bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analisis Pengaruh Current Ratio, Debt to Equity Ratio, Net Profit Margin dan Total Aset Turnover Terhadap Harga Saham pada Perusahaan Sektor Energi di Bursa Efek Indonesia Periode 2019-2022
Authors: Suhari Budi , Sibarani Mentiana , Heryanto Soegieharto Dhany
Published: March 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of liquidity ratios, profitability, solvency and asset turnover ratios on share prices in energy sector companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The phenomenon that occurred was when the energy sector stock index became the highest compared to other sectors throughout 2022, reaching 36 percent with growth of 2.1 percent. The sampling method for this research uses a purposive sampling method, where of the eighty-four energy sector companies, only thirty-two companies were selected that had complete financial reports for 2021-2022. The results of the research show that the variable factors Current Ratio and Debt to Equity Ratio partially have a negative effect on stock prices, while the variable factors Net Profit Margin and Total Asset Turnover ratios partially have a positive effect on stock prices. Meanwhile, simultaneously the variables Current Ratio, Net Profit Margin, Debt to Equity Ratio and Total Asset Turnover have a significant influence on share prices. It is hoped that future research will be able to determine the effect on stock returns.
The quest for explosive bubbles in the Indonesian Rupiah/US exchange rate: Does the uncertainty trinity matter?
Authors: Khaliq Abdul , Karimi Syafruddin , Taifur Werry Darta , Ridwan Endrizal
Published: March 2024

The Generalized Supremum Augmented Dickey-Fuller (GSADF) technique is performed to resolve whether the Indonesian Rupiah/US exchange rate has experienced multiple explosive bubbles. The GSADF uncovers that the Indonesian Rupiah/US exchange rate deviates from the fundamental values by six times from January 1985 to September 2023, periodically indicating the presence of numerous explosive behaviors. Once the full-sample period separates into the managed-floating regime and the free-floating regime, the GSADF still detects multiple bubbles. Of particular curiosity on uncertainty trinity, this study underlines that global geopolitical risk negatively drives explosive actions in the ratio of exchange rates for non-traded and traded goods. The global economic policy uncertainty negatively affects speculative bubbles in the exchange rate and the ratio of exchange rates for non-traded. The country's geopolitical risks negatively strike only speculative bubbles in the exchange rate. Further, we find heterogeneity in our results by examining different exchange rate systems. The robustness checks further firmly ascertain across baseline empirical findings.
The impact of cloud computing on supply chain performance the mediating role of knowledge sharing in utilities and energy sectors
Authors: Fraihat Baha Aldeen Mohammad , Zowid Fauzi , Ayasrah Firas Tayseer Mohammad , Rababah Abedalqader , Ahmad Ahmad Y. A. Bani , Othman Othman Hussein othman
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this research was to analyze the increased performance improvement in the supply chain related to the energy and utilities sector of Jordan through cloud computing, also mediated by knowledge sharing. 150 respondents were analyzed. Research suggests that there was a strong positive relationship between cloud computing and supply chain performance. In addition, cloud computing had a strong and positive correlation with the practice of knowledge sharing. The result indicates that companies with a culture of knowledge sharing among employees were more likely to incorporate the use of cloud computing. The study also indicates that cloud computing adoption had enhanced supply chain performance in the utility and energy sector within Jordan. Therefore, the study also finds that there was a strong and positive relationship between knowledge sharing and well overall performance of supply chain activities. This points to the role that knowledge-sharing practices play in improving the performance of the supply chain within Jordanian utilities and energy sectors. Furthermore, the findings of the mediation study provide strong evidence in support of our hypothesis that knowledge sharing plays a major role as a mediator relating to the relationship between cloud computing adoption and supply chain performance. The observed mediation effect suggests that the positive impact of cloud computing implementation on supply chain performance can be attributed to some extent to its facilitating knowledge exchange practices. However, this research improves the understanding of relationships among cloud computing adoption implementations and information structure flow as well as supply chain performance within Utilities These results emphasize the importance of cloud technologies as information drivers that would lead to enhanced performance in terms of supply chain operations. These are insights that can be used by organizations and businesses aiming at improving their competitiveness and efficiency levels in these sectors.
The dynamic role of the Internet of Things (IoT) on the excel performance of Islamic banks in United Arab Emirates
Authors: Mbaidin Hisham O.
Published: March 2024

The rapid advancement of technology has substantially impacted numerous sectors, including the banking industry. It is now apparent that the banking industry is affected by the innovative role that the Internet of Things (IoT) plays, which affects a multitude of operations and services. This study uses a quantitative approach and PLS-SEM to investigate the widespread impact of Internet of Things (IoT) technology on the Excel Performance of Islamic Banks in the UAE. The study integrates the Resource-Based View (RBV), Islamic Banking Theories, and Fraud Triangle Theory to create a complete framework. The research's reliability is supported by a sample of 407 replies from 504 participants. The findings strongly support the hypotheses that IoT integration improves Islamic banking performance in the UAE, such as data analytics, customer service, automation systems, fraud detection capabilities, and asset-backed finance, while aligning with Sharia Principles and improving risk-sharing mechanisms. However, the influence of IoT on escalating fraudulent activities and hence negatively impacting performance was not proven. The study emphasizes the importance of IoT in improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in Islamic banks in the UAE.
Investigation on Biological Activities of Thiosemicarbazide Derived Schiff Base-Metal Complexes
Authors: Islam Tariqul , Amin Bitu Nur , Hossen Faruk , Asraf Ali , E-Zahan Kudrat
Published: March 2024

A Schiff base ligand was synthesized via the condensation reaction of thiosemicarbazide and salicylaldehyde. A series of transition metal complexes of VO(IV), Ni(II), Cu(II), and Zn(II) were obtained by the complexation reaction with the synthesized Schiff base ligand. The Schiff base ligand and its metal complexes were characterized by UV-Vis and FTIR spectroscopy, TGA-DTA, and some physical measurements. FTIR spectral studies showed that the NOS donor ligand coordinated to the metal ions through the N of azomethine group, S of thiolate, and O of deprotonated hydroxyl group. Molar conductance values indicated non electrolytic nature of the complexes. Magnetic moment values coupled with electronic spectral data exhibited the geometrical structure of the complexes. The Schiff base and its complexes were exposed to disinfectant studies tested by using the disc diffusion method. All the synthesized compounds exhibited moderate to strong antibacterial activity. The copper complexes showed more antibacterial activity than other complexes and Schiff bases. All the Synthesized complexes showed a good cytotoxic activity.
Virtual Screening and Pharmacophore Modeling for discovery of Biologically Active Natural Products as Inhibitors of Odorant-binding Proteins
Authors: Kumar Mittapalli Sathish , Sharath Chandra J N Narendra , Prakash Soni Jay , Babu Tripathi Ram , Rizwana Iffath
Published: March 2024

More than 100 nations in Africa, the Americas and the Eastern Mediterranean have endemic dengue and malaria, and these bites have the potential to have inflammatory or infectious local or systemic effects. The mosquito repellents from various sources were examined and plant repellents, researchers frequently exaggerate toxicity of the mentioned compound, alleging that it poses a threat to human health or even the environment and reported by recent studies. The aim of the research article, the historical developmental strategies of synthetics and natural and those acts on certain targets as repellent property, target discovery aims to identify and validate appropriate pharmacological targets for therapeutic interventions and establishment of correlations between the molecule and its potency as repellent using various physicochemical parameters and in silico studies. From this study proved that some of the natural compounds were potent in comparison with the some of the standard insect repellents and the paradigm offers a wide variety of prospects that will fasten the lead molecular modifications influences the novel targets and ultimately result in the optimization of the molecular properties by considering the all the methodologies leads to design novel molecules.
Mechanisms and potential applications of COPS6 in pan-cancer therapy
Authors: Wu Tong , Ji Miao-Rong , Luo Lian-Xiang
Published: March 2024

The COP9 signalosome subunit 6 (COPS6) is abnormally overexpressed in many malignancies, yet its precise role in carcinogenesis is unknown. To gain a better understanding of COPS6's role, the authors conducted a pan-cancer analysis using various bioinformatics techniques such as differential expression patterns, prognostic value, gene mutations, immune infiltration, correlation analysis, and functional enrichment assessment. Results showed that COPS6 was highly correlated with prognosis, immune cell infiltration level, tumor mutation burden, and microsatellite instability in patients with a range of tumor types. This suggests that COPS6 may be a potential target for cancer treatment. Overall, this research provides insight into COPS6's role in cancer development and its potential therapeutic applications.
Role of targeting ferroptosis as a component of combination therapy in combating drug resistance in colorectal cancer
Authors: Xie Xiao-Ting , Pang Qiang-Hu , Luo Lian-Xiang
Published: March 2024

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a form of cancer that is often resistant to chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy due to its genomic instability and inflammatory tumor microenvironment. Ferroptosis, a type of non-apoptotic cell death, is characterized by the accumulation of iron and the oxidation of lipids. Studies have revealed that the levels of reactive oxygen species and glutathione in CRC cells are significantly lower than those in healthy colon cells. Erastin has emerged as a promising candidate for CRC treatment by diminishing stemness and chemoresistance. Moreover, the gut, responsible for regulating iron absorption and release, could influence CRC susceptibility through iron metabolism modulation. Investigation into ferroptosis offers new insights into CRC pathogenesis and clinical management, potentially revolutionizing treatment approaches for therapy-resistant cancers.
Establishment of a prognosis predictive model for liver cancer based on expression of genes involved in the ubiquitin-proteasome pathway
Authors: Li Hua , Ma Yi-Po , Wang Hai-Long , Tian Cai-Juan , Guo Yi-Xian , Zhang Hong-Bo , Liu Xiao-Min , Liu Peng-Fei
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

The ubiquitin-proteasome pathway (UPP) has been proven to play important roles in cancer.

AIM

To investigate the prognostic significance of genes involved in the UPP and develop a predictive model for liver cancer based on the expression of these genes.

METHODS

In this study, UPP-related E1, E2, E3, deubiquitylating enzyme, and proteasome gene sets were obtained from the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) database, aiming to screen the prognostic genes using univariate and multivariate regression analysis and develop a prognosis predictive model based on the Cancer Genome Atlas liver cancer cases.

RESULTS

Five genes (including autophagy related 10, proteasome 20S subunit alpha 8, proteasome 20S subunit beta 2, ubiquitin specific peptidase 17 like family member 2, and ubiquitin specific peptidase 8) were proven significantly correlated with prognosis and used to develop a prognosis predictive model for liver cancer. Among training, validation, and Gene Expression Omnibus sets, the overall survival differed significantly between the high-risk and low-risk groups. The expression of the five genes was significantly associated with immunocyte infiltration, tumor stage, and postoperative recurrence. A total of 111 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were identified between the high-risk and low-risk groups and they were enriched in 20 and 5 gene ontology and KEGG pathways. Cell division cycle 20, Kelch repeat and BTB domain containing 11, and DDB1 and CUL4 associated factor 4 like 2 were the DEGs in the E3 gene set that correlated with survival.

CONCLUSION

We have constructed a prognosis predictive model in patients with liver cancer, which contains five genes that associate with immunocyte infiltration, tumor stage, and postoperative recurrence.
Rezension von: Pfeifer, Wilhelm, Wappen, Siegel und Fahne der Stadt Schwäbisch Hall
Authors: Beutter Herta , Pfeifer Wilhelm
Published: March 2024

Wilhelm Pfeifer: Wappen, Siegel und Fahne der Stadt Schwäbisch Hall (Schriftenreihe des Vereins Alt Hall e.V. Heft 3/4). Schwäbisch Hall 1975. 135 S., 75 Abb., darunter 11 farbige. DM 12,-.
Rezension von: Staatliche Akademie Comburg (Hrsg.), Comburg
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Staatliche Akademie (Comburg)
Published: March 2024

Comburg. Kloster - Chorherrenstift - Staatliche Akademie für Lehrerfortbildung. 47 S. Ill.
Rezension von: Bischof, Heinz, Hohenlohekreis
Authors: Gräter Carlheinz , Bischof Heinz
Published: March 2024

Heinz Bischof: Hohenlohekreis. Karlsruhe: Badenia 1976, 132 S., mehr als 150 Fotos von Albrecht Gaebele, 2 Übersichtskarten und gut 30 Vignetten von Richard Bellm. DM 29,80
Rezension von: Pfeiffer, Gerhard, Quellen zur Nürnberger Reformationsgeschichte
Authors: Zieger Andreas , Pfeiffer Gerhard
Published: March 2024

Gerhard Pfeiffer: Quellen zur Nürnberger Reformationsgeschichte. Von der Duldung liturgischer Änderungen bis zur Ausübung des Kirchenregiments durch den Rat (Juni 1524 - Juni 1525). Nürnberg 1968. 494 S.
Rezension von: Bernhardt, Walter; Seigel, Rudolf, Bibliographie der Hohenzollerischen Geschichte ...
Authors: Ulshöfer Kuno , Bernhardt Walter , Seigel Rudolf
Published: March 2024

1. Walter Bernhardt, Rudolf Seigel: Bibliographie der Hohenzollerischen Geschichte. Arbeiten zur Landeskunde Hohenzollems. Bd. 12. 1975. 688 S.2. Bibliographie zur Hennebergischen Geschichte. Bearb. v. E. Henning u. G. Jochums. Mitteldeutsche Forschungen. Bd. 80. 1976. DM 48,-. 172 S.
Rezension von: Schmid, Heinz Dieter (Hrsg.), Fragen an die Geschichte
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Schmid Heinz Dieter
Published: March 2024

Heinz Dieter Schmid: Fragen an die Geschichte. Frankfurt: Hirschgraben Verlag. Band 1. Weltreiche am Mittelmeer. 222 S. - Bd. 2. Die europäische Christenheit. 230 S. - Bd. 3. Europäische Weltgeschichte. 291 S. Lehrerbegleitband 1. 180 S.
Rezension von: Willoweit, Dietmar, Rechtsgrundlagen der Territorialgewalt
Authors: Finke Karl Konrad , Willoweit Dietmar
Published: March 2024

Dietmar Willoweit: Rechtsgrundlagen der Territorialgewalt. Köln, Wien: Böhlau 1975. XLVI, 378 S. (Forschungen zur Deutschen Rechtsgeschichte. Bd. 11.) DM 70,-.
Rezension von: Jäger, Herbert, Reichsstadt und Schwäbischer Kreis
Authors: Ulshöfer Kuno , Jäger Herbert
Published: March 2024

Herbert Jäger: Reichsstadt und Schwäbischer Kreis. Korporative Städtepolitik im 16. Jahrhundert unter der Führung von Ulm und Augsburg. (Göppinger akad. Beiträge Nr. 95.) 1975. 328 S. DM 45,-.
Rezension von: Zillhardt, Gerd (Bearb.), Der Dreißigjährige Krieg in zeitgenössischer Darstellung
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Heberle Hans
Published: March 2024

Gerd Zillhardt: Der Dreißigjährige Krieg in zeitgenössischer Darstellung. Hans Heberles „Zeytregister” 1618-72. Aufzeichnungen aus dem Ulmer Territorium. Ein Beitrag zu Geschichtsschreibung und Geschichtsverständnis der Unterschichten. (Forschungen zur Geschichte der Stadt Ulm Bd. 13.) Ulm 1975, 319 S.
Rezension von: Wendehorst, Alfred, Kulturgeschichte
Authors: Ulshöfer Kuno , Wendehorst Alfred
Published: March 2024

Alfred Wendehorst: Das Juliusspital in Würzburg. Bd. I: Kulturgeschichte. Hrg. vom Oberpflegamt der Stiftung. 1976. 256 S. DM 34,-.
Rezension von: Aust, Siegfried u.a., Aus Erziehungs-, Sozial- und Geisteswissenschaften
Authors: Zieger Andreas , Aust Siegfried
Published: March 2024

Abhandlungen aus der Pädagogischen Hochschule Berlin. Hrg. von W. Heistermann. Bd. I. Aus Erziehungs-, Sozial- und Geisteswissenschaften. Berlin 1974. 351 S.
Rezension von: Urban, Paul (Bearb.), Johannes Kepler
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Urban Paul
Published: March 2024

Johannes Kepler 1571-1971. Gedenkschrift der Universität Graz, hrsg. vom Akademischen Senat (Paul Urban und Berthold Sutter). Graz: Leykam 1975. 774 S., 72 Tfl. DM 49,70
Türkiye’den KKTC’ye Su Temini Projesi’nde İklim Değişimi Etkileri
Authors: Öztürk İzzet
Published: March 2024

A sea-crossing suspended water transmission pipeline (TRNC Water Supply) project has been developed for sustainable water transfer from Türkiye to the Cyprus Island in order to provide a permanent solution to the water problem in TRNC. The project, which has been completed in October 2015 had a total investment cost of 1.32 x 109 ₺ (480 x 106 $). The unit capitalized cost of the water with flowrate 75 x 106 m3/ year is calculated to be 0.6 $/m3, and the investment is expected to be repaid in 5.3 years. The aim of this study is to predict the impact of climate change scenarios on the water resources of the Eastern Mediterranean Watershed (supplying water from Dragon Creek to TRNC) of Türkiye by means of various simulations conducted for the projection period of 2015-2100. A regional climate model that is the output of 3 global models has been operated with RCP4.5 & RCP8.5 scenarios at the basin scale with a resolution of 10x10 km. Hydrologic models of SWAT and supporting WEAP models have been utilized to determine the variation of surface and groundwater resources based on the climate change projections. Hydrological Model Projections show that there may be a decrease of approximately 30-40% in the Blue Water Potential of the Eastern Mediterranean Basin, including the Dragon Stream, which supplies water from Türkiye to the TRNC during the 2015-2100 period. However, with the implementation of best practices related to adaptation to climate change, it is seen that there will not be any significant problem in the sustainability of 75 $ million m3/year water transfer from Dragon Stream to TRNC
ELECTRONIC NOTARIES IN RUSSIA AND SPAIN: COMPARATIVE ASPECT ANALYSIS
Authors:   Federal State Educational Institution of Higher Education “Volgograd State University”, ARTAMONNIKOVA S.V.
Published: March 2024

Today, the era of digitalization brings many new opportunities that are aimed at improving and simplifying work in various fields of activity. Particular attention is paid to the use of information technology in government agencies, including the area of document management. The notary, as an important link in the legal system, also does not remain aloof from this process. Traditionally, notarial acts required the physical presence of the parties and the notary, as well as paperwork. However, with the development of information technology and the introduction of electronic document management, notaries began to actively use digital tools to improve their work. In the article, the author examines the characteristic features of electronic actions performed by notaries of the Russian Federation and Spain, and also conducts a comparative analysis of some aspects of the use of electronic document management and digital document formats in notarial practice in different countries.
Influences of oxytocin on serological parameters of obese and non-obese rats
Authors: Soares Trayse Graneli , Silva Priscilla Elias Ferreira da , Picelli Julia Perinotto , Cruvinel Carolina da Silva , Rosado Isabel Rodrigues , Martin Ian , Madeira Marina Cazarini , Bittar Eustáquio Resende , Bittar Joely Ferreira Figueiredo , Alves Endrigo Gabellini Leonel
Published: March 2024

Oxytocin, a hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus and stored in the neurohypophysis, plays roles in uterine contraction and milk ejection, with receptors expressed in various organs, including the kidney and liver. This study assessed oxytocin's effects on these organs in obese and non-obese rats, using serum enzymes and biochemical parameters. Ninety-six rats were divided into four groups, receiving different treatments. Results showed significant reductions in urea, AST, AP, TP, albumin, and globulin in non-obese rats treated with oxytocin. In contrast, changes in TP, albumin, and globulin were observed in all groups. Creatinine, ALT, GGT, and CK levels showed no significant differences. These findings suggest that oxytocin may mitigate kidney and liver damage by suppressing inflammation and apoptosis, altering biomarker levels.
A Pushover analysis approach considering structural and loading uncertainties for seismic performance assessment
Authors: Badaoui Mohamed , Rahmani Abdallah Yacine , Bourahla Nouredine , Hachi Sarra , Benyagoub Mohamed
Published: March 2024

This paper proposes an approach for evaluating the seismic performance of buildings. By considering the uncertainties in material and geometrical properties of the structural elements as well as those related to the seismic loading, this method aims to delimit the performance zone of the structure rather than focusing on a single performance point commonly used in pushover analysis. This zone makes it possible to identify the probable levels of performance of the building linked to uncertainties and to indicate the most severe level of damage. Reasoning by performance points leads to an answer that gives a single state of damage. The performance zone is defined by capacity curves and response spectrum representing the mean values plus and minus standard deviation obtained by Monte Carlo simulations. These simulations consider the stiffnesses of the structural elements, the natural periods, and the damping ratio of the response spectrum as random variables. The application of the procedure to a case of a building made it possible to identify the upper limit of damage corresponding to the most unfavourable scenario of uncertainties, as well as the situation of the response value of the studied structure in the performance zone, indicating a less critical level of damage (minor damage) to the building. The calculation of the performance point revealed a level of damage oscillating between Immediate Occupancy (IO) and Life Safety (LS). Considering the uncertainties in the material and geometric properties of the structural elements as well as those linked to the response spectrum, the probable extreme damage state is between the LS and CP levels (severe damage).
A 5-fold Interpenetrated and Porous Dia-net Metal-Organic Framework Constrcuted from Long and Linear Phenyl-carboxylate Linkers
Authors: Yin Zheng
Published: March 2024

Interpenetration regulation is of great significance for both the crystal engineering and functional chemistry of MOFs. The combination of long and linear ditopic organic linkers with single or small metal node is effective to produce interpenetration metal-organic framework. Here, a 5-fold interpenetrated and porous dia-net metal-organic framework of [Cd(tpdc)2 ]·3DMF (Cd-MOF, H2 tpdc = 2′,5′-dimethylterphenyl-4,4″-dicarboxylate) was synthesizd under solvothermal reaction, which was structurally characterizaed by single X-ray crystal diffraction, coupled with thermal and luminescence properties study. The compound crystallises in monoclinic P2/c space group with cell parameters of a = 15.7789(4) Å, b = 24.8437(7) Å, c = 26.3720(4) Å, α = 90o , β = 96.5583(19)o , γ = 90o , and V = 23967 Å3 There are 1D channels and porosity of 57.5% for the Cd-MOF, which is a rare example of MOFs with coexistence of high-degree interpenetration and high porosity. The MOF can thermally stable up to 360 o C, with light blue lumiscent emission at 360 nm under a ultraviolet radiation.
Retrospective comparison of the frequency of Do Not Intubate orders among patients diagnosed with sepsis in the emergency room between 2017 and 2022
Authors: Tamura Nobuichiro , Yamamoto Atsushi , Echigoya Ryosuke , Ikegami Tetsunori
Published: March 2024

Background: This study retrospectively evaluated the frequency of "Do Not Intubate" (DNI) orders in patients with sepsis diagnosed in the emergency room in 2017 and 2022. The objective was to understand the longitudinal adoption of the Advanced Care Planning (ACP) concept over a 5-year span.
Methods: We included patients primarily diagnosed with sepsis by emergency physicians at Kurashiki Central Hospital in 2017 and 2022. The primary outcome was the frequency of DNI orders, whereas the secondary outcomes were morbidity and length of hospital stay. We compared the outcomes between 2017 and 2022. Additionally, patient characteristics, such as age, sex, presence of co-resident family members, malignancy status, source of infection, and degree of official care certification were collected.
Results: We included 82 and 77 patients with sepsis in 2017 and 2022, respectively. Regarding the primary outcome, 39% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 27-49%) (31/82) of patients with sepsis in 2017 had DNI orders, compared to 44% (95% CI: 33-56%) (34/77) in 2022. There were no significant differences in the primary and secondary outcomes between the two years. The only significant difference noted was in the degree of official care certification among patient characteristics.
Conclusion: The frequency of DNI orders remained relatively stable between 2017 and 2022. This suggests that the ACP concept has not yet been widely integrated into the decision-making process for treatment strategies for patients with sepsis.
Study on the Optical and Gas-Sensing Performance of Zn-doped CuO Films
Authors: Tekin Sezen
Published: March 2024

The pure copper oxide thin film was deposited on glass substrates by SILAR method with 30 cycles. To examine the doping effect, Zn-doped films at different doping ratios were prepared under the same conditions as the undoped film. The XRD, SEM and Raman measurements were performed to investigate the morphological and structural properties of the samples. Analysis showed increasing aggregation and amorphous structure with doping. The optical parameters were characterized by spectrophotometer measurement and relevant formulas. The band gap energies were determined to increase from 2.50 to 2.79 eV with the increasing Zn rate. The Hervé and Vandamme, Moss and Ravindra relations were used to determine the refractive index. The room temperature gas-sensing performance for the undoped and doped samples were reported and the responses for 5 ppm gas were calculated as 249 %, 800 %, 189 % and 15 % for the CuO, 1Zn:CuO, 3Zn:CuO and 5Zn:CuO, respectively. The response of CuO thin films changed with doping, and 1% Zn doping rate was determined as the optimal rate in this study.
Unveiling Cultural Identities and Self Savouring in Preethi Nair’s One Hundred Shades of White and Sarah Addison Allen’s The Girl Who Chased the Moon
Authors: S Priyadarshini , Bindu M.R. , Kiradoo Giriraj , Nanthitha K. , Subhashini R.
Published: March 2024

Literature often deals with the notion of self-discovery. Self-realisation is the pinnacle of the inner journey that characters undergo in literature. Different individuals experience it at various stages; some in their adolescence, some in middle life, while others in their later years. Savouring is the act of taking pleasure in and appreciating something, frequently food but also other pursuits like music, nature, and relationships. The ability to savour something correlates with enhanced happiness, health, and contentment in life. Savouring serves as a method of introspection. Discovering oneself, one's ideals, and what provides delight and purpose in life aid in cherishing unique and varied experiences. Thus, this paper attempts to provide a comparative study of two novels, One Hundred Shades of White by Preethi Nair and The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen, in which the female protagonists try to savour their self-discovery through various means, namely food, culture, and identity.
Exposing Widow’s Psyche in a Fine Balance: A Study of Rohinton Mistry’s Widow Characters
Authors: Mounisha N. , Vijayalakshmi V.
Published: March 2024

Indian writers including both male and female novelists generally utilise novels to reveal the psychological conditions of the female sex with the help of their dramatic personas. One such Indian writer is Rohinton Mistry, who unveils the mental states of women through his independent female characters, especially fictional female singletons. Among his numerous works, A Fine Balance is a notable piece that falls into this category. The novel is about the life struggles of the widow heroine Dina Dalal after the death of her husband. Apart from Dina, Mistry has used many widow characters who play minor roles in developing the storyline. The paper aims to exhibit the mental fluctuations of the fictional widows that comprise the widow protagonist Dina Dalal. The investigation with the help of the female characters uncovers the psychological oscillations of the widows due to their singlehood statuses. It unmasks the emotional transpositions, loneliness, fears, regrets, hopelessness and mental instabilities of the widows. The analysis avails the psychoanalytic Literary Theory to support its arguments and to obtain its objectives. With the aid of the select prose narrative, the research brings out Rohinton Mistry’s typical representation of widow characters to have psychological problems because of losing their husbands. Hence, the article projects that despite picturing the fictional widows as persons who are bold and liberating, Mistry has represented them to be psychologically vulnerable rather than presenting them as mentally strong and stable individuals.
Công bố thông tin trách nhiệm xã hội và chi phí vốn cổ phần: bằng chứng thực nghiệm từ các doanh nghiệp Việt Nam
Authors: Lê Thị Nhung
Published: March 2024

Nghiên cứu khám phá mối quan hệ giữa công bố thông tin trách nhiệm xã hội doanh nghiệp và chi phí vốn cổ phần trong bối cảnh các doanh nghiệp niêm yết ở Việt Nam giai đoạn 2014-2021. Sử dụng phương pháp ước lượng dữ liệu bảng, nghiên cứu đã tiến hành thử nghiệm trên mẫu gồm 93 doanh nghiệp niêm yết trong bảng xếp hạng 500 doanh nghiệp lớn nhất Việt Nam theo mô hình Fortune 500 công bố trong VNR500 năm 2021. Nghiên cứu sử dụng mô hình định giá tài sản vốn để ước tính chi phí vốn cổ phần và kỹ thuật phân tích nội dung với các thông tin phi tài chính để đo lường mức độ công bố trách nhiệm xã hội của doanh nghiệp. Nghiên cứu cho thấy các công ty có điểm công bố trách nhiệm xã hội tốt hơn sẽ có chi phí vốn cổ phần thấp hơn. Những phát hiện này ủng hộ lập luận rằng việc công bố thông tin trách nhiệm xã hội có thể giảm chi phí vốn cổ phần, tối đa hóa giá trị cổ đông và có giá trị tham khảo trong hoạt động thực tiễn của doanh nghiệp.
Nghiên cứu ảnh hưởng của môi trường đại học, động lực khởi nghiệp tới ý định và hành vi khởi nghiệp của sinh viên Việt Nam
Authors: Mai Thanh Lan , Tạ Huy Hùng
Published: March 2024

Chủ đề khởi nghiệp nhận được sự quan tâm của nhiều nhà nghiên cứu khi cơ hội khởi nghiệp ngày càng được mở rộng với sự phát triển của công nghệ. Bên cạnh đó, xu thế khởi nghiệp với thế hệ trẻ và sinh viên thu hút được nhiều sự quan tâm trong những nghiên cứu gần đây. Nghiên cứu này làm rõ mối quan hệ giữa môi trường đại học nơi sinh viên đang theo học, động lực khởi nghiệp tới ý định khởi nghiệp và hành vi khởi nghiệp của sinh viên để tạo ra giá trị mới đóng góp vào giá trị chung của trường đại học trong bối cảnh mới khi trường đại học cần tham gia sự phát triển của vùng, địa phương. Kết quả nghiên cứu phản ánh nhiều điểm mới trong động lực khởi nghiệp của sinh viên khi động lực tài chính đang là động lực quan trọng thúc đẩy sinh viên có ý định và thực hiện hành vi khởi nghiệp. Cùng với đó, môi trường đại học đóng vai trò quan trọng khi tác động trực tiếp tới sự hình thành ý định khởi nghiệp và hành vi khởi nghiệp của sinh viên Việt Nam.
Nature-based solutions for climate change mitigation: A perspective on challenges, potential and limitations
Authors: Bressane Adriano , Negri Rogério Galante , Medeiros Liliam César de Castro
Published: March 2024

This opinion article delves into the critical role of nature-based solutions (NbS) for climate change mitigation. Despite their recognized potential, the multifaceted challenges of NbS remain complex and under-explored. Both potential and limitations are discussed, including economic, social, and political considerations. The importance of an interdisciplinary approach and adaptation to diverse socioeconomic and cultural contexts to ensure equitable implementation of NbS is highlighted. This brief but critical perspective seeks to enrich the academic view and provide actionable insights for urban planners and policymakers. Finally, it proposes directions for future studies for researchers in the fields of sustainable urban development and climate change mitigation.
Research Progress on Ecological Security Technology of Slope Treatment on Loess Plateau
Authors: Lei Na , Zhang Jinyang
Published: March 2024

The Loess Plateau is an important source of Eastern civilization, but also the most serious soil erosion in our country and in the world. Controlling soil erosion and improving the ecological environment are not only the needs of local social and economic development, but also the needs of long-term peace and stability of the country. Since the 1950s, large-scale soil and water conservation work has been carried out on the Loess Plateau. It has played a significant role in improving ecological environment, changing agricultural production conditions and developing rural economy. It is a very effective measure to take small watershed as a unit to conduct comprehensive management. There are 45,000 small watersheds of 6-10 km2 in the Loess Plateau, which are not only the basic units of soil and water loss, but also the units of comprehensive management. Slope is the source of runoff and sediment in small watershed, and slope treatment is an important part of comprehensive management of small watershed. Therefore, it is an urgent task to deepen the study of slope management.
ANÁLISE DE RISCO A EVENTOS LIGADOS AS MUDANÇAS CLIMÁTICAS NA BACIA HIDROGRÁFICA DA ESTRADA NOVA, EM BELÉM-PA
Authors: Ferreira Hugo de Souza , Cunha Yamila Khrisna Oliveira do Nascimento , Silva Ângelo Bruno Batalha , Santos Adrilene Silva dos , Costa Thiago José Costa da
Published: March 2024

Nos últimos anos, as geotecnologias têm desempenhado um papel crucial na obtenção de informações, na compreensão do espaço geográfico e seus fenômenos. Essa dinâmica possibilita a criação de cenários que auxiliam na gestão governamental, fornecendo indicações precisas sobre a alocação de recursos para mitigação de riscos e desastres naturais. Segundo a ONU, as mudanças climáticas estão acelerando o aumento do nível do mar devido ao derretimento das calotas polares, o que representa um cenário catastrófico para as cidades costeiras. As inundações são responsáveis ​​por uma parcela significativa dos desastres e perdas patrimoniais em escala global. Belém, tem nos alagamentos e inundações os maiores riscos associados e é importante que sejam adotadas providências para minimizar os impactos causados ​​por esses desastres. O estudo realizado na bacia da Estrada Nova em Belém considerou dados atuais de riscos e projeções futuras de aumento do nível do mar, criando um cenário de risco associado a alagamentos e inundações. Os resultados indicaram que a bacia hidrográfica da Estrada Nova já enfrentava uma situação de risco muito alto, agravada durante o período de inverno amazônico. Diante do cenário imposto pelas mudanças climáticas, torna-se evidente a urgência em adotar medidas para mitigar os efeitos do aumento global do nível do mar.
Securing IoT Devices Through SDN-Based Access Control
Authors:   Dr. M.G.R Educational and Research Institute, Maduravoyal, Chennai-95, Tamil Nadu, India, D Akash.
Published: March 2024

The Software-Defined Networking (SDN) in a Linux environment is demonstrated in our approach. We set up a 40-node network using basic Tcl commands. The main objective is to allow users to select the beginning and finishing points of a dynamic path. This demonstrates how SDN can adjust to evolving network circumstances. This shortens wait times and speeds up data transfer, demonstrating that SDN may increase Linux efficiency. The central component of this new technology called "SDN-Controller" that is considered to bring about great changes in computer networking, is the software defined networking (SDN). Hence, SDN is a lucid means for IoT to attain high performance and to overcome the current problems.Keywords— IoT,SDN ,Ubuntu,Tcl.
Mayfly Optimization for Real-World Problems: A Review of Applications and Challenges
Authors:   Apex Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jaipur
Published: March 2024

The Mayfly Optimization Algorithm (MO), inspired by the swarming and mating behavior of adult mayflies, has emerged as a powerful tool for tackling optimization problems, particularly those seeking minimum values. This review paper delves into the core principles of MO, exploring its stages of swarming, velocity update, movement, mating, and selection. We analyze the strengths of MO, including its ability to balance exploration and exploitation during the search process, leading to well-converged solutions. Additionally, the paper examines recent advancements in MO that address potential limitations. We discuss how incorporating techniques like greedy selection and auto-termination can enhance the convergence speed and efficiency of the algorithm. Furthermore, the review explores various applications of MO across diverse fields, highlighting its potential for solving real-world minimization problems. Finally, we identify and discuss ongoing research directions, including hybridization with other algorithms and exploration of advanced termination strategies. This review paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Mayfly Optimization Algorithm, its capabilities, and promising areas for future development. Index Terms— Mayfly optimization, particle swarm optimization, swarm intelligence, nature inspired algorithm.
UNLEASHING WEBSITE'S POTENTIAL WITH SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION STRATE
Authors:   Professor, Department of Commerce with Information Technology, Dr.NGP Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, J Dr.Lilly
Published: March 2024

Search engine is a system software that filled with hyperlinks which is used to identify the websites and the users need and their queries. Search engine are super powered websites that help you find information on internet. its like having the personal assistant that can find anything you want to know! Google is one of the most popular search Engine, but there are others like Bing and yahoo too. Whenever you having a Burning Questions, just fire up a search engine and let it do the work for you. Search engine makes the manwomen lazier. There are 3 basic stages or step to how search engine works which are CRAWL, INDEXING and RETREVAL. Search engine mainly speak about Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and Search Engine Optimization (SEO). In search engine GOOGLE provides about 149 languages and APPLE’s websites covers and translate into 126 different languages. Coming to 2024 CHATGPT is most famous and used search engine. Keywords: Search Engine, Optimization, Website
EFFECT OF JOB SATISFACTION ON MOONLIGHTING INTENTION
Authors:   Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship  E City-560100, James Dr. Roshni
Published: March 2024

Relevant factors that support the creation of moonlighting intention among the young working professionals has been related to the impact of job satisfaction. Background information related to moonlighting and its definition was explained. The individuals who work for multiple jobs developed interest towards moonlighting due to different logical reasons that had been listed. Literature review section had covered the relation of job satisfaction with moonlighting by exploring the different issues and implications of moonlighting. The needs of the individual professionals belonging to the lower income sectors could be linked to the wishes of the individual professionals who fall under the higher income sector. The gap in research was addressed. The concept based framework could link up the core theme with the subsidiary ideas of the topical elements. Primary data was collected and analyzed by conducting quantitative survey analysis for developing the standardized outcomes related to the topic of research study. Graphical representations were designed and the discussion of the topic based elements was explained logically for examining and understanding the effect of job satisfaction on moonlighting intention. Key words: Moonlighting, job satisfaction, employees, effect, intention.
LITERATURE REVIEW OF FACTORS AFFECTING TAX AVOIDANCE IN BANKING COMPANIES LISTED ON THE IDX
Authors: Wulandari Putri Ayu , Nilasari Ayunda Putri
Published: March 2024

Various studies have been conducted to look at factors that may or may not influence companies to practice tax avoidance. Several factors are discussed such as profitability, leverage and good corporate governance. This literature study aims to summarize, examine and discuss the factors that influence the occurrence of tax evasion in this case focused on banking companies listed on the IDX. This research was conducted using the literature review method in which this study used secondary data. The results of this literature study are expected to be a reference for further researchers to be able to develop research on tax avoidance.
EFFECT OF BRAND TRUST AND FOOD SAFETY ON PURCHASING DECISION OF PACKAGING PRODUCTS
Authors: Safitri Gadis Ayu , Lumbanraja Posma , Marpaung Nicholas
Published: March 2024

well as the effect of product safety on purchasing decisions, and the effect of brand trust and product safety together on purchasing decision of Le Minerale bottle product in Supermarket in the City of Medan. This research employed a quantitative technique with an associative approach. The population involved was Le Minerale consumers, namely people who had consumed Le Minerale products, both men and women. The sampling method was done by purposive sampling. The results showed that the brand trust variable partially showed F-statistic> F-table (7,789> 1,996) with sig. as big as (0,000), which means that the brand trust variable has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions. The product safety variable partially shows the F-statistic (4.571)> t-table (1.996) with sig. as big as (0,000), which means that the product safety variable has a positive and significant effect. Against purchasing decisions. Based on the simultaneous test (F-Test), it can be seen that the F-statistic (258,254) and F-table (3,09) with sig. (0,000), which means that the variables of brand trust and product safety together have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions. The analysis of determination is seen from the R Square value of 0.842, which means that the decision to purchase Le Minerale packaged products at supermarkets in Medan City can be fulfilled by brand trust and product safety by 84.2%. While the remaining 15.8% can be explained by other factors which were not examined in this study.
OPTIMAL PORTFOLIO FORMATION ANALYSIS USING THE SINGLE INDEX MODEL DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A Study on The LQ 45 Index on the Indonesian Stock Exchange (IDX)
Authors: Rafiana A. S. Andi Besse , Maulana M. Ikhwan , Anwar  , Burhanuddin  , Nurman
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the optimal portfolio formation using the single index model method on LQ 45 Index stocks for the period from March 2020 to December 2021. The population in this study consists of all company shares included in the LQ 45 Index during the specified period, totaling 45 stocks. A sample of 36 companies was selected using a nonprobability sampling technique with a purposive sampling method. Data collection was carried out using documentation techniques, primarily focusing on collecting closing stock price data. The data analysis process involved collecting the closing stock price data and utilizing the single index model method to identify an optimal portfolio. The results of this study indicate that 18 company shares were included in the optimal portfolio. These companies are ADRO (7.46%), AKRA (14.51%), ANTM (7.97%), ASII (4.42%), BBNI (3.3%), BBTN (1.8%), BMRI (4.55%), CPIN (1.45%), ERAA (11.14%), EXCL (3.19%), INCO (8.55%), INKP (3.98%), ITMG (5.08%), JPFA (4.86%), JSMR (3.37%), KLBF (8.3%), TKIM (1.85%), and TOWR (4.23%). The expected return for the portfolio is 4.38% per month, with a portfolio risk borne by investors of 0.29% per month. The study suggests that constructing a portfolio with the identified stocks can yield favorable returns. However, it is crucial to regularly reassess and adjust portfolios due to changing market conditions and individual risk preferences. The implications highlight the benefits of using the single index model for portfolio formation. By considering the relationship between individual stocks and the LQ 45 Index, investors can make informed decisions to maximize returns while managing risk. These specific stocks can serve as a starting point for further research in portfolio management.
THE INFLUENCE OF ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT, ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND JOB SATISFACTION ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE: A LITERATURE STUDY
Authors: Syarifin Muhammad Hanif , Atmaja Hanung Eka
Published: March 2024

Performance as a company benchmark to increase its profitability. This study aims to determine the effect of organizational commitment, organizational culture and job satisfaction on employee performance. This research uses a literature study method with a qualitative approach. The research used secondary data, which totaled 20 journals with a period of 2018-2023. The results of the research show that a measure of employee commitment to the organization and vice versa will create a good organizational atmosphere. Organizational commitment can be viewed from a behavioral perspective, where commitment is characterized by consistent patterns of behavior. The higher an employee's level of organizational commitment to the organization, the more likely they are to demonstrate improved performance. Organizational culture plays a significant role in coordinating job-related matters and minimizing the occurrence of errors within the organization. For employees, a supportive organizational culture can contribute to the achievement of their individual goals, as it serves as an internal mechanism for aligning the company's operations with the employees. Consequently, a positive organizational culture fosters adaptation and enhances employee performance. Job satisfaction also holds considerable influence over various aspects of work, particularly in relation to improving job performance. An increase in job satisfaction tends to be accompanied by improved performance. These three variables namely, organizational commitment, organizational culture, and job satisfaction have been empirically proven to exert a significant impact on employee performance.