bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Review of the Adoption of TQM Models and the Achieved Sustainable Business Results in the MENA Telecommunication Industry
Authors: Almusayebi Afra , Hussein Noor , Al Zeyoudi Shaikhah , Al Obeidli Maitha
Published: June 2024

Purpose: Understanding the criticality of the telecommunication industry in the current time and appreciating the significance of adopting total quality management models in organizations to extend business sustainability. This paper provides a comparison between two telecommunication leaders in the MENA region: Zain & Etisalat, to assess their adoption of TQM models and the impact on their organizational and market success.
Methodology: this study uses a comparative case study. a mixed-methods methodology was applied, combining quantitative and qualitative data. Primary data collection methods included surveys given to employees at different levels to gauge the internal effects of TQM models on operational efficiency and employee satisfaction, as well as semi-structured interviews with key management personnel from both companies, aimed at gaining insights into the implementation and outcomes of TQM practices. Secondary data came from a number of sources, such as government publications that described TQM adoption and telecommunication trends, market analysis and financial performance data from industry databases like Statista, annual reports and official documentation from Zain and Etisalat, and relevant quality management certifications and standards (like ISO 9001:2015). Thematic analysis of interview transcripts to find recurring themes and implementation insights, content analysis of company reports and publications to evaluate the strategic alignment and integration of TQM models, and case study analysis to compare and contrast Zain and Etisalat's approaches to adopting and implementing TQM models were some of the qualitative data analysis techniques used.
Findings: The study found that the adoption of TQM models like EFQM, Kaizen and Lean six sigma across the whole organization is more effective than localizing the application to one aspect as indicated by the comparison between Zain & Etisalat. The comparison indicated that the application of TQM extended the sustainability and resilience of Etisalat and Zain in the face of business challenges by improving performance and streamlining processes to increase customer satisfaction.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study recommended that both Etisalat and Zain should consider incorporating sustainability practices into their TQM frameworks, given the growing focus on corporate social responsibility and sustainability. This could be illustrating a dedication to sustainable business practices by coordinating Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma initiatives with objectives related to social responsibility and the environment. To improve the synergy between Kaizen, EFQM, and Lean Six Sigma initiatives, both companies should foster cross-functional collaboration.
The Effectiveness of Marine Tourism Promotion to Increase Tourist Visits at Mutiara Beach Trenggalek by PaguyubanKakangMbakyu
Authors: Sunarti Sunarti , Kumalasari Isna Nusa , Kusumawati Andriani
Published: June 2024

The Mutiara Beach in TrenggalekRegency has become a very coveted destination for tourists lately. The reasons that have developed in the community are the opening of access to the South Cross Road (JLS) and the promotion of the PaguyubanKakangMbakyuTrenggalek (PKMT). This research aims to (1) Describe the tourism promotion used by PKMTin promoting Mutiara Beach, (2) Find out, describe and analyze the effectiveness of PKMTin promoting Mutiara Beach, (3) Find out the number of tourist visits to Mutiara Beach before after promoted by PKMT. The research method used is descriptive with a qualitative approach. Data collection uses interviews and documentation studies. The results of this research are the promotions used by PKMTto promote Mutiara Beach, including advertising, personal selling, and public relations. Promotional activities carried out by PKMT have been effective as measured by indicators of goal achievement, integration, and adaptation of Steers. The number of tourists at Mutiara Beach after being promoted by PKMT has increased over time. This research concludes that the promotional role carried out by PKMT is very useful and contributes positively to increasing the number of tourist visits at Mutiara Beach Trenggalek.
Citrus nutrition research in northeast India: An overview
Authors:   College of Horticulture, Central Agriculture University, Thenzawl, Mizoram, SHARMA L.D.
Published: June 2024

History of citrus growing in northeast India is as old as the tradition of citrus as its natural home of citrus hots-spots. Unfortunately, citrus of late is being tagged highly uncomfortable in its natural homeyard in northeast India, with some exceptions in Garo hills of Meghalaya and Pasighat of Arunachal Pradesh. Multiple nutrient deficiencies backed up by staggering nutrient mining have made citrus suffer from both production as well as quality issues, besides other issues of early onset of citrus decline and reduced post -harvest shelf life. Such depleted production incentives have put citrus growing on back-foot. Distinct absence of nutrient diagnostics coupled with lack of balanced fertilization have further hiked the miseries of citrus growers in the region. Citrus -based Soil health Card is another missing link putting citrus growers always managing their citrus orchards with complete guess-work, a complete sorry-state-of-affair, unless something too early and too quickly is done in this direction before it becomes too late and too little. Research need a complete reorientation in their objectivity of citrus nutrition with an eye on organic citrus integrating agroecological considerations using strictly adopted on-farm citrus module coupled with contingency irrigation planning by holding surplus rainwater.
Role of external nutrient supply in establishing host-sandalwood interactions
Authors:   Division of Crop Improvement, Indian Council of Agricultural Research – Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Karnal – 132001 (Haryana), India, SHARMA AARJU
Published: June 2024

Sandalwood is semi root parasite plants that required host plant for water and nutrients. So, for successful sandalwood plantation, it is important to study the host parasite interactions and role of external supply of water and nutrient, both theoretically and practically. To find out long-term host species for sandalwood, a randomized block design experiment was conducted to identify the suitability of host and effect of externally supplied nutrient medium on sandalwood planted with five selected host (Alternanthera sp., Azadirachata indica, Dalbergia sissoo, Melia dubia, and Aquilaria malaccensis) and without host species. After 180 days of establishment, morphological traits were recorded and noted that plant height, collar diameter and root length was higher in Dalbergia sissoo and Melia dubia as compared to other host species. Significant enhancement in morphological traits was recorded with external supply of Hoagland nutrient medium. Similarly, higher shoot biomass and root biomass were noted in Dalbergia sissoo and Melia dubia under control as well as with externally supplied nutrient medium. While, maximum haustorial connections were formed with Dalbergia sissoo over studied host species. On the other hand physiological trait such as chlorophyll content was abundant in sandalwood grown with Dalbergia sissoo. Physiological parameters such photosynthetic rate, transpiration rate were higher in sandalwood cultivated with Dalbergia sissoo. Macronutrient such as nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium content was also higher in Dalbergia sissoo and Melia dubia. The results revealed that sandalwood could be grown successfully with Dalbergia sissoo and external supply of nutrients might enhance the growth and physiology of sandalwood.
Mapping of plant nutrients in the soils of Bandarupalli and Mannasamudram villages in Yerpedu Mandal of Tirupati District: A GIS Approach
Authors:   S. V. Agricultural College, Tirupati, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, INDHUJA M.
Published: June 2024

The present investigation involves understanding of the site-specific nutrient content through nutrient maps and recommendation of fertilizers based on the soil test values. The Fertilizer recommendations based on soil fertility status is the key for ensuring the productivity and sustainability of the system. The generation of soil fertility maps at Rythu Bharosa Kendra (RBK) or Farmer Assurance Centres level helps in judicious use of chemical fertilizers. The present study was conducted in Bandarupalli and Mannasamudram villages of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. The soil fertility parameters were mapped by using the Arc GIS ver 10 software for major and micro nutrients. The spatial analysis of fertility of the study area indicated that the soils of study area were slightly acidic to strongly alkaline (6.17 to 8.71). The electrical conductivity (EC) was non- saline and ranged from 0.08 to 0.46 dS m-1 . The organic carbon was low to medium status. The available nitrogen was ranged from low to medium (50.16 – 304.6 kg ha-1 ), available phosphorous (13.4 – 89.6 kg ha-1 ) and potassium (69 – 925 kg ha-1 ) were ranged from low to high. The available calcium and magnesium were sufficient status ranged from 5.0 to 16.5 and 1.9 to 9.7 cmol (p+ ) kg-1 , respectively. The available sulphur varied from deficient to sufficient (2.5 to 24 mg kg-1 ). The DTPA extractable micronutrients viz., Cu, Mn and Zn were sufficient and ranged from 0.2 to 9.53, 1.33 to 9.37 and 0.62 to 9.32 mg kg-1 , respectively except iron which was in deficient to sufficient status (4.12 to 22.57 mg kg-1 ).
Potential biocontrol agents involved in induction of defense related enzymes in brinjal (solanum melongena l.) Against phomopsis blight caused by phomopsis vexans
Authors:   Department of Biotechnology, University of Mysore, Mysore-570 006, Karnataka, India, M. ROHINI
Published: June 2024

Phomopsis blight, caused by Phomopsis vexans (P. vexans) in brinjal plants is one of the main diseases in India. In order to manage this malady, we initially screened seed samples of 14 cultivars obtained from seed suppliers for the disease incidence. Based on the disease incidence and severity, the samples were categorized as resistant and susceptible cultivars of brinjal. It was established that MEBH-9' was a sensitive cultivar, while the Kolar local was resistant to the disease. Two ideal strains of Rhizosphere colonizing bacteria (RCB), Pseudomonas putida strain Has-1/c (HM229805), and Phylloplane Colonizing Bacteria (PCB), Bacillus subtilis strain Br/ph-33 (KJ867501), previously characterized as potential plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, were tested for their potential biocontrol of this disease. Both susceptible and resistant cultivars' seedlings were treated with different combinations of PCB and RCB, PCB alone, RCB alone, and challenge inoculated with P. vexans. In order to ascertain whether there was signalling between defense enzyme activation and plant protection after PCB and RCB treatment, defense enzymes were quantified. Brinjal plants treated with PCB+RCB combination and challenge inoculated with P. vexans showed a significant increase in the activity of Phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL), Peroxidase (POX), Lipoxygenase (LOX), Polyphenol oxidase (PPO), Catalase, Chitinase, β -1,3-glucanase, and Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) content. The current study reveals that the defense enzymes and PR-proteins are gradually induced and accumulated, which enhance the resistance in brinjal plants against P. vexans-causing fruit rot disease.
Assessing the invasion risk of weeds from the APG-IV grade-superasterids in Moradabad district
Authors:   Eco-Taxonomy Research Laboratory, Department of Botany, D.A.V. (P.G.) College, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248001, SHARMA SACHIN
Published: June 2024

The global proliferation of invasive plant species is causing havoc in ecological and agricultural ecosystems. Early warning and avoidance of high-risk introductions of such species is critical for minimising losses and increasing gains. The Weed Risk Assessment method has been a successful prediction project for forecasting naturalisations of weed species in four Moradabad sub-districts. A research looked at 17 weed species in the Superasterids Grade of the APG-IV classification system. The study highlights that 53% of the reported weed species were of low rank, 35% of medium rank, and 12% were of high risk rank status. In our investigation, we discovered that Alternanthera philoxeroides (Mart.) Griseb. had the highest weed risk score (25) while Mirabilis jalapa L. and Opuntia elatior Mill. had the lowest weed risk score (1.08). The study reports that 75% of the weed species were herbs. Ruderal weeds (41%) were the most common, followed by Agrestal weeds (41%) and (18%) were in both categories. In terms of the origin of weed species, mostly weeds were from Tropical America (62%), and the minimum from Tropical Africa (6%).
Nature’s marvel, Deep water rice
Authors:   Department of Botany, North Lakhimpur College (Autonomous), Lakhimpur -787031, Assam, India, RAJKHOWA MANJILIKA
Published: June 2024

Rice is the most important food crop of India. It is the staple food in most of the North Eastern parts as well as Southern part of India. Therefore, the people of North East India especially Assam is completely dependent on rice cultivation and its production. However, Assam is immensely affected by flood during the monsoon season. During that time of the year, most of the rice varieties are intolerant to water stress by submergence. Therefore, farmers are only able to cultivate deep water rice varieties during this season. Deep water rice shows an incredible tolerance to water-logged condition by escaping or managing to survive during submergence. Due to its fascinating water stress tolerance properties, it has been a major topic of concern. This review aims at encompassing the major studies done to investigate the factors responsible for making the plant tolerant to submergence and to evaluate its phytochemicals and nutritional values. Studying deeper into the plant can help in its biofortification as well as improve its yield through different breeding programs using enhanced varieties and thereby develop its marketing status.
Effect of levels of phosphorus and varieties on growth and yield of black gram [Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper]
Authors:   Department of Agronomy, School of Agricultural Sciences, Nagaland University, Medziphema – 797106 (Nagaland), PANI ARCHANA
Published: June 2024

A field experiment entitled “Effect of levels of phosphorus on growth and yield of black gram [Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper]” was conducted in Agronomy research farm in School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS), Nagaland University, Medziphema, during kharif season of 2022. The experiment consisted of twelve treatments which were laid out in Randomized Block Design (RBD) with three replications. The treatment consisted of four different levels of phosphorus (P) viz., 0 (P0), 20 (P1), 40 (P2) and 60 kg P2O5 ha-1 (P3) and three different varieties (V) viz., SBC-40 (V1), SBC-51 (V2) and PU-31 (V3). The results revealed that among different levels of phosphorus, application of 60 kg P2O5 ha-1 recorded higher growth attributes, yield attributes and nutrient uptake. In case of varieties, SBC-51 variety recorded higher growth attributes, yield attributes and nutrient uptake compared to the other varieties. In case of interaction between varieties and phosphorus, variety SBC-51 along with the application of 60 kg P2O5 ha-1 recorded the maximum growth attributes and yield attributes viz., number of pods plant-1 (37.24), pod length, number of seeds pod-1 (6.93), seed yield (1014.66 kg ha-1 ), stover yield (2246.54 kg ha-1 ) over rest of the treatment. In terms of nutrient uptake, application of 60 kg P2O5 ha-1 in SBC-51 variety of black gram recorded highest N, P and K uptake by both seed and stover.
Calcium Carbide and Wood Ash as Environmentally Friendly Soil Stabilizers for Enhanced Subgrade Performance
Authors: Saleh Samaila , Surajo Idris , Surajo Muhammad , Idris Abubakar Tsagem , Umar Abdullahi
Published: June 2024

This study looks at the potential of waste calcium carbide (WCC) and wood ash (WA) as soil stabilizers to improve the engineering characteristics of subgrade soil. The investigation begins by characterizing the properties of the untreated soil, indicating a liquid limit of 24.6%, linear shrinkage of 7.6%, and a non-plastic nature due to the lack of a plastic limit. In addition, the soil composition comprises a mere 2% of small particles measuring less than 63 μm, while a substantial 74% of the particles fall within the range of 63 μm to 2 mm. The particle density of untreated soil is found to be 2.86, beyond the typical soil limitations. Subsequently, an investigation was conducted to examine the impact of WCC and WA on Atterberg limits, compaction characteristics, and California bearing ratio (CBR) values. The findings indicate that the incorporation of WCC and WA leads to a reduction in the liquid limit by a maximum of 18.70% and linear shrinkage by a maximum of 55.26%. Compaction properties show an increase in optimal water content and a minor decrease in maximum dry density. Importantly, CBR values significantly improved, with the soil treated with 6% WCC and WA demonstrating a CBR value of 26.9%, exceeding the subgrade acceptability requirement in road construction. This study highlights the potential of WCC and WA as cost-effective and sustainable soil stabilizers, particularly in areas where traditional stabilizing materials are limited. More research into optimization and long-term performance can help to realize the full potential of this novel method for soil stabilization.
 
Received: 1 January 2024 | Revised: 26 April 2024 | Accepted: 28 May 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analyzed in this study.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Samaila Saleh: Conceptualization, Methodology, Formal analysis, Resources, Data curation, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration. Idris Surajo: Conceptualization, Methodology, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Writing - original draft, Project administration. Muhammad Surajo: Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Writing - original draft, Project administration. Abubakar Tsagem Idris: Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Writing - original draft, Project administration. Abdullahi Umar: Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Writing - original draft, Project administration.
Automatic Enemy Identification—Are We There Yet?
Authors: Meng Huijuan , Li Jinshu
Published: June 2024

Enemy items refer to any two items that should not appear on the same test form. Accurately identifying enemy pairs is critical for ensuring the quality and fairness of exams, but it can also be challenging and time-consuming given the large number of possible item pairs in the exam item bank. Various enemy identification approaches have been explored to automate or semi-automate this task. In this process, the critical component is the encoding technique. The better the encoding technique captures the meaning of the sentences, the more accurate the similarity index and enemy classification results will be. This study focuses on evaluating the performance of a transformer-based model against the results from a string-based vector-space model (VSM) encoding technique under different research conditions for multiple-choice and multiple-response items used in a foundational information technology (IT) certification exam. The results suggest that when using sufficient representative training data and conducting fine-tuning, the transformer-based model significantly outperforms the VSM for enemy identification.
 
Received: 4 January 2024 | Revised: 11 April 2024 | Accepted: 30 April 2024 
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analyzed in this study.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Huijuan Meng: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration. Jinshu Li: Validation, Investigation, Resources, Writing - review & editing, Project administration.
Impact of Capital Structure on Financial Performance of Firms in the Nigerian Healthcare Sector
Authors: Omokore David Eyitayo , Njogo Bibiana Oluckukwu , Omankhanlen Alexander Ehimare , Islaka Muideen , Akinjare Victoria Abosede
Published: June 2024

This study aims to explore how the capital structure affects the financial performance of healthcare companies listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) from 2012 to 2021. Capital structure which considers how a company combines its mix of equity and debt in financing its business is important to its overall operations and growth. To conduct this research, eight healthcare firms listed on the NSE were deliberately chosen. The study examined the financial data of various firms, through their annual reports. The data included short-term and long-term debts, equity (the value of a company’s shares), return on equity, and size. The study used correlation and regression for its analysis. The results showed that short-term debt, long-term debt, and equity had a negative but significant relationship with return on equity. However, the size of the company had a positive and significant relationship with return on equity. Based on the findings, the study recommends that healthcare firms should consider using long-term debts to increase the time to repay the borrowed capital and generate more profit.
 
Received: 30 November 2023 | Revised: 9 April 2024 | Accepted: 14 May 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest 
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
The data that support this work are available upon reasonable request to the corresponding author.
СЕМАНТИЧЕСКАЯ ИСТОРИЯ СЛОВА «ДОМ» В РУССКОМ ЯЗЫКЕ (ЛЕКСИКОГРАФИЧЕСКИЙ И КУЛЬТУРНО-ИСТОРИЧЕСКИЙ АСПЕКТЫ)
Authors: Arıcan Derya
Published: June 2024

Слово «дом» является одной из старейших и наиболее употребительных лексем в русском языке, олицетворяя понятия семьи, безопасности и исторических трансформаций общества. Настоящее исследование направлено на прослеживание семантической истории данной лексемы, уделяя внимание лексикографическим и культурно-историческим аспектам, чтобы более глубоко понять её эволюцию и значение в русском языке. Для достижения поставленной цели предпринимается ряд шагов. Во-первых, обращается внимание на этимологические словари, которые раскрывают корни слова и его связь с другими языками. Это позволяет увидеть исторический контекст и развитие значения слова «дом». Во-вторых, выявляются значения, указанные в толковых словарях. Анализируются основные номинативные значения, отражающие обозначение физического строения, служащего жилищем. Также обращается внимание на экспрессивно-синонимические значения, где слово «дом» приобретает эмоционально-оценочный характер, особенно в контексте детских игр. В-третьих, с помощью исторических словарей определяется динамика употребления слова «дом» на протяжении времени. Рассматривается эволюция семантики слова от древности до наших дней, выявляются изменения в контексте употребления, связанные с социокультурными и историческими процессами. Работа предоставляет комплексный обзор развития семантики лексемы «дом» в русском языке. Она охватывает период от древности до настоящего времени, позволяя более глубоко понять эволюцию значения этого слова в контексте его лексикографического развития и культурной истории. Исследование позволяет увидеть, как слово «дом» претерпевало изменения в своем восприятии: от изначального обозначения жилого строения к более абстрактным концепциям, таким как «семья» или «сообщество». Этот процесс отражает не только языковые, но и культурные трансформации, отмечая влияние исторических событий и социокультурных изменений на восприятие термина. Исследование слова «дом» представляет интерес для понимания его значений в различных исторических и культурных контекстах, а также для анализа его роли в языковом развитии русского языка. Для исследования применяются методы концептуального анализа, историко-сопоставительного анализа, дефиниционной интерпретации, компонентного анализа и стилистической интерпретации.
Draw2Web: From Hand-Drawn Images to HTML + CSS
Authors: Mr. Roshan Immanuel  , Mr. Rohan S
Published: June 2024

The website design for the automated code generator begins with creating and uploading individual mock-ups images, which can be hand-drawn with the help of graphics and visual tools. The software programmer then converts the template to produce a standard HTML or CSS code. This process is usually done several times until a suitable model is obtained. The aim of this research is to automate the process of generating code from the drawing model. Computer vision techniques are used to create the plans and then techniques like DL (Deep Learning) and ML (Machine Learning) are used to create the proposed system.
Solar Operated Car Enabled with AI
Authors: Payal Sharma  , Shravan Yadav  , Ajaj Ali  , Pooja Kumari  , Karan Kumar  , Pramod Kumar
Published: June 2024

The convergence of renewable energy and artificial intelligence (AI) has spurred a transportation revolution, exemplified by the rise of solar-powered cars equipped with advanced AI capabilities. This abstract digs into the integration of solar energy and AI technology in autos, examining their synergistic potential to transform the automotive industry and pave the way for a more sustainable future.The paper presents the concept of solar-powered cars and discusses their importance in reducing environmental concerns connected with regular fossil-fuelled vehicles. Solar energy, captured by solar panels built into the vehicle's construction, provides a clean and abundant power source, minimizing reliance on non-renewable resources and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, advances in solar panel efficiency and energy storage technology have increased the practicality of solar-powered vehicles for widespread use.. Furthermore, AI-powered autonomous driving capabilities improve safety by reducing human error and allowing for proactive collision avoidance methods. The paper highlights how AI-enabled solar-powered vehicles have the potential to completely change the automotive sector and hasten the shift to a sustainable transportation network
A cláusula solve et repete como mecanismo de gestão dos riscos contratuais: contornos e limites no direito brasileiro
Authors: Peçanha Danielle Tavares , Tepedino Gustavo , Bandeira Paula Greco
Published: June 2024

O presente ensaio é dedicado à cláusula solve et repete, que se constitui em mecanismo legítimo de alocação positiva dos riscos contratuais, por meio do qual garante-se a exequibilidade imediata da prestação, ainda que existam razões jurídicas que justifiquem a possibilidade de não cumprimento ou o retardamento da prestação pelo devedor. Inserida no exercício legítimo da autonomia negocial dos contratantes, sujeita-se tal disposição a controle de legalidade e abusividade, do que se extrai a relevância de seu estudo, com base em seus contornos e limites no direito brasileiro, à luz da legalidade constitucional.
Pengembangan Bahan Ajar Non Cetak pada Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam
Authors: Nurdiyanto Nurdiyanto , Wulandari Reksahati , Jamal Jamal , Karman Karman , Maslani Maslani
Published: June 2024

Sumber belajar bagi peserta didik dan pendidik perlu dikembangkan sesuai dengan perubahan zaman Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis bahan ajar non cetak yang digunakan dalam pembelajaran Pendidikan agama Islam. Serta bagaimana faktor penghambat dan pendukung dalam mengembangkan bahan ajar non cetak di dalam pembelajaran PAI. Pendekatan yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi Pustaka (library research). Sumber data dalam penelitian ini memuat dua sumber yakni primer dan sekunder. Primer meliputi: artikel jurnal, E-Book, website, dan media internet lainnya. Sedangkan sekunder meliputi: proseding online, majalah, koran dan media internet yang berkaitan dengan tema dan pembahasan. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini yakni mengumpulkan dari sumber-sumber yang telah disebutkan kemudian diklasifikasi dan selanjutnya ditarik kesimpulan. Sedangkan Teknik analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan analisis deskriptif yakni mengnitegrasikan pengetahuan secara umum ditarik kekhusus (induktif). yakni dari hasil pengumpulan melalui sumber primer dan sekunder kemudian diklasifikasi data, menampilkan data, kemudian diinterpretasikan hingga menghasilkan pengetahaun untuk ditarik kesimpulan. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa analisis data pengembangan bahan ajar non cetak sangat diperlukan kemudian di desain dan dikembangkan serta diimplementasikan ke dalam pembelajaran Pendidikan agama Islam sehingga hasilnya bisa dievaluasi dari rangkaian proses pengembangan tersebut. Kesimpulan dalam penelitian bahwa ada berbagai jenis bahan ajar non cetak seperti audio visual, audio, multimedia interaktif dan media pajangan (display).
Environmental Wisdom in the Short Story Anthology Menghardik Gerimis by Sapardi Djoko Damono
Authors: Ni’mah Nurlaily Khoirun , Suyitno Suyitno , Wardani Nugraheni Eko
Published: June 2024

There have been many environmental problems since humans have existed in this world. This is due to humans’ lack of knowledge and self-awareness regarding ethical or moral behavior towards the environment. The value of environmental wisdom also needs to be instilled in the community, because if it is not instilled, it will cause the community to have a low pro-environmental attitude and result in a lack of maintaining environmental wisdom. Therefore, it is important for literary works with ecological elements and their examination of the value of environmental wisdom to be read by the general public. This research uses a qualitative research approach with a descriptive research design, and uses a literary ecological theory related to the value of environmental wisdom as a scalpel. Based on an analysis of the short story anthology Menghardik Gerimis by Sapardi Djoko Damono, it can be seen that all aspects of environmental wisdom values are found in the short story anthology.
Tailored falls prevention plans
Authors: Gelinas Lillee
Published: June 2024

Customize care to each patient’s unique fall risk.
Confidence is in
Authors: Stoffan Peter
Published: June 2024

Strike the right balance to find leadership success.
Men in nursing: Advancing health equity
Authors: Rollins Genna
Published: June 2024

Better representation key for profession’s workforce, health outcome goals
In(exclusão) da diversidade sexual e de gênero na escola: o fundamentalismo religioso legislando por convicção
Authors: Mendes Otoniel , Battestin Cláudia
Published: June 2024

O presente artigo apresenta reflexões sobre a inclusão de estudos sobre diversidade sexual e de gênero na educação básica, bem como, considerações acerca da influência do fundamentalismo religioso no legislativo, e em documentos que regem a educação básica no Brasil. Com uma pesquisa bibliográfica de caráter qualitativo, propomos um olhar para com a inclusão das discussões relativas aos estudos sobre diversidade sexual e de gênero na educação básica a fim de propiciar que os educandos aprendam sobre inclusão e respeito mútuo com foco em uma sociedade mais justa e igualitária. Compreendemos que é dever da escola proporcionar que os educandos aprendam sobre diversidade sexual e de gênero. Contudo, para que as Políticas públicas de incentivo à práticas pautadas no respeito e empatia ao próximo sejam possíveis, é necessário que legislações no ambiente escolar não tenham influência de dogmas religiosos. Dogmas estes que estimulam o abandono da escola pela população LGBT.
Mães de primeira classe e mães de segunda classe: a maternidade a partir da moralidade presente nos julgamentos de jovens em conflito com a lei
Authors: Oliveira Ana Caroline Amorim , Gusmão Costa Mônica Maria
Published: June 2024

A partir de uma etnografia nos julgamentos de adolescentes em conflito com a lei, foram percebidas as categorias de “família estruturada” e “família desestruturada”, onde “estrutura” não se configura “forma”, mas é considerada a partir do “comportamento” do filho e do “comprometimento” da mãe, em consonância com o mito colonial/ocidental da maternidade (Badinter, 1985). O objetivo neste trabalho é analisar o significado de “família estruturada e desestruturada”, refletindo sobre o papel da maternidade, bem como sobre o campo de socialização dos adolescentes de periferias e favelas, os quais se encontram sob julgamento (em sentido amplo) pelo judiciário, juntamente com suas mães. Através de entrevistas semiestruturadas, da observação discreta e participante em mais de 30 julgamentos, concluiu-se que as mães são julgadas juntos com seus filhos, por outras mulheres que são juízas, perpetuando a injustiça social e reforçando o patriarcado.
The relationship between sleep quality and dynamic balance in the elderly
Authors: Putu Ade Marwanasari  , Sayu Aryantari Putri Thanaya  , Ni Komang Ayu Juni Antari  , Govinda Vittala
Published: June 2024

Background: The aging process in older adults will bring comprehensive changes related to the ability of their physiological functions. This condition causes the elderly's sleep patterns to change with various sleep disorders, resulting in poor sleep quality. The decrease in sleep quality in the elderly can affect their quality of life, including balance disorders. This study aimed to determine the relationship between sleep quality and dynamic balance in the elderly.
Methods: This research used a cross-sectional study conducted in Nyuh Kuning Traditional Village, Mas, Ubud, Gianyar, in November 2023. The sampling technique used in this study was total sampling with a sample size of 43 people aged 60 years and over. Sleep quality was measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire, and dynamic balance was calculated using the Time Up and Go Test (TUG Test).
Results: The research subjects were dominated by the elderly with poor sleep quality, 30 of whom were elderly (69.8%). Meanwhile, in dynamic balance, most research subjects had variations in dynamic balance and mobility, and the result of the TUG Test (+) was 33 elderly (76.7%). The obtained Sig. (2-tailed) value of the correlation between sleep quality and dynamic balance was 0.000 (<0.05). Sleep quality strongly correlates with dynamic balance, with a correlation coefficient (r) of 0.836, indicating a positive relationship.
Conclusion: There was a positive significant relationship between sleep quality and dynamic balance in the elderly.
Adaptation Phenomena of Visually Impaired Disabilities in Social Relations at the Social Rehabilitation Unit in Malang, Indonesia
Authors: Firdaus Suslistijawan  , Oman Sukmana  , Vina Salviana Darvina Soedarwo  , Bambang Tri Sasongko Adi
Published: June 2024

This research adopts a qualitative descriptive approach, involving various techniques, such as participant observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis, to explore the adaptation phenomena of visually impaired individuals at the Technical Service Unit (UPT) for Social Rehabilitation for the Visually Impaired in Malang, Indonesia. The research findings indicate that their self-adjustment involves complexities arising from differences in abilities and individual conditions. The dynamics of social relations within the UPT also play a significant role in shaping their experiences and quality of life. The research findings highlight the need for holistic and inclusive efforts to understand and address emerging issues so that visually impaired individuals can develop their full potential in a supportive social context. Practical implications of this research include recommendations to enhance services and support for visually impaired individuals, while promoting social inclusion for them. These concrete steps are expected to contribute positively to the welfare and social potential development of visually impaired individuals in Indonesia and other countries.
The sexual determination system in Salix L. (Salicaceae)
Authors:   Taller Multidisciplinario de Plantas vasculares (TMPV). Laboratorio de Ecología de Bordes (LEB). Universidad de Flores-Sede Comahue (UFLO), López Hernán Ariel ,   Jardín Botánico de la Ciudad de Plottier (JBCP). Mengelle 8. Cipolletti. Rio Negro. República Argentina
Published: June 2024

Current knowledge of the sex determination system that has been analyzed in different species of the genus Salix L.is reviewed. In this genus, sexual chromosomes have been recognized and it was proposed that a gene for sexual determination must be present. In the genus Salix there are two systems of sexual determination: one in which the homogametic system is female and the heterogametic is male (XX/XY system) and another in which the homogametic system is male and the heterogametic is female (ZZ/ZW). The evidence is analyzed in relation to phylogenetic considerations and the need to include the analysis to species of other subgenera is raised. The role of the determination system in the hybridization of species with a mixed determination system is discussed, while it is suggested that this characteristic be investigated in the rest of the members of Salicaceae. Both sex determination systems (SDSs) are found in Salix and are of phylogenetic importance because each type of system is found in different phylogenetic groups. The SDS can influence the expression of the sexes in individuals, especially in polyploid species, and at a population level by influencing the sex ratio related to ploidy levels.
Annotated catalogue of seeds and spores (Index Seminum) collected from plants cultivated in the A.G. Henckel Botanical Garden of Perm State National Research University in 2022
Authors:   Perm State National Research University, A.G. Henckel Botanical Garden, Perm, Russia, Shumikhin Sergei A. , Chertkova Marina A. , Aksenova Larisa V. , Dyadik Alexander N. , Shumigay Dmitriy G. , Plehanov Matvei A. , Karimova Elvira T.
Published: June 2024

The A.G. Henckel Botanical Garden of Perm State National Research University is a major scientific, educational and cultural center of the Western Urals. Renowned for its traditions, the Botanical Garden possesses rich collections of wild and cultivated plants, many of them ornamental. This collection comprises ca. 9500 taxa. Many plants have been cultivated in open ground and in greenhouses bloom profusely and produce seeds. The harvest of 2022 is a special one because it is 100 years ago that the A.G. Henckel Botanical Garden was founded. The Index Seminum contains a list of the plants that produce seeds and spores which are available for exchange with other botanical gardens and botanical institutions. These seeds and spores were harvested during the 2020-2022 seasons.
The Significance of English Writing Skills on Learners' Performance: A Case of Two Secondary Schools in Kicukiro District, Rwanda
Authors: Niyibizi Vincent , Bazimaziki Gabriel , Karengera Justin , Muragijimana Jean De La Paix
Published: June 2024

This case study aims to investigate the impact of English writing skills on learners' performance in secondary schools in Kicukiro District. Guided by Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory and Richards’ Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), the study used a mixed-methods approach. The study targeted 147 participants, comprising learners, teachers, and heads of studies, from which a sample of 75 participants was selected using proportionate stratified and purposive sampling techniques. Primary data was collected through both interviews and questionnaires, assessing the impact of English writing skills on learners' performance, exploring effective teaching approaches, identifying factors contributing to low English writing skills among learners at secondary schools in Rwanda, and examining the influence of teaching strategies on learners' writing skills. Out of these findings, the paper discloses that essay writing, agenda writing, playwriting, poetry writing, and minute writing skills considerably influence learners’ performance. The study suggests enhancing learners' writing skills through regular writing activities like letters and short stories. Teachers of English should also be role models for their learners when teaching to uplift their writing motivation. In a similar or different setting, future studies should investigate the relevance of other skills to primary learners.
Dual adaptive differential threshold method for automated detection of faint and strong echo features in radar observations of winter storms
Authors: Tomkins Laura M. , Yuter Sandra E. , Miller Matthew A.
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Radar observations of winter storms often exhibit locally enhanced linear features in reflectivity, sometimes labeled as snow bands. We have developed a new, objective method for detecting locally enhanced echo features in radar data from winter storms. In comparison to convective cells in warm season precipitation, these features are usually less distinct from the background echo and often have more fuzzy or feathered edges. This technique identifies both prominent, strong features and more subtle, faint features. A key difference from previous radar reflectivity feature detection algorithms is the combined use of two adaptive differential thresholds, one that decreases with increasing background values and one that increases with increasing background values. The algorithm detects features within a snow rate field rather than reflectivity and incorporates an underestimate and overestimate of feature areas to account for uncertainties in the detection. We demonstrate the technique on several examples from the US National Weather Service operational radar network. The feature detection algorithm is highly customizable and can be tuned for a variety of data sets and applications.
Can remote sensing combustion phase improve estimates of landscape fire smoke emission rate and composition?
Authors: Owsley-Brown Farrer , Wooster Martin J. , Grosvenor Mark J. , Liu Yanan
Published: June 2024

Abstract. The proportion of flaming and smoldering activity occurring in landscape fires varies with fuel type and fuel characteristics, which themselves are influenced by ecology, meteorology, time since the last fire etc. The proportion of these combustion phases greatly influences the rate of fuel consumption and smoke emission, along with the chemical composition of the smoke, which influences the effects on the atmosphere. Earth Observation (EO) has long been suggested as a way to remotely map combustion phase, and here we provide the first known attempt at evaluating whether such approaches can lead to the desired improvements in smoke emissions estimation. We use intensively measured laboratory burns to evaluate two EO approaches hypothesized to enable remote determination of combustion phase and concurrent measurements of the smoke to determine how well each is able to improve estimation of smoke emission rates, smoke composition and the overall rate of fuel consumption. The first approach aims to estimate the sub-pixel ‘effective fire temperature’, which has been suggested to differ between flaming and smoldering combustion, and the second detects the potassium emission line (K-line) believed only to be present during flaming combustion. We find while the fire effective temperature approach can be suited to estimating Fire Radiative Power (FRP), it does not significantly improve on current approaches to estimate smoke chemical makeup and smoke emission. The K-line approach does however provide these improvements when combined with the FRP data, improving the accuracy of the estimated CO2 emission rate by an average of 17±4 % and 42±15 %, respectively, depending on whether the K-line detection is used to simply classify the presence of flaming combustion, or whether its magnitude is also used to estimate its relative proportion. Estimates of CO and CH4 emission rates were improved to a lesser extent than that of CO2, but the accuracy of the smoke modified combustion efficiency (MCE) estimates increased by 30±15 % and 46±10 %, respectively. MCE is correlated to the emissions factors (EFs) of many smoke constituents, so remotely deriving MCE provides a way to tailor these during smoke emissions calculations. Whilst we derived and tested our approaches on laboratory burns, we demonstrate their wider efficacy using airborne EO data of a boreal forest wildfire where we find that combined used of K-line and FRP data significantly change estimated smoke MCE and CO2 and CO emission rates compared to the standard approach. Our findings suggest that satellite EO methods that jointly provide K-Line and FRP data could enable marked improvements in the mapping of landscape fire combustion phase, fuel consumption and smoke emissions rate and composition.
Extended seasonal prediction of Antarctic sea ice using ANTSIC-UNet
Authors: Yang Ziying , Liu Jiping , Song Mirong , Hu Yongyun , Yang Qinghua , Fan Ke
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Antarctic sea ice has experienced rapid change in recent years, which garners increasing attention for its prediction. In this study, we develop a deep learning model (named ANTSIC-UNet) trained by physically enriched climate variables and evaluate its skill for extended seasonal prediction of Antarctic sea ice concentration (up to 6 months in advance). We compare the predictive skill of ANTSIC-UNet in the Pan- and regional Antarctic with two benchmark models (linear trend and anomaly persistence models). In terms of root-mean-square error (RMSE) for sea ice concentration and integrated ice-edge error (IIEE), ANTSIC-UNet shows much better skills for the extended seasonal prediction, especially for the extreme events in recent years, relative to the two benchmark models. The predictive skill of ANTSIC-Unet is season and region dependent. Low values of RMSE are found from autumn to spring in the Pan-Antarctic and all sub-regions for all lead times, but large values of RMSE are found in summer for most sub-regions which increase as lead times increase. Small values of IIEE are found in summer at 1–3 month lead, large errors occur from November to January as the lead time exceeds 2–4 months. The Pacific and Indian Oceans show better predictive skills at the sea ice edge zone in summer compared to other regions. Moreover, ANTSIC-UNet shows good predictive skill in capturing the interannual variability of Pan-Antarctic and regional sea ice extent anomalies. We also quantify variable importance through a post-hoc interpretation method. It suggests in addition to sea ice conditions, the ANTSIC-UNet prediction at short lead times shows sensitivity to sea surface temperature, radiative flux, and atmospheric circulation. At longer lead times, zonal wind in the stratosphere appears to be an important influencing factor for the prediction.