bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Review to Overrecreation on Effects and Future Perspectives
Authors: BARAKAZI Ebru BARAKAZI
Published: January 2024

Overrecreation is emerging as a new concept that ecological environment and sustainable tourism activities have faced in recent years. There are some negativities such as uncontrolled growth, density and unplannedness brought about by this development. Recreational activities carried out without considering these problems can lead to discussions at both the national and international levels after a certain period of time. The problems that can be caused by the intense interest in recreational activities in destinations have brought up the issue of "overrecreation", which is becoming increasingly important in the literature. This research presents the foreseen future perspectives on the subject by addressing the basis, effects and consequences of overrecreation. With this research, it is aimed to contribute to overrecreation, which is limited in the related literature. As a result of the research, it is understood that scientific studies on the subject are insufficient and authorized institutions do not act sensitively. While it is understood that the subject is expressed in a very limited way in the relevant literature, it is observed that the negative effects are not taken into account. In the field of application, it is understood that the large number of participants and possible harm to the environment are ignored due to commercial concerns.In the light of the results obtained, some suggestions are presented and attention is drawn to the issue of overrecreation.
Popüler Kıyı Destinasyonlarında Yer Alan Sakin Şehirlerin Tanıtım Filmlerinin Analizi (Analysis of Promotional Movies of Slow Cities Located in Popular Coastal Destinations)
Authors: ÖZKAN Bahadır İnanç , ŞAHİN Sedat , EDİS Ahmet
Published: January 2024

Hızlı ve tüketime dayalı şehir anlayışına karşı ortaya çıkan sakin şehir akımı, hayattan zevk alacak hızda yaşamayı, doğal olanı korumayı, tek tipleşmenin önüne geçmeyi amaçlamıştır. Bunun yanında sakin şehir, gelenek ve göreneklere, yöreselliğe ve zanaatlara sahip çıkmayı da amaç edinmiş bir felsefe haline gelmiştir. Bilgi ve teknoloji alanındaki hızlı gelişmeler, tanıtım faaliyetlerini giderek daha önemli hale getirmiştir. Bu bağlamda, turizm müdürlükleri, yerel yönetimler ve sivil toplum örgütleri tarafından tanıtım faaliyetlerini desteklemek amacıyla çeşitli tanıtım filmleri hazırlanmıştır. Nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden içerik analiz tekniği kullanılarak yapılan bu araştırmada, Türkiye'nin Ege ve Akdeniz kıyı bölgelerinde yer alan ve Cittaslow unvanı almaya hak kazanmış Seferihisar, Foça, Köyceğiz, Finike ve Gökçeada ilçelerinin sakin şehir tanıtım videoları incelenmiştir. Çalışmada, söz konusu ilçelerin tanıtım filmlerinde sakin şehir kriterlerini karşılayan görsel ya da işitsel imgelerin var olup olmadığını tespit etmeyi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırma bulgularına göre, Seferihisar tanıtım filmi en fazla imgenin tespit edildiği tanıtım filmi olmuştur. Araştırma sonucunda, tanıtım filmlerinde sakin şehir kriterlerine karşılık gelen görsel veya işitsel imgelere yeteri kadar yer verilmediği gözlemlenmiştir.
Seyahat Acentası Temsilcilerinin Çalışma Sürecinde Yaşadıkları Sorunların İncelenmesi: Kuşadası Örneği (Investigation of the Problems Experienced by Travel Agency Representatives in the Working Process: The Case of Kusadasi)
Authors: KIYKAÇ Berkant , ÇOLAKOĞLU Ülker
Published: January 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı, seyahat acentası temsilcilerinin çalışma sürecinde yaşadıkları sorunları incelemektir. Literatürde temsilcilerin çalışmalarını inceleyen yeterli sayıda araştırma olmadığı görülmektedir. Mevcut araştırmalar, daha çok profesyonel turist rehberlerinin çalışmalarına odaklanmakta ve temsilcilerin çalışmaları göz ardı edilmektedir. Bu bağlamda, araştırma keşifsel bir nitelik taşımaktadır. Araştırma kapsamında, toplamda iç ve dış turizm pazarlarında çalışan 24 seyahat acentası temsilcisiyle yarı-yapılandırılmış görüşmeler gerçekleştirilmiştir. Görüşme verileri, araştırma sahasında alınan kısa notlar ile desteklenmiştir. Elde edilen veriler, içerik analizi tekniğiyle çözümlenmiştir. Temsilcilerin çalışma sürecinde karşılaştıkları sorunlar, hizmet sağladıkları üç alan (otel-havalimanı transferleri ve günübirlik turlar) üzerinden incelenmiştir. Böylece, temsilcilerin çalışmakta oldukları seyahat acentası, çalışma sürecinde sorumlu oldukları oteller ve çalışma paydaşlarından kaynaklı yaşadıkları sorunlar detaylı bir şekilde incelenmiştir. Örneğin, Post-Fordist dönemdeki esnek üretim biçiminin bir sonucu olan esnek çalışma saatlerinin, temsilcilerin tüm hayatlarını işe bağımlı hale getirmesi önemli sorunlardan biri olarak saptanmıştır. Temsilcilerin COVID-19 salgını sürecinde yaşadığı çalışma sorunları da bu araştırma kapsamında ele alınmıştır. Araştırma sonuçları, temsilcilerin çalışma koşullarının iyileştirilmesi gerektiğini açıkça ortaya koymuştur. Araştırma, seyahat acentası yöneticilerine ve gelecek araştırmalara getirilen önerilerle son bulmuştur.
Financial determinants of environmental, social and governance performance: Empirical evidence from India
Authors: Joshi Bhavya , Joshi Himanshu
Published: January 2024

The present study aims to examine the firm-level financial determinants of ESG performance. It elucidates what financial resources it takes to enable the integration of ESG practices and improve a firm’s ESG scores, based on a sample of 94 Indian firms listed on the National Stock Exchange of India between 2015 and 2020. Econometrically, the study employs fixed effects and random effects panel data models as an appropriate methodology. The findings show that firm size, asset intangibility, analyst coverage, and operating cash flow influence firms’ ESG scores positively, whereas leveraging and strategic holding impact them negatively. In addition to the mentioned variables, cash holdings positively influence firms’ environmental, social, and governance scores. While dividend yield does not contribute to combined ESG and governance scores, it has a positive impact on a firm’s environmental and social scores. This is the first study examining the determinants of firm-level ESG performance in an emerging market. Results endorse the interaction of legitimacy theory and slack resource theory in determining a firm’s ESG performance.
AcknowledgementThe infrastructural support provided by FORE School of Management, New Delhi, India in completing this paper is gratefully acknowledged.
Analysis of the Influence of Website Quality and CSR on Trust and Its Impact on Repurchase Intention (Case Study: PT.Antam UBPP Precious Metal)
Authors: Sarah Bulqis Andi Nurul
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this research is to know the influence of the Quality of the Website and CSR against Trust as well as its impact on Repurchase Intention. In this study, PT. Antam UBPP Logam Mulia used as an example of the case. This research is associative research and aims to achieve the goal of researchers. Research done by providing a questionnaire that was distributed directly to consumers the seventy PT. Antam UBPP Logam Mulia by using the technique of taking the Census sample. Data analysis using Structural equation modeling – Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) is used for the data analysis techniques. This research proves that the Web Quality affect Trust, CSR affect Trust, Website Quality affects Repurchase Intention, CSR affects Repurchase Intention, Trust affects Repurchase Intention. The result of this research provides benefits to the company (PT. Antam UBPP Logam Mulia), in which the results of this research can be used to define the strategy of the company and create the perception of the true value of product or consumer company PT. Antam UBPP Logam Mulia.
Analysis of The Influence of Brand Awareness and Customer Satisfaction on Corporate Image and Its Impact on Customer Loyalty on Laurier Products PT. Kao Indonesia
Authors: Anwar Khairil
Published: January 2024

This study aims to look at the effect of brand awareness and customer satisfaction to the corporate image and its impact on customer loyalty in product laurier PT Kao Indonesia. Customer Loyalty is one of the core objectives are pursued in modern marketing. This is due to the loyalty of the company will get profibilitas expected in the long term. This study uses a quantitative approach and involves 52 respondents in villages Cikoko as samples collected by using probability sampling and simple random sampling. Processing data using SPSS 24 and the results of this study showed that brand awareness, customer satisfaction and corporate image have a significant effect on customer loyalty.
Business Planning Training Using Business Model Canvas for Student Community in West Jakarta
Authors: Rahmatika Rizka Astari , Elania Secuandra , Larasati Hasna
Published: January 2024

The training was conducted on July 12, 2022, as a part of a community development program with a community of university students, namely AyoKreasi Community. The problem faced by this community is the lack of business planning knowledge, which frequently becomes a factor which causes individuals’ hesitancy in starting or carrying out a business. Therefore, the students in the community need to understand some tools which could be used in the business planning phase. One of the tools in business planning is the Business Model Canvas (BMC). The training was conducted online, considering the Covid-19 Pandemic. In the training session, the presenter delivered the material through seminar, case study, discussions, as well as questions and answers sessions. At the end of the training, a post-test quiz was conducted as a part of an evaluation process to measure the participants’ learning process after the seminar was delivered. The quiz result showed that 85% of the participants were actively engaged, and most of them acquired a good level of understanding regarding the Business Model Canvas after the training was delivered.
SUSTAINABLE COMPANY PROFILE DEVELOPMENT FOR MSMEs IN JAKARTA
Authors: Sarjono Haryadi , Ariska Popi
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this research is to assist SMEs in creating a sustainable company profile as an information medium that is needed today and is expected to be used as a solution, means of information, and promotion needed by companies, considering that a company profile is an asset that can be used to enhance an image or image. from the company to establish cooperation with relations, institutions and other relevant agencies. As a result of the pandemic, many MSMEs have sprung up around us and when a marketing opportunity for these MSME products came and were asked to immediately send their company profiles, many could not send them, because they did not have a company profile. It's really unfortunate considering that several opportunities have to be let go, because this is a very good opportunity to increase the credibility of these MSMEs. The research method used is a mixture of quantitative and qualitative with descriptive analysis techniques. This research was conducted from July to November 2022, for 5 months. The research population is only 1 MSME located around the West Jakarta area. Data collection tools and techniques are study guideline questionnaires, interviews, and focus group discussions (FGD). The results of the research have made a company profile where the contents and information in it have been mutually agreed upon using Canva tools, so that it can be changed later if there is new information that needs to be filled in.

 

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PREPARING FOR AN ENGLISH-LANGUAGE JOB INTERVIEW: STRATEGIES FOR BOTH RECENT GRADUATES AND THOSE WITH MORE EXPERIENCE
Authors: Dezas Perdani Yella
Published: January 2024

Job seekers typically must traverse some stages during the job search process. A job interview is one of the crucial steps in the job application process. One of the series was picked up. Job interviews, or what is also known as job interviews, are currently an integral part of the hiring and selection process. The validity of interviews is somewhat lower than tests, such as psychological tests, which can provide a direct overview of job applicants. Nevertheless, interviews offer several benefits that make life easier for employers, particularly selection officers. In addition, job candidates benefit from this interview because they can explain themselves directly, increasing their chances of converting a job vacancy into a job offer. Currently, the Indonesian economy is expanding, and in response to the global market and the 4.0 era, many foreign firms are investing and constructing businesses in Indonesia. Workers from Indonesia must enter these foreign companies and assist with all necessary processes. Furthermore, interviews in English are unavoidable because English, also known as the international language, is commonly used by foreign companies to recruit employees. Therefore, job applicants must prepare for English-language interviews. It encourages the writer to assist prospective job applicants in preparing for job interviews, particularly those conducted in English. This Community Service Activity (PKM) is intended to prepare job applicants, particularly English-speaking job interviews, to pass the selection process. Thus, it is anticipated that this training will contribute to the preparation of job applicants before their application.
MSME Product Management Strategy from the “Merdeka Campus” Program, Digital Design Production at BINUS University
Authors: Sonia Candy
Published: January 2024

The implementation of the “Merdeka Campus” or independent campus is a program that prepares the best generation in Indonesia with a comprehensive career preparation program. This program is held by the Ministry of Education, Research and Technology. This program is a moment in carrying out research aimed at developing MSME products through independent learning class activities that will be held in 2022 (Odd Semester 2022-2023), which will consist of students from the Computer Science and Information Systems major who study visual communication design, especially in product design. The method used 3 stages of data validation, first by looking at the material presented in the syllabus and learning outcomes for 1 semester. Then it was developed with content validation for the prototype from the results of the questionnaire which determined the perfume product with logo design, packaging, aroma and price. Then enter the market validation stage by studying similar products at market selling prices. The result is a new method of determining technically feasible products that can meet user needs and business goals. MSME product development materials are no longer carried out over a long period of time, but can be carried out in 1 semester, including the ideation process, prototype to market validation.
Unraveling the potential of microbial communities for lake bioremediation via the metagenomics tool: a review
Authors: Nandy Sampurna , Kapley Atya
Published: January 2024

Characterization of ubiquitous microorganisms has encountered many challenges, such as determining unknown microorganisms, their interactions, and unresolved functions in natural environments. Evolution in metagenomics and tools, however, has revolutionized assessment methodologies. Metagenomics has enabled unearthing the secret microbial treasure in a culture-independent manner and has proven more successful than conventional methodologies. It has provided an unparalleled platform for functional and taxonomic characterization of microbiota dwellings in altered lakes. Of late, many research articles have used metagenomics to understand microorganisms’ role in environmental clean-up. Consequently, these studies have been consolidated in the form of review articles. However, most of them are related to microbial characterization, procedure of metagenomics, and wastewater treatment, whereas only a few were directly related to lake bioremediation. Therefore, this review highlights the applications of metagenomics for unraveling microbial potential for lake rejuvenation. A paradigm shift from conventional to recent breakthroughs in metagenomics is also emphasized. The review also discusses merits, demerits of previous molecular techniques, and potential of metagenomics for understanding the microbial world in contaminated environments. Furthermore, the review discusses recent metagenomic studies for lake rejuvenation. Finally, future research directions are proposed for designing possible strategies for lake rejuvenation.
Challenges in developing trust in the rural drinking water supply systems
Authors: Bombade Ambrish
Published: January 2024

The water sector in developing countries continues to tackle the emergent challenges of increasing demand for water by the growing population, poor cost recovery from the users, ageing infrastructure and intermittent water supply regime. The national and sub-national governments entrusted the community to tackle these challenges. This led to the emergence of community-managed rural water supply systems where ‘Building Trust with Stakeholders’ is an essential concern for the sustainable functioning of the rural drinking water supply schemes. Trust is developed by engaging stakeholders in decision-making and the overall knowledge-sharing process. However, maintaining and sustaining trust is challenging in the context of the above-mentioned challenges. Amongst all the concerned stakeholders of the water sector, building the service provider's trust with the residential water users is an important aspect. Building upon the given context, this study attempts to understand the trustful relationship among the three key stakeholders of the rural drinking water sector: Scheme operating agencies, village local self-government bodies and their residential water users. The study aims to utilise the learnings from the trust research to empirically understand the factors shaping the trustful relationship between the stakeholders in India's rural drinking water sector.
Źródła do badań życia codziennego duchowieństwa parafialnego w Rzeczypospolitej Obojga Narodów
Authors: Karpacz Artur , Kicińska Urszula , Witecki Stanisław
Published: January 2024

Badania nad duchowieństwem parafialnym mają długą tradycję, ale dotychczas poświęcono niewiele uwagi życiu codziennemu księży, rozumianemu jako powtarzalne, regularne i rutynowe praktyki i doświadczenia. Celem niniejszego artykułu jest omówienie dostępności i zawartości materiałów dotyczących tego tematu oraz zachęcenie historyków do dzielenia się informacjami na temat wszelkich źródłowych śladów życia plebanów i wikariuszy. Omówione zostały źródła narracyjne (egodokumenty i literatura piękna), źródła kościelne (dokumentacja sądowa, testamenty, protokoły wizytacji biskupich i dziekańskich, akta kongregacji dekanalnych, inwentarze dóbr, księgi wpisów, metryki i kroniki parafialne) oraz źródła proweniencji świeckiej (korespondencja, supliki, akta fundacyjne, testamenty oraz rachunki).
The Dominicans of Opole as promoters of rosary prayer (on the example of the Book of the Rosary Confraternity of Krapkowice of the 18th century)
Authors: Pobóg-Lenartowicz Anna
Published: January 2024

The article aims to show the role of the Dominicans of Opole in promoting of rosary prayer in the 18th century. The basis for considerations is the Book of the Rosary Confraternity from the parish of St. Saint Nicholas at Krapkowice (currently Opole voivodeship). It has not been the subject of interest to researchers so far. The confraternity was founded by the Dominicans of Opole in 1728 and functioned until 1810 (1812). During this period, over 2,800 people from over one hundred and fifty towns and villages in Silesia enrolled. It contributed to the consolidation of Catholicism among the inhabitants of this part of Silesia.
Zbiory Sekretariatu Arcybiskupa Mohylewskiego metropolity Rosji w Warszawie (1925-1931)
Authors: Puchalski Jacek
Published: January 2024

Artykuł poświęcony jest zbiorom (zwłaszcza bibliotecznym i muzealnym) Sekretariatu Arcybiskupa Mohylewskiego metropolity Rosji w Warszawie, o których brakuje informacji w literaturze przedmiotu. Ich geneza i funkcjonowanie wiązały się z działalnością współpracowników Arcybiskupa Mohylewskiego metropolity Rosji w Warszawie ks. abp. Edwarda Roppa (1851-1939) – ks. Antoniego Około-Kułaka (1883-1940) i ks. Antoniego Wincentego Kwiatkowskiego (1890-1970).
Próba identyfikacji zasad średniowiecznej metodologii archiwalnej kościelnej w świetle analizy szczegółowej konstrukcji piętnastowiecznego kopiarza klasztoru Bożego Ciała w Krakowie
Authors: Pęgier Małgorzata
Published: January 2024

Najstarszy kopiarz klasztoru kanoników regularnych laterańskich w Krakowie został założony w 1432 roku i był prowadzony do połowy XVII wieku. Dokładna analiza tego dokumentu pozwala na sformułowanie konkretnych spostrzeżeń odnośnie do porządku kopiowanych dokumentów, a mianowicie układ ten zdaje się być rzeczowy, czy też może tematyczny. Kopiarz założono bez wątpienia w 1432 roku. Przyjmuje się, że kopistą był sekretarz kapituły konwentualnej. Rękopis kopiarza otwiera spis treści, a następnie kopie dokumentów związanych z fundacją klasztoru, jego uposażeniem oraz przywilejami. Jest bez wątpienia pomnikiem historycznym o wyjątkowej wartości źródłowej i kulturowej. Zauważony został już przez historyków drugiej połowy XIX wieku.
Pharmacological Effects of FTY720 and its Derivatives
Authors: Han Mengyuan , Liu Xiangran , Hailati Sendaer , Maihemuti Nulibiya , Nurahmat Nurbiya , Dilimulati Dilihuma , Baishan Alhar , Aikebaier Alifeiye , Zhou Wenting , Pan Yan
Published: January 2024

FTY720 is an analog of sphingosine-1-phosphate (S1P) derived from the ascomycete
Cordyceps sinensis. As a new immunosuppressant, FTY720 is widely used to treat multiple sclerosis.
FTY720 binds to the S1P receptor after phosphorylation, thereby exerting immunosuppressive
effects. The nonphosphorylated form of FTY720 can induce cell apoptosis, enhance chemotherapy
sensitivity, and inhibit tumor metastasis of multiple tumors by inhibiting SPHK1 (sphingosine
kinase 1) and activating PP2A (protein phosphatase 2A) and various cell death pathways. FTY720
can induce neutrophil extracellular traps to neutralize and kill pathogens in vitro, thus exerting anti-
infective effects. At present, a series of FTY720 derivatives, which have pharmacological effects
such as anti-tumor and alleviating airway hyperresponsiveness, have been developed through
structural modification. This article reviews the pharmacological effects of FTY720 and its derivatives.
Association Between Nutrients and Cardiovascular Diseases
Authors: Shakarami Amir
Published: January 2024

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) constitute a leading cause of global mortality. Inflammation and oxidative stress are key molecular underpinnings of CVD pathogenesis. This
comprehensive review explores the multifaceted role of nutrients in cardiovascular health beyond their impact on cardiac events. The manuscript examines the influence of macronutrients
such as fats and carbohydrates, as well as micronutrients including vitamins and folate, on CVD.
Additionally, the interplay between dietary supplements and CVD risk reduction is investigated.
The purpose of this manuscript is to provide a comprehensive overview of the diverse mechanisms through which nutrients contribute to cardiovascular well-being, addressing both cardioprotective effects and their broader implications. Through an analysis of pertinent studies, we
illuminate the complex relationship between nutrition, lifestyle, and cardiovascular health, underscoring the significance of a holistic approach to CVD prevention and management.
WITHDRAWN: Lipid-based Nanoparticulate Drug Delivery
Authors: Gandhi Shivani , Shastri Divyesh H.
Published: January 2024

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Euclea natalensis Suppresses Postprandial Hyperglycemia in Rats via the
Inhibition of α-Glucosidase: In vitro, in vivo, and Molecular Docking Studies
Authors: Bati Keagile , Majinda Runner R.T , Gaobotse Goabaone , Kwape Tebogo E.
Published: January 2024

Background::

Postprandial hyperglycemia is a key factor in type 2 diabetes, and its
management is critical in alleviating the deleterious consequences of diabetes and its associated
micro and macrovascular complications.

Objective::

The current study aims to determine the effect of Euclea natalensis leaf extracts on α-
glucosidase inhibition in vitro and postprandial hyperglycemia in vivo in rats.

Methods::

Sequentially extracted leaf extracts of Euclea natalensis were evaluated for their inhibitory
effects on α-glucosidase in vitro and the suppression of postprandial hyperglycemia in
normoglycemic rats. The extracts were fingerprinted using a Fourier-transform infrared spectrophotometer
(FTIR), and the bioactive compounds were evaluated by molecular docking for their
interaction with α-glucosidase.

Results::

FTIR fingerprinting of the extracts showed that they contain functional groups of important
bioactive phytochemicals. The extracts inhibited α-glucosidase in vitro, with the methanol
extract (1 mg/mL) showing the highest inhibitory effect of 93.52 ± 1.50% compared to
69.62% ± 1.45 of the standard drug acarbose (0.05 mg/mL). The extracts also reduced postprandial
hyperglycemia in rats in a sucrose tolerance test, where the hexane and methanol extracts
performed similarly to Acarbose. Molecular docking studies showed that 20(29)-lupene-3β-
isoferulate 3 is the most potent α-glucosidase inhibitor with the lowest binding energy of -10.79
kcal/mol, 2 hydrogen bonds with residues ASP1526 and ASP1157, and numerous Van der Waal
interactions with amino acids in the binding pocket of α-glucosidase.

Conclusion::

Euclea natalensis leaf extracts were found to suppress postprandial hyperglycemia
by inhibiting α-glucosidase activity; thus, it has a promising potential for use as an antidiabetic
agent.
Research on a New Synchronous Phase-Locked Method for Renewable
Energy Grid-connected Converters
Authors: Hui Nanmu , Han Xiaowei , Wu Baoju
Published: January 2024

Background::

The phase-locked loop (PLL) is widely used to estimate synchronization
information such as magnitude and phase angle of the grid voltage, which is essential for gridconnected
power generation from distributed renewable energy sources. However, the harmonics
in the grid often affect the accurate extraction of fundamental positive sequence, resulting in
phase deviations.

Methods::

A dual extended novel third-order generalized integrator (DENTOGI) is proposed and
placed into the control outer loop of the PLL. This approach can be applied in the condition of
the grid with DC offset voltage (DCOV). Additionally, the PLL is proposed by introducing moving
average filter (MAF) and eliminating the proportional controller of the integration link to
suppress high-frequency harmonics and speed up the response.

Results::

A comparative experiment using Matlab/Simulink is conducted to evaluate the proposed
PLL against the conventional PLLs. The experimental results confirm that the proposed PLL exhibits
superior filtering performance for DC offset and harmonic components when compared to
the conventional PLL. Additionally, the proposed PLL demonstrates better dynamic adjustment
capabilities.

Conclusion::

The main contribution of this paper is to propose a phase-locked method that can
eliminate DCOV and harmonic components, which can be applied in non-ideal power grid conditions.
The proposed PLL based on DENTOGI and MAF can lock the grid phase stably without
errors under the grid fault involving DCOV and harmonic disturbance, it also exhibits the characteristics
of fast response.
A Secured Privacy-preserving Multifactor Approach for Autonomous Vehicles Using Blockchain Technology
Authors: Sarika Sabavath , Prabakeran S.
Published: January 2024

Background and Aims:

Smart vehicles are connected to the Internet of Things (IoT),
bringing with them the potential to transform human existence in so-called "smart cities." Intelligent vehicle architecture revolves around the Vehicular-AdhocNetwork(VANET). The goal of a
VANET is to make driving more pleasant. VANETs' message-sharing capabilities contribute to
improved traffic management, reduced congestion, and safer driving. However, VANETs' usefulness could be diminished by the spread of fraudulent or erroneous messages

Objectives and Methodology:

For better road safety and less congestion, it guarantees secure and
accurate communication between vehicles and between vehicles and infrastructure. The security
and privacy of a VANET, however, can be compromised by threats, including denial-of-service
(DoS), replay, and Sybil attacks. These problems can cause a rogue node to send out faulty data
throughout the system. We introduce a biometrics-blockchain(BBC) approach to ensure the safety
of information exchanged between vehicles in a VANET and to preserve archival data in a triedand-true environment. To protect the anonymity of users, the suggested framework makes use of
biometric data to verify the identity of the sender.

Results and Conclusion:

As a result, the proposed BBC scheme creates a safe and reliable environment for vehicles in VANET, with the added benefit of identity tracing capabilities. To prove
the effectiveness of the proposed framework, simulations were run in the urban mobility models
OMNeT++, veins, and SUMO. Packet-delivery-rate(PDR), packet-loss-rate(PLR), and computing
cost (CC) were used to assess the framework's efficiency. The outcomes highlighted the superiority of our innovative model over conventional methods, such as PDR slightly increased to 8-10%,
PLR decreased to 20-25%, and CC also reduced to 15-20% compared to state-of-art models.
The Assessment of Self-Directed Learning Readiness Among Generation Z Kurdish EFL Undergraduates
Authors: Ahmed Atta A. , Fatah Shajwan N.
Published: January 2024

The aim of this study is to determine the level of self-directed learning readiness among undergraduate students belonging to Generation Z in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The study sample was 225 undergraduate students in the English language and literature departments across three universities located in Erbil, Halabja, and Sulaymaniyah. The study used a quantitative approach using a questionnaire. The results showed that there was no significant difference between male and female students in terms of self-control and self-management. However, a slight difference emerged in terms of their desire for learning. A considerable variation was found between first- and fourth-year students in terms of their level of self-control. Furthermore, the results revealed a significant difference between the cities, with students from Erbil demonstrating a higher readiness level for self-directed learning compared to their peers in the other two cities. These findings provide valuable insights into the self-directed learning preparedness of undergraduate students in Kurdistan. They suggest the need for targeted efforts to promote self-directed learning, particularly in areas where readiness level is lower.
The Effectiveness of Prenatal Yoga on Back Pain Intensity of Third Trimester Pregnant Women in Surakarta
Authors: Oktavia Nindi , Pramesti Ardhia Putri , Setyani Rizka Ayu
Published: January 2024

The third trimester is the period of pregnancy in the last three months of pregnancy. The adaptation process that occurs during pregnancy often causes discomfort for pregnant women, so it is necessary to do several things from prevention to treatment. The most common discomfort for pregnant women is back pain. Pregnant women can experience back pain due to increased weight and spine. overcome back pain by massaging the back but it is not effective and prenatal yoga has never been done to treat back pain in the interviewed third-trimester pregnant women. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of prenatal yoga on back pain in third-trimester pregnant women. This study was a quasi-experimental design with a pre-post test control group design. The sampling technique in this study was purposive. In the implementation of this research respondents obtained as many as 30 respondents. after prenatal yoga in the third-trimester pregnant women is 2.07 with a standard deviation of 0.799. The results showed that there was an effect of prenatal yoga on the level of back pain in the intervention group before and after prenatal yoga was performed in the third trimester of pregnant women in Surakarta City in 2022 with a p-value of 0.001 (p > 0.05). The reduction in back pain was highest in the intervention group because the intervention group was given prenatal yoga. Prenatal yoga affected decreasing the level of back pain in third-trimester pregnant women. Researchers recommend prenatal yoga as physical exercise for pregnant women
Enhancing IELTS Speaking Skills through Blended Learning: A Pedagogical Action Research
Authors: NGUYEN Thi Kieu Anh
Published: January 2024

This pedagogical action research aimed to assess the impact of a blended learning approach on improving IELTS speaking skills among students. Traditional teaching methods in IELTS courses often faced limitations regarding insufficient practice time, inadequate feedback, and a lack of community and interactivity among students.Results indicated a significant improvement in participants’ speaking performance based on pre-test and post-test scores. The blended learning environment garnered positive feedback from most participants, enhancing engagement, interaction, and satisfaction levels. However, challenges with asynchronous online feedback surfaced, signaling areas for refinement.This study underscores the value of blended learning in overcoming traditional teaching limitations, offering insights into its potential for fostering improved IELTS speaking skills through enhanced engagement and comprehensive feedback mechanisms.
A Critical Assessment of Zemiology’s Appropriateness in the Analysis of Atrocities and More Specifically the Situation Experienced by the Uyghurs in Xinjiang
Authors: Baird-Smith Colomba
Published: January 2024

The purposes of this paper are to assess whether the tools provided by zemiology contribute to positive ways forward in the field of atrocity studies beyond criminology and whether this proposed zemiological framework contributes to a furthered understanding of the situation experienced by the Uyghur community in Xinjiang. This paper argues that zemiology allows a valuable questioning and broadening of the criminological lens on episodes of atrocities. When applied to the case-study, two relevant zemiological tools (i.e., a state/elite defined and constructed perception of the concept of crime and Simon Pemberton’s three categories of social harm) allow the qualitative and quantitative improvement of our understanding of the volume and origins of the harms experienced by the Uyghur community. However, two main zemiological shortages are identified throughout this paper: an obsessive focus on the critique of criminology and a contradictive reproach about criminology’s ideological bias.
A Criminological Study of the Meseritz-Obrawalde Nurses During the Second Euthanasia Phase
Authors: Blomberg Lilli Mathilde Sofie Wolland
Published: January 2024

The euthanasia programme was established by the Nazi government in 1939 and lasted until the end of the Second World War in 1945. The programme took form as either killing centres or psychiatric institutions, situated all over Nazi Germany and its occupied territories. Nurses played an important role in the euthanasia programme as they intentionally and systematically took part in killing between 200,000 and 250,000 physically and mentally handicapped patients (Jewishvirtuallibrary.org,1998). The killing of the so-called “unfit” was reasoned as scientifically based, partly explaining why some nurses rationalised their action as necessary and even morally good. In the aftermath of the war, only a few nurses were charged with crimes against humanity. The majority were free of charges and able to continue their careers as nurses. This article aims contribute to increased knowledge about a group of perpetrators in the Holocaust literature that is understudied in the Holocaust literature and ignored by criminological studies.
The Effectiveness of Sanctions as a Tool for Resolving Armed Conflicts: An Analysis of Syria and Yemen
Authors: Mohammed Sheikh Tarazi
Published: January 2024

The use of sanctions as a tool for resolving armed conflicts has been a topic of debate for many years. This paper undertakes a critical retrospective analysis of the sanctions imposed on Syria and Yemen in resolving armed conflicts. The study examines the types of sanctions imposed on the two countries and the impact of these sanctions on the conflict resolution process. The paper concludes by discussing the implications of these findings for the use of sanctions as a tool for resolving armed conflicts in the future. The findings of the study suggest that sanctions can be effective in resolving armed conflicts, however, it is subject to various factors such as the nature of the conflict, the level of cooperation from the targeted country, and the level of international support. The study puts particular emphasis on the role of the United Nations Security Council, international cooperation among the states, and the timeliness as well as duration of sanctions as key determinants of the success of sanctions. This study seeks to contribute to the decision-making process behind imposing sanctions, both in ongoing and future conflicts by highlighting the best practices and strategies to improve the effectiveness of the sanctions.
Moving Towards More Inclusive Definitions of Femicide: Intersectionality and Marginalised Identities
Authors: Caterini Martina
Published: January 2024

Femicide violence has long been invisible. Drawing on feminist scholarship, this article will discuss existing definitions of femicide that have been key to its recognition as a distinct phenomenon. However, the notion of patriarchy these definitions build upon is not enough to explain the occurrence of such crime causing these definitions to fall into the trap of essentialism. Femicide is the result of multiple intersecting systems of oppression, including race, class, sexuality, disability, and soforth which shape women’s’ experiences in a wide variety of ways. Considering this, the theoretical framework of intersectionality is fundamental to expand definitions of femicide as it recognises that women’s experiences cannot be categorised under the same umbrella, as there exist differences between them. Moreover, because there is a need to move towards more inclusive definitions, such an approach may successfully go beyond the traditional biological sex-based man/woman heteronormative binary. This binary contributes to the marginalisation of identities that are less visible, such as those of transgender women.
Extraction and purification of biosurfactant by locally isolated Enterococcus faecium bacteria and study of its antimicrobial activity
Authors: A. Alimeer Dijlah , N. Mahmood Nibras , Al-Halbosiy M. F.
Published: January 2024

In this research, the biosurfactant production by Enterococcus faecium isolated from Raw cow's milk was studied when growing in the MRS medium containing Lactose as a carbon source without Tween-80. E.faecium supernatant exhibited emulsion action of 60% towards kerosene oil as oil in water, while the surface activity was 34 mm. Biosurfactants with surface tension activity properties were extracted and partially purified from E. faecium by cold acetone 3:1, The chemistry structure of the biosurfactant was analyzed, which indicated that it is a glycol-lipo-peptide. Biosurfactant that purified from E. faecium showed antibacterial activity by reducing growth of several pathogenic G-ve and G+ve bacteria, including aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus sp., Staphylococcus Escherichia coli, Klebsiella sp., Pseudomonas aeroginosa, Acinetobacter sp. and Serratia sp. The inhibitory activity of biosurfactant against pathogenic bacteria was studied by using agar diffusion method, where the biosurfactant had higher inhibitor activity against E. coli, where highest diameter of inhibition zone was (23mm). At all concentrations examined, a biosurfactant derived from E. faecium considerably decreased bacterial adhesion, albeit to a lower amount. Keyword: Enterococcus faecium, LAB, Biosurfactant, Antibacterial and Antiadhesive activity.
Effect of the hormone brassinolide and polymer hydrogel on anatomical characteristics of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) under two different watering periods
Authors: J.Al-Ghalibe Sabah M. , J. Athafa Qasim , A. Al-Rubaie Eman M.
Published: January 2024

This study was conducted in a private field in Basrah AL-Qurna for the growing season 2022-2023 to study the effect of the hormone brassinolide, hydrogel polymer and two different watering periods on some anatomical characteristics of okra leaves. The experiment included a study of the effect of three factors: (BR) at two concentrations (3, 6) mg/l, (SAP) at two concentrations (50, 100) g/ m² soil, and two watering periods (3, 6) days. The experiment was designed depening on the complete random block design (R.C.B.D.) with three replicates for each treatment, and the least significant difference test was (0.05). The results showed that the treatment of plants with the (BR) led to a significant increase in all the studied characters, as the (SAP) had a significant effect on all the studied traits, and the binary interactions significantly affected all the studied featuers. In conclusion, significant increase occurred in all studied traits at a hormone concentration of 6 mg/ l and a polymer at a concentration of 100 g/ m² soil and an irrigation period of 3 days compared to the control treatment and an irrigation period of 6 days. Keywords: Okra plant, Brassinolide hormone (BR), Hydrogel polymer (SAP), Irrigation periods.
Biogenic Concentration of Microelements in the Body of Cattle based on Reserves in Pasture Samples (Case Study: The Astrakhan Region)
Authors: Vladimirovich Zaitsev Vladimir , Rayshan Ahmed Raheem
Published: January 2024

Modern animal farming is currently becoming important in the socio-economic development of the Astrakhan region. Physiological characterizes of farm animals especially economic-cattle breeds or population is highly-important for using in breeding program. Concentration of microelements is one of first key point in this identification. Our work presents data from biogeochemical studies of pasture ecosystems (dominant plants of ranges) in the Astrakhan region and its effect on microelement reserves in body (meat, muscles and other tissue). The studies were carried out in 2021 on Simmental cattle. Trace elements in the selected samples of the pasture ecosystem, as well as in the organs and tissues of Simmental cattle were determined by the atomic absorption method. A low rate of trace elements was found in the soil, plants and feed of the ecosystem of the Astrakhan region. In conclusion, the greatest amount in the soil and plants contains manganese and zinc, in the least - selenium. In pasture-samples, the highest content of microelements was found in astragalus (Astragalus mongholicus) as a sample. In addition, a low level of trace elements was found in the organs and tissues of Simmental cattle. Keywords: Cattle, Ecosystem, Hypomicroelementoses, Pasture, Zinc.
Mycotoxin production by Fusarium species and a recent deep insight into management through biocontrol approaches
Authors: Ali Amjad , Ölmez Fatih , Tatar Muhammed , abbasum Irum T , Azeem Hajra , Sarwar Rabia , Ali Farhan
Published: January 2024

Fusarium infection has become a significant and widespread concern in modern agriculture, posing a substantial threat to numerous essential crop plants. The pernicious fungal pathogen has been causing widespread destruction in diverse areas, resulting in severe consequences for both food security and economic stability. Mycotoxins, which are secondary metabolites produced by a wide variety of fungi, present serious risks to the health of both humans and animals and have the potential to result in considerable financial losses for the agricultural and food industries. The genus Fusarium is particularly infamous for its capacity to produce a diverse range of mycotoxins. The present summarized study highlights the recent progression of fusarium infection towards various pivotal agricultural crop plants with their life cycle, morphological and microscopic characteristics, and pathogenicity factors. Fusarium species are well-known for their ability to produce mycotoxins, such as zearalenones, fumonisins, Trichothecenes, Deoxynivalenol, Nivalenol, and T-2 toxins which are detrimental secondary metabolites that contaminate a wide range of agricultural products, with a particular emphasis on grains and cereals. The new emerging mycotoxins are producing new challenges for their control and serious risks to human health. The identification of Fusarium mycotoxins and the implementation of efficient biocontrol strategies to detoxify the mycotoxins through Trichoderma, Plant Secondary Metabolites, Lactic Acid Bacteria, Edible Mushrooms, and various Enzymes are essential measures for guaranteeing food safety and protecting public health. The mentioned biocontrol approaches to detoxify the mycotoxins are also discussed and addressed. Keywords: Fusarium mycotoxins, pathogenicity factors, trichothecenes, biocontrol agents, enzymatic detoxification.
El tratamiento con testosterona regula positivamente los niveles de proteína y ARNm de la enzima superóxido dismutasa dependiente de Mn en los islotes pancreáticos de ratas macho (Rattus norvegicus)
Authors: Sosa-Larios Tonantzin Citlali , Morales-Miranda Angélica , Palomar-Morales Martín , Rojas-Ochoa Alberto , Rodríguez-Peña Nelly , Morimoto Sumiko
Published: January 2024

El aumento de la producción de especies reactivas de oxígeno daña a los islotes pancreáticos por estrés oxidativo y apoptosis en algunos modelos de diabetes en roedores. Se ha observado que la testosterona los protege contra este daño, sin embargo, no se conoce el mecanismo por el cual esta hormona ejerce su protección. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar el efecto de la administración de testosterona a ratas macho gonadectomizadas sobre la expresión de las enzimas antioxidantes, superóxido dismutasa dependiente de Mn (MnSOD) y catalasa. La expresión de las enzimas a nivel de la proteína, se estudió por inmunohistoquímica en ratas macho intactas, gonadectomizadas y gonadectomizadas tratadas con testosterona. La expresión del ARNm se analizó por retrotranscripción y reacción en cadena de la polimerasa en tiempo real, en islotes pancreáticos cultivados con testosterona, dihidrotestosterona (DHT) o vehículo. En el caso de la catalasa, el tratamiento con testosterona solamente aumentó la expresión del ARNm. La testosterona indujo la sobreexpresión de la proteína de MnSOD y del ARNm en los islotes pancreáticos a través de un mecanismo no relacionado con la aromatización androgénica, en el que muy probablemente intervienen los receptores de andrógenos, lo que demuestra la participación de la testosterona en la prevención de los daños causados por el estrés oxidativo en las células productoras de insulina.