bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparative Efficacy of Risperidone versus Placebo in the Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Alsayel Lama Theban , Alshahrani Rahaf Aedh , Binobaiad Yazid Mohammed Ahmed , Alzidani Raghad Ibrahim , Al-Sulami Hisham , Alkhalifah Ekram Sami , Al-Huwaiji Ali Yousef , Alshami Jehan Mohammed , Almatrafi Abdullah Saleh , Qrmli Abdulaziz Abdulrahman
Published: January 2025

Background:

This study undertakes a systematic review of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of risperidone versus placebo in managing autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal is to gather and analyse strong evidence on how risperidone affects symptoms and overall outcomes in individuals with ASD, as compared to those receiving a placebo. The meta-analysis aims to provide a thorough assessment of risperidone’s potential benefits and limitations, thereby guiding evidence-based practices and therapeutic decisions in clinical settings.

Materials and Methods:

This review examined peer-reviewed RCTs in English that evaluated the efficacy of risperidone versus placebo for treating ASD in children aged 2–18 years. It included studies from the introduction of risperidone for ASD treatment to the present while excluding non-English publications, animal studies and non-RCT designs. Data extraction and quality assessment were rigorously performed using the Cochrane risk of bias tool. Statistical analyses were conducted using R software, including mean differences with 95% confidence intervals and assessments of heterogeneity and publication bias. This systematic approach aimed to deliver reliable insights into the effectiveness and safety of risperidone for ASD treatment.

Results:

The meta-analysis of risperidone versus placebo for both Aberrant Behaviour Checklist-irritability (ABC-I) and ABC-withdrawal scores shows significant results. For ABC-I, the P = 0.0103, indicating a substantial reduction in irritability with risperidone. For ABC-withdrawal scores, the P = 0.0017, demonstrating a significant improvement in withdrawal symptoms with risperidone compared to placebo. These results underline the effectiveness of risperidone in managing these symptoms in ASD.

Conclusion:

The meta-analyses strongly support the effectiveness of risperidone in alleviating symptoms of ASD, especially irritability and withdrawal behaviours. The notable decreases in both ABC-I and ABC-withdrawal scores underscore risperidone’s advantages over placebo. Nevertheless, the studies also show variations in bias risk and moderate heterogeneity in the results.
Closed-loop Versus Sensor Pumps Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Alamoudi Hamza Ahmad , Alzaydani Ahmed Ibrahim , Alghamdi Hind A. , Alqahtani Nouf Abdulrahman , Alshuhayeb Ahmed Abdullah , Almutairi Rakan Saleh , Alhodibi Mostafa Habeeb
Published: January 2025

Background:

The emergence of advanced technologies such as closed-loop systems (CLSs) and sensor-augmented pump (SAP) therapy has revolutionised type 1 diabetes (T1DM) management. To optimise patient care, a clear understanding of their relative effectiveness is crucial. Therefore, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating existing literature to compare the effectiveness of CLS versus SAP therapy.

Methods:

We performed a comprehensive search across major databases, including Cochrane CENTRAL, Scopus, Web of Science and PubMed following preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses guidelines, and identified relevant randomised controlled trials (RCTs). Studies comparing CLS therapy with SAP therapy in individuals with type 1 diabetes were included for analysis. We then extracted data from the selected studies, assessed their quality using the Cochrane risk of bias tool, and conducted a meta-analysis to quantitatively synthesize the findings.

Results:

A meta-analysis of 17 RCTs encompassing a total of 858 patients (CLS = 465, SAP = 393) showed that CLSs significantly improved glucose levels in T1DM compared to SAPs, with an average difference of − 0.37 (95% confidence interval [−0.51, −0.24], P < 0.00001), highlighting the potential benefits of CLS therapy.

Conclusion:

This analysis of multiple studies suggests that CLSs are more effective than SAP therapy for managing type 1 diabetes, as CLS users showed better blood sugar control.
A tourist’s guide to regularity structures and singular stochastic PDEs
Authors: Bailleul Ismaël , Hoshino Masato
Published: January 2025

We give an essentially self-contained treatment of the fundamental analytic and algebraic features of regularity structures and their applications to the study of singular stochastic PDEs.
Multimodal artificial intelligence system for detecting a small esophageal high-grade squamous intraepithelial neoplasia: A case report
Authors: Zhou Yang , Liu Rui-De , Gong Hui , Yuan Xiang-Lei , Hu Bing , Huang Zhi-Yin
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have significantly enhanced the capabilities of endoscopic-assisted diagnosis for gastrointestinal diseases. AI has shown great promise in clinical practice, particularly for diagnostic support, offering real-time insights into complex conditions such as esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.

CASE SUMMARY

In this study, we introduce a multimodal AI system that successfully identified and delineated a small and flat carcinoma during esophagogastroduodenoscopy, highlighting its potential for early detection of malignancies. The lesion was confirmed as high-grade squamous intraepithelial neoplasia, with pathology results supporting the AI system’s accuracy. The multimodal AI system offers an integrated solution that provides real-time, accurate diagnostic information directly within the endoscopic device interface, allowing for single-monitor use without disrupting endoscopist’s workflow.

CONCLUSION

This work underscores the transformative potential of AI to enhance endoscopic diagnosis by enabling earlier, more accurate interventions.
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography for patients aged ninety and older with choledocholithiasis: A single-center experience in south China
Authors: Wang Lei , Li Zi-Ye , Wu Fan , Tan Guo-Qian , Wang Bai-Lin
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) serves an essential role in treating biliary diseases, especially in choledocholithiasis. However, due to the limited human lifespan, there remains a paucity of clinical investigations on ERCP treatment in patients over 90 years old.

AIM

To explore the effectiveness and safety of ERCP in super-older patients aged ≥ 90 years with choledochal stones.

METHODS

This study retrospectively analyzed data from patients (aged ≥ 65 years) with choledocholithiasis who received ERCP treatment in our hospital from 2011 to 2023. Among them, patients ≥ 90 years old were in the super-older group, and patients aged 65-89 years were in the older group. Baseline data, including gender, number of stones, stone size, gallbladder stones, periampullary diverticulum, and common bile duct intubation of patients in the two groups, were matched by adopting the 1:1 propensity score matching method.

RESULTS

After matching, 44 patients were included in both the super-older group and the older group. The incidence of stroke in the super-older group was markedly higher than that in the older group [34.1% (15/44) vs 6.8% (3/44), P = 0.008]. The success rate of the ERCP procedure in the super-older group was 90.9% (40/44), compared to that in the older group [93.2% (41/44), P = 1.000]. Although endoscopic papillary balloon dilation was more frequently used in the super-older group than in the older group [61.4% (27/44) vs 18.2% (8/44), P < 0.001], there was no significant difference in terms of stone removal rate, the incidence of complications, mortality, recurrence, and length of hospitalization between the two groups (P > 0.05).

CONCLUSION

ERCP is safe and effective in super-older patients ≥ 90 years old with choledocholithiasis.
Recycling and Resynthesis of Cathode Materials from Lithium-Ion Batteries for EVs
Authors: Obara Rafael Brisolla , Erthal Leopoldo , Souza Cleiton Oliveira , Roggerio Leonardo , Freitas Heverson Renan , Lima Ana Luiza Lorenzen , Bassani Jean Carlos
Published: January 2025

The cost of electric vehicles (EVs) is significantly influenced by lithium-ion batteries, which typically account for about 40% of the total price, primarily due to the critical minerals content. Notably, minerals for cathode production are prone to scarcity and market price fluctuations. Moreover, the extraction of these minerals through mining activities poses substantial environmental challenges, including carbon emissions and resource depletion. In response to these concerns, recycling emerges as strategic to ensure the sustainability of electrification and secure the mineral supply chain. This paper presents findings from a study on recycling EV batteries using hydrometallurgical processes, encompassing the resynthesis of cathode materials utilizing recycled resources. The hydrometallurgical method exhibited an extraction efficiency surpassing 90%, with no direct CO2 emissions. Validation of the resynthesis phase involved the fabrication of cells with resynthesized cathodes, demonstrating performance comparable to batteries sourced from new minerals and resilience to typical stressors encountered in EV applications. This study reinforces that recycled materials can play a role to mitigate the need for extra mining activities for batteries with no performance concern.
Unveiling the Provenance
Authors: Berdajs Tina
Published: January 2025

This paper offers an insight into the earliest museum donations of East Asian objects in the area of present-day Slovenia. A special focus is given to the donations of porcelain by noblewomen donors in the first half of the 19th century, notably in the year 1833. It expands on their backgrounds and biographies, as well as tries to determine the circumstances in which they acquired and were able to donate or bequest Japanese and Chinese porcelain (and in some cases other ceramics of East Asian origin) to museum collections. The earliest donations are presented through in-depth studies of Illyrisches Blatt, a weekly supplement to the paper Laibacher Zeitung, where, in the first half of the 19th century, all donations to the Provincial Museum of Carniola (Krainisches Landesmuseum; today the National Museum of Slovenia) were recorded. Through the identification of Asian objects and donors, a curious situation relating to several woman donors of East Asian porcelain is uncovered. The paper also presents these donors and offers an analysis of the objects they donated.
When Objects Go Wandering
Authors: Motoh Helena
Published: January 2025

This paper examines the phenomenon of “wandering objects” through the lens of the Skušek Collection, the largest collection of East Asian objects in Slovenia, which was brought to Ljubljana by Ivan Skušek Jr. and his Japanese wife, Tsuneko Kondō Kawase, in 1920. This collection, which traversed private ownership and eventual institutionalisation, illustrates the dynamic mobility of artefacts. This study focuses on the movement of these objects both within and outside the family network, exploring how they were dispersed and sometimes reintegrated into the collection. By analysing specific cases, such as the three Japanese screens and other key objects, this paper identifies unique mobility patterns that differ from more common notions of dissociation and “orphaning” in the research of museum collections. The findings highlight the symbolic roles these “wandering objects” played in reinforcing social ties and cultural identity. This research contributes to a broader understanding of object mobility and provenance, offering a new conceptual framework for the research of private and institutional collections.
A review of the epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment, vaccines and economic impact of human monkeypox (Mpox) outbreaks
Authors: Musa-Booth T. O. , Medugu N. , Adegboro B. , Babazhitsu M.
Published: January 2025

The current monkeypox outbreak is a public health emergency of international concern and is coming in the wake of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Human monkeypox is a viral zoonotic infection caused by monkeypox virus, an enveloped double-stranded DNA virus of the genus Orthopoxvirus and family Poxviridae that also contain smallpox, cowpox, Orf, and vaccinia viruses. Online databases including PubMed, Google Scholar and Web of Science were searched to obtain relevant publications on the epidemiology, treatment, vaccines and the economic impacts of the current monkeypox (Mpox) outbreak.
Draft metagenome-assembled genomes of Pseudomonas putida isolated from human gut microbiome in Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Anunobi Oluchukwu Ogechukwu
Published: January 2025

The metagenome-assembled genome (MAG) sequences of Pseudomonas putida PP14A and PP20A were obtained by metagenomic sequencing from the gut microbiomes of a female and a male patient both 24 years old from the same household presenting to a health outreach laboratory with complaint of headache, and occasional diarrhoea in Mararaba, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. The phylogenetic relationship observed between the two PP MAGs with other Pseudomonas spp MAGs from human, points to the global spread of Pseudomonas putida through human activity and migration.
Evaluation of Gender Mainstreaming in the appointment of senior management: A case study of the Office of the Premier in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Authors: Ngobeni Ellah N. , Mukwevho Marubini H. , Thobejane Tsoaledi D.
Published: January 2025

This article seeks to probe the causes of non-compliance with the 50/50Employment Equity Target by Limpopo Provincial Departments in SouthAfrica on the appointment of members to senior management positions.South African Cabinet Decision 85(A) of 2005, the Women Empowermentand Gender Equality Bill of 2013, and the existing policy reform to addressgender inequality in the public service are amongst the very important piecesof legislative frameworks that provide for gender parity at the workplace, andif adhered to, the 50/50 employment equity can be realized. The article aimsto evaluate the extent of employment equity (gender mainstreaming) in itsimplementation and enforcement in the appointment process of seniormanagement in the Office of the Premier of the Limpopo ProvincialGovernment in South Africa. The study uses feminist theories as guidingtools to understand the root causes of inequities in workplaces especiallybetween men and women. An exploratory qualitative approach wasembarked upon. Interviews with Directors and Chief Directors responsiblefor Human Resources Management and Corporate Services were alsoconducted, as well as the review of existing documents and reports of theprovincial government. The study found that the challenges emanate from theCadre Deployment Policy which dictates that the Executive Council(Executive Authority) should be given the responsibility of appointingmembers of senior management services based on political and ideologicallines. The recommendation made is that there is a need for the CadreDeployment Policy to be discontinued and disregarded as it compromisesexcellence, integrity, and expertise.
External Financing Policies and Sustainable Energy Development in Africa: Evidence from Sub-Sahara African Countries
Authors: Noah Afees Oluwashina , Oladipo David Olalekan
Published: January 2025

Energy is a fundamental pillar for economic advancement, particularly inhigh-growth economies. However, Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is facing aworsening energy crisis compared to other regions globally. These energysector challenges not only affect people’s living standards but also hindereconomic growth, employment prospects, and investments in the region.Despite having abundant energy resources, SSA struggles to adequatelypower its homes and businesses, necessitating the exploration and utilizationof these resources to their full potential. The persistent energy crisis can beattributed to the inability of energy organisers to comprehend the complexmacroeconomic elements that shape the development of energy. Nonetheless,substantial external financing has been absorbed by the sector in the past twodecades. This study explores the influence of external financing policies,namely official development assistance, private participation in infrastructure,and foreign direct investment, on energy development within selected SSAnations from 1990 to 2021. Using the panel autoregressive distributed lagmodel, the empirical findings suggest that official development assistancehampers energy development in SSA, while foreign direct investment andprivate participation in infrastructure influence energy development in thelong run. These outcomes imply that policymakers in SSA need to focusmore and prioritize domestic financial development to ensure increaseinvestment toward achieving sustainable energy development.
Imaging features associated with the susceptibility to brain fog: a major secondary complication observed in patients with ischemic stroke
Authors: Paulinus S. O. , Akpan N. U. , Archibong B. E. , Ijever A. W. , Akintomide A. O. , Igiri A. O.
Published: January 2025

INTRODUCTION: Stroke is associated with an increased risk of brain fog with a variable impact on cognition. While some stroke survivors show a decline in cognitive functions, others have stable cognitions or revert to baseline cognitive functioning. Understanding the phenomenon of brain fog following stroke is necessary for prompt intervention and management as it is unclear whether Computed Tomography (CT) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) features of the brain in patients with ischemic stroke are associated with future risk of secondary complications, hence, the rationale for the study. The purpose was to assess the imaging features associated with susceptibility to brain fog. 
METHODS: The study assessed anonymous images of 340 subjects aged 15 to 75 years with suspected stroke, referred for either brain CT or MRI in selected tertiary healthcare facilities/ radio-diagnostic centres in Nigeria. A retrospective descriptive research design was adopted. White matter changes and regions of infarct, including lobar atrophy, were imaging features noted in patients confirmed with ischemic stroke. Analysis was done using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), Inc. Chicago, IL, USA, version 25.0. 
RESULTS: White matter changes occurred most (39.06%), followed by cerebral ischemia (21.48%) and lobar atrophy (19.14%). Also, two-thirds (79.69%) of the patients presented with ischemic stroke may be vulnerable to developing secondary complications of the disease (p < 0.05). 
CONCLUSION: The imaging features noted in the present study may contribute significantly to brain fog development, a major secondary complication
Xenochronic Encounters at the Africa Open Improvising Collective
Authors: Pauw Esther Marie , Erasmus Garth
Published: January 2025

Africa Open Institute’s improvising collective, established in 2020, meets regularly to explore facets of free improvising and publishes  online on Soundcloud and the Internet Archive. This article sketches some of the reverberations that ensued from encounters between this collective and a similar collective in London (AMM All-Stars). Xenochronic practices are briefly described, and noted as they unfolded  in 2023 (from these collectives’ connections). Xenochrony, from ‘strange overlayering’ of tracks, to overlayering of bizarre memories, is extended to consider South Africa’s ‘strange times’ of local ignorance towards improvisatory practitioners classified by monikers of ‘race’  and which music was ‘of worth’. The article unfolds as layered recounting against horizons of international platforms of  questionable fame for local musicians – where author Erasmus reflects on his encounters with Derek Bailey in the 1980s, to find  knowledges that surfaced in 2023 – things he had not been informed of until Ben Watson and Erasmus met online and spoke to one  another for the first time. The article uses the concept of xenochrony (Zappa/Watson) as entry, then proceeds to enact xenochrony – as a  layering of online audio tracks with recent and past memories – thereby considering music outputs as process (Redhead and Hawes  2016). Practice-based research methods of self-reflexivity (Sullivan 2010) and aspects of ‘making’ (Ingold) expose multilayered  methodologies, whilst probing an objective of finding suitable terminology such as ‘social experimental audio’ to aptly describe  contemporary sound art ‘audiospheres’ (López 2020) of the improvising collective.
Community Music Education for Black Africans during Apartheid and in Post-Apartheid South Africa
Authors: Mulungo Bernett Nkwayi
Published: January 2025

There are many community music projects in South African townships and their courses range from music theory, aural, practical  individual and ensemble lessons on orchestral instruments and recorders – these instruments being primarily ‘Western’. Despite the  relative successes of community music projects – indeed one of the few in the realm of arts in post-apartheid South Africa – what remains  troubling is the dominance of Western thought and modes of teaching music that maintain the idea of music study as alien in  black communities. This speaks to a significant theme, namely: Arts education for community development, which is my area of interest.  These community music projects are primarily timely platforms to firmly entrench appreciation, understanding and most undoubtedly  the value(s) of the arts to the black African youth. Drawing on my experience as a lecturer in (and graduate from) a South African tertiary institution, and as a teacher in a community music project, this research will interrogate the content of the programme(s): from the  theoretical material taught in music theory classes, to the practical repertoire taught and/or performed. The focal point of this research is  on how this content informs or speaks to its intended “beneficiaries” – the black African youth. Through these and other  considerations, the paper aims to sketch the potentially radical consequences that a transformed music education at community and  earlier levels will have for higher education music studies in South Africa.
The Merging of Stasis and Forward Movement in Marimba for Solo Flute by Hendrik Hofmeyr
Authors: Spies Bertha
Published: January 2025

Hendrik Hofmeyr’s Marimba for solo flute demonstrates various kinds of growth that generate a musical force that drives the work  towards its conclusion. This article focuses on a kind of musical force that originates in the initial contrast between stasis and forward  movement followed by the systematic merging of the two agents in the course of the work to eventually arrive at its final climax.  Although the two sections that represent stasis and forward movement are based on the same pitch material, the contrast manifests as  the result of the diverse ways in which pitch is ordered in time and the resulting melodic patterns articulated when performed according to the composer’s directions. In the work as a whole the musical force is created by the way in which pitch, shape of melodic motifs,  register, horizontal density, tempo, metre, dynamics, articulation, performance directives provided, ornamentation, and length of  sections are dealt with in an artistic manner. In the course of the four alternating stasis and Danzante sections, two- and three-note  melodic patterns from motivic material are used in an artistic manner as the music unfolds in time. Through the implementation of  various compositional strategies, the original contrasting patterns of the stasis and the Danzante sections eventually merge in the final  climax of the last eight bars
Album Review: Malcolm Dedman: Piano Music, Volume One
Authors: Schonken
Published: January 2025

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Collaborating to Address Heavy Metals in Fresh Produce Supply—A Case Study of Cadmium in Spinach and Carrots Grown in Arizona and California
Authors: Leaman Susan M. , McEntire Jennifer C. , Abley Melanie , Choiniere Conrad , Draper Audrey , Krout-Greenberg Natalie , Lopez Teressa , Davis De Ann
Published: January 2025

Providing consumers with safe, nutritious food is a common goal shared by the produce industry, the public health community, government agencies, and academia. To this end, these stakeholders have adopted a collaborative approach to address the challenge of improving the safety of food commonly eaten by infants and children. On 24 to 26 October 2023, Western Growers, in collaboration with federal and state government agencies, organized a pilot workshop in Salinas, CA, focused on cadmium in carrots and spinach grown in Arizona and California. Following a day of touring carrot and leafy green fields, workshop attendees participated in 2 days of panel discussions and presentations on cadmium toxicology and health effects, the nutritional benefits of carrots and spinach, Arizona’s and California’s carrot and spinach production practices, current research on plant uptake of cadmium, and mitigation methods and strategies. Panel discussions focused on obstacles that hinder adoption of methods to reduce cadmium, industry-regulator trust and communication, confidential data sharing, and industry-academia collaborative research. This article is a summary of workshop proceedings highlighting the stakeholders’ expectations and roles as perceived by the attendees and essential support needed for continuous improvement going forward.
Can cryptos hedge against inflation? Evidence from biwavelet analysis
Authors: Le Thai Hong , Nguyen Duc Anh , Le Dung Anh
Published: January 2025

This paper aims to explore the role of cryptocurrencies as an effective hedging tool against inflation across different investment horizons. Specifically, we investigate the co-movement between the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the US, Euro, and Japan, and the returns as well as volatilities of four key cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Ripple). In doing so, we adopt the biwavelet coherence framework using monthly data spanning over the period from September 2015 to May 2023. Our results suggest that cryptocurrencies, except Ethereum, can serve as safe-haven and effective long-term hedging assets against inflation in the US and EU. On the other hand, Litecoin stands out as the only crypto that can effectively hedge assets in the medium term. In Japan, we observe significantly low to no co-movement between cryptocurrencies’ returns and the CPI, suggesting the usefulness of the sampled cryptocurrencies as diversifiers against inflation. Our findings thus have implications for not only investors seeking to diversify their portfolios and mitigate inflation risk but also policymakers navigating the evolving landscape of digital assets and inflation management strategies.
Interaction and problems in the abaca industry in Region VIII, Philippines
Authors: Bales Milagros C. , Yap Karen Luz P. , Baliña Fatima T. , Casinillo Leomarich F.
Published: January 2025

This article aims to elucidate the level of interaction among the different players in the abaca business enterprise in Region VIII, Philippines. The study used a survey method that gathered primary data from farmers, Local Government Units (LGUs), traders, innovators from universities, processors, and non-government organizations. Appropriate sampling methods were employed in determining the sample sizes of different players, and the research instrument used to determine the interaction process is a developed questionnaire that involved a Likert scale. The data were analyzed using statistical measures such as count and average mean and presented in tabular form and network analysis. The results showed that abaca farmers have minimal to no interaction with the other key players except with the local traders. With that, the main problem for abaca farmers is the lack of innovative information to improve their production. Local traders interact with farmers moderately but have weak interaction with the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) in terms of provision for research, education, and support services, among others. LGUs moderately interact with farmers but have no interaction at all with other Abaca key players. Moreover, PhilFIDA staff only have a moderate interaction with abaca farmers, and local traders rarely interact with PhilFIDA staff. Likewise, PhilFIDA’s interaction with State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) is weak and SUCs have moderate interaction with farmers and the LGUs. Conclusively, the interactions among the players of the abaca industry are generally weak which can be strengthened through institutionalizing a system where stakeholders can work together for the common good and obtain a sustainable supply chain.
The stability of Vietnamese commercial banks - Does liquidity creation matter?
Authors: Nguyen Linh Thi My , Tran Oanh Thi Kim
Published: January 2025

The study offers insights into whether liquidity creation, capital growth rate, and their interaction have affected the stability of Vietnamese commercial banks by employing the Bayesian method for a sample of 25 commercial banks during 2008 - 2022. Our empirical findings reveal that the more liquidity a bank creates and the higher the capital growth rate is, the more stable the bank is. Especially the results show that capital growth has a moderating role, as it allows banks to absorb potential loss due to liquidity risks in the course of liquidity creation. Moreover, other bank-specific factors, including the Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR), Non-Performing Loan (NPL), Cost to Income Ratio (CIR), Net Interest income (NIM) ratio, Liquidity Ratio (LIR), Loan To Deposit ratio (LTD), and marco ecomomic factors including GDP growth and inflation are determinants of bank stability. The study suggests some implications for the State bank of Vietnam with regard to liquidity creation policies to maintain the stability of the Vietnamese banking sector.
Fostering Participatory Culture Through The Use Of #Noindomyatairport By BTS Army Fandom On Twitter
Authors: H Zunaedi Zuraida Zein
Published: January 2025

Twitter social media has had a major impact on participatory culture by making it easy for individuals to participate in discussing the same goals. Active encouragement of the distribution and creation of meaning in media texts has the power to shape participatory culture on these platforms. This research aims to analyze the participatory culture of the BTS ARMY fandom that is formed on Twitter through the use of the hashtag #NoINDOMYatAirport. Using a qualitative approach and descriptive case study method, data related to hashtag activity was collected and analyzed to understand the dynamics of participatory culture on social media. The findings of this research indicate that Twitter has a key role in shaping a culture of participation among Kpop fans. Based on the concept of participatory culture by Henry Jenkins, three forms of participatory culture were identified that emerged through the use of the hashtag #NoINDOMYatAirport on Twitter, namely affiliation, expression and collaborative problem solving.
The Pattern of Abdi Dalem Communication in Improving Cultural Values in The Duchy of Pakualaman
Authors: Astari Devi Wening
Published: January 2025

Di tengah modernisasi saat ini, komunikasi para abdi dalem memiliki peran yang penting untuk mengembangkan nilai-nilai kebudayaan di lingkungan Kadipaten Pakualaman. Tujuan dari penlitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pola komunikasi di lingkungan Kadipaten Pakualaman dalam mempertahankan dan mengembangkan nilai-nilai budaya tradisional, Jawa. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif kuaitatif. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara, observasi, Focus Groups Discussion (FGD) dan dokumentasi. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif. Penelitian ini menunjukkan hasil bahwa pola komunikasi Abdi Dalem mulai mengalami keterbukaan yang terlihat dari tetap terjaganya nilai-nilai budaya di Kadipaten Pakualaman, dengan menggunakan Bahasa Jawa Halus (krama) dan bahasa Indonesia. Pola komunikasi Abdi Dalem di lingkungan Kadipaten Pakualaman sendiri meliputi aspek keterbukaan, kecepatan, penggunaan media komunikasi yang disesuaikan dengan kebutuhan, berkomunikasi dengan Bahasa verbal dan non- verbal, serta memelihara sopan santun (unggah-ungguh).
PEMBUATAN IKLAN “KERUPUK ASOYBIG” UNTUK PENINGKATAN BRAND EQUITY
Authors: Sifa Sultanika
Published: January 2025

Sebuah produk harus memiliki nilai strategi dalam meningkatkan penjualan dan brand equity, tak terkecuali produk Usaha Kecil dan Menengah (UKM). Pada pembuatan iklan dengan mengangkat produk lokal kerupuk asoy asal Bogor ini, penulis ingin menjadikan iklan sebagai sebuah media promosi yang dirasa tepat dan dapat meningkatkan brand equity. Keunggulan dari dibuatnya iklan ini adalah karena sebelumnya belum ada media promosi yang secara khusus mempromosikan produk kerupuk asoy sebagai makanan ringan asal kota hujan ini. Iklan dengan judul “Kerupuk Asoybig” ini dibuat berdasarkan hasil riset dan kebutuhan pembuat terhadap jangkauan konsumen yang diharapkan lebih luas dengan memasukkan iklan ini kechannel youtube ataupun website yang telah dibuat. Metode yang digunakan da;am pembuatan video ini adalah pengumpulan data, melakukan analisis SMART dan brainstorming hingga pembuatan video. Promosi dalam sebuah produk untuk meningkatkan brand equity dengan menggunakan media promosi digital diharapkan mampu memberikan peningkatan pada produk lokal khususnya pada kerupuk asoy.
Analysis of the Effect of Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, and Academic Stress on the Learning Behavior of Accounting Students
Authors: Silitonga Juliarta , Nabila Talita , Sihombing Dona , Luthfi Muhammad , Rahmadayanti Nabila , Arnita Vina
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of emotional intelligence, time management, and academic stress on students' accounting learning behaviour. In college, effective learning behavior is essential to achieve optimal learning outcomes. The method used in this study is a quantitative survey that collects data through questionnaires distributed to accounting students at several universities. Data analysis was conducted using PLS (Partial Least Square). The research shows that emotional intelligence has a significant positive influence on learning behaviour, and students with high emotional intelligence tend to be better able to manage their emotions and motivation during the learning process. In addition, good time management also contributes positively to learning behaviour, so that students can manage their time effectively. On the other hand, academic stress was shown to have a significant negative impact, as high levels of stress can affect concentration and motivation to learn. The conclusion of this study highlights the importance of developing emotional intelligence and time management skills in accounting students and the need for strategies to reduce academic stress. Recommendations for future research are to consider interventions that can improve these three components to support better learning behaviour.
Teachers' and Students' Perceptions Towards the Implementation of Independent Curriculum in English Learning
Authors: Zebua Meniati , Zebua Agustin Ceria , Waruwu Puspa Triyani , Bate'e Juni For Enjelina , Waruwu Friska Putri , Julvin Oryentika Waruwu
Published: January 2025

This study aims to investigate teachers’ and students’ perceptions of the implementation of the independent curriculum in English language learning. Conducted across six different schools (two elementary schools, two junior high schools, and two senior high schools), the research use the qualitative approach using a descriptive phenomenological design. The data were collected through interviews and questionnaires. The findings reveal that teachers perceive the independent curriculum as providing greater flexibility and creativity in teaching, enabling them to implement student-centered approaches and innovative methods such as using visual media, learning modules and technology. Teachers also value the variety of assessments, including diagnostic, formative, and summative evaluations. However, challenges such as administrative burdens and gaps in students' abilities remain significant. From the students' perspective, the curriculum is seen as engaging and interactive, with project-based tasks enhancing motivation and skill development. Nevertheless, students face difficulties in mastering vocabulary and grammar and building self-confidence, often exacerbated by unequal access to learning resources. This study concludes that the Independent Curriculum has significant potential to enhance English language learning by fostering active student engagement and teacher innovation. To maximize its effectiveness, recommendations include providing adequate resources, reducing administrative burdens, and enhancing teacher training to address implementation challenges.
Waste Management Utilization Practices in Selected Barangay of District 6 Zone 64 City of Manila, Philippines
Authors: Manalad Cynthia A. , Buenaseda Annalyn Y. , Gomez Ma. Lourdes H.
Published: January 2025

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of current waste management strategies in selected barangays of District 6, Zone 64, City of Manila. Additionally, it seeks to identify areas for improvement to promote sustainable waste management practices.
 
Methods: The research employed surveys, interviews, and direct observation to collect data on waste disposal and recycling practices. These methods provided insights into the current state of waste management in the selected barangays.
 
Results: The findings reveal a significant reliance on traditional waste disposal methods, with limited adoption of recycling and composting programs. This highlights the gap in implementing sustainable waste management practices in the community.
 
Conclusion: The study underscores the need for enhanced community education and infrastructure development to support sustainable waste management. It recommends promoting the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), organizing in-service training and seminar workshops, conducting public awareness campaigns, investing in advanced recycling technologies, strengthening waste management regulations, and supporting community-based initiatives. These measures are essential for achieving sustainable urban waste management in the City of Manila.
Integrating Climate Transition Risks into Moroccan Equity Portfolios: a Path Towards SDGs
Authors: Rabhi Azar-Ibrahim , Chiadmi Mohammed Salah , Aboulaich Rajae
Published: January 2025

Objective: This study examines the integration of climate transition risks into the management of Moroccan equity portfolios, aligning investment strategies with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It aims to explore approaches that balance sustainability objectives and financial performance while addressing the unique challenges of emerging markets.
 
Theoretical Framework: The research builds on portfolio optimization theories and sustainable finance principles, incorporating climate risk management within the context of the SDGs. A multi-objective evolutionary optimization framework is employed to analyze the trade-offs between carbon intensity (CI) reduction, Tracking Error (TE), and market performance.
 
Method: The study evaluates two strategies: a passive approach aimed at minimizing TE and CI, and an active approach focusing on outperforming the market while prioritizing companies prepared for the energy transition. The analysis highlights data limitations and proposes actionable steps to integrate climate risks into decision-making.
 
Results and Discussion: Findings indicate that a CI reduction exceeding 30% can be achieved with a TE below 0.2%, allowing investors to meet sustainability targets without significant market deviation. The active strategy demonstrates potential for long-term resilience and alignment with SDG objectives, particularly in fostering low-carbon investment opportunities.
 
Research Implications: This study provides practical insights for institutional investors in emerging markets, emphasizing the importance of flexible, data-driven techniques to address climate transition risks. It underscores the need for robust tools and data improvements to support sustainable finance and the achievement of SDGs in Morocco.
 
Originality/Value: This research is among the first to focus on quantifying and integrating climate transition risks into Moroccan equity portfolios. Its innovative use of multi-objective optimization and emphasis on SDGs provide a novel framework for sustainable investment strategies in emerging markets.
The Puzzle of Mosaicism: Mechanisms and Clinical Implications in Preimplantation Genetic Testing
Authors:   Department of Pharmaceutics, CMR College of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, India., Geetha Karra , Sasanka G. ,   Department of Pharm D, CMR College of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, India., Banu Meraj Unnisa ,   Department of Pharm D, CMR College of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, India., Reddy S. Pridvineel ,   Department of Pharm D, CMR College of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, India., Rao T. Rama ,   Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, CMR College of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, India.
Published: January 2025

Chromosomal mosaicism in preimplantation embryos, characterized by cells with varying genotypes, arises due to mitotic errors after fertilization. These errors, including anaphase lag, mitotic nondisjunction, or cytokinesis failure, typically occur during early embryonic divisions when maternal factors predominantly regulate development. The impact of mosaicism on embryonic viability varies based on the stage and nature of the chromosomal errors, potentially reducing implantation rates and increasing miscarriage risks. However, mosaic embryos can occasionally self-correct through apoptosis of abnormal cells or selective growth of euploid cells, enabling the development of healthy blastocysts.

Advancements in genetic screening, particularly next-generation sequencing (NGS), have improved mosaicism detection, although challenges remain in accurately interpreting its clinical significance. NGS identifies mosaicism with higher sensitivity than previous methods like fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) or array comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH). Nonetheless, discrepancies in detection rates and sampling errors complicate clinical decision-making.

Patients undergoing preimplantation genetic testing must be counseled on the potential outcomes of transferring mosaic embryos, especially when euploid options are unavailable. While mosaic embryos offer a chance for pregnancy, they carry an increased risk of miscarriage and uncertain long-term outcomes. Personalized genetic counseling and improved screening methodologies are essential for refining patient care and optimizing in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes. Further research is needed to understand the mechanisms and implications of mosaicism, ensuring evidence-based practices in embryo selection and transfer.
Electricity Supply for Hydrogen Plant through Power Swap Based Reliability and Risk Case Study Pertamina Power’s Electrolyzer in Sumatra
Authors:   Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Telkom University, Indonesia, Nurramdhani Indra I. , Raharjo Jangkung ,   Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Telkom University, Indonesia, Sasmono Sudarmono ,   Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Telkom University, Indonesia
Published: January 2025

This research investigates the integration of renewable energy sources into hydrogen production in Sumatra, with a focus on the utilization of power swap mechanisms to ensure energy reliability and effectively manage risks. This study is in line with the ongoing collaboration between PT. Pertamina, Chevron New Energies International Pte Ltd, and Keppel Infrastructure, which aims to develop hydrogen production facilities using renewable energy through electrolysis.

The main objective is to assess the reliability and risk management in renewable energy-powered hydrogen production, with a focus on the operational reliability of geothermal and solar power plants and the effectiveness of the power swap system.

The methodology combines theoretical and empirical approaches Reliability Evaluation using metrics such as power balance, load flow analysis and Monte Carlo Simulation to analyze the variability and risks in the power generation and swapping system, improving the understanding of system behavior under various scenarios, and Data Analysis through statistical analysis of data collected from ETAP simulations to see patterns. This study hypothesizes that high reliability of renewable energy sources and an effectively managed power swap system can significantly improve the stability and sustainability of hydrogen production. It is expected that the implementation of strategic power exchange can reduce the risks associated with renewable energy variability, thereby strengthening the overall stability of energy supply for hydrogen production.

This study aims to provide insights and actionable recommendations to improve system efficiency and reliability, providing valuable perspectives for the discourse on renewable energy utilization and hydrogen production in Indonesia
Analytical Modelling of Resistive Load Effect on Transient Voltage and Power Output from d_33-mode Piezoelectric Vibration Energy Harvester
Authors:   Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, Osheidu Samuel E. , Israel-Cookey Chigozie ,   Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, Amakiri Arobo R. C. ,   Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, Sigalo Friday B. ,   Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, Davies Onengiyeofori A. ,   Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Published: January 2025

This research analytically investigates the effect of resistive load on the transient performance of a -mode piezoelectric vibration energy harvester. Through normalized voltage and power analyses under varying normalized resistive loads and excitation frequencies, it is observed that the normalized voltage peaks consistently at resonance frequency, with its magnitude increasing as load resistance decreases. The normalized power, however, exhibits a maximum at an optimal load resistance that aligns with the system’s internal impedance, underscoring the significance of impedance matching for efficient energy harvesting. Transient voltage and power dynamics reveal faster energy dissipation and higher fluctuations at lower resistances, while higher resistances yield smoother but less efficient energy transfer. These findings provide crucial insights into the interplay between load resistance, transient dynamics, and power optimization, paving the way for improved design and application of piezoelectric energy harvesters in real-world systems.