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Information System Security Analysis in the Internet of Things (IoT) Era
Authors: Nurrisma
Published: March 2024

The presence of the Internet of Things (IoT) has provided a new foundation in the development of information systems, but has also raised new challenges related to information security. This research aims to analyze the level of information system security in the context of the IoT era. The research methods used include an in-depth literature survey and critical analysis of security frameworks relevant to IoT. The research results show that while IoT offers great potential to increase efficiency and convenience, it also opens up new avenues for complex and serious security attacks. Security threats related to IoT include network attacks, data theft, and unauthorized access. To overcome this challenge, a holistic and layered approach is needed in securing information systems connected via IoT. The importance of implementing strong security protocols, data encryption, and continuous monitoring of IoT networks cannot be overstated. In conclusion, the success of widespread IoT implementation will be largely determined by efforts to strengthen the security of the information systems involved.
Do Human Capital, Economic Growth, and Trade Openness Instigate Entrepreneurial Activities? The Moderating Role of Financial Development
Authors: Abaidullah  , Sabir Saeed Ahmad
Published: March 2024

This research dives into the complex interplay of human capital, economic growth, trade openness, and entrepreneurial activities, while also investigating the moderating influence of financial development. The study uses two steps generalized method of movement (GMM) and the random effect estimation technique by using the data from 2011 to 2019. The results indicate that human capital has a significant and positive impact on entrepreneurial activities through secondary and tertiary education. Also, financial development has a strong moderating effect on the relationship between human capital and entrepreneurial activities especially at secondary and tertiary levels of education. Economic growth and trade openness also instigate entrepreneurial activities in primary, secondary, and tertiary education. Our empirical findings suggest that financial development benefits entrepreneurial activities by satisfying entrepreneurs' demand for accessible, cheap, and extensive credit, as well as investors' demand for efficient and cost-effective risk and information management. This research provides policymakers, researchers, and academia with valuable information for fostering an environment conducive to entrepreneurial activities.
Do Firms ESG Commitments Affect Investment in-Efficiency in the Global Context
Authors: Shah Syed Sikander Ali , Nosheen Safia
Published: March 2024

This paper has examined the relationship between (ESG) environmental, social, and Governance performance and firm investment in-efficiency in global economies. This paper's empirical results are estimated using fixed-effect with robust standard error and GMM. These results are consistent with our study hypothesis and prior literature and have suggested that ESG practices reduce a firm's investment in-efficiency by mitigating issues such as information asymmetries and agency conflicts. Moreover, we have also determined the negative relationship between firm's ESG performance and a firm's investment in-efficiency.
Big Data Analytics' Influence on Competitive Advantage: Mediating Green Creativity and Green Commitment, Moderated by Individual Green Values and Green Psychological Climate
Authors: Shafiq Muhammad Aqib , ALi Tatheer Yawar , Iqbal Shahid , Rashid Ali  , Saima Sardar Khan
Published: March 2024

This study explores the influence of big data talent capability, business analytics and capacity manage net on competitive advantage through mediating role of green creativity and green commitment and moderating role of individual green values and green psychological climate. For the current research, a quantitative survey with 400 respondents was conducted as part of the investigative strategy. Data were investigated through SPSS Version 26 and SEM by utilizing Smart PLS Version 4 software.  The integration of data-driven tools and methodologies, specifically big data analytics (BDA) talent capability, business analytics, and BDA capacity management, has been shown to have a substantial and beneficial influence on green human resource management (GHRM). GHRM has optimistic impact on green creativity and green commitment. Individual green values positively moderate the impact of GHRM on green creativity and green commitment. Green psychological climate positively moderates the impact of GHRM on green creativity and green commitment. Green creativity and green commitment have significant influence on competitive advantage.
GREEN MARKETING AND ITS IMPACT ON CONUSMER PURCHASING BEHAVIOR OF BALOCHISTAN
Authors: Ghani Harris , Khan Chakar , Miraj Javed , Shaikh Javed Ahmed
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study is to find the relationship of green marketing and consumer purchasing behavior, data were collected from almost 67 respondents via questionnaire survey, also ANOVA and to test the relationship the regression model was used. The finding of research shows the significant relationship between green marketing variables on consumer purchasing behavior. The originality of this study is on the testing the simultaneous relationship between green marketing and consumer purchasing behavior. The study explores the impact of green marketing techniques on consumer purchase decisions in Balochistan. However, it has limitations, including a limited client base and respondents ages ranging 20-30. The study lacks supporting information for businesses involved in green marketing and related product lines. Further research is needed to confirm the findings and incorporate qualitative techniques for evaluating the effects of green marketing on environmental sustainability.
Sustainable Practices in the Textile Industry of Pakistan: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Dad Allah , Ahmed Asmarah , Zahid Umber
Published: March 2024

In an era where sustainability is paramount, this study ventures into assessing the complex factors influencing sustainability in Pakistan's textile industry. Given its economic significance and environmental impact, the research focuses on unraveling how governmental policies, technological innovations, management practices, and consumer awareness collectively shape sustainability outcomes. Central to this exploration is the mediating role of organizational commitment. Employing a structured survey among diverse industry stakeholders, the study uncovers that while external factors significantly drive sustainability performance, it is the depth of organizational commitment to sustainability that amplifies these effects. This intersection of various elements highlights the need for a multi-dimensional approach in steering the textile sector towards greater sustainability. The findings offer practical insights for policymakers and industry leaders, advocating for integrated strategies that marry regulatory frameworks, technological advancement, and internal cultural shifts towards sustainability. However, the study acknowledges its limitations and paves the way for future research, calling for broader, longitudinal explorations to deepen our understanding of sustainable practices in diverse economic contexts.
Development of Machine Tool Disassembly and Assembly Training and Digital Twin Model Building System based on Virtual Simulation
Authors: Zhao Guan , Wang Yanfei
Published: March 2024

In response to the issues of poor safety and insufficient training equipment in traditional machine tool assembly and disassembly training, this paper proposes a machine tool assembly and disassembly training system based on virtual simulation. The system utilizes Unity 3D to construct an interactive virtual training environment, achieving highly simulated simulations and teaching of the machine tool assembly and disassembly process. Additionally, the system is capable of establishing communication with actual machine tools, achieving bidirectional mapping between digital and physical spaces, allowing learners to observe the dynamic responses of machine tool models through the virtual environment. This virtual-real interaction mechanism enriches the application scenarios of the system, introducing digital twin technology into the virtual simulation of machine tool assembly and disassembly training. This paper also provides a detailed introduction to the design and implementation of core technologies such as the system's overall architecture, scene modeling, and virtual-real interaction, offering significant support for intelligent teaching in machine tool assembly and disassembly.
Design and Research on the Mechanical Structure of a Heavy-Duty Hexapod Robot with Bouncing Characteristics
Authors: Zhang Zeyu , Wang Jiaju , Wang Shiyun
Published: March 2024

Based on the lunar exploration project, a mechanical structure design scheme for a heavy-duty hexapod robot movement system with bounce characteristics was proposed. The materials used were determined by the robot's working environment and performance standards. The mechanical structure of a jumping heavy-duty hexapod robot was designed using SolidWorks 3D modeling software. Based on the analysis of the working modes of the root joint, hip joint, knee joint, and jumping energy storage mechanism, the main components of each joint and jumping energy storage mechanism were designed, and a single leg mechanism was obtained. Based on the special soil structure on the lunar surface, the foot end buffer mechanism was designed, and finite element stress analysis was conducted on the key components of the robot model, proving the rationality of the mechanical structure of a heavy-duty hexapod robot with bounce characteristics.
Properties of Molybdenum Disulfide and Preparation Method
Authors: Liu Zhiyuan
Published: March 2024

Behind the development of integrated circuits to the current brilliant era is the contribution of Moore's Law, which has guided the development prospects of the industry for a long time. But as transistors continue to shrink in size and thickness, silicon itself approaches its own physical limits and Moore's Law no longer applies. Therefore, scientists are eager to solve this puzzle by introducing new materials, including two-dimensional materials. Molybdenum disulfide has attracted much attention because of its special properties, and the preparation method needs to be studied deeply for large-scale use of molybdenum disulfide. There are many factors that affect the synthesis of single layer molybdenum disulfide, such as the amount of reaction source, air pressure, substrate, reaction temperature of two sources, source heating rate, holding time, relative position between molybdenum source and sulfur source substrate, gas flow, etc. In short, these reaction conditions are summarized, which mainly affect the concentration and reaction speed of sulfur source and molybdenum source in the reaction substrate position. In this paper, the effects of CVD on the quality of single layer disulfide were summarized and its development trend was prospected.
Simulation of Temperature Field in Railway Embankment Filling in Seasonal Frozen Areas
Authors: Yuan Ye
Published: March 2024

In order to examine the temperature field changes of railway roadbed in seasonal frozen areas under different filling heights, a typical cross-sectional model of Chagan Lake Station railway was established using the finite element numerical simulation software ANSYS. The temperature parameters of the roadbed were calculated based on the atmospheric temperature of local meteorological data, and the temperature fitting curve was used as the temperature boundary condition. Under different filling quantities, the temperature field of the roadbed was simulated for a freeze-thaw cycle, and the temperature curve changes were analyzed. The results indicate that as the filling height increases, the freezing depth line also increases accordingly. When the filling height is 2.5m, the maximum freezing depth at the roadbed is 1.7m. In a freeze-thaw cycle, the freezing process of soil develops from top to bottom, and the melting process develops in two directions: from top to bottom and from a certain depth of soil upwards, with the characteristics of "unidirectional freezing and bidirectional melting". The freezing period starts from early December of each year to the end of March of the following year, and completely melts until the end of April. Melting develops faster than freezing.
An important diagnosis of ascites and abdominal mass coexistence in a child: Peritoneal tuberculosis
Authors: Türedi Sezer Bilge , Çelik Fatih , Çalışkan Yusuf , Türkel Turgut , Emin Balkan Mehmet , Kılıç Nizamettin
Published: March 2024

Tuberculosis is still a life-threatening disease worldwide, particularly in developing countries. Miliary tuberculosis is an important diagnosis in children which needs urgent treatment. A 15-year-old male patient was investigated for an abdominal mass with the symptoms of chronic abdominal pain, weight loss, and ascites. On ultrasonography, a 4.5x4x4 cm sized mass that could not be differentiated whether cystic or solid was defined at left paraumbilical region. During laparotomy, widespread punctate granulomas were seen on the intestinal surfaces, peritoneum, and thickened omentum. Tissue biopsies were taken with preliminary diagnosis of possible tuberculosis. The pathological examination was compatible with granulomatous inflammation involving caseous necrosis. In conclusion, miliary tuberculosis with abdominal involvement is a rare type of the disease and can also be seen in pediatric patients without lung tuberculosis. Percutaneous sampling of ascites fluid may not be enough for the diagnosis. Tissue sampling is the most appropriate method for diagnosis and timely treatment for abdominal tuberculosis in children.
Multiple isolated enteric duplication cysts in newborn: An unusual cause of sepsis
Authors: Kılıç Sinan , Tutar Süleyman , Fatih Şanlı Muhammet
Published: March 2024

Gastrointestinal duplication cysts are uncommon congenital anomaly that may occur anywhere throughout the gastrointestinal system from the mouth to the anus. While cysts occur usually in the small bowel, the stomach ranks third after the small intestine and esophagus. As these cysts may be complicated by infection and other complications such as bleeding or obstruction, they should be treated with complete excision before the symptoms start. Although duplication cysts more often cause symptoms related to signs of obstruction, they may also present with clinical sepsis. In this article, we present a newborn case with a large duplication cyst adjacent to the ileum and the greater curvature of the stomach and a second simple cyst under the liver.
Telemedicine practices in the pediatric urology department
Authors: Barış Yücel Ömer , Tekin Ali , Avcı Denizay , Tiryaki Sibel , Bağcı Uygar , Ulman İbrahim
Published: March 2024

Objectives: In this study, we aimed to assess the perspective of the patients and the parents regarding their satisfaction with the televisits in our center.

Patients and methods: Between November 2019 and December 2021, a total of 247 participants (155 males, 92 girls, median age 76.9 months; range, 4.9 to 518.6 months) who met the inclusion criteria were analyzed. A questionnaire which was prepared to evaluate parents' satisfaction with telemedicine, was sent to parents of the children who were evaluated with televisits.

Results: There was no statistically significant difference between the groups in terms of the satisfaction and simplicity scores according to the diagnosis (p=0.099 and p=0.243, respectively). Also, 77% of parents in our study found televisits similar to face-to-face (in-person) visits.

Conclusion: Our study results show that patient satisfaction with televisit is high in terms of ease of use, shortened travel time and reduced cost. In addition, televisit provides parents with a positive opportunity to take time off from work. The majority of our participants reported that they desired to continue televisit after the end of the pandemic.
Yanığı olan çocuklarda ağrı yönetimi ile ilgili hemşirelik alanında yapılan lisansüstü tezlerin incelenmesi
Authors: Ardahan Akgül Esra , Eroğlu Birsen
Published: March 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmada, yanığı olan çocuklarda ağrı deneyimine ilişkin hemşireler tarafından yapılan lisansüstü tezler incelendi.

Hastalar ve Yöntemler: Bu çalışmada, Yüksek Öğretim Kurulu Başkanlığı Ulusal Tez Merkezi veri tabanı kullanılarak yanığı olan çocuklarda ağrı deneyimine ilişkin tüm tezler 10 Temmuz 2023 - 14 Temmuz 2023 tarihleri arasında tarandı. Veri tabanında 432 teze ulaşıldı. Dahil edilme ve dışlanma kriterlerine göre tezler değerlendirildi ve kriterlere uyan altı tez çalışmaya alındı.

Bulgular: Tezlerden üçü yüksek lisans tezi ve üçü doktora tezi idi. Tezlerin yayımlanma zamanı 1999-2022 yılları arasında değişmekteydi. Tezlerin türleri incelendiğinde, ikisi randomize kontrollü, biri yarı deneysel ve üçü tanımlayıcı çalışmaydı. Tezlerden dördünün örneklemini çocuklar, ikisini çocuklar ve ebeveynleri oluşturuyordu. Çalışmaların ikisi pansuman sırasında sanal gerçeklik gözlüğü kullanımının ağrıya etkisini ve biri farklı pansuman materyallerinin ağrıya etkisini inceledi. Bir çalışma yanık ağrısının uykuya etkisini ve bir çalışma taburculuk sonrası sorunlara etkisini inceledi. Bir çalışma ise, çocukların ağrısının belirlenmesi amacıyla yapıldı.

Sonuç: Literatürde yanığı olan çocukların ağrısının azaltılması ya da yönetilmesi amacıyla yapılan tez çalışmalarının sayısı azdır. Ağrının değerlendirilmesi ve azaltılmasına yönelik daha fazla sayıda tez yürütülmesi önerilmektedir.
Does the severity of anal fissure trigger constipation?
Authors: Avcı Veli , Tahir Huyut Mehmet
Published: March 2024

Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of the severity of anal fissure on the occurrence of constipation.

Patients and methods: Between January 2021 and February 2023, a total of 141 patients (66 males, 75 females; median age: 3 years; range, 3 to 6 years) who were diagnosed with anal fissure according to the Rome IV criteria in our clinic were retrospectively analyzed. The number of anal fissures was rated as mild if it was 1-2, moderate if it was 3-4, and severe if it was 5 or more. The patients' ages, sex, number of fissures, and the number of patients with constipation complaints were recorded.

Results: Of a total of 141 anal fissure patients, 15 complained of constipation. The number of patients with moderate and severe fissures who experienced constipation was found to be significantly higher than those who did not. However, the constipation problem in patients with mild fissure was significantly less than in those without anal fissure.

Conclusion: There is a highly significant positive relationship between anal fissure severity and constipation. The risk of moderate and severe anal fissure increases the likelihood of triggering constipation.
Türkiye’de çocuk cerrahisi uzmanlarının çalışma koşulları, iş gücü ve iş yükü
Authors: Kaya Mete
Published: March 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmada Türkiye’de çocuk cerrahisi uzmanlarının çalışma koşulları, iş gücü ve iş yükü incelendi.

Gereç ve yöntemler: Temmuz 2023 - Ağustos 2023 tarihleri arasında 50 ilden toplam 152 çocuk cerrahı çalışmaya dahil edildi. Katılımcıların mevcut çalışma koşulları, sorunlara çözüm önerileri ve beklentilerini araştırmak üzere bir anket kullanıldı. Sonuçlar yüzdelik ve sayısal olarak tasnif edildi.

Bulgular: Katılımcıların toplam %58’i mesleklerini yapmaktan memnun idi. Artmış iş yüküne rağmen, katılımcıların yarısı çocuk cerrahı sayısının artmasıyla sorunların çözülemeyeceğini belirtti. Katılımcıların yarısı acil olgulara erişkin cerrahlarının müdahale edebileceği görüşündeydi. En önemli sorun, emeğin maddi karşılığının yetersiz olması idi.

Sonuç: Çocuk cerrahisinin iş gücünün önemi ve ihtiyacının doğru belirlenmesi ve iş yükünün azaltılması için meslek kuruluşları ve ilgili kurullar ile çalışılarak geleceğe dönük planlamalar yapılmalıdır.
Enterobius vermicularis: A cause or an incidental finding in pediatric appendicitis?
Authors: Gerçel Gonca , İhsan Anadolulu Ali , Hakan Kocaman Osman , Yol Cansu
Published: March 2024

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the incidence of Enterobius vermicularis (E. vermicularis) in appendectomy specimens and its contribution to the pathogenesis of appendicitis.

Patients and methods: The files of appendectomy specimens from patients who had E. vermicularis between June 2016 and June 2022 were reviewed retrospectively. The samples of patients whose appendectomy specimens showed E. vermicularis were analyzed in three groups according to the results of histopathological evaluation: reactive lymphoid hyperplasia, acute appendicitis, and perforated appendicitis.

Results: The files of 1,334 patients were examined, and E. vermicularis was found histopathological in 24 (1.8%) patients (15 males, 9 females; mean age: 11.2±2.9 years; range, 7 to 17 years). Histopathological examination of appendectomy specimens revealed reactive lymphoid hyperplasia in 15, acute appendicitis in six, and perforated appendicitis in three. Only neutrophil counts were significantly different in patients with reactive lymphoid hyperplasia and acute appendicitis (p<0.05).

Conclusion: The high rate of histopathological reactive lymph nodes in appendectomy specimens with E. vermicularis suggests that this parasite is found incidentally in the appendix. Differentiating enterobiasis from true appendicitis may prevent unnecessary appendectomies.
Evaluation of urethral traumas in children: A retrospective analysis
Authors: Kaba Mehmet , Kılıç Sinan , Gecit İlhan
Published: March 2024

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate posttraumatic urethral injuries treated at two centers and evaluate the findings in light of the existing literature.

Patients and methods: The records of 14 male patients (mean age: 10.2±2.9 years; range, 4 to 13 years) who underwent treatment for urethral trauma between 2010 and 2015 at the first clinic and between 2017 and 2022 at the second clinic were retrospectively analyzed. Variables including age, sex, etiology of trauma, location of urethral injury, presence of associated injuries, surgical interventions performed, and treatment outcomes were systematically assessed.

Results: Motor vehicle accidents emerged as the most frequent cause of injury with eight (57.1%) patients. Urethral injuries were observed in seven patients at the bladder neck, six at the posterior urethra, and one at the anterior urethra. Two patients sustained complete injuries, whereas partial injuries were identified in the remaining 12 cases. All patients initially received either a cystofix catheter or a urethral catheter. Two patients underwent open urethroplasty, while internal urethrotomy was performed in 10 patients. Two patients experienced spontaneous recovery without the need for surgical intervention. The patients achieved complete recovery from their initial presentation.

Conclusion: Although open repair of urethral injuries may offer a lower risk of recurrence, delayed internal urethrotomy, which is a less invasive approach, should be considered the primary treatment choice in children.
Is it possible to predict appendicitis caused by Enterobius vermicularis before surgery?
Authors: Sarmis Abdurrahman , Seneldir Hatice , Ihsan Anadolulu Ali
Published: March 2024

Objectives: This study aimed to develop statistical models based on hemogram data to predict the presence of the nematode parasite Enterobius vermicularis (EV) in the appendix before surgery.

Patients and methods: The retrospective case-control study was generated from histopathological data of appendectomy 9,605 patients between January 1, 2007, and August 1, 2023. Enterobius vermicularis was detected in 32 patients (24 pediatric and 8 adult patients). Six patients were excluded due to missing hemograms, and 26 participants (pediatric patients: 10 males, 9 females; mean age: 11.1±4.4 years; range, 2 to 17 years & adult patients: 1 male, 6 females; mean age: 39.9±14.7 years; range, 22 to 68 years) were evaluated. The control (non-EV) group was composed of 99 randomly selected patients (42 males, 57 females; mean age: 18.3±13.5 years; range, 2 to 68 years) of nonparasitic acute appendicitis with available preoperative hemogram data. Univariate analysis was conducted on hemogram parameters to compare the groups, followed by predictive modeling using binomial logistic regression.

Results: Enterobius vermicularis was present in 0.33% of all appendicitis patients and in 0.54% of pediatric patients. Histopathological diagnosis of appendicitis was present in 46.8% of EV patients, with a higher rate among pediatric patients (50%) compared to adult patients (37.5%). Patients with EV exhibited significantly lower counts of neutrophils and white blood cells in comparison to the non-EV group (p-values 0.031 and 0.046, respectively). The most effective EV prediction model (area under the curve: 0.685 [0.528-0.770]) ultimately included platelet distribution width and neutrophil count after evaluating all parameters (with corresponding p-values of 0.022 and 0.042, respectively).

Conclusion: It is difficult to predict the presence of EV based on hemogram data prior to appendectomy. Studies that collect large amounts of data from multiple centers and different populations could provide better predictive models.
La Ciudad de México en el siglo XXI. Entre lo deseado y lo construido
Authors: Gallegos Navarrete Blanca Margarita
Published: March 2024

La Ciudad de México ha transitado por diferentes transformaciones socio espaciales que no obedecen a un solo factor sino a la  interacción de los diferentes sistemas que la componen, es decir, cada uno de sus componentes se entrelazan y se afectan  mutuamente y a sí mismos; no son aislables, esto es porque corresponden a un sistema complejo, abierto y dinámico como lo es laciudad. Este artículo deriva de una investigación más amplia, donde se busca entender la situación actual mediante el análisis de su trayectoria a través del tiempo. En este caso, el estudio no se centra en personajes y hechos, sino que, basado en el pensamiento complejo y la teoría general de sistemas (específicamente desde el principio de la recursividad), se interpretan las interacciones entre los sistemas: político normativo, económico, social y demográfico y el espacial, así como la influencia del neoliberalismo y globalización. El presente artículo se centra en el siglo XXI y sus antecedentes.
¡Qué amargo despertar!” Desigualdad y dependencia durante el Ciclo de expansión del salitre en Chile (1880-1930). Un balance historiográfico
Authors: Acosta Torres Óscar A.
Published: March 2024

La “era del nitrato” (1880-1930) involucró un flujo importante de capitales y una entrada de dinero constante al Estado chileno. Sin embargo, desde inicios del siglo XX se percibía un contraste entre el optimismo que generó el ciclo salitrero frente a los múltiples problemas políticos y sociales que se estaban librando. A través de un balancehistoriográfico este trabajo intenta explicar por qué la riqueza del salitre no supuso desarrollo e independencia económica para Chile. Para ello se analizan las formas en las que Chile se integró a las dinámicas del capitalismo mundial, los medios por los que el Estado chileno se benefició de la explotación del mineral y, finalmente, cómo esto se expresó en la distribución de los ingresos de los chilenos.
The opportunities and challenges of generative AI for the development of the accounting Industry
Authors: Yang Liu
Published: March 2024

Against the backdrop of rapid information technology development, generative AI technology has become a key driver in advancing the accounting industry. This paper discusses the opportunities that generative AI, represented by ChatGPT, brings to the accounting industry. These opportunities include driving workflow automation, enhancing review efficiency, and aiding scientific research. The article discusses challenges related to the authenticity and usability of output data, privacy and security of accounting data, and the shortage of technical talent. The author proposes strategies to address these challenges, including fostering critical thinking and awareness, strengthening the training and development of GPT models specific to accounting, enhancing data and privacy protection, and promoting relevant training for accounting professionals. This study addresses the research gap in the application of ChatGPT in the accounting industry. Its practical significance lies in promoting technological advancement and high-quality development in China's accounting industry.
Studies on the Benefits of Cogon Grass (Imperata cylindrica L) in Indonesia: A Review
Authors: Kanedi Mohammad , Setyaningrum Endah , Handyani Kusuma , Abdullah Setiawan Wawan
Published: March 2024

Cogon grass (Imperata cylindrica L.) is one of the most invasive weeds in the world which causes many losses in agriculture and plantations. To find added value from cogon grass, in many countries in the world, including Indonesia, various studies have been carried out on the aspects that can be utilized from this grass. In this article, the results of a study of published research articles on cogon grass that have been carried out in Indonesia by Indonesian researchers are presented. The results showed that there were at least 48 research articles on the cogon grass found. There are five benefits of cogon grass were found, namely as a source of allelopathic ingredients for weed control, a source of pharmacological medicinal ingredients, general health maintenance ingredients, a source of animal feed, and a source of energy.
Robotics in Manufacturing: A Review of Advances in Automation and Workforce Implications
Authors: Adekola Adebayo Riliwan , Constance Obiuto Nwankwo , Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria Igberaese , Kayode Olajiga Oladiran
Published: March 2024

The integration of robotics in manufacturing processes has undergone significant advancements, reshaping the landscape of industrial production and introducing transformative changes. This review explores the latest developments in robotics within the manufacturing sector, shedding light on the technological breakthroughs and their implications on the workforce. The recent surge in robotics adoption in manufacturing has been driven by the pursuit of increased efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness. From traditional robotic arms to cutting-edge collaborative robots (cobots) that work alongside human operators, the manufacturing industry has witnessed a paradigm shift. Advanced robotic systems equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms enable adaptive and autonomous decision-making, further enhancing their capabilities. Automation in manufacturing, fueled by robotics, has yielded numerous benefits such as improved product quality, reduced production cycle times, and increased overall productivity. The review delves into case studies and real-world applications where robotics have proven instrumental in optimizing manufacturing processes across diverse industries. However, as the manufacturing landscape evolves, the implications for the workforce cannot be overlooked. The integration of robotics poses challenges and opportunities for human workers. While automation has the potential to eliminate routine and hazardous tasks, it also necessitates upskilling and reskilling of the workforce to operate, program, and maintain robotic systems. The review examines the socio-economic impacts of increased automation, discussing potential shifts in employment patterns and the need for a strategic approach to workforce development. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the advances in robotics within manufacturing and their profound implications on the workforce. Striking a balance between automation and human collaboration is crucial for the future of manufacturing, emphasizing the importance of proactive strategies to harness the benefits of robotics while ensuring a resilient and adaptable workforce.
Sustainable Development and Renewable Energy Policy: A Review of Global Trends and Success Stories
Authors: Kayode Olajiga Oladiran , Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria Igberaese , Adekola Adebayo Riliwan , Constance Obiuto Nwankwo
Published: March 2024

As the world grapples with the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, the imperative for sustainable development and the adoption of renewable energy policies has become increasingly apparent. This comprehensive review explores the global landscape of sustainable development and renewable energy policies, shedding light on emerging trends and success stories that offer valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners. The paper begins by examining the evolving international discourse surrounding sustainable development, emphasizing the crucial role of renewable energy in mitigating the adverse effects of climate change. It delves into the key principles and frameworks that guide global efforts towards sustainable development, highlighting the interconnectedness of economic, social, and environmental dimensions. The review identifies and analyzes the diverse approaches and strategies employed by countries worldwide to integrate renewable energy into their policy frameworks. Case studies from various regions showcase successful initiatives, emphasizing the impact of well-designed policies on fostering a transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems. Examples of effective policy instruments, such as feed-in tariffs, renewable energy targets, and innovative financing mechanisms, are explored to provide a nuanced understanding of the factors contributing to success. Furthermore, the review critically assesses the challenges and barriers hindering the widespread adoption of renewable energy policies, including policy inconsistencies, technological constraints, and socio-economic factors. Insights gained from the analysis offer valuable lessons for refining existing policies and developing new strategies to accelerate the global shift towards sustainable and renewable energy solutions. This review serves as a comprehensive resource for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders, offering a nuanced understanding of the current global trends in sustainable development and renewable energy policies. By drawing upon success stories and identifying key challenges, it provides a roadmap for fostering effective and scalable solutions to address the urgent need for a sustainable energy future.
First Line Chemotherapy in Metastatic Colorectal Cancers: A Review
Authors: Colombo Alfredo , Bordonaro Roberto , Sciacchitano Tommaso , Maria Porretto Concetta
Published: March 2024

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a common malignancy detected. Approximately, 22% of CRCs are metastatic at initial diagnosis, and about 70% of patients will eventually develop metastatic relapse. Metastatic colorectal cancer is a disease with poor prognosis whose treatment is always palliative chemotherapy. Today, thanks to the knowledge of molecular biology and the discoveries of new pathways, we have managed to increase survival to around 40 months which can increase thanks to the use of surgery and locoregional treatments. The choice of chemotherapy in these patients therefore depends on the characteristics of the molecular profile and includes, in fit patients, chemotherapy with the addition of targeted therapies. In this article, we examine the most recent data from randomized clinical trials supporting the use of chemotherapy triplets or doublets as well as the addition of bevacizumab or anti-epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) agents.
An Appraisal of the Social- Legal Dynamics of Conflicts in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria
Authors: S Okogbule Nlerum , T Brown Cleverline
Published: March 2024

The peculiar position and significance of the Niger Delta region to the economic and political stability of Nigeria is self-evident. As the region with the largest deposit of crude oil and gas which is the mainstay of the economy, the Niger Delta necessarily occupies a central place in the economic destiny of the country. It is pedestrian that the exploration and exploitation of crude oil is now a common phenomenon in the area and the presence of numerous oil locations and gas flare points all over the region is a clear confirmation of the prevalence of oil related activities in the Niger Delta. This paper examines the various types and causes of conflicts pervading the Niger Delta Region till date and notes that unless there is equitable distribution of the proceeds of the petroleum sector and a buy-in of the relevant stakeholders, the drivers of the conflict ravaging the region will continue to thrive.
Beyond Automation: Innovating Next-Generation Robotic Intelligence
Authors: Pasupuleti Murali Krishna
Published: March 2024

Abstract: This chapter explores into the transformative journey of robotic
intelligence, tracing its evolution from basic automation to the dawn of next-generation
robots capable of learning, adapting, and innovating. We explore the intricate tapestry
of technologies fueling this innovation, including advanced machine learning algorithms,
neural networks, sensor technologies, and the integration of robotics with cutting-edge
fields like quantum computing and blockchain. The narrative navigates through the myriad
challenges—technical, ethical, and societal—that accompany the advancement of robotic
intelligence, emphasizing the critical role of responsible innovation. Through case
studies and future outlooks, the chapter showcases the potential of robotic intelligence
to redefine industries, augment human capabilities, and address complex global
challenges. The integration of these elements ensures that the development of robotic
intelligence is not just about pushing the boundaries of what machines can do. It's
about creating a future where technology enhances human life, addresses global
challenges, and contributes to a society where both humans and machines can thrive. This
holistic approach to the development of robotic intelligence highlights the importance
of steering technological progress in a direction that amplifies human potential and
supporting the growth and advancement of technology in a way that is beneficial to
society. Keywords: Robotic Intelligence,Automation,Machine Learning,Neural
Networks,Sensor Technologies,Quantum Computing,Blockchain Technology,Ethical
AI,Human-Robot Collaboration and Technological Innovation.
Commercial Determinants of Health and its influence on trauma care
Authors: Gunawardena Asela
Published: March 2024

As the World Health Organization (WHO) states, Commercial determinants of health (CDoH) are the private sector activities that affect people’s health, directly or indirectly, positively or negatively. The private sector influences the social, physical, and cultural environments through business actions and societal engagements. CDoH includes all products and services provided by private entities to gain a financial profit, market strategies, research funding, working conditions, production externalities, and political activities, such as misinformation, lobbying, and donations. Some parts of the private sector also use instrumental, structural, and discursive power to undermine public health policies that threaten profits. Therefore CDoH impacts a wide range of health outcomes, such as non-communicable diseases, communicable diseases and epidemics, injuries on roads and from weapons, violence, and mental health conditions
Development of a Web-Based Automated Production Inventory System
Authors: Parmana Rafi Rasyid , De Nerol Ivan , Angeline Ester , Kamil Dhafa
Published: March 2024

This research focuses on the design of an automatic counting system for production items using the ESP32 microcontroller and E18-D80NK sensor. The main objective of the study is to address inventory issues, particularly in the context of manual counting of production items, which is susceptible to shortages and inaccuracies.
The proposed automatic counting device aims to provide a solution to enhance employee performance efficiency and reduce the risk of human errors. The integration of the ESP32 microcontroller as a data processor and the E18-D80NK sensor as an information capture device will allow easy access to calculation results through a website interface.
The primary advantage of this system is its ability to prevent potential data forgery in production and provide more accurate calculation results. With data storage on a website platform, tracking production history becomes more effective, enabling in-depth analysis of overall production performance.
This research proposes an integrated solution to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accuracy in the production counting process. With the implementation of this technology, it is expected that the automated production system can be a strategic step towards improving productivity and the reliability of production information.
A Brief Review of Power Quality Issues Emerged due to Modernization of Power System Infrastructure
Authors: Bajaj Mohit
Published: March 2024

The architecture of power systems is evolving daily due to technological advancements aimed at reducing energy consumption and improving the environment. However, this improvement in the architecture of the network has affected the quality of the electricity and is producing several problems associated with the quality of power supplied. In a broad sense, the recent standard procedures for power generation, transmission and distribution are the root cause of the recently discovered problems with power quality. Investigating these problems is essential to accurately forecast the stochastic impacts on today network's functioning and locate the best remedy for these problems. This study includes a discussion on quality challenges that evolved due to modernization in the infrastructure of power network and an evaluation of the latest solutions presented in the literature to overcome those difficulties. This paper also makes recommendations for the future scope of research that should be done to address these new power quality problems.
COVID-19 Detection in CT Images using Deep Transfer Learning
Authors: A. Anbarasi  , K. C. Nithyasree
Published: March 2024

Confronting the COVID-19 pandemic introduced by newest corona virus, SARS-CoV-2, is one of the human species' most influential problems today. The fast identification and isolation of infected patients is a crucial factor in slowing down the spread of the virus. The Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) process, one of the basic methods for COVID-19 recognition, is time-consuming in addition short-lived due to the pandemic. Deep learning applied to patients' CT images has given away hopeful results popular the identification of COVID-19 in this context. The powerful net family of CNN models using CT images to perform COVID-19 recognition is suggested in this article by VGG-16. As a consequence, COVID-19 detection was proposed as a VGG-16 model with an overall accuracy of 98.33 percent. We assume that, both in terms of productivity and efficiency, the published figures reflect modern outcomes.
Do the Lifestyle and Socio-Economic Status of Students' Parents Affect Students' Consumption Behavior? An empirical study on Satya Wiyata Mandala University Students
Authors: Sanusi Dian Anugrah , Letarius Tunjanan  , Detty Sajow
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study is to examine how Satya Wiyata Mandala University students' consumption patterns are influenced by their lifestyle choices and their parents' socioeconomic standing. This study employs a survey research design and a quantitative methodology. The sample in this study consisted of 197 students, whereas the population consisted of all Satya Wiyata Mandala University students. The method used to collect data is the distribution of questionnaires. With the aid of the SPSS 21 program, statistical analysis is used in the data analysis approach. The study's findings indicate that parents' socioeconomic level and lifestyle choices have an impact on pupils' consumption habits. This study's conclusion is that while examining students' consumption patterns, lifestyle variables and parents' socioeconomic level should be taken into consideration..
From Kitchen to Digital World: E-Business Implementation Strategies in the Culinary Sector Household Industry
Authors: Muhammad  , Isma Andika , Alisyahbana Andi Naila Quin Azisah
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this research is to find out the application of the culinary sector household industry and the positive impact in the application of e-business in Makassar City. The subject of this research is the community of Makassar City, which has a home industry that is still classified as a middle to lower class business. This type of research is descriptive qualitative using observation, interview, and documentation data collection. The results showed that the home industry is able to expand employment and provide broad economic opportunities to the community. Maintaining the existence of the home industry is that it must be able to compete, create new creativity and innovation, and increase capital to further develop its business in the present and in the future. home industry players pay more attention to marketed products and try to learn and add knowledge about doing business online and the Makassar City government must pay more attention to the home industry by providing training, both for production and marketing of the products produced.
Exploration of Entrepreneurial Attitudes: A Comparison Between Indigenous and Chinese Ethnicity
Authors: Rahmah Hikmah , Riyanti Apriani , Lapasau Merry , Setiawati Sulis , Idaman Syukrio
Published: March 2024

This research is a comparational study that aims to determine the differences in entrepreneurial attitudes between ethnic Chinese entrepreneurs and ethnic Indigenous entrepreneurs in Mamajang District and Wajo District, Makassar city. This research is quantitative research. The population in this study were ethnic Chinese entrepreneurs and ethnic Indigenous entrepreneurs in Mamajang and Wajo sub-districts, with a research sample of 60 entrepreneurs divided into two, namely 30 entrepreneurs from Chinese ethnicity and 30 entrepreneurs from Indigenous ethnicity. The sampling technique used was snowball sampling. The data analysis method in this study uses the t-test. The results of the difference test using the t-test technique obtained a value of t = 3.481 with a significance value or p = 0.001. These results indicate that there are differences in entrepreneurial attitudes between ethnic Chinese and indigenous ethnicities in mamajang sub-district and wajo sub-district of Makassar city. The results showed that ethnic Chinese entrepreneurs have a higher entrepreneurial attitude than ethnic indigenous entrepreneurs. Testing on each aspect found a difference in the aspects of discipline and independence with ethnic Chinese having a higher score than ethnic natives while in the aspects of high commitment, honesty, creative and innovative and realistic found no difference.