bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
DIGITIZATION OF THE SPATIAL UNIQUENESS OF CULTURAL RESOURCES IS A SOURCE OF COMPETITIVENESS IN THE GLOBAL TOURISM MARKET
Authors: Vukovic Dijana , Hunjet Anica , Mardetko Neven
Published: May 2023

One of the challenges of spatial approach to cultural dynamics is the understanding of spatial uniqueness among different elements, and finally the synergy between tangible and intangible cultural resources that makes tourist space unique. The association of cultural tangible and intangible heritage features includes associations to the physical elements of cultural heritage and their connection with the intangible through the experience, perception and interpretation of the cultural heritage of the visited destination. The experience of the destination, ie the cultural heritage of the visited destination includes the recognition of contextual values and the inseparability of intellectual and physical cultural content, which affirms the associative dimension of culture as key to understanding the destination by tourists. An associative experience is possible when the cultural heritage of the destination is viewed as a whole, so digitalization affects the recognizability of culture, cultural heritage and destination in the global tourism market. Revitalization and improvement of cultural heritage through digitalization of spatial uniqueness and recognizable associative features of culture will contribute to the management and quality of space and the development of awareness of valuing culture and cultural heritage with which and from which destination he lives every day.
GOING DIGITAL: THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE HEALTHCARE SECTOR BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Authors: Grigorie (Patru) Larisa , Patru Ciprian-Laurentiu
Published: May 2023

The aim of this research is to analyze how digitization impacts the healthcare services. The alert pace of innovation changes the face of traditional medicine and brings change for all those involved in the medical act: doctors, patients, management, authorities. For them, it is vital to know the many forms that digitization can take in the provision of healthcare services. The development of personalized medicine and the empowerment of patients are global goals that involve digital e-health services. The synergy between digitization-innovation-research has become a sine-qua-non condition for the modern economy. The paper address current Artificial Intelligence uses in Cardiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology. Regardless of the form in which it participates in the provision of medical services, the benefits of AI consist in saving time, ranking treatment methods, improvement of patient safety, reducing costs and increasing the quality of treatment by decreasing the number of proposed treatment schemes and medical errors. The findings of the article represent a tool for healthcare professionals who are concerned about the evolution of the medical sector.
THE INFLUENCE OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON FINANCIAL COMMUNICATION
Authors: Lungu Georgiana Maria , Avram Costin Daniel
Published: May 2023

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are quite varied in terms of business concepts, size, age or entrepreneurial personalities and draw on a wide talent pool of both genders. From liberal professions and micro-firms in the service sector to medium-sized industrial enterprises, their diversity is the starting point in establishing the communication strategy.
SMEs need to take full advantage of the benefits of information, a vital component of the digital economy. Traditional SMEs often do not know what digital business strategy to pursue, struggle to capitalize on the massive data stores available to larger firms, and shy away from advanced AI-based tools and applications.
The COVID-19 epidemic has accelerated the progress of digitization. Economic entities have reduced their activity in physical stores following the isolation and social distancing regulations. Simultaneously, the number of consumers using the Internet and mobile services has increased, underscoring the need for entities to accelerate the development of technology and other solutions.
The accounting profession can step up its efforts and raise awareness of its role in increasing government transparency, reporting and accountability, and in assisting governments with financial, fiscal and risk governance, reporting and management.
ANALYSIS OF THE REGULATORY FRAMEWORK IN THE MANAGEMENT OF DEGRADED AREAS IN LATVIA MUNICIPALITIES
Authors: Stepina Mairita
Published: May 2023

To ensure economic growth, more and more attention is being paid to promoting entrepreneurship in Latvia's cities, which addresses not only unemployment problems but also the sustainable use of resources, including land. Land is a non-renewable resource whose availability is limited, and it is therefore the task of the municipality to promote the management of unused land in its territory. The legislation of the Republic of Latvia provides that the functions of municipalities include not only the improvement of their administrative territory, but also the promotion of economic activity.
The existence of degraded areas in Latvia is a relatively recent land use problem, which began in the 20th century and continues to the present day. The existence of degraded areas not only hinders the sustainable development of territories, but also discourages business development.
There is no uniform policy on degraded area management in Latvia, so each municipality deals with the revitalization of degraded areas differently. There are laws and Cabinet of Ministers' regulations that lay down general requirements, but there is no uniform regulation obliging municipalities to deal with degraded areas in a uniform manner. Therefore, it is necessary to study the regulatory framework in the field of degraded areas management to create a unified regulatory model for Latvian municipalities. In addition, there is no uniform legislation in the European Union (EU) on sustainable land use and a structured approach to revitalizing degraded areas at national, regional, and local level, which creates disincentives for urban development. In this study, the author uses contingency analysis to analyze the regulatory framework and theoretical literature to analyze the theoretical aspects of the role of the regulatory framework in the management of degraded areas.
ASSESSMENT OF THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT EDUCATIONAL COMPETENCIES
Authors: Dragozova Elena , Kovacheva Stanislava , Rangelov Veselin
Published: May 2023

Modern educational requirements are aimed at the acquisition of knowledge, skills and competencies, practical orientation to the requirements of the labour market and the achievement of sustainable development of landscapes. The object of the research is the acquired landscape architecture educational competencies of students and employers' assessment of the competencies in practice. The aim of the study is to investigate the level of specialized educational competencies acquired by landscape architecture students through formal education, to highlight problem areas in the acquisition of professional and general competencies and to adapt curricula and approaches. The main tasks of the research are: systematization of general and specific professional competencies by elements and a specific context, in relation to levels of professional performance; processing information from students and stakeholders from the professional communities about acquired educational competencies in relation to key professional competencies of the landscape architect; analysis of results and recommendations for improving educational resources. The research was conducted through surveys with landscape architecture students and an indicative interview with landscape architecture specialists working in business structures, administrative and management bodies in urban and sub-urban green infrastructure. The questions focus on the necessary competencies of the landscape architect to create sustainable green infrastructure. This article presents a stage of a comprehensive study of the necessary educational competencies to correspond to the competencies for practicing the profession of landscape architect.
MUSICAL STYLE INDICATORS FOR CONSTRUCTING SUSTAINABLE CAFE ENVIRONMENTS
Authors: Chen Yen-Cheng , Lan Bo-Kai , Tsui Pei-Ling , Chiang Ming-Chen , Lee Ching-Sung
Published: May 2023

The design of restaurant environment and atmosphere is an important key to influencing consumer satisfaction and purchase intention. In the fiercely competitive catering industry, how to make restaurants stand out and enhance their own competitiveness for sustainable operation is an important topic currently faced by catering operators. Operators not only need to understand and listen to the voices of customers, but also strive to create a good and appropriate sustainable environment, provide consumers with a comfortable dining experience process and environment, and improve the overall dining experience of consumers, and continue to innovate and improve. Changes to meet the sustainable needs of consumers and the market.
This research will use the Delphi expert questionnaire method and the five-sense atmosphere theory to explore and construct a set of styles and indicators that are suitable for the sustainable music environment of Taiwanese coffee and light food restaurants. The index method of this study adopts the Delphi expert research method, and conducts three rounds of expert Delphi method for experts and scholars with professional knowledge such as scholars in the field of catering and music, restaurant industry, and the characteristics of repeated feedback of their opinions make the results convergent , and then use the stability analysis and the average of each aspect of the third round of questionnaires as screening criteria.
Finally, the aspects and indicators suitable for the design of the sustainable music environment and atmosphere of the coffee restaurant are extracted. The biggest research contribution and value of this study lies in the construction of indicators that are suitable for the selection of sustainable atmosphere of Taiwanese restaurant music environment, so that it can provide a reference for restaurants to improve sustainable service quality. It can also provide academia as a reference for academic research on sustainable service quality in restaurants.
POST-CONSUMER PLASTIC WASTE POLLUTION UNDER LINEAR ECONOMY MECHANISMS IN ROMANIA
Authors: Mihai Florin-Constantin , Ulman Simona-Roxana
Published: May 2023

Despite the recent investments in the national integrated waste management infrastructure, Romania is still a landfill based country. The clean-up activities around the country, the uncollected plastic waste flow analysis performed in this paper based on waste related indicators coupled with field observations suggest that capture of plastic waste by formal systems is still inefficient, further leading unsound waste disposal practices. The population without access to waste collection systems generated 488322.25 tons of plastic packaging waste that fed linear economy during the 2008- 2019, accounting of 12 % of all plastic packaging generated in Romania prone to illegal dumping practices. This paper reveals the linear economy capture level of plastic packaging flow during 2008-2019 (57.71%), as potential source for environmental contamination in Romania despite the decreasing trend of uncollected plastic waste in the last years. Freshwater bodies are one of the main disposal route for post-consumer plastics, related to local waste management deficiencies, irresponsible behavior (residents, tourists, economic operators) and emerging of plastic packaging materials including in rural regions. Therefore, the improvement of clean source-separated systems that feed sorting stations is crucial in the next years for reducing the magnitude of plastic pollution leakage into natural environment at local and regional levels.
Livros infernais
Authors: Almeida Yago Henrique Andrade , Paula Claudio Paixão Anastácio de , Araújo Eliane Pawlowski de Oliveira
Published: May 2023

Este artigo aborda a temática dos livros infernais e o processo de censura sob a perspectiva do Imaginário. A investigação realizada teve como aporte teórico principal os aspectos simbólicos presentes em contextos de proibição literária baseando-se em autores como Maria Luiza Carneiro (2002), Michel Foucault (1989) e Carlos Serbena (2003). Objetivou-se compreender o Imaginário Social presente durante a ditadura militar brasileira através da comparação das obras Peter Pan (1930) e Reinações de Narizinho (1931) escritas por Monteiro Lobato, em contraponto ao discurso da máquina ideológica estatal. A metodologia utilizada foi a Análise de Conteúdo, de Laurence Bardin (1979), configurando-se como uma pesquisa qualitativa. Os resultados mostraram que os discursos dos agentes censores se relacionaram, nessas obras, a cinco categorias discursivas e constatou-se que o imaginário, como função social, é capaz de legitimar regimes através de discursos políticos dados como verdadeiros por estes. Paralelamente, sugere-se a potencialidade da leitura literária infantil para instilar reflexões e crítica em seus leitores.
Público visitante do Museu de História Natural do Araguaia
Authors: Faria Franciely Borges de , Pascotto Marcia Cristina
Published: May 2023

Este trabalho teve por objetivos caracterizar o público visitante do Museu de História Natural do Araguaia (MuHNA) e avaliar como os visitantes percebem o museu. Foram utilizadas as ferramentas de pesquisa documental e estudo de caso, sendo analisado o Livro de Registro de Visitantes (LRV) do museu e aplicado um questionário. No seu primeiro ano de funcionamento, o MuHNA recebeu 3151 visitantes, oriundos de 16 estados e 79 cidades brasileiras, além de visitantes do México, Argentina e Chile. A maioria era menor de 24 anos (62,0%), do gênero feminino (63%), tinha renda familiar inferior a 3 salários mínimos (23%), foram acompanhados (91%), relataram que a visita correspondeu ou superou as expectativas (96%) e voltariam (98%). Em relação à comunicação, 85% relataram ser eficaz. De acordo com os dados, o MuHNA tem potencial para se estabelecer como um importante equipamento cultural para a divulgação científica na região leste de MT.
Formation energy crossings in Ga2O3-Al2O3 quasibinary system: ordered structures and phase transitions in (Al
x
Ga1−x
)2O3
Authors: Gueriba Jessiel Siaron , Mizuseki Hiroshi , Empizo Melvin John F. , Yamanoi Kohei , Sarukura Nobuhiko , Tamiya Eiichi , Kawazoe Yoshiyuki , Akaiwa Kazuaki , Takahashi Isao , Yoshikawa Akira
Published: May 2023

A quasibinary system of Ga2O3-Al2O3 offers a range of applications in wide bandgap semiconductor engineering. Different polymorphs and concentrations of (Al
x
Ga1−x
)2O3 manifest a variety of structural and electronic properties, paving the way for tunability of (Al
x
Ga1−x
)2O3 for specific functions. In this work, we investigate the energetics of alpha (α) and beta (β) polymorphs of Ga2O3 and Al2O3 by considering all possible configurations in a conventional unit cell. Using density functional theory, we show that the formation energies of (Al
x
Ga1−x
)2O3 in α and β configurations start to coincide at 50% concentration (Al0.5Ga0.5)2O3. The corundum configuration then becomes more dominant (lower in energy) than its monoclinic counterpart at around 80% Al concentration. The lowest formation energy configurations for 50% concentration in both α and β polymorphs also manifest a preference towards an ordered phase. These show that the stability of Ga2O3-Al2O3 and its phase transitions are significantly influenced by the relative arrangements of Ga and Al within the quasibinary semiconducting crystal.
DE&I Policy as an honest hiring tool: Features of implementation and factors of influence
Authors: Kurochkina A. А. , Lukina O. V. , Sharapova A. O.
Published: May 2023

Aim. The presented study aims to determine factors that influence the quality and efficiency of a transition to the policy of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I).

Tasks. The authors analyze various aspects affecting the process of introducing the ideology of diversity, equity, and inclusion under modern conditions; identify possible reasons for the gap between the company’s strategy and individual HR decisions, by eliminating which the business will be able to make a step towards achieving the goals associated with the concept of DE&I.

Methods. This study uses the methods of logic, analysis, review of literature, documents, and research results on the topic, modeling.

Results. Today, a large number of organizations are striving to modernize many business processes as they face multiple social problems. The focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion at work is one such issue. The study examines the issue of companies’ transition to the DE&I (diversity, equity, inclusion) policy. Various aspects affecting the implementation of this ideology under modern conditions are analyzed. Possible reasons for the discrepancy between corporate strategy and individual HR decisions are identified, which can help the business to implement tasks associate with the DE&I concept.

Conclusions. Diversity and inclusion contribute to creating an atmosphere where the employees feel confident sharing their ideas and respect the opinions of their co-workers even if they differ from other points of view. The working culture of inclusion and diversity serves as a basis for making the company more competitive in the market. In modern realities, a policy based on diversity, equity, and inclusion is valuable as an important factor in the organization’s success and a source of employee well-being. Therefore, every competent manager should carefully consider every stage in the implementation of DE&I technology.
EFFECT OF ANALYTIC PHILOSOPHY ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION
Authors: Nosita Desi , Setia Rini
Published: May 2023

Language learning cannot be separated from philosophy because philosophy is the mother of science. In its development, language learning was influenced by the philosophy that developed at its time, including analytic philosophy. The influence of Analytic Philosophy is felt in language teaching, especially in semantic and pragmatic research. And Russell's theory of Logical Atomism opens new horizons for scientific research, including linguistics. On the other hand, semantics is an image which is then continued by the theory of meaning used by Wittgenstein as an early study of semantics and pragmatics. Furthermore, the analytical philosophy developed by The Oxford School develops a theory of speech acts that naturally influence language learning, learning is a speech act of language learning.
Keywords: Philosophy, analytic, English, pragmatics
AN ANALYSIS OF INTERJECTION IN WHATSAPP GROUP
Authors: Fatimah Azzahro  , Joko Wibowo
Published: May 2023

This research aims to analyze the types and the meaning of interjection in the WhatsApp group. The research employs descriptive qualitative approach pragmatic since this research is conversation analysis the data were collected from the dialog or conversation student in WhatsApp group. The result of the research that The types of interjection that found in this group namely, the interjection of wonder, interjection of gratitude, interjection of hope, interjection of  invitation, interjection of surprise, interjection of admiration or satisfaction and interjection of annoyance.  The most frequently found part of interjection of wonder. There are three word of interjection wonder namely, haduh, loh kok bisa and leh. There are several meanings of interjection found by researchers, namely, the meaning of sadness, the meaning of wonder, the meaning of annoyance, the meaning of hope, the meaning of surprise, the meaning of invitation, the meaning of gratitude and the meaning of admiration. 
Keywords: pragmatics, types and meanings of interjection, whatsapp group.
The spiral progression approach in teaching science: Its Volatilities, Uncertainties, Complexities, and Ambiguities (VUCA)
Authors:   South Cotabato State College, Philippines, Baron Jomarie V. , Cruz Jaycob A. Dela ,   South Cotabato State College, Philippines
Published: May 2023

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to assess the implementation of the spiral progression approach in teaching science according to the threat of its volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (vuca). Methodology of Research: Descriptive research design was employed in this study, and the total enumeration technique was used to determine the respondents. A valid and reliable self-made questionnaire was utilized in the conduct of the study. Results: As viewed in the result of the study, it was found that the VUCA level of the spiral progression approach in teaching science is Low, therefore there is a minimal threat and issues that need to be addressed properly since if ignored, it will pose a bigger problem in the future. Likewise, the implementation of the spiral progression approach in science teaching is geared toward the right track. Limitations: This study looks into the implementation of the spiral progression approach and assesses its volatilities, uncertainties, complexities, and ambiguities (VUCA) as a way to cope with its complex conditions as perceived by science teachers and serves as variables of the study. Respondents of the study were limited only to those teachers teaching secondary science in the school year 2021-2022. Contribution: This research endeavor will be beneficial as it aims to add knowledge on the implementation of the Spiral Progression Approach with a special focus on its volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity which will become the basis of future programs and policies to illuminate the current set of understanding about this educational reform program.
Feasibility Analysis of Dock Capacity in Tanjung Tembaga Port (Probolinggo, East Java)
Authors: Albawavi Idris , Tjendani Hanie Teki , Hartatik Nurani
Published: May 2023

As a maritime country and also as an archipelago country, Indonesia has many ports spread troughout its region. This makes sea transportation become the community’s choice, especially for shipping goods. This is because the load capacity is greater and the price is more efficient than land or air transportation. From time to time, sea transportation continous to grow. With an increase in the flow of ship visits and cargo flows, the port as a supporting facility for sea transportation is demanded to continue to be maximized in the services of these two things. This research aims to evaluate the feasibility of the dock capacity at the Tanjung Tembaga Port in Probolinggo, East Java. The evaluation process is carried out by processing ship visit data, then measuring the dimensions and capacity of dock, and finally looking for the value of Berth Occupancy Ratio (BOR). The result showed that ship visits in Tanjung Tembaga Port still tend to be low. Then for the BOR value, it is known that the level of dock usage in Tanjung Tembaga Port in 2021 is 68%. This value is still below the maximum BOR value, which means the addition of dock length is not needed.
ANALISIS PERBAIKAN TANAH DASAR MENGGUNAKAN METODE CERUCUK (MICROPILE) (Studi Kasus Pembanguan Jalur Ganda Kereta Api Lintas Selatan Jawa Mojokerto – Sepanjang KM 51+000 – KM 52+500)
Authors: Laily Saiful Anam , Fatmawati Laily Endah , Widhiarto Herry
Published: May 2023

Tanah sangat penting khususnya bagi pondasi dalam sebuah bangunan seperti pada rumah, Gedung, jalan kereta api dsb. Dengan adanya itu membuat peranan tanah itu penting didalam dunia konstruksi maupun pembangunan. Sehingga perbaikan tanah sangat diperlukan fungsinya yaitu agar bangunan diatasnya tidak mengalami penurunan tanah, sehingga stabil apabila dibangun bangunan diatasnya. perbaikan juga ialah dapat dilakukan menggunakan material seperti bahan kimia, penggunaan campuran tanah yang dapat membuat stabil tanah tersebut. Untuk upaya perbaikan tanah yaitu ada metode Replecement soil, dengan separator/pelapis, Cerucuk (Micropile), dsb. Pada penelitian ini menggunakan metode cerucuk (micropile) dikarenakan metode ini sesuai untuk kondisi tanah lempung lunak. Sehingga metode tersebut menjadi alternatif yang tepat. Dari kesimpulan setelah dianalisa didapatkan untuk nilai Safety Factor menggunakan metode cerucuk (micropile) yaitu sebesar 1,5, cerucuk yang dibutuhkan berjumlah 1800 buah, dan jarak antar cerucuk yaitu 2,5 m. untuk jenis cerucuk yang digunakan ialah tipe Bambu Petung.
Pengaruh Pengetahuan Perkoperasian dan Motivasi Anggota Terhadap Partisipasi Anggota di Koperasi Pegawai Perkebunan (KOP-BUN) Provinsi Sumatera Barat
Authors: Dwi Amanda Indah , Respita Reni , Teza Serli Diovani , Gumanti Dessyta
Published: May 2023

Tujuan     penelitian     mengetahui     pengaruh     pengetahuan perkoperasian  dan   motivasi  terhadap  partisipasi  anggota  Koperasi Pegawai Perkebunan (KOP-BUN) Provinsi Sumatera Barat. Jenis penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif. Populasi penelitian ini berjumlah 78 orang   yaitu   seluruh   pegawai   Perkebunan   (KOP-BUN)   Provinsi Sumatera Barat  yang diambil secara  total sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan pengetahuan perkoperasian (X1) terhadap partisipasi anggota Koperasi Pegawai Perkebunan (KOP-BUN) Provinsi Sumatera Barat. Hal ini diketahui dari nilai koefisien regresi sebesar 0,268 dengan thitung 2,239 > ttabel  1,992  dan  nilai  (sig 0,028<0,05),  terdapat  pengaruh  positif dan signifikan motivasi anggota (X2) terhadap partisipasi anggota Koperasi Pegawai Perkebunan (KOP-BUN) Provinsi Sumatera Barat. Hal ini diketahui dari nilai koefisien regresi sebesar 0,218 dengan thitung 2,643 > ttabel 1,992 dan nilai (sig 0,010<0,05) dan terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan pengetahuan perkoperasian dan  motivasi anggota terhadap partisipasi anggota Koperasi Pegawai Perkebunan (KOP-BUN) Provinsi Sumatera Barat dengan nilai fhitung > ftabel yaitu 6,671>3,97 dan nilai sig 0,002<0,05.
Automatic Classification of Drones Using Radar: Key Considerations and Performance Evaluation
Authors: Ahmad Bashar , Rogers Colin , Harman Stephen , Dale Holly , Jahangir Mohammed , Antoniou Michael , Baker Chris , Newman Mike , Fioranelli Francesco
Published: May 2023

Automatic target classification is a critical capability for non-cooperative drone surveillance radars in several defence and civilian applications. It is accordingly a well-established research field and numerous algorithms exist for recognising targets, including miniature unmanned air systems (i.e., small, mini, micro and nano platforms), from their radar signatures. They have notably benefited from advances in machine learning (e.g., deep neural networks) and are increasingly able to achieve remarkably high accuracies. Such classification results are often captured by standard, generic, object recognition metrics and originate from testing on simulated or real radar measurements of drones under high signal to noise ratios. Hence, it is difficult to assess and benchmark the performance of different classifiers under realistic operational conditions. In this paper, we first outline the key challenges and considerations associated with the automatic classification of miniature drones from radar data. We then present a set of important performance metrics, from an end-user perspective. They are relevant to typical drone surveillance system requirements and constraints. Selected examples from real radar observations are shown for illustrations. We also outline here various emerging approaches and future directions that can produce more robust drone classifiers for radar. 
How to Leverage High Altitude Platforms in Green Computing?
Authors: Abderrahim Wiem , Amin Osama , Shihada Basem
Published: May 2023

Terrestrial data centers suffer from a growing carbon footprint that could contribute with 14% to global CO2 emissions by 2040. High Altitude Platform (HAP) is a promising airborne technology that can unleash the computing frontier in the stratospheric range by hosting a flying data center. HAP systems can endorse the sustainable green operation of data centers thanks to the naturally low atmospheric temperature that saves cooling energy and its large surface that can host solar panels covering energy requirements. Throughout this article, we define the operation limitations of this innovative solution and study the energy-efficiency-related trade-offs. Then, we shed light on the significance of the scalability of the data center-enabled HAP architecture by investigating potential bottlenecks and proposing different deployment scenarios to avoid network congestion. We also highlight the importance of the management agility of the data center-enabled HAP system by defining effective management techniques that yield high-performing data centers. Our results demonstrate that deploying a single data center-enabled HAP can save 12% of the electricity costs.
CO2 modified atmosphere packaging: stress condition or treatment to preserve fruit and vegetable quality?
Authors: Cefola Maria , Capotorto Imperatrice , Lippolis Vincenzo , Cervellieri Salvatore , Damascelli Anna , Cozzolino Rosaria , De Giulio Beatrice , Pace Bernardo
Published: May 2023

In addition to the adoption of proper temperature and relative humidity, the selection of an atmosphere surrounding packaged fresh produce with reduced O2 and/or increased CO2 is one of the most widely used and useful tools to prolong the shelf-life of horticultural crops. However, as  O2 and/or CO2 values that might cause injury are strictly related to the commodity, they should be optimized for each product. Here three study cases are reported about the application of modified atmospheres (MA), with different CO2 concentrations (0-40 kPa), to table grapes (cv. Italia) and sweet cherries (cv. Ferrovia) and, as short-term treatment (48 h at 0 °C), to fresh-cut artichokes (cv. Violet de Provence). In each trial, the effect of high CO2 treatment on quality parameters was observed during cold storage. Concerning table grape “Italia”, our results show that low CO2 (up to 10kPa) MA preserved the quality and sensory parameters of the fruit, whereas high CO2 (> 20 kPa) caused a fermentative metabolism. As for sweet cherries 'Ferrovia', 20 kPa CO2 MA helped to maintain the quality traits during storage. On the other hand, this fruit proved to be sensitive to CO2 accumulation (over 20kPa) in hypoxic conditions, since it caused an increase in respiration rate and the biosynthesis of volatile fermentative metabolites. Finally, for fresh-cut artichokes, a short-term CO2 treatment, up to 10kPa, reduced respiration rate and browning index, preserving the volatile profile, while high CO2 (40 kPa) may have caused fermentative metabolism. In conclusion, the application of a MA enriched in CO2 has been shown to have different effects on the quality parameters of the three products, in agreement with the fact that CO2 sensibility depends on each specific fruit or vegetable under study.
Effects of cold storage on quality parameters and nutraceutical compounds of pomegranate fruits (cv. Acco)
Authors: Cirillo Aurora , Magri Anna , Petriccione Milena , Di Vaio Claudio
Published: May 2023

Punica granatum L. contains several bioactive compounds with antioxidant activity that have a positive effect on human health. This study aims to investigate the changes in the chemical-physical and qualitative parameters of pomegranate fruits cv. Acco from harvest up to +90 days of cold storage (+4°C and 95% RH). Morphological parameters, juice yield, weight loss, total soluble solids content (TSS), pH, titratable acidity, the color of the epicarp (L*, a*, b*), content of polyphenols, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and antioxidant activity were analyzed. The results showed an increase (about 29%) in the juice content (%) at +60 days of cold storage. Cold storage has also shown positive effects on some bioactive compounds. Flavonoids and anthocyanins content increase from 287.98 mg CE/100 ml of juice to 389.23 mg of CE/100 ml of juice and from 8.32 to mg/100 ml of juice to 11.13 mg/100 ml of juice at + 90 days of cold storage, respectively.  On the basis of our results that confirmed the literature data, the pomegranate fruit is rich in bioactive compounds that exert beneficial actions on human health, and it has also been demonstrated that such nutraceutical compounds increased during cold storage, allowing the fruit to be preserved a long term.
Non-destructive determination of ripening in melon fruit using time-resolved spectroscopy
Authors: Vanoli Maristella , Cortellino Giovanna , Picchi Valentina , Buccheri Marina , Grassi Maurizio , Lovati Fabio , Marinoni Laura , Levoni Pietro , Torricelli Alessandro , Spinelli Lorenzo
Published: May 2023

The aim of this work was to explore the feasibility of time-resolved reflectance spectroscopy (TRS) in determining the ripening degree and the quality of orange-fleshed melons. Sixty ‘Honey Moon’ melons were measured by TRS in the 540-1064 nm range and classified as less (LeM), medium (MeM), and more (MoM) mature according to increasing values of μa540. MoM fruit showed yellower peel color, slightly more orange pulp, higher juiciness and higher carotenoid contents than LeM ones. MoM fruit also showed higher internal ethylene concentration and lower firmness than LeM ones, even if the differences were not significant. The μa540 was positively related to internal ethylene, carotenoid accumulation, and juiciness, indicating that μa540 was linked to different ripening processes in melons. However, the relationship between μa540 and total carotenoid content was not as high as expected due to the low variability of pulp color and of carotenoid content. Changes in flesh color toward a more orange shade were accompanied by increased juiciness and ethylene production and by carotenoid accumulation, while changes in peel color were associated with changes in flesh firmness and juiciness. In conclusion, the absorption coefficient measured at 540 nm (μa540) by TRS could be used to sort melons in different ripening degrees; however, its applicability will need to be evaluated on a larger number of fruits and on other varieties.
Kontemplasi dalam Hidup Spiritualitas Umat Kristiani menurut Ordo Karmel
Authors: Sinaga Andreas Marison , Firmanto Antonius Denny , Aluwesia Nanik Wijiyati
Published: May 2023

Tulisan ini hendak menerangkan Ordo Karmel sebagai ordo kontemplatif. Para karmelit di gunung Karmel memiliki formula vitae yang dipakai untuk mengatur kehidupan mereka. Formula vitae inilah yang kemudian menjadi penuntun awal Ordo Karmel menjadi sebuah ordo religius dan kontemplatif. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan studi pustaka, tulisan ini mempertegas betapa pentingnya kontemplasi bagi karmelit dan umat Kristiani yang ingin menghidupinya. Kontemplasi merupakan jantung bagi kehidupan para karmelit. Dalam kontemplasi inilah para karmelit menjalin relasi dan kedekatan dengan Tuhan baik dengan cara mendengarkan Tuhan berbicara (lectio divina) dan berbicara dengan Tuhan (doa).
Perspektif Etika Kristen terhadap Tindak Aborsi
Authors: Sinaga Antonius Sahat Gabe
Published: May 2023

Aborsi merupakan fenomena yang banyak terjadi di Indonesia. Studi ini menyelidiki aborsi dari sudut pandang iman Kristen. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif, kajian dalam tulisan ini bertujuan untuk memberikan perspektif kepada Gereja tentang bagaimana merespons fenomena aborsi sehingga dapat menjadi panduan bagi pencegahan aborsi di lingkungan Kristen. Melalui analisis yang dilakukan dalam tulisan ini disimpulkan bahwa tindakan aborsi tidak sesuai dengan kebenaran yang terdapat dalam Alkitab.
Model Teologi Kontekstual Antropologis dalam Gerakan Tungku Api di Keuskupan Timika
Authors: Kayame Yohanes
Published: May 2023

Tujuan tulisan ini membahas Gerakan Tungku Api, yang digagas oleh Mgr. John Philip Saklil, sebagai sebuah gagasan teologi kontekstual model antropologi. Gerakan Tungku Api ini merupakan sebuah gerakan keuskupan Timika, Papua dalam berpastoral secara kontekstual, sesuai dengan kondisi umat setempat. Melalui metode kualitatif yang menerapkan analisis deskriptif, tulisan ini menunjukkan bahwa Gerakan Tungku Api dapat menjadi dasar bagi umat di Papua untuk menjaga tanah dan menjadikannya sebagai sumber penghidupan. Diharapkan melalui gerakan ini kehidupan umat bisa lebih baik.
Growth and Survival of Blue Swimming Crab (Portunus pelagicus L.)In Different Rearing Substrates and Stocking Densities
Authors: Doronila Paul B
Published: May 2023

The study of the growth and survival of blue swimming crabs is important to optimize its production and explore the development of net-cage crab culture as the culture scheme for production of blue swimming crabs. This paper investigates the growth and survival rate of Portunus pelagicus at 15 and 30 days of culture using two rearing substrates (net and sand) and three stocking densities (15, 30 and 45 crabs/m2). Physicochemical parameters such as the dissolved oxygen, salinity, water temperature, and water transparency were also gathered across the days of culture to explain other factors that may influence survival rate of crabs during culture.  Results showed no significant differences for both growth rate in terms of carapace width and body weight and survival rate. Significant interaction between the stocking rate and rearing substrates on the growth rate in terms of carapace width during the 15 days of culture were observed. Poor growth and survival rates of the crabs may have been the result of cannibalism and poor quality of bottom substrates like silt and abrupt change of water quality namely salinity and transparency. It is recommended to validate the results in a more favorable rearing environment. Management strategies to control predation may be tested and implemented when culturing blue swimming crabs in cages and pens.
A Review of Waste Management Technologies Towards a Circular Economy in the Philippines
Authors: Pintor Lynlei L , Godezano Josel B , Abris Mattheus Imcon V
Published: May 2023

Circular economy (CE) refers to the production and consumption of goods through closed loop material flows that internalize environmental externalities linked to virgin resource extraction and the generation of waste. CE has not materialized in the Philippines since the implementation of the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act in 2000. Several research studies have already been conducted focusing on the various aspects related to solid waste management. However, there is paucity of the available information related to waste management technologies that can stir the circular economy in the country. This study assessed the science, technology, and innovation on waste management in the Philippines within a ten-year period from 2009 to 2019. Content analysis was done on the research conducted and      technologies generated to assess the role of science, technology, and innovation on waste management. Results revealed that several studies mainly focused on waste characterization, reuse, recycle, reduce or 3Rs, policy development and implementation, brand audits, and public and health effects of plastic wastes. Most of the studies conducted were quantitative in nature. On generated technologies, most of the reports focused on refuse-derived-fuel, vermin-composting, gravity-driven Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), bulb eater machine, and plastic bricks. Despite the annual increase in waste generation, waste management still receives poor attention from the government. Thus, achieving a circular economy will take time in the country.
Species Composition and Carbon Stock of Selected Secondary Growth Forest Patches in Ilog-Hilabangan Watershed Forest Reserve
Authors: Predo Gregorio D
Published: May 2023

A tree species composition and carbon stock assessment was conducted in selected secondary growth forest patches at Ilog Hilabangan Watershed Forest Reserve in Barangay Buenavista, Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental. The study aimed to (1) identify and enumerate the various tree species, (2) characterize the community structure of tree species in terms of species composition, diversity, evenness and richness, and (3) estimate the carbon stock of the remaining forest patches. In each sampling site, three 100-m transects were laid out, from which three 20m x 20m plots were established. The data collected from each sampling plots include tree count, species identification, and diameter at breast height. A total of 66 species of trees, belonging to 47 genera and 28 families were identified. The dominant species found were Parashorea malaanonan (pi=0.14) in NIDCO, Ficus variegata (pi=0.20) in Cansirmon and Shorea contorta (pi=0.39) in Candi-is. Forest patches in Cansirmon had the highest species richness (Dmg=12.75), while NIDCO had the highest tree species diversity (H’=3.01) and evenness (D=0.12). The highest carbon stock was estimated from NIDCO forest patches, with an average of 194.56 tons/hectare. This can be attributed to the dominance of old and larger trees in the sampling site. The study concluded that the level of disturbance of the site influences its diversity and carbon stock.
Challenges and Coping Mechanisms of Newly Hired Teachers assigned in Far-Flung Schools in Relation to Their Performance
Authors: PANCHO LORD IVAN A
Published: May 2023

Newly-hired teachers face challenges when assigned in far-flung places due to the difficulty of transportation and accessibility in reaching the assigned schools. This study aimed to seek the challenges encountered and coping mechanisms of the newly-hired teachers in relation to their performance in the Schools Division of Himamaylan City. This effort offered an opportunity to enhancing school program plans to address teachers’ concerns assigned in the far-flung schools. The study variables included the teachers’ age, status, and length of service. Results showed that the challenges encountered by the Newly- Hired Teachers according to the areas Mode of Transportation, Physical Facilities/Water and Food Supplies, and Learning Environment/Resources were of high extent. On the level of coping mechanisms of the newly-hired teachers according to the area Mode of Transportation, it was interpreted as High Level,  while both Physical Facilities / Water and Food Supplies, and Learning Environment/Resources were of Very High Level. The level of performance of the newly-hired teachers was also Very Satisfactory. Newly-hired teachers are expected to face challenges when they are assigned in the far-flung areas. Thus, they experienced, both personal and professional coping interventions which somehow helped them to endure the situation and to survive the everyday challenges.
Changes in the Life and Welfare Practice of the Disabled in the COVID-19 Situation
Authors:   Chungbuk National University, Research Institute of Human Ecology, Kim Dong-Ki , Lee Ho-Sun , Seo Dong-Myung
Published: May 2023

Background/Objectives: This study aims to derive innovative action plans tailored to the changed environment by identifying changes in the welfare practice field for the disabled in the COVID-19 situation.
Methods: First, various pieces of literature related to the situation at the welfare practice site for the disabled and their families after the COVID-19 outbreak were analyzed. Second, life changes and difficulties in the COVID-19 situation and modifications in service provision were evaluated through interviews with persons with disabilities, guardians, and facility workers.
Results: The disabled and their families experienced difficulties in various areas of their lives and encountered several issues for each type of disability due to the COVID-19 outbreak. As COVID-19 persisted, welfare facilities prepared new alternatives. However, services still lacked in quantity and quality. In addition, the labor intensity of facility workers was substantially high , which resulted in high burnout and turnover rates for employees. With the COVID-19 outbreak, welfare facilities for the disabled struggled to cope with the changed situations, such as variations in service delivery methods, flexible program operation, reorganization, and installation of new equipment.
Conclusion/Implications: First, changing the perception of administrative agencies that support services provided by welfare facilities for the disabled is necessary. Second, additional financial and workforce support should be provided to facilitate the operation of open facilities in the event of an infectious disease situation. Third, a systematic support system should be prepared in accordance with the development of detailed manuals for responding to infectious diseases by facility type and the occurrence of confirmed cases.
Eating Alone and Associated Dietary Behavior among University Students in Cheongju
Authors:   Chungbuk National University, Research Institute of Human Ecology, Cho Eungene , Pae Munkyong
Published: May 2023

Background/Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the frequency of eating alone and dietary behavior associated with it among university students.
Methods: The study involved 405 university students in Cheongju, Korea, and data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire that included information regarding general characteristics, health-related characteristics, and dietary behavior, such as the frequency and patterns of eating alone.
Results: Approximately 43.7% of the respondents reported they ate alone once a day or more frequently, whereas 40.2% ate alone one to five times per week and 16.1% ate alone less than once a week. The primary reason for eating alone was the lack of company, and the most commonly consumed solo meal was breakfast. Male students had a more positive attitude toward eating alone than female students, and they frequently ate alone outside houses, such as in campus cafeterias and restaurants than female students. Students who ate alone at least once a day were more likely to be seniors, self-boarders, or overweight and obese than those who ate alone less frequently. Gender-specific analyses revealed that male students who ate alone frequently were more likely to be self-boarders or consume more milk, while female students who ate alone frequently were more likely to eat less than three meals per day and drink more alcohol, compared with those who ate alone less frequently.
Conclusion/Implications: These results could provide a better understanding of eating alone and its associated factors among university students, and will be useful in developing more comprehensive nutrition education programs targeted at this population.
Ontología social y derechos humanos en John R. Searle
Authors: Faerna Ángel Manuel
Published: May 2023

Este artículo se opone a la tesis recientemente sostenida por John Searle según la cual no existen los derechos humanos positivos. Argumentamos que la existencia de dichos derechos no es contradictoria, como pretende Searle, con las nociones de "derecho" y" derechos humanos" definidas en su ontología social. Por consiguiente, es posible aceptar la ontología social de Searle y afirmar al mismo tiempo que los derechos humanos positivos existen. En segundo lugar, ofrecemos razones para cuestionar la supuesta prioridad lógica de una ontología social al modo en que Searle la entiende (esto es, como una empresa puramente analítica) sobre los desarrollos más específicos de la filosofía moral, social y política. Al contrario, sugerimos que, por lo que se refiere a la realidad social, los compromisos ontológicos dependen de los presupuestos sustantivos que se adopten en relación con la naturaleza y los fines de la sociedad misma, o bien no pasarán de ser un formalismo vacío sin relevancia heurística alguna.