bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Spermocytogram: Comparison Between the Papanicolaou Staining and Modified May Grünwald Giemsa Staining
Authors: Yamdjeu Kouembou Paola , Moukouma Constantin , Bolanga Bertrand Ruphin , Poaty Henriette , Loungouala Sounda Bernaud Sedwige , Odzebé Anani Wencesl Sévérin
Published: July 2024

Introduction: The research and distribution of sperm abnormalities by the spermocytogram are an essential examination in the diagnosis of male infertility. The standard Papanicolaou staining method, recommended by the World Health Organization, for performing a spermocytogram, is too expensive in Congo. The work aimed to look for abnormalities in sperm forms by two comparative methods: Papanicolaou staining and modified May Grünwald Giemsa staining (less expensive), set up in our laboratories.Materials and methods: A series of one hundred spermocytograms were performed by two staining methods: the Papanicolaou method and the modified May Grünwald Giemsa method. The results of two techniques were compared qualitatively and quantitatively.Results: The mean detection of sperm form abnormalities was higher by the Papanicolaou method. However, the precision of the kind of abnormalities highlighted by the two techniques was superimposable.Conclusion: Despite the superiority of the Papanicolaou staining method, which is a reference technique of the spermocytogram, the modified May Grünwald Giemsa staining method can be a first-line technique in the male diagnosis of infertility, especially in the deep Congo. It is efficient, reliable, inexpensive and easily achievable.
Simulation of Barcode Based Students’ Examination Attendance System
Authors: Sarjiyus O. , Hamidu M. , Audu Michael
Published: July 2024

Every educational institution has specific standards when it comes to student attendance in classes and exams. The significance of students' presence during exams cannot be overstated, leading administrators and professors in various academic settings to be vigilant about attendance issues. In many Nigerian institutions, the requirement is that students must achieve a 70% attendance rate, which is also factored into their final grades. Consequently, there is a substantial demand for a system to track and document student attendance, highlighting the necessity for a tool to manage students' presence effectively. This research students’ examination attendance using barcode focuses on developing a web-based application that would capture students’ attendance details using barcode technology. In eliciting data to develop a new system, the primary and secondary methods were used and evolutionary model was adapted for the software development. For the system design, various tools were used to captured basic system functionalities and attributes and to model the design including flowcharts, UML use case, class diagrams, entity relationship (ER) in a bid to develop the new system. For the front-end design, PHP, CSS5, JavaScript and HTML5 were used. While for the back-end, PHP, Apache and MySQL were used. The entire system was tested using XAMPP server to provide an enabling environment. After which it was concluded the system works according to specification, in conformity with the original aim.
Utilizing Communicative Activities to Teach Oral English Skills to Students at Tuyen Quang School for Excellence (TSE)
Authors: Hue Bui Thi Hoang
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the efficacy of utilizing communicative activities to enhance oral English skills among students at Tuyen Quang School for Excellence (TSE). Recognizing the paramount importance of oral proficiency in mastering a foreign language, this research aims to address the challenges faced by students in traditional English classrooms where communicative opportunities are limited. Through a structured implementation of various communicative activities, such as role-plays, discussions, and problem-solving tasks, we observed significant improvements in students' speaking abilities. Data were collected through pre- and post-intervention assessments, surveys, and interviews, providing a comprehensive understanding of the impact of these activities. The findings reveal that not only do communicative activities significantly improve oral skills, but they also boost students' confidence and willingness to participate in speaking tasks. This study underscores the necessity of incorporating interactive and student-centered approaches in English language teaching to foster better communicative competence.
Metrics, Impact and Community Management
Authors: Saibene Yanina Bellini
Published: July 2024

On June 14 I was invited to present at the CZI Open Science 2024 event. I was asked to participate in “Case Study Session 3: Demonstrating Impact of Open Science” and to explore the challenges of using traditional academic metrics for measuring project impact with an emphasis on alternative approaches. I was very excited to share our experiences and to learn from others projects.
Sustainable software and reproducible research: dealing with software collapse
Authors: Hinsen Konrad
Published: July 2024

Two currently much discussed issues in scientific computing are the sustainability of research software and the reproducibility of computer-aided research. I believe that the communities behind these two ideals should work together on taming their common enemy: software collapse. As a starting point, I propose an analysis of how the risk of collapse affects sustainability and reproducibility.
TES LITERASI BAHASA INGGRIS SECARA ONLINE UNTUK MENGUKUR KESIAPAN SISWA DI SNBT 2023/2024
Authors: RESDIANA WIDIA , Yulientinah Dewi Selviani , Armiati Sari , Mulyanti Khairaningrum
Published: July 2024

Seleksi Nasional Berbasis Tes (SNBT) yang dihadapi setiap tahunnya oleh siswa siswi Kelas XII di seluruh Indonesia memiliki persaingan yang sangat tinggi dalam rangka mendaftar ke Perguruan Tinggi favorit. SNBT yang dimaksud di dalam kegiatan PKM yang dilaksanakan ini adalah yang akan diselenggarakan pada Tahun Ajaran 2023/2034. Salah satu tes yang diujikan di dalam SNBT adalah Tes Literasi Bahasa Inggris, akan tetapi di salah satu Sekolah Menengah Atas di daerah Cimahi Jawa Barat siswa-siswi yang baru naik ke kelas XII belum mengetahui model soal dan nilai baseline tes tersebut.  Oleh karena itu, kegiatan PKM ini bertujuan untuk mengukur kesiapan siswa di dalam menghadapi SNBT dengan mengetahui nilai awal kemampuan Literasi Bahasa Inggris. Sehingga, dari hasil yang diperoleh pada awal semester kelas XII ini, mereka dapat mempersiapkan diri serta pihak sekolah dan guru-guru dapat pula memformulasikan kegiatan belajar mengajar Bahasa Inggris pada poin-poin yang belum dikuasai siswa. Metode yang digunakan pada kegiatan PKM ini mencakup 3 (tiga) tahapan yakni Needs, Intervention, dan Outcomes (Dudley, 2020) yang diimplementasikan di dalam tahap persiapan kegiatan, tahap pelaksanaan, dan tahap mengolah hasil tes. Kegiatan persiapan mencakup koordinasi dengan sekolah dengan hasil perlunya suatu nilai awal Literasi Bahasa Inggris untuk diketahui, pembuatan dan unggah soal di platform tes, dan koordinasi dan sosialisasi rencana kegiatan. Kemudian intervensi dilakukan dengan implementasi kegiatan tes Literasi Bahasa Inggris secara online. Terakhir, hasil tes tersebut menunjukkan bahwa siswa-siswa Kelas XII Peminatan IPA dan IPS memiliki nilai rata-rata 60 dan 33 yang berarti pada saat itu mereka belum siap untuk mengikuti tes Literasi Bahasa Inggris.
PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN SOSIS SEHAT BERBAHAN JAMUR TIRAM (PLEOUROTUS OSTREATUS) DAN AYAM BOILER UNTUK IBU UMKM DI DESA JATIAN, PAKUSARI, JEMBER
Authors: Rashati Dew , Azizah Siti Nur
Published: July 2024

Desa Jatian di Kecamatan Pakusari Kabupaten Jember yang saat ini data pertumbuhan ekonomi Desa masih 26,91%, pendidikan masih 28,73% dan peduli lingkungan masih 20% berdasarkan SDGs. Sementara itu Desa Jatian memiliki potensi Desa berupa limbah serbuk kayu yang melimpah yang sudah dimanfaatkan petani jamur tiram untuk budidaya jamur tiram di Desa Jatian. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah memberikan pelatihan pembuatan aneka sosis sehat berbahan jamur tiram (Pleourotus Ostreatus) dan ayam boiler untuk Ibu UMKM di Desa Jatian, Pakusari, Jember. Tahapan pengabdian antara lain melakukan persiapan, sosialisasi progam, edukasi atau penyuluhan, pelatihan pembuatan produk, pendampingan dan evaluasi. Hasil kegiatan ini berhasil diikuti oleh 15 pelaku UMKM. Pada tahap pelatihan mereka juga sangat antisias dalam mengikuti kegiatan pelatihan hingga selesai.  Pelaku UMKM juga berhasil melakukan pembuatan produk sosis yang dikerjakan secara mandiri di rumah masing-masing sebagai bahan dasar evalusi dari tenaga pendidik. Hasil evalusi menunjukkan keberhasilan program ini yang di tunjukkan dengan rata-rata presentase postes dari semua peserta pelaku UMKM bernilai baik  (76-100%).
PENGEMBANGAN KETERAMPILAN DESAIN INTERAKTIF DAN SERBAGUNA DALAM ERA SOCIETY 5.0 DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN CANVA
Authors: Alia Putri Ariatna , Prayogo Johan Suryo , Kriswibowo Rony , Setyawan Agung budi , Febriana Rusina Widha
Published: July 2024

Era Society 5.0 menuntut adanya integrasi teknologi yang lebih dalam dalam kehidupan sehari-hari, termasuk dalam bidang desain. Workshop ini bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan dan melatih peserta dalam pembuatan desain interaktif dan serbaguna menggunakan platform Canva, sebuah alat desain grafis berbasis web yang user-friendly. Dalam workshop ini, peserta akan belajar tentang prinsip-prinsip dasar desain, penggunaan fitur-fitur Canva, serta bagaimana menciptakan konten visual yang menarik dan fungsional untuk berbagai keperluan, mulai dari presentasi, media sosial, hingga pemasaran. Melalui pendekatan praktis dan interaktif, diharapkan peserta dapat mengembangkan kemampuan desain mereka secara efektif dan efisien, sehingga dapat berkontribusi dalam meningkatkan kualitas komunikasi visual di era digital. Hasil dari workshop ini menunjukkan bahwa Canva dapat menjadi alat yang powerful dalam mendukung kreativitas dan produktivitas dalam desain, sekaligus menjembatani kesenjangan teknologi dalam masyarakat.
Kata Kunci : Camva, Era Digital, Pemasaran, Teknologi
THE ROLE OF DIGITAL MARKETING AS A MARKETING STRATEGY IN INCREASING REVENUE CV.LARRAZ MODERATION JAYA COSMETICS IN PAMULANG, SOUTH TANGERANG
Authors: Kusumawardhany Susi , Shanti Yunita Kurnia , Sudarmadi Sudarmadi
Published: July 2024

Sistem pemasaran digital atau yang lebih dikenal dengan digital marketing sudah tidak asing lagi bagi para pelaku bisnis. Sejak beberapa tahun belakangan ini, digital marketing menjadi pilihan banyak pebisnis dalam memasarkan produk mereka. Digital marketing adalah kegiatan promosi dan pencarian pasar melalui media digital secara online dengan memanfaatkan berbagai sarana misalnya jejaring sosial. Dunia maya kini tak lagi hanya mampu menghubungkan orang dengan perangkat, namun juga orang dengan orang lain di seluruh penjuru dunia. Digital marketing biasanya terdiri atas pemasaran interaktif dan terpadu untuk memudahkan interaksi antara produsen, perantara pasar dan calon konsumen salah satu keunggulan pemasaran digital adalah biaya yang digunakan jauh lebih rendah daripada pemasaran konvensional. Rendahnya biaya pemasaran digital ini diharapkan dapat berpengaruh pada harga jual yang kompetitif guna menarik perhatian lebih banyak pelanggan. Selain itu, pemasaran digital memanfaatkan teknologi internet yang membuat nyaman konsumen dilihat dari segi kemudahan akses dan kepraktisan. Pelanggan bisa membeli roduk kapan dan dimana pun cukup memakai gawai. Pemanfaatan digital marketing dalam bentuk pemanfaatan teknologi sangatlah penting karena dapat memberi pengetahuan kepada para pelaku UMKM mengenai cara maupun tahapan dalam memperluas jaringan konsumen melalui pemanfaatan media sosial dalam memasarkan produknya sehingga dapat meningkatkan keunggulan bersaing bagi UMKM. Pemasaran digital mempunyai pengaruh yang sangat besar terhadap pemasaran produk karena dapat meningkatkan volume penjualan dan juga meningkatkan keuntungan bagi pengusaha UMKM.
Kata Kunci : Digital Marketing, Strategi Pemasaran, Pendapatan
EXPLORING PARENTAL PERSPECTIVES: THE IMPACT OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES ON INCLUSIVE EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Authors: Jakovchevska Aleksandra ,   Institute for Special Education and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Philosophy, UKIM, Skopje, R. N. Macedonia, Chichevska Jovanova Natasha ,   Institute for Special Education and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Philosophy, UKIM, Skopje, R. N. Macedonia
Published: July 2024

This study investigates parental attitudes towards the efficacy of assistive technologies in facilitating inclusive education for children with disabilities within mainstream educational settings. The research aims to address the pressing need for insights into parental perceptions regarding the utilization of assistive technologies to support their children's learning experiences in inclusive classrooms. A questionnaire-based methodology was employed to gather comprehensive data from parents of children with disabilities enrolled in mainstream schools. The survey encompassed inquiries about parents' familiarity with assistive technologies, their perceived effectiveness, challenges encountered, and overall satisfaction with their child's educational journey within inclusive settings. The results of the research reveal multifaceted insights into parental attitudes towards assistive technologies. Findings indicate a generally positive outlook among parents, acknowledging the potential of these technologies to enhance their child's educational outcomes and promote inclusion. However, notable challenges such as accessibility, affordability, and adequate training emerge as significant barriers hindering the optimal utilization of assistive technologies. The discussion delves into the implications of the findings for policymakers, educators, and practitioners, emphasizing the necessity for targeted interventions to address existing barriers and enhance the accessibility and efficacy of assistive technologies in inclusive education. Moreover, the study underscores the importance of fostering partnerships between parents and educational institutions to ensure the holistic support and empowerment of children with disabilities within mainstream educational settings. This collaborative approach is essential for creating an inclusive educational environment that meets the diverse needs of all students. The study concludes that while parents recognize the benefits of assistive technologies, overcoming the existing challenges requires a concerted effort from all stakeholders involved. By addressing issues of accessibility, affordability, and training, the potential of assistive technologies can be fully realized, thereby improving educational outcomes for children with disabilities.
Habilidades sociales en estudiantes de educación secundaria
Authors: Ayuque-Rojas Tania , Yauri Huiza Yeni , Alcos Flores Karen Michel , Ayuque-Laurente Cesareo , Madrid Gómez Karina Eddmy
Published: July 2024

Los estudiantes que poseen habilidades sociales bien desarrolladas son más propensos a tener relaciones interpersonales positivas y a tener éxito tanto en la escuela como en su vida profesional posterior. El objetivo de este ensayo es determinar el nivel de desarrollo de las habilidades sociales en estudiantes de 4° de secundaria en Huancavelica. Se orientó en el enfoque cuantitativo, el paradigma fue positivista, en cuanto al método fue deductivo de tipo descriptivo; el diseño fue no experimental y transeccional. La población estuvo conformada por 269 estudiantes. Se empeló la encuesta como técnica para recopilar la información y el cuestionario como instrumento, conteniendo 50 ítems. Se utilizó la técnica de distribución de frecuencia simple empleando el software Excel y SPSS. Los resultados dan a entender que, los estudiantes poseen un desarrollo de habilidades sociales de nivel normal. Se concluye que, un 33,22% de la población estudiada está inmersa en un nivel de habilidades sociales normal.
DAMPAK HUMAN RELATION, LINGKUNGAN KERJA SOSIAL DAN LEADERSHIP TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN RUMAH SAKIT SANJIWANI KABUPATEN GIANYAR
Authors: Eka Padmawati Dewa Ayu Nyoman  , Merta I Ketut  , Ardiansyah Wisnu
Published: July 2024

This study aims to test the impact Human Relations, Social Work Environment AndleadershipOn Employee Performance at Sanjiwani Hospital in Gianyar Regency with the main theory of Organizational Behavior and Human Resources. The qualitative research method used a questionnaire with 58 respondents and four hypotheses which were processed using SPSS version 24. The results of the research stated 1. Leadership (X1) has a positive and significant effect on the performance of Employees at the Sanjiwani Gianyar Hospital, 2. Social Work Environment (X2) has a positive and significant effect on the performance of employees at the Sanjiwani Gianyar Hospital, 3.Human Relations (Z) negative effectand not significant to the performance of employees of the Sanjiwani Gianyar Hospital in Gianyar Regency, 4.Human Relationsable to mediate between leadership and social work environment on the performance of employees at sanjiwani hospital. Implications: Leadership Impact Social Work Environment and Human Relationson Moderate Employee Performance
UPAYA PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR MATEMATIKA MELALUI PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN PROBLEM BASED LEARNING (PBL) PADA SISWA KELAS X.E1 SMA NEGERI 6 DENPASAR TAHUN PELAJARAN 2023/2024
Authors: I Wayan Pebri Muliatmika  , I Komang Sukendra  , I Wayan Suwiasa
Published: July 2024

Teachers employ various methods for classroom instruction, but achieving optimal results remains challenging. Recognizing the need for innovation, this study focuses on implementing the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model to enhance mathematical learning outcomes, particularly in Trigonometry for class X.E1 at SMA Negeri 6 Denpasar during the 2023/2024 academic year. The two-cycle class action research reveals improved outcomes, demonstrating that the application of the PBL model leads to enhanced results and identifies sequential steps for implementation. The research, utilizing a class action methodology, involves students from class X.E1 during the academic year 2023/2024. The study emphasizes Trigonometry outcomes, employing the PBL model in two cycles, including initial reflection, action planning, implementation, observation/data collection, and reflection. Data, collected through observation and written tests using instruments such as observation sheets and descriptive questions, undergoes descriptive analysis. The findings underscore the efficacy of the PBL model in improving mathematics learning outcomes, offering insights into its application for Trigonometry in the specific context of class X.E1 at SMA Negeri 6 Denpasar during the first semester
MAKNA CINTA TERPENDAM DALAM PUISI HOSHI KARYA SHIRAISHI KAZUKO: KAJIAN SEMIOTIKA
Authors: Rai Putri Kartika Sari  , Ketut Yarsama
Published: July 2024

Poetry is a form of literary work that has unique characteristics because it is written in a dense and beautiful language, and in poetry there are often connotative and figurative words. This research discusses the contemporary poetry of Hoshi by Shiraishi Kazuko using the semiotic approach of the Ferdinand de Saussure. The data collection methods used in this research were observation and literature study methods. This poem tells the story of a writer who tries to convey a hidden feeling that he wants to express to someone. The results of the analysis on this poem shows the meaning of the signs contained in this poem describing such as: (1) how the writer feels trying to find the truth in himself, (2) is in a state of having a lot of thoughts and considerations, (3) feelings that have been buried for a long time, causing a feeling of discomfort and uncertainty (4) the writer who comprehend his feelings and his thoughts in silence, (5) the longing and hope of the character makes him want to close his eyes and fall asleep into fantasies.
PENGEMBANGAN PENILAIAN BERORIENTASI HOTS: UPAYA PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS SISWA DI ERA GLOBAL ABAD KE-21
Authors: I Wayan Gunartha
Published: July 2024

This research aims to: 1) provide in-depth knowledge to teachers about the concept of HOTS-oriented assessment; 2) improve teachers' ability to develop HOTS-oriented assessment. This research is a literature research, with data sources are journal articles, reference books, modules, the internet, and other relevant sources. The study was conducted from October 2023 to February 2024. Data was collected by documentation and observation techniques. The research data were analyzed using exploratory descriptive methods. The results of data analysis are: 1) Higher-order thinking skills are the ability to think not just to remember, but the ability to analyze, evaluate, and create; 2) HOTS-oriented assessment has the characteristics of a) measuring higher-order thinking skills, b) contextual problem-based, c) using various question forms, d) divergent, and e) using multirepresentation. The steps for developing HOTS-oriented questions are a) analyzing basic competencies (KD), b) compiling a grid of questions, c) choosing an interesting and contextual stimulus, d) writing question items according to the question grid, and e) making scoring guidelines (rubrics) or answer keys. The benefits of HOTS-oriented assessment are: a) improving student achievement of learning outcomes, and b) increasing student learning motivation
Cidofovir: a new drug to combat CMV retinitis in patients with AIDS
Authors: Grover J.K. , Vats Vikrant , Rathi S.S.
Published: July 2024

Cidofovir is an analogue of monophosphate nucleotide which is phosphorylated by cellular enzymes into its active diphophate form. This active form inhibits viral DNA polymerase.1 Cidofovir is active against human cytomegalo virus (CMV) and is indicated for the treatment of CMV retinitis in patients with AIDS. Cidofovir is also being investigated for its therapeutic role in other viral diseases like herpes simplex, adenovirus, varicella zoster and human papilloma virus.
At present, in the United States it is being used for the management of AIDS while in European Union it is under regulatory review.
Are women more resistant to cataract ?
Authors: Dutta Chaudhuri Joydeep
Published: July 2024

Cataract, already a major cause of visual impairment and blindness, is likely to become an increasing problem as the world population ages. It has already been shown that transforming growth factor B (TGF-B) induces changes in rat ocular lenses which are similar to the feature of human anterior subcapsular cataracts.
The protective role of oestrogen in such cases has also been shown. This adds to an increasing importance of hormone replacement therapy in post menopausal women.
PENERAPAN METODE RUNGE KUTTA FEHLBERG PADA PERSAMAAN LOGISTIK DALAM MEMPREDIKSI PERTUMBUHAN PENDUDUK DI SULBAR
Authors: Syarfiah Syarfiah , Irwan Muh. , Anugrawati Sri Dewi
Published: July 2024

This research discusses the application of the Runge Kutta Fehlberg method in predicting population growth in West Sulawesi through the logistic equation. Employing applied research methodology, the study seeks to forecast future population trends in the West Sulawesi province. Utilizing a step size of h = 0.01 and a growth rate of m = 0.0198, the Runge-Kutta Fehlberg method (RKF 45) was applied, starting from an initial population value  of   P (t0) = 1.419.229 individuals, resulting in a projected population of P (t10) = 1.506.142 individuals. These findings demonstrate the applicability of the Runge-Kutta Fehlberg (RKF 45) method in predicting population dynamics in West Sulawesi Province.
PEMBELAJARAN TARI KAKA NGKIONG MENGGUNAKAN METODE PRACTICE REHEARSAL PAIRS DI SANGGAR PARIPURNA BONA, GIANYAR BALI
Authors: Handu Karolus Triputra , Yulinis Yulinis , Widiastuti Ni Made Dian
Published: July 2024

Penelitian pembelajaran dengan judul Pembelajaran Tari Kaka Ngkiong Menggunakan Metode Practice Rehearsal Pairs di Sanggar Paripurna Bona, Gianyar Bali terdapat fenomena yang menjadikan alasan dilaksanakanya kegiatan penelitian ini seperti pemilihan Sanggar Paripurna sebagai mitra karena ditinjau keberadaanya sudah dikenal masyarakat luas ats prestasi yang diraihnya dan pemilihan tari Kaka Ngkiong dijadikan materi pembelajaran karena pada Sanggar Paripurna belum pernah diajarkan tari Kaka Ngkiong ini, gerakan pada tarian Kaka Ngkiong ini mudah dan gampang diserap peserta didik tingkatan umur remaja. Dengan demikian berdasarkan fenomena yang terjadi dilapangan  dapat dirumuskan masalah berupa konsep pembelajaran, tahap pembelajaran, capaian hasil pembelajaran dan kontribusi pembelajaran. metode belajar practice Rehearsal Pairs (praktek berpasangan). metode sederhana yang dapat dipakai untuk mempraktekkan suatu keterampilan atau prosedur dengan teman belajar.Pada kegiatan asistensi ini menghasilkan capain pembelajaran yang maksimal. Dengan capaian maksimal didukung dengan konsep pembelajaran yang tepat. Dengan materinya Tari Kaka Ngkiong Sistem penilaiannya yang diambil keterampilan meliputi wiraga wirasa dan wirama. Proses tahap pembelajaran meliputi tahap persiapan, tahap penyampaian materi yang dilaksanakan sebanyak 12 kali pertemuan, tahap Latihan yang menekankan penggunaan metode praktek berpasangan dan tahap penampilan pada pertemuan terakhir. Dari hasil proses penilaian tersebut dapat ditarik kesimpulannya semua peserta didik sudah dapat memahami semua materi mengenai tari Kaka Ngkiong yang diberikan. Selama mendapatkan pembelajaran ini peserta didik dapat memahami dan mampu mempraktekkan tarian Kaka Ngkiong.
Tarpukariu užrašytų Utenos apskrities Molėtų valsčiaus drimonimų daryba ir kilmė
Authors: Tamulaitienė Dovilė
Published: July 2024

Straipsnyje darybos ir kilmės atžvilgiais išanalizuoti Utenos apskrities Molėtų valsčiaus drimonimai – miškų, jų dalių, miškelių, krūmų vardai, iš gyvosios kalbos užrašyti 1935–1937 m. Lietuvos žemės vardyno anketose. Atliktas tyrimas leido išryškinti kalbamojo ploto drimonimams būdingus darybos būdus ir priemones bei nustatyti jų sąsajas su apeliatyvais ar kitais onimais.
Mitinė herojaus kelionė Sigito Gedos giesmių cikle “26 rudens ir vasaros giesmės“
Authors: Mingilas Vilius
Published: July 2024

Straipsnyje analizuojamas Sigito Gedos knygos „26 rudens ir vasaros giesmių“ rudens ciklo „Delčia rudenė deivė“ naratyvinis lygmuo. Rašytojas subjekto judėjimą myriop paverčia mitine herojaus kelione į požemio erdvę. Ši kelionė atitinka mitinio pasakojimo struktūrą: veikėjas susiranda pagalbininką, peržengia slenkstį, skiriantį profaniškąjį ir sakralų pasaulį, pasiekia jo erdvės centrą, kuriame patiria apoteozę, ir sugrįžta į kasdienį gyvenimą. S. Geda mitinę struktūrą papildo siurrealistiniais vaizdiniais.Rudens giesmių veikėjas yra poetas, kurio kelionės tikslas – atnaujinti žodinę kūrybą. Šį siekį galima įgyvendinti tik grįžus į kultūros priešistorę ir sunaikinus pasenusias raiškos formas. Mitiniame požemio erdvės centre subjektas miršta, kad prisikėlęs įgautų gebėjimą rekonstruoti poetinę kūrybą. „Delčioje rudenėje deivėje“ S. Geda plėtoja herojaus kelionės archetipą atsispirdamas ir nuo Dantės Alighieri poemos „Dieviškosios komedijos“ siužeto.
PROFESSOR SERGEY V. SHUSHARDZHAN —A MUSICIAN AMONG DOCTORS, AND A DOCTOR AMONG MUSICIANS (TO THE SCIENTIST'S ANNIVERSARY) Asatryan A.G.
Authors: Asatrian Anna
Published: July 2024

The article presents a brief scientific and creative portrait of the rector of the Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine, Clinical Psychology, and Music Therapy, President of the European Academy of Music Therapy, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor Sergey Vaganovich Shushardzhan. A doctor among musicians and a musician among doctors, an ex-soloist of the Yerevan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater named after Alexander Spendiaryan and the Academic Bolshoi Theater of the USSR S.V. Shushardzhan stands at the origins of scientific music therapy. He is a unique example of how one and the same person simultaneously personifies a talented musician, a talented doctor, and a talented scientist. His research played an important role in the development of world music therapy.
Methodology of Quantitative Assessment of Network Cyber Threats Using a Risk-Based Approach
Authors: Zhylin Artem , Holych Hanna
Published: July 2024

The methodology of a quantitative assessment of organ-
isation’s network cyber threats was developed in order to quanti-
tatively assess and compare the cybersecurity threat landscape in
conditions of limited data while applying the risk-oriented approach.
It can be used either for assessing the level of network cyber threats
of a particular organisation (as a quantitative measure of the criti-
cality of cyber threats that are detected within the organisation’s
network) or for comparing the level of network cyber threats of
several organisations during the same or different time periods,
giving grounds for supporting the process of making manage-
rial decisions regarding the organisation’s cybersecurity strategy.
The proposed scheme of the algorithm can be used to automate
the calculation process. The assessment of network cyber threats
that are considered in the article is not a full-fledged measure of
the cyber risk because the methodology was developed consider-
ing the common circumstances of the deficiency of the risk context
data. Nevertheless, the results of the methodology implementation
partially reflect the overall level of the organisation’s cyber risk and
are expected to be used in the case when the full-featured proper
cyber threats assessment can’t be organised for some reason.
ANALYSIS OF SWEET POTATO PRODUCTION IN EBONYI STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: C. O. K Igwe ,   Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, U. Kalu , K. C Igwe ,   Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike,   Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
Published: July 2024

This paper analyzed sweet potato production in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. Multi-stage and proportionate sampling methods were used to collect two hundred and one sweet potato farmers for the study. Data were collected using structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive such as frequency and percentages and inferential statistics such as Ordinary Least Square regression model. Results showed that 74.13% of the sweet potato farmers were female with mean age of 38years, mean educational level of 12years with 96.52% of them were married having a mean household size of 8persons. Farm size, quantity of improved sweet potato varieties planted, labour and weeding were significant at 1% and 5% respectively and were positively related to vine yield while farm size, quantity of improved sweet potato varieties planted, fertilizer application and insecticide were significant at 1% and 5% respectively and were positively related to root yield. The production of sweet potato in Ebonyi state was affected by some production factors which causes low yield in the vine and root of sweet potato. Therefore, Organization of field days and farmers’ training on sweet potato production as well as procurement and distribution of improved varieties to farmers are effective strategies for stimulating adoption of the technologies.
ANALYSIS OF RISK MANAGEMENT AMONG BROILER FARMERS IN KUJE AREA COUNCIL, FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA, NIGERIA
Authors: A. Olohungbebe Sheu ,   University of Abuja, Nigeria, E. Ellah Peter ,   University of Abuja, Nigeria
Published: July 2024

The study assessed risk management among broiler farmers in Kuje Area Council, FCT, Nigeria. The study used three-stage sampling technique and primary data were collected from 67 broiler farmers. The analytical technique involved descriptive statistics and principal component analysis. The results revealed that 79.1% of the respondents were males with a mean age of 42 years, 47.8% had education to secondary level and 53.7% had more than 1-3 years of farming experience with the mean of 5 years and 46.3% of the household size had a range between 1-5 members with a mean of 6 members. The result of the risks encountered by the broiler farmers showed that shortage of feed was the major production risk encountered with a mean value of 3.23, unforeseen funding shortage was the most critical financial risk encountered (3.18), unfavorable weather condition was the most significant environmental risk encountered (3.61), high cost of feed was the highest ranked market risk encountered (3.84). The risk management strategies adopted by the broiler farmers showed that Feed, general health, disease prevention, financial and environmental management strategies were the five factor components left after factor analysis. The study concludes that the risk management strategies were possibly not being properly implemented and adopted; hence, they often continue to encounter these risks. This study recommends that government in collaboration with broiler farmers should make good intervention and policies through the relevant agricultural agencies in order to minimize risk, reduce cost of production and achieve increase farm incomes in the study area.
ASSESSMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIAL WELLBEING STATUS OF COCOA FARMING HOUSEHOLDS IN SOUTH-SOUTH ZONE, NIGERIA
Authors: J. C. I. Ukoha ,   Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, P.M.B 7267 Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria, S. O Eze , L. E Odoemelam ,   Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, P.M.B 7267 Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria,   Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, P.M.B 7267 Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria
Published: July 2024

This study assessed the psychological and social wellbeing status of cocoa farming households in Southsouth zone of Nigeria. A multi-staged sampling technique was used in selecting 240 Cocoa Farming Households (CFH) that were selected for this study. Data were collected from primary source using structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages and mean ratings were employed to analyze the data collected. Major findings revealed a grand mean of 2.85 indicating that social wellbeing status of the rural households is moderate with the mean of social integration ranking highest (x=3.14), followed by social contribution (x = 2.81), Social coherence (x = 2.78) and social acceptance (x = 2.77) that ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively. The grand mean of psychological wellbeing of rural households was 2.90, indicating a moderate psychological wellbeing status with the mean of variables under "Purpose i n life" having the highest mean of 3.18, this was followed by those under “Self-Acceptance” (x= 3.00) and "Personal growth" (x= 2.87) that came 2nd and 3rd respectively. The correlation result (r = 0.527) indicated a significant relationship existing between the cocoa farming households' psychological wellbeing and their social wellbeing status in South-South zone, Nigeria. The study concluded that both the psychological and social wellbeing status of the households are moderate, not high and therefore recommends that Extension agencies and Government need to reorientate cocoa farming households to keep them in the right frame of mind and attitude as they carry out their farming activities as well as give them financial assistance that will boost their level of production with increased income and in turn lift their social status and general wellbeing.
CLIMATE CHANGE INDIGENOUS COPING STRATEGIES AMONG CASSAVA FARMERS IN AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: E. Okon Edidiong ,   Akwa Ibom State University Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin L.G.A., PMB 1167 Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, J. Udousung Idongesit , E. Okon Uwemedimo ,   Akwa Ibom State University Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin L.G.A., PMB 1167 Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria,   Akwa Ibom State University Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin L.G.A., PMB 1167 Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Published: July 2024

This study assessed the climate change indigenous coping strategies among cassava farmers in Akwa Ibom State. Specifically, the study described the socio-economic characteristics of cassava farmers; examined the awareness of climate change coping strategies; assessed cassava farmers' sources of information on climate change; identified the climate change coping strategies adopted by cassava farmers; and examined the factors influencing the adoption of indigenous coping strategies in the study area. Multistage sampling technique was used to select 180 respondents for the study. Descriptive statistics and logit regression were used to analyze data. The result showed that the mean age of the respondents was 43 years, 53.3% were female and the majority of the respondents were married (63.9%), and most of the farmers had secondary education (56.7%). The mean farm income was N13,200.76. The major sources of information were friends and fellow farmers (x̅ = 3.0), radio (x̅ = 2.9) mobile phones (x̅ = 2.9), while the use of leaflets (x̅ = 2.3) internet (x̅ = 2.3) and social media (x̅ = 2.2) were least utilized. The farmers took mulching (98.8%), organic manuring (97.2%) and mixed cropping (96.6%) as their major coping strategy to climate change, while terracing/ land location (27.8%), planting of trees (22.8%) and construction of dams (15.0%) were least utilized. Therefore, the study recommended that there should be an incorporation of indigenous knowledge of farm management into climate change policies which can lead to the development of effective adaptation/coping strategies that are cost-effective, participatory and sustainable.
EVALUATING CASSAVA FARMERS’ LEVEL OF PARTICIPATION IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF FADAMA III-ADDITIONAL FINANCING PROJECT IN EBONYI STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Samuel Esheya Esheya ,   National Open University of Nigeria, Kaduna Campus.
Published: July 2024

The study assessed the cassava farmers’ level of participation in Fadama III- additional financing in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. Two hundred and forty (240) cassava farmers were chosen through a multi-stage sampling procedure to participate in the Fadama III- additional financing project. A multistage sampling procedure was used to obtain primary data from 240 cassava farmers participating in Fadama III- additional financing project. A timetable for conducting interviews was utilized to gather primary data, which were then analyzed using basic statistical methods like frequency, percentage, mean, and Likert-type scale. The study's findings showed that the cassava farmers in the research region actively engaged in the creation of business plans need assessments, input and project distribution, and training sessions. It also demonstrated how cassava growers profited from better input availability, higher farm yields, workshops and training, bigger farms, easier access to market data, lower labour costs, and infrastructure support. The respondents cited several significant issues that impede agricultural productivity, including late arrival of inputs, the unsatisfactory attitude of some Fadama staff, lack of market information, inadequate communication channels, poverty, poor access to loans, and fear of crop failure and disease assault. To overcome the significant obstacle of late farm input arrival, it is highly recommended that governments at all levels and the World Bank guarantee the timely release of farm inputs to cassava farmers. This will encourage cassava farmers to actively participate in Fadama III- additional financing project in the study area.
POULTRY FARMERS’ KNOWLEDGE LEVEL OF CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION STRATEGIES IN IMO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: J. C. I. Ukoha ,   Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria, O. A Maduka , Q.  U Alozie ,   Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria,   Abia State polytechnic, Aba, Abia state, Nigeria
Published: July 2024

This study investigated poultry farmers’ knowledge level of climate change adaptation strategies in Imo State, Nigeria. The specific objectives identified the various sources of agricultural information available to the farmers on climate change in the study area, examined the knowledge level of the poultry farmers on climate change adaptation strategies; ascertained various climate change adaptation strategies employed by poultry farmers in the area. A multi-staged sampling technique was employed in sampling 120 poultry farmers that took part in the survey. A set of questionnaires was used to get responses from farmers. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. Findings from the study showed that fellow farmers were the major source of information on agriculture for 90% of the poultry farmers. while good housing system (100%), adequate extensive poultry management system (100%) and immediate vaccination of birds (100%) ranked high on the table of climate change adaptation strategies that poultry farmers utilize. Also, with a grand mean of 2.52, above the benchmark mean of 2.00, the poultry producers demonstrated a high level of knowledge regarding measures for adapting to climate change. The hypothesis result indicated a strong relationship between the farmers' sources of information on strategies for adapting to climate change and their level of knowledge with these tactics. The study came to the conclusion that poultry farmers had a high level of knowledge about different climate change adaptation strategies, primarily from other farmers. As a result, it was recommended that the government increase the availability of extension services to poultry farmers so that they can obtain scientifically verified and tried-and-true information on adaptation strategies for increased and sustainable knowledge in the study area.
ANALYSIS OF TECHNICAL EFFICIENCY OF CASSAVA FARMERS IN ABAK LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Damian I. Agom ,   Akwa Ibom State University, Obio-Akpa Campus, Nigeria., N. N Inyang ,   Cross River State College of Education, Akampa
Published: July 2024

The study analyzed the technical efficiency of cassava farmers in Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to; describe the socio-economic characteristics of cassava farmers; determine the technical efficiency of cassava farmers; estimate the determinants of technical efficiency among cassava farmers and examined the constraints militating against cassava production in the study area. Multistage sampling procedure was used in selecting 120 respondents for the study. Primary data were obtained using structured questionnaire and the data obtained were analyzed using descriptive statistics and stochastic frontier production function. The result showed that the average age, household size, farming experience, and farm size of the sampled respondents were 39 years, 4 persons, 6 years and 1.9 hectares, respectively. The mean, maximum and minimum technical efficiency were 0.73, 0.95 and 0.38. The findings on the estimated stochastic production function and the determinants of technical inefficiency showed that farm size (p<0.01), cuttings (p<0.01) and labour (p<0.01) were found to be significant inputs in cassava production while household size (p<0.1), education (p<0.01), monthly income (p<0.01), membership of cooperative (p<0.01), access to credit (p<0.01) and access to extension services (p<0.1) were the determinants of technical inefficiency of cassava production in the study area. Also, the major constraints to cassava production were, high cost of fertilizer (13.7%), theft (13.7%), lack of access to credit (13.7%), inadequate access to land (13.7%), and poor road network (13.7%). The study recommends that training and capacity-building programs should be targeted to improve farmers' knowledge and skills in efficient cassava production techniques, with a focus on optimizing inputs such as farm size, cuttings, labour and extension services. Also outreach programs should be strengthened to provide farmers with timely information, technical support, and best practices for cassava production, thereby reducing technical inefficiencies.
Defining Organizational Humanness and Contributing Behavioral Attributes of Leadership: Qualitative Research Using a Grounded Theory Approach
Authors: Bohré-den Harder Marjon , Harinck Fieke , van der Doef Margot , van der Toorn Jojanneke , A. Gebhardt Winifred
Published: July 2024

This study examined how employees experience humanness in organizations related to leadership behavior. More specifically, it was aimed to define what experienced humanness is from the perspective of employees, and which leadership behaviors employees perceive to contribute to these experiences of organizational humanness. To fulfill this aim, an exploratory grounded theory study was conducted, in which 13 employees were interviewed until saturation was attained, investigating their experiences in organizations that relate to humanness and examples of leadership behavior that influence it. Three overarching categories of experienced humanness were identified in organizations i.e., bounded space, attentive care, and human connection. Furthermore, eight specific sets of leadership behaviors appear to contribute to the experience of humanness. The findings were compared to the scientific literature and led to the conclusion that the findings yield unique elements, (e.g., fostering human connection within a team) that have not been covered in previous conceptualizations.
Educational Resilience Through the Armed Conflicts: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Artyukhov Artem , Lapidus Artur , Yeremenko Olha , Artyukhova Nadiia , Churikanova Olena
Published: July 2024

This article conducts a bibliometric analysis to examine the scholarly discourse on educational resilience in the context of armed conflicts. It has explored how educational systems adapt, persist, and recover in adversity. The Biblioshiny App, the R programme Bibliometrix, the VOSviewer 1.6.16, and the Scopus tools were utilised. The analysis spans publications from 2000 to 2024, focusing on keywords such as “educational resilience”, “education recovery”, “armed conflicts”, “war”, “violence”, and “military conflicts”. The scope of the analysis was restricted to conference proceedings, books, and articles; other kinds of publications were not included. Given the wide range of geographic origins implied by the emphasis on emerging and frontier markets, no language limits were placed. There were no limitations on the research’s scope because the subject is transdisciplinary. 2,797 papers were chosen for analysis from the Scopus database based on these criteria. The study highlights the evolution of research themes, noting significant growth in publication activity post-2014 and topic changing post-2017, with notable contributions from researchers in conflict-affected regions. An analysis of the dynamics of public interest in the topic of educational recovery, conducted with the help of Google Trends, showed that the peak of interest fell in January 2022 (educational rehabilitation after the pandemic). More than 70% of the papers fall into the top three subject areas ‒ Social Sciences, Medicine, and Arts and Humanities ‒ which confirms the interdisciplinary nature of research on educational resilience in crisis situations. Most scientists on this topic are affiliated with the United States, the United Kingdom, India, China, and Australia. The United States and the United Kingdom have the longest histories of collaborative publications. The co-authorship analysis revealed that the most powerful regional cooperation network is formed by Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. The clustering of studies by keywords showed that the most powerful is a cluster of studies devoted to the impact of conflict on educational systems, resilience and recovery strategies, and political implications for education in emergencies.