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Comparison of Pharmacological Treatment with Psychotherapeutic Interventions on Borderline Personality Disorder
Authors: Aliyari Mahdi
Published: December 2024

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition. People with BPD have extreme mood swings, unstable relationships and trouble controlling their emotions. They also have a higher risk of suicide and self-destructive behavior. Talk therapy is the main treatment for BPD. However due to the diverse clinical presentations of borderline personality disorder, various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral interventions and pharmacological treatments, have been offered. Therefore, this study aimed to compare pharmacological treatment with psychotherapeutic interventions for borderline personality disorder. In this clinical trial approved by the university's ethics committee, 30 randomly selected male patients were assigned to three groups. After obtaining consent, the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) and the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) were administered as pre-test measures. The first group received drug therapy (olanzapine), while the second group underwent eight 90-minute sessions of cognitive-behavioral therapy. The control group received no interventions. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 22 software. Significant differences were found between the intervention groups and the control group; both interventions had a significant positive effect on the anxiety and depression of patients with borderline personality disorder, and the therapeutic effects were sustained in the follow-up stage (p < 0.05). Additionally, the follow-up results indicated that the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy on anxiety and depression was greater than that of drug therapy. Cognitive-behavioral therapy can effectively control anxiety and depression in patients with borderline personality disorder
Investigating the Relationship between Professional Ethics and Managers' Organizational Commitment
Authors: Aliyari Mahdi
Published: December 2024

Adherence to ethical principles and standards among teachers and administrators can lead to positive outcomes. Undoubtedly, moving toward achieving organizational goals and ultimately comprehensive progress depends on increasing professional ethics within organizations. Having professional ethics is considered a competitive advantage and one of the most important factors for success in any organization. This study aimed to examine the correlation between organizational ethics and professional ethics with organizational commitment among managers of knowledge-based companies. The research method was descriptive correlational, and the statistical population comprised all managers of knowledge-based companies in Isfahan province. A total of 70 participants were randomly selected based on Morgan's table. An online questionnaire was used to collect data, which included demographic information, the Petty Professional Ethics Questionnaire, and the Allen and Meyer Organizational Commitment Questionnaire. The data were analyzed using the Pearson correlation coefficient test with SPSS-27 statistical software. The research findings indicated a significant relationship between professional ethics and organizational commitment among managers.
Dynamic Cash Flow Management Under Uncertainty: Integrating Scenario Planning and Advanced Analytical Tools
Authors: Mohammadi Alireza
Published: December 2024

Effective cash flow management is essential for ensuring financial stability and operational success in dynamic and uncertain environments. Traditional methods often fall short in addressing the complexities posed by volatile markets and unforeseen economic shifts. This paper explores the integration of advanced AI-based analytical tools, scenario planning, and predictive modeling to enhance cash flow optimization. By focusing on iterative processes of analysis, forecasting, and decision-making, the study provides a comprehensive framework for leveraging innovative technologies such as real-time monitoring systems, machine learning algorithms, and probabilistic simulations. Through the case study of the Kian Petrochemical project, the research highlights the transformative impact of these tools in achieving proactive financial management and mitigating risks. This paper contributes to bridging theoretical principles with practical applications, paving the way for more resilient financial systems capable of navigating modern economic uncertainties.
Self-Care and Professional Quality of Life Among Practicing Psychologists
Authors: Sajjad Amna , Imran Hifza
Published: December 2024

Psychologists are no strangers to stress and burnout. However, they derive satisfaction from their work as they believe it to be helpful. Self-care practices help in this regard, acting as both a catalyst for satisfaction and a buffer against burnout and secondary trauma. However, research is limited on the role of self-care in protecting psychologists in Pakistan. The present study aimed to discover the effect of professional self-care on the professional quality of life, compassion satisfaction, and compassion fatigue, among practicing psychologists. Employing a cross-sectional survey design, data was collected through a purposive sampling technique from (N=138) psychologists in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The results indicated that all five factors of professional self-care measured in the scale were negatively associated with burnout and secondary traumatic stress and positively associated with compassion satisfaction. Further results indicated that personal demographics such as age and parental status, and work variables including work experience or supervision, had an impact on the professional quality of life. Overall, professional self-care strategies are an important shield against the negative effects of psychologists’ work. Further research would aid in providing a richer insight into the dynamics of self-care and its effect on Pakistani psychologists.
The Post-Method Teacher in the AI Age: Adapting, Collaborating, Evolving
Authors: Rosa Cecibel Varas Giler  , Karina Fernanda Sotomayor
Published: December 2024

يتغير مشهد تعليم اللغات بشكل جذري، مدفوعًا بالحضور المتزايد للذكاء الاصطناعي (AI).التكنولوجيا اليوم متاحة في كل مكان ومندمجة في العديد من جوانب حياتنا بسرعة مذهلة. في هذا السياق الديناميكي، يظهر المعلم ما بعد الطريقة كشخصية محورية، لا تقتصر مهمته على تقديم التعليم فحسب، بل تشمل التكيف الفعال والتعاون والتطور جنبًا إلى جنب مع أدوات الذكاء الاصطناعي. يتناول هذا البحث التفاعل المعقد بين الخبرة البشرية وذكاء الآلات، ويستعرض كيفية استفادة المعلمين ما بعد الطريقة من قوة الذكاء الاصطناعي لتخصيص التعلم وتعزيز الواقع. يمكن للمعلمين ما بعد الطريقة أن يخلقوا تجارب تعلم ديناميكية وشخصية تُعد الطلاب للنجاح في المستقبل المدفوع بالذكاء الاصطناعي.
تم تطبيق هذا البحث على عينة مكونة من 25 أستاذًا للغة الإنجليزية من الجامعة التقنية الحكومية في كويفيدو – الإكوادور. تم استخدام المنهجيات النوعية والكمية مع الاستبيان كأداة للبحث. تم تحليل البيانات وتفسيرها باستخدام المنهج الوصفي. أظهرت نتائج الدراسة أن جميع المشاركين كان لديهم مستوى فهم مرضٍ لأسس التربية ما بعد الطريقة، ولكن لم يكن جميعهم واثقين في قدرتهم على استخدام الذكاء الاصطناعي. يدعونا هذا المقال لتخيل مستقبل يتم فيه تحسين تعلم اللغات بشكل متكامل بين الذكاء الاصطناعي والخبرة البشرية، مما يمكن المعلمين ما بعد الطريقة من التكيف مع هذه التغيرات بل والمساهمة الفعالة في تشكيل تطور التعليم في عصر الذكاء الاصطناعي.
Exploring the Intersection of Technology and Artificial Intelligence in English Literature: A Critical Analysis
Authors: Al-swmaeai Dr.Khaled Ahmed Ali
Published: December 2024

This critical analysis explores the intersection of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in English literature, delving into the cultural, philosophical, and ethical implications of this theme. The study adopts a close reading approach, closely examining literary works that engage with technology and AI to uncover recurring themes, symbols, and motifs. Through comparative analysis, commonalities and differences in the portrayal of technology and AI are explored, shedding light on their cultural significance
Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives from fields such as philosophy and cultural studies, the analysis delves into the philosophical inquiries raised by these literary works, including questions about human identity, consciousness, and morality. Ethical dimensions are also examined, addressing concerns around privacy, surveillance, and the social impact of technology and AI. Throughout the analysis, the study highlights the unique insights that literature offers in understanding the complex relationship between humanity and technology, inviting readers to reflect on the implications of technology and AI in their own lives. By critically analyzing these literary works, this study provides valuable insights into the cultural and philosophical implications of the intersection of technology and artificial intelligence in English literature.
Transformasi Pendidikan Teknologi Informasi melalui Standar Computing Curricula 2020 di Indonesia
Authors: Jinu Gress , Devina Fahrisa  , Jadiaman Parhusip
Published: December 2024

Perkembangan teknologi informasi (TI) yang pesat memerlukan transformasi pendidikan TI untuk memastikan relevansi dan daya saing lulusan di era digital. Computing Curricula 2020 (CC2020) menjadi standar internasional yang memodernisasi kurikulum TI dengan menitikberatkan pada kompetensi, profesionalisme, dan kebutuhan industri. Artikel ini menganalisis adopsi CC2020 dalam mendukung transformasi pendidikan TI di Indonesia melalui kajian literatur dan analisis fenomena pendidikan. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa tantangan seperti keterbatasan sumber daya, resistensi terhadap perubahan, dan kesenjangan pendidikan-industri memerlukan perhatian serius. Implementasi CC2020 menawarkan peluang strategis, termasuk penyelarasan dengan kebutuhan industri global dan peningkatan daya saing lulusan. Kesimpulannya, adopsi CC2020 dapat menjadi langkah strategis untuk mengembangkan SDM yang adaptif, kompeten, dan siap menghadapi era globalisasi.
ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ НЕТРАДИЦИОННОГО РАСТИТЕЛЬНОГО СЫРЬЯ ПРИ ПРОИЗВОДСТВЕ БЕЗАЛКОГОЛЬНОГО НАПИТКА ДЛЯ ПОВЫШЕНИЯ ИММУНИТЕТА
Authors: Клоконос М.В. , Духан Е.А. , Яковлев И.Ю. , Шолохова Е.С. , Яковлева В.Д.
Published: December 2024

Приведены результаты изучения возможного использования жмыха расторопши в технологиях безалкогольных напитков в качестве природного функционального рецептурного ингредиента. Показано, что жмых расторопши повышает антиоксидантную активность полученного напитка более чем в 5 раз, при этом он не оказывает негативное влияние на органолептические показатели и отвечает требованиям нормативной документации на питьевую безалкогольную продукцию в отношении физико-химических свойств.

The results of studying the possible use of milk thistle cake in soft drink technologies as a natural functional prescription ingredient are presented. It has been shown that milk thistle cake increases the antioxidant activity of the resulting drink by more than 5 times, while it does not have a negative effect on organoleptic parameters and meets the requirements of regulatory documentation for drinking non-alcoholic products in terms of physico-chemical properties.
Integrity and life in emerging architecture - positioning the architect in continual digital design
Authors: Marković Slađana , Svetel Igor , Čolić Damjanović Vesna Mila
Published: December 2024

Guided by questions of contemporaries, leading to the question of integrity and durability of architecture, and by conclusions from recent conferences which advance architecture through digital approaches to designing and guiding architecture towards Artificial Intelligence (AI), we need to get back to the question on how to design in the future under multi-layered complex conditions and sustainability requirements of emerging architecture. Based on this, we conclude that the topic - Integrity of Architectural Objects is yet highly relevant, and this paper represents a continuation of research/ consideration of architectural spatiality as an activity of creativity and structural durability. The sense of careful and complex structural design as an example of a continual digital approach, e.g. a multi-layered network - joint effect of design and realisation of architecture is highlighted.
As digital design in architecture has proven to be elusive and occasionally uncontrollable without the meaningful participation of the architect, this paper highlights positioning of the architect as an important factor in solving integrity and durability challenges of emerging architecture.
Digital approaches in architecture are constantly developed and improved, and structural integrity and durability issues are becoming increasingly complex and serious, especially in relation to geometry/space design and sustainability, so architect’s knowledge involvement is inevitable and necessary in future data-driven design processes.
Positioning of the architect is based on expertise - activities and features, crucial in the process with identical characteristics, as the continuous development and improvement of knowledge, linking and anticipating all needs of the architectural process, the integrity and durability of architecture.
Additionally, knowledge will be meaningfully placed and integrated by positioning of the architect in society, in a critical attitude towards new technological achievements and re-examination of integrity and life of the structure in terms of sustainability and resilience of functional and spatial features of architecture.
The aim of the work is to show that knowledge as the main characteristic of the architect’s positioning in future design and realisation, is also the foundation for integrity and life in emerging architecture.
Creep deformation in a thick-walled spherical shell having steady state temperature
Authors: Thakur Pankaj
Published: December 2024

This article deals with the study of creep deformation in a thick-walled spherical shell under steady state temperature by using transition theory and generalised strain measure. Mathematical modelling is based on stress-strain relation and equilibrium equation. Analytical solutions are presented in a thick-walled spherical shell made of saturated clay, steel and rubber materials. The shell made of rubber material requires higher pressure to yield in comparison to the shell made of saturated clay/steel material without thermal effects.
Effect of magnetic field on thermal instability in rotating Jeffrey nanofluid saturated by a porous medium: free-free, rigid-rigid, and rigid-free boundary conditions
Authors: Sharma Pushap Lata , Kumar Ajit , Lata Praveen , Rana Gian Chand
Published: December 2024

The effect of a revolving Jeffrey nanofluid in a porous medium exposed to a magnetic field is examined in this paper. Three distinct boundary conditions are used to examine the system: free-free, rigid-rigid, and rigid-free. The study examines how the magnetic field impacts the behaviour of the spinning nanofluid inside the porous media using analytical methods and mathematical models. The results broaden our understanding of the connection between rotation, the magnetic field and the special rheological properties of the Jeffrey nanofluid in porous media. The impacts of the Rayleigh number, Lewis number, modified diffusivity ratio, Jeffrey parameter, Chandrashekar number, Taylor number, and porosity of the nanoparticles are investigated through the application of both mathematical and graphical approaches.
Analytical solution of stresses in isotropic disc composed of functionally graded material with variable compressibility and thickness
Authors: Sharma Richa , Nagar Anshu
Published: December 2024

Functionally graded materials (FGMs) have numerous engineering applications due to their unique properties that vary continuously across the material structure. This study presents an analytical investigation into the stress analysis of a functionally graded disc subjected to pressure on the disc’s inner surface. The considered disc is composed of a combination of two or more materials with distinct mechanical properties, exhibiting a gradual variation in composition from the centre to the outer radius. The governing differential equation is solved analytically, elastic-plastic stresses and pressure are obtained. With the help of graphs and mathematical calculations, it is perceived that variable compressibility and variable thickness have substantial impact on the performance of a functionally graded isotropic material. Disc of copper has higher circumferential stresses than steel. It can be concluded that the annular disc of functionally graded material (copper) is more suitable for engineering design than that of the disc made of steel.
Study of longitudinal fracture in nonlinear viscoelastic beams whose thickness grows with time
Authors: Rizov Victor Iliev
Published: December 2024

The presented theoretical paper describes a study of longitudinal fracture behaviour of beam structures whose configuration changes with time. In particular, fracture in beams whose thickness grows with time is considered. The beam upper surface grows upwards at a constant rate. The configuration of the beam lower surface remains unchanged with time. The beams under consideration exhibit continuous material inhomogeneity along their thickness. Therefore, the material properties involved in the present analysis are continuous functions of the z-coordinate. The time-dependent mechanical behaviour of beams loaded in bending is treated by a nonlinear viscoelastic model. The stress-strain-time relationship of the model is derived by analysing the mechanical response of the model components (springs and dashpots) under strains increasing with time. The longitudinal fracture in the beams of growing thickness is characterised by the strain energy release rate. For this purpose, a solution of the strain energy release rate that takes into account the beam thickness growth with time is derived analytically. The J integral is used for checking of the results obtained. The effect of parameter values controlling the thickness growth on longitudinal fracture is assessed.
Searching for oil storage tank layout by solving NP-complete combinatorial optimisation problem
Authors: Shcherban Pavel Sergeevich , Karagadyan Artur Nairievich , Dzhalalova Kamilla Rinatovna
Published: December 2024

In the process of designing a new tank farm or reconstructing an old one, we often face the task of finding the optimal layout of hydrocarbon storage tanks. It is necessary to comply with both the customer's wishes and the requirements of normative documents regarding restrictions in the location of petroleum product storage facilities, and it must be correlated with the size of the site where the tanks are to be constructed. This results in an optimisation problem that can be solved in various ways. In this research, we shall consider two methods for solving such an NP-complete combinatorial optimisation problem: the knapsack problem and the bin-packing problem. For this purpose, we shall solve the discussed problem using both methods analytically, and then form programme algorithms for the solution based on the Python language. Let us compare both methods in real cases of tank placement and analyse their efficiency.
Does ‘What Works’ Work? The Quest for the Holy Grail in Physical Education
Authors: Bailey Richard Peter , Samsudin Nadia , Jenatabadi Hashem Salarzadeh , Bt A Razak Rogayah , Ries Francis
Published: December 2024

The ‘What Works’ agenda within education has become popular for its focus on accountability through data, advancing the aim of developing tangible principles to improve student performance. Nevertheless, this strategy has also been criticised for seeking to define education and missing key social, emotional, and developmental issues, often narrowly. This narrative review attempts to put in perspective the use of the agenda in physical education and to combine evidence to assess its claims and shortcomings. The main conclusions suggest a dilemma in pedagogical practice between paying attention to a narrow definition of students’ success in terms of physical fitness and motor skills acquisition and all the other central goals, including individual improvement, societal change, and interest in engaging in physical activity throughout life. This review takes a step towards identifying solutions to various issues in physical education by addressing evidence-based approaches and the need for interdependency with educational aims, improving the effectiveness of physical education towards students’ health and well-being.
ВЗАИМОДЕЙСТВИЕ КУЛЬТУР В ЭПОХУ СОВРЕМЕННОЙ ГЛОБАЛИЗАЦИИ (НА МАТЕРИАЛЕ ПОЭТИЧЕСКОГО ТЕКСТА О.О.СУЛЕЙМЕНОВА)
Authors: Умбетова Надежда
Published: December 2024

The article examines the issues of intercultural communication in the poetic text of O.O.Suleimenov. The author gives examples with the peculiarities of Turkic culture. The work notes that O.O.Suleimenov, through his works, establishes intercultural contact, in which he calls on peoples to harmony and unification.
XIVA XONLIGI HUDUDIGA BUХОRО YAHUDIYLARINING VA RUS MILLATI VAKILLARINING KO‘CHIB KЕLISH JARAYONI
Authors: Tadjiyeva Feruza
Published: December 2024

In this article, information about the process of immigration of Bukhara Jews and representatives of the Russian nationality to the territory of the Khiva Khanate is presented. In this article, the Russian and Jewish peoples who entered the territory of the Khiva Khanate lived peacefully with the native population, and at the same time shared their knowledge and experience in medicine, crafts and other fields, and made their contribution to the economic and spiritual life of the Khanate. it is difficult to make a final conclusion about their contributions.
Evaluation of Pharmacological Properties of Curcuma zedoaria Rhizome via Ethnopharmacological Approaches
Authors: Priya Fairuz Fatema , Zobayed Abu , Moghal Md. Mizanur Rahman
Published: December 2024

Phytochemicals or plant secondary metabolites secure plant cells in stressful circumstances and offer human well-being and hence are used in traditional medicine. Curcuma zedoaria (Christm.) Roscoe of the family Zingiberaceae has numerous traditional uses, however its pharmacological effectiveness has not yet been fully scrutinized. This study intended to explore the pharmacological properties of the plant using the crude methanolic extract (ME) of its rhizome. In vitro and in vivo assessments were performed to ascertain the hepatoprotective, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic effects. A promising dose-dependent hepatoprotective effect was observed in paracetamol (2 g/kg body weight) induced hepatotoxic rats, pretreated with the ME (150 & 300 mg/kg body weight). There was a significant decline (p<0.001) in the level of the serum biomarkers of hepatic necrosis (Alanine Aminotransferase, Alkaline Phosphatase, Aspartate Aminotransferase, and Total Bilirubin). Antibacterial potency of the ME was evaluated against Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Staphylococcus aureus employing the disc diffusion method, where a dose of 800 µg demonstrated notable effects (p<0.01) compared to the reference standards, Kanamycin and Norfloxacin. Finally, a mild dose-dependent response was observed compared to the reference standard vincristine sulfate in in vitro brine shrimp lethality bioassay, a test taken as an indicator of cytotoxicity. To conclude, the findings of this study opened an avenue for more extensive research to find new phytochemicals with hepatoprotective, antibacterial, and anticancer potential.
PROTÉGÉ 5.6.4 FERRAMENTA PARA CRIAÇÃO DE ONTOLOGIA EM WEB ONTOLOGY LANGUAGE (OWL)
Authors: Sanches Henderson Matsuura , Gomes Marilia Miranda Forte
Published: December 2024

Protégé is a tool developed by the Biomedical Informatics Research Center at Stanford University and is multiplatform open source and can be installed on Windows, MacOSX and GNU\Linux to build the ontology. Protégé 5.6.4 was released on April 18, 2024 with the latest version of the ontology editor being its Web Ontology Language (OWL) representation. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the improvements implemented in Protégé 5.6.4 over version 5.6.3. Through a detailed comparison, including updating OWLAPI, selecting explanation services, and correcting the preferences dialog. Protégé 5.6.4 establishes itself as an essential tool for knowledge modeling, offering improved stability, robust features and broad use cases.
ASPECTOS FUNCIONAIS E ESTÉTICOS DE ESPAÇOS FÍSICOS: UMA REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA
Authors: França Márcia Machado
Published: December 2024

The physical environment plays a relevant role in human perception, directly influencing the interaction of individuals and their well-being. This study investigates the influence of functional elements present in physical spaces, considering their aesthetic and functional aspects. To this end, within the methodological scope, specific bibliographical research on the topic was carried out, using scientific databases. This survey allowed the identification and selection of relevant articles for analysis. The analysis of the results showed that the physical environment provides benefits associated with the natural aspects of human perception. Thus, the studies analyzed allowed an in-depth understanding of the topic, highlighting specificities and identifying potential paths for future interventions in the field of design.
IMAGEM CORPORAL E USO DE MÍDIAS SOCIAIS NA ADOLESCÊNCIA: UMA REVISÃO NARRATIVA
Authors: Souza Rosana Sandri Eleutério de , Melo Gislane Ferreira de
Published: December 2024

O uso de mídias sociais está fortemente associado à alta prevalência de insatisfação com a imagem corporal entre adolescentes. Esta revisão da literatura busca analisar as implicações do uso das mídias sociais no desenvolvimento da imagem corporal de adolescentes, bem como os problemas de saúde relacionados a este uso. Foram consultados artigos sobre o tema nas bases PubMed, Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS – Brasil), Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS) e Google Scholar (Google Acadêmico), abrangendo publicações de 2019 a 2024. Foram analisados, na íntegra, 26 artigos e 2 livros considerados obras fundamentais no campo da imagem corporal. Os estudos revelam que o uso intenso das mídias sociais tem um efeito nocivo no desenvolvimento da imagem corporal durante a adolescência, aumentando os níveis de insatisfação corporal. Esse impacto inclui problemas alimentares e comportamentos de construção muscular. As repercussões negativas do uso das redes digitais têm levado os adolescentes a problemas psicológicos, como baixa autoestima, depressão e ansiedade, entre outras alterações prejudiciais à saúde. Os dados demonstram a importância e a necessidade de investimento em pesquisas sobre essa temática. Estudos que busquem compreender o impacto das mídias sociais no desenvolvimento da imagem corporal na puberdade podem fornecer suporte para o estabelecimento de intervenções profissionais que minimizem as repercussões negativas do uso dessas mídias, trazendo benefícios para a saúde mental e física dos adolescentes ao longo de seu desenvolvimento e resultando em impactos positivos no quadro geral da saúde pública.
Incentives and Barriers for Green Banking Adoption: Paving the Path towards Sustainable Financial Practices
Authors: Khushbu, Dr. Manoj Agarwal
Published: December 2024

Now a days every person in the society have awareness about the environment sustainability and every third persons wants to contribute in the society by using environment friendly products because we all know that if we use harmful products in today’s scenario it will automatically affect our future. For this government of most of the countries develop environment protection initiatives in which green banking is the one. Because now customer is more alert about the environmental activities and as per government norms, business should obey the rules of environment suitability to retain their businesses into the market. So they have to follow the 3P’s rule i.e. Profit, People and Planet Generally, the green word is more popular in current scenario like Green Banking, Green Projects, and Green Products and so on because everyone has the knowledge about the environment sustainability. The study just focused on Green banking in this research report, green banking concept was originated in 2003 by US to safeguard their economy. The Green Bank Act establish the first Green Bank in US country and the main purpose of this bank is to use the minimum paper for banking activities as well as reduce those activities which deepened on tree based raw material.
Pelatihan Peningkatan Kualitas Layanan Pelanggan Pada Resto Kuliner Ayam Geprek GMS di Kota Depok, Jawa Barat
Authors: Suntari Esti , Maharani Haidilia , Maduningtias Lucia , Maduningtias Lucia
Published: December 2024

Tujuan di laksanakan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini adalah untuk membantu dalam menentukan strategi pengelolaan restoran kuliner ini. Kualitas pelayanan pelanggan merupakan aspek kunci dalam industri restoran yang sangat kompetitif, seperti Ayam Geprek GMS di Kota Depok  Jawa Barat. Metode pelatihan yang  meliputi sesi teori, simulasi praktis dan role palying, serta evaluasi berkala untuk mengukur efektifitas pelatihan dan melakukan perbaikan yang diperlukan. Dengan mengidentifikasi dan mengatasi masalah utama yang dihadapi dalam pelayanan, pelatihan ini di harapkan dapat meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan secara keseluruhan, memperkuat reputasi restoran dan meningkatkan loyalitas pelanggan. Hasil penelitian ini dengan melalui evaluasi pelatihan dapat memberikan peningkatan kualitas pelayanan secara keseluruhan, memperkuat reputasi restoran dan meningkatkan loyalitas pelanggan. Selain itu juga tercapainya standar pelayanan yang tinggi dan membedakan dirinya dalam pasar yang kompetitif memastikan kepuasan pelanggan yang konsisten dan berkelanjutan.
FINANCING ANTALYA GOLDEN ORANGE FILM FESTIVAL: A POLITICAL ECONOMY PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Atabek Gülseren Şendur ,   Professor, Faculty  of Communication, Akdeniz University Antalya, Türkiye
Published: December 2024

The academic field of study called film festival studies examines film festivals from various perspectives and has produced a vast literature. However, it is observed that studies in this field do not sufficiently address the political economy of festivals. This study aims to analyze the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, Türkiye's most important and longest-running film festival, from a political economy perspective. The Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival is financed by a mixed method. In this method, the local government is the main financial actor, while the central government, the private sector, civil society organizations and the university contribute at various levels. Despite the various managerial problems brought about by this complex financial structure, the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival has been able to meet the expectations of both the cinema industry and the cinema audience in Türkiye to a certain extent since 1964. However, the fact that the financial support provided by the central government through the Ministry of Culture and Tourism varies greatly over the years for political reasons prevents the festival management from achieving a healthy and stable structure.
A new species of Nomada Scopoli, 1770 (Hymenoptera, Apidae) found in the Entomological Collection at the Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales, Madrid (Spain)
Authors: Álvarez Fidalgo Piluca , París Mercedes
Published: December 2024

A new species of Nomada Scopoli, 1770 very close to Nomada barcelonensis Cockerell, 1917 is described. The specimens are those formerly labelled as Nomada excellens var. montarcoi by Dusmet, a taxon that was never described even as a variety.
DEPRESSÃO POLÍTICA E ANSIEDADE EM ELEITORES RESISTENTES AO RETORNO DE PARTIDOS DE ESQUERDA NO BRASIL
Authors: Eleutério Alves Ricardo , Mazzoni Jacqueline
Published: December 2024

Este estudo explora a relação entre polarização política e saúde mental, investigando como eleitores brasileiros reagem ao retorno de partidos de esquerda ao poder. Utilizando entrevistas semiestruturadas com 30 participantes, foram analisados níveis de estresse e ansiedade relacionados ao contexto eleitoral, com apoio de ferramentas de IA. A análise das entrevistas, auxiliada pela inteligência artificial ChatGPT para garantir precisão nos dados quantitativos, indicou uma desconfiança generalizada nas instituições democráticas e uma preocupação com a integridade do processo eleitoral. Os resultados apontam que a maioria dos participantes não está disposta a aceitar o resultado eleitoral se o vencedor fosse de ideologia esquerdista, evidenciando um impacto significativo na saúde mental, com relatos de sintomas associados à ansiedade e depressão. Este artigo conclui que há uma necessidade urgente de abordagens interventivas para mitigar o impacto negativo de eleições altamente disputadas na saúde mental dos eleitores, sugerindo que futuras pesquisas continuem a explorar essas dinâmicas em eleições subsequentes.
Analysis Of Consumer Satisfaction Level with Bulog Rice In The Mobile Market Activities Program In Medan City
Authors: Syahfitri Alfi , Musika Lubis Mitra
Published: December 2024

Bulog (Logistics Agency) is one of the state-owned public companies engaged in food logistics. The general task of Bulog is to carry out development in the field of logistics management through the management of inventory, distribution, and price control of rice, as well as logistics service efforts in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This research aims to analyze the factors that influence consumer satisfaction levels and to analyze how consumer satisfaction levels with Bulog rice in the mobile market program in the city of Medan. This research was conducted in the Medan Area and Medan Denai sub-districts. The research method used in this study is of the quantitative type, with the sample determination using the Convenience Sampling technique. In this study, the sample size used is 50 respondents. The data analysis used in this study includes multiple linear regression and the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI). The results of this study indicate that the Price variable (X1) and the Product variable (X2) significantly affect customer satisfaction with Bulog rice in the mobile market program in Medan City, while the Promotion variable (X3) and the Place variable (X4) do not significantly affect customer satisfaction with Bulog rice in the mobile market program in Medan City. Based on the calculation of the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI), the satisfaction level obtained is already within the "very satisfied" criteria, which is 86.4%.
Use of Biological Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (bDMARD) Therapy in Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Review of Side Effects and Immunological Mechanisms
Authors: Jody Yusuf  , Rofiq Ainur , Sofyansyah Hermaya Aditya , Dian Islami M
Published: December 2024

Rheumatoid arthritis (AR) is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes symmetrical inflammation of small and large joints and other organs. AR treatment has evolved with the introduction of Biological Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (bDMARD) that target specific immunological pathways in AR pathogenesis thereby increasing the effectiveness of therapy. The study aims to review the side effects of bDMARD and its immunological mechanisms. The method used was a literature review by searching for articles from scientific databases related to the side effects and immunological mechanisms of bDMARD in AR. Results suggest that bDMARD are effective in controlling inflammation and preventing joint damage, but have significant side effects, including an increased risk of serious infections such as tuberculosis reactivation and opportunistic infections such as shingles. In addition, there is a risk of malignancy, major cardiovascular events (MACE), gastrointestinal disorders, and hematological disorders such as neutropenia. The immunological mechanism of bDMARD involves inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6, as well as suppression of T cell activation and B cells that play a role in AR inflammation. In conclusion, although bDMARD provide significant therapeutic benefits in AR treatment, monitoring side effects ensures long-term safety.
TRADITIONAL MARKET VS DIGITAL MARKET: ADAPTATION IN SOCIAL INTERACTION AMONG GROCERY TRADERS
Authors: Hamdani  , Jungjungan Muhammad Arisandi , Irwansyah  , Suharno Muhammad Iqbal
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the social adaptation strategies of traditional traders in Sukaramai Market, Medan in facing the development of the digital market. With a qualitative descriptive approach, this study explores how traditional traders interact and maintain the sustainability of their businesses amidst changes in people's consumption patterns that are more directed towards online shopping. Data were collected through interviews with 3 informants, namely 1 core informant (Grocery Trader) and 2 additional informants (Buyers), observation, and documentation. The results of the study show that traders in Sukaramai Market implement adaptation strategies, such as improving social relations with buyers, maintaining product quality, offering competitive prices, and maintaining business locations. However, the adoption of digital technology is still low due to limited knowledge and resources. This study highlights the importance of government support in helping traditional traders adapt to technology to strengthen the existence of traditional markets in the digital era.
ADAPTATION STRATEGY OF TRADITIONAL MARKET TRADERS IN RESPONSE TO DIGITALIZATION COMPETITION
Authors: Nasution Hafizah Mahira , Lubis Ilham Akbar , Pranata M. Harry , Siregar Nurhasanah , Lubis Sri Nikmah Tullah
Published: December 2024

This research discusses how traditional market traders in Pasar Hongkong Medan City adapt to the competition of digitalization. With the increasing penetration of the internet and the popularity of e-commerce, traditional markets face great challenges in maintaining their relevance. The research used a qualitative method with in-depth interviews to traders in three accessories shops as the research subjects.  The results showed that the merchants experienced diverse impacts of digitalization. Certain shops successfully utilized technologies such as WhatsApp for digital marketing and transactions, while others faced a decline in revenue. Adaptation efforts involved strategies such as price adjustments, use of social media for promotion, and digital payment systems. This study recommends digital literacy training, market infrastructure improvement, and collaboration with digital platforms to help traditional traders survive in the digital era.
Understanding the Needs of the Youths and their Coping Strategies
Authors: Hossain Md. Anwar
Published: December 2024

Youths are the most energetic and productive segment of the total population of any country. Generally, transitional period from childhood to adult- hood is considered as youth. But the age limit of youth varies from country to country. People in Bangladesh within the age group of 18-35 years are considered as youth as per its National Youth Policy. Among the total population of Bangladesh about one-thirds are of youth group. As individuals move into youth from adolescence their needs and demands are changed. But what is the nature of needs of the youths of Bangladesh? Do they face any barrier to meet their needs? What kind of strategies do they follow to meet their needs? These questions should be addressed with empirical evidence for the betterment of the youths. Therefore, an exploratory study has been carried out by following qualitative approach to address the abovementioned research questions and the findings have been presented in this paper with policy implications and concluding remarks at the end. The findings show that quality education, pure and fresh food, healthcare and reproductive health services, employment opportunity, housing with utility services, training for skill development and recreational facilities are their prime needs. They could fulfill their needs to some extent but still there are a lot of barriers to fulfill their needs. Accordingly, they adopt a variety of indigenous mechanisms to cope with this situation. However, the findings would be useful for the policy makers, social workers and development practitioners, and create a new avenue for further study in this field.
Fostering Influencer Driven Purchase Intention through Facebook Live: The Persuasive Role of Brand Trust
Authors: Masood Sibat , Sultana Nayeema
Published: December 2024

Companies nowadays find it effective to collaborate with Facebook influ- encers who host informative live sessions on brands and gradually create an emotion laden relationship with their followers using the platform. How- ever, for a brand to sell in the market, it must be trusted by the consumers. This study examines the role of brand trust in inducing consumers’ pur- chase intention when the endorsement information is publicized by promi- nent Facebook influencers who also happen to have a strong emotional bond with the followers. Using the PLS-SEM method, this study drew em- pirical results from 320 online users who follow at least one Facebook in- fluencer’s live endorsements. Selectively chosen respondents stated that emotional attachment with Facebook influencers built over live streaming platforms and the perceived informative value of their live sessions reaffirm their brand trust which in turn stimulates their willingness to purchase the recommended brands. Building on the notion of trusting belief, this re- search confirmed that even over a highly engaging and interactive platform like Facebook Live, influencers’ informative endorsements and their emo- tional connection with the followers cannot activate purchase willingness if brands do not evoke trust in the viewers’ minds. This study suggests that, marketers who are willing to leverage influencers for endorsing their brands through Facebook live sessions should carefully collaborate with those in- dividuals who have expert knowledge in specific product categories and emotional involvement with their viewers as these are the drivers for estab- lishing brand trust.
Exploring Impermanence and Arrogance through Formal Analysis: A Study of ‘Ozymandias’
Authors: Sumayya Imran  , Noorwash Tanoli  , Aleena Saleem
Published: December 2024

This paper presents a formal analysis of Percy Bysshe Shelley's “Ozymandias” concentrating on the themes of impermanence and the constraints of human ambition, examined through the use of irony, imagery, and symbolism. The analysis begins by exploring the fragmented statue, symbolizing the unavoidable decline of human creations and the inability of even the most formidable rulers to leave a lasting legacy. Through the imagery of the “colossal wreck” and the “lone and level sands,” Shelley emphasizes the transience of human power, depicting the remnants of Ozymandias's empire as a metaphor for the ephemeral nature of political authority. The poem’s inscription, stating, “Look on my works, ye mighty, and despair!” is interpreted as an ironic commentary on the futility of Ozymandias's boast, as it contrasts sharply with the barren and decayed remains of his once-mighty kingdom. Shelley's use of symbolism in the shattered visage of Ozymandias critiques the arrogance of authoritarian power, implying that even the most tyrannical rulers are ultimately subject to the forces of time and nature. The paper examines how the poem's formal elements—its structure, language, and imagery—strengthen its central theme: the transient nature of power and the constraints of human ambition. By conducting a thorough analysis of these literary devices, this study provides a deeper insight into how Ozymandias serves as a timeless commentary on the fallibility of political rulers and the inevitability of decline.
The Unpacked Influence of Personality Traits on Personal and Academic Attributes Among Students
Authors: Dr. Ejaz Ahmed Khan  , Dr. Muhammad Akbar  , Muhammad Zeeshan  , Ayesha Ijaz  , Hassan Raza  , Asma Batool  , Sania Saeed
Published: December 2024

Individual differences have a great significance in learning and educational practice. The present study primarily inspected the relationship among personality traits, academic self-efficacy, academic self-concept, satisfaction with life and meaning in life among students. Moreover, this research also examines the impact of personality traits (extrovert, agreeableness, conscientiousness, emotional stable, openness to experience) on academic self-concept in male and female students. Students from different Universities of Islamabad were engaged (N=130). Purposive sampling technique was implemented for data collection and five scales were used to measure the study variables. The findings revealed that Extrovert and Agreeableness were positively significant with academic self-efficacy, academic self-concept, satisfaction with life and meaning in life. The findings also shown that Conscientiousness and Emotional stable were positively significant associated with academic self-concept. Theses analysis displayed that Openness to experience was positively significant linked to academic self-concept. Academic self-concept has significantly positive related to meaning in life. Satisfaction with life has significantly positive correlation with meaning in life. Further, results revealed that Emotional stable was negatively significant predicting to academic self-concept (β=-.33, p > .01) in male students. Likewise, the finding also revealed that this trait of personality was negatively non-significant predicting to academic self-concept (β=-.12, n.s) in female students. Openness to experience was positively non-significant predicting to academic self-concept (β= .09, n.s) in male students. On other hand, findings revealed that this trait was negatively significant predicting to academic self-concept (β=-.32, p > .01) in females students. Study analysis also revealed that Conscientiousness was negatively non-significant predicting to academic self-concept (β=-.207, n.s) in female students. However, results displayed that this trait of the personality was positively significant predicting to academic self-concept (β=.309, p > .01) in male students. This study would be helpful in educational environment to inspire and cherish students’ motivation and achievement, particularly related to the personality traits involved in the cognitive performance in terms of academic achievement, self-efficacy and self-concept.
Effect of Shyness on Student-Teacher Relationship at Elementary School Level
Authors: Amna Iqbal  , Mahmood Khan Kakar  , Faiqa Naaz  , Sardar Fatima
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this research was to investigate the effect of shyness on student-teacher relationships at the elementary school level. The study was quantitative in which causal-comparative design was used. Through convenient sampling, two districts were selected. Using convenient sampling, two tehsils were chosen from both districts, Shalimar and Cantt from Lahore and Kot Radha Kishan and Chunian from Kasur. Researchers selected 500 students for data collection. Two questionnaires on shyness and student-teacher relationships were used as instruments in this study. Both questionnaires were self-developed on close-ended statements. The reliability of the shyness scale was r = .79 and the reliability of the student-teacher relationship was r =.77. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-test and one-way ANOVA. The major findings of the study indicate that the level of students' shyness is medium in elementary classes and significant differences in shyness in students at the elementary level. The second result of this study was that there was a weak effect of shyness on student-teacher relationships. Based on demographic factors, shyness was a significant difference in gender and grade. Similarly, when we analyzed the student-teacher relationship based on demographic factors, there was a significant difference in gender and grade. So, it is suggested that teacher Provide constructive feedback privately and avoid highlighting mistakes in front of the class to reduce shyness in students and to improve relationship with students.