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Pelatihan Produksi Video Sebagai Aktivitas Komunikasi Digital bagi TP-PKK Kelurahan Baros Kecamatan Cimahi Tengah Kota Cimahi pada Media Digital
Authors: Wijaksono Dimas Satrio , Nuraeni Reni , Pramitha Jalesita Putri
Published: February 2024

The development of information and communication technology has a great impact on various fields of life, one of which is in the dissemination of information that is socialization. Digital media is not spared from information technology, one of which is in the use of video is a medium for delivering information used in the process of socializing programs owned by certain institutions and organizations using video. As one of the elements of community institutions that is an extension of information media from the central and regional governments, PKK is a strategic forum because of its scope that can touch the inner layers of society. The dissemination of information and government programs in realizing public welfare becomes more easily spread evenly through the PKK. This training aims to assist PKK members in delivering information in the form of making short videos that will be disseminated through digital media. The method used is in the form of delivering theory and direct practice by applying composition techniques and taking pictures through a smartphone camera. The result of this training is the increasing ability of PKK members to produce videos using smartphone cameras, and can help PKK in improving the quality of information provided on digital media as a form of delivering information to the public.
Edukasi Monitoring Kualitas Air Pada Kelompok Tani Tambak Desa Margoyoso Pati Jawa Tengah
Authors: Rozaq Imam Abdul , Primadasa Rangga , Hana Fida Maisa
Published: February 2024

Water quality is one of the most influential factors in the process of cultivating fish in ponds, so it is necessary to monitor water quality regularly to obtain viable and abundant fish commodities. The obstacle in fish farming is the problem of unproductive land due to poor water quality. The low understanding of pond farmers regarding water quality is also one of the factors in decreasing income from fish farming in ponds. Thus it is necessary to carry out education related to monitoring pond water quality to farmers. This community service activity was carried out at the pond farmer group in Margoyoso Pati Village, Central Java on Saturday, August 12, 2023. The community service partner for this activity is the “Bersatu Makmur” farmer group. The implementation of this service activity is divided into two sessions. The first session was a material delivery session on water quality monitoring education while the second session was the practice of monitoring water quality in the farmers' pond locations. The result of this community service activity is the increased understanding of pond farmers in Margoyoso Village, Pati Regency, Central Java regarding monitoring water quality according to the parameters of the Indonesian National Standard (SNI).
Edukasi Tentang Zat Aditif Dan Zat Adiktif Serta Efek Samping Yang Ditimbulkan Melalui Video Animasi
Authors: Ridzal Dewi Asriani , Rosnawati Veni , Haswan  , Amri Nurzil , Farnia
Published: February 2024

The use of additives and addictive substances in various foods, drinks, and other consumer products is increasing along with the times. This PkM activity aims to provide students with an understanding of additives and addictive substances and the side effects they cause through educational activities assisted by animation media. This activity was held at SDN 2 Labalawa and attended by 28 class V students, consisting of 16 male students and 12 female students. The results of the PkM activities showed that 22 students (79%) had a good understanding of the material presented, 4 students (14%) were in the sufficient category, and 2 students (7%) were in the poor category. These results show that the majority of participants have a good understanding of additives and addictive substances and the side effects they cause. Education regarding additives and addictive substances is essential, given the increasing variety of products offered by companies, so that consumers can sort and choose well the goods they will consume. Overall, PkM activities were doing well in accordance with the stated objectives
Teknologi Informasi dan Komunikasi (TIK) dalam Pembelajaran di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Ulfa Maria , Yudha Chrisnaji Banindra , Dewi Rosita , Apriani Susi , Nurhaliza Salsabilla
Published: February 2024

Learning in the 21st century must be ICT-based. Professional elementary school teachers in the 21st century are teachers who can facilitate student learning. PGSD Study Program, STKIP Kusuma Negara through MK KKL held a national webinar with the theme Creative and Innovative Elementary School Teachers through ICT Implementation. This webinar was held online via the zoom meeting application and was attended by 287 participants, consisting of elementary school teachers, educational practitioners, and students (STKIP Kusuma Negara and the general public). The aim of this training is to equip elementary school teachers to be creative and innovative through the implementation of ICT. The stages of implementing the national webinar go through three stages, namely planning, implementation and evaluation. The national webinar material is Creative and Innovative Teachers Through Digital-Based Implementation and Innovative I-Teaching Teaching and Digital Tools. Schools are places to facilitate teachers in implementing ICT in the learning process to make learning creative and innovative. However, in reality in the field only students are able to use ICT tools. So that ICT-based learning does not become two-way. As a result, teachers are increasingly distant from ICT. Teachers must be able to implement ICT to create e-teaching and e-learning based learning.
Pelatihan Penguatan Kemampuan Asesmen Kompetensi Minimum (AKM) Kelas Di SMPK Rosa Mystica
Authors: Coryunitha Panis Isabel , Dewa Egidius , Ki`i Oktavianus Ama
Published: February 2024

This article discusses the training to strengthen the minimum competency assessment (AKM) skills of seventh-grade students at SMPK Rosa Mystika in Kupang City. The training was conducted three times with a focus on improving AKM in literacy and numeracy. The implementation method involved 32 students participating in a series of activities, including pretests and posttests to measure knowledge improvement before and after the training. The evaluation results show a significant improvement in the literacy and numeracy skills of students after the training. Previously, all students were in the very low category, but after the training, 24 students reached the moderate category, and 8 students remained in the low category. This training successfully enhanced the literacy and numeracy skills of students at SMPK Rosa Mystica.
Generative AI in Education
Authors: Kars Muhammet Emir
Published: February 2024

Recently, the field of artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced significantly, with generativeAI rising to the top of the tech industry's most-discussed subjects list. Education like manyother fields could be transformed by generative AI like ChatGPT, Bard, DALL-E,Midjourney, and DeepMind, which all have the ability to revolutionize a number of industrieswith all the benefits and drawbacks they entail.The paper begins by providing an overview of generative AI, highlighting its capacity togenerate human-like text, images, and even interactive simulations. It delves into theunderlying principles and techniques that empower generative AI models, focusing onprominent models like ChatGPT and Midjourney.To assess the effectiveness of generative AI in educational contexts, the paper examinesstudies that have evaluated learning outcomes, student engagement, and teacher support.These findings provide insights into the efficiency of generative AI as a supplementaryeducational tool and its role in fostering innovative teaching practices. The paper also addressesconcerns around the technology being too integrated into education like over dependence andcheating.Finally, the paper discusses future possibilities and challenges for the integration of generativeAI in education. It proposes strategies for maximizing the benefits of this technology whileensuring ethical considerations are met. The paper concludes with a call for further researchand collaboration between AI experts, educators, policymakers, and other stakeholders toharness the full potential of generative AI in transforming the learning landscape.
Exploring the Impact of Excessive Social Media Use on Mental Health and Social Interaction
Authors: Yildirim Emine , Unal Ervanur , Yazici Mustafa , Akin Asiye
Published: February 2024

This paper examines the impact of excessive social media usage on mental health and well-being, focusing on its potential to trigger antisocial behavior, deteriorate mental health, and foster addictive tendencies. Despite the label "social," social media can diminish social interactions, contributing to feelings of loneliness and heightened social anxiety. Neurologically, the brain's reward system responds to social media interactions with dopamine release, cultivating addictive behavior, especially among young users. Studies reveal direct links between extensive social media engagement and increased anxiety and depression. The intricate relationship between dopamine, digital engagement, and mental well-being underscores the vulnerability of younger individuals. Balancing the allure of virtual connection with the risks of addiction necessitates a mindful approach to social media usage, including time limits and the pursuit of diverse offline activities. This inquiry highlights the importance of informed engagement to preserve well-being in the era of pervasive social media.
Strategies for achieving global competitiveness of transnational companies
Authors: Nosova Olga
Published: February 2024

The paper discussed strategies for achieving the global competitiveness of transnational companies. Under the influence of geopolitical turbulences, global economic uncertainty in global markets, and supply chain disruptions international businesses modify their business plans in reaction to shifting conditions.
The basic approaches of transnational companies’ strategies to provide distribution of functions between the parent company and subsidiaries and branches, and the relationship between the overall corporate strategy and the development strategy of business units analyzed.
The most valuable and prosperous transnational company’s strategies are analyzed based on the criteria definition. The use of various instruments, methods, and tactics of transnational companies determined. The application of a complex transnational strategy with specific features and peculiarities is considered.
Advantages of AI for healthcare in developing countries
Authors: Camci Arif , Alperen Aydin
Published: February 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the capacity of computers or computer-controlled machines to undertake tasks typically necessitating human intelligence, encompassing processes such as reasoning, comprehension, generalisation, and learning from previous experiences.  Over the past few decades, AI has experienced a significant surge and has witnessed a societal transformation, particularly with the advent of OpenAI's public models. Subsequently, its applications have extended to various domains, including the medical field. Artificial Intelligence has been a game-changer in various fields, and healthcare is no exception. AI can learn how to predict the outcome based on the input data meaning these algorithms can analyse medical images to detect signs of diseases such as cancer or heart disease.  For developing countries, the focus often lies more on improving diagnostic capabilities rather than fine-tuning accuracy, given that lack of access to accurate diagnosis is a pressing issue. AI could help bridge this gap by providing faster and more reliable diagnostic support, especially in regions where there is a shortage of healthcare professionals or specialised medical facilities. This prompts the question: "Can AI find utility in healthcare within developing countries struggling with a great demand for doctors, and if so, how dependable and impactful could it potentially be?" We must also consider ethical, privacy, and regulatory aspects while advancing these technologies to ensure responsible and equitable deployment.
What are the impacts of architectural design on occupants’ well-being, and how can architects optimize spaces to enhance productivity?
Authors: Shakhzoda Mubinova  , Gokgol Merve
Published: February 2024

In the context of rising urbanization and the growing enhancement of green architecture, architectural design is a topic of increasing importance. This study examines the detailed relationship between architectural design and the human experience, emphasizing the significant effects of design decisions on people's well-being. The research delves into the psychological effects of architectural design and explores how architects can optimize spaces to increase occupants' productivity and well-being while taking environmental sustainability and cost-efficiency into account. Numerous studies have demonstrated the critical relationship between indoor environmental conditions and occupant well-being. This study examines the relationships between architecture and the effects that various elements have on inhabitants' moods, behavior, and general well-being, including ventilation, lighting, color, layout, and biophilic design. Further, it discusses possible solutions that could be implemented, such as eco-friendly architectural design, adaptable floor plans, biophilic design principles, and a variety of color and aesthetic decisions to create environments that foster occupant comfort, creativity, and productivity. The study does, however, identify a few limitations including the possible financial effects of incorporating sustainable design elements. Architects can play a critical role in creating environments that improve the quality of life and productivity of their occupants while respecting the environment and budgetary constraints by taking into account the psychological effects of design choices and advocating for innovative, sustainable, and occupant-centric design approaches.
Pre and post impact of GST on medicines: Retailers’ perspective
Authors: Malini Ramu , J. Ebanisha  , Veni K. Sorna
Published: February 2024

GST is known as the Goods and Service Tax levied to improve economic condition of nation.  The implementations of GST have impact on the entire sector including the pharmaceutical industries.  The GST Rates for medicines were decided by the GST council. GST is levied under 5 different rates, namely NIL, 5%, 12%, 18% and 28% based on the HSN code of the item.  The general statement is GST is positively impact on the Indian Pharmaceutical Industries via the four different taxes levied on the medicines and it reduced the cost of production and it helps to business daily operations.  Retailers are supplying medicine to the ultimate customers from manufacturers; but the medicine retailers’ survival depends on Government rules and regulation.  To trace out the reliability of the statement “GST makes some positive impact and some negative impacts” the researchers have chosen the research area entitled “Pre and Post Impact of GST on Medicines: Retailers’ Perspective”.  The researchers to attain the objectives, the primary data collected from 67 retailers by adopting Convenient Sampling method with help of structural questionnaire.  Garrett Ranking Techniques has been adopted to prove the result qualitatively as well as quantitatively.
Vision on India’s hunger rate index with special reference to the mission of sustainable development reform
Authors: Lakshmi M. Athista , Devi M. Parvathi , Ramu Malini
Published: February 2024

Hunger is the one of the biggest challenges in independent India. To tackle this challenge sustainable development goals were adopted with the target year of 2023. This instigates the researchers to compare the pre and post sustainable development reform of zero hunger indicators to analyse the India’s performance towards the vision of zero hunger. The result of the disclosed that India has made a progress towards the mission of sustainable development reform by reducing child stunting and undernourishment.
Downregulation of the GABAA receptor β2 subunit in a rat model of autism
Authors: Puig-Lagunes Ángel Alberto , Villada Frida Sofía , Morgado-Valle Consuelo , Beltran-Parrazal Luis , Chi-Castañeda Lizbeth Donají , Lopez Meraz María Leonor
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, and GABA type A receptor (GABAA) activation mediates fast inhibitory actions. Numerous studies have shown that individual with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) exhibit abnormalities in the expression of GABAA receptors in various brain areas. Additionally, animal models of ASD have suggested alterations in GABAergic neurotransmission and a dysregulation in the balance between inhibitory and excitatory systems. Objective: We investigated the immunolabeling of the GABAA receptor β2 subunit (GARB2) in the hippocampus, the amygdala, and thalamus of infant rats prenatally exposed to valproic acid (VPA) as an ASD model. Methods: Pregnant females were injected with VPA (600mg/Kg, i.p.) during the twelfth embryonic day; control rats were injected with saline. On the fourteen-postnatal-day, rats from both experimental groups were anesthetized, transcardially perfused with 0.9% NaCl and 4% paraformaldehyde, and sequential coronal brain sections (40μm thickness) were obtained. Immunohistochemistry was performed to detect GARB2 and the relative optical density (OD) of expression was analyzed. Results: Our data showed a statistically significant downregulation of GARB2 in the lateral amygdaloid nucleus, as well as in the ventral and lateral thalamic nuclei when compared to control rats. No statistically significant differences were detected in the hippocampus. Discussion: Our findings suggest that prenatal exposure to VPA reduces GARB2 expression in limbic brain regions involved in social-emotional behaviors, like previous reports in individuals with ASD. Conclusion These results support for the involvement of the GABAergic system in the pathogenesis of ASD.
Impulse control disorders and its association to medication use and other associated factors in patients with Parkinson's disease
Authors: Lira Juarez Luisa Guadalupe , Dominguez Garcia Ariadna , Rodriguez Violante Mayela , Cervantes Arriaga Amin , Santiago De La Cruz Elba Citlali , Medrano Delgado Maria de los Angeles Guadalupe , Hernandez Medrano Ana Jimena , Regalado Mustafa Andres Yamil , De La Rosa Patlan Giovanni Elivt
Published: February 2024

Objectives: Impulse control disorders (ICDs) are behaviors that are performed repeatedly, to the point of interfering with the patient's functionality and daily life, without regard for their consequences and with the sole purpose of obtaining immediate gratification. ICDs have been have been related to dopaminergic treatment. This study analyzes the association of different risk factors for the development of ICD in the Mexican population.
Methods: A cross-sectional study including 244 patients diagnosed with PD was carried out. The data collected were from the year 2021 to 2023. Data were collected through structured interviews including age, gender, year of symptom onset, year of diagnosis, levodopa equivalent dose, antiparkinsonian treatment, and history of smoking and alcohol use was evaluated.
Results: 244 patients with a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease were included, of whom 146 (59.8%) were men and 98 (40.2%) women with a mean age of 63+/-12.10 years. The sample population was divided into two groups, Group 1 were patients with ICD(ICD-PD) (n=35), and Group 2 Non-ICD (n=209). ICD was associated with alcohol use 2.390 (95% CI 0.02 - 1.72).A trend was found for the use of dopamine agonists (p=0.07) No statistically significant difference was found between groups regarding smoking habits, age at diagnosis, age at symptom onset, age, diagnostic delay, and levodopa equivalent doses.
Conclusions:  Use of alcohol and agonist dopaminergic were the main associated risk factor after multivariate logistic regression.
Climate and Air Quality Impact of Using Ammonia as an Alternative Shipping Fuel
Authors: Wong Anthony Y. H. , Selin Noelle , Eastham Sebastian , Mounaïm-Rouselle Christine , Zhang Yiqi , Allroggen Florian
Published: February 2024

As carbon-free fuel, ammonia has been proposed as an alternative fuel to facilitate maritime decarbonization. Deployment of ammonia-powered ships is proposed as soon as 2024. However, emissions of NOx, NH3 and N2O resulting from ammonia combustion could cause impacts on air quality and climate. In this study, we assess whether and under what conditions switching to ammonia fuel might affect climate and air quality. We use a bottom–up approach combining ammonia engine experiment results and ship track data to estimate global tailpipe NOx, NH3 and N2O emissions from ammonia-powered ships with two possible engine technologies (NH3–H2 vs pure NH3 combustion) under three emission regulation scenarios (with corresponding assumptions in emission control technologies). We then use the GEOS–Chem High Performance global chemical transport model to simulate the air quality impacts of switching to ammonia-powered ships. We find that the tailpipe N2O emissions from ammonia-powered ships have climate impacts equivalent to 5.8% of current shipping CO2 emissions. Globally, switching to NH3–H2 engines avoids 33,100 (18900 to 47300, 95% confidence interval) mortalities annually, while the unburnt NH3 emissions (82.0 Tg NH3 yr-1) from pure NH3 engines could lead to 595,100 additional mortalities annually under current legislation. Requiring NH3 scrubbing within current Emission Control Areas leads to smaller improvements in public health outcomes (38,000 avoided mortalities for NH3–H2 and 554,200 additional mortalities for pure NH3 annually, respectively), while extending both Tier III NOx standard and NH3 scrubbing requirements globally leads to larger improvement in public health outcomes associated with a switch to ammonia-powered ships (79,100 and 21,100 avoided mortalities for NH3–H2 and pure NH3 annually, respectively). Our findings suggest that while switching to ammonia fuel would reduce tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions from shipping, stringent ammonia emission control is required to mitigate the potential adverse effects on air quality.
Towards Democratisation of Games User Research: Exploring Playtesting Challenges of Indie Video Game Developers
Authors: Denisova Alena , Bromley Steve , Mirza-Babaei Pejman , Mekler Elisa D
Published: February 2024

Playtesting is a games user research (GUR) method used to evaluate design decisions based on feedback gathered from players with the goal to improve player experience. HCI games research has been actively working on and promoting best practices in GUR. However, these practices often require resources, knowledge and expertise, which are not readily available for indie video games developers. Thus, to better understand how GUR can support these developers, we conducted an interview study with 13 indie games professionals to learn about their practices and the challenges they face when doing playtesting. We report on the key findings from this study, including challenges with finding appropriate participants and handling the data from playtests. We provide a discussion of how existing GUR practices can be adapted and what HCI games research can do to help mitigate these challenges to make playtesting more accessible and impactful to indie video games developers.
A conceptual framework for emotion regulation and global climate change solutions
Authors: Plonski Paul E. , Urry Heather L.
Published: February 2024

Scientists have established consensus that humans are changing Earth’s climate and that the changes imminently threaten life, liberty, security, and wellbeing. Recent reviews describe emotion as a central component in human responses to climate change information, including decisions and actions that could be involved with climate change mitigation. Despite the burgeoning body of work on emotions related to climate change, scientists have only begun to understand how people experience and manage those emotional responses, and the consequences of emotion regulation. To guide and encourage work on emotion regulation and the climate change situation, we describe a precise conceptual and temporal framework that brings together two emotion-related cycles, climate change information, and climate change solutions. We suggest that climate change information prompts emotion generative processes that are prone to influence by emotion regulatory processes. Emotional and emotion-regulatory responses to climate change information may affect and be affected by beliefs, behavior, and systems. First, we apply a common theory of emotion regulation to the climate change situation. Then, we review evidence for the use of climate change emotion regulation and expound the potential for emotion regulation to be involved with climate change solutions. Beliefs, behavior, and systems are conceptualized as climate change solutions. Belief is multidimensional (e.g., human causation and negative consequences), as is behavior (e.g., consumer behavior, decision making). Systems can include laws, regulations, infrastructure, and transportation; we highlight the importance of both social and physical systems. We close with suggestions for applying the framework, including experimental tests of emotion regulation.
Pupil dilation reflects the social and motion content of faces
Authors: Ricou Camille , Rabadan Vivien , Mofid Yassine , Aguillon-Hernandez Nadia , Wardak Claire
Published: February 2024

Human facial features such as the eyes, nose, and mouth, allow us to communicate with others and induce a physiological mobilization indexed by the pupil dilation. Still, the relative influence of human realism, its social content, and the amount of motion on pupillary reactivity has never been elucidated. 30 neurotypical adults aged 18 to 33 years old were recorded with a 250Hz eye tracker. We analyzed the event-related pupil dilation in response to stimuli distributed along a gradient of social salience (non-social to social, going from objects to avatars to real faces) and dynamism (static to micro to macro-motion). Pupil dilation was higher in response to social (faces and avatars) compared to non-social stimuli (objects), with surprisingly a higher response for avatars. Pupil dilation was also higher in response to macro-motion compared to static. After quantifying the amount of motion of each stimulus, we found that the higher the quantity of motion, the higher the pupil dilated, especially for avatars and objects, but only in an additive way. Overall, human realism and its social content, as well as the amount of motion, contributed additionally to physiological mobilization.
Unequal resource division occurs in the absence of group division and identity
Authors: Deschrijver Eliane , Ramsey Richard
Published: February 2024

Based on the seminal minimal group experiment, the widely influential social identity theory has, in the last 45 years, led to the belief that discrimination follows from intergroup relations and social identity. A large body of research evidenced that people discriminate against members of their out versus ingroup, even if groups and identities were assigned on the basis of a quantity estimate, aesthetic judgement or a chance outcome. But to what extent may unequal resource division be accounted for by ad hoc difference versus sameness, outside of any group division? We show via Bayesian regression analyses in 7 pre-registered experiments (over 1400 subjects) that unequal resource division strategies persist against a single person that demonstrates a different versus the same quantity estimate, painting preference, or even coin flip (Experiments 1, 2 and 3ab), with 43.1% more money awarded for sameness relative to difference conditions (Experiments 4, 5 and 6). These findings open up the possibility that one key driver of discrimination may exist in a mechanism of interindividual comparison that treats ad hoc difference more negatively than ad hoc sameness. If unequal resource division readily emerges against a single person even after a mere chance difference, discrimination may be more widespread and occur for partly different reasons than is currently assumed. Theoretical implications for understanding cognitive and brain systems of discrimination are discussed.
A comparison between humans and AI at recognizing objects in unusual poses
Authors: Ollikka Netta , Abbas Amro , Perin Andrea , Kilpeläinen Markku , Deny Stephane
Published: February 2024

Deep learning is closing the gap with human vision on several object recognition benchmarks. Here we investigate this gap for challenging images where objects are seen in unusual poses. We find that humans excel at recognizing objects in such poses. In contrast, state-of-the-art deep networks for vision (EfficientNet, SWAG, ViT, SWIN, BEiT, ConvNext) and state-of-the-art large vision-language models (Claude 3.5, Gemini 1.5, GPT-4) are systematically brittle on unusual poses, with the exception of Gemini showing excellent robustness in that condition. As we limit image exposure time, human performance degrades to the level of deep networks, suggesting that additional mental processes (requiring additional time) are necessary to identify objects in unusual poses. An analysis of error patterns of humans vs. networks reveals that even time-limited humans are dissimilar to feed-forward deep networks. In conclusion, our comparison reveals that humans and deep networks rely on different mechanisms for recognizing objects in unusual poses. Understanding the nature of the mental processes taking place during extra viewing time may be key to reproduce the robustness of human vision in silico.
Online Shopping and Customer Satisfaction in College–Level Students in Kathmandu Valley
Authors: Manandhar Raju Bhai , Timilsina Jagat
Published: February 2024

Background: Online shopping is becoming a popular electronic business day by day even in. Consumers can directly buy goods or services through the internet using a web browser when they engage in online shopping.
Objectives: The primary objective of the study is to investigate how factors such as product quality, information accessibility, and shipping costs affect customer satisfaction toward online shopping in Kathmandu Valley.
Methods: The study used an analytical research design. By utilizing a convenience sampling technique, 400 respondents were chosen from college-level students in Kathmandu Valley. The questionnaire survey was used to gather the primary data, which was then analyzed using cross-tabulation, an independent t-test, correlation analysis, and regression to produce the study's findings.
Results: There is an association between information availability, product quality, and shipping cost with customer satisfaction toward online shopping, however, there is a strong association between the information availability and customer satisfaction. Customer satisfaction was highly impacted by the product quality and information availability, whereas it was not affected by the shipping cost. The quality of the product, the availability of information, and customer satisfaction were not impacted by gender; only  shipping costs were affected.
Conclusion: In conclusion, the online company needs to provide accurate information about their products and their business to draw potential customers and maintain the standard of websites with up-to-date information to retain regular customers. The company also needs to sell a high standard of its products and services to improve the company’s reputation to fulfill customers’ expectations. The company should also consider providing better service by timely delivering items at low cost. Future researchers will have access to a larger sample size across a variety of geographic concentrations to evaluate customer satisfaction in online shopping together with other independent factors of the general public.
Historical Nostalgia and Destination Loyalty Intention: Mediating Role of Perceived Value and Satisfaction among Visitors of Cultural Heritage Sites of Nepal
Authors: Satyal Sajina , Subedi Gopal , Pokhrel Laxman
Published: February 2024

Background: Heritage sites of Nepal are the center of attraction for national and international visitors. It is essential to delve into the factors that drive visitors to these destinations, which are influenced by the narratives and cultural significance associated with Nepal's heritage sites.
Objective: The purpose of this paper is to examine the mediating role of Perceived Value (PV) and Satisfaction (SAT) in the relationship between Historical Nostalgia (HN) and Destination Loyalty Intention (DLI) among visitors of cultural heritage sites of Nepal.
Methods: The research applied a cross-sectional survey research design to collect data from 256 domestic tourists. The purposive sampling method was used to reach the respondents. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation (PLS-SEM) was applied to test hypotheses.
Results: The paper findings showed that perceived values do not mediate the relationship between historical nostalgia and destination loyalty intention but show a direct effect between historical nostalgia and destination loyalty intention whereas satisfaction displays the role of mediation between historical nostalgia and destination loyalty intention. Further, historical nostalgia positively influences perceived value and satisfaction, leading to increased destination loyalty intention. Moreover, the impact of perceived value on destination loyalty intention was not supported.
Conclusions: This paper can help destination managers design marketing strategies to evoke historic nostalgia and improve visitor experiences at Nepal's heritage sites. The tourism board can apply the findings to enhance destination loyalty and increase the tourism revenue of Nepal.
Quarter Life of Crisis in the Millennial Group in terms of Social Comparison and Resilience
Authors: Argasiam Brigitan , Adinda Prabowo Putri Siska
Published: February 2024

Quarterlife of crisis (QLC) is becoming a new trend for individuals who are confused about their role in society. The demands of social roles and expectations from the environment are increasing as individuals enter more complex stages of adult life. The tendency of QLC is experienced by many millennials today, especially in Semarang City. The conduct of this study aims to analyze the relationship between social comparison and resilience to quarterlife of crisis in the millennial group. The sample criteria used were aged 22-29 years and lived in the city of Semarang with a sample of 105 people. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling. The research instruments were quarterlife crisis scale (α = .898), social comparison scale (α = .859), and resilience scale (α = .943). The data analysis method used was regression analysis of two predictors and product moment correlation with JASP 0.16 software.   The results of this study showed R = 0.919; R2 = 0.845 and F = 279.002 (p < .0001) means that social comparison and resilience affect the quarterlife of crisis in the millennial group. The value of the coefficient of determination of social comparison variables and resilience to quarterlife crisis variables was 84.5%. The conclusion of the study is that social comparison and resilience simultaneously affect the quarterlife crisis. The implications of the results of this study are expected to be useful not only for millennials but also parents and the surrounding community in understanding their condition about their readiness to face the future by not giving much "pressure" in the form of stigma / negative labels if they do not meet the expected standards.
RELIGIOUS AND LEGAL CULTURES IN FEMINIST PERSPECTIVE. THE CASE OF DENMARK IN A EUROPEAN CONTEXT
Authors:   University of Copenhagen, Petersen Hanne
Published: February 2024

Europe is characterized by both religious and legal pluralism involving mainly the monotheistic Abrahamic religions, which have all historically been dominated by patriarchal and hierarchical values and attitudes. The Protestant north, and especially the Nordic countries with state churches under absolutism and continued strong state influence on church matters after introduction of democracy have since WWII seen a legal, political and cultural development where women have been given legal rights to become priests and now make up slightly more than half of the clergy. This influences religious practice, interpretation and implementation. It has also inspired the establishment of the first female-led Mosque in the Nordic countries in Copenhagen. This article will reflect on these developments and their relation to law and legal culture.
ARTIFICIAL CONDITIONS AS AN ABUSE OF RIGHTS IN PUBLIC AID FROM THE COMMON AGRICULTURAL POLICY
Authors:   Uniwersytet Warszawski, Czechowski Paweł , Niewiadomski Adam ,   University of Warsaw
Published: February 2024

This article presents an issue related to the creation of artificial conditions in order to obtain financial assistance from the Common Agricultural Policy. The occurrence of artificial conditions has been assessed primarily in terms of the occurrence of the abuse of rights. In this respect, the most relevant judgments of the Court of Justice of the EU have been analysed. The legal possibilities of preventing artificial conditions and protecting the financial interests of the EU are also presented. Additionally, an assessment of the occurrence of artificial conditions in the context of the granting of state aid has been made.
FAIR COMPENSATION FOR THE EXPROPRIATION OF REAL ESTATE FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CENTRAL TRANSPORTATION HUB
Authors:   University of Warsaw, Karasińska Iga
Published: February 2024

The article delves into the matter of fair compensation rendered for the expropriation of private property in the context of the Central Transportation Hub (CPK). It discusses the legal framework for expropriation in Poland by taking up a comparative approach towards the institution as defined in the Constitution, the Property Management Act, as well as in the Central Transportation Hub Special Act. It also delves into the historical background of expropriation. Consequently, by providing the definition of fair compensation, statutory regulations concerning it, as well as judgments that are of paramount importance, it ponders on the current situation regarding compensation for landowners whose property will be affected by the Central Transportation Hub investment. The ultimate objective of this article is to present an array of legal possibilities and doubts concerning the guidelines and circumstances that will serve as the basis for determining compensation for private owners. The article advances several courses of action and suggestions to improve the compensation process. Those, in turn, could potentially be a way of assuring that landowners acquire fair and just compensation for their rights to the expropriated properties.
PROTECTION OF THIRD-PARTY INTERESTS IN PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING BUILDING STRUCTURE MAINTENANCE IN POLISH CONSTRUCTION LAW
Authors:   University of Białystok, Kosicki Artur
Published: February 2024

This publication addresses the issue of protection of the interests of third parties (neighbors) in proceedings concerning the maintenance and use of building structures under the Polish Construction Law. The outcome of such proceedings is of interest not only to the addressees of the decisions made, i.e. the owners or operators of building structures but also to third parties (neighbors) whose interests may be affected. Therefore, the paper presents an attempt to assess whether the interests of such persons are protected in proceedings concerning the use and maintenance of building structures and if so, what is the form of this protection, and what subjective and objective criteria determine the protection provided to third parties. In addition, the principles and legal provisions that make up this protection are presented, and as a result, it is determined whether they guarantee the implementation appropriate for the constitutional standards of a democratic law-abiding state.
WOMEN IN LAW FROM THE LAW & EMOTIONS PERSPECTIVE. CASE STUDY OF THE INFERTILITY TREATMENT ACT
Authors:   University of Silesia in Katowice, Drapalska-Grochowicz Marlena
Published: February 2024

The status of women in law (and not only theirs) is linked to social and cultural perceptions of women’s desirable behavior. Going against well-established patterns is not indifferent in both legal and social terms. One of the primary contexts of ‘femininity’ in the law is close relationships, in which women are viewed through the ‘role’ of a mother and wife. The purpose of this paper is to determine how the cultural script of romantic love and the emotions associated with it affect perceptions of women in close relationships, such as marriage and parenthood. It assumes that the emotions of participants in legal discourse – dogmatists and those involved in the law-making process – influence the final shape of legal regulations. The cultural script that influences how women are perceived in law is romantic love. To illustrate the issue, the case study of the Infertility Treatment Act is presented in this article. This case shows that from a legal perspective, a woman is seen in indivisible roles in a close relationship of a wife (partner) and mother.
ECOSCHEMES AS A NEW LEGAL INSTRUMENT OF THE COMMON AGRICULTURAL POLICY
Authors:   Uniwersytet Warszawski, Niewiadomska Agata
Published: February 2024

The article presents the issue of ecoschemes as a legal instrument of the Common Agricultural Policy. Its legal construction in European and Polish law is discussed. The effectiveness of the proposed solutions in legal and economic terms is assessed ex ante. At the same time, the article presents possibilities of changes in the Common Agricultural Policy in the scope of such ecoschemes as voluntary payments after 2027. The effectiveness of the proposed mechanism is also assessed in the context of the existing legal instruments, such as the greening policy, which does not achieve the objectives of the CAP. De lege ferenda postulates for selected ecoschemes are included.
CONFIRMATION OF INHERITANCE ACQUISITION IN THE PRACTICE OF POLISH COURTS – SELECTED ISSUES
Authors:   University of Silesia in Katowice, Stańko Marek
Published: February 2024

Amendment to the Civil Code rules on succession, introduced on 2 April 2009, extended the range of statutory heirs by more distant relatives than lineal parents and collateral siblings’ descendants, by including stepchildren within the range of statutory heirs. This article is an attempt of the author – academic lecturer and, at the same time, practising advocate – to reflect on the practical consequences of that legislative reform. In particular, the problem arose as to how the extension of the range of statutory heirs influences the efficiency and duration of court proceedings in matters for the confirmation of inheritance acquisition. The article presents the most crucial procedural problems, often following from inconsistent judicial practice, which lead to the protraction of court proceedings, both when we have to do with intestate and testamentary succession. Another question depicted is the causes of delivering two or more decisions confirming the acquisition of inheritance from the same deceased person and methods of eliminating such defective rulings from legal practice. The presented problems should provide a stimulus for necessary legislative amendments in this area.
LEGAL CHANGE AND THE ROLE OF THE SCHOLAR: SCRATCHING BENEATH THE SURFACE OF COMPARATIVE TAXONOMIES
Authors:   Middlesex University, School of Law, Vassileva Radosveta
Published: February 2024

Both the classical theory of legal families and its more modern articulations place East European jurisdictions in the same box because they give precedence to their common socialist experience. Not only do they serve as distorting mirrors propelling stereotypes, but also they close off promising avenues of comparative research because of the politically tainted pre-understanding(s) of legal systems which they impose. This article argues that legal change is frequently facilitated by small groups of individuals who are often scholars. By paying closer attention to their role and incentives as well as the networks to which they belonged, we may see traditional categories realign and gain a more in-depth understanding of the patterns of legal change – namely, the intricate ways in which law evolves – and uncover little-known but important relationships between legal systems which comparative taxonomies either ignore or fail to explain. The article illustrates its argument by zooming in on the role of three scholars – Lyuben Dikov, Filippo Vassalli, and Karl Llewellyn – who may hold the key to explaining interesting, but unexpected similarities between Bulgarian, Italian, and US law.
PREVENTING AND COMBATTING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN CZECHIA – A SUCCESS STORY?
Authors:   Charles University in Prague, Koldinská Kristina
Published: February 2024

Domestic violence and other forms of gender-based violence remain a serious problem of Czech society. In Czechia, there is no definition of violence against women or gender-based violence against women, nor ‘gender’ enshrined in law or established in judicial practice. Similarly, no legislation, nor jurisprudence, acknowledges gender-based violence as a form of discrimination or violation of the principle of equality. The paper focuses on gender-based violence in the Czech Republic. It aims at mapping the current situation, identifying weaknesses in legislation as well as in practice and proposing some effective steps for the future. This paper aims at providing a broader view on the state of affairs in the field of gender based violence in order to keep the debate on this very important but neglected topic, alive. This paper draws a conclusion that in Czechia, a structural change is needed. Not only solid and robust legislation aimed at better protection of victims of gender-based violence should be adopted but also a change of mindset in the legal practice and judiciary should occur. EU law with some proposed changes could help a lot to make the abovementioned changes possible.
GENDER THEORY AND GENDER IDEOLOGY. THE CZECH SITUATION
Authors:   Charles University in Prague, Ovečka Libor
Published: February 2024

The social role of a person, to a large extent imposed by the person’s sex, may change. The social role is given by a social construct called gender, while sex is given biologically. Gender theory or gender studies is a branch of science exploring sex and gender. Besides and in contrast to it, there is gender ideology, or better anti-gender ideology, standing in fierce opposition to every mention of gender. Gender theory uses rational arguments, anti-gender ideology usually does not. It may be portrayed by the example of the Istanbul Convention about violence against women and domestic violence. Its topic is not gender, but it uses the word gender from time to time as a useful instrument of gender theory. However, the Convention is presented by its opponents as an instrument for spreading gender ideology. The Catholic Church or their bishops in the Czech Republic are usually of the same opinion, they are also manipulated or are the manipulators themselves. This way their opinion does not correspond to the teaching of the Vatican documents and is misleading for many Czech Catholics. Nevertheless, the influence of the Catholic bishops is diminishing in many aspects, including the question of gender.