bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Implementasi MYOB Accounting Plus V18 dalam Pengolahan Data Akuntansi pada CV. Tiga Raya Inovasi
Authors:   Universitas Tanjungpura, Fen Ariesha
Published: November 2024

This research aims to determine the implementation of MYOB Accounting as a form of utilizing computerized accounting technology in recording and compiling financial reports for MSMEs. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with observation and interview techniques on CV. Tiga Raya Inovasi as the subject of research. The research results show that MYOB Accounting is able to produce financial reports that can be understood with a more effective and efficient work process for the company. However, several supporting factors are needed, such as awareness and ability of business actors to carry out accounting records using MYOB Accounting.
Evaluating The Quality of K-Medoids Clustering on Crime Data in Indonesia
Authors:   Universitas Malikussaleh, Retno Sujacka , Dinata Rozzi Kesuma , Hasdyna Novia ,   Universitas Islam Kebangsaan Indonesia
Published: November 2024

This study evaluates the quality of K-Medoids clustering applied to criminal incident data in Indonesia from 2000 to 2023. The analysis compares the clustering performance on both original and normalized datasets using various evaluation metrics, including the Davies-Bouldin Index (DBI), Silhouette Score (SS), Normalized Mutual Information (NMI), Adjusted Rand Index (ARI), and Calinski-Harabasz Index (CH). The findings reveal that the original dataset consistently outperforms the normalized dataset across all metrics. The optimal clustering was achieved in the seventh iteration of the original data, with the lowest DBI (0.438), the highest SS (0.683), NMI (0.916), ARI (0.984), and CHI (57.418). In contrast, the normalized data exhibited higher DBI values and, in some cases, negative Silhouette Scores, indicating less distinct clusters. These results suggest that for this dataset, K-Medoids clustering performs more effectively on the original data without normalization, providing more accurate and well-defined clusters of criminal incidents. This insight is crucial for future research and practical applications in crime data analysis, emphasizing the importance of dataset preprocessing in clustering methodologies.
Penerapan Algoritma Sorting dalam Penentuan Pekerja Pada Aplikasi Cari Kerja Oleh dan Untuk Warga Satu Kelurahan Dataran Tinggi Binjai
Authors:   Universitas Satya Terra Bhinneka, Siregar Manutur Pandapotan , Jinan Abwabul , Siagian Akbar Idaman Prince Peter S.
Published: November 2024

The current job search process often involves posting an announcement on paper or a banner on a notice board, or in front of the company’s location. Another common method is through job search applications, such as JobStreet and others. The first method has a drawback because people may not know when the job posting is published. Meanwhile, with the second method, many people hesitate to use these applications as they feel their skills may not be sufficient. To address these issues, an Android or web-based job search application is proposed to facilitate job sharing and job seeking within a nearby area, specifically within a single subdistrict. This application is targeted at individuals with a high school education level or lower, and the jobs shared are typically daily work requiring minimal skills, such as construction work, electrical repairs, gardening, cleaning, and similar tasks. A sorting algorithm will be implemented to help select the nearest and most suitable candidate for each job. To access the application, users must first register, enabling employers to post jobs and workers to find suitable positions.
La educación musical y la promoción de habilidades socioemocionales a través de la transformación de procesos pedagógicos
Authors: Jaimes Daniel Antonio Jiménez , Busto Abel López
Published: November 2024

El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo analizar, reflexionar y concebir la incidencia de la educación musical en la promoción y el desarrollo de habilidades socioemocionales con base en la transformación y búsqueda por mejorar las prácticas docentes de enseñanza-aprendizaje en la escuela. A partir de una metodología de corte cualitativo basado en la investigación acción educativa, se buscan respuestas sobre cuál es el efecto de la educación musical escolar y cómo se relaciona con el desarrollo de habilidades socioemocionales de los estudiantes de secundaria de un colegio público de Bogotá (Colombia).  Dentro de los resultados, destaca las percepciones y concepciones estudiantiles frente a la importancia de la educación socioemocional y cómo la educación musical mejora los procesos de aprendizaje y sus perspectivas de desarrollo personal. Igualmente, se reflexiona sobre la importancia de los cambios paradigmáticos y procesos pedagógicos que coadyuvan en la transformación y mejora da la práctica educativa docente y su incidencia en el desarrollo integral de los estudiantes.
Exploring health disparities: a single-institution analysis of time to diagnosis in adolescent psoriasis patients
Authors: Khadka Monica , Noel Britannia , Reid Devaun , Albers Sharon
Published: November 2024

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition with many associated co-morbidities, making timely diagnosis key in patient care. This study investigates racial, ethnic, gender, and insurance disparities in the time to diagnosis of psoriasis in adolescent patients. It is hypothesized that health disparities will lead to increased time to diagnosis in patients of color and those with no insurance or public insurance as compared to private insurance. Retrospective chart review of consecutive patients (n=83) diagnosed with psoriasis between 2012 and 2022 was conducted. The study found a considerable delay in time to diagnosis for pediatric patients, averaging 371.5 days. Females exhibited longer times to diagnosis than males. This prolonged period can lead to increased physical discomfort and a greater risk of developing complications. While no statistically significant differences were found based on race or ethnicity, patients with no insurance experienced significantly longer times to diagnosis compared to their insured counterparts. Patients with a previous misdiagnosis (i.e., eczema, fungal infection, atopic dermatitis) had significantly longer times to diagnosis as well. The fact that race and ethnicity did not significantly influence time to diagnosis suggests strides in reducing health disparities within medical institutions. However, the fact that social determinants of health significantly influenced time to diagnosis suggests that low socioeconomic status correlates to delayed diagnoses and poorer health outcomes, highlighting the need for more equitable access to timely medical care for uninsured populations. Overall, this study contributes valuable insights into health disparities affecting time to diagnosis of psoriasis in adolescent patients.
Five-year outcomes of a holistic programme for managing early chronic kidney disease in primary care
Authors: Koh Sky Wei Chee , Ang Ping Young , Wong Hung Chew , Koh Hui Qi , Zainal Nurfaziela Binti , Wong Cynthia Sze Mun
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Holistic Approach in Lowering and Tracking Chronic Kidney Disease (HALT-CKD) is a nationwide programme that was introduced in 2017 to combat CKD in Singapore. This study aims to evaluate outcomes of the HALT-CKD programme and identify factors influencing disease progression among early CKD patients.

Method: We conducted a retrospective cohort study involving adult patients aged 21 to 80 with CKD stages G1–G3A, recruited from 5 Singapore polyclinics between 2017 and 2018. The primary outcome—time to progression to advanced CKD (G3B–G5)—was tracked until March 2023, based on patients’ last known serum creatinine levels. Descriptive statistics and Cox regression were used. Patients who followed up with other institutions, were deceased or defaulted without developing (or experiencing) the outcome were censored.

Results: We studied 3800 patients (mean age: 61.9 years) for a median of 4.7 years. Among them, 12.6% developed advanced CKD despite statistically significant improvements in HbA1c, blood pressure and albuminuria levels. Increasing age, female sex, clinic, baseline creatinine, diastolic blood pressure and HbA1c significantly shortened time to CKD progression. Macro-albuminuria at baseline (hazard ratio [HR] 1.77, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.19–2.61) and at analysis (HR 2.22, 95% CI 1.55–3.19) significantly accelerated advanced CKD progression. Patients who had their angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEi)/angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) dose reduced or discontinued progressed to advanced CKD earlier (HR 1.92, 95% CI 1.50–2.45). Counselling and sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor (SGLT2i) use did not significantly delay CKD progression.

Conclusion: Maintaining optimal ACEi/ARB dosage is essential to delay CKD progression. Premature cessation or reduction of this dosage should be discouraged. Further research on counselling and SGLT2i use in early CKD is needed to address the growing burden of CKD.
Stemming the tide of chronic kidney disease: A focus on primary care prevention
Authors: Ho Sally Chih Wei , Ang Andrew Teck Wee , Tng Alvin Ren Kwang
Published: November 2024

The prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) among Singapore residents aged 18 to 74 years rose significantly from 8.8% in 2019–2020 to 13.8% in 2021–2022.1,2 Singapore ranks third globally for treated end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), with a median survival of 6 years post-dialysis.3 Diabetic nephropathy was the leading cause of stage 5 CKD, accounting for 64.6% of new dialysis patients in 2022.4 This is particularly concerning given Singapore’s rapidly ageing population and rising lifestyle-related CKD risk factors. Notably, CKD prevalence is higher among those with pre-diabetes (21.8%), diabetes mellitus (DM) (42.3%) and hypertension (24.2%) compared to those without diabetes (10%).
Legal Agreement on Supreme Court Decision Number 2992 K/Pdt/2015: Legal Issues in Capital Goods Sale and Purchase Agreements reviewed from International Civil Law
Authors: Fitri Setyo Rini  , Rina Arum Prastyanti
Published: November 2024

This study highlights the importance of understanding the dynamics of international civil law in the context of capital goods sale and purchase agreements, emphasizing the legal analysis of the Supreme Court Decision Number 2992K/Pdt/2015. In the era of globalization, capital goods sale and purchase agreements are increasingly complicated because they involve various legal systems, standards, regulations, and the process of converting foreign currency to rupiah. This study identifies various legal issues that arise in international capital goods sale and purchase agreements, such as differences in legal interpretations between countries and fluctuations in currency exchange rates. Using the normative legal method, this study analyzes how the Supreme Court applies the principles of international treaty law to address these issues. The results show that this Supreme Court Decision makes an important contribution to the development of international capital goods sale and purchase agreement law in Indonesia, especially in strengthening the rules on the use of the rupiah currency in domestic transactions. This study also emphasizes the need for clear contracts and compliance with the rule of law to prevent future disputes.
Finding the Best Methods on People Development at PT Pertamina EP – Sangatta Field
Authors:   School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Akbar Andhika Pratama , Gustomo Aurik ,   School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung
Published: November 2024

People Development is an important element for a company to survive. It’s also implemented at PT Pertamina EP, Zona 9 – Sangatta Field. It can done more effectively and efficient on the result in this research. This research aims to find the best methods in developing people competencies. Based on conceptual framework of People Development, it consists of three main pillars : People, Process, Technology. Each pillar has a specific influence and purpose in realizing an ideal people developments system. By conducting research using qualitative methods, it was found that within each pillar, a specific or main program is needed that has the most impact on the company’s progress. Mutation or job rotational replacement has a significant impact on improving company performance through the ‘People’ aspect. Talent & Matrix Development captures all employee aspirations according to each worker’s interests and talents, and determining the appropriate training according to employee needs can enhance worker competencies, thereby advancing the company.
The Importance of the Role Destination Image, Tourist Motivation to Create Return Interest
Authors:   University of Merdeka Malang, Ruhamak M. Dian , Astuti Widji ,   University of Merdeka Malang, Arifin Syaiful ,   University of Merdeka Malang
Published: November 2024

Objective study this is to describe the image of the destination, motivate tourists, and increase interest in the destination tour of Kediri Regency. Location study in tourist destinations in Kediri Regency. The data collection technique used is a questionnaire. Technique data analysis in the study uses engineering model analysis, descriptive statistics. The study found that affective, unique, and cognitive images determine destination images. Tourist motivation is determined by stress-busting / fun, novelty-seeking, achievement, and family oriented / education. Memorable tourism experience is determined by involvement, refreshment, hedonism, meaningfulness, culture and social interaction, knowledge, and novelty. The intention to revisit is determined by the willingness to invite, willingness to positive tale, willingness to prioritize the visiting destination, and willingness to visit again. The biggest contribution to the formation of intention to revisit is the willingness to invite reflected from the will to recommend to friends to visit Kediri. It is expected to support an effective and sustainable tourism development strategy for destinations that tour Kediri Regency.
Abordajes de personas con Enfermedad de Parkinson usando realidad virtual. Revisión Sistemática
Authors: Munar Rodríguez Diana Katerine , Pérez Gómez Carlos Alberto
Published: November 2024

La Enfermedad de Parkinson (EP) es una enfermedad neurodegenerativa que en función de su progresión produce alteración en las funciones motoras y cognitivas e impacta directamente sobre la independencia y calidad de vida de las personas. Existen diferentes tratamientos que varían en función de los síntomas que se pretenden impactar. Dentro de las múltiples opciones no farmacológicas actualmente se proyecta la Realidad Virtual (RV) como una estrategia eficaz que favorece tanto las funciones motoras como cognitivas y genera beneficios en la funcionalidad y el funcionamiento de la persona. Objetivo: Proponer recomendaciones basadas en evidencia a partir de una revisión de la literatura científica que permita a los Fisioterapeutas respaldar el uso de la Realidad Virtual como intervención clínica terapéutica en Colombia. Método: Para la revisión sistemática se identificaron estudios a partir de terminología MeSH. Se seleccionaron de manera primaria ensayos clínicos aleatorizados y se incluyeron además artículos de igual o superior nivel de evidencia. Resultados: Se incluyeron 23 estudios en total, los cuales cumplieron con los criterios de inclusión relacionados con el componente motor. Las investigaciones consultadas reportaron abordajes de marcha, equilibrio y postura. Los diferentes estudios combinaron realidad virtual con entrenamiento convencional, generando además mejoría en la función motora, y la calidad de vida de la persona con Parkinson. Conclusión: Emplear Realidad Virtual optimiza el tiempo de recuperación, generando motivación y estimulando el aprendizaje visual, auditivo, táctil y motor, siendo una intervención precisa que brinda efectos positivos en el paciente.
Training model for basic badminton techniques using sport integrated circuit for student athletes aged 12-15 Years
Authors: Raibowo Septian , Ilahi Bogy Restu , Yarmani Yarmani , Sapri Johanes , Pujianto Dian , Danim Sudarwan , Kristiawan Muhammad , Okilanda Ardo , Azhar Samsul , Syaputri Wuri
Published: November 2024

The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of the Sport Integrated Circuit (SIC) training model on the improvement of badminton skills by student-athletes in the age bracket of 12 and 15 years. Physical, technical, and cognitive training are combined in the SIC model, with the aim of improving performance. Qualitative descriptive with a sample of 30 students was the design adopted, where the data obtained through use of observations, semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions. The observations measured the level of participation, the skill acquisition and training intensity, while the interviews and focus group discussions gave feedback and experiences of the participants. The findings showed that key skills related to badminton were effectively improved through the SIC training model. Observations indicated that there were advancements in footwork, reaction time, and control of the shuttle, with 28 students making noticeable enhancement in the said areas. A good proportion of the participants claimed high engagement levels and satisfaction in the training, reporting improvement in performance and self-confidence. However, there were some challenges recorded: some students were unable to cope with the intensity of the training provided and more personalized instruction was required for various students. In addition, it was recommended by participants that more strategic game play scenarios could be included in the model for better preparation of athletes in competitive settings. In conclusion, the SIC training model has suitable results when oriented in enhancing badminton skills owing to its integrated nature. It is suggested that refinements that include altering the training load and reliance on one-on-one coaching as well as the use of more competitive situations be incorporated in order to improve the effectiveness of the model and match it more appropriately to the demands of younger sports participants.
Efectividad de la manipulación vertebral combinada con otras intervenciones de fisioterapia en pacientes con dolor lumbar inespecífico: un ensayo clínico aleatorizado
Authors: Astudillo Ganora Ignacio , Escolar Reina Maria Pilar
Published: November 2024

El dolor lumbar es un síntoma muy común en la mayoría de los países a nivel mundial y afecta a poblaciones de todas las edades, siendo la principal causa de años vividos con discapacidad. En el 85% de los casos de los dolores lumbares son de caracteres inespecíficos. El uso combinado de técnicas Fisioterapia pasivas y activas aparece como principal opción de tratamiento en la mayoría de estas guías. El objetivo principal de este estudio es determinar si combinar la manipulación espinal con ejercicios lumbares incrementa a corto plazo más la funcionalidad de los pacientes con dolor lumbar inespecífico atendidos en un programa de Fisioterapia que combinarla con ejercicios respiratorios u otra técnica pasiva como el vendaje elástico. Se realizo un ensayo clínico aleatorizado simple ciego, con tres grupos de tratamiento combinando manipulación vertebral más otra técnica fisioterapéutica. La población inicial del estudio fue de 106 personas diagnósticas de lumbalgia inespecífica de más de tres meses de evolución. Entre ellos hubo 53 mujeres y 53 hombres. Se observo que existe cambios significativos al mes de seguimiento en el grupo de manipulación vertebral más ejercicios de tronco con una disminución significativa en la discapacidad medida con la escala Oswestry. Los programas de fisioterapia para el dolor lumbar que combinan la manipulación espinal bien con ejercicio terapéutico lumbar o bien con vendaje elástico consiguen mejoras similares en la funcionalidad, pero los primeros mejoran más su funcionalidad al mes del seguimiento.
How do university students appraise telesimulation? Cross-sectional study
Authors: Bascour-Sandoval Claudio , Lacoste-Abarzúa Claudia
Published: November 2024

La pandemia de COVID-19 llevo a las universidades a implementar estrategias como la telesimulación. No obstante, la opinión de los estudiantes respecto a esta estrategia ha sido escasamente explorada. El objetivo del presente estudio fue analizar el grado de satisfacción de los estudiantes con la telesimulación. Se realizó un estudio descriptivo-analítico de corte transversal en 155 estudiantes de segundo, tercer y cuarto año de la carrera de Fisioterapia. Se midió la satisfacción de los estudiantes con una versión adaptada para telesimulación de la Encuesta de calidad y satisfacción de la simulación clínica (ECSSC) al finalizar las asignaturas dictadas a través de telesimulación. Se analizaron las diferencias según año por medio de la Prueba de Kruskal-Wallis. La mediana y el rango intercuartílico del puntaje en el ECSSC fue de 48 (43-52) para el grupo general y de 51 (46-53), 47 (43-49) y 48,5 (37-52) para los estudiantes de segundo, tercero y cuarto año respectivamente. Se evidenció mayor puntaje, es decir, mejor valoración en los estudiantes de segundo año en comparación a los de tercer año. En consecuencia, se evidenció una valoración positiva de la estrategia de telesimulación en los estudiantes en general y particularmente en los estudiantes de segundo año.
Validity and reliability of resilience measurement model for student-athletes in Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Authors: Kurniawan Faidillah , Sukamti Endang Rini , Purwanti Isti Yuni , Ningrum Novi Resmi , Kumar Rajesh
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study is to develop a valid and reliable resilience questionnaire model for student-athletes at the university level in Indonesia. It is an analytical survey with a correlational approach. The research analysis was done through Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) with the help of LISREL 8.71. The questionnaire was developed through several stages: the first stage was the study of previous research, the second stage was the focus group discussion (FGD) involving lecturers from sports coaching and sports psychology, as well as coaches from several types of sports, the third stage was data collection, the fourth stage was the report of research results. The sample participating in this study was 245 athletes (147 male and 98 female), with several characteristics (mean±SD): maximum age was 21.7±8.9, minimum age was 18.4±3.3, average age was 20.5±2.8 years, training experience was 8.3±2.1 years, experience as an athlete was 4.8±7.7 years, and experience participating in competition was 2 – 4 times a year. The results of this study produced the questionnaire that features three aspects: 1) self-regulation, 2) personal competence, and 3) acceptance of one’s self and life. The loading factor value of each item in aspect >0.5 and T-value >1.96, and the fit model criteria showed Chi Square 1811.53, RMSEA 0.06, NFI 0.92, NNFI 0.93, CFI 0.91, PGFI 0.93, AGFI 0.92 which was fit. It can be concluded that the resilience questionnaire developed for student-athletes in Indonesia proved to be valid and reliable. Thus, this questionnaire can be an effective measuring tool as well as a guide for intervention programs aimed at increasing resilience and supporting optimal student- athletes achievement in Indonesia.
“Radio.Me”: Educación Física a través del teatro físico para la promoción de la salud mental adolescente
Authors: Cappello Nicoletta , Rodriguez David , Boj Clara , Cañabate Dolors
Published: November 2024

El presente estudio aborda la importancia de conectar cuerpo y mente para mejorar la salud mental en adolescentes desde la Educación Física. El objetivo principal es presentar y analizar el impacto de la experiencia didáctica “Radio.Me”, basada en una intervención que utiliza el teatro físico y la escritura somática para promover el bienestar emocional y la creatividad corporal en estudiantes de secundaria. El estudio emplea una metodología artística y cualitativa, integrando técnicas de expresión corporal, dramatización y danza, evaluadas mediante observación participante, diarios reflexivos y entrevistas. El proyecto se desarrolló a través de la Red Planea, de Arte y Escuela, en el Instituto Bovalar de Castellón, involucrando a 6 docentes y 50 estudiantes entre 15 y 18 años. Los resultados destacan que la intervención ayudó a los adolescentes a expresar y gestionar emociones complejas, promoviendo la autorreflexión y el autoconocimiento. Además, la actividad fomentó la empatía y mejoró la convivencia entre estudiantes y docentes. El artículo concluye que la integración de prácticas artísticas en la educación física puede ser una herramienta eficaz para enfrentar los desafíos de salud mental en la adolescencia, al ofrecer un espacio donde cuerpo y mente se exploran de manera conjunta, facilitando el bienestar emocional y físico.
The development of various fields of paralympic sports: a systematic review
Authors: Fadian Ulfa Fatahara Laras , Umar Fadilah , Hidayatullah Mohammad Furqon , Riyadi Slamet
Published: November 2024

The objective of this research is to describe the evolution of financial support and infrastructure for Paralympic sport, the challenges and strategies associated with this sport, and the technological and innovative developments within it. This type of qualitative research uses a systematic literature review method. The research procedures entail the following steps: compilation of research questions, conducting literature searches through the Scopus database with the help of the Publish or Perish application and Mendeley Desktop with Boolean keywords, screening, and coding selected articles, analyzing and synthesizing selected articles, conducting quality control, namely selected and feasible articles, compiling discussions, looking at the validity and reliability of the data, namely bias correction if less than 20 articles are found, the data will be corrected for bias. The findings of the systematic literature review indicated that: (1) Financial support and infrastructure: interesting studies have found that athletes with disabilities have faced inadequate infrastructure to balance training and work due to insufficient salaries and constraints on transportation aspects; (2) The challenges and strategies employed to address the complexity of issues such as budget constraints, decentralized experience, and personal life. Athletes must be able to communicate effectively, develop detailed plans, create contingency plans, and manage specific expectations. They must also be able to understand the specific roles and boundaries of their coaches and colleagues. Finally, they must be able to trust their coaches; (3) Technology and innovation: A qualitative analysis of the ergonomic aspects of a tool may be considered a contributing factor to the success of wheelchair racing, as evidenced by the analysis of wheel type, rim diameter, and wheel size. The research findings indicated that financial and infrastructural support increased in line with the development and profile of the sport, which in turn led to an increase in funding for the Paralympics. Besides that, technological advancement and innovative approaches have also been employed to enhance the ergonomics of a tool, develop the eHealth concept for the collection of injury reporting data, and conduct fitness analysis that benefits athletes with disabilities.
A RESPONSABILIDADE CIVIL DA ADMINISTRAÇÃO TRIBUTÁRIA PORTUGUESA ENTRE O “PLENISMO” E O “ATOMISMO”
Authors: Pedro Ricardo
Published: November 2024

O presente artigo trata do regime geral de responsabilidade civil da administração tributária, assim como dos principais regimes especiais de indemnização de danos causados por este setor particular da administração pública. A partir da análise da atividade tributária sobre que incidem os regimes especiais de indemnização de danos, com destaque para a atividade de tributação, explora-se a ideia de esta atividade, dada a sua especial potencialidade de lesão e de modo a assegurar a garantia constitucional de uma justa reparação, revindicar um regime geral de responsabilidade civil por factos ilícitos sem que se deva atender ao requisito indemnizatório culpa.
DEVOLUÇÃO PERSONALIZADA DO IBS E DA CBS E REGRESSIVIDADE TRIBUTÁRIA NO BRASIL: ANÁLISE CRÍTICA
Authors: Holanda González Thiago
Published: November 2024

O artigo tem por objetivo analisar criticamente a devolução personalizada do IBS e da CBS à luz regressividade da matriz tributária brasileira, de modo a identificar virtudes e limitações da proposta de cashback da reforma tributária do consumo como instrumento de política fiscal. O estudo emprega metodologia de revisão bibliográfica e documental, com referências à literatura nacional e internacional, à Emenda à Constituição n. 132/2023 e ao PLP n. 68/2024, em tramitação no Congresso Nacional. A reflexão crítica passa por três pontos principais: a possibilidade de a devolução personalizada reduzir significativamente a regressividade tributária, a vedação ao cashback no consumo de bens sujeitos ao Imposto Seletivo e a compatibilização do programa com as distintas capacidades de financiamento e as diferentes realidades socioeconômicas de Estados e Municípios. Espera-se incentivar a comunidade acadêmica e os formuladores da política fiscal a identificar possíveis problemas e a aprimorar as iniciativas legislativas para dotar a matriz tributária brasileira de justiça fiscal.
Light and Radio Radiations from a Moving Charged Particle
Authors:   U.M.Y. University, Katsina, Nigeria, D Abdullahi Musa
Published: November 2024

Two types of electromagnetic radiation are identified: light radiation and radio radiation. Light radiation is due to aberration of electric field in the motion of a charged particle in an external electric field, where energy radiated, proportional to the square of amplitude of velocity, is the difference between change in potential energy and change in kinetic energy. This is so with electrons revolving in the electric field of the nucleus of an atom. Radio radiation, due to finite speed of light, whereby an oscillating charged particle generates a magnetic field in phase with an electric field, at a point in space, resulting in generation of energy, proportional to the square of amplitude of acceleration, as from a radio antenna. The electric field in the Poynting vector is the sum of external accelerating field and internal induction field due to acceleration of a charged particle, in accordance with Faraday’s law. The induction field also acts on the same charge creating it, to produce the inertial force, equal and opposite to the accelerating force, thereby explaining the cause of inertia. Radio radiation explains the presence of Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation as a local phenomenon from within the atoms of a body.
5. Artistic Expression and Cultural perspectives in Healthcare and Community
Authors: Loewy Joanne V. , Spintge Ralph
Published: November 2024

5. Artistic Expression and Cultural perspectives in Healthcare and Community
Health Problems and Associated influence factors among Health Care workers during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Them Seydaduong , Huang Xun , Hun Marady , Wen , Shi Wu , Liu Aizhong , Ilmiyah Surotul
Published: November 2024

Purpose: This systematic review aims to investigate the health problems and associated influence factors among HCWs during COVID-19.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted in the database of Embase, PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar between January and May 2023. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) method were used. Review Manager 5 and STATA 15.1 software were used to identify the pooled prevalence, the sensitivity analysis, and the publication bias of the outcomes. NOS was used to assess the quality appraisal of the eligible studies.
Results: A total of 6,878 participants were surveyed across the 10 studies. The studies were between March 5, 2020, and June 30, 2021. The ten eligibility studies conducted in 9 countries were included. The pooled prevalence of depression across 10 studies was 30%(95%CI: 19%-40%),  the pooled prevalence of anxiety was 35%(95%CI: 21%-48%) across 9 studies, the pooled prevalence of insomnia was 47%(95%CI: 42%, 51%) across 4 studies, the pooled prevalence of PTSD, stress, EE, DP, and a PA, was 9%(95%CI: -5%, 22%), 64%(95%CI: 60%, 67%), 34%(95%CI: -10%,69%), 17%(95%CI: 14%, 21%), 54%(95%CI: 51%, 57%), respectively across  2 studies by a random effects model. The study also identified various influential factors associated with these health problems.
Conclusion: The systematic review highlights the including depression significance of mental health, physical health problems, and other problems among HCWs during the pandemic, , anxiety, stress, PTSD, insomnia, burnout (exhaustion, DP, PA), and workload.
In Silico Studies as Support for Natural Products Research
Authors: Tessema Fekade Beshah , Asfaw Tilahun Belayneh , Tadesse Mesfin Getachew , Gonfa Yilma Hunde , Bachheti Rakesh Kumar
Published: November 2024

It can be argued that in silico studies do not receive enough attention despite being a key part of addressing the limitations of our laboratory facilities, the high cost of chemicals, and the equipment required for wet laboratory activities. Natural product studies are demanding higher costs of chemicals, reagents, and varied laboratory facilities. This becomes a serious limitation in getting data from natural product studies. In silico studies use chemical structures as inputs as well as software and online web servers to generate data to support, predict, and validate wet laboratory activities. Interaction studies use computational tools to calculate binding energies and other associated properties. Predictions are based on the structure-activity relationships derived from previously conducted preclinical and clinical studies. As a main component of in silico studies, the physicochemical and pharmacokinetic properties of small molecules can be determined using online web servers such as SwissADME and absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, and toxicity web servers. An interaction study uses molecular docking software such as AutoDock, AutoDock Vina, GOLD, and online servers such as SwissDock. Furthermore, the stabilities of complexes considered in interaction studies can be confirmed using molecular dynamics simulation software such as VMD. Prediction of activity spectra for substances (PASS) is widely used to predict biological activities for molecules based on multilevel neighborhoods of atom descriptors. In silico studies have played an important role in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and related research for screening, interaction studies, prediction, and other related purposes. Results of in silico predictions will not be far from wet lab activities as in most cases these studies consider previously attempted clinical and preclinical biological activities. Some examples are presented here to encourage the use of in silico studies.
 
Received: 15 July 2024 | Revised: 27 August 2024 | Accepted: 25 October 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
The data that support this work are available upon reasonable request to the corresponding author.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Fekade Beshah Tessema: Conceptualization, Methodology, Writing - original draft, Visualization. Tilahun Belayneh Asfaw: Validation, Writing - review & editing. Mesfin Getachew Tadesse: Resources, Visualization, Supervision. Yilma Hunde Gonfa: Validation, Writing - review & editing. Rakesh Kumar Bachheti: Resources, Visualization, Supervision.
Multifocal disseminated necrotizing leukoencephalopathy as severe central nervous system toxicity from nivolumab therapy for Hodgkin lymphoma: a case report
Authors: Algahtani Hussein , Shirah Bader , Alameen Mohamed Najm Aldeen , Saeed Abdulrahman Bin , Alqahtani Alwaleed Abdulhadi
Published: November 2024

Nivolumab, a monoclonal antibody approved in 2014 as an immune checkpoint inhibitor, offers benefits in cancer treatment but can cause serious neurological complications, including multifocal disseminated necrotizing leukoencephalopathy. We report a case of severe central nervous system toxicity in a 13-year-old boy with Hodgkin lymphoma who was treated with nivolumab following an inadequate response to multiple lines of chemotherapy. After six cycles of nivolumab, the patient developed multifocal disseminated necrotizing leukoencephalopathy, presenting with altered mental status, seizures, and neurological deficits with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings of extensive white matter involvement, rendering him completely disabled. This case highlights the potential for disabling neurological complications associated with immune checkpoint inhibitors, emphasizing the importance of early detection through regular neurological assessment and MRI surveillance. The case also underscores the need for careful patient selection and monitoring when using nivolumab to mitigate the risk of severe central nervous system toxicity.
Dynamic Capabilities and Competitive Advantage among Listed Commercial Banks in Kenya
Authors: Ombongi Getange Josphat , Mboya Millicent Atieno
Published: November 2024

Purpose: This study sought to evaluate how dynamic capabilities affect competitive advantage among listed commercial banks, in Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to ascertain how Sensing capability, learning capability, reconfiguration capability and integration capability affects competitive advantage among listed commercial banks, in Kenya.
Methodology: This study used Cross-Sectional Research Design since the study focused on quantitative data. The study was carried out in Kenya, covering all the 39 solvent commercial banks in Kenya (Source, CBK 2020),(as of 31st March 2024.The respondents were 1404 functional managers which comprise of five (5) from  Human Resource ,five (5) from information Technology ,Ten (10) from Sales and marketing ,five (5) from procurement, and five(5) from risk and compliance. The study used 10% of the target population as the study sample size hence the sample size was 140 respondents comprising of management employees. Data was collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25 software was used to analyze the data.
Findings: The study concludes that sensing capability has a significant effect on competitive advantage among listed commercial banks, in Kenya. In addition, the study concludes that learning capability has a significant effect on competitive advantage among listed commercial banks, in Kenya. Further, the study concludes that reconfiguration capability has a significant effect on competitive advantage among listed commercial banks, in Kenya. The study also concludes that integration capability has a significant effect on competitive advantage among listed commercial banks, in Kenya.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: Based on the findings, the study recommends that the management of commercial banks in Kenya should implement a comprehensive knowledge management system that encourages continuous professional development and collaboration among employees. By establishing structured training programs, mentorship initiatives, and cross-departmental knowledge sharing, banks can foster a culture of innovation and adaptability.
Strategic Collaborations and Performance of Oil Marketing Firms in Kenya
Authors: Mtange Humphrey Mdangaya , Deya Jared
Published: November 2024

Purpose: Little attention has been paid to the effect of strategic collaboration on performance of oil marketing firms in Kenya. As a result, it is vital to investigate the effect of strategic collaboration on performance of oil marketing firms in Kenya. The study's particular aim was to investigate the impact of strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions, franchising, and joint ventures on performance of oil marketing firms in Kenya. Four theoretical reviews are included in this research paper: Resource Based Theory, Transaction Cost Theory, Trust Theory and Dynamic Capability Theory.
Methodology: Using descriptive research approaches, this study evaluated the data and offered findings. Over a certain time period, data was collected from oil marketing firms in Kenya. The research relied on primary data gathered via structured questionnaires as well as secondary data. The study's target population was Kenya's oil marketing firms in Kenya. The study also used stratified random sampling. The study's data was collected using Google forms and sent through email. The questionnaire data was sorted, classified, and analyzed using Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS).
Findings: finding demonstrate that savvy partnerships among Kenyan oil marketers improve performance. Businesses appreciate shared storage, cooperative networks, and specialized service sharing for increasing operational efficiency and competitiveness. Statistical analysis reveals that these partnerships influence company performance, accounting for 81.5% of the variance, with a strong correlation coefficient (R = 0.903) and a substantial ANOVA F-value.
Unique contribution to theory, Policy and Publication: To obtain additional information and draw meaningful conclusions about the variables of interest, descriptive studies was conducted where survey was used to provide a snapshot of the population. Tables was used to display the data. This study will be useful to academics and researchers in finance and economics.
Evaluasi Sistem Drainase Pada Empat Cluster Di Perumahan Citra Indah City, Jonggol Kabupaten Bogor
Authors: Hidyata Surya , Putra Fisika Prasetyo
Published: November 2024

Perumahan Citra Indah City terletak di bagian timur Cibubur, Jonggol, Kabupaten Bogor. Di dalamnya terdapat beberapa cluster seperti Anggsana, Wijaya Kusuma, Cendana, dan Widelia. Wilayah perumahan ini terletak di dataran berbukit di bagian selatan, dengan ketinggian sekitar 200 - 300 meter di atas permukaan laut. Namun, saat hujan lebat, sering terjadi genangan air di perumahan ini karena saluran drainase tidak bisa menampung air hujan dengan baik. Genangan air ini mengganggu penghuni dan mobilitas di area perumahan. Evaluasi kapasitas drainase memerlukan data primer dan data sekunder. Data primer diperoleh dengan survei lapangan, sementara data sekunder didapat dari Ciputra Group, termasuk informasi dimensi saluran dan data curah hujan dari stasiun hujan Citeko. Dengan data ini, analisis hidrologi dan hidrolika dilakukan untuk menentukan debit banjir rencana dan dimensi saluran yang sesuai. Tujuannya adalah agar sistem drainase berfungsi baik, menghindari limpasan air, dan mengurangi genangan di wilayah tersebut. Dalam evaluasi kapasitas drainase, dilakukan dua analisis utama, yaitu analisis hidrologi dan analisis hidrolika. Analisis hidrologi menentukan debit banjir rencana, sementara analisis hidrolika menentukan ukuran saluran yang pas untuk debit banjir tersebut. Agar drainase berfungsi baik dan tidak ada genangan, penting bahwa debit hidrologi (Qhidrologi) lebih kecil daripada debit hidrolika (Qhidrolika). Dengan memastikan ini, saluran drainase dapat menampung debit banjir rencana tanpa masalah genangan atau limpasan air. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan curah hujan rencana untuk periode 2, 5, dan 10 tahun adalah 114,93 mm, 150,69 mm, dan 172,44 mm. Debit banjir rencana saluran utama cluster Angsana 0,015 m3/s. Debit banjir rencana saluran utama cluster Wijaya Kusuma 0,015 m3/s. Debit banjir rencana saluran utama cluster Cendana 0,016 m3/s. Debit banjir rencana saluran utama cluster Widelia 0,016 m3/s. Dimensi saluran utama Anggsana, Wijaya Kusuma, Cendana, Widelia adalah 0,4×0,4 m. Selain itu, diperoleh juga nilai maksimum debit banjir rencana untuk kala ulang 2 tahun sebesar 0,0186 m3/detik, kala ulang 5 tahun sebesar 0,0185 m3/detik, dan kala ulang 10 tahun sebesar 0,0185 m3/detik. Untuk menangani saluran yang tidak dapat menampung debit banjir rencana, perlu dilakukan normalisasi saluran menggunakan U Ditch dengan anggaran sebesar Rp 3,771,475,400.18.
The first records of Promyialges italicus and Myialges anchora (Acariformes: Epidermoptidae) in Slovakia with new hosts
Authors: Hromada Martin , Jusková Slavomíra , Mlynárová Laura , Oboňa Jozef
Published: November 2024

Epidermoptidae (Acariformes: Astigmata) are permanent ectoparasites of birds; representatives of some genera have evolved phoretic associations with louse flies (Hippoboscidae). Moreover, mites of some genera hyperparasitise their phoretic carriers, using them for oviposition and in some cases for feeding. In the course of research focused on bird migrations and avian ectoparasites carried out in Eastern Slovakia in 2022 and 2023, we collected 76 hippoboscid flies of 7 species from 71 birds of 20 species; of these flies, 6 individuals (8 %) were parasitised by epidermoptid mites. Promyialges italicus Faradonbeh et al., 2019 was found on the wings of Ornithomya avicularia (Linnaeus, 1758) and O. biloba Dufour, 1827, both from barn swallow, Hirundo rustica Linnaeus, 1758. Myialges anchora Sergent and Trouessart, 1907 was found on the abdomens of louse flies of three species: Ornithoica turdi (Olivier in Latreille, 1811), Ornithomya fringillina Curtis, 1836, and O. avicularia (Linnaeus, 1758) from the three different avian hosts: Lanius collurio Linnaeus, 1758, Acrocephalus arundinaceus (Linnaeus, 1758), and Turdus merula Linnaeus, 1758, respectively. Promyialges italicus has been recorded on a host other than Pseudolynchia canariensis (Macquart in Webb and Berthelot, 1839) for the first time. Neither species of this mite has been reported in Slovakia.
Estrategias de mercadeo para mejorar la imagen del Centro Regional Universitario de Panamá Oeste
Authors: Aponte Jorge Omar
Published: November 2024

Este trabajo presenta un conjunto de estrategias de mercadeo diseñadas para el Centro Regional Universitario de Panamá Oeste (CRUPO), basadas en una investigación que revela un desconocimiento generalizado sobre la oferta académica de la institución. Los resultados obtenidos a través de una encuesta aplicada en colegios de La Chorrera evidencian la necesidad de implementar acciones concretas para dar a conocer las carreras disponibles y sus beneficios. Las estrategias propuestas buscan posicionar al CRUPO como una opción atractiva para los estudiantes de la región, contribuyendo así a su desarrollo académico y profesional.
En este estudio se empleó un diseño de investigación descriptivo, con el objetivo de conocer el nivel de conocimiento de los estudiantes de premedia y media de La Chorrera sobre la oferta académica del CRUPO. Se utilizó una encuesta como instrumento de recolección de datos, la cual fue aplicada a una muestra de 100 estudiantes seleccionados de forma aleatoria y estratificada en diferentes colegios del distrito y a 40 docentes del CRUPO
 
Los resultados de la encuesta revelaron un bajo nivel de conocimiento entre los estudiantes sobre las carreras ofrecidas por el CRUPO. El 34% de los encuestados no conocía ninguna de las carreras disponibles por lo que se matricularían en centros de estudios que “ofrezcan mejores carreras”. Además, el 95% de los docentes del CRUPO señalaron que es necesario llevar a cabo acciones tendientes a mejorar la imagen de esta unidad académica.
El desconocimiento de la oferta académica del CRUPO representa un obstáculo significativo para el crecimiento de la institución. Los resultados de este estudio enfatizan la necesidad de implementar estrategias de marketing efectivas para dar a conocer las carreras disponibles y sus beneficios.