bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Numerical methods for fractional Black-Scholes equations and their applications to option pricing
Authors:   , An Xingyu
Published: September 2023

This thesis focuses on the modification of the classical Black-Scholes equation by introducing fractional derivatives instead of the usual integer order derivatives. The project has two main parts: (1) develop efficient numerical methods, such as finite difference methods and a space-time spectral method, for the resulting fractional partial differential equations, and (2) employ an estimation of the associated parameter of the time-fractional Black-Scholes equation and explore the underlying meaning of fractional-order derivatives under different economic conditions. This study aims to provide a general framework for the application of fractional-order option pricing models to deal with real option pricing problems.
A Grounded Theory of Provider Perspectives Regarding Resident Moves from Permanent Supportive Housing
Authors: Goodwin Jordan Marie , Tiderington Emmy
Published: September 2023

To address the ongoing supply-demand gap for permanent supportive housing (PSH), Moving On initiatives (MOIs) provide linkage to affordable housing without embedded support services and rental subsidies, as well as short-term transitional case management to support transitions to independent housing. PSH providers mediate outcomes for individuals moving on from PSH by providing appropriate supports and assistance. Yet, little is known about how providers view these moves. This study explores how providers perceive moves from PSH. Individual interviews were completed with PSH providers from seven U.S. agencies. Data was analyzed via a modified grounded theory approach. The data show that organizational support and prior experience with moving on shape providers’ perceptions of resident capacity. These perceptions were associated with gatekeeping and recovery-oriented approaches, which informed providers’ self-perceived role as following or leading residents towards moving on. System-level support and pressure to adopt a moving on mindset may lead more providers to promote independence and autonomy among individuals with histories of homelessness.
Acute Effects of Selective Strength Exercise on the Peroneus Longus and Brevis
Authors: Arima Satoshi , Maeda Noriaki , Oda Sakura , Esaki Hinata , Tamura Yuki , Komiya Makoto , Urabe Yukio
Published: September 2023

The peroneus muscles are muscles that mainly act in ankle eversion and can be divided into PL and PB, which have different but important roles in foot and ankle functions. Therefore, PL and PB dysfunction can lead to foot and ankle issues, making. selective strength exercise necessary. This study aimed to identify the effect of two different exercise techniques on PL and PB morphologies. Two interventions were performed on separate days: the PL intervention, in which a Thera-Band® was placed on the ball of the foot and pushed out from the contact point, and the PB intervention, in which the Thera-Band® was pulled from the base of the fifth metatarsal. Cross-sectional area (CSA) and thickness of the peroneus muscles at 25% (showing the PL morphology) and 75% (showing the PB morphology) proximal to the line connecting the fibular head and lateral malleolus, as well as ankle strength was measured before and immediately after the interventions and at 10, 20, and 30 min later. A repeated-measures two-way analysis of variance was conducted to identify differences in the effects of the interventions on the PL and PB. Main and interaction effects on CSA, thickness, and ankle strength, with a significant increase in CSA and thickness in the proximal 25% in the PL intervention and the distal 75% in the PB intervention immediately after implementation, were observed (p < 0.05). The transient increase in muscle volume due to edema immediately after exercise indicates the acute effect of exercise. The CSA and thickness of the proximal 25% in the PL intervention and the distal 75% in the PB intervention increased immediately after the intervention, indicating that these interventions can be used to selectively exercise the PL and PB.
Impact of Quality of Life, Social Awareness and Political Willingness on Prevention from HIV/AIDS in Pakistan: A Mediation and Moderation Model
Authors: Khan Saima Sardar , Azhar Tehseen , Ali Rashid , Shahid Muhammad Naeem
Published: September 2023

Currently, modern world is focusing on the control of fatal diseases including HIV/AIDS. However, in developing countries these diseases are spreading rapidly. There are various factors, which encourage HIV/AIDS. One of the major reasons is lack of awareness among public. In Pakistan, scholars did not discuss the role of awareness about HIV/AIDS as a prevention tool. This study is one of the efforts to observe the impact of quality of life, social awareness and political will on the prevention of HIV/AIDS in Pakistan. Majority of the past literature concentrated on the issue of HIV/AIDS; however, there is paucity of literature on highlighting the major factors of HIV/AIDS prevention. Therefore, this is one of the few studies, which formally investigated the major factors contributing towards the prevention of HIV/AIDS, particularly in the Sind province of Pakistan. A questionnaire was utilized to collect the data. Partial Least Square (PLS 3)-Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to analyze the data. It is found that political willingness, social awareness and quality of life has a significant relation with HIV/AIDS prevention. In order to formulate the strategy, this study is important for governments and NGOs to consider social awareness, government willingness and quality of life as a tool to prevent HIV/AIDS in Pakistan.
Nurturing Social Inclusion among Children through Social Media: Exploring Stories of Mothers from Sargodha
Authors: Quratulain  , Uzair-ul-Hassan Muhammad , Parveen Iram
Published: September 2023

Early childhood connections of children have a big impact on their grownup lives. Social media and peer relationships are two aspects of early life that have rapidly grown in recent years. Social media have been significantly impacting young learners over the past few years. In order to better understand how social media can foster social inclusion in early childhood and connect with peers, our study examined the experiences of twenty mothers. Stories of social connections at home and at school emerged from interviews with mothers whose children attended private schools in Sargodha city. Working within the qualitative paradigm, the data received from mothers was analyzed. Initial coding derived us to surface categories and themes. Based on the study's findings, it was revealed that using social media responsibly and positively can foster social inclusion for establishing peer connections in the early years of childhood. Social media promote social interaction, social involvement and collaboration among children. The study further revealed the influential effects of social media on children's social inclusion with respect to communication, self-confidence, and feelings of togetherness in distanced spaces to overcome social isolation.
“EFEITOS DE LUGAR” SOBRE O PROJETO DE FUTURO DE JOVENS DA ROCINHA
Authors: Moreno Rosangela Carrilo , Araújo Mariana Gomes
Published: September 2023

Este trabalho visa compreender o projeto de futuro de jovens moradores da Rocinha, que se engajaram coletivamente para produzir um evento de “batalha de rimas”, tendo como fio condutor a noção de efeitos de lugar, conforme proposto por Bourdieu (1993), na obra A miséria do mundo. A metodologia inclui entrevistas semiestruturadas sobre as trajetórias de quatro líderes à frente da atividade; observações diretas em momentos de interação entre eles e durante as “batalhas de rima”. Os resultados sugerem que os jovens se projetam como produtores e artistas da cultura hip hop e se recusam a uma expectativa vinculada ao sucesso escolar, assim como à resignação aos trabalhos de baixo prestígio social. Para isso, eles operacionalizam um trabalho de ajustamento de seus projetos, ao longo de suas trajetórias e experiências.
PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Juventude; Projeção de Futuro; Ação Coletiva; Favela.
MISÉRIA DE CONDIÇÃO E MISÉRIA DE POSIÇÃO
Authors: Perosa Graziela Serroni , Dantas Adriana Santiago Rosa
Published: September 2023

O artigo discute algumas das lições deixadas pelo livro A Miséria do Mundo (BOURDIEU, 1993) à luz dos achados de uma entrevista de pesquisa realizada com um padre católico, na qual ele discorre sobre a participação das mulheres nos movimentos sociais que liderou: por moradia, educação, saúde nas periferias de uma grande metrópole brasileira. A equipe de pesquisa aliou a realização de entrevistas semiestruturadas e a análise de séries estatísticas. O depoimento do padre é apresentado quase na íntegra neste artigo. Em seguida, trazemos os resultados parciais de uma Análise de Componentes Principais, realizada com base em estatísticas públicas (CENSO POPULACIONAL, IBGE, 2012). A entrevista e a análise estatística permitem trabalhar em dois planos distintos as noções de “miséria de condição” e “miséria de posição”, propostas em A Miséria do Mundo.
PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Desigualdades de Classe e Gênero; Periferias; Entrevistas; Miséria do Mundo; Pierre Bourdieu.
Dzieje parafii i kościoła pw. Matki Boskiej Nieustającej Pomocy w Bydgoszczy w latach 1920-1972
Authors: Umiński Janusz
Published: September 2023

Artykuł dotyczy lat 1920-1972, kiedy parafia Matki Bożej Nieustającej Pomocy w bydgoskiej dzielnicy Szwederowo była administrowana przez jej pierwszych dwóch urzędujących. Ksiądz Jan Konopczyński został proboszczem Szwederowa w lutym 1920 r. Jego nominacja zbiegła się z dekretem kardynała Edmunda Dalbora, który podzielił Bydgoszcz na cztery strefy duszpasterstwa (tj. po przejęciu przez władze polskie administracji miasta 20 stycznia 1920 r., ale przed oficjalnym włączeniem Szwederowa i 17 innych gmin do miasta Bydgoszczy w dniu 1 kwietnia 1920 r.). W 1946 r. ks. Konopczyński został mianowany dziekanem Bydgoszczy i przeniósł się do kościoła Najświętszego Serca Jezusowego przy Placu Piastowskim. W Szwederowie jego następcą był ksiądz Czesław Rólski, który sprawował tam urząd w ponurych latach stalinizmu i którego śmierć w 1972 r. mogła być spowodowana stresem i przemęczeniem, którego doznał podczas oporu wobec totalitarnego reżimu. Innym powodem przyjęcia tego terminus a quem jest fakt, że granice parafii pozostały niezmienione do 19 marca 1972 roku. 13 marca 1972 r. dekretem kardynała Stefana Wyszyńskiego utworzono parafię pod wezwaniem Najświętszej Maryi Panny Matki Kościoła na zachodzie Bydgoszczy. Nowej parafii przekazano północno-zachodnią część parafii Matki Bożej Nieustającej Pomocy, która obejmowała blok siedemnastu ulic na osiedlu Górzyskowo. W artykule dokonano przeglądu początków parafii, jej terytorium, struktury demograficznej i wyznaniowej, historii kościoła parafialnego (od budowy do aranżacji wnętrza) oraz innych obiektów należących do parafii. Skupia się również na sposobach, w jakie duchowni pełniący swoje obowiązki liturgiczne i pozaliturgiczne, świeccy ministranci, Zarząd Parafialny i różne stowarzyszenia parafialne przyczynili się do stworzenia i rozwoju życia zakonnego na poziomie kościoła lokalnego. W okresie międzywojennym Szwederowo funkcjonowało jako mała ojczyzna, a parafia pw. Matki Bożej Nieustającej Pomocy odgrywała ważną rolę w integracji w przeważającej mierze robotniczej społeczności i napawaniu jej duchem chrześcijańskim.
Instrukcja dla nauczyciela szkoły parafialnej w Dobromilu z 1763 r. Przyczynek do dziejów oświaty staropolskiej
Authors: Pelczar Roman
Published: September 2023

Celem artykułu jest przybliżenie czytelnikowi dokumentu przechowywanego w aktach parafii Dobromil znajdującego się w Archiwum Archidiecezjalnym w Przemyślu. „Informacja” jest formą szczegółowej instrukcji dotyczącej organizacji życia miejscowej szkoły parafialnej. Można w niej wydzielić kilka problemów. Pierwszym z nich (najbardziej rozbudowanym) jest przygotowanie religijne młodzieży uwzględniające najważniejsze elementy nauki katolickiej (katechizmu) i obowiązki religijne dzieci w tym zakresie (odmawianie pacierza, codzienny udział we mszach świętych, comiesięczna spowiedź i komunia święta, udział w nabożeństwach wotywnych, wysłuchiwanie w niedziele i święta nauk i kazań w kościele oraz w szkole). Kolejnym zagadnieniem uwzględnionym przez proboszcza był program nauczania obejmujący pisanie, czytanie i rachunki. Nakazał on także organizować uczniom czas wolny (rekreację). Polecił też, aby nowymi uczniami opiekowali się uczniowie bardziej zaawansowani edukacyjnie. Innym ciekawym zapisem jest nakaz nauczania dziewcząt. Miały one jednak uczyć się oddzielnie od chłopców. Na ich nauczyciela wyznaczony został organista.
PENGOBATAN TANAMAN JAHE YANG SANGAT BERMANFAAT DI ERA PANDEMI
Authors: Kurniasih Nia , Harun Nurhidayati , Zahra Nova , Herliawati Delis , Awaludin Didin , Nurhasanah Iis Siti
Published: September 2023

Awal tahun 2020 Indonesia dikejutkan dengan wabah penyakit dari Wuhan China yaitu Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19. Virus ini menginvasi tubuh dengan cara menyerang  sistem kekebalan tubuh. Tumbuhan yang memiliki kandungan imunitas yang baik yaitu jahe. Namun, masih banyak hanya memandang sebagai bumbu dapur. Untuk mengetahui kandungan pada jahe yang bermanfaat di masa pandemi Covid-19.dilakukan pencarian literatur jurnal menggunakan Google Scholar dan Pubmet. Pencarian dilakukan pada bulan Oktober 2021. Hasil yang didapat dari riview jurnal, bahwa jahe mengandung senyawa aktif ginggerol yang berperan sebagai anti oksidan
GAMBARAN TINGKAT KECEMASAN DAN PERSEPSI MAHASISWA DALAM MENGHADAPI TUGAS AKHIR DI PROGRAM STUDI S1 KEPERAWATAN STIKES MUHAMMADIYAH CIAMIS
Authors: Rosmiati Rosmiati , Sriyanti Yanti , Munandar Aris
Published: September 2023

Skripsi merupakan karya tulis ilmiah yang disusun oleh mahasiswa sebagai salah satu persyaratan akhir kelulusan program pendidikan sarjana (S1). Skripsi merupakan hal yang menakutkan yang menimbulkan persepsi dan kecemasan dalam menghadapi tugas akhir skripsi. Permasalahan yang muncul ketika seorang mahasiswa menghadapi skripsi tanpa sebab yang jelas beberapa dari mahasiswa merasa cemas karena anggapan skripsi merupakan sesuatu yang sulit untuk dikerjakan. Terkadang perasaan cemas tersebut muncul sebelum mahasiswa mencoba untuk mengerjakan setiap tahapan penyusunanskripsi. Kecemasan mempengaruhi hasil belajar mahasiswa, karena kecemasan cenderung menghasilkankebingungan dan distorsi persepsi.Metode dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif. yaitu,penelitian yang dilakukan untuk mengetahui nilai variabel mandiri, baik satu variabel atau lebih (independen) tanpa membuat perbandingan, atau menghubungkan dengan variabel yang lain. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh mahasiswa tingkat akhir di Program Studi S1 Keperawatan STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis sebanyak 62 orang. Pengambilan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan teknik total sampling yaitu seluruh populasi dijadikan sampel penelitian. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa tingkat kecemasan mahasiswa dalam menghadapai tugas akhir sebagian besar berkategori kecemasan sedang sebanyak 26 orang (41,9%), dan persepsi tentang tugas akhir di Program Studi S1 Keperawatan STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis, sebagian besar berkategori positif sebanyak 34 orang (54,8%). Saran diharapkan dapat memberikan pengetahuan bagi mahasiswa tentang persepsi dan kecemasan mahasiswa dalam menghadapi tugas akhir skripsi dan lebih mempersiapkan diri untuk mengerjakan tugas akhir skripsi.
Rendimiento diagnóstico de once indicadores para resistencia a la insulina en una muestra de pobladores peruanos
Authors: Vera-Ponce Víctor Juan , Guerra-Valencia Jamee , Poma Miguel Ángel , Loayza-Castro Joan A. , Zeñas-Trujillo Gianella Zulema , Zuzunaga-Montoya Fiorella E. , Torres-Malca Jenny Raquel , De La Cruz-Vargas Jhony A.
Published: September 2023

Introducción: La resistencia a la insulina (RI) es una de las principales causas del desarrollo de patologías crónicas. Es indispensable su detección temprana, por ello es importante estudiar métodos más asequibles y menos costosos como los biomarcadores. Objetivo: Determinar la precisión diagnóstica de once biomarcadores para RI en una muestra de pobladores peruanos. Metodología: Estudio de pruebas diagnósticas. Análisis de base de datos secundario del estudio PERU MIGRANT. Para medir RI se utilizó como referencia la evaluación del modelo homeostático (HOMA-IR) ? 2,8. Los biomarcadores se basaron en la ratio de lípidos, los indicadores de lípido visceral, los indicadores con triglicéridos y glucosa (TyG), y los indicadores con cintura abdominal. Para la precisión se utilizó el análisis de la curva de características operativas del receptor y el área bajo la curva (AUC) con sus respectivos intervalos de confianza al 95% (IC95%). Resultados: Se estudió a 938 participantes. La prevalencia de RI fue del 9,91%. En relación con el análisis ROC, el índice TyG – índice de masa corporal (TyG – IMC) tuvo el mayor AUC, tanto en hombres: AUC=0,85 (0,81 - 0,90), corte=241,55; sens=92,5 (79,6 - 98,4) y esp=78,3 (73,9 - 82,2); como en mujeres: AUC=0,81 (0,76 - 0,85), corte=258,77; sens=79,2 (70,3 - 86,5) y esp= 82,1 (78,0 - 85,8). Discusión: Según los datos analizados, el índice TyG-IMC es el mejor indicador para medir RI. Es un índice simple que se puede tomar de manera rutinaria en la práctica clínica diaria. Es conveniente añadir futuros estudios prospectivos que confirmen su capacidad predictiva.
Microcirugía y estrategias adyuvantes en el tratamiento de los aneurismas intracraneales.
Authors: Lacerda Gallardo Angel Jesus , Mazorra Pazos Miguel
Published: September 2023

Resumen: Objetivo: Evaluar la utilidad de diferentes maniobras adyuvantes para facilitar la micro disección y el presillamiento del cuello de los aneurismas intracraneales. Método: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo con todos los pacientes admitidos en el servicio de neurocirugía del Hospital “Roberto Rodríguez”, en Morón, Ciego de Ávila, Cuba, que presentaron un diagnóstico de aneurisma intracraneal y que fueran intervenidos con técnica de microcirugía para su exclusión de la circulación, en el periodo comprendido entre enero de 1997 y diciembre del 2020. Resultados: 201 pacientes fueron intervenidos, 198 (98,51%) con aneurismas de la circulación anterior y solo 3 (1,49%), de la circulación posterior. En total fueron abordados 252 sacos, se utilizaron estrategias adyuvantes al procedimiento convencional para facilitar el acto del presillamiento aneurismático como lo fueron el drenaje espinal continuo, la ventriculostomìa al exterior para drenaje de LCR y monitorización continua de la PIC y de la presión de retracción cerebral, cierre temporal de la arteria madre, succión retrograda descompresión en los aneurismas gigantes. El 74,62% de los casos se recuperaron sin ningún tipo de síntomas o secuelas y la mortalidad fue del 1,49%. Conclusiones: La microcirugía resulta un procedimiento eficaz, con elevado nivel de eficiencia, para el tratamiento de los aneurismas intracraneales en nuestro medio. Las estrategias adyuvantes facilitan la relajación del parénquima, la disección y el presillamiento del cuello aneurismático.
Tratamiento endovascular en patologías cerebrovasculares en el Instituto de Previsión Social del 2016 al 2019.
Authors: Castro-Florentín Javier Aníbal , Britez-Barrios Edulfo , Jara-Verón Juan José
Published: September 2023

Introducción: Las enfermedades cerebrovasculares son todas aquellas enfermedades en las que están involucrados principalmente los vasos sanguíneos del cerebro. Objetivo: Determinar la frecuencia de tratamientos endovasculares de patologías cerebrovasculares en el Instituto de Previsión Social para brindar un panorama epidemiológico y un abordaje del tratamiento endovascular. Metodología: Se trata de un estudio observacional, descriptivo, temporalmente retrospectivo y transversal. El muestreo se realizó mediante un método probabilístico aleatorio simple. Variables sociodemográficas: sexo y edad. Datos clínicos: hallazgos anfiográficos, motivo de consulta, diagnóstico, tratamiento y comorbilidades. Resultados: La frecuencia de tratamiento endovascular por patología cerebrovascular fue del 47,08%. En total, se incluyeron en el estudio 113 pacientes, la mayoría de los cuales eran mujeres. La edad promedio de los pacientes fue de 56 años y la edad más frecuente fue de 64 años. Los hallazgos más frecuentes fueron malformaciones arteriovenosas cerebrales, hallazgos angiográficos normales y aneurismas. Los motivos de consulta más frecuentes fueron cefaleas, déficits neurológicos, alteraciones sensoriales y convulsiones. Discusión: Estos hallazgos coinciden con la literatura al respecto y contribuyen al perfil epidemiológico de este grupo de patologías.
The Relationship Balanced Nutrition Guidelines with Nutritional Status of Students in Nutrition Study Program Ikest Muhammadiyah Palembang
Authors: Siti soleha Siti Soleha , Heri Shatriadi  , Anjelina
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Nutritional status is a condition that is determined by the level of physical need for energy and nutrients obtained from food intake and has a measurable physical impact. Aim. Method: This research used descriptive analytic research, with a cross- sectional approach (a cross-sectional Study), and data collection was carried out simultaneously using a questionnaire that aimed to determine the relationship between balanced nutritional guidelines and nutritional status. Results: The results of the analysis showed that 28.1% of students had abnormal nutritional status, and 71.9% had normal nutritional status. There is a relationship between the habit of consuming various foods, namely energy intake (p = 0.034) and protein (0.008) and nutritional status, clean and healthy lifestyle with nutritional status (p=0.029); physical activity (p-0.01) with nutritional status, and normal weight monitoring (p-0.01) with nutritional status Discussion:There is a relationship between balanced nutrition guidelines and the nutritional status of nutrition students.
Objectivity: Why it is Important and How it Can be Realised in Media Practice
Authors: B. Daniel , T.N. Gabriel , Y.A. Shemenenge
Published: September 2023

This study interrogates the growing tendency to assume the impossibility of journalistic objectivity. Specifically, it sieves through the controversies and articulates the way forward. The study adopts a Discourse Analysis approach and anchors its contentions on the Correspondence and Coherence theories. The analysis concludes that journalistic objectivity is distinctively a news function. And that it is not only desirable but possible and realisable if approached within a defined context. Based on this framework, the study provides a standard for achieving journalistic objectivity in media practice.
The Effect of Using Songs to Elevate Students’ Vocabulary Skill at SMP Yabes School
Authors: Zaharani Hetty
Published: September 2023

This study focuses on utilizing English songs as a means to enhance students' language skills and increase their motivation to learn English. The research aims to investigate the impact of song lyrics on expanding students' vocabulary. The study employs a quantitative research approach and involves one class of Seven-grade students from Yabes School, comprising 20 in the first semester of 2022-2023 academic year. The data collection instruments consist of pre-test and post-test assessments, which include fill-in-the-blank tests and multiple-choice questions. The findings reveal a significant improvement in vocabulary, as indicated by higher mean scores in the post-test (72) compared to the pre-test (45), resulting in a score increase of 27 points. This study concludes that the use of songs effectively enhances students' vocabulary acquisition by stimulating their learning process and fostering word memorization. The findings of the study indicate that the students perceived English songs as beneficial for their vocabulary learning, acquisition, and retention. The results demonstrated that the students believed that English songs had the ability to capture their interest in learning vocabulary. Furthermore, utilizing English songs assisted them in remembering the forms, meanings, and usage of the newly acquired vocabulary.

 

Keywords: Vocabulary enhancement, Song lyrics, Language skills, Motivation, Language acquisition
THE REAL READINESS TO DEAL WITH CITIZENS TEMPORARILY RESIDING IN THE CITY OF PLEVEN WITH CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR (CBRN) TERRORISM
Authors:   Department of Hygiene, Medical Ecology, Occupational Diseases and MBS Sector, Medical University, Pleven, Bulgaria., Vasileva Rositza , Kostadinova Penka ,   Department of Social Medicine and Health Management, Medical University - Pleven, Bulgaria.
Published: September 2023

Urbanization and population density in the city of Pleven create the conditions for anthropogenic disasters involving modern hazards such as disease-causing microorganisms, toxins, dangerous chemicals, hazardous weapon substances, radiation, and nuclear explosions. The study was conducted under project No. 13/2022 at MU - Pleven, involving 240 foreign citizens from 31 countries. The participants were divided into two age groups: 18 to 25 years (64%) and 26 to 35 years (36%). Their duration of stay in Pleven was categorized into up to 5 years (54%) and over 5 years (46%). Interestingly, more than 50% of the participants had experienced more than one distress situation before. The study used a sociological method to examine the readiness to protect themselves during disasters. The results revealed alarmingly low levels of awareness regarding anthropogenic disasters or terrorist acts in the city of Pleven, with only 15% and 5% of respondents being aware of them, respectively. Furthermore, over 60% of the respondents did not know who organizes aid for the population during disasters. Both age groups demonstrated inadequate knowledge and preparedness in dealing with a biological weapon infection outbreak. About 53% of participants did not know what to do in case of danger, 75% were unaware of the emergency phone number during disasters, 56% could not provide first aid to victims, and 64% lacked knowledge of appropriate actions in the event of a terrorist act.
Indirect Effect of Earnings Quality in the Linkage between Managerial Ability and Firm Performance: Evidence from an Emerging Economy
Authors: Zhang Guoxing, Aftab Hussain Tabasam, Muhammad Nadeem Khan Anam Ashiq,
Published: September 2023

Purpose: This paper investigates the associations among managerial ability (MA), earnings quality (EQ) and financial performance of the firm (FP) in the context of Pakistani economy.

 Design/methodology/approach: For testing objectives, the research proposed panel data model based on three earnings quality attributes, such as predictability, smoothness, and conservatism, between the managerial ability and corporate financial performance. For estimation, the study analyzed an unbalanced panel of 219 non-financial listed firms on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) for 2008-2021. To address the concerns of heteroscedasticity and autocorrelation, the study applied fixed effect regression with robust standard errors clustered at the firm level, as suggested by Newey and West (1987).

Findings: -The study provides that overall managerial ability enhances earnings quality and firm performance. In addition, it is observed that earnings quality plays a significant role in enhancing the firm financial performance. Furthermore, the findings also indicate that earnings quality partially mediates the linkage between managerial ability and firm performance. These results support the hypothesis that efficient managers enhance the earnings quality, reduce information asymmetries which translates into higher firm performance.

Research limitations/implications:  The current research is limited to the non-financial sector; however, the study findings are undeniably beneficial for corporate managers in the context of developing economies where the managerial skills, quality of earnings and regulatory control is poor.

Originality/value: -The novelty of the study lies in the managerial ability and performance linkage considering earning quality as a mediator. Standard-setters and regulators can use the study's findings to understand how managerial skills affect corporate practices, accounting standards and behaviour.
Zertifikatskurs „Forschungsdatenmanagement“ als Blaupause für die FDM-bezogene Kompetenzentwicklung im Rahmen der NFDI
Authors: Slowig Benjamin , Blümm Mirjam , Förstner Konrad U. , Lindstädt Birte , Müller Rabea , Lanczek Marvin
Published: September 2023

Der Zertifikatskurs Forschungsdatenmanagement hat sich als erstes strukturiertes und berufsbegleitendes Weiterbildungsangebot im Bereich des FDM-Kompetenzaufbau etabliert. Als Grundlage für eine Weiterentwicklung in der NFDI rückt vor allem dessen disziplinspezifische Adaption durch die Fachkonsortien in den Fokus. Dies geschieht u. a. im Rahmen der Sektion EduTrain. Neben der konzeptionellen Weiterentwicklung spielt das Ausrollen des Zertifikatskurses über die NFDI oder andere Akteure, wie die Landesinitiativen, aktuell eine große Rolle. Hiermit soll dem nachgewiesenen Bedarf an qualifizierten Personal im Forschungsdatenmanagement gemeinsam begegnet werden.
WissKI
Authors: Fichtner Mark , Nasarek Robert , Wiesing Tom
Published: September 2023

WissKI is a free and open source virtual research environment based on the free and open source content management system Drupal. It features everything that the content management system provides while using a triplestore for authorative data storage. Thus changes can be made in the triplestore and they are directly reflected by the system. Furthermore WissKI provides all features that are necessary for a full Linked Open Data Semantic Web platform.
Spreading the Love for Mathematical Research Data
Authors: Bacher Tabea , Görgen Christiane , Krause Tabea , Matt Andreas , Ramos Daniel , Violet Bianca
Published: September 2023

The Mathematical Research Data Initiative (MaRDI) is the NFDI consortium for the mathematics community. We outline some of the challenges we face in spreading a culture of mathematical research data to a large community and starting a cultural change. We highlight our approach to tackling these challenges and present some successful activities: a colorful newsletter, personal interviews, an entertaining rabbit, FAIR chocolate, and interactive formats.
RDM in Chemistry: How to Educate and Train Future Researchers to Manage Their Data
Authors: Ortmeyer Jochen , Fink Fabian , Hoffmann Alexander , Herres-Pawlis Sonja
Published: September 2023

For in-depth research data management in chemistry, a cultural change is inevitable. To foster this change, future researchers need to be educated accordingly. The presentation will provide an overview of the first teaching approaches in student courses in chemistry at RWTH Aachen University. On the long range, the integration into curricular teaching is key to the cultural change.
Quality Assessment for Research Data Management in Research Projects
Authors: Wawer Max Leo , Wurst Johanna , Lachmayer Roland
Published: September 2023

In the context of research data management (RDM), researchers are confronted with a multitude of new tasks and responsibilities. The totality of all tasks to ensure the re-use of data, long-term archiving, and access to data through data management planning, further data documentation, and provinces of data collection and analysis are described as research data management [1]. Often, the process of RDM is represented with data life cycle models, which include the basic phases of planning, data collection, analysis, archiving, access, and reuse [2].
高階擬真教育於孕產兒安全之應用
Authors: 沈靜茹 沈靜茹 , 辛幼玫 辛幼玫 , 王姮樺 王姮樺 , Heng-Hua Wang 劉信良
Published: September 2023

近年來，全球母嬰安全問題日益受到重視。根據世界衛生組織資料顯示，2020年，因孕產相關原因全球有近29萬女性喪命。其中，台灣的孕婦死亡率尤為引人關注，明顯超出周邊國家。鑒於此，衛生福利部已將“維護孕產兒安全”列入年度的病人安全重點工作。婦產科醫學培訓面臨眾多挑戰，不僅涉及複雜的臨床症狀辨識和高風險手術，還包括醫糾問題和醫患關係的管理。因此，以模擬為基礎的教育方法逐漸被認為是解決這些問題的關鍵策略。這種學習方式提供安全的模擬環境，使醫療從業者得以練習醫學技能、加強非技術性能力如團隊合作和溝通，並提升自信心，減輕臨床壓力。透過高階擬真模擬，我們不僅可以提供真實且低風險的學習環境，還能進一步優化醫學教育品質，為母嬰健康和安全提供有力的保障。此項文章旨在研析高階擬真教育在孕產兒安全中的卓越作用與提供實務經驗，期許為台灣和全球母嬰健康及安全帶來持續的進步。

 

Concern over maternal and neonatal safety has increased globally over the decades. According to data from the World Health Organization, approximately 290,000 women globally lost their lives due to pregnancy-associated complications in 2020. Of particular concern is Taiwan, where the maternal mortality rate significantly surpassed that of its neighboring countries. In response to these findings, Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare has prioritized enhancing pregnancy and childbirth safety as part of its annual patient safety initiatives.Students of obstetrics and gynecology must learn to grapple with a complex range of challenges, ranging from intricate clinical symptomatology and high-risk surgical procedures to the complexities of medicolegal disputes and doctor–patient relationships. Simulation-based educational paradigms have emerged as pivotal solutions to address these challenges. Such pedagogical approaches provide a controlled simulated environment that enables medical professionals to cultivate nontechnical competencies such as interdisciplinary collaboration and patient communication, augment clinical self-efficacy, and mitigate real-world anxieties. High-fidelity simulation holds the potential to deliver an authentic, risk-mitigated learning experience, thereby refining the pedagogical standards of medical education. This approach lays the foundation for enhanced maternal and neonatal safety outcomes.

 
Rezension von: Neumann, Ronald (Bearb.), Die Urkunden und Briefe aus dem Hessischen Hauptstaatsarchiv Wiesbaden
Authors: Fritz Gerhard , Neumann Ronald
Published: September 2023

Regesten Kaiser Friedrichs III. (1440-1493) / nach Archiven u. Bibliotheken geordnet u. hrsg. von Heinrich Koller. Hefts: Die Urkunden und Briefe aus dem Hessischen und Hauptstaatsarchiv Wiesbaden / bearb. von Ronald Neumann. - Wien; Köln; Graz: Böhlau, 1988. - 234 S.
Rezension von: Lenz, Rudolf u.a. (Bearb.), Katalog der Leichenpredigten und sonstiger Trauerschriften in der Hessischen Landes- und Hochschulbibliothek Darmstadt
Authors: Fritz Gerhard , Lenz Rudolf
Published: September 2023

Katalog der Leichenpredigten und sonstiger Trauerschriften in der Hessischen Landes- und Hochschulbibliothek Darmstadt / bearb. von Rudolf Lenz u. a. Katalog- und Registerband. - Sigmaringen: Thorbecke, 1990. - 533, 439 S. (Marburger Personalschriften-Forschungen; Bd. 11,1; 11,2)
Rezension von: Maurer, Helmut (Bearb.), Baden-Württemberg
Authors: Fritz Gerhard , Maurer Helmut
Published: September 2023

Die deutschen Königspfalzen. Repertorium der Pfalzen, Königshöfe und übrigen Aufenthaltsorte der Könige im deutschen Reich des Mittelalters. Hrsg, vom Max-Planck-Institut für Geschichte. Redaktion Thomas Zotz. Bd. 3: Baden-Württemberg, 1. Lieferung. Bearb. von Helmut Maurer. Göttingen: Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht 1988. XXII und 112 S., 4 Tafeln
Rezension von: Kirchgässner, Bernhard; Scholz, Günter (Hrsg.), Stadt und Krieg
Authors: Fritz Gerhard , Kirchgässner Bernhard , Scholz Günter
Published: September 2023

Stadt und Krieg / hrsg. von Bernhard Kirchgässner u. Günter Scholz. - Sigmaringen: Thorbecke, 1989. - 294 S. (Stadt in der Geschichte; 15)
Rezension von: Maier, Hans; Press, Volker (Hrsg.), Vorderösterreich in der frühen Neuzeit
Authors: Fritz Gerhard , Maier Hans , Press Volker
Published: September 2023

Vorderösterreich in der frühen Neuzeit. Hrsg, von Hans Maier u. Volker Press. Unter Mitarbeit von Dieter Stievermann. Sigmaringen: Thorbecke, 1989. - 451 S.
Rezension von: Roth, Helmut, Kunst und Handwerk im frühen Mittelalter
Authors: Reinhold Gotthard G. G. , Roth Helmut
Published: September 2023

Helmut Roth: Kunst und Handwerk im frühen Mittelalter. Archäologische Zeugnisse von Childerichl. bis zu Karl dem Großen. - Stuttgart: Theiss, 1986. - 320 S.: 112 Kunstdrucktaf., 52 davon in Farbe, 11 Ill. im Text.
Rezension von: Ehrler, Hans Heinrich, Aus der Heimat in die Heimat
Authors: Göpfert Eberhard , Ehrler Hans Heinrich
Published: September 2023

Hans Heinrich Ehrler: Aus der Heimat in die Heimat. Mergentheimer Lesebuch. Textauswahl und Nachwort: Ulrich Lempp. - Bad Mergentheim: Zehnder, 1991. - 112 S.
Rezension von: Sebald, Hans, Hexen damals - und heute?
Authors: Kohl Herbert , Sebald Hans
Published: September 2023

Hans Sebald: Hexen damals - und heute? - Frankfurt am Main: Umschau, 1987.-276 S.: zahlr. Ill.
Rezension von: Beck, Otto (Hrsg.), Baindt - hortus floridus
Authors: Kohl Herbert , Beck Otto
Published: September 2023

Otto Beck (Hrsg.): Baindt - Hortus Floridus. Geschichte und Kunstwerke der früheren Zisterzienserinnen-Reichsabtei. Festschrift zur 750-Jahrfeier der Klostergründung 1240-1990. - München; Zürich: Schnell u. Steiner, 1990. - 132 S.: zahlr. Ill.
A retrospective survey on the relationship between Prakriti (body constitution) and mental health
Authors: Dharmarathna A.B. , Kulathunga W.M.S.S.K.
Published: September 2023

Prakriti of a person means original creation that is translated as a person’s constitution. There are two types of Prakriti viz. Shareerika and Manasika are described in ancient Ayurveda texts. While Vata, Pitta and Kapha determine the characteristics of the body (Shareere), the Sattva, Rajas and Tamo Guna are said to influence the attitudes and behaviour of an individual. Mental status can be defined as a comprehensive description or statement of a patient’s intellectual capacity, emotional state and general mental health based on the examiner's observations and directed interview including assessment of mood, behaviour, orientation, judgment, memory, problem-solving ability and contact with reality. The present study aims to establish the interrelationship between Prakriti and mental state and to find out the socio-demographic characteristics of the participants. A retrospective survey was conducted on Ayurvedic Medical Officers with the help of Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery graduates. All the participants were between the age group of 20-45 years. Both males and females were included in the training programme at the Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo. A selfassessment questionnaire was used for the survey. In the present study, the majority of participants belong to the age group between 31-40 years (92.8%) of which 88% of participants were females. It has been found that the majority of the participants were living in the Suburban area (49.4%) and their education level was recorded till graduation. The present study revealed that 56.6% of participants have Sathwa Manasika Prakriti whereas 44.6 participants have PittaKapha Shareerika Prakriti. The mental state revealed 81.95% of normal, 13.3% of mild and 4.8% of moderate mental status. The study concludes that there was a significant relationship between Manasika Prakriti and mental status (p = 0.008) whereas the relationship of Shareerika Prakriti with mental status was found insignificant (p = 0.287).
Health seeking behavior among tertiary school female students with Dysmenorrhea in Delta State, South-South, Nigeria
Authors: Owonaro Peter A. , Arute John E. , Uweru Benedicta C. , Eniojukan Joshua F.
Published: September 2023

Dysmenorrhea, also referred to as painful menstruation, is a common chronic pelvic pain syndrome that affects women that are of childbearing age and it is positively linked with recurrent short-term absence from school among adolescent girls accompanied by diminished health-related quality of life. This study examined various correlates of healthcare-seeking behavior for dysmenorrhea among female students in three tertiary institutions in the Delta state of Nigeria. The research design was cross-sectional employing the questionnaire as a research instrument. A total of 400 female students randomly selected in the three tertiary institutions, filled and returned the questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential methods were used to analyze the data. The most recurring age groups in COE and DELSU were 16-21years (49.3% and 54% respectively) while DSSH was 22-27years (39%). Over 75% of all respondents were single;. Across the institutions, the majority (26.3%) visited the chemist, 22.3% the pharmacy, 13.0% the hospital and 1.5% sought health care from herbal and spiritual homes. For self-medication, 59.8% used Paracetamol and 1.5% resorted to herbs to relieve menstrual pain. Generally, more people patronized private health facilities; there was a significant difference across educational institutions (p<0.05) in the first point of call during menstrual pains/cramps, Self-medication usage, Herbal preparation usage and Effectiveness of self-medication. The use of self-medication had a relationship with the severity of cramps in all institutions, [COE (p=0.009), DELSU (p=0.036) and DSSH (p=0.036). Overall, the magnitude of appropriate healthcare-seeking behavior was satisfactory
Կանանց կերպարները «Սասնա ծռեր» հերոսավեպի Մոկաց պատումներում
Authors: Պողոսյան Աննա
Published: September 2023

The analysis of female characters of the heroic epic "Sasna Tsrer" revealed that there are ten female images in the epic, which are divided into two main groups from the pers-pective of relation to the heroes of the epic: relatives and aliens. Moreover, the dearest is the character of the foremother Tsovinar. These images have ancient mythical roots, figur-ative parallels or traces of many of them are observed in the epics of various peoples. These images thicken or typify the actions of male heroes, prevent or exacerbate conflict clashes, and receive a decisive role in the development of the events of the epic. Female images in the epic are created by powerful epic-artistic poetry, ideal representations of folk poetic thinking and, undoubtedly, with heroic accents.
UIPATH BOT FRAMEWORK: ACCELERATING RPA DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION
Authors: Potturu Sai Madhur
Published: September 2023

This research paper explores the significance of the “UiPath Bot Framework” and its pivotal role in streamlining UiPath bot development processes. In an era where businesses are constantly seeking ways to enhance efficiency and productivity, UiPath has emerged as a powerful tool for automating repetitive tasks and driving digital transformation.

UiPath's intuitive interface, AI-powered intelligence, and extensive capabilities have made it a preferred choice for organizations worldwide. Its ability to automate tasks, boost efficiency, cut costs, integrate with existing systems, and facilitate rapid scalability has led to high demand in the industry. As UiPath's adoption continues to grow, the need for structured and systematic approaches to bot development becomes increasingly apparent.

The central idea of this research paper revolves around the introduction and exploration of the "UiPath Bot Framework." This framework serves as a standardized foundation that guides developers in building bots, ensuring consistency, scalability, and success. It is particularly valuable when collaborating with citizen developers and establishing Centers of Excellence (COEs) for RPA within organizations.

The paper delves into the fundamental elements of the UiPath Bot Framework, emphasizing key components such as context ID creation, working folder setup, log management, configuration file reading, error handling, standardized communication, and secure bot execution environments. These components collectively contribute to a structured and resilient approach to bot development.

Furthermore, the UiPath Bot Framework significantly accelerates the development lifecycle by providing developers with a well-defined starting point. It allows developers to focus on crafting functionalities specific to their use cases without reinventing common practices for each bot. This streamlined approach not only saves time and resources but also empowers developers to innovate and create value-added features.

To illustrate the practical application of the UiPath Bot Framework, the paper presents two comprehensive case studies: "Data Synchronization" and "HR Onboarding." These scenarios demonstrate how the framework's standardized components, streamlined practices, and reliable error management accelerate the development of distinct automation use cases.

In conclusion, the UiPath Bot Framework represents a paradigm shift in UiPath bot development, emphasizing the importance of consistency, resilience, design patterns, and development acceleration. This research paper offers insights into the benefits of adopting the UiPath Bot Framework and its potential to revolutionize UiPath bot development practices, ultimately contributing to the realization of more efficient and effective automation solutions.
PROFILING OF PHYLLANTHUS AMARUS PHYTOCHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS AND EVALUATION OF ASSOCIATED ANTIMALARIAL ACTIVITY AND ANTIOXIDANT POTENTIAL IN EXPERIMENTAL MICE
Authors: Ezedom Theresa , Onyesom Innocent , Ejiro Awhin Prosper , Obogheneophruhe Elu Chinwendu , Onyewonuwa Acha Joy
Published: September 2023

The failing curative ability of antimalarials has prompted an open discussion for the use of antioxidants in combination with antimalarials for effective chemotherapy. This study profiled the phytochemical constituents of Phyllanthus amarus and evaluated their antimalarial and antioxidant activities. Phytochemical screening, antimalarial and acute oral toxicity were determined according to standard procedures. Blood antioxidant activity was assessed by measuring antioxidant enzymes and nitric oxide (NO), concentrations of malarial infected mice treated with P. amarus phytochemicals. Alkaloids, the most abundant phytochemical, demonstrated the highest malarial parasite chemosuppression and greatly improved NO concentration in infected mice. However, flavonoid extract demonstrated the highest antioxidant potential with most significant impact on catalase and malondialdehyde activity. Alkaloid may function as antimalarial agent by inhibiting haem polymerization to hemozoin as judged by its increased effect on NO concentration which bears an reverse relationship with hemozoin.
PENGARUH EFEKTIVITAS IKLAN DAN KREDIBILITAS BRAND AMBASSADOR TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN MIE INSTANT LEMONILO DI JAKARTA UTARA
Authors: Cindy Claudya  , Tumpal J.R. Sitinjak
Published: September 2023

Untuk dapat bersaing di pasar, perusahaan perlu melakukan promosi, tidak terkecuali bagi Lemonilo yang menyediakan mie instant dengan competitor yang cukup besar. Efektivitas iklan dan kredibilitas brand ambassador merupakan faktor yang dapat digunakan sebagai media promosi untuk menentukan keputusan pembelian. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui pengaruh efektivitas iklan dan kredibilitas brand ambassador terhadap keputusan pembelian produk Mie Instant Lemonilo. Teori yang akan digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah efektivitas iklan, kredibilitas brand ambassador, dan keputusan pembelian. Terdapat dua jenis variabel dalam penelitian ini, yaitu variabel independen yang terdiri dari efektivitas iklan dan kredibilitas brand ambassador, dan variabel dependen yang terdiri dari keputusan pembelian. Objek penelitian ini adalah Mie Instant Lemonilo. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah analisis deskriptif dan regresi ganda. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menyebar kuesioner melalui google form kepada 100 sampel konsumen Mie Instant Lemonilo sebagai respondennya. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan cara nonprobability sampling dengan teknik judgement sampling. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan efektivitas iklan dan kredibilitas brand ambassador terbukti berpengaruh positif terhadap keputusan pembelian.