bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Advances in Image-Based Estimation of Snow Hydrology Parameters: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Demil Getnet , Torabi Haghighi Ali , Klöve Björn , Oussalah Mourad
Published: April 2024

Abstract. Accurately estimating snow hydrology parameters, including snow coverage mapping and snow depth, plays a significant role in comprehending water resource dynamics, flood forecasting, and environmental management in regions influenced by snow cover. These parameters are critical for hydrological models that simulate snowmelt and runoff, which are essential for predicting water availability and managing water resources in snow-covered areas. Traditional methods for estimating these parameters often rely on manual measurements or simplistic models, which can be inadequate for capturing the complexity of snow-related processes. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in leveraging deep learning techniques for snow hydrology parameter estimation, offering the potential to overcome these limitations. This review paper comprehensively analyzes the current state, challenges, and future directions of image-based approaches in snow hydrology parameter estimation. By harnessing the power of automated methods, particularly deep learning, these approaches demonstrate the ability to capture intricate spatial and temporal relationships present in image data. A comparative analysis between traditional and image-based methods highlights the strengths of automated approaches, including scalability and accuracy. Integration of image sensors, such as satellite imagery and crowd-sourced data, is explored as a crucial component of snow hydrology parameter estimation. Various satellite image sources, including Sentinel 1-2, Landsat, and MODIS, are discussed in terms of their suitability for snow hydrological applications. Despite the promise of image-based approaches, challenges remain, including data availability, model interpretability, and transferability. The paper identifies future research directions, emphasizing the exploration of novel deep learning architectures and uncertainty quantification techniques to address these challenges. In conclusion, this review underscores the importance of image-based approaches for advancing snow hydrology parameter estimation. By addressing challenges and maximizing potential impact, these approaches have the potential to revolutionize snow hydrological modeling and environmental management.
“When the Skin Comes Off, Their True Selves Emerge”
Authors: Sinclair Madeleine
Published: April 2024

This article considers how a contemporary wave of Caribbean short story writers re-work the language of folkloric irrealism as a tool of critique against the structural inequalities ingrained in the patriarchal capitalist world-system. Building on the Warwick Research Collective’s (2015: 72) examination of how irrealist aesthetics correspond to the “violent reorganization of social relations engendered by cyclical crisis,” it considers how transplanted folk figures attend to the distinctly gendered geographies of unevenness produced by the expansion of capitalist modernization. This article first unpacks the significance of the short story as a distinct vector for folkloric re-inscription, tracing the form’s dialogic interconnection with folk orality and its unique responsiveness to registering the processes of uneven development in Caribbean societies. Secondly, it offers close readings of selected short stories from collections including Nalo Hopkinson’s Skin Folk (2018), Breanne Mc Ivor’s Where There Are Monsters (2019) and Leone Ross’s Come Let Us Sing Anyway (2017). Tracking a resistant aesthetic of folkloric corporeality, it considers how these writers re-animate oral poetics to critique the interrelated problems of global racial capitalism and what Silvia Federici describes as capitalism’s new war waged against women’s bodies in the current phase of accumulation (Federici 2018).
Containers of “Meat, Blood, and Madness”
Authors: Mahzabeen Bushra
Published: April 2024

In the capitalist world-system, the gendered dynamics of power often deny women autonomy to their own bodies, force upon them the responsibilities of care work and motherhood while criminalizing abortion to further subjugate the feminized body. The sexist state, Lola Olufemi (2021: 3) argues, discriminates against women in allocating resources, “…reinforces gendered oppression by restricting women’s freedom and ensuring that poor women have no means to live full and dignified lives.” By analyzing two novels—Leïla Slimani’s Lullaby (2018), translated from French by Sam Taylor, and Guadalupe Nettel’s Still Born (2022), translated from Spanish by Rosalind Harvey—this paper examines how neoliberal capitalism exploits women’s labor and often reduce them to being mere vessels for reproduction. The texts present the commodification and exploitation of women’s labor who inhabit the gendered and uneven world-system. Drawing on the theorization of the combined and unevenness of the modern world-system by the Warwick Research Collective (WReC), social reproduction, and feminist theories from scholars like Mariarosa Dalla Costa, Verónica Gago, Silvia Federici, Lola Olufemi among others, this paper aims to critically examine the exploitative care work, reproductive labor, and the body politic as depicted in the two texts, arguing that neoliberal capitalism turns women into disposable commodities.
Ejes estructurantes de la innovación educativa en contextos tecnológicos. Descripción y análisis desde la Teoría Fundamentada (TF)
Authors: Garcia Garcia Miguel Angel , Garcia-Varcarcel Muñoz-Repiso Ana , Arevalo-Duarte Mayra Alejandra
Published: April 2024

INTRODUCCIÓN. La educación que se apropia de las tecnologías emergentes para potenciar el aprendizaje de los estudiantes supera los sistemas tradicionales de educación. Sin embargo, todavía no se observa el uso generalizado de las TIC en el ámbito educativo acorde con su potencial. En este escenario se plantea como objetivo del trabajo determinar los ejes estructurantes que describen el proceso de innovación educativa en el contexto tecnológico actual a partir de la voz de los actores educativos (docentes en ejercicio y en formación) de tal forma, que las conjeturas teóricas conlleven a comprender este fenómeno. MÉTODO. Se desarrolla un estudio de carácter cualitativo, orientado por el enfoque de la teoría-fundamentada (TF) y la técnica de análisis inductivo – deductivo para el procesamiento de la información y descripción de las estructuras emergentes. HALLAZGOS. Se determina que el proceso de innovación educativa en el contexto real de desempeño docente lo configuran tres ejes estructurantes: (1) Identidad docente, (2) Contexto de gestión institucional y (3) Mediaciones tecnológicas, los cuales se estructuran en varias dimensiones para su definición dando lugar a una nueva comprensión del objeto de estudio a partir de la articulación de estas categorías. DISCUSIÓN. Se evidencia que la innovación emerge como una respuesta sistemática a las necesidades de cambio por exigencias del entorno y por motivación del docente en la renovación de sus prácticas pedagógicas. Así como, por la disposición de los programas de formación docente para la gestión colaborativa y la construcción de consensos con orientación al aprendizaje.
Peran Guru Sekolah Minggu dalam Menghadapi Anak Nakal pada Usia 12-14 Tahun
Authors: Jikwa Jefri , Sirait Junio Richson , Zalukhu Rosneli , Sinaga Rahman Rionaldo , Anggelica Thonaria Liffani
Published: April 2024

Guru Sekolah Minggu memiliki peran penting dalam membentuk generasi pada keluarga, gereja, dan negara. Anak Sekolah Minggu seringkali diabaikan oleh Gereja. Gereja banyak menghabiskan waktu untuk kegiatan jemaat-jemaat yang sudah dewasa. Tujuan penelitian ini hendak menemukan peran guru Sekolah Minggu dalam menghadapi anak nakal pada usia 12-14 Tahun. Metode yang digunakan adalah studi pustaka. Hasil temuan bahwa peran guru Sekolah Minggu adalah: Pertama, dalam praktek mengajar dan membina, guru Sekolah Minggu harus menciptakan suasana yang baru dengan memunculkan kreativitas dalam kegiatan Sekolah Minggu. Kedua, guru Sekolah Minggu harus lebih memahami setiap kepribadian anak yang berbeda-beda dan ada baiknya untuk mengadakan pembinaan atau konseling di luar kegiatan Sekolah Minggu jika mereka memiliki permasalahan. Ketiga, guru Sekolah Minggu harus mengajar dengan penuh kasih dan kesabaran serta tidak membeda-bedakan.
Effect of pegagan (Centella asiatica) nanoparticle coated with chitosan on the cytokine profile of chronic diabetic mice
Authors: Muchtaromah Bayyinatul , Firdaus Ana MK. , Ansori Arif NM. , Duhita Maharani R. , Minarno Eko B. , Hayati Alfiah , Ahmad Mujahidin , Analisa Izza
Published: April 2024

Diabetes is closely related to immune response problems when it occurs chronically. Pegagan (Centella asiatica) is a medicinal plant with active compounds. Madecassoside is beneficial in treating diabetes, and nanoparticle technology is expected to enhance the medicinal potential and availability of pegagan compounds. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of chitosan-coated pegagan nanoparticles on the cytokine profile of chronic diabetic mice, which included CD4+TNF-α+, CD8+TNF-α+, CD4+IFN-γ+, CD8+IFN-γ+ and IL-6+. An experimental study with a randomized complete block design (CRD) consisting of six treatments with seven replicates was conducted. The groups were: healthy mice as negative control; diabetic mice treated with distilled water as positive control and diabetic mice treated with nanoparticle coated with chitosan (NPC) 20 mg/kg, 30 mg/kg, 40 mg/kg, and metformin 130 mg/kgBW. The data were tested using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) with a significance level of 5% and continued with the Duncan’s multiple range test. The results showed that pegagan NPC could significantly reduce the relative number of CD4+TNF-α+, CD8+TNF-α+, CD4+IFN-γ+ and CD8+IFN-γ+ and IL-6 in the dose of 20 mg/kg, 30 mg/kg and 40 mg/kg (p<0.05). The treatment dose of 20 mg/kg reduced CD4+TNF-α+, CD8+TNF-α+, CD4+IFN-γ+, CD8+IFN-γ+ to the levels of healthy mice and a dose of 30 mg/kg could reduce IL-6 as in healthy mice. These findings suggest that chitosan-coated pegagan nanoparticles are a promising therapy for diabetes, as they have the potential to modulate the immune response associated with chronic diabetes.
Effectiveness of Positive Parenting on Knowledge Regarding Milestone Development Among Mothers of Infant
Authors: B Tamilarasi. , SPM Pradhiba , Kumar Ajith
Published: April 2024

A child’ development is connected within a cluster of relationship. Parents play an important role in the overall development of their child. Milestone development from birth to 8 year can affect significantly several aspects of the child well being health, competence in literacy and numeracy, criminality, social and economic participation throughout his / her life span. The present study aimed to determine the effect of positive parenting on knowledge regarding milestone development among mothers of infant. A quantitative approach using pre experimental one group pretest post test research design was adopted for the study and 30 samples that fullfilled the inclusion criteria were selected. The structured knowledge questionnaires were used to assess the pre test and post test level of knowledge regarding positive parenting among mothers of neonate. The paired t-test was used to compare the pre-test and post-test scores, resulting in a t value of 10.279 with 29 degrees of freedom and a significant p-value of 0.000, indicating a substantial improvement in knowledge levels after the intervention. Thus positive parenting had a significant impact on enhancing mother’s understanding regarding milestone development.

Key words: Positive Parenting, mothers of infant, milestone development, knowledge
Comparing Therapeutic Factors in Group CBT and Group Analytic Psychotherapy
Authors: Giannakopoulos Konstantinos , Zourna Christina , Pilafas Georgios
Published: April 2024

The current study compared therapeutic factors (TFs) in Group CBT and Group Analytic Psychotherapy considering the duration of therapy (less than one year or more than one year). The individual scores on four global TFs, namely Instillation of Hope, Secure Emotional Expression, Awareness of Relational Impact and Social Learning were measured by deploying the TFI-19 questionnaire. The sample comprised n=180 members of Group Therapy settings. A 2x2 Factorial Independent Measures ANOVA was deployed to test the differences. Both type and duration of Group Therapy demonstrated a statistically significant effect on all four TFs, where members of Group Analytic settings and members with more than one year participation scored higher. However, the small effect size of Group therapy type on the TFs scores underlines that confounding variables and therapy-specific factors intervene. On the contrary, the medium effect size of the therapy duration on the TFs elucidates that increased curative outcomes are expected over time. No interaction effect was found between type and duration of group therapy. Further research should consider an alternative research design enabling the integration of the Common Factors theory and the Empirical Supported Treatment approach in a new TFs model.

Key words: group therapy, therapeutic factors, group analysis, Group CBT, TFI-19
Class II Anterior Open Bite Malocclusion Treated with Fixed Functional Appliance: A Case Report
Authors: Sharma Gaurav , Singhvi Vatsal , Shah Harsh
Published: April 2024

Most common properties of Class II malocclusion are mandibular retrusion, rather than maxillary prognathism. Thus, among the numerous orthodontic appliances introduced to treat Class II malocclusion functional orthopedic appliances are widely used. Fixed functional appliances can be classified into rigid and flexible. The Forsus Fatigue Resistant Device (FRD) is an alternative appliance for treating Class II malocclusion. This case report describes 18 year old female patient with the class II skeletal and dental malocclusion with anterior open bite mainly due to the habit of prolong thumb sucking. Accordingly, the treatment plan comprises of orthodontic treatment employed with fixed function appliance (Forsus device), habit breaking tongue crib and box elastics and completion of case with fixed orthodontic treatment with MBT 0.022” slot prescription to obtain a normal occlusal relationship, overjet and overbite. The case finished with a normal and a stable occlusion between the maxillary and mandibular arches with adequate width of attached gingiva.

Key words: Class II Malocclusion, Open Bite, Fixed Functional, Forsus.
#SDGs 5, 12, 17: Perempuan Sebagai Agensi Perubahan Penanganan Persampahan Rumah Tangga di Desa Jatibogor, Kabupaten Tegal
Authors: Susiatiningsih Rr. Hermini
Published: April 2024

Desa Jatibogor, Kecamatan Suradadi, menghadapi permasalahan terkait penumpukan sampah akibat tingginya angka penduduk dan kurangnya sistem pengelolaan sampah yang tidak efisien sehingga itu berpotensi mengancam lingkungan dan kualitas kesehatan masyarakat. Namun, kesadaran akan pentingnya pengelolaan sampah masih rendah. Oleh karena itu, dibutuhkan peran perempuan di Desa Jatibogor sebagai agen perubahan dalam mengatasi permasalahan tersebut. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini melibatkan Ibu-Ibu PKK untuk menggerakkan masyarakat dalam mengelola sampah. Diharapkan, sampah yang dikelola dapat menjadi sumber pendapatan tambahan. Partisipasi perempuan dalam penanganan sampah mencerminkan prinsip-prinsip SDGs termasuk kesetaraan gender, konsumsi berkelanjutan, dan kemitraan global. Kegiatan ini mencakup sosialisasi, pelatihan keterampilan, dan pengembangan usaha berbasis sampah untuk perempuan serta pembentukan komunitas daur ulang dan bank sampah. Hasilnya adalah pemberdayaan perempuan, perubahan budaya, peningkatan kesadaran akan keberlanjutan lingkungan, pengurangan pencemaran, peningkatan kualitas hidup, pertumbuhan ekonomi, dan kolaborasi komunitas. Kesimpulannya, peran perempuan sangat penting dalam upaya menjaga lingkungan dan kesejahteraan masyarakat di Desa Jatibogor.
Edukasi dan Pelatihan Bantuan Hidup Dasar (BHD) Pada Siswa SMPN 4 Mamuju
Authors: Nur Akbar , D Yuliana , Ibrahim Ikhsan , Suaib Suaib , Parwati Dewi , Thalib Kiki Uniatri , Purnomo Edi
Published: April 2024

Keterampilan Bantuan Hidup Dasar (BHD) dapat diajarkan kepada masyarakat umum dan tidak hanya dilakukan oleh tenaga kesehatan saja namun juga kepada masyarakat umum dengan memberikan edukasi dan pelatihan BHD awam. Saat ini diharapkan kepada setiap orang harus memiliki kemampuan dalam memberikan pertolongan bantuan hidup dasar dimana kemampuan ini sangat dibutuhkan karena didalamnya telah diajarkan keterampilan dan teknik dasar dalam melakukan pertolongan kepada korban dari berbagai kecelakaan maupun kejadian yang tidak diharapkan. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah memberikan edukasi dan pelatihan BHD kepada siswa SMPN 4 Mamuju. Pengetahuan, pandangan, sikap dan keputusan pada siswa sangat berpengaruh dalam pengambilan Keputusan Tindakan BHD. Kegiatan pengabdian Masyarakat ini, dilakaukan dengan tiga sesi yaitu; pada sesi satu telah diberikan edukasi BHD, kemudian pada sesi ke dua melakukan simulasi atau demonstrasi terkait pemberian BHD. Pada sesi ketiaga kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini telah dilakukan perlombaan ketangkasan dalam melakukan BHD kepada masing-masing perwakilan sebanyak 2 orang dari 5 kelompok. Dengan terlaksananya kegiatan ini, diharapkan siswa SMPN 4 Mamuju yang telah mengikuti edukasi dan Pelatihan BHD dapat memahami materi penyuluhan dan pelatihan BHD, pengabdaian Masyarakat ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan BHD serta mampu mempratekkan dan mengimplementasikan dalam melakukan BHD dengan baik dan benar jika mendapatkan korban yang membutuhkan pertolongan pertama.
Sosialisasi Inovasi Varietas Jagung Madura 3 Pada Petani Desa Tlontoraja Kecamatan Pasean Kabupaten Pamekasan
Authors: Syahriyanda Adjie Manggala , Kotimah Kusnul , Rahmanul Hakim Muhammad Wildan , Adzim Mahardhani Annisa , Putri Fitria Nayla , Fauziyah Elys , Musyafiroh Saufil
Published: April 2024

Desa Tlontoraja Kecamatan Pasean Kabupaten Pamekasan memiliki potensi pertanian dengan jumlah petani sebanyak 5.076 jiwa. Pertanian tanaman pangan mendominasi usahatani di desa tersebut, khusunya usahatani jagung.  Produktivitas jagung lokal yang diusahakan oleh petani sekitar terbilang rendah. Disisi lain sudah terdapat inovasi benih jagung MH-3 yang merupakan hasil persilangan antara benih jagung lokal dengan jagung hibrida. Mahasiswa yang sedang melakukan kegiatan MBKM Magang Desa, melakukan kegiatan sosialisasi inovasi tersebut pada petani Desa Tlontoraja. Kegiatan dilakukan pada tanggal 7 November 2023 di Kantor Desa Tlontoraja, dengan narasumber dari staf PT. Agro Giri Raya yang juga merupakan staf di Prodi Agroekoteknologi Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Trunojoyo Madura. Sosialisasi dilakukan dengan tujuan untuk mengenalkan inovasi benih jagung Madura MH-3, mengajari petani teknis budidaya jagung MH-3, dan memberikan bantuan benih pada petani untuk dapat melakukan uji coba penanaman jagung MH-3. Kegiatan diikuti oleh 22 orang yang terdiri dari petani, ketua kelompok tani, BPP Kecamatan Pasean, dan Kepala Desa Tlontoraja beserta pamong / aparat desa. Rangkaian acara sosialisasi meliputi sambutan-sambutan, penyampaian materi sosialisasi, diskusi tentang jagung MH-3, dan pemberian bantuan benih jagung MH-3 yang dapat digunakan untuk uji coba.
Sosialisasi Pemanfaatan Limbah Minyak Goreng Menjadi Sabun Cuci Baju Pada Ibu-ibu Pkk Di Desa Ketundan, Kecamatan Pakis, Kabupaten Magelang
Authors: Fatimatul Azizah Izma , Nashiroh Choirin , Torihul Huda Agil , Sahputri Rintan
Published: April 2024

Desa Ketundan merupakan desa yang sebagian besar masyarakatnya memiliki usaha rumahan yaitu gorengan yang banyak menghasilkan limbah minyak jelantah. Namun, masyarakat setempat masih kurang memiliki kesadaran terkait pengolahan limbah minyak jelantah yang dihasilkan, ditunjukkan dengan penggunaan minyak secara berulang dan membuangnya secara langsung ke lingkungan.  Kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran terkait dampak negatif penggunaan minyak goreng secara berulang bagi kesehatan dan lingkungan, dengan melakukan sosialisasi pemanfaatan limbah minyak goreng menjadi produk sabun cuci baju yang lebih bermanfaat. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengabdian ini adalah metode ceramah, diskusi, demonstrasi, dan evaluasi. Berdasarkan hasil evaluasi menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar (61%) audiens puas dan menganggap bahwa program yang dilaksanakan penting dan sesuai dengan kebutuhan mereka.
Peran Program Kampus Mengajar Angkatan 6 dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Pembelajaran di SMP Abdi Negara 1 Kaligondang, Purbalingga
Authors: Nur Adiya Az Zahra Dwi , Tahyudin Imam
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran Program Kampus Mengajar Angkatan 6 dalam meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran di SMP Abdi Negara 1 Kaligondang, Purbalingga. Penelitian dilakukan melalui pendekatan kualitatif dengan fokus pada evaluasi efektivitas program dalam mengembangkan keterampilan guru dan meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran di sekolah sasaran. Metode pengumpulan data meliputi observasi, wawancara, dan analisis dokumen terkait program. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Program Kampus Mengajar Angkatan 6 memberikan kontribusi positif dalam peningkatan kualitas pembelajaran di SMP Abdi Negara 1 Kaligondang. Melalui pelatihan, bimbingan, dan kolaborasi antara mahasiswa pengajar dan guru, program ini berhasil meningkatkan metode pengajaran, meningkatkan motivasi belajar siswa, serta memperluas pengetahuan dan keterampilan guru. Temuan ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya peran kolaborasi antara perguruan tinggi dan sekolah dalam meningkatkan standar pendidikan di tingkat menengah, dengan penekanan pada penerapan program-program inovatif untuk peningkatan kualitas pembelajaran. Penelitian ini memberikan wawasan yang bernilai terkait implementasi sukses Program Kampus Mengajar sebagai model kerja sama yang berpotensi dalam meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan di tingkat sekolah menengah.
Workshop Inovasi Penerapan QR Code untuk Kartu Presensi Siswa SMP Muhammadiyah Kebasen menggunakan Aplikasi Scan IT
Authors: Fathaturrahma Salsa , Nur Ikhsan Ali
Published: April 2024

SMP Muhammadiyah Kebasen merupakan salah satu sekolah yang berada di Banyumas tepatnya di jalan PUK Timur Kebasen Desa Kebasen, Kecamatan Kebasen. Perkembangan teknologi saat ini sangat bermanfaat dalam segala bidang terutama pada instansi lembaga pendidikan dalam membantu mendapatkan informasi, mengelola data siswa, pengajar dan kepentingan administrasi sekolah, dalam sebuah lembaga pendidikan kehadirasin siswa merupakan hal yang harus dilakukan karena bersifat penting untuk keperluan manajerial sekolah. Mekanisme evaluasi kehadiran siswa di SMP Muhammadiyah Kebasen ini masih dengan pencatatan manual Maka dirancang suatu inovasi kartu kehadiran siswa menggunakan QR code menggunakan aplikasi Scan IT. Scan IT merupakan aplikasi pemindaian seluler dan akuisisi data Scan-IT to Office. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk dapat menambah pengetahuan untuk kemajuan SMP Muhammadiyah Kebasen. Metode yang di gunakan dalam pengabdian ini berupa pelatihan/workshop. Hasil dari kegiatan ini dapat disimpulkan kegiatan workshop diikuti guru SMP Muhammadiyah Kebasen sebanyak 12 guru mampu menerapkan QR Code untuk Kartu Presensi Siswa SMP Muhammadiyah Kebasen menggunakan Aplikasi Scan IT.
Impact of Commercial Bank's Credits on Manufacturing Output in Nigeria: An Ex-post Factor Research Design Approach
Authors: A. B. El-Yaqub , M. Ibrahim , M. Sule
Published: April 2024

This study employed an empirical analysis to investigate the impact of commercial banks' credit (CBC) on manufacturing sector output (MSO) from 1992 to 2021. The approach utilised is Ex-Post Facto Research Design. The study’s findings indicated that CBC has a beneficial and substantial influence on MSO. The long-term value of CBC has a positive and substantial impact on MSO. A 1% rise in Credit to Small and Medium Businesses (CSM) led to a 0.1866% increase in MSO. Conversely, a unit increase in deposit interest rate (DINR) resulted in a 0.0081% fall in MSO. In the long run, a unit increase in Government Capital Expenditure (GOV) caused a 0.1482% increase in MSO. Therefore, through its monetary authority, the Government makes an efficient policy that allows the manufacturing sector and small and medium enterprises to access bank credit at low interest rates.
Improving co-creation strategies and competitive strategies to achieve business performance
Authors: Aristiawan Edwin , Sucherly Sucherly , Nidar Sulaeman Rahman , Kaltum Umi
Published: April 2024

The foundation of this study is the findings from implementing co-creation and competitive strategies to increase the operation efficiency of wholesale service companies of Information Communication Technology (ICT) of network, internet and infrastructure in Indonesia. It is necessary to review journal papers that discuss business performance in wholesale service companies of ICT of network, internet, and infrastructure. The study aims to find out whether a co-creation strategy and competitive strategy can drive business performance. The research method uses a quantitative approach using data collected using 54 random samples from a population and the data were analyzed using SEM-PLS. Results showed that both co-creation and competitive strategy affected business performance, but the competitive strategy was dominant. The insights gathered from this study should help wholesale service companies of ICT continually enhance their co-creation and competitive strategies, which will boost their overall performance.
Examining antecedents’ factors influencing the customer co-creation value using open-sooq app in Jordan
Authors: Aboalganam Khaled , Alhanatleh Hasan , Al-Okaily Manaf , Alghizzawi Mahmoud , Khaddam Amineh , Almajali Dmaithan
Published: April 2024

Discovering the marketers and advertisers’ knowledge provides an ability to present a well understanding of how value could be created. The main purpose of this research is to identify the factors influencing the marketers and advertisers’ co-creation value in mobile applications setting in Jordan through applying several information systems theories. Structural Equation Model (SEM) was used for data analysis and hypothesis testing. The convenience method was also approached to determine the sample size and data collection method. The result of the recent study confirms that extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and eTailQ model provide a capability to determine, increase, or generate the marketers and advertisers value using Open-Sooq app in Jordan. Finally, the current research had some theoretical and practical implications, limitations, and future orientation studies that were discussed in their specific parts.
The integration of supplier and customer: The role of trust as a mediator on supply chain performance in small retail stores
Authors: Sutanto J.E. , Harianto Eric , Krisprimandoyo Denpharanto Agung , Balkan Nilay
Published: April 2024

This study aims to investigate the integration of suppliers and customers with the role of trust (TR) as a mediator on supply chain performance in small retail stores. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling to represent the total sample used, 170 outlets or respondents and data analysis using programs with SmarPLS. The finding of this study stated that the effect of supplier integration (SI) on customer integration (CI) and the effect of CI in addition to TR and on SCP are all stated to have a positive and significant effect. However, Customer Integration has a negative and not significant effect on supply chain performance (SCP) through TR. Novelty of this study is the implementation of supply chain integration for development in the retail business sector, especially in Indonesia. Then, this study shows integration as a communication aspect of collaboration between companies. Implication of this study is useful for franchise management and small retail shop owners in mutually beneficial collaboration in developing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMSMEs) so that their businesses can develop, survive and be sustainable growth in the future.
Exploring the link between human resource management practices and financial performance: The moderating effect of organizational culture
Authors: Hijazi Haitham Ali , Al-Wahshat Hassan , Taha Adnan , Wahsheh Firas Rashed , Alkaraky Salim Naif , Alkhawaldeh Bashar Younis , Ahmad Ahmad Y. A. Bani
Published: April 2024

This study investigates the relationship between Human Resource Management Practices (HRMP) and Financial Performance in the Jordanian Banking Sector, with a particular focus on the moderating effect of Organizational Culture. Employing a quantitative research approach, data was collected through surveys distributed among 353 employees in the Jordanian Banking Sector using a structured questionnaire. Random sampling was adopted as the sampling method. The findings from a partial least square structural path analysis reveal significant positive relationships between HRM practices (Employees Training, Incentives, Recruitment, Decentralization, and Job Security) and Financial Performance. Notably, Decentralization emerges as the strongest positive influencer, while Job Security exhibits a negative association with Financial Performance. Furthermore, the results from moderation analysis indicate significant interaction effects between Organizational Culture and various factors on Financial Performance in particular, the relationship with Employees Training, Incentives and Decentralization is positive toward Financial Performance that concludes a significant organizational culture increases HRM practices effects on financial results. On the other hand, allocation of job security dampens Financial Performance that suggests instead a healthy firm culture may neutralize over and above what is gained from guaranteeing employee job. On the other hand, in nonreciprocal interactions such as Organizational Culture and Recruitment does not substantially influence Firm’s financial performance; this implies that culturally organizational may play an insignificant moderating role between recruitment practices than to firm outcomes. These research findings further elaborate the intricate relation in between HRM practices, Organizational Culture and Financial Performance through Jordanian Banking Sector. This study is vital and important to both researchers for the argument that this paper has advanced above all, as well as managers in practice who should do their best at creating such a positive organizational culture which will enable HRM practices becoming more effective., thereby leading to better financial performance of banking organizations.
The effect of integrated information technology on competitive advantage through supply chain integration and supply chain flexibility
Authors: Putri Ruth Lovita Surodjo , Tarigan Zeplin Jiwa Husada , Siagian Hotlan
Published: April 2024

Unlimited global competition for manufacturing companies means that companies must be efficient and effective, so implementing information technology is needed to produce fast and precise decisions. Manufacturing companies in East Java were obtained with a sample size of 89 companies as research respondents and processed using smart PLS. The research results show that the implementation of continuously adjusted information technology can provide improvements in supply chain integration, supply chain flexibility, and competitive advantage. Connections with external partners and transactions using information technology make it easier to coordinate internally and externally in decision making. Supply chain integration, which is described as collaborating with partners and involving them in decision making, can increase supply chain flexibility and competitive advantage. Manufacturing companies can increase flexibility in processes and develop new products, increasing market share and customer satisfaction compared to competitors. The company's supply chain flexibility can increase its competitive advantage. This research provides a practical contribution to company management in appropriately managing business strategy and in line with external changes. For operational practitioners, it includes enlightenment in maintaining the role and function of up-to-date information technology to make decision making easier. The theoretical contribution of the research is to enrich the theory's resources-based view on competitive advantage and operational system integration.
The role of supply chain integration, management commitment and supply chain challenges on supply chain performance and MSMEs performance
Authors: Ralahallo Fransiska Natalia , Wijaya Febiyola , Latuconsina Zainuddin , Firman Firman , Titioka Baretha Meisar
Published: April 2024

The aim of writing this research article is to determine the influence of supply chain challenges on MSMEs performance, Supply chain integration on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) performance, Management commitment to MSMEs performance, Supply chain integration on Supply chain performance. This research method is a quantitative survey, research data was obtained by distributing online questionnaires via social media. 700 questionnaires were distributed to MSMEs owners and of the 700 questionnaires distributed, 350 respondents or 50% responded as determined by the simple random sampling method. This research adopted a quantitative method with data analysis using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) Partial Least Square (PLS) with SmertPLS software data processing tools. The questionnaire was designed using a Likert scale of 1 to 7. The stages of data analysis were validity, reliability and hypothesis testing. or significance. The results of data analysis show that supply chain challenges have a positive and significant influence on MSMEs performance, Supply chain integration has a positive and significant influence on MSMEs performance, Management commitment has a positive and significant influence on MSMEs performance, Supply chain integration has a positive influence and significant to supply chain performance. The novelty of this research is the creation of a relationship model of supply chain integration, management commitment, supply chain performance, supply chain challenges and MSMEs performance. The implication of this research is to encourage improvements in MSMEs performance, MSMEs managers must encourage improvements or implement challenges in the supply chain. Supply chain integration and management commitment. Supply chain management is not just about managing the flow of goods, but also a holistic business strategy that can create a competitive advantage. With a deep understanding of supply chain components, challenges and strategies, companies can ensure smooth operations and meet customer expectations in a dynamic and global business environment. Implementing best practices in supply chain management is the key to building a strong foundation for business success in an era of ever-growing globalization.
The relationship between transformational leadership and employee creativity: The mediating role of empowerment
Authors: Alwaely Suad Abdalkareem , Zowid Fauzi , Alamayreh Esraa M. , Almasarweh Mohammad Salameh , Fraihat Baha Aldeen Mohammad , AL-Derabseh Riyadh Ahmed Saleh
Published: April 2024

This study investigates the relationships between transformational leadership, empowerment, and employee creativity in the hotel sector in Jordan, examining the mediating role of empowerment. A quantitative cross-sectional survey was conducted with a stratified random sample of 300 employees from Jordanian hotels. Data was analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling. Findings reveal significant positive direct effects of inspirational motivation and individualized consideration on employee creativity. Empowerment partially mediates the relationships between all transformational leadership dimensions (idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, individualized consideration) and employee creativity, with individualized consideration exhibiting the strongest indirect effect. The study contributes empirical evidence on the mediating role of empowerment in the transformational leadership-creativity relationship, specifically in the hotel sector context. It offers insights for managers on adopting transformational leadership practices and fostering empowerment to promote employee creativity and innovation. This study uniquely examines the relationships between transformational leadership, empowerment, and employee creativity within the Jordanian hotel sector, providing a nuanced understanding of the differential effects of transformational leadership dimensions and the crucial role of empowerment.
Service industry supply chain, from the perspective of advertising firm
Authors: Chitphak Chittiporn , Naipinit Aree
Published: April 2024

A study has been conducted to examine an array of factors such as the factors affecting integrated marketing communication (IMC), entrepreneurship factors, process factors, and basic competitive pressure factors. Based on the perspective of the advertising film production industry, we will examine the service supply chain within the industry. The study is based on the observation and analysis of 310 people working in fields related to the production of advertising films. The research found that all the factors listed above have an immediate impact on the advertising production industry and are significant. There is a strong influence of entrepreneurs on the commercial film production industry.
Does board of directors affect financial performance? A study of the Jordanian companies
Authors: Zureigat Bilal Nayef , Al Hazimeh Amer Mohd , Batayneh Rafat , Alrawashedh Nahed Habis
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of the board of directors on the economic performance of Jordanian companies listed on the Amman stock exchange (ASE) by measuring the board of administrators using a variety of indicators, including board size, board independence, and CEO duality. Economic performance is measured by going back on property and returning on equity. During the study period (2015–2020), 186 industrial corporations were examined. The study found that the indexed organizations at ASE during the years 2015–2020 showed full-size financial overall performance in accordance with Jordan's improving understanding of and application of the board of directors' traits. This study found that board size and independence had a substantial influence on financial performance. Based on the findings, the study recommends that the codes be evaluated on a regular basis and that corporations be instructed to examine corporate governance principles through legislation and regulations to encourage enterprises to follow these rules. Furthermore, board members' experience, devotion, and independence are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Stock exchanges should also conduct seminars and workshops for company managers and decision-makers to enhance understanding of effective corporate governance, especially its importance. The correlation coefficient shows a negative relationship between Board size and Board Independence with ROA, while board size and CEO duality are positive correlation with ROE. On The other side the regressions test of the effect of the variables on financial performance ratios (ROA and ROE) shows that there is a significant effect of board size and board independence on ROA and ROE. While CEO duality has an insignificant effect on both ratios ROA and ROE.
The effect of logistics and policy service quality on customer trust, satisfaction, and loyalty in quick commerce: A multigroup analysis of generation Y and generation Z
Authors: Al-Muani Luay , Al-Momani Mohammad Musa , Amayreh Anas , Aladwan Saif Isam , Al-Rahmi Waleed Mugahed
Published: April 2024

This study investigated the effect of logistics and policy service quality on customer trust, satisfaction, and loyalty within the quick commerce landscape in Jordan, with a particular focus on generational differences between generation Y (Gen Y) and generation Z (Gen Z) users. A survey of 719 active Q-commerce users revealed that logistics service quality (personal contact quality, shipment condition, product availability, timely product delivery, and order accuracy) significantly affected customer satisfaction, with order accuracy being the most impactful factor. Additionally, both cash on delivery and order discrepancy handling significantly affected customer trust. Finally, customer satisfaction and trust affected customer loyalty, though in multigroup analysis, their relative importance varies between generations. Gen Z prioritizes speed of delivery and less concern on personal contact with delivery personnel. On the other hand, Gen Y values product availability and cash on delivery more than the younger generation. These findings offer valuable insights for Q-commerce platforms to tailor their strategies to the distinct priorities of each generation and enhance customer trust, satisfaction, and loyalty.
The impact of supply chain performance on financial performance: Dimensions of the SCOR model
Authors: Abusalma Abdallah , Oraini Badrea Al , Al-Daoud Khaleel , Alshurideh Muhammad Turki
Published: April 2024

This study aims at exploring the impact of the performance of supply chain dimensions (plan-based, source-based, make-based, delivery-based, and return-based performance) on the financial performance of industrial firms. Using a questionnaire, data were collected from a sample consisting of 250 supply chain and financial managers. Analysis data via IBM SPSS and AMOS, the results showed that hypothesized effects were supported except one hypothesis. That is, the results revealed that plan-based, source-based, make-based, and delivery-based performance have significant effects on firm’ financial performance. However, there was a significant negative effect of return-based performance on financial performance. The results concluded that firms should individually influence the supply chain dimensions to address the effects of their performance on financial performance.
Study of the Phytochemical Composition of Nigella sativa Herbs
Authors: Kurkin VA , Mubinov AR , Avdeeva EV , Ryazanova TK , Lamrini M
Published: April 2024

Nigella sativa L. is an established spicy oil plant, largely known for seed oil (black cumin oil). The aerial parts of this plant remains less studied, despite the prevailing mass of the vegetative part of the plant. The aim of this research was to study the phytochemical composition of Nigella sativa herbs and develop a method for quantitative determination of the content of the total flavonoids in Nigella sativa L. herbs by UV/VIS spectrophotometry. Nigella sativa L. herbs collected in early August 2020-2022 in the Botanical Garden of Samara University. Water-alcohol extracts were obtained from the herb of Nigella sativa, which were used for the preparative isolation of individual compounds, as well as for quantitative analysis (spectrophotometry). Five dominant compounds of flavonoid and sterol nature have been identified as nicotiflorin (kaempferol 3-O-rutinoside), rutin (quercetin 3-O-rutinoside), nigelflavonoside G (3-O-β-D-[α-L-O-rhamnopyranosyl-(1→6)]-glucopyranoside-[(2→1)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(2→1)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl]-3,5,6,7,4'-pentahydroxy-3'-methoxyflavone), -sitosterol, and daucosterol (β-sitosterol 3-O--D-glucopyranoside), which were first described for Nigella sativa L. There was developed the method of determination of the total flavonoids calculated on rutin in the herb of Nigella sativa L. by spectrophotometry. The content of the total flavonoids in the herb Nigella sativa L. is varied from 1.17±0.16% to 1.72±0.22% over a three-year period. The error of single determination of flavonoids in the Nigella sativa L. herbs with confidence probability of 95% is ±4.17%. The results of the studies carried out indicate the expediency of standardization of Nigella sativa L. herbs by determining the content of the main group of substances in raw materials – flavonoids calculated on rutin by spectrophotometry at a wavelength of 410 nm.
Proteochemometric (PCM) Modelling: A Machine Learning Technique for Drug Designing
Authors: Parvatikar Prachi , Hoskeri Joy , Hallali Bhagirathi , Das Kusal K
Published: April 2024

Proteochemometric (PCM) modelling is the new way of developing quantitative structure activity relationship models. It is computational method in which multiple ligands and multiple targets are used to predict bioactivity. PCM is based on three important components; the descriptors, bioactivity data and connecting link between descriptors and bioactivity data. In recent years PCM modelling has become more popular in drug discovery area as it has advantage of application of different descriptors, bioactivity data and machine learning algorithms. The performance of PCM is enhanced to traditional interaction pattern by application of different descriptors such as target descriptors and cross-term descriptors. So, in current review PCM and different descriptors used in PCM development and its application in various field of drug discovery has been discussed.
Phytochemical and Pharmacological profiles of two wild Edible plants: Natsiatum herpeticum Buch.-Ham. ex Arn and Sphenoclea zeylanica Gaertn. of North-East India
Authors: Mandal Suman , Bora Manajit , Singh Puneet Kumar , Bora Devanjal , Das Himangi , Baruah Dinesh
Published: April 2024

Natsiatum herpeticum and Sphenoclea zeylanica plants are known to contain minerals and many bioactive compounds which provide several health benefits on consumption. The present review aimed to glorify the nutritional composition, phytochemical constituents, metal contents, amino acid analysis, anti-nutritional content, antioxidant properties, and anti-microbial analysis of two wild edible plants, N. herpeticum and S. zeylanica of North-East India. The total phenolic and vitamin C content in N. herpeticum is higher than in S. zeylanica, but the flavonoid content is the same in both plants. The metal contents are the same in both plants, although the potassium content is too high. The plant S. zeylanica contains sixteen essential and non-essential amino acids, and their quantitative estimation was also evaluated. It was found that S. zeylanica contains high oxalate. The antioxidant property of N. herpenticum and S. zeylanica was carried out by three. DPPH free radical scavenging activity, ABTS free radical scavenging activity, and Hydrogen peroxide. The antioxidant property of S. zeylanica is comparatively more than that of N. herpenticum. The leaves of S. zeylanica have significant antimicrobial activity.