bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Influence Of Competence And Accountability On The Performance Of Village Employees Is Mediated By Organizational Commitment In Serang Baru District, Bekasi Regency
Authors: Arsita Sintia , Rezeki Fitri , Setyaningrum Retno Purwani
Published: July 2024

Village community empowerment aims to enable villages to carry out joint actions as a unit of village governance. The unity of governance of village community institutions and customary institutions, as well as the unity of economic and environmental governance. This breakthrough makes the village the spearhead of development that has autonomy to prosper its people with the enactment of village autonomy. Villages can organize government independently based on, by and for the people. The purpose of this study is to determine the influence of competence, performance and community participation on the performance of village apparatus and whether organizational commitment can mediate competence and accountability to performance in Serang Baru District, Bekasi Regency. This research method is quantitative by distributing questionnaires and the results are processed using SmartPLS 3.0. The results of the study are that competence and accountability respectively have a significant effect on performance. Organizational commitment is able to mediate between the influence of competence on performance and accountability on performance.
PEMANFAATAN SOCIAL COMMERCE DALAM MEMBANTU AKTIVITAS BISNIS BAGI IBU RUMAH TANGGA
Authors: Rifqi Lathif Hanafir , Nihayah Ana Zahrotun
Published: July 2024

Ibu rumah tangga memiliki potensi lebih untuk meningkatkan perekonomian rumah tangga. Ibu rumah tangga dapat melakukan aktivitas bisnis dari rumah disamping masih tetap menjalankan aktivitas kerumahtanggaan. Kecanggihan teknologi sangat membantu untuk memanfaatkan potensi tersebut. Aplikasi social media tidak hanya terbatas pada fungsi interaksi sosial semata. Media sosial juga dapat digunakan untuk aktivitas bisnis sehingga familiar disebut dengan social commerce. Secara metodologis ilmiah, kegiatan dilakukan dengan pendekatan service learning. Kegiatan dilaksanakan melalui webinar. Tahapan kegiatan secara garis besar dibagi menjadi tiga yaitu pra kegiatan, kegiatan utama dan evaluasi. Pra kegiatan terdiri dari pembuatan materi, penentuan jadwal, dan publikasi peserta. Sementara kegiatan utama meliputi pembukaan, pemaparan materi, diskusi dan praktik pemanfaatan social commerce. Evaluasi dilakukan dengan  mengukur (mengoreksi) tingkat keberhasilan peserta dalam membuat contoh pemanfaatan social commerce. Substansi materi secara garis besar memaparkan strategi memanfaatkan media sosial untuk kegiatan bisnis (komersil). Ada tiga strategi yang dapat dilaksanakan yaitu pengenalan terhadap target audiens, pembuatan konten yang menarik, keaktifan interaksi dengan audiens. Hasil pelatihan menunjukkan bahwa 100% peserta dapat mempraktikkan dalam membuat contoh memanfaatkan social commerce melalui akun social media masing-masing. Hasil yang diperoleh menunjukkan kontribusi pelatihan (pengabdian) dalam meningkatkan kompetensi peserta dalam mengoptimalkan social commerce dalam bianis yang telah atau akan dijalani.
EDUKASI TENTANG PENCEGAHAN PENULARAN TB PADA ANAK DENGAN SI “COMEL”
Authors: Rahmawati Nadia , Yulanda Nita Arisanti , Ligita Titan , Heriye  , Ghifari M. Ikhsan , Puspita Annisa Mega , Aliviah
Published: July 2024

TB paru merupakan salah satu penyebab kesakitan dan kematian yang sering terjadi pada anak. Salah satu penyebab TB anak adalah status gizi. Status gizi yang buruk membuat imunitas anak rentan sehingga dapat terserang TB paru. Pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pengetahuan pada anak-anak untuk memutus mata rantai penularan penyakit menular, agar anak-anak Indonesia menjadi anak-anak yang sehat dan berkualitas di masa depan. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan pada bulan Maret 2023. Partisipan dalam kegiatan ini berjumlah 46 siswa/i kelas 6 di SDN 72 Pontianak Barat dalam Wilayah kerja Puskesmas Perumnas II. Adapun teknik yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini dengan metode ceramah, menampilkan video yang telah dibuat, diskusi dan demonstrasi. Materi dalam kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini meliputi perilaku dalam mencegah penularan TB seperti cuci tangan pakai sabun, olahraga yang teratur, makan-makanan yang bergizi, etika bersin dan batuk, serta lindungi diri dengan menggunakan masker. Sebelum diberikan materi, partisipan diharuskan mengisi kuesioner yang terdiri dari identitas berupa nama, jenis kelamin, usia serta kuesioner terkait perilaku dalam mencegah penularan TB. Berdasarkan hasil pengisian kuesioner perilaku pencegahan penularan TB ada 5 indikator yaitu mencuci tangan pakai sabun sebesar 69,50% menjawab kadang-kadang, olahraga yang teratur 78,26% menjawab selalu, makan makanan yang bergizi 69,50% menjawab kadang-kadang, etika bersin dan batuk 60,86% menjawab selalu, serta lindungi diri dengan menggunakan masker 80,43% menjawab selalu. Sehingga dengan adanya edukasi tentang pencegahan penularan TB Paru ini dapat terjadi perubahan sikap atau perilaku siswa/i dalam mencegah dan meminimalisir kejadian TB Paru pada anak.
Prevention of central venous line associated bloodstream infections- A literature review
Authors: Kashif Khan  , Tariq Ali
Published: July 2024

Hospital-acquired infections, particularly Central Venous Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs), are a noteworthy concern in intensive care units (ICUs). CLABSIs not only extend hospital stays but also increase healthcare costs and pose serious threats to patients' well-being. This narrative literature review explores the evidence-based strategies for the prevention of CLABSIs in critical care settings. It emphasizes the importance of proper infection control measures, such as hand hygiene, maximal barrier precautions, and chlorhexidine skin preparation, to reduce the risk of infection. The choice of catheter insertion site, duration of catheter use, and nurse-patient ratios are also discussed as crucial factors in CLABSI prevention. Additionally, post-insertion care, including daily bathing with chlorhexidine, catheter patency maintenance, and dressing changes, is highlighted. The review underscores the need for healthcare workers to adhere to best practices and guidelines to minimize CLABSI rates, ultimately enhancing patient safety and reducing healthcare burdens. The findings emphasize the significance of informed practices in preventing CLABSIs and the potential for improved patient outcomes with their implementation.
Back to the Basic: Numeracy Intervention Strategies in the Post Pandemic Year 2022
Authors: C. Zabate Chebelle
Published: July 2024

This study focused on the techniques that educators employed to raise students' numeracy proficiency in elementary school mathematics after the epidemic. Eight math teachers from the Daliaon District participated in the study. As a way to collect data, the participants were chosen at random for in-depth interviews with guiding questions. After applying thematic content analysis, it was discovered that teachers had implemented explicit instruction and math drills as intervention measures. But the study also found that obstacles such as lack of resources and time constraints prevented teachers from putting intervention ideas into practice. These limitations made it more difficult for teachers to build students' skills in a thorough and interesting way. The study's insights were that offering teaching resources and placing a strong emphasis on time- bound sessions can help teachers carry out intervention.
Year Wise Analysis and Prediction of Gold Rates
Authors: Alpeshbhai Thakkar Sonali , Dineshbhai Jain Kush , Jayantilal Parikh Jayesh
Published: July 2024

Gold is the only commodity which maintains its value even in the economic and financial crisis. The future gold price prediction becomes the warning system for the investors to predict risk in the market. Given historical price data up to and including a given day’s opening price, closing price, attempted to analyze what variation is made between 2 or 5 years and what price ratio would be in given next 2-5 years.
Vehicle Detection System Using Machine Learning
Authors: Hossain Sadheen , Shaheen Aous , Satpute B.S. , Islam Sani Tariqul
Published: July 2024

This project focuses on developing a vehicle detection system using OpenCV, a real-time computer visionlibrary in Python. The project aims to create a vehicle counting and detection system that works effectively forvideos using OpenCV for image processing. The system will utilize OpenCV's computer vision capabilities to identifyvehicles and count the number of vehicles along with addinga unique id for each vehicle in the video. The system has potential applications in traffic monitoring, parking management, and transportation planning. The results of the project demonstrate the capabilities of OpenCV in creating efficient and accurate vehicle detection and classification systems.
Social Interaction and Attention Span of Grade 4 Learners
Authors: G. Bedas Ailyn , D. Gallardo Remigilda
Published: July 2024

This study investigated the relationship between social interaction skills and attention span among Grade 4 learners in elementary schools. The primary objective was to understand the extent of these skills and their interplay, shedding light on their implications for educational practices and student development. A descriptive correlational research design employing a survey method was utilized. A total of 100 Grade 4 learners were selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using adapted instruments for social interaction and attention span. Statistical analyses included means, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis. The study revealed that Grade 4 learners exhibit a high level of social interaction skills, with particularly strong performance in cooperation and assertion. Their attention span, including sustained, selective, and divided attention, was also notably high. Significant positive correlations were found between social interaction and attention span. Regression analysis indicated that cooperation, communication, and responsibility significantly predicted attention span. The findings suggested that social interaction skills and attention span are interconnected aspects of a student's development. Promoting social interaction skills in educational settings can positively impact attention span, which, in turn, may lead to improved academic performance and overall socio-emotional development among Grade 4 learners.
A Rare Case of Atrial Functional Tricuspid Regurgitation Associated with Pulmonary Artery Hypertension
Authors: Prasanna Koya Lakshmi , Nagarajan K , Stanley Jawahar Lanord
Published: July 2024

Atrial Functional’ Tricuspid Regurgitation’ (AFTR) is defined as Tricuspid Regurgitation due to right’ atrial (RA) remodelling or due to lone tricuspid annular dilatation, without any primary or secondary cause, except for Atrial Fibrillation/Atrial Flutter induced and without any left heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
Cyber Threats in the Health Sector in the DRC: Risks, Opportunities, Consequences and Preventive Measures
Authors: Kanku Ruben , Kinkete Mfumabi Hervé , Kabeya Kadima Michel , Malanda Landu Kuyi Anderson , Nkayilu Wabaluku Pathy , Luwa Muanda Bruno , Bolompata Hugor
Published: July 2024

While hackers ravage the world, social media, banking and other accounts are hacked every day, but cyber threats in DRC are not taken very seriously. There is a total negligence on the part of the country's authorities and hospital managers and human lives are in danger. one of the large hospitals of Kinshasa HJ Hospital has always been faced with multiple problems concerning its system. Once I left to get tested, I found a crowd waiting for the results because their system was blocked. It took almost a week to find a solution to this problem. But no statement has been released regarding this issue. lives are in danger; personal data is not protected and no one is complaining. We encounter many diverse cases across the country. With a country of more than 100 million inhabitants, the country cannot escape this scourge. As in many other countries, healthcare facilities in the DRC are increasingly dependent on IT systems to manage patient records, appointments, medical prescriptions and other critical aspects of their operation. However, this increased reliance on information and communications technology (ICT) also exposes healthcare organizations to various online threats, such as cyberattacks, malware, ransomware, and data theft. These threats can have serious consequences, including disruption of healthcare services, disclosure of confidential patient data and even endangering lives. To combat these threats, it is crucial that healthcare facilities in the DRC implement robust cybersecurity measures. This includes raising staff awareness of IT security practices, implementing effective firewalls and antivirus software, regularly backing up data, and training and educating users on how to recognize and report malware. suspicious online activities. Additionally, close collaboration between health authorities, regulators, healthcare providers and cybersecurity experts is essential to develop effective policies and protocols to protect healthcare infrastructure and data from cyber threats. constantly evolving. 1 Published by Maxime Gautier, December 13 2023 We decided to put together this article to be able to enlighten the entire Congolese community, more specifically health establishments, and warn them about the dangers and risks of technology.
Creating a Positive Classroom Environment: Lived Experiences of Grade 1 Teachers
Authors: Q. Villaruel Jean Ann , D. Gallardo Remigilda
Published: July 2024

This qualitative study explored the lived experiences of Grade 1 teachers in the context of creating a positive classroom environment. It aimed to uncover the challenges faced, coping mechanisms employed, and valuable insights gained by Grade 1 teachers in their professional journey. The research employed a qualitative phenomenological approach, utilizing in-depth interviews and focus group discussions as data collection methods. Ten Grade 1 teachers participated in the study, sharing their rich and diverse experiences. Grade 1 teachers' experiences were multifaceted. They highlighted empowering teaching practices, emphasizing relationship-building, adaptability, and resilience. Simultaneously, they faced classroom management hurdles, including short attention spans, behavioral issues, diverse learning styles, and persistent distractions. Coping mechanisms emerged, such as positive reinforcement, differentiated instruction, and structured routines, fostering resilience. Valuable insights underscored the importance of strong student-teacher relationships, emotionally safe spaces, and consistent classroom management. The findings have implications for teacher training, emphasizing the need for comprehensive programs that address not only effective teaching strategies but also emotional well- being. These insights may guide educational policy and practices aimed at creating a positive classroom environment that fosters student engagement and well- being.
Enhancing Flood Management Through Machine Learning: A Comprehensive Analysis of the CatBoost Application
Authors: O. I. Ogundolie , S. O. Olabiyisi , R. A Ganiyu , Y. S Jeremiah , F. A. Ogundolie
Published: July 2024

River flooding is a major natural disaster that has caused enormous damage to our environment, infrastructure and human life. River flooding has led to flooding in river basins which has disrupted human activities and fatalities. This study is a review of river basin flooding, the impact of machine learning techniques in flood prediction in river basins, flood management in the past and the impact of machine learning in flood management. This review further examined how the Categorical boosting algorithm (CatBoost) which is a machine learning technique, could improve flood prediction in river basins and its applications in flood management. Several case studies of how CatBoost models have been used to predict flooding and enhance early warning systems were also reviewed in this study. CatBoost has been recognized to be excellent in working on categorical variables making it efficient in handling datasets with complex relationships. This makes it applicable for flood prediction in river basins considering the factors involved in flooding. CatBoost's effectiveness in flood forecasting and flood susceptibility modelling was demonstrated in some case studies. CatBoost has the potential to change flood management, minimize the disastrous impacts of floods, and enhance sustainable development, regardless of its limits. The review highlights the importance of machine learning to improve flood protection and the need for concerted efforts to get beyond implementation obstacles and take full advantage of CatBoost's flood management capabilities.
Big Data Analytics and its Approaches: The Digital Transformation of the Future
Authors: Siva Sankar Mukkala , Gopal Namburu Ajay , Darla Narendra , Perni Hemanth , Vamsidhar E.
Published: July 2024

This study is all about the importance- of methods in big data study, and what they might mean for future- digital growth projects. The rese-arch explores current patte-rns, issues, and smart plans. This gives valuable information for groups figuring out the- tricky mixture of data study and digital growth. The focus of the pape-r is on important methods like batch handling, stream handling, and machine- learning. It looks at their strengths, limits, and use-s. We see the-ir effects on growing and improving. We fore-cast future patterns, tackle issue-s and suggest inventive solutions for succe-ss. This research acts like a guide- for groups that want to line up their digital changes with the- best methods for continuous success.
Seismic Magnitude Forecasting through Machine Learning Paradigms: A Confluence of Predictive Models
Authors: Sri Chandana Kakarla , Someswara Sandeep Upputuri , Asritha Pujala , Mothukuri Radha , Deepak Reddy Mula
Published: July 2024

This study focuses largely on earthquake prediction, which is a crucial element of geoscience and emergency and disaster management. We apply state-of- the-art machine learning methods, most notably the Random Forest Regression approach, to examine the intricate link between geographical data analysis and earthquake prediction. Once we have patiently traversed the challenges of seismic data processing, we create prediction models that deliver insights via sophisticated visualization of earthquake occurrences. The research offers confirmation that machine learning approaches perform exceptionally well for forecasting earthquakes. These results show the relevance of these paradigms for enhancing, among other things, early warning systems and catastrophic preparedness measures.
Comparative Analysis of Deep Learning Models for Pneumonia Detection in Chest X-Ray Images
Authors: Williams O. Falana, , Oluwafunsho P. Falana, , A. Falana, , T.B. Adeboje,
Published: July 2024

This paper focused on Comparative Analysis of Deep Learning Models for Pneumonia Detection in Chest X-ray Image. Pneumonia is one of the illnesses which are associated with the lung’s region, which can lead to a severe condition when not diagnose or detected at early stages. The ability of the disease to restrict the flow of oxygen getting into the bloodstream makes the disease more dangerous as a result of existence of virus, bacteria or Fungi in the lung. Hence leads to untimely death. Experimental AlexNet ANN, ResNet50 ANN and DenseNet 121 ANN algorithms were to distinguish and detect pneumonia from non-pneumonia patients using medical images with AlexNet with a total number of 1877 images for both pneumonia and non- pneumonia patients were used to train the alexnet algorithm and 805 images of both pneumonia and non- pneumonia images were used for testing, the dataset contained a balanced combination of both pneumonia images and non-pneumonia images. The following results were gotten from the experiments for both AlexNet ANN and ResNet50 ANN respectively: the accuracy was 0.877, Sensitivity 0.834, specificity 0.917, f1Score 0.866 and the AUC which was 0.93; 0.817, Sensitivity 0.720, specificity 0.910, f1Score 0.793 and the AUC which was 0.88 and 0.915, Sensitivity 0.837, specificity 0.990, f1Score 0.906 and the AUC which was 0.98 with the Accuracy, Sensitivity, specificity and AUC values. The three Scenarios on three ANN Architecture were observed. It was found that all the three models were able to distinguish and detect pneumonia accurately with no significant error.
Regulating Decisions that Lead to Loss of Life in Workplaces
Authors: Dent Chris
Published: July 2024

Workplace deaths occur as a result of decisions made by a range of parties — employers, employees and the victim. These decisions can be seen to form the basis of regulatory efforts. This research proposes a categorisation of the decisions in terms of their timeframes — long-term, short-term and emergency — as well as non-decisions. The decisions will be explored through the use of decision-making theory, an engagement with the ‘agency-systems’ dichotomy, the conflict between the underlying policies of safety, efficiency and devolved decision-making, as well the concept of ‘resilience engineering’. By way of contrast, there will be reference to the regulation of iatrogenic deaths to further probe the value of the approach. The outcome is a call for a focus on the regulation of decisions, and a step away from the traditional focus on fatalities as outcomes.
Illuminating dark stores: the continued evolution of the post-COVID-19 pandemic retail landscape of cities
Authors: Bittermann Alex , Hess Daniel Baldwin
Published: July 2024

This article was published open access under a CC BY-NC-ND licence:
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
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Characterising the urban–rural fringe area (URFA) in China: a review of global and local literature on urban–rural fringe areas
Authors: Wang Ke , Mell Ian , Carter Jeremy
Published: July 2024

Urban-Rural Fringe Areas (URFAs) in China have experienced significant change since 1978 due to extensive urban growth and sprawl. This article explores the characteristics of URFAs in China through a scoping review approach. Analysis identifies that URFAs in China possess features that are located in and connected to urban and rural areas, mixed land use, occupied by both urban and rural populations, and driven by changes in social structure, economic development and policy implementation. These findings are consistent with URFAs in a global context, illustrating synergies in academic and practitioner approaches. However, China’s URFAs are unique due to the country’s social structure, topographical diversity, divergent urban diversity and the regional variations that exist within urban development policies and strategies. The article contributes to a better understanding of the characteristics of URFAs in China, providing guidance for future policy to support more effective and sustainable development.

This article was published open access under a CC BY licence:
https://creativecommons.org/licences/by/4.0/
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Ecosystem-based maritime spatial planning in practice? On the limitations of a legalistic planning tradition
Authors: Walsh Cormac , Clouting Hendrike , Kühl-Stenzel Aline , Schwemmer Henriette
Published: July 2024

The implementation of an ecosystem-based approach (EBA) is a core requirement of the EU Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) directive. Ecosystem-based management presents a fundamental challenge to established practices concerning the planning of marine space and the governance of human activities at sea. Experience to date indicates considerable variation in the application of EBA across Europe. This variation can be attributed in part to differences in underlying planning traditions and cultures. In this article, we examine the specific case of EBA implementation in the current maritime spatial plan for Germany’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Following an interpretive analysis approach, we critically analyse how the scope and function of planning are understood in German MSP policy and practice. A narrow understanding of planning as solely concerned with the spatial coordination of competing claims on marine space is traced to a legalistic terrestrial planning tradition with a long history in German public administration. This narrow interpretation of the role of planning is found to fundamentally restrict the strategic, performative capacity of German MSP and, in particular, the potential for German MSP to apply ecosystem-based management principles. In conclusion, we contend that the implementation of an EBA requires a fundamental shift in planning paradigms and modes of governance. This empirical case provides a basis for critical reflection on the capacity of EU member states to implement an EBA as understood under the MSP directive and the mode of planning this might entail.

This article was published open access under a CC BY-ND licence:
https://creativecommons.org/licences/by-nd/4.0/
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A hitchhiker's guide to Europe: mapping human-mediated spread of the invasive Japanese beetle
Authors: Borner Leyli , Martinetti Davide , Poggi Sylvain
Published: July 2024

Early detection of hitchhiking pests requires the identification of strategic introduction points via transport. We propose a framework for achieving this in Europe using the Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) as a case study. Human-mediated spread has been responsible for its introduction into several continents over the last century, including a recent introduction in continental Europe, where it is now listed as a priority pest. Furthermore, recent interceptions far from the infested area confirm the risk of unintentional transport within continental Europe. Here, we analysed how three modes of transport - air, rail and road - connect the infested area to the rest of Europe. We ranked all European regions from most to least reachable from the infested area. We identified border regions and distant major cities that are readily reachable and observed differences between modes. We propose a composite reachability index combining the three transport modes, which provides a valuable tool for designing a continental surveillance strategy and prioritising highly reachable regions, as demonstrated by recent interceptions.
Outcomes of Corneal Compound Hyperopic Astigmatism With Presbyopia by Zeiss PRESBYOND Laser Blended Vision LASIK Using Default Custom Refractive Software Master Target Refractions for Reduced Anisometropia
Authors: Hernández-Lucena Julia , Alonso-Aliste Federico , Amián-Cordero Jonatan , Sánchez-González José-María
Published: July 2024

Purpose:

To evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and stability of a modified PRESBYOND Laser Blended Vision protocol (Carl Zeiss Meditec AG) for correcting hyperopic astigmatism and presbyopia, using Custom Refractive Software Master (CRSM) targeting over a 6-month period.

Methods:

A total of 636 eyes of 318 patients with a mean age of 51.05 ± 4.71 years (range: 40 to 60 years) met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. All patients completed a 6-month follow-up. CRSM software was used to generate ablation profiles for the MEL90 excimer laser (Carl Zeiss Meditec AG). The target refraction was emmetropic for the dominant eyes and between −0.75 and −1.12 diopters (D) for the near eyes.

Results:

Visual and refractive results were studied separately by the dominant and non-dominant eyes. The mean attempt to correct for spherical equivalent refraction was +2.17 ± 1.16 D (range: −1.00 to +5.37 D). The mean attempted cylinder was −0.60 ± 0.75 D (range: −4.00 to 0.00 D). All eyes monocularly achieved uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA) of 20/25 or better after refractive treatment and 88% achieved 20/20. Binocularly all eyes achieved UDVA of 20/25 or better and 96.54% achieved 20/20. Ninety-eight percent of the patients maintained their corrected distance visual acuity before surgery and UDVA 6 months after surgery.

Conclusions:

This hyperopic micro-anisometropia protocol with PRESBYOND Laser Blended Vision was an effective, safe, and well-tolerated refractive treatment. It was an effective procedure with excellent results for UDVA and uncorrected near visual acuity and demonstrates that binocular summation exists.

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J Refract Surg.
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Research on Mechanical Properties of Different Carbon Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Resin Composite Materials
Authors: Zhang Jian Qin
Published: July 2024

Three kinds of carbon fiber reinforced epoxy resin prepreg, T300, T700 and M40X, were selected to prepare carbon fiber reinforced epoxy resin composites by molding method. The flexural properties, interlaminar shear properties and compression properties of the composites were studied, and the micro morphology of the composites was analyzed. The results show that the flexural strength, interlaminar shear strength and compressive strength of T700 fiber reinforced epoxy resin composites are higher than those of M40X carbon fiber reinforced epoxy resin composites, and the resultant mechanical properties of T700 carbon fiber reinforced epoxy resin composites are relatively optimal.
Research on Mechanical Properties of PBO Microfibers Based on Molecular Scale Dynamics
Authors: Zhang Hai Yun , Wang Dan Yong , Li Shu Hu , Wei Hua Zhen , An Jing , Xing Wen Fang
Published: July 2024

PBO fibers are prone to large deformation under high-speed impact loads, which is conducive to energy absorption through fiber tensile deformation and fracture. This article establishes a molecular scale model of PBO microfibers, which can deeply understand the phenomenon and characteristics of damage to PBO fiber materials through molecular dynamics optimization. It also theoretically predicts the structure and physical properties of such materials, reveals their failure mechanisms, and provides technical support for the research and development of military materials.
Bioethical aspects of alcoholism
Authors: Tempesta Enrico , Zeppetelli Ermelinda
Published: July 2024

Alcoholism represents one of the major clinical and public health problems in the world and especially in states with higher socio-economic development, where the importance and severity of the problems posed both at the level of the individual and the community. The problems are therefore enormous, yet it is only in recent years that the search for the most appropriate means of combating the phenomenon has been forced upon us. Committed more seriously to directly addressing alcoholism rather than its many consequences.
A primer for local historical societies
Authors: Van Heerden M.
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
From frontier to midlands: A history of the Graaff-Reinet district, 1786-1910
Authors: Eloff C.C.
Published: July 2024

No abstract available.
Potchefstroom, waar kry jy daardie naam?
Authors: Haasbroek D.J.P.
Published: July 2024

An analysis of relevant sources reveals that Potchefstroom was not (as is generally assumed) founded in November 1838 but at the earliest, after 3 December 1838. The oldest sources furthermore indicate that Potchefstroom was not the original orthography and only later became the general accepted for, probably under German influence. This consequently also casts some doubt on the modern explanation of the meaning and derivation of the name.
Urban, regional and natural history
Authors: Pirie G.H.
Published: July 2024

In seeking to explain and not merely describe local history, it is necessary to look at the reasons for settlement in any region. This involves viewing regions as part of a larger system – local history must be explored in relation to processes operating on the urban, regional and national levels.
Wie was die vroegste pioniers in sekere streke?
Authors: Scholtz Adelbert
Published: July 2024

The regional historian sometimes finds it difficult to ascertain who the earliest pioneers in particular regions were, and incorrect conclusions are often drawn from original documents. That this is not only a theoretical danger is indicated by references to a few examples from the local historiography of the North-West.
Lane-Changing Behavior’s Impact on Platoon Dispersion in Mixed
Autonomous Vehicle Traffic: Insights from Simulation
Authors: Lu Ting , Liu Chenghao , Lin Sitong , Song Wenjing
Published: July 2024

This research investigates platoon dispersion characteristics in mixed-traffic
flow of autonomous and human-driven vehicles. It presents a cellular
automata-based platoon dispersion model. The study’s key findings are as
follows: platoon dispersion initially increases and then decreases with the rise
in autonomous vehicle proportions. When the autonomous vehicle proportion is
approaching 100%, platoon dispersion descends rapidly and is completely
eliminated while the proportion is 100%. Compared to platoon consisting entirely
of human-driven vehicles, the peak value of standard deviation of vehicle speed
is 1.71 times and the travel time drops by 38.19% when the proportion is 1.
Moreover, the lane-changing behavior enhances platoon speed, acceleration, and
space utilization at micro- and macrolevels by optimizing space resource
allocation within the platoon. The study employs a two-lane mixed-flow platoon
dispersion model that assumes uniform vehicle characteristics and prioritizes
maximizing travel efficiency for autonomous vehicles. These findings bear
significant implications for transportation planning and management, providing
valuable insights for policymakers, transportation engineers, and
researchers.
The Intersection of Religion and Politics: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Bahri Saipul , Naldi Anri , al-Mujtahid Nazil Mumtaz , Rambe Rahmansyah Fadlul Al Karim
Published: July 2024

This article aims to analyse the complex relationship between religion and politics by exploring collective identities in an increasingly polarised global context. The methodology used is qualitative, with a systematic literature review approach. Data collection techniques included a literature review, utilising more than a thousand previous studies related to politics and religion, as well as secondary data sources, including books, scholarly articles, and reportage. Data analysis involved data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results revealed that the interaction between religion and politics is often symbiotic, where religion can strengthen political legitimacy. Conversely, politics can intensify the integration or marginalisation of religion in society. In the context of Qur'anic literature, analyses show that this sacred text provides relevant guidance for political thought and practice in Muslim societies, putting forward principles such as justice, consultation and the protection of human rights. Furthermore, in understanding the characteristics and objectives of Siyasah (politics) in the Qur'an, it is found that Islamic shari'a directs fair and effective governance, strengthening social relations and justice. This research provides important insights for policymakers and religious leaders to formulate strategies that promote cooperation, tolerance and peace among different religious and political groups.
Đồng tạo sinh giá trị, chất lượng cảm nhận và giá cả cảm nhận của khách hàng trong lĩnh vực khách sạn tại Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
Authors: Hải Lê Nam , Hằng Trần Thị Thu
Published: July 2024

Nghiên cứu này sử dụng lý thuyết mô hình DART để làm khuôn khổ xem xét vai trò của đồng tạo sinh giá trị đối với chất lượng cảm nhận và giá cả cảm nhận của khách hàng trong lĩnh vực khách sạn. Vận dụng kết hợp phương pháp nghiên cứu định tính và nghiên cứu định lượng, dữ liệu phân tích được thu thập từ 350 khách hàng là những người đã và đang sử dịch vụ khách sạn tại Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh. Các giả thuyết nghiên cứu và mô hình cấu trúc tuyến tính được kiểm định bằng phần mềm SmartPLS. Kết quả chỉ ra rằng tiếp cận, rủi ro và tính minh bạch có tác động trực tiếp đến chất lượng cảm nhận và giá cả cảm nhận. Trái ngược với 03 yếu tố trên thì đối thoại không có bất kỳ ảnh hưởng đến chất lượng cảm nhận và giá cả cảm nhận. Cuối cùng kết quả ủng hộ quan điểm chất lượng cảm nhận tác động tích cực đến giá cả cảm nhận. Ngoài ra nghiên cứu đề xuất hàm ý quản trị cho các nhà quản lý khách sạn để nâng cao chiến lược cạnh tranh thông qua vai trò của đồng tạo sinh giá trị đối với chất lượng cảm nhận và giá cả cảm nhận của khách hàng.
Pratiques citationnelles sur smartphone et modes de prise en charge dans les technodiscours rapportés
Authors: DJILÉ Donald
Published: July 2024

Cet article traite du technodiscours rapporté, une pratique citationnelle numérique native qui embarque un technodiscours dans un autre, en se passant des matérialités langagières et typographiques traditionnelles du discours rapporté. Sa pratique sur Facebook fait émerger deux formats technodiscursifs : une des déclinaisons du technodiscours rapporté répétant et la technoconversation rapportée qui partagent des traits de numéricité et des mécanismes de prise en charge techno-énonciative permis par le smartphone et facilités par la capture d’écran.
AFGANİSTAN, PAKİSTAN VE IRAK’TA KAMU HARCAMALARI, ENFLASYON ORANI VE DIŞ YARDIMLARIN EKONOMİK BÜYÜME ÜZERİNDEKİ ETKİSİ: PANEL VERİ ANALİZİ
Authors: Akbar Muhammad , Akiş Elife
Published: July 2024

İktisadın doğuşundan günümüze kadar makroekonomik büyüme tüm ülkelerin temel hedefi olmuştur. Bu yüzden her ülke daha hızlı ve sağlam büyüyebilmek için farklı ekonomik politikalar uygulamaktadır. Bu çalışmanın temel amacı, Afganistan, Pakistan ve Irak’ta 2001-2020 yılları arasındaki dönemde kamu harcamalarının, alınmış kalkınma yardımlarının ve enflasyon oranın ekonomik büyüme üzerindeki ektisini Panel analizi ile araştırmaktır. Bu amaçla çalışmada, değişkenlerin grafik incelenmesinden sonra çeşitli testler yapılarak nihai model elde edilmiştir. Elde edilen nihai modelin sonuçlarına göre, devlet harcamalarındaki %1’lik bir artış ekonomik büyümeyi %0,86 ve enflasyon oranındaki %1’lik bir artış ekonomik büyümeyi %0,12 oranında artırmaktadır. Ancak alınmış kalkınma yardımlarındaki %1’lik bir artış ekonomik büyümeyi %0,29 oranında azaltmaktadır.
Sonuç olarak, Afganistan, Pakistan ve Irak’ta Keynes’in Teorisinin geçerli olduğu sonucu tespit edilmiştir. Bununla birlikte bu ülkelerde enflasyon oranındaki artış da ekonomik büyüme üzerinde olumlu etki yaratmaktadır. Ancak dış yardımlar Afganistan, Pakistan ve Irak’ta iç gelir dağılımının bozulmasına, yolsuzluğun artmasına, ülkenin ekonomik ve siyasi politikalarına müdahale edilmesine neden olmuştur. Böylece dış yardımlar alıcı ülkelerin ekonomik büyümesi ve kalkınması üzerinde olumsuz etkiler yaratmıştır.
KARBON EMİSYONUNUN NEGATİF DIŞSALLIĞI VE GELİR EŞİTSİZLİĞİNE ETKİSİ: MULTİDİSİPLİNER BAKIŞ AÇISI
Authors: Akçayır Ömer
Published: July 2024

Çalışmada, sürdürülebilir büyüme çerçevesinde, Çevresel Kuznets Eğrisinde (ÇKE) öne sürülen gelir çevre kirliliği ilişkisi, negatif dışsallık penceresinden multidisipler bakış açısıyla ele alınmıştır. Karbon emisyonunun etkisiyle ortaya çıkan çevresel bozulmanın negatif dışsallıklar nedeniyle üçüncü kişi konumundaki taraflara verdiği zararların hukuki niteliği sosyal risk ve fedakarlığın denkleştirilmesi ilkeleri çerçevesinde ele alınmıştır. Pigouvian vergilendirme ve Coase teoreminin günümüzdeki izdüşümü niteliğindeki AB Emisyon Ticaret Sistemi, SKDM ve Türkiye’ye etkileri de değerlendirilmiştir.
Ampirik analizde, Türkiye’nin 1988-2022 yıllarına ait gini indeksi verileri, kişi başına düşen CO2 salımı verileri, dolaysız vergilerin ve dolaylı vergilerin toplam vergi içindeki paylarına ait değişkenler doğrusal olmayan zaman serileri analizi ile analiz edilmiştir. Harvey vd. (2007; 2008) testleri ile dolaylı vergiler serisi dışındaki serilerin doğrusal dışı olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Bu nedenle doğrusal dışılığı dikkate alan Becker-Enders-Lee (2006) Fourier durağanlık testi yapılmış ve durağan olmayan serilerin Banerjee-Arčabić-Lee (2017) Fourier ADL testi ile eş bütünleşik oldukları tespit edilmiştir. FMOLS yöntemi ile yapılan tahminlere göre, artan her bir birim (ton) CO2 salımı, gini indeksini 0.013 birim azaltmakta olup, Türkiye’nin Kuznets eğrisinin azalan kısmında yer aldığı öngörülmektedir. Doğrudan ve dolaylı vergi oranlarının gelir dağılımına etkisi ise çalışma örnekleminde yeterli etki düzeyinde ve anlamlı çıkmamıştır.
Fen Bilimleri Öğretmen Adaylarının Ters Yüz Öğrenmeye İlişkin Görüşleri: Fenomenolojik Bir Araştırma
Authors: Yiğit Kübra Nur , Bektaş Oktay , Ekinci Fatmanur
Published: July 2024

Günümüz neslinin ihtiyaçlarını karşılayacak bireylerin görüşleri eğitimin gelişmesinin ve toplumların kalkınmasının önünü açacaktır. Bu sebeple araştırmanın amacı ters yüz öğrenmeye ilişkin fen bilimleri öğretmen adaylarının görüşlerini belirlemektir. Bu amaca ulaşmak için çalışmada nitel araştırma yöntemi tercih edilmiştir. Fenomenolojik desen kullanılmıştır. Çalışma grubunu orta Anadolu bölgesinde bir devlet üniversitesinde eğitim fakültesinde öğrenimini sürdüren ikinci ve dördüncü sınıf düzeylerinde altı fen bilimleri öğretmen adayı meydana getirmektedir. Katılımcılar amaçlı örnekleme türlerinden ölçüt örnekleme yoluyla atanmıştır. Veri toplama aracı olarak yazarlar tarafından geliştirilen yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme kullanılmıştır. Veriler içerik analizi aracılığıyla kod, kategori ve temalar oluşturularak çözümlenmiştir. Katılımcıların ifadelerini görselleştirmek amacıyla MAXQDA20.0.5 programı kullanılmıştır. Çalışmanın bulguları ters yüz öğrenmeye ilişkin bilinenleri, bu bilgilerin kaynağını, avantajları ve dezavantajları, çeşitli boyutlarıyla yaşanan zorlukları ortaya koymuştur. Çalışmanın sonuçlarına bakıldığında öğretmen adaylarının öğrenci merkezli bu yaklaşımı ve bu yaklaşımda öğretmenin rehber rolünü benimsedikleri görülmüştür. Ters yüz öğrenme sürecinde kavram yanılgılarının ciddi bir sorun olabileceği ve akranlarla iletişim bozuklukları yaşanabileceği gibi çarpıcı sonuçlar ortaya çıkmıştır. Bu doğrultuda öğretmen adaylarının modele ilişkin önerilerine yer verilmiştir. Çalışma kapsamında öğretmen adaylarına ters yüz öğrenmeye ilişkin deneyim kazandırabilecek uygulamaların arttırılması önerilebilir.
PERIODIC TEHNICAL INSPECTION OF ELECTRIC AND HYBRID VEHICLES
Authors:   Agencija za bezbednost saobraćaja, Beograd, Hristov Danijel , Marina Mladen ,   Agencija za bezbednost saobraćaja, Beograd, Milojević Milan ,   Agencija za bezbednost saobraćaja, Beograd, Rusov Srđan ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering
Published: July 2024

With the development of the automotive industry, for the purpose of environmental protection, electric and hybrid vehicles have been recognized as a promising compromise between the necessary reduction of exhaust gas emissions and fuel consumption They represent a completely different technology compared to vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. This actually means that there are new challenges in terms of traffic safety, mainly related to the characteristics of high-voltage devices and equipment with which electric and hybrid vehicles are equipped. Bearing in mind that the periodic technical inspection of vehicles is an activity of general public importance with the aim of ensuring that safe and technically correct vehicles participate in traffic, and controllers are one of the responsible groups of people regarding the participation of technically correct vehicles in traffic, their constant education and training is necessary.
TRAFFIC-RELATED INJURES IN THE TERRITORY OF THE REPUBLIC SERBIA , 2001-2020
Authors:   Institut za javno zdravlje Srbije “Dr Milan Jovanović Batut”, Beograd, Tošić Mirjana , Tomašević Tamara ,   Institut za javno zdravlje Srbije “Dr Milan Jovanović Batut”, Beograd, Jovanović Marijana , Grubor Ivana ,   Institut za javno zdravlje Srbije “Dr Milan Jovanović Batut”, Beograd, Marković Marija ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Vuković Marija ,   Institut za javno zdravlje Srbije “Dr Milan Jovanović Batut”, Beograd, Milošević Nevena ,   Institut za javno zdravlje Srbije “Dr Milan Jovanović Batut”, Beograd
Published: July 2024

In the Republic of Serbia, there is a continuous trend of decreasing the number of injured and deceased (fatalities) individuals in road traffic accidents. The lowest number of fatalities was recorded in 2020, marking the lowest figure since the analysis of traffic accident data began in Serbia. Due to the epidemiological situation caused by the coronavirus, a state of emergency was declared in the territory of the Republic of Serbia, limiting people's mobility. Injuries have represented an extremely significant public health issue globally for many years. Traffic trauma, due to high rates of injuries, fatalities, and disabilities, affects the entire society, not just the healthcare system. Over the observed twenty-year period, the incidence rates of injuries in road traffic had their highest values in 2007 (300.9/100,000), 2008 (303.4/100,000), and 2017 (304.3/100,000). In comparison concerning the vehicle category and the characteristics of traffic participants, the number of fatalities significantly decreased, except for motorcycle drivers where the number of fatalities increased by (66%). The study utilized the secondary data analysis method from the ABS for the period 2001-2020. Incidence and mortality were analyzed concerning the vehicle category, characteristics, and age of traffic participants.
THE ROLE OF INSTITUTE ОF PUBLIC HEALTH OF BELGRADE IN PROMOTING ROAD TRAFFIC SAFETY IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY - ACTIVITIES IMPLEMENTED AND FUTURE ASPIRATIONS
Authors:   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Marković Marija , Mladenović Janković Svetlana ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Grujičić Andjelka ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Stefanović Nemanja ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Andrić Aleksandra ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Glišović Vladimir ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Vučković Aleksandra ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Vasojević Jelena ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Tamburkovski Gordana ,   Gradski zavod za javno zdravlje Beograd, Kovačević Nevenka ,   Dom zdravlja „Zvezdara“, Beograd
Published: July 2024

Road traffic traumatism, with significant mortality, morbidity, and consequent disability, has been a major public health problem in our society for decades. The experiences of developed countries show that the best results in the implementation of road traffic injury prevention programs are achieved primarily by the implementation of preventive measures at the local level. In accordance with the Law on Public Health and the National Public Health Strategy, recognizing its role as a coordinator and promoter of public health activities with the aim of health promotion and prevention of diseases and injuries in population, Institute of Public Health of Belgrade creates, coordinates, and implements various road safety promotion activities at the city level. They include informing population, implementation of courses for health and educational professionals, creation and distribution of educational materials, implementation of research on road traffic injury prevention, monitoring and proposing road safety improvement measures, in accordance with previously defined priorities. Among the realized activities, 12 courses of education of health workers and associates on various aspects of road safety were held - from the impact of physiological processes and psychophysical disorders, through the use of medications and psychoactive substances, to the recognition of the role of health workers in the prevention of traffic trauma, with more than 400 participants in the period 2018-2023. The mentioned educations are only part of the activities carried out by our institution, which will be adapted and innovated in the future in accordance with previous experiences on this very important topic.