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Saudi Poetry in Francophone Culture: Reception and Translation Issues
Authors: Aloui Taoufik
Published: September 2024

By Saudi poetry, we mean a volume of four poetry collections by four contemporary Saudi poets, namely "Clouds in the Clouds" by the poet Ghassan Al-Khunaizi, "Anxiety of the Dune" by the poet Ahmed Al-Mulla, "A Brief Mythology of Panic" by the poet Saleh Zamanan, and "A Kernel for the Seasons of Absence" by the poet Muhammed Al-Hers. The poems of these collections, which we consider constitute a unified body of poems, are classified as what is known as "prose poems", which represents the first interface for the reception of this poetry in the Francophone culture in terms of genre, form and themes, considering its referential and characteristics in this same culture. This research is not an analysis of the poetry collections separately, nor is it a study of their individual characteristics. It is rather an investigation into the issues of their reception in the Francophone culture, and its probable "effects" that can be manifest in various aspects such as poetic interaction, critical studies, and what they may entail in terms of interpretative translation concerns. Also, this research is not mere opinions and impressions; it is rather a critical study, in which the theoretical and applied aspects are harmonized into a poetic "archeology" with verbal clues, contextual textualities, specific poetic evidence, and translation phenomena. Such digs evolve around the extrapolation of the collections of poetry and the interrogation of the poems, including their diverse poetic characteristics within the limits of interpretation based on evidence and signs. This research is a groundbreaking critical investigation of the proposed volumes for specific purposes, highlighting their salient reception "effects", as such research is almost non-existent, a fact that has triggered our interest to achieve a purpose behind this study, relying on a specific methodological approach. One of this approach’s features is the investigation of "poetic universals" embodied in the steady signs, and the common constants shared by the poetry collections, and how to employ them in a way that helps shed light on the reception of Saudi poetry in the Francophone culture. Based on the above, this study consists of investigations, governed by the logic of gradualism and continuation. We propose to begin with the question of reception and its relationship to this body of poetry, then explore the relationship between the form of these collections’ poems and their reception, then address the "poetic universals" of all forms that affect the reception before ending with an investigation of the translation issues that produces interpretation and decide on reception.
The Motion of the Mutable and the Constant: An Analytical Study of the Temporal Rotation in the Poetry of Khaled Al-Faisal
Authors: Baeshen Lamia
Published: September 2024

This research is based on the conviction that dialect literature carries a cultural and artistic value that demands attention. Categorizing this literature as “popular” or “colloquial,” has been adopted to distinguish it from formal Arabic-language literature, but this research intentionally stays away from these two names, since their implications detract from the value of popular literature and considers it simple and spontaneous consequently, addressing the commoners, based solely on its use of colloquial dialects in direct expression. Surely, oral circulation does not diminish the ability of language to express, nor does it exclude poetry from acquiring the elements of high literature. One of the best representatives of the innovative leap in Nabati dialect poetry is Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, whose tireless effort to activate the mind, and to expand the circle of knowledge, manages successfully to merge the inherited modes of poetic traditions with the vibrant exploration of new patterns of thinking. This paper studies the concept of time in Khaled Al-Faisal’s poetry and his deep reflections on the meaning of the dynamic changes in the cycles of transformation of history. The relationship with the past is one of consolidation and rooting that anticipates the future and prepares for it: every epoch consists of units that interact in a rotational movement: it does not follow a straight linear system of progress from back to front, but rather tends toward the natural cosmic upward spiral movement, whose successive cycles activate the process of filling and emptying, possessing and abandoning, youthfulness and decaying, living and dying. The importance of researching the poetics of time in Khaled Al-Faisal’s poems lies in the fact that such an approach applies a modern and different critical method which traces the philosophy of time in poetry as a new key to reveal the cognitive system which drives the general pattern of his poetic experience. This reading opens up an intellectual and contemplative horizon for us to deal with the essence of time and its paradoxes as manifested in present existence, past retrieval, and futuristic anticipation, three different movements in time that cannot be isolated from the stability of their continuous sequences.
Poetry Places: Spaces of Intimacy and Loneliness in Examples of the Minor Poetry
Authors: Boujdidi Ali , Khalfaoui Nouzha
Published: September 2024

Reflecting on the books of poetry collections and modern anthologies of ancient Arabs' poetry, one can notice a striking presence of marginalized texts that have become nowadays valuable texts. These texts are buzzing with poetry haunted by place and space, expressing love, sadness, and rebellion at the same time. This research project, hence, comes as an attempt to explore the spaces and origins of poetry in the Arabian peninsula, and shed light on those marginalized texts which had not undergone literary analysis, nor had they been quoted from before. The issue of space has not only been the concern of poetry, but it has also infiltrated the real life of humankind who see in space their roots, identity and future. Arabic poetry has, thus, become deeper and more specific than the formal poetic taste, and from the rigorous collective memory which is characterized by standardized rigid aesthetics. Scrutinizing and contemplating the places of familiarity and the places of hybridization, we realized that these places were oppressive, violent, hampering and nightmare-like, obstructing the poet’s journey into the space and making him helplessly lost. We learned that the place played a crucial role in the life of the ancient Arab poet and was an essential factor in the consolidation of his human existence. Place has become a hot issue pervading the life of Arabs at both the geographical and cultural levels. Place is the generator of Arabic poetry, its metaphor creator, its structure builder and the womb of its meaning as long as poetry reflects the Arabs’ condition over time and bears their values and glories.
Rituals of the First Poem: The Origins and Semiotics of Ruins Lamentation in Pre-Islamic Talbiyat
Authors: Alshormani Fathi
Published: September 2024

This study employs cultural approach in interpreting the phenomenon of ruins lamentation through the dialectic of sanctification and desecration, ritual and poetry, which is evident in the texts of pagan "talbiyat" (hymns) and Hajj rituals in the pre-Islam era. It argues that the nature of pagan sanctification required that "talbiyat" was a form of ritual documentation with a purpose of argument before unseen powers, through the pilgrims standing up to the holiness of the Sacred House. They were aware that ruins reflect the anxiety of the pagan self while it compares the Holy sacred house with fake Sacred Houses, as well as pleading to God by mentioning what they had suffered on the journey. Since violating sanctification in pagan culture was seen as a sign of desecration; Many pagan "talbiyat" reveal a dual of religious and worldly purposes that was decisive in shifting the collective ritual to the poetics of the poem. Looking at the map of the pagan Hajj, it becomes clear that the three-part structure of the poem echoes the structure of the ritual Hajj extending over three stages, the pilgrim/poet roam in the pagan geography of the non-sacred, seeking inspiration, satisfaction and blessing of the gods residing on the outskirts of Mecca, which, in turn, inspire him with the ritual/poetic discourse, and then he can proceed with composing hymns /poem before arriving at the courtyard of the Ka'aba and praying to the actual God of this Ancient House.
The Overlap of Genres and Carnival Aesthetics in Digital Literature The Interactive Poem (Who Said...???) by Souad Aoun as an Example
Authors: Al-Hayani Mahmoud
Published: September 2024

The transformation that took place in the transformation of literature from a paper medium to an electronic medium, or what is called digital literature, was not a transgression of the origins or the nature of literature only, but this advanced shift brought about fundamental changes and effects in the form and content, as digital literature is one of the literary genres that cannot be To operate away from cross-fertilization and overlap with other artistic genres that took from the dynamic side a state embodied in the moving image or painting and music, which gave it a kinetic dimension, and a state of impulse and flow in the poetic movement and diversity, which formed an aesthetic paradox that the recipient responds to it, the influence aspect played a major role in digital literature; Because it searches for a recipient to interact with, which represents the advertising, persuasive and graphic aspect that combines various audio and visual senses, which the research tries to reveal by sorting the most important of these races that accompanied the complex transformation of literature from the written blog to the electronic blog, and its openness to genders, which we can see in the poem (that of Abandonment by) Souad Aoun.
The Semiotics of Place in Saudi Women’s Poetry: Ashjan Hindi as a Model
Authors: Al-Fawwaz Alreem
Published: September 2024

This research delves into the artistic structures and semiotic connotations of place in the poetry of Ashjan Hindi. In her poetry, place is not merely a tangible geographical patch, but rather it is rich with symbolic meanings and connotations that reflect the poet's philosophical vision of her surroundings. Therefore, it became necessary to explore the semiotic perspectives of place through analysis and interpretation. The research adopted a semiotic approach to investigate the artistic structures of place in Ashjan Hindi's poetry, drawing on the foundational concepts of the metaphorical discourse according to Paul Ricoeur in his book "The Vivid Metaphor," which is rooted in the linguistic theory formulated by Emile Benveniste. The research relies on exploring the semiotics of place in the Collection of Poems, drawing on the procedural concepts of imagination as articulated by the researcher Jilbert Durand in his book "The Anthropological Structures of the Imaginary." It is based on the foundational concepts of this theory, especially the terms of patterns, original models, and symbols, in analyzing the connotations of places in the Collection of Poems.
Representation of Saudi Culture in Digital Poetry
Authors: Al-Qahtani Aisha
Published: September 2024

In today's world, characterized by technology and artificial intelligence, societies have become interconnected, and the global community resembles a small village. Within this digital realm, the identities of nations and their inhabitants manifest through their expressive tools and artistic forms. The recipient perceives, through the digital space, a portrayal of these societies. In the case of Saudi society, a progressive community, its artistic and literary expressions are prominently featured on social media platforms and other online spaces, both official and unofficial. These platforms serve to depict the components and cultural backgrounds of the society, which it leans upon. The digital space becomes a canvas for its aspirations, emotions, and the diverse spectrum of its orientations and tendencies. The study tracked the most prominent transformations in Saudi culture through the digital poetic text, relying on digital poetic models through which the meeting of the past with the present was presented, and monitoring the manifestations of Saudi culture and its presence in the digital poetic text. The study concluded a number of results, the most important of which is that the Saudi poetic text presented a picture of the elements of Saudi culture, and the digital poetic models were able to show the meaning and deepen it in the mind of the recipient and evoke all those elements to embody the image of Saudi culture.
Fouad AlKhatib’s Poetry in the Saudi Era: Between Historical Moment and Poetical Moment
Authors: Alqarni Muhammad
Published: September 2024

The research introduces Fouad Al-Khatib and his later poetry during his Saudi era. It clarifies what is meant by “historical moment”, “poetical moment” and “the aesthetic moment” through studying the relationship between these moments in the Saudi poetry of Fouad Al-Khatib to determine how each of them affect the other. A preliminary thematic classification of Al-Khatib’s Saudi poems is provided to show the aesthetic effects of these moments in the artistic construction of the poem; since the idea of the research is based on the collaboration of history and poetry, or let us say: history and art, it looks at this part of the poetry assuming its validity to represent a time period and a spatial extent. “Place” is a highly regarded component of Fouad Al-Khatib’s poetry which deserves to be considered carefully, to understand its impact on the artistic construction of the poem. Indeed, it give a deserved attention to the study of Arabic poetry in the Arabian Peninsula, past and present. Because the place - any place - is fixed, even if its meaning changes, or its form changes; while time, on the other hand, is variable, so it is made dependent on space, because the dimensions of space are multiple, and time has one dimension. In order to reach a relevant result, we raise a number of questions: Did the historical theme present in Al-Khatib’s Saudi poetry refer to history or to poetry? Or mixes them? Is it possible for Al-Khatib’s Saudi poetry to be classified objectively in a way that reveals its merits? How does the language of spatial relations create concepts of place in his poetry? How did he create an imagined existence? How time and space were combined in his poetry to express his aesthetics through a specific poem? The research methodology is based on tracking and investigating the Saudi poetry of Fouad Al-Khatib only. The analytical textual approach based on the artistic vision is considered the most useful in conducting research. To achieve our goals of revealing the aesthetic effects. It has been found that the effectiveness of the historical moment and the poetical moment appears through: relying on it, recalling it, exaggerating it, generalizing it. It was also possible to discover the netting thread of Alkatib’s Saudi poetry, which is represented by the idea of “unity and renaissance” with multiple purposes. Even if the place is real, it has an imagined existence that emerges through the language of spatial relationships. Time and place were united in forming an aesthetic image that has its own characteristics through an analytical model of Al-Khatib’s poetry.
Efektifitas senam hipertensi dan rebusan ketumbar pada lansia dengan hipertensi
Authors: Annissa Annissa , Juanita Juanita , Febriana Dara
Published: September 2024

Background: Hypertension is one of the cardiovascular diseases that can cause various complications that can affect the brain, eyes, heart, kidneys to the peripheral blood vessels peripheral blood vessels. Management of hypertension can be done by using pharmacological therapy and non-pharmacological therapy. Non-pharmacological therapy for people with hypertension, one of which is hypertension exercise and drinking coriander decoction. Aim of  Research: This study aims to provide an overview of nursing care for erderly with hypertension problems. Research Method: This research uses a case study conducted by home visit. Results of Study: The results of the evaluation results therapy given on Mrs. S obtained a decrease in blood pressure from 190/100 mmHg to 145/90 mmHg by providing hypertension gymnastics interventions that are collaborated with taking medication regularly. Conclusion: Based on the evaluation results, it is hoped that this method can be applied by health workers in overcoming hypertension in the community health workers in overcoming hypertension in the community.
Latar Belakang: Hipertensi merupakan salah satu penyakit kardiovaskuler yang dapat menyebabkan berbagai komplikasi yang dapat menyerang otak, mata, jantung, ginjal sampai pada pembuluh darah tepi. Tatalaksana dalam penanganan hipertensi dapat dengan menggunakan terapi farmokologi dan terapi non-farmakologi. Terapi non-farmakologi untuk penderita hipertensi salah satu diantaranya adalah senam hipertensi dan meminum rebusan ketumbar. Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan Gambaran tentang asuhan keperawatan pada lansia dengan hipertensi. Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan studi kasus yang dilakukan dengan kunjungan rumah (home visit). Hasil: Hasil Evaluasi dari terapi yang diberikan pada Ny. S didapatkan adanya penurunan tekanan darah dari 190/100 mmHg menjadi 145/90 mmHg dengan pemberian intervensi senam hipertensi yang dikolaborasikan dengan minum obat secara teratur. Kesimpulan: Setelah diberikan intervensi, lansia dan keluarga menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan tentang pengendalian hipertensi, menerapkan DASH dalam kehidupan sehari-hari dan dapat melaksanakan terapi komplementer untuk menurunkan tekanan darah.
PENGEMBANGAN PEMBELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DENGAN MODEL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING di SMPN 7 KOTA KEDIRI
Authors: Muchasan Ali , Muhammad Syahrul Munir
Published: September 2024

Penelitian tentang model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning pada mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam ini dilakukan untuk menyikapi problematika guru yang muncul dalam mengaplikasikan model pembelajaran pada kurikulum 2013 terlebih untuk mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam, hal ini menjadi sangat urgen karena model pembelajaran PBL diharapkan guru mampu mengembangkan model pembelajaran dalam PAI serta menyetarakan aspek kognitif, aspek afektif dan konatif-volitif, yakni kemampuan tekad untuk mengamalkan nilai-nilai ajaran agama.
Fokus penelitian ini adalah : Bagaimana mengorientasikan, mengorganisasikan, mengembangkan dan mengevaluasi pembelajaran problem based learning pada mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam di SMPN 7 KotaKediri.
Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif, dalam pengumpulan data menggunakan metode observasi partisipasi, dokumentasi serta wawancara mendalam. Di mana ketiga komponen tersebut merupakan suatu rangkaian yang tidak terpisahkan guna memperoleh data penelitian, oleh karena itu analisa data menggunakan teknik deskriptif kualitatif.
Hasil penelitian ini mengungkapkan bahwa Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning pada mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam di SMPN 7 Kota Kediri ialah Mengorientasi peserta didik menggunakan pendekatan konstruktivistik, menggunakan pendekatan saintifik, menggunakan stimulus dan motivasi untuk menumbuhkan sikap rasa ingin tahu yang besar, Mengorganisasikan dan membimbing peserta didik dilakukan dengan  mengaplikasikan system belajar mandiri, mengaplikasikan system belajar mandiri untuk menanamkan sikap bertanggung jawab, kerja keras dan mandiri dalam belajar melalui pembiasaan secara terus menerus. Pendidik berperan sebagai fasilitator yaitu membimbing, mengarahkan, dan memfasilitasi. Menanamkan nilai karakter untuk memiliki sikap toleransi, kreatif, demokratis, mengahargaiprestasi, dan komunikatif pada setiap proses.
IMPLEMENTASI KURIKULUM MERDEKA BELAJAR PADA PEMBELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DAN BUDI PEKERTI DI SMA NEGERI 2 PARE KEDIRI
Authors: Rohmawan Dhuhaa , Fattah Rifky
Published: September 2024

This research aims to find out how the process of implementing the Kurikulum Merdeka in the subjects of Islamic Education and Character, what the obstacles to implementation are, and how schools try to overcome these obstacles. In this research, researchers used qualitative research methods with a descriptive approach. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis techniques use the Miles & Huberman model, namely data reduction, data presentation, drawing conclusions/verification. The results of this research show that the implementation of the Kurikulum Merdeka in the subjects of Islamic Education and Character is going well, the indicators are teacher preparation carried out by teachers, preparation of learning tools, implementation of the learning process, and implementation of the Projek Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila (P5). The problems found in this research are that teachers have not received training, differentiated learning is not optimal, as well as changes in the paradigm of teachers and students. And efforts to overcome the problems of implementing the Kurikulum Merdeka in the subjects of Islamic Education and Character at SMA Negeri 2 Pare are by attending workshops, increasing a teacher's creativity and sharing to change the mindset in teaching.
Fabrication of solar cells from polymer composite (3-Hexylthiophene-co-Thiophene) with Ag nanoparticles and study of electrical properties and efficiency
Authors: Ismael Ahmed , Hussein Hussein F , Al-luaibi Salah S
Published: September 2024

This study aims to prepare nano-polymer materials that contribute to improving the electrical properties and improving the properties and efficiency of solar cells. Also, the prepared materials are inexpensive compared to solar cells prepared from inorganic materials such as silicon and germanium. This study deals with the effect of a polymer layer containing pure polymer of 3-Hexylthiophene and Thiophenein combination with silver nanoparticles on the electrical properties relevant to solar cell applications. The polymer of 3-Hexylthiophene and Thiophene was prepared individually, then a polymer composite (3-Hexylthiophene-co-Thiophene) was made. after that then a Core-Shell of (3-hexylthiophene - CO-Thiophene) @ Ag Nanoparticles was made, after which two-layer and three-layer solar cells were made from the prepared samples. The polymers were manufactured using the additive polymerization method using chloroform (CHCl3) solvent and were subsequently characterized. The research focused on the electrical properties of the pure polymer (P3HT@Thio) doped with silver nanoparticles and its efficiency, with special attention to its application in solar cells. We found the best results in the two-layer structure. Current-voltage (I-V) measurements were conducted under illumination at room temperature with varying incident light intensities over a small area. Key parameters such as electrical conductivity, activation energy, open-circuit voltage (Voc), short-circuit current density (Jsc), maximum power point parameters (JP, VP), fill factor (FF), and power conversion efficiency (η) were calculated for all samples under standard laboratory conditions. The results demonstrate that the highest electrical conductivity (2.39x10⁻³ s.cm⁻¹) was achieved with the polymer blend of 70% P3HT-CO-30% PTH doped with 25% silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs). The activation energy, ranging from 0.1448 eV to 0.8537 eV, showed the lowest value at the same polymer blend, likely due to the proximity of the conduction and valence band levels induced by nanoparticle doping. Additionally, the efficiency of the solar cells was assessed, revealing significant improvements in device performance. The optimal efficiency, measured at 10.488%, was observed in the (PEDOT)/ (PCPM+Active Layer) structure. All relevant parameters, including Jsc, Voc, FF, and power conversion efficiency (PCE).
The 3D plan analysis under progressive collapse for RC buildings through demand capacity ratio (DC) for three levels of damage
Authors: Mushina Wissam , Mushina Jalal
Published: September 2024

The progressive collapse presents a sudden load may cause initial failure in local parts at the frame which could lead to sequence reactions in the elements of the structure. A building of seven storeys was chosen to designed under gravity load according ACI 318 Code. This building is analyzed under progressive collapse condition for two columns damage cases; edge damage, corner damage. The building needs to be loaded as specified according (GSA) General Services Administration requirements through linear static analysis. The results of linear analysis show the variation in ((DC)) demand capacity ratio for the columns. The aspects of damage action in this study regarding section size and damage cases with 100% damage column loss (full damage), 60% damage (0.6 section size), 80% damage (0.8 section size). A GSA guideline to typical building with (DC) values bigger than 1.5 refer to critical potential damage conditions at the columns of the frame. It can be seen of the results the effect of size reduction for the building. This effect is clear to be decreased along distance from any plan. The((DC)) for columns which exceeded 1.5 value which show risky damage condition could actually happened that present serious threat possibility specially for nominated columns C22, C29 and C23 at plans A and B which show middle columns at lower position of the building.
Estimation of levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the waters of Lake Habbaniyah in Anbar Governorate
Authors: AL-Duleimi Majeed Mahmoud , Jabar Reidh A. Abdul
Published: September 2024

In this study, 16 polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) were measured in the waters of Lake Habbaniyah, which are considered highly polluted materials. Three sites were selected in the heart of the lake, each site had two stations, the surface as one and the other at the bottom at a depth of four to five meters. The study lasted for 12 months from November 2022 to October 2023. The Level’s PAHs were analyzed and measured by Gas Chromatography (GC). The study showed that the lake water contains only five PAHs, and that the tricyclic aromatic hydrocarbons were within the permissible limits, but the tetracyclic and pentacyclic compounds had exceeded the permissible limits. In this study, the ratio (LMH/HMW) was less than (1), indicating that the sources of PAHs in the lake It was mainly of thermal origin. Among the list of micropollutants noted for water quality pollution are the group (PAHs) [1]. PAHs are hazardous organic compounds that contain aromatic rings fused to their molecules [2]. These polynuclear compounds are a class of organic chemicals consisting of two or more condensed rings that can be distributed in particles, sediments and water columns and do not contain heterogeneous atoms or carry substituted groups [3].
The role of financial inclusion in expanding the tax base
Authors: AL-Tamimi Zainab Haider Abd Ali , Daoud-Al-Sharea Iman Hussein
Published: September 2024

The research aims to demonstrate the impact of implementing financial inclusion of the tax base, by imposing a tax on users of digital activities represented by social media platforms (content owners) through an applied study to know the mechanism of operation of these platforms, the extent of their influence, the profit mechanism achieved from them, and analyzing the data using the Excel program. The applied results have concluded that the scope of tax registration for these activities contributes to increasing the state's tax base, as more taxes are collected from various sources and the coverage of taxable activities increases. This affects supplementing the state's general budget through its reliance on sources other than oil to support it. Budget, and this is what the government is heading towards at this stage.
Anticipating financial distress: Leveraging financial information, financial ratios, and corporate governance for proactive risk management
Authors: Jouali Youssef , El Aboudi Sara , EL AFI Reda , Jouali Jamila
Published: September 2024

This article presents significant findings from a logistic regression model that analyzes the factors contributing to corporate financial distress. It emphasizes the crucial role of financial information quality, financial ratios, and corporate governance in predicting financial distress. The study's results show that high-quality financial information can significantly reduce the likelihood of distress by enhancing investor confidence and facilitating access to capital. Effective corporate governance, on the other hand, can mitigate financial vulnerability through robust risk management and ethical leadership. The study also highlights the risk of distress associated with high debt levels, underscoring the importance of prudent debt management. Profitability, it finds, can bolster financial resilience by generating healthy cash flows. The study also identifies certain industries more susceptible to risk due to specific factors such as competition and technological disruptions. Interestingly, the study reveals that larger companies may present a slightly higher risk of distress due to the complexity of their management. In light of these findings, the study provides actionable recommendations for companies to enhance their financial reporting, adopt good governance practices, manage debt prudently, and assess sector risks to reduce the likelihood of financial distress, thereby empowering finance professionals, researchers, and stakeholders with practical tools to manage and mitigate financial risks effectively
Board diversity effect on financial performance in Indonesian financial institution
Authors: Sani Kurniawan Muhammad , Dwi Hardiman Hendi , Santoso Agus , Kurniawati Renny
Published: September 2024

Board diversity is important in the current business environment, board diversity considered be able to provide diverse points of view, it is considered to be able to build effective corporate governance. This study highlights board diversity issue in Indonesia financial sector institution, taking consideration their effect on financial performance measured using Tobin Q. This study purpose are analyses the effect of board of commissioners gender diversity, board of directors gender diversity, board of commissioners nationality diversity, and board of directors nationality diversity on financial performance. The investigation makes use of regression analysis from 67 financial institution listed in Indonesia from 2020 until 2022, with total 201 sample. Our finding highlights that board of directors gender diversity, and board of directors nationality diversity positively affects financial performance, while board of commissioners nationality diversity negatively affects financial performance, and board of commissioners gender diversity does not affect financial performance.
Exploring factors influencing work productivity: A qualitative case study of employee motivation and leadership practices
Authors: Khawaja Sarwar , Karimi Hengameh
Published: September 2024

Work productivity is essential for organisational success, yet the reasons for varying levels of productivity among individuals are still not fully understood. This qualitative case study explores the elements that impact employee productivity and leadership practices through an examination of a private Business College’s Headquarter office in England. The study investigates motivational factors and engagement techniques used in this office through interviews with personnel and management. By studying real-world examples like this private business college, this research develops our understanding of productivity and leadership in contemporary business environments. The research aims to investigate the complex factors influencing employee productivity by drawing on motivational theories such as Self-Determination Theory and Expectancy Theory, as well as insights from leadership literature on transformational leadership and employee engagement. Early findings indicate that internal motivators, such as autonomy, competency, and purpose, are crucial in enhancing employee productivity. Leadership styles that exhibit empathy, honesty, and a shared vision promote trust and cooperation, leading to increased employee engagement and performance. This research intends to provide important insights on employee productivity and leadership practices in the Headquarter office of a private business college setting by using a qualitative case study technique.
Knowledge-based education and the management of artificial intelligence tools: Experiences and good practices
Authors: Darío Cárdenas Espinosa Rubén , César Caicedo Eraso Julio , Jiménez Pitre Iris
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the research is to share experiences of good practices in the implementation of Knowledge-Based Education (CBE) and the management of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the classroom. The methodology corresponds to a documentary research with a qualitative approach. A systematic review of the literature and analysis of successful cases in higher education programs were carried out. Key factors for the success of CBE and AI in the classroom were identified. The result obtained was the elaboration of a set of recommendations for the implementation of CBE and AI in the classroom that can serve as a guide to integrate AI tools into their teaching practice. It was concluded that CBE and AI are powerful tools that contribute to improving student learning, as long as ethical considerations and relevant validation strategies are taken into account, however, their implementation in the classroom is subject to proper planning by the counselor and the responsible use of technological tools. The implementation of AI tools is a means to improve the quality of education and not an end.
The Russia-Ukraine war's "Armageddon" threat: A call to action for nuclear disarmament
Authors: E. Archibong James , Nabiebu Miebaka
Published: September 2024

The first atomic weapon was constructed in 1945 as a result of the discovery of nuclear fission. In the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II, the US first exploded the weapon in 1945. Since then, more than 12,000 different kinds of nuclear weapons and advanced delivery systems have been obtained by nine other countries. Despite efforts to outlaw and eliminate nuclear weapons, Russia has made it known that it intends to use them in the conflict it is currently engaged in with Ukraine, which began in February 2022. This study looks at the Russian menace that has frightened the world and brought to mind the tragic US nuclear attacks and the ensuing massive destruction of the environment, material resources, and human lives. Fears of a nuclear war and destruction have increased due to the potential for nuclear reprisal from the West. According to this research, there is a serious risk to human survival from the presence of nuclear weapons. It also concludes that there is a genuine risk that nuclear weapons will be used in today's military conflicts. The paper suggests that, by the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, which went into effect on January 22, 2021, the current stockpile of nuclear weapons be immediately disarmed and destroyed.
Exploring the influence of Thai private universities human resource management practices on employee retention and performance
Authors: Chukwuemeka Nwafor Lloyd
Published: September 2024

The article examines employees' perceptions regarding human resource management practices in Thai private universities. It also analyses the effects of these practices on employee job satisfaction, quality service performance and retention within the context of Thai private universities. The study employed a cross-sectional survey research approach to ensure the inclusion of a representative sample from small and medium sized private universities within the population under investigation. The study includes 12,318 employees of the 38 Thai private universities: 6,458 from small sized private universities and 5,860 from medium size private universities. 20 private universities comprised of 14 (70%) small sized and 6 (30%) will form the sample of the study. From this sample distribution, 91 (72.8) academic staff from 14 small sized private universities and 34 (27.2%) from medium sized private universities making 125 academic staff and 20 HR managers as the sample size of the investigation. The study utilized a maximum variation deliberate (MVD) sampling method for the selection of 125 academic staff and 20 HR managers. Closed-ended questionnaires and semi-structured questionnaires were employed for the purpose of data collection. The validity of the instrument was assessed by a panel of experts to establish content validity, utilizing Lawshe's template with a ratio of 0.99. Furthermore, the homogeneity of the instrument was determined using Cronbach Alpha resulting in a reliability index of .81. The data was collected primarily via an online survey. The data underwent analysis utilizing frequency counts and percentages, chi-square at a significance level of p.05. This was done to ascertain the statistical significance of HRMP on employee retention and performance. The findings demonstrate a conspicuous and uniform association between employee responses across the institutions under scrutiny, underscoring a statistically significant connection between human resource management practices and job satisfaction, quality service performance and retention of employees. Therefore, it is essential to acknowledge that the implementation of HRM practices holds significant importance for small and medium private universities. This is primarily due to its ability to effectively address the expenses incurred from employee turnover, which can arise because of insufficient job satisfaction leading to poor job performance and retention.
Whale optimization algorithm based rigid and non-rigid registration
Authors: Roy Abhisek , Kanti Roy Pranab , Mitra Anirban , Roy Choudhury Sraddha , Chakraborty Sayan
Published: September 2024

Image registration has become one of the most widely used transformation techniques in satellite and medical imaging nowadays is image registration. Mapping of two or more than two images are known as registration of images. Multimodal images are those that are processed using the same registration model but were taken with different devices. In the current work, we introduce a multimodal image registration framework on which we have applied two meta-heuristic algorithms: the Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), to reduce processing time and enhance the performance of both rigid and non-rigid multimodal registration frameworks. The outcomes of WOA and PSO based framework has been compared with each other with respect to both rigid and non-rigid frameworks.
Investment volatility during red sea crisis: Study in Asean country
Authors: Agustina  , Caroline Barus Andreani , Ulya Firza Syafira , Halim Fandi , Tiadoraria Br Ginting Litka
Published: September 2024

The objective of this research is to investigate the volatility of investment instruments, with the aim of providing the best model for predicting investment value. In this topic, the main concepts and theories that underpin the research are presented. Efficient market hypothesis and rational expectations theory stand out, providing a solid basis for understanding the context of the investigation. The methodology adopted for this research GARCH modelling to analysis investment instrument and the impact of its volatility. Data collection was carried out through yahoo finance website and investing website during red sea war event. The research identified optimal GARCH models for different indexes and assets: GARCH (1,1) for JCI, STI, SET, and Bitcoin, E-GARCH (1,1) for KLSE, PSE, and VSE, and GJR-GARCH (1,1) for Gold. It discussed volatility persistence and leverage effects during the Red Sea War, considering model sensitivities, geopolitical impacts, and research limitations. This research's practical and theoretical implications inform financial risk management, highlighting the importance of robust volatility modeling. The findings can enhance portfolio optimization and investment strategies during geopolitical instability. These insights underscore the need for sophisticated approaches to manage financial risks effectively. This research uses advanced GARCH models to analyze volatility during the Red Sea Crisis, revealing asset-specific behaviors under geopolitical stress. The findings improve financial risk management and investment strategies in unstable conditions, enhancing volatility predictions and professional practices.
The impact of self-esteem and self-efficacy on the performance of medical personnel: The mediating role of job satisfaction
Authors: Sulaimiah  , Nuruly Santy , Suprayetno Djoko , Wardani Laila , Endri Endri
Published: September 2024

The study aims to investigate the impact of self-esteem and self-efficacy on the performance of medical personnel by making job satisfaction variables as mediators. The research design used is causal associative research. Data were collected from 87 respondents consisting of doctors, nurses, and midwives at private hospitals in Mataram City, namely Risa Hospital, Harapan Keluarga Hospital, and Siti Hajar Islamic Hospital. This study was analyzed using path analysis equipped with instrument tests using structural equation modeling (SEM). The research results revealed that self-esteem and self-efficacy have a positive and significant effect on the job satisfaction of medical personnel. Self-esteem and self-efficacy also have a positive and significant impact on performance. Job satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on the performance of medical personnel. Job satisfaction does not mediate the impact of self-esteem on performance. Self-efficacy also does not affect the performance of medical personnel through the mediation of job satisfaction. The study results provide practical implications for hospital management, such as improving the performance of medical personnel, and they must design and implement programs that can increase self-esteem, self-efficacy, and job satisfaction.
Knowledge and practices of vegetable consumption in Accra and greater Lomé: nutritional, health and environmental sustainability
Authors: Elom Assinou Kokou , Kpotchou Koffi
Published: September 2024

In Accra and Greater Lomé, research into the harmful effects of food transitions focuses scarcely on the levels of knowledge and good practices (LKGP) of vegetable consumers. However, these foods play a key role in the nutritional, health, socio-economic and ecological sustainability of cities. This research aims to assess the health, nutritional, ecological and socio-economic sustainability of LKGP linked to vegetable consumption in these conurbations.  A quantified multi-criteria evaluation approach was adopted. The respondents (394), selected via judgmental sampling, were equally distributed between the two cities. Data were collected using a Food Frequency Questionnaire administered by Kobocollect. The overall average rate of good vegetable consumption knowledge and practices in Accra and Greater Lomé is low (37.43%). This result stems from the low LKGP for daily vegetable consumption (24.62%), their inclusion in the main daily meals (33.50%) and consideration of their nutritional composition (30.86%). The target population is unaware of the health, nutritional and ecological drawbacks of poorly preserved vegetables (66.93%) and adopts inappropriate waste management practices when handling them (65.91%). The average proportions of access to vegetable procurement technology (47.08%) and sustainable food education (11.29%) were also low. The research results, unfavorable to the achievement of the SDGs in Accra and Greater Lomé, call for an inclusive, integrated and continuous sustainable food education program.
Police and civil society partnership: Peculiarities of implementation in modern conditions
Authors: Ivanovych Teremetskyi Vladyslav , Vasylovych Novichenko Andrii , Borysivna Bodnar-Petrovska Olha , Petrivna Mkhmurova-Dyshliuk Olena , Leonidivna Hrihorova Hanna
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the article is to find out the peculiarities of the implementation of partnership relations between the police and civil society in modern conditions, based on the analysis of current Ukrainian and foreign legislation, as well as scientific literature. Partnership as a type of social interaction is characterized by the authors of the article. The essence of the term “partnership” in modern foreign science is analyzed. The main features of the partnership model of interaction of subjects are characterized, with an emphasis on the partnership between the police and civil society institutions. The main components of the mechanism of partnership interaction between the institutions of the State and civil society institutions in the field of law enforcement are considered. The experience of different countries related to the partnership of law enforcement agencies and civil society institutions is described, with the aim of promoting the formation of effective forms of partnership between the police and civil society institutions in modern Ukraine. The importance of building in Ukraine an effective partnership model of cooperation between the police and civil society institutions in modern Ukraine is emphasized. The importance of public participation in the implementation of state functions in the field of security in modern conditions is proved. The importance of trust for effective partnership is emphasized.
Socio-economic contributions of tourism in the development of hospitality industry
Authors: Amaechi Anyadighibe Joseph , Kechi Kankpang Alphonsus , Kekung Bessong Peter , Joel Efiong Eme , Usang Inah Egu
Published: September 2024

This study examines socio-economic contributions of tourism in the development of hospitality industry in Cross River State, Nigeria.  The economic impact analysis (EIA) was adopted as the underpinning theory for the study. It helps in analysing the contributions of an industry to the economy of a region. The researcher used cross sectional survey method, non-probability purposive method and quantitative method (multiple regression) to analyse 232 staff of hotels, restaurants, eateries and dining in Calabar metropolis, Cross River, Nigeria. Findings from the study show that the socio economic contributions of tourism (income generation, foreign exchange earnings and employment opportunities) increases revenue, improve the quality of services and facilities of hospitality industry and relieves government of the responsibility of been the sole employer of labour. The research results provide an insight on the importance of developing nations investing in tourism as the gate way to development of hospitality industry. Research results have identify socio economic contributions of tourism as the key to sustainability of hospitality industry in the area of revenue generation, improvement in services and facilities to state of art and reducing pressure on government in the area of employment.