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Rapid Detection of Aflatoxins in Ground Maize Using Near Infrared Spectroscopy
Authors: Bailly Sylviane , Orlando Béatrice , Brustel Jean , Bailly Jean-Denis , Levasseur-Garcia Cecile
Published: September 2024

Aflatoxins are carcinogenic mycotoxins that may contaminate many crops and more especially maize. To protect consumers from these contaminants, many countries set up low regulatory thresholds of few µg/kg. The control of food requires time-consuming analysis for which sampling is a key step. It would therefore of key sanitary and economic relevance to develop rapid, sensitive and accurate methods that could even be applied on line at harvest, to identify batches to be excluded as soon as possible. In this study, we analyzed more than 500 maize samples taken at harvest during 3 years for their aflatoxin contamination using HPLC-MS. Among them, only 7% were contaminated but sometimes at levels largely exceeding European regulations. We demonstrate that Near InfraRed Spectroscopy (NIRS) could be of great help to classify cereal samples according to their level of aflatoxin contamination (below or higher than E.U. regulation). To build the model, all AF contaminated samples as well as an equivalent number of AF free samples were used. NIRS performance was not sufficient to quantify the toxins with adequate precision. However, its ability to discriminate naturally contaminated maize samples according to their level of contamination with aflatoxins in relation to European regulations using a quadratic PCA-DA model was excellent. Accuracy of the model was 97.4% for aflatoxin B1 and 100% for total aflatoxins.
Advancement in Intelligent Control for Dampening Structural Vibrations
Authors: Moutsopoulou Amalia , Petousis Markos , Vidakis Nectarios , Pouliezos Anastasios , Stavroulakis Georgios E.
Published: September 2024

In this study, we introduce progress in intelligent control for reducing structural vibrations. The field of intelligent control for dampening structural vibrations is evolving rapidly, driven by advancements in materials science, AI, and actuator technology. These innovations have led to more efficient, reliable, and adaptable vibration-control systems with applications ranging from civil engineering to aerospace. The use of smart materials has opened new avenues for vibration control of piezoelectric materials. When mechanical stress is applied to these materials, an electric charge response is formed, allowing for precise control over the vibrations. Improved computational models and simulations play crucial roles in the design and testing of vibration-control systems. Finite element analysis helps in accurately predicting the behavior of structures under various loads, thereby aiding in the design of effective vibration-control systems. In our work, we use intelligent control theory to dampen structural vibrations in engineering structures.
Water Storage–Discharge Relationship with Water Quality Parameters of Carhuacocha and Vichecocha Lagoons in the Peruvian Puna Highlands
Authors: Pizarro Samuel , Custodio Maria , Solórzano-Acosta Richard , Contreras Duglas , Verástegui-Martínez Patricia
Published: September 2024

Most Andean lakes and lagoons are used as reservoirs to manage hydropower generation and cropland irrigation, which, in turn, alters river flow patterns through processes of storage and discharge. The Carhuacocha and Vichecocha lagoons, fed by glaciers, are important aquatic ecosystems regulated by dams. These dams increase the flow of the Mantaro River during the dry season, supporting both energy production and irrigation for croplands. Water quality in the Carhuacocha and Vichecocha lagoons was assessed between storage and discharge events by using the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment Water Quality Index (CCME WQI) and multivariate statistical methods. The quality of both lagoons is excellent during the storage period; however, it decreases when they are discharged during the dry season. The most sensitive parameters are pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD). This paper details the changes in water quality in the Carhuacocha and Vichecocha lagoons during storage and discharge events.
A SURVEY OF THE ORIGIN AND PRACTICE OF THE ISLAMIC ARBITRATION SYSTEM IN NORTHERN NIGERIA
Authors: Adam Adam Yusuf , Aminu Muntaka Yahaya
Published: September 2024

This paper examines the origin and practice of Islamic arbitration system (Ḥākimiyyah) with particular reference to Northern Nigeria. The work traces the origin of arbitration and its application in all works of life particularly in areas where the Shari’ah system is practice in Northern Nigeria. The paper brings into limelight the history and various practices of Hakimiyyah in Islam. It also analyses Hakimiyyah in Northern Nigeria from the pre-colonial era, the Kanem Bornu empire and Sokoto Caliphate especially the role played by the rulers of the various empires in ensuring the Islamic courts plays it role in the arbitration of dispute and other issues among Muslims and non-Muslims. Secondary data approach was adopted in paper where literary materials relevant to the research were utilise. It was concluded in the paper that the early Islamization of the Hausaland and the manner in which Islam was embraced had led to the quick emergence of strong institutions that made Islam to be the major source of social and cultural identity of the people in the area. Islamic legal system as one of those social institutions, was the bedrock upon which the Hausa Muslim states were established, particularly during the reigns of the defunct Kanem Borno Empire and Sokoto Caliphate. These two Muslim empires had produced the unique legal system the like of which had existed only during the early days of Islam.
KOMPETENSI PEDAGOGIK GURU PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DI ERA DIGITAL
Authors: Diana Ridma , Rodhiyana Mu'allimah
Published: September 2024

Era digital ditandai dengan adanya pembaharuan alat-alat teknologi yang salah satunya seperti komputer dan jaringan internet yang dijadikan sebagai dasar perkembangan teknologi.Guru merupakan seorang yang bertanggung jawab dalam mencerdaskan peserta didik di dalam lembaga pendidikan. Guru selayaknya memiliki dedikasi dan loyalitas serta berusaha membimbing dan membina peserta didik agar di masa depan dapat menjadi pribadi dan genarasi yang dapat berguna bagi Negara. Kompetensi guru merupakan kompenen yang harus dimiliki oleh setiap guru dalam setiap jenjang pendidikan. Sebagaimana di jelaskan dalam Undang-undang Nomor 14 tahun 2015 tentang Guru dan Dosen yang menegaskan bahwa guru harus kompeten dan professional,yang kemudian dijelaskan kembali dalam Permendiknas Nomor 16 Tahun 2007 tentang standar kualifikasi akademik dan kompetensi guru yang menetapkan bahwa guru harus memiliki standar minimum kualifikasi akademik dan kompetensi yang menjadi syarat yaitu, kompetensi pedagogik, personal, sosial dan profesional. Beberapa  kompetensi  yang  harus dimiliki  oleh  guru PAI, antara lain : (1) Kompetensi pembelajaran (educational competency) yaitu, berbasis internet sebagai basic skill, (2) Competence for   technological commercialization, artinya seorang  guru harus mempunyai kompetensi yang akan membawa peserta didik memiliki sikap entreupeneurship dengan teknologi     atas     hasil     karya inovasi peserta didik, (3) Competence in   globalization, yaitu   kompetensi   guru   tidak gagap    terhadap    budaya    dan mampu meyelesaikan  persoalan pendidikan, (4) Competence in future strategies dalam arti   kompetensi   untuk memprediksi  dengan  tepat  apa yang akan terjadi di masa depan dan   strateginya,   dengan cara joint    lecture,    joint-researsh, joint   resources,   staff   mobility dan rotasi, (4) Counselor    competency, yaitu kompetensi guru untuk memahami   bahwa   ke  depan masalah   peserta   didik   bukan hanya     kesulitan     memahami materi ajar,  tetapi  juga  terkait masalah psikologis akibat perkembangan zaman.
PENGARUH LINGKUNGAN TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM
Authors: Soraya Syarifah , Alizza Navis Nur
Published: September 2024

Lingkungan belajar merupakan wilayah dengan segenap isinya yang saling berhubungan dengan kegiatan belajar. Hasil belajar merupakan perubahan tingkah laku siswa secara nyata setelah di lakukan proses belajar mengajar yang sesuai dengan tujuan pembelajaran. Berdasarkan hasil pra survey menyebutkan bahwa pihak sekolah telah memberikan pelayanan  yang baik akan tetapi hasil belajar beberapa siswa masih rendah . Hal ini dapat di lihat dari kurang aktif nya siswa ketika mengikuti proses pembelajaran .Penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh lingkungan belajar terhadap hasil belajar siswa dalam mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam di SMP Assyairiyah Attahiriyah Kec.Cakung Kota Jakarta Timur dan seberapa besar pengaruh lingkungan terhadap hasil belajar siswa di Smp Assyairiyah Attahiriyah Kec.Cakung Kota Jakarta Timur.Bentuk penelitian ini kuantitatif. Adapun populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VIII yang berjumlah 110 siswa. Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah 33 siswa. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah angket dan  instrumen tes dan teknik analisis data menggunakan jenis korelasional. Berdasarkan penelitian ini diketahui bahwa ada pengaruh lingkungan terhadap hasil belajar siswa pada mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam . Hal ini dilihat dari pengujian  koefisien determinasi nilai korelasi/ hubungan (R) yaitu sebesar 0,520, dari output tersebut diperoleh koefisien determinasi ( R Square) sebesar 0,271, yang mengandung pengertian bahwa pengaruh variabel bebas (lingkungan belajar) terhadap variabel terikat (hasil belajar) adalah sebesar 27,1%. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa lingkungan belajar memberikan pengaruh yang cukup signifikan terhadap hasil belajar siswa.
Impactos do isolamento social em pacientes pediátricos com Trastorno de Déficit de Atenção e Hiperatividade durante a pandemia do COVID-19
Authors: Neuenschwander Alice Campos , Chaves Ana Clara Dias Resende , Messias Beatriz Chiari , Paiva Bruna Stancioli , Pádua Bárbara Isidoro Faria de
Published: September 2024

O Transtorno de Déficit de Atenção e Hiperatividade (TDAH), conforme descrito no DSM-5, é uma condição neuropsiquiátrica marcada por sintomas de desatenção e/ou hiperatividade-impulsividade, afetando significativamente o funcionamento dos indivíduos. A pandemia do COVID-19, iniciada no ano de 2020, foi responsável por diversos impactos em âmbito mundial, especialmente entre indivíduos com transtornos psiquiátricos. Assim, foi realizada uma revisão integrativa de artigos escritos entre 2020 e 2021 para se analisar tais repercussões.  Inicialmente foi-se observado que a pandemia foi responsável pela exacerbação de desafios devido ao isolamento social e à interrupção das rotinas, impactando negativamente tanto os pacientes quanto suas famílias. Foram constatadas dificuldades no atendimento médico das crianças com TDAH, como consultas adiadas e avaliação prejudicada devido à falta de suporte para telemedicina, além de uma deterioração na qualidade de vida dos cuidadores devido ao estresse adicional e à dificuldade em acompanhar a educação remota e em lidar com a mudança nas rotinas familiares. Os pacientes com TDAH enfrentaram problemas como piora na autoestima e do controle emocional devido à perda do convívio social, aumento do tempo de tela e distúrbios no sono. No entanto, o isolamento também trouxe alguns benefícios. A flexibilidade das aulas a distância e a redução de distrações contribuíram para melhorias na desatenção e agitação em alguns casos, especialmente entre os pacientes com TDAH de nível moderado a alto, ao reduzir o estresse associado ao ambiente escolar. Além disso, o menor número de comparações sociais ajudou a aumentar a autoestima em alguns indivíduos.
Seeing is Believing: 3D-Printed Boundary Objects for the Additive Manufacturing Twin Transition
Authors: Halvorsen Trond , Stokke Raymond Andreas , Lamvik Gunnar
Published: September 2024

This article describes the use of 3D-printed demonstrators as boundary objects in intra-firm collaboration processes aimed at implementing additive manufacturing (AM). AM is a disruptive digital technology with large potential environmental benefits. Demonstrators are common early in the learning process to familiarize organisations with AM, and it’s important to understand both their benefits and the limitations and risks involved.
The results suggest that 3D-printed demonstrators can be effective in establishing a common minimum level of knowledge across diverse professions within the same organisation. Having physical objects available makes conversations about AM more engaging and legitimizes the idea of utilising AM as realistic. However, the fabrication of demonstrators can be a lengthy and costly process, and the result may not be a good representation of the final design. Negative experiences in such initial trials may turn managers away from AM prematurely. Many of the benefits of demonstrators can be obtained by producing low-cost miniatures and/or polymer parts that will mitigate the risks.
Exploring the Relationship Between Decentralised Organisational Design and Knowledge Acquisition Capacity
Authors: Varvakis Gregorio
Published: September 2024

Business firms face challenges in maintaining their sustainability in the global market. As a result, it is increasingly necessary for them to focus on ensuring sustainable performance by balancing financial, social and environmental outcomes. One of the efforts companies make to achieve sustainable organisational performance and gain a competitive advantage is by increasing their utilisation of knowledge. According to the knowledge-based view, performance differences among organisations result from their different knowledge stocks and their different capabilities for knowledge use and development. Therefore, the ability to acquire and manage knowledge internally becomes essential. It enhances the organisation’s competencies, sustains them, and contributes to achieving a competitive advantage. As a vital resource for organisational success, managing knowledge through practices is necessary. Organisational design refers to how power is distributed in an organisation. Previous research has examined the effects of knowledge management on absorptive capacity and organisational performance. However, few studies have investigated how the relationship between decentralised organisational design and knowledge acquisition capabilities works. To fill this gap, this study aims to investigate the relationship between decentralised organisational design and knowledge acquisition capability in achieving sustainable performance. A sample of 125 responses was collected from companies in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil, through an online questionnaire. The data were analysed using partial least squares structural equation modelling applied to validate the model and test the hypothesis, through the free and open source SEMinR package of the R language. The results indicate that a decentralised organisational design has a positive and significant impact on a company’s knowledge acquisition capability. Therefore, for companies to achieve sustainable organisational performance, they must adopt appropriate organisational design methods that allow for a clear distribution of tasks and responsibilities, as well as promote learning and problem-solving and encourage the creation of a culture of knowledge sharing among employees.
PPP Projects Information and Methodical Support (CZ and SK Comparison)
Authors: Pokorný Jan , Černá Marie
Published: September 2024

Public goods and services administration represents an important tool supporting functioning of the state. Provision of public goods and services is closely related to the necessity to ensure relevant sources and setting the appropriate distribution channels, what in fact means, finding the suitable provider. Production of public goods can be provided by both sectors, private or public. If a public entity produces a public good, it is possible to talk about in-house production. In the opposite situation, when external private entity produces a public good, it is possible to talk about out-house production. This contribution is focused on the issue of Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects as one of the out-house production variants. The aim of the contribution is to compare the availability and complexity of information about the given projects for potential contractors in the Czech Republic and Slovak Republic (Slovakia). To be able to make this comparison, authors of the article conducted the qualitative research. Used method was document and text analysis. To identify the relevant literary sources, systematic literature review followed by the traditional literature review, were used. Authors expected that there will be solid database of information available to the potential conductors of PPP projects. Also the way of its presentation was expected to be thoughtful and complex. Provision of information and methodical support in specified area can influence the final willingness of both sides, contractors and contracting authorities, to enter this project focused on provision of public services, traditionally provided by the public sector, by the private sector. The contribution is finalized using the method of synthesis that enables the authors to describe the main differences in ways of PPP projects information presentation. It was found that currently provided information and methodical support in the area of PPP projects administered by the authorities on the central level in selected countries can be described as insufficient. This finding contradicts the original expectations of the authors.
Navigating Organizational Success: Knowledge Management Capabilities in Public Healthcare
Authors: Pusenius Paula , Laihonen Harri
Published: September 2024

Knowledge Management (KM) has been studied in healthcare for over two decades and has an established role in healthcare management. By leveraging KM, healthcare organizations aim to enhance organizational performance, facilitate informed decision-making, and elevate service quality. However, KM faces specific challenges in healthcare, including siloed service provision and effective management of growing volumes of data and evidence. Public healthcare organizations encounter additional challenges due to the complex environment, conflicting values, wicked problems, and resource constraints. While research on KM in the public sector has increased recently, it remains relatively scarce. Notably, the capabilities of effective KM and its significance for organizations' survival have received limited attention. Finland has recently implemented a massive healthcare reform, which shifted the responsibility for organizing healthcare, social welfare and rescue services to new autonomous regional-level organizations, wellbeing services counties. This study explores how KM can support the success of public healthcare organizations after such a fundamental change. The central research question is: What are the critical KM capabilities when rebuilding KM function after a major public reform? To address this question, we employ a qualitative case study approach. Through the interviews of KM specialists from the newly established wellbeing services county, we gain valuable insights into the practical aspects of KM within an integrated public healthcare organization. Our key findings shed light on challenges related to diverse stakeholders and values, emphasize the importance of internal and external relationships, underscore the significance of specialist diversity, and highlight the value of KM to the healthcare organization.
Identification of Benefits and Risks for Enterprises Arising from Consumer Engagement: A Preliminary Discussion
Authors: Eisenbardt Monika
Published: September 2024

The concept of collaboration between consumers and businesses is the main premise of the study. It is crucial in generating knowledge relevant for both business and consumers. This collaboration, characterized by continuous change, is based on the utilization of new technologies, devoid of formal contractual limitations, and stems from the active involvement of consumers in business activities oriented towards knowledge and consumer ideas. Although this collaboration brings numerous benefits, it also entails risks for businesses. Utilizing the results of previous research, this study employs a systematic literature review to identify the benefits and risks arising from consumer involvement in business activities. The study results are presented as variables and divided into four categories of benefits: product-related, reputational, economic and social, and informational and technological. Additionally, risks have been identified. These variables will be used in further research among businesses, providing valuable insights for companies seeking to effectively leverage consumer knowledge while simultaneously mitigating associated risks.
Exploring Perceptions of Benefits and Challenges Associated with Cryptocurrencies: A Demographic Analysis among University Students in Poland
Authors: Eisenbardt Monika , Eisenbardt Tomasz
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the differences in perceptions of benefits and challenges associated with cryptocurrencies among diverse demographic cohorts. We focus on gender, field of study, and prior experience as key demographic factors influencing perceptions. Data were collected from 679 university students in Poland using a survey questionnaire. The findings reveal disparities in perceptions based on gender, with males perceiving more benefits and females encountering more challenges. Additionally, regardless of academic background, students tend to perceive the benefits and challenges similarly. Moreover, prior experience with cryptocurrencies significantly influences perceptions, with experienced students perceiving more benefits and fewer challenges compared to their inexperienced counterparts. Our study contributes to the literature by highlighting the importance of considering personal characteristics in understanding perceptions of cryptocurrencies and provides insights for policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders to develop targeted strategies for addressing concerns, enhancing adoption, and mitigating risks associated with cryptocurrencies.
Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Knowledge Management in Automotive Manufacturing within Different Cultures: China and Germany as Examples
Authors: Wang Rui , Yin Yifen
Published: September 2024

This study explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on knowledge management (KM) in the automotive manufacturing industry with a focus on different cultural contexts in China and Germany. The role of cultural factors on the effectiveness of AI in KM practices is explored by comparing automobile manufacturers in China and Germany. This study uses case studies to compare, and contrast leading automotive manufacturers in both countries and combines industry reports, papers journals, and other digital resources on the Internet to explore how the manufacturing industry can use AI technology to improve efficiency in the KM process. In addition, the study explores the impact of culture on organizational structure, decision-making, and employee engagement with new technologies within a company. The preliminary findings suggest differences in the understanding and use of AI and KM between China and Germany due to their different history, culture, and level of economic development. In China, the integration of AI into KM is driven by rapid technological advances and strong government support, focusing on efficiency and scalability. In contrast, German companies show more caution, emphasizing accuracy, reliability, and augmentation of human expertise. These differences reflect broader cultural attitudes toward technology and innovation in both countries. The study contributes to the understanding of the interaction between AI and KM in the context of cultural differences. The findings will have important implications for subsequent AI research and policy development.
Developing Human Skills for Well-Functioning Business Analytics Capability
Authors: Orjatsalo Johanna , Hussinki Henri , Stoklasa Jan
Published: September 2024

The ability to support both strategic and operational management with data-informed insight can generate significant benefits for organizations. Industries continue to become increasingly data-driven, and organizations continue to develop their business analytics capability to seize the value potential embedded in data. Consequently, organizations are investing in data and technology resources and, to leverage these investments, also in human and intangible resources, such as technical skills, managerial skills, and data-driven culture. While the integral role of human skills in an organization’s business analytics capability is widely acknowledged within the extant research literature, there is much less discussion and evidence on how organizations develop these skills. However, such investigation would help provide organizations with new perspectives on maximizing the business value of their business analytics capability investments. Using 36 semi-structured interviews, this study explores what kind of measures organizations apply to develop the skills of their analytics professionals. Building on the extant business analytics capability literature and the resource-based view of the firm, this study contributes by deepening the current understanding of the development of human skills in building a well-functioning business analytics capability. Our findings show that, besides technical and managerial skills, organizations should also proactively develop the collaboration skills of their analytics professionals. The practical examples of skills development measures described in this study, such as job rotation, mentoring and role overlaps, provide new ideas for analytics professionals and decision-makers to enhance their business analytics capability development.
Overview of Knowledge Sharing Concept in a Project Environment: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Csepregi Aniko , Papp-Horváth Viktória
Published: September 2024

Projects are considered to be temporary organisations (Lundin & Söderholm, 1995), so the non-permanent nature of the projects makes it even more important for the organisations to put a significant emphasis on knowledge sharing (KS). This paper aims to present an overview of the KS concept in project management (PM) by involving selected top journals of this research field. Furthermore, to create a KS theory map introducing subject areas related to KS concept with their relationships. Scopus database was used as a source and articles published in four journals (Q1 and Q2 ranked) were chosen: International Journal of Project Management, Project Management Journal, and International Journal of Managing Projects in Business; International Journal on Information Systems and Project Management. Our primary search resulted in 49 records over a 20-year time-period (2003-2022). ‘Knowledge sharing’ was applied as our primary search-word and the document type was limited only to ‘articles’, and regarding language, source type and article ‘English’ ‘journal’ ‘articles’ were applied as filters concerning the database. Systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted based on the steps of Okoli (2015) and was visualized by a PRISMA flow chart. The final sample included 36 articles based on a three-criteria selection process. Descriptive analysis was conducted on this sample, and it was also content analysed based on multiple aspects. The main subject areas related to KS concept resulted in a theory map, which visualizes influencing and influenced factors of KS based on the analysis of the past 20 years’ articles from the selected top PM journals. The analysis revealed the overlaps and interrelationship amongst the influencing factors, which enables us to group them. These findings are useful for PM academics to place their current and future research in this KS theory map, or to identify possible gaps in the literature in this field. By being aware of the complex nature of KS, practitioners could make more focused decisions to foster the KS mechanisms in their projects.
Optimizing Educational Opportunities using AI to Ensure Accessibility at Public Sector Institutions in Poland
Authors: Anna Wiśniewska-Sałek
Published: September 2024

The use of artificial intelligence in education is a logical consequence of the potential it represents. The solutions offered by AI to eliminate barriers, e.g. for people with special educational needs, provide real help in communicating with them. However, the potential often does not equal the opportunity. It is necessary to check whether the environment in which AI solutions will be implemented is actually prepared for its application/use. The article indicates the main directions of AI development in education by analyzing the types of disabilities among learners. Finding real needs will allow you to optimize opportunities (using AI) for equal access to education. Public institutions were subjected to additional examination. Its aim is to check their actual digitization status, which creates the foundation for implementing modern solutions.
Determinants and Strategies of Knowledge Transfer in Teaching Hospitals
Authors: Chluska Jolanta
Published: September 2024

Teaching hospitals are healthcare entities rendering healthcare services to patients. Specialized medical staff not only provide medical services, but also educate future medical staff, conduct clinical research and support the development of medical technologies. The majority of these staff are also research and teaching staff at medical universities. The aim of this article is to identify the determinants of knowledge transfer and the intellectual potential of employees in the relationship between teaching hospitals and medical universities. The inference was made on the basis of the available development strategies of medical universities, including reference to the intellectual potential of employees and the mission of teaching hospitals published on their websites. The following research questions were posed: Is the mission of medical universities consistent with the mission of teaching hospitals? Does the transfer of knowledge and skills of medical staff between a medical university and its teaching hospital contribute to the mission of teaching hospitals? The preliminary findings indicate that the intellectual capital of the scientific-medical staff is of vital importance in the mission of teaching hospitals, which is on a par with the development of the facilities.  The analyses were of an expert nature, from the perspective of a statutory auditor and a long-standing researcher of the problems of the functioning of medical entities, namely hospitals. The considerations undertaken in the article are an important voice in the recognition of the determinants for the development of teaching hospitals as entities with intellectual capital useful in solving international health problems. The article is a continuation of the author's research on the development of intellectual capital of employees of teaching hospitals in Poland.  The relationship between the findings of the development strategies of medical universities (the founding bodies) and the mission statements of their teaching hospitals confirm their coherence and complementarity.
Variation in Strategies for Deleting Unusable Content Across the Major Wikimedia Projects
Authors: Skolik Sebastian , Konieczny Piotr
Published: September 2024

One of the negative effects of the rapid development of the information society is the problem of the reliability of content created by millions of users on the Internet. Socially created Wikimedia projects, the largest of which is Wikipedia, quickly developed procedures for identifying and eliminating problematic content. The article presents an analysis of the procedures for removing articles and the discourse on deleting content conducted among active users of the ten largest language versions of Wikipedia. Previous research focused primarily on the lack of neutrality in making decisions about content to be deleted and the resulting social inequalities, and was usually limited to the English-language Wikipedia. Based on previous participant observation, we noticed that individual language versions have different solutions in the context of ensuring project quality, which results in the emergence of different types of problems. We therefore looked into how much the approaches to deleting articles differ in different language versions. At the same time, we attempt to identify the common characteristics of the users who most often initiate discussions about deleting articles. To do this, we analyzed Wikipedia pages used to debate articles submitted for deletion (AfD) in 10 of the largest language versions of this project. The guidelines for submitting articles, the content of automatically generated messages helpful in conducting discussions, and the specific design of the websites where the debates took place were taken into account. Moreover, for three language versions (French, Swedish, and Polish), a statistical analysis of the activity of users of these websites was performed. It was noticed that the procedures for running AfD websites were similar in the analyzed language versions, but they differed significantly in terms of design and automatically generated messages addressed to debate participants.
The Factors that Affect the Knowledge-Sharing Behaviours of Female and Male Academics in Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Almutairi Huda N , Gooding Paul , Redhead Adele
Published: September 2024

For academics to be successful in a university career, it is generally acknowledged that relevant professional development is a necessity. Research by academics should be innovative and demonstrate an understanding of current issues and developments in their subject. Sharing such knowledge with others who are also endeavouring to learn, to understand or to keep abreast of current developments is as important. Knowledge management and knowledge-sharing in commercial settings, together with the elements that influence these practices, have been investigated by numerous researchers over a long period. However, there are few studies which have evaluated knowledge-sharing in an educational environment, and even fewer in relation to academics in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is, however, exceptional, in respect of knowledge management and sharing in the academic ecosystem, due to its atypical, prevailing socio-political environment and this may impact on the mechanisms and patterns of professional development amongst academics. Research in this social context, of behaviours well understood in conventional environments, is therefore merited in order to identify similarities and differences, filling an important literature gap and potentially contributing insights which may improve academic success in Saudi and stimulate new ways of thinking in other contexts. The aim of this paper is to determine the factors that affect knowledge-sharing behaviours amongst female and male academics in one of the higher education institutions in Saudi Arabia. A theoretical framework is proposed which is based on the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB; Ajzen, 1985). The factors which are commonly considered to be the most influential on both gender's knowledge-sharing behaviours will be analysed and discussed in this exceptional setting. A survey will be distributed amongst academics to gather information for this research. The findings of this study will contribute to the body of published knowledge relating to the practice of knowledge-sharing among academics through the differentiation and quantification of factors which affect it. This will offer academics the opportunity to enhance their understanding of this topic and subsequently, to optimise their part in knowledge exchange processes.
The Role of a Facilitator in Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Student’s Experienced-Based Learning
Authors: Miyazawa Mamoru
Published: September 2024

This paper focuses on the necessity of experiential learning models and the importance of facilitators in the implementation of collaborative learning for students who have had no prior experience to such collaboration. It proposes a new role for educators in this. Multidisciplinary collaboration is defined as the process where by individuals with different perspectives recognize each other’s expertise. In today’s world, a high-tech business cannot succeed with a team specializing in only one field; business experts are required to collaborate with engineering experts to launch new high-tech businesses. Thus, university students must learn how to collaborate with multiple experts. The research adopts a case study of a Japanese university workshop where engineering, business, and design students, jointly create a high-tech business idea, and test their hypothesis. This multi-disciplinary collaboration develops student’s ability to work with other specialized students. Past literature emphasizes the importance of experience-based learning: a learner recognizes specialized forms of knowledge through team discussion. For students who don’t receive such learning, it’s hard to understand how they learn from their experiences. As most Japanese students don’t practice collaborating with other specialized people, they don’t understand how to learn from their experiences. They are beginners in learning multidisciplinary collaboration, revealed by the fact that university students couldn’t hold effective discussions and explain their own learning experiences. Interviews were conducted with students participating in collaborative learning workshop at university. It was found that novices repeatedly engaged in trial and error without effectively learning from experience, and the presence or absence of a facilitator influenced how they thought and derived value from their experiences. This challenge cannot be adequately addressed by students who are complete beginners; thus, intervention by educators or students who are actively engaged in collaboration is crucial. It was concluded that, irrespective of the outcomes of the workshop, the presence of a facilitator is key in promoting collaborative learning. Using Kolb’s (2017) learning model, the study clarifies the impediments to a beginner’s experience-based learning and how to overcome them. It proposes the role of a facilitator who is expected to promote experience-based learning. This paper could resolve issues related to multidisciplinary collaboration by adding a new facilitator role to intervene in the learning process and the students’ experience-based learning.
Managing Knowledge in a Tourism Crisis: Case Study From Poland
Authors: Stolarek-Muszyńska Ewa , Zieba Malgorzata , Bolisani Ettore , Scarso Enrico
Published: September 2024

Purpose: This study deals with a tourism organisation from Poland, which experienced not only the COVID-19 pandemic, but also the close war situation in Ukraine which caused a significant decrease in tourist traffic and revenues. Since, based on the literature, knowledge management can be useful for crisis management, this study aims to explore the role and usefulness of KM during crisis situations in tourism. Methodology: Qualitative in-depth analysis was conducted by using data collected via semi-structured interview with the CEO of a local tourism organisation in Poland. The research output is presented in the form of a single case study with that organisation as the unit of analysis. Findings: The case highlighted that: a) a crisis may not be the most appropriate time for the implementation of KM from the scratch in an organisation; b) having some minimal KM experience can be essential for a more structured and complex KM approach; c) organisations may benefit from lessons learned during the crisis to get insights for developing KM. These findings suggest that practitioners and policymakers facilitate KM awareness among tourism organisations to enhance resilience in coping with future crises. Research limitations: This is a single case study and thus it cannot be easily generalised or provide a comprehensive overview of the whole sector. It is also a case study from a single country, affected by two serious crises which limits the applicability of the results to other countries. Practical implications: The study provides useful insights for practitioners in tourism organisations aspiring to improve internal processes of knowledge management and thus mitigating the future tourism crises. Originality/value: This paper contributes to the body of knowledge in terms of the role and relevance of KM during the tourism crisis. It provides food for thought for researchers investigating the knowledge and crisis management processes within the tourism industry.
Beyond the Ivory Tower - Teaching Non-rational Knowledge to Business Students and Practitioners
Authors: Kaiser Alexander , Kerschbaum Clemens , Kragulj Florian , Peschl Markus , Zivkovic Cindy
Published: September 2024

Recent publications in the field of KM emphasize the importance of topics such as Spirituality (e.g. Bratianu, 2017; Kaiser, 2023; Rocha & Pinheiro, 2021), Phronesis (practical wisdom) (Kragulj, 2022; Nonaka & Takeuchi, 2019; Rocha et al., 2022; Serenko, 2024), Organizational Purpose (Kerschbaum, 2022), dealing with future potentials and future-oriented innovation (Peschl, 2018, 2020) and Responsible KM (Durst, 2021) as future avenues for KM research. However, it seems that these topics have not yet entirely found their way into practice, or, although the phenomena described are inherently present in organizations, they do not receive much attention from practitioners these days. With this paper we seek to initiate discussion on how to deploy research results on topics like Spirituality, Practical Wisdom, non-rational Knowledge, future-oriented knowledge work, and Organizational Purpose into applied contexts. We argue that an essential step is to adequately train students at universities with the new content. Todays students are the leaders, entrepreneurs, and managers of tomorrow. Therefore, we present selected educational concepts that help students build competencies in understanding and applying non-rational forms of knowledge. The intention of these newly designed teaching concepts is to move our field of research out of the metaphoric ivory tower towards the application in organizations. We argue that this is a necessary step for the development of the field of KM, enabling our research to remain relevant in modern-day business and organizational environments.
Using Digital Tools for Information Management in Higher Education
Authors: Aghaee Naghmeh
Published: September 2024

In recent years, Knowledge Management (KM) has gained significant attention within the Information Systems (IS) community. The economic importance of data and information, often likened to “data as the new oil,” underscores the critical role of data/information/knowledge management. KM is crucial in both educational and organizational contexts. Despite growing interest, research in KM in Higher Education (HE) remains fragmented, especially with the rapid evolution of digital tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI). This paper explores the intersection of KM and HE, emphasizing the use of digital tools and platforms for knowledge acquisition among university students. An open survey conducted in Sweden among bachelor students enrolled in a digitalisation course revealed that digital tools are used frequently for knowledge acquisition and communication. The study highlights the benefits, challenges, and suggestions about how to use digital tools in KM in HE and the need for structured educational training to facilitate KM processes. It also advocates for new research avenues emphasizing the role of digital tools in HE and provides guidance for integrating technology into KM principles in HE.
The Future of Knowledge Management in Family firms: Factors and Barriers for AI Adoption
Authors: Melina Anna Maria , Vesperi Walter , Ingrassia Raimondo
Published: September 2024

Family businesses represent the most widespread entrepreneurial form. Within knowledge management studies, a large amount of research has focused on family businesses, highlighting the particular needs they require. At the same time, several studies have highlighted the existence of barriers and enabling factors in the adoption of new technologies within family businesses. Currently, we are seeing the spread of artificial intelligence (AI) within business organizations. On these premises, this study has a dual objective. The first objective, from a theoretical point of view, wants to trace the link between AI and knowledge management. The second objective of this study aims to identify the main barriers to the application of AI in family businesses. This study is based on a systematic literature review using the phases of data collection, bibliometric analysis and content analysis. Two international scientific databases were used: Scopus and Web of Science (Clarivate). A search string was created by identifying keywords. Subsequently, only scientific documents published in double blind review journals, in English, were selected. The sample used in this study contained about 40 scientific documents. The results of this study offer initial reflections on the adoption of artificial intelligence in family businesses. Artificial intelligence represents a new way of managing knowledge within organizations. The peculiar characteristics of family businesses impose reflections on the methods of adoption and barriers that may emerge. This study contributes to the understanding of family businesses, under the theoretical perspective of knowledge management. Family businesses represent complex but widespread organizations. For this reason, academics, entrepreneurs and practitioners must understand the obstacles that could make the adoption of AI difficult.
Determinant of Knowledge Sharing among Lecturers in Higher Education Institutions in Nigeria
Authors: Mayowa-Adebara Okeoghene , Enakrire Rexwhite Tega
Published: September 2024

Lecturers in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are constantly burdened with numerous responsibilities, including meeting students' information needs and performing their duties optimally. Addressing students' information needs and maintaining effective teaching and learning processes requires adequate tacit knowledge application. Therefore, knowledge sharing among lecturers is crucial for fostering and transforming activities within HEIs. The knowledge created and stored must be shared to retain its value; otherwise, it becomes useless. Despite the opportunities and benefits associated with knowledge sharing (KS), some lecturers still find it difficult and are reluctant to share their knowledge, learning experiences, and skills due to a lack of trust. It is on this premise this study investigates the determinants of knowledge sharing among lecturers in HEIs. The research is guided by two objectives: to establish why knowledge sharing is essential in HEIs and to determine strategies that could promote trust among lecturers to facilitate knowledge sharing. The social exchange theory underpins this study, which employs a literature review of articles within a qualitative research approach. The findings reveal that knowledge sharing helps to highlight each lecturer's unique contributions, particularly in problem-solving initiatives. Trust is identified as a fundamental strategy for enhancing collaboration among lecturers. When trust is present, lecturers are more likely to be open and committed to their responsibilities and maintain integrity, reliability, and effective communication. The study fosters mutual understanding and teamwork among lecturers to enhance collaboration and social interaction. This collaborative environment can pave the way for the exchange of knowledge, information, and skills, ultimately benefiting the entire HEI community.