bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Meningkatkan Keaktifan, Komunikasi, Kolaborasi, Dan Hasil Belajar Matematika Siswa Melalui Penerapan Model PBL
Authors: Arbain Arbain , Anjani Novi , Sirad La Ode , Halidin Halidin
Published: May 2024

Hal yang mendasari penelitian ini adalah adanya temuan beberapa permasalahan di MTS An-Nur Rantebaru, yaitu pembelajaran masih bersifat tradisional, sumber belajar terbatas pada penjelasan guru, siswa kesulitan memecahkan masalah matematis, dan hasil belajar matematika siswa rata-rata berada di bawah KKM. Penelitian tindakan kelas ini dilakukan sebagai upaya perbaikan pembelajaran dengan tujuan meningkatkan keaktifan, komunikasi, kolaborasi, dan hasil belajar matematika siswa melalui penerapan model PBL dengan perpaduan metode ceramah, peer teaching, dan diskusi serta menggunakan LKPD. Subyek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VII MTS An-Nur Rantebaru yang terdiri dari 25 orang siswa. Teknik analisis data menggunakan analisis deskriptif kualitatif dan deskriptif kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan peningkatan aktivitas siswa dan aktivitas guru dalam proses pembelajaran di setiap pertemuan pada setiap siklus. Demikian juga keaktifan, komunikasi, kolaborasi dan hasil belajar siswa meningkat setiap pertemuan. Penelitian dinyatakan berhasil pada siklus II dengan capaian: keterlaksanaan pembelajaran untuk aktivitas guru sebesar 95,24%; aktivitas siswa sebesar 82,22%; sebanyak 80% siswa berada pada kategori aktif atau sangat aktif; 84% siswa komunikatif atau sangat komunikatif; 88% siswa kolaboratif atau sangat kolaboratif; dan sebanyak 84% siswa telah memenuhi atau melampaui nilai KKM.
Pengembangan Mobile-Learning SARITHA-Apps Untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Dan Berpikir Kritis Mahasiswa S1 Pendidikan Biologi Universitas Palangka Raya
Authors: E. B. Dopo Elda Susanti , Haryono Agus , Uda Saritha Kittie
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan mobile-learning SARITHA-Apps, mendeskripsikan validitas produk, menganalisis pengembangan mobile-learning SARITHA-Apps terhadap peningkatan hasil belajar dan berpikir kritis mahasiswa S1 di Program Studi Pendidikan Biologi, FKIP Universitas Palangka Raya. Penelitian ini mengacu pada desain pengembangan ADDIE dan pengumpulan data menggunakan lembar kuesioner, lembar penilain ahli media dan lembar penilaian ahli materi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan: (1) telah dihasilkan satu produk hasil pengembangan Mobile-Learning materi Ilmu Pengetahuan Lingkungan yaitu Aplikasi Mobile-Learning SARITHA-Apps; (2) Hasil rerata penilaian Tim Ahli terhadap kelayakan instrument dan produk Aplikasi Mobile-Learning SARITHA-Apps adalah 91% yang berarti berada pada kualifikasi “Sangat Layak”; (2) Aplikasi Mobile-Learning SARITHA-Apps mampu meningkatkan hasil belajar mahasiswa untuk materi ilmu pengetahuan lingkungan yaitu dengan N-Gain 0,4 yang berarti berada pada kategori “Sedang”; (3) hasil belajar Mahasiswa menurut kemampuan berpikir kritis dari soal yang diberikan didapati bahwa indikator eksplanasi memiliki nilai peningkatan persentase tertinggi yaitu sebesar 6% dibandingkan dengan peningkatan persentase pada indikator berpikir kritis lainnya, dimana indikator pengaturan diri sebesar 5%, sedangkan indikator analisis dan indikator inferensi sebesar 2%.
Cadmium nanocluster as a safe nanocarrier: biodistribution in BALB/c mice and application to carry crocin to breast cancer cell lines
Authors: Jafarisani Moslem , Hashemi S. Ali , Faridi Nassim , Mousavi Mir F. , Bathaie S. Zahra
Published: May 2024

Aim: Metal nanoclusters are emerging nanomaterials applicable for drug delivery. Here, the toxicity and oxidative stress induction of divalent cationic cadmium (Cd2+) was compared with a Cd in the form of nanocluster. Then, it was used for targeted drug delivery into breast cancer cell lines.
Methods: Using a green chemistry route, a Cd nanocluster (Cd-NC) was synthesized based on bovine serum albumin. After characterization, its genotoxicity and oxidative stress induction were studied in both in vitro and in vivo. After that, it was conjugated with hyaluronic acid (HA). The efficiency of hyaloronized-Cd-CN (HA-Cd-NC) for loading and releasing crocin (Cro), an anticancer phytochemical, was studied. Finally, it was applied for cell death induction in a panel of breast cancer cell lines.
Results: The comet assay results indicated that, unlike Cd2+ and potassium permanganate (KMnO4), no genotoxicity and oxidative stress was induced by Cd-NC in vitro. Then, the pharmacokinetics of this Cd-NC was studied in vivo. The data showed that Cd-NC has accumulated in the liver and excreted from the feces of mice. Unlike Cd2+, no toxicity and oxidative stress were induced by this Cd-NC in animal tissues. Then, the Cd-NC was targeted toward breast cancer cells by adding HA, a ligand for the CD44 cell surface receptor. After that, Cro was loaded on HA-Cd-NC and it was used for the treatment of a panel of human breast cancer cell lines with varying degrees of CD44. The half-maximal drug inhibitory concentration (IC50) of Cro was significantly decreased when it was loaded on HA-Cd-NC, especially in MDA-MB-468 with a higher degree of CD44 at the surface. These results indicate the higher toxicity of Cro toward breast cancers when carried out by HA-Cd-NC.
Conclusions: The Cd-NC was completely safe and is a promising candidate for delivering anticancer drugs/phytochemicals into the targeted breast tumors.
New chatGPT 3.5 Instruction (Prompt) to Calculate Statistical Indicators for Student Graduation Projects
Authors: Okulich-Kazarin Valery
Published: May 2024

The paper aims to develop a new chatGPT 3.5 instruction (prompt) for computing statistical indicators in student graduation projects. A bibliometric analysis of 79606 sources published in the Scopus database revealed a high level of interest in solving problems related to "graduation projects" and "statistical indicators." Numerous studies emphasize the importance of probability and statistics education. Concurrently, educators are advised to abandon teaching manual calculation methods to students. ChatGPT could serve as a modern tool for computing statistical indicators. Modern methods employed in this research included reviewing scientific literature, analysis and synthesis, bibliometric analysis, mathematical modeling, computation of statistical indicators, and verification of statistical hypotheses using Z-statistics. Five examples of calculating statistical indicators are provided in this paper. Three tools were used for computing statistical indicators, with the new chatGPT 3.5 instruction (prompt) serving as the experimental method, while Excel tables and Windows calculator were used as control methods. Verification of statistical hypotheses using Z-statistics demonstrated the equality of results between experimental and control methods. The standard testing level was set at α = 0.05. The novelty of this work lies in the creation of the new chatGPT 3.5 instruction (prompt) for computing statistical indicators in student graduation projects. Additionally, a User's Guide has been published. The practical value of this work lies in reducing the time and simplifying the method for computing statistical indicators in preparing graduation projects, as well as in improving their quality. An additional benefit is the expanded use of computers for educational purposes.
Effects of Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields on the Nervous System. In vitro Experiments (Review)
Authors:   Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Khorseva Natalia I. , Grigoriev Pavel E. ,   Sevastopol State University,   Sechenov Academic Research Institute of Physical Methods of Treatment, Medical Climatology and Rehabilitation
Published: May 2024

The effects of mobile communications on the population, primarily on children and adolescents as the cohort most vulnerable to any environmental factors, dictates the need for a thorough investigation into the impact of radio frequency electromagnetic fields (RF EMF) on the central nervous system (CNS) as the main target of their action. In this regard, the analysis of experimental data as an indirect assessment of possible negative changes in the body of young animals under the influence of RF EMF, including 5G and Wi-Fi, is highly relevant. We performed a systematization of experimental data, which will be presented in two parts: in vitro and in vivo experiments. This article introduces materials indicating both diversity of approaches to studying the effects of RF EMF on the central nervous system and difficulties of systematizing the results of the experiments. The analysis of literature data showed that, despite the numerous studies into the effects of RF EMF in vitro, CNS cell cultures are used rather rarely. However, this paper examines in detail the results of in vitro experiments: changes in the action potential, morphological changes in cells and the myelin sheath, and changes in the permeability of the blood–brain barrier (using cultures of only nerve cells). It was established that, despite some inconsistency in the results obtained, most studies indicate a negative effect of RF EMF on CNS cells. The morphological and histological changes in CNS structures under the influence of RF EMF will be presented in the next part of the review.
Visual-Verbal Information Processing During Passive Reading and Categorization of Words in a Phrase
Authors:   Privolzhsky Research Medical University, Nuzhina Natal’ya S. , Prodius Petr A. ,   Privolzhsky Research Medical University,   National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod,   Nizhny Novgorod State Agrotechnological University, Mukhina Irina V. ,   Privolzhsky Research Medical University,   National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study was to identify neurophysiological differences in information processing by the brain during passive reading and semantic categorization of individual words within a phrase. Materials and methods. The research involved 25 natural science students of Nizhny Novgorod universities. In the course of the experiment, the subjects were presented with word combinations consisting of an attribute and a noun on a computer monitor. In the first series of presentations, the task was to classify the attribute (target condition) and read the noun (non-target condition), in the second, to classify the noun and read the attribute. This allowed us to assess the restructuring of information processing when changing the task within a phrase, as well as to compare the processing of the word in the first and second positions in the target and non-target conditions. Using the 21-channel Neuron-Spectrum-4/VPM electroencephalograph (Neurosoft, Russia), event-related potentials (ERPs) obtained during the response to presented stimuli were recorded. Results. No differences were observed in attribute processing between the target and non-target conditions when tasks changed. For nouns, differences were revealed in ERP components between the target and non-target conditions. There was a more pronounced peak of the P200 component, a less pronounced peak of the N400 and a late negative wave of the N700 component during the categorization of nouns compared to their passive reading. Thus, when performing different tasks within a phrase, the brain changes the nature of verbal information processing, which is manifested in strengthening early lexical access, followed by the facilitation of lexico-semantic processing and activation of cognitive control mechanisms at the latest stages during the categorization of the second word in a phrase (noun) compared to its passive reading.
COVID-19 ir virškinamojo trakto komplikacijos
Authors: Minelgienė Rūta , Remeikė Ginta , Vaičiulytė Donata , Mikutavičiūtė Berta , Rimkus Deividas
Published: May 2024

COVID-19 pandemija sukėlė precedento neturinčią pasaulinę sveikatos krizę. Nors pradiniuose COVID-19 tyrimuose daugiausia dėmesio skiriama ūminiams kvėpavimo takų simptomams, vis daugiau tyrimų rodo, kad viruso poveikis apima ne tik ūminę, bet ir lėtinę fazę, kitaip – pokovidinį sindromą (angl. post-acute COVID-19 syndrome). Virškinamojo trakto simptomai tapo svarbiu pokovidinio sindromo komponentu, nes vis dažniau pranešama apie pacientus, kuriems po pasveikimo nuo ūminės infekcijos pasireiškia įvairūs virškinamojo trakto sutrikimai. Šiame straipsnyje gilinamasi į įvairiapusį poūminio COVID-19 virškinamojo trakto sindromo pobūdį, nagrinėjamos jo klinikinės apraiškos, epidemiologija, galimi pagrindiniai mechanizmai, diagnostiniai iššūkiai ir klinikinio valdymo pasekmės. Išanalizavus sudėtingus viruso ir virškinamojo trakto sistemos ryšius, galima įgyti vertingų įžvalgų apie šį sudėtingą sindromą ir sudaryti sąlygas geresnei pacientų priežiūrai bei tikslinėms intervencijoms.
Retrobulbarinis neuritas. Klinikinis atvejis ir literatūros apžvalga
Authors: Mozūrė Asta , Simanauskas Kazys
Published: May 2024

Šiame straipsnyje pateikiamas klinikinis 31 metų moters, kuriai klaidingai diagnozuota kairiojo trišakio nervo neuralgija, atvejis. Prastėjant regai, didėjant akies skausmui, šeimos gydytojas pacientei įtarė retrobulbarinį neuritą, kurio diagnozė vėliau patvirtinta. Straipsnyje aptariama optinio neurito klinika, klinikinis tyrimas, padedantis įtarti optinį neuritą pirminėje sveikatos priežiūros grandyje, bei diferencinė diagnostika.
Transformasi Kurikulum Madrasah Strategi Integrasi Kecerdasan Spritual Dalam Kurikulum Fiqih di Madrasah Tsanawiyah
Authors: Agus  Samsul Nahar  , Deden Kurnia Adam  , Euis Komala  , Badruddin  , Qiqi Zakiah Yulianti
Published: May 2024

The background to the problem is the importance of transforming the Madrasah curriculum into spiritual intelligence strategies in the Fiqh curriculum at Madrasah Tsanawiyah. To answer the challenges of the times and advances in the world of education, the research methodology used is a descriptive qualitative method and a literary bibliography in the form of books. and internet. The research objective is to find out about implementation. obstacles and outcomes. The first implementation is to carry out direction (commanding), guidance (directing) and communication (communication). Second, implementation (actuating) is nothing but an effort to make planning a reality, through various directions and motivations so that each student can carry out activities optimally in accordance with their roles, duties and responsibilities. Spiritual intelligence strategy is a person's ability to surrender to God. and enjoy every reality and give meaning to worship in every behavior and activity through steps and thoughts that are natural towards the whole human being (hanif) and have a monotheistic (integralistic) thought pattern. Spiritual intelligence is the perfection of the development of the mind (such as intelligence, sharpness of mind), while "Spiritual" is psychological (spiritual, inner). Obstacles are circumstances that can cause implementation to be disrupted and not carried out well. The results achieved are setting life goals. The first step to increasing spiritual intelligence is by setting life goals. Understanding one's inner values. A person's inner values can shape beliefs, direct behavior and choices, and at the same time influence feelings about aqidah, morals and spiritual intelligence, ensuring that all elements work in balance.
Kelayakan Pop up Book Sub Materi Keanekaragaman Hayati
Authors: Widianti  , Syamswisna  , Titin
Published: May 2024

The aim of this research is to determine how the media pop up in learning biology sub-material utilization of biodiversity based on the results of ethnobotany high blood pressure reduction drugs in the village of Mekar Main district of Ketapang. The technique used is with interviews, observations, and documentation which is a combination of triangulation techniques. The media validation of the pop-up book with a validator of five people, including a professor of Biology Education at FKIP University tanjungpura consisted of two people, and a teacher of biology subjects consisting of three people from different high schools/MAs. Validation analysis of pop up book media using Lawshe's formula, with 12 evaluation criteria, obtained a CVI score of 0.96 and considered valid. This means that the pop-up book media is worthy and can be used as a biology learning medium on biodiversity exploitation sub-materials.
Analysis of Autism Incidence in High IQ Societies
Authors: Agrela Rodrigues Fabiano de Abreu , Henrique dos Santos Nascimento Flávio , Silva Gizela , Kamimura Hitty-Ko
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the prevalence of autistic traits among individuals with high IQ, specifically in populations whose admission to high-IQ societies requires a score in the 98ᵗʰ percentile or above. The investigation incorporates a meticulous bibliographic review, complemented by interviews with representatives from high-IQ societies such as Intertel, Infinity International Society (IIS), ePiq, and ISI Society. These societies report the absence of an explicit criterion for autism diagnosis during the admission process, which is based solely on supervised psychometric IQ tests. Nonetheless, these organizations acknowledge a notable incidence of IQ reports coinciding with preexisting autism diagnoses but do not believe they constitute the majority or even half of the individuals. A survey conducted with members of the “Gifted” group, represented by high-IQ individuals from various nationalities with a predominance of Europeans and Brazilians, revealed that while the majority of participants had taken IQ tests, those diagnosed with autism did not constitute the majority. This phenomenon suggests a significant barrier in the comprehensive assessment of autism in contexts where the primary focus is intelligence measurement. This study implies the need for a deeper integration of neuropsychological diagnoses into the admission processes of these societies for a more precise mapping of the intersections between high IQ and autistic traits.
Principios del Derecho Penal en el Ecuador
Authors: Chiluiza Naranjo Elva Elizabeth
Published: May 2024

El desarrollo de este estudio objetivo general se basó en analizar los principios del derecho penal en el Ecuador. Este problema se identifica de acuerdo con el requerimiento de analizar las situaciones en específica que enfrente los procesos de justicia penal en cuanto a la práctica, como situaciones de corrupción, déficit de recursos, procesos lentos, inconsistencia en la interpretación de las leyes por parte de los procesos judiciales. En la metodología, el enfoque de este estudio exploratorio, al adoptar un enfoque exploratorio, se busca profundizar en la naturaleza y el alcance de estos principios, el tipo de estudio cualitativo, se prioriza la calidad sobre la cantidad, permitiendo una exploración detallada de las percepciones, experiencias y opiniones. En los resultados, resalta la prevalencia de la legalidad y la seguridad jurídica, la exposición del autor señala presiones políticas y la necesidad de mejoras en la protección de los derechos humanos, se observa una aplicación consistente del principio de igualdad ante la ley en los procesos judiciales, donde todos los individuos son tratados de manera equitativa y sin discriminación, independientemente de su estatus social, económico o cultural.
Modern Enlightenment in China from the Chinese-Western Rites Controversy
Authors: 胡晓利
Published: May 2024

The Sino-Western Rites Controversy was a controversy sparked by the missionaries during their missionary work in China. The focus of the controversy is whether Chinese customs such as ancestor worship, Confucius worship and heavenly worship are contrary to the principles of the Catholic belief, and whether a policy of tolerance should be adopted in view of the special circumstances of Chinese customs. They argued fiercely and defended for their own positions, but in the end they failed to find a way to reconcile, as a result, both sides refused to compromise. The rite controversy between China and western countries was a prelude to the fusion of Chinese and western culture. At that time, China was still able to debate with them as an equal party and made corresponding moves to prohibit missionary work. After the Opium War, China lost the conditions for exercising its free will, and was simply carried along by the world trends. On the surface, the ritual controversy was a clash of religions and customs between two different civilizations, and impacts was limited to missionaries and Chinese believers, but it actually reflected deeper cultural issues. Chinese culture is a complete system independent of other cultures, with its own logic of operation, and when it meets with western culture, Chinese culture still maintains its traditional patterns, with a very distinctive cultural characteristic. Hidden behind the rites controversy is a broader conflict of cultural modes of thinking, and it is these irreconcilable factors that led to the obstruction of Chinese enlightenment. Therefore, this article will study the deeper structure of Chinese and Western way of thinking from the face of this rites controversy, and the inspiration brought by the collision of the two cultures, by which China's future path of enlightenment may be get inspired.
Belief as Trust：A Study Based on Religious Philosophy
Authors: Congcong Bi
Published: May 2024

In religion, when people speak of action, they always mean the body first. Since the body is more or less considered to lack autonomy as the object of the mind, it is further considered to be obedient. The paradox of the priority of the body over the mind is this: if the mind does not acknowledge authority in advance, the actions of the body are unimaginable; But the attachment of the body is always more powerful than the discernment of the mind, and it quickly transforms confessions into obedience to authority. Therefore, Trust is also a synthesis of belief and action at the psychological level, which comes from the instinct of life and the acceptance of the other, and requires both the feeling of the heart and the decision of the mind. Indeed, it is with the participation of faith and belief that trust truly becomes the full act of the subject: one faces the divine without having to go against one’s will and live a forced, false, careful life. Thus, man’s religious practice acquires a real meaning: action is not a condescension or physical habit, and ritual truly communicates the sacred and the mundane in the form of symbols (bodies, objects, time and space, etc.).
The Localization of Integration of Harmony Category and Person Category
Authors: Zemin Tan
Published: May 2024

Since Matteo Ricci has entered China for missionary, systematic exchange and dialogue began and continued today, ZHANG Chunshen is a representative theologian in the meanwhile, he inherited and developed Ricci’s approach of localization. He established his own way that is to supplement Person Category with Harmony Category, and explored Chinese Catholic meditation spirituality. So this article tries to analysis the ZHANG’s syncretic approach between Person category and Harmony category under localization perspective, and introduces the Chinese Catholic meditation spirituality, and explores ZHANG’s contribution to localization.
Is the True Jesus Church a Chinese Indigenous/Independent Pentecostal Denomination? With Special Reference to the Orientalism of Western Scholars toward “Pentecostalism” in the Global South
Authors: Sian-Chin Iap
Published: May 2024

The True Jesus Church has been regarded as a Chinese Indigenous/Independent Pente-costal denomination by scholarship specifically in the area of Global Pentecostal/Charismatic Studies and World Christianity irrespective of those scholar's definitions---inclusive or exclusive. This paper argues that it might be inappropriate for scholarship to define the True Jesus Church as Pentecostals at least for three factors:  1. The refusal from the True Jesus Church to be regarded as Pentecostalism due to its' providential and exclusive self-identity; 2. The primary intent of the establishment of the True Jesus Church was to seek church independence and religious reformation rather than promote Pentecostal spirituality; 3. There is a lack of synchronous network between the True Jesus Church and Pentecostalism both at global and local levels. Also, this paper indicates a latent Orientalism among Western scholars of Pentecostalism based on an exotic imagination and representation of Non-Western Christianity enhanced by the complicity of Orients and native informants.
The Dominance of Human Resource Management Practices Over the Financial Performance in Malaysian Companies
Authors: Nurul Nabilah Yahaya
Published: May 2024

The intense and continues changes in working environment lead the companies in Malaysia to gain and conquer the competitive advantages in order to compete well with other competitors in the market and with effective utilization of Human Resource Management in the aspect of its practices, companies will able to gain the advantages not only in terms of human capital, as well as increase in performance in general including the financial performance. The ignorance on the domain hold by the Human Resource Management had shown that companies tend to neglect the essential of human resource practices and focus on the continuity of business affair especially after the pandemic strikes. Thus, this paper is to gain the put the Human Resource Management practices under the spotlight its deserved through the scope of financial performance. This study applying the literature review technique on the secondary resources that are relevant to human resource practices and financial performance aspect. Therefore, through this paper the corporate sectors in Malaysia can be alert on the influence of human resource practices had in order to steer company upon the desirable outcome such as profitable return and boost in term of financial performance.
Tourist Preferences, the Use of Social Media, and Travel Behaviours among Youth in Malaysia
Authors: Siti Yuliandi Ahmad  , Nur Qasdina Asyura Pg Idris
Published: May 2024

The tourism sector in Malaysia plays a significant role in driving economic development, with particular emphasis on the youth travel market. The influence of social media on young individuals' travel preferences and behaviours is of considerable importance. However, there still needs to be more understanding of the specific relationship between tourist preferences, social media use, and travel behaviour among youth in Malaysia. This study aims to determine the relationship using a quantitative research design. A cluster sampling technique was used to select a sample of youth in Malaysia. Data were collected through an online survey and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics Pearson Correlation. The study showed that social media significantly affects young travel behaviour, social media use, and tourist behaviour in Malaysia. The tourist preferences (min=4.352), use of social media (min = 4.005) and travel behaviour (min = 4.238). Pearson Correlation was used to determine the significant relationship between tourist preferences, the use of social media and travel behaviour. The results showed that travel behaviour was positively and significantly correlated with tourist preferences (r = 0.6282, p < 0.01) and the use of social media (r = 0.540, p < 0.01). These results contribute to a better understanding of the relationship between tourist preferences, social media use, and travel behaviour among youth in Malaysia. The findings are also expected to interest tourism marketers and policymakers in developing strategies to attract and retain youth travellers.
Behind the Love and Stories: Rural Learners’ Reasons and Motivations for Learning Mathematics
Authors: Mbhiza Hlamulo Wiseman
Published: May 2024

Research on learners within rural areas and rural schools in South Africa has been consistently overlooked by researchers in the field of mathematics education. If the education landscape in rural areas differs from that of urban areas, which has been extensively researched since the end of apartheid. In that case, it becomes evident that the research on mathematics education in South Africa has not adequately addressed issues of social justice. To address the lack of research on mathematics education in rural contexts in South Africa, this study focuses on exploring the experiences and attitudes of Grade 10 rural mathematics learners. A qualitative multiple case study design was used, involving 12 learners from two different school sites. Data was collected through semi-structured individual interviews and unstructured classroom observations. Fairclough's Critical Discourse Analysis, in conjunction with Anderson's concept of imagination, was employed to analyse the data. The findings revealed that learners anticipate and aspire for mathematics to enhance their opportunities for post-secondary education and employment, which instils a sense of hopefulness and motivates them to better understand mathematical concepts.
A kinetic non-steady state analysis of immobilized enzyme systems with external mass transfer resistance
Authors: Sivakumar M. , Mallikarjuna M. , Senthamarai R.
Published: May 2024

The goal of this paper is to utilize the homotopy perturbation method (HPM) and Laplace transform to provide an approximate analytical expression to the non-linear time-dependent reaction diffusion equation arising in a mathematical model of an immobilized enzyme system with external mass transfer resistance. This mathematical model is a non-steady, non-linear reaction diffusion equation based on Michaelis–Menten kinetics. Approximate analytical expressions are also provided for various geometries of the enzyme catalytic pellets, namely, planar, cylindrical, and spherical. Obtained semi-analytical expressions are proven to fit for all the parameters appearing in the system and for all the geometries of enzyme catalytic pellets. When comparing the numerical and approximate analytical solutions, satisfactory results are obtained. Also, approximate analytical expressions of the effectiveness factor (EF) of the immobilized system are presented, and the effect of parameters on the EF is also analyzed.
Mesoaesthetics: Xenofeminist Writing in Mars and Sweetlust
Authors: Bekavac Luka
Published: May 2024

The paper explores Asja Bakić’s short stories (collected in Mars and Sweetlust) as examples of highly politically charged xenofeminist speculative fiction, merging the regional feminist heritage with contemporary theoretical articulations. It undertakes a threefold approach to Bakić’s work, analysing its resistance to cultural stereotyping and its quest for political agency beyond the confines of the Balkans/Europe binary; its conceptual links to new materialisms, most prominent in Bakić’s non-anthropocentric approach to sexuality and technology; and its evaluation of a writer’s position in the literary field of contemporary capitalism, closely related to questions of writing, style and genre.
United States Pivots to Asia
Authors: Yigit Sureyya
Published: May 2024

The Obama administration announced in 2011 its intention to pivot strategically towards Asia. Ten years later, it was clear that this strategy had evolved, moving from strategic rebalancing to the “Free and Open Indo-Pacific” strategy under Trump. However, had American diplomacy and defence's centre of gravity truly shifted to the Indo-Pacific? Regarding foreign policy, the woefully inadequate President Trump compromised this strategy by withdrawing the United States from the Trans-Pacific Partnership and accelerating the American withdrawal from world affairs when China was consolidating its position in the Indo-Pacific.
The High Seas Treaty
Authors: Mondal Poulomi
Published: May 2024

In the backdrop of the much anticipated and otherwise referred to as the ‘Paris Agreement for the Oceans', signed on September 2023, this chapter aims to address the different facets of global ocean governance and the possible struggles as well as its impact upon realization. Three of the major hurdles for the upcoming ratifications can be in the form of the politics of marine resource cooperation, the race for the high seas' dominion between China and the USA in the Indo-Pacific, and the determination of the already disputed national jurisdiction definitions and the associated responsibilities under international agreements. This treaty raises apprehensions for some geopolitical and geo-economic considerations surrounding the governance of the “Global Common” tracing back to the functioning of popular institutions in the ocean governance framework which simultaneously hinder and facilitate this change.
Samudra Manthan
Authors: Nijhawan Aaryaman
Published: May 2024

In recent years, China has become a dominant power with a formidable blue-water navy in the Indo-Pacific. American power projection in the South China Sea is merely an island in an ocean of enduring Chinese presence. Beijing's growing economic clout, its geopolitical aspirations combined with its grey-zone tactics in the South China Sea has consistently tested the robustness of strategic stability and international maritime law in the region. In light of such developments, the chapter argues that India needs a new Indo-Pacific strategy summarized in a multi-pronged approach. Success for New Delhi rests on four main pillars: (a) consolidating geostrategic relations with critical island nations of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR); (b) deepening multilateral engagements with ASEAN, Japan and Australia, Pacific Island nations; (c) joint naval exercises and maritime expeditions to increase interoperability of navies; and (d) shoring up critical naval warfighting capabilities at critical geostrategic locations such as the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago.
Re-Imagining Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction Towards Building Resilient Rural Communities
Authors: Ziwanai Francis
Published: May 2024

Zimbabwe is prone to a variety of natural and climate-related hazards, which disproportionately affect communities. While community-based disaster risk reduction (CBDRR) initiatives exist in the country, their effectiveness and sustainability in building resilient communities remain limited. There is a need to re-imagine CBDRR approaches in Zimbabwe to address the existing gaps and challenges and enhance community resilience. The aim of the research was to investigate innovative approaches and strategies that can enhance the effectiveness of CBDRR initiatives, particularly in rural areas that are prone to various natural hazards. The research employed a qualitative approach where primary and secondary data sources were used to gather comprehensive insights on the topic. Research findings identified gaps and challenges existing in CBDRR practices which include ineffective community-based early warning systems, centralization of disaster management, inadequate trainings, lack of preparedness, inadequate resources, reactive intervention, and policy gaps. Proposed frameworks and interventions to address these issues were establishment of trained local disaster risk management committee, education and training, preparedness, capacitation of supporting institution, funding, and proactive disaster management intervention in CBDRR efforts. Overall, this research contributes to the ongoing discourse on disaster risk reduction and resilience-building, offering valuable insights and practical recommendations for improving the outcomes of community-based initiatives in rural contexts. The research provides recommendations and guidelines for policymakers, practitioners, and community leaders to implement these innovative approaches and build resilient rural communities in the face of increasing disaster risks.
Disaster Management Activities in an Indian Engineering Institute
Authors: Kulkarni Sunil Jayant , Talnikar Vivek Digambar
Published: May 2024

Appropriate and fast response to the emergency is the most important aspect of disaster management. Gharda Institute of Technology (GIT) is situated near Chiplun, Maharashtra, India. The predominant natural disasters which are frequent in the nearby vicinity like floods and water logging are not seen in the institute area due to its elevation above sea level. The possible disasters are chemical spillage, fire, and snake related issues (snake bite). Periodic mock drills and demo sessions are conducted for preparedness related to these disasters. The snake bite injections are made available at the nearby hospital. The disaster management cell of GIT has handled the COVID-19 situation with appropriate precaution. The cell conducts frequent checks on the preparedness of the concern taskforce to combat any untoward incident. The display of contact numbers of hospital, police, district level authorities brings about the safe feeling among the students and staff. The institute has chemical department and hence handling of chemicals is an important aspect.
Fostering a Sustainable and Disaster-Resilient Transportation Infrastructure
Authors: Arif Syed Mohd. , Akhai Shalom
Published: May 2024

The chapter addresses resilience engineering's role in sustainable and disaster-resistant transportation infrastructure. Integrating autonomous cars, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and network reconfiguration methodologies improves transportation network flexibility and recovery. The technology may decrease traffic, increase safety, and improve inhabitants' commuting experiences. Integration requires stakeholder involvement, infrastructure development, and strategic planning, according to the research. Contraflow, crossing removal at junctions, optimisation models, traffic assignment problem (TAP), and gradient projection increase traffic flow, congestion, and evacuation efficiency in resilient engineering. It strengthens transportation systems' ability to adapt, respond, and recover from disturbances to protect communities and ensure infrastructure sustainability. Finally, resilience engineering reduces transportation system disruptions and makes infrastructure more adaptive, durable, and sustainable.
Pandemic Resilience, Crisis Management and COVID-19 Health and Safety Responses in the Hospitality Industry
Authors: Sucheran Reshma
Published: May 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the hospitality industry, prompting the implementation of health and safety measures. This study examines COVID-19 health and safety measures used in South Africa's accommodation sector. Data was obtained from 477 establishments through online surveys. The findings reveal a robust commitment to health and safety practices driven by adherence to regulatory standards. Disparate levels of social distancing measures highlight several challenges in implementation. A strong association with star grading indicates the use of measures tailored to each type of establishment. High-end establishments are more inclined to implement comprehensive measures. Larger facilities use floor marks more frequently, whereas smaller ones rely on personal communication. The number of employees influences the adoption of measures, highlighting the importance of ongoing training and communication on health issues. The study advocates for proactive health practices, customised strategies, financial support mechanisms, and a commitment to long-term preparedness.
Statistical Approaches for Healthcare Recommendation Systems Enhancing Personalized Healthcare
Authors: Sengupta Shantanu , Das Sima
Published: May 2024

Statistical approaches play a crucial role in enhancing personalized healthcare through recommendation systems. These systems leverage advanced data analytics and statistical models to analyze vast amounts of healthcare data. By identifying patterns and trends, they can predict patient outcomes and recommend tailored treatment plans. This data-driven approach enables healthcare providers to make more informed decisions and offer personalized care to patients. Statistical approaches in healthcare recommendation systems improve the accuracy of diagnoses, treatment efficacy, and patient satisfaction. They help in identifying high-risk patients, optimizing resource allocation, and reducing medical errors. Additionally, these systems facilitate continuous learning and improvement by analyzing real-time data and feedback from patients and healthcare providers. Overall, statistical approaches are instrumental in advancing personalized healthcare and improving patient outcomes.
Unveiling the Challenges
Authors: Nagabandi Maneesha , Kowalski Riley Aris , Pickhardt Kailey G. , Groenendyk Courtney Lyn
Published: May 2024

Women across the world face numerous challenges in obtaining leadership opportunities and economic empowerment. This chapter will focus on a number of these barriers, including gender biases and stereotypes imposed on individuals who identify as women, the impact of microaggressions on individuals in a larger system, economic impediments, and self-imposed biases from internalized identities. Biases and stereotypes are embedded and reinforced in society as early as the developmental years; they are maintained through differing institutions and practices such as the media and microaggressive language. Not only does this impact the expectations placed on women by others, but it also ensures that women may unknowingly minimize their own goals and experiences by internalizing these assumptions. Furthermore, the legal, cultural, and educational hurdles within economic barriers are collectively entwined. Women's empowerment and impediments are complex and salient topics consisting of many related factors, which will be further explored in this chapter.
The 360-Degree Gender Sphere and the Six Strategies to Create Resilience
Authors: Adams-Harmon Dawn
Published: May 2024

Women in the bioscience sector continue to be under-represented at higher organizational levels. Only ten percent of the biopharmaceutical industry has female CEOs, and only one company had a board where women outnumbered men. Further, one female CEO exists within the largest pharmaceutical companies: Emma Walmsley of GlaxoSmithKline, and Reshma Kewelramani of Vertex joined in 2020. The bioscience sector is extremely lucrative, where the average female CEO pay is $5.2 million versus the average male earnings of $5.7 million. Diversity at high organizational levels within the bioscience sector is essential. Having women represented at higher organizational levels brings customer perspectives to the strategic decision-making process, provides mentors and sponsors for other women in the organization, and contributes to innovation and creativity. This chapter includes findings from previous research, which showed the barriers encountered “360-Degree Gender Sphere” and the strategies used “Six Strategies to Create Resilience” during career progression by women. There are three modules of this work. The first is an awareness program of the barriers women encounter while ascending in the bioscience sector the 360-degee gender sphere. The second section assesses and accentuates which barriers are most troublesome; and the last segment is “The Six Strategies to Create Resilience Action Plans”. These programs assist females in understanding the barriers they may encounter and the necessary strategies one must take to overcome the peripheral “360-Degree Gender Sphere” and create resilience. The 360-degree gender sphere and the six strategies to create resilience conveys decades of knowledge from successful executives in the healthcare industry.
Exploring Contemporary Green Marketing Theories
Authors: Uikey Ashish Ashok
Published: May 2024

This chapter offers an in-depth exploration and analysis of various theories underpinning green marketing research to understand and predict consumer behavior towards environmentally friendly products and services. The discussion navigates through diverse theoretical frameworks like the theory of planned behavior, theory of reasoned action, attitude-behavior-context theory, value-belief-norm theory, etc. While these theories offer valuable perspectives, they also exhibit limitations in predicting and comprehensively explaining green consumer actions. To bridge these gaps, future research directions propose integrating theories; accounting for cultural, social, and economic influences; exploring emerging technological advancements to refine green marketing strategies. The integration and exploration of these theories offer a robust foundation for businesses to develop effective strategies aligning with diverse consumer motivations and contexts, fostering sustainable consumption patterns for a greener future.
Role of Technological Innovations in Industry 5.0
Authors: Singh Veerendra , Kumar Rajendra
Published: May 2024

Industry 5.0 is the evolution of industry towards greater integration between humans and machines, emphasizing collaboration and interaction between humans, machines, and advanced technologies. The advent of Industry 5.0, which is distinguished by a well-balanced combination of technology capability and human innovation, represents a dramatic paradigm shift in the manufacturing and industrial operations scene. At its core, Industry 5.0 embodies the principles of human-machine collaboration, customization, flexibility, and sustainability, facilitated by a myriad of technological innovations. This abstract explores into the multifaceted performance of technological innovations for Industry 5.0 from advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to additive manufacturing and the IOT. In conclusion, the journey towards Industry 5.0 continues to unfold, the transformative potential of technological innovations remains poised to reshape the future of industry, driving economic growth, societal progress, and environmental stewardship on a global scale.
An Analysis on the Adoption of Blockchain Technology in Industry 5.0 Sustainable Supply
Authors: Hameem A. S. , Kumar S. Vinod , Aravinda K. , Singh Navdeep , Sharma Abhishek
Published: May 2024

Manufacturers must create sustainable goods and procedures if they want to thrive in the cutthroat market of today, known as industry 5.0. Manufacturers and their supply chain partners' actions must be in line with the goals of sustainable development. The implementation of sustainable practices throughout the supply chain has been hampered by globalisation, outsourcing, and offshore, posing numerous obstacles for manufacturers. Blockchain technology may be able to assist with sustainability-related concerns. The research's conclusions deepen our knowledge of the blockchain's potential applications in environmentally friendly supply chains and industry. The research also explains how blockchain technology may enhance transparency, traceability, real-time information exchange, and data security to impact manufacturers' sustainable performance.
An In-Depth Analysis of Industry 5.0 in Next-Gen Manufacturing and Differentiations From Industry 4.0
Authors: Sahoo Ashok Kumar , Alekhya V. , Raj Vijilius Helena , Kumar Ashish , Shelke Chetan
Published: May 2024

The term “industrial revolution” refers to the change from old industrial methods to novel ones that were controlled by the technology of the day. Mechanization, electrical power, and automation drove the initial three industrial revolutions, which progressively converted the agricultural economy into one centered on manufacturing. It contributed to improving the standard of existence for industry employees and the medical sector as a whole. The results indicate a significant rise in manufacturing effectiveness of 1.52%, which can be ascribed to 36.2°C rising temperatures and 44.8% humidity reductions after adoption. A 0.76% rise in quality levels (93.1) for quality management was attributed to a reduction in faults discovered (2). Service procedures worked better, with 2.3 fewer hours of service and 52 mins of downtime. These findings demonstrate the practical benefits of combining IoT and AI in next generation manufacturing, positioning it at the forefront of the transformative environment of Industry 5.0 and enhancing output, excellence, and upkeep.