bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diversity, distribution and seasonal variation of seaweeds in Southwest coast of Peninsular India
Authors: Starlin N. Maybel , Princy S. , Samuel P. David , Subitha P. , Pepsi A. , Sukumaran S.
Published: May 2023

Six different research locations around the southwest coasts of Tamil Nadu and Kerala were used for the current investigations on the diversity, distribution, and seasonal fluctuation of seaweeds (India). A total of 73 Chlorophyta, Ochrophyta and Rhodophyta were recorded under 23 families and 38 genera. The study site Rasthakaadu (53) was with the maximum number of seaweeds followed by Kanniyakumari (51). Out of six study sites, four study sites (Rasthakaadu, Kanniyakumari, Muttom, Kurumpanai) were dominant with Rhodophyta in contrast to the other two study sites (Vallavilai, Vizhinjam) in which Chlorophyta was dominant. Chlorophyta such as Chaetomorpha antannina, C. indica, C. media, Ulva fasciata, U. lactuca, brown seaweeds Sargassum ilicifolium and red seaweed Gracilariopsis longissima were commonly seen in the study area. Chaetomorpha indica (Chlorophyceae) was recorded as the most dominant species in season I, whereas Sargassum ilicifolium (Phaeophyaceae) was considered as the most dominant seaweed taxon in seasons II and III. The seasonal variation in physicochemical parameters of seawater had much influence on the growth of seaweeds. Comparing the eastern Coromandel Coast of peninsular India to the western Malabar Coast, it has been found from the current study that the eastern Coromandel Coast was rich in seaweed. Moreover, the study shows that the topography and seasonal change of the physicochemical characteristics of seawater at a given site were the key determinants of seaweed richness. Anthropogenic activities, like Nuclear power plants (Koodankulam), sand mining, construction works, dumping of plastics etc., also affected the potential growth of seaweeds thereby reducing the sustainability of the natural resource.
Correlation between Transillumination Echocardiography and Pathologic Anatomy in a Left Atrial Myxoma: A Case Report
Authors: A Ibarra-Moreno , G Vives-Ledesma , AP Abril-Vázquez , J Singer-De-la-Garza , A Bautista-Perez-Gavilan , CA Villa-Ramirez , MA Rodríguez-Salazar , S Molina-Castillo , M Rubalcava-Gracia-Medrano , JH Flores-Peralta , N Espinola-Zavaleta , AA Fraustro , E Alexanderson-Rosas
Published: May 2023

Left atrium myxomas are the most frequent heart tumors. Assessment of this phenomenon is largely echocardiographic, since both TTE and TEE provide information on size, shape, and hemodynamic consequences of the tumor. In this publication, we bring forward the similarities between morphological assessment through transillumination echocardiography and pathologic anatomy, highlighting a possible study field for the future.
Policy rulemaking process within the executive branch of government: an analysis of the brazilian presidential decrees.
Authors: Vieira James
Published: May 2023

This article analyzes whether the Presidential Decrees complied with better regulation standards and results are explained in the light of the legal, managerial and cultural dimensions of the Public Administration. 128 Decrees, issued between 2009 and 2018, which institutionalize public policies or government programs are evaluated. These quantitative data were combined with the information obtained from 66 interviews with top-ranked public managers and lawyers. These results evidence a reduced compliance with better regulation practices and set the hypothesis that this institutional trajectory is going to be sustained due to an observed mismatch between the current values and practices with the underlying assumptions of the better regulation reforms.
Deliberação versus concentração: a construção de pautas do congresso nacional e a PEC dos procuradores municipais
Authors: Ribeiro Cardoso Henrique , Cortes de Menezes Filipe , Fontes Santos Mateus Levi
Published: May 2023

O artigo examina os institutos da presidência e do colégio de líderes, previstos nos regimentos internos da Câmara dos Deputados e do Senado Federal, em cotejo com as ideias de democracia e ação comunicativa, tendo por referencial teórico James Fishkin e Jürgen Habermas. Sob o pano de fundo da tramitação da PEC nº 153/2003-Câmara e nº 17/2012-Senado, que constitucionaliza a carreira de procuradores municipais, o artigo enfrenta a questão de se a concentração de atribuições decisórias na presidência e no colégio de líderes implica um agir estratégico, em detrimento da qualidade da democracia deliberativa. A hipótese é afirmativa e a metodologia empregada no estudo é qualitativa, por meio de revisão bibliográfica, com recurso ao método indutivo.
Miserabilidade e benefício assistencial de prestação continuada: dos critérios aritméticos da renda familiar ao teste de meios
Authors: Zacharias Rodrigo , Haik Cristiane , Bueno de Azevedo Paulo
Published: May 2023

O artigo analisa a questão da miserabilidade como requisito objetivo à concessão do benefício assistencial de prestação continuada – BPC, previsto nos artigos 203, V, da Constituição Federal e 20, § 3º, da Lei n. 8.742/93, segundo critérios que superam o cálculo aritmético da renda familiar per capita do requerente. Cuida-se de estudo realizado pelo método dedutivo, por meio de pesquisa bibliográfica, legislativa e jurisprudencial. É analisada a evolução da jurisprudência, sobretudo a do Supremo Tribunal Federal acerca da questão, bem como o problema da subsidiariedade do benefício contextualizado à luz da súmula nº 23 da Turma Regional de Uniformização dos Juizados Especiais Federais da 3ª Região. Investiga-se também a legislação recente, editada na pandemia do COVID-19, além do Cadastro Único. Conclui-se que, na aferição da miserabilidade, não se prescinde da análise da obrigação alimentar de integrantes da família, a teor do dever constitucional alimentar, dirigido a pais e filhos, estabelecido no art. 229 da Constituição Federal. Conclui-se que o critério baseado em valor da renda familiar per capita, previsto no art. 20, §3º, da Lei n. 8.742/93, é insuficiente à aferição da concreta situação de miserabilidade, cabendo a realização do teste de meios, na esteira das diretrizes contidas nos precedentes da Turma Nacional de Uniformização dos Juizados Especiais Federais.
Aspectos destacados do direito à liberdade de imprensa na jurisprudência do Supremo Tribunal Federal à luz das teorias pós-positivistas
Authors: Zanon Orlando , Rafael Espíndola Berndt
Published: May 2023

O objetivo deste artigo consiste em apresentar aspectos destacados do tratamento dado ao direito fundamental à liberdade de expressão, na vertente da liberdade imprensa, pelo Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF), em seus recentes julgados, volvendo mirada, ainda, às diversas correntes da ciência jurídica classificadas como pós-positivistas, as quais buscam explicitar o relacionamento entre direito e moral, como critérios de julgamento indissociáveis. No tocante à metodologia da pesquisa empregada, destaca-se que, na fase de investigação, foi utilizado o método indutivo, na fase de tratamento de dados, o cartesiano, e o texto final foi composto na base lógica dedutiva. A conclusões centrais foram as seguintes: a) os direitos fundamentais não são absolutos, mas sim ponderáveis com outros de mesma estatura no sistema; b) há uma distinção conceitual entre as liberdades de expressão (gênero) e de imprensa (espécie), está última referente à prerrogativa de comunicação social, ou seja, ao direito de informar, observados critérios profissionais voltados a evitar versões parciais e falsidades (fake news), com posição privilegiada no esquema constitucional; c) as teorias pós-positivistas fornecem instrumental teórico útil para a resolução de casos complexos, diante do vácuo do Positivismo Jurídico; d) o STF, em síntese, adotou a preferência valorativa abstrata (preferred position) do direito à liberdade de imprensa e, também, fixou outros critérios para a resolução de contradições desta perante as demais prerrogativas constitucionais, em empreendimento decisório diferente de uma mera subsunção, consoante descrito pelas teorias pós-positivistas.
A autocomposição na administração pública pela perspectiva da análise econômica do direito
Authors: Ribeiro Goulart Juliana , Anzanello Azevedo Lyza , Urqhart Cademartori Luiz Henrique
Published: May 2023

O presente artigo pretende discutir se a Análise Econômica do Direito pode auxiliar a Administração Pública a diagnosticar casos a serem resolvidos pela via da consensualidade e como isso pode viabilizar a eficiência como fim a ser alcançado pelo Estado. A pesquisa utilizou como metodologia predominantemente a revisão bibliográfica, realizada mediante a consulta de material científico interdisciplinar (direito e economia). As evidências apontam que saídas autocompositivas podem aumentar os ganhos de eficiência para A Administração Pública. Para tanto, é necessário incentivar uma mudança de mentalidade em âmbito administrativo, em especial para o uso de fórmulas que privilegiam o diálogo.
Marketplace nas compras pelo poder público no Brasil
Authors: Silva Clarissa Sampaio , Macedo Tavares Cruz Daniel
Published: May 2023

O presente artigo discorre sobre a evolução dos procedimentos de compras do poder público brasileiro e os princípios que lhes sustentam, tendo buscado, por meio de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, qualitativa e exploratória, abordar a possibilidade jurídica de se adotar uma modelagem de marketplace na Administração Pública, o que lhe permitiria efetuar aquisições à semelhança do setor privado. Tal sistema consiste em uma plataforma digital integradora de compradores, fornecedores e produtos, estabelecida com o fito de aproximar a Administração de seus benefícios, dotando o Estado de maior eficiência em suas compras e serviços. O estudo volta o olhar também para os desafios de sua implementação e as respectivas formas de superação, com base, inclusive, na experiência internacional, a ajustar o marketplace aos preceitos constitucionais administrativos e ao ordenamento legal estabelecido no Brasil.
Hubungan Power Lengan dan Fleksibilitas Punggung dengan Hasil Lemparan Three Point Bola Basket
Authors: Permana Regi , Kurniawan Asep Ridwan , Marwoto Toto , Sudrazat Adang
Published: May 2023

This study used a correlation method using test and measurement techniques on independent variables, namely leg power, and back flexibility, and bound variables, namely three-point shot throws. The population used was SMA Negeri 3 Kabupaten Ciamis The sample used amounted to 22 people who participated in extracurricular basketball. Based on the results of the regression line linearity test shows that the number obtained is greater than 0.05, it is proven for the independent variable arm power with a three-point shoot is 0.276 > 0.05, and for back muscle flexibility with a three-point shoot is 0.409 > 0.05. It can be said that the data is linear. Based on the data, the correlation test results show that in the sig column. F change yields the number 0.383. This means that if the value obtained is greater than 0.05 then there is no correlation or in other words unrelated. According to the results of the study, "There is no relationship between arm power and back muscle flexibility with a three-point shoot in students of SMA Negeri 3 Ciamis Regency.
Mojżesz wysłannik Jahwe (Wj 1,1–14,31)
Authors: Pyclik Danuta
Published: May 2023

Wyjście Izraelitów z Egiptu było najważniejszym wydarzeniem w historii narodu wybranego. Został opisany kontekst historyczno-teologiczny wydarzeń biblijnych zawartych w Wj 1,1–14,31.Celem badań stała się analiza i interpretacja przesłania teologicznego zawartego w pierwszej części Księgi Wyjścia opowiadającej o wyzwoleniu Izraelitów z niewoli egipskiej (Wj 1,1–14,31).Przy analizie i egzegezie tekstów biblijnych wykorzystano metodę intertekstualną, a także historyczno-krytyczną nad zagadnieniem misji Mojżesza.W wyniku przeprowadzonych badań można stwierdzić, że: 1) poznanie Boga Izraela i Jego zamiarów jest kluczowym tematem pierwszych piętnastu rozdziałów Księgi Wyjścia. Jahwe jest głównym bohaterem wydarzeń opisanych w Księdze Wyjścia. On jest ich sprawcą i autorem; 2) tematem pierwszej części Księgi Wyjścia jest konflikt o to, komu służyć ma Izrael; 3) źródła historyczne nie odzwierciedlają w całości faktów znanych z relacji biblijnej, dlatego że Biblia nie jest kroniką historyczną, lecz zapisem objawienia Bożego. Jej głównym zadaniem jest przekaz treści teologicznej.Wnioski, jakie należy wyciągnąć to: 1) objawienie, które było do Mojżesza, dotyczą także Izraelitów, jak i do Egipcjan. Zmieniają się jednak czasy i sposób objawienia. Słowa Boga skierowane są do wszystkich, również do ludzi współczesnych.Przeprowadzone badania nie wyczerpują tematu misji Mojżesza względem Izraela. Nie jest pełną charakterystyką Mojżesza. Należy przy tym pamiętać o dalszym oddziaływaniu przesłania Księgi Wyjścia na kolejne pokolenia Izraela, a także na czasy współczesne. Badanie mogą stać się przyczynkiem do dalszej refleksji teologicznej nad przesłaniem Księgi Wyjścia.
PELAKSANAAN EDUKASI KADER DASAWISMA DI KOTA ADMINISTRASI JAKARTA TIMUR MENGENAI VAKSINASI PADA KONDISI DENGAN KOMORBID
Authors: Hanifah Laily , Zebua Eleonara Solomasi
Published: May 2023

Dalam kondisi pandemi seperti saat ini, banyak program pemerintah yang dilakukan dalam  menurunkan  kasus  COVID-19.  Salah  satu  program  yang  dilaksanakan  adalah vaksinasi COVID-19. Kader Dasawisma turut berperan untuk menyukseskan vaksinasi, tetapi sayangnya masih banyak kader yang belum ikut program vaksinasi. Hal tersebut merupakan  masalah,  karena  kader  yang  seharusnya  menjadi  teladan  untuk  warga lainnya, justru tidak melakukan vaksinasi. Tujuan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah untuk  meningkatkan  pengetahuan  mengenai  vaksinasi  pada  kader.  Pengabdian  masyarakat   dilakukan   kepada   437   Kader   menggunakan   metode   Komunikasi, Informasi, dan Edukasi (KIE). Kegiatan tersebut dilaksanakan secara daring melalui platform  Zoom  Meeting  di  Suku  Dinas  Pemberdayaan,  Perlindungan  Anak  dan Pengendalian  Penduduk  Jakarta  Timur.  Hasil  uji  pre-test  dan  post-  test menggambarkan  p-value  sebesar  0,000  yang  artinya  edukasi  yang  disampaikan bermanfaat  untuk  menambah  wawasan  kader  mengenai  vaksinasi.  Sebagai  saran, diharapkan ada edukasi lanjutan kepada kader, terutama mengenai vaksinasi booster yang saat ini sedang digencarkan oleh pemerintah
Structure des populations de Vitellaria paradoxa C.F. Gaertn. (karité) dans les parcs agroforestiers au Burkina Faso
Authors: Ouoba Hermann Yempabou , Bastide Brigitte , Kabore Sibiry Albert , Seghieri Josiane , Boussim Issaka Joseph
Published: May 2023

Description du sujet. Au Burkina Faso, le karité est une espèce hautement utilitaire conservée par les producteurs dans un système intégré d’utilisation des terres, dénommé parc agroforestier, dont la pérennité est menacée. Objectifs. Caractériser la structure des populations de karité afin de mettre en évidence les zones prioritaires pour la restauration. Méthode. Les sites d’étude, répartis selon un gradient climatique, sont au nombre de six. Des inventaires phytosociologiques ont été menés dans 10 parcelles permanentes de 2 500m² chacune par site, soit cinq parcelles dans des champs et cinq dans des jachères d’âges > 15 ans. Résultats. Il a été dénombré 41 espèces ligneuses réparties dans 30 genres et 16 familles. La structure des peuplements dans le secteur subsahélien est dégradée. Dans le secteur nord soudanien, la structure est caractérisée par une population de karité vieillissante dans les champs, alors que les jachères présentent un fort potentiel de régénération. Le sud soudanien est marqué par la prédominance des jeunes individus. Au premier stade, la régénération est importante mais elle disparait rapidement sous l’effet combiné de plusieurs facteurs mésologiques. Le secteur subsahélien et les champs dans le nord soudanien sont les sites prioritaires en termes de repeuplement des parcs à karité. Conclusions. Le karité doit faire l’objet de régénération assistée et de protection contre la coupe à l’échelle de son aire de distribution au Burkina Faso.
Pseudomorphs of galena and bismuth after cosalite in the volcanogenic-plutonogenic gold deposit Darasun in Eastern Transbaikalia
Authors: Спиридонов Э.М. , Кривицкая Н.Н. , Кочетова К.Н.
Published: May 2023

Позднеорогенное вулканогенно-плутоногенное месторождение Дарасун содержит обильную Au-Bi-минерализацию. Карбонат-кварц-сульфидные жилы западного участка Дарасуна окружены ореолами лиственитов. Их золотые руды содержат пирротин, арсенопирит, халькопирит, кубанит, пирит, висмутин, галеновисмутит, гнезда самородного висмута и икунолита; более поздние образования – сульфосоли Pb-Bi, преимущественно козалит Pb2(Bi,Sb)2S5, и самородное золото. В отдельных участках жил Пирротиновая и Электрические на горизонтах шахтных выработок – 310 м и –335 м руды брекчированы и в них часть пирротина и кубанита замещена гематитом и магнетитом. На тех же горизонтах в отдельных участках жил Электрические 4 и 5 нами установлены частичные и полные псевдоморфозы галенита и висмута по брекчированному козалиту. Очевидно, то и другое – результат эндогенного окисления сульфидов с выносом серы. Вероятная реакция псевдоморфного замещения козалита: Pb2Bi2S5 + 3O2 → 2PbS + 2Bi + 3SO2↑. По-видимому, чередование процессов минералообразования при низкой и при высокой фугитивности кислорода при высокой и при низкой активности сульфидной серы характерно для вулканогенно-плутоногенных гидротермальных месторождений золота.
Conditions of Norilsk Cu-Ni ore formation according to study data of the Cu-Fe-S system melts crystallization products
Authors: Кравченко Т.А.
Published: May 2023

На основе исследования продуктов кристаллизации расплавов в центральной части системы Cu–Fe–S получены новые данные о возможности образования норильских медно-никелевых руд из расплава 53 ат.% S, (Cu,Ni)/Fe = 0.25–1, при 1100–820 °C и падении давления от 5 ГПа. Показано, что первичная кристаллизация пирротина Fe1-хS, кубанита CuFe2S3 и халькопирита CuFeS2 обуславливает расслоение исходного расплава на никелевую: 50 ат.% S, 0.5 > Ni/Fe ≥ 0.25, и медно-никелевую: 50 ат.% S, (Cu ,Ni)/Fe = 0.5–1, составляющие. Из обогащенного никелем расплава в ассоциации с пирротином и кубанитом кристаллизуется обогащенный железом пентландит (Ni,Fe)9S8. Пентландит с близкими содержаниями железа и никеля, моихукит Cu9Fe9S16 и борнит Cu5FeS4 кристаллизуются из расплава 50 ат.% S, (Cu,Ni)/Fe = 0.5, а обогащенный никелем пентландит, талнахит Cu9Fe8S16 и борнит – из расплава 50 ат.% S, (Cu,Ni)/Fe = 1. Расплав 50 ат.% S, 1 > (Cu,Ni)/Fe > 0.5, изолируется от кристаллизующегося рудного тела с последующей кристаллизацией халькопиритового, изокубанитового и моносульфидного (Fe,Ni)S твердых растворов, для формирования которых необходима выдержка при температуре, близкой к нижней температуре кристаллизации расплава.
Engineering Ferroelectricity and Giant Piezoelectricity in h-BN
Authors: Noor-A-Alam Mohammad , Nolan Michael
Published: May 2023

Hexagonal Boron Nitride (h-BN), a well-known layered van der Waals (vdW) material that exhibits no spontaneous electric polarization due to its centrosymmetric structure. Extensive Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations are used to demonstrate that doping through the substitution of B by isovalent Al and Ga breaks the inversion symmetry and induces local dipole moments along the c-axis, which promotes a ferroelectric (FE) alignment over anti-ferroelectric. For doping concentrations below 25%, a “protruded layered” structure in which the dopant atoms protrude out of the planar h-BN layers is energetically more stable than the flat layered structure of pristine h-BN or a wurtzite structure similar to w-AlN. The computed polarization, between 7.227 – 21.117 μC/cm2 depending on dopant concentration and the switching barrier (16.684 – 45.838 meV) for the FE polarization reversal are comparable to that of other well known FEs. Interestingly, doping of h-BN also induces a large negative piezoelectric response in otherwise non-piezoelectric h-BN. For example, we compute d33 of -24.214 pC/N for Ga0.125B0.875N, which is about 5 times larger than that of pure w-AlN (5 pC/N), although the computed e33 (-1.164 C/m2) is about 1.6 times lower than that of pure w-AlN (1.462 C/m2). Because of the layered structure, the rather small elastic constant C33 provides the origin of this large d33. Moreover, doping makes h-BN an electric auxetic piezoelectric. We also show that ferroelectricity in doped h-BN may persist down to its trilayer, which indicates high potential for applications in FE non-volatile memories.
A comparative study of hybrid bit over roller cone and PDC bits
Authors: Pranshu Sharma
Published: May 2023

Early hybrid drilling concepts date back to the 1930s, but the development of a viable drilling tool has only become feasible with recent advances in Polycrystalline Diamond Compact (PDC) cutter technology. This paper describes a new generation of hybrid bits based on proven PDC bit designs with roll cutters on the bit periphery. Laboratory and field results will be presented, comparing the performance of hybrid bits with that of conventional PDC and roller bits. A hybrid bit can drill shale and other plastically behaving formations two to four times faster than a roller cone because it is more aggressive and efficient. The penetration rate of a hybrid bit responds linearly to Revolutions Per Minute (RPM), unlike roller taper bits that exhibit an exponential response with an exponent less than one. In other words, a hybrid drill will drill significantly faster than a comparable roller drill in motor applications. Another advantage is the influence of rolling mills on bit dynamics. Compared to conventional PDC bits, torsional oscillations are up to 50% lower, and low-speed slip/slip and high-speed swirl are reduced. This gives the hybrid drill a wider operating window and greatly improves tool face control in directional drilling. The Hybrid Drill is a highly specific drill aimed at traditional cylindrical taper applications limited by the Rate of Penetration (ROP), large-diameter PDC-bit and roller-cone-bit applications limited by torque or Weight on Bit (WOB). Highly interconnected formations with high torque fluctuations can cause premature C3 failure and limit mean operating value torque, and motor and/or P applications where higher ROP and better build speed and tool face control are desired.
Study on stress-strain effect on gas production from shale formation
Authors: Vamsi Krishna Kudapa
Published: May 2023

The extent of gas production from shale reservoirs depends heavily on the stress-strain impact on the reservoir. The reservoir's developed stress allows the rocks to fracture naturally. The developed fractures across the reservoir blocks enhance the gas flow from the reservoir towards the wellbore. This review paper provides a comprehensive overview of the technologies and engineering of shale formation permeability behavior and the impact of induced stress and strain. The impacts of stress and strain on the permeability of shale are also studied. This paper presents the effect of stress-strain analysis on gas recovery due to various gas injections, the dependence of gas shale fracture permeability on effective stress and reservoir pressure, analyzing the consequences of various gas injection rates on stress and strain, and the result of stress-strain elongation or variation on hydrocarbon recovery.
Using Palaeomagnetic Techniques to Uncover the History of an Archaeological Site in Napier, Hawkes Bay
Authors:   , Poojary Shefali
Published: May 2023

Fired archaeological features and artefacts may carry records of the geomagnetic field at the time they were last used. During the 2020 demolition of early-mid 20th-century residential properties in central Napier/Ahuriri, an archaeological site was exposed. Six features, including two well-preserved hāngī (NP1 and NP2), two shallow fire-scoops (NP4 and NP6), baked floor of pumice-lined hearth (NP5) and a reddened pumice hearthstone (NP3) were excavated from beneath buried surface covered with shells and pumice. Thirty oriented fire-cracked stones were collected from four features: NP1, NP2, NP4 and NP6. In addition, eight oriented specimens were taken from the baked floor of a hearth (NP5) and a reddened pumice hearthstone (NP3) was also retrieved for palaeomagnetic study and potential dating. The natural remanent magnetization varies between 0.04 and 13 A/m while magnetic susceptibilities range between 0.1 and 4.9 x 10^{-6} m^{3}kg^{-1}.

Petrographic analysis reveals that the stones used in the hāngī are greywacke, commonly found in North Island ranges. Thermomagnetic experiments were conducted to understand the magnetic mineralogy and investigate magnetomineralogical alterations. Principal component analysis of alternating field and thermal demagnetization data yielded site-mean directions (declinations between 7° W and 21.3° E and inclinations between -47.7° and -63.1°) across five sampled features. NP3 was not included in any archaeomagnetic experiments due to time constraints. Some stones show evidence of disturbance during the cooling process. Palaeodirections from these stones were calculated using the low blocking temperature component of magnetization. The feature-mean directions were compared with the regional palaeosecular variation record, NZPSV1k to estimate archaeomagnetic dates for the sites. NP1, NP2 and NP5 provide good estimates while NP4 and NP6 have large uncertainities in their estimated ages. Palaeointensities were estimated using the Thellier-IZZI technique with pTRM and pTRM tail checks. The selection criteria were modified to include high quality data and enhance the acceptance rate of accurate results. The estimated palaeointensities for sites NP1, NP2, NP4 and NP6 range between 43.6 and 51.3 µT. These were compared to other archaeointensity studies from New Zealand, Australia and SW Pacific.

The archaeomagnetic results suggest an extended period of occupation, when prior to drainage and development ca. 1900 A.D., the area was predominantly wetland, and the site was surrounded by swamps and shallow tidal lagoons. There may be several other archaeological features associated with the site and extending beyond the current site, that now lies beneath the post-1931 structural development. Further archaeomagnetic studies on these features, if uncovered, may provide crucial information about the variation of the local geomagnetic field, and of history of occupation of the area.
Penerapan Desain Busana Pesta Malam dengan Sumber Ide Lampion
Authors: Machda Liza Fitriyah , Kharnolis Mein
Published: May 2023

Lampion adalah sebuah benda dekoratif yang biasanya terbuat dari kertas tipis yang dilapisi dengan rangka yang kuat dan diberi lubang-lubang kecil untuk memancarkan cahaya. Lampion biasanya digunakan untuk keperluan perayaan, dekorasi, atau kegiatan festival. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hasil penerapan sumber ide lampion pada desain busana pesta malam. Proses desain yang dilakukan meliputi proses perancangan, proses pembuatan dan hasil jadi busana pesta. Proses perancangan terdiri dari tiga tahap yaitu menentukan sumber ide, pengembangan desain, pemilihan desain yang diwujudkan dan pemilihan bahan. Desain yang diwujudkan terdiri dari three pieces yaitu dress dalam yang berupa mini skirt dan bustier, lengan balon yang terpisah, dan bagian luar terdapat rok balon. Untuk membuat rok balon digunakan kerangka besi dari bahan almini. Untuk membuat rok balon, pertama adalah menentukan ukuran rok, kemudian memotong plat almini sesuai ukuran yang telah di tentukan, menggabungkan tiap jeruji almini secara horizontal dan vertical dengan cara di las hingga membentuk lingkaran. Selanjutnya adalah membuat pola dengan sistem drapping berupa rok setengah lingkar pada kerangka, setelah itu menandai garis pinggang pada pola toile.

A lantern is a decorative object usually made of thin paper covered with a strong frame and given small holes to emit light. Lanterns are usually used for celebration, decoration, or festival activities. The purpose of this study was to determine the results of the application of lantern idea sources in evening wear. The design process carried out includes the design process, the manufacturing process, and the description of evening wear results. The design process consists of three stages, namely determining the source of ideas, developing designs, selecting embodied designs, and selecting materials. The final design that was realized consisted of three pieces, namely an inner dress in the form of a mini skirt and bustier, separate balloon sleeves, and outer in the form of a balloon skirt. To make balloon skirts used iron frame from almini material. To make a balloon skirt, first is to determine the size of the skirt, then cut the almini plate according to the predetermined size, combining each almini bar horizontally and vertically by welding it to form a circle. Next is to make a pattern with a drapping system in the form of a skirt half circumference on the skeleton, after that mark the waistline on the toile pattern.
Eksplorasi Ragam Hias Komodo dengan Teknik Lekapan Tali Pada Gaun Pengantin
Authors: Putri Jane Fitria Ananda , Suhartini Ratna
Published: May 2023

Komodo merupakan spesies biawak besar yang terdapat di pulau komodo, yang sering dijadikan sebagai ragam hias fauna di daeah Nusa Tenggara Timur. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui proses eksploarsi ragam hias komodo dengan teknik lekapan tali pada gaun pengantin. Artikel ini menggunakan pendekatan penelitian penciptaan karya double diamond model, yang terdiri dari 4 tahapan yaitu discover, define, develop, dan deliver, ditambah dengan pengumpulan data menggunakan penilaian produk. Pengambilan data dengan mengambil lembar penilaian dengan jumlah penilai ahli sebanyak 4 orang dari dosen tata busana Unesa. Metode analisis data menggunakan metode deskriptif, dengan menghitung nilai rata-rata berdasarkan aspek penilaian produk. Proses penerapan lekapan tali dan ruffle di mulai dengan memotong kain satin lalu membentuk tali-tali atau sengkelit. Kemudian tali-tali tersebut dilekapkan pada permukaan kain tile yang polanya membentuk ragam hias komodo dengan dilekapkan mengunakan tusuk balut. Lalu mengatur peletakan lekapan tali pada bagian muka dan belakang busana.  Hasil jadi eksplorasi ragam hias komodo dengan teknik lekapan tali pada gaun pengantin mendapat nilai dengan kategori sangat baik dengan rata-rata hasil penilaian 4,625.

Komodo is a large monitor lizard species found on the island of Komodo, which is often used as a variety of ornamental fauna in East Nusa Tenggara.  The purpose of this study was to determine the process of exploring the variety of Komodo dragon ornaments with the rope fixture technique on wedding dresses.  This article uses a research approach to the creation of double diamond model, which consists of 4 stages, namely discover, define, develop, and deliver, plus data collection using product assessment. Data collection by taking an assessment sheet with the number of expert assessors as many as 4 people from Unesa fashion design lecturers. The data analysis method uses a descriptive method, by calculating the average value based on aspects of product valuation. The process of applying rope and ruffle fixtures begins with cutting satin fabric and then forming ropes or stings. Then the ropes are stretched on the surface of the tile cloth whose pattern forms a variety of Komodo dragon ornaments by stretched using a wrap band. Then adjust the placement of the strap on the face and back of the clothes. The results of exploring the variety of Komodo dragons with rope techniques on wedding dresses received a score in the very good category with an average assessment result of 4,625.
Twenty-First Century Learning (21 CL) – South African Private Secondary Schools in KwaZulu-Natal
Authors: Naidoo Michael , Proches Gerwel , James Angela
Published: May 2023

Globally, many educational systems were designed to produce a labour force to meet the requirements of previous industrial revolutions. Currently, in the fourth industrial revolution, the world is undergoing profound changes in all spheres. Learners need to be prepared for a future with novel jobs, radical information and communication technology (ICT), and global problems never previously encountered. Many countries have therefore, moved from traditional approaches to education, to 21 CL. 21 CL is application-driven, student- focused;, and it incorporates intellectual, social, and emotional aptitudes. The purpose of this research is to provide an in-depth analysis of the 21 CL pedagogy. The study, therefore, investigates how some private South African secondary schools interpret and enact with 21 CL. The research is embedded in the positivist and interpretivist paradigms. The study utilizes a mixed-method research approach, because both quantitative and qualitative data are required to achieve the research objectives. The research strategy used was a case study, specifically a multiple-case study design. This research provides a more theoretical and practical information regarding the successful interpretation and enactment of 21 CL, in private secondary schools in KwaZulu-Natal. The research also provides current information on 21 CL globally. The research findings revealed that private secondary schools in KwaZulu-Natal were only in the initial stages of changing to 21 CL. The findings also revealed that the change to 21 Cl can be facilitated by the design of a sustainable vision and well-defined plan of execution, as well as the effective training of school leaders.
Fostering Resilience in South African Township Primary School Teachers
Authors: Luzaan Schlebusch , Gawie Schlebusch , Matjeane Lineo
Published: May 2023

Resilience is needed for township teachers to overcome their stressful classroom and school environment. The main objective of this paper is to examine the role of teacher resilience in enabling them to respond positively to challenges they encounter. To address these challenges, the study explored the fostering of resilience in township primary school teachers in the Lejweleputswa District of the Free State Province in South Africa. A qualitative approach was followed as it allowed the researchers to gather the necessary in-depth data based on the opinions, experiences, and beliefs of the participants. The sample of the study consisted of two principals, two heads of department, and thirty-three teachers from two township primary schools. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and open-ended questionnaires. The study's major findings revealed that the most common challenges adversely affecting teachers’ resilience were a lack of teaching and learning resources, a negative work atmosphere, and overcrowded classes. The study recommends that the fostering of resilience should be brought about by school management teams (SMT) implementing the Resilience Wheel model in support of teachers’ resilience regardless of the challenges they faced.
Malaysian English Language Teachers’ Willingness, Readiness, Needs and Wants to Develop Graphic Oral History ELT Materials
Authors: Mustafa Ibrahim Said Ahmed , Abdul Aziz Azlina , Mohd Said Nur Ehsan , Ismail Hanita Hanim
Published: May 2023

Non-native English language teachers have long been de-professionalized being adopters of preponderant globalized English language teaching (ELT) coursebooks that offer an insignificant contribution to their students’ English language learning. This has spurred the design of the “Innovations in Materials Development” (IMD) module to train Malaysian English language teachers in developing graphic oral history ELT materials. This study reports on the initial (needs analysis) phase of the instructional design of the module; not only did the researchers examine the teachers’ willingness and readiness to develop their ELT materials, but they also investigated the teachers’ needs and wants to inform the design of the module. Qualitative findings from in-depth semi-structured individual interviews with five Malaysian in-service English language teachers showed that the teachers are willing to adopt the materials developer role; however, they are not ready as they lack ELT materials development experiences and training. In the context of the prospective module, they need training comprising ELT materials development principles and oral history and graphic novels as pedagogical tools. Moreover, the teachers expressed that they want the training to be practical and to involve group work, guidance, and materials samples. These findings established the need for the IMD module and helped the researchers identify and formulate the specific needs and wants of the teachers for the training to be efficient.
Pendayagunaan Dana Sosial Bank Syariah Melalui Platform Financial Technology untuk Pemberdayaan UMKM pada Era Digital
Authors: Andrean Rizky , Nor Fatmah Rahmawati  , M. Khoirul Fikri  , Agus Fakhrina
Published: May 2023

This study aims to describe the empowerment of MSMEs in the digital era based on the utilization of social funds by Islamic banks through financial technology platforms. This research is qualitative research with a type of literature research. This study uses secondary data sourced from books, scientific journals, mass media news, as well as sources from the internet which are considered credible and of both national and international standards and are relevant to the matter being studied. Apart from that, to support this research, primary data sources were also used which came from the results of interviews which were studied further through focus group discussion (FGD) activities. The results of the study show that Indonesia is a country with a large potential for MSMEs. The main problem faced in empowering MSMEs is limited access to financing because many MSMEs are not yet bankable. On the other hand, Indonesia also has alternative potential for MSME financing through the utilization of Islamic bank social funds consisting of zakat companies and corporate social responsibility (CSR). In the digital era, this financing can be channeled through financial technology platforms. To be more competitive, the benefits of MSME beneficiaries are not only access to financing but also business empowerment outside of financing aspects such as training and so on provided by the MSME Center which is owned/formed by the financial technology platform.
Semi-empirical method for the bearing capacity of continuous flight auger piles based on installation energy
Authors: Silva Carlos , Camapum de Carvalho José
Published: May 2023

The prediction of load capacity and the control of the execution of the Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) piles are often exercised with components of empiricism and intuition. This fact is often added to the uncertainties arising from the formation of the soils and the limitations of preliminary studies that support the project design. In this context, aiming to aid the executive control of CFA, a semi-empirical method is proposed based on the soil type, geometric dimensions of the piles, and the installation energy obtained during the pile excavation. The method makes it possible to determine the CFA pile load capacity during the execution process of each pile of pilling. As a consequence of the proposed method, the settlement of each pile can be controlled through the quantification of the energy required or the work carried out to excavate each pile through a specific software installed in the machinery monitoring system that increases the safety and reliability of the piling.
Effect of SnCl2 heat treatment on SnS thin films deposited by RF sputtering
Authors: ÇİRİŞ Ali
Published: May 2023

In this study, the effect of SnCl2 treatment on SnS thin films was investigated. SnS thin films were grown by RF sputtering and SnCl2 treatment was applied by wet chemical processing. The samples grouped as SnCl2 heat treated, annealed, as dep. were subjected to annealing in air atm. The as dep. sample grew in the orthorhombic SnS phase. Annealing of the SnS sample in air environment led to the formation of orthorhombic SnS as well as non-dominant SnS2 and SnO2 phases. It was found that applying SnCl2 heat treatment to SnS deteriorated the crystallization and especially the SnO2 oxide phase became more dominant. Raman spectra confirmed the presence of SnS and SnS2 phases in the samples, but no evidence of SnO2 phase was found. SEM images showed bladelike, dense grain formation in the as dep. and annealed samples. However, SnCl2 heat treatment completely changed the surface morphology of the sample, causing it to transform into a structure consisting of several domains split by deep fractures. EDS revealed a distinct Sn-rich composition of the as dep. and annealed samples (Sn/S~1.2). On the other hand, SnCl2 heat treatment caused a massive loss of sulfur in the atomic distribution of the SnS and it was seen that the Sn/S ratio increased to around 7.5. The band gaps of the as dep. and annelaed samples were calculated as 1.43 eV and 1.45, respectively. However, SnCl2 heat treatment led to an increase to 1.56 eV of the band gap. Analysis results show that SnCl2 treatment by the wet processing causes a significant change on the characteristics of SnS thin film. In this context, it can be said that SnCl2 heat treatment can be further improved with optimization processes.
Truncus arteriosus with meandering pulmonary arteries
Authors: Oteyaka Emre , Kuguoglu Okan Eren , Sari Gizem , Basunlu Mehmet Turan , Yozgat Yilmaz , Ugurlucan Murat , Turkoglu Halil
Published: May 2023

Truncus arteriosus is a rare, cyanotic, and congenital heart defect occurring due to failure in the differentiation of the aorta and the pulmonary artery during fetal development. The disease is categorized into four sub-categories in the Van Praagh and Collett & Edwards classification systems according to the origin of the pulmonary arteries. Surgical correction of the pulmonary arteries and repair of the ventricular septal defect is the preferred treatment strategy of choice; this intervention is required early in life. Here, we report a four-month-old baby with truncus arteriosus consisting of atypical pulmonary anatomy undefined by either the Van Praagh or the Collett & Edwards classification systems who underwent successful corrective surgery.
Corporate Social Responsibility and Reputation: A Study on Top 100 Companies Operating in India
Authors: Baruah Loopamudra , Panda N.M.
Published: May 2023

The corporate social responsibility (CSR) performance of a company enhances a company’s credibility, thereby influencing the perception of its stakeholders in improving the corporate reputation of a company. This study examines this claim by empirically investigating the CSR performance of India’s top 100 companies and its impact on their reputational status. We have employed the panel-corrected standard error model by controlling companies’ financial performance, size, age, and market risk to analyze the impact of CSR performance on reputation. The result of the analysis is contradictory to the common belief that CSR positively impacts reputation building. Although this study is not novel in nature, it is incremental to the current literature as this study is conducted from an Indian perspective (where no study has been conducted as per our knowledge). This study uses data that are more objective and concrete than those of previous studies, making this study another valuable addition to the extant literature as it is an improvement over the previous study.
Role of Country Governance for Improved Environmental Performance
Authors: Ong Tze San , Soh Wei Ni , Tan Chee Leong , Teh Boon Heng , Ong Tze Chin
Published: May 2023

Environmental issues are gaining significant attention at the organizational and country levels because of the growing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. This study aimed to examine the relationship between country governance (CG) and environmental protection (EP) at the country level. In addition, the study further examined the outcome of EP in developing and developed countries. Neoliberal environmental governance theory was used as an underpinning theory. The data for CG were obtained from the Worldwide Governance Indicators and Environmental Performance Index for the period between 2006 and 2016. Two control variables, namely, Primary School Enrollment and Country Population, were also considered. The panel regression model was used for data analysis. The findings revealed that CG had a significant relationship with EP. Considering that governments have the power to foster governance practices, companies are prompted to enhance their governance performance, invariably leading to greater engagement in sustainability by improving their regulatory environment and enforcement mechanisms. The findings of the study will assist policymakers and decision-makers in setting priorities for the government to achieve sustainable development goals.
Auditors’ Perspective of Audit Quality during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Evidence from the United Arab Emirates
Authors: Grassa Rihab , Obaidallah Ibrahim , Hamza Mouna
Published: May 2023

During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, external auditors have faced unforeseen logistical challenges as they had to audit financial statements remotely. Definitively, the new circumstances had various impacts on audit quality. This study explores the effect of social distancing owing to the COVID-19 outbreak on the quality of financial audits in the United Arab Emirates. To this end, we conducted 11 semi-structured interviews with audit partners and directors from BIG 4 audit firms. The findings from the content analysis of these interviews show that during the pandemic, external auditors faced different challenges in maintaining the quality of financial audits. Indeed, the lockdown imposed by the pandemic has largely affected materiality and risk assessments, audit procedures and collection of evidence, and auditors’ performance and efficiency efforts. It also increased cyber risk. These conclusions stress the importance of investing in blockchain and artificial intelligence to resolve similar challenges in the future. Blockchain technology would, in fact, be an ultimate solution in similar circumstances as it permits enhancing the efficiency and adaptability of communication between auditors and auditee firms, which can in turn promote the quality of the financial reporting and audit.
Analysis of Financial Ratio Determinants for Increasing Operating Profit in MSMEs Service Sector: an Empirical Case Study from Barber Shop Business in Indonesia
Authors: Khadafi Muammar , Marzuki Marzuki , Akhyar Chairil , Chalirafi Chalirafi , Fuadi Fuadi , Sinta Irada , Ilham Rico Nur
Published: May 2023

This study aims to analyze the Financial Ratios of MSMEs in the haircut service sector at Raden The Barber Banda Aceh from 2015-2019. The data analysis method used in this study uses Profitability Ratios, Liquidity Ratios, Solvency Ratios and Activity Ratios to assess Financial Performance, in accordance with the regulations stipulated by the Decree of the Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises of the Republic of Indonesia No. 06/Per/M.KUKM/V/2006. From the results of data analysis, it can be seen that the Profitability Ratio of Raden The Barber Banda Aceh from 2015-2019 can be said to be good, with indicators of GPM (99.35%), NPM (56.78%) and ROA (18.26%), with an overall indicator has a value greater than 10%. The results of the analysis of the Liquidity Ratio of Raden The Barber Banda Aceh from 2015-2019 can be said to be good, with the QR (622.97%) and CR (695.41%) indicators with overall indicators having values greater than 200%. Furthermore, the results of the Solvency Ratio analysis of Raden The Barber Banda Aceh from 2015-2019 can be said to be good, with the DAR indicator (1.45%) which has a value less than 40%. Finally, the results of the analysis of Raden The Barber Banda Aceh's Activity Ratio from 2015-2019 can be said to be good, with indicators of TATO (32.11%) and RTO (15.13%), with overall indicators having values greater than 10%.