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Improving Sustainable Financing for Universal Health Coverage in Bhutan: Exploring Policy Options and Financial Strategies
Authors: Tshering Ugyen , Sharma Jayendra , Tshering Dorji , Dendup Tandin
Published: May 2024

Deeply rooted in its developmental philosophy of gross national
happiness (GNH), Bhutan’s healthcare system strives towards achieving a
shared goal of universal health coverage (UHC). Despite being primarily
financed by the government, the healthcare system faces a plethora of
challenges. To overcome these hurdles and achieve UHC goals, expanding
the fiscal space for health and improving operational efficiency is
crucial. This policy brief aims to address Bhutan’s evolving healthcare
landscape and advance the achievement of UHC through two policy options.
The first policy option focuses on dual objective of improving health
outcomes and promoting financial sustainability by leveraging heath
taxes, while the second option emphasises reinforcing a systematic
Health Technology Assessment (HTA) in the healthcare system. First, to
promote financial sustainability, the proposal suggests introducing
earmarked taxes on alcohol and tobacco products for the health sector.
Global evidence suggests that earmarked taxes are a reliable source of
revenue for health, and Bhutan’s high prevalence of tobacco and alcohol
consumers assures a reliable revenue base. The Goods and Services Tax
(GST) will be implemented in 2024, and it will be a good opportunity for
the Ministry of Health to advocate and negotiate with Ministry of
Finance (MoF) for the earmarked taxes to the health sector. Second,
integration of HTA into policymaking and decision-making processes is
essential for effective resource allocation in UHC. Nurturing and
strengthening the existing HTA structure under MoH and establishing a
dedicated multidisciplinary HTA Committee will ensure informed
decision-making and resource optimization. HTA evidence should abided to
revise health service standards, develop clinical guidelines, make
procurement decisions, and set healthcare priorities. These policy
options can assist the country in improving ensure financial
sustainability, enhance effective resource allocation and utilisation,
and improve healthcare delivery, aligning with its vision of GNH and
ultimately accelerating progress towards achieving UHC.
Domestic leisure tourism destination choice and who do we trust: The case of Bulgaria
Authors: Naumov Nikola , Varadzhakova Desislava , Naydenov Alexander
Published: May 2024

Destination marketing and branding are key factors that considerably influence the destination choices for both domestic and international visitors. Understanding the dynamics of how tourists select which destination to visit is crucial for destination planners, tourism organizations, and businesses. This is particularly so in the context of domestic tourism, in which it is imperative to study the factors that influence consumer choices and more specifically, the factors that influence domestic destination choices. This paper explores the influence of different information sources when choosing a destination in the context of the domestic tourism market in Bulgaria. The study is based on the data collected from a national representative survey (N = 1,003) which utilizes a two-staged random sample stratified by districts and the residence place type. The findings suggest that the most influential information source for destination choice for domestic visitors is the opinions/suggestions of friends and relatives. This is the case for all age groups, regardless of their gender, marital status, number of children, education levels, income, or place of residence. The findings of the study provide valuable insights into the existent literature on domestic tourism and destination marketing. Although particularly focused on the unique dynamics of domestic tourism in Bulgaria, the findings of the study can be useful to tourism stakeholders at destinations with a developed domestic market, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe.
Adult-onset Still’s disease and Muckle-Wells syndrome - two sides of the same coin?
Authors: Radunovic Goran , Velickovic Zoran , Jevtic Jovan , Pavlov-Dolijanovic Slavica
Published: May 2024

Introduction. Adult-onset Still?s disease (AOSD), a systemic inflammatory disorder, often represents a heterogeneous entity and diagnosis requires the exclusion of mimicking disorders, including autoinflammatory diseases. We present a patient who meets the diagnostic criteria for AOSD and Muckle?Wells syndrome (MWS). Case outline. A 35-year-old male presented with lymphadenopathy and a chronic nonspecific rash, fever spikes, widespread arthralgia, and joint effusions. Laboratory results showed increased inflammation, leukocytosis, neutrophilia, thrombocytosis, and elevated liver enzymes, accompanied by negative immunoserological tests. Patient was diagnosed with AOSD and prednisone (15 mg/d), methotrexate (10 mg/w) and chloroquine (250 mg/d) are introduced in therapy. Due to refractory course, patient was introduced with anti IL-6 biological agent tocilizumab in 2014 (8 mg/kg monthly). However, after three doses, the drug is stopped due to disease exacerbation. In 2015, there was suspicion that there was another underlying disease from the autoinflammatory spectrum, but DNA analysis of the most common mutations in the NLRP3 gene was negative. In 2017, an ear, nose, and throat specialist confirmed bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, and in 2019, amyloidosis was confirmed after biopsy of the duodenum. Patient fulfilled a new-proposed diagnostic criteria for MWS and confirmation of mutation in NLRP3 gene is not obligatory according to Eurofever registry. Conclusion. The symptoms of AOSD and MWS partly overlap, as well as their diagnostic criteria. In chronic refractory cases of AOSD, evaluation of diagnosis should be performed and autoinflammatory syndromes must be kept in mind.
Heat transfer simulation and performance optimization of plate-type phase change energy storage unit
Authors: Miao Long , Wan Rui , Liu Zhen , Wu Huawei
Published: May 2024

As the core of the phase change energy storage technology, the heat transfer performance of the phase change energy storage unit has an important impact on the operating efficiency of the energy storage system. In this study, a 3-D CFD model of the plate-type phase change energy storage unit is established to simulate the melting process of paraffin wax. Three types of plate-type phase change energy storage unit models are established, without ribs, single rib, and double ribs. The influence of cylindrical rib on natural convection melting process of paraffin is studied, which provides the basis for the design and performance optimization of plate-type phase change energy storage unit, and improve its application value. The results show that the melting time of paraffin in the energy storage unit without ribs is 858 seconds , and the melting time is shortened to 827~842 seconds after adding single rib. The melting time of paraffin wax with single rib is lower than that with double ribs. For the plate-type phase change energy storage unit, adding ribs at the central section can effectively improve the melting rate of phase change material. The single rib A located at the lower part of the central section has the greatest promotion effect on paraffin melting. The key to enhance the phase change heat transfer process in plate-type phase change energy storage unit is the paraffin in the lower half of the symmetry plane.
Numerical analysis of flow mechanism between sealing flow and mainstream exhausted from pulse detonation combustor
Authors: Wang Bo , Zheng Long-Xi , Lu Jie , Yang Yu-Dong , Zhou Dao-En
Published: May 2024

A conventional axial turbine drived by a pulse detonation combustor heavily challenges the turbine cooling and hot gas sealing. In order to fully understand the physical behavior of ingress and egress effect with the pulse inlet mainstream, a study is carried out to investigate the unsteady flow field and sealing efficiency inside the cavity using the method of unsteady, 3-D CFD simulation. The pulse detonation inflow boundary condition simplified using simple exponential decay formulas are applied to the inlet of mainstream passage. The results reveal that the magnitude of sealing gas pressure does affect the pressure and sealing efficiency distribution inside cavity. The sealing efficiency inside the cavity goes through three sub-stages, respectively, ?the decline stage?, ?the plateau stage?, and ?the recovery stage?. when the sealing gas pressure increases, the sealing efficiency of these three sub-stages will increase, and the duration of ? the plateau stage ? and ?the recovery stage? will decrease. As a result, the ability of turbine cavity that resist the ingress of pulse detonation inflow can be augmented with the sealing gas pressure increases.
Study on cooling of bionic leaf-vein channel liquid-cooled plate for lithium-ion battery pack
Authors: Sun Guangqiang , Li Zhiqiang , Wang Fang , Liu Xianfei , Ba Yichun
Published: May 2024

In order to improve the cooling effect of lithium-ion battery packs, a bionic leaf-vein channel liquid-cooled plate was proposed. The liquid-cooled plate was numerically simulated using ANSYS FLUENT. The results show that at different Reynolds numbers, the pressure drop of the bionic leaf-vein channel is always smaller than that of the serpentine channel, and the local pressure drop of the bionic leaf-vein channel is 88.43% lower than that of the serpentine channel. The pressure drop of the bionic leaf-vein channel increases gradually with the increase of the branching angle, the branching angle increases from 35?-45?, and the pressure drop increases by 212.27 Pa. The Reynolds number increases from 500-7500, and the maximum temperature of the lithium-ion battery pack reduces by 3.74 K, and the maximum temperature difference reduces by 2.25 K.
Key technologies of two-phase pulse detonation combustor
Authors: Yang Yudong , Zheng Longxi , Wang Bo , Lu Jie , Li Qing
Published: May 2024

The pulse detonation combustor is a new type of power device based on periodic high temperature and high pressure gas generated by detonation combustion as thrust. Due to its extremely fast heat release rate, detonation combustion has the characteristics of high thermal efficiency, low fuel consumption and low pollutant emissions. In recent years, relevant institutions have conducted extensive research on pulse detonation combustors. However, most research results focus on single studies where the fuel and oxidant are in the gas phase. Based on the vision of engineering application of pulse detonation combustors, the research progress of two key pulse detonation technologies, fuel atomization blending technology and rapid short distance low resistance detonation technology, as well as the research status of two-phase pulse detonation combustion based on kerosene are introduced. Regarding fuel atomization and blending technology, this paper mainly introduces the fuel atomization mechanism of two phase detonation, fuel atomization technology and oil and gas blending technology. Regarding rapid short distance low resistance detonation technology, it mainly introduces obstacle assisted detonation technology, spark plug ignition technology, hot jet ignition technology, pre-detonation tube ignition technology, shock wave focusing detonation technology and plasma ignition technology.
Analysis of urban heat island effect based on changes of urban surface parameters
Authors: Teng Xiufu , Eun Kim
Published: May 2024

With the accelerated development of urbanization and industrialization, the scope of cities continues to expand. However, natural landscape such as vegetation and water in the city has been transformed into artificial impervious water. This has aggravated urban heat island effect and caused serious damage to the urban eco-logical environment. To explore the relevant factors that affect urban heat island effect, this study selects Tianjin, which has a high level of urbanization and a significant heat island effect, as the study area. Land satellite remote sensing images from 2013, 2018, and 2022 were selected for data acquisition. The analysis was conducted from the perspective of urban surface parameters changes. The selected urban surface parameters for this study include vegetation index, water body index, impermeable surface index, and surface temperature index. The heat island area will increase over time. In 2013, 2018, and 2022, the proportion of this area to the total area was 41.92%, 48.73%, and 49.16%, respectively. In 2022, the pro-portion of different regions in total area ranges from 40.21% to 54.22%. At this time, the heat island area of Dongli District is the largest and that of Jinnan District is the smallest. Surface temperature is negatively correlated with vegetation and water bodies, and positively correlated with impermeable water surfaces. Be-tween 2013 and 2022, over 90% of impermeable water surfaces belonged to heat island area, over 80% of vegetation belonged to green island area, and over 97% of water bodies belonged to green island area. In conclusion, the method proposed in the study can well analyze urban heat island effect and urban surface parameters change?s connection. This provides solid scientific data support for alleviating the heat island effect.
Impact of change in coal quality on operating parameters of Thermal Power Plant Stanari and its risk assessment
Authors: Jakovljevic Ivica , Lazarevic Marko , Pavlovic Natalija , Subaranovic Tomislav , Petrovic Milenko
Published: May 2024

The technical and technological characteristics of the Stanari Power Plant block were designed based on the results of the analysis of coal samples from the Raskovac opencast mine. There have not been any notable variations in the coal quality during the Stanari thermal power plant?s present operating term from the project?s stated values. For the expected lifetime of mine, i.e., the thermal power plant operation until 2050, it is necessary to unearth the total remaining available coal reserves from the Stanari basin. The thermal power plant?s operation may be significantly impacted by variations in coal quality at the Ostruznja opencast mine. The use of coal with quality parameters lower than designed can cause problems in the operation of the boiler, stoppages in operation, and an increased volume of maintenance and overhaul of the boiler. Coal quality control in the process of sampling, mining, transportation, and depositing of coal must be at a level that enables smooth operation of the thermal power plant. This paper presents test results during the operation of the thermal power plant burning coal of different quality, (lower calorific value in range from 9100 kJ/kg to ? 7500 kJ/kg), a risk assessment of long-term planning, and the effectiveness and economy of the thermal power plant operation. The potential economic effects and reliability of the operation of thermal power plants due to the increased consumption of coal, limestone and self-consumption in operating modes with significantly lower coal quality than designed were analyzed in particular.
Acoustic evoked potentials characteristics in patients with vertebral artery hypoplasia and posterior circulation stroke
Authors: Zivadinovic Biljana , Damjanovic Radomir , Todorovic Stefan , Zivadinovic Jelena , Stamenovic Jelena , Bojanovic Mila , Bojanovic Aleksandar , Ciric-Mladenovic Ivana , Jovanovic Hristina
Published: May 2024

Background/Aim. Acoustic evoked potentials (AEPs) represent an electrophysiological method used in diagnosing pathological changes of the brain stem (BSt), the acoustic nerve (its peripheral and central part), in patients in coma, in the confirmation of cerebral death, etc. The response includes seven negative waves which are generated in the structures of the BSt vascularized by the arteries of the posterior circulation. However, in everyday practice, due to their constancy, the first five waves are followed. The vertebral artery hypoplasia (VAH) is assumed to affect the AEPs finding. The current definition of VAH includes the criterion that the diameter of the blood vessel is ? 2 mm and that the ratio of the diameter of the left and right vertebral artery is ? 1 : 1.7. VAH is found in 5.3% of cases of the total population and its presence increases the risk of posterior circulation stroke (PCS). The aim of this study was to show a higher frequency of pathological findings of AEPs in patients with VAH and PCS and demonstrate the characteristics of AEP in that group of patients. Methods. This prospective study included 163 patients diagnosed with PCS over a period of two years. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging (MRI) established the diagnosis of PCS. Suspicion of VAH was found by Color Doppler ultrasonography and confirmed by CT and MR angiography. All patients underwent AEPs testing. Wave amplitudes and interwave latencies (IWL) were monitored. Results. There was no statistically significant difference between gender (?2 = 1.823; p = 0.176) and age in relation to VAH (p = 0.815). A statistically significant greater number of patients with multiple PCS had a positive VAH finding (VAH group, 42.3%) compared to those without VAH (noVAH group, 26.6%) (?2=4.278; p=0.038). A statistically significant greater number of pathological AEPs was found in the group of patients with PCS and VAH (?2 = 4.899; p = 0.026). A statistically significant IWL change accompanied by low amplitude waves in the VAH group has been determined (?2 = 4.465; p = 0.034). Conclusion. The distribution of VAH is not gender- or age-related. The frequency of pathological AEPs findings (presence of associated changes in wave amplitudes and prolonged IWL) is statistically significantly higher in patients with VAH and PCS.
The antecedents of oral care in nursing facilities – a qualitative interview study among supervisor nurses
Authors: Jämsä Hannaleena , Laitala Marja-Liisa , Kaakinen Pirjo , Ylöstalo Pekka , Syrjälä Anna-Maija
Published: May 2024

Objectives: This qualitative study describes the views of supervisor nurses related to antecedents of oral care in Finnish nursing facilities.
Methods: In the six largest cities in Finland, 19 supervisor nurses were interviewed and asked five semi-structured questions related to the antecedents of oral care in the units. The interviews were analyzed using inductive content analysis.
Results: Qualitative content analysis revealed five main categories: awareness of nurses (3 categories, 9 subcategories), attitude and motivation (3 categories, 10 subcategories), supporting quality of life and health (4 categories, 11 subcategories), the meaning of oral health in the unit (3 categories, 10 subcategories), and the role of the supervisor nurse in oral health care (4 categories, 14 subcategories). The awareness of nurses regarding oral health was in most cases good. Nurses’ attitudes towards oral health and their motivation to oral care vary but were mostly good. Nurses were aware that oral care enhances the quality of life. The role of the supervisor nurse in organizing oral care was crucial.
Conclusions: The performed analysis identified five main categories to describe antecedents for oral care in Finnish nursing facilities. The categories that needed to be improved were knowledge and attitude, and motivation related to oral care.
Cultivating ambiguities within higher music education – preparation for singers’ professional societal participation in opera conservatory and music theatre programs
Authors: Ferm Almqvist Cecilia , Hentschel Linn
Published: May 2024

Earlier research has stated the need for conservatory education to prepare aspiring musicians more thoroughly for a dynamic and changing society. A project that challenges the conservatory tradition is Sammankonst (TogetherArt) where students at a musical theatre program at folk high school level collaborate with intellectually disabled adults. Based on a phenomenological way of thinking, this article aims to describe and analyze the education of aspiring musicians for professional participation in society based on an analysis of experiences among conservatory students, music theater students and their teachers. Interviews were made with six conservatory students, 15 musical theatre students, and two teachers. The results show ambiguities when it comes to what voice students should be prepared for and how the choice of preparations influence the view of singing and musicians’ quality competence.
“Saiu para a entrega”: prazer e sofrimento no trabalho de entregadores por aplicativos
Authors: Maciel Marcos Vinícius Martins , Lima Tereza Cristina Batista de , Paiva Luis Eduardo Brandão , Araújo Rafaela de Almeida
Published: May 2024

Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo investigar as causas de prazer e sofrimento de entregadores por aplicativos de entrega. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa, realizada mediante entrevistas semiestruturadas com 11 entregadores por aplicativos. O roteiro de entrevistas foi inspirado no inventário sobre trabalho e riscos de adoecimento. Os resultados apontam que o trabalho proporciona prazer e sofrimento, embora sobressaiam situações em que os entregadores exponham sentimentos de sofrimentos. As motivações são sobrevivência e ausência de burocracia para iniciar a atividade. Os danos causados pelo trabalho estão relacionados ao custo emocional, falta de motivação, vontade de desistir, solidão e dores no corpo.
Carreiras de mulheres empreendedoras à luz de uma perspectiva de carreira sustentável
Authors: Trevisan Laís Viera , Bandeira Patrícia Böck , Silva Eliane Alves da , Scheffer Angela Beatriz Busato
Published: May 2024

Este artigo analisa como as carreiras das mulheres empreendedoras são construídas a partir da lente teórica da Carreira Sustentável. Foi realizada pesquisa qualitativa e interpretativa utilizando o método história de vida com duas mulheres empreendedoras que desenvolveram empreendimentos sustentáveis. O estudo identificou nas narrativas o surgimento de fatores influentes em suas carreiras, como dilemas desorientadores, maternidade, rejeição de modelos corporativos, busca por qualidade de vida e autorrealização, além de longas jornadas diárias de trabalho e dificuldades em conciliar suas carreiras. atividades profissionais com suas outras funções. A sustentabilidade aparece como elemento central, seja em relação às suas carreiras, como em seus empreendimentos, que se diferenciam de outras formas individualistas de inserção no mundo do trabalho, considerando que valorizam e atuam em prol do bem-estar coletivo.
OPTIMIZATION OF DISASTER RECOVERY PROCESSES OF INFORMATION INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Kyryk M. , Zablotskyi S. , Pohranychnyi V. , Tarasenko A.
Published: May 2024

The article describes the optimization of the process of disaster recovery of information infrastructure services by implementing the ability to restore service functionality without requiring a full recovery from backup storage. It outlines the criteria and parameters of the network that have a critical impact on recovery in the event of emergencies, allowing for the assessment of the solution's effectiveness in post-disaster recovery. A modification to the MTTR (Mean Time To Recovery) parameter is proposed for cases involving system element recovery from a backup or through service configuration restoration via infrastructure as code, with data necessary for service operation retrieved from backup storage, thereby accelerating the recovery process of a failed information infrastructure service. The article presents a scheme for infrastructure recovery organization by creating a backup location (Cold Site) for local infrastructure using dedicated cloud providers. The proposed solution utilizes Proxmox Backup Server capabilities for regular backups of critically important data center components. Following the development of a flowchart for the service recovery method from the Cold Site, research findings indicated that, for some services, reinstating configurations from code is more advantageous and speeds up the recovery process more than complete service restoration from backup storage.
PYTHON MODEL OF SECRET KEY AGREEMENT IN THE GROUP OF ARBITRARY NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Mankovskyy S. , Matiieshyn Yu.
Published: May 2024

The article is devoted to the problem of common secret key agreement in a group of an arbitrary number of participants. Data is exchanged between participants through open data channels. The problem of sharing a secret key over open data channels arose due to the need for a secure exchange of information between two or more parties that may be remote from each other and do not have a common confidential communication channel. Reliable methods of secret key exchange, such as transferring the key in person or using a secure channel, are not practical in remote or scalable scenarios. In the process of developing and modelling cryptographic systems, in which there is a need of cryptographic keys agreement in a group of two or more participants, it is very convenient to have a model that implements these algorithms. The agreement protocol is based on the Diffie-Hellman protocol on elliptic curves (ECDH). The paper contains theoretical justifications, a flow chart of the algorithm, and a Python implementation of the algorithm that performs the secret key agreement in a group of an arbitrary number of participants. To implement cryptographic operations on elliptic curves, the Python library Cryptography is used, in particular, the X25519 algorithms that use the elliptic curve Curve25519. The results of the work are shown on an example for a group of four participants, which demonstrate the correct operation of the model and the same secret key obtained as a result of agreement process. The paper also contains the link to a GitHub repository with the full program. The multi_participant_ecdh.py file contains a secret key agreement program for N participants written in Python. The file two_participant_ecdh.py demonstrates a typical two-participant Diffie-Hellman protocol. Both programs use the X25519 algorithm implemented in the Cryptography Python library. Thus, this work makes it possible to better understand the principles of secret key exchange algorithms between two and an arbitrary number of participants, to compare the results with other implementations, to apply the developed model for educational and demonstration purposes, and may be useful for a number of other scientific and engineering tasks.
VILLAGE FUND MANAGEMENT PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY IN WERE VILLAGE, CENTRAL HALMAHERA REGENCY
Authors: Noho Adisa , Jeandry Gregorius , Suwito Suwito , Ali Iqbal M Aris
Published: May 2024

This study aims to determine the phenomenon that occurs as well as community perceptions about the process of managing village funds in Were Village regarding the planning, implementation and accountability of village funds in Were Village, Weda District, Central Halmahera Regency. The research method used in this study is a qualitative phenomenological approach, where in this research it is descriptive, namely looking in detail at the phenomena that are really visible. The results of this study show that the management of village funds in Were Village is quite good. The village apparatus has tried to realize community welfare despite the lack of communication, causing the implementation of its management to involve only a few village communities. Community participation is very minimal due to miscommunication between village officials to the community, this is due to the lack of socialization from village officials so that the understanding of the people of Were Village itself lacks understanding of village fund management in Were Village. Therefore, it is hoped that the village can jointly increase self-awareness and be more open about the management of village funds in the village itself.
THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE, RESPONSE TIME, CORPORATE ACTIONS ON THE STOCK MARKET: EVIDENCE FROM THE RUSSIA–UKRAINE WAR
Authors: Gude Vinayaka , Hsiao Daniel
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the influence of social media presence and conflict response on the stock returns during the Russia–Ukraine war. We examined the long-term impacts regarding social media presence, response time, action taken, and industry affiliation using a sample of 174 firms in 10 industrial sectors. The results highlight that response time and actions significantly impacted stock returns in both the short- term and long-term. Conversely, social media presence marginally affected response decisions, but did not significantly affect stock returns.
Is Fiscal Decentralization a means to Poverty Reduction?
Authors: Kartika Metasari , Hendarmin Hendarmin , Ramadhan Muhammad Rheza
Published: May 2024

The number of poor people in West Kalimantan is still in the second highest position among the provinces in Kalimantan the poverty level in six districts is above the national poverty level. The research aims to determine the impact of fiscal decentralization which is proxied by the General Allocation Fund, education which is proxied by the Average Years of Schooling, and Economic Growth on the number of poor people in the District/City of West Kalimantan Province. This research uses secondary data from 2010-2022. The novelty of this research is the use of the General Allocation Fund variable which is regional income from central transfers. Previous researchers have rarely used the General Allocation Fund variable to see the relationship between transfer funds and poverty alleviation efforts in West Kalimantan Province. In the future, more attention will be paid to the allocation and use of the General Allocation Fund so that it will have an impact on overcoming poverty and using quantitative analysis with panel data regression method, Fixed Effect Model (FEM) approach. The research results found that the general allocation fund variable had a significant and positive effect on the number of poor people. the variable average length of schooling has a significant and negative effect on the number of poor people, and economic growth has an insignificant and positive effect on the number of poor people in the District/City of West Kalimantan Province. The results of this research are the basis for consideration of the West Kalimantan Provincial government policy to eradicate poverty which is carried out thoroughly and comprehensively through the government's role in the form of strengthening fiscal decentralization and improving economic performance in each Regency/City area of ​​West Kalimantan Province.
MATEMATİK ÖĞRETMENİ ADAYLARININ DERS KİTAPLARINDAN UYARLADIKLARI MODELLEME PROBLEMLERİNİN İNCELENMESİ
Authors: Yitmez Buse Gizem , Tekin Dede Ayşe , Yılmaz Süha
Published: May 2024

Bu araştırmada matematik öğretmeni adaylarının ders kitaplarındaki sorulardan uyarladıkları problemlerin, modelleme problemi kriterlerini sağlama durumlarının ve söz konusu soruları seçme sebeplerinin incelenmesi amaçlanmaktadır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda araştırma, nitel araştırma desenlerinden durum çalışması ile yürütülmüştür. Araştırmanın verileri öğretmen adaylarının ders kitaplarındaki sorulardan uyarladığı on dokuz problem ve odak grup görüşmelerinden elde edilmiştir. Araştırmada veri analizi iki aşamada gerçekleştirilmiştir. İlk olarak öğretmen adaylarının geliştirdiği problemler, Borromeo-Ferri’nin (2018) belirlediği modelleme problemlerinin sahip olması gereken kriterlere dayalı olarak araştırmacılar tarafından geliştirilen bir rubrik ile analiz edilmiştir. Ardından tüm kriterleri sağlayan ve modelleme problemi olduğu belirlenen problemleri geliştiren yedi grup ile gerçekleştirilen odak grup görüşmelerinin betimsel analizi yapılmıştır. Araştırma sonuçları öğretmen adaylarının ders kitaplarındaki sorulardan uyarladıkları problemlerin, gerçekçi olma ve problem durumu oluşturma kriterlerini sağladığı ancak karmaşık, otantik ve modelleme süreci içerisinde çözülebilir olma kriterlerini sağlama durumlarında eksiklikler olduğu belirlenmiştir. Ayrıca öğretmen adaylarının ders kitaplarından söz konusu soruları seçerken genel anlamda günlük hayata, farklı çözüm yollarına ve kendi deneyimlerine uygun olma durumlarını göz önünde bulundurdukları görülmüştür. Araştırmada elde edilen sonuçlar bağlamında öğretmen adaylarının modelleme problemlerini oluştururken yaşadığı zorlukların önüne geçmek için önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
Gdzie Europa wietrzy spisek?
Authors: Kotnarowski Michał
Published: May 2024

„Naukowcy manipulują dowodami, a najważniejsze decyzje w światowej polityce podejmuje niewielka, tajna grupa osób”, czyli powszechność przekonań spiskowych na podstawie danych Europejskiego Sondażu Społecznego.
Mengubah Gambar Sketsa Menjadi Visual yang Menakjubkan : Membangun Dunia Animasi dengan Kecerdasan Buatan
Authors: Warman Rahmat Aditya
Published: May 2024

The rapid development of technology in the current era has brought changes to the industry of animation. The utilization of artificial intelligence technology in the field of animation helps accelerate the creative process of creating animated films, one of which is the search for visual concepts to be used. The search for visual concepts can now be made using only sketch images through the assistance of artificial intelligence. The research method employed is exploration, and this study will explore the utilization of Control Trait on the artificial intelligence platform used, namely Playground AI. The sketch images used consist of 10 images, comprising 5 character sketch images and 5 environmental sketch images. The results of the research reveal that the recommended Control Trait values for sketch images fall within the range of 0.4 – 0.6. The conclusion of this study is that black and white sketch images can be quickly transformed into stunning visuals with the assistance of artificial intelligence. The generated images are sufficiently good to be used as visual concepts for an animated film.
Perancangan Game Edukasi Pengenalan Pakaian Adat Nusantara (CULTURZONE) Menggunakan Multimedia Development Life Cycle
Authors: Haris Andi Fajrin , Wirya Muhammad Nandar Cakra , Rahman Baharuddin , Djafar Imran , Kadang Marsellus Oton , Arifin Suci Ramadhani
Published: May 2024

Archipelago traditional clothing is an inseparable part of Indonesian cultural identity. Each region has unique traditional clothing, reflecting the richness and diversity of cultures in Indonesia. By recognizing, studying and appreciating the traditional clothing of the Archipelago, we can strengthen Indonesia's cultural diversity, build a strong identity and promote our cultural heritage to the world. In order to introduce Indonesian traditional clothing to the younger generation, designing educational games can be an interesting and effective solution. This educational game is designed to provide an interactive experience for users in learning and getting to know various traditional clothes in Indonesia.
POTENCIALIZANDO A FORMAÇÃO DE GESTORES: O USO ESTRATÉGICO DO PORTFÓLIO ACADÊMICO REFLEXIVO EM UMA INSTITUIÇÃO DE ENSINO SUPERIOR
Authors: Tartarotti von Zuben Campos Priscilla Perla , Machado Daisy , Bernardo Renata , Antonio Márcia Aparecida
Published: May 2024

O portfólio reflexivo é um instrumento que considera as singularidades dos estudantes, promovendo competências como autonomia, responsabilidade, criatividade e autocrítica, enquanto se apresenta como uma modalidade alternativa de avaliação, conferindo sentido e significado ao processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Este artigo relata a experiência do uso do portfólio no curso de MBA em Planejamento e Gestão Educacional, explorando seu papel formativo na área educacional. A pesquisa adotou uma abordagem qualitativa e exploratória, buscando responder à seguinte pergunta: como promover junto aos estudantes a produção de sentidos e significados acerca de suas aprendizagens? Entre os resultados, observou-se que à medida que os estudantes registravam suas experiências e refletiam sobre elas, eles compreendiam o curso de forma abrangente, integrando novas concepções e práticas aprendidas na pós-graduação através das produções e do compartilhamento das mesmas. Os relatos indicaram que o uso do portfólio, além de promover a integração de conhecimentos, favorece o crescimento dos estudantes, tanto individualmente quanto coletivamente. O portfólio se mostrou eficaz não apenas como instrumento de avaliação, mas também como facilitador do processo de ensino e aprendizagem. Além disso, ele permitiu inovações no ensino do MBA para gestores que atuam em planejamento e gestão educacional, bem como em áreas correlatas, ampliando perspectivas e oportunidades no ambiente acadêmico. Os depoimentos e os trabalhos dos estudantes destacaram palavras-chave como experiência, prática, planejamento, melhor, possibilidades, conhecimento. Em conclusão, o uso do portfólio mostra-se positivo, evidenciando que ele é um instrumento que promove o desenvolvimento de competências e habilidades dos profissionais que atuam na área educacional.
El impacto de la pandemia en artistas del campo de la danza contemporánea en Guadalajara
Authors: Hickman Iglesias Martha Georgina Margarita
Published: May 2024

Este artículo expone los resultados de una investigación cualitativa realizada en la ciudad de Guadalajara, Jalisco, que indaga los principales problemas laborales, de producción, mediación y/o circulación artística a los que se enfrentaron agentes del campo de la danza contemporánea en el periodo de pandemia y postpandemia del Covid-19. Además, se exponen las consecuencias que transformaron su capital económico, cultural y dancístico. El artículo también aborda las repercusiones emocionales y la resiliencia con que enfrentaron el encierro que vivieron en la pandemia.
The impact of the pandemic on artists in the field of contemporary dance in Guadalajara
AbstractThis article is based on research carried out in the city of Guadalajara, Jalisco, in order to assess the problems faced by workers in the field of contemporary dance during the Covid-19 pandemic and post-pandemic period. The health crisis brought several consequences that transformed the economic, cultural and artistic capital of dancers, choreographers and producers. The article also addresses the emotional repercussions faced by workers in this field, who demonstrated great resilience during the pandemic lockdown.
Recibido: 03 de noviembre de 2023Aceptado: 20 de diciembre de 2023
Is Bank Interest Ribâ? A Content Analysis
Authors: Mukhlisin Murniati
Published: May 2024

This research aims at analyzing the interpretation of ribâ in the current Islamic banking practices to find an answer if bank interest is ribâ. The methodology of this research is qualititative research that employs content analysis approach. The finding shows that there are three distinct groups emerging. The first group contends that bank interest constitutes ribâ, the second group asserts that it does not, and the third group attempts to navigate between the two banking systems. Given the ever-changing nature of time, place, and era, this study concludes that it is crucial for individuals to comprehend and implement Islamic contracts in their economic endeavors. This responsibility falls on academics, who should provide a simplified explanation of the language used in Islamic contracts, as the aforementioned language demands interpretative skills for comprehension. The public is guided by a fatwa from the MUI stating that bank interest is considered haram. Meanwhile, academics are urged to continually explore debates from diverse sources, including the perspectives of past scholars. According to the fiqh maxim, Al-Muhāfazah 'ala al-qadīm al-şālih wa al-Akhzu bil al-jadid al-aşlah it is recommended for all to uphold beneficial old traditions while embracing modern practices that align with Islamic values. This study is expected to make a contribution in terms of policy recommendation in affirming the ribâ understanding and Islamic banking practices in different jurisdictions.
Assessing Different Ways of Calculating Income Zakat by Zakat Institution in Indonesia
Authors: Aulia Amal
Published: May 2024

This research aims to analyze the different methods for calculating income zakat in Indonesia, examine the causes and impacts, and find the most applicable method based on the Al-Quran and hadith. This study uses a qualitative approach. The population in this study includes all zakat institutions in Indonesia. This study uses 33 zakat institutions. Research data were collected from the internet (i.e., the websites of zakat institutions in Indonesia). The data analysis compares the methods and procedures for calculating zakat based on income applied by different zakat institutions. Based on the results of the study, Indonesia's 33 zakat institutions only 23 institutions that collect and distribute zakat on income, this is because there are differences in Islamic scholars' opinions on calculating zakat on income provisions. The differences are mainly based on the type of nisab used, basic needs, and debt-free status, but not the zakat rate.
Pengukuran Literasi Zakat di Kecamatan Lima Kaum Kabupaten Tanah Datar
Authors: Hidayati Laily , Iska Syukri
Published: May 2024

This study aims to measure Zakat Literacy Index of a Muslim community using a measurement technique developed by the Indonesian National Zakat Board. This was a cross-sectional study at Sub District Lima Kaum, Tanah Datar – West Sumatera Province. This research used survey questionnaires to collect data involving 200 respondents (93 muzakki who paid zakat directly to recipients and 107 muzakki who paid zakat through institutions). The results showed that the Zakat Literacy Index at Sub-District Lima Kaum was categorized as „low‟ (score = 42.19). Score achieved for basic knowledge of zakat was 31.57 whereas for advanced knowledge was much lower (10.63). This result can be an input for stakeholders on how to improve zakat literacy of the Muslim community.
Muzakki’ Preferences and Relevant Factors in Padang
Authors: Yuskar
Published: May 2024

This paper explores muzakki’ preferences in Padang and describes the existing conditions of some relevant factors that need to be considered (i.e. religiosity and zakat awareness of zakat payers; trust on zakat institutions and perception on governance of zakat institutions). This research was exploratory and descriptive in nature. Data was collected through an online survey involved 123 respondents in 11 sub-districts in Padang during the period of September – October 2020. The findings of the study show that muzakki in Padang have a considerably high religiosity and zakat awareness. The trust to zakat institution, however was only moderate which related to considerably low perception on governance of zakat institutions in Padang. High education and high zakat awareness did not necessarily lead to complete compliance to the recommended zakat payment method (i.e. through authorized zakat institutions). In fact, Muzakki in Padang still used both channels: zakat institutions and direct payment to individual recipients. The findings of this study suggested that more need to be done by zakat institutions to improve governance quality, to socialize their existence and programs to wider groups of society. The research also indicates that preference of zakat payers to pay zakat through online method increases since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Analisis Variasi Implementasi Algoritma Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) Dalam Menentukan Prioritas Produk Kalibrasi
Authors: Michael Siregar Ivan , Budi Putri Lydia Wulandari
Published: May 2024

Pemanfaatan teknologi informasi telah berhasil menolong banyak perusahaan dalam meningkatkan penjualan produknya. Dengan melakukan evaluasi terhadap kinerja penjualan maka akan terlihat dinamika perubahan angka penjualan setiap produk secara lebih akurat untuk membantu pengambil keputusan yang strategis. Oleh karena itu, untuk mengatasi permasalahan ranking dan prioritas produk pada penelitian ini diperlukan suatu algoritma khusus seperti AHP untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan kompleks yang memiliki banyak kriteria. Banyak penelitian yang berhasil menggunakan algoritma AHP untuk menentukan peringkat produk seperti produk yang laris di minimarket dan beberapa studi kasus lainnya. Namun dalam penerapan AHP terdapat beberapa cara berbeda dalam menghitung bobot dan rasio konsistensi. Menggunakan AHP, melakukan pengujian dengan variasi proses AHP yang sering digunakan untuk menentukan prioritas kalibrasi produk dan membandingkannya, kemudian mengimplementasikan metode terbaik ke dalam Python. Kriterianya adalah jumlah pelanggan, jumlah alat yang masuk, harga per alat, waktu penyelesaian, dan review pelanggan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, bobot masing-masing cara berbeda-beda, namun prioritas yang dihasilkan sama. Produk terlaris adalah plug gauge dengan bobot tertinggi dan terburuk adalah instrumen. Hasilnya juga menunjukkan bahwa cara terbaik dalam proses normalisasi adalah dengan membagi setiap nilai kolom dengan total kolom yang bersangkutan dan memiliki nilai konsistensi yang lebih akurat. Hasil pemeringkatan akan memudahkan pengambil keputusan menganalisis prioritas produk dan menggunakan cara yang efektif.
Chemical composition of essential oil from the leaves of Cinnamomum camphora (L.) J. Presl
Authors: Cheribot Cherif Maroua , Boughendjioua Hicham , Sakhraoui Nora
Published: May 2024

In the present study, the chemical composition of Cinnamomum camphora leaves collected from Algeria was studied. The chemical composition of the hydrodistilled essential oil of C. camphora, collected from Skikda (North Eastern Algeria), was analyzed by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). The essential oil showed the presence of 17 major compounds representing 93.57% of total essential oil and the major compounds were camphor (36.81%), α-Pinene (9.91%), D-Limonene (8.63%) and Camphene (6.99%).
La terminología: "Representación y comunicación" de María Teresa Cabré (Reseña)
Authors: Rodríguez Emma
Published: May 2024

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On the legal possibility of making a diagnosis during remote counseling
Authors: Kovalenko Mariya Andreevna
Published: May 2024

The subject of this study is the legal norms governing the conduct of remote medical consultation and the preparation of a medical report. The author examines the conditions for issuing a medical opinion during remote consultations in the formats "doctor-doctor" and "doctor-patient". The author also considers the issues of reflection in the medical report of the diagnosis based on the results of medical care in the form of remote consultation. Attention is focused on the discussion in the scientific community about the possibility of diagnosis using telemedicine technologies. The purpose is to study the problems of regulating the possibility of determining the diagnosis, the content of the medical report when organizing and conducting a remote consultation. The methodological basis includes a set of philosophical knowledge about the cognition of reality. These include general scientific research methods (analysis, synthesis, deduction, induction, abstraction, etc.), as well as private scientific methods. In the course of this study, special legal methods are also used, which is due to its specifics. The results of the work are expressed in the definition of conflicts and gaps in the legal regulation of diagnosis and its consolidation in the medical report. The scope of application of the results is law–making activities in the field of telemedicine. The novelty is expressed in the consideration of the above-mentioned problems, taking into account the legal norms of the current legislation. It is necessary to reconsider the prohibition on making a diagnosis within the framework of a remote doctor–patient consultation in the absence of a preliminary face-to-face visit to a medical organization for the same treatment. To do this, guarantees of the accuracy of such a diagnosis should be provided. This can be achieved by creating a standard of medical care using telemedicine technologies.