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Legal Regulations for Anticipating Artificial Intelligence-Based Workers through Institutional Transformation of Job Training and the Human Resources Revolution
Authors: Santoso Imam Budi , Triyunarti Wiwin , Farhani Athari , Azizah Faiqah Nur , Suherman Ade Maman
Published: June 2024

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has brought great changes to the lives of mankind. The emergence of AI as part of the rapid evolution of digitas technology has led to major changes in the world's lives. This research examines the impact of AI digitalization on Indonesia's workforce and the role of regulation in mitigating negative impacts. It emphasizes the need for holistic evaluation of labor law and modernization of professional job training programs. The research results show that the use of AI in Indonesia is increasing in various sectors, including the employment sector. Moreover, data privacy protection is still inadequate to ensure data protection and privacy of AI technology users. Therefore, it is necessary to update and add regulations that regulate comprehensively, covering data protection, algorithm transparency, occupational safety and health, elimination and specific retraining related to AI, and labor rights relevant to technological developments. It is also necessary to implement new regulations that provide legal protection for the application of AI can minimize the occurrence of cybercrimes on customer data.
ROMAN TOPLUMUNDAKİ GEÇİŞ RİTÜELLERİNİN GÖRSEL KÜLTÜR BAĞLAMINDA İNCELENMESİ
Authors: Yaz Mücahit
Published: June 2024

Bu çalışma Roman toplumunun sosyal hayatında önemli bir yeri ihtiva eden ve toplumdaki bireylerin sosyal konumlarının değişmesinin neticesinde ortaya çıkan geçiş ritüellerini konu edinmektedir. Bu ritüeller taşıdıkları geleneksel ve görsel unsurlar ile anlam ve fonksiyonlar içererek görsel kültür materyallerinin önemini ve çeşitliliğini ortaya koymaktadır. Bu doğrultuda incelediğimiz Roman toplumunun hayatın her dönemine ayrı bir önem vererek sergiledikleri ritüellerin bir kısmının zamanla yok olduğu, büyük bir kısmının devam ettiği görülmektedir. Bunun yanında Roman toplumuna ait gerek giyim gerek görsel materyal ve simgelerin topluluk için önemli bir anlam ve fonksiyona sahip olduğu ortaya çıkmaktadır.
Environmental Sustainability and Solid Waste Management Procedures in Bukavu City, Democratic Republic of Congo
Authors:   Biological and Environmental Sciences Department Kampala International University, Kampala, Uganda, Ajirenge Ndjovu Queen , Luyiga Suzan ,   Biological and Environmental Sciences Department Kampala International University, Kampala, Uganda, Akiyode Oluwole ,   Biological and Environmental Sciences Department Kampala International University, Kampala, Uganda
Published: June 2024

Environmental sustainability approaches such as effective solid waste management processes are indispensable for promoting sustainable urban development. Therefore, sustainable approaches to urban solid waste management are essential for every growing city. Bukavu City in Democratic Republic of Congo is a continuously growing city with a correspondingly increasing generation of solid waste which needs effective and sustainable management. This study engaged a mixed method model of both qualitative and quantitative approaches in assessing the perception of respondents on the sustainable aspect of the solid waste management procedures in the city of Bukavu. It administered 400 household questionnaires to residents, but also complemented the retrieved by interviewing key informants about the solid waste management approaches in the city. Results indicate inadequacy in the solid waste management processes in Bukavu City. Therefore, an inclusive and all-encompassing sustainable urban governance is proposed to encourage effective community participation in the management of the city environmental parameters alongside the enshrinement of a sustainable waste and environmental policy.
The effect of mergers and acquisitions on the banks' profitability
Authors: Colić Snežana , Todorović Andreja , Rađenović Žarko
Published: June 2024

Mergers and acquisitions, as strategies for restructuring banks aimed at growth, have been present in our banking sector for the last two decades. Most often, they were implemented in crisis conditions when the stability and profitability of certain banks were threatened. The influence of these restructuring strategies on the performance of banks is inevitable, given that banks thus strive to reduce costs, increase profits, economies of scale, market positioning, reduce competition, and satisfy the needs of clients. Through mergers and acquisitions, the privatization of banks that are part of that process was carried out to some extent. This paper analyzes the impact of mergers and acquisitions as a restructuring strategy on the profitability of individual banks in the banking sector of the Republic of Serbia. The results of the analysis on the example of AIK Bank, OTP Bank, Raiffeisen Bank, Postal Saving Bank, and NLB Komercijalna Bank for the period from 2018 to 2022 show that, after merger or takeover activities, the basic indicators of profitability recorded an increase compared to the period before the mergers and acquisition were implemented. However, the profitability of individual banks and the banking sector is influenced by numerous other macroeconomic factors.
The relationship of glucose, insulin, NEFA and index of insulin resistance with the metabolic adaptation of cows in the period before and after calving
Authors: Došenović Marinković , Delić-Vujanović Biljana , Cincović Marko , Grubač Siniša , Đoković Radojica
Published: June 2024

Metabolic indicators of poor energy status of cows are: decreased glucose and insulin concentration and increased NEFA concentration with increased insulin resistance. This metabolic profile is characteristic of the peripartum period in cows and is caused by reduced food intake and increased glucose directing towards the mammary gland and the pregnant uterus. The aim of this research is to examine the differences in insulin resistance in cows in dry and early lactation and examine the relationship between indicators of insulin resistance and metabolic profile parameters in early lactation. A statistically significant correlation was obtained between metabolic parameters and indicators of insulin resistance, and these relationships are most pronounced in the postpartum period. The RQUICKI index has a very weak predictive value for metabolic parameters, while the values of insulin, glucose and NEFA have a significant predictive value for a large number of parameters. The values of NEFA and insulin in the antepartum period correlate with certain metabolic parameters, but the number of statistically significant correlations is significantly lower. The individual values of insulin, glucose and NEFA have a much more significant association with metabolic parameters compared to the RQUICKI index of insulin resistance, which is calculated from the three parameters.
Lipidemia and lipid contents in the liver in Holstein cows during transition period
Authors: Đoković Radojica , Petrović Miloš , Anđelić Biljana , Čukić Aleksandar
Published: June 2024

The aim of the present study was to determine a correlation between blood concentration of lipids and the content of lipids in the liver of dairy cows in the transitional period. The Holstein dairy cows (n = 40) were divided into four groups: the first group (A) included late pregnant cows (n = 10) from the 10th to 4th day before calving; the second group (B) included late pregnant cows (n = 10) from the 4th to 1st day before calving; the third group (C) included clinically puerperal healthy cows (n = 10), whereas the fourth group (D) included puerperal ketotic cows (n = 10). The liver and blood samples were taken from all the cows. Pathohistological examination of liver samples showed statistically significantly higher (p < 0.01) lipid infiltration in ketotic cows compared to healthy cows in late pregnancy and puerperium. Biochemical examination of blood serum showed significantly higher values (p < 0.01) of nonesterified fatty acids (NEFA) and beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) in ketotic cows, such as lower blood concentrations of glucose (p < 0.01), triacylglycerols (TG) (p < 0.01), and total cholesterol TChol. (p > 0.05) compared to the values obtained in the blood serum in the groups of healthy cows before and after calving. The significantly positive correlations were determined between the content of lipids in the liver and blood concentration of NEFA (r = 0.67; p < 0.05) and BHB (r = 0.55; p < 0.05) as well as the negative ones between the content of lipids in the liver and blood concentrations of glucose (r = -0.45; p < 0.05), TG (r = -0.55; p < 0.05) and TChlol. (r = - 0.39; p < 0.05). Our investigations suggested that changes in the blood concentrations of NEFA, BHB, TG, TChol. and glucose served as major biochemical indicators in determining ketosis and liver steatosis in the dairy cows in the transitional period.
Determination of new welfare and stress indicators on cattle and pig farms based on previously published studies
Authors: Hristov Slavča , Cincović Marko , Stanković Branislav , Đoković Radojica , Ostojić Andrić , Nakov Dimitar
Published: June 2024

In recent years, numerous papers have been published that consider indicators of the welfare and stress of the animals on cattle and pig farms to improve their health and productivity. These indicators are mostly determined in numerous international projects and published in indexed journals and proceedings from international symposia. Their usefulness in on-farm assessments of animal welfare and stress is generally well recognized. In the assessments of the welfare and stress of the animals in different systems of rearing and accommodation, the need to determine new welfare and stress indicators on cattle and pig farms was observed. The paper discusses the determination of new indicators of animal welfare and stress on cattle and pig farms based on analysis of previously published studies which include the most important papers in indexed journals and proceedings from international symposia that discussed the existing indicators. The analysis of the results of those studies will be used to determine the main characteristics of the existing new welfare and stress indicators on cattle and pig farms with a focus on their applicability. The results, discussions and conclusions in those papers will be used to generate ideas to define new welfare and stress indicators of the animals on cattle and pig farms.
Determination of new biosecurity indicators on cattle and pig farms based on published studies
Authors: Stanković Branislav , Hristov Slavča , Cincović Marko , Đoković Radojica , Ostojić Andrić , Milošević-Stanković Ivana , Nakov Dimitar
Published: June 2024

In recent years, numerous papers have been published that consider indicators of cattle and pig farms biosecurity with the aim of improving it, and therefore their health and productivity. These indicators were presented in international projects published in indexed journals, as well as proceedings from international symposia. On-farm assessments usability of farm production biosecurity is generally well recognized. In the assessments of the farm biosecurity in different systems of rearing and accommodation, the need to determine new indicators in cattle and pig production was observed and discussed, based on a meta-analysis of previously published studies which include the most important papers in indexed journals and proceedings from international symposia that discussed the existing indicators. The analysis of the results of those studies will be used to determine the main characteristics of the existing new farm biosecurity indicators on cattle and pig farms with a focus on their applicability. The results, discussions and conclusions of those papers will be used to generate ideas to define biosecurity indicators on cattle and pig farms.
Sporadic leukosis in cattle
Authors: Starič Jože , Veren Geč , Marzel Rok , Ježek Jožica
Published: June 2024

Sporadic bovine leukosis (SBL) is a rare neoplastic disease in cattle. It represents a unique challenge for veterinary medicine due to its sporadic occurrence, peculiar clinical presentation and unclear etiology. SBL manifests in four forms: juvenile lymphosarcoma, adult multicentric leukosis, thymic lymphosarcoma and cutaneous lymphosarcoma. In contrast to enzootic bovine leukosis, which is caused by the bovine leukemia virus (BLV), there is no viral link in sporadic cases. They are thought to be caused by multifactorial interactions between genetic predisposition and environmental factors (e.g. carcinogens or other triggers). The diseases are not contagious. The aim of this paper is to review the current knowledge of SBL, focusing on the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges and potential risk factors. Although sporadic leukosis accounts for a smaller proportion of leukosis cases in cattle compared to BLV-induced leukosis, the impact on affected individuals is severe. SBL must be differentiated from BLV-induced leukosis (absence of BLV antibodies in the blood and absence of BLV in the tissue), which is a reportable disease in the European Union. SBL usually affects younger cattle, but adult animals can also be affected. Adult multicentric leukosis clinically resembles enzootic bovine leukosis with multicentric lymphoproliferative foci and lymphadenopathy, but the affected animals are negative for BLV antibodies. The diseases are progressive and lead to the death of the animals. Diagnostic confirmation of SBL often requires a combination of histopathologic examination, immunohistochemistry and molecular analyses to differentiate it from other neoplastic diseases in cattle. Risk factors such as exposure to certain environmental toxins or genetic susceptibility are thought to play a role in the development of sporadic leukosis. Further research efforts are needed to elucidate the mechanisms underlying the development of SBL and to develop effective prevention and control strategies to control this sporadic but usually lethal disease in cattle population.
Rapidly growing adrenal gland tumor in a female patient with a history of colon cancer
Authors: Marković Bojan , Stojković Mirjana , Klet Sanja , Janić Tamara , Babić Jovana , Đurković Ivana , Nedeljković-Beleslin Biljana , Ćirić Jasmina , Žarković Miloš
Published: June 2024

Adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare malignant disease, occurring in 0.5-2 per 1,000,000 cases annually. Clinical signs may arise due to autonomous hormonal hypersecretion by the tumor, but also due to local compressive symptoms in the abdomen. The success of treatment depends on early diagnosis, with the recommended treatment being definitive adrenalectomy. An essential strategy in the further treatment of such complex malignancies is chemotherapy with mitotane. Thanks to advancements in medical sciences and comprehensive research, there will be an improved approach in the detection and treatment of adrenocortical carcinomas. We presented a female patient who, during follow-up for operated colon adenocarcinoma, was incidentally found on CT to have a lesion in the right adrenal gland. Due to its size and results consistent with subclinical Cushing's syndrome, the lesion was operated on, and histopathological findings indicated adrenocortical carcinoma. Given the confirmed adrenocortical carcinoma, therapy with mitotane was initiated.
Efficiency of the forest three-row seeder in acorn reseeding
Authors: Danilović Milorad , Đorđević Zoran , Lazović Andreja , Antonić Slavica
Published: June 2024

This paper presents the results of a study on the effects of operating a forest triple seeder implement aggregated onto tractors of various nominal powers. The difference in nominal power among the tractors was 8.5 kW. The seeder implement utilized in the study is a technical solution from FE "Sremska Mitrovica". The research was conducted on areas prepared for the underseeding of pedunculate oak seeds. The paper analyzes the effects of seeder operation based on tractor power. The study employed work analysis, specifically the method of photochronometry and flow measurement of time. The research results indicate that under identical operating conditions, a tractor with higher Topola/Poplar 2024, 213, 43-54 www.ilfe.org 44 power achieves higher average speeds in all operating conditions, with differences of approximately 15%. The operational effects vary depending on the length of the plot, as an increase in length reduces the proportion of turnaround time in the total operation time. One of the factors influencing operational effects is the distance of the seed loading point from the seeder's basket. To minimize the impact of this time, it is necessary to select the optimal position for the seed loading point before starting operation. The definition of operating conditions is determined based on the condition of the cutting preparation and soil moisture. During operation, there were interruptions due to design flaws in the seeder, with operational effects ranging from 1.81 ha/day to 4.05 ha/day depending on tractor power, the condition of the sowing area, and plot length. The average fuel consumption of higher-powered tractors per effective hour of operation under identical conditions is 23.3% higher.
Physiological responses of poplar and willow clones grown in pot trials on soil from landfills
Authors: Kesić Lazar , Kovačević Branislav , Milović Marina , Poljaković-Pajnik Leopold , Pekeč Saša , Višacki Vladimir , Orlović Saša
Published: June 2024

Poplars and willows have been cultivated for their environmental benefits for millennia. In the present study, physiological responses were examined in three poplar and three willow clones grown in soil from the landfills near Novi Sad and Belgrade, Serbia. The experiment, conducted under controlled conditions in pots with soil directly from the landfill sites, aimed to identify the most suitable clones based on their physiological performance on examined substrates. Within the process of phyto-recurrent selection, six clones were selected for this experiment: Populus deltoides cl. PE 19/6, PE 4/68, S 1-8, and Salix alba cl. 107/65-9, 79/64-2, 380. Four physiological parameters (net photosynthesis [A], transpiration [E], water use efficiency [WUE], and stomatal conductance [gs]) were measured throughout the research. Analysis of variance revealed that certain clones exhibited superior physiological responses compared to others. The superior performance of poplar clones PE 4/68 and S 1-8 in key physiological parameters underscores their potential for improving growth, resilience, carbon sequestration, and overall ecological and economic benefits, making them valuable candidates for forestry and environmental management programs.
Attitudes of the local population on the development of cycling tourism: A case study of the West Backa District
Authors: Lakić Nemanja , Pivac Tatjana , Besermenji Snežana , Bajkanović Jovana , Jurišin Ivica
Published: June 2024

Cyclotourism, i.e. bicycle tourism, has experienced an extraordinary rise in recent years, in Europe, as well as in our country. In accordance with the wishes, needs and habits of the modern tourist who wants a new type of educational, adventurous and physically active holiday, and which finds its foothold in the development of this form of selective tourism. The modern tourist spends his free time (vacation) actively, that is, he tries to adapt to the life of the local population, where he learns the authenticity of the tourist destination. The task of the research is to examine the cycle tourism resources of West Backa district as well as to point out potential shortcomings in order tofurther develop this type of tourism as a special form of tourist offer. For the purposes of the work, a questionnaire was used, on the basis of which the conclusion was reached that the ongoing project "Amazon of Europe Bike Trail" has insufficiently improved the existing cycle tourism resources as well as the cycle infrastructure of this region.
Exploring destination image and promotional activities of Serbia: Visitors' perspective
Authors: Labović Marija , Šagovnović Ivana
Published: June 2024

The well-established literature emphasized the significant role that destination image plays in shaping tourists ' travel behavior and the potential benefits that can be derived for both the tourist destination and the entire country. Thus, the main goal of this research was to explore how foreign and domestic tourists perceive Serbia's cognitive, conative, and overall images, as well as the effectiveness of its promotional efforts. The survey research was conducted in the major destinations of Serbia, and it involved a total of 956 tourists. The findings revealed significant differences between the two tourist segments and shed light on lesser-perceived aspects of the destination image, highlighting areas that require attention in the future. The paper offers valuable implications that can address the identified issues effectively.
Construction and validation of the emotional development on early primary education scale (EDEPES-28)
Authors: Priego-Ojeda Maria , López-Cassà Èlia , Pérez-Escoda Núria , Filella-Guiu Gemma
Published: June 2024

While it is well-known that being emotionally competent contributes to improving the well-being and academic performance of students, there are few validated Spanish instruments that can assist teachers in assessing emotional competencies in early primary education children. In this study, we present the development and validation of the Emotional Development on Early Primary Education Scale (EDEPES) for students aged between 5 and 8 years. The study included a sample of 1113 students enrolled in the first and second grades of primary education in different educational centers in Spain. A preliminary version of the questionnaire with around 41 items was distributed, along with measures of anxiety (CAS) and academic performance (average score). These measures were taken at two time points with a 6-month interval. The results supported a 4-factor model of 28 items, comprising emotional competencies of emotional awareness, emotion regulation, emotional autonomy, and social competence, along with a higher-order factor to measure overall emotional competence. The EDEPES-28 demonstrated satisfactory reliability and criterion validity, showing significant associations with anxiety and academic performance. Furthermore, the results supported the assumptions of measurement invariance, revealing gender differences in both courses, with these distinctions being more pronounced in the second course, and girls obtaining higher scores. In conclusion, the EDEPES-28 proves to be a useful and easy-to-use instrument for teachers to assess the emotional competencies of early primary education students.
Loro orejiamarillo (Ognorhynchus icterotis, Psittacidae) en Norte de Santander después de 167 años de ausencia en la región
Authors: Peña Luis Alberto , Pabón Friedman Axel , Cediel Fernando , Armesto Orlando , Parrado-Vargas María Alejandra , Ortega Pedro María
Published: June 2024

El Loro orejiamarillo (Ognorhynchus icterotis) es una especie casi endémica que tenía una distribución histórica a lo largo de los Andes colombianos y ecuatorianos. Sin embargo, para finales de la década de los 90’s sus poblaciones declinaron drásticamente, debido a la fragmentación y pérdida del hábitat, dando lugar a su extinción en Ecuador y a una reducción considerable de su ámbito de distribución en Colombia. Se cree que la población ha aumentado en los últimos años en el país, gracias a procesos de conservación, y el hallazgo de nuevas localidades, fue fundamental para bajar la especie de categoría de riesgo de En Peligro a Vulnerable según la IUCN.  Para el caso de Norte de Santander, el único registro para la especie corresponde a su descubrimiento en 1854 (Holotipo) y desde entonces, se consideraba extinta para esta región. A pesar de esto, a través de este reporte, confirmamos la presencia del Loro orejiamarillo en los municipios de Cáchira y Ábrego en un área de vegetación alterada, pero con presencia de palma de cera (Ceroxylon sp.). Estos registros representan una extensión importante de su distribución actual, y advierte de la necesidad de desarrollar acciones de investigación, monitoreo y conservación de la especie en la región.
Ռուսաստանի Դաշնությունը Ղարաբաղյան հակամարտության կարգավորման գործընթացում (1991 թ. սեպտեմբեր - 1992 թ. դեկտեմբեր)
Authors: Ազիզբեկյան Ռուբեն Լ. , Հակոբյան Տարոն Վ.
Published: June 2024

В преддверии распада СССР, с 20 по 23 сентября 1991 года, Президент России Б. Ельцин вместе с коллегой из Казахстана Н. Назарбаевым посетили регион с целью прекращения военных действий на армяно-азербайджанской линии соприкосновения и начала переговоров между конфликтующими сторонами. По результатам визита 23 сентября в Железноводске было подписано совместное Коммюнике. Однако, главным образом ввиду жесткой позиции Азербайджана, стороны так и не смогли договориться об осуществлении положений документа. Для активизации усилий по мирному урегулированию карабахско-азербайджанского конфликта, Москва 5 мая 1992 года учредила посредническую миссию под руководством Посла по особым поручениям МИД РФ В. Казимирова. Весной Россия предложила программу урегулирования конфликта, которая была отвергнута СБСЕ, что было обусловлено конкуренцией посредников в регионе. Это было следствием того, что представленные в регионе государства и международные организации преследовали только свои цели. Не случайно, что ни одна акция посредников по урегулированию конфликта не отражала ее суть, ибо это требовало глубокий причинно-следственный анализ его происхождения (конфликта).
On the eve of the collapse of the USSR, on September 20-23, 1991, Russian President B. Yeltsin, together with his colleague from Kazakhstan N. Nazarbayev, visited the region to put an end to hostilities on the Armenian-Azerbaijani contact line and start negotiations between the conflicting parties. As a result of the visit, a joint Communiqué was signed on September 23 in Zheleznovodsk. However, mainly due to the tough position of Azerbaijan, the parties were unable to agree on the implementation of the provisions of the document. To intensify efforts for a peaceful settlement of the Karabakh-Azerbaijan conflict, on May 5, 1992, Moscow established a mediation mission under the leadership of Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Foreign Ministry V. Kazimirov. In spring, Russia proposed a conflict resolution program that was rejected by the CSCE, which was a result of a competition between mediators in the region. This stemmed from the fact that states and international organizations represented in the region pursued their own goals exclusively. It is no coincidence that none of the the mediators’ actions to resolve the conflict reflected its essence, as this required a deep cause-and-effect analysis of its origin.
Հայաստանի ժայռափորագիր նշանները և միջնադարյան գաղափարագրերը
Authors: Թոխաթյան Կարեն Ս.
Published: June 2024

В армянском наскальном искусстве выделяются четыре основные сферы: природа, повседневная жизнь человека, плоды его творчества и внутренний мир. Их богатое многообразие раз-делено мной на 31 тематическую группу: элементы местности, Земля, небесные светила, небесные, атмосферные и земные явле-ния, растения, животные, земледелие, охота, борьба животных, сражения, спорт, соревнования, танцы, оружие, инструменты, транспортные средства, конструкции, прикладные изображения, средства обучения, игровые пособия, одежда, культ, мифические существа, анатомия существ, портрет, неопределенное изобра-жение, орнамент, символы, буквообразные знаки.
In Armenian rock art, four main areas are distinguished: nature, everyday life, results of human creation and the inner world. I’ve organized their rich diversityinto 31 thematic groups: terrain elements, the Earth, heavenly luminaries, celestial, atmospheric and terrestrial phenomena, plants, animals, agriculture, hunting, animal fighting, battles, sports, competitions, dance, weapons, instruments, trans-portation means, constructions, applied images, learning tools, play aids, garment, cult, mythical creatures, anatomy of creatures, portrait, uncertain image, ornament, symbols, letter-like signs.
Մանվել վարդապետ Կյումուշխանեցի. կյանքն ու գործունեությունը (1768-1801)
Authors: Գրիգորյան Սաթենիկ Մ.
Published: June 2024

Манвел (Степанос) архимандрит (преподобный) Кюмушханеци (1 января 1768 – 4 декабря 1843 года) – известный армянский летописец, филолог, церковный служитель и общественный деятель, чья плодотворная деятельность заслуживает изучения и должного освещения. Он вел свою деятельность в сложный и тяжкий период для армянского народа, когда армянская оборонительная деятельность была более чем необходимой и важной. Процесс его формирования совпал с периодом борьбы «Давит-Даниелян», в котором архимандрит (преподобный) Мануил Кюмушханеци сыграл важную роль в решении ряда вопросов.
Reverend Manvel (Stepanos) Kyumushkhanetsi (January 1, 1768 - December 4, 1843) was a famous Armenian chronicler, philologist, verger and public figure whose prolific activity deserves to be studied and properly covered. He worked during a complicated and difficult period for the Armenian people when the Armenian protection activities were more than necessary and imperative. The process of his formation coincided with the period of the "Davit-Danielyan" struggle, during which Reverend Manuel Kyumushkhanetsi played a role in settling a number of issues.
Evaluation of Biogas Production Potential from Organic Waste from the Yaounde Industrial Slaughterhouse and Sizing of a Biomethanation Unit
Authors: Justine Sikati Faoding , Jérôme Dikwa , Emmanuel Aguiza Abai , Philemon Ze Bilo’o
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this work is to propose a method for recovering organic slaughterhouse waste from the industrial slaughterhouse in Yaounde. Biogas production is the basis of this, which can be utilized as a source of energy, either thermal or electrical. In this study which has the Industrial Slaughterhouse of Yaounde as a site of study, the overall organic slaughterhouse waste production potential, biogas production potential, and energy (thermal and electricity) were assessed and the values obtained are respectively 4 616 298 kg/year, 373.6 x 103 m3 CH4/year, 6 455.6 x 103 MJ/year, and 560.4 MW/year. The anaerobic fermentation of 25 kilograms of organic matter, comprising 15 kilograms of rumen waste and 10 kilograms of manure, in combination with 25 liters of water in a 60-liter cask utilized as a digester, was also carried out. The total volume of biogas collected after 30 days of anaerobic digestion is 223.4 L. One of the major expenses at the Industrial Slaughterhouse of Yaounde is related to electricity need, which is about 16,302 kWh/month. Based on the daily potential flow of effluent produced at the ISHY, we could size a digester with a volume of 910 m3. Biogas production is thus proving to be a solution with a multifunctional advantage, as it is not only reducing the organic waste to be managed, but also produces an energy source that can be used for several purposes, including electrical energy.
Role of Occupational Therapy in Prewriting Skills for Children with Special Need: A Clinical Study
Authors: Kalaichandran K.
Published: June 2024

Background: Handwriting is a complex skill that develops over time, to learn handwriting children need to combine fine motor skills, language, memory and concentration. They also need to practice and follow instructions. The occupational therapists role is to determine underlying postural motor, sensory integrative or perceptual deficits that might interfere with the development of legible handwriting. Evaluation of the child with handwriting difficulties should begin with observation of the child’s attempts to write; several areas should be assessed. Sensory integrative problems frequently interfere with the development of handwriting skills; poor bilateral coordination could result in lack of stabilization of the paper with the non dominant hand and reluctance to cross the midline of the body. Poor kinesthetic awareness causes some children to grip the pencil that the point breaks piece. Physical disability may require specific adaptations to enable the child to learn handwriting skills. These include special pencil holders and device to stabilize paper; it is also imperative to position the child appropriate to achieve necessary stabilization for writing. Handwriting starts with scribbling and drawing then moves on to forming letters and words. Scribbling prepares young children to learn handwriting in school. This study enables occupational therapists to assess the handwriting difficulties in special need children. At future our work may facilitate the pre writing skills and improvement in handwriting of special need children to enhance their academic performance. These skills are taught to child early to achieve good handwriting skills.
Aim: To analyze the role of occupational therapy in pre writing skills for children with special needs.
Objectives: To evaluate hand writing skills of special need children, and to train pre writing skill for children with special need.
Methods: Fourteen special need children with age group 9–14 (mean ages 10.92), including 6 male and 8 female children, were selected based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. All the participants were screened by using Handwriting Legibility Scale (HLS) and were suggested prewriting activities.
Result: The statistical analysis of Handwriting Legibility Scale (HLS) pre assessment mean value of legibility is 3.210, lay out on page is 2.435, and letter formation is 3.625. The post therapy mean value of legibility is 4.312, lay out on page is 3.476 and letter formation is 2.741. The results show that, there are significant changes between pre and post therapy value of Handwriting Legibility Scale (HLS) scores.
Conclusion: A majority of children with special needs were not able to write and form letters and their hand writing were also not legible. Hence, we suggest that, the teaching and training of pre writing activities can be given with some fine motor activities along with our protocol will make them to overcome their difficulties in future.
Comparison of lasso and stepwise regression in psychological data
Authors: Zhou Di Jody , Chahal Rajpreet , Gotlib Ian H. , Liu Siwei
Published: June 2024

Identifying significant predictors of behavioral outcomes is of great interest in many psychological studies. Lasso regression, as an alternative to stepwise regression for variable selection, has started gaining traction among psychologists. Yet, further investigation is valuable to fully understand its performance across various psychological data conditions. Using a Monte Carlo simulation and an empirical demonstration, we compared Lasso regression to stepwise regression in typical psychological datasets varying in sample size, predictor size, sparsity, and signal-to-noise ratio. We found that: (1) Lasso regression was more accurate in within-sample selection and yielded more consistent out-of-sample prediction accuracy than stepwise regression; (2) Lasso with a harsher shrinkage parameter was more accurate, parsimonious, and robust to sampling variability than the prediction-optimizing Lasso. Finally, we concluded with cautious notes and recommendations in practice on the application of Lasso regression.
Post-hoc tests in one-way ANOVA: The case for normal distribution
Authors: Juarros-Basterretxea Joel , Aonso-Diego Gema , Postigo Álvaro , Montes-Álvarez Pelayo , Menéndez-Aller Álvaro , García-Cueto Eduardo
Published: June 2024

When one-way ANOVA is statistically significant, a multiple comparison problem arises, hence post-hoc tests are needed to elucidate between which groups significant differences are found. Different post-hoc tests have been proposed for each situation regarding heteroscedasticity and sample size groups. This study aims to compare the Type I error (α) rate of 10 post-hoc tests in four different conditions based on heteroscedasticity and balance between-group sample size. A Montecarlo simulation study was carried out on a total of 28 data sets, with 10,000 resamples in each, distributed through four conditions. One-way ANOVA tests and post-hoc tests were conducted to estimate the α rate at a 95% confidence level. The percentage of times the null hypothesis was falsely refused is used to compare the tests. Three out of four conditions demonstrated considerable variability among sample sizes. However, the best post-hoc test in the second condition (heteroscedastic and balance group) did not depend on simple size. In some cases, inappropriate post-hoc tests were more accurate. Homoscedasticity and balance between-group sample size should be considered for appropriate post-hoc test selection.
Modelling the effect of instructional support on logarithmic-transformed response time: An exploratory study
Authors: Pinos Ullauri Luis Alberto , Van Den Noortgate Wim , Debeer Dries
Published: June 2024

Instructional support can be implemented in learning environments to pseudo-modify the difficulty or time intensity of items presented to persons. This support can affect both the response accuracy of persons towards items as well as the time persons require to complete items. This study proposes a framework to model response time in learning environments as a function of instructional support. Moreover, it explores the effect of instructional support on response time in assembly tasks training using Virtual Reality. Three models are fitted with real-life data collected by a project that involves both industry and academic partners from Belgium. A Bayesian approach is followed to implement the models, where the Bayes factor is used to select the best fitting model.
Hubungan Body Image dan Psychological Well-Being Pada Perempuan Dewasa Awal Pengguna Instagram
Authors: Narotin Narotin , Satwika Yohana Wuri
Published: June 2024

Social media, especially Instagram, has become a very popular platform among early adult women. Instagram is often used to share photos and videos, which can affect a person's perception of his or her physical appearance or body image. This study aims to determine how much the relationship between Body Image and psychological Well-being in early adult female Instagram users. The approach used in this study is quantitative correlational. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling technique involving early adult women aged 18-25 years who are domiciled in the city of Surabaya with a total of 100 people. The instruments used in this study are body image scale and psychological well-being scale. The data analysis technique used in this study is a pearson product moment correlation with the help of SPSS 26.0 for windows.  The results showed a correlation of r=0.825 with a degree of significance of 0,000<0.05 which means there is a significant relationship between body image and psychological well-being.
The precision of machine learning models at classifying autism spectrum disorder in adults
Authors: Raj Kumar Nandita , Raj Kumar Sasikala
Published: June 2024

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is hard to correctly diagnose due to the very subjective nature of diagnosing it: behavior analysis. Due to this issue, we sought to find a machine learning-based method that diagnoses ASD without behavior analysis or helps reduce misdiagnosis. We tested the precision of many binary classification models such as the naive bayes, support vector machine, decision tree, random forest, and k-nearest neighbor models to compare their mean average precision in diagnosing individuals with ASD. Based on multivariable data, we hypothesized that the k-nearest neighbor model would be the best at diagnosing ASD accurately because this model is known to use data points that have related values to classify new data points. Upon training and testing of all the different models with an online dataset, the mean average precision of each model was analyzed along with its cross-validation scores, showing that the most accurate model at predicting whether an individual had ASD was the random forest model with a mean average precision of 0.92 and a mean cross-validation score of 0.86. The naive bayes model was the least accurate performer with a mean average precision of 0.80 and a mean cross-validation score of 0.64. Based on these results, the random forest model could aid in reducing the misdiagnosis of ASD. The usage of the random forest algorithm helps avoid bias in behavioral diagnosis by using objective data from screening tests rather than subjective data gathered by clinicians to classify ASD.
MELATIH MOTORIK HALUS PADA ANAK USIA DINI MELALUI KEGIATAN COOKING CLASS
Authors: Septiani Hapidah
Published: June 2024

Children’s fine motor is one of the children’s developments that has an important aspect in children’s life it is related to children’s daily movements such as, eye-hand coordination and the work of small muscles, wrist flexibility, being able to imitate the shape and skills of using the right and left hands. The importance of fine motor in children need to be stimulated from various forms of activities, children fine motor skills have an influence of the next stage of development, namely writing skills, With the existence of this devotion, it aims to train fine motor skills in children through cooking class activities. The subject in this indication is a child aged 5–6 years. The result of this devotion, children are able to coordinate their hands – eyes and also their small muscles.
STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN BERKELNAJUTAN PADA MASYARAKAT PENATIH: INTEGRASI NILAI-NILAI TRI HITA KARANA DALAM PENINGKATAN KESEJAHTERAAN EKONOMI LOKAL
Authors: Putu Diah Asrida  , I Gede Agus Adi Saputra
Published: June 2024

Pengabdian ini membahas strategi pengembangan kewirausahaan berkelanjutan pada Masyarakat Penatih dengan fokus pada integrasi nilai-nilai Tri Hita Karana dalam upaya meningkatkan kesejahteraan ekonomi lokal. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan partisipatif yang melibatkan kolaborasi antara berbagai pemangku kepentingan, program pengabdian ini mengadopsi pendekatan holistik yang mencakup pelatihan dan pendidikan. Hasil dari pengabdian ini menunjukkan bahwa integrasi nilai-nilai Tri Hita Karana dalam strategi pengembangan kewirausahaan mampu memberikan kontribusi signifikan terhadap peningkatan kesejahteraan ekonomi lokal, dengan membuka peluang baru bagi masyarakat dalam mengembangkan usaha berkelanjutan yang menghormati budaya lokal dan alam. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya menghargai dan memanfaatkan kearifan lokal dalam pembangunan ekonomi komunitas, serta perlunya kolaborasi antar berbagai pihak dalam mendukung pembangunan kewirausahaan berkelanjutan yang berdampak positif bagi masyarakat dan lingkungan.
PEMANFAATAN KOMODITI LOKAL DALAM PENDAMPINGAN WIRAUSAHA MELALUI PELATIHAN DEVIL PANCAKE DI SMK NEGERI 2 SINGARAJA
Authors: Dia Aprilla Dua  , Luh Eka Susanti  , Anak Agung Ayu Arun Suwi Arianty
Published: June 2024

In the era of globalization and intense market competition, entrepreneurship is crucial for improving economic quality. One accessible form of entrepreneurship is through micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Entrepreneurship allows communities to enhance their welfare and economic potential, regardless of age, offering vocational high school students the chance to become young entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurial mentoring for vocational high school students prepares them to innovate and develop strong entrepreneurial traits. This program, conducted in Buleleng Regency, Bali, known for its educational heritage, focuses on culinary entrepreneurship training, particularly in pastry making. Initiated by the Student Association of the D3 Hospitality Program at the International Tourism and Business Institute, the training includes practical food production using local commodities. One notable training involves making Devil Pancake, a simple yet innovative pastry. Participated by Culinary students from SMKN 2 Singaraja, using demonstration and duplication methods to enhance practical skills. Students observed instructors and then practiced independently, significantly improving their understanding and skills. The program yielded positive results, boosting students' confidence and practical experience. Using local ingredients and simple processes reassured students that starting a business is feasible. This program successfully motivated SMKN 2 Singaraja students to pursue entrepreneurship.
PENGEMBANGAN KOMPETENSI SISWA SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEJURUAN MELALUI PELATIHAN MERANGKAI BUNGA GUNA MENUMBUHKAN KETERAMPILAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN
Authors: Sang Ayu Putu Citra Utami  , Anak Agung Ayu Arun Suwi Arianty  , Luh Eka Susanti
Published: June 2024

Vocational High School (SMK) or vocational education is a balanced combination of theory and practice with an orientation towards the work readiness of its graduates. Vocational school graduates can not only work in certain fields, but can also go on to higher education and entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurial skills are creative and innovative abilities in developing a business so that it is different from others. Not just bouquet business. The implementation method for this activity different, but also analyzing market potential to gain profits. A business or business skill that is possible and is often used as a souvenir for other people is the flower bouquet or snack is the demonstration and duplication method which focuses on female students in classes X and XI, SMK Negeri 2 Singaraja. This vocational high school competency development activity was held on June 8 2023, in the Hall of SMK Negeri 2 Singaraja which is located at Jl. Srikandi, No.9, Babakan, Baktiseraga, Buleleng. This activity was attended by students of SMK Negeri 2 Singaraja classes X and XI, a total of 15 participants. The objectives of this vocational high school student competency development activity are focused on, 1) Fostering creativity and entrepreneurial spirit through a series of snack bouquets. 2) Provide knowledge and skills and be able to see business opportunities.
EDUKASI PENGGUNAAN MEDIA SOSIAL BAGI PEMILIH PEMULA SEBAGAI SARANA KAMPANYE PEMILU SERENTAK 2024 DI DESA SUMERTA KELOD
Authors: I Made Sudiksa  , , I Nyoman Sunarta  , Gusi Putu Lestara Permana  , Ketut Elly Sutrisni  , Kelvin Cahya Utomo
Published: June 2024

In an effort to ensure the success of the 2024 elections and the creation of peaceful democracy, one approach that can be taken is educating first-time voters on the use of social media. The active role and participation of first-time voters are crucial for the progress of the Indonesian nation. In this regard, the role of academics through community service is very important in ensuring the success of the elections. This community service activity is carried out through thematic community service projects. The goal is to enhance the understanding of first-time voters in Sumber Kelod Village, Denpasar City. The educational method is implemented through socialization using brochures. This socialization is very beneficial and provides new insights for first-time voters. The results of this education are significant in shaping a generation of intelligent, critical, and responsible voters. With sufficient knowledge, high political awareness, and an independent attitude, first-time voters can participate actively and effectively in elections, thereby contributing to a better and higher quality democratic process. Continuous education is essential to ensure that each new generation of voters is prepared to face the challenges and responsibilities in their political lives.
PELATIHAN QUIZIZZ UNTUK MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS PERMAINAN BAGI GURU DI SMA PGRI BLAHBATUH PLUS PARIWISATA (PARISMA BLAHBATUH)
Authors: Ida Ayu Putu Febri Imawati  , Ni Luh Putu Risma Noviana  , I Wayan Dika  , I Nyoman Bagus Suweta Nugraha  , Ni Luh Gede Ambaradewi
Published: June 2024

Quizizz training for teachers at SMA PGRI Blahbatuh aims to improve teacher competence in information technology. The training was conducted for one day. Starting from introducing Quzizz in general, making presentations to making quizzes. Based on the training results, trials of using Quizziz independently, and mentoring, teachers have been able to use Quizizz as a learning media.