bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
REVERSED POWER FLOW IN AN ACTIVE ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION NETWORK
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Technical Sciences Čačak, Serbia, Mijailović Vladica , Ranković Aleksandar ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Technical Sciences Čačak, Serbia
Published: November 2024

Traditional electrical distribution networks are designed with the assumption of a unidirectional power flow, from a higher voltage level network to a lower voltage level network. When distributed generators (DG) are connected to the electrical distribution network, it becomes bidirectionally powered, and the aforementioned assumption no longer holds. DGs significantly influence, among other things, voltage conditions, power flows, and fault currents. The effects of DG on the network can be positive or negative, depending on the type, power, connection point in the network, and the production-consumption ratio at a given location. The paper analyzes the case when DG production exceeds the required consumption in the electrical distribution network, leading to power being fed back into the higher voltage level network, i.e., reversed power flow. A step-by-step calculation example is provided for a MV-feeder where a DG is connected (voltage value at the supply bus and at the DG connection point for a given generated power value), along with a review of foreign experiences on the subject.
Assessing the Possibility of PV Integration to the Medium Voltage Distribution Network by Using Sequential Monte Carlo Simulation
Authors:   University of Belgrade, School of Electrical Engineering, Serbia, MRŠIĆ Predrag , ZELJKOVIĆ Čedomir ,   University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Bosnia and Herzegovina, STEFANOVIĆ Predrag ,   University of Belgrade, School of Electrical Engineering, Serbia
Published: November 2024

In this paper, a simulator for assessing the possibility of PV integration to the medium voltage distribution network is developed. The PV location and peak power are defined in advance. The simulator is based on sequential Monte Carlo simulation with various possible uncertainties such as photovoltaic production and load. In addition, the sequential simulation enables detection of period when the network constraints are violated. For this analysis, time series of essential variables such as PV system production and load are modeled. Based on the results of power flow calculation, probability distributions of the voltage at various nodes, the loads on individual lines as well as the probability of network constraints exceeding are determined. Depending on the network constraints, possibility of connecting the PV system to the network at the desired location is assessed. The power flow calculation is executed by using the OpenDSS simulator, while the input time series are prepared in Matlab. The method presented in this paper is tested on IEEE 33 distribution test network.
Could Artificial Intelligence (AI) Contribute to a Just Energy Transition?
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Serbia, Parović Miroslav
Published: November 2024

The level of fairness of the energy transition mainly depends on the balance of the energy trilemma in the observed country. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning have the potential to improve the overall performance of the energy system. The advantage of these technologies is that they can be applied in the energy production and consumption sectors, which can maximize energy efficiency and thus reduce the level of primary energy consumption. Likewise, AI can be used to increase the level of flexibility of the power system, enabling greater inclusion of renewable sources. All this affects the reduction of emissions, which represents one of the most important norms in reaching the goals of decarbonization of the economy. In addition to the above, AI could be used to improve the reliability of energy systems and reduce the overall costs of their exploitation. There are also significant limitations in the application of artificial intelligence. First of all, there is currently a rather big problem with the adequate workforce needed for further development, which creates a certain "bottleneck" in the application in the energy sector. Also, AI's electricity consumption is not negligible, which potentially represents an additional load on production capacities. The goal of the research is to make an overview of the current applications of AI in the energy sector and to give a critical review of the impact on energy justice using those specific examples. In the research, communication with the publicly available tool based on artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, will be used in order to reach a certain set of information about the topic of interest. In this way, AI will be directly involved in the research in such a way that a set of specific questions will be asked in ChatGPT, and the answers obtained will be integral part of the final paper.
Analysis of Fulfilment of Conditions for Measurement Uncertainty of the Smart Meter Control System and Reduction of Register Check Time
Authors:   AD Elektromreža Srbije, Dukanac Đorđe
Published: November 2024

This paper examines the results of the application and the existence of a coupling between the two conditions, which are important when controlling the meter in order to possibly reduce its execution time. According to the Rulebook on meters of active electric energy of accuracy class 0.2 S, the first condition for the extended measurement uncertainty of the measuring system for controlling the meter in relation to the maximum permissible error of the meter is set. The first goal of this work is to check whether this first condition is the most critical for cosφ=0.25 inductive or cosφ=0.5 capacitive, which are set at the special request of the meter user. A standard of accuracy class 0.02 and an indirect connection meter of accuracy class 0.2 S for active energy were used. In the above-mentioned Rulebook and International Recommendation OIML R 46-1/-2, the second condition is set that will be analysed, for the relative difference between the energy at the test output and the energy read on the register in relation to the maximum permissible error of the meter. The second goal of this paper is to analyse whether, in terms of the justification of reducing the time of checking the meter's active energy register, the first condition can be a facilitating factor. It will further be considered whether this second condition can be relaxed for meters of accuracy class 0.2 S, considering the usual expected total relative error obtained when checking the register for active energy and the precision and accuracy of meters of that class used.
Modified Steam-Turbine Rankine Cycle without Rejection of the Cycle Condensation Heat, Driven by a Wet-Vapor-Region Thermocompressor
Authors:   Energonauts LLC, Casper, WY / Las Vegas, NV, USA, Stanković Branko
Published: November 2024

The disclosed concept relates to a novel modified and simplified steam-turbine Rankine cycle without rejection of the cycle waste heat of condensation, which is driven by a thermocompressor (ejector) operating in the wet-vapor region. The thus modified steam-turbine Rankine cycle can theoretically achieve the maximum possible thermal efficiency (~100%). The wet-vapor mixture circulating within the thermocompressor is being separated in a dedicated cylindrical separation tank, so that the saturated water is pumped to a water heater where it receives the cycle heat input, while the saturated vapor is expanded in a backpressure steam turbine producing useful mechanical work and is then recirculated back to the thermocompressor, where it is being re-pressurized by means of the primary fluid (pumped and heated saturated water). The concept can be applied to steam-turbine-cycle power-plants fueled by: coal or solid/liquid/gaseous fuel, waste heat, nuclear fuel (used by boiling water reactors, pressurized water reactors, pressurized heavy-water reactors, gas-cooled reactors, molten salt reactors or liquid-metal-cooled fast reactors) or renewable energy sources (Solar energy, biomass, geothermal). The concept can also be applied as the “bottoming” steam-turbine-cycle part of a combined gas-turbine/steam-turbine cycle power plant.
Antibióticos en medicina veterinaria y producción animal: resistencia y alternativas
Authors: Carrera-Chávez José Maria , López-Medrano Diana Laura , Quezada-Casasola Andrés , Itzá-Ortíz Mateo Fabian , Rincón-Delgado Romana Melba , Aréchiga-Flores Carlos Fernando
Published: November 2024

Es indiscutible la importancia de los antibióticos (AB) para la salud humana y animal, así como en la producción de alimentos de origen animal. Sin embargo, su uso indiscriminado ha provocado que la resistencia a los AB (RAB) se convierta en una crisis global que puede alcanzar niveles catastróficos. Este uso desmedido es especialmente grave en la medicina veterinaria y la producción animal, donde se utilizan cerca del doble que en humanos, por lo que se requieren medidas efectivas para controlar esta situación. Por ello, se proponen alternativas para sustituir los AB para aplicación terapéutica y profiláctica, con resultados y perspectivas variables. El concepto “Una Salud” busca concientizar al personal médico, y a la población en general, de que es necesario actuar en conjunto para llevar a cabo acciones efectivas que contribuyan a superar esta amenaza a la salud pública global. El objetivo de esta revisión fue resumir el conocimiento actual sobre las causas y alternativas para el control de la RAB, y su impacto en la salud humana, animal y ambiental.
La importancia de la planificación estratégica en la administración empresarial
Authors: Jiménez Marjorie Magdalena Jara , Véliz Diana Carolina Merizalde , Espinoza Nelson Xavier Bucheli , Palma Cruz María Cusme , Miranda Diana Isabel Cadena , Méndez Jaritza Xiomara Ortega
Published: November 2024

Este artículo de revisión bibliográfica explora el papel crucial que desempeña la planificación estratégica en la administración empresarial, destacando su impacto en la competitividad y sostenibilidad de las organizaciones. A lo largo del texto, se analizan diferentes enfoques teóricos que subrayan cómo una estrategia bien estructurada permite a las empresas alinearse con su misión y visión, optimizar recursos y responder de manera eficaz a los cambios del entorno. En el contexto actual, marcado por la globalización, la creciente competencia y la incertidumbre económica, la planificación estratégica se revela como una herramienta indispensable para garantizar la adaptabilidad y el crecimiento a largo plazo. El artículo destaca la importancia de prever tendencias, gestionar riesgos y aprovechar oportunidades para fortalecer la posición de las empresas en mercados dinámicos y globales. Se concluye que aquellas organizaciones que implementan una planificación estratégica sólida logran mejorar su desempeño y asegurar su éxito sostenible en el tiempo.
Pemeriksaan dan Penanganan Pertama Laporan Kekerasan Seksual di Perguruan Tinggi berdasarkan pada Teknik dan Isu Etik
Authors: Ginting Yuni , Gisella Verren , Arcelya Audy
Published: November 2024

Pemeriksaan dan Penanganan Pertama Pelaporan Kekerasan Seksual di Perguruan Tinggi Berbasis Teknik dan Isu Etika merupakan tanggung jawab bersama pimpinan Perguruan Tinggi, civitas akademika, tenaga kependidikan dan masyarakat di lingkungan Perguruan Tinggi dalam mewujudkan kampus yang aman, nyaman dan damai sebagai tempat berlangsungnya proses belajar mengajar, penelitian dan pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Perguruan Tinggi memberikan edukasi dan sosialisasi tentang kampus yang bebas dari kekerasan seksual, budaya pergaulan yang sehat dan kepekaan terhadap kesetaraan gender di kampus. Pencegahan kekerasan seksual di lingkungan Perguruan Tinggi dilaksanakan dalam berbagai aspek sehingga tercipta budaya anti kekerasan seksual di kampus, budaya menjalin hubungan yang sehat dalam pergaulan dan kepekaan terhadap kesetaraan gender.
Analisis SWOT dalam Pengembangan Usaha Kuliner Mie Koclok di Cirebon
Authors: Afrianto Matthew , Setiawan Budi
Published: November 2024

Mie koclok merupakan masakan tradisional khas Cirebon yang memiliki sejarah panjang dan nilai budaya yang tinggi. Namun seiring berkembangnya tren kuliner modern, popularitas mie koclok mulai menurun. Urgensi didasari karena popularitas mie koclok di Cirebon menurun di tengah tren kuliner modern, meskipun hidangan ini merupakan salah satu warisan budaya Cirebon. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menemukan strategi pengembangan usaha kuliner mie koclok di Cirebon dengan menggunakan metode SWOT dan melibatkan peran pentahelix yaitu lima elemen akademis, bisnis, masyarakat, dan media dalam pengembangan strategi mie koclok di Cirebon. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data berupa observasi dan wawancara untuk menganalisis faktor internal (kekuatan dan kelemahan) dan faktor eksternal (peluang dan ancaman), penelitian ini mengidentifikasi strategi yang tepat untuk mengembangkan dan memasarkan mie koclok secara efektif. Hasil analisis SWOT menunjukkan bahwa untuk mempertahankan dan mengembangkan mie koclok sebagai ikon kuliner Cirebon, diperlukan strategi yang fokus pada penguatan pemasaran digital, peningkatan inovasi produk, dan kolaborasi dengan influencer atau event kuliner untuk meningkatkan brand awareness. penelitian ini memberikan rekomendasi strategis bagi pelaku usaha mie koclok dalam menghadapi persaingan di industri kuliner dan mempertahankan warisan budaya Cirebon. penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan panduan praktis bagi para pelaku usaha kuliner tradisional, khususnya mie koclok, dalam menghadapi tantangan pasar yang dinamis dan meningkatkan daya saing di industri kuliner.
The Effectiveness of Psychological Resources Supporting a Person’s Well-Being in the Face of Uncertainty and Stress: A Research Contributing to SDG Objectives
Authors: Avanesyan Hrant , Asriyan Elina , Papoyan Seda
Published: November 2024

Objective: the aim of the study is to identify the combinations of psychological capital components (PsyCap) and person’s traits which can impact the person’s well-being in the situation of uncertainity and stress.
 
Theoretical framework: the methodogical principles of determinism (the assumption that all behaviors have a specific cause) and systemic approach (analyzing complex phenomena by studying the interrelations between various components as a whole) were adopted. The main theory which was taken into account is an Evidence-Based Positive Approach of psychological Capital (Luthans F. et al, 2017).
 
Methods: the theoretical review of the psychological aspects of uncertainty and the psychological survey was conducted (with the application of Psychological Capital Questionnaire-PCQ, Myers–Briggs Type Indicator-MBTI, The Spielberger-Hanin anxiety test-STAI)
Results and discussion: the study revealed that some combinations of personal traits and components of psychological capital can lead to adaptation during uncertainty and stress more effectively even with higher level of trait anxiety.
 
Research implications: the results can be applied in the sphere of psychological support to deal with potential challenges with limited resources by organizing the effective mechanism of coping with uncertainty and stress.
 
Originality: the study contributes the 3th objective of SDG (good health and well-being). The algorithm of effective perception of uncertainty was shown and some consistent patterns of PsyCap components were revealed.
"Princesa foi-se embora, escreveu num papelão. Quem quiser comer agora, trabalhe com suas mãos"
Authors: Lourenço Ribeiro Geisa
Published: November 2024

O 13 de Maio é a principal efeméride celebrada pela Comunidade Quilombola de Monte Alegre, formada no processo de transição da escravidão para a liberdade em Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, o principal polo de concentração de escravizados do Espírito Santo na segunda metade do século XIX. Na tradição oral de Monte Alegre, a abolição é o marco divisor entre o tempo da escravidão e o tempo da liberdade (oficial), simbolicamente representado no jongo que dá título a este trabalho.  Não é coincidência, portanto, que o acontecimento seja narrado com detalhes na comunidade, certificada desde 2005 pela Fundação Cultural Palmares como remanescente de quilombo, e receba destaque em sua memória da escravidão, acessada na construção da identidade quilombola. Seus significados para a comunidade explicam, parcialmente, a perpetuação local do 13 de Maio em detrimento do 20 de Novembro, popularizado após a lei 10.639/2003, que provocou significativo impacto local. Portadora de uma memória genealógica da escravidão vivenciada no território ocupado por seus ancestrais desde meados do Oitocentos, os personagens, lugares e acontecimentos locais são evidenciados nas entrevistas realizadas segundo as diretrizes da História Oral, em 2019. Sua narrativa destaca os significados da abolição para os ancestrais, que comemoraram o “raiar da liberdade” como possibilidade de liberdade e proteção a seus corpos, as suas famílias e ao seu modo de vida. A prevalência da celebração do 13 de Maio na comunidade quilombola aponta para a desconstrução dos estereótipos impostos pelo racismo estrutural da sociedade brasileira.
Vida de árvore
Authors: Fontana Filho Mauricio
Published: November 2024

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A escola sobre o rio
Authors: Santos Douglas Manoel Antonio de Abreu Pestana
Published: November 2024

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Values in the doctor-patient interaction: understanding and cooperation
Authors: Nazarova Inna B. , Nesterov Roman S.
Published: November 2024

Introduction. Cooperation between a medical professional and a patient is the main value in the work of a medical institution rganization and the key to improving the quality of specialists.
The purpose of the study. Development and testing of the “secret patient” method, which allows assessing the quality of medical care in accordance with the Moscow clinics’ values from the patient’s point of view; identifying factors influencing patients’ opinions regarding the quality of medical care.
Materials and methods. The study was conducted in 2024 at two medical centers in Moscow. The following methods are: focus group, content analysis, “secret patient”, participant observation.
Results. The assessment tools include the possibility and convenience of making an appointment with a doctor on the website of a medical institution; features of communication with medical workers; characteristics of the medical institution; information about the medical institution and communications in the medical institution; additional information. All medical care’ elements correlate with the values: patient-centeredness, friendliness, teamwork, trust and mutual respect.
Research limitations. The study is limited by the absence of disease in the investigators conducting the participant observation.
Conclusion. The developed methodology for receiving feedback from the head of a medical organization from patients corresponds to the core values of Moscow clinics and can be taken into the operational activities of medical organizations. Doctors provide consultations in accordance with the clinic’ values. Mutual respect and trust must be reinforced by the adoption of appropriate values by patients. The main shortcomings present in isolated cases are associated with unequal treatment of patients and incorrect communication by nursing staff.
Market Entry Opportunities for a Music Artist
Authors: Kepalienė Inga , Birutė Žygaitienė  , Gaudrė Semėnaitė
Published: November 2024

A music artist whose goal is to succeed in the music market needs to understand what the opportunities are. The music market is developed and full of a wide range of music artists that meet the expectations of different consumers. Every year, new music artists enter the music market, looking for opportunities to expand the recognition of their name as a brand and of their work. The aim of this paper is to find out what are the market entry opportunities for a music artist by analysing information and scientific sources and interviewing experienced music managers.
The Azerbaijani Adaptation of the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale: Investigating Its Influence on Psychological Distress and Life-Job Satisfaction
Authors: Nahmatova Ulviyya , Aliyeva Matanat , Rustamova Narinj , Zalova Nuriyeva Ulkar , Rustamov Elnur
Published: November 2024

Teacher well-being plays a vital role in fostering a positive and productive learning environment, as it directly impacts both their professional performance and the overall success of their students. Consequently, this study aimed to adapt the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale for use among Azerbaijani school principals and to investigate the relationships between work and wellbeing, psychological distress, and life-job satisfaction. Data were gathered from 976 Azerbaijani school principals. The adaptation process involved confirmatory factor analysis, evaluations of criterion-related validity, and reliability testing. Additionally, the relationships between work and wellbeing, psychological distress, and life-job satisfaction were examined through mediational analysis. The confirmatory factor analysis revealed that the questionnaire consisted of 17 items, highlighted three factors, and demonstrated an acceptable model fit. The scale showed satisfactory reliability coefficients for both its individual factors and the overall score. Moreover, the results indicated that work and wellbeing was positively correlated with life-job satisfaction and negatively associated with psychological distress. Lastly, the findings revealed that psychological distress mediated the relationship between work and wellbeing and life-job satisfaction. These outcomes suggest that the Azerbaijani version of the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale possesses strong psychometric properties.
Copyright Law Regulatory Framework for NFT collections Transactions: Origins, Controversies and Approach Exploration
Authors: Luo Han , Du Tinghuan
Published: November 2024

NFT collections are the result of the convergence of blockchain and smart contract technology with a specific digital content, comprising a technology layer and a content layer. The fundamental aspect of NFT collections is the usufructuary right to the digital content. The aforementioned digital content is copyrightable, which may in turn result in the trading of NFT collections being subject to copyright laws. The sale and transfer of collections can be considered to exist along three distinct appraoches of regulation: the right of distribution, the right of communication through information network, and non-infringement. It can be argued that collections are not objects of ownership. Thus, the nature of their usufruct does not unduly interfere with the proprietary style of copyright. Consequently, it could be proposed that the sale and transfer of collections cannot be subject to distribution rights regulation, either directly or by analogy. The approach of non-infringement presents significant systemic challenges in the context of legal application and fails to address the need for formalization of industry development. The sale and transfer are consistent with the constituent elements of the act communication through information network and can effectively overcome the inherent disadvantages of the aforementioned path. Therefore, it should be adopted. With regard to the additional burden of authorization created by the approach, the industry can achieve relief through the introduction of industry self-regulatory conventions or guidelines, and so on.
Optimalization of strategic management to enhancing CEO’s transformational leadership
Authors: Puspito Hendro , Suhariadi Fendy
Published: November 2024

Globalization poses a challenge to the international community due to its infinite scope. The fourth industrial revolution, often known as Industrial Revolution 4.0, is either already underway or is coming quickly. In this revolution, previously unheard-of levels of connectedness and communication are made possible by the integration of industrial equipment with the internet and information and communication technology (ICT). Building a cohesive team was a key priority for transformational leaders to effect positive change. They would encourage improvements for both their staff and the system. Transformational leaders support employees' performance improvement to attain a professional level by rewarding them, whereas transactional leaders reward the company's profits. The purpose of this research was to determine how best to use strategic management to support the transformational leadership of the CEO. This study combined a literature study methodology with a qualitative approach. The study's findings indicated that, in order for a leader to practice transformational leadership, they must build a stronger bond with their followers. Through an applicable strategic management process, leaders must enable followers to see their interests as being more significant than their own to further the goals and objectives of the group or organization. best possible.
Navigating Generational Change: The Role of Leadership Skills in Sustaining Family Businesses in Indonesia
Authors: Harijadi Bambang Dwi , Suhariadi Fendy , Suparto Wijoyo  , Sinaga Eduard , Muhaimin Hikmah
Published: November 2024

A 2014 PwC survey reported that 60% of the next generation is involved in senior executive roles within family businesses, and 27% are present in the company but not as senior executives. The survey also indicated that 37% of family businesses extend up to the second generation, and 33% reach the third generation. This highlights a phenomenon in Indonesia—the lack of sustainability of family businesses across multiple generations. While acknowledging the importance of accounting, management, and internal control, effective leadership in the succeeding generation can further ensure the sustainability of a family business. Therefore, it is crucial for the preceding generation to engage in efforts to acquire or prepare for such leadership. The paradox concerning the importance of the next generation in family businesses is seen as a fundamental phenomenon for developing specific hypotheses with reference to the relationship between leadership, organizational change capability, and the sustainability of family businesses. This enables these businesses to continue thriving and expanding. This study aims to identify and analyze the rules and relationships between skills, the capability of change, and the economic sustainability of family businesses in Indonesia. Utilizing a quantitative approach with an explanatory study design, the research concludes that the impact of leadership skills on the economic sustainability of family businesses, the effect of change capability on economic sustainability, and the moderating role of change capability on the relationship between leadership skills and economic sustainability are all significant, albeit at varying levels of significance. The indirect influence of leadership skills on economic sustainability through change capability is also significant, though minimal. When change capability acts as a moderator, it is proven to strengthen the relationship between economic sustainability and leadership skills.
God's word for gen alpha: the use of Multimethods to attract interest in the Indonesian Bethel Church in the city of Madya Bogor, West Java
Authors: Yulianti Lidya , Silalahi Edwin Goklas , Triyanto Yoel , Rini Wahyu Astarjo
Published: November 2024

The church is the center of Christian education in teaching God's word. Through the study of God's words, leaders educate and mature God's people. Therefore, the essence of the church is to provide good Word education, especially among the Alpha generation. The alpha generation, which is growing in the midst of the development of extraordinary information flows, needs to protect its faith from the hedonistic and secular lifestyle of this century. However, in the reality of church ministry that is found today, it turns out that the alpha generation is less interested in learning the Word. A more innovative approach is needed to increase the interest of the alpha generation in learning the word. Based on the above background, the researcher intends to conduct research on the use  of Multimethods to increase interest in learning God's word of the alpha generation. This research was held considering the importance of the use  of Multimethods which is suspected to be still rarely used in the study of God's Word in the Sunday school of the Indonesian Bethel Church synod in Bogor. From the results of the researchers' observations, it was found that the lack of interest in learning the Word of God was influenced by several factors, which consisted of: the learning process was less interesting, so that it caused a feeling of boredom; and Second, the use of teaching methods that are less varied. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of examining how much direct influence the use of Multimethods in teaching God's word on the learning interest of the Alpha generation in the Indonesian Bethel Church in the Municipality of Bogor. This research was conducted using a quantitative approach, using path analysis and survey research methods. The data collection methods used are questionnaires and documentation. This study involved 86 respondents from 102 Sunday school teachers of the Indonesian Bethel Church in the Municipality of Bogor, West Java, using the Krejcie and Morgan formulas. From the results of the study, it was found that: Variable Multimethods has an indirect influence in explaining the variable of Interest in Learning God's Word through Learning Media.  The indirect influence of Multimethods on the Interest in Learning God's Word through Learning Media was 64.3%, while the remaining 35.7% was influenced by other factors that were not spoken in the study (epsilon).
Prevalence and Factors Associated with the Fourth Standard Antenatal Care Utilization among Pregnant Women Attending Ruli District Hospital, Rwanda
Authors: Mbarushimana Victorien , Nsanzabera Charles
Published: November 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this research is to identify the prevalence of adherence to the recommended four antenatal care (ANC) visits and to analyze factors associated with achieving the fourth ANC visit among pregnant women attending Ruli District Hospital in Gakenke District, Rwanda. The study aims to address gaps in ANC attendance, focusing on improving maternal and fetal health.
Methodology: A cross-sectional study design was used, with a sample size of 421 women, determined through Fisher et al.'s (1998) formula. Systematic sampling was employed to select participants between November 20, 2023, and January 20, 2023. Data collection included informing participants about the study and obtaining consent. Confidentiality was maintained by anonymizing participant data. Analysis was conducted using SPSS version 25, applying descriptive statistics such as percentages, means, and frequencies. Bivariate and multivariate regression analyses were used to identify relationships between independent and dependent variables, with significance assessed at p < 0.05.
Findings: The study found that 57.5% of respondents adhered to the four recommended ANC visits, while 42.5% attended fewer than four. Factors significantly associated with increased ANC attendance included higher educational attainment, abstinence from alcohol by both the mother (AOR=1.953, CI: 1.202-3.174, P<0.007) and husband (AOR=2.041, CI: 1.112-3.747, P<0.002), planned pregnancies (AOR=4.159, CI: 1.975-10.326, P<0.001), and absence of mistreatment toward women (AOR=3.040, CI: 1.367-6.762, P=0.006).
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study recommends enhanced supportive supervision and mentorship of Community Health Workers for home visits to pregnant women. Additionally, improving customer care and the quality of ANC services is advised. These insights are expected to guide policymakers in Rwanda, including the Ministry of Health, Ruli District Hospital, and other stakeholders, in enhancing ANC adherence and improving maternal health outcomes.
Sustainable Strategy toward Community Life Satisfaction in Heritage Tourism
Authors: Fitriaty Fitriaty , Amin Shofia , Musnaini Musnaini , Elliyana Dessy , Saputra Muhammad Haris
Published: November 2024

This research aims to form a model strategy for community life satisfaction by developing sustainable tourism in cultural heritage sites. This research used mixed method: qualitative method by in-depth interviews with four respondents from local communities, MSMEs, Kawasan Cagar Budaya Nasional (KCBN) Muaro Jambi, government involved in heritage site tourism activities and analyzed using QDA Miner. The quantitative method was by distributing questionnaires using purposive sampling to 200 respondents, and data were processed using SmartPLS to build a holistic model of community life satisfaction in heritage sites. The results of this research are: firstly, social culture and urban landscapes contribute to community satisfaction; secondly, social culture and urban landscape have a significant positive influence on sustainable tourism; thirdly, through sustainable tourism, community life satisfaction will be formed. This research has relevant implications for providing a deeper understanding of the impact of sustainable tourism in improving community life satisfaction in heritage sites by integrating natural values and urban landscape and empowering the local community.
The Key Success Factor for Sustainable Rural Tourism Development in Madura Using Integration of the IPA-Kano Model
Authors: Agustina Fitri , Khotimah Bain Khusnul , Susilowanto Dhony , Maulida Putri Rahma
Published: November 2024

The momentum for the rise of global tourism after the COVID-19 pandemic has become an opportunity for developing local tourism and Indonesia's creative economy. One of the promising tourism regions in Indonesia is Madura. The tourism potentials on the island of Madura are historical, religious, natural, and cultural. Unfortunately, Madura's tourism potential has not been fully utilized, and as a result, the benefits have not emerged to strengthen the Madurese community's economy. In addition, tourism development directions are also partial without looking at environmental sustainability, community welfare, and other social aspects. Therefore, this research was conducted to determine the key success factors of sustainable tourism by integrating the Important-Performance Analysis method with the Kano model. This study was conducted in Sampang, Madura, specifically in a tourist village called Bira Tengah. The result of the study is that the tourist village should adopt key success factors such as leading to maintaining the destination environment, improving the contribution of tourists and local communities in area conservation, increasing the competitiveness of tourist destinations, conducting more intensive tourism promotions, creating fun tourism activities, increasing participation of the community and stakeholders of tourist villages, using local and environmentally friendly materials, improving the cleanliness of destinations, disseminating local cultural information and increasing employment opportunities. The cultural factors are a highlight in improving sustainable tourism performance. In addition, to enhance tourism performance, it needs to benchmark with developed and autonomous tourist villages that have demonstrated success in sustainable tourism.
Big Data Analytics for Forecasting Tourism Recovery in Bali Island Using Multivariate Time Series
Authors: Prasetyo Astrinariswari Rahmadian , Mariel Wahyu Calvin Frans , Ermawan Geri Yesa , Pramana Setia
Published: November 2024

Bali is a famous tourist area and can significantly contribute to the Indonesian tourism sector. The COVID-19 pandemic has made Indonesian tourism, including Bali tourism, experience a decline. In March 2022, COVID-19 cases decreased, and the government began to relax some policies. The tourism sector is vital in economic recovery efforts after the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, it is necessary to identify tourism recovery to determine strategies and policies related to Indonesian tourism, especially in Bali. Multivariate time series forecasting of tourism demand can be used to identify tourism recovery using several significant data sources. The methods used are Vector Autoregressive (VAR), Support Vector Regression (SVR), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), and Gated Recurrent Unit (GRU). The data used are the monthly official number of tourists, room occupancy rate, Google Trends, number of booking.com user reviews, and nighttime light intensity in Bali Province from January 2019 to December 2022. The results show that the best forecasting method is VAR, and modeling with multivariate time series forecasting can improve the performance of forecasting results. In addition, big data can be used as a source of supporting data that can provide better forecasting results, and the size of the dataset affects the selection of the best model. Furthermore, the descriptive and forecasting analysis results show that Bali tourism has experienced post-pandemic tourism recovery. The strategies and policies of the Bali government to restore Bali tourism faster are good enough.
Türkiye'deki Siyaset Bilimi ve Uluslararası İlişkiler Akademisyenlerinin Yöntemsel Tercihleri, Yayın Eğilimleri ve Kamusal Görünürlük Dinamikleri
Authors: Erdoğan Emre
Published: November 2024

Bu çalışma, Türkiye’deki siyaset bilimi ve uluslararası ilişkiler akademisyenlerinin araştırma yöntemleri, yayın yapma eğilimleri ve kamusal görünürlük düzeylerini incelemektedir. Araştırma, COVID-19 pandemisinin ilk yılı olan 2021’de gerçekleştirilmiş ve çevrimiçi anketler yoluyla 258 akademisyenden veri toplanmıştır. Çalışmanın temel amacı, akademisyenlerin yöntemsel tercihlerinin, yayın yapma alışkanlıklarının ve toplumsal etkileşim düzeylerinin nasıl şekillendiğini anlamaktır. Araştırma bulguları, akademisyenlerin yöntemsel tercihlerinin toplumsal cinsiyet, eğitim geçmişi, akademik unvan ve çalışılan üniversite türü gibi faktörlerden etkilendiğini göstermektedir. Özellikle yurt dışında eğitim almış olanların, uluslararası yayınlara yönelme eğiliminde olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Deney ve anket gibi niceliksel yöntemleri tercih eden akademisyenlerin, ulusal ve uluslararası yayınlarda daha aktif olduğu gözlemlenmiştir. Ayrıca, vakıf üniversitelerinde çalışan akademisyenlerin, devlet üniversitelerindekilere göre daha fazla uluslararası yayın yapma eğiliminde olduğu saptanmıştır. Pandemi döneminde akademisyenlerin iş yükü dağılımlarında ve kamusal görünürlük düzeylerinde önemli farklılıklar gözlenmiştir. Geleneksel medya kanallarını kullanma konusunda araştırma görevlileri ve vakıf üniversiteleri arasında belirgin farklar olduğu, sosyal medyanın ise akademik bilgiyi yaymada giderek daha önemli bir rol oynadığı tespit edilmiştir.
Navigating forced migration in the EU: challenges for families with disabled children affected by the Russo-Ukrainian war
Authors: Stoliaryk Olha , Semigina Tetyana
Published: November 2024

This paper examines the challenges faced by migrant families raising children with disabilities during the Russo-Ukrainian War and subsequent mass migration to European Union countries. Drawing on critical refugee studies, critical disability studies, and resilience theory, the study explores the intersecting factors influencing their experiences. Findings from interviews with 30 respondents relocated to 6 countries (the Czech Republic, Germany, France, Hungary, Italy, and Poland) reveal significant barriers to accessing essential services, navigating bureaucratic processes, and adapting to new environments. Despite these challenges, families exhibit remarkable resilience and resourcefulness. Recommendations include enhancing support systems, promoting dialogue and collaboration among stakeholders, and defining mechanisms for responsibility sharing among EU countries. The study underscores the urgent need for inclusive policies and robust support structures to address the unique needs of migrant families raising children with disabilities in forced migration contexts.
Does rhetoric matter? Narratives of the Visegrad Group and Baltic States' leaders on Ukraine's accession to the EU
Authors: Khudoliy Anatoliy , Zheltovskyy Vadym
Published: November 2024

The main purpose of the article is to analyse the issue of Ukraine's accession to the European Union in the political discourse of the Visegrad Group and Baltic states' leaders and its impact on the transformation of the EU foreign policy agenda. Based on the analysis of selected speeches delivered by heads of states and governments of the above-mentioned countries, the authors focus on explaining their vision on the need to reform the EU's foreign policy in response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Particular attention is paid to the issue of future EU enlargement in the context of Ukraine's potential accession. Furthermore, the research concentrates on the reflection of the proposed vision in the official position of the EU institutions. By doing so, an attempt is made so as to answer the research question on the transformational potential of Central European and Baltic states' leaders in the decision- making process on the EU foreign policy reform.
‘The Implication of Psychopathology among the Jindwi People. A Case of Zimunya Communal Area, Zimbabwe.’
Authors: Sanyanga Yvonne
Published: November 2024

The research made an exploration on the meanings that are attached to mental illness among the Jindwi people. The study mainly focused on how the Jindwi recognize psychopathology, how they respond to cases of psychopathology in a family setting, the healing strategies they apply and what can be recommended for the wellbeing of the mentally ill patients in the cultural context. This research is in the context of the on-going debate on the relevance of Western Psychological healing in Zimbabwe and the rest of Africa. The study found that the Jindwi believe that mental health challenges are largely as a result of supernatural influences and they have to be treated likewise even though western-informed healing strategies can also be used. The findings of the study were obtained from in depth interviews with fifteen participants from the age bracket of 16-65 years from the Jindwi culture. The study recommends for flexibility when addressing mental health challenges in a cultural setting and also encourages more research into the effectiveness of these preferred cultural healing strategies among the Jindwi people.
Impact of Financial Intermediation and Regulatory Frameworks on Financial Deepening and Economic Growth: Insights from Lesotho
Authors: Omotoso Matthew Olubayo , Oni Francis , Tilo Nteboheleng
Published: November 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to analyse the impact of financial intermediation and regulatory frameworks on financial deepening and economic growth in Lesotho, utilizing data from 2003 to 2022. The objective is to explore the relationships between selected financial and economic indicators and assessing their influence on financial deepening.
Methodology: This study utilized secondary time series data, which poses challenges regarding authenticity and reliability since it was collected by external parties. However, these concerns were addressed by using data from reputable global agencies like the IMF, World Bank, and the Central Bank of Lesotho’s annual report from 2003 to 2022. The analysis was conducted using the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression method.  
Findings: The findings highlight the complex role of financial intermediation and regulatory frameworks in shaping financial deepening and economic growth. Higher cash reserve ratios and treasury bill rates negatively affect financial deepening by reducing liquidity and increasing credit costs. However, increased commercial bank deposits with the central bank positively contribute to financial stability and deepening. Moderate inflation also fosters financial deepening by raising the nominal value of financial assets. While ATMs per capita enhance financial access and growth, an increase in bank branches per capita shows inefficiencies, underscoring the need for effective infrastructure and service delivery.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study suggests that policymakers should adjust cash reserve requirements, monitor credit expansion to avoid over-lending, and improve banking infrastructure. It highlights the need for careful interest rate management and promoting financial innovation to enhance market depth.
Addiktológiai ellátásba kerülést nehezítő tényezők a hazai segítő szakemberek percepciója tükrében
Authors: Arnold Petra , Kapitány-Fövény Máté
Published: November 2024

Background and aim: Based on national annual statistical data, estimates can be made on the number of the clients entered treatment. However, these data provide information on the addiction treatment’s capacity rather than on the real number of people with substance use disorders. A lot of international research found that many clients do not access addiction treatment due to personal, social and structural factors. In Hungary, research on entering treatment’s barriers is more limited – our aim is to analyse the gaps in the substance use disorder treatment. Method: Qualitative method was applied. The target group consisted of national professionals who have been working in treatment for several years at health care system or social service providers in Budapest. 11 interviews were conducted. Verbatim transcriptions were analysed using qualitative thematic analysis. Result and conclusion: Several structural, organisational, and personal barriers of accessibility to substance use treatment have been explored. No change in the last 5-10 years has been found regarding the funding and unpredictability of funding in the field; the political interests of decision making that ignore experts’ opinion; the unpredictable legal environment with administrative burdens; the attitudes of society towards drug use; the lack of qualified workforce. National and international research also suggests that there are deep, systemic problems in substance use treatment, which can be addressed through social sensitisation programmes, evidence-based decision-making involving experts, prevention, a more predictable legal and financial environment, capacity expansion and meaningful information.