bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Using English Animation Videos on Students' Speaking Ability
Authors: Nabila Junita Dinda , Dev Prasad Rabindra
Published: December 2024

This research aims to collect empirical data regarding the effectiveness of using English animated videos in improving the speaking skills of eighth grade students at SMPN 9 South Tangerang. The research method used is quantitative with a quasi-experimental approach. The population of this research was class VIII students at SMPN 9 South Tangerang. A total of 60 students were selected as samples using purposive sampling techniques and divided into two groups, namely the experimental group and the control group. The instrument used was an oral test given before and after treatment. Pre-test and post-test data were analyzed using the t-test. The pre-test results showed that the average score of the experimental group was slightly higher than the control group, while the post-test results showed a significant difference, with the experimental group's score being much higher than the control group. The research results show a significance value (p) of 0.000 with a confidence level of α = 0.05, which shows that the use of English animated videos is effective in improving students' speaking skills in eighth grade at SMPN 9 South Tangerang.
Analysis of the Task of Writing English Textbooks for the 2013 Curriculum for Grade X of Senior High School Published by the Minister of Education and Culture Based on Paul Nation's Theory
Authors: Farikhah Siti Laelatul , Mahbubah Fina Saffanatul
Published: December 2024

Purpose of the study: This study aims to (1) describe writing assignments in the 2013 Curriculum *English* textbook for grade X students based on Paul Nation's theory, and (2) evaluate the suitability of the writing assignments in the book with the criteria suggested by Paul Nation. This study uses a descriptive method.
Methodology: In this research, the writer employs descriptive research. This research uses the content analysis. The method of collecting data is comparing method and analyzing document by selecting the writing tasks on the textbook entitled Bahasa Inggristextbook for the tenth grade students of senior high school that meet the criteria of writing task suggested by Paul Nation.
Main Findings: The results of the study showed that the writing tasks in English textbooks for grade X students met Paul Nation's criteria, with the distribution of Experience Task (22.22%), Shared Task (11.11%), Guided Task (59.25%), and Independent Task (7.40%). The total percentage reached 54.17%, meeting the standards proposed by Arikunto. This textbook is categorized as good and suitable for use by grade X students because it has met the recommended writing task criteria..
Novelty/Originality of this study: This study analyzes writing tasks in English textbooks of the 2013 Curriculum for senior high school students in grade X based on Paul Nation's theory, revealing the compatibility of the curriculum with current learning theories. The results provide insights to improve the effectiveness of English learning materials and assessments.
An Analysis Of Diction In Maya Angelou’s Selected Poems
Authors: Ayuni Nurfitri , Maghdalena Maghdalena , Basa Rowela
Published: December 2024

Purpose of the study: This research aimed to find out what are the types of diction used by Maya Angelou in selected poems, they are “Still I rise”, “Touched by an angel” and “Equality” based on the theory of Abrams (1999) for analyzing the types of diction. There are four types of diction according to Abrams: concrete, abstract, denotation, and connotation.
Methodology: This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with content analysis based on Abrams' theory (1999) to analyze diction in three poems by Maya Angelou: "Still I Rise," "Touched by an Angel,"* and "Equality."The procedure includes reading, identifying, classifying, and describing types of diction, such as concrete, abstract, denotation, and connotation. The main data are taken from the book “The Complete Collected Poems of Maya Angelou” (1994), with the researcher as the main instrument supported by data recording to ensure in-depth analysis.
Main Findings: This research found concrete diction, abstract diction, denotative and connotative which are presented in seventy-nine (79) data from three poems. The researcher found 9 types of concrete diction, 21 types of abstract diction, 41 (forty-one) types of connotative and 8 (eight) types of denotative. Based on the data can be concluded that Maya Angelou mostly using connotative diction in selected poems.
Novelty/Originality of this study: This research selects certain poems from Maya Angelou's work that have not been specifically analyzed in previous studies. By focusing on selected poems, this research can reveal nuances of diction that might be missed in a more general analysis.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ІМУНІТЕТУ ХВОРИХ НА СЕЧОКАМ’ЯНУ ХВОРОБУ ПІСЛЯ ПЕРЕНЕСЕНОГО COVID-19
Authors: Driianska Viktoriia , Poroshyna Tetiana , Vozianov Oleksandr , Ladniuk Rostyslav , Kalinina Natalia , Savchuk Volodymyr , Zheltovska Natalia , Sevastianova Nataliia , DuBuske Lawrence
Published: December 2024

Вступ. У пацієнтів із сечокам’яною хворобою після коронавірусної інфекції (COVID-19) можуть бути змінені параметри імунітету.
Мета роботи – оцінити стан системного імуні- тету хворих на сечокам’яну хворобу (СКХ) та осо- бливості після перенесеного Covid-19.
Матеріали і методи. Проаналізовано стан системного імунітету 40 хворих на СКХ, які одужа- ли після Covid-19, з виявленими в крові на період обстеження специфічними до SARS-Cov-2 імуно- глобулінами (Ig) (1 гр.) та 33 пацієнтів з СКХ до епідемії (2 гр.); референтну групу склали 63 здорових людей. Оцінку клітинної ланки імунітету проводили за допомогою моноклональних антитіл (МКА) до CD3, CD4, CD8, CD22, CD16 для визначення, відповідно, рівня Т-лімфоцитів (л) та їх субпопуляцій, В-л і NK-клітин. Отримані дані оброблені за допо- могою пакета програм “SPSS for Windows. Версія 11” та “MedStat” з використанням тесту Ст’юдента або критерію Вілкоксона. Достовірною вважали різницю при р<0,05.
Результати. Аналіз показників стаціонарного лікування хворих на СКХ по Україні протягом 6 ро- ків виявив достовірні зниження тривалості лікування з 2020 до 2023 року (на 20%) порівняно з 2018 р. з підвищенням летальності в 2020 та 2021 рр. порівняно з 2018, та зниження в 2022-2023 рр. до рів- ня 2018 р. (р=0,036), що корелює з високою смерт- ністю населення на початку епідемії COVID-19. У хворих на СКХ не менш ніж через 6 місяців після Covid-19 (1 гр.) констатовано достовірне підвищення відносних рівнів CD3+-л (р<0,001) і, відповідно, їх субпопуляцій – CD4+- (р<0,001) та CD8+-л (р<0,001) порівняно як з нормою, так і такими пацієнтами без цієї інфекції в анамнезі (2 гр.). Виявлено відсутність різниці абсолютних по- казників (р≥0,05), що пояснюємо більш низьким % лімфоцитів крові (р=0,049). Відносний рівень NK перевищував норму майже в 2 рази (р<0,001).
Висновки. Пацієнти з СКХ, що перехворіли на Covid-19, характеризуються більш вираженими змінами імунітету – активацією Т-клітинної ланки за даними підвищених відносних рівнів CD3+, CD4+, CD8+-л та NK на тлі лімфопенії.
Contemporary clarinet repertoire from Finland and the United States: new ways of artistic expression and a study of sociocultural differences
Authors: Abrams-Husso Lucy
Published: December 2024

This doctoral research project examined artistic and sociocultural aspects of Finnish and American contemporary music performance practice in repertoire for clarinet. The main themes that emerged from this research were notation as culture practice, shared ownership, performer agency, and performance practice as a refection of cultural values. The doctoral degree consisted of three live performances, a CD recording entitled Duel, and a dissertation, The Musical Anthropologist.
SWOT ANALYSIS OF GREEN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN HA GIANG
Authors: Hong Thuy Dao Thi , Lê Thị Anh
Published: December 2024

This study conducts a SWOT analysis of green tourism development in Ha Giang, a northern province of Vietnam, to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges in the context of current tourism development with a focus on sustainable development. The research shows that green tourism in Ha Giang has rich natural resources, cooperation between stakeholders, a unique cultural identity, a unique selling proposition and high-quality products as its strengths. However, green tourism also faces weaknesses such as inadequate infrastructure, seasonal fluctuations, limited marketing efforts and constrained budgets. In terms of opportunities, green tourism can benefit from the growing demand for eco-tourism, increasing interest in green tourism, potential public-private cooperation, diversification of tourism services and support from the government and international organizations. However, developing green tourism in Ha Giang also faces challenges such as: limited awareness, competition from other destinations, environmental challenges and insufficient government support. The study proposes several strategies to address these weaknesses and challenges, such as raising awareness through education and training, improving infrastructure and marketing, diversifying tourism services, and strengthening government support and public-private partnerships. The research uses qualitative methods by consulting secondary data sources. The findings of this study provide insight into the potential of green tourism in Ha Giang as a sustainable economic development strategy for Vietnam and other developing countries with rich natural resources and cultural heritage.
READING MATERIALS ON THE TOPIC OF FOSTERING PATRIOTISM FOR ELEMENTARY STUDENTS IN VIETNAMESE LANGUAGE SUBJECT
Authors: Tu Quyen Dr. Nguyen , Viet Hung Prof. Dr. Do
Published: December 2024

Patriotism is one of the five core qualities to be instilled in students as part of Vietnam's 2018 National Education Program. To nurture this quality, various approaches can be utilized, including leveraging the content of reading materials in the Vietnamese language curriculum. This paper identifies expressions of patriotism and analyzes the themes within readings that convey patriotic values to demonstrate how these materials contribute to fostering patriotism among elementary school students.
TRANSFORMATIVE CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT (TCM) STRATEGIES FOR ENGAGING THE HEAD, THE HEART AND THE HANDS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Catherine Ukala, Chinyere , Ginikachi Adieme, Franca
Published: December 2024

This study investigated transformative classroom management strategies for engaging the head, the heart and the hands in secondary schools in Rivers State, Nigeria. Three research questions and one hypothesis guided the study. A descriptive research design was adopted. The population comprised all the 6,893 teachers in the 286 public senior secondary schools in Rivers State. Out of these 6,893 teachers, 3,021 are males while 3,878 are females. A sample of 690 teachers (302 males and 388 females), representing 10% of the population was drawn using both the simple random sampling and proportionate stratified random sampling techniques. This was determined by the Taro Yamane Formula which gave a minimum sample size of 378 teachers. The instrument that was used for data collection was a researcher-based 30-item questionnaire entitled: “Transformative Classroom Management Strategies for Engaging the Head, the Heart and the Hands Questionnaire (TCMSHHHQ).” It was structured after the four-point modified Likert rating scale and duly validated by experts. The internal consistency of the instrument was determined using Cronbach’s Alpha. Reliability coefficients of 0.89, 0.74 and 0.81 were obtained respectively for the various sections of the instrument, which showed that the instrument was reliable. Mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions while z-test was used in testing the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed, among others, that transformative classroom is a holistic education approach to engaging the head, the heart and the hands in collaborative problemsolving exercises that inspire students to think critically. Based on the findings, it was recommended, among others, that in-service training should be regularly conducted for teachers on affective domain so as to make them pay more attention to engaging the heart in their lesson plans since learning is deeply influenced by feelings (heart), which determine whether students will be interested in a lesson or not.
Modelo didáctico MODIPEMA para el desarrollo del pensamiento matemático
Authors: Salazar Vargas Jorge Eduardo , Valderrama Moreno Juddy Amparo
Published: December 2024

Este artículo refleja los hallazgos de un proceso investigativo que buscó identificar las características que debe tener un modelo didáctico para potenciar el desarrollo del Pensamiento Matemático a través de los elementos que aporta la resolución de problemas y así fortalecer los procesos de enseñanza y aprendizaje de las matemáticas tal tener en cuenta las perspectivas de docentes y estudiantes de básica primaria rural. Así pues, este estudio se desarrolló bajo el método de comprensión holística desde la investigación proyectiva haciendo uso de las técnicas de revisión documental y la encuesta dividida en una escala de Pensamiento Matemático para estudiantes y un cuestionario para docentes. Los resultados obtenidos demostraron que la experticia que domina el docente no facilita los aprendizajes en los estudiantes, pues, las estrategias y didácticas aplicadas en el aula y fuera de ella no brindan a los estudiantes las competencias necesarias para trascender de un conocimiento memorístico a uno que sea aplicable a su contexto y pueda propagarse fuera del aula de clase. En consecuencia, se diseñó el modelo didáctico Modipema para fortalecer las estrategias didácticas aplicadas por los docentes y ayudar a los estudiantes rurales a aprender a aprender.
Diagnóstico de realidad aumentada: Una oportunidad en los espacios de aprendizaje universitario en Honduras
Authors: Padilla Sánchez Gissel Alejandra , Suazo A. Isis , Romero Ana C.
Published: December 2024

El desarrollo de las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación han potenciado la evolución de las sociedades, siendo un punto clave la transformación de los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje. Una de estas tecnologías es la realidad aumentada (RA) utilizada como material didáctico, permitiendo la interacción del entorno físico con elementos virtuales. El objetivo fue identificar el nivel de conocimiento y aplicación de las herramientas de RA en espacios de aprendizaje por parte de docentes de CEUTEC en Honduras. El enfoque fue cuantitativo, alcance exploratorio-descriptivo y un diseño no experimental-transversal. Se aplicó una encuesta digital a 126 docentes de CEUTEC de las ciudades de Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula y La Ceiba. El 44% de los docentes de la muestra no recibió cursos para gestión de la tecnología en docencia en el último año, el 56% tiene poco o ningún conocimiento acerca de RA y solo el 1% ha utilizado RA en sus clases. El mayor beneficio percibido del uso de RA es incrementar la atención estudiantil; así como la mayor limitante identificada fue la conectividad y la falta de equipo especializado. Los docentes poseen un bajo conocimiento en RA, por lo cual no la han aplicado en sus espacios de aprendizaje. En necesario que la universidad para proveer espacios especializados y capacitaciones a los docentes y de parte de estos, compromiso para aplicarla.
Unveiling Socioeconomic Factors Shaping Global Food Prices and Security: A Machine Learning Approach
Authors:   Sociology Department, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China, Shan Shan
Published: December 2024

Global concern over food prices and security has intensified due to armed conflicts such as the Russia–Ukraine war, the recent COVID-19 pandemic, and climate change. Traditional analysis of global food prices and their associations with socioeconomic factors has relied on static linear regression models. However, the complexity of socioeconomic factors and their implications extend beyond simple linear relationships. To address this gap, this study aimed to identify critical socioeconomic characteristics and multidimensional relationships influencing food prices and security by incorporating determinants, critical characteristic identification, and comparative model analysis. Machine learning tools were used to uncover the socioeconomic factors influencing global food prices from 2000 to 2022. Four key dimensions of food price security were identified: economic and population metrics, military spending, health spending, and environmental factors. Given the complexity of these dimensions, the support vector regression model’s efficiency rendered it most suitable for precise analyses among the models assessed. The findings revealed shifts in the food price index, particularly in relation to military expenditure, healthcare expenditure, and economic contributions. Based on these findings, the research proposes a framework centered around six thematic areas related to (1) governance; (2) health and environment; (3) environment, climate, and military spending; (4) comprehensive analytical tools; (5) collaborative efforts; and (6) resilience and sustainability. This framework enables policymakers to further expand on actionable recommendations.
The SWS Surveys of Philippine Hunger, 1998–2024
Authors:   Social Weather Stations, Quezon City, Philippines, Mangahas Mahar K. , Torres Christine Belle ,   Asian Center, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
Published: December 2024

In September 2024, the Social Weather Stations (SWS) reported that 22.9 percent of Filipino households experienced involuntary hunger—being hungry and not having anything to eat—at least once in the past three months. This paper focuses on the surveys of Philippine hunger conducted by the SWS for over two decades. The SWS is a pioneering nonstock, nonprofit, and nonpartisan research organization that regularly surveys various aspects of human well-being in the Philippines, such as hunger and poverty. The methodology of SWS’ quarterly surveys has been standard and consistent over time. All original raw datasets are archived without permanent embargo period and are open to academic researchers. From 1998, there have been 107 statistically representative national surveys of hunger among Filipino families. The paper showed the trends in hunger rates quarterly from 1998 to 2024. It also compared hunger rates among the National Capital Region, Balance Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Since SWS surveys include other topics on well-being, the paper analyzed hunger rates among the self-rated poor and nonpoor Filipino families, including those who are self-rated food poor and not food-poor.
Economic Vitality in Transit-Oriented Development: Stakeholder-Driven Framework from Malaysia
Authors: Ali Nurulhuda , Alias Anuar , Hamzah Hasniyati , Salami Monsurat Ayojimi , Muhammad Ismail , Othman Khairul Nizam
Published: December 2024

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) has emerged as a promising solution to address unprecedented global urbanisation challenges in the 21st century. As Malaysia experiences rapid urban growth with over 75% of its population residing in the cities, issues such as urban sprawl, traffic congestion, and economic inefficiencies have become increasingly prevalent. Despite TOD’s recognition as a sustainable urban planning approach, its implementation in Malaysia lacks a comprehensive economic assessment framework, particularly one that considers local contexts and stakeholders’ perspectives. This study develops a robust, context-specific framework for assessing and enhancing the economic vitality of TOD in Bandar Sunway, a rapidly developing township that exemplifies both the challenges and opportunities of implementing TOD in Malaysia. The research employs a qualitative methodology comprising two main phases: first, a systematic literature review using the PRISMA method identifies potential economic indicators and successful TOD elements globally; second, structured interviews with key stakeholders directly involved in TOD projects in Bandar Sunway, provide crucial insights into local implementation, challenges, and opportunities. The research identifies five fundamental dimensions of TOD economic assessment: land use optimisation, density management, transit facility efficiency, value capture, and broader economic attributes. These dimensions form the foundation of a comprehensive framework that enables more informed decision-making in TOD planning and implementation. Quantitative analysis revealed significant economic transformations, including a 42% increase in property values, a 27% reduction in transportation costs, a 35% improvement in commercial activity density, and an 18% increase in employment opportunities near transit corridors. Principal results demonstrate the critical importance of integrating local stakeholder perspectives in developing effective TOD assessment tools. This research contributes significantly to both theoretical understanding and practical implementation of TOD in Malaysia. The resulting framework serves as a valuable decision-support tool for policymakers, urban planners, and developers while aligning with Malaysia’s National Urban Policies and the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The study concludes that successful TOD implementation requires an integrated assessment framework that balances global practices with local economic contexts and stakeholder needs. By placing stakeholder perspectives at the center of the framework development, this research provides a novel approach to ensuring TOD’s economic vitality and long-term sustainability.
Melanoma Cutáneo Etapa clínica IIIB-D: análisis retrospectivo de pacientes tratados en el Instituto Oncológico Nacional de Panamá
Authors: Espinosa David , Achurra Marco , Moreno Patsy
Published: December 2024

Antecedentes y objetivos: El melanoma cutáneo es una enfermedad agresiva. Aproximadamente el 10% de los casos son diagnosticados con enfermedad regional, siendo el manejo estándar, la resección del primario con linfadenectomía regional con inmunoterapia adyuvante o neoadyuvante. El objetivo de este estudio es reportar los resultados oncológicos en este grupo de pacientes y establecer factores asociados a mayor recurrencia y mortalidad. Materiales y métodos: Descriptivo, no experimental, transversal y retrospectivo. Se analizaron 44 pacientes con diagnóstico Melanoma cutáneo ECIIIB-D tratados en el Instituto Oncológico Nacional durante el período de enero 2017 a diciembre 2023. Resultados: 44 pacientes fueron tratados. El 49.5% con Breslow > 4 mm y 68.2% con ulceración, el 75% presentaban ≥2 ganglios positivos. La mediana de supervivencia global fue 30 meses y la mediana de supervivencia libre de recurrencia 12 meses. Los pacientes con recurrencia tuvieron peor mediana de supervivencia global (25 meses) que los que no tuvieron recurrencia (no alcanzada) (p 0.036). Los factores de riesgo asociados a mayor recurrencia fueron Breslow 2.1-4 mm (HR 4.88, IC 1.0-23.01, p 0.046) y ≥4 ganglios positivos (HR 4.2, IC 1.17-15.2, p 0.027). La ausencia de invasión linfovascular fue factor protector de muerte (HR 0.21, IC 0.06-0.67, p 0.008). Conclusiones: en el Instituto Oncológico Nacional, la supervivencia libre de recurrencia es ligeramente más baja que en la literatura mundial, los principales factores asociados a recurrencia fueron Breslow > 2 mm y ≥4 o más ganglios positivos. Esto crea la pregunta de si agregar inmunoterapia podría mejorar estos resultados.
Características clínicas y eventos quirúrgicos en niños con enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico tratados mediante Fundoplicatura de Nissen
Authors: Serrano Fernández Paulette , Barría Rodríguez Ana Gabriela
Published: December 2024

Introducción: La Enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico presenta complicaciones que afectan la calidad de vida de los pacientes.  Objetivo: Evaluar las características clínicas y eventos quirúrgicos en niños con enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico (ERGE) tratados mediante Fundoplicatura de Nissen. Metodología: Estudio retrospectivo de niños sometidos a Fundoplicatura de Nissen del 2015 al 2020.  Resultados:14/21 niños tratados con funduplicatura Nissen fueron incluídos. La edad media fue de 3.5 (1 - 8.5). El 79% de los pacientes presentaban bajo peso severo. Todos los pacientes presentaban comorbilidades asociadas, siendo más frecuente los trastornos neurológicos. La indicación mas común de cirugía fue la neumonía por aspiración recurrente (93%), seguido por dificultad para alimentación (57%). Se realizaron 9 (64%) funduplicaturas abiertas con gastrostomía y 5 laparoscópicas (14%), 2 de ellas con gastrostomía. No hubo complicaciones intraopertaorias. Dentro de las complicaciones postoperatorias se registró 1 infección de sitio operatorio (7%) y 2 defunciones (14%). Conclusion: Nuestros resultados demuestran que los trastornos neurológicos y la pematuridad son las condiciones más comúnmente asociadas a ERGE en nuestro entorno. En los casos donde el tratamiento médico no funciona, la fundoplicatura de Nissen es el tratamiento de elección presentando baja tasa de complicaciones, principalmente cuando se ofrece un abordaje laparoscópico.
THE INFLUENCE OF REWARD AND PUNISHMENT THROUGH JOB SATISFACTION ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE
Authors: Yudit Arnoldus , Palinggi Yonathan , Agung Dwijatenaya Ida Bagus Made
Published: December 2024

This research aims to analyze; the influence of rewards on employee job satisfaction and employee performance, the influence of punishment on job satisfaction and employee performance, and analyzing the influence of job satisfaction on the performance of employees of the Kutai Barat Regency Education and Culture Service. This research was carried out at the Education and Culture Office of Kutai Barat Regency, East Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. The population of this study were all employees of the Kutai Barat Regency Education and Culture Office, totaling 59 Civil Servants (PNS) and 151 Personnel Employees with Work Agreements (TKK), so the total population was 210 people. The number of samples used was calculated using the Slovin formula with a data collection error rate of 5% totaling 147 people. Next, the number of respondents/samples was taken using a simple random sampling procedure. The analysis used is path analysis using SmartPLS. The results of this research are the influence of reward on job satisfaction, the influence of reward on employee performance, the influence of punishment on job satisfaction, the influence of punishment on employee performance, and the influence of job satisfaction on employee performance is a positive and significant influence. The recommendation that can be submitted is for the government or West Kutai Regency Education and Culture Department to always give rewards to employees by considering the suitability between the job and the employee's work abilities. Optimizing the provision of health benefits for employees. Considering employee careers in accordance with employee competencies. Likewise, the provision of punishment can be maintained and even increased and always takes into account the applicable legislation.
A STUDY OF IDEAL FINANCIAL RATIOS FOR FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF SELECTED PUBLIC LISTED ENGINEERING MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN INDIA
Authors: Shakya Kumarjay , Parab Dr. Swaty
Published: December 2024

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) serve as the backbone of any developing country contributing significantly to generate employment and exports. Among these MSMEs, manufacturing enterprises particularly in engineering sector plays an important role. This study focuses on financial performance analysis to bridge the gap between theoretical financial standards and their application in real-world scenarios which provide information for policymakers, investors and government. For the present paper financial data from 23 manufacturing engineering MSMEs over a period of ten years was used for 18 different financial ratios to understand their financial health. By systematically analyzing financial ratios the study identifies ideal financial ratio range and compares the same with the industry standards. For this purpose, KMO Bartlet’s test was used to find the financial ratios which best represents the financial health. Further the researcher used paired sample t-test to analyze the calculated ideal ratios with the industry standard which explained that they are 88% correlated and showed a significant positive correlation. Also, most of the engineering enterprises follow the industry standards with some outliers.
Melicope iolensis (Rutaceae), a new tree species from Kaua‘i, Hawaiian Islands
Authors: Wood Kenneth R. , Lorence David H. , Wagner Warren L. , Appelhans Marc S.
Published: December 2024

A newly-discovered endemic tree species of Melicope from Kaua‘i, Hawaiian Islands, is described and illustrated with notes on its distribution, ecology, conservation status and phylogenetic placement. A modification to the existing key to Hawaiian Melicope is also provided. Melicope iolensissp. nov. is a member of Stone’s Megacarpa group having carpels connate at base, capsules 4-lobed and leaves usually opposite. The new species differs from its Hawaiian congeners by its unique combination of abaxially glabrate to pilose-pubescent leaves with petioles up to 70 mm long, ramiflorous and axillary inflorescences, sepals on staminate flowers 0.3–0.5 mm long, capsules with green and purple streaking, 10–14 mm wide and seeds 3–3.5 mm long. Since its discovery in 2021, 15 individuals have been documented within a single remote windward hanging valley below the Kawaikini Summit of Kaua‘i. Melicope iolensis represents a new Critically Endangered (CR) single island endemic species in need of conservation.
Comment limiter l’impact de la mort sur la fratrie de l’enfant en fin de vie ?
Authors: Robin Fanélie , Derome Muriel
Published: December 2024

Comment limiter l’impact de la mort sur la fratrie de l’enfant en fin de vie ? – Parents, proches, soignants sont démunis devant un enfant confronté à la mort d’un autre enfant ; patient, frère ou sœur qui demande : « Pourquoi il n’a pas été guéri ? Pourquoi ça nous arrive à nous ? Qu’est–ce que j’ai fait de mal ? Pourquoi il m’a abandonné ? J’vais me tuer pour le rejoindre » ou « Je m’en fiche, ça me fait rien ! ». Nous partagerons ici plus de vingt ans d’expérience afin de proposer, non pas des conseils prédéfinis, mais des repères et des pistes de réflexion pour nous adapter au mieux à leurs besoins et trouver les mots et gestes pour les soutenir à chaque étape : annonce de maladie grave, avis d’aggra– vation, décès, accompagnement au funérarium, obsèques, retour à la maison.
Intégration des facteurs clés de succès dès la conception des business models circulaires système produit-service
Authors: Kooli-Chaabane Hanen
Published: December 2024

Cet article contribue à enrichir l’état de l’art sur les Business Models Circulaires fondés sur une offre Système Produit Service (CBM-PSSs). Il vise à étudier comment intégrer, dès la phase de conception d’un CBM-PSS, les Facteurs Clés de Succès (FCSs) potentiels et leurs interrelations, afin de rendre visible et lisible la complexité inhérente à la triple création de valeur. L’article propose de compléter le cadre de conception « Triple Layered Business Model Canvas (TLBMC) » par l’intégration de 15 FCSs identifiés par une revue systématique de la littérature. Les interrelations entre ces facteurs ont été clarifiées à l’aide de la méthode de Modélisation Structurelle Interprétative (MSI). Sur le plan théorique, cette étude permet une meilleure compréhension des FCSs, de leurs interrelations, et de la complexité liée à la triple création de valeur. Sur le plan pratique, elle permet aux praticiens de visualiser cette complexité et de la relier aux FCSs ainsi qu’aux blocs du cadre de conception du business model.
Vérité et réconciliation : un passé à dépasser
Authors: Besse Magalie
Published: December 2024

Créée avant même la conceptualisation de la justice transitionnelle, la commission Vérité et Réconciliation d’Afrique du Sud en est devenue l’un des principaux symboles. Les acteurs de la transition ont profondément refondé ce mécanisme en mettant en place un instrument sur-mesure qui permette de faire la synthèse de leurs attentes respectives. Cette commission est ainsi le fruit d’un compromis entre amnistie, d’un côté, et établissement de la vérité et réparations, de l’autre : critiquable sur le principe, le recours à une solution réaliste a pourtant contribué à la réussite du traitement du passé en Afrique du Sud.
On the cooling number of the generalized Petersen graphs
Authors: Sim Kai An , Wong Kok Bin
Published: December 2024

Recently, Bonato et al. (2024) introduced a new graph parameter, which is the cooling number of a graph $ G $, denoted as CL$ (G) $. In contrast with burning which seeks to minimize the number of rounds to burn all vertices in a graph, cooling seeks to maximize the number of rounds to cool all vertices in the graph. Cooling number is the compelling counterpart to the well-studied burning number, offering a new perspective on dynamic processes within graphs. In this paper, we showed that the cooling number of a classic cubic graph, the generalized Petersen graphs $ P(n, k) $, is $ \left\lfloor \frac{n}{2k} \right\rfloor + \left\lfloor \frac{k+1}{2} \right\rfloor +O(1) $ by the use of vertex-transitivity and combinatorial arguments. Particularly, we determined the exact values for CL$ (P(n, 1)) $ and CL$ (P(n, 2)) $.
Le nez de Pangloss
Authors: Longo Giuseppe
Published: December 2024

Cet article explore plusieurs questions : tout d’abord, celle du transfert de concepts issus de la physique classique et de la thermodynamique dans le champ de l’économie et de la biologie. Nous montrons que les concepts physiques, tout aussi utiles soient-ils, ne sont pas suffisants pour comprendre l’évolution des organismes vivants et le temps historique (et non thermodynamique) qui les caractérisent. Pour appréhender cette évolution, les concepts d’ex-aptation et de surcharge sont mobilisés. Ceux-ci permettent aussi de comprendre comment les organes artificiels ou exosomatiques peuvent jouer un rôle dans la transformation des organismes biologiques. Nous nous intéressons enfin à la question de l’exosomatisation numérique dans notre culture symbolique, en interrogeant les enjeux épistémologiques et politiques des nouvelles techniques mathématiques de l’intelligence artificielle et de l’apprentissage profond.
Application of Quantum Blockchain Technology in Real Estate Sector
Authors: Saikhedkar Utpal , Sundrani Deepak
Published: December 2024

IoT, which stands for “Internet of Things,” is a term that describes the network of linked objects as well as the technology that is utilized for communication. Sensors are now included into commonplace equipment like toothbrushes and vacuum cleaners, allowing them to collect data and deliver intelligent replies to their users. The proliferation of low-cost computer chips and high-speed telecommunications has resulted in billions of digital devices being linked to the internet globally. Smart IoT applications are further secured using Quantum Blockchain technology and are advantageous to nearly all sectors, including logistics and transportation, retail, manufacturing and healthcare; and the Real estate is no exception. Tracking raw materials, analysing sales leads data, property tracking, and energy savings are some of the tedious tasks that could now be achieved with efficiency. The future of IoT in real estate is very bright and is already growing at an exponential rate.
Leveraging AI and Machine Learning for Digital Forensics
Authors: El-Kady Ramy
Published: December 2024

This article explores the digital forensics of cryptocurrencies and the dark web, focusing on the role of blockchain in their formation and evidence gathering. It emphasizes the need for artificial intelligence and machine language in dark web forensics and the critical gap in research on host-based cryptocurrency forensics, especially mobile-based forensics. Most studies on host-based forensics focus on outdated operating systems or platforms, emphasizing the need for more up-to-date versions. Cryptocurrency forensics primarily analyzes publicly accessible blockchains using clustering heuristics and machine learning-based analysis to identify anonymous entities or provide investigation guidance. Security and vulnerability assessment studies are crucial for examining forensic methods for cryptocurrencies, providing insights into potential exploits or attacks useful for forensic investigations. While research in Blockchain-based forensics is advancing organically alongside technological advancements, there is a need for focused attention on host-based forensics for cryptocurrency.
Emerging Trends and Future Perspectives in Digital Dentistry for Rural Areas
Authors: Asanza Dachel Martínez
Published: December 2024

This chapter observes how digital dentistry can develop access to dental services in rural regions. It also investigates emerging trends such as teledentistry, 3D printing, the application of artificial intelligence, and mobile dental clinics. The results indicate that advancements in technology could greatly reduce disparities in oral care for rural populations. A narrative review of articles published in both English and Spanish was carried out using reliable databases like Pubmed and Google Scholar from 2020 to October 2024. The results emphasize the importance of reforming public policies and enhancing access to financing. These modifications are essential for encouraging the widespread implementation of digital dentistry in these communities. This approach can contribute to building a healthier future by improving oral health in these areas.
Understanding Customers' Intentions to Use Digital Dental Health Services
Authors: Mouloudj Kamel , Bouarar Ahmed Chemseddine , Martínez Asanza Dachel A. , Dimitrova Mariya
Published: December 2024

This study extends the technology acceptance model (TAM) by integrating additional variables—attitudes and social media influence—to explore the factors affecting customers' intentions to use digital dental health services in Algeria. Utilizing a convenience sampling method, the research gathered 136 valid responses through a structured questionnaire. The analysis revealed that customers' intentions are significantly influenced by four key factors: perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, attitudes, and social media. These findings underscore the importance of not only technological perceptions but also social and psychological elements in promoting the adoption of digital dental care. The study contributes to a deeper understanding of customer behavior in the context of digital health services, offering valuable insights for practitioners and policymakers aiming to enhance the acceptance of such innovations.
Determination of the Fatty Acid Profile in the Skins of Catla catla and Oreochromis spp. Harvested from Sorabora and Mahakanadarawa Reservoirs, Sri Lanka
Authors: Mahindarathna S. B. M. H. M. , Egodauyana K. P. U. T. , Alakaolanga A. G. A. W. , Abeyrathne E. D. N. S.
Published: December 2024

This study explores the untapped potential of freshwater fish skin, historically underutilized beyond animal feed, by investigating its fatty acid profiles. Focusing on catla (Catla catla) and tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) sourced from Sri Lankan reservoirs, this study aims to extract lipids and investigate variations in composition across species and locations, highlighting the potential for valuable byproducts such as fish oil. To assess the nutritional quality of the extracted oils, proximate composition, Gas-chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis, and physiochemical properties such as Iodine Value (IV), Peroxide Value (PV), and Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances (TBARS) assay were conducted to evaluate the quality. Significant differences were observed in the fatty acid contents (p <0.05) in the skins of both species, with tilapia containing 9-16% and catla containing 22-26% of crude fat. A statistically significant contrast (p<0.05) in skin ash content was observed between the catla species examined from the two reservoirs, measuring 1.18% and 0.82%, respectively. However, there were no significant differences in the physiochemical properties between the two species (p >0.05). Predominant polyunsaturated fatty acids in both fish oils included Pentadecanoic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), Arachidonic acid, and Octadecenoic acid. In conclusion, both fish species exhibit the presence of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids in their skins, making them potential industrial resources.
A Bibliometric Analysis of Research in Behavioural Finance: Special Emphasis on Selected Behavioural Biases in Investment Decision Making
Authors: Das Poonam , Kumar Das Amit , Acharjee Sourav
Published: December 2024

Behavioural finance combines psychology and economics to understand the anomalies of financial markets by examining human behaviour. There has been a significant global increase in research on behavioural biases and investment decisions. This paper aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis of behavioural biases and investment decisions using literature from the Scopus database for the period from 1991 to 2022 using the VOSviewer software. The research findings confirm a substantial growth in research on behavioural biases and investment decisions between 2008 and 2022. The United States is the most influential country based on citation count, and Odean (1998) stands out as the most prominent author in this research field. Co-citation analysis identifies key clusters in "efficient market, behavioural biases, and trading frequency," while bibliographic coupling highlights "Information processing and investors' behavioural biases." Co-occurrence analysis reveals gaps in research on financial literacy, personality traits, and optimism bias, suggesting future research opportunities.
Entrepreneurial Intentions of Female Students: Exploring Entrepreneurial Feasibility and Desirability through Personality Traits
Authors: John Abin , Selvaraj Vanitha , Jisham Muhammed
Published: December 2024

Women's entrepreneurship drives economic growth and social transformation. This study integrates personality traits into the entrepreneurial event model to assess entrepreneurial intentions, identifying specific personality traits as antecedents of perceived desirability and feasibility, two core components of the entrepreneurial event model. Data from 382 final-year commerce and management students were analysed using partial least squares structural equation modelling. The results show traits like innovativeness, entrepreneurial alertness, and the need for achievement shape perceived desirability. Further, perceived feasibility is influenced by risk-taking motives, proactiveness, and an internal locus of control. Finally, positive relationships were identified between perceived desirability and feasibility with entrepreneurial intentions. This research underscores the importance of personality traits as antecedents of perceived desirability and feasibility, providing insights for promoting entrepreneurship among female commerce and management students. It has implications for policy and educational initiatives to provide targeted support to students with these personality traits to foster female entrepreneurship.
Interconnectedness and Spillover Effects amongst Stock Markets of the US, China, Germany, Japan and India using DCC-GARCH Model and Diebold Yilmaz Method
Authors: Agarwal Archana , Dhankhar Nidhi , Mehla Sunita
Published: December 2024

In a rapidly globalising world, economic boundaries are dissolving as stakeholders seek broader opportunities. Corporations are now multinational, and investors are increasingly turning to global stock markets to maximise gains. Volatility serves as a crucial benchmark, guiding investment decisions in this interconnected landscape. The current study looks at the time-varying spillover effects of the returns of the indices from January 6, 2020, until March 15, 2024, of the five economies of the world, namely, the S&P (United States), SSE (China), Nikkei (Japan), DAX (Germany), and Nifty (India). The conditional correlations and volatility spillovers are measured using the DCC-GARCH model and the Diebold and Yilmaz method. The study concludes that the transmission of information between the indices occurs in the long run except between Germany and China. Further, Germany and the US are net transmitters of volatility spillover, while China, Japan, and India are net receivers. The total spillover among the indices of these five economies is 39.37%.
Economic and Conservation Impacts of Seasonal Paddy Fences as A Human-Elephant Conflict Mitigation Strategy
Authors: Athulathmudali D. S. K. , Pilapitiya S. , Gunaruwan T. L.
Published: December 2024

This study evaluated the viability of Seasonal Paddy Fences (SPFs) as a Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC) mitigation strategy in rural Sri Lanka. Using primary data from two paddy tracts in the North Central Province, the study employed both a benefit-cost analysis and thematic analysis to assess the financial and conservation impacts of SPFs. The findings enabled the conclusions that the SPFs could significantly enhance farmers' economic outcomes through the reduction of crop damage and labour costs, while they also would foster peaceful coexistence between farmers and elephants by allowing safe access to fallow lands for wild elephants. The study also found that the adoption of SPFs faces, however, could face challenges, including high initial installation costs, negative public perceptions of elephants, and inadequate institutional support. Recommendations that stemmed from the research include improving access to materials, enhancing government emphasis on resource allocation for the initiative and for monitoring its implementation, addressing public attitudes toward elephants, and promoting long-term sustainability through community engagement. The outcomes of the study also call for policy reforms to overcome the barriers hindering the widespread adoption of SPFs, thereby enabling valuable insights to the discourse on sustainable human-wildlife coexistence.
The Trade Weapon: How Weaponizing Trade Threatens Growth, Public Health and the Climate Transition (Authored by Ken Heydon)
Authors: Kumara P. H. T.
Published: December 2024

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Proposed definition of fraction of vegetation cover by the Committee of Earth Observation Satellites
Authors: Fernandes R. A. , Tang H. , Brown L.
Published: December 2024

Le Comité des Satellites d'Observation de la Terre (CEOS) est une Organisation Participante du Groupe des Observations de la Terre (GEO), organe intergouvernemental. Le Groupe de Travail sur l'Étalonnage et la Validation du CEOS est responsable de la définition des variables géophysiques produites par les systèmes satellites du CEOS. Ce document définit la fraction de couverture végétale (FVC), y compris les abréviations recommandées, la symbolique et les unités. Les quantités associées, couramment dérivées tant par des systèmes in-situ que par télédétection, y compris les satellites du CEOS, sont également définies.