bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Studi Bibliometrik Traditional Agri-Food yang Berkelanjutan dan Sirkular
Authors: Dinaseviani Anggini , Pambudi Ikhlas Pangaribowo , Jayanthi Ria , Aziz Subkhi Abdul
Published: August 2023

Kajian mengenai traditional agro-food telah banyak dilakukan. Untuk itu diperlukan melihat trend dari topik studi traditional agri-food dan memperdalam pemahaman terutama kaitannya dengan isu keberlanjutan dan ramah lingkungan. Tujuan dari riset ini adalah 1) untuk menganalisa literatur kepustakaan dari topik traditional agri-food berkelanjutan dan circular, 2) untuk memetakan state-of-the-art dari area topik traditional agri-food yang berkelanjutan dan circular, 3) untuk mengidentifikasi research gap dan kebaruan (novelty). Metode riset ini menggunakan metode bibliometrika untuk memperoleh ketelusuran yang baik dalam area topik riset ini. Database diperoleh dari database Scopus. Untuk melihat relevansi dari topik maka literatur ilmiah dipilih dan dianalisa dengan menggunakan metode PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta Analysis). Studi ini dilakukan menggunakan aplikasi VosViewer dan Biblioshinny (dari R Package). Temuan- studi ini berhasil menjaring sebanyak 379 publikasi yang berkaitan dengan topik traditional agrifood yang berkelanjutan dan circular dan selanjutnya perlu dianalisa lebih dalam. Hasil analisa bibliometric dari 379  publikasi menunjukkan bahwa keluaran publikasi untuk topik tersebut mulai marak sekitar tahun 2019 dan puncaknya di tahun 2022. Kecenderungan diskusi terkait traditional agri-food cukup bervariasi dengan tema besar berkaitan dengan sustainability dan circular economy. Adapun tematik lainnya adalah agri-food industry, life cycle assessment, agroecology, organic farming, agrifood supply chain, food quality, food safety. Hasil dari analisa bibliometric memetakan 6 topik cluster yang berkaitan dengan traditional agri-food. Adapun jurnal yang paling banyak menerbitkan artikel dengan topik traditional agrifood yang berkelanjutan dan circular adalah Sustainability (Switzerland). Tren publikasi terkini ke topik circular economy, climate change, agroecology, hingga sustainable production.
Determination of Some Heavy Metal Levels in Young and Adult Cattle in the Şiran District of Gümüşhane by ICP-MS
Authors: ŞİMŞEK Özkan , DİNÇEL Güngör Çağdaş
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study was to evaluate certain heavy metal levels in young and adult cattle in the Şiran district of Gümüşhane. For this, a total of 100 blood samples were taken from 50 young (aged 1 to 3 years old) and 50 adult (aged 4 to 6 years old) cattle slaughtered at an abattoir in the Şiran. Serum was then separated from the blood samples by centrifugation, and analysed for certain heavy metals by using the ICP-MS method. The levels of serum heavy metals in the serum of young and adult cattle breed in the Şiran were determined. When comparing young and adult cattle, the adult cattle had significantly higher concentrations of Al, V, Ni, and Sn. As a result, in this study, serum heavy metal concentrations and age-related bioaccumulation in cattle farmed in the Şiran district were determined for the first time. The periodic monitoring of the levels of these heavy metals may be helpful in improving animal health and production.
Canine brucellosis: A bibliometric analysis based on scopus and web of science databases
Authors: AVCI Hüsamettin , KIRALY-AVCI Eniko , KARAGÜL Mustafa Sencer , METİNER Kemal
Published: August 2023

Brucellosis is a zoonotic infection that poses a threat to both human and animal health. The aim of this study is to investigate the publication trends in research on canine brucellosis and to determine the changes and general characteristics of the disease throughout history using bibliometric analysis. For this reason, we conducted a bibliometric analysis of 316 articles published in the Scopus and Web of Science (WoS) databases from 1980 to 2022. The analysis was performed using the RStudio-Bibliometrix package and the Biblioshiny application. The publications included contributions from a total of 1241 authors. In addition, a total of 804 keywords plus and 398 author keywords were identified. The earliest study among the top 10 most cited articles dates back to 1985, while the most recent one was published in 2011. The majority of the publications were published in the years 2012 (n=17) and 2014 (n=17). The United States of America (USA) (n=55), Brazil (n=40), and Argentina (n=25) were identified as the countries with the highest number of published articles. Notably, Switzerland ranked first in terms of the average number of citations per article category (n=55.50), despite only two publications being attributed to this country. Keid L. (n=15), Lucero N. (n=14), Carmichael L. (n=13), and Kim J. (n=13) emerged as the most prolific contributors. Lucero N. obtained the highest number of total citations (TC=408). In the initial years of publication, the disease was predominantly characterized by keywords such as "brucellosis," "infection," "abortus," and "Brucella canis". However, keywords related to diagnosis and treatment, such as "diagnosis," "serodiagnosis," "vaccine," and "agar gel," gained significance and became increasingly relevant. The themes and sub-themes identified through this study can provide a basis for further investigation and scientific inquiry, thus contributing to the development of new research questions and opportunities for future studies.
Teachers’ digital competences in higher education in Portugal and Spain
Authors: Dias-Trindade Sara , Moreira José António , García Huertas Juan Gabriel , Garrido Pintado Pablo , Mas Miguel Ana
Published: August 2023

The potential of DTIC has brought new and emerging challenges to teachers, making it essential to acquire digital competences, especially in virtual learning environments and online technologies. In this sense, based on the DigCompEdu CheckIn self-assessment questionnaire, validated for the Portuguese population by earlier studies, this research aims to identify the most fragile and robust areas of digital competences of Portuguese and Spanish university teachers. The quantitative methodological approach emphasizes teachers’ perception of their digital competences in three dimensions: teachers’ professional competences, teachers’ pedagogical competences and students’ competences and involved 347 teachers from Portugal and Spain. The results show that teachers of the two institutions have an overall moderate level of digital proficiency–level B1 and B2–and that the differences encountered between Portuguese and Spanish teachers (for example, Portuguese teachers have level A2 in area 4–assessment–, while Spanish teachers are already at level B2) highlight the need to invest in specific training that may address specific frailties, and therefore allow for the promotion of their digital competences. Results relating to teaching experience and age show that there is no direct relation between either factor or being digitally competent. Regarding gender, results reveal that men had slightly better results than women. Overall, what the results show is the need for teachers to increase the level of digital competence through specific training, prepared according to the specificities of each institution, and the importance of developing public policies that prepare teachers for a more digital education.
STUDI FENOMENOLOGI: MITIGASI BENCANA BERBASIS KEARIFAN LOKAL DESA COLO
Authors: Khasan Mohammad , Widjanarko Mochamad , Wismar’ein Dian , Prastyo Eko Budi
Published: August 2023

Desa Colo merupakan desa yang terletak paling utara di Kabupaten Kudus, yang secara geografis berada di lereng Pegunungan Muria dan berbatasan langsung dengan hutan Muria dengan kontur tanah yang naik turun. Desa Colo termasuk dalam desa rawan bencana dengan riwayat bencana seperti tanah longsor di beberapa titik pada tahun 1952 dan 2022, serta kebakaran hutan yang terjadi pada tahun 2000. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi perilaku mitigasi bencana pada masyarakat di Desa Colo berdasarkan kearifan lokal. Metodologi penelitian menggunakan kualitatif fenomenologi dengan informan berjumlah lima orang yang lahir dan tinggal di Desa Colo. Instrumen penelitian ini menggunakan wawancara dan observasi dengan analisa data coding dan trianggulasi. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, menunjukkan bahwa perilaku mitigasi bencana dalam bentuk kearifan lokal masyarakat Desa Colo yaitu sedekah bumi, barikan, dan wiwit kopi. Perilaku mitigasi bencana tersebut berasal dari leluhur dan masih dilestarikan hingga kini.
Technology integration in geometry teaching and learning
Authors: Sunzuma Gladys
Published: August 2023

Technology advancement provides an opportunity for helping both teachers and students to solve and improve mathematics teaching and learning performances. This systematic review aims to add to the discussion through a comprehensive overview of the integration of digital technologies into the teaching and learning of geometry at the secondary school level.  A systematic literature review was conducted following the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, with a focus on publication trends, types of technologies used, types of contributions, learning domains and research methods. Twenty-nine articles published between 2010 and 2022 were searched from the ERIC database.  The findings showed that the majority of the articles were published in 2015 and the technologies that were used were GeoGebra, augmented reality, computer animation package, video-based cooperative, graphing calculator, micromedia flash, Powtoon animation, learning management system, interactive whiteboard, digital simulations-applets, iPads and tablet. Most of the reviewed articles focused on the effectiveness of the technologies in geometry teaching and learning. The findings indicated that the majority of the reviewed articles used quantitative research methods followed by qualitative methods studies. It is suggested that other studies be conducted with other databases and focus on challenges of integrating technology into the teaching and learning of geometry.
Botanical from the bark of Zizyphus jujuba Mill. (Rhamnaceae) had weak anti-Klebsiella activity, but strongly potentiated the effects of antibiotics against multidrug-resistant phenotypes
Authors: Kengne Fonkou Gaelle , Badawe Garandi , Matieta Valaire Y. , Mapie Tiwa Stephanie , Ngakam Ramelle , Megaptche Junior F. , Nayim Paul , Kuete Victor , Mbaveng Armelle T.
Published: August 2023

Background: Klebsiella pneumoniae is medically the most important species of this genus. Klebsiella oxytoca also cause infections in human but to a much lesser degree than K. pneumoniae. In this work, the antibacterial potential of the methanol extract from the bark of Zizyphus jujuba (ZJB) was evaluated against the multidrug-resistant (MDR) clinical isolates of Klebsiella pneumoniae and Klebsiella oxytoca overexpressing AcrAB-TolC efflux pumps. Methods: The broth microdilution method combined with the rapid para-iodonitrotetrazolium chloride (INT) colorimetric technique was used to determine the minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) and the minimal bactericidal concentration (MBC) of ZJB alone, in the presence of an efflux pump inhibitor (EPI) phenylalanine-arginine β-naphthylamide (PAβN), or in the presence of antibiotics. The phytochemical screening of ZJB was evaluated using standard methods. Results: ZJB displayed weak antibacterial activities with MIC values above 625 μg/mL in all the 14 tested Klebsiella species. In the presence of PAβN, the activity of ZJB increased by 4- to more than 128-fold on all the tested bacteria. At MIC/2 and MIC/4, ZJB potentiated the activity of doxycycline (DOX), levofloxacin (LEV), imipenem (IMI), ciprofloxacin (CIP), ceftriaxone (CRO), and tetracycline (TET) against at least 80% of the MDR bacterial strains tested. ZJB contains alkaloids, flavonoids, triterpenes, saponins, phenols, and anthocyanins. Conclusion: This study has demonstrated that ZJB could be used as an antibacterial agent if it is combined with an efflux pump inhibitor or with antibiotics against MDR bacteria over-expressing active efflux pumps. Keywords: Antibacterial activity; antibiotics; efflux pumps; Klebsiella; multidrug resistance; Zizyphus jujuba
The mediating effect of institutional trust in the relationship between precarity and conspiracy beliefs: A conceptual replication of Adam-Troian et al. (2023)
Authors: Adamus Magdalena , Ballova Mikuskova Eva , Guzi Martin , Adamkovic Matus , Kačmár Pavol , Chayinska Maria , Adam-Troian Jais
Published: August 2023

The paper reports the results of registered conceptual replications of the indirect effect of institutional trust in the relationship between precarity and the endorsement of conspiracy beliefs (CB). The original study of Adam-Troian et al. (2023) indicated that subjective appraisals of economic hardship are associated with lower trust in governments and institutions, which in turn is associated with stronger endorsement of CB. Our Studies 1to 3 report a series of replications using Slovak panel data. Study 4 reports a replication of the mediation model using data from the European Social Survey Round 10 collected in 17 countries. To provide a quantitative synthesis of these and previous results we conducted mini meta-analysis (N = 50,340). Although the strength of the observed relationships differed across the studies to some degree, the original patterns of relations remained robust, supporting the original model. The study corroborates the view that to curb the spread of CB, it is necessary to address structural issues, such as growing financial insecurity, socioeconomic inequalities and the deficit of institutional trust. Finally, we discuss the role of cultural and political settings in conditioning the mechanisms through which precarity enhances the endorsement of CB.
Being Understood and Feeling Understood: Examining the Role of Personality and Emotion Perceptions in Others' Felt Understanding
Authors: Mignault Marie-Catherine , Tissera Hasagani , Human Lauren , Lydon John
Published: August 2023

How must a person be understood to feel understood? We explored how perceptions of close others’ personality and emotions related to their felt understanding. Results revealed that perceivers’ raw emotion accuracy, but not personality accuracy, was positively associated with targets’ felt understanding in two studies. Notably, being perceived in line with the normative, socially desirable profile of emotions, and not in line with one’s distinct profile of emotions, drove this association. Overall, then, adopting a normative lens when perceiving others’ emotions could promote a subjective sense of feeling understood. These findings help advance the personality and social perception literature, and indicate that adopting a componential approach to accuracy can provide nuance when investigating associations with social processes.
Navigating Digital Deception: Online Shopping Fraud and Cognitive Responses in India
Authors: Jin Ruining
Published: August 2023

In today’s digital age, online shopping fraud has emerged as a significant threat to Indian consumers. This includes problems such as masquerading as genuine sellers and peddling counterfeit products. Despite the rapid expansion of India’s online shopping sector and the government’s proactive efforts in advancing digitization, the escalation of online shopping fraud remains a pressing concern [1]
Photographic Jordanian Food Atlas
Authors: Al Hourani Huda M , AlHalaika Dima , Alkhatib Buthaina , Al-Shami Islam
Published: August 2023

A photographic manual determining food serving size for Jordanian dishes and food items
Computer Basics: Istilah dan Teori Dasar
Authors: Riyanto Aris
Published: August 2023

— Dalam era digital yang semakin berkembang pesat, pengetahuan tentang dasar-dasar komputer menjadi semakin penting. Komputer telah menjadi bagian tak terpisahkan dari kehidupan modern, memengaruhi berbagai aspek kehidupan mulai dari pendidikan, bisnis, hiburan, hingga komunikasi global. Oleh karena itu, pemahaman yang kuat tentang konsep dasar dalam dunia komputer menjadi prasyarat untuk beradaptasi dan bersaing dalam dunia yang semakin terhubung. Buku Paper ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pemahaman yang komprehensif tentang konsep dasar komputer kepada pembaca. Mulai dari sejarah perkembangan komputer, komponen-komponen utama, hingga prinsip kerja dari berbagai teknologi yang ada, buku ini dirancang agar dapat menjadi panduan awal yang mudah dipahami oleh pembaca dari berbagai latar belakang.
RPS SIK_MMDW
Authors: Wahyuni Maria Magdalena Dwi
Published: August 2023

Rencana Pembelajaran Semester _ Sistem Informasi Kesehatan
Minimizing Measurement Error in Treatment Outcome Estimates: A Meta-Analysis Comparing Estimates between the Gambling Timeline Followback and Other Self-Report Assessments of Gambling Behavior
Authors: Paul Margaret , Meinerding Maria , Weinstock Jeremiah , Ginley Meredith K. , Whelan James P. , Pfund Rory A
Published: August 2023

Objective: The aim of the current meta-analysis was to examine whether use of the gambling timeline followback (G-TLFB) moderated the effect of cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) on gambling frequency (i.e., the number of days gambled) and gambling intensity (i.e., the amount of money gambled) compared to other self-report assessments. Method: Using an open-access meta-analysis database of studies on CBT for gambling disorder, 22 studies representing 2,824 participants were identified for inclusion. Hedges’s g effect sizes were calculated to examine the effect of CBT on gambling frequency and intensity, and mixed-effect subgroup analyses examined the effect of CBT on each outcome between studies using the G-TLFB versus other self-report assessments. Results: Mixed-effect subgroup analyses indicated that the effect of CBT on gambling frequency was significantly lower for studies using the G-TLFB (g = -0.15) than studies using other self-report assessments (g = -0.71). However, this difference was nullified when controlling for study grant funding status. There was no significant difference between the effect of CBT on gambling intensity between studies using the G-TLFB (g = -0.22) versus studies using other self-report assessments (g = -0.38). Conclusions: The G-TLFB yields more conservative and precise estimates of the effect of treatment on gambling frequency, but not gambling intensity, than other self-report assessments.
Motivations to affiliate with like-minded audiences increase partisan sharing on social media
Authors: Marie Antoine , Petersen Michael Bang
Published: August 2023

Social media have been accused of facilitating the spread of partisan and false news in ways that may foster ideological and affective polarization. Prior research has shown that individuals are motivated to selectively share partisan (mis)information if it promotes their political convictions or identity. Here, we argue that such ‘partisan sharing’ is, in part, driven by social motivations to please and affiliate with politically like-minded audiences. Using a study of actual news sharing behavior on Twitter (Study 1: N=1308) and two online survey experiments (Study 2: N=1735; Study 3: N=1637), we show that sharing of politically congruent news stories is influenced by perceptions about the political stance of the audience. Partisan social media users selectively share political news (true or false), based on anticipation of positive reactions from like-minded audiences, and refrain from sharing to avoid upsetting politically dissimilar audiences. This suggests that the formation of “echo chambers” may trigger relational motives that further the sharing of partisan (mis)information.
Perspective about Artificial Intelligence-Human Collaboration in Creative Decision-Making
Authors: Mandarano Piergiorgio
Published: August 2023

This perspective delves into the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in decision psychology, highlighting its potential impact on decision quality and human creativity. The authors present contrasting viewpoints regarding AI's role. Proponents emphasize its analytical capabilities, suggesting improved accuracy and data-driven decisions. Critics underscore the importance of human creativity and innovative solutions. The article explores the balance between AI's efficiency and human deliberation, touching on challenges like explainability and trust in AI systems. The collaboration between AI and human supervision is examined, underscoring the need for a synergistic approach that leverages both strengths. The authors also explore implications for neurodevelopment, ethical considerations, and the interplay between AI and human consciousness. The central theme is the delicate equilibrium between AI's utility and the essence of human ingenuity. The perspective concludes by calling for a balanced contemplation of AI's potential and limitations within the realm of human exploration and decision-making.
Stability Analysis of 2nd and 4th Order Runge Kutta Method
Authors: Ghosh Sourangshu
Published: August 2023

In this article, we shall do the stability analysis of the 2nd-order Runge-Kutta Method and the 4th-order Runge-Kutta Method. We shall then plot the regions in the complex λ∆t plane where the 2nd-order Runge-Kutta Method and the 4th-order Runge-Kutta Method shall be stable.
Correction of saccadic decisions during free-viewing visual search in the monkey
Authors: Ipata Anna , Bisley James W. , Krishna B S
Published: August 2023

Humans and monkeys routinely make two to four saccadic eye-movements per second to foveate and analyze salient and/or relevant regions in the visual scene. Prior research has shown that during tasks with very salient saccadic targets, like popout visual-search and double-step saccade tasks in both humans and monkeys, two-saccade sequences have been shown to occur, where an initial saccade to a distractor is followed soon after by a short-latency second saccade to the popout target, with little time spent fixating the initially chosen distractor. This indicates that the short-latency second saccade uses visual information obtained before the first saccade and corrects the erroneous decision to make the first saccade to the distractor. Here, we demonstrate that such short-latency second saccades also occur frequently when monkeys perform free-viewing visual search without a popout visual target. Short-latency saccades are especially accurate at foveating the target, and almost exclusively occur after errors. We describe several properties of short-latency saccades that shed light on the computations related to search-related saccadic eye-movements in visual and oculomotor salience maps, with a specific focus on transsaccadic remapping and surround suppression. Our results expand our understanding of saccadic targeting and information transfer across saccades during goal-directed free-viewing and suggest that error-processing in different sensory and response modalities show similar patterns and may be accounted for by similar models.
SK Perhimpunan Ahli Epidemiologi Indonesia Periode 2021-2026
Authors: Wahyuni Maria Magdalena Dwi
Published: August 2023

SK Perhimpunan Ahli Epidemiologi Indonesia Periode 2021-2026
Clustering using shared reference points algorithm based on a sound data model
Authors: Abbas Mohamed Ali , Shoukry Amin
Published: August 2023

A novel clustering algorithm CSHARP is presented for the purpose of finding clusters of arbitrary shapes and arbitrary densities in high-dimensional feature spaces. It can be considered as a variation of the Shared Nearest Neighbor algorithm (SNN), in which each sample data point votes for the points in its k-nearest neighborhood. Sets of points sharing a common mutual nearest neighbor are considered as dense regions/ blocks. These blocks are the seeds from which clusters may grow. Therefore, CSharp is not a point-to-point clustering algorithm. Rather, it is a block-to-block clustering technique. Much of its advantages come from these facts: Noise points and outliers correspond to blocks of small sizes, and homogeneous blocks highly overlap. The proposed technique is less likely to merge clusters of different densities or different homogeneity. The algorithm has been applied to a variety of low and high-dimensional data sets with superior results over existingtechniques such as DBScan, K-means, Chameleon, Mitosis, and Spectral Clustering. The quality of its results as well as its time complexity, rank it at the front of these techniques.
SK PERSAKMI NTT Periode 2018-2022
Authors: Wahyuni Maria Magdalena Dwi
Published: August 2023

SK PERSAKMI NTT Periode 2018-2022
Barriers and enablers to and strategies for pro-moting plasma donation: overarching protocol for three systematic reviews
Authors: Etherington Cole , Palumbo Amelia , Holloway Kelly , Meyer Samantha , Labrecque Maximillian , Rubini Kyle , Shorr Risa , Welch Vivian Andrea , Gibson Emily , Foster Terrie , Haw Jennie , Vesnaver Elisabeth , Maharshi Manavi , O'brien Sheila F , Macpherson Paul , Dogba Maman Joyce , Steed Tony , Goldman Mindy , Presseau Justin
Published: August 2023

Introduction: The growing demand for plasma protein products has caused concern in countries such as Canada, which largely relies on importing plasma products produced fr/om plasma collected in the United States. Optimizing recruitment and retention of diverse plasma donors is therefore important for supporting national donation systems that can reliably meet the most critical needs of health services. This series of three systematic reviews aims to synthesize the known barriers and enablers to source plasma donation from the qualitative and survey-based literature and identify which strategies that have shown to be effective in promoting increased intention to, and actual donation of, source plasma.Methods and analysis: Primary studies involving source or convalescent plasma donors will be included. The search strategy will capture all potentially relevant studies to each of the three reviews, creating a database of plasma donation literature. Study designs will be subsequently identified in the screening process to facilitate analysis according to the unique inclusion criteria of each review (i.e., qualitative, survey, and experimental designs). The search will be conducted in the electronic databases SCOPUS, MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Google Scholar, and CINAHL without date or language restrictions. Studies will be screened, and data will be extracted, in duplicate by two independent reviewers with disagreements resolved through consensus. Reviews 1 and 2 will draw on the Theoretical Domains Framework and Intersectionality, while Review 3 will be informed by the Behaviour Change Techniques Ontologies. Directed content analysis and framework analysis (Review 1), and descriptive and inferential syntheses (Reviews 2 and 3), will be used, including meta-analyses if appropriate. Ethics and dissemination: Ethics approval is not required for literature reviews. The findings of each review will be submitted for publication and presented at a scientific conference.
Fake misses and hidden deductions in multi-line electronic gambling machines.
Authors: Peters Jan
Published: August 2023

Structural design features such as near-misses and losses-disguised-as wins in slot machines and electronic gambling machines (EGMs) are thought to contribute to the high levels of risk associated with these gambling formats. Here I describe two further, potentially problematic, design features of EGMs. Fake misses arise from differences in symbol sizes between low- and high-value symbols, in combination with a visual “reel-extension” that makes symbols falling beyond the paylines visible. I illustrate how this leads to an increase in the proportion of high-value symbols visible to the gambler, as well as a selective increase in near-misses for high-value symbols. Hidden deductions arise from the timing of bet deduction from the player’s balance. During demo play, this happens when the spin button is pressed. But during gambling for real money, many EGMs shift the time point of bet deduction to the final part of the reel-spin phase, when maximum attention is deployed to the reels. Both design features have the potential to skew the player’s perception in a problematic manner, and warrant further investigation.
Structure and emplacement of leucogranites along the Manaslu - Himalchuli Himalaya, Nepal
Authors: Searle Mike , Cottle John
Published: August 2023

New field mapping data show that the Manaslu leucogranite (Qtz + Plag + Kfs + Ms + Tur ± Bt ± Grt) in Nepal is a composite intrusion derived from a heterogeneous migmatite melt source at depth, and made up of numerous sills parallel to the main foliation, and dipping shallowly to the north. Crustal thickening led to partial melting and formation of leucogranite melts along the top of the GHS, from earlier muscovite dehydration to later biotite dehydration melting with time. The granite was not a diapiric intrusion and does not intrude across the STD low-angle normal fault. A low-angle, north-dipping normal fault, the ductile-brittle Nar-Phu detachment wraps around the top of the Manaslu leucogranite and truncates all leucogranites in the footwall. The detachment formed the roof fault during exhumation of footwall rocks (channel flow) along the upper GHS during the early-middle Miocene. Metamorphism is also entirely regional and not contact metamorphism. U-Th/Pb monazite ages from metapelites show semi-continuous metamorphism across the GHS from ~35-15 Ma. The leucogranites were emplaced as layer-parallel sills entirely within the GHS between ~25-18.5 Ma. U-Th/Pb monazite dates from the Manaslu leucogranites suggest two major intrusion phases at 22.5 Ma (Larke-la phase) and 19.5 Ma (Bimtang phase). The sheeted sill complex was emplaced by progressive underplating with the oldest intrusions structurally above the younger ones. The migmatite melt source was likely buried further to the north. GHS rocks structurally beneath the Manaslu granite show few leucogranite dykes. Heat for granite melting was entirely internally derived radioactive heating from crustal thickening, and had no frictional heat input from the Main Central thrust >10-15 km structurally below the base of the leucogranite sheeted sill complex.
Earthquake impact on the stress magnitude at the area of shear zones
Authors: Panthi Krishna Kanta , Basnet Chhatra Bahadur
Published: August 2023

Both tectonic activity and geological environment such as faulting and shearing in the rock mass influences the in-situ stress condition in the rock mass. The large-scale earthquakes cause both accumulation and sudden release of strain energy resulting the changes on the magnitude and direction of the in-situ stresses. This is the case in the Himalayan region, where the tectonic movement is active and periodic dynamic earthquakes are common. This manuscript assesses the influence of local shear faults on the in-situ stress condition along the pressure tunnel of Upper Tamakoshi Hydroelectric Project in Nepal. For this a 3D numerical modeling is carried out to assess potential changes in the magnitude of in-situ stresses, in particular the magnitude of minimum principal stress, due to dynamic loading (earthquake).
Geological study along Sipaghat-Panchkhal-Sukute area, Kavreplanchowk and Sindhupalchowk districts, Lesser Himalaya, central Nepal
Authors: Shrestha Nishant , Thapaliya Bindu , Ulak Prakash Das
Published: August 2023

A detailed geological study has been carried out in the Lesser Himalayan rocks distributed in Panchkhal-Dolalghat- Sukute area in Kavre Palanchowk and Sindupalchowk districts. The study area belongs to Kuncha Formation of Lower Nawakot Group, Benighat Slate of Upper Nawakot Group, Nawakot Complex; Raduwa Formation, Bhaisedobhan Marble, Kalitar Formation, Chisapani Quartzite, Kulikhani Formation, and Markhu Formation of Bhimphedi Group and Tistung Formation of Phulchauki Group, Kathmandu Complex. These two complexes are separated by the Main Central Thrust (MCT). Four lithounits of the Lower Nawakot Group (i.e., Fagfog Quartzite, Dandagaon Phyllite, Nourpul Formation and Dhading Dolomite) and two lithological units (Malekhu Limestone, Robang Formation) of the Upper Nawakot Group are missing in the area. The area comprises intercalation of coarse-grained, thick bedded quartzite and gritty phyllite of Kuncha Formation, dark argillaceous slates with Jhiku Carbonate beds including sporadic amphibolite of the Benighat Slate. The Bhimphedi Group of the Kathmandu Complex comprises mainly micaceous schist, marble, metasandstone and augen gneiss whereas the Phulchauki Group comprises of metasandstone and granite. The lithological units strike NW-SE and dip towards south forming the eastern closure of the Mahabharat Synclinorium in the northern limb.
Slope stability issues of Bukula Landslide in Raghuganga Hydropower Project
Authors: Regmi Sanjeev , Dahal Ranjan Kumar
Published: August 2023

Slope stability concerns hold global significance among researchers, professionals, and academicians. Despite various research studies, geological and geotechnical investigations on landslides, there is still a lack of proper and comprehensive landslide hazard study, accurate data acquisition, and effective monitoring mechanism in Nepal. The objective of this present study is to identify the type of failure, causes and effects of landslide and possible mitigation measures of Bukula Landslide located within Raghuganga Hydropower Project in Myagdi. This landslide is a large-scale landslide that spans over 500 meters with vertical relief exceeding 300 m. Based on visual inspection, wedge, toppling, and buckling failures prevail within the landslide. The bedrock is thinly foliated and moderately jointed, while 3 m long tension cracks are observed along the foot trail across the landslide area, indicating that the slope is unstable. Notably, buckling failures are common in highly jointed bedrock with low RQD. Likewise, sheared zones/weak zones were observed within the landslide area. The geological survey, kinematic analysis and numerical simulations of the hillslope revealed that Bukula landslide was triggered by sheared rock mass and river toe cutting. To mitigate the problems caused by the landslide, proper support structure installation and drainage system design are necessary.
Kummer’s Theorems, Popular Solutions and Connecting Formulas on Hypergeometric Function
Authors: Poudel Madhav Prasad , Harsh Harsh Vardhan , Pahari Narayan Prasad , Panthi Dinesh
Published: August 2023

The hypergeometric series is an extension of the geometric series. The confluent hypergeometric function is the solution of the hypergeometric differential equation [θ(θ +b−1)−z(θ +a)]w = 0. Kummer’s first formula and Kummer’s second formula are of significant importance in solving the hypergeometric differential equations. Kummer has developed six solutions for the differential equation and twenty connecting formulas during the period of 1865-1866. Each connecting formula consist of a solution expressed as the combination of two other solutions. Recently in 2021, these solutions were extensively used by Schweizer [13] in practical problems specially in Physics. Here we extend the connecting formulas obtained by Kummer to obtain the other six solutions w1(z), w2(z), w3(z), w4(z), w5(z) and w6(z) as the combination of three solutions.
Dynamics of Almost Abelian Transcendental Semigroups
Authors: Subedi Bishnu Hari
Published: August 2023

In this article, we show that the escaping, Julia, and Fatou sets of an almost abelian transcendental semigroup of finite type coincide with escaping, Julia and Fatou sets of their respective cyclic subsemigroups
Positive Operator Frame for Hilbert C*-modules
Authors: Labrigui Hatim , Massit Hafida , Rossafi Mohamed
Published: August 2023

The work on frame theory has undergone a remarkable evolution over the last century. Several related properties have applications on many fields of mathematics, engineering, signal and image processing, informatics, medecine and probability. In order to search for new results related to the role of operators in frame theory using the characterization of the positive elements in a C∗-algebra, we introduce the concept of positive operator frame, L-positive operator frame, ∗-positive operator frame and ∗-L-positive operator frame for the set of all adjointable operators on a Hilbert C∗-module denoted End∗B(H) where L is a positive operator. Also, we give some new properties.
Sales promotion and consumer buying behavior for FMCGs in Kathmandu
Authors: Rai Bharat , Bhandari Dila Ram
Published: August 2023

The objective of the research was to identify the factors influencing buying behavior of consumers on fast-moving consumer goods in Kathmandu. The independent variables to measure consumer buying behavior are taken free samples, price discounts, and “buy one get one free” on FMCGs buying. The study used positivist epistemology with predetermined hypotheses and a deductive approach with a single ontological foundation. The study used a quantitative method. To obtain the primary data, a questionnaire which was based on a 7-point Likert scale was utilized. The population for this study was comprised of customers of fast-moving consumer goods and a sample size of 395 was used. In this study, a convenient sampling technique and a causal- comparative research design were used. Multiple regression analysis was used to identify the effect of free samples, price discounts, and “buy one get one free” on consumer behavior. The result of regression analysis found that price discounts and free samples had a significant effect on buying behavior of consumers. In contrast, the buy one gets one free has not significantly affected consumer buying behavior on FMCGs. The results provide future scholars and business people with a road map to view the emerging context of market development.
Share price behavior of Nepalese insurance companies
Authors: Khadka Ajaya Kumar , Khadka Srijana
Published: August 2023

This research explores the influencing factors of market share price behavior in the Nepalese insurance business. The study focuses on four insurance firms and utilizes a purposive sample approach, yielding a dataset of 40 observations. The research investigates the correlations between significant factors such as dividend payout ratio (DPR), Earnings per share (EPS), price–earnings ratio (PER), dividend per share (DPS), and market price per share (MPS). The data show strong relationships between these characteristics and the MPS. The DPR and MPS have a negative connection, indicating that increased dividend distributions may lead to lower market prices. Positive correlations, on the other hand, are discovered among EPS, PER, DPR, and MPS, indicating that investors appreciate firms with greater profitability, growth prospects, and dividend payments. The research adds to the knowledge of share price behavior in Nepalese insurance firms. However, it is crucial to note that the findings are based on small sample size and may not apply to other sectors or countries. To fully understand the factors determining market pricing, future research should investigate increasing the sample size and including longitudinal approaches. These results have practical ramifications for investors, insurers, and politicians. Understanding share price behavior allows stakeholders to make educated choices about investment strategies, financial performance assessment, and policy creation to improve economic performance and shareholder value in Nepal's insurance business.
The liquidity paradox in Nepalese banks
Authors: Karki Dipendra
Published: August 2023

This study analyzes the influence of bank-specific and macroeconomic variables on liquidity in commercial banks in Nepal. Using pooled cross - sectional data from ten sample banks for the period 2011/12 to 2016/17, with sixty observations, the study employs a causal-comparative and descriptive research design as its methodology. The study concludes that bank-specific and macroeconomic variables significantly affect the liquidity in Nepalese banks, with different effects observed for public sector banks, joint ventures, and domestic private banks. This study finds that the capital adequacy ratio, bank size, and return on assets are the key determinants of bank liquidity. The findings suggest that the capital adequacy ratio positively impacts the liquidity of all types of banks in Nepal. However, the liquidity of all banks is adversely affected by the return on assets. Additionally, bank size negatively affects the liquid assets to total assets ratios of all types of banks, indicating that larger banks have lower liquidity ratios. The liquid assets to deposits ratio has a positive impact on public banks' liquidity but a negative effect on joint venture and private banks' liquidity in Nepal. These findings have significant implications for policymakers, regulators, and bank managers in Nepal to ensure effective liquidity management.
Analisis Penentuan Kelayakan Penerimaan Bantuan Sosial Covid-19 Menggunakan Metode Algoritma C4.5
Authors: Rahmaulia Dini Hafshah , Muryani Sri
Published: August 2023

Abstrak  - Awal tahun 2020 dunia dihebohkan dengan sebuah peristiwa luar biasa. Seiring dengan penyebaran virus misterius yang  kemudian dikenal dengan nama coronavirus atau dalam istilah ilmiah medisnya disebut virus corona disease 2019. Penyebaran virus ini sangat cepat dan meluas ke sejumlah negara termasuk Negara Kesatuan Republik Indonesia. Guna mencegah krisis ekonomi maka pemerintah memberikan stimulus kepada masyarakat yang terdampak berupa bantuan sosial uang tunai maupun non tunai. Pemerintah sudah mempersiapkan akan memberikan bantuan khususnya bagi masyarakat yang terpapar covid-19 guna meminimalisir pengeluaran masyarakat dimasa pandemi. Proses seleksi penerima bantuan sosial covid-19 di Kantor Kelurahan Pekayon Jaya memiliki kendala dalam mengidentifikasi calon penerima. Berkas-berkas warga akan diperiksa dan mereka berhak menerima bantuan ini akan diseleksi sesuai kriteria yang ditentukan di bagian sosial. Variabel yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan penelitian antara lain kondisi rumah, jumlah tanggungan, aset, jenis lantai bangunan, dan penghasilan. Penelitian menggunakan metode algoritma C4.5 dan pengujian metode untuk menentukan nilai akurasi menggunakan software Rapidminer. Dengan adanya penelitian analisis penentuan ini diharapkan bantuan social covid-19 didaerah Pekayon Jaya, Bekasi bisa tepat sasaran kepada masyarakat yang layak mendapatkannya.Kata Kunci: Analisis Kelayakan, Bantuan Sosial Covid-19, Algoritma C4.5 Abstract  - At the beginning of 2020 the world was shocked by an extraordinary event. Along with the spread of the mysterious virus which became known as the coronavirus or in medical scientific terms it is called the 2019 corona virus disease. The spread of this virus is very fast and has spread to a number of countries including the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia. In order to prevent an economic crisis, the government provides a stimulus to the affected community in the form of cash and non-cash social assistance. The government has prepared to provide assistance, especially for people exposed to COVID-19 in order to minimize public spending during the pandemic. The selection process for recipients of COVID-19 social assistance at the Pekayon Jaya Village Office had problems in identifying potential recipients. Citizens' files will be checked and those entitled to receive this assistance will be selected according to the criteria specified in the social section. Variables that suit the research needs include the condition of the house, number of dependents, assets, type of building floor, and income. The research uses the C4.5 algorithm and method testing to determine the accuracy value using Rapidminer software. With this determination analysis research, it is hoped that the Covid-19 social assistance in the Pekayon Jaya area can be right for the people who deserve it.Keywords: Feasibility Analysis, Covid-19 Social Assistance, C4.5 Algorithm
Sistem Inventory Koperasi Sekolah Berbasis Web
Authors: Septiani Minda , Sofica Verra , Hasan Noor
Published: August 2023

Koperasi adalah organisasi bisnis untuk kepentingan bersama dengan asas kekeluargaan. Koperasi sekolah adalah koperasi yang didirikan di lingkungan sekolah dan anggotanya terdiri atas siswa sekolah yang bersangkutan. Koperasi sekolah secara umum mempunyai tujuan menunjang pendidikan siswa dan melatih siswa unuk berkoperasi. Koperasi sekolah memiliki manfaat dalam pengadaan alat yang digunakan untuk kebutuhan sekolah bagi para siswa dengan harga terjangkau. Jenis kegiatan usahanya biasanya usaha penjualan barang, oleh karena itu penulis melakukan pembuatan sistem inventory koperasi sekolah berbasis web agar memudahkan dalam pencatatan menjual dan membeli barang-barang yang dibutuhkan. Sistem inventory merupakan suatu sistem untuk mengetahui persediaan stok barang pada suatu tempat. Sistem inventory dapat menghilangkan resiko keterlambatan dan dapat memenuhi kebutuhan serta menjaga agar koperasi tidak mengalami kehabisan persediaan. Penulis melakukan inventory berbasis web menggunakan framework laravel dengan database phpmyadmin. Laravel adalah pemrograman PHP dengan kode terbuka (open source) dengan konsep desain model view controller (MVC) yang digunakan untuk mengembangkan sistem informasi berbasis web.A cooperative is a business organization for the common good with the principle of kinship. A school cooperative is a cooperative established in a school environment and its members consist of students of the school concerned. School cooperatives in general have the aim of supporting student education and training students to cooperate. School cooperatives have benefits in procuring tools used for school needs for students at affordable prices. The type of business activity is usually the business of selling goods, therefore the author makes a web-based school cooperative inventory system to make it easier to record selling and buying items needed. The inventory system is a system for knowing the inventory of stock items in a place. The inventory system can eliminate the risk of delays and can meet the needs and keep the cooperative from running out of inventory. The author conducts a web-based inventory using the Laravel framework with the phpmyadmin database. Laravel is PHP programming with open code (open source) with the model view controller (MVC) design concept used to develop web-based information systems.
Analisis Sistem Informasi Inventory Menggunakan Metode Single Moving Averange Pada PT. Inkolanggeng Makmur Jakarta
Authors: Safitri Betaria , Gustina Savira Dwi , Abdillah Reynaldi , Fridayanthie Eka Wulansari , Permana Rifky
Published: August 2023

Abstracts - With the advancement of information technology, the need for fast, accurate, and precise information access has become increasingly crucial. Therefore, companies must have efficient computerized systems to support their business processes. The issue at PT. INKOLANGGENG MAKMUR in the warehouse department is that the recording of incoming and outgoing goods is still done manually, which is time-consuming and prone to errors. By using an inventory system, users have the ability to organize and control the necessary information. For example, they can view, add, store, modify, and delete data. Additionally, this system can also predict the quantity of goods needed to be purchased for the next period and control the activities of expenditure and receipt of goods. The author utilizes the single moving average method to facilitate forecasting regarding stock inventory.