bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bridging Learning Through The Blink: An Evaluation Research
Authors: Solano Steve A.
Published: July 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted traditional education systems, necessitating the creation of innovative learning programs. This study evaluates the implementation of Berkeley School Baguio's BLINK (Berkeley’s Link to the Entire Community) program, an initiative developed to address the challenges posed by distance learning. BLINK integrates information technology with innovative pedagogical approaches, structured around four core Integrative Learning Clusters: Social Literacy, Logical Analysis, Wika at Pagpapakatao, and Psychomotor Skills. Through a process-based evaluation model, this quantitative descriptive research analyzes data gathered from senior high school students who participated in the program during the 2022-2023 academic year, and the teachers who implemented the curriculum especially redesigned for the BLINK. The evaluation focuses on four main areas: time management, content alignment, teaching-learning, and evaluation. The study reveals that students generally agreed with the effective implementation of BLINK, highlighting proper time management, coherent content alignment, diverse teaching methods, and appropriate evaluation strategies. However, unique challenges were identified, such as technological issues and difficulties in teaching-learning processes. To address these challenges, the study suggests improvements in automated notifications, mobile-friendly access, and streamlined navigation on the BLINK platform. Additionally, it recommends removing open-note assessments to encourage diligent study habits. This evaluation provides insights for administrators, faculty, and parents to refine BLINK, ensuring it continues to offer meaningful and effective educational experiences in a dynamic learning environment.
American Constitution and Environmental Policies
Authors: Okocha Dr. Kenneth
Published: July 2024

The need to protect the environment from degradation and hazards has become one of the major issues on the front burner of global politics. The national legislatures of various nations and policy experts are all brainstorming on how to safeguard the planet from further depreciation to preserve human lives. The U.S. Congress, in an attempt to protect the environment, has enacted several statutory laws to protect the national environment, while cooperating with international organizations like the U.N. in enhancing global environmental safety using the deployment of international law. These statutory laws are derived from the American constitutions and common laws that were written by the framers of the U.S. Constitution. The American environmental laws and policies are meant to safeguard the country’s national environment.
The Role of Job Satisfaction in Mediating the Physical Work Environment and Spiritual Leadership on Employee Performance (Study at Karticentra Artha Rural Bank Semarang)
Authors: Tiyanto Prihatin , Hutomo Priagung , Sukawijaya A. S.
Published: July 2024

Since the Covid-19 Pandemic, many BPR (rural bank) have gone bankrupt, an average of 6 BPR have collapsed every year, this is not only due to economic conditions, but also due to business governance due to the large number of frauds. Business governance cannot be separated from the environment and leadership, resulting in a decline in BPR performance. This research aims to analyze the work environment, spiritual leadership to improve employee performance, through job satisfaction. The population in the study were all employees of PT. BPR Karticentra Artha Semarang and all 51 respondents were taken as samples. The analysis tool used is SMART PLS ver 3.00. The findings show that job satisfaction is able to mediate the work environment to improve employee performance, likewise job satisfaction is able to mediate spiritual leadership to improve employee performance.
Has the Low-Carbon City Pilot Policy Reduced Urban Carbon Emissions in China?
Authors: Liu Xinyu , Li Mengya , Wang Chengjing , Lu Ping
Published: July 2024

The promotion of low-carbon and ecologically friendly economic growth is widely accepted worldwide. The low-carbon city pilot policy was introduced by the Chinese government in three batches between 2010 and 2017 to address climate change. We use panel data from 277 Chinese cities from 2009 to 2019 to investigate the link between urban carbon emissions and the low-carbon city pilot policy. To alleviate the endogeneity brought on by sample selection bias, we utilize a combination of propensity score matching and the difference-in-difference model in our causal inference technique. The results demonstrate a noteworthy decrease in urban carbon emissions subsequent to the implementation of the policy; Through optimizing industrial structure, substituting clean energy, and innovating green technologies, this approach lowers urban carbon emissions; In addition, heterogeneity analysis results indicate that the carbon reduction effects in eastern and central cities are more significant than that in western cities. Finally, we provide policy recommendations on how to reduce urban carbon emissions.
 
Received: 4 March 2024 | Revised: 7 June 2024 | Accepted: 12 July 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data available on request from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Xinyu Liu: Conceptualization, Methodology, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Visualization, Project administration. Mengya Li: Conceptualization, Software, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Writing - original draft, Visualization. Chengjing Wang: Conceptualization, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Writing - original draft, Visualization. Ping Lu: Writing - review & editing, Supervision, Project administration, Funding acquisition.
Impact of dietary methionine supplementation on the growth performance of Large White pigs in tropical environments
Authors: SEME Kpassi
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to assess the effect of dietary methionine supplementation on the productive performance of growing pigs. Methods : A total of 200 Large White pigs including 100 sows and 100 castrated with an average body weight of around 41.09 ± 7.08 kg were assigned to five treatments of basal diet supplemented with 0% (M0), 0.25% (M0.25), 0.50% (M0.50), 0.75% (M0.75) and 1% (M1) of methionine having 4 replicates of 10 pigs each. All treatments were subjected to the same prophylactic plan. Data were collected on feed intake, body weights and body measurements, such us back length, thoracic perimeter and height at the withers. The data collected were analyzed using one-way ANOVA. Results: This study showed a significant reduction in feed intake in M0.50 and M0.75 pigs compared to the other treatments. On day 60, pigs in M1 treatment showed significantly lower body weights than the pigs in M0.50. Pigs in the M0.75 treatment had the lowest feed conversion ratio compared to M1 treatment. The economic evaluation revealed that M0.50 and M0.75 treatment groups had the best production costs. Conclusion: Supplementing diets with 0.50% methionine resulted in better production costs in Large White pigs and this is strongly recommended to farmers.
Assessing the Impact of Yeast Fermentation in Dry Processing on Coffee Quality from Coffea arabica cv. Caltimor, C. arabica cv. Bourbon and C. canephora cv. Robusta
Authors: Mahanil Siraprapa , Athinuwat Dusit , Klomchit Anthikan , Phonwong Kritsadaphon
Published: July 2024

This study aims to investigate the influence of yeast fermentation and inoculation methods on the quality of coffee across 3 different coffee cultivars. Fermenting Sacchoromyces cerevisiae SafAle s-33 on Coffea arabica cv. Caltimor via bucket inoculation outperforms spray inoculation across all aspects including microbial cell adhesion, the chemical profile, reducing sugar content and sensory analysis conducted by a Q-grader. The PCA analysis revealed distinct profiles of organic acids and volatile compounds in roasted beans in yeast fermentation and natural fermentation of all 3 coffee varieties. Particularly, volatile compounds such 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)octan-1-one, 8-Oxabicyclo[3.2.1]oct-6-en-3-one and 5,6-Dimethoxy-2-(2-hydroxyethyl-1-thio)-3 trimethylsilyl methyl-1,4-benzoquinone and, furfuryl ethyl ether and 5-methyl furfural were detected only in yeast fermented bean. The malic acid also contained a higher amount in roasted coffee beans from the yeast fermentation of all 3 coffee varieties than the natural fermentation. Those compounds present a notably positive influence on the sensory aspects of the coffee i.e. sweet caramel, dry fruit, vanilla and hazelnut-like flavors. In addition, roasted beans from the yeast fermentation of C. arabica cv. Caltimor and C. canephora cv. Robusta displayed higher sensory scores when compared to those from natural fermentation, conversely in C. arabica cv. Bourbon, beans from both yeast fermentation and natural fermentation displayed similar quality levels. Our study concluded that the commercial yeast strain within the beer and wine industry proved to be an alternative source for coffee fermentation. Nevertheless, the selection of the coffee variety plays a crucial role when utilizing S. cerevisiae SafAle s-33 as a starter.
Contributions to Urban Settlement Geography in India. A Critical Review of Selected Literature
Authors: Banerjee Iman , Saha Apala
Published: July 2024

India, the home to one of the earliest urban civilizations on this planet, has a very long tradition of research and writings on urban issues. The fundamental objective and chief motivation of writing a review of urban settlement studies in India is to fabricate a legible synthesis of the relevant sources, obtainable from the literature to answer a salient research question that may interest all geographers as well as other social scientists. Since urban settlement geography has emerged as a systematic sub-theme of urban geography after World War II, the post-independence period (1950–2019) of India has been taken into consideration for the present review. This research, therefore, is a humble effort to analyze and interpret over 60 publications, published between 1950 and 2019, on various aspects of urban settlements in India and to provide a brief critical review of them. The review indicates that diversified aspects of physical, functional, economic, and historical dimensions of urban settlements belonging to different parts of the country were discussed and interpreted by scholars from India and abroad. On the grounds of the present study, papers are organized under the following broad themes, such as location, distribution, configuration, and morphological studies of urban settlements; studies on urban settlement systems, economic linkages, and spatial-functional characteristics of urban settlements; studies on the typology of urban settlements; and historical studies of urban settlements. Eventually, this endeavor seeks to get a place in the vast body of literature, on the subject of urban geography, by offering a brief review of the select literature in the sub-theme of urban settlement geography to enable readers to acquire an overview of the scholarly literature in the area, so that they can enhance their understanding of what is found, how it is found, and in which way to communicate this information.
Chapter 4: Audiovisual sample 4.1
Authors: Halder Epsita
Published: July 2024

Audiovisual sample 4.1:

Zakira Hashmat Fatima. Haji Lane Imambara, 2013. Source: recording by the author.
Chapter 5: Audiovisual sample 5.5
Authors: Hackett Rosalind I. J.
Published: July 2024

Audiovisual sample 5.5:

“Scrytch,” by Lyra Pramukh, https://soundcloud.com/lyra_songs/scrytch.
L’éducation à la citoyenneté : des conditions à la valorisation de l’interculturalité
Authors: Lauwerier Thibaut
Published: July 2024

L’éducation à la citoyenneté (nationale ou mondiale) peut être une piste féconde pour valoriser l’interculturalité à condition qu’elle aille dans (au moins) deux directions en contradiction avec des tendances actuelles au niveau international. Premièrement, elles doivent pouvoir dépasser les modèles de développement néolibéraux dans lesquels sont ancrés les systèmes éducatifs, ce qui nécessite entre autres d’analyser en profondeur les causes des nombreuses inégalités et sources de conflits, afin de trouver des réponses propices à des changements structurels. Deuxièmement, ces actions nécessitent des remaniements sur le plan pédagogique, notamment du point de vue des médiums utilisés. Sur cet aspect, nous mettrons particulièrement en évidence l’usage de l’art et la musique dans les systèmes éducatifs pour considérer l’interculturalité. Pour illustrer notre propos, nous nous baserons sur des recherches, principalement qualitatives, que nous avons menées en Afrique subsaharienne et en Europe.
Time-dependent Biochemical Responses of the Zoanthid Zoanthus sp. Exposed to Polyvinyl Chloride Microplastics
Authors: Albertoni Luis Felipe , Dal Pont Giorgi , Souza-Bastos Luciana Rodrigues de , Ostrensky Antonio , Costa João Henrique Alliprandini da , Sadauskas-Henrique Helen
Published: July 2024

The present study investigates if the polyvinyl chloride microplastics (79-149 μm) could cause any time-dependent responses of the microplastics absorption and biochemical responses (GST, TBARs, DNA strand breaks) for Zoanthus sp. during and acute (7 days) and chronic (14 days) exposures. For the role experiments mini colonies of Zoanthus sp. were exposed to 10 mg/L of PVC microplastics for 7 and 14 days. Exposure time had a direct influence under the PVC microplastics absorption, what consequently contributed for alterations on GST activity, TBARS concentration and DNA damage. These results provide evidence of biochemical damages caused by microplastics in corals, and insights for future perspectives of coral reefs health once plastic debris have been recorded at the ocean for at least 40 years.
Sedimentological Analysis and Depositional Environmental Interpretation of Benin Formation: A Case Study of Umuaka and its Environs in Njaba Local Government Area, Imo State, Nigeria.
Authors: C.C. Anumaka, , H.C. Anozie, , C.V. Ahaneku, , A.O. Okpara, , A.C. Odinye, , E.E. Onuchukwu, , F.O Oshim,
Published: July 2024

The study of sedimentology is an important interdisciplinary field that helps us understand Earth’s history, environmental processes, and natural resources. This research focused on analyzing the characteristics of coastal sediments in the Umuaka area of Njaba Local Government Area in Imo State, Nigeria. The goal was to determine the source of the sediments, the environment in which they were deposited, and the processes that shaped the coastal landscape. The study area lies between latitudes N 50 38′ 11.5” and N 50 42′ 3.6” and longitudes E 70 4′ 4.9” and E 60 59′ 0.0”, with an altitude of 31 m to 160 m above sea level. The topography is characterized by hilly highlands and lowlands with sparse vegetation and gallery forests along the river channels. Access is via the Orlu – Owerri highway. The study area is in the Niger Delta Basin and is underlain by the Benin Formation. Methodology included desk research, reconnaissance, detailed geological field mapping and laboratory analysis. Field mapping revealed that the rock consists of friable, highly stratified, fine to very coarse sandstone with intercalations of clay/mudstone. Grain size analysis revealed that the sandstones were fine to very coarse grained ɸ(2.58 to -0.70)), moderately to poorly sorted ɸ(1.43 to 0.53), very positive to very negative skewness (0, 45 to – 0.63)). and leptokurtic to platykurtic (1.42 to 0.67). The predominant physical sedimentary structures identified were planar cross-bedding and graded beds, while the biogenic structures were dominated by vertical Skolithos caves. The bivariate and multivariate analyses, as well as the structural, physical and biogenic structures, indicate that the sediments were predominantly deposited in a shallow marine beach environment. The predominant process of sediment accumulation was through turbidity current deposition, with little influence from fluvial processes. Further studies are recommended to monitor and evaluate coastal sediment dynamics in response to ongoing natural and anthropogenic changes.
Youth Activism and Resource Extraction Conflicts in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Authors: Osazuwa Dr. Christopher Mitchell , Nom Aud Assoc. Prof. Bulus
Published: July 2024

This study specifically examines the profound connection between youth activism and resource extraction conflicts in Rivers State, Nigeria. It posits that youth activism, with its significant impact on these disputes, not only shapes the region’s social and political landscape but also advocates for sustainable development and community well-being. The study, employing a literature review approach, scrutinizes academic publications, reports, and online sources to explore the diverse roles of young people in driving positive change. It utilizes social movement and frustration-aggression theories to comprehend the motivations and strategies of youth activists. Focusing on Rivers State as a case study, the research examines movements like the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) and the #StopTheGasFlare campaign. These cases vividly illustrate the evolution of youth activism tactics and impact, from community mobilization and global lobbying to utilizing social media to garner public support. Key findings suggest that youth engagement fosters environmental conservation, community empowerment, and policy reform. The study proposes solutions to enhance the sustainability and impact of youth activism, including forming partnerships, expanding strategies, and promoting collaboration across different age groups. It concludes by advocating for empowering young people through strategic partnerships, diverse tactics, and cross-generational collaboration. This research underscores the potential of youth activism to inspire change in resolving resource extraction conflicts and proposes strategies to amplify their voices.
Economic impact of digital twins on renewable energy investments
Authors: Kelvin Edem Bassey  , Jesse Opoku-Boateng  , Bernard Owusu Antwi  , Afari Ntiakoh
Published: July 2024

Digital twins have emerged as pivotal tools for reshaping renewable energy investments by enhancing operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and grid management. This review explores the economic impact of digital twins specifically in the context of renewable energy investments. Digital twins, virtual replicas of physical assets and processes, facilitate improved decision-making through advanced simulations and real-time data analytics. In renewable energy sectors, they optimize the performance of solar, wind, and storage assets by predicting energy production, optimizing maintenance schedules, and enhancing overall asset lifecycle management. By providing accurate forecasts and scenario analyses, digital twins minimize operational risks and maximize energy yield, thereby increasing profitability and return on investment for renewable energy projects. Moreover, digital twins streamline operational workflows and reduce costs associated with manual monitoring and maintenance. They enable proactive maintenance strategies, identifying potential faults before they cause disruptions, thus minimizing downtime and repair expenses. This efficiency contributes to lower operational expenditures and enhances asset longevity, further bolstering economic viability. In addition to operational efficiencies, digital twins support strategic decision-making in renewable energy investments. They facilitate detailed financial modelling and risk assessment, allowing stakeholders to assess project feasibility, optimize capital allocation, and attract financing. Enhanced transparency and data-driven insights provided by digital twins increase investor confidence and reduce perceived risks, thereby lowering the cost of capital for renewable energy projects. Furthermore, digital twins foster innovation and technological advancements in the renewable energy sector. They enable continuous improvement through iterative learning and adaptation based on real-world data, driving innovation in energy efficiency and performance optimization. Digital twins represent a transformative technology with significant economic implications for renewable energy investments. By enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, facilitating informed decision-making, and fostering innovation, digital twins play a crucial role in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable and economically viable renewable energy future.
Keywords: Economic Impact, Digital Twins, Renewable Energy.
ҚЫЛМЫСТАРДЫҢ ҚАЙТАЛАНУЫНЫҢ ӘЛЕУМЕТТІК МӘСЕЛЕЛЕРІ
Authors: Бижанова А.Р. , Османова Г.Ж.
Published: July 2024

Бүгінгі күні құқық саласындағы туындағын кӛптеген мәселелердің ішінде қылмыс ең ӛзектідеп саналуы мүмкін. Еліміздің қылмыстық заңнамасы қылмыстардың қайталануының ұғымын бекітті және оны жеке түрге жіктеп, қылмыстардың қайталануы кезінде жаза тағайындаудың жаңа ережелерін қарастырды. Қылмыстың ӛсуі, қайталануы, нәтижесінде бас бостандығынан айыруға сотталғандар санының ӛсуіне әкеледі. Бұл ӛз кезегінде қоғамның одан әрі дамуына, құқықтық мемлекет құруға, халықаралық қатынастарда мемлекеттің мәртебесінің сақталуына кедергілер келтіреді. Қабылданған шараларға қарамастан, реци-дивтік қылмысқа қарсы іс-қимылды қамтамасыз ету мәселелері қоғамды да, заң шығарушыны да, құқық қолдану органдарын да алаңдатады.Зерттеу тақырыбында қылмыстардың қайталануыныңәлеуметтік мәселелері қарас-тырылған. Қылмыстардың қауіптілігінің нақты кӛріністерінің әлеуметтік қауіпті деңгей-лерін ашу, қылмыстың алдын алу мәселелерін шешуде маңызды орынды алады. Зерттеу мақсаты –қылмыстардың қайталануының әлеуметтік-құқықтықсипатыныңқылмыстыанықтауғажәнеалдыналуға әсерінзерттеу.
Bakti Sosial Donor Darah Serta Pemeriksaan Kesehatan Bersama PMI dan IDI Padangsidimpuan di Kantor Walikota Padangsidimpuan
Authors: Nasution Dina Rahmi Solihad , Nasution Izmi Fadhilah , Hasibuan Elmi Sariani , Handayani Fitri Rahma
Published: July 2024

Blood donation is an activity to take blood from voluntarily which will be stored in blood bank for blood transfusion purposes. Blood transfusion is an activity of transferring blood between donors to recipients with certain terms and conditions. It is necessary to treat the condition of lack of blood in one individual. The purpose of this community service was to add insight into the benefits of blood transfusions both for one's own person and for others in need. This activity was held on October 29, 2023 at the Padangsidimpuan Mayor's Office. The series of this activity were fun walk, health checks and blood donations. This community service used a participatory model. The results of this activity were obtained 70 voluntary blood donor participants consisting of adolescents to adults and then obtained 70 bags of blood products. Thus, this community service is beneficial as a medium for independent health promotion to increase public interest in donating blood
Cuci Tangan Pakai Sabun Sebagai Upaya Gerakan Perilaku Hidup Sehat
Authors: Situmorang Teresia Suminta Rotua , Johan Reza Bintangdari , Permatasari Annisa Eka , Purnamasari Agus
Published: July 2024

Kebersihan tangan merupakan bagian yang penting dalam menekan dan mengurangi penyebaran penyakit menular. Program kegiatan kepada masyarakat ini merupakan kegiatan yang dilaksanakan bersama antara dosen dengan mahasiswa S1 Kebidanan Universitas Borneo Tarakan. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk membantu masyarakat khususnya anak Panti Asuhan Berkah Ar-Rahim Ibu, agar lebih menyadari pentingnya menjaga perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS) dengan menerapkan cuci tangan pakai sabun. Kegiatan ini melibatkan semua anak Panti Asuhan yang berusia 7-15 tahun yang berjumlah 25 orang. Ada tiga tahapan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat yaitu persiapan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi. Setelah diberikan health education evaluasi dilakukan dengan memberikan kuesioner post-test kepada responden yang sama dan diperoleh hasil setelah diberikan health education responden memahami tentang cuci tangan yang baik dan benar sebagai upaya gerakan hidup bersih dan sehat.
The very-high resolution configuration of the EC-Earth global model for HighResMIP
Authors: Moreno-Chamarro Eduardo , Arsouze Thomas , Acosta Mario , Bretonnière Pierre-Antoine , Castrillo Miguel , Ferrer Eric , Frigola Amanda , Kuznetsova Daria , Martin-Martinez Eneko , Ortega Pablo , Palomas Sergi
Published: July 2024

Abstract. We here present the very-high resolution version of the EC-Earth global climate model, EC-Earth3P-VHR, developed for HighResMIP. The model features an atmospheric resolution of ~16 km and an oceanic resolution of 1/12° (~8 km), which makes it one of the finest combined resolutions ever used to complete historical and scenario-like CMIP6 simulations. To evaluate the influence of numerical resolution on the simulated climate, EC-Earth3P-VHR is compared with two configurations of the same model at lower resolution: the ~100-km-grid EC-Earth3P-LR, and the ~25-km-grid EC-Earth3P-HR. The models' biases are evaluated against observations over the period 1980–2014. Compared to LR and HR, VHR shows a reduced equatorial Pacific cold tongue bias, an improved Gulf Stream representation with a reduced coastal warm bias and a reduced subpolar North Atlantic cold bias, and more realistic orographic precipitation over mountain ranges. By contrast, VHR shows a larger warm bias and overly low sea ice extent over the Southern Ocean. Such biases in surface temperature have an impact on the atmospheric circulation aloft, with improved stormtrack over the North Atlantic, yet worsened stormtrack over the Southern Ocean compared to the lower resolution model versions. Other biases persist with increased resolution from LR to VHR, such as the warm bias over the tropical upwelling region and the associated cloud cover underestimation, and the precipitation excess over the tropical South Atlantic and North Pacific. VHR shows improved air–sea coupling over the tropical region, although it tends to overestimate the oceanic influence on the atmospheric variability at mid-latitudes compared to observations and LR and HR. Together, these results highlight the potential for improved simulated climate in key regions, such as the Gulf Stream and the Equator, when the atmospheric and oceanic resolutions are finer than 25 km in both the ocean and atmosphere. Thanks to its unprecedented resolution, EC-Earth3P-VHR offers a new opportunity to study climate variability and change of such areas on regional/local spatial scales, in line with regional climate models.
Revisiting regression methods for estimating long-term trends in sea surface temperature
Authors: Chang Ming-Huei , Huang Yen-Chen , Cheng Yu-Hsin , Terng Chuen-Teyr , Chen Jinyi , Jan Jyh Cherng
Published: July 2024

Abstract. Global warming has enduring consequences in the ocean, leading to increased sea surface temperatures (SSTs) and subsequent environmental impacts, including coral bleaching and intensified tropical storms. It is imperative to monitor these trends to enable informed decision-making and adaptation. In this study, we comprehensively examine the methods for extracting long-term temperature trends, including STL, seasonal-trend decomposition procedure based on LOESS (locally estimated scatterplot smoothing), and the linear regression family, which comprises the ordinary least-squares regression (OLSR), orthogonal regression (OR), and geometric-mean regression (GMR). The applicability and limitations of these methods are assessed based on experimental and simulated data. STL may stand out as the most accurate method for extracting long-term trends. However, it is associated with notably sizable computational time. In contrast, linear regression methods are far more efficient. Among these methods, GMR is not suitable due to its inherent assumption of a random temporal component. OLSR and OR are preferable for general tasks but require correction to accurately account for seasonal signal-induced bias resulting from the phase–distance imbalance. We observe that this bias can be effectively addressed by trimming the SST data to ensure that the time series becomes an even function before applying linear regression, which is named “evenization”. We compare our methods with two commonly used methods in the climate community. Our proposed method is unbiased and better than the conventional SST anomaly method. While our method may have a larger degree of uncertainty than combined linear and sinusoidal fitting, this uncertainty remains within an acceptable range. Furthermore, linear and sinusoidal fitting can be unstable when applied to natural data containing significant noise.
A Cross-Sectional Study on Clinical Profile and Factors Associated with Premenstrual Syndrome among Adolescent Girls in Goa
Authors: Uday Kamble Vishakha , Kharbe Krutika , Isha Pereira Myla , Giri Pallavi , Anil Cacodcar Jagadish
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a group of physical and psychological symptoms that occur during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. Objective: To determine the proportion of adolescent girls suffering Premenstrual Syndrome using ACOG criteria, to describe the clinical presentations of PMS and to identify the factors associated with PMS among them. Method: Results: In a cross-sectional study among 228 adolescent girls, more than half (59.2%) of the girls reported to have PMS. The mean BMI of the participants was 20.1 ± 4.31 kg/m2. Irritability was reported to be the most frequent symptom in as high as 41.7% girls. Nearly two-thirds of the adolescent girls (64%) reported to have heavy flow, while the majority of the girls (91.7%) suffered from dysmenorrhea. PMS was found to be associated with age at menarche, amount of blood flow during menstruation and presence of dysmenorrhea (p < 0.05). Conclusion: This study revealed that 59.2% of adolescent girls reported to have PMS. Schools should foster an environment where students feel comfortable discussing PMS and other women’s health issues.
Reminder of Persistent Public Health concerns: A suspected case of adult tetanus
Authors: K Shah Anuradha , R Naik Gaurav , Singh Vijaykumar
Published: July 2024

Tetanus, once prevalent worldwide, has become rare in developed nations since the advent of active immunization.[1] However, in India, where population density and healthcare challenges persist, the burden of adult tetanus remains largely unexplored. Here, authors present a suspected case of adult tetanus in an 18-year-old male from suburban Mumbai, highlighting the ongoing public health concern. The patient, a daily-wage worker, presented with chest pain, back spasms, and progressive muscle rigidity following trauma to his foot Despite aggressive medical intervention, including immunoglobulin therapy and intensive care, the patient succumbed to cardiac arrest ten days’ post-admission. This case underscores the persistent threat of tetanus in India, even after the successful elimination of maternal and neonatal tetanus. Delayed diagnosis due to ambiguous symptoms and neglect of basic hygiene practices contribute to severe complications and mortality. Efforts to combat tetanus should focus on enhancing public awareness, promoting vaccination, and ensuring prompt wound care.
Awareness and utilization of social security and other government schemes by elderly population of Budge-Budge II block of West Bengal
Authors: Mondal Aparajita , Ray Kuntala , Chakrabarti Soma , Basu Mausumi , Dey Abhipsa
Published: July 2024

Introduction: : Geriatric population are most vulnerable population, they suffer from various physical illness, mental issues, inancial crisis etc. WHO report showed that the world's population of people aged 60years and older will be doubled by 2050 (2.1 billion). According to census 2011report, India has 10.1%elderly population and West Bengal has 11.3%. The purpose of the study is to assess the level of awareness on
social security& other government schemes, its utilization and to explore the barrier of utilization. Method:An explanatory sequential mixed methods observational study, cross-sectional in design was conducted in Budge-Budge II block of West Bengal among 150elderly population (≥ 60 years) selected by 30 cluster random sampling from March-May 2023 using a pre-designed, pre-tested, structured schedule by face-toface interview. Quantitative data was analysed by SPSS v25.0, and binary logistic regression was performed. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically with IDI guide. Results: Out of 150 elderly, mean age group of the study population was 67.5±4.24 years, 53% were male, and 87% of the study population had awareness on old age pension scheme. However, 83% showed bad utilization. Socioeconomic status [AOR 5.27 (1.98- 13.97)], current employment status [AOR 6.48 (1.12-37.30)] economic dependency [AOR 7.59 (1.71-33.79)] had statistically signiicant higher odds of adequate awareness in the multivariable model. Current employment status, economic dependency showed signiicant association with good utilization and socio demographic characteristics. Conclusion: Majority of the study population were between 65 to 70 years and were aware of old age pension scheme. Old age pension scheme was maximally utilized schemes.
PENGARUH GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE DAN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY TERHADAP TAX AVOIDANCE
Authors: Sari Mujiani  , Efrinal  , Irfan Safrudin
Published: July 2024

Pelnellitian ini belrtujuan untuk melngeltahui pelngaruh good corporatel govelrnancel (komisaris indelpelndeln dan komitel audit) dan corporatel social relsponsibility telrhadap Pelnghindaran Pajak. Sampell yang digunakan dalam pelnellitian ini adalah pelrusahaan makanan dan minuman yang telrdaftar di Bursa Elfelk Indonelsia pada tahun 2017-2021 delngan 16 pelrusahaan sampell yang melnggunakan meltodel purposivel sanpling. Variabell indelpelndelnt pelnellitian ini adalah Komisaris Indelpelndeln, Komitel Audit dan Corporatel Social Relsponsibility. Variabell delpelndeln pelnellitian ini adalah Pelnghindaran Pajak yang diukur delngan elffelctivel tax ratel (ElTR). Hasilnya melnunjukan bahwa Komisaris Indelpelndeln belrpelngaruh tidak signifikan telrhadap Pelnghindaran Pajak. Komitel Audit belrpelngaruh tidak signifikan telrhadap Pelnghindaran Pajak. Seldangkan Corporatel Social Relsponsibility belrpelngaruh positif telrhadap Pelnghindaran Pajak.
Estimation of Potential and Utilization Level of Skipjack Fish in Dufa Dufa Fish Landing Base (PPI), Ternate City
Authors: Ridwan Arianto , Tangke Umar , Titaheluw Syahnul Sardi
Published: July 2024

This research was conducted from July to September 2023, with the aim of analyzing the relationship between oceanographic parameters and yellowfin tuna catch. The use of experimental fishing method with regression analysis and geographic information system is expected to answer the research objectives. Based on the results of the study, it was found that simultaneously oceanographic conditions have a significant effect on the catch of yellowfin tuna in Ternate Island waters with a calculated F value of 12,449 and a significance of 0.000, then with the backward method it was found that individually only sea surface temperature and chlorophyll-a concentration parameters were closely related to yellowfin tuna catches with a coefficient of determination (r2) value of 0.581 and 0.461, respectively. It is necessary to conduct further research with different fishing locations in order to determine the potential of fisheries, especially yellowfin tuna.
Transformación digital para la competitividad de las empresas
Authors: Salgado-García Jorge Arturo , Terán-Bustamante Antonia , Martínez-Velasco Antonieta
Published: July 2024

La transformación digital es un proceso tanto tecnológico como sociocultural que involucra la adopción de tecnologías digitales y modificaciones en los modelos de negocio y la estrategia de las firmas. La literatura que estudia relaciones entre la transformación digital y la competitividad de las empresas se incrementó en el periodo de postpandemia, sin embargo, las investigaciones antes de la pandemia son escasas, por lo cual el objetivo de esta investigación es analizar el efecto de la transformación digital en la competitividad de las empresas antes de esta crisis. Los datos que se utilizaron para el análisis son de las Encuestas Nacionales sobre Productividad y Competitividad de las Pymes en Sectores Estratégicos en México. El análisis se realizó en dos partes: I. geoestadístico para buscar clústeres geográficos de corte natural y II. estadístico mediante la regresión Ridge. Los resultados evidenciaron que tanto la transformación digital como la competitividad se distribuyen de manera desigual en los territorios; sin embargo, se encontró un efecto positivo de la transformación digital en la competitividad de estas. De acuerdo con lo anterior, se concluyó que las empresas que quieran aumentar su competitividad deben incrementar su transformación digital, por lo que los gobiernos deben continuar estableciendo políticas y programas de transformación digital en todos los sectores y en forma más equitativa.
Buenas prácticas de Responsabilidad Social empresarial y su integración con las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación
Authors: Potes Ordoñez Laura Beatriz , Rios Cerón Gineth Magaly , Calderón Pérez Meilyn Dajana , Hurtado Idrobo Isabel
Published: July 2024

La Responsabilidad Social Empresarial en el contexto organizacional se consolida como un pilar estratégico para la sostenibilidad de las entidades corporativas. La utilización de las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación como facilitadoras en este proceso contribuye a la consolidación de prácticas éticas y sostenibles. El objetivo de este estudio es examinar las buenas prácticas en Responsabilidad Social Empresarial, así como el respaldo brindado por las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (TIC) para su implementación. Para ello, se realizó una revisión bibliográfica en cinco (5) bases de datos científicos entre los años 2013 y 2023 que culminó con la inclusión de 50 artículos de 8 países diferentes en español e inglés. Los resultados evidencian prácticas empresariales que promueven la Responsabilidad Social Empresarial que van más allá del cumplimiento legal. Sin embargo, se observa una brecha en la incorporación de las TIC en dicho proceso. El estudio subraya la importancia de que las empresas analicen cómo estas tecnologías pueden complementar y mejorar sus esfuerzos de RSE existentes, en lugar de adoptarlas únicamente en el uso de la tecnología en sí misma.
Control interno y desempeño laboral: colaboradores de una municipalidad, Trujillo - Perú
Authors: Menacho Vargas Isabel , Vásquez Ramos Segundo Pío , Gonzales Salvador Gamaniel Domingo , Guerrero Salazar Fernando Alberto Eugenio
Published: July 2024

El dinamismo y consiguiente transformación de la sociedad en la actualidad, así como el incremento poblacional amerita de una prestación de servicios públicos de calidad, los cuales se ejecuten en tiempos y plazos oportunos, por los medios vigentes; es en ese sentido que emerge la preocupación por desarrollar mecanismo y herramientas para incrementar el desempeño laboral de los colaboradores que forman parte de las instituciones. Los objetivos de este estudio son, en un primer término, determinar el tipo de relación existente entre el control interno y el desempeño laboral, así como las relaciones de las dimensiones del control interno, eficiencia y eficacia, con el desempeño laboral. Para ello, el estudio cuenta con un enfoque cuantitativo, correlacional y descriptivo, de diseño transversal y metodología hipotética-deductiva. Los resultados revelaron que existe una correlación directa, alta y significativa entre el control interno, y sus dimensiones, eficiencia y eficacia, con la variable desempeño laboral. Se concluyó que los procesos de control interno y desempeño laboral son esenciales para lograr los objetivos organizacionales.
Gestión de residuos de construcción y demolición en entornos urbanos desde la calidad ambiental
Authors: Abarca Zirka , Barreto Urpi , Abarca Yasser , Barreto Orlando
Published: July 2024

Los residuos de construcción y demolición representan un grave problema ambiental debido a su gran volumen y los impactos negativos que generan. En Perú, esta situación se agrava por la acumulación de residuos en vertederos ilegales, la mala planificación urbana y la falta de participación ciudadana. Este estudio investiga la influencia de la gestión de los residuos de construcción y demolición en la calidad ambiental urbana. Se encuestó a responsables de obra de 84 domicilios en la ciudad del Cusco, utilizando un modelo de regresión logística ordinal. Se encontró una relación significativa entre la gestión de residuos y la calidad ambiental urbana, destacando la importancia de la planificación, organización y supervisión. Sin embargo, el estudio de caracterización de residuos no mostró un efecto significativo. Los resultados subrayan la urgencia de mejorar la gestión de residuos de construcción y demolición con normativas claras y concienciación, enfatizando la importancia de la reutilización de materiales y la colaboración intersectorial para abordar los desafíos ambientales.
Competencias de innovación pedagógica en Instituciones de Educación Superior
Authors: Guerrero-Dolores Junnior Josue , Vásquez-Alburqueque Iris Liliana
Published: July 2024

Las dinámicas de los nuevos desafíos de la educación, está en asumir desde la formación docente que propenden desde las nuevas habilidades como la creatividad e innovación. El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar la formación en competencias de innovación pedagógica en Instituciones de Educación Superior, con énfasis especial en directivos que participan en la definición de políticas educativas, programas pedagógicos, procesos de formación continua y de innovación pedagógica. Se utilizó una metodología cualitativa, con soporte en una revisión bibliográfica documental, de artículos publicados en revistas indexadas y de documentos relacionados con los temas propuestos. A partir de esto, se pueden visualizar distintos elementos que determinan la formación en competencias a partir de características propias en cada universidad, que en su conjunto describen estrategias con valor para la enseñanza integral en estudiantes y para el proceso de toma de decisiones directivas. Finalmente, se puede concluir que la formación en competencias de innovación, los directivos, debe ser permanente y definida en función de las políticas educativas en Perú.
Editorial
Authors: Carrillo Barroso Ernesto , Soto Sainz Óliver
Published: July 2024

Editorial
Pengaruh Mobilisasi Dini Terhadap Nyeri Luka Ibu Post Operasi Secsio Caesarea di Ruang Nifas RSUD Panglima Sebaya Tana Paser Tahun 2022
Authors: Endang Ekawati  , Meity Albertina  , Hesti Prawita Widiastuti
Published: July 2024

Nyeri merupakan kondisi berupa perasaan tidak menyenangkan bersifat sangat subjektif karena perasaan nyeri berbeda dari setiap orang dalam hal skala atau tingkatnya, dan hanya orang tersebutlah yang dapat menjelaskan atau mengevaluasi rasa nyeri yang dialami. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh mobilisasi dini terhadap nyeri luka ibu post operasi sectio caesarea studi di ruang nifas RSUD panglima Sebaya Tana Paser.
Desain penelitian ini menggunakan desain pra-eksperimen one group pra-post test design, populasinya pasien post sectio caesarea yaitu 86 responden, besar sample 51 responden, metode yang digunakan dalam pengambilan sample yaitu purposive sampling, variabel penelitian ini ada variabel independent yaitu mobilisasi dini, dan variabel dependent nyeri luka post operasi SC. Analisa data yang digunakan adalah uji wilcoxon dengan ?lpa < 0,05.
Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebelum pemberian mobilisasi dini ada 32 responden dengan nyeri sedang dengan presentase 68 %, dikarenakan nyeri sedang yang dialami responden menurun menjadi nyeri ringan. Dari hasil SPSS denganuji Wilcoxon didapatkan nilai p = 0,000 yang lebih kecil dari alpha (0,05), H1 diterima. Artinya ada pengaruh mobilisasi dini terhadap nyeri luka ibu post operasi sectio caesarea .
Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah ada pengaruh yang signifikan sebelum dan sesudah dilakukan mobilisasi dini, dari hasil penelitian ini peneliti berpendapat bahwa mobilisasi dini efektif dapat meringankan nyeri akibat tindakan post operasi sectio caesarea.
Kata kunci :mobilisasi Dini, Nyeri luka operasi, Sectio Caesarea
Faktor – Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Kejadian Stunting pada Anak Balita di Wilayah Kerja UPTD Puskesmas Peninjauan Tahun 2022
Authors: Wahyu Ernawati  , Sri Sukati  , Andini Zuitasari  , Siti Aisyah
Published: July 2024

Menurut World Health Organization (WHO) tahun 2018, prevalensi balita stunting tertinggi di dunia yaitu Asia Tenggara/South-East Asia Regional (SEAR). Indonesia berada di urutan ke-3 di Asia Tenggara yang memiliki balita stunting. Adapun pada tahun 2005-2017 di Indonesia rata-rata prevalensi balita stunting 36,4%. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan pendapatan keluarga, pengetahuan ibu dan status gizi dengan kejadian stunting pada balita di Wilayah UPTD Puskesmas Peninjauan Tahun 2023. Metode penelitian yang digunakan pada penelitian ini yaitu penelitian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan survei analitik dengan pendekatan cross sectional dengan populasi 347 balita dan sampel sebanyak 77 dengan menggunakan metode purposive sampling. Analisis data menggunakan uji statistic Chi Square dengan p-value < nilai ? = 0,05. Hasil penelitian ini dari 41 responden yang pendapatan keluarganya rendah 21 (61,0 %) mengalami kejadian stunting p.value = 0,000, dari 31 responden yang pengetahuan kurang baik 25 (64,1%) mengalami kejadian stunting p.value = 0,000, sedangkan dari 35 responden yang status gizi saat kehamilan tidak baik 23 (65,7 %) mengalami kejadian stunting p.value = 0,000. Bidan diharapkan memberikan edukasi kepada ibu mengenai pentingnya mengatur pola makan selama kehamilan sehingga gizi ibu baik dan anak yang di lahirkan tumbuh kembangnya sempurna sehingga tidak mengalami stunting.
U-Pb monazite and zircon ages of a granite xenolith and its host alkaline basalt from the Byala Reka Dome
Authors: Marchev Peter , Raycheva Raya , Peytcheva Irena
Published: July 2024

The Oligocene Krumovgrad alkaline basalts and lamprophyre (KABL) intruded into the Kesebir-Kardamos and Byala Reka metamorphic domes carry various mantle and crustal xenoliths. This study presents the results from petrological and geochronological investigations of one granitic xenolith entrained in an alkaline (camptonite) dyke intruded into the Byala Reka dome, close to the village of Gorni Yurutsi (SE Bulgaria). The studied xenolith is granite formed at an estimated depth of 6–9 km. During the transport to the surface, it records some host-melt interaction with the penetrating melt, reflected mainly in the reaction with the biotite. In situ U/Pb dating of four zircons and one monazite from the xenolith yield different and slightly discordant to nearly concordant ages. One zircon reveals Ediacaran (606±19 Ma) 206Pb/238U age of the core and Permian (277±16 Ma) of the rim (all error uncertainties are 2σ). Two zircons at three analytical points overlap in their error uncertainties at 198±10 Ma and 207±8 Ma, and one zircon rim yields a concordant Jurassic age of 157±10 Ma. The age of this zircon should reflect the age of the crystallization of the granitic xenolith, whereas the older zircons are inherited and are typical for the metamorphic and magmatic rocks in the Rhodope Massif. The monazite crystal yields two almost concordant Chattian ages of 28.8±1.3 Ma and 27.6±1.8 Ma. They coincide with previous K/Ar dating of the alkaline basalts, thus confirming their Oligocene (Chattian) age.