bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analisis Framing Pemberitaan Kasus Pembunuhan Oleh Jendral Ferdy Sambo Terhadap Brigadir Joshua Pada Media Online Kompas.com dan Liputan6.com
Authors: Arfian Suryasuciramdhan  , Utari Mutiara Ayu  , Ilham Arifin  , Sahrul Sodikin
Published: September 2024

Premeditated murder or moord is a form of crime against life which is regulated in article 340 of the Criminal Code (KUHP). News of the premeditated murder of Brigadier J on July 8 2022 at the official residence of Inspector General of Police Ferdy Sambo has previously gone viral or trending topics on social media, the case of premeditated murder of Brigadier J who was killed by his own colleague, namely Bharada Richard Eliezer Pudhiang Lumiu alias Bharada E on orders from his superior, Inspector General Pol Fredy Sambo, who serves as head of the Indonesian National Police's propam division. The design in this research uses Robert N. Entman's framing approach. According to Entman, framing is the process of selecting and highlighting certain aspects of reality by the media. The media chooses certain issues to report and ignores other issues, and emphasizes certain aspects of the issues being reported. Framing can be defined as the process of making a message more prominent, meaningful, or remembered by the public. tolerant with the perpetrators, and the law in Indonesia should also be more firm and fair. Compass.com creates a framing so that the public knows that there are many irregularities that occurred in the case of Brigadier J's death, public opinion plays a role in the development of this case, because through social media the news can also be heard. was picked up and went viral so Brigadier J had to get justice. The Ferdy Sambo case is a complex case and full of controversy. The following are several important points that can be concluded from this case: Violation of the Code of Ethics and Law: Ferdy Sambo was proven to have violated the National Police's professional code of ethics and criminal law. He was involved in the planned murder of Brigadier J, as well as making efforts to obstruct the investigation process. Sambo was also proven to have manipulated and engineered the case to protect himself and the other perpetrators. Motive and Behavior The motive for the murder of Brigadier J is still being debated, but strong suspicions point to Sambo's motive for revenge and disappointment towards Brigadier J. Sambo's arrogant, manipulative and authoritarian behavior is in the public spotlight. Impact and Implications.
Hubungan Antara Kecemasan Mahasiswa Tingkat Akhir Dengan Efikasi Diri Dalam Pemilihan Karir Masa Depan
Authors: Agry Gading Larasati
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine whether there is a relationship between the anxiety of final year students and self-efficacy in choosing future careers in the class of 2020 at the Guidance and Counseling Study Program of Sanata Dharma University. This study used a correlation test with a sample of 60 respondents consisting of final year students at Sanata Dharma University, Guidance and Counseling Study Program. The data analysis techniques used are categorization, normality test, linearity test, and correlational hypothesis test. Data were collected using an anxiety scale with a valid item count of 34 with a reliability test value of 0.886 and a self-efficacy scale with a valid item count of 21 and a reliability value of 0.912.The results in this study prove: There is no relationship between the anxiety of final year students and self-efficacy in choosing a future career in the Guidance and Counseling Study Program of Sanata Dharma University.
Peran Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam Dalam Menumbuhkan Karakter Jujur di Sd N 02 Kalibeber Wonosobo
Authors: Yeningsih Yeningsih  , Sri Haryanto  , Vava Imam Agus Faisal
Published: September 2024

The role of an Islamic Religious Education teacher plays a very important role, because as a religious teacher it is the obligation to instill positive values, for example by maintaining honesty, because honesty is the beginning of success, because being honest a person will be loved by many people and because he lives honestly. more blessing, for this reason the role of an Islamic teacher is needed which can certainly foster honest character from an early age. The problem formulation in this thesis is: 1) What is the character of the students at SD N 02 Kalibebr Wonosobo; 2) What is the role of Islamic Religious Education teachers in cultivating honest character at SD N 02 Kalibeber Wonosobo; 3) What are the inhibiting and supporting factors in developing honest character at SD N 02 Kalibeber Wonosobo. The aims of this research are: 1) To determine the character of students at SD N 02 Kalibeber Wonosobo; 2) To find out the role of Islamic Religious Education teachers in cultivating honest character at SD N 02 Kalibeber Wonosobo; 3) To determine the supporting and inhibiting factors in cultivating honest character at SD N 02 Kalibeber Wonosobo. This research uses qualitative field research. The results of the research show that: (1) The character of students at SD N 02 Kalibeber Wonosobo was found to vary, there were children who had a high honest character, some had a dishonest character, some had a disciplined character and also the character of responsibility. (2) The role of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in cultivating honest character is carried out using several strategies, . (3) Factors in the role of PAI teachers in cultivating honest character include; students' living environment close to the Islamic boarding school, adequate facilities, and also support from fellow teachers to work together to develop honest character. Meanwhile, the most important inhibiting factors are the quality of the students themselves which is difficult to change, the students' living environment which is far from TPQ and Islamic boarding schools and finally the limited teaching hours.
Tingkat Self Compassion pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Universitas Sanata Dharma yang Mengalami Toxic Relationship Berpacaran
Authors: Jending Yola Pratiwi Pamanda  , Bernardinus Agus Arswimba
Published: September 2024

This research aims to: (1) Find out the level of self-compassion in students at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sanata Dharma University who experience toxic relationships in dating. (2) Find out which items on the self-compassion scale are still less than optimal, which will later be used as a proposal for a guidance program. This type of research is quantitative descriptive. The subjects in the research conducted were students at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sanata Dharma University who experienced toxic dating relationships. Data collection used a self-compassion scale with 36 valid items with a Cronbach Alpha reliability index of 0.910. The scale is prepared based on 3 aspects, namely self-kindness, common humanity and mindfulness. The data analysis technique used in this research is descriptive statistics, using the SPSS version 22 application. The majority of self-compassion results for Sanata Dharma University FKIP students who experienced toxic dating relationships were moderately dominant. The results of the research conducted showed that out of 31 students, as many as 6.5% of students who experienced a toxic relationship had a very high level of self-compassion, 16.1% of students who experienced a toxic relationship in a relationship had a high level of self-compassion, 38.7% of students those who experienced a toxic dating relationship had a moderate level of self-compassion, 35.5% of students who experienced a toxic dating relationship had a low level of self-compassion, and 3.2% of students who experienced a toxic dating relationship had a very low level of self-compassion. There are 16 items measuring self-compassion which were identified as having low scores and 3 items measuring self-compassion which were identified as having very low scores which were proposed as guidance topics.
Penerapan Resirkulasi Akuarium Modular terhadap Peningkatan Kualitas Karang Hias (Corals) di CV. Rezky Bahari Sulawesi Selatan
Authors: Irmawati Irmawati  , Ratnawati Ratnawati  , Mauli Kasmi
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the application of modular aquarium recirculation to improving the quality of ornamental corals at CV. Rezky Bahari, South Sulawesi. As for the application of modular aquarium recirculation at CV. Rezky Bahari is that it has been implemented and runs according to its function or use and can improve the quality of ornamental corals in the company. This research uses quantitative and qualitative descriptive data analysis methods. The samples used were all the number of ornamental corals found in 5 modular aquariums..The results of the study were obtained by making direct observations about how changes before and after recirculation was applied. With this direct observation, it has been proven that the quality of ornamental corals is very influential on the application of recirculation where there are many changes ranging from the level of survival to the quality of water.
The Review of A Brief History of Oil and Gas
Authors:   University of Science and Technology Liaoning, CHEN Yijing , RUAN Jiayu ,   Sichuan Transportation Construction Group Co.
Published: September 2024

A Brief History of Oil and Gas is a popular science book authored by Professor Zhang Liehui and his team from Southwest Petroleum University for nearly four years and published by the Petroleum Industry Press. This comprehensive work introduces the history and development of oil and gas. By tracing the origins of the oil and gas industry, the book provides detailed descriptions of technological innovations, economic and political impacts, and environmental issues, offering readers a multidimensional perspective in understanding the development trajectory and future prospects of this critical energy sector. It comprehensively showcases the entire process of oil and gas from formation to exploration, development, storage, transportation and integrated utilization, with content that is not only scientifically accurate but also easily understandable. Detailed, systematic, highly practical and popular, the book provides the readers with an indepth understanding of valuable resources in the oil and gas sector. It also guides readers to pay attention to energy transition and environmental protection. This book is not only well-received by professionals in the petroleum industry but also attracts a wide range of readers who are interested in oil and gas exploration and development.
Sparse Bayesian Based Method to Solve Dirichlet Problem
Authors:   School of Mathematics and Statistics, Guangdong University of Technology, YANG Donghua , MO Yan ,   School of Mathematics and Statistics, Guangdong University of Technology
Published: September 2024

Partial differential equations are closely related to many practical problems. Since they are usually difficult to obtain analytical solutions of partial differential equations, their numerical solution is a hot topic for many scholars. Sparse Bayesian learning is a hot research spot of machine learning in recent years. Relevance Vector Machine (RVM) is a learning machine based on sparse Bayesian learning, which shows good performance in solving approximation problems. In this paper, based on the reproducing kernel theory and relevance vector machine, a new method for solving discrete and non-discrete dirichlet problems is proposed. Based on the reproducing kernel theory, the reproducing kernel space satisfying the equation conditions is constructed, and the equation solving problem is transformed into the corresponding objective optimization problem. Then, the problem is solved in the framework of correlation vector machine, and the approximate solution is obtained by sparse representation of linear combination of reproducing kernels. Compared with the traditional method, this method does not need to draw the grid. Compared with the general machine learning method, this method in this paper has excellent ability to avoid over-fitting based on the processing of hyperparameters. It can calculate the posterior probability distribution of the results to provide uncertainty quantification. It does not need to set additional regularization parameters in the cross-validation process, which reduces the complexity of the model and improves the model’s generalization ability, interpretability and efficiency. Sparsity analysis shows the sparse nature of the proposed method and the possibility of extending it to high-dimensional problems. Comparison experiments with the commonly used finite difference method, neural network method and support vector machine method show that the proposed method has better sparsity, robustness and effectiveness.
Apresentação
Authors: Souza Danielle , Cornea Ioana
Published: September 2024

Apresentação v. 21 n. 2 2024
Cultura e discurso atravessados no corpo-mulher da Amazônia brasileira
Authors: Vieira Norma Cristina , Araújo Fernanda Campos de , Garcia Dantielli Assumpção
Published: September 2024

Na Amazônia, os corpos e seus aspectos carregam significados singulares. São corpos ambivalentes entre natureza e cultura. Utilizamos a Análise de Discurso, de Michel Pêcheux, para assim pensar o corpo, sobretudo o corpo-mulher, como materialidade discursiva. Nesse território, existem lugares específicos baseados em gênero que afetam e regulam a vida das mulheres. Eventos biológicos, como menstruação, gravidez, puerpério, são socialmente estigmatizados e tratados com preconceito. Este atravessamento do patriarcado cunha o significante "panema" (azar) para se referir à mulher. O estar panema (aquela/e que traz má sorte) é uma condição sociobiológica que nutre os lugares constituídos de gênero em alguns territórios na Amazônia brasileira. É um termo usado para justificar as diversas interdições (gravidez, resguardo, menstruação) que afetam a mulher e o seu corpo, assim submetendo-os ao controle e poder alheios. Há uma representação ambivalente sobre o corpo das mulheres no imaginário social, de um lado alinhado ao discurso de que estas são frágeis, dóceis e virtuosas, de outro lado, com poderes e energias ominosas marcadas pelas expressões da natureza biológica. Esse conjunto de significados, quando examinado pela lente dos papéis de gênero, leva a mulher e seu corpo para uma posição limitante. Tal condição regula, manipula e violenta os corpos femininos, marcados pela ideologia patriarcal e seus articulados discursos.
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“Era um quadro bonito que se transformou num quadro do Salvador Dalí, tudo se derretendo”: emoções em uma narrativa de violência institucional de gênero
Authors: Araujo Fernandes Marília
Published: September 2024

O presente trabalho pretende analisar como as emoções são construídas em uma narrativa que denuncia violências perpetradas por um agente de segurança pública em uma Delegacia de Atendimento à Mulher e quais mecanismos discursivos são mobilizados nessa construção. O arcabouço teórico-analítico parte da compreensão de que emoções são um construto sociocultural e de que narrativa é uma prática discursivo-interacional situada. A metodologia do estudo é de natureza qualitativa e interpretativista bem como considera um fazer etnográfico online. Os dados foram gerados em uma interação via Google Meet entre a pesquisadora, uma assistida e a presidenta de um grupo virtual de apoio a mulheres sobreviventes de violência de gênero. Os resultados apontam para construções que abalam visões sociais preestabelecidas sobre a humanização no atendimento das DEAMs.
Comparison of differences between initial and recurrent acute pancreatitis in the intensive care unit
Authors: Xu Wei , Hu Lan , Shi Shengyi , Gao Jie , Ye Jing , Lu Yiming
Published: September 2024

Introduction

Previous studies have found that RAP may be at reduced risk for a clinically severe course and have reduced mortality. However, there is still a lack of data related to RAP admitted to ICU.

Material and methods

Baseline characteristics of patients diagnosed with IAP and RAP from the MIMIC-IV database were extracted. In-hospital mortality and length of hospital/ICU stay were identified as outcomes. Binomial logistic regression analysis was performed to clarify the independent risk factors for in-hospital mortality in both groups, and we determined the best scoring system for prognosis prediction by plotting the ROC curves and DCA curves.

Results

The in-hospital mortality rate was 13.96% in patients with IAP and 3.57% in patients with RAP. For IAP, the CCI, the BISAP score, and the SIRS score on the first day of admission were independent risk factors for in-hospital mortality. The SAPS II score almost always showed a higher net clinical benefit than the other scoring systems (BISAP, LODS, and OASIS). The BISAP score almost always showed a higher net clinical benefit than the others for RAP.

Conclusions

RAP is less severe and has a lower risk of in-hospital mortality than IAP. The CCI, the BISAP score, and the SIRS score on the first day of admission were all independent risk factors for in-hospital mortality in patients with IAP. The SAPS II score was a better scoring system for predicting in-hospital mortality in patients with IAP. The BISAP score showed potential for predicting in-hospital mortality in patients with RAP.
Design and Optimization of Iron Cow Stem with Flaps by Finite Element Method and Genetic Algorithm
Authors: Khaled Kamal Oude  , Adelkhani Ali
Published: September 2024

Reversible plows are one of the important and efficient tools in primary tillage, which are affected by many dynamic loads. These tools are damaged in different working conditions, and they are damaged from the stem area. For this reason, in this research, a method based on the finite element method and genetic algorithm was presented to optimize the reversible plow shaft. In this research, two parameters of cross-sectional area and stem curvature were investigated as independent variables. A total of 24 different models for the plow shaft were designed in SolidWorks software, FEM software and used Iron Cow Stem. Then, the different designs of the stem in the environment of the abacus were loaded and stress free occurred in them and were eliminated. Then, using an artificial neural network, a model was presented to estimate the von Mises tension based on the information related to the cross-sectional area and stem curvature, and this model was able to estimate the maximum von Mises tension with an accuracy of 99%. Then the mentioned model was linked with the genetic algorithm and it was used to optimize the plow shaft. After selecting the optimized model through the genetic algorithm, the plow shaft was designed again and the tireless stress that occurred in it under the same loading conditions as the previous conditions was eliminated. The results showed that the amount of maximum stress in this model decreased by 6% compared to the previous models and the best stem designs is (Stress (MPa) VonMises=295.2).
Residual Stresses Characterisation of Hard Ceramic Coating (SiC-5wt%Al2O3) Using X-Ray Diffraction Technique
Authors: Samah R. Hassan  , Mudhar. A. Al-Obaidi  , Hamid M. Mahan  , Sergey Konovalov
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study is to measure residual stresses, specifically in wear protection coating, using the sin2ψ based on the X-ray diffraction technique. The combination of silicon carbide substrate and aluminium oxide (SiC-5wt.% Al2O3) is used as the wear protection coating, and AlNi alloy represents the bond coat, which is formed by the flame spraying method on the mild steel substrate. This in turn has enabled to reduce the thermal expansion constant between the substrate and composite ceramic layer. The diffraction angle, 2θ, is measured experimentally, and the lattice spacing is calculated using Bragg's Law using the measured diffraction angle and the known X-ray wavelength. Interestingly, stress calculations for the samples demonstrate a linear relationship of a slop proportionate to stress same as to homogenous isotropic samples in a bi-axial stress. Thus, the relationship between dspacing and sin2ψ is demonstrated as a straight line with a slope proportional to stress. However, the oscillatory trend showed the existence of in-homogeneous stress distribution. To resolve this challenge, X-ray elastic parameters are deployed instead of Poisson ratio (ν) and Young's modulus (E) values. The value of the residual stresses for these coatings calculated is compressive residual stresses of (-594.029 MPa).
Syncope
Authors: Grant Lois , Avis Elizabeth J.
Published: September 2024

The rapid response team quickly uncovers the cause of a patient’s syncope.
Reflections: My first year as a Magnet® Program Director
Authors: Stoffan Peter
Published: September 2024

This rewarding role requires flexibility, patience, and love of the profession.
Una victoria pírrica, difícilmente expansiva, sobre reintegro de gastos sanitarios padecidos en la primera ola de la pandemia del coronavirus
Authors: Arufe Varela Alberto
Published: September 2024

La Sala de lo Social del Tribunal Supremo reconoce el derecho del recurrente al reintegro de sus gastos sanitarios efectuados en hospital privado, en la primera ola de la pandemia del coronavirus. El recurrente obtiene una victoria pírrica, por causa del importe de los gastos objeto de reintegro, y difícilmente expansiva a otros supuestos de reintegro, por causa del contexto pandémico en que se desenvuelve. La reforma de la norma reguladora del reintegro de gastos podría tratar de evitar este tipo de victorias pírricas en el futuro.
A CIÊNCIA É MASSA: ANIMAÇÕES STOP-MOTION COMO ESTRATÉGIA DIDÁTICA EM CIÊNCIAS
Authors: Neco Heytor Victor Pereira da Costa , Rocha Marília de França
Published: September 2024

A importância dos vídeos na educação tem sido evidenciada nos últimos anos, quando os materiaisproduzidos para sala de aula passaram a ser produzidos em sala de aula. Além disso, atualmente, sabe-se que os estudantes buscam vídeos mais diretos, curtos e que tornem o processo de aprendizado mais rápido. No entanto, quando se trata da ciência, muitos desses vídeos apresentam conceitos descontextualizados, o que leva a simplificação da ciência e acaba não contribuindo positivamente como esperado. Diante disso, o objetivo desse trabalho foi produzir micrometragens de animação a partir da leitura de artigos de revistas científicas e relatar a experiência em uma oficina de stop motion, técnica de animação que utiliza materiais de baixo custo, como massa de modelar, para criar personagens modeláveis e que são fotografados em sequência para criar a ilusão que estão se mexendo. Realizada na Universidade de Pernambuco, a oficina durou três manhãs e os participantes, estudantes de graduação e mestrado, produziram vídeos sobre mitose e metamorfose. A técnica de stop motion apresenta um impacto maior na educação quando o próprio estudante a realiza, uma vez que envolve a modelagem “foto-a-foto”, auxiliando na compreensão de que processos biológicos não acontecem individualmente, mas ao mesmo tempo.
MODELO DIDÁTICO COMO RECURSO PARA O ENSINO DE CIÊNCIAS: SUA INFLUÊNCIA COMO FERRAMENTA FACILITADORA NO PROCESSO DE ENSINO APRENDIZAGEM
Authors: Santos Rodrigo De Oliveira , Silva Priscila Santos Da , Lima Jandra Lucia De Souza
Published: September 2024

Os processos de ensino e aprendizagem requerem diversos meios para sua plena concretização. Esses meios referem-se a um conjunto de fatores que vão desde a estrutura escolar até as metodologias de ensino utilizadas pelos docentes. Ainda há enorme carência quanto ao ensino e à aprendizagem das ciências escolares na educação básica, como por exemplo, quanto ao desenvolvimento de aulas práticas. Na história da Biologia enquanto disciplina escolar se encontra marcada por períodos distintos. Na primeira metade do século XX. Com o passar dos anos, esta visão passou a ser questionada e se encaminhou para uma valorização da importância dos conhecimentos biológicos no campo de discussão da ciência e tecnologia, o que é próprio da sociedade contemporânea. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo fazer uma revisão bibliográfica acerca da importância dos modelos didáticos no ensino de Ciências e Biologia. Nos resultados enuncia que o rendimento dos estudantes aumenta de forma significativa quando se trabalha de forma interativa e participativa. Logo, o envolvimento dos estudantes nas atividades que utilizam modelos didáticos e ilustrações promove uma melhor assimilação dos conteúdos e aquisição do conhecimento por parte dos estudantes. E por fim, as metodologias, constituem um aspecto fundamental da prática docente, nesse sentido, é preciso destacar que é o professor o profissional responsável por selecionar as estratégias e recursos, no caso o modelo didático que melhor possam mobilizar a aprendizagem dos estudantes, de forma a despertá-los para a apropriação dos conhecimentos.
O TEATRO CIENTÍFICO COMO INSTRUMENTO METODOLÓGICO DE ENSINO DA HISTÓRIA DA FÍSICA NA TEMÁTICA DA GRAVITAÇÃO
Authors: Protásio Amanda Rodrigues Guimaraes , Ramos João Eduardo Fernandes
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho propõe trabalhar a história da Física com alunos de ensino médio com o auxílio do teatro como instrumento mediador. O teatro científico permite construir com os alunos o conhecimento de como a ciência é desenvolvida. O teatro, por ter uma linguagem mais simples, é um meio capaz de cativar e aproximar os alunos tornando-os participantes ativos deste processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Propõe-se desenvolver o trabalho em forma de oficina e finalizando com curtas encenações teatrais baseadas em dois artigos que relatam sobre a vida de Kepler e suas contribuições em forma de diálogos. Outros trabalhos que utilizaram o teatro como meio de ensino obtiveram como resultados, por exemplo: o avanço na aquisição de conhecimento, mudança de postura de professores e alunos e a criação de um ambiente mais agradável e convidativo.
Hermenéutica y teoría crítica
Authors: Oliva José Armando
Published: September 2024

No abstract available.

ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 41, No. 451-452, 1986: 431-447.
Marzo-mayo
Authors: ECA: Estudios Centroamericanos
Published: September 2024

No abstract available.

ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 41, No. 451-452, 1986: 483-486.
El terremoto del 10 de octubre y la reconstrucción nacional
Authors: Alvarado José Antonio , Goitia Alfonso , León René
Published: September 2024

No abstract available.

ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 41, No. 457-458, 1986: 954-964.
Agosto, septiembre y octubre de 1986
Authors: ECA: Estudios Centroamericanos
Published: September 2024

No abstract available.

ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 41, No. 457-458, 1986: 1051-1055.
Los medios de comunicación y la cuestión centroamericana
Authors: Gamero Manuel
Published: September 2024

No abstract available.

ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 41, No. 457-458, 1986: 1032-1036.
Cognitive Function of Children with High Risk of ADHD and The Benefit of Physical Exercise for Cognitive Function of Children with a High Risk of ADHD
Authors: Setiawati Yunias , Kalalo Royke Tony , Wahyurini Melati , Dianasari Dianasari , Wedastra I Made , Hartopo Dhenni , Soetioso Vanessa Budiawan
Published: September 2024

Objective: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder in children, affecting around 5% globally, with symptoms often persisting into adulthood. It significantly impairs cognitive functions like attention and executive functions. This study investigates the impact of physical exercise on cognitive functions in children at high risk of ADHD. Method: The study was conducted at SDN Simokerto VI, Surabaya. Participants were students in grades 4 and 5 with an Indonesian ADHD Rating Scale (IARS) score > 30. Cognitive performance was assessed using the Trail Making Test (TMT), which evaluates processing speed, attention, and cognitive flexibility. Physical exercise was administered as part of the community service activity. Results: A total of 26 students participated, with 12 males (46%) and 14 females (54%). The grade distribution was 9 students in grade 4 (35%) and 17 in grade 5 (65%). In the TMT-A, 23 students (88%) demonstrated average processing speed and attention, while 3 students (12%) showed deficits. In the TMT-B, 25 students (96%) exhibited average cognitive flexibility, with 1 student (4%) showing a deficit. The results indicate that most students performed within the average range for both tests, with a small number showing deficits in specific areas. Conclusion: Physical exercise appears to be an effective non-pharmacological intervention for improving cognitive functions in children with ADHD. The study’s findings support the incorporation of regular physical activity into the daily routine of children at high risk of ADHD to enhance cognitive performance, reduce behavioral problems, and promote academic success.
Advancements in quantum computing and their implications for software development
Authors: Oyekunle Claudius Oyeniran  , Adebunmi Okechukwu Adewusi  , Adams Gbolahan Adeleke  , Chidimma Francisca Azubuko  , Lucy Anthony Akwawa
Published: September 2024

Quantum computing is rapidly emerging as a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionize various fields, including software development. Unlike classical computers that rely on binary logic, quantum computers leverage the principles of quantum mechanics—such as superposition, entanglement, and quantum interference—to perform complex computations at unprecedented speeds. Recent advancements in quantum hardware, algorithm development, and quantum programming languages have brought the technology closer to practical application. This paper explores the latest developments in quantum computing, focusing on their implications for the software development industry. The advent of quantum computing necessitates a shift in traditional software paradigms, introducing new programming models and requiring developers to rethink existing approaches. Quantum algorithms, such as Shor's algorithm and Grover's algorithm, challenge current cryptographic systems, demanding the creation of quantum-resistant solutions. Moreover, quantum computing offers promising applications in optimization, problem-solving, and simulations, which could have profound impacts across industries. However, the adoption of quantum computing faces significant challenges, including technical limitations, high costs, and a lack of quantum expertise. Despite these hurdles, the continued evolution of quantum technologies suggests a future where quantum and classical computing will coexist, offering new tools and capabilities for software developers. This paper provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of quantum computing, its impact on software development, and the challenges that lie ahead.
Keywords: Quantum Computing, Software Development, Quantum Algorithms, Quantum Programming, Quantum Hardware.
Unraveling Determinants of Sustainable Growth in Egyptian Firms across the Firm Life Cycle
Authors: Wassef Abanoub , Zamel Ahmed , El Dardery Ola I.S.
Published: September 2024

This research investigates the determinants that shape the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) of non-financial firms listed on the Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) over a decade from 2012 to 2022. The study’s main determinants are profitability, asset efficiency, dividend policy, liquidity, and leverage. It further explores how these determinants evolve throughout the different stages of a firm’s life cycle. Findings from multiple regression models indicate that SGR is positively influenced by profitability and leverage, while dividend policy employs a negative effect. Interestingly, asset efficiency and liquidity do not have a significant impact on SGR. Upon examining these factors across the life cycle of a firm, profitability, and dividend policy consistently affect SGR. Asset efficiency becomes significant during the growth stage, and leverage during the maturity stage. However, liquidity does not significantly influence SGR at any stage of the life cycle. This study offers a unique insight into the determinants of SGR in the Egyptian context, highlighting their variability across different stages of a firm’s life cycle.
Teaching Gender for STEM Scholar Community in a Virtual Learning Environment: A Path for Scholar Digital Transformation
Authors: ALCANTARA-CONCEPCION Tamara , RAMIREZ-PULIDO Karla
Published: September 2024

This paper presents a Virtual Learning Environment as an axle for teaching and learning Gender topics in a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics scholar community. The Virtual Learning Environment has been developed in Moodle, considering the syllabuses to teach the subject in the Faculty of Engineering at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. Teachers, researchers, and students made the design with specialization in pedagogy, gender, computers, and systems. The methodology includes a literature review of pedagogical methods, gender topics and dynamics, and educational technologies. The integration of constructivist methodology helps to focus on tasks or problems, encourages research, and formulates strategies for their solution; it was possible by considering two pedagogical methodologies: thinking-based and problem-based learning. Using a Virtual Learning Environment is ideal for promoting the integration of multidisciplinary teams. In this case, the pedagogical design incorporated the Gender Perspective and gender violence as cross-cutting issues to be addressed according to the agenda of a subject on gender. Considering these elements, activities, readings, and evaluations were designed and incorporated into a virtual classroom in Moodle. Underlying the findings found in this project, it is essential to mention the development of content with a gender perspective within STEM areas and the development of an easy-to-learn technological platform under a didactic and innovative methodology.
Analysis of the Determinants of Economic Growth: An Empirical Study on the EU-28 Countries
Authors: VINTILĂ Alexandra-Ioana
Published: September 2024

This paper investigates the impact of determinants on economic growth within the EU-28 countries, over a period of 10 years. The database is collected from the official websites of Eurostat, the World Bank, and The Heritage Foundation, and includes the dependent variable, measured as GDP per capita, signifying the economic growth in the EU-28 countries, as well as the independent variables, namely: government revenue as a percentage of GDP, government expenditure as a percentage of GDP, foreign direct investment as a percentage of GDP, trade openness representing the sum of exports and imports of goods and services, measured as a percentage of GDP, inflation rate measured as consumer price index, unemployment rate, and index of economic freedom. Two models were estimated regarding the impact of influencing factors on economic growth, in which government revenue and government expenditure were separately included. The results of the econometric analysis indicate that both models are statistically valid at a significance level of 1%. Moreover, there is a significant and positive impact of government revenue, government expenditure, trade openness, and index of economic freedom on economic growth, while unemployment rate has a positive influence on GDP per capita in the model with government revenue, and in the model with government expenditure, the impact is negative. Consequently, an increase in government revenue, government expenditure, trade openness, and economic freedom generates economic growth, whereas unemployment can lead to both an increase and a decrease in GDP per capita. At the end of the study, the research results are compared with those obtained in the previous studies presented in the literature review, indicating similar or different results.
Do Parents Push the Button? Parental Influence on IT Career Choices of Sri Lankan University Students
Authors: WICKRAMASINGHE Mihiri , DISSANAYAKA Maheshika
Published: September 2024

Parental influence is a powerful force shaping career choices of young individuals, especially in emerging fields with limited understanding. This influence is particularly crucial for careers in newly emerged industries like Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS). In contexts where parental influence is traditionally strong, understanding how parents shape their children’s interest in these fields becomes even more important. This study addresses this gap by investigating how Sri Lankan’s parents influence their children’s career choices in the IS field. We employed a quantitative approach, surveying 247 IS students at a Sri Lankan state university using a self-administered questionnaire that measured six key parental influence attributes. The findings suggest that three attributes: ‘perceived parental career concerns on welfare and prestige’, ‘perceived transmission of parental views and values regarding career’, and ‘perceived parental encouragement to self-direction in career choice’, have a significant impact on students’ career selection in IS sector. The study further assessed the influence of parents’ demographic variables on students’ career choices. These findings provide valuable insights for educators, counselors, and policymakers, emphasizing the need for tailored guidance to enhance students’ understanding of IS career opportunities.
Impact of Corruption on Community Development in Tanzania: A Case Study of the Health Sector in Dar es Salaam City Council
Authors: Kojo Musa Bonyo , Mwaijande Francis
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the factors influencing corruption in the health sector, using Dar es Salaam City Council as a case study. The research is guided by the Public Choice Theory, which posits that individuals in the public sector act in their self-interest, leading to corrupt practices when the opportunity arises. A descriptive research design was adopted in this study. The target population consisted of health workers within the Dar es Salaam City Council (8980). A sample size of 110 respondents was selected using purposive and simple random sampling techniques. Data collection involved the use of 90 questionnaires distributed to respondents and 20 in-depth interviews with key informants. Both qualitative and quantitative methods were employed to collect, process, and analyze the data. Primary data were collected using questionnaires and interviews, while secondary data were obtained through documentary review. The findings revealed a high prevalence of corruption in society, with the health sector showing higher incidents of corruption in Dar es Salaam City Council. Factors contributing to corruption include low salaries, non-existent rules, lack of transparency and accountability, nepotism, favoritism, and inadequate staff welfare benefits. The study concluded that corruption affects the socio-economic development of the country and is considered a major obstacle towards sustainable development in the community and the public at large in the Dar-es-Salaam City Council health sector. The study recommends that the Dar es Salaam City Council improve the working conditions of health workers by increasing salaries, providing staff housing, and offering free utilities and allowances. Additionally, the government of Tanzania should formulate an integrated policy for the health department to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the management of schools and health facilities.
The Relationship Between Language Practices and the Promotion of Kiswahili in Rwanda as the Language of Commerce in the East African Community
Authors: Masezerano Wycliffe , Niyirora Emmanuel
Published: September 2024

Language is a factor of regional integration among others. Statistics reviewed on the speakers of Kiswahili in Rwanda showed that Kiswahili speakers count only 0.3 % and 3.2 of the population by 2002 and 2022 respectively. It is clear that Kiswahili is not yet developed in Rwanda. Language practices are among other factors for the development of a language. Therefore, researchers had the objective of identifying the influence of language practices of the language policy of Rwanda in promoting Kiswahili for the integration of the East African Community. This paper applied mixed research design where structured questionnaires were administered to Rwandans living in both selected urban areas and bordering communities. The total of 384 respondents was the sample size calculated by using the Kothari’s formula. These participants were distributed into five clusters that include business, administration, religion, education and media.  The theory of language policy guided the study. The hierarchical linear regression was applied to test the relationship. It was revealed that language practices have positive relationship towards the promotion of Kiswahili as the language of commerce. The test showed the Pearson value of p˂0.001 which is below .05. However such language practices are not seen on the Rwandan language landscape. Thus, the study suggests that language practices including edited texts, applying the language in media, labelling products in the language, and translating official documents in the language would contribute to the development of Kiswahili in Rwanda for the EAC integration.
PENINGKATAN KREATIVITAS ANAK MELALUI TEKNIK ECOPRINT PAUD CERIA DESA BANJAR NEGERI KECAMATAN WAY LIMA KABUPATEN PESAWARAN
Authors: PERTIWI DEA YUDA , SUSANTI AGUS , PAHSYA FIJIRA , ANNISA LATIFA , P M HENNANDA
Published: September 2024

One of the work programs of the students of the Community Service Program of Raden Intan Lampung Islamic University is the Ecoprint making activity. The target of this activity is the children of Ceria Kindergarten, Banjar Negeri Village. This research is motivated by the lack of interest of children in participating in teaching and learning activities and the lack of creativity of Ceria Kindergarten children, Banjar Negeri Village. So in this study it is formulated whether this ecoprint technique can increase children's creativity. This study aims to increase children's creativity through the ecoprint technique. Ecoprint is a natural coloring process through simple materials such as the use of leaves. This research method uses a method with a direct observation and documentation data collection technique for Ceria Kindergarten children, Banjar Negeri Village, Way Lima District, Pesawaran Regency. The results of this study indicate that this ecoprint technique can increase children's creativity in the learning process.
ABSTRAKSalah satu program kerja mahasiswa Kuliah Kerja Nyata Universitas Islam Ngeri Raden Intan Lampung adalah kegiatan pembuatan Ecoprint. Sasaran dari kegiatan ini adalah anak-anak PAUD Ceria Desa Banjar Negeri. Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh kurangnya minat anak dalam mengikuti kegiatan belajar mengajar dan kurangnya kreativitas anak PAUD Ceria Desa Banjar Negeri. Sehingga dalam penelitian ini di rumuskan apakah teknik ecoprint ini bisa meningkatkan kreativitas anak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kreativitas anak melalui teknik ecoprint. Ecoprint merupakan proses pewarnaan alami melalui bahan-bahan sederhana seperti pemanfaatan daun - daunan. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan metode dengan teknik pengumpulan data observasi dan dokumentasi langsung terhadap anak PAUD Ceria Desa Banjar Negeri, Kecamatan Way Lima, Kabupaten Pesawaran. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa dengan teknik ecoprint ini bisa meningkatkan kreativitas anak dalam proses pembelajaran.Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh rendahnya kreativitas pada diri anak usia dini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kreativitas anak usia 5-6 tahun melalui penggunaan teknik ecoprint. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan penelitian eksperimen dan dianalisis secara kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan yaitu, tes, observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil Penelitian ini adalah; anak memiliki rasa ingin tahu yang besar. Ketika kegiatan pembelajaran berlangsung, yang terjadi anak selalu bertanya tentang apa yang dia lihat pada saat menjelajahi lingkungan di sekitar sekolah.
Current potential of CH4 emission estimates using TROPOMI in the Middle East
Authors: Liu Mengyao , van der A Ronald , van Weele Michiel , Bryan Lotte , Eskes Henk , Veefkind Pepijn , Liu Yongxue , Lin Xiaojuan , de Laat Jos , Ding Jieying
Published: September 2024

Abstract. An improved divergence method has been developed to estimate annual methane (CH4) emissions from TROPOspheric Monitoring Instrument (TROPOMI) observations. It has been applied to the period of 2018 to 2021 over the Middle East, where the orography is complicated, and the mean mixing ratio of methane (XCH4) might be affected by albedos or aerosols over some locations. To adapt to extreme changes of terrain over mountains or coasts, winds are used with their divergent part removed. A temporal filter is introduced to identify highly variable emissions and to further exclude fake sources caused by retrieval artifacts. We compare our results to widely used bottom-up anthropogenic emission inventories: Emissions Database for Global Atmospheric Research (EDGAR), Community Emissions Data System (CEDS), and Global Fuel Exploitation Inventory (GFEI) over several regions representing various types of sources. The NOx emissions are from EDGAR and Daily Emissions Constrained by Satellite Observations (DECSO), and the industrial heat sources identified by Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) are further used to better understand our resulting methane emissions. Our results indicate possibly large underestimations of methane emissions in metropolises like Tehran (up to 50 %) and Isfahan (up to 70 %) in Iran. The derived annual methane emissions from oil/gas production near the Caspian Sea in Turkmenistan are comparable to GFEI but more than 2 times higher than EDGAR and CEDS in 2019. Large discrepancies in the distribution of methane sources in Riyadh and its surrounding areas are found between EDGAR, CEDS, GFEI, and our emissions. The methane emission from oil/gas production to the east of Riyadh seems to be largely overestimated by EDGAR and CEDS, while our estimates as well as GFEI and DECSO NOx indicate much lower emissions from industrial activities. On the other hand, regions like Iran, Iraq, and Oman are dominated by sources from oil and gas exploitation that probably include more irregular releases of methane, with the result that our estimates, which include only invariable sources, are lower than the bottom-up emission inventories.
A Numerical Alternative for 3D Addition Theorems Based on the Bilinear Form of the Dyadic Green's Function and the Equivalence Principle
Authors: Giannetti Giacomo , Klinkenbusch Ludger
Published: September 2024

Abstract. A numerical method based on the equivalence principle and the dyadic Green's function is presented. It can be used to compute the spherical-multipole amplitudes with respect to an origin in a subdomain 2 due to sources in a distinct subdomain 1. As an example, consider that subdomain 1 contains a horn antenna that is solved numerically using a commercial full-wave simulator. The radiated field serves as the incident field for subdomain 2 which contains the scatterer, in our example a lossless dielectric sphere. The proposed method is based on the equivalence currents on a Huygens surface enclosing the antenna and uses the free-space dyadic Green's function to compute the electric and magnetic fields on a sphere enclosing the scatterer. From this electromagnetic field on the spherical surface, the spherical-multipole amplitudes of the incident field with respect to the center of the sphere enclosing the scatterer are obtained numerically and can be further processed. The results obtained with this method are compared to the results solely computed by the numerical full-wave simulator.