bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Urgency of Establishing Provisions of Laws and Regulations Concerning Aircraft Mortgages
Authors: Andrade Timothy Arviando , Hafidz Iqbal
Published: January 2024

Until now, it is known that there are no specific regulations that specifically regulate aircraft mortgages. If this situation continues, it will maintain legal uncertainty due to legal vacuum demonstrated by the absence of legal norms that specifically regulate the imposition of aircraft mortgages. This research aims to examine and comprehend the arguments which justify for the urgency of establishing the provisions of laws and regulations on aircraft mortgages. This research approaches the topic from legal perspective, using the normative juridical method. This research will closely examine several relevant the provisions of laws and regulations to identify and analyze the legal issues. Research has shown that the arguments which justify for the urgency of establishing the provisions of laws and regulations on aircraft mortgages is to create legal certainty. Likewise, there are several benefits obtained if legal norms have provided certainty and clarity about the imposition of aircraft mortgages.
Knitting Legislative Meaning: A Review of Disability Education Policy in the Law on the National Education System and Disabilities
Authors: Abdussamad Zamroni , Triningsih Anna , Muhtar Mohamad Hidayat , Lubis Arief Fahmi , Widjajanti Wiwik Widyo , Agus Dede
Published: January 2024

This study set out to address the question, "How is the future legal construction of the pattern of implementing inclusive, specialized, and equal Education for Persons with Disabilities in Indonesia?" The normative issue of how disabled people in Indonesia are often managed inspired this study. The Law on the Education System and the Law on Disabilities both include ambiguous principles on inclusive and special (segregated) education. The Statute Approach method was used to conduct this normative assessment of the law. The study's findings suggest that moving forward, Indonesia will revise legal norms in both laws and the integration of special schools and regular schools by establishing special units in regular schools to accommodate students with disabilities, all with the goal of achieving full inclusive education for people with disabilities. This may be done in increments, on a continuous basis, and using metrics based on the state of Indonesia's infrastructure right now
Optimization of The Use of The I-24/7 Network System by Bagkominter to Overcome Transnational Crime The Realization of Modern Police in The Era 4.0
Authors: Sari Nufani Puspita , S Basir - , Yola Lin -
Published: January 2024

Indonesia has committed and is ready to implement Industry 4.0 to build a globally competitive manufacturing industry. Polri participates in supporting Indonesia towards the 4.0 era. Through precision towards modern policing, it is hoped that all police officers must be able to make good use of digital technology and continuously improve their capabilities in its implementation. The International Communications Section or abbreviated as Bagkominter has the main task of organizing and developing an information exchange system in efforts to prevent and eradicate international/transnational crimes through the INTERPOL network (I-24/7), ASEANAPOL and other information facilities; as well as collecting information and data processing. Based on the explanation described above, the problem will arise "How to optimize the use of the I-24/7 Network System by the Kominter Unit to Overcome Transnational Crime in the Context of Realizing Modern Police in the 4.0 era?". From these main problems, the author also creates problems, including: "How do you optimize human resources, budget support, infrastructure and methods in using the I-24/7 network system by Bagkominter?" The approach used in this thesis is qualitative by using descriptive analysis method. Data collection techniques using interviews. Data analysis techniques using data reduction. data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Based on the research results, it can be explained that there is still a limited number of personnel and personnel competence, the operating budget for the I-24/7 network system is still inadequate, the facilities and infrastructure owned are still inadequate and the methods for dealing with transnational crimes are still not running optimally
ANALISIS PENGENDALIAN INTERNAL PADA SIKLUS PRODUKSI: STUDI KASUS PADA PERUSAHAAN BIDANG FABRIKASI DAN ALAT TRANSPORTASI
Authors: Vivian Vivian , Harahap Siti Nurwahyuningsih
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis dan memberikan rekomendasi mengenai pengendalian internal dalam siklus produksi di PT ABC. PT ABC merupakan perusahaan privat yang bergerak di bidang fabrikasi dan alat transportasi berupa dump trucks, trailers, dan tank trucks. Tujuan PT ABC adalah memproduksi produk dengan kualitas terbaik dan mengirimkan produk tepat waktu. Berdasarkan tujuan perusahaan, siklus produksi merupakan aktivitas utama dalam operasional bisnis dan PT ABC perlu memiliki pengendalian internal yang baik untuk mencegah dan memitigasi risiko yang timbul selama siklus produksi. PT ABC menghadapi beberapa permasalahan dalam siklus produksi seperti (1) perbedaan stok fisik barang dengan kartu stok pada saat perhitungan stok fisik di proses gudang dan (2) kelalaian dalam merancang master schedule baik dari segi jumlah bahan/waktu pengerjaan dalam proses PPC. Permasalahan tersebut membuat PT ABC mempertimbangkan untuk mengidentifikasi akar permasalahan dan menemukan pengendalian internal yang sesuai untuk memitigasi risiko. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi kasus dengan pendekatan kualitatif yang mengacu pada Internal Control Integrated Framework (COSO, 2013). Metode pengumpulan data meliputi wawancara dan analisis dokumen PT ABC. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa PT ABC masih memiliki kelemahan dalam pengendalian internal siklus produksi terkait penilaian risiko dan aktivitas pengendalian. Penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan informasi yang akurat mengenai kondisi pengendalian internal siklus produksi pada PT ABC dan memberikan rekomendasi untuk memitigasi kelemahan pengendalian internal siklus produksi perusahaan.
PENGARUH BRAND IMAGE DAN BRAND TRUST TERHADAP LOYALITAS ANGGOTA
Authors: Al Satria Muhammad Idris , Firmansyah Fani
Published: January 2024

Loyalitas konsumen adalah faktor penting yang harus dievaluasi dan dipahami oleh perusahaan untuk mempertahankan pelanggan. Bagaimana sebuah perusahaan menghasilkan citra merek adalah salah satu hal yang mendorong orang untuk tetap setia kepada perusahaan. Kepercayaan konsumen terhadap merek merupakan aspek lain yang mempengaruhi loyalitas konsumen. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh brand image dan brand trust terhadap loyalitas konsumen. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah anggota KSPPS BMT Peta Tulungagung. Survei digunakan untuk memperoleh data. Purposive sampling digunakan dalam penelitian ini, dengan 167 responden yang merupakan anggota KSPPS BMT Peta Tulungagung. Analisis regresi linier berganda digunakan untuk menganalisis data dalam penelitian ini. Sofware SPSS digunakan untuk menganalisis data. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan pengaruh positif dan signifikan secara parsial dari brand image dan brand trust terhadap loyalitas konsumen. Secara bersamaan, brand image dan brand trust memiliki dampak yang luar biasa pada loyalitas konsumen.
PENGARUH GREEN PRODUCT DAN GREEN PRICE TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PRODUK WIKSTEA PADA MAHASISWA FAKULTAS KEHUTANAN UNIVERSITAS SUMATERA UTARA
Authors: Hasman Haryaji Catur Putera , Lubis Sri Megawati , Salqaura Siti Alhamra , Alfifto Alfifto , Amelia Wan Rizca
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan; (1) Untuk mengetahui pengaruh green product terhadap keputusan pembelian produk Wikstea pada mahasiswa Fakultas Kehutanan Universitas Sumatera Utara.; (2) Untuk mengetahui pengaruh green price terhadap keputusan pembelian produk Wikstea pada mahasiswa Fakultas Kehutanan Universitas Sumatera Utara. Metode penelitian ini Jenis penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dan bersifat asosiatif. Hasil penelitian ini; (1) Green product berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian produk minuman Wikstea pada mahasiswa Fakultas Kehutanan Universitas Sumatera Utara,(2) Green price berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian produk minuman Wikstea pada mahasiswa Fakultas Kehutanan Universitas Sumatera Utara.
PENGARUH LITERASI KEUANGAN, STATUS SOSIAL EKONOMI, LINGKUNGAN SOSIAL, LOCUS OF CONTROL DAN GAYA HIDUP TERHADAP PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN MAHASISWA
Authors: Rabbani Agum Akbar , Tubastuvi Naelati , Rahmawati Ika Yustina , Widyaningtyas Dian
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh Literasi Keuangan, Status Sosial Ekonomi, Lingkungan Sosial, Locus Of Control Dan Gaya Hidup Terhadap Pengelolaan Keuangan Mahasiswa. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kuantitatif. Populasi penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa prodi manajemen fakultas ekonomi di Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, Universitas Jenderal Soedirman dan Universitas Islam Negeri Prof. KH. Saifuddin Zuhri. Sampel pada penelitian ini merupakan mahasiswa angkatan 2019 hingga angkatan 2022 dan sudah mengambil mata kuliah manajemen keuangan. Penelitian ini menggunakan data primer yang dilakukan melalui kuesioner yang dibuat melalui Google Form dan disebarkan secara online melalui Whatsapp dan Instagram. Pengumpulan data dilakukan secara cross sectional. Penelitian ini berhasil mengumpulkan sampel sebanyak 133, namun peneliti hanya menggunakan 128 responden yang telah mengambil mata kuliah manajemen keuangan. Hasil riset tersebut di simpulkan bahwa variabel status sosial ekonomi dan lingkungan sosial tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap pengelolaan keuangan mahasiswa. Sedangkan variabel literasi keuangan, locus of control dan gaya hidup berpengaruh signifikan terhadap pengelolaan keuangan mahasiswa. Penelitian ini membantu mengatasi masalah pengelolaan keuangan mahasiswa dalam mengatur penggunaan uangnya untuk membeli kebutuhan dengan memperhatikan prioritas mahasiswa. Penelitian ini memberikan informasi kepada mahasiswa tentang pentingnya pengelolaan keuangan.
Comparative analysis of functional components in Sakekasu (Sake lees)
Authors: Nishidono Yuto , Misaka Shingen , Maejima Yuko , Shimomura Kenju , Tanaka Ken
Published: January 2024

Background:Sake lees (Sakekasu), a byproduct of sake production, has been recently attracting attention as a functional food. Sakekasu is rich in nutrients and contains glycerophosphocholine (GPC) and S-adenosylmethionine (SAM), which are well-known functional compounds. The content of these compounds in Sakekasu depends on a variety of factors, including fermentation conditions, especially the method and length of ripening. These differences are reflected prominently in the color of Sakekasu, which becomes darker due to the long ripening period and high drying temperature. Objective: This study aimed to clarify the contents of functional components in Sakekasu with different color tones (i.e., ripening period).Methods:Three types of Sakekasu with different color tones (white, ocher, and brawn) were collected from several breweries. The contents of multiple functional components in their extracts were determined by liquid chromatography coupled to high resolution ion-trap/time-of-flight mass spectrometry.Results: Sakekasu with white color had more abundant GPC, SAM, and fatty acids than those with darker color. However, ethyl glucoside and glyceryl glucosides did not differ significantly by color tone. Furthermore, the Maillard reaction products of sugar and dipeptide were mainly found in dark-colored Sakekasu, and their structures were annotated by tandem mass spectrometry.Conclusions:This study has clarified many functional compounds in Sakekasu in relation to color tone (i.e., ripening period) and highlighted the potential of Sakekasu with white color tone as a functional food.Keywords: Sakekasu, functional components, glycerophosphocholine, S-adenosylmethionine, tandem mass spectrometer
E-Marketing and its Impact on the Modern Economy
Authors: Prokopenko Olha , Halytsia Ihor , Berezianko Tamara , Bozhkova Viktoriia
Published: January 2024

The main focus of the study is to investigate the impact of e-marketing on the modern economy. The objective of this scientific research is to study the current state of development of e-marketing in Ukraine and Estonia, and its impact on the economies of these countries. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to solve the following tasks: to consider the essence of the concepts of "e-commerce" and “e-marketing”; to analyse the impact of e-marketing on the modern economy of Ukraine; to analyse the impact of e-marketing on the modern economy of Estonia. It is noted that at the end of 2020, 10.6 million people in Ukraine regularly made purchases online, which is one third of the population. This includes a stable audience of regular customers of online stores and trading platforms. Approximately 33% of adults regularly shop online, and this audience is gradually growing. It is important to note that we are talking about regular online shopping, and almost all Internet users have some experience of online shopping. It is also noted that in the same year 2020, every fifth company in Estonia offered the opportunity to buy their goods through a website or other electronic channels. The share of online sales was 5% of the total revenue of enterprises, of which 2% was generated by sales to individuals, and the remaining 3% was generated by sales to other firms and public sector institutions. However, the share of sales through websites was only 0.3% of the total revenue of enterprises. The conclusions emphasise the role of e-marketing as a strategic tool in stimulating economic growth in both countries. By encouraging innovation, e-marketing acts as a catalyst for digital transformation in retail, ensuring sustainable business development and competitiveness. Ukraine and Estonia have proved to be ready to adapt to the challenges of the digital future, and e-commerce, supported by effective e-marketing, plays an important role in building a sustainable infrastructure for online trade development.
C5 nerve root palsy (without prior cervical decompression) case series: 9 patients with critical delay to presentation
Authors: Silver Jacob , Mancini Michael , Pavano Colin , Bauer Jordan , Barkay Gal , Moss Isaac , Mallozzi Scott
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND: Distinguishing between cervical nerve root and intrinsic shoulder pathology can be a difficult task given the overlapping and often coexisting symptoms. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to highlight the often-complicated presentation of these symptoms and the subsequent potential for delay in care regarding this subset of patients. METHODS: A total of 9 patients, managed by one of two different surgeons, were identified with a history of C5 nerve root palsy. A chart review was conducted, and the following information was recorded: presenting complaint, time from symptom onset to diagnosis, time from symptom onset to presentation to a spine surgeon, first specialist seen for symptoms, non-spinal advanced imaging and treatment conducted before diagnosis, preoperative and postoperative exam, time to recovery, and type of surgery. RESULTS: We observed an average time from onset of symptoms to presentation to a spine surgeon to be 31.6 weeks. These patients’ time to full recovery after cervical decompression was 15 weeks. CONCLUSION : We observed a critical delay to presentation in this series of patients with C5 nerve palsy. C5 nerve palsy should remain an elemental part of the differential diagnosis in the setting of any shoulder or neck pain presenting with weakness.
Impact of step width on trunk motion and gait adaptation in elderly women with knee osteoarthritis
Authors: Yoon Ji-Yeon , Shin Sun-Shil
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND: Step width during walking can provide important information about aging and pathology. Although knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common disease in elderly women, little is known about how different step widths influence gait parameters in patients with knee OA. OBJECTIVE: To address this, we investigated the differences between narrower and wider step width on the center of mass (CoM) and gait biomechanics of elderly women with knee OA. METHODS: Gait and CoM data were measured using a three-dimensional motion capture system and anthropometric data were acquired via standing full-limb radiography. Thirty elderly women with knee OA were divided into two groups depending on the average step width value (0.16 m). Specifically, the narrower step width group included those with a below average step width (n= 15) and the wider step width group included those with an above average step width (n= 15). The differences between the two groups were analyzed using an independentt-test. RESULTS: Walking speed, step length, knee and ankle sagittal excursion, and medial-lateral CoM range were significantly greater in the narrower group. In contrast, the medial-lateral CoM velocity, medial-lateral ground reaction force (GRF), and foot progression angle were significantly higher in wider group. The external knee adduction moment, vertical GRF, and vertical CoM did not differ between the groups. CONCLUSIONS: Our data indicate that step width in women with knee OA is associated with trunk motion and gait patterns. People with a narrower step might improve their gait function by increasing trunk frontal control to maintain gait stability. In contrast, in those with a wider step, greater toe out angle and shorter step length might be a compensatory adaptation to reduce knee loading.
Identification of TNFRSF1A as a potential biomarker for osteosarcoma
Authors: Zhang Yuke , Liu Kai , Wang Jianzhong
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND:

Osteosarcoma (OS) is a relatively rare malignant bone tumor in teenagers; however, its molecular mechanisms are not yet understood comprehensively.

OBJECTIVE:

The study aimed to use necroptosis-related genes (NRGs) and their relationships with immune-related genes to construct a prognostic signature for OS.

METHODS:

TARGET-OS was used as the training dataset, and GSE 16091 and GSE 21257 were used as the validation datasets. Univariate regression, survival analysis, and Kaplan-Meier curves were used to screen for hub genes. The immune-related targets were screened using immune infiltration assays and immune checkpoints. The results were validated using nomogram and decision curve analyses (DCA).

RESULTS:

Using univariate Cox regression analysis, TNFRSF1A was screened from 14 NRGs as an OS prognostic signature. Functional enrichment was analyzed based on the median expression of TNFRSF1A. The prognosis of the TNFRSF1A low-expression group in the Kaplan-Meier curve was notably worse. Immunohistochemistry analysis showed that the number of activated T cells and tumor purity increased considerably. Furthermore, the immune checkpoint lymphocyte activation gene 3 (LAG-3) is a possible target for intervention. The nomogram accurately predicted 1-, 3-, and 5-year survival rates. DCA validated the model (C [Formula: see text] 0.669).

Conclusion:

TNFRSF1A can be used to elucidate the potential relationship between the immune microenvironment and NRGs in OS pathogenesis.
Personalized intelligent detection and recommendation algorithm system based on big data
Authors: Liao Li
Published: January 2024

This paper took the course recommendation as an example to prove that the personalized intelligent detection and recommendation algorithm system provides a convenient means for this problem. In view of the problems such as low recommendation accuracy, lack of personalization and long running time of the current personalized course recommendation system, this paper studied the personalized intelligent detection and recommendation algorithm system with the help of big data technology, hoping to solve the existing problems. The general search results of the traditional recommendation system have been unable to meet the needs of users. In order to improve the course recommendation system, this paper used big data technology to build a scientific framework, and made an in-depth analysis of various problems existing in the traditional system and strove to solve them. The results showed that using big data intelligent systems to search for ten sets of intelligent courses had a search accuracy of between 96% and 98%, indicating that big data can achieve more accurate and efficient results in the construction of intelligent course recommendation systems, and can construct a new course recommendation system to meet user needs.
Mathematical programming models to assist the evaluation of shipbrokers
Authors: Koronakos Gregory , Smirlis Yiannis , Plitsos Stathis
Published: January 2024

Shipbrokers play a key role in maritime industry by acting as intermediates between shipping companies and the market. They undertake various chartering, buying or selling operations. In this paper, we propose a mathematical programming approach for the evaluation and selection of shipbrokers. Specifically, the score of each ship broker is a composite measure that is derived by aggregating a set of performance criteria, e.g., reputation, etc. The developed mathematical programming models enable the aggregation and weighting of the criteria. We employ three optimization models to explore the effect of different weighting schemes on the scores and ranking of the shipbrokers. The models that provide a common set of weights for all the shipbrokers establish the appropriate ground for comparisons among them. Also, our models facilitate the incorporation of user priorities over the criteria in the form of weight restrictions. The proposed approach is illustrated by assessing seven shipbroker offers for selling a dry-bulk ship using four criteria, namely revenue, brokerage fee, brokerage time and terms & conditions.
O-GlcNAcylation and Its Roles in Neurodegenerative Diseases
Authors: Du Pengyang , Zhang Xiaomin , Lian Xia , Hölscher Christian , Xue Guofang
Published: January 2024

As a non-classical post-translational modification, O-linked β-N-acetylglucosamine (O-GlcNAc) modification (O-GlcNAcylation) is widely found in human organ systems, particularly in our brains, and is indispensable for healthy cell biology. With the increasing age of the global population, the incidence of neurodegenerative diseases is increasing, too. The common characteristic of these disorders is the aggregation of abnormal proteins in the brain. Current research has found that O-GlcNAcylation dysregulation is involved in misfolding or aggregation of these abnormal proteins to mediate disease progression, but the specific mechanism has not been defined. This paper reviews recent studies on O-GlcNAcylation’s roles in several neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Huntington’s disease, Machado-Joseph’s disease, and giant axonal neuropathy, and shows that O-GlcNAcylation, as glucose metabolism sensor, mediating synaptic function, participating in oxidative stress response and signaling pathway conduction, directly or indirectly regulates characteristic pathological protein toxicity and affects disease progression. The existing results suggest that targeting O-GlcNAcylation will provide new ideas for clinical diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
Conversational recommender based on additive attention and positional encoding
Authors: Zhang Yihao , Wang Yuhao , Lan Pengxiang , Xiang Haoran , Zhu Junlin , Yuan Meng
Published: January 2024

Conversational recommender systems use natural language conversations to elicit user preferences and recommend items proactively. Existing methods based on graph neural networks have been proven to be effective in exploiting knowledge graphs. However, node positions are often treated as constants, which leads to the neglect of graph connectivity due to fuzzy processing. In addition, although the transformer has significant advantages in understanding the text, its secondary computational complexity may be incapable when dealing with long texts. In order to solve these problems, we propose an additive positional conversational recommender model called APCR. This model converts the pair product of transformer into a linear operation, and uses the Laplacian eigenvector to build a location graph. The extended graph neural network captures the topology structure of the location knowledge graph. Specifically, we design an encoder based on additive attention to break through the bottleneck of long text. Furthermore, we develop a recommendation model based on a positional graph neural network to match items with dialogue context, thereby capturing the graph topology. Extensive experiments on the REDIAL dataset show significant improvements in our proposed model over the state-of-the-art methods in recommendation and dialogue generation evaluations.
RETRACTED: Bagging in Hidden Semi-Markov Model for handwriting robot trajectory generation
Authors: Jin Yongbing , Ran Teng , Yuan Liang , Lv Kai , Wang Guoliang , Xiao Wendong
Published: January 2024

This article has been retracted. A retraction notice can be found at https://doi.org/10.3233/JIFS-219433.
Real-World Evaluation of the Feasibility, Acceptability and Safety of a Remote, Self-Management Parkinson’s Disease Care Pathway: A Healthcare Improvement Initiative
Authors: Kehagia Angie A. , Chowienczyk Sarah , Helena van Velthoven Michelle , King Emma , North Tracie , Shenton Deb , Abraham Jane , Langley Joseph , Partridge Rebecca , Ankeny Ursula , Gorst Terry , Edwards Emma , Whipps Sue , Batup Martha , Rideout Jane , Swabey Mat , Inches Jemma , Bentley Sue , Gilbert Georgina , Carroll Camille
Published: January 2024

Background:

There is significant unmet need for effective and efficiently delivered care for people with Parkinson’s disease (PwP). We undertook a service improvement initiative to co-develop and implement a new care pathway, Home Based Care (HBC), based on supported self-management, remote monitoring and the ability to trigger a healthcare contact when needed.

Objective:

To evaluate feasibility, acceptability and safety of Home Based Care.

Methods:

We evaluated data from the first 100 patients on HBC for 6 months. Patient monitoring, performed at baseline and 6-monthly, comprised motor (MDS-UPDRS II and accelerometer), non-motor (NMSQ, PDSS-2, HADS) and quality of life (PDQ) measures. Care quality was audited against Parkinson’s UK national audit standards. Process measures captured feasibility. Acceptability was assessed using a mixed-methods approach comprising questionnaires and semi-structured interviews.

Results:

Between October 2019 and January 2021, 108 PwP were enrolled onto HBC, with data from 100 being available at 6 months. Over 90% of all questionnaires were returned, 97% were complete or had < 3 missing items. Reporting and communications occurred within agreed timeframes. Compared with baseline, after 6m on HBC, PD symptoms were stable; more PwP felt listened to (90% vs. 79%) and able to seek help (79% vs. 68%). HBC met 93% of national audit criteria. Key themes from the interviews included autonomy and empowerment.

Conclusions:

We have demonstrated acceptability, feasibility and safety of our novel remotely delivered Parkinson’s care pathway. Ensuring scalability will widen its reach and realize its benefits for underserved communities, enabling formal comparisons with standard care and cost-effectiveness evaluation.
Assessing consciousness and cognition in disorders of consciousness
Authors: Schnakers Caroline
Published: January 2024

Detecting willful cognition in these patients is known to be challenging due to the patients’ motor disabilities and high vigilance fluctuations but also due to the lack of expertise and use of adequate tools to assess these patients in specific settings. This review will discuss the main disorders of consciousness after severe brain injury, how to assess consciousness and cognition in these patients, as well as the challenges and tools available to overcome these challenges and reach an accurate diagnosis.
Penggunaan Lembar Kegiatan Peserta Didik Materi Mikroalga sebagai Sumber Belajar Biologi
Authors: Sufiyanto Mohammad Imam , Khairunisa Khairunisa
Published: January 2024

Student activity sheets are one of the Biology learning resource materials that are in great demand by students and the material delivered is microalgae is one of the components of the subject matter that can be used in the preparation of ecosystems contained in aquatic ecosystems that can be a source of student learning. Sourced from environmental aspects around Badur Beach, a sheet of activities for students in the microalgae practicum module was compiled. This research method uses descriptive qualitative by using data triangulation, namely observation, interviews, and documentation of the results of documentation written in the form of tables as one of the indicators in measuring the implementation of learning in the form of practicum in the classroom. The data collection instruments used are validity and response questionnaires. The sample in this study was 32 students in grade X of SMAN 3 Pamekasan and one biology teacher. The results showed that there is a lack of connection between understanding basic concepts and basic understanding of science in the context of everyday life. Teachers in learning biology SMA still do not use the environment as a learning resource in practicum learning in biology subjects at SMAN 3 Pamekasan. From these problems, one way to relate learning material to the context of everyday life is to do a practicum. Through simple practicum activities, students are directly expected to see real symptoms that are also related to the concept of the lesson, both natural conditions and conditions carried out through experiments.
Meningkatkan Kualitas Pembelajaran Parasitologi: Keberhasilan Kelas Kolaborasi Praktisi Mengajar dalam Mengembangkan Kompetensi Mahasiswa IKIP Budi Utomo
Authors: Qomariyah Ismi Nurul , Hindun Nurmala
Published: January 2024

This research explores the potential for a collaborative approach between parasitology practitioners and Budi Utomo Teacher Training and Education Institute (IKIP) students in improving parasitology education. The background of this research arises from the urgent need to develop student competence in understanding the increasingly complex and diverse world of parasitology. The purpose of this study is to identify the effectiveness of collaborative classroom teaching practitioners in increasing students' understanding of the basic concepts of parasitology and developing their practical skills.

This research method involves the development of a collaborative curriculum and the implementation of structured teaching practices involving teachers, practitioners, and students simultaneously. The results showed significant improvements in students' understanding of parasitic nature, life cycles, and control strategies. In addition, direct interaction with practitioners provides deep insight into the practical application of theory in real-world situations.

The study provides strong evidence that collaborative classroom teaching practitioners can enhance the effectiveness of parasitology education, enrich students' learning experiences, and prepare them with skills relevant for industry or future research. These findings provide a foundation for the development of innovative teaching methods in parasitology education and are suggested for adoption in various higher education institutions.
Authors: Mahmudah Nurul , Octora Nency Dela
Published: January 2024

Tulisan ini membahas tentang pemahaman lafaz dalam ushul fiqh yang perlu diketahui dikarenakan adanya macam lafaz jelas maupun tidak jelas serta bagaimana relasinya jika digunakan dalam analisa permasalahan/problematika Hukum Keluarga seperti problem pencatatan Perkawinan. Tulisan ini memanfaatkan kualitatif deskriptif pada metode penelitian. Studi pustaka menjadi acuan penelaah bahan dan di analisa secara mendalam. Adapun hasil dari tulisan ini adalah Dilihat dari ke dzahiran suatu lafaz, maka pencatatan akad nikah hukumnya wajib sebagaimana juga diwajibkan dalam akad muamalah. Alat bukti tertulis dapat dipergunakan untuk hal-hal yang berkenaan dengan kelanjutan akad perkawinan. Dengan adanya alat bukti ini, pasangan pengantin dapat terhindar dari mudarat dikemudian hari karena alat bukti tertulis ini dapat memproses secara hukum berbagai persoalan rumah tangga, terutama sebagai alat bukti paling sahih dalam pengadilan agama.
Low-Tax to GDP Ratio: Causes and Recommendations
Authors: Khan Azhar Rashid
Published: January 2024

Tax to GDP reflects the Governments revenue collection through control over all the gross productivity of the nation. The present study highlights the causes of lack of resources for economic development of the country. It further suggests evidence-based policy for Pakistan to make it an industrialized and developed economy by 2025. Secondary data were used to conduct this research. The research found that lack of Political will, the rule of few through exclusion, biased and nepotism in legal & institutional environment like SROs in finance, industry and FBR, are the main causes of low tax to GDP ratio. The study concluded that Pakistan needs to improve its regime of tax collection for one-point agenda of leaving no income untaxed in the country. It should also focus on eliminating exemptions.
The Sagnac-Wang Interferometers and Absolute vs. Relative Simultaneity
Authors: Lambare Justo
Published: January 2024

Gianfranco Spavieri, George T. Gillies & Espen Gaarder Haug (The Sagnac effect and the role of simultaneity in relativity theory, Journal of Modern Optics (2021)), claim that the Sagnac effect reveals the theory of relativity is incorrect and inconsistent. We prove that when standard relativity is appropriately interpreted, it is observationally correct and logically sound.
Impending role of hippocampal neurogenesis in the development of chronic epilepsy following seizures after Kainic acid and Pentylenetetrazol treatment
Authors: Sharma Durgesh , Jain Ayushi , Mehta Vinod Kumar , Veerwal Bharti , Shukla Sunil Dutt
Published: January 2024

The study aimed to investigate how seizures contribute to abnormalities in generating new cells in the hippocampus and to explore the potential influence that these newly formed cells might have on subsequent seizure activity and the development of chronic epilepsy.

The findings indicated that both pentylenetetrazol and kainic acid-induced status epilepticus resulted in neurodegeneration. There was an initial increase in cell proliferation shortly after kainic acid or pentylenetetrazol treatment. Notably, the initial seizures were associated with neurogenesis, as pentylenetetrazol-treated animals with a higher number of new neurons experienced seizures. Moreover, increased expression of neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS) occurred shortly after seizures and persisted for up to 8 weeks. Elevated levels of NGF and BDNF were also observed shortly after status epilepticus or kindling.

Spontaneous recurrent motor seizures seemed to be primarily caused by neuronal loss and abnormal gliosis, as they were only observed in kainic acid-treated rats with increased gliosis. Kindled rats displayed a higher rate of cell proliferation after 8 weeks of kindling, possibly due to the hyper-excited state of neurons and the establishment of a new balance between excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters.

These results contribute to our understanding of the factors involved in the onset of seizures and the development of chronic epilepsy. Additionally, they may aid in the development of strategies for preventing and treating epilepsy. However, further investigations are necessary to explore the potential role of newly generated cells in epilepsy development.
Diagnostic Correlation Between Saline Infused Sonohystrography and Three Dimensional Transvaginal Ultrasound in the Assessment of Cesarean Section Scar Defect. A Study of a Diagnostic Test Accuracy
Authors: Mortada E. Ahmed , Gamal Rania , Sherif Israa Bahaa Hassan , Maaty Aliaa Mohamed
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND: The evolution of sonohysterography over the past years has contributed significantly to the assessment of uterine cavity. Saline infused sonohysterography (SHG) may be recommended as an alternative to Diagnostic Hysteroscopy for the assessment of the uterine cavity and uterine scar in women with previous Cesarean Section. Three-dimensional (3D) ultrasonography that enhances visualization of the lower uterine segment (LUS), myometrial thickness and the size of uterine diverticulum is a more recent tool used to diagnose post-cesarean section uterine diverticulum.

OBJECTIVE: To compare accuracy of three-dimensional transvaginal ultrasound versus the “gold standard” saline infused sonography for assessing the characteristics, frequency of caesarean scar defects in symptomatic patients with a history of cesarean section.

PATIENTS AND METHODS: This study was conducted with 72 women. patients were recruited from the ultrasound unit underwent both threedimentional transvaginal ultrasound and saline infused sonohysterography. This study, conforming to the declaration of Helsinki, was approved by the ethical committee of Obstetrics and Gynecology department, Ain Shams University, ethical committee number FMASU M D 52 \2021.

RESULTS: 3D transvaginal ultrasound and sonohysterography showed almost good agreement regarding prevalence of niche with kappa (κ) 0.780 with p-value (p<0.001). Both imaging modalities show statistically significant higher mean value of volume in SIS was 591.67±271.05 comparing to 3D TVUS was 444.36±219.42, with p-value (p=0.004).

CONCLUSION: There is a substantial agreement between 3D TVUS and SIS in evaluating various niche characteristics, encompassing depth, length, width, volume, AMT and RMT. The data strongly supports the advantages of 3D TVUS over SIS for assessing Cesarean scar defects, commonly known as "Niche." These benefits encompass cost-effectiveness, improved time efficiency, enhanced patient tolerability, and heightened patient satisfaction associated with the 3D TVUS procedure.
Nutrition in Dalmatian Zagora in the 1950s during the Annual and Life Cycle
Authors: Nanjara Ljiljana , Bosanac Vesna
Published: January 2024

The tradition of preparing and eating food, which has its own developmental stages in a historical context, depends, among other things, on factors such as climate, soil, and the available flora and fauna in a certain region.The exposure of the Dalmatian Zagora to the continental climate, the small area of arable land and its rocky and harsh landscape directly influenced the availability of food, the way it was eaten, and the customs that developed in such an environment.This paper presents the selection of foods and methods of preparing meals, as well as their symbolism and meaning in the life of the inhabitants of the Dalmatian Zagora during the annual and life cycle of the 1950s.It is also highlighted the importance of socializing and enjoying food on special occasions, as well as the value of a balanced diet and daily physical activity, which contribute to the absence of obesity and many health issues of modern people.
Pregled valorizacije, zaštite i očuvanja elemenata tradicijskoga ribarstva na hrvatskom Jadranu
Authors: Deranja Crnokić Anuška , Hrovatin Mirela
Published: January 2024

U radu se donosi pregled dosadašnjih aktivnosti na valorizaciji i zaštiti elemenata tradicijskoga ribarstva na hrvatskom Jadranu s općenitim preporukama o njegovom daljnjem očuvanju. Razmatraju se sve tri kategorije kulturne baštine: nepokretna, pokretna i nematerijalna kulturna dobra. Radom se želi doprinijeti holističkom pristupu zaštiti kulturne baštine te potaknuti na promišljanje o budućim projektima s ciljem primjerene prezentacije, daljnjega istraživanja i (re)valorizacije tradicijskoga ribarstva na hrvatskom Jadranu.
Overview of the Valorization, Protection and Preservation of Elements of Traditional Fishing in the Adriatic Sea
Authors: Deranja Crnokić Anuška , Hrovatin Mirela
Published: January 2024

The paper provides an overview of the current activities on the valorization and protection of elements of traditional fishing in the Adriatic Sea with general recommendations on its further preservation. All three categories of cultural heritage are included: immovable and movable cultural property, and intangible cultural heritage. The objective of the paper is to contribute to a holistic approach to the protection of cultural heritage and to encourage reflection on future projects with the aim of appropriate presentation, further research and (re)valuation of traditional fishing in the Adriatic Sea.
Marketing mix Framework as a Tool to Enhance Women’s Business Viability in Limpopo-South Africa
Authors: Mvunabandi Jean Damascene , Nomala Bomi , Gadzikwa Lawrence
Published: January 2024

Motivated by lack of empirical research on how the marketing mix (price, place, product promotion, process, packaging, physical evidence, people, programming and partnership) directly or indirectly enhance the women’s business viability and sustainability in South Africa and elsewhere. This research empirically investigated how marketing mix can be used to enhance women’s business viability among 301 registered business owners trained in marketing and participated in the survey and answered details questions focusing on Limpopo province -South Africa.  AIDA theory, diffusion of innovation theory and Marketing Mix Theory underpinned the study. Quantitative descriptive survey research strategy was adopted, Robustness analysis was entirely performed using SPSS version 28. The study’s findings were that women’s businesses in Musina and Blouberg in Limpopo province use the 10Ps.  The four most used marketing strategies were, price, place promotion and product. The averagely used marketing strategies were: people, packaging, programming, physical evidence and partnership. This study contributes to the current body of knowledge and further contributes to the use of 10Ps marketing mix strategies and framework by women’s businesses. The study’s main implication is that business entities may not achieve their full financial performance potential due to little or no attention to the use of 10Ps marketing mix components and training. This study provides robust recommendations and insights into marketing practices applicable to other business entities globally.
The Role of Adaptive Management in the Resilience and Growth of Small and Medium Size Enterprises
Authors: Saah Paul , Mbohwa Charles , Madonsela Nelson Sizwe
Published: January 2024

Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone, and the main stimulus of development, and studies demonstrate that these businesses play an essential role in the economic growth of the global economy. Adaptive management is a crucial approach for enhancing the resilience and growth of SMEs in today's dynamic and unpredictable business environment. The purpose of this study is to determine the role of adaptive management in the resilience and growth of SMEs. A qualitative technique was employed as the research method in this study to collect and analyze data to ascertain the role of adaptive management in the resilience and growth of SMEs. The population of this study constitutes SME owners and managers within South Africa and a straightforward random selection process was used to choose the 20 of them to participate in the study. Atlas ti was used to code and analyze transcripts, produce network diagrams, and visualize data. It is evident from the findings of this study that poor management in an enterprise would inevitably result in the failure of the business. This implies that SMEs that embrace adaptive management principles demonstrate a higher capacity to navigate through uncertainties and capitalize on emerging opportunities, thus fostering resilience and sustainable growth. This suggests that for small businesses to succeed, SME owners and the government should collaborate to find solutions to most managerial problems faced by businesses so that the enterprises can grow and be sustainable.
Analisis Jaringan Komunikasi #Pilpres2024 Pada Platform Twitter
Authors: Efendi Alicia Laurence , Fadilla Amira , Khoirunnisa Arshilla Citra , Bakry Gema Nusantara , Aristi Nindi
Published: January 2024

Toward the general election in 2024, discussions and political polemics in Indonesia are increasingly heated. This is also discussed through social media platforms, especially Twitter, which disseminates information widely and quickly so that more and more people know this information and share their opinions associated with the hashtag #Pilpres2024. This study aims to analyze the relations between actors (nodes) and social networks in terms of types of relationships, patterns of relations, and network relations of communication between actors, which are formed from the hashtag #Pilpres2024 from public participation on Twitter. This study uses the theory that is mostly used for network research, namely Graph Theory. The results of the research show that the social network design that is formed is the complete network design with 581 nodes and 320 edges. The type of relationship that is formed is a two-mode relationship type with a wheel communication pattern and a chain communication pattern. The communication network formed is directed and asymmetric. Based on the visualization results of this research, it can be concluded that the message can be conveyed effectively through the help of Twitter social media because it is carried out by various actors in it.
Implementasi Diversity Marketing pada Brand Kosmetik Lokal ‘Feyrely’ di Instagram
Authors: Sumantri Kiranastari Asoka , Krisdanu Cheryl Arshiefa
Published: January 2024

Over the last few years, local Indonesian cosmetic brands have begun to raise diversity themes in their marketing strategies through social media; one of them is Feyrely. The social media platform used by Feyrely to communicate as part of its marketing strategy is Instagram. This journal aims to analyze whether Feyrely has reflected on the diversity aspects in their Instagram and described the aspects of diversity delivered. The analysis was done using the method of content analysis and interviews with representatives of Feyrely. In this study, the aspects of diversity that will be used to analyze the suitability of content with the concept of diversity are the second (internal) and third (external) layers of the model, because the representation of these aspects can be identified visually through photos/videos and Instagram captions. The results of the observations show that from the 16 aspects of diversity, Feyrely only displays aspects of age, physical ability, race, religion, and appearance. So Feyrely has not presented them widely. Most of the diversity aspects displayed are aspects of the second layer, racial diversity.