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ENHANCING PRE AND POST VEGETATIVE HEAT RESILIENCE AND YIELD POTENTIAL IN THE NEWLY RELEASED MAIZE VARIETY "SAHIWAL GOLD" THROUGH MODIFIED SELECTION
Authors: JAVED HM , AKBAR W , ABBAS M , HAQ IU , SABIR W , SADDAM S , SHAIKH GY , ALI S , ASIF Z , REHMAN A , RAZAQ A
Published: May 2024

Maize is well-anchored crop across the globe due to its nutritional profile, multipurpose usage, and underlying financial benefits. Growing of open-pollinated maize varieties (OPVs) is a traditional trend and is still followed by a huge community of small farmers in most of the developing world. Improvement in yield potential is always inevitable and requires a purposeful and definite strategy. The current climate scenario loaded with heat escalation and extreme fluctuations is creating uncertainty and unsustainability through acute yield losses in domesticated crops. The breeding strategy of Sahiwal Gold (2008-2018) was comprised of four developmental phases i.e. enrichment phase, half-sib selection, pedigree selection, uniformity phase, and field evaluation at various agro-ecological zones of Pakistan. Each consecutive autumn and spring season was utilized to improve yield potential by exploiting pre and post-vegetative heat resilience. Half sib and pedigree selection improved plant features like height (12%), cob length (4.1%), seeds per cob (7.5%), grain (10%), and stalk yield (11.2%) from enrichment to uniformity phase. Sahiwal Gold maintained a high adaption profile across the tested locations and out-yielded the check variety (MMRI Yellow) by 18% and 26% on average in 6 stations and 16 national yield trials, respectively. National yield testing approved its suitability across provinces like Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), and Islamabad territory under a diverse range of temperatures. Analysis of variance revealed that highly significant interaction between season and genotypes work for plant height, grain, and stalk yield potential. Higher grain yield up to 95 mounds/acre was observed for spring season crop and batter stalk yield results (650 mounds/acre) were assessed during autumn plantation. Twelve (12) feet tall plants with 4 feet long leaves having 75-90% stay green ability provide a good opportunity fodder and grain yield potential at farmer’s field. This work will provide a better understanding to researchers for designing breeding programs for the development of heat resilience germplasm in crops.
Influence of FA resin and Linseed oil preservatives on mechanical properties of Heartwood of Eucalyptus camaldulensis Dehnh.
Authors: Swaminathan C. , Bhavanisanker K. , Hann Jeff
Published: May 2024

Eucalyptus camaldulensis Dehnh. called as River Red Gum, is a medium to large hardwood found adjacent to most of the inland rivers of mainland Australia. The durability of the wood is low compared to other hardwoods. There has been an increased interest in treatment of hardwoods with preservatives for wood protection and increasing the life of treated wood. Several studies were conducted on use of preservatives for hardwoods. This study was taken up to find out the influence of Resin and Linseed oil preservative treatments on the wood quality in heartwood of Eucalyptus camaldulensis. Wood samples treated with FA resin had higher values for MOE and MOR, which were 17.5 GPa and 124.7 MPa respectively, compared to Linseed oil treated samples. The results indicated that the uptake of Furfuryl Alcohol (FA) resin was 13.0 l m-3 and that of Linseed oil was 9.7 l m-3. From the study it may be inferred that the mechanical properties of heartwood of Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) could be enhanced by FA resin treatment for two hours.
A Qualitative Study of the Psychological Effects of Motivational Quotes
Authors: Sun Yaming
Published: May 2024

Motivational quotes wield and obtain a sense of power towards inspiring individuals to strive towards their goals, harnessing both internal and external motivations. The absence of motivational quotes tends to serve as catalysts, igniting the drive to propel one through challenges and pursue excellence. Externally, motivational quotes often encapsulate universal truths or wisdom, offering perspective and guidance from varied sources and figures. This paper explores the effectiveness of motivational quotes in medical and educational contexts, with a focus on their impact on individuals' behavior. While numerous studies have reported a generally positive attitude toward the use of motivational quotes, specific concerns have emerged. This paper has observed that motivational quotes, delivered through various media, have successfully motivated individuals to take positive actions, such as adhering to medication regimens and quitting smoking. However, some studies have highlighted potential limitations, including overexposure leading to reduced effectiveness, the contextual relevance of motivational quotes, and the distinction between external and internal motivation. This paper presents an overview of the existing research, offering insights into the mixed opinions on the use of motivational quotes for motivation. It calls for future studies to consider contextual factors, audience mindset, media selection, and quote suitability in order to enhance their efficacy.
The Interpretation of the Modern Spirit of Chekhovs Drama on the Contemporary Stage -- Taking Butusov Theater as an Example
Authors: Wei Wenzheng
Published: May 2024

Chekhovs plays have long been very popular in modern theater, especially in the major theaters of Russia. Many theatrical masters have adapted his classic texts. However, some adaptations have a strong avant-garde and experimental color, and the creators consciousness is too strong. So it is easy to ignore the fundamental of the text, in other words, the modernity problem. This paper takes Russian director Yuri Butusovs adaptation of Chekhovs plays as an example to study how the contemporary drama stage interprets the spirit of modernity in the text. This paper applies the relevant theories, which are all reflected in the Butusov Theater, including Meyerholds cubist stage concept, the contextualizing cubism proposed by the British scholar Amy Skinner, and Bakhtins carnival theory. Butusov deeply explores the modern spirit of Chekhovs drama and presents it with his unique directing art, which is also an alternative expression of the classic text.
Research on Promoting Entrepreneurship among Returning Migrant Workers
Authors: Huang Qilin , Guo Qi , Wu Siyi , Zhu Guanghuan , Sun Jinqiang
Published: May 2024

To encourage migrant workers to return to their hometowns for entrepreneurship, the Guangxi government has formulated a series of supportive policies under the guidance of national policies. Understanding the direction for policy improvement requires exploring what migrant workers truly want and what concerns they have. This paper first establishes an index system based on eight dimensions including subjective attitudes, physiological motivations, and social motivations through the construction of a Random Forest model, analyzing the importance of various factors affecting the willingness of migrant workers to return home for entrepreneurship. The study found that the factor "influence from peer groups or media reports" has a significant impact on their willingness. Secondly, using the AMIRA model to predict the per capita disposable income of rural residents in Guangxi for the next seven years, it was found that their income is on an upward trend, which is conducive to enhancing the willingness of migrant workers to return home for entrepreneurship. Lastly, based on the research, countermeasures and suggestions are proposed from the perspectives of the government, market, and society to promote entrepreneurship among returning migrant workers.
The Influence of Different English Learning Motivation on Chinese Students' English Learning
Authors: Ren Yuandai
Published: May 2024

English has become the most significant tool for communication around the world; thus, English learning is essential in many countries. China also considers English as one of the compulsory subjects in the examination and account for the large proportion in the college entrance examination. This research studies how Chinese students learning is influenced by different motivations analyzed by the quantitative and qualitative methods. This research which involved fifty students who come from different universities demonstrates that the crucial impact of motivations on Chinese students learning activities and strategies, emphasizing the essential meaning of learning motivations in promoting effective teaching and studying to figure out which motivation is the most significant for various students who come from different background when studying this language. This research also aims to provide valuable insights to educators and tend to encourage further researches that relates to the language environment and students learning motivations in China or even in the world.
Explore the Reasons for the Success of the "Grass-planting" Marketing on Social Media PlatformTake Xiaohongshu as an Example
Authors: Gan Yilei
Published: May 2024

In the era of new media, various social platforms continue to develop, and user demand has become the key point of platform development. "Grass-planting" marketing emerged as a new way of marketing, providing users with advice on all aspects and making them develop the desire to consume, which is finally transformed into consuming. Using the method of literature review, this paper briefly discusses the meaning of "Grass-planting" marketing and the characteristics of Xiaohongshu. Based on the perspective of uses and gratification theory, taking Xiaohongshu as an example, this paper analyzes the behavior and psychology of users in the "grass-planting" marketing of Xiaohongshu in recent years, and what different needs of users are met, so as to explore the reasons for the success of "Grass-planting" marketing. This paper finds that users choose to be "grassed" in order to meet their own cognitive needs, emotional needs, personal integration needs, social integration needs and pressure release needs.
The Hidden Effects of Social Media on Thoughts and Actions
Authors: Fu Jiayuan
Published: May 2024

Nowadays, social media is being widely used, which brings individuals the convenience of obtaining information, but at the same time, its disadvantages are also apparent. It can be said that the characteristics and functions of social media are a double-edged sword; it has a significant impact on individuals because it will subconsciously change peoples identity from active seekers of information to passive consumers. Therefore, this paper will focus on how social media decreases individuals willingness and initiative to receive information and how social media uses algorithms and big data to influence peoples perceptions and actions. For example, silently, social media algorithms create a filtering bubble so that individuals can only see posts that are similar to their viewpoints; and how social media platforms establish business profit models that change individuals traditional consumption patterns and the functioning of related business markets. As social media continues infiltrating personal lives, the authors conclude that people will lose their online identity and become more passive.
The Contemporary Significance of Agnes Hellers Radical Needs Theory
Authors: Chen Bijuan
Published: May 2024

Needs are a focal point of Marxs examination of human historical activities and a topic of his historical materialism. Examining the generation, function, status, and basic connotations of needs throughout the history of human activities laid the basic link of Marxist need theory. The purpose of this paper is to combine the theory of radical needs proposed by Agnes Heller with the concrete reality of Chinas modernization construction, to directly address the issue of needs in the contemporary social development process of China, and to promote comprehensive social development with needs as the focal point, highlighting the contemporary significance of this theory. The requirements of Hellers radical needs theory are also a study and interpretation of the ideals of a better life and the idea of building a community with a shared future for humanity.
A Research on the Use of Articles in Writings of English Major Students in China
Authors: Xi Mengjun
Published: May 2024

The misuse of articles has long been a subject that has attracted the attention of many researchers from the field of pedagogy. Although articles play a significant part in English learning, the related researches in China are not thorough enough. By means of tests and case analysis, this study confirms the existence of the misuse of articles among third-year English major students in China and investigates the most common type of their mistakes. The result shows that the causes of students misuse of English articles can be summarized into these three categories: redundancy, numerical consistency, and confusion. Among them, redundancy is the most common mistake made by all levels of students, while numerical inconsistency is more frequently seen among students from high score group. It is also proved that there is a correlation between recognizing the right articles in tests and using articles correctly in writings, which sets higher requirements for teachers in their article-related class.
Analysis of the British National Characters From a Historical Perspective
Authors: Cheng Mengyang
Published: May 2024

This essay discusses the intricate formation of the British national character through a historical lens, and put forwards a view that it is combined by two contradictory elementsconservatism and radicalism on the basis of adequate historical facts and personal reflection. By illustrating with historical facts, the essay reveals the lasting traits of British conservatism, which is evident in steadfast attachments to monarchy and deep-seated respect for legal traditions. Despite periods of upheaval, such as the Glorious Revolution, the British have showed a resilience in preserving established norms and structures, which reflect a pragmatic approach to social evolution. On a contrary, the essay also demonstrates radical impulses that have propelled transformative movements for political and social equality in British history, from the Peasants' Revolt to the suffragette campaigns. Through this dialectic, British national character emerges as a dynamic synthesis of tradition and transformation, conservatism and radicalism, where ruling elites navigate change with pragmatic conservatism while social masses champion radical progress.
The Impact of Public Opinion on Digital Media
Authors: Wan Yiqiu
Published: May 2024

As Internet technology rapidly evolves and digital media technology becomes more widespread, Users can not only access content on digital media, but also participate in content on digital media through likes, comments, shares, and other means. This paper mainly studies the positive and negative impacts of public opinion on digital media. Conduct research through methods such as literature analysis, case analysis, and review. This paper finds that individuals have greater opportunities to offer their opinions on digital media. In this way, digital media enhances freedom of expression, and public opinion expressed through digital media serves to safeguard and uphold public rights as well. However, polarized public opinion in digital media can also have adverse effects, such as peer pressure and cyber bullying. Therefore, governments, schools and individuals should take their respective responsibilities to maintain the positive effects of digital media on public opinion, solve problems with public opinion in the digital media and better utilize the benefits of digital media and public opinion.
Female Image in Netochka Nezvanova: A Study Based on Feminist Perspective
Authors: Mu Ran
Published: May 2024

This study delves into Fyodor Dostoevsky's unfinished novel, Netochka Nezvanova through a feminist lens, exploring the nuanced portrayals of female characters and their significance in the narrative. By examining the interactions, relationships, and development of key female figures such as Netochka, Sophia Alexandrovna, and Alexandra Mikhailovna, the paper highlights how these characters challenge and are limited in the patriarchal structures of 19th-century Russian society. The study argues that Dostoevsky, perhaps unconventionally for his time, presents a complex and empathetic exploration of the female experience, showcasing the struggles and resilience of his female protagonists. Through the character of Netochka, the narrative foregrounds the quest for identity and autonomy amidst societal constraints, emphasizing the importance of education, artistic expression, and female solidarity as means of resistance and self-realization. Netochka Nezvanova emerges as a rich text for feminist analysis, offering insights into the complexities of female agency, the critique of gendered societal expectations, and the enduring relevance of Dostoevsky's portrayal of women's pursuit of freedom and dignity.
A Linear Regression-based Analysis of the Value of U.S. Construction Firms
Authors: Chen Weijia
Published: May 2024

The construction industry has faced a block in its development in recent years, and the need to enhance the value of construction industry enterprises is imminent. The U.S. construction market is one of the most prosperous markets in the world, so the study of enhancing the value of firms within the U.S. construction industry holds considerable importance. Many previous studies have focused only on qualitative factors, which has some limitations. Therefore, this study investigates how to enhance the market value of U.S. firms from the perspective of financial factors. This study uses regression analysis to select the financial data of 34 U.S. companies listed in the construction industry. Then the relationship between their EV/EBITDA, net profit margin, and gross profit margin is modeled, and four sets of linear regression equation models are established, revealing that net profit margin, gross profit margin, and enterprise value have a significant positive relationship.
Enhancing Urban Development Control Through the Warsaw Natural System: A Case Study in Warsaw, Poland
Authors: Zheng Zi'ang
Published: May 2024

This study delves into the Warsaw Natural System (WNS) in Warsaw, Poland, and its efficacy in regulating urban development within the city. The paper is divided into three main sections, each addressing a distinct aspect of urban development control. Firstly, the paper examines how WNS effectively manages outward urban expansion through the strategic use of wedge-shaped green spaces. Empirical evidence demonstrates the WNS's success in curbing urban sprawl and maintaining a balanced spatial layout. Secondly, the study investigates how the WNS controls inward urban over-development by employing small urban green spaces interconnected throughout the city. The analysis highlights the effectiveness of this approach in creating fragmented urban development, and preventing excessive density. Thirdly, the paper explores how the WNS contributes to the resilience of urban development by enhancing functional diversity within urban green spaces, and how this diversity enriches the lives of urban residents and sustains the WNS's spatial pattern, offering long-term control over urban space development. In addition to its strengths, the study also identifies existing shortcomings within the WNS and proposes recommendations for future improvement, aiming to enhance its effectiveness in controlling urban development. This research provides valuable insights into sustainable urban planning practices and underscores the importance of adaptable green infrastructure in shaping cities for the future.
The Impact of Labor Standards on International Trade: A Chinese Perspective
Authors: Guo Feihong
Published: May 2024

This paper first compiles some of the representative literature exploring the relationship between labor standards and international trade, and explores the different attitudes of developed and developing countries on the linkage between labor standards and international trade, and on this basis, analyzes the impact of labor standards on international trade based on China's perspective. The paper argues that labor standards, which are predominantly promoted by Western countries with a focus on workers rights, have a dual nature and exert various effects on the development of international trade. It is not desirable for Chinese enterprises to take a passive attitude of resistance in the face of challenges. Only by implementing social responsibility management into all levels of the enterprise organization structure, transforming the certification pressure into competitive power, and changing the one-sided view of foreign countries on China's labor standards can we win a favorable position in the fierce international competition and a greater space for the development of Chinese enterprises.
Analysis of Employee Motivations and Causes in the Workplace
Authors: Xie Xinyi
Published: May 2024

Employee motivation refers to an employees drive to complete work-related tasks. Employee motivation is an essential factor that every employer needs to secure to encourage the completion of tasks in a dignified and effective manner. Intrinsic and extrinsic factors influence employee motivation. The paper shows that factors internal to the employee influence their reaction to their external workplace factors that can determine how motivated they are to deliver the mandates. The paper considers the two aspects of the attribution theory, situational and dispositional, which shows that a persons internal factors determine how they react to the external environment and respond to motivation. This paper also considers how deviant behavior explains the origins of human behavior to show how internal factors can affect how employees respond to motivation. Internal and external organizational factors can also affect the effectiveness of the companys motivation strategy. The theories help establish that any motivational intervention should consider an employees factors to ensure its success and positively impact the company and its operations.
The Impact of Quantitative Easing on Stock Prices in the U.S. Stock Market - Structural VAR Model Analysis
Authors: Tang Lina
Published: May 2024

In an effort for future investment implications, the current study examined the relationship between historical Quantitative Easing (QE) programs and the stock market. This study analyzed weekly basis data in the United States between 2007 and 2023. Through a Vector auto-regression (VAR) model, a significant rise following a quick drop in stock prices to a positive shock in QE was discovered, indicating lagged response. Further robustness check proved the validation of relationship, by sectioning the whole data set into 4 periods corresponding to four QE programs, except relatively insignificant effects in QE2 and QE3 periods. These lagged responses were pointed out firstly in this paper and connected with policy motivations and contemporaneous economy environment across programs. The findings may enable investors to anticipate market movements and generate respectable returns in the event of such unconventional money shocks.
Fragmented Music Marketing Driven by Digital Media: The Case of TikTok
Authors: Zhang Ziyun
Published: May 2024

In the context of the digital era, music marketing has undergone a significant shift towards fragmented strategies, with the rise of the TikTok platform playing a key role. TikTok, as a new type of social media in digital media dissemination, has played a crucial role in music promotion with its short video format. The marketing approach of "music + short video" has thus emerged. Its fragmented content not only quickly attracts widespread attention in the era of digital fragmentation but also has a significant impact on music charts. TikTok's data-driven strategy provides precise audience preference information for customized music marketing. The platform's encouragement of user-generated content and the multi-layered, multi-dimensional integration and interaction between artists and audiences are the core elements of its successful fragmented music marketing. This paper focuses on analyzing fragmented music marketing methods in the digital media environment, using TikTok as the main case study and applying the 4R theory (Relevancy, Reaction, Relationship, and Reward) as the research framework. It emphasizes the transformative role of digital platforms like TikTok in promoting fragmented music marketing. The research includes its algorithms, user interaction models, and marketing strategies. It aims to present the dynamics of music promotion and consumption in the emerging digital environment, showing a trend where the future of music marketing will increasingly rely on flexible strategies adapted to digital trends, and will permeate the continuously developing user interaction and digital media environment in a fragmented form.
Diversified Mechanisms of Dispute Resolution for China's Foreign-Related Intellectual Property Right
Authors: Jin Yunxi
Published: May 2024

China's increased competition with industrialised countries in terms of technological innovation during its current development transition has led to an increased demand for its intellectual property resources. At the same time, globalisation has further highlighted the inevitability of China facing foreign-related intellectual property challenges, prompting a focus on resolving such disputes. However, managing intellectual property right litigation relating to other countries remains difficult due to the unique types of foreign-related intellectual property right cases and the intricacies of applying national laws. In order to improve China's intellectual property dispute resolution framework and make it more effective and fairer, this paper will propose the shortcomings of the current litigation procedures through the case analysis and data analysis, and confirm that the flexible and reasonable use of diversified dispute resolution mechanisms will help China better deal with foreign-related intellectual property issues. While advocating a diversified dispute resolution framework for China's foreign-related intellectual property rights, it also provides possible suggestions for its construction.
Research on Tax Avoidance of Multinational Corporations in China
Authors: Zhao Yuze
Published: May 2024

This article primarily focuses on the tax avoidance practices employed by multinational corporations. Firstly, it provides a comprehensive definition of tax avoidance behavior exhibited by these corporations and specifically highlights how such actions contravene the stipulations of tax laws. Subsequently, it delves into an analysis of commonly utilized tax avoidance methods by multinational companies, supported by real-life case studies. Finally, it examines the detrimental impact caused by the tax avoidance practices adopted by these corporations.In the latter part, in view of China's current laws, regulations and tax administrative enforcement problems on the issue of tax avoidance by multinational corporations, it puts forward suggestions on improving relevant laws and promulgating relevant legal interpretations.
International Experience and Reference of China's Financial Regulatory System Reform
Authors: Deng Yifan
Published: May 2024

Since the 1970s, in order to reduce financial risks in the context of fast-paced growing financial industry, China has been implementing reforms to its financial regulatory structure. In 2023, the State Administration for Financial Supervision and Administration was officially established, bringing China closer to mixed industry regulation. Currently, there are multiple types of financial regulation on a global scale, including segmented regulation, single regulation, functional regulation, and bimodal regulation. Given the rapid development of China's financial market, it is imperative to draw on better international expertise, innovate domestic regulatory framework, and persist pursuing bimodal regulatory mode under the mixed industry background. By implementing the bimodal regulation of macro prudential regulation and micro behavioral regulation, China is managing to control financial risks, protect investors lawful rights and interests, and foster the long-term and stable expansion of China's financial industry
Research on RMB Depreciation and Its Impact on Chinese Corporate and Society
Authors: Yang Jieyi
Published: May 2024

Raising interest rates by the Federal Reserve forces global capital flows to the US market, which in turn causes other countries economic growth to slow or currency to depreciate. China has been inevitably affected by the Feds higher interest rates, which have led to the devaluation of the RMB and have had a negative impact on the normal operation of Chinese corporations and society. Therefore, this paper analyzes the impact of RMB depreciation caused by the Federal Reserve interest rate hike on China through literature review and case analysis. Through research, the Federal Reserve adopted the policy of interest rate increases to force the Chinese government to tighten its internal monetary policy while continuing to promote the internationalization of the RMB, which in turn caused the depreciation of the RMB. Export-oriented enterprises can avoid interest rate risk caused by RMB depreciation through financial means, and the overall advantages outweigh the disadvantages. However, the depreciation of the RMB has increased the costs of cross-border e-commerce, Chinese tourists traveling overseas, and studying abroad, and the overall disadvantages outweigh the advantages.
Identification and Prevention of Financial Fraud of Merger and Acquisition Target of Public Company: Taking the Acquisition of Grand Image Advertising by Tianshan Animal Bio-Engineering as an Example
Authors: Feng Lan
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the Financial Fraud of Merger and Acquisition (M&A) Target of public company in the process of M&A of target company, and take the case of Grand Image Advertising being merged and acquired by Tianshan Animal Bio-engineering as an example for in-depth analysis. Firstly, starting from the background and significance of M&A activities of public companies, it is pointed out that weak regulation leads to the prominence of financial fraud problems, especially in the context of the full implementation of the registration system for the issuance of shares, the market is facing new opportunities and challenges. This paper analyses the motivation of Financial Fraud of Merger of M&A Target of public company through GONE theory. At the same time, combined with cases, it analyses the signs of financial fraud in depth. Finally, this paper puts forward suggestions on how to prevent Financial Fraud of M&A Target of public Company. This study provides useful theoretical and practical references for further promoting the reform of comprehensive registration system, standardising the market regulatory environment, and guiding the market participating institutions to practice correctly.
A Study on the Impact of ESG Ratings on the Innovation Capability of Chinese-Listed Companies
Authors: Chang Chen
Published: May 2024

According to the report "Global Innovation Index 2023" released by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), China's global innovation index(GII)ranks 12th, indicating that the government must speed up the construction of the technological innovation system. Enterprises also need to increase investment in innovation. At the same time, enterprises inevitably face the issue of sustainable development. ESG rating is an indicator to measure the ability of sustainable development and the potential of enterprises. In recent years, the Chinese government has advocated a new concept of high-quality development, which is positively aligned with the ESG concept. However, some companies also believe that the ESG concept is a policy requirement and rule limitation and cannot improve the competitiveness of the enterprise. At the same time, domestic scholars lack research on ESG, mainly on the relationship between ESG and financial indicators. This article selects listed companies from 2013 to 2022 as research samples to study the relationship between ESG ratings and patent applications, conduct regression analysis, and clarify the positive effect of ESG indicators on the innovation ability of enterprises. At the same time, heterogeneity testing is conducted for different market sizes, and this promoting effect is more significant for large-scale enterprises. The conclusion provides direction for further promoting the implementation of ESG concepts in enterprises. The government, society, and enterprises should all play their roles to jointly promote the high-quality development of enterprises.
Comparison of Markowitz Model and Index Model in Different Constraints
Authors: Wu Zheng
Published: May 2024

This paper reviews the application of Markowitz model and index model in portfolio optimization and focuses on comparing the performance under different constraints. The study covers the core concepts and theoretical framework of modern portfolio theory and the development of the two models. The Markowitz model employs quantitative analysis to consider the expected return and risk of assets and aims to maximize investor utility. The index model, on the other hand, achieves investment objectives by replicating the performance of a specific index. Comparative analysis shows that the Markowitz model is suitable for active management, while the index model is more suitable for passive investment. With the advancement of computing technology, the application of Markowitz model will be more accurate and extensive. Meanwhile, as the concept of passive investment becomes popular, the index model will continue to attract more investors. This study is of great significance to investors in choosing investment strategies, and will help academia and the industry to further optimize investment models.
The Current Status and Development Trend of China and the United States Solar Photovoltaic Industry
Authors: Xie Ying
Published: May 2024

With the development of the times, the global photovoltaic industry is on the rise, with China and the United States making more significant progress in the solar photovoltaic industry. So far, China has become the largest producer and application country of photovoltaic modules in the world. However, the first batch of solar panels in China entered its old age, and it is expected that the first batch will be retired by 2025, even though a large number of components have been replaced through technological upgrades. For the solar energy market in the United States, according to predictions, the proportion of renewable energy that can be produced in the country will triple between 2019 and 2050. However, expanding the proportion of renewable energy and bringing more effective energy is a huge challenge for both China and the United States. In this article, we will study and analyze the current and future trends of the solar energy industry in both countries.
Analisis Keterampilan Penggunaan Alat Ukur terhadap Pemahaman Konsep pada Materi Besaran dan Satuan
Authors: Mila Rosa Angraini  , Suprianto Suprianto , Nur Fadilah  , Yasmin Sabrina Nur Islami  , Mubayyinah Muliyadi
Published: May 2024

This research aims to analyze the correlation between skills in using measuring instruments and understanding the concept of quantities and units in semester 1 students of the Physics Education study program at Madura Islamic University. The research method used is a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental approach. The sample in this research involved semester 1 students of the Madura Islamic University physics education study program who were taking basic physics 1 courses. Data collected in this research was through the distribution of essays regarding understanding the concept of quantities and units (Y) as well as skills in using measuring instruments (X ) with certain indicators. The values obtained from this research were analyzed using the SPSS statistical application with linear regression tests and correlation tests. The results of data analysis show that the correlation value = -0.384 with a significant value = 0.244 and Rsquare = 0.147. Based on the data analysis, it can be concluded that there is a negative correlation and does not have a significant impact on skills in using measuring instruments on understanding the concept of quantities and units. Skills in using measuring instruments contribute 14.7% to understanding the concept of quantities and units, while 85.3% is influenced by other factors.
Analysis of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Utilization for Improving Motor Skills Learning Outcomes among Elementary School Teacher Education (PGSD) Students
Authors: Khaerul Anam  , Muhamad Sadli  , Hadi Wijaya
Published: May 2024

This study explores the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve motor skills learning outcomes for elementary school teacher education (PGSD) students. The research investigates how AI can provide timely feedback and personalized instruction in teaching motor skills. Data analysis methods include surveys, observations, and evaluations of learning outcomes. The research findings reveal the following: 1) Female students' motor skills are classified as moderate, with an average score of 200. The classification criteria for female students' motor skills are excellent (5.67%), good (24.33%), moderate (30.33%), poor (32.67%), and very poor (3%). 2) Male students' motor skills are also categorized as moderate, with an average score of 200. The percentage breakdown for male students' motor skills is as follows: excellent (7.32%), good (25.61%), moderate (37.80%), poor (29.39%), and very poor (4.88%). The results indicate that integrating AI into motor skills learning significantly enhances the academic performance of PGSD students. These findings highlight the importance of incorporating AI technology in teacher education, particularly to enhance the motor skills development of PGSD students. The research supports the concept that AI can effectively support motor skills learning at this educational level.
Working Capital Management and Financial Performance: Evidence from Nigeria’s Public Listed Manufacturing Companies
Authors: Kademi Ibrahim Shuayb , Alias Norhayati , Haron Noor Hasniza , Mohamed Sadique Raziah Bi
Published: May 2024

Working capital management is important in corporate finance and considerably impacts organizational profitability. The study investigates how working capital management impacts the performance (specifically in the context of financials) of publicly traded manufacturing companies listed on the Nigeria Stock Exchange (NSE). Data collected for this study was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) based on the sample of 18 manufacturing companies for five years from 2013 to 2017. Working capital management is important for all organizations as it can considerably impact profitability and financial performance. The linear regression study revealed a notable positive correlation between the Account Payable Period and profitability. An escalation in the duration of accounts payable is associated with increased profitability. The second regression model conclusion indicates that a reduction in the duration (days) to collect sales from consumers is linked to a reduction in the profit since accounts receivable are negatively and insignificantly correlated with profitability. The third discovery in this study revealed an insignificant adverse relationship between the conversion period for inventory and profitability. Manufacturing companies need to turn their inventory into sales to increase profits promptly.  This analysis revealed an insignificant inverse correlation between the conversion cycle for cash and profitability.
The Nexus of Cybercrime and Money Laundering: A Conceptual Paper
Authors: Azero Mohd Afiq bin , Kay Abdullah Sarah Nur Aisyah , Zakaria Zailawati , Haris Hasfaliza , Yusoff Yusri Hazrol
Published: May 2024

The nexus between cybercrime and money laundering poses significant challenges that require a holistic understanding and strengthened global efforts to address. Cybercrimes provide financial motivation for criminals to engage in illicit activities. Techniques like cryptocurrency laundering and exploiting online payment systems allow criminals to disguise illegal proceeds. Investigating these modern financial crimes faces hurdles from rapid technological advancements, encryption, international jurisdiction issues, and lack of standardized information sharing between agencies and sectors. Gaps exist in current anti- money laundering legal frameworks in properly criminalizing emerging cyber threats and prosecuting related offenses effectively, as seen in the Malaysian context. Reforms are needed to enhance enforcement mechanisms, risk assessment practices, and the role of regulatory authorities like the Financial Intelligence Unit. A comprehensive approach combining updated laws, improved inter-agency coordination, public-private collaboration, and adaptive strategies is crucial to counter the evolving nexus between cybercrime and money laundering in today's digital landscape.
שיח בין־דתי: גישה חינוכית ומוסרית
Authors: בן־פזי חנוך
Published: May 2024

האתיקה של השיח הבין־דתי משמעה בחינה של המשמעויות המוסריות של השיח הבין־דתי במובניו השונים. במובנו המגביל הוא קובע את כללי השיחה והמפגש הבין־דתי. במובנו המחולֵל – בכוחה של המוטיבציה המוסרית לעורר למפגש ולדיאלוג בין־דתי. שכן הוא מעורר לחשיבה מוסרית ומעודד צניעות וכבוד לאחר. שיתופם של תלמידים ותלמידות בדיאלוג בין־דתי יכול להוות תשתית מוסרית לעולם החינוך. שותפות לדיאלוג בין־דתי משמעה הכנסה של היבטים מוסריים לתוך תהליכי הלמידה ויצירה של תהליכים חינוכיים ערכיים מתוך כבוד לאחר ולאחרים; הרחבה של אופקי הלמידה והאחריות ויצירת שיח פרשני הולך ומתרחב מתוך המפגש האנושי של בני ובנות מסורות שונות. 'שיח בין־דתי' הוא כל שיחה או מפגש בין בני דתות שונות המנהלים שיחה על אמונותיהם ועל הדת שלהם. פעמים רבות השיח הבין ־דתי מתנהל כוויכוח על אודות הדת הנכונה או הדת המצליחה. הגישה בימי הביניים העניקה משמעות רבה להצלחה הארצית בניסיון לזהות את הדת הצודקת. אולם ספרות הניצוח (הוויכוח) ייצגה ויצרה ויכוחים אמוניים, חברתיים ולעיתים גם אלימים באשר לזהותה של הדת המובילה. רבים מן האירועים האלימים הקשים שידעו יהודים ברחבי אירופה, יסודם בוויכוח פומבי על אודות הדת ה'נכונה' וה'אמיתית'…
הגדרות של מילה בהוראת אוצר מילים ובהערכתו: תיבה, תמנית, תבנית, למה, פלמה ומשפחת מילים
Authors: אבו רביעה איהאב ח'ליל
Published: May 2024

השאלה "מהי מילה" העסיקה וממשיכה להעסיק בלשנים רבים, ובעיקר בלשנים יישומיים העוסקים בהוראת שפה ובהערכתה. חוקרים רבים מגדירים מילה באופן שונה לא רק בשפות שונות אלא גם באותה שפה. גם בעברית ההגדרות ל־מילה במיליונים השונים אינן זהות. במחקר מציינים שבעברית יש שתי מקבילות ל־word האנגלית: תיבה ו־מילה. תיבה היא התבנית שמופרדת באופן גרפי מהתבנית שלפניה ומהתבנית שאחריה באמצעות רווח ואילו מילה היא הבסיס למילים אחרות, למשל המילה מילון היא בסיס למילים אחרות כמו מילונאי, מילונאות. אך אין תיבה ו־מילה לבדן מספיקות כדי לבטא את המורכבות של מה שנחשב למילה, אף לא בתחום לשוני אחד – אוצר המילים במקרה זה. הגדרת מילה במחקר על אוצר מילים או במבחנים המעריכים אוצר מילים היא מהותית מאוד שכן לא ניתן לבצע בדיקה לקסיקלית ללא הגדרה של היסוד הנחקר – המילה…
Impact of Pre-Operative Severity on Post-Operative Functional Outcomes in Patients with Cervical Myelopathy: A Comparative Analysis Using the Nurick Scale
Authors: Shakeel Muhammad , Afzal Waseem , Shafique Waleed Bin , Qasmi Shahzad Ahmad , Mehmood Asad Ullah , Inam Shahzad
Published: May 2024

Cervical myelopathy pertains to the compression of the spinal cord in the neck region. The disease is debilitating in nature, and most cases require surgical intervention to avoid further nerve interference. However, the ability of preoperative myelopathy classification to accurately predict superlative postoperative outcomes remains unknown. Objective: To assess the functional outcomes following surgery in patients diagnosed with cervical myelopathy while considering their preoperative Nurick grade. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted on a cohort of 80 patients diagnosed with cervical myelopathy that underwent surgical intervention in the hospital. The study reviewed and analyzed the demographic data and recorded the type of surgery among other factors such as follow-up duration. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 26.0 and a comparative test for correlation with respect to pre and post-surgery Nurick grades was done using cross-tabulation. Results: Among 38.75% of cases, surgery was performed on the anterior. A notable improvement in the post-surgery Nurick grade was observed with significant improvement noted in patients with higher preoperative classification. The results had a profound correlation between the two grades before and after surgery as analyzed statistically having a p-value of 0.00. Conclusions: Surgical treatments have proven to be quite effective in improving functional outcomes for individuals diagnosed with cervical myelopathy. Patients who had less severe or milder neurological deficits before the surgery experienced the most significant improvement after the procedure. These findings emphasize the significance of preoperative assessment in predicting postoperative outcomes and guiding treatment decisions
Strategi Manajemen Hubungan Masyarakat Sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Mutu Pendidikan
Authors: Masrufa Binti
Published: May 2024

This research aims to describe appropriate public relations management (PR) strategies to improve the quality of education at MTs Darussalam Ngoro Jombang. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive analytical approach. The data collection techniques used were observation, interviews and documentation. The research results show that the right public relations strategy to improve the quality of education at MTs Darussalam Ngoro Jombang is creating an informative and attractive madrasah website, utilizing social media to promote the madrasah, holding interesting activities for the community, and building good relationships with alumni. The implementation of Public Relations strategies at MTs Darussalam Ngoro Jombang has been quite effective in improving the quality of education. This is evidenced by the increasing number of new students, increasing student achievement, and increasing the image of madrasas in society.
On the Passage of a Relativistic Spinless Particle through a Potential Barrier
Authors: Karapetyan G. G.
Published: May 2024

Contradictory descriptions of the passage of a relativistic particle through a high
potential barrier are investigated. The conventional energy-momentum relation yields a real
momentum for the particle within the barrier, suggesting classical particle motion. However, this
contradicts the law of conservation of energy, which necessitates that the particle's momentum be
imaginary, thereby rendering classical motion impossible. This paradox is resolved through the
adoption of a novel energy-momentum relation.
Investigation of Nerve Fiber Network in THz Spectrum Range
Authors: Hovhannisyan T. , Makaryan A.
Published: May 2024

The behavior of the nerve fiber system of the spinal cord of animals in the THz
wavelength range (0.1-3 THz) was experimentally studied using a time domain spectrometer.
Terahertz wave transmittance of nerve tissue is investigated, when DC voltage is applied to the
sample. It has been shown that when a constant voltage is applied along the nerve fibers (also in
the absence of voltage), no noticeable changes occur in the transmitted THz wave, regardless of the
orientation of the sample relative to the THz E-field vector. Significant changes in the
electrodynamic properties of the sample were observed when the nerve fibers were parallel to the
THz E-field vector and the applied voltage was perpendicular to the nerve fibers, particularly,
resonant absorption was observed at frequencies of 0.6 THz and 2 THz.