bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Legal Frameworks for HPV Vaccination: A Doctrinal Analysis of Mandates and Exemptions
Authors: - Varun Katyal , - Parul Katyal
Published: November 2024

This paper analyzes the legal orders that concern HPV vaccination requirements and medical exemptions with an emphasis on how the implementation of such requirements and exemption takes into account rights of liberty such as consent and belief including that of parents. On this premise, knowledge of the legal and ethical issues about vaccination as an intervention against the detected cervical carcinogenic HPV strains cannot be overemphasized as the incidences continue to rise. Evaluating the data and analyzing the problems that are connected with HPV vaccination policies and the courts’ decision-making in relation to vaccination requirements is the purpose of the present research. To this end, the study adopts doctrinal analysis as a research method to review and analyze legal documents and public health regulations from the different jurisdictions of the world. From this analysis, the authors establish the legal factors, ethical dilemmas, and social perception of HPV vaccination. In addition, it assesses the standard that defines medical and religious low WI exemptions and philosophical considerations and discusses the meaning of these exemptions in public health policy. This gives us the roles of the courts in explaining vaccinations laws' meaning, including variations in mandates and exemption application. The issue of low vaccine uptake, vaccine hesitancy, and lack of equal access to vaccines, informed consent as an ethical issue come out prominently as figures of vaccination. The results emphasize the role of increasing legal regulators’ coherent and comprehensible language, engaging the community in order to prevent the spread of fake news, and the need for better distribution of vaccines among marginalized communities. In conclusion, it is stressed that promising approaches to HPV vaccine policies should consider the high relevance of the public health priorities to be achieved in equal regard to the values of people’s rights. Through linking positive effective population health interventions with positive legal constructs, stakeholders can increase barrier vaccination, decrease HPV related cancers, and enhance healthy communities. The policy implication of this study will be useful to policymakers and public health officials to develop multi pronged strategies on HPV vaccination mandates.
A Case of Fever of Unknown Origin -? Melioidosis Presenting as Severe Sepsis and Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome
Authors: - Sharon Wilson , - Tintu Thomas , - Dr. Elizabeth James , - Aromal Kannan Madhu
Published: November 2024

Melioidosis is an emerging infection in India1, well known for its protean clinical manifestations. We report a case of probable disseminated Melioidosis with hyperferritinemic septic shock and multi organ dysfunction syndrome. She presented as a case of PUO- with high fever- 1week, loose stools, headache and shortness of breath, to our hospital. She had a turbulent course in hospital, with fever not responding despite 2 weeks of hospitalization. Her respiratory system showed bilateral crackles. Per Abdomen examination revealed tenderness in right iliac fossa, suprapubic region and left iliac fossa, bowel sounds were sluggish. CECT chest and Abdomen showed right basal pneumonia, hydro-ureteronephrosis, with ureter showing narrowing at the region of right adnexa, PID, subcentrimetric , mesentric , and perirectal lymph nodes; rectal wall showing inflammatory changes with inflammation of mesorectal fascia . She responded well and fully recovered with injection Meropenem for 8 weeks; followed by oral Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole for 3 months.
A Shift from Teacher-centric Method to Inquiry-based Coaching in Learning English as a Second Language
Authors: - Susana Melon-Galvez
Published: November 2024

For more than two years, the Covid-19 pandemic hit the country’s education and academic set-up had to change overnight with the sudden lockdown imposed not only all over the country but of the world. With a dynamic shift from physically going to educational institutions to attending classes virtually, students and teachers faced a tough time with virtual trends in education. Shifting from teacher-centric approach to a more unconventional way of teaching made it difficult for everyone to adopt and adapt (Rodricks, 2021). While jumping into a new mode of teaching with almost no preparation seemed not easy but teachers did not back down. The educators made it a point to ensure no student was left behind, came up with methods to teach and retain students’ attention. Whether teaching was in school, teaching from home, or adopting a blended approach, teachers have had commitment to helping the learners. This sudden transition had occurred from face-to-face to online teaching. With online classes teachers had learned to accommodate the needs of students to create an effective teaching environment to keep learning in sync with the changing times (Kim 2020).
The researcher would like to find out in this study whether this shift from teacher-centric method had changed the learning of a second language using the inquiry-based coaching in general and in specific study the kinds of questions students asked and how these queries were responded. Using modified questionnaires, the researcher surveyed 150 students to assess not only whether the opportunity given to them to inquire was sufficient but also the frequency of their asking of questions. For teachers, the study hoped to reveal the types of questions they asked in the class. Using discourse analysis, the researcher was able to examine the ways in which language was used in the classroom. The investigated data revealed a merged of linguistics and sociolinguistics cultural contexts to better understand an aspect in communication. Highlight of the study was to evaluate the possible twist of instruction from teacher-centric method to inquiry-based approach in ESL learning, where students inquire instead of the teachers asking questions.
Credit Risk Management and Bank Performance
Authors: - Nazim Ullah , - Mohammad Mamunur Rashid , - Md. Riaz
Published: November 2024

Risk is indispensable part of the banks. Bank performance is affected with the credit risk. The objective of the study is to analysis impact of credit risk on bank performance. The study uses secondary data to analyses the performance for 5 years. Different ratios are used to analyses performance of the banks. The findings show that credit risk is the one of the most important factor affecting performance of the bank. Notably, policy maker should be aware of the issue and take strategic decision before making investment.
Reverberations of Conflict: An Examination of Memory in the War Poetry of Carol Ann Duffy
Authors: - Jesna Mariyam Johnson
Published: November 2024

The paper explores the thematic significance of memory in the war poetry of Carol Ann Duffy, the first female and Scottish Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom. Duffy's poetic oeuvre is renowned for its emotional depth and vivid imagery, particularly in the context of war. Through examining poems such as "War Photographer" and "The Falling Soldier," the paper delves into Duffy’s utilization of memory as a powerful narrative tool to bridge past and present, offering profound insights into the human condition amidst conflict. The analysis reveals that memory in Duffy's war poetry operates on both personal and collective levels, serving as a means to mourn, reflect, and sometimes heal. Duffy's work not only personalizes the collective memory of war but also contributes to a broader societal understanding of its impacts. The paper argues that Duffy's exploration of memory underscores the complexities of remembering and forgetting, highlighting the enduring power of poetry to preserve memory and foster a deeper connection to our shared history and humanity.
A Comprehensive Literature Review On Alternative Rapid Maxillary Expansion & Constriction Vs Conventional Rapid Maxillary Expansion Protocol In Protraction Facemask Therapy
Authors: - Alakananda Chowdhury , - Vivek Agarwal , - Ravindra D. Rekhade , - Somesh Mandal
Published: November 2024

The aim of this review article is to highlight the increasing popularity of Alt-RAMEC or Alternative Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Constriction procedure. It is a protocol used to correct the transverse maxillary discrepancy. In conjunction with facemask therapy, it can be used to correct the sagittal maxillary discrepancy in Class III malocclusion with a retrusive maxilla.
Alt-RAMEC procedure was introduced by Liou in 2005 with the conclusion that the maxilla can be protracted more effectively through a repetitive weekly protocol of alternate expansion and constriction than with a single course of rapid maxillary expansion (RME).
The article highlights the comparison of Alt-RAMEC maxillary expansion protocol with conventional RME protocol.
This review will discuss the studies which include successful treatments by applying this protocol and differences with other methods.
AI-powered Predictive Maintenance for Solar Energy Systems: A Case Study
Authors: - Robin Sarkar
Published: November 2024

This article presents the implementation of an AI-powered predictive maintenance system at SolarTech
Solutions' 75MW solar installation in Arizona, examining the transformation from traditional reactive
maintenance to an advanced predictive maintenance framework utilizing IoT sensors and artificial
intelligence. The implementation, spanning 18 months, integrated 12,000 distributed sensors with a
sophisticated AI/ML infrastructure, achieving remarkable results across multiple dimensions: 94.3%
accuracy in anomaly detection, 98.2% precision in fault localization, and a 47% reduction in unplanned
downtime, generating annual savings of $425,000. Key operational improvements include a 64% increase
in Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), reduction in maintenance response time from 72 to 4 hours, and
a 3.2% improvement in panel efficiency. The system's environmental impact is equally significant,
contributing to a reduction of 1,960 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually and conserving 1.2 million
gallons of water per year. The article demonstrates the viability and effectiveness of AI-driven
maintenance solutions in utility-scale solar operations, providing a comprehensive framework for similar
implementations across the renewable energy sector, while addressing critical challenges in deployment,
integration, and optimization of these advanced systems.
Factor Analysis of Investors' Impulse for using Investment and Trading Apps
Authors: - M.P.Arutselvan , - Sureshrajan. S.G
Published: November 2024

The study focuses on investors’ preference reasons for using investment and trading apps about online trading in the Indian stock market. Furthermore, the study focuses on what are the privileges and conveniences they have to get benefit from using the trading apps. In additionally to knows the reasons and information regarding the preferences and choice of the different investors who invest in online trading using through Trading Apps. In this study Descriptive
research design and convenience sampling technique are applied.
Examining the Shared Attributes of Diabetes Mellitus and Parkinson's Disease: A Literature Review
Authors: - Sheeban E Tamanna , - Tejas S Nayak , - HS Mohammed Sufiyaan Zafar , - Sanskar Betageri , - Jeetendar N
Published: November 2024

There is a progressive disorder of the brain in Parkinson's Disease (PD), and there seems to be an association, although less clearly defined, with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2D). There is now mounting evidence that the critical mechanisms common to both diseases include insulin resistance and dysfunction of mitochondria, oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. These can be implied to play a role in the pathogenesis of neuronal damage in PD, particularly dopaminergic neurons.

Such convergent biological mechanisms will be used in this study to create predictive models of Parkinson's disease using machine learning approaches. For instance, this model will focus on markers such as insulin resistance, mitochondrial function, levels of oxidative stress, and inflammation, among others, while calculating the likelihood of Parkinson's. It will classify those at higher risk of neurodegeneration by using clinical data-blood sugar levels, insulin sensitivity, inflammatory protein profiles, oxidative stress markers.
Resilience Promoting Happiness: An Attempt to Explore Interdependence
Authors: - Amina Parveen , - Suraya Jabeen
Published: November 2024

The focus of the paper was to evaluate the elements that foster resilience and also to investigate its relationship with happiness. The review of the literature was conducted using terms “resilience concepts” OR “promoting resilience “OR “promoting resiliency” andresilience and happiness.” .The literature search was conducted through online databases (Google Scholar, Research Gate and Shodhganga), keeping in consideration the inclusion and exclusion criteria. A total of 1283 studies were reviewed and finally 57 studies were included in the systematic review after fulfilling the inclusion criteria. The existing research highlights the concept of resilience and the significance of resilience and happiness, which are essential components of positive psychology, in enhancing an individual's overall well-being. The review highlights how resilience can serve as a mediator in the attainment of sustained happiness, while happiness can bolster resilience through its impact on mental health and adaptive capacities. The findings indicate a positive correlation between the two variables. The paper also put forth many limitations while analyzing the existing literature, like use of self-made measuring scales, shortage of longitudinal studies, publication bias, etc. Furthermore, it also suggests future studies in the said areas, keeping in mind the existing limitations
Development of Graphene Reinforced Composite Materials for Turbine Blades - A Review
Authors: - K N Sanjeev Kumar , - Sanjeev Sharma , - Abdel-Hamid I. Mourad , - PB Sharma
Published: November 2024

The study highlights recent advancements in high-performance materials for turbine blades used in gas turbines and jet engines. Key research areas focus on developing materials that can withstand high temperatures (1400°C–1600°C) while resisting oxidation and corrosion, essential for enhancing efficiency and reducing emissions. Inefficiencies arise from the use of coatings and complex cooling systems, increasing the demand for materials with higher temperature tolerance. Weight reduction is another critical area of improvement, particularly in aviation applications. This paper reviews advancements in Intermetallic alloys, Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs), and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs), with a specific focus on graphene composites due to their outstanding mechanical strength at elevated temperatures, lightweight composition, and high oxidative resistance. Additionally, the study explores recent developments in graphene-reinforced composites and Mo-Si-B-based alloys as potential alternatives to Ni-based super alloys, offering promising results for sustaining higher operating temperatures and enhanced performance under high-stress conditions.
B2B Pharmaceutical Ordering System using AI
Authors: - Harshal Jadhav , - Prerana Kapadnis , - Mrinal Kharade , - Arvind Gautam
Published: November 2024

The pharmaceutical B2B ordering system in this project seeks to enhance the supply chain and decision-making by integrating artificial intelligence processes. From the patterns and trends of diseases collected, the system suggests particular drugs and makes forecasts for existing stocks, thus predicting orders and ensuring that they are fulfilled without unnecessary hitches.
Plant Disease Prediction System Using Machine Learning
Authors: - Anuja Gedam , - Ankita Sambre , - Jagruti Pawar , - Chetesh Yelekar , - Ashish Trivedi
Published: November 2024

In this research, we discussed about plants and it's diseases which helps user to know about plants diseases and how to resolve it. It also helps user to know what type of precautions should they take to keep them healthy and disease free. It makes easy for user to know what happened to plants without searching anywhere.
Multicultural Christian Religious Education Based on Local Wisdom of Simalungun Culture in Forming Students' Character in Simalungun Regency
Authors: - Mr Rolandi H Situmorang
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT
This article comprehensively analyzes multicultural Christian Religious Education (PAK) based on local wisdom of Simalungun culture in character building of students in Simalungun Regency. The problem discussed in depth is how to formulate and implement Simalungun local wisdom values such as Pesta Rondang Bittang, Tortor Sombah, Dayok Binatur, Tolu Sahundulan, Martidah, Marharoan Bolon and Habonaron do Bona into the curriculum and learning of multicultural PAK. The purpose of the study is to formulate an integrated implementation model of multicultural PAK based on local wisdom of Simalungun in order to form religious, nationalist, independent and mutual cooperation characters in students. The methodology used is qualitative research with descriptive argumentative research type. The approach taken includes a conceptual review of multicultural PAK and local wisdom of Simalungun, as well as an analysis of its implementation in building students' character through the actualization of these values in learning activities. The results obtained are the formulation of a multicultural PAK implementation model in Simalungun Regency by integrating local wisdom values such as gratitude, respect, resilience, cooperation, truth and justice into the curriculum and learning. Its implementation is carried out through the organization of local activities and traditions that involve the active participation of students. This model is expected to create a learning environment that does not only focus on academics, but also strengthens the cultural identity and moral character of students. This model will also provide space for students to explore and appreciate cultural diversity, so that they can grow into individuals who are more tolerant and sensitive to differences in society.
Learners'-Teachers'-Parents' Approaches towards EFL Learning: A Case Study at Elementary Levels’ Bangla-Medium Schools in Khulna Metropolitan City, Bangladesh
Authors: - Md. Saddam Hossain , - Md. Shahjahan Kabir , - Abdul Elah Al-Mahde
Published: November 2024

This study explores the multidimensional attitudes towards learners, teachers, and parents at Bangla-medium schools in the Khulna Metropolitan City of Bangladesh. The initial and first institutional learning starts from elementary schools, indicating pre-primary, nursery, and class one to class five. So, it is crucial to build the foundation of EFL learning platforms where the learners' four language skills can be developed. Considering its standing and global importance, English is a vital language in the workplace, education, and facilitating international communication and cross-border trade and business. The critical goals of the study are to comprehend the viewpoints and approaches of primary school pupils in Bangla-medium schools, the instructional methodologies used by teachers, and the role that parents play in helping their kids acquire the language. Questionnaires, focus group discussions, and classroom observations have been used to collect data and examine the expectations, motives, and difficulties each stakeholder encounters. The results emphasize how crucial interactive teaching strategies are, how important a supportive family environment is, and how learners' particular attitudes toward developing their language skills. The study also recommends how to improve the overall efficacy of English language Learning by organizing teachers' training programs, using English as the medium of instruction, appointing more skilled English Language teachers, making an ideal class size, using digital pedagogical materials tools to develop suprasegmental features; to align curriculum with students' interests; to ensure student-oriented teaching; and to make parental awareness at the primary level in Khulna Metropolitan City.
Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Intelligences: Are they related to EFL Teachers’ Self-efficacy Beliefs?
Authors: Saidi Mavadat
Published: November 2024

The teachers’ multiple intelligences and self-efficacy beliefs seem to determine their level of effective teaching. The current study was conducted to investigate the possible relationship between Iranian English teachers’ interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligences and their self-efficacy beliefs. It further tried to explore if there was a significant difference among their self-efficacy beliefs in terms of their teaching experience. In order to collect the required data to unfold the relationship between the interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligences and self-efficacy beliefs, 140 high school English teachers were asked to complete two questionnaires including the relevant items excerpted from McKenzie’s “Multiple Intelligences Inventory” and Tschannen-Moran and Woolfolk Hoy’s “Teachers' Sense of Efficacy Scale" and a Pearson product-moment correlation test was conducted. The results of the analysis revealed that the personal intelligences were related to the teachers' self-efficacy. Results of the t-test revealed a significant difference in teachers' efficacy considering their teaching experience. The findings suggested incorporating interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligence types in teacher education programs in order to increase teachers’ self-efficacy in the teaching context.
The Effect of Genre Approach on Malaysian Orang Asli EFL Students’ Descriptive Writing
Authors: Phan Jonathan , Ganapathy Malini
Published: November 2024

The indigenous Orang Asli in Malaysia who do not use English on a daily basis consequently have low English proficiency and poor writing skills. Their existing EFL situation coupled with the ongoing problems in gaining access to proper education further stifles their language development. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the genre approach in improving secondary Orang Asli EFL students’ descriptive writing, and their perceptions of using the genre approach as a framework to overcome challenges in learning descriptive writing. This quasi-experimental study was conducted in a secondary school in Pahang, Malaysia. Quantitative data is sourced from students’ pre-test and post-test scores, and also a self-report questionnaire on their perceptions towards the genre approach. The approach shows evidence of improvement in students’ descriptive writing and could have a larger effect than the process approach currently taught in schools. Their perception towards the approach was positive – they were able to improve their writing in the post-test as they believe that the approach has helped them improve their writing skills. Thus, the genre approach for teaching Orang Asli students can be further improved by incorporating more localised content so that it meets the learning needs of Orang Asli students lacking in English writing skills. The approach has the potential to be implemented in both indigenous schools and rural schools with low proficiency students, which provides support to EFL teachers in improving their teaching practices catered to the Orang Asli.
Exploring the Effectiveness of Thinking Skills Framework on Academic Writing in Higher Education
Authors: Beh Min Er , Ganapathy Malini
Published: November 2024

Malaysian undergraduates have been facing writing difficulties as a result of lacking effective guidance tools in upskilling English writing and activating thinking skills. Failing to achieve writing competency, the problems extend to the high unemployment rate among fresh graduates. This paper proposes using Frangenheim’s Thinking Skills Framework (TSF) to improve university students’ academic writing proficiency. 60 students were selected to undergo a 6-week quasi-experiment to investigate the effectiveness of the TSF on academic writing and focus group discussions were held to explore students’ perceptions on utilizing the TSF in writing processes. The results of the study confirmed the positive effect of using the TSF in improving students’ academic writing and promoting the use of Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) throughout the writing process. Findings reveal students’ perceptions on the TSF: an effective guidance tool with various writing strategies, comprises clues to activate suitable thinking skills, assists writers’ idea generation and decision-making. The implications are important to tertiary stakeholders as a practical TSF is recommended as a supplementary tool to be infused in English writing syllabus to facilitate students in fulfilling the essential thinking skills and writing needs in higher education.
Prospects of the use of institute scientific developments for efficient mechanized vegetable production
Authors:   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of Agroindustrial Production of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Adamchuk V. V. , Savchenko I. F. ,   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of Agroindustrial Production of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Rykhlivskyi P. A. ,   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of Agroindustrial Production of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine
Published: November 2024

Puprose. Determine the possibility of applying the achievements of the Institute of past years in fulfilling the tasks that are now set for agricultural science in the field of mechanized production of environmentally friendly vegetable products. Methods. Monographic, analytical, abstract- logical, structural modeling, design and manufacture of promising technical means for the implementation of effective methods of weed control in the organic farming system. Results. The main results of the long-term work of the Department of Mechanical and Technological Problems of Vegetable Growing of the Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of AgroIndustrial Production of the NAAS of Ukraine on the mechanized cultivation of vegetables are presented and the prospects for further scientific research in organic farming are confirmed. The results of scientific research of past years on the development of a greenhouse fire cultivator and mechanical working bodies for weed control are used to create a modern fire cultivator and a rotary working body for removing weeds in protective zones and in rows of vegetable and row crops. Conclusions. The Institute of Mechanics and Automation of the AMS of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, continuing the traditions of its predecessors in the scientific search for an effective mechanized production of vegetables, is working towards the use of modern achievements in the field of automation and high-precision radio navigation systems. They remain relevant and are used in the process of fulfilling the task of technical and technological support for the environmentally safe production of table root crops and seedling vegetable crops in 2021–2025, experience of previous years in mechanical and thermal (fire) weed control without the use of herbicides. The practical experience of the past years can be used in the further work of the Institute on the development and use of electrically driven energy facilities and bridge systems for greenhouse vegetable growing. Keywords: mechanized cultivation of vegetables, organic farming, automation, weed control, fire cultivator, rotary working body, improvement, creation of technical means.
Career Development Practices and Employee Performance in Murang’a Water and Sanitation Company Limited in Kenya
Authors: Kathukya Christine Syombua , Igoki Caroline
Published: November 2024

Career development encompasses a range of practices designed to enhance employees' skills, knowledge, and competencies, enabling them to progress in their careers. As organizations strive for competitive advantage in a rapidly changing labour market, fostering employee growth has become a strategic priority. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of career development practices on employee performance in Murang'a Water and Sanitation Company Limited in Kenya. The study had a target population of 150 employees working in MUWASCO. The researcher employed a census sampling technique and used self-administered questionnaires in data collection. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 22, which involved both descriptive and inferential statistics. The study found that career management, planning, and counselling significantly influenced employee performance, with career counselling emerging as the most effective practice at MUWASCO. Regression analysis indicated that changes in career development practices would impact employee performance. The study concluded that there is a positive and statistically significant relationship between career development practices and employee performance. The findings indicate that effective career development initiatives lead to increased employee engagement, motivation, and job satisfaction, all of which contribute to enhanced performance. Therefore, it is recommended that MUWASCO invest more resources in skills development, offer incentives to encourage participation in development programs, establish clear career guidance policies, and organize regular seminars, mentorship programs, and conferences. Additionally, adopting a variety of career development practices, such as job rotation, career progression ladders, job enrichment, and succession planning, could help achieve optimal performance.
On the Collision of Railcars as an Interaction of Soliton-like and Shock Wave-like Perturbations
Authors: Dyachenko A. T. , Abu-Khasan M. S.
Published: November 2024

Several new mathematical issues have been set for the development of high-speed transport, which can be solved in the framework of hydrodynamics to describe the process of hydrodynamics, creating effective rolling stock dampers. which requires the improvement and development of the corresponding mathematical apparatus. In this work, we use a hydrodynamic approach to find the density distributions of matter during railcar collisions at high speeds, which is important in light of the problems of high-speed transport. In our approach, we found an analytical solution to the obtained hydrodynamic equations for the one-dimensional case. The equations under study were obtained taking into account nonequilibrium processes. To find a solution to the hydrodynamic equations, the shock wave approximation is used, similar to the soliton solutions we considered earlier. Taking into account possible deviations from the results of a one-dimensional problem is considered. Such a reduction of solutions of hydrodynamic equations to shock waves has not been considered previously and may be of interest for a wide variety of applied problems. The resulting consideration of railcar collisions is important for solving problems of transport safety and technospheric safety.
Leadership, Audit, and Supply Chain: The Effect and the Integration, Evidence from a Developing Country
Authors: Shahwan Yousef
Published: November 2024

Productivity and Profitability in the firms. Several studies have found that supply chains are one of the most essential drivers for raising gross domestic product in all countries. Because of the significant usage of GDP on supply chains, it is critical to focus on Jordan-based supply chain enterprises and identify numerous aspects to improve the performance of the supply chain. As a result, the major aim of this research is to explore the combined impact of types of Leadership and auditing factors on the performance of supply chains in Jordanian firms. Data were gathered from the department of audit officials and other management personnel who are involved in the activities of the supply chain. After analyzing the results of the questionnaire using Smart-PLS3, the research found that types of Leadership and audit influenced the performance of the supply chain . Furthermore, top management and staff commitment to change had a substantial impact in enhancing the advantageous effect on leadership and audit. This result is very important for Jordanian supply chain firms looking to improve the performance of the supply chain. Also, top management has played a key role in accelerating effective audit efforts.
The Relationship between the Scrum Method and Employee Satisfaction
Authors: Yakut Betül , Çerasi Ceren Çubukçu
Published: November 2024

The Scrum method has an important place among agile software development methods, and its use worldwide has increased over the years. This study aims to measure the impact of the Scrum method on business processes and examine its relationship with employee satisfaction. Specifically, a common survey was applied to both the development team and stakeholders working with the Scrum method. Since separate studies are generally conducted for the development team or stakeholders, evaluating employees in both roles in a single research constitutes a distinctive element of the study. An in-depth examination of the effects of Scrum and its relationship with employee satisfaction will significantly contribute to the literature. Within the scope of the research, a survey was administered to the employees of a bank. In the survey, following the demographic questions, the participants were asked questions about Scrum method applications and their perspectives on the method, and then other questions were included to understand their satisfaction levels. 108 people participated in the survey, and the answers were analyzed using SPSS. Since the data did not show a parametric distribution due to the survey, the answers were analyzed using Spearman Correlation Analysis, Mann Whitney U, and Kruskal Wallis test. As a result, it has been seen that the factors that increase the satisfaction between IT teams and stakeholders the most are related to the alignment and team solidarity between the teams. In addition, it has been observed that regardless of the roles of the people in the team, seeing their work as meaningful has a significant positive impact on satisfaction. Finally, there was rarely a notable difference between demographic elements and stress and satisfaction variables, and a significant difference was only seen between the number of people in the team and stress.
Tunable full-color dual-state (solution and solid) emission of push–pull molecules containing the 1-pyrindane moiety
Authors: Ershova Anastasia I , Fedoseev Sergey V , Lipin Konstantin V , Levlev Mikhail Yu , Nasakin Oleg E , Ershov Oleg V
Published: November 2024

A facile method for the synthesis of arylidene derivatives of pyrindane – (E)-7-arylmethylene-2-chloro-6,7-dihydro-5H-cyclopenta[b]pyridine-3,4-dicarbonitriles – was developed. Tunable full-color emission was achieved for the synthesized push–pull molecules, solely by changing donor groups while keeping both the conjugated system and acceptor part of the molecule unchanged. This represents a rare approach for the design of such fluorophores. Arylidene derivatives of pyrindane were found to be efficient fluorescent dyes showing a moderate to high emission quantum yield. The push–pull molecules were also characterized by a dual-state emission (in solution and in the solid state). Emission maxima ranged from 469 to 721 nm in solution depending on the solvent and type of donor substituent, and from 493 to 767 nm in the solid state. For the arylidene derivative of pyrindane with a dimethylamino group, it was shown that fluorescence can be changed by the action of an acid both in solution and in the solid state.
Nivel de apropiación de las competencias fundamentales en los estudiantes adolescentes del municipio de Licey al Medio, Santiago
Authors: Pacheco Ferreira Luis Miguel , Ventura Cruz Víctor Andrés , Portorreal García Sandy Reynaldo , Peña Polanco Jeyson Julio , Tejada Cáceres Ana Rishel
Published: November 2024

La escuela es un escenario propicio para la formación de los presentes y futuros ciudadanos, su rol es mucho más que enseñar contenidos curriculares; ofrece al estudiante la oportunidad de adquirir habilidades comunicativas, cognitivas y comportamentales, lo que permite fortalecer las relaciones interpersonales. Por eso, el estudio buscó describir el nivel de apropiación de las competencias fundamentales de los estudiantes adolescentes del municipio de Licey al Medio. Se centró en un enfoque cuantitativo, descriptivo y de alcance transversal. La población estuvo compuesta por 292 participantes entre los 12 y 14 años. Para estos, se aplicó el Cuestionario en Competencias Fundamentales para la República Dominicana (CCF-RD), utilizando el IBM SPSS Statistics versión 27 para el análisis de los datos. Los resultados revelaron que un 85.62% de los estudiantes evitaron arrojar basura al suelo, mar o ríos, entendiendo que contaminan los recursos naturales, pero un 78.34% hacen bullying. Se presentan niveles favorables en la equidad (95.89%) y la comunicación (78.77%). En conclusión, los resultados obtenidos en el municipio de Licey al Medio indican un nivel favorable en las competencias fundamentales, con excepción de los componentes participación y el bullying
Designing a Psychiatric Center in Ngaoundéré : When Architecture Becomes Therapeutic
Authors: Djouleyatou KABOU , Charles BWEMBA , Hafis MOHAMADOU
Published: November 2024

Architecture plays a crucial role in shaping spaces that influence human behavior and well-being. In the context of mental health, therapeutic architecture has emerged as a powerful tool to enhance patient care and recovery. This article focuses on the design of a psychiatric center in Ngaoundere, where the principles of therapeutic architecture are applied to create a healing environment. By incorporating thoughtful spatial layouts, natural light, and soothing materials, the center aims to support the mental well-being of its patients. The project highlights how architectural design can specifically address the needs of psychiatric care in Ngaoundere, offering a new approach to healthcare in the region.
PENGARUH KOMPETENSI GURU TERHADAP MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA (STUDI SURVEY SMK DAARUL ULUUM JAKARTA)
Authors: Cindy Veronica  , Mugiyono
Published: November 2024

ABSTRAK
Researchers conducted research based on the results of research data conducted on
students at Daarul Uluum Vocational School, Jakarta. The problem in this research is
what is competence Teachers have a significant influence on students learning
motivation at Daarul Uluum Vocational School, Jakarta. The ai m of this research is to
find out the influence of teacher competence on students learning motivation. Teacher
competency must be owned and applied by teachers This study uses a quantitative
approach. The sample in this research was 31 students, analyzed using the product
moment correlation technique. The results of this research show that Teacher Competence
has an influence on Student Learning Motivation. Based on the results of product moment
analysis calculations, it is obtained that "rxy" or "ro" is 0.616, while "rt" in the table is
significant at 5% = 0.361 and the 1% significance level is 0.463. In this way it can be
known that "ro" > "rt" at both 5% and 1% significance. Based on these results the
Alternative Hypothesis (Ha) was accept?ed and the Null Hypothesis (Ho) was rejected. So
it can be concluded that there is an influence of teacher competency on student learning
motivation at Daarul Uluum Vocational School, Jakarta.
Keywords: Teacher Competence, Student Learning Motivation
ABSTRAK
Peneliti melakukan penelitian di latar belakangi oleh hasil data penelitian yang di lakukan
terhadap peserta didik di SMK Daarul Uluum Jakarta, Permasalahan yang ada di dalam
penelitian ini adalah apakah kompetensi guru berpengaruh signifikan terhadap motivasi
belajar siswa di SMK Daarul Uluum Jakarta. Tujuan penelitian ini ialah untuk mengetahui
pengaruh kompetensi guru terhadap motivasi belajar siswa. Kompetensi guru harus
dimiliki dan di terapkan oleh guru . Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif.
Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 31 orang, dianalisis dengan menggunakan Teknik
korelasi product moment. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Kompetensi Guru
berpengaruh terhadap Motivasi Belajar Siswa. Berdasarkan hasil perhitungan analisis
product moment diperoleh “rxy” atau “ro” sebesar 0,616 seda?ngkan “rt” pada table
signifikan 5% = 0,361 dan taraf signifikan 1% adalah 0,463. Dengan demikian dapat
diketahui bahwa “ro” > “rt” baik pada signifikan 5% maupun 1%. Berdasarkan hasil
tersebut Hipotesis Altern?atif (Ha) diterima dan Hipotesis Nihil (Ho) ditolak. Maka dapat
disimpulkan bahwa terdapat Pengaruh Kompetensi Guru Terhadap Motivasi Belajar
Siswa di SMK Daarul Uluum Jakarta.
Social Discontent and Voting Behaviour in South Africa’s 2024 General Elections: The Transition from One-party Dominance to a Multi-party Coalition
Authors: Mbete Ath`enkosi Mfusi , Mongale Collin Olebogeng , Ojakorotu Victor
Published: November 2024

The main aim of this paper was to analyse South Africa’s transition from one-party dominance to a multi-party coalition government, with specific reference to the 2024 general elections in South Africa. Through the use of secondary data collection, the paper critically analysed the nexus between social discontent and voting behaviour in South Africa’s 2024 general elections. Using rational choice theory, the paper argued that voting behaviour in the 2024 elections was influenced by people’s choice to vote for a political party that promised to improve their welfare by addressing existing socio-economic challenges. The study found that the African National Congress (ANC), which has been a single dominant party in national government for 30 years, has failed to address pressing challenges that cause social discontent such as poor service delivery, poverty, unemployment, inequality, corruption, and the energy crisis. As a result, the party fell below the threshold to govern on its own, leading to the formation of a multi-party coalition government with former opposition parties named the Government of National Unity (GNU). The paper concluded that parties that form multi-party coalition government should prioritise people’s interests such as mitigating existing social discontents, because failure to do so shall influence voting behaviour in the upcoming election cycles, which might affect their electoral support as was the case with the ANC’s decline of support post-2024 general elections. This study anticipates making a valuable contribution to the existing body of knowledge by offering practical insights into the nexus between social discontent and voting behaviour in South Africa’s elections. In addition, the study provides recommendations on how the newly formed government of national unity can mitigate the existing social discount among electorates.

Keywords: Multi-Party Coalition Government, One-Party Dominance, Social Discontents, Voting Behaviour, South African 2024 General Election
Exploring South Africa’s Foreign Policy Objectives in the Decolonisation of the Intergovernmental Organisations: The Case of the United Nations Security Council
Authors: Ntlailane Thoriso , Hofisi Costa
Published: November 2024

The United Nations (UN), which is the largest intergovernmental organization (INGO), has a structure mainly focused on global security which is the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). South Africa, which has got Africa’s biggest economy and most politically stable, has embodied the principle of decolonisation through the Ubuntu principle. The South African government’s key foreign policy objectives seek to advance decolonisation, globally and continentally. These objectives include monitoring international developments, promoting inclusive economic growth and shared prosperity for Africa and its people, building unity, and protecting South Africa’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. This study sought to explore South Africa’s foreign policy objectives in addressing decolonisation within the UNSC through reform. It employed the exploratory research design in addressing South Africa’s foreign policy objectives towards the reform of the UNSC. Furthermore, the study relied on document analysis. The findings show that the process of decolonisation within the UNSC is occurring at a very slow pace, although significant progress has been made within the African Union regarding the decolonisation agenda. The study emphasises the need for an African permanent member with veto power on the UNSC. This would allow Africa to have a strong voice in protecting its interests. The study’s findings can be used by the South African government’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to inform its foreign policy formulation.

Keywords: Decolonization, Foreign Policy, South Africa, UNSC, Reform, Ubuntu
Examining E-Services and Citizen Engagement for Sustainable Local Governance. Lessons for South Africa in the Post-COVID-19 era
Authors: Chigova Lewis Edwin , Hofisi Costa
Published: November 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the critical role of digital transformation in maintaining essential services and sustaining governance processes. This paper thus sought to examine the nexus between e-services and citizen engagement for sustainable local governance in South Africa during the post-COVID-19 era. It employed a qualitative approach encompassing document analysis and literature review as data collection techniques. The study examined how e-services were utilised for service delivery and citizen engagement during the pandemic and examined their effects on service delivery. The paper highlights that while some local governments made strides in deploying e-services and engaging citizens through digital channels, a considerable portion faced limitations due to digital inequality, lack of infrastructure, and limited digital literacy. Furthermore, the study discusses the key pandemic lessons, including enhancing the responsiveness of e-services mechanisms in local government. The paper strongly recommends a comprehensive approach to digital inclusion, entailing technological access, skills development, and budgetary support, underlining the urgency and importance of this issue. While emphasizing the lessons learned in the post-COVID-19 recovery phase, this research contributes to the discourse on building resilient local governance systems through digital transformation.

Keywords: E-Services, Citizen Engagement, Sustainable Local Governance, Digital Inclusion, Post-COVID-19 Recovery, South Africa.
Afrogarypus foordi sp. nov. – a new pseudoscorpion species (Pseudoscorpiones, Geogarypidae) from South Africa
Authors: Neethling Jan Andries , Harms Danilo
Published: November 2024

A new species of pseudoscorpion, Afrogarypus foordisp. nov. (Pseudoscorpiones, Geogarypidae), is described in honour of South African arachnologist Stefan Hendrik Foord. The species is described from both sexes and known from near Fauresmith, Free State, South Africa. It is amongst the smallest species of Afrogarypus (chela length ca. 0.6–0.8 mm) and differs from its congeners by lacking trichobothrium isb on the fixed chelal finger, monotarsate legs I and II, and details of the galea and dentation of the chelal fingers.