bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Physical and Sensory Long-Term Disabilities from Bothrops Snakebite Envenomings in Manaus, Western Brazilian Amazon
Authors: Fernández Eduardo M. G. , Oliveira Débora N. , Silva-Neto Alexandre V. , Dávila Rafaela N. , Lengler Ligia , Sartim Marco A. , Farias Altair S. , Ferreira Luiz C. L. , Carvalho Érica da Silva , Wen Fan H. , Murta Felipe , Almeida-Val Fernando , Pucca Manuela B. , Sachett Jacqueline A. G. , Monteiro Wuelton M.
Published: January 2025

Snakebites caused by Bothrops snakes are the most prevalent in the Amazon region, causing local and systemic complications. Local complications are mostly represented by necrosis, secondary bacterial infection and compartment syndrome. There are reports of long-term disabilities, but their burden is poorly investigated. This study aims to describe and estimate the frequency of physical and sensory long-term disabilities from Bothrops snakebites in the Manaus Region, in the western Brazilian Amazon region. Participants were >18-years individuals that accepted to return to the hospital 3–12 months (average follow-up time of 195 days) after the discharge for neuromusculoskeletal, chronic pain and sensory assessments. Assessment of disability was also performed using the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 (WHODAS 2.0). Factors associated with summary disability using WHODAS 2.0 were identified. Fifty participants were enrolled. A frequency of 20% of the participants reported difficulty in moving the affected limb (20%), and 23.7% reported difficulty in walking. Limitations of daily activities were reported by 26% of the patients. Decreased strength of the affected limb was observed in 22% of the patients. Decreased range of joint motion was seen in 20% of the patients. Chronic pain was reported in 48% of the patients. Tactile sensibility was decreased in 30%, thermal sensibility in 14%, painful sensibility (hypoalgesia) in 12%, kinetic-postural sensibility (hypokinesthesia) in 4% and vibratory sensibility was decreased or abolished in 16% of the participants. Cognition and mobility domains were those with the highest frequencies of participants with any degree of disability, each with 57%. The summary WHODAS 2.0 disability rate was 59%. Age > 59 years (p = 0.02)] was associated with protection against disability. Difficulty in moving the limb (p = 0.05), pain at the affected limb (p < 0.01), limitations of daily activities (p < 0.01) and decreased thermal sensibility (p = 0.05) were significantly associated with disability. The present study consists of the first follow-up investigation involving Bothrops snakebite patients related to long-term disabilities. These findings represent important data on Bothrops snakebites causing clinically significant long-term neuromusculoskeletal and sensory disabilities, resulting in reduced quality of life of the patients.
Chikungunya: From Hypothesis to Evidence of Increased Severe Disease and Fatalities
Authors: Brito Carlos , Falcão Melissa Barreto , de Albuquerque Maria de Fatima Pessoa Militão , Cerqueira-Silva Thiago , Teixeira Maria Glória , Franca Rafael Freitas de Oliveira
Published: January 2025

Chikungunya virus infection often manifests as an acute, self-limiting febrile illness, with arthralgia and musculoskeletal symptoms being the most commonly reported. Arthralgia can persist for months or even years, and approximately 50% of cases progress to chronic conditions. However, recent outbreaks have revealed a rising number of severe cases and fatalities. This review examines evidence from the past decade that suggests a higher incidence of severe chikungunya virus (CHIKV) infections and increased mortality rates, challenging official reports and guidelines from many countries. The literature review includes case reports, series, and studies with comparison groups to assess whether CHIKV-related mortality is underreported. Evaluating excess mortality involves analyzing consistent findings across different regions, biological plausibility, and systemic manifestations that contribute to severe outcomes. These findings aim to expand disease classifications in international guidelines and raise awareness among healthcare professionals to better identify severe CHIKV cases and related deaths. Studies were identified through PubMed using the search terms “chikungunya”, “death”, “severe”, “pathogenesis”, and “pathophysiology”.
Dam-Break Hazard Assessment with CFD Computational Fluid Dynamics Modeling: The Tianchi Dam Case Study
Authors: Xu Jinyuan , Zhang Yichen , Ma Qing , Zhang Jiquan , Hu Qiandong , Zhan Yinshui
Published: January 2025

In this research, a numerical model for simulating dam break floods was developed utilizing ArcGIS 10.8, 3ds Max 2021, and Flow-3D v11.2 software, with the aim of accurately representing the dam break disaster at Tianchi Lake in Changbai Mountain. The study involved the construction of a Triangulated Irregular Network (TIN) terrain surface and the application of 3ds Max 2021 to enhance the precision of the three-dimensional terrain data, thereby optimizing the depiction of the region’s topography. The finite volume method, along with multi-block grid technology, was employed to model the dam break scenario at Tianchi Lake. To evaluate the severity of the dam break disaster, the research integrated land use classifications within the study area with the simulated flood depths resulting from the dam break, applying the natural breaks method for hazard level classification. The findings indicated that the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) numerical model developed in this study significantly enhanced both the efficiency and accuracy of the simulations. Furthermore, the disaster assessment methodology that incorporated land use types facilitated the generation of inundation maps and disaster zoning maps across two scenarios, thereby effectively assessing the impacts of the disaster under varying conditions.
Perspectives of Secondary School Educators Teaching Gender and Sexuality in Health Education
Authors: Lockhart Emily , Bickmore-Brand Jennie , Doecke Phil
Published: January 2025

High-quality health education in schools plays a critical role in the formation of young people by developing the attitudes, beliefs, and skills needed to adopt and maintain healthy behaviours throughout their lives. Curriculum reform processes ensure that health education is adequately preparing adolescents for the world today and in the future. However, there is little consideration given to the teachers implementing these curriculum reforms, and their ability to integrate changes as they shape their learning and teaching. In this paper, we discuss the worldviews and beliefs of the teachers delivering health education in Western Australia. We present findings from a doctoral grounded theory study within secondary schools to explain the process teachers use as they approach curriculum, particularly after a reform. We investigate how teachers struggle to decide how to present themselves and the new curriculum content in class. Our findings evidence that teachers have determined gender and sexuality content to be controversial, uncomfortable, difficult to teach but also a favourite to teach. Teachers have expressed uncertainty as to what to say in class and have called for further guidance to teach these important life lessons. Curriculums need to constantly change to keep pace with a changing world, so how do we do this in a way that supports teachers and ultimately produces the best education for young people?
Effect of nitrogen ((NH4)2SO4) starvation on growth, lipids, and characterization of fatty acid methyl esther (FAME) in Euglena sp.: Semi-mass cultivation
Authors: Suyono Eko Agus , Zahra Samia Nashitatuz , Purnama Tariq Akhdan , Wulandari Ismia , Dhiaurahman A. Najib , Kurnianto Dedy , Maghfiroh Khusnul Qonita , Erfianti Tia , Putri Renata Adaranyssa Egistha , Amelia Ria
Published: January 2025

Microalgae, such as Euglena sp., are microorganisms that can be utilized as biofuel sources. Before mass cultivation, Euglena sp. must adapt through semi-mass cultivation to tolerate various conditions, including environmental changes and contaminants. Nitrogen starvation has been shown to increase lipid production in Euglena sp.; however, the effects of culturing with ((NH4)2SO4) concentrations of 500 mg/L and 250 mg/L have not yet been explored. This research aimed to determine the effects of ((NH4)2SO4) starvation on growth rate and biomass, lipid content, and fatty acid profile of Euglena sp. during semi-mass cultivation (50 L). In this study, nitrogen starvation increased the total unsaturated fatty acids, lipid production, and productivity. However, it reduced cell growth, biomass production, and productivity. The highest lipid productivity was observed at 500 mg/L ((NH4)2SO4), reaching 0.011±0.0014 mg/mL and 0.217±0.014 mg/mL for lipid production on day 15. Meanwhile, the highest biomass production occurred at 1000 mg/L ((NH4)2SO4), reaching 0.156±0.010 mg/mL on day 15 and a biomass productivity of 0.0067 mg/mL. Methyl palmitoleate (C16:1) was the dominant FAME in all treatments, reaching 18.38% at 500 mg/L ((NH4)2SO4). Thus, it can be concluded that the 500 mg/L ((NH4)2SO4) treatment is more efficient in increasing FAME, lipid production, and productivity for biofuel production.
Acacia arabica-enriched zinc oxide biopolymer nanocomposites: A dual-purpose strategy for combatting MCF-7 human breast cancer cells
Authors: Savarimuthu Sarojini , Arunachalam Dinesh Karthik , Rayappan Mary Nancy Flora , Kannapan Geetha , Subramani Palani
Published: January 2025

In the global effort to combat breast cancer, this study investigates the potential of Zinc Oxide Biopolymer Nanocomposites (ZnO-BNCs) as a multimodal treatment and diagnostic option for breast cancer, specifically targeting the MCF-7 cell line. ZnO-BNCs were synthesized using environmentally friendly Acacia Arabica leaf extract, known for its arabinoxylan biopolymer, which enhances the biocompatibility and stability of the nanocomposites. By combining the anticancer properties of ZnO nanoparticles with the biopolymer matrix, ZnO-BNCs demonstrated improved therapeutic efficacy and targeted delivery. Comprehensive characterization techniques, including surface morphology analysis, particle size determination, stability assessment, and elemental composition analysis, were employed to assess the properties of the ZnO-BNCs. The Box-Behnken design was used to optimize the synthesis process, showing promising results. The cytotoxicity evaluation using the MTT assay revealed a significant reduction in MCF-7 cell viability, with a 13-fold decrease at the highest concentration (500 μg/mL) compared to the control. These findings suggest that ZnO-BNCs hold great potential as a functional biomaterial for future biomedical applications, particularly in cancer treatment and diagnosis.
Hormonal and metabolic profiles and their association with BMI in Iraqi women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Authors: Al-Tabra Reem Husam
Published: January 2025

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a problem with hormones that occurs during the reproductive years. If you have PCOS, you may not have your period very often. Or you may have periods that last many days. You may also have too much of a hormone called androgen in your body. This study included a sample of 35 Iraqi women who had been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and a control group of 35 healthy individuals. Anthropometric measurements, such as body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), were documented. Hormonal and metabolic profiles were examined in blood samples from all participants. The statistical analysis system (SPSS) version 28 was used to calculate mean ± SD and p-value. LH, LH/FSH ratio and BMI levels were significantly higher in obese PCOS patients compared to control subjects. In addition, the study showed an LH/FSH ratio level of 0.5774±0.9221 for the control groups and 1.0061±0.310 for the POCS groups. The insulin level was 7.874±0.6978 for the control groups and 27.07±6.354 for the POCS groups. The estrogen level was 58.62 ± 27.32 for the control groups and 78.20 ± 32.4 for the POCS group. All the results of LH/FSH ratio, progesterone, prolactin, testosterone, estrogen, insulin, and Zn were significantly higher in obese PCOS compared to the control group. Although adropin contributes to better health regulation compared to women with PCOS, its impact was less pronounced in women with PCOS.
Enhancing carbohydrate binding module family 40 (CBM40) via in silico sequential mutagenesis approach
Authors: Harith-Fadzilah Nazmi , Alias Nadiawati
Published: January 2025

The Carbohydrate-Binding Module family 40 (CBM40) is a component of bacterial sialidase that exhibits a high affinity and selectivity for sialic acids. These CBM40s can be independently isolated and modified for use as drug delivery agents against tumours exhibiting hypersialation. Modifying specific amino acid sequences can enhance the sialic acid binding ability of CBM40. This study employed an in silico approach to construct, simulate and evaluate Vibrio cholerae CBM40 mutants via interaction of these mutants with a sialoside ligand via molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation. Several rounds of mutagenesis were proposed to sequentially improve the CBM40 ligand binding energy. There were discprepancies between the molecular docking and simulation data from the first round of mutagenesis. The CBM40 residue substitution from Arg74 to Trp74 and from Gly196 to Gln196 (R1-Gly-Gln196) had an equal molecular docking binding energy increase. However, the former mutant exhibited weaker binding than non-modified CBM40, while the latter displayed stronger ligand binding. Two mutants identified in the second round of mutagenesis exhibited improved ligand binding energy from the molecular docking analysis. However, both mutants displayed weaker free binding energy than the R1-Gly-Gln196. Molecular dynamics simulation post-analysis suggested R1-Gly-Gln196 formed a more stable interaction with sialoside compared to other CBM40s. The analyses also revealed that mutation of residues can directly or indirectly introduce steric clashes which cause interaction instability and thus reduces ligand binding energy. This study highlighted the significance of validating molecular docking results with simulation analysis, thereby improving the reliability of in silico protein-ligand interaction predictions.
IDENTIFICACIÓN MOLECULAR Y CULTIVO DE CEPAS SILVESTRES DE Pleurotus spp. DE VERACRUZ, MÉXICO
Authors: Cruz-Villegas Isabel , Chen Jie , Mata Gerardo , Andrés-Meza Pablo , Llarena-Hernández Régulo C. , García-Martínez Miguel Ángel
Published: January 2025

Las especies del género Pleurotus tienen un gran potencial para el cultivo comercial en México; sin embargo, los recursos genéticos de este género aún no se han estudiado de manera integral en el país. Los objetivos del presente estudio fueron 1) identificar cepas silvestres del género Pleurotus de Veracruz, México mediante técnicas moleculares y 2) evaluar su productividad. La identificación de especies se llevó a cabo mediante la amplificación de la región espaciadora transcrita interna (ITS) y combinando con sus características fenotípicas. Las variables de producción consideradas fueron eficiencia biológica, peso total, tasa de producción, ciclos de producción y tamaño del cuerpo fructífero. Se identificaron tres especies. Algunas cepas de P. ostreatus presentaron tasas de producción más altas (2.7), con rendimientos superiores a los de una cepa comercial, con una tasa de producción de 2.2. Este estudio demuestra el potencial para cultivo comercial de Pleurotus spp. en áreas tropicales.
PRODUCCIÓN Y CARACTERIZACIÓN MOLECULAR DE HÍBRIDOS INTER-GÉNERO Pleurotus ostreatus × Lentinula edodes POR APAREAMIENTO DE NEOHAPLONTES COMPATIBLES
Authors: Sánchez-Hernández Abraham , Valenzuela-Cobos Juan Diego , Solorio-Cruz Angélica , Aguilar-Doroteo Leticia , Zárate-Segura Paola Berenice , Leal-Lara Hermilo , Garín-Aguilar María Eugenia , Valencia del Toro Gustavo
Published: January 2025

El cultivo de hongos de los géneros Pleurotus y Lentinula se ha incrementado en México. El uso de germoplasma con los mejores fenotipo es importante para la producción comercial, por lo que proyectos de mejoramiento genético son necesarios. La producción de híbridos inter-género está restringida por barreras de compatibilidad; sin embargo, los monocariontes obtenidos por dedicariotización química (neohaplontes) de cepas dicarióticas pueden ser apareados para producir híbridos inter-género Pleurotus × Lentinula. Se obtuvieron neohaplontes de Pleurotus ostreatus y Lentinula edodes, los cuales se aparearon para generar 12 híbridos intergénero. El fenotipo de todos los híbridos fue de Pleurotus, con eficiencias biológicas entre 26.72 y 96.55 %. Se seleccionaron dos cepas híbridas, parentales y neohaplontes para la caracterización molecular mediante 12 marcadores ISSR. El promedio total de bandas fue de 16.29, con un polimorfismo de 91.31 %. Otros parámetros calculados fueron el PIC con un valor de 0.37, MI de 2.94, y RP de 9.51. El dendrograma construido a partir de la matriz binaria indicó que las cepas de Lentinula se agruparon de forma separada a las cepas de Pleurotus e híbridos inter-género, lo cual sugiere una mayor similitud genética entre los híbridos y las cepas de Pleurotus.
Performance and Security Analysis of Symmetric Data Encryption Algorithms: AES, 3DES and Blowfish
Authors: Buhari Bello Alhaji , Abdulkadir Hajara , Ahmad Sadiq Aliyu , Sulaiman Rilwanu , Umar Maniru Malami , Shehu Sirajo , Almu Abba , M. Abubakar Abdullahi , Nwoji Jude Oguejiofor
Published: January 2025

In the competitive business world of today, effective use of information technologies is essential to a world's success. As a result, sharing data and information over the Internet in an information system could be risky. A comparative analysis of these algorithms is required due to the ever-changing nature of security threats and the continuous advancements in computer technology. Therefore, we evaluate the performance and security strength of AES, 3DES and Blowfish algorithms. Security strength, throughput, memory usage, and execution time are the evaluation measures. Data from text files, audio files, videos, and images were used in our research. The security study was conducted using CrypTool 2, and the performance trials were created using the Java programming language. From the experimental findings, Blowfish performed better in terms of throughput and performance for both large and small files than AES and 3DES. AES ranked second in terms of speed and throughput while maintaining a balance between security and performance. 3DES did the worst in throughput and speed. Blowfish and AES were the two algorithms with the highest memory usage. Furthermore, 3DES is a wise option in resource-constrained scenarios. AES is the most secure algorithm because it offers robust protection against numerous attacks.
Diplomacia y relaciones económicas internacionales. El encuentro presidencial entre Perón y Ceauçescu (1974)
Authors: Miguez Maria Cecilia
Published: January 2025

This paper examines the diversification of international relations during the third Peronist government, focusing on Nicolae Ceaușescu's 1974 visit to Argentina. During this visit,  several agreements were signed to strengthen bilateral ties. The study aims to assess the impact of this event across various dimensions framed within Peronism's broader efforts to diversify its international ties. The analysis draws on multiple sources, including newspaper articles, classified and declassified official documents from the Archive of the Argentine Foreign Ministry (AMREC), and materials from the Gerald Ford Presidential Library in the United States.
O caso do Capitão “arrependido”: Adolfo Scilingo e os voos da morte
Authors: De Lira Rocha Marina Maria
Published: January 2025

This article intends to analyze the causes and consequences in cases of testimony about State Terrorism in the Latin American environment when it is carried out by those responsible for violations of Human Rights. Addressing the example of public statements made by Captain Adolfo Scilingo, who worked at the Escuela de Mecánica de la Armada, during a dictatorial era, we will seek to describe the argumentative construction of these statements about his criminal actions, based on the analyzes about moral guilt and criminal guilt, carried out by Hannah Arendt, and examine the impacts that these types of speeches made by criminals had on Argentine society during the years following the declarations.
A study to assess the effectiveness of group counselling to reduce the level of stress related to psychosocial issues and to promote coping strategies among the transgender, Northeastern India
Authors: Yumkhaibam Ms. Rupobala , Kapeelta Devi Ms. Thongam , Awang Leikai Malom Tuliyaima
Published: January 2025

Background: The third gender known better as
transgender have existed in every culture, race,
class and religion since the inception of human life
has been recorded and analyzed. Aim: The study
was aim to evaluate the effectiveness of group
counselling to reduce the level of stress related to
psychosocial issues and to promote the coping
strategies related to psychosocial issues among
transgender in Northeastern India. Materials
andMethods:Pre-experimental one group pre-test
and post-test research design were adopted and
non-probability Purposive sampling technique was
used to choose 30 transgenders residing in social
awareness service organization, Imphal West,
Manipur. Modified stress scale and modified
coping strategies were used to collect the data.
Result:Majority of Transgender i.e. 17 (57%) had
High Stress and 13 (43%) had Moderate Stress in
pre-test score whereas in post-test majority of
Transgender 23(77%) had Low Stress and 7(23%)
had moderate stress. Majority of Transgender i.e.
17 (57%) had Poor Coping Strategies and 13 (43%)
had Good Coping Strategies whereas in posttest
majority of Transgender 25(83%%) had Very Good
Coping Strategies, 5(17%) had Good Coping
Strategies. The promotion of coping mechanisms in
relation to the psychosocial problems faced by
transgender people was found to be enhanced by
group counselling. Education status and mean
stress score were significantly
associated.Conclusion:The findings of the study
showed that Group Counselling was effective for
reducing the level of stress and promoting of
coping strategies related to psychosocial issues
among transgender.
Efficacy of Cap. ASHMA-6 with VarunadiKashaya in the management of Urolithiasis (Mutrashmari): A Prospective Clinical Study
Authors: Kumar Gurjar Dr.Kamlesh , Sharma Prof. Ravi
Published: January 2025

Background: Urolithiasis(Mutrashmari) is kaphavatapradhanavyadhiand about 30% patients
suffering from urolithiasis and approximately 5-7
million patients suffer from mutrashmari in India as
per recent studies data. VarunadiKashaya herbal
formulation explained in Chakradatta mainly
indicated specially in Mutrashmari.Aim: To
evaluate the efficacy of Cap. Ashma-6
&Varunadikashayaand in the management of
mutrashmari.Materials and Methods: Patients (n
= 30) with Mutrashmariwere selected. Patients
were administered with Cap. Ashma – 6 (500mg)
and VarunadiKashaya (20ml) twice a day for 45
days.Effect of therapy was assessed on the basis of
relief in chief complaints (as subjective criteria)
with the help of scoring pattern and objective
criteria such as decrease in the serum albumin,
serum uric acid and the blood urea, restoration to
normal value ranges of routine and microscopic
urine test examination, routine haematologic
examinations (CBC, ESR), X –ray KUB and USG
KUB. Result: Thus in total Cap. ASHMA-6
withVarunadiKashayaformulation has the capacity
to disintegrate the pathogenesis of the disease
Mutrashmari due to its diuretic action and flushes
out the disintegrated Mutrashmariby the process of
diuresis.Conclusion: Cap. ASHMA-6
withVarunadiKashayaeffective in reducing
subjective and objective criteria of
Urolithiasis(Mutrashmari), improving the quality
life of affected person, cost effective and safe to
use.
“Formulation and Evaluation of Polyherbal Hair Serum
Authors: Pratibha Lahanu Kapase
Published: January 2025

The demand for cosmetics is growing, and many
people use them regularly. Herbal cosmetics are
popular because they tend to have fewer side
effects and are safer to use. One product of interest
is a hair serum that keeps the scalp hydrated and
encourages new hair growth.
Our country has many plants that can be used in
these products, and traditional knowledge from
systems like Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Tibetan
medicine can help identify useful plant compounds
for skincare.
Designing Dashboard for Healthcare and Resource Information for CHUK.
Authors: Jean Pierre Ndayambaje , Arsene Marara Alpha , Emmanuel Munyaneza , Fiacre Rugamba Rugero
Published: January 2025

Health data and resource management pose
significant challenges to healthcare systems in
resource-limited settings, such as Rwanda. At the
University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK),
outdated paper-based systems and fragmented data
sources contribute to inefficiencies in patient care,
delayed decision-making, and suboptimal
performance. The lack of a centralized dashboard
for real-time data access further exacerbates issues
related to resource management and patient safety.
Method:To ensure a user-centered design, a
structured questionnaire was administered to 162
respondents, including both medical and nonmedical staff at CHUK. Key features such as data
visualization, accessibility, and integration with the
existing OpenClinic Electronic Medical Records
(EMR) system were identified as priorities.
The dashboard was developed using Vue.js and
Tailwind CSS for the front end, with PHP, Laravel
framework for the back end, and MySQL as the
database. An iterative development process was
used, incorporating stakeholder feedback to
continuously refine the prototype and ensure
alignment with user needs.
Results:The user assessment identified critical
needs for the dashboard, with 86% of users
recommending key performance indicators such as
the total number of patients per department and
disaggregation by diagnosis. The findings also
demonstrated a significant positive relationship
between the dashboard and stakeholders' data
management priorities (r=0.921,p=0.000r = 0.921,
p = 0.000r=0.921,p=0.000), emphasizing its impact
on clinical care quality.
Conclusion:In conclusion, the development of a
healthcare and resource management dashboard for
CHUK represents a transformative opportunity to
improve decision-making, reporting accuracy, and
overall healthcare delivery. The successful
implementation of the dashboard will enhance
operational efficiency, and it is recommended that
CHUK staff actively support its adoption to
maximize its impact.
2025 China Stock Market Forecast Analysis and Strategy Suggestions Based on Huangji Jingshi Shu
Authors: Zhang Prof. Dr. Xiaoyin , Meng Prof. Dr. Wei
Published: January 2025

: It is also foreseen in this paper that,
with the month-to-month equilibrium in 2025, the
performance and investment opportunities and risks
of China's stock market will be explored and
scientific strategic suggestions will be put forward
for investors. The research methodology is based
on the theoretical framework of Huangji Jingshi
Shu, which uses the five elements of birth and
death, the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches,
and the Eight Trigrams and Nine Stars model to
analyze the Yuanqi regulation, industry trends, and
market risks of each month and to reveal the
market's operating laws and cyclical characteristics.
The results are that industry rotation will be
significant, that technology, new energy,
infrastructure, and pharmaceuticals will be strong
in different months, while traditional industries of
real estate and the financial sector will continue
under pressure in China's stock market in 2025.
Therefore, the conclusion is that investors should
seize the opportunity in policy-oriented sectors
such as technology innovation and new energy,
avoid sectors highly affected by macro policy
adjustments, and flexibly adjust asset allocation
according to the market cycle so as to achieve solid
returns.
Investigating the Role of Internet of Things (IoT) Sensors in Enhancing Construction Site Safety and Efficiency
Authors: Anjum Kazi Nafisa , Ayuns Luz Ayuns Luz
Published: January 2025

The construction industry is one of the most
hazardous and resource-intensive sectors, often
facing challenges related to worker safety,
operational inefficiencies, and project delays. The
emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) offers
innovative solutions to address these issues by
leveraging interconnected sensors, real-time
monitoring, and data analytics. This study
investigates the role of IoT sensors in enhancing
construction site safety and efficiency.
The research examines how IoT-enabled
technologies, such as wearable sensors,
environmental monitors, and asset-tracking
devices, contribute to hazard detection, accident
prevention, and resource optimization. A mixedmethod approach is adopted, combining case
studies, interviews with industry professionals, and
data analysis to evaluate the implementation and
outcomes of IoT solutions on construction sites.
Findings reveal that IoT sensors significantly
improve safety by enabling real-time risk
identification, worker tracking, and environmental
monitoring. Additionally, IoT enhances operational
efficiency through predictive maintenance,
equipment tracking, and automated data-driven
decision-making, resulting in reduced downtime
and improved resource allocation.
Despite the proven benefits, challenges such as
implementation costs, technical integration, and
user adoption remain significant barriers. The study
concludes that IoT sensors play a pivotal role in
modernizing the construction industry, offering
substantial improvements in safety and efficiency.
Recommendations for integrating IoT technologies
into construction workflows are provided,
alongside suggestions for future research to explore
cost-benefit analyses and the integration of IoT
with complementary technologies like Artificial
Intelligence (AI) and Building Information
Modeling (BIM).
THE IMPACT OF INTER-AGENCY COLLABORATION TOWARD BORDER SECURITY IN MALAYSIA
Authors: Mohd Zainol Noor Azmi , Abdullah Muhammad Thomas Angom , Ismail Ariffin , Taib Khairul Nizam , Zainol Abidin Zahimi , Sofian Mohd Haniff
Published: January 2025

Since Malaysia's independence, several government agencies have been established to regulate border security, including the Malaysian Armed Forces, Royal Malaysian Police, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, Immigration Department of Malaysia, Eastern Sabah Security Command, Malaysian Border Control Agency, and other enforcement entities. However, the effectiveness of border security efforts has been hampered by issues such as inadequate coordination, overlapping authority, unconsolidated resource usage, and competitive asset procurement among these agencies. These challenges have been exacerbated by increasing non-traditional threats, such as human trafficking, smuggling, and illegal immigration, which pose significant risks to national security. Therefore, the aim of this research is to evaluate the impact of collaboration among agencies in protecting national interests and to examine the steps taken by Malaysia's government to preserve border security. This study found that when all these agencies cooperate to safeguard national borders, they become more effective and have a greater impact. Despite this, the level of collaboration remains moderate, with operations carried out according to each agency's area of responsibility, and still falling short of achieving a fully integrated joint concept.
IMPACT OF FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGIES ON THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE BANKING SECTOR OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Authors:   Volgograd state technical university, Kuzmina Alyona Aleksandrovna , Karimova Munira Muhiddin kizi ,   Volgograd state technical university, Tkacheva Evgeniya Olegovna ,   Volgograd state technical university, Ibodullaev Ilkhomjon Habibullo ugli ,   Volgograd state technical university, Makhmudov Mukhammadyusuf Nematjon ugli ,   Volgograd state technical university
Published: January 2025

This article is devoted to the analysis of key trends and changes in the banking sector of the Russian Federation in 2021-2023 with an emphasis on the introduction of financial technologies and their impact on the development of the sector. It was revealed that despite a sharp drop in profits in 2022 due to the formation of reserves for losses related to sanctions restrictions, the total increase in net profit of the banking sector over the analyzed period amounted to 39.83%, and record figures were achieved in 2023. The article highlights the shift in banks' priorities towards digitalization and the introduction of technologies aimed at providing remote services. The main segments of banking where financial technologies are actively used include payments and transfers, digital banking, lending, money management and regulatory technologies. The Central Bank of the Russian Federation supports the implementation of digital infrastructure and places technology development as one of its key priorities, which is reflected in the scaling of tools such as the digital profile of citizens and biometric services. Over the period from 2021 to 2023, the use of a digital profile by citizens increased by more than 302%, which indicates a significant increase in public confidence in new technologies and an increase in their digital literacy. Despite the high pace of digitalization, the results of the study show that there are certain problems that hinder or slow down the further development of financial technologies. Based on the results of the study, it was concluded that the introduction of technology increases the competitiveness of banks, improves customer interaction, but requires addressing issues related to security and legal provisions.
MOTIVATION OF PERSONNEL OF ORGANIZATIONS IN SMALL BUSINESS
Authors:   Moscow state university of finance and law MFUA, Kuznetsova Marina Nikolaevna , Nikolaev Mikhail Vladimirovich ,   Moscow state university of finance and law MFUA
Published: January 2025

Motivation of the personnel organizations in the small business has an urgent focus in the modern conditions, since organizations, as the rule, are set goals and objectives for the development and improvement of the personnel management. Staff motivation includes the set of incentives on which employee behavior depends. Heads of organizations take certain actions aimed at improving the quality of the staff work, as well as using ways to attract qualified and talented employees with their retention in the workplace. The main purpose of staff motivation for the small enterprises is to find the balance of interests between the heads of firms and their subordinate employees within the framework of the work process. The methodology of staff motivation research is based on principles, rules and norms that meet interest of employees to be necessary and useful to small businesses and entrepreneurship, taking in to account the interest of all parties. Each employer independently determines the methods that encourage entire team to be active in order to meet their own needs and the benefits of organizations. The results of research on the personnel motivation management help in establishing patterns of the work with teams in constantly changing conditions, focusing on the effectiveness of the human resource management in the framework of entrepreneurial activity. The motivation of employees directly affects the functioning of organizations in the project of building an effective system and its success in economic field and the labor market. The heads of organizations in the small businesses should constantly pay sufficient attention to personnel management so that their employees are constantly highly motivated.
Application of Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) to determine best cost efficiency program: A case study of green farm company
Authors: Wijaya Fajar Palguna , `Siallagan Manahan Parlindungan Saragih
Published: January 2025

Purpose: CV. XYZ as hydroponic agriculture, for years since 2019, producing high-demand crops such as lettuce and spinach. Nevertheless, there has been a decline in revenue that is a result of the inefficiencies in the management of operational costs. Thus, this study aimed to come up with identification and prioritization of cost-efficiency strategies with the intervention of in-depth interviews and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP).
Research Methodology: A mixed-mode methodology was used. The qualitative in-depth interviews between the Board of Directors were analyzed for the most important triangulated criteria and subcriteria that drive operational efficiency. A quantitative AHP analysis was done to slightly compare these factors.
Results: Technology Levers turned out to be the most influent factor, hybrid farming system was the most feasible alternative, with advantages for offering a balanced system that integrates traditional farming practices with modern technologies for sustainability and efficiency.
Conclusion: So, integrating human capital development and technological innovation is imperative for optimal operation efficiency and sustainable growth in the hydroponic agriculture sector.
Liquidity as Mediation of DER and DAR on NPM in LQ45 for the 2019-2023 period
Authors: Ramadhani Fitria , Firdaus Firdaus , Nurhayati Nurhayati
Published: January 2025

Purpose: The aim of this research is to study how the liquidity ratio functions as a mediating variable in the relationship between debt to equity ratio (DER) and debt to asset ratio (DAR) to net profit margin (NPM) in LQ45 companies listed on the IDX during the 2019-2023.
Methodology: The quantitative method used in this research uses data from company financial reports for five years. To select samples, purposive sampling technique was used. The influence of direct and indirect variables is evaluated through data analysis using Modeling Equation Structural-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS).
Results: Research shows that DER has a positive and significant influence on NPM and liquidity ratios, while DAR has a negative influence on both. The liquidity ratio functions as a positive mediation between DER and NPM, but only affects NPM directly.
Limitations: This study has a limited sample size and observation period. Therefore, the findings do not fully reflect conditions or trends not included in the sample.
Contribution: This research provides opportunities for further studies with other mediating variables to understand more deeply the financial dynamics of companies in the Indonesian capital market and provide an important contribution to capital structure management in an effort to increase company profitability and liquidity.
TikTok sebagai Media Pemasaran Digital : Efek Influencer Marketing dan E-WOM terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Produk Skincare
Authors: Aini Nurul Qurrotul , Zagladi Arief Noviarakhman
Published: January 2025

Purpose: This study examines the influence of the influencer marketing and e-WOM in TikTok to Purchase decisions of skincare Product.
Research methodology: This study uses quantitative approach with data collection through online questionnaire distribution to 100 consumers who actively use TikTok. The collected data was analyzed with the assistance of the SmartPLS4 through the inner and outer model testing processes.
Results: Influencer marketing and e-WOM has significant and positive effect to skincare product purchase decisions.
Limitations: This study has limitations concering the sample size utilized. With a limited sample, the finding may not fully represent the behavior of the entire population of TikTok users or skincare consumers in general.
Contribution: This study enriches the literature on digital marketing through influencer and e-WOM, also provides insights for skincare businesses, especially local brands, in developing effective and efficient strategies by leveraging TikTok to attract both domestic and international consumers.
The Influence of Self-Efficacy on Employee Performance Mediated by Employee Loyalty (Courtiers) in the Yogyakarta Palace
Authors: Wulandaru Diah Retno , Ningtiyas Sri Rahayu , Nasrulloh Rifqi Syarif
Published: January 2025

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine and prove the effect of self-efficacy on employee performance, with job loyalty as a mediating variable, on employees (courtiers) at the Yogyakarta Palace.
Methodology: This study uses a quantitative approach through the type of primary data with a population consisting of 416 employees from four divisions in the Yogyakarta Palace. The research sample of 100 employees (courtiers) was selected using random sampling technique. Data analysis was carried out using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) Partial Least Square (PLS) method using Smart PLS 4 software.
Results: The results showed that self-efficacy has a significant effect on employee performance, job loyalty also has a significant effect on employee performance, and self-efficacy has a significant effect on job loyalty. However, the effect of self-efficacy on employee performance through work loyalty as a mediating variable is not significant.
Limitations: First, because this study only looks at the relationship between variables that are still limited.
Second, the sample used may be limited to a particular sector, so the results cannot be generalized to various organizational contexts.
Contribution: It is important to maintain the existing vocational training and mentoring. Strengthen the existing job training and mentoring system in the Palace as an effort to align with cultural challenges in this era of modernization.
Pengaruh Struktur Modal dan Ukuran Perusahaan terhadap Profitabilitas pada Perusahaan Food & Beverage yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia Periode 2010-2015
Authors: Astuti Fitri , Indarto Muhammad Roni
Published: January 2025

This study aims to explain the influence of the variable capital structure and firm size on profitability. This study uses secondary data taken from the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the Manufacturing sector, Food and Beverage sub-sector in the period 2010 - 2015. The data analysis techniques used are basic assumption tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, and hypothesis testing. Based on the results of the analysis that has been described, it can be concluded that the DER variable with a significance value of 0.0042 is less than 0.05. accept the initial hypothesis H0. Total assets with a significance value of 0.0000 less than 0.05. reject the initial hypothesis, and accept the alternative hypothesis Ha2 is accepted.
Pengaruh Stres Kerja, Komitmen Organisasi, dan Kompensasi terhadap Turnover Intention
Authors: Khotimah Rika Khusnul , Partina Anna
Published: January 2025

The turnover intention phenomenon is a threat to the company's operational sustainability. The high turnover rate will affect the cost of recruitment, selection and training. The high level of turnover intention can interfere with the company's operational processes. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of several variables that could influence turnover intentions, namely job stress, organization and compensation. The sample in this study were permanent employees who worked in the culinary industry, namely SS sambal stalls in Yogyakarta. The sampling technique in this study was saturated samples, where all members of the population were used as samples. The number of samples is 120 employees using multiple linear regression to test the hypothesis. The result of this research is that work stress has a positive and significant effect on turnover intention, organizational commitment has a negative and significant effect on turnover intention, has a negative and insignificant effect on turnover intention.
Pengaruh Insentif Finansial, Motivasi, dan Stres Kerja terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Mitra Driver GoRide
Authors: Aspirariana Aksa Nina Desty , Transistari Ralina
Published: January 2025

Abstract This study aims to analyze the effect of financial incentives, motivation, and job stress on the job satisfaction of GoRide drivers of PT Aplikasi Karya Anak Bangsa in Yogyakarta. The number of samples used in this study was 356 GoRide driver-partners, with the data collection method using a questionnaire measured by a Likert scale. The analytical method used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that financial incentives and motivation positively affect the job satisfaction of GoRide drivers, while job stress does not affect the job satisfaction of GoRide drivers. The three independent variables can explain the effect of 42.7% on the job satisfaction variable, while the rest is explained by other variables not included in this study.
Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Keputusan Mahasiswa Memilih Perguruan Tinggi Swasta (Kasus pada STIM YKPN Yogyakarta)
Authors: Setiawan Boy , Hartati Retno
Published: January 2025

Abstract Thousands of private universities (PTS) in Indonesia can be selected prospective new students to continue their education. In Yogyakarta there are 106 PTS that compete with each other by improving the quality of education and always trying to correct every deficiency in order to excel and can attract prospective students. This study analyzed product, price, place, promotion, people, process, and physical evidence on students' decisions in choosing PTS, case studies at STIM YKPN Yogyakarta. The population in this study is active students of STIM YKPN Yogyakarta odd semester of Academy Year 2020/2021. Sampling using non probability sampling technique with purposive sampling method. A total of 280 students participated in the study. The tests used are validity test, reliability test, normality test, multicolinearity test, heterokedastisity test, multiple linear regression test, t test, F test, and determination coefficient test. The results of the study stated that partially variable product, price, promotion, process, and physical evidence had a positive and significant effect on the decision of students choosing significantly affect the decision of students choosing a PTS, case studies at STIM YKPN in Yogyakarta.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan dan Harga Terhadap Keputusan Penggunaan GoRide dan GrabBike di Yogyakarta
Authors: Mahasani Elfa Fachrida , Wahyuningsih Tri Harsini
Published: January 2025

Abstract This study aims to examine the effect of service quality and price on the decision to use GoRide and GrabBike in Yogyakarta. Data were collected using a questionnaire. The population in this study were all GoRide or GrabBike users in Yogyakarta. The samples in this study were 130 GoRide users and 130 GrabBike users, which were taken using a simple random sampling method. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis and compare means. The results showed that partially, service quality had a positive and significant effect on the decision to use GoRide, but had no effect on GrabBike users. Price has a positive and significant effect on decisions to use GoRide and GrabBike. The results of the compare means test show that there are no differences in the factors that influence the decision to use GoRide or GrabBike in Yogyakarta.
Pengaruh Debt to Equity Ratio, Earning per Share, Current Ratio, dan Firm Size terhadap Return Saham Perusahaan Farmasi di BEI Periode 2017-2019
Authors: Setyowati Nini , Prasetyo Tri Utomo
Published: January 2025

Abstract The purpose of this study is to examine and analyze the effect of debt to equity ratio (DER), earning per share (EPS), current ratio (CR), and firm size on stock returns in pharmaceutical companies in IDX for the 2017-2019 period. This research is a type of quantitative research using secondary data. The population in this study were all pharmaceutical companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2017-2019 period. The method used to select the sample is purposive sampling. The sample obtained using this method amounted to 5 (five) companies. The analytical method used is multiple linear regression. The results of this study, namely CR and Firm Size have a positive effect on stock returns. DER has a positive effect on stock returns which is not supporting the hypotheses, while EPS has no effect on stock returns.