bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning Berbantuan Aplikasi Geogebra pada Materi Fungsi Kuadrat terhadap Hasil Belajar Matematika Siswa Kelas X SMA Negeri 14 Semarang
Authors: Utami Namira Putri , Zuhri Muhammad Saifuddin , Lestari Ichsan Budi , Buchori Achmad
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning berbantuan aplikasi GeoGebra pada materi fungsi kuadrat terhadap hasil belajar matematika siswa kelas X SMA Negeri 14 Semarang. Metode penelitian yang diguinakan adalah meitodei kuiantitatif. Jeinis peineilitian ini adalah Quiasi Eixpeirimeint deingan deisain peineilitian Postteist-Only Control Deisign. Popuilasi dalam peineilitian ini adalah seiluiruih siswa keilas X SMA Neigeiri 14 Seimarang tahuin ajaran 2023/2024. Seidangkan sampeil yang teirpilih yaitui keilas X.2 seibagai keilas eikspeirimein dan keilas X.3 seibagai keilas kontrol yang diambil deingan teiknik cluisteir random sampling. Teiknik peinguimpuilan data dalam peineilitian ini meilaluii obseirvasi dan teis. Instruimein peineilitian beiruipa soal teis uiraian yang dibeirikan saat postteist. Teiknik analisis data meingguinakan uiji normalitas, uiji homogeinitas, dan uiji t. Hasil peineilitian meinuinjuikkan bahwa hasil beilajar mateimatika siswa pada mateiri fuingsi kuiadrat yang dibeirikan peirlakuian deingan modeil peimbeilajaran Probleim Baseid Leiarning  (PBL) beirbantuian aplikasi GeioGeibra leibih baik daripada siswa yang dibeiri peirlakuian modeil peimbeilajaran konveinsional. Hal ini berdasarkan hasil analisis data uji Welch’s t test yang menunjukkan bahwa nilai thitung = 3,013 lebih besar daripada ttabel = 1,995 (3,013 > 1,995). Rata-rata nilai posttest pada kelas eksperimen yaitu 79, sedangkan rata-rata nilai posttest pada kelas kontrol yaitu 68. Dengan demikian, penggunaan model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning (PBL) berbantuan aplikasi Geogebra memberikan pengaruh positif terhadap hasil belajar siswa pada materi fungsi kuadrat.
Determination of Accommodation Tax Spending Areas Using the SWARA Method
Authors: Göktaş Levent Selman , Erdem Ahmet
Published: July 2024

The allocation of revenue generated from the accommodation tax, which has recently been introduced in Türkiye, has not been specified within the framework of the law. In this context, the aim of the research is to determine the spending areas and establish priority ranking for the tax collected from tourists. In this regard, data was collected using a survey form consisting of 20 criteria and analyzed using the SWARA method. Upon examining the research findings, the highest average criteria for allocation are financing activities, improving infrastructure and superstructure services, preserving and restoring natural and cultural heritage sites, investing in destination marketing efforts, maintaining museums, and creating recreation activity areas. The lowest average criteria, on the other hand, include supporting projects for refugee integration, providing holiday support to disadvantaged groups, and offering campaigns for public transportation services. As a result of the research, participants indicated that the tax revenue should be allocated to creating permanent structures, restoration and maintenance efforts, and areas related to destination marketing rather than campaigns, projects, or aids that would directly benefit tourists, local residents, or refugees.
Bankruptcy Prediction in REITs
Authors: Manda Tamala Amelia
Published: July 2024

Bankruptcy in many industries is a well-documented norm; however, in the real estate investment trust (REIT) industry, the related literature is very thin. This study uses the vector autoregressive (VAR), logistic, and multilinear models to detect bankruptcy in the REIT industry. The macroeconomic variables used as part of showing bankruptcy are adopted from Altman (1968), with an addition of funds from operations (FFOs). The results confirm interconnectedness among the Altman (1968) variables, including their causal nature on bankruptcy. The commonly used ratios (i.e. profitability, solvency and liquidity) confirm the declining financial health and financial positions of REIT firms during tough market conditions.
Females on Boards and Default Risk in the Chinese Real Estate Industry
Authors: Li Keming , Tsang Desmond , Ye Zeshen
Published: July 2024

This study examines the relationship between female directors on boards and default risk in the Chinese real estate industry. While gender diversity is commonly viewed as an effective governance tool in boards to lower the risk of general market firms, we find that there is little influence with female directors in mitigating the default risk in our sample Chinese real estate firms. Nonetheless, once we partition our sample firms into state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and non-state-owned enterprises (non-SOEs), we observe a significant influence of female directors in lowering the default risk of non-SOEs. We further find that the significant relationship between female board representation and default risk in non-SOEs is attributed to non-SOE firms with high financial constraints and a critical mass of female directors. Our results are robust with a matched sample design, an instrumental variable approach, alternative measures of key variables, and inclusion of additional controls. Overall, our findings highlight the particular circumstances in which board gender diversity is effective in mitigating default risk in the unique environment of the Chinese real estate industry.
Productivity Shocks of Dominant Companies and Local Housing Markets
Authors: Nguyen Thanh , Staer Arsenio , Yang Jing
Published: July 2024

We extend the literature on the influence of firm-level characteristics on housing markets by exploring the association between the labor productivity shocks of dominant firms and local housing prices. Using a sample of all U.S. firms from COMPUSTAT during 1980-2017, we find that the aggregate shocks of labor productivity of dominant firms at the metropolitan statistical area (MSA)-level explain for a significant portion of the local housing price changes in MSAs while controlling for other housing price determinants. About a year or more is required for the shocks to propagate through the local housing markets, which make them a viable predictor of future housing price. The productivity shock – housing price relation is stronger in areas that have more concentrated high-tech dominant firms or where dominant firms have closer links to their local non-dominant industry peers. Shocks are also more influential during economic expansion than economic contraction. Furthermore, the relation also exists at the zipcode level but the shocks propagate faster than at the MSA-level. The findings provide helpful insights for real estate practitioners and policymakers, especially in areas with a higher concentration of large companies.
Development of a Land Price Model for a Medium Sized Indian City
Authors: Sanjay Kumar V S , Yoonus Shabana , Anjaneyulu M V L R
Published: July 2024

Land price plays a crucial role in the development of a region, which serves as an indicator of the features of a property. The primary goal of this paper is to explore the relationship between land price and various geographical and accessibility parameters and thereby arrive at a model to predict the land price. Based on literature surveys, the parameters that influence land price are identified further through which data collection from primary surveys, the creation of a road network map, a geographic information system (GIS) analysis to determine the distance to the central business district (CBD), measurement of road density and access road width, assessment of employment opportunities through establishment surveys, and identification of various land use parcels in the study region are accomplished. The land prices are collected from recently sold parcels in each of the zones in the study region. A negative and significant correlation is observed between land price and distance to the CBD. Positive correlations are observed between land price and other factors considered, such as road density, availability of educational facilities, employment opportunities, and the extent of commercial and residential land use areas. A non-linear regression model is developed that can predict land price depending on the significant parameters.
World Literature and Decolonization
Authors: Helgesson Stefan
Published: July 2024

With remarkable force, “decolonization” re-entered the academic agenda some ten years ago. Having been an ambivalent historical experience undergirding postcolonial studies in its emergence in the 1980s, “decolonization” today is wielded as a concept and a rallying call. One of its rhetorical purposes is to set up an opposition between morally objectionable and morally progressive ways of constructing and sharing knowledge, yet the content of the term is often vague. In this context, world literature has much to contribute, both methodologically and critically. If, on the one hand, there is a decolonizing potential in the very ambition to make the world’s literary cultures visible, the critical dimension of world literature scholarship makes us aware of its colonial genealogy. Taking Mazisi Kunene’s epic poem from South Africa, Emperor Shaka the Great, as its key example, this article discusses how the dual potential of world literature might contribute to a “decolonized” mode of literary reading.
The Continuity of Head Nouns: The Difference in Relativizability between Korean and Chinese
Authors: Yan Chao
Published: July 2024

The Noun Phrase Accessibility Hierarchy cannot explain the difference in relativizability between Chinese and Korean in authentic discourse. Korean exhibits a higher preference for relativization compared to Chinese and this article aims to account for this difference from the perspective of topic continuity. Specifically, the continuity of head nouns within relative clauses is stronger in Korean than in Chinese. By analyzing the parameters of referential distance and potential interference, this study finds that the head nouns in Korean relative clauses display a broader range on the continuum of continuity compared to those in Chinese relative clauses. Furthermore, the difference in the strength of continuity of head nouns between Chinese and Korean relative clauses is attributed to the typological distinction between the Component-Integral Languages and Component-Metonymic Languages postulated within the framework of the Event-Domain Cognitive Model.
The 5C Model of Linguistic Creativity: Construction Grammar as a Cognitive Theory of Verbal Creativity
Authors: Hoffmann Thomas
Published: July 2024

Creativity is a design feature of human language. This paper presents a cognitive model of verbal creativity that draws on insights from the psychological research into creativity—particularly Glăveanu’s 5A model that distinguishes five crucial perspectives on a creative act (actors, audience, artefacts, actions and affordances). The paper will outline a linguistic version of this model that adopts Construction Grammar as its theoretical foundation. The resulting “5C model of constructional creativity” argues that the central elements of linguistic creativity are constructors, co-constructors, constructs, constructional blending and the constructional network.
SOCIAL INTEGRATION OF REFUGEES IN TÜRKİYE: A FIELD OF COLLABORATION BETWEEN TURKISH RED CRESCENT AND THE EU
Authors: Ünalp Çepel Zühal
Published: July 2024

Türkiye has been hosting approximately 6 million migrants, according to the World Migration Report published by the International Organization for Migration in 2022. To manage the migration flows, the EU has provided financial assistance to Turkish civil society organizations working on the integration of migrants. One of those organizations has been the Turkish Red Crescent. The migration literature criticizes the externalization approach of the EU and the instrumentalization approach of Türkiye in the 2000s. However, this paper focuses on the good practices of those actors and argues that the EU-Turkish Red Crescent collaboration has directly served the social integration of refugees. The migration-related programs and activities of the Turkish Red Crescent allow the religious and cultural similarities between the societies to contribute positively to the integration. It is concluded in the paper that collaborative actions among the regional actors, state, and civil society to overcome problems between refugees and the host community and contribute to producing a peaceful environment for social integration.
The power of intuition in decision-making under operational stress
Authors: CĂLIN Cătălin-Constantin
Published: July 2024

The decision-making process represents one of the most interesting subjects in the field of cognitive sciences, as it is a concept that requires a complex multi- and interdisciplinary approach. Modern warfare involves operations in environments characterized by a high degree of uncertainty, presenting multiple challenges, and radical and unexpected changes in the situation, which require a sound knowledge of how human thinking works and how we can develop the cognitive processes involved in formulating a decision. The article proposes a brief analysis of the decision-making process by military leaders in situations that involve significant stressors and demand quick and intuitive decisions. For this purpose, the main theoretical and practical aspects discussed in the specialized literature are presented, with an emphasis on applications in the military field. Additionally, the concept of expert intuition is introduced. Although there have been attempts to study this concept since antiquity, the systematic study of this revolutionary concept began in the middle of the 20th century and continues to arouse lively interest even today, remaining the subject of lively academic disputes.
Tedarikçi seçim süreçlerinde çok kriterli karar verme yöntemlerinin kullanılması; otel işletmesinde bir uygulama
Authors: Solunoğlu Sevcan , Solunoğlu Ali
Published: July 2024

Bu makale, tedarikçi seçimi sürecinde CRITIC (CRiterion Importance Through Intercriteria Correlation) yöntemi kullanılarak gerçekleştirilen bir uygulama çalışmasının sonuçlarını sunmaktadır. Araştırma, tedarikçi seçiminde hangi kriterlerin en önemli olduğunu belirlemek amacıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırmanın yöntemi, literatür taraması, işletme içi uzman görüşleri ve veri analizi aşamalarını içermektedir. İşletme içi uzman görüşleri, sektör deneyimi, yabancı dil bilgisi, takım çalışmasına uygunluk, iletişim yeteneği, stres yönetimi becerileri, teknik yeterlilik ve referans gibi niteliklerin önemli kriterler olarak belirlenmiştir. CRITIC yöntemi kullanılarak elde edilen sonuçlar, tedarikçi seçimi sürecinde belirleyici olan kriterleri açıkça ortaya koymaktadır. Bu sonuçlara göre, tedarikçi seçiminde en büyük etkiye sahip olan kriter "Ödeme Kolaylığı" olarak belirlenmiştir. Bu kriteri, "Fiyat" ve "Teslimat Hızı" kriterleri takip etmektedir. Çalışma, tedarikçi seçimi konusunda işletmelere, daha sağlam ve bilimsel temellere dayalı kararlar alabilmeleri için önemli bir rehber sunmaktadır. Bu çalışma, tedarikçi seçimi sürecinin karmaşıklığını azaltmaya ve işletme kaynaklarını daha verimli bir şekilde yönlendirmeye yönelik katkı sağlamaktadır.
Impacts of caffeine consumption in the workplace: from moderate use to dependence
Authors: Ribeiro Marcos André , De Menezes Júnior Eumar Evangelista , Rodrigues de Souza Brito Camila , Gonçalves da Paixão Alessandro , Gonçalves Mendes da Costa Daniel , Santos Alves Vera Lúcia , Galace de Freitas Diego , Ribeiro da Costa Matheus  André , Dos Santos Filho Iporê José , Franco de Oliveira Rodrigo
Published: July 2024

The central focus of the article is the use of caffeine in the workplace context, with its main objective being to analyze from continued use, without leading to more serious consequences for the user, to that which leads to the development of a proper dependency. Through a review of literature relevant to the topic, a reflection is proposed that, among other aspects, classifies drug consumption into two modes, functional and dysfunctional, where in the former, it is used as a "tool" for work, without causing impairments to its performance, and in the latter, there is a change in consumption pattern, severely affecting professional performance. In the transition from functional to dysfunctional use, the drug ceases to be a means to become an end in itself, and although this does not occur with the majority of users, the conclusion is that, even in functional use, the individual's relationship with their activity is essentially adaptive, and therefore cannot be considered healthy.
Quality of life at work from the perspective of regulatory agency employees
Authors: Sobrinho Myron Palhano Galvão , Siqueira Amadeus Bueno , Silva Ana Paula Ferreira da , Ribeiro Júnior Berinaldo Rodrigues
Published: July 2024

The aim of this study was to identify regulatory agency workers' perceptions regarding the concept of Quality of Life at Work (QWL), based on their representations of well-being and ill-being in the work environment. Regarding the methodology, it is a qualitative and descriptive research, with a cross-sectional design and primary data collection. Information was gathered between June 2023 and September 2023 from a sample of 94 workers, with the majority being female (61.0%), aged between 43 and 57 years (41.0%), holding a specialization/MBA degree (38.0%), earning between R$ 5,500 and R$ 11,000 (40.0%), and the majority working in agencies located in Pernambuco (58.0%). With the assistance of openEVOC and Excel software, analyses were conducted using the Word Association technique, and subsequently, the data were categorized to develop the Word Association Diagram. The main results indicated that QWL was represented by the following core elements: 1) balanced/reduced working hours; 2) living close to work; 3) good building infrastructure; 4) comfortable equipment and furniture; 5) possibility of telecommuting and flexibility; 6) professional recognition and stability. It is expected that the findings of this research may contribute to the implementation of actions aimed at people management, with potential impacts on productivity, the quality of services provided to society, and the optimization of institutional outcomes.
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Mortality trend in the Federal District, Brazil, 2000-2020
Authors: Andrade Aurélio Matos , Illenberger Nicholas , Saldanha-Araújo Felipe , Figueiredo Ana Claudia Morais Godoy , Carvalho Juliana Lott
Published: July 2024

Objective: To identify the trend and spatial distribution of deaths from ALL from 2000 to 2020 in the Federal District, Brazil. Method: This is ecological time series study in which data were obtained from Brazil's Mortality Information System. The population was obtained through death certificates and investigation forms of the underlying cause of death classified by code C91.0 for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in the International Classification of Diseases from 2000 to 2020 in the Federal District, Brazil. Statistical analysis was performed using Prais-Winsten linear regression. Results: The deaths from ALL predominantly occurred in male (51.70%), single (60.41%), and white (52.16%) subjects, as well as in those with four to seven years of schooling (27.37%). During the last 20 years, ALL mortality increased among subjects aged 0-4 and 50-59 years, with increment rates of 9.0% and 8.7% respectively. In children, ALL generally has a short latency time, progressing more quickly and invasively. Conclusions: Knowledge regarding mortality patterns for ALL in the Federal District will allow optimizing the allocation of federal and local resources, as well as understanding gaps in diagnosis and specific therapies that still need attention on the part of public policy makers.
Doğal Afet Sonrası Travma, Yas ve Dini Başa Çıkma: Kahramanmaraş Depremi Üzerine Nitel Bir Araştırma
Authors: Yağlı Soykan Nurdan
Published: July 2024

6 Şubat 2023 saat 04.17’de Türkiye/Kahramanmaraş’ta yerin sadece 5 km derinliğinde büyüklüğü 7,8 ve 7,5 olan iki büyük deprem meydana geldi. Depremler sonucunda Türkiye’de resmî rakamlara göre 50 bin civarında insan hayatını kaybetti ve 120 binden fazla insan yaralandı. Büyük depremler Türkiye’de 11 ilde yaşayan yaklaşık 15 milyon insanı doğrudan etkiledi. Afetin yol açtığı hasar o kadar büyüktü ki yerli ve yabancı basında “Yüzyılın Afeti” olarak isimlendirildi. Bu çalışma söz konusu depremleri yaşayan bireylerin depremi nasıl anlamlandırdıklarını, depreme bağlı gelişen stresin üstesinden gelmek için hangi başa çıkma stratejilerini kullandıklarını, bu stratejiler içerisinde dini başa çıkma stratejilerine yaptıkları atıfları ve deprem sonrası yaşamlarında manevi gereksinimlerinin neler olabileceğini tespit etmeyi amaçlamıştır. Nitel araştırma yönteminin benimsendiği bu çalışmada fenomenolojik desen tercih edilmiştir. Veri toplama aracı olarak yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılmıştır. Çalışma grubunun belirlenmesinde amaçlı seçme tekniği tercih edilmiştir. Araştırmaya deprem anında bölgede bulunan ve depremi yaşayan 20 kadın 10 erkek olmak üzere 30 yetişkin birey katılmıştır. Elde edilen bulgular, tüme varım yöntemiyle içerik analizine tabi tutulmuştur. Deprem yaşayan bireylerle gerçekleştirilen görüşmeler sonrasında beş ana temaya ulaşılmıştır. Bunlar; travma, yas ve matem, manevi ihtiyaçlar ve dini başa çıkma unsurlarıdır.
Fıkıhtan Hukuka Bir Doktrin Önerisi
Authors: Dumlu Emrullah
Published: July 2024

Türkiye’de hukuk sorunlarının doktrin kaynaklı mı yoksa uygulama kaynaklı mı olduğu meselesi tartışmalı bir konudur. Batı hukukunu evrensel hukuk olarak telakki edip idealleştirenlere göre mevcut hukuk sorunları doktrinden değil, uygulamanın bozuk ve kötü olmasından kaynaklanmaktadır. İncelemesini yaptığımız eserde yazar, mer’î hukuk öğretisinin toplumun normatif altyapısına duyarsız oluşu gerekçesiyle hukuka dair temel sorunun bizatihi hukuk öğretisinin kendisi olduğunu iddia eder ve Türk hukuk sisteminin kurulum ayarlarını düzeltmeye yönelik önemli bir çabayı ortaya koyar. Bunun için de “yeni bir fıkıh” adını verdiği anlayışla yeni bir doktrin önerisinde bulunur. Eserin temel amacı, değer odaklı bir fıkıh temelinde modern hukukun iyileştirilmesinin teorik altyapısını kurmaktır. Bu iddiayı ortaya koymak üzere eserde fıkıh - hukuk buluşmasının imkânı, gerekliliği, zemini ve buluşmaya engel olan problemler irdelenir. Fıkıhla hukuk arasında bir irtibatının kurulabilmesi için fıkıhta arınma hukukta esneme önerilir ve hukukun sorunlarına çözüm üretebilmesi için hürriyet odaklı bir fıkıh geliştirilmesinin gerekliliğinden bahsedilir. Hürriyet odaklı fıkhın amacının da siyasi iktidar aklının tabi olacağı bir hukuk nosyonu belirlemek olduğu ifade edilir. Önerinin somutlaştırılması amacıyla her bir aşama için ilke düzeyinde birtakım önerilerin sunulduğu dört aşamalı bir yol haritası verilir. Akabinde de hürriyet fıkhı perspektifinde alkolün legal mi yoksa illegal mi sayılacağına dair bir politika örneği sunulur.
Modelos de excelencia de la calidad como estrategia para la competitividad empresarial
Authors: Girón M. José Luis
Published: July 2024

Una forma práctica de entender como competir es que nos imaginemos un Gran Premio de Autos: llámese... F1, Gran Prix, en todos forman un gran equipo u organización, cada equipo buscará evaluar sus fortalezas y debilidades ante los demás modelos de autos, hará un planeamiento donde se establecerán objetivos, ningún fabricante de autos buscará una mala posición en la carrera, todos buscarán los primeros lugares si no el primero y el campeonato. Estarán sujetos al entorno, a riesgos, a cambios, a reglamentos de competición en la carrera y a la experiencia y habilidades del piloto, todo el equipo de soporte y planificación. Medirán su desempeño y compararán con el mejor tiempo en las vueltas, se evaluará la capacidad de los recursos y se harán proyectos de mejora para rediseñar sus componentes y partes de maquinaria para dar siempre lo mejor, usarán sus registros de desempeño para destacar con sus marcas en el mercado y promover mejor sus productos. Ciertamente eso hacen los Modelos de Excelencia y es lo que logran con las organizaciones, las preparan y desarrollan para competir en entornos agresivos, en el entorno mundial. El siguiente artículo muestra el desarrollo de los modelos de excelencia y como logran enfocarse en la competitividad.
Soğuk Savaş Sonrası Şekillenen Yeni Dünya Düzeninde, Rusya-ABD İlişkilerinin Realist Teori Kapsamında Çatışma Örnekleriyle Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Mekteplioğlu Meltem , Koltuk Durmuş Ali
Published: July 2024

İkinci Dünya Savaşı'nın başlamasıyla liberalizm yerini realizme bırakmıştır. Realistler, liberalizmi idealist olduğu ve sorunların çözümünde yetersiz kaldığı gerekçesiyle eleştirmişlerdir. Soğuk Savaş'ın sona ermesi ve Sovyetler Birliği'nin dağılmasında Mikhail Gorbaçov'un glasnost ve perestroyka politikaları önemli rol oynamıştır. Bu gelişmeler Doğu Avrupa'da insan hakları ve bağımsızlık taleplerini artırarak Sovyetler Birliği'ni içeriden sarsmıştır. Soğuk Savaş'ın barışçıl sona ermesi, uluslararası ilişkiler teorileri açısından beklenmedik bir gelişme olmuştur. Rusya, çevrelenme politikasına karşı ilk etkili tepkisini 2008 Gürcistan Savaşı ile vermiş ve 2013 sonunda Ukrayna'da yaşanan gelişmelerle uluslararası arenada güçlü bir aktör olarak yerini pekiştirmiştir. Suriye'deki Arap Baharı kıvılcımlarının iç savaşa dönüşmesi Rusya ve Amerika Birleşik Devletleri’nin (ABD) çıkarları doğrultusunda müdahil olmaları, krizin çözümünü zorlaştırmıştır. Bu çalışmada, Soğuk Savaş sonrası Rusya ve ABD'nin genel durumu incelendikten sonra, uluslararası arenada yaşanan üç kriz (2008 Gürcistan Krizi, 2012'de başlayan ve devam eden Suriye Krizi ve 2014'te Kırım'ın ilhakıyla zirveye tırmanan Ukrayna Krizi) realist bir perspektiften değerlendirilecektir.
Terrorism and Economic Growth in Nigeria
Authors: Rotimi Mathew E. , Naphtali John W. , Irefin David
Published: July 2024

Terrorism has emerged as a significant threat to global security and economic stability, with Nigeria experiencing its detrimental effects. This empirical study investigated the relationship between terrorism and economic growth in Nigeria. The study focused on the impact of terrorism on productivity in Nigeria, examining various aspects including economic growth, trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), manufacturing output, and other key indicators but with specific focus on economic growth. It highlighted the pervasive nature of terrorism in Nigeria, with various groups such as Boko Haram, ISIS, Fulani herdsmen, and Niger Delta militants contributing to violence and insecurity. The study reviews both empirical and theoretical literature on terrorism and its economic consequences, emphasizing the negative relationship between terrorism and economic growth. Using a positivist research paradigm, the study employed a Structural Vector Autoregression (SVAR) approach to analyze the impact of terrorism on economic variables in Nigeria. The SVAR model incorporated endogenous variables such as economic growth, capital, terrorism, and trade. Data covering a 42-year period from 1980 to 2021 were utilized, and they were sourced from the World Bank and World Development Indicators. The estimation and results section includes discussions on lag length selection criteria and impulse response analyses to understand the dynamic effects of terrorism on economic variables over time. In conclusion, the study underscored the detrimental impact of terrorism on productivity and economic growth in Nigeria, highlighting the need for effective counter-terrorism measures to mitigate these effects. It provides valuable insights for policymakers and researchers aiming to address the complex challenges posed by terrorism in the country.
Análisis de la aplicación del modelo CONWIP en los países latinoamericanos: Una revisión de literatura
Authors: Gelves Oscar
Published: July 2024

El modelo Conwip fue diseñado en los años 90 del siglo XX por Spearman, publicándose en el libro Factory Physics con el objetivo de la disminución del inventario en proceso o WIP; para ello esta revisión de literatura tiene como objetivo reconocer el desarrollo de este modelo en el contexto latinoamericano, teniendo en cuenta las publicaciones durante los últimos años en diferentes bases de datos como Scopus, ScienceDirect, Scielo y Google Academics; en base a los resultados de la ecuación de búsqueda, se establece el tamizaje por medio de la metodología prisma y se definen las principales estadísticas por país, enfoque de investigación , herramientas complementarias y promedio por año de las publicaciones. Según el tamizaje realizado, se define que Brasil es el país de la región con mayor número de publicaciones en las cuales el enfoque de investigación, en su mayoría, son estudios de casos. El nivel de publicaciones en la región de Latinoamérica es bajo en comparación a otras regiones del mundo y es posible aplicar el modelo Conwip en diferentes contextos aparte de la manufactura, como, por ejemplo, la construcción.
KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDES OF EMERGENCY NURSES REGARDING MEDICATION ERRORS
Authors: NAEEM A , BATOOL S , AFZAL F
Published: July 2024

Medication errors in emergency departments can lead to significant patient harm. Understanding the knowledge and attitudes of healthcare professionals regarding these errors is critical for developing effective prevention strategies. Objective: To assess the knowledge and attitudes of emergency department nurses regarding medication errors. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in the Emergency Department of Sheikh Zayed Hospital, Rahim Yar Khan, from March 2023 to March 2024. A total of 150 nurses participated in the study. Data were collected using a 43-item questionnaire available in both Urdu and English. The questionnaire comprised six sections, focusing on knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding medication errors. Responses were recorded on a Likert scale ranging from 1 (totally disagree) to 5 (totally agree). Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics to summarize the responses. Results: The mean age of the nurses was 43.6 ± 16.6 years, with 70% being female and 30% male. A majority of nurses agreed that medication errors can be reduced by calculating drug dosages beforehand (76%), using prepackaged drugs from the pharmacy (62%), and utilizing informative brochures and guidebooks (66%). Attitudes towards error reduction were positive, with recommendations for systematic training of healthcare staff (94%), raising awareness about risk management and prevention (90%), evaluating staff for eligibility (90%), and the importance of reporting and assessing errors (94%). Conclusion: Nurses in the emergency department possess sufficient knowledge and exhibit positive attitudes toward medication errors in the management and administration of IV drugs. However, ongoing training programs and awareness initiatives are essential to update nurses' knowledge and enhance patient safety.
EVALUATION OF NURSE-PATIENT COMMUNICATION AND ITS IMPACT ON PATIENT SATISFACTION
Authors: NAZ R , KHALEEL S , NAZ S
Published: July 2024

Effective nurse-patient communication is critical to patient satisfaction, particularly in specialized care units like burn units. Poor communication can lead to adverse patient outcomes and dissatisfaction, highlighting the need for focused studies to evaluate and improve communication practices in healthcare settings. Objective: To assess nurse-patient communication and its impact on patient satisfaction in the burn unit of Nishtar Medical Hospital, Multan. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in the Burn Unit of Nishtar Medical Hospital, Multan, from May 2023 to May 2024. Three hundred patients admitted to the burn unit were selected using convenience sampling at discharge. Data were collected using two modified questionnaires: the La Monica Oberst Patient Satisfaction Scale (LOPSS) and the Nurse Quality of Communication with Patient Questionnaire (NQCPQ), both translated into English and Urdu. Patients were presented with the questionnaires before discharge and were given adequate time to complete them. Statistical analysis was performed to evaluate the results. Results: The mean score of LOPSS was 150.47 ± 9.09, indicating patient dissatisfaction in several areas, including the nurses' reluctance to consider patients' choices, inadequate assessments, and insufficient explanation of treatment plans, leading to patients feeling like mere cases. The mean score of NQCPQ was 89.29 ± 6.10, with the highest communication scores noted in the patient's active involvement in maintaining personal hygiene and the nurses' assistance with mobility, diet, and hygiene. Gender showed a direct statistical association with satisfaction scores and communication quality. Conclusion: Weak nurse-patient communication led to poor patient satisfaction scores. Enhancing professional communication among healthcare staff is imperative to improving the quality of care and patient satisfaction in burn units.
Research on sustainable renewal of historic blocks based on urban catalyst theory
Authors: Zhao Feiyu , Xu Xiaodong , Dong Wei , Fu Jianyu , Bai Xiaoqi , Wu Jinxiu
Published: July 2024

Currently, cities in China have entered the development stage of stock renewal. Urban renewal has become the focus of urban development, and optimization of stock space has become the main aspect of urban design. At the same time, applying the concept of micro-renewal of historic blocks in recent years has also put forward new requirements for the renewal mode of old blocks. This paper discusses the possibility of micro-renewal and transformation of historic Chinese blocks in the new era from the perspective of catalyst theory. Through streetscape recognition technology and crawling of Point of Information (POI) data, the existing problems of blocks and the potential vitality points of blocks are determined, which changes the traditional research that often lacks quantitative judgment and only uses qualitative judgment. Through the intervention of quantitative technology, the problems existing in the perspective rate of commercial streets and the business model of historical blocks were found. Analyzing from the perspective of space, function, and culture, and then, selecting catalyst elements, which promotes the transformation of the historic blocks from a top-down transformation pattern to a bottom-up transformation pattern.
Emerging synergies between large language models and machine learning in e-commerce recommendations
Authors: Xu Xiaonan , Wu Yichao , Liang Penghao , He Yuhang , Wang Han
Published: July 2024

This paper explores the integration of large language models (LLMs) into collaborative filtering algorithms to enhance recommendation systems in the e-commerce domain. The proposed approach combines user-based and item-based collaborative filtering with LLMs to improve recommendation accuracy and personalization. Specifically, the study introduces a novel framework called PALR, which leverages LLMs to refine user-item interactions and enrich item representations. PALR utilizes historical user behavior data, such as clicks, purchases, and ratings, to guide candidate retrieval and generate recommended items. This study highlights the importance of integrating LLMs into recommendation systems to deliver more accurate and personalized suggestions, ultimately improving user satisfaction and driving sales in e-commerce platforms.
Kontaktlinsen-Huckepacksysteme: ein Update
Authors: Rehnert Mario , Bandlitz Stefan
Published: July 2024

Purpose. For irregular corneal shapes, the fitting of a contact lens piggyback system is an established procedure for optical rehabilitation. The aim of this paper is to describe the different possibilities of this method based on current measurement and manufacturing techniques. Material and Methods. Based on the respective indication, the topographical characteristics are analysed. A distinction is made between the condition in keratoconus and after keratoplasty. The general requirements and the procedure of the fitting, as well as the care and handling are described. Results. When fitting a contact lens piggyback system, a variety of different geometries of the soft lens and the add-on RGP lens are available. When choosing the soft lens, a decision can be made between a standardised geometry or one that is individually determined according to the contour of the cornea. In addition to the appropriate choice of geometry, physiological compatibility and the subjective satisfaction of the wearer are decisive for success. Conclusion. A piggyback contact lens system designed to meet the needs of the user offers a good alternative in the fitting of irregular corneal shapes. Keywords Piggyback, contact lens, keratoconus, keratoplasty, cornea
Vitamin D Insufficiency and Deficiency in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients on Hemodialysis
Authors: Mariam Elahjal  , Muna Elkouha
Published: July 2024

About one billion people in the world suffer from vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency. Moreover, many data points indicate that vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency are highly prevalent among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or undergoing dialysis. This study aimed to evaluate the level of vitamin D for dialysis patients at the Tripoli dialysis and treatment center. In this single center observational study, hospitalized dialysis patients who were diagnosed of Stage 5 CKD and healthy (control) groups had taken measurement of serum 25(OH)D in the Tripoli dialysis and treatment center. In this regard, One hundred and four patients were included in this study, of which (37%) were in Vitamin D insufficiency state while (30%) were in Vitamin D deficiency state. For the comparison between vitamin D levels among dialysis patients and control group which revealed that there were no significant differences between them with a p-value of 0.094. Furthermore, the correlation between serum 25 (OH) vitamin D, creatinine, PTH, and urea showed that there was a weak negative correlation between serum vitamin D and creatinine (r = -0.364, p = 0.255), between vitamin D and PTH (r = -0.378, p = 0.226), and between vitamin D and urea (r = -0.347, p = 0.269). Obviously, although vitamin D deficiency is strongly linked to kidney failure, the tests that work for this disease are limited, so introducing vitamin D for dialysis patients with CKD helps in understanding the patient's condition and helps in disease management.
Analisis Permasalahan Belajar Matematika Siswa Kelas VII SMP Asrol Ulum
Authors: Firdaus Moh Ghufron , Rozie Fachrur
Published: July 2024

This research aims to identify and analyze mathematics learning problems faced by class VII students at Asrol Ulum Middle School, as well as offering relevant solutions based on a review of references and previous research results. The research method uses a qualitative descriptive approach, with data collected through interviews and distributing questionnaires to students. The research results show that factors such as geographical location, interest and motivation to learn, understanding of basic concepts, teacher learning strategies, family support, and learning facilities and infrastructure influence mathematics learning. The proposed solutions include teacher training and development, project-based learning, differentiated learning strategies, good communication between schools and parents, and utilization of local resources. This research provides an in-depth understanding of mathematics learning problems and solutions that can be applied to improve the quality of education at Asrol Ulum Middle School.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Smart Box terhadap Hasil Belajar Bahasa Inggris Materi “Telling Time” Siswa Kelas IV SDN Bulak Banteng 1/263 Surabaya
Authors: Fadila Marshanda Nur , Rozie Fachrur
Published: July 2024

This research aims to determine the impact of implementing Smart Box as learning media in English lessons, specifically on the topic of Telling Time. The research design used is a One Group Pretest-Posttest, utilizing a quantitative research approach. Data analysis used the normality test, N Gain test and t test (t test) with the help of SPSS 23. The research results showed that there was an increase in student learning outcomes using Smart Box media in learning English. This is proven by the increase in the average pretest and posttest results. In the pretest, students got an average score of 51.20 and in the posttest they got a score of 82.58. The increase can also be seen from the results of hypothesis testing, namely obtained t = 14.515 and t table 2.048 showing a significant influence so that ha is accepted
Pengaruh Media Sosial Terhadap Perkembangan Bahasa Gaul di Kalangan Remaja Gunungsitoli
Authors: Ndraha Laurensia , Ginting Destin Elsa Putri , Hura Agus Kurniawan , Harefa Noveri Amal Jaya
Published: July 2024

This study was conducted because of the growing use of slang among teenagers in Gunungsitoli. Its goal was to examine how social media influences the evolution of slang among these adolescents. Qualitative research was employed with a descriptive approach. The researcher acted as the main data collection instrument, aided by a camera, field notes, and writing materials. Data were gathered through observation and video recordings, and analysis involved data reduction, presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results revealed that numerous words from formal Indonesian have been transformed into widely used slang among teenagers, with notable positive and negative implications
The Social Media as Means for Self-Expression Against Social Injustice and Agigitation in Nigeria
Authors: Oyewole John Ayodele
Published: July 2024

This work strives to know the place of social media in social assertiveness. The research method is survey. The study uses convenience sampling to select 50 undergraduate students from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko. The findings of the study indicate that the majority of the respondents adopt Facebook and WhatsApp as major social media platforms for expressing their disgust and grievances against social ills and unfavorable government policies. It is also discovered from the study that the majority of the respondents do not expect agents of the government to care about their voices but still find a bit of relief from expressing their grievances through social media. The study concludes that, in spite of this position, the social media remain an escape avenue and means of social assertiveness for the governed.
Genetic variability, correlation and path analysis of yield and yield contributing characters in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) under normal and terminal heat stress condition
Authors: Das Anannya , Das Arpan , Muntaha Sidratul , Akhter Shirin , Sagor G
Published: July 2024

Genetic variability and characters association studies play a pivotal role in enhancing selection efficiency under stress condition in plants. Therefore, the study was aimed at assessing the impact of terminal heat stress on various morpho-physiological traits and their association in wheat under control and terminal heat stress condition. The experiment was conducted using thirty-five wheat genotypes in a Randomized Complete Block design (RCBD) plots on three different sowing dates to induce terminal heat stress. A range of 11 morpho-physiological parameters were assessed. All of the traits showed significant variations under studied conditions. Estimates of the genotypic and phenotypic coefficients of variation (GCV and PCV) showed that PCV was higher than GCV indicating large environmental influence on the expression of the traits under study. High GCV and PCV were observed in grain per plant and yield per plant in both normal and heat stress conditions. Chlorophyll content, grain per plant and yield per plant showed highest heritability with high genetic advance (GA) under both normal and terminal heat stress condition. According to the results of the path co-efficient analysis, grain per plant had a strong positive connection with grain yield and plant height and days to 50% flowering had a negative correlation with grain yield per plant under both normal and stress condition. Canopy temperature has direct negative effect on yield in stress condition. The identified traits can be used as effective selection criteria under terminal heat stress condition to develop high yielding heat tolerant wheat variety.
A review of the stability of antibiotic residues in animal products during food processing
Authors: Mahmood Omar
Published: July 2024

Residues of antimicrobials in food have received much attention in recent years because of growing food safety and public health concerns. The ingestion of veterinary drug residues in edible animal parts and contaminated dairy products constitutes a potential health hazard for its consumers, including, specifically, the possibility of developing multidrug resistance, carcinogenicity, and disruption of intestinal normal microflora. Therefore, the aim of the study was to review the stability of food processing on the antibiotic residues in animal products. We have seen that different cooking procedures, heating temperatures, storage times (cooling and freezing), fermentation, and pH have the significant reduction of drug residues in animal products. Several studies have reported the use of thermal treatments and sterilization to decrease the quantity of antibiotics such as tetracycline, oxytetracycline, macrolides, sulfonamides, azithromycin, chlortetracycline, and doxycycline in animal products. The presence of antibiotic residues in raw milk samples is more than prescribed limits by international regulations, leading to inhibition of growth of starter microorganisms during manufacturing processes of dairy products. Time and temperature of heating, freezing degree, medium pH, and antibiotic type were the most important factors the effect on the stability of the antibiotic residue in food products.
One Health: A must-needed approach for dealing with Monkeypox
Authors: Islam Md , Rahman Al , Rahman Md
Published: July 2024

Monkeypox (Mpox), a zoonotic disease similar to smallpox, is caused by the monkeypox virus and transmitted to humans via infected animals or contaminated materials. Human-to-human transmission occurs through respiratory droplets or contact with infected bodily fluids and objects. Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle aches, and a rash, with severe cases leading to pneumonia, meningitis, and encephalitis. First identified in monkeys in 1958 and humans in 1970, Mpox has since caused sporadic outbreaks, with the largest starting in May 2022. Integrating human, animal, and environmental health into the One Health approach is crucial for early detection, surveillance, research, education, and community engagement to prevent and effectively control Mpox outbreaks.