bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Les tic dans l’approche par projet de la langue de spécialité
Authors: Vujović Ana , Ristić Miroslava
Published: July 2024

Dans l’enseignement/apprentissage d’une langue étrangère de spécialité, le projet comprend des composantes linguistiques, professionnelles, sociolinguistiques, socioculturelles et interculturelles. Les compétences numériques des professeurs des écoles sont importantes non seulement en raison du développement dynamique des TIC, mais aussi en raison du lien étroit avec les compétences pédagogiques, psychologiques, didactiques et disciplinaires. En utilisant des méthodes de description, d’analyse et de modélisation, nous présentons d’abord les avantages de l’approche par projet soutenue par les technologies numériques dans l’enseignement des langues étrangères de spécialité, puis nous présentons trois modèles de projet qui aboutissent à différents produits. Notre objectif est de proposer plusieurs modèles de projets appuyés sur les technologies numériques en fonction du développement des compétences linguistiques, numériques et méthodologiques des professeurs des écoles. Sur la base de l’analyse des applications échantillonnées, nous pouvons conclure que les technologies numériques peuvent être utilisées dans toutes les phases du projet, et que l’approche par projet encourage le travail indépendant, ainsi que la coopération des étudiants et contribue au développement de leurs compétences. Le rôle de l’enseignant qui dirige le projet, motive et oriente les élèves, reconnaît les problèmes à temps et aide les élèves à les résoudre, revêt une importance particulière.
Distanzunterricht während der covid-19-Pandemie: Ansichten von slowenischen Universitätsprofessor: innen und -studierenden zu didaktischen Aspekten
Authors: Smajla Tilen
Published: July 2024

Der Beitrag konzentriert sich auf Ansichten slowenischer Universitätsprofessor:innen sowie Universitätsstudierenden zum Distanzunterricht und dessen didaktischer Perspektiven. Mit dem Ausbruch der COVID-19-Pandemie wurden alle Lehr- und Lernaktivitäten auf den Distanzunterricht verlagert, was sowohl für Universitätsprofessor:innen als auch für Universitätsstudierende ein großes Hindernis darstellte. Ziel dieser Studie war es, die Ansichten von Universitätsprofessor:innen und Studierenden zum Distanzunterricht während der COVID-19-Pandemie zu untersuchen. Die Forschungsstichprobe bestand aus 992 Universitätsstudierenden und 179 Universitätsprofessor:innen. Es wurden zwei Forschungshypothesen aufgestellt. Die Ergebnisse zeigen, dass die Professor:innen den Aussagen überwiegend zustimmen, d. h. sie haben eine überwiegend positive Einstellung zum Distanzunterricht. Umgekehrt sind die Studierenden mit den Aussagen eher nicht einverstanden. Dies deutet darauf hin, dass die Verpflichtungen, die Professor:innen beim Distanzunterricht haben, und die Verpflichtungen und Bedürfnisse, welche Studierende beim Distanzunterricht haben, genauer geklärt werden müssen. In Anbetracht dieser Ergebnisse wird den Universitätsprofessor:innen empfohlen, ihre didaktischen Ansätze und Methoden zu überdenken und sie an die neue Normalität anzupassen und Strategien für den Distanzunterricht im Falle einer weiteren Pandemie oder Schulschließung zu entwickeln.
LSP curriculum development: from theory to practice. A case study
Authors: M. Maci Stefania
Published: July 2024

A Language for Specific Purposes (LSP) course is one in which the methodology, content, objectives, materials, teaching and assessment practices all derive from the specific use of a target language based on a specified set of professional needs. Developing an LSP curriculum involves a very similar process to any other language course, because it should be systematic and defensible, and should start by understanding the needs of the students taking the course. Furthermore, the current trend seems to be moving towards a process of internationalization in most regions, whereby ‘internationalization’ is often understood by stakeholders as ‘English’. By providing practical examples, and based on a self-ethnomethodological approach, this paper tries to describe the process we used to create an LSP syllabus as a curriculum for an MA in tourism planning and management, where English is the language of instruction. While the theoretical approach to curriculum development is linear, the reality is much more complex: though curriculum development and syllabus creation are intrinsically linked to needs analysis to such an extent that without a needs analysis they cannot be planned, there are cases where a needs analysis cannot be done because similar curricula or syllabi do not exist. Then, the LSP teacher must resort to what has been defined as a needs analysis on the run while adopting an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach to curriculum development. In this process, students play an active role and promote their interest with the teacher who could thus adjust and implement the envisaged educational goals. The hope is to provide teachers and curriculum developers with the information and tools they may need to design and create their own LSP courses.
Nachhaltigkeitsaspekte in Curricula an technischen Hochschulen in Serbien – wohin mit der Nachhaltigkeit?
Authors: Barić Karmelka
Published: July 2024

Der Beitrag beabsichtigt, die Nachhaltigkeitsziele der Agenda 2030 unter die Lupe zu nehmen und sie in Verbindung mit den Prinzipien der in einem internationalen Hochschulprojekt entstandenen Rahmencurricula für den studienbegleitenden Deutschunterricht zu analysieren. Die – der Agenda 2030 entsprechend – auf Nachhaltigkeitsziele im Fremdsprachenunterricht orientierte Aufmerksamkeit wird durch eine von Oktober 2022 bis Februar 2023 online durchgeführte Umfrage über das Interesse an Nachhaltigkeitsthemen bezeugt: Betroffen waren Student*innen an zwei technischen Hochschulen in Subotica (Serbien) und eine Gruppe von Student*innen an ausländischen Hochschulen unterschiedlicher Studiengänge in Europa. Auch Arbeiter*innen wurden um ihre Meinung gebeten und die Ergebnisse der Befragungen miteinander verglichen. Außerdem wurden die Online-Curricula für den Deutschunterricht an serbischen technisch orientierten Hochschulen im Hinblick auf ihre Berufsbezogenheit qualitativ untersucht: Es sollte im Sinne der Lerner*innen-Orientierung und der Lerner*innen festgestellt werden, welche Themenbereiche für die Curricula an technischen Fachrichtungen empfehlenswert sind und auf welche Art und Weise die Student*innen als berufsfähige Nachhaltigkeitsbürger dieser einen Welt etwas zur Verbesserung der Gesellschaft beitragen können. Zum Schluss wird die Bedeutung der Ergebnisse der Analyse für die allgemeine Entwicklung von curricularen Rahmen hervorgehoben und erklärt, worauf sich bei der Entwicklung von Curricula die Aufmerksamkeit im Sinn der Agenda 2030 richten sollte. Aus der Studie ergibt sich die Bedeutung der Integration von Nachhaltigkeitsthemen in die Curricula des studienbegleitdenden Deutsch- und Fremdsprachenunterrichts technischer Studiengänge und die Notwendigkeit, die Prinzipien der Agenda 2030 bei der Curriculumentwicklung zu berücksichtigen.
Hémorragie cérébrale du post-partum par accouchement césarienne : à propos d’un cas
Authors: Ernestho-ghoud Indretsy Mahavivola , Soilihi Moustafa Abdou , Rajaonarison Ny Ony Narindra Lova Hasina , Randriamampianina Tahianasoa , Raveloson Nasolotsiry Enintsoa , Ahmad Ahmad , Vololontiana Hanta Marie Danielle
Published: July 2024

La physiopathologie exacte de l’accident vasculaire cérébral (AVC) hémorragique du post-partum est encore mal élucidée. L’implication  de l’accouchement par césarienne est encore controversée. Le but de cet article était d’attirer l’attention sur un risque accru d’AVC hémorragique du post-partum après un accouchement par césarienne chez une femme de 38 ans. En effet, l’hypertension artérielle  méconnue et de la thrombose veineuse profonde favoriseraient le déclenchement prématuré du travail et l’AVC hémorragique du  postpartum. La coexistence entre l’AVC hémorragique et l’accouchement par césarienne a été fortuite sans lien de causalité.
 
English title: Post-partum hemorrhagic stroke after cesarean delivery: a case report
The influence of post-partum on hemorrhagic stroke remains unexplained. Hemorrhagic stroke-complicated cesarean delivery is still a matter of controversy. The aim of the present report was to draw attention to an increased risk of stroke in the postpartum period in a  38-yearold woman who underwent a cesarean section. In fact, unknown hypertension and deep vein thrombosis may have triggerred  premature onset of labor and postpartum cerebral hemorrhage. The coexistence of hemorrhagic stroke and cesarean delivery was  probably fortuitous without any causality link.
Impact du COVID-19 sur la fonction érectile : une étude comparative d’une série des cas avant et après la guérison
Authors: Loposso Matthieu Nkumu , Mbayabu Michel Mandungu , Mbey Pitchou Mukaz , Mbala Theophile Biayi , Diangenda Pablo Kuntima , Moningo Dieudonne Bolamba , Esika Jean Mokumo , Punga-Maole Augustin Monga Lembe
Published: July 2024

Contexte & objectif: Plusieurs auteurs ont démontré l’influence de la COVID-19 sur la fonction érectile. En Afrique Subsaharienne, les  données y relatives restent paradoxalement fragmentaires. L’objectif de la présente étude était d’évaluer l’impact de la COVID -19 sur la fonction érectile des patients suivis et guéris de cette affection dans notre milieu.
Méthodes: Il s’agissait d’une série des cas à visée  analytique qui s’est déroulée au sein du Centre de traitement des patients COVID-19 (CTC) des Cliniques Universitaires de Kinshasa.  L’évaluation de la dysfonction érectile (DE) a été faite sur base d’une fiche d’enquête contenant le questionnaire IIEF-5.
Résultats: Au total, 198 patients ont été enrôlés. Leur âge moyen était de 43 ± 14 ans (extrêmes 19 et 67 ans). Comparée avant la COVID-19, la proportion de patients avec DE a augmenté significativement de 49, 5 % à 60, 6 % après (p < 0,01). L’âge, l’obésité, le diabète  sucré, l’HTA, l’alcool et l’état civil étaient significativement associés à l’apparition de la DE après la COVID-19. En analyse  multivariée, l’âge ≥ 50 ans, l’obésité, le diabète sucré, l’HTA et la consommation d’alcool étaient indépendamment associés à la DE,  multipliant ce risque respectivement, par 5 ; 3 ; 6 ; 6,1 et 8. Conclusion. Les patients atteints de COVID19 avaient une prévalence élevée de  la dysfonction érectile.
 
English title: Impact of COVID-19 on erectile function: a comparative study of a series of cases before and after recovery
Context & objective: Several authors have demonstrated the influence of COVID-19 on erectile function. In Sub-Saharan Africa, there is not enough information assessing the relationship between COVID-19 and erectile function. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of  COVID-19 on the erectile function of patients who were hospitalized and cured of COVID-19 in Kinshasa.
Methods: This descriptive study  with analytical purposes took place within the COVID-19 Patient Treatment Center (CTC) of the Kinshasa University Hospital. The  evaluation of erectile dysfunction (ED) was carried out on the basis of a survey form containing the IIEF-5 questionnaire.
Results: The  average age of patients was 43 ± 14 years with extremes of 19 and 67 years. ED was present in 49.5% of patients before COVID-19  compared to 60.6% after recovery from COVID-19. Age, obesity, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, alcohol and marital status were  significantly associated with the onset of ED after COVID-19. In multivariate analysis, age ≥ 50 years, obesity, diabetes mellitus,  hypertension and alcohol consumption multiplied this risk respectively by 5; 3; 6; 6.1 and 8.
Conclusion: Patients with COVID-19 had a  high prevalence of ED.
Effect of coating based on orange epicarp extract on the ripening of avocado (Percea americana L.)
Authors: Mbatchamen Emmanuel , Anoumaa Mariette , Tafre-Phounzonge Eugèn , Tchinda Ngotio Alain , Nguemezi Aghofack Jean , Nnomo Douanla Roland , Simo Claude
Published: July 2024

The shelf life of avocados during the post-harvest period is very limited due to rapid senescence. In order extend the shelf life of the avocados, the effects of coating based on orange epicarp extracts were tested on the physical and physiological parameters of the ripening process. Avocados were coated with different concentrations of orange epicarp extracts, including 0.066 Kg.l­1, 0.133 Kg.l­1, 0.2 Kg.l­1 and 0.26 Kg.l­1. Uncoated fruits were considered as control. Twelve parameters including loss of firmness, physiological loss of mass, water content in the pulp, soluble solids content, pH, protein content, pigment content in skin and pulp as well as time to senescence were measured during the ripening process. Results showed that, 0.133 Kg.l­1 was found to be the most effective extending the time to senescence of avocado by slowing down the loss of firmness, physiological mass loss, chlorophyll degradation and protein synthesis as compared to the other concentrations of orange epicarp extracts and the control. Orange epicarp at a concentration of 0.133 Kg.l­1 helped to extend the shelf life of avocados.
The making of pognaa (woman chief) in the Waala Traditional Political System: Implications for women’s involvement in community governance
Authors: Sabogu Adams , Puorideme Dennis
Published: July 2024

This study examines the complexities surrounding the position of the pognaa (Woman Chief) within Ghana’s patrilineal Waala traditional  political system. Employing sociocultural discourse study and Foucault's notion of discourse and power, the study investigates situated  social practices and power dynamics constructing the identity and position of pognaa, in Dorimon and Wechiau Traditional Areas. The  study reveals that the construction of pognaa’s identity and position within the patrilineal society embeds power struggle and resistance,  and that the making of pognaa or pognamine is neither an innovation nor an imposition of Ghana’s bureaucratic governance institutions.  It is a cultural practice underpinned in patrilineal societies of Ghana’s Upper West Region. Also, the criteria for selecting a  pognaa, unlike the chief, is unclear, ambiguous and fraught with practices of coexisting traditional and bureaucratic power structures,  and the pognaa or Pognamine do not play any strategic role in traditional power structures. The study contributes to a nuanced  understanding of the challenges and opportunities regarding women's leadership roles within patrilineal societies, and contemporary transformations. Highlighting the interplay of power, gender roles, and cultural discourses that shape the pognaa’s position, the study  offers valuable insights into women and leadership in Traditional community governing practices and development.
Business anthropology: An overview
Authors: Srivastava Shuchi
Published: July 2024

Business anthropology is a multidisciplinary field that applies anthropological theories, methods, and insights to understand various  aspects of business organizations, practices, and interactions within the corporate world. It emerged as a response to the increasing  recognition of the importance of cultural factors in shaping business dynamics, consumer behaviour, organizational structure, and  management strategies. It offers a valuable framework for understanding the complex interplay between culture and commerce in  today's interconnected world required for more effective decision-making, innovation, and sustainable development within organizations. It is continually evolving, driven by ongoing changes in the global business landscape, technological advancements, and  shifting consumer preferences. The present review article based on secondary sources of data provides an overview of business anthropology and its various dimensions including meaning, scope, historical background, key concepts, methods and approaches,  related theories, ethical considerations, current trends, applications, challenges and future dimensions in a simple way, which may not  only be beneficial for students and other interested readers to understand the application of anthropological knowledge in the field of  business management but can also stimulate them to make innovations in the field which is required in this changing era of  globalization.
A pragmatic analysis of the expression of appreciation – thanks in Nigerian English
Authors: Mustapha Abolaji Samuel
Published: July 2024

Many studies on the linguistic realizations and social functions of responses to thanks in different varieties of English have reported interesting findings on the speech act. However, it appears that thanking, the first pair part of the thanking formula, is under-researched. To fill this gap, this study investigated the linguistic realizations of thanks in Nigerian English in order to determine and compare their features and functions with previous findings in British English. 300 expressions of thanks that were recorded from speakers of Nigerian English from verbal exchange, WhatsApp and radio airings were analyzed. The analysis revealed massive similarities in linguistic patterns but divergent pragmatic features owing to cultural differences. These findings support the variational pragmatic theory which opines that intra-variation does not guarantee same pragmatic features.
Chemical composition and bio-insecticidal activity of the dill, Anethum graveolens, essential oils against the red flour beetle Tribolium castaneum. Tunisian Journal of Plant Protection
Authors: Soltani R. , Ktari R. , Barhoumi L. , Chouaibi M.H.
Published: July 2024

Stored products are considered main food source for humans and domestic animals. They were always targeted by insects mainly moths  and beetles. The use of natural substances such as essential oils and extracts of aromatic plants constituted an alternative to chemicals.  This work aims to highlight the chemical profile of the dill, Anethum graveolens, seeds and study their toxicity against red flour beetle, Tribolium castaneum. The essential oils were obtained by hydrodistillation and analyzed using the GC/MS technique. A total of 45  compounds are identified in which dillapiole (37.86%), carvone (22.59%), trans-isolimonene (10.01%), dihydrocarvone (6.85%), camphor  (5.06%) and α-phellandrene (2.77%) are major compounds. Dill seed essential oils exhibited an insecticidal activity against adults of T.  castaneum which increased proportionally with the applied dose and the time of exposure. Fumigant bioassays resulted in lethal doses  LD50 of 232.89 µl/L air and LD90 of 328.28µl/L air after 12 h of exposure. These values decreased after 24 h of exposure to 132.57 and  202.01 µl/L air, respectively. The insecticidal activity of these essentials oil can be the result of the existence of dillapiole, carvone,  isollimonene, and other compounds. Due to these promoting results, the essential oils of dill seeds may be used as a natural product to  manage this pest in stored products.
Levels of Aflatoxins in Selected Spices Marketed in Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar, Tanzania
Authors: Ali Khadija S , Mgina Clarence A , Kilulya Kessy F
Published: July 2024

Aflatoxins are produced by fungi species known as Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus which invade crops like maize, oilseeds, and spices. This study investigated the levels of aflatoxins in four selected types of spices marketed in Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar in Tanzania to determine the incidence of human exposure to aflatoxin through the consumption of spices as food additives. A total of 72 samples of selected spices (25 cinnamon, 16 ginger, 20 cloves, and 11 mixed spices) were collected from farms (Zanzibar), markets and stores in Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. Aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2, and total aflatoxins were determined using high-performance liquid chromatography with fluorescence detection. The findings revealed that 24 (33%) samples out of 72 were contaminated by aflatoxin B1 but did not exceed the maximum tolerable level of 5 ngg-1; whereas, total aflatoxins contaminated 53 (73.6%) samples out of 72, with 2 samples exceeding the maximum permissible limits of 10 ngg-1. Although the detected levels were within acceptable limits, the risk of aflatoxicosis due to the consumption of spiced foods may be high; hence, necessitating regulatory bodies in the country to constantly monitor for aflatoxins in the marketed spices.
Image Reconstruction Method Based on Iterative Linear Back Projection and Logistic Forward Solver for Electrical Capacitance Tomography Measurement System
Authors: Mwambela Alfred , Nombo Josiah
Published: July 2024

Image reconstruction is one of the important tasks in the application of electrical capacitance tomography (ECT) systems. Though numerous algorithms have been implemented, it is often challenging to obtain satisfactory images in all imaging regions by the use of a single algorithm due to the soft-field nature of ECT systems. The preferred iterative reconstruction algorithms are highly computationally inefficient. A new iterative reconstruction algorithm is proposed which combine iterative Linear Back Projection and Logistic Regression. In this method, the solution to the ECT forward problem is implemented using logistic regression, whereas the ECT inverse problem is solved using the algebraic reconstruction technique. By doing so, it is possible to obtain high quality images at relatively efficient computational cost. The simulated experimental results shows that the proposed algorithm outperforms the Projected Landweber and Iterative Linear Back Projection in terms of spatial similarity accuracy, quality of reconstruction images, and computational efficiency. There are improvements of 29 % spatial similarity accuracy and 58 % computational cost relative to Iterative Linear Back Projection algorithm. This is significant improvement toward using ECT system for online industrial operations.
Stability of Thermochromic Vanadium Dioxide Thin Films in Harsh Environments of Temperature and Humidity
Authors: Mlyuka Nuru R
Published: July 2024

Stability of thermochromic VO2 thin films against harsh environmental conditions, which is important if the films are to be used in practical smart windows, was investigated. The films were prepared on normal soda-lime glass substrates by reactive radio frequency magnetron sputtering of metallic vanadium target (99.95% purity) at a working pressure of mbar, argon and oxygen flow rates of 76 and 1.4 – 3.0 ml/min, respectively, substrate temperature of 400 °C and sputtering power of 150 watts. After deposition, the films were exposed to extreme temperatures and relative humidity at 100 °C, 400 °C and 89%, respectively, for different time durations. Upon exposure, the films structural properties were investigated using the transmission electron microscope and the atomic force microscope, whereas the UV/VIS/NIR spectrophotometer was used to investigate the films’ optical properties. The results showed some degradation in the first high-temperature exposure cycle (at t = ~ 100 °C) but were quite stable, and with sufficient thermochromism, after the subsequent cycles. Exposure of the films to extreme temperatures at 400 °C, resulted in complete loss of thermochromism. Exposure of the films to extreme humidity (RH ~ 89%) displayed a gradual increase in degradation with exposure time; however, the films retained sufficient thermochromism even after 3 weeks of exposure. Possible explanations for the degradation mechanism are discussed by correlating the observed effects in the structural and optical properties of the films.
Application of Time-Varying Mortality Rate Model in Pension System: A case of Tanzania
Authors: Suleiman Samya , Andongwisye John , Sinkwembe Emmanuel E. , Lundengård Karl
Published: July 2024

The current increase in the ageing population, driven by a decrease in mortality rates, has impacted most pay-as-you-go defined benefit pension schemes. The resulting increase in the dependency ratio places a greater burden on these schemes. Many pension funds currently use static lifetables to project future obligations, overlooking the gradual decline in mortality rates. This study explores the application of a time-varying mortality rate model to forecast Tanzanian mortality rates. The time-varying model was successfully employed together with multi state method to project and analyse the funding ratio and cashflow to asset value ratio of the mandatory Tanzania Public Service Social Security Fund for the years 2020–2070. Numerical results indicate a decreasing trend in mortality rates over time, leading to a decline in the funding ratio from 92.92% in 2020 to 21.12% in 2070. Additionally, a decrease in cash flow will result in a 0.25% depletion of assets by 2060. Therefore time-varying mortality rate model is an effective tool for pension systems to forecast mortality rates and project their future financial obligations.
Effects of Coagulant Dosage, Particle Size, and Settling Time on Pond Water Treatment with Cactus Pads and Watermelon Seeds
Authors: Said Mahir M , Msuya Neema O
Published: July 2024

Most Tanzanians who live in villages still struggle to get enough drinking water due to limited supply, so they use pond water for drinking and household purposes. Treatment of this water is crucial especially during the rainy season to reduce its turbidity. The performance of two natural coagulants (i.e., Cactus pads and watermelon seeds) was evaluated in their effectiveness in purifying pond water. The jar test method was used to analyze the effects of coagulant particle size, dosage, and settling time on the treatment of pond water. Attenuated Total Reflectance Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR) was used for characterizing the functional groups of the coagulants. The presence of proteins and carboxylic acid groups in both coagulants demonstrates their potential for use in water purification.  The effectiveness of removing turbidity in pond water with Cactus and watermelon seed coagulants was determined to be 78.58% and 94.18%, respectively. For both coagulants, the longer the settling time, the more turbidity was removed. The study indicates that watermelon and cactus pads can be used as coagulants to replace synthetic coagulants.
“Don’t call me Naomi Call me Mara” (Ruth 1:20): rethinking about God in the face of COVID-19 trauma
Authors: Mwandayi Canisius
Published: July 2024

Since the fall of humanity from grace (Genesis 3:1f), people have forever been struggling with mental illness. In fact, one can say that the Bible as a whole contains much evidence of deep pain both at communal and personal levels. One finds in it struggles for survival, the pain of exile, death, war, accounts of political oppression and various other ills that are weaved together in its narratives. While, in short, it is a story of trauma, it is also a theological and spiritual response to it. Singling out the story of Naomi, this paper takes a life course approach into the story of her life. The intention is to understand her traumatic experience following the death of her husband and two sons and juxtapose that with the lived experiences of women who lost dear ones to COVID 19. While Naomi thought that God had turned away from her, it was rather the opposite as her name came to be captured in the annals of Israelite history as David’s great grandmother (Ruth 1:17). Though her life story is about the long way down, it was equally a long way up as the plan of God began to unfold. It is the same God who continues to open new pathways to women still struggling to grapple with the devastating trauma of COVID -19.
A blessing in disguise? The socio-economic impact of Covid-19 on urban women in Zimbabwe
Authors: Taringana Takesure , Sipeyiye Macloud
Published: July 2024

The Covid-19 pandemic that broke out in 2019 was one of the largest epidemics in human history after the Spanish flu of 1918-1919 (Trilla, Trilla and Daer, 2008). Its spread across Africa, and Zimbabwe in particular, shook economies and disrupted social structures, severely affecting the mental health of the populace. However, calamities like Covid-19 are hardly gender-neutral. While Covid-19 had negative psychosocial and economic impacts on all gender groups, women suffered disproportionately from the socio-economic and psychological toll of the epidemic. Using qualitative research methods based on interviews and observations in Harare Zimbabwe, this article explores the experiences of urban Zimbabwean women during the Covid-19 pandemic. The outbreak of covid-19 and the consequential lockdowns had a marked disruptive effect on urban formal and informal sources of livelihoods than it had on the largely subsistence rural economy. We, therefore, analyse the urban socio-cultural and economic contexts that shaped women's daily experiences in the context of Covid-19 and how this affected their economic and psychological situation. We aver that while Covid-19 made women 'beasts of burden' who had to provide for the household and family, it also served as a means of social reconstruction and provided opportunities for women's social and economic advancement and long-term psychological well-being. Covid-19 broke down and weakened the manipulative patriarchal socio-cultural norms that excluded women from economic and social advancement. Using the neo-dependency analytical framework, this article contends that while crises worsen conditions for vulnerable groups, there should also be space to celebrate the breaking of exploitative social structures that have kept women in subservient positions for centuries. By exposing the weaknesses of patriarchy, Covid-19 signalled the development of a new social order that recognises and celebrates women's courage, strengths, and resilience in times of crisis.
COMPARATIVE GC-MS ANALYSIS OF PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOUNDS IN THE ETHANOLIC EXTRACTS OF TAGETES ERECTA AND TRIDAX PROCUMBENS
Authors: Kushwah Lalita , Dutt Rupali , Sharma D.K.
Published: July 2024

This study was aimed to identify the phytochemical compounds present in extracts from Tagetes erecta (flower) and Tridax procumbens (whole plant). The air-dried plant parts were powdered and extracted using ethanol. The extracts were then analyzed using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The analysis revealed the presence of 36 compounds in the ethanolic extract of Tagetes erecta and 31 compounds in Tridax procumbens. Ten compounds (Stigmasterol, alpha-Amyrin, Tetradecanoic acid (Myristic acid), 9,12,15- Octadecatrienoic acid, Ethyl ester (Z,Z,Z)-(Linolenic acid), Ethyl tridecanoate (Tridecanoic acid), dl-alpha-Tocopherol, 4H-Pyran-4-one, 2,3-dihydro-3,5-dihydroxy-6-methyl (Quercetin) and Phenol, 2,6-dimethoxy were identified commonly in both plant ethanolic extract. Some of these compounds have been reported to be pharmacologically active. Based on these findings, and considering that plants are commonly used to prevent or treat various diseases, it is clear that these plants contain many active compounds. These compounds could be utilized in developing plant-based drugs.
PENDETA SEBAGAI MOTIVATOR KEAKTIFAN PEMUDA DALAM IBADAH DI GMIH MALADOM: TINJAUAN KEPEMIMPINAN TRANSFORMASIONAL
Authors: Bernadus Petran Nazario , Tampake Tony Robert Christian , Suprabowo Gunawan Yuli Agung
Published: July 2024

Pemuda merupakan tulang punggung dan generasi penerus yang membawa visi, semangat, dan energi baru dalam menjalankan misi gereja. Namun, dalam kehidupan gereja, pemuda sering menghadapi tantangan ketidakaktifan dalam ibadah dan pelayanan. Jemaat GMIH Maladom di Desa Porniti, Jailolo Tengah, Halmahera Barat, Maluku Utara, juga menghadapi masalah ini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran pendeta sebagai motivator keaktifan pemuda dalam ibadah yang ditinjau dari kepemimpinan transformasional. Penelitian menggunakan metode kualitatif-deskriptif dengan teknik observasi dan wawancara. Pemilihan narasumber dilakukan dengan teknik purposive sampling dan data penelitian dianalisis menggunakan teknik analisis fenomenologi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kepemimpinan pendeta di Jemaat GMIH Maladom dapat diidentifikasi sebagai kepemimpinan transformasional. Pendeta memotivasi pemuda dengan memberikan visi, menciptakan kedekatan personal, memberikan bimbingan rohani, memberikan tanggung jawab, dan memberikan apresiasi. Kepemimpinan ini menghasilkan perubahan positif dalam partisipasi pemuda dalam ibadah dan pelayanan gereja. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa pendeta dengan pendekatan kepemimpinan transformasional dapat menjadi motivator yang efektif dalam menggerakkan pemuda untuk aktif dalam gereja.
Access to Healthcare services for transgender people in a city on the north of Mexico
Authors: Hernández-Valles Jonathan Hermayn , Pelcastre-Villafuerte Blanca Estela , Meneses-Navarro Sergio , González-Vázquez Annel
Published: July 2024

Some population groups experience greater barriers to accessing health services; such as groups with diverse gender identities that are exposed to different forms of discrimination and mistreatment in the health system. The purpose of this chapter is to analyze the experiences of transgender people to understand the process of access to health services in northern Mexico. A qualitative study from a hermeneutic phenomenological perspective based on semi-structured interviews with eight transgender people. It was reported that when name and identity match on an official identification document, this promotes better treatment for transgender people since health professionals do not identify a gender incongruence. In conclusion, it is necessary to implement health policies for transgender people, not only to address their specific health needs, but also to promote awareness and actions that allow this population to obtain effective access to health services where they receive the treatment they deserve.
A satisfação dos colaboradores e a sua percepção da performance da organização num destino turístico
Authors: Vieira Graciana , Mendes Júlio , Guerreiro M. Manuela , Valle Patricia
Published: July 2024

A satisfação dos colaboradores é uma questão que tem vindo a merecer grande atenção entre académicos e profissionais. A importância deste assunto é salientada pelos resultados a que chegaram alguns estudos que encontraram uma relação positive entre a satisfação dos colaboradores e a performance do negócio, assim como pelo desenvolvimento e melhoramento de alguns conceitos de gestão. A indústria turística envolve uma amálgama de serviços e produtos e a interacção entre colaboradores e turistas faz parte da própria experiência turística. Num estudo realizado na região do Algarve (Portugal), um questionário foi aplicado a uma amostra representativa de 5/77 colaboradores, de organizações privadas e públicas, com 25 ou mais colaboradores. O inquérito foi dividido em cinco partes. Os resultados foram analisados com recurso a um programa informático estatístico e permitiram à equipa de investigação apresentar sugestões e recomendações com o intuito de aumentar a satisfação dos colaboradores de organizações de um destino turístico, muito dependente desta indústria. Acredita-se que o maior contributo desta investigação relacionase com o facto da análise ter sido realizada de forma agregada, incluindo organizações directa e indirectamente ligadas ao turismo, já que os turistas consomem não só serviços de alojamento e viagem mas também outros serviços como de comércio, segurança e saúde.
Fractura frágil e dúctil de juntas soldadas
Authors: Ferreira Arlindo A. M. , Al-Kassir Awf
Published: July 2024

Neste trabalho foi avaliado o efeito da energia de soldadura sobre os valores de tenacidade de juntas soldadas de aços. Foram realizadas soldaduras num aço estrutural de alta resistência, temperado e revenido (RQT 601 — &ytish Steel Corporation). As soldaduras foram realizadas em chapas com 25 mm de espessura; para o efeito foi considerada a preparação de junta em K. A utilização desta preparação de junta teve como objectivo criar uma zona afectada pelo calor aproximadamente normal à superfície da chapa. O binário utilizado nas soldaduras foi o OK Flux 10.61/ OK Autrod 13.43 (ESAB). Foi usado um eléctrodo de 4 mm e energias específicas de 4 kJ/mm e 6.5 kJ/mm. Das soldaduras foram retirados provetes para análise química, para análise metalográfica e para o estudo da tenacidade, na zona fundida (ZF), na zona afectada pelo calor (ZAC) e no metal de base (MB). Os provetes Charpy foram retirados com orientação Y-X (entalhe segundo a direcção da soldadura). A ZF apresenta uma tenacidade superior à do MB, para qualquer das energias testadas. A ZAC apresenta, em qualquer dos casos, os valores mais baixos de tenacidade. Foi observada uma queda de tenacidade, nas zonas fundidas e zonas afectadas pelo calor, com o aumento da energia específica de soldadura.
The essence of the enterprise management system and features of its structure
Authors: Dolynskyi Serhii , Kostina Tetiana , Voskolupov Volodymyr
Published: July 2024

The studied topic is extremely relevant, as it is aimed at solving the key problems of modern business and contributes to the development of scientifically based approaches to the management of enterprises in the conditions of a changing economic environment. This article is devoted to problematic issues related to the enterprise management system and the study of its features. It was determined that management is a purposeful and constant process of influence of the subject of management on the object of management, this process is aimed at changing the state of the object and / or subjects according to pre-thought-out and developed plans. Control functions and system functions are also considered. The main problems of management during the implementation of the process of adjusting the functioning of the enterprise, which are caused by objective and subjective reasons, are characterized. These include constant changes in the economic situation and the obvious aggravation of competition between business entities in the market of resources, the market of finished products and sales markets. The enterprise management system was studied. It is considered as a set of principles, techniques and mechanisms for processing and passing information, making management decisions, organizing planning, motivating, stimulating and controlling activities. It was determined that the enterprise management system is a management structure, as well as all possible external and internal relationships between its structural elements and their dynamic interaction, which enables the system to adapt to the changing conditions of the external environment and be flexible. It is considered that the purpose of the management system is the formation of the managed work of the enterprise through the creation and implementation of a set of management influences for the successful functioning of the management object in the changing conditions of the external environment. It was determined that the important characteristics of the management system are its structure, size and complexity. The management structure is an ordered set of permanently interconnected elements that ensure the functioning and development of the organization as a whole. It is noted that the management process is implemented through the main functions: planning, organization, motivation and control.
MULTI-CRITERIA RISK ASSESSMENT OF CONTAMINATED SEDIMENT IN WATERCOURSE
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Tenodi Slaven , Krčmar Dejan ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Bečelić Tomin Milena ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Rađenović Dunja ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Tomić Tanja ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Pejin Đorđe ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Tomašević Pilipović Dragana ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia
Published: July 2024

The paper explores sediment management issues in watercourses, highlighting the complexity and shortcomings of existing methods. It emphasizes that total concentrations of pollutants are insufficient for a realistic assessment of harmful effects, considering the bioavailability and complexity of sediment. A multi-criteria risk assessment model integrating FUCOM and SAW methods is presented, applied to the Veliki Bački Canal. The results of the analysis demonstrate the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in optimizing sediment management measures. Based on the model, it is concluded that the VBK sediment does not exhibit significant potential for negative environmental and human health impacts, providing a basis for further sediment management.
ACTION PLAN FOR ACHIEVING EMISSION LIMIT VALUES OF POLLUTANTS IN WASTEWATER - EXAMPLE FOR A PUBLIC UTILITY COMPANY
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Krčmar Dejan , Bečelić-Tomin Milena ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Pešić Vesna ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Tomašević-Pilipović Dragana ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia, Kerkez Đurđa ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Sciences, Serbia
Published: July 2024

The obligation to develop Action Plans for achieving the emission limit values (ELVs) of pollutants discharged through municipal wastewater has encountered numerous challenges in practice. In addition to economic factors and a lack of skilled personnel, the main problem in implementing Action Plans is the lack of clearly defined scope and content. This paper aims to provide basic guidelines for the development of Action Plans for municipal enterprises to contribute to the ultimate goal of achieving defined ELVs and protecting water bodies.
Der Einfluss von ESG-Ratings auf die Rendite von Immobilienunternehmen
Authors: Filiz Ibrahim , Kirchhoff Florian , Nahmer Thomas , Spiwoks Markus
Published: July 2024

Die vorliegende Studie befasst sich mit dem Einfluss der Nachhaltigkeitsbemühungen von Immobiliengesellschaften auf deren ökonomischen Erfolg. Für den Zeitraum von 2017 bis 2023 werden 41 große europäische Immobiliengesellschaften daraufhin überprüft, ob die ESG-Ratings der London Stock Exchange Group (Refinitiv) die relative Jahresrendite wesentlich beeinflusst. Es zeigt sich, dass kein nennenswerter Zusammenhang zwischen den ESG-Ratings einerseits und den relativen Renditen andererseits besteht. Dies gilt sowohl, wenn man die ESG-Ratings in Beziehung mit den relativen Renditen jeweils desselben Jahres setzt, als auch, wenn man die ESG-Ratings mit den relativen Renditen des jeweils darauffolgenden Jahres in Beziehung setzt.
Model Kampanye ‘FCTC untuk Indonesia’ dalam Mendukung Aksesi Framework Convention of Tobacco Control dari World Health Organization
Authors: Muslimah Tikka
Published: July 2024

Angka perokok di Indonesia saat ini masih tinggi termasuk perokok anak. Pada tahun 2019 Indonesia menempati angka perokok anak tertinggi kedua di dunia. Penyebab tingginya angka perokok anak yaitu semakin meningkatnya promosi rokok terutama melalui internet yang dapat dijangkau oleh anak. Meskipun pemerintah sudah menerapkan berbagai kebijakan dalam upaya menurunkan angka perokok, namun angka perokok Indonesia masih belum memenuhi angka target perokok anak dari 9,1% menjadi 8,7% pada RPJMN 2024. Meskipun demikian Indonesia merupakan negara satu-satunya yang belum mengaksesi perjanjian internasional Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) yang diselenggarakan WHO sebagai upaya pengendalian tembakau. Sehingga hal ini mendorong Yayasan Lentera Anak membentuk kampanye ‘FCTC untuk Indonesia’ sebagai upaya menggalang dukungan masyarakat untuk mendorong pemerintahan Indonesia agar segera mengaksesi FCTC. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui model kampanye ‘FCTC untuk Indonesia’ dalam mendukung FCTC dari WHO. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif melalui wawancara dengan menggunakan model kampanye Nowak dan Warneryd. Hasil penelitian menunjukan model kampanye dari kampanye ‘FCTC untuk Indonesia’ memiliki delapan elemen yaitu masalah, tujuan yang ingin dicapai, khalayak penerima, media kampanye, pesan kampanye, kredibilitas kampanye, hasil dan dampak.
Digital Media Consumption Trends and Changing Consumer Mindsets: A Case Study of Online Shopping Behavior
Authors: Deswita Dhelza , Farisal Umar , Purwanto Eko , Naila Siti Sarah , Putri Khinandha Aulia Winarto , Putri Khinantie Winarto , Kamila Lola Syahira , Mumtaz Nazwalia Fairuz , Pratiwi Erida Eka
Published: July 2024

This study aims to determine the influence of digital media and changes in consumer mindsets in online shopping or e-commerce. E-commerce (electronic commerce) is an activity in the form of buying or selling products electronically on online services or via the internet.  E-commerce utilizes technology to introduce goods or services, provide incentives to customers to give and create preferences for product images. This research is a library research using secondary data using indirect methods. The results showed that the main reason for making purchases through e-commerce was due to several things, namely practicality, the absence of products or goods sought directly in the store, many choices and considerations. prices and promotions given in online stores.
Strategi untuk Meningkatkan Penjualan dengan Pemasaran Digital
Authors: Setyawan Aries
Published: July 2024

Usaha mikro, kecil, dan menengah (UMKM) memainkan peran penting dalam meningkatkan ekonomi Indonesia di tengah perlambatan ekonomi saat ini. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menunjukkan betapa pentingnya strategi pemasaran digital bagi usaha mikro, kecil, dan menengah (UMKM) lainnya karena kehadiran mereka memungkinkan penciptaan lapangan kerja baru dan kesempatan bagi rumah tangga untuk menghasilkan uang. Ini dicapai dengan menggunakan metodologi penelitian deskriptif. Untuk melakukan analisis, peneliti menggunakan data dari buku, jurnal, dan artikel. Sebagian besar informan setuju bahwa interaksi, biaya, dan kepuasan pelanggan meningkat melalui pemasaran digital. Saat ini, UMK harus memikirkan proses pemasaran yang efektif. Informasi biasanya diberikan setiap hari untuk mempertahankan dan menarik pelanggan lama. Setiap bisnis UMKM mengatakan bahwa iklan digital membantu mereka dalam menginformasikan dan berinteraksi secara langsung dengan pelanggan. Para pelaku UMKM mengatakan bahwa beberapa UMKM dapat meningkatkan penjualan, pangsa pasar, dan kesadaran pelanggan.
Analysis of the Influence of Economic Growth, Average Length of Schooling, and Provincial Minimum Wage on the Open Unemployment Rate (TPT) in 6 Provinces of Java
Authors: Habibi Muhammad Adib , Taufiq Muhammad , Utami Annisa Fitria
Published: July 2024

Unemployment poses an urgent issue globally and correlates with various factors but follows a non-systematic pattern. This Study examine the impact of economic growth, minimun wages, average years of schooling on the open unemployment rate (OUR) six Province in Java Island. Using secondary panel data regression analysis from 2013 to 2022, a quantitative approach with multiple linear regression analysis was employed, processed with Eviews 13 software. The finding indicate that, simultaneously, all variables significant influence the open unemployment rate(OUR). Specifically, economic growth  shows a negative and significant effect, average length of Schooling (ALOS) has a negative and significant effect, and minimum wage has a negative and significant effect. This study provides insights into the dynamic influencing unemployment six Province in Java Island, highlighting the critical roles of minimum wage, education, and economic growth in shaping the unemployment landscape. Understanding these factors can help policymakers develop strategies to reduce unemployment and promote economic stability.