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Capítulo 25: Realidad de las MiPymes en Córdoba - Colombia. Un reto de transformación digital: oportunidades que hay desde el ámbito nacional
Authors:   Ingeniería Industrial de la Universidad de Córdoba, Ararat Herrera Jaime Andrés , Díaz Ogaza Juan Esteban ,   Ingeniería Industrial de la Universidad de Córdoba, Monterrosa Zarur Luis Daniel ,   Ingeniería Industrial de la Universidad de Córdoba, González Vergara Alejandra ,   Ingeniería Industrial de la Universidad de Córdoba
Published: February 2024

Este capítulo muestra la situación real de las Mipymes en Córdoba - Colombia, respecto a los retos y oportunidades que éstas enfrentan para su digitalización y transformación digital. Proporcionando información valiosa sobre cómo las Mipymes poseen distintos grados de digitalización, a su vez que emplean diversas estrategias, que permitan gestionar las principales barreras a las que se enfrentan en la transformación digital de sus procesos y modelos de negocio en la búsqueda de mejorar su competitividad. Mediante una metodología cuantitativa y un muestreo estratificado se recolectó mediante un cuestionario online la percepción de 201 gerentes de Mipymes de distintos sectores económicos sobre el grado de digitalización de sus empresas. Evidenciándose, que poseen un grado de madurez muy bajo en la utilización de algunas herramientas básicas y avanzadas. Todo esto, en origen a ciertas barreras como: conexión insuficiente de banda ancha, altos costos de inversión y falta de recursos financieros, que contribuyen que las empresas posean un bajo nivel competitividad y un menor grado de inserción a mercados internacionales, siendo necesario el diseño de estrategias empresariales sectoriales y de políticas públicas encaminadas apropiar un mayor grado de transformación digital en la micro, pequeña y mediana empresa de la región.
Capítulo 30: Aprendizaje Basado en Competencias y su Vínculo Social: un marco teórico
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Leyva Duarte Carlos Armando , Meza Laveaga Adrián ,   Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, López Cervántez José Joaquín ,   Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Meza Peraza Pavel Francisco ,   Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Aviles Bazua Humberto ,   Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Soberanes Galindo Martha Lilia ,   Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa
Published: February 2024

El objetivo del presente trabajo es la identificación de los lazos sociales del modelo de Aprendizaje basado en Competencias (ABC). La justificación de éste tema es la importancia que tiene para los alumnos, el hecho de que la parte del aprendizaje pueda adaptar sus procesos y contenidos a las necesidades del medio, al tiempo en que la sociedad debe aportar lo propia para la mayor congruencia y los resultados productivos en este sentido. El estudio es a nivel de ensayo, donde se plantean, solamente algunos elementos del contexto, considerados los más relevantes, para plantear el eslabón que hace la conexión entre el contexto y los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje. Hipótesis. Los fundamentos del proceso educativo se vinculan a las sugerencias del medio, lo cual es altamente considerado en las primeras aportaciones del ensayo, lo que, desde una visión filosófica, plantea la razón de ser de la educación. La participación de los alumnos, es muy importante en las formas actuales de educación, con las limitaciones que ello representa, debido a la flexibilidad de los actuales esquemas de gestión y de participación.
Capítulo 6: Análisis a la información presupuestaria de ingresos propios del Colegio de Estudios Científicos y Tecnológicos del Estado de Nayarit - México
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit, Gómez Álvarez Ricardo , Maldonado Bernal Ignacio ,   Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit, Contreras Montes Irma Leticia ,   Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit, Beltrán Gómez Irma Yolanda ,   Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit, Zavala Olvera Fabiola ,   Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit, Ortega Fernandez Francisco Jesús ,   Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit
Published: February 2024

La entidad federativa debe utilizar sus recursos y aplicarlos de manera eficiente y eficaz, El Colegio de Estudios Científicos y Tecnológicos del Estado de Nayarit, México, es un organismo público descentralizado, cuyo objetivo es impartir educación media superior en la modalidad de Bachillerato Tecnológico Bivalente, el cual generá ingresos propios para una entidad federativa, para ello debe contar con una administración basada en la eficiencia y eficacia y que a su vez sea transparente en sus procesos, siendo un tema fundamental en el origen de recursos públicos. La presente investigación tiene como objetivo mostrar los avances y retos en la presupuestación de ingresos propios para el ejercicio 2023 en el CECyTEN, México. Para ello, la investigación fue de tipo descriptivo y de diseño no intervención, resultando que el 66.678% considera que el presupuesto del CECyTEN no se está elaborando correctamente, mientras que el 50% manifiesta que el tiempo para elaborar el presupuesto es suficiente, además, muestra que el 50% estipula que no está seguro que el presupuesto de CECyTEN facilita obtener información oportuna y confiable. Concluyendo en que la generación o captación de ingresos propios para un estado tiene relación con la gestión y diseño de las contribuciones.
Capítulo 9: Análisis de la gestión de riesgos biomecánicos en el área de mantenimiento de empresas del sector de construcción en Colombia
Authors:   Fundación Universitaria Tecnológico Comfenalco, Monterrosa Castro Iván Javier , García Quintero Gloria Yurima ,   Fundación Universitaria Tecnológico Comfenalco, Bertel Miranda Tirso Miguel ,   Fundación Universitaria Tecnológico Comfenalco, Cairoza Olivo Ariel Augusto ,   Fundación Universitaria Tecnológico Comfenalco, García Fuentes Milagro ,   Fundación Universitaria Tecnológico Comfenalco
Published: February 2024

Los riesgos biomecánicos pueden causar lesiones musculo esqueléticas en los colaboradores, especialmente en aquellos que realizan trabajos con movimientos repetitivos y posiciones incómodas como las que se ejercen en el área de mantenimiento de las empresas de construcción. El objetivo de la investigación consistió en examinar la gestión de los riesgos biomecánicos del área de mantenimiento de empresas de construcción para diseñar un plan de mejora que permita minimizar los efectos adversos en la salud de colaboradores. La metodología de investigación fue descriptiva, realizando descubrimiento de potenciales peligros biomecánicos, valoración cualitativa de riesgos que ellos generan, bajo criterio de evaluación del anexo C de la Guía Técnica colombiana (GTC 45/2012). Es así, como la recolección de datos proporciona base sólida para analizar la información sobre peligros biomecánicos presentes en procesos de mantenimiento, siendo esta de utilidad para diseñar acciones de mejora y proponer medidas de prevención que promuevan un entorno laboral seguro y saludable. Se puede concluir que, al haber realizado una oportuna observación de los riesgos biomecánicos, se pudo realizar un diagnóstico inicial como insumo para un plan de acción enfocado en mejora continua que pueda minimizar el impacto negativo que la exposición a los riesgos biomecánicos hallados puede generar.
Demystifying Deep Learning: Understanding the Inner Workings of Neural Network
Authors: Sreerama Jeevan , Sistla Sai Mani Krishna
Published: February 2024

Deep learning has emerged as a powerful tool in various domains, revolutionizing fields such as image recognition, natural language processing, and autonomous driving. Despite its widespread applications, the inner workings of neural networks often remain opaque to many practitioners and enthusiasts. This paper aims to demystify deep learning by providing a comprehensive overview of the underlying principles and mechanisms. Beginning with the fundamental building blocks of artificial neurons and activation functions, we delve into the architecture of deep neural networks, elucidating concepts such as feedforward and backpropagation. Additionally, we explore advanced topics including convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and recurrent neural networks (RNNs), shedding light on their applications and intricacies. By elucidating the core concepts and methodologies, this paper empowers readers to develop a deeper understanding of how neural networks operate, paving the way for more informed utilization and innovation in the realm of deep learning.
Ethical Considerations in AI Addressing Bias and Fairness in Machine Learning Models
Authors: Sreerama Jeevan , Krishnamoorthy Gowrisankar
Published: February 2024

The proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies has brought about unprecedented advancements in various domains. However, concerns surrounding bias and fairness in ML models have gained significant attention, raising ethical considerations that must be addressed. This paper explores the ethical implications of bias in AI systems and the importance of ensuring fairness in ML models. It examines the sources of bias in data collection, algorithm design, and decision-making processes, highlighting the potential consequences of biased AI systems on individuals and society. Furthermore, the paper discusses various approaches and strategies for mitigating bias and promoting fairness in ML models, including data preprocessing techniques, algorithmic transparency, and diverse representation in training datasets. Ethical guidelines and frameworks for developing responsible AI systems are also reviewed, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and stakeholder engagement to address bias and fairness comprehensively. Finally, future directions and challenges in advancing ethical considerations in AI are discussed, underscoring the ongoing efforts required to build trustworthy and equitable AI technologies.
Smart Farming Revolution: Harnessing IoT for Enhanced Agricultural Yield and Sustainability
Authors: Vemuri Naveen , Thaneeru Naresh , Tatikonda Venkata Manoj
Published: February 2024

This study explores the transformative impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) on agriculture, focusing on how IoT sensors enhance agricultural intelligence and yields through precise monitoring of irrigation, temperature, and water conditions. By analyzing a dataset of 149 humidity data points across varying conditions in agricultural fields, alongside pump activity segmented into on and off phases, we have uncovered significant trends demonstrating ambient humidity's nuanced role in irrigation efficiency. The data reveals an increase in overall humidity levels and highlights the critical relationship between humidity levels and the efficiency of irrigation systems. This insight is pivotal for optimizing water usage and ensuring crops receive adequate moisture without the excess associated with over-irrigation. The core of this research lies in demonstrating the capability of IoT devices to provide real-time, accurate monitoring of agricultural environments. Through advanced data visualizations, we illustrate how these technologies empower farmers to make informed decisions, leading to more targeted and effective farming practices. The application of IoT in agriculture extends to automated, data-driven interventions, such as precise spraying and irrigation, tailored to the specific needs of crops as dictated by live environmental data. This investigation showcases the practical application of IoT in enhancing farm sustainability and contributes to the broader discourse on intelligent farming. By integrating IoT sensors into agricultural practices, we can significantly improve crop yields while ensuring sustainable use of resources. Our findings underscore the potential of IoT technologies to revolutionize traditional farming, making intelligent, data-driven agriculture a cornerstone of future global food security strategies.
Analysis of Chemical Pollutants using Non-Invasive Approach in Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus) in Selected Regions of Punjab
Authors: Kaur Gagandeep , Singh Rajwinder
Published: February 2024

Present study was conducted to estimate heavy metals, macro and micro nutrients along with pesticide residues in fecal pellets of Pteropus giganteus fruit bat at three different sites, Chatpat Bani (district Pathankot) site I, village Katani Kalan (district Ludhiana) site II and village Longowal (district Sangrur) as site III. Among heavy metals, Cr predominates (17.35-26.30 ppm) followed by Pb (7.17-10.03 ppm) from three selected sites. Comparatively, higher levels of Cr, Pb, Cd and Ni heavy metals were recorded at site III, whereas As at site II, respectively. Among macro nutrients, K (7653.50-16927.17 ppm) and Mg (3249.33-3516.10 ppm) predominates in three sites. Comparatively higher levels of Mg, Ca and Na macro nutrients were recorded at site III whereas K and P at site I, respectively. Among micro nutrients, Fe (682.88-2069.45 ppm) and Zn (79.18-126.02 ppm predominates in three selected sites. Comparatively higher levels Fe, Zn and Mn micro nutrients were recorded at site II, B at site III and Cu at site I, respectively. Interestingly, contamination of pesticide residues in faecal pellets was found negligible as GLC showed values below detectable limits i.e., <0.05 ppm in all selected locations, which is a positive sign that exposure of bats to different pesticides is negligible in these areas due to less usage of pesticides or excretion by body. In present study, all elements were under permissible limits which are required for growth and reproduction except Mg and K which are good indicator of assessment of environment.
Evaluation of Genetic variability and viability association of eight Mungbean (Vigna radiata L.) varieties under different level of salinity stress
Authors: T. Saravanan , P. Thangavel , J. Johnny Subakar Ivin
Published: February 2024

An investigation was carried to study the mean performance, variability and the associations between characters in mungbean. For this study eight mungbean genotypes viz., ADT 2, BM-2002-1, ML 5, AKM 4, Vishal, Vamban, TARM 1 and Utkarsh were used. The experiment was conducted in the Seed Science and Technology (sst) Laboratory and at Pot culture yard, Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University, Annamalai nagar, Tamil nadu from September 2016 to December 2017 with four salt treatments (0, 2, 4 and 6 DSM-1) in ramdomized block design with three replications. Observation were on seven seedling characters such as germination percentage, seedling shoot length, seedling root length, seedling shoot fresh weight, seedling root fresh weight, seedling shoot dry weight, seedling root dry weight and seven quantitative characters such as days to first flowering, plant height, number of branches/plant, number of pods/plant, number of seeds/pod, 100 seed weight and seed yield/plant. Four elite genotypes were found to be superior based on the mean performance namely Utkarsh, TARM 1, Vamban and Vishal among the various levels of salinity.
Economic Evaluation of Twin Row Maize Planter: A Cost-Benefit Analysis
Authors: Ajay A. , Ramireddy K. V. S.
Published: February 2024

The adoption of innovative agricultural technologies plays a crucial role improving farm productivity and overall economic outcomes. This research article aims to evaluate the economic viability of twin row maize planters compared to conventional single-row planters. The study assesses the economic benefits, costs and profitability associated with the adoption of twin row planting in maize cultivation. The analysis incorporates factors such as yields improvement, input savings, labor requirements, and machinery costs, providing valuable insights for farmers. Annual utility of mini tractor and the machine was considered as 1000 and 200 hrs respectively. Field efficiency of developed twin-row planter at 1.5 to 2.5 kmh-1 speed of operation was 76.9 to 87% respectively. The payback period calculated on year basis for planter was 1.78 years. Cost of operation by twin row maize planter can save up to 20% as compared to the traditional methods.
Assessment on Water Quality of Tuirial River Aizawl, Mizoram North-East India
Authors: T. Monica , B. P. Mishra
Published: February 2024

Tuirial river is one of the most important rivers in Aizawl Mizoram that provides water for drinking, washing and household activities for the people who lived near the river. In order to understand the water quality of the river, the physico-chemical characteristics such as pH, Temperature, Alkalinity, Dissolve Oxygen (DO) and Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) were analyzed for a period of one year on monthly basis from September 2019- August 2020. Altogether, five sampling stations have been selected and the study reveals that all the analyzed water samples were within the standard range prescribed by various scientific agencies. During the study, the intensity of pollutants level increases from upstream towards downstream which may be due anthropogenic activities on and around the river water.
Effect of Diverse Production Systems on Growth, Yield and Economics of Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea (L.) Czern and Coss) Varieties
Authors: Patel Shashank , Rathore S. S. , Shekhawat Kapila , Singh R. K. , Babu Subhash , . Supriya , Burman Anamika
Published: February 2024

An agronomic experiment to study the effect of diverse production systems on growth, yield and economics of Indian mustard varieties was conducted in the research farm of Division of Agronomy, ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, India during rabi season of 2021. The field experiment was laid-out in split-plot design in fixed layout with three replications. The field experiment comprised four main plot treatments (Production systems: Organic Management System (OMS), Integrated Crop Management (ICM), Conventional System (CS) and Conservation Agriculture (CA) and three sub-plot treatments (Mustard varieties-PM 26, PM 28 and PDZ 1). The results revealed that the plant height (cm), Dry matter accumulation (DMA), Leaf area index (LAI) of different varieties of Indian mustard under diversified production scenarios was significantly (p<0.05) influenced at 30, 60 90 days after sowing (DAS). There was almost 14% increase in seed yield was recorded under ICM compared to CS. Among the mustard varieties, PM 26 resulted in maximum seed yield (2206 kg/ha), closely followed by PM 28 (2123 kg/ha), while least seed yield was recorded under PDZ-1. Under OMS and ICM higher harvest index i.e., 0.23 and 0.24 respectively was observed which was higher than CS (0.22) and CA (0.20). The maximum net return (NR) was obtained under ICM (Rs 76583/ha) and among the varieties, PM 26 gave maximum NR of Rs 76060/ha. ICM and CA resulted in higher B:C ratio (2.87 and 2.97 respectively) compared to CS and OMS, while among the varieties maximum B:C ratio was from PM 26 (2.87) and least was from PDZ-1 (2.18).
Newly Evolved Different Fungicide Combinations against Paddy Sheath Blight under Field Conditions in West Bengal
Authors: Kiran Goskula , Mandal Raghunath , Dutta Subrata , Ray Sujith Kumar
Published: February 2024

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a vital global food crop, consumed by over half the world’s population. In India, it covers 43.5 M ha, yielding 112.9 Mt at a productivity of 2.56 t ha-1. In West Bengal, it spans 5.15 M ha, producing 15.09 Mt with a high productivity of 2933 kg ha-1. Rice sheath blight, caused by Rhizoctonia solani (also known as Thanatephorus cucumeris), is a highly destructive disease that has led to significant output losses in the last two decades. Reports suggest that production losses due to this disease can range from 5.2% to 50%, depending on factors like environmental conditions, crop growth stages, management practices, and rice cultivars used. This disease is called “sheath blight” because it initially infects the leaf sheath. To combat this disease, various fungicide compounds with diverse modes of action are available on the market. The research aimed to identify the most effective and cost-efficient fungicide combination for managing rice sheath blight. The experiment evaluated the efficacy and economics of Mancozeb 52.6% + Hexaconazole 2.4%, Hexaconazole 5% EC, and Hexaconazole 4% + Zineb 68%, as well as Mancozeb 75% WP under field conditions. The results showed that Mancozeb 52.6% + Hexaconazole 2.4% achieved the highest disease reduction over the control (46.10%), followed by Hexaconazole 5% EC (42.30%).
Effect of Different Pretreatments and Air Temperatures on Drying Characteristics of Kachri (Cucumis callosus) Dried in Heat Pump Dryer
Authors: S. Ramyashree , Jain Sanjay Kumar , Jain Narendra Kumar , Lakhawat Shreedhar Singh , Kumar Arun , Singh Pradeep Kumar
Published: February 2024

Kachri (Cucumis callosus) is an underutilized fruit of India widely found in the western part of Rajasthan during the rainy season. In this study kachri fruit slices were pretreated with different pretreatments such as hot water blanching, 0.1% w/v potassium metabisulfite (KMS) and 0.1% w/v magnesium oxide (MgO) at 800C for 3 min. Pretreated samples were dried in a heat pump dryer at 40, 50 and 600C and their drying characteristics such as moisture content, drying rate, moisture diffusivity and rehydration ratio were studied. The initial moisture content of control kachri was 893.04% (db) and for the pretreated sample, it was 906.75% (db) and the final moisture content was found 4 to 6% (db) for all the treatments. The KMS treated sample took less drying time and a higher drying rate followed by MgO, hot water blanching and control. Moisture diffusivity ranged from 1.90 × 10-07 to 8.28 × 10-07 m2/s as the temperature increased from 40 to 600C. The value of the rehydration ratio ranged from 2.1 to 5.03. It was found that both rehydration ratio and moisture diffusivity values increased with an increase in drying air temperature.
A review on Phytoremediation Potential of Aquatic Macrophytes of North Bihar, India
Authors: Mahan Kumar Atul , Kumari Rakhi , Kumar Avinash , Kumari Manisha , Naseeb Asifa , Kumar Surya Mani , Narayan Kunwar Digvijay , Mishra Panchanand
Published: February 2024

North Bihar is occupied by large number of various types of wetlands like chaurs, swamps, dhar, man, ditches, lakes, ponds and pools which support the luxuriant growth of diverse types of macrophytes and also sustain the occurrence of several macro-invertebrate therein. There are more than 120 species of macrophytes reported from this region. These plants acts as valuable natural resources for the livelihood of the region in the form of food, vegetables, fodder and medicine. Moreover, there are increasing evidences suggesting increase of heavy metal pollution in the area due to both municipal and domestic waste. The accumulation of heavy metals like As, Cd, Cr, Pb and Cu has also threatened the habitat of various macrophytes. Consequently, the plants have also evolved the mechanism of phytoremediation of these elements mainly by bioaccumulation. There are several reports which proved that compared to edible crops, aquatic macrophytes show better tolerance to heavy metal stress owing to their higher growth rate and higher biomass under unfavorable environment. Present review focused on exploring the major aquatic macrophytes commonly occurring in wetlands of North Bihar and their utilization for phytoremediation of heavy metals and metalloid.
Effect of Humic Acid from Vermicompost and Commercial Source on Growth, Yield and Quality of Groundnut (Arachis hypogea L.)
Authors: P. Chaitra , Math K. K. , Patil Ragini S. , Rathore Gitanjli , N. J. Gowthamchand , Sharma Gargi
Published: February 2024

A pot culture experiment was conducted in the year 2017 at Main Agricultural Research Station, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad to study the impact of soil and foliar application of humic acid from vermicompost and commercial source on growth, yield and quality parameters of groundnut variety GPBD-4 by adopting completely randomized block design with thirteen treatments and three replications. The highest plant height (36.83 cm), LAI (0.96) and relative chlorophyll content (34.82) was recorded in the treatment which received soil application of humic acid from vermicompost @ 20 kg ha-1 in combination with the foliar spray of 0.2% at 30 DAS. Similar trend was observed in yield and quality parameters of groundnut. Significantly highest number of pods plant-1 (24.00), pod yield plant-1 (14.80 g plant-1), oil content (46.12%) and crude protein content (25.38%) was also recorded in the same treatment. The results revealed that there is a statistical increase in the periodical observation, yield and quality of groundnut with the additional application of humic acid extracted from vermicompost over the recommended package of practice.
Effect of foliar supplementation of water soluble fertilizer on growth, yield and economics of wheat crop (Triticum aestivum L.)
Authors: Kumar Suneel , Kumar Satish , Dhaka A. K. , Prakash Ved , Pandey Shesh nath , Pandey Hanuman Prasad
Published: February 2024

A field experiment was conducted during rabi season of 2015-16 at Agronomy Research Farm of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana, to evaluate the effects of foliar application of water soluble fertilizers on growth, yield attributes and yield of wheat. The soil of the experimental plot was sandy loam in texture, low in available nitrogen (131.3 kg ha-1), medium in available phosphorus (17.2 kg ha-1), and high in available potassium (335.4 kg ha-1). The soil was alkaline in reaction (pH 7.8). The experiment was laid out in randomized block design with 17 treatments having three replications. The treatments comprising two fertilizers level i.e., Recommended dose of fertilizer (RDF) (150 kg N + 60 kg P2O5 + 60 kg K2O ha-1) and 75% of RDF and supplemented with foliar application of water soluble fertilizers viz. Urea phosphate (17:44) @ 1.5%, NPK (18:18:18) @ 1.5%, ZnSO4 @ 0.5% and Urea 2% at different stages. One treatment was control where no fertilizer applied. Growth parameters viz, plant height, dry matter accumulation, crop growth rate and leaf area index were increased with T9 i.e., RDF along with foliar application of water soluble fertilizers NPK (18:18:18) @ 1.5% at 40 DAS followed by Urea phosphate (17:44) @ 1.5% at 65 DAS. Among treatments, application of RDF along with foliar application of water soluble fertilizers NPK (18:18:18) @ 1.5% at 40 DAS followed by Urea phosphate (17:44) @ 1.5% at 65 DAS exhibited the highest values of yield attributes, viz. effective tillers/ meter row length (mrl), number of spikeletes/spike, number of grains/spike and 1000-grains weight which led to the highest grain yield (6220 kg ha-1) However, alternate application of NPK (18:18:18) @ 1.5% and Urea phosphate (17:44) @ 1.5% or vice versa produced statistically similar grain yield of wheat at the same level of fertilizer application. RDF or 75% RDF along with foliar application of NPK (18:18:18) @ 1.5% was slightly superior as compared to RDF or 75% RDF along with foliar application of Urea phosphate (17:44) @ 1.5% irrespective of time of application.
Long Term Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management on Soil Organic Carbon Status and Yield of Sunflower in Alfisols
Authors: Sridevi G. , Santhoshkumar P. , Thiyageshwari S.
Published: February 2024

Permanent manurial experiment was started from the year 1909 at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, in order to assess the impact of continuous addition of organic and mineral fertilizers on crop yield and soil quality. Conducting a long-term experiment at fixed site with continuous cropping will help to monitor the changes in soil quality and crop yields sustainability and also guide in developing strategies for fertilizer management while minimizing the environmental degradation. From the results revealed that the application of 100% NPK + Farmyard manure (FYM) @ 12.5 t ha-1 (INM) increased the seed yield (1879 kg ha-1) and straw yield of sunflower crop (3916 kg ha-1) when compared to control. Highest carbon build up was observed in the application of 100% NPK + Farmyard manure (FYM) @ 12.5 t ha-1 (INM) 9.8 g kg-1when compared to control (5.4 g kg-1).The present hypothesis showed that, the application of chemical fertilizer along with FYM @ 12.5 t ha-1 had positively impact on yield sustainability and soil health.
Economics of Protected and Open Field Cucumber Cultivation in Jaipur District of Rajasthan
Authors: Dadhich Sourabh , Singh Hubba Lal , Pandey Prabhat
Published: February 2024

Protective cultivation is a cropping technique in which the climate around the plant is modified in part or whole to meet the plant’s requirement for the appearance of its output potential. For the study, an ultimate sample of 50 respondents was randomly selected from four villages in Jaipur district, which comprises 25 polyhouses and 25 open field cucumber cultivators. CACP cost concept was used in analyses of costs and returns pattern. Results showed that cucumber cost of cultivation in polyhouses and open fields was Rs 289815.10 and Rs 93726.24 per acre, respectively, while the gross return was Rs 543509.68 and Rs 137301.08 per acre. The net return of cultivation was Rs 253694.58 and Rs 43574.84 per acre under respective cultivation. In polyhouse cucumber cultivation, higher B-C ratio (1.88) was observed in comparison to open field cultivation (1.46) which showed that former was more profitable than latter. Family labor use in polyhouse was found relatively low in comparison to open field condition.
Understanding the Concept of al-Ijarah in Sharia Economics
Authors: Felisha Edelisia Herawan
Published: February 2024

This research aims to understand the concept of al-Ijarah from a Sharia economic perspective based on the Hadith of the Prophet and the quality of hadith that discuss al-Ijarah by first executing the hadith Naqd al-Sanad, Naqd al-Matan, and I-Tibal about martyrdom and Muttabian, as well as providing detailed syār (explanation). A complete review of representative hadiths with the aim of providing a legal basis in the context of al-Ijarah activities. This study explores a large number of hadiths and summarizes them into topics of discussion using the Taqriji al-Hadith bi-al-Faz and Taqriji al-Hadith bi-al-Mawdui methods. Next, one of the hadiths which represents various hadiths related to al-Ijarah will be discussed comprehensively and in detail. Ijarah is a concept in Islam that refers to renting or renting. In carrying out the ijarah there are conditions and harmony. Ijarah is also divided into two forms, namely, ijarah for benefits and ijarah for work. In Islam, the practice of ijarah (renting) is supported by various arguments from Islamic legal sources. Some of these arguments, among others, come from the Al-Qur'an, hadith, and the consensus of ulama (ijma').
Implementation of the Murabahah Agreement in Financing Pension Funds at Bank Syariah Indonesia RFO Bandung
Authors: Seli Diana Putri  , Muhammad Al Mighwar
Published: February 2024

Islamic banks are financial institutions that mediate the liquidity needs of society through various products and services. Islamic banking products are increasingly developing and competitive, including pension financing products, namely consumer financing which is only offered to retired workers (PNS, BUMN or BUMD) or retired widows. Pension financing is a low-risk type of financing. The evolution of BSI RFO Bandung pension fund customers has had its ups and downs. In this research, the problem is formulated how the pension financing mechanism is at BSI RFO Bandung and how is the implementation of the Murabahah contract in pension financing at BSI RFO Bandung. The purpose of this study is to describe the pension financing mechanism at BSI RFO Bandung and describe the application of a murabaha contract in pension financing at BSI RFO Bandung. bank, data checking/verification of data to obtain correctness of data completeness, field surveys with the 5C principle, evaluation of financing needs and decisions, execution of contracts and binding of collateral, and disbursement of financing. This study also found that the murabaha contract process for pension financing products is in accordance with the fatwa of the National Sharia Council (DSN) of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) No: 04/DSNMUI/IV/2000, concerning general provisions for murabahah financing and several provisions related to implementation and standard SOPs. murabahah financing by the Financial Services Authority.
Sharia Marketing Strategy Education in Increasing Customer Trust in Pawn and Gold Installment Products at Bank Syariah Indonesia KCP Pandeglang
Authors: Rohmatun Nadia Maulida
Published: February 2024

Marketing strategy education plays a very important role in the success of the company, which must be reviewed and developed in accordance with the development of the market and the market environment. The purpose of this study is to determine sharia marketing strategies in increasing customer trust and find out the factors that hinder the growth of customer trust in pawn financing products and gold installments at Bank Syariah Indonesia KCP Pandeglang. This research is a type of field research that involves interview, observation and documentation data collection techniques. Data analysis using an inductive approach, the subject of this study is Bank Syariah Indonesia KCP Pandeglang. The results of this study show that the marketing strategies used by Bank Syariah Indonesia KCP Pandeglang including shiddiq, amanah, tabligh, fathonah, syaja'ah are very good in building customer trust. However, behind all that, the facts of this study show that Bank Syariah Indonesia KCP Pandeglang still has many obstacles, especially in marketing, such as the lack of public understanding of the Islamic banking system and public ownership interest in gold bars. In relation to marketing pawn financing products and gold installments, Bank Syariah Indonesia KCP Pandeglang implements Islamic principles, such as Godly, Ethical, Realistic and Humanist. This is evident from the implementation of the 4S principles (Smile, Greetings, Polite, Courteous as a form of ethics and humanism. As well as prioritizing open information as a form of realistic unity.
Cultural continuity and change in Kudus Kulon: the urban heritage trialogue
Authors: Wulandari Astari , Atik Suprapti  , Agung Budi Sardjono
Published: February 2024

Physical changes to built heritage are usually a major cause for concern when reviewing approaches to conservation and adaptation to the historic built environment. The hictorical area Kudus Kulon has witnessed significant changes in its environmental conditions, not only includes physical transformation, but also involves the social and economic dynamics that develop around it. Physical changes to built heritage are usually a major cause for concern when reviewing approaches to conservation and adaptation to the historic built environment. This study aims to reveal the changes and continuity of the Kudus Kulon historical area in the context of heritage preservation. This qualitative research employs a case study approach, focusing on Kudus Kulon as a single case. Through observations and interviews with key informants, the aim is to present an unbiased perspective on the intangible aspects. The findings in this study will enrich cultural theory through its ability to dialogue value systems, activities, and artefacts in the context of change and continuity in the historic district of Kudus Kulon. The result shows the continuity of fundamental aspects in the value system (belief, norm, and local wisdom) underscores the resilience of the system and its ability to navigate the complexities of time without compromising the integral values that define its cultural identity. This research provides a strong foundation for future studies to explore the intricate dynamics between core values, societal development, and adaptations on heritage site in urban area, with a specific focus on tangible aspects like artefacts and activities.
EFFECTS OF DRILLING MUD CONTAMINATION ON THE PROPERTIES OF WAXY CRUDE OIL
Authors: Japper-Jaafar Azuraien , Bhaskoro Petrus Tri , Heykal Azmi Muhammad Hassanei , Sariman Mior Zaiga , Norpiah Rohaizad , Shahpin Muhamad Hazri
Published: February 2024

Contamination of crude oil with drilling mud normally occurs during drilling process. The contamination may change the properties of crude oil leading to inaccurate assessment of the first extracted crude oil. Incorrect prediction of crude oil properties and behavior will subsequently lead to under- or over-designing of the upstream and midstream facilities. Therefore, the work aims to investigate the effects of drilling mud contamination on waxy crude oil properties such as pour point temperature, wax appearance temperature (WAT) and the yield strength of the waxy crude oil gel. Measurements conducted on the drilling mud contaminated mixture show no effect on the pour point, minimal changes to the WAT and considerable increase to the viscosity and yield stress values. Bottle test results indicate that drilling mud free oil layer which should be used in characterizing the crude oil exist only after 24 hours of gravity settling.

Keywords: Drilling mud contamination, waxy crude oil properties, yield stress.
AI Strategy in Healthcare CHRM: Analyzing the Influence Organization Effective Performance Evidence from the Private Hospitals of Lahore Pakistan
Authors: Ghaffar Abid , Arshad Arfan , Siddqiue Muhammad Usman , Nasir Adeel
Published: February 2024

Background: The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within organizational frameworks, particularly in the realm of Human Resource Management (HRM), has initiated a transformative shift in operational efficiencies and strategies across various sectors. This integration aims to leverage AI's capabilities to augment human decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of innovation within organizations. Despite the potential benefits, the practical application and tangible impact of AI strategies on organizational effectiveness remain areas of significant academic and practical interest.
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the influence of AI strategies and creativity oriented HRM practices on organizational effective performance. It sought to explore the synergistic relationship between AI implementation and innovative HR practices, and their collective impact on enhancing organizational efficiency and performance metrics.
Methods: Employing a cross-sectional survey design, the study collected data from employees working in private hospitals in Lahore, Pakistan. A total of 144 valid responses were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to assess the relationships between AI strategy implementation, creativity-oriented HRM practices, and organizational effective performance. Reliability and validity of the constructs were evaluated through Cronbach's alpha, composite reliability, and average variance extracted (AVE) measures.
Results: The findings revealed that AI strategy implementation (Cronbach's alpha = 0.942, AVE = 0.611) and creativity oriented HRM practices (Cronbach's alpha = 0.932, AVE = 0.585) were both significantly associated with enhanced organizational effective performance (Cronbach's alpha = 0.932, AVE = 0.533). The path analysis indicated strong positive relationships between AI strategies and creativity-oriented HRM practices (β = 0.688, p < 0.001), between AI strategies and organizational performance (β = 0.228, p = 0.004), and between creativity-oriented HRM practices and organizational performance (β = 0.597, p < 0.001). The model explained 59% of the variance in organizational effective performance.
Conclusion: The study concludes that the strategic integration of AI within HRM frameworks significantly contributes to organizational effectiveness. Emphasizing creativity-oriented HRM practices in conjunction with AI strategies can lead to substantial improvements in organizational performance. These findings underscore the importance of a strategic approach to AI integration in HRM, highlighting the need for organizations to foster environments that promote innovation and creativity.
Strategii ale politeții în discursul televizual românesc actual. Invitat – Gigi Căciuleanu
Authors:   Universitatea „Alexandru Ioan Cuza”, Hoarță Cărăușu Luminița
Published: February 2024

The motivation for choosing the theme is based on the insufficient number of studies that analyze, exclusively, the strategies of negative and positive politeness, based on a corpus that includes cultural TV shows, such as talk-shows and television debates. The purpose of our study is to identify, inventory and analyze the main strategies of negative and positive politeness, because the cultural shows at which we stop provide the necessary material in terms of the analysis of the way and frequency in/ with which these strategies are used in the two television “genres”, talk-show and TV debate. Regarding the corpus, our study will analyze, from the perspective of the strategies of politeness that occur in discourse, four television shows that are part of the TV discourse and which have as a common element the guest of the show, Gigi Căciuleanu, a Romanian choreographer and dancer from the Diaspora: 1. the talk-show within the TV show Garantat 100% (moderator Cătălin Ștefănescu); 2. the TV debates Nocturne (moderator Marina Constantinescu) - TV shows included in Luminița Hoarță Cărăușu (coordinator), Corpus de limbă română vorbită actuală nedialectală, “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University Publishing House, Iași, 2013 (CLRVAN 2013: 244-251; 239-244); 3. the TV debate Branduʼ luʼ Chinezu (moderator Cristian China Birta); 4. the TV debate Cap de afiș (moderator and producer Andreea Știliuc). The last two TV debates are transcribed according to the transcription conventions mentioned in Corpus de limbă română vorbită actuală nedialectală (see supra) (CLRVAN 2013: 11).
Recenzie - Cristina Dafinoiu, Veronica Nedelcu, Laura Pascale, Lucia Opreanu, Limba română pentru străini. Nivelul A1-A2, Editura Eurodidactica, Otopeni, 2020, 191 p., ISBN: 978-606-8929-29-3
Authors:   Facultatea de Litere, Universitatea din București, Levonian Raluca
Published: February 2024

În ultimii ani, predarea limbii române ca limbă străină a beneficiat de creșterea numărului de resurse didactice care depășesc abordarea tradițională, centrată pe gramatică, și adoptă o perspectivă modernă, urmărind dezvoltarea competențelor comunicative ale cursanților. Unul dintre manualele care se înscriu în această direcție este Limba română pentru străini. Nivelul A1-A2, apărut la editura Eurodidactica în 2020. Lucrarea a fost realizată în cadrul proiectului INTENS-O, CNFIS-FDI-2020-0648, finanțat de Ministerul Educației și Cercetării și desfășurat în 2020 la Universitatea „Ovidius” din Constanța. Colectivul de autoare este format din cadre didactice ale Universității „Ovidius”, cu o considerabilă experiență în predarea limbii române ca limbă străină, ceea ce explică faptul că au reușit să definitiveze un manual coerent și atractiv pentru studenți, în mai puțin de un an. Așa cum se menționează în prefață, manualul este destinat nu numai studenților din Anul pregătitor, ci și cursanților străini de la alte programe de studii, precum mobilitățile Erasmus sau școlile de vară.
Research on Emotional Design Short Videos in Urban Promotion
Authors: Xu Shiwen
Published: February 2024

With the gradual improvement of material living standards, there is an increasing demand for spiritual and cultural experiences. Short videos have become a primary means of entertainment and information retrieval, which continuously evolve for innovation with relevant technological advancements to meet the emotional needs of the audience. Diverse in form, rich in imagery, and complex in variety, short videos present a wealth of emotions and possess a strong visual impact as a design method for emotional expression. The integration of short videos in urban promotion adds richness to promotional content and establishes emotional resonance with the audience. This article explores the application value of Emotional Design short videos in urban promotion, discusses their practical applications, and provides insights to enhance promotional effectiveness.
Mental Health in the Digital Space: Key Lessons From a Cross-Sector Approach
Authors: Mortillaro Gino , Bonnevie Erika
Published: February 2024

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, almost half of adolescents reported living with a mental health condition;1 the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the need and led to the current state of emergency in children’s mental health.2 There is a need for new approaches that meet young adults where they are, with messaging that aligns with ways in which they consume information.
Fostering Resilience to Adverse Childhood Experiences Among Adolescents: Investing in Social Brain Development in the Age of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: VanBronkhorst Sara B. , Duarte Cristiane S.
Published: February 2024

Social experiences are central to developing resilience to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Disruptions to social interactions during the COVID-19 pandemic may compromise resilience, or the ability to psychologically adapt to ACEs, by blunting social brain development. This is especially concerning for children with access to limited resources. Drawing from evolutionary psychology and resilience research, we understand that the development of the social brain —a complex network of brain regions involved in social behaviors—is shaped by life experiences throughout childhood. Adolescence is a sensitive period of brain development during which rapid and lasting attunement of the brain to the environment occurs.1 Therefore, to counter potential negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on resilience to ACEs among vulnerable adolescents, interventions should focus on promoting social brain development through positive social experiences. Critically, this effort will support youth who are economically marginalized, and/or racially and ethnically minoritized. Not only are these adolescents highly exposed to ACEs and to discrimination-based social rejection, they often lack access to resources that foster resilience.2 Individual, family, and community level interventions can promote trajectories toward resilience by facilitating supportive relationships, providing access to social resources, and promoting social cohesion by reducing experiences of social rejection.
Transitions
Authors: McBride Anne
Published: February 2024

Transitions are on my mind. As I write this, summer break is coming to an end and the new school year is near. For my own family and the children and families we work with, this particular transition can be both exciting—embarking on a new journey while often reconnecting with peers—and challenging. As a provider working in a children’s mental health crisis setting, I typically observed an increase in crises that coincided with the transition into the new school year. This year, and throughout the pandemic, transitions in the mental health field have seemed more salient. In each of the mental health settings where I work, I notice that staffing has decreased, turnover has increased, and providers are increasingly examining their own goals and values, leading to more transitions. Amongst my colleagues, this has included transitions both into and out of academic child psychiatry, which has been both exciting and challenging for me personally. For some transitions, “bittersweet” is an appropriate descriptor.
Songs With Suicide References in the United States and Clinical Applications
Authors: Gearin Priya , Dolan Terrance M. , Grech Sabina Marie
Published: February 2024

The portrayal of suicide in popular music has been a topic of interest for some time. In 1984 there was notable controversy after 19-year-old John McCollum died by suicide while allegedly listening to the song “Suicide Solution” by Ozzy Osbourne.1 McCollum’s parents later filed a lawsuit against Osbourne claiming the lyrics incited their son to harm himself, though it was ultimately dismissed by the court.1 In fact, Osbourne claimed the song was intended to promote an antisuicide message.1 In the mid to early 2000s, popular news outlets, including the Daily Mail, publicized the “dangers of emo,” a rock music genre characterized by its emphasis on emotional expression including suicidality and self-harm behavior.