bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Using Airborne Magnetic and Radiometric Data to Unravel Auriferous Prospective Areas in the Pitangui Greenstone Belt, NW of Quadrilátero Ferrífero – MG
Authors: Otávio Luiz Ribeiro Brener , Barbuena Danilo , Henrique Coelho de Melo Gustavo
Published: October 2024

The Pitangui Greenstone Belt (PGB), NW of the Quadrilátero Ferrífero, Brazil, is a meta-volcano-sedimentary sequence that hosts some important gold deposits recently discovered. Research has been made in the PGB to understand its gold mineral system, but the information regarding the prospective vectors associated with gold mineralization is still unclear. Here, we show the application of airborne magnetic and radiometric data to find the spatial relation between hydrothermal alteration zones and the structural framework of the PGB region. The results showed that the occurrence of gold deposits is associated with NW-SE structures and hydrothermal alteration zones. This association does not exist with E-W structures, which has direct implications on the relevance of these structures in the prospective modeling. Additionally, the application of radiometric data to map hydrothermal alteration zones showed that the limitations of this technique can generate anomalies not strictly associated with hydrothermal alteration processes. In this case, some anomalies could be linked with secondary processes like weathering, leaching, transportation and accumulation of mobile elements, such as K and U.
The Magnetic Anomaly Map of Paraná State: An Integration of Airborne Surveys Performed Over the Years
Authors: Bongiolo Alessandra , Szameitat Luizemara , Ribeiro Severino Rafael , Brumatti Mariane , Luis Spisila André , Fonseca Ferreira Francisco José , Baldessar Netto Pedro , Kerouak Cordeiro Pereira Eros
Published: October 2024

Over the last decades, several aerial survey campaigns have been conducted in the State of Paraná. However, we did not have a complete magnetic data integration and analysis focused on the Paraná’s geological context. Therefore, the main objective of this work is to provide the integration of all available data and realize a general analysis to make the Integrated Magnetic Map of the Paraná State, in collaboration with the Geological Survey of Brazil (SGB-CPRM). After integrate the data we have applied processing techniques on public airborne magnetic data, available from the Geological Survey of Brazil database (GeoSGB). For this integration, it was used the minimum curvature interpolation, with cell sizes according to each survey. All gridded data was extrapolated upward from the original height to the altitude of 1800 m. Afterwards, we applied the upward continuation for 2700 m and the following filters: vertical gradient (VDR), total horizontal derivative (THDR), analytic signal (AS), or tilt derivative (TDR), tilt angle of the horizontal derivative (TAHG) and vertical integral of the analytic signal (VIAS). The final results provide valuable maps (and grids) that can be used by the community for future works. In this work we tried to do a simple overview of the structural framework of Paraná State, representing the main magnetic structures of the Paraná State basement and compare them with the most important structures already mapped in surface over the years. All the data present in this work and other filters tests are available and can be access in the supplementary material (https://acervodigital.ufpr.br/ https://hdl.handle.net/1884/89075 and  also at zenodo repository https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12820642).
Morphobiometric characterization of donkey resources in Katsina state
Authors:   Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Dustin-Ma, Nigeria, Rotimi Emmanuel Abayomi , Ajayi Bababunmi Alaba ,   Osun State University, College of Agriculture, Osogbo. Nigeria, Adeoye Adelani Abayomi ,   Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa, Nigeria
Published: October 2024

This study was conducted to assess the morphological characteristics of the donkey (Equus asinus) population in Katsina State, Nigeria. One hundred and three (103) donkeys (39 female and 64 male), randomly selected, were grouped into three age categories for this study. Data collected included: body weight and ten (10) body measurements. The statistical analysis of variance was applied for estimation the effects of sex and age on the studied parameters. Variance Inflation Factors (VIF), as a multicollinearity diagnostic tool of the independent variables, were incorporated in the regression models. The principal component analysis with a variance maximizing the orthogonal rotation was used to extract the components. The factor analysis identified four (4) principal components (PCs) of morphometric traits which explained about 70.392% of the total variance, with a PC1 accounted for 37.912%. The results showed that the body weight was correlated with HG, PG, BL, RH, SH, EL, TL and NC (ranging from 0.464 to 0.946; p<0.01) and body weight correlated to NL (r = 0.402; p<0.05) and HL (r = 0.375; P<0.05). The best predictors of body weight (BWT) in female and male revealed that the combination of heart girth, body length and rump height featured prominently in the prediction of BWT. Keywords: body weight, donkeys, morphological, prediction, regression
The Effect of Organizational Culture and Reward Frequency on Performance Misreporting
Authors: Mi Danya , Ni Guqiang , Xu Ke
Published: October 2024

Organizational culture and performance-based rewards are integral components of an organization’s managerial control system. Despite their importance, research on performance-based rewards within the context of organizational culture remains limited. Our study aims to fill this gap by examining how organizational culture interacts with frequency of performance-based rewards to influence performance misreporting, a prevalent agency problem in corporate settings. Using an experiment, we predict and find that performance misreporting is lower in a learning-focused (mastery orientation) culture compared to a performance-focused (performance orientation) culture. Additionally, we predict and find that performance-based reward frequency interacts with organizational culture to influence the level of misreporting. Specifically, our study highlights that a high reward frequency diminishes the potential benefit that a mastery orientation culture offers in curbing misreporting behavior.
Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Practice in Accounting
Authors: Clor-Proell Shana , Even-Tov Omri , Lee Charles M. C. , Rajgopal Shivaram
Published: October 2024

SYNOPSIS

This paper addresses the enduring challenge of bridging the gap between accounting research and its application in practice. Drawing upon insights from the 2024 Financial Accounting and Reporting Section (FARS) plenary panel discussion and contributions from esteemed leaders in the field, we explore the root causes of this disconnect and underscore the importance of narrowing the divide. Our analysis leads to the proposal of practical strategies targeted at key stakeholders—authors, reviewers, editors, and business school deans—with the aim of promoting a more integrated approach to accounting research and practice. Through these recommendations, we endeavor to enhance the relevance and impact of accounting scholarship on real-world financial practices, thereby enriching both the academic and professional realms of accounting.

JEL Classifications: A20; I23; M10; M40; M41.
Drivers of Public Opinion on the Acceptability of Distorting Performance Measures
Authors: Bentley Jeremiah W. , Bloomfield Matthew J. , Bloomfield Robert J. , Lambert Tamara A.
Published: October 2024

Agents often inflate measured performance by distorting operating decisions (e.g., real earnings management) and/or reporting decisions (e.g., accruals management). Across four studies, we find that public judgments of distortion’s acceptability largely reflect assessments of how harmful and norm-violating the distortion is. Judgments of operating distortion primarily reflect assessments of harm, whereas judgments of reporting distortion primarily reflect assessments of norm violation. These results are consistent with the Theory of Dyadic Morality (Gray, Waytz, and Young 2012; Schein and Gray 2018). We also find that those who perceive an accounting system as more unfairly withholding an agent’s bonus assess distortion (especially reporting distortion) to be less norm-violating. Those who perceive the performance measure as less appropriate for capturing the value of performance to stakeholders assess distortion (especially operating distortion) to be more harmful. Assessments of distortions’ harm and norm violation explain a substantial portion of the variation in acceptability judgments.
Relationship of Plasma Apolipoprotein C-I Truncation with Risk of Diabetes in the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis and the Actos Now for the Prevention of Diabetes (ACT NOW) study
Authors: Koska Juraj , Hu Yueming , Furtado Jeremy , Billheimer Dean , Nedelkov Dobrin , J. Budoff Matthew , G. Bertoni Alain , L. McClelland Robyn , D. Reaven Peter
Published: October 2024

Objective: Higher truncated-to-native apolipoprotein (apo) C-I proteoform ratios (C-I’/C-I) are associated with favorable cardiometabolic risk profiles, but its relationship with longitudinal changes in insulin resistance and incident diabetes is unknown. Research Design and Methods: Plasma apoC-I proteoforms were measured by mass spectrometry immunoassay at baseline in 4,742 non-diabetic MESA and 524 prediabetes ACT NOW participants. The primary outcome was incident diabetes (fasting glucose [FG] ≥7.0 mmol/l or hypoglycemic medications use in MESA; FG ≥7.0 mmol/l or 2-hour OGTT glucose ≥ 11.1 mmol/l in ACT NOW). Secondary outcomes were changes in FG and HOMA-IR in MESA, and OGTT-glucose area under the curve (AUCglucose) and Matsuda insulin sensitivity index (ISI) in ACT NOW. Results: In MESA, higher C-I’/C-I was associated with lower risk of diabetes (n=564 events, HR: 0.87 [95%CI: 0.79, 0.95] per SD, p=0.0036, median follow-up 9 years), and smaller increases (follow-up adjusted for baseline) in FG (-0.5%, p<0.0001) and HOMA-IR (-2.9%, p=0.011) after adjusting for baseline clinical and demographic covariates, including plasma triglycerides and HDL-C. Total apoC-I concentrations were not associated with changes in FG, HOMA-IR and incident diabetes. In ACT NOW, higher C-I’/C-I was associated with smaller increases in AUCglucose (-1.8%, p=0.0052), greater increases in ISI (7.2%, p=0.0095), and lower risk of diabetes (n=59 events, 0.66 [0.48, 0.91], p=0.004, median follow-up 2.5 years) after adjusting for treatment group and diabetes risk factors, including plasma lipids. Conclusion: Our results indicate that apoC-I truncation may contribute to changes in glucose levels and insulin resistance, and risk of diabetes.
Treinamento, Valuation e tempo de retorno do capital investido de uma indústria do setor têxtil localizada na cidade de Nova Odessa-SP-BR
Authors: Santos Laysla , Gonçales Filho Manoel
Published: October 2024

Esta pesquisa apresenta proposições de reestruturação estratégica possibilitada por meio de treinamento técnico-profissional, tencionando otimizar a gestão contábil-financeira da indústria têxtil que experimenta a desvalorização dos ativos. A abordagem é quantitativa, natureza básica e aplicada e procedimento técnico, pesquisa participante com coleta de dados realizadas em documentos disponibilizados pela indústria. Os resultados, são:  elaboração da Demonstração do Exercício do Resultado, Fluxo de Caixa Operacional e Balanço Patrimonial projetados para cinco anos; identificação do Valuation pelo Net Operating Profit After Taxes e pelo Fluxo de Caixa Descontado, e apresentação do tempo de retorno do capital investido - payback; avaliação da situação atual e futura da indústria têxtil; implementação de medidas de reestruturação interna e desenvolvimento de treinamento especializado para aprimorar conhecimentos e habilidades dos colaboradores.
Sinistralidade no mercado de seguros de automóvel:
Authors: Costa Renato Eliseu , Yukie Diana
Published: October 2024

Este trabalho propõe o estudo do impacto da pandemia de COVID-19 na sinistralidade do mercado de seguros brasileiro, utilizando as ferramentas de linguagem R. O objetivo central é identificar e analisar as tendências emergentes e os padrões de sinistralidade durante o período pandêmico, ampliando a compreensão das mudanças comportamentais desse mercado em situações de crise. O projeto também está voltado para a aplicação desses insights na gestão de riscos e no planejamento estratégico das empresas do setor. Com esta pesquisa foi avaliado que ferramentas de Data Science and Analytics são de extrema importância no setor de seguros, considerando o tamanho das informações que precisam ser tratadas e a agilidade, além disso, sobre o tema proposto descobriu-se que a sinistralidade durante a pandemia teve um aumento expressivo ao contrário do que se esperava e após a pandemia ainda está tendo impactos.
Determination of the Perpetrator-Victim Position in a Case of Severe Traumatic Brain Injury due to a Less-Lethal Weapon Projectile, Based on Brain Injuries
Authors: Plaza-Patiño Oscar Alonso , Benavides-Erazo María José , Fernández-Cocuyame Héctor Alexander , Linares-Ortega Iveth Andrea , Monroy-Orozco Karen Lizeth , Velásquez-Clavijo Oscar Andrey
Published: October 2024

Less-lethal (or non-lethal) weapons cause lethal and non-lethal injuries; this depends on many factors, including the shot distance and the modifications made to the operation of the weapon and the projectiles. This type of weapon has a similar shape to a firearm, shares the same physical and chemical operating principle and uses the combustion of a chemical substance to eject the projectile. In technical terms, the only difference is the projectile. Currently with the changes in weapons and projectiles, it is difficult to make a correlation. Just like lethal firearm projectiles and due to their operation, they leave macroscopic gunshot residues such as powder tattooing or soot deposition, only occasionally a contusion ring. In addition, there is a variety in the appearance of the entrance wounds. Therefore, it is very important to process the scene and carefully dissect the external wound and the surrounding area and, if possible, the recovery of the projectile. We present a case where a non-penetrating superficial injury to the skull produced trauma consistent with a coup contrecoup brain injury, which allows us to identify the perpetrator-victim position.
Financial Performance of Islamic Banking in Indonesia with The Maqashid Syariah Index Approach
Authors: Pamikatsih Mutia , Syahputri Nisrina Anggi , Setiabudhi Hatta , Sa'diyah Kholifatus
Published: October 2024

Banking performance is measured using financial ratios. However, for Islamic banking, it is much more complex compared to conventional banking. It's not just about testing profitability levels; it's more about compliance with Islamic principles, namely Maqashid Shariah. This makes the products and performance evaluation of Islamic banking distinct from conventional banking. The purpose of this research is to assess the financial performance of Islamic Commercial Banks in Indonesia using the Maqashid Shariah Index approach for the period 2017-2019. This research is classified as descriptive quantitative research. The objects of the study are Bank Muamalat Indonesia (BMI), Bank Syariah Mandiri (BSM), Bank Tabungan Pensiun Nasional (BTPN Syariah), and Bank Aceh Syariah (BAS). The research method used the Maqashid Shariah Index analysis technique. The data used are secondary data in the form of annual reports from 2017-2019 obtained from the official websites of each bank. The research results indicate that the financial performance of Islamic Commercial Banks (BUS) using the Maqashid Shariah Index for the period 2017-2019 is as follows: Bank Syariah Mandiri (BSM) achieved the highest ranking with an index value of 0.273841 or 27.38%. The second rank is held by Bank Muamalat with an index value of 0.267941 or 26.79%. The third rank is obtained by Bank Aceh Syariah with an index value of 0.260473 or 26.047%, and BTPN Syariah has the lowest ranking with an index value of 0.1735705 or 17.35%.
Acculturation of Javanese Islam and Mapalus Culture in The Development of Islamic Economic Tradition in Tondano
Authors: Hadi Rahmini , Shafrani Yoiz Shofwa , Nurhayati Laily
Published: October 2024

Diversity allows the emergence of merging existing cultures into a new culture that does not take away the essence of the previous culture. The success of Tondano Javanese Village in maintaining the existence of economic traditions, especially in the agricultural sector, also plays a role in balancing the economy in the Tondano region. Mapalus is synonymous with the life cycle of the Minahasa community which is closely related to religious values. Development of Javanese Islam in Tondano began to occur after the group of Kiai Mojo and his followers consisting of approximately 60 men, established an association place for them to settle and live there, namely "Kampung Java". In addition, the development is also getting stronger after they are in a relationship assimilation through marriage with indigenous Minahasa women who at that time the majority adhered to Christianity. The Muslim community living in Minahasa influenced the development of the existing mapalus uyang culture. Mapalus is a form of local wisdom of the indigenous people of Tondano adapted by the Muslim community from Java. Then from Joanne et al (in Senduk, 2016) Added one other form of mapalus, namely arisan. This Arisan is one of the prominent forms of social interaction between members of the North Minahasa community. Its function is to help each other in the economic field based on family values. In general, this social gathering is one of the associations in terms of distributing funds. This concept is in great demand by the lower middle class because it is considered easy to fulfill one's direct desires, so it is considered to be able to pay in installments (Muhaisin & Syarbaini, n.d.). In practice, the forms of the collection also vary, such as money, groceries, jewelry, building materials, etc. Unlike the arisan practice implemented in Tondano Java Village, the form is an association to be able to divide work into agricultural and plantation activities. So in each activity, the agricultural and plantation production process will be divided based on its working group
2023 KÜLTÜR VE MEDENİYETİMİZE YÖN VERENLER DERSİ ÖĞRETİM PROGRAMININ İNCELENMESİ
Authors: Çopur Ahmet , Büyüktopbaş Elif
Published: October 2024

2023 Kültür ve Medeniyetimize Yön Verenler Dersi Öğretim Programının incelenmesi amacında olan araştırma verileri doküman incelemesi yoluyla elde edilmiştir. Araştırma verilerinin analizi sonucunda Kültür ve Medeniyetimize Yön Verenler Dersi Öğretim Programının öğrencilerin 11 amaca ulaşmaları beklentisiyle hazırlanmış olduğu ve bu amaçlara ulaşılırken 16 becerinin öğrencilere kazandırılmasının hedeflendiği görülmüştür. Kültür ve Medeniyetimize Yön Verenler-I ve II derslerinde, dört ünite ve 61 kazanıma yer verilmiştir. Programda tasavvuf, erdem, güzel ahlak, sosyal düzen gibi konularda Türk kültürüne yön vermiş 39 önemli şahsiyete değinilmiştir. Bu çalışma, Kültür ve Medeniyetimize Yön Verenler Dersinin öğretim programının, öğrencilerin kültürel ve medeni kimliklerini güçlendirme potansiyeline sahip olduğunu ortaya koymuştur. Ancak, dersin daha da geliştirilmesi ve yaygınlaştırılması için dersin içeriğinin daha da zenginleştirilerek, öğrencilere interaktif ve katılımcı öğrenme yöntemleriyle sunulmasının yararlı olacağı düşünülmektedir.
Advantages of Laparoscopic Treatment in Hepatic Hydatid Cyst and Current Therapeutic Management
Authors: Neacsu Maria-Sabina , Nitu Teodor Stefan , Nitu Irina , Grigorescu Ana-Maria , Popescu Stere , Sarbu Vasile , Costea Daniel Ovidiu
Published: October 2024

This 7-year retrospective study presents our results on the laparoscopic treatment of hepatic hydatid cysts, with the aim of demonstrating the advantages of minimally invasive surgery, safety and efficacy of the procedure.

The study group included 33 patients, 22 female and 11 male, aged 20-74 years, who were diagnosed and subsequently underwent laparoscopic surgery.

Diagnosis was based on history, clinical examination and biological, imaging investigations (abdominal ultrasound, CT scan of the abdomen).

The results of the study reveal a female predominance, the highest number of patients was recorded between the age group 61-70 years, while the second place was occupied by the age groups 31-40 and 51-60 years. The most common symptom was abdominal pain.

The surgical procedure used was laparoscopic Lagrot partial perichystectomy. Case conversion was required in eight patients.

Based on our experience, we can state that laparoscopic surgery in the treatment of hepatic hydatid cyst is safe, effective and plays an essential role in the management of hepatic hydatid disease, with proven advantages over surgeries performed by the classical route.
Quantifying the Vices and Virtues of Snakes and Ladders Through Time
Authors: Dauenhauer Eleanor A. , Dauenhauer Paul J.
Published: October 2024

The game of Gyan Chaupar or ‘Snakes and Ladders’ exists in many forms throughout history as a board game of varying size, structure, and game elements of snakes and ladders associated with various vices and virtues inscribed within the board. Three boards were analyzed via simulation in Python, including the 1998 Milton Bradley version, the 72-square Vaisnava board, and the 84-square Jaina board, with the goal of understanding the relationships between board design and associated behaviors and spiritual concepts. Game play on each board was simulated 100,000 times with variations that included individual removal of a snake or ladder, thereby quantifying the importance of that element towards achieving victory. Comparison of the weighted importance of each game element and associated vice and virtue permitted quantification of their importance for the game designer and their associated culture, with each game board component being assigned a contribution towards victory. Historical values inscribed within the class of Gyan Chaupar games were interpreted quantitatively via simulation allowing for comparison of different variations of the game and their associated cultures in different locations and time. The hypothesis that game element contribution towards victory could not be assessed by players a priori via element board length was supported by simulation data that identified many snakes and ladder game elements whose importance towards victory deviated significantly from proportionality with their game element length.
Nigerian Military and Counterinsurgency Operations in Northeast Nigeria: An Assessment
Authors: Udeh Chinedu Simplicius
Published: October 2024

Povzetek

Prispevek analizira dolgotrajne operacije nigerijskih oboroženih sil proti terorističnim in uporniškim skupinam, kot sta Boko Haram in Zahodnoafriška provinca Islamske države. Nigerijske oborožene (AFN) sile so v boju proti tem grožnjam uporabljale tako kinetične kot nekinetične ukrepe, vendar kljub njihovim prizadevanjem in uspehom negotovost še naprej ogroža vzpostavitev miru v državi. V tem prispevku, ki temelji na pregledu dokumentov in terenski raziskavi, so analizirani izzivi, s katerimi se spoprijemajo AFN, med drugim neustrezno orožje in oprema, vprašanja človekovih pravic, posttravmatske stresne motnje in slaba sinergija med agencijami. Za reševanje nastale situacije je v članku predstavljenih nekaj predlogov, kako bi se tem izzivom lahko izognili.
Avoiding a ‘Digital 7 October’: a study on cyberwarfare against Israel during the October 2023 war
Authors: Pavel Tal
Published: October 2024

Povzetek

Palestinska militantna skupina Hamas je 7. oktobra 2023 začela obsežno skupno ofenzivo proti Izraelu. Hkrati s kinetičnimi napadi so različni povzročitelji kibernetskih groženj, ki jih pripisujejo Hamasu, Hezbolahu, Iranu in Rusiji, sprožili kibernetske napade na izraelske informacijske sisteme v komercialnem, industrijskem in vladnem sektorju. Ta prispevek analizira te kibernetske napade in izraelske protiukrepe na področju kibernetske varnosti. Čeprav je Izrael sicer vzdržal napad kibernetskega napadalca »digitalni 7. oktober«, ključne ugotovitve kažejo na to, da lahko tovrstni napadi znatno vplivajo na različne institucije in jim povzročijo škodo ter da je treba tako v Izraelu kot po svetu temeljito spremeniti opredelitev kibernetske obrambe in odpornosti, zlasti kar zadeva civilno družbo in infrastrukturo.
Analysis of workplace well-being of Slovakian employees during a crisis
Authors: Karácsony Péter , Czókolyová Angelika , Mura Ladislav , Streimikis Justas
Published: October 2024

The economic crisis of recent years has had a significant impact on the well-being of employees at work. The coronavirus that appeared in 2019 and the economic crisis have become one of the most powerful influencing factors in terms of workplace well-being. The actuality of the topic is given by the fact that the effects caused by the coronavirus crisis have still left a noticeable impact in many areas of working life. The primary goal of the study was to analyse the workplace well-being in Slovakian small and medium-sized enterprises. The methodology of the research was a questionnaire survey, interviewing a total of 772 employees in 2023. According to the research hypothesis, a significant correlation can be shown between workplace anxiety, nervousness, and sadness (negative emotions) and the achievement of workplace well-being. The obtained results support the correctness of the hypothesis that there is a significant correlation between the prevalence of negative emotions and the achievement of well-being at work. The results also showed how the order of the elements of the negative emotional factor affects the achievement of well-being at work: first of all, sadness at work, then anxiety at work, and finally nervousness at work, had an impact on the development of job satisfaction.
Sports event quality and athlete’s behavioural intentions at the World Wrestling Championship
Authors: Matić Radenko M. , Todorović Nikola , Milovanović Ivana M. , Štajer Valdemar , Banjac Brigita , Popović Stevo , Manojlović Marko
Published: October 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic caused unpredictable times and led to changes in tourism, sporting society, and events organisations. Sports events were postponed or cancelled. Indeed, there was a need to reconstruct the event circumstances for safety reasons. Therefore, this study aimed to provide insights into relationships between sports event quality, satisfaction, and behavioural intentions (repeated destination visits, positive word-of-mouth communication) during the implementation of COVID-19 security risk measures. The sample included 150 athletes from the U23 World Wrestling Championship organised in Belgrade, Serbia, in 2021. The sport event quality, satisfaction, and behavioral intentions were measured with a questionnaire. The proposed model was assessed using a confirmatory factor analysis with structural equation modeling using Smart PLS, SPSS, and AMOS. Results revealed a significant direct effect of the sport event quality (core dimension) and an indirect effect across satisfaction (tangibles and COVID-19 risk measures) on the athletes’ behavioural intentions. As wrestlers lived in a „bubble” and competed without spectators during the competition, it is not a surprise that the core dimension of service quality, including the competition itself, the opening ceremony, organisation, time schedule, medal ceremonies, and the total quality of the event, has a significant impact for wrestlers’ likelihood of coming back to the city or the country and to recommend the destination to others. Thisstudy contributes to advancing the general scientific knowledge concerning understanding sports events from the aspect of sports tourism and event organisation, especially in the post-COVID-19 era.
Analysing the impact of the biomass sector on economic growth in Romania using econometric modelling
Authors: Busu Cristian , Busu Mihail , Goia Simona , Nedelcu Catalina Alexandra
Published: October 2024

The growing importance of sustainable energy sources, driven by environmental concerns and energy security, has led to increased interest in the biomass sector's impact on economic growth. This study employs multiple linear regression analysis to examine how the biomass sector influences Romania's economic landscape. The aim of this research is to unravel the sector's dynamics, understanding its contribution to the national economy, and exploring its potential in advancing sustainable development objectives. A comprehensive literature review delves into past studies probing the relationship between the biomass sector and economic growth, with an emphasis on the Romanian context. Key economic indicators and variables are identified and included in the regression model. The empirical analysis is based on data obtained from various sources, allowing for a robust examination, and the results of the multiple linear regression analysis reveal significant insights into the dynamics of the biomass sector's impact on economic growth in Romania. Furthermore, potential confounding factors are considered, and their influence on the findings is discussed. The paper also includes a stakeholder analysis for using black pellets as the biomass option of choice in the energy sector. Contributing to existing knowledge, the research sheds light on Romania’s biomass sector specific context, while discussing practical and policy implications, and offering guidance to stakeholders and policymakers in sustainable energy and economic development. Emphasising the pivotal role of biomass in economic growth, the study underscores the need for informed decision making and policy development to nurture this sector in Romania.
Determinants of mobile stock investment application adoption and its impact on intention to recommend the applications in emerging countries: a case study of Indonesia
Authors: Sembel Jacquelinda Sandra , Widjaja Anton Wachidin , Antonio Ferdi
Published: October 2024

Commonly used research models analysing technological adoption, such as the Technology Adoption Model, Theory of Planned Behaviour, and Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology, mostly emphasise technology-related variables. In the context of mobile stock investment application adoption, this study extends the existing technological adoption models by adding digital financial service-related variables. The purpose of this study is to investigate the main determinants of mobile stock investment application adoption in emerging countries, specifically in Indonesia. The study deployed a quantitative type of research with an online survey questionnaire by recruiting 256 respondents of stock investors who have used mobile applications for a minimum of one year. Data was analysed using partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) with advanced analysis tests. The results confirm the significant influence of performance expectancy, finfluencers, perceived financial risks, perceived financial benefits, perceived technology security, financial literacy, and e-reputation on adoption behaviour. The results also find a significant influence of adoption behaviour on the intention to recommend. Meanwhile, effort expectancy and facilitating conditions were insignificant toward adoption behaviour. These findings signify that the comprehensive research model could contribute to enriching studies on adoption of the mobile technology by extending TPB and UTAUT with specific variables related to stock investment and its impact on the intention to recommend the applications. Finally, the implications of the proposed new model for future research and FinTech practice are discussed.
Herausforderungen einer neuen Sicherheitslage für Deutschland – eine finanzwissenschaftliche Perspektive
Authors: Konrad Kai A. , Thum Marcel
Published: October 2024

This article addresses the challenges of the new security situation that Germany faces against the background of current geopolitical conflicts and the potential weakening of US security guarantees for Europe. The article counteracts the widespread idea that more money and more soldiers are necessary and automatically lead to an increase in military power. Instead, the article argue that the financial resources spent on the military sector need to be used more efficiently. The article discusses reform options that concern different fields, e.g. the organisation of military defence in Europe, the procurement of military equipment and the recruiting of soldiers.
Expertenkommission Forschung und Innovation: Synergieeffekte zwischen ziviler und militärischer Forschung klug nutzen
Authors: Bertschek Irene , Bünstorf Guido , Cantner Uwe , Häussler Carolin , Schmidt Christoph M. , Welter Friederike , Dauchert Helge , Requate Till
Published: October 2024

To synergise civil and military research, their separation should be abandoned and the so-called ‘civil clauses’ still enshrined in the statutes of many German universities should be reconsidered. Together with its European partners, the German government should establish joint development and procurement processes for the military. Key technologies must be systematically identified and promoted in order to avoid unilateral dependencies in these technology areas that could weaken military security. In order to counter the lack of skilled personnel, the Bundeswehr should train soldiers in such a way that they can use the knowledge they have acquired during their military service in civilian life.
A STUDY OF THE SELF-ESTEEM LEVEL OF ADOLESCENTS WITH A TENDENCY TO SWEAR
Authors:   Tula State Lev Tolstoy Pedagogical University, Kulikova T.I.
Published: October 2024

The relevance is justified by the growing level of complaints from teachers and parents about the too active use of obscene language in the speech of teenagers, which negatively affects the process of building a dialogue and the child's sense of permissiveness. The use of obscene language in the speech of a teenager helps them feel more confident, since, in their opinion, making them involved in the world of adults, rises above other peers. It is in adolescence that the problem and timely prevention of obscene language is the most pressing topic, since at this stage of age development there are constant qualitative changes that manifest themselves with puberty and the transition to adulthood. The purpose of the study: to theoretically and empirically study the self-esteem of adolescents with a tendency to obscene language and to offer psychological and pedagogical correction of self-esteem and the formation of a negative attitude of adolescents to obscene language. To study the level of self-esteem of a teenager with a tendency to swear at the ascertaining stage of the empirical study, the following diagnostic material was used: the method “Determining the level of self-esteem” (S. V. Kovalev) – goal: studying the level of self-esteem of a teenager; the method of diagnosing interpersonal and intergroup relations “Sociometry” (J. Moreno) – goal: diagnosing emotional connections between group members; the questionnaire “Foul language in my life” – goal: a reason for studying the use of foul language among teenagers and attitudes towards it. Based on the conclusion of diagnostic data on the level of self-esteem of teenagers with a tendency to swear, a program of psychological and pedagogical correction of self-esteem and the formation of a negative attitude of teenagers towards foul language was developed.
PEDAGOGICAL TECHNOLOGY OF CADETS CRITICAL THINKING FORMATION IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES AT A MILITARY UNIVERSITY
Authors:   Military educational and scientific center of the Air Force “Air Force academy named after professor N.E. Zhukovsky and Yu.A. Gagarin”, Bokova M.M. , Volynkina N.V. ,   Military educational and scientific center of the Air Force “Air Force academy named after professor N.E. Zhukovsky and Yu.A. Gagarin”
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the theoretical and methodological substantiation of the structure and content of pedagogical technology for the formation of critical thinking in foreign language classes at a military university. For this purpose, an analysis of scientific literature was carried out, the structural and content characteristics of pedagogical technology were identified, the structural and content composition of the pedagogical technology for the formation of cadets critical thinking in the process of learning a foreign language was determined, and on the basis of this, a pedagogical technology was developed that increases the effectiveness of the formation of cadets critical thinking in foreign language classes language. Pedagogical technology is considered as a multidimensional, ordered system of means of the pedagogical process, based on a scientific basis, implemented within a given chronotope and leading to the achievement of the planned result. Attention is focused on the main criteria of pedagogical technology: scientific, systematic, structured and procedural. The main components of pedagogical technology and their content are determined. The conceptual component of pedagogical technology defines its main idea, patterns, methodological approaches (systemic, personality-creating, competency-based, technological and communicative), principles (systematic and consistent, subjectivity, problematic, reflexive, situational), philosophical, psychological, didactic and social and pedagogical rationale for achieving educational goals. It was revealed that the content component includes a diagnosable goal, objectives of pedagogical technology, the volume and thematic content of the program for the formation of cadets critical thinking in foreign language classes at a military university. The procedural component is considered, revealing the essence, structure, algorithm, requirements and methodological conditions for organizing the educational process. The following methods have been identified to implement the technology: brainstorming, problem-based learning, TRIZ techniques, POPS formula, case method, discussion, foresight session, business game. During the study, diagnostics of the process of the technology under consideration was determined, including criteria, indicators, levels of formation, and diagnostic tools. As a result of the study, it is concluded that the effective functioning of this technology will help improve the quality of formation of cadets critical thinking in the process of learning a foreign language
Sense of Belonging in Engineering - a Survey of Engineering Students at a Large Comprehensive Ontario University
Authors: Kristufek Leah , Mavriplis Catherine
Published: October 2024

Despite efforts to diversify the student body in engineering, the field continues to be predominantly white and male. Two surveys were developed to investigate factors that impact the sense of belonging of undergraduate and graduate engineering students. Questions were chosen to highlight implicit biases that are present in these populations with a focus on the perceptions of different genders. Other factors included year and program of study. The 10-15 minute survey received 288 undergraduate student responses and 111 graduate student responses with responses reflecting a similar ratio of men to women as the student population. The survey found that there were clear differences between men and women’s experiences as engineering students. Notably, women are more likely to think there are more challenges for women, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ+ community, illustrating that their male peers are less aware of challenges experienced by women and other minority groups.
Étude comparative des performances académiques d’étudiants exposés à une classe inversée ou traditionnelle : Partie 2 – Résultats
Authors: Terriault Patrick , Kozanitis Anastassis , Farand Patrice
Published: October 2024

The flipped classroom has been steadily gaining in popularity in recent years. The scientific literature seems to show that students generally perform better academically when exposed to a flipped classroom compared to a traditional classroom, but the methodology used in many studies raises doubts about the validity of the results obtained. The purpose of this publication is to add evidence to the scientific literature by conducting a comparative study between a control group (traditional classroom) and an experimental group (flipped classroom). The results obtained show no significant difference between the academic performance of students in the two groups. Finally, survey results suggest that students felt more competent following a lecture session in the traditional classroom, but those in the flipped classroom reported developing stronger social bonds. La classe inversée gagne sans cesse en popularité depuis quelques années. La littérature scientifique semble montrer que les étudiants obtiennent généralement de meilleurs résultats académiques lorsqu’ils sont exposés à une classe inversée comparativement à une classe traditionnelle, mais la méthodologie employée dans plusieurs études soulève des doutes en ce qui a trait à la validité des résultats obtenus. Le but de cette publication est d’alimenter la littérature scientifique de données probantes en effectuant une étude comparative entre un groupe témoin (classe traditionnelle) et un groupe expérimental (classe inversée). Les résultats obtenus ne montrent aucune différence significative entre les performances académiques des étudiants des deux groupes. Enfin, les résultats d’un sondage semblent indiquer que les étudiants se sont sentis plus compétents suite à une séance de cours magistral en classe traditionnelle, mais ceux de la classe inversée affirment avoir développé de liens sociaux plus forts.
Are we talking about the same thing? – The use of “groups” and “teams” in Canadian Engineering Education Research
Authors: Litster Gregory , Sheridan Patricia , Moore Emily
Published: October 2024

Engineering graduates must be able to work well in a team. As such, significant effort has been made to include teamwork elements in engineering curriculum (e.g., cornerstone and capstone design courses) which has resulted in several interesting research publications related to teamwork in the engineering classroom. However, the discourse that we use to describe these research outcomes has not always been clear, using words like ‘teams’ and ‘groups’ to describe similar sets of people in similar activities. In this paper, we review the proceedings from the 2018-2022 CEEA/ACEG annual conference to determine the use of these words in Canadian Engineering Education research. The quantitative and qualitative findings of this review reveal diversity in language describing collaborative efforts in the classroom. We observe that some articles use the two terms interchangeably. We conclude with some discussion about the implications for limited distinction between the words
Marking group projects in a large classroom: a case study in the Introduction to Project Management course
Authors: Pereira Estacio , Azizi Sadra , Redick Zachary , Roghangar Khatereh , Lamb Jacob
Published: October 2024

The "Introduction to Project Management" is a core online graduate course in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Calgary. During the Fall 2022 semester, 373 students enrolled in this course, and the course grade mainly depended on a group project report. The marking task was split between two Teaching Assistants (TAs), which could affect the marking consistency and fairness of grades. This study presents an approach for grade consistency in such large classrooms with multiple markers. For this, TAs and an instructor marked the same 10% of the submissions using a pre-defined rubric and discussed any differences in their marks. If there was a significant mark discrepancy, markers marked an additional few submissions and reconvened. Afterwards, the TAs marked the remaining submissions, and the final marks were validated for any remaining bias. Discussion on the implementation issues of this marking scheme can provide lessons learned for other instructors.
The Evolution of an Undergraduate Course in Engineering and Social Justice
Authors: Burke Mikhail , Weiss Peter , Ammache Fawzi , Van Beers Saskia
Published: October 2024

In recent years, core and elective engineering courses have been developed which address broader social and humanities considerations. The purpose of this Engineering & Social Justice (ESJ) course is to build an understanding of the relationships among engineering (process & outcomes) and the social, cultural, economic and environmental conditions of society. This course (in its sixth year) leverages facilitated group discussions based on materials drawn from readings, videos and case studies to frame various social concepts and how they may influence engineering (education) and vice versa. The course was framed as a humanities-oriented course designed for engineering students to take. Positive feedback previous student included students feeling like they truly had a voice in the classroom and empowered them to be able to structure and communicate their positions at the intersection of social justice. Future iterations of the course could consider more guest lecturers and multiple modalities for course engagement.
Inquiry-based learning: a student-centric approach to engaging students in sustainability and life cycle thinking
Authors: Mikhail Monika , Moresoli Christine
Published: October 2024

The increasingly volatile, complex, ambiguous and uncertain (VUCA) nature of the world has been recognized by business leaders and others. Experiential learning offers multiple opportunities for students to actively engage in their learning and spark their interest and motivation to address complex societal problems. Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) is a student-centric experiential learning method. This paper describes a proposed application of IBL based on a past incident, the collapse of a garment factory in 2013. In this proposed application, students will formulate and refine an inquiry question, and collect and analyze information focusing on the role, responsibilities and decisions made by the various stakeholders. Students will also reflect on the life cycle of a consumer product and the implications of a linear economy and supply chain perspective and their social dimensions. This analysis will be guided by the five phases of IBL. Such an approach is suitable for all types of engineering disciplines and levels.
An Immersive Hybrid Approach to Materials & Solid Mechanics Lab Activities for Undergrad Students
Authors: Gryguć Andrew , Rennick Christopher , Krauss Gordon , Bedi Sanjeev , Al-Hammoud Rania
Published: October 2024

This paper describes two institutions' efforts to provide engineering science students with experiential learning opportunities using low-cost, simple physical lab experiments and its efficacy in improving students perceived understanding levels. A Canadian university developed a "hybrid" lab activity that combined a virtual lab simulator with physical lab experiments to teach materials, solid mechanics, and instrumentation concepts in two different 2nd year undergraduate solid mechanics courses. At a small American college, students in an introduction to materials engineering course completed four individual laboratory exercises using simple and relatively inexpensive material testing setups that explored topics covered in course lectures and readings. Students learned about the behavior of engineering materials and structural analysis using low-cost materials test apparatuses for different loading modes, engaging their senses to aid their understanding. Students then constructed a virtual simulation model using Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Students at both institutions gave positive feedback and reported improved understanding of course topics. The use of low-cost experiments combined with traditional engineering labs shows promise for improving student understanding of engineering science concepts.