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UTILIZATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN FINANCIAL DECISION-MAKING: ANALYSIS ON MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Authors: Supratikta Hadi , Hasanah Tuti , Dharmaesta Livio Agung
Published: August 2024

Effective and efficient financial decision-making is a crucial element in the success of organizations in today's digital era. This study aims to explore how the utilization of information technology in management information systems (MIS) influences the financial decision-making process within an organization. Researchers analyzed how the integration of information technology in MIS helps financial managers in collecting, managing, and analyzing financial information to support timely and accurate decision-making. This study employed a qualitative descriptive method using secondary data sources collected through a literature review and document analysis. The findings indicate that the application of information technology in MIS has had a positive impact on the financial decision-making process, including increased data accessibility, faster and more accurate analysis, and a better understanding of the organization's financial conditions. The practical implications of these findings include the importance of investing in adequate information technology infrastructure and developing competent human resources in managing management information systems. This study provides significant contributions to our understanding of the role of information technology in enhancing the quality of financial decision-making in a rapidly changing and increasingly complex business environment
Work of Mongolian Artist Purevsukhiin Baigal in the Context of Historicism Issues in Contemporary Art of Mongolia
Authors: Белокурова С.М. , Шишин М.Ю.
Published: August 2024

В статье рассматривается творчество одного из лидеров современного искусства Монголии Пурэвсухийн Байгаль, которая успешно проявила себя в живописи, графике и, защитив диссертацию по искусствоведению, ведет серьезные научные исследования в области культурного наследия. Помимо представления ее жизненного пути и созданных ею графических и живописных циклов, в статье эксплицируется творческий метод художницы, в котором обращение к истории и мифопоэтике монгольских народов играет ведущую роль. Это дает возможность раскрыть художественные образы двух триптихов Байгаль: «Древнее кочевье» (монг. «Эртний нуудэл») и «Связь времен» (монг. «Он цагийн хэлхээс»), находящихся в собрании Государственного художественного музея Алтайского края. Анализируются средства художественной выразительности, используемые художницей, раскрывается основная идея, содержащаяся в работах, рассматривается исторический аспект графического и живописного творчества П. Байгаль. Основой анализа стали базовые категории культуры евразийских кочевников: культурная константа «родина» и мифологема Оленя – Золотые рога.

The article presents the work of one of the leaders in contemporary art in Mongolia, Purevsukhiin Baigal, who has successfully proved herself in painting, graphics and, having defended her thesis on art history, conducts serious scientific research in the field of cultural heritage. In addition to presenting her life path and the detailed graphic and pictorial cycles created, the article explicates a creative method in which the appeal to the history and mythopoetics of the Mongolian peoples plays a leading role. This, in turn, opens up opportunities for revealing the artistic image of two triptychs “Ertniy nuudel” (Mong. – “Ancient nomads’ encampment”) and “On tsagiin khelhees” (Mong. – “Connection of Times”) by the Mongolian artist Purevsukhiin Baigal, the only works in Russia that are kept in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Altai Region. The means of artistic expression used by the artist are analyzed, the main idea of the works is explicated; the historical aspect of P. Baigal’s graphic and pictorial creativity is considered. The analysis was based on the fundamental categories of culture of the Eurasian nomads: the cultural constant “Homeland” and the mythologeme of the Deer – golden horns.
From Orientalism to Re-Orientalism: An Analysis of A Pakistani English Fictional Narrative
Authors:   Air University, Islamabad, Ahmad Sareer , Ahmed Munawar Iqbal ,   Air University, Islamabad
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Re-orientalism refers to the act of representing the Orient by the Orient itself as the 'Other,' a role historically undertaken by Western scholars. This phenomenon is often carried out by diasporic writers who, while residing in the West, portray the dark aspects of their native cultures. Methodology: The study used interpretavist research paradigm as a mode of analyzing the hidden realities in the selected work This paper conducts a close reading of Nadeem Aslam's novel The Wasted Vigil. Results/Findings: The analysis reveals that Aslam presents a skewed image of local culture, both by emphasizing its darker sides and by twisting core cultural concepts to align with his own interests as a comprador writer. This misrepresentation not only distorts the cultural narrative but also reinforces the harmful divide between the global 'centre' and the 'margin.' Future Direction: The study underscores the need for further examination of the role diasporic writers play in cultural representation, particularly in the context of global politics, to mitigate the harm done to the perception of the Orient.
The Relationship between Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Experience and Dental Implant Angulation Accuracy
Authors: Joachim Michael V. , Araidy Shareef , Shemesh Halit , Laviv Amir , Abu EI-Naaj Imad
Published: August 2024

AIM: Dental implant placement requires precise angulation for long-term success and optimal restoration function. Therefore, this study explores the potential association between the experience of oral and maxillofacial surgeons and the accuracy of implant angulation, including its relationship to neighboring teeth and other implants.   
METHODS: This retrospective study included 80 patients involving dental implants, each assessed through postoperative panoramic X-rays. Computer software was employed to measure the angle between the longitudinal axis of the selected implant and adjacent reference points. An angle less than 180° denoted convergence of the implant, while an angle greater than 180° indicated divergence.   
RESULTS: The average angle regarding the implant-tooth relationship on the mesial side was 177.74 ± 6.94 (convergent), while on the distal side, it was 182.39 ± 7.77 (divergent). There were no statistically significant variations in insertion angles between procedures performed by experienced specialists (with over 5 years of expertise) and those performed by residents (with less than 5 years of experience). In comparing implants on the right side of the mouth to those on the left, given that all the surgeons were right-handed, no statistical significance was found for either the mesial reference (177.56 ± 7.44 vs. 178.06 ± 6.04, p = 0.76) or the distal reference (182.01 ± 8.38 vs. 183.15 ± 6.52, p = 0.53). However, a statistically significant difference was identified between the inclinations of implants towards the mesial reference compared to the distal inclinations in both cases (p = 0.005 for the right side and p = 0.004 for the left side).   
CONCLUSIONS: In summary, satisfactory axial relationship in implant placement is effectively attained by both oral and maxillofacial surgery specialists and residents. Notably, implants consistently show a mesial inclination, irrespective of the specific side of the mouth. Additional research is needed to uncover the root cause of this inclination bias, aiming to promote the parallel alignment of implants with reference structures.
Dumping Syndrome after Bariatric Surgery
Authors: Nofal Mohammad , Yousef Ali , Alkhawaldeh Ibraheem , Al-Jafari Mohammad , Zuaiter Saja , Zein Eddin Sadeen
Published: August 2024

Dumping syndrome (DS) is a collection of gastrointestinal (GI) and vasomotor symptoms arising postprandially because of prompt gastric emptying. This can develop due to any changes in gastric anatomy or innervation during esophageal, gastric, or bariatric surgery. Due to the increase in the number of bariatric operations and innovative surgeries performed internationally, bariatric surgery has emerged as the most common cause of this disease entity. 25–50% of all gastric surgery patients experience dumping symptoms after their procedures. Patients who have had Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) are at an extremely high risk (up to 40%) of developing dumping syndrome postoperatively. The goal of this review is to provide an insightful evaluation of the most recent literature on the overlooked scientific and clinical elements of dumping syndrome, such as diagnostic aspects, pathogenesis, terminology, and management. More research is needed to establish guidelines and terms used to properly document and manage dumping syndrome.
Effect of Anatomical Pulmonary Segmentectomy and Lobectomy under Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery on Cardiopulmonary Function and Serum Tumor Markers in Patients with Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Authors: Shi Yiting , Xiao Shuai
Published: August 2024

AIM: In patients with early non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), single-port thoracoscopic anatomical segmentectomy is the primary therapeutic approach. However, the recovery of lung function is slow after operation. Conversely, anatomical segmental pneumonectomy, which excises a smaller volume of lung tissue, may facilitate more rapid functional recovery. This study aims to elucidate the comparative efficacy of these two surgical interventions by analyzing postoperative changes in cardiopulmonary function parameters and serum tumor markers. 
METHODS: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 120 patients with NSCLC between October 2020 and October 2023. The cohort was classified into two groups based on the surgical intervention: the pulmonary segmentectomy group (n = 57), which underwent uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic anatomical pulmonary segmentectomy, and the lobectomy group (n = 63), which received uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic anatomical lobectomy. Surgical parameters and perioperative stress indicators were recorded for both groups of patients. Additionally, cardiopulmonary function indicators and serum biomarker levels of the patients before and 3 months after operation were compared. 
RESULTS: The operation time of the segmentectomy group was longer than that of the lobectomy group, the intraoperative blood loss was higher, and the postoperative hospital stay, chest drainage volume and drainage tube indwelling time were shorter (p < 0.001). After treatment, forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1), forced vital capacity (FVC), FEV1/FVC and maximal voluntary ventilation (MVV) in the segmentectomy group were higher than those in the lobectomy group (p < 0.001). After treatment, stroke volume (SV) and left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) in the segmentectomy group were higher than those in the lobectomy group (p < 0.001). There were no significant differences in carbohydrate antigen 50 (CA50), carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and cytokeratin 19 fragment antigen 21-1 (CYFRA21-1) levels between the two groups after treatment (p > 0.05). The levels of Epinephrine (E), Noradrenaline (NE) and Cortisol (Cor) in the segmentectomy group were lower than those in the lobectomy group at one day after operation (p < 0.001). 
CONCLUSIONS: Compared to uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic anatomical lobectomy, anatomical pulmonary segmentectomy for the treatment of NSCLC is more effective in reducing surgical-induced damage to cardiopulmonary function and can lower perioperative oxidative stress response. However, both surgical approaches exhibit minimal impact on serum tumor marker levels.
Effect of Modified Miccoli's Thyroidectomy on Post-Operative Stress Responses and Quality of Life in Patients with Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
Authors: Huang Liang , Zhao Xueyun , Lai Yanmei
Published: August 2024

AIM: Differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) is a type of thyroid cancer with rapid progression and poor prognosis, and effective clinical treatment is of great significance in safeguarding the prognostic health of patients. Therefore, we assessed the effect of modified Miccoli's thyroidectomy on stress responses and quality of life in DTC patients, aiming to provide a more comprehensive reference for future DTC treatment. 
METHODS: This study retrospectively analyzed 100 DTC patients admitted to our hospital from January 2023 to December 2023. Study participants were divided into two groups: The research group (n = 57) receiving modified Miccoli's thyroidectomy and the control group (n = 43) receiving routine open thyroidectomy. Surgical indexes (incision length, operative time, intraoperative bleeding, and the number of lymph nodes dissected) and post-operative indexes (post-operative pain, drainage volume, and hospitalization time) were comparatively assessed between the two experimental groups. Furthermore, stress response-associated indexes and immune function were evaluated before and after surgery. Additionally, the post-operative quality of life was investigated in both experimental groups. 
RESULTS: The research group showed higher operative time but smaller incision length, less intraoperative bleeding, lower post-operative pain scores, less drainage volume, and shorter hospitalization time than the control group (p < 0.05). Furthermore, we observed reduced post-operative stress responses, better immune function, and higher quality of life scores in the research group compared to the control group (p < 0.05). 
CONCLUSIONS: Modified Miccoli's thyroidectomy can effectively alleviate post-operative stress responses in DTC patients and promote their post-operative rehabilitation and quality of life.
Diagnostic Efficacy of Type B Vessels in the Japan Esophageal Society Classification for the Depth of Invasion of Superficial Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Authors: Zhang Siyue , Pan Hanchao , Liu Haoran , Lu Yongda , Han Zhibin , Li Rui
Published: August 2024

AIM: The preoperative diagnostic method for superficial esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SESCC) invasion depth based on the Japan Esophageal Society (JES) classification has been promoted. However, there have been a few investigations into its diagnostic performance in clinical settings. Therefore, we aimed to elucidate the actual diagnostic performance of the JES classification using a single-center retrospective study design. 
METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 315 newly diagnosed SESCC patients who underwent narrow-band imaging magnifying endoscopy (NBI-ME) examination and received endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) or esophagectomy in our center during the past 5 years. To evaluate the diagnostic performance of JES classification in assessing the depth of invasion of SESCC, clinical data of these patients were collected, and the concordance between NBI-ME findings and postoperative pathology reports was analyzed. 
RESULTS: This study included a total of 338 lesions. The diagnostic accuracy of vascular morphology was 76.0%. The sensitivity (87.0%) and positive predictive value (PPV, 85.4%) of B1 vessels were high, but the specificity (42.0%) and negative predictive value (NPV, 45.3%) were low. The specificity (86.9% and 98.8%) and NPVs (87.5% and 96.8%) of B2 and B3 vessels were high, but the sensitivity (36.4% and 21.4%) and PPVs (35.1% and 42.9%) ware low. Furthermore, only a few lesions (n = 57) described avascular area, but the overall diagnostic accuracy was not ideal (21.1%). However, if lesions invading the superficial submucosa or shallower were included in the category of “suitable for ESD”, the overall accuracy of the JES classification was found to be 95.6%. 
CONCLUSIONS: In actual clinical settings, the overall accuracy of the JES classification system decreases, but the diagnostic performance of each subtype retains its original characteristics. Additionally, this classification is appropriate for determining whether type 0-II SESCC lesions are suitable for ESD.
Analysis of Factors Affecting Range of Motion Loss after Elbow Joint Release Surgery in Elderly Patients with Traumatic Elbow Stiffness
Authors: Zhang Lipeng , Qu Fufeng , Zhao Xudong
Published: August 2024

AIM: Elbow joint release surgery is commonly used to treat elbow joint stiffness. Though it can restore elbow joint mobility, some patients may still experience range of motion (ROM) loss after surgery. Therefore, this study aims to explore the factors influencing ROM loss after elbow joint release surgery in elderly patients with traumatic elbow stiffness. 
METHODS: This retrospective study included 122 elderly patients with traumatic elbow stiffness who underwent elbow joint release surgery at Hanzhong Central Hospital from January 2023 to April 2024. The patients with range of motion loss were included in the observation group (n = 41), and those without range of motion loss were placed in the control group (n = 81). The general data of the two groups were compared, and Logistic regression analysis was performed to identify factors influencing the loss of ROM after elbow joint release surgery in elderly patients with traumatic elbow stiffness. A risk prediction model was also established based on the identified risk factors. 
RESULTS: Multivariate Logistic regression analysis unveiled that high-energy injury (odds ratio (OR) = 4.632, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.363∼15.737), open injury (OR = 3.967, 95% CI = 1.308∼12.029), passive rehabilitation method (OR = 10.115, 95% CI = 1.113∼91.924), injury-to-release surgery time of ≥6 months (OR = 5.983, 95% CI = 1.677∼21.350), heterotopic ossification traumatic factors (OR = 5.409, 95% CI = 1.316∼22.224), and complex elbow joint damage (OR = 5.658, 95% CI = 1.457∼21.962) were all independent risk factors for ROM loss following elbow joint release surgery in elderly patients with traumatic elbow stiffness (p < 0.05). A risk prediction model was developed based on these factors, indicating a predictive sensitivity of 73.17%, a specificity of 69.14%, and an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.767. 
CONCLUSIONS: Clinically, the independent risk factors identified in this study should be closely monitored. Furthermore, treatment should be tailored based on the specific conditions of the patient, and high-risk factors should be effectively controlled to reduce the risk of ROM loss after elbow joint release surgery in traumatic elbow joint stiffness elderly patients.
Cultural Influence on Sustainability Discourse: A Comparative Analysis of CEO Letters in the Cosmetics and Fashion Industry
Authors: Pálffy Zsuzsanna , Mihályka Lívia Ablonczy-
Published: August 2024

The national cultural background of a company's founders and managers significantly influences corporate culture and communication. Over the past two decades, the link between culture and sustainability practices has been demonstrated, including how sustainability embeddedness is reflected in CEO letters. This study examines if companies in the cosmetics and fashion industries reveal cultural influences on sustainability in their CEO letters. These letters, the most influential part of annual reports, convey the CEO's vision, operations, and performance. Using quantitative and qualitative content analysis, the research investigates whether national culture influences the content of CEO letters by analysing letters from 15 companies across 10 countries. The study found no statistically significant correlation between Hofstede's cultural dimensions and sustainability narratives in CEO letters. However, feminine cultures tend to have stronger sustainability orientations. These findings suggest that companies should adapt their sustainability communication to align with local cultural values, thereby enhancing stakeholder engagement, particularly for multinational beauty and fashion companies.
Mapping the Career Maturity of Vocational High School (SMK) Students in Singaraja-Indonesia
Authors: Dantes Kadek Rihendra
Published: August 2024

This research is descriptive quantitative research that aims to map career maturity in Vocational High School (SMK) students in Singaraja City. The data collection method used is a career maturity questionnaire designed in the form of a Google Form so that it can be shared with students online. The data analysis used is a descriptive data analysis of categories to be able to map students in a number of career maturity categories, namely high, medium, and low. The respondents in the study were 382 students. The results showed that the student's career maturity level was moderate with a percentage of 72.09%. In addition, it is seen from the side of (1) knowledge about talents, interests, potentials, and personalities (knowledge of self) with the highest score of 56% in the low category, (2) effective decision making skills with the highest percentage of 55% in the medium category, (3) collect career information with the highest percentage of 75% in the low category, (4) have knowledge of career of interest (integration of knowledge about self and about career) with the highest percentage of 54.8% in the low category, (5) knowing about how to succeed in a career (integration of knowledge about self and about career) with the highest percentage of 48.8 in the high category, and (6) compiling clear steps to achieve career (career planning) with the highest percentage of 49% in the medium category.
The Reality of Using Cloud Computing in Information and Record Management in Oman
Authors: Elsawy Elsayed Salah
Published: August 2024

The aim of this study is to explore the main applications of cloud computing in records management and to understand the views of records managers on the use of these applications in Omani institutions. It aims to identify the benefits, potential challenges, and the proposed solutions associated with the implementation of cloud computing in records management. The study used the descriptive analytical approach and conducted surveys to collect data on the use of cloud computing applications to manage, store, and access records in Omani institutions. The study included the views of 105 records managers from 32 Omani institutions, including ministries, universities, and authorities. In addition, a focus group was formed consisting of 9 participants from various records departments in various Omani institutions, such as the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, the Ministry of Finance, the Oman Oil Development Company, the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, and others. The study found that the majority of records managers prefer that organizations provide cloud computing services themselves. The cloud applications most used among participants were email services, Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and Dropbox. The main record-related activities included exchanging records with other organizations, storing and archiving records, sharing files within departments, and email management. Records managers emphasized the need for training programs to enhance their skills in electronic archiving, cloud computing, and modern record management techniques. The study recommends raising awareness among relevant stakeholders, including records management professionals and organizational leaders, about cloud-based record management systems and their potential to improve efficiency. Additionally, it suggests aligning cloud solutions with Omani regulations concerning data protection and record retention. The study also recommends providing financial and technical support to records departments in institutions for the implementation of best practices in cloud-based record management systems, as these systems rely on information and communication technologies.
Pengaruh Variasi Pakan Bekatul Suplementasi Daun Pepaya (Carica papaya L.) terhadap Berat Badan dan Karakteristik Ukuran Tubuh Ayam (Gallus domesticus)
Authors: Cindyana Putri Puspita Hapsari  , Baskoro Adi Prayitno  , Meti Indrowati
Published: August 2024

This study evaluated the impact of papaya leaf (Carica papaya L.) supplementation in bran feed on body weight and body size of chickens (Gallus domesticus). Three groups of chickens were fed with papaya leaf flour supplementation to see the efficiency on chicken growth. This study was conducted for 28 days at the "Rinael Farm" Farm, Pulerejo Village, Manggis, Mojosongo, Boyolali, Central Java. This study was implemented through an experimental method with a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) design that included three treatments and three repetitions: P0 (no supplementation), P1 (10% supplementation), and P2 (20% supplementation). The results of the study proved that 10% and 20% papaya leaf supplementation did not have a significant effect on chicken weight (P> 0.05). However, papaya leaf supplementation had a significant impact on the characteristics of chicken body size, with a p value <0.001. Papaya leaf supplementation increased chicken body size, with group P1 experiencing the most significant and consistent increase, while group P2 showed greater variation in growth. Supplementation with 10% papaya leaves (P1) proved to be the most effective in increasing chicken growth efficiency.
ФОРМАЛЬНО-СТИЛИСТИЧЕСКИЙ АНАЛИЗ В КОНТЕКСТЕ ИЗУЧЕНИЯ ЛИТЕРАТУРНОГО ВЛИЯНИЯ
Authors: Исмаилова Хурлиман
Published: August 2024

The article examines the problem of literary influence through the prism of formal stylistic analysis, examines the influence of the work of Mikhail Sholokhov, as well as world literature on the progress of Uzbek literature of the 20th century, using the example of style, genre and form, as well as genre-compositional integrity.
PENGARUH MEDIA TANAM TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN BIBIT MERBAU (Intsia bijuga) DI PERSEMAIAN JURUSAN KEHUTANAN, FAKULTAS PERTANIAN UNIVERSITAS PATTIMURA
Authors: Komala Vilda , Siahaya Ludia , Tetelay Febian
Published: August 2024

Merbau (Intsia bijuga) is a particularly good kind of timber found in the Indonesian forest and is of high economic value. They grow in the primary forests of dry land and where water is not or at times flooded, upon sandy or rocky soil, on a flat or inclined field. The most developed techniques of cultivation were with crop media. The growth of pepper seedlings is good and productive if the growing media is also supportive. The purpose of this study is to know how a growing media can affect the growth of a ripe seed. The study was conducted in the forestry department, the school of agriculture at the university of pattimura in April 2024. The design used in this study is a complete random (ral), a land media factor (m) of 4 degrees of m0 = earth (control), m1 = ground + chaff + chicken coop (1:1:2), m2 = ground The impact of planting is very real to high, and the number of ripe seed leaves is palpable, but not real to the diameter and percentage of living seeds. A mixture of soil, charcoal chaff, and manure for 1:1:2 May be the best medium to help support the growth of the smelling seed.
UMA CRÍTICA À TOLERÂNCIA MÚTUA PROPOSTA POR STEVEN LEVITSKY E DANIEL ZIBLATT EM SITUAÇÕES DE CRISES DEMOCRÁTICAS
Authors: Pinheiro Igor Vieira
Published: August 2024

This scientific article aims to critically reflect on mutual tolerance, advocated by Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt, as one of the necessary measures to overcome democratic crises, generally arising from the demonization of political pluralism and the persecution of those who think differently, who are treated as enemies of the Nation. This reflection does not seek to diminish or directly confront the famous work “How Democracies Die” by the aforementioned authors, but only to delve deeper into the field of tolerance in direct collision with the self-preservation of democracy. As a methodology, the research was conducted through a qualitative approach of a descriptive nature, involving bibliographic research of works related to the subject, as well as scientific works related to tolerance. As a result of the research, the finding, in the books and works analyzed, of a clear need not to tolerate everything. In the name of tolerance and its outcome – freedom of expression – xenophobic, homophobic, racist, sexist and even fascist groups organize themselves and find political legitimacy to exercise and foment their hatred, putting democracy and its values of diversity and coexistence of differences at risk.
Hubungan Pemahaman Program UKS dan Peran Guru terhadap perilaku hidup sehat di Kecamatan Tandun
Authors: Rahmi Fitria  , Handayani Eka Yuli , Junita Elvira
Published: August 2024

Education and health are interconnected, in school, children need optimal health status to be able to follow lessons and concentrate well. Based on (UU) No. 2 of 1989, it is explained that education is a conscious and planned effort to create a learning atmosphere and teaching and learning process that is appropriate to activate the potential of children who have a spiritual, religious spirit, self-control and health. The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between understanding the UKS program and the role of PAUD teachers on healthy living behavior in Tandun District. The design of this research is a correlation with a cross sectional design. The total sample was 28 people determined using the saturated sampling method. The independent variable is the provision of lavender aromatherapy and the dependent variable is labor pain. The test results obtained a value of p=0.03, meaning there is a significant relationship between UKS's understanding of healthy living behavior and the statistical test results obtained a value of p=0.02, meaning there is a significant relationship between the role of teachers towards healthy living behavior. The conclusion of this research is that understanding UKS and the role of PAUD teachers is significantly related to students' healthy living behavior at school. The role of PAUD teachers in this case includes choosing nutritious food, reminding children to always maintain personal and environmental cleanliness, prohibiting the consumption of dangerous substances such as cigarettes and alcohol, and also reminding and encouraging them to do morning exercise at school.
The Role of CSR in Enhancing Brand Reputation and Consumer Trust
Authors:   Generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by OpenAI, .openai.com chatgpt , Jahan Nusrat ,   Bangladesh University of Professionals
Published: August 2024

Social media has become an undeniable force in shaping modern society. This research paper delves into the multifaceted impact of social media platforms on how we connect, communicate, and experience the world around us. We will conduct a comprehensive literature review to understand existing research on the topic. Following a mixed-method approach, the study will gather quantitative data through surveys and analyze qualitative data from focus groups to explore both the positive and negative consequences of social media use. The analysis will examine how social media fosters global connections, facilitates information sharing, and empowers individuals. However, it will also critically analyze the spread of misinformation, the rise of echo chambers, and the potential for addiction and mental health issues. Finally, the discussion will explore potential solutions and responsible use strategies to maximize the positive impacts of social media while mitigating the negative ones.
Charting the Virtual Horizon: Trends of the Metaverse in Business and Management
Authors:   Generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by OpenAI, .openai.com chatgpt , Zobayer Abu ,   Senior Executive, Amtex, Bangladesh
Published: August 2024

The metaverse represents a rapidly evolving frontier in digital transformation, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation in business and management. This paper explores current trends in the metaverse, analyzing its impact on various business sectors and management practices. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature and emerging case studies, this research identifies key trends, technological advancements, and strategic implications of the metaverse. The findings highlight the potential of the metaverse to revolutionize customer engagement, collaboration, and value creation, while also addressing challenges related to governance, security, and digital ethics.
Insights into Organizational Change Dynamics in Higher Education Institutions
Authors: BULAT Cristina Ionela , ROMAN Cristina Teodora , MANOLESCU Irina Teodora
Published: August 2024

The research aims to investigate the dynamics of organizational change within a higher education institution. The assessment focuses on main areas such as quality of change communication, levels of participation, top management attitudes toward change, supervisor support, trust in leadership, politicking behaviors, cohesion within institution members, and scrutinizing the emotional, cognitive, and intentional readiness for change. The study, which was conducted at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, focused on higher institution professors as respondents. Using Google Forms for data collection, insights were gathered with an adapted survey instrument (Bouckenooghe, Devos and Van den Broeck, 2008) that served as a validated instrument to assess the organizational climate of change initiatives, considering key factors such as leadership support and communication effectiveness. Using this methodology, we aimed to understand the dynamics of successful change implementation and identify the change readiness within the institution. The findings hold implications for higher education institutions seeking to refine their strategies for managing change, fostering a collaborative culture, and effectively engaging institution members in the intricate process of organizational change.
Analyzing Knowledge Management Practices for Sustainable Business: a Bibliometric Approach
Authors: BASTIDAS Renny , MÁTÉ Domicián , SZŰCS Edit
Published: August 2024

This research delves into the intersection between knowledge management and sustainability, addressing the growing interest in this area. A comprehensive bibliometric review is conducted, analyzing 1100 peer-reviewed journal articles published between 1995 and 2023. The study explores various research constituents and uncovers underlying themes that shape the field. The findings reveal diverse foundational and thematic clusters, such as informed sustainability practice and ecological knowledge, which drive knowledge creation and innovation. These clusters intersect, highlighting the multifaceted role of knowledge management in advancing sustainability. The study concludes by proposing a new theoretical framework to encapsulate current understanding and guide further exploration, emphasizing the need for continued innovation to tackle the complex sustainability challenges organizations and society face.
Sangramento uterino anormal: um relato de caso
Authors: Do Rosário Carolina Cassiano , Fagundes Amanda Martins , Avelar Luiza Magalhães , De Jesus Lara Souza Pêgo , Costa Carla Gabriela , De Bessa Alice Brina Marques , Gonçalves Luciana Drey , Provenzani Ana Paula Botrel , Moreira Anne Karolyne Caldeira , Guimarães Nara Márcia Amaro Domingos , Privado Ricardo Jardim Taveira , Ferraz Daniel Oliveira Mendes , Ferreira Rayne Curto Nascimento
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Relatar o caso de uma paciente portadora de Sangramento Uterino Anormal (SUA), cuja ocorrência é considerada como queixa comum de mulheres na Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS) e representa um problema de saúde pública. Método: As informações foram obtidas por meio de revisão do prontuário, entrevista com a paciente, registro fotográfico dos métodos diagnósticos aos quais a paciente foi submetida e revisão da literatura. Considerações finais: O caso relatado e publicações levantadas trazem à luz a discussão da terapêutica de uma situação recorrente que é o Sangramento Uterino Anormal e evidenciam que, a anamnese, exame físico detalhado e faixa etária são essenciais para guiar as causas do SUA, que quando bem executados, são capazes de obter resultados satisfatórios e duradouros no que diz respeito ao alívio sintomático e melhoria da qualidade de vida.
Analisis Implementasi Prinsip Etika Bisnis Islam Dikalangan Pedagang Muslim(Studi Pada Pasar Tradisional Porong Kabupaten Sidoarjo)
Authors: Natasha Samantha  , Norma Rosyidah
Published: August 2024

Islam menganjurkan umatnya untuk berbisnis ataupun berdagang namun tetap dengan memperhatikan prinsip dan etika bisnis Islam dalam melakukannya. Seiring berjalannya waktu, berkembangnya perekonomian, menyebabkan meningkat pula persaingan bisnis. Hal tersebut menimbulkan lahirnya oknum oknum pedagang nakal yang menghalalkan segala cara untuk memperoleh keuntungan, dengan melanggar prinsip dan etika bisnis Islam. penelitian ini dilakukan guna mengetahui bagaimana pemahaman pedagang pada pasar tradisional Porong Sidoarjo, mengenai etika bisnis Islam serta Implementasinya dalam kegiatan berdagang sehari hari. Peneliti menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Data diperoleh melalui observasi lapangan serta wawancara. Hasil penelitian didapatkan bahwa para pedagang telah mengimplementasikan prinsip dan etika bisnis Islam dalam kegiatan berdagang sehari hari yang meliputi, jujur dan adil dalam menetapkan harga, transparan dalam hal timbangan, melayani dengan baik, sabar dan ramah. Hingga bertanggung jawab dalam hal kualitas produk. Meski dalam hal pemahaman para pedagang masih kurang memahami secara spesifik mengenai prinsip dan etika bisnis Islam.
Residuos, desperdicios y subproductos. Importancia económica y social, y repercusión medioambiental
Authors: Cartay Rafael , Intriago-Valarezo Rodrigo , Ordóñez-Piedra Juan Carlos , Varela-Quintero Adriana E.
Published: August 2024

Uno de los mayores problemas a escala planetaria en la actualidad es el mal uso de los recursos naturales, la exagerada generación de residuos en la actividad agropecuaria y su inadecuada disposición, lo que acrecienta la contaminación ambiental, altera el equilibrio de los ecosistemas naturales, y ocasiona grandes pérdidas de alimentos en un mundo que conoce gravísimos niveles de inseguridad alimentaria y hambrunas recurrentes. En este artículo de revisión bibliográfica distinguimos con claridad las definiciones de residuos, desperdicios o desechos, y de subproductos, así como su importancia económica y sus consecuencias negativas sobre el medio ambiente y el bienestar social. Revisamos, además, las distintas estrategias aplicadas en el mundo actual para reducir los impactos de la actividad agrícola en el medio ambiente, empleando una perspectiva vinculada con los postulados de la economía circular o economía ecológica.
HAAH Is a Potential Diagnostic Biomarker for Esophageal Carcinoma
Authors: He Yihao , Qiu Yu
Published: August 2024

The human aspartyl-asparaginyl-β-hydroxylase (HAAH) is typically overexpressed in various types of cancer but remains undetectable or expressed at very low levels in most normal mature tissues. This suggests that HAAH could serve as a potential biomarker for cancer diagnosis. In this study, we examined 23 esophageal carcinoma tissues and 23 adjacent non-tumor tissues using semi-quantitative RT-PCR to detect HAAH mRNA expression. Our findings revealed that HAAH mRNA expression was detectable in all 23 esophageal cancer specimens (100%), while it was absent in 4 adjacent non-tumor tissue samples. Furthermore, HAAH was overexpressed in 17 esophageal carcinoma specimens (73.9%), compared to only 3 normal non-tumor tissue specimens (13%). These results strongly suggest that the HAAH gene is frequently overexpressed in esophageal carcinoma, providing support for its potential as a diagnostic marker for this condition.
Recognizing, experiencing, defining resistance. Empirical approaches to a pedagogically relevant concept
Authors: Penzold Michael
Published: August 2024

In Paulo Freire's Pedagogy of Liberation, the often underestimated concept of resistance is already significant in terms of argumentation. Based on this, this essay asks the question of the extent to which this concept can be reclaimed for pedagogical discussion under today's conditions. On the basis of an empirical survey of student teachers at a German university, the thesis is first put forward that the concept of resistance today is multidimensional and emotionally charged in a way that goes beyond Freire. Based on this, the categorical analysis of the students' statements opens up the field for further pedagogically relevant references to the understanding of the concept of resistance and its dimensions. As a result, resistant action and thinking as a form of learning comes into view again today.
Evaluation of Dynamics of Non-Scattering States in Nanophotonics
Authors:   , Redka Dimitrii
Published: August 2024

The Thesis focuses on studying new optical effects in the challenging subfield of ultrafast subwavelength optics. However, the specific subfield, namely transient optics of the non-scattering regimes, has not been developed yet and represents a vast field of activity. The Thesis is aimed at fundamental research in a new area and implementing fundamental models of new devices based on the results obtained. Within the Thesis framework, models have been developed, and prototypes of new ultra-thin planar photonic elements, such as ultra-thin repetition rate multipliers, light filters, beam modulators, etc., have been implemented. These elements are designed for femtosecond optics and have dual-use applications for both short pulses and continuous irradiation.
Amorphous Calcium Phosphates and Their Nanocomposites
Authors:   , Indurkar Abhishek Rajesh
Published: August 2024

The primary goal of the Thesis was to develop a wet chemical synthesis route for the synthesis of SOM-containing ACP and analyse the impact of SOM on ACP’s physiochemical properties (particle size, morphology, true density, specific surface area, and transformation kinetics) and cytocompatibility. Synthetic SOM-containing ACPs were used as inorganic fillers in an organic matrix to develop nanocomposite scaffolds. All the synthesized ACPs and their nanocomposite bioink, SN, and DN hydrogels demonstrate cytocompatibility, suggesting their potential use in bone tissue regeneration applications.
μGUIDE: a framework for quantitative imaging via generalized uncertainty-driven inference using deep learning
Authors: Jallais Maëliss , Palombo Marco
Published: August 2024

This work proposes μGUIDE: a general Bayesian framework to estimate posterior distributions of tissue microstructure parameters from any given biophysical model or signal representation, with exemplar demonstration in diffusion-weighted MRI. Harnessing a new deep learning architecture for automatic signal feature selection combined with simulationbased inference and efficient sampling of the posterior distributions, μGUIDE bypasses the high computational and time cost of conventional Bayesian approaches and does not rely on acquisition constraints to define model-specific summary statistics. The obtained posterior distributions allow to highlight degeneracies present in the model definition and quantify the uncertainty and ambiguity of the estimated parameters.
Zebrafish live imaging reveals only around 2% rather than 50% of motor neurons die through apoptosis during development
Authors: Jia Hao , Yang Hongmei , Luo Kathy Qian
Published: August 2024

It is widely accepted that neurons will die through apoptosis if they cannot receive enough growth factors during development of vertebrates; however, there is still no real-time observation showing this dying process in live animals. Here, we generated sensor zebrafish achieving live imaging of motor neuron apoptosis at single-cell resolution. Using these sensor zebrafish, we observed for the first time that in an apoptotic motor neuron, caspase-3 activation occurred quickly within 5-6 min and at the same time between the cell body and axon. Interestingly, we found that only around 2% of motor neurons died during zebrafish development, which is much lower than the generally believed 50% cell death occurred in embryonic stage of vertebrates. Our data also showed that most of the apoptotic bodies of these dead motor neurons were not cleared by macrophages. These sensor zebrafish can serve as powerful tools to study motor neuron apoptosis
in vivo
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Associative plasticity of granule cell inputs to cerebellar Purkinje cells
Authors: Conti Rossella , Auger Céline
Published: August 2024

Granule cells of the cerebellum make up to 175 000 excitatory synapses on a single Purkinje cell, encoding the wide variety of information from the mossy fibre inputs into the cerebellar cortex. The granule cell axon is made of an ascending portion and a long parallel fibre extending at right angles, an architecture suggesting that synapses formed by the two segments of the axon could encode different information. There are controversial indications that ascending axon (AA) and parallel fibre (PF) synapse properties and modalities of plasticity are different. We tested the hypothesis that AA and PF synapses encode different information, and that association of these distinct inputs to Purkinje cells might be relevant to the circuit and trigger plasticity, similarly to the coincident activation of PF and climbing fibre inputs. Here, by recording synaptic currents in Purkinje cells from either proximal or distal granule cells (mostly AA and PF synapses respectively), we describe a new form of associative plasticity between these two distinct granule cell inputs. We show for the first time that synchronous AA and PF repetitive train stimulation, with inhibition intact, triggers long term potentiation (LTP) at AA synapses specifically. Furthermore, the timing of presentation of the two inputs controls the outcome of plasticity and induction requires NMDAR and mGluR1 activation. The long length of the PFs allows us to preferentially activate the two inputs independently, and despite a lack of morphological reconstruction of the connections, these observations reinforce the suggestion that AA and PF synapses have different coding capabilities and plasticity that is associative, enabling effective association of information transmitted via granule cells.
Folklor musical e identidad chilena en La Araucanía Tradición, Hegemonía y Modernidad
Authors: Díaz Acevedo Raul Alberto
Published: August 2024

Reseña del libro "Folklor musical e identidad chilena en La Araucanía Tradición, Hegemonía y Modernidad"
Review of An Unholy Brew: Alcohol in Indian History and Religions.
Authors: Benn James A.
Published: August 2024

An Unholy Brew: Alcohol in Indian History and Religions. By James McHugh. New York: Oxford
University Press, 2021. Pp. 403 + xii. $43.99.
Unknown Like Ḹ
Authors: Buchta David
Published: August 2024

Beginning with Rūpa Gosvāmin (late fifteenth century–1564), at least four poets composed poems in the Sanskrit virudāvalī genre that included akṣamayī kalikās, rhythmic compositions wherein each successive segment begins with the letters of the Sanskrit varṇakrama, from a to kṣa, in sequence. The fact that a number of the letters of the varṇakrama rarely or never occur in word-initial position, including the nasals ṅa, ña, and ṇa, the retroflex consonants, the aspirated consonants jha and tha, the anusvāra and visarga, and the vowels ṝ, ḷ, and especially ḹ, creates potential obstacles in the composition of such poems. This paper examines the four known works with these “alphabet poems,” and identifies six strategies that the poets employed in coining epithets beginning with such challenging letters: 1) the use of ekākṣarakoṣas, dictionaries of single-letter words, 2) reference to the shapes of the written letter, 3) onomatopoeia, 4) grammatical derivations, 5) fictitious sandhi-based back-derivations, and 6) metalinguistic puns. The paper thus argues that the difficulty these letters present was, for these poets, a desirable feature of this structure, allowing them to display their learning, whether in service of a royal patron or in a context of Vaiṣṇava devotion.