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Nature, Culture, and the Ideologies of Progress in Anni Kytömäki’s Novel Margarita
Authors: Arminen Elina
Published: January 2025

The article explores the human-nature relationship in Anni Kytömäki’s novel Margaritain the context of social change in Post-War Finland of the 1950s. In her oeuvre, Kytömäki hasdepicted the history of the modernization of Finnish society especially from the point of viewof nature. Both themes, the reconstruction period and the need for the protection of nature, arepopular in Finnish literature, but rarely combined. The analysis shows that the novel brings criticalperspectives to the mainstream history of Post-War Finland by juxtaposing the ideologies thatinfluenced family planning in the 1950s with the early stages of intensive forestry. In addition,the analysis shows that Margarita is anchored in the notion of a material-semiotic intertwiningof nature and culture that is characteristic of current environmental discourse.
The Pucok Reubong Motif as an Inspiration for Leather Bag Design
Authors: Alaina Syifa , Izzati Fauziana , Sembiring Sartika Br
Published: January 2025

The pucok reubong motif has been stylised from the form of young bamboo shoots. These bamboo shoots are transformed into a unique decorative pattern. The artist's interest in exploring the pucok reubong motif stems from its distinct shape, surrounded by triangular leaves with pointed ends resembling swords, and its interlocking patterns. This inspired the artist to incorporate the pucok reubong motif into leather bag designs. The creative process follows the Hendriyana method, which consists of four main stages: (1) pre-design, which involves the development of imagination; (2) design, where alternative designs are visually conceptualized; (3) realization, in which selected sketches are transformed into final works; and (4) presentation, involving exhibitions to establish communication between the artist and art enthusiasts. The concept applied is a symbolic expression, representing modern art that utilizes traditional idioms as its foundation. In the final project titled “Pucok Reubong Motif as an Idea for Leather Bag Creation”, the artist applied the pucok reubong motif as a decorative element on leather bags. This work aims to enhance aesthetic appeal while introducing the pucok reubong motif to a wider audience unfamiliar with it. The bags were created using embossing techniques combined with weaving, resulting in works that are both artistic and meaningful.
The Application of Paintings on Cutting Boards in Terms of the Principles of Fine Arts for Grade XI Students at SMA Dharma Pancasila Medan
Authors: Harahap Zety Shafitri , Mesra Mesra , Azis Adek Cerah Kurnia , Rajudin Rajudin , Sugito Sugito
Published: January 2025

This study aims to evaluate the application of painting techniques on cutting board media based on the principles of fine arts among grade XI students at SMA Dharma Pancasila Medan. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method. The study involved 30 grade XI students specializing in painting. Data were collected through documentation, practical tests, and observations. The findings reveal the following average scores: 82.78 for the principle of unity (fairly good), 82.84 for the principle of balance (fairly good), 81.81 for the principle of rhythm (fairly good), 81.68 for the principle of emphasis (fairly good), 84.12 for the principle of proportion (good), and 82.32 for the principle of harmony (fairly good). These results indicate that the students demonstrated a fairly good ability to apply the principles of fine arts in their painting projects on cutting board media during the 2024–2025 academic year.
THE INFLUENCE OF LOCAL OWN-SOURCE REVENUE AND EQUALIZATION FUNDS ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN THE PROVINCE OF SUMATERA UTARA
Authors: Sinta Sinta , Asnawi Asnawi , Roni Muhammad
Published: January 2025

The study sought to ascertain the effects of the General Allocation Fund, Special Allocation Fund, and Local Revenue on North Sumatra Province's economic expansion. The review utilized Time Series information from 1990-2023. The review utilized the Autoregressive Circulated Slack (ARDL) strategy. Short-term research reveals that the variables Local Revenue and General Allocation Fund have a negative and insignificant effect on North Sumatra Province's economic growth, while the variable Special Allocation Fund has a positive and insignificant effect. In the long haul, Nearby Income significantly affects Financial Development in North Sumatra Area. The North Sumatra Province's economic growth is not significantly impacted by the General Allocation Fund. The North Sumatra Province's economic growth is boosted significantly by the Special Allocation Fund.
THE EFFECT OF VILLAGE FUNDS AND VILLAGE FUND ALLOCATIONS ON POVERTY LEVELS IN PEUREULAK SUB-DISTRICT, EAST ACEH DISTRICT.
Authors: Rahmawati Rahmawati , Mellita Sari Cut Putri
Published: January 2025

The reason for this study was to decide how much impact the Town Asset and Town Asset Distribution have on the Neediness Level in Peureulak Area, East Aceh Rule. Eviews 10 is utilized to consolidate Cross-Segment information with Time Series in this review. This study used panel data in five villages in the East Aceh Regency's Peureulak District from 2015 to 2022. The chosen panel model, the Random Effect Model (REM), was tested and found to have a positive, which had a significant impact on the poverty rate in five villages in the East Aceh Regency's Peureulak District, and a negative, which had no impact at all. The consequences of synchronous testing show that the factors of town assets and what they are dispersed have a huge mean for on the destitution rate in five towns in the Peureulak Subdistrict of the East Aceh Locale.
THE INFLUENCE OF GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT, IMPORTS AND THE EXCHANGE RATE ON FOREIGN EXCHANGE RESERVES IN INDONESIA
Authors: Zulfikar Zulfikar , Syafira Syarifah
Published: January 2025

This research aims to analyze the influence of gross domestic product, imports and the exchange rate on foreign exchange reserves in Indonesia in the short and long term. This research uses secondary data obtained from World Bank publications for 32 years (1991-2022). To achieve the results of this research, Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) dynamic model analysis was used using the Eviews program. The results of this research in the short term show that the gross domestic product variable has a positive and insignificant effect, imports have a negative and insignificant effect, while the exchange rate has a positive and significant effect on foreign exchange reserves. In the long term, the results of this research show that the gross domestic product and exchange rate variables have a positive and significant effect on foreign exchange reserves, while imports have a negative and significant effect on foreign exchange reserves in Indonesia.
WORK-LIFE BALANCE IN INDIAN WORKPLACES: ROLE OF LABOUR REGULATIONS
Authors: Sharma Deepankar
Published: January 2025

Work-life balance has become a critical issue in modern societies, reflecting the need for workers to manage their professional responsibilities while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. In India, the rapid pace of economic development, coupled with increasing urbanization and changing social dynamics, has made work-life balance a pressing concern. Labor regulations play a pivotal role in shaping the work environment and, by extension, the ability of workers to achieve a balanced life. This analysis explores the labor regulations in India, their impact on work-life balance, and the challenges and opportunities they present.
Promoting sustainable food choices with nudging techniques
Authors: László Veronika
Published: January 2025

This research explores the use of nudging techniques in order to encourage more sustainable
food consumption among university students. Nudging, a concept proposed by (Thaler, 2018),
offers a novel approach to guide individuals towards desired behaviours without limiting their
freedom of choice. Understanding how nudging can be applied in mensas is crucial for
promoting sustainable eating habits among students (Kawa et al., 2022).
The research examines nudging strategies employed in mensas in Germany, focusing on choice
architecture, menu labelling, and social norms. Data is gathered through observation, short onsite interviews and analysis of existing practices in campus cafeterias.
Choice architecture, through strategic placement of sustainable options and adjusting default
choices, significantly influences food selection among students. Menu labelling, featuring
calorie counts and environmental impact indicators, empowers students to make informed
decisions. Highlighting the popularity of sustainable options through social norms further
encourages adoption of eco-friendly eating habits. Implementing nudging strategies in
university mensas presents a promising avenue for promoting sustainable food consumption,
contributing to healthier lifestyles and environmental conservation among the student
community.
Governance Framework and Implementation Paths of the Green Transformation of Vocational Education and Training in the European Union
Authors: Xueying Tian
Published: January 2025

The European Union is deeply committed to weaving the principles of green transformation
into the fabric of Vocational Education and Training (VET) systems, aiming to advance the
achievement of sustainable development goals. In light of this commitment, a governance
framework specifically tailored for this purpose has been developed, following a thorough
analysis of the myriad factors that play a crucial role in steering the vocational education sector
towards a greener future. This framework is built upon four key pillars: the roles and interests
of stakeholders, the relevance and depth of the educational content, the strategic direction and
aims of vocational training, and the teaching methodologies employed. It delineates four
strategic directions to ensure the successful embedding of green transformation within VET:
leveraging policy objectives to nurture and disseminate the principles of green transformation;
refining educational techniques to better meet the expectations of the labor market; boosting
the capabilities of educators to incorporate green transformation concepts in their teaching; and
broadening the scope of financial support mechanisms to enhance fairness and accessibility in
green-oriented educational initiatives. Furthermore, a series of case studies from various EU
member countries, including France, Spain, Denmark, and Estonia, have shed light on effective
governance models that include anticipating future skill needs, encouraging partnerships across
different sectors, securing support from government funding, and emphasizing the education of
communities at a disadvantage. These case studies provide a window into a holistic strategy for
infusing green transformation into VET, with the dual objectives of preparing learners with the
competencies necessary for a sustainable future and guaranteeing equitable, inclusive
educational pathways in a rapidly changing employment landscape.
Pengaruh gaya kepemimpinan, budaya kerja dan partisipasi pegawai terhadap pembangunan manusia dan dampaknya pada kesejahteraan masyarakat
Authors: Rahman Abdul
Published: January 2025

Pembangunan manusia merupakan indikator utama keberhasilan suatu negara dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup masyarakat. Namun, Indeks Pembangunan Manusia (IPM) di Provinsi Sulawesi Selatan masih berada di bawah rata-rata nasional, dengan IPM Kabupaten Bantaeng menempati peringkat 312 dari 511 kabupaten/kota di Indonesia, atau hampir di level terbawah. Kondisi ini mendorong perlunya upaya pembangunan kawasan tertinggal untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh langsung Gaya Kepemimpinan, Budaya Kerja, dan Partisipasi Pegawai terhadap Kesejahteraan Masyarakat di Kabupaten Bantaeng, serta pengaruh tidak langsung melalui Pembangunan Manusia. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode kausalitas. Data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner, wawancara, dan dokumen. Sampel berjumlah 150 responden terdiri dari pegawai SKPD dan masyarakat Kabupaten Bantaeng, dipilih dengan metode stratified dan proportional sampling. Data dianalisis menggunakan SEM (Structural Equation Modelling) dengan bantuan program AMOS 18. Pengujian validitas, reliabilitas, dan Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) dilakukan sebelum analisis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Gaya Kepemimpinan, Budaya Kerja, dan Partisipasi Pegawai secara langsung dan signifikan berpengaruh positif terhadap Pembangunan Manusia di Kabupaten Bantaeng. Ketiga variabel tersebut juga memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap Kesejahteraan Masyarakat, baik secara langsung maupun tidak langsung melalui Pembangunan Manusia, dnegan Gaya Kepemimpinan memiliki pengaruh tidak langsung yang dominan terhadap Kesejahteraan Masyarakat. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini menegaskan pentingnya peningkatan Gaya Kepemimpinan, Budaya Kerja, dan Partisipasi Pegawai untuk mendorong Pembangunan Manusia yang berkontribusi pada Kesejahteraan Masyarakat. Implikasi hasil penelitian ini adalah perlunya strategi penguatan faktor-faktor tersebut dalam program pembangunan masyarakat untuk mengatasi ketertinggalan di Kabupaten Bantaeng.
The influence of ethical leadership and ethical culture on ethical behavior in higher education institutions
Authors: Herminingsih Anik
Published: January 2025

Educational institutions play a crucial role as examples of ethical behavior enforcement in society. This study aims to examine the influence of ethical leadership on ethical behavior through the mediating role of ethical culture in Universitas Mercu Buana, a higher education institution accredited in Jakarta. Specifically, the research investigates how leadership shapes the ethical culture and, subsequently, ethical behavior among academic and administrative staff, thereby setting an example for students in ethical behavior formation. The research employs a quantitative approach with a causality design. Data were collected using structured questionnaires distributed to 150 academic and administrative staff as respondents, selected through purposive sampling. The data were analyzed using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) with the AMOS software to identify direct and indirect relationships between variables. The findings reveal that ethical leadership has a significant positive effect on ethical culture (CR = 4.233, P = 0.000) and ethical behavior (CR = 6.677, P = 0.000). Furthermore, ethical culture mediates the relationship between ethical leadership and ethical behavior, emphasizing its pivotal role in shaping ethical practices. These results highlight the importance of fostering ethical leadership and culture within educational institutions to promote ethical behavior. The study concludes that strengthening ethical leadership and cultivating an ethical culture in higher education can significantly contribute to forming ethical attitudes and behaviors, which are essential for graduates and society. Practical implications include the need for ethics-based leadership training and the establishment of institutional policies that reinforce ethical norms. These findings offer valuable insights for both academic researchers and practitioners in organizational ethics.
Solution for Environmentally Friendly Silver Surface Magnetron Sputtering Color Titanium Film Layer Technology
Authors: Huan Zhu  , Krisada Daoruang  , Chalisa Apiwathnasorn
Published: January 2025

Silver is an elegant white precious metal, but it is easily oxidized by O3, SO2, and H2S in the air, turning yellow or dark, which affects its decorative effect. The existing silver coating, primarily prepared through the electroplating process, poses serious environmental pollution problems. It is necessary to seek new, green, and environmentally friendly coating processes while also enhancing the color palette of silver jewelry coatings. Titanium film layers were deposited on Ag925 and Ag999 surfaces using magnetron sputtering coating technology. The effects of sputtering time, substrate surface state, reaction gas type and time, and film thickness on the color of the film layers were studied, and the anti discoloration performance of the obtained film layers under the optimal process was tested. The experimental results show that when the sputtering time varies from 5 to 10 minutes, injecting argon, oxygen, and nitrogen into the coating chamber yields rich colors such as purple with a red tint, blue, yellow green, yellowish purple, and blue purple. The precise control of gas injection time has a significant impact on the color of the film layer. In terms of anti tarnish performance, the film showed good stability in the artificial sweat immersion test. From an environmental perspective, the magnetron sputtering titanium film process has no harmful gas or liquid emissions, which aligns with the sustainable development trend of the jewelry industry and holds great promise for application. This study has improved the visual effect and practical performance of the product, providing important theoretical basis and experimental data support for the application of environmentally friendly silver surface vacuum magnetron sputtering titanium thin film coating technology.
Analysis of patient satisfaction with health services at Sei Berombang Labuhanbatu Health Center
Authors: Badri Nur  , Chrismis Novalinda Ginting  , Ali Napiah. Nasution
Published: January 2025

The quality of health services is an essential factor in creating patient satisfaction and trust in health facilities. Puskesmas, as a critical health service, plays a central role in meeting the community's health needs, especially in remote areas such as Sei Berombang Labuhanbatu. However, the challenges faced by Puskesmas in providing adequate services often lead to variations in patient satisfaction levels. Lack of resources and infrastructure are barriers to improving service quality. This study aims to analyze the effect of health service quality dimensions on patient satisfaction at Puskesmas Sei Berombang in 2024. The method used was a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional analytic design involving 160 respondents from a population of 256 patients selected incidentally. Data were collected through interviews and online questionnaires and then analyzed using the Chi-Square test and multiple logistic regression. The results showed that reliability, assurance, tangibles, responsiveness, and empathy had a significant relationship with patient satisfaction, with p-values of 0.001, 0.008, 0.009, 0.002, and 0.003, respectively. The empathy variable has the most important influence on patient satisfaction, with an odds ratio (OR) of 8.256, indicating that increased empathy in service increases the chance of patient satisfaction by more than eight times. These findings highlight the importance of improving the quality of health services, especially empathy, to achieve optimal patient satisfaction. Therefore, service quality improvement strategies are recommended to focus on all five quality dimensions to effectively improve patient satisfaction in community health centers.
Evaluation of Tuberculosis Disease Surveillance System in DKI Jakarta Province in 2024: Structure, Function and Attribute Analysis
Authors: Ferizqo Ferdian Akhmad , Wahyono Tri Yunis Miko , Inggariwati
Published: January 2025

Indonesia ranks second worldwide in tuberculosis cases. Surveillance components for tuberculosis reporting have been facilitated by SITB. Program improvement recommendations should be implemented by smaller units, such as Public Health Centers, by analyzing data and disseminating it to relevant parties, with recommendations also made at the provincial level. This evaluation aims to describe the implementation of tuberculosis surveillance in DKI Jakarta. This descriptive study uses a mixed-methods approach of observation and structured interviews conducted in DKI Jakarta from April to June 2024. Data were sourced from SITB tuberculosis reports and in-depth interviews with nine tuberculosis officers from the Health Sub-Office, Public Health Centers, and hospitals. Surveillance system evaluation covered system structure, core functions, support functions, and system attributes based on WHO guidelines. System structure aspects related to legal aspects, networks, and partnerships are functioning well, although hospitals lack specific implementers. Core functions like detection, data collection, reporting, dissemination, and feedback operate optimally, though analysis and result interpretation are suboptimal. Support functions involving training and resources also need improvement. System attributes such as simplicity, completeness, representativeness, acceptability, and usefulness are optimal, but timeliness remains a challenge. Recommendations include increasing human resource capacity, reporting accuracy, and coverage of preventive therapy.
Analisis Situasi: Peningkatan Kasus Campak di Provinsi DKI Jakarta
Authors: Kendarti Suci Fatimah , Adnan Nurhayati , Henderawati Retno
Published: January 2025

Berbagai macam penyakit yang dapat dicegah dengan imunisasi seperti campak, difteri, pertusis, AFP, dan hepatitis B ditemukan di Provinsi DKI Jakarta. Analisis situasi dilakukan untuk menentukan besaran masalah PD3I, faktor penyebab, dan prioritas masalah kesehatan. Metode yang digunakan adalah studi kuantitatif dan kualitatif berdasarkan pendekatan PAHO-adopted Hanlon dengan melibatkan 14 ahli di bidang PD3I di Provinsi DKI Jakarta. Data primer diperoleh melalui wawancara dan pengisian skoring, sedangkan data sekunder berasal dari berbagai laporan dan surveilans. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa tiga masalah utama di DKI Jakarta adalah campak, difteri, dan pertusis. Campak menjadi prioritas utama karena peningkatan kasus signifikan (10 kali lipat) dibandingkan 2021. Faktor yang mempengaruhi kejadian Campak di Provinsi DKI Jakarta antara lain tenaga kesehatan yang sering berganti, faktor fasilitas kesehatan (ketersediaan reagen pemeriksaan Campak), riwayat tidak imunisasi pada orang yang terkena campak, beberapa kawasan yang menolak vaksin, kepadatan penduduk yang padat, terbatasnya jumlah laboratorium pemeriksaan Campak dan ketersediaan reagen pemeriksaan Campak, Klinik swasta/ RS Vertikal/ RS Swasta belum berpartisipasi aktif dalam pelaporan kasus suspek Campak sehingga pencatatan dan pelaporan baru dari Puskesmas
Pengaruh Entreprenuerial Leadership Terhadap Organizational Performance : Mediasi Learning Organization Dan Organizational Commitment Pada Hotel Bintang Empat
Authors: Soleh Mohammad
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the influence of entrepreneurial leadership on organizational performance at four-star hotels in East Java, with mediating role of learning organization and organizational commitment. The research sample consisted of 71 respondents from the leadership or management of a four-star hotel in East Java, and the research methodology used an explanatory research approach. PLS-SEM is the analytical method used. The results show entrepreneurial leadership has a positive and significant effect on learning organizations and organizational commitment, learning organization and organizational commitment have a positive and significant effect on organizational performance, learning organization and organizational commitment both significantly mediate the influence of entrepreneurial leadership on organizational performance. There is one rejected hypothesis, entrepreneurial leadership has no significant effect on organizational performance.Studi ini bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh kepemimpinan kewirausahaan terhadap kinerja hotel bintang empat di Jawa Timur, dengan peran mediasi dari learning organization dan komitmen organisasi. Rancangan penelitian menggunakan pendekatan explanatory research, dengan sampel penelitian adalah pimpinan atau manajemen hotel bintang empat di Jawa Timur dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 71 responden. Teknik analisis menggunakan Partial Least Square-SEM (PLS-SEM). Temuan penelitian menunjukkan organisasi pembelajaran dan komitmen organisasi dipengaruhi secara signifikan oleh kepemimpinan kewirausahaan, keduanya juga berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja organisasi, serta berperan sebagai mediator yang signifikan dari kepemimpinan kewirausahaan terhadap kinerja organisasi. Selanjutnya ada satu hipotesis yang ditolak yaitu kepemimpinan kewirausahaan tidak terbukti berpengaruh terhadap kinerja organisasi.entrepreneurial leadership, learning organization, organizational commitment, organizational performance
Pengaruh Kualitas Layanan, Citra Merek Dan Promosi Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Pada Toko Nada Swalayan di Kabupaten Sampang
Authors: Sholeh Moh , Firmansyah Muhammad Anang
Published: January 2025

This study aimed to determine the effect of service quality, brand image, and promotion on purchasing decisions at Nada Swalayan, Sampang Regency, Partially and Simultaneously. This type of research was quantitative with linier regression analysis. Respondents in this study were consumers who shop at Nada Supermarkets. The number of respondents who became the sample of this study was 115 people. The sampling method used in this study was Accidental Sampling. The data quality test includes validity and reliability tests and classical assumption tests: normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity. The result of this study partially indicated that service quality, brand image, and promotion had a significant positive effect on purchasing decisions. Simultaneously, service quality, brand image and brand promotion resulted significantly in 79.7% of purchase decisions
 
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kualitas layanan, citra merek dan promosi terhadap keputusan pembelian di Nada Swalayan Kabupaten Sampang secara Parsial dan Simultan. Jenis penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif dengan analisis regresi linear. Responden dalam penelitian ini adalah konsumen yang berbelanja di Nada Swalayan. Jumlah responden yang menjadi sampel penelitian ini adalah 115 orang. Metode penentuan sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Accidental Sampling. Uji kualitas data yang digunakan meliputi uji validitas dan uji reabilitas serta uji asumsi klasik meliputi uji normalitas, multikolineritas dan heteroskedastisitas. Hasil penelitian ini secara parsial menunjukkan bahwa kualitas layanan, citra merek dan promosi berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian. Secara simultan kualitas layanan, citra merek dan promosi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian dengan pengaruh sebesar 79,7%.
Keywords: Kualitas Layanan, Citra Merek dan Promosi
Subjects of public authority in matters of combating terrorism: legal regulation, administrative and criminal aspect
Authors: Sinkevych Olena , Yurovskа Viktoriia , Komissarova Natalia , Tkachenko Oleksandr , Leheza Yevhen
Published: January 2025

The purpose of the research is disclosing the administrative and legal status of public administration subjects regarding countering terrorism. Main content. It has been established that a fairly clear and logical structure of state bodies regarding organization and coordination of the fight against terrorism has been created in Ukraine. The system of counter-terrorism entities is a set of specific, legally defined entities that interact with the goal of preventing, detecting, stopping, and minimizing consequences of terrorist activities. Methodology:  The following methods were used in the research: analysis of biographical sources, synthesis, deduction, comparative analysis, meta-analysis, etc. Conclusions. It has been established that the President of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine and the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine are the key actors in countering terrorism in Ukraine in the system of higher authorities. The defining areas of activity of the President of Ukraine in the sphere of countering terrorism are the activities aimed at the regulatory and legal support of countering terrorism in Ukraine creation, liquidation, reorganization and management of the relevant counter-terrorism subjects.
Integración regional sudamericana: ¿Solo depende de la convergencia política de sus gobiernos?
Authors: Apunte Juan Francisco Camino
Published: January 2025

La integración regional sudamericana forma parte de la retórica política de América del Sur desde la creación de las primeras organizaciones regionales en 1969. No obstante, cada subcontinente (América Central, Sudamérica, América del Norte) ha constituido sus propios sistemas de integración y gobernanza. En Sudamérica, salvo la Comunidad Andina de Naciones (CAN) y el Mercado Común del Sur (MERCOSUR), se ha tenido un componente político importante, de modo que su fortalecimiento y permanencia están directamente relacionados con la convergencia política entre los Gobiernos de la región, los cuales tienen la competencia constitucional de la formulación y ejecución de la política exterior. En ese orden de ideas, el presente artículo analizó a través de un Análisis Cualitativo Comparado (QCA) si efectivamente es la dimensión política la que explica la promoción, el fomento y la consolidación de la integración regional en el subcontinente. Para tal efecto, se plantearon dos dimensiones: a) económica, medida a través de dos variables como son la complementariedad e interdependencia comercial; y b) la dimensión política, medida a través de dos variables, como la distancia ideológica. Finalmente, se examinó si el fomento a la integración es parte de las constituciones de cada país.
Neocapitalismo Y Resiliencia: La Cultura De La Autoayuda Como Mecanismo De Adaptación Y Control
Authors: Meneses Benítez Marilyn Yadira
Published: January 2025

Este artículo examina cómo la cultura de autoayuda y el discurso de la resiliencia se han arraigado en las sociedades contemporáneas, configurando subjetividades orientadas hacia la figura de un ciudadano resiliente, individualizado, autosuficiente que favorece los intereses del neocapitalismo. En respuesta a las demandas de este modelo, surgen estrategias de resiliencia diseñadas para sobrevivir a un contexto de continua crisis, precarización e incertidumbre. En primer lugar, se analiza el panorama actual del neocapitalismo y las demandas que impone sobre los individuos, enfatizando en la necesidad de adaptación continua y la presión por el éxito individual. Luego, se explora cómo la autoayuda ha penetrado en la cultura, intergrándose como parte del sentido común. Posteriormente, se analizan las estrategias de resiliencia que los individuos adoptan para enfrentar los desafíos del neocapitalismo. Finalmente, el artículo concluye con una reflexión crítica sobre el auge de estas estrategias y las implicaciones de la despolitización del bienestar y la individualización de la responsabilidad.
El Influencer Como Sujeto Político Caso Maruri Y Logan Y Logan Durante La Campaña Presidencial De Guillermo Lasso
Authors: Acosta Corral Monserrat , Sánchez Jánosik Zsofia
Published: January 2025

Las redes sociales han marcado el paso de la política tradicional a la política actual, especialmente en el desarrollo de las campañas electorales donde la figura del influencer se ha destacado como un actor relevante. Este sujeto político ha sido estudiado principalmente desde el marketing y la comunicación dejando de lado su papel como sujeto-acción dentro de la política. Por esta razón, el objetivo de esta investigación es estudiar el rol del influencer en la campaña presidencial de Guillermo Lasso durante las elecciones del 2021 desde la categoría analítica de la simplificación de la política. La metodología es de carácter cualitativo e interpretativo. Se realiza un análisis de los productos digitales creados durante la campaña electoral por dos influencers: Eduardo Maruri y Logan y Logan. En la primera sección se lleva a cabo la caracterización del influencer en el contexto de la campaña presidencial. En la segunda, se expone el lugar que ocupa el influencer dentro de la sociedad del espectáculo y la inmediatez; de la misma manera se presenta las estrategias que surgieron a partir de la comercialización del contenido político e imagen del influencer. La tercera sección abordará la función de asimilación y concreción de la información en los contenidos digitales de TikTok e Instagram vinculados a la campaña. Esta investigación muestra el papel del influencer como simplificador de la realidad a partir de productos audiovisuales entretenidos y sencillos que se enmarcan en las lógicas de las plataformas digitales, con los cuales captan la atención de sus usuarios, interpelan sus emociones e influyen en su elección y comportamiento.
Network Interventions to Improve Search and Facilitate Research-Practice Transfer
Authors: Neal Jennifer Watling , Neal Zachary P.
Published: January 2025

Research-practice transfer involves bidirectional communication between researchers and practitioners, while the research-practice gap refers to breakdowns in this communication. Network interventions are often viewed as a promising way to bridge this gap. However the focus has primarily been on interventions designed to facilitate researchers' ability to push out (i.e., disseminate) their research. In this study, we propose three simple network interventions designed to facilitate practitioners' ability to pull in (i.e., search for) useful research. Simulations suggest that all three interventions improve both the success and efficiency of practitioners' search for researchers in their social networks. We conclude with a discussion of how and where these network interventions might be useful.
Experiences of young people and parents waiting for mental health services in the UK: a qualitative study to inform policy and practice
Authors: Han Emeline , Burton Alexandra , Bradbury Alexandra , Hayes Daniel , Wright Joely , Sticpewich Lou , Page Joanna , Fancourt Daisy
Published: January 2025

Background: Long waits for mental health services are known to increase symptom severity and decrease treatment engagement among children and young people (CYP). Yet, we have almost no understanding of the lived experiences of waiting among CYP and their parents/guardians (PG), and how to improve these experiences or reduce the negative impact of waiting. Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the experiences and coping strategies of CYP and PG waiting for child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) in England to inform policy and practice. Method: In this qualitative study, we conducted semi-structured interviews with a purposive sample of 20 CYP (aged 11-17) and 15 PG from CAMHS sites geographically spread across England. We used reflexive thematic analysis to analyse the data. Results: We identified four themes that characterised participants’ experiences of waiting: (1) decline in mental and physical health, (2) strain on family dynamics and wider relationships, (3) unclear processes and communication, and (4) perceived mismatch between need and support. We also identified four themes illustrating participants’ coping strategies while waiting: (1) using self-help and parenting resources, (2) engaging in hobbies, (3) relying on social support, and (4) seeking alternative services. Conclusions: There is an urgent need to shorten CAMHS wait times as our findings corroborate the adverse effects of waiting on CYP and their families, with mental health worsening not just due to time passing but as a direct result of being put on a waiting list. Additional evidence-informed recommendations include: (1) improving communication and information sharing to reduce anxiety and stress throughout the referral and waiting process, (2) providing immediate interim support to mitigate against mental health deterioration while waiting, and (3) tailoring care to CYP’s needs and preferences to improve treatment engagement and outcomes.
Advanced high bandwidth applications of integrated optical frequency Kerr microcombs
Authors: Moss David
Published: January 2025

Optical microcombs represent a new paradigm for generating laser frequency combs based on compact chip-scale devices, which have underpinned many modern technological advances for both fundamental science and industrial applications. Along with the surge in activity related to optical micro-combs in the past decade, their applications have also experienced rapid progress ‒ not only in traditional fields such as frequency synthesis, signal processing, and optical communications, but also in new interdisciplinary fields spanning the frontiers of light detection and ranging (LiDAR), astronomical detection, neuromorphic computing, and quantum optics. This paper reviews the applications of optical microcombs. First, an overview of the devices and methods for generating optical microcombs is provided, which are categorized into material platforms, device architectures, soliton classes, and driving mechanisms. Second, the broad applications of optical microcombs are systematically reviewed, which are categorized into microwave photonics, optical communications, precision measurements, neuromorphic computing, and quantum optics. Finally, the current challenges and future perspectives are discussed.
From Crisis to Cure: Phage Therapy’s Clinical Role in Combating Multidrug-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii
Authors: Tarasenko Anita , Papudeshi Bhavya , Grigson Susanna , Mallawaarachchi Viji , Hutton Abbey , warner morgyn , Barr Jeremy , iredell jonathan , eijkelkamp bart , Edwards Robert A.
Published: January 2025

The global rise in antibiotic resistance poses a critical threat to healthcare, with Acinetobacter baumannii emerging as a significant pathogen due to its multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) strains. These infections, often impervious to last-line antibiotics, present immense clinical challenges. Mechanisms such as capsule formation, biofilm production, β-lactamase, and efflux pump systems drive its resilience, enabling immune evasion and antimicrobial resistance. Phage therapy offers a targeted approach by exploiting bacterial surface receptors, such as capsules or efflux pump components, to infect and kill resistant strains while preserving the host microbiome. Recent clinical studies highlight its potential to resolve severe MDR infections, including targeting efflux pumps to restore antibiotic efficacy. However, challenges such as phage-resistant variants, regulatory hurdles, and scalable production remain. This review examines the transformative potential of phage therapy against A. baumannii, addressing breakthroughs, obstacles, and future directions as a critical tool against MDR pathogens.
Perception-Guided EEG Analysis: A Deep Learning Approach Inspired by Level of Detail (LOD) Theory
Authors: Tong BG
Published: January 2025

Objectiv: This study aims to explore a novel deep learning approach for analyzing electroencephalogram (EEG) data and guiding human perceptual states, inspired by the Level of Detail (LOD) theory. The core objective is to improve the accuracy of identifying perceptual states from EEG signals and to provide new avenues for personalized psychological therapy. Methods: The research employs portable EEG devices to collect data, combined with music rhythm signals for analysis. We introduce the LOD theory to dynamically adjust the processing levels of EEG signals, extracting core features related to perception. The software system is developed using the Unity engine, integrating audio materials and MIDI structures, and enabling the integration of EEG data with Unity. The deep learning model includes a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) for feature extraction and classification, and a Deep Q-Network (DQN) for reinforcement learning to optimize music rhythm adjustment strategies. Results: The CNN model achieved a 94.05% accuracy in the perceptual state classification task, demonstrating excellent classification performance. The DQN model successfully guided subjects' EEG signals to the target perceptual state with a 92.45% success rate on the validation set, requiring an average of 13.2 rhythm cycles to complete the state guidance. However, subjective feedback from users indicated that approximately 50% of the researchers experienced psychological sensations corresponding to the target state during the rhythm adjustment process, suggesting room for improvement in the system's effectiveness. Discussion: The experimental results validate the potential of the LOD-based deep learning algorithm in EEG biofeedback and perceptual guidance. Despite the preliminary achievements, the study has limitations, such as the single source of the dataset, the subjectivity of labels, and the need for further optimization of the dynamic adjustment mechanism in the reinforcement learning reward function. Future research will expand to diverse subject groups, introduce more varied musical elements, and explore more advanced reward functions to enhance the model's generalization ability and personalized experience.
Ransomware Detection Through Contextual Bytecode Pattern Analytics
Authors: Flanagan Thomas , Underwood Hugo , Chatterton Quentin , Cattermole Alastair
Published: January 2025

Sophisticated detection frameworks are critical for addressing the complexities introduced through the evolving tactics of malicious actors. The approach described integrates contextual bytecode pattern analytics to uncover latent structural and operational characteristics unique to ransomware families. Automated feature extraction processes minimize reliance on human intervention, enabling scalability and rapid adaptation across diverse datasets. Through the analysis of opcode sequences and control flow graphs, the framework identifies distinguishing attributes, effectively classifying previously unseen ransomware variants. Experimental evaluations reveal consistently high detection accuracies, paired with low false positive rates, across diverse ransomware families and benign applications. Resource efficiency analysis demonstrates the system's suitability for real-time deployment in environments requiring high-throughput processing. Furthermore, detailed insights into feature discrimination validate the interpretability of the proposed model, offering a foundation for improved cybersecurity measures. The novel integration of advanced classification algorithms enhances precision while preserving robustness against the diverse range of ransomware behaviors observed in contemporary attacks. The proposed methodology not only demonstrates technical efficacy but also establishes a scalable and adaptive standard for addressing one of the most pressing challenges in cybersecurity.
Integrating Advances in Personality Science to Re-Examine the Trait Theory of Voice Disorders
Authors: Welch Brett , Helou Leah , Wright Aidan G.C.
Published: January 2025

Purpose: Voice disorders associated with vocal hyperfunction are some of the most common vocal pathologies. Certain personality traits are thought to be a risk factor for developing these disorders. The Trait Theory of Voice Disorders (TTVD) provided a unified framework to understand these relationships. This study re-examines the TTVD by adopting current theories and methods from personality science. Method: This cross-sectional study recruited individuals diagnosed with primary muscle tension dysphonia (MTD) or a diagnosis associated with phonotraumatic vocal hyperfunction (PVH), i.e., benign bilateral lesions of the lamina propria and bilateral or unilateral vocal fold polyp(s). Participants completed a contemporary personality battery. Data were analyzed via structural equation modeling and compared to vocally healthy controls.Results: Several significant differences existed between vocally healthy controls (n = 415) and participants with MTD (n = 71) or PVH (n = 38). Compared to the controls, participants with MTD reported lower levels of Stability, Plasticity, Conscientiousness, Openness/Intellect and the corresponding aspects of Industriousness and Intellect, respectively. Conversely, the MTD cohort was significantly higher in Neuroticism and its two corresponding aspects, Withdrawal and Volatility. Likewise, when compared to controls, the PVH reported significantly lower levels of Stability, Agreeableness, its aspect Politeness, and the aspect of Industriousness. Finally, compared to the MTD cohort, individuals with PVH were higher on Extraversion, specifically the aspect of Assertiveness, and lower on the aspect of Politeness. Conclusions: The current study largely replicates the initial TTVD studies updates them with a modern theory of personality. These results provide a strong foundation for future investigations to continue to study the relationships between personality traits and voice disorders.
Spatio-temporal analysis of the extremes of precipitation and temperature in the capital cities of India
Authors: Singh Manjari , Ouedraogo Mathieu , Nain Ajeet Singh
Published: January 2025

This study presents an analysis of extreme temperature and precipitation events in the capital cities of India during 40-years study period (1982-2022). Daily maximum temperature, minimum temperature, and rainfall from NASA-POWER were used to compute climate extreme indices, recommended by the Expert Team on Climate Change Detection and Indices (ETCCDI) and Expert Team on Sector-Specific Climate Indices (ET-SCI). This is the first study analyzing the trend of extreme indices, with a focus only on its capital cities, and not for the country as a whole. Findings indicate that capital cities situated in the western ghat, islands, and Himalayan range, especially the north-eastern part of the country recorded increasing extremes of both temperature and precipitation in the last 40 years. The cities have experienced overall night-time warming and day-time cooling during the study period. A maximum decrease of -2.16oC was observed in Aizawl for the mean maximum temperature (TXm), whereas, an increase of +1oC was found in Kavaratti. There was a significant decrease in the summer days (SU25; 72 days in Aizawl), whereas, the tropical nights were observed to have significantly increased (TR20; 40 days in Shillong). In terms of precipitation extreme indices, cities located in the eastern and north-eastern parts of the country were exposed to the risks of higher amount and intensity of rainfall. Cities such as Patna and Lucknow however, witnessed significant reduction in the rainfall, and thus increased consecutive dry days. Overall, our study recommends the urgent need of planning considering the trend of these indices and taking appropriate action.
Psychiatric symptoms are associated with poor performance and enhanced metacognition in computationally complex decisions
Authors: Lu Xiaping
Published: January 2025

Humans make computationally demanding complex decisions. These are fundamentally different from simple perceptual, knowledge, and value-based decisions, as they are often computationally intractable. Here, we investigated how performance and metacognition in complex decision-making are related to psychopathology, using a large-scale online experiment and a transdiagnostic approach in psychiatry. In the experiment, 800 participants completed a complex decision-making task and psychiatric questionnaires. Factor analysis of the questionnaire data identified three transdiagnostic dimensions of psychiatric symptoms. We found that higher scores on a dimension characterized by compulsive behavior and intrusive thought were associated with diminished performance, increased confidence level, and enhanced metacognitive ability in the complex decision-making task. Furthermore, the other dimensions, characterized by anxiety, depression, inattention, impulsivity, and overactivity, were correlated with reduced confidence level, but not with decision performance or metacognitive ability. These findings deepen our understanding of computationally demanding complex decision-making in the context of its relationship with psychopathology.