bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
EFEKTIFITAS MESIN MARINATOR DALAM PENINGKATAN PRODUKTIVITAS USAHA UDANG DAN BILEH CRISPY IBU YANTI DI DESA TEMPOK TEUNGOH KECAMATAN BANDA SAKTI KOTA LHOKSEUMAWE
Authors: Elfiana E , Ridwan Ridwan , Prihatin Nanang , Nurdin Irwan , Rahmahwati Cut Aja , Pardi Pardi , Zaini Halim , Sami Muhammad
Published: March 2024

Kegiatan PKM dilakukan kepada mitra PKM yaitu UMK Udang dan Bileh Crispy Ibu Yanti di Desa Tempok Teungoh Kecamatan Banda Sakti Kota Lhokseumawe.  Kegiatan PKM ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan produktivitas usaha udang bileh crispy ibu Yanti melalui implementasi mesin Marinator berkapasitas 10 kg (kapasitas kerja 3kg, kecepatan putar 1240 rpm) dalam memecahkan permasalahan proses pencampuran bumbu (marinasi) di bidang produksi.  Berdasarkan evaluasi terhadap kegiatan PKM sebelum dan sesudah implementasi mesin marinator menunjukkan terjadinya penghematan waktu marinasi dan penggorengan. Proses marinasi sebelum implementasi mesin marinator membutuhkan waktu 2-3 jam dan waktu penggorengan 25-30 menit.  Sedangkan setelah implementasi mesin marinator maka proses marinasi menjadi lebih singkat yaitu 15-20 menit dengan kecepatan putar 1240 rpm.  Waktu penggorengan udang bileh crispy membutuhkan waktu 15-20 menit, memberikan hasil tekstur yang garing, aroma rempah yang khas, dan warna crispy kuning emas.  Berdasarkan hasil analisis terhadap jumlah produk yang dihasilkan, jumlah laba perminggu, perbulan, dan pertahun, serta uji kulaitas udang bileh crispy berdasarkan parameter kadar air, maka terbukti implementasi mesin marinator secara nyata berdampak positif dalam peningkatan produktifitas usaha mitra.  Terjadi peningkatan 60% jumlah produk yang dihasilkan dengan 35% peningkatan keuntungan bersih mitra.  Implementasi mesin marinator kepada mitra menunjukkan bahwa kualitas produk udang dan bileh crispy mitra teruji secara laboratoriumsudah memenuhi standar SNI 7760:2013 berdasarkan parameter uji kadar air (%) yaitu 5%.
Die psychoanalytisch-interaktionelle Gruppenpsychotherapie
Authors: Streeck Ulrich
Published: March 2024

Förderliche Beziehungserfahrungen ermöglichen – so lautet der zentrale Grundsatz der psychoanalytisch-interaktionellen Gruppentherapie. Mit dieser Therapieform können basale Störungen des Selbst und Regulierungen im Zusammensein mit anderen behandelt werden. Zentral ist dabei eine therapeutische Haltung, die die sprachlichen, leiblichen und impliziten Mitteilungen von Gruppenteilnehmer:innen im Hier und Jetzt antwortend aufgreift. Ulrich Streeck gibt einen sowohl theoretischen als auch praxisnahen Einblick in Vorgehensweisen der analytisch-interaktionellen Gruppentherapie, die vor allem für Patient:innen mit strukturellen Störungen ausgewiesen ist. Er veranschaulicht die Konzepte der Intersubjektivität, des impliziten Beziehungswissens und der Zwischenleiblichkeit in diesem Zusammenhang und lässt Unterschiede und Anknüpfungspunkte zur analytischen Gruppentherapie erkennbar werden.
Identificación y caracterización de herramientas para evaluar la alergia a las penicilinas: Revisión estructurada
Authors: Osorio-Tapiero Liliana Marcela , Amariles Pedro , Holguín Hector , Salazar-Ospina Andrea , Ortiz Rendón Milena
Published: March 2024

Introducción: Las reacciones alérgicas son uno de los problemas de seguridad más graves asociadas al uso de medicamentos, siendo la alergia a los antibióticos betalactámicos la más prevalente. Las pruebas de alergia a las penicilinas pueden ayudar a identificar pacientes hospitalizados y ambulatorios que podrían tolerar y usar de manera segura este grupo de antibióticos y evitar rótulos que limiten el uso de antibióticos betalactámicos por tiempo indefinido.
Objetivo: Identificar las herramientas disponibles en la literatura para valorar el antecedente de alergia a las penicilinas y proponer una herramienta que consolide la información extraída.
Metodología: Revisión estructurada en PubMed/MEDLINE entre 1 junio 2015 hasta 30 noviembre 2022, utilizando los términos MeSH: (((“skin tests”[MeSH Terms]) OR (“skin irritancy tests”[MeSH Terms])) AND (“penicillins”[All Fields])) AND (“drug hypersensitivity”[MeSH Terms]). Publicaciones en inglés y español con acceso a texto completo y estudios realizados en humanos, sobre herramientas disponibles para evaluar la alergia a penicilinas fueron incluidos. 
Resultados: Se identificaron 201 artículos, de los cuales se incluyeron 108. Dentro de las herramientas para evaluar la alergia a las penicilinas se identificaron: a) pruebas in vivo: pruebas cutáneas, pruebas de provocación oral, pruebas del parche; y b) pruebas in vitro: pruebas de IgE específica, determinación de triptasa, histamina. De los 1181 pacientes reportados con alergia a las penicilinas, sólo el 2 % de ellos se confirmó la presencia de alergia. 
Conclusión: Las pruebas cutáneas y de provocación oral sumado a algunas combinaciones in vivo/in vitro, fueron las herramientas más utilizadas para evaluar la alergia a las penicilinas.
SmartAnalysis: A sustainable digital-image colorimetry method for ethanol determination in alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Authors: Machado Escobar Bruna , Donadel Malesuik Marcelo , Smanioto Barin Juliano , Silva Fabiana
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The consumption of alcohol-based hand sanitizers has increased significantly after the pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2. Despite the conclusion of the health emergency declared by the WHO in 2023, the habit of sanitizing hands with ethanol-based gel sanitizers has been globally adopted by the population. Since general methods described in official compendia for ethanol determination such as gas chromatography or distillation are laborious and not-specific to carbomer-containing gels, this work proposes an alternative method based on digital image colorimetry.
Method: The digital image (provided by ethanol-phenolphthalein reaction) was captured and transformed into an analytical signal based on the Red-Green-Blue system. The image acquisitions were performed using a Samsung Galaxy J6 smartphone, and the signals were generated using the Photometrix Pro® free program. The method was validated in accordance with ICH and applied in commercial samples. Additionally, the proposed method was evaluated for its environmental impact using the Green Analytical Process Index (GAPI) tool. Pictograms were generated using the ComplexGAPI® free program.
Results: Green channel exhibited a linear response in the calibration curves for ethanol concentrations ranging from 5 to 40 % (w/w) in acidic medium. The method showed linearity, precision, accuracy, and robustness.
Conclusions: The proposed method presented as main advantages the use of low-cost and easy-to-handle devices and reduced reagent consumption, in accordance with green analytical chemistry principles.
COMPREHENSIVE PARTICIPATION: A THEORETICALLY HAILED YET PRACTICALLY DISREGARDED APPROACH TO SUSTAINABLE ECOTOURISM
Authors:   Department of Recreation and Tourism, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zululand, KwaDlangezwa, South Africa, MAKHANYELA Derrick Sibusiso , NKOSI Gugulethu Sebenzile ,   Department of Recreation and Tourism, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zululand, KwaDlangezwa, South Africa, TSHABALALA Sibongile Princess ,   Department of Recreation and Tourism, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zululand, KwaDlangezwa, South Africa, GUMEDE Thembinkosi Keith ,   Department of Recreation and Tourism, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zululand, KwaDlangezwa, South Africa
Published: March 2024

The commitment and attitudes of all stakeholders, as well as giving recognition to their value as partners in the ecotourism domain, are crucial elements in ensuring sustainable ecotourism development. The social capacity theory (SCT) posits that implementing networks of relationships is a fundamental basis for successful and sustainable tourism development. However, research has shown that the planning and management of numerous ecotourism development programs are marred by a top-down approach. This study examined the level of stakeholder participation in ecotourism activities in the Umfolozi Municipality to determine if any gaps exist in the participation structure of this key economic enterprise. A concurrent exploratory mixed methods design was operated using qualitative and quantitative survey. Qualitative data that were collected from purposefully sampled participants were thematically analysed, while quantitative data that were collected from conveniently sampled respondents were analysed using SPSS software. The findings highlight the centralisation of power and a fragmented ecotourism landscape in the study area that is plagued by manipulative participation, lack of collaboration, lac k of co-ordination, lack of awareness, and apathy among key stakeholders.
Application of the resonant-reflectometric method to search for GPS trackers
Authors:   Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, 220013, Belarus, Minsk, P. Brovki Street, 6, Bunevich M.A. , Kazeka A.A. ,   Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, 220013, Belarus, Minsk, P. Brovki Street, 6, Kliutsky A.Yu. ,   Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, 220013, Belarus, Minsk, P. Brovki Street, 6, Vrublevsky I.A. ,   Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, 220013, Belarus, Minsk, P. Brovki Street, 6, Fuqiang Wang ,   Shandong Computer Science Center, 250101, Shandong Province, Jinan City, Keyuan Road, 19, Peng Zhang ,   Shandong Computer Science Center, 250101, Shandong Province, Jinan City, Keyuan Road, 19, Jianqiang Zhang ,   Shandong Computer Science Center, 250101, Shandong Province, Jinan City, Keyuan Road, 19
Published: March 2024

The principles of operation of the advanced resonant-reflectometric method for detecting GPS trackers and its advantages are described. It is shown that the detection of the re-radiated signal depends on parameters such as the power level and duration of the probing pulses, the frequencies of the probing pulses relative to the resonance frequency of the GPS tracker's input tract; the quality factor of the GPS tracker's input tract and the distance from the scanning antenna to the GPS tracker. A block diagram for experimental validation and determination of the optimal parameters for detecting the re-radiated signal is proposed, and a component base for its implementation is selected. A prototype module of a hardware-software complex based on the resonant-reflectometric method has been developed. The obtained experimental data confirmed the viability of the resonant-reflectometric method for detecting GPS trackers.
MICROLENSING BY HARKO-KOVACS-LOBO PHANTOM WORMHOLE
Authors:   Akmullah Bashkir State Pedagogical University, Akhtaryanova G.F. , Khidirov U.K. ,   Akmullah Bashkir State Pedagogical University, Izmailov R.N. ,   Akmullah Bashkir State Pedagogical University
Published: March 2024

This work investigates gravitational microlensing by a phantom wormhole. Gravitational microlensing is the effect of light bending in a gravitational field, in which one or more images of a light source appear and, in a particular case, an Einstein ring may appear. Gravity microlensing can be used as a possible observation method to detect or rule out the existence of wormholes. In this work, the Harko–Kovax–Lobo (HKL) wormhole will be examined as a lens. Using the lens equation and the definition of the Einstein radius, we find the angular positions of the physical image inside and outside the Einstein ring. The work contains a comparative analysis of the light curves of the Schwarzschild black hole and the HKL wormhole.
Consensus Conference on Standardizing Terminology for Venous Leg Ulcers: Increasing Clarity and Communication in Clinical Practice
Authors: Rivolo Massimo , Teobaldi Ilaria , Bellini Fabio , Granata Fabio , Bobbink Paul , Caniglia Arturo , Clerici Giacomo , Corda Domenico , Granara Deborah Cesura , Harikrishna Nair K. R. , Innocenti Luca , Lindsay Ellie , Maggio Daniele , Probst Sebastian , Ronconi Maurizio , Schofield Alison , Rivellini Carlo , Cassatella Renato , Hampton Sylvie , Whiteley Mark Steven , Piazza Salvatore
Published: March 2024

Significance: Establishing a standardized terminology via mixed research approach to enhance a better way to understand and describe chronic conditions and their related consequences, such as venous insufficiency and related Venous Leg Ulcers that are typically long-lasting and without a permanent cure, using an expert-based recommendation approach.Recent Advances: A panel of experts have developed clinical questions using the PICO method. Literature review has been conducted for relevant documents using CINAHL via EBSCO and MEDLINE via PubMed. Two authors have independently scanned the literature retrieved for eligible documents, following GRADE guidelines for relevance. The eligible documents were included in an evidence synthesis form. A jury of sixteen experts voted on the formulated recommendations using the Delphi method, and a grade of strength was achieved for each recommendation in accordance with the GRADE methodology.Critical Issues: Electronic search conducted retrieved 448 articles via all the clinical queries developed. The research strategy limits included randomised control trial (RCTs) and systematic reviews, not older than ten years, involving only human and written in English as the only language. Zero documents were pertinent to the purpose of this project after the screening. Six recommendations were developed; four of them were approved with strong agreement and two were weakly not recommended.Future Directions: The findings highlight the need for the revision of certain terms used to describe epithelialized venous leg ulcers. This document aims to initiate a discourse, explicitly refraining from advocating the imposition of a new terminology in the field of the venous leg ulcers assessment and management upon the existing lexicon. Limits to our work have been elucidated within the manuscript.
Differential Item Functioning between English, German, and Spanish PROMIS® Physical Function Ceiling Items
Authors: Plessen Constantin Yves , Fischer Felix , Hartmann Claudia , Liegl Gregor , Schalet Benjamin D. , Kaat Aaron J , Pesantez Rodrigo , Joeris Alexander , Heng Marilyn , Rose Matthias
Published: March 2024

Purpose— We investigated the validity of the German and Spanish translations of 35new high functioning items added to the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement InformationSystem (PROMIS®) Physical Function item bank 2.0. We assessed differential item functioning(DIF) between three general population samples from Argentina, Germany, and the UnitedStates.Methods—PROMIS Physical Function data was collected in online panels from 3601individuals (mean age, 41.6 years old; range, 35.6-44.9; 53.7% female). Of these, 1001participants completed the Spanish version, 1000 completed the German version, and 1600completed the English version. DIF was assessed by a multiverse analysis that systematicallyvaried analytic choices across the entire range of plausible options within the logistic ordinalregression framework.Results—Translated items generally met the assumptions of unidimensionality,monotonicity, and local independence. The 272 different analyses suggest consistent DIFbetween languages in four items. Test characteristic curves suggested that the magnitude andimpact of DIF on the test scores were negligible for all items at the test level. After correcting forpotential DIF, we observed greater scoring for physical functioning in Argentina compared to theUS, Cohen’s d = 0.25, [0.17, 0.33], and Argentina compared to Germany, Cohen’s d = 0.23,[0.15, 0.32].Conclusions—Our findings support the universal applicability of PROMIS PhysicalFunction items across general populations in Argentina, Germany, and the U.S. The sensitivityanalyses indicate that the identification of DIF items was robust for different data analyticdecisions. Multiverse analysis is a promising approach to address lack of clear cutoffs in DIFidentification.
Estimating Causal Mediation Effects in Multiple-Mediator Analyses with Clustered Data
Authors: Liu Xiao
Published: March 2024

In multiple-mediator analyses in behavioral sciences, data are often clustered. Despite the growing literature on causal mediation analysis, little research exists on methods for assessing causal mediation effects in multiple-mediator analyses with clustered data, especially when the multiple mediators may be dependent. In this paper, we develop methods for estimating causal mediation effects (particularly the interventional indirect and direct effects) in the multiple-mediator analyses with clustered data, taking into account (possibly) unmeasured cluster-level confounders. Extending the causal mediation literature, we develop three estimators—the regression-based, the weighting-based, and the multiply-robust estimators—for clustered data, with incorporating clusters in estimating the models involved. The simulation results show that our developed methods (including the three estimators with multilevel random-effects or fixed-effects models, and the multiply-robust estimator with machine learning methods to estimate the models incorporating clusters) can yield satisfactory estimates of the causal mediation effects for the multiple-mediator analysis with clustered data. We illustrate our methods in an example using data from the Educational Longitudinal Study.
A Review of Neuroscience-Inspired Machine Learning
Authors: Ororbia Alexander G. , Mali Ankur , Kohan Adam , Millidge Beren , Salvatori Tommaso
Published: March 2024

One major criticism of deep learning centers around the biological implausibility of the credit assignment schema used for learning -- backpropagation of errors. This implausibility translates into practical limitations, spanning scientific fields, including incompatibility with hardware and non-differentiable implementations, thus leading to expensive energy requirements. In contrast, biologically plausible credit assignment is compatible with practically any learning condition and is energy-efficient. As a result, it accommodates hardware and scientific modeling, e.g. learning with physical systems and non-differentiable behavior. Furthermore, it can lead to the development of real-time, adaptive neuromorphic processing systems. In addressing this problem, an interdisciplinary branch of artificial intelligence research that lies at the intersection of neuroscience, cognitive science, and machine learning has emerged. In this paper, we survey several vital algorithms that model bio-plausible rules of credit assignment in artificial neural networks, discussing the solutions they provide for different scientific fields as well as their advantages on CPUs, GPUs, and novel implementations of neuromorphic hardware. We conclude by discussing the future challenges that will need to be addressed in order to make such algorithms more useful in practical applications.
Advance contextual clues alleviate listening effort during sentence repair in listeners with hearing aids
Authors: Gianakas Steven P , Winn Matthew
Published: March 2024

Supplementary materials for "Advance contextual clues alleviate listening effort during sentence repair in listeners with hearing aids"By Steven P. Gianakas and Matthew B. Winn
Effects of Diagnosing Major Depressive Disorder in Men on Externalizing Depression Symptoms and Conformity to Traditional Masculinity Ideologies
Authors: Schön Elena , Ehlert Ulrike , Schneeberger Michèle , Zimmermann David , Walther Andreas
Published: March 2024

It is proposed that men are underdiagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD) due to their reluctance to seek help for mental health problems as well as their display of male-typical externalizing depression symptoms hindering correct identification of MDD in men. Both are related to conformity to traditional masculinity ideologies (TMI). Qualitative research has highlighted the positive effects of receiving an MDD diagnosis. The diagnosis is often seen as an opportunity for change and provides reassurance that evidence-based treatments for MDD are available. This study aims to investigate how communicating an MDD diagnosis impacts depressed men in terms of male-typical externalizing depression symptoms and beliefs about masculinity norms. Twenty-six Participants were diagnosed with MDD. Pre- to posttest changes were examined in male-typical externalizing depression symptoms (MDRS-22), endorsement of (MRNI-SF) and conformity to TMI (CMNI-30) and gender role conflict (GRC; GRCS-SF). The results were also compared to a sample of 15 healthy men undergoing the same diagnostic procedure but receiving no MDD diagnosis. The posttest, after receipt of the MDD diagnosis, revealed significantly lower male-typical externalizing depression symptoms and GRC scores. However, overall endorsement of and conformity to TMI remained unchanged, suggesting them to be either trait-like constructs or unaffected by the receipt of an MDD diagnosis. Compared to healthy men, the MDD group exhibited higher scores in MDRS-22 and GRCS-SF. Future longitudinal research is needed to explore the time and intervention sensitivity of TMI, along with further investigation into the favorable effects of mental illness diagnoses in men.
12 Month Longitudinal Relationships Between Peer Victimization, Positive Parenting and Appearance Dissatisfaction in Early Adolescents
Authors: Tran Thi Viet Hai , Samen Sophie , Sharpe Helen
Published: March 2024

Peer victimization is associated with higher appearance dissatisfaction in adolescence. However, there is limited longitudinal research in this field and there has been little consideration of factors (such as positive family relationships) that may protect victimized adolescents against developing appearance dissatisfaction. This study aimed to examine the cross-sectional and longitudinal relationships between peer victimization and appearance dissatisfaction among early adolescents, as well as investigate the potential moderating role of positive parenting in these associations. This study used data from two consecutive waves of the UK Longitudinal Household Study (UKLHS). Participants were early adolescents (aged 10 years) and their parents (n = 309 dyads). Adolescents self-reported on appearance dissatisfaction (age 10 and age 11) and peer victimization (age 10), and parents provided self-report parenting practices. Peer victimization at 10 years old was positively correlated with concurrent appearance dissatisfaction. However, it did not predict changes in appearance dissatisfaction from age 10 to 11 years. No significant moderating effect of positive parenting was found. In general, adolescents with a history of peer victimization are more likely to experience higher levels of concurrent appearance dissatisfaction, but not increases in appearance dissatisfaction over time. Furthermore, among victimized adolescents, having a warm, caring, and responsive parent may not protect against negative body image. This study highlights the need for school-based interventions in tackling appearance dissatisfaction.
Dénombrement des relations d’ordres par une approche par récurrence
Authors: Tuffal Guilhem
Published: March 2024

Le but de cet article est de présenter une manière de décomposer l'ensemble des relations d'ordres sur {1, 2, 3, ..., n}, en plusieurs sous-ensembles Sn(i) ∩ An(j) (dont le cardinal sera noté P(i,j,n)). Dans de nombreux cas il est possible de calculer P(i,j,n) à partir de plusieurs P(l,m,k) avec k≤n, de sorte qu'une approche par récurrence peut être envisagé si des résultats supplémentaires sont trouvés. De plus il est déjà possible d'accélérer grandement le calcul, par voie algorithmique, du dénombrement des relations d'ordres à partir de ces résultats.
Climate Change and Community Resilience: Insights from South Asia
Authors: Shrestha Kiran
Published: March 2024

This book presents case studies, stories and examples of climate change adaptation initiatives from seven South Asian countries—Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka—highlighting traditional and indigenous knowledge with community engagement.  The book has 27 studies (chapters) organized under six themes (Parts): concepts and models; traditional knowledge and sustainable agriculture; technology adoption; disaster risk reduction; urban sustainability; and alternative livelihoods.
Landslide susceptibility mapping of the main boundary thrust region in Thungsingdanda-Bandipur section of Nawalparasi and Palpa Districts, Gandaki and Lumbini Provinces, Nepal
Authors: Paudyal Kabi Raj , Maharjan Rupendra , Shrestha Birat
Published: March 2024

This research assesses the results of a landslide susceptibility analysis employing frequency ratios (FR). It was conducted in collaboration between CNES/Airbus and Maxar Technologies using Google Earth. Landslides in the Thungsingdanda-Bandipur area were identified through imagery with a 50 cm spatial resolution. A comprehensive dataset for training and testing was established based on the landslide inventory. Nine causative variables: slope, aspect, relief, distance from the stream, distance from the road, curvature, distance from the thrust, geology, and land use were used. FR ratings were assigned to these causative variables based on training events. The resultant landslide susceptibility map was generated by integrating causative variables with their respective FR ratings. The validation rate, determined using the ROC-AUC curve, was found to be 82.2 percent. Notably, distance from the thrust (MBT), land use, and distance from the road emerged as the more influential factors among the nine causative variables in landslide occurrences.
Experience of girls on menstrual hygiene and health
Authors: Uprety Durga
Published: March 2024

This study explores and analyses the lived experiences and challenges faced by girl in menstrual hygiene and health during their menstruation in school. While exploring the experiences the study related to liberal feminism prospect as girls' personal experiences in menstrual hygiene and health followed the empowerment theory of three key dimensions i.e. agency, resources, and achievements, and applied phenomenological study designed. Information was collected and analyzed by transcribing the record in the native language, coding, creating themes, and interrelationships of themes. Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Results show that girls were able to empower, foster confidence, and change individuals and society through schools and retain them in the school education system. Better service and an enabling environment from colleagues, teachers, and family are important. This is drawn from the study that, peer education and boys’ involvement in menstrual hygiene and health issues in school education and service improvement as well as health promotion are recommended to be treated as a priority in the future.
Community forest, environment conservation and rural livelihood
Authors: Pokhrel Rajendra Kumar , Pokhrel Gautam Anju
Published: March 2024

The study analyses the economic benefit to rural people derived from the community forest and the role of community forest in the livelihood of the rural people. For this purpose, Khajure Community Forest of Dang district was selected. This article analyses interactions among economic development, the environment, and natural resource use pattern. Community forestry promotes sustainable management of forests by the local community for their collective benefits and promotes equal rights regardless of caste, ethnicity and gender. Community Forest Users’ Group highly depend on CF for their basic households needs such as fuel wood, grass, fodder and timber. Community participation in managing forest has contributed to forest conservation, scientific utilization of forest products and social inclusion which ultimately fosters community ownership in management and use of natural resources. But there are problems in CF governance and benefit sharing. The main issues of community forest are elite dominance in decision-making, social exclusion, and unequal benefit sharing. Rural people go through the exploitation of forest resource haphazardly for their survival. Exploitation of natural resources, including forest resource, contribute to global environmental problems and climate change. Electric cook stoves could be a good, clean fuel source while also helping to reduce the trade deficit. Scheduled firewood collection has resulted to shortage of fuel wood and has increased dependency on cow dung cake for daily cooking. Socio-economic condition of community members has remained as the obstacle for fuel shifting towards modern and clean energy that produces no smoke and no indoor air pollution, and thus, reducing respiratory diseases. Fuel transition has great positive impact on forest conservation,too.
Impact of Shoes Brand Preference on Customer Satisfaction
Authors: Goet Joginder , Kharel Kiran
Published: March 2024

In a competitive business environment, concerns like customer satisfaction and brand preferences are becoming very important to corporate operations. The core objective of this research was to look at the influence of factors of brand preference on Customer Satisfaction with shoes. Primary data were employed in the research. Correlation and regression were utilized to calculate, analyze, and interpret the data for the descriptive and causal-comparative research design. The entire population is used in the study as shoe users. The population was represented by a sample of 390 respondents. A convenience sampling method was used to determine the sample size. According to the findings, brand preference factors such as Product Quality (PQ), Design (DG), Store Environment (SE), Service Quality (SQ), Promotion (PR), and Brand Image (BI) have a considerable impact on Customer Satisfaction in the Kathmandu Valley. But one factor, Brand Name (BN) has no considerable impact on Customer Satisfaction. The outcomes of this study show the significant link between factors of brand preference and Customer Satisfaction in the Kathmandu Valley. The Pearson coefficient between Brand Name (BN), Product Quality (PQ), Design (DG), Store Environment (SE), Service Quality (SQ), Promotion (PR), and Brand Image (BI) has been determined to be positive by correlation analysis.Because the value of significance was less than 0.05, all alternative hypotheses were accepted. As a result, we may deduce that the interactions positively impact Customer Satisfaction. Brand preference factors except for Brand Name (BN) have a significant influence on Customer Satisfaction.
Elements of Nature and Human Sensibility in Devkota's Poem Make me a Sheep, O Lord
Authors: Poudel T.N.
Published: March 2024

This article explores the elements of Nature and Human Sensibility in the poem 'Make me a Sheep, O Lord' composed by Laximi Prasad Devkota in 1947 AD. He was impressed by British romantic poets, and is the pioneer of the Nepali Romanticism. So, it is suitable to study his poem in relation to the elements of romanticism. Nature is the key element of romanticism. The concept of human sensibility covers a range of ideas related to poet's experiences, feelings, sentiments, emotions, views and subjectivity. It has dual links. Though it is a pre-romantic concept, it is widely found in the Romantic period too. The study makes an attempt to interpret the images, symbols, concepts, figure of speech etc. in the poem in relation to nature and human sensibility. The article follows romanticism as a theory of analysis. The study confirms the prevalence of elements of nature and human sensibility throughout the poem. Regarding the form and translation, the study is based on Pen Himalaya's English version of the poem Prabhu ji Mlai Bhedo Banau. It has adopted the qualitative and impressionistic method of study. For the purpose of textual analysis, the writer of this article depends on works of research studies, journals and articles on the relevant subject. This paper can be utilized by and significant for readers, researchers, teachers and students.
Der junge Savigny zwischen Frühromantik und Rechtswissenschaft (1799–1806) - Edition von Auszügen eines biographischen Versuchs
Authors: Bremer Franz Peter
Published: March 2024

Franz Peter Bremer, der Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts eine monumentale Savigny-Biographie vorbereitete, hatte erkannt, dass dem jungen Savigny Kunst, Literatur, Philosophie und Theologie besonders am Herzen lagen und er gedanklichen Austausch vor allem mit Menschen pflegte, die keine Juristen waren. So recherchierte Bremer schwerpunktmäßig in literaturhistorischen, philosophiegeschichtlichen oder enzyklopädischen Werken, die heute in Vergessenheit geraten sein mögen, für eine moderne Savigny-Biografie aber unverzichtbar sind.Bremer ist wohl nicht, wie berichtet wird, «nach Fertigstellung weniger Seiten» gestorben. Dieser Band ediert, nach einer kenntnisreichen Einleitung des Herausgebers, die hinterlassenen Notizen, Aufzeichnungen, Entwürfe und Manuskripte des Bonner Romanisten. Sie zeigen: Bremer wollte eine Biographie verfassen, die den Namen wirklich verdient.
Análisis urbano de Madrid y Barcelona: trabajos de curso 2009-2010. Cuadernos de introducción a la urbanística-CIURB, 01.
Authors: Ros Sempere Marcos , García Martín Fernando Miguel
Published: March 2024

Los Cuadernos de introducción a la urbanística, CIURB, pretenden servir como material docente de apoyo a los alumnos de la asignatura Introducción a la urbanística, así como a cualquier otro estudiante o investigador interesado en los contenidos de esta serie. En este primer número presentamos un extracto de los cinco trabajos de análisis global urbano, desarrollados por los alumnos de la asignatura en el curso académico 2009-2010, que resultaron de mayor interés. El trabajo propuesto consistía en la realización de un análisis, a escala global municipal, de los núcleos urbanos de Madrid o Barcelona. Para ello, y partiendo de un análisis de la evolución histórica urbana, se les pedía a los alumnos la concreción posterior de análisis tipológicos, morfológicos y climáticos.
INTERMEDIARY’S LIABILITY: TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-BASED CONTENT MODERATION IN MALAYSIA
Authors: Daud Mahyuddin , Abd Ghani Azmi Ida Madieha
Published: March 2024

Intermediaries enjoy a ‘safe harbour’ from civil or criminal liability should they host illegal and harmful third-party online content, subject to requirements from national laws. The line between immunity and liability becomes hazy when intermediaries appear to assume the role of content creators, hence risk being characterised as publishers. The paper analyses whether such liability may be diminished if intermediaries adopt an artificial intelligence-based content moderation system. Through comparative case analyses of Mkini, Delfi, Bunt and Godfrey, the research questioned the relevance of the legal defence granted in the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and the Content Code. The article analysed the Federal Court’s finding of liability for Mkini and asked whether it signals the right way forward that may ignore the fundamental right to express opinion of public interest. Despite the advances in artificial intelligence-based content moderation, it remains to be seen if algorithms can easily contain illegal and harmful content.
MISCARRIAGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE: THE APPEAL PROCESS AND POST-CONVICTION REVIEW
Authors: Tang Jia Yearn  , Muhamad Helmi Md. Said
Published: March 2024

Concerns about miscarriages of criminal justice are not unfamiliar within the criminal justice system. Cases that involve miscarriages of justice shall persist regardless of amendments made to any legal system. However, in the Malaysian context, official consideration was not sufficiently generated for systemic reform dealing with post-appeal avenues in cases of miscarriage of criminal justice, despite certain weaknesses having been identified. The objective of this article is to analyse the weaknesses in laws pertaining to post-appeal avenues in cases of criminal miscarriage of justice, and provide suggestions for minimising such instances. The research is conducted using doctrinal methodology where legal sources of different countries have been scrutinized. Weaknesses in the Malaysian post-conviction avenues are exhibited in the limited powers of the final appellate court to review its decision, in the review of criminal proceedings, and the granting of royal pardon by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The analysis of the response to miscarriages of criminal justice and post-conviction avenues in Malaysia undertaken with the objective that a proper legal mechanism be established, where the victims’ right to prove their innocence and obtain a fair trial is ensured. It is hoped that the suggestions given are viewed with an open mind with due regard for the relevant ethical and procedural aspects.
Leaf Anatomy of Morinda citrifolia L. in Pahang, Malaysia, and its Taxonomic Significance
Authors: Mohd Asri Nur Ain , Che Amri Che Nurul Aini , Shahari Rozilawati , Mohd Yunus Noor Syaheera
Published: March 2024

Leaf anatomical study has been conducted on Morinda citrifolia L. from family Rubiaceae in Kuantan, Pahang. The aim of this study was to identify and list characteristics of leaf anatomy that can be used to identify and classification of species and genus in the Rubiaceae family. Methods used in this study were cross section using sliding microtome, epidermis peeling and leaf clearing and observation under a light microscope. Results from this study showed few characteristics can be used in identification in species studied. The result of this study showed that the presence of collenchyma cells, sclerenchyma cells, cell inclusions such as raphide at the petiole and midrib and hypostomatic stomata can be useful as an additional data to identify species studied. In conclusion, leaf anatomy characteristics can be used as an additional characteristic in the identification and classification of selected Rubiaceae species.Keywords: Leaf anatomy, Morinda citrifolia
Penyuluhan Tentang Pengelolaan Bisnis Pada UMKM di Desa Kalikidang, Kecamatan Sokaraja, Kabupaten Banyumas, Jawa Tengah
Authors: Setyawati Irma , Dewi Dyah Handayani , Amalia Bela , Sekarani Shalsyadila Safira , Azizah Fadilla Nur , Dharmawan Rifky , Ramadhan Abdul Fathir , Rinaldi Dwiningtyas
Published: March 2024

The purpose of community service activities in Kalikidang Village is to provide counseling to MSMEs about business management so that MSMEs are able to become pillars of the Indonesian economy, contribute to the GRDP of Banyumas Regency and are able to absorb labor. This community service activity uses counseling methods to present material from resource persons to the audience, in addition, the practice of creating branding and marketplaces to increase online sales and marketing is carried out. The service activity is said to be successful, because it can increase knowledge and understanding of branding and marketplace around 80% of MSME actors in Kalikidang Village. The MSME actors of Kalikidang Village were very enthusiastic in listening to the explanations from the resource persons, and gave a positive response to student assistance. Thus, MSME players have a strong desire to create branding with the aim of increasing sales through online marketing. To increase the knowledge and understanding of MSME actors about branding and marketplaces, the Village Head and his staff should need to increase soft skills activities to increase the understanding and skills of MSME actors in managing their business will later help MSMEs in entering the world of competition, both nationally and globally
IMPACT OF STAPHYLOCOCCUS SPP. ON OCCURRENCE OF INFECTIOUS INFLAMMATORY PROCESSES IN SURGICAL PATIENTS: A BACTERIOLOGICAL STUDY
Authors: Fedorchenko V. I. , Loban G. A. , Hancho O. V. , Chapala A. M. , Syvovol V. M.
Published: March 2024

Introduction. Staphylococci are well-known pathogens associated with purulent-inflammatory processes at various body sites. However, the specific contributions of different microorganisms within microbial communities remain poorly understood. Notably, these diverse microbes can exhibit distinct antibiotic susceptibility profiles due to their varying taxonomic classifications.

The purpose of this study is to analyze the results of bacteriological examination of pathological material taken from patients in surgical department and to assess the contribution of S. aureus and coagulase-negative staphylococci in the form of mono- and mixed infection in the cases of infectious pathology.

Results and discussion. 123 samples were obtained from patients in the surgical department; cultures of Staphylococcus bacteria were isolated in 37 cases, which accounted for 30.1% of all studies. Staphylococcus aureus was identified in 18 cultures (14.6%), with 11 isolates (8.9%) found as single infections (monoculture) and 7 isolates (5.7%) identified within mixed microbial communities. Additionally, 19 isolates (15.4%) were identified as coagulase-negative staphylococci. These microbial communities comprised 2 to 4 different types of microorganisms.

Conclusion. Staphylococcus spp. were isolated from 30.1% of patients in the surgical department. Among these isolates, Staphylococcus aureus was present in 38.9% of mixed microbial cultures, while coagulase-negative staphylococci were found in 33.3% of Staphylococcus isolations. Notably, S. aureus and coagulase-negative staphylococci were never co-isolated within the same mixed culture.
ENHANCING QUALITY OF MEDICAL EDUCATION THROUGH INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
Authors: Іліка В.В. , Harvasiuk O.V. , Dogolych O.I. , Kulachek V.T. , Andrushchak M.O.
Published: March 2024

Objectives. The advancement of education is propelled by the integration of new ideas, tools, pedagogical methods, and management technologies, contibuting to a transformation of the education system. This scientific paper aims to explore the significance of innovations and their pivotal role in enhancing the quality of education, particularly through the implementation of innovative approaches in delivering the course "Pathomorphology" for future medical professionals.

Results. The study findings unequivocally demonstrate that adopting an innovative approach in teaching "Pathomorphology" significantly contributes to the development of students' professional knowledge and fosters the cultivation of critical thinking and analytical skills. Leveraging advanced methodologies such as integrated learning and group learning technologies creates a dynamic learning environment wherein students collaborate, exchange ideas, and collectively address practical challenges.

An important component is the utilization of the MOODLE system and online platforms like Google Meet, enabling students to access knowledge electronically while actively engaging with lecturers in a virtual setting. This facilitates communication between students and educators, fostering discussions, nurturing creative thinking, and tackling educational tasks collaboratively.

Conclusion. Integrating innovative approaches in education enhances the quality of student learning, encouraging theri active research, fostering independent learning skills, and cultivating self-reliant individuals capable of continuous self-improvement. The consistent implementation of innovations not only enhances students' professional competence but also imposes high standards on educators, motivating them to pursue continuous professional development and strive for excellence. These factors render the teaching-learning process not only engaging but also exceptionally effective.
ADDRESSING CHALLENGES IN SUPERVISING STUDENT RESEARCH
Authors: Loban G.A. , Faustova M.O. , Chumak Yu.V.
Published: March 2024

In Ukraine, student involvement in scientific research primarily occurs through participation in student scientific groups or societies. However, many teachers face challenges when supervising student research projects. This study aims at identifying challenges in supervising student scientific research in higher education, drawing on experiences of both foreign and domestic university faculties. Literature from PubMed and Google Scholar databases was reviewed, focusing on articles related to the topic. Researchers suggest early engagement of students in scientific research within laboratories and participation in inquiry-based programs such as "discovery-based," "project-based," and "inquiry-based," mirroring real-world scientific practices. These approaches offer valuable insights into science, providing structured support and laboratory experience for students. However, challenges such as material and technical limitations and teachers' lack of motivation to dedicate sufficient time to students hinder the widespread implementation of research programs in universities. To foster successful student scientific research, students must be motivated to take ownership of their work, and department laboratories require adequate material and technical support to facilitate student research groups. Additionally, scientific mentors should receive adequate pedagogical training to effectively guide research groups. Mentor efforts should focus on encouraging student participation in research activities by enhancing their awareness and creating opportunities for engagement.
MOTIVATIONAL FACTORS INFLUENCING UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS TO PURSUE DENTISTRY AS FUTURE CAREER AT UKRAINIAN UNIVERSITIES
Authors: Yanko N.V. , Kaskova L.F. , Vashchenko I.Yu. , Amosova L.I. , Morhun N.A.
Published: March 2024

People have various motivations and perceptions when choosing a future career. The purpose of this article is to compare the motivational factors for selecting dentistry as a career among local and international students at Ukrainian universities. A qualitative design was employed, using a 24-item questionnaire with closed-ended questions to survey Master's degree students in Dentistry. Students' perceptions of motivational factors were assessed on a five-point Likert scale. Statistical analysis, including the χ2-test and regression analysis, was conducted to identify differences. A total of 121 local and 59 international students participated in the questionnaire about motivation factors for pursuing dentistry. In the local group, 69.42% were female and 30.58% were male, while the international group comprised 32.20% females and 67.80% males. No significant differences were found between local and international students regarding professional status, income potential, entrepreneurial opportunities, practical skills, desire to work in healthcare, desire to work with people, or the wish to provide public service (P>0.1). However, international students expressed higher agreement regarding personal experiences with dental care and work experience. Conversely, local students placed less importance on factors like influence from friends and personal advice compared to international students. Recommendations for promoting education at the university include highlighting the professional status and income potential of dentistry, promoting practical skills development, and emphasizing the social value of the profession. To attract applicants from abroad, messaging about personal experiences in dentistry and graduates' recommendations on social networks could be effective strategies.