bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Modelling Outcome of Drug Resistant Tuberculosis and Drug Susceptible Tuberculosis Patients in Oyo State
Authors: O. Omosebi , S.O. Olanrewaju , O.A. Adejumo
Published: February 2023

TB is perhaps the most important contagious disease in the world and the leading cause of mortality by an infectious disease. As a result, WHO declared that achieving the reduction in TB incidence rate for achievement of the 90-90-90 target of the END-TB strategy will be an illusion, if something severe is not done. Therefore, it is imperative to assess the visibility of achieving the END-TB goal in the country (Nigeria) by assessing the success of TB treatments so far in the country. Hence, this paper aims to model the outcome of drug-resistant-tuberculosis and drug-susceptible-tuberculosis patients in Oyo state of Nigeria using the logit function of estimating binary logistic regression model vis-à-vis identifying the success of these TB treatments. At baseline, based on WHO categorization, the study revealed the commonest cases of patients receiving DS-TB seen are ‘New’ (90.5%) followed by relapse after failure (4.2%). Contrarily, the commonest cases of patients receiving DR-TB seen are treatment after failure (44.3%), new (27.5%) and relapse after failure cases (20.6%). Four months after starting treatment, 91.5% and 3.2% were reportedly alive and dead respectively for patients receiving DS-TB treatment while 85.3% and 11.5% were reportedly alive and dead respectively for receiving DR-TB treatment. Hence, the percentage success of DS-TB recorded was higher than the recorded for DR-TB patients. Furthermore, the chi-square results for DS-TB patients indicated that mortality significantly associated with DS-TB categorised patients (i.e. Relapse) and HIV status (i.e. Negative). Also, for the DR-TB patients, the results depicted that mortality significantly associated with DR-TB categorised patients (i.e. TAF, Treatment after Loss to Follow Up and New), both HIV status and Sputum Smear status (i.e. Positive). Nevertheless, among other findings, the binary logistic regression model estimations revealed that categorised New patients and Sputum Smear status unfavourably and significantly predicted the treatment outcome (mortality) of DS-TB and DR-TB patients. As well, categorised Relapse patients unfavourably and significantly predicted the treatment outcome (mortality) of DR-TB patients. Thus, the DS-TB method of treatment is recommended in order to achieve the target goal of the END-TB strategy in Oyo state Nigeria.
Síndrome de Tolosa Hunt sem manifestações radiológicas neurológicas após corticoterapia: relato de caso
Authors: Goebel Gabriella da Cruz , Sanches Ícaro Tavares , Cericatto Caroline Felber , Rodrigues Vitor Saldanha Carneiro , Manzoli Isabela Reis , Soares Diego , Domingues Douglas
Published: February 2023

A Síndrome de Tolosa-Hunt (THS) é caracterizada pelo surgimento de uma oftalmoplegia dolorosa periorbital ou retroorbital com quadros de diplopia e oftalmoparesia relacionados ao comprometimento do nervo oculomotor ipsilateral. Ademais, observa-se que o exame clínico detalhado e as análises de neuroimagens por meio da ressonância magnética (RNM) são considerados pontos fundamentais para o diagnóstico dessa doença rara. Devido à relevância dessa temática o presente estudo descreve um relato de caso de um homem de 55 anos diagnosticado com THS sem manifestações radiológicas. Para tanto, utilizou-se como mecanismo de investigação do caso exames clínicos de motricidade ocular e uma RNM com a finalidade de complementar os achados importantes na história pregressa do paciente. Diante dos estudos, no exame físico evidenciou-se uma alteração na motricidade ocular extrínseca de olho direito, com paralisia do músculo reto medial e oblíquo superior, porém na RNM não se constatou nenhuma alteração significativa. Em síntese, esse estudo aponta que dentre os diversos dados publicados para o tratamento da THS, optou-se por uma abordagem utilizando corticoterapia, resultando assim em uma remissão completa dos sintomas clínicos.
The Repositioning of the Conflict Resolution in South Asia: A Key for Progressive Pakistan
Authors: Sargana Mujahid Hussain , Bukhari Sajjad , Hussain Tauqeer
Published: February 2023

The growing international concerns and changing dimensions in terms of global strategic interests are introducing the region of South Asia an epicenter of the great games, where the political situation of bordering states like Afghanistan are making the available options less opportunistic for Pakistan to decide where to go and whom to support. Unwillingly or unfortunately after the incident of 9/11, the world politics looked towards Pakistan as a coin of long life without knowing the reservations of its democratic society against the war on terror. Under the leadership of a Democratic President, the United States of America pushed a dictator in Pakistan to legitimize an ambiguous war. It was not very simple for Pakistan to jump into hell but the presence of president Musharraf made it easy for the US to achieve its objectives.  The story is not as smooth and easy-going as it looks because as a result, Pakistan had lost a lot of what we have never thought and invested to vanish. It was a step, which affected Pakistan’s well-articulated and well-managed policy in the region, particularly for India and Afghanistan. Pakistan’s acceptance and support in the US-led war on terror placed a full stop for our future options and opportunities, which eventually opened new avenues for India, a state on the waiting list. India had always believed in the inversely proportional relationship for its progress when it comes to Pakistan and as result, we are suffering a lot. Interestingly and amazingly this is not an end but a new start for progressive Pakistan. In this paper, I will try to throw some light on the future and possible opportunistic ways for Pakistan to regain its progressive pace to become an ‘Asian Tiger’ by avoiding traditional conflictual policy with India. For that, I will emphasize and explore the causes, character, prospectus, and nature of the conflict in South Asia. For a brief look at the pace of the issue, this paper will also focus on the emergence and the effects of the nuclear environment in South Asia and possible prospects for conflict resolution.
Analisis Framing Berita Pelecehan Seksual Pada Pria di Lingkungan Kerja KPI pada Media Daring (detik.com dan tribunnews.com)
Authors: Melisa Selviani Tri , , Sunarto , Sunarto
Published: February 2023

Pelecehan seksual bisa terjadi pada siapa saja. Pemberitaan kasus semacam ini bisa dijumpai pada berbagai platform media dengan berbagai kemungkinan pembingkaian yang tidak membela posisi korban dan indikasi semacam ini banyak dijumpai pada pemberitaan media daring. Bagaimana pembingkaian berita daring terkait kasus seorang karyawan KPI (Komisi Penyiaran Indonesia) yang menjadi korban pelecehan seksual rekan sekantornya menjadi fokus utama penelitian ini. Upaya menjawab pertanyaan penelitian dilakukan dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dalam paradigma kritis melalui desain framing dari Robert M Entman. Objek kajian adalah pemberitaan detik.com dan tribunnews.com terkait kasus pelecehan seksual tersebut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan, framing pemberitaan detik.com dan tribunnews.com menggunakan sudut pandang berbeda dalam memaparkan kasus pelecehan tersebut. Kedua media daring ini tidak hanya mempresentasikan dari perspektif korban tetapi juga dari perspektif instansi yang dituju.
Analysis Sentiment of Nestle Bear Brand during the Covid-19 Pandemic on Social Media Twitter
Authors: Kamil Fauzan , Hananto Arga
Published: February 2023

Position and brand image are important and crucial in marketing strategy. Brand position and image form strong associations with targeted consumers used to differentiate a brand from its competitors. Companies must understand good marketing strategies to improve their brand position in society based on consumer perspective. During the Covid-19 pandemic, especially in 2021, there was a unique phenomenon, whereby the demand for Bear Brand Milk was greater than the market leader, namely Ultra milk, while Ultra milk was even cheaper than the Bear Brand milk. This phenomenon is discussed on social media, especially Twitter regarding opinions from consumers in purchasing the products. This study aims to determine whether online text reviews can provide an overview of the position and brand image of Bear Brand Milk using LIWC (Linguistic Inquiry and Word Count) sentiment analysis and PCA (Principal Component Analysis). Based on our analysis, we can conclude that LIWC can provide an overview regarding the brand image and brand positioning of Bear Brand milk and Ultra milk. Brand image is obtained from variables that describe psychological variables when using or imagining the brands. Brand Position through PCA analysis describes the difference in gain between the dominant variables in the two brands.
The Pragmatic Functions of (Now) in Informal Arabic in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Almohawes Monera
Published: February 2023

The present study aims to investigate the pragmatic meaning and functions of halhen (now) as a discourse marker in informal Arabic. To do so, the researcher implemented Aijmer’s (2002) classification of the discourse functions of now. The results show that halhen has textual and affective functions. Regarding its textual functions, halhen could be a topic changer for telling new information or returning to an earlier point; a frame between discourse units; a turn-taking signal; an item separating sub-topics; a marker of a new step in an argument; a marker of a new action in a cumulative series of actions; or an indicator of background information in the form of elaboration, explanation, clarification, or support. The findings also indicate that halhen, in its affective functions, works as a marker of affective stance for evaluation, an expression introducing the speaker’s opinion in contrast to others, a shift in the perspective, or as a hearer-oriented intensifier.
The Marble Faunin a Secular Age
Authors: Clawson Anamaria Seglie
Published: February 2023

This essay examines Hawthorne’s The Marble Faun as an early expression of (post)secular imagining. Scholars have tended to frame Hawthorne’s engagement with religion as yet another example of the ambivalence that drives much of his writing. On the one hand, they identify the persistence of religious critique in his novels—his criticism of Puritanism in The Scarlet Letter or Transcendentalism in The Blithedale Romance, for example. On the other hand, they have noted his fascination with such traditions, offering readings that uncover the historical specificity of his Puritan sources and his temporary investment in Transcendentalism. Rich as they are, such readings tend to focus on his engagement with these specific religious traditions rather than note his novels’ oscillation between enchantment and disenchantment. This essay takes up this charge by examining The Marble Faun’s depiction of Catholicism, a depiction that critics have similarly read in terms of Hawthorne’s admiration or criticism of Catholicism. This essay suggests, instead, that both impulses represent Hawthorne’s lasting search for what secular studies philosopher Charles Taylor calls “a third way”; that is, a space between orthodoxy and unbelief. Rather than locate The Marble Faun as another instance of Hawthorne’s chronic ambiguity, then, this essay locates it as a prime example of the spiritual tensions marking our “secular age.”
“The Safe Secrecy of the Confessional” Catholic Sacramentals and Performativity in Hawthorne’s Writings
Authors: Oatis Amy
Published: February 2023

This essay explores how Hawthorne’s exploration of Catholic sacramentals, documented in The French and Italian Notebooks, built upon his long-held interests in the intersections of sin, secrets, and confession. Hawthorne drew on these notebooks to construct the confessional scene in The Marble Faun, which reflects his speculation on how the performance of confession could impact a person’s identity. Using “The Custom-House” sketch in The Scarlet Letter to connect his American writings on confession with his European writings on confession, this essay demonstrates that Hawthorne’s writings served as his own performative acts of confession, though his obstructed observations of Catholic confessionals in Europe prevented Hawthorne from fulfilling the spiritual yearnings that he somewhat secretly confessed in his French and Italian Notebooks.
Visible Saints and Sinners: Witness and Spiritual Uncertainty in “Young Goodman Brown”
Authors: Crawford Benjamin
Published: February 2023

Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “Young Goodman Brown” tells the story of a young Puritan who attends a satanic ceremony and ends up permanently afflicted with doubt. This essay analyzes Hawthorne’s use of the idea of witnessing throughout the tale, and the scriptural bases on which this spiritual discipline is built. Both aural and visual witnesses inspire spiritual uncertainty in “Young Goodman Brown”, an uncertainty that ends in his “dying hour of gloom.” Building on the insights of other scholars, including Edmund Morgan’s work on the visible church and Michael Colacurcio’s work on visible sanctity, this essay examines Hawthorne’s use of witnessing as a spiritual discipline and his complex use of scriptural ideas throughout the story.
Complications and Long-Term Outcomes After Prosthetic Capsule Replacement in 15 Dogs with Traumatic Hip Luxation
Authors: Redolfi Giovanna , Grand Jean-Guillaume
Published: February 2023

Complications and long-term clinical outcomes for 15 dogs surgically treated for traumatic craniodorsal hip luxation by prosthetic capsule replacement (PCR) with a prosthetic ligament were retrospectively reviewed. A PCR technique with capsulorrhaphy was performed in all dogs using acetabular screws with washers and a femoral tunnel as anchor points for the polyester prosthetic ligament. A non–weight-bearing sling was not placed. Minimum 1 yr follow-up period was required for study inclusion. Two major complications (13.3%) consisting of craniodorsal hip reluxation (n = 1) and capital physeal fracture (n = 1) were observed. Minor complications (superficial skin necrosis) occurred in one case (6.7 %). The patient with craniodorsal hip reluxation underwent femoral head and neck ostectomy and was excluded from long-term analysis. In the 11 cases that returned for long-term (median, 3.8 yr; range, 19–75 mo) evaluation at the authors’ institution, 10/11 of the dogs were clinically sound. Three dogs did not return for long-term evaluation. However, telephone interview with owners minimum1 yr after surgery indicated normal limb function and absence of complications in all three cases. These results suggest that PCR with polyester prosthetic ligament can be successful in maintaining hip reduction in dogs with craniodorsal hip luxation.
Urine Residual Volume in Normal Dogs Determined by Direct Measurement and Comparison to Two-Dimensional Ultrasonographic Measurement
Authors: Anderson Lisa M. , Cole Grayson , Hammond Laura J.
Published: February 2023

Normal urine residual volume (URV) in dogs has not previously been established by direct measurement. Twenty-two client-owned normal healthy dogs (8 female spayed, 12 male castrated, 2 male intact) without history of urinary abnormalities were included. Dogs were walked outside for 5 min to allow for natural voiding, immediately followed by urinary bladder ultrasound and urinary catheterization. The URV was recorded, and the ultrasound images were used to estimate URV for each dog. There was no significant difference between male and female URV; therefore, all data were pooled. With a 90% confidence interval, URV was 0–0.47 mL/kg with a mean URV of 0.21 mL/kg and a median value of 0.175 mL/kg. There was no significant difference between the measured URV and the ultrasound-determined URV. This case series supports previously established normal URV in the dog; however, a reference interval based on a larger population of dogs with further evaluation of body size/weight, sex, and neuter status is recommended to be established for use in clinical setting to differentiate normal urination from urinary retention in patients.
Açık Alan Rekreasyon Aktivitesi Olarak Dağcılık Faaliyeti ve Yaşam Doyumu İlişkisi
Authors: KOBA Yeşim , ALKAN Ceylan
Published: February 2023

Bu çalışmanın amacı dağcılık faaliyetlerine katılan bireylerin, açık alan rekreasyon aktivitesi olarak dağcılığı tercih etme nedenlerini, dağcılığın kişisel gelişimlerine katkısını, iş ve özel yaşamları üzerine etkisini belirleyerek; dağcılık faaliyetlerinin bireylerin yaşam doyumu ile bir ilişkisinin olup olmadığının tespit edilmesidir. Bu amaç doğrultusunda nitel araştırma yöntemi kullanılarak İzmir’de faaliyet gösteren bir dağcılık kulübüne üye, 27 katılımcı ile yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme gerçekleştirilmiştir. Görüşmeler neticesinde, bireylerin dağcılık etkinliklerine katılım amaçları arasında doğada zaman geçirmek, spor yapmak, sosyalleşmek, risk, macera, heyecan, mutluluk, mücadele, adrenalin ve benzenleri yer almaktadır. Dağcılık faaliyetlerine katılımın bireylerin hayatında önemli bir yere sahip olduğu, keşfetmeye, sosyalleşmeye, kendini dinlemeye ve ruhen yenilenmeye katkısının olduğu görülmüştür. Bu amaçlar dağcılık ile uğraşanlara huzur ve mutluluk sağlamakta ve bireylerin yaşam doyumlarına yönelik olumlu bir etki oluşturmaktadır. Sonuç olarak bireylerin dağcılık faaliyetlerine katılımları ile elde ettikleri yaşam doyumları arasında olumlu bir ilişkinin olduğu gözlenmiştir. Yaşam doyumu, mutluluğun veya öznel iyi oluşun “bilişsel” bir kavramsallaştırması olarak görülmektedir. Bununla birlikte kişinin ihtiyaçlarını, hedeflerini ve isteklerini yerine getirme yargılarını içermektedir.
Rezension von: Kaschte, Wolfgang, Natur- und Kulturlandschaft Löwensteiner Berge
Authors: Wolf Reinhard , Kaschte Wolfgang
Published: February 2023

Wolfgang Kaschte: Natur- und Kulturlandschaft Löwensteiner Berge mit westlichem Mainhardter Wald. Verlag Regionalkultur Ubstadt-Weiher 2022. 302 Seiten mit zahlreichen Abbildungen. Gebunden 29,80 €. ISBN 978-3-95505-308-6
Spontaneous dichorionic diamniotic twin pregnancy following a leuprolide acetate trigger and freeze all cycle for OHSS risk: A case report
Authors: White Justin , Gale Jenna , Jackson Aaron
Published: February 2023

Introduction: Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist triggers are increasingly used in antagonist in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles to prevent ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) following a robust ovarian response. The luteolytic effects of GnRH agonists inhibit implantation or spontaneous pregnancy, warranting freezing available blastocysts for future transfer after the risk of OHSS subsides. Case Report: A 33-year-old G1P1 with secondary infertility due to polycystic ovarian syndrome underwent IVF with a GnRH antagonist cycle. A leuprolide acetate trigger for final oocyte maturation was prescribed given her risk of OHSS. A spontaneous dichorionic/diamniotic twin pregnancy ensued. Conclusion: This case reinforces the importance of advising abstinence during the stimulation phase of an IVF cycle and that, although rare, the endometrium may allow for spontaneous conception following a leuprolide acetate trigger, which may further potentiate the risk of late OHSS.
Ortaokul Öğrencilerinin Özgürlük Kavramına İlişkin Algılarının Sinektik Tekniğiyle İncelenmesi
Authors: Temur Süleyman , Çakmak Mürşet
Published: February 2023

Bu çalışma ortaokul öğrencilerinin özgürlük kavramına ilişkin algılarının sinektik tekniğiyle incelenmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır. Çalışmada sinektik tekniği ile ortaokul öğrencilerinin zihinlerindeki özgürlük kavramını istedikleri bir hayvana benzetilerek açıklamaları istenmiştir. Çalışmada, nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden, olgu bilim (fenomenoloji) deseni kullanılmıştır. Araştırmada katılımcılar; amaçlı örnekleme türlerinden kolay ulaşılabilir durum örneklemesi yöntemi kullanılarak belirlenmiştir. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 2021-2022 eğitim öğretim yılının bahar döneminde, Millî Eğitim Bakanlığına bağlı resmî ortaokullarında öğrenim görmekte olan 10-14 yaş grubu öğrencileri (N=160) oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın verileri yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu ile elde edilmiştir. Araştırma verilerinin çözümlenmesinde içerik analizi tekniğine başvurulmuştur. Araştırmanın sonucunda özgürlük kavramına ilişkin ortaokul öğrencilerinin 30 farklı sinektik ürettikleri görülmüştür. Özgürlük kavramına ilişkin üretilen bu sinektiklerden en fazla frekansa sahip olanlar sırasıyla kuş, kedi ve köpektir. Geliştirilen bu sinektikler “uçmanın sembolü olarak özgürlük, gezme dolaşmanın sembolü olarak özgürlük, fiziksel gücün sembolü olarak özgürlük, bağımsızlığın sembolü olarak özgürlük ve temalandırılmayanlar olarak özgürlük” olmak üzere dört ana kategoride toplanmıştır. Bu kategorilerden en fazla frekansa sahip olan tema “gezme dolaşmanın sembolü olarak özgürlük”tür. Üretilen sinektiklerin cinsiyet dağılımına bakıldığında kuş, kedi gibi sinektiklerin kızlar tarafından; köpek, aslan gibi sinektiklerin ise erkekler tarafından üretildiği sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Tüm bu verilerden hareketle bazı öneriler yapılmıştır.
EVALUATING PARETO FRONT WITH TOPSIS AND FUZZY TOPSIS FOR LITERACY RATES IN ODISHA
Authors: Kar Mr. UditNarayan , Kar Miss Arunima , Kar Miss. Anyatama
Published: February 2023

In engineering design and manufacturing, conflicting disciplines and technologies are always involved in the design process. Decision making is the process of finding the best option among the feasible alternatives. Multi Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) methods can help decision makes to effectively deal with such situation and make wise design decision to produce an optimized design. There are varieties of existing MCDM methods, thus the selection of the most appropriate method is critical since the use of inappropriate methods often causes misleading decision process. The MCDM methods are based on aggregating function representing closeness to ideal, TOPSIS is one of the most efficient methods. And also it can be fuzziffied which gives rise to a new method called Fuzzy TOPSIS. Fuzzy TOPSIS is a new method for MCDM and very easy to understand and it is originated in the compromise programming method. Here we have adapted the Fuzzy TOPSIS method and we have arranged the multiple numbers of criteria using Knapsack algorithm and created a Pareto Front with the help of non-dominated sorting method. Then we have ranked all the alternatives with classical Fuzzy TOPSIS method. In this paper the literacy rate of Odisha (a state of India) has been analyzed by using normal TOPSIS and fuzzy TOPSIS methods and the comparative results are given. The data sets considered in this paper are the real time data given by National Census (20002013).
ANALYZING THE RELIABILITY OF A PERSONAL COMPUTER SYSTEM USING FAULT TREE ANALYSIS
Authors: A. Rajapaksha  , A.A. Sunethra  , M.R. Sooriyarachchi
Published: February 2023

A system can be defined as a set of components interconnected to perform a given task. Such a system has a high possibility of failure compared to a single component, since it is a combination of different components consisting of different failure types. Thus, the analysis of failures of such systems should take into account both the time to failure and the type of the failure. The specialty in multiple failure type systems is that the failure occurrences yielding from different failure types cannot be regarded as independent from each other. Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) enables to address the problem of multiple failure types and it does not require the assumption of independence among failure types. 

A personal computer (PC) is made up of many interconnected components. The goal of this research is to provide an insight into using FTA for evaluating reliability of PC’s which have failed due to various types of hardware failures. In this study, suitable parametric distributions were identified for each of the failure types and were applied to a fault tree constructed to depict the failure pattern of PCs. In the literature this type of research is not found in many studies which use FTA.FTA identified that hard disk, power unit and VGA failures are the most significant failure causes irrespective of the brand while the most reliable computer brand was also identified.
REVIEW PAPER ON SMART HOME
Authors: Chander Vipin
Published: February 2023

Home automation have been used for more than a decade to introduce the concept of networking device or equipment in the house. Smart home can define as integration of technology and networking through which make better quality living. If simple plug and play tools for controlling lights are included or the computer network in houses are accounted for as smart home technology. Only recently, thousand of project and smart technology are used and working on it. in the india this concept is new but in the world the concept of smart home used. application are focused on safety and security, care and comport. In this presentation an overview will be give of the detail application in both new built houses and flat and renovation projects. Finally, based on expected product launches and technical developments at major international companies, a well as based on the feedback of older people currently living in smart homes ,some expectations or the for near future will be given.
FROM FALSE EYELASHES TO FALSE RESEARCH; A JOURNEY OF RESEARCH INTEGRITY PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS IN PAKISTAN
Authors: Muzaffar Nazish
Published: February 2023

Pakistan has recovered from the intellectual stagnation but it has not come without pains. The current paper proposes and tests a set of possible determinants affecting Research Integrity in Pakistan. Cross sectional data was collected from 5 major Universities of Pakistan, through a self-administered survey of 150 respondents. The appropriateness of theory and conceptual framework were tested using structural equation modeling (SEM). The extended model accounted for the substantial amount of variance in integrity of research conducted in Pakistani Universities (χ2/df= 1.003). Specific findings revealed that 1) all predictors except Pressure to Publish were significantly related to Research Integrity 2) Degree Requirement and Junk Thesis Supervision emerged as strongest predictors of Research Integrity. Paper suggests a revival of thoroughly rotten academic system of Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
HR INITIATIVES FOR ENHANCING QUALITY OF HUMAN RESOURCE IN ORGANISATION
Authors: Verma Dr. Amarjot
Published: February 2023

Nowdays businesses are being forced to make tough decisions impacting their workforce. So leaders and human resource professionals should not lose sight of the effort put forth by employees, as many are working harder to boost productivity and meet business objectives. With fewer resources and increased responsibilities due to layoffs, cutbacks and restructurings, employees are being asked to contribute at higher levels. But it is in times like this that leaders need to invest more in engaging their employees to reap the utmost commitment, productivity and focus. It is important to recognize and reward high performing employees for their resilience, hard work and loyalty during this period of recession. They need to look for innovative solutions to invest in people and demonstrate commitment to them as failure to do so may result in higher turnover once the economy rebounds. It is a leader’s responsibility to ensure their workforce is skilled and motivated in order to stay competitive and perform at the expected levels of productivity—both today and while also positioning for future success as market conditions improve.

Leaders can’t afford for their workforce to become complacent, stagnant or sustain “quit and stay” employees—those who are disengaged but won’t leave. Many people feel vulnerable now and it is an opportune time for employers to deepen loyalty. Don’t let cyclical market conditions be a distraction from creating a workforce strategy that focuses on the skilled talent needed to meet business goals—now and in the future.
EVALUATING PARETO FRONT WITH TOPSIS AND FUZZY TOPSIS FOR LITERACY RATES IN ODISHA
Authors: Kar Mr. UditNarayan , Kar Miss Arunima
Published: February 2023

In engineering design and manufacturing, conflicting disciplines and technologies are always involved in the design process. Decision making is the process of finding the best option among the feasible alternatives. Multi Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) methods can help decision makes to effectively deal with such situation and make wise design decision to produce an optimized design. There are varieties of existing MCDM methods, thus the selection of the most appropriate method is critical since the use of inappropriate methods often causes misleading decision process. The MCDM methods are based on aggregating function representing closeness to ideal, TOPSIS is one of the most efficient methods. And also it can be fuzziffied which gives rise to a new method called Fuzzy TOPSIS. Fuzzy TOPSIS is a new method for MCDM and very easy to understand and it is originated in the compromise programming method. Here we have adapted the Fuzzy TOPSIS method and we have arranged the multiple numbers of criteria using Knapsack algorithm and Pareto Front with the help of non dominated sorting method. Then we have ranked all the alternatives   with classical Fuzzy TOPSIS method. In this paper the literacy rate of Odisha (a state of India) has been analyzed by using normal TOPSIS and fuzzy TOPSIS methods and the comparative results are given. The data sets considered in this paper are the real time data given by National Census (20002013).
GEOMORPHOLOGY APPROACH AS LANDSLIDE ASSESSMENT IN THE GEDE CATCHMENT MALANG REGENCY
Authors: Muddarisna Nurul , Dyah Yuniwati Eny , Masruroh Heni , Oktaviansyah Aulia Rachman
Published: February 2023

Gede catchment is the part of Bromo Volcano System. It is located in the Malang Regency, East Java Province. The wide of Gede Catchment is around 17 Km2. Landslide prone area mapping shows this area has high potential landslide around 52,9%. There were several landslides which had been occurred in this area. Based on the physical condition, this area is rather not appropriate for living. The aim of this research is to elaborate geomorphology approach as landslide assessment in the Gede Catchment. The method of this research is descriptive qualitative with survey technique.  We assessed landslide based on the geomorphological approach and combined with the survey of landslide site. Based on the result shows that geomorphology is necessary factor for considering landslide assessment. Geomorphological approach is consist morphology, morphostructure, morphocronology, and morphoarrangement. The component of morphology is slope, component morphostructure and morphoarrangement is geomorphic process and for the component morphocronology is surface material and lithology. The four aspect of geomorphology become the keys for explain of landslide potential assessment. Geomorphology is the appropriate approach for landslide assessment in the Gede Catchment as the prone area for landslide. Otherwise, the potential of landslide will be difficult to determine if triggered by human activity or extreme rainfall.
ETHICAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: STUDENTS' PERCEPTIONS
Authors: Rannula, BA Kateriina , Kotkas, MA Ene , Puura, MA Kristiina , Lenk, MA Kairi , Kopti, RN Marina , Kopti, RN Marina , Sokolova Diana
Published: February 2023

Background: Today`s fast-changing world and developments in health care system have indirect or direct effects on communication ethics. More and more unethical situations are faced by health care workers in their professional work. Thus, it is important to address the ethical aspects more seriously already in the learning environment.  

Objective: To describe and analyze students` opinions on ethical aspects in their learning environment, behaviours considered unethical by them and possible reasons behind it.

Methods: The methodology combines theoretical and empirical parts, semistructured interviews conducted with 47 students were analysed.

Results: Students emphasized lecturers' personal qualities to be more important than general learning environment and the importance of respectful communication was also considered essential. Unethical behaviour is seen as lack of respect and manners from all parties involved.

Conclusions: Ethical behaviour and its various aspects should be included into the studies and discussed starting from the first course to ensure ethical learning environment and comminucation between academic staff and students.
BRASILIA METROPOLITAN REGION: EV MOBILITY: OPORTUNITIES AND TRHEATS.
Authors: Aveni Alessandro
Published: February 2023

The field research of this paper was developed at the end of 2018 to survey EV mobility. Qualitative trends were based on indicators developed by consulting firm research reports, quantitative figures were developed using fuel cost values of 4,5 R$/liter. The analysis was divided in three steps: a) evidence of public planning, b) evidence of industry and industry 4.0 systems, and c) evidence of market. Main results of the research are: a) no electric mobility planning was found form institutional evidences. No planning for Smart City initiative in Brasilia, b) no evidence of electric systems and innovation are developed or planned (i.e Industry 4.0 automated drive systems). c) opportunities in market found are: main metropolitan area is worth some three million inhabitants, almost seven including surrounding metropolitan areas with millions vehicles to be converted to ev, public transportation and urban delivery most interesting niches of market; threats: no fiscal incentives and infrastructure of electric posts able to sustain car supply, no offer for electric/hybrid cars and conversion kits. This part of an external strategic analysis give the orientation to develop urban transportation vehicles and buses (public transportation) taxi, buses, vans, light trucks and motorcycles ,used for delivery, offers. These are interesting segments mostly because of increasing operational cost mainly due to gasoline costs.
CONSTITUTING ORGANIZATION WITH ELECTRONIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Authors: Sharma Megha
Published: February 2023

Constituting organization is essential and required task for any management to produce a qualitative and reliable product for their customers. So, today we can easily see a concept of Human Resource Management (HRM) in every organization for internal management and efficient utilization of resource to produce a better and new technological product for their customers. HRM is an art of managing people at work in such a manner that they give best to the organization. Now, here we are offering you a concept of Electronic Human Resource Management (E-HRM) as an Implementation Support System (ISS) for HRM. For understanding the better skills, creative abilities and talents of human resources at a very quick time there must be a concept of E-HRM. Generally E-HRM is an interface through which we can directly communicate or know about the right talent through traverse some list or records in our personal database without creating any issue. E-HRM (Electronic Human Resource Management) is an advance business solution which provides a complete on-line support in the management of all processes, activities, data and information required to manage human resources in a modern company. It is an efficient, reliable, easy-to-use tool, accessible to a broad group of different users.
QOS PARAMETER BASED TESTING ON LOCAL MOBILE PHONE
Authors: Kaur Kuljeet , Kaur Dr. Pankaj Deep
Published: February 2023

The development of the mobile phone has been rapid. From being a device mainly used for phone calls, chatting, and click the photo on the mobile phone in these days or commonly referred to as smartphone, has become a multi-purpose device. Because of its size and there are some limitation in area of battery life, computational capabilities and energy consumption. Mobile computing is provision of applications on mobile devices. MCC provides mobile users with the data processing and storage services in clouds. In this paper we create a circuit and design machine for testing the power consumption on local mobile device. In this paper we will test the power consumption on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Isolation and Detection of Bacterial Strains from Cosmetics Products Available in Pakistan
Authors: Tazeen  , Sidra Rahman  , Rizwan Abbas  , Syed Ahsan Shahid  , Zabta Khan Shinwari  , Muhammad Ali
Published: February 2023

Cosmetics products are the most essential and frequently used components in our daily life. Besides improving human health, they provide healthy lifestyles and boost our self-esteem. Globally cosmetics market is projected to be 287 billion USD in 2021 to 415 billion USD in 2022. This research study aims at the isolation, identification, and characterization of bacterial strains isolated from cosmetics. Six bacterial colonies were isolated by inoculating different cosmetics products on tryptic soya agar media. All the strains showed optimum growth at 37 °C. All strains were assessed through biochemical tests by using different media such as MacConkey agar, SIM, and Simmons citrate agar and were further proceeded for nucleotide sequencing through Sanger sequencing. Different bacterial strains were revealed in cosmetics products including Sphingomonas paucimobilis, Cytobacillus oceanisediminis, Robertmurraya andreesnii, Cytobacillus firmus, Falsibacillus pallidus, and Acinetobacter junii. Most of these strains were found to be pathogenic however, Sphingomonas has the potential for bioremediation and can be utilized for degrading toxic compounds to make the environment better. Similarly, Cytobacillus is found to be involved in biomineralization and also aids in fermentation. Our results have shown that there is a dire need to assure strict safety regulations regarding cosmetics. Improper manufacturing practices can lead to the contamination of cosmetics which could lead to severe consequences of deteriorating the quality of health. Further studies are needed to explore the potential of these isolates so that they can be utilized to improve our health as well as the environment.
Idealization of Womanhood in Tagore’s Short Story - Strir Potro (Wife’s Letter)
Authors: Ghosh Saikat Kumar
Published: February 2023

It is an unfortunate human saga that women have been discriminated against across the world. India is no exception. There is no dearth of evidence shedding light on the intermittent violence and crimes committed against women in India. In a survey in 13 countries which was done in the year 2021, 45% of women reported that they or a woman they know has experienced some form of violence since COVID-19. This paper aims to find out if the women characters of Rabindranath Tagore assert themselves or in their process of assertion conforms to both physical and psychological endurance. The character to be analyzed is Mrinal from Rabindranath Tagore’s path-breaking feminist short story ‘Strir Potro’ published in 1914.
The Presence of a Play Space for Post Disaster Recovery
Authors: Sari Novita , Kurniati Euis , Evasufi Widi Fajari Laksmi
Published: February 2023

From the year 2000 to the year 2022, Indonesia has had a number of natural disasters that were big enough to be called "national disasters." After a natural disaster occurs, it has a significant physical and social impact. The Simple Multi Attribute Rating Technique (SMART) method is applied to determine the handling priority after a disaster due to the simple calculation process. The physical and psychological impacts caused by natural disasters in Indonesia are often ignored consciously. With the aim of normalization, it is necessary to repair and restore all aspects of public or community services as part of an effort to rehabilitate post-disaster areas. It is important to recognize the contribution to post-disaster reconstruction for victims who lost daily routine activities, emotional disturbance, family loss, and a sense of security. Trauma can be categorized as acute versus chronic and early versus late. The focus of this study was examining the presence of play spaces for post-disaster recovery. The hope is that this research aims to find out the extent of the presence of play spaces in providing services for post-disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction.
MISSIO CANONICA DAN IMPLEMENTASINYA BAGI TUGAS PANGGILAN PARA KATEKIS DI KUASI PAROKI SANTO DONATUS BHOANAWA
Authors: Pea Efraem
Published: February 2023

Hal yang melatarbelakangi penelitian ini ialah adannya kenyataan bahwa beberapa katekis di Kuasi Paroki St. Donatus Bhoanawa tidak melaksanakan tugas panggilannya sesuai dengan missio canonica yang telah diterima. Dengan penerimaan missio canonica, katekis diharapkan untuk bersikap loyal (setia) kepada Gereja dan terlibat aktif dalam karya pelayanan pastoral. Dan hal yang menarik perhatian peneliti ialah kendati telah menerima missio canonica beberapa katekis yang berkarya di Kuasi Paroki St. Donatus Bhoanawa tidak melaksanakan tugas panggilannya sebagaimana yang diharapkan oleh Gereja. Atas alasan itu, maka rumusan masalahnya adalah mengapa katekis tidak melaksanakan tugas panggilannya sesuai dengan missio canonica yang telah diterima. Karena itu tujuan penelitian ini ialah untuk mendapatkan keterangan tentang faktor-faktor yang memengaruhi katekis tidak melaksanakan tugas panggilannya sesuai dengan missio canonica yang telah diterima. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini ialah penelitian kualitatif, dengan menggunakan teknik pengumpulan data, yakni observasi, studi dokumentasi dan wawancara. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa faktor-faktor yang memengaruhi katekis tidak melaksanakan tugas panggilannya sesuai dengan missio canonica yang telah diterima adalah kesehatan dan usia yang semakin menua, komentar yang tidak membangun, relasi yang kurang baik dengan sesama katekis, kurang memiliki semangat pelayanan dan kesadaran untuk menjalankan missio canonica yang telah diterima, kesibukan melaksanakan tugas sebagai ASN dan tugas rumah tangga, lebih mengutamakan tugas sebagi guru di sekolah yang mendatangkan upah, kurang kerelaan diri untuk berkorban dalam tugas pelayanan pastoral, tugas lain sebagai mosalaki, alasan teknis lainnya dan tempat tugas di luar kota. Saran yang dianjurkan ialah katekis perlu melakukan pertemuan-pertemuan secara berkala untuk merancang kegiatan-kegiatan bersama demi melaksanakan tugas sesuai dengan missio canonica yang telah diterima.
Misdinar sebagai Wadah Pembinaan Iman Anak (Studi terhadap Kelompok Misdinar di Stasi St. Sebastianus Nanganesa Paroki St. Maria Immaculata-Ndona)
Authors: Rea Albertus Magnus
Published: February 2023

Anak memiliki peran penting dalam Gereja. Anak adalah harapan Gereja dalam melanjutkan karya pewartaan di dunia. Anak dapat mengambil bagian dan berpartisipasi aktif dalam kegiatan-kegiatan Gereja khususnya dalam perayaan liturgi, misalnya sebagai petugas liturgi (misdinar) dalam suatu perayaan. Keterlibatan sebagai misdinar, membentuk dan mengarahkan anak-anak untuk memberi dirinya kepada Tuhan dan sesama. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui sejauh mana misdinar telah menjadi wadah pembinaan iman anak di Stasi St. Sebastianus Martir Nanganesa, Paroki St. Maria Immaculata-Ndona. Berdasarkan hasil wawancara dengan para narasumber kelompok misdinar sudah menjadi salah satu wadah pembinaan iman anak. Kegiatan-keigatan yang ada dalam kelompok misdinar telah membantu mendewasakan iman sertamembuat anak memiliki kerelaan hati untuk melayani Tuhan.Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan menggunakan instrumen utama adalah wawancara. Artinya bahwa penelitian ini dapat dihasilkan dari pengumpulan data-data dalam bentuk kata-kata. Untuk mendapatkannya, peneliti menggunakan beberapa teknik pengumpulan data yakni, metode wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa misdinar sebagai wadah pembinaan iman anak di Stasi St. Sebastianus Martir Nanganesa, Paroki St. Maria Immaculata-Ndona, telah menjalankan tugasnya dengan baik. Memang pembinaan terhadap anak-anak misdinar belum dilakukan secara maksimal oleh para pembina, namun sebagai sebuah wadah, kelompok misdinar membantu anak-anak berkembang dalam imannya. Hal ini terlihat dalam pembinaan menjelang komuni pertama. Anak-anak yang terlibat dalam kelompok misdinar, memiliki pengetahuan yang cukup tentang iman Katolik.
Is Europe going cold on Chinese infrastructure investment?
Authors: Mohan Giles , Pollard Natalie
Published: February 2023

Is Europe going cold on Chinese infrastructure investment?

REDEFINE will examine what China’s rise means for how we understand global development and, specifically, Europe’s place in it. REDEFINE aims to use the insights from international development to interrogate Chinese engagement in the heart of Europe and, by doing so, reorient the Eurocentric debates in the social sciences around how we define and delimit development, who drives these processes and what it means for societies and communities affected by such investments.
ANALYSIS OF STUDENT WORKSHEETS (LKPD) BASED ON PROBLEM BASED LEARNING ON STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Authors: Gusyanti Citra , Sujarwo Sujarwo
Published: February 2023

Abstract:. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effective and efficient LKPD as teaching materials to help the teaching and learning process achieve its goals. LKPD can be combined with learning models so that they can be effective and efficient teaching materials and can improve student learning outcomes. One of the learning models that can be used is problem based learning. LKPD-based is one model of LKPD which is centered on increasing the effectiveness of learning. The development of LKPD based on problem based learning for students as a companion for student learning activities is expected to be able to improve the quality of learning, so that student learning outcomes can increase. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach research method. including case studies, biographies, ethnography, and library searches.

The subject of the trial was a librarian, who was in the library of the Muslim Nusantara University, Al Washliyah Medan. The object of this research is LKPD in science subjects. The research time is planned for July 2021. The research procedures that must be carried out to produce LKPD teaching materials consist of types of research that are included in research with a qualitative approach including case studies, biographies, ethnography, and library searches. In this study, the type of research that the researcher did was included in the literature research or library (library search).

The instrument in this study, the researcher acts as a planner, data collector who then interprets the data that has been collected. In conducting the research, the researcher collects as much data as possible so that the research results are accurate. systematically search and compile data obtained from interviews, field notes, and documentation by organizing data into categories, breaking down into units, synthesizing, compiling into patterns, choosing what is important and what will be studied and making conclusions so that it is easily understood by themselves and others. Analysis means reviewing the data obtained from the field by organizing the data into categories, breaking it down into units, choosing which ones are important and will be studied,

Keywords: Problem Based Learning, Student Worksheets, Learning Outcomes