bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparison of Low Cycle Fatigue Crack Propagation Methods for Turbine
Exhaust Case
Authors: Karandikar Rishi Suhas , Kumar Niraj
Published: September 2024

The aerospace industry heavily relies on NASGRO as a standard method for crack
propagation analysis, despite encountering challenges due to variations in
stress gradients across flight missions. In response to this issue, this paper
introduces a pioneering methodology that integrates stress gradients at each
time point throughout a mission, computed cycle by cycle using NASGRO. The study
meticulously evaluates the feasibility and efficacy of this approach against
established industry-standard procedures, focusing on the critical topic of low
cycle fatigue (LCF) and underscoring the significance of damage-tolerant design
principles. The methodology encompasses the design of an H-sector in Ansys
Workbench, the execution of stress analysis for a typical flight mission
profile, and the systematic extraction of stress gradients for each cycle at the
pivotal crack nucleation point. Subsequently, NASGRO is employed to estimate
life cycles using both industry-standard baseline methodologies and a
per-gradient approach facilitated by Python scripting. The comparative analysis
encompasses variations in starting crack size, geometry, and time complexity,
offering a comprehensive assessment of the advantages and limitations of each
life estimation technique. The findings of the study significantly contribute to
the advancement of damage tolerance design in aerospace applications, furnishing
invaluable insights into more precise crack propagation life estimates. These
insights carry immediate implications for enhancing the safety and reliability
of aircraft components, thereby facilitating the continual refinement of
industry standards.
The Effect of Transformational Leadership Style on Employee Performance Through Organizational Culture as an Interverning Variable
Authors: Chaerudin Abdul Rauf , Okaviani Lulu Laujiah
Published: September 2024

The existence of human resources in a company has a very important role. One of the important factors related to human resources that affect the progress and development of a company is employee performance. Factors that affect performance include transformational leadership style and organizational culture. This study aims to determine the effect of transformational leadership style on employee performance, the effect of transformational leadership style on organizational culture, the influence of organizational culture on employee performance, and the influence of transformational leadership style on employee performance through organizational culture as an interverning variable at PT. XYZ. This research uses correlational quantitative method. The sampling technique used is a saturated sample with a population of 37 respondents, data obtained from primary data by distributing questionnaires. This research is processed using smartPLS version 3.3.9. The results of the calculation of transformational leadership style (X) on employee performance (Y) have a path coefficient of -0.217 with a t-statistic value of 1.939 < 1.96 and P-values 0.053> 0.05. The results of the calculation of transformational leadership style (X) on organizational culture (Z) have a path coefficient of 0.865 with a t-statistic value of 16.418> 1.96 and P-values 0.000 <0.05. The results of the calculation of organizational culture (Z) on employee performance (Y) have a path coefficient of 1.120 with a t-statistic value of 12,404> 1.96 and P-values of 0.000 <0.05. The results of the calculation of the indirect effect of transformational leadership style (X) through organizational culture (Z) on employee performance (Y) has a path coefficient of 0.969 with a t-statistic value of 9.285> 1.96 and p-values 0.000 < 0.05. In this study it can be concluded that transformational leadership style has no significant effect on employee performance, transformational leadership style has a significant influence on organizational culture, organizational culture has a significant effect on employee performance, and transformational leadership style has a significant effect on employee performance through organizational culture as interverning variable
The Influence of Work Ethic and Organizational Culture on Employee Performance at the Regional Financial Management Agency of West Pasaman Regency
Authors: Harum Beny , Susanti Febsri
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of competence, individual characteristics and lacus of control partially and simultaneously on the performance of employees at the secretariat of DPRD Pariaman City. Samples were selected using the total sampling method. The sample in this study were employees of the DPRD Pariaman City Secretariat, totaling 40 people. The data collection technique used a questionnaire, while the data analysis method used validity and reliability tests, classical assumptions, multiple linear regression analysis and statistical tests (t test, F test and coefficient of determination). The results showed that the competence variable had an effect on employee performance at the DPRD secretariat of Pariaman City, with a value of tcount 3.739 > ttable 2.021 at a significant level of 0.001 <0.05.  This study aims to determine the effect of work ethic and organizational culture partially and simultaneously on employee performance at the Regional Financial Management Agency (BPKD) of West Pasaman Regency. The sample was selected using the total sampling method. The sample in this study were employees of the Regional Financial Management Agency (BPKD) of West Pasaman Regency, totaling 70 people. The data collection technique used a questionnaire, while the data analysis method used validity and reliability tests, classical assumptions, multiple linear regression analysis and statistical tests (t test, F test and coefficient of determination).
              The results showed that the variables of work ethic and organizational culture had an effect on employee performance at the Regional Financial Management Agency (BPKD) of West Pasaman Regency, with a regression coefficient of -0.386 and a significant value of 0.000 (< 0.05). Then Organizational Culture has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance at the Regional Financial Management Agency (BPKD) of West Pasaman Regency with a regression coefficient value of 1.119 and a significant value of 0.000 (<0.05). The coefficient of determination of 0.763 or 76.3% is influenced by the work ethic and organizational culture, while the remaining 23.7% is influenced by other factors not examined in this study
The Effect of Compensation on Employee Performance on PT. Waskita Beton Precast TBK
Authors: Zalne Ziola , Albani Muhammad Hudzaifa , Tanty Heruna
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of Compensation on employee performance of PT.  Waskita Beton Precast, Tbk. There is an independent variable of the effect of Compensation to be tested for the influence on the dependent variable, namely Karyawa Performance.  The population in this study were employees of PT. Waskita Beton Precast, Tbk Human Resources division which has 50 employees as of May 2020, which are all permanent employees. The research data used are primary data obtained through the dissemination of questionnaires. The analysis tool used is a simple linear regression test. The results showed that: (1) the results showed that compensation had a positive and significant effect  on employee performance with a  significance value of 0.022 < 0.05; (2) the test results   of the coefficient of determination showed that the  Adjusted R Square  value of  0.579 means that as many as 57.9% of employee performance-bound variables can be explained by  the free variable, namely compensation,  while other  factors of  42.1% were influenced by  other variables outside the  variables studied
Influence of Leadership Style and Cultural Organization on Employee Performance in the Personnel and Human Resources Development Agency of Agam District
Authors: Mayliza Riri , Putra Kasih Ade
Published: September 2024

One of the most important assets owned by a company is human resources because it has an influence on the survival of the company. Employees in a company should be provided with a comfortable working environtment to produce optimal performance. Leadership style is a pattern, method and expertise used by an organizational leader in acting, conveying and socializing to influence, direct, support and control other individuals or subordinates to perform a task in order to reach an agreement. Organizational culture is a comprehensive affirmation that is recognized by members of the organization in system of shared meaning. This study aims to determine the effect of leadership style and organizational culture on employee performance at Badan Kepegawaian dan Pembangunan Pembangunan Human Resources   Kabupatan Agam. Population in this study were 35 respondents who is also a sample of the entire population at the Agam District Civil Service and Human Resource Development Agency. Studies using multiple regression analysis. The results of this study indicate leadership style and organizational culture have a positive significant impact on employee performance
Corporate Governance Moderates the Relationship Between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Corporate Risk to Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Yusra Irdha , Dwizanita Pratiwi
Published: September 2024

This study aims to investigate corporate governance moderating the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and corporate risk in companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2016-2020. The sample is 194 with an observation period of five years, using purposive sampling technique and the selected sample is 970 observations. This study uses secondary data in the form of the company's annual financial statements through the official website of the Indonesia Stock Exchange (www.idx.co.id). The test uses multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS 16.0 program tools. The results of this study are that there is a positive and significant relationship between CSR and corporate risk, Board Size strengthens and significantly the relationship between CSR and corporate risk and Board Independence strengthens and insignificant the relationship between CSR and corporate risk in companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange
Compensation of the Influence and Motivation of Work on Employee Performance with Job Satisfaction as a Mediating Variable in Ninja Xpress MSH Padang
Authors: Anwar Saiful , Ikratullah M. Insan
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of compensation and work motivation variables on employee performance with job satisfaction as a mediating variable at Ninja Xpress MSH Padang. Collecting data by distributing questionnaires to 63 respondents using a saturated sampling technique, where all members of the population are sampled, using multiple linear regression testing with the help of the SPSS application. The results of the study show that compensation has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, work motivation has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, job satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, compensation has a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction, work motivation has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. job satisfaction
The dark side of critical thinking and the need to restore learning relationships
Authors: Rönnström Niclas
Published: September 2024

In the 20th century, critical thinking emerged as an important ideal in and aim of education. Hardly anyone opposes critical thinking, its weight is re-enforced in debates on education and its positive value is largely taken for granted because of the manifold promises it carries. However, in this paper I will challenge critical thinking as an aim of and unanimous positive value in education. The climate for critical thinking has changed in the course of modernization, since modern society no longer carries an open inviting view of the future; rather, it has been overloaded with dystopian energy and meaning as a result of negative and affirmative critical thinking to the extent that is it becoming self-crippling and existentially alienating. In the paper, I discuss different and significant views of critical thinking in education and higher education in order to highlight why and in what ways it is cherished and extolled in education. I argue that processes of reflexive modernization in society have altered the conditions for critical thinking to the extent that the imaginaries, institutions and practices we used to trust and still rely on in social life and in education are paradoxically dead and alive. In this context, I explicate a dark side of critical thinking that we can no longer neglect. I argue that quite common ways of doing critical thinking may have self-crippling, existentially alienating and dystopian dynamics and effects in times when we need confidence and trust the most. Consequently, no matter how much we cherish critical thinking we are no longer in a position to think of it as an unanimous good or as an ultimate aim of education. Critical thinking is, like many practices obstructed by reflexive modernization, full of self-serving fictions, nurturing its status as an all-but-only-good-purpose skill. There is a need to rethink critical thinking, its role and status in education and restore its learning relationships without falling prey to its darker dynamics, or so I argue.
Porencephaly in a dog – case report
Authors: Silva Marcella G. K. C. da , Carvalho Lucas B. C. S. de
Published: September 2024

Porencephaly is a rare disease that affects the central nervous system caused by developmental disorders or encephaloclastic disorders in the fetal and/or perinatal phases. Clinical manifestations are determined by the area and degree of brain involvement, with convulsive manifestations, visual deficits, compulsive circulatory movement and behavioral changes being more frequent. Due to its etiopathogenesis, any area of the brain can be affected. Magnetic resonance imaging is the most sensitive test for detecting brain injuries, and is essential for determining the diagnosis and outcome of affected patients. The patient in this report was a 6-year-old male bull terrier dog presenting porencephaly. This report aimed to contribute data for this rare condition.
Prevalence and Socio-demographic Variations in Traditional Medicine Use: A Study from East Nile Locality, Sudan
Authors:   Medicinal and Aromatic Plants and Traditional Medicine Resear
Published: September 2024

Traditional medicine (TM) remains a cornerstone of healthcare in Sudan, across urban and rural settings. We explored TM use and its association with socio-demographic characteristics (age, sex, education, economic status, and residence) in East Nile locality (ShargAlneil), Khartoum State. A survey encompassing 609 households (44.7% rural, 55.3% urban) revealed a high prevalence of TM use: over 80% reported using at least one form. Notably, significant socio-demographic variations emerged. Individuals with higher education leaned towards herbalists (p<0.05), while those with lower education favored religious healers (p<0.05). Similarly, older adults preferred religious healers (p<0.05), while males tended to choose herbalists (p<0.05). The most common ailments preferred to be treated by TM practitioners were spiritual and psychological issues, bone injuries, stomachaches, and headaches. Conversely, conditions like malaria, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease were primarily preferred to be managed by modern medicine. This study highlights the widespread use of TM across diverse demographics, with preferences for specific types of practitioners. It also underscores a selective trust in modern medicine for certain diseases. Integrating socio-demographic and cultural perspectives into healthcare delivery can enhance understanding of community needs and guide the development of appropriate interventions. Further research is warranted to delve deeper into the reasons behind these variations in treatment preferences.
Physiological and Biochemical Blood Indicators of Boer X Saanen Crossbred Goats Raised in Binh Duong Province, Vietnam
Authors:   Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Thu Dau Mot University, Binh Duong Province, Vietnam, Thi Thu Hien Nguyen
Published: September 2024

This paper presents the results of a study on the physiological and biochemical blood indices of F1 (Boer x Saanen) crossbred goats raised in Binh Duong province, Vietnam. Blood samples from 160 goats were taken by venipuncture from each animal in the morning, data were collected by sex and two age groups (3-12 months and 12-24 months). Blood physiological indices were measured using a Hemascreen 18 hematology analyzer. Blood biochemical indices were measured using an Abaxis Vetscan 2 chemistry analyzer. The results showed that the WBC, Mono and Neut indices varied according to age and sex (P0.05). RBC, HGB, MCV, MCH had no statistically significant differences between ages and sexes (P>0.05). The average protein concentration was 64.82-81.85 g/L, with significant differences between the study groups (P0.05). Statistically significant differences in mean values between age groups were investigated in the following parameters: Glucose, creatinine, AST, ALP, K, Ca, P, Cl. This study provides data on physiological and biochemical blood indices of Hybrids goats F1 (Boer x Saanen) as a basis for periodic health diagnosis of goat herds, promptly detecting health abnormalities. The data obtained can be used as reference limits related to physiological changes in livestock due to disease, nutritional deficiencies or other health-affecting factors. This is also the premise for studies on large goat herds to build a database of physiological and biochemical blood indices of goat breeds raised in Vietnam.
Consumer Intention and the Role of eWOM in the Movie Industry
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Marketing and Operations, SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Anil Surendra Modi School of Commerce, Mumbai Campus, Saxena Dr. Richa Kalpesh , Phukon Anamitra ,   B.Sc. Finance: SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Anil Surendra Modi School of Commerce, Mumbai Campus, Goyal Anvesha ,   B.Sc. Finance: SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Anil Surendra Modi School of Commerce, Mumbai Campus
Published: September 2024

This study attempts to examine the impact of electronic word-of-mouth (eWOM) on consumer intent to purchase movie tickets. Using various methods, including ANOVA and linear regression, this research seeks to elucidate the influence of eWOM on consumer decision-making in the context of deciding which movie ticket to buy. Findings indicate a significantly positive relationship between eWOM and purchase intention, in correlation with the role of consumer trust, consistent with prior research on the power of online reviews. Further, the study reveals age as a moderating variable, showing variations in the effect of eWOM across demographic segments. By illustrating the correlation between consumer intent and eWOM within the film industry, this research offers insights for industry professionals to adapt their strategies based on audience preferences
An Analysis of the Impact of Seaport Efficiency on Nigeria’s Economic Growth.
Authors:   Department of Economic, University of Abuja, P.M.B. 117 Abuja, Nigeria., Maduechesi Ifeanyi Polycarp , Mohammed Salam Shuaib ,   Prince Abubakar Audu University, Kogi State, P.M.B. 1008, Anyigba, Odenu Iruoghene Emohefe ,   Department of Economic, University of Abuja, P.M.B. 117 Abuja, Nigeria.
Published: September 2024

This research is driven by the objective to assess the impact of the seaport efficiency on Nigeria’s economic growth. The western ports of Lagos are selected as the Decision-Making Units (DMU) for this study covering the period of 2000 to 2020. Two stage estimation process is employed. Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) was deployed in the first stage to generate the efficiency index required to test the relationships. In the second stage, the efficiency index so generated is introduced as one of the independent variables in a multiple regression model, using Autoregressive Distributed Lag Model (ARDL). The finding shows that seaport efficiency has a negative but significant relationship with economic growth in both the long run and short run. The study concludes that seaport efficiency has an inverse relationship with Nigeria’s economic growth. The result of this study suggests that reforms may not have deepened the level of efficiency in the Nigerian seaport to drive positive economic growth, hence the recommendation for further investment in the terminal operational equipment and technological infrastructure to drive further efficiency in the sector.
Politics and Orature in Beautiful Nubia’s Kurunmi is on the Way And 9ice’s Pete Pete
Authors:   Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria. Department of English and Literary Studies, Akintunde AKINTARO Olaoluwa , Adebayo AKINDUTIRE Dennis ,   University of Johannesburg, South Africa. Department of English, Adewale ADEJUMO Ezekiel ,   Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria. Department of English and Literary Studies
Published: September 2024

Music is an interesting aspect of oral literature that has witnessed different critical studies. Extant researches have explored music from the religious, ritual context, or as an aspect of ritual performance. Other studies have explored music from ideological perspective. This study is therefore justified as it attempts to examine music from the context of entertainment, oral literature and politics. This is done with the aim of exploring the political ideology behind the song and the functions and significance of the features of oral literature in the songs and its effectiveness in passing the messages to the audience. This research adopts Bronislaw Malinoslaw and Radcliffe Brown’s Functionalism as its theoretical framework. Functionalism opines that every aspect of the social life should contribute to the promotion of the society’s cultural values that must be passed from one generation to another, however, any aspect of the social life that does not promote the society’s cultural believe must be discontinued. The method of data collect were through the Beautiful Nubia and 9ice’s selected musical texts which were transcribed, translated and critically examined. This research discovered that Beautiful Nubia and 9ice uses features of oral literature to make their song more pleasing and effectively pass their political message to their audience. Beautiful Nubia engages the use legend of Aare Kurunmi to address leadership challenges facing the nation. Beautiful Nubia highlights and extols some leadership qualities Kurunmi displays such as selflessness, fearlessness, bravery and honesty that current crops of leaders can imbibe and electorate can look out for in candidates for leadership offices. This research also discover that 9ice engages proverbs in advising the electorates to be mindful of who they elect into political offices and shun electing incompetent individuals and that collecting bribes from politicians has its attendants consequences.
The Impact of Fiscal Decentralization on Development Performance in West Kalimantan with Opportunistic Behavior as a Mediating Variable
Authors:   Doctoral Study Program Management Science Faculty Of Economics And Business Tanjungpura University Pontianak, Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia, Amirullah Amirullah , Giriati Giriati ,   Faculty Of Economics And Business Tanjungpura University Pontianak, Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia, Mustaruddin Mustaruddin ,   Faculty Of Economics And Business Tanjungpura University Pontianak, Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the impact of fiscal decentralization on development performance in West Kalimantan Province with opportunistic behavior as a mediating variable. The background of this research is the importance of fiscal decentralization as a policy instrument to encourage regional development. However, there are concerns that opportunistic behavior in regional financial management can reduce the effectiveness of fiscal decentralization. The research method used is panel data analysis that combines time series and cross-section data from 14 districts/cities in West Kalimantan during the 2017-2022 period. The results of the study show that budget allocation does not have a significant influence on opportunistic behavior but has a significant positive effect on economic performance, while transfer funds actually increase fiscal opportunistic behavior and significantly negatively affect economic performance. In addition, opportunistic fiscal behavior has been proven to reduce regional economic performance. These findings underscore the importance of better fiscal management to minimize opportunistic behavior and maximize the benefits of fiscal decentralization.
Has Bangladesh’s Economic Progress Impacted by Carbon Emissions and Human Capital in the Long Run? An Econometric Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) Approach
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Economics Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail-1902,Dhaka, Bangladesh, Akhter Roksana
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study is to investigate the outcome of human capital (proxied by government expenditure on education (GEE) and life expectancy (LE), carbon emission (CO2), domestic credit growth (DCG), labor force participation rate (LFPR) and remittances (RMT) on Bangladesh's economic progress as indicated by GDP per person. From 1990 to 2018, data for the analysis were used from the world development indicator. ARDL (Auto -regressive distributed lag model is used for the analysis and the cointegration test(F-bound test ) reveals that the value of F-statistics (32.83) is greater than I(1) bound(4.26) statistically 1 % significant level that confirms a sustained relationship throughout time between the variables being studied. Empirical results reveal that DCR, LE and RMT have significant and positive long-term effect on GDPPC. Conversely, carbon emission, GEE, LFPR and GCF have a long-term negative effects.
Analysis of Village Government Financial Reporting in Ratahan District, Southeast Minahasa Regency
Authors: Pinatik Sherly , Morasa Jenny , Walandouw Stanley Kho , Mintalangi Syermi Stella Emma
Published: September 2024

This study aims to assess the financial reporting of village government based on transparency, accountability, and efficiency in Ratahan District (Southeast Minahasa Regency). We adopted a qualitative descriptive approach, and data were gathered from in-depth interviews with village officials, community leaders, and residents. The study highlights major hurdles, such as uneven implementation of fiscal rules in the villages and insufficient practical skills among local government leaders. Overall, the key findings also identify that financial reports are often unclear and do not provide enough detail which ultimately detracts from transparency and accountability. In addition, these specific numbers emphasize the importance of planning processes to address community mental health—as demonstrated by their financial planning and process in the Rasi Village Work Program. The study suggests that training should be increased for village officials, financial reports must be standardized and made accurate, and there should be participation of residents of the planned village finance. These measures are necessary to answer the challenges posed and hence improve financial reporters’ practice in village governments.
Blended Teaching Method Using Self-Made Video and Dropbox Platform
Authors: Ghazali Puspa Liza , Mohamad Fauzi Siti Nadhirah , Suib Aze Fauziah , Arifin Juliana , Foziah Nik Hazimi Mohammed , Md Nawi Farah Amalina , Razak Roslida Abdul , Mohd Noor Nurul Syazwani , Mohamad Zain Eni Noreni
Published: September 2024

Students nowadays, particularly Generation Z and Alpha, tend to lose interest and drop out of class when they are only exposed to lectures and PowerPoint presentations. This traditional technique has limits concerning restricted time due to the syllabus. The lecturers must compete to complete it and cannot repeat if students do not attend class to prevent disrupting the learning schedule. Given the extent to which technology was employed during the COVID-19 pandemic, utilizing blended learning to solve the issue would be a prudent choice. Thus, the main objective of this project is to apply blended learning, wherein the lecturer records and uploads instructional videos on the online platform, Dropbox after in-person classes. The self-made teaching videos link will be shared with the students via WhatsApp after the face-to-face learning session ends. 108 Diploma and Degree students who enrolled in Business Mathematics course from Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Terengganu, Malaysia were involved with this teaching method. Through the use of this blended learning strategy, over fifty per cent of the students were able to retain and improve their final exam grades. The students were expressed their satisfaction on this contemporary learning approach by giving high rating for the evaluation teaching course. This project proved that self-made videos as teaching materials and Dropbox as a sharing medium are one of the most effective choices for making learning more comprehensive and accessible. The shortcomings of traditional learning can be addressed by combining in-person instruction with instructional videos. This teaching method should be applied to other courses to ensure its efficacy across a broader range.
Bone Tools Usage of Low-Land Wet Zone in Sri Lanka: Based on Cultural Phases of Rockshelters
Authors: Sumangala Pahiyangala
Published: September 2024

The low-land wet zone rockshelters in Sri Lanka, results bone tools technologies in association with Modern man/Homo sapiens back to c. 48,000 cal. BP. Here, I described the bone points recovered from the Low-land wet zone rockshelters during excavations. Under the analysis of bone tools, alongside detailed chronological and stratigraphical information, shows that Homo sapiens in Sri Lanka were utilizing with bone tool technologies as part of a contributed wet zone rainforest subsistence plan by at least 48,000 years BP.
Evaluating Command and Control Systems’ Effectiveness in Enhancing Situational Awareness: ENDF 6th Mechanized Division in the Danakil Desert.
Authors: Kicha Col Amanu Megersa , Sidha Dr Zedekiah , R Kisilu Colonel (Dr) John
Published: September 2024

Effective military command and control is critical for the success of modern military operations. C2 systems enable the coordination of forces, decision-making, and information sharing across hierarchal command structures. This paper provides an over view of C2 key concepts and challenges in military C2. It examines the evolution of C2 approaches from centralized to more distributed models, driven by factors such as technological advancements, the complexity of the battle space, and the need for adaptability. The paper discusses the role of information systems, situational awareness and risk assessment, communication networks, decision support tools in enhancing C2 capabilities. It also highlights issues around interpretability, resilience, and the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and the role of all level military commanders. The analysis draws on case studies and empirical research to identify best practices and areas for further improvement in military C2. The findings aim to inform military leaders, policy makers, and system designers on strategies to strengthen command and control for future military operations.
The Power of Language: Exploring the Role of Language in Politics
Authors: Rahmani Habiburahman , Saeed Abdul Rahman
Published: September 2024

The relationship between language and politics is intricate and multifaceted. Language is not just a means of communication but also plays a crucial role in politics and diplomacy. Language is a powerful tool for persuasion and manipulation in politics and a tool in political discourse. This study aimed at gaining a more in-depth understanding of the role of language in politics and international relations. It also aimed at identifying, describing, and explaining the linguistic features found in the speech of politicians. The researcher used the qualitative research approach in the study, notably; secondary data were used for collecting reliable conclusions for the research. The findings suggested that language is a powerful tool in politics, used to shape public opinion, frame issues, and create political identities. In diplomacy, careful and formal language helps countries communicate and resolve conflicts. Globally, language connects different cultures, with English often being the common language used in international relations as the linqua-franca. Politicians use emotional language in speeches to connect with people and gain support. Key features of political language include rhetorical devices, metaphors, metonymy, pronouns, presuppositions, repetition of words and stylistic devices were used. These tools help create persuasive messages that influence how people think and act. Understanding the role of language in politics shows its impact on diplomacy, international communication, and the power of political speeches.
Civil and Political Rights: Foundation, Development and Challenges in Indonesia
Authors: Maranjaya Abdul Kahar , Sodikin Sodikin
Published: September 2024

Civil and political rights are central issues, so their development continues to receive attention both at the national and international levels, this can be seen in several human rights documents, both international documents such as international human rights covenants and national human rights documents. The problem is what is the foundation, development and challenges of human rights, especially civil and political rights. Answering human rights issues is done analytically using a normative research model with a statutory approach and a conceptual approach. The research results explain that in principle every democratic country contains guarantees for human rights including civil and political rights in its constitution. However, everything really depends on political will to provide space for the existence, protection and fulfillment of these civil and political rights. At this level, efforts are needed to prevent acts of oppression or restrictions on the civil and political rights of every citizen in that country. The struggle to enforce civil and political rights began long before these rights were guaranteed in the International Covenant, which was then guaranteed and regulated in more detail in several international covenants and further regulated in the constitutions of countries, including constitutional guarantees in the 1945 Constitution.
A Cross-Sectional Study of Acute Poisoning Cases Admitted in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Mangaluru, Karnataka, India
Authors: Bhat K P Mahalingeshwara , Yadiyal B Muralidhara , A Bhagyashree
Published: September 2024

Introduction: A poison is a substance that causes serious illness and endangers the life of a person when ingested in a relatively small quantity. Poisoning is one of the most common problems encountered in day-to-day clinical practice. Poisoning causes morbidity and mortality which can be prevented and managed if clinicians are sensitized with adequate knowledge of common poisons. Therefore, this study was conducted to know the profile of acute poisoning cases admitted in a tertiary care hospital in Mangaluru. Materials and Methods: 100 patients admitted in the intensive care units and wards of the General Medicine department, Kasturba Medical College, Mangaluru, and Government Wenlock District Hospital, Mangaluru with various poisoning were evaluated for various factors like the distribution of poisoning cases according to age, gender, intention of poisoning, nature of poisons consumed and the nature of treatment received at another hospital before getting admitted. Results: Most of the cases of poisoning occurred in the age group between 21-30 years of age (38%). The majority of the patients in the study were males (60%) and females formed 40% of the study population. The majority of patients in this study (99%) consumed poison with suicidal intention. 77% of patients received first-aid treatment in a peripheral hospital before getting admitted to our hospital. Conclusion: This study shows that the peak incidence of acute poisoning cases was seen in the age group of 21 to 30 years with male predominance. The pattern of poisoning was suicidal in the majority of the patients.
Study of Nutritional Anemia in Children Admitted to Pediatric Department in Rural Teaching Hospital of Telangana
Authors: Kotapuri Sumathi , Kommineni Suneel Kumar , Chitgupikar Sudharshanraj
Published: September 2024

Background: Globally, around 600 million preschool and school aged children are affected by anemia. According to World Health Organization, 65.5% of preschool children in southeast asia are anemic. Nutritional anemia is the commonest cause of anemia resulting from deficiencies of nutrients essential for red blood cell formation. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common nutritional deficiency amounting to 50%, followed by vitamin B12 and folate deficiency. This study is conducted to study the incidence of nutritional anemia among hospitalised children in a territory care teaching hospital in rural Telangana, in the age group of 6 months to 18 years and to bring awareness regarding the diet requirements in children in order to prevent deficiencies thereby the consequences of nutritional deficiencies.

Method: This was a prospective hospital-based study conducted to study the incidence of Nutritional anemia along with clinical and hematological profile of nutritional anemia amongst children admitted to the Department of pediatrics in the age group of 6 months to 18 years at Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences, Ghanpur, Telangana, from January 1st 2020 to June 30th
2021. All the children who had satisfied the inclusion criteria after taking consent from their parents were included in the study.

Result: The incidence of nutritional anemia in the present study was found to be 52.08%, with both males and females equally affected. The age group of 6–12 years was particularly impacted, accounting for 49.3% of the cases. A significant 94% of the cases were associated with inadequate protein intake as per ICMR guidelines. Children from socio-economic classes 2 and 3, as per the Kuppuswamy scale, were more frequently affected. Severe anemia was observed in 8.7% of the cases. Peripheral smear analysis revealed microcytic, hypochromic red blood cells in 64.4% of the cases, with 94% of the children showing decreased serum iron levels.

Conclusion:
Nutritional anemia is the major cause of anemia in hospitalised children affecting majorly children in the age group of 6-12 years. Inadequate protein intake is the major contributor accounting to 94%, which can be prevented with proper dietary measures
CONSIDERAÇÕES SOBRE O IMPACTO NA QUALIDADE DE VIDA DOS CUIDADORES DE IDOSOS COM DOENÇA DE ALZHEIMER
Authors: Aquino Castro Nascimento André , Meneses Milagres Victor Hugo
Published: September 2024

Nos últimos anos notou-se um aumento expressivo no diagnóstico de Doença de Alzheimer. Isso se deve, entre outros fatos, ao aumento da expectativa de vida da população em geral. Neste estudo, o pesquisador pretendeu analisar como a Doença de Alzheimer pode impactar a qualidade de vida dos cuidadores de idosos por meio de uma revisão narrativa da literatura. O estudo teve caráter dedutivo e descritivo. Os resultados mostraram que a vida do cuidador pode ser bastante afetada, tendo impactos sociais, psicológicos e físicos, o que gera uma grande sobrecarga na rotina dessas pessoas. Percebeu-se que o impacto subjetivo da doença de Alzheimer no cuidador é significativo, pois todas as tarefas diárias passam a ser de responsabilidade do acompanhante. Verificou-se, ainda, que a maioria dos cuidadores são do gênero feminino, pertencem à família do doente e não possuem apoio de familiares ou outras pessoas para cuidar do paciente. Por esta razão conclui-se que as mulheres são mais prejudicadas nesse processo em relação aos homens. Por fim, foi constatado que programas psicoeducacionais têm melhorado satisfatoriamente o bem-estar dos cuidadores e o envolvimento nestas atividades deve ser encorajado como ferramenta de apoio àqueles que cuidam dos idosos com Alzheimer.
Komunikasi Bencana Dalam Penanganan Banjir Melalui Media Sosial Oleh Diskominfo dan BPBD Kota Makassar
Authors: Ismail Ismail , Resa Muhammad
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini menginvestigasi peran media sosial dalam komunikasi bencana banjir di Kota Makassar, dengan fokus pada manfaat, tantangan, dan strategi optimalisasi penggunaannya. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Data yang berhasil diperoleh kemudian dianalisis menggunakan perangkat Nvivo 12 Plus. Tahap pengumpulan data yaitu dilakukan melalui wawancara dan observasi.Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa komunikasi bencana melalui media sosial memiliki manfaat signifikan, termasuk peningkatan kecepatan, keterlibatan masyarakat, dan pemantauan situasi yang lebih baik selama bencana. Platform-media sosial seperti Facebook dan Instagram dominan digunakan karena popularitasnya di kalangan masyarakat Makassar. Namun, studi ini juga menyoroti implikasi negatif, seperti risiko disinformasi, masalah privasi, dan tantangan koordinasi yang perlu diatasi. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini mengusulkan perluasan kerja sama antara DISKOMINFO dan BPBD Kota Makassar untuk memaksimalkan manfaat media sosial dalam komunikasi bencana, dengan penekanan pada verifikasi informasi, pelatihan, dan perencanaan yang matang. Melalui pendekatan yang bijak, media sosial dapat menjadi alat yang efektif dalam meningkatkan kesiapsiagaan dan respons selama bencana banjir di Kota Makassar di masa yang akan datang.
Analisis Tingkat Kepercayaan Publik di Twitter Terkait Isu Penggunaan Kendaraan Listrik di Indonesia
Authors: Lahi Beddu , Irsang Irsang
Published: September 2024

Kendaraan listrik adalah inovasi penting dalam upaya mengurangi dampak lingkungan dari transportasi. Namun, tingkat adopsi kendaraan listrik masih bervariasi di berbagai negara, dan tingkat kepercayaan publik terhadap teknologi ini dapat menjadi faktor penentu. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi faktor-faktor dominan yang memengaruhi tingkat kepercayaan publik di Twitter terhadap isu kendaraan listrik. Penelitian ini mengadopsi pendekatan kuantitatif dengan analisis isi deskriptif untuk menginvestigasi partisipasi pengguna Twitter dalam diskusi kebijakan kendaraan listrik. Subjek penelitian ini adalah pengguna aktif media sosial Twitter, dan data diperoleh melalui pencarian kata kunci yang relevan. Alat analisis yang dimaksimalkan yaitu Nvivo 12 Plus. Hasil studi ini mengungkap bahwa tingkat kepercayaan publik di Twitter terhadap kendaraan listrik masih rendah, dengan sentimen yang cenderung negatif. Faktor-faktor utama yang memengaruhi kepercayaan ini meliputi harga kendaraan, jarak tempuh, infrastruktur pengisian daya, dan subsidi. Untuk meningkatkan kepercayaan publik, diperlukan upaya bersama dari pemerintah, industri otomotif, dan organisasi lingkungan, termasuk pengembangan kebijakan insentif, peningkatan infrastruktur, kampanye penyuluhan publik yang efektif, dan inovasi dalam produksi kendaraan listrik yang lebih terjangkau dan efisien. Melalui langkah-langkah ini, dapat diharapkan adopsi kendaraan listrik akan ikut meningkat, mendukung tujuan berkelanjutan dalam transportasi.
Acceptance of artificial intelligence technologies in business management, finance, and e-commerce: factors, challenges, and strategies
Authors: Rane Nitin , Choudhary Saurabh P. , Rane Jayesh
Published: September 2024

This research investigates the comprehensive acceptance of artificial intelligence (AI) in business management, finance, and e-commerce, focusing on the factors driving its adoption, the obstacles encountered, and strategies for enhancing integration. AI technologies have transformed these sectors, delivering exceptional efficiencies, predictive analytics, and personalized customer experiences. However, their acceptance is influenced by various factors, including technological readiness, organizational culture, and perceived benefits. In business management, AI improves decision-making processes, optimizes operations, and fosters innovation. Financial institutions utilize AI for risk management, fraud detection, and personalized banking services, while the e-commerce sector gains from AI through enhanced customer service, dynamic pricing, and inventory management. Despite these benefits, challenges such as data privacy concerns, high implementation costs, and resistance to change impede widespread adoption. Additionally, ethical considerations and the need for regulatory compliance add layers of complexity. This paper identifies key strategies to address these challenges, such as promoting a culture of innovation, investing in AI education and training, and developing robust data governance frameworks. Strategic partnerships and collaborations with AI experts and tech firms are also essential for navigating the AI landscape. By comprehensively addressing these factors and challenges, businesses can unlock AI's full potential, driving sustainable growth and competitive advantage. This study contributes to understanding AI acceptance in critical sectors, providing a roadmap for successful AI implementation and emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and stakeholder engagement.
Variáveis pessoais do sucesso académico no ensino superior: Validação de quatro escalas junto de estudantes moçambicanos
Authors: Campira Farissai Pedro , Bulaque Paulo Zebo , Almeida Leandro S.
Published: September 2024

O Ensino Superior está associado ao desenvolvimento social e econômico dos países, sendo também promotor da qualidade de vida e do emprego qualificado dos seus diplomados. Neste contexto, observa-se internacionalmente uma acentuada expansão do ES traduzida no aumento das instituições de formação, da diversidade e número de cursos oferecidos, e, também, diversidade sociocultural dos estudantes. Contudo, as taxas de insucesso e de abandono são elevadas, justificando o seu estudo. Este artigo descreve a validação de quatro escalas (bem-estar, estados emocionais, garra e estratégias de autorreforço na aprendizagem) junto de estudantes moçambicanos do ES. As escalas foram aplicadas online e presencialmente, tendo particiapdo 257 estudantes. Procedeu-se à análise fatorial dos itens nas quatro escalas, assim como à sua consistência interna. Os resultados confirmam a unidimensionalidade das quatro escalas, e os coeficientes de precisão e validade obtidos apoiam a sua aplicação em futuros estudos no contexto do ensino superior moçambicano.