bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE AUDITOR’S RATIONAL CHOICE OF THE AUDITOR BOARD OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA IN EXAMINING GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL REPORTS
Authors: Sianipar Glory Augusta Elisabeth M. , Ardini Lilis , Kurnia Kurnia
Published: March 2024

Abstract - This research aims to determine the dilemma of rational choice of auditors from the Audit Board of The Republic of Indonesia in examining government financial reports during the Covid-19 Pandemic. This research using phenomenological approach with interpretive paradigm. Methods of qualitative research were applied in this research. The method used in this research is the phenomenological approach. The subjects of this study serving as informants are those who hold functional positions as auditors within the Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia. The findings of this study suggest that the challenge faced by the auditors of The Audit Board of The Republic of Indonesia during the Covid-19 outbreak is the auditor's dilemma when evaluating financial accounts. Limited engagement with other people is one of the challenges faced by auditors, making it challenging to gather information or data that ought to be simple. The practice of Working from Home (WFH) could frequently lead to misunderstandings with auditors. This is due to the fact that there is not any face-to-face direct communication between colleagues. Conclusion: The auditors of the Audit Board of The Republic of Indonesia always attempt to make decisions based on careful consideration and sensible choices in order to accomplish the audit objectives when performing their responsibilities. Additionally, there are concerns that emerge based on an auditor's feelings.

Keywords: Auditor; Covid-19; Rational Choice Dilemma; The Auditor Board of the Republic of Indonesia
PENGARUH SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING TERHADAP CONSUMER BRAND ENGAGEMENT DAN BRAND KNOWLEDGE: STUDI EMPIRIS PADA AKUN INSTAGRAM MENANTEA
Authors: Revaliana Amanda , Susilawaty Lilis
Published: March 2024

Abstract - The growth of the F&B business is currently growing very rapidly in Indonesia, one of the F&B businesses currently growing rapidly is Menantea. This study aims to see the influence of social media marketing elements on Consumer Brand Engagement and Brand Knowledge on Instagram Menantea social media accounts. This study uses a quantitative approach and a sample of 155. The sampling method uses non-probability with convenience sampling techniques. Data were analyzed using Smart-PLS 3.0 software. The results of this study reveal that the elements namely EWOM, Interaction and Trendiness have a significant influence on Consumer Brand Engagement which has implications for brand knowledge. However, the variable elements, namely Entertainment and Customisation, are not significant to Consumer Brand Engagement on Menantea's Instagram social media accounts. For further researchers, they can conduct research on other social media platforms such as Tiktok or Twitter Menantea so that comparisons can be made, then they can study variables that can affect Consumer Brand Engagement and Brand Knowledge.

Keywords: Brand Knowledge; Consumer Brand Engagement; Social Media Marketing Element
THE PANDEMIC INFLUENCE TO FIRM SIZE AND FINANCIAL RATIO ON LISTED COMPANIES IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY
Authors: Ramdhani Rani , Mulyono Mulyono , Wulandari Respati
Published: March 2024

Abstract - During the pandemic, the government enacted policies that restricted people's travel, impacting corporate development across the board. The study's goal is to analyze the influence of the pandemic on firm size and financial ratios of companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the Healthcare industry. Market capitalization statistics, return on assets, and debt to equity ratios were used as study samples. To assess the research hypothesis, the Wilcoxon sign rank test was performed. According to the findings of the study, return on assets decreased significantly during the pandemic, debt to equity ratio remained stable and did not vary significantly, and company size increased significantly during the pandemic. Companies in the post-pandemic period must pay close attention to the proper composition of funding sources in order to boost profitability and gain the trust of investors.

Keywords: Debt to Equity; Financial Ratio; Firm Size; Pandemic Covid-19; Return on Asset
PENGARUH KUALITAS PELAYANAN BENGKEL TERHADAP LOYALITAS PELANGGAN MELALUI KEPUASAN PELANGGAN
Authors: Taufan Sonny , Akhsan Muhamad Nur
Published: March 2024

This research was conducted at PT Setiajaya Mobilindo - Setiajaya Toyota Depok, with the aim of  Knowing the influence of workshop service quality on customer satisfaction Knowing the influence of customer satisfaction on customer loyalty and  Knowing the level of quality of workshop service provided on customer loyalty through PT Setiajaya Mobilindo - Setiajaya Toyota Depok customer satisfaction. The population in this study were all customers at PT Setiajaya Mobilindo - Setiajaya Toyota Depok Pekanbaru. Using the Slovin formula and accidental sampling technique, 161 selected samples were obtained. The research method was carried out descriptively and quantitatively, using simple regression testing techniques and the data was then processed using the IBM SPSS Statistics 26 program. With this research, research estimates were produced as to whether service quality has an effect on customer satisfaction and also whether customer satisfaction and service quality have an impact. influence on customer loyalty.
MODEL EFEKTIVITAS TATA KELOLA MELALUI SKEMA STAKEHOLDER DYNAMICS DESA AGROWISATA NGLINGGO
Authors: Astono Anjar Dwi , Indriani Sekarlita , Parlindungan Davis Roganda , Hutapea Michael Supriady , Gunawan Vincent Louis , Ardianto Marcelinus Bily
Published: March 2024

Abstract- Despite Nglinggo Village's initiative in agrotourism development, challenges persist in its governance. The research's novelty lies in its examination of agrotourism through the prism of stakeholder dynamics, amalgamated with the innovation for sustainability strategy concept. Employing a qualitative approach within the constructivist paradigm, the study unravels the intricacies of issues within the tea plantation agrotourism of Nglinggo Tourist Village, Samigaluh, Yogyakarta. Findings underscore critical success factors for effective governance, including community participation, environmental sustainability, quality services, and stakeholder management. In conclusion, a comprehensive model integrated into the Nglinggo Tourist Village Tea Plantation Agrotourism development framework is essential,

comprising phases such as preparation, development, implementation, and evaluation. This model ensures ongoing reevaluation by all

Keywords: Agrotourism Planning; Economy; Implementation Outcomes; Nature
الأسمدة وأثرها في تحقيق التنمية الزراعية في محافظة ديالى
Authors: القريشي تحسين
Published: March 2024

بيّنت الدّراسة أهمية استعمال الأسمدة الكيميائية والعضوية في تطوير الإنتاج الزراعي وتنميته وبما يتناسب مع حاجات المحاصيل الزراعية، للحصول على أعلى إنتاج وإنتاجية للمحاصيل الزراعية في منطقة الدّراسة، لما لَهُ من أهمية كبيرة في تزويد الغذاء للسكان، الذي أصبح يتزايد بصورة كبيرة، إذ توصلت الدّراسة إِلى مجموعة من النتائج أظهرت أهمية استعمالها، وأَنَّهُ يمكن زيادة الإنتاج كمًا ونوعًا باتباع أنظمة الزراعة الحديثة، التي تُحسن من خواص التربة، عن طريق استعمال الأسمدة الكيميائية التي لا تؤدي إِلى تراكم العناصر السامة في التربة، وبيّنت الدّراسة أهمية استعمال الأسمدة العضوية بدلًا من الأسمدة الكيميائية، للتقليل من الأضرار البيئية والصحية للأسمدة الكيميائية.
Zur Kennzeichnung der Adverbialbestimmung im Deutschen und im Arabischen
Authors: Ali Maysoon
Published: March 2024

يقع هذا البحث في إطار اللغويات الألمانية حيث يتناول موضوع الجمل الظرفية باللغة الألمانية، ولا سيما تحديد الظرف كظاهرة. تساعد الدراسات المقارنة بتقيدم مواد مفيدة للمتعلمين فضلا عن توسيع مفرداتهم وتحسين الكفاءة اللغوية لديهم.يتناول هذا البحث طبيعة الجمل الظرفية ومقارنتها بالجمل الظرفية في اللغة العربية حيث يعتمد على توعية الطلبة العراقيين في قسم اللغة الألمانية في جامعة بغداد عن طريق التطبيق العملي في المحاضرة. وسبب تناول هذا الموضوع أن الطلاب العراقيين لديهم سوء فهم في تعلم هذه الظاهرة مما اوقعهم في مشكلة في عملية الترجمة. لهذا نحاول في هذا البحث القضاء على صعوبات التعلم أو التغلب عليها قدر الإمكان.يتكون هذا العمل من جزأين، الجزء الأول يتناول تعريف مصطلح الظرف في اللغة الألمانية، وظيفته، بناءه والفئات الفرعية للظرف. في هذا القسم أيضًا يحاول البحث دراسة أي صعوبات يواجهها المتعلمون، لذلك تناولنا هنا هذا المصطلح وتحديده بشكل مفصل وخاصة فيما يتعلق بمشاكل استخدامه وتسهيل تعلمه. الجزء الثاني يتناول الظرفية في اللغة العربية.هذا العمل يهدف للتخلص من الأساليب التقليدية لفهم الظرفية للطلاب الناطقين باللغة العربية وإيجاد طرق تعلم جديدة. كل هذا دفعني إلى إنشاء مفهوم هادف وشامل يتم فيه شرح هذا الموضوع ولفت الانتباه إلى مشاكل استخدامه.
الصعوبات التي تواجه مدرسي ومدرسات اعداديات الرصافة الثانية لممارسة الانشطة الرياضية
Authors: داود هبة
Published: March 2024

هدفت الدراسة إلى التعرف على الصعوبات التي تجابه مدرسي مدرسات اعداديات الرصافة الثانية من ممارسة الأنشطة الرياضية، وتكونت عينة البحث من (30) مدرساً ومدرسة من مجموع مجتمع الأصل (60) من مدرسي ومدرسات تربية الرصافة الثانية – اعداديات، تم اختيارهم بطريقة عشوائية من مجتمع الدراسة، استخدمت الباحثة المنهج الوصفي لملائمته الدراسة الحالية، واشتملت الدراسة على أربعة مجالات مجال الامكانات الرياضية والمجال الصحي والبدني والمجال الثالث صعوبات تتعلق بالجانب الاجتماعي والمجال النشاط العلمي، وتوصلت الدراسة إلى عدم وجود علاقة بين صعوبات ممارسة الأنشطة الرياضية لدى مدرسي ومدرسات في المديرية، تعزى لمتغير الجنس، بينما أظهرت إلى وجود علاقة بين  صعوبات ممارسة الأنشطة الرياضية لدى مدرسي ومدرسات اعداديات التربية في مديريات الرصافة الثانية تعزى لمتغير العمر، كذلك كشفت الدراسة إلى وجود علاقة بين صعوبات تتعلق بالمجال الصحي والبدني لدى المدرسين والمدرسات في الاعداديات، تعزى لمتغير المؤهل العلمي، توجد أيضاً علاقة بين صعوبات ممارسة الأنشطة الرياضية ككل لدى المدرسين والمدرسات في اعداديات المديريات، تعزى لمتغير المؤهل العلمي. وأوصت الدراسة بضرورة توفير الأدوات والأجهزة الرياضية الكافية والمناسبة لقسم التربية الرياضية في المديرية وتزويد القسم بالمرافق والمنشآت الخاصة بالنشاط الرياضي (صالات رياضية، ساحات ومفتوحة وملاعب رياضية، غرف لتبديل الملابس) وضرورة إعادة النظر في تخطيط وتنظيم النشاط الرياضي بحيث لا يؤدي إلى التعارض مع أوقات وظروف عمل المدرسين والمدرسات لممارسة النشاط الرياضي والاهتمام بعوامل الأمن والسلامة عند ممارسة النشاط الرياضي. وأخيراً اجراء دراسات مشابهة للصعوبات التي تعيق ممارسي النشاط الرياضي في أقسام وزارات أخرى.
نشأة الدعوى الابراهيمية الحديثة ودوافع تأسيسها
Authors: ساجت حيدر , طعمة عبدالكريم
Published: March 2024

يسلط البحث الضوء على الدعاوي الابراهيمية الحديثة التي انبثقت في السنين الاخيرة وعلى وفقها تم اعتبار الاخوة الانسانية شعارا جامعا للديانات التي ترجع كلها لأصل واحد الا وهو النبي ابراهيم (عليه السلام) وعلى اثر ذلك تم توقيع اكثر من دولة عربية اسلامية لاتفاقيات مع الكيان الصهيوني الغاصب بإشراف الولايات المتحدة الامريكية بعنوان (اتفاقيات ابراهام) بذريعة السلام والاخوة وما شاكلهما من العنوانات الاخر التي يراد خلالها تصدير هذه المفاهيم بقلبها وجعلها مصطلحات مقبولة مجتمعيا ويثبت البحث ان هذه الدعاوي الباطلة ليست جديدة بل لها جذور ومصاديق قديما وحديثا والمقصد الرئيس هو معرفة اراجيف ذلك الزعم ومجابهته بوعي ومعرفة لئلا تهجم لوابس الزمان على الناشئة من هذا الجيل ولا سيما الشباب ولكي يوضع كل شيء في موضعه في ضوء الحكمة والمعايير الصحيحة الثابتة في آيات القرآن الكريم واحاديث النبي واهل بيته والصحابة المنتجبين
العلاقات السياسية والعسكرية بين بلاد الأندلس وبلاد الحجازبين القرنين السابع والتاسع الهجريين / الثالث عشر والخامس عشر الميلاديين
Authors: هوبي إيمان , خابط صباح
Published: March 2024

يمثل الحج للديار المقدسة في بلاد الحجاز من أكثر الأُمور المحببة للإنسان المسلم لما لها من تأثير روحي ونفسي وديني يقربه من الله سبحانه وتعالى على الرغم من الصعوبات والتحديات المتمثلة ببعد المسافة والإضطرابات السياسية على مستوى العالم الإسلامي وتحدياته مع المعتدين والحروب الجارية، في الأَندلس عُدَّ هذا الأَمر وإنطلاقا من القرن الخامس الهجري / الحادي عشر الميلادي أَمراً صعباً جداً بسبب الأوضاع السياسية المتأزمة في العالم الإسلامي آنذاك، فما هي تلك الإجراءات التي أُتبعت من أَجل تذليل تلك الصعوبات والوصول إلى غاياتهم لتتحقق تلك العلاقات والهدف الأَسمى ألا وهو الحج للديار المقدسة في بلاد الحجاز.
Seasonal Variations in Vitamin D Levels and the Incident Dementia Among Older Adults Aged ≥60 Years in the UK Biobank
Authors: Liu Jiahao , Roccati Eddy , Chen Yutong , Zhu Zhuoting , Wang Wei , He Mingguang , Shang Xianwen
Published: March 2024

Background:

Limited knowledge exists regarding the association between dementia incidence and vitamin D insufficiency/deficiency across seasons.

Objective:

This study aimed to evaluate the impact of seasonal serum vitamin D (25(OH)D) levels on dementia and its subtypes, considering potential modifiers.

Methods:

We analyzed 193,003 individuals aged 60–73 at baseline (2006–2010) from the UK Biobank cohort, with follow-up until 2018. 25(OH)D were measured at baseline, and incident dementia cases were identified through hospital records, death certificates, and self-reports.

Results:

Out of 1,874 documented all-cause dementia cases, the median follow-up duration was 8.9 years. Linear and nonlinear associations between 25(OH)D and dementia incidence across seasons were observed. In multivariable-adjusted analysis, 25(OH)D deficiency was associated with a 1.5-fold (95% CIs: 1.2–2.0), 2.2-fold (1.5–3.0), 2.0-fold (1.5–2.7), and 1.7-fold (1.3–2.3) increased incidence of all-cause dementia in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, respectively. Adjusting for seasonal variations, 25(OH)D insufficiency and deficiency were associated with a 1.3-fold (1.1–1.4) and 1.8-fold (1.6–2.2) increased dementia incidence, respectively. This association remained significant across subgroups, including baseline age, gender, and education levels. Furthermore, 25(OH)D deficiency was associated with a 1.4-fold (1.1–1.8) and 1.5-fold (1.1–2.0) higher incidence of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, respectively. These associations remained significant across all subgroups.

Conclusions:

25(OH)D deficiency is associated with an increased incidence of dementia and its subtypes throughout the year.
Intelligent Alzheimer’s Diseases Gene Association Prediction Model Using Deep Regulatory Genomic Neural Networks
Authors: Rohini M. , Oswalt Manoj S. , Surendran D.
Published: March 2024

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is an illness that affects the nervous system, leading to a loss in cognitive and logical abilities. Gene regulatory expressions, which are the complex language exhibited by DNA, serve several functionalities, including the physical and biological life cycle processes in the human body. The gene expression sequence affects the pathology experienced by an individual, its longevity, and potential for a cure. The transcription factors, from DNA to RNA conversion, and the binding process determine the gene expression, which varies for every human organ and disease. This study proposes Deep convolutional neural network model that reads the gene regulatory expression sequence through various convolutional layers encoded to detect positive spikes in transcription factors. This results in the prediction of disease conversion probability from mild cognitive impairment to AD which is the key-requisite for affected geriatric cohorts.
Measures of Awareness in Alzheimer’s Disease and Clinical Differences Between Groups with Preserved, Impaired, and Absent Awareness
Authors: Lacerda Isabel Barbeito , Baptista Maria Alice Tourinho , Belfort Tatiana , Mograbi Daniel , Dourado Marcia Cristina Nascimento
Published: March 2024

Background:

Awareness is a heterogeneous construct that requires accurate assessment. There is no consensus on the best methodology for capturing the phenomenon, thus leading to inconsistent results in this area.

Objective:

We aim to evaluate the reliability of clinicians’ ratings and a discrepancy assessment method, examining groups of people with Alzheimer’s disease (PwAD) according to their degree of awareness and demographic and clinical aspects.

Methods:

We cross-sectionally assessed 134 PwAD and their caregivers. Individuals’ level of awareness was assessed with two methods: clinicians’ ratings identified three groups (preserved awareness, impaired awareness, and absent awareness), while discrepancy assessment identified four groups (preserved awareness, mildly impaired awareness, moderately impaired awareness, and absent awareness).

Results:

Clinicians’ ratings showed significant differences between PwAD with preserved, impaired, and absent awareness groups in cognition, functionality, and neuropsychiatric symptoms. There was a significant difference in caregivers’ anxiety between the impaired and absent awareness groups. Discrepancy assessment showed no clinical differences between the preserved and mildly impaired awareness groups or between the absent and moderately impaired awareness groups. A significant difference in functionality was observed between the other groups.

Conclusions:

Clinical aspects of each measure tended to differ between the chosen methods. Impairments in awareness fluctuate despite disease progression. Cognition and severity of disease cannot explain deficits in awareness.
An X Chromosome Transcriptome Wide Association Study Implicates ARMCX6 in Alzheimer’s Disease
Authors: Zhang Xueyi , Gomez Lissette , Below Jennifer E. , Naj Adam C. , Martin Eden R. , Kunkle Brian W. , Bush William S.
Published: March 2024

Background:

The X chromosome is often omitted in disease association studies despite containing thousands of genes that may provide insight into well-known sex differences in the risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

Objective:

To model the expression of X chromosome genes and evaluate their impact on AD risk in a sex-stratified manner.

Methods:

Using elastic net, we evaluated multiple modeling strategies in a set of 175 whole blood samples and 126 brain cortex samples, with whole genome sequencing and RNA-seq data. SNPs (MAF > 0.05) within the cis-regulatory window were used to train tissue-specific models of each gene. We apply the best models in both tissues to sex-stratified summary statistics from a meta-analysis of Alzheimer’s Disease Genetics Consortium (ADGC) studies to identify AD-related genes on the X chromosome.

Results:

Across different model parameters, sample sex, and tissue types, we modeled the expression of 217 genes (95 genes in blood and 135 genes in brain cortex). The average model R2 was 0.12 (range from 0.03 to 0.34). We also compared sex-stratified and sex-combined models on the X chromosome. We further investigated genes that escaped X chromosome inactivation (XCI) to determine if their genetic regulation patterns were distinct. We found ten genes associated with AD at p < 0.05, with only ARMCX6 in female brain cortex ( p = 0.008) nearing the significance threshold after adjusting for multiple testing ( α = 0.002).

Conclusions:

We optimized the expression prediction of X chromosome genes, applied these models to sex-stratified AD GWAS summary statistics, and identified one putative AD risk gene, ARMCX6.
Perspectives of People At-Risk on Parkinson’s Prevention Research
Authors: Keavney Jessi L. , Mathur Soania , Schroeder Karlin , Merrell Ray , Castillo-Torres Sergio A. , Gao Virginia , Crotty Grace F. , Schwarzschild Michael A. , Poma John M.
Published: March 2024

The movement toward prevention trials in people at-risk for Parkinson’s disease (PD) is rapidly becoming a reality. The authors of this article include a genetically at-risk advocate with the LRRK2 G2019 S variant and two patients with rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder (RBD), one of whom has now been diagnosed with PD. These authors participated as speakers, panelists, and moderators in the “ Planning for Prevention of Parkinson’ s: A Trial Design Forum” hosted by Massachusetts General Hospital in 2021 and 2022. Other authors include a young onset person with Parkinson’s (PwP) and retired family physician, an expert in patient engagement in Parkinson’s, and early career and veteran movement disorders clinician researchers. Several themes emerged from the at-risk participant voice concerning the importance of early intervention, the legitimacy of their input in decision-making, and the desire for transparent communication and feedback throughout the entire research study process. Challenges and opportunities in the current environment include lack of awareness among primary care physicians and general neurologists about PD risk, legal and psychological implications of risk disclosure, limited return of individual research study results, and undefined engagement and integration of individuals at-risk into the broader Parkinson’s community. Incorporating the perspectives of individuals at-risk as well as those living with PD at this early stage of prevention trial development is crucial to success.
Opioid prescription patterns among commercially insured children with and without cerebral palsy
Authors: Ayoubi Lubna , Pruente Jessica , Daunter Alecia K. , Erickson Steven R. , Whibley Daniel , Whitney Daniel G.
Published: March 2024

PURPOSE: This study aimed to describe opioid prescription patterns for children with vs. without cerebral palsy (CP). METHODS: This cohort study used commercial claims from 01/01/2015–12/31/2016 and included children aged 2–18 years old with and without CP. Opioid prescription patterns (proportion exposed, number of days supplied) were described. A zero-inflated generalized linear model compared the proportion exposed to opioids in the follow-up year (2016) and, among those exposed, the number of days supplied opioids between cohorts before and after adjusting for age, gender, race, U.S. region of residence, and the number of co-occurring neurological/neurodevelopmental disabilities (NDDs). RESULTS: A higher proportion of children with (n = 1,966) vs. without (n = 1,219,399) CP were exposed to opioids (12.1% vs. 5.3%), even among the youngest age group (2–4 years: 9.6% vs. 1.8%), and had a greater number of days supplied (median [interquartile range], 8 [5–13] vs. 6 [4–9] days; P < 0.05). Comparing children with opioid exposure with vs. without CP, a greater number of days supplied was identified for older age, Asian race/ethnicity, and without co-occurring NDDs, and a lower number of days supplied was observed for Black race/ethnicity and with ≥1 co-occurring NDDs. CONCLUSION: Children with CP are more likely to be exposed to opioids and have a higher number of days supplied.
Investigating the relationship between physical, cognitive, and environmental factors of ergonomics with the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders: A case study in a car-parts manufacturing industry
Authors: Mokhtarinia Hamidreza , Alimohammadi Bahar , Sadeghi-Yarandi Mohsen , Torabi-Gudarzi Salman , Soltanzadeh Ahmad , Nikbakht Neda
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) is a multi-factorial disorder in most occupational setting and it has increased significantly in recent years. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between physical, cognitive, and environmental factors of ergonomics with the prevalence of WRMSDs in a car-parts manufacturing industry METHODS: This cross-sectional study was performed among 220 workers in a milling unit of a car parts manufacturing company in 2021-2022. The prevalence of WRMSDs was assessed using the Extended Version of the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. Noise exposure was evaluated using dosimetry method. Mental and physical workload were evaluated by the NASA-TLX and key index methods (KIM-MHO and KIM-LHC), respectively. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 25.0. RESULTS: The subjects’ mean age and work experience were 36.3±6.5 and 8.35±6.41 years, respectively. Eighty-five percent of the subjects reported WRMSDs in at least one area of the body. The results of mental workload assessment revealed a high workload mean range (73.23±14.89) in all of the subjects. Mean score of KIM-LHC and KIM-MHO were 738.18±336.42 and 201.86±36.41, respectively with odds ratio of 1.32 for KIM-LHC in creating the WRMSDs. There was a significant relationship between the noise exposure, mental and physical workload and the prevalence of WRMSDs (p-value < 0.05). CONCLUSION: The results of the present study revealed that environmental, physical and cognitive factors can simultaneously be effective in the prevalence of WRMSDs. Therefore, performing effective control measures requires comprehensive attention to physical, environmental, and cognitive ergonomics in the algorithm of ergonomics management in the workplace.
Online teaching experience of the healthcare faculty during the pandemic: A cross sectional analysis
Authors: Alam Beenish Fatima , Abbasi Nabeela , Han Bing , Fahim Faisal , Ali Muhammad Iftikhar , Mehmood Muhammad Awais
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND: COVID-19 pandemic had disrupted the teaching in most of the educational institutes worldwide. It has tested the readiness of educational institutes in their ability to deal with crisis. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to determine the perception of health sciences faculty toward online education during the period of pandemic in Pakistan. METHODS: This cross-sectional research determined the perception using online survey which had been taken from the study conducted by Almahasees et al. Questions related to faculty’s perception regarding IT skills, online classes taking more effort than on-campus learning, online platforms having adequate tools to facilitate teaching. Data was analyzed using SPSS. Statistical tests comprised of descriptive statistics and Kruskal-Walli’s test. RESULTS: From a total of 318 participants, there were 234 females and 84 males. A statistically significant association was identified between field of specialization and competency to teach online (p = 0.022). Faculty stated that more efforts were required to teach online (p < 0.001). Most of the tutors reported virtual sessions helped improved the interaction with their students (p < 0.001). Most of the time faculty had to prompt students to complete their assignments on time (p < 0.001). Many of the faculty members disagreed that delivering virtual sessions from home was quite ineffective (p = 0.221) and reported experiencing distractions (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: This study showed that online learning proved less effective than face-to-face learning. The main drawback of distance learning was the lack of teacher-student interaction. Online learning promotes student-centered learning and could be applied in situations of crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nigeria’s Volatile Oil Revenue: Is There a Cause for Concern?
Authors: Ogunjumo Rotimi Ayoade , Musa Nuhu , Adama Ibrahim , Abu Silas Idoko , Inedu Hitlar , Hamzat Salami , Ibitowa Stephen Adesina
Published: March 2024

This study, unlike previous studies, investigates the impact of volatile oil revenue on economic growth in Nigeria from 1986-2020. The study adopted the Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag technique (ARDL) to analyze the data. The results show that in the short-run, oil revenue volatility significantly depressed economic growth. In the long-run, however, oil revenue volatility improves economic growth in the country. The study therefore recommends that governments and policymakers in Nigeria should vigorously pursue policies that will reduce the reliance on oil revenue through greater economic diversification; otherwise economic growth may worsen in the short-run.
Techno-economic Comparative Analysis of Floating/On-Ground Solar PV System for Electrification of Gilgel Gibe I Auxiliary Load in Ethiopia
Authors: Mekonnen Tefera , Ramayya Venkata , Bhandari Ramchandra , Minaye Emiyamrew , Tsegay Shewit
Published: March 2024

Ethiopia is well endowed with solar energy resources with daily average radiation ranging from 4.5 to 7.5 kWh/m2/day. The significant electricity consumption of the country is reliant on hydropower. This dependence on hydropower makes the country susceptible to weather and climate changes, such as droughts, which can lead to reduced water levels in hydropower reservoir and reduced electricity generation. The application of solar floating photovoltaic (FPV) in the existing hydro reservoir would provide solar electric power to support hydropower generation especially during dry periods, and decrease evaporation losses. This implementation also has the cascading effect of increasing the solar power generation from the PV system by reducing the panel temperature through efficiency gain while saving the land requirement for installing the same PV system. Especially for countries like Ethiopia where agriculture is the key source of economy, optimal usage of land is very important. Thus, in this research, a techno-economic comparative analysis of 4MW Grid-tied FPV and ground-mounted PV system on Gilgel gibe I reservoir in Ethiopia for supplying the auxiliary load of the generation plant is done. The results showed that the proposed FPV system has 6.9% more electricity generating capacity than land-mounted PV system and saves 74,400m3 of water from evaporation annually. The FPV plant will also save the land cost burden, and results the levelized cost of energy (COE) 0.043$/kWh, which is 15.7 % less than land-mounted PV systems. In another way, the proposed FPV system indicated a positive impact on the environment by reducing 993 tons of greenhouse gas emission annually. Thus this research results will offer a clear directions for the concerned stockholders to implement FPV technology on the Ethiopian hydro reservoirs.
Technical and Financial Analysis for the Implementation of Small-scale Self-generation Projects, based on Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Solar Energy, for Residential Users under Colombian Regulations
Authors: Muñoz Yecid , Suarez Ciro Alfonso , Castro Adalberto Ospino , López Omar Julián
Published: March 2024

The study focuses on integrating non-conventional renewable energy sources into Colombia's power system. The regulatory framework allows small prosumers to trade energy surpluses with grid operators. The research analyzes the financial feasibility of implementing photovoltaic systems for residential users. Technical aspects governing energy production and implementation costs are examined. Colombian residential users, divided into six socioeconomic strata, undergo individual analysis based on their energy rates and consumption patterns. The study area is Bucaramanga, known for intermediate solar potential. Precise cost estimates for implementing photovoltaic systems that meet user energy requirements are provided. Financial viability indicators (NPV, IRR, Payback Time) are evaluated for three scenarios: existing energy prices, 50% government financing, and a 10% tariff reduction due to government intervention. Results show financial viability for strata 4, 5, and 6, but not for strata 1, 2, and 3. Government intervention can make strata 2 and 3 feasible. Lowering the kWh price adversely impacts the project's financial feasibility for all strata, particularly the lower-income ones. The study is valuable for potential investors and policymakers seeking to promote photovoltaic systems in the residential sector. It provides insights into economic viability and helps develop effective policies for Colombia's sustainable energy transition.
Economic Policy of Renewable Energy Adoption, Economic Policy of Digital Technology, Human Resource Management, Business Decision
Authors: Raza Ali , Khokhar Maryam , Gordillo Reyna Esperanza Zea , Ejaz Faisal , Jagirani Tahir Saeed , Júlia Fodor Zita , Hossain Md Billal
Published: March 2024

Energy fluctuations and global economic directly hit Indian Subcontinent (Geopolitically, it generally includes the countries of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka) economy and social welfare, which are the net importer of energy sources. This study investigates the relationship between strategic petroleum reserve and welfare losses for Indian Subcontinent. The breakdown of crude oil energy supply has a significant impact on energy security & welfare losses. Oil supply security was quantified in terms of the Indian Subcontinent's oil vulnerability index (which accounts for 84 percent of global oil imports), and welfare losses based on oil supply disruption were calculated. Afghanistan is the most susceptible country in the Indian Subcontinent in terms of energy reserves, as per the composite index results, whereas India is the lowest vulnerable. Empirical findings pointed to a 30% deficit of oil supply as the cause of the most volatile pattern of oil pricing, which exacerbates the estimated welfare loss by a 40% drop in GDP, which is around $700 in the Indian Subcontinent & $9000 in the top oil-consuming countries. According to this analysis, the Indian Subcontinent should keep at least a hundred days' worth of strategic oil resources to avert social and economic losses due to oil price fluctuations.
Implications of Machine Learning in the Generation of Renewable Energies in Latin America from a Globalized Vision: A Systematic Review
Authors: Hernandez-Palma Hugo Gaspar , Alvarado Jonny Rafael Plaza , Guiliany Jesús Enrique García , Dotto Guilherme Luiz , Ramos Claudete Gindri
Published: March 2024

The global energy industry fundamentally transformed towards renewable energy sources, driven by the sustainability paradigm. This shift was crucial in addressing the challenges of climate change and resource scarcity. Machine Learning (ML) played a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency and reliability of renewable energy systems. This study conducted a comprehensive analysis of scientific production at the intersection of ML and renewable energy generation, focusing on Latin America. Employing a methodology based on documentary research and bibliometric processes, utilizing the Scopus database with the support of R and VOSviewer software, our research revealed a significant increase in interest and investment in research related to ML and renewable energies since 2020. This exponential growth scenario in this knowledge area had significant implications for Latin America and the world, fostering technological advancements and the adoption of renewable energies. Countries such as China, India, the United States, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia represented 61% of the global scientific production in this field, underscoring its global relevance. This growth indicated a growing interest and investment in ML applications in renewable energies, aligning with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This research aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). It contributed to progress toward a more sustainable future, benefiting society through more efficient and sustainable energy systems, the energy industry through increased innovation and the adoption of clean technologies, and Latin America, which could leverage these findings to sustainably drive its economic and environmental development.
Preference on Renewal Energy by Operators of Tourist Standard Hotels in Kathmandu, Nepal
Authors: Ghimire Bhawani , Muneenam Umaporn , Techato Kuaanan
Published: March 2024

Although renewable energy sources are viable alternatives, their uptake by hotel owners is still uneven and frequently constrained. Preference mostly depends on the availability and cost of the renewal energy.  This articles aimed to study; firstly, the operator’s preference, renewal energy pattern, renewable energy of tourist standard hotels in Kathmandu, Nepal; secondly, to find the barriers in using renewable energy ; third, to find out the expectation in policy reformation from the government to increase the use of renewal energy in the hotels. Data collected from 30 hotels through a convenience sampling method showed that preference for renewal energy is  80% for Electricity and 2% only for solar energy.  Hotel operators agreed that using renewal energy in the hotel will save their time and cost, and expected the concessional rate as well as subsidy from the government on renewal energy with expectaton of policy reforms. All hotel operators mentioned that renewal energy like hydropower electricity was easily available and there were less barriers in use of renewal  energy being in Capital City. However, barriers depends on the affordability, availability, geographical location also.Result may differ in different location. Only 2% preference for solar energy is good future research questions.
Analyzing the Relationship between Renewable Energy Sources, Economic Growth and Energy Consumption in Greece
Authors: Huseynli Bahman
Published: March 2024

Renewable energy sources are one of the important economic factors of today. Energy resources have a great place for economic growth. There are many types of renewable energy sources, each of which is one of the indispensable elements for the development and development of countries. In this study, which measures the importance of energy consumption within the scope of economic growth and renewable energy, the effects of renewable energy sources and economic growth on energy consumption are investigated. In the study, the relationship between renewable energy sources, economic growth and energy consumption was examined by making panel cointegration analysis for Greece between 1997-2015. According to the results of the analysis, the panel data model established is significant at the 95% level. The independent factors explain 78% of the dependent variable's variation, according to R2. Energy consumption and renewable energy consumption were negatively correlated. A significant and positive relationship was found between economic growth and energy consumption at the 95% confidence level. An 1% increase in economic growth will increase energy consumption by about 15%. This result obtained because of the estimation also supports the theoretical expectation.
Energy Consumption Behavior Analysis in the UAE Educational Buildings for Sustainable Economy: A Case Study of Ras Al Khaimah Schools
Authors: Hossin Khaled , AlShehhi Hessa
Published: March 2024

Energy-saving in educational building has a significant contribution and a vital role in the economic and social development of nations. In this paper, the energy consumption of some educational buildings in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are collected and analyzed. Four schools within the region of Ras Al Khaimah were selected to study their buildings’ energy consumption behavior. Key energy, economic and environmental parameters were calculated and investigated such as the total annual energy consumption, energy consumption per person, energy consumption per area, energy consumption by category (AC, lighting, other devices, etc.), energy cost, and the amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.  A detailed energy audit was applied to one of the selected schools in order to identify the major areas of energy usage within the school, and to suggest the appropriate measures for potential energy and cost savings. Results revealed that total annual energy consumption of the investigated schools is very high with a range of 3700 - 3900 MWh. Significantly, in these hot climatic regions, AC systems alone accounts for over 80% of the overall annual energy consumption, standing out as the predominant energy consumers particularly during the summer months. The annual energy consumption per unit area was also excessive with values ranging from 200 to 500 kWh per m2. Total annual cost of energy was relatively substantial for all schools with values in the order of 1.2 - 1.5 million AED ($330,000 - $400,000). The negative effects of the CO2 emissions were estimated to be around 500 - 600 ton of CO2/year per a single school.
Carbon Emissions Accounting Disclosure: An Empirical Analysis during the Covid-19 Pandemic Period in a Developing Country
Authors: Puspita Maria Entina , Ratmono Dwi , Tantri Mitsalina , Julianto Yohanes , Ridhasyah Rizki
Published: March 2024

Carbon emissions accounting disclosure (CEAD) is an interesting research area that is related to the increase in global warming that is being caused by the use of non-renewable energy. However, there has been no research that has tested the disclosure of carbon emissions during the COVID-19 pandemic using a comprehensive model. Apart from that, there is still limited previous research that focuses on developing countries where the use of fossil-based energy has become an important issue at the moment. In this sense, this study aims to contribute to CEAD by analyzing earnings management, corporate governance, and media exposure as determinants of CEAD in Indonesia, a developing country. The sample consists of 244 firm-year manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during the 2020-2022 period. The test results, using partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM), indicate support for legitimacy theory, namely the view that corporate governance and media exposure have a positive effect on the level of CEAD. Drawn from the COVID-19 pandemic period, the empirical evidence from this study shows that the sample of manufacturing companies tended to carry out income-increasing earnings management and the disclosure of carbon emissions tended to be low.
Evaluating the Potential of Hydrogen Production from Agricultural Waste in Indonesia: A Comparative Techno-economic Analysis
Authors: Budhijanto Budhijanto , Pancasakti Bima Prasetya
Published: March 2024

Hydrogen production from agricultural waste is a potentially established industry in Indonesia, and the government aims to introduce innovative technologies to produce hydrogen. This study aimed to explore the feasibility of hydrogen production from agricultural waste using three different methods: SCWG, fermentation, and gasification. The analysis focuses on comparing the price of hydrogen as a product by setting the same value of the IRR at 30%. The simulation was conducted by analyzing the capacity of hydrogen production at 3650 tons/year. The results of this study demonstrate that fermentation is the most feasible technology for producing hydrogen from agricultural wastes in Indonesia. In this technology, the price of hydrogen obtained was $5.65/kg, with a total capital investment (TCI) and production cost (TPC) of $10,756,132.97 and $13,977,351.97, respectively. Based on this simulation, the other parameter values, including NPV, ROI, and PoT, were $15,387,688.72, 68%, and 2.27 years, respectively. These results indicate that the establishment of hydrogen production in Indonesia using fermentation technology and agricultural waste is economically viable.
Environmental Management Accounting Information and Environmental Performance, the Mediating Effect of Environmental Decision Quality
Authors: Asa'd Mutasim , Ahmad Wan Norhayati Wan , Ayoup Hazeline
Published: March 2024

In recent times, there has been a heightened focus from both governments and societies towards evaluating Organisations’ Environmental Performance (OEP). Environmental Management Accounting (EMA) is pivotal in elevating OEP as it offers a holistic perspective to elucidate the environmental impacts and associated costs of diverse business activities. This research delves into the dynamic interplay between EMA information and the OEP. The study entails the administration of a questionnaire to Jordanian organisations listed on the Amman Stock Exchange. The research adopts the Resource-Based View Theory. The study establishes statistically significant positive connections between these variables by employing partial least square structural equation modelling (SEM) for data analysis. Central to this investigation is identifying Environmental Decision Quality (EDQ) as a mediating capability. This capability is the mechanism for translating the relationship between EMA information and OEP. This finding underscores the pivotal role of in-formed decision-making in converting such information into tangible improvements in environmental performance. The research makes a notable contribution by expanding the understanding of EMA, highlighting its informational value beyond merely the practice considerations. Moreover, findings provide invaluable guidance for policymakers and regulatory bodies striving to promote sustainable business practices, especially pertinent in the context of developing nations.
Accelerating Renewable Energy Integration in Energy Planning Considering the PV Techno-Economics and Hourly Profile, Case Study: Indonesian Power Sector
Authors: Muthahhari Ahmad Adhiim , Nugraha Candra Febri , Fauzan Naufal Hilmi , Subekti Lukman , Budi Rizki Firmansyah Setya
Published: March 2024

In planning for the generation capacity expansion planning, it is crucial to consider the economics of scale and the availability of primary energy sources. Solar power generation or PV PP is a plant that is very dependent on the availability of solar irradiance and land. To achieve Net Zero Emission by 2060, the Indonesian government aims to increase PV capacity to 4.68 GW. To support the accelerated integration of PV power plants into the electrical system and fulfill economic and sustainable aspects, the ideal capacity of PV power plants needs to be considered. This study involves optimization and comparison with various scenarios to determine the optimal combination for PV power plant planning. In the optimization process, Mixed Integer Linear Programming (MILP) is used, assuming a load of 100 MW and various PV profiles. Based on the optimization results, to meet a 100 MW load, 138 MW of PV power plants are required, with a configuration of 125 MW for large-scale PV PP, 10 MW for medium-scale PV PP, and 3 MW for rooftop PV PP. The total cost needed is 11,445 thousand dollars, with an levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) of 4.75 c$/kWh. This value is significantly lower compared to other scenarios. To supply for 24 h, PV PP can utilize BESS, with an LCOE reaching 7.79 c$/kWh when optimal capacity and generation are achieved. The recommendation for determining the capacity of PV PP is to use the large-scale capacity scheme, both for daytime supply systems and for the 24-h scheme.
Interconnected Forces: Analyzing Urbanization, Economic Growth, Energy Consumption, and Forest Area in the Top 10 Populous Nations’ CO2 Emissions
Authors: Pujiati Amin , Rahman Yozi Aulia , Kistanti Nurjannah Rahayu , Nihayah Annis Nurfitriana , Nabila Nur Amalia
Published: March 2024

Economic progress is often seen as a means to enhance living standards, yet it often comes with an unintended consequence: a decline in environmental well-being. This research seeks to validate the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) theory within the top 10 most populous nations and scrutinize the impact of urbanization, economic advancement, energy usage, and forest coverage on CO2 emissions. Utilizing data sourced from the World Development Indicator spanning from 2000 to 2019, this study employed a robust analytical approach known as the generalized method of moments (GMM) dynamic panel data, validated through Sargan and Arellano-Bond tests. The findings affirmed that economic growth, energy consumption, and forest area exerted significant influence on carbon dioxide emissions, aligning with the EKC hypothesis. However, contrary to expectation, urbanization didn't display a discernible impact on emissions, likely due to well-integrated transportation systems and higher educational standards prevalent in urban settings. This underscores the necessity for a sustainable economic growth strategy, advocating for industries with minimal pollution and eco-friendly products conducive to easy recycling. Furthermore, initiatives aimed at expanding forested areas should consider innovative techniques like vertical garden-based reforestation.