bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Value Assessment of Internet Healthcare Enterprises Based on DCF and EVA: Evidence from JD Health
Authors: Ding Maoxiang
Published: March 2024

The "Internet + healthcare" model of the medical industry has been existed for many years, and with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the general increase in people's health awareness. The demand for the industry has further increased, but most of the Internet healthcare industry is currently in a poor state of operation. Therefore, this study takes JD Health as an example and analyzes some problems arising from the development process of this industry by calculating the results of the DCF valuation model and EVA valuation model of this enterprise. According to the analysis, it was learned that JD Health is currently undervalued, meaning that the company's stock price may be lower than its true value, given that JD Health is earning more than the capital invested, suggesting that the company has a high level of profitability and return, which suggests that the company has a good potential for profitability. These results provide targeted suggestions and countermeasures for the development of the industry and promote the healthy development of the Internet medical industry.
The Advantages and Risks of M&A Across Country: Evidence from Infineon
Authors: Chen Yutong
Published: March 2024

By taking over Cypress Semiconductor, Infineon completed a stage of its development strategy. This study takes the case of Infineon take over Cypress Semiconductor as an example to analyse the advantages and risks of M&A across country for acquirer. In the great backdrop of semiconductor industry’s fast development, this measure completes the short come and expand the products’ scope of Infineon’s business, making automobile electronics the pillar part of its revenue. The strengthen of business in China also helps to improve the firm’s revenue. It is obvious that M&A across country brings the acquirer new market and new guests in other region outside its own country, and improves one’s industrial technology. Besides advantages, M&A across country brings risks on different aspects. In financial aspect, it may lay capital burden on the firm, causing difficulty in turnover. Besides, politics of the two firms’ country and laws are possible to be sensitive. Companies need to be careful not to violate them. For the corporations who want to complete a successful M&A, they should better look into the detailed information of both themselves and the target firm, including their needs and anti-risk ability. Carefully assessments toward the risks and benefits are import before making the final decision. These results shed light on guiding further exploration of M&A with multi-nations.
Analysis of REITs in the Post-epidemic Era: Evidence from Boshi Shekou Industrial Park
Authors: La Yuhan , Wu Ruoyu , Zhang Muyang
Published: March 2024

Under the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the production and business activities of enterprises have stagnated, and the real economy has been seriously affected negatively. In order to revitalize stock assets and complete high-quality economic transformation, China has introduced REITs as financial instruments, and the development of REITs in China is still in the exploratory stage, which has a wide range of development space. This study will take the REITs of Boshi Shekou Industrial Park as the analysis object. Based on the analysis of the market value and the causes of almost complete, Chinese REITs got failure and entered the state of grinding the bottom from 2023. Subsequently, we will estimate the risks which it may face in the future. According to the estimated results, this study will put forward feasible suggestions in terms of institutional policies and future innovation to facilitate the recovery and sustainable development of China's economy in the post-epidemic era.
The Impact of Scarcity Marketing Models on Consumer Behavior in the Luxury Industry - The Case of Hermes
Authors: Wang Shuai
Published: March 2024

With the continuous development of China's economic level, major luxury brands have entered the Chinese market one after another. People's rising living standards and more disposable income provide a strong impetus for the development of the luxury goods industry. At the same time, the luxury industry is also facing the challenges of market expansion and balancing product scarcity. The study analyzes the impact of scarcity marketing on consumers and puts forward feasible suggestions through the combination of scarcity marketing theory and Maslow's demand theory. On the base of a comprehensive analysis of the existing literature, the study summarizes and analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of scarcity marketing in the luxury goods industry. This study demonstrates the successful application of scarcity marketing by combining the case of Hermes. Hermès created the scarcity and uniqueness of products through limited sales, high pricing, and distribution system, which stimulated consumers' desire to buy and product sales. However, this also brings some negative effects including queuing, hype, limiting market size, intensifying market competition, and damaging brand reputation. Therefore, this study puts forward a number of feasible suggestions including formulating diversified pricing strategies, providing differentiated products and services, and strengthening brand social responsibility.
Using the Literature Analysis Method to Analyze the Marketing Strategy of Virtual Image in the Meta-universe
Authors: Yan Zitong
Published: March 2024

With the development of the Internet, the phenomenon of breaking the circle of dimensional culture makes many avatars gradually increase their influence on consumers. And under the rise of virtual image and dimensional culture, digital marketing also plays an increasingly important role in advertising means. How to deal with the relationship between virtual image and advertising in the dimensional culture is the key to the next research. Solving this problem can not only make advertising stand out under the background of digital economy era, but also promote the academic research on virtual image and digital marketing further. Based on the analysis of previous literature, this paper will combine the meta-universe virtual image with marketing strategy, and on the basis of analyzing the virtual idol industry chain and commercial value, combine the virtual image with brand marketing through cross-border cooperation, to clarify the opportunities and risks in the development of virtual image. On the one hand, the creative, virtual and digital character of virtual image plays a positive role in brand marketing and provides guarantee for brand cooperation and long-term development. On the other hand, the inauthenticity and instability of the virtual image will hinder the further development of the virtual image. Therefore, meta-universe marketing should focus on the creation of virtual image, excellent content output and authenticity close to the audience to promote the further development of meta-universe marketing.
Analysis of Enterprise Valuation and Future Development Trends of BYD Company
Authors: Lai Ye , Li Dongliang , Luo Yida , Wu Guosheng
Published: March 2024

Due to the depletion of fossil fuels required by traditional vehicles and a series of environmental problems, new energy vehicles have gradually entered the public's vision with the advantages of low pollution, low price and high comfort. In recent years, BYD's new energy vehicles have occupied a place in China's new energy market with strong competitive advantages. This paper selects BYD as the research object, conducts valuation research on BYD enterprise, and provides suggestions for the development of new energy automobile enterprises. We mainly analyze BYD's financial performance from four aspects: profitability, debt paying ability, operating ability and development ability. Subsequently, the BYD's financial data is used to calculate WACC, FCFF in the next 3-5 years, and finally uses DCF method to evaluate the enterprise. According to the analysis, BYD's core competitiveness continues to improve, its financial performance is high, and its enterprise value in the next 3-5 years is still increasing, which is worthy of investment. This is of great significance to the research of the future development trend of new energy.
The Impact of the COVID-19 on the International Financial Market
Authors: Zhang Caiwei
Published: March 2024

In early 2020, a rampant coronavirus posed a global health threat, endangering lives and economies. The pandemic struck a severe blow to the world's financial markets, exacerbating the vulnerabilities inherent in the interconnected global economy. Economic globalization facilitated swift cross-border transmission of financial risks. Beyond 2021, recurring waves of the pandemic continued to reshape the financial landscape. The ensuing dangers had varying impacts on global trade, currency and interest rate markets, and stocks, as outlined in this article. However, experts generally agree that while anomalies and short-term volatility may arise, they are unlikely to trigger widespread financial collapse. To mitigate potential issues, governments should strategically employ monetary and fiscal policies. These measures can include coordinated macroeconomic regulation to aid business resumption and stability reinforcement for national currencies, such as the RMB. These actions aim to support overall financial market recovery. In conclusion, the year 2020 marked the onset of a global pandemic that endangered lives and disrupted economies worldwide. The ensuing financial repercussions were amplified by the interconnectedness of the global economic system. Although subsequent years witnessed recurrent pandemic challenges, experts believe that while risks are real, they aren't expected to culminate in systemic financial crises. Governments are advised to implement well-calibrated monetary and fiscal strategies to navigate these challenges, fostering business recovery and safeguarding currency stability for the ultimate revival of national financial markets.
An Associative Analysis Method to Estimate Impact between Financial Market Risk and Macroeconomic Risk
Authors: Tu Jinjia
Published: March 2024

The intertwining and close correlation between financial market risk and macroeconomic risk have been a focal point of academic research. By constructing financial stress index and macroeconomic risk index, and employing the Time-Varying Parameter Vector Autoregression (TVP-VAR) model, this study analyzes the complex dynamic interactions between financial market risk and macroeconomic risk. The results indicate a bidirectional and intersecting relationship between financial market risk and macroeconomic risk. Financial market risk exerts a relatively significant impact on macroeconomic risk, and its accumulation exacerbates the downward pressure on the macroeconomy, while its alleviation does not promptly lead to economic prosperity. Moreover, there exists a significant time-varying correlation between financial market risk and macroeconomic risk, with macroeconomic risk continuously augmenting its promoting effect on financial market risk.
Multi-modal Analysis of Water Milk Consumption Preferences and Influencing Factors——Based on Shanghai's Generation Z Crowd
Authors: Li Jianrong
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the consumption preference and influencing factors of Buffalo Milk among Shanghai's Generation Z population, to provide marketing strategy references for dairy companies, and to promote the healthy development of Shanghai's Buffalo Milk market.In this paper, we first take the Generation Z population as the main body through network survey and literature survey, and select potential consumers who will buy buffalo milk from them, and then recover the questionnaires to conduct follow-up surveys, organize and analyze the existing buffalo milk industry data, and derive the overall development of Shanghai's Generation Z buffalo milk market, and compare the customer's loyalty to the brand by using the retention index in order to explore the brand equity of each brand. The brand equity of each brand is explored by utilizing the retention index to compare customer loyalty. Secondly, we collect basic data on buffalo milk consumption of Generation Z through online questionnaire survey based on K-Means clustering algorithm for feature extraction, and use word cloud to draw user profiles to find out the consumption preference of buffalo milk crowd. Then, the logistic model is used to explore the significant influencing factors that affect consumers' purchase of buffalo milk. Finally, we provide reasonable and effective suggestions for the "broken circle" problem of buffalo milk.
Analysis of Risks in Corporate M&A: Evidence from Gree Electric Appliances Acquiring Yinlong New Energy
Authors: Ma Ruolin , Qiao Siqi , Tsoi Kawai
Published: March 2024

Since the onset of the 21st century, amidst rising industry competition, dominant enterprises across various sectors have entered the market with substantial capital, in search of new market opportunities. They have implemented diversified growth strategies, engaging in cross-industry mergers and acquisitions. Nevertheless, mergers and acquisitions can be fraught with risks as well as rewards. On this basis, this study examines the case of Gree Electric Appliances' acquisition of Zhuhai Yinlong New Energy, detailing the acquisition process, and providing financial analysis of both entities. Based on the evaluations, it identifies and examines potential risks and their underlying causes during the acquisition. Reflecting the present circumstances, the paper draws conclusions and offers recommendations according to the analysis, presenting a pragmatic research approach for cross-industry mergers and acquisitions and assisting investors in predicting the future trajectory of the acquired company more accurately. These results shed light on guiding further exploration of corporation M&A.
"Snow King" Counterattack: Mixue Ice Cream & Tea Brand Marketing Upgrade Strategy
Authors: Ji Yajing
Published: March 2024

According to relevant research, by 2023, the annual sales of China's milk tea market will exceed 300 billion yuan, showing the huge potential of the milk tea industry. With the expansion of the scale of the milk tea market, the competition is becoming increasingly fierce. Well-known brands such as Hey Tea, Nai Xue's tea have occupied an important share in the market. Faced with the challenge of new tea brands, Mixue Ice Cream & Tea has made a variety of attempts to rejuvenate brands from three aspects: brand positioning, brand symbol and brand communication, and explored the direction of national tea brand construction in the Internet era. The theme of this research is how Mixue Ice Cream & Tea has successfully gone from an old brand that no one knows to a new milk tea brand sales champion. The research results show that the experience marketing of Mixue Ice Cream & Tea is inseparable from the brand's customer choice. The brand can only win the possibility of sustainable development if it grasps the heart of the new consumer force Generation Z. This report takes Mixue Ice Cream & Tea as the research object and uses case analysis to discuss its specific performance in positioning and communication to win the favor of consumers. So it can provide some inspiration and reference for the marketing and communication of similar brands.
Analysis of KFC's Marketing Strategy on the Short Video Platform
Authors: Shen Sichen
Published: March 2024

The target of this investigation and analysis is KFC, which is an internationally famous fast-food brand founded in the United States and has a strong market share all over the world with a huge international customer base. This study is mainly about the marketing strategy of KFC. To be precise, KFC's marketing strategy using short video platform and the effectiveness of current methods. With the advent of the new media era, short video is one of the most fancy and effective marketing channels. Therefore, KFC's research goal was to identify key aspects of its marketing strategy on short video platforms and evaluate how KFC currently utilizes these platforms for promotions. To achieve the set objectives, the methodology will employ two research methods. A literature survey, including academic and trade publications, will be conducted to gain insight into the use of short video platforms in marketing strategies such as KFC; In addition, a case study of KFC's short video marketing campaign will be conducted to measure its impact and effectiveness.
Analysis of Marketing Strategy in Life Beauty Industry
Authors: Zhao Yuyi
Published: March 2024

Life beauty is a developing industry since Reform and Opening up in China. Especially, today, more and more people attach great importance to health, so life beauty industry gains more attention. Although it has a bright future, but the small companies are hard to catch a chance, because they are not familiar with outer environment for advertisement. Also, the quality of service influences the marketing strategy. The research was talk about the development of life beauty industry, pointing the problems in marketing and offering some suggestions. A company in SPA will be taken as an example. In life and beauty industry, there are several problems in marketing. The ways for attracting customers are too simple, the promotion lacks originality, and the VIP system is not sound. Also, both political factors as well as economic ones are affecting the marketing environment. It is suggested that companies should offer designed plan for customers and make good use of media.
What a Federal Reserve Hikes Interest Rates Effect Bond Price and the Enlightenment to Investors
Authors: Cai Zhuzhi
Published: March 2024

In recent years, the Federal Reserve's series of interest rate hikes have wielded a profound influence over the intricate workings of financial markets. This article offers a succinct yet comprehensive analysis, beginning with a succinct summary of the repercussions of the increase in the Federal Reserve's interest rates affects both stock market liquidity and the bond market. This paper constructs a ARIMA model to estimate the data which not effected by Federal reserve interest rate hikes. The constructed ARIMA model not only elucidates the direct impact of these monetary policy adjustments on bond prices but also encapsulates the temporal dynamics at play. Through a meticulous examination of various time intervals, the model captures the distinct nuances of monetary policy's influence, reflecting its inherent lag and the intricate interplay with market responses. They extend to investors and policymakers, offering a practical guide for optimizing investment portfolios and shaping effective monetary strategies. As investors navigate the ever-fluctuating financial landscape, a nuanced understanding of the temporal dynamics can aid in crafting informed investment decisions. Policymakers, too, stand to benefit from these insights, as they can harness the model's revelations to formulate timely and precise monetary policies that align with the intricate pulse of the market.
Stock and Foreign Exchange Markets under the Pandemic
Authors: Wang Wanying
Published: March 2024

The background of this paper is that the outbreak of the pandemic had a great impact on the financial market, and the stock market and foreign exchange market had significant fluctuations under the influence of the pandemic. This paper mainly adopts the literature research method and qualitative analysis method. The first part of the research is how the stock prices of the pharmaceutical industry and the gaming industry change under the pandemic and the intrinsic factors of the changes, and the second part is the fluctuation changes of the RMB exchange rate and the US dollar index under the pandemic and analyses the reasons for the abnormal changes. Through the study, it was found that both the pharmaceutical industry and the gaming industry did not see stocks plummet due to the outbreak of the pandemic but instead rose significantly. The main reason for this phenomenon is that these two industries have been affected by the pandemic and the demand has greatly increased, thus making the company's earnings have increased and the stock price has also risen. The main purpose of this paper is to enhance the stability of financial markets by analyzing the causes of their volatility.
The Impact of the Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Hike on Gold Futures Prices: The Dynamic Trend
Authors: Guo Jiayi
Published: March 2024

This article aims to study how the increase in the Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate is going to impact the gold futures prices under a global economic recession period. Through collecting historical gold prices in chronological order from 2010, the data are then adapted into ARIMA model. It is to investigate the predicted correlation between the macro indicators and performance of the financial derivatives. The result includes that the policy change will have more dominant effects in the long run than short run. The real-world analysis should also incorporate multiple factors that range from qualitative to quantitative to facilitate a more precise prediction of future derivative’s price. The significance of the study is to suggest the time value of policy. Investors who hope to yield long-term return, should pick historical data, and learn the resultant change that happen only a few months after the policy announcement. The authorities should also take note of the intensity of the policy change, trying their best to achieve its economic goal at once, which would avoid rippling vicious effect and panic among the public.
The Impact of the Current Energy Crisis on Small Enterprises and How to Adverse its Effects
Authors: Yue Fangyuan
Published: March 2024

The ongoing energy crisis has introduced significant challenges to businesses across various sectors, prompting a critical examination of its repercussions and the exploration of strategies to mitigate its effects. This essay delves into the profound influence of the current energy crisis on businesses, highlighting its multifaceted consequences, including increased operational costs, supply chain disruptions, and reduced consumer spending. By constructing ARIMA model, in order to provide a comprehensive understanding of how businesses are affected by energy crisis-induced volatility. Furthermore, this essay offers insights into viable mitigation measures that businesses can adopt to navigate these challenges. Drawing from empirical evidence and industry best practices, proposing strategies encompassing energy-efficient practices, diversification of energy sources, and resilience-building tactics. This research contributes to a nuanced comprehension of the energy crisis's impact on businesses and equips stakeholders. Many actionable insights include diversifying supply chains and stimulating supply routes, increasing collaborations with the more usage of digital planning to minimize the giving adverse effects, fostering long-term sustainability and resilience.
Valuation of the Secondary Market and Suggestions for Chinese Market: Evidence from Coca Cola
Authors: Huang Minxue
Published: March 2024

As a matter of fact, Coca Cola is one of the giant companies in soft drinks and beverage industry, which covers a large parts of the market share around the world. In this case, it is necessary to investigate the marketing strategy as well as valuation for this company and present corresponding suggestions toward Chinese market. With this in mind, this study will demonstrate the benefits of investing in Coca Cola's Chinese market. Nowadays, this type of soda beverage is an indispensable part of our lives. According to statistics, on average, everyone drinks 2-3 bottles of soda every day, and Coca Cola is the most famous of these soda beverages. Based on the evaluations, the investment value of Coca Cola after entering the domestic market and why it chooses to invest in this brand. Overall, these results shed light on guiding further exploration of beverage industry analysis in Chinese market.
How Excess Goodwill Affects Firms' Green Innovation Capacity: A Firm Life Cycle-Based Perspective
Authors: Wang Xiaojia , Du Zhuolin
Published: March 2024

Based on the 2016-2021 Chinese A-share listing data, this paper empirically explores the impact of corporate excess goodwill on the level of green innovation and its mechanism of action, taking into account the life cycle status of enterprises. It is found that excess goodwill has a significant negative impact on the level of corporate green innovation, and this conclusion still holds after the robustness test using multiple methods. The adjustment analysis shows that the enterprise life cycle delay weakens excess goodwill's inhibitory effect on green innovation. Heterogeneity analysis shows a more significant negative effect of excess goodwill on corporate green innovation among companies that are not heavy polluters, in the eastern region, and with high technology. The research in this paper is instructive for promoting corporate reform and governance to achieve peak carbon attainment and carbon neutrality.
ELOGIO DALLA (E DELLA) CAVERNA. Note per non avere paura del teatro digitale
Authors: Acca Fabio
Published: March 2024

L'articolo offre una panoramica al contempo soggettiva e tendenzialmente esaustiva delle riflessioni emerse nel convegno Chi ha paura del teatro digitale (Cortona, 19-21 luglio 2023). L'autore mette in rilievo l’obsolescenza a cui la nozione di "teatro digitale" è soggetta, invitando a costanti problematizzazioni e riposizionamenti, sottolineando contestualmente alcuni aspetti caratterizzanti l'esperienza digitale. La consapevolezza storica diviene essenziale per una lettura dei processi che portano al dibattito odierno sul teatro digitale, anche e soprattutto, per quanto riguarda la storia teatrale, come giacimento digitale legato a identità artistiche specifiche. L’autore, inoltre, restituisce il ventaglio di riferimenti rispetto all'evoluzione tecnologica in gioco e alle modalità partecipative che abbracciano l'intero spettro performativo, dall'interattività all'immersività e al ludico. Il digitale, in questo discorso, non si risolve esclusivamente in una tecnologia, ma in un ambiente immersivo che crea fenomeni e contesti esperienziali, trasformando la relazione tra uomo e macchina. L'articolo invita infine a esplorare la costante evoluzione del teatro digitale, sollevando domande e sollecitando una altrettanto importante consapevolezza critica.
ROLE OF DIACERIN IN DIFFERENT GRADES OF OSTEOARTHRITIS
Authors: NASEER MK , FAISAL S , BUTT AB , AHMAD B , RAO MA , ASIF S , ALI A , AKRAM S , ARSHAD A
Published: March 2024

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease that causes pain and degeneration in the affected area. There are no standard guidelines for agents that can slow down or modify the disease's progress. Diacerin is one such agent used to improve symptoms of OA. The objective was to analyze its efficacy in different grades of OA. A quasi-experimental study was conducted at Ghurki Trust Teaching Hospital in Lahore over six months from Jan 2023 to July 2023. After obtaining informed consent and meeting inclusion and exclusion criteria, we included 78 patients with grade II and III OA (39 each). All patients were given Diacerin (100mg twice daily). The baseline Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index (WOMAC) and pain on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) were used to measure the treatment's efficacy in improving symptoms after six months. The data was analyzed using SPSS 23.0. The mean age of the participants was 53.98+6.17 years. The mean WOMAC score was 49.62+7.81 before treatment, which decreased significantly to 38.34+8.79 after six months of treatment (p-value <0.05). The mean VAS score before and after treatment was 7.41+0.98 and 4.82+1.07, respectively. These findings suggest that Diacerein significantly reduces pain and improves functional ability in patients with OA of the knee joint. This treatment was safe and well-tolerated. Its use is recommended in early grades of OA.
COMPARISON OF ROPIVACAINE ALONE VS ROPIVACAINE WITH METHYLPREDNISOLONE INJECTION AS A TREATMENT OF TRIGGER POINTS FOR MYOFASCIAL PAIN: A SUPERIORITY RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL
Authors: MUSHTAQ S , BHATTI KM , NAWAZ Q , BASHIR K , GHAFOOR AUR
Published: March 2024

Soft tissue rheumatism, known as myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), is typified by taut bands, transferred pain that is distinct, sensory alterations that occur, and a local twitch response. It is also connected with trigger points in one or more muscles. The purpose of the research is to evaluate the effects of injections of Ropivacaine alone vs. Ropivacaine with methylprednisolone in decreasing pain in people in our community who have myofascial pain caused by trigger points. The design of this study was a randomized controlled trial. This study was carried out from July 2022 to August 2023. The research comprised 50 individuals (27 females and 23 males) diagnosed with MPS who came to our clinic. Using online randomization software, the patients were randomly divided into two groups. Group B got a mixture of 0.25% Ropivacaine & 10mg methylprednisolone in 3ml normal saline at each trigger point, whereas Group A received 3ml of 0.25% Ropivacaine. Dry needling of trigger sites was done in both groups. Patients were assessed at two, four, and eight weeks of intervention. The patients' pre-treatment assessment measures showed no statistically significant differences. After 4 and 8 weeks of assessment, Group B NRS pain and BDI scores showed statistically significant improvements compared to pre-treatment results (p<0.05). NRS and BDI scores were reduced in group A compared to their pretreatment values, but that was not clinically significant. Results of our study showed that there was a statistically significant difference between both groups in terms of pain, stress, and anxiety after the intervention. Ropivacaine with methylprednisolone gave better results than Ropivacaine alone in reducing pain and anxiety among the study population.
ASSESSMENT OF COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT AND LIVER ENZYMES IN CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE PATIENT
Authors: SHAFIQUE A , JAVAID H , BAJWA H , ANWAR R , YASEEN M , SANA .
Published: March 2024

Chronic renal failure (CRF) poses a significant global health challenge, with chronic kidney disease (CKD) characterised by kidney damage or a glomerular filtration rate (GFR) persistently below 60 ml/min for over three months. This observational study, conducted in Faisalabad from January to July 2023, aimed to evaluate haematological variables and liver enzymes across different stages of CKD. Using non-probability purposive sampling, 144 CKD patient files and 48 healthy control files were collected, excluding specific conditions. CKD staging was determined using the Modification of Diet in Renal Disease (MDRD) algorithm, categorizing patients into mild (Group A), moderate (Group B), severe (Group C) CKD, and controls (Group D). Data analysis was performed using SPSS v23. Mean ± SD values were presented for each parameter across the four groups. Haemoglobin levels (Hb g/dl) exhibited a decreasing trend in CKD patients compared to the control group, with values of 13.7 ± 1.50 in controls, 11.7 ± 0.64 in Group 1, 9.7 ± 0.57 in Group 2, and 6.7 ± 1.5 in Group 3. Red blood cell count (RBCs per million/mm3) also decreased progressively in CKD patients compared to controls, with values of 5.48 ± 0.59, 4.62 ± 0.15, 3.57 ± 0.28, and 2.81 ± 0.23 in the respective groups. Conversely, white blood cell counts (WBC thousand/mm3) increased with CKD progression, showing values of 8406 ± 1383 in controls, 10674 ± 1006 in Group 1, 12028 ± 643.5 in Group 2, and 13564 ± 741.29 in Group 3. Similarly, platelet counts (lakh/ul) exhibited a decreasing trend in CKD patients compared to controls, with values of 324708 ± 112970, 235458 ± 63853, 144979 ± 6935.8, and 126333 ± 4768.3, respectively. Analysis of liver enzymes revealed a progressive decrease in aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels as CKD advanced. AST levels (U/L) decreased from 29.104 ± 3.130 in controls to 7.5825 ± 1.543 in Group 3, while ALT levels (U/L) decreased from 48.145 ± 4.9679 in controls to 12.270 ± 3.3500 in Group 3. Our findings demonstrate that haemoglobin, red blood cell count, platelet count, and liver enzyme levels (AST and ALT) decrease as CKD progresses while white blood cell count increases. These insights into haematological and hepatic biomarkers underscore the dynamic nature of CKD pathology and may inform clinical management strategies.
Aplikasi SMS Gateway Berbasis Web Untuk Penyampaian Informasi (Studi Kasus: Sekolah Dasar Negeri Barengan Boyolali)
Authors: Wahyu Nurjali  , Ina Sholihah Widiati  , Sri Widiyanti
Published: March 2024

The development of education and the delivery of information is increasingly rapid by utilizing increasingly sophisticated technology. One of them is the use of smartphones which are everywhere. However, not all users have the same reasons because of the sophistication of technology. Like the situation of parents and guardians of students at Barengan Boyolali State Elementary School. Parents of students are comfortable and feel that it is enough to just have a cellphone for calls and SMS because the price of a smartphone and maintenance costs can be said to be expensive due to unfavorable economic conditions and areas where the internet does not reach them. Parents of students are also not familiar with the systems available on smartphones such as WA chat, Telegram and other information providers. This makes it increasingly difficult for schools and committees to communicate and convey information to students' parents. So, given the conditions of parents and guardians of students, using a web-based SMS Gateway with gammu is the right solution. This research was conducted to facilitate the delivery of real-time school information by analyzing problem data using the pieces method, forming an application design using the waterfall method as a research flow to meet needs so that the web-based SMS Gateway application with gammu is successful in reducing missed information and it is hoped that parents of students will follow up. quickly and precisely.
Sistem Pakar Perancangan Instalasi Listrik dengan Delphi 7
Authors: Bagus Dwi Cahyono  , Gigih Priyogi
Published: March 2024

This research is motivated by the lack of optimal learning in the Electrical Power Installation subject by using a whiteboard as a learning medium. This research is a type of development research which aims to produce a product design in the form of a Borland Delphi 7 based expert system which will be used in the Electrical Power Installation subject. This learning media contains material on electrical power installations and an expert system for determining power needs, security and light points. This research was conducted in July 2021 at Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University. The design for developing this learning media follows the ADDIE stages (Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). Validation of this expert system includes content validation and design validation. Based on the results of data analysis, it is known that the expert system developed in this research has very high validity values in the two aspects assessed. For material validity it is 3.61 and media validation is 3.6 so it can be concluded that this expert system can be declared suitable for use to support learning.
Analisis Kesulitan Pemahaman Matematika Materi Kelipatan dan Faktorisasi Bilangan di Kelas 5 Sekolah Dasar 1 Loram Kulon
Authors: Anggraini Dian , Nadhifah Ainun , Naila Anisah Nuri Candrawati  , Lusy Rahmawati
Published: March 2024

This research explores the difficulty of understanding mathematics in multiples and number factorization material in grade 5 of the 1 Loram Kulon Elementary School. Qualitative research methods are used to achieve a holistic understanding of student problems. Data was collected through classroom observations and teacher interviews, involving grade 5 students as research participants. Data analysis uses qualitative analysis techniques. The research results revealed that the majority of students faced difficulties in internalizing the concepts of multiples and number factorization. Factors such as a lack of understanding of basic multiplication concepts, limited understanding of patterns, and difficulty applying concepts in real contexts are the main obstacles. This research not only identifies difficulties, but also proposes solutions by designing and implementing pedagogical interventions. The intervention involves a contextual learning approach, the use of learning media, and adjustments to teaching methods. The research results also showed a significant increase in students' understanding of multiples and number factorization material through pedagogical intervention.
Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja dan Locus of Control Terhadap Prestasi Kerja dan Kepuasan Kerja sebagai Variabel Intervening pada Kantor Bupati Pasaman Barat
Authors: Pratiwi Riani , Putra Ramdani Bayu , Kumbara Vicky Brahma , Fitri Hasmaymelis
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of work discipline and locus of control on work performance and job satisfaction as intervening variables at the West Pasaman Regent's office. The data analysis method used is multiple linear regression analysis. By circulating the questionnaire as many as 59 respondents. The results obtained were that there was a positive and significant impact between work discipline on job satisfaction in employees of the West Pasaman Regent's Office. There is a positive and significant impact between locus of control on job satisfaction in West Pasaman Regent Office employees. There is a positive and significant impact between work discipline on work performance for employees of the West Pasaman Regent's Office. There is a positive and insignificant impact between locus of control on work performance in West Pasaman Regent Office employees. There is a positive and significant impact between job satisfaction on work performance for employees of the West Pasaman Regent's Office. There is a positive and insignificant impact of work discipline on work performance through job satisfaction in employees of the West Pasaman Regent's Office. Job satisfaction has not been able to mediate the effect of work discipline on work performance. There is a positive and significant impact of locus of control on work performance through job satisfaction. Job satisfaction can mediate the influence of locus of control on work performance
The Speech Act Analysis of Cyberbullying on Instagram
Authors: Dewi Munawati , Seli Fenny Yutika
Published: March 2024

This study aimed to address two research questions concerning the frequency of illocution-related speech acts in connection with cyberbullying on Instagram. Data were collected from 100 comments on four Instagram accounts, and the analysis was done using the speech acts approach. The findings revealed that the speech act most frequently used in connection with cyberbullying on Instagram is the declarative type. Declarative speech acts are employed to create new names and terms, make official announcements, and follow ceremonial events. However, when used in the context of cyberbullying, these speech acts can have a detrimental impact on the victims. The study highlights the growing prevalence of cyberbullying on social media platforms like Instagram and its negative effects on victims. It also emphasizes the importance of understanding speech acts in the context of cyberbullying to improve communication and create a safer online environment.
Manajemen Hubungan Masyarakat di SMK Nurul Islam
Authors: Mufidah Hidayatul
Published: March 2024

Quality educational institutions are educational institutions that meet national education standards. To achieve quality education, a school requires management, one of which is public relations management. Nurul Islam Vocational School is said to have good public relations management, which can be seen from its cooperative relationships with several companies and the community. The research used is qualitative research. Using observation, interview and documentation data collection methods. The data sources used in this research are primary and secondary data. The respondents interviewed were the principal, deputy head of public relations, department heads and teachers. In terms of data analysis techniques, there are several data analysis techniques carried out, namely, data collection, data reduction, data presentation to arrive at a conclusion on the data. The results of this research describe, 1) public relations management at Nurul Islam Vocational School carries out four functions of management itself, namely planning public relations to be implemented, organizing them according to the plan, implementing and even controlling or controlling them. 2) The supporting factors in public relations management are as follows, the curriculum that has been designed at Nurul Islam Vocational School. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors are costs and facilities
Pengaruh Penggunaan Pendekatan Open Ended Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Kelas VIII MTs Negeri 1 Solok
Authors: Az-zahra Fadhilah , Firmanti Pipit , Medika Gema Hista , Imamuddin M
Published: March 2024

This research aims to determine the development of mathematics education in Indonesia. To overcome this problem, teachers play a role in overcoming students' learning difficulties in mathematics subjects, especially in critical thinking skills. One alternative to solve this problem is to apply open ended learning. Open ended learning is learning that presents problems by solving problems in various ways and the solutions are also varied. This research aims to find out whether the critical thinking abilities of students using an open-ended learning approach are better than the critical thinking abilities of students using conventional learning. This type of research is experimental research with circle subject matter. The population in this study was all class VIII students, totaling 91 students. The location of this research is MTs Negeri 1 Solok. The sampling technique uses random sampling. The research instrument is in the form of posttest questions. The calculation obtained ????ℎ???????????????????? > ???? 0.95;41, namely 2.84 > 2.019 and ???????????????????????? = 0.983 at the significance level α = 0.05 so it is rejected. The experimental class average was 66.71 and the control class average was 54.73.
The Effect of Digital Platforms and Artificial Intelligence on the Development of Engagement Skills in Learning and DigitalTrust among University Students
Authors: Abdelmagid Ahmed Sadek , Jabli Naif Mohamed , Qahmash Adel Ibrahim
Published: March 2024

The current study sought to develop engagement skills in learning and digital trust among university students by designing an interactive e-learning environment based on integrating the edX digital platform with some artificial intelligence applications. It was achieved by a random sample of undergraduate students at the College of Education, King Khalid University, was selected and divided into two groups: The first empirical group numbered (28) students and used the edX platform with some AI applications, and the other empirical group numbered (29) students who used Blackboard platform. A scale of engagement in learning was prepared, and a scale of digital trust and a t-test were used to analyze the study’s findings. The study found a statistical significance between integrating the edX digital platform with some AI applications and the Blackboard platform in developing engagement skills in learning in favor of the edX digital platform. The calculated T-value for both groups was 7.923, statistically significant at p<0.05. The T-value for integrating the edX digital platform with some AI and the Blackboard platform applications in developing digital trust skills in both groups was 1.368, which was insignificant at p<0.05.
Integrating Financial and Textual Indicators for Enhanced Financial Risk Prediction: A Deep Learning Approach
Authors: Hui Huang , Sang Lim Thien
Published: March 2024

The study evaluates the effectiveness of financial indicators in financial risk prediction and develops a framework using financial and textual data. It emphasises the importance of both data types in risk assessment and prioritises liquidity and industry specific metrics. The analysis of the existing literature affirmed the significance of both data types in risk assessment. The findings of the study revealed a strong correlation between financial and textual indicators. The selection of deep learning was based on its adeptness in handling diverse unstructured data, justifying its application. This innovative methodology enhances financial risk prediction and supports strategic decision-making.
Aphanomyces root rot in pea : genomic insights into pathogen diversity and disease resistance
Authors: Kälin Carol
Published: March 2024

The cultivation of vining pea (Pisum sativum) faces significant challenges due to root rot, primarily caused by Aphanomyces euteiches, a soil-borne oomycete pathogen. Pea cultivars resistant to aphanomyces root rot (ARR) are currently lacking and common mitigation methods include crop rotation and avoidance of highly infested fields. The thesis work integrates population genetic, transcriptomic, and comparative genomic analyses to enhance our understanding of aphanomyces root rot in pea, providing valuable knowledge for future breeding and disease management efforts. Genetic diversity analyses of A. euteiches in Europe revealed three distinct groups on a north to south gradient: a north-eastern (NE), central European (CE) and southern (S) group. Shared multilocus genotypes between geographically distant regions indicate genetic movement between countries. The S group differed in virulence and oospore size compared to NE and CE and displayed signs of genetic isolation, all of them indications to view group S as a separate Aphanomyces species. The use of partial resistance in the pea genotype PI180693 was assessed in crosses with the susceptible, commercial cultivar Linnea in controlled and field conditions. The new breeding lines displayed enhanced disease resistance to ARR compared to the susceptible parent. The results further highlighted the difficulties of predicting breeding line performance in the field based on trials in controlled conditions and of breaking the linkage between ARR resistance and unfavourable breeding traits in classical breeding. Characterization of the transcriptomic immune response in Linnea and PI180693 to A. euteiches infection showed to be time- and genotype-dependent, involving differential regulation of transcription factors and genes associated with hormone signalling. Cross-referencing with genes located in resistance quantitative trait loci led to the identification of 39 candidate disease resistance genes, including a putative immune receptor with NLR structure that was polymorphic between the pea genotypes.