bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Factors influencing the adoption of AI-based technology in agriculture
Authors:   , Munive Velasquez Francisco Javier
Published: November 2024

[EMBARGOED UNTIL 08/01/2025] The global agricultural sector faces increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices, making the integration of digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) critical for achieving food security and addressing the impacts of climate change. This thesis investigates the factors influencing the adoption of AI-based agricultural technologies, with a specific focus on an AI-based pest detection app. It employs both qualitative and quantitative approaches to examine preferences and willingness to pay (WTP) for various attributes of the technology among U.S. Midwestern farmers. Through a translational research process involving researchers, extension specialists, farmers, and commodity groups, the study identifies key attributes impacting technology adoption. Results from focus groups reveal that ease of use, data ownership, and increase in net returns per acre are the top attributes influencing technology adoption. This qualitative exploration informs the design of a Discrete Choice Experiment (DCE) aimed at eliciting farmers' valuation for various attributes of the pest detection app, including data governance, degree of autonomy, technical support, and yearly subscription costs. Results from the choice experiment, conducted among 104 Midwestern farmers, reveal a certain degree of heterogeneity in farmers' valuations, particularly for non-price attributes. While price significantly impacts farmers' likelihood of adopting the pest detection app, none of the non-price attributes seem to have an impact on the probability of adopting the technology. The WTP estimates indicate significant variation in preferences for non-price attributes such as data governance, degree of autonomy, and technical support, suggesting diverse valuations among farmers. The findings from this thesis underscore the importance of continuous researcher-stakeholder engagement and the need for tailored interventions to address the diverse preferences and challenges farmers face. By examining factors that influence adoption decisions, the study provides valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to promote broader adoption of AI-based technologies in agriculture, enhancing productivity and sustainability in the sector.
The Psychometric Properties Analysis of the Persian Emotion-focused Regulation Questionnaire
Authors:   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities University of Science and Culture, Tehran, Iran., Noroozi Mohadeseh , Kachoui Mohsen ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities University of Science and Culture, Tehran, Iran., Behzadpoor Samaneh ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities University of Science and Culture, Tehran, Iran., Farahani Hojatollah ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
Published: November 2024

Objective: Emotions and emotion regulation strategies (ERSs) have a determinant role in maintaining people’s mental health. The emotion focused regulation questionnaire (EFRQ) is a new process tool based on a process model that demonstrates a replicable structure consisting of five emotion-focused strategies (EFS) (distraction, brooding, acceptance, cognitive rethinking (reflection and reappraisal), rumination, and expressive suppression (ES). Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the psychometric properties analysis of the EFRQ scale in Iranian society. Methods: The current study was descriptive. The sample of the present study included 300 Iranian adults who were selected using the convenience sampling method. The Persian version of the scale was implemented along with the difficulties in emotion regulation scale (DERS) and emotion regulation questionnaire (ERQ). To check the validity of the ERQ, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and convergent and divergent validity were used by calculating the Pearson correlation. Cronbach’s α coefficient method was also used to check its reliability. Results: The results of the CFA indicated the fit and desirability of the five-factor model. The significant correlations between this scale (EFRQ) and the DERS and ERQ confirmed the divergent and convergent validity of this scale. Internal consistency reliability (ICR) confirmed the EFRQ reliability with Cronbach’s α coefficients ranging from 0.83 to 0.85. Additionally, the values of Cronbach’s α coefficient and McDonald’s omega of all the factors of the new scale were higher than 0.7, which indicates the validity of this scale in Iranian society. Conclusion: The psychometric properties analysis of the Persian EFRQ showed suitable results. This scale can be used to measure people’s adaptive and maladaptive coping strategies and also as a reliable scale in clinical or research projects.
Subtitle Translation Strategy: Cross-Cultural Translation of Japanese Kuso's Profanity Words
Authors: Barus Murniati Br
Published: November 2024

The translation of subtitles in an animation is crucial for understanding the message sent to the viewer. The objective of this research is to determine effective methods for translating Japanese kuso profanities into Indonesian. The utilized data is sourced from Hakyu anime, which prominently features a substantial amount of obscenity, particularly the term "kuso". The data was gathered through the process of observing films and recording instances of just swearing. Subsequently, it is categorized based on its classification. The data analysis reveals that three procedures are employed in the translation of kuso's profane words into Indonesian. Kuso's profane terms are translated as 'excrement,' 'condemn,' 'contemptible person,' and even the intensifier 'very.' The study findings indicate that kuso profanity words are used in informal contexts, directed not only toward the listener but also towards oneself.
Social Interaction among Religious Members in the Taekwondo Sibayak Club Organization
Authors: Siregar Sindi Septi Claudia
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this research is to determine the social interactions between religious communities that exist in a social organization, namely the Taekwondo Sibayak Club Organization. This research uses an ethnographic research method with a qualitative approach. This type of research is a case study, which is analytical-descriptive in the form of written words or direct quotations from observed speech and behavior. Researchers used data collection techniques in the form of observations carried out to observe behavior and phenomena that occurred in the Sibayak Club Taekwondo Organization. Researchers also conducted in-depth interviews using previously prepared methods and documentation. The results of this research show that social interaction between religious communities in the Taekwondo Sibayak Club Organization is established through activities and activities between followers of the Christian and Islamic religions such as sharing takjil, affirming sidi, breaking the fast, carrying out evening prayers, church services, New Year's gatherings, Eid al-Fitr gatherings, weddings, mourning, thanksgiving for entering a new house, and praying according to one's own beliefs.
Con sus charros cibernéticos. Un paseo por la música electrónica en México
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, Vargas Barraza Juan Antonio
Published: November 2024

El texto explora la evolución de la música electrónica en México desde sus inicios en los años 20, influenciada por las vanguardias y la experimentación musical, hasta las dos primeras décadas del siglo XXI. Durante las décadas de 1920 a 1960, la música electrónica mantuvo una trayectoria teórica y experimental, pero en los años 60, la influencia del rock y la contracultura comenzaron a fusionarse con elementos experimentales y populares. A medida que los instrumentos electrónicos se hicieron más accesibles en los años 70 y 80, se incorporaron a diversos géneros, incluyendo la cumbia, que adoptó sintetizadores y evolucionó hacia la electrocumbia. El texto destaca a pioneros como Jorge Reyes y Luis Pérez, así como propuestas contemporáneas como Acid Cabaret y Nortec, reflejando la evolución hacia un sonido nacional y global. Además, se reconocen las contribuciones de mujeres en la escena electrónica mexicana, que hoy tiene una notable presencia internacional.
Nghiên cứu bào chế viên ngậm cứng chứa cao Thường xuân
Authors: Nguyễn Đức Hạnh , Đặng Nhật Nguyệt Như , Đỗ Quang Dương
Published: November 2024

Đặt vấn đề: Thường xuân (TX) là dược liệu có tác dụng điều trị ho và kháng viêm. Đề tài nghiên cứu bào chế viên ngậm cứng chứa cao TX có độ ẩm, tỷ lệ hút ẩm và nhiệt độ chuyển dịch kính tối ưu để hạn chế tình trạng dễ hút ẩm và kết tinh lại của viên ngậm cứng.

Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Thành phần công thức viên ngậm cứng placebo được chọn dựa trên việc khảo sát hiện tượng kết tinh lại khi điều chế, tỷ lệ hút ẩm và cảm quan viên ngậm trong thử nghiệm hút ẩm. Mối liên quan nhân quả và tối ưu hóa công thức, thông số quy trình điều chế viên ngậm cứng chứa cao TX được nghiên cứu sử dụng phần mềm Design-Expert và BCPharSoft OPT. Các biến độc lập gồm tỷ lệ tá dược lactose, sucrose và nhiệt độ kết thúc gia nhiệt. Các biến phụ thuộc gồm tỷ lệ hút ẩm, nhiệt độ chuyển dịch kính và độ ẩm của viên ngậm cứng.

Kết quả: Phối hợp giữa isomalt và lactose trong viên ngậm placebo đã hạn chế hiện tượng kết tinh lại của lactose trong quá trình điều chế. Lactose làm giảm sự hút ẩm của viên ngậm tốt hơn tá dược isomalt và sucrose. Mối liên quan nhân quả giữa các biến độc lập và biến phụ thuộc được xây dựng. Viên ngậm cứng chứa cao TX tối ưu được xác định và kiểm chứng chứa 36 % lactose, 5% sucrose và nhiệt độ kết thúc gia nhiệt là 155 ºC.

Kết luận: Nghiên cứu đã điều chế thành công viên ngậm cứng chứa cao TX. Kết quả nghiên cứu có thể làm tiền đề cho việc nghiên cứu phát triển sản phẩm viên ngậm cứng chứa cao TX.

Từ khóa: Thường xuân, viên ngậm cứng, tối ưu hóa, liên quan nhân quả
Experimentally-induced low flows reveal climate change may shrink trophic niches of mountain stream predators.
Authors: Cowell Ashley , Leathers Kyle , de Mendoza Guillermo , Dwyer Grace , Herbst David , Ruhi Albert
Published: November 2024

Climate change is projected to decrease snowpack and advance snowmelt in mountain ranges globally–including in California’s Sierra Nevada, where streamflow in snow-dominated rivers is expected to peak up to 2 months earlier, and remain in baseflow conditions for extended periods of time. Predators may be particularly sensitive to low flows, owing to their larger body sizes, higher metabolic demands, and longer lifespans. Experimental manipulations can help understand mechanistic links between future hydroclimates and stream predator persistence, fitness, or behavior–allowing us to anticipate how whole food webs are likely to respond to snow droughts. Here, we experimentally examined how the trophic ecology of predatory macroinvertebrates will respond to extended low flows expected under climate change. To this end, we manipulated flow regimes in a set of outdoor, large-scale artificial streams in the Sierra Nevada to produce a current flow regime and two future regimes that advanced low-flow conditions by three and six weeks, respectively. We sampled and performed stable isotope analysis on the macroinvertebrate community, focusing on three predatory taxa, i.e., Perlidae stoneflies (Plecoptera), Rhyacophila caddisflies (Trichoptera), and Turbellaria flatworms, as well as non-predatory invertebrates (n = 310 samples across eight taxa). We examined the isotopic signals (δ15N and δ13C) of these predators, and quantified how trophic niche areas, trophic positions, and energy sources (i.e., algal vs. detrital-derived energy) varied seasonally and across low-flow treatments. We found no change in reliance on algal (‘green’) vs. detrital (‘brown’) energy pathways following extended low flows. However, low flows did compress the trophic niches of predatory taxa, with variable responses across taxa and treatments. Predatory taxa exhibited changes in niche areas similar in magnitude and direction to other feeding groups, but they were the only group that was severely impacted by the most extreme low-flow treatment (62% niche compression). Further, gut content analysis showed that Perlidae stoneflies had fewer prey items in their guts under extended low flows. Our experiment suggests that climate-driven low flows will likely shift invertebrate predators’ diets, and thus food-web structure, in Sierra Nevada streams. However, species-specific dietary changes illustrate the importance of response diversity, and thus the need to preserve diverse alpine stream assemblages in the face of future hydroclimates.
CFD and predictive modeling of temperature and calcination in a rotary lime kiln – Potential for steadier kiln operation
Authors: RYAN JAROD , BUSSMAN MARKUS , DEMARTINI NIKOLAI
Published: November 2024

Rotary lime kilns are used in the pulp and paper industry to calcine lime mud to lime. Lime kiln models provide a means to understand the complex phenomena occurring within the kiln to aid in problem-solving during operation.
A two-dimensional (2D) computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and one-dimensional (1D) bed model was previously developed for steady-state and transient analysis. This study explores data extracted from the model over a longer time period. The simulated outlet gas and shell temperature are compared to measured data for validation. The capability of using the model to estimate the production rate, accounting for the residence time within the kiln, is discussed. The maximum refractory wall temperature is analyzed during operation. Fluctuations in the calcination location are compared to outer shell heat-map data to correlate the calcination location and ring formation and growth.
The model results to date indicate that fluctuations in the calcination zone may contribute to problematic ring growth, though a direct correlation has yet to be established. Additionally, a method for steadier kiln control is introduced and discussed. A machine learning model is also developed to predict the calcination start location from industrial data and is compared to the CFD model for validation. This model can generate results quickly and without the need for knowledge in CFD software and theory. Good agreement is found between the CFD and machine learning model during operation, with a mean absolute error (MAE) of 0.46 m, a mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) of 0.92%, and a root mean square error (RMSE) of 1.17 m.
PENGARUH HEAT INPUT PADA PENGELASAN COMBINE GTAW-SMAW DISSIMILLAR MATERIAL BAJA AISI 1045 DENGAN SS 304 TERHADAP SIFAT MEKANIK
Authors: Fauzi Yusuf Rizal , Heka Akbar Ela
Published: November 2024

Pertumbuhan dan Perkembangan teknologi di bidang konstruksi yang semakin maju dan pesat, tidak dapat dipisahkan dari proses penyambungan logam yang sejenis atau penyambungan logam tak sejenis. Pengelasan dissimilar ini menggunakan baja tahan karat AISI 1045 dan baja karbon SS 304 dengan ukuran 200 x 200 x 6 mm. Metode pengelasan menggunakan GTAW dengan filler metal ER 309 L berdiameter 2,4 mm pada root pass dan untuk hot pass menggunakan SMAW dengan elektroda LB 52U diameter 3,6. Pengelasan dissimilar bertujuan untuk memahami sifat mekanik yang terpengaruhi oleh heat input. Penelitian ini memvariasikan heat input 1,08 kJ/mm dan heat input 0,83 kJ/mm. Pengujian yang dilakukan pengamatan struktur mikro, uji tarik dan uji kekerasan. Hasil uji tarik semua patahan terjadi pada base metal SS 304 dengan nilai rata rata 886 MPa. Hasil uji kekerasan menunjukan bahwa titik fusion line nilai kekerasannya lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan base metal. Pada pengamatan struktur mikro daerah fusion line SS 304 memiliki fasa ferit dan perlit, untuk daerah weld metal memiliki fasa ferit, austenit dan dendritik, pada bagian fusion line AISI 1045 memiliki fasa ferit dan austenit. Pengaruh heat input ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa heat input berpengaruh terhadap HAZ dan fusion line karena meningkatnya nilai kekerasan.
Kata Kunci: dissimilar, Heat Input
الوعي السياسي للشباب العماني من خلال منصات التواصل الاجتماعي
Authors: فوزية بنت عبد الله الشحية  , د.عبدالسلام أندلوسي
Published: November 2024

تتزايد أهمية منصات التواصل الاجتماعي في عصرنا الحالي كوسيلة للتواصل والتفاعل بين الأفراد، خاصة في سياق القضايا السياسية، في سلطنة عمان، يبرز تويتر كأداة محورية تتيح للشباب التعبير عن آرائهم وتوجهاتهم السياسية، مما يعكس تحولاً ملحوظاً في طرق المشاركة السياسية والتفاعل مع القضايا الوطنية، تستكشف  هذه الدراسة تأثير تويتر على توجهات الشباب العماني السياسية ومشاركتهم في النقاشات السياسية، مع التركيز على مدى تأثير هذه المنصة على وعيهم السياسي واهتماماتهم.
تتسم طبيعة السياسة العمانية بتعقيدات عديدة، حيث يسعى الشباب إلى الانخراط في الحياة السياسية بطريقة تتناسب مع تطلعاتهم وآمالهم. تلقي الدراسة الضوء على كيفية استخدام الشباب لتويتر كوسيلة للتواصل ومشاركة المعلومات، وتبادل الأفكار حول القضايا المحلية التي تمس حياتهم اليومية، مما يساهم في تعزيز روح المشاركة والانتماء، وتشير النتائج الأولية إلى أن الشباب يفضلون متابعة القضايا السياسية المحلية أكثر من القضايا الدولية، مما يعكس اهتمامهم المباشر بالتحديات والفرص التي تواجه مجتمعهم.
علاوة على ذلك، توفر هذه الدراسة رؤية تحليلية حول الدور التعليمي والتوعوي لتويتر، حيث يعتبر منصة فريدة لنشر الأخبار والمعلومات التحليلية، مما يسهم في رفع مستوى الوعي السياسي بين الشباب، ومع ذلك فإن المشاركة السياسية عبر تويتر ليست خالية من التحديات، حيث يواجه الشباب عقبات تتعلق بالرقابة وحرية التعبير. لذلك، تبرز أهمية فهم توجهاتهم واحتياجاتهم من قبل الجهات المسؤولة لتوجيه السياسات بشكل يتناسب مع تطلعاتهم.
تستند الدراسة إلى بيانات تم جمعها خلال الفترة من يناير إلى أبريل 2022، وتوصي بإجراء مزيد من الأبحاث لفهم الأبعاد المختلفة لتأثير وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على الحياة السياسية للشباب العماني، وسبل تعزيز التواصل والمشاركة الفعالة في هذا السياق.
Arqueología y entornos digitales en la enseñanza patrimonial. El caso del sudoeste bonaerense argentino
Authors: Oliva Camila
Published: November 2024

A partir de las experiencias educativas en entornos digitales realizadas por el Centro de Estudios Arqueológicos Regionales (UNLP-UNR), se presenta un aporte al debate en torno al uso y abuso de las herramientas digitales.  Esta metodología ha sido implementada desde el año 2015, se destacan aspectos positivos y negativos del uso de plataformas virtuales.
Analysis of The Impact of Placements In Bi, Securities, and Loans Disbursed on Net Income of Banks Listed on The Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Macia Sari Maya , Aulia Aulia , Dhia Naaura Fara
Published: November 2024

This study aims to test and find out more clearly how “Analysis of the Effect of Placement on Bi, Securities and Disbursed Loans on Net Income at Banks Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange”. This study uses quantitative methods involving 19 companies with an observation period of 2020-2023. Based on the partial research results, it is concluded that the BI Placement variable has a partially positive and significant effect on Net Income. Securities have no significant effect on Net Income. Disbursed Loans has a positive and significant effect on Net Income. While simultaneously Placement of BI, Securities and Loans have a significant effect on Net Income. The contribution of influence amounted to 88.8%.  The results are in line with the principles of Stewardship Theory. Bank managers who act as good stewards will manage assets prudentially, comply with regulations, consider risk and return aspects, and prioritize the long-term growth and success of the company.
Tax Avoidance of Mining Sector Companies Registered on The Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Melisa Dwi Kirnanda  , Trisni Suryarini  , Nur Anita
Published: November 2024

This study aims to test and analyze the effect of deferred tax burden, thin capitalization, and financial distress on tax avoidance with managerial ownership as a moderating variable. It uses a quantitative approach. The population is mining companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2019-2022. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling, which produces a sample of 73 analysis units. Data collection uses documentation techniques. Data analysis uses panel data regression and moderated regression analysis (MRA) with the Eviews 12 program as the analysis tool. The results of this study indicate that deferred tax burden does not affect tax avoidance; thin capitalization negatively affects tax avoidance, while financial distress positively impacts tax avoidance. Managerial ownership cannot moderate the effect of deferred tax burden and financial distress on tax avoidance. Managerial ownership can weaken the impact of thin capitalization on tax avoidance. The novelty is adding the deferred tax burden variable as an independent variable and choosing managerial ownership as a moderating variable. The financial distress variable is measured using the springate model.
SKRINING FITOKIMIA SPONS LAUT (Forcepia Sp) SEBAGAI SUMBER POTENSIAL SENYAWA ANTIOKSIDAN ALAMI UNTUK KESEHATAN DAN KOSMETIK
Authors: Febrianty Marisca , Fiskia Ermalyanti , Fiskia Ermalyanti , A. Disi Muhammad Zulfian , A. Disi Muhammad Zulfian , Sadik Fahmi , Sadik Fahmi , Nur Amran , Nur Amran
Published: November 2024

Indonesia, dikenal sebagai negara dengan banyak kepulauan dan juga sumber daya alam yang kaya, memiliki ekosistem terumbu karang yang mendukung keberagaman hayati laut. Spons laut, khususnya dari genus Forcepia, menjadi fokus penelitian ini karena potensi bioaktifnya yang belum dioptimalkan pemanfaatannya. Penelitian ini ditujukan guna mengidentifikasi senyawa bioaktif, khususnya senyawa antioksidan, melalui uji fitokimia. Metode yang diterapkan adalah ekstraksi maserasi bersama pelarut etanol 96%, diikuti dengan pengujian alkaloid, flavonoid, saponin, dan tanin. Hasil uji menunjukkan keberadaan alkaloid (ditandai dengan endapan positif pada pereaksi Mayer, Bouchardat, dan Dragendorf), flavonoid (perubahan warna ungu dengan pereaksi FeCl₃), saponin (terbentuknya busa stabil), dan tanin (warna biru-hitam dengan FeCl₃). Temuan ini mengindikasikan bahwa Spons laut (Forcepia sp) mengandung senyawa bioaktif yang dapat menjadi sumber antioksidan alami. Penelitian lebih lanjut diperlukan untuk mengeksplorasi aktivitas antioksidan dan mekanisme kerja senyawa- senyawa ini dalam sistem biologi.
Empowering High School Students through Financial Planning Education at SMAN 5 Parepare, South Sulawesi
Authors: Ekasasmita Wahyuni , Rahmi Nur , Maratuttahirah Maratuttahirah , Miftahulkhairah Miftahulkhairah , Fajri S Ahmad , Sarmila Sarmila , Putri Anggita
Published: November 2024

This community service aimed to empower high school students by providing education on financial planning at Senior High School 5 Pare pare, South Sulawesi. The methods employed included interactive workshops, presentations, and hands-on activities designed to enhance students’ understanding of financial literacy, budgeting, and savings. Pre-test and post-test assessments were administered to measure the participants' financial literacy levels before and after the intervention. The results demonstrated a significant increase in students’ awareness and knowledge of managing personal finances, as reflected in post-workshop surveys and group discussions. Participants showed an improved ability to plan and prioritize their financial goals, contributing to their overall preparedness for future financial challenges. This initiative effectively promoted responsible financial behavior among students.
Pendampingan Diversifikasi Pangan Berbasis Olahan Limbah Jagung Bernilai Ekonomis pada Sekolah Dasar Daerah Perbatasan : Implementasi Ekonomi Sirkular dalam Bingkai Projek P5
Authors: Jewarut Siprianus , Usman Usman , Usman Margaretha Lidya Sumarni , Melati Felisitas Viktoria
Published: November 2024

This community service aims to improve the knowledge and skills of participants in implementing a circular economy through mentoring food diversification based on processed corn waste with economic value within the framework of the P5 project. Participants in the implementation of this mentoring amounted to 188 people consisting of high and low-grade students at SDN 01 Bengkayang, West Kalimantan. The implementation of this community service uses a mentoring method with cycle stages, where each cycle is evaluated. The results of this community service show that 75% of partners understand the material and stages of mentoring. In addition, 70% of partners have good skills. This shows that the mentoring process that has been carried out can improve the knowledge and skills of partners in implementing a circular economy through mentoring food diversification based on processed corn waste with economic value within the framework of the P5 project.
Peningkatan Kapasitas Masyarakat dalam Menggunakan Teknologi Tepat Guna Mesin Pencacah untuk Mendukung Ekowisata Desa Tempurejo Kabupaten Kediri
Authors: Santoso Agus Muji , Istiqlaliyah Hesty , Ramadhani Risky Aswi , Primandiri Poppy Rahmatika , Utami Budhi , Budiretnani Dwi Ari , Sulistiono Sulistiono , Herawati Elysabeth , Rahmawati Ida , Sulistiyowati Tutut Indah , Zubaidah Siti , Okvitasari Astri Rino , Arganata Febryan Dimas , Insani Gilang Taufan , Fahriza M Raffi , Nadzifah Bintang Khoirun
Published: November 2024

This community service activity aims to increase the community's knowledge and skills in using chopping machines, which is a basic skill in managing litter and agricultural waste into compost and processing livestock forage into silage. Service activities were carried out in Tempurejo village, Kediri Regency with a total of 36 partners. The method used in this service is an empowerment based on collaborative participation. The activity stages follow the community empowerment implementation model, namely ODSIMED (Observation, Development, Socialisation, Implementation, Monitoring, Evaluation and Desemination). The instrument used to measure community knowledge and skills is a questionnaire and the data is analyzed quantitatively. The results of this service show that partners (1) are able to determine chopped materials for making compost or silage, achieving an average skill score of 3.27, (2) are able to differentiate the function of each part of the machine, achieving an average skill score of 3.30, (3) able to turn on and turn off the machine with a partner skill score reaching 3.20, (4) able to produce various forms of shreds both for compost and silage making purposes achieving an average score of 3.50, (5) able to calculate production capacity reaching the average skill score is 3.40, and (6) being able to carry out maintenance on machines reaches an average skill score of 2.80.
Mentoring on PESTEL Strategy and SWOT Analysis for KADIN Kota Bandung's MSMEs to Enhance Digital Transformation
Authors: Asmara Maisa Azizah , Ferdiansyah Fahmi Reza , Rozak Abdul , Sabila Sherly Nur , Rizal Muhammad Khoerul , Aprila Dikri Sillmi , Buchori Akbar
Published: November 2024

This community service program aims to enhance the competitiveness of MSMEs through the implementation of digital transformation, PESTEL strategies, and SWOT analysis, as well as the development of digital marketing capabilities. Additionally, this program seeks to boost the confidence of MSME entrepreneurs under the guidance of KADIN Kota Bandung in achieving economic independence. The methods used include counseling and mentoring, focusing on increasing the participants' understanding of business strategies and their practical application. The evaluation instrument used is a questionnaire, and the data analysis technique involves quantitative analysis through descriptive statistics to assess the Likert scale-based responses, aimed at comparing pre-test and post-test results. As a result, participants' comprehension of PESTEL, SWOT strategies, and digital transformation improved significantly. MSMEs were able to identify both external and internal factors for strategic planning, and they became more prepared to adopt digital technologies to enhance business efficiency and innovation. This training provides a comprehensive strategic foundation for the growth of MSMEs in the digital era.
Penerapan Data Mining Untuk Analisis Stunting Pada Balita
Authors: Sari Rahayu Mayang , Rizka Ade , Putri Nadya Andhika , Efriana Amanda
Published: November 2024

Gizi yang baik sangat diperlukan oleh tubuh manusia, khususnya pada balita yang proses perkembangannya sangat cepat. Monitoring tumbuh kembang pada balita sangatlah penting guna menentukan kualitas hidup, Psikis dan masa depan balita. Proses monitoring dapat dilakukan dengan cara kerja sama antara orang tua dan pemerintah, khususnya Bidan dan kader Posyandu secara rutin setiap periode. Tumbuh dan kembang balita dapat dilihat dengan indikator BB/TB, TB/U, BB/U, kemudian disimpan dalam data Kartu Menuju Sehat (KMS) sebagai gambaran pada orang tua untuk benar-benar memperhatikan balitanya. Hal tersebut bertujuan untuk memonitoring tumbuh kembang balita setiap bulannya. pada kasus Stunting Gizi pada balita proses Clustering menggunakan metode K-Means memiliki akurasi yang rendah sehingga kurang tepat jika digunakan. Akan lebih efektif bila menggunakan metode Clustering yang lain sehingga nilai akurasi yang diperoleh lebih tinggi guna mempermudah kinerja Bidan atau kader Posyandu dalam proses proses pengelompokan data balita yang mengalami Gizi baik, Gizi sedang, Gizi kurang dan Gizi buruk.
Pengaruh Return On Asset, Return On Equity, Dan Earning Per Share Terhadap Return Saham Pada Perusahaan Manufaktur Yang Terdaftar Di BEI
Authors: Pane Mimi Meriami Br
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh return on asset (X1), return on equity (X2), dan earning per share (X3) berpengaruh terhadap return saham (Y) pada perusahaan manufaktur sub sektor otomotif yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2016-2021 Populasi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah perusahaan manufaktur sub sektor otomotif. Penelitian ini memakai sampling jenuh (Sensus) dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 7 perusahaan. Teknik analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan analisis desktiptif, analisis asumsi klasik, analisis regresi linier berganda, dengan pengujian hipotesis menggunakan uji -t dan uji F. Hasil penelitian menujukkan bahwa : (1) secara parsial variabel return on asset (X1) berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap return saham. (2) secara parsial variabel return on equity (X2) berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap return saham. (3) secara parsial variabel earning per share (X3) tidak berpengaruh positif dan tidak signifikan terhadap return saham. (4) secara simultan variabel return on asset (X1), return on equity (X2) dan earning per share (X3) berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap return saham.
Analisa Performansi Ujian Online Berbasis Website Dengan Arsitektur Lightweight Kubernetes (K3S)
Authors: Noor Arief Sofyan , Prasetyo Arief , Mashudi Irsyad Arif , Nugraha Bagas Setya Dian
Published: November 2024

Ujian merupakan sebuah cara untuk melakukan evaluasi dari penyerapan murid dalam suatu kegiatan pembelajaran. Ujian berbasis komputer dinilai lebih efisien karena cukup menghemat waktu dalam hal pengkoreksian. Hal ini karena jawaban ujian dikoreksi secara otomatis oleh komputer pada saat ujian selesai dilakukan. Salah satu cara menerapkan ujian online berbasis website adalah dengan menggunakan aplikasi TCExam. Namun implementasi ujian tulis berbasis komputer tidak semudah yang dibayangkan. Ujian tulis berbasis komputer membutuhkan sumber daya server yang cukup besar jika peserta ujian yang melakukan ujian secara bersama-sama cukup banyak. Server sebagai tempat komputasi tidaklah murah. Oleh karena itu perlu adanya alternatif alat komputasi lain yang harganya relatif lebih murah. Single Board Computer (SBC), merupakan alternatif komputasi yang yang lebih murah. Namun dikarenakan kemampuan yang dimiliki SBC tunggal tidak sebesar server maka perlu untuk menggabungkan beberapa SBC dalam sebuah arsitektur cluster. Lightweight Kubernetes k3s merupakan arsitektur claster yang dapat berjalan pada hampir semua arsitektur yang ada. Salah satunya arsitektur yang didukung adalah arsitektur ARM yang dimiliki oleh Single Board Computer (SBC). Penelitian ini menggunakan 4 buah SBC yang disusun dalam arsitektur lightweight Kubernetes (k3s). Hasil pengujian menunjukkan bahwa dengan konfigurasi 1 node master dan 3 node worker didapatkan kestabilan maksimal jumlah user sebanyak 100 user dengan maksimum respon time 460ms.
Optimalisasi Seleksi Siswa Teladan: Perpaduan AHP dan TOPSIS dalam Sistem Pendukung Keputusan
Authors: Ratsanjani M. Hasyim , Devi Fitri Mutiara , Zuraida Vit , Sukmana Septian Enggar
Published: November 2024

Program pemilihan siswa teladan di suatu sekolah umumnya memiliki tujuan untuk mencetak lulusan berprestasi dan memilih perwakilan siswa untuk mengikuti suatu kompetisi tingkat lokal maupun nasional. Akan tetapi seringkali pemilihan siswa teladan tersebut dihadapkan pada tantangan subjektivitas. Penilaian yang terlalu bergantung pada persepsi pribadi dan kurangnya kriteria yang dapat menghasilkan keputusan yang tidak adil dan akurat. Untuk mengatasi masalah ini, penelitian ini mengusulkan sebuah solusi inovatif berupa suatu sistem pendukung keputusan yang memanfaatkan data dan metode kuantitatif untuk membuat proses pemilihan menjadi lebih objektif dan transparan. Dengan menggunakan metode Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), sistem ini mampu menentukan bobot pentingnya setiap kriteria penilaian, seperti prestasi akademik, keaktifan, kedisiplinan, keberanian, serta perilaku. Kemudian, metode Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) digunakan untuk merangking siswa berdasarkan kriteria-kriteria tersebut. Dengan adanya sistem ini, diharapkan proses pemilihan siswa teladan di sekolah dapat menjadi lebih efisien, akurat, dan bebas dari bias personal. Selain itu, sistem ini juga dapat memberikan motivasi yang lebih besar bagi siswa untuk berprestasi di berbagai bidang. Hasil pengujian User Acceptance Test(UAT) menunjukkan bahwa sistem ini telah berhasil memenuhi harapan pengguna sebesar 87% dalam hal objektivitas . Hal ini berarti, keputusan yang dihasilkan oleh sistem lebih dapat diandalkan dan mencerminkan penilaian yang lebih adil.
Courageous, Fearful, Bureaucratic, and Quantum Organizational Types, and Personal Ethics
Authors: Parmer Lucinda
Published: November 2024

Integrating the perspective of the values in action classification theory (Peterson & Seligman, 2004), which asserts that personal attributes, such as fearlessness, authenticity, enthusiasm, and perseverance, create courage, and the deontological theory of ethics (Kant, 1996), which posits that what is wrong for one person to do is wrong for anyone and that morality is for everybody, this research examined four organizational types—courageous, fearful, bureaucratic, and quantum—to determine their effects on ethical behavior. The type of organization an employee works in can influence ethical behavior regarding supporting fairness and dignity, advocating for personal beliefs, challenging discrimination, defending colleagues’ rights, empowering underrepresented voices, and championing meritocracy and inclusivity (Kilmann et al., 2002). A statistically significant difference between fearful and quantum organizations was identified. This research affirms that individuals who worked in fearful organizations rated lower on personal ethics than those in quantum organizations, who rated higher on personal ethics. Furthermore, ethnicity emerged as the only statistically significant socio-demographic variable regarding the relationship between organizational type and personal ethics.
A Novel Approach for Reducing Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections in Intermittent Catheter Users
Authors:   ICET Inc., 916 Pleasant St. Unit 12, Norwood, MA 02062., Shantha Sarangapani , Hopke Katherine ,   ICET Inc., 916 Pleasant St. Unit 12, Norwood, MA 02062.
Published: November 2024

Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) are a recurring problem for individuals with neurogenic bladder who rely on frequent intermittent catheterization. Dysbiosis of the urine microbiome, characterized by the presence of pathogenic organisms and insufficient levels of Lactobacilli, is common in this population. We propose that introducing beneficial Lactobacilli via a catheter lubricant could act as a prophylactic "live barrier" to enhance beneficial bacteria in the urethra. The IC TF1 Catheter Lubricant gel discussed in this study is a freshly prepared viscous gel composed of sterile gelling components and a dry Lactobacillus Rhamnosus spp. powder. The gel prepared on- site by simple mixing, is usable for 24 hours with predictable and precise viability counts. Our investigation focuses on the design, physical attributes, manufacturability with quality control criteria, stability of probiotic viability, antimicrobial properties, cellular toxicity, and tissue compatibility of the IC TF1 gel. The gel demonstrates promising physical properties and biocompatibility, leading to the need for further pre-clinical and human trials to assess its safety and effectiveness in reducing pathogenic urethral colonization. The localized delivery of probiotic supplementation through catheter lubrication has the potential to enhance the well-being of individuals with neurogenic bladder and aid in the management of CAUTI.
On the Atomic Structure
Authors:   Weifang Engineering Vocational College (Weifang Educational College), Qingzhou City, Shandong Weifang, 262500-China., Wang Xiao En ,   Zhaoqing KAIST battery material Co., Ltd. Gaoyao District of Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province, 526100-China.
Published: November 2024

In recent years, it has been recognized that treatment of the spectral problem should be associated with closed orbits. This paper proves that the closed orbit obtained by Bohr using numerical algebraic equation is reasonable both mathematically and physically and that the de Broglie wavelength of the electron in the hydrogen atom is equal to the circumference of its orbit. By Bohr model and de Broglie’s matter-wave thought, some quantization conditions, electronic transition formulae, a mechanism and details of emitting photon wave train, a filling order of electrons in the periodic table, and Madelung rule have been deduced theoretically. We solve the Löwdin’s challenge problem.
Evaluating the Impact of Cyclofert Male™ Supplement on Sperm Parameters and Male Fertility: A Prospective Real-World Study in Lebanese Men
Authors:   Urologist, Levant Hospital, Lebanon, Ziadeh Adib , Choueiry Patrick ,   Medical Director, Surveal, Lebanon
Published: November 2024

This prospective observational study assesses the impact of Cyclofert Male™, a supplement containing antioxidants and micronutrients, on sperm parameters among forty-nine Lebanese men with sub-fertility. Over six months, participants showed significant improvements in sperm density, progressive motility, morphology although sperm volume remained unchanged. Pregnancy rates were 18% at three month and 29% at month six. This observational real world data study highlights the benefits of antioxidants like L-carnitine, CoQ10, zinc and N-acetyl-cysteine in improving male fertility, with Cyclofert Male™ showing promising results. Limitations include the small sample size, localized setting, and lack of stratification by socioeconomic factors. Larger studies are recommended for further validation.
The Cantilever Fracture Model of Planetary Formation in the Solar System and Plate Tectonics of Earth
Authors:   Weifang Engineering Vocational College (Weifang Educational College), Qingzhou City, Shandong Weifang, China., Wang Xiao En ,   Zhaoqing KAIST battery material Co., Ltd., Gaoyao District of Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province, China.
Published: November 2024

This paper proposes a cantilever fracture model for the formation of the solar system, which explains the origin of the planets and the Moon, the rotation and revolution of the planets, the tilt of the rotation axis of the Earth and Mars, the abnormal rotation of Venus and the Moon, the formation of the three ancient lands and the Atlantic Ocean, the drift of the Indian and Australian plates, the displacement of the westward and the leaving poles of the continental plates, the origin of the ocean floor expansion and other driving forces, the origin of the Qinghai Tibet Plateau and the Himalayas, orogeny, desert, clay, natural gas, oil, earth magnetic field and lightning
Accepting Changing Workplaces for Inclusive Quality Education as Migration Continues
Authors:   Australian Breastfeeding Association, Australia, Smith Susan Anne
Published: November 2024

Adult learning theories aim to be a process; thus, the growth of populations in Australia and globally must investigate the learning needs from a constructivist perspective. Constructivism has a reflexive and contextual knowing perspective as self-determination. In European and Australian literature, organisations must understand the growing and changing populations. How can a democratic society offer learning through training for a pluralistic population in a host country? The business model offers an understanding of people's cultural norms, habits, and traits to understand others. Literature from Google searches for the descriptions originated in several learning titles such as curriculum, fairness, and inclusive training. The training needs for immigrant people who need curricula include cultural sensitivity and normative commitment, which can retain individuals. Implications are that many educational sectors that attract immigrant people for profit must understand that resilience belongs to others' values.
Examination of Factors Affecting the Improvement of Corporate Well-being among Enterprises in Hungary
Authors:   Department of Leadership and Organizational Sciences, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Pécs, Hungary, Juhász Gábor , Sipos Norbert ,   https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8815-0027
Published: November 2024

The main objective of the research is the multi-aspect examination of the factors affecting corporate well-being among medium and large size enterprises in terms of number of employees, which belong to different sectors. During the sampling procedure, we included the data of 46 enterprises (n=46) with headquarters or premises in Hungary in the starting database. Data from 205 employees were processed using computerized mathematical statistical methods (SPSS) within the framework of cross-sectional online questionnaire research conducted using validated measuring instruments. The statistical and correlational analyses based on the processing of the questionnaires revealed issues related to the compatibility of work and family dimensions, workplace and family conflicts, satisfaction with work and life, the impact of workplace conditions and social relationships, which all have an influence on the quality of life of employees. The ultimate goal of increasing corporate well-being is for employees to be satisfied, committed and motivated at their workplace, which enables them to achieve higher performance. Since employee wellbeing can significantly contribute to sustainable and human-centered workplaces - thereby increasing the work motivations, work performance and satisfaction of employees - it is therefore recommended for employers to create a corporate well-being strategy and implement well-being measures in the organization in order to reconcile the requirements of work and family
PERAMALAN PENJUALAN MOBIL DENGAN MENERAPKAN METODE SINGLE MOVING AVERAGE DAN SINGLE EXPONENTIAL SMOOTHING
Authors: Putra Dian Pratama , Siregar Serly Azhari , Fadillah Shandy Rizky , Ningtyas Zahwa Kusuma
Published: November 2024

Sales forecasting is a critical aspect of the automotive business as it influences marketing strategies, production, and inventory management. This study examines a comparison of Toyota car sales forecasts using the Single Moving Average (SMA) and Single Exponential Smoothing (SES) methods. The primary objective is to evaluate the accuracy of the SES method in predicting Toyota car sales and compare it with actual sales data. Historical sales data serve as the basis for forecasting, with the smoothing parameter α tested to obtain the best results. Forecasting with SMA demonstrates improved accuracy as the number of average periods increases. The 2-period SMA produces forecasts that are more responsive to sales trends, while the 3-period SMA provides more stable predictions without compromising accuracy. Meanwhile, the SES method with α = 0.3 delivers reasonably accurate forecasts. By applying this method, companies can make better decisions regarding Toyota car production and inventory management, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
AUTOMATION OF THE BERT AND RESNET50 MODEL INFERENCE CONFIGURATION ANALYSIS PROCESS
Authors: Noviana Medi , Sudiro Sunny Arief
Published: November 2024

Inference is the process of using models to make predictions on new data, performance is measured based on throughput, latency, GPU memory usage, and GPU power usage. The models used are BERT and ResNet50. The right configuration can be used to maximise inference. Configuration analysis needs to be done to find out which configuration is right for model inference. The main challenge in the analysis process lies in its inherent time-intensive nature and inherent complexity, making it a task that is not simple. The analysis needs to be made easier by building an automation programme. The automation programme analyses the BERT model inference configuration by dividing 10 configurations namely bert-large_config_0 to bert-large_config_9, the result is that the right configuration is bert-large_config_2 resulting in a throughput of 12.8 infer/sec with a latency of 618 ms. While the ResNet50 model is divided into 5 configurations, namely resnet50_config_0 to resnet50_config_4, the result is that the right configuration is resnet50_config_1 which produces a throughput of 120.6 infer/sec with a latency of 60.9 ms. The automation programme has the benefit of facilitating the process of analysing the inference configuration.
A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW ON ROLE OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN DIGITAL FORENSICS INVESTIGATION
Authors: Sidik Panji Zulfikar , Raharjo Teguh
Published: November 2024

The landscape of digital forensics has evolved significantly with the advent of sophisticated cybercrimes and the proliferation of digital devices. Digital forensics is a rapidly evolving discipline, characterized by unique challenges such as rapidly changing technology, large volumes of data, and stringent legal requirements. Effective project management in this context is crucial to ensure that investigations are conducted efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with legal standards. This systematic literature review aims to comprehensively analyze the role of project management practices in optimizing digital forensics investigations. Using established search protocols and selection criteria, we identified and analyzed relevant studies published between 2016 until 2023 that explored the application of project management methodologies, challenges, and best practices within the context of digital investigations. By applying effective project management strategies, investigators can ensure efficient, accurate, and legally sound digital investigations, ultimately contributing to successful criminal prosecutions and civil litigation outcomes.