bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
TRANSFORMING GREEN TRANSPARENCY INTO GREEN BRAND LOYALTY AND REPURCHASE INTENTIONS: THE ROLE OF BRAND IMAGE AND CREDIBILITY AMONG ELECTRIC VEHICLE USERS
Authors: Uikey Ashish Ashok , Baber Ruturaj , Marak Zericho R.
Published: January 2025

The present study leverages the Stimulus-Organism-Behavior-Consequence (SOBC) framework to investigate how green transparency influences green brand loyalty and repurchase intention among electric vehicle consumers. Specifically, it examines the mediating roles of brand image and brand credibility in the relationships among green transparency, green brand loyalty, and repurchase intention. Data collected from 386 electric vehicle users were analyzed using Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Results reveal that green transparency positively impacts brand image and brand credibility, which subsequently enhances green brand loyalty and repurchase intention. Mediation analysis further highlights brand image and brand credibility as critical mechanisms linking green transparency to green brand loyalty. This study extends the SOBC framework to green marketing, offering theoretical and practical insights into fostering sustainable consumer behavior. By emphasizing the role of green transparency in building credible and compelling brand narratives, the findings guide marketers in cultivating consumer trust and loyalty while supporting policymakers in formulating transparency regulations for a sustainable marketplace.
Impact of Starvation Duration on the Antimicrobial Efficacy and Protein Content of Crude Saliva Extract from Asian Buffalo Leech Hirudinaria Manillensis
Authors:   Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University College MAIWP International, Taman Batu Muda 68100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Mulyadi Lai Henkie Isahwan Ahmad , Nordin Amir Shafiruddin ,   Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University College MAIWP International, Taman Batu Muda 68100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Sulaiman Wan Mohd Azizi Wan ,   Faculty of Pharmacy, University College MAIWP International, Taman Batu Muda 68100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Published: January 2025

Hirudinaria manillensis, a freshwater leech endemic to Peninsular Malaysia, exhibits promising antimicrobial and biochemical properties. Its saliva serves
as a model for studying annelid biology in leech therapy. This study aimed to assess the protein concentration and antimicrobial activity of crude leech saliva
extracts (CLSE) under varying starvation conditions. CLSE was collected by feeding leeches a phagostimulatory solution through a parafilm membrane. The
total protein concentration was measured using the Bradford assay, and antimicrobial activity was evaluated through disc diffusion and minimal inhibitory
concentration tests. Our findings indicate that protein production and CLSE secretion are influenced by starvation duration. Protein concentration in CLSE
significantly decreased from 49.8 mg/L ± 0.033 at 2 weeks to 40.34 mg/L ± 0.053 at 4 weeks, with a drastic reduction to 24.45 mg/L ± 0.003 at 8 weeks,
likely due to physiological exhaustion. Microbial activity tests revealed that CLSE collected after a 4 week starvation period exhibited significant inhibition
against gram negative strain: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Salmonella enterica, but not Staphylococcus aureus. Beyond the fourth week, no
significant changes in inhibitory zones were observed. These results demonstrate that the starvation period significantly affects both protein concentration
and antimicrobial efficacy of CLSE. Further investigation into the relationship between starvation duration and protein concentration in relation to microbial
activity is necessary. Obtaining sufficient CLSE volumes for comprehensive analysis remains a challenge.
An ideal school library in Nigeria: Librarians’ view
Authors: Tukur Bello , Tsafe Aliyu G. , Ibrahim Nura
Published: January 2025

The library at both the primary and secondary school levels has been aptly described as the “heart” of the school around which all school programmes revolved. Traditionally, it serves as a veritable tool for the attainment of the broad objectives of education. The present day school library is an integral and essential part of the school community. The need for functional school library within the school system is therefore, obvious and noncontroversial. Despite their inestimable importance however, school library development in Nigeria is still hindered by numerous problems prominent amongst them are inadequate funding, unsuitable accommodation, unqualified staff, inadequate and non-current information resources, irrelevant equipment and services, and above all nonrecognition of their importance by the relevant authorities. It is in the light of the above and many other problems and the need for an “ideal” school library in our educational system that this article attempt to highlight what constitutes an IDEAL school library in the views of the writers.
Social influence and effort expectancy as correlates of librarians` use of AI technologies for information retrieval in libraries in South-South, Nigeria
Authors: Achugbue Edwin Iroroeavwo , Okuonghae Omorodion
Published: January 2025

This study examined social influence and effort expectancy as predictors of librarians` use of AI technologies for information retrieval in libraries, with specific reference to Nigeria. To undertake the study, the correlational research design framework was used to examine professional librarians in public universities within the South South geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The population of the study comprised 301 librarians drawn from public university libraries within the South-South zone of Nigeria. Given the manageable size of the data, the entire population was used as the sample size. Thus, the total enumeration sampling technique was adopted. Questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection and the data collected was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics with the help of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings revealed positive relationship between social influence and librarians’ use of AI technologies for information retrieval. The study also showed a correlation between effort expectancy and librarians’ use of AI technologies for information retrieval. Given the outcome of the study, the paper therefore concluded that critical AI literacy programmes should be organized for librarians and library users so they can become effective and efficient users of AI technologies for information retrieval. The study recommended that library administrators should invest more in AI technologies in the library because of its growing acceptance in society and because it is relatively easy to learn and use.
WARISAN BUDAYA DAN PARIWISATA BERTANGGUNG JAWAB
Authors: Kasna I Ketut
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui sejauhmana penerapan prinsip-prinsip Pariwisata Bertanggungjawab di Desa Wisata di Bali dan mengetahui apa sajakah manfaat yang diterima oleh masyarakat sekitar Desa Wisata di Bali. Berdasarkan dari data yang diperoleh, Desa Wisata di Bali sudah menerapkan prinsip-prinsip Pariwisata Bertanggungjawab dengan cukup baik. Kegiatan yang berkaitan dengan penerapan prinsip-prinsip pariwisata bertanggungjawab adalah seperti penanaman pohon mangga, pengadaan tempat sampah, terbentuknya lapangan kerja baru bagi masyarakat setempat, adanya kegiatan yang berkaitan dengan pelestarian warisan budaya, terciptanya hubungan yang baik antara masyarakat dengan wisatawan, adanya kegiatan untuk meminimalisasi dampak negatif ekonomi, sosial dan budaya. Namun demikian, pada penerapan prinsip-prinsip pariwisata bertanggungjawab masih ada yang harus diperbaiki sehingga bisa lebih maksimal. Meningkatnya kemakmuran penduduk dunia membuat perjalanan wisata menjadi suatu kebutuhan bagi kehidupan modern. Majunya teknologi komunikasi dan transportasi semakin memudahkan wisatawan untuk melakukan sebuah perjalanan wisata. Perkembangan pariwisata masal secara nyata telah banyak memberikan dampak negatif pada masyarakat dan lingkungan alam. Oleh sebab itu munculah Pariwisata Bertanggungjawab yang merupakan hasil koreksi terhadap perkembangan pariwisata masal tersebut agar dapat meminimalisasi dampak-dampak negatif yang ditimbulkan dari kegiatan pariwisata sebagai grasto politik di era baru . Kata Kunci: Pariwisata Bertanggungjawab, Desa WisataResponsible Tourism, Tourism Village
ANALISIS PERAN BIROKRASI DALAM IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN PUBLIK DI ERA DIGITAL
Authors: Wahyuni Made Dewi , Sudiari Made , Murdiati Ni Ketut , Kapu Maria Oktaviani
Published: January 2025

The digital era has brought significant changes in government governance, including the implementation of public policies. The bureaucracy, as one of the main actors in this process, faces the challenge of adapting to developments in information and communication technology (ICT) in order to increase efficiency, transparency and accountability. This research aims to analyze the role of bureaucracy in implementing public policy in the digital era, with a focus on the use of digital technology to support administrative processes and decision making. The approach used is a qualitative method with data collection through in-depth interviews, document studies and participant observation. This research also explores factors that influence the effectiveness of bureaucracy in adopting digital innovation, such as human resource capacity, technological infrastructure support, and supportive regulations. It is hoped that the research results can provide theoretical and practical contributions in understanding the dynamics of bureaucracy in the midst of digital transformation, as well as provide recommendations for developing policies that are adaptive and responsive to community needs. Thus, this research can be a stepping stone in encouraging a bureaucracy that is more professional and oriented towards technology-based public services in the future.
PENGARUH GAYA HIDUP DAN KELAS SOSIAL TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN BERKUNJUNG PADA CAFÉ SUNSHINE KOTA BIMA
Authors: Sebrio Sberio , Purnama Ita
Published: January 2025

Abstrak – Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Gaya Hidup Dan Kelas Sosial Terhadap Keputusan Berkunjung Pada Café Sunshine Kota Bima. Jenis penelitian ini adalah Asosiatif untuk mengetahui hubungan sebab akibat antara dua variable atau lebih, populasi yang dipake dalam penelitian ini dikota bima dengan jumlahnya tidak diketahui (unknow population) dimana sampel yang digunakan yaitu sebesar 55 dengan teknik purposive sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data yaitu melalui observasi, kuesioner, studi pustaka dengan menggunakan teknik analisa data uji validitas, realiabilitas, uji asumsi klasik, uji regresi linear berganda, determinasi dan korelasi uji t dan uji f. Hasil penellitian yang dilakukan oleh peneliti yaitu 1.) pengaruh gaya hidup (X1) berpengaruh secara signifikan dengan nilai t-hitung sebesar 3.579 t-tabel sebesar 2.007 dengan nilai signifikansi 0,001 0,05 2.) pengaruh kelas sosial (X2) berpengaruh secara signifikan dengan nilai t-hitung sebesar 3.439 t-tabel sebesar 2.007 dengan nilai signifikansi 0,001 0,05 3.) gaya hidup dan kelas sosial berpengaruh secara simultan terhadap keputusan berkunjung pada café sunshine kota bima dengan f-hitung sebesar 23.273 f-tabel sebesar 3,18 dengan signifikansi sebesar 0,000 0,05 maka disimpulkan bahwa hipotesis ketiga yang menyatakan bahwa “ Gaya Hidup Dan Kelas Sosial Persepsi berpengaruh secara simultan.  Kata kunci: Gaya Hidup, Kelas Sosial, Keputusan Berkunjung
Pengaruh Literasi Keuangan Dan Perilaku Keuangan Terhadap Keputusan Investasi Pada Galeri Invesatasi Universitas Ngurah Rai
Authors: Geriadi Made Ayu Desy , Septiani Putu Surya
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh literasi keuangan dan perilaku keuangan terhadap keputusan investasi saham. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Galeri Investasi Universitas Ngurah Rai. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis data kuantitatif dengan menggunakan sumber data primer dan sekunder. Metode pengumpulan data menggunakan kuisioner yang diukur menggunakan skala likert. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah Mahasiswa yang terdaftar sebagai Investor di Galeri Investasi universitas Ngurah Rai dari tahun 2019 sampai 2023 yang berjumlah 703 orang. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik purposive sampling, sehingga jumlah sampel sebanyak 56 orang. Pengolahan data menggunakan bantuan program SPSS versi 25 for Windows. Instrumen penelitian menggunakan uji validitas dan realibilitas. Analisis data menggunakan uji asumsi klasik, analisis regresi linier berganda, analisis determinasi, uji F-test dan uji t-test. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa (1) literasi keuangan dan perilaku keuangan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan secara simultan terhadap keputusan investasi, (2) literasi keuangan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan secara parsial terhadap keputusan investasi dan (3) perilaku keuangan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan secara parsial terhadap keputusan investasi.
INTEGRASI TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT DAN PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KINERJA KARYAWAN DI PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR
Authors: Putra Arif Rachman , Darmawan Didit
Published: January 2025

This study explores the effect of Total Quality Management (TQM) and Performance Management System (PMS) on employee performance in manufacturing companies. This study uses a quantitative approach with data collection through questionnaires. Results show that TQM and PMS have a significant influence on improving employee performance, with PMS making a more dominant contribution. TQM plays a role through continuous improvement approaches and employee participation, while PMS supports through results-based evaluation, goal clarity, and feedback. This research provides recommendations for integrating TQM and PMS in management strategies to support sustainable employee performance improvement.
An Elliptical Slot Ring Defected Ground Structure (ESR-DGS) Based Antenna Design for 5G Applications
Authors: Al-Husseini Abdullah , Al-Ibadi Mohanad , Kadhim Qusay
Published: January 2025

Purpose: Continuous demand is for precise and compact systems that operate with 5G wireless technologies. The size and compactness of devices play a major role in developing communication systems, especially in 5G applications. One of the main components in 5G systems is the antenna system; it should be designed to meet 5G requirements. In this article, a microstrip antenna is designed with a resonant frequency of 12 GHz using an FR4 substrate with an overall size of 15x15x1.6 mm3 for 5G applications.
Methodology: The patch is etched with an inverted-F slot with optimized dimensions of 0.5x2.5 mm2 and 0.5x5.5 mm2 to perform a resonant frequency of 6.2 GHz. The antenna is optimized to operate with 5.38 GHz with the same dimensions using double elliptical slots ring resonators (ESR) defective ground plane (DGND) with outer radii of (5 mm, and 4 mm) and inner of (4.25 mm, and 3.25 mm) with gap-space of 0.25 mm between them to perform a size reduction ratio of 82.558%.
Findings: This allows the antenna to operate with 5G applications such as WiFi and WiMAX. The antenna can be fabricated easily on an FR4 substrate with height, permittivity, and loss tangents of 1.6 mm, 4.3, and 0.02. It also can be implemented with metamaterial and studied/analyzed of the other antenna's performance for further size reduction.   
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The antenna configuration supports up to 82.558% size reduction. The proposed structure operates with return loss, gain, radiation efficiency, and bandwidth of -37 dB, 2.21 dB, 75.8%, and 122.2 MHz from (5.4417-5.3195) GHz respectively.
Mineral resource base of diamonds, base and precious metals of the Russian Federation in the 21st century
Authors: IVANOV ANATOLIY , ALEKSEEV YAROSLAV , NAUMOV YEVGENIY , KULIKOV DANILA , KORCHAGINA DARYA , MIGACHEV IGOR , BARYSHEV ALEXANDER , DONETS ALEXANDER , ZVEZDOV VADIM , KONKIN VICTOR
Published: January 2025

The article considers the dynamics of the mineral resource base of diamonds, precious (gold, platinum group metals, silver) and base (copper, lead, zinc, nickel, cobalt) metals (DPBM) of the Russian Federation in the first quarter of the 21st century. The need to intensify geological exploration to discover new deposits of the DPBM group, including large-volume ones with significant reserves but low grades of the useful components, is substantiated.
The structural formation conditions, sources of metals, and morphological types of ore mineralization of the Kirovskoe gold deposit, Amur region, Russia
Authors: OSTAPENKO NIKOLAY , NERODA OLGA
Published: January 2025

A brief description is given of the history of discovery, exploration, and operation of the Kirovskoye gold deposit and of its geological position and structural conditions of the ore localization. Based on the combined analysis of data of the predecessors and of our own studies, the following has been established: (1) the gold source was represented by a magmatic chamber and its initiating mantle melts; (2) the gold-bearing fluids entered the upper crust from a deep-seated magmatic chamber that had formed the Dzhalindinsky pluton near the surface and a series of its accompanying dikes of variegated composition; the gold ore mineralization formed with some delay from the formation of the differentiates of the magmatic chamber, in paragenetic connection with them; (3) gold was transported by fluids as part of soluble complexes with Cland (OH)in the ligands at deep levels of the hydrothermal system and also as part of hydrosulfide complexes and in solid-phase form at its upper levels; and (4) in areas of sharp decreases in the fluid pressure caused by significant openings of cracks and cavities, the following interrelated phenomena occurred in the hydrothermal system: fluid boiling, its heterogenization, and degassing, which led to its sharp supersaturation with the soluble Au complexes and mass nucleation of nanoparticles of native gold. A hydrophobicity of the surface of the particles facilitated formation of mobile associates "Aucr + gas bubbles", their natural flotation to the upper levels of the hydrothermal system, and accumulation in the interstices of the forming quartz aggregates, as well as in the areas of flattening of the cavities and in the upper peripheries of swells of the vein bodies. Aggregation of the gold nanoparticles and clusters in the accumulations of the associates led to formation of rich accumulations of enlarged free gold in the form of nests, bonanzas, and ore shoots. Plausibility of such a mechanism was experimentally confirmed by us. The gold ore deposit has been estimated as a potentially large ore object promising for discovery of new rich vein bodies and large-volume ore bodies with commercial-grade sulfide-gold-quartz veinlet-disseminated mineralization suitable for underground and open-pit exploitation.
Beyond the Bounds of Order: Ungoverned Spaces and the Challenges of Insecurity in Nigeria
Authors: Okoye Anthony Chukwuebuka , Gbekumo Ondo , Chikezie Akuchi Esther
Published: January 2025

For decades, the Nigerian state has been concerned with the issue of expanding insecurity within its borders. The insecurity manifests primarily in the form of Boko Haram (BH) terrorism, Niger Delta militancy, Unknown Gun Men (UGM) conundrum, banditry, kidnapping, cattle rustling, oil theft, sea robbery, armed robbery, and so on. Although, the literature appears to identify several causative factors to the insecurity. However, this study attributes the country’s precarious security situation to ungoverned spaces in all geo-political zones, states, local governments, and nearly all communities. These areas serve as havens, hideouts, training grounds, points of reconnaissance, and operational bases for terrorists. The study is anchored on the theory of state fragility through which it argued that the lack of capacity, and authority, on the part of the Nigerian state to assert its sovereignty over its territory enhances the ability of criminals, dissidents, and belligerent groups to unleash terror on the state and its citizens. Data for the study were generated from secondary sources and were analyses using the qualitative descriptive method. The study discovered that the inability of the Nigerian state to effectively police and maintain its presence across its territory accounts for the expanding security threats. The study recommends restructuring and reformation of the Nigerian security architecture and the adoption of state and community policing options. No one can know and better protect a place more than its inhabitants.
Validation of Training in Relation to Succession Planning: Exploratory Factor Analysis and Confirmatory Factor Analysis Approach
Authors: Ghazali Muhamad Tasyrif , Fauzi Muhammad Ashraf
Published: January 2025

This study examined the validity as well as reliability of a tool designed to examine training within the context of succession planning at public universities in Malaysia, using Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) as well as Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) methods. Therefore, this study obtained fourteen training items from prior studies and different industries, and these were modified according to the higher education industry. The survey was distributed to 430 respondents, comprising administrators from 20 public universities. Note that EFA was conducted on the pilot study data (n = 102) to determine potential factor structures. Correspondingly, CFA utilised data from the field study (n = 328) to validate the construct measurement model. Here, the validation processes for both the EFA as well as CFA presented that only 13 modified items across 4 components remained for a better-fitting model: Training Effectiveness (TE), Training Needs (TN), Training Transfer (TT), as well as Trainee Characteristic (TC). All Composite Reliability (CR) measures concerning these four components surpassed the necessary threshold of 0.7. As these indices values lie in their corresponding cutoff ranges, the model satisfies the Goodness-of-Fit (GOF) criterion: Chisq/df of 1.969, RMSEA of 0.054, GFI of 0.953, CFI of 0.976, TLI of 0.968, and NFI of 0.952. The research indicates that the tool is both valid as well as reliable for evaluating the elements of the training model.
Enhancing the Efficiency of Infrared Drying of Desiccated Coconut Through Process Optimization and Validation
Authors: Sahari Yahya , Anuar Mohd Shamsul , Mohd Nor Mohd Zuhair , Abdul Ghani Nur Hamizah
Published: January 2025

Drying desiccated coconut is always challenging due to its sensitivity to heat, which can reduce its color quality. The main goal of this study is to optimize infrared drying (IR) efficiency without affecting the final color quality of desiccated coconut. Single-mode infrared drying was optimized using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) with a central composite rotatable design (CCRD). Using a radiation output of 600 Watts and a fixed distance of 15 cm from the emitter, a single layer of fresh shredded coconut with a wet basis of approximately 51.35±4.0% was dried to less than 3% (w.b). Drying temperature and air velocity were taken into consideration as independent parameters. The selected optimal drying conditions, with the desirability value (D = 0.812), were 61°C drying temperature and 2.2 m/s air velocity. The response of optimal values for drying time, specific energy consumption (SEC), color changes, and whiteness index were 36.826 minutes, 19.821 kWh/kg, 3.431, and 71.762, respectively. Models for predicting these response values had R2 values of more than 0.90. All responses were shown to be significantly impacted by drying temperature and air velocity (p<0.05), with drying temperature having a larger effect than air velocity. The optimal drying parameters were validated with a less than 2% deviation.
Effect of Hydrogen Peroxide and Sodium Alcohol Ether Sulphate on the Properties of Porous Rice Husk Ash-based Geopolymer Foam
Authors: Mohd Azib Nurul Husna , Mohd Basri Mohd Salahuddin , Mohd Nor Mohd Zuhair , Mohd. Salleh Faiqa Shazeaa , Othman Siti Hajar , P Mohammed Mohd Afandi , Mazlan Norkhairunnisa , Kamarudin Siti Hasnah , Muhammad Hazwan Hamzah
Published: January 2025

Rice husk is a typical solid waste generated during rice processing, typically disposed of by combustion or landfills. One promising method for repurposing rice husk ash is as a pozzolan in geopolymer foam. This study explores additives like hydrogen peroxide and sodium alcohol ether sulfate (SAES) to enhance the properties of porous geopolymer foam made from rice husk ash. Hydrogen peroxide is utilized as a foaming agent to enhance porosity, while SAES acts as a stabilizer to influence the structure of the foam. The foam was prepared by mixing sodium silicate, sodium hydroxide, rice husk ash, genioperl, hydrogen peroxide, and stabilizer in specific ratios. Two variables are hydrogen peroxide (0.0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, and 0.4 wt.%) and SAES (0.0, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 wt.%). The compressive strength and total porosity tests are conducted according to standards. The results show that increased hydrogen peroxide increased total porosity but decreased compressive strength. On the other hand, SAES improved the foam’s structural integrity and maintained the compressive strength without significantly increasing porosity at 1.0 wt.% concentrations. The optimal total porosity and compressive strength were achieved with 0.40 wt.% hydrogen peroxide and 1.0 wt.% SAES. This study contributes to agriculture science and technology by exploring the potential use of rice husk ash-based geopolymer foam and determining the optimum formulation for its production. The findings also suggest that this foam can be utilized in various agricultural applications such as buildings, pipelines, and agriculture fields.
Application of GIS and SWAT Model for Assessing Water Yield at Taguibo River Watershed Forest Reserve (TRWFR), Butuan City, Philippines
Authors: Bocobo Aljon Ente , Apdohan Arnold Gemida , Cacayan Jr. Antonietto Ortega , Lajera Kenneth John Peña , Simbolas Febe Hyacinth Andoy
Published: January 2025

As urban development has progressed, the demand for reliable water supply in Butuan City has increased significantly. However, due to limited water suppliers, the availability of sanitary water could be more inconsistent. Furthermore, the region has experienced heightened occurrences and intensified magnitudes of floods and droughts because of the influence of climate change. Consequently, ensuring an adequate water supply to augment the needs of the growing population has become a pressing concern. Thus, this study developed a hydrological model utilizing the Geographic Information System (GIS) and the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) to assess the water yield of the Taguibo River Watershed Forest Reserve. The model was calibrated and validated using monthly average observed discharge data from 2012 to 2013 and 2010 to 2011. The validation phase demonstrated a strong correlation between the model-simulated and actual values, with R2 = 0.87, NSI = 0.73, and PBIAS= –19%, which revealed the satisfactory performance of the model. These findings underscore the effectiveness of integrating the GIS environment and SWAT model for evaluating watershed hydrology and estimating water yield. Overall, this study showcases the potential of GIS and the SWAT model in comprehensively examining the hydrological aspects of watersheds and providing valuable insights into water yield calculations.
The Impact of Pilots' Learning Satisfaction and Aptitude on Tension and Confidence
Authors:   Cheongju University, Korea, Jeon Seung Joon , Yoo Jae Hoon ,   Kwandong University, Korea, Park Wontae ,   Cheongju University, Korea
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the impact of student pilots' learning satisfaction and aptitude in relation to their confidence and tension. By understanding how the educational experiences and aptitudes of student pilots affect their psychological states, the study aims to provide academic evidence necessary for designing effective training programs. The results of this study indicated that learning satisfaction and aptitude positively influence confidence, with these two variables explaining approximately 66.3% of the variance in confidence levels. On the other hand, aptitude had a significant negative impact on tension; notably, lower aptitude in student pilots tended to increase tension levels. These findings emphasize the importance of psychological elements in training programs for student pilots and offer valuable insights for educators and policymakers in formulating effective training strategies to enhance the psychological stability and performance of student pilots.
Educación financiera como un factor determinante de responsabilidad social empresarial en los emprendedores textiles del emporio de Gamarra, Lima, Perú
Authors:   Universidad César Vallejo, ROBLES-FABIAN Daniel A. , BALVIN-AZAÑA Roman J. ,   niversidad Católica Sedes Sapientiae, VILLANUEVA-FIGUEROA Rosa E. ,   Universidad César Vallejo
Published: January 2025

The research analyzes how financial education (FE) influences corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Gamarra textile entrepreneurs. With a quantitative, non-experimental and transversal approach, 384 entrepreneurs were surveyed. The results, using Chi-square and Somers "D test, show association and influence of FE on CSR. He concludes that FE is a determining factor of CSR. This confirms that strong CFT is key to effective CSR, promoting efficiency, sustainability and social balance.
Uniqueness, stability analysis and approximate solution of a fractional order COVID-19 Model
Authors: Saleem Muhammad Umer , Jamil Khadija , Tabassum Muhammad Farhan
Published: January 2025

In this paper, we investigate a fractional model for the COVID-19 epidemic that contains an  antiretroviral treatment compartment. We implement novel methods to acquire effective results.  We discuss equilibrium point, reproductive number, and sensitivity analysis. We utilize the  Sumudu transform technique to obtain approximate solutions for the model, and we explore  chaos control to assess stability around equilibrium points. We demonstrate the numerical  simulations to prove the accuracy of the proposed techniques. The graphs illustrate how varying  fractional orders impact the dynamics of each epidemiological group, revealing the memory and  time-dependent effects on disease spread and control strategies.
A Review on Herbal Aqueous Gel of Powder Cordia Dichotoma Leaves and Psidum Guajava Leaves for Mouth Ulcer
Authors: Mr. Siddheshwar Rameshwar Pawar  , Mrs. Madhu Shewale Mam
Published: January 2025

One of the most widespread diseases is oral ulcer. Oral ulcers, commonly referred to as tiny sores, are painful lesions that appear at the gum line inside the mouth. There are numerous formulations used to treat mouth ulcers. There are numerous synthetic and natural formulations on the market. Topical gel is designed to be applied to specific mucosal surfaces or skin surfaces for local action and percutaneous absorption of dose forms. This present investigates the formulation and evaluation of a herbal aqueous gel utilizing powdered leaves of Cordia dichotoma and guava (Psidium guajava) for the treatment of mouth ulcers. Mouth ulcers are common ailments that can cause significant discomfort and affect quality of life. The study aims to harness the anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of these plants to create an effective topical treatment. Aqueous extracts were prepared from the powdered leaves, which were then combined with a suitable gel base to achieve the desired consistency and stability. Preliminary tests indicated favorable properties, suggesting potential effectiveness in soothing and healing oral lesions. In vitro studies were conducted to assess the antimicrobial activity of the gel against common pathogens associated with mouth ulcers. Results indicated significant antimicrobial properties, supporting the therapeutic potential of the formulation.
The perspective of key stakeholders on the sustainable design of reverse logistics in e-commerce: an interpretive sensemaking review
Authors: González Romero Iria , Ortiz Bas Ángel , Prado Prado J. Carlos
Published: January 2025

The uncontrolled rise of returns in e-commerce has become a challenge for supply chains and key stakeholders (e-retailers, customers, transport companies and institutions). Literature, however, has not yet offered a systematic understanding of this subject. In this context, this article aims to better comprehend sustainable reverse logistics by defining the elements involved and the stakeholders' perspective. To do so, a systematic literature review is carried out through a sensemaking interpretative review, defining seven elements of sustainable reverse logistics (return policy, return location, demand and return location density, validation point, return destination, transportation strategy and information management). Furthermore, the perspective of each stakeholder is presented. In this sense, e-retailers, as ultimate decision-makers, are involved in all seven elements. When this process is outsourced, transport companies also have an impact on all relevant elements. Customers have an impact on almost all elements, as they demand a high level of service. Institutions, as regulators seeking more sustainable cities, apply measures that influence almost all relevant elements. This analysis also highlights the importance of collaboration between stakeholders, as well as specific gaps in the literature. Finally, this research provides a suitable tool for managers to establish sustainable reverse logistics that meets the preferences of each stakeholder.
Late Cretaceous mosasaurids of northeastern Brazil: a summary of their record and a paleobiogeographical survey
Authors: Candeiro Carlos Roberto A. , Foffa Davide , Brusatte Stephen L. , Fernandez Marta , Diniz-Filho José Alexandre , Vidal Luciano S. , Dias Tamires Do Carmo , Lima Isabela , Silva Tatiane
Published: January 2025

The coastal region of northeastern Brazil holds one of the most important records of mosasaurids from the Late Cretaceous of South America. Analysis of these discoveries allowed us to create a picture of the composition of the fauna, as well as the diversity and paleobiogeography of these clades. In the region, the mosasaurid fossils are contained in Cenomanian to Maastrichtian geological units of epicontinental marine origin, in the Cotinguiba (Sergipe-Alagoas Basin), Alcântara (São Luís Basin), Itamaracá (Paraíba Basin), Calumbi (Sergipe-Alagoas Basin), and Gramame (Paraíba Basin) formations. Paleogeographic data corroborate that these deposits represent low-latitude equatorial environments. The Brazilian fauna is represented by fourteen taxa from one family (Mosasauridae), two subfamilies (Mosasaurinae: Prognathodontini, Globidensini and Mosasaurini; Plioplatecarpinae: Plioplatecarpini), and some indeterminate mosasaurid specimens. Mosasaurids from the northeastern region of Brazil resemble Late Cretaceous marine reptiles from western Africa (Angola, Congo, and Morocco), suggesting faunal continuity in the seaway that bridged these areas. The study of this marine fauna is crucial to understanding the evolutionary and paleobiogeographic history of the group during the opening of the South Atlantic Ocean.
DESEMPENHO DE CONCLUINTES DE BIOMEDICINA EM QUESTÕES DISCURSIVAS DE FORMAÇÃO ESPECÍFICA EM PROVAS DO ENADE
Authors: Hassunuma Renato Massaharu , Nascimento Maryana Lourenço Bastos do , Bonichini Patrícia Carvalho Garcia , Messias Sandra Heloisa Nunes
Published: January 2025

Introdução: O Exame Nacional de Desempenho de Estudantes (Enade) foi instituído no Brasil em 2004 e é aplicado pelo aos concluintes de Cursos de Biomedicina deste 2006 com o objetivo de avaliar a qualidade educacional e o desempenho dos alunos. Objetivo: Analisar os conteúdos de todas questões discursivas de Formação Específica das provas de Biomedicina no período de 2006 a 2023 em relação aos temas, áreas e conteúdos mais abordados e verificar o desempenho dos alunos concluintes. Material e métodos: As questões discursivas de Formação Específica de provas de Biomedicina do Enade foram analisadas em relação ao tema, área e conteúdo abordado. Também foram analisados os Relatórios de Desempenho das respectivas provas, emitidas pelo Instituto Nacional de Estudos e Pesquisas Educacionais Anísio Teixeira (Inep). Resultados: A análise realizada mostrou que as áreas mais exploradas nas questões discursivas em avaliações do Enade são a Microbiologia, Biologia Molecular, Fisiopatologia, Hematologia, Imunologia, Fisiologia e Biossegurança; sendo que outras áreas foram menos exploradas até a última avaliação. Também foi observada uma variação no desempenho dos alunos nas questões discursivas do Enade de Biomedicina dependendo do ano, sendo o menor desempenho observado na penúltima prova, aplicada em 2019. Conclusões: Os achados reforçam que a importância das avaliações do Enade para qualidade educacional dos cursos de Biomedicina; sendo as questões discursivas especialmente formuladas para a área de Análises Clínicas, que corresponde a uma importante habilitação do curso. As variações no desempenho dos alunos revelam a necessidade de pesquisas que possam explicar os motivos que provocaram estas flutuações de valores, principalmente quando existe redução no desempenho dos concluintes.
Primeros microscopios para estudios médicos traídos a Venezuela por el Dr. José Gregorio Hernández
Authors: Traviezo-Valles Luis , Traviezo-Triolo Antonella , Dávila Juan
Published: January 2025

Se describe prestamente, la historia y características de los cuatro microscopios traídos a Venezuela desde Europa en 1881 por el Dr. José Gregorio Hernández, desechando el mito popular de que fueron los primeros microscopios introducidos en el país, cuando lo correcto es que fueron los primeros microscopios con objetivos apocromáticos y objetivos de inmersión importados a Venezuela, ya que realmente, el primer microscopio, aunque fuera simple, lo trajo el naturalista sueco Pehr Löfling en el año 1754, tal que llegaría 127 años antes que los microscopios del Dr. Hernández.
Justine Esta Ellis, The Politics of Religious Literacy: Education and Emotion in a Secular Age
Authors: Lindkvist Elise
Published: January 2025

N/A
Sune Fahlgren, Joel Halldorf, Erik Sidenvall & Cecilia Wejryd (red.), Ostädade väckelser: Modernitetens förtrupper
Authors: Söderholm Oscar
Published: January 2025

N/A
Johannes Ljungberg & Erik Sidenvall (red.), Religious Enlightenment in the Eighteenth-Century Nordic Countries: Reason and Orthodoxy
Authors: Claesson Urban
Published: January 2025

N/A
Erdafitinib (Balversa)
Authors: CDA-AMC
Published: January 2025

Canada’s Drug Agency (CDA-AMC) recommends that Balversa should be reimbursed by public drug plans for the treatment of locally advanced unresectable or metastatic urothelial carcinoma (UC) if certain conditions are met.
Balversa should only be covered to treat patients with a diagnosis of locally advanced unresectable or metastatic UC harbouring susceptible FGFR3 genetic alterations who have disease progression during or following at least 1 line of prior therapy. Patients who experience disease recurrence within 12 months after chemotherapy before surgery (neoadjuvant) or following the removal of the bladder (adjuvant) are also eligible to receive Balversa. In patients who qualify for treatment with PD-1 or PD-L1 inhibitor, Balversa should only be reimbursed after patients have received PD-1 or PD-L1 therapy.
Balversa should only be reimbursed if it is prescribed by a clinician with expertise in treating patients with UC with susceptible FGFR3 genetic alteration confirmed using a validated test. The price of Balversa should be reduced. It must also be feasible to test patients for FGFR3 genetic alterations.
IMPACTO DO EXERCÍCIO AERÓBICO NO TRATAMENTO DA FIBROMIALGIA
Authors: Melo Tamara Rodrigues de , Fernandes Renan Lopes , Cruz Bárbara Hernandes Souza , Silva Iuth Homem da Costa , Silva Partenope Isabela Póvoas da , Lima Ramon Fraga de Souza
Published: January 2025

Esse artigo buscou avaliar o impacto do uso prioritário dos exercícios aeróbicos no tratamento dos pacientes com fibromialgia. Foi realizada uma busca nas plataformas National Library of Medicine (PubMed) e Portal Regional da Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS) por meio dos descritores “Aerobic Training” e “Fibromyalgia”. Foram usados como critérios de inclusão, artigos publicados nos últimos 5 anos (2019 - 2024); artigos do tipo ensaio clínico controlado, artigos gratuitos, sendo fibromialgia e exercício físico os assuntos principais considerados. Foram excluídos do estudo artigos sem relação direta com o tema abordado e artigos duplicados. Um total de 20 artigos foram selecionados através dos estudos analisados, foi observado que 19 artigos evidenciaram que os exercícios aeróbicos como caminhadas, natação e pilates foram os mais praticados pelos pacientes e apresentaram grande melhora da dor, fadiga, rigidez corporal, ansiedade, humor, fadiga, sono, depressão, força de abdução, hormonal, cansaço e estresse, insônia e força muscular. Entretanto, 1 artigo não relatou a evidência de benefícios significativos aos pacientes se o tempo de prática for menor que 3 meses. Em conclusão, os estudos indicam que o uso do exercício aeróbico se mostrou efetivo no tratamento e atenuação dos efeitos nocivos dessa patologia.
Influence of modes of climate variability on stratospheric gravity waves in the tropics using Radio Occultation and Reanalysis Data
Authors: Ayorinde Toyese Tunde , Wrasse Cristiano Max , Takahashi Hisao , Sapucci Luiz Fernando , Figueiredo Cosme Alexandre Oliveira Barros , Barros Diego , Alves da Silva Ligia , Essien Patrick , Bilibio Anderson Vestena
Published: January 2025

Abstract. The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is a critical driver of tropical climate, characterized by convective activity that transfers energy, influences atmospheric circulation, and modulates precipitation. These processes generate atmospheric disturbances, making the ITCZ a significant source of stratospheric gravity waves (GWs). This study investigates the relationship between the ITCZ and stratospheric GWs, as well as the influence of climate variability modes—Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO), and Quasi-Biennial Oscillation (QBO)—on GW activity and ITCZ dynamics. Using GNSS radio occultation (RO) data from COSMIC-1, COSMIC-2, and METOP satellites (2011–2021), we derive the latitudinal positions of the ITCZ and GW potential energy (Ep) maxima via Gaussian fitting. ERA5 and NCEP reanalysis data are used to validate ITCZ positions and estimate refractivity. Results show the ITCZ migrates ~10° latitudinally, with ~5° seasonal shifts between boreal winter and summer, while its strength remains relatively stable. Stratospheric GW Ep maxima exhibit seasonal patterns similar to the ITCZ, with smaller latitudinal gaps in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Multilinear regression reveals significant zonal variations in the impacts of QBO, ENSO, and MJO on ITCZ position and Ep, particularly over the American, African, and Asian sectors. ENSO and MJO drive substantial negative trends in ITCZ position, Ep, and refractivity, especially in Asian and African regions. However, zonal trends in Ep maxima and ITCZ positions remain stable, likely due to consistent Gaussian peak locations. Discrepancies in ITCZ trends and refractivity values between RO, ERA5, and NCEP data are attributed to differences in resolution, coverage, and assimilation techniques. This study highlights the complex interplay between the ITCZ, GWs, and climate variability modes.
FACTORS CAUSING HIGH-RISK PREGNANCY IN ADOLESCENCE AT PMB HERASDIANA PALEMBANG CITY IN 2024
Authors: Rosdiana Meta , Khoiriah Annisa
Published: January 2025

High risk pregnancy is mother and embryo dengerous situation pregnancy. The objective of the study was to find out the factors correlate the high risk pregnancy to adolescence at PMB Herasdiana Palembang Tahun in 2024. An analytical survey method through cross sectional approach was used in this study. The population of this study was all pregnant mothers who visited PMB Herasdiana Palembang in 2024. The non random sampling through accidental sampling technique was used in this study. The total number of the sample was 30 respondents. Based on univariate analysis, it was found that there were 13 (43.3%) mothers at high risk pregnancy 11 (36.7%) mothers at low educational background, and 17 (56.7%) mothers have lack knowledge. Moreover, based on bivariate analysis, it was found that there was a significant correlation between education and high risk pregnancy with p-value = 0.002 ? ? 0.05 and there was a significant correlation between knowledge and high risk pregnancy with p-value = 0.002 ?  ? 0.05. Finally, it is hoped that PMB Herasdiana stakeholders could improve the information about high risk pregnancy to adolescence.
 
Keywords— Education, Knowledge, High Risk Pregnancy
HUBUNGAN PARITAS DAN OBESITAS DENGAN KEJADIAN PREEKLAMPSIA PADA IBU HAMIL DI RUMAH SAKIT UMUM DAERAH KOTA PRABUMULIH TAHUN 2023
Authors: Lestari Diah Ayu , Nesa Ayu Murthisari Putri
Published: January 2025

Preeklamsia merupakan penyakit dengan tanda-tanda tekanan darah tinggi yaitu tekanan darah ?140/90 mmHg dan proteinuria ? 300 mg/24 jam, pembengkakan jaringan, dan ditemukannya protein dalam urin (proteinuria) yang timbul karena kehamilan. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui hubungan paritas dan obesitas dengan kejadian preeklampsia pada ibu hamil di Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah Kota Prabumulih tahun 2023. Metode penelitian bersifat analitik dengan pendekatan Cross Sectional. Populasi adalah seluruh ibu hamil yang dirawat diruang kebidanan Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah  Kota Prabumulih tahun 2023. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik Random Sampling. Instrumen penelitian berupa checklist. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dari 57  responden yang memiliki paritas resiko tinggi dan  didiagnosa  preeklampsia sebanyak 47 (15,7%) sedangkan responden yang memiliki paritas resiko rendah dan didiagnosa preeklampsia sebanyak  60 (20%) dan dari 66 responden yang mengalami obesitas dan didiagnosa  preeklampsia sebanyak  48 (16%) sedangkan responden yang tidak mengalami obesitas dan didiagnosa preeklampsia sebanyak 59 (19,7%). Simpulan ada hubungan yang bermakna antara paritas dengan kejadian preeklampsia dengan nilai Pvalue 0,005< ? 0,05 dan ada hubungan yang bermakna antara obesitas dengan kejadian preeklampsia dengan nilai Pvalue 0,000< ? 0,05.
COMPARISON OF KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDES OF PREGNANT WOMEN AFTER PROVIDING COUNSELING REGARDING DANGER SIGNS OF PREGNANCY
Authors: Tri Sundari Dona , Vera Yuanita  , Marini Yoan
Published: January 2025

Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) states that around 810 women die from complications related to pregnancy or childbirth worldwide every day, and around 295,000 women die during and after pregnancy and childbirth. Many efforts have been made to reduce the incidence, one of which is providing pregnancy danger sign counseling to help mothers better understand the signs of pregnancy danger. The purpose of this study was to determine the comparison of knowledge and attitudes of pregnant women after being given counseling about pregnancy danger signs. The design of this study used the quasi-experimental method. With a one group pretest-posttest design. The population of this study were all pregnant women. Sampling in this study was carried out by total sampling, namely the number of samples in this study was 50 respondents..The results obtained fromWilxocon knowledge statistical test obtained a p value = 0.000 <0.05. The results obtained from the Wilxocon attitude statistical test obtained a p value = 0.000 <0.05. The conclusion is that there is a comparison of knowledge and attitudes of pregnant women after being given counseling about pregnancy danger signs. Suggestions for health workers, the results of this study can be input for related parties such as local health workers who can provide direction to pregnant women to increase their knowledge about pregnancy danger signs in order to avoid these danger signs.
Keywords: Knowledge, counseling, Pregnancy Danger Signs