bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Breaking Barriers: A Comprehensive Study on Financial Literacy Impacting Women Entrepreneurs' Financial Behavior
Authors: Dangcil Angelica Y , Ruiz Mary Alexia A , Mateo Mary Rose R , Alejo Jessica A
Published: July 2024

Several studies have shown that financial literacy is crucial in the business world. Those who are more financially literate tend to manage debt and investment better. Hence, financial literacy is paramount for entrepreneurs, particularly women entrepreneurs, to assist them in their daily transactions. The study explores the link between financial literacy and financial behaviour among women entrepreneurs in Ilocos Norte, Philippines. The study employed a quantitative research design and analyzed survey data collected from 377 women entrepreneurs using structural equation modelling to explore the relationship between financial literacy and financial behaviour. The data collected revealed that women entrepreneurs have sufficient financial literacy. Furthermore, the findings showed that financial behaviour is positively influenced by financial literacy, as demonstrated by linear regression analysis.
Effects of Human Resource Management Practices on Corporate Entrepreneurship at a State Agency in South Africa
Authors: Nthangeni Aluwani , Lebambo Marcia
Published: July 2024

Organisations face rapid changes brought about by economic, political, social and technological changes. These changes compel organisations to review their business strategies and turn to CE as an ultimate source of competitive advantage. Furthermore, the human resource management (HRM) function is crucial in formulating competencies and supporting organisations in achieving their strategic objectives. This study sought to determine the effects of HRM practices on CE at a South African state-owned agency. The study adopted a qualitative single case study design using semi-structured interviews through Microsoft Teams. A purposive sample of nine top management and human resources employees participated in the study. The interviews were recorded and subsequently analysed using ATLAS.ti 23. The study shows that three HRM practices, namely, recruitment and selection, training and development, and performance appraisal, positively affect the adoption of CE at the North West Development Corporation (NWDC) in South Africa. The study provides practical guidance on how state agencies can effectively invest and promote entrepreneurial behaviour for optimal performance. The study contributes to the body of knowledge by proposing a revised conceptual framework for increasing CE in HRM systems for internal innovation performance by incorporating HRM practices. This framework includes HRM practices such as job design, recruitment, training, performance appraisal, and compensation. Furthermore, the study introduces organisational development as a strategic contributor to the successful implementation of this framework.
Use of the Simple Multicriteria Decision-Making (MCDM) Method for Optimization of the High-Alloy Steel Cutting Processby the Abrasive Water Jet
Authors: Kawecka Elzbieta ,   Faculty of Technology, Jacob of Paradise University, Chopina 52, 66-400 Gorzow Wielkopolski, Poland, Perec Andrzej , Radomska-Zalas Aleksandra ,   Faculty of Technology, Jacob of Paradise University, Chopina 52, 66-400 Gorzow Wielkopolski, Poland,   Gorzow Technology Center, Targowa 9, 66-400 Gorzow Wielkopolski, Poland
Published: July 2024

In the case of advanced manufacturing technologies, which include Abrasive Water Jet Machining, optimization of control parameters is necessary to achieve appropriate efficiency and quality. One of the optimization methods used in the presented research is SAW, from the Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) group. In multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) situations, the criterion weights are crucial components that have a big impact on the outcomes. A novel technique called MEREC (MEthod based on the Removal Effects of Criteria) was presented to find the objective weights of the criteria. The research covered cutting high-alloy steel using AWJ, under the Design of Experiment (DoE) within the L9 orthogonal table. Abrasive flow rate, pressure, and feed were selected as control parameters. The cutting depth (beneficial) and the roughness of the cut surface Sa (non-beneficial) were taken as the output parameters. The result of the research is the determination of the impact of individual control parameters and the determination of a set of control parameters from the point of view of efficiency and quality.
Climate change, health, and equity _An investigation of European literature: Protocol for a systematic literature review
Authors: Radatus-Smith Nicola , Jatkar Harshavardhan , van Daalen Kim , Donato Francesca De’ , Rapti Chrysanthi , Tonne Cathryn , Hamilton Ian
Published: July 2024

This report describes a protocol for a systematic review at the nexus of the subject areas of climate change, health, and equity. This protocol follows the PRISMA-P guidelines for reporting the systematic review and meta-analysis protocols. The presented protocol, titled ‘Climate change, health, and equity: An investigation of European literature’, are uploaded as an OSF preprint prospectively. The resulting database of articles chosen through the study selection process will be uploaded on OSF Projects, also titled ‘Climate change, health and equity: An investigation of European literature’. All authors contributed to the development of the protocol and Ian Hamilton will act as a guarantor of the systematic review. The primary objective of this review is to investigate the existing literature at the intersection of climate, health, and equity in Europe. This review seeks to (1) identify gaps and ask questions, (2) develop a comparative analysis of existing frameworks on climate justice and health justice to identify synergies and intersections in disciplinary understanding, and (3) influence future research in this area.
Leakage explains the apparent superiority of Bayesian random effect models – a preregistered comment on Claessens, Kyritsis and Atkinson (2023)
Authors: Wolfer Sascha , Koplenig Alexander
Published: July 2024

In a previous study, Claessens, Kyritsis, and Atkinson (CKA) demonstrated the importance of controlling for geographic proximity and cultural similarity in cross-national analyses. Based on a simulation study, CKA showed that methods commonly used to control for spatial and cultural non-independence are insufficient in reducing false positives while maintaining the ability to detect true effects. CKA strongly advocate the use of Bayesian random effect models in such situations, arguing that among the studied model types, they are the only ones that reduced false positives while maintaining high statistical power. However, in this comment, we argue that the apparent superiority of such models is overstated by CKA due to a form of methodological circularity called 'leakage' in statistics and machine learning, because the same proximity matrix is used both to generate the simulated data and as an input to only the Bayesian models for comparison. When this leakage is controlled for, we show that Bayesian models do not outperform most other methods.
Sharing Electricity over Money: Third-Person Perspectives on Human-Robot Dictator Game Outcomes
Authors: Potinteu Andreea Elena , Said Nadia , Anders Gerrit , Huff Markus
Published: July 2024

With the increasing integration of robots into various facets of human life, understanding prosociality towards robots emerges as a crucial research endeavour. Across two studies (N = 117 and N = 310), we adopt a third-person perspective to investigate different outcomes of the Dictator Game paradigm. Participants were tasked with evaluating the shared allocation of distinct resources (Study 1: money, access to electricity; Study 2: money, access to electricity, food, and electronic tools). Results reveal that only ~24% of responses, as averaged for the two studies, indicated a preference for non-sharing across all resource types and shared amounts. For Study 1 and 2, we find that people tend to agree to the sharing of access to electricity over money. Additionally, for Study 2 findings suggest a tendency towards greater sharing of electronic tools and lesser sharing of food, compared to access to electricity. Moreover, perceptions of robot trustworthiness corresponded to a preference for sharing higher resource quantities. This relationship was mediated by participant gender as well as robot related risk and opportunity perception. These findings provide valuable insights into the socio-cognitive mechanisms underlying human perceptions of sharing behaviors with robots. Our studies indicate an emerging societal expectation regarding the types and extent of resources to be shared with robots, thus contributing to the delineation of evolving social norms towards robots. Furthermore, the results shed light on the nuanced dynamics of human-robot interaction, enriching our comprehension of how humans navigate social exchanges with artificial agents.
Autistic adolescents and their experiences of physical education at school
Authors: Waddington Esther , Sadler Dora , Jachyra Patrick , Armstrong Joe , Riby Deborah M , Hanley Mary
Published: July 2024

Background and purpose: Autistic adolescents experience difficulties participating in physical education (PE) at school. This is a significant problem as they are less likely to experience the manifold benefits of PE such as physical and mental well-being benefits. There is little research with autistic adolescents examining how to support their participation in PE, with even less research that has included their perspectives. There is a need for these insights as pupils in the United Kingdom (UK) are expected to engage with PE up to the age of 16-years. This exploratory study examined the perspectives of autistic adolescents about their school PE experiences, with specific focus on elements of anxiety, sensory experiences, and social differences. These aspects were a key focus as they are known to impact school engagement and daily functioning. However, they have not been previously studied in relation to PE participation.Research Design: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 autistic adolescents currently attending mainstream secondary schools in the UK (aged 12-16 years, 3 female, 6 male, 2 genderfluid/nonbinary). Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. Findings: Four themes were identified: ‘Social situations in PE are challenging’; ‘PE lessons are like a marathon of anxiety’; ‘The environment and setting in PE make me feel overwhelmed’; and ‘I enjoy PE lessons when I feel comfortable’. Each of these interrelated themes played a pivotal role in shaping their enjoyment, participation and experiences of PE. Conclusion: This study prioritises the voices of autistic adolescents in relation to their experiences of PE at school. Results of this study provide practical implications for increasing PE access and engagement based on their needs, interests and abilities. The paper highlights how the use of continuous provision may be a potential pedagogical approach to support the PE participation of autistic children and adolescents. Raising awareness about anxiety, sensory experiences, and social differences and its impact on PE and broader experiences and performance at school is also offered.
A multimodal analysis of online information foraging in health-related topics based on Stimulus-Engagement Alignment: a feasibility study
Authors: Zörgő Szilvia , Peters Gjalt - Jorn Ygram , Jeney Anna , Kovács Szilárd Dávid , Crutzen Rik
Published: July 2024

Background:The recent increase in online health information-seeking prompted extensive user appraisal of encountered content. Information consumption depends crucially on the quality of encountered information and the user’s ability to recognize the quality of encountered information; yet, within the context of online, organic search behavior, few studies take into account both these aspects simultaneously.Objectives:We aimed to explore a method to bridge these two aspects and grant even consideration to both the stimulus (webpage content) and the user (ability to appraise encountered content). We examined novices and experts in information retrieval and appraisal to demonstrate a novel approach to studying Information Foraging Theory: Stimulus-Engagement Alignment (SEA).Methods:We sampled from experts and novices in information retrieval and assessment, asking participants to conduct a 10-minute search task with a specific information goal. We employed an observational and a retrospective think-aloud protocol to collect data within the framework of an interview. Data from three streams (think-aloud, human-computer interaction, and screen content) were manually coded in the ROCK standard and subsequently aligned and represented in a tabularized format with the R package {rock}. SEA scores were derived from designated code co-occurrences in the stimulus data stream versus the think-aloud and human-computer interaction data streams. Results:SEA scores represented a meaningful comparison of what participants encountered and what they engaged with. Operationalizing codes as either “present” or “absent” in a particular data stream allowed us to inspect not only which credibility cues participants engaged with the most frequency, but also whether participants noticed the absence of cues. Code co-occurrence frequencies could thus indicate case-, time-, and context-sensitive information appraisal that also takes into account the quality of information encountered.Discussion:Employing SEA allowed us to retain epistemic access to idiosyncratic manifestations of both stimuli and engagement, but also, via utilizing the same coding scheme and designated co-occurrences across participants, be able to pinpoint trends within our sample and subsamples. We believe our approach lends a powerful analysis encompassing the breadth and depth of data, both on par with each other in the feat of understanding organic, online search behavior.
Does a Small Country Have Meaningful Regional Personality Differences? The Case of Estonia
Authors: Xu Ling , Götz Friedrich Martin , Ebert Tobias , Silm Siiri , Vainik Uku , Johnson Wendy , Mõttus René
Published: July 2024

Regional differences in the Big Five personality domains have been observed in several countries at different geographical granularities, often correlating with regional political, economic, social and health (PESH) indicators. We examined the extent of regional personality differences in Estonia and whether these differences were meaningfully correlated with PESH indicators. Using data from the Estonian Biobank (N = 72,268; 7% of the adult population, providing unprecedented representativeness), we tested regional personality differences and their relations with PESH indicators with and without spatial smoothing. We found that regional Big Five scores varied by 1.19 (Extraversion) to 2.78 (Openness) T-score units across counties (N = 15) and by 2.80 (Extraversion) to 4.74 (Openness) units across municipalities (n = 74). Also, the correlations with the PESH indicators at the county and municipality levels persisted even after controlling for gender, age and spatial dependency, and were moderately consistent with our predictions (r = .23 to .30) and between at the county and municipality levels (r = .41). Estonian residents tended to be similar in personality traits regardless of their location, replicat-ing results from other countries. Yet, small regional personality domain differences could rep-resent valid and possibly consequential psychological variation.
Assessing Healthcare Rights and Responsibilities under the Constitutional Orders of Mainland China and the Special Administrative Regions
Authors: Solaiman Barry
Published: July 2024

This chapter explores the relevant constitutional provisions and laws in mainland China and the Special Administrative Regions (SARs) of Hong Kong (HK) and Macau concerning the ‘right to health’ for citizens. Cultural norms surrounding the role of doctors and the family in medical decision-making are also factors that ought to be balanced in the understanding of individual autonomy. The authorities have sought to ensure that right to health by prioritising health and fitness in their development strategies, placing greater emphasis on prevention and ensuring basic medical services are non-profit. China has grappled with this challenge for decades with some success, albeit with room for improvement. Health expenditure has consistently increased year on year since the early 2000s. The SARs of HK and Macau have articulated provisions concerning healthcare in their mini-constitutions, known as the ‘basic laws’. The Basic Law of HK states only that the Government of HK will formulate policies to ‘improve medical and health services’.
Effect of Gender, Migration, and Family Support on Socio-Economic Well-Being of Nepalese Youth
Authors: Hatawal Prabha
Published: July 2024

This study explored the interplay between gender dynamics, migration experiences, and family support and their impact on the socio-economic well-being of Nepali youth. A structured questionnaire was administered to 384 Nepali youth aged 18-34 years using a convenience sampling design. With the diversified participant profile, the descriptive analysis found that there is negative impact of traditional gender norms on welfare, while migration experiences and strong family support had positive socio-economic effects. Empirical correlations supported the hypotheses, emphasizing the need for gender-specific interventions and policies. The study advocates for approaches that consider migration experiences, family support, and the reconfiguration of traditional gender roles. It provides valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners, emphasizing the importance of addressing gender inequalities, formulating migration policies, and strengthening family support systems. Specific strategies, including counseling programs and services, are necessary to alleviate the socio-economic challenges faced by Nepali youth. The study offers a framework for designing effective programs and interventions that consider the complex relationship between gender development, migration experiences, family support, and the socio-economic well-being of Nepali youth.
Impact of Financial Behaviors on the Financial Wellbeing of Vegetable Farmers in Bhaktapur District
Authors: Subedi Dhruba Prasad , Bhandari Dilli Ram
Published: July 2024

Financial wellbeing is the overall state of an individual's financial health. It reflects the balance between income, expenses, savings, investments, and debt management, ultimately influencing one's financial resilience and quality of life. This study investigates the impact of financial behavior in relation to saving, spending, investment and borrowing on financial wellbeing among vegetable farmers in Bhaktapur District. Required primary data were collected using a structured questionnaire administered through random sampling technique. The respondents comprised 205 vegetables farmers of who produce and sell vegetables in the market. The Smart PLS 4.0 was used to analyze the structural relationships within the proposed theoretical model. The findings validated the set hypotheses that saving behavior, spending behavior, and investment behavior significantly influence financial wellbeing, indicating that prudent financial practices positively contribute to economic stability and growth. However, borrowing behavior does not show a significant effect on financial wellbeing, suggesting that while access to credit may be important, its management and utilization are critical factors to consider for sustainable financial health. Based on the result, policymakers and stakeholders can tailor interventions to enhance financial literacy, improve access to appropriate financial services, and promote sustainable agricultural development in the region. Ultimately, these findings can lead to more informed policies and initiatives aimed at bolstering the financial resilience and livelihoods of vegetable farmers.
An Analysis of Remittance and Private Consumption in Nepal
Authors: Lamsal Mani Ratna
Published: July 2024

In recent decades, the increasing inflow of remittances and their benefits to originating countries have become an emerging issue in migration and development in the world economy. The government and household members of the country of origin have been taking the maximum possible advantages of remittances in various fields, and it is becoming a more stable source of external finance. However, around 80 percent of remittance received by households is used only for consumption purposes in Nepal. Despite the increasing importance of remittance in the Nepalese economy, the relationship between remittance and private consumption has not yet been adequately studied. Hence, the prime objective of this paper is to analyze the effects of remittance on private consumption expenditure in Nepal. The ARDL bounds testing model is employed in the study to identify the effects of remittance on private consumption in Nepal. The time series data for 20 years, 2001-2020, are collected from various government sources, such as the Ministry of Finance, Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), and the National Statistics Office. This study finds a positive and significant relationship between remittances and private consumption in Nepal. The impact of other control variables like GDP is positive and significant for consumption. However, the consumer price index has a negative effect on consumption. The Nepal government and other concerned agencies should encourage sending remittances only from formal banking channels that could help with capital formation and thereby investment and job creation in Nepal. It also solves the liquidity crisis and foreign exchange constraints in the nation.
Evaluating Lakes Boundary Change: A Case Study from Ward Number 26 of Pokhara Metropolitan City
Authors: Kuikel Sudeep , Subedi Srijana , Pangali Sharma Til Prasad
Published: July 2024

Lakes are crucial for their multi-faceted services, including drinking water, irrigation, tourism, and more. Understanding their status, including area coverage, is important, and continuous monitoring is essential. Lakes can be monitored through various approaches, ranging from traditional ground-based surveys to advanced earth observation satellites. This study aimed to monitor several lakes in Ward Number 26 of Pokhara Metropolitan City, including Khaste, Neurini, and Gunde Lakes, using high-resolution cadastral maps, ground-based field surveys, and Sentinel-2 earth observation satellites. Additionally, focus group discussions and key informant interviews were conducted. Supervised land use and land cover classification and the Normalized Difference Water Index method were employed to determine the area of each lake in 2017 and 2021. The focus group discussions and key informant interviews investigated factors affecting lake dynamics. The study found that climate change, land use change, floods, water abstraction, and landslides are major factors contributing to changes in lake areas. The results showed that the satellite-derived lake boundaries were smaller than those indicated on the cadastral map. Ground surveys using total station equipment also revealed that Khaste Lake shrunk by 6122.73 m² (0.01 km²), Neurini Lake lost 474.95 m² (0.00005 km²), and Gunde Lake shrunk by 4226 m² (0.004 km²) due to encroachment. Although satellite images are useful for detecting large-scale changes, this study indicates that the lake boundary areas identified through satellite imagery were smaller than those delineated by cadastral maps and ground surveys. This suggests that remote sensing analysis alone is insufficient for studying small lake boundary changes and should be combined with ground-based surveys. Therefore, a combination of satellite images and ground-based surveys is recommended for accurately and comprehensively detecting changes in lake areas.
Urban Climate Change in Populated Kathmandu Valley, Nepal: A Case Study
Authors: Pantha Kapil , Aryal Babita , Shrestha Aman
Published: July 2024

Kathmandu Valley, the capital and commercial hub of Nepal, is experiencing rapid and unmanaged urbanization, leading to poor environmental conditions. The population, a key indicator of urbanization, has been growing at an average rate of 2.08% per year. This population growth from 1990 to 2021 has significantly altered land use, resulting in increased temperatures and transforming the valley into an Urban Heat Island (UHI). This study examines the effects of UHI by comparing normalized Land Surface Temperature (LST) in Kathmandu Valley and assessing the influence of land use changes on UHI intensity between 1990 and 2021. The result shows that built-up area has expanded by 30.7% of the total area, while the agricultural area has decreased by 33.59%. These changes in land use and land cover have caused a significant temperature increase at a rate of 0.038 °C per year. Green space density, measured by the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), has declined from 35.59% to 29.17%, being replaced by built-up areas. LST is inversely related to the presence of surface vegetation. The UHI phenomenon is observed to be stronger in urban centers such as Tribhuvan International Airport, Patan industrial area, Kritipur, and Kalanki, while it is weaker in semi-urban regions like Suryabinayak and Godawari. As climate change poses significant health and environmental challenges, adaptation has become a major issue for developing countries. Therefore, it is essential to implement change control and mitigation strategies specifically tailored to each urban region.
Subxiphoid thoracoscopic thymectomy in a young female with seropositive Myasthenia Gravis: A case report
Authors: Tiwari Manoj , Thakur Binay , Shun Zhenqing , Khatiwada Sagar , Bhattarai Sachee
Published: July 2024

Case: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease that occurs at the neuromuscular junction and characterized by weakness of voluntary skeletal muscles which may be generalized or localized with an incidence of 4.1 to 30 cases per million person-years. MG is diagnosed clinically and by measuring the level of acetylcholine receptor antibodies, Muscle specific kinase antibodies and Low-density lipoprotein receptor related protein-4 antibodies. Patient is managed conservatively with cholinesterase inhibitor (pyridostigmine), prednisone, Mycophenolate mofetil and surgically by thymectomy. Here we present a case of a 27-year female who was known case of seropositive Myasthenia gravis for five years who underwent a novel technique of subxiphoid thymectomy.
Analysis of PAF and NAF Tests Using NAPP and ANC Methods at Hajak Site, North Barito, Central Borneo
Authors: Sandan Stephani , Nurcholis Muhammad
Published: July 2024

Acid mine drainage (AMD) is a significant challenge for the global coal mining industry, necessitating specialized treatment to prevent its occurrence. A crucial step in AMD prevention is identifying rocks that contribute to its formation. These rocks are classified into Potential Acid-Forming (PAF) rocks and Non-Acid-Forming (NAF) rocks. PAF rocks have the potential to produce acid, while NAF rocks do not. Laboratory analyses, including Maximum Potential Acidity (MPA), Acid Neutralizing Capacity (ANC), Net Acid Producing Potential (NAPP), and Net Acid Generating (NAG) tests, identified 3 sample points with potential PAF characteristics out of 35 samples tested (see Table 3.1). Among these, 2 sample points were classified as Potential Acid Forming-Low Capacity, and 1 sample point was categorized as Potential Acid Forming-Medium Capacity (NAG pH 4.5, NAPP 10 kg H2SO4/ton). The acidity level of mine water resulting from landfilling varies significantly based on the mineral content and landfilling techniques used. Mined material with high carbonate mineral content tends to have lower acidity levels in leachate and can even neutralize formed acid. The stockpiling strategy implemented involves layering PAF material followed by a final cover of NAF material and a rooting zone to mitigate acid formation.
A study of the effect of yoga and step aerobic activities on circulatory endurance
Authors: Sarla Devpal D. , Patel Gitaben M.
Published: July 2024

The aim of this study was to study the effect of yoga and step aerobic activities on circulatory endurance. For this research study the student brothers of Mount Litera Zee School Gandhidham were selected as subjects. In this research study, students in the age group of 14 to 17 years were randomly selected. A total of 90 students were selected as subjects in this research study. In which 30 students were kept in yoga, 30 students in step aerobic exercise group and 30 students in control group. Circulatory endurance was measured by Cooper's 12-minute run/walk test. One way analysis of covariance (One Way Analysis of Covariance) test was applied to find out the effects on yoga training group and step aerobic training group. Differences between means were tested at 0.05 level by Least Significant Difference Post Hoc test. The findings of which were seen as follows. A twelve (12) week yoga training and step aerobic training program of the method significantly improved circulatory endurance in selected subjects.
Abstract in Gujarati Language: આ અભ્યાસનો હેતુ યોગ અને સ્ટેપ એરોબિક પ્રવૃત્તિઓ દ્વારા રૂધિરાભિસરણ સહનશક્તિ પર થતી અસરનો અભ્યાસ કરવાનો હતો. આ સંશોધન અભ્યાસ માટે માઉન્ટ લીટેરા ઝી સ્કુલ ગાંધીધામના વિદ્યાર્થી ભાઈઓને વિષયપાત્રો તરીકે પસંદ કરવામાં આવ્યા હતા. આ સંશોધન અભ્યાસમાં 14 થી 17 વર્ષની વયજૂથ ધરાવતા વિદ્યાર્થી ભાઈઓને યાદ્દચ્છિક પદ્ધતિથી પસંદ કરવામાં આવ્યા હતા. આ સંશોધન અભ્યાસમાં કુલ 90 વિદ્યાર્થીઓને વિષયપાત્રો તરીકે પસંદ કરવામાં આવ્યા હતા. જેમાં 30 વિદ્યાર્થીઓને યોગ, 30 વિદ્યાર્થીઓને સ્ટેપ એરોબિક એકસરસાઈઝ જૂથ અને 30 વિદ્યાર્થીઓને નિયંત્રિત જૂથમાં રાખવામાં આવ્યા હતા. માપનના ધોરણમાં રૂધિરાભિસરણ સહનશક્તિનું માપન કૂપરની 12 મિનિટ દોડ/ચાલ કસોટી દ્વારા કરવામાં આવ્યું હતું. યોગ તાલીમ જૂથ અને સ્ટેપ એરોબિક તાલીમ જૂથ પર થતી અસરો જાણવા એક માર્ગીય વિચરણ સહવિચરણ પૃથક્કરણ (One Way Analysis of Covariance) કસોટી લાગુ પાડી મધ્યકો વચ્ચેના તફાવતોને Least Significant Difference Post Hoc કસોટી દ્વારા 0.05 કક્ષાએ સાર્થકતા ચકાસવામાં આવી હતી. જેના તારણો આ પ્રમાણે જોવા મળ્યા હતા. પદ્ધત્તિસરના બાર (12) અઠવાડિયાના યોગતાલીમ અને સ્ટેપ એરોબિક તાલીમ કાર્યક્રમથી પસંદ થતા વિષયપાત્રોની રૂધિરાભિસરણ સહનશક્તિમાં નોંધપાત્ર સુધારો જોવા મળ્યો હતો.
Keywords: યોગ, એરોબિક, રૂધિરાભિસરણ, યોગતાલીમ
Alaska
Authors: Dagley Amy L.
Published: July 2024

This paper examines Alaska’s education spending for fiscal year 2023, and the budget for 2024. Alaska’s funding priorities are highlighted in this study, such as increased funding for the state’s literacy act and an increase in the funding formula through a per student increase in the base student allocation. Alaska continues to address funding issues surrounding federal Title VII Impact Aid as well as finding ways to recruit and retain teachers.
New Mexico
Authors: Epps Lauren G. , Hulett Caroline B. , Bennett Patrick D. , Martínez Davíd G.
Published: July 2024

New Mexico consummately evaluates its P-20 education system, including relevant funding to address educational inequities throughout the state. Now in her second term, New Mexico governor Michelle Lujan Grisham emphasizes education as a top priority, including increased funding for K-12 and higher education. This manuscript provides an overview of Governor Lujan Grisham’s budget for education and subsequent legislation, including New Mexico’s funding priorities for P-12 and/or higher education, pressing issues in the P-20 educational landscape, and the major human resources management initiatives being funded by New Mexico’s budget.
Sectoral Volatility in Borsa Istanbul: A GARCH-based Comparative Analysis
Authors: Bulut Emre
Published: July 2024

This study delved into the complex landscape of sectoral volatility dynamics within Borsa Istanbul, a dynamic emerging market, using the Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity (GARCH) model. By analyzing a dataset spanning from March 1, 2013, to August 16, 2023, the research examined how different sectors respond to market shocks and how these responses vary across sectors. The findings revealed distinct volatility behaviors among sectors, with the BIST Financial Leasing Index (FINK) displaying heightened vulnerability to external shocks, while the BIST Banking Index (BNK) and BIST Financial Index (MALI) exhibited comparatively milder volatility responses. Policymakers, regulators, and investors can utilize these insights to tailor risk management strategies, enhance market stability, and construct portfolios that align with risk preferences. This research enriches the understanding of sectoral dynamics in emerging markets, offering a foundation for future investigations into the intricate interplay between sectors, shocks, and volatility patterns.
Pemanfaatan Artificial Intelligence (AI) Pada Penyusunan Aksi Nyata Paltform Merdeka Mengajar di SDN 02 Medalkrisna
Authors: Sari Rafika , Sari Ratna , Ramdhania Khairunnisa Fadhilla , Juhanda
Published: July 2024

This training program is designed to enhance the competency of elementary school teachers in developing practical actions on the Merdeka Mengajar Platform (PMM) by utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. Through the use of Turnitin for plagiarism checks and Gamma for document preparation, the program aims to ensure that the work produced is original and well-structured. The training involves teachers in intensive sessions that include the introduction and use of Turnitin to detect plagiarism, as well as Gamma to assist in preparing practical action documents that meet Kemendikbud's validation standards. The results of the training show a significant improvement in teachers' ability to produce creative, innovative, and compliant practical actions according to the assessment criteria. Teachers participating in this program can produce more professional and plagiarism-free documents, thanks to the constructive feedback from AI. Furthermore, the resulting practical action documents have a clear and attractive structure, facilitating the validation process. This program also encourages the formation of a learning community among teachers, where they share best practices and support continuous improvement. Thus, this training program not only enhances teachers' digital competence but also contributes to the overall improvement of education quality. The use of AI in education becomes an important step in preparing teachers to face challenges in the digital era.
Mantle-plume model for the Zun-Kholba orogenic gold deposit (Eastern Sayan, Russia): results of mineralogical, Rb-Sr and 40Ar-39Ar geochronological and Pb-Pb isotopic studies
Authors: Chugaev A. V. , Anikina E. Yu. , Bortnikov N. S. , Aristov V. V. , Travin A. V. , Borisovich B. D. , Rassokhina I. V. , Igorevna O. T.
Published: July 2024

The large Zun-Kholba deposit, belonging to a numerous group of orogenic-type gold deposits, is in the Eastern Sayan (Russia) – a segment of the Altai-Sayan fold system of the Central Asian Orogenic Belt. The paper discusses the results of mineralogical, geochemical, geochronological and Pb-isotopic studies of gold mineralization, the purpose of which was to verify the genetic model of the deposit. Mineralogical and geochemical data obtained for ore bodies located between hypsometric levels from 1290 to 2090 m indicate a complex distribution of mineral associations at the deposit. There is no vertical and horizontal zonation in the distribution of mineral associations, in the chemical composition of the main ore minerals, as well as in the content of impurity elements in them. In dating ore-forming processes at the Zun-Kholba deposit, a comprehensive approach based on the study of K-Ar and Rb-Sr isotope systems of metasomatites was applied. The combination of Rb-Sr and 40Ar-39Ar methods allowed us to determine that the age of gold mineralization is 411 ± 2 Ma, while the age of the superimposed event, which is associated with redistribution of ore, as well as disturbance of the Rb-Sr and K-Ar isotopic systems of metasomatites, is about 380 Ma. Pb-Pb isotopic study of ore mineralization at the deposit and host Precambrian rocks allowed to prove the leading contribution of the latter in ore lead supply to the mineral-forming system. The model of formation of the Zun-Kholba orogenic gold deposit assumes a genetic relationship between ore-forming processes and intraplate alkaline mafic magmatism due to the impact of the plume in the Early Devonian time on the lithosphere of the Tuva-Mongolian terrane.
Long noncoding RNAs MEG3, TUG1, and hsa-miR-21-3p are potential diagnostic biomarkers for coronary artery disease
Authors: Abdelgawad M. , Abdallah H. Y. , Fareed A. , Ahmed A. E.
Published: July 2024

Peripheral blood biomarkers are of particular importance to diagnose certain diseases including coronary artery disease (CAD) due to their non-invasiveness. Investigating the expression of noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs) paves the way to early disease diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. Consequently, in this research, we aimed to investigate a panel of ncRNAs as potential biomarkers in patients with coronary artery disease. Two different groups have been designed (control and CAD). All participants were subjected to interviews and clinical examinations. Peripheral blood samples were collected, and plasma was extracted. At the same time, target ncRNAs have been selected based on literature review and bioinformatic analysis, and later they underwent investigation using quantitative real-time PCR. The selected panel encompassed the long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) MEG3, TUG1, and SRA1, and one related microRNA (miRNA): hsa-miR-21-3p. We observed statistically significant upregulation in MEG3, TUG1, and hsa-miR21-3p in CAD patients compared to control participants (p-value 0.01). Nevertheless, SRA1 exhibited downregulation with no statistical significance (p-value 0.05). All ncRNAs under study displayed a significantly strong correlation with disease incidence, age, and smoking. Network construction revealed a strong relationship between MEG3 and TUG1. ROC analysis indicated high potentiality for hsa-miR-21-3p to be a promising biomarker for CAD. Moreover, MEG3 and TUG1 displayed distinguished diagnostic discrimination but less than hsa-miR-21-3p, all of them exhibited strong statistical significance differences between CAD and control groups. Conclusively, this research pinpointed that MEG3, TUG1, and hsa-miR-21-3p are potential biomarkers of CAD incidence and diagnosis.
Genome stability of Bacillus velezensis after two-year exposure in open space
Authors: Fialkina S. V. , Dshevaya E. A. , Rakitin A. L. , Orlov O. I.
Published: July 2024

Spore-forming bacteria have a unique resistance to negative environmental conditions, including aggressive space factors, and are an excellent model for studying adaptation mechanisms and survival strategies at the molecular level. The study analyzed the genome of Bacillus velezensis, which remained viable after a two-year exposure in outer space on the outer surface of the ISS as part of the Test space experiment. A comparative analysis of the draft genomes of the exhibit strain and the ground control did not reveal significant changes, the average nucleotide identity was 99.98%, which indicates the ability of microorganisms to maintain genome stability in space conditions, due to both increased stress resistance of bacterial spores and efficient operation of the system. repair of accumulated changes. The study of single nucleotide polymorphism in the genome of Bacillus velezensis revealed nine point substitutions, three of which are in intergenic regions, 6 in protein-coding genes, three of them are missense mutations, two nucleotide deletions leading to a shift in the reading frame, and one synonymous substitution. The profiles of the housekeeping genes were determined during MLST typing, and it was found that the allelic profiles obtained for B. velezensis T15.2 and 924 strains do not correspond to any of the previously described sequence types. The presented results indicate the ability of Bacillus velezensis bacteria to maintain the viability of spores and the integrity of the genome for a long time under extreme conditions of outer space, which is important for the problem of planetary protection, as well as the potential possibility of implementing biotechnological processes based on Bacillus velezensis during space exploration.
Upregulation of MHC I antigen processing machinery gene expression in breast cancer cells by Trichostatin A
Authors: Murtadha A. H. , Sharudin N. A. , Azahar I. I.M. , Che Has A. T. , Mokhtar N. F.
Published: July 2024

Epigenetic alterations associated with cancer have been shown to facilitate tumorigenesis and promote metastasis. In the study of cancer metastasis, epigenetics has been revealed to play a crucial role in supporting tumour immune evasion. As a result, epigenetic drugs have been identified as potential agents to activate anti-tumour immune responses and reverse tumour immunologically tolerant states. Mounting evidence is showing aberrant expression of MHC class I antigen processing molecules in cancers and their upregulation as a potential indicator for anti-tumour immunity. In this study, we demonstrate that the epigenetic drug Trichostatin A (TSA), a histone deacetylase inhibitor, can restore MHC I antigen presentation machinery (MHC I APM) genes in human breast cancer cells (MCF-7). Treatment with TSA resulted in the upregulation of MHC I, B2M, and PSMB9 in MCF-7 monolayer cells, and MHC I, B2M, PSMB9, PSMB8, TAP1, and TAP2 in MCF-7 spheroid cells. Interestingly, treatment with TSA also increased CD274 expression in these cells and enhanced the invasion ability of the MCF-7 spheroid. This aggressive behaviour was confirmed by increased expression of metastatic-related genes, SCN5A (nNav1.5 protein) and MMP1. In summary, although the restoration of MHC I APM expression was achieved by TSA, the upregulation of metastatic genes and CD274 also enhanced the invasion ability of breast cancer cells. These findings suggest the need for careful consideration when utilizing epigenetic drugs for breast cancer therapy.
ТЕХНОГЕННЫЕ И ЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ РИСКИ
Authors: ЛОБАНОВ А.В. , СТЕПНОВА А.Ф.
Published: July 2024

Пособие составлено в соответствии с рабочей программой дисциплины «Техногенные системы и экологический риск» для студентов 5 курса направления Педагогическое образование с двумя профилями подготовки «Химия» и «Экология». Содержит конспекты лекций, контрольные вопросы, тестовые задания, перечень тем для самостоятельной работы студентов, приложения.
DETERMINAN STRUKTUR MODAL : PADA PERUSAHAAN SEKTOR ENERGI
Authors: Aldiyansa Fradana Yudistiya , Kristanti Farida Titik
Published: July 2024

Tujuan penelitian mengetahui bagaimana variabel independen seperti asset tangibility, firm size, profitabilitas, likuiditas, growth, serta non-debt tax shield (NDTS) berdampak pada struktur modal perusahaan energi terdaftar Bursa Efek Indonesia dari periode 2017 sampai 2022. Metode diambil sampel purposive dipergunakan agar mendapatkan 336 sampel dari 56 perusahaan selama 6 tahun. Metode kuantitatif digunakan dengan model analisis regresi data panel dinamis yang menggunakan estimator Generalized Method of Moments (GMM). Dari hasil memperlihatkan firm size dan profitabilitas secara parsial berpengaruh positif dan negatif secara signifikan pada struktur modal. Sebaliknya, asset tangibility, likuiditas, growth, serta non-debt tax shield secara parsial tidak berpengaruh terhadap struktur modal. Sehingga keputusan diambil secara tepat dan optimal mengenai struktur modal penting untuk dilakukan, karena berdampak pada nilai dan ekonomi pada sektor energi.
PENGARUH TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI DAN KEAMANAN APLIKASI TERHADAP KEPUASAN PENGGUNA QRIS PADA MASYARAKAT DI KOTA BANDUNG
Authors: Zulkarnaen Sekar Rahayu , Wisna Nelsi , Asniar Asniar
Published: July 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis  pengaruh variabel  teknologi informasi, keamanan aplikasi dalam bertransaksi terhadap pengguna QRIS (Quick Response Indonesian Standard) pada masyarakat di kota Bandung. Analisis ini menggunakan tiga set variabel: variabel teknologi informasi (X1), variabel keamanan aplikasi (X2), dan variabel kepuasan pengguna QRIS (Y). Analisis kuantitatif dilakukan dengan menggunakan SPSS. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik probability sampling yaitu dengan metode simple random sampling. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah data primer yang bersumber dari pengisian kuesioner, dari kuesioner yang kembali didapat 122 responden yang layak dijadikan sampel. Teknik analisis yang digunakan untuk menjawab permasalahan penelitian dan menguji hipotesis adalah analisis regresi berganda. Temuan penelitian ini adalah (1) teknologi informasi berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap kepuasaan pengguna QRIS, (2) pengaruh keamanan aplikasi berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap kepuasaan penggunaan QRIS.
 
Kata kunci : teknologi informasi, keamanan aplikasi, kepuasan pengguna QRIS
Papaya Juice Treatment Increases Body Weight and Decreases Urea Levels in Lead acetate-exposed Wistar Rats
Authors: Purlinda Devi Etivia , Putri Nanik Aryani , Widodo Widodo , Kahar Fitriani
Published: July 2024

Lead (Pb) exposure poses significant health risks due to its non-degradable nature and profound toxicity, causes oxidative stress and organ damage, particularly targeting the kidneys. Urea nitrogen levels rise as a result of decreased renal filtration rate and urea excretion. This study investigates the potential of papaya juice, rich in flavonoids, vitamins C, E, and beta-carotene, as a protective agent against Pb-induced nephrotoxicity. A Completely Randomized Design experiment was conducted, involving six treatment groups of Wistar rats. Papaya juice was administered at doses of 3.6, 7.2, and 14.4 g/200g body weight (BW) to Groups P1, P2, and P3, respectively, prior to exposure to 50 mg/kg BW of lead acetate. Group PC received vitamin E (400 IU/kg BW) and lead acetate, while Group NC was exposed to lead acetate alone. Group NT served as the control. Following a 28-day treatment period, the P3 group exhibited the most significant improvements, with a notable increase in body weight (22.50 grams) and a substantial decrease in urea nitrogen levels (18.24 mg/dl). These findings underscore the efficacy of papaya juice treatment in mitigating Pb-induced nephrotoxicity, suggesting a potential therapeutic regimen for alleviating lead toxicity in exposed populations. Eventually, the optimal dosing for papaya juice treatment, either at 14.4 g per 200 g body weight for rats or consumption of one medium-sized papaya for humans, yields compelling benefits. This regimen demonstrates significant efficacy in increasing body weight and lowering serum urea levels in rats subjected to Pb acetate exposure.