bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ecology and evolutionary biology beyond the biotic-abiotic distinction
Authors: Olson Mark , Campos-Cerda Felipe
Published: November 2023

The distinction between biotic variables, such as pollinators,
pathogens, and competitors, and abiotic variables, such as temperature,
pH, and humidity, is so basic to biology that it is routinely invoked in
everything from painstaking ecological studies to basic textbooks. For
all its pervasiveness, there are good reasons to renounce the
biotic-abiotic distinction in daily biology. For one, the distinction is
hard to make in practice because virtually all “abiotic” variables are
profoundly affected by organisms. Even if it were possible, in most
cases the distinction adds nothing and at worst makes communication more
difficult. Best of all, overcoming the distinction leads to insights
regarding niche construction, extended inheritance, and even
redefinition of “evolution.”
Towards Navigation in Endoscopic Kidney Surgery based on Preoperative Imaging
Authors: Acar Ayberk , Lu Daiwei , Wu Yifan , Oguz Ipek , Kavoussi Nicholas , Wu Jie Ying
Published: November 2023

Endoscopic renal surgeries have high re-operation rates, particularly
for lower volume surgeons. Due to the limited field and depth of view of
current endoscopes, mentally mapping preoperative computed tomography
(CT) images of patient anatomy to the surgical field is challenging. The
inability to completely navigate the intrarenal collecting system leads
to missed kidney stones and tumors, subsequently raising recurrence
rates. We propose a guidance system to estimate the endoscope positions
within the CT to reduce re-operation rates. We use a Structure from
Motion algorithm to reconstruct the kidney collecting system from the
endoscope videos. In addition, we segment the kidney collecting system
from CT scans using 3D U-Net to create a 3D model. We can then register
the two collecting system representations to provide information on the
relative endoscope position. We demonstrate correct reconstruction and
localization of intrarenal anatomy and endoscope position. Furthermore,
we create a 3D map supported by the RGB endoscope images to reduce the
burden of mental mapping during surgery. The proposed reconstruction
pipeline has been validated for guidance. It can reduce the mental
burden for surgeons and is a step towards our long-term goal of reducing
re-operation rates in kidney stone surgery.
Intraoperative Gaze Guidance with Mixed Reality
Authors: Acar Ayberk , Atoum Jumanh , Reed Amy , Li Yizhou , Kavoussi Nicholas , Wu Jie Ying
Published: November 2023

Efficient communication and collaboration are essential in the operating
room for successful and safe surgery. While many technologies are
improving various aspects of surgery, communication between attending
surgeons, residents, and surgical teams is still limited to verbal
interactions that are prone to misunderstandings. Novel modes of
communication can increase speed and accuracy, and transform operating
rooms. We present a mixed reality (MR) based gaze sharing application on
Microsoft HoloLens 2 headset that can help expert surgeons indicate
specific regions, communicate with decreased verbal effort, and guide
novices throughout an operation. We test the utility of the application
with a user study of endoscopic kidney stone localization completed by
urology expert and novice surgeons. We observe improvement in the NASA
Task Load Index surveys (up to 25.23%), in the success rate of the task
(6.98% increase in localized stone percentage), and in gaze analyses
(up to 31.99%). The proposed application shows promise in both
operating room applications and surgical training tasks.
Extraction, physicochemical, nutritive properties and fatty acid profile of sweet cherry kernel oil
Authors: SENAPATHY GIFTSON , Shukla Neha
Published: November 2023

Seed oils and nuts are frequently considered as waste products. During
fruit processing of the sweet cherry fruits into processed products the
seeds arise as a waste material in the food processing industries. The
seeds mainly composed of lipophilic compounds. Therefore, the present
work aimed to analyze the physico-chemical composition, nutritive
properties and volatile profile of sweet cherry kernel oil extracted by
Soxhlet extraction method through ethanol as asolvent which may be
useful for therapeutic purpose. It was observed that, the kernels oil
contains 57.75±2.70 mg/ml of proteins and 45.46 ±2.69 mg/ml of ascorbic
acid and 57.19±0.02mg/ml of tocopherol content. The sun protection
factor of oil was found 23.50 against UV-B rays. The key fatty acids
present in sweet cherry seed oil (SCSO) was oleic acid (21%), palmitic
acid (6.2%), linoleic acid (5.6%) and steric acid (4.3%)
respectively. The volatile organic compounds were identified by Gas
Chromatography and Mass Spectroscopy (GC-MS) and the highest contents of
volatile compounds belong to the category of carboxylic acid, alkanes,
alkenes and alcohols. In that Squalene (26.71%), Oleic acid (6.64 %),
and Linoleic acid (4.32%) were most abundantly present. The present
study showed that oil of cherry seeds usually thrown as waste has high
content of vitamin c, tocopherol and various secondary metabolites.
Also, the oil comprises presence of vital fatty acid so that it can be
use in food industry as well as in therapeutic application.
Light Weight Laterite Bricks Stabilised With Cement And Sawdust For Multi-Storey Construction
Authors:   Department of Architecture University of Ibadan Ibadan, Nigeria, Oladunmoye Oluranti Mobolaji
Published: November 2023

Stabilised brick has been identified for use in various areas of building construction as an environmentally sustainable, friendly and durable building material with excellent thermal properties that makes it suitable for construction in most regions with extreme climatic conditions. However, the use of stabilised bricks has not been fully incorporated into high rise building construction due to its overall weight which is one of the major considerations for multi-story buildings. This research on light weight bricks was carried out to ascertain its suitability for various applications in high rise building and engineering constructions. The production was done using different percentages of Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) and Saw Dust (SD) to establish the percentage required for light weight construction while maintaining the optimum compressive strength required for performance in building construction comparable with that of a sandcrete block to confirm its suitability for use in multi- story construction projects. The experimental procedures used involved the use of Saw Dust obtained from the sawing process of wood at a saw mill, lateritic soil was collected from a borrow pit and ordinary Portland cement was obtained from an open market for producing the bricks. Various chemical and physical analyses were carried out on four samples of laterite soils and sawdust respectively. Liquid limits, plastic limits and water absorption of the soil samples were measured. The soils were then stabilized with cement and sawdust at 5, 10 and 15 % replacements. Bricks with size (300 x 150 x 150mm) were produced from the various mixes. After curing for 28 days, the brick samples were weighed to observe the varying degree of weight reduction with respect to the quantity of saw dust replacement. Compressive strength of the bricks was also examined to ensure that the strength of the bricks is within allowable limits for construction purposes. The reduction in weight and the corresponding compressive strength of the bricks were measured for conformity with ASTMS building codes and standards and were compared with that of a sandcrete block to establish its suitability for use in multi-story construction projects.] Keywords: Stabilization, Lightweight, Multi-storey construction, Bricks.
Dynamics of a Decision Support System for Online Tendering
Authors:   1Department of Mathematics 2Department of Computer Science Faculty of Science Niger Delta University Wilberforce Island, Nigeria., Consul Julian I. , Bunakiye R. Japheth
Published: November 2023

In other to maximize the full potentials of information technology, both private and public establishments have been increasingly exploring and migrating manual processes into automated processes and the tendering system is not left out in these innovative migrations. This project work is aimed at developing an enhanced decision support system for online tendering which has helped to speed up decision making processes that improve the efficiency of the online tendering process. The specific objectives of this research work are to; Examine the current decision support system for the online tendering, design an enhanced decision support model for commercial bid evaluation in online tendering, Implement the enhanced decision support model for the online tendering and to evaluate the developed enhanced decision support model for the online tendering. The Object-Oriented Analysis and Design method has been used in the development of this project work with the unified modeling language (UML) diagrams used to explain the workability of the various objects of the system. All the modules of the developed system have worked according to specifications and design, and the system performed excellently well. The system has enhanced significantly the time taken to analyze and make decision cutting down cost of printing. Keywords: Decision Analysis, Data Integrity, Evaluation Model, Efficiency Levels, Technological Improvement, Managerial Processes
Logistics of potato cultivation in terms of reverse logistics
Authors: Andrzejczyk Paweł
Published: November 2023

In the era of growing competition against Poland’s agriculture from other farms in the European Union, looking for competitive advantages and optimal use of available resources is necessary. The changing market and legal environment force Polish farmers to look for new solutions that will increase production efficiency and the competitiveness of farms. The law imposes methods of achieving the development of agricultural entities, but also carries numerous limitations and restrictions in their operation. One of the basic trends observed in international and domestic law is the development of all entities in Poland based on the assumptions contained in the concept of sustainable development. Therefore, it seems reasonable to implement logistic and ecological strategies on farms in Poland growing potatoes. The article presents the basic issues related to implementing ecological concepts for Polish farms engaged in potato production and the factors determining their development.
Modelling the distribution of the Caucasian oak (Quercus macranthera) in Western Asia under future climate change scenarios
Authors: Kenar Nihal , Kikvidze Zaal
Published: November 2023

The Caucasian oak (Quercus macranthera), a native tree of Western Asia,
typically grows at high altitudes where the effects of climate change are
particularly notable. We analysed the climatic determinants of the current
distribution of Q. macranthera and assessed the redistribution of areas
suitable for this species as a consequence of climate change. We described
the current range of distribution and predicted the potential geographical
distribution of the Caucasian oak using species distribution models and five
algorithms from two Shared Socio-Economic Pathways (SSPs: SSP 1-2.6 and
5-8.5) for the years 2035, 2055, and 2085, which are based on two General
Circulation Models (GCMs). The Random Forest algorithm most accurately
described the current distribution of Q. macranthera. SSP 1-2.6 and SSP5-8.5
predicted a pronounced contraction of the highly suitable habitat for the
Caucasian oak due to the increase in temperatures and changes in seasonal
precipitation dynamics, that more intensive climate change could lead to a
greater loss of highly suitable habitats, and that the populations of Q.
macranthera could survive only in the Alborz Mountains (northern Iran) and
in the Great Caucasus Mountains. Our work helps to establish conservation
strategies for species monitoring in order to minimise the potential impacts
of climate change.
The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Rhododendron fortunei: Structural comparative and phylogenetic analysis in the ericaceae family
Authors: Xiao Yunli , Zhang Wanjing , Sun Yirong , Li Zhiliang , Yu Jiaojun , Zhang Chunyu , Wang Shuzhen
Published: November 2023

Rhododendron fortunei (Ericaceae) possesses valuable horticultural and
medicinal values. However, the genomic information on R. fortunei is very
limited. In this study, the complete chloroplast genome (cp) of R. fortunei
was assembled and annotated, SSR loci were characterised, comparative
genomic analysis was carried out, and phylogenetic research was also
performed. The results showed that the R. fortunei cp genome was of a
typical quadripartite structure (200,997 bp). The lengths of the large
single copy region (LSC), the inverted repeat regions (IR), and the small
single copy region (SSC) were 109,151 bp, 2,604 bp, and 44,619 bp,
respectively. A total of 147 unique genes were identified, including 99
protein-coding genes, 42 tRNA genes, and 6 rRNA genes, respectively. Leucine
(11.51%) and cysteine (1.15%) were the highest and lowest representative
amino acids, respectively. The total of 30 codons with obvious codon usage
bias were all A/U-ending codons. Among the 77 simple sequence repeats, the
majority were mononucleotide A/T repeats located in the intergenic spacer
region. Five gene regions showed high levels of nucleotide diversity (Pi >
0.03). The comparative genome analysis revealed 7 hotspot intergenic regions
(trnI-rpoB, trnTrpl16, rpoA-psbJ, rps7-rrn16, ndhI-rps16, rps16-rps19, and
rrn16-trnI), showing great potential as molecular makers for species
authentication. Expansion and contraction were detected in the IR region of
the R. fortunei cp genome. In the phylogenetic tree, R. fortunei was closely
related to R. platypodum. This research will be beneficial for evolutionary
and genetic diversity studies of R. fortunei and related species among the
Ericaceae family.
Uptake of doublet therapy for de novo metastatic castration sensitive prostate cancer: a population-based drug utilisation study in Sweden
Authors: Gedeborg Rolf , Sandin Fredrik , Thellenberg-Karlsson Camilla , Styrke Johan , Franck Lissbrant Ingela , Garmo Hans , Stattin Pär
Published: November 2023

Background: Randomised controlled trials have demonstrated prolonged survival with new upfront treatments in addition to standard androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in men with de novo metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer. We describe patient characteristics, time trends and regional differences in uptake of these new treatment strategies in clinical practice.
Material and methods: This descriptive study consisted of men registered in the National Prostate Cancer Register of Sweden from 1 January 2018 to 31 March 2022 with de novo metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer defined by the presence of metastases on imaging at the time of diagnosis. Life expectancy was calculated based on age, Charlson Comorbidity Index and a Drug Comorbidity Index.
Results: Within 6 months from diagnosis, 57% (1,677/2,959) of men with de novo metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer and more than 3 years of life expectancy had received docetaxel, abiraterone, enzalutamide, apalutamide and/or radiotherapy. Over time, there was a 2-fold increase in uptake of any added treatment, mainly driven by a 6-fold increase in use of abiraterone, enzalutamide or apalutamide, with little change in use of other treatments.
Conclusions: Slightly more than half of men diagnosed with de novo metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer and a life expectancy of at least 3 years received additions to standard ADT as recommended by national guidelines in 2019–2022 in Sweden. There was a 2-fold increase in use of these treatments during the study period; however, efforts to further increase adherence to guidelines are warranted.
Analysis of The Effect of Company Characteristics and Corporate Governance on Tax Aggressiveness: Before and During The Covid-19 Pandemic (Empirical Study of Manufacturing Companies Listed on The Indonesia Stock Exchange Period 2019-2020)
Authors: Saputri Risma Talia , Handayani Rr. Sri
Published: November 2023

This study aims to analyze the effect of company characteristics and corporate governance on tax aggressiveness before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. The independent variables of this study are the company characteristics (profitability, capital intensity, inventory intensity, and company size) and corporate governance (independence the board of commissioners and audit committee size). The dependent variable of the study is tax aggressiveness measured using the Effective Tax Rate (ETR). The population of this study are manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange period 2019-2020. The sampling method used was purposive sampling and obtained a total sample of 176 firm-years of observation with certain criteria. This study uses multiple regression analysis and chow test with SPSS 25 software. Based on results of the t-test, there was a positive effect profitability on tax aggressiveness before and during the pandemic, there was a positive effect company size on tax aggressiveness before the pandemic, there was a negative effect audit committee size on tax aggressiveness before and during the pandemic. However, it is not proven company size had an effect on tax aggressiveness during the pandemic. Meanwhile, capital intensity, inventory intensity, and independence the board of commissioners have not been shown an impact on tax aggressiveness before and during the pandemic. Then, the findings chow test found there was no difference effect of the six independent variables on tax aggressiveness before and during the pandemic.Keywords: company characteristics, corporate governance, tax aggressiveness
Gender Differences in Financial Technology (FINTECH) Adoption in Indonesia: An Analysis of Risk Perceptions and Benefits
Authors: Juita Verni , Pujani Vera , Rahim Rida , Rahayu Rita
Published: November 2023

This study aims to examine the gender differences in Fintech services adoption in Indonesia using the risk-benefit framework. This framework assumes that the user behaviours in adopting Fintech services are simultaneously affected by the positive factors (perceived benefits) and negative factors (perceived risks. The study utilized the snowball sampling data collection technique to gather data from 446 male and female online respondents. Smart PLS 3.0 was used to analyze the data and found that perceived benefits have a greater impact on the intention to adopt fintech services compared to perceived risks. Moreover, this study also reveals that, when examining gender-based differences in perceived benefit, both gender groups chose the convenience factor as the most dominant compared to the other two factors. In terms of risk perception, men tend to prioritize legal risk when using fintech services. This is because uncertainty in the legal aspect greatly affects their willingness to use these services. On the other hand, operational risk emerges as the dominant risk for women. This finding aligns with previous research, which emphasizes women's sharp attention to technical and operational issues in technology adoption.
Synthesis of Some Azo Dyes Based on 2,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-indolenine
Authors:   V. Chavchanidze Institute of Cybernetics, Georgian Technical University, S. Euli St., 5, Tbilisi 0186, Georgia, Bukia Tinatin , Utiashvili Mariam ,   San Diego State University - Georgia, M. Kostava St., 5, Tbilisi 0179, Georgia, Tsiskarishvili Manana ,   San Diego State University - Georgia, M. Kostava St., 5, Tbilisi 0179, Georgia, Jalalishvili Sopo ,   San Diego State University - Georgia, M. Kostava St., 5, Tbilisi 0179, Georgia, Gogolashvili Ana ,   San Diego State University - Georgia, M. Kostava St., 5, Tbilisi 0179, Georgia, Tatrishvili Tamara ,   Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Department of Macromolecular Chemistry, I. Chavchavadze Ave., 1, Tbilisi 0179, Georgia,   Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry and Polymeric Materials, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, University St., 13, Tbilisi 0186, Georgia, Petriashvili Gia ,   V. Chavchanidze Institute of Cybernetics, Georgian Technical University, S. Euli St., 5, Tbilisi 0186, Georgia
Published: November 2023

New azo compounds on the base of 2,3,3-trimethyl-3H-indolenine were synthesized and characterized by FT-IR, NMR, and Mas-spectral analysis. The synthesis was conducted in three different pathways: 1) by reducing the nitro compound with Zn/NaOH in alcohol; 2) by heating of 2,3,3-trimethyl-3H-indolenine-5-amine in the presence of MnO2 in toluene, and 3) by diazotization of 2,3,3-trimethyl-3H-indolenine-5-amine and treating the resulting diazonium salt with the appropriate coupler.
Study on the Effect of Butonal NX4190 Polymer Latex on the Properties of Bitumen Binder and Asphalt Concrete
Authors:   National Transport University, 1 Mykhailа Omelianovycha-Pavlenka St., 01010 Kyiv, Ukraine, Onyshchenko Artur , Lisnevskyi Roman ,   National Transport University, 1 Mykhailа Omelianovycha-Pavlenka St., 01010 Kyiv, Ukraine, Viesich Ivan ,   National Transport University, 1 Mykhailа Omelianovycha-Pavlenka St., 01010 Kyiv, Ukraine, Poliak Olha ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12 S.Bandery St., 79013 Lviv, Ukraine, Rybchynskyi Sergii ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12 S.Bandery St., 79013 Lviv, Ukraine, Shyshkin Eduard ,   O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv, 17 Marshal Bazhanov St., 61002 Kharkiv, Ukraine
Published: November 2023

This article deals with the results of the study on the effect of technological parameters of the Butonal NX4190 cationic polymer latex modification on the physical and mechanical properties of road bitumen and various types of hot dense asphalt concrete and crushed-mastic asphalt concrete. The modification technological parameters were the content of the modifier and the modification time. The modification temperature was constant. The optimal amount of polymer latex for modification was determined according to the criteria for improving the physical and mechanical properties of bitumen and asphalt concrete.
DECORATIVE ELEMENTS OF THE POSTMODERNIST BUILDINGS OF THE LVIV SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of Design and Fundamentals of Architecture, Senkiv Z.
Published: November 2023

This study summarizes the results of the analysis of three dozen architectural objects in Lviv based on which presents architectural school in Lviv and its transition towards postmodern stylistics. The article considers the analysis of the phenomenon of postmodern architecture, in particular one of the key issues of the discussion with modernism - the possibility and nature of decorating the facades of buildings. Firstly, the role of geometric-decorative ornamentation as an indicator of the emergence of the so-called "Carpathian style," considered a proto-postmodernism, into a full-fledged postmodern architectural language was identified. Subsequently, the gradual disappearance of this ornamentation served as an indicator of the return to modernist paradigms, albeit in a significantly distinct form from the late Soviet neoclassicism. Additionally, the presence of such decorative elements in the Lviv context suggests that the same fundamental factors contributing to the development of postmodernism in North America and Europe were at play in this region. Secondly, the artistic and compositional peculiarities of postmodern decorative motifs in the Lviv architectural school were investigated. It was found that the architects from Lviv occupied a complex and ambivalent position concerning their search for alternatives to modernism. While their fundamental design principles and concepts displayed clear contrasts, on the level of details, particularly in decorative elements, they actively drew from modernist culture, specifically abstract art. Finally, potential directions for further research on the phenomenon of postmodernism in Lviv were outlined, with a specific focus on evaluating the decorative language of buildings from that era. The study proposes the hypothesis that during the 1990s to the early 2010s, a distinct system of geometric-decorative ornamentation might have begun to take shape within the Lviv architectural school. However, this development did not progress further due to the shift in design approaches and the adoption of neo-modernist architectural language. Further exploration of this aspect may shed light on the unique architectural developments in Lviv during that period.
Begomoviruses on two chili types in Southeast Sulawesi Indonesia: variation of symptom severity assessment and DNA-betasatellite identification
Authors: Taufik Muhammad , Firihu Muhammad Zamrun , Hasan Asmar , Gusnawaty HS  , Viska Inda Variani  , Syair  , Muhammad Botek
Published: November 2023

The association of viral satellite DNA with Begomoviruses influences symptom expression in infected plants. Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) is an image processing method used to assess plant health based on the plant’s ability to absorb sunlight for photosynthesis. Therefore, this study aims to assess symptom severity based on symptom variation and NDVI, as well as to detect and identify the presence of beta-satellite DNA associated with chili plants. The study was conducted in North Kolaka Regency, Southeast Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. It involved observations and image recording of symptom variations in the sampled cayenne and big red chili plants, followed by the detection of beta-satellite DNA in the samples using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The results confirmed the presence of non-coding satellite DNA associated with the Pepper yellow leaf curl Indonesia virus (PepYLCIV) in all severe, mild, or asymptomatic plant samples. In the phylogenetic tree, the non-coding satellite DNA isolates from Southeast Sulawesi are included in the betasatellite group and exhibit different genetic characteristics from other isolates available in the GenBank database. The cayenne chili with severe symptoms had lower NDVI values than the mild and asymptomatic categories, indicating that this type of chili with severe symptoms had a lower ability to absorb light. Further studies are needed to characterize the alpha-satellite type in the Southeast Sulawesi region for potential use in cross-protection mechanisms against plant virus infections.
Building Reputed Brands through Smart Technologies: A Quantitative Analysis of the Best Hospitals in the United Kingdom
Authors: Medina Aguerrebere Pablo , Medina Eva , Gonzalez Pacanowski Toni
Published: November 2023

Smart technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data have transformed hospitals from a medical, management and communication perspective. This paper aims to analyze how the best hospitals in the United Kingdom manage these technologies to build a reputed brand. To do that, we conducted a literature review about smart technologies and online branding processes in hospitals. Then, we defined 34 indicators to evaluate how the 140 best hospitals in the United Kingdom managed smart technologies for branding purposes. Our results proved that most of them focused their branding efforts on patients (4.98 criteria out of 11 applicable), rather than journalists (3.01/11) or public authorities (2.16/6). We concluded that hospitals should implement an integrated marketing communication approach, use smart technologies to establish new organizational processes with stakeholders, and develop digital transformation plans to efficiently manage this process.
Kelapa Sawit: Kehidupan Sosial Ekonomi Petani Sawit Di Desa Belutu Kecamatan Kandis Kabupaten Siak 2002-2022
Authors: Putri Delvia Rahmi , Rusdi Rusdi
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi dengan beralihnya profesi masyarakat yang pada awalnya bekerja sebagai buruh kemudian beralih sebagai petani sawit dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan. Pada tahun 2002 harga sawit sudah mengalami perkembangan, namun hasil panen sawit petani masih sedikit disebabkan petani baru mulai menanam bibit kelapa sawit. Peningkatan perekonomian masyarakat dimulai dari tahun 2010-2015 dan terus meningkat di tahun 2016-2022. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat perkembangan serta dampak perkebunan kelapa sawit terhadap kehidupan sosial ekonomi petani sawit di Desa Belutu (2002-2022). Metode yang peneliti gunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian sejarah yang terdiri dari 4 tahap. Pertama, heuristik yaitu mencari dan mengumpulkan data dengan menggunakan data primer dan sekunder. Kedua, kritik sumber, dibagi menjadi dua yaitu kritik ekstern dan intern untuk mengetahui keaslian data dari sumber yang diteliti. Ketiga, interpretasi yaitu penafsiran suatu peristiwa sejarah dengan cara mengelompokkan fakta sesuai dengan pembahasannya dengan memilah sumber-sumber sejarah yang diperoleh kemudian dihubungkan satu sama lain. Keempat, historiografi yaitu menuliskan fakta-fakta peristiwa sejarah dalam bentuk penulisan ilmiah. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa kelapa sawit membawa perubahan terhadap sosial ekonomi masyarakat, serta perubahan di beberapa bidang yaitu, bidang ekonomi dengan meningkatnya pendapatan, bidang pendidikan, dan daya beli masyarakat di Desa Belutu.
Revolusi Hijau: Studi Tentang Pertanian Padi Puluik Hitam Di Nagari Salareh Aia Tahun 1998-2021
Authors: Rani Wahyu Mustika , Asri Zul
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini membahas tentang Revolusi Hijau: Studi Tentang Pertanian Padi Puluik Hitam di Nagari Salareh Aia 1998-2021.Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan pengaruh Revolusi Hijau terhadap pertanian padi Puluik Hitam di Nagari Salareh Aia serta usaha yang dilakukan petani dalam mempertahankan produksi padi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian sejarah. langkah awal dalam penelitian adalah heuristik, kritik sumber, interpretasi dan historiografi. Revolusi Hijau merupakan kebijakan pertanian yang diberlakukan pada masa pemerintahan Orde Baru sekitar tahun 1975. Tujuan dari Revolusi Hijau untuk meningkatkan produksi pangan terutama beras di Indonesia. Berdasarkan penelitian di Nagari Salareh Aia, didapatkan bahwa Revolusi Hijau membawa pengaruh yang cukup besar terhadap pertanian padi Puluik Hitam. Melalui Revolusi Hijau para petani mulai menggunakan bibit unggul, pupuk, pestisida, irigasi dan perbaikan cara bercocok tanam, sehingga mampu meningkatkan frekuensi tanaman padi dari panen sekali setahun menjadi dua kali setahun. Namun seiring berjalannya waktu Revolusi Hijau membuat petani ketergantungan akan penggunaan pupuk kimia dan pestisida, dimana penggunaan pupuk kimia dan pestisida secara berkelanjutan tidak baik untuk tanaman padi, serta harganya yang semakin mahal, yang membuat produksi padi mengalami naik turun. Kata Kunci: Revolusi Hijau, Pertanian, Padi Puluik Hitam
Realisasi Electronic Government melalui Layanan Pengaduan Medan Rumah Kita di Kota Medan
Authors: Paradissa Sri Maya , Trimurni Februati
Published: November 2023

This study aims to describe and examine the realization of the successful elements of electronic government development through the Medan Rumah Kita Complaint Service in Medan City. This research uses a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. Data collection was carried out using structured observation, documentation, literature study, and in-depth interviews through purposive and snowball sampling. The results of the study show that government support is well realized through the power of regulations governing the Medan Rumah Kita Complaint Service from the center to the regions. It's just that a clear guarantee of time is needed in completing complaints. Then, on the capacity indicator, the government is able to provide adequate financial, infrastructure and human resources. It's just that the Medan Rumah Kita Complaint Service has not been integrated with other services and the features displayed must be presented more fully so that people are comfortable using them. Then, on the value indicator, the public can freely interact with the government without having to go to the relevant agency and wait a long time, even though there are still some unresponsive services. Thus, various obstacles to the Medan Rumah Kita Complaint Service must be addressed in order to realize Medan City as a Smart City.
Implementasi Program Urban Farming pada Kelompok Tani Subur Kedurus Kota Surabaya
Authors: Yahya Muhammad Aulia , Hertati Diana
Published: November 2023

This study aims to determine the implementation model of the urban farming program in improving the agricultural sector in the city of Surabaya along with. To find out, a descriptive-qualitative research type was used, with data collection techniques of interviews, observation, and documentation. The results of the study show that there are similarities between the models for implementing the urban farming program for the three elements, including the urban farming program, the Food and Agriculture Security Service, and the Subur Kedurus Farmers Group which are both interrelated and influence the successful implementation of the program. In the implementation of the urban farming program at the Subur Kedurus Farmer Group it is in accordance with the policies made by the Surabaya City government, seen from the existence of community participation and public awareness in the form of mutual cooperation, labor, to the existence of vacant private land to be used for urban farming and there are suggestions from community especially farmer groups for fertilizer subsidies and directions in marketing products to improve the community's economy. However, there are still obstacles, namely the lack of absorption of fertilizer which results in a decrease in the amount of harvest
Deviasi Kontrak dalam Proyek Konstruksi: Sebuah Analisis Berbasis Temuan Audit Kinerja Inspektorat Daerah Provinsi Sumatera Barat
Authors: Fauzan Rahmat , Hidayat Benny , Suraji Akhmad
Published: November 2023

This research investigates the factors that contribute to deviations in the implementation of government construction projects through a case study approach in West Sumatra Province. This research is based on the primary secondary data, namely the West Sumatra Provincial Inspectorate Auditor Performance Audit Report from 2017 to 2021, totaling 15 (fifteen) Audit Reports (LHP). The findings of the inspection results are grouped into 3 (three) types of deviations based on the objectives of implementing a construction project, namely Cost, Quality, and Time. The results of the analysis show four dominant factors causing deviation. The first cause is contractor negligence, with a percentage of 16.13%, which highlights the problem of work implementation that is not by the contract. The second cause was negligence of the supervision consultant, with a rate of 11.29%. This included a lack of adequate supervision and producing reports that needed to reflect the actual conditions on the ground. Furthermore, the last two causes are the negligence of the Activity Technical Implementation Officer (PPTK) and the Commitment Making Officer (PPK), each with a rate of 29.03%. These two factors include problems in activity management and administration, as well as approval and payment processes that must be by the contract. Overall, the data indicates that administrative and managerial issues were the most dominant cause of deviations, at 58.06%.
COUNTRY-SPECIFIC INVESTOR ATTENTION AND ADR MISPRICING
Authors: Gutierrez Juan , Perez Daniel , Vianna Andre
Published: November 2023

This paper examines the effect of country-specific investor attention on ADR mispricing. Investor attention is measured by the amount of traffic a country’s Wikipedia profile page receives. A two-stage least squares (2SLS) regression is employed to examine the relationship between investor attention and ADR mispricing, but also to mitigate endogeneity between the two variables of interest. We use the FIFA World Ranking (country soccer ranking) and the number of UNESCO heritage sites as instruments for investor attention; given the unlikelihood that either of those variables can be caused by ADR mispricing. Our results show that lower levels of investor attention lead to higher ADR mispricing, therefore leading to a greater divergence of the law of one price for the sample of ADRs.  The results are robust across various model specifications and to well-known determinants of mispricing such as turnover, stock prices, exchange rates, and market capitalization.
The automated system model-controlled design of the sheet glass defects identifying
Authors: Petrov Dmitry Yurievich
Published: November 2023

An information model of an automated system for identifying point defects of sheet glass is proposed, imple-mented using Harmony technology and the IBM Rhapsody Modeler software environment, which provides automation of modeling, design and testing of software. For automated detection (localization) and determination of the type (identification) of defects in sheet glass based on the class diagram, modules are implemented that are responsible for the implementation of localization algorithms, identification, interaction with sensors and cameras, archiving, data transmission to the network and data generation for display on the monitor of the operator and technologist. The industrial computer software is implemented in C++ in MS Visual Studio. The application of the Harmony software lifecycle management methodology and the IBM Rhapsody Modeler visual modeling environment has made it possible to increase the efficiency of the development of an automated system for identifying point defects of flat glass. The resulting program model of the automated system simplifies its adaptation to new operating requirements and the connection of additional hardware.
USING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS
Authors: Shtaier Ruslana , Nazarov Volodymyr , Kravets Oksana
Published: November 2023

With the beginning of a full-scale invasion, the issue of the need to use digital technologies in educational processes became more acute. Ukrainian students who are forced to stay abroad due to the war will be able to: get an education according to educational programs of the Ministry of Education and Culture, receive psychological and emotional support, etc. for free.The purpose of the article: to reveal the possibilities of using IT in the educational process. Methods of research: theoretical: analysis of scientific sources, pedagogical experience to determine the advantages and limitations of using information technologies in the educational process, systematization, generalization; empirical: observations. Thus, it is possible to analyze the advantages and limitations of using the latest technologies in the educational process. In addition, the research will help determine new approaches to the organization of education and make a forecast for the future development of education in the conditions of constant technological dynamics. The development of computer programs and platforms provides the opportunity to communicate freely, use various multimedia technologies, distance courses and online resources. The use of information technologies allows to improve and optimize processes in these areas, to ensure more efficient work and quality of services. However, the use of information technology can also have disadvantages, such as the possibility of leakage of confidential information, technical problems that may arise as a result of incorrect application and insufficient security. Thus, knowledge about technology and its impact on the educational process will allow teachers and students to use new ways and methods of learning to bring its quality to new heights. However, when using these technologies, it is necessary to follow all safety rules and use them in a stable and effective way to achieve optimal results.
BASIC ETHICAL VALUES AND MORAL DUTIES OF A TEACHER TOWARDS STUDENTS
Authors: Vansač Peter , Kenderešová Elena
Published: November 2023

The aim of our article is to analyse the basic ethical values of a teacher and at the same time to point out the moral duties of a teacher towards his/her pupils. Research methods: theoretical method – analysis of scientific literature and practical experience of the researched problem. We will deal with the values of a person in general. Ethical values for a teacher represent a source of motivation, the meaning of life, and the goals he wants to achieve in life. We focus on the teacher’s personality in terms of professional, health and moral competence. The moral obligations of a teacher towards the pupils are crucial to the exercise of the teaching profession. The moral demands of society on a teacher can be expressed in the following words: respect, support and love for every pupil. We emphasize the values that are important for a teacher. They include: moral consciousness associated with knowledge (concepts, ideas, principles, rules), values associated with human will and freedom (truthfulness and conscience), and values associated with upbringing (love, friendship, dialogue, tolerance). Teacher`s personality should integrate character traits, personal and intellectual qualities, professional skills and ethical norms. Teacher`s moral duties towards himself are expressed in dreams about the best teacher ‒ dreams about a good teacher. According to the dream of the best teacher, the teacher is creative, passionate about his subject, has the ability to explain, knows how to interest students and develops in them responsibility for their own education. Teacher`s moral duties include the education of respect for parents, women, the elderly, folk traditions and customs, national, historical and cultural values.
SOCIAL PROJECTS AS A TOOL FOR IMPLEMENTING INNOVATIONS IN SOCIAL WORK
Authors: Kolomiets Olena , Demydenko Tetyana
Published: November 2023

The political and socio-economic situation in the country calls for a rapid response to address social issues through the implementation of innovations in the work of professionals in the social sphere of both the public and private sectors. The aim of the research is to analyze social projects as innovative tools for solving or minimizing social issues in social work. To achieve the research objective, the following methods were used: analysis and synthesis of scientific resources to investigate types of social innovations and the characteristics of internal innovations (social projects) as tools of innovative activity in social work. External (managerial, radical) and internal innovations (social projects) have been characterized, with the advantages of the latter identified: rapid response to situations, specificity, consideration of the characteristics and interests of individuals, groups, and communities, and the ability to more easily implement their own innovations compared to those proposed by others. The article presents classifications of social project ideas based on the criterion of novelty (absolute and relative novelty). It also discusses ways to develop a project after funding has ceased: using the implemented idea in the form of innovative material or ideal products (event scenarios, games, methodologies, technologies, social advertising, etc.) in further activities; error correction and improvement of the idea (project), developing a new project based on the modified idea; diffusion of the project idea into other areas; and the search for fundamentally new ideas and solutions for the development of new social projects. Emphasis is made on the fact that during the years of Ukraineʼs independence, a large number of social projects have been implemented by both government and non-governmental organizations in the field of social work. These projects contain a wealth of innovative ideas, original developments, and innovative products that can be partially or fully transformed and adapted to new conditions. Today, there is a necessity to develop a resource (platform) where innovators can consciously share their ideas and products for free, enabling individuals with active civic positions to unite  for collaborative solutions to social problems in the country.
IMMERSIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: Lytvynova Svitlana
Published: November 2023

The article is devoted to the current problem of development of the educational environment of general secondary education institutions (GSEI) in the conditions of digital technologies that are intensively developing. The purpose of the article is to carry out a comparative analysis of traditional, immersive learning environments and distance learning. The article justifies the main components of the immersive learning environment: virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality 360-degree video, multiplayer games, interactive simulations. Eleven characteristics were chosen to compare the traditional, immersive learning and distance learning environment: physical environment, teacher role, student role, advantages, disadvantages, technology, experience, knowledge acquisition, motivation, capture features/immersion, availability, depth of immersion in learning. The general problems of using an immersive learning environment are highlighted, in particular: discomfort, inaccuracies in tracking objects, difficulties in using equipment. Reasoned factors that hinder the effective introduction of immersive learning in educational practice, namely: the complexity of the content of natural and mathematical objects and the abstractness of theoretical material, a limited number of hours to study topics and consolidate skills and build competencies, a long period of distance and mixed learning, which is the result of modern educational challenges. Further research requires justification of the digital impact on the educational process in general secondary education institutions, justification of the concept of immersive learning, principles and approaches of immersion in learning, stages of immersion, forms and methods of implementation of immersion.