bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of Tourism and Remittance Income on Economic Growth in SAARC Countries
Authors: Dahal Arjun Kumar , Shrestha Rohit Kumar
Published: October 2023

The paper examines the effect of remittance and tourism income on economic growth in SAARC countries. It is based on the exploratory and descriptive research design and is mainly guided by the positivist research philosophy. The secondary data are used for the analysis, collected from the various reports of the World Bank and economic surveys of respective countries. The unbalanced panel data ranges from a maximum of 23 to a minimum of 14; altogether, 169 observations are evaluated. Some statistical and econometric tools like descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, panel unit root testing, and panel ARDL model are utilized to observe the relation and impact of tourism and remittance income on the GDP growth of SAARC countries. There is a high degree of correlation between GDP and remittance income. There is a moderate degree of positive association ship between GDP and tourism income. Tourism and remittance income positively and significantly impact the economic growth of SAARC countries in the long run. One per cent increase in remittance and tourism income increased 0.277 and 0.518 per cent in GDP, respectively, in SAARC countries. The impact of tourism income is stronger than the impact of remittance income in promoting economic growth in SAARC countries. But in the short run, the significant impact of tourism and remittance income is not identified.
Impact of Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction among Nepalese Cellular Mobile Service Providers
Authors: Goet Joginder
Published: October 2023

The objective of this study was to find out how satisfied customers are with Nepal Telecom and Ncell's mobile phone services. Both the analytical and the descriptive research designs were used in this study. All users of Nepal Telecom and Ncell mobile telephone services make up the study's population and 400 mobile telephone services user was considered as a sample of the study. In this study, correlation analysis was used to find the relationship between service quality factors and customer satisfaction and linear regression analysis was used to evaluate multiple independent variables that affect the dependent variables. The findings of this study depict that moderately positive correlation between tangibles, assurance, reliability, responsiveness, empathy, convenience, complaint handling, network quality, and customer satisfaction with mobile service providers. Similarly, the correlation is significant for tangibles, assurance, reliability, responsiveness, empathy, convenience, complaint handling, and network quality with customer satisfaction. This study also shows there was an insignificant impact of tangibles, reliability, responsiveness, convenience, complaint handling, and network quality of service quality on consumer satisfaction but an insignificant impact of assurance and empathy of service quality on consumer satisfaction among Nepalese cellular mobile service providers.
BMI and sociodemographic characteristic among patients with tuberculosis attending a DOTS clinic at a tertiary care hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal
Authors: Shrestha Supri Raj , Shrestha Niraj , Dhakal Nishchal
Published: October 2023

Tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a serious public health threat in low- and middle-income countries. In tuberculosis, the sociodemographic aspects play a significant role in increasing the susceptibility to infection. The current study aimed to study the BMI and sociodemographic characteristic among patients with tuberculosis attending a DOTS clinic at a tertiary care hospital of Kathmandu. An observational descriptive cross sectional study using census sampling technique was conducted among 170 persons with tuberculosis coming for ATT drugs in Community Medicine OPD of Nepal Medical College Teaching Hospital. The information was obtained using self-constructed structured questionnaire from the study population. The information regarding socioeconomic characteristics, medical and family history, type and clinical presentation of tuberculosis and anthropometric measurement were taken. Out of 170 tuberculosis patient 93 had pulmonary tuberculosis, 71 had extrapulmonary tuberculosis and 6 had both. The different types of tuberculosis showed the association with occupation of respondents, family types, socioeconomic status, family size, BCG scar and social habits before tuberculosis. Weight loss and cough were most common clinical presentation among the participants whereas lymphnode and gastrointestinal tract were most common sites for extrapulmonary tuberculosis. According to BMI, 16.5% of the study population were underweight. Thus, the present study provides valuable information regarding association of sociodemographic factors with tuberculosis and nutritional status of persons with tuberculosis.
Visual Functions among amplyopic patients
Authors: Shrestha Sabina , Sharma Dikchhya , Manoranjan Aparajita , Joshi Subee , Shrestha Yuliya
Published: October 2023

Apart from decreased visual acuity, amblyopia may be associated with alteration in color vision, contrast sensitivity and stereopsis. The study was conducted to assess visual functions among amblyopic patients. Cross sectional observational study was done with appropriate examination. Best corrected visual acuity, color vision, contrast sensitivity and stereopsis were done among 31 amblyopic patients of age 5-18 years, visiting Department of Ophthalmology in Kathmandu Medical College from October 2021 to March 2022. Among thirty-one patients, male is to female ratio was 1.81:1. Mean age of participants was 9.45±3.49 years. Among patients with stimulus deprivation amblyopia, visual acuity was <6/60, color vision and contrast sensitivity were decreased in 100% and moderate stereopsis (80-200 seconds of arc) was present. Among patients with strabismic amblyopia, visual acuity was decreased (6/12-6/18), color vision and contrast sensitivity were normal in 100% and good stereopsis (<60 seconds of arc) was seen. Among those with refractive amblyopia, visual acuity was 6/6-6/9 in 34.5%, 6/12-6/18 in 44.8% and 6/24-6/60 in 20.7%. Color vision was decreased in 27.3% in ametropic, 9.1% in meridional and normal in anisometropic type. Contrast sensitivity was decreased in 27.3% each in ametropic and anisometropic, and in 63.6% in meridional amblyopia. Good and poor (>200 seconds of arc) stereopsis was found in 24.1% each and moderate in 51.7% of refractive amblyopia. Contrast sensitivity was seen to be decreased with decrease in vision (40.0%, 42.8%, 50.0% and 100.0% in visual acuity 6/6-6/9, 6/12-6/18, 6/24-6/60 and<6/60 respectively). To conclude, visual functions are affected in different types of amblyopia.
Knowledge of prostate cancer and its screening among males attending Urology OPD in a tertiary care hospital in Kathmandu
Authors: Subedi Neeraj , Khadka Mohan , Adhikari Suman
Published: October 2023

Prostate cancer is a global burden on public health and it has been ranked as the second most common cancer in males worldwide. The incidence of prostate cancer generally increases with age and men with family history of prostate cancer have an increased risk of getting prostate cancer. The incidence varies across the world, where developed countries have a higher incidence as compared to developing countries. It is well known that early detection of certain grades of prostate cancer leads to a higher remission rate. Starting the screening for prostate cancer at the age of 40 for specific population provides the only way to reduce mortality from prostate cancer. A cross sectional hospital study was conducted using Consecutive sampling of eligible patients in the Urology Outpatient Department (OPD) of a tertiary care hospital in Kathmandu. A total of 378 patients attending Urology OPD were included in the study. A structured questionnaire which was sectioned into sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge of prostate cancer and its screening practices was administered to all the participants. Male more than 60 years of age attending Urology OPD were more (33.3%) followed by age group less than 40 years of age (28.6%). The majority of the patients visiting Urology UPD were from Province 3 (73.0%) and Province 1 (11.1%). Most of these patients were literate (34.9%) but the education level of college or higher were less (17.7%). When knowledge of prostate cancer among the participants were assessed, 55.6% participants replied that they have heard about the prostate cancer and among them, the majority of the participants (28.6%) had heard it from media like TV, radio and internet. The most common symptoms chosen by patients were hematuria (80.2%) and weight loss (72.0%). When asked about the prevention and cure of prostate cancer, 61.1% and 78.6% of them did not know about the prevention and its cure respectively. When knowledge on screening of prostate cancer was assessed, more than half of the participants were found to be aware of screening test and among them 94.4% chose blood test, Serum Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) as the screening test. Majority of the patients (61.4%) had chosen the age for screening as <40 years and many more (91.3%) wanted to go for screening. Overall, 55.6% had heard about prostate cancer and 30.7% did not know any symptoms of prostate cancer. This study identifies some deficits in knowledge of prostate cancer and screening among participants which can be addressed to increase the knowledge related to prostate cancer. It is thus important that these participants and other men be educated more on these important domains of prostate cancer.
POTENSI PENINGKATAN PRODUKTIVITAS TEBU DI LAHAN PASIRAN DENGAN PEMBERIAN BLOTONG BASAH
Authors: Kusumawati Anna
Published: October 2023

Tebu (Saccharum officinarum L) merupakan tanaman rumput-rumputan yang telah dibudidayakan di lebih dari 90 negara, baik di negara tropis dan subtropis. Tebu di Indonesia dimanfaatkan utama sebagai bahan baku dalam industri gula. Saat ini budidaya tebu banyak dilakukan pada lahan marjinal (pasiran) sehingga hasil yang didapatkan kurang maksimal. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Dusun Kiaran, Kecamatan Cangkringan, Kelurahan Wukirsari dan varietas tebu yang digunakan merupakan Bululawangan (BL). Penelitian ini menggunakan rancangan penelitian RAK 1 faktor yaitu penambahan blotong, dengan dua taraf yaitu B0 (tanpa blotong) dan B1 (dengan blotong) dengan tiga ulangan. Dosis blotong yang ditambahkan adalah 11,25 ton/ha blotong basah. Analisa tanah dan tanaman serta hasil tanaman dilakukan untuk melihat pengaruh pemberian blotong. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa blotong basah dari PG Madukismo memiliki kandungan pH yang netral, C organik tinggi dan memiliki kandungan hara baik N, P, K, Ca, Mg, dan Na. Terdapat hasil yang signifikan lebih tinggi pada tebu yang ditanam di lahan yang ditambahkan blotong dibandingkan pada tebu yang ditanam pada lahan tanpa penambahan blotong, pada parameter diameter batang, jumlah batang per rumpun, jumlah daun hijau dan produktivitas tebu. Kadar lengas tanah dan berat volume tanah memberikan hasil yang berbeda nyata antara lahan yang diberi blotong dan tanpa penambahan blotong. Penambahan blotong memberikan peningkatan yang signifikan pada parameter produksi brix dan produktivitas tebu, dengan peningkatan produktivitas hingga 208%. Pemberian blotong sebagai bahan pembenah tanah menjadi salah satu alternatif dalam upaya peningkatan produktivitas tebu di lahan pasiran.
PERHITUNGAN KEBUTUHAN DAN PEMETAAN RUANG TERBUKA HIJAU DI KOTA BONTANG
Authors: Lebang Sabat Sandraria , Siswanto Hari , Ariyanto Ariyanto , Ruslim Yosep
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghitung kebutuhan Ruang Terbuka Hijau berdasarkan luas wilayah mengacu pada Undang-undang Nomor 26 Tahun 2007 tentang penataan ruang dan kebutuhan oksigen di Kota Bontang, memetakan sebaran dan luasan, memetakan lahan yang potensial untuk dijadikan Ruang Terbuka Hijau kawasan perkotaan, dan memprediksi kebutuhan Ruang Terbuka Hijau 10 tahun kedepan. Kegiatan yang dilakukan meliputi persiapan, pengumpulan data, pengolahan data, analisis data dan penyusunan skripsi, menggunalkan sumber informasi dari Citra SPOT 6/7 Tahun 2020, peta administrasi Kota Bontang, Data statistik Kota Bontang, Data statistik Kota Bontang, Peta Fungsi Kawasan dan Peta RTH eksisting, sebagai data acuan untuk mengetahui kecukupan RTH berdasarakan 30%. Luas wilayah di Kota Bontang adalah 4.856,40 ha yang terdiri dari RTH Privat 1.618,80 dan RTH Publik 3.237,60 ha. Luas RTH eksisting Kota Bontang yaitu 7.023,68 ha; RTH Privat 1.676,41 ha dan RTH Publik 5.362,94 ha. Kebutuhan Ruang Terbuka Hijau di Kota Bontang sudah terpenuhi kecukupan sebesar 30% dari luas wilayah. Sementara luas RTH berdasarkan kebutuhan oksigen adalah 8.361,7 ha sehingga terdapat kekurangan luas RTH sebesar 1.322,35 ha. Ruang Terbuka Hijau Kota Bontang tersebar merata pada semua kecamatan dan fungsi kawasan,. Luas areal yang potensial untuk dijadikan RTH adalah seluas 1.523,50 ha dan mencukupi untuk memenuhi kekurangan luas RTH sebesar 1.338,02 ha sampai tahun 2031. Berdasarkan hasil analisis Kebutuhan Ruang Terbuka Hijau Kota Bontang dalam kurun 10 tahun kedepan (tahun 2031) adalah 8.361,7 ha perlu dilakukan inventarisasi pada lahan yang berpotensi dijadikan RTH, hal ini dilakukan untuk memastikan bahwa lokasi tersebut memang cocok dan bisa dijadikan RTH.
SEBARAN DAN KARAKTERISTIK KONFLIK ORANGUTAN (Pongo pygmaeus) DENGAN MANUSIA DI KALIMANTAN TIMUR
Authors: Sugianto Yoyok , Budiwijaya Rachmad , Aipassa Marlon Ivanhoe , Sukartiningsih Sukartiningsih , Kustiawan Wawan , Rayadin Yaya
Published: October 2023

Orangutan di Kalimantan saat ini memiliki status konservasi critically endangered. Kerusakan habitat orangutan menyebabkan orangutan hidup pada lokasi yang berdekatan dengan aktivitas manusia, sehingga rawan menimbulkan konflik antara orangutan dan manusia. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan data dan informasi tentang sebaran dan karakteristik konflik antara orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) dengan manusia yang terjadi di Provinsi Kalimantan Timur. Pengumpulan data dilakukan untuk mengetahui berbagai kejadian konflik antara orangutan dan manusia dilakukan melalui pengamatan deskriptif dan kuisioner. Di Provinsi Kalimantan Timur dalam periode waktu 10 tahun terakhir yakni tahun 2012 hingga 2021, ada 109 kejadian penanganan konflik antara manusia dengan orangutan. Terdapat 67 usaha baik secara rehabilitasi maupun translokasi. Orangutan berjenis kelamin jantan lebih banyak terlibat konflik yakni sebanyak 68 individu, sedangkan orangutan berjenis kelamin betina sebanyak 28 individu. Banyaknya kejadian konflik berdasarkan jenis kelamin dan kelas umur adalah sebanyak 96 kejadian, dimana orangutan dewasa memiliki kejadian yang paling banyak yakni sebanyak 42 kejadian, dan yang paling sedikit kejadian konfliknya yakni pada kelas umur bayi yaitu sebanyak 8 kejadian konflik. Menurut asal usul atau lokasi konflik, kebun masyarakat menjadi lokasi yang sering terjadi konflik yakni sebanyak 39 kejadian, areal kebun sawit merupakan lokasi terbanyak kedua yang mengalami kejadian konflik yakni sebanyak 17 kali kejadian.
D. D. Kosambi's contributions to Indian Historiography
Authors: Rahevar Tejalba Takhatsinh
Published: October 2023

Historiography is usually the writing done by the researcher related to his topic. is doing research. But sometimes there are also instances of writing research being done different from the subject of study (degree level). Like Rasiklal Parikh, Jadunath Sarkar and Damodar Dharmananda Kosambi (Kosambi), the protagonist of the present article, originally a student of mathematics - although his studies were in mathematics, his contribution in the field of history - culture is not less. Often in this way reading-meditation-research-drawing becomes important due to interest even though it is not the subject of original study. So, it is also seen that in spite of studying only the subject, no field is provided due to lack of interest in the basic related subject. The present paper discusses the historiography of Professor Damodar Dharmananda Kosambi.

Abstract in Gujarati Language:

ઈતિહાસલેખન કરવું સામાન્ય રીતે જે તે સંશોધક પોતાના વિષયને આનુષાંગિક લેખનકાર્ય કરતો હોય છે. સંશોધન કરતો હોય છે. પરંતુ કેટલીક વાર અભ્યાસના (ડિગ્રી કક્ષાના) વિષયથી  ભિન્ન લેખન સંશોધન થતું હોવાના પણ દાખલા મળી આવે છે. જેમ કે રસિકલાલ પરીખ, જદુનાથ  સરકાર અને પ્રસ્તુત લેખના નાયક દામોદર ધર્માનંદ કોસામ્બી(કોસાંબી) મૂળ ગણિતના વિદ્યાર્થી – અભ્યાસ ગણિત વિષયમાં કરેલ હોવા છતાં ઇતિહાસ – સંસ્કૃતિના ક્ષેત્રે  તેમનું પ્રદાન ઓછું નથી. ઘણીવાર આ રીતે અર્થાત મૂળ અભ્યાસનો વિષય ન હોવા છતાં રસ-રૂચિના કારણે વાંચન-મનન - સંશોધન –આલેખન મહત્વનું બની રહેતું હોય છે. તો માત્ર વિષય લઇને અભ્યાસ કરવા છતાં મૂળભૂત સબંધિત વિષયમાં રસ-રૂચિના અભાવે કોઈ પણ ક્ષેત્રે પ્રદાન હોતું નથી એવું પણ જોવામાં આવે છે. પ્રસ્તુત શોધપત્રમાં પ્રાધ્યાપક દામોદર ધર્માનંદ કોસાંબીના ઈતિહાસલેખન વિશે ચર્ચા કરવામાં આવેલ છે.

 Keywords: ઈતિહાસ, સંસ્કૃતિ, વિશ્લેષણ, સામંતવાદ
Indo-US Relations: Issues and Challenges
Authors: Singh Sarwan , Singh Hakim
Published: October 2023

The Indo-US relations are strategically very significant. Both the countries have many purposes that they can be fulfilled from each other. India is strategically important for US due to many reasons like both the countries followed the democracy having common ideas and aspirations, increasing dominance of India in international politics, to counter the growth of China, security of Indian Ocean, fastest growing economy with huge consumers for US, strength and experience to counter terrorism, second largest importer of India etc. On the other hand, friendship with US is also very vital for India from various points of view like safeguarding its security interests with Pakistan, China and other neighboring countries, desire to become permanent member of UNSC, countering China in Indian Ocean region, provide higher and advanced technology in aerospace, intelligence, defense, commerce and to grow economically. Hence, it is very important to study the issues and challenges prevailed in Indo-US relations if someone wants to understand the relations between these two states.
Erliquiose e anaplasmose em estado de latência pós-tratamento terapêutico em cadela: Relato de caso
Authors: Guimarães Keyla Franco , Barros de Menezes Alisson , Rodrigues Branco Borgatto Nathalia , Marcos Xavier Helder , Renata Pires Fernandes Telma , Rodrigues Denise de Fátima
Published: October 2023

The co-infection of ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis is a common condition in small animal clinics, mainly transmitted by the tick Rhipicephalus sanguineus, which can cause several serious clinical signs, including progression to death. A routine check was performed on a female dog of the Lhasa Apso breed, five years old, weighing 5.6 kg, resident to the municipality of Salto, in the state of São Paulo (Brazil). During anamnesis, the tutor reported that the animal was previously treated for a hemoparasitosis, recovering from clinical signs for more than 24 months, taking Afoxolaner periodically since then. Upon physical examination, body temperature of 38° C was observed, normal colored mucous membranes, heart and respiratory rates within normal limits with 2 seconds of capillary refill time (CRT), and no levels of dehydration, changes in lymph nodes or sensitivity to pain. abdominal. A complete blood count was performed, which indicated slight changes in the red series and thrombocytopenia, and material was sent for the diagnosis of hemoparasitosis using the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technique, which was found to be positive for Ehrlichia spp and Anaplasma spp. Specific treatment was applied with doxycycline and imidocarb dipropionate. During treatment, a new blood count was performed, which indicated improvement in the alterations and, two months after starting treatment, a new PCR was performed, in which results were negative for infectious agents.
Criptorquidismo bilateral em felino: Relato de caso
Authors: Silva Alice da , Gabardo Denise de Souza , Sá Lúvia Souza de
Published: October 2023

The term "cryptorchidism" is defined by the failure of one or both testicles to descend into the scrotal sac of the animal at the appropriate time. The occurrence of cryptorchidism in cats is not frequently reported. The incidence varies from 0.76% to 1.67%. The diagnosis of cryptorchidism is usually made during general clinical examination through visual inspection and palpation. However, abdominal ultrasonography is one of the preferred imaging methods due to its non-invasive nature and efficiency in determining testicular location, especially in intra-abdominal cases and for surgical planning. The present study aimed to report a case that highlights the importance of imaging diagnosis in a cryptorchid feline, treated at a Veterinary Clinic located in Palhoça, Santa Catarina (Brazil). During consultation, the main complaint was related to the animal's behavior, displaying constant vocalization, wandering, and flight instincts. Ultrasound examination revealed bilateral intracavitary cryptorchidism. The animal was referred for a surgical procedure, undergoing an exploratory laparotomy for removal of the testicles from the abdominal cavity.
Performance Analysis of Traditional Weaving SMEs in South Sulawesi: The Role of Mediating Technology Capability and Work Culture on the Effect of Open Innovation on Competitive Advantage
Authors: Handriani Ester , Hatane Semuel
Published: October 2023

The study was conducted on 152 SMEs of traditional weaving in South Sulawesi in two districts, namely 122 SMEs of Wajo Regency and 30 SMEs of Tana Toraja Regency. Data collection was obtained through the google meet link from February 2022 to April 2022 with the help of a network of traditional weaving entrepreneurs from South Sulawesi. The Open Innovation research variable is measured by seven indicators, Technology Capability is measured by ten indicators, Employee Work Culture is measured by thirteen indicators, and Competitive Advantage is measured by four indicators. The data is processed by SMARTPLS 3.0. The results of the study prove that there is a direct positive effect of Open Innovation and Employee Work Culture on Competitive Advantage. Employee Work Culture can mediate the effect of Open Innovation on Competitive Advantage. Work Culture is proven to have a mediating role in the influence of Open Innovation on Competitive Advantage.
Development of Multi Language Communication in Local People using Electronic Dictionary
Authors: Sudasna Na Ayudhya Panornuang
Published: October 2023

Research objectives were to develop e-dictionary in Thai, Lao Vieng, Mon, English and Chinese language to enchance cultural tourism communication in Ban Pong District, Ratchaburi Province, and to evaluate the e-book effectiveness. The research methodology is divided into four main parts: 1. development of linguistic content using focusing groups of 10 people with cultural and language knowledge of nationalities to analyze important cultural content and the translation of cultural content at the level of words, conversation and description from Thai to Lao Vieng, Mon, English and Chinese languages, and 2. developing an e-book with a multimedia appearance. The findings include: 1. The content of the book is divided into 5 chapters: Chapter 1 local food and desserts, Chapter 2 clothes, Chapter 3 local products, Chapter 4 cultural attractions, and Chapter 5 cultural activities with efficiency of 80.4/80.33.
Assessing The Relationship Between Stressors and Mental Health Among PPV Volunteers: Religiosity as a Coping Strategy
Authors: Abdullah Mohd Zulkifli , Othman Abdul Kadir , Rashid Mas Anom Abdul , Anuar Annurizal
Published: October 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a significant change in the way we perceive things around us, live our lives, and expect the future to be. Although we have gone through the worst event of our lives, some of us are still having difficulties continuing our daily routines. Working closely with vaccine recipients exposed them to excessive danger since they were unaware of the recipients’ health status. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the role of religiosity in moderating the effect of the stressors, comprising workload & environment, organizer & colleagues, dealing with recipients and knowledge & skills, on mental health among volunteers that comprise psychological distress, physical illness, and mental illness. A total of 226 volunteers from 10 PPVs were selected using a convenience sampling technique. Each of them was given a 21-item questionnaire to be filled out via the WhatsApp application. The items in the questionnaire were adopted from past research. The findings show that workload & environment and dealing with recipients are the significant stressors that lead to psychological distress. Furthermore, religiosity is found to moderate the effect of dealing with recipients on psychological distress. Regarding physical illness, workload & environment, dealing with recipients and knowledge & skills are the significant stressors that influence physical illness. In this relationship, religiosity does not act as a significant moderator. Regarding mental illness, workload & environment and dealing with recipients are found to be the significant stressors that contribute to mental illness. However, when religiosity was tested as a moderator, it was discovered that religiosity influences the relationship between knowledge & skills and mental illness. The findings confirm the significant role of religion as a coping strategy to address the influence of certain stressors on mental health.
The Role of Tax Officer on MSME Taxpayer Compliance: Case Study Indonesia
Authors: Fachriah Nur Titin , Arianty Fitria , Marsdenia  , Setiawati Rahmi , Kasim Elsie Silviana
Published: October 2023

Tax reformation in Indonesia has been started since 1983. The reformation of the tax administration system which includes organizational, human resource, and business process improvements as well as tax regulations. The use of digitalization is help to improve business processes, but for some MSME actors, complicate the process of fulfilling tax obligations. In order to provide The Indonesian Tax Authority with tax regulations relating to MSME actors, this study intends to evaluate the function of the behavioral theory of tax compliance of MSMEs in Indonesia. This study uses a qualitative method and the result was confirmed with in-depth interviews with SMEs actor, related institutions, and tax officers. The research data were obtained from 50 participants in Cirebon and Purwokerto districts. Based on the behavioral theories, the results show that support from tax officers encourages SME tax compliance in Cirebon and Purwokerto districts, Indonesia.
Present and Future Digital Technology Use in Ecotourism: Understanding Tourists’ Acceptance
Authors: Kassim Erne Suzila , Abdul Rahim Ramita , Said Noor Azzah , Jailani Sri Fatiany Abdul Kader , Hairuddin Hanitahaiza , Munir Rosintansafinas , Abd Latif Zulkiflee
Published: October 2023

Digital technology has the potential to enhance the tourist experience, particularly in the context of ecotourism. This study aims to investigate tourists' acceptance of digital technology for ecotourism activities using the technology acceptance model (TAM) and to assess their future usage intentions. The motivation behind this research stems from the increasing interest of tourists in eco-friendly nature experiences, the rise of movements focused on enjoying the natural environment, and advancements in technology for the tourism industry. A survey methodology was employed, and the data were analyzed using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings indicate that perceived ease of use and perceived value significantly predict tourists' attitude toward digital technology. Moreover, attitude plays a significant role in influencing the behavioral use of digital technology. Additionally, both perceived value and behavioral use are significant factors in explaining tourists expected future use of digital technology. Furthermore, the assessment of future technology use reveals the top five choices of ecotourists, namely location-based services, wireless and mobile technology, destination management systems, climate information management, and intelligent transport systems. Thus, this study concludes that digital technology has a profound impact on the ecotourism industry and has the potential to foster enduring connections between humans and nature.
Unearthing the Context of Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainable Development and Climate Change: Towards Future Research Direction
Authors: Hishan Sanil  , Suresh Ramakrishnan  , Lai Kwee Yee  , Khartic Rao Manokaran
Published: October 2023

Although the social and environmental effects of global business are not fresh, there have been increased concerns in recent years as a result of urgent global issues such as climate change and deprivation. In terms of their regional reach and operations, multinational corporations are perceived as having a particular role, since they address a variety of concerns, stakeholders and societal structures, in both home and host countries. They are regarded continuously as having the capacity to be not only part of the issue but also potentially part of the remedy and have been illustrated in their research interests in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and global business' sustainable development implications. However, there was no formal research and inclusion in the literature. This paper discusses how these topics have been explored in IB work and describe specific knowledge differences and solutions. It often introduces recent experiments that yield insightful findings that lead to exciting areas for more study.
The Role of University Image and Student Satisfaction in Retaining Student for Technical University during Covid-19 Pandemic Era
Authors: Sallaudin Hassan  , Mohd. Farid Shamsudin  , Ishamuddin Mustapha  , Rohaizan Ahmad  , Jimisiah Jaafar
Published: October 2023

Covid-19 pandemic effects the way organization’s worldwide runs their operation. Many sectors are affected with this pandemic inclusive of higher education. The conventional teaching and learning which is face to face need to change to online platform. This bring challenges to higher education especially in technical university which required more practical session. This study aimed to investigate the intention of student to retain in the current university. Two antecedence variables which is university image and student satisfaction was selected to measure it effect toward student retention. The scope of study is technical university in Malaysia. Purposive sampling was used among diploma student for data collection. 200 of good data has been analyzed using Partial Least Square (PLS)_Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). The measurement model indicates that all items in reflective constructs are reliable and validated. Descriptive analysis indicated that even though student satisfaction and university image is high, student retention is moderate only. The structural model analysis revealed that there is direct and significant effect between university image, student satisfaction and student retention. This findings met all objectives and therefore all hypothesis are supported. This finding is beneficial for technical university to develop a proper strategies in order to retain and therefore increase number of student.  Further study is suggested to broaden the scope to other universities for better result generalization.
Hydromagnetic Falkner-Skan Flow of Hybrid Nanofluid Over a Moving Wedge
Authors: Nurul Musfirah Murad  , Rahimah Binti Mahat
Published: October 2023

The concept of hybrid nanofluids to improve heat transfer has resulted in fairly reasonable expectations for their applications. This study focuses on the unsteady flow of a Falkner-Skan hybrid nanofluid over a moving wedge. This study focuses on hybrid nanofluids composed of water as the base fluid and copper and alumina as nanoparticles. The governing equations are solved using the Keller-Box Method. The effects of various parameters on fluid flows and heat transport, such as magnetic field, moving wedge parameter, porosity, and unsteady parameter are investigated and graphically presented. Furthermore, the obtained results are validated by comparing them to the earliest published paper, and they are found to be in excellent agreement.
Sectoral Analysis of Multi-Level Determinants Influencing Stock Price of Non-Financial Listed Firms in Pakistan
Authors: Raza Hamad , Suresh Ramakrishnan  , Syed Muhammad Ahmad Hassan Gillani
Published: October 2023

Stock price performance is considered as one of the most important area of financial research by investors, managers, financial analysts and government as share price is a centre of gravity for the investment decisions. Previous studies have identified several determinants of stock price. Most of these studies have focused on firm-level determinants. The recent developments emphasized on the effect of multi-level determinants (i.e. firm-level, sector-level and country-level) on share price. However, there is scare research focusing on examining the impact of financial sustainability on share price. Financial sustainability is relatively a new concept that demands further exploration as it can be beneficial for the firms. For this reason, this study included financial sustainability as one of the variables in firm-level determinants affecting share price. Thus, this study aims to identify the multi-level determinants of stock price of non-financial listed firms across sectors in Pakistan. The current study performs analysis on 181 non-financial firms across six sectors listed on Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) from year 2000 to 2017. Moreover, the presents study utilizes different estimators such as descriptive statistics, correlation matrix, diagnostic tests, Hausman test and fixed-effect method to estimate the relationship between dependent and independent variables. The findings suggests that effect of multi-level determinants varies across sectors in Pakistan due to unique nature of each sector. The outcomes of this study provide policy direction and practical implications to firm’s management, stakeholders and policymakers to pinpoint the important factors and its implications on share price in order to safeguard all stakeholders from potential losses.
Socio Economic Demographic of Rice Farmers’ and Credit Access: Effect to Developing Countries: A Case Study of Kano, Nigeria
Authors: Muhammad Ibrahim Datti  , Rusmawati Binti Said  , Normaz Wana Bt Ismail  , Azmawani Binti Abd. Rahman
Published: October 2023

This study examined the effect of socio economic demographic of rice farmers on credit access in Kano, Nigeria. The study administered questionnaire and 180 respondents were selected from multisampling method and Logit model was used in the analysis. The study found age and educational attainment have positive significant effect on access to credit. While, gender, farm size, family size and farmer’s income were insignificant on access to credit. The study recommends the credit provider institutions should delegate staff who can guide the farmers on how to fill the request form and explain the requirements in their native language.
Characteristics of Natural Fiber Composites Materials Reinforced with Aluminum and Copper Powder for The Performance of Automatic Motorcycle Clutch Pad
Authors: Riyadi Riyadi , Kholil Ahmad , Siregar Januar Parlaungan , Dwiyati Siska Titik , Pratama Danang Budi , Setiawan Ari , Syaefudin Eko Arif
Published: October 2023

Currently, research on natural fiber composites (NFC) for automotive applications has attracted the attention of researchers and academics. Natural fibers such as coconut fiber and wood powder are mixed with metal materials such as aluminum and copper to obtain the composite characteristics of automatic motorcycle clutch pad materials. Coconut fiber and wood powder are suitable natural materials for composites and are easily obtained from waste. Natural fiber materials with metal reinforcement into composites are expected to produce materials suitable for friction materials such as clutch pads and brake pads with a good characteristic. This study aims to determine the characteristics of the coefficient of friction, wear, and hardness of NFC materials reinforced aluminum and copper powder for the performance of automatic motorcycle clutch pads. Experiments were carried out on various compositions of aluminum and copper powder. Tribometer testing was carried out to determine the friction coefficient and wear. Hardness testing using the Vickers method and testing the performance of automatic motorbikes with a chassis dyno test. The results show that the performances of the clutch pad with NFC-reinforced aluminum and copper show power and torque results that resemble the performances of genuine part materials in each operating cycle. The value of friction coefficient, wear, and hardness of this material are a value close to that of a genuine part clutch pad material. The improved performance of this material is expected to be considered in the manufacture of future clutch pads.
Enhanced Modeling of Crumple Zone in Vehicle Crash Simulation Using Modified Kamal Model Optimized with Gravitational Search Algorithm
Authors: Zubir Amrina Rasyada , Hudha Khisbullah , Kadir Zulkiffli Abd , Amer Noor Hafizah
Published: October 2023

The effectiveness of a vehicle crash system depends on how well it can simulate the behavior of a real vehicle in a crash scenario and accurately identifies the correct working limits of the model parameters, including mass, spring, and damper. Therefore, this study explores the modelling vehicle front crumple zone to represent the behaviors of real crash scenario. The modelling process using Kamal approach is used to develop a precise vehicle crash model for analyzing the impact of a collision on both the vehicle and its passengers. In this study, a complex mass-spring-damper system representing the front crumple zone of an actual car is re-designed to modify the existing vehicle crash model. The gravitational search algorithm (GSA) is implemented in the simulation model's code to obtain optimized values of damping coefficient (c) and spring constant (k). The simulation results show that the deformation response of crumple zone and the deceleration response of vehicle body match the experimental results, indicating the model's accuracy. Additionally, this study investigates the effects of varying the GSA parameters' number of agents (N), the beta parameter (β), and the gravitational constant (G) to improve the model's accuracy by minimizing the root mean square error (RMSE) between model response and crash test data. The optimal GSA parameter chosen in this study were N = 50, β = 0.3, and G = 20 with the lowest RMSE of 22.3874, 22.26664, and 23.86638 respectively.
Performance of a Single-Cylinder Four-Stroke Engine with High Concentrations of Gasoline-Ethanol-Methanol (GEM)
Authors: Hanifuddin M , Taufiqurrahman Muhammad Faja , Setyawan Tri Aji , Anggarani Riesta , Wibowo Cahyo Setyo , Sugiarto Bambang
Published: October 2023

Several types of alternative fuels have been developed to replace fossil fuels. Alcohols, such as ethanol and methanol, can be blended with gasoline for spark ignition (SI) engines. High octane number and oxygen content in alcohol can increase combustion efficiency. Therefore, our current research investigates the effect of high concentrations of ethanol and methanol mixed in 90 RON gasoline. The mixture was implemented in a 150 cc single-cylinder four-stroke spark ignition (SI) engine without any modifications. Engine testing was carried out with wide-open throttle (WOT) and different engine speeds from 4000 to 10000 rpm. Torque, power, and Air Fuel Ratio (AFR) were measured during experiments on a chassis dynamometer. Our test results found that the higher the methanol fraction in the mixture, the lower the torque generated. To improve engine performance, further research is needed on modified engines so that optimal conditions can be identified.
Study of the structure and electrical properties of graphene oxide (GO) and graphene oxide+nanocellulose (GO+NC)
Authors:   International Science Complex ASTANA, Almasov N. , Kurbanova B. ,   International Science Complex ASTANA, Kuanyshbekov T. ,   Sarsen Amanzholov East Kazakhstan State University, Akatan K. ,   Sarsen Amanzholov East Kazakhstan State University, Kabdrakhmanova S. ,   Satbayev University, Aimaganbetov K. ,   International Science Complex ASTANA
Published: October 2023

Proton exchange membranes (PEMs) that function at elevated temperatures surpassing 100°C and exhibit exceptional mechanical, chemical, and thermochemical stability have garnered significant interest. This is primarily due to their practical utility in proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs). In the present era, an extensive array of polymers and polymer-blended membranes have been scrutinized for their applicability in this domain. Each of these materials presents a set of advantages and disadvantages. However, the realm of PEMFCs is still in search of the perfect membrane endowed with distinct properties. Graphene oxide, a two-dimensional substance arising from the oxidation of graphite, has manifested itself as a promising candidate. Oxygen (O) functional groups are incorporated within the sp2 carbon (C) plane of the oxidized graphite, forming graphene oxide. This material can be synthesized by exfoliating graphite oxide, a three-dimensional carbon-based compound, into layered sheets using ultrasonic or mechanical agitation. The presence of multiple reactive oxygen functional groups renders graphene oxide suitable for a diverse array of applications, such as composite polymers, energy conversion materials, environmental safeguards, sensors, transistors, and optical components. This versatility is attributable to its outstanding electrical, mechanical, and thermal properties. Among the various methodologies for graphene oxide synthesis, the modified Hammer method stands out for its simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and high yield. This research delves into the structural analysis of graphene oxide obtained through the Hammer method, utilizing commercially available graphite. The study involves the creation of membranes based on carboxymethylcellulose (NC) that integrate dispersed graphene oxide (GO) sheets. These novel membranes, as well as pristine graphene oxide, were subjected to a comprehensive array of analytical techniques including XRD, XPS, Raman, FTIR, and SEM microscopy. Additionally, electrophysical characterizations were undertaken employing electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurements. The investigation uncovered that the introduction of NC into the graphene oxide matrix significantly enhances the electron conductivity of the composite membrane. Simultaneously, the presence of graphene oxide contributes to the mechanical robustness and thermomechanical stability of the membrane structure. The principal impetus behind this article lies in furnishing vital insights into the physical and structural attributes of graphene oxide membranes relevant to their deployment in hydrogen energy applications.
Місце літописних уличів у ранньосередньовічній історії України
Authors: Беднарчик Тарас
Published: October 2023

The purpose of the article is to study the habitat of the Ulych tribe on the territory of modern Ukraine, the specifics of their interaction with non-Slavic peoples, and the reasons for their confrontation with the princes of Rus. The research methodology is based on a combination of general scientific (analysis, synthesis, generalization) and special-historical (historical-comparative, historical-typological, historical-systemic) methods with the problem-chronological principle and the principles of scientificity, historicism, objectivity, comprehensiveness and integrity scientificity. The scientific novelty of the work is that, for the first time, historical information about Ulyches in different regions of our country is correlated and analyzed, and their civilizational influence on the population of Ukraine during the Middle Ages is established. Conclusions. The historical information about the habitation of the Ulyches in the Middle Podniprovya, Southern Pobuzhzhia, Podnistrovya, and the Danube region is confirmed by the results of archaeological research. Separate local zones of Ulyches’ settlement were Southern Podniprovya, Southern Kyiv Region, Southern Volyn, and Dnister Canyon. The Ulyches possessed developed for their time agricultural technologies, which were based on agriculture and homestead cattle breeding. The metallurgy, metalworking and jewelry were among the main crafts. The production of millstones from volcanic tuff was a unique technology . The main Ulyches’attractions are numerous hillforts, which were above all things a military camp and a shelter for the population. The ability to build and improve these objects quickly testifies to the presence of developed clan relations, authoritative administration and nobility. The Ulyches and the Tyvertsi were particularly close tribes and had a common area of residence in Podnistrovya. Both tribes together participated in the development of the right bank lands of the Danube mouth in the 10th-11th centuries. Counting the number of known hillforts and analyzing the Ulyches’ settlement area allows us to call them one of the most numerous tribes of Ukraine in the 9th–11th centuries. The long period of wars of the 9th–10th centuries. between the princes of Rus and the Ulyches was caused by the struggle for supremacy in the Dnipro region and possession of the Dnipro river route to the Black Sea.The Ulyches had a special relationship with nomadic peoples, that distinguishes them from other Slavic tribes. The representatives of the southern branch of the Saltiv culture were their neighbour and constant partner in interaction during the VIII–XI centuries.