bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PBL-TARL-CRT: INTEGRATING INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO IMPROVE SCIENCE LEARNING OUTCOMES IN GRADE 8
Authors: Sonya Mellyaning Oktaviani Sonya Kirana Sari , Harjono Harjono
Published: October 2024

This study explores the integration of three innovative learning approaches, namely Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL), and Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT), in improving learning outcomes in Science in grade 8. In education as a pillar of state-building and character-building, these approaches provide a foundation for effective and meaningful learning. PBL places students as agents of learning by providing real challenges, while TaRL adapts learning to students' ability levels, and CRT utilizes students' cultures and experiences for more meaningful learning. An experiment at Junior High School 25 Semarang showed significant improvements in student learning outcomes, learning motivation, and student character. Quantitative analysis confirmed the improvement in learning outcomes, while interviews revealed positive changes in students' learning motivation and character. However, challenges in learning implementation were also shown, including the need to increase diversity in teaching methods, pay attention to students' needs, and create an interactive learning environment. This study shows that the integration of PBL, TaRL, and CRT is promising in improving science learning outcomes and shaping students' characters. However, continuous efforts to improve the quality of learning and the role of teachers are essential to achieving optimal learning goals and creating a bright and characterful generation.
Невалентные взаимодействия в структурах α- и β-имидазола
Authors: Карасев М.О. , Карасева И.Н. , Пушкин Д.В. , Курбатова С.В.
Published: October 2024

С использованием стереоатомной модели строения кристаллов и полиэдров Вороного-Дирихле осуществлен кристаллохимический анализ невалентных взаимодействий в структурах кристаллов имидазола, расшифрованных в широком диапазоне давлений. Показано, что в зависимости от величины внешнего давления в кристаллических структурах имидазола реализуются различные невалентные контакты. Установлена линейная зависимость значений площади молекулярных полиэдров Вороного-Дирихле от величины внешнего давления. Проанализирована топология связывания молекул имидазола друг с другом посредством водородных связей, а также влияние величины внешнего давления на характеристики водородных связей N–H···N в структурах кристаллов имидазола.
Raspberry Pi 3 Based Cloud Supported Temperature Controlled Spectrophotometer Design
Authors: Böcekçi Veysel , Özkan Pınar
Published: October 2024

Spectrophotometers are a kind of photometers that are used to find the amount of substance in the solution. Spectrophotometers detect the amount of radiation that is not absorbed by the solution in the sample chamber and gives information about the amount of substance in the sample. Spectrophotometers are used in many different fields such as chemistry, medicine, geology, environmental engineering and agriculture. Samples that will directly affect people, such as wastewater, drinking water, pharmaceuticals, are analyzed with high accuracy and possible hazards are avoided. In this study, a device that can be used in the detection of Salmonella bacteria is modeled. In addition, the fact that the heater unit of the device is on the test mechanism eliminates the need for heating in the external environment and the test data can be saved in the cloud environment over the internet connection, which is the novelty of this study. A spectrophotometer device was developed using Raspberry Pi 3 and Python software language. A 470 nm optical filter was used in the device. In addition to the features of standard spectrophotometers, the heating feature that can keep the sample temperature at the desired value has been added. This feature has been developed using the on-off logic method. Linear regression of optical measurements, R2 value was calculated as 0.9982 in density tests between 0.1 gram and 0.2 gram. The device was developed with a Raspberry Pi 3 minicomputer, it does not need an external computer for use. Thanks to the internet connection ability of Raspberry Pi 3, the analysis results are transferred to the cloud environment, allowing the user to see the results even when they are not at the device.
Havacılık Endüstrisinde Titanyum Parçaların Yüzey Kalitesi Üzerindeki İşleme Parametrelerinin ve Takım Kaplamalarının Etkisinin Araştırılması
Authors: Kaymak Burak , Öztürk Fahrettin
Published: October 2024

Havacılık sektöründe, titanyum bileşenlerin çoğu frezeleme yoluyla üretilmektedir ve bu da iyi yüzey kalitesi elde etmede çeşitli zorluklar ortaya çıkarmaktadır. Sonuç olarak, kesme parametrelerini optimize etmek ve uygun kesici takım kaplamalarını seçmek, bu parçaların yüzey pürüzlülüğünü etkileyen kritik faktörlerdir. Bu çalışma, Ti-6Al-4V alaşımını frezelerken kesme derinliğinin, kesme hızının ve ilerleme hızının yüzey pürüzlülüğü üzerindeki etkisini incelemektedir. Ayrıca, yüzey kalitesi açısından üç farklı kaplamanın - Alüminyum Krom Nitrür (AlCrN), tungsten bazlı AlCrN ve tungsten bazlı Alüminyum Titanyum Nitrür (AlTiN) - derinlemesine bir analizini sağlamaktadır. Bulgular, Taguchi yöntemi kullanılarak yapılan deneylerde yüzey pürüzlülüğünü etkileyen en önemli faktörün kesme hızı olduğunu ve her parametreye üç değer atandığını ortaya koymuştur. Dahası, tungsten bazlı AlCrN kaplama en iyi ortalama yüzey pürüzlülüğü değerlerini göstermiştir.
Genel olarak, bu çalışma titanyum frezelemede yüzey pürüzlülüğünü etkileyen unsurlara ilişkin değerli bilgiler sunmakta ve havacılık bileşeni üretiminde yüzey kalitesini iyileştirmek için kesme parametreleri ve takım kaplamaları seçmek için pratik öneriler sunmaktadır. Gelecekteki araştırmalar, titanyum işlemede yüzey kalitesini daha da artırmak için takım geometrisi ve soğutma stratejileri gibi ek faktörleri araştırabilir.
Kırmızıbiberin vakum destekli mikrodalga tekniği ile kurutulması
Authors: Baltacıoğlu Cem , Boz Duygu
Published: October 2024

Bu çalışmada %91.74 neme sahip tatlı kırmızıbiberler (Capsicum annuum L.) mikrodalgada vakum destekli ve sıcak hava fırını ile %10 nem içeriğinin altına düşürülmüştür. Mikrodalga-vakum prosesinde istenilen nem seviyesine ulaşmak için geçen süre 45-90d, etüvde ise 480d olarak bulunmuştur. Vakum destekli mikrodalga yöntemi ve sıcak hava ile etüvde kurutulan kırmızıbiber örneklerinde toplam antioksidan aktivite, toplam fenolik madde ve toplam monomerik antosiyanin analizleri yapılmıştır. En yüksek değerler vakum destekli mikrodalga prosesinde elde edilmiştir. Sıcak havada kurutulan kırmızıbiber örneklerinin askorbik asit miktarı vakum-mikrodalga prosesine göre %74,46 oranında azalma gözlemlenmiştir. Taze bibere en yakın renk parametreleri ve toplam renk değişimi en az vakum-mikrodalga kurutma tekniğinde elde edilmiştir. İstatiksel açıdan mikrodalga gücünün kurutulmuş kırmızıbiber örneklerinin kimyasal ve fiziksel kalite özellikleri üzerine etkisi vakum basıncından daha belirgin olduğu gözlemlenmiştir.
BIM – CONSTRUCTION LIFECYCLE
Authors: Kumar Nirmal , Singh Deeksha , Kumar Bipasha
Published: October 2024

Engineering, construction, and architecture have all been impacted by building information modeling, or BIM. The use of BIM technology during a building's operational phase is only now beginning to gain popularity among building owners looking for creative ways to increase the effectiveness of their facility operations. Lifespan The process of creating, storing, and using building data to manage operations and maintenance of buildings over the course of their operational lives is known as building information modeling, or BIM. Many facets of building operations that gain from improved data are of interest to facility managers. The goal is for stakeholders to produce and utilize consistent digital information at every stage of the asset's lifecycle. BIM Lifecycle is the process of creating, utilizing and maintaining the building information. BIM technology has the potential to significantly increase the efficiency of project maintenance as well as building design, production, construction, operation, and maintenance. Specifically, information management throughout the manufacturing stage optimizes the production process, and collaborative design using BIM technology improves design efficiency. Its data management function increases the effectiveness of building operations and maintenance, and its 3D visualization tool lowers construction errors and encourages efficiency in the constructing phase.
PROSPECTS FOR INNOVATIVE DRUGS FOR THE TREATMENT OF RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
Authors: Romanycheva A. , Korsakov M. , Dorogov M. , Fedorov V. , Shetnev A. , Arshinov A.
Published: October 2024

Rheumatoid arthritis is an immune-inflammatory disease with multifactorial etiology, affecting directly or indirectly all organs and systems of the body. Generally accepted standards of drug therapy of rheumatoid arthritis, represented by baseline anti-inflammatory drugs, glucocorticoids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, have remained unchanged for a long time, but often they only alleviate or slow down the course of the disease, without curing the patient completely. Therefore, new pharmacologic targets for therapy are being actively investigated. A review of the literature concerning the development of innovative drugs for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is presented. The prospects for the development of new drugs based on inhibitors of Janus kinases, transcription factor NF-kB, mitogen-activated kinase p38, histone diethylase, phosphoinositide-3-kinase, low-molecular-weight antagonists of proteinase-activated PAR2 receptors, and anti-PAR-2-specific monoclonal antibodies are outlined.
THE LEVELS OF ESSENTIAL TRACE ELEMENTS IN BLOOD SERUM AND URINE OF WOMEN WITH OSTEOPOROSIS
Authors: Korobeinikova T. , Rylina E. , Mazaletskaya A. , Tinkov A. , Skalny A.
Published: October 2024

The objective of the study was to assess serum and urinary concentrations of essential trace elements in women with osteoporosis. Material and methods. A total of 100 women aged 30-70 years old including 50 patients with osteoporosis (ICD-10: M81) and 50 healthy controls were examined. Assessment of serum and urinary trace element levels was performed using inductively-coupled plasma mass-spectrometry. Results. The obtained data demonstrate that urinary cobalt and zinc levels in women with osteoporosis were 42% and 44% lower than those in the control women. Analysis of covariance demonstrated a significant impact of osteoporosis and body mass index (BMI) values on urinary Zn concentra-tion. The influence of the presence of osteoporosis on urinary Co concentration was nearly significant. At the same time, serum Co concentration in os-teoporotic women was 21% lower than in healthy controls, while no significant difference in serum Zn levels was observed. The presence of osteopo-rosis in the examined women was also considered a key factor affecting serum Co levels independently of age and BMI values. Conclusion. Therefore, the results of the present study demonstrated the association between Zn and Co deficiency and the presence of osteoporosis in women. It is suggested that personalized correction of body burden of these trace elements may reduce the risk of osteoporosis due to osteogenic effect of zinc and cobalt. At the same time, intimate mechanisms of this association, as well as efficiency of supplementation strategies in manage-ment of osteoporosis requires further investigation.
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Microteaching and School Environmental Introduction (PLP 2) in Developing Teaching Skills for Biology Education Students
Authors: Makatita Audrey Louise , Rahaweman Ayu Christine , Enda Riwa Rambu Hada , Dimu Mia Fransiska M.
Published: October 2024

The research presented a comparison analysis of the effectiveness of microteaching and PLP 2 in developing teaching skills for biology education students. Microteaching, a commonly used method in higher education, involves simulated teaching sessions where students receive feedback from peers and instructors. On the other hand, PLP 2 offers practical teaching experience in a school environment, providing real challenges and interaction with students in the classroom. This research evaluates and compares how both methods contribute to improving teaching competencies. The main findings indicate that while microteaching focuses on pedagogical techniques and classroom management, PLP 2 emphasizes adaptability to various learning environments and student engagement strategies. The study concludes that integrating both approaches into teacher education programs can better prepare aspiring educators with the comprehensive skills to teach in diverse educational contexts
Safety Profile of Abelmoschus Manihot (L.) Medik Ethanol Leaf Extract: Acute Toxicity Study in Animal Models
Authors: Pantua Magfira B. , Anggi Viani , Utami Indah Kurnia , Rakanita Yasinta
Published: October 2024

Abelmoschus Manihot (L.) Medik, commonly known as Abelmoschus manihot, is a traditional medicinal plant from Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, widely utilized for its potential health benefits. This research aims to evaluate the acute toxicity of ethanol extract from Abelmoschus manihot leaves, focusing on determining the lethal dose (LD50) in rats. The study involved extracts being administered at a range of doses of 500 mg/kg, 1000 mg/ kg, and 2000 mg/Kg of body weight (BB) in a rat population. Rats were observed for 24 hours to look for signs of toxicity and death. The LD50 value, which determines the dose required to cause death in 50% of the test population, is calculated based on the results. This research provides insights into the safety profile of ethanol extract from Abelmoschus manihot leaves and contributes to understanding its potential risks when used in traditional medicine. No significant deaths were observed at lower doses, but higher doses resulted in observable toxic effects, indicating the need for careful dosing in therapeutic applications. The results show that although Abelmoschus Manihot did not exhibit acute toxic effects on rats at doses of 500 mg/kg, 1000 mg/kg, and 2000 mg/kg body weight. No significant deaths or severe toxic symptoms were observed during the 24-hour observation period up to the 14-day observation, and there were no differences in the body weight of the rats during the 14-day observation
Sustainability of Garlic Development in East Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara
Authors: Zaini Anas , Anwar Anwar , Danasari Idiatul Fitri
Published: October 2024

This research is intended to evaluate the degree of sustainability of garlic development in East Lombok Regency as well as finding levers for its sustainability. Data collection used interview methods and online questionnaires for 45 farmer respondents spread across Sembalun District as the main garlic producer in West Nusa Tenggara. Sustainability evaluation analysis was carried out using farmers' subjective approaches to four dimensions, namely ecology, economics, social, and policy. The research results concluded that the majority of garlic farmers (78%) stated that garlic development had a low level of sustainability and only 22 percent stated that it was moderately sustainable. The three dimensions with a low sustainability category were the economic dimension (0.40), ecology (0.29), and policy (0.27). Meanwhile, the social dimension was in the medium category with a sustainability index (SI) of 0.55. However, overall, the sustainability index was in the low category (SI= 0.37).
SISTEM INFORMASI PENGADUAN MAHASISWA FAKULTAS TEKNIK UNIVERSITAS MATARAM BERBASIS WEBSITE
Authors: Laily Hidhayah Ratu Nisful Nisful Laily , Agitha Nadiyasari , Anjarwani Sri Endang
Published: October 2024

Pendidikan tinggi memiliki peran krusial dalam meningkatkan kualitas sumber daya manusia. Fakultas Teknik Universitas Mataram, sebagai salah satu bagian dari institusi pendidikan tinggi di Indonesia, turut serta dalam upaya ini melalui peran mahasiswanya. Pengalaman mahasiswa selama perkuliahan memiliki dampak signifikan terhadap pencapaian visi dan misi fakultas. Namun, dalam konteks ini, terdapat ketidakjelasan mengenai sistem pengaduan yang ada, yang dapat menghambat mahasiswa dalam menyampaikan masalah yang mereka hadapi di lingkungan kampus. Survei yang dilakukan di Fakultas Teknik Universitas Mataram mengungkapkan bahwa sebagian besar mahasiswa mengalami kebingungan terkait keberadaan sistem pengaduan. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan wadah yang terstruktur dan efektif untuk menampung aduan mahasiswa. Salah satu pendekatan yang dapat dilakukan adalah dengan merancang dan membangun sistem informasi pengaduan. Metode Personal Extreme Programming (PXP) dipilih untuk pengembangannya karena fleksibilitasnya terhadap perubahan dan penekanan pada kualitas pengembangan pribadi. Aplikasi pengaduan yang dihasilkan akan memberikan mahasiswa kemudahan dalam melaporkan masalah dan memudahkan admin dalam memproses aduan apabila diimpelemntasikan, sehingga dapat membantu meningkatkan kualitas fasilitas dan lingkungan belajar di kampus. Hal tersebut dibuktikan berdasarkan hasil pengujian yang sudah dilakukan oleh dekan, wakil dekan, ketua jurusan, staf, dan mahasiswa di Fakultas Teknik Universitas Mataram. Hasil pengujian memperoleh hasil sebesar 87.2% yang menunjukkan bahwa sistem informasi pengaduan mahasiswa Fakultas Teknik Universitas Mataram dapat dikatakan baik.
EAR DISEASE CLASIFICATION USING DEEP LEARNING WITH XCEPTION AND MOBILENET-V2 ARCHITECTURE
Authors: Setiawan Lalu Rudi , Wijaya I Gede Pasek Suta , Bimantoro Fitri
Published: October 2024

Hearing loss is a significant global health problem, with a high prevalence in Indonesia. Limited access to ENT specialists, especially in remote areas, causes delays in diagnosis and treatment of ear diseases. This research aims to develop an early diagnosis system for ear diseases using deep learning. The proposed method applies Xception and MobileNet-V2 Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) architecture with hyperparameter optimization using Bayesian Optimizer. The dataset consists of 1,101 images covering 20 types of ear diseases, collected using an endoscope ear cleaning kit at Mataram University Hospital. The dataset was divided into 60% training data, 20% validation data, and 20% test data. Xception recorded the best performance with accuracy, precision, recall, and f1-score of 0.911, 0.166, 0.166, and 0.151, respectively. The best model performance was obtained on MobileNet-V2 with the application of Bayesian Optimizer, resulting in the best hyperparameters at Unit Dense 174, Dropout Rate 0.2, and LXceptionearning Rate 0.003. This scenario resulted in an increase in accuracy, precision, recall, and f1-score compared to the scenario without hyperparameter search of 0.004, 0.010, 0.018, and 0.012, respectively. This research demonstrates the potential of deep learning in improving early diagnosis of ear diseases.
Variasi Bahasa Pelaku Industri Pariwisata Dalam Interaksi Sosial Di Kabupaten Bangkalan
Authors: Susylowati Eka , Alfisuma Meria Zakiyah , Romadloni M. Imam
Published: October 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menjelaskan variasi bahasa yang digunakan oleh pelaku industri pariwisata dalam interaksi sosial di Kabupaten Bangkalan, Madura. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif yang mengambil lokasi penelitian di wilayah Kabupaten Bangkalan, Madura, Jawa Timur. Data penelitian ini merupakan tuturan pelaku industri pariwisata dengan wisatawan dalam situasi informal yang mengandung variasi bahasa. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan observasi dan wawancara. Analisis data dilakukan dengan metode SPEAKING. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terdapat penggunaan variasi bahasa yaitu bahasa Indonesia, bahasa Inggris, bahasa Arab, dan bahasa Jawa sebagai media komunikasi antara pelaku industri pariwisata dengan wisatan dalam interaksi sosial.
 
 
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Keywords: language variation, tourism industry player, Sosiolinguistik, Bangkalan
 
 
The purpose of this study is to explain the language variations used by tourism industry players in social interactions in Bangkalan Regency, Madura. This study is a qualitative study that takes the research location in Bangkalan Regency, Madura, East Java. The data of this study are the speech of tourism industry players with tourists in informal situations that contain language variations. Data collection was carried out by observation and interviews. Data analysis was carried out using the SPEAKING method. The results of this study indicate that there is the use of language variations, namely Indonesian, English, Arabic, and Javanese as a medium of communication between tourism industry players and tourists in social interactions.
New Applications of “Abeer-AL-Tememe” Transformation in partial differential equations
Authors: F. Abaas Abeer , H. Mohammed Ali
Published: October 2024

The Introduction of integral transforms as a partial differential equation solution technique results from the tremendous significance of differential equations and integral transforms in scientific domains. This study proposes a new integral transform Abeer Al- Tememe transform. The suggested transform applications has demonstrated its capacity to resolve partial differential equations.
Indiana State Parks
Authors: Williams Matt
Published: October 2024

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Development of the cognitive-behavioral communication (CBC) framework: A novel approach for mass communication in contact tracing during infectious disease outbreaks
Authors: Hafsat Bello Danmaisoro
Published: October 2024

The Cognitive-Behavioral Communication (CBC) Framework was developed to improve public compliance with contact tracing during infectious disease outbreaks, addressing the gaps exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. These gaps, including public distrust, misinformation, and privacy concerns, hindered traditional contact tracing efforts. The CBC Framework integrates mass communication theories, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and AI-driven message personalization to enhance public engagement. The framework was tested through comparative field trials, with one group receiving personalized communication via the CBC model and another receiving standard public health messages. Results showed that the CBC group achieved a significantly higher compliance rate (85.6% vs. 66.4%) and a 33% reduction in privacy concerns. AI-driven messages also increased relevance over time, with 86.2% of participants reporting improved message relevance. Public trust was significantly higher in the CBC group, with positive sentiment at 67.5% compared to 45.2% in the control group. These findings have particular relevance to the U.S., where challenges like distrust and privacy concerns have impeded the effectiveness of contact tracing. The CBC Framework presents a scalable solution to improve compliance, trust, and overall public health outcomes during future outbreaks.
Dua Dekade Kebebasan Akademik di Indonesia: Tantangan di Tengah Menguatnya Otoritarianisme dalam Model Barunya
Authors: Wiratraman Herlambang Perdana , Prakasa Satria Unggul Wicaksana
Published: October 2024

This research focuses on analyzing the debates and roles of the academic freedom movement in Indonesia’s authoritarian politics. Numbers of scholars argued on the democracy decline and its current situation of authoritarian turn (Mietzner 2016, 2020; Hadiz 2017; Wiratraman 2018; Waburton and Aspinal 2019; and Winters 2021). Authoritarianism governance in recent politics has been worsening situation of free expression, including academic freedom. Recently, one of attacks is connected to cyber-attacks, which has been targeting journalists, academics, activists or students who defend human rights and environment, indigenous leaders, anti-corruption activists, and women's groups. This article discusses first, how has academic freedom at campuses been shaped by Indonesia's the rise of authoritarian politics; and second how academic freedom has been influenced and easily attacked in the rise of digital authoritarianism. By using an interdisciplinary approach, this article argues that there is a strong relation between the threat of academic freedom and the strengthening of authoritarianism in Indonesia, especially by disciplining campuses through a more systematic bureaucratization. While at the same time, academic freedom has been affected by stronger control of authoritarianism regime by deplying cyber troops in digital spheres. Hence, this article also discusses how human rights instruments and its institutions could promote and defend academic freedom in general.
The Influence of Attractions, Facilities and Accessibility on Tourist Satisfaction at Parai Tenggiri Beach, Bangka Regency
Authors: Nopriana Anisa , Valeriani Devi , Kurniawan Kurniawan , Sugeng Novita Widyastuti
Published: October 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of attractions, facilities and accessibility on tourist satisfaction. This type of research is quantitative descriptive research with multiple analysis methods. The total population in this study was 23,112 people based on January 2021 to December 2021, while the sample used the Slovin formula to be 100 respondents. The research results show that facilities and accessibility have a significant effect on tourist satisfaction. The natural beauty of the beach, with white sand and granite rocks, as well as recreational activities such as fishing and diving, add to the visitor experience. Adequate facilities and good accessibility also increase tourist comfort and satisfaction, encouraging them to return. Managers are expected to improve natural attractions, introduce new activities, and improve the quality of facilities such as toilets and eating places. Accessibility must also be considered with the development of transportation infrastructure and clear information about locations.
Keywords:   attractions, accessibility facilities, tourist satisfaction
Consumer Purchase Decision and Brand Image Analysis Through Product Quality and Price: Study Case Frozen Pastry in Jakarta - Indonesia
Authors: Mumin Adhi Trirachmadi , Ingkadijaya Rahmat , Jason Jason , Muhardiansyah Doni , Wulan Saptarining
Published: October 2024

The study investigates the effects of product quality and price on the purchasing decisions of Bonpatis Danish pastry sheets, with brand image acting as a mediator. Indonesia's food and beverage industry, mainly retail, is experiencing significant growth as modern retailers like Hypermart introduce competitive products. A quantitative approach was used, applying Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Partial Least Squares (PLS) to data collected from 83 respondents, mainly Hypermart bakery employees in DKI Jakarta. Results indicate that product quality and price positively influence brand image and purchasing decisions. Specifically, product quality boosts brand image and directly affects purchase decisions, whereas price influences purchase decisions directly but not via brand image. The study emphasizes the role of product appearance and packaging in shaping brand perceptions and suggests improving these elements to attract more consumers. Due to a limited sample size, the study recommends future research to explore broader aspects like customer satisfaction and loyalty.
 
Keywords:   Danish pastry sheet, product quality, price, brand image, purchase decision.
Individualization, Collectivity, Dialogue
Authors: Lektorsky Vladislav A.
Published: October 2024

The article examines the processes of individualization in relation to the emergence and existence of various forms of collectivity. It analyzes the complexities of this process, which, while a necessary characteristic of modern society, can lead to atomization, frustration, and loss of meaning in life. Particular attention is paid to the nature of individualization: on one hand, it presupposes the uniqueness of each individual; on the other, it is inextricably linked to an individual’s association with certain collectives and the internalization of supra-individual values. The article asserts that new forms of collectivity are emerging in the modern era that, rather than suppressing individuality, foster creative self-realization. The research explores issues of depersonalization and pseudo-collectivity, as well as the interplay between freedom and responsibility in the context of global digitalization. The author elucidates the dangers associated with the virtualization of personality, the erosion of boundaries between private and public spheres, and the potential for total control over individuals. Contemporary forms of virtual individualization, while creating an illusion of freedom, may in fact lead to a loss of personal individuality. The article further explores the impact of digital technologies on the transformation and evolution of both individual and collective memory, as well as their role in shaping identity. It underscores that digitalization not only offers new opportunities but also poses significant anthropological challenges. Dialogue is examined as a means of resolving conflicts and facilitating both individual and collective self-realization. The author contrasts M.M. Bakhtin’s dialogical approach with J.-P. Sartre’s existentialist interpretation of the relationship between the Self and the Other. It is emphasized that genuine dialogue requires mutual recognition and respect among participants, a shared space for communication, and a willingness to reconsider one’s own position. In conclusion, the study posits that addressing many of the problems generated by modern processes of individualization and collectivization in the age of global digitalization necessitates the creation of conditions conducive to interpersonal, intergroup, and intercultural dialogue.
Epistemological Analysis of the Negotiation Process
Authors: Levin Georgy D.
Published: October 2024

The article examines negotiations as dialogues concerning conflicting interests among participants. It argues that negotiations represent the primary and most socially significant type of dialogue. This is evidenced by the disproportionate volume of research dedicated to negotiations compared to other forms of dialogue, as well as the multidisciplinary approach to their study. The purpose of the article is to investigate negotiations through the lens of epistemology, one of the disciplines involved in their analysis. The author contends that negotiations are epistemological processes governed by epistemological principles. To elucidate these principles, the article explicates key categories serving as research instruments, primarily focusing on the concepts of “negotiation” and “interest.” The relationship between “interest” and related concepts such as “desire,” “need,” and “benefit” is explored. There are two types of dialogue: those concerning the veracity of descriptions and those focused on the rationality of prescriptions. The article elucidates the distinct nature of negotiations as dialogues about prescriptions. The article also underscores the importance of the categories of “research” and “communication” in understanding the nature of negotiations. Since negotiations are fundamentally a form of communication, the examination of conflicting interests and the search for solutions to these conflicts do not fall within the negotiation process itself. These tasks are addressed prior to negotiations, during the research phase. The purpose of negotiations is to discuss and either accept or reject the outcomes of these preliminary investigations, particularly pre-drafted agreements on resolving conflicts of interest. Based on this framework, the article explores the epistemological mechanisms underlying negotiations related to the division, consolidation, and exchange of benefits. Additionally, the Harvard Negotiation Program, which seeks to transform negotiations from a confrontation of positions into a collaborative search for a shared solution, is subjected to epistemological analysis. The role of empathy in facilitating this transformation is also discussed. In conclusion, it is argued that an epistemological analysis of negotiations not only deepens our understanding of their nature as a distinct form of communication but also offers tools for enhancing negotiation practices, promoting the resolution of conflicts of divergent interests in various social conflicts without resorting to physical confrontation.
Social Dialogue as a Problem and Prerequisite for Mediation
Authors: Rozin Vadim M.
Published: October 2024

The article examines the efficacy of social dialogue as a mechanism for addressing societal issues. While social dialogue was once viewed with great optimism, its effectiveness has waned in recent years, despite participants employing various persuasive strategies. The study distinguishes between two forms of dialogue: formal and substantive (productive), emphasizing that only the latter genuinely catalyzes shifts in participants’ perspectives. By analyzing historical examples and contemporary cases, the study identifies key factors that influence the success of social communication. Employing J.L. Austin’s speech act theory, the article frames dialogue not merely as an exchange of information but as a form of social action, where the utterances of participants are performative, possessing the power to directly transform social reality. A historical case study is presented, examining the dialogue between Western-oriented Russian liberals who viewed their nation as socially and economically backward, and thinkers who challenged this assessment, perceiving Russia’s unique spiritual potential to address pan-European challenges. The statements of P.Ya. Chaadaev and F.M. Dostoevsky are analyzed as performative acts that shaped a new vision of Russia’s role in world history. Additionally, the author explores the role of identity in social dialogue, showing through examples from the lives of A.S. Pushkin and M.I. Tsvetaeva how identity structures can influence one’s openness or resistance to personal transformation in the face of internal conflict. The study hypothesizes that dialogue effectiveness correlates with participants’ ability to integrate new values into their identity without compromising its core. Furthermore, the author argues that rhetorical commitment to mediation alone is insufficient for bridging deep social divides and examines the historical social conditions required for effective mediation, such as a shared cultural foundations, formal dialogue platforms, robust legal frameworks, and flexible power structures. In conclusion, the author considers the question of whether it is inherently possible to create effective mechanisms for social dialogue under the current conditions of globalization and information society.
Investigation into Discrepancies in Alignment and Levelling of Precast Segmental Box Girders (SBGs) During Launching for LRT 3, from Bandar Utama to Johan Setia (Package GS10)
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Mohd Idris Nurul Afiqah , Ganasan Reventheran ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Ismail Akmal Hakim ,   AlKauthar Kinematics Sdn Bhd, Omran Mustapha Kamil ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Ngadiron Zuraidah ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Nayaka Ramesh ,   Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dharwad, Hosen Akter ,   Dhofar University
Published: October 2024

In recent decades, there has been a notable global increase in the utilization of precast concrete segmental bridges within construction projects. However, discrepancies have been observed in the height of precast Segmental Box Girders (SBGs) installed alongside PS1 (monolithic), deviating from project specifications. This discrepancy impacts the deck level and consequently influences the Top of Rail (TOR). Consequently, a study was undertaken at AlKauthar Kinematics Sdn Bhd, a company involved in the LRT3 project's construction, with a specific focus on the casting and installation of Segmental Box Girders. The study's objectives include identifying the factors contributing to precast SBG misalignment during the LRT3 project's launch at P25-08, analyzing data for realignment purposes, and proposing design methodologies for manufacturing SBGs. The methodology employed in this study entails the analysis of data sourced from the industry, utilizing As-Built Surveys conducted by surveyors. Findings indicate that precast SBG misalignment during launching at P25-08 is primarily attributed to on-site errors, particularly casting errors during the construction of the cast-in-situ monolithic segment P25-08. This insight is invaluable for both governmental bodies and private construction organizations in mitigating project setbacks.
Kamu Hizmeti Sunumunda Nesnelerin İnterneti Teknolojilerinin Kullanımı: Sistematik Literatür Analizi
Authors: Çubukcu Zehra
Published: October 2024

Amaç
Bu araştırmanın amacı, nesnelerin interneti teknolojilerinin kamu hizmeti sunum süreçlerindeki etkisini alan yazında yer alan konu ile ilgili makaleler aracılığıyla incelemektir.
Yöntem
Belirtilen amaç doğrultusunda çalışma kapsamında sistematik literatür analizi yapılmıştır. Wos veri tabanı üzerinde "public service/s" or "public sector" or "public administration" or "public agency/ies" or "public organization/s" or "public actor/s" ve "internet of things" or iot anahtar kelimeleri ile arama yapılmıştır. Arama sonucunda 89 çalışmaya ulaşılmıştır. Bu çalışmalar araştırma konusunda yapılan kısıtlamalar doğrultusunda 18 çalışmaya indirilmiştir. İlgili çalışmalar araştırma soruları çerçevesinde ele alınmıştır. Çalışma kapsamında belirlenen iki temel araştırma sorusu şu şekildedir: “Nesnelerin interneti teknolojisinin etkilediği kamu hizmetleri nelerdir?” ve “Nesnelerin interneti teknolojilerinin kamu hizmetlerinde kullanımının sağladığı avantajlar ve dezavantajlar nelerdir?
Bulgular
Çalışmaların yıllara göre dağılımına bakıldığında en çok 2022 yılında yayın yapıldığı görülmektedir. Çalışmaların yayınlandığı dergilere bakıldığında ise en çok “Government Information Quertely” dergisinde yayınlanmış çalışma yer aldığı görülmektedir. Ele alınan çalışmalarda nesnelerin interneti teknolojilerinin pek çok alanda kamu hizmeti sunumunu etkilediğini göstermektedir. Çalışmalar, belediyenin yol bakım hizmetleri, hava kirliliği yönetimi, sağlık , yaşlılar için sağlık hizmetleri, akıllı şehirlerde enerji, ulaşım ve kamu güvenliği alanlarındaki etkilerini belirtmişlerdir. Nesnelerin interneti teknolojilerinin kamu hizmetlerinde kullanımının sağladığı avantajlar, hizmet sunum süreçlerinin etkinlik ve verimliliklerinin artması, kolay denetlenebilirlik, idarenin açıklık ve şeffaflığını kolaylaştırması olarak sıralanabilir. Dezavantajlar ise güvenlik ve gizlilik açıklığı riski barındırması ve mahremiyet ihlaline neden olabilmesi olarak belirtilebilir.
Sonuç
Nesnelerin interneti teknolojisi kamu hizmeti sunumunda avantajlar ve dezavantajlar barındırmaktadır. Dezavantajların giderilmesine yönelik olarak teknik ve yasal düzenlemelerin sağlanması önem arz etmektedir. Bununla birlikte nesnelerin interneti teknolojilerinin kamu hizmeti sunumunda önemli avantajları bulunmaktadır. Söz konusu avantajların arttırılması için kamu yönetiminin dijital dönüşümünde karşılaşılan sorunlara yönelik çözümler sağlanmalıdır. Çalışmalarda temel problemin kamu yönetiminin öğrenmesi olduğu belirtilmiştir (Kempeneer & Heylen, (2023). Kamuda dijital dönüşümün sağlanmasında örgütsel düzenlemeler ve bit uzmanlığına sahip kadronun oluşturulması ve iş birliklerinin güçlendirilmesi önem arz etmektedir.
Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka ditinjau dari Pembelajaran Matematika dan Pelaksanaan P5
Authors: Umairah Putri , Zulhendri Zulhendri
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan tujuan untuk mengetahui tentang implementasi kurikulum merdeka di SMA Negeri 2 Rupat, ditinjau dari pembelajaran matematika dan pelaksanaan projek penguatan profil pelajar pancasila (P5). Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Adapun data hasil penelitian diperoleh dari wawancara kepada kepala sekolah, wakil kepala sekolah bidang kurikulum, serta perwakilan guru matematika sebagai fasilitator. Hasil wawancara menunjukkan bahwa pelaksanaan pembelajaran matematika pada kurikulum merdeka di desain lebih menyenangkan dan dilaksanakan sesuai dengan fase perkembangan peserta didik serta gaya belajarnya, tujuannya adalah agar peserta didik tidak merasa terbebani dalam mengikuti pembelajaran. Selain itu, peserta didik tidak diharuskan menguasai matematika, karena minat dan bakat setiap individu berbeda-beda. Laporan hasil belajar disesuaikan dengan pencapainnya masing-masing. Proses pembelajaran lebih di tekankan kepada keaktifan peserta didik melalui model problem based learning (PBL) dan project based learning (PjBL) untuk menguatkan karakter peserta didik. Sedangkan untuk kegiatan projek penguatan profil pelajar pancasila (P5) sebagai bagian dari implementasi kurikulum merdeka telah dilaksanakan dengan baik sesuai dengan tujuan yang ditetapkan, yaitu menguatkan profil pelajar pancasila. Hasil dari projek peserta didik dalam kegiatan P5 berupa poster dan ecobrick sebagai bentuk pengolahan sampah plastik menjadi barang yang bisa dimanfaatkan kembali, dan film pendek tentang gaya hidup berkelanjutan. Adapun raport kegiatan P5 akan diberikan kepada orang tua sebagai laporan hasil kegiatan pada setiap akhir tahun pelajaran.
Analisis Tingkat Kesiapan Guru dalam Mengimplementasikan Teknologi Pembelajaran Berbasis Internet di Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan
Authors: Kurniawan Arief
Published: October 2024

This study uses a qualitative approach to analyze teachers' readiness level in implementing internet-based learning technology at Vocational High Schools (SMK). The research was conducted at SMK Muhammadiyah 1 Playen Yogyakarta. This research method employs a qualitative approach to gain an in-depth understanding of the factors influencing teachers' readiness to implement internet-based learning technology in the learning process. Additionally, observations were conducted to understand better teaching practices involving Internet technology in the classroom environment. The results of this study indicate differences in readiness levels between productive and normative teachers in implementing internet-based learning technology. This research highlights the importance of providing adequate support for teachers in developing skills and understanding how to use technology at SMK Muhammadiyah 1 Playen.
Effects of an Infant/Toddler Intervention at 1-Year Follow-Up: Sustained Impacts to Preschool Entry
Authors: Bleses Dorthe , Trecca Fabio , Højen Anders , Justice Laura , Slot Pauline , Purtell Kelly
Published: October 2024

We Learn Together is a 20-week, low-cost infant/toddler school-readiness intervention developed to provide instructional content and supportive tools for teachers to be more explicit and intentional in interactions with children to support early development. Short-term effects were established in a previously published real-world effectiveness randomized controlled trial. In the present quasi-experimental study, we examined the extent to which the effects remained approximately 1 year after the intervention. Because the original control group eventually also got the intervention, we compared mandatory municipal language assessment outcomes of 2,327 children in the treatment group to matched nontreatment children. The intervention effect was maintained at similar magnitudes at the 1-year follow-up for oral language skills (effect sizes = 0.09–0.14), and spillover effects were found for rhyming skills (effect size = 0.12).
Distribución de tiofenos en Tagetes mendocina Phil. y Tagetes argentina Cabrera
Authors: Benavides María Patricia
Published: October 2024

Se estudió la distribución de cuatro tiofenos: α-tertiofeno (α-T), 5-(but-3-en-1-inil)-2,2'-bitiofeno (BBT), 5-(4-hidroxi-1-butinil)-2,2'-bitiofeno (BBTOH) y 5-(4-acetoxi-1-butinil)-2,2'-bitiofeno (BBTOAc) durante 15 semanas del ciclo ontogénico de dos especies nativas de Tagetes. Los cuatro tiofenos mencionados se detectaron en raíces y tallos de Tagetes mendocina y Tagetes argentina en concentraciones variables a lo largo del período experimental. Las raíces de ambas especies fueron el sitio de mayor acumulación. En la planta entera, BBT fue el compuesto que alcanzó mayor concentración. En T. argentina, el contenido más elevado fue detectado justo en el momento previo a la floración, mientras que en T. mendocina la concentración total alcanzó su máximo valor en la octava semana, siete semanas antes de la floración.
Mejoramiento del maíz pisingallo (Zea mays L.) para el semiárido de Córdoba, Argentina. Análisis dialélico entre poblaciones de pisingallo y colorado duro
Authors: Nazar M. C. , Larovere L. , Biasutti C. A. , Peiretti D.
Published: October 2024

Utilizando el c.v. MPB-FCA 856 (P1), maíz colorado duro, y las poblaciones de maíz pisingallo: Paraná (P2), Anaranjado (P3), Amarillo (P4) y Colorado (P5), se efectuó un análisis dialélico parcial (Gritting, Mét. I-Mod. II). Los caracteres evaluados fueron: Días a Floración femenina (DFF), Longitud de espiga (LONG), Rendimiento (Rto.) y Expansión (Exp.). Los valores de heterosis de las F1 en relación al padre de mayor expresión fueron negativos en varios casos. En el carácter DFF, (P1) tendría mayor diversidad genética que algunos de los otros padres, manifestándose en el cruzamiento una interacción epistática que causa la depresión heterótica. El grupo de poblaciones parentales muestra una predominancia de los efectos aditivos sobre los de dominancia, lo cual conduciría a la mejora poblacional. Las poblaciones (P2), (P3) y (P5) mostraron potencialidad para mejorar poblaciones por Exp., y (P4) se presentó como muy buen progenitor pisingallo, a utilizar para aumentar los rendimientos.
The Impact of Digitalization and Financial Technologies on the Transformation of Human Capital in the Banking Ecosystem
Authors: S.S. Ismаilov
Published: October 2024

This article examines the changes in the banking ecosystem under the influence of digitalization and financial technologies (FinTech), with a particular focus on the transformation of human capital. Key technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, and blockchain, which are reshaping workflows and require new competencies from employees, are discussed. The article analyzes strategic partnerships with FinTech companies, changes in the organizational culture of banks, and the need to develop IT skills and innovation management to enhance competitiveness. Special attention is given to Uzbekistan’s experience in integrating digital technologies and formulating a strategy for human capital development in the context of digital transformation.
Interest Rate Channel and Market Rates in Case of Uzbekistan – Svar Approach
Authors: Akram Tolliboyevich Absalamov
Published: October 2024

In this scientific work, is studied the influence of the interest rate channel of the transmission mechanism on market rates. The analysis was carried out in case of Uzbekistan, using statistical data of 36 commercial banks for the period 2019M01-2024M06. According to the results of the analysis, it was found that the influence of the Central Bank key interest rate on the short-term interest rates on total time deposits and the short-term interest rates on total loans of legal entities is strong.