bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ANALISIS TIPE FLUIDA MATA AIR PANAS BERDASARKAN DIAGRAM Cl-SO4-HCO3 DI DESA PINAESAAN KABUPATEN MINAHASA SELATAN
Authors: Syuly Ratag Angely , Bujung Cyrke A.N. , Tumimomor Farly Reynol , Polii Jeferson
Published: December 2023

Geothermal is a renewable energy source that occurs naturally beneath the earth's surface. This energy source comes from heating magma to rocks and water along with the elements contained in the earth's crust. North Sulawesi has the potential as a geothermal development area, either directly or indirectly. The research location in Pinaesaan Village has geothermal potential because it’s characterized by the presence of hot springs and is included in the Geothermal Work Area Kotamobagu. The purpose of this study was to determine the type of fluid and molecular functional groups of hot springs in Pinaesaan Village, South Minahasa Regency. By geochemical method using Cl-SO4-HCO3 diagram and FTIR, it’s known that the type of hot spring fluid in Pinaesaan Village is Chloride (Cl) type, and the molecular functional groups are C=O, where the constituents of the main chain C bind to Cl (Chloride) which corresponds to the result of fluid type.
POLA GRADIEN TEMPERATUR BAWAH PERMUKAAN DANGKAL MANIFESTASI PANAS BUMI DESA NOONGAN TIGA KABUPATEN MINAHASA
Authors: F. Landung Bethrany , Wenas Donny R. , Nusa Jeilen G. N. , Bujung Cyrke A. N.
Published: December 2023

Geothermal is one of the natural resources that has great potential to be used as a renewable energy. The existence of geothermal resource on the surface is reflected by the presence of the geothermal manifestations on earth surface. This research was conducted to map the shallow subsurface temperature and determine the temperature gradient pattern of the geothermal manifestation in Noongan Tiga Village, Minahasa. This research uses observation method by measuring the temperature at the depth of 3 cm, 9 cm, and 15 cm in the morning, daytime, and the afternoon at 10 different points. The results showed that in that in the morning the temperature average reached 42,03 0C at the depth of 3 cm, 50,09 0C at the depth of 9 cm, and 60,26 0C at the depth of 15 cm. In the daytime, the temperature average rises to 59,2 0C at the depth of 3 cm, 66,01 0C at the depth of 9 cm, and 76,16 0C at the depth of 15 cm. While in the afternoon the temperature average reaching 41,28 0C at the depth of 3 cm, 49,46 0C at the depth of 9 cm, and 59,38 0C at the depth of 15 cm. The temperature gradient obtained shows an increase in temperature where the deeper you go, the temperature increases, with a linear temperature gradient pattern to the northeast.
ANALISIS KARAKTERISTIK FLUIDA DAN ESTIMASI TEMPERATUR RESERVOIR MENGGUNAKAN GEOINDIKATOR Na-K-Mg DI KECAMATAN TOMPASO BARU
Authors: Lontoh Tesalonika , Taunaumang Heindrich , Polii Jeferson
Published: December 2023

Geothermal is a source of thermal energy contained in hot water, rock, water vapor, and other gases and minerals that are genetically inseparable from a geothermal system. This energy comes from heating water and rocks and other elements contained in geothermal energy stored in the earth's crust. Energy needs are increasing, various efforts are made to take advantage of the potential that exists in Indonesia, one of which is geothermal potential. Geothermal energy is a renewable natural resource with high potential and is one of the preferred energy sources in energy diversity. The existence of geothermal sources, marked by the presence of geothermal manifestations emerging to the surface, one of which is in Tompaso Baru District. The fluid samples were then tested in the laboratory, then data processing was carried out using the fluid geochemical method in the form of calculating the percentage of the Na-K-Mg geoindicator to determine the type of fluid and a geothermometer to determine the estimated reservoir temperature. By using the calculation of the percentage of chemical content from the laboratory test results Na/1000+K/100+√Mg and plotting a ternary diagram of a partial equilibrium waters type of geothermal fluid, namely a condition where the fluid has partially changed so that it is not fully in equilibrium, and calculations using a silica geothermometer the estimated reservoir temperature is 191.1078ºC, which is the type of reservoir with medium temperature.
Studi Batuan Pada Tanah Beruap Menggunakan SEM-EDX Dan FTIR Di Desa Tempang Minahasa Sulawesi Utara
Authors: Meruntu Drili Lidya Cintana , Wenas Donny R. , Umboh Sixtus I. , Bujung Cyrke A. N.
Published: December 2023

North Sulawesi has a fairly large geothermal potential, this is evidenced by the emergence of several types of geothermal manifestations, one of which is in the village of Tempang. The purpose of this study was to determine the microstructure of rocks and the types of rocks contained in the rocks in the manifestation area in the village of Tempang. The method that will be used in this research is to analyze in the laboratory using SEM-EDX and FTIR. The results showed that the mineral content and types of minerals around the geothermal manifestation in the form of steaming ground had 3 mineral elements, namely oxygen, silica, and aluminum. The percentage results from EDX for sample 1 contained Oxygen (O) 43.72%, Silica (Si) 54.12%, and Aluminum (Al) 2.16%. For sample 2, the content of oxygen (O) is 51.10% and silica (Si) is 48.90%. This is in accordance with FTIR measurements obtained that the mineral type of steaming ground rocks in Tempang Village is Quartz (SiO2).
Perbandingan Efisiensi Cooling Tower Unit 2 PLTP Lahendong Sebelum dan Sesudah Overhaul
Authors: Kulo Fingki Astrika , Palilingan Rolles Nixon , Bujung Cyrke A. N.
Published: December 2023

Geothermal Power Plant (PLTP) is a power plant that utilizes the heat generated by the bowels of the earth to produce electricity. efficiency is defined as the ratio between output and input in a process. Efficiency is one of the important equations in thermodynamics to determine how well the energy conversion or transfer process occurs. The research location of PLTP Lahendong unit 2 is located in Tondangow Village, South Tomohon District. This study aims to determine the comparison of the efficiency of cooling tower unit 2 before and after overhaul by processing data using the Ms. software application. Based on the results of the analysis, the efficiency value of the cooling tower of PLTP Lahendong Unit 2 before overhaul has an average value of 59% and the average value of cooling tower efficiency after overhaul is 63%. The magnitude of the efficiency comparison from the overhaul results in the average value of cooling tower efficiency increasing by 4%.
Frequency and outcomes of associated anomalies in anorectal malformation in children
Authors: Khan Muhammad Javed , Khan Muhammad Qasim , Ullah Kiramat , Kashif Muhammad , Iqbal Sikandar , Ali Abbas
Published: December 2023

Background and Aim: Anorectal malformations (ARMs) are frequently occurring abnormalities in newborns. The occurrence of these issues is due to prenatal dysmorphogenesis affecting the cloaca and urorectum, leading to a significant medical concern. The present study aimed to determine the incidence and outcomes of associated abnormalities in Children with Anorectal Malformations. Patients and Methods: This retrospective case series study was conducted on 46 anorectal malformation children in the department of Pediatric Surgery, Mardan Medical Complex, Mardan - Pakistan from January 2021 to December 2022. Anorectal malformation children requiring surgical intervention were enrolled. Demographics details, anorectal malformations, specific types, and associated congenital anomalies were recorded. Results: Of the total 46 anorectal malformation children, there were 30 (65.2%) male and 16 (34.8%) females. A fistula was detected in 35 out of 46 cases, constituting 76.1% of the total cases examined. The prevailing type of fistula identified was rectourethral 34.3% (n=12), with rectovestibular fistula following closely at 31.4% (n=11). The most frequently occurring associated anomaly was cardiac, observed in 39.1% (n=18) of cases, followed by urological anomalies, which were present in 30.4% (n=14) of the cases.  The present study found that anorectal malformation associated with functional outcomes mainly rely on the condition's severity.
Avaliação da gestão participativa nos Parques Estaduais abertos à visitação pública no estado de Minas Gerais
Authors: Oliveira Alex Luiz Amaral , De Oliveira Luiz Fernando Dada , De Carvalho Frederico Mendes , Moreira Simone Magela
Published: December 2023

A avaliação e a compreensão da efetividade da participação são fundamentais na promoção da excelência da gestão de uma Unidade de Conservação. Este estudo tem como tema central os Conselhos Consultivos dos Parques Estaduais abertos à visitação pública em Minas Gerais, e foi escrito após a aplicação de um questionário que permitiu realizar um diagnóstico de autopercepção da gestão participativa sobre o entendimento dos deveres tecnicamente definidos para esses conselheiros, estabelecidos no Decreto Federal 4.340/2002. O Estado de Minas Gerais, por meio de sua autarquia, o Instituto Estadual de Florestas, é responsável pela administração de 42 Parques, sendo 11 a base desse estudo por serem considerados abertos à visitação pública, possuindo infraestrutura adequada de recebimento e atendimento ao visitante. Nessa pesquisa avalia-se as potencialidades, dificuldades, carências e entendimentos dos conselheiros nas dimensões da institucionalidade, individualidade e funcionalidade por meio de uma adaptação da técnica denominada Medicion de la efectividadedel Manejo de Areas Protegidas, idealizada por Cifuentes, Izurieta e De Faria (2000). Foram obtidas, 127 participações, em um cenário total de 229 conselheiros. Os resultados evidenciaram a dominância do gênero masculino (68%), residentes em zonas urbanas (83%) e pós-graduados (55%). Nas dimensões institucional e funcional, a maior parte (56%) não possui clareza sobre os motivos da criação do Parque em que é membro conselheiro. Desconhecimento também em que, somente 8% compreendem os motivos da existência da unidade de conservação. Considerando-se a metodologia utilizada, avaliou-se a efetividade dos Parques com índice superior a 50% de seus conselheiros participando dessa pesquisa, e sua efetividade de participação foi considerada satisfatória. Entretanto, reforça-se a necessidade de ações contínuas como fator motivador para um maior envolvimento dos conselheiros e das comunidades locais na gestão dos Parques, fundamentais para que se alcancem seus principais objetivos de criação.
Perfil da agricultura e dos mercados de orgânicos no Brasil
Authors: Lourenço Andréia Vigolo , Gazolla Marcio , Schneider Sergio
Published: December 2023

O objetivo deste artigo é analisar qualiquantitativamente os dados estatísticos oficiais sobre a produção orgânica no Brasil e relacioná-los com tendências de consumo, de forma a explicitar mudanças ocorridas nos mercados alimentares de orgânicos brasileiros nos últimos anos. Para tanto, foi realizado um levantamento a partir dos dados do Censo Agropecuário 2017, complementado por séries históricas do Cadastro Nacional de Produtores Orgânicos. Além disso, foram levantadas informações sobre os mercados de orgânicos no país, bem como pesquisas que pudessem contribuir para a análise da dinâmica tanto da produção quanto do consumo de orgânicos. A análise dos dados do Censo apontou que os estabelecimentos com agricultura orgânica correspondem a 1,28% do total no país, compondo um perfil preponderante de estabelecimentos com área até 20 hectares. Os produtores orgânicos são, em sua maioria, agricultores familiares, proprietários de terras, com pouca orientação técnica. A análise dos dados evidencia um crescimento tanto do número de produtores certificados quanto dos mercados de orgânicos, uma heterogeneidade da agricultura orgânica e uma complexidade nas dinâmicas dos mercados que os dados analisados e disponíveis no país não permitem entender por completo. Aponta-se, a partir disso, para a necessidade de amplificação das informações sobre produção orgânica pelo IBGE, tendo em vista uma possível imprecisão da relevância da produção e dos mercados orgânicos no país.
Crise climática na cidade do Rio de Janeiro: agentes e territórios de informação no Twitter
Authors: Andrade Francisca Marli Rodrigues de , Barreto Tarssio Brito , Henriques Alen Batista
Published: December 2023

A pesquisa parte da tentativa de retratar a cidade do Rio de Janeiro – Brasil – em uma temporalidade específica, quando ocorre um evento climático extremo. Essa tentativa acontece no universo virtual do Twitter, para então buscar compreender as dinâmicas que caracterizam a participação social no processo de elaboração de informações sobre a crise climática, ou seja, identificar os agentes e os territórios de informações. Os dados analisados têm como origem as publicações no Twitter, referentes às fortes chuvas de abril de 2019 na cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Tais dados foram obtidos a partir da utilização da API do Twitter, no ambiente de programação R. Para coletar, tratar, organizar e sistematizar os dados, empregamos o enfoque metodológico da análise temática em duas etapas, as quais nos permitiram analisar 375 mil tweets. As análises desses dados foram complementadas por informações provenientes do IBGE e DATA.RIO. Os principais resultados sinalizam os condicionantes da exclusão digital das populações mais afetadas pela crise climática, principalmente: o grau de instrução escolar e a situação econômica das populações que habitam nos territórios mais afetados pelos impactos do evento climático observado, como elementos determinantes. Ademais, os resultados sinalizam a importância de combater o negacionismo climático – principalmente nas esferas públicas – e, portanto, pautar a criação de agendas de trabalho voltadas ao fortalecimento da participação social enquanto mecanismo de ampliação da governança climática e de redução das injustiças ambientais.
The Smenovekhovtsy Movement as the First Historical Attempt to Reconcile the Reds and the Whites: Achievements and Failures
Authors: Pushchaev Yu. V.
Published: December 2023

The history and results of the famous Smenovekhovtsy movement, which started with the Change of Signposts (Smena Vekh) publication in 1921, are observed. The paper states that the Smenovekhovtsy movement dropped off the field of public attention in the post-Soviet period, but now it is time to return to this phenomenon. The author considers the Smenovekhovtsy movement as the first historical attempt to reconcile the Reds and the Whites after the Civil War. From this point of view, the positive and negative sides of this movement are evaluated, as well as what lessons can be drawn from those events for today. The papers highlights the relevance and nonrandom popularity of the the Smenovekhovtsy movement’s ideas at the time of their very emergence. However, quite quickly this movement became extremely corrupt (messed up and fake) due to its leading participants. That way, the custommade nature, which it acquired quite soon, became obvious to many people. The Bolsheviks were not ready to make any serious compromises, except for tactical reasons — that was the initial mistake of the Smenovekhovtsy. The tragic fate of the leader of this movement Nikolay Ustryalov, and many other prominent participants was conditioned by the fact that their view and analysis did not involve the philosophical and metaphysical plane, being limited mainly to sociopolitical and economic reality. Therefore, their hopes for an early evolution of the regime did not come true. In case of such an ideocratic state as the USSR, it was essential to take into account both the philosophy of Marxism and its metaphysics. The historical results, which would allow to evaluate the Smenovekhovtsy movement, turned out to be twisted and ambiguous. It is impossible not to recognize the restoration of the state and the army, the international prestige of the USSR, which became the world’s leading power in the XX century. On the other hand, the Soviet great power ended with the collapse. The Smenovekhovtsy overestimated the state potential of Bolshevism. A take on the Soviet period of history, its pros and cons through the prism of the Smenovekhovtsy movement is quite useful. It is no coincidence that the features of historical Russia suddenly bled through the red contours of the USSR. This was exactly what the Smenovekhovtsy movement highly appreciated. But to what extent they bled through — this remains a subject for discussion until today.
Benefits of using ISSB in school buildings
Authors: Mauricia Nambatya
Published: December 2023

An output of the Open Development & Education, https://opendeved.net/
Workshop Report: Advancing Community Rights in Area-based Conservation
Authors:   Rights and Resources Initiative
Published: December 2023

The Convention on Biological Diversity Conference of the Parties (COP15) held in late 2022 marked the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) and its main area-based conservation target, which calls for conservation of at least 30 percent of terrestrial, inland water, and coastal and marine areas by 2030 (commonly referred to as 30×30). Central to this target and to the Framework in general was the recognition of the significant contributions of Indigenous Peoples and local communities to biodiversity conservation. The adoption of the GBF has opened new opportunities and risks for implementing its area targets in keeping with community-led and rights-based approaches to conservation (RBAs). With the negotiations now concluded, it is essential to shift attention and action to the implementation and monitoring of RBAs for these area targets, especially at country levels. This also requires building increased mutual understanding and collaboration across key constituencies and organizations that can support rights-based conservation. In this context, Rights and Resources Initiative (RRI), Campaign for Nature (C4N), the ICCA Consortium, and the Global Alliance of Territorial Communities (GATC) organized a one-day workshop during the New York Climate Week, 2023 aiming to mobilize collaboration and action on RBAs for the implementation and monitoring of 30×30 targets. This report compiles the key message of this discussion.
Cystic Degeneration within Non-functioning Pituitary Macroadenoma: Pathogenesis, Differential diagnosis and Surgical outcome with representative Case Illustration
Authors: Ahmed Nazmin
Published: December 2023

Cystic pituitary adenomas constitute diagnostic as well as therapeutic challenges in terms of accurate preoperative diagnosis, per operative incomplete removal, CSF leakage and recurrence. Thereby, understanding the pathogenesis of cyst formation, neuroimaging criteria of the cysts in different cystic sellar masses are important in preoperative counselling, operative strategy and predicting outcome.
Charting the Future The Synergy of Generative AI, Quantum Computing, and the Transformative Impact on Economy, Society, Jobs Market, and the Emergence of Artificial Super Intelligence
Authors: Zohuri, Bahman
Published: December 2023

This article delves into the captivating synergy between Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI) and Quantum Computing, illuminating their transformative impact on the economy, society, the job market, and the looming emergence of Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI). Generative AI, a creative powerhouse, is revolutionizing content creation and streamlining operations across industries. Quantum Computing, computing’s quantum leap, offers unprecedented processing power, promising to optimize supply chains, drive innovation, and address complex global challenges. The fusion of Generative AI and Quantum Computing amplifies their potential, creating a future where AI-driven solutions tackle profound problems. However, this transformative journey poses challenges to the job market, necessitating workforce adaptation. As we chart this course, we must address ethical and policy considerations, shaping a future where technology serves humanity’s best interests, inching closer to the realm of Artificial Super Intelligence. The article navigates this exciting landscape, offering insights into the future that is unfolding before us.
O eSocial como base de dados para o novo FGTS digital – análise da percepção dos gestores e profissionais de contabilidade no Estado do Amazonas
Authors: De Souza Marcos Antônio Mendes , Barros Melquezedeque Miranda , De Sousa Danilo Fontenele , Cavalcante Zuila Paulino
Published: December 2023

No Brasil, nos últimos anos, a prática contábil tem passado por profundas transformações devido às inovações introduzidas no Sistema Público de Escrituração Digital (SPED). Entre essas inovações, destaca-se o Sistema de Escrituração Digital das Obrigações Fiscais, Previdenciárias e Trabalhistas (eSocial), que será a base de dados para o recolhimento do Fundo de Garantia por Tempo de Serviço (FGTS), conhecido agora como FGTS Digital. O presente estudo tem como proposito, compreender, demonstrar e desenvolver conhecimento a respeito da percepção dos Gestores e Profissionais de Contabilidade do Estado do Amazonas acerca desse novo método de recolhimento de informações, através do eSocial. Trata-se de uma pesquisa quantitativa com dados primários e corte transversal em uma amostra não probabilística com 101 respondentes validos de diversas cidades do Amazonas dentre elas a capital, Manaus. Os resultados obtidos indicam que a utilização do e-Social como base de dados, requererá uma série de mudanças na rotina contábil das empresas, desde a adoção de novos procedimentos até a revisão dos processos envolvidos.
Um olhar para multimodalidade: análise comparativa de propagandas publicitárias do ensino de língua brasileira de sinais e língua inglesa à luz da gramática do design visual
Authors: Leal Jéssica Girlaine Guimarães , Da Silva Eldio Pinto , Acioli Moab Duarte
Published: December 2023

As línguas de sinais, nos últimos anos, têm sido alvo de vários estudos em todo o mundo. No Brasil, vem ganhando notoriedade com o reconhecimento da Língua Brasileira de Sinais - LIBRAS, pela Lei n. 10.436/02 e o decreto n. 5.626/05, passando paulatinamente a compor a grade dos cursos de formação docente de todo o país. No Brasil, as propagandas publicitárias de ensino desse idioma não aparecem ligadas a nenhuma franquia de idiomas, mas como oferecimento de cursos por pessoas especializadas na língua, diferentemente do que ocorre com o ensino de língua orais, como por exemplo, o de Língua Inglesa. Diante disso, este artigo objetiva comparar os cursos de Língua Brasileira de Sinais e língua inglesa, em franquias ou cursos livres brasileiros, por meio da análise de imagens de propagandas publicitárias. Para realização dessa pesquisa, nos ancoramos nos conceitos e postulados da Gramática do DesignVisual, de Kress e Van Leeuwen (2006) e Almeida (2008). A escolha das imagens foi feita partir de pesquisa na internet e em redes sociais de livre circulação, tendo em vista as ofertas de idiomas. Após a análise, verificamos que o ensino da Língua Brasileira de Sinais, em comparação ao de inglês, relacionados nas imagens de campanhas publicitárias de cursos livres e franquias selecionadas, apontam relações de poder bastante acentuadas como também direcionam algumas projeções da Libras no mercado brasileiro.
Pelatihan dan Pemanfaatan Video Company Profile sebagai Media Promosi pada Taman Belajar di Karanganyar
Authors: Norhikmah Norhikmah , Rianda Farhan Riski
Published: December 2023

Pada lembaga pendidikan yang berbasis swadaya masyarakat atau gratis memiliki stigma dimasyarakat bahwa lembaga pendidikan tersebut belum bermutu, karena dimata masyarakat semakin mahal biaya pendidikan semakin bagus mutu pendidikannya. Lembaga paud taman belajar anak termasuk dalam kategori swadaya masyarakat, yang baru berjalan kurang lebih 1 tahun, dan memiliki 6 fasiitator serta beberapa relawan, untuk setiap kegiatan para fasilitator dituntut untuk mendokumentasikan hasil setiap kegiatan dengan baik dan bagus sehinga pesan yang ingin disampaikan dalam video tersebut tersampaikan dengan baik. Maka dari itu dibutuhkan pelatihan untuk fasilitaor bagaimana mengambil video dan gambar dengan benar sehingga dapat dijadikan sebuah rangkaian video yang dapat menjadi profile untuk taman belajar. Dengan tahapan pelatihan, yang pertama penentuan konsep, kedua pengambilan gambar, ketiga editing, tahapan terakhir publish kesesosial medi. Sehingga kemanfaatan video company profile untuk dapat memberikan informasi dan gambaran visual yang lengkap dari latar belakang, fasilitas yang dimiliki sampai dokumentasi kegiatan siswa, dengan hasil evaluasi untuk informasi kualitas gambar dan suara video dengan jumlah persentase sebesar 66,7 % , yang harapannya video company profile tersebut dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai media promosi sehingga informasi dapat tersampaikan kepada semua lapisan masyarakat, dan dapat juga membangun branding tersendiri pada lembaga paud taman belajar anak.
On Orthogonal Reverse α-Derivations of Semi-prime -Ring
Authors:   Faculty of Administration and Economics, Economics department, University of Misan, Iraq, Albayati Mudheher Abdul-Jabbar H.
Published: December 2023

In this paper, the concept of reverse a-derivation on G-ring M, and some results concerning two reverse a-derivations on M that are related to classical result of E.Ponser are presented. These results shows that if M is a2-torsion free semiprime G-ring, d and g are non-zero reverse derivations of M, then dg are not a non-zero derivation. The new main results present and study notion of orthogonally reverse a-derivations of M.
Neurodevelopmental delay, corneal clouding, hypomyelinating leukoencephalopathy: think mucolipidosis IV
Authors: Tadevosyan Mane , Sukhudyan Biayna , Babikyan Davit , Boltshauser Eugen
Published: December 2023

Mucolipidosis type IV (MLIV) is an ultra-rare autosomal recessive lysosomal disorder characterized by typical neurological (early-onset developmental delay, spasticity), ocular (corneal clouding, retinopathy), and characteristic MRI findings (hypomyelinating leukoencephalopathy, thin corpus callosum, cerebellar atrophy). Although MLIV is predominantly reported in patients in the Ashkenazi Jewish community, it is a pan-ethnic disorder. The authors report on two siblings of Armenian origin with global neurodevelopmental delay, ophthalmological abnormalities and characteristic MRI features suggesting MLIV. Whole-Exome Sequencing confirmed two pathogenic variants in the MCOLN1 gene. This constellation of clinical and neuroimaging findings has been confirmed to provide a basis for the diagnosis of MLIV, and it is suggested that a focused diagnostic work-up should be considered for unexplained neurodevelopmental disorders.
Contribution of perfusion imaging and magnetic resonance spectroscopy in the diagnosis of cerebral lymphoma
Authors: Irles Emmanuel , Behar Samy , Rieu Anaël , Kayayan Hampar
Published: December 2023

The authors present a case of a primary cerebral tumor, strongly suggestive of lymphoma on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Perfusion MRI and magnetic resonance spectroscopy enhanced the morphological findings, allowing the diagnosis range to be refined. Although histological proof is imperative in most cases, being able to give a precise diagnosis orientation allows clinicians to
project themselves on future management of the disease and further strengthening the bond of trust between the caregivers. This also highlights the preponderant role of radiologist-physicians in patient care, suggesting a range of diagnoses and not just limited to describing images.
Pemanfaatan Metode Cooperative Script dalam Meningkatkan Kemampuan Membaca Puisi pada Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Kilikily Cristianti Costafina , Johansz Dovila
Published: December 2023

This research aims to investigate the use of the Cooperative Script Method in improving the ability to read poetry in elementary school students. This research was carried out on Class V students of Yamluli Christian Elementary School, Southwest Maluku Regency. This researcher is conducting classroom action research to describe student activities in the Indonesian language learning process using the Cooperative script method to improve poetry reading skills. The results of this research show an increase in poetry reading skills seen in the initial test results with a score of 46.27 and an increase in cycle I with an average score of 63.81 and an increase in cycle II to 72.27 so this research is said to be successful because it has met the KKM. at Yamluli Christian Elementary School it was 65.
Pengaruh Model Problem Based Learning Berbantuan Miniatur Kincir Air Pembangkit Listrik untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Berpikir Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Fahruddin Muhammad , Widiyono Aan
Published: December 2023

21st century education develops 4C competencies (Creative, Critical thinking, Communication, Collaboration), including learning in Social Natural Sciences (IPAS). International surveys show that Indonesia has a level of student scientific ability below the global average. This research aims to determine the effect of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) learning model with the support of miniature power plant waterwheel media on students' critical thinking skills. This research uses a one-group pretest-posttest design. The research sample consisted of 10 students. Data collection tools through description tests. The results of the research show that there is a significant increase in students' critical thinking abilities after implementing the PBL model using a miniature waterwheel for power generation. The PBL model provides students with a more in-depth, active learning experience and the miniature waterwheel media helps students understand science concepts very well. This research underlines the importance of innovative models in science education to improve students' critical thinking abilities.
DİJİTAL TEDARİK ZİNCİRİ LİTERATÜRÜNÜN BİBLİYOMETRİK ANALİZ YÖNTEMİYLE İNCELENMESİ
Authors: Baştuğ Murat , Kayhan Ramazan
Published: December 2023

Bu çalışmanın amacı, bibliyometrik analiz yöntemi kullanılarak Dijital Tedarik Zinciri (DTZ) literatürünün incelenmesidir. 2012 – 2022 yılları arasında Web of Science (WoS) veri tabanında yayınlanan 106 makale analize dahil edilmiştir. Öncelikle, belirli bibliyometrik göstergeler yardımıyla 106 makaleye ilişkin genel bir bakış sunularak alanın önemli dergileri, makaleleri ve üretken yazarlarıyla alanda öne çıkan üniversiteler ve alana öncülük eden ülkeler tespit edilmiştir. Daha sonra atıf analizi, ortak atıf analizi ve ortak kelime analizi gibi bibliyometrik yöntemler kullanılarak DTZ literatürüne ilişkin bilimsel alan haritalaması yapılmıştır. Atıf analiziyle, alanın yüksek atıflı makaleleri arasındaki bağlantı gücü; ortak atıf analiziyle, birlikte atıf yapılan çalışmalar arasındaki ilişkilerin yoğunluğu ve gücü; ortak kelime analiziyle de DTZ’nin ilişkili olduğu kavramlar saptanmıştır. Araştırma bulguları, DTZ ile ilgili son yıllarda bilimsel yayın sayısının arttığını, ABD ve Hindistan’ın en üretken ülkeler, Supply Chain Management: An International Journal’ın ise en üretken ve etkili dergi olduğunu göstermektedir. 2021 yılına kadar olan çalışmaların tedarik zincirinin dijitalleşmesi, tedarik zincirinde dijital dönüşüm, inovasyon, teknoloji ve nesnelerin interneti; 2021 yılından sonra ise Covid-19 pandemisinin de etkisiyle akıllı tedarik zinciri, tedarik zincirinde üretim, sürdürülebilirlik, dirençlilik, dijital ikiz, blok zinciri ve 3D baskı gibi konulara yoğunlaştığı tespit edilmiştir.
DOES POWER DISTANCE AT WORK MAKE EMPLOYEES LONELY?
Authors: Batmaz Yıldız Gözde , Öncer Ayla Zehra
Published: December 2023

The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between perceived power distance and loneliness at work and whether these variables differ according to demographic characteristics. The Perceived Power Distance and Loneliness at Work scales were used as data collection tools. Descriptive statistical methods were used, as well as independent samples T, ANOVA, and Pearson correlation analysis. Research conducted on 422 employees working in Bolu Municipality, Mersin Metropolitan Municipality, and District Municipalities revealed a statistically significant relationship between employees’ power distance perceptions and loneliness at work. In addition, a significant difference was found between the mean scores of loneliness at work and the emotional deprivation dimension according to age and educational status.
FINANCIAL COMPETITIVENESS OF COMPANIES OPERATING IN THE AIR TRANSPORTATION SECTOR IN BORSA ISTANBUL
Authors: Altın Hakan
Published: December 2023

The main objective of this study is to evaluate the financial competitiveness of companies operating in the air transportation sector in Borsa, Istanbul. Three companies are operating in the air transportation sector in Borsa Istanbul. Generally accepted financial ratios were used to determine the financial competitiveness of these companies. The period analyzed in the study using quarterly balance sheet periods is between 06/2019 and 03/2023. The number of periods is sixteen. On the other hand, balance sheet periods in which each company announced a loss were excluded from the analysis. The implementation process of the study consists of three stages. First, the OCRA method is used to determine the financial competitiveness of companies. Second, the findings obtained are compared with the ARAS method. Finally, the statistical significance of the results obtained from the two methods is tested with Spearman rank correlation. The CRITIC method, which is based on the standard deviation of each criterion and its relationship with other criteria, was used in the weighting process. The study results provide important information about airlines' liquidity, managerial behavior, profitability and market capitalization. This information interests all market participants who can help them make investment decisions.
Economic analysis of biogas production from pineapple waste as alternative source of energy in a pineapple processing plant, case of Del Monte Kenya Limited
Authors: Otieno Edwin Ochieng , Kiplimo Robert , Mutwiwa Urbanus N.
Published: December 2023

This paper evaluates the economic aspect of utilizing biogas from pineapple waste as a source of energy in a pineapple processing plant, case of Del Monte Kenya Limited (DMKL). Del Monte Kenya Limited, a known exporter of canned pineapple, lies on approximately 10,000 acres of pineapple plantation. The company’s processing capacity of 100,000 tons of pineapple yearly produces approximately 23,000 tons of pineapple waste per year. Currently these wastes are sold to local farmers as animal feed at $20 per ton. A study was conducted at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) that revealed that a ton of pineapple waste has the potential to generate 7.41 m3/day of biogas. Cost comparative analysis was conducted between employing anaerobic digester to treat pineapple wastes to generate biogas for usage within the plant and selling the waste to locals for feeding the livestock. The results revealed that it is more economical to use wastes to generate biogas as an alternative source of energy in the processing lines. The net present value (NPV) of $1,939,019 internal rate of return (IRR) of 16% and payback period of 4 years was estimated. The positive value of NPV shows that the project is viable.
Exploring the role of autoantibodies in Iraqi females with polycystic ovary syndrome
Authors: Karawi Abdullah , Kadhim Ali
Published: December 2023

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrinopathy that affects 5-10% of women during their reproductive years. Clinicians characterize it by the occurrence of ovarian cysts, oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea, and either clinical or biochemical evidence of hyperandrogenism. Recent research suggests a potential link between autoantibodies and PCOS development.
Aim of study: This study investigated the relationship between autoantibodies and Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Materials and methods: The study involved a total of 150 female participants diagnosed with PCOS, aged between 20 to 35, and a control group of 150 individuals. We utilized chemiluminescent immunoassays to measure Anti-thyroid antibodies thyroglobulin (TG) and thyroid peroxidase (TPO). We conducted IgM and IgG for anti-cardiolipin (ACL) and β-2 glycoprotein I (B2GPI) using the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). To measure lupus (La), we employed coagulation time. To assess the serum levels of total antibodies Ig (M, G, A), Serum amyloid A (SAA), High-Sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), and Procalcitonin (PCT), we used nephelometry methods.
Results: In our findings, patients showed a significantly higher level of TPO autoantibodies (91.9±14.7) compared to the control group (12.4±5.1). This difference was highly significant (<0.001). Similarly, we observed high levels of anti-TG antibodies in patients (50.4±10.3) compared to the control group (30.6±7.2). This points out the important role of both TPO and TG antibodies in this context. Moreover, the level of IgM for ACL was significantly higher in patients (19.2±4.2 AU/dl) than in controls (3.3±1.0 AU/dl). The level of IgG for ACL was also higher in patients (22.5±2.3 AU/dl) compared to controls (3.3±1.0 AU/dl). These increases in ACL antibodies in patients suggested a risk factor for the disease. Additionally, Serum amyloid A (SAA) and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) were significantly higher in patients, with measurements of 66±10.4 (AU/ml) and 55±12.5 (AU/ml) respectively, compared to controls who had measurements of 3.6±1.9 (AU/ml) and 2.3±0.98 (AU/ml) respectively, which was highly significant (<0.001). Procalcitonin (PCT) was also highly significant in patients (40±6.3 AU/ml) compared to the control group (6.4±2.6 AU/ml). Lastly, the concentration of total IgG antibodies was significantly higher in patients (25.3±2.6 AU/dl) than in controls (4.3±1.0 AU/dl), with a significant difference (P=0.006).
Conclusion: High concentrations of autoantibodies in patients suggest a risk factor and positive associations with the disease.
Optimizing Ride-Hailing Platforms: A Comprehensive Evaluation of Drivers' Perspectives on Application Features and Rating Systems
Authors: Altamimi Farasin , Alhammad Muna
Published: December 2023

Transportation is a critical aspect of daily life, and governments strive to facilitate people's movement efficiently and safely. The proliferation of ride-hailing applications has introduced challenges for drivers, prompting the need for a comprehensive evaluation. This study focuses on assessing ride-hailing applications and their rating systems from the drivers' perspective. Through two conducted focus groups involving 13 participants, drivers shared insights on improving their experiences and enhancing rating systems. The analysis of their discussions revealed key themes, emphasizing the necessity of adjusting certain application features and advocating for a practical and efficient redesign of rating systems. This research contributes valuable insights to the ongoing discourse on optimizing ride-hailing platforms for both drivers and riders.
The Interrelationship of History, Civilization, Unconformity & Urdu Literature
Authors: Shad Dr Rahmat Ali
Published: December 2023

History took its origin from tales and fables. Then, every passing moment of time rendered maturity to human experience and it blessed the consciousness of man with light. Man, since the birth of the world till present era, has been passing through various ages. Man has covered the different stages of progress with unique culture and civilisation of his time. Thus, he has been gathering wisdom and powerful sensibilty on his eternal journey. The study of culture and civilisation includes man's living customs and traditions, philosophy and ideas, various sciences, principles of politics and economics, language and literature, tales and folklores, rites and religions etc. Culture and civilisation has lasting impression on literature of every age. The root cause of moral barrenness and crisis of our character is our indifference from history and disharmony with our culture.
Current status and future directions of AI utilization guidelines in universities
Authors:   Liberal Arts Innovation Center, Kim Sang Cheol
Published: December 2023

In this study, we analyze and compare the ‘AI utilization guidelines’ currently being produced and distributed by major universities in the Republic of Korea. Based on this analysis, we present the direction that universities should pursue and maintain in terms of their AI utilization guidelines. The analysis yielded several important fi ndings, as follows. (1) Emphasizing the independence and responsibility of instructors and learners is essential. (2) Clearly distinguishing and outlining the roles of instructors and learners is crucial. (3) Both the positive and negative aspects of using generative AI in education should be addressed. (4) The guidelines should align with the educational mission of the university and serve the public interest. (5) Including a checklist for AI utilization within the guidelines is advisable. (6) Concepts, definitions, and characteristics of AI understanding should be introduced. (7) The ability to review generative AI responses should be cultivated, with an emphasis on the need for thorough reviews. (8) Ethical usage of AI must be required and explicitly stated. (9) Security concerns need to be clearly documented. Through this study, universities will be better equipped to identify and address issues related to the rapidly evolving fi eld of generative AI, including technologies like ChatGPT.
Exploring the World Heritage Value of Koryo Theart
Authors:   Liberal Arts Innovation Center, Yu Ri
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study is to explore the value of Koryo Theart as a World Cultural Heritage Site by examining the value of Koryo Theart in Kazakhstan as a heritage and analyzing the suitability of listing it as a cultural heritage according to the World Heritage Evaluation Standards. To this end, the concept, type and the standards of world cultural heritage were confi rmed. In addition, the cultural heritage of Kazakhstan, which has already been registered, and the criteria for its registration were confi rmed. Next, in order to reveal the cultural value of Koryo Theart, the history of Koryo Theart, the relationship between Koryo Theart and Koryoin, and the role of Koryo Theart that continues to this day were examined. In addition, the World Heritage value of Koryo Theart was analyzed based on the criteria for listing cultural heritages similar to Koryo Theart. Considering the historical value of the suppression of minorities and the history of fairy tale policies, starting with the role of the Koryo Theart and the active migration policy, the Koryo Theart has cultural heritage value. The criterion for judgment is “bear a unique or at least exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or to a civilization which is living or which has disappeared” and “be directly or tangibly associated with events or living traditions, with ideas, or with beliefs, with artistic and literary works of outstanding universal signifi cance”.
A Study on the Improvement of the Curriculum for traditional Chinese Han-tang dance in the Department of Dance at Chinese Universities Using the Modifi ed Delphi Techniques
Authors:   Liberal Arts Innovation Center, Li Qia , Lee Ju Hee
Published: December 2023

This study aims to explore operational strategies for revitalizing the education of traditional Chinese Han-Tang dance in the dance departments of nine Chinese universities with established Han-Tang dance professors and research centers. To achieve this, a survey using the Modified Delphi method was conducted with 20 experts, including participants in Han- Tang dance research projects at the selected nine Chinese universities and university instructors. The results categorized improvement factors for the Han-Tang dance education curriculum and approaches into four main areas: Administration and Finance, Organizational, Educational Environment and Facilities, and Professional Staffi ng and Educational Program. Based on these fi ndings, recommended strategies are presented for establishing an eff ective educational system for Han-Tang dance in Chinese dance departments are presented.
‘Recommended course’ based on course evaluations: Focus on A University case
Authors:   Liberal Arts Innovation Center, Jeong Hye In , Kim Jin Young
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study is to identity the factors related to a course becoming a ‘recommended course’ based on course evaluation results. In this study, data was collected in the form of 14,879 course evaluations spanning 10 semesters from A University. The variable with the greatest explanatory power to predict the willingness to recommend a course was ‘Course improvement since the midterm course evaluation’. The predictors of willingness to recommend a course were analyzed by course evaluation group. The highest explanatory power was found for ‘Improved understanding of the field’ for the upper group and ‘Course improvement since midterm course evaluation’ for the lower group. Teaching sincerity was the least explanatory variable in both the upper and lower groups. The variable with the largest difference in scores between the groups was willingness to ‘recommended the course’, with the lowest mean score in the lower group. This shows that courses with higher mean scores are more likely to be recommended. This study confi rms the need for midterm course evaluation as a formative assessment and suggests the need for research on course evaluation according to changes in the educational environment.
A Study on the residential service needs and support measures of people with developmental disabilities
Authors:   Liberal Arts Innovation Center, Kim Dong Ki
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study is to identify and propose the needs of people with developmental disabilities for residential services and the necessary support measures in order for them to live an independent life in the community. To this end, focus group interviews were conducted with 5 parents with developmental disabilities.
The main fi ndings are as follows. First, in relation to caring for children with developmental disabilities, it was found that they are facing difficult situations due to challenging behaviors, poor health care, maladaptation to new environments and changes in circumstances, and conflicts within the family. Second, as a housing support service necessary for the independent life of people with developmental disabilities, the introduction of a national responsibility system for people with developmental disabilities, the development of a standard manual to promote communication, the strengthening of lifelong education for each level, the strengthening of income security, and the expansion of specialized medical services were proposed. Therefore, based on the results of these studies, we proposed the policy and practical implications necessary for the self-reliance of the local communities of the developmental people.