bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Adverse events associated with the gold probe and the injection gold probe devices used for endoscopic hemostasis: A MAUDE database analysis
Authors: Kumar Vishnu Charan Suresh , Aloysius Mark , Aswath Ganesh
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding accounts for over half a million admissions annually and is the most common GI diagnosis requiring hospitalization in the United States. Bipolar electrocoagulation devices are used for the management of gastrointestinal bleeding. There is no data on device-related adverse events for gold probe (GP) and injection gold probe (IGP).

AIM

To analyze this using the Food and Drug Administration (FDA’s) Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database from 2013 to 2023.

METHODS

We examined post-marketing surveillance data on GP and IGP from the FDA MAUDE database to report devicerelated and patient-related adverse events between 2013-2023. The MAUDE database is a publicly available resource providing over 4 million records relating to medical device safety. Statistical analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics V.27.0 (IBM Corp., Armonk, NY, United States).

RESULTS

Our search elicited 140 reports for GP and 202 reports for IGP, respectively, during the study period from January 2013 to August 2023. Malfunctions reportedly occurred in 130 cases for GP, and actual patient injury or event occurred in 10 patients. A total of 149 patients (74%) reported with Injection GP events suffered no significant consequences due to the device failure, but 53 patients (26%) were affected by an event.

CONCLUSION

GP and IGP are critical in managing gastrointestinal bleeding. This study of the FDA MAUDE database revealed the type, number, and trends of reported device-related adverse events. The endoscopist and support staff must be aware of these device-related events and be equipped to manage them if they occur.
Hot Tensile Properties of Shielded Metal Arc Welded Similar and
Dissimilar Joint of 9Cr-1Mo Steel and 304 Stainless Steel
Authors: Karthick K. , Balasubramanian M. , Madhu S. , Prathap P.
Published: January 2024

The recent demand for power generation capability has raised the operating
temperature of the power plants in the range of 600°C. High operating
temperature leads to material degradation or reduced lifespan of boilers, which
necessitates the analysis of the high-temperature behavior of welded joints of
power plant boilers for a long lifespan and improved efficiency. Gr91
martensitic and SS304 austenitic stainless steel are identified as the primary
piping material for these boilers. The boiler piping involves similar weld
joints (Gr91/Gr91 and SS304/SS304) and dissimilar weld joints (SS304/Gr91) known
as transition joints. These joints are exposed to high temperatures for a long
duration during their service and it is therefore necessary to evaluate the
high-temperature behavior of these weld joints. The hot tensile test is a
short-term high-temperature test that serves as a valuable tool for analyzing
the high-temperature behavior of the welds. In this investigation, by using the
shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process, similar joints of Gr91/Gr91
martensitic steel, SS304/SS304 were made using matching electrodes, and
dissimilar joints between Gr91/SS304 were welded using INCONEL electrode. The
joints were subjected to hot tensile test at temperatures of 550°C, 600°C, and
650°C. The stress–strain behavior of the weld joints at elevated temperatures
was studied, compared with each other, and reported.
On the primitive subspace of Lando framed graph bialgebra
Authors: Karev Maksim
Published: January 2024

Lando framed graph bialgebra is generated by framed graphs modulo 4-term
relations. We provide an explicit set of generators of its primitive subspace
and a description of the set of relations between the generators. We also
define an operation of leaf addition that endows the primitive subspace of
Lando algebra with a structure of a module over the ring of polynomials in one
variable and construct a 4-invariant that satisfies a simple identity with
respect to the vertex-multiplication.
Indonesia's Role in Supporting Palestinian Independence and Responding to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Analysis of Foreign Policy and Current Issues
Authors: Sidiq Fahmi , Saputra Jumadil , Tadj Lotfi
Published: January 2024

This study analyzes Indonesia's role in supporting Palestinian independence and responding to current issues related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Since the beginning of its independence, Indonesia has shown a strong commitment to the struggle for Palestinian independence. Factors such as anti-colonialism values, strong attachment to Islam, and concern for humanity have encouraged Indonesia to continue to support the rights of the Palestinian people. In the context of international diplomacy, Indonesia has utilized its membership in various organizations, such as the UN, OIC, and NAM, to fight for the Palestinian issue. The quick response to unilateral policies regarding the status of Jerusalem and active involvement in international forums shows Indonesia's seriousness in supporting Palestinian independence. With good relations with major powers in the Middle East and involvement in regional and international organizations, Indonesia has great potential as a mediator in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Causal Nexus Between COVID-19 Risk and Global Oil Price Shocks: Evidence From a Time and Frequency Causality Approach
Authors: Sahoo Pradipta Kumar , Pahi Debasis , Guru Biplab Kumar , Mohanty Nirupama
Published: January 2024

This paper examines the causal relationship between global oil price returns and aggregate COVID-19 index and COVID-19 uncertainty index by using daily data from 31st December 2020 to 28th April 2021. The results from the causality test show unidirectional causality from aggregate COVID-19 index to oil price returns and from uncertainty index to oil price returns. Furthermore, the frequency domain causality reveals the same results for both short and long periods. From a policy perspective, investors and industry people should pay attention to the uncertainty caused by COVID-19.
Russia-Ukraine War and Food Prices in Low-and Middle-income Countries
Authors: Gbaka Solomon , Ijirshar Victor U.
Published: January 2024

This study examines the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on food prices in 12 low-and middle-income countries (L&MICs) using Mean Group and Pooled Mean Group techniques on monthly data from January 2021 to April 2023. The study confirms the long run positive and significant impact and the short run negative and insignificant influence of the war. It thus recommends economic diversification by L&MICs to substitute the imported food products from the war zone.
Cómo una segunda naturaleza deviene primera. La filosofía como práctica transformadora (Platón, Nietzsche, Malabou).
Authors: García-Granero Marina
Published: January 2024

El artículo comienza explorando la peculiar función política y legislativa que Nietzsche otorga a los filósofos y a la filosofía, de. A continuación, se explora la nítida inspiración platónica de estas ideas y se localizan ejemplos directos en los textos de Platón, de tal manera que se desvela el origen griego de muchos términos intempestivos de la filosofía nietzscheana. La filosofía y la cultura se presentan como sistemas de aculturación, sobre la base de paralelismos entre la cría de animales y la aculturación humana. Construyendo sobre la base de las conexiones Nietzsche-Platón, se incide en las tensiones entre ‘primeras’ y ‘segundas naturaleza’. Los aportes finales de Catherine Malabou se muestran cruciales para captar los circuitos de retroalimentación entre organismo y entorno, que se descubren como vínculos genealógicos entre lo biológico y lo simbólico. Platón, Nietzsche y Malabou comparten el deseo de redefinir y reorientar procesos formativos que ya en marcha en la sociedad. En último término, se trata de desvelar y tomar poder sobre la función ‘selectiva’ de la filosofía en su proceso de culturización.
Book Review: Feuer, M. J. (2023). Can Schools Save Democracy? Civic Education and the Common Good. United States: Johns Hopkins University Press.
Authors: Manolescu Dan
Published: January 2024

A welcome reminder that schools can help save democracy comes these days from Michael J. Feuer, Dean of the Graduate School of Education and Human Development at George Washington University in his book entitled Can Schools Save Democracy? Published by Johns Hopkins University Press, the project has the subtitle of Civic Education and the Common Good, which clarifies its purpose as an argument for the undeniable power of civic education.
ENDOPHYTIC COLONIZATION OF TWO ENTOMOPATHOGENIC FUNGI ON TOMATO PLANT AND THEIR MORTALITY EFFECTS AGAINST THE SOUTH AMERICAN TOMATO PINWORM, Tuta absoluta (MEYRICK) (LEPIDOPTERA: GELECHIIDAE)
Authors: Taşçı Zeynep Diker , Muştu Murat
Published: January 2024

In this study, the endophytic colonization on tomato plant of the entomopathogenic fungi Beauveria bassiana (Balsamo) Vuillemin (Sordariomycetes: Hypocreales) and Isaria farinosa (Holmsk.) Fries (Sordariomycetes: Hypocreales) using different inoculation techniques and their mortality effects on South American tomato pinworm, Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) larvae were determined. Experiments were conducted in a climate-cabinet under conditions at 25 ± 1 ˚C, 16L:8D and 60 ± 2% RH. While it was observed that the colonization rate of the plants treated with B. bassiana or I. farinosa increased as the weeks progressed, the highest fungal colonization for both isolates was obtained in the leaf spraying method as %100 and %96 respectively. It was determined that there was no statistical difference between the colonization rates of both fungal isolates inoculated to tomato plants with the same inoculation method on the leaves examined in the same weeks. When the mortality effects of different inoculation methods on T. absoluta larvae were examined, there was no statistical difference between the fungal isolates, while the highest larval mortality rate was obtained in the seed treatment of B. bassiana with 64%. At the end of the study, promising findings were obtained that both entomopathogenic fungi can be used in integrated pest management of T. absoluta.
Pengembangan Media Pop Up Book Digital untuk Menstimulasi Karakter Kebhinekaan Global Berbasis Profil Pelajar Pancasila pada Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun di TK Negeri Duren Sawit 02 Jakarta Timur
Authors: Khairunisa Khairunisa , Nurani Yuliani , Jahja Yudrik
Published: January 2024

Penelitian pengembangan ini adalah penelitian yang bertujuan untuk mengembangkan produk media digital berupa Pop Up Book dalam Microsoft Powerpoint untuk menstimulasi Karakter Kebhinekaan Global yaitu Cinta Tanah Air dan toleransi pada anak usia 5-6 tahun. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian menggunakan metode ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Responden dalam penelitian ini adalah 7 orang anak usia 5-6 tahun, 3 orang pendidik Lembaga PAUD, ahli materi, dan ahli media. Berdasakan hasil penelitian yang diberikan oleh ahli materi diperoleh presentase sebesar 75%, dari ahli media sebesar 93,1%, dari pendidik sebesar 92,4%, dan hasil uji efektivitas yang dilakukan pada anak usia 5-6 tahun dengan persentase 91,25%. Hasil produk penelitian yang dihasilkan dapat dikatakan sudah sesuai dan berhasil untuk pengenalan budaya di Indonesia dalam menstimulasi karakter kebhinekaan global cinta tanah air dan toleransi pada anak usia 5-6 tahun.
Compositional Meanings of the New Normal Protocol Signs: A Case Study at Sanur Port, Bali
Authors: Widiastuti Ni Made Ayu , Artawa Ketut , Mulyawan I Wayan
Published: January 2024

This study aims at identifying the types of new normal protocol signs placed at Sanur Port, Denpasar City, Bali Province, and analyzing the compositional meanings of the signs based on the linguistic landscape approach. The outdoor public signs at Sanur Port, Denpasar City, Bali-Indonesia were the source of data in this study. All types of outdoor signs were taken in a specific given territory marked by two gates of entrances to access Sanur Port, the Northern gate on Matahari Terbit Street and the Southern gate on Hangtuah Street. The public signs were collected by the documentation method. The photos were taken in November 2021 by the researchers. The data in this study were analyzed qualitatively based on the multimodal approach, specifically the compositional meanings since the new normal protocol signs were possibly viewed from the social semiotic visual displays. The information value, framing, and salience are the parts of the analysis. The results show that there were nineteen outdoor signs related to health protocols in the new normal situation placed at the Sanur Port area categorized into two types, they are the government and private signs with the dominant language used was Indonesian. The government public signs were dominantly placed around the area of the Southern Gate. It was related to the social condition in which a long time ago that Gate was the main entrance to enter Sanur Beach, and the ticketing desks were placed nearby the Southern Gate, despite the fact that the parking lots are larger in the Northern Gate area. Two private signs were permitted to be placed at the Sanur Port, even though there were only four locations as the placement of the wash basin with the verbal messages. It is considered that they had the permission from the authority of Sanur Port and Sanur Village as they gave contribution to the village.
Differences in Numeration Literacy Abilities and Interest in Using PBL and Cognitive Growth Learning Models in Primary School Students
Authors: Adilla Farhatun Trisna
Published: January 2024

It would discuss differences in the numeracy literacy abilities of students who are taught using PBL and students who are taught using the cognitive growth learning model and Differences in students’ learning interest in PBL model with students taught using the cognitive growth learning model. The research method is used a quasi-experiment which aim to see the differences. The result show that there is actually no difference in the knowledge formation process carried out in PBL and Cognitive Growth learning, students are required to be more active in the learning process and the learning model is the main effect that influence the increase in students’ literacy skills and learning interest.
Development of Interactive Media with Using PBL to Improve Student Learning Outcomes in Grade 4th Social Science Subject
Authors: Tanjung Nella Abna , Azhari Ichwan , Milfayetty Sri
Published: January 2024

This research would show (1) the development of interactive learning media based on problem-based learning in social studies subjects for class IV SD 112300 Kongsi sixth which has been developed suitable for use for learning, to develop interactive media based on problem-based learning in social sciences lessons in class IV SD Negeri 112300 Kongsi Enam which was developed effectively to improve the learning result. The model in this development refers to the 4-D (four-D) research and development model which consists of 4 stages namely Defining, Designing, Developing, and Disseminating. The subjects were material expert validators, media experts, language experts and twenty-five students. The data collection techniques used in the research were (1) Validation Sheet, (2) Student Learning Results Test. It used Problem Based Learning as a whole is stated to be adequate. This is proven by the validation results by material experts of 4.35 categorized as valid, media experts with 4.15 categorized as valid and language experts with 4.2 categorized as valid. The average effectiveness of interactive learning media with using PBL is 77.04% and the average effectiveness of learning using print media is 70.64%. The value of the effectiveness of interactive learning media based on problem-based learning is very suitable for use in learning and is effective in improving student learning outcomes.
Can the Bhutan Yak Federation Revitalize Waning Yak Herders’ Enthusiasm and Rejuvenate the Declining Yak Farming in Bhutan
Authors:   Center for Bhutan Studies, Thori Lam 11001, Lower Changangkha, Thimphu., Wangmo Chimi , Norbu Nima ,   District Livestock Services, Khatoed Gewog 14001, District Administration Gasa, Bhutan
Published: January 2024

Yaks, native to Bhutan and other Himalayan regions, play a crucial role in the livelihoods of highlanders, serving as a sources of milk products, meat, transportation, fiber, and even dung used as fuelwood for cooking. Concerned about the perceived decline in the country’s yak population, the Bhutan Yak Federation (BYF) was established in 2019 to support highlanders. Presently, the BYF consists of 268 males and 203 females, representing 1067 yak rearing households. Its primary objectives include advocating for policy and investment support and promoting yak farming as a vibrant and sustainable enterprise. To gain a deeper understating of BYF’s roles and functions, this study focused on the Lingshi and Sephu yak cooperatives under the Thimphu and Wangduephodrang districts, conducting phone interviews with 40 cooperative members. The study revealed that highlanders primarily generate income through the sale of cordyceps, followed by yak products, portering services, and medicinal plants collection.
The Effect of the two Handed Reverse HIT Training Model on Reverse HIT Speed and Accuracy in Hockey
Authors:   Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia, Kumaat Noortje Anita ,   Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia, Arief Nur Ahmad ,   Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia, Wicahyani Sri ,   Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia, Dafun Jr. Procopio B. ,   Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines
Published: January 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the training model for the two-one-hand reverse hit technique and the speed and accuracy of reverse hits in the game of hockey. Experimental research method with pre-test and post-test testing on one sample group. The samples in the research were athletes who were members of the Hockey Student Activity Unit and students who took hockey courses at Surabaya State University. Data collection techniques include testing punch speed and punch accuracy. The data analysis technique uses t-test statistical testing of test results before and after being given the training model. The research results show that the Sig. (2-tailed) speed is 0.001 < 0.05, so it is stated that there is a significant difference in the speed of the two-handed backhand in the pre-test and post-test. The sig value. (2-tailed) speed is 0.000 < 0.05, so it is stated that there is a significant difference in the two-handed reverse punch in the pre-test and post-test.
The Effect of Digital Literacy and Facilitating Conditions on Increasing Employee Productivity
Authors:   Development Road Number 15 Padang Harapan City of Bengkulu Indonesia Postal Code 38225, Afrizal Hendy , Alfansi Lizar ,   Development Road Number 15 Padang Harapan City of Bengkulu Indonesia Postal Code 38225, Salim Muhartini ,   Development Road Number 15 Padang Harapan City of Bengkulu Indonesia Postal Code 38225, Fachruzzaman Fachruzzaman ,   Development Road Number 15 Padang Harapan City of Bengkulu Indonesia Postal Code 38225
Published: January 2024

Increasing employee productivity is certainly not easy and cannot be separated from adaptive efforts to developments and changes that occur. Facing various social and environmental phenomena that occur, of course the role of human resource management must be to be able to determine the right strategy to remain focused on achieving optimal employee productivity. In the current era of digitalization, the need to accelerate the achievement of employee productivity with advances in information technology is absolutely necessary. Changes in employee mindset and culture set regarding the use of various information technology facilities used by the organization must be realized so that the character of employees who are technologically literate and have digital competence can also be formed. The simplification of government bureaucracy, which is also a milestone in efforts to support increasing the competence and expertise of the State Civil Apparatus (ASN), must also be marked by the government's readiness to pay more specific attention to the digital literacy skills of each of its employees. own. Especially in the era of digital transformation and post-pandemic Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19), ASN are increasingly required to increase their digital literacy in order to increase work productivity which is the unit of measure for organizational success and performance. On the other hand, the strategic step that the government needs to take to increase employee productivity is to strengthen facilitating conditions which are believed to have a very significant influence on employee productivity. Based on the results of this research, it was found that digital literacy and facilitating conditions have a significant effect on employee productivity.
Identitas Budaya Pada Tokoh Pahlawan Dalam Komik «БЕСОБОЙ» [BESOBOY] Yang Diterbitkan Bubble Comics
Authors: Jumiati Annisa , Aviandy Mochamad , Pertiwi Isma Silva Tenrisara
Published: January 2024

The comic’s development in Russia is inseparable from globalization which has the ability to carry the movement of global culture. This is the cause of the interfusion between local culture and foreign culture. Bubble Comics is one of the Russian publications that releases Russian versions of superhero-themed comics by adapting comic culture from America and Europe. In this article, the formulation of the problem that will be discussed is how the cultural identity of the hero is represented in the Бесобой [Besoboy/Demon Boy] comics. The aim of this article is to explore the cultural identity featured in Бесобой comics. This article examines cultural identity in the Бесобой [Besoboy] comics series 1—50 by using Stuart Hall’s concept of cultural identity. The results of this research indicate that Russian comics, especially Bubble Comics, still carry Russian cultural values in their stories even though they adopt American and European comic culture. The cultural identity of the comic character Бесобой as a Russian hero is depicted in the form of similar cultural values shared by the characters of Russian society, especially Moscow.

Perkembangan komik di Rusia tidak terlepas dari globalisasi yang memiliki kemampuan dalam mengusung perpindahan arus budaya global. Hal tersebut menjadi penyebab adanya percampuran antara budaya lokal dan budaya luar. Bubble Comics adalah salah satu penerbitan Rusia yang banyak mengeluarkan komik bertemakan pahlawan super versi Rusia dengan mengadaptasi budaya komik dari Amerika dan Eropa. Dalam artikel ini, rumusan masalah yang akan dibahas adalah bagaimana identitas budaya tokoh pahlawan direpresentasikan dalam komik Бесобой [Besoboy/Demon Boy]. Tujuan artikel ini adalah untuk mengeksplorasi identitas budaya yang ditampilkan dalam komik Бесобой [Besoboy]. Artikel ini mengkaji identitas budaya dalam komik Бесобой seri 1—50 dengan menggunakan konsep cultural identity milik Stuart Hall. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa komik Rusia, terutama Bubble Comics, tetap mengangkat nilai budaya Rusia di dalam ceritanya meskipun mengadopsi budaya komik Amerika dan Eropa. Identitas budaya dari karakter komik Бесобой sebagai pahlawan Rusia digambarkan dalam bentuk kesamaan nilai budaya yang dimiliki oleh karakter masyarakat Rusia, terutama Moskow.
Notes: High Heels in the Workplace — A Health Hazard or a Symbol of Femininity? Observations on Appearance Regulation in Mofokeng v CCMA & Others 2022 ZALCJHB 169; (2022) 43 ILJ 2531 (LC)
Authors: Adam Aisha , Collier Debbie
Published: January 2024

The case note considers the extent to which employers may regulate the appearance of employees and observes, as affirmed in the case, that appearance regulation is a matter of mutual interest; an employee’s freedom of expression exercised within the limits of the law may protect the employee from allegations of insubordination; context is of importance in determining the reasonableness of such regulation; and an inherent requirement of the job is a defence for the employer, but should be interpreted in a narrow manner. The article concludes by emphasising the potential for appearance regulation to constitute an abuse of power: hence such regulation must be legitimate and reasonable.
One (innovation) flew over the law’s head: The intersection of artificial intelligence and copyright
Authors: Khan Razeen , Gotora Ngonidzaishe
Published: January 2024

This article analyses South African copyright laws, with reference to artificial intelligence (AI). It deals specifically with the authorship of copyrightable works as contained in the Copyright Act 98 of 1978. The Act provides that authorship vests differently, depending on the type of work in question ie a work recognised by s 2 of the Act. The article seeks to provide insight into the existing jurisprudence surrounding AI and copyright in the South African context. Moreover, it relies on prevailing local jurisprudence to show that South Africa may lack an adequate legal structure to tackle the future implications of conferring authorship on non-human entities. The article also briefly explores resolutions in other regions such as China and draws on Ginsburg’s legal tests for authorship. The article’s focus is primarily on South African law in its current state, with reference to other legal jurisdictions and the future.
Artificial iintelligence facial recognition surveillance and the breach of privacy rights: The ‘Clearview AI’ and ‘Rite Aid’ case studies
Authors: Nwafor Ifeoma E
Published: January 2024

The increasing sophistication of artificial intelligence (AI) facial recognition models and the accessibility of photos online by companies and governments have amounted to the excessive misuse of facial surveillance systems. The government, the police and organisations have a long history of using AI facial recognition technologies to gather data on citizens without respecting their data and privacy rights. The government relies on national security and public safety to justify such gathering of data. Marginalised groups and people of colour are disproportionately affected by such surveillance. Data protection and privacy rights activists have called on governments to regulate facial recognition systems. It is also essential to establish AI oversight agencies with the responsibility to monitor the use of AI models and to ban such use when it breaches citizens’ data and privacy rights, and any other human rights. The European Union’s AI Act is the first comprehensive regulation on AI. It provides a risk management framework with different rules for different risk levels: unacceptable risks, high risks; and limited or low-risk applications. In June 2023, the European Parliament voted in favour of a total ban on live facial recognition in public spaces. Although the new Act did not stipulate a full ban on live facial recognition surveillance, it provides that all high-risk AI systems will be assessed before being put on the market and throughout their lifecycle. African governments have caught the AI bug but only a few African countries have an existing AI strategy; these include Mauritius, Egypt and Rwanda. It has been argued that international AI technologies and ethical deliberations are modelled without Africa in mind. Against this backdrop, it is more likely that Africans as people of colour will be subjected to AI ethical bias, privacy and data protection concerns, risks and harms. It is essential that African countries develop AI policies. Additionally, Africa should also take a strategic place in the ongoing debate on global AI regulation.
Enhancing Mental Health in Aging Populations
Authors: Nzyinga Aemani
Published: January 2024

This take a look at delves into the realm of intellectual fitness in getting older populations, using a quantitative method to resolve the complex relationships among various factors influencing properly-being. The descriptive records, derived from a sample of 300 contributors, light up key elements of the growing older demographic below investigation. Findings indicate a median age of 70.2 years, reflecting a predominantly elderly pattern, with a moderate socio-economic standing (suggest = 3.4). Depressive signs, measured by using the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), display a mean score of four.Eight, suggesting a occurrence of depressive symptoms, at the same time as the Short Form Health Survey (SF-12) demonstrates a mean score of 56.7, indicating a reasonably fine health-related first-rate of lifestyles. Social assist, with a median rating of 23.6, aligns with a reasonably supportive social surroundings. Bivariate evaluation showcases nuanced associations between demographic and socio-economic elements and mental fitness outcomes. Age famous vulnerable positive correlations with both depressive signs and symptoms (GDS) and perceived high-quality of existence (SF-12). Socio-monetary repute displays a weak bad correlation with depressive symptoms and a moderate wonderful correlation with fine of existence. Notably, social aid shows a sturdy superb correlation with SF-12 scores and a mild terrible correlation with GDS rankings, emphasizing the protective function of social connections against depressive symptoms. Implications for intervention underscore the importance of personalised tactics that do not forget socio-economic disparities and leverage social help networks. Technology-assisted interventions and network-primarily based packages emerge as capacity avenues for boosting mental nicely-being in aging populations. However, barriers, inclusive of the cross-sectional design and self-report measures, warrant caution in interpretation.
Positive Personality Traits and Self-Efficacy as Correlates to Career Self-Management among Public Secondary School Teachers
Authors: Sabanal Joberth A.
Published: January 2024

This quantitative, non-experimental descriptive-correlational research aimed to ascertain the substantial impact of favorable personality qualities and teacher self-efficacy on career self-management on both an individual and collective level. Questionnaires made by the researcher on the three variables have been authenticated by the experts and then pilot tested for reliability test. These were administered to teachers in public schools within Davao City Division, using a stratified random sample of 228 teachers. Statistical Tools used are weighted mean, Pearson-r, and regression analysis in testing the hypotheses. The findings show: only outward and people orientation are at high levels, and the three indicators of positive personality traits, wit: positive self-image, commitment, and cultural identification, were at very high levels. The very high level of self-efficacy is due to both very high levels of academic and social stress and separation and discipline stress. Also, the high level of career self-management is due to the very high level of creating opportunities and seeking advice and the high level of enhancing one’s visibility. Positive personality traits have a significant positive moderate correlation to career self-management, while teacher self-efficacy is significantly related to career self-management. Only 0.455 of career self-management will attribute to positive personality traits. Among the domains of positive personality traits, only the commitment indicator does not significantly influence career self-management. The indicators such as positive self-image, outward and people orientation, and cultural identification significantly influence career self-management. Positive personality traits significantly influence the career self-management of public secondary school teachers.
THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PATTERN HAS CHANGED IN LIGHT OF THE CORONA (COVID 19) PANDEMIC IN ALGERIA
Authors: MOUSSAOUI Samia
Published: January 2024

This study aims to know the change in the human resource management pattern in light of the Corona (Covid 19) pandemic in Algeria, where we will discuss the most important changes that human resource management has known in the era of digitization, especially what has been produced by the repercussions of globalization, especially since Algeria, like other countries in the world, has experienced a health crisis The spread of the Corona virus (Covid 19) affected various fields, so it was necessary for it to deal according to digitization mechanisms, which forced the Human Resources Department to adapt to these circumstances
THE ROLE OF THE DIGITAL ECONOMY IN DEVELOPMENT - THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AS A MODEL
Authors: Hassan Muhammad Bani ISSA Raed
Published: January 2024

Modern technologies have contributed to all the facilities and requirements of life, including the digital economy. Where he had a role in promoting the growth of Islamic finance, and making a quantum leap in its activities, using artificial intelligence in its various forms that were employed in this aspect. The study aimed to explain the concept of the digital economy and digital platforms, their advantages and the problems they face, as well as explaining the concept of artificial intelligence, its importance and areas of application. The research dealt with artificial intelligence and the role of modern technologies in the digital economy, by establishing electronic databases to serve Islamic finance to achieve development, as well as by developing educational and training programs in Islamic finance in order to develop scientific research in the digital economy and modern technologies that contribute to it, as well as the transformation that These technologies have resulted in the formulation of new concepts of creativity and development that accommodate the contents of modernity in people's lives in various fields, in addition to the change that they will bring about in dealing with money and other services in Islamic financial institutions. Then the research highlighted the role played by the digital economy in development using artificial intelligence, and the necessity of using these technologies and dealing with them on a large scale in the Islamic finance sector, and benefiting from them in offering educational and training programs in Islamic finance to reach the largest number of learners and trainees to supplement this sector. with qualified personnel.
WOMEN AND POLITICAL DECISION-MAKING IN IRAQ AND THE UAE (A COMPARATIVE STUDY)
Authors: HUSSEIN Saba
Published: January 2024

Background: The study aimed to identify the reality of women in both Iraq and the United Arab Emirates, with mentioning the most prominent obstacles to the performance of women's roles in an attempt to work on empowering their abilities, especially in the field of decision-making, towards social integration .Methodology: The research plan relied on dividing the topic into two sections, the first concerned with presenting the political life of Iraqi women.The second topic reviewed the factors that motivated Emirati women to participate in political life through the jobs they held.The research followed the descriptive analytical approach in presenting the historical events, as these events were described according to their historical chronological sequence, and then an analysis was given according to the data that accompanied the event. Results: Political stability, government support, community awareness, education, political awareness, economic empowerment, and training are important factors in supporting the political participation of Arab women. Conclusion: Empowering women politically and enhancing their participation in political action is one of the manifestations of democratic societies, which in turn reflects the extent to which governments seek to enhance women's participation
DEFINITIONS OF JURISPRUDENTIAL TERMS IN SURAT AL-NISA (MARRIAGE VERSES)
Authors: Majeed JABBAR Sundus
Published: January 2024

The current study deals with a presentation of the jurisprudentialterms mentioned in Surat Al-Nisa (verses of marriage) and their definitions by giving a definition to the jurisprudential term and its importance and the definition of Surat Al-Nisa' both briefly in the first topic. The terms have been arranged according to their occurrence in the verses. Then, a linguistic definition has been briefly and adequately presented to the term , and supported by jurisprudent definitions through the books of the jurists of "Hanafi, Maliki, Shafa'e, and Hanbali schools of thought, or books of interpretation, each according to his doctrine, in a sober scientific style in the second topic. The current study has included (twelve) jurisprudential terms. Through the research, it has been found that some terms in which the linguistic definition agrees with the jurisprudential terminological definition and the jurists of schools agreed upon defining some terms , and the definitions may differ in the same school, and from one school to another
Conceptual Design and Selection of Natural Fibre Reinforced Composite Cyclist Helmet Liner Using an Integrated Approach
Authors: Maidin Nurul Ain , Salit Mohd Sapuan , Mohammad Taha Mastura , Mohamed Yusoff Mohd Zuhri
Published: January 2024

This paper describes the conceptual design phase in the product development of a natural fibre composites cyclist helmet liner, beginning with idea generation and ending with selecting the best design concept. The integrated Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ), Biomimetic methods, and the Grey Relational Analysis (GRA) method are demonstrated in this paper. This work aims to produce nature-inspired design concepts and determine the best design concept for the composite cyclist helmet liner. Following that, four design concepts were generated using the TRIZ-Biomimetic method, and the variance of concepts was developed using a morphological chart. The GRA method was chosen as the multiple criteria decision-making tool to compare their cost and weight criteria. The design concept C1 was selected as the best design concept for the natural fibre composites of cyclist helmet liner conceptual design when the highest grey relational grade (GRG) value and rank with a value of 1.0000 satisfied the GRA method conditions. This paper demonstrates how the integrated method of TRIZ-Biomimetics-Morphological Chart and GRA helps researchers and engineers develop designs inspired by nature and select the best design concept during the conceptual design stage using a systematic strategy and justified solutions.
Real Time Route Adjustment of a UAV Based on Dust Measurement with an Onboard Sensor
Authors: Martinez Roberto , Morales Alejandro
Published: January 2024

This research is driven by a pressing requirement to improve the effectiveness and safety of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations, specifically in atmospheric particle sensing. Airborne particulates present a substantial health hazard, leading to an increasing demand for inventive solutions capable of autonomously guiding UAVs along optimal routes, steering clear of regions with heightened dust concentrations. This research aims to address this challenge by developing a sophisticated approach that integrates atmospheric particle sensors with UAV flight control systems. The approach outlined in this study relies on atmospheric sensors mounted on a UAV to measure dust levels in a specified region. The UAV, following a predetermined route over the area, detects dust pollution. It dynamically adjusts its route based on the observed dust levels, avoiding areas with high concentrations of dust. This adaptive route determination aims to identify safe paths, avoiding regions with elevated dust levels that may pose risks to human health. The flight strategy and area-scanning methodology tailored for this objective are established, enabling the UAV to execute the assigned task. The ultimate goal is to create a system that not only minimizes energy consumption but also prioritizes human health by autonomously redirecting the UAV away from potentially harmful dust levels. The real-time monitoring and telemetry data feedback mechanisms further contribute to the advancement of UAV technology for environmental sensing and risk mitigation. Additionally, the integration of the laser-based dust sensor, i.e., Gp2y10, with the ArduPilot autopilot flight computer ensures seamless coordination, with the UAV adjusting its flight path based on the sensor's output.
 
Received: 7 September 2023 | Revised: 24 November 2023 | Accepted: 8 January 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analyzed in this study.
How GNNs Can Be Used in the Vehicle Industry
Authors: Granado Felipe Macías , Alkhaled Lama
Published: January 2024

Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) have garnered substantial interest across different fields, including the automotive sector, owing to their adeptness in comprehending and managing data characterized by intricate connections and arrangements. Within the automotive realm, GNNs can be harnessed in diverse capacities to elevate effectiveness, safety, and overall operational excellence. This study is centered on the assessment of various Graph Neural Network (GNN) models and their potential performance within the automotive sector, utilizing widely recognized datasets. The objective of the study was to raise awareness among researchers and developers working on vehicle intelligence systems (VIS) about the potential benefits of utilizing Graph Neural Networks (GNNs). This could offer solutions to various challenges in this field, including comprehending complex scenes, managing diverse data from multiple sources, adapting to dynamic situations, and more. The research explores three distinct GNN models named ViG, Point-GNN, and Few-shot GNN. These models were evaluated using datasets such as KITTI, Mini Imagenet, and ILSVRC.
 
Received: 18 August 2023 | Revised: 23 November 2023 | Accepted: 5 January 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analyzed in this study.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Felipe Macías Granado: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Visualization. Lama Alkhaled: Writing - review & editing, Visualization.
Tourism Impact on the Cultural Heritage of Countries in the Middle East
Authors: Ahmed Nadia
Published: January 2024

Purpose: The main objective of this study was to explore the tourism impact on cultural heritage of countries in the Middle East.

Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.

Findings: The findings revealed that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the tourism impact on cultural heritage of countries in the Middle East. Preliminary empirical review revealed that tourism has both positive and negative effects on the region's cultural heritage. While it significantly contributes to the economy and fosters cultural exchange, it also poses challenges such as overcrowding and cultural commodification. The study emphasizes the importance of sustainable tourism practices and responsible heritage management. Cultural ecology, cultural conservation, and dependency theories provided valuable frameworks for understanding this complex relationship. The findings benefit policymakers, site managers, local communities, and the tourism industry by guiding the development of strategies that protect cultural heritage while harnessing tourism's economic potential, contributing to a more balanced approach to tourism development in the Middle East.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Cultural Ecology Theory, Cultural Conservation Theory and the Dependency Theory may be used to anchor future studies on cultural heritage. The study suggested a set of comprehensive recommendations. These recommendations emphasize the importance of heritage conservation and responsible tourism practices. They include the development of robust heritage management plans, enhanced visitor education, and community engagement. Encouraging tourism diversification, sustainable infrastructure development, and capacity building are also essential. Furthermore, the study highlights the significance of ongoing research, marketing strategies that promote cultural richness, and intergovernmental coordination. By implementing these measures, Middle Eastern countries can achieve a harmonious balance between cultural heritage preservation and the economic benefits of tourism, ensuring the long-term sustainability of both.
Geospatial Assessment of Environmental Impact of Urban Growth in Akure South, Ondo State, Nigeria.
Authors: Ayodele Ijaware Victor , Olubaju Ayomide Emmanuel
Published: January 2024

Purpose: This comprehensive study examines the environmental impact of urbanization in Akure South, Ondo State, Nigeria, using a fusion of geospatial and microbiological analyses. Employing Landsat imagery from 2000, 2011, and 2022, processed through ArcGIS 10.8 and TERRSET software, the study maps and quantifies urban expansion and land use changes.Methodology: The research concurrently leverages, microbiological techniques to assess air pollution, as well as water and soil contamination levels. Findings: The result highlighted an increase in built up area from 9.31% in 2000 to 17.45% in 2011 and 29.54% in 2022, which is evident particularly in Akure township area, correlating with a notable decline in environmental quality. Pollution hotspots, identified through rigorous spatial analysis, point to areas severely impacted by urban growth and high level of air pollution, as well as water and soil contamination. In addition, Land Use/Land Cover (LULC) prediction shows that built up area will likely cover about 30.09% by 2042. These findings underscore the urgent need for strategic urban planning and robust pollution control measures. Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice: The study advocates for a balanced approach to urban development, integrating environmental sustainability to mitigate the adverse effects of rapid urban growth. This research contributes to the broader discourse on urbanization's environmental impact, offering valuable insights for policymakers and urban planners in similarly developing regions of the world.