bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORATION OF RELIGIOUS TOURISM IN UTTAR PRADESH
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Commerce and Business Administration, University of Allahabad., Pandey Yashaswi , Pandey Shrikant ,   Research Scholar, Department of Commerce and Business Administration, University of Allahabad., Malviya A.K. ,   Professor, Department of Commerce and Business Administration, University of Allahabad.
Published: December 2023

Tourism encompasses the activities of individuals or societies who venture beyond their usual surroundings for a duration of less than a full year, primarily for leisure, business, or other non-migration-related purposes. When discussing religious tourism, Uttar Pradesh emerges as a renowned Indian state celebrated for its rich religious and cultural heritage, owing to the presence of sacred rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, alongside various revered religious sites such as Varanasi, Vrindavan, Mathura, Sarnath, Chitrakoot, Ayodhya, Hastinapur, Allahabad, Vindhyachal, and more.Uttar Pradesh boasts a multitude of significant Hindu pilgrimage sites, with Varanasi, located on the banks of the Ganges, being particularly well-known. Allahabad is famed for its confluence of the mythical rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, while Mathura is renowned as the birthplace of Lord Krishna, and Ayodhya holds significance as the birthplace of Lord Rama. Uttar Pradeshs appeal is not limited to Hinduism it also holds significance for Buddhists. Sarnath, Kushinagar, and Saraswati, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon, are among the worlds most renowned Buddhist pilgrimage destinations.In the realm of Islamic religious destinations, Uttar Pradesh is known for the mausoleums of Sufi saints, with Hazrat Salim Chistis shrine in FatehpurSikri and Dewa Sharif in Lucknow being prominent religious tourist attractions.This paper sheds light on religious tourism in Uttar Pradesh, delving into its existing policies and frameworks centered around the states religious sites. It underscores how the religious tourism industry contributes revenue to the state by offering religious services, transportation options, accommodation facilities, and more. However, its essential to recognize that the religious tourism industry faces challenges due to inadequate understanding, insufficient policies, limited management, inadequate infrastructure, the absence of regulations, and a lack of environmental and cultural sustainability at these religious tourism destinations.
Negotiating marginalisation: A socio-economic history of the Kalanga of Mangwe, Zimbabwe, 1940-2015
Authors:   , Nyathi Innocent
Published: December 2023

The thesis explores the relationship between ethnicity, marginalisation, and survival mechanisms amongst the Kalanga people of Mangwe (southwestern Zimbabwe) from the 1940s up until the turn of the 21st century. The study showed how the Kalanga of Mangwe have used ethnicity as a concept to not only claim access to resources but also develop alternative survival strategies that help them seek to navigate their experiences of marginalisation by both the state and the hegemonic position of the Ndebele who dominate the region politically and linguistically. Using evidence from activities such as cross border migration and the mopane economy, I showed how the Kalanga express their displeasure at being dominated through engagement, as was shown in their attempt to fight for their language, for example in the 1940s through regionalised Kalanga organisations as the Kalanga Language and Cultural Development Society (KLCDS), to disengagement such as migration and illegal informal cross border trade. Using ‘conviviality’ and ‘the everyday’, as well as borrowing from the Race Relations Theory (RRT) of Robert Ezra Park as theoretical underpinnings, I demonstrated how amongst the Kalanga of Mangwe ethnic identity can lead to competition for resources, which in turn leads to marginalisation and discrimination which influences their social, political and economic choices that may in turn reinforce ethnic identity in a cycle like scenario. Everyday economic and social activities amongst the Kalanga of Mangwe that appear mundane and ordinary to an uninterested observer, help shape the everyday discourse of the Kalanga as they navigate marginalisation.
Biodiversity in wetland+ system: a passive solution for HCH dump effluents
Authors: Amirbekov Aday , Strojsova Martina , Nemecek Jan , Riha Jakub , Hrabak Pavel , Arias Carlos , Sevcu Alena , Černík Miroslav
Published: December 2023

The hexachlorocyclohexane isomers (HCH) are long-banned pesticides. Even though their use has been prohibited for decades, their presence in the environment is still reported worldwide. Wetland + is a registered trademark of the remedial treatment technology consisting of an aerobic sedimentary tank, a permeable reactive barrier, a biosorption system, and an aerobic wetland. This proven method combines a reductive treatment known from PRBs with the natural wetland self-cleaning processes. The average efficiency of the system is 96.8% for chlorobenzenes (ClB) and 81.7% for HCH, during the first 12 months of the system operation. The presence of the genes encoding enzymes involved in the degradation of the HCH compounds indicates that the removal of HCH and ClB occurs not only by chemical removal but also through aerobic and anaerobic combining biodegradation. Changes in abundance and the composition of the diatom community were found to be suitable indicators of the water quality and of the impact of the Wetland + operation on the water ecosystem. The system's annual operation exhibited a markedly higher number of diatom species in the closing profiles of the Ostrovský Creek, the Wetland + effluent recipient.
Ecology and Justice: From Environmental Justice to Integral Ecology of «Laudato si’»
Authors: Gocko Jerzy
Published: December 2023

Until recently, in the social teaching of the Church, the principle of social justice has been primarily related to issues of poverty, social inequalities, wealth distribution, and goods. Pope Francis extends this understanding to environmental issues. While diagnosing and describing the contemporary ecological crisis (our inability to resolve it in particular), he identifies the same mindset and mechanisms underlying both the social and ecological crises. Pope Francis's encyclical Laudato si’ is, therefore, a revolutionary text, which, based on integral ecology, reintroduces justice (similarly to Rerum Novarum over 130 years ago) as the key to addressing a new social issue – the contemporary ecological crisis. The comprehensive perspective on the contemporary global crisis as a socio-ecological crisis, in Laudato si’ finds its reference in the developed concept of Environmental Justice – an ecological justice as a new type of social justice. The viewpoint of a moral theologian allows us to perceive the duties associated with it not only as a legal obligation (debitum iuridicum) but also more deeply as a moral obligation (debitum morale).
Data Types, Operators, and Expressions
Authors: Kumar Mohbey Krishna , Acharya Malika
Published: December 2023

Now that you have been familiarised with the installation and basics of
Python programming, it's time to dig in a little more and understand the different data
types that are available along with the operators and expressions that make the
programming more user-friendly. In this chapter, we will learn about data type
categorization and the operators present. Here you will learn the following nuances:

1. Data types supported by the Python.
2. Use of variables to store and access the data.
3. Operators do mathematical works and logical functions.
4. Variety of expressions to serve the range of applications.
Functions
Authors: Kumar Mohbey Krishna , Acharya Malika
Published: December 2023

Functions are one of the primary concepts in every programming language.
They provide an easy way to package the programming logic and use it as and when
required as many times at any place. Thus they help to reduce the redundancy in code
and increase the reproducibility. With the increase in the length of code, it is often a
good idea to divide the code into separate modules by splitting the code into different
functions based on its utility. This is a much- sought practice to organise the lengthy
code. They also help in unit testing the code as testing small units in isolation is quite
an easy task. This deliberate use of functions thus supports language flexibility and a
user-friendly interface. In this chapter the pertinent takeaways would be:

1. Understanding functions and function calls.
2. Comprehending the concept of local and global variables.
3. Programming with the recursive functions.
Modules and Packages
Authors: Kumar Mohbey Krishna , Acharya Malika
Published: December 2023

Useful codes are often stored as separate files to increase modularity and
reusability. Modules refer to a single file of code while a package is a collection of
modules. A good programmer utilises both these aspects to enhance the program view
and manage the hierarchy. In this chapter, we introduce the basics of working with the
modules and packages.
Object-Oriented Programming
Authors: Kumar Mohbey Krishna , Acharya Malika
Published: December 2023

In this chapter, we explore the OOP concepts in programming that offer an
effective way of making coding more easy and comprehensive. It facilitates
redundancy and allows customizing the existing code.
Programming with Python
Authors: Kumar Mohbey Krishna , Acharya Malika
Published: December 2023

After the successful comprehension of the different aspects of Python and its
applications in ML, it's now the time to look at how they can be combined and put to
work using common examples. This will surely increase the reader's comprehension of
the intricacies of Python and demonstrate the efficiency of the language in making the
programming simple.
Basics of Python Programming: A Quick Guide for Beginners
Authors: Kumar Mohbey Krishna , Acharya Malika
Published: December 2023

Basics of Python Programming: A Quick Guide for Beginners is an essential companion to mastering the Python programming language. The book presents information about Python in 12 structured chapters with a strong emphasis on fundamentals and practical information. Starting with basic operators, functions and expressions, contents explain file handling, exception handling and modules. The book concludes with advanced topics such as object oriented programming and machine learning.

Key Features:

Fundamental Focus: Covers the core concepts of Python programming to build a strong foundation in python programming in an easy-to-understand format.
Practical Demonstrations: Learn by doing. This textbook includes hands-on practical demonstrations that reinforce your understanding of Python concepts.
IDE Guidance: Includes programming and installation guidance for Python-supporting Integrated Development Environments (IDEs).
Explores Python Frameworks: Introduces Python frameworks such as Matplotlib, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, and NLTK for complex projects.
Python for Machine Learning: Gives a preliminary understanding of Python for machine learning tasks for data science and AI applications.

Basics of Python Programming: A Quick Guide for Beginners is the perfect starting point for aspiring students, programmers and tech enthusiasts. Whether you're a student looking to build a solid foundation in Python or an industry professional venturing into machine learning and artificial intelligence, this textbook has you covered.
Quantitative Structure-activity Relationship (QSAR) in Studying the Biologically Active Molecules
Authors: ÇETINKAYA Serap , TÜZÜN Burak , SARIPINAR Emin
Published: December 2023

Recently, many new methods have been used in the research and
development of a new drug. In this article, QSAR, which is one of the usable areas of
artificial intelligence during molecule research, and the analysis and formulation
studies related to the suitability of this area are discussed. It is explained how a model
to be created is prepared and calculation formulas for how to verify this model are
shown. Examples of the most recent 4D-QSAR calculations are given.
Pharmacophore Mapping: An Important Tool in Modern Drug Design and Discovery
Authors: Pathak Dharmraj V. , Vyas Abha , Sagar Sneha R. , Bhatt Hardik G. , Patel Paresh K.
Published: December 2023

Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) has become an integral part of drug
discovery and development efforts in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.
Since the 1980s, structure-based design technology has evolved, and today, these
techniques are being widely employed and credited for the discovery and design of
most of the recent drug products in the market. Pharmacophore-based drug design
provides fundamental approach strategies for both structure-based and ligand-based
pharmacophore approaches. The different programs and methodologies enable the
implementation of more accurate and sophisticated pharmacophore model generation
and application in drug discovery. Commonly used programmes are GALAHAD,
GASP, PHASE, HYPOGEN, ligand scout etc. In modern computational chemistry,
pharmacophores are used to define the essential features of one or more molecules with
the same biological activity. A database of diverse chemical compounds can then be
searched for more molecules which share the same features located at a similar distance
apart from each other. Pharmacophore requires knowledge of either active ligands
and/or the active site of the target receptor. There are a number of ways to build a
pharmacophore. It can be done by common feature analysis to find the chemical
features shared by a set of active compounds that seem commonly important for
receptor interaction. Alternately, diverse chemical structures for certain numbers of
training set molecules, along with the corresponding IC50 or Ki values, can be used to
correlate the three-dimensional arrangement of their chemical features with the
biological activities of training set molecules. There are many advantages in
pharmacophore based virtual screening as well as pharmacophore based QSAR, which
exemplify the detailed application workflow. Pharmacophore based drug design
process includes pharmacophore modelling and validation, pharmacophore based
virtual screening, virtual hits profiling, and lead identification. The current chapter on
pharmacophores also describes case studies and applications of pharmacophore
mapping in finding new drug molecules of specific targets.
Anticancer Activity of Medicinal Plants Extract and Molecular Docking Studies
Authors: ÇETINKAYA Serap , TÜZÜN Burak
Published: December 2023

Molecular docking involves the interaction of a molecule with another place,
usually in the protein structure, and simulating the placement of the molecule in the
protein structure with certain score algorithms, taking into account many quantities,
such as the electro-negativity of atoms, their positions to each other, and the
conformation of the molecule to be inserted into the protein structure. Finally, the
activity of the molecule with the highest percentage by mass against various cancer
proteins was investigated according to the GC-MS results made on some medicinal and
aromatic plants in order to set an example of molecular docking calculations.
Quantum Chemistry in Drug Design: Density Function Theory (DFT) and Other Quantum Mechanics (QM)-related Approaches
Authors: Baraque de Freitas Rodrigues Samuel , Santos Aquino de Araújo Rodrigo , Dantas de Mendonça Thayane Regine , Bezerra Mendonça-Júnior Francisco Jaime , Zhan Peng , Ferreira da Silva-Júnior Edeildo
Published: December 2023

Drug design and development are expensive and time-consuming processes,
which in many cases result in failures during the clinical investigation steps. In order to
increase the chances to obtain potential drug candidates, several in silico approaches
have emerged in the last years, most of them based on molecular or quantum
mechanics theories. These computational strategies have been developed to treat a
large dataset of chemical information associated with drug candidates. In this context,
quantum chemistry is highlighted since it is based on the Schrödinger equation with
mathematic solutions, especially the Born-Oppenheimer approximation. Among the
Hartree-Fock-based methods, the Density Functional Theory (DFT) of HohenbergKohn represents an interesting and powerful tool to obtain accurate results for
electronic properties of molecules or even solids, which in many cases are corroborated
by experimental data. Additionally, DFT-related methods exhibit a moderate time-consuming cost when compared to other ab initio methods. In this chapter, we provide
a deep overview focused on the formalism behind DFT, including historical aspects of
its development and improvements. Moreover, different examples of the application of
DFT in studies involving GABA inhibitors, or catalytic mechanisms of enzymes, such
as RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp) of SARS-CoV-2, and different proteases associated impacting diseases, such as malaria, Chagas disease, human African
trypanosomiasis, and others. Moreover, the role of metal ions in catalytic enzymatic
mechanisms is also covered, discussing iron-, copper-, and nickel-catalyzed processes.
Finally, this chapter comprises several aspects associated with the elucidation of
catalytic mechanisms of inhibition, which could be used to develop new potential
pharmacological agents.
Inovasi dan Rekonstruksi Undang-Undang Sektoral Daerah untuk Desentralisasi Asimetris
Authors: Failaq Muhammad RM Fayasy , Madjid Mario Agritama SW
Published: December 2023

Desentralisasi yang disuarakan lebih kencang pasca reformasi nyatanya masih menyimpan residu. Diantaranya adalah uniformitas desentralisasi serta hasrat federalisme yang sejak dahulu tetap ada namun sukar dieksekusi. Atas dasar itu solusi yang tepat dinilai adalah melalui desentralisasi asimetris yang sayangnya pemberlakuannya saat ini terbatas kepada daerah otonomi khusus dan istimewa yang tidak menyelesaikan problematika diatas. Untuk itu, penelitian ini hendak mengkaji konsep desentralisasi asimetris yang tepat serta menghadirkan solusi berupa inovasi dan rekonstruksi undang-undang sektoral daerah. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian hukum yuridis normatif dengan pendekatan konseptual. Data-data diperoleh dari data sekunder dengan beragam bahan hukum didalamnya terkait tema. Selanjutnya, data-data tersebut oleh penulis ditelaah secara kualitatif agar dapat menghasilkan kesimpulan yang objektif. Kesimpulannya, desentralisasi asimetris dapat diterapkan pula pada daerah-daerah non otonomi khusus dan istimewa dengan aspek dan alasan dasar kekhususan geografis, ekonomi, administratif, dan budaya. Pintu masuknya tidak perlu sampai melakukan amandemen, sebab cukup rekonstruksi undang-undang sektoral daerah dan berinovasi untuk menambah urusan pemerintahan tertentu di dalamnya.
Inovasi Digital pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Sumedang dalam Mendorong Open Government
Authors: Barsei Adhityo Nugraha , Nugroho Setiyatmo Adi , Ghassani Ghina Aghnia , Trianita Linda Novi
Published: December 2023

Kabupaten Sumedang merupakan salah satu Pemerintah Daerah yang memiliki komitmen tinggi melakukan inovasi layanan digital. Namun, inovasi layanan digital yang dilakukan Pemerintah Kabupaten Sumedang (Pemkab Sumedang) belum pernah ditinjau dari perspektif open government. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menjelaskan inovasi digital unggulan dan sejauh mana inovasi tersebut telah mendorong terwujudnya open government. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan studi kasus melalui wawancara dan studi dokumentasi. Kemudian data tersebut dianalisis dengan menyederhanakan data, menyusun data, dan menarik kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Kabupaten Sumedang tidak hanya mampu melakukan inovasi digital. Melalui layanan digital unggulan, Kabupaten Sumedang telah mampu mewujudkan transparansi dalam penyediaan informasi dan kinerja daerah, partisipasi dalam pelayanan publik, dan kolaborasi dalam penanganan stunting. Temuan ini dapat menjadi acuan bagi pemerintah daerah lainnya yang ingin mewujudkan open government melalui inovasi digital.
Examining the Virtues of Organisational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB) at an SME
Authors: Popovicsné Szilágyi Zita
Published: December 2023

Nowadays, especially in the Eastern region of Hungary, small businesses face an increasing challenge in attracting and retaining a well-qualified workforce that is able to accept and commit to the goals of SMEs. This is due to the promising career prospects offered by foreign-owned large companies locating here. However, if SME employees possess the virtues of organisational citizenship behaviour (OCB), they will develop a stronger commitment to the organisation. The aim of our research was to explore the extent to which the five OCB virtues; sportsmanship, conscientiousness, altruism, politeness and civic virtue are present in a small construction company in Hajdú-Bihar county. Our survey was carried out using a questionnaire method, which was analysed as a function of length of service, education and age. The main findings are that there is a strong correlation between the presence of OCB characteristics and age and length of time spent with the firm.
Influence of ‘Bergendang’ Culture in the Spaces of Traditional Sarawak Malay House
Authors: Samat Yon Syafni , Ariffin Syed Iskandar , Abdullah Goh Nurakmal , Ting John H.S.
Published: December 2023

Bergendang is a uniquely Sarawak Malay traditional entertainment frequently held during social gatherings  . This paper investigates the spatial use of bergendang activity in traditional Malay houses along the Sarawak River in Kuching. The research employed a qualitative case study design approach through field study observation and semi-structured interviews. Findings revealed different spatial use of bergendang for the early and later models of Sarawak Malay houses, which is associated with house owners’ social status. Spatial studies on traditional Malay houses in other parts of Sarawak are recommended for constructing northern Borneo's vernacular Malay house framework
The Dissemination of the Practical Value of Chi Min Yao Shu from the Perspective of Skopos Theory
Authors: Wu Tongzhuo
Published: December 2023

As an important part of China’s excellent traditional culture, the agricultural classics holds an important position. As one of the representative works of agricultural classics, “Chi Min Yao Shu” condenses the great wisdom of China’s ancient working people, records the agricultural and animal husbandry production experience, including natural disasters governance, sericulture technology, animal husbandry and other practical values, and its research will play an important role in foreign cultural exchanges. At present, there is a certain gap in the research of agricultural classics in China, and the research results are not fruitful. This paper will discuss the practical value of Chi Min Yao Shu and its dissemination in Western and Asian countries from the perspective of skopos theory, and explore its research significance and impact on our international communication with other countries.
Balancing Safety, Financial Performance, and Environmental Sustainability in Ghana’s Gold Mining Operations
Authors: William Lokko George , Yang Li , Pamela Nguembi Ines , Linda Abangbila
Published: December 2023

Gold mining that is rapidly expanding and has become an important means of revenue for an immense number of residents in geographic areas within which it is conducted. Nevertheless, despite this acknowledged possibility, gold extraction poses a variety of difficulties for those involved, with miner safety and health being particularly risky. Our study's objective is to investigate the balance between financial performance and safety in environmental sustainability in Ghana’s gold mining sector. By doing a case study, we use regression and descriptive statistics to examine the relationships between the variables to determine the tactics employed to strike a balance between safety, financial success, and environmental sustainability. These findings show that violations of occupational safety and health do occur in the gold mining sector in the research area. Consequently, the investigation recommends striking a balance between protection, monetary success, and sustainable development. A greater prevalence of protective clothing as well as routine incorporation of aerial photography into governmental evaluations of gold extraction operations are all attainable objectives for achieving requirements for workplace health and safety, boosting Ghana's economic output, and ensuring the longevity of the environment. we conclude that the findings of our study as gold mining industry in Ghana, which is rapidly expanding and widely practiced throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, is an important source of earnings for a large number of people in the regions where it is conducted. Nevertheless, regardless this acknowledged prospective, the extraction of gold presents a number of challenges to the individuals whose partake in it, with the well-being and security of laborers being especially important. The implementation of the latest cutting-edge approach should be made a policy they are as follows. The greatest environmental dangers are associated with conventional mining methods like open pit and underground mining. These practices should be banned and enforced. Mining waste reuse. Setting up other industries for the use of mining waste. This can help recycle mining waste and help make the environment safe and friendly
Potential For Ecotourism Development In Jambi Province
Authors: Sherly Gita Citra , Pangestu M. Yudhi , Yigiter Mahmut Sami
Published: December 2023

Jambi Province in Indonesia is a province that has rich natural resources and cultural diversity. The potential of an area can have a big influence as a tourist destination. Potential and superior objects that tourists can see in Jambi Province include the natural beauty of the area, such as the sea, hills and mountains, as well as local culture. This research was carried out with the aim of future ecotourism activities in Jambi Province, especially Kerinci Seblat National Park (TNKS), Bukit Tigapuluh National Park (TNBT), Bukit Duabelas National Park (TNBD), and Berbak and Sembilang National Park (TNBS). . This National Park is suitable for commercial use and standard tourist attractions. The social theory used in this research is Herbert Spencer's theory. In Spencer's view, sociology is a science that observes social structures and processes as a system. The type of research method used is qualitative through a descriptive approach. The research results show that the ability to develop tourism in this area consists of the coverage of the regional ecosystem which is created from a natural combination of hilly forests, rivers (bengawan), sea, wildlife, and most importantly protected. valuable plant species, such as germplasm. The conclusion of this research is that the classes that fall into the very rare and protected category and do not have visual appeal are tropical forest medicinal biota as well as conventional insight and local customs. The novelty of this research is the most important species that are protected, valuable flora such as germplasm, species that are classified as very rare and protected and do not have visual appeal, tropical forest medicinal biota as well as conventional insights and local community customs.
Analysis of Communication System for Community Empowerment Based on Integrated Plant Management Implementation Movement Program (GPPTT)
Authors: Oktarina Selly , Kutty Norhazlina Fairuz Musa , Purwanto Eko , Shahreza Mirza , Basit Abdul
Published: December 2023

Empowerment communication is important so the people become empowered through effective communication. The effectiveness of communication is inseparable from the role of the institutions involved in program implementation. This study aims to analyze the communication system in empowering the community the “jajar legowo” cropping system in the Integrated Plant Management Implementation Movement (GPPTT) program. The theory used in this study is the adoption of innovation. The research method is qualitative in nature, namely based on the results of field observations supported by literature studies of related journals. Data were analyzed descriptively by providing understanding and explanation so that it was easy to understand. The focus of the study was carried out in Ogan Ilir Regency, South Sumatra, as one of the implementers of the GPPTT and as a Food Barn. The communication system based on black box analysis shows that community empowerment based on the GPPTT Program is good, it is carried out based on five elements consisting of environmental input, controlled input, uncontrolled input, desired input and unwanted input. The pattern of analysis of the GPPTT program system is based on the existence of GPPPT policies, empowerment strategies and technical guidelines that affect the empowerment of farmers in adopting the jajar legowo cropping system so as to produce a paradigm shift in empowerment communication. A community empowerment communication system based on the GPPTT program based on black box analysis is a problem solving solution for farmers to adopt technology to be independent.
Influence of Coordination and Strategic Planning on Organizational Performance with Change Management Mediating Variables in the Era of Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity (VUCA)
Authors: Widodo CK Agus Puji , Arkeman Yandra , Ratnawati Anny , Fahmi Idqan
Published: December 2023

Strategic management functions are elements that are always attached to the management process which will be used as a reference in carrying out activities or structured planning to achieve predetermined goals. This research aims to design a change management model for organizational performance at government institution XYZ in an era of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA). The social theory used in this research is Marxian theory, the name for several theoretical explanations inspired by Karl Marx. The emphasis in Marxian theory is that old assumptions such as the opposition of two large classes, the bourgeoisie and the proletariat, inspire explanations of modern phenomena. Research data was obtained by filling out an online questionnaire by 207 employees of the XYZ government agency. The sampling method used was purposive sampling. The variables used in this research are coordination, strategic planning, change management, and organizational performance. The influence of coordination, strategic planning and change management variables on organizational performance will be modeled using a structural equation model. The results show that there is a positive influence of coordination, strategic planning and change management variables on organizational performance. Change management variables are proven to fully mediate the influence of coordination and strategic planning on organizational performance. Its effectiveness can be seen from coordination and strategic planning which cannot significantly influence organizational performance without the mediating variable of change management. The findings of this paper have academic, managerial, and policy implications that can provide a theoretical foundation for future research in measuring and managing organizational sustainability performance and contribute to knowledge in the field of performance measurement.
Public Perception of Environmental and Sustainability Issues in North Sumatra: A Mass Media Perspective
Authors: Nasution Mhd Zikri Affandi , Safirra Hafidzsha Aqilla Mutiara , Farid Ahmad Salman
Published: December 2023

This research aims to understand public perceptions of environmental and sustainability issues in North Sumatra through a mass media perspective. The focus of this research is to analyze how the mass media depicts environmental and sustainability issues, as well as how public perceptions are formed through media exposure. A qualitative approach was used by interviewing respondents representing various levels of society in North Sumatra, while mass media content analysis was used to look at the representation of environmental and sustainability issues in the media. The research results show that mass media has a significant role in shaping public perceptions of environmental and sustainability issues in North Sumatra. Research finds that the mass media tends to provide limited coverage of environmental issues, focusing on controversial events or cases. This results in broader environmental problems, such as climate change, forest degradation and energy sustainability, not receiving enough attention in media coverage. The novelty obtained from this research is that sensationalism, consumer interests, limited resources, and the influence of personal interests are factors that can influence mass media reporting on environmental issues in North Sumatra.
Transformation of 21st Century Surau-Based Education
Authors: Febriani Eka Asih , Komalasari Kokom , Malihah Elly , Custilas Anesito L
Published: December 2023

Transformation education needs to reorganize, update and adapt the education system in the 21st century This study aims to analyze and describe the transformation of surau-based education in the 21st century in shaping the character of the religious Minang generation in Padang.  This research uses social construction theory proposed by Peter L. Berger and Thomas Luckman. The research approach used is qualitative research with the case study method. The determination of informant criteria was carried out by means of purposive sampling. Data obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data were analyzed by following the interactive data analysis model from Miles and Huberman which includes data reduction, data display, and verification or drawing conclusions. The results of the study show surau-based education in the 21st century is packaged in the form of Al-qur’an reading and writing programs at TPQ-TPA, didikkan subuh, wirid remaja, and youth boarding schools. Surau is interpreted today, no longer as it was before the 21st century, namely martial arts, and a place to sleep or where adult men gather but functions the same as a mushala and a mosque, namely a place of worship and learning that are not only for boys but also for girls of school age. The house of worship for Muslims in Padang is used as a means of implementing certified qur’anic educational institutions. The novelty in this research is the internalization of surau-based 21st century education values.
Extrajudicial Market Conflict Resolution
Authors: Dimasiosz Permata Jali , Afrizal Afrizal , Elfitra Elfitra
Published: December 2023

The spatial conflict that occurred at Pasar Raya Padang involved parking attendtants, street vendors and shop traders who fought to control the same space. Lefebvre's theory is use to describe the struggle for space as a cause of conflict and Benda-Beckmann's theory to explain behavior in using conflict resolution forums. Through a qualitative approach and data analysis based on primary and secondary sources, this research evaluates the effectiveness of conflict resolution methods adopted by the City Government and seeks alternative solutions through external forums such as the DPRD, Ombudsman and Komnas HAM. The results show that conflict resolution and regulatory enforcement carried out by the City Government are not optimal, triggering conflict escalation. This has not yet reached a resolution, but external forums such as the DPRD, Ombudsman and Komnas HAM play an important role in supervising the implementation of regulations by the City Government and encouraging conflict resolution. Apart from that, this research also found that even though the cancellation or substantive changes to the rules have not been made, this external forum plays an important role in ensuring the safety of trading in the market. This shows that resolving space conflicts does not only involve changing rules, but also monitoring the implementation of existing rules. In terms of implementation, the results can be a recommendation for city governments to involve external forums in resolving spatial conflicts, especially in traditional markets. The results can also be a reference for other researchers who are interested in studying spatial conflict in a similar context. The novelty of this research lies in the discovery of the importance of external forums in monitoring the implementation of policies and conflict resolution mechanisms by city governments, something that has not been found in many previous studies examining spatial conflicts in traditional markets.
Secure Cloud Storage using End-to-End Encryption
Authors: Sinha Sujal , Shankar Mohit , Pande Yash , Kumar Kislay , Sharma Shivank , Virdi Khushwant
Published: December 2023

Abstract: Cloud Storage is revolutionizing how the world man- ages data by providing an incredible level of flexibility, increased capacity, and easy accessibility. Nevertheless, the technology development is associated with a number of fears related to data protection and privacy. E2EE is an end-to-end encryption concept for ensuring secure storage, transmission as well as integration of data in a cloud environment. With E2EE in place, data is encrypted right at the source and decrypted only when it reaches its intended end-points, ensuring that it remains securely hidden from eavesdroppers or other unauthorized party. As the world becomes more connected, with data housed on distant servers and traversed by broad networks, it becomes essential that one comprehends the significance of E2EE in securing cloud storage. This encryption technique does not only act as a safeguard; it is an emerging and ever-changing field that has broad implication on data protection, users’ privacy and the future of Cloudbased information management. The primary goal of this paper is to provide a thorough understanding of the evolving trends and implications of End- to-End Encryption (E2EE) in the realm of secure cloud storage. By synthesizing and analysing the latest research findings and practical implementations, we aim to shed light on how E2EE fundamentally reshapes the landscape of cloud data security.
Chemical profile of essential oils of the Costa Rican native tree Myrcianthes storkii (Myrtaceae)
Authors: Chaverri Carlos , Cicció José F.
Published: December 2023

Introduction: The genus Myrcianthes ranges from southern Florida to Chile, including the Caribbean, and the species Myrcianthes storkii is a shrub or tree found in Costa Rica and western Panama, in wet to very rainy, cloud, and oak forests (altitude 1300-3150m). Objective: To identify the chemical composition of essential oils from leaves, floral buds, and twigs of M. storkii of Costa Rica. Methods: We obtained the essential oils through hydrodistillation in a Clevenger-type apparatus. The chemical composition of the oils was done by GC/FID and GC/MS, using the retention indices on DB-5 and Carbowax types of capillary columns in addition to mass spectra.  Results: The oils consisted mainly of terpenoids (55,45-87,75%). A total of 281 compounds accounted for 91,27-74,56% of the total amount of oils. The major constituents from the leaf oil were myrcene (17,44%), cis-calamenene (12,60%), α-pinene (5,48%), (E)-caryophyllene (5,16%), limonene (3,91%), p-cymene (3,71%), 1,8-cineole (2,80%), and α-humulene (2,80%). The floral bud essential oil consisted mainly of α-pinene (15,23%), cis-calamenene (12,70%), myrcene (8,59%), 1,8-cineole (4,26%), germacrene B (3,65%), α-humulene (3,55%), and (E)-caryophyllene oxide (2,93%). The major components of twig oil were cis-calamenene (11,31%), palmitic acid (7,99%), (E)-caryophyllene (4,68%), -cadinene (3,28%), cubenol (3,24%), and (Z)-caryophyllene oxide (2,94%). Conclusion: The presence of a significant quantity of myrcene and cis-calamenene seems to be characteristic of this species.
Crustaceans in Phragmatopoma sp. (Polychaeta: Sabellariidae) intertidal reefs, Pacific, Costa Rica
Authors: Vargas José A. , Vargas-Castillo Rita , Sibaja-Cordero Jeffrey A.
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Annelid polychaete worms of the family Sabellariidae build reefs by cementing together sand grains. These reefs increase local habitat heterogeneity and species diversity. The reefs are used as a refuge by invertebrates, and crustaceans are frequent. Objective: To list the species of crustaceans found in Phragmatopoma sp. reefs on two localities of the North Pacific coast of Costa Rica and at the port of Puntarenas, Gulf of Nicoya estuary. Methods: We dislodged fragments of reef colonies qualitatively at low tide with a chisel, stored them in plastic bags and later disaggregated the fragments by hand. We identified the crustaceans whenever possible and deposited them in the collection at the University of Costa Rica (MZUCR). Results: We identified 30 species:  26 species of macro-crustaceans in samples from the North coast, eight of them Petrolisthes (Porcellanidae). From the Puntarenas samples we identified five species (27 macro-crustaceans and 3 isopods). A few micro-crustaceans (Amphipoda, Isopoda) were also present but not identified. Conclusions: The number of crustacean species found in Phragmatopoma sp. reefs is relatively high but comparisons with other studies are difficult. Porcellanid crabs are common on these reefs. The low diversity of Puntarenas reefs remains unexplained.
Evaluation of the effect of glutathione on nanozymatic activity of enzyme-like carbon dots
Authors: Jangi Saeed Reza Hormozi
Published: December 2023

The effect of the glutathione molecules as a possible inhibitor was
investigated on the nanozymatic activity of the enzyme-like carbon
dots.  The peroxidase-like activity of carbon dots was proved via
catalysis of peroxidase-mediated oxidation of TMB as a standard
peroxidase substrate. The experimental investigations exhibited that the
peroxidase-like activity of the carbon dots was significantly inhibited
by glutathione molecules. Hence, the inhibitory effect of glutathione
molecules on their nanozymatic activity was evaluated, revealing that
the relative activity of nanozymes was inhibited by increasing the
glutathione concentration in the reaction media, revealing a strong
inhibitory effect of glutathione molecules on the nanozymatic activity
of the enzyme-like carbon dots.
Key factors determining nightside energetic electron losses driven by whistler-mode waves
Authors: Tsai Ethan , Artemyev Anton V , Ma Qianli , Mourenas Didier , Agapitov Oleksiy , Zhang Xiao-Jia , Angelopoulos Vassilis
Published: December 2023

Energetic electron losses by pitch-angle scattering and precipitation to
the atmosphere from the radiation belts are controlled, to a great
extent, by resonant wave particle interactions with whistler-mode waves.
The efficacy of such precipitation is primarily controlled by wave
intensity, although its relative importance, compared to other wave and
plasma parameters, remains unclear. Precipitation spectra from the
low-altitude, polar-orbiting ELFIN mission have previously been
demonstrated to be consistent with energetic precipitation modeling
derived from empirical models of field-aligned wave power across a
wide-swath of local-time sectors. However, such modeling could not
explain the intense, relativistic electron precipitation observed on the
nightside. Therefore, this study aims to additionally consider the
contributions of three modifications – wave obliquity, frequency
spectrum, and local plasma density – to explain this discrepancy on the
nightside. By incorporating these effects into both test particle
simulations and quasi-linear diffusion modeling, we find that realistic
implementations of each individual modification result in only slight
changes to the electron precipitation spectrum. However, these
modifications, when combined, enable more accurate modeling of
ELFIN-observed spectra. In particular, a significant reduction in plasma
density enables lower frequency waves, oblique, or even quasi-field
aligned waves to resonate with near $\sim1$ MeV
electrons closer to the equator. We demonstrate that the levels of
modification required to accurately reproduce the nightside spectra of
whistler-mode wave-driven relativistic electron precipitation match
empirical expectations, and should therefore be included in future
radiation belt modeling.
Central finite volume schemes for non-local traffic flow models with Arrhenius-type look-ahead rules
Authors:   Mohammed First University, Multidisciplinary Faculty of Nador, Belkadi S. , Atounti M. ,   Mohammed First University, Multidisciplinary Faculty of Nador
Published: December 2023

We present a central finite volume method and apply it to a new class of nonlocal traffic flow models with an Arrhenius-type look-ahead interaction. These models can be stated as scalar conservation laws with nonlocal fluxes. The suggested scheme is a development of the Nessyah–Tadmor non-oscillatory central scheme. We conduct several numerical experiments in which we carry out the following actions: i) we show the robustness and high resolution of the suggested method; ii) we compare the equations' solutions with local and nonlocal fluxes; iii) we examine how the look-ahead distance affects the numerical solution.
Positive solutions of an elliptic equation involving a sign-changing potential and a gradient term
Authors:   LaR2A Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences, Abdelmalek Essaadi University, Bouzelmate A. , El Baghouri H. ,   LaR2A Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences, Abdelmalek Essaadi University, Gmira A. ,   LaR2A Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences, Abdelmalek Essaadi University
Published: December 2023

The objective of this paper is to investigate the elliptic singular Laplacian equation Δu−|∇u|q+up−u−δ=0 in RN, where N≥1, 1<q
2. Our main contributions consist of establishing the existence of an entire strictly positive solution and analyzing certain properties of its asymptotic behavior, particularly when it exhibits monotonicity.
Effective interpolation of scattered data on a sphere through a Shepard-like method
Authors:   Laboratory of Engineering Sciences, Faculty of Science, Ibn Zohr University Agadir, Zerroudi B. , Tayeq H. ,   SMAD, FPL, Abdelmalek Essaadi University; MMA, FPL, Abdelmalek Essaadi University, El Harrak A. ,   MMA, FPL, Abdelmalek Essaadi University
Published: December 2023

The current paper introduced two approximation operators of large scattered datasets for spherical interpolation. The suggested solution method is an extension of Shepard's well-known method of spherical interpolating, which uses the inverted distances of scattered points as weight functions. With regard to this, the first proposed operator is a linear combination of basis functions with coefficients that are the values of the function. As for the second operator, we consider a spherical triangulation of the scattered points and substitute function values with a local interpolant, which locally interpolates the given data at the vertices of each triangle. Moreover, numerical tests have been carried out to show the interpolation performance, where several numerical results reveal the signified approximation accuracy of the proposed operators.