bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
EFFECTIVENESS OF NEUROBIC EXERCISE WITH PROPRIOCEPTIVE NEUROMUSCULAR TRAINING ON BALANCE, SPORTS PERFORMANCE AND STRESS IN FEMALE COLLEGE ATHLETES
Authors: T.Bharaneedharan  , R. Rajalakshmi
Published: November 2024

Background : Stress is an emotional state present in a person which is influenced by various factors. Female athletes are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression twice the rate of male athletes. Stress may affect the balance and sports performance in young female athletes.
Objective: To find out the significance of neurobic exercise with proprioceptive neuromuscular training on improving the balance and sports performance by decreasing the stress in young female college athletes.
Methods: Experimental study, 30 subjects were randomly allocated into two groups. Group A received Neurobic exercise with Proprioceptive neuromuscular training and Group B received Proprioceptive neuromuscular training alone for six weeks. Both groups were assessed by using outcome measures like Perceived stress scale (PSS), Star excursion balance test (SEBT) and 30- meter sprint test.
Result: Data analysis was done by using paired and unpaired ‘t’ test for within the group and between the group respectively. Statistical analysis done with unpaired ‘t’ test for between the group analysis shown significant improvement in Group A (P<0.001). The result of the study shows that Group A Neurobic exercise with neuromuscular training has more impact in reducing stress and improving balance and sports performance than Group B among young female college athletes.
Conclusion: The study concluded that Neurobic exercises with Proprioceptive neuromuscular training (GROUP A) shows more significant effect on balance, sports performance and stress in young female college athletes after 6 weeks of intervention compared with control group (GROUP B).
BARRIERS, KNOWLEDGE AND FACILITATORS OF EVIDENCE BASED PHYSIOTHERAPY PRACTICE IN INDIA.
Authors: D. Atchaya  , Shalnam Shahali
Published: November 2024

Background: Evidence based practice is a method to improve patient outcome by replacing the outdated practice with scientifically validated methods. Barriers, knowledge and facilitator influence evidence-based physiotherapy practice worldwide.
Objective: This study was to explore the barriers, knowledge and facilitator of Evidence Based Practice (EBP) among physiotherapist in India
Methods: A survey was conducted using a structured questionnaire among 50 physiotherapists, 42 responses were collected.
Result: Respondents concurred that EBP is essential for practice, and it is helpful in both decision making and improving patient care. The most common barriers were time and workload constraints, lack of desire, financial incentives, weakness in English, difficulty in access to search engines, Inability to apply evidence. The facilitator includes targeting funding, access to remote, supportive staff and leadership committed to innovation and skills in EBP. The knowledge is limited to a few key terms.
Conclusion: Physiotherapists in India have a positive attitude towards EBP, and it is necessary to move towards minimizing the existing barriers at the individual level by adopting effective multilateral policies. Attention is needed to improve EBP knowledge.
Implication: EBP is the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values. It provides open and thoughtful clinical decision making about physiotherapy management of patients.
TEST-RETEST RELIABILITY OF THE ST. GEORGE’S RESPIRATORY QUESTIONNAIRE IN CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD) PATIENTS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW.
Authors: Priyanka Rani  , Dr. Aqsa Mujaddadi
Published: November 2024

Background: The St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) is an established tool for assessing health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). However, the reliability of this tool, particularly its test-retest reliability across different populations, has shown varying results.
Objective: This systematic review aims to evaluate the test-retest reliability of the SGRQ across different studies involving COPD patients and analyzing its consistency in different settings and patient groups.
Methods: A comprehensive search of electronic databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus, adhering to PRISMA guidelines, identified 8 eligible studies involving 534 COPD patients across various countries and healthcare settings. Data were extracted on study design, patient demographics, disease severity (GOLD stages I-IV), and SGRQ administration. Test-retest reliability was evaluated using intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) and statistical significance was assessed using p-values.
Results: The SGRQ showed moderate to strong test-retest reliability across studies, with ICC values ranging from 0.54 to 0.98, indicating stability over time. Most studies reported reliability across all GOLD stages of COPD, from stable to acute exacerbations. COSMIN quality assessments showed excellent stability in some studies, though inconsistencies were found, particularly in the symptom subscales.
Conclusion: The SGRQ demonstrates strong test-retest reliability for assessing HRQoL in COPD patients. However, variability in the symptom subscale suggests further research is needed across diverse populations and healthcare settings.
EFFECTIVENESS OF SENSORY-TARGETED ANKLE REHABILITATION STRATEGIES VERSUS PROPRIOCEPTIVE TRAINING IN IMPROVING ANKLE FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE AMONG ADULTS WITH CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY. A QUICK REVIEW.
Authors: Sonita Ashvni Raj AP Raj Kumar  , Professor Dr. Yu Chye Wah
Published: November 2024

Background: Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is a prevalent condition often resulting from recurrent sprains, negatively impacting daily activities and quality of life. Traditional proprioceptive training enhances motor control, while sensory-targeted ankle rehabilitation strategies (STARS) emphasize sensory feedback for recovery.
Objective: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of STARS and proprioceptive training in improving functional performance, balance, and overall ankle function in adults with CAI.
Methods: Participants diagnosed with CAI, based on scores of 27 or lower on the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT), were recruited for this randomized controlled trial. Individuals with recent ankle injuries, prior surgeries, or conditions affecting motor skills were excluded. Participants were randomly assigned to either the STARS group or the proprioceptive training group. Measurements of balance, mobility, and functional performance were assessed using the Star Excursion Balance Test, the Functional Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM), and various hop tests.
Results: Data analysis will evaluate significant differences in ankle functional performance, balance, and range of motion between the two groups, highlighting the relative effectiveness of STARS compared to traditional proprioceptive training.
Conclusion: This study aims to provide insights into the efficacy of STARS versus proprioceptive training, informing clinical practices regarding optimal rehabilitation strategies for individuals with CAI.
Implications: Findings from this research may enhance rehabilitation protocols, aiding individuals with CAI in regaining stability and functional capacity more effectively.
CLINICAL RECOGNITION AND DIAGNOSTIC ACCURACY IN STROKE IDENTIFICATION: A META-ANALYSIS STUDY
Authors: Aarthi Durga
Published: November 2024

Background: Stroke is defined as a focal neurological deficit of sudden onset, typically resulting from cerebrovascular damage. It is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, affecting approximately 15 million individuals annually. Survivors often endure significant disabilities, cognitive impairments, and emotional distress. Early intervention is critical, as accurate diagnosis can enable targeted treatment, improving survival rates and reducing long-term disabilities.
Objective: This study aims to evaluate the clinical recognition and diagnostic tests used for stroke diagnosis, assessing their accuracy, effectiveness, and the factors influencing stroke identification.
Methods: A systematic search of articles was conducted across several databases, including Biomed Central, Google Scholar, PubMed, Cochrane Library, American Physical Therapy Association, and PEDRO, focusing on studies published from 2000 to 2023. Keywords such as "stroke prevalence," "transient ischemic attack," and "myocardial infarction" were used to identify relevant literature. Study selection adhered to PRISMA guidelines, resulting in a total of 30 review articles that discussed clinical recognition, diagnostic accuracy, and outcome measures related to stroke identification. Data extraction included evidence-based studies, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses.
Results: The meta-analysis revealed significant differences in the clinical recognition and diagnostic accuracy for stroke identification, underscoring the importance of timely and standardized diagnostic protocols.
Conclusion: This study highlights that enhanced clinical recognition and diagnostic accuracy are crucial for the early identification of stroke, which significantly reduces long-term disabilities and improves patient outcomes. Timely implementation of standardized diagnostic protocols can lead to better patient quality of life.
Implications: The findings of this study advocate for improved clinical practices and policies to enhance stroke diagnosis and optimize patient outcomes through standardized protocols
EFFECT OF STRENGTH TRAINING ON TIME DOMAIN INDICES OF HEART RATE VARIABILITY IN CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE PATIENTS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW.
Authors: Aziza Nazneen  , Dr. Aqsa Mujaddadi
Published: November 2024

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a disease characterized by airflow limitation. Heart rate variability has been recognized as an important variable to determine morbidity and mortality. Exercise training have been shown to improve symptoms of COPD.
Objective: COPD is associated with disruption in autonomic nervous control of the heart rhythm. This systematic review aims to evaluate the effects of resistance exercises on time domain parameters of HRV in COPD individuals.
Method: Following the PRISMA guidelines, we search from inception till June 2024 PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases, using predefined search terms related to resistance training, autonomic function, and COPD. The database search yielded 5158 studies, of which four studies met the inclusion criteria, comprising a total of 129 COPD subjects. Most studies reported positive adaptations following resistance training. The interventions ranged from acute to chronic resistance training, utilizing moderate to high intensity.
Results: Risk of bias was evaluated using the ROBINS-I tool, and the quality of evidence was assessed using the GRADE framework. Most of the studies had a serious risk of bias and included a total of 129 COPD patients. The studies show that resistance exercise programs can improve heart rate variability, specifically SDNN and RMSSD
Conclusion: Despite some heterogeneity and methodological limitations, the findings suggest that resistance training may enhance time domain variables in individuals with COPD, warranting further research to confirm these effects.
Implications: Resistance training may help to reduce risks like heart failure and sudden cardiac death. Clinicians should include resistance training in COPD management, particularly for those with cardiac autonomic dysfunction and muscle weakness
NEUROBICS: A VITAL ADJUNCT TO PHYSICAL THERAPY IN IMPROVING COGNITIVE AND PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS IN A PREGNANT WOMAN WITH WERNICKE'S ENCEPHALOPATHY - A CASE REPORT.
Authors: A.S. Jebaraj fletcher  , P. Nandhini
Published: November 2024

Background: Wernicke’s Encephalopathy (WE) is a neurological disorder caused by thiamine deficiency, leading to cognitive and physical impairments like confusion, ataxia, and ophthalmoplegia. Pregnant women with WE face additional challenges due to pregnancy demands. This case report examines the use of neurobics—cognitive exercises to stimulate brain function - as an adjunct to physical therapy in enhancing cognitive and physical recovery in a pregnant woman with WE.
Objective: This report aims to demonstrate the benefits of combining neurobics with physical therapy to improve cognitive and physical outcomes in a pregnant woman with WE.
Case Presentation: A 28-year-old pregnant woman in her second trimester, diagnosed with WE, presented with confusion, ataxia, and visual disturbances. After stabilization with intravenous thiamine, a rehabilitation program combining neurobics and physical therapy was initiated. Physical therapy targeted balance, coordination, and strength, while neurobics engaged the brain with unusual sensory stimuli and non-routine tasks to enhance cognitive function.
Results: After four weeks, the patient’s cognitive function improved, with her MoCA score increasing from 4 to 17. Significant gains were seen in executive function, attention, language, visuospatial skills, and orientation, though memory remained unchanged. Ataxia symptoms also improved, with her SARA score reducing from 22 to 14.
Conclusion: The integration of neurobics with physical therapy offered a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation in this pregnant woman with WE. Neurobics enhanced cognitive recovery alongside physical rehabilitation, suggesting its potential as a valuable adjunct in managing WE.
Wissensbasierte Auswahl von Exoskeletten/Knowledge-based selection of exoskeletons
Authors: Drees Tobias , Kuhlenkötter Bernd , Weidner Robert
Published: November 2024

Die erfolgreiche Auswahl eines industriellen Exoskeletts erfordert für den Selektionsprozess eine fundierte Kenntnis über die betrachteten Arbeitsaufgaben. Dieser Beitrag beleuchtet zuerst den Status Quo bei Vorgehensweisen zur Auswahl eines Exoskelettes. Folgend wird ein Ansatz zur Überbrückung der Informationslücke zwischen der Aufnahme von Bewegungsdaten und der arbeitswissenschaftlichen Bewertung von Tätigkeiten vorgestellt, der als Start eines wissensbasierten Auswahlprozesses dient.
Remanufacturing in der E-Mobilität/Remanufacturing in e-mobility – Adaptive automated battery disassembly using large mobile robots for circular economy
Authors: Weckendrup Carolin , Kluge-Wilkes Aline , Kweider Manar , Göppert Amon , Schmitt Robert H.
Published: November 2024

Für die Wiederverwendung gebrauchter Nutzfahrzeugbatterien sind aufgrund der vielfältigen Batteriesysteme und -zustände unterschiedlichste Herausforderungen im Remanufacturingprozess zu überwinden. Das Konzept der adaptiven, automatisierten Demontage mittels eines mobilen Großroboters für die größer dimensionierten Lkw-Batterien erweist sich als vielversprechender Ansatz, dessen Eignung anhand des Demontageschrittes der Modulentnahme in diesem Beitrag verdeutlicht wird.
Qualitative in-situ-Stromflussmessung der Schweißzone/Qualitative in-situ current flow measurement of the weld zone
Authors: Reichenstein Tobias , Scheck Albert , Franke Jörg , Meiners Moritz
Published: November 2024

Das Kondensatorentladungsschweißen ist ein Widerstandsschweißverfahren, das sich durch kurze Prozesszeiten und gutes Automatisierungspotenzial auszeichnet. Bisher erfasste Kenngrößen der Prozessüberwachung ermöglichen keine signifikanten Aussagen zur Gleichmäßigkeit der Verbindungsqualität. Dieser Beitrag stellt ein qualitatives in-situ-Stromflussmesssystem vor, welches das bisherige Prozessmonitoring ergänzt, den Aufbau von neuem Prozesswissen ermöglicht und durch das verbesserte Prozessverständnis neue Anwendungsfelder für das KE-Schweißen erlaubt.
Interaktives ML zur Adaption von KI-Systemen/Interactive ML for the adaptation of AI systems
Authors: Köhler Martina , Jauch Christian , Karelina Dascha
Published: November 2024

Flexible Produktionsprozesse und das Beherrschen von Variantenvielfalt werden für Unternehmen immer wichtiger. Künstliche Intelligenz unterstützt Unternehmen, um trotz dieser Anforderungen effizient zu agieren. Allerdings sind der Datenbedarf und die Intransparenz eine Hemmschwelle für den Einsatz von KI. Hierfür kann interaktives Maschinelles Lernen eine Lösung sein. Die Einbindung von Domänenexperten in das Training ermöglicht es, die Akzeptanz des Systems zu verbessern, während der Einsatz von Active Learning den Datenbedarf senkt. Montage und Qualitätssicherung sind nur zwei Einsatzbereiche.
Steuerungsbedarfe im operativen Betrieb von Matrixproduktionssystemen/Control requirements in the operation of matrix production systems
Authors: Nordwig Kristina , Kärcher Susann , Bauernhansl Thomas
Published: November 2024

Matrixproduktionssysteme vereinen die Vorteile einer hohen Flexibilität und Produktivität, haben aber häufig eine höhere Komplexität in der Steuerung. Der Mensch übernimmt in Matrixproduktionssystemen oft kurzfristige Entscheidungsaufgaben, etwa bei Änderungen, Störungen oder Planungslücken. In diesem Beitrag werden bereits bestehende Ansätze in diesem Kontext diskutiert und Steuerungsbedarfe für den operativen Betrieb von Matrix- produktionssystemen abgeleitet sowie erste Handlungsfelder für eine neue Funktion zur Steuerung definiert.
Internal Control Analysis of Asset Management System at Hospital of Tanjungpura University
Authors: Nor Sahar Rutin , Indah Djunita Permata , Heniwati Elok
Published: November 2024

This research aims to analyze internal control in the asset management system at Hospital of Tanjungpura University. With a focus on environmental control, risk assessment, activity control, information and communication as well as monitoring in hospitals. This research method involves direct interviews with hospital staff to understand existing internal control practices. The results of this research show that the hospital has implemented environmental control well, but is still hampered by the manual recording system on medical devices. Monitoring of the management of medical devices has been carried out well through monthly cross checks and periodic evaluations. The recommendations given aim to increase efficiency by implementing a computerized asset recording system, strengthening internal controls related to inventory procurement documents, and improving communication between employees. With these improvement steps, it is hoped that hospitals can improve the quality of service and effectiveness of medical equipment management.
Cassytha (Lauraceae) in Africa and the description of a new species from Gabon
Authors: Wieringa J.J. , Simons E.L.A.N.
Published: November 2024

Cassytha is a (hemi)parasitic genus of Lauraceae with its main diversity in Australia. To characterise a new species from Gabon, we studied and revised the African species of this genus. Previously 3 or 4 taxa were recognised to occur in Africa, in this study we recognise 5 species; next to our new species we resurrect Cassytha schliebenii to species level. The new species, Cassytha graminicola, is parasitising on monocotyledons, especially grasses, and is likely the first recorded annual among the Lauraceae. Cassytha paradoxae from the New World also seems to use monocotyledons as host, and should be recognised as a valid species.
Mythological Beasts in Armorial Bearings: Russia vs Britain
Authors:   A.N. Kosygin Russian State University, Institute of Slavic Culture, Sklizkova Ekaterina V.
Published: November 2024

In our days long text is losing ground and being replaced by a form that is easier to comprehend. These are so-called creolized texts, where a significant part is occupied by the visual component. Heraldry can be viewed as such variety of texts. As a rule, the description of the coat of arms includes its drawing and verbal description. One of the most impressing and complicated in interpretation aspects of coats of arms are non-heraldic armorial figures, especially mysterious beasts. The zoonymic semiotics is an echo of ancient universal beliefs. Heraldry is full of animals’ signs with a quite conventional drawing. Animals of various species appear as almost all elements of the coat of arms, namely, armorial figures, crests, supporters, badges in English heraldry. The range of animals is not related to their actual habitat. Beasts’ images, especially mythological monsters, give opportunity to touch very ancient views, analyze and compare cultural interpretation of the world. This aspect is quite significant but not very frequent. Still in Russian and British armorial bearings there is mostly the same list of characters and their pragmatics, although the echo of Eastern concepts is much more prominent in Russian tradition. Russia organically takes an intermediate position in the sphere of monsters. As the kernel the state armorial bearings of Russia and Britain have the double-headed eagle, lion and unicorn.
Arctic Museums: Preserving the Arkhangelsk Region Cultural Heritage
Authors:   N. Laverov Federal Center for Integrated Arctic Research of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Permilovskaya Anna B. , Usov Aleksei A. ,   N. Laverov Federal Center for Integrated Arctic Research of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: November 2024

The paper’s subject is the experience of Arctic museums in the Arkhangelsk region as sites for preservation, popularization and revalorization of the Russian North and Arctic cultural heritage. The purpose is to analyze existing museum-themed exhibitions, thanks to which museums in Arkhangelsk and the region carry out their activities. Particular attention is paid to the “Malye Korely” museum-reserve of wooden architecture and folk art, which is included in the list of highly valuable objects of cultural and national heritage of the Russian Federation. The museum, using the example of the Mezen sector, provides an exposition of not only the northern Russian, but also the Arctic part of the region’s territory. The authors conclude that the Arctic museums of the Arkhangelsk region and the city of Arkhangelsk demonstrate various ways of creating and implementing Arctic museums in a modern socio-cultural environment, being an example of both traditional methods of museumification and the active use of modern multimedia technologies in terms of preservation and actualization of traditional culture in the Russian North and in the Arctic.
Crisis of Sociocultural Identity as a Cause of Intrapersonal Conflict
Authors:   Southwest State University, Ananyeva Natalia N.
Published: November 2024

The paper interprets phenomenon of identity as a process of conscious and unconscious acceptance and understanding by a person of oneself, one’s own characteristics, beliefs, values, role in society, as well as recognition of one’s belonging to a particular community on ethnic, national, religious, gender grounds. Sociocultural identity comes as a result of personality development, formation of completeness and integrity of one’s image, it has a temporary characteristic, changes and develops during a person’s life under the influence of experience, education, cultural context and other factors. In general, identity acts as a mechanism for the formation of a sense of identity of the individual to oneself in the course of analysis and assessment of the image of ‘I’. The process can be caused by both external socio-cultural factors, such as migration, cultural assimilation, changes in social and cultural values and traditions, and internal factors, generated by immaturity, infantilism, insufficient integrity of the personality, its internal contradictions, conflicts, doubts. The intrapersonal conflict that arises in this case can be expressed in the form of various symptoms and emotional states: depression, anxiety, sense of loss, psychological tension, internal contradictions and doubts that a person experiences in relation to one’s own personality, one’s values, worldview or life path. Identity deformations are one of the main reasons giving rise to intrapersonal conflict, as a special state characterized by the presence of polar positions in a person, indicating a struggle of motives, meanings, values in relation to understanding and accepting one’s own image of the ‘I’.
Pelatihan Desain Canva: Strategi Visual Efektif Bagi Umkm, Setiabudi, Jakarta Selatan
Authors: Dewi Gita Kartika  , Annisa Retno Utami  , Evelyn Hanaseta
Published: November 2024

Persaingan pasar digital menuntut UMKM untuk membuat konten visual yang menarik dan profesional. Namun, banyak UMKM yang menghadapi keterbatasan dalam menghasilkan konten promosi yang efektif. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini meningkatkan kemampuan promosi digital pada UMKM dalam bentuk konten visual dengan mengoptimalkan pada aplikasi Canva. Pelatihan ini mengajarkan keterampilan dasar desain menggunakan Canva, sebuah platform desain yang mudah diakses, sehingga peserta dapat membuat materi promosi, seperti poster dan konten media sosial, tanpa memerlukan keahlian teknis yang rumit. Metodologi yang digunakan dengan pemaparan materi, workshop membuat konten visual dan penugasan mandiri yang diberikan kepada peserta untuk menghasilkan desain visual dari Canva. Pelatihan ini diberikan kepada 38 peserta UMKM yang merupakan binaan dari PPKUKM Jakarta Selatan, yang terdaftar di Kecamatan Setiabudi Jakarta Selatan. Hasil pelatihan menunjukkan adanya kemampuan peserta dalam menghasilkan konten visual secara mandiri, dalam bentuk poster, logo, kartu nama, brosur, banner, flayer yang yang dibuat menarik dan digunakan sebagai media promosi digital. Pelatihan ini berhasil membantu UMKM dalam menghadapi tantangan promosi digital dan diharapkan dapat mendukung pertumbuhan bisnis mereka melalui strategi visual yang efektif
First records of moss-feeding aphids (Hemiptera: Sternorrhyncha: Aphididae) from Hungary
Authors: Zanfelici Luiz Fernando Gonçalves , Varga János , Szűcs Péter , Murányi Dávid
Published: November 2024

Four species of moss-feeding aphids were captured by Berlese samples collected in Heves county, NE Hungary. These data are establishing the first Hungarian records of moss-dwelling aphids, all the four species and three genera are reported from the country for the first time. Muscaphis (Aspidaphium) eschirichi (Börner, 1939) was yielded from a colony of Palustriella commutata (Hedw.) Ochyra collected from rock in a karst spring outlet, Muscaphis (Muscaphis) musci Börner, 1933 was yielded from colonies of Hypnum cupressiforme Hedw. collected from bark of Quercus pubescens Wild. in an open karst forest, Pseudacaudella rubida (Börner, 1939) was yielded from both of the above mosses, while a Myzodium sp. was yielded from a colony of Hypnum cupressiforme mixed with a single stem of Brachythecium salebrosum (Hoffm. ex F.Weber & D.Mohr) Schimp., collected from bark of dead trunk of Quercus cerris L. in a mixed deciduous forest. All moss species are new host records for the corresponding species. Myzodium sp. explain some distinctive characters different from the only European species of its genus and probably belong to an undescribed species, but we are avoiding of describing it on the basis of the single adult captured. Distinctive morphological and biological characteristics of the Hungarian specimens of the four aphid species are discussed and illustrated. A list of the accompanying taxa yielded from the Berlese samples are listed in a table.
Factors Influencing the Implementation of the Hospital Management Information System on the Quality of Service
Authors: Zebua Markus Sastra Eli , Amirah Asriwati , Harahap Juliandi
Published: November 2024

An information system serves as a formal mechanism that supplies management with precise and timely data essential for decision-making, facilitating successful planning, oversight, and operational functions. This research employs a quantitative methodology with a cross-sectional design. The research population comprises employees utilizing computer systems in units linked to SIiMRS, with a sample size of 125 individuals. This research indicates that human resources significantly influence the implementation of SIMRS on service quality at RSU Bethesda Gunungsitoli, with a p-value of 0.000, which is less than 0.05. The hardware significantly influences the implementation of SIMRS on service quality at RSU Bethesda Gunungsitoli, evidenced by a p-value of 0.001, which is less than 0.05. The implementation of software in SIMRS affects the quality of service at RSU Bethesda Gunungsitoli, evidenced by a p-value of 0.014, which is less than 0.05. Data management significantly influences the implementation of SIMRS on service quality at RSU Bethesda Gunungsitoli, evidenced by a p-value of 0.035, which is less than 0.05. The LAN conditions significantly influence the implementation of SIMRS on the quality of service at RSU Bethesda Gunungsitoli, evidenced by a p-value of 0.023, which is less than 0.05. The findings of the multivariate analysis indicated that human resource factors exerted the most significant impact on service quality at RSU Bethesda Gunungsitoli. The continuity variable is indicated as 7.807, signifying that respondents with proficient human resources possess a 7.807 likelihood of enhancing the quality of service at RSU Bethesda Gunungsitoli.
Economic and Socio-Demographic Factors that affect Takaful Demand in Malaysia
Authors: Nordin Zahirah , Syed Mohamad Sharifah Fairuz , Raza Rizvi Syed Aun
Published: November 2024

The takaful sector in the Malaysian context has flourished although still young compared to its conventional insurance counterpart. However, the penetration rate and demand of this industry is still at lower rates set by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). This paper intends to find out the factors influencing the demand in takaful industry in Malaysia. It is done by investigating the economic factors (income, unemployment rate, inflation rate) and socio factors (life expectancy, educational attainment, urban population). The data for this research were retrieved from the Department of Statistics Malaysia and World Bank website. Thus, this study employed these variables to analyze factors impacting demand of takaful in Malaysia across the period from 1991 until 2020 by using time series regression. It is found that urban population has the highest impact as it has the highest coefficient compared to other independent variables. This study also performed Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) to investigate the short and long-run relationship between independent and dependent variable. The findings revealed that there is a relationship between life expectancy with takaful demand both in short-run and long-run. In contrast, there are long-run effects on demand of takaful for educational attainment, income, unemployment rate and urban population but not in the short-run. While no relationship is found with respect to inflation rate. Thus, it is hoped that the findings from this study will give impact and contribution towards the existing body of knowledge.
D’ROOM Designer Professional Solution: Utilizing Digital Applications to Navigate the Gig Economy for Financial Well-being
Authors: Abu Bakar Amina Syarfina , Che Zainal Che Nur Amalina S. , Abd Malek Safrena Noreen , Abdul Rashid Muhammad Shawal
Published: November 2024

In an era marked by the rapid evolution of the gig economy, financial well-being has become an ever- elusive goal for many independent professionals. The D’ROOM Designer Professional Solution emerges as a pioneering innovation designed to address this pressing concern. This digital application offers a transformative approach to navigating the gig economy while prioritizing financial well-being. D’ROOM Designer Professional Solution recognizes these challenges and presents a comprehensive solution. By leveraging the power of digital technology, it empowers designers and other gig workers to secure their financial future. This innovative application combines user-friendly features with a robust support system, creating a unique platform tailored to the needs of gig professionals. Key features of the D’ROOM Designer Professional Solution include: Financial Planning Tools: The application offers a suite of financial planning tools, enabling users to set financial goals, create budgets, and track income and expenses. It provides insights and recommendations to optimize earnings. Client Management: Simplifies client relationship management by offering a centralized platform for communication, project tracking, and invoicing. This streamlines business operations, enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction. Resource Hub: The application provides access to a curated resource hub, offering educational content, industry insights, and skill development opportunities. This empowers gig workers to continuously enhance their skills and stay competitive. well-being and Privacy: Prioritizes data well-being and privacy, ensuring that sensitive financial and client information remains confidential and protected. Community Support: Users can connect with a vibrant community of fellow gig professionals, sharing experiences, advice, and best practices. The D’ROOM Designer Professional Solution aims to revolutionize the gig economy by fostering financial well-being and professional growth. By providing gig workers with the tools and resources they need to thrive, it empowers them to navigate the gig economy with confidence. This innovation not only improves the financial well-being of independent professionals but also strengthens the overall resilience of the gig economy itself. As we move forward in this ever-changing work landscape, D’ROOM Designer Professional Solution stands as a beacon of innovation, offering a brighter and more secure future for gig workers in the digital age.
Factors that Influence Students’ Perception towards Customer Satisfaction on Delivery Service
Authors: Mat Daud Nurul Izyan , Nik Mohd Munir Nik Madeeha , Zainol Noor Raihani , Ang Chia Sin  , Zoolkiflie Asyuhada , Abdullah Nur Izzah Afifah , Aznan Siti Najihah , Viswanathan Kodakkal Kannan
Published: November 2024

Courier business have seen a significant transformation with the advent of digital platforms that offer convenience, faster and efficient to deliver online purchases to customers. Therefore, customer satisfaction directly correlates with the sustainability of delivery services. This study is carried out to analyse the association between delivery services features (delivery efficiency, parcel tracking, smooth delivery, and convenience) and customer satisfaction among students of Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) in Pengkalan Chepa. Non-probability convenience sampling was used in this study and the questionnaires were distributed by Google Forms. The study received a response from 376 respondents from students of UMK. Collected data was analysed using SPSS. The study is implemented descriptive analysis and multiple linear regression to analyze the data. Result showed that all independent variables of delivery services (delivery services, parcel tracking, smooth delivery, and convenience) are significantly affect customer satisfaction. Results also revealed that the most significance factor that affect the customer satisfaction on delivery services is parcel tracking. Therefore, these findings will enhance the quality and sustainability of courier services. It also offers guidelines to industries, policymakers and stakeholders.
“I don’t speak correctly”
Authors: Urbaniak Ewa
Published: November 2024

The aim of this paper is to describe the linguistic attitudes of Galician speakers in Costa da Morte towards their own variation of the language. Although Costa da Morte is a region where people predominantly use Galician, rather than Spanish, in their everyday lives, they often have a negative attitude towards the non-standardised version of Galician they speak. This article examines the sociocultural context of the Galician language and explores how attitudes are influenced not by another dominant language system, but by the emergence of a prestigious standard version of the language.
English as a lingua franca discourse in European Union higher education and research policy
Authors: Junnier Frances
Published: November 2024

The use of English as lingua franca in mainland Europe’s higher education and research sectors has rapidly expanded over the past several decades. Despite these expansions, critics claim that there is a conspicuous absence of European Union (EU) language policy concerned with the use of English as a “contact” language in education and research contexts. This study attempts to assess these claims by conducting a comparative analysis of English as a lingua franca discourse in the policy declarations and communications of two EU actors with remits for higher education and research – the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and the European Research Area (ERA). Using methods that draw on critical discourse analysis and corpus linguistics, I compiled specialised corpora consisting of the policy documents published by the EHEA and the ERA over the past twenty years. I then used the corpus analysis tool Sketch Engine and a reference corpus of general EU discourse to assess how often and in what ways language policy was considered. The analysis reveals intra-institutional conflicts in how language is conceptualised between policy actors and across policy portfolios in the EU. The findings also confirm the absence of explicit discourse on the use of English in academic and research contexts over the institutional lifetimes of two actors with remits for these sectors. The study highlights the persistence of a “top-down/bottom-up” conceptual gap at the heart of EU language policymaking regarding English as a lingua franca in European higher education and research.
Human-made sounds in informal learning spaces on a university campus
Authors: Zhang Jia , Ding Ding , Chen Jiachao , Liu Chunlu , Luther Mark , Zhao Jilong , Liu Changan
Published: November 2024

The university property management department has been facing a challenge with the strategic management of campus spaces due to the need for informal learning spaces (ILSs) to facilitate students’ independent studies. However, there’s limited research on how these ILSs perform, particularly concerning human-made sounds. This study delves into the impact of human-made sounds on students, considering their individual differences and positive experiences in various types of ILSs within an Australian university campus. The investigation includes open-ended questions to delve deeper into students’ positive experiences with human-made sounds across different ILSs. The research findings demonstrate that the impact of human-made sounds on students is influenced by certain individual characteristics. Additionally, the study identifies three types of positive experiences regarding human-made sounds in ILSs for students: a sense of relaxation induced by human-made sounds, the sound-masking effect, and increased motivation for learning. This study could assist university property managers in understanding students’ perceptions of human-made sounds and aid in strategic management of campus space that aligns with students’ needs and preferences for ILSs, improving the overall learning environment and support student success.
Assessing of monthly surface water changes impact on thermal human discomfort in Baghdad
Authors: Abd Al Rukabie Jamal S. , Mahmood Dalia A. , Al-Jiboori Monim H. , Srayyih Mustafa S.
Published: November 2024

In urban areas, surface water bodies play an important role in mitigating thermal discomfort, which is mainly caused by increasing air temperatures. Based on daily temperature and relative humidity data recorded by the Baghdad weather station for the two years 2018 and 2021, the monthly human discomfort index was calculated and then combined with monthly surface water areas extracted by a modified normalized difference water index using Sentinel-2A satellite imagery for the same period. The results show that the winter and most spring months of these years have no discomfort, and the summer months (July and August) in 2021 have the highest discomfort with severe thermal stress due to the large deficit in rainfall events. The monthly relationship between urban water surfaces and the level of the discomfort index was also studied, which was non-linear and followed the exponential decay function. This means that as the amount of surface water increased, the levels of the discomfort index decreased exponentially until no discomfort conditions existed.
Analysis of the Full Spitzer Microlensing Sample. I. Dark Remnant Candidates and Gaia Predictions
Authors: Rybicki Krzysztof A. , Shvartzvald Yossi , Yee Jennifer C. , Calchi Novati Sebastiano , Ofek Eran O. , Bond Ian A. , Beichman Charles , Bryden Geoff , Carey Sean , Henderson Calen , Zhu Wei , Fausnaugh Michael M. , Wibking Benjamin ,   The Spitzer Team, Udalski Andrzej , Poleski Radek , Mróz Przemek , Szymański Michał K. , Soszyński Igor , Pietrukowicz Paweł , Kozłowski Szymon , Skowron Jan , Ulaczyk Krzysztof , Iwanek Patryk , Wrona Marcin ,   The OGLE Collaboration, Ryu Yoon-Hyun , Albrow Michael D. , Chung Sun-Ju , Gould Andrew , Han Cheongho , Hwang Kyu-Ha , Jung Youn Kil , Shin In-Gu , Yang Hongjing , Zang Weicheng , Cha Sang-Mok , Kim Dong-Jin , Kim Hyoun-Woo , Kim Seung-Lee , Lee Chung-Uk , Lee Dong-Joo , Lee Yongseok , Park Byeong-Gon , Pogge Richard W. ,   The KMTNet Collaboration, Abe Fumio , Barry Richard , Bennett David P. , Bhattacharya Aparna , Fukui Akihiko , Hamada Ryusei , Hamada Shunya , Hamasaki Naoto , Hirao Yuki , Ishitani Silva Stela , Itow Yoshitaka , Kirikawa Rintaro , Koshimoto Naoki , Matsubara Yutaka , Miyazaki Shota , Muraki Yasushi , Nagai Tutumi , Nunota Kansuke , Olmschenk Greg , Ranc Clement , Rattenbury Nicholas J. , Satoh Yuki K. , Sumi Takahiro , Suzuki Daisuke , Tristram Paul. J. , Vandorou Aikaterini , Yama Hibiki ,   MOA collaboration, Wyrzykowski Łukasz , Howil Kornel , Kruszyńska Katarzyna
Published: November 2024

In the pursuit of understanding the population of stellar remnants within the Milky Way, we analyze the sample of ∼950 microlensing events observed by the Spitzer Space Telescope between 2014 and 2019. In this study we focus on a subsample of nine microlensing events, selected based on their long timescales, small microlensing parallaxes, and joint observations by the Gaia mission, to increase the probability that the chosen lenses are massive and the mass is measurable. Among the selected events we identify lensing black holes and neutron star candidates, with potential confirmation through forthcoming release of the Gaia time-series astrometry in 2026. Utilizing Bayesian analysis and Galactic models, along with the Gaia Data Release 3 proper-motion data, four good candidates for dark remnants were identified: OGLE-2016-BLG-0293, OGLE-2018-BLG-0483, OGLE-2018-BLG-0662, and OGLE-2015-BLG-0149, with lens masses of

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, respectively. Notably, the first two candidates are expected to exhibit astrometric microlensing signals detectable by Gaia, offering the prospect of validating the lens masses. The methodologies developed in this work will be applied to the full Spitzer microlensing sample, populating and analyzing the timescale (t
E) versus parallax (π
E) diagram to derive constraints on the population of lenses in general and massive remnants in particular.
The SDSS-V Black Hole Mapper Reverberation Mapping Project: A Kinematically Variable Broad-line Region and Consequences for the Masses of Luminous Quasars
Authors: Fries Logan B. , Trump Jonathan R. , Horne Keith , Davis Megan C. , Grier Catherine J. , Shen Yue , Anderson Scott F. , Dwelly Tom , Homayouni Y. , Morrison Sean , Runnoe Jessie C. , Trakhtenbrot Benny , Assef Roberto J. , Bizyaev Dmitry , Brandt W. N. , Breiding Peter , Brownstein Joel , Chakraborty Priyanka , Hall P. B. , Koekemoer Anton M. , Ibarra-Medel Héctor J. , Martínez-Aldama Mary Loli , Negrete C. Alenka , Pan Kaike , Ricci Claudio , Schneider Donald P. , Sharp Hugh W. , Smith Theodore B. , Stone Zachary , Temple Matthew J.
Published: November 2024

We present a velocity-resolved reverberation mapping analysis of the hypervariable quasar RM160 (SDSS J141041.25+531849.0) at z = 0.359 with 153 spectroscopic epochs of data representing a 10 yr baseline (2013–2023). We split the baseline into two regimes based on the 3× flux increase in the light curve: a “low state” phase during the years 2013–2019 and a “high state” phase during the years 2022–2023. The velocity-resolved lag profiles (VRLPs) indicate that gas with different kinematics dominates the line emission in different states. The Hβ VRLP begins with a signature of inflow onto the broad-line region (BLR) in the low state, while in the high state it is flatter with less signature of inflow. The Hα VRLP begins consistent with a virialized BLR in the low state, while in the high state shows a signature of inflow. The differences in the kinematics between the Balmer lines and between the low state and the high state suggests complex BLR dynamics. We find that the BLR radius and velocity (both FWHM and σ) do not obey a constant virial product throughout the monitoring period. We find that the BLR lags and continuum luminosity are correlated, consistent with rapid response of the BLR gas to the illuminating continuum. The BLR kinematic profile changes in unpredictable ways that are not related to continuum changes and reverberation lag. Our observations indicate that nonvirial kinematics can significantly contribute to observed line profiles, suggesting caution for black hole mass estimation in luminous and highly varying quasars like RM160.
A Merger-driven Scenario for Clumpy Galaxy Formation in the Epoch of Reionization: Physical Properties of Clumps in the FirstLight Simulation
Authors: Nakazato Yurina , Ceverino Daniel , Yoshida Naoki
Published: November 2024

Recent JWST observations with superb angular resolution have revealed the existence of clumpy galaxies at high redshift through the detection of rest-frame optical emission lines. We use the FirstLight simulation to study the properties of (sub)galactic clumps that are bright in the [O III] λ5007 line with flux greater than ∼10−18 erg s−1 cm−2, to be detected by JWST. For 62 simulated galaxies that have stellar masses of (0.5–6) × 1010
M
⊙ at z = 5, we find clumps in 1828 snapshots in the redshift range z = 9.5–5.5. The clumps are identified by the surface density of the star formation rate (SFR). About one-tenth of the snapshots show the existence of clumpy systems with two or more components. Most of the clumps are formed by mergers and can be characterized by their ages: central clumps dominated by stellar populations older than 50 Myr, and off-centered clumps dominated by younger stellar populations with specific SFRs of ∼50 Gyr−1. The latter type of young clumps is formed from gas debris in the tidal tails of major mergers with baryonic mass ratios of 1 ≤ q < 4. The merger-induced clumps are short-lived and merge within a dynamical time of several tens of million years. The number density of the clumpy systems is estimated to be ∼10−5 cMpc−3, which is large enough to be detected in recent JWST surveys.