bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A field study examining barriers to logistics 4.0 using polytopic fuzzy RANCOM
Authors: Korucuk Selçuk , Aytekin Ahmet
Published: January 2025

Logistics companies are increasingly focusing more on technological transformation and development to save costs and transition to a more flexible structure, and their business objectives are closely tied with this framework. Changing business processes and technological revolutions force logistics companies to become more adaptive and agile, demanding the creation of organizational procedures in this context. To do this, the technology revolution, also known as logistics 4.0, is gaining popularity in the logistics industry and playing an essential role in cost savings for businesses. Logistics 4.0 applications are one approach for implementing procedures in logistics organizations in an effective and efficient manner. However, logistics 4.0 applications encounter many administrative and operational barriers. In this regard, the study identified and weighted barriers to logistics 4.0 applications in logistics companies with corporate identities. The polytopic fuzzy RANCOM approach was employed for this aim. The study found that "costs of implementing logistics 4.0" and "necessity of implementing process-driven management approaches" are the most significant barriers to implementing logistics 4.0, while "existence of cyber-attack threats" is the least important criterion.
The effect of conventional bank credit, Islamic bank financing, and zakat distribution on GDP
Authors: Caniago Muhammad , Azhar Jeihan , Wibowo Muhammad , Setyono Joko
Published: January 2025

The growth of gross domestic product (GDP) is subject to a number of different influences. The objective of this study is to analyse the impact of conventional bank credit, Islamic bank financing and zakat distribution on gross domestic product. The study employs a sample comprising data from 33 provinces in Indonesia, spanning the period from 2018 to 2022. The data analysis technique employed is dynamic panel data regression utilising the Generalised Method of Moments (GMM) method. The findings indicated that partial conventional bank credit and zakat distribution exerted a notable positive influence on GDP. In contrast, the impact of Islamic bank financing on GDP is not statistically significant. This is due to the fact that the market share of Islamic banking in Indonesia remains relatively low, and access to financing in this sector is also still quite complex. Concurrently, conventional bank credit, Islamic bank financing, and zakat distribution exert a significant influence on GDP. The findings of this study suggest that the financing provided by Islamic banks has not yet been fully capable of boosting GDP, given that the share of Islamic bank financing in Indonesia remains relatively modest in comparison to conventional banks. Consequently, the results of this study can be utilized to inform the development of programs and policies for relevant stakeholders.
Salaman and Absal in Abd al-Rahman Jami
Authors: Halilović Tehran
Published: January 2025

Abd al-Rahman Jami was a renowned gnostic and writer from the 15th century, known and respected throughout the Islamic world at the time. He was not a court poet, but he had close relations with the leaders of political and social life, especially with Amir Ali-Shir Nava'i, Bayqara's vizier and also a prominent poet. Jami belonged to the Sufi Naqshbandi Order and advocated Ibn Arabi's ideas in the field of doctrinal gnosis. In the second chapter of Haft Ourang Jami told the story of Salaman and Absal. There are two versions of the story of Salaman and Absal in Islamic texts. There is a story mentioned by the grandiose Islamic philosopher Ibn Sina in the book Isharat and it is narrated and interpreted by Nasir al-Din Tusi in his commentary on this book. In Ibn Sina's story, Salaman and Absal are two brothers. As Ibn Sina states, Salaman is a symbol of the human soul and Absal is an indicator of the level of gnostic knowledge. The second version is a Hermetic story translated from Greek into Arabic by Hunayn ibn Ishaq and first told by Jami in a poem of over a thousand lines. In this story, Salaman is the king's son, in love with his nurse, Absal. Since the king and his sagacious adviser oppose their love, Salaman leaves the city but fails to persuade his father to accept his choice. Absal's death causes great spiritual pain to Salaman. The king's sagacious adviser helps Salaman recognize the truth of eternal love in the image of Venus, the symbol of love in Persian literature. Nasir al-Din Tusi claims that Absal, in this version of the story, is a symbol of material life, which is why he disagrees with the idea presented by Ibn Sina in Isharat. The subject of this work is Jami's gnostic view on the development of Salaman's personality. Although Jami repeats the interpretation that Tusi presents in the commentary on Isharat, his approach to the story is significantly different. Jami's extensive knowledge of Ibn Arabi's doctrinal gnosis makes this story one of Jami's finest literary and gnostic works.
Comparison of philosophical foundations and consumption theory in Islamic economy with capitalist economy (Focusing on Keynes' consumption theory)
Authors: Rezai Ahmadali
Published: January 2025

Unlike the two systems of capitalism and socialism, in both of which consumption is only for the satisfaction of material needs, in Islam, in addition to material needs, some spiritual needs such as charity and some religious obligations also affect consumption. For this reason, in the Islamic society, the reason for consumption should not be sought only in the increase of income and its positive and negative changes, but religious demands also affect consumption. Therefore, the theories of consumption in Islamic and non-Islamic countries will be different, which can be the result of different philosophical foundations related to consumption in these two types of economic systems. In this regard and considering the importance of consumption in a society, this research has investigated the issue of what is the difference between the philosophical foundations and consumption theory in Islamic economy and capitalist economy (focusing on Keynes' consumption theory). The findings of the research showed that the foundations and assumptions of consumer behavior theories in Islamic economy and capitalist economy are different in matters such as anthropological foundations, goals and motivations of consumer, and methods of achieving goals. Also, the theory of consumption showed that although the theory of consumption in Islamic economy and capitalist economy has similarities, including that in both of them, people's consumption is a function of their current income. In both, there is independent consumption of national income; and as the income increases, the marginal propensity to consume decreases, but in the consumption theory of Islamic economy, there is a limit to society's extravagance, which does not exist in the capitalist consumption function, and the Islamic consumption function is able to explain the effect of the quality of national income distribution among people on their consumption, which is not the case in the capitalist consumption function.
The communism in Serbia in the aftermath of its formal downfall (1990-2000)
Authors: Todorović Vladica
Published: January 2025

With this paper, the author's objective was to prove that communism existed in Serbian society even after its downfall from 1990 to 2000. The ruling Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS), derived from the Communist Party, aimed to preserve such a system even in new circumstances. Thus, as time went by when presumably the danger had passed, they founded the JUL in 1994. They openly advocated the previous value system, which existed during the one-party system, with no intention of turning Serbia into a democratic country and reforming different parts of society. If the changes in 2000 had not occurred, the SPS and related parties would still have kept Serbia in a kind of state of emergency, claiming that the opposition threatened Serbia's existence. The end goal was the infinite grasp on power in the name of the communist ideology, which they maintained even with the formal fall of communism in 1990.
Are European voters motivated?: The case of the European Parliament elections in the Republic of Slovenia in 2024
Authors: Matić Petar , Mijatović Marko
Published: January 2025

The elections for the European Parliament in the Republic of Slovenia on June 9, 2024 are part of a broader electoral process in which nine Slovenian deputies are elected to the European Parliament for the next mandate period 2024-2029. years. The aim of this paper is to describe and explain in basic terms the overall Slovenian and European context of the elections, the special characteristics of the Slovenian political scene, and the results of these elections. On this occasion, the traditional ideological division of Slovenian society on the right-center-left line came to the fore in the middle of the mandate of the left-center government of Robert Golob in the electoral system that favors large national parties (proportional system with one electoral unit without census, preferential voting), traditionally low turnout in European elections in Slovenia. Consultative referendums held in parallel on changing the electoral system (introduction of preferential voting), on laws on the cultivation and processing of hemp for medical purposes, laws that allow the use of marijuana and medical euthanasia also reflected some of the Government's priorities, the rightwing opposition's response, and finally the citizens' decisions.
New Pact on Migration and Asylum of the European Union
Authors: Trnavac Milutin
Published: January 2025

This paper analyses the latest normative solutions of the European Union in the areas of migration and asylum. The most important activities of the European Union in these areas, which previously influenced the adoption of new normative acts with the aim of ensuring the safety and well-being of people seeking international protection and a better life, are presented. In this sense, a detailed overview of all the regulations adopted by the European Union, which compose the new Pact on Migration and Asylum, is given. The analysis also includes a special review of new normative solutions, as well as a comparative view with the previous versions of the European Union regulations in these areas. The focus of the paper is on the analysis of the reform of the entire European framework for managing asylum and migration in order to establish safer external borders, faster and more efficient procedures for asylum, as well as a more fair and efficient system of solidarity and responsibility
Qualitative content analysis of public statements about the "Serbian world" concept: A critical review by its opponents
Authors: Ljubomirović Aleksandar
Published: January 2025

This article aims to present the outcomes of the research on the way how the "Serbian world" concept is perceived by its opponents. This represents a particularly significant approach for better understanding and an essential step closer to defining the concept within scientific frameworks, given that it was popularized more by its opponents than its propagators. The methodology used in this paper includes a qualitative content analysis of public statements by leading non-Serbian (Western and regional) social actors who openly criticized the "Serbian world" in their public appearances. Simultaneously, the analysis of the concept is limited to observing the way it is seen by its opponents, using their statements as examples of the discursive construction of reality. This methodological approach is significant to understanding the "Serbian world" concept because it is mainly a mental construct, and the focus will thus also be on how the leading opponents mentally shape the world around them, as well as on the process of conceptualization of reality. Based on the research carried out, the author concludes that the statements of the leading opponents of the "Serbian world" indicate that for them, there is only one dimension of the concept, namely the territorial. According to their statements, that component of the concept was taken from the already existing "Russkiy mir" concept, serves to implement the foreign policy interests of the Russian Federation in the Balkans, and is based on the greaterstate aspirations of the Serbian political leadership and the unrealized "Greater Serbia" idea. Finally, given that the concept is relatively unexplored, the paper aims to present perspectives for further research on the phenomenon.
Symbolic aspects of a secondary news: A case study on media reporting on appearance of a panther on borders of Republic of Serbia
Authors: Lazarević-Radak Sanja
Published: January 2025

In November 2022 the media in Serbia reported that the black panther roams the forests of North Bačka. Based on John Langer's concept of "other news" and Kelsey's understanding of discursive mythologies, three media discourses on the appearance of the panther in Apatin were critically analyzed: 1. The panther as a metaphor of hostile otherness; 2. Panther as an imaginary friend and ally of ecological and other opposition; 3. Folklore on Panther as a narrative space of escape and a source of psychological comfort. The rich mythological potential of the panther, his power of transformation, hiding, disappearing, and reappearing enables the inclusion of discourses on various ambivalent meanings, among which hostile otherness and friendly affection and adoration stand out. In public discourse, the symbolic potential of Vojvodina gains importance as a place of wilderness and porous classification, as well as a space where seemingly incompatible otherness coexists. Placing these and another close phenomenon near the borders is related to the ambivalent nature of the panther. It is based on the representation of the border as an undefined space where fantastic encounters and mysterious otherness occur. The administrative alternation of the space where the panther appears and the proximity of the two administrative borders, Hungary and Croatia, will play a decisive role in enabling the panther to function as an internal, or in a radical form, hidden, dangerous, hostile otherness. In an apparently critical tone, the media reports that the news on the panther has ideologically divided the country into those who favor euthanasia and those whose concern for the panther's fate goes beyond ordinary existential concern. Understood as a part of an endangered world, marginal and wandering, displaced and exposed to risks caused by an inefficient state apparatus, the panther functions as a metaphor for the threat to Serbia's environment by the authorities as a source of ecological negligence. The panther, as a ferocious beast and as a good savage, cannot be deprived of its appeal, even when interest in its media potential wanes. As the protagonist of a newspaper story, he enables identification with heroes and saviors and further identification of the subject with his ordeals, sufferings, or triumphs. In this way, its use in the media is a universal tool for satisfying the fantasies of news consumers.
Exploring the association between narcissistic personality disorder and social media use
Authors: Imamović-Lerić Lejla , Husić Indira
Published: January 2025

Introduction/Aim: Narcissistic personality disorder has become more and more noticeable in modern times. For an increasing number of people, their Ego has become a springboard in society or an obstacle to their progress. The question is whether and to what extent narcissistic personality disorder is related to the use of social media networks. For young and older people alike, social media networks have become a part of everyday life. Social media networks are used in an attempt to show a reflection of everyday life that often represents a non-existent illusion. Therefore, social media networks present a false image, a fake splendor, in an attempt to show what is not there, so as to impress other people and induce them to think that the author of the content is somehow better or more important, i.e., more successful than them. This study attempts to link narcissistic personality disorder and the use of social media networks, in order to determine whether these two variables are related. Materials and methods: The basic research methods applied in this study are the method of analysis and synthesis, the method of induction and deduction, and the statistical and comparative methods. A total of 58 university students participated in the data collection process. The Narcissistic Personality Inventory and the Statements of Social Networking Usage Questionnaire (i.e., an inventory of social media presence and its purpose - academic, socialization, entertainment, information, compulsive use) were used in the study. Questions of a general nature (for collecting socio-demographic data) were also included. The study was conducted in Slovenia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, from January to June 2024. Results: A very low degree of correlation was found between narcissism and the academic purpose of using social media networks (r = 0.20). A moderately strong correlation was found between narcissism and socialization as the purpose of using social media networks (r = 0.663). A very weak correlation was found between narcissism and the informative purpose of using social media networks, more precisely, the correlation coefficient was (r = 0.28). Finally, a high level of correlation was found between narcissism and entertainment as the purpose of using social media networks - the degree of correlation between these two variables was r = 0.88. Conclusion: The research results indicate the existence of a significant relationship between narcissistic personality disorder and presence on social media networks.
Penoscrotal Paget's disease: Case report and literature review
Authors: Pejnović Luka , Đurišić Igor , Živković Ognjen , Petrović Ognjen , Petrović Ivana , Inić Zorka , Marković Ivan
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Penoscrotal Paget's disease is very rare worldwide, with a small number of case reports, and it thus represents a major dilemma in diagnosis and treatment. Case report: An 81-year-old man presents himself to the Institute of Oncology and Radiology of Serbia (IORS) for the first time due to an ulcerated and erythematous tumor change about 10 cm in diameter covered with squamous plates, which extends from the groin region on the left to the scrotum. The tumefaction is erythematous, bloody and it occasionally bleeds, and the patient complains of occasional pain in the left leg. Previously, a biopsy of the mentioned tumor change was performed in another institution, and the PH finding was in favor of extramammary Paget's disease. The patient was presented to the IORS council, which decided on operative treatment. Conclusion: This rare disease is also found outside of clinically visible lesions, positive resection margins are common, and this represents the main risk factor for disease recurrence. Accurate preoperative diagnosis and proper surgical treatment are crucial for preventing relapses and repeat operations, making them key factors in improving survival. This case report certainly represents a significant step for oncologists in understanding this disease.
Positive trends in the number of nurses and technicians in Montenegro: An overview of period between 2014-2023
Authors: Šćepanović Lidija , Vujošević Zoran
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Achieving universal health coverage is a major challenge for all countries, and progress largely depends on the resources they possess and their availability. The aim of the paper is to review the provision and dynamics of the number of nurses/technicians and their structure in the ten-year period 2014-2023, as well as to examine whether there was a change in the equity of their distribution in relation to the number of inhabitants by municipalities. Methodology: A retrospective analysis of data on nurses and technicians employed in public health institutions in Montenegro for the period 2014-2023 was conducted, focusing on the following outcomes: the longitudinal increase in the number of nurses, the nurse-to-doctor ratio, the distribution of nurses by sex, age, and education, and the Gini coefficient as a measure of inequality in the distribution of nurses relative to the population across municipalities. Results: The density of nurses increased by 24% between 2014 and 2023, reaching 5.84 per 1,000 inhabitants in 2023, while the nurse-to-doctor ratio in the system reached 2.04 : 1. Nurses are predominantly female, aged 35-44, and the share of male nurses is increasing (12.91 in 2014 compared to 18.68 in 2023). Onefifth of the nurses have completed a college or university education. The Gini coefficient of inequality of distribution of nurses/technicians decreased from 0.195 in 2014. to 0.191 in 2023. Conclusion: In the last ten years, there have been significant positive changes in the density and structure of nurses and technicians which have probably been influenced by the health policy measures implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Assessing psychometric properties of the Serbian version of the Metacognitive Awareness Inventory (MAI)
Authors: Bukumirić Zoran , Stanisavljević Dejana , Milić Nataša , Ćirković Anđa , Milin-Lazović Jelena , Savić Marko , Rajović Nina , Ćorac Aleksandar , Jović Jelena , Stolić Aleksandra , Pajčin Mirjana , Mugoša Snežana , Nedović-Vuković Mirjana , Bajić Borko , Sladojević Igor , Mašić Srđan , Spaić Dragan , Bokonjić Dejan
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Metacognition, which refers to the ability to oversee and regulate one's cognitive activities, plays a crucial role in medical education. Evaluating metacognitive awareness is particularly important for university students, as it impacts their learning strategies and academic performance. The objective of this study was to examine the psychometric characteristics of the Serbian adaptation of the Metacognitive Awareness Inventory (MAI), with an emphasis on its construct validity and internal consistency. Materials and methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted at the Faculty of Medicine University of Belgrade, on third-year medical students during October 2024. The psychometric properties of the Serbian version of the MAI were evaluated by assessing its factorial structure and internal consistency. The MAI consists of 52 items, comprising two primary components: 'Knowledge of Cognition' and 'Regulation of Cognition'. The subcomponent of "knowledge of cognition" were categorized into declarative knowledge, procedural knowledge, and conditional knowledge, whereas "regulation of cognition" subcomponent were classified into planning, information management strategies, comprehension monitoring, debugging, and evaluation. Results: A total of 426 medical students were included in the study. The mean age of the respondents was 21.3 ± 1.4 years, and the majority were females (68.5%). The mean score of the scale was 199.0. The internal consistency analysis of the Serbian version of the MAI questionnaire yielded a Cronbach's a of 0.94, and a McDonald's o of 0.95 for the entire scale, which indicates excellent scale reliability. The Serbian version of the MAI questionnaire was validated using confirmatory factor analysis, supporting both the hypothesized eight-factor and two-factor structures. The eight-factor model showed good fit indices (IFI = 0.908, CFI = 0.905, RMSEA = 0.042), with statistically significant factor loadings (p < 0.05). Similarly, the two-factor model demonstrated adequate fit (IFI = 0.921, CFI = 0.918, RMSEA = 0.039), with all loadings also significant (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The present study revealed the Serbian version of MAI as reliable and valid tool for identifying medical students' metaconginive awareness.
Dyeing cotton fabrics with natural mordant dyes plant origin
Authors: Sutlović Ana , Peček Vedrana , Brlek Iva
Published: January 2025

Given the global problems of the textile industry, there is increasing interest in revitalizing the use of natural dyes, with an emphasis on cellulose materials. This investigation presents the dyeing of cotton with natural mordant dyes plant origin. The following dye sources were selected: Stems and leaves of goldenrod, willow bark, stems with leaves and flowers of St. John's wort, hawthorn twigs with leaves and oak galls. All selected plants belong to the group of acid-mordant dyes due to their dyeing properties and bind to the fabric by forming a complex with metal salts (mordants). For this reason, the cotton material was treated with potassium aluminium sulphate dodecahydrate KAl(SO4)2 ·12H2O and iron(II) sulphate heptahydrate FeSO4·7H2O. Through the formation of the ligand: cotton fibre - metal ion - natural mordant dye, a wide range of harmonious shades was obtained. The dyes obtained were evaluated by subjective and objective spectrophotometric analysis. In addition, the fastness to laundering and artificial light was tested, which guarantees both the aesthetic and functional quality of the cotton fabrics dyed in this way.
Errors that occur during the production of fabrics for rest and recreation: An example from industrial practice
Authors: Đorđević Suzana , Gebes Ferhan , Stojanović Nikola , Antić Slađana
Published: January 2025

Certain negative phenomena that occur when weaving on a shuttle loom are described and analyzed in this paper. The manufactured fabric is used to produce different types of items for rest and relaxation, e.g. garden and home swings, then swings and baby carriers, etc. The fabric is made on a weaving loom with a shuttle, from the company "Textima". The analysis found that, during weaving, errors occur that originate from oil, thicker threads, burls, knots, fuzz, hairs, etc. dominate. These errors can be easily eliminated by careful work and timely interventions on the loom itself. The number of warp and weft breaks is mostly within normal limits and depends on the quality of the yarns used and the quality of their preparation. Inspection of the finished fabric by trained and skilled workers confirms the errors that occur during weaving.
Restoration of reputation through crisis communication in fashion industry
Authors: Vuković Milovan , Dašić Dejan , Vuković Aleksandra
Published: January 2025

The recent wave of crises caused by various factors, which began in 2020, affects all aspects of society, including economic activities. Many industries, including the fashion industry, are experiencing a number of unfavorable developments, chief among them being the reduction in demand for particular goods, damaged reputation etc. Business operations in the conditions of an economic crisis have forced many fashion industry companies to seek adequate mechanisms to face the consequences of this type of crisis. One potential solution to lessen the negative consequences of these occurrences is to implement crisis management in a firm in a systematic way. Crisis communication helps in crisis management, according to a review of businesses' experiences dealing with such an undesirable occurrence or a sequence of events. The subject of this paper is the role of crisis communication in crisis management, particularly from the perspective of companies that dominate the fashion industry. The first part of the paper addresses the various types of crises that all manufacturing companies must consider. The crisis management process, which includes an analysis of potential communication strategies, will be the central focus of the discussion. The final part of the paper examines the operation of companies under high-risk conditions.
Decarbonizing transport: The role of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles in reducing emissions
Authors: Popa Vasile
Published: January 2025

Climate change, air pollution and noise, among other environmental problems, are increasingly affecting human society and the natural environment. Among the main sources of greenhouse gases and pollutant emissions in the atmosphere is the transport sector. To decrease the use of fossil fuels in the transportation sector, hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (HFCEVs) have been proposed as a potential alternative, among others. Although not completely green, from a life-cycle perspective, HFCEVs can have a lower climate impact than conventional vehicles, depending on how the hydrogen is produced. Widespread use of renewable energy sources can significantly reduce this impact. The research results show an increase in HFCEV sales recently (but far below the level of battery electric vehicles), concerns about the introduction of hydrogen in all transport sectors (road, rail, sea or air), still limited distribution of the infrastructure refuelling, and high production costs. HFCEVs could contribute to the decarbonization of transport and all efforts, including research and development, should be stepped up to support them and identify the best solutions to current challenges.
Adaptation strategies to cope with the effects of Climate variability in the Central Plateau region of Burkina Faso
Authors: Zoma Vincent
Published: January 2025

Climate variability presents major challenges across Africa, particularly in Burkina Faso. This article analyses the adaptation strategies implemented by local populations and development actors to cope with this phenomenon in the Central Plateau region. Conducted in October 2023 in three villages in the region, the research combines field observations, semi-structured interviews and documentary research. The results reveal a range of coping strategies adopted by local people. In agriculture, these include the use of short-cycle varieties, the planting of trees to counter the high heat, and soil conservation techniques to combat drought. Livestock farmers have also developed strategies such as transhumance and the construction of shelters adapted to the climate. In market gardening, the use of compost and innovative irrigation techniques is widespread. Development players, particularly technical services and NGOs, are supporting these initiatives by promoting sustainable agricultural practices and encouraging the construction of resilient infrastructure. This article thus highlights the importance of local adaptation to climate change and the crucial role of development players in strengthening community resilience to climate variability.
The nexus between tourist motivation and satisfaction in lekki urban forest and animal shelter initiative (LUFASI) Lagos state, (Nigeria)
Authors: Olubukola Mary , Adekunle Olufemi , Olakunle Shakur , Morayo Phebe
Published: January 2025

Tourism refers to the act of individuals or groups spending time away from home for amusement, relaxation, and pleasure while utilizing commercial services. Meanwhile, the patronage of tourist destinations in Nigeria is influenced by various factors, including motivations and perceptions visitors had when they visit such destinations, which can impact customer patronage. This study was carried out in LUFASI in Lagos state, Nigeria. A total number of 359 respondents were selected using Yamane (1967) formula. A well-structured close-ended questionnaire was used for data collection, and the results were statistically analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. This study revealed that the primary motivation for most respondents to engage in tourism was fun, with 49.9% of the respondents agreeing and 44.3% strongly agreeing. Additionally, 45.4% were satisfied and 44.0% of the respondents were very satisfied with the park. The visitors were motivated to visit the park for the following reasons: novelty, relaxation/escape, relationships, nature, and self-development. The study also found that the management of LUFASI Park is doing a commendable job in managing and protecting their natural environment by ensuring that the inflow of tourists and their activities does not af fect the natural resources. Lufasi Park has an impressive environment that provides a high level of satisfaction for tourists from diverse backgrounds.
Globalization and urban centers: Impact, challenges and development of global cities
Authors: Mujević Demir
Published: January 2025

The paper focuses on globalization and its impact on the world's urban centers, i.e., on the interaction of globalization and (large) cities. The globalization of cities refers to the process by which the cities become increasingly involved in global economic, political, social and cultural networks. This process means that cities, especially large and important urban centers, become key actors on the international scene, transcending national borders and establishing a direct connection with global markets, cultures, communications and political structures. Special attention is devoted to the development of the so-called global cities, which represent key centers of economic, political and cultural power. The environmental challenges that globalized cities bring are also examined. Finally, the paper considers specific aspects of globalization within the context of Montenegro, analyzing how global processes affect development in that country.
Identification et gestion communautaire des princi-paux produits forestiers non ligneux fournis par les espèces forestières de la région de Kara (Togo)
Authors:   Département de Foresterie, Institut Nationale de Formation Agricole (INFA) de Tomé, BP 401 Kpalimé, Togo, Kokouvi Bruno Kokou
Published: January 2025

Cette étude est une contribution à la gestion durable, efficiente et efficace des Produits forestier non ligneux (PFNL) de la région de la Kara au Togo. Il s’agit de caractériser l’importance écologique des PFNL en cartographiant les bassins de production des principaux PFNL porteurs et évaluant les modes de gestion et d’exploitation sur la durabilité des PFNL dans la Région de la Kara. Pour ce faire, un échantillonnage stratifié à trois niveaux a été réalisé, regroupant au troisième niveau 31 cantons de la région de Kara. Dans ces cantons, des enquêtes ethnobotaniques ont été faites sous forme de focus groupe, couplées aux interviews (440 personnes) au sein de la population, à des observations sur terrain et aux recherches documentaires. Des analyses relatives concernant la description des agrosystèmes, des modes de gestion y compris des perturbations ont été abordées. La gestion de ces PFNL se fait par régénération naturelle assistée ou artificielle. Ces PFNL font l’objet de divers usages au niveau alimentaire, médicinal, culturel et cosmétique. Les résultats révèlent que la quasi-totalité des PFNL sont collectés dans les parcs agroforestiers et les aires protégées avoisinantes. Les feux de brousse, la coupe de bois ainsi que le prélèvement des organes tels que les écorces, feuilles, fruits et latex sont les principales menaces qui affectent l’intégrité de ces agrosystèmes. Des mécanismes de gestion durable des PFNL à travers des projets impliquant tous les acteurs devraient être promus pour une valorisation optimale des biens et services issues des écosystèmes forestiers entre autres les PFNL à valeur ajoutée importante.
Diagnostic spatial et Perception des agriculteurs sur la fragmentation de la Forêt Classée De Mbao (FCM), Dakar, Sénégal
Authors:   Ecole Régionale Postuniversitaire d’Aménagement et de Gestion Intégré des Forêts et Territoires tropicaux, Université de Kinshasa, Commune de Lemba, - B.P. 15.373 - Kinshasa, République Démocratique du Congo, Ousmane Cissé
Published: January 2025

Aux défis de la fragmentation des écosystèmes naturels et son corolaire de perte de la biodiversité ou des services écosystémiques affiliés. Cette étude vise à diagnostiquer et analyser la perception des populations sur la fragmentation de la Forêt Classée de Mbao (FCM), au Sénégal. Pour clarifier cette fragmentation paysagère, une étude paysagère a été menée à partir d'une image Landsat de 2024, acquise à partir du capteur OLI. Une classification supervisée a été effectuée, et sa fiabilité a été vérifiée. La perception paysagère a été mise en évidence et corrélée avec le calcul de l'indice de végétation (NDVI). Les données ont été recueillies auprès de 67 participants à l'aide d'entretiens semi-ouverts, selon un échantillonnage probabiliste. Les informations portent sur les caractéristiques sociodémographiques, les connaissances sur le niveau de dégradation, les facteurs de fragmentation, et l'impact sur les activités dans la forêt. Une carte d'occupation du sol a été élaborée pour compléter l'enquête. Les résultats révèlent que la majorité des participants sont des agriculteurs (96,97 %), adultes (53,03 %) et mariés (71,21 %), majoritairement Wolofs (27,28 %). La quasi-totalité (95,45 %) perçoit une dégradation du paysage forestier, qualifiée d'intense par 97,77 % des répondants. Les principaux facteurs de fragmentation identifiés sont l’urbanisation (42,42 %) et les surfaces inondés (37,88 %). Les conséquences incluent la perte de terres cultivables (40,91 %), la diminution d'espèces végétales importantes (27,27 %) et l'appauvrissement des sols (19,70 %). Les perceptions de la dégradation sont indépendantes du genre (p-value > 0,05). La carte d'occupation du sol corrobore ces perceptions avec de faibles valeurs de NDVI (entre -0,03 et 0,09). Ces résultats soulignent la nécessité de prendre en compte les perceptions locales dans l'aménagement forestier.
Dynamique urbaine et impacts sur les écosystèmes dans la ville de Kayes au Mali
Authors:   Centre d’Excellence Régional sur les Villes Durables en Afrique (CERViDA-Dounedon), Université de Lomé (UL), 1 BP 1515 Lomé 1, Togo, Yamadou Coulibaly
Published: January 2025

Durant des décennies, la ville de Kayes (Mali), comme plusieurs villes africaines, a connu une forte croissance démographique. Il en découle une urbanisation rapide, mais surtout incontrôlée. Ces changements ont eu d’énormes répercussions sur les ressources naturelles avec, en l’occurrence, la perte du couvert végétal et des terres agricoles. La présente étude vise à contribuer à une meilleure gestion des écosystèmes urbains dans la ville de Kayes. La méthodologie adoptée est basée sur les techniques d’observation de la terre couplée à une approche systématique intégrant les inventaires écologiques, floristiques et forestières. Les résultats indiquent qu’entre 2000 et 2022, il est remarqué une progression de la trame grise (bâtis) de 142,01%, les plans d’eau et les bois (forêts galeries) ont progressé respectivement de 5,79% et 50%. La plus grande régression est observée au niveau de la mosaïque de végétation et des sols nus avec (-47,97% et -46,9% respectivement) soit une superficie de 531 ha et 886 ha au cours de la période, de même que les végétations marécageuses (-28,57%) soit 10 ha. Au total, 105 espèces ont été relevées et réparties en 88 genres et 48 familles. Les 81 personnes enquêtées reconnaissent l’importance des arbres dans la ville de Kayes. Les espèces les plus fréquentes sont : Azadirachta indica A.Juss., (51,47%), Calotropis procera (Aiton) W.T.Aiton, (35,63%), Ziziphus mauritiana Lam. (35,5%), Hyphaene thebaica (L.) Mart, (30,92%), Borassus aethiopum Mart., (24,21%), Balanites aegyptiaca (L.) Delile, (23,85%). Trois (03) groupes de végétaux ont été discriminés. Le groupe 1 qui représente les forêts galeries et les zones agricoles, est le plus dense et plus diversifié. Ces informations peuvent aider les structures de gestion des écosystèmes dans la mise en place des mesures de protection et de conservation du potentiel écologique de la ville.
Habitats forestiers mieux conservés dans la préfecture de l’Avé (Togo) : caractérisation, biodiversité et fragilité
Authors:   Laboratoire de botanique et écologie végétale, département de Botanique, Faculté des Sciences (FDS), Université de Lomé (UL), BP 1515 Lomé, Togo), Tagba Badibalaki
Published: January 2025

L’étude des habitats forestiers mieux conservés a été réalisée dans la préfecture de l’Avé au Togo en vue de contribuer à une meilleure conservation des ressources forestières ou habitats forestiers. Plus spécifiquement, il s’agit de : caractériser les îlots forestiers les mieux conservés ; déterminer la diversité floristique, forestière et déterminer le potentiel de régénération. Les inventaires écologiques, floristiques et forestiers effectués sur la base d’un échantillonnage systématique et orienté ont permis de faire la caractérisation de la diversité floristique, de la structure démographique des formations. La florule des habitats forestiers mieux conservés de la Préfecture de l’Avé est composée de 158 espèces réparties en 137 genres et 60 familles dans 60 relevés. Les Fabaceae (16,86%) sont les familles les plus représentées. Les formes de vie les plus fréquentes sont les microphanérophytes (40.91%). Quant à la chorologie, les espèces Guinéo-congolaises caractérisent cette flore. La répartition par classe de diamètre et de hauteur suit une structure en « J renverser » et une distribution en « cloche » centrée sur la classe de hauteur [10-15[. Les espèces les plus représentées sont, dans l'ordre : Holarrhena floribunda (G. Don) Durand et Schinz, avec une fréquence relative de plus de 90 %, d’où la dominance de cette espèce dans les formations végétales de la zone. Elle est suivie de Chromolaena odorata (L.) R.M. King (81,67 %), Elaeis guineensis Jacq (80 %). D'autres espèces comme Millettia thonningii (Schumach. & Thonn.) Baker (61,67 %), Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides (Lam.) (60 %), sont également bien représentées. En revanche, Kalanchoé pinnata (Lam.) Pers., Palisota hirsuta (Thunb.) K. Schum., Passiflora foetida L, Trema orientalis (L.) Blume, Urtica dioica L., et Harrisonia abyssinica Oliv sont faiblement représentées, avec une fréquence relative de 0,05 % chacune.
Tendance de la recherche sur la dynamique des systèmes agroforestiers basée sur une analyse bibliométrique.
Authors:   Laboratoire d’écologie, de botanique et de biologie végétale, Université de Parakou 03 BP 125, Parakou République du Bénin, Vital Ahissou Mêssètin
Published: January 2025

L'analyse bibliométrique dans cette étude donne une compréhension de la progression historique et de l'état actuel, ainsi que des tendances futures des recherches sur les aspects dynamiques de l’agroforesterie. Sur la base des publications de 1991 à 2021 à l'aide du logiciel de cartographie des connaissances CiteSpace, l’étude a extrait des métadonnées bibliométriques de 148 publications à partir de la base de données Scopus. Les résultats montrent que les études dynamiques représentent seulement 2,27 % de la production scientifique globale sur les systèmes agroforestiers. Les domaines thématiques dans lesquels la plupart des publications sur la dynamique des systèmes agroforestiers ont été trouvées sont : « Foresterie », « Agronomie », « Sciences de l’environnement » et les « Géosciences ». La gestion du pâturage dans les systèmes agrosylvopastoraux et la modélisation de l’analyse de la séquestration potentielle du carbone dans les systèmes agroforestiers, ont été reconnues comme les questions de recherche brûlantes. En outre, le changement d’affectation des terres, la modélisation et la comptabilité environnementale sont identifiés comme des orientations de recherche futures importantes, qui méritent une attention plus approfondie. La connaissance des différents facteurs qui sous-tendent l’évolution des systèmes agroforestiers apporterait des contributions supplémentaires à ce domaine.
MENINGKATKAN KONSISTENSI PENERAPAN GREEN CONCEPT MANAGEMENT PADA UMKM DI KOTA MATARAM
Authors: Burhan Muhammad Rahmatul , Sterinalita Costiana
Published: January 2025

Pemerintah Indonesia mengatakan UMKM merupakan critical engine pembangnan ekonomi. Kenyataannya, UMKM merupakan sumber sampah terbesar di Indonesia yang didominasi oleh sampah makanan dan minuman. Hal itu mengakibatkan kualitas lingkungan Indonesia buruk. Salah satu penanggulangan kerusakan lingkungan dari sampah dengan menerapkan manajemen green concept. Kegiatan pengabdian ini dilakukan kepada UMKM kuliner di Kota Mataram selama tiga bulan yang melingkupi identifikasi, sosialisasi, fasilitasi, dan evaluasi penerapan manajemen green concept. Dimensi yang diukur antara lain, jumlah timbunan sampah, keuntungan ekonomi dari daur ulang, penggunaan bahan ramah lingkungan, pengurangan pencemaran lingkungan, dan pengelolaan sampah organik. Hasil menunjukkan pelaku UMKM semakin memahami ruang lingkup green concept dengan sosialisasi. Fasilitasi yang diberikan dapat dimanfaatkan dengan maksimal oleh pelaku UMKM. Proses penerapan manajemen green concept menunjukkan konsistensi oleh pelaku UMKM. Sehingga pelaku UMKM sebagai mitra dapat memenuhi lima dimensi evaluasi, sampai pada mampu mengelola sampah organik menjadi pupuk. Kegiatan pengabdian ini terbatas dengan tidak menyertakan pemerintah daerah, diharapkan kegiatan selanjutnya dapat mengintegrasikan pihak-pihak terkait.
INTERPRETASI AKUNTANSI DAN PEMBIAYAAN LEMBAGA KEUANGAN SYARI’AH
Authors: Arifin Mohammad Aryo , Nurmala Nurmala , Emilda Emilda , Kurbani Adie , Lilianti Emma , Jusmani Jusmani , Yan Putra Alhadi
Published: January 2025

ABSTRAK
Pembiayaan syariah merupakan pinjaman dari satu pihak ke pihak lain yang bertujuan mendukung investasi yang direncanakan, baik oleh individu maupun badan usaha. Pinjaman ini harus dilaksanakan secara benar dan wajar, dengan hubungan serta ketentuan yang jelas dan saling menguntungkan. Prinsip dasar lembaga keuangan syariah adalah mencari keridhaan Allah SWT, menghindari potensi penyimpangan dari ajaran Islam, serta menciptakan keseimbangan kebajikan di dunia dan akhirat. Bank Islam mempertimbangkan dua aspek utama dalam menyalurkan pinjaman, yaitu: (1) Aspek Syariah, yang menuntut kepatuhan terhadap hukum Islam; dan (2) Aspek Ekonomi, yang memastikan keberlanjutan keuntungan bagi bank Islam dan nasabahnya. Kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini dilaksanakan kepada siswa SMKN 5 Palembang dengan tujuan memberikan pemahaman mengenai fungsi, prinsip, dan praktik lembaga keuangan syariah. Metode yang digunakan meliputi penyampaian materi, diskusi interaktif, dan pengisian kuesioner untuk mengukur pemahaman siswa. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa 90% siswa lebih memahami konsep pembiayaan syariah serta peran lembaga keuangan syariah, sehingga membantu mereka membuat keputusan keuangan yang lebih cerdas dan sesuai dengan nilai-nilai Islam. Simpulan, bahwa edukasi mengenai lembaga keuangan syariah dapat meningkatkan literasi keuangan syariah di kalangan siswa, sehingga mereka lebih siap dalam menerapkan prinsip-prinsip Islam dalam pengelolaan keuangan di masa depan.
Kata Kunci: Akuntansi, Financing, Syariah
PELATIHAN AI IMAGE GENERATOR UNTUK PEMBUATAN KONTEN MEDIA SOSIAL BAGI REMAJA ISLAM AL HIKMAH
Authors: Kurniawati Laela , Asri Utami Lilyani , Oktaviana Shinta , Anggraeni Putri Sukmawati
Published: January 2025

Pengurus Masjid Al-Hikmah membutuhkan strategi branding yang efektif untuk memperluas dakwah Islam melalui kegiatan keagamaan dan sosial. Salah satu cara yang dapat dilakukan adalah dengan memanfaatkan media sosial sebagai platform branding. Dalam rangka menghasilkan konten media sosial yang menarik secara cepat, digunakan teknologi Artificial Intelligence (AI), khususnya AI Image Generator, yang mampu menciptakan gambar kreatif, efisien, dan relevan sesuai kebutuhan. Kegiatan ini merupakan bagian dari Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat yang dilaksanakan oleh dosen Fakultas Teknologi Informasi Universitas Nusa Mandiri. Peserta kegiatan adalah 14 remaja dari organisasi Remaja Islam Al-Hikmah (RISMAH). Metode pengabdian yang digunakan meliputi pelatihan penggunaan AI Image Generator dan pendampingan dalam pembuatan gambar serta caption yang sesuai untuk konten media sosial. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan kemampuan peserta dalam menghasilkan konten kreatif untuk media sosial, yang berdampak pada lebih banyaknya konten yang diproduksi, peningkatan aktivitas di media sosial, serta bertambahnya perhatian masyarakat terhadap kegiatan keagamaan dan sosial Masjid Al-Hikmah. Simpulan,  bahwa penggunaan AI Image Generator dapat menjadi solusi efektif untuk mendukung strategi branding Masjid Al-Hikmah, memperkuat dakwah, dan membangun ukhuwah Islamiyah melalui media sosial.
Kata Kunci: AI Image Generator, Masjid Al-Hikmah, Artificial IntelligenceBottom of Form