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Brain-Computer Interfaces: Brain Chip From Past to Present
Authors: Çevik Şeyma Nur , Güleryüz Sezin
Published: March 2024

Brain-computer interface (BCI) is a mechanism that enables individuals to manipulate and control computers or other technological devices by utilizing their brain activities. This technology involves receiving and analyzing brain signals, which are then transformed into commands that can be easily conveyed to intelligent devices, enabling them to perform specific operations. This investigation analyses the evolution of brain chips as brain-computer interfaces from the past to the present. Brain implants and chips serve as apparatus for interfaces, transmitting information through physical interaction with neurons in the brain. No changes in content have been made. The language used is clear, objective, and value-neutral, with a formal register and precise word choice. The structure is clear, with a logical flow of information and causal connections between statements. The text is free from grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, and punctuation errors. Brain-chip interfaces provide individuals with the opportunity to comprehend and interact with their surroundings. The given text strictly conforms to the traditional format, encompassing standard academic divisions and consistent citation of the author and institution. This research employs a method of historical investigation to analyze the development of brain chips over time, spanning from the past until the present era.
Renewable Energy Solutions for Commercial Ships
Authors: Özbey Sayit , Tıkız İsmet
Published: March 2024

Maritime transportation is a keystone of the global economy, facilitating more than 90% of international trade by a fleet of nearly 90,000 vessels. However, the sector's reliance on fossil fuels brings with it significant environmental challenges, including greenhouse gas emissions, air and water pollution, and impacts on marine ecosystems. To address these issues and increase sustainability, there is a growing trend towards integrating renewable energy sources in the maritime sector. In particular, ocean-going vessels contribute more than 3% of global carbon dioxide emissions, while petroleum-based fuels emit significant amounts of nitrogen oxides and sulphur dioxide. In addition, shipping emissions are a major source of ambient air pollution in coastal areas. Projections indicate a potential 50-250% increase in carbon dioxide emissions from international shipping by 2050 if current trends continue. Renewable energy solutions such as wind, solar and nuclear power offer promising alternatives, with advances in technology increasing their efficiency and affordability. However, the transition to marine renewable energy requires overcoming technological barriers, infrastructure limitations and financial challenges. Despite these barriers, adopting renewable energy sources offers an applicable way to reduce the environmental impacts of shipping and ensure a sustainable future for the industry. This study focuses on renewable energy sources used in commercial ships and discusses alternative solutions such as wind, solar and nuclear energy. Furthermore, by highlighting the potential and advantages of renewable energy sources used on commercial ships, this study can be seen as an important step towards reducing environmental impacts and increasing sustainability in the maritime industry.
Turizmin Ekonomik Önemi ve Bitlis İlinin Ekonomik Turizm Potansiyelleri
Authors: Canan Sibel
Published: March 2024

Bitlis ilinin kalkınması amacıyla, ilin potansiyelleri detaylı olarak incelenmelidir. Bu bölümde ilin en önemli potansiyellerinden olan coğrafi çekiciliği ve kültürel zenginliği bu amaçla incelenmiştir. Bu çalışmanın konuları arasında ilin turizm planlamalarına ilişkin kararlarının değerlendirilebilmesi adına ilin potansiyellerinin ortaya konması, ilin turizminin gelişmesini engelleyebilecek eksikliklerin ele alınması ile bu eksikliklerin giderilmesi amacıyla yapılması gerekenler yer almaktadır. Turizm, bölgelerarası gelişmişlik farklarının azaltılmasında oldukça etkilidir. Bu çalışmanın yapılması aşamasında daha önce yapılan çalışmalar ile gözlemlerden yararlanılmıştır. Bu çalışmanın amaçlarından biri, Bitlis ilinin turizm potansiyellerinin incelenmesi ve söz konusu potansiyellerin ortaya konulması aracılığıyla Bitlis iline dair bir bilincin oluşmasıdır. Çalışmada ilk olarak Bitlis iline dair genel bilgilere yer verilerek ilin sahip olduğu turistik değerleri ve turizm potansiyelleri açıklanmıştır. Dolayısıyla, öncelikle turizmin bölgeler arası eşitsizliği azaltmaya ilişkin ekonomik önemi tartışılmaktadır. Çalışmamızda Bitlis ilinin kültürel, tarihi ve doğal yönden pek çok turizm değerinin mevcut olduğu, dolayısıyla Bitlis’in önemli turistik destinasyonlardan biri olabileceği sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
Eğitim Örgütlerinde Duygusal Emek
Authors: Yeşil Aslı
Published: March 2024

Öğretmenlik mesleğinin duygusal emek gerektiren meslek grupları içinde yer aldığı bilinmektedir. Duygusal emek, öğretmenlerin tutumlarını etkileyen önemli bir örgütsel değişken olarak görülmektedir. Öğretmenler gerçek duyguları ile örgüt tarafından beklenen duygusal davranışlarını uyumlu hale getirmekte zorlanabilmektedirler. Eğitim kurumlarında öğretmenlerin duygusal çelişki yaşamayacağı uygun örgüt ortamlarının yöneticiler tarafından oluşturulması gerekmektedir. Yapılan araştırmalar okul yöneticilerinin duygusal emek davranışı farkındalıklarının, öğretmenlerin örgütsel davranışlarını etkilediğini göstermektedir. Bu durum okul yöneticilerinin duygusal emek farkındalıklarının arttırılmasının önemini ortaya koymaktadır. Dinamik bir yapısı olan okul örgütlerinin, dış çevredeki değişimlere ayak uydurması gerekmektedir. Örgütlerin amaçlarına ulaşabilmesinde çalışanların duygularının önemli bir rol oynadığı bilindiğinden, pozitif psikoloji kavramlarından pozitif iyi oluş, duygusal emek ve yönetsel destek çalışmaları örgütlerin değişimi ve gelişiminde önemli bir yer tutmaktadır. Örgütlerin değişen koşullara ayak uydurabilmesinin nitelikli çalışanlar ile gerçekleşmesinin yanında, yöneticilerin de çalışanların nasıl davranış sergileyecekleri konusunda bilgi sahibi olması gerekmektedir. Doküman analizi yöntemi ile Eğitim Bilimleri alanında 2010 – 2023 yılları arasında duygusal emek kavramı ile ilgili çalışılan ve Ulusal Tez Merkezinde bulunan tez çalışmaları incelendiğinde 10’u doktora, 38’i yüksek lisans olmak üzere 48 tez çalışması olduğu görülmektedir. Bu tezler analiz edildiğinde karma yöntemin kullanıldığı ve eylem araştırması içeren bir çalışma olmadığı sonucuna ulaşılmaktadır. Ayrıca Eğitim Bilimleri kapsamında duygusal emek konusunda, alanda yapılabilecek farklı çalışmalar olduğu ortaya çıkmaktadır.
Türkiye’de Öğretmen Sendikalarının Öncüsü: Türkiye Öğretmenler Sendikası(TÖS)
Authors: Tansü Yunus Emre , Tunçay Gamze
Published: March 2024

Bu çalışmanın kaleme alınmasındaki temel amaç, Türkiye’de 1961 Anayasası’nın kabulü sonrasında tanımlanan haklar çerçevesinde faaliyetlerine başlayan ve alanında ilk olma özelliğine haiz bulunan Türkiye Öğretmen Sendikası (TÖS) ve etkin bulunduğu 1965 ila 1975 yılları arasındaki söylem, eylem ve etkilerinin analiz edilmesidir. Fakir Baykurt öncülüğünde bir dernek olarak hayata geçip sendikalaşma yolunda adımlar atan Türkiye Öğretmen Sendikası da memur sendikaları arasında döneminde en çok üyeyi barındırma unvanına sahip olmanın yanı sıra siyasi açıdan çalkantılı dönemlerinde faaliyetlerini sürdürmüştür. Bu faaliyetleri sürdürürken yalnızca eğitim camiasının sorunlarına değil dönemin getirdiği buhranlara da etki etmiştir.1961 yılında kabul edilen ve diğer anayasalarla kıyaslandığında görece daha özgürlükçü bir anlayışa sahip olan yeni anayasa ile birlikte başlayan bu serüven 12 Mart 1971’in Muhtırasının ardından kapatılmıştır. Fakat alanında ilk olmasının da bir getirisi olarak söz konusu sendikanın fikirleri ve benimsediği ilkeleri kendinden sonra kurulacak olan farklı sendikal hareketler için örnek teşkil etmiştir. Özellikle eğitim sendikacılığında başat rol oynayan bu sendika hakkında yapılan çalışma kapsamında; Türkiye'de sendikal hareketlerin ortaya çıkışına dair genel bir çerçeve oluşturulmuştur. Ardından sendikanın kurucu genel başkanı olan Fakir Baykurt ve Türkiye Öğretmenler Sendikası ve sendikanın örgütlenme biçimi hakkında bilgi verilmiştir. Akabinde ise 1965-1971 yılları arasında sendikanın çalışmaları, boykotları, talep ve kazanımları değerlendirilmiştir. Son olarak 12 Mart 1971 Muhtırası ve ardından TÖS davaları kapsamında sendikanın kapatılma süreci işlenerek, genel bir değerlendirme ile çalışmaya nihayet verilmiştir. Bu makale dâhilinde, Türkiye Öğretmen Sendikası’nın faaliyet yılları hakkında ilgili kaynaklar ışığında bir analiz gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışma konusu kapsamında dönemin, resmi yayınlar, süreli yayınlar, sendikanın yayınları, akademik çalışmalar ve ikincil kaynaklar çalışmanın kaleme alınmasında kullanılmıştır.
The Psychology of the Elderly in Disaster
Authors: Şevik Ali Emre
Published: March 2024

This chapter explores the psychological impact of disasters on the elderly population, highlighting their vulnerability due to declining health and financial constraints. It highlights the role of social environment elements, such as informal network links and social capital, in mitigating or enhancing physiological vulnerabilities. The chapter emphasizes the need for comprehensive examination of seniors' psychological characteristics to inform policymakers, medical experts, and emergency responders. It highlights specific vulnerabilities of the elderly, such as cognitive impairments, chronic illnesses, and limited mobility, and advocates for tailored disaster preparedness and response strategies. The chapter also discusses the impact of age, cultural background, and past experiences on perceptions of risk among the elderly. It advocates for tailored interventions, community engagement initiatives, and mental health support to ensure effective disaster response and rehabilitation.
Gebelikte Üriner Enfeksiyonlar ve Yaşam Kalitesine Etkisi
Authors: Kazankaya Elif Nur , Çuvadar Ayşe
Published: March 2024

Üriner sistem, vücuttaki metabolik atıkları temizleyen ve sıvı hale getiren bir mekanizmadır. Böbrekler, üreterler, mesane ve üretrayı içeren bu sistem, idrarın toplanması, depolanması ve vücuttan atılmasıyla görevlidir. İdrar yolu enfeksiyonları, bakterilerin üriner sistemde üremesi sonucu ortaya çıkan genel bir tanımdır ve kadınlar, gebelik, yaş, cinsiyet, diyabet gibi faktörlere bağlı olarak risk altında olabilir. Özellikle gebelikte hormonal değişiklikler, vajinal floranın etkilenmesine yol açarak idrar yolu enfeksiyonlarına daha yatkın hale getirebilir.
Gebelikte üriner enfeksiyonlar, özellikle hormonal değişiklikler ve fizyolojik etkiler nedeniyle sıkça görülen problemlerdendir. Asemptomatik bakteriüri, gebelerde sıkça karşılaşılan bir durumdur ve doğru tedavi edilmezse ciddi komplikasyonlara yol açabilir. Tedavide genellikle güvenli antibiyotikler tercih edilir. Metabolik hastalıklar, stres, zararlı madde kullanımı gibi risk faktörleri, gebelerde üriner enfeksiyonlara neden olabilir. Gebelikte sistit, genellikle belirgin semptomlarla ortaya çıkar ve tedavisi önemlidir. Akut pyelonefrit, gebelerde daha nadir görülse de ciddi bir durumdur.
Gebelerde üriner enfeksiyonlar, anne ve fetus için olumsuz etkilere neden olabilir. Bu durum, erken doğum tehdidi, düşük doğum ağırlıklı bebek, prematüre doğum gibi komplikasyonlara yol açabilir. Gebelikte yaşam kalitesini düşüren enfeksiyon semptomları, fiziksel ve psikolojik etkilenmeye neden olabilir.
Ebelik alanında çalışan sağlık profesyonellerinin, gebelere yönelik düzenli takip, eğitim ve bilgilendirme yaparak üriner enfeksiyon riskini azaltmada önemli bir rolü vardır. Bu kapsamda, Sağlık Bakanlığı tarafından oluşturulan Doğum Öncesi Bakım Yönetim Rehberi'ne uygun olarak gebelerin izlenmesi ve eğitilmesi önemlidir. Ebeler ayrıca gebeleri diyet, hijyen ve egzersiz konularında bilgilendirerek enfeksiyon riskini azaltabilirler.
The Importance of Breastfeeding and Barriers of Breastfeeding Practices in Disasters
Authors: Biçer Özdemir Esra Zehra , Ünal Egemen
Published: March 2024

Natural disasters can have adverse effects on infant nutrition and breastfeeding. Post-disaster challenges, such as infrastructure damage, disruptions in healthcare services, and limitations in food supply, can negatively impact the breastfeeding experience of infants reliant on breast milk. Similarly, disasters and post-disaster conditions can lead to issues in breastfeeding mothers' physical and mental health, causing problems in breast milk supply. Breastfeeding provides health benefits for both infants and mothers, strengthening infants' immune systems and aiding in the prevention of diseases such as diarrhea. However, during disasters, breastfeeding practices may encounter various challenges. These challenges include environmental factors, psychological traumas, insufficient breast milk supply, and difficulties in accessing hygiene and care materials. Therefore, understanding the factors influencing breastfeeding practices in populations residing in disaster-prone regions is crucial. Breast milk holds critical importance for the health and survival of infants, serving as a vital source of nutrition and protection against infections even in disaster conditions. The main goal of this study is to understand the importance of breastfeeding and the impact of natural disasters on breastfeeding practices, address the challenges that arise in this context, and provide guidance for disaster preparedness policies in future emergencies.
Lipödemde Tıbbi Beslenme Tedavisi
Authors: Akdoğan Gülnur , Solak Görmüş Z. Işık , Özen Koca Raviye
Published: March 2024

Lipödem, patolojisi tam olarak bilinmemekle birlikte, çoğunlukla kadınları etkileyen, yağ dokusunda değişiklikler ve vaskülarite anomalilerini içeren kronik bir yağ dokusu hastalığıdır. Lipödem yağ dokusu, vücutta kronik sistemik inflamasyona yol açar. Kesin olarak kanıtlanmış bir tedavisi bulunmadığından asıl amaç hastalıkla ilişkili semptomları hafifletmektir. Geleneksel beslenme yaklaşımları lipödem üzerinde etkisizdir, ancak karbonhidrat alımının kısıtlandığı ve antioksidan içeren besin alımının artırıldığı beslenme modelleri, lipödemin neden olduğu inflamasyonu ve semptomları azaltmada terapötik bir yaklaşım olabilir. Ketojenik diyet, düşük karbonhidrat içeriği ile lipödemde en sık çalışılan diyet yaklaşımıdır ve hastalar için en uygun diyet yaklaşımı olduğu düşünülmektedir. Kan şekeri profilini ve insülin direncini iyileştirerek, lipödemin desteklediği hipergliseminin neden olduğu inflamasyonu önler. Ayrıca CRP (C-reaktif protein) seviyesinin düşmesine neden olarak inflamasyondan kaynaklanan ağrıyı da bastırır. Antioksidanlar açısından zengin olan Akdeniz diyeti de lipödem üzerinde olumlu etkileri olduğu bildirilen bir diğer beslenme modelidir. Diyette antiinflamatuar gıdaların bol olması ve vücutta proinflamatuar sitokin üretimine yol açabilecek bileşenlerin minimum düzeyde olması nedeniyle lipödem hastalarına uygulanabileceği belirtiliyor. Öte yandan vücudun fizyolojik işleyişinin sağlanmasında önemli rolleri olan vitamin ve minerallerin, lipödemin neden olduğu olumsuz klinik tabloyu daha da kötüleştirmemek adına vücuttaki düzeylerine göre takviye olarak düşünülmesi gerekmektedir. Sonuç olarak lipödemin mekanizmasının anlaşılması ve gerektirdiği tedavi yöntemlerinin sağlanması için hala daha fazla çalışmaya ihtiyaç vardır. Bu bölümde lipödemde uygulanabilecek tıbbi beslenme tedavisi hakkında güncel literatür doğrultusunda okuyuculara bilgi vermek amaçlanmıştır.
Framing Analysis of Alleged Blasphemy Cases by Al-Zaytun Islamic Boarding School Leaders: Panji Gumilang on Detik.com and Republika.co.id Media for the July to August 2023 Period
Authors: Winda Winda , Widiastuti Wahyu , Perdanat Dionni Ditya
Published: March 2024

Blasphemy is a significant and sensitive topic in the news, prompting mass media to allocate coverage to religious issues. This study utilizes qualitative methods, employing the framing model analysis of William A. Gamson and Andre Modigliani. The objective is to examine news concerning alleged blasphemy cases involving Panji Gumilang, the head of Al-Zaytun ponpes, as reported by Republika and Detik during the period from July to August 2023. Researchers scrutinized six news articles, three from Republika and three from Detik. The findings reveal that both Republika and Detik distinctly highlight ongoing investigations by law authorities into the blasphemy case attributed to Panji Gumilang. Republika's coverage primarily focuses on evidence exploration to gather information, reinforcing the report on the alleged blasphemy case for a smoother legal process and justice. In contrast, Detik examines the societal influence and impact of the blasphemy case. Meanwhile, Detik discussed the influence and impact of this blasphemy case on society. The reason for choosing the two media is because both have different backgrounds, Republika is a media born from the Muslim community that is more in-depth in news related to Islamic religious issues while Detik is a popular media whose reporting is neutral.
Social Media in Controlling Tobacco Epidemic Among Adolescents and Young Adults: A Literature Review
Authors: Saputra Adi , Ayu Ari Febiyanti I Gusti Agung
Published: March 2024

This study aimed to gather information from the literature regarding the role of social media in tobacco control among adolescents and young adults, both domestically and internationally. The study utilized a literature review from articles on Google Scholar and PubMed published between 2019 and 2023. Inclusion criteria encompassed open-access articles related to interventions using social media to control tobacco consumption among adolescents and young adults, excluding modeling studies. Intervention outcomes were assessed and extracted in narrative form. Fourteen articles met the inclusion criteria (11 original research articles and 3 articles with secondary data). Research designs in the original research articles included Randomized Control Trials (RCTs) and in-depth interviews. Studies utilizing WeChat and WhatsApp demonstrated favorable intervention outcomes in delivering tobacco control messages. Peer mentoring through Instagram was also considered easily accessible for adolescents. Other social media platforms facilitating global discussions, such as Twitter, can enhance public literacy on electronic cigarettes and facilitate the implementation of electronic cigarette policies. Social media interventions in tobacco control are more readily accepted by adolescents, easily accessible, cost-effective, and provide post-intervention social support. The presence of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and message-writing techniques on social media should be considered in health promotion. Research on public perceptions of tobacco control messages delivered by KOLs could be considered for further studies.
The Influence of Viral Marketing on Tiktok Shop Live Streaming on Erigo Product Purchase Decisions
Authors: Kamay Faizal
Published: March 2024

This study aimed to gather information from the literature regarding the role of social media in tobacco control among adolescents and young adults, both domestically and internationally. The study utilized a literature review from articles on Google Scholar and PubMed published between 2019 and 2023. Inclusion criteria encompassed open-access articles related to interventions using social media to control tobacco consumption among adolescents and young adults, excluding modeling studies. Intervention outcomes were assessed and extracted in narrative form. Fourteen articles met the inclusion criteria (11 original research articles and 3 articles with secondary data). Research designs in the original research articles included Randomized Control Trials (RCTs) and in-depth interviews. Studies utilizing WeChat and WhatsApp demonstrated favorable intervention outcomes in delivering tobacco control messages. Peer mentoring through Instagram was also considered easily accessible for adolescents. Other social media platforms facilitating global discussions, such as Twitter, can enhance public literacy on electronic cigarettes and facilitate the implementation of electronic cigarette policies. Social media interventions in tobacco control are more readily accepted by adolescents, easily accessible, cost-effective, and provide post-intervention social support. The presence of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and message-writing techniques
The Effect of Job Division, Promotion, Project, Salary, Length of Work With Employee Turnover Using Logistic Regression Analysis
Authors: Fitri Effendi Sitti Raisya
Published: March 2024

This study aims to examine the effect of job division, employee promotion, projects, salary, and length of work on employee turnover rates in an organization. The use of logistic regression analysis is used to identify factors that contribute to employees' decision to leave their jobs. Data for this study was collected through surveys involving employees in various divisions within the selected organization. The dependent variable is the employee's turnover status (resigning or not resigning), while the independent variable includes job division, employee promotion, project, salary, and length of work. The results of logistic regression analysis show that Employee Salary has a significant influence on employee turnover rate. A competitive salary can be a determining factor in influencing an employee's decision to stay in the job. The results of this study have a sensitivity level of 45%, meaning the goodness of the model in predicting employees who do not leave the company. The results showed that the level of specificity is 82% predicting employees who leave the company so this model is very good in this case. The results of this study provide important insights for organizational management in managing employee turnover rates. By understanding the influence of these factors, organizations can take appropriate steps to increase employee satisfaction, retain valuable talent, and reduce costs and disruptions caused by employee turnover.
Analyze The Effect of Service Quality, The Role of Social Media Technology, and Company Reputation On Increasing Power Sales
Authors: Ardiansyah Reza
Published: March 2024

The purpose of the research to identify effect of service quality, the role of social media technology, and company reputation on increasing power sales. This research is an explanatory research using hypothesis testing methods and quantitative approaches. The goal is to explain the causal relationship between one variable that affects another variable, namely independent variables in the form of service quality, the role of social media technology and company reputation on the dependent variable that is increased sales. Based on the discussion in the previous chapters and answering the problem formulation, research objectives and referring to the process and results of data analysis in this study, the following conclusions can be drawn: There is a positive and significant influence between service quality and increased electricity sales at PLN UP3 Ponorogo. There is a positive and significant influence between the role of social media technology and the increase in electricity sales at PLN UP3 Ponorogo. There is a positive and significant influence between the company's reputation and the increase in electricity sales at PLN UP3 Ponorogo
The Role of Job Satisfaction In Moderating The Influence of Transformational Leadership and Affective Commitment On Employee Performance
Authors: Jarwanto Slamet
Published: March 2024

The purpose of the research to identify the role of job satisfaction in moderating the influence of transformational leadership and affective commitment on employee performance. This research is a quantitative research with explanatory research type using survey method. This type of explanatory research explains the relationship between variables that have been built based on theory using hypotheses. The research steps begin based on the limitations of the problem, followed by forming a framework of thinking so that it can be used to answer the problems that are the background of this research. The temporary answer to this research error is called a hypothesis, which will be proven true by the results of analysis of the data obtained. Based on the results of the analysis of research data that has been carried out, the following conclusions can be drawn: Convergent validity testing has met the valid requirements by meeting the rule of thumbs, which is above 0.7 for loading factors and greater than 0.5 for AVE values. The descriptive validity test has met the valid requirements by meeting the rule of thumbs where the AVE √ all variables are greater than the correlation of each pair.
Development of Canva Application-Based Motion Audio-Visual Media For The Creative Thinking Skills of Grade X Students at SMAN 1 Parigi Utara
Authors: Sintiawati Ani , Jamhari Mohammad , N Tangge Lilies
Published: March 2024

Canva application-based motion audio-visual media is one form of learning media that can support 21st century learning. This study aims to develop and see the effectiveness of canva application-based motion audio-visual media on environmental pollution material on the ability to think creatively and science communication of grade X students at SMAN 1 North Parigi. The method used in this research is research and development (Research and Development) with 4D instructional design. This research was conducted on grade X students at SMAN 1 North Parigi totaling 48 students. The results of this study show that: (1) Canva application-based motion audio-visual media developed obtained a percentage of 86% of the very valid category and for practicality of media obtained a percentage of 87.5% of the very practical category for use in biology learning, (2) The effectiveness of motion audio-visual media based on the Canva application developed is very effective in improving students' creative thinking skills with effect size values 1.37 very large categories Based on the results of the development that has been carried out, Canva application-based motion audio-visual media can be a learning medium that can improve students' creative thinking skills in biology learning.
Nothing to lose but our tiny royalty cheques: on the proposed open access books policy for the next REF
Authors: Moore Samuel
Published: March 2024

Open access policy mandates have never been an effective way of convincing researchers of the benefits of exploring alternative, open publishing practices. Forcing someone to do something will not help them engage with the reasons for doing it. Instead, the mandate feels like a simple tickbox exercise that can be ignored once fulfilled.
Can Economists Become Data Scientists?
Authors: Costa Henrique
Published: March 2024

When it comes to job titles, data scientist is one of the biggest buzzwords in recent years. It is also one of the fastest growing fields of professional activity. Can an economist really be a data scientist? What skills are needed?
Problematika Penerapan Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning pada Mata Pelajaran Akidah Akhlak
Authors: Rokim Rokim
Published: March 2024

The 2013 curriculum regulations require learning to use a student-centered or scientific approach, but in reality the majority of teachers still use conservative learning for reasons of making learning easier for teachers, adapting to students' characteristics, adjusting the dimensions of knowledge and learning objectives, even though in a number of studies it has received a lot of criticism from experts because this kind of learning makes students passive and not creative in building knowledge. From this phenomenon, I present a problem based learning model as part of the learning approach for students at madrasah ibtidaiyah level in Islamic religious education subjects. The aim is to find out what problems teachers have in operationalizing the problem based leaning model and what the learning problems are like for students in elementary age children in the Aqidah Akhlak subject whose dimensions of knowledge are mostly conceptual and religious doctrine.This research uses a qualitative approach and field research which is useful for describing learning activities in the classroom.The findings from the research are the most crucial problem in the first syntax when the teacher presents teaching material in the form of text for students to understand, plus fatal apperception, the formation of groups that are not heterogeneous, student participation is weak, learning references are limited, and, unfocused learning objectives.
The interaction between language identity, pedagogy, and the effects on indigenous languages (Urdu and Sindhi): A case study of undergraduate institutes of Sindh, Pakistan
Authors: Pathan Habibullah , Al Murshidi Ghadah , Ayyaz Shazia , Bakhsh Illahi , Alvi Urooj Fatima
Published: March 2024

The purpose of the article is to examine the correlation between language and identity, as well as the influence of English language instruction in Pakistan on Pakistani linguistic identities. While English language learners use a variety of teaching and learning strategies, they also come from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds and have varied learning objectives. The data collection involved two hundred undergraduates from each of the two campuses of the University of Sindh, one located in Jamshoro and the other in Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan. Additionally, interviews were conducted with five English language instructors who were all affiliated with the University of Sindh. Qualitative methods were utilized by the researcher for this investigation. The researcher employed two survey questionnaires, one for teachers and one for students, as a crucial tool for data gathering. The findings of the article demonstrate that language plays a significant role in expressing one's social or personal identity, serving as a single characteristic of language usage for identification. Moreover, the article also examined the influence of English on two Pakistani languages, Urdu and Sindhi. Following the acquisition of English language skills, individuals may perceive changes in their level of competence, communication style, and value systems. The inclination towards code-mixing in public discourse can be attributed to the English language, as Pakistanis are highly conscious of their social status and aspire to appear well-educated.
A review on water pollution by γHCH (lindane) and its removal using nanomaterials
Authors: Gupta Aradhna , Sharma Bechan
Published: March 2024

Water pollution by the direct discharge of pollutants (fertilizers, pesticides, heavy metals, etc.) into the river without any pretreatment has become a severe environmental/health hazard. Organochlorine pesticides have extensively been used from the 1940s to 1980 as insecticides in agriculture, weedicides, herbicides, etc. Lindane, an organochlorine pesticide, contributes to bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms and biomagnification in the food chain due to its hydrophobic chemical nature and environmentally persistent property with a very slow rate of degradation. Nanotechnology has proven to be very efficient in removing pollutants. Nanomaterials with unique physical and chemical properties have become a tool for toxicant eradication. Some of the properties of nanomaterials, like high reactivity, adhesion, reflectance, surface plasmon resonance to detect toxic materials, quantum effect in which there is no resistance faced by charged particles, small size, and large surface area to volume, enable them to adsorb many toxicants on their surface, thereby assisting in detoxification and removal of pollutants from water. Some examples include the application of nano-zerovalent iron in the oxidation of groundwater, the reusability of photocatalytic membranes, and many more. This review article presents an updated account of some techniques for eradicating lindane from the aqueous medium.
Threats of nano/microplastics to reproduction and offspring: Potential mechanisms and perspectives
Authors: Ha Mei , Tang Wanzhen , Huang Jichun , Liu Changjiang
Published: March 2024

Due to their ubiquitous occurrence in the aquatic environment and terrestrial ecosystem and underlying eco-environmental risks, nano/microplastics (NPs/MPs) have sparked great public concerns. The purpose of this work is aimed to summarize the harmful influence of NPs/MPs on reproduction and offspring health and further explore the potential mechanisms of action, thereby facilitating the more comprehensive understanding of NPs/MPs features. Literature search databases included EMBASE, Web of Science, and PubMed. The study selection and data extraction were implemented according to the inclusion criteria. NPs/MPs could accumulate and trigger reproductive toxic responses and thereafter generate deleterious effects on the offspring's health. Accordingly, the reproductive toxicity of NPs/MPs was characterized as the sperm deformity, decline in sperm count and motility, follicular growth tardiness, ovarian fibrosis, granulosa cell death, disorder of reproductive hormone secretion, as well as the fetal growth restriction, glycolipid metabolism disorder, and inflammatory responses of the next generation. Additionally, mechanism research revealed that NPs/MPs exposure brought about inflammatory responses and oxidative stress and thereafter destroyed the blood-testis barrier (BTB) integrity, motivated spermatogenic cell apoptosis by activating the JNK and p38/MAPK-Nrf2/NF-κB pathways, and induced ovarian granulosa cell pyroptosis and apoptosis and subsequent ovarian fibrosis via the Wnt/β-Catenin and NLRP3/Caspase-1 pathways. Nevertheless, this work also highlighted the imperative requirements for scientific and systematic risk assessments of NPs/MPs, so as to identify feasible risk mitigation strategies.
Does Spain Need the Tax Measures Included in the Debt-Equity Bias Reduction Allowance (DEBRA) Directive Proposal?
Authors: Rincón de Pablo G.
Published: March 2024

In this article, the author analyses the proposed EU debt-equity bias reduction allowance (DEBRA) Directive proposal, which has been temporarily suspended. This pause provides an opportunity to determine whether or not the existing measures in Spain for reducing the unequal tax treatment of debt and equity are sufficient and, therefore, whether or not measures like those in the Proposed DEBRA Directive are even necessary or recommendable in Spain.
Response of stiffness and viscosity on the energy ratios at piezo-visco-thermo-elastic medium
Authors: Kumar Sandeep , Kumari Neelam , Gupta Vipin , Barak M.S.
Published: March 2024

This article presents a mathematical framework that characterizes a transversely isotropic piezo-visco-thermo-elastic medium within the context of the dual-phase lags heat transfer law (PVID) applied to an elastic medium (ES). Specifically, the study investigates the propagation of plane waves within the elastic medium and their interaction with the imperfect interface of the ES/PVID media. This interaction results in two waves reflecting back into the elastic medium and four waves propagating through the piezo-visco-thermo-elastic medium. The research explores the distribution of energy between the reflected and transmitted waves by analyzing amplitude ratios at the boundary interfaces, considering factors such as phase delays, viscosity effects, and wave frequency. The study illustrates the influence of boundary stiffness and viscosity parameters on these energy ratios through graphical representations. The study's findings are consistent with the principles of the energy balance law, and the research also delves into specific cases of interest. Overall, this investigation provides insights into wave behavior within complex media and offers potential applications across various fields.
Performance Evaluation of Nonlinear Viscoelastic Materials using Finite Element Method
Authors: Sabri Laith , Al-Tamimi Adnan , Alshamma Fathi , Mohammed M , Salloomi Kareem , Abdullah Oday
Published: March 2024

This research paper applies the finite element method as a methodology to evaluate the structural performance of nonlinear viscoelastic solids. A finite element algorithm was built and developed to simulate the mathematical nonlinear viscoelastic material behavior based on incremental constitutive equations. The derived Equation of the incremental constitutive included the complete strain and stress histories. The Schapery’s nonlinear viscoelastic material model was integrated within the displacement-based finite element environment to perform the analysis. A modified Newton-Raphson technique was used to solve the nonlinear part in the resultant equations. In this work, the deviatoric and volumetric strain–stress relations were decoupled, and the hereditary strains were updated at the end of each time increment. It is worth mentioning that the developed algorithm can be effectively employed for all the permissible values of Poisson’s ratio by using a selective integration procedure. The algorithm was tested for a number of applications, and the results were compared with some previously published experimental results. A small percentage error of (1%) was observed comparing the published experimental results. The developed algorithm can be considered a promising numerical tool that overcomes convergence issues, enhancing equilibrium with high-accuracy results.
Evaluation of Lane Change Maneuvers on a Dynamic Motorcycle Riding Simulator Utilizing a Rider Leaning Input
Authors: Pleß Raphael , Will Sebastian , Merkel Nora Leona , Neukum Alexandra
Published: March 2024

Up until today, high fidelity dynamic motorcycle riding simulators (DMRS) lack behind the rideability and accessibility of real motorcycles. This is a limiting factor when it comes to the applicability of such simulators in the development processes of motorcycle manufacturers, suppliers and research institutes. Extensive training of the study participants can help to overcome issues with a simulator’s rideability and accessibility and therefore enables valid studies. However, it decreases the test efficiency due to the timely effort and weakens the trust of managers and decision makers into the results gained on the simulator. One approach to increase the rideability of DMRS is to introduce a technology, that allows utilizing rider motion as an input to the simulation, instead of only implementing a steering input. This approach is called “Dual Loop Rider Control” (DLRC) and is realized on the DESMORI simulator by measuring the rider induced roll torque that takes any coupling torque between the rider and the motorcycle frame around the vehicle’s longitudinal axis into account (Pleß, 2016).
The objective of the paper at hand is to discuss if and how the applicability and performance of DLRC in dynamic riding maneuvers can be rated. Scales and ratings known from literature, that are for example applied for the analysis of motorcycle handling, are not sufficient for this purpose. For instance, the Lane-Change-Roll Index will decrease when implementing DLRC and utilizing leaning (vs. riding with steering input only). Typically, such lower steer torque efforts would indicate improved handling ratings. But ultimately, they have no relevance in terms of rideability, accessibility and realism of the simulator, as these qualities cannot be boiled down to lower steering efforts. Thus, there is the need for new objective performance measures.
It is hypothesized that an increased rideability of the simulator is observable in a higher precision and repeatability when performing a lane change maneuver. A set of characteristic values describing this maneuver is presented to objectively evaluate the performance of the simulator. The values result from a curve fitting of the vehicle trajectory to a hyperbolic tangent function. In order to investigate the effects of DLRC on these characteristic values, the lane change maneuver is tested at velocities between 30 km/h and 100 km/h in three different configurations: pure steering control, pure leaning control and DLRC. The collected data highlights the effectiveness of the added leaning input and indicates slight improvements in rideability of the lane change maneuver. However, the objective performance ratings still don’t suffice to draw a precise picture of the gain in rideability through DLRC.
Instrumented Bicycle for Experimental Investigation of Braking Dynamics including Front Brake induced Rear Wheel Lift Up
Authors: Skatulla Johann , Maier Oliver , Schmidt Stephan
Published: March 2024

Cyclists are usually afraid of using the front brake of their bicycles aggressively. They fear the danger of falling over the handlebar, sustaining serious neck or head injuries. Preventing this pitch-over can be addressed using electronic brake assistance. But little work is found on the dynamics involved, especially of the early phase were mitigating the pitch-over is still possible by brake pressure reduction. To address this, an instrumented bicycle equipped with sensors measuring variables of motion including absolute over ground velocity and attitude is presented. The need for a novel instrumented bicycle capable of capturing pitch-over dynamics and detecting when ground contact is lost, is pointed out. Needed sensors and their calibration is worked out, and the instrumented bicycle is built and tested. The capturing capabilities are shown, and robust jet precise methods of ground contact loss detection are presented.
Sosyal, İktisadi, Beşeri ve Yönetim Alanları Perspektifinde Sorunlara Bakış
Authors: ASLAN Ömer Faruk
Published: March 2024

İÇİNDEKİLER ÇEVRE MUHASEBESİ UYGULAMALARININ OTEL İŞLETMELERİ AÇISINDAN ÖNEMİ: BAYBURT İLİNDE BİR UYGULAMA Alirıza AĞ - Fatma YILMAZ BİLGİ TOPLUMUNDA ENTELEKTÜEL LİDERLİK GEREKSİNİMİNİN BİBLİYOMETRİK ANALİZİ Ayaz Yusuf ALTIN ÜNİVERSİTE ÖĞRENCİLERİNDE BAĞLANMA STİLLERİNİN DEPRESYON İLE İLİŞKİSİ Dilan MALGAZ GÜÇLÜ KRİPTO PARALARIN SUÇ ÖRGÜTLERİNİN HAREKET SAHALARINI GENİŞLETMESİ Elif SARIÇİÇEK TEK PARTİ DÖNEMİNDE İTTİFAK SİYASETİ Ertuğrul ERYÜCEL BEVERIDGE EĞRİSİ HİPOTEZİNİN GEÇERLİLİĞİ: TEORİ VE UYGULAMA Fatma ÜNLÜ TÜRKİYE’DE GENÇ İŞSİZLİK SORUNU Fulya ÇINAR AKADEMİK YAYINCILIK OLİGOPOLİSİNDEN TOPLULUK SAHİPLİĞİNDE YAYINCILIĞA: AKADEMİK İLETİŞİM İÇİN BİR PARADİGMA DEĞİŞİMİ Göktürk KALKAN SÜRDÜRÜLEBİLİR YEREL KALKINMA VE YENİLENEBİLİR ENERJİ KAYNAKLARI İLİŞKİSİNİN GENEL DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ İbrahim Halil POLAT HOW CHARACTERISTICS OF BUSINESS MANAGERS AFFECT EXPORT PERFORMANCE İsmail ATABAY ETİK LİDERLİK DAVRANIŞININ ÇALIŞANLAR ÜZERİNDEKİ ETKİSİ Meryem GÜL YÜKSEKÖĞRETİM KURUMLARINDA SOSYAL POLİTİKA UYGULAMA ÖRNEKLERİ VE POLİTİKA UYGULAYICISI SAĞLIK, KÜLTÜR VE SPOR DAİRE BAŞKANLIKLARININ YÜKSEKÖĞRETİMİN FİNANSMANI BAĞLAMINDA ÖZ GELİRLER AÇISINDAN DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ N. Fıratcan ÇINAR - Fulya ÇINAR SAĞLIK ÇALIŞANLARI AÇISINDAN MESLEK HASTALIKLARININ ANALİZİ Ö. Hakan ÇAVUŞ TÜRK BANKACILIK SEKTÖRÜNDE ÇEVRESEL SÜRDÜRÜLEBİLİRLİĞİN ÇOK KRİTERLİ KARAR VERME YÖNTEMLERİ İLE ANALİZİ Özlem KUVAT - Gül SEZGİN İHMALDEN TEORİYE KURUMLARIN İKTİSADİ ANALİZİ: YENİ KURUMSAL İKTİSATIN KURAMSAL TEMELLERİ Ramazan BEKTAŞ - Kerim Eser AFŞAR SON 30 YILDA TÜRKİYE’Yİ SARAN ÇATIŞMALAR VE TÜRKİYE’YE ETKİLERİ Sibel Elif ÖZDİLEK MAKRO İKTİSADIN DÜNÜ VE BUGÜNÜ: METODOLOJİK PERSPEKTİFLE SORUNLARI ANLAMAK Sinem KUTLU HORVATH KARAHANLI DEVLETİ’NDE EĞİTİM FAALİYETLERİNE GENEL BİR BAKIŞ Şengül BÜYÜKBOYACI - Özlem KINACI
The Quran and Restoration of Education
Authors: Setiawan Andry , Suhartini Andewi
Published: March 2024

This paper explores pedagogical approaches to teaching Al-Qur'an in Islamic schools. It examines various methods and strategies employed by educators to effectively impart the teachings of Al-Qur'an to students within the context of Islamic education. The study delves into the importance of integrating Al-Qur'an into the curriculum and discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with teaching Al-Qur'an in Islamic schools. Additionally, it highlights the role of teachers in implementing pedagogical approaches that engage students and foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Al-Qur'an. The findings of this paper contribute to the ongoing discourse on enhancing the quality of Islamic education through innovative pedagogical.
Evaluation of The Implementation of POJK No.4/POJK.03/2015 Concerning The Implementation of Governance for Rural Banks at PT. BPR Dana Multi Guna
Authors: Juniasti Riwandari , Yardi Lukmetiabla Smarjo
Published: March 2024

Good corporate governance or GCG is an important component for all types of businesses, especially rural banks (BPR). The main objective of GCG is to safeguard the interests of stakeholders, increase productivity in the organization, and minimize risks. Financial Services Authority Regulation (POJK) No. 4/POJK.03/2015 concerning the Implementation of Governance for Rural Banks was issued by the Financial Services Authority (OJK) in 2015. The application of GCG principles in BPR, including elements of transparency, accountability, responsibility, independence, and justice, is strictly regulated in this POJK. According to this law, BPR must apply governance principles in every aspect of its business, at every level of the organization. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the extent to which rural banks (BPR) have complied with POJK No. 4/POJK.03/2015, especially related to the duties and obligations of the Board of Directors and Board of Commissioners. The purpose of this study is to collect information about the BPR governance process through interviews with PT. BPR Dana Multi Guna. After that, the data is checked and compared with related regulations to see if they are complied with. The evaluation findings show that PT. BPR Dana Multi Guna has fulfilled all directives of the Financial Services Authority regarding governance as outlined in POJK No. 4/POJK.03/2015. However, the study also reveals that rural banks should be more committed to implementing good governance and raising awareness of it. This is important so that BPR can improve performance, reduce potential risks, and safeguard the interests of stakeholders effectively.
Closing the Accountability Gap
Authors: Hanrieder Tine , Eckl Julian
Published: March 2024

In their latest ‘WHO transformation’ (which began in 2017), the WHO hired at least six consulting firms, praised by the Director-General as the ‘best firms in the world’. Despite their prominent role in WHO processes and reform efforts, there is a clear accountability gap in their role at WHO. Consultant engagement contributes to a trend towards informal governance and public-private collusions in an organization that looks less and less like a public authority.
Das Zeitalter der Biologie – Wie sich die Beziehung zwischen Mensch, Natur und Technik verändert
Authors: Frick Karin , Bauer Johannes C.
Published: March 2024

Bioökonomie ist Wirtschaftsform der Zukunft Tierfreies Fleisch, Treibstoff aus Algen und Beton aus Bakterien? Wir stehen heute an der Schwelle von einer industriellen zu einer biobasierten Wirtschaft, so die Studie des Gottlieb Duttweiler Instituts. Das langfristige Ziel der Bioökonomie ist eine Kreislaufwirtschaft mit biobasierten Herstellungsprozessen und nachwachsenden Materialien. Technologische Durchbrüche wie der Einsatz von Bakterien zur Zersetzung von Plastikabfällen und die Speicherung von digitalen Daten in Pflanzen-DNA stehen exemplarisch für diesen Fortschritt. Tritt die Biotechnologie eines Tages aus dem Laborstadium heraus, werden Mikroben zum wichtigsten Rohstoff der neuen Bioökonomie. Schon 2030 könnte der Wert der Bioökonomie weltweit zwischen vier und fast 30 Billionen Dollar liegen, heisst es in einem Bericht von Schmidt Futures, einem Unternehmen des ehemaligen Google-CEOs Eric Emerson Schmidt. Wie steht die Schweizer Bevölkerung zu Biotech und Bioökonomie? Die Ergebnisse einer repräsentativen Befragung in der Deutschschweiz (1001 Personen, 15 – 80 Jahre alt), die im Rahmen der Studie durchgeführt wurde, weisen auf einen Wertewandel von einem anthropozentrischen zu einem ökozentrischen Weltbild hin. Die Mehrheit der Befragten (90 %) empfindet eine starke Verbindung zur Natur, unabhängig von Alter, Geschlecht und Bildung. Ein Grossteil der Befragten ist offen dafür, der Natur eine eigene Rechtspersönlichkeit zuzugestehen.