bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Study on Financial Parameters of Rice Bran Edible Oil Processing
Authors: Kabir M. , Umara U. , Alam M. M. , Saha C. K.
Published: July 2024

This study was undertaken to identify the automatic and semi-automatic rice mill by-products, the technological process of processing rice bran oil and to analyze the financial parameters of rice bran edible oil processing to investigate the ways and means for proper economic utilization of the milled rice by products, specially the bran. Two rice mills at Gouripur, Mymensingh and one rice bran oil mill at Sherpur were visited and interviewed with carefully designed survey questionnaire for identification of milled rice by products and assessing financial status of oil mill. This study identifies rice bran, husk and broken rice as by-products and whole rice as main product of automatic and semi-automatic rice mills. In processing rice bran, edible oil is produced as the main product and de-oil rice bran, free fatty acid, gum, wax, splint earth are also produced as by-products. De-oiled rice bran is used in fish feed and Poultry feed mill, free fatty acid gum and wax are used in soap factory and splint earth is used in brick field as fuel. In the year of 2011, the industry processed 49,500 tons rice bran, purchased from different rice mills. Total input cost of the industry was Tk. 11,32,88,628 including the cost of bran and chemical used. The total cost of processing operation was Tk. 28,98,38,952 and revenue was Tk. 1,48,63,32,396. The oil mill earned a net profit margin of Tk. 6,36,07,163 and value addition of products was Tk. 3,54,46,115 with a benefit-cost ratio of 1.1. There is a huge unmet market demand of the products of the rice bran edible oil mill in the country and there is abundant volume of supply rice bran from the existing automatic and semi-automatic rice mills. This is high time to establish new rice bran edible oil mills in the country to reduce dependency on imported edible oil and to save foreign currency.
Zero-Till Drill for Wheat Establishment and Comparison of Performance with Power Tiller Operated Seeder (PTOS) and Conventional Method
Authors: Ansari M. S. , Islam M. H. , Hossain M. M. , Ali M. R. , Hossain M. I.
Published: July 2024

A power tiller operated Zero-till drill had been developed in Wheat Research Centre (WRC), Dinajpur, Bangladesh with the assistance of CIMMYT. Performance of the Zero-till drill was evaluated at farmers’ field in Dinajpur area for the establishment of wheat after rice harvesting. Performance of the Zero-till drill was evaluated on the basis of seed rate, seed spacing, and depth of seeding, effective field capacity, fuel consumption, planting cost, yield, net saving and benefit cost ratio. For justification of suitability of Zero-till drill for the establishment of wheat, performance of the Zero-till drill was also compared with power tiller operated seeder (PTOS) and conventional method (broadcasting). Results showed that effective field capacity and fuel consumption rate of the Zero-till drill was 0.12 ha/hr and 1.5 lit/hr, respectively. During seed sowing 30 kg of seed per hectare was saved with Zero-tillage system. Zero-till drill also maintained uniform depth of seeding with better seed-soil contact. It was also observed that the number of effective tiller and effective spike were more in Zero-tillage system than in conventional method and wheat yield under Zero-tillage and PTOS planting methods were 6.5% and 13% higher than that under conventional method. Furthermore, wheat planted with Zero-till drill was less lodged compared to PTOS and conventional method. From economic view point, Zero-till drill was suitable for wheat establishment because it saved planting cost of Tk. 2585/ha which was 66% less expensive than conventional method and the benefit cost ratio (BCR) of the Zero-till drill was 2.0 indicating that Zero-till drill was profitable than PTOS (BCR = 1.88) and conventional method (BCR = 1.31).
Performance Evaluation of a Single Seeder Machine for Sowing Different Varieties of Seed
Authors: Rabbani M. A. , Chowdhury S. T. , Sarker T. R.
Published: July 2024

A manually operated push type seeder was tested in laboratory testing bed near the workshop of DFPM, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh. Seeds of different variety were sown by a single seeder changing its metering device. The seeder was calibrated in the lab to maintain the desired seed rate for maize, wheat, black gram and groundnut. In the laboratory test the effective field capacity, average distance of dropped seed and missing rate were found as 0.128 ha/hr, 22.5 cm, and 13.43%, for maize, 0.063 ha/hr, 28.5 cm, 19% for wheat, 0.053 ha/hr, 17 cm, 14.29% for black gram, 0.055 ha/hr, 17 cm and 17.86% for ground nut respectively. The field efficiency of the seeder was also quite satisfactory. Despite of comparatively high missing rate, the machine might be acceptable since it is easy to operate, simple in design and mechanism, light in weight, requires less labor and the most significant feature is using one seeder for different types of crop by adjusting the metering devices only. Modification of the seed metering devices could give better performance of the seeder.
Modelos GPT como Apoyo Tecnológico para Romper la Brecha Digital
Authors: López Eguiarte Abraham Israel , Ramírez Gallo Deniss Alberto , González González Priscila Sarahí , López Velarde Emmanuel Franco
Published: July 2024

La inteligencia artificial ha llegado para revolucionar la industria en su totalidad, permitiendo que los desarrolladores implementen herramientas tan poderosas como lo son los modelos transformadores generativos pre-entrenados (GPT) para crear funcionalidades totalmente innovadoras que benefician tanto a otros desarrolladores como a los usuarios comunes. No obstante, a pesar de que estas funcionalidades se crean y mejoran de forma bastante rápida, aún hay ciertas áreas que no se están tomando en cuenta y podrían presentar un avance gigantesco no solo en el área del desarrollo sino también en la industria en general. De este modo, a lo largo de este artículo analizaremos las capacidades que ofrecen los modelos GPT para la creación de asistentes virtuales y cómo estas ya no se limitan únicamente al apoyo para usuarios comunes sino cómo podría escalar hasta ofrecer apoyo a personas de la tercera edad y sobre todo a personas con limitaciones físicas, difuminando la brecha que existe entre la tecnología y este grupo de personas.
Characteristics of all organic redox flow battery (AORFB) active species TEMPO-methyl viologen at different electrolyte solution
Authors: Ariyanti Dessy , Purbasari Aprilina , Hapsari Farida Diyah , Saputra Erwan Adi , Hamzah Fazlena
Published: July 2024

The practice of using wind and solar energy to generate electricity represents a solution that would be beneficial for the environment and ought to be explored. However, in order to ensure users' stability and continuous access to electricity, the increasing usage of renewable energy needs to align with the advancement of energy storage technologies. Redox flow batteries, which use an organic solution as the electrolyte and a proton exchange membrane as an ion exchange layer, are currently the subject of extensive research as one of the alternative renewable energy storage systems with the benefit of a techno economy. This study investigated the solubility of organic solution, namely 2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidinyloxy or 2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidine 1-oxyl (TEMPO) and methyl viologen (MV) in various essential electrolyte solutions such as NaCl, KCl, KOH, and H2SO4 that can be used as electrolytes of all organic redox flow battery (AORFB) system to produce high energy density and charging and discharging capacity. The result shows the optimum condition for effective charge transfer in AORFB is TEMPO catholyte and MV anolytes in the 0.08 M H2SO4electrolyte solution. Additionally, a correlation between the acquisition of electrolyte solutions on TEMPO catalyst and MV anolytes was discovered by the data. Electrolyte solution can improve electrical conductivity in TEMPO solution, which in turn can improve the efficiency of AORFB charging and discharging. Contrarily, MV anolytes exhibit a different pattern where the addition of electrolyte solutions reduces their electrical conductivity. RFBs systems with the aforementioned catholyte and anolyte can be used to store solar energy with a maximum current of 0.6 A for 35 minutes. Storage effectiveness is characterized by a change in colour in the catholyte and anolyte. The findings firming the possibility of using AORFB as one of the alternative energy storage systems that can accommodate the intermittence of the renewable energy input resource.
Adaptation of climate change: Sustainable tourism development
Authors: Cemara Gita , Ismail Yunita
Published: July 2024

Background: Climate change refers to rapid changes of natural phenomena like weather patterns that are not caused by natural causes. Tourism sector shows its vulnerability to climate change remembering that this sector really depends on the climate condition. This paper aims to explore the vulnerability of tourism to climate change, tourism under climate change scenarios, and tourism adaptation to climate change using literature review method. This paper also includes the estimation on global impact of climate change tourism industry. Many researchers agreed that a solid framework needs to be established as an effort to adapt and mitigate climate change. One form of effort to achieve this is by environmental education, provision of loans, green tourism, eco-tourism, and environmental conservation projects. Nevertheless, this is not an all-fit in solutions, further research needs to be established to build a solid framework that involves all stakeholders. Methods: This paper is arranged using a literature review method sherached from many resources on the internet. The tourism vulnerability is really affected by climate change. Findings: This paper aims to explore vulnerability of tourism to climate change, tourism under climate change scenarios, and tourism adaptation to climate change. Conclusion: The tourism industry requires many sources of energy such as water, electricity, fossil fuel, etc., hence evaluating the system and framework is important to keep the sustainability and its resilience to climate change.
Tanggap darurat, rehabilitasi, dan rekonstruksi: Studi kasus gempa Cianjur
Authors: Ramada Andro
Published: July 2024

Natural disasters, such as earthquakes and flash floods, are unavoidable events that often have significant impacts on community life. In November 2022, a 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Cianjur, followed by a flash flood in March 2023. These two events caused extensive damage to infrastructure, housing, and the agricultural sector. Post-disaster recovery requires integrated efforts, including effective and sustainable community empowerment. The National Disaster Management Plan (RAN PB) 2020-2024 and the concepts of community empowerment from the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction and A Ladder of Citizen Participation serve as the foundation for disaster management in Cianjur. Through the integration of these concepts and methods, efforts such as infrastructure rehabilitation and reconstruction, economic capacity building, disaster preparedness training, establishment of communication forums, and monitoring and evaluation are undertaken to build community resilience. The implementation of community empowerment in the post-disaster phase involves the government, non-governmental organizations, and local communities. These steps are expected to help the people of Cianjur recover from the effects of disasters and build resilience for the future. The success of this program requires close cooperation, efficient coordination, capacity building for communities, and adequate resource allocation. By implementing effective and sustainable community empowerment programs, it is hoped that the people of Cianjur will have better resilience in facing future disasters.
Pentingnya inovasi kerja: Analisis hubungan perilaku pencarian informasi terhadap perilaku kerja inovatif di kalangan mahasiswa
Authors: Ramadhanti Alyah Fauziah , Etikariena Arum
Published: July 2024

Innovation is a crucial need for companies in the current era of globalization, and it is closely tied to the innovative behavior of employees. This innovative work behavior should ideally be cultivated during higher education or before entering the workforce. This research aims to examine the relationship between information-seeking behavior and innovative work behavior among students at the University of Indonesia, with a sample size of 539 students. The study utilizes a correlational approach, employing measurements of information-seeking behavior constructed by the researchers and the Innovative Work Behavior Scale developed by Etikariena & Muluk. Data from the study were then analyzed using Pearson's Correlation, Independent Sample T-Test, and One-way ANOVA. The research findings indicate a significant correlation between information-seeking behavior and innovative work behavior. Additionally, all six dimensions of information-seeking behavior—information needs, sources of information, information evaluation, information acquisition, information utilization, and information ethics—also show significant correlations with innovative work behavior. This research indicates the importance of developing innovative work behavior among students. Therefore, it is hoped that this study can serve as a reference for educators or universities in fostering information-seeking behavior that can cultivate innovative work behavior among students.
Restorasi terumbu karang: upaya mempertahankan kesehatan ekosistem laut
Authors: Sagala Donar sagala , Lisa Meidiyanti Lautetu  , M. Bayu Rizky Prayoga  , Rohadatul Aisy Afla
Published: July 2024

Coral reefs play a crucial role in marine ecosystems, yet their high vulnerability renders them susceptible to damage. The process of coral reef recovery is time-consuming and highly complex. Coral reef degradation can significantly degrade the quality of marine ecosystems. Coral reef restoration can be achieved through various physical and biological methods. This paper discusses various coral reef restoration efforts and identifies several key causes of coral reef ecosystem damage. With a deeper understanding of these issues, it is hoped that awareness and action can be enhanced to preserve and restore coral reef health for the sustainability of marine ecosystems.
Prevention of decreasing river water quality due to anthropogenic activities: A systematic review of water pollution on Cisadane River
Authors: Makarim Muhammad Nabil
Published: July 2024

The Cisadane River, which flows through the provinces of West Java and Banten, is severely contaminated as a result of numerous human activities, unregulated dumping of industrial and domestic waste, and growing urbanization and poor management. An important part of West Java's and Banten's overall river system is the Cisadane River Basin. An overview of the general state of Indonesia's rivers and the prevalent pollution, especially in the Cisadane River ecosystem, is provided in this review. The method used is a systematic literature review. Literature review involves collecting references from various books, documents, archives, and others related to the research focus. The data collection method in this study uses the systematic literature review (SLR) method. This review provides insights into the environmental conditions of the Cisadane River and general river conditions in Indonesia, as well as the pollution of pollutants that commonly occur in Indonesia. In summary, this review offers several important contributions by (a) identifying and discussing the characteristics of the Cisadane River and the general picture of rivers in Indonesia, (b) identifying and discussing pollutant pollution in detail from water quality parameters in relation to its physicochemical properties and its impact on water sources and usage, (c) identifying and discussing river water pollution control in Indonesia, focusing on the policies of applicable legal products, and finally, (d) suggesting directions for future research. Based on this review, policymakers can be influenced to develop sustainable strategies in preventing the decline in river water quality due to anthropogenic activities.
Dampak Alih Fungsi Lahan Pada Kualitas Oksigen di Indonesia (Studi Pada Rencana Pemindahan Ibu Kota Negara Indonesia)
Authors: Dzulfiqar Fakhri , Iriany Milda Restuti , Andini Syahirah Citra
Published: July 2024

Background: The planned land use conversion for the construction of the National Capital of Nusantara in East Kalimantan Province has a significant impact on the ecosystem and oxygen quality in Indonesia. Method: This study was conducted by conducting an in-depth literature review, valid government documents, and other scientific literature on the plan to relocate the Capital City. The results obtained were then analyzed qualitatively. Result: It is estimated that this change will result in the loss of approximately 66,146,494 tons of carbon reserves and approximately 176,611,138.98 tons of oxygen reserves. To avoid these negative impacts, it is important to maintain commitments to preserving forested areas and retaining at least 65% of the total area of the National Capital of Nusantara as forest. Planning and development also need to be carried out gradually and carefully, with replacement of lost vegetation. With these commitments, Zero Emission can be achieved.
Comparaison de la qualité physicochimique des eaux de puits et du robinet dans le village de Fintel Sombe (Diourbel)
Authors: NDIAYE,et al Sény
Published: July 2024

Drinking water is sometimes not available in rural areas of Senegal. It is in this context that this study was carried out. The aim was to study the physico-chemical quality of the different types of water consumed in the village of Fintel Sombe. The methodology consisted of first carrying out a survey and then collecting water. The survey showed that 55.56% of those questioned were women, and the majority (88.89%) drank well water. More than half (60%) considered the quality of tap water to be poor, based on organoleptic characteristics. The pH values are close to neutral (7.4 for tap water, between 6.4 and 6.8 for well water). The conductivity showed that the tap water was more mineralized than the well water. The chloride concentrations found in the tap water were lower than those found in the well water. Fluoride concentrations varied from 0.004mg/l (well) to 3.410mg/l (tap). Both well water and tap water contained relatively low concentrations of cations.
Women and Religious Moderation: Interpretation of Legal Behavior and Identity Politics
Authors: Rismawati Shinta Dewi , Rahmawati Rita , . Atikah , Suryani Irma , Thoha Silvia Milady Azkiya
Published: July 2024

This paper aims to identify the interpretation and legal behavior of women in actualizing their understanding of religious moderation and its implications for women's identity politics. The research method used is a qualitative research approach. The research locations are Pekalongan City, Salatiga City, and Palembang City with a total of 130 informants selected by random sampling. The results and analysis show: first, women's understanding of the four indicators national commitment, tolerance, anti-violence, and accommodative to local culture is very subjective and can be said to be good; second, women's legal behavior in religious moderation is quite diverse, namely: for national commitment it tends to be normal and legal, neutral, and pathological or illegal; for tolerance it tends to be normal and legal, neutral, even potentially pathological and illegal; for anti-violence it tends to be normal and legal and there is potential for pathological and illegal; and for accommodative to local culture their legal behavior tends to be neutral and ambiguous; and third, women's identity politics shows that the majority of them are moderate or in the middle. They accept the concept of religious moderation and most of them have implemented the concept of religious moderation in their lives within the community. However, there are also some informants who are still "trapped" in pseudo-identity politics based on the reasons for group and belief similarities.
The Role of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Disclosures in Influencing Investor Decisions: An Empirical Analysis of Corporate Reporting Practices
Authors: Sun Liuyu
Published: July 2024

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects are progressively crucial in influential investment strategies worldwide in each characteristic of modern finance. As markets evolve, combining ESG principles into investment decisions has become a significant theme, reflecting the rising responsiveness of sustainability's role in essential commercial practice and regulatory frameworks. In this experimental investigation, we intend to discover the function of ESG disclosures on investment decisions among individual stock market investors in China. The study intends to update regulatory frameworks and corporate practices in the direction of enhancing ESG integration in Chinese markets. We examined the influence of investment timeline, risk perception, and ESG disclosures on investment decisions. Data collection implicated a grouping of quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with 42 investors. Quantitative data were investigated utilizing Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) to establish the correlations among variables, while qualitative data considered insight into investors' perceptions and decision-making processes. The outcomes of significant investment timeline, risk perception, and investors’ attitudes to ESG disclosures demonstrate the importance of the intricate association of sequential consideration and risk attitude in influencing investment decisions. This technique includes considerate investor behaviour from the perspective of ESG integration, contribution implication for regulating frameworks, and business practices in improving environmental investment strategies in China.
The Integral Role of Artificial Intelligence in Shaping Corporate Governance in Iraq
Authors: Alkinani Hussein Jalal Mohammed , Aljabry Sajjad Raad Khalaf
Published: July 2024

History is full of examples of technological transformations changing how people do business. The Internet can be considered the latest example of how businesses have had to adapt to survive and thrive in the market. While the term artificial intelligence (AI) has been around since the 1950s, its relevance in corporate governance has been mostly ignored. While it is true that the current wave of development is not the first one, and it will certainly not be the last, there is no industry left untouched by AI. Be it healthcare, education, manufacturing, or e-governance, AI is making its impact felt across the globe.Existing research has shown that digital transformation is a difficult exercise for any business. The shift from old ways of doing things to technology-based solutions often faces a direct behavioural challenge from a company’s employees. Adopting AI into corporate governance can be considered one such digital transformation initiative. The literature review in this paper covers how digital transformation can take place in an organization's corporate governance function and various factors that need to be considered. Qualitative research methodology has been used to conduct research for this paper.The data collection method used is semi-structured interviews. A set of questions was prepared in advance so that the discussion did not deviate from the main theme. A total of twenty interviews were conducted for twenty participants. For data analysis, these participants were divided into three groups: AI experts who are currently working in the private sector, corporate professionals who are currently in senior managerial positions, and public servants employed by the government handling IT-related projects.The responses of the participants have been analysed and presented in this paper. This analysis reveals that there is cautious optimism shown by the participants with regard to integrating AI into corporate governance processes. They acknowledge benefits such as transparency, accountability, and fast and unbiased decision-making and, at the same time, point out concerns like a lack of regulations, misuse, ethical considerations, and unavailability of skilled workforce.
Government Political Communication in Improving the Quality of Generation Z Human Resources
Authors: Hkikmat Mahi Mamat
Published: July 2024

Human resources are an important element in management of state organizations. In fact, government prioritizing this program and at the same time making a message in government political communication, so that people have sufficient knowledge about it. This research reveals Government (Indonesian) Political Communication in Improving the Quality of Generation Z Human Resources. By using a mix method, a descriptive study was presented, a study of 2023 Government documents, observations on infrastructure and superstructure political communications, as well as distribution of questionnaires to 249 Generation Z, the following conclusions were obtained. The Government's program in 2023 prioritizes human resource development, specifically Generation Z through various statutory and regulatory policies; The Indonesian Government's political communication in improving the quality of Generation Z human resources more central to the Ministry of Education and Culture, dominantly using social media; Generation Z level of knowledge about Government Programs in Human Resource Development in digital era is high or 79.4 percent.
Implementation of the Angkola Culture-Based Experiential Learning Model in the Technological Era
Authors: Lubis Maulana Arafat , Setiawan Deny , Perangin-angin Reh Bungana Beru , Arifuddin Ahmad , Azizan Nashran
Published: July 2024

The learning system in Indonesia began to transform to technology due to the demands of the times. The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic is the reason for online learning. Technology-based learning is the prima donna today and is believed to be able to facilitate educators in transferring knowledge. This study aims to improve student learning outcomes (SLO) on Pancasila subjects and civic education. This study used Kurt Lewin's three-cycle model for the study Research findings show that in each cycle, SLO increases. SLO at pre-cycle was 35.71%. In cycle 1, there was an increase in SLO, namely by 50%. In cycle 2 SLO increased to 71.42%. In cycle 3, SLO increased to 92.85%. This increase in SLO is due to the integration of the EBA (Experiential Based Angkola) learning model with technology during learning.
Ethical Behavior, Management Support and Job Satisfaction: An Exploratory Study on SMEs in Indonesia
Authors: Taba Muhammad Idrus , Rahmawati Andi , Hakim Haeriah , Aryati Ana Sofiah , Hamid Nurdjanah , Nursyamsi Idayanti
Published: July 2024

Organizational ethics influence the formation of a good environmental atmosphere for all members of the organization. The application of ethics in the organization will be able to increase employee job satisfaction. This research aims to investigate the relationship between organizational ethics and job satisfaction in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Sulawesi. This study was analyzed using the multiple regression method by taking research objects from 350 SME actors in three districts, namely Gowa, Wajo and Tana Toraja in South Sulawesi. This study focused on three subjects of study, namely the climate of egoistic ethics, the climate of kindness ethics, and the climate of principled ethics. The results of the study found that there was no effect of business owner support for ethical behavior on job satisfaction. Individual efforts in finding suitability with the work environment create space so that the relationship does not show significant value. The ethical climate with job satisfaction shows a positive significance, but the egoistic ethical climate gets the lowest score. Conversely, a climate of kindness affects employee awareness, creating a sense of satisfaction. The ethical behavior of the company in career success has a significant and negative effect on job satisfaction. Career ethics that are valued or not appreciated, have the opposite effect on the level of job satisfaction. The research implies that the mapping of ethical values and satisfaction can take the form of a code of ethics in doing business that reflects employees'  ideas and organizational cultural values which can be taught in Business Ethics courses at all levels of higher education.
Determinants of the Profitability of Commercial and Islamic Insurance Companies in Iraq: An Applied Study (Workers in Iraqi and National Insurance Companies)
Authors: SALEH BOORAN FADHIL , Abida Montej
Published: July 2024

The profitability of insurance companies(commercial and Islamic) in Iraq, an analytical study Abstract The current research seeks to identify the profitability of insurance companies in Iraq, and in order to achieve the objectives of the current research, the researcher relied on the descriptive survey method through a sample of workers in insurance companies (national and Iraqi) amounting to (150) individuals according to a set of demographic variables, and in order to collect.The necessary data and information A questionnaire consisting of a number of paragraphs was designed to measure the profitability of insurance companies in Iraq. The researcher was keen to verify the basic statistical characteristics of the questionnaire before applying it to the research sample by verifying the validity and reliability of the questionnaire. After being satisfied with those characteristics, thequestionnaire was applied Based on the current research.
The Effectiveness of Positive Therapy on Fear of Intimacy and Suicidal Thoughts in Girls Experiencing Romantic Relationship Dissolution
Authors: Dehghan Sepideh , Shabani Minaroodi Roghayegh , Eslami Sajjad
Published: July 2024

Objective: The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of positive therapy on fear of intimacy and suicidal thoughts in girls experiencing romantic relationship dissolution. Methods: This semi-experimental study employed a pretest-posttest-follow-up design with a control group. The statistical population included 401 individuals who visited a counseling center in Tehran. From this population, 30 girls experiencing romantic relationship dissolution were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria and were randomly assigned to experimental and control groups, each consisting of 15 individuals. Data were collected using the Suicidal Ideation Questionnaire and the Fear of Intimacy Scale. The experimental group received 8 sessions of positive therapy, while the control group received no intervention. Data were analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) with SPSS.24 software. Findings: The results showed that positive therapy had a significant effect on reducing fear of intimacy (F=24.87, P<0.001) and suicidal thoughts (F=19.87, P<0.001) in girls experiencing romantic relationship dissolution. Conclusion: It can be concluded that positive therapy leads to a reduction in fear of intimacy and suicidal thoughts in girls experiencing romantic relationship dissolution and can be effective in reducing psychological problems in this population.
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Positive Psychotherapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy on Attachment Patterns, Communication Patterns, and Lifestyle of Incompatible Couples
Authors: Hojati Akram , Afsharinia Karim , Hosseini Saeedeh , Arefi Mokhtar
Published: July 2024

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of positive psychotherapy and emotion-focused therapy on attachment patterns, communication patterns, and lifestyle of incompatible couples who referred to counseling centers. Methods: This study is applied research in nature and quasi-experimental in execution, utilizing a pre-test and post-test design with a control group. The statistical population included all couples with incompatible spouses who referred to counseling centers (Behesht Counseling Center) in Isfahan in 2022. From this population, 45 individuals were selected using convenience and purposive sampling and divided into three groups: two experimental groups (each with 15 participants) and one control group (15 participants). The first experimental group underwent Goodwin's positive psychotherapy (2018) in ten sessions, and the second experimental group underwent Johnson's emotion-focused therapy (2006) in eight sessions. The questionnaires used in this study were Hazan and Shaver's Attachment Questionnaire (1987), Christensen and Sullaway's Communication Patterns Questionnaire (1984), and Miller-Smith's Lifestyle Questionnaire (2003). Findings: Using covariance analysis, the results indicated that, after controlling for pre-test levels, there were significant differences between the experimental and control groups of incompatible couples in terms of attachment patterns (secure, avoidant-insecure, and ambivalent-insecure), communication patterns (constructive mutual), communication pattern (demand/withdraw), communication pattern (avoidant), and lifestyle. The effect size was 0.48 for emotion-focused therapy. Similarly, significant differences were observed for positive psychotherapy with an effect size of 0.41. There was a significant difference in the effectiveness of positive psychotherapy and emotion-focused therapy on attachment patterns (secure, avoidant-insecure, and ambivalent-insecure). Conclusion: Overall, the results indicate that emotion-focused therapy has a greater impact on attachment patterns (secure, avoidant-insecure, and ambivalent-insecure) compared to positive psychotherapy. Significant differences were also observed in the impact on communication patterns (constructive mutual, demand/withdraw, and avoidant) and lifestyle, with emotion-focused therapy showing a greater effect.
Examining the Effectiveness of the Combined Eyberg Parent-Child Interaction Training and Personality-Centered Parenting on Internalizing and Externalizing Problems in Children Aged 7 to 10 Years
Authors: Eisazadeh Maryam , Karimzadeh Mansoureh , Ghorban Jahromi Reza , Dehghani Arani Fatemeh
Published: July 2024

Objective: This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of the combined Eyberg Parent-Child Interaction Training and personality-centered parenting on internalizing and externalizing problems in children aged 7 to 10 years. Methods: The research method was a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test control group. The research population included mothers of children aged 7 to 10 years in Tehran with internalizing and externalizing problems. From this population, 30 mothers were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to two equal groups (each group consisting of 15 participants). The experimental group received eight 90-minute online sessions of Eyberg Parent-Child Interaction Training and personality-centered parenting, while the control group received no intervention. For data analysis, first, descriptive information related to the research variables was provided. Findings: After confirming the assumptions for using covariance analysis, the hypothesis test results indicated that the combined intervention package of Eyberg Parent-Child Interaction and personality-centered parenting had an effect on internalizing and externalizing problems (p < .01). Comparison of the effect sizes obtained showed that the intervention package had the most significant impact on four components (aggression, thought problems, somatic complaints, and anxiety/depression) out of a total of eight behavioral problem components (p < .01). The effect size (eta coefficient) demonstrates the intervention's impact on the dependent variables. Comparison of the effect sizes showed that the intervention package had the greatest impact on anxiety/depression with an eta coefficient of 0.511, followed by thought problems with an eta coefficient of 0.443, aggression with an eta coefficient of 0.385, and somatic complaints with an eta coefficient of 0.351. Conclusion: The findings indicated that parental training led to a reduction in children's internalizing and externalizing problems. The results suggest that prioritizing and examining parenting styles should be considered the first line of treatment, as children learn how to interact with others within the family, and family experiences serve as models for their future social relationships.
Identifying and Ranking of Features and Characteristics of Online Consultation Pages and Virtual Prescription Applications with a Focus on Nutrition and Exercise
Authors: Abbasnezhad Mohammad , irandoust khadijeh , Hashemi Seyed Abbas
Published: July 2024

The objective of this study was to systematically assess and rank the features and characteristics of online consultation pages and virtual prescription applications, with a particular focus on their offerings in nutrition and exercise. The study aimed to identify which attributes of these digital health solutions most significantly influence user engagement and satisfaction, thereby guiding the optimization of such platforms for improved health management. Utilizing a qualitative research design, this study combined semi-structured interviews with 40 participants and a thorough review of 102 Instagram pages and applications related to nutrition and exercise. Participants comprised a diverse group including page users and academic experts. The data collection focused on aspects such as the presence and quality of workout and nutrition plans, availability of physical consultation options, and the involvement of recognized experts in the field. Data analysis involved coding and thematic analysis to identify and rank the key features and characteristics deemed most valuable by users. The analysis revealed a preference for online platforms that facilitate effective and direct communication with users, offering diversified content across different sports disciplines and providing services tailored to the specific needs of men and women. The inclusion of specialized teamwork, featuring collaboration among healthcare professionals, also emerged as a critical aspect. These preferences underscore the importance of personalization, interactivity, and credibility in digital health solutions catering to nutrition and exercise. This study highlights the essential features that digital health platforms should embody to enhance the management of non-communicable diseases and promote overall wellness through nutrition and exercise. The findings emphasize the necessity for digital solutions to prioritize user-centric communication, offer varied and personalized content, and engage multidisciplinary experts to meet user needs effectively.
Investigating the Factors Influencing Effective Teaching Dimensions in Iraqi Art Education
Authors: Habeeb Shaalan Alkhafaji Dhafer , Mosavi Faranak , Jasim Rashid Almamori Khudhair , Karimi Fariba
Published: July 2024

This study examines the factors influencing the dimensions of effective teaching in Iraqi art education. This research is applied-developmental in nature and is a non-experimental (descriptive) study in terms of data collection method. The population of the study includes all art teachers in Iraq. The sample size was estimated to be 384 using Cochran's formula. Data analysis was performed using SPSS and Smart PLS statistical software. The findings indicated that the effectiveness of art teaching, the role of art in society, and educational infrastructure influence educational policy. Additionally, teaching style influenced the effectiveness of art teaching, educational policy was impactful in formulating an art course charter, and finally, factors related to the teacher and curriculum content were influential on the effectiveness of art teaching.
Modeling the National Pattern of Sports Development in Iranian Families
Authors: Besharati Holasoo Meysam , Naderinasab Mahdi , Ramezaninejad Rahim
Published: July 2024

The aim of the present study was to provide a model for analyzing and managing the development of family sports in Iran. The research method was a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative research. In the qualitative section, an exploratory and systematic approach was used. The qualitative population included two parts: the human community (managers, professors, coaches, etc.) and the informational community (books, articles, documents, media, etc.). Sampling was done based on theoretical saturation through purposive sampling (19 individuals and 84 documents). In the quantitative section, a questionnaire was distributed and collected among the human community through purposive and convenient sampling (215 individuals). The research tools included a library study and structured exploratory interviews in the qualitative section, and a questionnaire in the quantitative section. The validity of the qualitative tools was assessed and confirmed based on the legal and scientific credibility of the statistical sample, expert opinions, and the agreement coefficient between coding evaluators. In the quantitative section, content validity and model fit indices were used. For data analysis, multi-stage coding and a systematic analysis approach were employed in the qualitative section, and structural equation modeling in SmartPLS software was used in the quantitative section. The identified research framework in the qualitative section included four general perspectives: family capacities for sports participation (5 dimensions and 16 components), ecosystem capacities for family sports development (5 dimensions and 20 components), mechanisms of family sports participation (6 dimensions and 26 components), and outcomes of family sports participation development (4 dimensions and 17 components). The nature of the relationships between variables in the model was determined based on causal relationships and systematic analysis. Additionally, challenges and strategies for family sports development were determined according to the model framework. It can be said that the development of family sports emerges from the systematic interaction and integration of the components of the two perspectives: family and ecosystem, in the process of sports participation. The ultimate goal is to achieve sustainable development of civic sports and social health centered around the family institution.
Predicting Stock Prices Using Data Mining Algorithms in the Stock Market of Iran
Authors: Reyhani Nezhad Alla Mohammad , Ghane Saied , Salehi Allah Karam
Published: July 2024

Given the role of the stock market in financial markets, the role of the stock market in the overall financial market is essential. How to predict the actual revenue of transactions and maximize benefits in the trading process has been an issue that researchers and financial experts have long investigated. Deep learning networks can extract features from a large amount of raw data, which has potential advantages for stock market prediction. One of the main advantages of the LSTM neural network is that it can extract features from a large amount of raw data without relying on the predictors' prior knowledge. This makes deep learning particularly suitable for stock market prediction. In stock market forecasting, many factors influence stock prices in complex and nonlinear ways. If there are factors with predictable evidence, these factors can be used as part of the deep learning input data to determine the relationship between these factors and stock prices. Stock return prediction is performed by simulation in MATLAB software with LSTM using GA and PSO algorithms. As a result, stock returns are somewhat predictable, and the initial input level consists of lagged stock returns. The data is presented, and an LSTM neural network is built to predict future stock returns.
Chatbots as Classroom Assistants: A Qualitative Study on Teachers' Perspectives
Authors: Mashinchi Ali Asghar
Published: July 2024

This study aims to explore teachers' perspectives on the integration of chatbots as classroom assistants, focusing on identifying the perceived benefits, challenges, and the broader implications of chatbot use in educational settings. It seeks to contribute to the understanding of how chatbots can be effectively integrated into teaching and learning processes, and what factors influence their acceptance and utility from the viewpoint of educators. A qualitative research design was employed, utilizing semi-structured interviews with 22 teachers who have experience with or interest in using technology in their teaching practices. Participants were selected from a range of educational levels and disciplines to ensure diverse perspectives. The interviews were transcribed verbatim, and thematic analysis was conducted to identify recurring themes and concepts related to the use of chatbots in education. The analysis revealed five main themes: Perceived Benefits, Challenges and Concerns, Implementation Strategies, Technological Integration, and Teacher and Student Roles. Perceived benefits included enhanced student engagement, administrative efficiency, and pedagogical support. Challenges and concerns encompassed technical issues, pedagogical effectiveness, and emotional and social impacts. Implementation strategies highlighted the importance of curriculum integration, professional development, and technical support. The role of technological integration was discussed in terms of enhanced learning tools, while teacher and student roles focused on evolving educational dynamics and autonomy. The study concludes that while chatbots hold significant potential to enhance educational experiences, their integration into classrooms must be navigated with an understanding of the associated challenges and concerns. Effective implementation requires addressing technical reliability, ensuring pedagogical soundness, and considering the emotional and social implications of technology-mediated education. The study underscores the importance of a collaborative approach to chatbot integration, involving educators, students, and developers, to maximize the educational benefits of this technology.