bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
REDESIGN OF THE STREET SPACE AS A PREREQUISITE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF URBAN MOBILITY AND A SAFER TRAFFIC ENVIRONMENT
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, Trpković Ana , Jevremović Sreten ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering
Published: July 2024

The redesign of street space, which is reflected in the implementation of various modern solutions such as: super blocks, shared space, “cultural streets”, “healthy streets”, “spaces for all”, etc., is increasingly emphasized as one of the important prerequisites for promoting sustainable cities, that is, for the development of urban mobility and a safer traffic environment. Such solutions, which are characterized by “moving away” from traditional traffic segregation, offer a dynamic framework that reduces the dominance of motorized traffic and focuses on alternative, sustainable modes of transport (walking, cycling, micromobility, etc.). By directing the conventional design approach towards modern solutions, the basic function of the space is highlighted and it is created an attractive, comfortable and safe traffic environment. This paper will present various contemporary design solutions aimed at improving the street space, but also generally raising the level of traffic safety in modern, sustainable cities. In particular, were analyzed the traffic characteristics of the applied concepts, with a brief review of the national regulation and its impact on their implementation. In the concluding remarks are given the recommendations and guidelines for implementation at the local level.
ANALYSIS OF ROAD SAFETY IN THE WORK ZONE ON STATE ROADS IN THE REPUBLIC OF SERBIA FOR THE PERIOD FROM 2018 TO 2022
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, Obradović Aleksandra , Pešić Dalibor ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering
Published: July 2024

In addition to young people, the largest percentage of people who die in road accidents are elderly. This represents a significant problem for road safety in the Republic of Serbia, taking into account that the largest percentage of the population consists of people over 40 years old. In order for the state to respond to the existing requirements, it is necessary to provide the capacity of the roads for all vehicles, which leads to the need for the reconstruction of the existing ones. In most cases, during the execution of works on certain sections, there is no alternative direction to which traffic flows can be diverted, so in that case the work zone becomes a potentially dangerous place. The part of the work zone that is the most risky for the occurrence of road accidents is the construction site itself. In order to reduce the number of road accidents in the work zone, it is necessary to adequately mark the work zone and inform all traffic participants in a timely manner about changes in the traffic flow. The aim of this paper is to present an analysis of road safety in the work zone on state roads in the Republic of Serbia for the period from 2018 to 2022, based on data from the database of the Public Enterprise "Roads of Serbia". At the end of the work, a set of measures was presented that could significantly reduce the risk of injury and road accidents in the work zone.
THE INFLUENCE OF THE ROAD ENVIRONMENT ON THE SEVERITY OF TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS ON THE SECTION OF STATE ROAD R23 - DANILOVGRAD - VRANJSKE NJIVE
Authors:   Univerzitet Crne Gore, Mašinski fakultet, Podgorica, Ilić Vladimir , Bulajić Aleksandar ,   Gradsko veće za saobraćaj i puteve, Novi Sad, Damjanović Milanko ,   Univerzitet Crne Gore, Mašinski fakultet, Podgorica, Matović Boško ,   Univerzitet Crne Gore, Mašinski fakultet, Podgorica, Vujović Zorka
Published: July 2024

The paper presents the results of the traffic safety inspection on the section of the regional road R-23-Danilovgrad-Vranjske Njive, with a special focus on the road environment. In this sense, inadequate final elements of protective fences, solid objects located in the immediate vicinity of the roadway, as well as inadequate protective fences on buildings, such as bridges, are recognized as key problems. In addition, a brief analysis of traffic accidents occurred on this section of the road in the period 2017-2022 was given. The highest number of traffic accidents with fatalities was recorded in 2018 and is three. Also, male road users are more often injured on this section of the road.
FACTORS CAUSING STRESS IN DRIVERS WHILE DRIVING
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Bačkalić Svetlana , Rajčević Smiljana ,   Institut za javno zdravlje Vojvodine, Centar za kontrolu i prevenciju bolesti, Novi Sad,, Stanojević Predrag ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences,   Technical College of Applied Sciences, Urosevac, Jakšić Dragana ,   Faculty of Technical Sciences, kosovska Mitrovica, Jovanović Dragan ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences
Published: July 2024

Nowadays with the increasing number of cars, daily driving activity has become a source of stress. The increase in the stress level of drivers can affect their performance, which has the effect of increasing the risk of traffic. Therefore, it is important to be aware of factors that increase stress level of drivers. The paper presents the factors that can cause an increase in the level of stress among drivers.
CHARACTERISTICS OF BEHAVIOR OF DRIVERS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, Smailović Emir , Pešić Dalibor ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, Antić Boris ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering
Published: July 2024

The problem of driving under the influence of alcohol is present in most modern societies. Even in countries with highly effective traffic safety management systems, a high percentage of drivers drive under the influence of alcohol. In the United States, only 1.4 million drunk drivers have been detected, out of 159 million drivers who have admitted to driving under the influence of alcohol. In the Republic of Serbia, more than eight million trips are made annually by drivers under the influence of alcohol, that is, about 700,000 trips are made per month by drivers under the influence of alcohol. The share of drivers under influece of alcohol in traffic accidents in the Republic of Serbia ranges from 1.5% for bus drivers to 14.8% for cyclists, with approximately one in ten passenger car drivers under the influence of alcohol. This paper presents the characteristics of drivers under the influence of alcohol and the association of characteristics with driving under the influence of alcohol. Social characteristics, attitudes, norms and perceived behavioral control were observed as key groups of factors associated with driving under the influence of alcohol. The goal of the work is a better understanding of the circumstances of driving under the influence of alcohol and reducing the scope of this problem, which has been growing in the Republic of Serbia in recent years.
THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS ON THE ATTITUDES OF DRIVERS TOWARDS UNSAFE TRAFFIC BEHAVIOR
Authors:   MUP Republike Srbije, Đukić Jovan , Pešić Dalibor ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, Antić Boris ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, Rusov Srđan ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering
Published: July 2024

The driver's behavior is determined by competence, that the abilities and skills that the driver possesses as a person, as well as by the current psychological state. The most common unsafe behaviors of traffic users that lead to the creation of dangerous situations and traffic crashes are: non-compliance with speed limits and inappropriate speed, driving under the influence of alcohol and intoxicants, non-use of protective equipment, non-compliance with other regulations. Bearing that in mind, the aim of this research is to examine the general attitudes of drivers (driving under the influence of alcohol, speeding, attitude towards pedestrians) in relation to socio-demographic variables (gender, age, place of residence, driving status). In the research, a survey questionnaire was used, which examines the attitudes of drivers related to the behavior of drivers in traffic (Driver Behavior Questionnaire), and 335 respondents participated in the research. The research results related to this research task suggest that there are differences in the respondents' attitudes towards the general behavior of drivers. The applied research concept and presented results can be useful to local traffic safety councils and other decision makers in the traffic safety system.
Pengaruh Implementasi Kampus Merdeka dan Persepsi Mahasiswa tentang MBKM terhadap Minat Mengikuti Program Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka
Authors: Zahra Riyentin , Pujiati Pujiati , Hestiningtyas Widya
Published: July 2024

This study aims to determine the factors that influence interest in participating in the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka program among students of Social Sciences Education. The method in this research uses descriptive quantitative with ex post facto and survey approaches. The population in this study were active students of Social Science Education class of 2020. The number of samples in this study totaled 153 students using a sampling technique stratified random sampling by using purposive sampling. Data collection using questionnaires and interviews. Data analysis uses multiple linear regression and multiple linear regression and is processed with the SPSS program. The results of this study indicate that there is an influence on the implementation of the independent campus and students perceptions of MBKM on the interest in participating in the Independent Learning Campus program among Social Sciences Education students with a determination level of 0.525 or 52.5% student interest is influenced by the implementation of an independent campus and students perceptions of MBKM, the remaining 47.5% is influenced by other factors not included in this model.
Strategi Pengembangan Kecamatan Cibeureum Sebagai Pusat Pelayanan Kota di Kota Sukabumi.
Authors: Ibnu Sopian Abdurahman , Trilusianthy Hidayat Janthy , Mahmud Zafrullah Rudi
Published: July 2024

Kota Sukabumi sebagai kota menengah telah mengalami pertumbuhan pesat dalam beberapa tahun terakhir. Kecamatan Cikole sebagai pusat layanan kota mengalami masalah perkotaan yang kompleks seperti kepadatan penduduk, kemacetan, aksesibilitas dan keterbatasan ruang untuk pembangunan, sehingga diperlukan pusat layanan kota baru. Dengan adanya peraturan daerah baru tentang tata ruang, pusat layanan kota di Sukabumi akan dibagi menjadi dua bagian, yaitu pusat kota kecamatan Cikole dan pusat kota kecamatan Cibeureum. Berbagai kebijakan pengembangan baru ditujukan untuk Kecamatan Cibeureum, seperti pengembangan kawasan perkantoran, pusat perbelanjaan, pasar grosir, terminal dan fasilitas strategis lainnya. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah (1) Memprediksi kebutuhan sarana dan prasarana di Kecamatan Cibeureum untuk memenuhi kebutuhan pusat pelayanan kota (PPK) baru. (2) Mengidentifikasi berbagai rencana kegiatan pembangunan dan permasalahan tata ruang di Kecamatan Cibeureum. (3) Merumuskan strategi arah pengembangan Kecamatan Cibeureum sebagai pusat pelayanan kota (PPK) baru. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kebutuhan fasilitas di Kecamatan Cibeureum untuk mendukungnya sebagai pusat layanan kota baru masih minim, namun dari sisi indikasi program kebijakan, ada banyak rencana pembangunan yang akan dilakukan di Kecamatan Cibeureum, dari berbagai potensi dan kendala, strategi yang perlu dilakukan untuk pengembangan Kecamatan Cibeureum berpusat pada 5 aspek utama,   Yakni aspek kebijakan, pembiayaan pembangunan, pengelolaan transportasi, permukiman, dan pembangunan berwawasan lingkungan (kebencanaan).
Penguatan Interkoneksi Antara Ketahanan Dan Imigrasi: Analisis Lalu Lintas Orang Di Bandara Soekarno-Hatta.
Authors: Werdy Werdy
Published: July 2024

Pada era globalisasi dan mobilitas yang semakin tinggi, bandara merupakan pintu gerbang utama bagi masuk dan keluar orang dari suatu negara. Kondisi ini menimbulkan berbagai implikasi terhadap keamanan, ketaatan hukum, dan kebijakan imigrasi di Indonesia. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menginvestigasi dan menganalisis hubungan antara ketahanan dan imigrasi khususnya melalui studi kasus di Bandara Soekarno-Hatta. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini yakni dengan studi literatur, dokumentasi dan observasi. Data yang telah terkumpul kemudian dianalisis dalam tiga tahapan yakni reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa penguatan interkoneksi antara ketahanan dan imigrasi mencakup pengembangan infrastruktur keamanan yang kokoh di bandara, peningkatan teknologi untuk pengawasan imigrasi, dan pelatihan tenaga keamanan untuk menangani berbagai situasi darurat. Di sisi lain, imigrasi juga harus mempertimbangkan ketahanan nasional dengan memastikan bahwa aliran orang yang masuk atau keluar tidak membahayakan keamanan dan stabilitas negara.
Analisis Faktor Faktor Belum Terlaksananya Pemusnahan Dokumen Rekam Medis Inaktif di Rumah Sakit Sentra Medika Cisalak Depok.
Authors: Arifin Ifran , Ulfah Annisa
Published: July 2024

Pemusnahan rekam medis yang tidak aktif merupakan aspek penting dalam menjaga kerahasiaan pasien dan memastikan kepatuhan terhadap persyaratan peraturan. Meskipun penting, banyak rumah sakit kesulitan menerapkan proses ini secara efektif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang menyebabkan tidak dilaksanakannya pemusnahan rekam medis inaktif di rumah sakit. Pendekatan metode campuran digunakan, menggabungkan metode pengumpulan dan analisis data kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Sebuah survei dilakukan di antara anggota staf rumah sakit, dan wawancara semi-terstruktur dilakukan dengan administrator rumah sakit dan personel rekam medis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kebijakan dan prosedur yang kurang jelas, pelatihan yang tidak memadai, dan sumber daya yang tidak memadai .menjadi faktor utama penghambat pelaksanaan pemusnahan rekam medis inaktif serta menunjukkan bahwa beberapa faktor berkontribusi pada kegagalan pemusnahan dokumen rekam medis inaktif, antara lain: (1) manajemen rumah sakit tidak memahami atau tidak tahu tentang pentingnya pemusnahan dokumen; (2) keterbatasan sumber daya manusia dan anggaran; (3) kurangnya prosedur operasional standar untuk pemusnahan dokumen; dan (4) kurangnya sinkronisasi dan koordinasi antara unit rekam medis dan unit lain yang terkait. Salah satu saran yang dapat diberikan adalah peningkatan komitmen manajemen, pembuatan prosedur operasional standar, dan penyediaan sumber daya yang memadai untuk mendukung prosedur pemusnahan rekam medis yang tidak lagi digunakan di rumah sakit. Temuan penelitian ini menyoroti perlunya rumah sakit untuk mengembangkan dan menerapkan kebijakan dan prosedur yang efektif untuk pemusnahan rekam medis yang tidak aktif, memberikan pelatihan yang memadai kepada anggota staf, dan mengalokasikan sumber daya yang memadai untuk memastikan kepatuhan terhadap persyaratan peraturan
Penerapan Metode Moora Terhadap Pemilihan Jurusan Di Perguruan Tinggi
Authors: Lauryn Maya Selvia , Ibrohim Muhammad
Published: July 2024

Universities are institutions providing higher education. Choosing a major in higher education is certainly influenced by many factors. These factors include internal factors and external factors. These internal factors come from the prospective students themselves. On the other hand, there are also external factors that influence the choice of major in higher education, whether from parents or friends. Therefore, a decision support system is needed in determining the appropriate major. The method used is the Multi-Objective Optimization by Ratio Analysis Method. The stages in developing a decision support system for selecting majors are data collection, MOORA calculations to see the relationship between criteria and alternatives, the final stage is testing to validate the results using manual and system calculations. The result of this research is that the decision support system for selecting a major can recommend decision makers in choosing a major.
Balancing Flexibility and Stability as SDGs: Gig Economy Adoption, Flexible Recruitment Policies, and Employee Performance in North Sumatra’s Public Sector
Authors: Saragih Jopinus , Pratami Eggi Indriani
Published: July 2024

Purpose: This study aims to develop a framework for understanding the impact of gig economy adoption and flexible recruitment policies on the performance of contractual government employees (PPPK) in the regional government of North Sumatra, with work engagement as a mediating variable.
 
Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected from 320 PPPK employees through questionnaires. Statistical analyses, including classical assumption tests and path analysis, were conducted using SPSS to examine the direct and indirect effects of gig economy adoption and flexible recruitment policies on employee performance, mediated by work engagement.
 
Findings: The results indicate that both gig economy adoption and flexible recruitment policies significantly and positively impact employee performance. Furthermore, work engagement serves as a significant mediating variable, enhancing the relationship between these independent variables and employee performance. This suggests that creating a balance between flexibility and stability in employment can improve PPPK performance.
 
Research limitations/implications: The study focuses on PPPK employees in the North Sumatra regional government, including teachers, healthcare workers, and technical staff. Future research could expand the scope to include other types of employees and regions, as well as consider additional mediating variables such as job satisfaction and organizational support.
 
Originality/value: Unlike previous studies that often address either gig economy or recruitment policies in isolation, this research integrates both elements and examines their combined effects on employee performance within a governmental context. The study provides a comprehensive framework for policymakers to enhance employee performance by balancing flexibility and stability in the workforce.
Analisis Sentimen Terhadap Aplikasi Pospay Menggunakan Algoritma Support Vector Machine dan Naive Bayes
Authors: Lubis Ardini Yuanita , Setyawan Muhammad Yusril Helmi
Published: July 2024

Di era transformasi perusahaan-perusahaan secara intensif berupaya untuk menyesuaikan diri dengan perkembangan teknologi digital untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan produktivitas operasional perusahaan. Aplikasi Pospay Salah satu bentuk transformasi digital dari PT Pos Indonesia, di mana keberadaannya akan berpengaruh pada peningkatan produktivitas perusahaan. Pada Penelitian ini memfokuskan pada analisis sentimen terhadap aplikasi Pospay di platform PlayStore. Dengan menerapkan metode machine learning yaitu Support Vector Machine (SVM) dan Naives Bayes, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan solusi terhadap kendala kompleksitas dan heterogenitas data. Hasilnya menunjukkan tingginya persentase akurasi (88% untuk Naïve Bayes dan 87% untuk SVM) dalam mengklasifikasikan sentimen pengguna dengan kecenderungan negative yang lebih dominan. Termuan ini memberikan wawasan berharga bagi perusahaan dalam meningkatkan kualitas layanan digital mereka.
Keywords: Sentimen, Pospay, Support Vector Machine, Naïve Bayes, PlayStore.
Implementasi Sistem Informasi Administrasi Pembayaran SPP Pada SDIT Darul Hikmah Metode Rapid Application Development (RAD)
Authors: Maria Sinta , Muhammad Muhammad , Gunawan Vicky Setia , Mukhtar Mukhtar
Published: July 2024

Sumbangan pembinaan pendidikan (SPP) merupakan biaya yang dikeluarkan oleh siswa atau orang tua yang diperuntukan untuk menunjang kebutuhan sekolah dalam menyelenggarakan proses pendidikan. Pada saat ini sekolah SDIT Darul Hikmah dalam admininstrasi pembayaran SPP dilakukan secara konvensional yaitu mencatat dan mencari data pembayaran pada buku besar, sehingga kegiatan ini memerlukan waktu yang lama. Salah satu contoh bendahara mengalami kesulitan dalam mencari dan mencatat data baru, dikarenakan data pembayaran SPP menumpuk, selain itu data rawan mengalami kerusakan dan juga hilang. Selain itu proses pembuatan laporan yang belum terkomputerisasi mengakibatkan laporan disajikan dengan waktu yang lama dikarenakan harus kembali membongkar tumpukan. Tujuan penelitian agar siswa/orang tua/bendahara yang memiliki hak akses dipermudah dalam melakukan pembayaran dan pengolahan data pembayaran SPP secara cepat, tepat dan akurat. Metode yang digunakan adalah RAD (Rapid application development) karena cocok digunakan untuk penelitian dengan permasalahan administrasi pembayaran SPP. Karena dimulai dengan perencanaan kebutuhan, desain sistem, proses pengembangan dan pengumpulan feedback, hingga implementasi atau penyelesaian produk.Hasil dari penelitian ini merupakan sistem informasi administrasi pembayaran SPP untuk memudahkan siswa/orang tua dan bendahara melakukan pembayaran serta mengelola data dengan mudah dan laporan pembayaran SPP secara online.
UI UX Design for Mobile Based Foster Parent Information Application (IOTA) Using the Waterfall Method
Authors: Almubarok Fahad Farhan , Muthasina Faisal Yahya , Darwis Muhammad , Purnama Diki Gita
Published: July 2024

IOTA (Foster Parent Information Application) is a mobile system designed to facilitate communication between foster parents, foster children, and related institutions. Using the waterfall method, the application development includes implementation, testing, and maintenance phases. Requirements analysis determines key features such as daily activity recording, while an intuitive user interface design and efficient database architecture are implemented according to specifications. Comprehensive testing is conducted to ensure optimal performance. It is hoped that through this process, IOTA will enhance communication and care for foster children through a more effective platform.
Keywords: Foster Parent Information Application (IOTA), Waterfall Method, Foster Parent Communication, Mobile Application Development, Coordination of Related Institutions
Interorganizational Project Urgency, Problems, and Solutions: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Laura Laura , Raharjo Teguh
Published: July 2024

Interorganizational projects involve two or more organizations to work jointly on a shared activity for a finite time. By doing interorganizational projects, organizations can be more competitive in increasingly varied and volatile markets. The benefits of interorganizational projects are followed by a difficult challenge that is to align difference between members of the project, so the benefits remain poor. A systematic literature review is performed to know what problems and solutions of an interorganizational projects are. This research also provided information about the urgency of an interorganizational project to balance the problem.
Implementasi Arsitektural Resnet-34 Dalam Klasifikasi Gambar Penyakit Pada Daun Kentang
Authors: Pranatha Made Doddy , Maricar M Azman , Setiawan Gede Herdian
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini mengembangkan dan mengimplementasikan metode klasifikasi gambar menggunakan arsitektur Residual Network (ResNet) yang merupakan arsitektur CNN untuk mengidentifikasi penyakit daun kentang, yang berhasil mencapai akurasi sekitar 97%. Dataset yang digunakan terdiri dari 2152 gambar daun kentang, yang dikategorikan ke dalam tiga kelas: early blight, late blight, dan healthy. Model yang dipilih adalah ResNet-34, yang terkenal dengan kemampuannya untuk mengatasi masalah vanishing gradient dan memungkinkan pelatihan jaringan yang sangat dalam. Proses pelatihan model melibatkan augmentasi data untuk meningkatkan keragaman dataset dan mencegah overfitting. Selain itu, optimisasi hyperparameter dilakukan untuk memaksimalkan kinerja model. Evaluasi terhadap model menunjukkan bahwa ResNet-34 mampu mencapai akurasi sekitar 97% pada data uji, yang mengindikasikan kemampuan tinggi model dalam mengenali dan mengklasifikasikan kondisi daun kentang dengan tepat. Hasil ini menunjukkan potensi besar penggunaan ResNet dalam aplikasi klasifikasi gambar penyakit tanaman, yang sangat penting untuk mendukung pengambilan keputusan dalam manajemen pertanian. Penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya arsitektur jaringan yang dalam dan teknik augmentasi data dalam meningkatkan performa model pembelajaran mendalam.
Background of the Establishment of the Hwaseong Gian-ri Iron Production Workshop during the Proto-Three Kingdoms Period
Authors: Park Jungkuk ,   The Korean Archaeological Society
Published: July 2024

The stratigraphy and pottery of Giani-ri suggest that this production site was established in four phases. In the period after the main residential area was established (Phase 1), a circular ditch enclosure was formed. This enclosure can be divided into the double-enclo-sure phase (Phase 2), in which the structure enclosed the entire site, and the triple-enclosure phase (Phase 3). The iron smelting workshop continued to operate until the Hansung period of Baekje, even after the triple-enclosure settlement was abandoned (Phase 4). An analysis of the Nakrang-style pottery and the results of carbon dating suggest that the establishment of the Giani-ri site may date back to the 2nd century CE.
Nakrang-style pottery in the central western region of Korea is widely distributed across Siheung, Hwaseong, Pyeongtaek, Asan, Jincheon, and Cheongju, and the variety and quantity of the pottery decreases, and the production techniques become more localized as the distance from the Giani-ri site increases. Within the settlements where Nakrang-style pottery has been found, there are traces of iron production in the form of circular furnaces and large-scale tuyeres.
Therefore, the innovation of iron smelting technology in the central western region can be seen to have originated from Nakrang-related immigrants around the end of the Han dynasty, and spread through the involvement of the Giani-ri ironworking group. Since iron smelting technology is found mainly in the central western region during the 2nd to 3rd centuries, the Jin-Byeonhan origin theory is difficult to accept. Considering the continuous operation of the Gian-ri site’s iron smelting workshop from the end of the Han dynasty to the Hansung period of Baekje, the influence of the Nakrang tradition observed in Hansung-style pottery, and the remarkable growth of Hansung Baekje after the mid-3rd century, it may be proposed that the strategic partners involved in the settlement of the Gian-ri group are likely to be the polities of the Hwaseong region and Baekje-guk.
Tomb No. 36 of Yugok-ri and Durak-ri, Namwon —Tombs and their political and military significance in the Border Region
Authors: Kim Nakjung ,   The Korean Archaeological Society
Published: July 2024

Yugok-ri Tomb No. 36 is a Daegaya-type stone chamber; the appearance of such Dae-gaya-type stone chambers was influenced by Baekje. Therefore, it can be said that the influence of the Baekje stone chamber is also observed in the stone chamber of Yugok-ri Tomb No. 36. However, this stone chamber was not built under the direct influence of Baekje. This is because, among the stone chambers of the Sabi region of the same peri-od, there is no comparable case to this. We therefore need to understand the construction of this stone chamber from the construction tradition of the Daegaya region, where stone chamber types that share similar properties exist. However, the extent of the Daegaya king's authority did not extend to regulating the construction of these stone chambers. This can be inferred from the lack of standardization observed in these stone chambers. This suggests that the will of the local group was greatly involved in the construction of the new stone chamber.
Yugok-ri Tomb No. 36 was built within the existing burial ground, and considering that Daegaya-type stone chambers were present in this burial ground, it is presumed that this is where the descendants of the group that built Daegaya-type pit-type stone chambers were buried.
A Silla belt ornament of the late 6th century was excavated from Yugok-ri Tomb No. 36. It is believed that this was added after the Unbong Highland area was occupied by Silla. This suggests that Silla viewed the Unbong Highland area as a key strategic point and tried to bring local influential people under its control.
Meanwhile, in the Ayeong area, a small number of Silla stone chambers were built amongst the existing tombs, but no cases of clustering have yet to be confirmed. The Un-bong Highland area was a strategic military point between Silla and Baekje. Therefore, no country was able to include this region within the territory under its control in a stable manner. Accordingly, it is believed that few stone chambers from Silla or Baekje were built.
Comparative Diagnosis of the Spatio-Temporal Evolution of Human Settlements Using Satellite Images in the Sprawling Bamenda, Cameroon
Authors: Wanie Clarkson Mvo
Published: July 2024

Purpose: Human settlements define people’s existence and play an important role in development. There is the dire need to comparatively diagnose human settlement evolution in the sprawling Bamenda city where a spatial, temporal, knowledge and evidence gaps currently exist on the subject matter. This study therefore aims to diagnoses, in a comparative manner, the spatio-temporal evolution of human settlements in Bamenda between the period 2000 to 2020.
Materials and Methods: The study used systematic field surveys via observation, structured informant interviews with relevant council authorities and 260 copies of questionnaire as primary sources of data collection. The administration of 260 copies of questionnaire was carried out using the simple random sampling techniques in the urban, peri-urban and rural peripheries of Bamendas I, II and III sub-divisions. The Bamenda City Council provided the satellite imageries showing land use patterns in Bamenda for 2000, 2010 and 2020 which were used to calculate settlement evolution over time.
Findings: Findings revealed that settlement land use, in relation to other land uses such as farmland, grassland, woodland, wetland, road and water bodies (rivers, streams and lake) increased in Bamenda from 17.37km2 in 2000 to 54.31km2 in 2020, given a net increase of 36.94km2 in just over 20 years. Spatio-temporal evolution equally showed that Bamenda II Sub-division is the most urbanized with 29.78km2 (54.77%) of all settlements, followed by Bamenda III with 15.18km2 (28.02%) and lastly Bamenda I with 9.35km2 (17.21%). The factors driving human settlement growth in the area are complex and many, including population growth, economic opportunities, geographical factors, social and cultural factors, relative political stability in relation to the neighbouring areas like Ndop, Kom and Oku, government incentive policy and the existence of urban planning and zoning laws.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: By making a comparative diagnosis, the study proffers the need to strengthen spatial planning at the local level in organizing and managing the physical space in the urban, peri-urban and rural neighborhoods in the different sub-divisions of Bamenda. It recommends that the Bamenda City Council in collaboration with the three sub-divisional councils undertake a spatial planning assessment to help identify suitable land for other uses, create growth poles in the peripheries accompanied by socio-economic triggers (schools, financial institutions, health establishments and transport agencies) and the provision of a well-planned new layout to make the urban peripheries of Mandakwe and Mankon more attractive sites for settlement construction.
BACTERIORHODOPSIN - THE SIMPLEST BIOENERGETIC SYSTEM FOR ATP PRODUCTION
Authors: Drochioiu Gabi
Published: July 2024

Bacteriorhodopsin (BRh), which is present in the cell membranes of
the archaeon Halobacterium salinarum, harvests light wave energy which causes
conformational changes in this retinal protein leading to the release of adenosine
triphosphate (ATP) by ATP synthase. Since some protons are released during
light-induced excitation of BRh molecules, the chemiosmotic hypothesis
advanced by Peter Mitchell was used to explain the ATP formation by
translocation of protons across the simple membranes of H. salinarum. However,
protons can be released as a result of photoexcitation of some molecules, and
these protons are only responsible for increasing the acidity (pKa) of their
solutions; therefore, the protons released by BRh probably have no role in ATP
production. In contrast, the 138 nm spectral shift between the two
photointermediates, L550 and M412, corresponds to an energy amount of 17.41
kcal/mole, which can be successfully absorbed by ATP synthase as near-infrared
radiation (NIR). The conformational changes of F0 ATP-synthase can induce the
rotation of F1 ATP-synthase, which is associated with the removal of ATP
molecules already formed by F1 ATP-synthase from ADP and inorganic
phosphate. The NIR radiant energy can thus be confusingly associated with
proton release and not with direct light-induced ATP formation. The already
proposed mechanism of ATP production by BRh-ATP-synthase system is
supported by a large body of literature data. However, such data that contradict
old theories can be interpreted in the light of new understandings of living
organisms. Therefore, a new perspective on ATP production in biological
systems from the simplest to higher organisms is required.
SYNTHESIS OF NOVEL ALDEHYDES SUITABLE FOR BIOCONJUGATION BY INTRODACTION OF A CARBOXYL GROUP VIA ALKYLATION OF HYDROXYBENZALDEHYDES WITH CHLOROACETIC ACID
Authors: Fedosova Natalia M. , Chernii Victor Ya. , Tretyakova Iryna M. , Kovalska Vladyslava B. , Ciornea Victor , Rotaru Alexandru
Published: July 2024

The communication focuses on the alkylation of hydroxybenzaldehydes
by chloroacetic acid to introduce a carboxyl group, and investigates the reactivity
of the resulting compounds with semicarbazide and malonodinitrile under acidic
or alkaline conditions. Successful alkylation of some hydroxybenzaldehydes with
chloroacetic acid was carried out with yields 20-67%. The work demonstrates an
effective approach to modifying existing aldehydes to introduce new functional
groups, with potential applications in the synthesis of aromatic and heterocyclic
compounds for use in various industries.
USING HIGH-PERFORMANCE LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY FOR THE QUANTITATION ANALYSIS OF AMINO ACIDS IN VIETNAM EDIBLE BIRD’S NEST
Authors: Phuong Pham Kim , Nhu Le Tran Bao , Hieu Pham Thanh , Tan Nguyen Thanh , Thang Nguyen Quoc , Hai Nguyen Minh , My Nguyen Van , Ha Phan , Hieu Tran Quang
Published: July 2024

This paper describes a method utilizing high-performance liquid
chromatography with fluorescence detection (HPLC-FLD) developed for the
simultaneous quantitation analysis of 15 acidic amino acids in Edible Bird’s
Nest. Samples underwent hydrolysis in acidic media (1:1 HCl) at 100°C for
16.0 hours, followed by neutralization with NaOH (30%). The mean recoveries
of the 15 analytes ranged from 80.1% to 110.8%, with MDL and MQL values
of 2.0 ppm and 6.0 ppm, respectively. The method demonstrated accuracy,
repeatability, and recovery unaffected by matrix effects. Its application enabled
the determination of total amino acids content in Vietnam bird's nest samples, yielding results of 43.30 to 45.08 g/100 g for refined bird's nest, 36.69 to 41.40
g/100 g for raw bird's nest, and 1221 to 1723 mg/kg for distilled bird's nest.
Assessing the benefits of European integration: a comparative and algorithmic approach
Authors: Casagrande Sara , Dallago Bruno
Published: July 2024

This article investigates the economic consequences of EU membership for the countries
that established the EU in 1992. The Synthetic Control method is used in the frame of an
algorithmic methodology that aims to guide the choice of donor pool countries and
predictors by testing different combinations. The algorithm allows to judge the
appropriateness of the research design by computing a set of synthetic countries able to
improve the performance of the benchmark case (i.e., a synthetic country computed using
an initial large basket of donor pool units and predictors). According to the results, the
algorithm has been able to improve the counterfactual scenarios’ precision and
robustness for all tested countries. It shows that the economic effect of the EU
membership has significantly varied among countries. Results suggest that the European
integration process has not prevented persistent divergence and heterogeneity of growth
paths among member countries.
Integrating qualitative and quantitative methods: a balanced approach to management research
Authors: Bienkowska Jolanta , Sikorski Czesław
Published: July 2024

The current social science problem is the use of quantitative or statistical research
methods rather than qualitative and descriptive methods in social studies. That, in
consequence, creates a contradiction in the process of genuine selection of a research
method according to the specificity of the research subject. Therefore, the article aims to
emphasise the necessity of the natural selection of a research method considering the
subject of research and, moreover, to draw attention to the problem of overusing the
survey method and statistical analysis as the primary type of research method used in
scientific papers in social sciences prepared and published in Eastern Europe. The
example from management sciences was used as a reference point for constructing the
argument. The asymmetric assessment of research methods used in management sciences
is applied in this article. The disadvantages of quantitative methods and the advantages
of qualitative methods are highlighted. The findings indicate a necessity to integrate
qualitative and quantitative research methodologies through a mixed approach,
particularly within the domain of management sciences. Additionally, there is a
compelling rationale to reassess the prevailing standards and methodologies in research,
as well as the expectations of publishers in the field of social sciences.
Aesthetic Characteristics Skills of the Students through Visual Understanding and Visual Matching Skills
Authors: Vijar III Borneo S. , Morale Galilei Jade DR. , Silverio Mhia B. , Santos Joseline M. , Gallardo Reniel Renz C.
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to improve students’ aesthetic sensibilities by honing their visual comprehension and matching abilities. Visual Understanding encompasses individuals’ capacity to grasp various aspects of clothing, including gender appropriateness, color coordination, size suitability, occasion relevance, and weather adaptation. Visual Matching, on the other hand, pertains to students’ proficiency in selecting and combining garments to craft diverse clothing ensembles. Conducted as a quantitative research endeavor, employing a correlational research design, this study utilized stratified sampling to gather data from Grade 10 students at Laboratory High School, Bulacan State University, Malolos Bulacan with the total of 140 samples. The research employed a survey questionnaire divided into three parts. The first part gathered demographic information such as section, gender, and Technical Livelihood Education (TLE) focus. The second part, completed by grade 10 students of various specializations, assessed visual understanding skills using a research-based questionnaire inspired by the Textual Value Chain (2020). The third part, also completed by grade 10 students, measured visual matching skills using an adapted questionnaire based on Ofori (2014), where participants selected options reflecting their feelings or opinions on provided statements or questions. Data collection occurred at Laboratory High School after obtaining permission from the principal. The Grade 10 Head Chairman assisted in selecting students randomly from each section, divided by gender. Researchers secured necessary permissions for students to participate during class time, considering ethical and time constraints. Finally, collected data were submitted for statistical analysis with simple linear regression. Prior to data collection, researchers obtained informed consent due to the respondents being minors. The findings revealed a significant correlation between visual understanding and students’ visual matching skills, indicating that a nuanced comprehension of fashion facilitates adept clothing selection and style creation.
The Role of Technology in Enhancing Public Health Initiative: Utilization of Technological Advancements, Such as Telemedicine or Health Apps, in Improving Healthcare Accessibility and Outcomes
Authors: Ego Obi Kamsochukwu
Published: July 2024

Introduction: The study explores the use of technology, specifically telemedicine and health apps, in improving public health initiatives in Nigeria. It focuses on their role in delivering quality healthcare services, highlighting the challenges and ways to overcome them to enhance healthcare accessibility and outcomes. Method: A descriptive survey design was used. The population of this study comprised all healthcare professionals (doctors and nurses) in the 2160 health centres in Anambra State. The sample size consisted of 500 healthcare providers using the multi-stage sampling technique. A structured questionnaire, the “Role of Technology in Enhancing Public Health Initiative Questionnaire” (RTEPHIQ), was developed and validated. The Cronbach Alpha Method was used to determine internal reliability, with coefficient values of 0.77, 0.82, and 0.75 for clusters I, II, and II respectively. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze data and determine homogeneity or heterogeneity. Findings: Healthcare professionals in Nigeria agreed that telemedicine and mobile apps such as Babylon Health, Ada Health, Safe Mother, and Pocket Doctor are essential for providing quality healthcare services. However, challenges like inadequate internet infrastructure, limited smartphone availability, and high data costs hinder access to these technologies. It was found that healthcare professionals agreed on the need for improved infrastructure and data availability to enhance public health initiatives in Nigeria. Recommendations: The Nigerian Government and healthcare institutions should invest in robust telemedicine infrastructure, including high-speed internet connectivity and secure platforms, to ensure widespread access to telemedicine services, especially in remote or underserved areas.
The Juridical Review of Investors' Legal Protection in the Development of New Renewable Energy
Authors: Budiono David Permana , Paulus Darminto Hartono
Published: July 2024

Energy is closely related to the economic development of all countries, useful for meeting consumption needs and activities in various sectors. This implication is the impact of the haste in drafting the Presidential Regulation  and only focusing on the economic approach. What is the guarantee of legal protection for investors in the development of Renewable Energy in Indonesia? and second, how is the community involved in preparing legal protection for investors in the development of renewable energy? This legal research and writing uses normative juridical methods because the problems and implications contained in legal writing are dominated by differences in policies issued by the government. Indonesia doesn’t yet have a Law on New and Renewable Energy specifically as a main legal source and optimization effort in terms of management and development that regulates new and renewable energy. The idea of ​​energy democracy in developing New and Renewable Energy can be implemented through public participation by opening up transparency in New and Renewable Energy development policies.
Information Security and Knowledge Management
Authors: Ike Ellena
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The general objective of the study was to analyze information security and knowledge management.
Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.
Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to information security and knowledge management. Preliminary empirical review revealed that integrating IS and KM was crucial for enhancing organizational performance, protecting intellectual assets, and fostering innovation. It emphasized the need for a holistic approach combining technological solutions, robust policies, and a culture of security awareness. The research found that this integration led to significant improvements in operational efficiency and innovation, with continuous evaluation and adaptation being essential. The study highlighted the importance of advanced security technologies, regular updates, and employee training to maintain effective IS and KM practices, ultimately ensuring the secure and effective utilization of knowledge assets for sustainable growth.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Socio-Technical Systems Theory, Knowledge-Based View of the Firm and Information Systems Success Model may be used to anchor future studies on information security and knowledge management. The study provided significant contributions to theory, practice, and policy by integrating various theoretical frameworks and emphasizing the need for a multi-layered approach to IS that includes advanced technology, strong policies, and employee training. It recommended the development of regulatory standards to enforce robust IS practices, the alignment of IS and KM with organizational strategies, and the implementation of continuous improvement programs. Additionally, it highlighted the importance of comprehensive training for employees and fostering a collaborative environment that balances security with innovation.