bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Rehabilitation With Bridging Exercise In Stroke Patients: Systematic Review
Authors: Fauziah Rochmah Ardianti , Septianingrum Yurike , Lono Wijayanti  , Umdatus Soleha
Published: January 2025

Background: Stroke is a neurological disease that can result in weakness in part or all of the body, emphasizing the importance of early mobilization in post-stroke recovery. One of the fundamental physical exercises recommended is the bridging exercise. This article evaluates the impact of bridging exercises on stroke patients through a systematic review approach, focusing on their potential to improve rehabilitation outcomes.
Methods: The methodology involved a systematic review of studies from 2020 to 2024, using journal databases such as Google Scholar, Science Direct, and PubMed. Keywords like "Bridging exercise," "Stroke," "Stroke patients," "Rehabilitation," "Muscle strength," and "Body balance" guided the search. Articles included in the review were in English and selected based on PRISMA guidelines, resulting in seven eligible studies for analysis.
Results: The results of this review highlight that bridging exercises significantly improve muscle strength and body balance among stroke patients. The exercises demonstrated a positive influence on patients' rehabilitation progress, contributing to better physical and functional health outcomes.
Conclusion: In conclusion, bridging exercises serve as an effective intervention in stroke rehabilitation, promoting early mobilization and improving post-stroke recovery. Encouraging stroke patients to incorporate these exercises into their rehabilitation routines could enhance overall health and functional capabilities.
Addressing Anxiety Problems in Hospital Patients with Guided Imagery Therapy: A Systematic Review
Authors: Sulistiyawati Sri , Muhith Abdul , Mahyuvi Tata
Published: January 2025

Background: Anxiety problems are often experienced by patients in hospitals due to various factors, such as medical conditions, medical procedures, or unfamiliar environments. One of the non-pharmacological interventions that has been widely studied to manage anxiety is guided imagery therapy. Objective: This systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of guided imagery therapy in addressing anxiety problems in hospital patients.
Methods: Literature searches were conducted on databases such as Google Scholar, Science Direct, and Pubmed. Article searches were carried out systematically from 2019-2024 using severalkeywords, namely "hemodialysis", or "guided imagery", or "anxiety", or "Patients in hospitals". Search for articles in English and Indonesia. Studies that met the inclusion criteria, i.e. experimental or quasi-experimental studies that evaluated the effects of guided imagery therapy on the anxiety levels of hospital patients, were further analysed. Data were extracted and compared to identify key findings.
Results: : Studies show that guided imagery therapy can significantly lower anxiety levels in hospital patients, both before and after certain procedures. Positive effects were seen more pronounced in patients who underwent the intervention over several sessions compared to a single session. Additionally, patients reported improved relaxation, mood, and an overall more positive experience during the treatment period.
Conclusion: : Guided imagery therapy is an effective and easy-to-apply approach to overcome anxiety in hospital patients. This intervention can be an additional option for health workers to improve the quality of health services, especially for patients with high levels of anxiety. Further studies are needed to explore the effects of these therapies in the context of the wider patient culture and population.
Health Coaching in Improving Drug Adherence in Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients: A Systematic Review
Authors: Muhith Abdul , Hidayatullah Achmad , Zahroh Chilyatiz
Published: January 2025

Background: The problem in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis is non-compliance with treatment and patients who are tired of treatment, sometimes patients decide to stop treatment because they have been treated for too long and patients start to get bored because they do not get better. Aims: The purpose of this study conducted a systematic review related to the effect of Health Coaching in Improving Drug Adherence in Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients. Method : This research article uses a systematic review design with a standard systematic review approach (PRISMA) to carry out systematic analysis. Results and Conclusion. The provision of Health Education and Health Coaching can significantly improve medication adherence in pulmonary tuberculosis patients.
Effectiveness of the Application of Range of Motion (ROM) with the Cylindrical Grip Method on Increasing Upper Extremity Muscle Strength in Non-Hemorrhagic Stroke Patients: A Systematic Review
Authors: Khairatun Hisan Wildani , Abdul Muhith
Published: January 2025

Background: The Ministry of Health revealed that in 2023, stroke cases will increase, and funding for stroke will be very large, causing other diseases. Therefore, patients must carry out the cylindrical grip method independently without large costs. ] This study aims to assess the effectiveness of applying Range of Motion (ROM) exercises using the Cylindrical Grip method to enhance upper extremity muscle strength in non-hemorrhagic stroke patients.
Methods: A literature review was carried out using PRISMA flow diagrams. The journal databases used are Google Scholar and Scopus. Inclusion criteria include articles that focus on the effect of the cylindrical grip method on non-hemorrhagic stroke patients, journals for the last 5 years, full pdf access, the exclusion criteria are research articles of the review type.
Results: The search results obtained 10 journals by searching two databases: Google Scholar and Scopus
Conclusion: The cylindrical grip method significantly increases muscle strength in non- hemorrhagic stroke patients and can be used as a gradual mobilization method that can be carried out at home independently by the patient.
Decoupled Spatial and Temporal Processing for Resource Efficient Multichannel Speech Enhancement
Authors:   Elecronics and Communication Engg (of Aff.) Institute of Aeronautical Engg(of Aff.)  Dunigal, India, Y Nikitha
Published: January 2025

—Speech enhancement is essential in various modern applications, including telecommunications, hearing aids, and voice-controlled systems. The presence of background noise and reverberation can significantly degrade speech quality, making it challenging to understand. Traditional single-channel speech enhancement techniques often struggle in complex acoustic envi- ronments. In contrast, multichannel speech enhancement, which utilizes multiple microphones, offers improved performance by leveraging spatial information to better separate speech from noise. An original model intended for asset effective multichannel discourse upgrade the time space, with an emphasis on low inert- ness, lightweight, and low computational necessities The support- ive of presented model consolidates express spatial and transient handling in inside profound brain organization (DNN) layers. Motivated by recurrence subordinate of multichannel separating, our spatial sifting process applies different teachable channels to each secret unit across the spatial dimensions, coming about in a multichannel yield. The fleeting handling is applied over a solitary channel yield stream from the spatial favorable to accessing utilizing a Long Transient Memory (LSTM) organization. Model fundamentally beats powerful gauge models while requesting far less boundaries and for calculations, while accomplishing a super low algorithmic idleness of only 2 milliseconds. By leveraging the spatial diversity of multichannel recordings and combining it with advanced temporal algorithms, the proposed system achieves superior noise reduction and speech enhancement. This approach has the potential to improve the performance of various applications, including telecommunications, hearing aids, and voice-controlled systems, providing clearer and more intelligible speech in challenging acoustic environments.

Index Terms—Multichannel Speech Enhancement, Deep Neu- ral Networks (DNN), Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), Spatial Pro- cessing, Temporal Processing, Low Latency.
AI Powered Attendance System for Class Rooms using Face Recognition
Authors:   Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan, Banada Manoj
Published: January 2025

Facial recognition technology is rapidly evolving and becoming a transformative tool in many fields. This paper presents the design and implementation of an AI-powered facial recognition system tailored to a classroom environment. This is different from traditional methods that rely on manual data entry or intrusive biometric systems. Our solution automatically marks attendance using a single frame video capture method. This method significantly reduces the computational cost by guaranteeing high accuracy. This makes it a practical option for educational settings. The proposed system has three main components: a camera module for capturing images in the classroom; A processing module powered by deep learning algorithms for face detection and identification. and a database module for secure attendance record management. This improved workflow This involves detecting faces using extracting data features through an advanced convolutional neural network (CNN) such as FaceNet, and matching the embeddings with stored records using a cosine similarity measurement. It ensures efficient and reliable status awareness. The system was tested in a simulated classroom with 50 students, with a recognition accuracy of 95.2%, an average processing time of 2 seconds per round, and performance consistent with 100 students in a single take. This innovative approach provides a non-intrusive, scalable and efficient solution for attendance automation. Reduce errors by reducing manual effort. Future improvements aim to include real-time monitoring of late arrivals. strength improvement

Keyword :

Facial recognition technology, AI-powered system, classroom environment, attendance automation, video capture method, computational cost, deep learning algorithms, face detection, face identification, Convolutional Neural Network (CNN), FaceNet, data features, cosine similarity, attendance record management, recognition accuracy, processing time, simulation, scalable solution, non-intrusive, real-time monitoring, late arrivals, system performance, database module, secure records
Chatbot for Plant Disease and Pest Information
Authors:    Computer Science and Technology, Jaijeeth Adhira
Published: January 2025

Chatbots are increasingly being adopted to provide instant query resolution in various domains. This paper discusses the design, implementation, and evaluation of a chatbot application built using Flutter, specifically tailored to address agricultural queries. The chatbot employs a predefined question-answer (FAQ) model and state management through the provider package to deliver a lightweight yet robust user experience. This study also explores the challenges, outcomes, and future scope of such applications in the context of scalability, adaptability, and user engagement.
Machine Learning in Healthcare System
Authors:   Department of Computer Science & Engineering Bikaner Technical University, Bikaner, PUROHIT ABHISHEK , KARARWAL YUVRAJ
Published: January 2025

Machine learning (ML) is transforming healthcare by improving diagnosis accuracy, customizing treatment regimens, and reducing administrative procedures. Its capacity to analyze large datasets and detect complex patterns has resulted in major improvements in patient care and operational efficiency. In diagnostics, ML algorithms have shown extraordinary skill in analyzing medical pictures such as X-rays and MRIs, frequently outperforming humans. For example, ML models in radiology may detect abnormalities with amazing precision, aiding early illness identification and increasing patient outcomes. Beyond diagnostics, ML helps to customize medicine by assessing patient data and tailoring treatment strategies. By taking into account individual features and reactions, ML-driven models may prescribe medicines that improve efficacy while reducing negative effects. This tailored approach is especially useful for controlling chronic illnesses and complicated situations. Operationally, machine learning optimizes healthcare management by anticipating patient admissions, controlling hospital resources, and enhancing supply chain logistics.

Predictive analytics enables healthcare institutions to predict patient demands, assuring proper staffing and resource allocation, so improving patient care while lowering operating expenses. Despite these advances, incorporating machine learning into healthcare offers a number of hurdles, including data privacy issues, the requirement for big, high-quality datasets, and the need for openness in algorithmic decisions. Addressing these concerns is critical to the ethical and successful use of ML technology in healthcare contexts. In conclusion, machine learning has enormous potential to improve healthcare by improving diagnoses, customizing treatments, and increasing operational efficiency. Continuous research and development are required to overcome current hurdles and fully exploit the benefits of ML in healthcare systems.

Keywords: Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, SMEs, healthcare- sector, Ecommerce, E- commerce.
E-Connect
Authors:   Presidency university, Yelahanka,   Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, SIRAJ MULLA , RAFI      CHITEVLU MAHAMMAD
Published: January 2025

In an era of digital proliferation, the need for centralized, intuitive, and user-driven platforms for video content management is growing. This project introduces a Video Directory Application designed using React.js and integrated with Firebase Firestore. The platform provides a seamless experience with core components such as user registration, login, and signup, alongside dynamic features like video exploration, personal profile management, and content uploading for videos and blogs. The application addresses critical challenges in content discovery and personalization by integrating advanced search capabilities and user-specific data management. With a responsive design optimized for various devices, the platform ensures accessibility and usability for diverse users. By focusing on personalization, security, and scalability, the Video Directory Application is poised to empower users to explore, manage, and contribute high-quality video content efficiently. This application exemplifies a modern approach to content management, blending robust front-end interfaces with a scalable backend to foster engagement and creativity among its users.

Key Words: Video Directory , Firebase Firestore , Content Management , User Authentication , Web Application Development.
Innovative resource-saving security strategies for IoT devices
Authors: Rozlomii Inna , Yarmilko Andrii , Naumenko Serhii
Published: January 2025

The astounding trend of increasing the number of connected IoT devices reflects the growing importance of this technology in industry, healthcare, the domestic sphere, and other sectors. However, with the expansion of IoT capabilities, the number of challenges also rises, particularly regarding the security of these devices, many of which are characterised by limited resources such as memory, power consumption, computational power, and network bandwidth. This article examines the key challenges associated with ensuring the security of IoT devices and proposes potential solutions and optimisation strategies that consider these limitations. The primary focus is developing and analysing lightweight cryptographic algorithms capable of providing robust data protection with minimal resource usage. The article also discusses efficient energy management strategies and optimising memory usage in IoT devices. Emphasis is placed on developing adaptive security mechanisms that can effectively respond to dynamic operational conditions and resource constraints. It is noted that further research and development should focus on creating integrated solutions that combine hardware, software, and managerial aspects to optimise the overall efficiency and security of IoT systems.
Analyzing the impact of higher education on economic growth in Qatar
Authors: Mrad Jessica Abou , Fayad Nour Mohamad , Zeineh Hala
Published: January 2025

The complex interaction of higher education and economic growth has, in recent years, become a significant issue of international concern (Hanushek & Woessmann, 2020). In this regard, higher education and economic development in Qatar, which is undergoing one of the most rapid economic transformations, are discussed in terms of dynamics, challenges, and opportunities. This research encompasses the role of the State of Qatar's educational system in highlighting its strengths, besides challenges faced by learners, especially those aggravated by the COVID-19 pandemic, through critical areas like research-based educational practices, increased parental involvement in education, and professional development of educators. The data series employed in the present study are from the years 2000 to 2022 and test key variables, including graduate employment rates, GDP, income inequality, foreign direct investment, industry-academia collaboration, innovation, educational attainment, and labor force skills. As such, it becomes evident that about 66.5% of the variability in the GDP of Qatar can be explained by the type of these predictors, whereas on the positive axis, employment rates, labor force skills, and GDP are positively related. On the other hand, negative correlations between industry-academia collaboration and educational attainment do suggest that more nuanced policy interventions will be called for to maximize the benefit of higher education for economic growth. The findings should have useful implications for policymakers in pursuit of increasing the role of the education sector in Qatar's economic development.
The application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in civil law protection of privacy rights
Authors: Huang Weiwang , Hsieh Ming Hsun
Published: January 2025

Machine learning has emerged as a core technology in domains such as big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing. The training of machine learning models typically requires extensive datasets, often gathered through crowdsourcing methods. These datasets frequently contain significant amounts of private information, including personally identifiable information (e.g., phone numbers, identification numbers) and sensitive data (e.g., financial, medical, and health records). The efficient and cost-effective protection of such data represents a pressing challenge. This article introduces machine learning and explores the concepts and threats associated with privacy within this context. It focuses on mainstream techniques for privacy protection in machine learning, outlining their underlying mechanisms and distinctive features. The discussion is organised around key frameworks such as differential privacy, homomorphic encryption, and secure multi-party computation, presenting a comprehensive review of recent advancements in the field. A comparative analysis of the strengths and limitations of these mechanisms is provided. Finally, the article examines the developmental trajectory of privacy protection in machine learning and proposes potential future research directions in this critical area.
Chitosan-Based Bioactivator Mitigates Water Deficit Stress and Enhances Soybean Productivity
Authors: Brito Giovani Greigh de , Klumb Elsa Kuhn , Porto Fabiane Grecco da Silva , Vicintin Ricardo Antônio , Brito Roberval Pereira , Campos Angela Diniz
Published: January 2025

The chitosan-based bioactivator FF-BR (Patent Nº: US 9,868,677 B2) represents a cutting-edge solution within green chemistry, designed to enhance plant stresses tolerance. Upon application, FF-BR forms a protective film on the plant surface, triggering defense mechanisms. This study evaluated FF-BR’s capacity to mitigate the effects of water deficit in soybean plants under both greenhouse and field conditions, focusing on its impact on grain yield and physiological performance. Our results demonstrate that FF-BR significantly improved intrinsic water use efficiency (iWUE) in both greenhouse (66.70%) and field environments (35%). The net photosynthetic rate increased (8.12%-greenhouse; 12%-field), while stomatal conductance (20.21%-greenhouse; 15%-field) and leaf transpiration (14.30%-greenhouse; 10%-field) were reduced, reflecting enhanced water use efficiency. Additionally, under greenhouse conditions, FF-BR optimized energy dissipation via non-photochemical quenching (NPQ), potentially improving carbon assimilation during sun-shade transitions in crop canopies. Field experiments indicated cultivar-specific responses to FF-BR application. Early-cycle cultivar BMX 51X51 I2X-Trovão exhibited yield increases of 651 kg ha-1, 515 kg ha-1, and 667 kg ha-1 at concentrations of 0.75%, 1.0%, and 1.25% (v.v), respectively. By contrast, mid-cycle Soytech ST 641-I2X showed lower yield improvements of 278 kg ha-1, 216 kg ha-1, and 187 kg ha-1 at the same concentrations, compared to untreated controls. FF-BR also modulated root architecture by reducing growth rates in total root length (16.09%), root volume (41.11%), and surface area (26.04%) under well-watered conditions, while stabilizing root volume growth under drought, suggesting optimized water acquisition and minimized metabolic costs. This suggests that FF-BR enhances root water acquisition efficiency, while minimizing the metabolic costs of root plasticity—an essential adaptation in fluctuating environments. FF-BR offers a sustainable, innovative tool for improving soybean performance under water deficit conditions, enhancing water use efficiency and photosynthetic optimization while reducing ecological impacts. This bioactivator has promising applications for climate-resilient agriculture and long-term crop productivity.
Identification of Insects in Crotalaria spp. in an Urban Experimental Area at Brasília, Brazil
Authors: de Freitas Kleyson A. , Lemos Rai S. , Castro Marcelo T. de
Published: January 2025

Plants of the Crotalaria genus are of great importance, for example: they stand out as green manure. This work aimed to verify the occurrence of insects in C. juncea, C. spectabilis and C. ochroleuca. The experiment was performed out in an urban experimental area at Faculdade ICESP de Brasília, Águas Claras unit, Distrito Federal, Brazil, from March to June 2018. The experiment was installed in a randomized block design with nine experimental units of 1 m2. Three beds were divided into three experimental units for 1 m2, 50 seeds were planting at a spacing of 10 cm between rows and 10 cm between plants. The plants were evaluated weekly, where all insects were collected, counted and stored in glass jars with 70% alcohol. Plants were analyzed for attack and mortality was recorded for 11 weeks. The data were submitted to ANOVA and the Tukey test (α ≤ 0.05) using the R program. As a result, 767 insects from five orders and 10 different families were collected in the three species of Crotalaria used in this study, C. juncea was the species that attracted the most insects (415) and C. spectabilis presented the lowest number (126). Diabrotica speciosa caused great damage to species studied, especially C. juncea, and could become a harmful insect of importance for culture. Additionally, U. ornatrix was found in all three species, but in greater numbers in C. juncea and C. spectabilis.
Grape Production Diagnosis in the Highlands Region of the State of Espírito Santo, Brazil
Authors: Galeano Edileuza Vital , Souza Cássio Vinícius de , Mattos Carlos Alberto Sangali de , Simão Letícia Abreu , Ventura José Aires
Published: January 2025

Espírito Santo was the eighth largest Brazilian grape producing state and the sixth largest exporter. The objective of this study was to carry out a grape production diagnosis in the highlands region of Espírito Santo. The methodology consisted of field research in rural farms. The municipalities with the greatest participation in state grape production were selected. Field research was conducted in 2019 and 2020 in rural properties in the municipalities of Santa Teresa, Domingos Martins, Venda Nova do Imigrante, Alfredo Chaves and Vargem Alta, which are representative in production. Were interviewed 86 vinegrowers and this sample represented 13.7% of the number of grape producing centers in the State. The need to improve management practices, yield and grape quality was identified, with a focus on sustainability, reducing the use of pesticides, in addition to certification for organic/biodynamic grape production, increasing the quality of the material. It is necessary that Technical Assistance and Rural Extension (ATER) works also concentrate efforts to develop production systems with lower implementation and production costs, mainly related to the supporting structure of the vines and the development of cultivars more resistant and/or tolerant to pests and diseases, mainly vine downy mildew (Plasmopara viticola), which will consequently reduce production costs for the winegrower.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Journal of Agricultural Science, Vol. 17, No. 2
Authors: Brown Anne
Published: January 2025

Reviewer acknowledgements for Journal of Agricultural Science, Vol. 17, No. 2, 2025.
Implications of Multiple Rinsing on Recovery of Bacteria from Fresh Produce
Authors: Dawson P. L. , Buyukyavuz A. , Northcutt J. K. , Naphade C. , Martinez-Dawson R.
Published: January 2025

Washing fruits and vegetables before eating is recommended to reduce the chance of foodborne illness. Rinsing may not be as effective in removing microorganisms, as consumers believe. The current study determined the effect of multiple water rinses in removing bacteria and yeasts/molds in the first study and compared multiple commercial solution and water rinses in the second study. In the first study, over 3 logs of aerobic bacteria per ml of rinse and almost 2 logs of yeasts/molds per ml of rinse were recovered from the fifth rinse. Grapes had very low bacteria and yeasts/molds counts (< 1.0 log CFU/ml of rinse) compared to the other five produce products (2 to > 4.0 CFU/ml of rinse) tested and the commercial rinses did not reduce the number of bacteria or yeasts/molds recovered from the produce greater than water rinsing. Based on this and other studies, consumers should be aware that produce that has been rinsed can retain high populations of microorganism on their surface.
Comparative Efficacy of Intramuscular Oxytocin and Carboprost Tromethamine in Postpartum Hemorrhage Prophylaxis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Kathiriya Hiren , Patange Rajkumar P
Published: January 2025

Background: Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide, despite the preventive benefits of active management in the third stage of labor. Oxytocin is widely used for PPH prevention; however, its effectiveness is sometimes limited, necessitating alternative or additional uterotonics. Carboprost tromethamine, a prostaglandin analogue, offers potential advantages, but comparative studies are limited. This study aimed to compare the efficacy of intramuscular oxytocin (10 units) versus intramuscular carboprost tromethamine (125 µg) in reducing blood loss during the third stage of labor and in minimizing the need for additional uterotonics.
Methods: In a randomized controlled trial, 266 women undergoing vaginal delivery were assigned to receive either oxytocin (Group A) or carboprost tromethamine (Group B) as PPH prophylaxis. Primary outcomes included the duration of the third stage of labor and estimated blood loss, with secondary outcomes of additional uterotonic requirement, hemoglobin change, and side effects.
Results: Mean third-stage duration was significantly shorter in the carboprost group (6.18 min) than the oxytocin group (6.71 min, p < 0.05). Mean blood loss was also significantly lower with carboprost (183.44 ml) compared to oxytocin (285.77 ml, p < 0.001). Additional uterotonics were needed less frequently in the carboprost group (3%) versus the oxytocin group (15.8%, p < 0.05). Diarrhea was more common in the carboprost group.
Conclusion: Carboprost tromethamine demonstrated superior efficacy in reducing blood loss and third-stage duration compared to oxytocin, with a manageable side effect profile. These findings support carboprost as an effective alternative for PPH prophylaxis.
Drowning in Our Progress? Tackling the Growing Menace of Urban Floods in India
Authors: Nath Panna Chandra , Joshi Aditya K
Published: January 2025

A recent key challenge called urban flooding has grasped Indian cities, collectively impacted by climate change and unsustainable infrastructural developments. Major cities throughout the country e.g., Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai, as well as smaller cities like Vadodara and Guwahati, are facing increased frequency and intensity of floods. Extreme rainfall events, urban sprawl, and inadequate infrastructure drive this. Further, this can solely be a consequence of heavy rainfall but, is intricately linked to man-made alterations like encroachment on water bodies, antiquated drainage systems, and a surge in population leading to higher waste production. The fast-paced urbanisation in the last few decades has resulted in the decline of natural water bodies that once soaked the excess downpours of monsoon seasons. Additionally, drainage systems in many cities were designed for lesser rainfall, and are incapable of coping with the increased intense rainfall in shorter spells. Accumulation of waste and siltation in the drainage systems have further multi-folded the urban inundation issues in India. Due to this the incurred economic losses and human fatalities in the country remain difficult to believe. Collective awakening of stakeholders for climate-resilient urban infrastructure, proper waste management, and upgrading drainage outdated systems can reduce the inflated risks of urban flooding in India.
Organizational Culture and Employee Turnover at Dahabshiil Bank in Mogadishu, Somalia
Authors: Ali Mohamed Dahir
Published: January 2025

The main objective of this study was to establish organizational culture and employee turnover at Dahabshiil Bank in Mogadishu, Somalia. This study conduct at Dahabshiil Bank in Mogadishu, Somalia. This study started February 2021 and finished August 2024. Methods: The study aimed to analyze the organizational culture and employee turnover of Dahabshiil Bank in Mogadishu, Somalia. A total of 200 employees were included, with a sample size of 133. A quantitative research design was chosen for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire tool, and quality control measures included validity and reliability. The study involved random and purposive sampling, and all responses were checked for accuracy. The data analysis involved quantitative data analysis and descriptive evaluation. Result: The survey data on organizational values revealed a diverse range of perceptions among respondents. A significant portion expressed dissatisfaction with the clarity of communication about organizational values, while nearly half agreed that they receive clear communication. Employees' self-assessment of their role in promoting a respect-oriented culture revealed diverse perspectives. The influence of organizational values on employees' decisions to stay at work revealed a wide range of perspectives. Recognition by the bank for observing organizational core values revealed a diverse range of experiences and sentiments. The performance appraisal system showed mixed opinions, with 28.1% strongly disagreeing and 17.3% disagreeing. The study shows a negative perception of employee participation in innovation, with a majority disagreeing (85.7%). The impact of Dahabshiil Bank's innovation orientation on employees' commitment to the bank was varying, with 58.6% disagreeing and 30.0% positive, suggesting that the bank's innovation focus influences their decision to stay. Recommendation: The bank should enhance its organizational values through strategies like improved communication, leadership involvement, employee engagement, and feedback mechanisms. To foster a diverse workforce, the bank should reassess its core values. Effective communication is crucial, and leaders should promote the organization's values. To retain employees, tailored retention strategies should consider career progression, compensation, and work-life balance. The recruitment process should be streamlined, and career progression pathways should be established. Lastly, fostering innovation requires increased resources, support, and recognition for employees who contribute to it.
A Comparative Analysis of Word Order in Simple Sentences: Berber Tarifit and Moroccan Arabic
Authors: EL Kadi Mohamed , Kably Houda
Published: January 2025

This article examines how words are arranged in Berber Tarifit and Moroccan Arabic. It gives details about the social and language background of both languages. By looking at examples, the study shows that Berber has three main ways to arrange words: subject-verb-object (SVO), verb-subject-object (VSO), and object-verb-subject (OVS). Most of the time, Berber uses SVO and VSO, which are flexible, while OVS is rare and only used in certain cases. Other word orders are either very rare or not allowed. The research also explains how one-single-word sentences in Berber are structured. For Moroccan Arabic, the study finds that this language mainly uses two ways to arrange words: VSO, which is common in many situations, and SVO, which is used only in specific situations. Unlike Berber, Moroccan Arabic only uses these two structures. The article highlights the similarities and differences in how flexible the word order is in both languages.
ICT, Economic Prosperity and Financial Development: New Evidence from Nigeria
Authors: Baba Masud Abdullahi , Abu Bakar Abu Sufian , Saidon Ruhaida Saidon
Published: January 2025

The inquiry investigates the influence of Information Communication Technology (ICT) variable and economic progress on financial development in Nigeria. The Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) was used to estimate data series from 1886 - 2021. The results revealed that the technology variable (ICT) measured by integrating mobile phone subscriptions and internet usage has a positive and important influence on financial development (FD). Thus, technology arising from enhanced ICT variable is instrumental in stimulating FD. The consequence is that financial markets require the use of internet and mobile broadband to be effective. Equally, the results of the impact of mobile subscriptions and the internet by excluding the ICT variable revealed that mobile phone subscriptions and the use of the internet have positive effects on FD. Moreover, the results revealed that economic growth positively and significantly impacts financial development. This implies that an advanced level of economic growth stimulates FD. Additionally, FDI also influenced FD. Thus, an increase in FDI facilitates financial development. Nevertheless, human capital has an inverse impact on FD. Policy implications were also provided.
The Emergence of New Cold War in Asia-Pacific: Implications for Pakistan
Authors: Ali Murad , Iqbal Rahat , Alam Fakhar
Published: January 2025

The power equation in the Asia-Pacific region is transforming due to the intense competition between the US and China. The US is trying to alter the traditional political order, while China intends to enhance its economic stature. Various developments are underway, including the formation of alliances, defense cooperation among allies, and muscle-flexing between rival states in the Asia Pacific and Indian Ocean. These developments make the Asia-Pacific region the epicentre of this new Cold War competition between Washington and Beijing. However, in view of the US, power play in the region is impossible without forming alliances. This research study delves into the recognition of the competition between the US and China, tracing US attempts to form alliances in the region and putting China into a security dilemma. The study will also shed light on the reasons why the presence of China is perceived as a threat to US hegemony in the region. The consequence of the competition between the US and China in the Asia-Pacific will enormously exacerbate the strategic stability in South Asia due to the US's action in developing bloc politics. This research study also highlights challenges for Pakistan as India has become a key ally of the US in the quest for power drive in the region.
LEGAL PERSPECTIVE & INDIVIDUAL TAXPAYERS’ PERCEPTION OF NEW V/S OLD TAX REGIME UNDER INCOME TAX ACT,1961, IN AHMEDABAD CITY
Authors: Bharad Bhavesh , Sharma Komal
Published: January 2025

This research investigates the legal perspectives and individual taxpayers' perceptions of the new and old tax regimes under the Income Tax Act, 1961 in Ahmedabad City. Through a structured survey conducted among 118 respondents, the study aims to compare the legal frameworks of both regimes, assess taxpayer perceptions regarding their benefits and challenges, analyse the impact of these regimes on taxpayer behaviour concerning savings and investments, and identify demographic factors influencing taxpayer preferences. The findings reveal significant insights into taxpayer awareness and preferences, highlighting the need for enhanced educational initiatives and simplified regulations to improve compliance and foster a better understanding of the tax system. This study contributes to the discourse on tax policy and individual taxpayer behaviour, providing valuable recommendations for policymakers and tax practitioners.
Governança corporativa: mecanismos de controle e ciclo de vida organizacional
Authors: Perin Luciana Todero , Trevizan Luiz Eugênio , Costa Cristiano Machado
Published: January 2025

A adoção das Boas Práticas de Governança Corporativa pressupõe mecanismos e órgãos de controle eficientes, sem os quais seria incoerente iniciar a jornada de implantação de um efetivo Sistema de Governança. Neste contexto, o presente trabalho tem por objetivo geral identificar se o grau de amadurecimento dos mecanismos e órgãos de controle está alinhado com o estágio do ciclo de vida organizacional. O método adotado contemplou abordagem mista, com amostragem não probabilística e intencional cross-sectional, caracterizando-se quanto a sua natureza como pesquisa aplicada e os procedimentos técnicos incluíram questionário, com escala de Likert de sete pontos, em uma amostra de 27 empresas de capital fechado. Os dados apontaram que as empresas crescem, evoluem em seu estágio de ciclo de vida e os controles nem sempre acompanham essa evolução, como indicaram os resultados apresentados. Todas as empresas que apresentaram controles compatíveis ou superiores ao seu estágio de ciclo de vida são auditadas. Essa constatação demonstra o importante papel da Auditoria na busca da melhoria contínua dos mecanismos e órgãos de controle nas empresas. A barreira que precisa ser vencida está em assimilar que a governança não é um selo externo e há um caminho longo a percorrer e o primeiro passo terá que ser dado sempre internamente.
LEKSIKON PERIKANAN DALAM BAHASA SASAK: TINJAUAN LEKSIKOGRAFI
Authors: Hakim Lukmanul , Roveneldo
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis leksikon perikanan dalam bahasa Sasak dengan pendekatan leksikografi. Penelitian ini fokus pada pengumpulan, klasifikasi, dan analisis kata-kata yang terkait dengan perikanan dalam bahasa Sasak, dengan memperhatikan aspek leksikografi seperti makna, bentuk, dan penggunaan kata. Metode penelitian ini mencakup wawancara dengan nelayan lokal, pedagang ikan, pemancing; observasi lapangan, dan analisis teks terkait perikanan dalam bahasa Sasak. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa leksikon-leksikon perikanan bahasa Sasak dikelompokkan menjadi dua bentuk yaitu bentuk monomorfemis dan bentuk polimorfemis. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi pada pemahaman lebih lanjut tentang leksikon perikanan dalam konteks budaya Sasak dan menyediakan dasar untuk pengembangan kamus atau sumber leksikografi lainnya yang dapat digunakan oleh peneliti, penerjemah, dan komunitas lokal. Selain itu, penelitian ini memberikan wawasan tentang hubungan antara bahasa dan kearifan lokal terkait perikanan, yang dapat menjadi dasar untuk pelestarian dan pengembangan budaya lokal.
MAKNA KONSEPTUAL SIGER SUNDA DAN LAMPUNG DALAM ETNOSEMANTIK: SEBUAH PERBANDINGAN
Authors: Wahyuni Tri , Maemunah Emma , Susilawati Dyah , Utami Rini Esti
Published: January 2025

Artikel ini menelaah makna konseptual pada Siger yang ada di Sunda dan Lampung dalam sudut pandang etnosemantik. Telaah tersebut berfokus pada unsur bandingan pada makna konseptual yang dikandung oleh siger pada dua budaya, yakni Sunda dan Lampung. Kajian etnosemantik bertitik tolak pada relasi kebudayaan dan bahasa yang dikembangkan secara terpisah tanpa menegasi ciri etnik pada subjek riset. Tujuan penelitian yang berciri deskriptif kualitatif ini antara lain, 1) mendeskripsikan leksikon seputar siger Sunda dan Lampung; 2) menguak makna konseptual pada siger Sunda dan Lampung; dan 3) mengomparasi unsur semantik siger Sunda dan Lampung. Sumber data utama adalah segala informasi yang berkaitan dengan siger Sunda dan Lampung yang didapat dari observasi dan wawancara. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan metode observasi, elisitasi, dan wawancara sebagai data primer, serta studi pustaka sebagai unsur sekunder. Analisis dilakukan dengan metode kategorial dan pilah unsur tertentu. Berdasarkan analisis ditemukan dua hal, yakni 1) makna konseptual dari siger Sunda dan Lampung berkaitan dengan falsafah hidup dua budaya yang masih ada unsur kekerabatan, 2) terdapat kesamaan makna pada simbol-simbol yang terdapat pada siger Sunda dan Lampung. Temuan tersebut dapat memperkaya khazanah ilmu linguistik, dalam hal ini leksikon, dan ilmu budaya, yakni filosofi masyarakat Sunda dan Lampung dalam kerangka budaya nusantara.
ETNOMUSIKOLOGI DAN ISU-ISU TERKINI DI SELINGKARNYA
Authors: Aris Setiawan
Published: January 2025

Etnomusikologi merupakan cabang ilmu yang mempelajari musik dalam konteks budaya manusia. Dalam era globalisasi yang semakin terkoneksi, pemahaman tentang etnomusikologi menjadi semakin penting karena melintasi batas-batas budaya dan membuka jendela ke dalam kekayaan warisan musikal yang tersebar di seluruh dunia. Studi etnomusikologi memungkinkan kita untuk merespons dinamika perubahan budaya terus-menerus. Dalam era modern, musik menjadi salah satu wadah utama bagi perubahan sosial dan ekspresi identitas budaya.
Buku Etnomusikologi dan Isu-Isu Terkini di Selingkarnya diharapkan tidak hanya menjadi sumber informasi dan pengetahuan, tetapi juga dapat menjadi dorongan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan apresiasi terhadap etnomusikologi sebagai bidang studi yang relevan dan bermanfaat bagi perkembangan budaya dan musik di Indonesia dan dunia.
Melintasi Dua Tradisi: Transformasi Mahabharata dalam Hikayat Wayang Pandu
Authors: Windayanto Riqko Nur Ardi
Published: January 2025

Buku ini merupakan kajian filologis yang berupaya untuk menafsirkan sebuah teks Melayu dari Jakarta pada abad ke-19, yaitu Hikayat Wayang Pandu, dalam hal transformasi atau perubahan cerita Mahabharata dalam hikayat tersebut. Pembongkaran analitis secara teoretik dengan pertimbangan metodologis, dari kajian tekstual hingga kajian kepustakaan, disajikan dalam buku ini untuk menghasilkan temuan yang dapat memperlihatkan pola transformasi dalam tradisi Melayu. Buku kajian ini hadir untuk mengetengahkan diskursus bahwa kebudayaan tidak pernah final dan mapan. Ia hidup dalam jejaring yang cepat atau lambat dan dalam arus besar ataupun kecil, akan terus berjejaring dengan kebudayaan yang lain. Paparan dalam buku ini pada akhirnya memperlihatkan bahwa Mahabharata memiliki jangkauan persebaran dan pengakaran yang meluas, bahkan hingga ke tradisi Melayu pada abad ke-19. Epik ini menjadi sumber inspirasi bagi Muhammad Bakir untuk memproduksi Hikayat Wayang Pandu. Hal itu tampak dari perbandingan elemen-elemen naratif (fabula) antara teks hikayat tersebut, yang dibandingkan dengan teks Mahabharata versi India dan Jawa. Pada kelanjutannya, inspirasi ini tidak bersifat pasif atau sekadar menerima, tetapi mengolah kembali sehingga terjadi transformasi. Dalam pada itu, di balik transformasi tersebut juga berlangsung ideologi yang terbongkar. Artikulasi ideologis ini dimungkinkan oleh konteks sosial yang terjadi dan berkembang pada masa itu, yang menyangkut soal komersialisasi budaya naskah di Batavia pada abad ke-19. Hal ini tentu saja menegaskan bahwa di balik budaya tekstual, terdapat interaksi yang melintasi ruang dan waktu, yang menawarkan kekayaan pengetahuan apabila dikaji lebih dalam.
Semesta Bunyi Kata: Esai-Esai Musik dan Gamelan
Authors: Setiawan Aris
Published: January 2025

Gamelan bukan hanya sekadar kumpulan alat musik tradisional yang dimainkan secara bersama-sama hingga menghasilkan suara yang indah, namun juga memiliki makna filosofis yang mendalam. Masing-masing alat musik gamelan mempunyai peran dan makna tersendiri sehingga tercipta keselarasan dan kerja sama yang baik antarpemain. Hal ini mencerminkan nilai-nilai persatuan yang mendalam dari kohesi masyarakat Indonesia, khususnya di Pulau Jawa.
Buku Semesta Bunyi Kata: Esai-Esai Musik dan Gamelan hadir untuk hadir untuk membuka, menginformasikan, dan memberikan wawasan masyarakat mengenai musik dan khususnya gamelan. Buku ini berisi esai-esai yang mengeksplorasi isu-isu mutakhir terkait gamelan, seperti ulasan pertunjukan gamelan (termasuk di dalamnya dibahas mengenai senimannya serta polemik-polemik yang dihadapi), interrelasi antara musik dan industri, politik, sosial, budaya, serta hukum. Buku ini dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai sumber referensi bagi peneliti atau akademisi serta masyarakat luas untuk pembelajaran terkait gamelan.
Proteksi Radiasi Pada Terapi Radionuklida
Authors: Hiswara Eri , Achmad Faturrahman Jundi  , Dewi Kartikasari  , Hayu Tyas Utami  , Nunung Nuraeni  , Nur Rahmah Hidayati  , Okky Agassy Firmansyah  , Syarifatul Ulya
Published: January 2025

Terapi radionuklida merupakan salah satu pemanfaatan sumber radiasi, yang juga disebut sebagai radionuklida, di bidang medis. Sumber radionuklida tersebut diikat kuat dengan suatu molekul biologi, atau farmaka, sehingga disebut sebagai radiofarmaka. Keuntungan terapi radionuklida adalah mampu memberikan dosis serap yang sangat terkonsentrasi pada tumor target dan tidak memberikan dosis ke jaringan sehat di sekitarnya. Sumber radionuklida yang digunakan umumnya merupakan pemancar beta atau alfa, dan sedikit pemancar gamma. Aktivitas radiasi yang digunakan juga cukup rendah.
Namun demikian, sebgai sumber radiasi, radiofarmaka juga memiliki potensi bahaya yang perlu dikelola dengan baik. Buku ini menguraikan pokok-pokok tindakan proteksi radiasi yang perlu dilakukan agar tindakan terapi radionuklida dapat berjalan dengan aman dan selamat. Tindakan proteksi radiasi yang perlu dilakukan adalah sejak pasien dipersiapkan di rumah sakit untuk menerima radiofarmaka hingga pasien pulang ke rumah. Bahkan, tindakan proteksi radiasi perlu juga dilakukan jika pasien meninggal dalam perawatan dan kemudian akan dimakamkan atau dikremasi, dan juga dibalsem untuk pengawetan jika akan dikirim dari satu lokasi ke lokasi lain dalam waktu yang agak lama.
Buku ini diharapkan dapat menjadi pedoman untuk berbagai pihak yang terlibat dalam tindakan terapi radionuklida, mulai dari para tenaga medis, fisikawan medis, perawat, hingga petugas proteksi radiasi, dan juga pendamping pasien, dalam mengambil tindakan yang tepat dari sisi proteksi dan keselamatan radiasi.