bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Kompetensi dan Komitmen Organisasi terhadap Kinerja Guru dengan Motivasi sebagai Variabel Intervening pada Yayasan Murni Padang
Authors: Selvi Oktavia Azra Putri  , M Fuan  , Andre Ilyas
Published: February 2025

This research aims to determine the effect of competence on motivation, the effect of organizational commitment on motivation, the effect of competence on teacher performance, and the effect of organizational commitment on teacher performance at the Murni Padang Foundation. The sample used in this research was the Teachers of the Murni Padang Foundation, Jl. Nipah No.33, Berok Nipah, West Padang, Padang City, West Sumatra. Totaling 40 respondents.   The data collection methods used were library studies and field studies. The instruments of this research are observation and questionnaires.   The data analysis method used is Structural Equation Model Partial Least (SEM-PLS) using SMART PLS 3.0 software.  The results of this study indicate that there is a significant influence between competence on motivation, there is an insignificant influence between organizational commitment on motivation, there is a significant influence between competence on teacher performance, there is a significant influence between organizational commitment on teacher performance, there is a significant influence Between motivation and teacher performance, there is a significant influence between competence on teacher performance through motivation, there is an insignificant influence between organizational commitment on teacher performance through motivation.
Pengaruh Sosial Media Marketing dan Kualitas Pelayanan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Melalui Minat Beli Konsumen sebagai Variabel Intervening pada Toko Liza Kosmetik Padang
Authors: Anisah Fitria Efendi  , Vicky Brama Kumbara  , Emil Salim
Published: February 2025

This research aims to determine and try to analyze the influence of social media marketing and service quality on purchasing decisions through purchase interest at the Liza Cosmetics Padang store. This research is a Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) model with the SmartPLS 3.0 analysis tool. The population and sample for this study were visitors to the Liza Cosmetics Padang shop. The research results found that there is an influence between Social Media Marketing on Purchase Interest. There is an influence between Service Quality on Purchase Intention. There is an influence between Social Media Marketing on Purchasing Decisions. There is no influence between Service Quality on Purchasing Decisions. There is an influence between Purchase Interest and Purchase Decisions. Purchase Interest mediates Social Media Marketing on Purchase Decisions. Purchase Interest mediates Service Quality on Purchase Decisions.
Die Homologie bei Thukydides: Formular, Funktion und Debatte
Authors: Scheibelreiter Philipp
Published: February 2025

In his account of the ‘Peloponnesian War’, Thucydides also describes many capitulation treaties, most of which are referred to as homologies (ὁμολογίαι). Since Thucydides makes use of a legal-technical terminology and the treaties often seem to be designed according to a similar pattern, it is argued in the literature that Thucydides consulted original documents and, based on their wording, integrated them into his work, perhaps even quoted them. The corpus of these ὁμολογίαι will be analysed in this study on the basis of three questions: (1) What terminology does Thucydides use? (2) How is the treaty-making process presented? (3) How does Thucydides refer to the respective performance content of a ὁμολογία? On this basis, international law can also make a valuable contribution to the current heated debate on the structure and significance of homology in the 5th/4 th century BC.
Considerazioni su isotimia e cittadinanza in alcuni decreti tessalici
Authors: Loddo Laura
Published: February 2025

Obiettivo dell’articolo è di riflettere sul significato della concessione dell’isotimia, che vale letteralmente “uguaglianza di diritti”, e della sua associazione con la formula epigrafica pathontessi kai drasantessi (di seguito abbreviata in path-/dras-) nei decreti tessalici, e di esplorare il suo rapporto con altri onori concessi a benefattori stranieri, in particolare la cittadinanza. La prima parte del saggio si concentra sull’identificazione e l’analisi dei documenti in cui l’isotimia compare insieme alla formula path-/dras-. La seconda parte dell’articolo estende l’indagine ai documenti letterari ed epigrafici ritenuti utili per chiarire il valore dell’isotimia. La conclusione che se ne trae è che l’isotimia non è del tutto sinonimo di cittadinanza (nozione che la comprende), ma ne rappresenta piuttosto un attributo. L’isotimia rende esplicita una prerogativa che è intrinsecamente implicita nella naturalizzazione, ossia la possibilità per i cittadini naturalizzati di condividere i diritti che appartengono ai cittadini autoctoni. Combinata con la formula path-/dras-, l’isotimia indica l’uguaglianza dei diritti sia dal punto di vista attivo (ricoprire cariche pubbliche) sia da quello passivo (sottomettersi all’autorità dei magistrati).
Winfried Schmitz, Leges Draconis et Solonis (LegDrSol)
Authors: Maffi Alberto
Published: February 2025

Winfried Schmitz, Leges Draconis et Solonis (LegDrSol). Eine neue Edition der Gesetze Drakons und Solons mit Übersetzung und historischer Einordnung, unter Mitarbeit von Anja Dorn und Tino Shahin, Historia Einzelschrift 270, Stuttgart (Franz Steiner Verlag) 2023, 2 Bände, XIII+943 S., ISBN: 978-3-515-13361-6.
Raimund Schulz, Uwe Walter, Griechische Geschichte ca. 800-322 v. Chr
Authors: Maffi Alberto
Published: February 2025

Raimund Schulz, Uwe Walter, Griechische Geschichte ca. 800-322 v. Chr, Band 1: Darstellung, p. XV + 278, ISBN 978-3-486-58831-6; Band 2: Forschung und Literatur, p. XV + 378, ISBN 978-3-11-076245-7, De Gruyter, Berlin/Boston 2022.
Uwe Walter, Hellas und das große Ganze. Die alten Griechen in „Weltgeschichten“ zwischen Geschichtswissenschaft, Buchverlagen und historischer Bildung
Authors: Maffi Alberto
Published: February 2025

Uwe Walter, Hellas und das große Ganze. Die alten Griechen in „Weltgeschichten“ zwischen Geschichtswissenschaft, Buchverlagen und historischer Bildung, unter Mitwirkung von Mailin Herjürgen und Richard Knaak, Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht 2023, p. 166
Role of Covariates in Case Control Studies with Skewed Exposure: Evidence from Monte Carlo Simulations
Authors: K Yashaswini , Pinto Anna Maria
Published: February 2025

Case-control studies, a widely used observational study design, are essential for investigating the association between exposure and outcomes. In such studies, logistic regression is commonly employed to analyse the relationship between binary outcome and exposure, accounting for covariates, confounders, and effect modifiers. However, skewed exposure distributions, where the exposure is disproportionately distributed among cases and controls, pose significant challenges.This study aims to address these challenges by conducting a series of Monte Carlo simulation experiments to assess the impact of skewed exposure on the power of the Wald test and the bias in estimated logistic regression coefficients. The simulations focus on the role of continuous covariates in producing reliable estimates of exposure effects. The study highlights the importance of preliminary knowledge of exposure and covariate effects, as these factors play a crucial role in selecting an appropriate sample size. These simulations, which required significant computational time, highlight the robustness of the estimates with larger sample sizes and a greater number of covariates, eliminating the potential bias introduced by skewed exposure.
Studio pilota di traduzione in italiano e validazione culturale di uno strumento per valutare il debriefing: il Debriefing Assessment for Simulation in Healthcare (DASH)
Authors: Lomuscio Sonia , Ingrassia Pierluigi , Mastroieni Andrea , Parozzi Mauro , Bernardini Michela , Ghizzardi Greta
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND: Il debriefing rappresenta una componente essenziale del processo di apprendimento esperienziale; pertanto, è fondamentale disporre di strumenti condivisi per valutarne la qualità e fornire un feedback strutturato agli istruttori. Il Debriefing Assessment for Simulation in Healthcare (DASH) è uno strumento progettato per supportare lo sviluppo e la valutazione delle competenze di debriefing.
OBIETTIVO:Tradurre in italiano e adattare culturalmente gli strumenti Debriefing Assessment for Simulation in Healthcare (DASH).
MATERIALI E METODI:È stata effettuata la traduzione diretta, la revisione e la retrotraduzione di tutte le schede di valutazione e del Rater’s Handbook – Manuale del DASH. La retrotraduzione è stata esaminata dagli autori originali del DASH e discussa con i traduttori per produrre una traduzione armonizzata approvata.
RISULTATI:Le schede di punteggio DASH e il Manuale sono stati sottoposti a tre round di revisioni iterative tra i traduttori e il revisore, che si sono incontrati online per raggiungere un linguaggio comune e replicarlo su tutte le schede di punteggio e sul Manuale. Sono state riscontrate un totale di 9 discrepanze tra la retrotraduzione e la versione originale degli strumenti, tutte affrontate dagli autori della versione italiana. Nella retrotraduzione del Manuale non è stata rilevata alcuna discrepanza.
CONCLUSIONI:Si auspica che l'applicazione del DASH nei contesti appropriati consenta di ottenere risultati positivi, offrendo feedback oggettivi ai debriefer e contribuendo così a migliorare la qualità dei debriefing condotti, con ricadute potenzialmente positive sull'efficacia dei risultati di apprendimento. Ricerche future saranno necessarie per valutare la stabilità nel tempo, la robustezza e l'affidabilità dello strumento nella sua versione italiana.
GENETIC POLYMORPHISMS OF CYP11B2 GENE IN HYPERTENSION
Authors: MAZHAR S , WAJID A , FIRDOUS U
Published: February 2025

Hypertension is a complex, multifactorial disease influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Essential hypertension is partially hereditary, with alterations in aldosterone synthesis and regulation potentially playing a role. Low-renin hypertension, characterized by an elevated ratio of aldosterone to plasma renin activity, is associated with inappropriate aldosterone biosynthesis. The cytochrome P450 family 11 subfamily B member 2 (CYP11B2) gene, which encodes aldosterone synthase, has been suggested as a possible candidate in the genetic predisposition to hypertension. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the association between the CYP11B2 gene polymorphism −344T/C (HaeIII) and hypertension by analyzing the allelic frequency and genotype distribution in hypertensive patients and healthy controls. Methods: A total of 65 hypertensive cases and 42 controls (including both males and females) were enrolled. Genomic DNA was extracted, and the CYP11B2 −344T/C polymorphism was analyzed using PCR-RFLP (Polymerase Chain Reaction-Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism). The allelic frequency and the distribution of TT, TC, and CC genotypes in both cases and controls were examined. Results: The analysis revealed that the control group exhibited a higher frequency of the TT genotype, while the patient group displayed an increased prevalence of both CT and CC genotypes. Notably, the C allele was not observed in the control samples but was present at a significantly higher frequency in hypertensive patients. Statistical analysis indicated that the C allele was a significant risk factor for hypertension (p < 0.01).Conclusion: Our findings suggest that the CYP11B2 −344T/C polymorphism may contribute to the genetic predisposition to hypertension, particularly in individuals with a family history of the disease. These results highlight the importance of genetic factors in hypertension susceptibility and underscore the need for follow-up studies to assess the long-term risk and incidence of hypertension in individuals carrying genetic risk factors.
Comparative Strength of Concrete Made with Stone Dust Sourced as Fine Aggregate from Abakaliki Ebonyi State and Nkwelle Ezunaka in Anambra State
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State, Nigeria., Mmonwuba Nwanneka Chibuzo , Ugwuoke Victor C. ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State, Nigeria., Stephen John C. ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Published: February 2025

This study examines the use of stone dust in concrete production as a partial substitute for fine aggregates, using a water-to-cement ratio of 0.6 and a mix ratio of 1:1.5:3. In this study, concrete samples from Nkwelle and Abakaliki will be evaluated for the impact of stone dust on their workability and compressive strength. To assess the concrete's performance at different curing phases, important tests are slump and compressive strength tests. The slump test results showed that the concrete mix had good workability, with a value of 85 mm. We tested compressive strength at 7, 14, 21, and 28 days. At each interval, the Abakaliki samples showed exceptional performance, obtaining compressive strengths of 16.75 N/mm², 20.70 N/mm², 15.40 N/mm², and 16.55 N/mm², respectively. The Nkwelle samples, in contrast, showed strengths of 10.70 N/mm², 12.30 N/mm², 12.20 N/mm², and 13.30 N/mm² throughout the same periods. The increased cement-aggregate bonding and particle size distribution in the Abakaliki samples are responsible for their higher compressive strength. On the other hand, the Nkwelle samples had a more gradual and slower growth of strength, which could be attributed to variations in curing conditions and aggregate qualities. According to the study's findings, especially in places with scarce sand supplies, stone dust can be a practical and sustainable substitute for natural sand in the manufacturing of concrete. However, the final compressive strength is greatly influenced by elements like the quality of the material and the curing conditions. To maximise the potential of stone dust in concrete applications and encourage sustainable building practices, the research suggests further optimisation of the mix design and curing procedures.
Facing Eviction: Profiles, Predictors, Psychology, and Prevention
Authors: Edwards Marieke Holl
Published: February 2025

The aim of this study was to gain insight into the population of tenants in five Dutch cities who are at risk of being evicted from their homes as a result of rent arrears. 495 tenants of housing associations who received a second summons from a bailiff because of rent arrears were interviewed. Six months after each interview, inquiries about the tenant in question were made to the housing association to determine the current living situation. We found five subgroups of tenants at risk of eviction. These groups differed greatly from each other in terms of risk factors and care needs. It also became clear that this population of tenants is vulnerable and complex, often with multiple setbacks in different areas of life. In addition, the effect of the fulfillment of basic psychological needs on coping behavior was investigated. This shows that tenants who felt autonomous, competent and related tended to show more problem-solving coping strategies and less avoidant coping behavior. A literature review shows that there is still very little evidence for effective interventions to prevent evictions. This research shows that the population of tenants at risk of eviction is heterogeneous and complex. Person-centered, targeted interventions are needed to prevent evictions at an early stage.
Rural Futures in Late Socialist Asia
Authors: Mao Jingyu , Nguyen Minh T.N. , Wilcox Phill
Published: February 2025

Recent decades have witnessed global movements and flows of labour, capital, goods, and technologies into and out of the countryside in the Global South. This special issue discusses how globalisation, increasing urbanisation, and state policies shape rural lives across China, Vietnam and Laos, and how rural people imagine their futures amid the risks and uncertainties generated at the juncture between political, economic, and ecological forces. It unsettles the urban/rural divide while showing that such polarized construction will persist as long as clear benefits for the state and market remain in constructing the countryside as in dire need of development and catching up with the city.
PENERBITAN DOKUMEN MUAT CLINKER MV. SAMUDRA SAKTI II OLEH PT. PELINDO MULTI TERMINAL BELAWAN
Authors: Dirhamsyah Dirhamsyah , Ritonga Nursyahrul , Sazli Aqil
Published: February 2025

Samudera Sakti II oleh PT. Pelindo Multi Terminal Belawan. Penerbitan dokumen muat dilakukan setelah pemastian muatan melalui kontrak pembelian antara Buyer dan pemilik barang. Setelah ada kontrak dengan pemilik barang, dipastikan apakah barang sudah tersedia ataupun bisa juga pemilik barang memberikan Shipping Insruction,lalu SPK(Surat Penunjukkan Kerja) kepada PT. Pelindo Multi Terminal selaku PBM terkait berapa banyak barang yang akan di muat ke kapal. Lalu pihak PT. Pelindo Multi Terminal dapat menghubungi perusahaan Trucking yang akan membawa dari tempat pemilik barang hingga ke pelabuhan. Setelah itu, Foreman akan membicarakan bagaimana Stowage plan untuk pemuatan agar selama pemuatan stabilitas kapal tetap terjaga. Selama proses pemuatan harus di perhatikan kondisi alam agar barang tidak banyak basah dan tidak terjadi claim sebagai salah satu bentuk bahwasanya PT. Pelindo Multi Terminal yang menjaga arus atau proses selama                                                         pemuatan Clinker ke MV. Samudera Sakti II. Kemudian setelah pemuatan selesai maka akan diterbitkan lah dokumen muat atau Cargo Manifest yang sudah disesuaikan dengan kontrak pembelian yang akan tertera pada Bill Of Lading. Penerbitan Dokumen Muat Clinker MV. Samudera Sakti II oleh PT. Pelindo Multi Terminal terlaksana sesuai dengan prosedur yang berlaku.
The Effectiveness of a Digital Literacy-Integrated Syllabus for Arabic-speaking Courses in Teacher Education Universities in China
Authors: Gu Bingxin , Siraj Saedah Binti , Ismail Zawawi Bin
Published: February 2025

As digital literacy becomes crucial in modern education, its integration into language education is necessary to prepare preservice teachers to meet 21st-century challenges. This study evaluates the impact of a digital literacy-integrated syllabus for Arabic-speaking courses on the digital literacy and Arabic language acquisition of Chinese preservice teachers in China. This paper presents a Phase 3 evaluation of the Design and Developmental Research (DDR) approach. A one-group pretest and posttest design was employed, with 32 Chinese preservice teachers pursuing Arabic language education at three teacher education universities in Yunnan, Ningxia, and Gansu provinces in China. The participants engaged in 2-week online lessons based on a developed syllabus. This syllabus, designed during Phase 2 design and development of DDR, explicitly included digital literacy objectives and teacher-student interaction strategies and learning activities. It was adapted from Yunnan Normal University's syllabus for an Arabic-speaking course. Qualitative data were collected through individual online interviews with five randomly selected participants after completing the 2-week lessons. Quantitative results showed significant improvements in digital literacy across technical, cognitive, attitudinal, and social-emotional domains. Additionally, the findings indicated that the syllabus enhanced preservice teachers' engagement and interest in learning to speak and understand Arabic. However, addressing challenges in the implementation is important to maximize its benefits. These findings contribute to the growing field of technology-enhanced Arabic language education for preservice teachers in China.
Real-time Monitoring of Rural Water Systems for Irrigation Farming and its Economic Implication – A Case Study of Nasarawa, Nigeria
Authors: N. M Offiong , M. U. Adehi , G. I. O. Aimufua
Published: February 2025

Water security plays a significant role in many developing countries’ socio-economic growth. On the other hand, irrigation water farming is important in improving people’s livelihood in areas with limited water resources. However, in some communities in sub-Saharan Africa, most farmers depend on gravity-powered water systems to water their crops. This natural irrigation method is inefficient for commercial farming as it can lead to the overuse of scarce water resources. Moreover, these systems easily fail due to inadequate monitoring regimes. Therefore, to automate and improve irrigation water efficiency for agricultural purposes, a technology-designed artificial intelligence-based monitoring model must be developed for agricultural irrigation water systems in rural communities. This research investigated the economic effects of real-time monitoring of rural water systems for irrigated farming in Nasarawa, Nigeria. The study also examined the effectiveness and productivity of irrigation farming using a case study methodology. Also, the research applied machine learning techniques and wireless sensor networks to model a sustainable irrigation water system for soil moisture and rainfall detection. The model is embedded with artificial instructions that prompt it to take a given action based on the sensor message. The model was tested on a farm settlement in Nasarawa state, Nigeria. The results of this study have significantly contributed to the body of knowledge on real-time monitoring of rural water systems for agricultural irrigation. The study’s findings also shed light on the possible financial advantages of real-time monitoring for farmers and the neighborhood economy.
Beyond chemotherapy: Emerging targets and combination therapies for triple-negative breast cancer
Authors: Joneckson Nickson , Msemakweli January
Published: February 2025

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a very aggressive and heterogeneous subcategory of breast cancer characterized by the lack of expression of estrogen receptor (ER), progesterone receptor (PR), and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2). TNBC accounts for approximately 15-20% of all breast cancer cases and mostly affects the younger female population, with the majority being from African and Hispanic lineages. Up to now, TNBC has been handled by a few lines of options, mainly chemotherapy, which alone leads to less-than-optimal outcomes in the absence of hormonal or HER2-targeted therapies. In recent years, important steps forward in the elucidation of the molecular and genetic characteristics of TNBC have been achieved, including the identification of new therapeutic targets. This review discusses several key emerging therapeutic targets, including but not limited to immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitors, androgen receptor (AR) inhibitors, PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway inhibitors, and agents targeting DNA damage repair mechanisms. A number of new therapeutic options epitomizing this paradigm shift in the treatment of TNBC are outlined here, offering new hope for more effective and personalized therapies. Combination therapies that may improve treatment effectiveness and eventually overcome resistance are discussed. The study also outlines the challenges posed by resistance mechanisms, tumor heterogeneity, and the identification of predictive biomarkers and provides statements regarding the future direction of therapy in TNBC, with a focus on personalized medicine.
The evolution of corporate governance frameworks: Conceptual models for enhancing financial performance
Authors: Babalola Faith Ibukun , Kokogho Eseoghene , Odio Princess Eloho , Adeyanju Mary Oyenike , Nwokediegwu Zamathula Sikhakhane-
Published: February 2025

Corporate governance has evolved significantly over the past century, transitioning from traditional shareholder-centric models to contemporary frameworks that emphasize accountability, transparency, and stakeholder inclusivity. This paper explores the historical development of corporate governance, examining key regulatory reforms, governance structures, and their impact on financial performance. The analysis highlights how governance failures have contributed to financial crises, while robust governance frameworks have enhanced long-term corporate stability. Modern governance models integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, technological advancements, and strategic oversight mechanisms to optimize financial outcomes. Conceptual models such as the balanced scorecard, stakeholder governance frameworks, and performance dashboards demonstrate how governance structures can directly influence profitability and risk management. The paper concludes with recommendations for strengthening governance mechanisms, leveraging technology for governance optimization, and integrating sustainable business practices to ensure long-term financial resilience. The findings underscore the critical role of governance in fostering financial stability, investor confidence, and sustainable business success.
Advances in AI-driven credit risk models for financial services optimization
Authors: Shittu Adenike Kudirat
Published: February 2025

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly transformed credit risk modeling, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of financial services optimization. Traditional credit risk models, often reliant on static data and simplistic statistical techniques, are increasingly being replaced by AI-driven systems that integrate machine learning algorithms, big data analytics, and real-time insights. These advanced models enable financial institutions to assess creditworthiness with greater precision by analyzing diverse datasets, including transaction histories, behavioral patterns, and alternative credit indicators. AI-driven models are particularly valuable in addressing challenges such as minimizing default rates, optimizing lending decisions, and promoting financial inclusion by evaluating underbanked and unbanked populations who lack conventional credit histories. Key innovations in AI-driven credit risk modeling include natural language processing for sentiment analysis, predictive analytics for default probability estimation, and reinforcement learning for adaptive credit strategies. Moreover, these models improve operational efficiency by automating risk assessment processes, reducing human bias, and enabling proactive risk management through real-time monitoring. The integration of explainable AI (XAI) has further strengthened transparency and compliance, addressing regulatory concerns and fostering trust among stakeholders. Despite their transformative potential, the adoption of AI-driven credit risk models is not without challenges. Issues such as data privacy, algorithmic bias, and the need for robust infrastructure pose significant barriers. Financial institutions must also navigate evolving regulatory landscapes to ensure compliance while leveraging these technologies. Nevertheless, the continued advancements in AI and data analytics hold immense promise for reshaping credit risk assessment, driving innovation in financial services, and fostering economic growth. This paper explores the latest advancements in AI-driven credit risk models, their practical applications in optimizing financial services, and the implications for the broader financial ecosystem. By highlighting key trends, challenges, and opportunities, it underscores the critical role of AI in modernizing credit risk practices and enhancing the resilience of financial institutions.
Screening of Antimicrobial Activity of Ethanolic Extract of Clove Flower Bud
Authors: Pandey Arjun
Published: February 2025

Several medicinal plant extracts having an antimicrobial property and those extracts are used to treat the infections caused by many microorganisms. This study aimed to assess the antimicrobial activity of Syzygium aromaticum (clove) ethanolic extracts. The extracts of clove were prepared in 70% ethanol by cold extraction process. Antimicrobial activity of different concentration of clove extracts was investigated on Bacillus subtillis, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, Klebsiella quasipneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Shigella dysenteriae, Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Typhi, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Candida albicans, Saccharomyces cerevisiae using Modified agar well diffusion method and diameter of ZOI was measured. The broth macro-dilution dilution method was used to determine the MIC and MBC/MFC of clove extracts on these above-mentioned organisms. Klebsiella quasipneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Shigella dysenteriae were found resistant to clove ethanolic extract. The lower concentration of the clove ethanolic extract (6.25mg/ml, 12.50mg/ml, 25 mg/ml and 50 mg/ml) on Enterococcus faecalis, Proteus vulgaris, Salmonella enterica Typhi, Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis were found insensitive, however the 100mg/ml concentration of this extract on these bacteria showed the diameter of ZOI 9.65±0.41mm, 10.12±0.70mm, 8.71±0.86mm, 17.52±0.50mm and 17.31±0.68mm respectively. The lower concentration of clove ethanolic extract (6.25mg/ml, 12.5mg/ml and 25 mg/ml) were insensitive to Bacillus subtilis and Escherichia coli however, 50 mg/ml concentration of this extract showed the diameter of ZOI 12.59±1.13mm and 10.32±0.79mm respectively. Similarly, 100 mg/ml concentration of this extract showed the diameter of ZOI 14.75±0.67mm and 13.13±0.41mm on these bacteria respectively. The MBC of this extract for Bacillus subtilis, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, Salmonella enterica Typhi, Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis were 0.78±0.00 mg/ml, 2.60±0.90 mg/ml, 5.21±1.80 mg/ml, 5.21±1.80 mg/ml, 6.25±0.00 mg/ml, 2.60±0.90 mg/ml, 5.21±1.80 mg/ml respectively. MFC of this extract on the Candida albicans and Saccharomyces cerevisiae were 1.30±0.45 mg/ml and 0.78±0.00 mg/ ml respectively. This finding confirmed that clove ethanolic extract had a potent antibacterial and antifungal activity. Thus, further research is imperative to explore the in-vivo antimicrobial activity and cytotoxicity analysis to suggest the clove ethanolic extract as the alternative treatment in various microbial infections.
The Impact of Automation on Maritime Workforce Management: A Conceptual Framework
Authors: Udeh Chioma Ann , Oso Olusegun Bamidele , Igwe Abbey Ngochindo , Ofodile Onyeka Chrisanctus , Ewim Chikezie Paul-Mikki
Published: February 2025

This study presents a systematic literature review and content analysis focused on the impact of automation on maritime workforce management. The main objective was to explore how the integration of automation technologies is reshaping the skills requirements, employment patterns, and operational dynamics within the maritime industry. Utilizing a comprehensive search strategy across multiple academic databases and employing stringent inclusion and exclusion criteria, the study identified and analyzed relevant peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and industry reports published in English. The methodology involved a detailed examination of the selected literature, categorizing findings according to the effects of automation on workforce dynamics, skill requirements, and the socio-economic implications for maritime professionals. Key findings highlight a significant shift in the industry towards higher demand for technical proficiency and digital literacy among the workforce, coupled with a potential decrease in traditional manual roles. The analysis also revealed a dual impact of automation, offering opportunities for enhanced operational efficiency and safety, while also posing challenges related to workforce displacement and the need for extensive re-skilling. Conclusively, the study underscores the necessity for strategic interventions by industry stakeholders, including targeted training programs and policy frameworks, to facilitate a smooth transition towards an automated maritime future. Future research directions emphasize the importance of longitudinal studies to assess the long-term impacts of automation on the maritime workforce, ensuring the sustainable integration of technological advancements while safeguarding worker welfare and industry growth.
QUALIDADE DE VIDA, DEPENDÊNCIA DE INTERNET EM ADOLESCENTES E O CUIDADO EM SAÚDE MENTAL: UMA REFLEXÃO NO CAMPO DA SAÚDE COLETIVA
Authors: Nunes Giselle Leite de Paula , Espinosa Mariano Martinez
Published: February 2025

Este artigo discorre sobre a importância do cuidado em saúde mental dos adolescentes da contemporaneidade. Nessa fase da vida, acontecem diversas mudanças que naturalmente deixam o adolescente mais vulnerável a comportamentos de risco, podendo comprometer sua saúde. Nas duas últimas décadas, os discursos sobre os prejuízos que o excesso das Tecnologias da Informação e Comunicação pode trazer aos adolescentes já estão ganhando uma proporção relevante, chegando a ser um fenômeno já observado em pesquisas. Ademais, as mudanças ocorridas em vários aspectos da sociedade, tem alterado formas de vida, nos seus diferentes aspectos, sejam eles, sociais e comportamentais, impactando diretamente a qualidade de vida dos adolescentes. Aborda-se, ainda, a preocupante realidade na forma de tratar a dependência de internet por via da medicalização, ignorando problemas sociais e econômicos. Por fim, este artigo contribui para uma compreensão mais abrangente do cuidado em saúde mental em um país que, desde 2006, adere às práticas de medicina alternativa e complementar na perspectiva de prevenir agravos e na promoção e recuperação da saúde.
FATORES OCUPACIONAIS DA LOMBALGIA EM TRABALHADORES DA ÁREA DA SAÚDE: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Noronha Marina Alencar , Lopes Thiago Luís Marques , Pereira Gabriel Bezerra , Saraiva Nicole Martins , Penha Guilherme Matos da , Pinto Francisco José Maia
Published: February 2025

Introdução: A dor lombar, ou lombalgia, é uma condição bastante prevalente, de origem multifatorial, que envolve lesão dos tecidos moles, dano ao disco intervertebral, lesão do processo articular e dano à estrutura neurovascular. Já a capacidade para o trabalho abrange  o equilíbrio entre as demandas ocupacionais e a capacidade individual do trabalhador. Sabe-se que essa condição, entre os trabalhadores da área da saúde, pode ser afetada pela lombalgia. Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar a prevalência e os fatores ocupacionais da lombalgia em trabalhadores da área da saúde. Método: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa de literatura realizada a partir da análise de artigos internacionais e nacionais relativos ao período de janeiro a março de 2024. Após triagem por etapas, pelos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, foram selecionados 18 artigos que abordavam a prevalência e os fatores ocupacionais responsáveis pela lombalgia em trabalhadores da área da saúde. Resultados: Verificou-se que diversos fatores estão envolvidos na ocorrência de lombalgia nesse recorte populacional, dentre os quais podemos destacar: sexo feminino, nível de esforço físico, horas trabalhadas semanalmente, idade avançada, anos de carreira, alto IMC, qualidade do sono, prática de exercícios físicos e estresse emocional. Diante dessa análise, foi possível verificar que a lombalgia possui alta prevalência em profissionais da área da saúde. Considerações finais: É necessário, portanto, que estratégias para a redução da ocorrência da lombalgia sejam realizadas e, por conseguinte, auxiliar a população a sofrer menos com as implicações dessa condição na qualidade de vida.
A MATEMÁTICA E AS TECNOLOGIAS DE INFORMAÇÃO E COMUNICAÇÃO: REFLEXÕES NA APRENDIZAGEM DE ALUNOS NAS SÉRIES FINAIS DO ENSINO MÉDIO DA ESCOLA ESTADUAL MARECHAL HERMES EM MANAUS ∕AM NO ANO 2022
Authors: Pereira Michel Rodrigues
Published: February 2025

A matemática é uma ciência que inspira por sua maneira de elucidar problemas, com o uso correto de materiais e aporte adequando é possível impactar em problemas que se arrastam no processo educacional. A dificuldade de alunos com relação a aprendizagem em matemática tem sido um problema recorrente para alunos da escola lócus desse trabalho, então recai o seguinte questionamento: Como o uso das TICs vem auxiliando no processo ensino aprendizagem para melhor desempenho, em Matemática, nos anos finais do ensino médio da Escola Estadual Marechal Hermes, com reflexos nas avaliações externas de larga escala? Para contribuir na aceitação de melhorias no processo ensino aprendizagem este estudo tem por objetivo geral propor o uso das tecnologias de informação e comunicação (TIC) para auxiliar o processo de ensino aprendizagem da Matemática junto aos alunos do ensino médio, das séries finais na escola Estadual Marechal Hermes no ano de 2022. Com ações que proporcionem o diagnóstico das dificuldades para a aprendizagem em Matemática, desenvolvimento de atividades, com a inclusão das TICs para validar melhorias no rendimento e desempenho escolar e proporcionar o uso de metodologias ativas como instrumento de validação de métodos na escola. A metodologia consiste de pesquisa de caráter bibliográfico e de campo, com enforque qualitativo de modo a correlacionar a relação de aprendizagem dos alunos e a validação dos métodos de larga escala. Como resultado se tem a aceitação das TICs como ferramenta útil que mobiliza mudanças na conduta dos estudantes de ensino médio.
Evaluation and Effect of Cloud Computing on E-Commerce
Authors: Prajapati Manish , Singh Kundan Kumar , Gupta Dr. Subodhini
Published: February 2025

Over the past few years, cloud computing has created a lot of hype in the IT industry. It has enhanced resource
efficiency and used creative cost-cutting strategies. Though there is a long list of clients and service providers who have
developed different service architectures globally using cloud infrastructure. Many companies are still apprehensive to
employ cloud computing services, though. The e-commerce sector is a key driver of economic development in India.
These industries' needs for information technology (IT) have increased throughout time, leading to a rise in the need for
corporate IT solutions that are more effective, highly available, and scalable. These kinds of solutions, which cloud
computing offers to the e-commerce sector, could be quite helpful. In India's e-commerce sector, cloud computing is
still in its infancy as a relatively new technology. Consequently, most of them are reluctant to adopt. This study examines
the challenges and problems associated with adopting cloud computing services, as well as the potential benefits of

cloud computing for the e-commerce sector. The adoption of cloud computing has been studied using the Technology-
Organization Environment (TOE) paradigm, primarily from the perspective of innovative technology. Methods such as

surveys and interviews were employed to collect data for analysis. In order to get insight into the various IT services or
IT applications used by the e-commerce business, five IT service/cloud service providers were interviewed, and
information was gathered from 111 SMEs in the auto component manufacturing sector. The research hypotheses were
tested by the analysis. The study's conclusions indicate that in order for SMEs to benefit from cloud computing
technologies, general awareness needs to be improved.
Key Terms: Cloud Computing, E-Commerce, SMEs.
Metal - Forsterite Condensate Nodules and H-L-LL Compositions
Authors: Ebel Denton S. , Gemma Marina E. , Weisberg Michael K. , Friedrich Jon M.
Published: February 2025

Compared to the carbonaceous chondrites (CC), ordinary chondrites (OC) are depleted in Mg and refractory lithophile elements. The OC are classified by a trend from high metal (H) to low total iron (L) to low total iron and low metal (LL) compositions with increasing heavy O isotopes and refractory siderophile enrichment. We surveyed many CC for primitive materials that might be analogs of components that formed in, and then escaped, originally solar composition reservoirs from which OCs formed. Amoeboid olivine aggregates (AOA) are nodular accretions with discrete refractory Ca-, Al-, Ti-rich mineral assemblages and often with separate Fe-metal alloy nodules, all surrounded by 16O-rich, near-pure olivine Mg2SiO4 rinds. Most AOAs contain daughter products of extinct 26Al revealing their very early ages. We find relatively large metal grains with olivine rims forming isolated or clumped nodules or "metal-olivine inclusions" in AOAs in many carbonaceous chondrites, particularly the highly primitive CO-like chondrite Acfer 094 (C2 ungr). Similar nodules have been reported in samples returned from the highly altered, CI-like asteroid Bennu by the OSIRIS-REx mission. In discrete regions and times in the protoplanetary disk, differing drift velocities of these 10s of micron scale components could have caused correlated loss of both refractory siderophiles (in metal), refractory lithophiles, and Mg and 16O (in olivine). Varying degrees of loss of nodules similar to these "MOI", from the chondrule-forming reservoirs from which H, L, and LL chondrites accreted could, simultaneously, explain multiple aspects of their chemical compositions.
Successiewetgeving in Europese beweging?
Authors: van de Ven K.M.L.L.
Published: February 2025

Successiewetgeving in Europese beweging?

De auteur bespreekt de aanbeveling die de Europese Commissie in 2011 aan de lidstaten van de EU heeft gedaan op het terrein van de successiebelasting in grensoverschrijdende situaties. Ook de begin 2014 door de Commissie gehouden consultatieronde wordt in deze bijdrage besproken.
Uitleg van een testamentaire bewindclausule
Authors: Reinhartz B.E.
Published: February 2025

Uitleg van een testamentaire bewindclausule. Bespreking van Hof Arnhem-Leeuwarden 16 mei 2014, ECLI:NL:GHARL:2014:4123

In deze bijdrage wordt besproken hoe een bewindclausule op de verkrijging van de bezwaarde bij een tweetrapsmaking moet worden uitgelegd, die afwijkt van de wettelijke regeling. Daarna wordt beoordeeld of er reden is om het bewind op te heffen nu de rechthebbende intussen heeft laten zien verstandig met vermogen om te kunnen gaan.
Penugasan Pekerjaan Karyawan di PT Perkebunan Nusantara IV Regional IV
Authors: Rangkuti Fatimah , Rozi Syamsida
Published: February 2025

The human resources and management system department is one of the departments in the company that has an important role in managing the company. One thing that must be considered is the suitability of work between employees and the abilities possessed by each employee. When employees get jobs that match their abilities, the work can be completed more efficiently. The purpose of this study is to divide work to employees so that 1 job will be done by 1 employee using the application of Hall's Theorem. If each subset of the set  satisfies the conditions of Hall's Theorem, then the theorem guarantees complete matching. Based on the application of Hall's Theorem, it was found that there was complete matching of the bipartite graph in this problem so that 1 job can be assigned to only 1 employee, namely SMS assigned to employee A, AR assigned to employee B, PSB assigned to employee C, ESGS assigned to employee D, PG assigned to employee E, PR by employee F, MK by employee G, and JSAP by employee H.
Mascotas en tiempo de COVID-19: Un apoyo y amor incondicional
Authors: Aragunde-Kohl Ursula , Hernández Rivera Ivemarie , Cintrón Torres Yailine M. , Rivera Pérez Génesis , Sánchez Henriquez Coral
Published: February 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we live and interact in unexpected ways. Having the company of animals during confinement and social isolation has been associated with multiple mental, emotional, and physical benefits. The objective of this research was to examinate the bond between humans and animals as a possible source of well-being and a protective factor during the COVID-19 pandemic in residents of Puerto Rico. The sample consisted of 892 adults over 21 years of age, with pets, during times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Data collected using a self-administered questionnaire developed by the authors that was completed online. Most participants (95.7%) experienced the confinement of the pandemic with a companion animal and/or pet, resulting in a greater understanding of the relationship between humans and animals. The attachment to pets was identified as one of the factors that helped to cope with confinement. Data obtained validate the role assumed by accompanying pets.
Agradecimiento a personas que contribuyeron en procesos de revisión: Volumen 35, Número 1
Authors: Reyes-Rodríguez Mae Lynn
Published: February 2025

Este número especial ha sido posible gracias a la contribución de las personas que asistieron en el proceso de revisión de pares con el propósito de garantizar publicaciones de alta calidad. A continuación, presentamos aquellas personas que colaboraron con la revisión de artículos, publicados o no publicados, que fueron considerados para este número.

José Alonso Aguilar Valera, MSc
Luisa Álvarez-Dominguez, PhD
Maribel Báez Lebrón, PhD
Carlos Blasco Giner, PhD
Elvis Candelaria Sánchez, PhD
Karisol Chévere Rivera, PhD
José R. Felicié Mejías, PhD
Karina Franco Paredes, PhD
Moraima García Rohena, PhD
Juan A. González Rivera, PsyD
María del Pilar Grazioso, PhD
Carol Y. Irizarry-Robles, PhD
Christian Jibaja Bernuy, MSc
Luis Lazarte Aranguren, MS
María Malena Lenta, MS
Domingo Marqués-Reyes, PhD
Melissa Martín González, MS
Liza M. Meléndez Samó, PhD
Ana Nieves Rosa, PhD
Tania Esmeralda Rocha Sánchez, PhD
Carmen C. Salas Serrano, PhD
Antonio Samaniego Pinho, MSc
Alejandro Sanín Posada, PhD
María del Carmen Santos Ortiz, PhD
Yahaira Segarra González, PhD
Ana V. Soto-Sánchez, MS
Claudia Unikel Santoncini, PhD
How electricity utility practitioners in the United States approach power system resilience
Authors: Tiwari Shardul , Chakrabarty Aritra , Schelly Chelsea , Sahraei-Ardakani Mostafa , Ou Gaby , Chen Jianli
Published: February 2025

This study explores the understanding and practice of resilience among electrical utilities in the United States, focusing on how practitioners in the utility sector conceptualize and apply resilience in their work. As electricity becomes increasingly central to modern life, powering critical infrastructure and essential services, the resilience of power systems has gained prominence in energy policy and planning. However, there is a lack of standardized definitions and approaches to resilience in both academia and practice, particularly from an energy service perspective. The research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing semi-structured interviews with experts (practitioners) from transmission and distribution utilities in the United States to examine their definitions, understanding, and applications of resilience. By adopting a grounded approach, the study aims to identify key themes and concepts that practitioners associate with power system resilience. The findings outline that there is no clear definition of resilience amongst utility practitioners, and resilience and reliability are often used interchangeably/synonymously as there are no fixed indicators for resilience amongst practitioners. At present, unlike reliability, utilities are not including resilience as a term in their long-term resource planning, and neither are reporting resilience-based indicators to any of the government agencies. The findings contribute to the ongoing dialogue on energy resilience and offer a foundation for developing more comprehensive and context-specific approaches to building resilient energy systems that prioritize critical services and vulnerable populations.