bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Kapasitas Penyerapan dan Modal Intelektual terhadap Inovasi serta Kinerja Perusahaan dengan Ketidakpastian Lingkungan sebagai Variable Pemoderasi pada Perusahaan Perikanan di Indonesia
Authors: Heksarini Ariesta , Paminto Ardi , Amanda Rafly , Setyadi Djoko
Published: November 2024

The role of intellectual capital and absorptive capacity in enhancing firm performance has gained significant attention in recent years, especially within the context of developing countries. Indonesian fisheries, being a critical sector for the country's economy, require effective management of intellectual resources to drive innovation and improve performance. This study aims to investigate the influence of intellectual capital and absorptive capacity on innovation and firm performance in Indonesian fisheries companies, with a particular focus on the mediating role of innovation and the moderating role of environmental uncertainty. The research employs a quantitative approach using a descriptive research design. Data were collected from 70 Indonesian fisheries companies through surveys. The collected data were analyzed using Partial Least Square (PLS) method with the help of WarpPLS software. This study found that intellectual capital and absorptive capacity impact innovation and company performance Additionally, innovation mediates the relationship between intellectual capital, absorptive capacity, and company performance The influence of absorptive capacity on innovation is moderated by environmental uncertainty. The findings suggest that enhancing intellectual capital and absorptive capacity can lead to improved innovation and firm performance, particularly in dynamic and uncertain environments. This highlights the need for fisheries companies to invest in intellectual resources and develop robust absorptive capacities to sustain competitive advantage.
Pengaruh Training dan Sistem Kerja Kontrak serta Insentif terhadap Kinerja Pegawai pada Badan Riset dan Inovasi Daerah Kabupaten Kutai Timur
Authors: Y Syaharuddin , Fauziyah Farah
Published: November 2024

This study examines the influence of training and contract work systems and incentives on employee performance at the Regional Research and Innovation Agency of Kutai Timur Regency. The Agency, a key player in the research, provided the context and data for our study. We used a quantitative analysis method, collecting data by distributing questionnaires face-to-face to 35 respondents, all employees at the Agency. The data was processed using Partial Least Square (PLS) 4.0 software. Our findings show that while Training (X1) does not significantly affect Employee Performance (Y), the Contract Work System (X2) and Incentives (X3) do have a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance (Y) at the Regional Research and Innovation Agency of Kutai Timur Regency.
Food Additives of Cereals, Legumes, and Their By-Products, and the Role of Bioinformatics of Food Sciences
Authors: Sheikha M. AlGhannam Soheir N. Abd El-Rahman , Sandak Raafat N.
Published: November 2024

Food additives offer a way to reduce food loss and waste, while simultaneously maintaining the supply of readily available, reasonably priced, and nutrient-dense food for human consumption, thus feeding the globe. Following a century of continuous research and technological advancements in the food industry, more than three thousand naturally occurring and artificially manufactured compounds have been added to food during processing or preparation in order to give it certain, desired qualities. Though the use of food additives has aided in the food industry’s explosive expansion, there have also been unintended health effects that raise concerns for the general public’s health. In order to encourage safe use and limit detrimental health effects, this paper examines the significant role that food additives play in the food industry, as well as current advancements and trends in the food sector. It also identifies various health hazards that are linked to specific food additives. Bioinformatics can be used to efficiently access all of the genomic, proteome, and metabolomics data that has been found thus far, and to make this data available to any particular industry, group, or corporation in order to improve the nutritional value, taste, and quality of food that is to be produced. The function of bioinformatics and a few methods in the field of food sciences have been covered here.
Impact of Social Studies Curriculum Contents on the Achievement of Social Cohesion: Role of Transformative Learning Theory
Authors: Esther Chia Ogheneovo , Abdul-Samad Aliyu
Published: November 2024

Social cohesion is vital for societal stability and harmony, particularly in multicultural contexts. Education plays a crucial role in shaping attitudes and values that promote unity. This paper explores the role of Social Studies curriculum in fostering Social Cohesion in educational institutions, particularly in regions with diverse social, ethnic, and religious groups. Social cohesion is critical for societal stability and development, and education is a fundamental vehicle for promoting unity. The study reviews key curriculum contents, such as citizenship education, multiculturalism, human rights, and conflict resolution, highlighting their impact on shaping students' attitudes toward social harmony. This study employed a mixed-methods research design, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to gather comprehensive data on students' perceptions. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews. A Sample size of 200 students and 20 educators from diverse backgrounds were used for this study. Stratified random sampling was used to ensure representation across different demographics. The study found that Over 75% of students reported that their Social Studies classes helped them understand diverse perspectives, and students who participated in community projects reported higher levels of social cohesion. The findings suggest that Social Studies curricula should include themes that promote common values, civic responsibility and also reiterated that interactive and collaborative learning approaches are essential for enhancing social cohesion among students.
Mathematics Education and Entrepreneurial Skills Development, among Junior Secondary School Students in Tai Local Government Area Rivers State
Authors: Nna-Kue Nbame Letam
Published: November 2024

The paper examined Mathematics Education and Entrepreneurial Skills Development, among Junior Secondary School Students’ in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State. Descriptive research design was employed for the study. Three research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. The population of the study consisted of 2000 JSS3 students from ten (10) public secondary schools in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State. Simple random sampling technique was used to draw a sample of 333 JSS3 students, using Taro Yamane to determine the sample size. Self-structured instrument titled ‘’Mathematics Education and Entrepreneurial Skills Development Questionnaire’’ was used for data collection. The reliability of the instrument was established through Cronbach Alpha which yielded reliability coefficient of 0.84. Mean and Standard Deviation were used to answer the research questions, while simple regression associated with t-test was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that there was no significant difference on the extent integrating entrepreneurial skills training into Mathematics education for problem-solving abilities there was no significant difference on the effectiveness pedagogical approaches to merge with mathematics education with entrepreneurial skill development. Finally, there is significant difference on the role hands-on practical application played in enhancing the assimilation of mathematical concepts in entrepreneurial skill development for Junior Secondary School students in Tai Local Government Area. The study recommended school management should encourage collaborative learning and critical thinking by integrating entrepreneurial skills development with mathematics education. This can be done through group projects, allowing students to brainstorm solutions to entrepreneurial challenges using mathematical principles. Teachers with a strong Mathematical foundation who are diverse in content and subject matter should encourage students to explore diverse business ideas, promoting creativity and innovation alongside mathematical proficiency.
Community Participation’s Mediating Effect on Project Planning and Road Project Performance in Kenya’s Arid and Semi-Arid Counties
Authors: Abdi Tiksan , Okeyo Washington , Machoka Paul
Published: November 2024

The road construction industry is inherently complex due to the involvement of numerous parties, including the government, contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and regulators. In Kenya, road projects have been facing challenges, resulting in delays, increased costs, and subpar quality. The study was anchored on theory of constraints and supported by Stakeholder Theory, Resource Based View Theory and Regulation Theory. The purpose of the study was to examine the mediating role of community participation in the link between project planning and road project performance in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid counties. The study adopted positivism philosophy. The study applied a descriptive survey research design that was cross sectional in nature. The study adopted purposive sampling technique where primary data was collected using a questionnaire from 198 respondents. The study respondents were the contracted company’s project managers, county public works officers and the local community leaders who are most advantageously placed and in the best position to provide the information required. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics which included correlation and multiple regressions. The study results revealed that strong positive correlation (R=0.648) between project planning and performance of road projects; strong positive and statistically significant correlation (R=0.718) between project planning, community participation and performance of road projects; and that 51% (R2=0.510) of variation in and performance of road projects is explained by the project planning, community participation. Further, community participation partially mediates the relationship between project planning and performance of road projects. The study recommends the development of comprehensive and workable project designs that take into account the one-of-a-kind conditions that are typical of arid and semi-arid regions. There is a need for greater investment in training and development efforts that target project planners and engineers, with the purpose of expanding their knowledge and understanding of the design and execution of road projects within arid and semi-arid regions. Establishment of project planning frameworks that are especially adapted to the contextual needs of arid and semi-arid settings is an absolute necessity if one wants to successfully handle the one-of-a-kind difficulties that are offered by arid and semi-arid environments.
Effectiveness of Learner-Centred Approaches on Quality of Imaginative Writing among Grade Six Learners in Kakamega East Sub-County
Authors: Asanya Beatrice M. , Ojwang Benson ’ , Okwako Erick
Published: November 2024

English Language plays a very important role as a medium of instruction at all levels of learning in educational institutions in Kenya. The current study sought to investigate effectiveness of learner-centred approaches in enhancing quality of imaginative writing among grade six learners in Kakamega East Sub-county under the newly implemented Competency Based Curriculum (CBC), a paradigm shift from 8-4-4 teacher-centred learning. However, despite the adoption of these approaches 47.5% of learners could not write quality compositions, as seen in their performance in the School-Based Assessment. Lev Vygotsky’s theory of cognitive development was used to underpin the study. The theory asserts that cultural and social factors influence cognitive development. The target population was 6762 respondents from 98 public schools. Simple random sampling, stratified sampling and purposive sampling were used to sample 171 respondents in 79 primary schools from the sub county. Yamane’s formula was also used to determine the sample. Primary data was collected through questionnaires, interview schedules, document analysis, and observation schedules. Quantitative data was analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and presented using frequency tables, percentages, and pie charts. Among other findings was that teachers did not utilize learner-centred approaches to achieve quality in imaginative writing which was attributed to the fact that Imaginative Writing was not assessed at Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA). Therefore, among other recommendations the study recommended that the management of primary schools’ implement ICT. The study also recommended that the government through Kenya National Examination Council should consider assessing Imaginative Writing at KPSEA.
SIMULAÇÃO: INTEGRAÇÃO DE SENSORES DO TIPO CÉLULA DE CARGA E SOFTWARE ELIPSE E3 NO MONITORAMENTO DE SILOS DE GRANALHA
Authors: Pedro Manzini João , Carlos Rossetto Minhoni Danilo , Florian Fabiana
Published: November 2024

O trabalho tem objetivo de simular a implementação de um sistema de monitoramento automatizado para um silo de armazenagem de granalha de aço, utilizando sensores do tipo célula de carga. Foi realizado um estudo em uma empresa do setor de pré-tratamento de superfícies e pintura, e pesquisa bibliográfica com foco na tecnologia de monitoramento de silos. Os resultados da simulação evidenciam que a integração dos sensores com um Controlador Lógico Programável (CLP) e o uso do software Elipse E3 permitem a simulação da medição contínua e em tempo real dos níveis de granalha, resultando em dados mais confiáveis e na otimização da gestão de estoques. Conclui-se a importância da automação no processo de monitoramento, minimizando os riscos de interrupções na produção e proporcionar uma abordagem mais eficiente e precisa na administração dos recursos.
DESCRIÇÃO DO PERFIL EPIDEMIOLÓGICO DA DOENÇA DE CHAGAS NO AMAZONAS
Authors: Costa Lopes Natany , Moreira Porto Yara Christie , Evangelista Alves Joniomá
Published: November 2024

A doença de Chagas, ainda endêmica na região Norte, é causada por um parasito e transmitida principalmente através do inseto “barbeiro”. O agente causador é um protozoário denominado Trypanosoma cruzi. Objetivo: Descrever o perfil epidemiológico da doença de chagas no Amazonas referente ao ano de 2023. Método: Trata-se de um estudo retrospectivo, descritivo com abordagem quantitativa de dados públicos (publicados no Site da Fundação de Medicina Tropical Dr. Heitor Vieira Dourado-FMT/HVD, no ícone Vigiweb. Resultados: De janeiro a dezembro de 2023 foram notificados no Brasil 5.460 casos de Doenças de Chagas, destas, a maioria em pessoas do sexo feminino (57,5%) sendo que desse total, 47 (0,9%) estavam grávidas. A idade mais prevalente nos dois gêneros foi entre 50 e 70 anos (70,1%), e a cor parda (50%), e com ensino fundamental incompleto (28,3%). A região Norte notificou 377 casos (6,9% do total nacional) e o Amazonas 27 (0,5%). Conclusão: A doença de Chagas ainda é um problema latente no Amazonas e a melhor forma de quebrar a cadeia de contágio é a prevenção, que está intimamente relacionada à forma de transmissão e uma das formas de controle é evitar que o vetor “barbeiro” forme colônias dentro das residências, por meio da utilização de inseticidas residuais por equipe técnica habilitada.
MANIFESTAÇÕES GASTROINTESTINAIS EM PACIENTES COM FIBROSE CÍSTICA
Authors: Caliman Santos Ligia , Dos Santos Holanda Thais , Fila Pecenin Mateus
Published: November 2024

Fibrose cística (FC) é uma doença genética autossômica recessiva definida pela disfunção do gene cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR). A mutação no gene CFTR constitui-se na base das alterações encontradas na fibrose cística (FC), afetando também o sistema gastrointestinal, em especial o pâncreas e o fígado. Atualmente mais de 70 mil pessoas sofrem com essa doença que afeta diretamente a qualidade de vida desses pacientes. A identificação da doença em seu estágio inicial e o encaminhamento ágil e adequado para o atendimento especializado dão à atenção primária um caráter essencial para um melhor resultado terapêutico e prognóstico dos casos. O monitoramento de doenças gastrointestinais deve ser realizado tendo em vista que essas manifestações implicam na dificuldade de absorção de água, vitaminas e proteínas, provocando o espessamento de secreções pancreáticas e intestinais. A consequência do espessamento está diretamente ligada a obstrução intestinal e colelitíase biliar como a principal característica de manifestação de doença hepática. A FC, por peculiaridades de acometimento multissistêmico e crônico, necessita tratamento abrangente e eficaz, que resulte em aumento da expectativa de vida dos pacientes, com o objetivo de diminuir a progressão da doença, melhorar o prognóstico e a sobrevida do paciente fibrocístico. Esse artigo de revisão destaca os principais pontos sobre a FC, no que diz respeito à genética, fisiologia e clínica desta doença.
MORADIA COMO DIREITO SOCIAL: AS POLÍTICAS HABITACIONAIS COMO FERRAMENTA DE EFETIVAÇÃO DA CIDADANIA
Authors: Chacon Alcântara Azevedo Maria Laura , Do Nascimento Carlos Francisco
Published: November 2024

O artigo aborda o direito à moradia no Brasil como um direito social fundamental, essencial para a dignidade da pessoa humana e a justiça social. Analisa-se a evolução das políticas habitacionais desde a criação do Banco Nacional de Habitação (BNH), em 1964, até o Programa “Casa Verde e Amarela”, de 2020, e a retomada do “Minha Casa, Minha Vida”, em 2023, evidenciando a limitação dessas iniciativas ao focar exclusivamente na promoção da casa própria. A pesquisa identifica que essa abordagem contribuiu para a exclusão de famílias de baixa renda, com altos índices de inadimplência e impactos limitados na redução do déficit habitacional. Além disso, as crises políticas e econômicas, como a de 2014, influenciaram na continuidade dessas políticas, culminando no desmonte do Programa “Minha casa, Minha Vida”, em 2021. O estudo sugere que uma reestruturação das políticas habitacionais é essencial para garantir o acesso universal à moradia digna. A análise baseia-se em uma revisão histórica e documental das políticas habitacionais no Brasil. Conclui-se que é necessário adotar uma abordagem mais ampla e inclusiva, para solucionar o déficit habitacional e promover a equidade.
Online public language policing as a biopower
Authors: Pajunen Henni
Published: November 2024

The pervasive integration of the internet and social media into contemporary society has provided ordinary language users with a far-reaching and ever-vigilant surveillance tool that can be used to monitor, regulate, and control social norms, including language norms. When the target of this regulation is language, the practice is known as language policing. By categorizing and analyzing micro-level, community-based language policing practices in posts and comments from three Finnish Facebook language discussion groups, this article examines language policing as a form of biopower. It serves as a mechanism through which ordinary language users can police written Standard Finnish, control each other's language usage, reproduce dominant language ideologies, and, conversely, challenge them. Using a theory-driven content analysis approach and drawing upon the concepts of shaming types developed by Murumaa-Mengel and Muuli, as well as Foucault's theory of biopower, the analysis reveals two distinct techniques. Firstly, it demonstrates that normation occurs through language policing practices such as denunciatory, recreational, pedagogic, and participative approaches. These practices serve to reinforce established language norms and are in line with standard language ideology. Secondly, the analysis highlights the technique of normalization, in the forms of reflective and normalizing language policing practices. These offer a more critical view of codified language norms and are more accepting of norm-deviations, aligning with more critical language ideologies.
FEATURES OF THE CHOREOGRAPHIC ART OF AZERBAIJAN: CONCEPT OF TRAINING AND IMPROVEMENT OF PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Authors: Shahmuradova Nigyar , Saitova Gulnara
Published: November 2024

The development of choreographic art is not a static process, it is steadily developing in accordance with the trends of the time. In modern conditions, leading experts in the field of ballet and national choreography through analytical research identify new forms of dance art and determine current trends in its development. Undoubtedly, the foundation of training professional personnel (ballet artists, dance ensemble artists) in the field of choreography is ballet school. However, the increased demand for choreographer, ballet master and ballet teacher requires new approaches to the educational process. Due to the need to preserve and develop traditions of choreography in the Republic of Azerbaijan, as well as with the aim of training highly qualified specialists in this field, the Baku Choreography Academy was established on the basis of the Baku Choreography School. The purpose of the study is to consider the features of the formation and development of Azerbaijani choreographic art in the context of evolution of the ballet school of Azerbaijan. Objectives: identifying the path of formation and development of the Azerbaijani ballet school; understanding and defining the significance of the production works of choreographers in the context of the choreographic art of Azerbaijan; substantiating the idea and innovation in pedagogical activities for the preparation and improvement of the performing skills of future ballet dancers and dance ensemble artists; defining promising tasks for improving the model for training choreographers based on the development of Azerbaijani dance. Research methods. In accordance with the goals and objectives set in the article, the methods developed by science historical analysis, comparative analysis, method of included pedagogical observation, analytical method of comparison of various pedagogic technologies. The results of the study are guaranteed by the extensive methodological validity of theoretical and practical provisions related to active approaches to solving problems. Describing the main features and principles of the formation and development of the ballet school of Azerbaijan, the authors of the article consider the issue of preservation of traditions, both choreographic art and education, and formulate with specific arguments. Experimental testing of theoretical provisions, based on a wide range of scientific and pedagogical sources.
Relationship between Body Mass Index and Prostate Specific Antigen among Community Men in Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Authors: Ofuru Vitalis Obisike , Okigbeye Danagogo , Iyama Anslem Chester
Published: November 2024

Background: The prevalence of prostate cancer is increasing at a high rate in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The role of androgens, age and genetics are established worldwide. Among others, obesity, a consequence of Improvement in quality of life in the oil rich region, which has also been implicated in several conditions like diabetes, hypertension, depression, osteoarthritis and several other malignancies, could be a risk factor.  Our aim in this study is to establish a relationship between BMI, an index of obesity and Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), a marker for prostate cancer.
 Materials and Methods: We carried out a community-based observational study in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The demographic, anthropometric and medical history of men, forty years and above who have lived in the Niger Delta area of Nigeria for over 15 years and who had no prior history of prostate cancer was taken. The BMI and the quantitative PSA of the participants were determined. The corelation of BMI and PSA was established.
Results: A total of 583 respondents participated in the study. Mean age was 60.53 ±7.82. Mean BMI was 24.49 ±3.75. 18% of respondents were underweight, 53.3% were of normal weight, 35.3% were overweight and 7% were obese. The mean PSA was 4.12ng/ml, 84.5% had normal PSA, 15.5% had PSA greater than 4. There was a weak negative correlation between BMI and serum PSA with Pearson correlation of -0.010.
 Conclusion: This study shows a negative correlation between BMI and prostate cancer. In view of this inverse relationship between PSA and BMI it may be necessary to reduce the threshold for further evaluations like prostate biopsies in patients with high BMI. Additionally more specific diagnostic tools like ultrasound guidance during prostate biopsy may be helpful.
Türk ve Rus atasözleri üzerinden toplumlardaki kadın algısının irdelenmesi
Authors: Dalkılıç Leyla
Published: November 2024

Günümüz sosyal bilimlerinde kadın kavramı ve toplumlardaki algısı, bilim insanlarının her daim araştırma alanında yer alan bir konu olmuştur. Bu konunun inceleme alanlarından bir tanesi de bizi çevreleyen dünyanın gerçekliklerini kalıplara döken atasözleridir. Kuşaktan kuşağa aktarılan, uzun yıllar boyunca edinilen deneyimlere, gözlemlere dayalı yargıları, genel kural, bilgece düşünce veya öğüt olarak aktaran kalıplaşmış sözler olan atasözleri üzerinden kadın olgusunun incelenmesi ile belirli toplumlarda kadının yeri nedir, ne olmuştur, kadın bu toplumlarda nasıl görülmüştür ve görülmektedir sorularına cevap aranmıştır. Bu çalışmada Türk ve Rus dillerinde kadına yönelik söylenmiş olan atasözlerinin karşılaştırmalı bir incelemesi yapılmaya çalışılmıştır. Türkçe-Rusça dil çifti temelinde incelenen bu çalışmada amaç kadına yönelik atasözleri üzerinden diller arasındaki benzerlik ve farklılıkları ortaya koymaya çalışmaktır. Böylece hem Rus hem de Türk toplumlarında kadına olan bakış açısı irdelenerek toplumların dilsel dünya görüşlerinin belirlenebilmesi hedeflenmiştir. Dillerdeki atasözlerini irdelemeden önce, genel olarak her iki toplumda kadınların yeri, bu toplumların kadınlara olan bakış açıları da tarihsel düzlemde kısaca ele alınmıştır. Anlam açısından daha çok olumsuz bir bakış açısıyla kendini gösteren kadına yönelik atasözleri, aktardıkları düşünceler çerçevesinde kategorize edilmiş, bu sınıflandırma bir tabloyla sunulmuştur. Son olarak kadına yönelik olumsuz
Bulanık-PIPRECIA temelli MARCOS yöntemiyle Orta Doğu ülkelerinin askeri güçlerinin sıralanması
Authors: Atalay Ömer
Published: November 2024

Bir ülkenin askeri gücü hem iç hem de dış tehditlere karşı en önemli caydırıcı gücüdür. Savunma harcamaları, personel yeterliliği, hava, kara ve deniz kuvvetleri güçleri bir ülkenin askeri anlamda ne kadar güçlü olduğunu ölçmeye yarayan en önemli unsurlardır. Bu çalışmada Orta Doğu'da yer alan ve Global Firepower sitesinde PwrIndx skoruna göre bu bölgede askeri güç sıralamasında ilk 10’da yer alan ülkelerin yeniden sıralamaları çok kriterli karar verme yöntemleri yardımıyla belirlenmeye çalışılmıştır. Çalışmada 10 alternatif, 5 ana kriter ve bu ana kriterlere ilişkin toplam 11 alt kriter dikkate alınmıştır. Alternatiflerin kriterlere ilişkin bilgileri Global Firepower isimli internet sitesinden alınmıştır. Kriter ağılıkları, subjektif ağırlıklandırma yöntemlerinden Bulanık-PIPRECIA yöntemiyle uzman görüşlerine dayalı olarak hesaplanmıştır. Alternatiflerilerin sıralamaları ise MARCOS yöntemi ile elde edilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda en önemli ana kriter “Hava Kuvvetleri Gücü”, en önemli alt kriter ise “Saldırı Uçağı Sayısı” olarak tespit edilmiştir. Sıralamalarda ise PwrIndx skoruna yüksek oranda benzerlik gösteren bir neticeye ulaşılmıştır. PwrIndx puanına göre 1. sırada yer alan Türkiye 2. sıraya gerilemiş, 3. sırada yer alan Mısır ise 1. sıraya yükselmiştir. Son iki sırada yer alan Katar ve Kuveyt'in sıralamaları değişmemiştir.
Kadın Dostu Kent Bakışıyla Ordu İli
Authors: Kablay Sebiha
Published: November 2024

Toplumsal cinsiyet rolleri kadınları genellikle ev içinde kalmaya zorlamaktadır. Ataerkil tutum; kadınların -ev içi sorumlulukları ve ev dışına çıkmasının hoş karşılanmaması nedeniyle- toplumsal hayata katılmasına engel olur. Özellikle kentsel alanlarda kadınlar kentsel mekanları kullanımı açısından dezavantajlıdırlar. Kentler genelde eril ihtiyaçlara ya da araçlara göre tasarlanmaktadır. Özellikle çocuk, yaşlı ya da engelli aile üyelerine bakan kadınlar için kentsel mekanın uygun hale getirilmesi daha da önemlidir. Bu konuda düzenlemeler yapılmaması onların daha fazla kentten uzaklaşmasına neden olmaktadır. Birleşmiş Milletler tarafından desteklenen Kadın Dostu Kent yaklaşımı kentte kadınların haklarının gözetilmesini, yerel karar alma süreçlerine katılmasını ve toplumsal cinsiyet eşitliğinin sağlanmasını hedeflemektedir. Bu çalışmada Ordu ilindeki kentsel tasarım ve hizmetler Kadın Dostu kent bakış açısıyla ele alınmıştır. Çalışmada kadınlara yönelik olarak pek çok eğitim, meslek edindirme, istihdam ve kadın örgütlerine destek konularında gelişme sağlandığı görülmüştür. Ancak Ordu ilinde kadınların yönetime katılması, ulaşım, trafik, güvenlik ve kentsel alanın kadınlara göre dizayn edilmesi açısından sorunları olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Decentralized Supply Chain Management Using Blockchain for Enhanced Security and Anti-Counterfeiting
Authors: Durgesh K. Sharma  , Vishal J. Mungal  , Amit P. Khairnar  , Swaraj D. Gavali  , Prof. U. B. Bhadange
Published: November 2024

As global supply chains grow in complexity, the infiltration of counterfeit products has become a pervasive issue, threatening consumer safety, brand equity, and compliance. This paper proposes a blockchain-based decentralized supply chain management system leveraging Ethereum and Hyperledger Fabric for enhanced transparency, security, and anti-counterfeiting. The system integrates smart contracts and QR code-based verification, providing end-to-end traceability and user-friendly interactions. Results demonstrate significant improvements in product authenticity verification, operational efficiency, and stakeholder trust.
Volume 3
Authors:   Undergraduate Research Journal of Psychology at UCLA
Published: November 2024

URJP Publication: Volume 3
Extração supercrítica e Mauritia flexuosa: potenciais aplicações na extração de componentes bioativos para o desenvolvimento de bioprodutos
Authors: Melo Leonardo Victor Gomes de , Ferreira Maria Caroline Rodrigues , De Carvalho Junior Raul Nunes
Published: November 2024

Introdução: Mauritia flexuosa (buriti) é reconhecida pelo seu fruto rico em bioativos, que possuem propriedades biológicas de interesse. Com a busca pelo desenvolvimento sustentável, a extração supercrítica de matrizes vegetais tem se destacado, permitindo a obtenção de extratos com elevada concentração de bioativos e isentos de contaminantes, tornando interessante investigar a extração supercrítica de buriti visando o desenvolvimento de bioprodutos. Objetivo: Utilizar o método de pesquisa de revisão integrativa para verificar pesquisas sobre a extração supercrítica de componentes bioativos de Mauritia flexuosa, no intuito de verificar sua viabilidade no desenvolvimento de produtos biotecnológicos para as indústrias alimentícia, farmacêutica e de cosméticos. Material e métodos: A busca de artigos científicos foi realizada utilizando as bases de dados Google Acadêmico, ScienceDirect e Scientific Eletronic Library On-line (SciELO) usando termos-chave relacionados ao tema, sem fixação de limites temporais, com posterior seleção de artigos que se relacionavam à extração supercrítica de compostos bioativos de buriti e suas aplicações no desenvolvimento de bioprodutos. Resultados: Óleo e torta desengordurada são os insumos obtidos a partir da extração supercrítica de buriti e mostraram composição de bioativos promissoras, com destaque às altíssimas concentrações de carotenoides do óleo e aumento da concentração de polifenóis na torta desengordurada. Além disso, a tecnologia supercrítica permitiu altos rendimentos de extração. Conclusão: A partir da revisão integrativa foi evidenciada a eficácia da tecnologia supercrítica como alternativa adequada e sustentável para a obtenção de extratos com altas concentrações de bioativos a partir da Mauritia flexuosa, estimulando a aplicação desses insumos na formulação de bioprodutos.
História das primeiras docentes do curso de Enfermagem da Universidade de Brasília (1976–1990)
Authors: Ribeiro de Sousa João Vitor , Faustino Andrea Mathes
Published: November 2024

Objetivo: descrever a história profissional das primeiras professoras contratadas e o processo para atuar no curso de enfermagem da Universidade de Brasília entre os anos de 1976 e 1990. Métodos: estudo de natureza histórico-social, baseado em pesquisa documental histórica e oral. Resultados: entre 1976, quando houve a contratação da primeira docente, e 1990, passaram pelo curso mais de 30 docentes, sendo a maioria formada por mulheres, provenientes de outros estados do Brasil, com experiência na docência, em outras instituições. Nesse período, não havia concursos para docentes. A contratação era por seleção criteriosa ou a convite. Ao final de 1980, houve o primeiro concurso docente para o curso. Considerações finais: o curso não foi construído somente de forma física, mas também através de uma formação teórica e prática do corpo docente. Publicações científicas, projetos de pesquisa e ações de extensão universitária foram essenciais para a consolidação da atuação docente.
Nine Decades of Nirula’s: Nation, City, Class
Authors: Bhatia Anjali
Published: November 2024

The public restaurant is an important site for exploring a national society’s tryst with modernity. In the nine decades of its run in Delhi, the national capital of India, the trajectory of Nirula’s is inter-woven with the subcontinent’s history and political economy; it bears the imprint of a developmental state and society. Its expansion and diversification into types of eating establishments, reflect the social character of the city, and the changing profiles of consumers in post-independence India.

This article analyzes the historical trajectory of Nirula’s, an iconic food company founded in Delhi in 1934. I argue that the career trajectory of Nirula’s is inexplicable without reference to the connection between the changing circumstances of production in a national and global field, the character and culture of Delhi, the national capital, and the attitudes and desires of consumers in context of the formation the middle class in India. The explanation alludes to three registers: nation, city, and class.
A Sociological Study on the Importance of Sex Education in School Children to Control Anti-Social Behaviors (from Walasmulla Divisional Secretariat, Hambantota District)
Authors: W. T. D. Wijethunga , S.D.Y Jayarathne
Published: November 2024

Sex is a topic that can be used to construct different interpretations for different sections of society in this country. The first statements about the need for sex education are unfamiliar to the eyes of the people of this country. Sex education in schools also aims to provide adolescents in the country with their age-appropriate sex education. It is questionable whether this sex education is still going well in schools. When you look at the daily news in Sri Lanka, rape, Reports of sexual offenses, such as child abuse, are on the rise. Often young children and adolescents are identified as victims. Accordingly, the main purpose of this research is to study the importance of sex education in school children to control anti-social behavior. And a particular purpose of sexual study of the relationship between the school teacher and the school student to the education , to investigate the contribution of the teacher and the curriculum of schools to control anti-social behavior, the recommendation of the existing school health education curriculum change should be how to identify and to recommend presentation , teacher education and the role of the community as well as the student , personality ,The study of how it affects discipline can be pointed out. The study Walasmulla school of schools Divisional Secretariat Division 13 schools out of 03 have been selected as a study area. The samples and / MV Northern Kanumuldeniya students of 32 million and / Oluara Bandaranaike ka.vi students of 13 million and Kandebadda Secondary School of students 15 were part of the full sample of 60 is. Also, 4 teachers from three schools were selected and information was obtained using an interview schedule. Case studies have also been conducted using the information obtained from them. When asked if students have an understanding of what sex education is, all those selected from the overall census said they have an understanding of sex education. The percentage of students who have an understanding of the difference between health education and sex education is 41.7% and the percentage of students who do not understand the difference between health education and sex education is 58.3%. Also, 76.7% of the total samples stated that sex education of school children is important to control anti-social behavior. It is also clear from the information obtained from the teachers that school children should receive a complete sex education in school.
Integrating Public Health Approaches in the Management of Maternal Health: Addressing Obstetric Complications in Sierra Leone
Authors: Alie Sankoh Mohamed , Yabome Bangura Bernadette Charity , Monya Pambu Daniel , Lamin Turay Mohamed , David Koroma Joseph
Published: November 2024

Maternal health continues to be one of the significant challenges faced by the people of Sierra Leone, driven mainly by obstetric complications and systemic healthcare limitations. Many efforts to enhance clinical care, including managing maternal health, must actively incorporate public health approaches. This narrative review assesses the role played by public health interventions in the fight against obstetric complications in Sierra Leone and recommends strategies for integrating public health and clinical care to improve maternal outcomes. We meticulously conducted an in-depth review of a wide range of peer-reviewed literature and detailed reports and established public health frameworks specifically focused on enhancing maternal health within environments marked by limited resources. The study delved into how critical public health strategies can make a real difference in the well-being of mothers. We are seeing promising improvements in maternal health by ensuring communities have the proper health education, reaching out to expectant mothers with the care they need, and ensuring they have access to professionals during childbirth. However, the journey does not stop there. The research also sheds light on the hurdles we still face, such as the gaps in our healthcare systems, the societal factors that affect health, and the pressing need to boost our health services’ capacity. These findings suggest that combining public health strategies with clinical obstetric care could significantly reduce maternal mortality rates and improve health outcomes by addressing medical and social risk factors. However, none will be achievable in the long run without collaboration between healthcare practitioners, policymakers, and the community.
INITIAL TRAINING OF MATHEMATICS TEACHERS
Authors: Mirele Alves Medeiros Maria , Willames Cirino Oliveira Wesley
Published: November 2024

This study portrays the importance of initial training for mathematics teachers with aspects of praxis, with reflective practice as a relevant factor in the teaching/learning process. It is necessary to integrate specific and pedagogical knowledge with mathematical content, valuing the diversity of knowledge, contributing to the student's critical stance. The aim is to emphasize that initial training needs to be ongoing, developing skills related to how to mediate knowledge for students, as well as understanding the specific knowledge of the subject taught. Training focused on praxis, as discussed throughout this work, allows educators to review their teaching methodologies and strategies with a view to student learning. It is essential that this preparation be consistent with the practice experienced in educational institutions, that is, future educators must be aware of the reality they will experience when they take over a classroom while still in their undergraduate studies. Therefore, significant initial training should guide students to constantly reflect on educational praxis.
Association of Maternal Vitamin D levels with Neonatal Birth Weight
Authors: Sadaqat Ameelia , Batool Hijab , Arshad Majeed Fatima , Asim Khadija , Riaz Fatima , Mumtaz Asim
Published: November 2024

Objective: To determine Vitamin-D levels of mothers and comparing these levels with birth
weight and head circumference of newborns.
Methods: It was a cross sectional analytical study conducted in the Department of Obstetrics
and Gynaecology, Central Park Medical College, Lahore. A total of 100 pregnant females
admitted for delivery in our hospital and their newborns were included in the study. Maternal blood
sample was collected immediately after delivery for measurement of 25-(OH)-vitamin D level.
Newborns were physically examined and their birth weight and head circumference was recorded
immediately after birth. All the information was recorded on a pre-designed . Newbornsproforma
were categorized into two groups, neonates with birth weight >2500gm and neonates with birth
weight <2500gm. Mothers were categorized according to their Vitamin D status as deficient,
insufficient and sufficient. Maternal Vitamin-D status was correlated with neonatal birth weight.
SPSS 23.0 was used to analyze the data.
Results: Mean maternal vitamin D level was 22.74 ng/ml . Mean gestational age at delivery was
38 weeks and 6 days. 44% of the mothers had vitamin-D deficiency, 36% had vitamin-D
insufficiency, while only a small percentage of 20% had sufficient Vitamin D levels. Mean neonatal
birth weight was 2.99 Kg. 14 % of all the newborns had low birth weight(<2500gm). Mean
maternal Vitamin D level of low birth weight neonates was significantly lower as compared to the
mothers who gave birth to normal weight neonates. Chi square analysis signified the reverse
relationship between maternal Vitamin D status and head circumference of the new born (p-value
<0.001).
Conclusions: Maternal Vitamin D deficiency could have a negative effect on overall neonatal
health outcome by increasing the risk of low birth weight. Awareness programs and Vitamin
supplementation should be introduced in antenatal health care to prevent adverse neonatal
outcomes.
Perception of Medical Students Regarding Gender Discrimination in Their Learning Environment
Authors: jathol mahnoor , Rasheed Irem , Sadaqat Ameelia , Ahmad Waleed , Rana Amal , Arshad Rameen , Saddiq Sadaf
Published: November 2024

Objective: To evaluate perception of gender discrimination among students in medical colleges.
Methods and Materials: A descriptive study was conducted among 316 students in one public and one private
medical college of Lahore from December 2023 to March 2024 through a self-administered questionnaire. Associations were determined between background variables and gender discrimination responses using chi-
square test of independence with p-value <0.05.SPSS version 22 was used for data analysis.
Results: In our study female students voiced higher rates of dissatisfaction with their medical college experiencing
unequal treatment in both lectures (p = 0.001) and in wards (p = 0.007).Female students perceived that there is
disadvantage associated with having a child during education (p = 0.038) and expressed greater concerns
about parenting during medical studies (p = 0.038). They reported getting lesser opportunities for advancement
like applying for doctoral thesis as compared to male students. Both genders felt that females are given preferences in getting scholarships.
Conclusion: Gender disparities persist in medical college experiences, with female students reporting higher
dissatisfaction, fewer opportunities, and unequal treatment. Initiatives are needed to address these disparities
and promote gender equality in medical education.
SISTEM PENGAMANAN DOKUMEN MENGGUNAKAN ALGORITMA KRIPTOGRAFI ADVANCED ENCRYPTION STANDARD (AES-256)
Authors: Ridho Akbar , Romli Moh Ali
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini membahas implementasi algoritma Advanced Encryption Standard (AES-256) untuk mengamankan dokumen digital. Dengan meningkatnya kebutuhan untuk melindungi informasi sensitif dari peretasan dan pelanggaran data, penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya strategi keamanan informasi yang efektif. Proses enkripsi meliputi transformasi AddRoundKey, beberapa putaran transformasi (SubBytes, ShiftRows, MixColumns, dan AddRoundKey), serta putaran akhir tanpa MixColumns. Proses dekripsi merupakan kebalikan dari enkripsi, menggunakan transformasi invers. Algoritma AES mendukung panjang kunci 128, 192, dan 256 bit, dengan jumlah putaran yang bervariasi (10, 12, dan 14 putaran, masing-masing). Hasil implementasi ditampilkan melalui aplikasi web yang memungkinkan pengguna untuk mengelola proses enkripsi dan dekripsi dengan mudah, dilengkapi dengan dasbor yang menampilkan informasi pengguna dan file status. Pengujian Black Box dilakukan untuk memastikan sistem berfungsi dengan baik, konfirmasi bahwa AES-256 secara efektif melindungi data sensitif dari akses tidak sah. Kesimpulannya dampak efektivitas AES-256 dalam pengamanan dokumen digital dan menyarankan penelitian lebih lanjut untuk mengintegrasikan teknologi keamanan tambahan serta meningkatkan kegunaan bagi pengguna non-teknis.
PENGEMBANGAN APLIKASI MANAJEMEN KEUANGAN KOPERASI JATI HUSADA MULYA MENGGUNAKAN METODE FAST
Authors: Pratiwi Cindhi , Hidayat Ahmad Tri
Published: November 2024

Perkembangan teknologi informasi di era globalisasi telah mengubah cara operasional Koperasi Simpan Pinjam (KSP), khususnya dalam hal manajemen keuangan. Salah satu tantangan utama yang dihadapi KSP adalah penggunaan metode manual dalam pengelolaan keuangannya, yang sering kali menyebabkan keterlambatan dalam penyusunan laporan keuangan yang akurat, menyeluruh, dan tepat waktu. Keterlambatan ini mempengaruhi pengambilan keputusan yang kurang optimal dan berpotensi membahayakan kelangsungan bisnis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan aplikasi manajemen keuangan berbasis teknologi, yang dapat meningkatkan efisiensi, akurasi, dan transparansi dalam pengelolaan keuangan KSP. Aplikasi ini dirancang menggunakan React untuk antarmuka pengguna yang interaktif dan MongoDB NoSQL sebagai basis data untuk mengelola transaksi dan data anggota. Pengembangan aplikasi ini menggunakan metode Framework for the Application of System Thinking (FAST) yang disesuaikan dengan kebutuhan koperasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa aplikasi ini dapat meningkatkan kinerja keuangan KSP, mendukung pengambilan keputusan yang lebih baik, meningkatkan transparansi kepada anggota, serta memudahkan pengelolaan data. Dengan demikian, aplikasi ini berkontribusi terhadap pertumbuhan berkelanjutan KSP dan kesejahteraan anggotanya.