bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
BIOMIMETIC APPLICATIONS IN FLUID MECHANICS: FROM NATURE-INSPIRED DESIGNS TO TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS
Authors:   Konya Technical University, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Science, Konya, Türkiye, Ispir Murat , Hilmi Aksoy Muharrem ,   Konya Technical University, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Science, Konya, Türkiye
Published: November 2024

The field of biomimetics aims to develop innovative technical and engineering solutions by replicating systems, structures, and functions found in nature. Research in this domain focuses on the highly efficient and sustainable systems found in living organisms created by God over millions of years, seeking novel approaches to address human challenges. A key area within biomimetics is fluid mechanics, which explores how living organisms interact with fluid environments to inspire creative and efficient technological advancements. The multidisciplinary goal of these efforts is to design hydrodynamic and aerodynamic systems influenced by nature’s mastery of fluid dynamics. Examples include the microstructure of shark skin, which reduces friction and enables swift and silent movement; the aerodynamic capabilities of birds and insects, which have influenced the design of aircraft wings and wind turbines; and the aquatic locomotion of fish and marine mammals, which has inspired the development of low-drag surfaces and efficient propulsion systems. In conclusion, the synergy between biomimetics and fluid mechanics contributes to the creation of more sustainable, energy-efficient fluid systems, construction materials, and transportation technologies.
APPLICATION OF STATISTICAL METHODS IN ORDER TO DETERMINE THE LEVEL OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Technical Faculty “Mihajlo Pupin”, Zrenjanin, Serbia, Čugalj Jovana , Pekez Jasmina ,   University of Novi Sad, Technical Faculty “Mihajlo Pupin”, Zrenjanin, Serbia, Stojanov Jelena ,   University of Novi Sad, Technical Faculty “Mihajlo Pupin”, Zrenjanin, Serbia, Ašonja Aleksandar ,   University Business Academy in Novi Sad, Faculty of Economics and Engineering Management in Novi Sad
Published: November 2024

The study explores the state of energy efficiency in residential buildings in the city of Zrenjanin through an analysis of a survey conducted among 662 respondents. The results indicate a prevalent issue of the inability for collective investment in the energy efficiency of communal residential buildings compared to single-family homes. By using the Chi-square test of independence, a statistically significant relationship between the type of residential property and the presence of external thermal insulation was discovered. Additionally, a moderate dependence between the age of the heating system and the need for additional heating was identified. The research’s conclusion suggests the need for subsidies to improve the energy efficiency of residential buildings, especially multi-family complexes, to achieve sustainability and reduce energy consumption in the urban environment of Zrenjanin.
Arrest practice and habeas corpus principle
Authors: Elek Balázs
Published: November 2024

The legal history of habeas corpus goes back to the period of the 'Golden Bull' issued by King Andrew II of Hungary. In the development of English law, the Magna Carta Libertatum marked the emergence of the principle before that. The essence of the principle is that deprivation of liberty may be pronounced by a person vested with judicial power and that the person concerned must be brought before a judge in order to be heard by the accused before an arrest can be ordered. The judicial order for arrest is also provided for in the Fundamental Law of Hungary. The principle raises a number of questions of law enforcement in domestic court practice, but also in the context of EU cooperation.
Where the Demons Fell. A Manichaean Sogdian Manuscript in Sogdian Script from Mani’s Book of the Giants
Authors: Morano Enrico
Published: November 2024

Two unpublished Sogdian fragments in Sogdian Script of the Berlin Turfan collection, both from the same page and glassed together, contain a cosmogonic text on the falling of the demons/archons to the four directions of the earth and part of the myth of the creation of the protoplasts by the archdemons Šaqlūn and Pēsūs. This text will be proposed here as part of the Sogdian version of Mani’s Book of the Giants.
The Khonji Dialect of Lārestān
Authors: Borjian Habib
Published: November 2024

Southwest Iranian languages are significantly underrepresented in academic literature, lacking comprehensive descriptions. This paper aims to fill this gap by examining the Lārestāni language variety spoken in Khonj, which is otherwise poorly known. In phonology, it is shown that uvular stops and fricatives have only recently infiltrated the Khonji sound system. Khonji stands out in the construction of noun phrases due to the presence of a deictic suffix and an intricate system of adpositions. The verb inflection in Khonji is notable for its ten identified aspectual and modal affixes. Combinations of these affixes give rise to a system of five simple tenses (surpassing the previously identified four), alongside corresponding progressive tenses, supplemented by at least four identified subjunctive tenses. The binary stative-dynamic distinctions in posture verbs, as illustrated in a diagram for 'sit', align more closely with English than Persian. Ergativity is prominently manifested through two sets of person markers, creating phrases similar to Middle Persian and counterintuitive to New Persian. Experiencer constructions characterize the expressions of possession and modals in the language.
Consideraciones neurodidácticas del uso del teléfono móvil en clases: Educación en conjunto familia-escuela.
Authors: Alfaro-Silva Andrea A. , Cortés Manuel E.
Published: November 2024

Hace unos meses atrás, luego del Informe Insights and Interpretations,1 publicado por PISA (Programme for International Students Assessment), se reabrió el debate en torno a la autorización o prohibición del uso del teléfono móvil (celular) y otros dispositivos (e.g., las tablets) en las salas de clases. Más de una hora de uso de pantallas afecta negativamente el rendimiento cognitivo, según el mencionado Informe. El objetivo de esta Carta a la Editora es destacar los beneficios de los teléfonos móviles en los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje, como también advertir sobre sus riesgos para la salud.
La suspensión de Ataluren para la distrofia muscular de Duchenne debido a mutaciones sin sentido es una decisión equivocada.
Authors: Fernández-Concepción Otman
Published: November 2024

Señora Editora: El 26 de enero de 2024, la Agencia Europea de Medicamentos (EMA, por sus siglas en inglés) anunció que su Comité de Medicamentos de Uso Humano (CHMP, por sus siglas en inglés) confirmó la recomendación de no renovar la autorización para la comercialización del medicamento Translarna (ataluren) para el tratamiento de la distrofia muscular de Duchenne (DMD), argumentando que su eficacia no ha sido comprobada.1 El CHMP es el organismo encargado de formular los dictámenes de la EMA en asuntos relacionados con medicamentos de uso humano. Durante su reunión del 22 al 25 de enero de 2024, en la que participaron 32 miembros sin formación ni experiencia en enfermedades neurológicas o neuromusculares, se tomó la decisión de recomendar la no renovación de la autorización. Sin embargo, esta conclusión fue superficial, ya que se basó únicamente en los aspectos metodológicos tradicionales, sin tener en cuenta los desafíos específicos asociados con el desarrollo de fármacos pediátricos para enfermedades raras, como es el caso de la DMD.
Síndrome de RETT: Abordaje desde la fisioterapia y terapia conductual.
Authors: Lerma-Castaño Piedad Rocío , Roldán-González Elizabeth , Mantilla-Toloza Sonia Carolina , Hernández-Cachaya Julie Paulina , Romaña-Cabrera Luisa Fernanda
Published: November 2024

Propósito: El síndrome de Rett es considerado un trastorno en el desarrollo neurológico, con regresión tardía. Su principal manifestación clínica es el retraso progresivo de habilidades motoras y del lenguaje ya adquiridos, acompañado de rigidez y movimientos estereotipados en las manos. El objetivo de este reporte de caso fue identificar los efectos de una intervención fisioterapéutica combinada con terapia de conducta en una paciente con síndrome de Rett. Presentación del caso: Se presenta el caso de una niña de 10 años con diagnóstico médico síndrome de Rett, etapa III, o también llamada etapa de estabilización o seudo-estacionaria. Se aplicó fisioterapia y terapia conductual 3 veces a la semana, con sesiones de 45 minutos de duración por un periodo de 12 meses de tratamiento. Resultados: Se lograron cambios en la función motora gruesa, las reacciones de equilibrio, enderezamiento, en la habilidad de sortear obstáculos y seguimiento de instrucciones; estas habilidades se conservaron por 6 semanas (al final del tratamiento), y nuevamente se evidencia, la regresión de las funciones psicomotoras, lo cual puede deberse a las características propias del síndrome. Conclusión: Los resultados obtenidos sugieren que la combinación de la fisioterapia con terapia conductual genera cambios positivos en la función motora gruesa y la conducta en niñas con síndrome de Rett.
Encefalopatía Epiléptica y del Neurodesarrollo por Mutación en SYNGAP1: Primer Caso Reportado en Ecuador.
Authors: Yépez Isaac , Landívar Xavier , Viñan-Paucar Linker , Egüez-Martinez Sofía
Published: November 2024

La encefalopatía epiléptica y del neurodesarrollo relacionada con mutaciones en el gen SYNGAP1 (EEND-SYNGAP1) se caracteriza por un retraso psicomotor y epilepsia de inicio temprano. Presentamos el primer caso documentado en Ecuador, describiendo las características clínicas, electroencefalográficas, terapéuticas y evolutivas del paciente. El diagnóstico genético reveló una mutación de novo tipo nonsense en SYNGAP1. El tratamiento con ácido valproico mostró un buen control de las crisis epilépticas, aunque persistieron las crisis reflejas durante la alimentación. Este caso resalta la importancia de los estudios genéticos en el diagnóstico de encefalopatías epilépticas y del neurodesarrollo.
Parenchymal brain calcified cysticercus and progression of hippocampal atrophy
Authors: Del Brutto Oscar H.
Published: November 2024

A seizure-free 74-year-old woman had a single calcified cysticercus (Figure 1), and normal hippocampi (Figure 2, upper panel). Neuroimaging exams were practiced for a study aimed to assess the association between neurocysticercosis and hippocampal atrophy (HA).1 Seven years later, a control MRI showed bilateral HA (Figure 2, lower panel). The patient remained seizure-free during the observation period. The association between calcified cysticercus and HA in seizure-free individuals has been recognized.2 It has been postulated that repetitive episodes of inflammation from antigens released to the brain parenchyma from calcifications are responsible for remote HA. However, HA progression in these patients has not been reported. This case underscores the need of early treatment with bisphosphonates to reverse the calcification process in the brain, reducing the risk of progressive HA.
History of Chatbot from Past to Present
Authors: Madhi Yusuf Ersayyem , Mustafa Ban Sharief
Published: November 2024

This paper reviews the history of chatbot, tracing their development from early rule-based systems to the generative systems that accompany today's artificial intelligence. We begin by exploring the basic ideas in Alan Turing's and Joseph Weizenbaum's "ELISA," which sparked public interest in human-computer conversation. Then reviewing chatbot evolution over the past decades, we discuss the rise of artificial intelligence, which have led to increased accessibility and focus on natural language processing, and empowered chatbot with richer conversational and personalization capabilities. We examine the diverse applications of chatbot across various sectors, from healthcare and education to entertainment and commerce. We highlight ethical concerns surrounding chatbots, including bias, transparency, and privacy. Finally, we look to the future of chatbot, considering advances in artificial intelligence, and the potential of chatbot.
School Management Practices and Students’ Discipline in Public Secondary Schools in Jinja City, Uganda
Authors: Francisca Madudu , Irene Namugosa , Alex Okiira
Published: November 2024

This study investigated the relationship between school management practices and students’ discipline in public secondary schools in Jinja City. The objectives of the research included: establishing the relationship between headteacher-teacher relationships and the students’ discipline of public secondary schools in Jinja City; assessing the relationship between parents’ involvement and students’ discipline in public secondary schools in Jinja City; and examining the relationship between students’ counselling and students’ discipline in public secondary schools in Jinja City. A cross-sectional research design was utilized, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Out of a total population of 474, a sample of 214 respondents was selected. Data collection was conducted through questionnaires and an interview guide. Qualitative data underwent content analysis, while quantitative data was assessed using descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (correlation and regression analysis). The correlation results indicated a significant and positive relationship between headteacherteacher relationships and students’ discipline in public secondary schools (r = 0.889); similarly, parents’ involvement showed a strong positive relationship with students’ discipline (r = 0.712), and students’ counselling also demonstrated a significant and positive relationship with students’ discipline (r = 0.657). The regression analysis further indicated that all forms of school management practices (headteacher-teacher relationships, parents’ involvement, and students’ counsellings) significantly and positively influenced students’ discipline, with net relationships of (β = 0.523), (β = 0.286), and (β = 0.673) respectively. Additionally, the regression model summary indicated that school management practices accounted for 79.8% of the variance in students’ discipline in public secondary schools in Jinja City. The researcher recommends secondary school to implement training programs focusing on building interpersonal skills among school leaders; emphasizing effective communication techniques alongside conflict resolution strategies would empower heads when engaging with their teaching staff. Schools should implement programs aimed at educating parents about their roles in supporting their children’s education. Schools should prioritize funding for comprehensive counselling services that include trained professionals capable of addressing diverse student needs effectively.
Socio-Economic and Institutional Factors That Hinder Women Involvement in Leadership in Bukwo District: A Case of Kongasis Constituency Uganda
Authors: Catherine Cheptanui , Pius Okello Robert , Johnson Adrawa
Published: November 2024

- The percentage of women in the legislature and local government in African democracies and autocracies is virtually the same (24%-25%), and the percentage of ministers in democracies was 25% and autocracies 21% (Electoral commission report, 2023). The 1995 constitution of Uganda and the 1997 Local Government Act stipulates that women should constitute a third of any local council. Women constituted about 46% of total elected representatives in LGs. The percentage of seats held by women in LG increased from 44% in 2011 to 46% in 2016. The highest political office in a district is that of the District Chairperson; in 2011, only Kongasis constituency was headed by a woman, and in 2016 only Kongasis and Kumi Districts had female political heads. In 2019 Village chairpersons by sex was dominated by males at 97% (Electoral Commission, 2019). Women are seen as inferior in society due to gender roles and reason for failure to participate in political leadership was lack of money to facilitate the campaigns - politics is highly monetized, yet men usually control resources at 69.2%. This study investigates the Socio-Economic and institutional factors that hinder women Involvement in Leadership in Bukwo District. this study was guided byy the following objectives; (i) To determine the relationship between social factors and women involvement in leadership in Kangasis Constituency-Bukwo district. (ii) to establish the relationship between economic factors that hinder women involvement in leadership in Constituency-Bukwo district (iii) to assess the relationship between institutional factors that hinder women involvement in leadership in Kongasis Constituency-Bukwo district. Data were collected a study population of 190 from which a sample size of 138 was derived. The study adopted a mixed of qualitative and quantitative approach, with structured questionnaires and in-depth interviews.
EL POETA NACIONAL Y LA EPOPEYA: LUGONES LEE EL MARTÍN FIERRO
Authors: Bueno Mónica
Published: November 2024

En el Fin de Siglo, Leopoldo Lugones participa del deseo modernista de un lenguaje que se aparte del mal gusto y, al mismo tiempo, muestra en la revista La Montaña, que dirige junto a José Ingenieros, su inscripción en un socialismo que exhibe una actitud aristocratizante frente a la burguesía. Años más tarde, Lugones pondrá en la literatura el peso político del nacionalismo de las primeras décadas del siglo XX y se inscribirá en el debate sobre los atributos de la nación argentina, releyendo, desde su lugar de “Poeta Nacional”, el Martín Fierro de José Hernández como la epopeya de la argentinidad. El Modernismo y la huella socialista finisecular serán los dispositivos de su lectura. Lugones debe llevar el Martín Fierro al lugar de la “alta literatura”, para convencer al lector de que su personaje representa una figura heroica que condensa la forma de lo argentino. Va a centrar su larga y convincente argumentación en dos notas: la exaltación del poema de Hernández inscripto definitivamente en la genealogía épica y la propia glorificación del poeta-vate que ve el pasado con claridad y cumple la misión patriótica.
Взаимоотношения Русской Православной Церкви и Александрийской Православной Церкви в период патриаршества Николая VI
Authors: Д.В. Шуплецов
Published: November 2024

Статья посвящена анализу церковных взаимоотношений Александрийской и Русской Православных Церквей в период патриаршества Блаженнейшего Папы и Патриарха Александрийского Николая VI по данным архивов (ГАРФ и Отдела внешних церковных связей Московской Патриархии) и свидетельств церковных вестников (в первую очередь «Журнала Московской Патриархии»). Данный исторический период охватывает интервал с 1968 по 1986 гг. и знаменует собой процесс стабилизации отношений, рост качества культурного и интеллектуального обмена между патриархатами. Ранний период патриаршества Николая VI был сопряжен с разрешением последствий политики его предшественника, патриарха Христофора II, нивелированием интриг среди духовенства и преодолением политического кризиса. В этой связи ранние церковно-правовые отношения между Русской и Александрийской Церквами были несколько напряженными, однако уже с 1971 г. ситуация меняется в совершенно позитивную сторону. В конечном счете патриарх Николай VI смог добиться больших преференций и помощи от Русской Православной Церкви, благодаря чему Александрийский Патриархат достаточно успешно преодолел кризисное состояние Ближнего Востока 70–80 гг.

This article analyzes ecclesiastical relations between the Orthodox Churches of Alexandria and Russia during the period of the Patriarchate of His Beatitude Pope and Patriarch Nicholas VI of Alexandria, drawing on the data of the archives (the State Archive of the Russian Federation and the Department for External Church Relations of the Moscow Patriarchate) and the testimonies of church gazettes (Journal of the Moscow Patriarchate in the first place). This historical period covers the time from 1968 to 1986 and represents the process of relationship stabilization, the growth of the quality of cultural and intellectual exchange between the Patriarchates. The early period of the Patriarchate of Nicholas VI was associated with the resolution of the consequences of the policy of his predecessor, Patriarch Christopher II, levelling intrigues among the clergy and overcoming the political crisis. In this regard, the early ecclesiastical-legal relations between the Russian and Alexandrian Churches were somewhat strained, but since 1971 the situation was changing in a completely positive direction. In the end, Patriarch Nicholas VI was able to gain great preferences and assistance from the Russian Orthodox Church, thanks to which the Patriarchate of Alexandria succeeded quite well to overcome the crisis in the Middle East in the 1970s – 80s.
Identifikasi Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus dan Cara Penanganan Guru kepada Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus serta Kebijakan Kepala Sekolah
Authors: Hafiansyah Muhammad Bintang , Rasyidina Yurika Gustiyani
Published: November 2024

Identifikasi murid anak berkebutuhan khusus (ABK) merupakan langkah awal yang penting dalam memastikan penyediaan pendidikan yang tepat dan inklusif. Proses identifikasi melibatkan pengamatan terhadap berbagai karakteristik fisik, kognitif, emosional, serta sosial yang berbeda dari anak pada umumnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi murid ABK di sekolah inklusif melalui pendekatan multidimensional, yang meliputi evaluasi psikologis, observasi langsung, dan wawancara dengan guru serta orang tua. Hasil identifikasi ini dapat membantu pendidik merancang kurikulum yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan individual siswa ABK, serta menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang lebih inklusif dan mendukung. Selain itu, penelitian ini juga menekankan pentingnya kolaborasi antara pihak sekolah, keluarga, dan tenaga profesional dalam mendukung perkembangan dan kesejahteraan murid ABK. Dengan pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang ciri-ciri dan kebutuhan murid ABK, diharapkan pendidikan dapat lebih merata dan memberikan kesempatan yang setara bagi semua siswa untuk berkembang
Analisis Kesulitan Belajar Matematika Materi Geometri Pada Siswa Kelas 4 Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Ananda Dwi Putri  , Hanifah Fitriyani
Published: November 2024

Pembelajaran matematika, khususnya geometri, sering kali menjadi tantangan bagi siswa Sekolah Dasar karena melibatkan konsep-konsep abstrak yang sulit dipahami. Pada jenjang ini, siswa cenderung memiliki kemampuan berpikir konkret yang terbatas sehingga seringkali kesulitan dalam memahami bangun ruang dan bangun datar. Penelitian ini yang bertujuan untuk menganalisis berbagai kesulitan yanga dialami siswa kelas IV dalam memahami konsep geometri serta mengeksplorasi upaya yang dilakukan guru untuk mengatasi suatu masalah tersebut. Metode penelitian yang diterapkan adalah Pendekatan yang diterapkan adalah deskriptif kualitatif, dengan metode wawancara yang melibatkan guru kelas sebagai subjek penelitian. Hasil yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini mengindikasikan bahwa siswa mengalami beberapa kendala, seperti kurangnya pemahaman konsep dasar, kesulitan dalam menghubungkan bentuk geometris dalam soal, keterbatasan visualisasi akibat media pembelajaran yang kurang memadai, serta pola pikir negatif terhadap matematika. Guru berusaha mengatasi masalah ini melalui penggunaan benda nyata, pendekatan berbasis konteks, dan teknologi seperti simulasi 3D yang mempermudah visualisasi geometri. Selain itu, pendekatan kontekstual dalam menyelesaikan masalah nyata meningkatkan relevansi pembelajaran dengan kehidupan sehari-hari siswa, dan mendorong pola pikir positif terhadap matematika. Temuan ini menyoroti pentingnya penerapan metode interaktif dan media visual dalam meningkatkan pemahaman siswa terhadap geometri, serta pentingnya menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang mendukung agar siswa dapat memahami materi secara lebih mendalam.
Fundamentos jurídico-constitucionais para o enfrentamento da pobreza energética no Brasil
Authors: Silva Alencar Vitor , Madruga João Paulo
Published: November 2024

A pobreza energética afeta duramente a dignidade e o desenvolvimento das pessoas, colocando em risco o meio ambiente e atingindo com consequências mais graves os segmentos populacionais historicamente vulnerabilizados. Por essa razão, o número sete dos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável da Organização das Nações Unidas (ONU, 2015) consiste em: Assegurar o acesso confiável, sustentável, moderno e a preço acessível à energia para todas e todos. No Brasil, a literatura recente tem chamado a atenção para contextos alarmantes de pobreza energética e como seus impactos violam de forma mais contundente mulheres, crianças e adolescentes, em flagrante violação a seus direitos assegurados na legislação. Dessa forma, o presente estudo busca apontar fundamentos jurídico-constitucionais que embasam políticas de enfrentamento da pobreza energética com especial atenção aos mais expostos a suas graves consequências, dando efetividade à Carta Constitucional de 1988 e a compromissos internacionais incorporados ao ordenamento jurídico brasileiro, fornecendo contribuições às perspectivas globais de sustentabilidade.
Public Preparedness for Agricultural Investment and its Contribution to Sustainable Economic Growth in Nigeria
Authors: Okopi Solomon Ocheola , Sinnarong Nirote , Nunthasen Ke , Sitti Snit
Published: November 2024

Purpose: The study investigated public preparedness for agricultural investment and its contribution to and economic growth in Nigeria. The study was guided by the following objectives; to assess the level of individuals' awareness on the current condition of the agriculture industry in Nigeria, public's perspective of the substantial influence of agricultural on Nigeria's overall economic growth, the preparedness of citizens to invest in the agriculture sector for the enhancement of Nigeria's economic growth and delineate the agriculture sector's contribution to GDP.
 
Theoretical Framework: The study was anchored on Lewis (1979) theory of impacting economic growth.
 
Method: The study utilized a descriptive research approach involving 133 respondents across the 36 states, including the federal capital territory, whose major vocation is food production. The samples were selected by a convenience sampling method, considering the respondent geographic closeness and included only those present throughout the survey. Closed-ended questionnaire was utilized as a data-collecting instrument to assess the variables under study; the data on the contribution of agricultural practices to GDP was access from Nigeria Bureau of Statistics (2022-2023). To ensure content validity, the survey instrument was validated utilizing the Lawshe's template. A threshold of 0.99 was noted, signifying that the questionnaire was both representative and comprehensible. The Cronbach alpha technique yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.83, affirming the instrument's homogeneity. The data was analyzed using frequency counts (f) and percentages (%) while the results was presented in graphs.
 
Findings: The survey revealed that most respondents are aware of the current state of agriculture in Nigeria. The heightened awareness has impacted public perception of agriculture's significant role in national economic growth, as the majority of respondents acknowledged that agriculture not only provides food for the populace but also improves farmers' living standards by reducing poverty and hunger, thus promoting economic development. They are willing to invest in agriculture despite a decline in production and a reduced contribution to the national GDP.
 
Conclusion: Although the agricultural sector's contribution to GDP has diminished, individuals are inclined to invest in agriculture therefore, enhanced engagement in agriculture, along with Nigeria's extensive arable land and various people and material resources, and the implementation of sustainable agricultural innovations, will result in significant economic growth.
The Effect of Board Characteristics on the Disclosure of Islamic Social Reporting in Islamic Banks in Asia
Authors:   Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta, Indonesia, Reta Rima Marga , Hartoko Sri ,   Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

This study aims to examine the disclosure of Islamic social reporting in Islamic banks that publish annual reports and are listed on the stock exchange of each country in Asia. This study focuses on Islamic banks that are listed on the stock exchange in 2022. A total of 100 Islamic banks were included in the data set, selected through the purposive sampling method. The independent variables are board size, the proportion of independent commissioners, and the frequency of board meetings. The concept of agency theory suggests that the role of the board is to monitor and evaluate the reporting and disclosure practices of a company, particularly in the context of social reporting within Islamic banking. The characteristics of the board of commissioners have generally been identified as factors with the potential to influence corporate disclosure. The results of this study show that the size of the board of commissioners and the frequency of board meetings have a significant positive relation with the disclosure of Islamic social reporting. Conversely, the proportion of independent board members has been found to exert a significant negative influence on the disclosure of Islamic social reporting.
Determining Factors of Liquidation of Regional Public Companies: Case Study of Perumda Banongan, Situbondo Regency
Authors:   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, Riesmaviana Nindy , Assih Prihat ,   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, . Sihwahjoeni ,   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

The research entitled Determining Determinants of Regional Public Companies Liquidation: Case Study of Perumda Banongan, Situbondo Regency using qualitative methods. Miles and Huberman's interactive analysis model. This research was conducted with the aim of analyzing the determining factors for the liquidation of regional public companies at Perumda Banongan, Situbondo Regency. The data source for this research uses primary and secondary data from the Banongan Regional Public Company, Situbondo Regency. The results of the research show that the determining factor for liquidation lies in unhealthy financial conditions and problems with the Governance of Perumda Banongan. So it can be concluded that the Regional Government as the Capital Holding Authority must immediately improve management governance, human resources, and implementation supervision over the performance of Perumda and Perseroda so that they can run more effectively.
Female Genital Mutilation dan Pertanggungjawabannya Menurut Hak Asasi Manusia
Authors: Masuku Akhmad Iqbal Jihad , Anwar Arman , Tuhulele Popi
Published: November 2024

Introduction: This study examines the practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), involving cutting, scraping, or piercing female genital organs with the aim of partial or total removal, often based on cultural reasons. It is estimated that over 200 million women worldwide have undergone FGM.Purposes of the Research: The research evaluates whether FGM can be considered a violation of international Human Rights (HR) and whether countries and perpetrators of FGM can be held accountable under international law.Methods of the Research: Using a normative legal research method, focusing on international HR instruments such as the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).Results of the Research: The study finds that FGM is inconsistent with international HR values and can be categorized as a violation of HR against women. The study emphasizes the state's responsibility to protect women from this harmful practice and suggests the imposition of sanctions on perpetrators. However, it also highlights the complexity of addressing FGM due to variations in types and practices across different countries. Therefore, criminalization is not always seen as an ideal solution, stressing the need for a holistic approach that integrates health, cultural, and legal aspects. Efforts to prevent FGM are expected to align with international HR values without discriminating against specific cultures while preserving existing community traditions
Peran Association of South East Asian Nation (ASEAN) dalam Mengatasi Transnational Human Trafficking di Asia Tenggara
Authors: Pentury Zachary Ivander , Waas Richard Marsilio , Daties Dyah Ridhul Airin
Published: November 2024

Introduction: ASEAN, as a regional organization in Southeast Asia, aims to maintain security and stability in the ASEAN region, including addressing human trafficking.Purposes of the Research: The purpose of this study is to analyze and understand ASEAN's role in handling Transnational Human Trafficking in Southeast Asia.Methods of the Research: This study uses a normative juridical method with primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials.Results of the Research: The research findings indicate that ASEAN has institutions such as SOMTC and ASEAN-ACT, and legal instruments such as the ASEAN Declaration Against Human Trafficking in Persons, Particularly Women and Children, APA, and ACTIP. Despite the principle of non-intervention, which can be a hindrance in some aspects of addressing human trafficking, ASEAN, through these institutions and mechanisms, has carried out its role and responsibility to maintain the stability of the Southeast Asian region
Akibat Hukum Terhadap Pendaftaran Merek Produk Barang Yang Memiliki Persamaan Pada Pokoknya
Authors: Siolimbona Sandra , Haliwela Nancy Silvana , Labetubun Muchtar Anshary Hamid
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Trademarks or names are marks used by companies or businesses on the products they trade because Trademarks are used as identifiers. As stipulated in Law No. 20 Year 2016 on Trademarks and Geographical Indications in Article 1 paragraph (1). Trademarks also cannot be registered when they have elements of similarity in the trademark as stipulated in Article 20-21 of the Trademark and Geographical Indications Law. However, this is contrary to the incident in the chocolate product brands Chacha Delfi and Chacha Lokal, where Chacha Delfi tried to apply for registration at the Directorate General of IPR and KEMENKUMHAM but was rejected because the Chacha Delfi brand has an element of similarity in its principal to the Cha-Cha Lokal product brand, because we know that the Cha-Cha Lokal brand from PT. Mayora who registered the brand first.Purposes of the Research: To know and explain about the procedure of product registration Trademark Chacha Delfi and Cha-Cha Local, which has similarities in essence and know and, analyze the legal consequences of registration of trademarks that have similarities in essen.Methods of the Research: The legal research method used for this research is based on primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials, and uses a statute approach and conceptual approach and case approach.Results of the Research: The results showed that the Chacha Delfi trademark registration procedure was rejected by the Directorate General of IPR and KEMENKUMHAM, because the trademark did not meet the registration procedures where the trademark has similarities to the pre-existing trademark, namely the local Cha-Cha trademark that has done the trademark registration first. because based on the Trademark Law and PERMENKUMHAM who register first then the trademark will be recognized ownership of the trademark. So that the legal consequences obtained by Chacha Delfi brand is rejected and dismissed to trade products Chacha Delfi brand and subject to sanctions under the Trademark Act and PERMENKUMHAM. Therefore, it is expected that the Directorate General of IPR and KEMENKUMHAM, in order to publish the trademarks that have been registered, so that businesses and other companies can see, so that there is no more Trademark Equation and does not lead to a Trademark Equation dispute.
Kekerasan Fisik Yang Dilakukan Oleh Anggota Polri Terhadap Masyarakat
Authors: Siahaya Josua Valen , Lewerissa Yanti Amelia , Patty Jetty Martje
Published: November 2024

Introduction: The National Police is a public security protection agency, but now many individuals are caught committing acts that disrupt security and even persecute the community. The existence of these violations adds to the long blacklist of increased violations of discipline and code of ethics committed by members of the National Police.Purposes of the Research: To analyze physical violence committed by members of the National Police against the community, this is because the police is a subsystem that is directly related to the perpetrators of crimes and the community, so that the duties and responsibilities of the police can be said to be greater than other subsystems.Methods of the Research: The method used to analyze and discuss this problem is Normative Juridical.Results of the Research: Increased police commitment to better protection and promotion of human rights at the national level. This was realized by the birth of Law No. 39 of 1999 concerning Human Rights. As stipulated in international human rights law and standards, the police have rights, but there are also limits to the powers of the police. However, different from the expected reality, the presence of the police in the midst of the community has caused a scourge for the community. There is police behavior that deviates from the expected professional ethics and there are also those that make the community miserable, such as pungli, arrogant and violent behavior. This causes a fall in public trust in the police Regardless of whether the actions of the National Police are true or not, in the institution of the National Police if there are irregularities, violations of the law and abuse of authority, then members of the National Police will be processed based on the applicable rules.
Susceptibilidade a deslizamentos e inundações em condições de estacionariedade e não- estacionariedade das chuvas
Authors:   , Azeredo Raoni Braga
Published: November 2024

Extremos climáticos vem se tornando uma preocupação crescente no Brasil. O país, que acumula um prejuízo de mais de 500 bilhões de reais, desde 1991 a 2022, em função de fenômenos do tipo, sem mencionar a perda de vidas, lida com inundações e deslizamentos nas regiões de maior concentração demográfica. Este trabalho abarca os fatores que contribuem para este cenário: geológicos, pedológicos, vegetacionais, topográficos, meteorológicos, infraestruturais, naturais e antrópicos. Por meio do Método de Análise Hierárquica (AHP) e do refino estatístico de dados de chuvas do Climate Hazards Group InfraRed Precipitation with Station data (CHIRPS) e através de Funções Generalizadas de Valores Extremos (GEV) conduziu-se avaliação da susceptibilidade no contexto da não-estacionariedade das chuvas. Realizou-se ainda um estudo envolvendo as lâminas d’água referentes aos períodos de retorno entre 5 e 1000 anos. Trata-se de um estudo desenvolvido para a região sudeste brasileira com resultados referentes a inundações e deslizamentos e a susceptibilidade da área de estudo aos respectivos fenômenos. Por fim, conclui-se que a área em susceptibilidade para inundações mostra-se 2,5 vezes maior quando contempla-se o fator da não estacionariedade das precipitações, ao passo que a área de deslizamentos é 8% maior, cobrindo ambas juntas 37,5% das áreas totais do sudeste brasileiro nos diversos períodos de retorno. Palavras-chave: Eventos extremos. Não-estacionariedade. Inundações. Deslizamento
Integrating Security in Cloud-Native CI/CD Pipeline: A Comprehensive Review of DevSecOps Practices
Authors:   Technical Account Manager at Amazon Web Services, USA, Som Vivek
Published: November 2024

This work explores the critical issue of security vulnerabilities in the Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline, an approach rapidly embraced in modern software development to boost speed and efficiency.
Next-Gen Firewalls: Enhancing Cloud Security with Generative AI
Authors:   Senior Software Engineer, Cisco Systems Inc, USA, Lekkala Seshagirirao
Published: November 2024

Next-generation firewalls are available and use machine learning and generative modeling to enhance the detection of hard-to-detect cyber threats. These systems incorporate advanced security controls, policies, and protocols with Layer 7 of the OSI model. This chapter updates these steep AI-based protection systems and applications.
Identification Of Plasma Serotonin And Adiponectin As Predictor Biomarkers For Early Detection Of Breast Cancer Among Karbala Province
Authors: Almaialy Zahraa Abduladheem , Hussein Muna Ali , Mezher Z. Abdul Alamir
Published: November 2024

Breast Malignancy Is The Most Common Malignancy Among Women, Constituting Eighteen Percent Of All Cancer Diagnoses In Females. It Is The Seventh Leading Cause Of Cancer-Related Fatalities Worldwide. The Goal Of This Research Is To Find Out How Breast Cancer Patients And Healthy People's Levels Of The Hormones Serotonin (St) And Adiponectin (Adp) Compare. A Group Of 85 People With Breast Cancer And 85 People Who Appeared To Be In Good Health Had Their Serum Concentrations Of The Hormones Serotonin (St) And Adiponectin (Adp) Measured. When Compared To The Control Group, Breast Cancer Patients' Serum Levels Of The Hormones Serotonin (St) And Adiponectin (Adp) Were Significantly Lower (P ≤ 0.05). In Comparison To Healthy Controls, Breast Cancer Patients Have Substantially Reduced Levels Of The Hormones Serotonin (St) And Adiponectin (Adp).
Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction in Selected Hotels in Rwanda
Authors: Inshuti Divine , Irechukwu Eugenia
Published: November 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of service quality on customer satisfaction in selected hotels in Rwanda, a case study of Park Inn and Retreat Hotel. The study is guided by the following specific objectives:  To determine the effect of responsiveness on customer satisfaction in Park Inn and Retreat Hotel, to identify the effect of tangibility on customer satisfaction in Park Inn and Retreat Hotel, to assess the effect of reliability on customer satisfaction in Park Inn and Retreat Hotel and to examine effect of empathy on customer satisfaction in Park Inn and Retreat Hotel.
Methodology: This study adopted descriptive research design to get results related to the study, the target population was 346 while sample size was 186. Researcher applied stratified random and convenience sampling.
Findings: The findings showed that responsiveness influence customer satisfaction at strong positive correlation r=. 845; tangibility influence customer satisfaction at Park Inn and Retreat Hotel at Pearson Coefficient correlation r=.823; the results showed that reliability influences customer satisfaction at Coefficient correlation r=. 812, the empathy influence customer satisfaction in Park Inn and Retreat Hotel Pearson Correlation Coefficient r=.811; The study concluded that responsiveness, tangibility, reliability, and empathy enhance customer satisfaction in the hotel industry.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Finally, the research recommended that hotels need to invest in comprehensive training programs for staff to enhance their service skills, product knowledge, and interpersonal communication leading to the maximization of quality service.
Effects of gamification on critical thinking in elementary school students
Authors: Chávez Suárez Jacqueline Marlene , Washington Ríos Oswaldo Ramón , Reyes Víctor Manuel , Sequera Morales Adriana Gabriela , Davelouis Casana Paula Francisca
Published: November 2024

The objective was to analyze the effectiveness of gamification in the development of critical thinking in students of Basic General Education in the subject of mathematics. A quantitative, descriptive and comparative approach was used, based on a pre-experimental design (pre-test/post-test). The population included 74 students from the Abdón Calderón Educational Unit. A Critical Thinking Assessment questionnaire was applied. It contemplated the dimensions of interpretation, analysis, evaluation, inference, explanatory capacity and self-regulation. The gamification strategy had a playful and collaborative approach and included 10 face-to-face sessions, with durations ranging from 2 to 3 academic hours. The descriptive analysis included measures of frequencies and percentages by levels. For comparison, the non-parametric Wilcoxon Test (Wilcoxon-T) comparison test was used. Gamification had a significant impact on strengthening critical thinking. The findings demonstrate a considerable increase in skills at the level of dimensions and variable. The high skill levels of this type of thinking were significantly increased. Evidence suggests that gamification, when carefully designed and implemented, has the potential to have a positive impact on the development of critical thinking skills. Comparisons between the pre-test and the post-test have shown significant improvements. The field of study also faces several challenges, including context dependence, measurement problems, and the need for careful design to avoid potential factors such as distraction or overemphasis on extrinsic motivation. There is also a need for longitudinal studies and to specify the ethical implications.
The Dynamics of Leadership: A Review and Evaluation of Leading Theories
Authors: Barante Daniel Masaga
Published: November 2024

This Paper reviews the existing literature on leadership and the various theories that scholars have developed over time. It provides a systematic overview of leadership research, offering insights into the key theories and leadership styles proposed by different researchers. The review begins by examining the concept of leadership from diverse scholarly perspectives and then highlights the evolution of leadership theories from ancient times to the modern era, clarifying the various leadership styles introduced by scholars. The study observes that while leadership theories and practices have been continually refined and modified over time, earlier works have remained relevant and influential. However, the review also reveals that no single theory fully captures the complexity of leadership. Therefore, it is necessary to adopt a blended approach to understanding leadership and its practices, recognizing that various contextual factors may influence leadership effectiveness in different situations.
Системы для анализа информационной инфраструктуры и информационных объектов предприятия
Authors: Денисенко В. В. , Гончаров А. М. , Окорокова В. В.
Published: November 2024

В статье рассматриваются подходы к формированию и управлению информационной инфраструктурой предприятия. Выбор подходов к формированию и управлению информационной инфраструктурой должен основываться на комплексном анализе потребностей организации, ее целей и ресурсов и быть адаптирован к конкретным условиям и требованиям организации. Стоит отметить, что успешное управление информационной инфраструктурой предприятия требует не только правильного подхода, но также компетентности и опыта в области управления ИТ. Независимо от выбранного подхода эффективность инфраструктуры зависит от использования современных технологий и методов управления, а также учета специфики деятельности компании. Для обеспечения эффективности процесса управления необходимо применять современные инструменты и методы, такие как автоматизация процессов управления, мониторинг и анализ данных, управление рисками и информационная безопасность. В статье рассматриваются различные подходы к управлению информационной инфраструктурой предприятия, такие как NMS, CMDB, IPS/IDS. Безусловно эффективным решением для предприятий является индивидуальный подход, позволяющий учитывать различные модели качества и ключевые показатели эффективности. Подчеркивается важность использования современных технологий и методов управления информационной инфраструктурой для повышения эффективности бизнес-процессов, обеспечения безопасности и конфиденциальности информации, а также снижения затрат на ее обработку и хранение.