bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Manajemen Talenta, Manajemen Pengetahuan, dan Prestasi Kerja Terhadap Pengembangan Karir Pegawai
Authors: Fatikhah Ainun Ni'mah , Andriani Dewi
Published: February 2024

Dalam pengembangan karir pegawai tentunya memerlukan kesempatan untuk dipromosikan jabatan yang berguna untuk meningkatkan jenjang karir dimasa yang akan datang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh manajemen talenta, manajemen pengetahuan, dan prestasi kerja terhadap pengembangan karir pegawai. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif, pendekatan kausalitas. Menggunakan teknik simple random sampling, dengan pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui kuisioner yang dibagikan kepada pegawai dari berbagai divisi. Populasi yang digunakan 150 pegawai, dan sampel 109 responden. Hasil analisis data penelitian menunjukkan bahwa manajemen talenta berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap pengembangan karir pegawai, selain itu manajemen pengetahuan juga terbukti berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap pengembangan karir pegawai, dan prestasi kerja terbukti berpengaruh signifikan terhadap pengembangan karir pegawai. Dari hasil penelitian ini terbukti penting bagi PT Kereta Api Indonesia Daop 8 Surabaya dalam upaya meningkatkan pengembangan karir pegawai yang  berkualitas.
Kata Kunci : Manajemen Talenta, Manajemen Pengetahuan, Prestasi Kerja, Pengembangan Karir Pegawai.
Treatment and Clinical Study of Hypertensive Patients
Authors: Zhang Xiangyi
Published: February 2024

Objective: This study aims to investigate the treatment and clinical effect of hypertensive patients, and to compare the differences between personalized treatment and conventional treatment. Methods: 100 hypertensive patients from August 2022 to April 2023 were randomly sampled and equally divided into observation and control groups. The control group received traditional conventional therapy, and the observation group received personalized treatment. Statistical analysis of the data was performed using SPSS22.0. Results: The observation group showed advantages in drug use, changes in blood pressure level, incidence of drug side effects, mood control and medication compliance. The medication effect in the observation group was significantly better than the control group, with a large reduction in blood pressure levels and a relatively low incidence of drug side effects. Emotional control rate and medication compliance were also higher in the observation group. Conclusion: Personalized treatment is important for hypertensive patients. Through the individualized treatment plan, the treatment effect and the quality of life of the patients can be effectively improved. Therefore, in the treatment of hypertension, the individual differences of patients should be fully considered, and personalized treatment plans should be developed to achieve better treatment results.
Development of a methodology for asset integrity management in Universities and Research Centers
Authors: Oliveira Rodrigo Suzano de
Published: February 2024

This article describes the application of a differentiated methodology that I developed to enhance and facilitate asset management work in renowned universities and research centers. Frequently, important scientific studies and research are interrupted or wasted due to unexpected failures in equipment and infrastructure systems provided by universities and research centers for researchers’ use. To address this issue, this methodology incorporates structured concepts and practices commonly employed in the field of asset integrity. These are uniquely integrated into comprehensive engineering assessment reports developed over several years during my fieldwork in various countries. This integration occurs within a computerized maintenance management system. The ultimate goal of this process is to maximize the reliability and performance of critical systems and equipment used in the infrastructure and conduct of highly relevant research at the national and international levels. Through case studies conducted at two major universities in the United States, the efficiency of this innovative methodology was analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. As presented in this article, the main results obtained include a reduction in the number of unplanned repairs or shutdowns, improved quality and efficiency of maintenance programs, increased reliability and lifespan of critical research equipment and systems, an increase in the number of assets with an appropriate maintenance plan, and the enhancement of computerized maintenance management systems used by these institutions. These results translate into faster completion of scientific studies and research with more reliable data.
The invalidity of the wills for lack of suitability of the witnesses. (testaments granted until september 13, 1995)
Authors: Sánchez Castellanos Abelardo
Published: February 2024

The Civil Code of the State of Jalisco until 1995 provided for the need for the appearance of three witnesses to the granting of an open public testament (Will); the failure of the witness presen-tation or their suitability was a cause for the probate provision to be null the testa-ment. From the Civil Code which entered into force in September 1995, the legisla-ture abolished the witness requirement, because its presence was not indispens-able, since the notary’s public faith was sufficient, moreover, that many times, death occurred, witnesses were solemni-
ty of the content of the will or the abil-ity of the testator, which created legal uncertainty. Thus, a will granted before September 1995 should not be nullified, even if no suitable witnesses were pre-sented, since the requirement has been abolished.
Education from the private service.Delivery of Education by Particulars
Authors: Salazar Rodríguez Carmen
Published: February 2024

.With the purpose of analyzing the participation’s legitimacy of the par-ticulars as the State’s adjuvants to guar-antee the human right for education, it is studied the existence of this private ser-vice within the nacional right’s context in agreement with the international right from Human Rights, regulations that al-together contain the right to education’s juridical frame and the provision of ed-ucational public service in public and private fields, leading private institutions to make an educational offer, as long as they are aware of the provided restric-tion laws. The purpose of this article is to demonstrate through an analysis from the importance of the national and inter-national regulation of the private service as a proposal of education, that parents or tutors and adults can freely choose, according to their interests, necessities 
and economical possibilities and clearly prioritizing individual freedom and it’s dignity, to demand educational institu-tions for quality education
Los Desafíos del Principio de Universalidad de los Derechos Humanos en el Siglo XXI.
Authors: Corona Macias Luis Antonio , López Aceves Elba Tatiana
Published: February 2024

En la actualidad uno de los problemas más relevantes a los que se enfrentan los derechos humanos involucra el principio de universalidad que reviste a todos estos, ya que el mismo se enfrenta de forma directa con tres grandes desafíos que han impedido que podamos afirmar que los derechos humanos son efectivamente universales y los cuales son el auge del sentimiento nacionalista, falta de articulación de los ordenamientos jurídicos nacionales e internacionales y la inexistencia del diálogo entre los tribunales locales y los supranacionales.
EXPLORING THE VIEWS OF MALAYSIAN HOTELIERS ABOUT SURVIVAL DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Tay Kai Xin , Nordin Nur Hidayah , Lim Le Xian
Published: February 2024

The sudden new crown pneumonia epidemic has had a huge impact on tourism, as well as hospitality industry in Malaysia. This paper analyses the views and reaction in crisis management practices pursued by hotel managers for business survival during the COVID-19 pandemic. To do so, in-depth interviews were carried out on the managers of Malaysian hotels (five managers from 3-star hotels, and four managers from 5-star hotels). The results indicated that the labour actions (e.g., unpaid leave, salary cut and layoff) were the first and most favour by hotels to respond to the COVID-19. However, it causes the shortage of manpower when the hospitality industry resumes back at the recent stage. This is one of the main challenges faced by hoteliers. Digital marketing and promotion were another strategy implemented by hotels to increase occupancy rate during the pandemic. In addition, views on government supports to the hotels during the pandemic were also identified.
REVISITING WEAK-FORM EFFICIENCY OF MAJOR SECTORS OF MALAYSIA DURING THE COVID-19 PERIOD
Authors: Munir Qaiser , Kok Sook Ching
Published: February 2024

There are plenty of literature on the efficient market hypothesis (EMH) especially for a stock market, but relatively fewer studies for across sectors. We look into the weak-form informational efficiency for twelve sectors in the Malaysia’s stock exchange, i.e. Consumer Products & Services (KLCSU), Construction (KLCON), Energy (KLENG), Financial Services (KLFIN), Health Care (KLHEAL), Industrial Products & Services (KLPRO), Property (KLPRP), Plantation (KLPLN),  Transportation & Logistics (KLTRAN), Telecommunications & Media (KLTEL), Utilities (KLUTL), and Technology (KLTEC) during the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. We use QTEST (without trend) and TQTEST (with trend) which incorporate two structural breaks to carry out the analysis. Data are collected from 1/1/2020 through 31/3/2022. These indices show non-linearity and structural breaks in data. The findings of our study suggest mixed results in regard to informational efficiency when breaks are taken. Four indices, i.e. KLCON, KLFIN, KLPRP, and KLUTL are found to be inefficient while the remaining eight sectors are found to be efficient. Investors can predict the movements of stocks in the inefficient indices and are able to gain abnormal returns from these stocks. Policymakers may encourage investors to have more trades; so that to make the market more efficient by gradually eliminating the opportunities on earning abnormal returns.
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION IN MALAYSIA: INTERNATIONAL LEGAL INSTRUMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS UNDER NATIONAL LAW
Authors: Abdul Hadi Khairul Anuar , Abdul Rahman Rohana , Ayub Zainal Amin
Published: February 2024

The acceptance of Freedom of Information (FOI) as a fundamental mechanism for enhancing accountability and transparency in the public sector is widely recognized. Numerous international legal instruments (Conventions) have advocated for the establishment and enforcement of legal frameworks pertaining to the FOI. The FOI legislation serves two essential functions, namely enhancing democratic engagement and mitigating corruption within the public sphere. Despite the acceptability of FOI on the global stage, Malaysia lacks a comprehensive legal framework to address the right to access information, except for Selangor and Penang. Additionally, there are various national legislations that hinder the exercise of FOI. This article’s objective is to examine the use of the FOI concept within the framework of international legal instruments as well as the challenges posed by Malaysian national laws that impose limitations on its implementation. The objective is achieved by employing a doctrinal methodology that incorporates international legal instruments as well as Malaysia’s legislations (Constitution, Acts and Enactments) pertaining to the FOI. The findings show the restrictions under national law make it difficult to implement FOI legal regimes in Malaysia. This paper argues that implementing FOI can only be materialized through a comprehensive review of existing laws and administrative structure reform by adapting universal standards on FOI as stated under international legal instruments. This article serves as guidelines for policymakers intending to address FOI as the anti-corruption mechanism in public sectors. Moreover, recommendations are made for the implementation of FOI into Malaysia’s domestic laws.
COMPULSORY VACCINATION OF COVID-19: A DILEMMA BETWEEN ENSURING PUBLIC HEALTH AND RESPECTING INDIVIDUAL FREEDOM
Authors: Bashar Zahirul , Mahboob Sabrina Mahisha
Published: February 2024

In recent years, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has suffered and undergone a radical transformation. At the beginning of 2020, the world was at the mercy of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a ray of hope shone upon the world with the development of COVID-19 vaccination. Even though everyone needs to get vaccinated, it prompts a question about whether people can be forced to get vaccinated or if they should be able to choose for themselves. A welfare state must protect its citizens’ health. Despite this, citizens have reasons to be vaccinated against the virus. This paper discusses the abovementioned issue by analyzing judicial decisions, international legal instruments and contemporary data on pandemic situations. This study aimed to address the dilemma of mandatory vaccination and the independence of those who choose to vaccinate. The study revealed that a state can impose mandatory vaccination in certain situations, subject to legal and practical constraints. In contrast, individual freedom is always respected because human rights are vested in international and domestic law. While enforcing vaccination policies, an equitable balance between an authoritarian measure to protect public health and granting an exception to specific individuals, as well as honouring human rights, is the paramount approach.
Analisis Kecelakaan Kerja Menggunakan HIRARC dan SCAT di PT Alkan Chemical Indonesia
Authors: Wardani Tanti , Nurwathi Nurwathi
Published: February 2024

Industri kimia di Indonesia sedang mengalami pertumbuhan yang pesat, sejalan dengan perkembangan industri secara keseluruhan. PT Alkan Chemical Indonesia adalah perusahaan kimia yang memproduksi dan mendistribusikan beragam jenis bahan kimia. Permasalahan saat ini, perusahaan adanya kecelakaan kerja yang mengakibatkan cedera kulit pada pekerja selama proses produksi. Kejadian ini disebabkan oleh kelalaian pekerja dan kurangnya penerapan sistem manajemen keselamatan kesehatan kerja yang efektif. Menghindari kecelakaan dan mengurangi risiko, diperlukan langkah-langkah keselamatan kesehatan kerja yang terencana dengan baik, termasuk identifikasi bahaya, penilaian risiko, dan pengendalian risiko dan akar penyebab dari permasalahan yang ada di perusahaan. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa dari semua kegiatan dan bahaya perilaku tidak aman dalam persentase sebesar 80% termasuk kedalam kategori Low Risk, dan 20% termasuk kedalam Medium Risk.
Hubungan Pemahaman Tentang Bioteknologi Dengan Strategi Coping Stress Mahasiswa Tadris Biologi IAIN Kerinci Dalam Menerima Vaksin Covid-19
Authors: Permata Sari Silvia , Ferry Dharma , Sastria Emayulia
Published: February 2024

The government's plan to vaccinate the Indonesian population for Covid-19 has encountered obstacles due to the emergence of hoaxes regarding the Covid-19 vaccine. Several students of Biology Department of  IAIN Kerinci who have contracted biotechnology courses, that some of these students have not dared to be vaccinated against Covid-19 because they were affected by the Covid-19 vaccine hoax. The research was conducted on students who had contracted biotechnology courses at the Biology Department of IAIN Kerinci, using quantitative methods and correlational approaches. From the results of the study, it was found that the level of understanding of students' biotechnology was in a low category, namely 42.85% with a frequency of 27 respondents. Meanwhile, students' stress coping strategies in receiving the Covid-19 vaccine were in the high category, namely 84.12% with a frequency of 53 respondents. The results of the correlation analysis show a significance value of 0.007 and it means that there is a relationship between the two variables in this study, but the interpretation of the correlation is categorized as low with a correlation coefficient value of 0.335. This means that increasing understanding of biotechnology will affect the improvement of students' stress coping strategies in receiving the Covid-19 vaccine.
Pengembangan Media (TPQ) Tangga Pintar QR Code dengan Nilai Keislaman Materi Jaringan Tumbuhan di Tingkat SMA/MA
Authors: Rinduwan Venty Zuslia , Fikri Achmad Ali
Published: February 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengembangkan media (TPQ) tangga pintar QR code dengan nilai keislaman dan mengetahui kelayakan terhadap pengembangan media TPQ dengan nilai keislaman materi jaringan tumbuhan di tingkat SMA/MA. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan R&D dengan model pengembangan 4D, diuji cobakan di MA NU Hasyim Asy’ari 2 Kudus dengan subjek penelitian sebanyak 29 siswa dari kelas XI MIPA dan XI MIPA Tahfidz MA NU Hasyim Asy’ari 2 Kudus yang telah mendapatkan materi jaringan tumbuhan. Pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan angket validasi ahli serta hasil uji coba media pengembangan. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik probability sampling dengan cluster random, dianalisis menggunakan analisis rumus persentase dari Nawal Sartika Sari dan analisis rasch model. Hasil penelitian pengembangan ini adalah penilaian validasi ahli media mendapatkan skor 88,64% masuk pada kategori “Sangat valid”. Pada ahli materi mendapatkan skor 93,75% masuk pada kategori “Sangat valid”. Ahli evaluasi mendapatkan hasil layak digunakan untuk pembelajaran. Pada analisis penilaian guru mendapatkan skor 94,43% masuk pada kategori “Sangat praktis”. Pada analisis penilaian siswa mendapatkan skor 69,38% menunjukkan kategori “Praktis”.
Potensi Senyawa Antioksidan Yang Terkandung Dalam Kayu Secang (Caesalpinia sappan) Untuk Perawatan Kulit Alami
Authors: Faizah Ulinnuha Nur , Maula Nida Ni’matul , Mustika Rifqi Anjar , Wahyuni Sri
Published: February 2024

Pohon secang (Caesalpinia sappan L.) umumnya digunakan untuk obat tradisional guna mengobati banyak sekali penyakit. Secang mengandung senyawa fenolik misalnya asam gallat, brazilin dan brazilein. Seperti yang diketahui bahwa senyawa fenolik ini mempunyai kandungan antioksidan yang sangat tinggi. Masyarakat umumnya memanfaatkan tanaman secang (Caesalpinia sappan L.) sebagai obat herbal terutama bagian kayunya. Antioksidan yang terkandung dalam kayu secang (Caesalpinia sappan L.) bisa dipakai guna mencegah penuaan dini dalam kulit serta mencegah radikal bebas. Dibandingkan dengan menggunakan bahan kimia, bahan alami bisa memproduksi endapan yang lebih gampang terdegradasi dan meminimalkan pengaruh samping. Alhasil, secang mempunyai potensi sebagai minuman herbal obat terutama bagi kesehatan kulit. Tujuan penelitian ini merupakan guna mengetahui potensi senyawa antioksidan dalam pada kayu secang (Caesalpinia sappan L.) yang menjadi alternatif perawatan kulit alami. Metode yang dipakai berupa studi literatur. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan potensi senyawa antioksidan yang terkandung dalam kayu secang (Caesalpinia sappan L.) bisa dipakai sebagai alternatif perawatan kulit alami yaitu bisa mencegah terjadinya radikal bebas, mengobati jerawat, mencegah penuaan dini, mencerahkan kulit, sampai mencegah tumbuhnya sel kanker dalam kulit
How bottlenecks shape adaptive potential: from theory and microbiology to conservation biology
Authors: Gamblin Jasmine , Marrec Loïc , Olazcuaga Laure
Published: February 2024

Wild populations frequently undergo demographic changes that can destabilize their persistence and, thus, the equilibrium of ecosystems. For instance, habitat loss due to human activities leads to a drastic population size reduction, a process called a bottleneck. By reducing genetic diversity, a bottleneck may prevent a population from adapting to subsequent environmental changes. In the context of climate change, it is crucial to accurately predict how populations evolve after a bottleneck and how it affects their persistence. Mathematical models have provided valuable insights into the impact of bottlenecks on adaptive potential of populations. However, their application to wild populations requires further improvement. Empirical testing of these theoretical predictions is mainly conducted using microbial populations. Thus, it remains unclear what the implications of the results are at the macroscopic scale, although this information is crucial for conservation biology. Here, we aim to determine the extent to which the knowledge acquired through evolutionary theory and experimental microbiology can be applied to wild populations. To achieve this, we address the following questions: (i) What do theory and microbiology experiments tell us about the influence of bottlenecks on the ability of populations to adapt to future environmental changes? (ii) Can these theoretical predictions be applied to wild populations? and (iii) What is missing to better predict the evolution of wild populations after a bottleneck? We analyze how the four main evolutionary processes (mutation, genetic drift, natural selection, and gene flow) influence the outcome of a bottlenecked population. By linking theory, microbial experiments, and empirical studies on natural populations, we identify research directions that could help improve the management of bottlenecked populations and plead for increased communication between these fields.
Adult telomere length is positively correlated with survival and lifetime reproductive success in a wild passerine
Authors: Chik Heung Ying Janet , Mannarelli Maria-Elena , dos Remedios Natalie , Simons Mirre , Burke Terry , Schroeder Julia , Dugdale Hannah
Published: February 2024

Explaining variation in individual fitness is a key goal in evolutionary biology. Recently, telomeres, repeating DNA sequences capping the ends of chromosomes, have gained attention as a biomarker for body state, individual quality, and ageing. However, existing research has provided mixed evidence for whether telomere length correlates with fitness components, including survival and reproductive output. Moreover, few studies have examined how telomere shortening correlates with fitness in wild populations. Here, we intensively monitored an insular population of house sparrows on Lundy Island, UK, and collected longitudinal telomere and life history data spanning 16 years from 1,225 individuals. We tested whether telomere length and/or shortening predict fitness measures, namely survival, lifespan, as well as annual and lifetime reproductive success. Telomere length positively predicted immediate survival up to one year after measurement, independent of age, but did not predict lifespan, suggesting either a diminishing telomere length – survival correlation with age, or other extrinsic factors of mortality. The positive effect of telomere length on survival translated to reproductive benefits, as birds with longer telomeres produced more genetic recruits over their lifetime, but not annually, suggesting variation in individual quality. The rate of telomere shortening, however, correlated with neither lifespan nor lifetime reproductive success. Our results provided further evidence that telomere length correlates with fitness, and they contributed to our understanding of how telomere dynamics link with individual quality.
The Innate Journey of Knowing God and His Graces in Hayy Ibn Yaqzan’s Novel
Authors: Ahmed Sabeeh Khalaf
Published: February 2024

The innate journey of knowing God is through the mind itself, without the help of any other human being. This study examines the innate journey of knowing God and His graces through an analysis of the novel Hayy Ibn Yaqzan by Ibn Tufail. This fact can be seen in how the novel’s character, Ibn Yaqzan, is able to distinguish himself from the natural animal existence surrounding him, whereby his levels of awareness rise from sensory perception through contacting and dealing with things to mental awareness through mental consideration. According to this concept, in this case, we find a person who is not connected to society and does not grow up in a social environment. The development and improvement of Ibn Yaqzan’s mind and his senses, the improvement of his methods in dealing with others, and his acquiring civilised and cultural characteristics show that he is a primitive person who has not reached a stage of complete humanity. The main hypothesis of this research paper is that anyone can discover God by himself/herself and that the human soul has the ability to realise its value and develop an awareness of its difference and distinction. It demonstrates that solitude is required for the exercise of this awareness. Moreover, it shows that man is capable of acquiring all human virtues without necessarily being a part of society.
A Historical-critical Study of the First Latin Translation of the Holy Quran
Authors: Abdul Muttalib Fuad , Hawamdeh Mohammad Amin , Al-Yousuf Haitham , Mansour Ashraf Waleed
Published: February 2024

The Benedictine abbot Peter the Venerable started an effort to study the Holy Quran in the years 1141 and 1142 when he was staying at the Abbey of Cluny. Robert of Ketton was one of the groups he assembled to translate the Islamic scripture. The goal of this campaign was to introduce Islam, which by that time had become a significant political force, to Western Christians. The ultimate objective was to aid missionaries who were trying to convert the people in areas that Christians had recaptured. Based on predetermined goals and duties, the translation was pursued. This essay seeks to shed light on the details of this translation, one of the first in Europe, which was done by individuals with little to no knowledge of Islam, misinterpreting the identities and attitudes of its adherents and acting on false ideological assumptions in order to further their own and their sponsors’ goals. A descriptive critical review is used in this work to illuminate the historical background that contributes to the understanding of the underlying problem. We take into account several viewpoints, most notably James Kritzeck’s, whose critiques aid in clarifying the translation process, and strive to reach a fair conclusion regarding it. Analyzing the translation alone, from a linguistic and cultural perspective, is another important consideration. By providing a critical-historical analysis of the setting, this initiative hopes to make translators and other interested parties aware of the project’s limitations. We defer verification and responses to subject-matter specialists since understanding the goals of this complex endeavor takes specialized knowledge, sufficient time, and consistent effort.
Diverse Manifestations Yet Shared Essence: Resistance in Chinua Achebe's Anthills of the Savannah
Authors: Almwajeh Motasim
Published: February 2024

This paper foregrounds and engages with the various forms of resistance and the historical and vocal complexities permeating Chinua Achebe’s Anthills of the Savannah (1987). It explores the paradoxical nature of inclusivity, wherein a seemingly inclusive voice can inadvertently repress and exclude other perspectives. Therefore, it portrays a narrative that explores a transcendence of classical and patriarchal constraints, incorporating elements of cultural and ecological challenges throughout several time periods. The novel incorporates several tales that foster the perpetuation and dissemination of historical realities pertaining to political purges, as well as ideologies and systems of marginalization. In response to disdainful principles and simplistic dichotomies, both dialogisms and ecofeminism prioritize equitable consideration of all involved parties and actively reject the perpetuation of polarizations and divisions. The integration of these methodologies effectively eliminates the element of enticement, while also imbuing ecofeminism with a more relatable and expansive framework. In essence, when these approaches are employed together, they serve as a safeguard against any discriminatory constructions that they aim to dismantle. The goal of ecofeminist realms is to link environmental deterioration to many oppressions, including sexism, racism, classism, and imperialism. By challenging these beliefs and systems of oppression, ecofeminism aims to alleviate the suffering experienced by both human and nonhuman entities.
Digital Marketing and Business Performance of Selected Micro-Enterprises in China
Authors: Wang, Shaohua  , Wang, Bei  , Hu, Aiqing  , Zhang, Xin
Published: February 2024

Determining the Impact of Digital Marketing on Selected Micro-Enterprises on Business Performance is the study's main challenge. Descriptive-correlational research designs, according to Quaranta (2017), characterize the variables and the inherent relationships that exist between and among them. It measures two or more relevant variables without modification. Consequently, in order to characterize the relationship between variables and ascertain the impact of digital marketing on the performance of chosen microenterprises, the study will employ a descriptive correlational approach. Instead of increased market share, higher product demand, new market acquisition, or higher prices, respondents felt that they do better in more customer acquisition, profitability, sales, and revenue.
Factors Affecting Computer System Maintenance Skills Improvement of Information Technology Students
Authors: Hao, Kun  , Huang, Yongchao  , Hou, Bang  , Yu, Junli
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study was to identify the variables that may influence how well students at particular Chinese computer schools are able to maintain their computer systems. It also looked into the types of technology-related leadership behaviors program administrators demonstrated how those behaviors affected and possibly even predicted the various ways that technology was used in schools. Based on the findings, it was determined that the factors that can affect the improvement of information technology students' skills in computer system maintenance were not significantly influenced by time management, test preparation, or reading in terms of sex, monthly family income, or academic performance.
Revitalizing the Electric Grid: A Machine Learning Paradigm for Ensuring Stability in the U.S.A.
Authors: Hasan Md Rokibul
Published: February 2024

The electric grid entails a diverse range of components with pervasive heterogeneity. Conventional electricity models in the U.S.A. encounter challenges in terms of affirming the stability and security of the power system, particularly, when dealing with unexpected incidents. This study explored various electric grid models adopted in various nations and their shortcomings. To resolve these challenges, the research concentrated on consolidating machine learning algorithms as an optimization strategy for the electricity power grid. As such, this study proposed Ensemble Learning with a Feature Engineering Model which exemplified promising outputs, with the voting classifier performing well as compared to the rainforest classifier model. Particularly, the accuracy of the voting classifier was ascertained to be 94.57%, illustrating that approximately 94.17% of its predictions were correct as contrasted to the Random Forest. Besides, the precision of the voting classifier was ascertained to be 93.78%, implying that it correctly pinpointed positive data points 93.78% of the time. Remarkably, the Voting Classifier for the Ensemble Learning with Feature Engineering Model technique surpassed the performance of most other techniques, demonstrating an accuracy rate of 94.57%. These techniques provide protective and preventive measures to resolve the vulnerabilities and challenges faced by geographically distributed power systems.
The Role of Cultural Exchange in the Development of Intercultural Competence in the Context of Cultural Diplomacy
Authors: EL-ASRI Samira , EL Karfa Abderrahim
Published: February 2024

This study positions cultural exchange students at the core of cultural diplomacy and argues that those students can become potential agents of soft power by making them appreciate cultural differences and developing their intercultural competence. In other words, this study aims to report on the role of cultural exchange in developing students’ intercultural competence. A mixed-method approach was used to collect the data, including a questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. 16 former exchange students of the YES (Youth Exchange Scholarship) Program were invited to complete a questionnaire related to their cultural exchange experience. Then, seven of them were selected to take part in the semi-structured interviews. The findings of the study showed that the development of participants’ intercultural awareness and abilities is largely positive in consideration of the positive perception of the host culture and the authentic cultural exchange in which they took part. Besides, the findings also indicated how participants become active agents of cultural diplomacy thanks to cultural exchange.
Gemination and Degemination before the Feminine Sound Plural Suffix in Native and Loanwords in Arabic
Authors: Al-Jarf Reima
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to explore the gemination of consonants preceding the Feminine Plural suffix /-a:t/ in native and loanwords in Arabic, which consonants are geminated and when they are degeminated before /a:t/, to compare the conditions under which geminated and ungeminated consonants occur before /a:t/; and to define the relationship between the vowels preceding geminate and singleton consonants in syllables before /a:t/. A sample of 70 loanwords and 70 native Arabic nouns and/or adjectives having a Feminine Sound Plural (FSP) form with geminated and degeminated consonants before the suffix /a:t/ was collected from some websites. Data analysis showed that the FSP formation of both native and loanwords in Arabic follows the same Arabic pluralization rules. When a stem ends in a singleton consonant, the feminine plural suffix /a:t/ is directly added in لمسات /lamasa:t/ touches & درونات /dro:na:t/ drones. Almost all types of consonants can be geminated in word-final position in Arabic. In this case, the suffix /a:t/ is directly added to form FSP as in فلزّات /filizza:t/ metals & لمات /lamma:t/ gatherings. But when the stem ends with a vowel following the geminated consonant, the vowel is deleted as Arabic does not allow the sequence of two vowels (مودات /mawadda:t/ affections). The stops /p, b, k, g/, fricatives /f, ʃ, tʃ, dʒ/ and graphemes {ll}; {lla}, {ette} are geminated in some loan stems before the plural suffix /a:t/ as in كليبات /klippa:t/ clips; تريلات /trilla+a:t/ trailers; بروفات /proof+a:t/ professors; تاتشات /tatʃtʃ+a:t/ touches; مانشيتات /manʃitt+a:t/ manchettes (headlines). In 48% of the loanwords in the sample, the final consonant of the stem is not geminated before /a:t/ ماركت) /ma:rkita:t/ markets( due to the long vowel in a preceding syllable. In loanwords where the stem is feminine singular ending in /a/, this vowel is deleted before /a:t/ as in صالات /Sala:t/ salles; كاميرات /kamira:t/ cameras, as it is the case in native Arabic words with stems ending in /a/. No gemination takes place before /a:t/ as there is a long vowel in a preceding syllable. The study concludes with recommendation for language and translation pedagogy and for future research.
TRANSMUTED NEW WEIGHTED EXPONENTIAL DISTRIBUTION: ITS DISTRIBUTIONAL PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS TO DATASETS FROM RAINFALL AND BREAST CANCER STUDIES
Authors: Abdullahi Umar Kabir , Muhammed Badawi Aminu , Inuwa Ibrahim Yusuf , Garba Jamilu , Adamu Saudat Ali , Musa Tasi’u , Falgore Jamilu Yunusa
Published: February 2024

This research paper developed a new distribution referred as transmuted Newweighted exponential distribution. This is an extension of the popular Exponential distribution by using the transmutation map, the probability density function (pdf) and the cumulative distribution function (cdf) of the developed distribution were derived. Some distributional properties of the new distribution were extensively studied. The estimation of the distribution parameters was done using the method of maximum likelihood estimation. The performance of the TNWED has been evaluated using real life datasets from two (2) previous researches and the results show that our proposed distribution fits the datasets more better compared to the fits of the other two distributions (New Weighted Exponential distribution and Exponential distribution) considered in this study.
LACTIC ACID BACTERIA AND FERMENTED MAIZE SUPERNATANT (Omidun) HAVE ANTI-BIOFILM PROPERTIES AGAINST STAPHYLOCOCCI AND ENTEROAGGREGATIVE Escherichia coli STRAINS
Authors: Sulaiman Abdussalam Adeshina , Adetoye Adewale Ayodeji , Ayeni Funmilola Abidemi
Published: February 2024

Bacterial infections caused by biofilm forming organisms are of public health concern due to their propensity to contribute to persistent chronic diseases, chiefly because of their ability to resist antibiotics and host immune functions. Probiotics are considered useful therapeutic option in combating pathogenic biofilms. This study evaluates the anti-biofilm properties of potential probiotic Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) and fermented maize supernatant (Omidun) against selected biofilm-forming pathogens. Crystal violet biofilm assay was used to determine LAB and Omidun biofilm inhibition and dispersion in selected pathogens (Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS), S. aureu and Enteroaggregative Escherichia coli) at different concentration (1%, 10%, 50%, 100%) of neutralized and non-neutralized cell free supernatant (CFS). Percentage biofilm inhibitions and dispersions were evaluated, and data were analysed with ANOVA. Omidun and LAB showed promising biofilm inhibitory and dispersive effect against the selected pathogens. L. plantarum showed the greatest biofilm inhibitory effect (P. aeruginosa: 7.85%, CoNS: 27.75%, S. aureus: 66.90%, EAEC: 39.73%) and dispersive effect (P. aeruginosa: 15.94%, CoNS: 23.27%, S. aureus: 24.90%, EAEC: 32.09%) against the selected pathogens while Omidun showed the least biofilm inhibitory and dispersive effect against the selected pathogens. There was no significance difference in the percentage of biofilm inhibition and dispersion produced under different concentrations, neutralized and non-neutralized state. Pseudomonas aeruginosa was the most resistant pathogen while Enteroaggregative Escherichia coli (EAEC) was the most susceptible. Inhibition and dispersion of biofilm can be mediated by LAB and Omidun, these effects appear to be independent of the produced organic acids
INVITRO MEMBRANE PROTECTION EFFECT OF AGERATUM CONYZOIDES METHANOLIC EXTRACT ON HUMAN SICKLED CELLS
Authors: Ibrahim M. D. , Atawodi S. E. , Sallau A. B.
Published: February 2024

Hemolytic anemia caused by membrane damage is the major objective of treating sickle cell anemia in both mainstream and alternative medicine, which is a characteristic hallmark of the disease.One plant that is reportedly utilized in traditional medicine to treat sickle cell anemia is ageratum conyzoides.  Prelimnary phytochemical investigation were carried out  according to the standard protocols. In vitro spectrophotometric analysis was used to assess the methanolic extract of A. conyzoides' capacity to shield sickle red blood cells from lysis.  Preliminary phytochemical screening of crude extracts of leaf, stem and root of Ageratum conyzoides tested positive for the presence of phytochemicals such as alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, cardiac glycosides, saponins, steroids and triterpenes. The leaf extract caused significant (P<0.05) membrane protection with the value of 24.13±0.47% at 2.5mg/ml concentration, while the stem extract produced a significant (P<0.05) protective effect with the value of  29.13±0.47% at 2.5mg/ml.The root also gave a significant (P<0.05)  membrane protective effect  of 40.73±1.04%  at 2.5mg/ml. These finding clearly support the traditional usage of A. conyzoides in the management of sickle cell anemia by demonstrating the functions that the plant's leaves, stem, and roots play in membrane protection.
ESTIMATION OF GENETIC DIVERSITY IN SILVER CATFISH (Chrysicthys nigrodigitatus) USING RANDOM AMPLIFIED POLYMORPHIC DNA
Authors: Akpomughe Emuesiri , Awhefeada O. K. , Nwachi O. F.
Published: February 2024

The Silver catfish (Chrysicthys nigrodigitatus) is widely distributed along River Niger.This study was carried out to characterize Silver Catfish found along River Niger, with the help of morphometric and random amplified polymorphic DNA for genetic analysis to determine variation in strain that can be used for identification of the strains and possible allocation. Samples were collected from three stations, namely; Illushi, Illah and Onitsha and total of 1 50 samples (50 each) of silver catfish was collected from landing station. Where 12% of the total sampled fish was used for genetic analysis and 100% of the sample was used for morphometric analysis. Result obtain from the morphometric analysis along River Niger show that dorsal fin length and head length with a value of 0.749 and 0.230 respectively are significantly different (p<0.05) in the sample fish can be used for identification. Result obtained for genetic analysis indicate that samples from the three locations are positively correlated. Value between Illah and Illushi is 0.8991 with a percentage variation of 80%; Onitsha and Illah with a correlated value of 0.79045, a variation of 63% and Onitsha and Illushi with a correlated value of 0.76354 a percentage variation of 50%. Dendogram, Darwin’s hierarchy and Darwin’s radii graph from the study also show that species are from one ancestry. Identification of species for domestication purpose can use morphometric features. Inline breeding between strains in these locations may be necessary to improve strains because of correlation of samples.
ASSESSING THE SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF WATER BALANCE IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Goma Danbaba , Hassan Shaibu M. , Sunday Ishaya
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this paper is to examine the spatial distribution of water balance components for Kaduna State. One of the most important outcomes in the water balance equation for any natural area or water body is Evapotranspiration and it is also a crucial component of the hydrologic cycle. In attaining this, monthly data on temperature (T) and rainfall (P) were obtained from NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) twelve remotely sensed stations around Kaduna State for thirty-seven years from 1984 to 2021. Thornthwaite and Mather Water Balance (WB) model was used to estimate WB components i.e., soil moisture (SM), actual evapotranspiration (AET), Water surplus (S) and Runoff (R). Kaduna State was divided into three sub-basins and the result shown peak of R generally occurs during the wet season (i.e., June through November across the three catchment areas) most especially at Kaduna central catchment area in the month of July (1003.85mm).  The study further reveals that the bulk of the rains still occur between these months with the peak being reached in July having the peak of rainy season for the three catchment areas with Galma-1378.21mm, Kaduna Central-1443.82mm and Mada- 814.05mm respectively. The area is relatively dry in the months of November–April and has water deficit while Soil moisture recharge takes place from early May to August and mid-May to December is the period of water surplus across the catchment areas. The result of this study provides a reference information on water balance distribution in Kaduna State and utilization for...
INVESTIGATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC POTENTIALS OF A SILVER IMPLANTED DIAMOND-LIKE CARBON THIN FILM
Authors: Abdulsalam I. G. , Abubakar A. K. , Aliyu M. , Naidoo S. R. , Miller A.
Published: February 2024

This paper investigated the optical response of silver implanted carbon-based thin films (deposited on quartz substrates) due to varying fluence of energetic Ag ions in the range 2.5 - 3.4 x 1016 ions/cm2. Raman spectroscopy was used to observe the microstructural specifics of the Ag:a-C composites. Atomic force microscopy (AFM) revealed significant increase in particle grain size and surface roughness of the films at varying fluences. Optical absorption spectra showed that the Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) of pristine Ag occurs at visible wavelength of about 428 nm but exhibited a blue shifting (~ 32 nm) in the implanted films. The blue shift in plasmonic wavelength occurs due to the fluence-induced increase in grain size and density of the Ag particles as confirmed by AFM. Optical band gap energy () and Urbach parameter () of the pristine carbon film increased, with fluence, from 2.89 eV to 1.60 eV and 3.60 eV to 4.22 eV respectively. The observed optically active parameters strongly indicate that the composites would make good candidates for photon retention towards the enhancement of solar cells’ efficiency.
Pengaruh Personal Hygiene Dan Sanitasi Lingkungan Terhadap Penyakit Scabies Pada Warga Binaan Pemasyarakatan (WBP) Di Rumah Tahanan Negara (RUTAN) Kelas I Bandar Lampung Propinsi Lampung Tahun 2020.
Authors: Gultom Tati Baina , Indarwati Suami
Published: February 2024

Prevalensi kejadian penyakit Scabies di RUTAN Kelas I B.Lampung tahun 2018 sebesar 1202 kasus per tahun atau sebanyak 52 % dari kasus penyakit yang ada. Terjadi over kapasitas sebesar 74% penghuni berdampak pada keterbatasan Warga Binaan Pemasyarakatan (WBP) dalam menjaga Personal Hygiene. Selain itu, perilaku WBP yang suka bertukar pakaian, memakai handuk bergantian, menggantung baju bertumpuk di dalam kamar dan memakai pakaian lebih dari 1 hari membuat bertambahnya penularan penyakit kulit Scabies pada WBP di RUTAN Kelas I Bandar Lampung. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui pengaruh Personal Hygiene dan Sanitasi Lingkungan terhadap Penyakit Scabies pada Warga Binaan Pemasyarakatan (WBP) di RUTAN Kelas I Bandar Lampung Provinsi Lampung Tahun 2020. Jenis Penelitian Analitik rancangan Cross Sectional dengan melakukan observasi atau pengamatan langsung dan kuesioner kemudian Analisa data yang dilakukan dengan univariat dan bivariat dengan uji Chi square dan odds ratio (OR). Hasil penelitian menunjukan ada hubungan yang bermakna antara kebersihan kulit (p=0,000,OR=5,2), kebersihan tangan dan kuku (p=0,001,OR=4,3), kebersihan pakaian (p=0,038,OR=2,4), kebersihan handuk (p=0,007,OR=3,1), kebersihan tempat tidur dan seprei (p=0,012, OR=2,8), kepadatan hunian (p=0,004, OR=3,7), kelembaban (p=0,014, OR=3,1) dengan kejadian Scabies. Sedangkan ketersediaan air bersih (p=0,546, OR=1,3) dan ventilasi (p=0,071, OR=3,1) tidak memiliki hubungan bermakna dengan kejadian Scabies. Para WBP diharapkan menerapkan dan meningkatkan Personal Hygiene. Tenaga Kesehatan di RUTAN B.Lampung diharapkan untuk lebih sering melakukan penyuluhan tentang pencegahan penularan penyakit Scabies.Kata kunci: Scabies, Personal Hygiene, Sanitasi, Rumah Tahanan.
Analisis Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Kepuasan Pasien di Instalasi Rawat Jalan RSUD Pringsewu Kabupaten Pringsewu 2022
Authors: Samino Samino , Noa Ulin , Aryastuti Nurul , Irianto Torry Duet
Published: February 2024

Indeks kepuasan masyarakat (IKM) secara umum di RSUD Pringsewu pada kurun 5 tahun tidak ada kenaikan dan cenderung menurun. Tahun 2016 (76,6), 2017 (76,8), 2018 (76,7), 2019 (76,1),  dan 2020 (75,7). Salah satu aspek penilaian kepuasan pasien terendah instalasi rawat jalan. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui penyebab rendahnya kepuasan pasien di Instalasi Rawat.Jenis penelitian kuantitatif dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Sampel 120 responden, pengambilan data Agustus 2022 melalui wawancara terstruktur. Analisis data dengan chi square dan regresi logistik ganda, pada taraf signifikansi atau kepercayaan 95%.Hasil uji chi square menujukkan bahwa variabel tangibles (p=0,021), reability (p=<0,001), responsiveness (p=<0,001), assurance (p=0,001), dan empathy (p=0,003), berhungan dengan kepuasan pasien rawat jalan. Hasil analisis multivariat dengan regresi logistik ganda menunjukkan variable reability merupakan faktor dominan yang berhubungan dengan kepuasan pasien (p=<0,001 dan OR=11,857). Disimpulkan bahwa variabel tangibles, reability, responsiveness, assurance, dan empathy merupakan faktor yang paling berhungan dengan kepuasan. Diharapkan rumah sakit lebih meningkatkan pelayanan terutama pada reability petugas melalui pertemuan mingguan/bulanan untuk menyamakan visi misi RS.Kata Kunci : Kepuasan, service quality