bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Integrating Organizational and Social Network Theories to Mitigate Racial Bias in Facial Recognition Technology
Authors: Dordunoo Lord
Published: December 2024

Facial recognition technology (FRT), though a powerful tool for identification and surveillance, consistently demonstrates racial bias, disproportionately misidentifying individuals of color. This chapter integrates organizational and social network theories to address these biases. Drawing on theories such as Equity Theory, General Adaptation Syndrome, Minority Stress Model, and Terror Management Theory, it explores the psychological, social, and ethical effects on marginalized communities. Procedural Justice Theory, Stakeholder Theory, and Technological Determinism highlight how organizational practices contribute to bias, while Ethics of Care and Distributive Justice emphasize the responsibility to design fair systems. The chapter calls for comprehensive reforms in FRT development, focusing on fairness, equity, and the well-being of all stakeholders.
Integration of Circular Economy Principles Within Information Logistics
Authors: Roy Mallika , Sarker Jaba
Published: December 2024

This study investigates integrating circular economy principles with information logistics to enhance sustainability and supply chain performance. The study aims to explore how optimizing information flows can support pro-environmental practices, reduce waste, and improve resource efficiency. By leveraging digital technologies and advanced analytics, businesses can implement closed-loop systems, track material flows, and enhance decision-making. This research addresses the gap in understanding the combined benefits of circular economy and information logistics, providing insights for businesses and policymakers. The findings will contribute to advancing sustainable business practices and competitive advantage, offering practical pathways for organizations navigating the complexities of a globalized economy while fostering environmental stewardship.
Privacy Considerations in AI and Digital Health Systems
Authors: Kavitha C. R. , Sowmya K. N.
Published: December 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies have the potential to significantly improve medical diagnostics, treatment customization, and the effectiveness of healthcare administration in the rapidly changing healthcare landscape. But there are also serious privacy issues that come along with these developments. This chapter explores the challenging task of balancing patient privacy protection with the use of AI to improve healthcare results. The ethical ramifications of AI algorithms accessing private health information, data security and confidentiality measures, and legal frameworks controlling patient information in digital health ecosystems are significantly discussed. Approaches for stakeholders—healthcare providers, legislators, and tech developers—to manage these challenges are illustrated through case studies and contemporary practices. Encouraging responsible AI implementation that respects individual privacy rights, the chapter places a strong emphasis on transparency, permission processes, and rigorous data governance.
Intravitreal Aflibercept for Diffuse Choroidal Hemangioma in Sturge-Weber Syndrome
Authors: El Mollayess Georges , Sleiman Karim , Ibrahim Riwa , Bleik Jamal
Published: December 2024

A 16-year-old female with Sturge-Weber syndrome (SWS) presented with decreased vision in the left eye (20/100). Examination and multimodal imaging showed diffuse choroidal hemangioma with choroidal neovascularization and macular edema. Treatment with three monthly injections of intravitreal aflibercept improved vision by 4 lines with complete resolution of the macular edema sustained 4 months after the last injection. A review of the literature showed that this is the first report of successful use of aflibercept to treat macular edema and choroidal neovascularization associated with diffuse choroidal hemangioma in SWS. We suggest that early antivascular endothelial growth factor injections should be considered when faced with choroidal neovascularization associated with diffuse choroidal hemangiomas.
Bilateral Combined Central Retinal Artery and Vein Occlusion in a Child with Purtscher Retinopathy: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Authors: Alhamad Dhoha M. , AlGhamdi Asma N. , AlOtaibi Batool S.
Published: December 2024

Purtscher retinopathy is a hemorrhagic and vaso-occlusive vasculopathy that results from head trauma. Typically, patients present with sudden onset of painless reduction in visual acuity and a group of retinal findings including retinal hemorrhages, retinal whitening, and optic disc edema. The objectives of the study were to describe the rare occurrence of combined central retinal artery and central vein occlusion in a child with Purtscher retinopathy and to illustrate the course of visual recovery and anatomical changes over 6 months of follow-up. The data were collected from the patient file including circumstances of presentation, visual acuity, anterior segment examination, fundus photography, fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA), B scan ultrasonography (B scan), and optical coherence tomography (OCT). Follow-ups over a 6-month period with repeated imaging were documented. A 6-year-old boy presented with a complaint of bilateral vision loss which occurred 2 days after falling out of high bed. On examination, visual acuity was hand motion bilaterally. External and anterior segments exhibited regular examination, apart from traumatic iritis in both eyes. Posterior segment examination showed intraretinal hemorrhages, retinal whitening bilaterally, and exudative retinal detachment, which was confirmed by OCT and B-scan. FFA of both the eyes showed delayed arterial and venous filling with macular hypoperfusion. Comprehensive systemic workup including brain imaging, hematology, immunology, and uveitis screening was negative. The patient was treated with a high-dose oral steroid. Six months later, his vision improved to 20/40 OD and 20/28 OS. Fundus examination and OCT showed peripheral retinal atrophy but preserved subfoveal outer retinal layers, which explained the visual improvement. Treatment with corticosteroids seems to be effective in reducing retinal edema and hastened visual recovery in patients with Purtscher retinopathy. Cilioretinal artery sparing can preserve the central vision in cases with combined artery and vein occlusion.
Evaluation of Bleeding Risk of Cataract Phacoemulsification in Patients with Long-term Aspirin Use after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Authors: Zicheng Ma , Xix Guo , Siquan Zhu
Published: December 2024

PURPOSE:

It is a controversial issue whether to discontinue antithrombotic drugs during the perioperative period of cataract surgery. There are few reports on the safety of long-term aspirin use after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). In this study, we evaluated the bleeding risk and surgical safety of cataract phacoemulsification in patients who took aspirin for a long time after PCI, so as to provide relevant evidence for this problem.

METHODS:

Retrospective analysis of the cases of cataract surgery. The incidence of bleeding-related complications in patients without history of antithrombotic drugs, patients without cardiac surgery who had taken aspirin at least 1 year for secondary prevention, and patients with long-term aspirin use 1 year after PCI were compared.

RESULTS:

A total of 81 patients (81 eyes, n = 81) after PCI (≥1 year) were collected. One hundred fifty-eight patients (158 eyes, n = 158) without cardiac surgery in the aspirin group and 285 patients (285 eyes, n = 285) without history of antithrombotic drugs were collected. Subconjunctival hemorrhage and hyphema occurred in all three groups, but the difference was not statistically significant (P > 0.05). No other serious bleeding-related complications occurred in the three groups during the operation, 1 day and 1 week after operation.

CONCLUSION:

No matter intraoperative or postoperative, bleeding-related complications are rare in patients after PCI, which demonstrates a certain degree of surgical safety and can prove the safety of cataract surgery without stopping antithrombotic drugs.
News Value Dynamics – Communication Through Audience Experience Research
Authors: Vassileva Maya
Published: December 2024

News is a viable and essential form of traditional journalism. News television programming incorporates the seriousness of democratic issues into the public conversation. Regarding themes, current events, international policies, or cultural phenomena, news value is key in structuring newscasts. Scholars and practitioners point to the news value dynamic as a conditional measure of the direct experience of the living world. From the audience perspective, the study methodology of this article presents a scientific aspect of how communication specialists perceive and rethink the news critically, more often as professionals who precisely notice twisting reality, rather than journalists, who specify why challenges of news value never abate. In this special study, conducted in May and June 2024, a group of trainee communication specialists in the role of respondents participated in research of the news value of four news items covering vital hot news in Bulgarian society. Respondents must guess the inherent relationships between factors of the news value and try to understand the logic behind the dynamics of news value. For this paper, the dynamics of news value is identified as a postmodernism problem not only concerns the semantic differentiation, stemming from media professional standards but also expands into what journalistic and communication theory call “scientific applied” and traces the contour of a complex practice of research facets and needs for new agile findings. The paper offered to your attention looks at how the news value dynamic sustains audience interest through the professional lens of communicators.
Artificial Intelligence in PR: Transformations of Communication Strategies and Campaigns
Authors: Nikolova Maria
Published: December 2024

This article examines the transformative impact of artificial intelligence in the field of public relations, specifically within the context of communication strategies and campaign execution. With the increasing integration of AI-based technologies, such as machine learning algorithms, data analysis software, audience targeting, and real-time monitoring, PR practices have evolved significantly. AI enables communication specialists to streamline repetitive tasks, en-hance audience targeting, and optimise content creation and management. However, the arti-cle also explores the ethical challenges posed by AI, including issues of authenticity, transpar-ency, and data privacy. By summarising recent studies, reports from professional organisations, and case analyses, the article highlights AI's dual role in boosting PR efficiency and presenting ethical challenges for the profession.
Artificial Intelligence and Marketing. Ethical Dilemmas in the Bulgarian Professional Environment
Authors: Kyosovska Kalina
Published: December 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing marketing by ​​analyzing large volumes of data, deriving trends and patterns in consumer behavior and the business environment, automating routine tasks, etc. The entry of AI into marketing seriously raises the question of its ethical and responsible application. Examination of global studies and scholarly texts has shown that the dilemmas relate to four main themes – ensuring transparency, respecting confidentiality, avoiding bias and manipulation, maintaining a balance between automation and human participation. Based on the familiarity with a number of global are formulated questions about the degree of preparedness of Bulgarian marketing professionals for the introduction of AI. An online survey was conducted on the Microsoft Forms platform. The results show that professionals are aware of the need for regulation and insist that there should be a clear definition of responsibility in a legal, professional and internal company framework for integrating ethical practices into marketing strategies. They declare a need for more training for an industry that is generally ill-equipped to deal with ethical challenges. Coinciding with the global ethical issues are the topics of privacy breaches, manipulative practices, lack of transparency and accountability, and poor data security and protection. They do not face the issue of discrimination and inequality as a possible effect of working with AI and here we can see the Bulgarian context. For them AI is a tool mainly for automation of processes and tasks in the team, data analysis, more engaging interaction with users, cost optimization and ROI, precise audience targeting, forecasts.
Schimbări în teatru. Antecedentele dramei moderne
Authors: Asztalos Veronka Örsike
Published: December 2024

This paper examines two works by Norwegian playwright Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, presented in the 19th century, through the lens of some key principles typical in Hungarian discourse on modern drama. "The Bankrupt" was first performed on the Hungarian stage in 1876, followed by "Leonarda" in 1879. Reports and reviews of these performances indicate that questions surrounding epic dramatic structure and the individualized acting style of the actors were raised early on in connection with these translated works, despite the fact that the entertainment value of the plays remained the primary focus at the time.
Changes in Voice Quality after a Pure Tone Stimulation (PTS) Program
Authors: Cantor-Cutiva Lady Catherine , Bottalico Pasquale , Codino Juliana , Hunter Eric J. , Rubin Adam D. , Jackson-Menaldi Maria Cristina
Published: December 2024

Introduction. Auditory feedback allows individuals to monitor their vocal characteristics and adjust to maintain optimal voice quality. One type of auditory stimulation for conversational voice training/therapy is pure tone stimulation. This technique presents binaural auditory stimuli consisting of pure tones separated by half-step intervals to modify the fundamental frequency of the speaking voice and expand the vocal range.
Objectives. This study aimed to characterize detectable changes in voice production following the application of pure tone stimulation (PTS) among speakers with and without voice disorders.
Methods. Data from thirty-nine participants (28 individuals with voice disorders and 11 individuals with normal voices) were analyzed for this study. All participants engaged in binaural PTS exercises. Participants recorded a sustained vowel /a/ before and after the PTS exercises. Multiple acoustic voice parameters were extracted from the sustained vowel samples (fundamental frequency, pitch strength, harmonics-to-noise ratio, and smoothed cepstral peak prominence). Additionally, a visual analogue scale (VAS) interpretation of narrowband (NB) spectrograms was conducted to assess voice quality.
Results. Statistically significant increases in fundamental frequency were found after the PTS exercises, except for males in the normal voices group. Pitch strength increased after the PTS, regardless of gender. Participants also demonstrated an increase in the harmonics-to-noise ratio. VAS ratings of NB spectrograms indicated improvement in voice quality following the program.
Conclusions. Voice changes after performing PTS suggest voice quality improvement, as measured by acoustic analysis of vowel production and qualitative assessment of NB spectrograms among participants with and without voice disorders.
El arte de mirar. Semblanzas de artistas visuales en el estado de Hidalgo
Authors: Téllez Márquez Gabriel , Castelli Olvera Azul Kikey , Castelli Olvera Sarahi Isuki , Aguilar Lara Carmen Elizabeth
Published: December 2024

El objetivo principal fue visibilizar el trabajo de los artistas que desarrollan propuestas de arte plástico desde una visión humanista, donde el artista no es un ente incorpóreo dotado de un halo de permanente inspiración, sino un ser humano que lucha por hacer lo que le gusta, que teme, que odia, que ama y disfruta de la vida igual que todos, pero desde perspectivas distintas. Con esta propuesta se pretende rescatar la semblanza del artista, parte de sus currículos y una imagen muestra de su trabajo, visión fundamental para entender su obra o por lo menos para mirarla más allá. El título del proyecto “El arte de mirar”, se refiere al que observa la obra, al que trata de entenderla, pero también a la mirada del artista que transforma lo que mira y lo convierte en algo extraordinario a veces representado la belleza cotidiana y otras volviendo inteligible.
Safety Assessment RP1190 2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate Phosphate
Authors:   Food Standards Agency,   Food Standards Scotland
Published: December 2024

An application was submitted to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) in January 2021 by Keller and Heckman LLP for the authorisation of 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate phosphate (HEMAP) as a monomer in a commercial product for use in the manufacture of kitchen countertops and sinks that are intended for contact with all types of food.

All components of the commercial product are listed in assimilated Regulation EU No 10/2011 on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food. The application and the following assessment are for HEMAP only, not the commercial product.

Satisfactory information regarding the identity of substance, physical and chemical properties, intended application of substance, data on migration of substance and toxicological data were submitted.

To support the FSA and FSS in evaluating the dossier, the Joint Expert Group on Food Contact Materials (FCMJEG) were asked to review the dossier submitted by the Applicant and the subsequent additional information requested. The FCMJEG concluded that the there was no concern to human safety from the use of HEMAP in the commercial product to be used in the manufacture of kitchen countertops and sinks. The Committee on Toxicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment (COT) also reviewed the FCMJEG safety assessment agreeing with the conclusions of the FCMJEG.

The views of the FCMJEG and COT have been taken into account in this safety assessment which represents the opinion of the FSA and FSS on the authorisation of HEMAP as a monomer for use in the manufacture of kitchen countertops and sinks.
Assessment RP1565 Genetically Modified Soybean MON 87701
Authors:   Food Standards Agency,   Food Standards Scotland
Published: December 2024

FSA/FSS have reviewed an assessment of application RP1565 for the renewal authorisation of genetically modified (GM) insect-resistant soybean MON 87701 for food and feed uses, import and processing.

This GM application has been made to renew the authorisation in Great Britain (GB) as it is 10 years since the event was authorised and placed on the market in the EU. The same event has been authorised for food and/or feed use in 23 other territories worldwide as the information and data demonstrate that the regulatory science and safety criteria are satisfied according to the regulatory requirements in those territories. This Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) had its authorisation renewed by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in 2022.

FSA/FSS have reviewed the information provided by the applicant and the EFSA renewal Opinion1 and confirmed that genetically modified soybean MON 87701, as described in this application, is unlikely to have any adverse effect on human or animal health or on the environment in the context of its intended uses in GB.
Assessment RP1566 Genetically Modified Soybean MON 87701 X MON 89788
Authors:   Food Standards Agency,   Food Standards Scotland
Published: December 2024

“FSA/FSS have reviewed an assessment of application RP1566 for the renewal authorisation of genetically modified (GM) insect-resistant soybean MON 87701 x MON 89788 for food and feed uses, import and processing.

This GM application has been made to renew the authorisation in Great Britain (GB) as it is 10 years since the stacked event was authorised and placed on the market in the EU. The same event has been authorised for food and/or feed use in 17 other territories worldwide as the information and data demonstrate that the regulatory science and safety criteria are satisfied according to the regulatory requirements in those territories. This Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) had its authorisation renewed by European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in 2022.

FSA/FSS have reviewed the information provided by the applicant and the EFSA renewal Opinion1 and confirmed that genetically modified soybean MON 87701 x MON 89788, as described in this application, is unlikely to have any adverse effect on human or animal health or on the environment in the context of its intended uses in GB.”
Safety Assessment RP1232 Genetically Modified GHB811 Cotton
Authors:   Food Standards Agency,   Food Standards Scotland
Published: December 2024

Following the submission of application RP652 to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) under assimilated Regulation (EC) No. 1829/2003 from Syngenta Crop Protection NV/SA, represented by Syngenta Limited (Bracknell, UK), FSA/FSS (Food Standards Scotland) have undertaken a safety assessment on genetically modified MIR162 maize. To support the safety assessment by FSA/FSS, the Advisory Committee on Novel Foods and (ACNFP) provided advice to FSA/FSS on the data submitted for the renewal of authorisation for the genetically modified maize MIR162, as outlined in this document. The advice of the ACNFP has been taken into account in this safety assessment which represents the opinion of FSA/FSS on the safety of genetically modified MIR162 maize.

MIR162 maize is modified to express the Vip3a20 and PMI proteins; Vip3Aa20 – a variant of a protein from the soil bacterium Bacillus thurigiensis – is an insecticidal protein, active against certain lepidopteran pests of maize, including Spodoptera frugiperda (Fall armyworm) and Helicoverpa zea (Corn earworm). PMI (phosphomannose isomerase – from E. coli strain K-12) catalyses the reversible interconversion of mannose and fructose, and enables the plant to use mannose as a primary carbon source. It is used as a selectable marker in the development of MIR162 maize.

MIR162 maize has previously been authorised for food and feed uses and is most commonly used as animal feed. The scope of this application is for the renewal of the authorisation for placing on the market of food and feed products containing, consisting of, or produced from genetically modified MIR162 maize. This also includes products other than food or feed. The application does not cover cultivation and therefore no MIR162 maize will be grown in the UK.

In providing its advice on the safety of MIR162 maize for food and feed, the ACNFP considered data provided as part of application RP652 (post-market environmental monitoring reports, evaluation of systematic literature searches, additional studies performed by or on behalf of the applicant, and updated bioinformatics analyses), additional information provided by the applicant, and analyses and reports from outside contractors. The ACNFP assessed these data for possible new hazards, modified exposures, or new scientific uncertainties identified during the authorisation period and not previously assessed in the context of the original application (EFSA GMO Panel 2012).

FSA/FSS concludes, based on ACNFP advice, that there is no evidence in the renewal application RP652 for new hazards, modified exposures, or new scientific uncertainties that would change the conclusions of the original risk assessment on genetically modified maize MIR162 (EFSA GMO Panel 2012).
OPTIMIZATION OF PMU PLACEMENT FOR IMPROVED NETWORK OBSERVABILITY USING MATLAB
Authors:   JSC ELEKTROMREZA SERBIA, Bečejac Vladimir
Published: December 2024

This paper presents the development and implementation of a MATLAB
application for the optimal placement of PMU (Phasor Measurement Units) devices in the
power system. The aim of the application is to maximize the reliability and efficiency of
system monitoring, ensuring full topological observability of the network. By utilizing
linear and advanced optimization methods (Particle Swarm Optimization), the
application identifies the best locations for PMU devices, taking into account classical
analyses, N-1 analyses, and existing PMU devices. The described activities were carried
out through the European Horizon 2020 project Reliability, Resilience, and Defense
Technology for the Grid-R2D2.
SOFTWARE MODULE FOR DISPLAYING AND ANALYZING VIBRATIONS
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Institute Mihailo Pupin, Milić Bojana , Stamatović Radomir ,   University of Belgrade, Institute Mihailo Pupin, Konečni Gordan ,   University of Belgrade, Institute Mihailo Pupin, Aćimović Željko ,   University of Belgrade, Institute Mihailo Pupin, Stefanović Goran ,   University of Belgrade, Institute Mihailo Pupin
Published: December 2024

A software module for display, analysis and prediction of characteristic
elements in vibromonitoring was created within the SCADA system. A fast eight-channel
module BVM8 was used for vibration measurement. Measurements were made in two axes of
rotation. Measured data are stored in a special archival relational database. By using the fast
Fourier transform (FFT) in selected time intervals, parameters for frequency analysis are
obtained - spectrum, Bode diagram, Nyquist diagram, with appropriate displays within the
application. It is also possible to filter the spectrum in the given ranges, as well as display the
selected harmonics in the time domain, so that by applying the inverse fast Fourier
transformation (FFT'1) orbital diagrams, diagrams of the first and second harmonics, etc. are
obtained.
TerraTrack – terenski lokator i informator
Authors:   ETŠ Mihajlo Pupin Novi Sad, Srbija, Rodić Uroš , Srđan Tutuš ,   ETŠ Mihajlo Pupin Novi Sad, Srbija
Published: December 2024

Ovaj rad predstavlja uređaj koji služi kao moderno pomagalo za istraživače, avanturiste, terence i ljude koji su skloni boravku u prirodi. TerraTrack pruža funkcionalnosti potrebno za efikasno orijentisanje u prirodi i praćenje meteoroloških promena.
Šmitov komparator sa operacionim pojačavačima
Authors:   University of Niš, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Niš Serbia, Stanković Nikola , Savković Lena ,   University of Niš, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Niš Serbia
Published: December 2024

Komparatorska kola služe za upoređivanje kontinualnih, odnosno analognih, i/ili digitalnih signala. Šmitovo kolo je vrsta elektronskog prekidača koje okida zavisno od vrednosti praga okidanja. Analiziran je i testiran rad Šmitovog kola korišćenjem komponente LM324N [3] u primerima koji slede. Obrađena je kako invertujuća, tako i neinvertujuća konfiguracija operacionog pojačavača, kao i njihova kombinacija. Rad Šmit triger kola je takođe i softverski proveren u LT Spice-u.
Analiza pouzdanosti gasnih odvodnika proizvođača Littelfuse pri različitim radnim naponima
Authors:   University of Niš, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Niš Serbia, Petrušijević Milica
Published: December 2024

Gasni odvodnici prenapona imaju široku primenu u zaštiti električnih sistema i spadaju u najčešće korišćene nelinearne zaštitne komponente. Njihov rad se temelji na principu električnog proboja gasova pri niskom pritisku. U Laboratoriji za vakuumsku i gasnu tehniku na Elektronskom fakultetu u Nišu sprovedeno je istraživanje, tokom kojeg je izvršena karakterizacija gasnih odvodnika. Na osnovu rezultata analizirane su memorijske krive, odnosno zavisnost srednjih vrednosti vremena kašnjenja električnog proboja od vremena relaksacije za tri vrednosti radnog napona gasnih odvodnika Littelfuse 230 V, 250 V i 300 V.
TOTAL AUDIT REPORT LAG: PENGARUH PROFITABILITAS, LEVERAGE DAN UKURAN PERUSAHAAN
Authors: Chrystalia Chrystalia , Apriwenni Prima , Esra Martha Ayerza
Published: December 2024

Financial statements are one of the primary references for evaluating a company's performance. These reports generally need to be prepared quickly because they are crucial for companies, especially those that are publicly traded. The Indonesia Stock Exchange requires publicly traded companies to provide accurate and timely data and information. The purpose of this research is to determine whether profitability, leverage, and company size have an impact on audit report lag. The sample used in this study consists of companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2020 to 2023. The sampling method applied is purposive sampling method, with several criteria used so as to get a sample of 47 companies with a research period of 4 years. The data analysis technique used is pooling test, descriptive statistical test, classical assumption test, multiple linear regressioin analyst, and hypothesis testing. The test which is processed using the IBM SPSS Statistic 27 application. It can be concluded that there is sufficient evidence that profitability has a negative effect on audit report lag. Leverage has a negative effect on audit report lag, and there is not enough evidence that company size has a positive effect on audit report lag.
3P Strategy in Verrel Bramasta's Political Marketing in the 2024 Legislative Election: Instagram Social Media Content Analysis
Authors: Muhammad Alif Ariga  , Asri Nur Mahdia Devi  , Bintan Auliya Qurrota A’yun  , Syarifah Nur Aini
Published: December 2024

This research is based on the phenomenon that occurred in the 2024 general election, where political marketing has become a common instrument used by candidates or political parties. This is done to approach the public to gain support that allows them to win political office. This research aims to analyze the 3P (Push, Pull, Pass) strategy used by Verrel Bramasta in his political campaign in the 2024 legislative elections, focusing on the Instagram social media platform. In the context of political marketing, social media has become an important tool to gain public support and build a candidate's image. This research adopts a qualitative approach with the data collection technique of documentation from Verrel Bramasta's Instagram posts during a certain campaign period. The content analysis method is used to decipher the meaning of his political campaign content by paying attention to the use of the 3P strategy and its impact on public perception and voter participation. The results of this study show that the use of social media can strengthen the image and gain support from voters, which increases the chances of winning.
AN ASSESSMENT OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION FROM THE INSURANCE POLICIES OF SIERRA LEONE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Authors: Koroma Philip Suleiman , Kamara Sheku , Baion Samu
Published: December 2024

The primary focus revolves around dissecting the key factors influencing satisfaction and dissecting the intricate interplay between customer satisfaction and behavioral intentions exhibited by consumers within the company's context. The study employs a cross-sectional survey methodology, employing a meticulously designed self-administered structured questionnaire that has been disseminated among the customer base of the Sierra Leone National Insurance Company. Employing the robust Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) approach, the research orchestrates an insightful exploration into the dynamics of relationships between various variables. The outcomes of this meticulous inquiry underscore the paramount importance of reliability and responsiveness as integral facets affecting customer satisfaction within the realm of the Sierra Leone National Insurance Company. Contrarily, the study finds technical quality, price, and image quality to lack significant influence as determinants of consumer satisfaction within the company's domain. Significantly, the study unravels a substantial and positive nexus between customer satisfaction and diverse behavioral intentions, spanning from the intent to recommend, switch, and repurchase. Interestingly, the intricate interplay between customer satisfaction and behavioral intentions remains resilient even in the face of demographic influences such as gender, age, educational attainment, and income levels. In conclusion, this study presents insightful recommendations for future explorations, delves into the multifaceted implications for management and theoretical frameworks, and takes cognizance of the inherent limitations encountered during the research journey.

JEL: D12; D81; G22, L15; M31

 

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DISMANTLING AND ANALYSING MULTI-PARAGRAPHS TO IMPROVE THE USE OF PRESENT AND PAST TENSES IN WRITING AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS
Authors: Panicker Chandra Mohan Vasudeva
Published: December 2024

Grammar is the backbone of language, providing a set of rules and principles that govern the structure, formation, and usage of words and sentences. This study aims to “dismantle” paragraphs from non-friction material, learn the usage of present and past tenses in these sentence structures, and apply this knowledge in writing sentences containing present and past tenses. A pretest-post-test control group design was employed. The participants of this study would consist of 20 college students who were randomly assigned to a treatment and a control group. Both groups were exposed to the same classroom conditions except for the intervention. Only the treatment group was given intervention. The respondents’ scores were measured at two points, pre-test and post-test. This was followed by a semi-structured interview in which three participants from the treatment group were interviewed. The findings revealed improved participants’ use of present and past-tense writing based on the difference between the pretest and the post-test results. The interview data also revealed that the participants were able to construct more accurate sentences using these tenses. Interestingly, the study respondents said that this activity had made them pay close attention to sentence structures when they read materials in the English language. Exposing students to different genres and studying sentence structure thoroughly can help improve students' grammar, specifically present and past tense, in their writing.
 

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INCIDENTAL VOCABULARY LEARNING: CHALLENGING COLLOCATION FORMS TO ACQUIRE
Authors: Tho Luu Huu
Published: December 2024

The ongoing research examined the complex nature of collocations in the context of incidental vocabulary acquisition of challenging collocation forms to internalize in English. A total of 157 participants engaged in a series of five timed vocabulary assessments, which were administered sequentially via Google Forms. The percentage of correct responses was gathered and analyzed according to each specific collocation type. Notably, the participants experienced the greatest difficulty with the "N + V" collocation form, while they achieved their highest accuracy in the "Adv + Adj" form. The research findings indicate that students faced significant challenges with "N + V" collocations, while they demonstrated a greater ease in understanding "Adv + Adj" collocations. Consequently, several recommendations can be proposed to address these disparities in comprehension.
 

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SELF-EMOTIONAL MANAGEMENT SKILLS OF PRESCHOOL TEACHERS: A CASE STUDY IN PRESCHOOLS IN BINH XUYEN DISTRICT, VINH PHUC PROVINCE, VIETNAM
Authors: Duong Nghiem Thi , Nguyet Tran Thi
Published: December 2024

Self-emotional management skills for preschool teachers encompass self-recognition of emotions, emotional control, emotional regulation, and effective utilization of emotions. This study focuses on preschool teachers in Binh Xuyen District, Vinh Phuc Province, Vietnam, assessing their self-reported proficiency in these areas. The findings indicate that these teachers generally rate their self-emotional management skills as relatively strong. This serves as a valuable foundation for further skill development, enabling teachers to perform their roles more effectively. Enhancing these skills can contribute significantly to improving the quality of childcare, nurturing, and education in Vietnamese preschools, especially within the current context of educational reform.
 

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The difference in salinity tolerance between cultured and wild sea cucumber Apostichopus japonicus Selenka based on survival, enzyme activity and transcriptome analyses
Authors: Zhao Yuming , Su Yanmin , Chen Rongjie , Wang Feng , Liu Bo
Published: December 2024

Salinity is a critical environmental factor affecting the growth, survival, distribution, and physiological processes of the sea cucumber, Apostichopus japonicus (Selenka). In this study, we examined the survival rates, enzymatic activities, and transcriptomes of one cultured and two wild populations of the sea cucumber, A. japonicus Selenka to compare their tolerance across a range of salinities. Significant differences in survival rates were observed among the three populations when exposed to salinity levels of 45, 40, 23, 20, and 17 psu. As salinity decreased, the activities of catalase, Na+-K+-ATPase, amylase and superoxide dismutase in cultured sea cucumbers peaked at 23 psu, and declined at 20 psu. In contrast, the activities of these enzymes in wild sea cucumbers decreased at 23 psu. At 40 psu, the four enzymatic activities significantly decreased in cultured sea cucumbers but continued to increase significantly in wild populations (P < 0.05). Transcriptomic analysis based on Gene Ontology (GO) function revealed the terms “cellular process,” “membrane” and “binding” were most enriched in the biological process, cellular component, and molecular function categories, respectively. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway analysis identified “Glycerophospholipid metabolism” and “Starch and sucrose metabolism” among the top 10 most enriched pathways. The findings of this study provide new insights into the salinity tolerance adaptation of cultured sea cucumbers.
Identification and characterization of tissue-specific genes in response to handling stress in topmouth culter (Culter alburnus) kidney, liver and muscle tissues
Authors: Chi Meili , Cheng Shun , Zheng Jianbo , Liu Shili , Jiang Wenping , Li Fei
Published: December 2024

Topmouth culter (Culter alburnus) is an important freshwater economic fish in China. However, external stress often triggers strong reactions, resulting in low survival rates and reduced productivity. The absence of stress-related genes has significantly limited our understanding of stress response in this fish. Therefore, 85,846,206 high-quality reads were acquired from kidney, liver and muscle cDNA libraries of topmouth culter using illumina sequencing technology in this study. Comparative analysis revealed that 3,158; 409 and 1,952 unigenes were specifically expressed in the kidney, liver and muscle transcriptome, respectively. Additionally, 83 crucial tissue-specific genes were identified within three stress-related GO terms: response to stimulus (GO:0050896), response to stress (GO:0006950) and response to hypoxia (GO:0001666). From these, 18 tissue-specific genes were further isolated. During the short-term stress experiment (two repeated handling stress, including chasing 2 min and netting out of water for 30s), significant changes were observed in the cortisol levels of both the treatment and recovery groups. Furthermore, notable changes were noted in the expression of LCP2, PTK2b and P-selectin genes in the kidney; FABP1, IGFBP1 and CYP4V2 genes in the liver; and MYH10, Myogenin 2 and Toponin C genes in the muscle of topmouth culter in the treatment and recovery groups (P < 0.05). The tissue-specific transcriptome profiles generated in this study offer valuable insights into the molecular and functional mechanisms associated with stress response in topmouth culter. We characterizated genes related to stress response in tissues such as the kidney, liver and muscle, these findings offer novel insights into stress research in fish. We can further explore the breeding of strains with enhanced stress resistance and promote the healthy development of topmouth culter industry.
Review Artikel : Zat Pengikat Dan Pengaruh Uji Sediaan Fisik Tablet Hisab Dari Ekstrak Tumbuhan
Authors: Hafidz M. , Fadhli Muhammad , Habibah Ratna , Az-Zahra Difa , Aniffah Putri , Latifah Nor
Published: December 2024

Dalam pengobatan, bentuk sediaan tablet lumayan banyak digunakan. Salah satunya tablet hisab, bentuk tablet hisab disukai karena mengandung pemanis dan mudah ditelan oleh pasien yang sulit menelan obat.  Tablet hisap dirancang agar zat aktifnya langsung diserap melalui lapisan dalam mulut. Untuk itu, diperlukan bahan pengikat yang memastikan tablet tetap solid sebelum digunakan. Dalam review artikel ini membahas tentang zat pengikat dan pengaruh sifat fisik tablet hisab dari ekstrak tumbuhan. Metode yang digunakan studi literatur dari berbagai jurnal, artikel dan hasil penelitian lainnya.  Sifat fisik tablet hisap, seperti keseragaman, ukuran, kerapuhan, kekerasan, dan waktu hancur, dapat dipengaruhi oleh konsentrasi bahan pengikat yang ada pada formula. Untuk menguji sifat fisik tablet, bahan pengikat PVP/PVP K-30 5% biasanya digunakan.
Comparison of PMH Arrangements in Indonesia and the Netherlands in Transportation Matters
Authors:   Pelita Harapan University, Lely Kamani Ni Kadek Manik , Puri Dewi Salsah ,   Pelita Harapan University, Imogen Lorin ,   Pelita Harapan University, Anton Frity Felicia ,   Pelita Harapan University, Tjua Mottoh Giorgio Geissler Vallerio ,   Pelita Harapan University
Published: December 2024

This study aims to compare the regulation of Unlawful Acts (PMH) in the transportation sector in Indonesia and the Netherlands, in order to provide better policy recommendations. The method used is normative juridical with a comparative approach, through analysis of regulations and legal norms in both countries. The results show that the PMH system in the Netherlands, which applies the principle of strict liability, is more effective in handling transportation accident cases compared to Indonesia, which still relies on the element of fault. This results in a faster legal process in the Netherlands and better protection of victims. The implication of this finding is the need for reform in the regulation of PMH in Indonesia to be more responsive to the needs of modern society, as well as increasing public awareness of the importance of complying with traffic regulations. This research is expected to be a reference for policy makers in formulating more effective and efficient regulations in the transportation sector.
EL LENGUAJE NARRATIVO EN EL DESARROLLO LINGÜÍSTICO DE LOS NIÑOS Y NIÑAS
Authors: Pilligua Calle Eco.Luis Miguel , Vélez Holguin Eco. Jorge Luis , Merchán Quimis Lcdo.Lorenzo
Published: December 2024

El lenguaje narrativo consiste emplear la expresión oral para contar historias, cuentos, hechos, entre otras particularidades que permite de manera directa enriquecer el desarrollo lingüístico en los niños del Nivel Inicial, por ello deberá ser este lenguaje empleado por los docentes durante el proceso educativo. Esta investigación tiene como objetivo determinar la importancia del lenguaje narrativo en el desarrollo lingüístico de los niños del Centro de Educación Inicial de la Escuela Fiscal Mixta “Manuel Inocencio Parrales y Guale” del Cantón Jipijapa, período 2013 – 2014, se empleó como instrumento una guía de observación y la encuesta. Los resultados demostraron que los niños utilizan únicamente cuentos, obras narrativas infantiles, por medio de los cuales pueden interpretar imágenes y escuchan lo que el docente parvulario les relata, además los niños se involucraron con mayor frecuencia en la escenificación de cuentos, siendo el docente parvulario el encargado de marcar cada una de las pautas para que los niños efectúen narración vivencial de un cuento. En conclusión, la imaginación y la memoria, ayuda a mantener la concentración y la atención, enseña a expresarse con oraciones complejas, con un lenguaje lógico y gramaticalmente correcto, además de inicia a los niños en la interpretación, comprensión y expresiones en lenguaje figurado
Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja dan Lingkungan Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai pada Dinas Pendidikan Pemuda dan Pelatihan Olahraga Kabupaten Karawang
Authors: Anisa Nurlaela Sari  , Suroso  , Flora Patricia Anggela
Published: December 2024

This study was conducted with the aim of knowing the partial and simultaneous influence between work discipline and work environment on the performance of employees of the Karawang Regency Youth Education and Sports Office. The method used in this research is quantitative method. The study population consisted of 80 employees of the Karawang Regency Youth Education and Sports Office, using a saturated sample sampling technique, where the entire population became the research sample. Data analysis was carried out using the Validity Test, Reliability Test, Normality Test, and Hypothesis Test using the t Test (Partial) and F Test (Simultaneous). The results of this study indicate that there is a partial influence between work discipline and the work environment of the Service with a t table value (7.386> 1.991). There is also a partial influence between the work environment and employee performance with a t table value (2.629> 1991). In addition, the level of employee performance is jointly influenced by work discipline and work environment. This can be seen from the calculated F value (59.873> 2.72.) The magnitude of the influence of work discipline and work environment on employee performance at the Youth and Sports Education Office is 60.9%.
Pengaruh Kepercayaan, Kepuasan Pelanggan, Citra Merek dan Pengalaman Pelanggan Terhadap Loyalitas: Studi Kasus pada Pengguna Iphone
Authors: Muhammad Reza Adzaki  , Totok Haryanto  , Herni Justiana Astuti  , Alfato Yusnar Kharismasyah
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze trust, customer satisfaction, brand image, and experience on the loyalty of iPhone users in Purwokerto. The iPhone product is a smartphone brand produced by Apple, Inc., and is currently very popular with the public because it has an image as a top-notch mobile phone with unique features and appearances that are not owned by other brands. This study is a quantitative study with a sample of 150 respondents selected using purposive sampling techniques. The analysis tool used is multiple linear regression with the help of SPSS Version 25.00 software. The results of the study show that: 1) Trust has a significant positive effect on loyalty, 2) Customer satisfaction does not has a significant positive effect on loyalty, 3) Brand image has a significant positive effect on loyalty, and 4) Experience have a not significant positive effect on loyalty. These results indicate that trust, customer satisfaction, and brand image are important factors in increasing the loyalty of iPhone users in Purwokerto.
Pengaruh Profitabilitas, Likuiditas, Ukuran Perusahaan, Leverage, Kepemilikan Manajerial dan Kepemilikan Institusional Terhadap Nilai Perusahaan: Studi pada Perusahaan Food and Baverage yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia Tahun 2019-2022
Authors: Sheila Maria Kaunang  , Purnama Siddi  , Sari Kurniati
Published: December 2024

This research aims to examine the influence of the independent variables profitability, liquidity, company size, leverage, managerial ownership and institutional ownership and the dependent variable firm value. The object of this research is food and beverage companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange 2019 - 2022. The sampling method used is the purposive sampling technique. This research was conducted on 19 companies and the number of observations was 532 data using a quantitative-descriptive approach. The analytical method used is multiple regression which consists of classic assumption tests (normality test, multicollinearity test, heteroscedasticity test and autocorrelation test) and hypothesis tests (coefficient of determination test, T test, F test). The results of this research show that profitability and leverage have a positive and significant effect on company value, while liquidity, company size, managerial ownership and institutional ownership have no effect on company value.