bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Royal Free Hospital Nutrition Prioritizing Tools (RFH-NPT): Predictor of Malnutrition Risk among Chronic Liver Disease Patients
Authors: Rajab Norashimah , Abdul Hamid Syahrul Bariah
Published: January 2024

This study is aimed to investigate the prevalence of malnutrition using Royal Free Hospital Nutrition Prioritizing Tools (RFH-NPT) and the correlation between malnutrition and RFH-NPT with clinical parameters. A total of 80 cirrhosis liver patients without liver cancer were enrolled in this prospective study. This study was conducted at Selayang hospital, which is the national tertiary referral centre for liver disease in Malaysia. We administered the nutrition screening of RFH-NPT to the patients within 24 hours after admission. The utilization of the RFH-NPT resulted in a higher incidence of nutritional risk, at 73%. The RFH-NPT revealed a higher proportion of Child Pugh C patients at risk for malnutrition (46/50 or 92%, p= 0.002) and had superior capability in identifying patients with intermediate and high risk for malnutrition (35/61 or 57.3%, p=0.012) within the subset of patients with Model for End- Stage Liver Disease (MELD) scores below 15. Hence, we propose that the utilization of the RFH-NPT enhances medical professional’s capacity for early-stage prediction of malnutrition risk in patients with cirrhosis predominantly attributed to hepatitis virus infection.
Reduction of Saturated Fat in Dark Chocolate using Sacha Inchi (Plukenetia volubilis) Oil Oleogel
Authors: Ishak Izzreen , Ismail Nur Ezzatul Balqish , Yahaya Nabilah Shahiqah , Khaironi Johari , Musa Nafisah , Teh Arnida Hani , Ghani Maaruf Abd
Published: January 2024

This research studied the effectiveness of Sacha Inchi Oil Oleogel (SIOO) as a partial replacement for saturated fat in dark chocolate. Sacha inchi (Plukenetia volubilis) oil is high in polyunsaturated fatty acids (α-linolenic and linoleic acids) and a good source of tocopherols. This study prepared oleogels using sacha inchi oil as a base oil and food-grade beeswax as an oleogelator. Different percentages of SIOO (1%, 2.5% and 5.0%) were added in the dark chocolate. Dark chocolate without SIOO was used as a control. Fatty acid profile, total polyphenols, antioxidant activity and sensory evaluation of the formulated dark chocolates with SIOO were investigated. The incorporation of SIOO significantly (p<0.05) lowered the saturated fat and increased the polyunsaturated fatty acids in dark chocolate samples. This study also showed that the total polyphenols and antioxidant activity of dark chocolates enriched with 2.5 and 5.0% SIOO were significantly higher (p<0.05) than the other chocolate samples. Sensory evaluation showed that control and dark chocolates added with SIOO (1% and 2.5%) received similar scores for all sensory attributes. However, the highest concentration of SIOO decreased significantly (p<0.05) the scores for the taste and overall acceptability of dark chocolate. Therefore, the enrichment of sacha inchi oil oleogel as a functional ingredient could reduce the saturated fat and increase the polyunsaturated fatty acids and antioxidant activity of the formulated dark chocolate, which is well-accepted by consumers.
Association between Sociodemographic Factors with Nutritional Status among Primary School Children in Setiu, Terengganu, Malaysia
Authors: Hussin Napisah , Mamat Nurul Liyana , Halib Hasmiza , Yen Wong Chee
Published: January 2024

This study aims to determine the association between sociodemographic aspects and nutritional status among rural Setiu, Terengganu schoolchildren. A cross-sectional study using convenience sampling was conducted among 269 primary school children. Sociodemographic information was obtained from parents or guardians through face-to-face interviews, and standardized techniques and calibration were adopted for anthropometric measurements. The World Health Organization Anthro Plus was used to generate the z-scores for Weight-for-Age (WAZ), Height-for-Age (HAZ), and Body Mass Index-for- Age (BAZ) to indicate underweight, stunting, and obesity among the children. Chi-squared test was used to determine the association between sociodemographic factors and nutritional status. The children exhibited mean WAZ, HAZ, and BAZ scores of -0.66, -0.82, and -0.00, respectively. Approximately 13.8% of schoolchildren in this study were stunted, 16.7% were underweight, 8.9% were overweight, and 11.5% were obese. Age and the father's education level were significantly associated with WAZ (p=0.02 and p=0.001), household size was associated with HAZ (p=0.029), and BAZ was found to be associated with the father's income factor (p=0.03). This study discovered that the majority of results from the measurement of WAZ, HAZ and BAZ were in normal growth with 81 (79.4%), 230 (85.5%) and 196 (72.9%), respectively. In conclusion, this study indicates that most of the sociodemographic factors were not associated with nutritional status and the prevalence of malnutrition among primary school children in the rural areas of Setiu, Terengganu was lower than in the other rural areas.
The Relationship between Folic Acid Intake and Depression among College Students
Authors: Persada Tashila Zahra , Puspitasari Dyah Intan
Published: January 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between folic acid intake and the incidence of depression among students of Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, department of Nutrition. This cross-sectional study recruited 40 participants following the inclusion criteria. Sample collection was done by random sampling. Data collection on the adequacy of folic acid intake was carried out using the non-consecutive three days 24 four Food recall. The prevalence of depression was obtained by measuring the level of depression in the last two weeks using the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) questionnaire. The results showed that 2.5% of the subjects had sufficient folic acid intake and 97.5% had insufficient folic acid intake with mean 78,5 mcg. About 47.5% of subjects experienced minimal depression, 20% experienced mild depression, 25% experienced moderate depression, and 7.5% experienced major depression with mean score 13.4. Futher analysis, the p-value (p=0.145) indicated that there was no significant relationship between folic acid and depression status. Recommended for using the Semi-Quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (SQ-FFQ) to see acid intake folate and pay attention to other factors that cause depression.
Knowledge, Attitude and Behavior of Dietary Salt Intake among Staff at a Public University in Selangor
Authors: Ab Hamid Mohd Ramadan , Mat Jani Azni Afifah
Published: January 2024

This study examines knowledge, attitude and behavior related to dietary salt intake among UiTM Puncak Alam staff. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 UiTM Puncak Alam staff. Respondents were recruited conveniently to complete a self-administered questionnaire that provides information on knowledge, attitude and behavior related to dietary salt. Descriptive statistics were used to report the survey findings. Results showed that most of the respondents (95.7%) had a knowledge that overeating salt could damage their health. However, only 35.7% of the respondents recognized the daily recommendation of salt intake and 40.0% of them were able to identify the difference between salt and sodium. Regarding attitude, only 28.3% of respondents believed their salt intake would exceed dietary guidelines. In practice, 31.4% of respondents controlled their salt intake by avoiding consuming processed food, and 18.0% referred to salt labels on food packages. This study showed that UiTM Puncak Alam staff was knowledgeable on particular aspects of salt. However, their attitudes are less favorable, and they need to improve their practices toward dietary salt intake to achieve target salt intake.
Doença de alzheimer no Distrito Federal e Brasil: reflexos do envelhecimento populacional e da pandemia
Authors: Nascimento Júnior Ádria Maria , Sousa Anyelle Amaro de , Pedrosa Eduardo Mujica , Sousa Daniel Amaro
Published: January 2024

Objetivo: Analisar a morbimortalidade relativa à doença de Alzheimer (DA) no Distrito Federal entre 2012 a 2022 com o intuito de avaliar o impacto do envelhecimento populacional e da pandemia de COVID-19 sobre este agravo. Métodos: Consiste em um estudo retrospectivo transversal quantitativo de dados coletados do Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde (DATASUS) referentes ao período de 2012 a 2022. Resultados: O DF, seguindo tendência nacional, apresentou aumento progressivo de morbimortalidade por DA entre 2012 e 2019, com redução de casos de 2020 e 2021, seguido por retomada em 2022, sendo o principal grupo de risco as mulheres com mais de 80 anos. Conclusão: A redução de casos observados na pandemia pode estar relacionada a subnotificação, já que a mortalidade de paciente por COVID é aumentada em pacientes com DA. O aumento do número absoluto de idosos, em especial mulheres, relacionado ao aumento da expectativa de vida parece contribuir de forma significativa para aumento de casos, sugerindo amplo impacto no sistema de saúde em um futuro próximo.
Monoclonal antibodies that are effective against all COVID-19 -related viruses
Authors: Chia Wan Ni
Published: January 2024

All licensed COVID-19 antibody treatments become ineffective over time as new mutants emerge. We isolated antibodies from an individual who recovered from SARS-1 and received the COVID vaccine, that work against all COVID-related viruses including the latest Omicron variants. These broad-targeting antibodies could make future-proof therapeutics to counter the continual evolution of coronaviruses.
Demographic Dynamics in Organizational Stress and Coping Stress Perceptions: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors: ERSEN Mert , ÇINAR Çağatay , SÖYLEMEZ Kemal Cem
Published: January 2024

This study aims to assess both the stress levels of employees and identify the sources of stress. Data for the research were collected through questionnaires distributed to 60 employees via online surveys. The instruments utilized for data collection included the personal information form, organizational stress scale, and stress coping scale. The initial phase of data analysis focused on revealing the demographic characteristics of the workers. Subsequently, analyses were conducted to explore potential correlations between organizational stress, stress-coping mechanisms, and demographic variables. While socio-demographic variables are commonly treated as control variables in organizational stress research, this study distinguishes itself by placing them at the forefront. Its objective is to comprehend the influence of gender, age, educational background, marital status, income levels, titles, and total work experience on individuals' perspectives regarding organizational stress and stress coping. Examining survey data from Assist Company, a subsidiary of Turk Telekom, the study uncovers that male employees tend to display greater resilience to organizational stress. Additionally, unmarried workers demonstrate a higher efficacy in coping with stress compared to their married counterparts. The paper concludes with implications for managerial applications, theoretical insights, and suggestions for future research directions. In conclusion, the study recommends that firms consider implementing stress coping methods, techniques, and programs. Furthermore, it suggests organizations identify the specific factors within their structure that contribute to stress among employees.
Avrupa Yenilenebilir Enerji Stoklarının Volatilite Karakteri: ERIX Endeksi Üzerine Bir Araştırma
Authors: KOÇOĞLU Şahnaz
Published: January 2024

Yenilenebilir enerji iklim değişikliği ile mücadele ve enerji güvenliğini sağlamak için stratejik öneme sahip bir sektördür. Avrupa 2020’li yıllara gelindiğinde toplam enerji tüketiminin %20’sinden fazlasını yenilenebilir enerjiden sağlamaktadır ve Avrupa Birliğinin nihai amacı tam olarak fosil yakıtlardan arınmaktır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda yenilenebilir enerji firmaları kilit rol oynamaktadır ve yenilenebilir enerji şirketlerinin finansal performansı mutlaka iyi anlaşılmalıdır. Bu çalışmanın amacı da Avrupa yenilenebilir enerji şirketlerinin hisse senedi performansının volatilite karakterini ortaya koymaktır. Avrupa yenilenebilir enerji şirketlerini analiz etmek amacıyla en büyük yenilenebilir enerji firmalarından oluşan ERIX (European Renewable Energy Index) kullanılmıştır. Endeksin volatilite karakterini incelemek için GARCH (1,1), TGARCH ve EGARCH modelleri kullanılmıştır. Çalışma sonucunda Avrupa yenilenebilir enerji şirketlerinin finansal performansını tahmin etmede geçmiş verilerin kullanılabileceği bulunmuştur. GARCH(1,1) modeli sonucunda bugün meydana gelen şokların gelecek dönem varyans tahminlerinde uzun süre etkili olduğu sonucuna varılmıştır. TAGRCH modeli ERIX endeksi üstünde kötü haberlerin oynaklık etkisinin daha fazla, iyi haberlerin ise daha az olduğunu göstermiştir. EGARCH modeli de iyi haberle ile kötü haberlerin yol açtığı şokların asimetrik olduğu sonucunu ortaya koymuştur. Bu çalışma yenilenebilir enerji endeksine finansal bir veri olarak yaklaşan ve volatilite analizini yapan ilk çalışmadır.
From Decoupling to De-Risking: A New Era in Trade Between the West and China
Authors: ÇEVİK Veli Ahmet
Published: January 2024

Since the Second World War, the welfare level of world societies has increased with the peace period brought by economic interdependence and the acceleration of globalization. However, the 2008-09 financial crisis, strained relations between the USA and China, the global pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine War and geopolitical tensions continue to negatively affect international trade and the global economy. Western and allied countries have experienced the effects of their dependence on the supply chains of countries with which they have bad diplomatic relations, in major shocks. Governments and policymakers of Western developed countries, especially the US, stated that it would be in line with national security interests for companies to move their production to allied -friendshoring- countries. Decisions taken by policy makers in the world’s developed economies have also prompted businesses to take new steps.

In this study, which was prepared using secondary data, the economic decoupling of the US and allied countries from China was examined and concluded that the complete decoupling of economies will disrupt the world's economic stability and lead to a loss of global welfare.
Analysis of the Effects of the Economic Crises and Pandemic on Foreign Trade in 1994-2022 with RALS-LM Structural Break Unit Root Test Method: The Case of Türkiye
Authors: ERKÖK Banu , KONAK Ali
Published: January 2024

Türkiye commenced adopting export-led growth model by 1980. Via policies prioritizing the increase in export revenues, such as tax refunds, export credits, tax exemptions, and other subsidies, Türkiye targeted economic development by engaging in international trade and becoming a global economic agent. On the other hand, Türkiye gradually liberalized its financial markets starting in 1983 and completed the process of full liberalization of capital movements in 1989. However, adopting those liberal policies, Türkiye suffered many economic crises (1994, 2001, the 2008 global financial crises), paving the way to a sudden downturn in GDP, a decline in real income per capita, and employment. Also, the 2016 coup attempt, the 2018 Pastor Brunson crisis with the United States, and the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, which created a severe global economic slowdown, negatively affected Türkiye’s economy. In this respect, within this paper, we aim to evaluate the impacts of those financial crises and the COVID-19 pandemic between the years 1994-2022 on Türkiye’s foreign trade and to find out if the effects of those crises on Türkiye’s foreign trade are temporary or permanent.

For this reason, we utilized the RALS-LM Structural Break Unit Root Test Method. The results underline that the 2008 global financial crisis substantially affected Türkiye’s exports and imports. However, the results also underline that the effects of the 2008 global financial crisis on Türkiye’s foreign trade were temporary.
Multi Analyte Concentration Analysis of Marine Samples Through Regression Based Machine Learning
Authors: North Nicole , Clark Jessica , Enders Abigail , Grooms Alex , Wairegi Salmika , Duah Kezia , Palassis-Naziri Efthimia , Badu-Tawiah Abraham , Allen Heather
Published: January 2024

Marine systems are incredibly chemically complex. An understanding of the chemical compounds that make up the chemical diversity in these samples is critical to understanding ecological and ocean health metrics. Using Raman spectroscopy in tandem with machine learning combines a low-cost highly transportable analytical technique with a powerful and rapid computational approach that can aid in marine analysis. Here we use Raman and machine learning to identify concentrations of three chemically relevant compounds in three distinct classes. Saccharides are represented by glucose, fatty acids by butyric acid, and proteins are represented by amino acid proxy through glycine. Eight machine learning models (gradient boosted regressors, random forests, histogram gradient boosted regressors, decision trees, k nearest neighbors, support vector regression, multilayer perceptrons, and multivariate linear regression) were tested for their accuracy in identifying the concentrations of glycine, glucose, and butyric acid in marine samples. Support vector regression was able to best identify all three concentrations of glycine, butyric acid, and glucose. Butyric acid was similarly well described through gradient boosted regression and histogram gradient boosted regression. In this work Raman, though it has a lower sensitivity than mass spectrometry, can still be used to identify mM concentrations of organics in complex aqueous matrix. The described methodology has the potential to significantly advance rapid field analysis of marine samples.
Target-selective cytosolic delivery of cargo proteins using the VHH-presented OLE-ZIP capsules
Authors: Takahashi Kousuke , Inoue Yasumichi , Hida Shigeaki , Umezawa Naoki , Akiba Isamu , Umetsu Mitsuo , Mizuno Toshihisa
Published: January 2024

In the pursuit of a new generation of protein pharmaceuticals, the efficient delivery of these therapeutics into cells stands out as a crucial challenge. In this study, we have developed a novel approach utilizing protein capsules modified with VHH antibodies as cytosolic carriers for protein pharmaceuticals. For the protein capsule component, we opted for the OLE-ZIP protein capsules, which can be prepared from the amphiphilic two-helix bundled protein OLE-ZIP using the water-in-oil (w/o) emulsion method. The spacious interior of the OLE-ZIP capsules allows for the stable encapsulation of over 200 molecules of protein pharmaceuticals, such as RNase A and Cre recombinase, in one capsule. By presenting the VHH antibody with an affinity for cell-type-specific receptors such as the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) on the capsule surface, we achieved cell-type selective endocytic uptake in A431 cell lines (high expression level of EGFR) over NHDF and MCF-7 cells (normal expression level of EGFR). This selective uptake was followed by the subsequent release of the encapsulated protein pharmaceuticals into the cytosol of the target cells. Unlike our previous version of the OLE-ZIP protein capsules modified with IgG antibodies, cytosolic delivery of pharmaceutical proteins was little impacted by the presence of other IgGs, which are abundant in the bloodstream. This improved characteristic suggests potential advantages for practical applications, including intravenous administration.
Authorship in the coverage of the war in Ukraine: Newsroom work takes precedence over correspondents’ dispatches
Authors: Campo Elena , Gutiérrez Miren , Moreno Cano Antonia
Published: January 2024

The war in Ukraine has grabbed headlines around the world. This analysis asks who is covering it and what this says about war reporting. The advent of the Web and the subsequent polarization of the media pits the constant demand for information against the journalistic expectation of calm analysis. While traditional media seem to guarantee credibility, more and more people are turning to alternative information providers. To explore these changes’ repercussions on war correspondents, this study analyzes 11,268 bylines of the news on Ukraine published digitally by the most widely read newspapers in Spain (El País, El Mundo, El Correo, and La Vanguardia) and the USA (The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today and New York Post), during the first week of the conflict, from February 24 to March 2, 2022. Through these, the authors’ working relationship with each newspaper is investigated, employing LinkedIn or Twitter when necessary. While relevant literature suggests that freelancers and agencies dominate international news, this analysis concludes that most of the war coverage (65,64%) has been generated in newsrooms, away from the frontline. While confirming the significant contribution of agencies and a decreasing presence of freelancers, it also confirms the survival of foreign bureaus.
Comparison of Executive Functions in Offenders and Non-Offenders: A Meta-Analysis
Authors: TÜREL Mustafa Talha , ARSLAN Hüseyin , ÇETİNÖZ Esra
Published: January 2024

Executive function is one of the structures that explain aggressive and violent behavior. However, the existing literature has inconsistencies regarding criminal behavior due to the division of executive functions into three constructs: inhibition, monitoring, and task shifting. Therefore, the main aim of this study is to assess the effect of executive functions on criminal behavior and the second aim is to examine the impact of executive functions on different crime types. The research is based on a meta-analysis of 17 studies which were selected upon the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The meta-analysis involved calculating individual effect sizes for each study and then the overall effect size was calculated by using the random effects model. Then subgroup analyses were conducted to evaluate the differences due to crime types and psychological assessment tools. The results revealed that offenders made more errors in tasks involving executive functions than non-offenders and the findings were consistent with the literature. Additionally, no publication bias was found in the study. It is expected that this study will lay the groundwork for future studies.The research is based on a meta-analysis of 17 studies which were selected upon the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The meta-analysis involved calculating individual effect sizes for each study and then the overall effect size was calculated by using the random effects model. Then subgroup analyses were conducted to evaluate the differences due to crime types and psychological assessment tools. The results revealed that offenders made more errors in tasks involving executive functions than non-offenders and the findings were consistent with the literature. Additionally, no publication bias was found in the study. It is expected that this study will lay the groundwork for future studies.
PALEONTOLOGY, STRATIGRAPHY, PALEOENVIRONMENT AND PALEOGEOGRAPHY OF FORTY-ONE CAMPANIAN-NEOGENE TETHYAN PLANKTIC AND BENTHIC FORAMINIFERAL GENERA AND SPECIES OF ANAN C- SUBORDERS GLOBIGERININA AND ROTALIINA
Authors: Salim Anan Haidar
Published: January 2024

This study represents the third part of the erected assemblage of planktic and benthic foraminiferal genera and species of Anan, which related to the Suborders Globigerinina and Rotaliina, after the first and second parts which belongs to the taxa of the Suborders Textulariina, Miliolina and Lagenina (Anan, manuscripts). In this study, eight Plummerita planktic foraminiferal species were erected from Egypt (Misr), Tunisia, Italy, Spain, Caribbean (P. haggagae, P. hodae, P. kellerae, P. premolisilvae, P. elkefensis, P. caribbeanica, P. spainica, P. tunisica), and more one species of Turborotalia (T. semicunialensis). Moreover, thirty-three Rotaliid benthic foraminiferal species were erected from fifteen localities from Northern Tethys (USA, Mexico, Caribbean, Spain, France, Poland, Italy), and Southern Tethys (Chile, Argentina, Tunisia, Egypt, UAE, Iraq, Iran, Pakistan). Three of the identified Rotaliid species are believed here to be new: Orthokarstenia striata, Pleurostomella waeli and Woodella jawdati.
Smart Conservation: Integrating AI for Enhanced Wildlife Monitoring
Authors:   PG Scholar, Department of CS and IT  Jain University, Bengaluru, INDIA, Hegde Nikhil Ramesh , Bargavi Dr.S.Manju ,   Professor, Department of CS and IT Jain University, Bengaluru, INDIA
Published: January 2024

Conservation strategies are redefined by smart conservation, which combines wildlife monitoring and artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, such as computer vision and machine learning, automate the identification of species through image and audio analysis, making habitat health assessment and population monitoring more effective. By identifying changes in land cover and habitat decline, AI in conjunction with satellite photography enables ongoing habitat monitoring. AI-driven analytics facilitates the integration of various data sources and offers insightful information for well-informed decision-making. By utilizing both historical and current data, predictive modeling helps to guide proactive conservation measures by predicting how changes in the environment will affect animal populations. AI-enabled real-time alerting and monitoring systems improve the effectiveness of actions against illicit activities like poaching. AI-powered solutions facilitate community interaction by encouraging shared responsibility and increasing awareness.Efficient resource allocation is ensured by resource optimization, which is powered by AI analysis of species distribution and habitat circumstances. This all-encompassing strategy highlights the revolutionary potential of AI in protecting biodiversity, resolving environmental issues, and promoting the long-term coexistence of ecosystems and human activity.
PENGARUH KUALITAS LAYANAN, PRODUK DAN PERSEPSI HARGA TERHADAP KEPUASAN PELANGGAN COUNTER HANDPHONE
Authors: Adriyanto Andhy Tri , Fauzi Muhammad Fikrie
Published: January 2024

Smartphone tidak lagi dipandang sebagai barang mewah, gaya hidup masyarakat modern ini membuat smartphone menjadi salah satu kebutuhan untuk berkomunikasi sehingga pertumbuhan bisnis counter handphone semakin ketat khususnya di kota semarang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh kualitas layanan, kualitas produk, dan persepsi harga terhadap kepuasan pelanggan pada counter handphone Bintang Mas Seluler Semarang.

Jenis penelitian ini adalah Explanatory Research yaitu penelitian berdasarkan hubungan kausalitas antar variabel. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah pelanggan Bintang Mas Seluler Semarang. Sampel pada penelitian ini sebanyak 96 responden. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik non random sampling dengan metode purposive sampling dengan berdasarkan kriteria yang sudah ditentukan. Jenis data menggunakan data primer dan sekunder, primer yaitu kuesioner, wawancara dan sekunder yaitu jurnal, buku yang terkait. Pada penelitian ini menggunakan program SPSS versi 26.
Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa variabel kualitas layanan, kualitas produk dan persepsi harga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan pelanggan Bintang Mas Seluler Semarang dari ketiga variabel bebas tersebut nilai koefisien yang dominan berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan pelanggan adalah variabel persepsi harga, pelanggan menilai persepsi harga yang ditawarkan oleh Bintang Mas Seluler Semarang baik. Penelitian ini memiliki nilai koefisien determinasi sebesar 83,1%, sedangkan sisanya dapat dijelaskan oleh variabel lain yang tidak terdapat dalam penelitian ini.
Development and quality evaluation of novel biscuits by utilizing fruits and
vegetables seed
Authors: Esrafil M. , Akter S. , Alam M.J. , Alim M.A. , Reza M.S.A. , Zubair M.A. , Joy P.R. , Jahan M. , Khatun M.
Published: January 2024

Food supplementation is a topic of attention now since consumers are becoming more
conscious of their nutritional needs. The purpose of this study was to create innovative
biscuits utilizing fruit and vegetable seeds and to assess their quality. The right-shaped
biscuits were prepared and baked at 170°C for 20 to 25 mins. There were six distinct
varieties of biscuits made: control, date, jackfruit, bean, pumpkin, and mixed seed powder
contained biscuits. When compared to other biscuits, the bean seed powder-incorporated
biscuit gets a high overall acceptance score (7.88). The mixed seed powder incorporated
biscuit had a sizable amount of moisture (4.70%) and ash (1.42%). Jackfruit (24.54%),
pumpkin (18.46%), beans (9.03%), and date (74.19%) seed powder incorporated biscuits
have quite significant levels of protein, fat, crude fiber, and total CHO. Biscuits containing
jackfruit seed powder had relatively high WAC and bulk density (2.51% and 0.67%). The
thickness, volume, density and spread ratio were relatively high in jackfruit (1.43 cm),
mixed (18.58 cm3
), date (0.55 g/cm3
) and bean (4.74) seed incorporated biscuits
respectively. The highest iron content was found in pumpkin seed-incorporated biscuits
(0.41 mg/100 g). The mixed seed powder-incorporated biscuits had a high (95.06%)
percentage of inhibition in antioxidant tests. According to the current study, replacing
wheat powder in biscuits with fruit and vegetable seed powder up to 15% would boost the
biscuit's nutritional content.
Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activity of a catfish oil and Andrographis
paniculata herb extract combination in diabetic rat model
Authors: Sasongko H. , Rizki F. , Fatihah A.Y.D. , Sholikin A.A. , Kristiyanti A.A. , Ningsih F.A.V. , Sari S.W.S. , Cahyadi M. , Sutarno
Published: January 2024

The single use of natural ingredients for the treatment of diabetes mellitus is considered
less optimal compared to the combination of several ingredients which is expected to
produce a synergistic effect. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the combined effect
of catfish oil (CFO) and Andrographis paniculata ethanolic extract (APE) in reducing
blood glucose levels and hyperlipidemia in a diabetic rat model. A total of 30 male Wistar
rats were used while diabetes was induced using 50 mg/kg streptozotocin. The rats were
randomly divided into six groups consisting of the control, diabetes, and drug control
group treated with metformin 120 mg/kg; as well as treatments I, II, and III given CFO
1000 mg/kg, CFO 1000 mg/kg + APE 200 mg/kg, and CFO 1000 mg/kg + APE 400 mg/
kg, respectively. The test was carried out for 28 days, then on the 29th day, all the test
animals were examined for observation of blood glucose levels and lipid profiles. In the
fourth week of testing, all groups showed a significantly different blood glucose profile
compared to the diabetes control group with p<0.05. The combined administration of
1000 mg/kg CFO and 400 mg/kg APE showed a better reduction in blood glucose
compared to the single dose of CFO (p<0.05). Furthermore, the lipid profiles showed a
significant reduction compared with the diabetes control (p<0.05). Except for LDL values,
the combination of both doses of CFO+APE showed a better reduction in lipid profile
compared to the single CFO. A single dose of CFO and a combination dose of APE
provided a beneficial effect by inhibiting the increase in blood glucose levels and lipid
profiles in a streptozotocin-induced diabetic rat model. Based on the results, the combined
dose of 1000 mg/kg CFO+400 mg APE produced a better effect on most of the blood
biochemical parameters than the single administration of CFO
VIOLÊNCIA ESCOLAR E PRÁTICA PEDAGÓGICA: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Andrade Ferreira Estumano Enizete , Pantoja Silva Emmanuelle , Ferreira Holanda Ramos Maély
Published: January 2024

A violência é um fenômeno visível socialmente, e a escola é uma instituição onde se desenvolve de diferentes formas, denotando a sua relevância no ambiente educacional. Neste contexto, objetiva-se descrever os estudos publicados, entre os anos de 2013 a 2022, acerca da violência escolar, tendo como parâmetro a prática pedagógica dos professores na Educação Básica. O estudo é de natureza quanti-qualitativa de cunho exploratório e descritivo, desenvolvido a partir de estatísticas básicas, análise de similitude e de conteúdo. A partir do corpus textual em análise, emergiram três categorias: i) violência, que apresentou conexão com os termos escola, prática docente e pesquisa; ii) professor, que interagiu com aluno, estudo e ensino; e, iii) escolar, que se interligou com contexto social. Os resultados indicam que a violência escolar tem forte impacto sobre o comportamento dos docentes e discentes, o que resulta em adoecimento e desmotivação pela profissão entre os professores e provoca evasão escolar, medo e danos psicológicos nos alunos. Conclui-se que a violência escolar é uma variável que precisa ser mais estudada e discutida pelos profissionais da educação e pela sociedade, a fim de construir soluções que, por um lado, combatam atitudes danosas ao ambiente escolar e, por outro, evitem danos físicos e psicológicos, particularmente, aos principais sujeitos do processo ensino-aprendizagem.
Needs Assessment in the use of Digital Technology for Learning Loss Recovery of Students at the Basic Education Level
Authors: Promsron Kitiya , Nilsook Prachyanun , Jitsupa Jira , Sangboonraung Watcharee , Saeung Orawan , Phumee Wilawan
Published: January 2024

Globally, COVID-19 has disrupted educational practices, causing basic education institutions in Thailand to close temporarily. Schools in Thailand as well as the world over have switched to online learning environments to guarantee students' educational continuation. The purposes of this study were firstly to determine whether digital technology is required for learning loss recovery; secondly, to conduct a systematic literature review using bibliometric keywords; thirdly, to assess the need for using digital technology to recover students' learning losses at the basic education level, both during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, and finally, to summarize data in an infographic landscape format pertaining to this topic. A questionnaire survey was conducted with 600 online respondents from throughout Thailand. The respondents included 56 educational supervisors, 40 school administrators, and 504 teachers. The results show that the following can be used: (a) student communication websites and applications, (b) student work acceptance websites and applications, (c) learning management systems, (d) digital media libraries, (e) online assessment tools, and (f) teaching methods and tools for future use. The respondents indicated that students have learning loss relating to (a) morality, ethics and manners, (b) good citizenship, (c) imagination and creativity, (d) health promotion, and (e) mathematical processes.
A Model Framework for Enhancing Twenty-First Century Competencies in Primary School Teachers within Northeastern Thailand's Sub-Area
Authors: Poonputta Apantee , Nuangchalerm Prasart
Published: January 2024

This study investigated the development of twenty-first-century competencies among primary school teachers in Thailand's sub-northeastern region. The research aimed to achieve three primary objectives: 1) assess the specific needs for enhancing teachers' twenty-first-century competencies in the sub-northeastern Thailand region; 2) construct a model designed to establish teachers' twenty-first-century competencies within this context; and 3) implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the developed model. The study's participants consisted of 390 teachers from the sub-northeastern region who were selected by a formula-based approach for the needs analysis, five experts for model evaluation selected by means of purposive sampling, and 30 teachers selected by purposive sampling for model implementation. To gather data, various instruments were employed, including a questionnaire to assess the needs for enhancing teachers' twenty-first-century competencies in the sub-northeastern Thailand region, a model evaluation form, a model for the development of teachers' twenty-first-century competencies in the sub-northeastern Thailand region, a twenty-first-century competencies evaluation form, and a satisfaction questionnaire. Data analysis involved mean scores, standard deviations, priority need indexes, medians and interquartile ranges. The results of this comprehensive study shed light on the specific competencies required by teachers in the twenty-first century, serving as a valuable resource for educators and policymakers alike in their ongoing efforts to improve education quality.
Professional Standards for Teachers Landscape in the Standpoint of Teaching Profession: Insight from Higher Education Institution (HEI) Instructors
Authors: Martin Matronillo M.
Published: January 2024

This descriptive research explores the insights of the instructors in the Higher Education Institution (HEI) about the professional standards for teachers along with the domains to identify the level of their proficiency. There were eighty-four instructors who served as participants in College of Education of Ifugao State University. Survey questionnaire and interview guide questions were utilized in this study to determine the proficiency level and challenges in the implementation of professional standards for teachers. Mean was used in the descriptive statistics while thematic analysis was utilized in the qualitative part. Relevant findings stressed the importance of customized professional development, long-term faculty evaluation, cultural sensitivity, and community and personal involvement. Effective and engaging training methods, feedback, and efficient resource allocation are vital for faculty development. As to the challenges, three distinct themes were derived as to the following: failure to adhere to guidelines, poor administrative supervision; and lack of training and technical assistance. The research output aimed to intensify instructors’ delivery of quality instruction and governance, to provide valuable guidance to improve faculty performance, and to cater to instructors’ diverse needs along with professional standards.
Charting Blended Learning in the Social Media Age: A Bibliometric Perspective and Pathways for Future Development
Authors: S Halibas Alrence , Do Thi Hoang Mai
Published: January 2024

Aim/Purpose: The research aims to uncover the key research themes and trends of Social Media-Enhanced Blended Learning (SMBL) research. It will extract valuable insights from scholarly publications using bibliometric analysis.

Background: Although previous scholarly works and bibliometric review papers have examined integrating social media into blended learning and its impact on teaching and learning, none of the studies has explored their convergence.

Methodology: The bibliometric review utilized a dataset of 422 scholarly papers extracted from the Scopus research database, shedding light on the performance, and evolving conceptual structure of the SMBL field.

Contribution: This study offers valuable insights into the structure and dynamics of the SMBL field, guiding future researchers and practitioners on decisions about social media technology integration in blended learning.

Findings: The extant literature on SMBL demonstrates a growing interest in harnessing the potential of social media technologies to enhance the blended learning approach. Notably, “social media,” “blended learning,” “flipped classroom,” “tertiary education,” “e-learning,” “online learning,” and “pandemic” emerged as the top keywords, emphasizing the central focus on leveraging social media platforms to enhance the blended learning experience.

Recommendation for Researchers: Research can be extended using multiple research databases and the inclusion of other document types to capture more articles describing the SMBL field.

Future Research: Potential future trajectories of the SMBL field can be research studies about developing critical thinking skills and implementing project-based learning methodologies. We also suggest further research on the use and effectiveness of social media integration in blended learning in various educational contexts and social media platforms.
Private Investment and Economic Development: Ensuring Sustainability in the Future
Authors: An Dinh Trong
Published: January 2024

Objectives: The objectives of this study are 1) to examine the role of private investment in economic development towards sustainability in Vietnam by utilizing provincial-level data from the period 2000–2020 and 2) to construct an economic development index based on four main pillars: economy, science and technology, energy models, and multidimensional poverty. Methods/Analysis: The study employed the CS-ARDL estimation method to investigate the short- and long-term relationships between private investment and economic development. Furthermore, to address issues related to slope heterogeneity, endogeneity, and cross-sectional dependence, the study applied the AMG and CCEMG models to assess this relationship in the long term. Findings: The study identified a positive long-term relationship between private investment and economic development. Additionally, investment in science and technology, agricultural land urbanization, vocational training for labor, trade openness, and private sector finance exhibited significant associations with private investment. Novelty/Improvement: The study successfully developed an economic development index and elucidated the relationship between private investment and economic development. The research underscores two critical strategies for attracting and promoting private sector investment: improving the workforce through training and expanding export markets. The effective implementation of these strategies can address subsequent challenges and expedite sustainable economic development progress. Doi: 10.28991/HEF-2023-04-04-04 Full Text: PDF
Revisiting the Role of Islamic Bank on SDGs: Sharia Financing, Inequality, and Poverty
Authors: Zuhroh Idah , Malik Nazaruddin
Published: January 2024

This study aims to reassess the impact of Sharia financing provided by Islamic banks on the advancement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a particular focus on reducing inequality and poverty. Given the uneven distribution of Sharia financing among regions in Indonesia, we adopt a clustering approach using the k-means clustering method. This approach considers two critical criteria: the nominal amount of Islamic financing and the proportion of Islamic financing. The clustering process resulted in the creation of two distinct clusters. The Lower cluster comprises regions characterized by a low market share and nominal Sharia financing, while the Upper cluster encompasses regions with a high market share and nominal Sharia financing. We utilized annual data from 33 provinces for the period spanning 2012 to 2020. Through the application of a fixed-effect panel regression with the Generalized Least Squares (GLS) approach, our analysis reveals that in the Upper cluster, the presence of Sharia financing plays a pivotal role in reducing financing inequality, inequality in job opportunities, and notably lowering the poverty rate. In contrast, only nominal Sharia financing appears to contribute to the reduction of poverty, with no discernible impact observed regarding financing inequality and disparities in employment opportunities. Doi: 10.28991/HEF-2023-04-04-05 Full Text: PDF
Analysis of the state of domestic soybean breeding and seed production using the SWOT method in modern economic conditions
Authors: Chutcheva Julia , Belyshkina Marina , Degtyareva Elena
Published: January 2024

Russian breeding and seed production of soybean varieties have prospects for further development, as thanks to the creation of new high-protein technological varieties, import substitution of seeds and food security in the production of vegetable protein for the needs of the food and processing industry will be ensured. Modern soybean varieties must meet the highest criteria for yield, seed quality and technological efficiency of cultivation. The purpose of the research was to assess the current state of domestic soybean breeding and seed production in modern economic conditions through the implementation of a SWOT analysis of the industry to identify strengths and weaknesses, potential opportunities, as well as current organizational and economic problems. The stability of domestic breeding and seed production is ensured by the existing scientific and material-technical base and highly professional personnel, the resulting varieties are more adapted to the biotic and abiotic stressors of the cultivation region. Import substitution in the market of seeds of agricultural crops, including soybeans, will be facilitated by the introduction of a full innovation cycle format: breeding – seed production – sale of seeds and planting material – agrotechnical support. Producers and distributors of seeds of foreign selection create a high level of competition in the market, which contributes to the emergence of additional risks to increase the share of seeds of domestic selection in the structure of acreage. The tendency to replace the market of domestic soybean seeds with foreign varieties may further lead to a loss of control over the quality characteristics of the new soybean varieties obtained, a possible transfer of the gene pool into private hands, including abroad. The innovative development of domestic soybean breeding and seed production is hindered by the presence of a "shadow" market of falsified seeds, often of low seed quality. State support for the breeding and seed production industry, the creation of new and modernization of existing breeding and seed farms will allow achieving the goals set to ensure import substitution of soybean seeds in the agri-food market, solving the problem of vegetable protein in the food industry and feed production.
STIMULATING THE DEVELOPMENT OF AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIES TO ENSURE FOOD SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND IMPORT SUBSTITUTION BY THE EXAMPLE OF THE REPUBLIC OF TATARSTAN
Authors: Shakirov Rail'
Published: January 2024

The Russian agro-industrial complex makes a significant contribution to the development of the country's economy. However, Russian agricultural producers are characterized by low competitiveness on the world market, as evidenced by a small volume of imports and a significant volume of exports. In the conditions of an unstable political and economic situation in the Russian Federation, increasing the competitiveness of the domestic agro-industrial complex is a priority task of the Government of the country. Purpose of the study: to develop a new concept for developing a strategy for increasing the competitiveness of Russian agricultural producers in order to strengthen economic stability and efficiency of the agro-industrial complex of the Russian Federation using the example of the agro-industrial complex of the Republic of Tatarstan. Object of study: agro-industrial complex of Tatarstan. Research results: the article reveals the development strategy of the agro-industrial complex of the Republic of Tajikistan, ensuring the competitiveness of agricultural producers, as well as the mechanisms for its practical implementation, the necessary measures of state support for agricultural producers under sanctions. The scientific novelty of the research results lies in the development of a scientific concept for stimulating the development of agricultural sectors in order to ensure food self-sufficiency and import substitution, which includes the justification of its organizational and economic mechanism and the formation of an implementation strategy.