bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
O PRINCÍPIO DA DIGNIDADE DA PESSOA HUMANA DIANTE A LUTA DAS PESSOAS COM DEFICIÊNCIA AO LONGO DA HISTÓRIA BRASILEIRA
Authors: Pinto Aracy Viana , Santos Cyntia Cordeiro , Goés Luciana Alves
Published: September 2023

O presente estudo se propõe a analisar as pessoas com deficiência e a estigmatização registrando uma abordagem ao princípio constitucional da dignidade da pessoa humana como fundamento essencial da república brasileira. Para estudar este recorte será analisado a construção deste princípio no mundo social. Em concordância com o tema tratado, serão consideradas as estigmatizações e o capacitismo dos preconceitos explícitos desta relação. Para tal resultado serão verificados a legislação que disciplina a matéria e a relação das pessoas com deficiência vivenciando tal efetivação. Nesse sentido, será enfatizada a intenção de promover a efetiva inclusão social dos deficientes, oportunizando a efetiva participação desse grupo na cidade e na vida social como um todo.
Treasury Single Account and Public Fund Management of Federal Government Agencies in Nigeria
Authors: Eneisik Gogo Erasmus , Ordu Chile Umezurike , Moses Kpane Uwikor
Published: September 2023

The study investigates the relationship between treasury single account and public fund management of federal government agencies in Nigeria. The population of the study consists of twenty federal government agencies in Nigeria. The study adopts purposive sampling techniques for the sample size. Primary data were obtained through five point likert scale structure questionnaire. A total of one hundred and fifty questionnaires were distributed to respondents and one hundred and twenty were collected successfully and used for the analysis. The study adopts Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation coefficient to test the hypotheses formulated with the aid of statistical package for social science version 22. The findings showed that there is a significant relationship between unified treasury single account and public revenue management of federal government agencies in Nigeria.Empirical evidence indicates that there is a significant relationship between centralized treasury single account and public revenue management of federal government agencies in Nigeria. Empirical evidence shows that there is a significant relationship between decentralized treasury single account and public revenue management of federal government agencies in Nigeria.Empirical evidence reveals that there is a significant relationship between hybrid treasury single account and public revenue management of federal government agencies in Nigeria. Thus, the study concludes that treasury single account has notably improved public funds management, accountability, and transparency, while reducing financial leakages, borrowing costs, and fostering better cash management.The study recommends among others that government should adopt unified treasury single account for public fund management in Nigeria.Government adopts decentralized treasury single account for public fund management in Nigeria.Government adopts hybrid treasury single account for public fund management in Nigeria.Govern
Creative Accounting Versus Auditors’ Ethics: The Case Of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alturki Khalid Hamad
Published: September 2023

The primary subject matter of this research is to examine the effect of audit ethics on auditors’ ability to detect suspicious practices of creative accounting in the context of a developing country, Saudi Arabia. The specific objective is to investigates the effect of auditor's independence, credibility, integrity, and professionalism on auditors' ability to detect the suspicious practices of creative accounting. Descriptive Statistics are used to present quantitative descriptions in a manageable form. The collected data were analyzed with descriptive statistics using SPSS and ordinary least square (OLS) regression. The result revealed that the auditors' ability to detect the practices of creative accounting is affected by the different elements of the audit ethics. In specific, the study finds that auditors' independence, credibility, integrity, and professionalism positively affect the auditor’s ability to detect practices of creative accounting. All elements of audit ethics affect, in different strengths, auditors' ability to detect practices of creative accounting in Saudi Arabia. This study concludes that auditors' ability to detect the practices of creative accounting is affected by the entire group of audit ethics in the context of Saudi Arabia.
Dividend Clientele Hypothesis: An Empirical Test in Emerging Nigeria Financial Market
Authors: James Egileoniso Daniel
Published: September 2023

This study tested the dividend clientele hypothesis of Modigliani and Miller using panel data of quoted manufacturing firms in Nigeria. The purpose was to investigate how dividend clientele effect relates to share prices. The estimated regression model found that changes in dividend payout ratio, retained earnings and tax explained 73.9 percent variation in stock prices of the quoted manufacturing firms. Correlation and multiple regressions were used to test the relationship between variables. Cross sectional data were sourced from financial statement and annual reports of the firms. Based on the analysis of fixed and random effect results, fixed effect was used. From the findings, the study concludes that variation in dividend payout ratio, retained earnings and income tax positively affects the stock prices of the quoted manufacturing firms. The study recommends that relevant authorities should ensure dividend policy framework that will positively affects the share prices of the quoted manufacturing firms
Effect of Non–Audit Services on Auditor Independence of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria
Authors: Tonye Ogirik , Igoniderigha Roseline
Published: September 2023

This research looked at how non-audit services affected the partnership between auditors and Nigerian deposit money institutions. Descriptive survey methodology was used for this investigation. The study was directed by two research aims. All 24 of Nigeria's deposit money banks make up the populace. The population was sampled using a systematic sampling method, and the sample size was 36 managers (three from each of 12 banks). The researcher used a questionnaire she designed to gather the data. “Pearson's product-moment correlation (PPMC) was used to verify or refute the hypotheses and investigate the study issues. The research showed that the auditor independence of listed deposit money banks in Nigeria is positively correlated with the provision of non-audit services” (indicated by taxation and management advice services). Non-audit services and auditor independence were also shown to have a substantial correlation with the aforementioned Nigerian deposit money institutions, the research found. Auditors at Nigerian deposit money institutions were urged, among other things, to reduce the number of non-audit services they provide to customers in order to focus more on auditing.
Distribución geográfica de la familia Verbenaceae en el departamento del Tolima, Colombia
Authors: Mercado Pineda Juan Pablo , Villadiego Lorduy Jorge , Otero Yen Brayan David , Gómez Ramos Arnulfo Manuel , Payares Ramos Pedro Luis , Tuiran Polo Oscar Efraín
Published: September 2023

El presente estudio estima la distribución geográfica potencial de la familia Verbenaceae en el departamento del Tolima, Colombia, a partir de los registros botánicos de la base de datos del GBIF. La metodología utilizada se centró en la búsqueda de especies de la familia Verbenaceae, a partir de la depuración de la base de datos del GBIF del año 2022 y el uso del método de Maxent, lo que permitió realizar un mapa de distribución geográficapotencial, utilizando como insumos las coordenadas, temperatura y precipitación, lo que generó una distribución potencial de la familia. Se establecieron también las características ecológicas para las especies, tales como: a) origen, b) regiones biogeográficas, c) rango altitudinal, d) formas de vida, y e) estatus de conservación. Como resultados se obtuvieron modelamientos, patrones y fenómenos cuantitativos y cualitativos que fueron representados espacialmente denotando la relevancia que tienen los trabajos biogeográficos; la familia Verbenaceae está fuertemente influenciada por las condiciones bioclimáticas, mostrando una mayor presencia en las zonas norte del sector debido a las condiciones más favorables para su supervivencia.
PENGARUH UKURAN PERUSAHAAN, STRUKTUR MODAL DAN PERTUMBUHAN ASET TERHADAP PROFITABILITAS
Authors: Susilawati Endang , Novalia Nidya
Published: September 2023

AbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh ukuran perusahaan, struktur modal danpertumbuhan aset terhadap profitabilitas. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metodekuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian asosiatif. Penelitian menggunakan data sekunder perusahaanmanufaktur subsektor Batu Bara yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia tahun 2017 - 2021.Penelitian ini dilakukan menggunakan metode purposive sampling. Teknik untuk menganalisispenelitian ini menggunakan model regresi berganda dan menggunakan aplikasi SPSS. Hasil daripenelitian ini secara parsial hanya ukuran perusahaan dan struktur modal berpengaruh terhadapprofitabilitas. Variabel Pertumbuhan Aset tidak berpengaruh terhadap Profitabilitas. Pengujian secarabersamaan atau simultan menunjukkan bahwa ukuran perusahaan, struktur modal, pertumbuhan assetmempunyai pengaruh terhadap profitabilitas.Kata kunci : Ukuran Perusahaan, Struktur Modal, Pertumbuhan Aset, dan Profitabilitas
PENGARUH PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL (PSYCAP) TERHADAP KEPUASAN KERJA DAN MOTIVASI
Authors: Kurniawan Purnomo Albert , Nehemia Juniar Shandy , Indriana Kartia Silvi , Abdilah Solehah Nurul
Published: September 2023

ABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara psychological capital dengan kepuasandan motivasi kerja pada perusahaan X. Kegunaan penelitian ini bagi para akademisi, para karyawan,dan pimpinan perusahaan, agar mengetahui dan memperhatikan kepuasan kerja dan motivasi denganmemperhitungkan aspek psikologis seperti harapan, kepercayaan diri, pantang menyerah, danoptimism. Penelitian ini melibatkan 50 karyawan dengan jumlah laki-laki sebanyak 20 orang (40%)dan perempuan sebanyak 30 orang (60%). Metode penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatifdengan teknik pengumpulan data berupa kuesioner. Data dianalisis menggunakan uji regresi lineardengan bantuan SPSS 25 for windows. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan antara psychological capital dengan kepuasan dan motivasi kerja karyawan padaperusahaan X. Psychological capital karyawan yang tinggi dapat memengaruhi kepuasan dan motivasikerja pada karyawan. Hal tersebut karena efikasi, harapan, optimisme dan resiliensi seseorang dapatmendorong motivasi karyawan menjadi lebih baik dan meningkatkan kepuasan kerja.Kata Kunci: Psychological Capital, Kepuasan Kerja, Motivasi Kerja
Technical Guidance Note (Level 2, No. 15): Design of timber posts
Authors: O'Regan Chris
Published: September 2023

This note describes the design of timber posts based on limit state theory. The note assumes that the reader is familiar with the use of coefficient factors prevalent within BS EN 1995-1-1 (Eurocode 5).
Pemanfaatan Sistem Aplikasi Media Sosial Dalam Mengembangkan Inovasi Pada Produk UMKM
Authors: Mohammad wasil  , Lestari Ayu Sri , Sari Hanny Rosa Puspita , Aprilia Diva Fauziyah , Fitriani Aulia Salwa
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyelidiki dan menganalisis bagaimana penggunaan aplikasi media sosial dapat digunakan untuk mengembangkan bisnis UMKM di era digital, serta strategi inovasi produk untuk meningkatkan bisnis UMKM dalam lingkungan persaingan yang sengit. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi literatur dengan menggunakan jurnal, buku, dan pencarian melalui internet. Dalam konteks Indonesia, hampir semua sektor bisnis, termasuk UMKM, mengalami kerugian akibat dampak pandemi COVID-19. Oleh karena itu, para pelaku UMKM harus meningkatkan produk mereka, termasuk dengan melakukan inovasi produk. Penggunaan media sosial dalam pengembangan inovasi produk UMKM dapat memiliki dampak signifikan terhadap kesuksesan UMKM tersebut. Banyak UMKM yang menggunakan media sosial sebagai sarana untuk mempromosikan produk mereka agar dikenal oleh sebanyak mungkin konsumen. Oleh karena itu, inovasi yang tepat sangat penting dalam meningkatkan penjualan produk dan mengatasi penurunan penjualan yang terjadi.
Fundrising Zakat, Infaq dan Sedekah Untuk Pemberdayaan Umat di Kota Blitar
Authors: Murtadlo Murtadlo
Published: September 2023

Artikel ini mengkaji shodaqoh secara filosofis saat diterapkan dalam ekonomi. bukan membahas ekonomi yang menggunakan alat bernama shodaqoh dalam mencapai keuntungan atau kondisi ekonomi yang diinginkan. Ada konsep dasar shodaqoh yang harus dikuatkan oleh umat muslim saat melakukan amaliah khususnya ekonomi dan dari pelaksanaannya pasti ada kontra konsepsi yang secara detail akan dibahas pada bagian pembahasan pada penulisan artikel ilmiah ini. Artikel ini merupakan jenis penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi literaratur. hasil dari penelitian ini adalah tentang filosofo shodaqoh dalam ekonomi syariah secara akan susah untuk diterapkan dalam kegiatan ekonomi. shodaqoh yang konsepya adalah keihlasan akan berbenturan dengan konsep ekonomi yang orientasinya adalah profit atau keuntungan
Study of the Academic Culture of Religion-Based Schools in Urban Areas
Authors: Rosikin Rosikin , Gozali Imam , Fatimah Siti , Siswanto Achmad , Riady Yasir
Published: September 2023

The development of students' potential and achievement in schools is strongly supported by learning practices based on a quality academic culture. This article describes the challenges and efforts of three private religious high schools in the City of East Jakarta to build their academic culture in their respective schools. This study uses qualitative methods, data collection is done through observation, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGD) and secondary data collection. The subjects in this study were school principals, teachers, students and parents in three senior high schools which became the locus of this study. The results of this study indicate that the challenges and efforts to develop an academic culture are responded to differently. Each school that is our research focus mobilizes its resources to build and develop an academic culture. Challenges and efforts to develop an academic culture are of course related to school characteristics such as the quality of human resources, infrastructure and financial capabilities owned by each school itself.
Predation Patterns and Hunting Behavior of Snow Leopards: Insights from an Ibex Hunt
Authors: Johansson Örjan , Nyam Enkhburen , Lkhagvajav Purevjav , Shanti Alexander Justine , Samelius Gustaf
Published: September 2023

The hunting behaviours of the snow leopard (Panthera uncia) are poorly understood. In this note, we describe the successful hunt of an adult male ibex (Capra sibirica) by a known male snow leopard. The hunt started in a mountain slope close to three large boulders and progressed downhill for 115 m until it concluded at the bottom of a drainage. By comparing the habitat where the ibex was killed to the kill sites of 158 ibex and 17 argali (Ovis ammon) that were killed by GPS-collared snow leopards, we demonstrate that the majority (62%) of these were kills occurred in drainages. We propose that in successful hunts, snow leopards commonly ambush from above, causing prey individuals to typically flee downhill. Thereby the prey maintain their momentum and it is not until they are slowed down upon reaching the bottom of the drainage that the snow leopards are able to subdue them.
Oral Manifestations of Chronic Renal Failure Patients on Hemodialysis
Authors: Deepika A. D. N. , Sridevi Koduri , Buduru Krishnaveni , Malempati Sarada , Ramya K. , Sahi B. Krishna
Published: September 2023

Kidney disease is a worldwide health problem with increasing incidence and prevalence of disease, high cost, and poor prognosis. Chronic Kidney Disease involves an irreversible loss of renal function which leads to a change in the electrolyte balance of the human body. This can lead to a large plethora of oral manifestations. A wide range of lesions may be observed in chronic renal failure patients like gingival hyperplasia, enamel hypoplasia, petechiae, gingival bleeding, and various other lesions. As literature indicates that the incidence of these pathologies are increasing, identification and providing appropriate dental care to these patients can be imperative.

Aims: To assess the oral manifestations of chronic renal failure patients on hemodialysis.

Methods and Materials: The oral cavity of the patients was examined for features like uremic odour, coated tongue, ulcerations, pigmentation, petechiae, ecchymosis, uremic stomatitis, xerostomia and recorded accordingly.

Statistical Analysis Used: All the findings were tabulated and were subjected to statistical analysis using Chi square test.

Results: A wide range of oral signs, symptoms, and lesions that include uremic odor(36.6%), xerostomia(58.3%), uremic stomatitis(5%), altered taste sensation(46.6%), coated tongue(1%), burning sensation(40%), ulceration/pigmentation(6.6%), candidiasis(5%), pale mucosa(13.3%), gingival enlargement (6.6%) and petechiae/ecchymosis(5%) were observed. Xerostomia was found to be the most common finding in 35(58.3%) patients affecting 20 (57.1%) of males and 15(42.8%) of females followed by altered taste sensation in 28 (46.6%) patients that showed an equal gender predilection.

Conclusions: Dental considerations of renal failure patients is of utmost importance as they present with a wide range of oral manifestations. It is the Oral Physicians responsibility to treat the oral manifestations along with rendering the appropriate dental therapy to the renal failure patients.
Assessment of Dentists’ Existing Knowledge towards Triclosan and Its Impact on General Health
Authors: Raskar Manali J. , Mathur Anmol , Desai Ruttika , Rana Avni , Mathur Aditi
Published: September 2023

Background: Triclosan is widely used in hygiene products. Recently, FDA has banned over-the-counter products containing triclosan due to its potentially harmful effects on health.

Aim: This study aimed to find dentists’ knowledge regarding the ill effects of triclosan on general health, the status of any ban being imposed on triclosan around the world, and their knowledge of any alternatives available.

Methods: This cross-sectional study made use of a self-designed questionnaire to collect data. Two experts did face validity of the questionnaire, and six experts from Pharmaceutical Science did content validity. A total of 195 dentists' were administered the questionnaire utilizing a Google form.

Results: All participants filled out the questionnaire, of which 149 (76%) were males and 46 (23.5%) were females. 45% of dentists had experienced between 5-9 years and 39.4% had more than 10 years of experience. Eta correlation showed that the experience of the dentist had a 42% influence on their knowledge scores. Point-biserial correlation indicated that female dentists showed poor knowledge scores when compared to males.

Conclusion: The present study found that although dentists knew about triclosan, their knowledge regarding its safety was limited. There was mixed opinion regarding banning triclosan in the country. Considering the limited literature on the subject, this study serves as the first step to assess the awareness of the dental community towards triclosan.
The Symphony of Survival: Sacubitril/Valsartan’s Heartfelt Impact on Mortality in Heart Failure: A Systemic Review
Authors: Eshwar Kumar Burra  , Kamran Shahid  , Yonas Tamene  , Shefali P. Mody  , Kaiser O. Sadiq  , Yogamba M. Shivakumar  , Pousette Farouk
Published: September 2023

Heart failure (HF) is a prevalent and debilitatingcondition affecting millions worldwide. Over the years,numerous therapeutic strategies have been employedto manage HF, improving patients' quality of life, andreducing morbidity and mortality rates.Sacubitril/valsartan, a novel combination drug, hasemerged as a promising therapeutic option in themanagement of HF with reduced ejection fraction(HFrEF This abstract provides a comprehensive reviewof the use of sacubitril/valsartan in treating HF patients.
Etched in Flesh: The Philosophy of Tattoos and Tattooing
Authors: Delunas Andrew , Osborne Nathan
Published: September 2023

Tattooing is an ancient art form, dating back to Neolithic times and is today widely practiced the world over. Given tattooing’s popularity and its wide acceptance in the modern world (a recent survey found that 30 percent of the adult American population has at least one tattoo), philosophers’ continued silence with respect to tattooing is mystifying. If philosophers have nothing to say about tattooing, what could be the reason for such a glaring omission? This disregard is telling: It may be that philosophers consider tattooing too “low brow”, and hence, not worthy of their consideration. In what follows, we offer a few reasons why philosophers of art should take tattooing seriously as an art form. We will also expand on our contention that tattoos represent one of the most intimate forms of art known to humanity (indeed, perhaps the most intimate). Lastly, we will consider tattooing as a representational art form, and attempt to discern what can be gleaned of the tattoo artist’s intentions from her work.
Authorship in the Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland from the First World War to Volume 150: a Perspective on Scottish History and Archaeology
Authors: Ralston Ian
Published: September 2023

The evolution of the pattern of authorship of articles in Proc Soc Antiq Scot between volumes 51 and 150 is examined. Various trends are charted across a series of approximately decadal time-segments, including increasing professionalization, the proportional rise of female authorship through time, variations in the geographical distribution of authors in and beyond Scotland, innovations in the scope of reporting and discourse, the balance between archaeological and other contributions, and the changing nature of archaeological employment and practice.
Why Terrorism in the Middle East is Unending? Understanding the Influence of Islamic Political Culture and Its Effects on the Region
Authors: Kalantari Behrooz
Published: September 2023

This study contends that terrorism remains a substantial global challenge, with a particular stronghold in the Middle East. Effectively tackling this issue demands a comprehensive grasp of the region's political culture and the intricate role of religion, specifically Islam, in the recruitment and radicalization of individuals. Given that Islam exerts significant influence in the Middle East, it can either be leveraged to promote peace or exploited to rationalize acts of terrorism. This paper delves into potential strategies aimed at eradicating terrorism, which encompass the advancement of peace, redressal of grievances, and the cultivation of economic development and democracy within the Middle East. According to this study, several strategic avenues can be pursued to mitigate the looming threat of terrorism. These include the promotion of moderate interpretations of Islam, redressing fundamental grievances pervasive in the region, resolving the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and harnessing international cooperation to effectively combat terrorism. By comprehending the intricate political culture of the Middle East and proactively addressing the underlying causes of terrorism, a sustainable state of peace and stability can be attained.
Identification Of Behavioral Signature: Benford’s Law In Online Auctions
Authors: Andrew Chang Seokjoo , Chang Albert
Published: September 2023

For a forensic implication of online auction market earnings, we study networked overlapping online auctions and underlying agent strategy. Bidder type identification provides efficient prior information for price formation process. Especially early-stage recognition of specific bidder types enables faster ex-ante revenue estimation. Characterizing behavioral pattern of bidding strategies, we identify unique digital signatures of heterogeneous bidder types. Given that the bidder types impose direct impact on the revenue, we further extend the conceptual domain to the potential bidding fraud which undermines overall revenue structure. We highlight the method of agent signature identification through Benford’s law and power law. In our findings, there exists a bidder class which confirms the distributional pattern of Benford’s law and their revenue impact is significant. Explicit characterization is conducted based on the power law. Participating agent strategy reflects their agent cost, surplus as well as market earnings.
تقييم جودة الأداء الأكاديمي في الجامعات اليمنية الحكومية في ضوء بطاقة الأداء المتوازن
Authors: العبيدي صفاء ناصر
Published: September 2023

هدفت الدراسة إلى تقييم جودة الأداء الأكاديمي في الجامعات اليمنية الحكومية في ضوء بطاقة الأداء المتوازن بأبعاده (المستفيدين-المالي-العمليات الداخلية-التعلم والنمو)، ولتحقيق ذلك تم استخدام المنهج الوصفي التحليلي، وكانت الاستبانة المكونة من (4) أبعاد و(47) فقرة، والمطبقة وفقًا لأسلوب دلفي على عينة مكونة من (31) خبيرًا هي أداة جمع البيانات، وبعد جمع البيانات وتحليلها خلصت الدراسة إلى عددٍ من النتائج، أهمها: متوسط آراء الخبراء حول تقييم جودة الأداء الأكاديمي بأبعاده جاء بدرجة "ضعيفة" وبمتوسط (2.22)، وجاء "بُعد العمليات الداخلية" بمتوسط (2.24) في المرتبة الأولى، ويليه "بُعد التطور والنمو" بمتوسط (2.18)، أما ثالثًا جاء "بُعد المستفيدين" بمتوسط (2.06)، وأخيرًا "البُعد المالي" بمتوسط (2.1).

ويشير اتفاق الخبراء إلى إدراكهم للفجوة بين الأداء الاستراتيجي الفعلي للجامعات الحكومية وبين الأداء الاستراتيجي المطلوب، لذا توصي الدراسة بضرورة وضع معايير دقيقة وأسس علمية سليمة لرفع الميزة التنافسية للطلبة، والخريجين في ضوء معايير الاعتماد الأكاديمي.

الكلمات المفتاحية: تقييم-الجودة-الأداء الأكاديمي-بطاقة الأداء المتوازن-الجامعات الحكومية

Abstract

         The research objective is to assess the quality of academic performance in Yemen's public universities in the light of the balanced scorecard in its dimensions (beneficiaries-financial-internal-development and growth processes). To achieve that analytical descriptive approach was used, and the questionnaire consisting of (4) dimensions, applied according to the Delphi method of a sample of (31) an expert is the data collection tool. After collecting and analyzing the data, the research concluded a number of results, the most important of which are: The average expert opinion on the evaluation of the quality of academic performance in its dimensions was "low" and average (2.22). The "internal process dimension", with an average (2.24), was first, followed by the "development and growth dimension" with an average (2.18) Third was the "beneficiary dimension" average (2.06), and finally the "financial dimension" average (2.1). The experts' agreement refers to their perception of the gap between the actual strategic performance of government universities and the strategic performance required, therefore, the study recommends the necessity of setting accurate standards and sound scientific foundations to raise the competitive advantage of students and graduates in the light of academic accreditation standards.

Keywords: Evaluation- Quality- Academic- Performance- Balanced Scorecard- Public Universities
Investigation of the Impact of Bilingualism on the Identity of a sample of Bilingual English learners
Authors: AL-Farzai Tahani Ali Ali
Published: September 2023

This paper aims to investigate how learners of English at ALbaydha University and ALYemeni Institute perceive themselves as being bilinguals and how being bilinguals can affect their core identity. Also it investigates whether they understand being bilingual, based on how well they use and speak the English language and how often it is used or influenced by the factors of English culture which make them use it instead of their local language culture, inside and outside college, to gain prestige without taking into consideration that the change will affect their core identity. This paper is qualitative in nature based on a questionnaire administered at ALbaydha University and ALYemeni Institute students as non-native English learners who study English to obtain Bachelor Degree or Diploma in English language. The most unexpected findings that emerged show that despite studying English and having some skills in using the language none of the participants perceived him/herself as being bilingual, there is no evidence of language shift, and the core identity takes first status in most situations. Additionally, English choices do not dominate most of bilingual conversations but the local language is the dominator. All participants are proud of their identity and do not accept to replace it by another. They do not believe that being bilingual will affect their core identity. It is also noted that all participants behave carefully during their use of the English language and avoid any direct contact with English culture or adopting any of its norms of life though they prove to be equally competent in both local languages

Key words: bilingualism and bilinguals, identity, code switching, identity in language education.
CASE REPORTS: Delayed presentation of surgically induced scleral necrosis after I-BRITE procedure treated with immunosuppressive therapy
Authors: Azar Nadim S. , Ruiz-Lozano Raul E. , Quiroga-Garza Manuel E. , Soifer Matias , Mousa Hazem M. , Komai Seitaro , Leverenz David L. , Perez Victor L.
Published: September 2023

Surgically induced scleral necrosis (SISN) is an uncommon complication of ocular procedures. Cosmetic eye-whitening surgery involves conjunctival and Tenon’s capsule dissection, cautery, and mitomycin C application. We report the case of a 36-year-old white woman referred to our clinic for severe pain, scleral inflammation, and necrosis in both eyes 9 years after I-BRITE, an elective eye-whitening procedure. An extensive workup yielded negative results. The patient improved with aggressive lubrication and topical and high-dose systemic prednisone (60 mg), with recurrence upon steroid tapering. Concomitant weekly methotrexate was added, resulting in inflammatory control and allowing discontinuance of topical and oral steroids.
Aplikasi Tebak Lagu Daerah Berbasis Android Menggunakan App Inventor 2
Authors: Basith Abdul
Published: September 2023

Kebudayaan mengenai asal-usul daerah, lagu daerah, adat istiadat, benda yang dikeramatkan dan kebiasaan masyarakat ditiap daerah dan juga masih banyak kebudayaan-kebudayaan ditiap daerah-daerah Indonesia yang belum diketahui oleh masyarakat secara umum. Salah satu unsur kebudayaan berbentuk material yang masih belum banyak diketahui masyarakat umum adalah lagu daerah. Namu seiring perkembangan jaman, lagu daerah ini cenderung ditinggalkan.  Masyarakat pada umumnya cenderung lebih suka terhadap lagu korea, lagu barat. Maka dengan adanya aplikasi pengenalan lagu daerah indonesia berbasis android ini dapat mempermudah proses belajar dan memperkenalkan lagu daerah indonesia, agar masyarakat tidak meninggalkan lagu daerah. Dengan diciptakannya aplikasi ini memungkinkan pengguna untuk berinteraksi secara langsung dalam proses belajar dan bermain pengenalan lagu daerah. Adapun hasil survei yang ditujukan kepada 10 orang dari beberapa kalangan, didapat tingkat kepuasan sebesar 90 % yang berarti sangat puas. App Inventor adalah aplikasi web sumber terbuka yang awalnya dikembangkan oleh Google, dan saat ini dikelola oleh Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). App Inventor memungkinkan pengguna baru untuk memprogram komputer untuk menciptakan aplikasi perangkat lunak bagi sistem operasi Android. App Inventor menggunakan antarmuka grafis, serupa dengan antarmuka pengguna pada Scratch dan StarLogo TNG, yang memungkinkan pengguna untuk men-drag-and-drop objek visual untuk menciptakan aplikasi yang bisa dijalankan pada perangkat Android. Dalam menciptakan App Inventor, Google telah melakukan riset yang berhubungan dengan komputasi edukasional dan menyelesaikan lingkungan pengembangan online Google.
«Ich möchte auch Liebe leben»
Authors: Fetzer Noëlle , Gut Damaris , Wey Katja
Published: September 2023

Können Menschen mit Behinderungen ihre Sexualität selbstbestimmt leben? Auf der Suche nach Antworten reisen wir ins Lukashaus, eine Institution in Grabs (SG). Einen Tag lang unterhalten wir uns mit sieben Nutzer:innen des Lukashauses, zwei Müttern von Menschen mit Behinderungen, zwei Sexualpädagog:innen und mit dem Geschäftsleiter der Institution. Der Redebedarf über Behinderung und Sexualität ist gross – wir hören zu.
Wie zugänglich sind Hilfsangebote für gewaltbetroffene Menschen mit Behinderungen?
Authors: Caviezel Schmitz Seraina , Krüger Paula
Published: September 2023

Menschen mit Behinderungen sind besonders stark gefährdet, Gewalt in verschiedenen Kontexten zu erfahren. Für die Prävention und Intervention spielen barrierefreie und niederschwellig zugängliche Hilfsangebote eine zentrale Rolle. Im Auftrag des Eidgenössischen Büros für die Gleichstellung von Menschen mit Behinderungen (EGBG) haben wir die Zugänglichkeit von Hilfsangeboten für gewaltbetroffene Menschen mit Behinderungen untersucht. Im Beitrag stellen wir ausgewählte Ergebnisse der Studie vor.
Quellen nationaler Identität: Veränderungen im Verhältnis von Nationalbewusstsein, Demokratie und Religion in der Ukraine und in Russland
Authors: Pollack Detlef , Rosta Gergely , Shmendel Marta
Published: September 2023

Sowohl in Russland als auch in der Ukraine lag das nationale Selbstbewusstsein nach dem Zusammenbruch der Sowjetunion auf einem niedrigen Niveau und stieg im Laufe der folgenden Jahre stark an. Die Gründe dafür waren allerdings äußerst verschieden. In Russland nahm der Nationalstolz in dem Maße zu, wie sich das Land nach 2000 wirtschaftlich und politisch erholte und wie Putin mit seinen Gebietsannexionen erfolgreich war. In der Ukraine erhöhte sich das Nationalbewusstsein in Reaktion auf die Aggressionen Russlands und verband sich nicht nur mit antirussischen Einstellungen, sondern auch mit einer stärkeren Öffnung gegenüber demokratischen und europäischen Werten. Die religiöse Identität trug in beiden Ländern zwar ebenfalls zur Stärkung des Nationalbewusstseins bei. Das Nationalbewusstsein scheint sich in der Ukraine aber stärker aus säkularen als aus religiösen Quellen zu speisen, wobei hier offenbar der Sprache die Rolle des Identitätsmarkers zukommt. In Russland ist eine Differenzierung von Nationalstolz und religiöser Identifikation hingegen nicht zu erkennen.
Die Doxa der Kritik. Bietet die Eigenlogik der Städte Potenziale für eine kritische Stadtsoziologie?
Authors: Kibe Jochen
Published: September 2023

Ziel des Artikels ist es, das Potenzial sinnverstehender Soziologie für die kritische Stadtforschung aufzuzeigen. Zwar leistet die Perspektive der Eigenlogik der Städte eine Rekonstruktion städtischer Alltagsgewissheiten (Doxa). Kritische Stadtforschung sollte diese jedoch dekonstruieren („Zersetzung der Doxa“, Wacquant). Anhand des Flussbads Berlin wird illustriert, wie die Thematisierung dieses Projekts als „typisch Berlin“ politische Entscheidungen strukturiert. Die Eigenlogik der Städte ergänzt dann kritische Stadtsoziologie, indem sie die wissenspolitische Wirkmacht eigenlogischer Diskurse hervorhebt. Da sich führende Politiker*innen für das vermeintlich innovative Projekt begeistern, sollte Stadtforschung auch dies unter den Verdacht der Doxa stellen, damit sich ihre Kritik nicht in stereotypen Sprachspielen verliert.
Can Cathepsin L Epitope Be an Effective Vaccine Candidate Against Fasciola gigantica via Bioinformatics?
Authors: Homayouni Mohamad Mohsen , Shaddel Minoo , Ebrahimi Mansour , Bahramnejad Kia , Reza Rashidi Mohammad , Yakhchali Mohammad
Published: September 2023

Background: Fasciolosis is a global parasitic disease caused by liver trematodes such as Fasciola hepatica, affecting various mammals, including sheep, goats, cattle, pigs, and humans worldwide. Cathepsin L (Cat L) found in the life stages of F. gigantica is associated with the pathology of the fluke. Given the detrimental impact of fasciolosis on animal health and production, along with reports of drug resistance and concerns regarding drug residues in animal products and the environment, there has been an increasing emphasis on developing a potent epitope-based vaccine to combat this infection. Objectives: The present study aimed at bioinformatically analyzing the characteristics of Cat L of F. gigantica newly encysted juvenile (FgNEJ) to identify potential epitopes for constructing an effective vaccine against the infection. Methods: The Cat L of FgNEJ was analyzed using several reliable bioinformatics tools. Results: Analysis of the second structure of the Cat L amino acid sequence demonstrated that the alpha-helix, random coil, and extended strand ratios were 77 (23.62%), 164 (50.31%), and 85 (26.07%), respectively. Analysis of B-cell, T-cell, and MHC epitopes predicted on the sequence suggested Cat L of FgNEJ as an ideal target for vaccine design. Conclusions: The current study introduces significant information on Cat L of FgNEJ, as well as some promising epitopes that can be used as strong candidates in studies involved in developing a vaccine against fasciolosis.
Designing and Expression of Recombinant Chimeric Spike Protein from SARS-CoV-2 in Escherichia coli and Its Immunogenicity Assessment
Authors: Karimi Sahar , Nazarian Shahram , Sotoodehnejadnematalahi Fattah , Dorostkar Roohollah , Amani Jafar
Published: September 2023

: Since December 2019, the world has been grappling with an ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic. Various virus variants have emerged over the past two years, each posing a greater threat than its predecessors. The recent appearance of the omicron variant (B.1.1.529) has raised significant alarm within the field of epidemiology due to its highly contagious nature and rapid transmission rate. The omicron variant possessed mutations in the key receptor-binding domain (RBD) region, the S region, and these modifications have shown a notable impact on the strain's susceptibility to neutralizing antibodies. Developing safe and efficient vaccines to prevent a future severe acute respiratory outbreak of coronavirus syndrome 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is significant. Viral surface spike proteins are ideal targets for vaccines. This study aimed to find a multi-subunit chimeric vaccine. After conducting bioinformatics analysis, the recombinant spike (RS) protein of SARS-CoV-2 was deliberately designed and subsequently produced using E. coli expression systems. The immunogenicity of RS and neutralizing antibody responses were evaluated on immunized BALB/c mice. There was a significant difference in antibody titers between RS-immunized mice and control groups. The endpoint of the serum antibody titer of mice immunized with our chimeric protein was 2.5 times higher than that of the negative control. The chimeric construct could present multiple antigens simultaneously, influentially affecting immunization. Sera from mice vaccinated by RS could recognize the SARS-CoV-2 virus and neutralize antibodies. Our chimeric peptide could bind to antibodies in the serum of patients infected with different serotypes of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, such as alpha, delta, and omicron variants. The results indicated that the RS protein would be a potential novel antigenic candidate for subunit vaccine development and could be used as a useful alternative to generate diagnostic serological tests for SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Nursing Intervention for the Timing of Catheterization in a Patient with Frequent Abnormal Autonomic Reflexes from Cervical Medullary Injury: A Case Report
Authors: Tang Heshu , Wang Yan , Zhou Ping
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Cervical medullary injury is a severe type of spinal cord injury that can lead to neurogenic bladder and neurogenic rectum, which increases the risk of autonomic dysreflexia (AD) in patients. Autonomic dysreflexia is a common group of clinical syndromes characterized by autonomic dysfunction after spinal cord injury in the T6 or higher level. If left untreated, AD can lead to severe complications such as hypertensive crisis, paroxysms, intracranial hemorrhage, and even death. Nursing interventions are crucial in selecting the timing of catheterization for a patient with frequent AD during intermittent catheterization for cervical medullary injury, enhancing the overall quality of care for patients with cervical medullary injury. Case Presentation: This study focused on a tetraplegic patient with a cervical medullary injury who developed AD during intermittent catheterization. The factors influencing AD during intermittent catheterization were explored through a literature review, urodynamics, and a bladder scanner. The nursing interventions implemented included active control of AD, personalized assessment of the risk of abnormal autonomic dysreflexia, prevention, early identification, acute episode management, precise bladder management, and implementation of a personalized care plan. After 31 days of treatment, the number of AD episodes was significantly reduced, leakage was decreased, and urine volume was controlled in the normal range with good results. The key points of care included timely control of urine output, selection of the best catheterization timing, and other health education methods. The nursing interventions played an active and effective role in maintaining normal bladder function, and the patient resumed regular intermittent catheterization. Conclusions: Nursing interventions are vital in managing patients with cervical medullary injuries who require intermittent catheterization. A comprehensive nursing care plan that includes personalized assessment and management of AD can significantly improve outcomes for these patients and prevent the occurrence of AD, ultimately leading to a better quality of life.
Регулювання сільського розвитку для імпортозаміщення аграрної продукції з урахуванням децентралізації та впливу міжнародної торгівлі
Authors: Вдовенко Наталія , Коваль Віктор , Зось-Кіор Микола
Published: September 2023

У статті запропоновано напрямки удосконалення регулювання сільського розвитку для імпортозаміщення аграрної продукції з урахуванням децентралізації та впливу міжнародної торгівлі. Доведено, що глобальні ринкові тенденції, зокрема зростаюча конкуренція на міжнародних ринках та залежність від імпортної аграрної продукції, ставлять під загрозу стабільність внутрішнього сільськогосподарського сектора багатьох країн. Децентралізація влади, регулювання та управління в сільському господарстві дійсно нині відіграють провідну роль у досягненні ефективності та сталості розвитку. Висвітлено актуальні питання, які стосуються організаційного та економічного механізму регулювання, на прикладі гелікокультури або виробництва продукції равликівництва. Запропоновано вдосконалення координації між різними галузями промисловості та владними структурами, створення стимулів для інновацій у вирощуванні та обробці продукції, а також вдосконалення механізмів взаємодії з міжнародними партнерами, що сприятиме розвитку виробництва продукції равликівництва як гравця на аграрному ринку та зміцнюючи позиції України у якості провідного виробника цінної білкової продукції на ринку, розкриття його значення в аспекті перспективності нового напряму аграрного виробництва. Обґрунтовано, що за перше півріччя 2023 року в Україні відзначено значне зменшення обсягу експорту товарів на 14,3 % порівняно з аналогічним періодом 2022 року. Одночасно, імпорт зріс на 20,7 %. Це призвело до подальшого погіршення торговельного балансу, який вже склав негативне сальдо в 11,04 мільярди доларів США. Вказано на зменшення коефіцієнта покриття експортом імпорту. Зниження з 0,90 до 0,64 відсоткові пункти свідчить про зростаючу нерівноважність між обсягами та структурою торгівлі. Акцентовано увагу на актуалізації потреби у поглибленому аналізі міжнародних ринків та перегляді стратегій торговельних взаємин. Викладено результати від впровадження запропонованих заходів регулювання задля практичної реалізації завдань з метою імпортозаміщення аграрної продукції за умов децентралізації.
financial bravery of generation Z
Authors: Budai  Eleonóra , Denich Ervin
Published: September 2023

Since the economic crisis of 2008 and in the wake of the COVID-19 epidemic, financial awareness has become increasingly important in Hungary. The Government's "Developing Financial Awareness" strategy launched in 2017 underlines this. According to the mission of this strategy, financial literacy and the proper acquisition of financial knowledge are essential for people to make informed, considered, and rational decisions about their finances. This motivation led us to carry out a questionnaire survey on financial literacy among students enrolled in the 2020 Hungarian Higher Education in Economics and Business, and in this study, we present a snippet of the results. After a theoretical approach to financial culture, financial knowledge, and financial advice, the study focuses on the dimensions of financial knowledge and financial advice among the 11 dimensions of the survey. Unconventionally, financial knowledge was assessed based on respondents' self-assessment and this was compared with the results of research conducted by others.  The questionnaire was completed by 3 315 students between 29 November 2020 and 31 October 2021. The analysis focused on the responses of respondents aged between 18 and 25, i.e. members of Generation Z. After cleaning, 3 020 questionnaires were included. We found that, comparing perceived financial knowledge with willingness to give advice, the majority had average (medium) financial knowledge, but were nevertheless willing to advise others on financial matters.
digitális módszerekkel támogatott számvitel tanítás hallgatói minősítése
Authors: Borzán Anita , Kardos Barbara
Published: September 2023

Tanulmányunkban a digitalizációs technikák körében az e-learning előadások, a Teams online szemináriumok, valamint a Moodle online vizsgatesztek számvitel oktatásában való alkalmazásának a hallgatói megítélését vizsgáljuk. Az elemzésbe a gazdaságinformatikus alapképzési szakos hallgatókat vonjuk be, akik megfelelő informatikai ismeretekkel érkeznek intézményünkbe, felsőoktatási tanulmányaik során az első két félévben tanulnak számvitelt, mint gazdasági alapozó tárgyat. A hallgatók az e-learning előadásokat az érthetőség, a szakmaiság, az előadó stílusa, az elmélet és a gyakorlat összhangja szerint értékelik. Az online szemináriumok és a Moodle vizsgatesztek hallgatói megítélését a Neptun egységes tanulmányi rendszerben az oktatott kurzusok hallgatói véleményezése alapján elemezzük. Vizsgálatunk a magyar felsőoktatás történetében első alkalommal teljesen - 2020 őszének néhány hetes, szeptembertől novemberig tartó jelenléti, nappali tagozatos oktatását leszámítva - online keretek között oktatott, 2020/2021-es tanév első és második félévének összehasonlítására irányul. Kutatási célunk a digitalizációs technikák hatékonyságának a feltérképezése, alacsonyabb elégedettség esetén az oktatás minőségének a javítására vonatkozó javaslatok megfogalmazása és jövőbeli bevezetése.