bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
COMPETENCIAS Y HABILIDADES PROFESIONALES PARA ENFRENTAR LA ERA DIGITAL DE LA ECONOMÍA EN LA REGIÓN DEL ÉVORA
Authors: Inzunza-Mejía Patricia Carmina , Espinoza-Durán Erika Guadalupe
Published: January 2023

The technological advances have generated that the productive sectors demand the services and the attention of people highly qualified in diverse competitions, which implies that it is a priority for employers that workers improve and update their skills to achieve the objectives for which they are employed. In Sinaloa, workers face a technological scenario that calls them to develop a broad set of skills that would allow them to overcome the untimely labor gap in the digital age of the economy; but before the crisis of digital competences, the central question is: What are the present and future skills and competencies demanded by the productive sector in the Evora Region, Sinaloa, Mexico? and ¿what skills should the next generation of workers have to face the digital age of the economy?. In the opinion of the employers, the unproductiveness of young people between 18 and 23 years old is the result of the lack of opportunities in the labor market due to the lack of techno-social skills; however, adjusting to the skills required by the productive sector would allow them to open employment opportunities.
SISTEMA DESKTOP ENVIRONMENT UNA ALTERNATIVA PARA LA GESTIÓN EN EL ÁREA DE CONSULTA EXTERNA
Authors: Araujo Sandoval Orlen Ismael , Mieles Bachicoria Sergio Fernando , Arévalo Hermida Rómulo Danilo , Almeida Cedeño Jefferson
Published: January 2023

The present investigation was carried out at Nova Clínica Santa Anita of the City of Santo Domingo between years 2016 and 2017. It was verified that the institution has different sections for the health care, being the primary care the one of greater affluence of patients. For the diagnosis of this problem the techniques of research observation and documentary review were used. Statistical processing of the diagnostic results allowed us to recognize that the mean number of patients attended per day was 24 and were therefore used as a reference for the study. Patients treated show dissatisfaction with the delay in the creation of the record of the clinical history by being taken manually this in turn delays the care that this should receive by the specialized health professionals. This problem limits the smooth communication between the area and the laboratories that sometimes do not perform the tests for loss of applications or for illegibility of the requirements. As an alternative solution is developed a computer system desktop environment that aligned to national and international standards facilitates the digitization process of creating medical records of the patient and facilitates the management of clinical information of the same that is generated in the area of care primary. The proposal would determine that the use of the computer system streamlines the healthcare process, generates a high level of patient satisfaction and a considerable economic impact.
EL SENTIDO DE PERTENENCIA A TRAVÉS DEL ESPACIO VIRTUAL: EL CARNAVAL POBLANO DE SANTA MARÍA NENETZINTLA
Authors: Be Ramírez Pedro Antonio , Ramírez Hernández Eduardo , Salinas Boldo Claudia , Solís Gutiérrez Estela Salomé , Corona Cárcamo Sara Abigail
Published: January 2023

This article presents an approach to the poblano carnival that takes place in Santa María Nenetzintla, a municipality of Acajete, Puebla, Mexico. The importance of this festivity lies in the sociocultural practices that connect the inhabitants of this place, with those who emigrated to other places in Mexico and the United States. All through a sense of belonging that brings them closer and brings them together. In the framework of a virtual ethnography, this study presents an analysis about the theme of the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) as a vehicle that encourages continuous interaction between the sender and receiver, where the Facebook page: Carnaval Poblano en Mexicali, shows the importance of carnival as a tradition of Puebla that transcends physical or symbolic borders, and recalls the spaces, the town, and its inhabitants.
UNA APROXIMACIÓN DE CLASIFICACIÓN DE ROSTROS USANDO ANTROPOMETRÍA FACIAL
Authors: Colmenares-Guillén Luis Enrique , Carrillo Ruiz Maya , Gaona Bernabé Graciela , Hernández Ameca José Luis , Albores Velasco Francisco Javier
Published: January 2023

The face images processing is one of the study areas within the field of computer vision. Thus there are works mainly in face recognition, emotions identification, among others, however the development of automatic systems of age estimation is a challenge that is still under investigation. In the present work, a procedure to classify a face in a determined age range is proposed. For said proposal, theories of craniofacial growth and facial anthropometry are analyzed, deriving in a selection of anthropometric parameters that represent discriminant characteristics for the distinction of faces at different ages. These parameters were used to generate a classification model on Weka platform using the SVM, Knn, Naïve Bayes and C4.5 algorithms. Cross validation at 10 folds was used for each algorithm. The highest accuracy was obtained with Knn with 7 neighbors and it was 75. 28%. This verifying the usefulness of the anthropometric distances selected for the recognition of age in face images.
The Position and Importance of Central Asian Countries in the One Belt One Road Project
Authors: Avcıl Seniha , Aydın Kenan
Published: January 2023

Since 2013, China has brought the idea of the Land and Sea Silk Road to the agenda. This initiative has been named as a one-generation road project. The word belt constitutes the land route of the project, which includes highways, railways, oil and natural gas pipelines and infrastructure investments. The word road includes the sea routes of the project. As a result of the openness policy adopted by China since the 1980s, it has achieved a rapid growth. The problem of production capacity and surplus that emerged as a result of growth was encountered. This is one of the main reasons for the One Belt One Road Project. This study is a qualitative study. The data of this study were obtained from secondary sources. For this purpose, articles, books, reports, speeches, and similar sources written in the context of the "One Belt One Road" project were searched. In this context, investments made in Central Asian countries were tried to be determined. The collected data is based on the period from 2013 to the present day. The project has a great importance for Central Asian countries. Central Asian countries such as Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan are rich in natural resources. China is a market for the natural resources of these countries. These countries are also a market for Chinese goods. The project has advantages and disadvantages in terms of Central Asian countries as well as other parties. In this study, the possible political and social consequences of the project, especially the problem of financing and repayment, are evaluated.
The Productivity and Profitability Gains of the Top Turkish Industrial Enterprises from the Global Value Chains Participation
Authors: Altun Abdullah , Turan Taner , Yanıkkaya Halit
Published: January 2023

We first calculate the global value chains (GVCs) participation indices from the Full Eora data of the Eora Global Supply Chain Database by employing advanced calculations methodologies. Then, we examine the productivity and profitability effects of various GVC participation measures by using the dataset on top 1000 Turkish industrial enterprises. We use OLS and fixed effects estimates in our analysis. We actually utilize the weighted OLS and fixed effects estimations to cope with the variation in the firm size. Our estimations indicate that while backward GVC participation lowers both labor productivity and profitability growth, forward GVC participation promotes both. Moreover, simple and complex backward participation have similarly negative effects on productivity and profitability growth, simple and complex forward participation have the completely opposite effects though. We then provide substantial evidence for the differing effects of participation on productivity and profitability growth between pre-crisis and post-crisis periods.
The Contribution of Global Networks to Urban Development within the Framework of UNESCO Learning Cities
Authors: Torlak Sülün Evinç , Söyleyici Tancu
Published: January 2023

The irresistible speed of globalization also accelerates urbanization. Local governments have difficulties in providing services in the face of increasing problems. They establish "network type" organizations in order to develop solutions. The Learning Cities Network, established under the umbrella of UNESCO, is one such organization. Development according to formation; by increasing the level of knowledge of the people. It is thought that the Learning City System contributes to urban development. In the study, the contribution of the Learning City System to urban development is tested within the framework of the example of Turkey. Six cities in the country that are members of the Learning Cities Global Network System are discussed. “Embedded Theory Method”, one of the qualitative research methods, was used. Basic concepts have been created based on the Learning Cities Criteria in the Beijing Declaration. The frequency of transition of these concepts has been measured in the Member Cities' Activity Reports. The situation of the cities in the System before and after becoming a member of the Network was compared. In addition, cities similar to Learning Cities, which have not yet joined the system, were selected and a "comparative analysis" was made with the learning cities, and their difference with Learning Cities was revealed. According to the results of the analysis, the areas where Learning Cities were successful and unsuccessful in urban development were determined. Successful examples were examined, and suggestions were developed for learning cities within the framework of the results of the analysis.
Actualization of Principal's Visionary Leadership in Improving Teacher Skills in Managing Learning Innovations in Senior High Schools
Authors: Liswati Tri Wahyu , Mustaji . , Hariyati Nunuk , Uulaa Rizki Fitri Rahima
Published: January 2023

Visionary leadership in the world of education can be interpreted as the principal's leadership style in pursuing the academic unit's vision so that it can be achieved together with the staff and teachers for their performance. This study uses a qualitative design with a triangulation approach. Based on the findings obtained from the results of the research conducted, it can be concluded that the principal's actualization in translating the two schools' vision has been carried out and has become one of the essential elements in the visionary ability of the principal. The strategy of the two principals in anticipating possible changes in learning innovation is carried out with several efforts, including supervising teachers, conducting performance assessments, meeting teacher needs, and carrying out evaluations and follow-ups of all efforts made to determine the impact of these efforts on prevention—possible changes in learning innovation in the Education unit. The actualization of the principal's vision as a good communicator is evidenced by the principal's efforts, including how the principal is socializing, transforming, and implementing the invention in developing learning innovations. The actions of the two schools to stimulate and motivate teachers to implement innovative learning have been carried out and become one of the essential elements in the visionary ability of school principals. The profiles of teachers' skills in both schools in managing learning innovation align with several efforts made by school principals to increase learning innovation through visionary leadership.

 

Received: 18 September 2022 / Accepted: 23 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023
The Study on Comparative and Intertextual Levels, as a Theoretical and Analytical Approach between the Two Novels "Leximtari", Bernard Shlink and "Lëvdatë për Njerkën", Mario Vargas Llosa
Authors: Buzhala Saranda , Kamberi Kamber , Berisha Labinot
Published: January 2023

All texts are written depending on what has been written before, thus carrying the traces and memory of a heritage. The study focuses precisely on the way in which one text writes another text, whether referring to absence or presence. In order to conduct fair results, this study uses two selected novels such as "Leximtari" (The Reader), by B. Shlink, and "Praise for the Stepmother," written by M.V. Llosa. While considering these two novels, in this study, it’s been displayed intertextuality, not as an imitation or reproduction, but as a change of one or more sign systems to another, as well as a coexistence relationship between two or more texts, or the genuine presence of one text to another. The various analogies and intertextual signs in these two novels, but also in other texts, unfold many dimensions of different cultures and cognitions that we may have in general, not only for literature but also for other arts. Thus, the working methodology is defined, which is dominated by the comparative and analytical approach, not leaving aside the interdisciplinary system.

 

Received: 13 October 2021 / Accepted: 12 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023
A Cross-Sectional Study of SEL-Based Practice in Teaching of Vietnamese Primary Teachers
Authors: Huynh Van Son , Giang Thien-Vu , Do Tat-Thien , Nguyen Thanh-Huan
Published: January 2023

Teachers' SEL-based practice is currently a research trend promoting the SEL framework in the field of education. This cross-sectional study was conducted to find out about teachers' ability to practice SEL in teaching to provide initial evidence on this research area in Vietnam. We used questionnaires to survey 1100 primary school teachers in three regions of Vietnam to provide reliable quantitative data in this study. The findings indicate that Vietnamese teachers currently cannot successfully practice SEL in teaching because they have limited basic knowledge of SEL, and social-emotional skills, and not known how to apply SEL in their professional and living. It is because of the lack of social-emotional competence in the teachers themselves that leads to unsuccessful SEL-based practice in schools despite many educators' efforts to introduce the SEL framework over the years. This is a lesson learned that countries that want to develop SEL frameworks in schools need to pay attention to.

 

Received: 28 September 2022 / Accepted: 25 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023
Student Political Efficacy Learning Through Second Screening and Online Discussion
Authors: Intyaswati Drina , Simanihuruk Hermina , Supratman . , Fairuzza Malida Tsani
Published: January 2023

The second screening activity has become practice media use among many students. Especially on political issues, someone tends to look for more information received through television with access to social media-related issues simultaneously. This study wants to see the effect of a second screening on political efficacy directly or indirectly. The involvement of students in the political process is needed in democratic life; moreover, Indonesia is facing a global world crisis. The research used a survey method to distribute questionnaires through social media platforms with a sample of 385 college students who live in Jakarta. The results showed that the second screening has a direct effect on the political efficacy of students, and there is also an indirect effect with the mediation of online discussion-related politics. The second screening activity, with information sources from television and social media as well as interaction with other users, is a learning process student for more involved in the political process. The practice of second screening can be applied to design learning to get student involvement in democratic lives.

 

Received: 22 October 2022 / Accepted: 24 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023
Impact of Technology in Acquisition of English Language
Authors: Balla Ervin
Published: January 2023

Technology is considered as a very important tool in learning foreign languages, it is very convenient and easy to access, students love it and find it very challenging, playful and has many positive aspects, but unfortunately it has some negative drawbacks. Anyway, generally it is considered innovative and helpful. New technologies are made possible with less expenses because avoid printed materials, which could be expensive. With the help of modern technologies there are standard books and classes that have made it less expensive for students to get the education or exam preparation that they need. Before technology, the only teaching tools were simple tools. Now for educators was easier to include images, videos and different graphics during the instructions and also to share that lesson. Different websites, programs and apps help teachers to change the way how to provide instructions in a better way. Thanks to technology is possible to create an exciting learning environment that increases interest in the educational system in general.

 

Received: 26 October 2022 / Accepted: 29 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023
Gadgets and Connectivity - A Trend in New Normal: Saving Education System during Pandemic
Authors: Peniero Tupas Fernan , Matsuura Toshihiko , Listano Listano Narra Parcon , Bandojo Maribel , Bargo Irene A. , Laguda Marilyn Linas , Guillergan Violeta V. , Mendoza Joselito Trandio P. , Torres Reah Ann A. , Cachuela Garry C. , Latanga Glenn B. , Pinuela Myla Fe G. , Magbanua Mary-An U. , Biclar Leo Andrew B. , Bactung-Arostique Ferrie Jane
Published: January 2023

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of technology and connectivity in teaching Science, precisely focused on local marine resources in the Visayan Seas, such as vertebrates, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. This study used descriptive and inferential statistics, interviews, observation, and focus group discussion (FGD). This study's respondents were Junior High School students in the Philippines enrolled in Academic Year 2019-2020. Before implementing the control group activity, the mean scores were 13.14, described as "Average." In contrast, the experimental group has a mean score of 11.71, described as "Below Average." The control and experimental groups' mean score was 25.89 and 27.68, respectively, and were defined as "Excellent" during the posttest. Both groups' results showed no significant difference because competing at the top is critical to the learners. Through different websites, learners can collect resources and help them understand the local marine biodiversity's current situation. Thus, gadgets and connectivity have a significant impact on learning. These were further verified in n qualitative designs; learners exposed to websites helped them learn about marine resources in Estancia and the Visayan Sea. Technology and connectivity also increase the respondents' interest in becoming warriors to protect and preserve marine biodiversity for the next generation. No Wi-Fi or internet connection is available in NIPSC- West Campus; students must commute to the Main Library or spend personal money buying a load. This study recommends providing internet connection on all NIPSC campuses because of its effectiveness in teaching-learning. The result also calls for the national government to connect all basic education institutions in the entire archipelago because it can enhance teaching and learning.

 

Received: 27 August 2022 / Accepted: 18 November 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023
Nomadic Place Names
Authors: Meiirbekov Assylbek , Meirbekov Akylbek
Published: January 2023

This paper considers some toponyms of the Republic of Kazakhstan as the cultural, historical, and linguistic heritage of nomads and labels them the nomadic toponymic sphere. An in-depth study of nomadic toponyms assisted in finding new nomadic types of comonyms like “qystaus” and “zhailaus”, which were characterized here as unique time- and space-bound nomadic types of comonyms by means of explanatory research. It also revealed that existing definitions of “qystaus” and “zhailaus” do not correspond to the nature of these nomadic comonyms, which differentiate the toponymic sphere of nomadic culture from that of sedentary culture. A detailed etymological analysis of nomadic place names revealed that they primarily served descriptive and informative purposes. In addition, etymological analysis showed some main mechanisms of naming the geographical objects used by nomads who once lived in Central Asia. Further, these mechanisms served as the base that was used to classify nomadic place names into the five groups.

 

Received: 20 September 2022 / Accepted: 27 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023
Changing Consumer Behavior Towards Emerging Shopping Malls: A Sociological Analysis
Authors: - Navneet Saini , - Kajal Sharma
Published: January 2023

This paper paints a comprehensive picture of the changing Consumer Behavior towards Shopping Malls. An attempt has been made to investigate the different components that influence the consumer behavior towards emerging shopping mall. This literature review found that the customers do not go shopping malls only for the sake of shopping but for the entertainment. Different studies denote that various kind of factors are responsible that make the customers prefer shopping in big malls. The analysis drawn out in this paper will definitely help the retailers or shopkeepers to make changes if any in the shopping malls in order to attract maximum customers thereby satisfying their needs and making other important changes for the development of a mall.
Machine Learning Methods with Node-Level Features
Authors: - Koffka Khan
Published: January 2023

In this paper we describe several methods for obtaining node features. They can also be grouped based on structure-based features, which again, do not require degrees, such as the simplest one, and which count edges, clusters, and triangles, as well as significance features like node degree and various centrality measures. A generalization that counts additional structures in which a particular node of interest participates is the Graphlet Degree Vector (GDV).
Lingüística de corpus: de los datos textuales a la teoría lingüística
Authors: García-Miguel José M.
Published: January 2023

Este artículo es una presentación general de la lingüística de corpus en el que se expone qué es un corpus lingüístico, qué relación tiene con otros tipos de datos, por qué es necesario anotarlo y cómo es el proceso de anotación. También se pasa revista a algunas de las tareas más comunes en la investigación lingüística basada en corpus, tales como la obtención de listados de frecuencias, la exploración de concordancias o la búsqueda de coapariciones (colocaciones) y otros tipos de información contextual. A lo largo del texto se intenta mostrar la relevancia de este tipo de datos para la teoría lingüística, en particular, para los modelos basados en el uso, como los cognitivos y funcionales.
Aportación de las investigaciones con neuroimagen funcional a los estudios lingüísticos: algunas preguntas y respuestas
Authors: Marrero-Aguiar Victoria
Published: January 2023

El objetivo principal de este artículo, de carácter meramente introductorio, es mostrar el interés lingüístico de resultados obtenidos mediante las principales técnicas de neuroimagen funcional aplicadas al estudio del lenguaje, y los retos asociados al encuentro interdisciplinar entre la Lingüística y la Neurociencia. Comenzamos resumiendo los principios básicos de funcionamiento de las dos metodologías más utilizadas actualmente para estudiar la actividad del cerebro mientras realiza tareas lingüísticas: la de base electromagnética y la de base metabólica. A continuación, propondremos ejemplos de preguntas relevantes para la Lingüística que pueden encontrar respuestas en datos obtenidos mediante técnicas de neuroimagen. Concluiremos reflexionando sobre los distintos niveles de implicación de los lingüistas en el uso y avance de las técnicas de neuroimagen.
PENGGUNAAN MODEL COOPERATIVE LEARNING TIPE CO-OP-CO-OP UNTUK MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA DALAM PEMBELAJARAN IPS DI KELAS V SDN 13 PADANG GELANGGANG
Authors: Fadhilah  , Desyandri
Published: January 2023

Permasalahan yang ditemukan pada kelas V SDN 13 Padang Gelanggang, selama ini guru hanya memakai metode ceramah dan penugasan. Pada pembelajaran guru mendominasi pada aktivitas belajar mengajar sedangkan sisa hanya berperan menjadi pendengar. Akibatnya siswa menjadi pasif dan kurang aktif pada pembelajaran. Hal ini berdampak kepada hasil belajar siswa yang berada dibawah KKM. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan hasil belajar siswa dengan menggunakan  model cooperative learning tipe Co-op Co-op  di kelas V SDN 13 Padang Gelanggang. Jenis penelitian ini adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Penelitian ini dilakukan di SDN 13 Padang Gelanggang Kecamatan Matur Kabupaten Agam. Subjek penelitian ini adalah 24 siswa kelas V SDN 13 Padang Gelanggang. Hasil penelitian siklus I menunjukkan persentase nilai ketuntasan belajar siswa secara perorangan dengan pesentase ketuntasan adalah 64%. Ketuntasan belajar perorangannya adalah 45,8% dan yang belum tuntas adalah 54,2% hal ini tidak sesuai dengan  kriteria keberhasilan, sedangkan pada siklus II ketuntasan siswa meningkat dan sudah memenuhi kriteria keberhasilan. Persentase siswa yang tuntas adalah 79,2% dan siswa yang tidak tuntas adalah 20,8%, dan persentase rata-rata adalah 81%.  Sehingga dapat disimpulkan Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran yang disesuaikan dengan tahap-tahap cooperative learning tipe Co-op Co-op dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa kellas V SDN 13 Padang Gelanggang
VALIDITAS BAHAN AJAR DENGAN MODEL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING MATERI IPS KURIKULUM MERDEKA DI SEKOLAH DASAR PENGGERAK
Authors: Alfiyanti Diana Gusti , Erita Yeni
Published: January 2023

Penelitian ini merupakan pengembangan yang dilakukan untuk menghasilkan produk berupa bahan ajar model dengan model PBL muatan IPS kurikulum merdeka untuk siswa di SD. Berdasarkan kajian teori dan studi lapangan yang dilaksanakan, pada awalnya dihasilkan draf paket bahan ajar model dengan model PBL muatan IPS kurikulum merdeka, yang berisikan identifikasi SK dan KD, identifikasi indikator, identifikasi tujuan pembelajaran. Selanjutnya bahan ajar direfleksi dan direvisi sesuai dengan kebutuhan pengguna dan masukan para ahli untuk memperoleh produk akhir. Pengembangan ini dilakukan berdasarkan model plomp yang menekankan pada kebutuhan pengguna sesuai konteks (guru dan peserta didik), artinya paket dan model pengembangan ini dikembangkan secara kolaboratif (pelibatan aktif pengguna) di lingkungan terpilih. Produk direvisi berdasarkan data proses otentik sesuai kebutuhan pengguna (evaluasi proses/formatif), uji ahli dan uji kelompok kecil dilaksanakan untuk menyempurnakan produk (evaluasi sumatif). Hasil validasi bahan ajar model dengan model PBL muatan IPS kurikulum merdeka menunjukkan bahwa bahan ajar yang dikembangan sudah dinyatakan valid dengan rata-rata 3,75 mencapai persentase 93,75% dengan kategori sangat valid, dinyatakan praktis dan efektif.
Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Efikasi Diri Ibu Menyusui Neonatus Sakit: Penelitian Observasional
Authors: Sulupadang Prishilla , Waluyanti Fajar Tri , Allenidekania Allenidekania
Published: January 2023

Menyusui masih menjadi kendala pada beberapa ibu yang memiliki neonatus sakit yang sedang mendapatkan perawatan di Rumah Sakit. Efikasi diri menyusui berhubungan dengan durasi menyusui yang berdampak pada keberhasilan ibu dalam menyusui minimal secara eksklusif. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu teridentifikasinya faktor yang berhubungan dengan efikasi diri menyusui pada ibu dari neonatus sakit yang dirawat di ruang perawatan neonatus. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain cross sectional, pada 88 responden yang direkrut dengan metode consecutive sampling, menggunakan kuesioner yang sudah diuji validitasnya terlebih dahulu yaitu kuesioner Breastfeeding self-efficacy scale short form (BSE-SF) dan Endinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), dukungan suami, dukungan keluarga, dan dukungan teman. Hasil analisis Chi square menunjukkan bahwa tidak ada hubungan antara efikasi diri menyusui pada ibu dengan faktor usia ibu, riwayat pendidikan formal, pendapatan keluarga, pengalaman ibu menyusui, pengalaman orang lain menyusui bayinya, dukungan pendidikan kesehatan, dukungan suami, dukungan keluarga, dan dukungan teman dengan nilai p >0,05, namun ditemukan bahwa faktor stres berhubungan dengan efikasi diri menyusui pada ibu dengan neonatus sakit (p=<0,01). Stres merupakan faktor yang berhubungan dengan efikasi diri menyusui pada ibu dengan neonatus sakit.
Keizinan Termaklum Awal oleh Masyarakat Peribumi bagi Akses kepada Sumber Biologi dan Pengetahuan Tradisi Berkaitan: Prosedur dan Isu
Authors: Wook Izawati
Published: January 2023

Akta Akses kepada Sumber Biologi dan Perkongsian Faedah 2017 (ABS 2017) yang digubal untuk melaksanakan Konvensyen Kepelbagaian Biologi dan protokol yang berkaitan, menghendaki elemen keizinan termaklum awal (KTA) oleh masyarakat peribumi sebagai prasyarat bagi capaian terhadap sumber biologi dan pengetahuan tradisi yang berkaitan dengan sumber yang terdapat di tanah masyarakat tersebut. Masyarakat peribumi yang dimaksudkan di bawah ABS 2017 ialah masyarakat orang asli di Semenanjung Malaysia dan anak negeri atau peribumi di Sabah dan Sarawak seperti yang ditakrifkan oleh peruntukan yang berkaitan dalam Perlembagaan Persekutuan. Akta ABS 2017 yang diwartakan pada 18 Disember 2020 ini penting kerana menjadi undang-undang pertama yang memperuntukkan keperluan persetujuan masyarakat peribumidan masyarakat tempatan. Makalah ini mengkaji peruntukan dan prosedur yang ditetapkan oleh ABS 2017 untuk mendapatkan KTA dan isu yang boleh menjejaskan objektifnya. Penyelidikan dalam makalah ini berasaskan penyelidikan doktrin. Makalah ini mencadangkan bahawa kekurangan pengiktirafan yang mencukupi terhadap tanah masyarakat peribumi, khususnya orang asli di Semenanjung Malaysia, boleh menghalang matlamat yang ingin dicapai oleh undang-undang berkenaan. Makalah ini menekankan bahawa usaha bersepadu mesti diambil bukan sahaja pada peringkat kerajaan persekutuan, tetapi juga pihak berkuasa negeri, untuk melindungi hak masyarakat peribumi sebagai sebahagian daripada inisiatif untuk mencapai pembangunan lestari.
Statistical Inference in the Cumulative Exposure Lognormal Model with Hybrid Censoring
Authors: Baklizi Ayman , Abu Ghannam Sawsan
Published: January 2023

This research aims to analyze data coming from step stress life testing experiments where the stress level is  incremented at a preset time to obtain failure data faster. To analyze step stress data, a model that extrapolates the information attained from the accelerated tests to normal conditions needs to be fit to the life test data. We used the Cumulative Exposure Model (CEM) to model simple step stress lognormal life test data where hybrid censoring is present and applied the maximum likelihood estimation method to find the point and interval estimates of the parameters. Bootstrap intervals (bootstrap-t intervals and percentile intervals) were also constructed. We then performed a simulation study to assess the proposed methods of estimation under different hybrid censoring schemes. The Bias and MSE of the maximum likelihood estimators (MLEs) along with the coverage probability and average lengths of the corresponding confidence intervals were investigated. Finally, an illustrative example has been used to demonstrate the application of the methods discussed in this paper.
Exceedance probability analysis: a practical and effective alternative to t-tests
Authors: Huang Hening
Published: January 2023

This paper presents a practical and effective alternative to the traditional t-tests for (1) comparing a sample or sample mean against a known mean (i.e. one-sample test) and (2) comparing two samples or two sample means (i.e. two-sample test).  The proposed method is referred to as exceedance probability (EP) analysis.  In a one-sample test, EP is defined as the probability that a sample or sample mean is greater than a known mean.   In a two-sample test, EP is defined as the probability that the difference between two samples or between two sample means is greater than a specified value (referred to as probabilistic effect size (PES)).  This paper also defines a new statistic called relative mean effect size (RMES).  RMES provides a true measure of the scientific significance (not the statistical significance) of the difference between two means.  A case study of preference between two manufacturers is presented to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed EP analysis, compared with four existing methods: t-tests, common language effect size (CL) analysis, signal content index (SCI) analysis, and Bayesian analysis.  Unlike these existing methods that require the assumption of normality, the proposed EP analysis can be performed with any type of distributions.  The case study example is examined with a normal distribution model and a raised cosine distribution model.  The former is solved with an analytical solution and the latter is solved with a numerical method known as probability domain simulation (PDS).
Visualizing Bivariate Statistics Using Ellipses Over a Scatter Plot
Authors: Rashid Mamunur , Sarkar Jyotirmoy , Phuyal Siddhanta
Published: January 2023

A scatter plot shows the relationship between two quantitative variables x and y. Sometimes, we can predict one variable as a linear function of the other using the least-squares regression lines of y on x or x on y. These two regression lines together suffice to identify the mean vector, the coefficient of determination, the correlation coefficient, and the ratio of the standard deviations (SD). So, do our proposed summary ellipses. Additionally, the inner ellipse reveals the SDs and the outer ellipse flags potential outliers.
The Gompertz-Topp Leone-G Family of Distributions with Applications
Authors: Rannona Kethamile , Oluyede Broderick , Chamunorwa Simbarashe
Published: January 2023

We introduce a new family of distributions, referred to as the Gompertz-Topp-Leone-G (Gom-TL-G) distribution. The new family of distributions can be expressed as an infinite linear combination of the Exp-G distributions. It can handle extremely tailed data and has both monotonic and non-monotonic hazard rate functions. A simulation study is used to assess the estimation method. Some real data examples are analyzed for illustrative purposes.
Accountant Competence and Independence in Providing Accountancy Services to Small and Medium-Sized Entities: Evidence from a Developing Economy Perspective
Authors: Ahmed Ibrahim Anyass , Anaman Prince Dacosta , Aidoo Emmanuel , Dzakah Gloria Ama
Published: January 2023

In most developing nations, such as Ghana, SMEs provide a significant portion of the GDP to ensure economic growth, employment, income stability, and poverty alleviation. Despite the aforementioned duties, most of these SMEs are currently failing as a consequence of poor performance. By this, the study investigates accountants’ competence and independence in delivering accounting services to small and medium-sized organisations as a method of sustaining their vitality and allowing them to play the expected crucial roles as the engine of growth in the country’s economic development. The study delivered questionnaires to a sample of eight hundred and seven (807) employees who were selected using the purposive sampling technique from the targeted demographic. The descriptive and inferential quantitative techniques were utilised to investigate the influence of the independent factors on the dependent variable in the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly. Descriptive statistics such as frequency and percentages whilst inferential statistics such as correlation and regression were run using SPSS version 23. The results of the study show that competence and independence have a positive and significant effect on how well accounting services are delivered among SMEs in Ghana. The findings of this study may be utilised as a source of reference and beneficial information for researchers, additional studies, and parties who require it to get too concerned concerning accountants’ competence and independence in delivering accountancy services
Mechanical, Morphological and Thermal Properties of Diocthylphthalate-Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride Reinforced Sepiolite/MgO
Authors: Siahaan Ungkap , Wirjosentono Basuki , Nasution Darwin Yunus , Zuhra Cut Fatimah
Published: January 2023

The search for nanofillers in polymer industries to improve composite material properties for several purposes has increased significant interest. In this study, dioctyl phthalate-plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) reinforced either with sepiolite or MgO was produced in which the characteristic of composite sepiolite/MgO-filled was compared. Sepiolite and MgO were added into PVC matrices with 5, 10, and 20 phr concentrations. The product was characterized using analytical techniques such as SEM, TGA, DSC, and the mechanical properties regarding ASTM D 638 Type IV. The tensile strength of the composite increased with the presence of sepiolite and MgO. The highest result showed at the concentration of 5 phr. However, the elongation at the break of the composite decreased with the addition of MgO. The morphology analysis showed that PVC-filled sepiolite had a rough surface with a sharp fracture, but no sharp fracture was found in the PVC-filled MgO. At a concentration of 5 phr, both sepiolite and MgO increased the thermal properties of PVC with a residue of PVC control, PVC-Sepiolite, and PVC-MgO at 14.74%, 19.34%, and 26.33% respectively.
Synthesis and Characterization of Modified Chitosan with Aminophosphonic Groups and Zn(II) Ions and Assessment as Potential Antibacterial Adsorbent
Authors: Nichita Ileana , Visa Aurelia , Maranescu Bianca , Lupa Lavinia , Popa Adriana
Published: January 2023

Chitosan is a natural biopolymer, being a cationic polysaccharide, which is generally obtained by deacetylation of chitin. Aminophosphorylated chitosan is of interest due to the presence of its multiple functional groups of aminophosphonate type that can serve as chelating sites and their interesting biological and chemical properties. This paper presents the achievement of antibacterial adsorbent based on modified chitosan with aminphosphonic groups and Zn(II) ions. The new aminophosphonic adsorbent supported on chitosan was modified by impregnation with Zn(II) ions using the hydrothermal reaction. It was prepared from the natural biopolymer of chitosan type. The obtained product was characterized by different techniques: FTIR, SEM / EDX, XPS and thermogravimetric analysis. This research aimed to test modified chitosan against the strains (Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa). In order to highlight the effect of the presence of Zn(II) ions, both the chitosan functionalized with aminophosphonic groups and impregnated with Zn(II) ions (code: ChitPZn) and the chitosan functionalized with aminophosphonic groups (code: ChitP) were tested. It was found that Zn(II) ions impregnation on chitosan functionalized with aminophosphonic groups increases the antibacterial effect in both St. aureus as well as at Ps. aeruginosa.
Modelling Study on Parameters Influencing Binding Affinity in Drug-Polyurethane Nanoparticle Assembly
Authors: Borcan Florin , Albulescu Ramona Carmen , Andreescu Nicoleta Ioana
Published: January 2023

Polyurethanes are widely used in different industries, as insulators, coating or adhesive agents. Several of their medical applications include various implants, artificial heart valves, surgical instruments or catheters. The versatility and biocompatibility of these polymer products lead to their application as drug or genetic material delivery systems. We aim to evaluate different parameters that affect the encapsulation efficiency of polyurethanes, using a computational approach, in order to improve the transmembrane transfer and the bioavailability of an active agent loaded inside a drug delivery system. 2D structures of different etheric- and esteric-PU macromolecular chains were modeled in ChemBioDraw, while molecular structures of the three active agents (Deoxyribonucleic acid, Guanidine,1 -[(methylethanediylidene)dinitrilo]di-, mixt. with Calf Thymus DNA, and 2 -Deoxycytidine-5 -phosphonic acid) were imported from PubChem database. Open software such as Open Babel and PyRx were used to convert files and to analyze the binding affinity based on the predicted dissociation constants. Structural parameters of the tested compounds were calculated in HyperChem 8.0. The polymer chains showed very large values for van der Waals potentials, refractivity and polarizability compared to the active agents. Even if there were no major differences in terms of binding affinities between the tested assemblies, the best orientation ligand-macromolecule was the 2 -Deoxycytidine-5 -phosphonic acid encapsulated inside LDI and PEG-based polyurethane carrier. On the other hand, the values of Root Mean Square Deviation have identified that the best geometric fit to be the Deoxyribonucleic acid encapsulated inside IPDI and PCL-based polyurethane macromolecule. The assemblies between genetic materials and polyurethane drug delivery systems are not experimentally known and this study could orientate towards new potential therapies. These results indicate that there is no significant change in the values of the docking parameters with different PU synthesis precursors; however, a good compatibility between LDI and PEG-based chain and 2 -Deoxycytidine-5 -phosphonic acid was identified. Further studies are needed to evaluate the in vitro and in vivo utility of this finding.
A Study on the Optimization of Filling Balance for Selective Flexible Flow Path in Family Mold
Authors: Yun Jae-Woong , Lee Sang-Sun , Lee Chun-Kyu
Published: January 2023

In this study, a selective flexible flow path system was developed so that two types (4 cavities) of different shapes, sizes, and weights could be produced simultaneously or individually according for a production plan.The selective flexible flow path system is a method of exchanging sprue parts manufactured in a branched or one-way direction. This method reduces mold costs and provides production flexibility because only the desired cavities can be filled with resin in a multi-cavity mold. Since parts with different shapes and weights are produced simultaneously or separately, it is most important to maintain a uniform filling balance between each cavity. To optimize of filling balance, the optimum value of control factors was derived using the Taguchi technique (DOE) to improve the filling balance. In addition, molds were manufactured under the optimal conditions after checking the filling balance through a CAE analysis. As a result, the flow balance ratio of each product was confirmed to be within 0.6%, and the precision of the product was guaranteed to be within 1%. In this study, it was confirmed once again that the improvement of the filling balance of the family mold had a great influence on the production.
El nuevo reglamento europeo para la gobernanza del dato: ¿Liberación segura de información y neutralidad de su tratamiento?
Authors: Dopazo Fraguío Mª Pilar
Published: January 2023

De conformidad con los objetivos marcados por la Estrategia Europea de Datos y en atención al actual contexto de transformación digital, desde el Derecho de la Unión Europea se trata de configurar un marco regulatorio común en materia de Gobernanza de datos. En este contexto y a dichos efectos, las bases de información disponibles en el Sector público constituyen un apreciado recurso por su proyección económica. En este trabajo son examinadas las principales aportaciones del recientemente adoptado Reglamento UE sobre Gobernanza de Datos, así como los importantes desafíos que se plantean en este ámbito. Con ello, si bien se pone en valor dicho texto normativo, al ser la primera legislación dictada en este campo, también se realizan algunas consideraciones relevantes en atención a su potencial impacto y funcionalidad. Sumado a ello, hoy es necesario tener en cuenta otras nuevas propuestas normativas en curso que suscitan debate y requieren especial reflexión.
2023 State of the Journal Report
Authors: Roberts T. Grady , Harder Amy , Lindner James , Strong Robert
Published: January 2023

This is the annual state of the journal report for Advancements in Agricultural Development. This report highlights activities and accomplishments in 2022 (Volume 3).
The Effect of E-commerce on MSME Performance in the Industrial Sector
Authors: Agustina Duwi
Published: January 2023

This study aims to find out whether e-commerce have an effect on the performance of MSMEs. The type of research used in research is research with a quantitative approach. E-commerce can benefit as well as benefit because it is cheaper and more efficient The sampling method used was a cluster random sampling technique with a total of 350 respondents of micro-enterprises in Sungailiat District. The analytical techniques used are descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that e-commerce and accounting information systems had a positive and significant effect on the performance of MSMEs in the industrial sector in Sungailiat District. In this study, the characteristics of respondents are based on various types of businesses that are free in form. The research shows that the use of e-commerce plays a good role in improving the performance of general companies, it can be seen that e-commerce helps business actors to market their products widely. The results of this study which states that the use of e-commerce has a positive and significant effect on the acceptance of micro-enterprises, meaning that each unit increase per item score on the use of e-commerce, the acceptance of micro-enterprises will increase unit per item.
Stálá expozice Českého muzea hudby – minulost, přítomnost a nové perspektivy
Authors: Žůrková Tereza
Published: January 2023

Exhibitions are one of the key presentation activities of museum institutions. In connection with the construction of a new depository and the gradual release of space in the historical building of the Czech Museum of Music, the museum gained the opportunity to expand and modernize its existing permanent exhibition, reflecting the reviews of experts and the general public. In 2024, the permanent exposition will celebrate twenty years of its existence, which is an opportunity to re-evaluate it as well as all the National Museum’s exhibition projects focused on presenting its music collections.