bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Stability Analysis of the Disease-Free Equilibrium State for Lymphatic Filariasis with Chemical and Biological Control on Vector
Authors:   Department of general studies, Federal polytechnic Bali, Saidu Bashir Umar , Musa Samuel ,   Department of Mathematics, Modibbo Adama University Yola
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we develop a mathematical model to analyze the transmission dynamics and control strategies for Lymphatic Filariasis (LF), incorporating both chemical and biological control measures targeting the disease vector. The model is proven to be both mathematically and epidemiologically sound. By determining the basic reproduction number (\(R_0\)), we establish the conditions for local and global stability of the disease-free equilibrium (DFE). The model highlights the impact of Wolbachia bacteria on mosquito populations and the role of drug resistance and recovery in human populations. Our results demonstrate that reducing \(R_0\) below 1 is crucial to eradicating LF from an endemic population, and thus, preventive measures, including vector control, are essential. Further research is recommended to optimize the combined use of chemical and biological controls to achieve long-term stability and disease eradication.
Implementasi Kegiatan Finger Painting Dalam Meningkatkan Motorik Halus Pada Anak Usia 4-5 Tahun Di PAUD Anggrek VIII
Authors: Kurniasih Samsy , Kasih Delina , Mulyanti Fitrah
Published: December 2024

Fine motor skills are a very important motor development in early childhood. Early childhood education institutions are places where children should be provided with needs-based, step-by-step services to receive advice about their development. Background: Writing fine motor skills is carried out at the age of 4 - 5 years at PAUD ANGGREK VIII Kepa Duri Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta. The research was carried out in 2 cycles and 10 meetings held from 3 - 7 June 2024, cycle I and Cycle II were carried out on 10 - 14 June 2024 with 10 children. The research method used is action research (classroom action research). Data collection was carried out through interviews and observations. The results of the research show that fine motor skills can be improved with finger painting activities, as evidenced by the percentage achieved in each cycle of the criteria for developing according to expectations (BSH) of 5 children or 50% in the second cycle increasing to 9 children or 90%. Based on this increase, it can be concluded that fine motor skills can be improved through finger painting activities for children aged 4 - 5 years at PAUD ANGREK VIII Kepa Duri, Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta.
Safeguarding dance, body archives and living traditions: exploring the Bamoun kpalùm traditional dance
Authors: Nana Mirelle Flore Chamba
Published: December 2024

Current discussions about dance history and studies focus on various forms of archiving, including the body, which is viewed as a repository of knowledge. This article explores dance history from the point of view of safeguarding and documenting dance, with specific attention being paid to traditional dances. It reflects on the challenges related to dancing bodies as archives and the living traditions in kpalùm, a traditional dance performed among the Bamoun people of Cameroon. The concept of ‘body as archive’ is examined by drawing on the work of Lepecki and also on that of other scholars, such as Manning’s ‘anarchive’ and Taylor’s ‘repertoire’. This text explores the concept of the body as a living archive and its relevance to the preservation of traditional dance. It adopts a constructivist qualitative approach and highlights the ways in which the bodies of kpalùm dancers move beyond the constraints of traditional dance as a fixed and unchanging practice. The author delves into the embodied knowledge present in kpalùm dance revival and re-enactment and discusses the way dancers and choreographers bring a dance’s past to life, emphasising the relationship between past, present and future in re-enactment and dance preservation. The research indicates that kpalùm dancers embody a living archive of tradition, evoking past experiences, transmitting knowledge and memory, and anticipating future experiences through imagination. Each gesture is a new occurrence. Amid the seemingly overwhelming forces of urbanisation and globalisation, the dancers grapple with issues of identity and authenticity.
Reviewing artificial intelligence (AI) in the 21st century: a study of David Hanson’s Sophia – a gynoid
Authors: God’spresence Emily Oghale , God’spresence Azuka FN
Published: December 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI), otherwise referred to as ‘Intelligent Machine’ or ‘Electronic Brain’, is a technological innovation which came into the limelight in the mid-20th century. It is referred to as AI because it displays fabulous intelligence and emotions, yet only as digital electronics. However, there are critical ethical and economic considerations about AI: the first is the fear that they are built to undertake difficult and various tasks capably with great ease, economy of time and remarkable accuracy. In this way, they give rise to a speculative fear that these ‘thinking machines’ may take over human economic activity. The second consideration is the high cost of building a robotic project. This article sets out (1) to create and provoke academic debate on the desirability of Intelligent Machines in a world plagued by human rights violations, material poverty and structural violence; (2) to investigate the interaction between human beings and innovative technology; (3) to interrogate the usability of AI as a possible threat or asset to human existence and activity; and (4) to view the gender profiling of Sophia as a ‘multi-tasking’ fembot. The methodology adopted for this study is qualitative, using an analytical approach to examine the relationship between human beings and AI. Utilitarian Ethical Theory forms the theoretical framework for the study. This article suggests that the existence of humanity is in a precarious state and therefore recommends that control measures be imposed on the use of AI in order to prevent infringements of human rights and to limit the predictable but uncontrolled activities of robots in the immediate future.
Advancements in 5G Technology: Challenges and Opportunities for Nationwide Deployment
Authors:   USA, Shah Krupal
Published: December 2024

5G is a new generation in the provision of wireless technology, with greater capacity compared to 4G, involving improved speed, latency rate, and connectivity.
To that effect, this paper explores five key characteristics of 5G systems: enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), ultra-reliable low-latency communications
(URLLC), massive machine-type communications (mMTC), and network slicing, all of which sustain application such as smart automobiles and smart
cities. Still, the opportunity of 5G is great. However, the deployment across the country faces some notable issues, which include infrastructure necessities,
frequency, legislative restraints, and novel security risks caused by IoT gadgets. Thirdly, where a company aims to expand very far out and develop massive
networks and terminals, the required investment is rather high and can be prohibitive in words, especially in rural areas. Nonetheless, 5G is filled with
opportunities, both economically, socially, as well as technologically, for areas like health, transport as well as Factory automation through inventions such
as telemedicine, Autopilot cars, and automated factories. Therefore, this paper looks at an elaborate 5G implementation deployed with AI and ML as a basis
for future implementations such as 6G as expected in the future. Hence, there is a need to elaborate on the potential of 5G and provide solutions to those
barriers presented when deploying the technology in a bid to create a world of connected efficiency and innovation.
Metastatic Associated Fibroblast (MAF): is it a Key Driver of Tumour Metastasis in Oral Cancer
Authors:   Prof &Head of Dept, Head and Neck Oncology, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences Kochi, India, Iyer Subramania
Published: December 2024

Metastases of a tumour suggests poor prognosis and still treatment strategies against metastatic tumours are inadequate. Its resistance against existing
therapeutic agents makes metastatic tumour treatment still challenging. Numerous research work has been done on cancer associated fibroblast (CAF),
evidently suggesting of its contribution towards tumour metastasis. Recently a different stromal fibroblast seen in the metastatic sites, characteristically
different from CAF known as metastatic associated fibroblast (MAF) has caught attention. Emergent preclinical studies propose that MAF targeting can
ease therapeutic resistance and arrest progression of metastatic growth. This review discusses the current knowledge on this novel cell population that may
bear on further understanding on the metastatic process.
Accelerating Migration of Ab Initio Data Pipelines to Spark Through End to End Automation
Authors:   USA, Kukkuhalli Shreesha Hegde
Published: December 2024

The migration of data pipelines from proprietary Ab Initio systems to Apache Spark has become a crucial step for organizations aiming to scale
operations, leverage open-source capabilities, and reduce costs associated with legacy software. Despite these motivations, the transition poses
significant technical challenges due to differences in execution models, dependencies, and data transformation structures. This paper presents a
framework designed to automate the conversion of Ab Initio data pipelines into Apache Spark code, minimizing manual intervention and preserving
data fidelity. The framework includes a pipeline analyzer, an automated code converter, and a validation tool to ensure functional equivalence. Case
studies demonstrate the effectiveness of the approach, with reduced migration time and improved scalability.
Book Reviews
Authors: Boylan Colin
Published: December 2024

Andrews, H. A. (2006) Awards and recognition for exceptional teachers: K-12 and Community College programs in the U.S.A., Canada and other countries. Matilda Press 1019 Lakewood Drive, Ottawa, Illinois. 61350 U.S.A.. ISBN-10: 0-9787158-02; Library of Congress Control Number: 2006929104, 386 pages. Paperback, US$ 24-95 (direct order from Matilda Press) Postage US$ 9.00.
Cornish, Linley. (2006). Reaching EFA* through multi-grade teaching: Issues contexts and Practices. Kardoorair Press Inc. PO Box 478 Armidale, NSW 2350 ISBN 0-908244-69-X, 296 pages. Paperback, $30-00 (direct order from http://www.kardoorair.com.au)
Aplicação da modelagem BIM para fins de orçamentação em uma edificação residencial multifamiliar no Brasil
Authors: Oliveira Giulia Curi , Santos João Felipe dos , Maciel Ana Carolina Fernandes , Costa Bruno Barzellay Ferreira da
Published: December 2024

O setor de arquitetura, engenharia e construção civil (AEC) desempenha papel crucial na economia global e enfrenta o desafio de adotar tecnologias inovadoras para otimizar seus processos. A metodologia BIM (Modelagem da Informação da Construção) surgiu para auxiliar no progresso das atividades dessa indústria. O presente trabalho aplicou a modelagem tridimensional e a orçamentação vinculada a este, em um estudo de caso, para avaliar os benefícios e desafios inerentes a aplicação do BIM em empreendimentos da construção civil. O estudo foi realizado com três disciplinas de projeto, em uma edificação residencial multifamiliar de quatro pavimentos, em Uberlândia-MG, utilizando o software Revit para as modelagens, o Navisworks para verificação de incompatibilidades e o plug-in OrçaBIM para orçamentação. Com este estudo pode-se concluir que o software Revit® demonstrou-se eficiente para a modelagem dos projetos arquitetônico e hidrossanitário, porém, com limitações para a modelagem estrutural, nas armaduras. Para compatibilização de projetos, o BIM demonstrou grande vantagem pois permitiu visualizar diversos problemas durante a etapa de modelagem. A inserção de informação ao modelo tridimensional foi de grande valia ao processo de orçamentação. Destacam-se como vantagens a extração automática de material e a atualização automática do orçamento frente a alterações no modelo.
Pengaruh Regional Anesthesia Subarachnoid Block pada G3P2A0 dengan Preeklampsia Berat
Authors: Supraptomo RTH
Published: December 2024

Preeklampsia adalah komplikasi kehamilan serius yang ditandai dengan hipertensi dan proteinuria, berpotensi menyebabkan komplikasi serius bagi ibu dan bayi. Preeklampsia yang disertai tanda prodromal ini disebut sebagai impending eklampsia atau imminent eclampsia. Indonesia merupakan salah satu negara di Asia Tenggara dengan Angka Kematian Ibu (AKI) yang tinggi, yakni 173:100.000 kelahiran, dengan persentase 25% disebabkan oleh hipertensi pada kehamilan. Sectio Caesarea Transperitoneal Profunda (SCTP) adalah metode persalinan melalui insisi dinding perut dan segmen bawah rahim. Kasus ini melibatkan seorang wanita 37 tahun G3P2A0 dengan usia kehamilan 30 minggu dan preeklampsia berat (PEB), direncanakan menjalani SCTP darurat menggunakan Regional Anesthesia Subarachnoid Block (RASAB) dengan levobupivacaine dan fentanyl. Anestesi regional dipilih karena durasi dan kualitas analgesia yang baik, serta stabilitas hemodinamik selama operasi. Levobupivacaine bekerja dengan memblokade natrium channel neuronal yang mencegah depolarisasi dan bersifat reversibel pada saraf sensorik maupun motorik. Kombinasi levobupivacaine dan fentanyl menghasilkan blok sensorik lebih lama tanpa memperpanjang blok motorik, mengurangi nyeri tanpa mengganggu fungsi motoriknya.
Triglycerides and Acne: Assessing the Impact of Blood Lipid Levels on Acne Severity in Young Adults
Authors: Wardani Erika Martining , Nugroho Riezky Faisal
Published: December 2024

Acne vulgaris is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition that predominantly affects adolescents and young adults. This study aimed to examine the relationship between elevated blood triglyceride levels and the incidence and severity of acne vulgaris in young adults. A cross-sectional design was utilized, involving 85 patients aged 17-25 years from a cosmetic clinic in Surabaya, Indonesia. Triglyceride levels were measured and classified into two categories: normal (less than 150 mg/dL) and high (more than 150 mg/dL). The severity of acne vulgaris was assessed using the Global Acne Grading System (GAGS). Statistical analysis using the chi-square test revealed a significant association between elevated triglyceride levels and the incidence of acne vulgaris (p = 0.03). However, no significant correlation was found between triglyceride levels and acne severity (p = 0.09). These findings suggest that while elevated triglyceride levels may increase the risk of developing acne vulgaris, other factors such as hormonal, genetic, and lifestyle elements may play a more prominent role in determining acne severity. Clinically, reducing triglyceride levels through dietary interventions or pharmacological therapies may serve as a preventive measure for acne vulgaris. Further research is required to explore the mechanisms underlying this relationship and the potential role of lipid management in acne treatment.
Сценарная оценка реализации крупнотоннажных СПГ-проектов в арктической зоне РФ
Authors: Гафуров А.Р. , Васёха М.В. , Белухин А.И.
Published: December 2024

В статье представлены результаты исследования морских перевозок сжиженного природного газа с проекта «Ямал СПГ» за период 2018-2023 гг., выявлены основные закономерности перевозок, установлены конечные точки транспортировки СПГ в западном и восточном направлениях в зависимости от сезона.

Рассчитана провозная способность СПГ-танкеров, выполнена суммарная оценка объемов производства работающего с 2017 г. проекта «Ямал СПГ» и развивающегося проекта «Арктик СПГ-2», определена потребность арктических СПГ-проектов в танкерном транспорте, в том числе с учетом ввода в работу новых морских перегрузочных комплексов на западном и восточном направлениях.

Рассмотрены возможности развития логистики крупнотоннажных арктических СПГ-проектов. С учетом планов запуска новых линий проекта «Арктик СПГ-2», данных о сезонности навигации в акватории СМП, средних объемов танкерных партий, продолжительности круговых рейсов в западном и восточном направлениях, количества задействованных СПГ-танкеров в проекте «Ямал СПГ» и плана строительства новых газовозов для проекта «Арктик СПГ-2» предложены семь сценариев развития арктической логистики СПГ. Показано, что для ряда рассмотренных сценариев существует риск невозможности вывоза всего объема СПГ, произведенного двумя крупными арктическими проектами, ввиду недостаточного количества судов.
Теория качественной неоднородности ресурсов академика Ю.В. Ярёменко в свете классической школы политической экономии
Authors: Дзарасов Р.С.
Published: December 2024

Статья посвящена интерпретации теории качественной неоднородности ресурсов академика Ю.В. Ярёменко с точки зрения классической школы политической экономии. Автор показывает, что понятия качественных и массовых ресурсов, эффектов компенсации и замещения, а также технологической структуры экономики подчиняются законам диалектической логики. Вместе с тем, технологический выбор в рамках данной системы понятий остается неопределенным. Диалектическая логика рассматриваемых взглядов делает их совместимыми с системой понятий классической школы. Теория трудовой стоимости позволяет глубже интерпретировать феномен качества ресурсов, а понятие прибавочной стоимости – объяснить технологический выбор общества.
Local Government Autonomy, Financial Control, and Challenges of Local Government Administrations in Nigeria: An Inventory
Authors: Ogbenjuwa Emmanuel , Akpan Friday
Published: December 2024

The study is an inventory and a narrative essay into local government administration in Nigeria albeit it’s contested autonomy. The 774 local government councils were envisaged to be the third tier of government and the closest to the grassroots. It is therefore assumed that developmental strides of the local government councils will impact more directly on the citizens faster, but over the years the state governors had exploited the constitutional lacuna which expressly provided for state controlled joint local government account, through which federal allocations to the local councils are received. This granted the state government unfettered access to these funds, and hampering the financial abilities of the local government administration to deliver dividends of democracy to the citizens. This study evaluated various financial reforms and financial control policies of government as it impacts on accountability in the handling of public treasury in Nigeria. The study examined financial controls as a theoretical undergirding and various enactments of government on financial management. The study is a narrative essay, delineating the historical evolution of Nigerian local government administration. The approach is in tandem with Creswell (2007) who held that narrative essay is a qualitative strategy which enable researchers to learn from participants view in a natural setting. The methodology of study is therefore qualitative, where the primary aim is to provide a complete, detailed description of the research topic, as opposed to quantitative research which focuses more in counting and classifying features and constructing statistical models and figures to explain what is observed. As Nigerians celebrate the recent Supreme Court pronouncement granting full financial autonomy to the local government, there is heightened apprehension that there will be misappropriation of the huge allocations coming to the local government. The study therefore reviewed the concept of accountability and financial control structure in place to checkmate any abuse of pecuniary responsibility.
Sustainability and Technology Influence Towards Hotels Guest Satisfaction
Authors: Hamid Maisarah Abdul , Syamim Juhaizi Muhammad , Binti Zamuin Nur Zuhayra Irdina , Mohd Fuza Zatul Iffah , Mohd Isa Sulaiha
Published: December 2024

Sustainability and Technology are two main ingredients in tourism development nowadays. Hotels need to incorporate these two components into the operation. This study aims to examine the relationship between sustainability attitude, technology influence, perceived green value, and perceived technology innovativeness towards guest satisfaction. The causal study using the Quantitative data collection is employed in this study. The data was collected from 228 respondents using Google Forms the data was analysed using multiple regression analysis. The result showed that 2 variables of Sustainability Attitudes and perceived technology innovativeness are significant to guest satisfaction. Meanwhile, the perceived green value and social media influence were not associated with guest satisfaction. This study highlights that the management should emphasize more on sustainability, and they must look at the technology influence, especially in social media. This will help to give the benefits to the hotel. From an academic perspective, this study highlights that the influences of sustainability and technology may have an impact on guest satisfaction. Future research should focus on other variables that may influence guest satisfaction and look at other technology adoption in the hotel industry.
Reimagining Nigerian Governance: A Case for Tribal Federalism
Authors: Obasun Olusegun
Published: December 2024

Nigeria’s governance framework, rooted in a Western-influenced liberal democratic system, has faced challenges in meeting the complex needs of its ethnically diverse population. Composed of over 250 ethnic groups and 371 tribes, Nigeria has struggled to foster a cohesive national identity amidst its centralized system, imposed under the 1999 military-led constitution. This centralization has led to uneven resource allocation, particularly in the case of Nigeria’s oil wealth, resulting in elite dominance and perpetuating socioeconomic disparities. In contrast, the governance model of federal systems in countries like the United States and Switzerland, which emphasizes decentralized control over resources and local autonomy, offers valuable insights into Nigeria’s situation. This study explores the potential for a decentralized tribal federalism approach in Nigeria, focusing on cultural authenticity and regional autonomy as pathways to reduce ethnic tensions and promote equitable development. By examining global governance models, this research seeks to outline a Nigerian governance structure that balances modernization and cultural heritage, emphasizing local autonomy to foster a more inclusive national identity.
Islamophobia Agenda in Islamist Magazines in Türkiye: A Content Analysis
Authors: Küçüktığlı Mücahit Sami
Published: December 2024

The presence and capabilities of religious groups in Turkey, particularly in terms of their propaganda power, is an undeniable reality. These groups have a well-established institutional infrastructure in magazine publishing, and the magazine industry has successfully transitioned into the digital realm. However, there is a lack of sufficient studies in the literature concerning the role of Islamist magazines in Turkey in addressing Islamophobia on a global scale. Religious groups in Turkey have historically and culturally established strong ties with society, particularly in utilizing magazines as a tool for propaganda. In this context, the study examines the theme of Islamophobia, which has become increasingly widespread globally, especially in Europe and the United States, in the magazines published by religious groups in Turkey. Using a qualitative methodology, the article analyzes the publications of the five major religious groups in Turkey, focusing on the concept of Islamophobia. The data collected has been examined through semiotic analysis and content analysis techniques. The findings of the study reveal that religious groups exhibit shortcomings in publishing articles that generate counterarguments to Islamophobia and in utilizing global language in their magazine publications. It is believed that this study will contribute to future research on the relationship between religious groups, Islamophobia, propaganda, and digital communication.
The Effects of Digital Culture and New Media on Religious Identity in The Postmodern Age: The Case of Türkiye
Authors: Işık Tuba
Published: December 2024

Postmodernism emerged as a reaction to the intellectual thought and values of the new modern era, particularly as modernist orientations reached an impasse. Critiquing various aspects of modernism, the concept of postmodernism has gained even greater significance in the contemporary era under the influence of digitalization. It embraces online existence, globalization, objective reality, hyperrealist movements, and, broadly, digital culture. With the impact of digital culture, religious life, teachings, tendencies, and practices have increasingly shifted to virtual platforms, and beliefs are progressively integrated into cyberspace. This study aims to discuss the influence of digital culture and new media on the processes of religious identity formation among individuals in Turkey during the postmodern era. Employing a literature review, the research highlights the digitalization of society, culture, and religion and their significant effects on individuals' religious experiences and identities. Consequently, it seeks to expand discussions within the postmodernism-Islam-digitalization triangle. The analysis underscores how the blurring boundaries between the virtual and the real have led to virtual reality encompassing all aspects of life, fostering the integration of religious identities into digital culture.
Controlled Hypotension under Sevoflurane versus Propofol in Otologic and Nasal Cavity Surgery
Authors: Meftah Hayet
Published: December 2024

Introduction. Endoscopic rhinosinus surgery and ear microsurgery present the
problem of bleeding, which makes it difficult for surgeons to perform their procedures.
This situation prompted us to develop an anesthetic protocol that induces controlled
hypotension, allowing for high-quality surgery. The objective of this study is to compare
the action of two anesthetic agents, sevoflurane by inhalation and propofol by
continuous infusion, in controlled hypotension in patients undergoing surgery of the
middle ear or nasal cavities. Methods. This is a randomized therapeutic
trial conducted over a two-year period, from February 2016 to January 2018,
comparing the effect of sevoflurane versus propofol on the bloodlessness of the
surgical field in patients undergoing endonasal or middle ear surgery at the ENT
department of Tlemcen University Hospital. Other parameters were also studied and
compared, including perioperative hemodynamic variations, the use or not of
antihypertensive drugs, and the duration of the procedure. Data were coded and
analyzed using the SPSS software version 20. Comparisons of percentages were
made with the chi-square test and comparisons of means were made with the
Student's t-test. Results. The average age of patients in our sample is 37.63 ± 14.73
years, with a sex ratio of 1.7 in favor of women. 60% of patients are candidates
for otologic surgery, while 40% are undergoing nasal surgery. In the sevoflurane
protocol, bloodlessness of the surgical field is achieved in 87.5% of cases versus 76%
(p = 0.041). Good control of MAP was observed up to T 85 (average p = 0.01), with
only 28.6% of patients requiring antihypertensive drugs (p = 0.00). The average
duration of the procedure was 78.37 ± 44.758 minutes for the sevoflurane protocol and
75.37 ± 39.845 minutes for the propofol protocol (p = 0.502). Conclusion. The
improvement in the quality of the surgical field, assessed using the modified
Fromm rating scale, and the good control of MAP were significantly higher in the
sevoflurane protocol. Therefore, sevoflurane remains a very interesting method for
controlled hypotension.
Does Community Support in Moderating Roles Mitigate Short Comings in Rural Tourism Development?
Authors: Das Biswajit , Pradhan Bireswar , Roy Mou , Bhatia Shilpi
Published: December 2024

Background: Rural tourism offers unique experiences and the potential to revitalize local economies. Objectives: This study explores the connection between tourism destination competitiveness, hard services (e.g., infrastructure),  soft services (e.g., hospitality), and the moderating role of community support within the Sundarbans National Park,  rural destination in West Bengal, India. Methodology: A quantitative approach was used to measure and analyse  numerical data, identifying relationships and drawing conclusions. This study employed this approach to examine how  community support influences rural tourism development. The primary data for this study was gathered through a  survey conducted among domestic tourists who had visited the Sundarbans. This survey offered direct insights into the  experiences and opinions of these tourists. SEM is used as it handles complex relationships between variables, i.e.,  community support and rural tourism development. Path analysis was conducted using PLS-4 to examine how various  forms of community support, such as hospitality, cooperations, etc. influence the development of tourism in Sundarbans.  Results: Results underscores the importance of hard and soft services combined key drivers of rural tourism destination  competitiveness setting. Moreover, strong community support significantly amplifies the positive effect of these services  on the competitiveness of the destination. Conclusion: The study offers valuable insights for rural tourism development,  emphasizing the significance of community connection in enhancing destination attractiveness and competitiveness.
The Use of Corpus Analysis in Analysing Tourism Texts
Authors: Alali Bashar Abdulkareem , Ali Afiza Mohamad , Azmin Ainul , Sahar Rafidah
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the application of corpus analysis in tourism studies, examining how  researchers utilise this methodological approach to understand tourism texts' language patterns  and features. By reviewing various journal articles, the paper explores the methods, tourism  texts, and tools employed by researchers to analyse tourism discourse. Corpus analysis, a  quantitative approach to linguistic inquiry, provides valuable insights into the language used in  tourism-related materials. Researchers have employed corpus analysis to examine themes like  destination image, cultural events, language patterns, and translation studies. The study  highlights the use of concordance tools, such as Wordsmith and AntConc, in analysing tourism  texts and uncovering linguistic patterns and rhetorical strategies. The findings demonstrate the  versatility of corpus analysis in understanding the nuances of tourism discourse. Future  research could explore further integrations of corpus analysis with other methodologies, such  as ethnography and multimodality, to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the  complex dynamics of tourism language.
Innovation as a Key Success for Competitive Excellence Strategy in SMEs of Iraq
Authors: Almrshed Sattar Kadim Hachim , Alaboody Ali Abd Al Razaq , Jundi Muslim Jabbar
Published: December 2024

The paper tests the influence of innovation on competitive excellence strategy in detergent  and soap SMEs in Iraq. The study is a cross-sectional. The researchers used a random  sampling to collect the data. The sample size was of 390. Finding show that the influence of  innovation on the “competitive” excellence strategy is positive and significant, the results  show that SMEs would finance in innovative activities to improvement competitive  advantage. Further, the study proposes that this framework should investigate the effect of  innovation on competitive excellence strategy in other cont6ext of Iraqi SMEs. The limitation  and future recommendation are discussed in the end.
The Relationship between Strategic Management Practices and Financial Performance: The Moderating Role of Business Intelligence
Authors: Barakat Shaima A Kh , Hamed Adel Abdullatif Ahmad , Dandan Sameer Mohammed Majed , Farah Amira AH
Published: December 2024

Financial performance is a subjective assessment of a firm's ability to use assets from its core  business operations to create income. The phrase is utilized as a comprehensive indicator of a  company's financial well-being throughout a certain duration. Strategic management practices  play a crucial role in determining the financial performance of organizations. This paper aims  to critically analyzed the impact of strategic management practices on financial performance  by examining various scholarly articles and studies in the field. Moreover, the influence of  business intelligence as a moderator on the relationship between strategic management  practices and the financial performance of SMEs in the northern region of Malaysia was also  investigated. This study amalgamated the resource-based view (RBV) to elucidate the impact  of the factors on effective strategy execution. Questionnaires were administered to 378 SMEs  in the northern region of Malaysia. The above sample was utilized in the analysis employing  the Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) - Partial Least Squares (PLS) approach. The study's  results indicated a substantial impact of strategic management practices on financial  performance. The research indicated that the moderating influence of business intelligence on  strategic management practices and financial performance was significant. This study  emphasized the research ramifications, recommendations for further investigations, and its  limits.
Kannada Digit Recognition using Deep Learning
Authors: Shrisha H. S  , Saumya Y. M
Published: December 2024

Kannada is a south Indian language with a history of two thousand years and spoken by more than sixty million people. Kannada language has its own script for alphabets and digit representations. So, there is a need for Convolution Neural Networks (CNN) model to recognize Kannada language scripts. Designing a CNN model to recognize Kannada digits can be challenging due to data overfitting. Data overfitting occurs when a trained model only classifies cases provided during training, leading to lower accuracy for new test instances. To address this issue, datasets are separated into training and testing sets. The disadvantage of this technique is the limited number of instances to train the CNN. While increasing the number of training examples is beneficial, it's important to address the difficulty of data collecting. This research examines the effectiveness of Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) as a data generator. The experiment found that data augmentation has a positive impact on CNN, GAN-generated data meets qualitative requirements for train and test datasets, and epoch value influences data underfitting and overfitting.
Blockchain Based Police Complaint Management System
Authors: Mandar Gujalwar  , Abhishek More  , Vinayak Khade  , Ganesh Falak  , Prof. Sarita Charkha
Published: December 2024

The Police Complaint Management System (PCMS) is a decentralized application template designed to modernize the processes of lodging, tracking, and resolving complaints within law enforcement systems. Leveraging the Next.js framework, Web3 technologies, and blockchain integration, the system ensures tamper-proof complaint records, real-time updates, and enhanced transparency for citizens and authorities. By utilizing Wagmi and Ethers.js for seamless wallet connections, IPFS for decentralized evidence storage, and a user-friendly interface styled with Tailwind CSS, the PCMS provides a scalable, efficient, and accessible platform. With automated processes for complaint categorization and routing, as well as immutable blockchain records, the system fosters greater accountability and trust in public services. Built with TypeScript for reliability and enhanced with modular tools for rapid deployment, the PCMS exemplifies a modern, citizen-centric approach to grievance management, ensuring data security and operational efficiency in law enforcement agencies
Analyzing linguistic and rhetorical persuasion devices in advertising discourse: a study of Croatian editions of Cosmopolitan and Elle magazines
Authors: Šunjić Dora , Runjić-Stoilova Anita
Published: December 2024

Aim: To analyze the persuasion strategies used in the ad-vertising discourse of Croatian editions of Cosmopolitan and Elle magazines. To achieve this, we investigated the linguis-tic and rhetorical strategies of persuasion in women’s mag-azines and determined at which linguistic level they com-monly appear. Methods: We selected five issues of Cosmopolitan magazine and five issues of Elle magazine from which we extracted 133 advertisements for analysis using a combined, linguis-tic and rhetorical classification. Specifically, we analyzed the linguistic devices on lexical, semantic, morphological, and syntactic levels, and the rhetorical devices as a separate category, based on Aristotle’s concepts of ethos, pathos, and logos. The initial assumption was that effective advertising would employ strategies across all linguistic levels, but the second assumption was that most of them would appear on the lexical level, given the number of nouns, verbs, adjec-tives, and English loans in ads that contribute to showing the products in the best possible light. Results: We identified 258 devices, of which 235 were lin-guistic and 23 were rhetorical. Devices on all linguistic lev-els were used in the analysis. The majority of techniques were found at the lexical level (n = 203), followed by the se-mantic (n = 23), rhetorical (n = 23), morphological (n = 5), and syntactic (n = 4) devices. Conclusion: Employing devices across all linguistic levels is understandable given advertisers’ inclination to utilize all available means to shape ads that can boost sales. Lexical level offers the broadest array of words to directly praise and glorify the product – an approach advertisers believe is the best and easiest way to persuade potential consumers. Combining different linguistic and rhetorical devices is a useful strategy for selling the product, which is always ad-vertisers’ ultimate goal
Meta Analisis Kemampuan Literasi Sains pada Mata Pelajaran Fisika
Authors: Mazidah Langgeng Nitya , Suwarna Iwan Permana
Published: December 2024

Keterampilan literasi sains perlu dikuasai oleh setiap individu di abad 21. Literasi sains merupakan keterampilan dalam menyikapi perkembangan dunia yang didasari oleh sains dan teknologi. Fisika adalah mata pelajaran yang berhubungan dengan alam. Literasi sains dan fisika saling berkaitan satu sama lain. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kemampuan literasi sains di Indonesia pada mata pelajaran fisika dan mengetahui faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi kemampuan literasi sains. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian meta analisis dengan metode penelitian studi literatur dengan acuan PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta Analyses). Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan literasi sains memiliki skor rata-rata 55,31 dengan kategori sedang. Nilai tertinggi dengan skor 82 sedangkan nilai terendah dengan skor 27,5. Faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi kemampuan literasi sains diantaranya pembelajaran daring, motivasi belajar, strategi pembelajaran, kualitas pendidik serta fasilitas yang kurang memadai. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa kemampuan literasi sains perlu dikembangkan lebih lanjut untuk memperoleh sumber daya manusia berkualitas tinggi.
Perancangan Game Edukasi Untuk Pembelajaran PAI Menggunakan Scratch di SMPN 1 Padang Gelugur
Authors: Rohani Siti , Zakir Supratman , Khairuddin Khairuddin , Efriyanti Liza
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini didasari pada masalahan yang ditemukan oleh peneliti selama observasi dan melakukan wawancara dengan guru PAI dan siswa yang berada di kelas VII di SMPN 1 Padang Gelugur. dalam situasi dimana alat dan media yang digunakan guru masih sangat sederhana seperti spidol dan papantulis. Siswa sering merasa bosan karena guru banyak menggunakan pendekatan ceramah dalam pembelajaran mereka.berdasarkan masalah di atas, penulis ingin membuat game pedidikan yang dapat memaksimalkan penggunaan teknologi sebagai media pembelajaran. Metode Research & Development model 4D digunakan dalam penelitian ini.  Define, desain, pengembangan dan penyebara dalah komponen model 4D. Hasil uji penulis menunjukkan bahwa empat penguji media dengan kriteria sangat valid  mendapatkan rata-rata 0,93, tiga penguji praktikalitas dengan kriteria sangat tinggi  mendapatkan rata-rata 0,94, dan hasil uji coba efektifitas dengan siswa sebanyak dua puluh siswa dengan kriteria sangat tinggi  mendapatkan rata-rata 0,88. Dengan demikian dapat di simpulkan bahwa game edukasi yang dirancang oleh penulis akan bermanfaat bagi siswa.
Perancangan Media Pembelajaran Informatika Kelas VIII Menggunakan Google Sites di SMPN 1 Padang Gelugur
Authors: Siregar Annisa Fitri , Derta Sarwo , Musril Hari Antoni , Okra Riri
Published: December 2024

This research refers to the problems found at SMPN 1 Padang Gelugur. The results of observations and interviews identified a problem, namely that there were teachers using a lecture and question and answer approach, which made students bored and made the lesson less interesting because the media was less interesting. Students also find informatics lessons difficult to understand. This study uses the 4-D research and development method, which consists of four stages: definition; design; development (development); and dissemination. The validity test was carried out by a media expert, material expert and language expert. The validity test obtained a final score of 0.85 with valid criteria; the practicality test obtained a final score of 0.94 with very high criteria; and the effectiveness test was given to twenty students with a final score of 0.80 with high criteria.
Perancangan Sistem Informasi Perpustakaan Berbasis Customer Relationship Management di SMK Kesehatan Gema Nusantara Bukittinggi
Authors: Tanjung Rahmatin Nikmah , Yuspita Yulifda Elin , Annas Firdaus , Darmawati Gusnita
Published: December 2024

Pustakawan sekolah SMK Kesehatan Gema Nusantara Bukittinggi akan merasakan manfaat sistem informasi perpustakaan berbasis web ini dalam mengelola perpustakaan sekolah. Menyelesaikan penelitian ini menggunakana model Research and Development (R&D). Model ini diterapkan untuk membuat sebuah produk tertentu dan menguji produk tersebut. Model R&D pada penelitian ini menerapkan model pengembangan increment dengan empat tahapan yaitu Analysis – Design – Code – Test. Saat menguji suatu produk, tiga kriteria dipertimbangkan: kepraktisan, efektivitas, dan validitas. Temuan dari evaluasi validitas produk yang dilakukan oleh tiga programmer ahli dan satu orang ahli di bidang kebahasaan diperoleh nilai 0,83 dikategorikan valid, hasil uji praktikalitas dengan tiga orang petugas perpustakaan di SMK Kesehatan Gema Nusantara Bukittinggi diperoleh nilai 0,96 dikategorikan dengan tingkat kepraktisan tinggi, dan hasil uji efektivitas dengan lima orang guru dan lima orang siswa diperoleh nilai 0,90 dikategorikan dengan tingkat keefektifan tinggi. Maka dari hasil tersebut dapat disimpulkan produk Sistem Informasi Perpustakaan Berbasis Customer Relationship Management di SMK Kesehatan Gema Nusantara Bukittinggi sudah valid, praktis, dan efektif untuk digunakan.
Perancangan Media Pembelajaran Informatika Menggunakan Aplikasi Animiz Animaker Pada Kelas VII di SMPN 1 Padang Gelugur Pasaman Timur
Authors: Kubro Khodijatul , Okra Riri , Derta Sarwo , Musril Hari Antoni
Published: December 2024

Kesulitan yang ada di SMPN 1 Padang Gelugur, dimana penggunaan media pembelajaran masih jarang dilakukan, menjadi pendorong dilakukannya penelitian ini. Definisi media yang menyatakan bahwa media adalah alat yang digunakan untuk melibatkan pikiran, perasaan, dan perhatian siswa dalam belajar, memperjelas fungsi penting media pembelajaran bagi siswa. Mempermudah pembelajaran bagi pengajar dan siswa merupakan tujuan dari penelitian penulis yang berjudul Rancang Bangun Media Pembelajaran Informatika Menggunakan Aplikasi Animiz Animaker di Kelas VII SMPN 1 Padang Gelugur Pasaman Timur. Pendekatan penelitian Research and Development (R&D) digunakan dalam penelitian ini dengan menggunakan model pengembangan Decide, Design, Develop, Evaluate, atau DDD-E. Penelitian Animiz Animaker memberikan hasil yang sangat valid untuk nilai validitas media pembelajaran informatika dengan rata-rata 0,82. Uji kepraktisan terhadap tiga orang guru menghasilkan nilai kategori sangat tinggi yaitu 0,92, namun uji keefektifan menghasilkan nilai rata-rata. Guru dan siswa dapat memperlancar proses pembelajaran informatika dengan memanfaatkan media pembelajaran informatika Animiz Animaker yang memiliki nilai rata-rata 0,82.
Efektivitas Keterlibatan Santri Dalam Organisasi Santri Warasatul Ambiya (OSWA) Terhadap Pembentukan Karakter di Pondok Pesantren Tarbiyah Islamiyah At-Taqwa Canduang
Authors: Novita Salsa Dia , Monia Fenny Ayu , Rahman Yulia , Yanda Diyan Permata
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh permasalahan kurangnya karakter disiplin santri di Pondok Pesantren Tarbiyah Islamiyah At-Taqwa Canduang, seperti sikap tidak bertanggung jawab, kasus pencurian, dan perilaku mengejek antar siswa. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efektivitas keterlibatan santri dalam Organisasi Santri Warasatul Ambiya` (OSWA) terhadap pembentukan karakter religius. Penelitian menggunakan metode kuantitatif korelasional dengan populasi 63 santri, yang diambil sebagai sampel penuh (sampling jenuh). Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui angket dan dokumentasi. Analisis data melibatkan uji normalitas, linearitas, hipotesis, uji t, dan determinasi menggunakan SPSS 22. Hasil uji t menunjukkan Thitung 2,932 > Ttabel 1,671 dengan nilai signifikansi 0,000 < 0,05, sehingga H0 ditolak dan Ha diterima. Kesimpulannya, keterlibatan dalam OSWA efektif dalam pembentukan karakter religius santri.
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Snowball Throwing Terhadap Hasil Belajar IPAS Siswa Kelas IV Sekolah Alam Semangat Bangsa Medan
Authors: Setiawati Nanda Ayu , Roka Putri Ismail , Silalahi Taruli Marito
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian jenis penelitian eksperimen variabel dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari variabel bebas yaitu penggunaan model pembelajaran snowball throwing  dan Variabel terikat yaitu hasil belajar IPAS Siswa Kelas IV Sekolah Alam Semangat Bangsa.  Populasi penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas IV A dan Kelas IV B Sekolah Alam Semangat Bangsa yang berjumlah 41 siswa. Sedangkan sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas IV A yang berjumlah 21 siswa. Teknik pengambilan data menggunakan metode tes, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Instrumen digunakan untuk mengetahui hasil belajar dengan menggunakan Pre-tes dan Post-test yang berbentuk tes objektif. Validitas instrumen diuji dengan rumus point biserial dan untuk mengetahu realibilitasnya di uji dengan menggunakan spss 22.  Kelompok eksperimen diperoleh nilai rata-rata pre-test 50,76 dan nilai rata-rata post-test 74,76. Kelas kontrol diperoleh nilai rata-rata pre-test 42 dan nilai rata-rata post-test 52,75.  Berdasarkan hasil uji t diketahui bahwa nilai Sig (2-tailed) untuk nilai pre-test dan post-test yaitu 0,000 < 0,05. Dengan hasil uji t hitung yang bernilai 4,025 dan t tabel 1,68488 dimana t hitung > t tabel, maka Ho ditolak dan Ha diterima sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa ada Terdapat Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Terhadap Hasil Belajar Siswa Kelas IV di Sekolah Alam Semangat Bangsa.