bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Jupiter's Whistler-mode Belts and Electron Slot Region
Authors: Hao Yixin , Shprits Yuri Y , Menietti Doug , Liu Z.-Y. , Averkamp Terrance F. , Wang Dedong , Kollmann Peter , Hospodarsky George Blair , Drozdov Alexander Yurievich , Roussos Elias , Krupp Norbert , Horne Richard B. , Woodfield Emma E , Bolton Scott J
Published: March 2024

The spatial distribution of whistler-mode wave emissions in the Jovian
magnetosphere measured during the first 45 perijove orbits of Juno is
investigated. A double-belt structure in whistler-mode wave intensity is
revealed. Between the two whistler-mode belts, there exists a region
devoid of 100s keV electrons near the magnetic equator at 9 <
M < 16. Insufficient source electron population in such an
electron “slot” region is a possible explanation for the relatively
lower wave activity compared to the whistler-mode belts. The wave
intensity of the outer whistler-mode belt measured in the
dusk-premidnight sector is significantly stronger than in the
postmidnight-dawn sector. We suggest that the inherent dawn-dusk
asymmetries in source electron distribution and/or auroral hiss emission
rather than the modulation of solar cycle are more likely to result in
the azimuthal variation of outer whistler-mode belt intensity during the
first 45 Juno perijove orbits.
Enhancing Synthetic Rating Curve Development Through Empirical Roughness Built for Hydrofabric Datasets
Authors: Johnson J. Michael , Eyelade Damilola , Singh-Mohudpur Justin , Rad Arash Modaresi , Coll James , Spies Ryan , Yeghiazarian Lilit
Published: March 2024

Rating curves are commonly developed through direct observation, open
channel flow models, or mechanical methods, each relying on in-situ
measurement. As part of a U.S. effort to provide high resolution,
continental scale, flood mapping, synthetic rating curves (SRCs) were
developed across the National Hydrography Dataset (NHDPlusV2) to
translate flows, like those generated by the NOAA National Water Model,
into river depths. This approach uses Digital Elevation Models (DEM) to
define the necessary cross-sectional properties for Manning’s equation.
A significant limitation, alongside an opportunity for broad
improvement, has been assigning suitable roughness without local
information. We applied the DEM based methodology to generate SRCs at
7,270 locations with known USGS rating curves, and calibrated roughness
to minimize the error between predicted and observed flow. Subsequently,
we tested several approaches based on land cover, stream order, and the
hydrographic network to estimate the optimized values in a manner that
can be extended to ungauged catchments. Among these, a predictive
Machine Learning (ML) model based on the NHDPlusV2 network attributes
demonstrated superior ability to estimate the optimized roughness with a
Spearman correlation of 0.89. Sensitivity analysis showed improving
accuracy of DEM and roughness is crucial for accurate estimation of the
lower and mid/upper parts of SRC, respectively. Finally, we applied the
predictive model over the NHDPlusV2, generating reach-level roughness
estimates that can directly support national flood mapping efforts. The
method is generalizable to any hydrofabric network that contains
topology, however the generated values are dependent on the DEM and
hydrofabric used.
Evaluation of sub-hourly MRMS quantitative precipitation estimates in mountainous terrain using machine learning
Authors: White Phoebe , Nelson Peter A.
Published: March 2024

The Multi-Radar Multi-Sensor (MRMS) product incorporates radar, climate
model, and gage data at a high spatiotemporal resolution for the
contiguous United States. MRMS is subject to various sources of
measurement error, especially in complex terrain. The goal of this study
is to provide a framework for understanding the uncertainty of MRMS in
mountainous areas with limited observations. We evaluate 8-hour time
series samples of MRMS 15-minute intensity through a comparison to 204
gages located in the mountains of Colorado. This analysis shows that the
MRMS surface precipitation rate product tends to overestimate rainfall
with a median normalized root mean squared error (RMSE) of
42\% of the maximum MRMS 15-minute intensity. For each
time series sample, various features related to the physical
characteristics influencing MRMS performance are calculated from the
topography, surrounding storms, and rainfall observed at the gage
location. A gradient-boosting regressor is trained on these features and
is optimized with quantile loss, using the RMSE as a target, to model
nonlinear patterns in the features that relate to a range of error. This
model was used to predict a range of error throughout the mountains of
Colorado during warm months, spanning 6 years, resulting in a
spatiotemporally varying error model of MRMS for sub-hourly
precipitation rates. Mapping of this dataset by aggregating normalized
RMSE over time reveals that areas further from radar sites in higher
elevation terrain show consistently greater error. However, the model
predicts larger performance variability in these regions compared to
alternative error assessments.
High-resolution microclimate modelling to evaluate urban heat mitigation potentials of rainfed climate change adaptation measures on buildings under various climatic conditions
Authors: Eingrüber Nils , Krekeler Charlotte , Korres Wolfgang , Löhnert Ulrich , Schneider Karl
Published: March 2024

Due to global warming, heat stress is becoming a major challenge
especially in cities where an intensification of the urban heat island
effect is observed and further expected. Climate change adaptation
measures are a key strategy to mitigate heat stress and health
consequences. Successful adaptation should cool down both indoor and
outdoor conditions. As indoor heat is mainly caused by wall heat flux,
measures like green, blue or blue-green roofs or facades are a promising
approach. These measures on buildings can also easily be scaled as they
do not require additional space. However, cooling effects of
evaporation-based measures are largely limited by water availability to
enable latent heat flux and reduce wall heat flux at extreme heat events
or prolonged drought periods. Rainfed water storage systems at buildings
like cisterns with a PV-driven pumping mechanism not only supply water
for greenings or wet roofs during hot days, but also store storm water
to reduce flooding risks. This research aims to simulate heat mitigation
effects of rainfed nature-based and technical solutions on buildings
using the physically-based high-resolving microclimate model ENVI-met in
contrasting climatic conditions. A 3D gridded 16 ha model domain of an
urban high-density area in the mid-latitude city of Cologne/Germany and
monsoon driven city of Pune/India was parameterised using field
observations and remote sensing data. Both models are validated based on
a setup quality-controlled, densely-distributed microclimate sensor
network. Scenario analyses are performed to quantify cooling effects of
intensive/extensive roof greenings, (non-)ground-based facade greenings,
wet roofs and combinations. Specific water demands for irrigation of
greenings or blue roofs from a managed local rainfed storage are
determined to analyse how often and effectively the systems can be
operated. Simulation results show significant potential cooling effects
in both study areas which are stronger for Pune. Due to water scarcity
in the Indian pre-monsoon season, actual heat mitigation potentials are
significantly lower than in Cologne as measures can rarely be operated
for extreme heat waves at the end of the season. To effectively improve
thermal comfort in monsoon conditions, potentials of other measures will
be simulated in further research.
Factors Influencing Job Performance among Academic Staff in Malaysian Public University
Authors: Che Cob Che Mohd Syaharuddin , Zakaria Ummi Kalsom , Abdul Wahab Mohd Hafeez Al-Amin , Baistaman Julaina , Omar Siti Nur Zahirah , Osman Nor Baizura
Published: March 2024

Extensive research has been conducted on the factors that determine job performance. The current study was required by a lack of research relating to the factors of job performance among academic staff in Malaysian public universities. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of personality traits, motivation, leadership style, and learner autonomy on job performance. Data was collected from the academic staff of a public university in Malaysia. The probability technique, which is simple random sampling was used in this study. The study is guided by an adapted ten-point Likert Interval Scale structured questionnaire as the main instrument used in collecting the data. Furthermore, the analysis of data was undertaken by using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) procedures. Structural equation modeling (SEM), a multivariate approach, was used to empirically evaluate and estimate the hypothesized link between constructs using Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS) software version 20.0. The findings indicate that job performance is significantly and positively related to personality traits, motivation, leadership style, and learner autonomy. Motivation is a significant predictor of job performance when compared to other variables. The study proves that the combination of personality traits, motivation, learner autonomy, and leadership style on job performance may contribute to the optimal service delivery to stakeholders within Malaysia's educational system. Therefore, the implications of the findings, potential limitations, and directions for future research are also discussed
Entrepreneurial Specific Factors, Support Factors and Micro enterprises Performance: The Case of Malaysian Microcredit Program
Authors: Ibrahim Norlaila , Mahmood Rosman , Mohd Zahari Ahmad Suffian , Mulyana Mulyana
Published: March 2024

The study's objective is to analyze the influence of several elements related to entrepreneurial-specific factors and support factors on the performance of micro-enterprises. The study sample consisted of a total of 756 micro-entrepreneurs who were involved in two main microcredit programs in Malaysia, namely Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (AIM) and The Venture Group Economic Fund (TEKUN). The study’s findings, obtained through multiple regression analysis, revealed that factors such as personal entrepreneurial competencies, management practice, microcredit programs and government support exert a significant influence on the performance of micro-enterprises. This finding is consistent with the Resource Base View (RBV) theory which links the importance of internal and external resources as a catalyst for competitive advantage and the performance of a business. The influence of family and commitment to religious principles is less significant. It was associated with the attitude factor of micro-entrepreneurs, who frequently disregard the fundamental principles of religion while making judgments. The impact of family influence on micro enterprises' performance was determined to be negligible. Family members make minimal contributions in terms of finances, energy, or moral support. The formulation of policies is crucial for these insights, which highlight the importance of providing entrepreneurship training and implementing excellent management practices. Additionally, financial support is necessary to promote the growth of micro-enterprises in Malaysia. The government plays a crucial role in facilitating the growth of micro companies by implementing various support programs. An efficient distribution system can minimize the leakage of programs and maximize benefits for the recipients who are intended.
Circular Supply Chain Management in Developing Countries: Challenges, Opportunities and Pathways to Sustainability
Authors: Azmi Fadhlur Rahim , Roni Mastura , Sa’at Megawati
Published: March 2024

This paper offers a comprehensive exploration of circular supply chain management (CSCM) in the context of developing countries, unveiling a multifaceted landscape of challenges, opportunities, strategies and future prospects. Challenges facing these nations in embracing CSCM include a lack of waste infrastructure, limited awareness and education, financial constraints, a shortage of technical expertise, barriers to accessing global markets, and a dearth of data and information. These challenges underscore the need for tailored, context-specific solutions to establish a robust foundation for CSCM. The study looks ahead and predicts that soon there will be more circular business models, less waste management and more resource optimization, more local circular ecosystems, and more streamlined circular supply chains. Technological advancements, such as blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT) and data analytics, are poised to revolutionize CSCM. Increased global awareness of environmental issues and sustainability will be a driving force for change, with academia, businesses, and governments playing pivotal roles in shaping this future. This paper emphasizes the pivotal role of CSCM in advancing sustainable development, both in developing countries and globally. It underscores the critical importance of a steadfast commitment to sustainability, circularity, and responsible resource management for the future of these nations and the entire planet
Integrating Technology in Government Internal Audit: Catalysts and Challenges
Authors: Ahmad Ramli Nor Syafiqah , Mohd Ali Nor Aishah
Published: March 2024

In an era marked by digital transformation, various sectors, including government entities, are reevaluating their operational methodologies. This research delves into the pivotal elements influencing the adoption of Information Technology (IT) within the internal audit departments of governmental agencies. The study is grounded in detailed interviews conducted at three distinct government organizations, revealing the intricate dynamics of incentives, barriers, and the prospective benefits associated with IT integration. Preliminary results suggest that a myriad of factors critically shape the strategy toward IT implementation. These include the anticipated enhancements in audit efficiency and effectiveness due to IT adoption, the level of support from senior management, budgetary constraints, and the lack of specialized IT expertise. The findings offer insightful recommendations for government bodies, aiming to aid them in navigating the complexities of IT integration. This study not only highlights the significant role of supportive leadership and resource allocation in facilitating IT adoption but also underscores the need for skill development in this domain. Ultimately, it serves as a strategic guide for government agencies to optimize their auditing processes through effective IT integration.
Comparing Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Blood Glucose Monitoring in adults with inadequately controlled, insulin-treated type 2 diabetes (Steno2tech Study): A 12-month, single-center, randomized controlled trial.
Authors: Lind Nanna , B Christensen Merete , L Hansen Dorte , Nørgaard Kirsten
Published: March 2024

Objective: To compare the 12-month effects of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) versus blood glucose monitoring (BGM) in adults with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes.

Research Design and Methods: Single-center, parallel, open-label, randomized controlled trial including adults with inadequately controlled, insulin-treated type 2 diabetes from the outpatient clinic at Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen, Denmark. Inclusion criteria were ≥18 years, insulin-treated type 2 diabetes, and HbA1c ≥7.5% (58 mmol/mol). Participants were randomly assigned (1:1) to 12 months of either CGM or BGM. All participants received a diabetes self-management education course and were followed by their usual healthcare providers. Primary outcome was between-group differences in change in time in range 3.9-10.0 mmol/l (TIR), assessed at baseline, after 6 and 12 months by blinded CGM. The prespecified secondary outcomes were differences in change in several other glycemic, metabolic, and participant-reported outcomes.

Results: The 76 participants had a median baseline HbA1c of 8.3 [7.8, 9.1] % (67 [62-76] mmol/mol), and 61.8% were male. Compared to BGM, CGM usage was associated with significantly greater improvements in TIR (between-group difference 15.2%, 95% CI 4.6;25.9), HbA1c (-0.9%, -1.4;-0.3 (-9.4 mmol/mol, -15.2;-3.5)), total daily insulin dose (-10.6 units/day, -19.9;-1.3), weight (-3.3 kg, -5.5;-1.1), BMI (-1.1 kg/m2, -1.8;-0.3), and greater self-rated diabetes-related health, well-being, satisfaction, and health behavior.

Conclusions: In adults with inadequately controlled insulin-treated type 2 diabetes, the 12-month impact of CGM was superior to BGM in improving glucose control and other crucial health parameters. The findings support the use of CGM in the insulin-treated subgroup of type 2 diabetes.
Algılanan Gastronomik İmajın Davranışsal Niyete Etkisinde Mutfak Deneyim Memnuniyetinin Rolü: Mersin ve Adana’da Yaşayan Yerli Halkın Bakış Açısı
Authors: Güler Ozan , Şimşek Neslihan , Sormaz Ümit
Published: March 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı, deneyimlenen destinasyon yemek imajı, mutfak deneyim memnuniyeti ve davranışsal niyet arasındaki ilişkileri araştırarak, mutfak deneyim memnuniyetinin aracılık rolünü ortaya koymaktır. Kolayda örnekleme yöntemiyle Mersin ve Adana’da yaşayan 291 katılımcıdan anket yoluyla elde edilen veriler, Yapısal Eşitlik Modellemesi (YEM) ile analiz edilmiştir. Ortaya çıkan bulgular yerli halkın mutfak deneyim memnuniyetini anlamlı olarak etkileyen temel değişkenlerin yemeğin lezzeti ve kültürel deneyim faktörlerinin olduğunu göstermektedir. Katılımcıların mutfak deneyim memnuniyetini etkileyen yemek imajı boyutlarının doğrudan davranışsal niyet oluşturamadığı, bu noktada mutfak deneyim memnuniyetinin bu ilişkide tam aracı rolde olduğu görülmektedir.
Reservoir properties of effusive rocks of the Muradkhanli field (Azerbaijan)
Authors: Seidov V.M. , Khalilova L.N. , Bayramova I.I.
Published: March 2024

The presence of oil accumulations in igneous rocks has been known for quite a long time. Geologists estimate that oil reserves in eruptive and weathered metamorphic rocks reach 1 % of the world’s proven oil reserves. At the Shaimskoye field (Western Siberia), oil is found in the weathered granites of the basement. Oil has been found in eruptive rocks in Texas (USA) fields, the most famous of which is the Litton Springs field. Oil is found in metamorphosed shales in the western part of the Los Angeles basin, the porosity of which is caused by the development of cracks in the roof of crystalline shales. Petroleum is extracted from serpentinites in Cuba. Basic igneous rocks contain petroleum at the Ferbro field in Mexico.At the Khukhrinsky gas field, which islocated at the north-western end of the Dnieper-Donets depression, the crystalline basement rocks are oil and gas bearing, from which commercial hydrocarbon inflows have been obtained. In the White Tiger field (Bach Ho), located on the southern shelf of Vietnam, commercial oil accumulations are also found in crystalline basement rocks.

At the Muradkhanli field in Azerbaijan, the industrial accumulation of petroleum belongs to the igneous rocks of the Upper Cretaceous age. The natural oil and gas reservoir of the Muradkhanli field is confined to the erosion zone of the upper part of the section of these rocks.

This work aims to determine the reservoir properties of the rocks of the Muradkhanli deposit, which belong to igneous rocks, in different ways.

The method of estimation of final oil recovery of complex structure reservoirs was proposed for useful capacity and oil recovery of homogeneous media; different variants of the volumetric method were used for reservoirs with complex structures of pore space filling a complex and heterogeneous natural reservoir; values of hydrocarbon reserves of increased and secondary capacity were calculated for the study interval; distributions of oil reserves with right-sided asymmetry, where Mo<Me<X, were presented; it was determined that in effusive cores oil saturation and fluid filtration are caused by tectonic fracturing and cavernousness.

Permeability varies in a wide range: 0.73·10–15—1.31·10–15 m2; the largest specific fraction of crack density is in the range 0—0.1 cm/cm2, the average value is 0.29 cm/cm2, with crack depth they decrease from 0.9 to 0.1 cm/cm2.

The studies have shown that the natural reservoir of oil and gas in the Muradhanli field is associated with the erosion zone of the upper part of the igneous rock section.
HUBUNGAN PENGGUNAAN QRIS DENGAN PENGEMBANGAN EKONOMI DIGITAL UMKM DI KMGD JOMBANG
Authors: Haryanti Peni
Published: March 2024

Financial technology bukan hal baru di kalangan masyarakat Indonesia, mayoritas masyarakat telah merasakan manfaat dari layanan fintech. Tidak hanya masyarakat perkotaan yang memanfaatkan layanan ini namun di seluruh kawasan Indonesia mulai melakukan adaptasi terkait alternatif layanan fintech. UMKM merupakan salah satu penggerak berkembangnya layanan fintech hal ini juga didukung dengan adanya Kode QR melalui layanan Quick Response Code Indonesian (QRIS) yang mempermudah transaksi pembayaran untuk pelaku UMKM. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara QRIS dengan pengembangan ekonomi digital bagi pelaku UMKM di Kawasan Makam Religi Gusdur (KMGD) Tebuireng Jombang. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan penelitian lapangan merupakan salah satu jenis penelitian yang dipilih oleh peneliti, peneliti terjun langsung ke lokasi penelitian guna mendapatkan data yang diinginkan. Peneliti melakukan survei dan wawancara terhadap pemilik UMKM yang berjumlah 6 orang, wisatawan berjumlah 6 orang, dan pengelola UPT Parkiran Makam Gusdur maupun pengelola makam yaitu Pondok Pesantren Tebuireng Jombang. Hasil dari peneltian ini didapatkan bahwa adanya hubungan antara penggunaan QRIS dengan pengembangan ekonomi digital bagi pelaku UMKM di KMGD.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF MEDIA LITERACY FOCUS IN INDONESIA: A LITERATURE STUDY 2016-2021
Authors: Prakoso Septyanto Galan , Putra Ferdian Ahya Al , Shidqi Zia’ulhaq As
Published: March 2024

The development of media literacy can be said as a certain indicator of understanding the current situation and development of a nation. It is understandable if a focus on a certain topic that is related or discussed together with media literacy is worth observing as a parameter to catch a glimpse of a country’s citizens' level of knowledge. Questions about how the development of media literacy in Indonesia is based on related publications are important. This research examines using a literature study about the development of media literacy in Indonesia, by observing the keywords, terms, and focus on publications that correlated with media literacy in Indonesia that were recorded in Google Scholar from 2016 to 2021 and visualized by the Vos viewer program is used to visualize the data and provide a ground base for the findings. The result from this study indicates that media literacy in Indonesia is still not independent as it comes with a certain focus/trend that happens in the country. While the media literacy focus is synchronized with the real-time condition in Indonesia, it also shows that the level of knowledge from the Indonesian people is heavily driven by the media.
Influence of modern educational environment on the neuro-mental health of school-age children
Authors: Milushkina OYu , Dubrovina EA , Grigorieva ZA , Kozyreva FU , Pivovarov YuP
Published: March 2024

The steadily growing prevalence of various psycho-social maladaptation forms among children and adolescents is reported all over the world. The today’s tempo of life associated with active introduction and widespread use of information technology results in the dramatic increase in educational workload, thereby provoking a significant increase in the prevalence of borderline mental disorders, primarily neurotic disorders in schoolchildren. Investigation of various forms of neuro-mental health impairment and somatic disorders in school-age children is among research priorities in different countries. The paper provides systematized data of the studies focused on assessing neuro-mental disorders in schoolchildren.
Exploring Small Medium Enterprise (SME) owners’ resources for resilience
Authors: Syahrul Nadwani Abdul Rahman , Norhidayah Ali , Azyyati Anuar
Published: March 2024

Resilience can be defined as the aptitude to recover from unexpected events and sustain an acceptable level of competence. In contemporary times, it is irrefutable that every form of business and company must possess resilience. Some businesses, especially Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), are not as robust and will fold under pressure. Certain owners experienced failure due to their insufficient awareness, which hindered their ability to demonstrate resilience. Moreover, the insufficiency of financial resources and limited access to necessary assets significantly contribute to the ineffectiveness of business activities. This study aims to explore how the resources of SME owners add to the resilience of businesses. The most common sources of resilience amongst the owners appear to be a combination of adaptation and social support. Regarding owners’ adaptability, most business owners make efforts to adjust to the prevailing circumstances due to the occurrence of crises and disruptions in business operations. This study identified a range of social support mechanisms available to owners within diverse organizational structures. These mechanisms include support from individuals external to the company, social interactions with newly acquainted individuals, as well as internal and external relationships with individuals within the organization and potential collaborators if required. The study used purposive sampling, specifically targeting a limited sample size of five SME owners in Kedah. The structured interview serves as the primary method for collecting data. Subsequently, the textual data was transcribed to facilitate analysis through a coding procedure. Therefore, themes will be employed to link certain facts.
C++ Rush: an educational gaming experience
Authors: Arifah Fasha Rosmani , Muhammad Salman Hakim Shaiful Nizam
Published: March 2024

Programming language is a subject that is quite difficult to understand at first glance, especially for beginners. Most beginners struggle to comprehend programming concepts because of their low maturity level, lack of programming experience, and difficulty understanding and learning the logic and scripting language. C++ is one of the basic, convenient programming languages that help programmers comprehend the principles of all programming languages. If the principles of C++ have been grasped, someone with a thorough knowledge of the language could easily transit to other programming languages. Therefore, this study proposes the combination of an educational game with C++ to provide early exposure to novice programmers and assist those who are struggling to learn the programming language. Furthermore, it attempts to create and develop an interactive, instructional programming game. Another purpose of this study is to test the usefulness of the generated programming game using a questionnaire. The study utilized the Agile Model because iterative development is one of its components. The agile technique consists of six (6) phases: requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and review. This study did usability testing with 30 individuals. Most of them agreed that gamification might change a tough and complex topic into one that would be incredibly engaging. In addition, it has ultimately allowed users to properly learn C++. Future work may employ a broader range of programming languages.
Records as strategic resource in the Malaysian public sector
Authors: Mohammad Azhan Abdul Aziz , Norhayati Hussin , Abd Latif Abdul Rahman , Mohamad Rahimi Mohamad Rosman , Nor Alina Ab. Ghani
Published: March 2024

Records may be used to ensure transparency, to keep individuals and organisations responsible for their acts and responsibilities, and to show that organisations have met legal or regulatory standards or accepted best practices. Records appear as a medium to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the organisation, it becomes a strategic resource that provides information for future use. This study aims to describe how public records are managed and used among officers in departments and ministries of the Malaysian government. The respondents and key informants engaged in this study are Diplomatic Administer Officers (PTD) from different position grades starting from grade M44 to JUSA because they are categorized as top management that acts as administer, policymaker, decision-maker, etc. in the organisation. The respondents were randomly selected from twelve ministries and one department of the Malaysian public sector in Putrajaya. The study conducted is quantitative method. Findings show that all hypotheses are accepted. Records users were found to have a significant and positive relationship with the strategic use of records. Records value was also found to have a significant and positive relationship with strategic use of records same as the relationship between records user and records value. Moreover, the records’ value is hypothesized as a mediator between the records user and strategic use of records also indicates the same result. The results of the study have contributed to the development of a research model and theory for using records as a strategic resource, especially, in the government sector. Government servants especially PTD must use records as one of the strategic resources in carrying out their daily affairs.
The Role of Performance Political Stability and Macroeconomic Attracting Foreign Direct Investment in ASEAN
Authors: Fuddin Muhammad Khoirul , Maulidiyah Ivada Nafiah
Published: March 2024

Foreign direct investment (FDI) plays a crucial role in developing nations to raise the standard of living for their citizens and strengthen their economies. This research aims to investigate the effects of macroeconomic factors like GDP, inflation, and female employment in the industry on flows of foreign direct investment as well as factor political stability with a research focus on 5 ASEAN countries (Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia) with research 20 years. The research method used panel data regression with secondary data from the World Bank. The Fixed Effect Model is found to be the best model selection. The results showed that political stability variables as well as all macroeconomic fundamental variables as measured by GDP, Inflation, and Employment Females in Industry partially had a significant and positive effect on the inflow of Foreign direct investment in 5 ASEAN countries and simultaneously had a significant positive effect.
Unsystematic Risk Management Based on Financial Literacy as a Supporting Factor in Investment Decisions
Authors: Riawan Riawan , Widhianingrum Wahna , Wijianto Wijianto
Published: March 2024

This research examines financial literacy's influence on investment decisions through unsystematic risk management. The data source used in this research is primary data obtained through a questionnaire. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, using sample criteria to enter as a research sample. This research involved 88 respondents as research samples. The analytical tool used to carry out statistical tests is SmartPLS. This study found that financial literacy and unsystematic risk management simultaneously had a significant positive effect on investment decisions. Unsystematic risk management has a significant positive effect on investment decisions. Furthermore, unsystematic risk management can mediate the relationship between financial literacy and investment decisions. This study highlights investor behavior in making investment decisions using the theory of planned behavior approach.
Quality Improvement Efforts of DGT’s Internal Compliance Unit (Study at Yogyakarta Small Tax Office)
Authors: Mailina Anika , Una Bachrudin K. , Prabowo Hendi Yogi
Published: March 2024

The Internal Control System is implemented in the organization as a prevention of fraud risk. The Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) already has an Internal Compliance Unit (hereinafter referred to as UKI) as the vanguard in internal control efforts. However, there are still cases of fraud and Hand-Arrest Operations at the DGT that have questioned the quality of UKI. This study aims to find the constraints experienced by UKI in carrying out internal control monitoring tasks as well as efforts that can be made to improve the quality of UKI. This research method is qualitative with a case study at the Yogyakarta Small Tax Office (STO). The types of data used are primary data and secondary data. Primary data is obtained directly from observations and interviews with informants in the field, while secondary data comes from documents, regulations, and data previously published to data users. The analysis technique was carried out by grouping data, coding, and then presenting a visualization of the results using NVivo 12 plus software. The results of the study found that the ways to improve the quality of UKI at STO are adhering to the Annual Monitoring Plan (RPT) guidelines, increasing the knowledge and soft skills of UKI staff, increasing the use of technology, segregating UKI duties and responsibilities.
vida precária como assinatura biopolítica do estado de exceção
Authors: Kachenski Iverson Custódio
Published: March 2024

No presente artigo, argumentaremos que há no pensamento da filósofa estadunidense Judith Butler (1956) certa base teórico-metodológica que permite-nos compreender o modus operandi do exercício de violências que recaem sobre determinados corpos.  Acreditamos que essas violências são analisadas pela autora como eventos singulares, e que tomam como base os discursos que esquadrinham os corpos como vivíveis ou matáveis. Essa seria, na nossa visão, uma forma trazida por Judith Butler para pensar a relação entre marcadores sociais da violência, abjeção e estado de exceção. Para a realização de nosso intento, resgataremos o entendimento de Giorgio Agamben (1942) e Veena Das (1945) sobre o conceito de assinatura para, em seguida, estabelecermos um diálogo com a noção de Judith Butler sobre os marcadores sociais da violência.  Por fim, a partir dessa movimentação teórica, sustentaremos haver uma preocupação filosófica de Judith em diagnosticar criticamente a construção da vida precária como assinatura biopolítica do Estado de Exceção. 
Palavras-chave: Biopolítica; Assinatura; Marcadores Sociais; Vida Precária; Estado de Exceção.
El currículo universitario desde el enfoque socioformativo: el caso de una universidad peruana
Authors: Rojas Orihuela Mihay Yully , Núñez Rojas Nemecio
Published: March 2024

El enfoque socioformativo, de creciente aplicación en la formación universitaria, consiste en desarrollar la educación basado en el enfoque por competencias para formar en los estudiantes su proyecto ético de vida, el emprendimiento, la colaboración y el desarrollo social sostenible. Este estudio tiene por objetivo analizar el proceso de diseño e implementación del currículo por competencias desde la socioformación en tres programas de estudios universitarios. Se realizó el análisis documental de los informes de los equipos especializados encargados de la elaboración del currículo, y los tres planes curriculares aprobados por la universidad. Los resultados obtenidos muestran el proceso complejo que implica pasar de un currículo lineal por asignaturas a un currículo por proyectos formativos, asimismo, la participación de los docentes, estudiantes, egresados y demás grupos de interés está permitiendo que la implementación del currículo avance de manera progresiva.
Quality of life in patients with severe aortic stenosis undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation: tools and evidence
Authors: Metra Marco , Radulescu Crina-Ioana , Cersosimo Angelica , Massussi Mauro , Laurito Andrea , Chioncel Ovidiu , Adamo Marianna
Published: March 2024

Aortic stenosis is the most prevalent valvular heart disease requiring intervention, especially in the elderly population. Surgical aortic valve replacement and transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) are well established treatment options for symptomatic patients with severe aortic stenosis, as they provide a significant survival benefit. Aortic stenosis may have an important impact on patients’ quality of life (QoL). However, advanced age, comorbidities and frailty may limit the beneficial effect of aortic stenosis interventions in terms of QoL. Current guidelines mention the importance of frailty and avoiding the futility of interventions, but lack specific indications about decision-making. Also, there are limited data on how to specifically assess QoL in aortic stenosis patients since the most used questionnaires are validated in different populations (i.e. heart failure). The aim of this review is to summarize all the available tools for QoL assessment in patients with aortic stenosis; to report current evidence on the impact of TAVI on QoL; and to discuss the role of frailty and comorbidities in this setting.
The Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Economic Growth and R&D Spending in Czechia, Germany, and Poland
Authors: Kotorov Iouri , Krasylnykova Yuliya , Demel Jaroslav , Blaschke Petr
Published: March 2024

The article investigates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on economic growth, specifically focusing on research and development (R&D) expenditures in the Czech Republic, Germany, and Poland. The analysis spans the periods preceding, during, and following the pandemic. The central objective of the article is to examine whether the pandemic, considering the implemented restrictions and associated financial aid, influenced the economic growth trajectory and the allocation of resources to research and development in the aforementioned Central European countries. The research utilizes time series data from 2011 to 2022, sourced from Eurostat, to track the evolution of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross Expenditure on Research and Development (GERD). Key indicators under scrutiny included GDP, GERD, and R&D intensity – GERD as a percentage of GDP. A chain index was constructed to facilitate not only cross-country comparisons of these indicators but also an examination of year-to-year changes and an analysis of the growth rate of the GERD indicator. The research findings reveal that that COVID-19 really affected not only the development of the monitored economies but also the R&D area; however, it was not the same in all the monitored countries. The impact of the pandemic can be seen in the decline in GDP in all three countries in 2020, but GERD decreased in only two of them – the Czech Republic and Germany. Poland experienced a significant increase in research and development funding in real terms. Both indicators (GDP and GERD) immediately resumed their growth in 2021 in all analyzed countries. From that it can be concluded that the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the GDP and GERD of the Czech Republic, Germany and Poland was not of a long-term nature.
An In-Depth Analysis of Generation Z Selected Motives for Active Tiktok Usage
Authors: Zips Sebastian , Holendová Julie
Published: March 2024

A significant amount of the existing literature on the motives of Generation Z is rooted in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic, during which social restrictions played a crucial role in communication and interaction with friends and the world. However, since the pandemic is over now, there is a curiosity about the current motivations driving young people to use the TikTok platform. This study involved surveying over 200 participants in Germany and Kazakhstan within the specified age group to explore their motives for using the TikTok platform. The collected data underwent correlation and regression analysis to identify the primary motivators. For active usage, where participants engage in producing and uploading content, the primary motivations include expressing personal creativity, perceiving oneself as an influencer, and the need to try out new things. This research aims to provide contemporary insights into the evolving motivations of young individuals within the post-pandemic landscape.
Synchronous Online Flipped Learning Approach (SOFLA): The Flipped Classroom in On-Line Teaching of English Language in College
Authors: Havránková Tereza
Published: March 2024

The research study deals with the concept of flipped classroom teaching in an online environment. First, the Synchronous Online Flipped Learning Approach (SOFLA) framework is presented. It consists of eight steps that apply to both synchronous and asynchronous parts of the teaching process. The following part of the article reports the results of a questionnaire survey, which aimed to find out how university students perceive the SOFLA framework in English language teaching. The study found that students gave positive feedback for the parts that focused on group work and homework. Additionally, the synchronous part of the lesson was found to be effective in practicing new content and communication. The article adds to the empirical knowledge in the area of the online flipped classroom and describes a framework that educators can immediately implement in their online language courses.
New English Study Material for the Bachelor’s Degree Students of Biomedicine
Authors: Adámková Jana , Chudašová Gabriela
Published: March 2024

This article attempts to depict the development of the new English study material for bachelor’s degree students of Biomedicine at the Technical University of Ostrava (VŠBTUO). This material is being created in accordance with the new concept of teaching English at the Institute of Languages VŠB-TUO, which aims to reflect the needs of students of a given field, i.e. above all to build and extend their knowledge in the field of specific professional vocabulary and develop their listening and communication skills. Firstly, the article introduces briefly the institutional conditions and barriers that have influenced the choice, use and design of study materials used at the Institute of Languages of the VSB-TUO. Secondly, the overall structure of the material is dealt with. Thirdly, the criteria set for the material to be met including its technical features following from its electronic nature and interconnection with Learning Management System (LMS) are presented.
Professional Business German as One of the Key Competencies of University Graduates in the Cross-Border Region
Authors: Neumannová Helena
Published: March 2024

This review article presents a book published in 2021 by the publishing house Frank & Timme called: “Fachlich – Digital – Regional: Perspektiven auf das Sprachenlehren und – lernen” (editors Ines-Andrea Busch-Lauer & Julia Hartinger). The book is a collection of 17 articles focusing on professional language teaching at universities. The contributions relate to the digital conference, where the results of the cross-border project of two universities were presented, and where possible methodological-didactic solutions were outlined in the online teaching of (professional) language during the COVID-19 pandemic. The collection is divided into three parts, each covering a specific area. The first part is devoted to the teaching of professional language and the analysis of educational materials and formats for the concept of examination (Professional) The second part focuses on the use of digital media in teaching foreign languages (Digitally). The third part – as a result of a three-year project (Regionally) – concentrates on the creation of educational and teaching materials focused on the CzechSaxon border region.
Management Frameworks and Methods: Perspectives and Tools for Financial Service Professionals
Authors: Kline William A. , Brown Richard S. , Kuchimanchi Divya P
Published: March 2024

In this paper, we highlight theoretical frameworks and practical tools in the management literature, which offer valuable perspectives for financial service professionals. More specifically, we review the core logic related to the creation of competitive advantage, as well as the necessary foundations for the application of readily-available analytical tools such as data envelopment analysis (DEA). We then integrate these foundations with the financial services landscape so that financial service professionals can leverage their understanding in areas of stock selection, portfolio management, data analytics, and practice management.
Spend and Repeat! Young Adult’s Experiences with Buy Now Pay Later Services
Authors: Blue Levon , Coglan Louisa , Pham Thu , Lammer Imke , Menner Ryan , Lee Chrisann
Published: March 2024

Our study investigates the usage of Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) of young Australian adults (aged 18-25, n=308). We found females used BNPL instead of saving. Females exhibited a higher BNPL debt, but were less concerned about that debt compared with males. Self-reported financial literacy training was lower for females compared with males. Negative financial behaviours of both females and males, e.g. binge spending, were inconsistent with their long-term financial goals. We recommend that the relevance and effectiveness of financial literacy training for young adults addresses gender-specific BNPL behaviours and includes education on the psychology of overspending.
Research and Design of Planning Systems in the AORBCO Model
Authors: Feng Chongtian , Lu Liping , Gao Wuqi , Luo Junmin
Published: March 2024

Planning research in artificial intelligence began earlier, dating back to 1969, and the general problem solver (GPS) designed by Newell and Simon [1]. Since then, other researchers have also proposed other planners, such as QA3 system using theorem proving method to construct planning[2], Fikes and Nilsson designed STRIPS planning system [3], until today STRIPS planning method is still only a very important research method in the field of planning. After more than 50 years of research, there have been many intelligent planning methods such as graph planning method, probability planning, timing planning, heuristic planning and perceptual planning. Although the existing intelligent planning methods have been able to solve some problems, the existing planning mainly focuses on the design of the planning algorithm, and the manual analysis preprocessing workload is large. Research has pointed out that the new generation of intelligent planners should be knowledge-based development of knowledge-based planning systems is a meaningful work [4]. Therefore, by analyzing the existing intelligent planning methods and AORBCO model, this paper gives the definition of intelligent planning with self-consciousness, and proposes an intelligent planning method based on self-consciousness based on behavior control.
Research on Medical Dialogue Generation of External Knowledge
Authors: Liu Na , Su Xiaohui , Huang Feng
Published: March 2024

Nowadays, the technology of medical dialogue generation has gradually attracted the attention of more researchers, and the demand for landing has gradually increased. Therefore, building a medical dialogue system that can automatically reply is conducive to improving the efficiency of clinical consultation and reducing the burden on doctors. This paper uses the method of fusing external knowledge to build a dialogue generation model, which greatly enhance the accuracy of the model and ameliorates the disadvantages of classical construction methods. Based on the large-scale pre-training model method, the doctor’s response is generated by two-stage training, and the knowledge related to the medical background is added to generate the response that best fits the current context. In this paper, experiments were performed on the medical dialogue dataset KaMed and COVID-19, and the experimental data showed that compared with the traditional human-computer dialogue generation Seq2Seq model, the Perplexity value of this method decreased 1.91, compared with the VHRED model, B@1 value increased 0.3, and the B@2 value increased0.34, D@2 increased 2.14, it can be proved that the medical dialogue model proposed in this paper can provide doctors with response responses more effectively and enhance the accuracy of responses.