bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Preliminary Study on Total Glucoside of Peony (TGP) Administration in Organ-Specific Autoimmune Diseases at Prof. dr. R. D. Kandou Hospital, Indonesia
Authors: Mongdong Nancy Cecilia , Datau Eulis Alwi , Surachmanto Eko Edi , Soekarno Juwita , Thezar Dennis
Published: April 2024

Autoimmune diseases are a diverse group of conditions characterized by immune disturbances that cause aberrant B cell and T cell reactivity to normal constituents of the host. These diseases can involve essentially any organ system and affect individuals of any age, with a much greater prevalence among women. Although certain mechanisms unite these conditions into a single category, the clinical manifestations of autoimmune disease are highly varied. This research is an original and interventional study. It is a preliminary with analytic observational. The design is “the one group pre-test – post-test design”. This study was conducted at RSUP Prof. dr. R. D. Kandou over a six-month period from July 2016 to December 2016. The study included patients diagnosed with Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s disease, and aplastic anemia, who were diagnosed based on their medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic workups. This study also aimed to evaluate the improvement in clinical symptoms within the Aplastic Anemia group, tracking the number of complaints reported each week. Four patients were included in the study, each receiving individualized basic therapy.
The Dangers of Hoaxes and Efforts to Overcome them in the 2024 Indonesian Presidential Election
Authors: Johnling Alwern Molley bin , Wahyuningsih Olyvia , Herdianto Tedi
Published: April 2024

Hoaxes are often the dominant element in every electoral process, whether in regional or presidential elections. The spread of fake news or false information through hoaxes can be done for a variety of purposes, ranging from jokes to serious political purposes. Incomprehension of political education and misuse of social media have become fertile fields for spreading hoaxes, especially in every election. In maintaining vigilance and facing the wave of hoaxes in the 2024 presidential election, research methods that can be used are content analysis and social network analysis. The purpose of this study is to detail the causes and consequences of the spread of hoaxes in the General Election, as well as present recommendations related to effective political education strategies to prevent and overcome the spread of hoaxes in the context of elections. This research is expected to contribute conceptually and practically to minimize the negative impact of spreading hoaxes on elections and increase public understanding of elections through the application of political education. To achieve this goal, this research will involve literature analysis and case studies of the spread of hoaxes in elections.
Pengaruh Keterlibatan Siswa dalam Teaching Factory, Motivasi Belajar dan Praktik Kerja Industri terhadap Kesiapan Bekerja Siswa Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan
Authors: Hidayat Rahmat Al , Sayuti Muhammad , Santosa Budi
Published: April 2024

This study aims to: (1) analyze the effect of the teaching factory learning process on the job readiness of SMK Muhammadiyah Majenang students; (2) analyze the effect of learning motivation on the job readiness of SMK Muhammadiyah Majenang students. This study used quantitative methods. Hypothesis test using multiple liner regression analysis processed using SPSS program with data tabulation stages, classical assumption test (multicollinearity, heteroscedasticity, normal P-P plot), model feasibility test (simultaneous significance test F test, significance test of individual parameters t test, determination coefficient test), and interpretation of linear regression models. The results of the study are as follows: (1) student involvement in Teaching Factory Learning has a significant effect on Work Readiness. (2) Student learning motivation has a significant effect on job readiness. (3) Industrial work practices have a significant effect on students' job readiness. (4) Teaching Factory learning, learning motivation and industrial work practices have a significant effect on student job readiness. The factors forming teaching factory learning are curriculum, content standards, process standards, facilities, infrastructure, human resources, personnel management, operational management, and partnerships. Factors forming learning motivation, instrumental, social, achievement and intrinsic motivation. While the factors forming industrial work practices are training management skills, solving problems, applying conceptual domains, discipline, orderly industrial culture, responsibility, occupational safety and health.
The Effect of Work Motivation, Work Ability, and Work Discipline on The Performance of Employees of PT. The Nielsen Company Indonesia
Authors: Sagita Dea , Cik Ahmad , Digdowiseiso Kumba
Published: April 2024

This research is the result of research on the effect of work motivation, work ability, and work discipline on employee performance at PT. The Nielsen Company Indonesia The research method used is the quantitative method. The results of this study used primary data in the form of a questionnaire to 100 respondents. The results of the study stated that there was a positive and significant influence between the variables of work motivation, work ability, and work discipline on the performance of employees at PT. The Nielsen Company Indonesia.
Analysis of the Ratio of Effectiveness and Efficiency of Local Original Income of West Bandung Regency for the 2018-2022 Period
Authors: Mahri Ravlina Aisyah , Digdowiseiso Kumba
Published: April 2024

This research focuses on effectiveness and efficiency analysis in managing local revenue in West Bandung Regency for the 2018-2022 period. Furthermore, this research adopts a quantitative descriptive method to analyze the variables used: the ratio of effectiveness and efficiency. Based on the findings and calculations, especially on the effectiveness ratio variable, the West Bandung Regency regional government is categorized as quite effective in managing its original regional income with an average gain of 90.98%. The efficiency ratio variable shows that the West Bandung Regency regional government is categorized as inefficient in managing regional original income, where the average acquisition was found at 103.4%. Thus, the effectiveness ratio aspect is reasonably practical. It needs to be improved in the future. The efficiency ratio of the West Bandung Regency regional government needs to adjust its original regional income properly in the future so that the budget used can be more efficient with management that is right on target.
The Influence of Democratic Leadership Style, Physical Work Environment and Extrinsic Motivation on Employees’ Performance at PT. Mayasari Bakti Jakarta
Authors: Wibowo Andri , Krisnandi Herry , Digdowiseiso Kumba
Published: April 2024

This research aims to analyze the influence of democratic leadership style, physical work environment and extrinsic motivation on the performance of PT employees. Mayasari Bakti in Jakarta. This research data uses primary data in the form of a questionnaire to 110 respondents who work at PT. Mayasari Bakti using the multiple linear regression method which was processed using SPSS 17.0 software. From data that has met the validity test, reliability test and classical assumption test, the following regression equation is obtained: Y =5,823+ 0,316X1+0,252X2+0,257X3. Where are the employee performance decision variables (Y), democratic leadership style (X1), physical work environment (X2) and extrinsic motivation (X3). From the model feasibility test, it shows that the three independent variables studied are proven to have a positive effect on the dependent variable together. Through partial hypothesis testing, it can be seen that democratic leadership style, physical work environment and extrinsic motivation are proven to each have a positive influence on purchasing decisions, namely 55.60%, meaning that 55.60% of the dependent variable of employee performance can be explained by the independent variable, namely leadership style. democratic, physical work environment and extrinsic motivation. Meanwhile, the remaining 44.40% is explained by other variables that were not included in this research.
Influence of visual merchandising, creative promotion, and price on purchase decisions in live shopping Shopee
Authors: Darma Andrian Mulya , Napitupulu Elfrida Viesta
Published: April 2024

Indonesia's internet boom (212.9 million users) fueled e-commerce growth, with Shopee leading the market (158 million visitors). This study explored factors influencing purchase decisions in Jakarta's Shopee live shopping. Live streams offered product visualization, seller interaction, and promotions. We investigated how visual merchandising, creative promotions, and price impacted buying decisions through a survey of 462 respondents. The research found that creative promotions and price significantly influenced purchases, while visual merchandising had no effect.
Dynamics of state of former agricaltural lands taken out of agricatrure after the Chernobyl accident, according to remote sensing data
Authors: Perevolotskaya Tatiana V. , Perevolotsky Alexander N. , Shubina Olga A.
Published: April 2024

Results of assessment of condition (overgrowth of woody and shrubby vegetation), for example, of former agricultural land, taken out of agriculture, in western area of the European part of the Russian Federation (Bryansk region) using algorithms for automated detection of changes in multi-time multi-zone space images are presented. To perform the work, data from TM radiometers (Landsat 5) were selected from available data for study area, and two images of different times (2011 and 2018) were formed. Automated processing included following stages: preliminary processing of satellite images; determination of difference vegetation index (NDVI) based on index images assessment of changes in multi-time images by principal component method (РСА) based on formation of more informative combinations of source images obtained in different spectral zones and reduction of set of analyzed data; identification of changes by difference method based on difference in brightness of each pixel of first image and brightness of corresponding pixel of second image combined with first. Evaluation of use of algorithms for automated detection of changes in multi-time satellite images has shown that joint image processing makes it much better to assess the processes of changes that have occurred on former agricultural land, derived from agricultural turnover.
Diagnostic Challenges of Quadricuspid Aortic Valve
Authors: Aragao Roberto Cintra A. , Costa Cruz Amanda Raquel , Bispo Iana Carine Machado , Vahle Vitor , Goncalves Luiz Flavio Galvao , Barreto Filho José Augusto Soares
Published: April 2024

The quadricuspid aortic valve (QAV) is a rare anatomical variation, and the estimated incidence is lower than 0,05% of all congenital heart diseases (1). It is usually found as an isolated alteration, however, it may be associated with other concomitant cardiac anomalies (2). In this case report, an atypical presentation of the QAV was observed, with a lot of clinical dissociation versus complementary exams of excellent accuracy for the diagnosis.
Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors STAD-type cooperative learning model and conventional learning model: a comparative study on the learning outcomes of basic volleyball lower passing techniques
Authors: Yulianti Mimi , Subagyo Subagyo , Sujarwo Sujarwo , Wahyudi Agung , Rubiyatno Rubiyatno , Suganda Mikkey Anggara , Suryadi Didi , Herdiyana Bastian Risa
Published: April 2024

This research investigates the impact of STAD-type cooperative learning models and conventional learning models on the learning outcomes of basic volleyball passing techniques. The study was conducted among students of State Junior High School 1 Siak Hulu in the academic year 2023/2024, utilizing a random sampling technique to select a total of 72 students. The participants were divided into two groups: a control group and an experimental group, each consisting of 36 students. Analysis assisted by SPSS 26. The significance result of 0.000 < 0.05 is significant. The results indicate that the use of the STAD technique significantly improves learning and proficiency of specific volleyball skills, exceeding the results achieved through conventional strategies. The STAD type cooperative learning model allows students to collaborate, share ideas and assess answers collectively within the group, providing a simple and easy-to-understand approach. Proficiency in basic volleyball techniques is emphasized as a crucial factor for individual player performance. Factors affecting student engagement in learning the upper pass include internal aspects (limited understanding of the material, incorrect practice, and haphazard execution) and external factors (teachers' learning approach and constraints of space, class time, and class size). These findings underscore the importance of adopting effective teaching methods to optimize students' learning experiences and outcomes in volleyball passing techniques.
Keywords: Learning Model, Cooperative, STAD, Conventional, Learning Outcomes, Basic Technique, Volleyball Passing.
Mudanças na habitação estudantil
Authors: Fonseca e Souza Maressa , Pinto Neide Maria de Almeida
Published: April 2024

A habitação voltada para estudantes universitários tem se destacado como um segmento de mercado lucrativo em diversas áreas urbanas. A concentração de residências estudantis privadas em cidades comumente conhecidas como "universitárias" tem sido objeto de investigação sob a perspectiva das teorias de estudantificação (studentification), desenvolvidas no campo da Geografia a partir dos anos 2000. Este artigo aborda o fenômeno da estudantificação na cidade de Viçosa, Minas Gerais, ao longo das últimas três décadas (1990-2020) e analisa como o mercado imobiliário tem influenciado a produção habitacional destinada a estudantes universitários na cidade. Especificamente, o foco recai sobre a construção de edifícios de apartamentos localizados em proximidade a instituições de ensino superior. A hipótese em questão sugere que os processos de estudantificação gradualmente transformam os padrões habitacionais e a configuração espacial das moradias, direcionando a produção para modelos de habitação cada vez mais individualizados. A pesquisa se fundamenta na análise da configuração espacial de apartamentos, empregando abordagens morfológicas e sintático-espaciais. Os resultados revelam uma progressiva redução das áreas úteis e do número de cômodos nos apartamentos, uma sobreposição de funções em ambientes, bem como a eliminação de áreas de circulação e espaços de convivência nas residências estudantis.
Percursos históricos das festas religiosas no Recife
Authors: Milfont Magna Lícia Barros , Cavalcanti Rafaella dos Santos , Monteiro Circe Maria Gama
Published: April 2024

O presente trabalho mostra a relação entre morfologia e festa religiosa utilizando a sintaxe espacial para descrever a estrutura de algumas das principais procissões religiosas da cidade do Recife. A história urbana mostra que as cidades brasileiras, assim como as do Nordeste, configuraram seus espaços sobre a influência da passagem das celebrações católicas. A ideia central do trabalho é compreender como os percursos das procissões, por meio dos “espaços de escolhas” produzidos pelos transeuntes e devotos, podem ser compatíveis com os eixos de deslocamento e visibilidade em formas de linhas ou trechos retilíneos das ruas. As ligações das linhas na sintaxe espacial são feitas sempre entre caminhos mais curtos, assim como a lógica dos percursos festivos, sinalizando uma possível relação de aproximação entre as duas lógicas. A forma sinuosa da procissão, sobreposta nas linhas axiais, pode revelar também se existe algum nexo topológico no percurso festivo que seja, ao menos, transversal aos elementos que se inscrevem na forma urbana (integração local e global e escolha normalizada e integração normalizada), evidenciando que a rua brasileira sempre foi um espaço vivo de encontros.
Espaços gourmet em moradas brasileiras
Authors: Trigueiro Edja , Umbelino Andreia , Morais Fernando , Filgueira Neto Silvio
Published: April 2024

Neste artigo se investiga o espaço gourmet, protagonista de um novo ambiente social que atua como locus de ostentação em residências de classe média e alta brasileira. Três tipos de moradias contemporâneas no Nordeste foram analisadas em suas propriedades morfológicas – configuração espacial, campos visuais, aspectos geométricas e topológicas a fim de compreender possíveis relações entre essas propriedades e modos de morar. O estudo foi realizado à luz da literatura sobre residências brasileiras, com foco na relação entre os espaços de lazer e o arranjo espacial geral, empregando-se recursos da teoria e das ferramentas de análise da Sintaxe do Espaço e de técnicas complementares como as isovistas. Os resultados mostram que o espaço gourmet está crescentemente presente nas moradias, como expressão inequívoca de afirmação do lazer - de um desejado ambiente que une o cozinhar e o recepcionar, numa direção contrária à segregação historicamente firmada em ambientes de serviço, dada sua visibilidade nos arranjos contemporâneos.  Um movimento que começa pela integração da cozinha ao social, e parece tornar a ação de receber e cozinhar, mediada pela persona do gourmet, no próprio ato social.
7° Workshop PNUM
Authors: Cardoso Ana Claudia Duarte
Published: April 2024

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Para Incisional Quadrant Saving Dissection in Refractive Lenticule Extraction for Myopia by Reverse Pull using Shearing Applied Force Extraction (SAFE)
Authors:   Department of Ophthalmology, Dada Laser Eye Institute, Pune, Maharashtra, India, S Ladi Jeevan , J Ladi Krutika ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Dada Laser Eye Institute, Pune, Maharashtra, India, A Shah Nitant ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Dada Laser Eye Institute, Pune, Maharashtra, India, M Gaikwad Ujwala ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Dada Laser Eye Institute, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Published: April 2024

There is no standard technique of lenticule separation in Refractive Lenticule Extraction (ReLEx) or Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) procedure used for spectacle number treatment by Laser. We present a unique method of lenticule dissection using reverse pull by shearing applied force extraction (SAFE) to ensure complete removal of the lenticule with minimal postoperative inflammation. This technique keeps the lenticule under control of the operating surgeon throughout the dissection. Random separation of lenticule may leave a part of the lenticule attached to the periphery. Separated lenticule overrides the attached part of lenticule. This reduced visibility of the attached part makes further separation difficult and causes excessive manipulation, consumes more time, leads to inflammation and may cause incomplete lenticule removal. This new technique ensures safe and full removal of the lenticule irrespective of its thickness (thin lenticule is difficult to identify and separate while thick lenticule tends to get accumulated on one side) and improves postoperative outcome.
Аnglicisms in Youth Slang
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Auganbayeva M.S. , Alkaya Е. ,   Firat University, Mamayeva G.B. ,   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
Published: April 2024

This article will be devoted to the research of the English slang influence in a colloquial speech on the purity of language. Spoken language is the most essential part of language functioning. One of the most popular forms of conversation is the application of slang. Slang is an informal language used in colloquial rather than writing. Among the slang, “youth slang” and “computer slang” were taken as the main objects of inquiry. Now slang is an active element of the youth language. Slang is so popular that we come across it in everyday colloquial speech. Slang is penetrating all spheres of society. Since youth is a socially active layer of society, new forms of social relations have a great impact on young people. Their language competence and speech habit determine the direction of language development and other social subsystems. That is why it is important to study youth slang. Young people actively use anglicisms in their spoken language. Many words in English are actively used on the pages of the youth press, as well as in radio and television programs. Due to the rapid growth of computerization, borrowed words from the English language enter the speech of young people quite quickly, because young people are a group that tends to quickly master and perceive everything new that has appeared in their lives. The most active slang users are young people and computer users. That is why the work considers English slang in the spoken language of these two social groups.
Psychological Aspects of the Formation of Value Orientations of Teenagers in the Process of Teaching the Subject “Kazakh Language”
Authors:   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University, Kavakli M. , Issayeva Zh. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University, Durmaz I. ,   Düzce Merkez Gümüşpınar Mehmetçik Primary School
Published: April 2024

The article discusses the psychological aspects of the formation of value orientations in the process of teaching the Kazakh language to teenagers. On this basis, in the course of the study, an analysis of the Kazakh language textbooks of grades 5–7 is carried out and the quantity and quality of educational materials in terms of forming values are analyzed. The Kazakh and Turkish language textbooks of grades 5–7 are compared as well. The idea is substantiated that the age of adolescence is crucial from the point of view of the formation of value orientation since these years are formative and determining in the life of a personality, consequently, it is important for the school and family to actively participate in the process of upbriniging and education of a child. In this regard, the article is devoted to a comprehensive and comparative study of educational materials, in particular, textbooks on native language subjects of grades 5–7 in Kazakh and Turkish schools in terms of content, educative value, formative potential. The authors comes to the conclusion that within the framework of topics studied in grades 5–7 in Kazakh and Turkish lessons, there is a high probability of forming learners’ value systems with the need to take into account the content, emotional and behavioral components and methodologically appropriate development of tasks for text and audiovisual materials.
Effectiveness of Poster Presentation Method for Vocabulary Enhancement of International Information Technology University Students
Authors:   Kazakh Ablai Khan University of International Relations and World Languages, Kaldarova A.K. , Vasquez М.А. ,   International Information Technology University
Published: April 2024

This paper investigates the impact of employing poster-making activities on the vocabulary proficiency of intermediate-level International Information Technology Students. The study focuses on a sample of four groups, each comprising 15 students, randomly assigned to either the treatment or control condition. The treatment group engages in structured poster-making exercises centered around IT-related terminology, while the control group receives conventional vocabulary instruction through traditional methods. Pre- and post-assessments, consisting of standardized vocabulary tests, will be administered to all four groups to measure vocabulary acquisition. Statistical analysis will be employed to compare the pre- and post-test scores between the treatment and control groups, while controlling for any initial differences in vocabulary proficiency. This article strictly adheres to a quantitative methodology, focusing on objective measurements of vocabulary gains. The study aims to provide empirical evidence regarding the effectiveness of poster-making activities as a supplementary tool for vocabulary enhancement in the context of Information Technology education. The findings of this study will contribute to the growing body of literature on innovative language learning strategies tailored to specialized fields like information technology. Additionally, the results will offer practical insights for educators and curriculum developers seeking evidence-based approaches to address the unique language learning needs of students in technical disciplines.
Formation of Literary Competence in Philological Specialties in the Course of Modern Kazakh Literature at the University
Authors:   Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University, Sabdaliyeva R. , Orynkhanova G. ,   Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University, Klimenko I. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University
Published: April 2024

The article deals with the problem of the formation of literary competence in the course of modern Kazakh literature. The relevance of the study is due to the need to implement a competency-based approach in university education. The study of modern literature of Kazakhstan is also an urgent task of today. The professional training of a future philologist should include a holistic understanding of the modern literary process, including the domestic one. In the course of the study, historical-functional, intermedial, biographical, systemic methods and modeling methods were applied. The authors provide an overview of scientific points of view on the problem of the competence-based approach in education, compares different approaches to the definition of competence and competencies, to the relationship between these two concepts. A directed study of the phenomenon of literary competence was carried out, in connection with which an overview of the definitions of the concept was given, and then descriptors of literary competence were developed on the basis of the works of Ermek Tursunov. The authors proposes a methodology for the formation of literary competence with the help of a system of tasks based on the genre approach. The results of a pedagogical experiment proving the effectiveness of the methodology are reflected. The aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of the methodological system for the formation of the literary competence of future philologists through the development of descriptors and the use of methodological tools. The methods used in the research process were sociological, intermedial, historical-functional methods, as well as the method of pedagogical diagnostics of the level of formed literary competence. The main conclusion obtained by the researchers was that the use of a methodological system for the formation of literary competence in the study of the works of E. Tursunov, consisting of descriptors, a complex of diagnostic tools, a set of tasks, improves the quality of education through an increase in the level of formation of literary competence.The authors see the future direction of research in expanding the field of application of the methodological system through a change in training courses, the material used, and the student body. The results obtained in the course of the study can serve as the basis for the methodological support of the process of forming the literary competence of a philologist in the development of training courses.
Hotel business: forms and methods of managing leisure activities at the present stage
Authors:   Moscow State Linguistic University, Lesnikova Olga V. , Kanunikova Margarita I. ,   Moscow State Linguistic University
Published: April 2024

Cultural and leisure activities play a key role in the organization of leisure and recreation within the hotel business. However this area has not yet been sufficiently studied. Therefore, research in this area has great promise and relevance for further progress in the field of hospitality. The modern entertainment industry has become an integral part of hotel activities. The current trend of hotels — meeting the increasing needs of customers — involves offering a wide range of leisure forms. Cultural and leisure activities contribute to the development of aesthetic and emotional perception of the individual. Organizing leisure activities is also a source of additional income, and the greater the variety of activities offered, the higher the hotel's reputation and the greater the company's profits. The purpose of this study is to assess the potential and significance of the development and implementation of cultural and leisure events, as well as to create, on the basis of this, a recreation program for guests.
Available information technologies in production management
Authors:   State University of Management, Psareva Nadezhda Yu. , Kiselev Dmitriy N. ,   Moscow International University
Published: April 2024

This article considers the digital transformation of Russia's economy as a priority direction of the country's development, based on the active development of modern information technologies in the field of production management. In addition, the advantages of using information technologies in production management, basic production management systems, promising digital information technologies and their use to ensure the successful functioning of enterprises in a modern economic environment are described on the example of LLC "Zavod Moskabel".
Mechanism for evaluating tax policy results
Authors:   Ufa University of Science and Technology, Aristarkhova Margarita K. , Zueva Maria S. ,   Ufa University of Science and Technology
Published: April 2024

The work is devoted to the presentation of the author's version of the mechanism for assessing the results of tax policy. This problem is the object of study of many scientific schools. Her decisions are eagerly awaited by practice. The presentation of the author's version is preceded by a deep analysis of the views of various scientific schools on the formulation of a mechanism for assessing the results of tax policy, as well as on the establishment of criteria for its effectiveness. The authors substantiate that the ideological basis for constructing a mechanism for assessing the results of tax policy is the use of philosophical categories — space and time. From these positions, the characteristics of each of the stages of the mechanism under study are outlined.
International Market Entry Strategies: Exploring the Role of Institutional Environment in the Sweden
Authors: Nilsson Alicia
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the international market entry strategies: exploring the role of institutional environment in the Sweden.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Research on international market entry strategies in Sweden reveals that the institutional environment strongly influences multinational corporations' (MNCs) decisions. Factors like regulations, political stability, and cultural norms are key considerations. Adaptation to Sweden's unique socio-economic context is crucial for successful market entry. The findings emphasize the importance of MNCs assessing and navigating the institutional environment when devising their strategies in Sweden.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Institutional theory, resource-based view (RBV) & transaction cost economics (TCE) may be used to anchor future studies on analyze the international market entry strategies: exploring the role of institutional environment in the Sweden. Firms aiming to enter the Swedish market should conduct thorough institutional analysis to understand the regulatory frameworks, cultural norms, and socio-political dynamics that may impact their market entry strategies. Policymakers in Sweden should strive to create a conducive institutional environment that facilitates foreign investment and market entry while maintaining regulatory stability and transparency.
Supply Chain Resilience and Firm Performance: A Comparative Analysis of Manufacturing Companies in Switzerland
Authors: Meier Jonas
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the supply chain resilience and firm performance: a comparative analysis of manufacturing companies in Switzerland.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study underscores the importance of proactive measures like contingency planning and supplier diversification. It also emphasizes the need for continual adaptation of resilience strategies to changing market conditions. Overall, the research highlights the critical role of supply chain resilience in enhancing firm performance and competitiveness in Switzerland's business landscape.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Resource-based view (RBV), institutional theory & transaction cost economics (TCE) may be used to anchor future studies on analyze the supply chain resilience and firm performance: a comparative analysis of manufacturing companies in Switzerland. Spanish manufacturing companies should prioritize investments in technological capabilities, such as advanced analytics and real-time monitoring systems, to enhance their ability to detect and respond to disruptions in the supply chain promptly. Policymakers should focus on creating an enabling environment for innovation and digitalization within the manufacturing sector through incentives, subsidies, and supportive regulatory frameworks.
Corporate Governance and Firm Performance: A Cross-Country Analysis in South Korea
Authors: Min-ji Kang
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to examine the corporate governance and firm performance: a cross-country analysis.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings:  Financial regulations in Germany impact market liquidity through a complex interplay of factors. While they enhance stability and investor protection, compliance costs and altered trading dynamics may initially hinder liquidity. However, regulatory initiatives driving innovation and global harmonization can ultimately foster a more efficient market environment, benefiting both domestic and international
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Agency theory, stewardship theory & institutional theory may be used to anchor future studies on the corporate governance and firm performance: a cross-country analysis. The study should provide practical recommendations for firms and corporate boards to enhance their corporate governance practices based on empirical findings. The study should inform policymakers and regulatory authorities about the implications of corporate governance regulations on firm performance and market competitiveness.
Role of Celebrity Endorsement in Luxury Brand Marketing: A Study of Consumer Preferences in China
Authors: Jun Yang
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the role of celebrity endorsement in luxury brand marketing: a study of consumer preferences in china
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study on celebrity endorsements in luxury brand marketing in China revealed that celebrities significantly shape consumer preferences. Cultural relevance is crucial, as celebrities admired by Chinese consumers have a stronger impact. Aligning the celebrity's image with the brand's values enhances credibility. Authentic endorsements, perceived as genuine, are more effective. Overall, the study emphasizes the influential role of celebrities in shaping consumer perceptions of luxury brands in China.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social identity theory, self-congruity theory & information processing theory may be used to anchor future studies on the role of celebrity endorsement in luxury brand marketing: a study of consumer preferences in china. It emphasizes the need to tailor endorsement strategies to Chinese cultural values, prioritize authenticity, leverage social media platforms, and invest in long-term partnerships with celebrities. From a policy perspective, the study underscores the importance of transparency, ethical standards, and consumer protection in celebrity endorsement agreements within the Chinese market.
AN ERROR ANALYSIS ON THE USAGE OF COHESIVE DEVICES IN THE ENGLISH WRITTEN COMPOSITIONS OF ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM (ALS) LEARNERS
Authors: Santiago Mary Ann T. , Neri Socorro L.
Published: April 2024

This qualitative research aimed to identify errors in the usage of cohesive devices in the English written compositions of Alternative Learning System (ALS) learners. Employing Corder's (1974) Error Analysis framework, the study identified error types and frequencies in compositions collected from three Tagum City secondary schools offering ALS programs. A comprehensive error analysis of the ALS learners' English written compositions revealed 126 errors concerning the usage of cohesive devices. The study finds selection errors (48 instances) most prevalent, indicating misuse of cohesive devices that do not accurately convey intended meaning or context. Learners also commit omission errors (30 instances), failing to use cohesive devices that are vital for linking ideas, and addition errors (26 instances), employing unnecessary or incorrect devices that disrupt sentence structure. Less frequent ordering errors (14 instances) involve misplaced devices leading to misinterpretations. These findings highlight the difficulty ALS learners face in using cohesive devices effectively to connect ideas within intended meaning and grammatical context of their written compositions. They underscore the critical need for targeted instructional strategies to address these challenges, aiming to enhance learners' knowledge and skills in utilizing cohesive devices. By mastering their use and application in writing, learners can improve the coherence, cohesion, and overall competence of their written English, ultimately enhancing their writing skills and language proficiency.
Biological and nutritional value of fermented half-smoked sausage
Authors: Ryspaevа U. A. , Baitukenova Sh. B. , Baitukenova S. B.
Published: April 2024

This article analyzes the results of studies on the nutritional value and biological value of fermented semi-smoked sausage. We studied the change in the quality of meat raw materials during the processing of beef of the first and second grades with propionic acid bacteria. Meat raw material was processed in the amount of 0,1 % at the ripening stage. Bacterial cultures cause rapid hydrolysis of meat biopolymers, which makes it possible to intensify the technological process. Domestic and foreign scientists have proved the correctness of the direction of using modern biotechnology, namely enzymatic, in order to increase the yield of finished sausages, reduce the duration of heat treatment, and increase their biological value and nutritional value. It has been determined that propionic acid microorganisms lead to the significant formation of free amino acids and volatile fatty acids, thereby improving the taste and organoleptic characteristics of the finished sausage product and speeding up the formation of the product consistency. Considering the fact that the propionic acid microorganism grows at low temperatures, has a high activity against pathogenic microflora, and also has the ability to increase the content of fatty acids, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, effectively use microorganisms as starter cultures in the processing of meat raw materials.
Determination of the nutritional and biological value of semi-smoked sausage products made from beef
Authors: Syzdykova L. S. , Abdiyeva K. M. , Yessenkulova Zh. Zh. , Baigabylov R. K.
Published: April 2024

Sausage products belong to high-calorie products with their own taste and aroma and occupy a significant share in the meat products market of Kazakhstan. In the modern era, one of the most important directions in the creation of technology for meat products is to reduce the content of toxic substances in products and enrich their composition with vitamins, macro - and microelements through natural raw materials. The presented article shows the result of improving the quality indicators of finished products by adding vegetables to them in order to expand the range of semi-smoked beef sausages. Sausage products are meat products made from minced meat and heat – treated, their chemical composition and nutritional value are higher depending on the portion content, i.e. the content of complete proteins, irreplaceable polyunsaturated fatty acids, macro- and microelements and vitamins in the finished product the composition in the sausage recipe depends on the type and size of the portion. In the course of scientific work, it is planned to increase the nutritional and biological value of sausage by reducing the amount of nitrites and spices used in the production of sausages and adding vitamin-rich carrot juice instead. Carrot juice is a real depository of useful vitamins, micro and macroelements, and the antioxidants contained in it are able to prevent the appearance and development of malignant tumors. Especially vitamin A, which is contained in carrots, is characterized by strong antioxidant properties, it is formed from carotene, which enters our body, and it is easily absorbed through squeezed carrot juice. As a result of research, a recipe for new samples of semi-smoked sausages with the addition of carrot juice was created, a production technology was developed, and the nutritional and biological value of the resulting sausage product was determined. Carrot juice contributed to the formation of aroma, taste, color and high-quality characteristics of sausages.
Quality and quantitative traits of non-alcoholic beer with flavour-improved taste
Authors: Baybatyrov T. A. , Nauryzbayeva A. Zh. , Baygazieva G. I.
Published: April 2024

The non-alcoholic and low-alcohol beer market has grown significantly in recent years and is predicted to continue growing. However, non-alcoholic and low-alcohol beers have organoleptic problems and are not recognized by many consumers. The increasing popularity of alcohol-free beers (AFBs) fosters the industry's interest in delivering the best possible product. Yet, a remaining sensory issue of AFBs is the over-perception of wort flavor, caused by elevated concentrations of small volatile flavor compounds (i.e.aldehydes)still remains. Previously, molecular sieves (hydrophobic ZSM-5 type zeolites) were found as most suitable to remove these flavors by adsorption with high selectivity from the AFBs. In this work, a flavor-improved beer is produced at a pilot-scale using this novel technology, and its chemical composition, sensory profile, and stability are evaluated against a reference. Aldehyde concentrations in the flavor-improved product were found 79–93% lower than in the reference. The distinct difference was confirmed with a trained sensory panel and could be conserved even after three months of ageing at 30ºC. Future work will focus on the process design to scale up this technology. It is established that the release of a new kind of beer is economically profitable, since the expansion of the range contributes to a more complete use of production capacity, and consequently, reduced costs per unit of production, which ultimately leads to an increase in the profit of the enterprise.
Specialized product for sports nutrition
Authors: Sinyavskiy Yu. A. , Tuigunov D. N. , Sarsembayev Kh. S. , Omarov E. N. , Imankulova S. K. , Akhatayeva E. N.
Published: April 2024

The article sets out data on the development of a specialized product for sports nutrition “Fruit-milk bar” with directed preventive properties. A scientific justification of the choice of raw materials with an increased content of the full-fledged protein of animal and plant origin, polyunsaturated fatty acids, easily digestible carbohydrates, organic acids, water-and-fat vitamins, macro-and microelements, bioflavonoids, collagen. The purpose of this study was the scientific substantiation and development of a new specialized product for sports nutrition based on local raw materials with increased food and biological value. The work used generally accepted analytical, physicochemical and technological research methods. The choice of raw materials and the composition of the product aimed at resolving issues to increase the body's resistance to increased physical and neuro-emotional stresses are justified. The recipe is given the product preparation technology, data on the physicochemical and organoleptic indicators of the product, as well as safety indicators, are given.
Research of physical and mechanical properties of knitted fabrics of plush interlooping with reduced material consumption
Authors: Sarybayeva E. E. , Kuramysova M. U. , Jurinskaya I. M.
Published: April 2024

The article discusses methods for manufacturing lined weave plush knitwear and ways to reduce the material intensity of knitted fabrics. The purpose of the study is to reduce the material consumption of products while maintaining operational, hygienic and aesthetic properties in the production of knitted fabrics. As a result of experimental work, the technological capabilities of the KН-323D flat knitting machine were studied and new types of lined weave plush knitwear were developed. Comparing the bulk density of plush knitwear with elongated lining broaches with the main base weave, it is clear that the presence of elongated lining broaches in the knitwear structure increases the thickness of the knitwear and reduces the bulk density. The breathability of a lined weave plush jersey is significantly less than that of a basic weave. It has been established that air permeability coefficients can be reduced to 33.1% (46.3-66.9 cm3/cm2∙sec) by adjusting the length of the threads of the lining broaches of plush knitted fabric of lined weave. Regression equations are derived to determine the dependence of bulk density, breaking load (along the length and width) and the air permeability index of knitted fabric on technological factors. Mathematical models were built in Excel using regression equations. The research results make it possible to improve the quality and consumer properties of knitted products, and to select advanced production technologies for their production.