bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Establishing Priorities for Epilepsy Care and Electroencephalogram Use in Low-Resource Settings
Authors: Andrews Alexander , Chimalizeni Yamikani , Harrar Dana , Mbale Emmie , Kawaza Kondwani , Zelleke Tesfaye , Wadson Maiden D. , Barber John , Chikwana Jessica , Erickson Ugur , Liomba Alice M. , Postels Douglas G.
Published: October 2024

We convened an electroencephalography and epilepsy think tank in Blantyre, Malawi, bringing together American pediatric neurologist clinical researchers and Malawian clinicians. We worked with the aim of improving care for children with seizures and epilepsy in southern Malawi. By sharing and discussing ideas, six United States-based researchers and six Malawian end users developed consensus for directions of both current and future clinical research activities. Compared with our previous use of informal one-to-one discussions to generate research ideas, we found the structured think tank useful for generating ideas and better establishing links between clinical researchers and those who will eventually use the results of their work. We hope that these new interactions will lead to a self-sustaining environment integrating clinical care and research, leading to improvements in brain health for the children of Malawi and integrating technology in the places where it will be most clinically useful.
The Role of Hybrid Vehicles in a Net-zero Transport
System
Authors: Muelaner Jody E.
Published: September 2024

As the world looks to net-zero emissions goals, hybrid electric vehicles may play
an increasingly important role. For passenger electric vehicles (EVs) that
predominantly make short journeys but occasionally need to make longer trips,
electrofuel range extension may be more cost effective than either hydrogen or
rapid charging. Micro gas turbines and catalytic combustion show significant
potential to deliver low-cost, low-maintenance, lightweight engines with
virtually no emissions, and hydrocarbon consuming solid oxide fuel cells show
even greater potential in these areas. Aditioanlly, sodium-ion batteries for
EVs, dispatachable vehicle-to-grid power and buffering, and variable
intermittent renewable energy could also play key roles.

The Role of Hybrid Vehicles in a Net-zero Transport System explores
the costs, considerations, and challenges facing these technologies.

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Handling, Packaging, and Conditioning of Materials and Components Used in Automotive Interiors for Emissions Testing
Authors:   Volatile Organic Compounds
Published: September 2024

This SAE Recommended Practice is intended for stakeholders of the automotive industry that are conducting emission testing on materials, parts, or components used in automotive interiors. Testing methods may specifically define the handling and packaging conditions for the material to be analyzed. In these cases, follow the method as closely as possible. Use this document as a guide where the protocol for handling and packaging the samples between production and testing may be undefined or ambiguous.
The Ontology of Parmenides According to Plato’s Parmenides
Authors: Brisson Luc
Published: October 2024

For Proclus, the subject of Parmenides’ hypothesis is the One and the verb to be has an existen- tial meaning. Modern commentators acknowledge the existential function of the verb, but propose different subjects. I try to explain why I give a predicative function to the verb to be, giving the world as its subject, one being the predicate.
A C/T Polymorphism at the 5’ Untranslated Region of CD40 Gene in Patients Associated with Graves’ Disease in Kumaon Region
Authors:   Multidisciplinary Research Unit, Government Medical College, Haldwani, Nainital, Uttarakhand, India, Shukla Sanjeev Kumar , Mehra Somesh , Pant Prabhat , Ahmad Shahzad , Singh Govind
Published: September 2024

Background: Graves’ disease (GD) is an autoimmune disorder with genetic predisposition and CD40 plays a pathogenic role in various autoimmune diseases. A single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) at position –1 of the Kozak sequence of the 5 untranslated region of CD40 gene of exon 1 has been reported to be associated with the development of GD. Objective: The aim of the present study was to investigate whether CD40 gene polymorphism confers susceptibility to GD in Kumaon region. CD40 gene polymorphisms were studied in GD patients (n=50) and healthy control subjects without anti-thyroid autoantibodies or a family history of autoimmune disorders (n=50). Material and Method: CD40 gene polymorphisms were studied in fifty GD patients and fifty healthy control subjects. All samples collected from STG Hospital, Haldwani, Nainital. A C/T polymorphism at position –1 of the CD40 gene was measured using the polymerase chain reaction restriction fragment length polymorphism. Results: There was no significant difference in allele or genotype frequency of the CD40 SNP between GD and control subjects. There was a significant decrease in the TT genotype frequency in the GD patients, who developed GD after 40 years old, then those under 40 years of age. These data suggest that the SNP of CD40 gene is associated with susceptibility to later onset of GD. Conclusion : The CD40 gene was a new susceptibility gene for GD within certain families because it was both linked and associated with GD. Keywords: Autoimmune Diseases, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Therapy
Pleomorphic Adenoma of Parapharyngeal Space: A diagnosis on Intraoral Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology with Review of Literature
Authors:   Department of Pathology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur, India, Khade Shalaka , Chaudhari Sachin , Bhatkule Milind , Gadkari Rasika
Published: September 2024

Parapharyngeal space (PPS) neoplasms are relatively rare. Pleomorphic adenoma in the PPS can arise from the deep lobe of the parotid, however those arising de novo are extremely rare. Diagnosis and management of PPS lesions can be difficult due to the anatomic complexity of the space. A 47-year-old female came with swelling in the form of a bulge in the oral cavity on the right submandibular region. An intraoral fine needle aspiration cytology done from the mass revealed features of a benign salivary gland lesion, favouring Pleomorphic adenoma, which was confirmed on histopathology. Pleomorphic adenoma of PPS are rare tumors. FNAC along with careful clinical examination and radiological correlation can prove to be an imperative tool in diagnosis of PPS tumors and can aid in the appropriate management of these tumors. Keywords: Parapharyngeal space, Pleomorphic adenoma, Cytology, Salivary glands, Neoplasms
O TRABALHO DO COORDENADOR PEDAGÓGICO EM UMA ESCOLA DO CAMPO
Authors: Silva Alice de Souza , Amorim Gisele Ferreira de , Soares Linda Carolina Ribeiro , Magalhães Terezinha Camargo
Published: September 2024

A Coordenação Pedagógica se estrutura como uma área da atuação docente responsável por administrar/organizar o trabalho pedagógico nas escolas, de forma a contemplar as necessidades da comunidade escolar. A organização escolar no espaço campesino caracterizando a Educação do/no Campo remete a metodologias diferenciadas que possam atender às diferentes demandas do público a ser trabalhado. Diante disso, o objetivo desse estudo centra-se em compreender o trabalho do Coordenador Pedagógico em Escolas do/no Campo, bem como as fragilidades e potencialidades presentes nesse espaço. Para se alcançar o objetivo esperado foi realizada uma pesquisa de campo de abordagem qualitativa com foco no acompanhamento da rotina de uma coordenadora de uma escola do campo do município de Paratinga-Ba, utilizando também do instrumento de coleta de dados uma entrevista não diretiva. Os resultados encontrados apontam que as fragilidades podem estar relacionadas a forma como se compreende o projeto de educação do campo, pois as escolas do campo apresentam características próprias acerca seu modo de vivência e organização, como potencialidade nota-se que a comunidade está engajada em buscar maior articulação com a escola a fim de unirem objetivo em comum.
Mythological plot of the creation of the world on ancient ceramics from Iturup Island
Authors: Василевский А.А.
Published: September 2024

Статья посвящена исследованию древнего искусства как источника информации о культуре айнов, населявших Курильские острова. Предметом исследования стала орнаментальная композиция на керамическом сосуде с острова Итуруп Большой Курильской гряды, датированном первой половиной – серединой первого тысячелетия нашей эры. В результате анализа предмета айнской керамики эпохи палеометалла описаны техника нанесения декора, впервые прослежены этапы кодирования мифологического сюжета о сотворении мира айнов «айну-мосир(и)», сопровождавшиеся заменой антропоморфных символов геометрическими. Таким образом, композиция многоэлементного орнамента предстает и как средство украшения изделий из керамики, и как средство и способ передачи сакральной информации, культурного кода, значимые для айнов как бесписьменного народа.

The article presents a study of ancient art as a source of information about the culture of the Ainu people, who inhabited the Kuril Islands. The subject of the study is an ornamental composition on a ceramic vessel from Iturup Island of the Great Kuril Ridge, dated to the first half to the middle of the first millennium AD. The analysis of Ainu ceramics from the Paleometal Age has enabled the technique of decoration application. The stages of encoding the mythological plot about the creation of the Ainu world, Ainu-mosir(i), accompanied by the replacement of anthropomorphic symbols with geometric ones, have been traced for the first time. Therefore, the composition of multi-element ornamentation serves two purposes: firstly, as a means of decorating ceramic products and secondly, as a means of transmitting sacred information and a cultural code that is significant for the Ainu as a non-written people.
Painting and graphics in the collections of the Literary and Art Museum of Anton Chekhov's the Sakhalin Island Book
Authors: Горбунова М.Ю.
Published: September 2024

Статья посвящена тематическому обзору произведений изобразительного искусства Литературно-художественного музея книги А.П. Чехова «Остров Сахалин». Музейное собрание, которое формируется с 1980-х годов, включает в себя коллекции «Живопись», «Графика», «Письменные источники», «Фотоматериалы», «Нумизматика/фалеристика», «Предметы быта и декоративно-прикладное искусство», «Скульптура» и состоит из основного и научно-вспомогательного фондов. Более восьмисот произведений живописи и графики в фонде музея — это преимущественно работы сахалинских художников, а также потомков А.П. Чехова — его племянников, Сергея Михайловича и Сергея Сергеевича Чеховых. Идейная сторона в подборе экспонатов определяется спецификой музея, которая предполагает не только наличие в фондах частных коллекций с чеховскими архивами, предметами, принадлежавшими самому писателю и его семье, но и направляет внимание на всесторонний показ книги «Остров Сахалин». Однако произведения изобразительного искусства из этого собрания имеют художественную значимость и должны быть осмыслены в рамках искусствоведения. В данной статье с помощью иконографического метода выделены и описаны основные темы, сюжеты и мотивы произведений, которые дают представление о идейно-тематической направленности коллекции дальневосточного искусства в этом музее.

The article presents a thematic review of works of fine arts of the Literary and Art Museum of Anton Chekhov's the Sakhalin Island Book. The museum collection, which has been formed since the 1980s, comprises the following sections: Paintings, Graphics, Written sources, Photographic materials, Numismatics and Phaleristics, Household items and decorative and applied arts, and Sculpture. These collections are divided into two main groups, namely the core collection and the auxiliary collection. The museum collection includes over eight hundred works of painting and graphics, the majority of which are the creations of Sakhalin artists, as well as descendants of A.P. Chekhov, specifically his nephews, Sergey Mikhailovich and Sergey Sergeevich Chekhov. The ideological aspect of the selection of exhibits is determined by the particular characteristics of the museum, which encompasses not only private collections comprising Chekhov's archives, items belonging to the writer himself and his family, but also directs attention to the comprehensive display of the book “Sakhalin Island”. Nevertheless, the artistic merit of the works of fine art from this collection should be acknowledged and contextualised within the broader framework of art history. In this article, the author employs the iconographic method to identify and describe the principal themes, subjects, and motifs of the works, thereby providing insight into the ideological and thematic orientation of the collection of Far Eastern art in this museum.
Fine arts of the Sakhalin Koreans in a cultural and historical context
Authors: Дин Ю.И.
Published: September 2024

Статья посвящена исследованию изобразительного искусства корейцев на Сахалине, сформировавшегося в результате органического сплава корейских традиций, влияния русской культуры и обстоятельств проживания на острове этой небольшой этнической группы. Корейцы на Сахалине прошли сложный путь адаптации и интеграции в многонациональное и мультикультурное советское и российское общество, у них формировалась особая культура, которая нашла свое выражение и в бытовых предметах, и в художественном, изобразительном, театральном и музыкальном искусстве. Данная тема впервые стала предметом комплексного научного исследования. Материалом послужили произведения народного творчества и изобразительного искусства из фондов Сахалинского областного краеведческого музея, Сахалинского областного художественного музея, художественная литература, архивные документы, интервью с представителями корейской диаспоры. Исследование проведено с использованием культурно-исторического и элементов иконографического методов.

The article is dedicated to the examination of the distinctive cultural practices and the fine art of the Koreans on Sakhalin. These practices have been shaped by a complex interplay of factors, including the integration of Korean traditions, the influence of Russian culture, and the specific circumstances of this small ethnic group's settlement on the island. The Korean population on Sakhalin has undergone a complex process of adaptation and integration into the multi-ethnic and multicultural Soviet and Russian society. During this period, this ethnic group developed a distinctive culture, which manifested in various forms, including everyday objects, as well as artistic, visual, theatrical and musical expressions. This is the first time that this topic has been the subject of a comprehensive scientific study. The material included works of folk art and fine arts from the collections of the Sakhalin Regional Museum and the Sakhalin Regional Art Museum. Additionally, it comprised art literature, archival documents on the history of Korean theatre on Sakhalin, and interviews with representatives of the Korean diaspora. The research was conducted using cultural-historical and iconographic methods.
Sakhalin avant-garde of the 21st century
Authors: Сулейманова А.П. , Завадская Н.С.
Published: September 2024

В статье представлен аналитический обзор становления авангардизма на территории Сахалинской области в XXI веке — начиная с ранних работ постсоветских художников и заканчивая современными тенденциями. Это дает возможность проследить эволюцию современного сахалинского изобразительного искусства, увидеть, как оно изменялось на протяжении десятилетий, познакомиться с персоналиями и оценить вклад каждого из художников. Новизна проведенного исследования заключается в комплексном анализе и освещении авангардного искусства на Сахалине в XXI веке. Цель — проследить эволюцию сахалинского авангарда с постсоветского периода до наших дней, а также выявить ряд тенденций в развитии искусства на Сахалине. Исследование проведено с применением иконографического метода и формально-стилистического анализа.

The article presents an analytical overview of the formation of avant-garde art in Sakhalin Oblast in the 21st century, commencing with the early works of post-Soviet artists and concluding with an examination of contemporary trends. This allows tracing the evolution of Sakhalin art after the USSR, seeing how it has changed over the decades, getting acquainted with the personalities and to appreciate the contribution of each artist. The novelty of this research lies in the comprehensive analysis and illumination of the distinctive phenomenon of avant-garde art in Sakhalin in the 21st century. The objective is to trace the evolution of the Sakhalin avant-garde from the post-Soviet period to the present day, as well as identify a number of trends in the development of art on Sakhalin. The research was conducted using the iconographic method and formal and stylistic analysis.
Mongolian sculptor Tsevegmid Amgalan and the monument dedicated to the victory in the battle on the Khalkhin Gol River
Authors: Белокурова С.М.
Published: September 2024

В сентябре 2024 года исполняется 85 лет разгрому японской армии на реке Халхин-Гол. Общая победа монгольских и советских войск стала важной вехой для хода дальнейших драматических событий 1940-х годов. Тема халхингольского сражения получила отражение и в изобразительном искусстве, особенно в монументальной скульптуре. Наиболее выдающимся памятником является монумент, созданный в 1981–1984 годах совместной советско-монгольской группой скульпторов и архитекторов. Одним из авторов стал Цэвэгмид Амгалан, талантливый скульптор, выпускник Академии художеств имени И.Е. Репина. Поскольку творчество Ц. Амгалана очень мало освещено в российском искусствоведении, автор статьи ставит перед собой ряд задач. Во-первых, рассмотреть основные этапы биографии скульптора, особенно период его обучения в Ленинграде. Во-вторых, провести анализ композиционных особенностей монумента, посвященного победе на Халхин-Голе. Исследование проведено с использованием историко-биографического и иконографического методов.

The anniversary of the defeat of the Japanese army on the Khalkhin Gol River will be marked in September 2024, 85 years after the event occurred. The triumph of the Mongolian and Soviet forces constituted a pivotal moment in the trajectory of the 1940s, marking the onset of a series of significant developments. The theme of the Khalkhin Gol battle (Nomon Khan Incident) was also reflected in the fine arts, particularly in monumental sculpture. The most notable monument is the one created between 1981 and 1984 by a joint Soviet-Mongolian group of sculptors and architects. One of the contributors was Tsevegmid Amgalan, a gifted sculptor and graduate of the Repin Academy of Arts. Given the paucity of coverage of Ts. Amgalan's work in Russian art history, the author of this article has identified several key objectives. Primarily, it is necessary to examine the sculptor's life and career, with a particular focus on his training in Leningrad. Secondly, an analysis of the compositional elements of the monument commemorating the victory at Khalkhin Gol is required. To achieve this, the study employs a combination of historical-biographical and iconographic methods.
Deterioro cognitivo en hombres jubilados del ejército de Guatemala según mini mental test, Folstein
Authors: Rivera Díaz Carlos Eduardo , Cárdenas Salazar Ana Belén
Published: September 2024

PROBLEMA: la jubilación es un proceso en el cual un trabajador activo pasa a pertenecer a la clase pasiva de inactividad laboral, provocando sedentarismo y disminución de actividad cognitiva lo cual puede influir en el deterioro cognitivo. OBJETIVO: determinar las áreas de exploración del deterioro cognitivo en hombres jubilados del Ejército de Guatemala en edades de 55 a 60 años que residen en zona 16 de la ciudad de Guatemala. MÉTODO: diseño no experimental, de corte transversal, de tipo cuantitativa y nivel de alcance descriptivo, se utilizó una muestra de 25 personas y como instrumento el Mini Mental Test de Folstein. RESULTADOS: el 76% de las personas evaluadas no proyectan deterioro cognitivo y el 25% deterioro leve, respecto a las áreas de exploración el 96% obtuvo el punteo máximo en el área de fijación, el 84% en el área de lenguaje, el 72% en el área de orientación, el 28% en el área de memoria y el 12% en el área de atención-cálculo. CONCLUSIÓN: la mayoría de los encuestados no presentan un deterioro cognitivo y la minoría que lo presenta está un grado bajo, la población está menos afectada en la fijación la cual mide la capacidad de la persona por retener información a corto plazo, y el área donde están mayormente afectados es la destreza de concentrarse y realizar cálculos matemáticos sencillos.
Idealización del envejecimiento fisiológico y patológico desde la perspectiva del adulto joven
Authors: Pérez Pérez Cornelio , López Padilla Karina Amarilis , Recinos Hidalgo Asunción Edelmira
Published: September 2024

PROBLEMA: ¿cómo se puede mejorar la perspectiva del adulto mayor joven en cuánto al envejecimiento saludable y no saludable? OBJETIVO: establecer la probabilidad de riesgo de envejecimiento fisiológico y patológico desde la perspectiva del adulto joven. MÉTODO: estudio descriptivo con resultados cuantitativos sobre “idealización del envejecimiento fisiológico y patológico desde la perspectiva del adulto joven” y aplicación de cuestionario abreviado FAPPREN a 40 adultos jóvenes que residen en el área rural, específicamente en el departamento de Huehuetenango. RESULTADOS: un total del 65% de la población evaluada que pueden presentar una probabilidad de un envejecimiento patológico y por otro lado el 35% de la población evaluada con resultado de posible envejecimiento fisiológico. CONCLUSIÓN: un posible envejecimiento neurodegenerativo patológico incluye percibir la vejez como una etapa terminal con nostalgia del pasado sin motivación, en comparación con el envejecimiento fisiológico que se espera llegar a ser adultos mayores, aceptar el curso vital, percibir la muerte como gran límite que acompaña a la vida todo esto con respecto a una buena posición anticipada respecto a la finitud.
Deterioro cognitivo y estilo de vida en adultos mayores institucionalizados y no institucionalizados
Authors: Estrada Orellana Angélica María , Casado Urizar Diana María
Published: September 2024

PROBLEMA: el rendimiento cognitivo y el estilo de vida de los adultos mayores son influenciados por factores psicosociales, el lugar de residencia se asocia de forma positiva o negativa en la capacidad que tienen de realizar las actividades rutinarias con autonomía e independencia funcional, resulta importante evaluar las diferencias en adultos mayores institucionalizados y no institucionalizados. OBJETIVO: evaluar el deterioro cognitivo y estilo de vida de adultos mayores institucionalizados y no institucionalizados. MÉTODO: estudio descriptivo de corte transversal con muestra poblacional de 25 adultos mayores de 60 años, encontrándose institucionalizados o no institucionalizados utilizando los instrumentos de Mini-Mental State Examination de Folstein para identificar algún tipo de deterioro cognitivo y el Test Fantástico para valorar el estilo de vida. RESULTADOS: los adultos mayores institucionalizados presentan mayor grado de deterioro cognitivo, siendo el 58% los que se encuentran en el grado de leve a moderado, en el 62% de no institucionalizados no existe deterioro cognitivo. La evaluación en estilos de vida demostró que los adultos mayores institucionalizados practican un buen estilo de vida, siendo el 20% y la densidad de adultos mayores no institucionalizados del 28% practican un mal estilo de vida.  CONCLUSIÓN: el ambiente de residencia del adulto mayor es un factor predominante para preservar o interferir en su rendimiento cognitivo y en los hábitos de su estilo de vida.
Caracterización del síndrome del ocaso en pacientes geriátricos en Zacapa, Zacapa
Authors: Casasola Gallego Kendy Rosmery , Estrada de León Pablo José
Published: September 2024

PROBLEMA: ¿cuáles son los factores médicos, psicológicos y sociales que contribuyen a la manifestación y evolución del síndrome del ocaso, en pacientes geriátricos en Zacapa, Zacapa? OBJETIVO: caracterizar el síndrome de Sundowning en pacientes geriátricos del departamento de Zacapa, con el fin de identificar los factores asociados y establecer posibles estrategias para su prevención y manejo. MÉTODO: estudio cuantitativo multivariado de corte transversal con enfoque analítico. RESULTADOS: el trastorno del ocaso, es un trastorno que se presenta comúnmente en personas mayores, especialmente en aquellos que sufren de demencia produciendo cambios en la estructura y función del hipotálamo, lo que puede contribuir a otros síntomas de la enfermedad, como problemas de memoria, cambios de comportamiento y trastornos del sueño. Se caracteriza por una exacerbación de los síntomas psicológicos y conductuales al final del día o por la tarde. CONCLUSIÓN: las personas que padecen síndrome del ocaso o sundowning así como un deterioro neurocognitivo, deben tener un abordaje integral proporcionado por un profesional de la salud con base a una evaluación exhaustiva para llevar una vida de calidad y conllevar cada una de las etapas de la demencia junto con el apoyo del cuidador, al que también le facilitará las tareas de cuidado. Así mismo, disminuir los síntomas de ansiedad, agitación, confusión y desorientación.
Resiliencia y experiencias adversas en crisis familiar en adolescentes desde la perspectiva de las neurociencias
Authors: Jiménez Texaj Ana Maribel
Published: September 2024

PROBLEMA: las situaciones de violencia que una persona puede experimentar a lo largo de su vida ponen en riesgo su integridad física y mental. Según algunos estudios estas experiencias adversas, las personas pueden almacenar información de manera disfuncional en las neuro redes de memoria y generar traumas complejos. Sin embargo, algunas personas desarrollan ciertas capacidades especiales que les ayudan afrontar desafíos y adversidades, como lo es la resiliencia.  OBJETIVO: identificar si existe una diferencia en la resiliencia que presenta un grupo de adolescentes que han vivido experiencias y adolescentes que no han vivido experiencias adversas. MÉTODO: el estudio es de tipo descriptivo de corte transversal con enfoque hipotético inductivo, se contó con una muestra de 90 adolescentes.  RESULTADOS: del total de la muestra de 90 adolescentes, 65 de ellos presentan bajo nivel de resiliencia representando un 58.5 % y 25 adolescentes presentan nivel alto de resiliencia representando un 41.5% de la muestra estudiada CONCLUSIÓN: el grupo de adolescentes que si vivieron experiencias adversas tiene mayores niveles de resiliencia representado a un 59% del total de la muestra mientras los que no tienen un porcentaje de resiliencia de un 41%. Los adolescentes que en algún momento estuvieron expuesto a experiencias adversas, tienen mayores índices de resiliencia, como una forma de sobrellevar el dolor y como mecanismo de defensa de su sistema nervioso.
ONE ASEAN ONE RESPONSE ROADSHOW: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF DISASTER COMMUNICATION FOR REGIONAL PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE MECHANISM IN THE PHILIPPINES AND MALAYSIA
Authors: Nugraha Ilham , Krismansyah Windra , Hidayat Muhammad
Published: September 2024

The ASEAN Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (ASEAN) is a multilateral, regional, and multistakeholder, multilateral organization with a focus on regional disaster preparedness and response coordination. This study aims to explore whether the AHA Centre successfully disseminated information about the ASEAN disaster management mechanism through the One ASEAN One Response Roadshow in the Philippines and Malaysia, while examining how intercultural communication differences in these two countries influenced the success of the information dissemination process. A case study approach will be utilized to provide a detailed examination of the phenomenon within real-life contexts, considering multiple perspectives and collecting abundant qualitative data. The findings from group discussions and observations indicate that participation of each representatives from government and UN agencies, international and intergovenrmental organisations, non-governmental organsiation, private sectors and media fulfilling the disaster communication foundation as an effective process of dissemination and information exchange. The results from this study reinforce the significance of a well-structured communication framework in enhancing disaster preparation and response, providing valuable insights for future disaster management initiatives within ASEAN region and beyond. Lastly, after understanding roles and responsibility of each organisation, the FGD was conducted to test appropriateness of employing information exchange from different cultures, contextualise key common understanding for an effective sharing experience, and expedite the inward and outward looking for each organisation to adjust and implement better approach for adaptability purpose.
THE PERSPECTIVE OF MILLENIALS AND GENERATION Z USERS ON ONLINE INVESTMENT PLATFORMS USING PERSONA APPROACH AND USER JOURNEY
Authors: Maulidya Syafira Nurilhaq , Effendy Faried , Wuryanto Eto
Published: September 2024

Millennials and Generation Z, especially those under 30, show strong interest in digital investment but often feel uncertain due to a lack of knowledge and confidence. This study aims to explore their perspective on online investment platforms by focusing on their motivations, goals, obstacles, and needs. The research begins with Desk Research and User Interviews, which are analyzed using Affinity Diagrams to understand these key areas. Based on the findings, a User Persona is created to represent typical users, offering insights into their behaviors and preferences. Additionally, a User Journey is mapped to illustrate users' activities before and after gaining investment experience. The study identifies the ‘Ardian’ Persona, a Millennial who is motivated by the desire to learn, save, and generate additional income. Ardian values safe and user-friendly investment platforms that meet his needs while avoiding potential obstacles. The User Journey reveals that before gaining investment experience, users focus on preparation and self-education, while after gaining experience, they shift their focus to managing investments to achieve their financial goals. This research contributes to UX by providing two key documents: the User Persona and the User Journey. These offer a detailed view of user motivations, challenges, and needs, which can guide the design and improvement of online investment platforms to better serve Millennials and Generation Z users.
THE ROLE OF BOJONEGORO REGENCY GOVERNMENT IN IMPLEMENTING SOCIOECONOMIC ENGINEERING POLICY TO ENHANCE THE WELFARE OF RICE FARMERS IN BOJONEGORO REGENCY
Authors: Arba’atun Yuni , Prihartini Indah , Ariadi Bambang Yudi , Tain Anas
Published: September 2024

This study aims to examine the role of the Bojonegoro Regency Government in implementing socioeconomic engineering policies to enhance the welfare of rice farmers in the region. The research population consists of all rice farmers participating in the Independent Farmer Program (PPM) and affiliated with 1,672 Farmer Groups spread across 28 sub-districts in the area. This study was conducted by distributing questionnaires to rice farmers who participated in PPM. The questionnaires were subsequently analyzed using the SPSS program. The Sobel test was used to analyze the indirect effects of social economic engineering policies on farmer welfare. The results indicate that the implementation of the Role of Bojongoro regency government in the implementation process of socio-economic engineering policy makes a significant contribution to improving the Welfare of Rice Farmers, particularly in terms of providing capital assistance and agricultural purchase guarantees. The findings of this study are supported by empirical data and analyzed statistically, thus providing evidence of the significant role of local government in promoting inclusive and sustainable rural development in the regions, which can directly or indirectly impact the improvement of rice farmer welfare in the areas.
Performance Analysis of Compression Algorithms on Matrix Data: Data Transfer Optimization in Microservices Architectures
Authors: Atasoy Faruk , Akkaya Alper , Kocakır Nadir , Karademir Önder
Published: October 2024

With the rapid proliferation of microservices architectures these days, the efficient and fast transfer of large matrix data between services has become a significant challenge. This study presents an analysis aimed at finding solutions to this challenge. The analysis addresses the compression and decompression of large matrix data, focusing on lossless compression algorithms to optimize data transfer without data loss. The study is implemented on an example scenario. This scenario is taken from a project with a microservice architecture. In the example scenario, an image processing service developed in Python programming language generates 640x480 matrix data. After going through a compression algorithm, this data is periodically transferred to a backend service developed in C# programming language. This data is then stored in a database. In the final stage, decompression operations are performed so that this data can be used for reporting. The performance of various compression algorithms in the data compression, database storage and report generation stages is extensively tested. Within the scope of the study, tests were performed using five different compression algorithms (Gzip, Zlib, Deflate, Brotli and Bz2). The results are obtained through performance tests aimed at determining the most optimized end-to-end solution. Analyzing the performance of the compression algorithms on the example scenario, the Brotli algorithm gives the most optimal result in terms of both speed and compression size. This work makes an important contribution to data transfer optimization in microservice architectures and provides a reference for research in this area by presenting the performance analysis of various compression algorithms.
Design of the recruitment and selection process for interns in a packaging manufacturing company
Authors: Hernández Laura Martínez , Ramos Oscar Rodríguez , Orencio María Cristina Martínez , Barrales Roberto Rosales , Barrales José Antonio Rosales , Pérez Victor Uriel Velasco , Martínez David Pitol
Published: September 2024

Currently, personnel selection is a necessary process that allows for analyzing individuals who wish to be part of any institution; this is the case in a packaging manufacturing company that recruits professional residents or interns with the aim of carrying out projects that contribute to the company’s growth, while allowing the interns to apply the knowledge acquired during their professional studies. However, there was no formal recruitment and selection process for professional residents, resulting in time inefficiencies, as candidates took an average of 5.41 hours to go through all the filters before being hired. Additionally, there was no designated person responsible for overseeing the interns, leading to projects not being completed satisfactorily. Consequently, there arose the need to apply the 8D methodology to organize, document, control, and evaluate the intern selection process within the company.
Formación docente: actualización y desarrollo profesional continuo en la era digital
Authors: Vizcaíno Cecilia de las Mercedes Pérez , Verdezoto Ruth Alexandra Livicota , Nastul Katherin Marian Vélez , Orellana María Brígida Peña , Santander Mary del Carmen Muñoz , Fajardo Zoila Isabel Troya
Published: September 2024

El artículo examina el papel de la formación docente en la era digital y la necesidad de competencias digitales garantizando que los educadores se adapten constantemente a las nuevas tecnologías. La educación continua es crucial, no solo para dominar habilidades técnicas, sino también para incorporar herramientas digitales en la enseñanza diaria. Se examinan temas como el uso de plataformas online, la enseñanza en entornos híbridos y el uso de la inteligencia artificial en el aula, ofreciendo consejos prácticos para gestionar las clases en este mundo digital. La calidad del aprendizaje puede verse influida por factores como la infraestructura inadecuada y la resistencia al cambio, que también son abordados por los docentes. Se presentan recomendaciones que se centran en iniciativas de desarrollo profesional, examinando su capacidad para garantizar una educación de calidad frente a la transformación digital. Asimismo, se destacan los métodos más eficaces para la formación de habilidades digitales y se promueven enfoques pedagógicos innovadores, como el aprendizaje basado en proyectos y el aprendizaje colaborativo, que permiten la creación de experiencias educativas interactivas y participativas. Finalmente, se revisan los efectos a largo plazo de la integración tecnológica en la formación docente tanto a nivel individual como en general, destacando la importancia de políticas educativas que promuevan el desarrollo profesional continuo para preparar a los docentes frente a los desafíos tecnológicos y optimizar su desempeño en el aula.
Pengaruh Jarak Clearance Pisau Dan Kecepatan Putar Terhadap Kinerja Mesin Pencacah Sampah Organik Untuk Pembuatan Pupuk Kompos
Authors: Ramadhani Muh. , Agustriyana Lisa
Published: September 2024

Mesin pencacah sampah organik merupakan teknologi inovasi yang berfungsi untuk memperkecil ukuran partikel dari sampah organik sehingga mudah terurai. Permasalahan dari mesin pencacah sampah organik ialah kurangnya informasi tentang faktor – faktor yang memengaruhi kinerja mesin pencacah sampah organik. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui pengaruh jarak clearance pisau dan kecepatan putar terhadap kinerja mesin pencacah sampah organik untuk pembuatan pupuk kompos yang bertujuan untuk mempermudah proses pembelajaran. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif untuk pengambilan data dengan menggunakan eksperimen variasi jarak clearance pisau yang digunakan 10, 20, dan 30 (mm); kecepatan putar mesin yang digunakan 600, 800, 1250, dan 1500 (rpm); data yang telah didapat dari hasil pengujian pencacahan dimasukkan kedalam tabel pada masing-masing perlakuan untuk menilai kapasitas yang dihasilkan mesin pencacah dan hasil cacahan. Untuk mengetahui pengaruh variabel bebas terhadap variabel terikat, digunakan metode statistik ANOVA. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pada parameter jarak clearance dan kecepatan putar berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja mesin. Pada variasi jarak clearance pisau 30 mm dan kecepatan putar 1500 rpm menghasilkan rata-rata kapasitas yang paling optimal dengan rata-rata 54,353 kg/jam. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, kombinasi parameter jarak clearance pisau 30 mm dan kecepatan putar 1500 rpm disarankan untuk diterapkan secara konsisten guna meningkatkan kinerja mesin pencacah sampah organik.
Pengaruh Media Pendingin Terhadap Sifat Mekanik Baja SKD 11 Dalam Proses Hardening
Authors: Kurniawan Rozaq , Agustriyana Lisa
Published: September 2024

Mesin pencacah organik merupakan mesin untuk menghancurkan sampah organik menjadi ukuran yang lebih kecil. Dalam proses pencacahan sampah organik, kemungkinan adanya batu atau kerikil yang tercampur dalam sampah organik dapat mengakibatkan tumpul pada pisau, oleh karena itu penelitian ini difokuskan untuk mendapatkan karakteristik pisau yang kuat dan ulet. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk menentukan media pendingin yang paling efektif dalam meningkatkan sifat mekanik baja SKD 11 setelah proses hardening, seperti kekerasan dan ketangguhan untuk penggunaan pada pisau pencacah sampah organik. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode eksperimental dengan variasi variabel bebas media pendingin (Air PDAM daearah malang, Air garam dengan kadar 10%, dan Oli SAE 40), sedangkan variabel terikat yang dipilih adalah nilai kekerasan dan nilai ketangguhan material. Metode pengolahan data menggunakan One-way Anova. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh media pendingin terhadap kekerasan dan ketangguhan. Semakin tinggi nilai kekerasan maka semakin rendah nilai ketangguhan, variasi media pendingin Oli SAE 40 adalah variasi media pendingin yang paling optimal untuk digunakan pada pisau pencacah sampah organik yang memiliki nilai kekerasan dan ketangguhan yang tinggi. Media pendingin Air PDAM daerah malang menghasilkan nilai kekerasan yang paling tinggi dengan hasil rata-rata 52,5 HRC dan nilai ketangguhan sebesar 0,0129 J/mm2 . Pada media pendingin Oli SAE 40 menghasilkan nilai ketangguhan yang paling tinggi dengan hasil rata-rata 0,029 J/mm2 dan nilai kekerasan sebesar 44,9 HRC. Kata kunci: media pendingin, pisau pencacah, proses hardening, uji impak, uji kekerasan.
Driving the Shift: Key Factors Influencing Compressed Natural Gas Adoption in Vehicles in Ilala, Dar Es Salaam
Authors:   Field Student, Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation P. O Box 1191, Dodoma, Tanzania., Kinyami Zamela Mussa
Published: September 2024

This study examines the factors influencing the adoption and usage of compressed natural gas (CNG) in vehicles, focusing on its potential as a cleaner burning hydrocarbon, and the challenges faced by vehicle owners in using CNG. A double hurdle model and descriptive statistics were applied to data collected from 100 randomly selected vehicle owners who visited three major petrol stations in Ilala district, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The findings reveal that higher education levels and younger vehicle age positively influence both the decision to adopt CNG and the intensity of its usage. Conversely, older vehicles and higher conversion costs hinder adoption. The study also identifies key challenges such as limited CNG infrastructure, high initial conversion costs, and safety concerns. The research underscores the need for targeted policies that enhance public awareness, expand refueling infrastructure, and provide financial incentives to facilitate the adoption of CNG in Tanzania’s transport sector. These measures could significantly contribute to the promotion of cleaner, more sustainable energy alternatives in the automotive industry.
Teachers’ Work Satisfaction and Service Execution
Authors:   Southern de Oro Philippines College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, S. Sale Ma. Lourdes , Quirap Erlinda A. ,   Southern de Oro Philippines College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines
Published: September 2024

Teachers encourage and help students to fully acquire holistic abilities used for their lifelong journey toward excellence. The purpose of this study was to examine the factors that affect teachers' work satisfaction and service execution. It aimed to answer the relationship between teachers’ work satisfaction and service execution among public school teachers. A descriptive correlational research design that included one hundred thirty-nine (139) public school teachers in the Balingasag, District, Division of Misamis Oriental, employing a universal purposive sampling. The study utilized adapted and modified instruments. The data was analyzed using statistical tools, including mean and standard deviation, and Pearson (r) correlation coefficients. The findings showed that there is a moderate positive correlation between teachers' work satisfaction and service execution levels. Teachers reported high work satisfaction due to supportive colleagues, positive leadership, conducive teaching conditions, and adequate compensation despite manageable workloads. High service execution among teachers is driven by the fulfillment of intrinsic needs related to existence, connectedness, and growth within their professional roles. Additionally, greater work satisfaction was found to correlate with improved service execution among teachers. It is recommended that the importance of promoting happy work environments and implementing initiatives to improve teachers' work satisfaction is emphasized, leading to improved educational outcomes.
Determination of Basic Needs Satisfaction of Students Studying in the Department of First and Emergency Aid
Authors:   Lecturer, Istanbul Galata University, Istanbul, Turkey, YÜCEL İlknur
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study; It is the determination of the satisfaction of the basic needs of university students. Research; The research was carried out with the participation of 1st year students studying in the first and emergency aid department of a foundation university and 93 students (Female: 75, Male 18) between 30.11.2022 and 10.04.2023. The "Personal Information Form" prepared by the researchers in the collection of the research data was collected with the "Basic Needs Satisfaction of University Students Scale". Analyses were performed with SPSS 25.0 program. In the analysis, the significance level was determined as 5%. Number, percentage, mean, standard deviation, median, minimum and maximum values were used as descriptive statistics. Histogram graphs were examined to check the normal distribution assumption. In addition, attention was paid to the fact that the skewness and kurtosis coefficients were between -1 and +1. In the comparison of the means of the two independent groups, if the normal distribution assumption is satisfied, the independent samples t-test; When normal distribution could not be achieved, Mann Whitney U test was used. Correlation analyses were performed to determine the relationships between quantitative variables. Since the normal distribution assumption could not be satisfied, Spearman correlation analysis was applied. In this study, the majority of the participants in the study were women, single, did not have children, studied in normal education, whose income was equal to their expenses, lived with their families, did not smoke or drink alcohol, and were able to meet the basic needs of the majority. Within the scope of "competence, autonomy and relationship", which are the scale sub-dimension scores of the participants participating in the study; There was no significant difference between gender, type of education, cohabitation status with family, and smoking and alcohol use. While there was no significant relationship between the ages of the participants and the "competence and autonomy" sub-dimension, a negative, weak and significant relationship was found between the age and the "relationship" sub-dimension, and it was determined that as the age of the participants increased, their satisfaction with their relations with the people at the university decreased. In this study, it was determined that meeting the basic needs satisfaction of the students studying in the first and emergency aid program has an important place.