bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
EFEKTIVITAS PENGELOLAAN SAMPAH DI TEMPAT PENGELOLAAN SAMPAH BUNGO LINTAS KELURAHAN MANGGIS
Authors: Sari Kurnia , Sofa Ade , Mardansyah Mardansyah
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji efektivitas program pengolahan sampah di Tempat Pengelolaan Sampah (TPS 3R) Bungo Lintas RW 05, Kelurahan Manggis, Kecamatan Bathin III, Kabupaten Bungo. Penelitian ini mengunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode deskriptif. Pada teknik penentuan unit analisis menggunakan teknik pusposive sampling dan incidental sampling. Sumber data diperoleh melalui data primer dan data sekunder. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa efektivitas pengelolaan sampah (TPS 3R) di RW 05 kelurahan Manggis Kecamatan Bathin III Kabupaten Bungo belum efektif dan belum terlaksana dengan baik. Hal tersebut karena masih ditemukannya beberapa hambatan pada saat pemilihan, pengumpulan, pengangkutan, pengolahan, hingga pemrosesan akhir sampah. Hambatan tersebut disebabkan struktur organisasi yang tidak berjalan sesuai prosedur, kekurangan tenaga ahli dan alat-alat teknologi dalam pengelolaan sampah, minimnya pengetahuan masyarakat akan pengelolaan sampah,? serta tidak adanya? sosialisasi dari pihak TPS 3R terkait sampah. Upaya yang dilakukan untuk mengatasi hambatan antar lain membentuk struktur baru yang menempatkan orang-orang yang ahli persampahan, melakukan sosialisasi pada warga terkait manfaat pengelolaan sampah, dan mengajukan penambahan alat pengelolaan sampah.
Evaluation of physiotherapy results after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using the Knee and Osteoarthrosis Outcome Score (KOOS) questionnaire
Authors: Zduński Sebastian , Rongies Witold , Ziółkowski Marcin , Kozieł Tomasz , Sierdziński Janusz
Published: January 2025

Introduction. In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of knee injuries with subsequent total anteriur ligament injury (ACL). ACL lesions in most cases require specialized surgical and physiotherapeutic treatment. The main goal of rehabilitation is to restore the full function of the knee joint and the entire lower limb. Interest in methods of assessing the outcome of ACL reconstruction procedures has increased recently. A number of questionnaires and scales were developed to assess the outcome of treatment. An example is the Knee and Osteoarthrosis Outcome Score (KOOS).
The aim of the study. Assessment of near and distant outcomes of post-arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in the selected model of Knee and Osteoarthrosis Outcome Score (KOOS).
Material and methodology. Randomized study included 72 patients with a complete rupture of the ACL identified for operative reconstruction. The study group included 37 patients aged 18 to 60 years (mean 37 ±10.3 years). All subjects in this group were subjected to a physiotherapy for 4 weeks prior to reconstructive surgery. In total, 10 to 12 therapeutic sessions were conducted. The control group included 35 patients aged 18 to 60 years (mean 34 ±10.0 years) who did not perform the preoperative physiotherapy program. The postoperative physiotherapy program was the same in all subjects studied.
Results. There was a statistically significant improvement in the functional assessment of the knee joint after reconstruction of the ACL using the KOOS questionnaire in the Study and Control groups at subsequent measurement points (p < 0.05). Better results in the Study Group were found in almost all subgroups of KOOS (symptoms, stiffness, daily activities, activity, quality of life) 6 and 12 weeks after ACL reconstruction. However, there was no statistically significant difference between the Study and Controlled Group (p > 0.05). There was a statistically significant difference in the “stiffness” of the KOOS scale after 12 weeks (p < 0.05). There was also a statistically significant difference in the SP3 (skipping ability) of the KOOS scale after 12 weeks (p < 0.05).
Conclusions. 1. Obtained results in both examined groups, in terms of functional capabilities evaluated by the KOOS questionnaire after reconstruction, confirm the good quality of performed surgical procedures and physiotherapeutic activities. 2. A better KOOS score in the Study Group indicates the high therapeutic value of preoperative rehabilitation.
Assessing the Significance of Social Values in Pre-Service Physical Education Teachers' Participation in Philippine Traditional Games
Authors: Panganiban Teejay D. , Manalo Jessa , Precilla Jessa , Desepeda April
Published: January 2025

physical education teachers when engaging in Philippine traditional games at Batangas State University JPLPC-Malvar Campus during the academic year 2021-2022. Using a descriptive-correlation method, data were gathered from 50 respondents through a researcher-made questionnaire assessing their profile, social values, and perceived importance of these values. The theoretical framework is grounded in situated learning theory by Lave and Wenger and Vygotsky's sociocultural theory, emphasizing the role of social interaction in cognitive development. Results reveal that majority of respondents are female, aged 18-19, residing in urban areas, and belong to lower-income brackets. Community, diversity, well-being, and sustainability were rated as highly important social values. Significant relationships were found between respondents' sex, type of residence, socio-economic status, and their perceived importance of social values. The study highlights the potential of traditional games to foster essential social values and recommends activities such as seminars, team-building exercises, open forums, and sports festivals to enhance these values. These findings emphasize the need for integrating traditional games in physical education curricula to preserve cultural heritage and promote social development, particularly in a post-pandemic educational landscape.
The Correlation of Self-Care Practices in the Online Learning Environment of Teacher Education Students
Authors: Panganiban Teejay D. , Adalla John Marvin D. , Ontreras Anna Mariz T. , Javier Abegail Joy M.
Published: January 2025

This research examined the self-care practices in online learning among teacher education students during the Academic Year 2021-2022. Specifically, it investigated the significant relationship between the respondents' profiles and their self-care practices in online learning. Data were collected using a questionnaire as the principal tool. The gathered data were analyzed using appropriate statistical tools, including correlation analysis. The results indicated that the respondents were largely female, mostly enrolled in the Bachelor of Secondary Education program, belonging to the Superior Group, and from middle-income families. Additionally, the study found that self-care practices were generally maintained at a good level despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. Chi-square analysis revealed significant relationships between self-care practices and variables such as sex, academic program, birth order, and socio-economic status. Based on these findings, the study recommends the use of infographic materials to promote good self-care practices in online learning among students.
The Impact of Consumer Confusion on Chinese Consumers' Delayed Choices in Online Shopping: The Mediating Role of Negative Emotions
Authors: Huang Yue , Suo Lu
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the impact of consumer confusion factors, including overload confusion, ambiguity confusion, and conflict confusion, on consumers’ delayed choice within online shopping environments. Utilizing a convenience sampling method, data were gathered via online surveys from 451 Chinese participants who had engaged in online shopping and experienced decision delays during the past year. The analysis, conducted through structural equation modeling (SEM), aims to test hypotheses and develop a comprehensive model that captures complex relationships among variables. The result reveals that the consumer confusion factors including overload confusion (β=0.349), ambiguity confusion (β=0.333), and conflict confusion (β=0.248) significantly contribute to the consumers’ delayed choice. In addition, these factors also influence the generation of negative emotions during the online shopping search process (overload confusion: β=0.334; ambiguity confusion: β=0.308; conflict confusion: β=0.276). Furthermore, it was found that negative emotions (β=0.295) have a direct positive effect on the delay in purchasing decisions. Additionally, negative emotions serve as a mediating factor between consumer confusion and consumers’ delayed choice (delayed choice: β=0.245; ambiguity confusion: β=0.192; and conflict confusion: β=0.188). This research offers valuable insights for the management of online shopping platforms and vendors, suggesting that addressing conflicting messages and reducing consumer confusion are critical strategies for achieving success in the competitive online retail market.
Strategies for Enhancing Production and Marketing of Dried Freshwater Algae Sheets in Luang Prabang Province, Lao PDR
Authors: Mounpanh Siphom , Areesrisom Pawinee , Nilavonk Weena , Areesrisom Koblap
Published: January 2025

This study was conducted to investigate: 1) socio-economic attributes of farmers producing dried fresh water algae sheets in Luang Prabang province, Lao P.D.R.; 2) current conditions of production and marketing of the farmers; and 3) guidelines for promoting production and marketing of the farmers. A set of questionnaires was used for data collection administered with a sample group of 92 farmers producing dried fresh water algae sheets. Obtained data were analyzed by using descriptive statistics. Results of the study revelated that most of the respondents were female, 41-50 years old, elementary school graduates and they had 3-5 family members on average. A monthly income of the respondents was less than 5,000,000 Kips. The respondents had 5-10 years of experience in dried fresh water algae sheets production. Most of them (96.7%) had never reared cattle. They searched raw materials from nature in their area (92.4%). Most of the respondents (83.7%) used their own capital for dried fresh algae sheets production. Environmental conditions and capital were key factors effecting production process of the respondents. Distribution market was the main problem encountered which might be due to a stiff competition and difficult market access.
Integrating Wisdom Management Models in Community Weaving Groups of Luang Prabang Province, Lao PDR
Authors: Phaignavong Somchay , Fongmul Saisakul , Sakkatat Phahol , Kanokhong Kangsadan
Published: January 2025

This qualitative research aims to study the knowledge management practices and the mode of weaving knowledge management among weaving group members in Luang Prabang province, Lao PDR. The study's sample for weaving knowledge management includes 326 members from weaving groups across 15 villages. Additionally, the sample group for examining the knowledge management model comprises 20 individuals, including leaders of the weaving groups and cultural officials at the district and provincial levels. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews with the sample and group discussions using predefined discussion points.
The results indicate that weaving has become the primary occupation and a significant income source for families and communities by integrating traditional wisdom with new knowledge acquired from weaving operations, development, and distribution. Although the members of the weaving group in Luang Prabang province have not yet formalized the documentation of weaving knowledge and wisdom, they exhibit an effective weaving process through various stages. These stages include knowledge searching, creation, systematic processing, filtering, accessing, and sharing among members. The researchers identified these seven steps as crucial in the knowledge management practices of the weaving group members in Luang Prabang, Lao People's Democratic Republic.
The model of weaving knowledge management reveals that the government sector plays a crucial role in supporting these practices by formulating policies that promote weaving, providing expert support, and allocating budgets to establish scholars and learning corners within the community, as well as for marketing initiatives. Additionally, the business sector is instrumental in funding equipment, training, and promoting weaving activities. The membership, comprising weaving group members and their leaders, is fundamental to the weaving production line. These individuals are pivotal in driving change and achieving community goals. Creating learning spaces and exchange opportunities for local people to trade their products at fair prices can help preserve local weaving sustainability.
A Human-Centered Multiperspective and Interactive Visual Tool For Explainable Machine Learning
Authors: Lopes Bárbara , Soares Liziane Santos , Gonçalves Marcos André , Prates Raquel Oliveira
Published: January 2025

Understanding why a trained machine learning model makes some decisions is paramount to trusting the model and applying its recommendations in real-world applications. In this article, we present the design and development of an interactive and visual approach to support the use, interpretation and refinement of ML models, whose development was guided by user's needs. We also present Explain-ML, an interactive tool that implements a visual multi-perspective approach to the support interpretation of ML models. Explain-ML development followed a Human-Centered Machine Learning strategy guided by the target (knowledgeable) users' demands, resulting in a multi-perspective approach in which interpretability is supported by a set of complementary visualizations under several perspectives (e.g., global and local). We performed a qualitative evaluation of the tool´s approach to interpretation with a group of target users, focused on their perspective regarding Explain-ML helpfulness and usefulness in comprehending the outcomes of ML models. The evaluation also explored users' capability in applying the knowledge obtained from the tool's explanations for adapting/improving the current models. Results show that Explain-ML provides a broad account of the model's execution (including historical), offering users an ample and flexible exploration space to make different decisions and conduct distinct analyses. Users stated the tool was very useful and that they would be interested in using it in their daily activities.
Pre-Reflective Self-Consciousness as the Form of Reflexivity
Authors: Kraus Katharina T.
Published: January 2025

Boyles Auffassung von Selbstbewusstsein folgt einem zentralen Motiv Kants und der nachkantischen idealistischen Philosophie, demzufolge die Fähigkeit zum Selbstbewusstsein den allgemeinen Charakter des menschlichen Wissens transformiert (siehe Boyle 2023, 12). In diesem Aufsatz untersuche ich Ähnlichkeiten und Unterschiede zwischen Kants Konzeption (wie ich sie verstehe) und Boyles Sartre’scher Konzeption. Ich werde erstens argumentieren, dass die Art des präreflexiven Selbst­ bewusstseins, die Boyle in Sartres Konzeption des nicht-positionalen (Selbst-)Bewusstseins verortet, auch aus Kants Konzeption des transzendentalen Selbstbewusstseins abgeleitet werden kann. Zweitens werde ich argumentieren, dass die kantische idealistische Tradition nicht nur die epistemischen Implikationen von Selbstbewusstsein hervorhebt, auf die sich Boyle bezieht, sondern auch dessen Implikationen für den „ontologischen Status“ eines Wesens, das zu einem solchen Selbstbewusstsein befähigt ist. Die zentrale Einsicht der kantischen Tradition ist also, dass unser Selbstbewusstsein nicht nur die Art und Weise, wie wir die Welt erkennen, verändert, sondern auch und gerade unsere Seinsart als selbstbewusste Wesen in der Welt.
“Being-for-itself” or “Being-with-others”?
Authors: Musholt Kristina
Published: January 2025

Eines der Ziele von Matthew Boyles Buch ist es, die Ansicht zu verteidigen, dass die Fähigkeit zur Selbsterkenntnis von radikaler Bedeutung ist, weil sie das Wesen der menschlichen Erkenntnis im Allgemeinen verändert. Boyle zufolge ist unsere Auseinandersetzung mit der Welt immer schon eine implizit selbstbewusste Auseinandersetzung. In diesem Sinne ist menschliches Sein, mit Sartre gesprochen, wesentlich „Für-Sich“. Diese Tatsache soll die Möglichkeit eines reflexiven Selbstwissens erklären und die allgemeine Richtigkeit unseres Selbstverständnisses als selbstbestimmte Wesen rechtfer­ tigen. Im ersten Teil dieses Aufsatzes lade ich Boyle ein, mehr darüber zu sagen, wie seine Darstellung des impliziten (nichtpositionalen) Selbstbewusstseins das Problem der Überintellektualisierung vermeidet und gleichzeitig eine spezifisch menschliche Fähigkeit charakterisiert. Im zweiten Teil des Aufsatzes argumentiere ich, dass Selbstbewusstsein nur im Zusammenhang mit Intersubjektivität verstanden werden kann; unser Sein ist also nicht primär ein „Für-Sich“, sondern vor allem ein „Für-Andere“ (oder besser: „Mit-Anderen“). Schließlich diskutiere ich im dritten Teil des Aufsatzes einige Implikationen für die Richtigkeit der Erste-Person-Perspektive.
Lebendige Freiheit und Freiheit des Begriffs
Authors: Hanke Thomas
Published: January 2025

‘Freedom’ is the motto of Enlightenment. During the period called Classical German Philosophy, philosophers like Kant and Hegel tried to apply the notion of freedom not only to the field of practical, but also of theoretical philosophy. Cognition is understood as a process of conceptual self-legislation. In our days it is Robert Brandom, who endorses such a philosophy of the ‘Freedom of the Concept’ as a powerful ally against empiricism and reductive naturalism. This view, however, was then challenged by Jacobi, as it is by Birgit Sandkaulen today. They criticize that such a philosophy fails to satisfy the real ‘Freedom of Life’ and turns out to be itself nothing but naturalism. This article suggests a solution to this paradox by arguing that conceptual freedom does not exclude experienced freedom but presupposes it, meanwhile the latter has, for its own sake, all good reasons to adopt the former.
Naturgesetz und Selbstbestimmung
Authors: Müller Tobias
Published: January 2025

Der Erfolg der Naturwissenschaften hat zu der weit verbreiteten Ansicht geführt, dass alle Wirklichkeit durch Naturgesetze notwendig festgelegt wird. Diese Auffassung steht bekanntlich in einem Spannungsverhältnis zu der Vorstellung, dass Menschen frei handeln können und daher für ihre Handlungen verantwortlich sind. In diesem Beitrag soll das Verhältnis zwischen Naturwissenschaften und Konzepten der Willensfreiheit näher untersucht werden. Anhand einer Analyse der Wissenschaftspraxis soll gezeigt werden, dass eine erfolgreiche wissenschaftliche Beschreibung der Wirklichkeit keinen Determinismus impliziert und als rationales Unterfangen ein libertarisches Konzept der Willensfrei­ heit voraussetzt.
Meltdown
Authors:   Yoichi Funabashi
Published: January 2025

The human drama, and long-term lessons, of the Fukushima nuclear disaster

The Fukushima nuclear disaster in March 2011 presented an enormous challenge even to Japan, one of the world's most advanced and organized countries. Failures at all levels—of both the government and the private sector—worsened the human and economic impact of the disaster and ensured that the consequences would continue for many years to come.

Based on interviews with more than 300 government officials, power plant operators, and military personnel during the years since the disaster, Meltdown is a meticulous recounting and analysis of the human stories behind the response to the Fukushima disaster.

While the people battling to deal with the crisis at the site of the power plant were risking their lives, the government at the highest levels in Tokyo was in disarray and the utility company that operated the plants seemed focused more on power struggles with the government than on dealing with the crisis. The author, one of Japan's most eminent journalists, provides an unrivaled chronological account of the immediate two weeks of human struggle to contain man-made technology that was overwhelmed by nature.

Yoichi Funabashi gives insights into why Japan's decisionmaking process failed almost as dramatically as had the Fukushima nuclear reactors, which went into meltdown following a major tsunami. Funabashi uses the Fukushima experience to draw lessons on leadership, governance, disaster resilience, and crisis management—lessons that have universal application and pertinence for an increasingly technology-driven and interconnected global society.
Größenwachstum in der Containerschifffahrt
Authors: Cordes Jörg-Alexander
Published: January 2025

Can European competition law be used to make Europe's port growth more sustainable and intelligent? This requires breaking with existing structures: The environmental compatibility of infrastructure projects must be anchored as a mandatory requirement in the EU state aid process so that economic and environmental interests can meet on an equal footing. Existing port structures must be better utilised through (supra)regional cooperation and the importance of individual ports must be adapted to the requirements of a sustainable economy. The work contributes to the understanding of infrastructures in the context of state interests, environmental compatibility and competition law.
DEUTUNGSHOHEIT
Authors: Callies Sebastian
Published: January 2025

Wir sind im Meinungswettkampf: Politiker, Influencer und Experten buhlen sekündlich um unsere Aufmerksamkeit. In den Medien und sozialen Netzwerken werden milliardenfach Informationen produziert, interpretiert und kommentiert. Alles kann wahr und falsch zugleich sein. Wie gelingt es in diesem Umfeld, die Deutungshoheit über seine Themen und sein Image zu erlangen? Die erfolgreichen Meinungsmacher wissen, dass Realität nur Interpretationssache ist. Sie inszenieren sich, setzen Themen und schaffen Fakten. So beeinflussen sie in ihrem Sinne, worüber wir sprechen, über was wir nachdenken und wie wir die Welt sehen. Dieses Buch entschlüsselt die Kommunikationsmuster großer Meinungsmacher aus Politik, Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft. Warum sind sie so überzeugend? Wie gelingt es ihnen, die öffentliche Wahrnehmung zu prägen? Können wir uns vor Manipulation schützen? Und was lernen wir selbst für unsere Kommunikation daraus? Denn eines ist klar: In einer vernetzten Welt hängt unser Erfolg dramatisch von der Meinung anderer über uns ab. "Deutungshoheit endlich enttarnt: Forget the facts - push the story. Selten wurde das so wertfrei & nicht moralin-sauer aufgedeckt." (Malte W. Wilkes, Business Speaker, Management Consultant) "Ein gelungener Wurf. Möglichst viele Markenführer sollten dieses Buch lesen." ( Wolfgang K.A. Disch, Gesellschaft zur Erforschung des Markenwesens)
Beziehungsalchemie
Authors: Wasserthal Larissa
Published: January 2025

Fast jeder von uns hat sich in seinem Leben schon einmal in scheinbar ausweglosen Situationen wiedergefunden. Beruflich, privat, mit uns selbst … Und während manche Menschen daran verzweifeln, gehen andere gestärkt daraus hervor. Was machen diese anders? Wie können wir toxische Gedanken und Glaubenssätze erkennen und eliminieren? Wie gelingt uns Selbstakzeptanz und Selbstliebe? Larissa Wasserthals neues Buch nimmt uns mit auf eine Reise zu uns selbst. Denn viele Rückschläge, Krisen und Enttäuschungen, die uns widerfahren, sind eng verbunden mit unserer Einstellung, unserem Denken und Handeln. In vielfältigen Rollen, eingebunden in Beziehungen, sind wir Agierende und Reagierende zugleich. Aber wir können nicht wie ein Schauspieler einfach so die Rolle, die Szene wechseln – wir haben uns immer mit dabei. Ja, es geht um die wichtigste Beziehung unseres Lebens – die Beziehung zu uns selbst. Wasserthals Buch illustriert, wie wir diese positiv gestalten können, Muster hinter unseren negativen Gedanken erkennen und uns von ihnen befreien. Denn die Verantwortung für unsere Zufriedenheit liegt immer bei uns selbst.
AGILE LEADERSHIP
Authors: Puckett Stefanie , Neubauer Rainer M.
Published: January 2025

Agile leadership is considered the modern miracle cure. Hardly any executive gets past this topic. Yet in many places this topic is nothing more than a buzzword. Unfortunately - because agile leadership is a valuable tool that can be acquired and applied by every manager. What does agile leadership mean in the context of digital transformation? How does it change leadership responsibility and style? How can agile leadership competence be developed in everyday life? How do you become an agile leader driving transformation? Puckett and Neubauer`s book provides answers to these questions. It looks beneath the surface and shows evidence-based which competencies and personality traits distinguish agile leaders, and how they can be acquired. This is complemented by the perspective of how agile leadership can be successfully implemented. Agile leadership must be authentic and connect. It all too often fails due to the existing environment or resistance from others. Pragmatically, the book shows how this resistance can be overcome and how the transformation of the organization can succeed. This book is based on decades of work with leaders and organizations, and a scientifically substantiated behavior-oriented competency model. It focuses on how learning agile leadership helps to use our existing strengths, competencies and experiences to become fit for the future. “I consider this book a ‘Must Have’ for all current and future leaders.” Michael Wade, Professor at IMD, Director of the Global Center for Digital Business Transformation
163 1/2 Impulse für wirkungsvolle, lebendige Online-Meetings
Authors: Bredemeyer Sabine , Schöbitz Bettina
Published: January 2025

Du wünschst dir nützliche Impulse für effektive und lebendige Online-Meetings, die nachhaltig wirken und die gewünschten Ergebnisse erzielen? Für Videokonferenzen, die bewegen, statt zu langweilen? Sollst du haben! Dieses Buch liefert dir 163 ½ erprobte Impulse und Tools für alle Arten von Online-Veranstaltung: Webinar, Business- und Team-Meeting, Online-Workshop und mehr. Du erhältst pures Praxiswissen von zwei erfahrenen Online-Profis mit Herz, Hirn und Humor. Dabei entscheidest du selbst, welche Impulse du umsetzt und welche Tools du nutzt – für gelingende Kommunikation vor dem Bildschirm. Mit nützlichen Checklisten, amüsanten Geschichten und einer klaren Struktur – zum Wegsnacken ganz nebenbei. Dieses Buch vermittelt dir, welche Technik dich budgetfreundlich zum Ziel bringt. Du erfährst, was dich als Persönlichkeit vor der Webcam richtig professionell wirken lässt und wie deine Moderation und Präsentation zum Highlight werden. Wir geben Tipps dafür, bei was du dir online Unterstützung holen solltest. Du verstehst, wie du Rahmenbedingungen schaffst, die Online-Meetings für alle erleichtern, und wie du mit gezielter Interaktion und Aktivierung online noch erfolgreicher wirst.
Emotional Leading
Authors: Mourlane Denis
Published: January 2025

»Es gibt keinen größeren Motivator als die Erwartung positiver Emotionen.«, sagt der Diplom-Psychologe und deutsche Resilienzvordenker Dr. Denis Mourlane. Wache ich morgens auf und erwarte viele positive Emotionen wie Liebe, Stolz oder Freude vom Tag, fliege ich förmlich aus dem Bett. Erwarte ich überwiegend negative Emotionen wie Ärger, Angst oder Frustration, wird mir das Aufstehen deutlich schwerer fallen. Diese Emotionen sind aber keine Zufallsprodukte, sondern entspringen der Befriedigung oder Verletzung unserer fünf Grundbedürfnisse. Mourlanes Buch illustriert, wie wir selbst aktiv die schier grenzenlos motivierende Kraft positiver Emotionen nutzen: Für unser eigenes Wohlbefinden. Aber auch für das Wohlergehen und die Motivation von Mitarbeitenden und anderen Menschen in unserem Einflussbereich. Wie das geht? Das zeigt Ihnen, neurowissenschaftlich fundiert, dieses Buch. Mit vielen Tests zu Selbst- und Fremdeinschätzung sowie Übungen.
Die Scrum Master Journey
Authors: Löffler Marc
Published: January 2025

Scrum ist bis heute die am häufigsten eingesetzte agile Methode. Doch um Scrum effizient anzuwenden, bedarf es eines grundlegenden Verständnisses agiler Systeme und vor allem gut ausgebildeter Scrum Master. Wie hebt man das Potenzial des Teams? Wie gelingt agile Führung auf allen Ebenen? Wie fördert man das Selbstmanagement in der Organisation? Wie analysiert und verändert man die Unternehmenskultur? Wie fokussiert man auf das Richtige? Welche Werkzeuge helfen mir in hybriden Teams? Wie kann ich mich als Scrum Master stetig weiterentwickeln? Antworten zu diesen Fragen und mehr liefert Löfflers Buch. Mit vollkommen neuen Einblicken in die Welt eines Scrum Masters und innovativen, sofort umsetzbaren Tools ist dieses Buch für die tägliche Arbeit des Scrum Masters unentbehrlich. Gekonnt schließt es die Lücke zwischen Theorie und Praxis und zeigt konkret, wie sich der Scrum Master im Arbeitstag den Herausforderungen stellen kann. Dabei liegt der Fokus immer auf den Menschen und dem Team.
Du bist, wie es war
Authors: Landgraf Daniela
Published: January 2025

Erfolg macht glücklich und zufrieden! Doch ist das wirklich so? Viele Menschen, die erfolgreich durchs Leben gehen, werden trotz ihrer Erfolge von Selbstzweifeln geplagt, nicht gut genug zu sein. Dieses gefühlte Defizit versuchen sie dann, durch Perfektionismus, Rastlosigkeit und Härte zu sich selbst zu kompensieren, um nach außen stark und perfekt zu wirken. Was ist die Ursache dieses Selbstbildes? Antworten darauf liefert Daniela Landgrafs neues Buch. Anschaulich zeigt es, wie wir die Ursachen in unser Vergangenheit finden. Denn sie ist der Ausgangspunkt unserer Gegenwart. Erst wenn wir erkennen, was unser Denken, Fühlen und Handeln prägt, können wir es im Hinblick auf die eigene Person verstehen, damit umgehen und uns entwickeln. Das ist der Schlüssel zu mehr Zufriedenheit – beruflich und privat.
Alles Kopfsache
Authors: Czerner Markus
Published: January 2025

Für Erfolg in deinem Leben brauchst du zwei Zutaten: Vorbereitung und Möglichkeiten. Denn erst mit der gezielten Vorbereitung – nennen wir es lernen, trainieren, oder auf etwas hinarbeiten – schaffst du die Voraussetzungen, dass Möglichkeiten entstehen. Das wird gerne verschwiegen. Wie kannst du aber trotz Selbstzweifel und Unsicherheit die Phase der Vorbereitung meistern? Wie kannst du trotz kleiner oder auch großer Rückschläge und Entbehrungen die Zuversicht behalten? Markus Czerners Buch hilft dir, zu verstehen, wie dein persönlicher Erfolg mit deiner Mentalebene untrennbar verbunden ist. Denn erst wenn du erfolgreich denkst, kannst auch du erfolgreich handeln und dein ganzes Leistungspotenzial entfalten. Es zeigt, wie du dir kontinuierlich immer neue Chancen schaffst und so erfolgreich deine Ziele erreichst. »Glück passiert, wenn Vorbereitung auf Möglichkeiten trifft.«
Eigenverantwortung
Authors: Omondi Susan , Lang Alexandra
Published: January 2025

Bist du bereit für ein kompromisslos eigenverantwortliches Leben? Bist du bereit, souverän dein Ding zu machen? Ja? Dann ist dieses Buch das richtige für dich. Susan Omondi und Alexandra Lang illustrieren, warum Eigenverantwortung wirklich das Beste ist, das dir im Leben passieren kann. Doch warum nehmen wir unsere großartige Eigenverantwortung nicht wahr? Warum verlassen wir uns auf die Entscheidungen anderer? Antworten liefert dieses Buch. Eigenverantwortung heißt, sich seine Freiräume zu schaffen. Dazu benötigen wir zum einen Klarheit über unsere Bedürfnisse und Wünsche. Zum anderen ist es essenziell, sie bewusst wahrzunehmen. Erst dann können wir Verantwortung für unsere Entscheidungen, unser Handeln übernehmen. Das sind die ersten Schritte von der Fremdsteuerung, der Opferrolle zum selbstbestimmten Handeln. Anschaulich zeigen die Autorinnen, wie du deine bremsenden Glaubenssätze erkennst und eliminierst. Sie illustrieren, wie du schon durch kleine Veränderungen neue Freiräume schaffst und deinen Einflussbereich privat und beruflich erweiterst. Keine Ausreden mehr! Du entscheidest, du machst dein Ding!
Thermodynamic Properties of Moisture Sorption and Glass Transition of Coconut (Cocos Nucifera L.) Powder Fortified with Physiologically Active Components
Authors: Carlos Lucas-Aguirre Juan , Antonio Giraldo-Giraldo German , Cortés-Rodríguez Misael
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this work is to determine the thermodynamic properties of coconut powder fortified with physiologically active components, obtained through spray drying (CP + FAC), using the data obtained to construct the sorption isotherms at three temperatures (15, 25, and 35°C), where the properties calculated were net integral isosteric sorption heat (Qst), differential sorption entropy (ΔS), spreading pressure (Φ), enthalpy (qeq), and entropy (ΔSeq); whereas determining the glass transition temperature (Tg) and critical storage conditions, such as water activity (awc), and moisture content (Xwc) in the CP + FAC. Qst increased to a maximum value between the Xw intervals of the monolayer and then diminished with increased moisture content (Xw). The Φ increased with the aw increase and diminished with increased temperature, more notably at 25 and 35°C. The ΔS diminished with the increase of Xw, representing an increase in the mobility restriction of the water molecules as the available sites saturate and higher-energy sites are used, which is why water is less available to participate in the deterioration reactions. The qeq diminished with Xw, reaching the maximum value at the lowest Xw; this value is an indication of the greater water-CP + FAC interaction that means the sorption binding sites are stronger. The ΔSeq went from a negative value to an increased Xw, which is associated with greater mobility of the water molecules, favoring the formation of multilayers. The glass transition temperature of the CP + FAC at different aw had an inverse relation, where Tg diminished with increasing aw, going to aw: 0.112: Tg: 69.79°C at aw values of 0.900: Tg: −39.0°C, evidencing the plasticizer effect of water, where the Gordon-Taylor model is a reliable predictor of the glass transition temperatures of the CP + FAC. The values of the parameters calculated through nonlinear regression were Tgs = 391.67 K and k = 0.753, with R2 = 0.977. The critical storage conditions of the CP + FAC, at an ambient temperature of 35°C, were awc = 0.46 and Xwc = 3.8% (db).
On the 1-Parameter Trigonometric and Hyperbolic Inequalities Chains
Authors: Raouf Chouikha Abd
Published: January 2025

In this chapter, we introduce other classes of inequalities chains depending on a parameter, extending the classical ones. We show in particular how the Huygens and Wilker inequalities are related in chains. We thus improve the recent results of Chen and Mortici.
Carbon Capturing Materials: A Review of Their Recent Modification Approaches and Implementation for Industrial Applications
Authors: Neve Himangi , Kadam Deven , Sadadekar Chinmay , Wadgaonkar Vinayak , Bhatkar Siraj , Wadekar Prasad
Published: January 2025

An exponential rise in utilizing fossil fuels for the past 100 years has escalated the atmospheric concentration of CO2 level, leading to the greenhouse effect. This problem has ignited many scientific minds to develop materials, methodologies, and technologies to reduce CO2 emissions into the atmosphere. The know-how of properties affecting CO2 capture mechanisms for zeolites, silica, graphene, activated carbon, MOFs, and layered double hydroxides (LDHs) are discussed. Further, we perform a comparative analysis of these conventional CO2 adsorbing materials and their limitations with their modified counterparts. We explored the emerging hybrid composite materials, and their advancement over the modified materials is noteworthy and is highlighted in this review. Lastly, each of these modified CO2 capture materials is discussed in relation to their relevance to industrial applications.
Sustainable Finance for Socially Responsible Entrepreneurs
Authors: Nurein Saheed
Published: January 2025

Evidence recently had shown that financial decision-making of entrepreneurs has been integrated with environmental, social, and governance considerations. Thus, socially responsible entrepreneurs ensure that their businesses through involving sustainable finance contribute positively to society and the environment while achieving economic growth. This chapter focused on elucidating on the key strategies and mechanisms that support sustainable finance for socially responsible entrepreneurs. It suggests that by leveraging green financing, equity financing, social impact investing, equity financing, microfinance, sustainability-linked loans, public-private partnerships, and sustainable banking practices, entrepreneurs can access the resources they need to drive sustainable development. The chapter also recommends some directions for future study on sustainable finance.
Cavia porcellus: An Overview of Its Origin, Traditional Breeding, Selected Types for Meat Production and Biomedical Research
Authors: Cristian Grădinaru Andrei , Popa Setalia
Published: January 2025

The domestic guinea pig (Cavia porcellus Linnaeus, 1758) is a part of Hystricomorpha (Caviomorpha) suborder, Rodentia order, Cavia Pallas 1766 genus. It is a rodent mammal originated from the wild ancestor Cavia tschudii, with a cosmopolitan distribution nowadays. Its breeding has some cultural-traditional arguments in its native areas, while in other parts of the world, it is used as a pet, as a source of meat, or in biomedical research. For a long time, it was a great laboratory animal and a model of research for various human pathologies. Similarities between guinea pig and human genomes were described, making possible the use of targeted knockout genes in these animals as a valuable tool for understanding gene function, modeling human diseases, and developing new therapeutic strategies. This approach provides a valuable contribution to medical research by adhering to ethical principles and seeking alternative methods for future advancements, in contrast with the concept of making guinea pigs more human-like using genetic modification, which raises ethical and practical concerns. This chapter makes an overview of the domestic guinea pig’s origin and phylogeny, its phenotypic diversity, the process of its domestication, and the main areas of its use.
Polynomial Points in the Plane of a Triangle
Authors: Kimberling Clark
Published: January 2025

Hundreds of named triangle centers have representations in barycentric coordinates that are polynomials in three variables, a,b,c, which may be regarded as the sidelengths of a triangle ABC. Consequently, many central lines (e.g. Euler line, infinity line, Nagel line) also have polynomial representations. Among polynomial representations for points and lines are those of minimal degree. One objective of this chapter is to determine, for selected cases, the minimal degree for triangle centers that lie on a central line, depending on standard forms for polynomial representations of triangle centers. This chapter also discusses polynomial representations of transformations in the plane of ABC, including isotomic conjugate, barycentric product, composition, and symbolic substitution.
Parenting Styles and Practices: Facing the Parenting Storm
Authors: Kibirige Israel , Masiko Kafeero Israel
Published: January 2025

Families face a parenting storm. The ideal family comprises a father and mother, yet a father or mother may do parenting single-handedly. Parenting prepares children for holistic lives: mental, social, physical, and spiritual. The storm arises from globalisation, the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and socioeconomic and political changes. The changes result in homeless, refugee, and ghettos living children. Parents work away from home, and thus, nannies and teachers take over parenting roles. Although there are various parenting mechanisms: parent to parent, online reading materials, government, and public support, these mechanisms do not meet individual parental contexts. Therefore, parenting styles and practices should lead to a holistic life. This chapter discusses parenting styles and practices for the twenty-first century. Hence, the authors concur with Dobson’s view that parenting is for the brave to manage diverse contextual opportunities and challenges.
Optimization of Alkali-Activated Concrete Dosage Based on Metakaolin from the Brazilian Northeast
Authors: Anselmo da Silva Neto José , Larissa de Barros Silva Jhennifer , Augusto Gomes Neto José , Figueirêdo da Nóbrega Aline
Published: January 2025

Alkali-activated structural concretes that are both pumpable and machinable were synthesized utilizing a low-reactivity metakaolin characterized by elevated levels of quartz and iron. The investigation into the effects and interactions of alkaline concentration (NaOH—8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 M) and the ratio of alkaline reagents (Na2SiO3/NaOH—1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, and 3.0) on the material properties was conducted employing a 2k full factorial design. An increase in alkaline concentration (NaOH), when coupled with a decrease in the ratio of alkaline reagents (Na2SiO3/NaOH), expedited both the initial and final setting times of the mixtures. Elevated alkaline solution concentrations led to a diminished slump, swifter hardening, and enhanced mechanical strength; however, surpassing the threshold of 14 M for the same Na2SiO3/NaOH ratio resulted in a 12.4% decline in compressive strength at 28 days. The factorial design facilitated the identification of the optimal dosage for the material’s production, revealing that an alkaline concentration (NaOH) of 10 M and a Na2SiO3/NaOH ratio of 2.5 are requisite. The evaluation of various potential combinations enabled the attainment of a material possessing properties that are conducive to structural applications.
Crop Substrates for Sustainable Hydroponic Farming
Authors: Belay Mihrete Tesfahun
Published: January 2025

Hydroponic farming, as a method of cultivating plants in nutrient-rich water solutions without soil, presents a compelling solution to contemporary food security challenges. This chapter explores the pivotal role of crop substrates in sustainable hydroponic systems, emphasizing their functions in supporting plant growth and their impact on resource efficiency and environmental sustainability. I discuss various types of substrates, including inert materials like perlite and organic alternatives such as coconut coir, focusing on their unique properties and contributions to nutrient management, root health, and water retention. The chapter highlights challenges such as substrate degradation and pH management, alongside opportunities for innovation in substrate technology and regulatory frameworks. It concludes by advocating for the integration of best practices and technological advancements to optimize hydroponic farming for enhanced sustainability, productivity, and resilience in agriculture.
Hydroponic Farming: Innovative Solutions for Sustainable and Modern Cultivation Technique
Authors: Korsa Gamachis , Ayele Abate , Haile Setegn , Alemu Digafe
Published: January 2025

As conventional soil-based farming face limitations due to diminishing arable land per capita, advanced agricultural technologies have emerged as a promising solutions. Among these, hydroponic farming – a soilless crop cultivation method – stands out as a leading innovation in vegetable production, offering a viable response to these pressing challenges. This chapter explores the world of hydroponic farming, highlighting the best and most sustainable practices associated with this modern cultivation technique. By reviewing peer-reviewed articles from reputable educational journals, the chapter categorizes the findings into four key areas: types of hydroponic farming systems, factors that affect their performance, substrate constituents, and potential applications in modern agriculture. The findings of the current review indicate that hydroponic farming is an effective tool for combating hunger and improving food safety, especially in developing countries with limited water resources. By implementing innovative techniques that enhance resource utilization, reduce health impact, and create a more sustainable for food production, hydroponics represents a significant advancement in agriculturral environment.
Solutions for Insufficient Epidural Analgesia for Planned Vaginal Birth
Authors: Hartmann Lukas , Ulrich Gerbershagen Mark
Published: January 2025

Background: Epidural analgesia (EDA) plays an important role in the pain relief and comfort of women during childbirth. Despite its benefits, in some cases, epidural analgesia can fail, or no adequate alternative can be offered if there are contraindications. There is currently no standardized solution for this situation, and it is not uncommon for women in labor to be left alone in this situation. A clear recommendation for an alternative to neuroaxial options for vaginal birth is needed to achieve the goal of alleviating pain, promoting a positive birth experience and avoiding postpartum problems. Based on the literature, this chapter provides a good solution to the problem of inadequate epidural analgesia or contraindications to epidural analgesia.
Pancreatic Tumour Microenvironment and Microenvironment Targeted Therapeutic Approaches
Authors: Kacaroglu Demet
Published: January 2025

Pancreatic cancer is characterised by high metastatic potential and poor survival rates. The major reason for this is the failure of therapeutic agent to reach the target cells due to the dense desmoplastic microenvironment formed in pancreatic tumours. The development of an immunosuppressive tumour microenvironment, due to disruption of matrix morphology, reduces the success rate of immunotherapy, chemotherapy and targeted therapy methods used in the treatment of Pancreatic Adenoductal Carcinoma (PDAC). In this chapter, the components of the pancreatic tumour microenvironment; cancer cells, stromal cells (mesenchymal stem cells, fibroblasts, cancer-associated fibroblasts, pancreatic stellate cells), immune system cells and extracellular components (ECM, cytokines, growth factors, DNA and small RNAs) are explained. This stroma is a vital dynamic structure that regulates tumour growth, metabolism, vascularisation, drug resistance, immune tolerance and metastasis pathways. To comprehend and manage the intense desmoplastic stroma, it is crucial to elucidate the behaviour of the microenvironment components in pancreatic cancer. The microenvironment of PDAC, the most frequent type of pancreatic cancer, and microenvironment-targeted therapeutic approaches are then presented as in vitro, in vivo and clinical phase studies.
Overview of the Angel Sharks in the Mediterranean Sea
Authors: Enajjar Samira , Saidi Bechir , Nejemeddine Bradai Mohamed
Published: January 2025

Three species of angel shark are present in the Mediterranean Sea with overlapping ranges: The Sawback angelshark Squatina aculeata, the Smoothback angelshark Squatina oculata and the angelshark Squatina squatina. All three are classified as critically endangered according to the IUCN due to past population reductions and are listed under the binding recommendation GFCM/42/2018/2 (amending GFCM/36/2012/3). This recommendation prohibits the retention and sale of the three species. A recent survey confirms the dramatic decline of their populations in all of the Mediterranean Sea. The compilation of bibliographic and unpublished data show that only 280 angelsharks were sighted (all species confused) during the last 30 years. The eastern (GSA 22) and the central Mediterranean Sea (GSA 12, 13, 14 and 15) represent an important area for Squatinidae species. All life stages were reported; however, maturing specimens dominate the sighting individuals. Bottom trawl and trammel nets were the gear most affected by the Squatinidae population due to their benthic and shallow habitat range. Considering the status of the species and their life history parameters, Squatinidae are highly vulnerable to fisheries. Therefore, immediate measures should be taken to conserve these species. These measures must be prioritized on: fisheries, habitats and legislation.