bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Risk Assessment of Socio-Economic Vulnerability to Climate Change: Case Study of Tuymen Region
Authors: Zakharova Olga , Karagulian Egine , Viktorova Natalia , Gamukin Valeriy , Yablochkina Victoria
Published: January 2025

The risk of socio-economic vulnerability depends not only on the risk of climate hazards occurring but also on society’s vulnerability to such hazards, coping capacity, and adaptive capacity. The World Risk Index methodology was used to assess the risk of socio-economic vulnerability of municipalities in the Tyumen region to climate-related hazards. Three groups of indicators were identified for calculating the socio-economic vulnerability risk: susceptibility, coping capacity, and adaptive capacity. Indicators in each group were selected based on official statistics. As a result, the risk of the realization of climate hazards and the risk of socio-economic vulnerability for the municipalities of the Tyumen region were ranked. Based on the results of ranking, the municipalities were divided into five groups. These groups had similar characteristics regarding socio-economic vulnerability indicators. The spatial analysis allowed for the identification of two clusters of municipalities with the highest level of socio-economic vulnerability due to a high risk of realization of climate-related hazards. Policy recommendations were proposed based on a spatial analysis of the risk of socio-economic vulnerability across municipalities and the analysis of socio-economic vulnerability indicators.
Sharing Information and Threshold Ambiguity in Public Bads Prevention
Authors: Tawhidul Islam Md , Tanaka Kenta , Kotani Koji
Published: January 2025

Public bads prevention problems, such as climate change, require people to cooperate above a certain threshold, which is ambiguous and varies in many situations. In that case, people conjecture and share some information about the threshold. However, little is known about how sharing such information affects people to cooperate. We experimentally examine how people’s cooperative choices are influenced by ambiguity and sharing information about the conjectures in public bads prevention, hypothesizing that sharing the information does not necessarily contribute to cooperation. We conduct the laboratory experiments with 400 subjects under five treatments, each of which differs in ambiguity as well as in presence or absence of sharing the information. We find that (i) the percentages of cooperative choices are nonmonotonic, decreasing and then increasing over ambiguity levels and (ii) sharing the information tends to uniformly discourage cooperation, and the negative impact becomes prominent as the ambiguity levels rise. The result demonstrates an adverse effect between sharing information and threshold ambiguity on cooperation, being in sharp contrast with the literature. Overall, this study suggests that how or what information is shared among people should be carefully reconsidered for resolving any public bads problem involving threshold ambiguity, as everybody is able to easily publicize their conjectures during an era of digital democracy. Additionally, providing unified public information or fostering agreement could help improve cooperation and enhance collective efforts in public bads prevention.
THE KEEPERS OF MEMORY: PRIESTS IN UKRAINIAN IMMIGRATION TO BRAZIL
Authors: FERREIRA Eduardo Pauliki Solek , MIRANDA João Irineu de Resende
Published: January 2025

This work investigates the collective memory of the Ukrainian community in Brazil. The general goal is analysing what makes the Ukrainian culture in Brazil so re­ligious. For this purpose, the text begins with a brief approach to the relation between collective memory and culture. After that, the Ukrainian traditions are presented. Then Ukrainian immigration to Brazil became the target, highlighting the adaptation and the challenges of this ethnic group in the new land, mainly the dispute of influ­ence involving priests and the intelligentsia. There was raised the following problem: Why does the collective memory of the Ukrainian community in Brazil have a high degree of religiosity? The research group adopted the exploratory method with bib­liographic survey and direct observation techniques. The hypothesis for this high de­gree of religiosity is that those who exercised the leadership to preserve the collective memory were the priests. There was a validation of it.
MEMORY AND SOCIAL AMNESIA: REFLECTIONS OF FRENCH NATIONAL IDENTITY IN THE AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL NOVELS OF FRÉDÉRIC BEIGBEDER
Authors: ПАРАМОНОВ Богдан
Published: January 2025

The article is devoted to the study of the problem of memory and identity in the autobiographical novels of Frédéric Beigbeder. The research is based on an assessment of the theoretical foundations of memory: social, collective, family, individual, autobiographical, and the phenomenon of social amnesia to determine the most relevant approaches to the study of identity in Frédéric Beigbeder's autobiographical literary works. Our research demonstrates that memory is not a static phenomenon, but a living entity that is constantly shaped by the narratives we construct about ourselves and the world. Theoretical approaches to memory in literary works should be as dynamic and nuanced as the subject matter they study, which will allow for a comprehensive understanding of human existence. The article sheds light on the fact that the study of identity in literature should also consider complex dimensions – cognitive and cultural – each of which contributes to the formation of the self. The theoretical framework for analysing literary works should be adaptive and able to cover various nuances of identity as it is experienced and expressed in the contemporary world. The article examines the depiction of memory, personal and family, in Frédéric Beigbeder's autobiographical novels, such as Windows on the World, A French Novel, and A Dam Against the Atlantic. A close study of these works has demonstrated how the absence of memory and the attempts to recover it shape the narrative and the development of the author's identity, offering a unique perspective on the interaction of these concepts. Frédéric Beigbeder's autobiographical novels make a significant contribution to the cultural and literary mosaic of France, offering a broader commentary on the dynamics of contemporary post-industrial, postmodern society. Our study highlights the importance of Frédéric Beigbeder's narratives for understanding and navigating the complex elements of present-day existence and social constructs. Such an assessment provides a deeper understanding of how global cultural dynamics influence the formation of personal and literary identity. Rethinking the author's identity through fiction, as exemplified by the novels of Frédéric Beigbeder, provides an important basis for understanding the complex dynamics of contemporary literature. By exploring the fusion of personal identity and creative expression, the author emphasises the profound influence of his/her own introspection on the formation of narrative structures and the development of readers' critical attitudes towards the multifaceted complexities of contemporary society, expressed by the complexity of the concepts of memory and identity.
LELYA AREY. A WAR THAT DOES NOT UNITE. 1.1.9. PLAYING WITH WORK
Authors: AREY Lelya , ZAMBRZYCKA Marta
Published: January 2025

The modern Ukrainian writer Lelya Arey is known to the reader as an author of the novel Appsirantess, the stories “Third wheel”, “Pigtail”, and verses. The story “1.1.9. Playing with work” reveals the “scary” daily life of the “ordinary” existence of Kharkiv people during the war 2022. The author depicts how Kharkiv residents “ignore” the fact of war. They try to continue living as in peacetime only under explo­sions that seem to not exist. This story is told from a young girl’s point of view, who, after February 24th, 2022, decided to stay in Kharkiv under explosions and started to work in one of the local pharmacies. So, it can be assumed, that it is a story about heroism or humanitarian help, which workers of a medical service will give to resi­dents of a war-captured city. However, nothing close to this we will find here. The reality described in this story is horrifying, but it is not the kind of horror we mostly associate with war stories. It is scary in its banality and cowardice, the hostility that defines the relationship between the characters, as well as the narrator herself, who mostly feels anger
ABOUT THE AUTHOR YAROSLAV POLISHCHUK. THE SEARCH FOR TRANSPARENCY. CONCENTRATION. ABOUT WHITE. ANALOGIES. MASTERS WITHDRAW
Authors: ПОЛІЩУК Ярослав , ТИМЧЕНКО Антонина
Published: January 2025

Сучасний транскультурний поет Ярослав Поліщук є одночасно висококласним науковцем і проникливим митцем, есеїстом, перекладачем. На першому місці стоїть слово «людина». Тільки людяна наука створює, тільки людяна література освітлює. Доктор філології, професор є відомим в Україні, Польщі, та за їхніми межами літературознавцем і літературним критиком, без якого годі уявити собі сучасну науку. Вражають у науковій іпостасі Ярослава Поліщука універсальність та енциклопедизм. Автор збірки поезій «НеПрозоPість» зупиняється й замовкає, щоб почути й відчути своє найсокровенніше, помітити тонкий малюнок інею на листі, вловити шепіт піску, раптом знайти себе в цьому світі поміж мільйонів людей, дивних слів, запаху липи, гамірних вокзалів, посеред кривавої війни – і відпустити на волю вірш.
Predicting drug protein interactions based on improved support vector data description in unbalanced data
Authors: Khorramfard Alireza , Pirgazi Jamshid , Ghanbari Sorkhi Ali
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Predicting drug-protein interactions is critical in drug discovery, but traditional laboratory methods are expensive and time-consuming. Computational approaches, especially those leveraging machine learning, are increasingly popular. This paper introduces VASVDD, a multi-step method to predict drug-protein interactions. First, it extracts features from amino acid sequences in proteins and drug structures. To address the challenge of unbalanced datasets, a Support Vector Data Description (SVDD) approach is employed, outperforming standard techniques like SMOTE and ENN in balancing data. Subsequently, dimensionality reduction using a Variational Autoencoder (VAE) reduces features from 1074 to 32, improving computational efficiency and predictive performance. Methods: The proposed method was evaluated on four datasets related to enzymes, G-protein-coupled receptors, ion channels, and nuclear receptors. Without preprocessing, the Gradient Boosting Classifier showed bias towards the majority class. However, balancing and dimensionality reduction significantly improved accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and F1 scores. VASVDD demonstrated superior performance compared to other dimensionality reduction methods, such as kernel principal component analysis (kernel PCA) and Principal Component Analysis (PCA), and was validated across multiple classifiers, achieving higher AUROC values than existing techniques. Results: The results highlight VASVDD's effectiveness and generalizability in predicting drug-target interactions. The method outperforms state-of-the-art techniques in terms of accuracy, robustness, and efficiency, making it a promising tool in bioinformatics for drug discovery. Conclusion: The datasets analyzed during the current study are not publicly available but are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request and source code are available on GitHub: https://github.com/alirezakhorramfard/vasvdd.
Challenges of the Newtonian Paradigm for Management of Health Delivery System: A Perspective
Authors: Zayandeh Mohammad
Published: January 2025

Despite the evident shortcomings of the Newtonian paradigm, it remains the intellectual, scientific, and practical foundation for many disciplines. This paradigm adopts a reductionist approach, where understanding the entire system hinges on understanding its constituent parts. For managers and organizational leaders, differentiating between simple, complicated, and complex systems, and recognizing their distinct characteristics, is vital for enhancing both efficiency and effectiveness. The complex healthcare delivery system is often managed as a simple or complicated system. Managers mistakenly apply rigid guidelines and inflexible programs—principles more suited to simpler systems—to the healthcare system. This results in certain essential aspects being overlooked, such as the interaction between various components and their interrelationships, which are key characteristics of complex systems. Focusing on these interactions could lead to increased sustainability, efficiency, and effectiveness. Complex systems require decentralized control rather than central command. They are shaped by their historical context, thrive on the edge of order and chaos, and their components may not always have a complete understanding of the larger system. Moreover, complex systems are notably responsive to feedback.
Effects of fluid therapy with ringer’s vs. ringer lactate solution on acid-base balance and serum electrolytes in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery
Authors: Hadipourzadeh Fatemehshima , Azarfarin Rasoul , Ziyaeifard Mohsen , Jamalian Javad , Ghadimi Maryam , Chaibakhsh Yasmin
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Preventing acid-base and electrolyte disturbance is crucial in coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, since any of these conditions can affect outcome. The type of crystalloid solution used during and after the surgery can affect these disturbances. Methods: In this study, 90 patients who candidates for CABG surgery were randomly allocated to either ringer’s lactate (RL) or ringer’s group. In order to provide essential blood volume before and after the start of CPB fluid administration with either ringer’s or RL solution was started during operation and continued for 18 hours after the patient was transferred to ICU. ABG, serum electrolytes and Lactate level were measured before and at the end of CPB, upon arrival to the ICU, and 6, 12 and 18 hours after ICU admission and compared between the two groups. Results: Blood PH level was significantly different between the two groups upon arrival to ICU, 6 and 18 hours after ICU admission (P<0.05) which was clinically closer to the normal range in the RL group. Serum bicarbonate level showed a significantly difference between the two groups (P<0.05). There were no significantly differences between the two groups in terms of lactate level, serum electrolytes, blood loss, intake and output of fluids and blood products transfusion. Conclusion: In this study, ringer’s lactate solution creates a more favorable acid-base balance without a significant increase in blood lactate level which is attributed to the buffering effect of existing lactate, and can be used as an appropriate alternative to ringer’s solution during and after CABG.
Post-transplant cyclophosphamide-induced cardiotoxicity: A comprehensive review
Authors: Alizadehasl Azin , Shahrami Bita , Rahbarghazi Reza , Yalameh Aliabadi Azam , Hosseini Jebelli Seyedeh Fatemeh , Afsari Zonooz Yasamin , Hakimian Hoda , Fathi Farzaneh , Forati Sara , Rezabakhsh Aysa
Published: January 2025

Cyclophosphamide-induced cardiotoxicity, associated with its toxic metabolite acrolein, is a significant concern and unresolved issue, especially when cyclophosphamide is administrated in high doses. However, cardiotoxicity following low-dose cyclophosphamide has been also documented, especially in post-hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (post-HSCT) settings. Despite the involvement of multiple signaling pathways in cyclophosphamide-induced cardiomyopathy, the exact underlying mechanisms remain to be fully elucidated. This review outlines the current challenges of cyclophosphamide therapy in HSCT recipients. In addition, the promising therapeutic approaches by targeting acrolein’s anti-angiogenic effect were thoroughly discussed to better manage post-HSCT cyclophosphamide-induced cardiotoxicity.
The utility of fragmented QRS in association with strain echocardiography in predicting significant coronary artery stenosis
Authors: Tabatabaei Seyed Abdolhossein , Omrani Elham , Mostafavi Atoosa , Sadeghian Hakimeh , Abbasi Ali
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Fragmented QRS (fQRS) on a 12-lead ECG indicates electrical conduction disruption due to various cardiac issues, including coronary artery disease (CAD). This study investigated whether combining fQRS and reduced myocardial strain could predict significant CAD. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study on patients with fQRS on surface ECG who underwent coronary angiography. The left ventricular strain was assessed using 2D speckle-tracking echocardiography. Results: We enrolled 55 patients with fQRS and significant CAD (≥70% coronary artery stenosis) and 55 control patients (≤30% stenosis). The strain was significantly reduced in segments with fQRS and significant CAD compared with the control group. Conclusion: In patients with CAD, the combination of fQRS in any ECG lead and reduced strain can predict the presence and location of a coronary artery with greater than 70% stenosis.
Mendelian randomization reveals plasminogen as a common therapeutic target for myocardial infarction and atrial fibrillation
Authors: Charati Hadi , Hamta Ahmad
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Plasma proteins play essential roles in myocardial infarction (MI) and atrial fibrillation (AF) ; however, it remains unknown whether the two disorders share causal plasma proteins. Methods: The present study utilizes cis-protein quantitative trait loci (cis-pQTLs) for 4,719 plasma proteins to assess their causality on MI and AF. Results: Two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) identifies 21 and 9 plasma proteins for MI and AF, respectively (FDR P<0.05), with plasminogen (PLG) being a commonly protective factor against both diseases. Multi-trait MR suggests that PLG is also protective against coronary atherosclerosis. PheWAS analysis identifies associations of six cis-pQTLs with both MI and AF, i.e., rs11751347 (PLG), rs11591147 (PCSK9), rs77347777 (ITIH4), rs936228 (ULK3), rs2261033 (AIF1V), and rs2711897 (BDH2). Furthermore, interactions exist among the causal plasma proteins, with PLG directly interacting with multiple others. Drug-gene databases suggest that PLG activators, such as Urokinase, Reteplase, Streptokinase, Alteplase, Anistreplase, Tenecteplase, Desmoteplase, and Defibrotide sodium may serve as common therapeutic drugs for MI and AF. Conclusion: Our study provides a causal inference of human plasma proteins in MI and AF. Several of the identified proteins and single nucleotide polymorphisms (sNPs) exert pleiotropic effects on other cardiometabolic phenotypes, indicating their crucial roles in the pathology of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Our study provides new insights into the shared causality and drugs for MI and AF.
The prevalence of multiple drug-resistant urinary tract infections among critically ill patients in tertiary hospital
Authors: Behairy Maha Abdelmoneim , Elshinnawy Howayda A , ElAshry Marwa , Tarek Olfat , Abd El Samea Marwa Shaban
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Multidrug-resistant -urinary tract infection (MDR-UTI) is considered a significant source of in-hospital mortality and morbidity in critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs). Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and risk factors of MDR-UTI among critically ill Egyptian patients. In addition, the study aimed to determine the potential risk factors in various ICUs at Ain Shams University Hospital, Cairo, Egypt. Patients and Methods: The current cross-sectional study included 383 adult patients with positive urine cultures enrolled from different medical and surgical ICUs within a 6-month duration. MDR-UTI was defined as isolates that exhibited resistance or intermediate susceptibility to ≥3 of the antimicrobial categories. Antibiotic resistance rates and patterns were identified using the disc diffusion method and automated antimicrobial susceptibility testing by Vitek 2. Full clinical evaluation and biochemical analysis were done. Healthcare-associated risks were surveyed, including chronic indwelling urinary catheters, hospitalization for at least 48 hours, regular hemodialysis, or undergoing urological procedures within the past three months. Results: MDR-UTI prevalence was observed in approximately 173 patients, accounting for 45.2% of the total. The mean age of studied patients was 63.07 ±17.82 years, with 53.3% being females. Additionally, the average duration of hospitalization was 3.32 ±3.08 days. There was a highly statistically significant relation between MDR-UTI results and hospitalization for at least 48 hours. Enterococcus and Klebsiella were significantly more prevalent among MDR-UTI cases (41.6% and 46.8 % respectively). Escherichia coli was the predominant uropathogenic microorganism in patients with non-MDR UTI, accounting for 49.0% of cases. Penicillin was the most prevalent antimicrobial resistance. The presence of chronic indwelling urinary catheters is the most common healthcare-associated risk factor for MDR UTI, with a 78% prevalence. At the time of admission to the ICU, 59% of the patients with MDR-UTI had septic shock, while 18.5% had acute kidney injury (AKI). Conclusion: The prevalence of MDR-UTI was 45.2% among critically ill patients in the ICUs of Ain Shams University Hospital. Klebsiella and Enterococcus were the most common uropathogenic among MDR UTIs, with resistance mainly to penicillins and carbapenems. The hospital stay >48 hours, hemodialysis, and urological procedures were the most significant risk factors for MDR-UTI. Patients with septic shock and AKI were significantly associated with the presence of MDR-UTI.
Pengaruh Campuran Spent Bleaching Earth (SBE) dan Semen Sebagai Bahan Stabilisasi Tanah Lempung Terhadap Nilai California Bearing Ratio (CBR)
Authors: Alwiyah Sarah , Anggreana Vella , Mildawati Roza
Published: January 2025

One method for enhancing the natural state of the soil is soil stabilization.  Spent bleaching earth (SBE) is the solid waste left over after palm oil is refined for use in oleochemical industry processes. When the field test value exceeds 3% and the laboratory test value exceeds 6%, the soil strength is deemed favorable. The test results indicate that as the curing time increased, the natural soil's California Bearing Ratio (CBR) value increased as well. After 0 days of curing, the natural soil's CBR value was 11.91%; after 4 days, it rose to 12.59%; and after 7 days, it reached 13.99%. Furthermore, the soil that underwent a 4-day soak had a CBR value of 4.01%. Concurrently, the CBR value increased with increasing curing time in the mixed soil CBR test, which had a composition of 10% cement and 22.5% SBE. The mixed soil's CBR value at 0 days of curing was 12.66%. Nevertheless, the CBR value increased significantly to 22.64% after 4 days of curing. Furthermore, the CBR value increased to 27.11% after 7 days of curing. The mixed soil's CBR value was 23.52% over the course of the four-day soaking period. We can conclude that the natural soil and the mixed soil exhibit their highest CBR values following a 7-day curing period. This suggests that the CBR value is influenced by the curing time. In both soil types, a higher CBR value was noted with longer curing times.
Digital Individual Freedoms in Danger in Eggers’s Dystopias: Surveillance, Shame, Power, and Human Perfection
Authors: Mastroianni Greco Greta
Published: January 2025

Dystopia, as both a political concept and literary genre, is currently undergoing a profound transformation, often called the digital turn. This article focuses on Dave Eggers’s dystopias The Circle and The Every and analyzes the characteristics of digital dystopias. These typical elements include the pervasive digital surveillance conducted by corporations along with lateral or participatory surveillance carried out by individuals and self-surveillance practices. Additionally, the narratives explore other themes, such as social conformity enforced through public shaming, the emergence of nonstate digital or cyber-totalitarianism, and the dehumanizing implications of transhumanist ambitions. Through the examination of Eggers’s novels as dystopias, this research draws comparisons with classical dystopian literature. Notably, Dave Eggers shows how the evolution of social media and apps could erode individual freedoms and privacy rights. While techno-utopianism and techno-dystopianism typically hinge on optimistic versus pessimistic perspectives of technological advancement, this study seeks to demonstrate that technology is neutral; however, it always contains a potential political value in the minds of those using it.
DETERMINANTS OF ADOPTION LEVELS OF COCOA CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME IN SOUTHWEST, NIGERIA
Authors: Yusuf Abdulfatah , Oparinde Lawrence Olusola , Afolabi Jimoh Atanda , Oseni Joseph Olumide , Olowogbayi Jonathan Ayodele
Published: January 2025

This study examines the determinants of adoption levels of cocoa certification programs among smallholder farmers in Southwest Nigeria. Cross-sectional data were used and collected with the aid of a well-designed questionnaire. Using a multi-stage sampling technique, 396 respondents were selected across two states renowned for their cocoa production capacity. Data were analyzed using an ordered probit regression model to assess the influence of socio-economic, demographic, and institutional factors on adoption levels. The study found that certification adopters were predominantly male (79.5%) and aged 31-60 years (76.5%), with higher education levels and moderate household sizes (4-9 members). Adopters had more farming experience and medium-sized farms (4-6 hectares). Key factors influencing the level of adoption included age, household size, gender, education, farm size, farming experience, financial risk, credit constraints, and access to extension services. Age exhibited a negative and significant effect, indicating that younger farmers are more likely to adopt certification programs. Household size, gender, non-cocoa income, collateral, and access to extension services positively influenced adoption levels. Conversely, financial risk and farm size negatively affected adoption levels, highlighting the challenges faced by farmers with larger holdings and those exposed to higher financial risks. Despite certification offering potential benefits such as improved market access and premium pricing, the adoption rate remains low due to financial and institutional barriers. The study recommends targeted interventions, including subsidies for certification costs, enhanced access to credit, strengthened extension services, and gender-inclusive policies, to promote broader adoption.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL FEED TYPES AND THE PRODUCTIVITY AND FEASIBILITY OF KACANG GOAT FARMING IN TOLITOLI REGENCY, INDONESIA
Authors: Samia Suardin Hamid , Sagaf  , Effendy
Published: January 2025

Kacang goats have a lesser body weight than other goats and are widely distributed throughout Indonesia. Their main feed comes from green fodder in the form of grass, legumes, or agricultural/plantation waste. This feed is used for growth and production (meat and milk) and reproductive metabolism. This study aimed to determine the relationship between local feed types and the productivity and feasibility of Kacang goat livestock in the Tolitoli Regency. This study, conducted from May to August 2023, used a survey method by distributing questionnaires to 174 Kacang goat farmers. The results showed that the local feed often consumed by Kacang goats was Gamal green fodder (Gliricidia maculata). Other types of green fodder such as Kayu Jawa (Linnea coromandalica), Lamtoro (Leucaena leucocephala), Turi (Sesbania grandiflora), and Teki (Cyperus rotundus Linn) were only used as substitute feed if gamal green fodder was not obtained. The productivity of Kacang goats, in general, is still relatively low. The income from the Kacang goat business is Rp.1,728,178/year. The R/C Ratio of the Kacang goat business is 1.9675, indicating that the Kacang goat business provides an income of 0.9675 (96.75%).
Parsing Greek Language with Link Grammar
Authors: Chorozoglou G Chorozoglou G , Zacharis N Zacharis N , Mikros G Mikros G , Papakitsos E Papakitsos E
Published: January 2025

Link Grammar is a computational approach-method for syntactic parsing developed in 1991 at
Carnegie Mellon University, initially for the English language. It is a Context-Free Grammar according to
Chomsky’s classification. For a sentence to be syntactically parsed correctly by Link Grammar, links
(connections) between adjacent words must have been declared and established, in terms of coding. Besides
English, Link Grammar has been implemented in Arabic, German, Hebrew, Indonesian, Kazakh, Lithuanian,
Persian, Russian, Thai, Turkish, and Vietnamese. In this paper, an initial attempt is presented to implement Link
Grammar in the Greek language, by using the Link Grammar Parser. We aim to include most syntactic
structures of Greek by providing numerous examples. By applying the same notation used in English grammar
and adding some extra symbols, we can achieve syntactic parsing for a variety of sentences, as demonstrated
herein.
Transformer Winding Deformation Detection and Modeling Based on Frequency Response Method
Authors: Li Guangmao Li Guangmao , Yang Sen Yang Sen , Ren Xiaodong Ren Xiaodong , Zhou Hongling Zhou Hongling , Du Gang Du Gang , Chen Lu Chen Lu
Published: January 2025

Power transformer is one of the key equipment of the power system, and its reliable operation is an
important factor for the safety of the whole power grid and even national power. With the increasing scale of the
power grid, the probability of transformer failure due to winding deformation is on the rise. When using online
frequency response method to detect winding deformation, it needs to be verified with simulation, the experiment
provides a scientific basis for simulation, and simulation verifies the correctness of the experimental method. At
present, the field experiment affects the accuracy of winding deformation detection mainly because of the signal
injection and extraction, power system noise and the analysis of the experimental results; in the simulation
analysis, the error mainly exists in the establishment of the transformer winding model, and the frequency
response curve obtained from the simulation of different precision models is not consistent. This paper
summarizes the research results in recent years from several aspects such as signal injection and measurement
methods and different winding modelling structures. Firstly, the advantages and disadvantages of the frequency
response method, which is the most widely used method in the detection of winding deformation, are compared
between offline and online, and several new detection methods are analyzed; afterwards, several measurement
techniques are introduced according to the signal injection and extraction problems encountered in the
experiments; finally, the method of constructing the winding model of transformers is proposed, and there is an
urgent need to obtain a more accurate winding model. Comprehensively, the above three aspects of improving
the accuracy of winding deformation detection are outlined, and the next research direction will be gradually
transferred to the construction of a digital twin model of winding wide-band electromagnetic characteristics,
revealing the precise quantitative mapping mathematical equation from the winding structure to the
electromagnetic characteristics of its ports, and promoting the development of transformer digitalization.
Defenders of Mewar: The Role of the Bhils in Maharana Pratap’s Struggle
Authors: Meghwal Darshana
Published: January 2025

Maharana Pratap, the great ruler of Mewar, is remembered for his resistance against the Mughal Empire. His bravery and leadership are well-known, but his relationship with the Bhil tribe is often overlooked. They were an important ally in his struggle to protect Mewar. A tribal community living in the rugged Aravalli hills, they were skilled in guerrilla warfare. Their knowledge of the terrain and their expertise in archery played a key role in the battles fought by Pratap. They were not just warriors; they also supported him by providing food, shelter, and vital intelligence. Their loyalty and bravery were crucial in helping Mewar resist the powerful Mughal army. This paper explores the deep bond between Maharana Pratap and the Bhils. He treated them as equals and valued their support. The Bhils, in turn, fought alongside him in battles such as the famous Battle of Haldighati. Their contributions were essential for the survival of the resistance movement. Through historical accounts and folk stories, this paper highlights the significance of the Bhils in his struggle. It shows how the alliance between a Rajput king and a tribal community helped defend Mewar. The paper also discusses the leadership qualities of Maharana Pratap. He demonstrated respect for all communities, proving that unity and inclusiveness are key to overcoming challenges.
Analysis of Strategy Evaluation Techniques on performance of Insurance Companies in Kenya: A study of Kenya Orient Insurance Limited, Kenya
Authors: Kitsao Brian Hamisi , Prakash Prof. Ajai , Nyamboga Mandere Dr. Evans
Published: January 2025

Purpose: Kenya’s insurance performance has been unsteady causing a worrying concern among senior management. Insurance companies have continued to struggle in adopting various strategy evaluation techniques to withstand the market dynamism causing inefficiencies and high combined ratio in the performance (AKI 2016; Kampire, 2012). This study’s aim was to examine strategy evaluation techniques’ impact on the performance of insurance companies in Kenya.
Design: The research employed descriptive design. The study sample was restricted to Kenya Orient Insurance Limited employees. A census study consisting of all 154 employees of Kenya Orient Insurance Limited was preferred because it eliminated errors related to sampling. Data was described using of frequency tables and measures of central tendency. A structured questionnaire was used as to obtain data. The association between variables was examined using correlation and regression.
Findings: The correlation coefficient (r) findings showed that there existed a high level of association between the variables and the insurance company’s performance. Further, regression analysis results revealed the existence of a strong and noteworthy association between the performance of Kenya Orient Insurance limited and the independent variables, Balanced score card, 360 degree evaluation and factor rating.
Practical Implication: By presenting findings that show the impact of adopting the Balanced Scorecard, 3600 and factor rating evaluation techniques in assessing insurance businesses’ performance, this study benefits education in various ways, thus providing a framework that both scholars and practitioners of performance measurement can build upon when improving performance assessment methods in Kenya’s insurance industry.
Keywords: Balance Score Card, Strategy Evaluation, Insurance Company’s Performance, Strategy Evaluation Techniques, Strategy, 360 Degree evaluation
Pelatihan Pembuatan Tepung Pisang sebagai Alternatif untuk Meningkatkan Nilai Jual Buah Pisang Mas di Desa Lantan
Authors: Afriani Irma , Adawiyah Rabiatul , Marcelina Lesti , Yusuf Ahmad Rahman , Ayudia Dina Yustika , Hidayati Rizka , Herliana Umi , Anugerah M Titan , Rahim Yogi Akbar Azizir , Junyarbhi Widhi Tri , Sumarsono Joko
Published: January 2025

Buah pisang menjadi komoditas andalan di Desa Lantan Batukliang Utara, Kecamatan Lombok Tengah (Loteng). Pisang merupakan produk hortikultura yang cepat mengalami penurunan mutu akibat proses fisiologis buah. Sebagai komoditi hasil pertanian buah pisang merupakan produk yang bersifat mudah rusak, sedangkan umur simpannya juga sangat terbatas, sehingga diperlukan penggunaan teknologi yang tepat guna untuk mengolah buah pisang menjadi produk makanan yang lebih meningkatkan nilai tambah dan daya tahannya. Produk olahan yang diproses dengan menggunakan teknologi sederhana adalah pembuatan tepung pisang. Tepung pisang adalah hasil penggilingan buah pisang kering (gaple pisang). Tujuan dari kegiatan ini yaitu untuk memperkenalkan bagaimana pengolahan buah pisang menjadi tepung guna meningkatkan nilai jual serta memperpanjang masa simpan buah pisang, khususnya pisang mas di desa Lantan, Kecamatan Batukliang Utara, Kabupaten Lombok Utara. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan di Kantor Desa Lantan, Kecamatan Batukliang Utara, Kabupaten Lombok Tengah pada hari Kamis, 9 November 2023 yang dihadiri oleh 45 peserta. Pada saat kegiatan berlangsung para peserta sangat antusias mengikuti jalannya kegiatan. Sejauh ini telah dibuat sebanyak 5 kg tepung pisang dari 65 sisir pisang mas. Harga untuk 500g tepung pisang yakni Rp. 25.000 sedangkan harga pisang mentah sebelum diolah sekitar Rp. 1.500 per sisirnya. Berdasarkan data tersebut  dapat diketahui bahwa selisih harga tepung pisang dan pisang mentah yang belum diolah yaitu Rp. 15.000,00, maka dapat dilihat bahwa harga perbandingan ini jelas sangat tinggi jika tidak dimanfaatkan dengan baik.
Wokshop Menggambar Ragam Hias Topeng Kayu Labuapi Menggunakan Totebag di MTs Negeri 1 Mataram
Authors: Tesa Tesa Yustika , Mahroni Lalu Aswandi , Pamungkas Bayu Aji , Tomi Muhammad , Ardi Raden Fanny Printi
Published: January 2025

Pelaksanaan workshop "Menggambar Ragam Hias Topeng Kayu Labuapi Menggunakan Totebag di MTs Negeri 1 Mataram" bertujuan untuk melestarikan seni kriya tradisional dan meningkatkan apresiasi budaya lokal di kalangan generasi muda. Di era modern yang penuh tantangan globalisasi dan perkembangan teknologi, seni kriya dan ragam hias tradisional, khususnya topeng kayu Labuapi, perlu mendapatkan perhatian untuk tetap relevan. Melalui metode pengabdian masyarakat, kegiatan ini melibatkan tiga tahap: perencanaan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi. Pada tahap perencanaan, tim PkM masyarakat melakukan observasi dan wawancara dengan pengrajin lokal, yang menghasilkan modul pembelajaran yang menyusun strategi pelaksanaan workshop. Tahap pelaksanaan terdiri dari ceramah, demonstrasi, dan praktik langsung, di mana peserta, termasuk siswa dan guru, mendapatkan pemahaman mendalam mengenai filosofi dan makna ragam hias. Hasil praktik menunjukkan kreativitas tinggi peserta dalam mendesain totebag menggunakan motif tradisional. Evaluasi menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman dan keterampilan peserta, serta saran untuk mengintegrasikan modul pembelajaran ke dalam kurikulum seni budaya secara permanen dan melanjutkan pelatihan lanjutan. Dengan demikian, workshop ini berkontribusi signifikan terhadap pelestarian seni kriya topeng kayu Labuapi melalui pendidikan formal dan mendorong generasi muda untuk menjaga warisan budaya lokal.
Implementasi E-Commerce Bisnis Warung Klontong berbasis Android dengan menggunakan Algoritma Haversine Formula
Authors: Anam Khairil , Putra Bayu Charisma , Firmansyah Muhammad Aldi , Firdaus Ferdy Muhammad
Published: January 2025

The influence and role of information technology in the Indonesian business sector is very large. With this technology, in today's era, people are required to live an efficient lifestyle, for example when making buying and selling transactions. However, this has an impact on small shops that are less competitive than online stores that can provide convenience in finding products and making shopping transactions. Grocery shops in Sidoarjo Regency are less competitive and experience a decline in consumer purchasing power due to the minimal use of E-Commerce on the development of their shop business. This study aims to determine the effect of Android-based Grocery Shop Business ECommerce using the Haversine Formula Algorithm. The targeted results of this activity are that by implementing this E-commerce application, people will be facilitated in various ways in making buying and selling transactions starting from finding the distance to the nearest shop, digital purchases, and the time spent. The test results from this study were carried out using the black box testing method. The testing process will be carried out on all functional needs that have been designed at the application design stage. The results of this research trial obtained a system accuracy of 100%, and received a rating of 74% as very good, 23% received a good rating and 3% received a sufficient rating from the results of user testing conducted on the haversine formula application.
Analisis Kebijakan Luar Negeri Qatar dalam Negosiasi Taliban-Amerika Serikat (2018-2019)
Authors: Zhahirah Amirah
Published: January 2025

Pada tanggal 15 Agustus 2021, tentara Amerika Serikat dan sekutunya menarik diri dari Afghanistan, disusul dengan kembali berkuasanya Taliban. Penarikan tersebut merupakan bagian dari Perjanjian Doha yang merupakan hasil perundingan AS-Taliban dengan Qatar sebagai mediator. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kebijakan luar negeri Qatar dan menjelaskan goals, objectives, options, consequences, dan choices di balik keputusan Qatar untuk menengahi perundingan AS-Taliban. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa goals and objectives dari kebijakan luar negeri Qatar adalah mengamankan diri dari ancaman negara-negara Teluk dan memperkuat eksistensi politiknya. Keputusan tersebut diambil setelah mempertimbangkan options berikut consequences-nya. Options yang pertama, yaitu memutuskan hubungan dengan Taliban dengan consequences Taliban tidak akan menyetujui untuk melakukan negosiasi dengan Amerika Serikat. Sementara options yang kedua adalah menjadi mediator untuk AS-Taliban dengan consequences Qatar meningkatkan presensi regionalnya sekaligus mendapat perlindungan Amerika Serikat dari negara tetangganya.
Resilience in The Ruins
Authors: Sarasi Vita , Nugraha Denny Sidharta , Farras Joval Ifghaniyafi , Fadillah Afrizal , Aulia Sulthonul , Setiono Muhammad Fahri
Published: January 2025

Amid the devastation caused by the Israeli occupation, the Palestinian economy faces profound systemic challenges, including trade restrictions, widespread unemployment, and collapsing infrastructure. This study adopts a systems thinking approach to explore economic survival under such conditions, bridging the gap in understanding the interconnected dynamics of macroeconomic and microeconomic factors. Using causal loop diagrams, the analysis uncovers reinforcing loops of poverty, aid dependency, and infrastructure collapse alongside balancing loops driven by community resilience and policy interventions. Key findings reveal that trade restrictions have caused GDP contractions of up to 35 percent, while unemployment in Gaza has surged to 45 percent due to disrupted labor markets. Furthermore, only 33 percent of hospitals remain operational, exacerbating health crises and food insecurity. The study emphasizes the critical need for targeted infrastructure investments to restore market functionality and reduce unemployment by 15–20 percent, paired with community empowerment to strengthen resilience. The systems thinking framework offers policymakers actionable insights to navigate the socio-economic complexities of occupation and promote sustainable survival strategies for Palestine.
The Effect of Product, Word of Mouth, Location, and Price on the Decision to Choose the School of Economics and Business (STIEB) 'Perdana Mandiri' and Its Implications for Student Satisfaction
Authors: Lukitaningrum Kristin , Isti Untari Sri , Rahmawati Anita , Nurpratiwi Rahma , Dwi Ariyanti Tika
Published: January 2025

The decision to purchase or choose is a process in which consumers make a choice from various alternatives available, selecting the product that best fits their needs. Product quality, including performance, durability, and suitability, plays a significant role in this decision. In the context of higher education, product quality encompasses the study programs offered, innovations, and the added value provided to consumers, in this case, the students. STIEB "Perdana Mandiri" in Purwakarta is one of the most sought-after universities, and this study aims to understand how students make decisions when selecting a campus. This research uses a survey method with Likert scale questionnaires, with a sample of 150 individuals selected through purposive sampling. The method used is descriptive quantitative. The results of the study indicate that the factors of product, word of mouth, location, and price have a positive and significant effect on the decision to choose a campus and also influence student satisfaction. These findings highlight the importance of product quality and external factors in influencing students' decisions when selecting a higher education institution.
The Influence Digital Marketing and Market Orientation on Marketing Performance Moderated by Competitive Advantage
Authors: Agustina Lia , Hadi Prasetyo , Jubaedah Jubaedah , Setiadi Iwan Kresna
Published: January 2025

The phenomenon in this research is the decline in the number of marriage registrations at Ministry of Religious Affairs/KUA. According to data from the Indonesian Ministry of Religion in the last three years, the marriage rate in Indonesia has decreased drastically. Around two million marriages will decrease by 2024. Meanwhile, according to the 2018 in the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) report, the creative economy subsector contributes greatly to the national economy, with a contribution of 7.44% to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), one of the MSMEs in the creative economy subsector namely MSME EO. With the decline in the number of KUA registrations, MSMEs in the marriage sector are experiencing market saturation. Therefore, marketing performance (variable y) is required, including competitive advantage (variable z) as moderation and (variable x) namely digital marketing and market orientation. This research used quantitative and saturated sampling techniques. The population involved 101 MSME actors in the field of Event Organizer (EO) in DKI Jakarta. Employing SMART PLS 4.0, the results of this research indicate that digital marketing and market orientation have a significant influence on EO marketing performance in DKI Jakarta. However, competitive advantage cannot moderate digital marketing and market orientation.
Analysis of Working Capital Management, Institutional Ownership, and Asset Efficiency on Profitability: Role of Capital Structure on the Infrastructure Sector in the Indonesian Stock Exchange
Authors: Bogo Samudro Galih , Mulyantini Sri , Jubaedah Jubaedah
Published: January 2025

This research examines the profitability of the sub-construction infrastructure sector within the building industry, as listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the 2018-2022 period. The study aims to assess both the direct and indirect effects of working capital management, institutional ownership, and asset efficiency on profitability, with capital structure serving as an intervening variable. Utilizing panel data regression analysis, the research focused on a sample of seventeen companies from the building construction sub-sector listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange over the specified period. The findings indicate that asset efficiency significantly influences profitability, whereas working capital management and institutional ownership do not. Additionally, capital structure is found to have no effect on profitability. Indirectly, neither working capital management nor institutional ownership, nor asset efficiency, when mediated by capital structure, show any impact on profitability.