bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Integrated Operations Management System for Enhancing Administrative Efficiency in Ghana's District Assemblies
Authors: Brown Philip , Bankas Edem Kwedzo
Published: December 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic, driven by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, necessitated an unprecedented shift to remote work, revealing critical gaps in digital infrastructures capable of maintaining organizational operations. This challenge was particularly pronounced in district assemblies in Ghana, where traditional, paper-based workflows impeded the transition to remote environments, heightening operational vulnerabilities. Despite the World Health Organization (WHO) downgrading COVID-19 as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), the global ramifications of the virus and potential for future pandemics underscore the need for resilient, adaptable digital solutions. This paper presents an online integrated business operation management system tailored for district assemblies in Ghana. The system was developed using the Rapid Application Development (RAD) methodology, facilitating rapid, iterative deployment and user-centric design. Technologies such as HTML, CSS, and PHP were utilized for the front-end, while MySQL ensured secure and efficient back-end data management. The approach helped to digitize core administrative processes and transition from paper-based operations to streamlined electronic workflows. The implemented system successfully digitalized essential administrative workflows, improving operational continuity and efficiency. By replacing conventional procedures with robust electronic processes, the system provides a sustainable framework for enhanced functionality in public sector management. Furthermore, it strengthens organizational preparedness for future disruptions, ensuring resilience in remote and hybrid work contexts. The scope of this research is limited to district assemblies in Ghana, which may constrain the generalizability of the findings to other administrative contexts or geographical regions. Further studies could explore customization for broader governmental structures and assess long-term impacts on service delivery and user satisfaction. This paper presents a novel application of digital transformation principles within the public sector, addressing a critical gap in e-governance solutions for district assemblies in Ghana. By integrating user-focused design and scalable technology, the proposed system not only meets current administrative demands but also positions district assemblies for enhanced functionality and resilience in the face of future challenges.
Sürdürülebilir Atık Yönetimi ve Geri Dönüşüm
Authors: Akdeniz Arzu
Published: December 2024

Günümüz teknolojisi ile insanların zaman yönetimi konusunda birçok sıkıntı yaşadığı aşikardır. Bu sıkıntı ve rahatsızlıklardan bir tanesi de yaratmış olduğumuz atıkların bertaraf edilmesi hususunda bilgi eksikliğimizdir. İnsanoğlu her ne kadar yaşadığı çevreyi ve içinde bulunduğu yaşam alanını koruyor, kullanmış olduğu ve kullanımdan dolayı çıkardığı atıkları nasıl geri dönüşüme döndürebileceği sorununu maalesef halen çok da iyi yönetememektedir. Yapılan literatür taraması bu sürdürülebilir atık yönetiminin ve geri dönüşüm konularının halen kavramsal açıdan da çok iyi anlaşılmadığını göstermektedir. Kitabın bu bölümünde bu farkındalığı bir nebze olsa da artırabilmek açısından sürdürülebilir atık yönetimi ve daha yaşanabilir sağlıklı bir çevrede yaşayabilmek için çevremizi nasıl koruyabileceğimiz konuları üzerinde durulmuştur. Bu kapsamda, kitabın bu kısmında öncelikle; katı atık kavramı, atık yönetimi ve katı atık yönetimi, sürdürülebilir atık yönetimi ve geri dönüşüm konuları işlenmiştir. Sürdürülebilir bir atık yönetim sistemi, geri bildirim döngülerini içerir, süreçlere odaklanır, uyarlanabilirliği bünyesinde barındırır ve atıkları bertaraftan uzaklaştırır. Sürdürülebilir atık yönetim sistemine geçiş, değişimi etkileyen kaldıraç noktalarının belirlenmesini ve uygulanmasını gerektirir. Atık, yetersiz düşüncenin bir sonucudur. Geleneksel olarak atık, üretimle alakasız olarak ele alınır ve yalnızca sorunu ele alma baskısı bertarafın rahatlığından daha büyük olduğunda yönetilir. Sorunu yönetme katalizörü, atık bertarafının etkileri (kirli hava, su veya dolu çöplükler) insanları etkilediğinde ortaya çıkar (Seadon, 2010: 1645). Alan yazında katı atık yönetimi, “toplum tarafından daha fazla faydalı olmadıkları gerekçesiyle atılan maddelerin topluma ve çevreye zarar vermeden, belli yöntemlerin bilinçli bir şekilde uygulanması ile toplama aşamasından son yok ediş aşamasına kadarki süreci konu edinen uygulamalar” (Palabıyık, 2001) şeklinde tanımlanmaktadır (Akdoğan ve Güleç, 2007). Sürdürülebilir atık yönetiminin altında yatan temel ilkelerden biri, atığın mümkün olduğunca atık hiyerarşisi ile ele alınmasını sağlamaktır. Tüm atık bertaraf seçeneklerinin çevre üzerinde bir miktar etkisi olduğundan, etkiyi önlemenin tek yolu ilk etapta atık üretmemektir ve bu nedenle atık önleme hiyerarşinin en üstünde yer alır. Daha sonra malzemelerin yeniden kullanımı ve ardından geri kazanım teknikleri (geri dönüşüm, kompostlama ve atıktan enerji üretimi) gelir (Mehta, Paliwal, Tege & Sankhla, 2018: 102).
Sürdürülebilir Turizmde Rekreasyon ve Animasyon
Authors: İnceöz Serap , Baysal Kadir
Published: December 2024

Turizmde sektör olarak çeşitliliğin ve kalitenin öneminin anlaşılmasıyla birlikte turizm çeşitlerine ve dolayısıyla sürdürülebilir turizm kapsamında yer alan turistik çekiciliklere de önem artmaktadır. Misafir beklentilerinin belki de en önemli bileşeni tatilleri süresince zamanı daha değerli ve eğlenceli geçirme fikri ve isteğidir. Çünkü turizm artık bir lüks olmaktan çıkıp bir ihtiyaç haline dönüşmüş bu dönüşüm içerisinde de insanlar, gruplar ya da topluluklar hemen hemen herkes bir tatil, tatil içinde eğlence, eğlence içerisinde de kaliteli zamanın değerlendirilmesi beklentisine yoğunlaşmıştır. Fikirden ziyade eyleme, harekete evrilen her davranış rekreasyon ve animasyon kavramlarını turizmde buldurur olmuştur. Bu çalışmada insan istek ve ihtiyaçlarının sürdürülebilir turizm kapsamında rekreasyon ve animasyon ilişkisi üzerinde durulmuştur. En bilinenden yola çıkılarak rekreasyon içerisinde animasyon kavramlarının turizmde sürdürülebilirlik paralelinde incelenip insan ihtiyaç ve taleplerinin değerlendirilmesinde öneminin vurgulanması amaçlanmıştır. Çalışma nitel ve literatür araştırmasına dayalı olarak hazırlanmıştır.
Turizm ve Ekonomi
Authors: Demircan Şeyhmus , Atak Onur
Published: December 2024

Turizm, ekonomik büyüme, istihdam, döviz kazancı ve bölgesel kalkınma gibi birçok ekonomik alan üzerinde doğrudan etkisi olan çok yönlü bir sektördür. Ekonomi bilimi ise toplumun neyi, nasıl ve kimin için üreteceğine nasıl karar verdiğini inceleyen bir sosyal alandır. Turizm sektörünün, ekonomi bilimi ile ilişkili olduğu unsurlara vurgu yapan turizm ekonomisi, turizm faaliyetlerinin ve turistlerin tercihlerinin ülke ekonomisindeki önemi ve etkilerini neden sonuç ilişkileri ile açıklayan bir disiplin dalıdır. Bu çalışmada Türkiye gibi turizme dayalı ekonomiler üzerinde turizm sektörünün sağladığı ekonomik katkılar açıklanmakta, turizm sektörünün, makroekonomik istikrarın korunması, dış ödemeler dengesinin iyileştirilmesi ve bölgesel kalkınmanın sağlanması gibi büyük öneme sahip temel ekonomik konularda yarattığı etkiler vurgulanmaktadır. Bunun yanında turizmin moneter (parasal) etkileri ve turizm sektörünün ekonomik sistem içerisindeki önemi açıklanmıştır.
Civic and citizenship education: essence and meaning in the context of the spiritual and intellectual formation of the individual (taking into account the European experience in Ukraine)
Authors: Riabovol L. T.
Published: December 2024

The article states that for successful adaptation in new conditions, a person needs the skills of active citizenship and democratic participation, in particular on the Internet, as well as the skills to act consciously and responsibly not only within a certain community or society, but also in relation to the planet as a whole. It is noted that for their development, it is necessary to expand civic education. It has been established that a unified approach to understanding the purpose and essence of civic education is implemented in the European Union and in Ukraine. In general, it is aimed at: the formation and development of civic competences, the ability of a person to realize and protect the rights and freedoms of a person and a citizen, to be responsible for the rights and civic duties, to observe them, to take an active part in public life in order to protect democracy and the rule of law; for each person to realize his personal responsibility for the development of Ukraine, territorial communities, professional and other communities in all spheres of life through conscious and active implementation of his electoral and other rights, actions, conscientious payment of taxes, participation in decision-making at the local and national level. It was revealed that in the EU and in Ukraine, it is legally established that civic education should be implemented at different levels of education, as well as in formal, informal and informal education. It was noted, however, that formal education is of particular importance, primarily general secondary education, during which civic education enables students to acquire knowledge, develop skills, discover values, attitudes, and generally understand the world, including through participatory pedagogy. As a result of the analysis of the State Standards of basic and specialized secondary education, it was established that civic competence is one of the key competences. It is concluded that subjects of the civic and historical educational field have a special potential for the implementation of school civic education, and the basis for the development of an appropriate model of education is the Western / European model ("civic and citizenship education"), which is based on the priority of the formation of civic qualities for the education of social responsibility in every sphere of human activity.
Information model of the general methodology as a system for building any activity
Authors: Khvostychenko O. M. , Trusei L. H.
Published: December 2024

The research offers an information model of the general methodology as a system for building any activity. Modeling has long been an effective tool in building various processes. And since almost all processes have an information basis, information models are widely used, which are often brought to algorithmic and computer implementation. Computer technologies allow not only to quickly calculate process parameters and expected results, but also to visually display the course of the process itself with varying degrees of visualization. The greatest difficulty is modeling social processes, as they are directly related to the human factor, mostly due to the unpredictability of behavior and decisions made, often contrary to conventional logic. This is due to the lack of study of the spiritual sphere of man, his consciousness. The authors rely on the following definitions: methodology is a system of knowledge about the structure, effective organization, principles, methods and means of conscious activity; knowledge is a feature of a certain amount of information that determines its status and separates it from all other information by the criterion of its ability to solve the task; beliefs - generalizations that a person has made about cause-and-effect relationships, values, about himself/herself, other people, actions, identity, etc., what he/she considers “true” at the moment, including the conscious needs of the individual that motivate him/her to act in accordance with the accepted value orientations. The methodology as a system of activity involves the following components: knowledge - elements of the system (worldview, values, goals, principles, methods, ways and forms); human potential (according to their personal qualities and abilities, people form an organizational and functional structure and the corresponding hierarchy); interaction organized in a certain structure (management, technology, provision, execution, control); results obtained (indicators, criteria, evaluation) and feedback. Thus, the model covers all the components of any activity and allows determining the optimal methodology for building the entire process. The model is based on the quality of knowledge, which is an element of the methodological system and allows to build any activity with a high degree of adequacy and efficiency.
Harmony of individual and collective values is the basis of spiritual and intellectual upbringing of a creative personality
Authors: Bushnov V. V. , Kryvych A. I.
Published: December 2024

In today's world, social challenges, such as the rise of individualism or the desire for uniformity in a team, affect the way we form our personalities. On the one hand, the culture of self-realization and success often encourages selfishness and competition, which can lead to social isolation and problems in interpersonal relationships. On the other hand, an excessive focus on collective values and standards that negate individuality suppresses a person's unique talents and intrinsic motivation. In the context of globalization, digitalization, and rapid social change, the balance between individual development and the ability to cooperate is becoming critical to fostering a personality capable of adapting to the challenges of the 21st century while maintaining internal integrity and flexibility. The harmony of individual and collective aspects of human life implies both personal development and integration into the social environment. It is important for a person to be able to develop his or her unique abilities while maintaining a sense of belonging to a group, as this strengthens his or her internal resources and contributes to successful self-expression. Only a harmonious combination of individual and collective development will allow a person to unleash his or her creative abilities. The choice between egoism and collectivism equally inhibits human development and self-realization. The development of cooperation is the way to harmony between the individual and the collective. Cooperative and partnership relations create favorable conditions for achieving acme. They provide knowledge exchange, support and motivation, enhance creativity, develop communication skills and expand the network of contacts. Thanks to these aspects, an individual has a better chance of realizing their potential and achieving maximum results in life. In today's world, which faces numerous challenges, such as social exclusion, conflict, inequality and environmental issues, a cooperative approach is becoming critical for the harmonious development of the individual. Supporting this approach not only contributes to the formation of socially responsible citizens, but also ensures the creation of a healthy social environment in which everyone can realize their potential. The cooperative approach is based on the principles of mutual respect, cooperation and support, which allows individuals to interact with each other, taking into account both their own and collective needs. This creates conditions for the development of personal qualities such as empathy, tolerance and responsibility, which are key to effective coexistence in society.
Los mercados de alimentos en la ciudad de Rosario
Authors: Brarda Analia
Published: December 2024

Since the mid-19th century, Rosario was supported by agro-export production, where the countryside, railways, ports and its utilitarian buildings played key roles in its development.
To date, at the local level, the cultural and heritage value of the latter has been barely studied, disseminated and/or preserved. In this context, the present work has proposed to record the urban architectural characteristics of the different food markets, with the aim of recognizing their heritage importance.
From what was observed, two types of proposals were identified: those that are developed in open spaces and those that are in closed spaces. The latter presented distinctive typological and formal characteristics of the industrial architecture of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, differing from each other according to the available lots. Among the paradigmatic cases, the Model Fair and the Food Producers Market stand out, both built in the 1960s, where some of the ideas of the Modern Movement were incorporated.
Percepción de seguridad de la infancia en espacios públicos del Cantón Tena, Ecuador
Authors: Chérrez-Rodas Karina , Vaca-Naranjo Carina , Maldonado-Marchán María Elizabeth , Castro-Yar Mikaela
Published: December 2024

The article addresses the importance of public spaces in strengthening social cohesion, emphasizing the need to consider the perceptions and experiences of children, as well as addressing gender issues in relation to the use and appropriation of public space. The study focuses on the city of Tena, Ecuador, where rural local communities are in close proximity to urban areas, which could be considered as hybrid expansion nuclei. The coexistence of these urbanization characteristics presents significant challenges in terms of development and the quality of public spaces, highlighting the need for deeper research and comprehensive considerations to address these complex urban dynamics. The study was conducted through the implementation of focus groups, consisting of workshops with children aged 7 to 12. The workshops were structured in three phases: preliminary diagnosis, theoretical induction, and final consultation. The results showed that, in general, children in rural environments tend to feel safer in public spaces than in urban environments. Additionally, it was evident that a tactical urbanism intervention is an interesting tool for the majority of children, highlighting the relevance of these interventions to promote active participation of children in shaping more inclusive and sustainable urban environments.
A Comparative Investigation of Self-Efficacy, Job Stress, and Professional Quality of Life among Industrial and Bank Employees
Authors: Zainab Bibi  , Arhamna Tahir  , Mariam Farooq  , Aimen Fatima  , Ayesha Javed
Published: December 2024

The Purpose of this study is to compare self-efficacy, stress at work and professional quality of life (ProQoL) among industrial and bank employees in order to discover the patterns specific to each sector and the underlying causes that can contribute to the disparities in these structures. The survey included 200 people (100 from industry and 100 from banks). A systematic questionnaire was used to collect data, including GSE, work-related stress scale (JSS), professional quality of life scale (ProQuoL 5). The data was entered into SPSS and a comparative analysis was carried out using descriptive statistics and correlation analyses. Job stress has had significant negative impact on the quality of  life (r = -0.830, p 0.01), indicating that high levels of job stress are related to lower quality of life. Furthermore, the strongest association was found between Job Stress and life quailty, as well as between the two categories. The study emphasizes the interconnection of the three factors in various working contexts, emphasizing the importance of stress management interventions in the workplace. Overall, the findings suggest that promoting self-efficiency could be an effective technique for boosting employee well-being and reducing stress in both sectors.
Still do I have a life? A Qualitative Study of Retired Citizen in Pakistan
Authors: Roshina Amjad  , Faizan Ali Qureshi  , Asad Ali  , Renuka Lalwani
Published: December 2024

Progressively more people are living to at least the age of 60 years and at least a quarter of the global population is expected to be 60 years or older by 2050 (United Nations, 2023). This demographic transition, driven by declining fertility rates and increased life expectancy, is accompanied by a notable trend: more people are returning to the workplace or taking up part-time jobs after retirement, which implies that the number of retirees doing so is on the rise. In the United States, about 29 percent of retirees resume work (DE Silver, 2023), and 47 percent of men aged from 60 to 64 years go back to work within the first ten years of retirement in Canada (Statistic Canada, 2023). Such changes in the social contract require that current and future advancements in post-retirement employment be analyzed and understood about antecedents and consequences of career concepts and management of human capital in organizations. There is relatively little literature published on retirement, however, the few extant literature are silent on what motivates retirees back into work and the effects on organizational performance. Therefore, this paper attempts to fill this gap by reviewing the literature on post-retirement employment, with particular emphasis on antecedents and consequences of decisions to re-employment retirees. It stresses the significance of integration and synthesis of findings for better understanding of the subject by specialists of different branches of knowledge, including sociology, psychology, and economics in the framework of HRM for the sake of improved strategic planning and policy-making. Finally, an analysis is made regarding demographic effects on workers in the organization as well as the effects of the retiring baby-boomers and the shortage of workers expected to ensue. It speaks about the possibilities of reemploying older workers as having implications to reduce workforce shortages, especially when it comes to specialized occupational positions. Last but not least; the paper sums up the social equity functions of retirees, retirees' responsibilities in family and community, and difficulties experienced in the process of retirement. Thus, the goal to expand the existing knowledge about retirees’ quality of life and the effects of work after retirement on the individual and organizational levels will be achieved through attending to the aspects identified above. Indeed, this research is valuable for enriching modern theories on career development and human resource management, and for understanding how retirees’ skills and experience can be utilized in the interest of both the employment market and the social well-being of the community.
The Impacts of Internet Addiction on Sleep Disturbance and Mental Health among University Students
Authors: Inza Ayoub  , Ghufran Uddin  , Zainab Bibi
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this research paper would be to examine if there is a relationship between dependency on the Internet among university students, sleep disorders, and mental health. A sample was constituted from 200 participants from Multan University of Women, Bahauddin Zakariya University and the University of NUML and Bahria University in Lahore. This paper aims unraveling a correlation between internet addiction and sleep disorders as well as between the latter two variables and mental health. For that purpose, three tools of assessment have been used: the scale of Internet addiction, developed by Dr. Kimberly in 1995, a Likert scale for sleep quality, and a scale of mental health inventory. The results describe a statistically significant correlation between Internet addiction, sleep disorders, and bad mental health among university students.
Evaluating the University of the Philippines Visayas action research project based on the context, input, process, and product model
Authors: Amoto Jeena A , Sodusta Donne Jone P , Fernandez, Jr. Pepito R
Published: December 2024

The University of the Philippines Visayas Action Research Project (UPV ARP) is a public service initiative of the UPV Division of Professional Education (DProfEd) formed in response to the Department of Education Region VI’s call to strengthen the action research culture in the region and align assessment guidelines with national policies. This qualitative study examined the experiences of teacher action researchers participating in UPV ARP’s capacity-building activities, focusing on exposure, implemented strategies, resource use, project modifications, and success indicators. Utilizing Stufflebeam’s Context, Input, Process, and Product (CIPP) Model, data were collected through interviews with eight stakeholders, including three DepEd teachers, two DepEd officials, and three UPV ARP faculty and staff, as well as through an analysis of submitted action research proposals. Results revealed key themes such as Teacher Education Institution Research Competencies Gaps, Clarificatory yet Prescriptive Processes, Beyond Academic Performance, Moving Forward, and Action Research in the DProfEd Curriculum. These findings offer insights for refining DProfEd’s program offerings and advancing public service as an academic endeavor. The study recommends that UPV ARP, DProfEd, DepEd, and Teacher Education Institutions integrate these findings into their initiatives to enhance research capacity-building and public service programs.
Comparative Analysis of the Impact of Volleyball on Physical Fitness Improvement in Male and Female Students of the Communication Science Program at UPN Veteran Yogyakarta
Authors: Sumintarsih Sumintarsih , Saptono Tri , Mustofa Hanafi
Published: December 2024

Research objectives the effect of volleyball games on improving the physical fitness of male students. The effect of volleyball games on improving the physical fitness of female students. The difference in the effect of volleyball games between male and female students on improving physical fitness. This research an uses experimental method. The population of this research were students of the Communication Science Study Program of UPN "Veteran" Yogyakarta in the academic year 2023/2024 who were taking the Sports II course in volleyball. The data analysis method of this study uses the t-test. Test your data analysis requirements using normality and homogeneity tests. Research Results: 1) The average effect of volleyball games on increasing the physical fitness of male students is 2.431666667. 2) The average effect of volleyball games on the physical fitness of female students is 3.001666667. 3) The difference in the effect of volleyball games on improving physical fitness between male and female students is an average difference of 0.57.
Implementation of the Problem Posing Model to Improve Learning Outcomes of Grade 5 Students on the Human Digestive System Material
Authors: Alfisyah Alfisyah , Muna Khairiatul
Published: December 2024

The problem posing learning model is a method that can increase student activity and involvement in learning. The problem posing model encourages students to ask questions, solve problems, and discuss collaboratively, so that they are able to build a deeper understanding of the material being studied. This study aims to determine the influence and contribution of the problem posing model on the learning outcomes of the human digestive system material of grade 5 SDN Mandurian Hilir. The study conducted experiments related to the problem posing model with a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The stages of using the problem posing model are: the planning stage, the implementation stage and the reflection stage with 3 descriptive questions. The results of the study found that there was an influence of the use of the problem posing learning model on student learning outcomes in the human digestive system material with a significant value of 0.045. These results indicate that the problem posing model is effective in improving understanding of learning outcomes in the human digestive system material in grade 5.
Needs Analysis the Importance of Improving Teacher’s Competence in Facilitating Student-Centered Learning
Authors: Sutrisno Sutrisno , Badeni Badeni , Risdianto Eko
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the need for improved teacher competency at the Al Fida Foundation in Bengkulu City to facilitate student-centered learning. With a qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews and questionnaires involving teachers with at least three years of teaching experience. The findings indicate that training in the use of information technology, especially the Learning Management System (LMS), is greatly needed. Although teachers understand learning planning, they have difficulty integrating learning resources and instructional strategies that encourage student interest. Time constraints and suboptimal structural support are the main challenges. This study provides a new perspective on the analysis of teacher competency needs in private schools in the context of student-centered learning. The results of this study identify training needs and offer competency improvement strategies that can be implemented by educational foundations.
The Effect of Characteristics, Patient Knowledge and Availability of Pulmonary TB Drugs with Compliance with Taking Pulmonary TB Drugs at the Jambi City Health Center in 2023
Authors: Hisran Hisran , Sugiarti Sugiarti , Nasution Helmi Suryani , Ningsih Vinna Rahayu
Published: December 2024

Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by *Mycobacterium tuberculosis*. One of the factors contributing to the low cure rate is non-adherence to TB treatment. Non-adherence is influenced by patient-related factors, including respondent characteristics, knowledge about pulmonary TB, and drug availability. The objective of this study is to analyze the influence of respondent characteristics, namely age, gender, education, knowledge about pulmonary TB, and drug availability on adherence to medication.  This is a quantitative study with a cross-sectional approach. Samples were collected proportionally from 59 pulmonary TB patients undergoing treatment at 20 community health centers. The instrument used was a questionnaire based on MMAS-8, and the data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analyses with Spearman Rho correlation test and Ordinal Logistic Regression. Adherence to pulmonary TB treatment was better in the older age group (36-45 years) with 85.4%, those with a high school education at 73.2%, respondents with high knowledge at 63.4%, and those reporting good drug availability at 88.9%. No respondents were categorized as non-adherent. The factors significantly affecting adherence to TB treatment were age (p = 0.046), education level (p = 0.013), knowledge (p = 0.021), and drug availability (p = 0.000), with drug availability having the greatest influence. Meanwhile, gender did not have a significant effect on adherence. The R-Square value was 0.525, and the regression equation was \( Y = 0.492 + 0.190 X1 – 0.101 X2 + 0.195 X3 + 0.356 X4 + 0.505 X5 + \epsilon \).
Sentiment Analysis For The 2024 Presidential Election (Pilpres) Using BERT CNN
Authors: Putra Daffa Fadhilah , Sibaroni Yuliant
Published: December 2024

The 2024 presidential election in Indonesia has generated tremendous enthusiasm on social media, particularly on the X platform. This research aims to analyze public sentiment regarding the 2024 presidential election by utilizing BERT and CNN methods. Sentiment analysis in the digital era is key to understanding the diverse social perspectives within society. The use of BERT, which has proven effective in understanding natural language context, and CNN, initially used for image analysis, will help in understanding public sentiment on X leading up to the 2024 presidential election. The research results show that the BERT model provides the best performance with an average accuracy of 90.02%, while CNN achieved 88.19%. The sentiment-based predictions using BERT for the three presidential candidates indicate that Prabowo Subianto is predicted to receive the highest support at 43.82%, followed by Ganjar Pranowo with 33.83%, and Anies Baswedan with 22.35%. A comparison of the prediction results with the actual election results shows that Prabowo Subianto was predicted to receive 43.82% of the vote, while the actual election results reached 58.58%, a difference of 14.76%. Ganjar Pranowo was predicted to receive 33.83% of the vote, while the actual results were 16.47%, with a difference of 17.36%. Anies Baswedan was predicted to receive 22.35% of the vote, with the actual result being 24.95%, a difference of 2.60%. This study indicates that the BERT model is effective in providing an accurate depiction of the 2024 Indonesian presidential election results.
BUA Mobile Lab at Long Night of Science 2024
Authors:   OpenMake Team
Published: December 2024

Dear Reader, We presented the BUA Mobile Lab project at the Long Night of Science 2024 in Berlin. During this annual event, universities and research institutions showcase scientific demonstrations, lectures, and interactive activities, making science accessible and engaging for all ages.
Threshold Effects of Economic Policy Uncertainty on Corporate Investment
Authors: Muhammad Shafiq Khan  , Malik Fahim Bashir
Published: December 2024

Existing literature vigorously underlines the negative impact of economic policy uncertainty (EPU) on corporate investment. However, earlier empirical studies mostly examined this relationship using linear econometric models. Current study aims to revisit this relationship employing a non-linear Threshold Auto Regressive (TAR) model of Hansen (1999). The study incorporates data from 25 countries ranging 2008 to 2021 comprising 10020 firm-level observations. The study's findings emphasize the nonlinear relationship between the EPU and corporate investment. The results also find out two EPU thresholds in the regression relationship. Beyond the thresholds firms’ investments behaviors significantly change. The robustness checks also confirm that our results remain consistent even upon utilizing two step system GMM model. The findings hold important implications for policymakers and businesses, emphasizing the need of robust economic policies for corporate investment.
Diplomatic immunity: Considerations in the light of requests for its limitation
Authors: Terzić-Danilović Ivana
Published: December 2024

In this paper, the author starts from a well-established understanding in international law - that the purpose of diplomatic immunity is to enable the performance of diplomatic functions with the aim of smooth performance of diplomatic relations between states. However, the application of diplomatic immunity in certain cases may mean the avoidance of legal responsibility and the absence of compensation for damages to victims of violations of rights, representing a shield from sanctions for non-compliance with the laws of the receiving state. The author of the paper makes the observation that it is desirable for the international community to review such practice in the future, through the work of International Law Commission, with an emphasis on a balanced and cautious approach, because it is a particularly sensitive issue that involves all member states of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and which mostly intertwines legal and political elements, characteristic for the international community. It is concluded that the result of such a review should lead to the preservation of the diplomatic immunity, with the possibility of establishing reasonable limitations on its scope or giving appropriate guidelines for the interpretation and application of prescribed exceptions from immunity, which should, primarily, take into account serious denials of basic human rights.
Unauthorized conduct of archaeological work
Authors: Pupić Dejan
Published: December 2024

This article focuses on the criminal law aspect of unauthorized conduct of archaeological works, an issue that poses an increasingly present challenge for the preservation of cultural heritage in a global context. The study extensively examines the legal mechanisms set up to combat this phenomenona, with particular emphasis on the analysis of Art. 353a of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Serbia. The paper elucidates key criminal law challenges associated with the effective application and enforcement of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Serbia, which sanctions unauthorized archaeological excavations. Additionally, it explores the role of international organizations in creating a synergistic framework for the protection of cultural heritage and the need to strengthen international legal cooperation. The research conclusions emphasize the need for a comprehensive approach in addressing issues related to the conduct of unauthorized archaeological works.
Lawsuit of B&H against FRY before the International Court of Justice: The concept of genocide, judgment, procedure and security aspect
Authors: Mašović Dino
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we will deal with the lawsuit of Bosnia and Herzegovina against the FRY before the International Court of Justice. This case is speciale causam, because in the longterm work of the International Court of Justice, for the first time, one state accused another state of a violation of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Genocide. Therefore, in this paper we will deal with the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Genocide and whether there was a violation of it. In this paper, we will focus on the decision of the International Court of Justice. We will also explore the security aspect and security connections, especially the case of "Scorpions", as well as the legal and political repercussions of the judgment of the International Court of Justice. We will also investigate the operation of the International Court of Justice and compare it with the operation of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, today the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Courts. We will compare the opposing opinions of the judges of the panel of the International Court of Justice, the panel that made the decision. In the conclusion of this paper, we will try to sublimate, from the legal side, the conduct of the proceedings before the International Court of Justice, as well as why the judgment has both a legal and a pronounced political connotation. Namely, the paper is primarily based on the operation of the International Court of Justice, the procedure and decisionmaking, with a comparison of the operation of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. It is particularly interesting how the court tried to "satisfy" the parties in this proceeding before the International Court of Justice. The establishment of interdependence, the command responsibility of members of the state secret service, remained in limbo, and it is still up to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia to establish that legal segment. When we talk about the proof of genocide, which was requested by the lawsuit, the International Court of Justice tried to find a satisfactory legal, and especially political, solution. It is clear that the court left room for legal discussion, as well as that it transferred to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia to determine numerous details related to criminal acts committed on the territory of the former Yugoslavia.
O eventualnom umišljaju
Authors: Roxin Claus
Published: December 2024

Važeći nemački Krivični zakonik ne sadrži odredbu o eventualnom umišljaju, već njegovo definisanje prepušta nauci i sudskoj praksi. U radu se skicira razvojni put ovog spornog pitanja u Nemačkoj, a konkretno se nakon uvodnog razlikovanja umišljaja prvog stepena, direktnog i eventualnog umišljaja, objašnjavaju slabosti teorije predstave i teorije volje, da bi se nakon citiranja relevantnih odluka nemačke sudske prakse kao razgraničavajući kriterijum između eventualnog umišljaja i svesnog nehata postavilo "opredeljivanje za moguću povredu pravnog dobra", uz njegovu dalju konkretizaciju putem određenih formula i indikatora, sa posebnim osvrtom na rešavanje graničnih slučajeva putem "sveukupnog sagledavanja svih objektivnih i subjektivnih okolnosti konkretnog slučaja" i uz zaključno određivanje umišljaja kao vrednosnog suda sudije.
Bojazan krivičnog sudije od religijskih činjenica
Authors: Pradel Jean
Published: December 2024

Religija i ideje o njoj su sastavni deo ljudske istorije i kao takve predstavljaju određenu društvenu činjenicu. Ako se ona posmatra u svetlu primene krivičnog prava postavlja se pitanje kako bi sudija trebalo da se odnosi prema religijskim idejama - da li bi trebalo da ih prihvati, ospori ili da im ne pridaje nikakav pravni značaj? Ovo pitanje dobija posebno na važnosti u svetlu člana 14. Evropske konvencije o ljudskim pravima koji zabranjuje diskriminaciju zasnovanu na religijskim uverenjima. Zbog toga je stav krivičnog sudije, u meri u kojoj ima određenu slobodu u tumačenju pravne norme, takav da odbacuje religijska učenja, a istovremeno poštuje verske običaje. Za sudiju ne postoji dilema da li bi trebalo da primeni pozitivno ili religijsko pravo, jer se primenjuje samo pozitivno, dakle, državno pravo. Može se, međutim, postaviti pitanje da li bi pozivanje na određene religijske činjenice moglo da predstavlja osnov koji bi isključivao postojanje krivičnog dela? Odgovor je odrečan, pri čemu do nepriznavanja pravnog značaja može da dođe bilo neposredno, bilo posredno. Kao primer za neposredno nepriznavanje autor pominje institut nužne odbrane ili krajnje nužde, ostavljajući mogućnost da se religijske činjenice uzmu u obzir kao olakšavajuće okolnosti prilikom odmeravanja kazne. O posrednom nepriznavanju osnova religijskog karaktera se može govoriti u slučaju da svedok, pozivajući se na obavezu čuvanja verske tajne, odbije da dâ iskaz, a sud naredi preduzimanje druge dokazne radnje i na taj način dođe do željenog dokaza. Na osnovu izloženog ne bi trebalo izvesti zaključak da krivični sudija ne pridaje nikakav značaj religijskim verovanjima. Naprotiv, postojanje određenih inkriminacija u krivičnom zakonodavstvu i odgovarajuća rešenja u krivičnom postupku govore upravo suprotno. Zabrana diskriminacije na osnovu religijske pripadnosti je u francuskom pravu krivično delo, uostalom kao i izazivanje diskriminacije po verskom osnovu. Autor ističe da se okrivljeni za ova krivična dela najčešće pozivaju na slobodu izražavanja, pri čemu se sudije uglavnom ustežu da izriču osuđujuće presude izuzev ako je ponašanje okrivljenog bilo očigledno preterano. Situacija je mnogo jasnija na terenu krivičnog postupka u kojem su prihvaćene određene formalnosti u čijoj osnovi su verski običaji. Prema praksi Krivičnog odeljenja francuskog Kasacionog suda svedok može da položi zakletvu u skladu sa zahtevima koje postavlja njegova religija. Sličan problem se može pojaviti i kod porotnika, ali je on prevaziđen na taj način što je iz teksta zakletve koju oni polažu izostavljeno pozivanje na božansko. Autor zaključuje da religijska činjenica, čak i kada se na dogmatički način odbacuje, ostaje stvarnost, pa zato sudiji ne preostaje ništa drugo do da je prizna.
High employee involvement and well-being in the IT sector in the Republic of Serbia
Authors: Jevtić Tamara , Jevtić Jelena , Vidaković Mira
Published: December 2024

In the modern business environment, organizations are increasingly focusing on strategies and concepts that help them strengthen their competitive market position. This paper investigates human resource management models, with particular emphasis on high employee involvement and well-being. The aim of the research was to examine the relationship between these two factors. The theoretical part included a review of previous studies on high employee involvement and well-being, while the empirical research was conducted on a sample of 134 employees (managers and professionals) in IT sector organizations in the Republic of Serbia. Data was collected in January 2024 through an electronic questionnaire. The proposed relationship was tested using independent samples t-tests for high employee involvement and wellbeing by gender, as well as Spearman's correlation in IBM SPSS Statistics 25. The findings reveal a moderately strong positive correlation between high employee involvement and well-being. Employees involved in decision-making, problem-solving, and suggesting new ideas exhibited more developed mental, psychological, and emotional aspects of life.
Erector spinae plane block for managing acute postmastectomy pain: Single center experience from the Institute for Oncology and Radiology of Serbia
Authors: Cvetković Ana , Miličić Biljana , Stojiljković Dejan , Đorđević Bojana , Mirčić Dijana , Jokić Andrej , Badnjarević Damjana
Published: December 2024

Introduction: The most common oncological surgery in the female population is breast cancer surgery, according to the high incidence of breast cancer. Different intensities of postoperative pain usually follow mastectomy with axillary dissection. The erector spine plane (ESP) is a newly defined regional anesthesia technique for analgesia of the chest wall. In this study we report the success and the effect of ESPB on immediate postoperative analgesic pain in the Institute for Oncology and Radiology of Serbia. In a study involving women scheduled for mastectomy with axillary dissection, we report the success and impact of ESPB on immediate postoperative pain management at the Institute for Oncology and Radiology of Serbia. Methodology: This case series study included 25 female patients with breast cancer indicated for unilateral mastectomy and axillary dissection in our center, between 18.01.2023 and 01.05.2023. who received ESP block with general anesthesia and their pain scores, analgesic requirements and nausea in the postoperative period. Data on pain scores and rescue analgesia requirements were collected at standardized intervals postoperatively. Results: The average age of 25 women patients was 56.8 years. The mean heart rate was 72.08 at the beginning, and the value dropped to 65.32 beats/min during the intraoperative period. The pain intensity was highest in the 12th hour postoperatively and the incidence of patients with pain was the lowest, while at the 24th hour, we registered that significantly fewer patients received Rescue Analgesia. Conclusion: Our results showed that the patients who received the ESP block had satisfactory postoperative pain control, as indicated by lower NRS scores.
Impact of peripheral nerve blocks on inflammatory response following knee arthroplasty
Authors: Srećković Svetlana , Klačar Radmila , Odalović Ana , Vračević Dragana , Vesić Jovan , Lađević Nikola , Kadija Marko
Published: December 2024

Introduction: The increased inflammatory response after knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a result of bone and soft tissue trauma whose extensive reactions contribute to postoperative morbidity and mortality. Methods: After elective TKA, 200 patients were included in this prospective cohort study. In one group of patients the adductor block and IPACK block were applied, while in the second group there were no blocks. Results: In the group with blocks fewer patients experienced pain at rest with lower intensity (1.18±0.76 vs. 3.35±1.18 p<0.001). In the group without blocks, pain was more intense when coughing (1.7±0.52 vs. 3.72±1.61 p<0.001) and during active movements of the operated leg (1.67±0.83 vs. 3.78±1.94 p<0.001). In the first 24 hours after surgery, in the group with blocks, 22% of patients needed opioids in a dose of 9.64±3.21, while all patients in the group without blocks needed opioids in a dose of 30.94±11.47. Postoperatively, a statistically significant difference between the groups was observed in WBC, CRP, ESR, and albumin levels on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th days. Three months after TKA, the KOOS score was statistically higher in the group with blocks (92.6±11.73 vs 85.65±17.49 p<0.001). Conclusion: The combination of nerve blocks provides adequate postoperative analgesia enabling early rehabilitation, reducing morphine consumption, reducing the count of WBC, CRP, ESR, and albumin (1st, 3rd, and 5th day postoperatively), and positively affecting the functional status three months after surgery. Identification and influence on factors that reduce the local and systemic inflammatory response is vital in improving recovery after TKA.