bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cross-country vehicle department
Authors: Mukhametzyanov R. G. , Doldo N. M. , Danilov R. G. , Malkin M. A.
Published: June 2024

Introduction (problem statement and relevance). Ensuring transport accessibility of the furtherflung regions of Russia is a relevant and important task of the automotive industry. The Northern and North-East regions of Siberia and the Far East make up about 60% of the territory of Russia, or ca. 14 million km2, and are characterized by severe natural and climatic conditions. Nearly 80% of these territories, namely 11.1 million km2, are occupied by years long permafrost, and about 2.1 million km2 are occupied by tundra, with 30–40% thereof being swamps. Swampiness of the oil-and-gas-bearing forested areas of Western Siberia comes up to 50–70%. The depth of snow cover in North-West Russia reaches 1–1.5 m. There is a great variance in duration of snow cover, its nature and properties among different regions of the country. In the absence of any extensive network of paved roads, which is especially characteristic of Siberia and the Far East, an important parameter of vehicles is their passability, or off-road performance. To develop the territory of Siberia, Altai, the Far East and the Far North, as well as to solve the issues of energy and economic security of the country, there is a need for vehicles having high passability in a wide range of operational conditions. The article studies theoretical and practical approaches and results of research conducted by NAMI Cross-Country Vehicle Department (CCV Department) in order to create cross-country off-road vehicles, amphibious vehicles, snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles.

The purpose of the study is to analyze the approaches and methods used by the CCV Department when creating cross-country vehicles for severe driving conditions (deep snow, water, swamp, sand, dirt soaked roads).

Methodology and research methods. The article presents analysis of results of theoretical and practical experiments in terms of driving vehicles with wheel, pneumatic-roller and track running gears in different road conditions and off-road.

Scientific novelty and results. The article offers solutions, methods and recommendations for selection of optimal types and kinds of running gears for operation under specific running conditions, as well as reliable design and engineering solutions proven by practical implementation of successful projects.

Practical significance. Confirming the ability and capabilities of the Russian science and engineering school by informing the new generation of engineers about the achievements and successful projects of NAMI CCV Department on creation of wheeled and tracked vehicles intended for driving in various road conditions and off-road, as well as about the theoretical and practical methods applied when implementing them.
Modern solutions to improve economic and environmental characteristics of motor vehicles
Authors: Azarov V. K. , Nazarov F. L. , Kutenev V. F.
Published: June 2024

Introduction (problem statement and relevance). Improvements of designs and performance indicators of internal combustion engines (ICEs) and motor vehicles (MVs) are constantly ongoing. Modern vehicle ICEs comply with the UN Regulations. However, an important task is to extend the ICE service life while increasing the maintenance intervals, and to significantly reduce the total particulate matter (PM) emissions into the atmosphere caused by MV operation and containing invisible cancerogenic compounds especially dangerous to the health of the population.

The purpose of the study is to determine the root causes influencing the maintenance intervals with respect to the engine oil ageing indicators.

Methodology and research methods. The study included analysis of cancerogenic PM emissions with ICE crankcase gases and their possible influence on oil ageing decreasing the maintenance intervals. Scientific novelty and results. The study determined and assessed the level of total emissions of cancerogenic PM from various vehicle units: from the engine, from brake pad wear, from tyre wear, as well as emissions from uncontrollable wear of asphalt-concrete and gravel roadway.

Practical significance. The results obtained regarding emissions of cancerogenic PM of various origin during long-term operation of motor vehicles prove low environmental efficiency of the recommendations given in the Paris Climate Accords (2015) concerning replacement of modern ICEs with electric drive power trains and replacement of conventional fuels with hydrogen. Since the main dangerous sources of urban atmosphere pollution that are dangerous to the health of the urban population still remain the same – namely, the products of asphalt-concrete, gravel roadway and tyre wear, which today make 80% of total PM emissions. Recommendations on double reduction of emissions of PM with cancerogenic substances dangerous to the health of the population have been developed.
EDUCATION AS A SOCIAL RIGHT
Authors: Da Silva Candeia Acilina
Published: June 2024

This work aims to analyze the inclusion of autistic people in regular schools. The importance of this work is to make people more interested in the school inclusion of people with autism spectrum disorder, taking into account legislation and the principle of equality, bearing in mind that the same does not only happen in isolated cases , but also in everyday life, living with people with some type of disability, whatever it may be, as we have to learn to deal with inclusion naturally. To this end, he used bibliographical and documentary research based on the analysis of doctrine, scientific articles published in periodicals and legislation applied to the topic. The approach method used was deductive since the chain of calculation used was descending, that is, the challenges and protection of people with disabilities were analyzed in a generalized way and then treated in a particular way with school inclusion. of a person with autism spectrum disorder. It is concluded that the Brazilian Federal Constitution of 1988 was responsible for institutionalizing fundamental rights and guarantees in an innovative way, being a pioneer in confirming these prerogatives to all citizens, whether they are people with disabilities or not. Thus, access to regular education, which allows contact with other children, enabling inclusion in classrooms with trained professionals, is a right for every person with a disability, such as those with ASD. In this way, inclusive education is a right guaranteed by the Federal Constitution, by infra-constitutional legislation and, above all, by the principle of equality.
THE IMPACT OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND DIGITAL LITERACY ON INNOVATION CAPABILITY: MEDIATING ROLE OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE FOR INNOVATION
Authors: Liaqat Mohammad Mohsen , Rehman Sana-Ur- , Ullah Hafiz Ahmed
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this research is to investigate the effects of transformational leadership & digital literacy of leaders on innovation capacity of organization while considering mediating effect of organizational culture for innovation. The data were collected from the sample of manufacturing SME’s leaders and employees using a structural equation modeling (SEM) technique. The study finds that transformational leadership & digital literacy positively influence the innovation capability. Nevertheless, organizational culture for innovation was determined to mediate this relationship and to enhance diverse effects of transformational leadership & digital literacy on innovation outcomes. These observations focus the need for refining organizational culture that supports creativity and innovation, and enhancing leadership skills and digital literacy of leaders for organizational innovation. This study adds to existing literature on leadership, digital literacy, organizational culture & innovation capability, providing guidance for managers and policymakers about the research issues so as to enhance innovation efforts within their organizations toward desired success.
THE EFFECT OF MICROFINANCE BANK LOAN ON PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN NIGERIA
Authors: Adewale Abass Adekunle , Adeyemo Abass Adedolapo
Published: June 2024

This paper evaluates the impact of microfinance bank loans on small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Osun State, Nigeria. The SMEs encounter major difficulties when trying to obtain financing, which hampers their growth and contributions to the economy. Microfinance banks are crucial as they provide essential financial services tailored for SMEs, facilitating economic growth. A descriptive survey design was used so as to collect data from 150 randomly selected SME operators across various sectors in the Osun State. The findings show that microfinance loans significantly enhance SME performance leading to increased productivity, employment, and business expansion. However, high-interest rates & stringent loan conditions present substantial challenges that hinder optimal loan utilization. Study concludes that while microfinance bank loans positively influence SME growth, addressing these barriers could improve effectiveness & sustainability in SMEs. Enhancing loan terms could boost microfinance banks role in fostering long-term economic improvement in the region. This study empirically links the microfinance bank loans to SME performance, contributing to the literature on SME financing and economic development in Nigeria.
AN INVESTIGATION ON IMPACT OF TRADE OPENNESS & BUDGET DEFICIT ON PAKISTAN'S PUBLIC DEBT: ARDL APPROACH TO COINTEGRATION
Authors: Zaffar Khalid Mahmood , Saleem Kashif
Published: June 2024

In this empirical research, the purpose was to investigate the impact of trade openness and budget deficits on public debt in Pakistan. In this regard, data was examined spanning from 1975 to 2020. To map both long-run and short -run interactions, we used the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) method of co-integration along with ECM approaches. The results show that variables such as public debt, budget deficit, trade openness, and inflation have long- and short-term co-integration. Also, trade openness’s coefficient’s negative sign with value of -0.759 confirms negative relationship between public debt, trade openness and shows that a 1% upsurge in trade openness will bring a 75.9% decrease in public debt’s growth in Pakistan. While budget deficit and inflation both possess a positive sign of coefficients and a positive link with public debt, the coefficient of budget deficit is 0.498, which depicts that a 1% escalation in budget deficit will lead to a rise in public debt of 49.8 percent. In conclusion, Pakistan's national debt is rising due to budget deficit & inflation, but it is falling due to trade openness. To reduce budget deficit, government should balance domestic & external debt so as to sustain desired position. So, it is suggested the government actively trade internationally to minimize the public debt.
Assessment of spatiotemporal changes in indicators of the radioecological state of soils in the observation zone of the Rostov NPP
Authors:   Southern Federal University, Ivankov Dmitriy , Buraeva Elena , Minkina Tatyana
Published: June 2024

The paper presents the results of a study of long-term (from 2003 to 2021) measurements of the specific activity of natural (226Ra, 232Th, 40K) radionuclides and artificial 137Cs in surface soil samples and soil profiles, including the dependence of the specific activity of radionuclides on some soil properties (content organic matter, pH level) in the observation zone of the Rostov NPP. In accordance with the requirements of radioecological monitoring, the study of the state of terrestrial ecosystems was carried out considering landscape-geochemical and climatic conditions in control plots with Haplic Kastanozems, Gleyic Kastanozems, Endosalic Kastanozems and Umbric Fluvisols soils laid out in the study region in 1999–2000 as part of pre-start monitoring of the Rostov NPP. It has been shown that there is a decrease in the specific activity of 226Ra in all studied soil types. A regular redistribution along the profile of artificial 137Cs in the Gleyic Kastanozems soil was revealed. There is no redistribution of natural radionuclides (226Ra, 232Th, 40K) in soil profiles over time. The minimum specific activity of radionuclides is recorded in Umbric Fluvisols soil located in the floodplain of the Don River. A linear dependence of the specific activity of 137Cs on pH and humus was established (r=0.62 and 0.88, respectively). Keywords: RADIOECOLOGICAL MONITORING, ROSTOV NPP, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL RADIONUCLIDES, ORGANIC MATTER, pH
Significancia clínica y significancia estadística. ¿Qué es más significativo?
Authors: Yohannessen Vásquez Karla , Alvarado Orellana Sergio , Vergara Villarroel Valentina
Published: June 2024

Una de las dificultades más comunes que enfrentan los lectores de artículos del área de la biomedicina y epidemiología es la interpretación del término “significativo”. El término “estadísticamente significativo” a menudo se malinterpreta como un resultado “clínicamente significativo”. La confusión surge del hecho de que muchas personas equiparan “significativo” con su significado literal de “importante”, sin embargo, la significación estadística cuantifica la probabilidad de que los resultados de un estudio se deban al azar, mientras que la significancia clínica refleja la importancia práctica o relevancia en el contexto de la atención médica o práctica clínica. Este artículo aborda la diferencia entre la significación estadística y la relevancia o importancia clínica en la interpretación de los resultados de una investigación biomédica.
Hemoptisis asociada a maniobra de valsalva secundaria a malformación arteriovenosa pulmonar rota en paciente con cirugía de Fontan. Revisión a propósito de un caso
Authors: Uherek Peters Alexandra , Salinas Mohr Natalia , Díaz Hernández Giovanni , Conejeros Mariangel Pablo , Fuentes Gutiérrez Carmen , Gómez Barrios Andrea
Published: June 2024

Se presenta un caso poco frecuente de hemoptisis en un paciente adolescente con cirugía de Fontan, causada por el sangrado de una malformación arteriovenosa pulmonar (MAVP), tras la práctica de un instrumento de viento (saxofón). El paciente se estudió con angiografía y se realizó cierre percutáneo, consiguiendo posteriormente mejoría clínica y evitando la aparición de nuevos episodios de hemoptisis. Actualmente existe escasa literatura que reporte casos de hemoptisis en pacientes con cirugía de Fontan y ningún caso publicado en relación a gatillantes relacionados a las maniobras de valsalva; como la generada al practicar instrumentos de viento. Por esta razón, se decide publicar este caso clínico en pro de generar mayores conocimientos en este grupo de pacientes con cardiopatías congénitas operadas con procedimientos paliativos como es la cirugía de Fontan.
AS ATIVIDADES EXPERIMENTAIS NO ENSINO DE CIÊNCIAS: REFLEXÕES INICIAIS
Authors: De Paula Roberto Adonias , Pires Pierre André Garcia , Coelho Euricléia Gomes
Published: June 2024

This article aims to discuss the texts worked in the subject Experimentation in Science Teaching of the Postgraduate Professional Master’s Degree Course in Science and Mathematics Teaching (MPECIM) of the Federal University of Acre (UFAC) that address issues related to experimental activities in science teaching and its contributions to teaching learning and to scientific knowledge. It is a bibliographical approach based on the texts referenced in the discipline. At first I describe science teaching in the current context, then I seek to bring reflections on the importance of experimental activities in the construction of scientific knowledge and their contributions to teaching learning in an attractive and playful way for students, based on the problematization of the situation real and everyday.
İlahiyat Fakültesi Öğrencilerinin Epistemolojik İnançları ve Akademik Erteleme Durumlarının İncelenmesi
Authors: Tuna Afra Nur , Osmanoğlu Cemil
Published: June 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı İlahiyat Fakültesi öğrencilerinin epistemolojik inançları ve akademik erteleme durumlarını incelemektir. Araştırmada İlahiyat Fakültesi öğrencilerinin epistemolojik inançları ve akademik erteleme durumları cinsiyet, sınıf, mezun olunan ortaöğretim kurumu ve öğretim durumu değişkenleri açısından incelenmiştir. Ayrıca katılımcıların epistemolojik inançları ile akademik erteleme durumları arasındaki ilişki de irdelenmiştir. Araştırmada ilişkisel tarama modeli benimsenmiştir. Verilerin toplanmasında Deryakulu ve Büyüköztürk tarafından Türk kültürüne uyarlanan ‘Epistemolojik İnanç Ölçeği’ ile Çakıcı tarafından geliştirilen ‘Akademik Erteleme Ölçeği’ kullanılmıştır. Çalışmanın örneklemini Türkiye’de farklı İlahiyat Fakültelerine devam eden öğrenciler arasından kolay erişilebilir örneklem tekniğiyle seçilen 357 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Verilerin analizinde SPSS 27 programı kullanılmıştır. Katılımcıların ölçeklerden aldıkları puan ortalamalarını karşılaştırmak üzere ikili gruplarda Bağımsız Örneklemler t Testi, ikiden çok grupta Tek Yönlü Varyans Analizi testi kullanılmıştır. Çoklu gruplarda farklılaşmaların kaynağını tespit etmek amacıyla post hoc testlerinden LSD kullanılmıştır. Ölçek puanları arasındaki ilişkilere Pearson Korelasyon Analizi ile bakılmıştır. Tüm analizlerde .05 anlamlılık düzeyi olarak kabul edilmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda katılımcıların Epistemolojik İnanç Ölçeği’nde en yüksek ortalamayı “Tek Bir Doğrunun Var Olduğuna İnanç” alt boyutunda, en düşük ortalamayı “Öğrenmenin Çabaya Bağlı Olduğuna İnanç” alt boyutunda elde ettikleri görülmüştür. Ölçekler ile ölçek alt boyut puanlarında cinsiyet, sınıf, mezun olunan ortaöğretim kurumu ve öğretim durumu değişkenleri açısından anlamlı bir farklılaşma gözlenmemiştir. Araştırmada, epistemolojik inanç alt boyutları ile akademik erteleme olgusu arasında negatif yönde, zayıf fakat anlamlı ilişkiler bulgulanmıştır. Bu sonuç, epistemolojik inançlarda güçlenme arttıkça akademik erteleme eğiliminin azalabildiği şeklinde yorumlanmıştır. Eğitim sürecinde, öğrencilerin öğrenmeye dönük kişisel ilgi ve çabaları geliştirilirse akademik erteleme eğilimleri azalabilir.
Feminist Teolojinin Eril Tanrı Eleştirisi Bağlamında Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: Özketen Çatalkaya Şerife
Published: June 2024

Bu çalışmada Feminist teologların Yahudilik ve Hıristiyanlıkta var olduğunu iddia ettikleri eril Tanrı anlayışına yönelik getirdikleri eleştiriler ve bunların tutarlılığı objektif bir biçimde ele alınacaktır. Ayrıca Yahudilik ve Hristiyanlıkta ataerkil ve toplumsal baskılardan dolayı oluşan, teolojiye atfedilmiş kadın karşıtı görüşler ve ortaya çıkardıkları sonuçlar araştırılmaktadır. Eleştirel, yorumlayıcı ve bütüncül yöntemler perspektifinde analizlerden faydalanılarak bir bağlam oluşturulmaya gayret gösterdiğimiz bu makalede, Feminist teologların iddia ettiği gibi Yahudilik ve Hıristiyanlık dinlerinin erkeklerin tekelinde olup/olmadığı, bu konuda ataerkil zihniyetin baskınlığı iddiası, din dilinin daima erkekler tarafından kullanıldığı gibi meseleler incelenmiş, bu sorulara yanıtlar aranmıştır. Bunun yanı sıra cinsiyet rolleri konusunda farklı öğretilerin mevcudiyeti, günümüzde birçok toplumda kadın-erkek rollerinin eşitliği üzerine odaklanan tartışmalar, Yahudilik ve Hıristiyanlığın kadın ve erkek rollerine geliştirdiği tanımlar üzerinde durulmuştur. Bu perspektifte Feminist teoloji, genellikle dini metinlerin cinsiyetle ilişkilendirilmesi, kadının da teolojik alanda söz sahibi olmasını vurgulamaktadır. Feminist teoloji, bu düşüncenin Yahudilik ve Hıristiyanlıkta var olduğu savını, eril Tanrı anlayışına ve erkek egemen zihniyetine getirdiği birtakım argümanlarla eleştirmektedir. Feminist teolojinin amacı özellikle de teolojik alanda kadınlar için oluşturulmuş genellemeleri ortadan kaldırmaktır. Ayrıca Feminist teoloji, kadınların da erkekler gibi teolojik alanda söz sahibi olduklarını ortaya koyma düşüncesindedir. Feminist teoloji, cinsiyet konularını dini alanda inceleyen ve eleştiren bir tür disiplindir. Bu disiplin, geleneksel olarak eril bir bakış açısıyla yorumlanmış olan dini metinleri ve uygulamaları yeniden ele alarak bir eleştiriye tâbi tutmaktadır. Feminist teologlar, çağlar boyu, nesilden nesile aktarılan teolojik öğretilerin tek bir cinse isnat edilmesini eleştirmektedir. Feminist teolojinin amacı, dini deneyimi ve inancı cinsiyet eşitliği ve adaleti temel alarak yeniden şekillendirmektir. Bu disiplin, geleneksel olarak erkek egemen olarak kabul edilen dini doktrinleri, metinleri ve uygulamaları eleştirel bir bakış açısıyla değerlendirmektedir. Bu bağlamda mevcut uygulamaların değişmesini temenni etmektedir. Dinin cinsiyet alanında önemli bir role sahip olan feminist teoloji, daha adil ve eşitlikçi bir yapıya doğru ilerlemeye katkı sağlamakta ve kadınların dini alanda daha fazla görünürlük ve etki alanı elde etmelerini desteklemektedir. Cinsiyet ve dini konular arasındaki ilişkileri daha derinlemesine anlamak ve toplumda daha adil bir yapı oluşturmak için önemli bir katkı sağlamaktadır. Bu makalede de Feminist teolojinin ele aldığı sorunlar, bunların çözümleri ve Eril tanrı anlayışına yönelik eleştirileri ele alınacaktır.
Unveiling Linguistic Awareness: A Narrative Inquiry Into A Teacher’s Experiences In EFL Classrooms
Authors: Setyaningsih Bernadeta
Published: June 2024

Language is used in our daily interactions to fulfil many different goals such as communicating information, ideas, beliefs, emotions and attitudes to one another orally or writtenly. To ensure the language is perceived appropriately, language learners should know about a language,  how it is learned, how it is used, in order to achieve some purpose or solve some problems in communication. Applied linguistics in language teaching will help learners to deal with solving or at least ameliorating social or communicative problems involving language. This study aimed to explore the  awareness of incorporating linguistics knowledge in EFL classrooms.  The central issues of this study are challenges and strategies employed by the teacher to deal linguistics errors which appeared upon teaching listening in the classroom The study applied a narrative inquiry. The findings revealed that linguistics knowledge incorporated by teachers during the classroom learning were desperately needed to help students in understanding the tasks given and to facilitate students in communicating their ideas orally or writtenly.
The Greening of Dutch Protestant Christianity (1960-2020)
Authors: Onnekink David , Ros Suzanne
Published: June 2024

In this article we research attitudes and activities within Dutch Protestantism dealing with the environment between 1960 and 2020. We position the article in recent debates on the ambivalent relationship between Christianity and environmentalism. By examining newspapers, reports of Protestant NGOs and public surveys, we establish that Dutch Protestant Christianity is becoming more environmentally conscious. We propose that this process of greening developed in four historical phases. We explain the drivers for this process, which are found to be rooted in private faith, secular developments and the developing climate crisis rather than in church policy.
Instrument for the assessment of the performance of nursing professionals in primary health care: arterial hypertension
Authors: Tutasig Vargas Maritza Elizabeth , López Pérez Grace Pamela
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Blood hypertension (HTA) is a disorder in which blood vessels persistently have high blood pressure and affects more than 1280 million adults in the world. Objective: Design and measure the reliability of an instrument to evaluate the performance of nursing professionals in primary health care: arterial hypertension Method: Quantitative approach, experimental design, descriptive and transversal. Development of an instrument to determine its reliability and validity of content. The sample used for the evaluation of internal reliability was composed of 10 patients diagnosed with arterial hypertension who are treated in health centers in zone 3 belonging to the province of Cotopaxi of Salcedo canton who agreed to collaborate with the investigation, check the comprehension of the questions and the operation of the instrument. Internal consistency was determined by calculating Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient. Results: Experts on the topic of arterial hypertension evaluated the relevance, relevance, and clarity of the 20 items divided into 4 dimensions, qualifying them as applicable. The internal consistency of Cronbach’s Alpha was 0.96, which shows that the formulation of the items is reasonable, satisfactorily defined and is adequate in the presence of the questionnaire. Conclusions. The results obtained to evaluate the instrument and the application of the pilot were adequate. This instrument is valid and reliable, which justifies its use in research. The instrument is easy and quick to apply, allowing to know the perception of hypertensive patients about the care received by the nursing staff in the PHC.
Sistem Pendukung Keputusan Penentuan Penerima Beasiswa Cendikia Baznas(BCB)Kota Dumai Menggunakan Metode Combined Compromise Solution (CoCoSo)
Authors: Sarah Zulvianty  , Tri Handayani  , Ari Sellyana
Published: June 2024

The National Zakat Amil Agency (BAZNAS) is an official body formed by the government based on the Decree of the President of the Republic of Indonesia which has the task and function of collecting and distributing zakat, infaq and alms at the national level. The Cendikia Baznas Scholarship (BCB) Dumai City is one of the Dumai Smart programs which is intended for prospective and underprivileged students from Dumai City who will study at the Tazkia Bogor Islamic Institute (IAI) with all costs borne by Baznas Dumai City. Dumai City Baznas always provides BCB scholarships with a quota of five people who will be selected to undertake 4 years of education at IAI Tazkia Bogor. The selection of BCB scholarship recipients is based on several criteria such as grade transcripts, parents' income, registration form, parental approval letter, achievements, school recommendation letters, certificates of incapacity, participation in organizations, academic tests, and writing the essay "Me in 2030 ”. These criteria will show their eligibility as a BCB scholarship recipient. Currently, there is no computerized calculation process that uses unclear decision-making methods and reporting processes in selecting the BCB scholarship, so it is considered inappropriate. Therefore, we need a system using the CoCoSo method to rank the names of prospective students who will be selected as BCB Dumai City scholarship recipients, with the final result being alternative A37 in the name of Elli Suryati which has the highest optimization value, namely 1.4593, which is the best alternative. Becoming a BCB scholarship recipient is followed by the next four alternatives, namely alternative A44 with the name Bayu Alfi Putra, Alternative A38 named Deswandi Saputra, Alternative A23 named Naufal Hakim, and Alternative A25 named Van Halen.
Aplikasi Edukasi Tematik Tumbuhan Pada TK Bunda Kreatif Kota Dumai Berbasis Android
Authors: Jihan Jihan Viyona , Yuliati Tri , Sellyana Ari
Published: June 2024

TK Bunda Kreatif merupakan jenjang pendidikan anak usia dini (usia 6 tahun atau dibawahnya) dalam bentuk pendidikan formal yang berlokasi di Jaya Mukti, Jl. Bandes, Tj. Palas, Dumai Timur, Kota Dumai, Riau. TK Bunda Kreatif telah menggunakan buku tematik Pintar Belajar dimana guru menggunakan buku yang membahas satu tema sebagai fokus dari kegiatan pembelajaran. Untuk memudahkan pemahaman anak dalam proses belajar mengajar, maka dibutuhkan media tematik agar pembelajaran tersebut lebih nyata dan menarik minat sehingga pelajaran lebih mudah dicerna oleh anak. Berkaitan dengan permasalahan tersebut, maka diperlukan media pembelajaran agar dapat menyampaiakan informasi secara optimal dalam pembelajaran tematik ini. Penelitian dirancang menjadi media edukasi berupa aplikasi berbasis video animasi 2d dan dibuat lebih menarik untuk menambah minat murid dalam belajar. Metode pengembangan sistem yang digunakan adalah Multimedia Development Life Cycle (MDLC). Media pembelajaran ini terdiri dari beberapa materi yaitu Tanaman Obat, Tanaman Bunga, Tanaman Buah dan Tanaman Sayur yang dibuat semenarik mungkin sehingga dapat menarik minat Taman Kanak-Kanak dalam mempelajari penjelasan dan jenis tanaman serta bersifat menghibur dalam kegiatan dan rutinitas proses belajar mereka sehari-hari.
Morphometric and Principal Component Analysis Based Approaches for Prioritization of Rupnagar Watershed of Punjab, India
Authors: DAHIPHALE PRAVIN , Kewat Sourabh , Sahoo Sashikanta
Published: June 2024

Land with undulating topography, high rainfall intensity and less vegetative cover, like that in Kandi region of Punjab, India, is prone to severe soil erosion. It is necessary to prioritize different zones/portions of such land to implement soil conservation measures. In this study, 10 sub-watersheds of Rupnagar watershed were delineated for morphometric analysis and prioritized for implementation of soil conservation measures. Linear, areal, relief and shape parameters of the sub-watersheds were estimated and utilized for sub-watersheds’ prioritization by employing morphometric and principal component analysis (PCA)-based approaches. The results showed that the mean bifurcation ratio varied from 1.61 to 3.63, suggesting that sub-watersheds belonged to normal basin category. Drainage density varied from 2.24 to 3.035 km km-2. The sub-watersheds SW-8, SW-9, and SW-1 had highest value of drainage density indicating lower infiltration rates and higher surface flow velocity often leading to a high sediment yield and high flood peaks. The low values of drainage density indicated that permeable subsoil material and sites were favourable for groundwater recharge. In PCA-based approach, parameters such as relative relief, relief ratio, channel gradient, and Melton ruggedness number were found strongly correlated, whereas stream frequency was moderately correlated in the rotated first factor-loading matrix for the first principal component. The second principal component was found strongly  correlated  with  elongation  ratio  and  form  factor.  In  morphometric  approach,  sub-watersheds SW-1, SW-3 and SW-2 got the first three ranks, which were similar to priority ranks assigned in case of PCA-based approach. The sub-watershed SW-1 got a common rank by both the approaches indicating towards high vulnerability to soil erosion. Appropriate soil conservation measures are required to be implemented at priority in this sub-watershed and alike. Last priority rank was assigned to sub-watershed SW-8 by both the approaches. The results of this study would help in implementing soil conservation measures in highly prioritized sub-watersheds
Energy Input-Output Analysis for Onion Production in Major Onion Growing Areas of Karnataka State
Authors: RATHINAKUMARI A CAROLIN , G SENTHIL KUMARAN  , Venu, S.A  , Ashok Suraj  , A.R Murugesh Huchagoudar  , Surendra, A.R.
Published: June 2024

Energy  and  agricultural  production  are  interlinked.  Crop  cultivation  process  involves  energy  use  as  well  as  energy  production.  A  study  was  thus  carried  out  to  estimate  theenergy input and output for onion cultivation in Karnataka State of India. Onion is an agricultural  produce  found  in  almost  every  household  in  India.    Farm  operations  in  onion  cultivation  include  land  preparation,  sowing,  manure  and  fertilizer  application,  plant protection, irrigation, harvesting, detopping and grading. Data for this study was collected through a structured survey schedule and converted into the respective energy equivalents.  Energy parameters in terms of direct energy (included men, women, tractor, diesel, and electricity), indirect energy (included seed, fertilizer, pesticide, and machinery) and output energy were calculated. Fertilizer energy (8,849.26 MJ ha-1) was found to be maximum utilized energy source in onion cultivation followed by electricity (3,983.44 MJ  ha-1),  diesel  (2,992.14  MJ  ha-1)  and  women  (2,966.78  MJ  ha-1)  contributing  about  44.98%, 20.25%, 15.21% and 15.08% of input energy, respectively. Fertilizer application (8,968.41 MJ ha-1) had the highest share of energy consumption operation followed by irrigation (4,135.90 MJ ha-1) and land preparation (2,904.98 MJ ha-1). Onion cultivation consumed a total input energy of 19,782.29 MJ ha-1 (54.10% direct energy and 45.90% indirect energy). The output energy was calculated as 21,826.40 MJ ha-1 with an energy ratio of 1.11.  The study elucidated that building a bridge between farmer’s awareness as well as education and developed agricultural technologies by research institutions can only be a helpful strategy to increase energy productivity and efficiency of overall agricultural production in the near future.
Influence of Operational Parameters of Cutting Blade on Torque Requirement and Cutting Index of Cassava Stem
Authors: Jyoti Bikram , Roul Ajay Kumar , Potdar Rahul , Kumar Manoj , Nandede Balaji Murhari , Parmar Bhupendra singh , T Senthil kumar , K Kathirvel , C D Divaker
Published: June 2024

The most difficult operation in production of cassava is its harvesting, which is still not entirely mechanized. Partial mechanization in cassava harvesting hampers productivity, causing yield losses. Thus, it is essential to address the issues concerning labour intensive methods, equipment accessibility and post-harvest difficulties for sustainable agricultural development.  A  cassava  stem  harvester  needs  to  be  developed  as  an  attachment  to  an  existing cassava digger. The design of an efficient cassava stem harvester requires optimization of blade and operational parameters. To optimize the operational parameters, an experimental cassava stem harvester was developed to investigate the effect of forward speed and peripheral velocity of cutter blade on torque and cutting index of cutter blade. The forward speed and peripheral velocity of blade showed a profound effect on cutting performance of rotary blade.  The treatment with a combination of 0.55 m s-1 forward speed and 30 m s-1 peripheral velocity yielded the minimum torque (0.31 N m) and best quality of cut cassava stem, and was selected for the development of a prototype tractor operated cassava stem harvester
Uni-axial Compression Loading and Cutting Behaviour of Cocoa Pods (Theobroma cacao L.) as related to Pod Breaking
Authors: R. Arulmari  , Yadav Paris Ashok , VISVANATHAN R
Published: June 2024

Information on rupture force by uni-axial compression and cutting force of cocoa pods, is required for the design of pod breaker. These forces were determined for cocoa pods of F1 progeny varieties in a Universal Testing machine. The uni-axial compressive rupture load increased with increase in pod length. Rupture load was 0.43, 0.58 and 0.67 kN along transverse axis and 0.52, 0.65 and 1.03 kN along longitudinal axis for small (less than 120 mm), medium (120 – 140 mm) and large size pods (above 140 mm), respectively. The cutting force to cut the pods was determined with 15, 30, 45 and 60° sharp (bevel angle) knives at the stem end and apex with a straight edge one side sharp blade, and along the length (longitudinal axis) with a curved blade of 150 mm radius sharpened at both sides, with cutting speed of 10 mm min-1 for all cutting experiments. The minimum force required to cut the pods near stem end for the pod sizes, small, medium and large, ranged from 0.11 to 0.18 kN with one side beveled 15° sharp blade. The minimum force required to cut the pods near apex for the pod sizes, small, medium and large ranged from 0.08 to 0.13 kN with one side beveled 15° sharp blade. The minimum force required with 45°double side beveled sharp curved blade ranged from 0.06 to 0.19 kN to cut along the length.
Ergonomic Assessment of Walk-behind Battery-powered Two-wheel Weeder
Authors: Spsingh Shiv Pratap Singh , Uday M Kiran  , Adarsh Kumar  , Ekka Utpal Ekka , R S Bana  , V Ramasubramanian
Published: June 2024

Various  types  of  manual  weeders  are  developed  for  mechanical  weeding  in  line  sown  crops to reduce the potential losses in the crop production system. Forces required for an operation of weeder is up to 384 N. An ergonomic study was conducted on a walk-behind type  battery-powered  two-wheel  weeder  for  physiological  aspects,  discomfort,  rapid  entire body assessment (REBA) and postural parameters to assess discomfort/ drudgery on operator. The battery-powered weeder was studied with two attachments: three-tine shovel type and sweep type cultivators. The average heart rate of subjects was recorded at 120 and 114 beats.min-1 with shovel type and sweep type cultivators, respectively. It was found that energy expenditure of subjects reduced by 28.5% to 37.5% in battery-powered two-wheel weeder as compared to manual weeder. The average body parts discomfort score (BPDS) was 26.54 with shovel type cultivator and 23.35 with a sweep type cultivator. The average twisting velocity, sagittal flexion and maximum lateral velocity of subjects during operation of battery-powered weeder with sweep type and shovel type cultivators were 4.33 to 4.55degrees s-1, 24.47 to 24.97degrees and 65.55 to 67.63 degreess-1. The REBA score indicates need for possible modification in design of handle as per anthropometric dimensions in existing battery powered unit/weeder. The field capacity of the battery-powered two-wheel weeder was 0.0515 and 0.0434 ha h-1 with a shovel type cultivator and sweep type cultivator, respectively.
Tumor Heterogeneity and Therapeutic Challenges: Exploring Approaches and Future Directions
Authors: Gonzaga Patricia , Tukiman Ammabel , MacMullan Noelie , Park Jason
Published: June 2024

Tumor heterogeneity refers to the phenomenon when tumors possess a medley of cell types, and it is one of the central challenges facing cancer treatment as it is associated with drug resistance and worse prognosis. Each cell type responds to treatment in a unique way, thus tumors with high levels of heterogeneity are not often fully treated by typical cancer therapies. There are a variety of novel treatments being developed that aim to eliminate the obstacle that heterogeneity poses by utilizing more personalized approaches. This review assesses immunotherapy, combination therapy, dual- or multi-ex vivo armed T cells, and a nano-Cas9 ribonucleoprotein system as treatment strategies. Although further research is required to ensure their clinical safety, these treatments show their potential to overcome the challenges posed by tumor heterogeneity in cancer development. This paper also discusses circulating tumor cells as a way to test therapeutic drugs and determine treatment progress.
Developing Information Technology Competence in Online Education with the TPACK Approach
Authors: Phan Thanh Chi , Tran Hung Van , Truong Thang Dinh , Le Hieu Thanh , Phan Duc Minh
Published: June 2024

The integration of technology in education has become imperative, particularly in the context of online learning. The TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) framework provides a comprehensive approach to developing information technology competence among educators. This study explores the application of the TPACK framework in online education, focusing on its effectiveness in enhancing educators' abilities to integrate information technology with pedagogy and content knowledge. By analyzing case studies, surveying educators, and assessing online teaching outcomes, the research highlights the pivotal role of TPACK in fostering a holistic understanding of how technology can be seamlessly incorporated into educational practices. The findings suggest that educators equipped with TPACK are better prepared to design and deliver engaging, effective online learning experiences, ultimately leading to improved student outcomes. This study underscores the necessity for professional development programs that emphasize TPACK to ensure educators are proficient in utilizing technology in their teaching methodologies in higher education institutions. This aligns with the prevailing trend of online teaching during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The impact of gender and secondary education on accounting learning
outcomes at university in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic time
Authors: Lisicki Bartłomiej , Szewieczek Aleksandra
Published: June 2024

Celem artykułu jest ustalenie czy istnieje związek pomiędzy płcią studenta oraz nabytym wcześniej średnim wykształceniem w zakresie
rachunkowości a uzyskanymi wynikami nauczania przedmiotu rachunkowość na poziomie akademickim, realizowanym na publicznej
uczelni ekonomicznej w Polsce, na przełomie okresów poprzedzających pandemię COVID-19, w czasie jej trwania oraz po jej zakończeniu.
W procedurze badawczej poddano badaniu próbę 278 ocen studentów z przedmiotu rachunkowość uzyskanych na przełomie pięciu kolejnych
lat akademickich (2017/2018–2021/2022). Wnioskowanie statystyczne przeprowadzono z wykorzystaniem testu U Manna-Whitney’a.
Badania nie potwierdziły istnienia zależności pomiędzy płcią studenta a uzyskaną oceną z rachunkowości, zarówno w całym badanym
okresie, jak i w wyróżnionych podokresach. Potwierdzono natomiast istnienie zależności pomiędzy posiadanym wykształceniem
średnim w zakresie rachunkowości a uzyskanymi wynikami nauczania. Studenci, którzy posiadali wykształcenie średnie z obszaru
rachunkowości charakteryzowali się wyższymi ocenami uzyskiwanymi z przedmiotu rachunkowość od pozostałych słuchaczy. W tym
zakresie zależność ta jest na tyle silna, że stosowane różne tryby nauczania nie wykazały wpływu na jej istnienie.
PENGARUH KINERJA LINGKUNGAN TERHADAP KINERJA KEUANGAN DENGAN REPUTASI PERUSAHAAN SEBAGAI PEMODERASI
Authors: Andrefe Avella Chlearesta , Kurniawati Elisabeth Penti
Published: June 2024

Abstract : A The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of environmental performance on financial performance and the role of corporate reputation as a moderator. The object of this research is manufacturing, agroindustry, and mining companies in Indonesia listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange in 2017-2021. 54 companies meet the sample criteria. The variables used in this study are environmental performance (Public Disclosure Program for Environmental Compliance), financial performance (Return on Asset), and corporate reputation (Corporate Image Index).  The results showed that environmental performance can affect the company's environmental performance in the same year up to a two-year gap, while corporate reputation can strengthen the influence of environmental performance on the company's financial performance in the same year and one-year gap.Abstrak : Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh kinerja lingkungan terhadap kinerja keuangan dan peran reputasi perusahaan sebagai pemoderasi. Objek dari penelitian ini adalah perusahaan manufaktur, argoindustri, dan pertambangan di Indonesia yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia pada tahun 2017-2021. Terdapat 54 perusahaan yang memenuhi kriteria sampel. Variabel yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah kinerja lingkungan (Public Disclosure Program for Environmental Compliance), kinerja keuangan (Return on Asset), dan reputasi perusahaan (Corporate Image Index). Teknis analisis data menggunakan metode moderated regression analysis Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kinerja lingkungan dapat mempengaruhi kinerja lingkungan perusahaan pada tahun yang sama sampai rentang dua tahun, sedangkan reputasi perusahaan dapat memperkuat pengaruh kinerja lingkungan terhadap kinerja keuangan perusahaan pada tahun yang sama dan rentang satu tahun.
MANAGEMENT CONTROL SYSTEM IN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS FROM THE LENSE OF IMPRINTING THEORY
Authors: Fitria Pipit , Kusuma Poppy Dian Indira
Published: June 2024

Abstract : This study aims to explore the influence of leaders on the creation of a blueprint which has an impact on the design and implementation of management control systems (MCS). Based on imprinting theory, organization founders and leaders often exhibit imprinting behavior. With his background and characteristics, a leader might create a blueprint for the organization he leads. This blueprint can influence the design and development of the MCS. A study in this area is important to provide insight into how leaders can contribute to an effective MCS implementation in an organization. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study method conducted in SMK Persatuan Ummat Islam, located in Cirebon. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with relevant informants. Triangulation of information sources was also carried out to ensure data validity. The results of this study indicate that the leader instils the bureaucratic blueprint and influences the design and implementation of MCS in SMK Persatuan Ummat Islam in Cirebon. These results imply that the selection of leaders in an organization needs to be carried out in a planned and appropriate manner. Selecting a good leader who fits the organization's needs will create a good MCS and assist the organization in achieving its goal.Abstrak : Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi pengaruh pimpinan dalam penentuan blueprint pada suatu organisasi, yang berdampak pada desain dan implementasi Sistem Pengendalian Manajemen (SPM). Berdasarkan teori imprinting, para pendiri dan pemimpin organisasi seringkali menunjukkan perilaku imprinting. Dengan latar belakang dan karakteristiknya, seorang pemimpin bisa saja menciptkan blueprint organisasi yang dipimpinnya. Blueprint ini dapat mempengaruhi desain dan implementasi SPM dalam organisasi. Penelitian ini penting dilakukan untuk memberikan pemahaman bahwa pemimpin dapat mempengaruhi keefektivan implementasi SPM dalam sebuah organisasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus, yang dilakukan di SMK Persatuan Ummat Islam yang berlokasi di Cirebon. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam kepada informan yang relevan dengan penelitian ini. Triangulasi sumber informasi juga dilakukan untuk menjamin keabsahan data. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa blueprint birokrasi ditanamkan oleh pemimpin dan mempengaruhi desain dan implementasi SPM di SMK Persatuan Ummat Islam di Cirebon. Hasil ini memberikan implikasi bahwa pemilihan pemimpin dalam suatu organisasi perlu dilakukan secara terencana dan tepat. Pemilihan pemimpin yang baik dan sesuai dengan kebutuhan organisasi akan menciptakan SPM yang baik dan akan membantu organisasi dalam mencapai tujuannya.