bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Framework for Parameter Estimation, Sensitivity Analysis, and Uncertainty Analysis for Holistic Hydrologic Modeling Using SWAT+
Authors: Abbas Salam A. , Bailey Ryan T. , White Jeremy T. , Arnold Jeffrey G. , White Michael J. , Čerkasova Natalja , Gao Jungang
Published: June 2023

Abstract. Parameter Sensitivity analysis plays a critical role in efficiently determining main parameters, enhancing the effectiveness of estimation of parameters, and uncertainty quantification in hydrologic modeling. In this paper, we demonstrate uncertainty and sensitivity analysis technique for the holistic SWAT+ model, coupled with new gwflow module, spatially distributed, physically based groundwater flow modeling. Main calculated groundwater inflows and outflows include boundary exchange, pumping, saturation excess flow, groundwater–surface water exchange, recharge, groundwater–lake exchange, and tile drainage outflow. We present the method for four watersheds located in different areas of the United States for 16 years (2000–2015), emphasizing regions of extensive tile drainage (Winnebago River, Minnesota, Iowa), intensive surface–groundwater interaction (Nanticoke River, Delaware, Maryland), groundwater pumping for irrigation (Cache River, Missouri, Arkansas), and mountain snowmelt (Arkansas Headwaters, Colorado). The main parameters of coupled SWAT+gwflow model are estimated utilizing the parameter estimation software (PEST). The monthly streamflow of holistic SWAT+gwflow is evaluated based Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency index (NSE), percentage bias (PBIAS), determination coefficient (R2), and Kling–Gupta efficiency coefficient (KGE), whereas groundwater head is evaluated using mean absolute error (MAE). The Morris method is employed to identify the key parameters influencing hydrological fluxes. Furthermore, the iterative ensemble smoother (iES) is utilized as a technique for Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) and Parameter Estimation (PE) and to decrease the computational cost owing to the large number of parameters. Depending on the watershed, key identified selected parameters include aquifer specific yield, aquifer hydraulic conductivity, recharge delay, streambed thickness, streambed hydraulic conductivity, area of groundwater inflow to tile, depth of tiles below ground surface, hydraulic conductivity of the drain perimeter, river depth (for groundwater flow processes); runoff curve number (for surface runoff processes); plant uptake compensation factor, soil evaporation compensation factor (for Potential and actual evapotranspiration processes); soil available water capacity, percolation coefficient (for Soil water processes). The presence of gwflow parameters permits for the recognition of all key parameters in the surface/subsurface flow processes, with results substantially differing if the base SWAT+ models are utilized.
AUTOMATED SYSTEM FOR OPTIMIZING THE MOVEMENT OF URBAN PASSENGER TRANSPORT USING GIS
Authors: Abedzhanova A. S. , Dzhaxylykov A. F. , Rasskazov P. A. , Apshikur B. , Islyam G.
Published: June 2023

Abstract. This article discusses the issue related to the prospects for the introduction of an automated control system for urban passenger transport in the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk, which includes: “Management of passenger transportation by road” on the 1C: Enterprise platform; assessment of the difficulty of communication by constructing an isochron; forecasting the need for the number of buses using fuzzy logic and sets; conclusion of the result in GIS, namely in the application “OckemenBus”.The initial stage of the system includes the task of systematization and storage of information about the urban passenger transport system using the 1C: Enterprise platform. It is also possible to store calculated information on transport performance indicators. To determine the quantitative indicators of assessing the accessibility of the center, isochronograms were calculated and constructed taking into account the movements of the city's population in all ways. The calculation of the isochronogram indicates the transport problems of growing neighborhoods located on the left bank of the Irtysh River, the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk. Further, using the theory of fuzzy logic and fuzzy sets, it is possible to make changes to the UPT movement scheme using the standard interface of the geoinformation system shell.It should be noted that the proposed model for optimizing the movement of urban passenger transport using the 1C platform, the construction of an isochronogram, the theory of fuzzy logic and fuzzy sets and GIS allows you to organize the work of urban passenger transport.
DEVELOPMENT OF AUGMENTED REALITY APPLICATION FOR PHYSICS AND GEOPHYSICS LABORATORY
Authors: Arymbekov B. S. , Turekhanova K. M. , Alipbayev D. D. , Tursanova Y. R.
Published: June 2023

Abstract. Augmented reality technologies are widely applied not only for business, but also for education and various fields of science. Due to rapidly growing interest in emerging technologies, augmented reality is taking a leading position in almost all areas of education. Applying augmented reality in physics laboratory can make experiments more efficient in terms of understanding using visualization. The article contains process of development of augmented reality application for visualization and its methods for physics laboratory experiments in terms of maximum efficiency and ways to create visual effects. The article proposes a methodology for creating augmented reality application, which allows students to visualize physics laboratory experiments. This technology is a step towards the development of augmented reality practice, which will reduce the time, cost and difficulty of visualizing physics laboratory experiments.
Relatos sobre el juego de casitas en pandemia: entre familias y políticas públicas
Authors: Avila Verónica Fabiana , Vargas Carola , Weckesser Cintia
Published: June 2023

A raíz del COVID 19 y la disposición del aislamiento social, la familia se convirtió en el espacio exclusivo de interacciones para niñas y niños. Nos preguntamos cómo las familias vivieron esta experiencia cotidiana transformada y problematizamos cómo se desarrollaron las funciones de acompañamiento. Indagamos cómo se sostuvieron estas funciones desde ciertas políticas públicas, como las implementadas desde el Programa de Centros Infantiles de Gestión Directa (Ministerio de Desarrollo Social, Córdoba, Argentina). Iniciamos un trabajo de campo exploratorio, utilizando dispositivos de telefonía celular para contactar a niños y niñas de hasta 10 años. Identificamos como recurrencia la construcción de casitas, juego que posibilita tramitar experiencias que resulten incomprensibles o traumáticas, rasgos de la vivencia de aislamiento y distanciamiento social. Problematizamos la disponibilidad adulta como habilitadora de relatos que movilizan este tipo de juegos. Para ello recuperamos aportes de la Semiótica, la Psicomotricidad y la Psicología. Los resultados de esta indagación aportan al debate para la definición de políticas públicas dirigidas a las infancias, que permitan reconocer y habilitar mejores condiciones para el despliegue de este tipo de juego.
Las niñas y adolescentes migrantes no acompañadas: un reto para el Sistema de Protección de Menores
Authors: Martín-González Alma Pilar , Gimeno Chabier
Published: June 2023

La presente investigación es un análisis del colectivo de Niñas y Adolescentes Migrantes No Acompañadas acogidas en el Sistema de Protección de la Infancia y Adolescencia de la Comunidad Autónoma de [anonimizado] (España). Este colectivo está especialmente invisibilizado debido a la conjugación de su condición de menores de edad, personas migrantes y mujeres. La escasez numérica de detecciones y acogidas de este perfil dificulta la intervención especializada y adecuada a las necesidades que presentan. A través del análisis de los expedientes de niñas y adolescentes migrantes no acompañadas acogidas en [anonimizado] en el periodo 2011-2021, se establecerán unos perfiles específicos de este colectivo según sus motivos migratorios, que permitirán detectar sus diversas vulnerabilidades y necesidades específicas. Se incluirá la perspectiva de las profesionales que han intervenido con estas chicas, con el objetivo de proponer recomendaciones de mejora de la intervención, orientadas y adecuadas al perfil estudiado. La investigación pretende impulsar la visibilización y empoderamiento de las niñas y adolescentes como agentes emergentes en los proyectos migratorios con características específicas, contribuir en su estudio ante la escasez existente de investigaciones y datos concretos, e incorporar recomendaciones de mejora en la intervención con estas niñas y adolescentes que garanticen su protección ante sus necesidades específicas.
Fronteras de permanencia, controles e infancias ¿El espacio educativo en Chile como extensión del control migratorio?
Authors: Alvites Baiadera Angélica , Joiko Sara , Collazos Milena
Published: June 2023

El objetivo de este artículo es indagar la existencia/extensión de diversos dispositivos de control migratorio que se presentan en las infancias, al tomar como caso paradigmático el espacio educativo en Chile. Se propone alcanzar esta propuesta a través de una metodología cualitativa que refleja el trabajo de campo individual y colectivo de las/os autores. Una de las conclusiones refiere a que ciertos dispositivos escolares (exigidos por el Ministerio de Educación y otros de iniciativa propia de las escuelas) son parte de un conjunto heterogéneo y contingente de controles en las fronteras de permanencia, al buscar detectar a aquellos niños y niñas migrantes irregularizados que podrían amenazar el tejido social educativo, si no se sujetan a las solicitudes del sistema escolar.
Deeping the roots of children’s participation
Authors: Cath Larkins
Published: June 2023

In the field of childhood studies and child rights activism there is a strong commitment to supporting children's participation in public decision making. There are growing examples of this in practice across Europe. But it is rarely inclusive of marginalised children and can tend to focus on voice rather than action.  This article, developed from a recent conference presentation, reflects on15 years of the author's practice and academic work. It suggests that fertile ground for deeper and strongly rooted examples of impactful and inclusive children's participation by picking apart existing participatory processes using a lense of citizenship, challenges, agency and time. This might enable us to dare to consistently name the risk that child participation can become an exercise in neoliberal citizenship, to steer practice towards more radical notions of participation as direct influence over resources (rather than voice) and to help ground calls for action in an understanding of the longterm patterns of inequality that many children are confronting.
Amorphous TiO2 ultrathin nanosheet for stable high-rate lithium storage
Authors: Chen Zhongda , Zhan Wenqi , Liu Zhihao , Wang Hang , Wu Liang , Sun Zhixin , Zhou Min ,   Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China
Published: June 2023

The use of intercalation-type metal oxides as anode materials in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries is appealing due to their reduced risk of Li plating at low voltages. However, their implementation for fast-charging applications is limited by their lower energy and power density, as well as cycling instability. Herein, we present an amorphous TiO2 nanosheet that exhibits exceptional cycling stability with a high capacity of 231 mA · h · g−1 after 200 cycles at 500 mA · g−1 and 156.7 mA · h · g−1 after 1000 cycles at a high current density of 6 A · g−1. We attribute the enhanced rate performance to the amorphous nature with high isotropy, which facilitates low energy migration paths and ion availability and can accommodate large changes in volume. This work suggests that amorphization represents a promising strategy for developing unconventional metal oxide electrode materials with high-rate performance.
Comparative Study on the Phytometabolites, in vitro Antiplasmodial Activity and Cytotoxicity of Stem Bark Extracts of Annickia affinis (Exell) Versteegh & Sosef and Annickia chlorantha (Oliv.) Setten & PJ. Mass
Authors: Erhunse N. , Sahal D.
Published: June 2023

The similar-looking Annickia affinis and Annickia chlorantha are two closely related species of the genus Annickia that are difficult to tell apart. Literature to date has jointly referred to both as Enantia chlorantha. Amongst the many pharmacologic benefits ascribed to E. chlorantha, is its usefulness in the management of malaria. Given the closeness of both species, there is the likelihood of swapping one for another in the market of herbal drugs. This study thus set out to compare the phytometabolites, antiplasmodial activity and cytotoxicity of both species. E. chlorantha is known to be dominated by protoberberine alkaloids which are thought to confer it with its antiplasmodial property. Indeed, TLC metabolite fingerprinting of methanol and water stem bark extracts of both species revealed the presence of protoberberine alkaloids. However, these alkaloids were more abundant in A. affinis as compared to A. chlorantha. This was corroborated by the stark >2.82 fold difference in antiplasmodial IC50 of the respective methanol extracts being <0.78 µg/ml for A. affinis versus 2.2 µg/ml for A.chlorantha. Interestingly the selectivity indices for A. affinis (22.7) and A. chlorantha (24.3) determined using human hepatoma cell line were only marginally different. In conclusion, our study suggests that although both plants may be useful for managing malaria, consumers may get better and faster antimalarial relief with A. affinis.
Ser LGBTQIA+ no ambiente escolar: a experiência de escolas públicas do Cariri Ocidental Paraibano.
Authors:   , Carvalho Gonçalves Adílio
Published: June 2023

Em todo Brasil, os sujeitos LGBTQIA+ sofrem com o preconceito, e a homofobia em todos os campos da sociedade. Esse preconceito e discriminação reduz de forma considerável o acesso desses sujeitos a serviços e direitos ofertados e assegurados pelo Estado. Para esses sujeitos, que sofrem esse tipo de violência, a escola e o sistema educacional deveria funcionar como uma ferramenta de proteção e combate a todo tipo de intolerância e principalmente contra a população LGBTQIA+, que por décadas são invisibilizadas por uma cultura binária e cisheternormativa, mas, não é isso que acontece, o mesmo preconceito e discriminação existente no campo social é reproduzido e reafirmado dentro das escolas do nosso país. Esse trabalho tem como um de seus objetivos analisar os impactos que essa discriminação estrutural, reproduzida pelas instituições de ensino causam no percurso escolar desses sujeitos, em especial os que frequentam as escolas públicas do Cariri Ocidental da Paraíba. Como esses sujeitos convivem com a lgbtfobia, e outras formas de violação de direitos e violências encontradas nas escolas. Também se fez necessário entender quais instrumentos e projetos essas instituições usam para proteger esses sujeitos, e ofertar uma educação de qualidade, assegurando de forma efetiva sua presença dentro da escola e sua permanência em todo processo de escolarização. Foi também observado como os/as professores/as e demais integrantes do corpo escolar convivem com as questões de sexualidade e gênero.
Using cloud computing services to enhance competitive advantage of commercial organizations
Authors: Abusaimeh Hesham Said , Sharabati Abdel-Aziz Ahmad , Asha Suliman Mahmoud
Published: June 2023

Using advanced technology in business has created hyper-competition among organizations to satisfy customers' needs. Using advanced technology aims to provide customers with quality products/services at suitable prices in the right place better than competitors. Therefore, the current study's purpose is to explore the influence of cloud computing services on Jordanian commercial organizations’ competitive advantages, organizations which use cloud computing services. The study uses quantitative, cause-effect, and cross-sectional methods and uses a convenience sampling approach to collect the data by questionnaire from 111 managers and/or owners of commercial organizations. The collected questionnaires are examined and inserted into SPSS. The instrument validity, normal distribution, and reliability are verified, then descriptive analysis is performed, the relationship between independent and dependent variables is tested, and finally multiple regressions are used to test the hypotheses. The findings indicate that commercial organizations are concerned about cloud computing services as well as competitive advantage sub-variables. The results also show that there was a significantly strong correlation between cloud computing services and competitive advantage. Moreover, cloud computing services influence the dimensions of competitive advantages (quality, cost, reliability, innovation, and responsiveness) of commercial organizations, where cloud computing services have the most significant influence on quality followed by cost and responsiveness, respectively. However, cloud computing services do not significantly influence innovation and reliability. Finally, the study recommends doing comparable research on other sectors, and industries as well as in other countries to test the results' generalizability.
The effects of the internal and the external factors affecting artificial intelligence (AI) adoption in e-innovation technology projects in the UAE? Applying both innovation and technology acceptance theories
Authors: Hirzallah Mohammad N. Y. , Alshurideh Muhammad Turki Raji
Published: June 2023

This study has examined factors, such as technology and employee influence on artificial intelligence (AI) adoption of e-innovative projects in the United Arab Emirates. The present study revealed the success or failure of e-innovation adoption in the public sector of the UAE and hinted at potential e-innovative projects to consider essential factors before adopting it. The study's sample covered the government sector, and the data collection method was a survey questionnaire with a sample size of 1037 responses made up of government employees. This paper was mainly built upon the diffusion of innovation and technology acceptance theories. The analysis findings showed that technology (an external factor) significantly and positively contributed to adopting AI e-innovation technology. Further analysis revealed that employee (internal factor) proxies directly influenced the adoption of AI e-innovation technology. Overall, internal and external factors contributed to adopting e-innovation technology in the United Arab Emirates. For future directions, additional factors related to the market should be considered to explore their contribution.
The impacts of task technology fit, transparency, and supply chain agility on the blockchain adoption by SMEs in Jordan
Authors: Almasarweh Mohammad , Jawasreh Zaid , AlGhasawneh Yahya , Matalka Mohammed Al , Alshuaibi Mohammad , Kalbouneh Nevin , Zoubi Mohammad Al
Published: June 2023

This study aims to find out how much the ways that blockchain technology helps in different parts of the supply chain affect how SMEs use blockchain technology. Moreover, the research examines the correlation between blockchain use and overall performance. The data was obtained from the SMEs' owners and managers, who have the authority to implement blockchain technology. Two follow-up phone calls yielded 145 usable replies from 500 prospective respondents, for a response rate of 29%, which was analysed employing structural equation modelling (SEM). The results demonstrated that the contributions of blockchain adoption to task technology fit, task characteristics, technology characteristics, operational supply chain transparency, and supply chain agility influenced the acceptance intentions of SME managers and that there is a significant positive correlation between blockchain adoption and overall performance. The results aid vendors and policymakers in formulating strategies and effective plans to accelerate blockchain adoption by SMEs. Furthermore, the findings provide owners/managers of SMEs with reason to believe that blockchain technology might be a source of competitive advantage.
The role of self-brand connection to mediate the effect of customer satisfaction on repurchase intention in moderation of lovemark
Authors: Seminari Ni Ketut , Rahyuda I Ketut , Sukaatmadja I Putu Gde , Sukawati Tjok Gde Raka
Published: June 2023

Repurchasing in the future reflects the success of a business that can build customer loyalty, which happens because the company can meet the needs and expectations of consumers. The dynamics of changes in consumer behavior in choosing products encourage companies to be able to provide satisfying products. Satisfied consumers will feel a bond with the product. Purpose of the study is to examine Self-Brand Connection (SBC) as a mediating variable between customer satisfaction on repurchase intention and the role of love mark in moderating SBC for intention to repurchase. The sample used in the study was 210 and analysed quantitatively via SmartPLS3. The study found that customer satisfaction affects repurchase intentions. Customer satisfaction positively affects self-brand connection. The SBC affects repurchase intention. Love for culinary brands cannot moderate self-brand connection on repurchase intention. Brand respect can moderate SBC on repurchase intention.
The effect of big data governance on financial technology in Jordanian commercial banks: The mediation role of organizational culture
Authors: Al-Afeef Mohammad Abdel Mohsen , Ali Osamah Abdul Munim , Al-Tahat Saqer , Malkawi Ahmad Fawaz , Kalbounhe Neven Yousef , Al-Azzam Zeyad Faisal
Published: June 2023

Big data has become much more widely used in recent years, particularly in the banking sector. Banks have begun to use big data to enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and create novel products and services. This study investigates the effect of big data governance on financial technology in Jordanian commercial banks. The study focuses on the four dimensions of big data governance: strategy and planning, ethics and social responsibility, data quality and management, and infrastructure and architecture. Additionally, the study considers the mediating role of organizational culture in the relationship between big data governance and financial technology. Primary data were collected from 250 IT employees working in Jordanian commercial banks, and the data were analyzed using PLS-SEM. The study findings indicate that big data governance has a significant positive effect on financial technology in Jordanian commercial banks. Additionally, it has been discovered that organizational culture partially mediates the relationship between big data governance and financial technology, emphasizing the significance of creating a culture that encourages the efficient use of data in fintech. In the context of Jordanian commercial banks, this study presents empirical evidence for the connection between big data governance and financial technology. The results indicate that big data governance measures should be applied while taking organizational culture into account as a potential mediator of the effects on financial technology. This study offers guidance on how to successfully integrate big data governance policies in commercial banks to advance financial technology for bank managers and policymakers.
Factors affecting middle eastern countries' intention to use financial technology
Authors: Al-Afeef Mohammad Abdel Mohsen , Fraihat Baha Aldeen Mohammad , Alhawamdeh Hamzeh , Hijazi Haitham Ali , AL-Afeef Mohammad Ali , Nawasr Maher , Rabi Ala' Mohammad
Published: June 2023

Financial technology, also known as Fintech, continues to transform the financial services sector globally. Fintech adoption has been delayed in some places, particularly in the Middle East, despite the potential positive benefits. This study investigates the mediating effect of perceived ease of use on the relationship between seamless transactions, financial risk, legal risk, security risk, perceived risk, and the intention to use financial technology in Middle Eastern countries. Data was collected from 500 respondents from five Middle Eastern countries (Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates) using a structured questionnaire, and partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was used to test the research model. The findings demonstrate that perceived ease of use strongly mediates the links between seamless transactions, financial risk, legal risk, security risk, perceived risk, and the intention to use financial technology. The study shed light on the significance of perceived ease of use in influencing people's intention to utilize financial technology as well as the function it serves in minimizing the effects of perceived risks. The findings of this study could be useful for financial technology companies operating in Middle Eastern countries, policymakers, and researchers interested in the adoption of financial technology.
Utilizing business intelligence and digital transformation and leadership to enhance employee job satisfaction and business added value in greater Amman municipality
Authors: Raed Hanandeh , Qawasmeh Esraa Farid , Alserhan Atalla Fahed , Ahmad Hanandeh , Hammouri Qais , Halim Mona , Darawsheh Saddam Rateb
Published: June 2023

The goal of this study was to find out how business intelligence systems, AI, and digital leadership affect how satisfied employees are with their jobs and how much value they add to companies in the Greater Amman Municipality. After the study samples were taken and looked at, a total of 246 samples were approved to be used in the PLS software-based analysis. The results of this study showed that putting in place business intelligence tools, artificial intelligence, and digital leadership all made employees happier with their jobs and gave businesses more value. The research showed that there are four key parts to digital leadership: commander, communicator, collaborator, and co-creator. The main parts of business intelligence are Data Warehouse, Data Mining, Business Process Management, and Competitive Intelligence. Findings show that digital transformation is made up of three key parts: changing processes, developing business models, and changing domains. The results also show that an employee's level of job satisfaction, which includes things like business success, work commitment, and job thinking, is linked to how much value they add to the company. Intriguingly, the current results go against those of earlier studies, which said that the variables of interest have no effect on how happy employees are with their jobs or how much value companies add for their customers. When the results of this study are looked at as a whole, they say that businesses should start doing things that make employees happier at work and increase the value of the business. The current study is innovative because it focuses on the most important parts of business intelligence, artificial intelligence, and digital leadership in order to improve employee satisfaction at work and the quality of business learning with added value in Greater Amman Municipality.
An Overview of Dendrimers as Novel Carriers in Drug Delivery
Authors: M Aravind , Kumar P Sivaram , Begum SK Arifa
Published: June 2023

Dendrimers and dendrimer based nanocarriers are gaining much attention in the field of therapeutic drug delivery owing to their advantages such as ease of multifunctionalization, well-defined chemical structure, near-to-monodispersity, as well as multivalency. Dendrimers are used as vectors in gene therapy, solubility enhancers and blood substitutes. Dendrimers have also been investigated as genetic material carriers with potential diagnostic and therapeutic applications. In the current review, an overview of the different types, synthesis methods, unique structural properties, factors affecting properties and applications of dendrimers. Further, the major concerns and future perspectives of the dendrimers have been discussed. The surface-modified dendrimers have been succeeded in their clinical translation and making remarkable progress in the phase of clinical trials. Extensive research is required in order to foster a robust large-scale synthetic method with adequate reproducibility. Significant studies necessarily be carriedout to find the correlation between the degree of surface modification (product quality) and their biological behavior, like pharmacokinetic profiles, therapeutic efficiency, safety and toxicity. In conclusion, dendrimers and dendritic nanoparticles have prospective insight in the arena of health sector in the forthcoming years.
Artificial Intelligence and Tools in Pharmaceuticals: An Overview
Authors: Patil Prasad , Kumar Nrip Nripesh , Hajare Ashok , Hajare Digvijay , K. Patil Mahadev , Kanthe Rajesh , T. Gaikwad Anil
Published: June 2023

In the field of pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize multitudes of aspects related with pharmaceutical field. In this article, we provide an overview of the benefits and applications of artificial intelligence in the pharmaceutical industry, including drug discovery, clinical trial design, personalized medicine, streamlining drug development, and enhancing drug safety. In addition, impact of artificial intelligence and its tools on pharmaceutical industry as well as major worldwide start-ups in this area has also been discussed. However, the adoption of AI in the pharmaceutical industry faces various challenges such as a lack of clear regulatory guidance, data privacy and security concerns, data quality and availability issues, and ethical considerations. Despite these challenges, continued investment and development in AI has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and accuracy of drug development and improve patient outcomes. In conclusion, while AI holds great promise for the pharmaceutical industry, there are still significant challenges that must be overcome to fully realize it’s potential.
A Neo-Classical Realist Account of Türkiye’s Foreign Policy Behavior: The Comparison of Bülent Ecevit’s 1978-1979 and 1999-2002 Governments
Authors: KELKİTLİ Fatma Aslı
Published: June 2023

This study examines and compares the foreign policy behavior of Türkiye under the premiership of Bülent Ecevit between 1978-1979 and 1999-2002 via utilization of neo-classical realist theory. The article argues that the permissive strategic environment in both periods, détente in the former and unipolar international system in the latter paved the way for Türkiye’s multi-dimensional foreign policy which put special emphasis on neighboring regions. The worldviews of Ecevit and his foreign ministers Gündüz Ökçün and İsmail Cem as well as the emergence of grave economic problems in the country also contributed to the consolidation of region-centric foreign policy streak in both periods. Yet, while the arrival of the Second Cold War in December 1979 following the Soviet intervention in Afghanistan interrupted Türkiye’s multi-dimensional foreign policy stance for a while, the increasing trend towards multi-polarity starting from mid-2000s facilitated Türkiye’s pursuit of more autonomous foreign policy line.
PHYSIOLOGICAL STUDIES ON THE CARDIOPULMONARY INDEX CHANGES IN ADAPTATION TO PROGRESSIVE PHYSICAL LOADS
Authors: Kupriyanov S. V. , Bochkarev S. V. , Semenova L. M. , Kruglikov N. Yu. , Myasnikova I. A. , Nizova D. I. , Zhuravleva N.V. , Mohammad Alhasan
Published: June 2023

Objective. The main purpose of the research was to develop a coefficient of cardiorespiratory system status, which will take into account both frequency and power characteristics of external respiration and hemodynamics activity. Compare an informativeness of this coefficient with a universally accepted Hildebrandt one.

Materials and Methods. 154 apparently healthy young people of both sexes were examined. On a bicycle ergometer with a pedaling rhythm of 40 per minute, five standard stages of short-term physical exercise load ranging from negligible to moderate were provided. Spirography, tonometry and pulsometry were carried out before loading, at its peak and after it. The parameters specified were recorded for each subject simultaneously. Systolic volume was calculated using Starr formula with subsequent defining cardiac minute output.

Statistical analysis was performed using Statistica ® 7.0 package (StatSoft Inc., USA). Assessment of results’ significance was calculated using Student's t-test and sign test.

Results. In the case of low short-term physical exercises pulmonary ventilation is increased due to greater reactivity of external breathing amplitude and to a lesser extent due to change in the frequency of respiratory movements. This type of reactions of the respiratory component in cardiorespiratory interaction is more efficient. In the given conditions, body’s adaptation is ensured by breathing component dominance, while responses of systemic arterial pressure and pulse turn out to be less pronounced, less stabile. Taking into account greater adaptive importance in power characteristics changes of respiratory and cardiovascular activity, a coefficient of cardiorespiratory system status is proposed – MBV/RMV (ratio of minute blood flow volume to respiratory minute volume). The given factor is demonstrated to have significantly greater informative value and sensitivity to generally recognized Hildebrandt coefficient.
CERTIFICACIONES DE SUSTENTABILIDAD EN LA CADENA DE VALOR CACAO ECUADOR ¿ES EL GOBIERNO O SON LAS MULTINACIONALES QUIENES EJERCEN LA GOBERNANZA?
Authors: García Noboa Jéssica , Lucero Novillo Carmen , Logroño Vivanco Nelson
Published: June 2023

Contexto: Desde 1998, el Gobierno ecuatoriano a través de la política pública, aplica como estrategia de competitividad, cambios en la cadena de valor y adopta prácticas sostenibles de cacao. Estos tipos de normas de calidad exigidas por los países de destino exportable, que serán el punto focal de la presente investigación a fin de determinar quién ejerce la gobernanza en la cadena. Teorías: Las teorías en este trabajo giran alrededor de dos; una de forma macro denominada teoría de desarrollo económico, y una micro que es desarrollada a nivel de empresas denominada como la teoría de la planeación estratégica. Método: La metodología a aplicar en la presente investigación es deductiva, de tipo cualitativo, la información secundaria levantada sobre temas de sostenibilidad en los procesos corresponde al análisis documental nacional e internacional realizado sobre cadenas de valor en el sector de la agroindustria, a los organismos de control de calidad estatal, a documentos técnicos nacionales e internacionales; así como, revistas indexadas en base Scopus. Resultados: Se cubren los tres objetivos de estudio: 1. Describir la caracterización de la cadena y la estrategia del Gobierno Ecuatoriano 2. Analizar los tipos de normas nacionales que rigen la cadena; y, 3 Develar quién ejerce la gobernanza. Conclusiones: Finalmente, la investigación muestra cómo las certificaciones de sustentabilidad se convierten en mecanismos de gobernanza en la cadena de valor cacao a través de las consultoras internacionales.
USO DE INSTRUMENTOS TECNOLÓGICOS EN LAS MICROEMPRESAS DE LA PROVINCIA DEL GUAYAS
Authors: Rosillo Toro Willian , Vivanco Hidalgo Isauro , Villavicencio Morejón Blanca , Sisalema Morejón Lila
Published: June 2023

El artículo tiene como propósito analizar el uso de instrumentos tecnológicos en las microempresas del Guayas. Se encontró que estas poseen un limitado uso de instrumentos tecnológicos, lo que se reflejó en brechas en el acceso a internet, conexión de banda ancha y uso de esta herramienta por parte de los empleados, al igual que en la baja proporción de microempresas que posee página web, la limitada referencia y uso sobre de las tecnologías digitales emergentes, así como la baja proporción de microempresas que invierten en tecnología. Como obstáculos que frenan el desarrollo tecnológico de estas unidades económicas se identificó al difícil acceso a financiamiento, la falta de referencia sobre las herramientas, soluciones tecnológicas y sus aplicaciones, el desconocimiento sobre el uso de tales tecnologías, al igual que por la falta de apoyo gubernamental.
Talent Management Programmes and Cost Leadership in Deposit Money Banks in Lagos State, Nigeria
Authors:   Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo Ogun State, Nigeria, Ajala O. P.
Published: June 2023

The article examined talent management and cost leadership of selected deposit money banks in Lagos State, Nigeria. Survey research design was adopted in the study. The population was 2,169 senior employees and managers of ten selected deposit money banks in Lagos State, Nigeria. A sample size of 425 employees was determined using the Raosoft online sample size calculator. A stratified random sampling technique was adopted in the study. The data were collected using a structured and validated questionnaire. Cronbach’s alpha coefficients for talent management dimensions were: talent planning (0.860), talent acquisition (0.864), talent development (0.849), talent reward (0.943), and talent retention (0.919), and cost leadership (0.915). The response rate was 85.6%. The collected data were analysed with findings indicating that some talent management dimensions had significant effect on cost leadership. It was recommended that the management of selected deposit money banks in Lagos State, Nigeria, develop a policy to connect talent management to the cost leadership of the institution to make the sector competitive and sustainable in the long run. Such a policy would be the anchor for actions adopted by or proposed by the firms in matters pertaining to talent management. Keywords: Talent management, Cost leadership, Deposit Money Banks, Talent Planning, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development
Corporate Governance and Net Profit Before Tax of Quoted Food and Beverage Firms in Nigeria
Authors:   Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun state, Nigeria, Owolabi S. A.
Published: June 2023

The food and beverage industry is crucial to human existence as it provides sustenance and nutrition necessary for survival. The industry encompasses a wide range of activities, including the production, processing, packaging, distribution, and consumption of food and beverages. Despite its importance, studies have shown that quoted food and beverage firms are faced with the struggle to maintain substantial level of net profit before tax which are likely due to weak corporate governance (ownership structure, board composition, board diversity, CEO tenure, and board size). This study therefore, investigated the effect of corporate governance on earning per share of quoted food and beverage firms in Nigeria. The study adopted ex-post facto research design. The population of the study was 21 food and beverage firms quoted on Nigerian Exchange as at December 31st, 2021. The study used purposive sampling technique to choose the sample size of 14 quoted food and beverage firms based on the years of listing and data availability. The data used for the study were extracted from the audited annual financial statement of the sampled firms from 2014 to 2021. Descriptive and inferential (multiple regression) statistics were used to analyse the data at 10% significance level. Findings revealed that corporate governance had significant effect on net profit before tax (Adj.R2 = 0.23, F (5, 106) = 6.54, p < 0.10). The study concluded that corporate governance enhanced return on asset of quoted food and beverage firms in Nigeria. The study recommended that food and beverage firms should ensure the independence of the board is embraced and enhanced at all times to ensure improved financial performance and ensure returns on asset. Key words: Corporate Governance, Net Profit before Tax, Food and Beverage Firms
Superficial siderosis suspected to be related to vertebral fracture and vertebroplasty
Authors: Choi Moon Gwan , Kim Dong Hyun , Ahn Sung Jae , Park Sang-Soon , Lee Seung Hyun
Published: June 2023

Superficial siderosis (SS) of the central nervous system is a rare disorder caused by chronic or recurrent hemorrhages into the subarachnoid space, and subsequent deposition of hemosiderin in the subpial layers of the brain and spinal cord lead to the development of neuronal damage. The diagnosis of SS is typically made by brain imaging and management may include identifying and treating the underlying cause of the bleeding, as well as symptomatic treatment. We present the case of a 79-year-old female with chronic progressive gait ataxia and dysarthria. She was eventually diagnosed with SS probably due to lumbar compression fracture treated with vertebroplasty 6 years ago.
Conservation Status of Great Indian Bustard in Madhya Pradesh, India.
Authors: Rao Dr. R. J.
Published: June 2023

The Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis niariceps) is a crucial indicator species in the dry grassland ecosystem. Preferring slightly grazed, low vegetation areas, it forms groups and consumes grains, shoots, and insects. Breeding times vary. Once widespread in Indian arid and grassy regions, human population growth led to habitat conversion and hunting, endangering the species. Currently, 1500-2000 birds exist in isolated pockets across Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka, mostly protected zones. Conservation efforts include legal protection, habitat preservation, and research by institutions like Bombay Natural History Society and Jiwaji University. Successful management has increased populations, but sustained protection remains crucial for the Great Indian Bustard's survival, along with associated species. Harmonizing human-wildlife coexistence is key.
Water Demand for Baroda Urban Area
Authors: Barodawala S.F. , Patel P.K. , Patel C.D.
Published: June 2023

In the city of Baroda, industrialization and urbanization have led to a deficiency in the current water supply. This problem has been exacerbated by surface and groundwater pollution. Water budget studies predict that the deficit in demand and supply will become even more severe in the year 2001. Groundwater is the main source of water in the city, but it is insufficient due to pollution. The water budget was calculated based on the current available water draft and demand, and it was found that there is a significant deficit in both the present and future. Possible solutions to this problem include increasing water supply through the construction of reservoirs and improving water management techniques, as well as reducing water demand through the implementation of water conservation measures.
A Review of China's Green Transformation of Agriculture in the Context of "Double Carbon"
Authors: Chen Qian
Published: June 2023

China is in a critical period of economic transformation, and the green transformation of agriculture is inevitable. Building a new type of agriculture oriented to green and low-carbon is the key to green transformation, which requires improving the laws related to the agriculture of "double carbon", vigorously developing science and technology, and changing the agricultural development model.
Comparative Analysis of Investment Value in Chinese Household Appliance Industry
Authors: Cao Ruobing
Published: June 2023

As an important part of the consumption field, household appliances play a key role in China's economic growth. After 30 years of development, China's home appliance industry has made remarkable achievements and occupies an important position in the world's home appliance industry. It has become the largest manufacturing base and consumer market of home appliances in the world, leading international counterparts in cost and quality, with obvious advantages. There is no doubt that the value of an investment in China's home appliance industry is also growing. Therefore, this paper adopts appropriate evaluation methods to study the investment value of three major home appliance companies in China -- Haier Zhijia, Gree Electric, and Changhong Meiling, so that the majority of investors can realize their investment value, and at the same time, it also contributes its own strength to guide investors to make rational value investment and promote the healthy development of Chinese capital market. This paper compares and analyzes their investment value from three aspects: risk ratio, profitability ratio, and market value ratio. Based on the analysis, the conclusion of this paper is that these three companies are basically excellent, have broad investment value, and Haier Zhijia has the most development prospects.
Research on the Impact of Infrastructure Construction on Bilateral Trade between Middle East and Central Asia Countries
Authors: Tu Yiren
Published: June 2023

The infrastructure can effectively help countries achieve the following goals. First at all, it can effectively reduce the transaction cost of the target country, thus contributing to market integration within the country and helping it integrate into the world economic system. Secondly, infrastructure construction can effectively improve people's living standards within a country. Thirdly, infrastructure construction can promote the industrial integration of target countries within a certain range, promoting the development of industrial clusters within the region, improve production efficiency, and promote economic development. Then, specific trade relations between countries with different income levels promote the clarification of the positioning of the industrial division of labor. Middle East and Central Asian countries still have problems such as weak infrastructure construction, uneven development, and poor terms of trade. To sum up, based on the actual situation of Middle East and Central Asian countries, this paper analyzes the different roles played by each country in regional economic integration and industrial division of labor based on the infrastructure level through the empirical research of the gravity model. To explore the construction of infrastructure in Central Asian countries to improve the development of the economy, improve people's living standards, promote the efficiency of trade construction, and provide a useful reference for the layout of infrastructure construction in the Middle East and Central Asian countries.
Preface: 3rd International Conference on Global Business and Management Science (GBMS 2023)
Authors: Turner Abigail , Zhang Hui
Published: June 2023

The 2023 3rd International Conference on Global Business and Management Science (GBMS 2023) was held during May 06-07, 2023 in Kunming, China. It is one of the conferences for presenting novel and fundamental advances in the fields of global business, economic systems, corporate governance, financial economics, management science, marketing research, and human resource.

GBMS 2023 provides an excellent international platform for the academicians, researchers, and industrial experts from around the world to share their research findings with the global experts. The event is also an opportunity for PhD students in this area to moot their dissertation works to a global audience. The key intention of this seminar is to provide opportunity for the global participants to share their ideas and experience in person with their peers expected to join from different parts of the world. In addition, this gathering will help the delegates to establish research and business relations and linkage for future collaborations in their career path. We hope that the outcome of this conference will lead to significant contributions towards creation of new knowledge.

The idea of the GBMS 2023 is for the scientists, scholars, engineers and students from the universities all around the world and the industry to present ongoing research activities, and hence to foster research relations between the universities and the industry. There is a real opportunity among a wide range of scientists, teachers, industry representatives, and students in various fields related, to exchange ideas, share knowledge and establish close cooperation.

Regards,

The Organizing Committees of GBMS

Kunming, China