bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Genotype by environment interaction in mustard (Brassica juncea) under Terai Agro-Climatic zone using the AMMI model and GGE biplot
Authors: Sadhu Supratim , Chakraborty Moumita , Roy Suvendu Kumar , Mandal Rupsanatan , Hijam Lakshmi , Debnath Manoj Kanti , Roy Anjan , Rout Sanghamitra
Published: June 2024

In the present experiment, 71 Indian mustard (Brassica juncea) genotypes were evaluated in six environments for two successive years (three environments in each year) to identify the influence of environment over the genotypes and to identify the stable, better-performing genotypes in respect to yield in Terai region of West Bengal. Statistical analysis was carried out to evaluate genotype × environment interaction using two different approaches, namely, additive main effect, and their multiplicative interaction model (AMMI) and genotype plus genotype by environment interaction (GGE) biplot for seed yield of mustard genotypes. AMMI ANOVA showed that genotype and environment accounted for 11.46% and 47.50% of the variation respectively, where GEI captured 36.57% of the variation for seed yield. The AMMI model and GGE biplots showed that genotype RGIN-73 was the highest yielding genotype to a specific environment but DRWR-15-9 was found to be well stable with good yielding in all environments.
Correlation, path analysis and genetic diversity in Nerium oleander L. accessions for morphological, yield and quality traits
Authors: G. Ashok Kumar , S.T. Bini Sundar , A. Jayajasmine , C. Indu Rani , S. Vasanth
Published: June 2024

Character association and genetic diversity analyses were performed in the present study for the morphological and yield traits of Nerium oleander L. accessions to find out the major contributing traits towards flower yield. A panel of 20 diverse nerium accessions were evaluated at the Floriculture Research Station, Thovalai, Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu during 2018 to 2022. Correlation analysis revealed that number of flowers per spikes had highly significant and positive correlation with flower yield. From the path analysis, the number of flowers per spike, days for bud initiation, flower weight, plant height and number of shoots/plants were identified to have high positive direct effect on flower yield. Clustering of nerium germplasm, revealed two distinct groups. Cluster I, comprising NI-1 to NI-19, suggested shared genetic traits among them, while Cluster II, represented by NI-20, showcases unique attributes. High inter-cluster distance between Cluster I and Cluster II suggested that the genotypes in these clusters had a significant degree of genetic diversity between them and that crossings between the genotypes in the cluster I with NI-20 would produce desirable transgressive segregants.
Genetic variability, character association and diversity study in nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt)
Authors: S.T. Bini Sundar , G. Ashok Kumar , A. Jayajasmine , S. Vasanth
Published: June 2024

A panel of 25 nutmeg genotypes were evaluated at the Horticulture Research Station, Pechiparai, Kanyakumari district from 2019 to 2022 for the pattern of genetic divergence and relationship among them based on seven morphological traits by cluster and path analysis. Notable difference was observed for yield characteristics of genotypes, in which the genotype MF-4 was observed to record high plant height, stem girth, leaf length and fruit production. Genetic variability analysis revealed that traits such as stem girth, number of fruits and mace yield/tree were found to possess high genotypic coefficient of variation along with high heritability and genetic advance as percent of mean which implied that these traits had higher variability among the studied genotypes. The 25 genotypes were grouped in to four clusters based on cluster analysis. Path analysis revealed that traits such as number of fruits, single fruit weight and plant height had a favourable direct impact on the mace yield. These traits might be used as selection indicators in future breeding programmes.
Understanding the perspectives and experiences of older people on using and operating Senior Centers and participating leisure programs of Senior Centers and suggesting development plans for Senior Centers -Focused on qualitative case study approach
Authors:   The Korea Academy of Case Management, You Yonglim , Jin Jua
Published: June 2024

This study aims to address how the older people use and operate Senior Centers and participate the leisure program activities and suggest development plans for Senior Centers. For this research. 10 research participants who are joining in the Senior Centers are successfully operated in Seoul. Gwangju. and Mokpo were interviewed. As a result of research findings. the first theme in terms of the use and operation of the Senior Center was derived as ‘a center for the elderly to interact with and coexist with the community residents. and to play the role of the elderly in the community’. As the second theme for the current status of the leisure activity program is that; ‘the elderly people were helping to develop their self-identity as well as to improve the integrations among them by developing a social support system.’ In the result of the analysis on the development plan of the Senior Centers. the third theme was generated; ‘In order to revitalize the Center. it is necessary to focus on the leisure programs preferred by the elderly in the advanced cultural level and develop further the integrated leisure programs which can be used with the local residents. The research participants hope to contribute to the community and develop co-existence relations in the Senior Center.’ Therefore it can be suggested that the Senior Centers should be reestablished as the Social Service Centers shared and coexisted with residents of the community. The Senior Centers also should develop the integrated local welfare services and programs according to the needs of changing society.
An Exploratory Study on the set up an Appropriate Child Abuse Case Management Model: Focusing on role division between the public and private sectors
Authors:   The Korea Academy of Case Management, Choi Hyun-Im , Kim Meesook
Published: June 2024

As a part of the inclusive child policy, local governments are responsible for investigating child abuse. As this is the first policy to be implemented, a carefully designed policy is needed to minimize confusion. This study examined how the child protection agencies and the local governments share their roles in responding to child abuse. The 12 dimensions of case management proposed by Hall(2002) were utilized as a frame for analysis, with which we analyzed the national child abuse reports and accumulated previous studies. As a result, we came up with a model that the public meta case management model works as a gatekeeper on a long term basis, handling many case-loads as a coordination and linker role for the overall system. Whereas, for the child protection agencies as private sector, appropriate the model that minimizes the amount of cases is suitable for frequent contact for a certain period of time and professional counseling for the recovery of the family. In order for the child protection system to work closely together under the principle of child-first priority, and successfully enact the proposed models, several preconditions need to be satisfied, including hiring professional manpower in both sectors, minimizing the job rotation in the public sector, and strengthening supervision as well as on-the-job training in both sectors.
Subjective Perception on National Pension Service
Authors:   The Korea Academy of Case Management, Kim Seongwook , Cho Sunghui
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study is to provide basic data to prepare measures to improve reliability by analyzing subjective perceptions of the National Pension Service. For this purpose, six groups were interviewed according to membership type, age, and gender. As a result of the analysis, it was found that policy non-response to the National Pension Service was mainly caused by misunderstandings resulting from a lack of understanding of the system and anxiety over financial problems. In addition, it was found that there was a lot of consideration for profits such as private insurance products, and there was a lot of concern about the future pension cut. Overall, there is a big gap in perception by generation. For positive perception, the government s guarantee of pension payment is important, and for negative perception, depletion of funds and opaque operation of the system greatly affect negative perception. Accordingly, this study suggested improvement measures such as positive positioning of the system and diversification of public relations.
Hak Milik Intelektual dalam Era Globalisasi: Tantangan Hukum dan Kebijakan di Indonesia
Authors: Yeti Andrias Maria , Najamuddin Gani  , Abdul Rahman Upara  , Mukti Stofel
Published: June 2024

Era globalisasi telah membawa perubahan signifikan dalam berbagai aspek kehidupan, termasuk perlindungan hak milik intelektual (HMI). Di Indonesia, perkembangan ini menghadirkan tantangan hukum dan kebijakan yang kompleks. Tulisan ini meneliti tantangan-tantangan yang dihadapi Indonesia dalam melindungi HMI di tengah arus globalisasi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi dan menganalisis tantangan hukum dan kebijakan yang dihadapi Indonesia dalam melindungi HMI serta memberikan rekomendasi untuk mengatasi masalah tersebut. Metode yang digunakan adalah analisis kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus, melibatkan kajian literatur, analisis dokumen hukum, dan wawancara dengan pakar hukum dan kebijakan. Penelitian menemukan bahwa Indonesia menghadapi berbagai tantangan, termasuk ketidakcukupan infrastruktur hukum, kurangnya kesadaran publik, dan tekanan internasional. Diperlukan reformasi hukum yang komprehensif dan peningkatan kerjasama internasional untuk mengatasi tantangan tersebut, serta edukasi publik yang lebih baik tentang pentingnya HMI.
Adapting to Democratic Norms: Party Financing Regulations in Indonesia and Germany Compared
Authors: Arif Mohammad , Mamonto Moch Andry Wikra Wardhana
Published: June 2024

This study conducts a comparative analysis of party financing regulations in Indonesia and Germany to explore how these countries adapt to democratic norms, with an emphasis on the impact of regulatory frameworks on political party financing. By investigating diverse socio-political landscapes and historical contexts, this research aims to identify a convergence towards democratic norms, significantly influenced by the regulations governing political party financing. Employing normative legal research, utilizing legislative, conceptual, case, and comparative approaches, analyzed through qualitative descriptive methods, this study integrates document analysis and case studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory frameworks. The findings indicate that although Indonesia and Germany are both committed to enhancing democratic governance through transparent and accountable party financing, the implementation of these regulations faces significant challenges. In Indonesia, these include limited enforcement mechanisms, a lack of comprehensive audits, and difficulties in tracking the sources of political donations. Conversely, Germany’s structured approach to party financing regulation demonstrates a robust enforcement mechanism and a public funding model, yet it also encounters challenges, particularly in the realm of indirect support and the use of third-party entities. This study contributes to the discourse on strengthening democratic institutions and practices by offering a comparative perspective that highlights the importance of strong and adaptable regulatory frameworks to ensure transparency, accountability, and fair competition in political financing.
Which Individual or Organization is Responsible For Career Planning? (Literature Review)
Authors: Setiawan Totok Andi , Indriati Fibria
Published: June 2024

Career is important in the life of employees, and humans have the desire to continue to develop and advance. Therefore, there is a need for clear career planning in order to align the interests of individuals and organisations. Career planning is divided into two, namely individual career planning and organisational career planning. It is still debatable who is responsible for career planning, individuals or organisations. This research is a qualitative research with a literature study approach. The literature used in this research are national and international scientific books and articles. The purpose of this research is to find out who is responsible for career planning. It was found that good career planning will identify strengths and weaknesses as well as abilities that must be fulfilled to face the future. With career planning will provide a career path that can be travelled by employees. Career planning should be made realistically not just a career goal. The result of the research is that individuals have responsibility in their careers, because individuals know exactly what their interests and talents are. However, the organisation must facilitate individuals to develop in their careers.
Juridical Analysis of the Position of Actors "Participating in Carrying Out" in the Distribution of Illegal Drugs Based on Law Number 36 of 2009 Regarding Health (Study Decision Number 210/Pid.Sus/2023/PN Kwg)
Authors: Syahida Nadia , Guntara Deny , Abas Muhamad
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this research is to determine the regulations regarding Medeplegen's participation in Indonesian criminal law and to analyze criminal penalties for perpetrators of participation in the distribution of pharmaceutical preparations of illegal drugs. illegal in District Court Decision Karawang Number 210/Pid.Sus/2023/PN Kwg. Indonesia is a legal country that prohibits the circulation of pharmaceutical preparations or drugs forbidden without permission especially drugs the enter into the Psychotropic and Narcotics categories. But in reality, there are many distributors of pharmaceutical preparations in the form of drugs classified as psychotropics and narcotics without permits or illegally. Most of them do it not alone but in collaboration. This is included in the act of participation (Delneming), and then the party participating is called Medeplegen, as is the case in Decision Number 210/Pid.Sus/2023/PN Kwg. Qualitative and normative legal approaches are used as research methods taken from literature or material obtained from library research, and research specifications use analytical descriptive. The results of the research are: (1) That the distribution of pharmaceutical preparations with inclusions violates Article 197 of Law Number 36 of 2009 concerning Health, "taking part" or "participation" (Medeplegen) is regulated in Article 55 of the Criminal Code, and in terms of the element " inclusion” namely in the form of conscious cooperation (bewuste samenwerking). (2) There is a difference between the application of the law and the reality of the verdict in Decision Number 210/Pid.Sus/2023/PN Kwg, where the amount of the fine is less than that stated in Article 197 of the Health Law, but the author sees and appreciates the considerations The Panel of Judges and pay attention to considerations regarding mitigating circumstances for the Defendant.
Building Social Construction and Tolerance In Customary Communication Law Communities (Study of Local Wisdom of Malay Tribes)
Authors: Marwan Marwan , Alamsyah Alamsyah
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study is to find the meaning and positive role of the culture of "Urang Kita" and Pi'il Pesenggiri among the Banjar and Lampung tribal communities and the Lampung community in building tolerant attitudes between groups and religious communities in Kuala Tungkal Jambo and Lampung. The next goal is to explore opportunities for the value of these traditions in building and affirming tolerant and moderate life in society Indonesia is plural today. This research was conducted using a descriptive qualitative approach using a review system that summarizes the results of primary research to present more comprehensive and balanced facts to find a description of a problem or topic under study. Data collection techniques are carried out by collecting various documents related to the focus of research. The data that has been collected is then studied in depth to find out reliable research results. Based on the discussion and analysis in several chapters above, the results of this study are concluded as follows: Tolerance is one of the important attitudes in forming a peaceful and serene life to build a just, prosperous, developed and prosperous society. Tolerance has been a culture of the Indonesian nation since time immemorial, and this attitude is increasingly needed and must be strengthened in the modern era when Indonesian society is more diverse and faces challenges from various ideologies and foreign cultures. One strategic and important approach in building tolerance and preventing divisive identity politics is through local wisdom, namely the values that live and are practiced by tribal communities in the archipelago, such as the Banjar community in Kuala Tungkal Jambi and the Lampung Pepadun community in Tulang Bawang Lampung. One of the traditions of local wisdom of the Banjar people in Kuala Tungkal Jambi refers to or greets other groups outside the Banjar tribe with the term "Urang Kita" or "Our Brothers". With this expression, the Banjar tribe calls or mentions and acknowledges the existence of other tribes, but they are still called as "Brothers". Other groups outside the Banjar tribe can be Malays, Bugis, Javanese, Batak, etc., both Muslim and non-Muslim. While the tradition of local wisdom of the Lampung tribe is in the values of life, especially "Pi'il Pesenggiri", which teaches to respect guests, protect and require honor as a condition for doing good. Committing bad or unethical acts is considered a violation of self-esteem or "pi'il", therefore guests or other groups should be protected or respected. Tolerant attitudes must continue to be built and strengthened as a basis for realizing a just, prosperous, prosperous country within the framework of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia that is peaceful and upholds human values.
KUA's Efforts in Maintaining Harmonious Families in Families with Different Religions Based on the Value of Religious Moderation (Case Study of Manik Maraja Village, Sidamanik District)
Authors: Ardiansyah Nasution  , Azwani Lubis
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this paper is to find out the efforts of the Religious Affairs Office (KUA) in maintaining a harmonious family in families with different religions based on the value of religious moderation. Basically, the KUA is an institution under the auspices of the Ministry of Religious Affairs that directly interacts in the scope of the community area. Where when Manik Maraja Village was dubbed as the village of religious moderation, due to the plurality of its citizens, both religion and ethnic culture. This is where the role of the KUA is needed in maintaining a harmonious family in families with different religious backgrounds based on the value of religious moderation. In describing this study in detail, it is formulated How does the value of religious moderation affect maintaining a harmonious family in families of different religions? How are the efforts of the KUA in maintaining harmonious families in families of different religions based on the value of religious moderation? The purpose of this formulation is to know the value of religious moderation influences in maintaining harmonious families in families of different religions, and to know the efforts of the KUA in maintaining harmonious families in families of different religions based on the value of religious moderation. The method used by the author in this research is qualitative with an empirical approach. The conclusion of this research is that the KUA is a very important institution in maintaining harmonious families in families of different religions based on the value of religious moderation as evidenced by the holding of various counseling with constructive material as well as direct interaction by religious and community leaders at events in Manik Maraja Village. This aims to achieve the maintenance of a harmonious family in families with different religious backgrounds.
PENGELOLAAN PONDOK PESANTREN DALAM PENGEMBANGAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM (STUDI PADA PONDOK PESANTREN BAIATUL QURAN KABUPATEN LINGGA)
Authors: Nasir Muhammad , Maisah Maisah
Published: June 2024

Penelitian ini membahas pengelolaan pondok pesantren dalam pengembangan pendidikan agama islam dengan locus pondok pesantren Baitul Quran Kabupaten Lingga. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif yang mendeskripsikan dan mengklasifikasikan temuan lapangan sesuai dengan kondisi dan tujuan penelitian. Dalam hasil kajian bahwa Pondok Pesantren Baitul Quran memiliki Visi, Misi dan Program yang bertujuan untuk mengembangkan fungsi-fungsi strategis Pendidikan Agama Islam agar potensi PAI dapat bersaing antar Ponpes secara nasional dan global. Hal ini dilakukan dengan melakukan inovasi dan kerjasama dalam berbagai strategi dan evaluasi sesuai dengan kebutuhan masyarakat. Disamping itu, juga mengupayakan pengembangan PAI berwawasan global dalam masyarakat.
PENGARUH LABELISASI HALAL, KUALITAS PRODUK, DAN MINAT BELI TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN (LITERATUTE REVIEW MANAJEMEN PEMASARAN)
Authors: Paramita Ayu , Ali Hapzi , Dwikoco Fransiskus
Published: June 2024

Artikel Literature Review pengaruh Labelisasi Halal, Kualitas Produk dan Minat Beli terhadap Keputusan Pembelian adalah artikel ilmiah yang bertujuan membangun hipotesis riset pengaruh antar variabel yang akan digunakan pada riset selanjutnya. Metode penulisan artikel literature review adalah dengan metode library risearch, yang bersumber dari media online seperti Google Scholar dan Mendeley dan Media Online lainnya. Hasil artikel ini adalah bahwa: 1) Labelisasi berpengaruh terhadap keputusan pembelian; 2) Kualitas Produk berpengaruh terhadap keputusan pembelian; 3) Minat Beli berpengaruh terhadap keputusan pembelian. Selain dari 3 variabel exogen ini yang mempengaruhi variabel endogen keputusan pembelian masih banyak faktor lain diantaranya adalah Harga, Citra Merek, dan Celebrity Endors.
Tinjauan Kriminologi Budaya dalam Kasus Kekerasan dalam Rumah Tangga Sebagai Akibat dari Pernikahan Dini di Desa “X” Kabupaten Lombok Timur
Authors: Rafi Anorawi  , Muhammad Zaky
Published: June 2024

Research on cultural criminology in cases of domestic violence due to early marriage involves a careful analysis of the cultural elements that influence the level of violence in a domestic setting, especially in situations where marriage occurs at an early age. This research will use qualitative methods with data collection techniques through interviews with related parties, observation, and literature study. Researchers aim to find out problems related to criminogenic culture in the form of early marriage that can trigger domestic violence. The collected data were analyzed using a criminological cultural theory approach to determine the criminogenic culture in the form of early marriage that can trigger domestic violence. The results of this study are expected to provide a new perspective to formulate more effective policies and interventions to protect individuals involved in early marriage from the risk of domestic violence.
Pembelajaran Keagamaan Pendidikan Agama Islam Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus
Authors: Al Afghan Mahsa Razi , Moch. Tolchah  , Zakariya Din M.
Published: June 2024

This study deals with the learning of Islamic Education for Children with Special Needs (ABK) which can be affirmed that education is the capital and basic human needs in order to realize its rights and duties as an individual, as a member of the community and as a being of God Subhanahu wa Ta’ala and also affirms that the education is a human right. Therefore, in achieving the process of realization of the basic rights in education, it is necessary to ensure that all children's rights in the field of education must be realized, a quality education strategy and administration is required. This research uses a library method with a qualitative research approach. The results of the research showed the need for strong and positive support in the creation of effective learning models in their application especially for children with special needs.
Diabetes Prediction System Using SVM Alogrithm
Authors: Mhatre Snehal , Dixit Harshada , Jagdale Snehal , Narsale Shital , Kazi Naufil
Published: June 2024

Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disease caused by high blood sugar, which can lead to serious health problems if not properly controlled. Early prediction and timely intervention are crucial for preventing and managing diabetes. This paper presents a Diabetic Prediction System utilizing the Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm, a powerful machine learning technique known for its effectiveness in classification tasks. The proposed system lever- ages a dataset comprising relevant features such as age, body mass index (BMI), family history, and blood pressure to train the SVM model. Data were preprocessed to control for missing values, normalize features, and reduce bias. The SVM algorithm is employed for classification, as it excels in handling high-dimensional data and is capable of finding optimal hyperplanes to separate different classes. The system undergoes a comprehensive evaluation using performance metrics such as accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and area under the receiver operating characteristic curve. The results demonstrate the efficacy of the SVM algorithm in accurately predicting the likelihood of diabetes based on the input features.
Proactive Phishing Website URL Scanner
Authors: Kumar D R Dinesh , Reddy S. Sujeeth , Aditya B. , Neetha T.
Published: June 2024

The proliferation of phishing attacks represents a critical challenge to cybersecurity, necessitating the development of advanced detection systems. Our project, "Phishing Website Detection Using Machine Learning," aims to address this challenge by leveraging sophisticated machine learning algorithms to meticulously analyze and distinguish phishing websites from legitimate ones. By systematically examining various features and patterns within web content, such as URL anomalies, use of secure protocols, and other distinctive markers, the project seeks to accurately identify and classify phishing attempts. The approach encompasses comprehensive data collection, meticulous preprocessing to enhance data quality, and the employment of diverse machine learning models tailored for optimal performance in real-time detection scenarios. This endeavor not only focuses on enhancing online security measures but also on ensuring user-friendly interaction to facilitate widespread adoption. Through the integration of advanced machine learning techniques and a keen focus on the dynamic nature of cyber threats, this project endeavors to contribute significantly to the proactive defense against phishing attacks, thereby bolstering the integrity and trustworthiness of online spaces. A pivotal aspect of our methodology is the adoption of gradient boosting algorithms, a powerful ensemble learning technique renowned for its effectiveness in handling complex and nonlinear data. By integrating gradient boosting into our analysis, we significantly improve the model's ability to learn from and adapt to the intricacies of phishing website characteristics, ensuring a robust detection mechanism. This advanced algorithm iteratively corrects errors from previous models and combines weak predictors to form a strong predictive model, offering unparalleled accuracy in real-time phishing detection. The choice of gradient boosting reflects our commitment to employing cutting-edge technology to tackle the dynamic and evolving nature of cyber threats, balancing detection sensitivity with minimal false positives to ensure a seamless web experience for users.
The Synergy between Machine Learning and Statistics: A Review
Authors: Lakmali SMM
Published: June 2024

Underscoring the interwoven methodologies and shared objectives of Machine Learning (ML) and Statistics, this paper aims to explore the synergy between the two disciplines with the proliferation of large datasets and advanced computational power. The ability of observing accurate insights for complex datasets and addressing real world applications with sophisticated, hybrid approaches can enhance with the convergence of the ML and Statistics. Although the concepts of both disciplines started with distinct origins, two disciplines increasingly intersect, fostering methodological cross fertilization. To improve the generalization and interpretability of ML concepts, statistical techniques such as model selection and regularization can be used while ensemble methods and neural networks exemplify predictive modeling’s statistical applications. By integrating ML to address the challenges in statistics such as fairness, interpretability, robustness, and scalability, statistician can enhance the key feature of statistics more effectively. Overall, combined concepts of ML and statistics not only address the diverse analytical task but it pave the path for Artificial Intelligence and data science by highlighting the main role of their synergy in modern data exploration.
Innovation Strategy and Performance of Manufacturing Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya
Authors: Juma Masoud Idi Ochieng , Ndururi Joseph , Omwenga Jane
Published: June 2024

This study sought to examine the role of innovation strategy on performance of SMEs in Kenya. The study applied Innovation theory. The population of the study was manufacturing SMEs in Nairobi City County, Kenya since Nairobi is a cosmopolitan that is home to several manufacturing SMEs. The target population comprised 538 manufacturing SMEs located in Nairobi City County, Kenya. The study focused on top managers as they primarily handle strategic management issues within organizations. Stratified sampling was employed to select the sample, with the population stratified based on sectors as categorized by the Kenya Manufacturers Association (KMA). The research was underpinned by the positivism philosophy, aiming for an objective understanding of the relationship between innovation strategy implementation and the competitive performance of manufacturing SMEs in Kenya. A cross-sectional survey design was utilized to achieve this objective, integrating both qualitative and quantitative mixed methods. Data collection was carried out through the administration of a questionnaire, following a pilot study to ensure the validity and reliability of the research instruments. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25 software was utilized for data analysis. Qualitative data was subjected to thematic analysis and presented in prose form, while quantitative data underwent descriptive statistical analysis and was presented using tables and figures. The study also computed correlation and regression analysis to test the relationship between study variables and test the research hypothesis. The study also concludes that innovation strategy has a positive and significant effect on the performance of manufacturing SMEs in Kenya. The study revealed that new products, new markets, and product development influence the performance of manufacturing SMEs in Kenya. This implies that improving innovation strategy (new products, new markets, and product development) would improve manufacturing SMEs' performance in Kenya. This study, therefore, recommends that the management of manufacturing SMEs in Kenya should promote an innovative work environment
A Case Study of Safaricom on the Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Kenya's Telecommunications Sector's Competitive Advantage
Authors: Kipngeno Kevin Rono , Wanjiku Jennifer
Published: June 2024

Corporate social responsibility has become a great topic of discussion in recent years, sparking a variety of studies on how it might affect companies' competitive advantage. Corporate social responsibility will have an effect on Safaricom's ability to compete by will be the primary focus of this study. The study targets approximately 250 people within Safaricom using a descriptive research approach and collects data using a Liker-type questionnaire. The survey states unequivocally that establishing corporate social responsibility initiatives is essential to building a strong business reputation. Concurrently, an independent investigation conducted on Safaricom Kenya Limited highlights the noteworthy impacts of corporate social responsibility on the company's reputation, client contentment, allegiance, and overall operational efficiency. This highlights the long- term significance of corporate social responsibility. Acknowledging the existing gap in empirical research linking corporate social responsibility to Safaricom's competitive advantage, the study delineates its primary objective: to investigate corporate social responsibility's impact, specifically focusing on bench marking, diversity supportive ratios, and satisfaction ratios. These goals include characterizing and assessing the influence of bench marking on the competitive advantage of Safaricom determining the deductive impact of evaluating the inferential influence of satisfaction ratios, analyzing the impact of diversity on the competitive advantage of Safaricom Company Limited, and methodically investigating opportunities and challenges in implementing corporate social responsibility initiatives at Safaricom for competitive advantage. The study will incorporate extensive assessments and industry benchmarks to enable comparison and evaluation of the logical relationship between Safaricom's corporate social responsibility activities and competitive advantage in the telecommunications sector. The main goal of this research is to provide insightful information that will ultimately improve the effectiveness of corporate social responsibility policies and have a favorable effect on businesses and society as a whole. The study acknowledges the possible impact of satisfaction ratios and investigates potential relationships between bench marking and diversity ratios with Safaricom's competitive advantage. The ultimate objective of the study is to maximize the efficacy of corporate social responsibility programs by providing useful advice and insights to industry stakeholders, legislators, and Safaricom.
Effect of Communicative Approaches on the Oral Communication Competence of ALS Learners
Authors: Saavedra Rosemell L.
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this phenomenological research study was to describe how teachers overcome their academic stress on the oral communication of ALS learners for school year 2022-2023. At this stage in the research, teachers are experiencing challenges in facilitating the curriculum delivery and management and how they strategize to overcome their difficulty and insights to mitigate such for better learning process among learners. Method used was phenomenological research where assumptions were considered given ten teacher-participants whose responses and identity were treated with utmost confidentiality. Findings revealed that late submission and unanswered modules were the difficulties encountered, however, home visitation, and collaboration among parents found to be the efficient way of overcoming challenges. Future directions for teachers who facilitates the teaching and learning processes and where parents need support from teachers, interpretation can provide opportunities to resist the urge to treat adaptability as only a technical teaching practice; to experience adaptability as a dynamic, complicated, and reciprocal relationship between teacher and student, rather than something that only the teacher invokes; and to explore some of the complex ways such as the effect of communicative approach.
Prediction of Inventory Quantity of Cement Products Using Monte Carlo Method
Authors: Rangkuti Aidawayati , Nugraha Very Millyawan , Nur Muh.
Published: June 2024

Inventory is an important element in company operations with consistent inventory. The method used to control inventory in this study is the Monte Carlo method. This method is a simulation method that can be used as a prediction method to determine future events. The purpose of this study is to determine the optimum accuracy of Tonasa Cement inventory at PT Jaya Mas Utama Makassar with data from 2020-2022. The results show that using the Monte Carlo method is optimal in helping the company PT Jaya Mas Utama Makassar.
The Unsaid in Titles: A Critical Look at Bernard Nanga’s “Les Chauves-Souris” [Bats]
Authors: Ampong Bernard , Manyah Kofi Adu , Kwakye Richard Senyo Kofi , Nartey Melvin , Appiah Francis Douglas , Yegblemenawo Stella Afi Makafui , Anning Paul
Published: June 2024

Having in mind the basic pragmalinguistic principle which argues that traces of the unsaid are always present in our communication and guided by Jacob L. Mey’s assertion that titles can be tricky, this study seeks to explore the elements that influence authors’ choice of titles and the opaque meanings of such titles. This research adopted a pragmatic approach to discourse analysis with the aid of the notions of presuppositions, inferences, argumentative orientations, argumentative scales and the theory of possible worlds. Results indicate that the setting of a literary work, the cultural origin, beliefs and philosophies of its author, the era within which the work is written, and the use of figures of speech, among others, are elements that influence an author’s choice of a title of a literary piece. This study has further revealed that careful consideration of these factors could play a critical role in helping a reader unravel the deeper meaning of the title of a piece of work as well as the entire text. This study is a scholarly contribution to titrology, pragmatics, and discourse analysis. Keywords: Unsaid, Pragmatics, Title, Context, Inference, Metaphor
ROBOT ADOPTION AND URBAN TOTAL FACTOR PRODUCTIVITY: EVIDENCE FROM CHINA
Authors: Li Bowen , Zhou Cai
Published: June 2024

Industrial robots are having a profound and lasting impact on China’s economy. This research examines the deployment of industrial robots and their effects on urban total factor production from theoretical and empirical angles. It is created using panel data from 286 cities at the prefecture level between 2003 and 2017. It is found that: First, robot adoption promotes urban total factor productivity. Second, adopting robots has a more positive influence on urban total factor productivity development in western, underdeveloped, and less market-oriented areas compared to the developed and market-oriented areas in the east. Third, adopting robots could enhance urban innovation vitality, increase total factor productivity, boost industrial agglomeration, and improve technological progress or technical efficiency. Policy enlightenment provided by these findings can guide future technological advancements and promote high-quality city development.
NICER Discovery that SRGA J144459.2–604207 Is an Accreting Millisecond X-Ray Pulsar
Authors: Ng Mason , Ray Paul S. , Sanna Andrea , Strohmayer Tod E. , Papitto Alessandro , Illiano Giulia , Albayati Arianna C. , Altamirano Diego , Boztepe Tuğba , Güver Tolga , Chakrabarty Deepto , Arzoumanian Zaven , Buisson D. J. K. , Ferrara Elizabeth C. , Gendreau Keith C. , Guillot Sebastien , Hare Jeremy , Jaisawal Gaurava K. , Malacaria Christian , Wolff Michael T.
Published: June 2024

We present the discovery, with the Neutron Star Interior Composition Explorer (NICER), that SRGA J144459.2−604207 is a 447.9 Hz accreting millisecond X-ray pulsar (AMXP), which underwent a 4 week long outburst starting on 2024 February 15. The AMXP resides in a 5.22 hr binary, orbiting a low-mass companion donor with M

d
> 0.1 M
⊙. We report on the temporal and spectral properties from NICER observations during the early days of the outburst, from 2024 February 21 through 2024 February 23, during which NICER also detected a type I X-ray burst that exhibited a plateau lasting ∼6 s. The spectra of the persistent emission were well described by an absorbed thermal blackbody and power-law model, with blackbody temperature kT ≈ 0.9 keV and power-law photon index Γ ≈ 1.9. Time-resolved burst spectroscopy confirmed the thermonuclear nature of the burst, where an additional blackbody component reached a maximum temperature of nearly kT ≈ 3 keV at the peak of the burst. We discuss the nature of the companion as well as the type I X-ray burst.
Current Events at Saturn: Ring–Planet Electromagnetic Coupling
Authors: Agiwal Omakshi , Cao Hao , Hsu Hsiang-Wen , Moore Luke , Sulaiman Ali H. , O’Donoghue James , K. Dougherty Michele
Published: June 2024

This study presents a synthesized analysis of in situ and ground-based observations to investigate electromagnetic coupling between Saturn and its rings. During the Cassini Grand Finale, the magnetometer detected gradients in the azimuthal magnetic field B

ϕ
connected to Saturn’s B-ring on 17 out of 21 orbits. The B

ϕ
gradients indicate that field-aligned currents are flowing into Saturn’s B-ring at ∼1.55–1.67 R
S in the ring plane, preferentially in the southern hemisphere. On average, these currents are magnetically conjugate with ground-based observations of nonsolar enhancements in

H

3

+

emissions from Saturn’s ionosphere and detected contemporaneously with ring-sourced, planetward electron beams and field-aligned charged dust grain inflow from the C- and B-rings into Saturn’s atmosphere. Collectively, these observations align with Voyager-era predictions of a phenomenon known as “ring rain,” where charged ring material generated inward of a nominal “critical radius” is drawn into Saturn’s upper atmosphere along the magnetic field. However, we show that the B-ring currents are not likely to be a direct signature of infalling field-aligned ring grains. Instead, we propose that the ring rain generation mechanism naturally results in a sharp gradient in the ionospheric Pedersen conductance at the ∼1.57–1.67 R
S boundary, which, combined with a
v
×
B
electric field in the ring ionosphere, could drive the observed B-ring currents. The Pedersen conductance in the high-conductance region of the southern ring ionosphere is constrained to ∼0.07–2 S and is observed to vary within this range on week-long timescales.
The main forest species encountered in southern and central Benin, West Africa
Authors: AIKPON Gorgias , Koura Kourouma , Ganglo Jean
Published: June 2024

The south of Benin, a country in West Africa, is still home to remnants of dense forests that benefit from a particularly rainy sub-equatorial climate, with annual rainfall of up to 1,200 mm. These forest ecosystems are an integral part of the West African forest block, which stretches from Liberia to Togo. However, despite their richness and ecological importance, these forests are unfortunately subject to strong human pressures, particularly from slash-and-burn agriculture, intensive logging and the growing urbanisation of coastal areas. Preserving these forests is crucial, however, as they are home to remarkable plant and animal biodiversity, with many endemic species. What's more, these forests play an essential role in regulating the local climate, protecting soil and water resources, as well as providing local populations with a vital source of energy wood, non-timber forest products and support for their traditional agricultural practices. Faced with these conservation challenges, identifying and characterising the main forest species and their ecology is an essential prerequisite for implementing sustainable management and restoration strategies for these threatened forest ecosystems in southern Benin. This work aims to identify and draw attention to the different forest species present in southern and central Benin.

The dataset provides information on forest species found in southern and central Benin, West Africa. This dataset is extremely useful for forestry research, as it focuses mainly on the various forest species of major importance. It can be used as a basis for characterising individuals or populations of species, based on their abundance in relation to anthropic pressure and changes in environmental conditions.

These species are characteristic of forests and above all are of particular interest both to populations and to managers of protected areas. Field collections were initiated in 2007 as part of natural forest inventory work. The data collected has been completed by various field works that followed this work on forest species in southern Benin. The latest version of the dataset is publicly and freely accessible on the GBIF website at the address https://www.gbif.org/dataset/aff3a10a-a86b-4eff-98e4-d63f92fd6f7e.

It should be noted that the fact that the collection and monitoring were carried out in southern Benin, a region known for its great diversity of species, over a period of 10 years make these data, particularly relevant information to study the effects of climate change and human pressure on ecosystems in this area.
Factors affecting scum formation and the use of electronic nose to identify fundamental odor properties in urban estuaries
Authors: Casila Joan Cecilia , Okuyama Ryohei , Yokoyama Katsuhide
Published: June 2024

The foul odor of rivers is often linked to poor water quality and unhealthy air. In this study, variations in water quality and hydrodynamics near the confluence of the Shakujii and Sumida Rivers in Tokyo, Japan, were monitored, and their effects on sum generation were analyzed. The Shakujii River, facing scum and odor issues, was monitored hourly for on-site scum coverage. Samples of scum, sediment, and water were collected and subjected to odor analysis. The odor characteristics were assessed using an electronic nose odor machine and then correlated with human olfactory sense. Results indicated that salinity, dissolved oxygen (DO), rainfall, sediment, and topography influenced scum formation. Scum coverage was higher when salinity was below 1 psu and DO was below 6 mg/L. Organic acids (14.2%) and hydrogen sulfide (14.4%) were the primary odor components of sediment in the Shakujii River. In the Sumida River sediments, organic acids (4%) and sulfurs (1%) were prominent. The Shakujii River sediment exhibited the highest odor index and showed a 62.43% similarity with scum. These results could support efforts to address scum and odor issues in the area. They could provide new insights into on-site formation based on actual river hydrodynamics and water quality variations.

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Resolving the issues of translocated species in freshwater invasions
Authors: Tarkan Ali Serhan , Kurtul Irmak , Błońska Dagmara , Britton J. Robert , Haubrock Phillip J.
Published: June 2024

Biological invasions, driven by human-mediated species movements, pose significant threats to global ecosystems and economies. The classification of non-native species is a complex issue intertwining ecological considerations and ethical concerns. The need for nuanced and less ambiguous terminology is emphasised, considering biogeographic, evolutionary, and ecological principles. In-country translocations of native species into ecosystems in which they do not naturally occur, are often overlooked and are the least regulated among species movements, despite being increasingly common in conservation. Our case studies, spanning various ecosystems and taxa, illustrate the diverse impacts of translocations on native species and ecosystems. The challenges associated with translocated species underscore the urgency for robust risk management strategies and rigorous monitoring. A comprehensive and adaptable management framework that considers translocated species for evidence-based management decisions is critical for navigating the complexities of translocations effectively, ensuring the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystem sustainability.