bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Ottoman Dragoman Who “Translated/Converted” Himself: Murad Bey and His Tesviyetü’t-Teveccüh ilal-Hakk
Authors: Öyken Ekin
Published: December 2024

The sixteenth-century Ottoman dragoman Murad ibn Abdullah (1509-ca. 1585) may appear, at first glance, to be one of those who, having been brought to the Ottoman Empire as war prisoners, converted to Islam in order to escape the treatment they endure as slaves. However, his lengthy treatise Tesviyetü’t-teveccüh ilal-Hakk [On Properly Submitting/Directing One’s Face to God], which I will be studying here from the perspective of translation history, suggests that Murad Bey’s attitude towards Islam may have been genuine. Tesviye is an unpublished and hence relatively unknown bilingual text in Ottoman Turkish and Latin. As the title suggests, it is a work of a theological nature, which is somewhat reminiscent of catechism manuals on the one hand, and on the other, of the confessional literature that began with Augustine’s Confessions, as an ego-document. The difference is that it treats Islam by comparing it to Christianity and reflects a perspective largely influenced by Sufism. Its author Murad Bey, born as Balázs Somlyai, was a prisoner of war of Hungarian or Transylvanian origin, who was brought to the Ottoman capital as a youth and later converted there to Islam and finally became the chief Latin translator of the court, as the autobiographical section at the end of the work informs us. The treatise is historically very important, in that apart from general information on the reception of Islam and Christianity in different periods, it offers a unique contemporary perspective on the Sunni orthodoxy of the Ottoman state, which was then newly being established, as well as to the religious divide in Europe of that time. Moreover, as a convert, Murad Bey voices unexpectedly sharp criticism of the corruption of the Ottoman bureaucratic elites. The work was completed in 1557 and translated into Latin a decade later by the author himself, who was expecting it to be widely read by Europeans, but this expectation seems to have remained unfulfilled as the work has survived in only three known manuscripts, all autographs (of which one has the complete Turkish original and its Latin translation, one an incomplete draft of the bilingual text, and one has only the Turkish original). In this study, which draws on my ongoing work for the annotated English translation of the treatise, I will be exploring Tesviye from the perspective of translation history mainly through close readings of passages from the Latin translation and the source text.
Kadızâde Mehmed’e Atfedilen Otobiyografik Risâle(ler) Üzerine Notlar
Authors: Aliyev Elmin
Published: December 2024

Modern öncesi Osmanlı ben-anlatıları söz konusu olduğunda otobiyografik metinlere ayrıcalıklı bir konum tahsis edilebilir. Müstakil, kısmi ya da parçalı özellik taşıyan ilgili metinlerin belirlenmesinin ilk şartı ise basittir: Çoğu henüz elyazması halinde olan modern dönem öncesi eserleri -gerek yazar, gerek içerik gerekse de yazma eser kültürü bağlamında- inceleyen nitelikli çalışmaların yaygınlaşması gerekir. Bu makalenin konusu, XVII. yüzyıl İstanbul’undaki en etkili vaizlerden Kadızâde Mehmed Efendi’ye (ö. 1045/1635) atfedilen otobiyografiden oluşmaktadır. Makalenin iki hedefinden ilki, daha önce Risâle-i Müdâfaa adıyla Kadızâde’ye atfedilen otobiyorafinin mahiyetini sorgulamak ve yeni bulunan yazma nüsha bağlamında iki farklı otobiyografiden bahsetmenin imkanını ortaya koymaktır. Bu hedef doğrultusunda, Risâle fî Hasbi’l-hâl ve Risâle fî Tafsîli’l-hâl olarak adlandırılan risâlelerin Arapça me- tinlerinin yanı sıra Türkçe çevirilerine de yer verilmiştir. İkinci hedef ise, yazar-kahramanın ben-merkezli anlatı üslubunu incelemektir. Kadızâde, entelektüel çevresi ile olan ilişkilerini de aydınlatan bu risâlelerini hakkındaki bir söylentiye cevap vermek
üzere kaleme almış; doğumu, ailesi, eğitim öğretim hayatı, kaleme aldığı eserler vb. hususlarda değerli bilgiler aktarmıştır. Müellifin genel motivasyonu bu olsa da ilk eserde Gazzâlî (ö. 505/1111), ikinci eserde ise Abdülvehhâb Şa’rânî (ö. 973/1565) vurgusu öne çıkarılmış, böylece üslup ve içerik itibariyle birbirinden ayrışan iki otobiyografi oluşmuştur.
Bir Benlik İnşası Olarak Kendini Yazmak ve 18. Yüzyılda Sıradan Bir Osmanlı Kâtibinin Benlik Algısı
Authors: Ertaş Mehmet Yaşar
Published: December 2024

İnsan sosyal bir varlık olarak bir aile, grup veya toplum içinde var olur. Dili, inancı, duyguları, düşünceleri ve anlam dünyası iletişim ve etkileşim içinde oluşur. Her ne kadar birey olarak içsel bir dünyaya sahip olsa da anlama, tanımlama ve anlatma becerisi ait olduğu çevrenin değerleriyle biçimlenir. Yani biricik olan her insan hem kendisini hem de çevresini, etrafını kuşatmış olan dil ve anlayış evreni içerisinde algılar, anlamlandırır ve temsil eder. Kendini yazmak da böyle kolektif bir anlayış içinde bir kendilik inşa biçimidir. Dolayısıyla birinin kendi hakkında ne yazdığı, niçin ve nasıl yazdığı, nasıl bir dil ve üslup kullandığı meselelerini cevaplandırmak hem yazarı hem de yazılanları doğru anlamak ve değerlendirmek için gereklidir. Osmanlı döneminde yazmak ve anlatmak da kolektif bir kültür ve toplumsal bir gelenek dairesi içinde gerçekleşen bir eylemdi. Keza kişisel kayıt tutan her birey değerler, mitler, metaforlar, simgeler ve kelimelerden müteşekkil bir dil evreni içinde kendini anlatarak ve yazarak inşa etmiştir. Bununla birlikte bu kolektif eylem, bireysel deneyimlere ve kişinin kendini ifadesine de kapalı değildir. 18. yüzyılda sıradan bir Osmanlı kâtibi olan Yazıcı Murtaza da kendini yazan, eserlerinde ailesinden bahseden, beklentileri, hayal kırıklıkları, üzüntü ve sevinçleriyle kendisini yazdıklarıyla var eden biridir. Bu çalışmada yukarıda ortaya konulan teorik çerçevede Yazıcı Murtaza’nın kendini yazma eylemi tartışılmış ve niçin, nasıl ve ne şekilde yazdığı sorularına cevap aranırken Osmanlı dünyasında “kendini yazmak” üzerine değerlendirmeler yapılmıştır. Keza seyahatnamesi ve şiirleri üzerinden Yazıcı Murtaza’nın benlik algısı ve duygu dünyası da çözümlenmeye çalışılmıştır.
Bir Dava Vekilinin Anılarına Bakmak: Eyübzâde Medmed Hamdi’nin Safahât-ı Hayatım Adlı Hatıratı
Authors: Eken Emre
Published: December 2024

Son dönem Osmanlı’sında hatırat yazımı artış göstermiştir. Yönetici, asker veya hemen her statüden Osmanlı/Cumhuriyet vatandaşı hayatını yazmıştır. Buna karşılık geç Osmanlı, erken Cumhuriyet evresinde avukatların hatırat yazmakta cimri davrandıkları göze çarpar. Bu makale, bilinen ilk avukat hatıratı olma özelliğine sahip Eyübzâde Mehmed Hamdi’nin 1852 ile 1909 tarihleri arasını kapsayan “Safahât-ı Hayatım”ını konu edinmektedir. Mehmed Hamdi, ruhsatnameli bir dava vekilidir ve bu mesleğe girmeden önce farklı işlerle meşgul olmuştur. 1930 yılında kaleme aldığı hatıratına hayatının her evresini eklemiş, dava vekiliyken girdiği davaların bazılarına dair detaylar vermiştir. Bu yönüyle sadece bir avukat tarafından kaleme alınmış olması bakımından değil avukatlık mesleğine ilişkin bilgiler içermesi bakımından da kıymetlidir. Bu makalede hatıratın içeriği, Osmanlı arşiv belgeleri ve Trabzon kadı sicilleriyle karşılaştırılarak okunmakta ve Osmanlı çalışmalarının çeşitli alanlarına katkısı sorgulanmaktadır.
Osmanlı Kadın Ben-Anlatılarının Kadın Tarihi Çalışmalarında Kullanım Değeri
Authors: Şirin İbrahim
Published: December 2024

u çalışmamızda toplumsal hayatta temsil edilmeyen tarihyazımında da kendine yer bulamamış madun Osmanlı-Türk kadınının hatıra ve günlüklerinin tarih yazımında tarihçiye neler söyleyebileceğini irdeleyeceğiz. XIX. ve XX. yüzyıl Osmanlı kadın anlatılarının bir envanteri çıkarılmadığından sanılanda daha çok bir anlatı ile karşı karşıya olduğumuz bir vakıadır. Pek çok anlatı gerek yazma kitapları arasında gerekse ailelerin elinde gün yüzüne çıkarılmayı beklemektedir. Tanzimat dönemi ile erkek çocuklar yanında kız çocukların okutulmasının önemi kavranmış, devlet kız çocukların okuması yönünde kanunlar çıkarmış, Cevri Usta Kız Rüştiye’sinin ardından 1870’te açılan Darulmuallimat (kız öğretmen okulu) kız çocukların okur yazar oranının artışında etkili olmuştur. 1890’larda kadınların gazete ve dergilerde yazı yazmaları, şair ve roman yazarı olarak adlarını duyurmaları; kadınların kamusal alanda görünürlüğünü artırdı. Yurt dışına okuması için gönderilen kadınlar, Arnavutköy Amerikan Kız Mektebi (Robert Kolej) gibi okullarda okuyan kızlar Avrupa’da yükselen kadın hakları savunucuları ile temasa geçmiş, kadın haklarını savunan kadınların sayısı gittikçe artmaya başlamıştır. Yazıyı toplumsal varoluşlarının bir aracı olarak gören kadınlar kendinden bahseden günlük ve hatırlar kaleme almaya başladılar. Hatıra yazarlarının toplumsal kökenlerine bakıldığında saray ve saray çevresi kadınlar, yüksek bürokratların iyi eğitim almış kızları, Darulmuallimat’tan mezun öğretmen, şair, ressam besteci, gazeteci, yazar oldukları görülür. Hatıra yazarı kadınların büyük bir kısmı birbirini tanımaktadır. Gazetede yazılar yazmaları, aynı okulda öğretmenlik yapmaları, aynı cemiyetlerde çalışmaları onları birbirine yakınlaştırmıştır. Mütareke dönemi İstanbul’u yazar kadınları ülkeyi düşman işgalinden kurtarma çatısı altında birleştirdi. Kadınlardan geriye kalan anlatıların izi sürülerek ihmal edildikleri tarihyazımı alanına hak ettikleri biçimde yer almaları sağlanabilir.
İsmail E. Erünsal, A History of Ottoman Libraries,
Authors: Kenan Seyfi
Published: December 2024

İsmail E. Erünsal, A History of Ottoman Libraries, Boston: Academic Studies Press, 2022, 262 p., ISBN: 9781644698624.
Carl F. Petry, The Mamluk Sultanate: A History,
Authors: Midilli Muhammet Enes
Published: December 2024

Carl F. Petry, The Mamluk Sultanate: A History, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2022, 358 p., ISBN: 9781108471046.
Design for eXcellence 4.0
Authors: Bielecki Maciej
Published: December 2024

Wyzwania stojące przed projektowaniem i rozwojem produktów stają się coraz ciekawsze. Z jednej strony zadziwiające i stale rozwijające się technologie przemysłu 4.0. Systemy cyberfizyczne, wytwarzanie przyrostowe, internet rzeczy oraz internet wszystkiego, rozszerzona i wirtualna rzeczywistość, analityka dużych zbiorów danych, autonomiczne pojazdy i roboty, sztuczna inteligencja, a wszystko to połączone sieciami czujników nakazują łamać obowiązujące od lat paradygmaty przemysłowe. Z drugiej strony konieczność uwzględnienia kwestii zrównoważonego rozwoju oraz gospodarki o obiegu zamkniętym stanowiące poważne ograniczenie w wielu obszarach funkcjonowania przedsiębiorstw produkcyjnych i usługowych. Są to jednak ograniczenia, które muszą być wzięte pod uwagę przez przemysł, jeśli chcemy dalej bezpiecznie żyć na naszej planecie.
Prezentowana monografia stanowi systematyczny przegląd literatury dotyczący tematyki projektowania wyrobów wspomagającego doskonałość (DfX) w dobie zaprezentowanych wyzwań. W książce przeprowadzono ilościową i jakościową analizę publikacji dotyczących problematyki DfX. Wskazano aktualne trendy powiązane z obszarem projektowania i rozwoju produktu. Na tej bazie zaprezentowana została autorska koncepcja DfX 4.0, która zdaniem autora stanowić może doskonałą bazę do naukowej i praktycznej dyskusji nad tematyką projektowania przyszłości. Projektowania, które oprócz zdobyczy technologicznych będzie musiało uwzględniać także niemniej istotne kwestie zrównoważonego rozwoju oraz gospodarki o obiegu zamkniętym.
Challenging the Mainstreams: Broadcasting Salafi Da'wah on Indonesian TV Channels
Authors: Subakir Ahmad
Published: December 2024

This article examines Salafi da'wah (Islamic proselytizing) movements on private TV stations at the national level. The proliferation of da'wah on private TV in post-Suharto regimes is considered part of the increasing commodification of Islam, which targets middle-class Muslims as a market for economic benefits. The routine appearances of these preachers have shaped alternative religious authority that challenges and competes with the conventional ones from Islamic organizations such as Nahdlatul Ulama or Muhammadiyah and Islamic education institutions such as pesantren or Islamic universities. Since 2010, Salafi da'wah has challenged this by providing da'wah contents that focus on educating Muslims to be more pious. Drawing from participatory observation and in-depth interviews with program producers and other related parties, this article strives to answer how the Salafi da'wah movement attempts to dominate the Islamic public sphere in the country and face competition with other religious authorities through da'wah programs on TV. It is argued that the emergence of the Salafi authority through the da'wah program on TV has challenged the dominance of mainstream da'wah of Nahdlatul Ulama or Muhammadiyah in the Indonesian public sphere.
PNPLA3 as a driver of steatotic liver disease: navigating from pathobiology to the clinics via epidemiology
Authors: Weiskirchen Ralf , Lonardo Amedeo
Published: December 2024

Steatotic liver disease (SLD), particularly metabolic dysfunction-associated SLD, represents a significant public health concern worldwide. Among the various factors implicated in the development and progression of this condition, the patatin-like phospholipase domain-containing protein 3 (PNPLA3 ) gene has emerged as a critical player. Variants of PNPLA3 are associated with altered lipid metabolism, leading to increased hepatic fat accumulation and subsequent inflammation and fibrosis. Understanding the role of PNPLA3 not only enhances our comprehension of the pathomechanisms driving SLD but also informs potential therapeutic strategies. The molecular mechanisms through which PNPLA3 variants contribute to lipid dysregulation and hepatocyte injury in SLD are critically discussed in the present review article. We extensively analyze clinical cohorts and population-based studies underpinning the association between PNPLA3 polymorphisms and the risk of developing SLD, and its liver-related and protean extrahepatic outcomes, in concert with other risk modifiers, notably including age, sex, and ethnicity in adults and children. We also discuss the increasingly recognized role played by the PNPLA3 gene in liver transplantation, autoimmune hepatitis, and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. Finally, we examine the clinical implications of PNPLA3 diagnostics regarding risk stratification and targeted therapies for patients affected by SLD in the context of precision medicine approaches.
Examining the mediating effects of operational efficiency on the relationship between budgeting practices and financial performance among 3D printing firms in South Africa
Authors: Agbemava Edinam , Dzogbewu Thywill Cephas , Dzansi Dennis Yao , De Beer Deon Johan , Fatoki Olawole
Published: December 2024

The focus of this study was to examine the mediating effects of operational efficiency on the relationship between budgeting practices (budget planning and budget participation) and financial performance among 3D printing SMMEs in South Africa. A quantitative, cross-sectional survey design was adopted for the study. The stratified sampling technique was used to select 3D printing SMMEs in South Africa. A total of two hundred and fifty (250) managers and employees of 3D printing SMMEs formed the sample size of the study. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software versions 26 and Smart PLS 4 were used to analyze the data gathered. PLS-Structural Equation Modelling was used to test the hypothesis for both direct and mediation effects. The results indicate that a significant negative relationship exists between budget planning and financial performance, as well as budget participation and financial performance. Significant positive relationships were found to exist between the following variables: budget planning and operational efficiency, budget participation and operational efficiency, and operational efficiency and financial performance. Operational efficiency was found to mediate the relationship between budget planning and financial performance as well as budget participation and financial performance. The results imply that the implementation of budgeting practices such as budget planning and budget participation in 3D printing SMME is not enough to achieve financial performance unless operational efficiency is given the utmost attention in 3D printing SMMEs in South Africa.
Effects of cyber-security and trust issues on consumers’ intention to use E-commerce systems in rural South Africa
Authors: Netshirando Vusani , Kadyamatimba Armstrong , Munyoka Willard
Published: December 2024

The adoption and use of ICT have increased drastically in developed countries, but it cannot be said that it lags in developing countries. ICT evolution has introduced e-commerce services for users, but these services fail because of low user acceptance and user attitude, especially in developing nations. The security and trustworthiness of e-commerce are known to be of the most significant concern to people intending to use e-commerce services.  The study looked at the role of individual characteristics on how cyber-security and trust issues affect non-users of e-commerce systems' intention to use e-commerce systems in South Africa.  The effect of cyber security on consumers’ intentions and actual use of e-commerce systems was examined. This study used a quantitative research approach. The findings revealed that perceived security and perceived trust was the primary concern for non-users of e-commerce intentions. It was shown that e-commerce system users are still concerned about security, even though they intend to continue using e-commerce systems. For the success of e-commerce in rural communities, the government needs to join with retailers and SMEs to start awareness campaigns that will clarify how e-commerce systems work and eradicate negative perceptions of e-commerce systems.
Has generative AI become of age
Authors: Muzuva Meshel , Zhou Helper , Zondo Robert
Published: December 2024

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa previously faced challenges due to limited resources, restricted access to technology, and the need to constantly adapt to a dynamic business environment. The introduction of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerged as a potential solution to these issues, promising to enhance operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. As a representative of developing economies, South Africa experienced a growing interest in AI technologies. This study was conducted to explore the impact of generative AI on SME productivity in South Africa, an area which had been underexplored. Employing a qualitative methodology, the study evaluated the current state and implications of generative AI in South African SMEs. It involved in-depth interviews to gather perceptions, experiences, challenges, and benefits from SME owners and managers regarding the adoption of generative AI technologies. The findings analysed via R Statistical Software revealed significant insights into the specific areas where generative AI substantially impacted SME productivity. It also identified the challenges and opportunities associated with the adoption of generative AI by SMEs, as well as the potential long-term implications. Key findings included notable improvements in data-driven decision-making, operational efficiencies, and market expansion strategies. However, the study also highlighted barriers such as the lack of technical expertise, initial setup costs, and concerns over data security. Overall, the impact of generative AI on SMEs in South Africa was found to be predominantly positive, paving the way for further technological advancements and adoption in the sector.
Leadership and communication to improve employee performance in the KOTAKU Bandung program
Authors: Suhardi Agatha Rinta , Oktari Sari Dewi , Andi Budiawan
Published: December 2024

This paper aims to determine to extend to which leadership and communication influence employee performance in the KOTAKU Bandung program. Employees who are able to work well are the company’s most desirable resources in order to achieve company goals. Employee performance can be improved from a leader by setting a good example, paying attention to employees and always communicating well with employees at work, especially employees who behave less well. In this paper, it is also describe about leadership, communication and employee performance in the KOTAKU Bandung program. We employed a hybrid analytics method for descriptive and verification methods with qualitative and quantitative approaches. Questionnaires were used to collect data. Inferential statistics were used to analyze the data, data analysis made use of multiple regressions and Pearson’s correlation. The Statistical Package for Social Science was used to aid the analysis. A dataset of 57 respondents from employee in KOTAKU Bandung program. Data processing was carried out by analyzing correlation coefficients, coefficients of determination, and hypothesis testing. Main findings study demonstrate that (i) employee responses regarding leadership and communication were stated to be quiet good, (ii) employee reponses regarding employee performance are stated to be quite high, and finally (iii) leadership and communication have influence employee performance both partially and simultaneously in the KOTAKU Bandung program.
An interrogation of poor service delivery causes and their impact in local economy of Big 5 Hlabisa Local Municipality
Authors: Myeni Nombuyiselo Samkelisiwe , Matyana Mandisi , Mthembu Innocent Njabulo
Published: December 2024

South Africa's governance structure follows a three-tier system, emphasizing co-operative governance among the national, provincial, and local authorities. The responsibility for crucial service delivery lies primarily with local governments, specifically municipalities. This research delves into the problems and deficiencies associated with service delivery in the Big 5 Hlabisa Local Municipality, exploring the perspectives of stakeholders impacted by and responsible for service delivery at strategic, political, and administrative levels. The study employs qualitative methods, utilizing questionnaires and interviews to gather diverse insights. The research reveals a pervasive sense of apathy towards government service delivery, with a majority of local residents perceiving the municipality as unresponsive to community needs. This contributes to a trust deficit, hindering effective collaboration between residents and local authorities. Divergent perspectives on the reasons for inadequate service provision highlight the complexity of the issue. While municipal officials acknowledge their limitations, some residents resort to extreme measures, such as vandalism and criminal activities, to express their frustrations. The findings emphasize the necessity of a mediating factor to foster understanding and cooperation between local authorities and residents. Motivated by the recurrent violent confrontations and protests stemming from service delivery disputes, this research underscores the significance of addressing these issues for the well-being of citizens and the overall quality of life. Effective communication, responsiveness, accountability, and transparency emerge as essential elements to tackle the challenges identified in the study.
Nexus of fraud mitigation practices and profitability of insurance companies in South Africa
Authors: Phesa Masibulele , Msomi Thabiso Sthembiso
Published: December 2024

The objective of this study was to evaluate how measures taken to prevent fraud impact the Profitability of insurance companies operating in South Africa. The study adopted a descriptive research approach and surveyed a sample of 70 licensed insurance companies in the country. Primary sources of data were obtained by engaging claims managers in each of the firms, and descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the data. The results of the study revealed that fraud mitigation measures significantly affect the Profitability of insurance companies in South Africa. The implementation of fraud prevention, detection, and response measures had a positive impact on the Profitability of these firms. Based on the findings, the study recommends that the Insurance Regulatory Authority establish regulations that mandate all insurance providers to collect and report statistics on fraud. Insurance firms should provide their employees with comprehensive training on fraud management and implement strict penalties and disciplinary measures for employees involved in fraudulent activities, as they can undermine the effectiveness of the fraud mitigation process.
The relationship of paternalistic leadership and organizational commitment
Authors: Yusmen Dedi , Sudiro Achmad , Irawanto Dodi Wirawan , Sunaryo
Published: December 2024

Paternalistic leadership is reported to have a favourable correlation with employee organisational commitment. This commitment is provided in exchange for the paternalistic leaders' care, attention, and protection of employees in both professional and personal contexts. Nonetheless, numerous further research have identified a negative tendency in this association. This research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) utilising PRISMA as the principal procedure, identifying 16 articles published from 2014 to July 2024 that investigate the correlation between paternalistic leadership and organisational commitment. This relationship is delineated through two frameworks: firstly, paternalistic leadership induces varying degrees of employee organisational commitment; secondly, organisational commitment serves as a mediator between paternalistic leadership and other variables. From these two schemes, it is evident that (i) a positive correlation exists between benevolence and moral leadership and organisational commitment, albeit with variations in the types of commitment elicited by these leadership dimensions; (ii) authoritarian leadership elicits a negative reaction towards two forms of organisational commitment (affective and normative) among employees, while inducing a marginally positive response towards continuance commitment; and (iii) organisational commitment as a mediator exhibits a "inconclusive" effect.
Matriarchal leadership as the catalyst for positive change in Africa
Authors: Motadi Masa Sylvester
Published: December 2024

This paper aims to investigate how moral and matriarchal leadership might enhance the continent's environment for democracy, improving living and working conditions. African nations historically esteemed the influence of matriarchs; nevertheless, their representation in politics and business has diminished significantly. Africa possesses abundant resources and numerous enduring challenges. Implementing matriarchal leadership paradigms may facilitate the discovery of previously untested solutions. This study employs many research methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative approaches, to comprehensively examine the influence of matriarchal leadership on African governance. In-depth interviews and case studies are employed in the qualitative segment to examine the challenges, experiences, and achievements of women leaders throughout various regions of Africa.
Analyzing of market orientation, competitive strategy and sustainable business performance: Insight from foot-wear SMEs in Indonesia
Authors: Lusiana Dewi , Ramaditya Muhammad , Oktavian Syah Donny
Published: December 2024

This present study was conducted to advance an understanding of market orientation concept, by exploring the relationship between market orientation, competitive strategy and business performance in a sample of small- and medium-sized companies in Indonesia. A quantitative research method was adopted to investigate the relationship between the variables. A total of 200 questionnaires were distributed, from which 182 usable questionnaire were obtained (91% response rate). Correlational and regression analyses were used to examine the relationships between market orientation and the other variables measured in the study. It was found that market orientation had both direct and indirect positive influence on business performance. All three dimensions of market orientation (i.e., customer orientation, competitor orientation and inter-functional coordination) showed a simple linear relationship to the business performance, and the inter-functional coordination had the strongest association with business performance.
Ways entrepreneurs communicate their success to stakeholders
Authors: Ramavhona Ndishavhani Grace , Nkondo Livhuwani Gladys
Published: December 2024

The secretive conduct of entrepreneurs regarding their business success undermines the principles of openness, transparency, and honesty, which are essential in entrepreneurship as they foster accountability, responsible business practices, and ethical behaviour. The research seeks to examine the degree to which entrepreneurs reveal information regarding their business success to various stakeholders. The research employed an interpretative perspective and a qualitative methodology. Purposive sampling was employed to choose entrepreneurs managing SMMEs in the Limpopo Province. An inductive methodology was employed to obtain comprehensive data regarding the communication of entrepreneurial success by firm owners. ATLAS.ti 8 was employed for data analysis. The findings indicated that entrepreneurs convey their success to diverse stakeholders, including relatives, friends, and business networks, by sharing best practices and inspiring others to pursue entrepreneurial endeavours. This study has discovered that the disclosure of success primarily occurs when entrepreneurs seek funding or loans from banks and the government. Standard communication with authorities was identified as another method by which entrepreneurs report their success to the South African Revenue Services during tax return submissions. This study found that entrepreneurs' perceptions of success vary in their communications with different stakeholders. The work offered significant contributions to the existing literature and future research from a theoretical standpoint.
Effects of evaluation on employees' performance in Isiolo county government
Authors: Mungania Agnes , Guyo Hussein , Mwirigi Rael
Published: December 2024

Management by Objectives (MBO) is a performance management approach where employees and managers collaborate to set individual goals aligned with broader organizational objectives. While MBO's potential benefits are recognized, its effectiveness particularly in the context of varying organizational cultures and appraisal purposes, remains unclear. The general objective of the study was to investigate the relationship between MBO and employee performance within Isiolo County Government. The study specifically examined the influence of evaluation on employees’ performance in Isiolo County. The study was grounded on image theory. The population of study was 260 employees across seven county ministries. Data was collected using a questionnaire subjected to pilot study. Quantitative data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The study showed that overall evaluation (with a p-value of 0.897) does not significantly contribute to employee performance within the County Government of Isiolo. Therefore, the null hypothesis for evaluation was accepted. Because the study found no significant influence of evaluation on employee performance, there is a critical need for organization to refine their evaluation systems. To gain a deeper understanding of the long-term impact of evaluation on employee performance in Kenyan county governments, longitudinal research is warranted. The study recommends need for Isiolo County Government to improve its evaluation processes. Evaluators should provide valuable input to aid in performance improvement in employees of Isiolo county government.
Partisipasi Masyarakat dalam Pengembangan Objek Wisata Goa Lowo Berbasis Ekonomi Kerakyatan (Studi Kasus di Desa Tegalrejo, Kecamatan Kelumpang Hilir Kalimantan Selatan)
Authors: Nur Safitri Maulida , Rahmini Noor
Published: December 2024

This study aims to determine community participation in the development the Lowo Cave Tourist Attraction in Tegalrejo Village. Data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews using questionnaires and documentation with total of 40 respondents. The results of the study show that community participation the development of Goa Lowo tourism object which is supported by the village government is very good. This can be seen: community participation decision making is 81.25% high category, community participation implementing activities is 83.13% high category, community participation monitoring and evaluation is 86.88% high category, and participation community the utilization of the results 88.12% high category.
Analisis Prioritas Anggaran Program Pada Dinas Pendidikan Kota Banjarmasin
Authors: Safitri Sukma Rani , Nur Muhamad Anshar
Published: December 2024

This research was (1) find out the criteria that determine priority budget programs Banjarmasin City Education Office, (2) find out alternative program options Banjarmasin City Education Office, (3) find out priority budget program preferences Banjarmasin City Education Office. The respondents, 9 respondents were influential in determining priority programs on budget for the Banjarmasin City Education Office using the AHP method. The results of this study indicate that alternatives criteria from HR availability, targeting, availability of funds, and benefits on the choice of priority budget programs Banjarmasin City Education Office with a preference of availability of funds 47%, benefits 28%, HR availability of 16%, and targeting 9%. Based on these alternative criteria, choices were obtained with the priority order of programs education management 44%, teaching staff and education 29%, curriculum development 18%, and education licensing control 9%. that the most prioritized is the education management program by 44%.
Pengaruh Tingkat Kemiskinan, Pengangguran, dan Upah Minimum Terhadap Kesejahteraan Masyarakat di Provinsi Kalimantan Selatan Tahun 2013-2021
Authors: Huda Nurul , Sa'roni Chairul
Published: December 2024

This research is a quantitative research goals were finding out and analizing the influence of poverty level, unemployment and minimum wages toward citizen welfare in South Kalimantan Province. The analizing technique used is panel data regression with the selected model, namely the Random Effect Model, combining data for 2013-2021 and cross-section data from 13 Regencies/Cities of South Kalimantan Province The data that has been obtained furthermore are analyzed by panel data regression equation analysis using the E-Views 10 Software program. This research results that poverty level, unemployment and minimum wages simultaneously had significant influences toward the welfare of South Kalimantan Province during 2013-2021. Therefore, partial analysis of the poverty level and unemployment is negatively related and not significantly correlate toward citizen welfare in South Kalimantan Province. Minimum wages positively correlated by partial and had significant effect toward citizen welfare in South Kalimantan Province.
A Unique Technique for Artificial Insemination in Tasar Silkworm, Antheraea mylitta with Fresh and Frozen Semen
Authors: Kumar Dinesh , Prasad B. C. , Sinha A. K. , Pandey J. P. , Mishra P. K.
Published: December 2024

Artificial insemination is a very important tool and has been used for hybrids, mutant lines and producing inbred lines is only possible with a method that ensures controlled mating. During the tasar eggs production, male and female emergence are differ as male moths abundance during early phase where as female later phase of grainage which resulted loss of uncoupled female moths (10 to 19%). To reduce loss of eggs and necessity of hybrid/inbred lines in Antheraea mylitta, present study was conducted. A unique and farmers friendly technique of artificial insemination of A. mylitta has been developed. A Tris buffer diluent with volume of 100 µl effective for homogenous mixing of semen collected from single male. The response was decreases on advancement of age of male and female for collection of semen and insemination. The data reveals that there were no significant difference observed among treatment on fecundity, hatching and chawki survival of larvae when female moth inseminated with fresh semen, semen kept at 0°C for 1 day and at -80°C for up to 120 days. It can be concluded that artificial insemination with fresh and frozen is feasible in A. myltta which is very helpful to tasar silk industry.
Study of Phenotypic and Genotypic Variance and Coefficient of Variance, Heritability, Phenotypic and Genotypic Correlation Coefficient Among Different Character’s in Tuberose
Authors: Gautam Yougesh
Published: December 2024

The investigation was carried out at the Vegetable research farm, Department of Horticulture, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh from May 2018 to March 2019 with twenty cultivars of tuberose. The experiment was carried out by using Randomised Block Design with three replications. Every individual plant is selected from each treatment and average was calculated for statistical computation. Phenotypic and genotypic variance and coefficient of variation were estimated. Heritability in broad sense was estimated as a ratio of genetic variance to phenotypic variance. Correlation coefficient was estimated to know the degree and direction of association between the variables. Both genotypic correlation coefficient and phenotypic correlation coefficient were estimated from the variance and covariance components.
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Serological Detection of Hepatitis B and C in Women of Childbearing Age Received at the Union Hospital in the N’Djamena South Health District in Chad
Authors: Keitoyo Amedé Naibi , Nare Richard Ngadolo Bongo , Tchouhigbe Arnaud Kakore Syng , Faysala Oscar Asbagui , Abdallah Fadou Bechir , Justine Onmal , Pakagne Bainone , Tampi Babegue Guilia , Alladoum Carine Onmal , Bebanto Antipas Et Ban Bo
Published: December 2024

Viral hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by a DNA virus in the case of hepatitis B virus (HBV) and RNA in the case of hepatitis C virus (HCV) and present on all continents. This was a descriptive study with analytical aims carried out from January 2024 to May 2024 in women of childbearing age received at the Union Hospital in the Health District of N'Djamena Sud. The data were collected using a data collection sheet and diagnosis of HBV and HCV was carried out with immunochromatographic tests on the cassettes. Total of 423 patients were enrolled. Among them, 39 samples from patients were positive and 384 negative for HBV giving a prevalence of 9.12% and 3 samples from patients were positive and 420 negative for HCV giving a prevalence of 0.71%. The prevalence of viral hepatitis was 9.83% in women of childbearing age. The age group of 25 to 34 years was the most represented with a frequency of 39.72% followed by that of 20 to 24 years with a rate of 35.22%. In this study, married women were the most represented, with a rate of 58.86% followed by women in cohabitation with a rate of 37.11%. Traders represented 31.91% and housewives a rate of 30.02% in this study. The prevalence was very high in patients with a secondary education level with 39.01% and 23.40% in patients with a primary education level. The factors influencing the circulation of HBV in this study were related to tattooing, multiple partnerships including 33.33% of recorded cases, 27.27% related to a case of HBV in the family; while those influencing the circulation of HCV were related to tattooing (33.33%). This study showed that HBV and HCV still circulate within the population despite systematic HBV vaccination among women attending prenatal consultations.
Light and Electron Microscopic Study of Fluoride Induced Gastric Mucosal Damage in Rats
Authors: Aggarwal Shashi , Kaur Sukhmanjeet
Published: December 2024

The present study was carried out to determine the adverse effects of fluoride on the rat gastric mucosa. Twelve albino rats were used. The experimental group was treated with 600 mg/kg b.w./day of sodium fluoride for 40 days via oral gavage. The control group had distilled water for the same period. The rat stomachs were prepared for light microscopic, scanning and transmission electron microscopy. The pathological and ultrastructural changes include loss of surface epithelium, microvilli and structural integrity, along with extensive cell degeneration and mucosal erosion indicating that sodium fluoride has a severe detrimental impact on the gastric tissue, compromising both its protective and functional capabilities.
Isolation and Diagnosis of the Bacteria Causing Gastric Ulcers and Identification of the Causative Gene using PCR Technique
Authors: Ali Khorsheed Shler
Published: December 2024

Gastric ulcers represent a significant global health burden, affecting millions of individuals annually. Helicobacter pylori is an important pathogen in humans and is considered the main cause of refractory gastritis. It is also associated with the development of peptic ulcers, atrophic gastritis, and gastric tumors. This study aimed to detect the presence of H. pylori in stool samples from patients with gastric ulcers using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and targeting the cagA, vacA, and ureC genes. Stool samples were collected from 200 symptomatic patients and subjected to culture analysis to isolate H. pylori. The presence of H. pylori isolates was confirmed by culture analysis, Gram staining, biochemical assays, and PCR tests targeting the cagA, vacA, and ureC genes. Of the 200 stool samples, 125 showed positive results for H. pylori colonies in males and 75 in females on agar plates., which were confirmed by Gram staining and biochemical assays. Genomic DNA of Helicobacter pylori was taken based on the cetyl trimethyl ammonium bromide protocol (CTAB). Nested PCR was performed using specific primers (HP-F and HP-R), (ccagA-F and cagA-R), (vacAs1 and vacAs2), (vacAm1 and vacAm2), and (VacAF and VacAR) sets for the ureC gene, as well as the virulence genes of cagA and vacA. Gel electrophoresis analysis was performed to visualize the PCR products. PCR results showed the presence of cagA, vacA, and ureC genes in H. pylori isolates. These results indicate the prevalence of H. pylori infection and the presence of virulence genes associated with peptic ulcer disease in the study population.
Frontline Demonstration of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Under Integrated Crop Management Practices (ICM) in Central Dry Zone of Karnataka, India
Authors: Mallikarjuna B. O. , Devaraja T. N. , Kolekar D. V.
Published: December 2024

With an objective of improving the production and productivity of chickpea, Integrated Crop Management (ICM) practices were conducted in 125 farmers’ fields covering an area of 50 hectares in Nymathi and Jagalurtaluk of Davanagere district in Central dry zone of Karnataka state during Rabi season during 2020-21 to 2022-23 for the period of three consecutive years with high yielding variety JAKI 9218. The Cluster frontline demonstration study findings revealed that ICM practices recorded an average yield of 1186 kgha1 which is 30.45 per cent higher than obtained with farmer’s practice (non – ICM) (909 kgha1). The mean for the three years of extension gap, technology gap and technology index were 277 kgha1, 614 kgha1 and 31.40 per cent, respectively. An average net returns and benefit cost ratio of ?24236 and 1.81 recorded in ICM plot as against ?14290 and 1.53 in farmers practice respectively. The productivity of chickpea per unit area could be increased by adopting scientific and location specific technologies such as variety, optimum plant population, spraying of chickpea magic and timely integrated pest management practices. ICAR- Taralabalu KVK carried out ICM practices in a systematic and scientific manner on different farmer’s field to show the worth of improved practices and convincing farming community about potentialities of improved production management technologies of chickpea for further adoption by the farming community of Davanagere district.
Cytokine Analysis in Adults with Soil Transmitted Helminths Infection in Padang City and Detection of IgG4 from Ascariasis Infection
Authors: Irawati Nuzulia , Rahayu Yanti , Septiah Hendri Randi
Published: December 2024

Background and Objective: There are lots of worms that live in the dirt. All persons, including the elderly, are frequently discovered to have soil-transmitted helminths (STH). This is so that the parasite can influence how the immune system reacts by elevating IgG4 antibody levels. A. lumbricoides antigen-specific antibodies are found in blood samples using the ELISA method's IgG4 detection. STH infection compromises the human immune system, leading to elevated immunoglobulin E (IgE) levels, eosinophilia, and the generation of T-helper 2 (Th2) cells, particularly in response to variations in TNF- α and IL-4 levels. The ascariasis and STH are detected in this evaluation using the A. lumbricoides IgG ELISA Kit, TNF- α, and IL-4 ELISA Kit. The purpose of this research is to ascertain the incidence of STH in adults inResults and Conclusion: There were 78 participants in this study; the most common age range was 46–55 years old (28 participants); the most prevalent sex was female (65 participants); 57 participants tested positive for IgG4; the majority of sufferers were in the 17–25 year age group (88.9%); and the majority were of the male sex (76.9%); the levels of TNF– α and IL–4 were checked, and they were found to be 18.9%. In this study, women between the ages of 46 and 55 make up the majority of the respondents. The majority of respondents were female and between the ages of 17 and 25, and less than half of them diagnosed ascariasis and STH.
Detection of the tet A Resistance Gene in Broad Spectrum Beta-lactamase (ESBL)-Producing Escherichia coli Strains Isolated from Faecal Waste of Pigs on a Farm in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Authors: Kouamé Innocent Kouadio , Margueritte Kouamé Amenan , Youan Charles Tra Bi , Mohamed Baguy Ouattara , Stéphane Kpoda , Kouadio Nathalie Guessennd , Boko Aka
Published: December 2024

The aim of the study was to detect the tet A gene coding for tetracycline resistance in ESBL-producing strains of Escherichia coli isolated from faecal waste from pigs used as manure. Thirty-five E. coli strains containing genes coding for ESBL resistance were used in the study. These strains were isolated from faecal waste from pigs used to produce manure. They were identified using biochemical tests. An antibiotic susceptibility test was carried out using the agar diffusion antibiogram technique to determine antibiotic resistance profiles and confirmed the presence of ESBL production. PCR was carried out to search for the tet A gene coding for tetracycline resistance in strains likely to produce ESBL. Antibiogram results of the 35 E. coli strains confirmed the ESBL phenotype. These strains were resistant to several antibiotics. The rate of resistance to tetracycline was 100%. All these strains harboured the tet A resistance gene. They also presented five genetic combinations, the most predominant of which was bla TEM, tet A with a frequency of 38%. The detection of tet A resistance genes in E. coli represents a risk to public health. Resistance genes circulating in the digestive flora of farm animals therefore need to be monitored to prevent their spread.