bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Yield of quinoa (Chenopōdium quīnoa Willd.) under the effect of cold stratification of seeds
Authors: Kalenska S. M. , Novytska N. V. , Martynov O. M. , Melnychenko V. V. , Chubko O. P. , Yelizarov D. S.
Published: December 2024

Purpose. To identify the effect of cold stratification of seeds on the growth, development and yield formation of quinoa.
Methods. The research was carried out in 2022–2023 in the Demonstration and Collection Field of Crops of the Plant Breeding Department of the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (Kyiv) and in two laboratories of the Plant Breeding Department: Seed and Planting Material and Analytical Research in Crop Production. Design of the experiment: 1) control seeds (CS); 2) stratified seed (SS) after 7-day exposure to low (0−4 °С) temperatures in the refrigerator. The plot area in the small-scale experiment was 2 m2 and replication was six times.
Results. Stratified seeds of the ‘Kvartet’ variety germinated faster than the control seeds: they sprouted on the 5th day after sowing. Phenological stages of flowering and maturation in quinoa plants grown from seeds after cold stratification lasted longer compared to plants in control plots. Cold stratification of seeds contributed to a longer growing season and an increase in plant height to 116.3 cm. Prolonged explosion of quinoa seeds to low temperatures (0−4 °C) contributed to an increase in panicle length by 3.2 %, the number of branches on a panicle by 8%, the mass of seeds from one plant by 2.3%, and 1000-kernel weight by 3.9%. The crop yield reached 1.86 t/ha.
Conclusions. Cold stratification of quinoa seeds before sowing helps to accelerate germination and germination rate: field germination increases by 5%, seedlings appear 4 days earlier, and the growing season is extended. Prolonged explosion of quinoa seeds to low temperatures (0−4 °C) in refrigerator helps to increase the indicators of individual productivity of plants and increases crop yield by 2.8%.
Analisa Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Kepuasan Kerja Aparatur Sipil Negara pada Kantor Wilayah Direktorat Jenderal Pajak Kalimantan Timur dan Utara
Authors: Kartika Aan Wibisono  , Nuraisyah  , Ani Susanti
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the influence of leadership style, family support, and work environment on the job satisfaction of Civil Servants (ASN) at the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) of East and North Kalimantan. The research employs a quantitative approach, collecting data through questionnaires distributed to 143 ASNs as a full sample. Data analysis was conducted using validity tests, reliability tests, descriptive statistics, and multiple regression analysis via SPSS. The results indicate that participative leadership style, family support, and work environment significantly influence ASN job satisfaction. Collectively, these three variables explain 75.8% of the variance in ASN job satisfaction levels (Adjusted R-Square = 0.758). Participative leadership style contributes to enhancing employees' sense of involvement, family support plays a crucial role in emotional well-being, and a conducive work environment promotes comfort and work productivity. In conclusion, ASN job satisfaction at the Regional Office of the DGT of East and North Kalimantan is significantly influenced by leadership style, family support, and work environment. Therefore, improving these factors can support the organization in achieving optimal performance.
Развитие цифровых экосистем России на основании совмещения продуктового и проектного подходов к управлению
Authors: Гридчина А.В. , Бабичев Д.Р.
Published: December 2024

В статье проведен анализ современных цифровых экосистем в России через призму продуктового и проектного подходов к управлению. Исследуются ключевые подходы к управлению, эволюция развития от продуктов к экосистемам. Обсуждаются тренды, достижения и трудности, с которыми сталкиваются российские компании в процессе масштабирования своих экосистем и создания уникальных моделей управления, поддержания и роста экосистем.

This work presents an analysis of contemporary digital ecosystems in Russia through the lens of product and project management approaches. It explores key management strategies, the evolution from products to ecosystems, and discusses the trends, achievements, and challenges faced by Russian companies in the process of scaling their ecosystems and creating unique models for sustaining and growing these ecosystems.
Социально-экономическое развитие регионов России
Authors: Пальмов С.В. , Болдова Е.И. , Полоскова А.П.
Published: December 2024

В статье исследуется проблема неравномерности социально-экономического развития регионов России. Анализируются текущее состояние, причины и последствия диспропорций. Предлагаются пути решения, включая совершенствование региональной политики, реализацию национальных проектов, привлечение инвестиций и поддержку отстающих территорий. Подчеркивается значимость сбалансированного регионального развития для устойчивого роста экономики страны.

The study explores the challenge of uneven socioeconomic development across Russia’s regions. It provides an analysis of the current state, underlying causes, and implications of regional disparities. The paper proposes strategies for addressing these issues, including enhancing regional policy frameworks, implementing national initiatives, attracting investment, and supporting lagging areas. The findings underscore the critical importance of balanced regional development as a cornerstone for the sustainable growth of the national economy.
Стабилизационная функция публичных финансов как фактор обеспечения социальной поддержки населения
Authors: Верига А.В.
Published: December 2024

В статье предпринята попытка описания стабилизационной функции публичных финансов с помощью модели формирования публичных доходов и их распределения на социальные нужды и государственные потребности, основанная на двух бюджетных ограничениях, что позволяет изучать влияние фискальной политики на объем ВВП, определяемый производственной функцией. Полученные результаты модели могут быть использованы для анализа эффективности фискальной политики в условиях экономической нестабильности и для разработки рекомендаций по оптимизации стабилизационной функции публичных финансов.

The article attempts to describe the stabilisation function of public finance by means of a model of public revenues formation and their distribution for social needs and state needs based on two budget constraints, which allows us to study the impact of fiscal policy on the volume of GDP determined by the production function. The obtained results of the model can be used to analyse the effectiveness of fiscal policy in conditions of economic instability and to develop recommendations for optimising the stabilisation function of public finances.
Человеческий потенциал в основе формирования инновационной системы
Authors: Корниенко А.В.
Published: December 2024

В статье раскрываются актуальные вопросы взаимосвязи человеческого потенциала с динамикой формирования и развития инновационной системы. В процессе исследования рассмотрены различные точки зрения и теории на корреляцию между этими двумя категориями. Также представлен авторский подход, который определяет двунаправленное влияние инновационных систем и человеческого потенциала.

The article reveals the topical issues of the relationship between human potential and the dynamics of formation and development of the innovation system. In the process of research, various points of view and theories on the correlation between these two categories are considered. The author's approach, which determines the bidirectional influence of innovation systems and human potential, is also presented.
Интеграция навигационных и контрольных систем в сельскохозяйственную технику для повышения точности и эффективности
Authors: Рудик С.С. , Антоненко А.Е. , Кириченко А.О.
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматриваются подходы к интеграции систем навигации и контроля в современные модели сельскохозяйственной техники, отмечена их значимость для повышения производительности, надежности и точности выполнения сельскохозяйственных операций. Основной целью исследования является анализ эффективности применения таких навигационных систем, как GPS и ГЛОНАСС, и их интеграции с системами автоматического управления и контроля. Для достижения цели использованы методы анализа современных технологий, включая оптико-электронные и спутниковые системы навигации, а также модели автоматизации и статистические методы оценки надежности техники. Авторы исследуют преимущества комбинированных решений, объединяющих возможности параллельного вождения, автопилотов и систем мониторинга, которые способствуют минимизации эксплуатационных затрат и снижению нагрузки на оператора. Основные выводы работы подтверждают, что интеграция навигационных и управляющих систем повышает производительность и точность обработки полей, способствует экономии ресурсов и улучшению качества сельскохозяйственных операций.

The article discusses approaches to the integration of navigation and control systems into modern models of agricultural machinery, noting their importance for improving productivity, reliability and accuracy of agricultural operations. The main purpose of the study is to analyze the effectiveness of the use of navigation systems such as GPS and GLONASS, and their integration with automatic control and monitoring systems. To achieve this goal, methods of analyzing modern technologies, including optoelectronic and satellite navigation systems, as well as automation models and statistical methods for evaluating the reliability of equipment, were used. The authors explore the advantages of combined solutions combining the capabilities of parallel driving, autopilots and monitoring systems, which help to minimize operating costs and reduce the burden on the operator. The main conclusions of the work confirm that the integration of navigation and control systems increases productivity and accuracy of field processing, helps to save resources and improve the quality of agricultural operations.
Программно-целевой метод как фактор повышения эффективности молодежной политики на муниципальном уровне на примере Динского района Краснодарского края
Authors: Песоцкая П.А. , Булгаров М.А.
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматривается разработка муниципальных программ развития молодежной политики. Государственная молодежная политика является составной частью государственной политики в области социально-экономического, культурного и национального развития Российской Федерации и представляет собой целостную систему мер правового, организационно-управленческого, финансово-экономического, научного, информационного, кадрового характера, направленных на создание необходимых условий для выбора молодыми гражданами своего жизненного пути, для ответственного участия в возрождении России.

The article discusses the development of municipal programs for the development of youth policy.State youth policy is an integral part of state policy in the field of socio-economic, cultural and national development of the Russian Federation and represents an integral system of legal, organizational, managerial, financial, economic, scientific, informational, personnel nature, aimed at creating the necessary conditions for young citizens to choose their path in life, for responsible participation in the revival of Russia.
Анализ современного развития социального предпринимательства в муниципальном образовании г. Краснодар
Authors: Песоцкая П.А. , Гусев Д.А.
Published: December 2024

Появление новых социальных и культурных феноменов, усиление значимости социокультурного пространства, развитие различных видов предоставления социальных услуг в настоящее время выходит на лидирующие позиции социально-экономической жизни современной общества. Социальное предпринимательство в данном ключе является объективным механизмом по организации обеспечения разнообразным спектром услуг различных категорий граждан страны.

The emergence of new social and cultural phenomena, the increasing importance of sociocultural space, the development of various types of social services are currently taking leading positions in the socio-economic life of modern society. Social entrepreneurship in this vein is an objective mechanism for organizing the provision of a diverse range of services to various categories of citizens of the country.
Современные методы развития производственной инфраструктуры агропромышленного комплекса Краснодарского края
Authors: Хохлов Р.Р. , Дегтярев Б.Н. , Стельмак Н.Е. , Сафонов В.А. , Булгаров М.А.
Published: December 2024

Статья посвящена современному анализу агропромышленного комплекса Краснодарского края под влиянием современных тенденций и новейших методик. Представлены статистические данные по развитию сельскохозяйственной инфраструктуры региона под влиянием цифровизации и иных факторов развития, позволяющим повысить общий уровень развития анализируемой сферы деятельности. Определены потенциальные тенденции развития агропромышленного комплекса под устойчивым влиянием цифровых технологий как инструмента совершенствования всех отраслей. Выделен ряд негативных аспектов, связанных со снижением эффективности, потерей кадров в отрасли или общей парализацией работы. С целью совершенствования проведения мероприятий по развитию и цифровизации сельскохозяйственной инфраструктуры Краснодарского края выделен ряд рекомендаций.

The article is devoted to the modern analysis of the agro-industrial complex of the Krasnodar Territory under the influence of modern trends and the latest methods. Statistical data on the current development of the agricultural infrastructure of the region under the influence of digitalization and other development factors are presented, allowing to increase the overall level of development of the analyzed sphere of activity. Further potential trends in the development of the agro-industrial complex under the stable influence of digital technologies as a tool for improving all industries are determined. A number of negative aspects are highlighted that create a number of problems associated with a decrease in efficiency, loss of personnel in the industry or general paralysis of work in general. In order to improve the implementation of measures for the development and digitalization of the agricultural infrastructure of the Krasnodar Territory, a number of recommendations are highlighted.
Алгоритм интеграции направлений государственного стимулирования спроса на инновационную продукцию
Authors: Лазаренко К.В.
Published: December 2024

В статье анализируются алгоритмы государственного стимулирования спроса на инновационную продукцию в России. Рассматриваются законодательные механизмы, регулирующие госзакупки. Выявляются недостатки в определении и стимулировании закупок инновационной продукции, несмотря на существующие меры. Предлагается реформировать подходы, интегрируя и структурируя приоритеты, чтобы повысить эффективность государственной поддержки инноваций и технологического развития.

The article analyzes the algorithms of state stimulation of demand for innovative products in Russia. The legislative mechanisms regulating public procurement under 44-FZ and procurement of state-owned companies under 223-FZ are considered. Shortcomings in the definition and promotion of purchases of innovative products are identified, despite existing measures. It is proposed to reform approaches by integrating and structuring priorities in order to increase the effectiveness of government support for innovation and technological development.
Повышение эффективности инновационного менеджмента
Authors: Падерин А.А. , Власов М.В.
Published: December 2024

Целью исследования является выявление и обоснование эффективных методов инновационного менеджмента, направленных на повышение устойчивости и конкурентоспособности теплоэнергетического сектора. Методология исследования основана на анализе современных научных подходов и нормативных документов, включая международные стандарты, а также на примерах успешного внедрения инновационных технологий в теплоэнергетике. Результаты показывают, что системное применение инновационного менеджмента способствует оптимизации использования ресурсов, снижению энергетических потерь, улучшению качества услуг и адаптации предприятий к глобальным вызовам, таким как цифровизация и экологическая устойчивость. Основные методы включают внедрение когенерационных установок, SCADA-систем, возобновляемых источников энергии, а также использование аутсорсинга, кросс-функциональных команд и анализа жизненного цикла проектов. Предложенные подходы подчеркивают необходимость государственной поддержки и долгосрочного планирования для успешного внедрения инноваций.

The aim of the study is to identify and substantiate effective methods of innovation management aimed at enhancing the resilience and competitiveness of the thermal energy sector. The research methodology is based on the analysis of modern scientific approaches and regulatory documents, including international standards, as well as examples of successful implementation of innovative technologies in thermal energy. The results demonstrate that the systematic application of innovation management contributes to resource optimization, reduction of energy losses, improvement of service quality, and adaptation of enterprises to global challenges such as digitalization and environmental sustainability. Key methods include the implementation of cogeneration plants, SCADA systems, renewable energy sources, as well as the use of outsourcing, cross-functional teams, and life cycle project analysis. The proposed approaches highlight the need for government support and long-term planning to ensure the successful integration of innovations.
Технология блокчейна: революционный потенциал для повышения прозрачности в сфере аудита
Authors: Аджиева А.И. , Аджиева А.А.
Published: December 2024

В статье анализируется воздействие технологии блокчейна на процессы аудита и ее значение для повышения прозрачности и достоверности финансовой отчетности. Аудит играет ключевую роль в укреплении доверия к деловому сообществу, однако традиционные методы сталкиваются с рядом существенных проблем, таких как фальсификация данных, недостаток прозрачности и риски, связанные с человеческим фактором. Технология, благодаря своим фундаментальным принципам – децентрализации, неизменности записей и высокой степени безопасности, открывает новые возможности для решения этих проблем. Рассматриваются способы, которыми блокчейн предотвращает манипуляции финансовой информацией, обеспечивает всем участникам доступ к единой версии данных и автоматизирует процессы аудита посредством использования смарт-контрактов. Примеры успешной реализации блокчейна в сфере аудита крупными консалтинговыми компаниями демонстрируют достигнутые с ее помощью реальные результаты и преимущества.

The article analyzes the impact of blockchain technology on audit processes and its importance for increasing transparency and reliability of financial statements. Auditing plays a key role in building trust in the business community, but traditional methods face a number of significant problems, such as falsification of data, lack of transparency and risks associated with the human factor. Technology, thanks to its fundamental principles of decentralization, immutability of records and a high degree of security, opens up new opportunities to solve these problems. The ways in which the blockchain prevents manipulation of financial information, provides all participants with access to a single version of data and automates audit processes through the use of smart contracts are considered. Examples of successful implementation of blockchain in the field of auditing by large consulting companies demonstrate the real results and advantages achieved with its help.
Модель интегрированного производственного планирования на буровом предприятии
Authors: Кустова Д.А.
Published: December 2024

В статье представлена модель интегрированного производственного планирования для бурового предприятия, направленная на оптимизацию процессов планирования, контроля и управления ресурсами. Рассматриваются ключевые аспекты, включая анализ имеющихся методик интегрированного планирования, выявление узких мест и определение факторов, влияющих на эффективность производственной деятельности. Приведены примеры внедрения интегрированных систем планирования, демонстрирующие положительное влияние на производительность, снижение затрат и улучшение качества обслуживания. Подчеркивается важность использования современных информационных технологий и подходов к планированию для повышения конкурентоспособности бурового предприятия в условиях изменяющегося рынка.

The article presents a model of integrated production planning for a drilling enterprise aimed at optimizing the processes of planning, control and resource management. Key aspects are considered, including the analysis of existing integrated planning methods, identification of bottlenecks and determination of factors affecting the efficiency of production activities. Examples of the implementation of integrated planning systems are given, demonstrating a positive impact on productivity, cost reduction and improved service quality. In conclusion, the importance of using modern information technologies and approaches to planning to improve the competitiveness of a drilling enterprise in a changing market is emphasized.
Uncovering Effective Factors in the Success of “Good English Learners”: The Role of out-of-Class Learning Strategies and Extroversion / Introversion
Authors: Abdullah Narjis Faris
Published: December 2024

This study aims at investigating what makes EFL learners as being good learners and if there is a significant relationship between good English language learners and the strategies they tend to use. In addition, it aims at investigating whether the good English language learners are extravert or introvert personality type. To do so the researchers select two factors which they thought may be influential: out -of- class strategies (OCS), and Extravert/introvert personality type. To accomplish the goals of this study, 63 students of English department at Ferdowsi university and Imam Reza university in Mashhad, Iran at the level of B.A, M.A, & Ph.D  were handed two types of questionnaire to figure out the effect of their academic level and personality type on learning strategies they tend to use to improve their language proficiency. The results shows that the most frequent used strategy is the social one more than cognitive and metacognitive with the highest average mean score. However, the results show that the students are introverts more than extraverts. The results will be discussed in more details in this study.
Parental Mentoring on Gen Z's Social Media Information Access Ahead of the 2024 Kendari Mayoral Election
Authors: Iba La , Musawir La Ode Abdul
Published: December 2024

Kendari City as one of the areas carrying out Pilkada in 2024 where many participants from generation Z as novice voters get information, especially what they usually access is through the use of Media Social in the form of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, Whatsapp, Telegram and other social media. Parental assistance is needed so that in receiving information, Gen Z can always be directed and shown about good and correct information. From good information, political awareness is expected to arise, including later exercising their rights and obligations as citizens ahead of the democratic party for the 2024 Kendari Mayor and Deputy Mayor elections. This research uses a Qualitative approach with descriptive methods to find out about Gen Z's social media information access in increasing political awareness. Informants in this study were determined by purposive sampling and analysed using interactive analysis techniques. From the results of the research conducted, it was found that the assistance provided by parents to Gen Z on social media access ahead of the election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Kendari 2024 obtained the type of assistance that exists, namely active assistance carried out by parents with awareness of the importance of information obtained by their children on the discourse of selecting leaders and the second is the type of less active assistance carried out due to busy work and earning daily family livelihoods so that they rarely pay attention to children in accessing information on social media in the election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Kendari 2024.Gen Z gets a variety of information from social media in order to choose leaders who can bring prosperity to the people in Kendari City.
PENGARUH MOTIVASI DAN KOMPENSASI TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PT. SURYAMAS LESTARI PRIMA TANJUNG MORAWA
Authors: Nst Venny Fraya Hartin
Published: December 2024

Rumusan masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana pengaruh motivasi terhadap kinerja karyawan PT. Suryamas Lestari Prima Tanjung Morawa, bagaimana pengaruh kompensasi terhadap kinerja karyawan PT. Suryamas Lestari Prima Tanjung Morawa, bagaimana pengaruh motivasi dan kompensasi terhadap kinerja karyawan PT. Suryamas Lestari Prima Tanjung Morawa. Berdasarkan hasil pengujian dan analisis menunjukkan bahwa ada pengaruh positif dan siginifikan variabel motivasi terhadap variabel kinerja karyawan PT. Suryamas Lestari Prima Tanjung Morawa yang ditunjukkan tMotivasi = 8,217 sedangkan ttabel dengan dk 76 sebesar 1,665 maka thitung > ttabel dengan demikian secara parsial ada pengaruh yang signifikan antara motivasi terhadap kinerja. Ada pengaruh positif dan siginifikan variabel kompensasi terhadap variabel kinerja karyawan PT. Suryamas Lestari Prima Tanjung Morawa yang ditunjukkan nilai tKompensasi = 3,209 sedangkan ttabel dengan dk 76 sebesar 1,665 maka thitung > t tabel dengan demikian secara parsial ada pengaruh yang signifikan antara kompensasi terhadap kinerja.
Entrepreneurship Education and Performance of SMEs in the Manufacturing Sector of North Central Nigeria: Evidence from Primary Data Analysis
Authors: Ayatse Faith Kadoon
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the influence of entrepreneurship education on the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the manufacturing sector of North Central Nigeria. Utilizing a sample of 397 respondents (using simple random sampling) from the population of 54,657 SME owners in North Central Nigeria using Taro Yamane’s fornula. Data were collected through a questionnaire, with instrument validity confirmed by factor analysis and reliability tested using Cronbach Alpha, yielding a coefficient of 0.868. Data analysis was performed using SPSS (Version 26), with descriptive statistics presented in tables. Key findings highlight that technical and managerial skills training significantly enhances business leadership and strategic planning. However, gaps in digital proficiency and financial documentation persist. While 68% of respondents engage in innovation, 40% still struggle with product development. Networking skills training revealed strong collaboration, though challenges in information sharing remain. The study concludes that entrepreneurship education boosts SME performance in productivity, expansion, and job creation but stresses the need for targeted interventions in digital skills, resource management, and financial discipline. The study recommends enhanced technical, managerial, innovation, and financial training to address these gaps and foster growth.
Left generalized homoderivations in 3-prime near-rings
Authors: Mouhssine Samir , Boua Abdelkarim
Published: December 2024

In this paper, the structure of 3-prime near-rings with left generalized homoderivation satisfying certain conditions on a semigroup ideal will be investigated. After that, we’ll provide examples to explain why the hypotheses used in the various results are necessary.
On zS-ideals of commutative rings
Authors: Maatallah Ahmed
Published: December 2024

Let R be a commutative ring with nonzero unity and S a multiplicatively closed subset (m.c.s) of R. An S-disjoint ideal of R is called zS-ideal if there exists s = sI ϵ S and whenever MS(a) ⸦ MS(b) for some a ϵ I and b ϵ R, then sb ϵ I, where MS(a) = {MaxS(R) : sa ϵ M for some s ϵ S}, for each a ϵ R. In the present paper, we introduce and study the concept of zS-ideal which is an extension of the notion of the z-ideals. We generalize some well-known results on z-ideal to zS-ideal. In addition, many examples, characterizations, and properties of zS-ideal are given. We also investigate the relation between z-ideals and zS-ideals of a commutative ring.
Safety and Therapeutic Effect of Willfort™ Drops in an Adenine Induced Model of Anemia
Authors: Jha Megha , Dalua Snigdha Suman , Tiwari Poorva , Valavan Ramachandran
Published: December 2024

Anemia is a common hematological disorder globally, often managed with conventional iron supplements that may lead to gastrointestinal side effects and poor compliance. Homeopathy, offering a holistic approach, aims to support the body’s innate healing mechanism and address the underlying causes of anemia. This study investigates the safety and efficacy of homeopathic formulation Willfort™ Anemia Drops in mitigating adenine-induced Anemia in male Sprague Dawley rats, revealing encouraging results. Before this investigation, multiple formulations were developed in accordance with the internal product development protocol. Based on expert reviews, laboratory compatibility trials, and stability studies, two variants (AD-002/A-20-5 and AD-003/A-20-6) were selected for this study.
The Multiple Errands Test–Home Version and Its Association With Driving Potential: A Pilot Study
Authors: Scott Hayley M. , Baker Anne M. , Unsworth Carolyn A.
Published: December 2024

Importance: Driving is a complex occupation requiring the interplay of high-level cognitive, physical, sensory, and behavioral skills for safe performance. Occupational therapists need to routinely address driving with adults as an occupational performance area. Further research is needed to determine whether performance-based assessment tools can support occupational therapists in screening client driving potential.

Objective: To conduct a pilot study to determine whether the Multiple Errands Test–Home Version (MET–Home), as a performance-based assessment, either alone or in combination with other assessments, should be further investigated for use by occupational therapists to screen clients’ driving potential.

Design: Cross-sectional pilot study.

Setting: Private in-clinic and community setting, including participants’ homes.

Participants: Convenience sampling recruited 28 participants through private occupational therapy driver assessors.

Outcomes and Measures: Participants underwent a comprehensive in-clinic and behind-the-wheel assessment, as per standard practice, and three additional cognitive tests. Data were summarized with descriptive statistics, and univariate analyses were used to examine the relationships between cognitive assessment scores and driving outcomes.

Results: The MET–Home, as a stand-alone tool and in combination with other cognitive assessment scores, was not associated with driving outcomes (pass–fail). However, participant self-assessment of their MET–Home performance was associated with driving outcomes (pass–fail; p = .014).

Conclusions and Relevance: Although our findings suggest that the MET–Home is unlikely to screen for driving potential, further research of performance-based assessment tool use by occupational therapists is needed to support identification of the optimal type and timing of client referral for comprehensive assessment.

Plain-Language Summary: The Multiple Errands Test–Home Version (MET–Home) is commonly completed by occupational therapists. Although this pilot study revealed that MET–Home scores were not associated with driving outcomes, performance-based assessments such as the MET–Home have the potential to guide occupational therapists when screening clients to determine when further, comprehensive assessment is indicated.
Generalizações envolvendo o Teorema de Pitágoras usando o Geogebra e processos analíticos
Authors: Fernandes José António
Published: December 2024

Neste estudo explora-se o Teorema de Pitágoras e várias generalizações envolvendo esse teorema, com recurso ao GeoGebra e a processos analíticos. Para tal, estabeleceram-se os dois seguintes objetivos na exploração das tarefas propostas: 1) discutir as potencialidades do uso do GeoGebra; e 2) analisar a dimensão matemática desenvolvida. Exploradas as tarefas propostas, verificou-se que o GeoGebra mostrou ser uma ferramenta com elevado potencial para criar e analisar exemplificações das generalizações estudadas e, complementarmente, proporcionou pistas para a prova dessas generalizações. Já do ponto de vista matemático, salienta-se a grande diversidade de objetos matemáticos intervenientes no estudo das generalizações, bem como suas relações, de entre os quais se destacam os argumentos desenvolvidos na prova. Donde, globalmente, as tarefas propostas são especialmente adequadas para realizar sínteses de aprendizagens anteriores, podendo os alunos trabalhar em pequenos grupos em trabalhos de projeto.
Challenges and Possible Solutions of Effective Solid Waste Management in Githunguri Town, Kiambu County
Authors: Kung’u Nyambura Martin
Published: December 2024

Municipal solid waste management constitutes a serious problem in our world. Cities, towns, and even villages are often grappling with this huge problem. Most cities and towns do not collect the totality of the wastes generated, and of the wastes collected, only a fraction receives proper disposal. The insufficient collection and inappropriate disposal of solid wastes represent a source of water, land and air pollution, and pose risks to human health and the environment. Over the next several decades, the rapid urbanization in the developing world will tend to further deteriorate this situation.

This report presents and discusses the challenges of urban development on solid waste management in Githunguri Town. The composition and amount of solid waste being generated in the town has been on the increase due to a rapidly growing population, changing urban lifestyles, resource consumption patterns, improving income levels and other socio-economic and cultural issues.

Traditionally, solid waste in Githunguri Town has been disposed of through the use of dust bins and designated skips placed at strategic points within the town.
This has however proved to be unsuccessful due to challenges ranging from the rapidly growing population, vandalism, irresponsible solid waste disposal and limited knowledge on how to manage solid waste at a household level, thus modern approaches in handling these wastes need to be introduced.

The objectives of the study guided the literature review, the research methodology and data analysis. A total of 110 households, 30 business enterprises and 5 key informants were interviewed. The households and business enterprises were sampled randomly while key informants were selected purposively due to their expertise and specific area of responsibility. Transect walks and non-participant observations of the study area were also carried out. Once the data was collected, it was analyzed using Mapping tools, SPSS software, MS Excel, Arc GIS and CAD. The study established that there exists a strong relationship between urban development and the challenges it imposes on effective solid waste management.

The study recommends and proposes various methods to handle solid waste management in the study area ranging from; adequate solid waste management awareness among residents, use of 3Rs, polluter pay principle, Waste segregation measures, public private partnerships among others.

The need to incorporate a variety of modernized ways of managing and utilization of solid waste has been proposed as an area that researchers can explore for further research.
Synergizing AI and telecommunications for global development: A framework for achieving scalable and sustainable development
Authors: James Paul Onoja  , Olakunle Abayomi Ajala
Published: December 2024

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and telecommunications is revolutionizing approaches to global development by creating scalable and sustainable solutions to critical challenges. This paper explores the synergy between AI technologies—such as machine learning and predictive analytics—and telecommunications infrastructure, including 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT). It highlights the transformative applications of this convergence in healthcare, education, agriculture, and disaster management, showcasing how these innovations enhance access, efficiency, and outcomes. While the potential is vast, the paper also examines key challenges, including infrastructure gaps, data privacy and security concerns, sustainability issues, and ethical considerations in AI deployment. To overcome these barriers, the paper recommends actionable strategies for policymakers, technologists, and stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of equitable access, ethical frameworks, and collaborative innovation. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the combined strengths of AI and telecommunications, this framework aims to accelerate progress toward inclusive and sustainable global development.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunications, Global Development, Sustainability, Digital Divide, Ethical AI.
Integrating community engagement with AI-enhanced strategies for economic resilience and inclusive growth in Nigeria
Authors: Eme Akinsehinde Dada  , May Equitozia Eyeregba  , Chukwunweike Mokogwu  , Titilayo Deborah Olorunyomi
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the integration of community engagement and artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced strategies as a transformative approach to achieving economic resilience and inclusive growth in Nigeria. It highlights the importance of synergizing local knowledge with AI-driven insights to address systemic socio-economic challenges, such as inequality, unemployment, and regional disparities. The study discusses theoretical foundations, emphasizing frameworks for economic resilience, the principles of community engagement, and the capabilities of AI in fostering sustainable development. Furthermore, the paper outlines practical recommendations for policymakers, communities, and technologists, emphasizing inclusive policy design, capacity building, and stakeholder alignment. Policy implications and implementation strategies are examined, focusing on leveraging AI and community collaboration to enhance participation, bridge the digital divide, and promote technological literacy in underserved communities. Finally, future research directions are proposed to deepen the integration of AI and community-based solutions, ensuring equitable and sustainable outcomes. By fostering this synergy, Nigeria can leverage technology and collective action to drive socio-economic transformation and position itself as a leader in sustainable development innovation.
Keywords: Economic Resilience, Inclusive Growth, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Community Engagement, Sustainable Development, Digital Transformation.
On the Design of Cyrillic Part of the Reims Gospel
Authors:   State Institute for Art Studies, Orlova M.A.
Published: December 2024

The place of the Reims Gospel in the book culture of Kiev Rus has not yet been finally determined. Among palaeographers, there is an idea of it being a southern Russian copy of an unknown Western Bulgarian original. Researchers who have addressed its artistic design, consider the use of Balkan models completely untouched by the influence of the examples of Constantinople book art of the 11th century, to be unconditional. Nevertheless, there are reasons to believe that the manuscript was created in Kiev scriptorium with an orientation towards the examples of decoration of Greek manuscripts, by an artist familiar with ornamentation, more complex in its origin, of the codices of the same workshop.
The Church of the Assumption of the Mother of God in Kotelnaya sloboda on Pokrovka in the 17th -18th centuries. An attempt of reconstruction of reconstruction of the iconostasis
Authors:   Special Scientific Restoration Design and Production Workshop LLC, Goryacheva M.Yu. , Nikolaeva M.V. ,   Russian Academy of Arts
Published: December 2024

The article attempts to show, based on published historical evidence and archival sources, the history of a unique architectural monument – the Church of the Assumption of the Mother of God in Kotelniki on Pokrovka – in the 17th -18th centuries. The little-studied architectural complex of the church is of special scientific concern, due to the fact that the iconostasis of the building destroyed in 1936 has been preserved almost completely (currently represents an iconostasis set). The reconstruction of the carved gilded iconostasis barrier will allow further study of the significant monument of Russian applied art.
Programming Polymer Function via Ring-Opening Polymerization of Peptides
Authors:   , Sbordone Federica
Published: December 2024

This thesis aims to approach the functional potential observed in natural polymers by embedding short sequence defined peptides into the backbone of vinyl polymers in a controlled fashion, thus creating synthetic materials with properties that are encoded in their main chain. To achieve this goal, the first platform technique for the controlled and sequence independent incorporation of peptides into the backbone of vinyl polymers has been established
Imágenes semilla. Arteterapia desde la perspectiva junguiana
Authors: Gómez Uriarte Ana
Published: December 2024

Este artículo propone el marco teórico de la psicología junguiana para iluminar la importancia y profundidad del material simbólico en las imágenes que surgen en el contexto arteterapéutico. C. G. Jung y el desarrollo de sus ideas ha sido, desde los inicios de nuestra profesión, una inspiración constante para la práctica de quienes trabajamos como arteterapeutas. Nos permite acceder a una serie de conceptos y pensamiento que facilitan la comprensión de los procesos creativos, intensamente experienciales e intuitivos. Ser capaz de nombrar los aspectos más intangibles propios del lenguaje artístico, es un gran aporte que nutre nuestra percepción y actitud en el acompañamiento de las personas con quienes trabajamos.
A modo de contextualización, se introduce la influencia histórica del pensamiento junguiano en el arteterapia, la mirada que la psicología analítica tiene sobre la psique y se presenta la definición que da Carl G. Jung al concepto de símbolo y actitud simbólica. Con el apoyo de diversxs autorxs junguianos contemporáneos, se tratará de ampliar estas nociones deteniéndonos en la dimensión emocional de los símbolos y su importante papel en el desarrollo de la psique creativa. Por último se aterrizan estas ideas y se vinculan con la teoría y práctica arteterapéutica, donde la elaboración simbólica es central para generar procesos transformativos a través de las imágenes, mostrando el ejemplo de trabajo a través del objeto encontrado con un grupo de alumnas en contexto universitario.
Sobre la materialidad de los objetos en la arteterapia junguiana: un diálogo fenomenológico-imaginario entre Carl Gustav Jung, James Hillman y Gaston Bachelard
Authors: Oliveira Santina
Published: December 2024

Tomando como base la disertación de la tesis de maestría de la autora, el artículo presenta la noción de materialidad de los objetos en arteterapia, inspirada en la poética de los elementos del filósofo Gastón Bachelard y en el abordaje fenomenológico-imaginario propuesto por James Hillman, autor pos-junguiano, en diálogo con la conceptualización de la imagen mito poética de C. G. Jung, diferenciándola de la imagen sensorio-visual. Propone un abordaje de la arteterapia que se aleja de la interpretación de símbolos o formas finales creadas por el paciente, hacia un acercamiento imaginario del proceso creativo vivido en el taller de arteterapia, con base en el método dialéctico propuesto por Jung para la práctica de la psicoterapia, que incluye al paciente y al terapeuta en un campo de intercambios conscientes e inconscientes. Concluye reflexionando a respecto de la creación de una tríada afectivo-relacional, paciente-objetos / elementos expresivos / arte terapeuta, que va más allá de la relación dual subjetiva paciente-terapeuta, abarcando características mito poéticas de los elementos materiales (tierra, agua, aire y fuego) utilizados en las creaciones, sus posibilidades y efectos desde el contacto manual y concreto hasta las fantasías despertadas por ellos, que influyen en el proceso creativo.
Profesorado universitario e ia: ¿una pareja bien avenida?
Authors: Crespo-González Jorge , Vicente Vicente María José , Saudade Baltazar María , Valmorisco Pizarro Segundo
Published: December 2024

El presente estudio analiza cómo impacta la Inteligencia Artificial en el rol que desempeña el profesorado en el proceso de aprendizaje, a partir de un estudio de percepciones y expectativas realizado sobre alumnado que cursa estudios de Ciencias Sociales durante el curso  2023/2024. Los resultados sugieren que el estudiantado percibe al profesorado como un factor de bloqueo del uso de las aplicaciones de la IA en el aprendizaje. Además, se destacan dos hallazgos importantes: el uso de la IA en las actividades de aprendizaje hace transitar al estudiantado del IA-escepticismo a la IA-filia en pocos meses; y también provoca una nueva paradoja: entre “democratización” de acceso y “elitismo” de explotación y uso de los resultados.
Una nueva fuente de airs y tonos en la Francia de Ana de Austria: el libro de música de Louise de la Font
Authors: Sevilla Francisco Alfonso Valdivia
Published: December 2024

El portal Gallica de la Bibliothèque Nationale de Francia ha dado recientemente a conocer el manuscrito RES VMC MS-155, vinculado a la joven aficionada Louisede la Font, que contiene un importante número de letras de tonos con acompañamiento rasgueado para guitarra. Esta nueva fuente permite avanzar en el estudio del fenómeno del air espagnol con relación a un contexto editorial que favoreció durante la primera mitad del siglo XVII la difusión popular de la monodia, y en particular del tono español, en el país galo. Sus numerosas concordancias y vínculos nos permiten, además, apreciar la naturaleza popular de las composiciones y plantear la reconstrucción de sus melodías ausentes. El artículo se completa con un índice detallado de concordancias de las 82 canciones españolas que contiene este extenso manuscrito ycon la reconstrucción editorial de una pequeña muestra de cinco de ellas que formarán parte de una grabación discográfica.
Checklist of the Cistus L. hybrids occurring in Southern Portugal
Authors: Schwarzer Udo , Schwarzer Claudia
Published: December 2024

Southwest Portugal is rich in Cistus species and its hybrids. A global review of all sixteen Cistus nothotaxa found in Southern Portugal is provided with a nomenclatural update and the typification of previous described nothotaxa (Cistus × daveauanus). A new hybrid is described (C. × aljezurensis nothosp. nov.) relating the introgression between, C. crispus and C. inflatus.
Taxation and Corporate Governance
Authors: Siman Ariel , Avi-Yonah Reuven
Published: December 2024

Legal and economic scholars have examined the intersection between corporate governance and taxation; however, recent legal scholarship has generally focused on the interplay between director compensation, management measures in the face of the market for corporate control, and the double taxation of inter-corporate dividends. Other aspects of the relationship between corporate governance and taxation have received limited attention. This article aims to fill this gap in the literature. First, this paper discusses the corporate agency problem and the existing justifications for the corporate tax. Second, this paper argues that the corporate tax can be justified on the ground that it mitigates the corporate agency problem more effectively and with fewer adverse consequences than alternative taxation systems.