bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ciprofol: A Comprehensive Review of Its Pharmacological Profile, Clinical Efficacy, and Future Directions in Anesthetic Practice
Authors: Ismail Muhammad Faraaz
Published: February 2025

Background: Intravenous anesthetic agents are essential for the induction and maintenance of anesthesia, acting on the central nervous system (CNS) to induce unconsciousness, immobility, and amnesia. Propofol is widely used due to its rapid onset, short duration of action, and smooth recovery profile. However, its use can be associated with adverse effects, including injection site pain, dose-dependent hypotension, and respiratory depression. The need to address these limitations has driven the development of ciprofol (HSK3486), a novel intravenous anesthetic agent designed to retain propofol’s efficacy while improving its safety profile. Objectives: This review evaluates the pharmacological profile, clinical efficacy, safety, and tolerability of ciprofol and its potential advantages over propofol. It also highlights knowledge gaps and future research directions. Methods: A comprehensive review of peer-reviewed studies, clinical trials, and systematic reviews was performed to assess ciprofol’s pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and clinical performance in surgical and diagnostic settings. Results: Ciprofol exerts its anesthetic effects by modulating GABA_A receptors, enhancing inhibitory neurotransmission. Structural modifications, including the incorporation of a cyclopropyl group, increase its receptor binding affinity, contributing to reduced injection pain and improved hemodynamic stability. Clinical studies indicate that ciprofol provides effective sedation and anesthesia at lower doses, with fewer incidences of hypotension, bradycardia, and respiratory depression compared to propofol. It demonstrated consistent efficacy in elderly patients and those with hepatic or renal impairments, with minimal need for dose adjustments. Conclusion: Ciprofol represents a significant advancement in intravenous anesthetic agents, offering enhanced patient safety and comfort. Its reduced side effect profile and favorable pharmacokinetics support its use as an alternative to propofol, particularly in high-risk and critically ill patients. However, further research is needed to address long-term safety, evaluate its role in intensive care unit sedation, and explore potential neuroprotective effects.
Impact and Efficiency of Knowledge Management and Enterprise Social Networking Systems: A Data-Driven Analysis
Authors: JAMAL Ammar
Published: February 2025

This study examines the impact and effectiveness of knowledge management systems (KMS) and enterprise social networking systems (ESNS) within a professional services firm. As firms increasingly rely on digital tools for knowledge sharing and collaboration, understanding how these systems work across different employee groups is critical to optimizing organizational effectiveness and knowledge distribution.

The gap in the literature that makes this study important arises from the fact that, while previous studies have examined the general benefits of ESNS, their specific impact on knowledge-intensive multinational organizations has not been adequately explored. This study fills this gap by focusing on how KMS and ESNS are perceived by employees at different career levels and how these perceptions impact knowledge sharing within the organization.

The methodology used in this study covers a data-driven analysis via a structured online questionnaire collecting data from 66 employees of a multinational professional services company. The questionnaire included Likert scales, multiple-choice questions, and a numerical rating scale. Statistical analyses were performed using IBM SPSS to assess correlations, mean comparisons, and descriptive trends in the use of KMS and ESNS.

The findings show that satisfaction with KMS and ESNS varies significantly by tenure. MS Teams was considered the most functional system, while MS SharePoint was viewed as the most problematic. New employees had difficulty integrating knowledge, while long-term employees expressed dissatisfaction with the effectiveness and efficiency of the systems. These findings suggest that KMS improvements and tailored onboarding strategies could improve knowledge sharing within the organization across regions.
Rancang Bangun Aplikasi E-Agribusiness Untuk Meningkatkan Daya Saing Pertanian di Wilayah Desa Cileungsi Kecamatan Ciawi
Authors: Raihan Achmad , Aslamia Suwaybatul , Fauziah Nur , Brillian Naufal , Kusumawati Kiki
Published: February 2025

Pertanian di Desa Cileungsi, Kecamatan Ciawi, menghadapi tantangan seperti distribusi hasil panen yang tidak efisien, ketergantungan pada pedagang perantara, dan keterbatasan akses pasar. Penelitian ini bertujuan merancang dan membangun aplikasi e-agribisnis berbasis website untuk meningkatkan daya saing agribisnis lokal. Dengan menggunakan metode Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), penelitian ini mengembangkan aplikasi yang mencakup fitur manajemen produk, transaksi online, dan forum komunitas. Proses pengujian dilakukan menggunakan metode black box untuk menilai fungsionalitas sistem dan User Acceptance Testing (UAT) untuk mengukur kepuasan pengguna. Hasil pengujian menunjukkan aplikasi memiliki tingkat keberhasilan 94,12% dalam memenuhi kebutuhan fungsional, dengan rata-rata skor kepuasan pengguna sebesar 72,8%. Aplikasi ini dilengkapi fitur manajemen produk, transaksi online, dan forum komunitas, memberikan solusi komprehensif bagi petani dalam menghadapi kendala agribisnis. Dengan potensi penerapan yang luas, aplikasi ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan daya saing sektor agribisnis di Indonesia.
An Assessment of the Extent of Inter-Ethnic Cohesion Among the Border Communities of Kisumu and Nandi Counties, Kenya
Authors: Kida Jacob Keta , Simiyu Ruth
Published: February 2025

This study assesses the extent of inter-ethnic cohesion among the border communities of Kisumu and Nandi counties, Kenya. The border communities have been experiencing sporadic and recurring ethnic conflicts and tensions for many years. Since 2013-2023, several peace-building strategies have been initiated by several actors to enhance inter-ethnic cohesion among the border communities. Therefore, this study seeks to assess the extent of inter-ethnic cohesion. The theory of primordialism of ethnicity supports the study. The study adopted an explanatory design. The target population are the people who live and work within the Muhoroni and Tinderet Sub-counties. The study population comprised household heads, community leaders, state officers, and non-state actors. The sample size was 320 household heads, community heads, state actors, and non-state actors. The study employed purposive sampling technique to select four wards and eight villages from four wards and simple random to select households. The researcher used questionnaires and interview schedules to collect primary data. Secondary data was collected from journals, books, government and NGO reports, and theses. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) (V.30.1) was used to analyze quantitative data, which provided frequencies and percentages and was presented in tables and figures. Thematic and content analysis methods were used to analyze the qualitative data. Findings on the extent of inter-ethnic cohesion show that despite the high extent of harmony (79%) in the study area, there is a high extent of intolerance (80%) and a low level of trust (57%). The high extent of intolerance and low level of trust are caused by stock theft (34.4%), national politics (27%), boundary dispute (22%), nepotism (9.3%), and youth unemployment (7.3%). However, these communities still interact through intermarriages (85%), shared institutions (62%), and trade (60%). The study concludes that despite the high extent of harmony among the border communities, the extent of trust and tolerance is very low. However, the border communities still interact through social cultural activities, border markets and common schooling. The study recommends that to enhance the ethnic cohesion among the border communities, there is a need for more sociocultural integration in the area.
THE PSYCHO-PEDAGOGICAL ASPECTS OF TEACHING OF RHETORIC IN GRADES 8-9 OF A SECONDARY SCHOOL
Authors: IBRAGIMOV G. , MYNBAEVA A. , SAPARBAYEVA Q.
Published: February 2025

This research investigates the psycho-pedagogical aspects of teaching the art of rhetoric to adolescents in grades 8-9, focusing on students aged 13-16. Recognizing the unique developmental characteristics of this age group, the study aims to identify key criteria informed by psychological principles that can enhance instructional practices. Specifically, the research seeks to understand how factors such as the desire for independence, increased peer interactions, and the quest for identity influence the effectiveness of rhetoric education. By developing a comprehensive framework based on these characteristics, the study emphasizes the importance of adapting teaching methods to align with the cognitive and social needs of adolescents. To gather insights, a survey was administered to 54 students, equally divided between grades 8 and 9, using eight carefully crafted questions that reflect the identified criteria. The results will be analysed to determine the extent to which students’ responses align with the proposed socio-psychological characteristics. This analysis aims to shed light on the significance of rhetoric education in promoting critical thinking, self-expression, and interpersonal skills among adolescents. Ultimately, the findings are expected to inform the development of elective courses that not only foster rhetorical abilities but also support students’ overall personal and social growth, creating a more engaging and relevant educational experience.
COLONIALISMO DIGITAL: CONSIDERAÇÕES SOBRE UMA DEPENDÊNCIA CONTEMPORÂNEA
Authors: Caldeira Mariana Campos , Mateo Ramon Andreazza Clemente
Published: February 2025

O presente artigo busca analisar o colonialismo digital como uma nova forma de imperialismo que utiliza países do Sul Global em suas práticas por meio de novas tecnologias, se apossando não só da mão de obra disponível e dos recursos minerais; mas também de dados pessoais em busca da criação de valor. Dentro do desenvolvimento da acumulação primitiva de dados e do fenômeno da mercantilização digital, tais empresas inviabilizam o desenvolvimento de tecnologias próprias através de métodos que barram qualquer concorrência. Analizando o caso das limitações impostas pelo Google no armazenamento do “Google Workspace for Education” nas Universidades brasileiras a partir de 2021, tentaremos elucidar a dependência nacional de plataformas globais de tecnologia mesmo em ambientes em que se busca o desenvolvimento de novas práticas e possibilidades. A contribuição de Deivison Faustino e Walter Lippold na obra “Colonialismo digital – Por uma crítica hacker-fanoniana” dará o tom para elucidar as novas relações coloniais e fundamentar a necessidade de um desenvolvimento tecnológico aliado a práxis revolucionária para o acender de um pensamento crítico e uma nova e efetiva independência.
MÍDIAS DIGITAIS E O PROCESSO DE ENSINO E APRENDIZAGEM
Authors: Rodrigues Andriel dos Santos , Coutinho Diógenes José Gusmão
Published: February 2025

Este estudo tem como objetivo explicitar a importância da inserção das mídias digitais no contexto educacional; descrever a finalidade da sua utilização para o ensino; citar os tipos de mídias digitais utilizadas; analisar os relevantes resultados positivos no processo de ensino e aprendizagem. Tendo como tema Mídias Digitais e sua Aplicação no Processo de Ensino e Aprendizagem, o presente estudo centra-se em uma metodologia de pesquisa exploratória, qualitativa, sustentada através da pesquisa bibliográfica para fundamentação e análise crítica do tema, baseada em textos impressos e eletrônicos. Existe grande necessidade de promover discussões acerca do tema, pois os recursos que vislumbram essa geração tecnológica, requer a utilização de instrumentos que facilitem estratégias educacionais eficazes, tais como as mídias digitais. Visto essa análise ser relevante para a Educação, possibilita o desenvolvimento técnico e cognitivo do estudante necessários para o estímulo da aprendizagem permanente. Portanto, é imprescindível ao professor a utilização de práticas metodológicas significantes, pois estruturam, organizam e são excelentes estratégias para planejar disciplinas, tendo os avanços tecnológicos incorporados ao meio educacional.
Fluorescence properties of long-range-transported smoke: insights from five-channel lidar observations over Moscow during the 2023 wildfire season
Authors: Veselovskii Igor , Korenskiy Mikhail , Kasianik Nikita , Barchunov Boris , Hu Qiaoyun , Goloub Philippe , Podvin Thierry
Published: February 2025

Abstract. The fluorescence lidar at the Prokhorov General Physics Institute (Moscow) was utilized to study smoke transported over the Atlantic during the wildfire season from May to September 2023. The lidar system, which is based on a tripled Nd : YAG laser, performs fluorescence measurements across five spectral intervals centered at wavelengths of 438, 472, 513, 560 and 614 nm. This configuration enables the assessment of the spectral dependence of fluorescence backscattering over a broad range of altitudes, from the planetary boundary layer (PBL) to the middle and upper troposphere (MUT). The fluorescence capacity of smoke, defined as the ratio of fluorescence backscattering to aerosol backscattering at the laser wavelength, exhibits significant variation in the MUT, with changes of up to a factor of 3. This variation is likely indicative of differences in the relative concentration of organic compounds within the smoke. Analysis of more than 40 smoke episodes has enabled an evaluation of the height dependence of smoke fluorescence properties. Observations reveal that the fluorescence capacity generally increases with altitude, suggesting a higher concentration of organic compounds in the MUT compared to the lower troposphere. Additionally, the measurements consistently show differences in the fluorescence spectra of smoke and urban aerosol. Urban aerosol fluorescence tends to decrease gradually with wavelength, whereas the peak of smoke fluorescence is observed in the 513 and 560 nm channels. This spectral distinction provides an effective means of separating smoke from urban aerosol. The technique was applied the analysis of events where smoke from the upper troposphere descended into the PBL, demonstrating its utility in distinguishing between these aerosol types.
Influencing factors analysis and prediction of near-surface ozone in Henan Province from 2015 to 2022
Authors: Bao Haoming , Shang Jiandong , Li Jinzhu , Wu Gang , Wei Haitao , Wang Lingling , Wang Nan , Shi Jingye , Zhou Wenge , Chen Feng , Guo Jiahui , Wang Jinyang , Zhang Dujuan , Guo Hengliang
Published: February 2025

Abstract. This study analyzed factors influencing near-surface ozone (O3) in Henan Province from 2015 to 2022 using real-time pollutant data from the China National Environmental Monitoring Centre and daily meteorological data from the Henan Provincial Ecological Environment Monitoring and Safety Center. Regression and machine learning models (including multiple linear regression (MLR), support vector machine (SVM), random forest (RF), ridge regression (RR), BP neural network, and extreme gradient boosting (XGBoost)) were used to predict O3 concentrations. The results showed that among the major pollutants (CO, NO2, SO2, PM2.5, and PM10), there was a consistent negative correlation with O3. Notably, NO2 had the strongest negative correlation (r = -0.825), while PM10 showed the weakest (r = -0.687). From the perspective of meteorological factors, temperature showed a strong positive correlation with O3, while wind speed, relative humidity, and precipitation showed weak negative correlations, influencing regional variations in O3 concentrations. Among the six prediction models constructed to predict O3 concentrations, the most accurate model for predicting concentrations for the next day was the extreme gradient boosting (XGBoost) model (R2 = 0.883). For the next 3 days, the random forest (RF) model demonstrated the highest accuracy (R2 = 0.704). Similarly, the random forest model (RF) also exhibited the highest accuracy for predicting the next 7 days (R2 = 0.651). In summary, over the past 7 years, there has been a strong correlation observed between O3 concentration and other major pollutants, as well as meteorological factors in Henan Province. Therefore, it is essential to implement targeted measures for O3 pollution prevention and control based on specific weather conditions.
Updated monthly and new daily bias correction for assimilation-based passive microwave SWE retrieval
Authors: Venäläinen Pinja , Mortimer Colleen , Luojus Kari , Mudryk Lawrence , Takala Matias , Pulliainen Jouni
Published: February 2025

Abstract. Snow water equivalent (SWE) is a valuable characteristic of snow cover, and it can be estimated using passive spaceborne radiometer measurements. The radiometer-based GlobSnow SWE retrieval methodology, which assimilates weather station snow depth observations with passive microwave brightness temperatures, has improved the reliability and accuracy of SWE retrieval when compared to stand-alone radiometer PMW methods. However, even this assimilation-based method fails to estimate large (> 150 mm) SWE values as snow changes from a scatterer to an emitter. Correcting for these systematic biases can improve PMW-based SWE estimates, especially for high SWE magnitudes. Previously, a monthly bias correction using snow course observations was applied to the GlobSnow v3 product for February – May. This method reduced the spread in March SWE estimated from four gridded products (GlobSnow v3.0, MERRA2, Crocus and Brown snow models forced by ERA-Interim). In this research, we use newly available snow course data to update this bias correction and expand it to cover the months of December through May; we also extend the monthly bias correction to a daily bias correction. The new monthly and daily bias corrections are applied to an updated version of the GlobSnow product – Snow CCI v3.1 product. The Northern Hemisphere climatological snow mass from the Snow CCI v3.1 bias corrected products (daily and monthly) is consistent with that from a suite of reanalysis products. This represents a significant improvement for the months of April and May compared to the original GSv3.0 bias corrected product, as is the provision of daily bias corrected SWE estimates.
Historical snow measurements in the central and southern Apennine Mountains: climatology, variability, and trend
Authors: Capozzi Vincenzo , Serrapica Francesco , Rocco Armando , Annella Clizia , Budillon Giorgio
Published: February 2025

Abstract. This work presents an analysis of historical snow precipitation data collected in the period 1951–2001 in central and southern Apennines (Italy), an area scarcely investigated so far. To pursue this aim, we used the monthly observations of the snow cover duration, number of days with snowfall and total height of new snow collected at 129 stations located between 288 and 1750 m above sea level. Such data have been manually digitised from the Hydrological Yearbooks of the Italian National Hydrological and Mareographic Service. The available dataset has been primarily analysed to build a reference climatology (related to the 1971–2000 period) for the considered Apennine region. More specifically, using a methodology based on principal component analysis and k-means clustering, we have identified different modes of spatial variability, mainly depending on the elevation, which reflect different climatic zones. Subsequently, focusing on the number of days with snowfall and snow cover duration on the ground, we have carried out a linear trend analysis, employing the Theil–Sen estimator and the Mann–Kendall test. An overall negative tendency has been found for both variables. For clusters including only stations above 1000 m above the sea level, a significant (at 90 % or 95 % confidence levels) decreasing trend has been found in the winter season (i.e. from December to February), with −3.2 [−6.0 to 0.0] d per 10 years for snow cover duration and −1.6 [−2.5 to −0.6] d per 10 years for number of days with snowfall. Moreover, in all considered seasons, a clear and direct relationship between the trend magnitude and elevation has emerged. In addition, using a cross-wavelet analysis, we found a close in-phase linkage on a decadal timescale between the investigated snow indicators and the Eastern Mediterranean teleconnection Pattern. For both snow cover duration and number of days with snowfall, such connection appears to be more relevant in the full (i.e. from November to April) and in the late (i.e. from February to April) seasons.
Dimensiones de empleabilidad: una mirada de análisis bibliométrico
Authors: Velásquez Orozco Juan Miguel , Zúñiga Collazos Alexander
Published: February 2025

Durante los últimos años, la empleabilidad ha proyectado una considerable transformación producto de cambios, los cuales han incidido en el mercado laboral; por consiguiente, este estudio propuso un análisis bibliométrico sobre la literatura existente sobre la empleabilidad. La revisión de literatura en Scopus reveló 13,567 publicaciones entre 1997 y 2023 en áreas de negocios, gestión y contabilidad, de las cuales 2,996 fueron relevantes. Al enfocar el análisis en “dimensiones de empleabilidad”, identifico 174 estudios, aplicando VOSviewer 1.16.18. Como resultado del análisis de contenido, los estudios sobre las dimensiones de empleabilidad mencionan la existencia de cinco dimensiones: experiencia ocupacional, anticipación y optimización, flexibilidad personal, sentido corporativo y equilibrio. Además, este estudio identificó una sexta y séptima dimensión explicativa: el manejo de segunda lengua y las competencias digitales. Como conclusión, se evidenció el creciente interés en las “dimensiones de empleabilidad” como un campo relevante dentro del ámbito laboral global, así como países, afiliaciones, autores, palabras clave y clústeres relevantes para el análisis de literatura existente sobre la empleabilidad y contribuir a futuros estudios empíricos en este campo.
Pobreza y PyMEs del sector informal en México
Authors: Ramos-Soto Ana Luz , Ríos Castillo Maricela , Castillo Leal Maricela , Sepúlveda Aguirre Jovany
Published: February 2025

Este estudio examina la correlación entre pobreza e informalidad en México de 2016 a 2023, partiendo de la hipótesis de que una economía que no genera empleo formal agrava ambos problemas. Utilizando anuarios del INEGI y CONEVAL, se realizaron análisis de correlación de Pearson y ANOVA con SPSS para examinar el vínculo entre estas variables, pobreza e informalidad, y ofrecer datos empíricos que orienten políticas públicas. La metodología incluyó la recolección de datos secundarios, análisis descriptivos, pruebas de hipótesis y modelos de regresión. Se encontró una correlación positiva significativa (r = 0.896), lo que sugiere que la informalidad puede ser un fuerte predictor de pobreza. La teoría de Rosenbluth fundamenta el marco teórico, conectando políticas estatales con el mercado laboral y los niveles de pobreza. Los resultados evidencian la permanencia de la pobreza en la población productiva y el crecimiento del sector informal, subrayando la importancia de políticas que promuevan la formalización del empleo y reduzcan la pobreza para un desarrollo económico más inclusivo.
Optimización de recursos y sostenibilidad de emprendimientos rurales en Ecuador
Authors: Vicuña Matute William Giovanni , Luna Idrovo Sebastián Antonio , Calle Córdova María José , Galarza Arteaga Joffre Israel
Published: February 2025

Este trabajo busca comprender la relación entre la optimización de recursos y la sostenibilidad en los emprendimientos ubicados en el sector marginal y rural del Cantón La Troncal del Ecuador. Se desarrolló una investigación exploratoria y descriptiva, con enfoque mixto. Los resultados obtenidos muestran: 1) Correlación significativa entre la optimización de recursos y la sostenibilidad de los emprendimientos en el Cantón, lo que indica la importancia de maximizar el uso eficiente de los recursos disponibles para mejorar la sostenibilidad de los negocios; 2) La materia prima se identifica como el recurso esencial, seguido de la tecnología. Se concluye en la necesidad de fortalecer la gestión empresarial, especialmente en áreas como la planificación de la cadena de suministro y la adopción de tecnología innovadora.
Innovación en servicios en Colombia: efectos y respuestas ante la crisis de la Covid-19
Authors: Londoño-Pineda Abraham Allec , Cano Jose Alejandro
Published: February 2025

La crisis de la Covid-19 ha afectado significativamente al sector servicios en Colombia, impactando ingresos, liquidez y modelos de negocio. Este artículo tiene como objetivo analizar efectos, respuestas y oportunidades de innovación en tres subsectores: cooperativas financieras, juegos de azar y tiendas minoristas de mascotas. El estudio emplea una metodología de casos múltiples, utilizando un muestreo por conveniencia de empresas de diferentes subsectores en Colombia. Se aplicaron entrevistas semiestructuradas y los datos fueron procesados con Atlas TI para analizar los efectos, respuestas y oportunidades de innovación durante la crisis de la Covid-19. Las respuestas ante la crisis se centran en facilitar procesos a clientes, ofrecer servicios a domicilio y digitales, y solicitar asistencia gubernamental. El estudio revela que, aunque la crisis de la Covid-19 generó serios desafíos financieros en los subsectores de servicios en Colombia, también impulsó una rápida adopción de innovaciones digitales y transformación organizativa en el sector de servicios, abriendo una oportunidad significativa para la implementación de tecnologías de la industria 4.0.
Suture: Women’s stories voiced through memoir and poetry
Authors: Carson Anne M. , Williams Kimberly K. , Costi Angela
Published: February 2025

This article emerged from a collaborative presentation at the 2023 AAWP conference in Canberra, “We Need to Talk …”, where we combined poetry and prose in a presentation titled “We need to talk about how poetry offers restitution of women’s historical voices”. Connections were forged between our research areas – Carson’s poetic biography of George Sand, Costi’s Cypriot women embroiderers, and Williams’ US pioneering women. We wove our voices around these different women’s stories, finding commonality and difference, and experimented with stitching together their three distinct poetic voices and research areas. Although this involved three disparate countries (France, Cyprus and USA) and disparate foci (novelist, embroiderers and pioneering women), there were common threads such as social activism. A female diplomat emerged as a fitting voice to carry this experiment; she would be posted to different countries long enough for cultural immersion, and for engagement in particular poetic projects. We named her Aka, after the first letter of our first names, as well as a pseudonym capturing the meaning of “also known as”, referring to how women working at the fringes often use aliases.
Strange dreams and unforgiving landscapes: Australian Gothic and the prose poem
Authors: Hetherington Paul , Atherton Cassandra , Miller Alyson
Published: February 2025

The Australian Gothic is rooted in loss, alienation and angst, concerned with boundaries, transgression and the horror of the “unseen, or the half-seen – the repressed matter that threatens to return” (Doolan, 2019). As a genre which turns on “the perceived hostility of the natural environment, the violence of colonisation … and fears of the racial Other” (Doolan, 2019), it is also embedded in complex ideas about the uncanny, the haunting of borderlines and margins; liminal spaces in which conceptions of belonging, dispossession, and the body interact in uneasy ways; and abjection. While there is significant scholarship on the Australian (colonial) Gothic in relation to cinema and fiction, its connection to poetry is relatively neglected. In this paper we consider the broader implications of prose poems by Samuel Wagan Watson, Thomas Shapcott, Ania Walwicz and Meredith Wattison, as well as prose poems of our own, focusing on how the Australian Gothic may be understood as a form of neo-Gothic, and how the Australian neo-Gothic prose poem possesses an uncanny ability to subvert traditional colonial notions. In doing so, we argue that the Australian neo-Gothic prose poem, partly due to its hybrid form, is well suited to recognising that tragic colonial histories are simultaneously past and present in a postcolonial world – a form of haunting in which violent encounters may not be safely relegated to the past or contained within static visions of time and place.
Exploring the writer’s relationship with the more-than-human by traversing Mabi Forest: Towards an integrated perspective in middle-grade eco-narratives
Authors: Kwintowski Ola
Published: February 2025

The relationship between a writer and the more-than-human influences the writing of eco-narratives. Many middle-grade eco-fiction novels take an egocentric view, positioning humans at the narrative centre while relegating the more-than-human as either a backdrop or a cornucopia at humanity’s disposal. This paper explores how a sense of place fosters an ecocentric perspective by integrating empathetic mimesis and emotional qualia into the narrative fabric. The choice of middle-grade literature is deliberate, as this developmental stage is pivotal for shaping children’s evolving sense of self and their relationship with the world. Field research conducted in the critically endangered Mabi Forest in North Queensland’s Atherton Tablelands employed an iterative approach of research-led and practice-led research to enrich understanding of the region and forge a connection with place. Through immersive activities including photography, hiking and community engagement with a local revegetation group, this paper elucidates how such experiences inform a writer’s sense of place, subsequently shaping the portrayal of interconnectedness between the human and more-than-human within their written works. Writers that form an emotional connection with the more-than-human imbue the narrative with themes that encourage readers to adopt a more ethical stance and instil a sense of responsibility towards the care and preservation of our shared environment.
Liminal
Authors: Hecq Dominique
Published: February 2025

An autofiction, “Liminal” explores the porousness of limitrophy, gesturing towards the more than human world with specific reference to dogs in relation to language, instinct, genre, gender. It brings forward an unstable persona who treads landscapes real and imaginary at the edge of memoir, criticism and dream with irreverence and ironic scrutiny. It is part of “Unleashed: My Life as a Dog”, a work in progress dedicated to Artaud, an Australian Kelpie the author allegedly “rescued”.
The part removed
Authors: Davis Oscar
Published: February 2025

“The Part Removed” retells a personal family anecdote. Both in form and content, it explores the tension between the parts of the anecdote shared for enjoyment and the parts intentionally left out. Often told at family gatherings, the first half of the anecdote is a story of a seven-year-old boy refusing to go home, having a tantrum and shouting out “You bitch! You bitch!” to his uncle. The part of the story not told is what happens after, where the boy’s distress leads to unexpected threats of violence to his body and soul. “The Part Removed” follows three voices involved in the anecdote: the uncle retelling the story, the “you” who internally replies, and the parts crossed out that are meant to be unspoken. All the while, childhood pain and the possibility of self- mutilation haunt the short story, as it does every time the comedic family anecdote is shared.
Con ell arco de la ffe: una lectura espiritual de la divisa de las flechas de Isabel la Católica
Authors: Narbona Cárceles María
Published: February 2025

En este artículo se ofrece una hipótesis sobre de la interpretación de la divisa de las flechas de Isabel I de Castilla, a partir de una lectura espiritual del emblema. Se parte de la concepción mesiánica que los Reyes Católicos tuvieron de su misión como gobernantes desde muy pronto, así como de la idea de cruzada contra el infiel. El estudio se lleva a cabo sobre la base de diversas las fuentes que habrían inspirado la creación de la divisa: el capítulo 49 del libro de Isaías y el Salmo 45 y los comentarios realizados a propósito por algunos Padres de la Iglesia y algunos autores medievales, así como la Leyenda de Santa Úrsula y las once mil vírgenes, a partir de la Legenda aurea de Jacobo de la Vorágine y su versión en castellano, el Flos sanctorum. El estudio tiene en cuenta, además, complejidad de las circunstancias en las que se realizó la divisa del haz de flechas isabelino, entre 1469 y 1473.
الأنشطة الرياضية وعلاقتها بتحسين جودة الحياة لدى الفتيات (دراسة ميدانية على عينة من الفتيات في الدور الاجتماعية بالمنطقة الشرقية)
Authors:   ماجستير علم الاجتماع، جامعة الملك فيصل، الأحساء، المملكة العربية السعودية, ناصر نجاة , حسن أماني ,   أستاذ علم الاجتماع المشارك بكلية الآداب، جامعة الملك فيصل، الأحساء، المملكة العربية السعودية
Published: February 2025

تأتي هذه الدراسة البحثية بهدف التعرف على علاقة الأنشطة الرياضيّة بتحسين جودة الحياة لدى الفتيات، وذلك من خلال دراسة ميدانية على عيّنة من الفتيات في الدور الاجتماعيّة بالمنطقة الشرقيّة. ولتحقيق أهداف الدراسة تم استخدام منهج المسح الاجتماعي في إعداد الدراسة، بالإضافة إلى استخدام الاستبانة كأداة لجمع البيانات من عيّنة الدراسة، وقد طُبّقت هذه الدراسة على عيّنة مكونة من (70) فتاة. ومن خلال تحليل البيانات تم التوصل لعدد من النتائج، أهمها: لقد تبين أن نادرًا ما تمارس فتيات الدور الاجتماعيّة الأنشطة الرياضيّة، بوزن نسبي بلغ (68.0%). وجود مستوى توافر مرتفع لمعايير جودة الحياة (الرضا، المشاركة، الانتماء، التفاعل، الانضباط، تحمل المسؤولية، الاستمتاع والترفيه) لدى الفتيات المقيمات في دور الرعاية الاجتماعيّة في المنطقة الشرقيّة. الانضباط يعد أكثر محاور جودة الحياة تأثرًا بممارسة الأنشطة الرياضيّة. توجد علاقة ذات دلالة إحصائية عند مستوى (α ≤0.05) بين واقع ممارسة فتيات الدور الاجتماعيّة بالمنطقة الشرقيّة للأنشطة الرياضيّة ومستوى جودة الحياة لدى الفتيات. وفي ضوء هذه النتائج، قدّمت الباحثة عدة توصيات، أبرزها: طرح الدور الاجتماعية لفرص تطوعية من خلال المنصة الوطنية للعمل التطوعية التابعة لوزارة الموارد البشرية والتنمية الاجتماعية تستهدف مدربات متخصصات في المجال الرياضي لتدريب الفتيات على ممارسة الأنشطة الرياضيّة بطريقة صحيحة بمعدل 4 فرص سنوياً. عقد الدور الاجتماعية لشراكات مجتمعية مع رجال الأعمال بشكل سنوي لتقديم دعم مادي بهدف شراء الأدوات الرياضيّة المناسبة داخل الدور بما يشجع الفتيات على ممارسة الأنشطة الرياضيّة.
REKAYASA LEAK TEST MACHINE BERBASIS PLC (PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLER)
Authors: Pambudi Slamet , Lestari Tri Rahayu Kuwat , Prasetyo Agung
Published: February 2025

Leak Test Machine adalah suatu alat yang berfungsi untuk mengetahui tingkat kebocoran dengan memberikan tekanan udara tertentu pada bahan yang diuji. Alat ini didesain untuk pengujian kemasan botol plastik. Tujuan dari penelitian ini merancang Leak Test Machine otomatis untuk mengetahui kebocoran pada botol. Selanjutnya dilakukan pengujian tekanan udara dengan memvariasikan waktu dan diameter lubang, sehingga didapatkan parameter waktu dan diameter lubang yang tepat pada tekanan udara yang optimal. Urutan kerja dari Leak Test Machine ini menggunakan PLC dan sistem penggerak konveyor menggunakan motor induksi 3 phase. Pengaturan kecepatan konveyor menggunakan inverter, sedangkan untuk pengaturan tekanan udara menggunakan Pressure Vacuum Controller. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pada diameter lubang 2 mm diperoleh data rata-rata tekanan udara pada botol 185,2 kPa selama 3 detik, 155 kPa selama 5 detik, dan 135 kPa selama 7 detik. Diameter lubang 4 mm diperoleh data rata-rata tekanan udara pada botol 170,8 kPa selama 3 detik, 139,4 kPa selama 5 detik, dan 121,2 kPa selama 7 detik. Diameter lubang 6 mm diperoleh data rata-rata tekanan udara pada botol 153,4 kPa selama 3 detik, 123,6 kPa selama 5 detik, dan 113,4 kPa selama 7 detik. Semakin besar kebocoran pada botol uji, maka diperoleh tekanan udara pada botol uji mengecil. Semakin lama waktu pengujian kebocoran pada botol uji maka tekanan mengecil.
IMPLEMENTASI SISTEM PENJUALAN ONLINE BERBASIS WEBSITE PADA UMKM KERIPIK TEMPE IDOLA PATI
Authors: Kholilulloh Nanang Achnas , Supriyati Endang , Listyorini Tri
Published: February 2025

TI (Teknologi Informasi) telah mempermudah berbagai bidang pekerjaan. TI dapat meningkatkan laba dan pemasaran produk, khususnya dalam sektor perdagangan dan ekonomi. UMKM Keripik Tempe Idola Pati yang bergerak dalam bidang produksi makanan dengan produk unggulannya yaitu keripik tempe, saat ini masih menggunakan sistem penjualan konvensional. Pemilik usaha memasarkan produknya dengan cara menjualnya di toko-toko terdekat. Hal ini menyebabkan produk tidak tersampaikan langsung kepada konsumen dan hanya mencakup wilayah pemasaran yang kecil. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memudahkan UMKM Keripik Tempe Idola Pati dalam melakukan pemasaran dan transaksi yang lebih efektif. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dan metode pengembangan sistem waterfall. Hasil penelitian ini yaitu Sistem Penjualan Online Berbasis Website pada UMKM Keripik Tempe Idola Pati. Pengujian pada sistem dilakukan menggunakan metode blackbox dan hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa seluruh fitur berjalan dengan baik. Berdasarkan hasil tersebut maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa Sistem Penjualan Online Berbasis Website pada UMKM Keripik Tempe Idola Pati telah berjalan dengan baik sehingga diharapkan dapat membantu pemilik usaha dalam mengembangkan bisnisnya.
PENGARUH KECEPATAN PUTAR TERHADAP KEKERASAN DAN STRUKTUR MIKRO HASIL PENGECORAN SENTRIFUGAL VERTIKAL PADUAN ALUMINIUM DENGAN PENAMBAHAN 3% TEMBAGA
Authors: Pangestu Ilham , Wijoyo Wijoyo
Published: February 2025

Pengecoran sentrifugal merupakan pengecoran yang memanfaatkan putaran untuk memutar cetakan sehingga logam cair dapat mengisi cetakan. Unsur dengan massa jenis yang lebih tinggi akan terdorong ke sisi luar cetakan sedangkan massa jenis yang lebih rendah akan terdorong ke sisi dalam cetakan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kecepatan putaran terhadap sifat mekanik dan struktur mikro paduan Al-Si hasil remelting piston bekas yang ditambahkan dengan 3% tembaga. Proses pengecoran sumbu vertikal dilakukan dengan variasi kecepatan putaran 800, 1000, dan 1200 rpm, temperatur penuangan 800 ?C dan suhu pre-heat cetakan 450 ?C. Pengujian yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini antara lain pengamatan struktur mikro dan kekerasan brinell. Hasil pengamatan struktur mikro menunjukkan nilai kekerasan tertinggi ada pada zona bagian 3 variasi kecepatan 1200 rpm yang nilainya sebesar 98,01 BHN, nilai kekerasan lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan zona bagian 1 variasi kecepatan 800 rpm yang nilainya 71,30 BHN. Hasil struktur mikro pada zona bagian 3 ukurannya kecil dan rapat, sedangkan pada zona bagian 1 ukuran butir cenderung besar dan renggang. Hasil uji komposisi kimia kandungan tembaga pada hasil pengecoran mengalami peningkatan yang sebelumnya 1,183% menjadi 3,741%.
PERANCANGAN APLIKASI MONITORING SERVIS PRINTER PADA FB PRINTER BERBASIS WEBSITE
Authors: Barreta Ellank , Listyorini Tri , Supriyati Endang
Published: February 2025

FB Printer adalah layanan servis printer yang mengalami berbagai masalah dalam sistem monitoring dan pencatatan yang masih manual. Masalah ini sering kali menyebabkan kehilangan atau kerusakan data serta kesulitan dalam proses pencatatan, yang pada akhirnya mengurangi efisiensi dan kepuasan pelanggan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan sistem monitoring berbasis web yang mampu memantau perbaikan printer secara real-time, meningkatkan efisiensi pencatatan data, dan meningkatkan kepuasan pelanggan dengan menyediakan notifikasi melalui WhatsApp dan email. Sistem ini dirancang menggunakan metode waterfall untuk memberikan pencatatan data yang lebih efisien dan akurat, serta memungkinkan pelanggan dengan mudah melihat status perbaikan printer. Selain itu, pelanggan juga akan menerima laporan pembayaran melalui midtrans, yang mempermudah proses pembayaran. Sistem ini juga menawarkan diskon sebesar 10% setelah pelanggan melakukan 10 kali servis, sebagai bentuk apresiasi terhadap loyalitas pelanggan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem ini tidak hanya mampu menyediakan pencatatan data perbaikan yang efisien tetapi juga meningkatkan aksesibilitas dan kepuasan pelanggan secara keseluruhan. Diharapkan sistem ini dapat memberikan kemudahan, efisiensi, dan aksesibilitas yang penting bagi kelancaran operasional layanan servis printer di FB Printer, sehingga menciptakan pengalaman yang lebih baik bagi pelanggan dan meningkatkan produktivitas perusahaan.
APPLICATION OF ORTHOGONAL ARRAY L9 TO IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY OF DIESEL DRIVE MACHINE R 175
Authors: Prihatin Joko Yunianto , Kasih Tota Pirdo
Published: February 2025

Mesin penggerak diesel R 175 merupakan engine yang cukup tangguh digunakan sebagai penggerak pada kebanyakan alat pertanian dan perkebunan juga perikanan hingga generator listrik. Contoh penerapannya di UMKM wilayah Kabupaten Sukoharjo Provinsi Jawa Tengah adalah pada pengolahan pengaduk dan pencetak tanah liat di ukm genteng. Permasalahan utama dewasa ini adalah bahwa penggunaan mesin diesel R 175 dikenal tidak tahan lama atau tidak awet, bahkan ada yang menyebutkan berasap hitam dan susah distarter (penyalaan awal engkol), dan rpm tidak stabil. Penyebab utamanya adalah kualitas sistem pengabutan bahan bakar pada injektor yang tidak sempurna, bahkan terkadang menetes atau tersumbat hanya menghasilkan diameter kabut 40 mm, dan menggunakan bahan bakar biosolar. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui nilai peningkatan pembentukan kabut melalui optimasi Taguchi orthogonal array L9. Metode penelitian ini adalah eksperimen dengan menerapkan 4 faktor dan 3 level pada respon pembentukan diameter kabut. Data diameter kabut injektor tersebut dilakukan analisa statistik Signal to Noise Ratio Larger The Better (SNR LTB) dan nilai efek tiap faktor. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa nilai peningkatan pembentukan kabut mesin penggerak R 175 yang dicapai adalah 27,84 mm atau meningkat 68,74% dari kondisi awal 40,5 mm menjadi 68,34 mm. Komposisi level faktor yang menghasilkan diameter hasil pengkabutan yang optimal adalah pada nomor pengujian ke 3 A1B3C3D3, yaitu nilai viskositas bbm menggunakan dexlite, jarak tuas pengungkit pompa 20 cm, waktu pemompaan 15 kali/30detik, setelan nozzle +3 putaran.
DIGITALISASI BATIK KUDUS DALAM PELESTARIAN BUDAYA DAERAH
Authors: Saputra Dwi Erwin , Supriyati Endang , Listyorini Tri
Published: February 2025

Batik merupakan salah satu seni budaya di Indonesia yang sangat beragam, banyaknya motif dan corak di setiap daerah menjadikan budaya ini memilki ciri khasnya tersendiri. Di Kudus memiliki motif dan corak barik khasnya yang menggambarkan budaya daerah dan serapan dari cerita dan budaya sekitar, serta dipengaruhi oleh batik pesisiran. Motif yang dibuat mempunyai arti ataupun kegunaan masing-masing. Batik Kudus sendiri pernah tergusur oleh industri kretek selama 20 tahun, dan hal itu menjadikan Kota Kudus lebih dikenal sebagai kota industri kretek setelah eksistensi batik Kudus mulai tergusur, bahkan banyak orang yang tak yakin bahwa Kudus memiliki tradisi batik. Hanya generasi tua dan pecinta batik yang mengetahui sejarah batik Kudus. Selama ini informasi tentang Batik Kudus masih sedikit dan hanya menjelaskan secara sekilas dan beberapa informasi masih manual serta perlunya buku literatur yang cukup untuk menggali beberapa informasi mengenai batik Kudus. Maka dibuatlah suatu sistem informasi batik Kudus berbasis web yang dibangun untuk menyajikan informasi dan pengalaman yang baru yaitu virtual tour dalam menemukan informasi mengenai batik yang ada di Kudus. Aplikasi ini diuji dengan menggunakan metode black box testing untuk memastikan setiap fungsi berjalan sesuai kebutuhan. Dengan dibangunnya sistem ini, maka dapat membantu masyarakat dalam mencari informasi mengenai batik Kudus.
TAHANAN ISOLASI UJI TEGANGAN KERING FCO 24KV/100A PT. POWERINDO PRIMA PERKASA
Authors: Dewa Riga Saputra , Desmira Desmira
Published: February 2025

Jaringan distribusi merupakan jalur pembagi energi listrik yang umum di pakai terutama di Indonesia. Dengan zaman yang terus berkembang maka pasokan listrik semakin meningkat, maka perlu adanya pembangunan jaringan distribusi baru untuk menunjang banyaknya konsumen, kemudian dalam pembuatan jaringan distribusi tentu aspek pengaman dalam pembangunan perlu diperhatikan seperti tahanan isolasi dari material yang dipakai, banyak sekali alat yang dibuat untuk menunjang bagian proteksi jaringan distribusi dan salah satunya adalah FCO (Fuse Cut Out). Dengan pengujian secara langsung dari beberapa sampel, terdata nilai resistansi dari FCO dan dengan standar PUIL hasil dari pengujian tersebut dibandingkan untuk mengetahui tingkat kelayakannya, lalu terbukti dari nilai minimum sampel yaitu 259 G?, dan data tersebut 897 kali lebih layak dari yang seharusnya standarisasi PUIL yaitu 0,288 G?.
Existence and multiplicity of solutions for an elliptic system with nonlinear boundary
Authors: Tamrabet Sameh , Djellit Ali , Abdelmalek Brahim
Published: February 2025

In this paper, we establish some results on the existence of multiple nontrivial solutions for a class of p(x)Laplacian elliptic systems. Our approach relies on the variable exponent theory of generalized Lebesgue–Sobolev spaces, combined with adequate variational methods and a variant of the Mountain Pass lemma.
Parseval frames of some Hilbert spaces of entire vector valued functions via Naimark dilation
Authors: Al-Sadi Saud
Published: February 2025

In this paper, we establish a matrix representation of a reproducing kernel corresponding to a de Branges matrix generated via matrix valued function multiplication, which generalises a well-known result. We utilise this technique to extend certain results on de Branges spaces of scalar valued functions to vector valued functions. By connecting the fundamental construction with Naimark dilation of frames, we discover certain existence and structural characteristics of Parseval frames of normalised reproducing kernels in vector valued de Branges spaces. The dilation arises when certain de Branges spaces of vector valued functions are embedded in a larger de Branges space of vector valued functions. In addition, the embedding translates the kernel functions associated with a frame sequence in the original space into a Riesz basis for the embedding space.
Entropy Measures of $g-C_{3}N_{5}$ using Topological Indices E. Lavanya
Authors: Lavanya E. , Sriraj M. A. , Reddy Polaepalli Siva Kota
Published: February 2025

Topological descriptors are non-empirical numerical quantities that characterise molecular structures. These descriptors are essential to the QSAR/QSPR approaches, as they provide theoretical chemists with a basis for investigating and synthesising chemical structures. Entropic measures are a type of topological descriptors that have many applications, ranging from the quantitative description of a chemical structure to the investigation of specific chemical properties of molecular graphs. Shannon's entropy metrics characterise graphs and networks by analysing their structural information. This study is mainly concerned with the computation of analytical expressions for degree-based entropy metrics for the chemical graph of $g-C_{3}N_{5}$. In addition to shedding light on the relationship between entropy measures and molecular structure, the numerical results of the entropy measures derived in this paper cast light on the relationship between entropy measures and molecular structure.