bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Coastal Processes and Longshore Sediment Transport along Zemmouri Bay, Central East Coast of Algeria
Authors: Mezouar Khoudir , Ciortan Romeo 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The coastline of Zemmouri Bay on the northeast coast of Algeria with about 50 km of shoreline has been eroding since 1970. Changes of the sandy shoreline are continuous and occur at diverse spatial and temporal scales. This erosion is a major crisis and it potentially impacts the coastal population and natural environment. In order to understand and predict these morphological changes, an accurate description of sediment transport by waves and currents and shoreline change is important. This paper presents a comprehensive study of wave refraction, current-driven sediment transport and shoreline change. Results show that the study area exhibits a great variety of shoreline evolution trends, with erosion prevailing in the eastern and central sectors and stability or even accretion in the Western area.
Integrated Management - a Basic Component for Building a Quality System in Construction
Authors: Nicolae Postavaru , Gabriela Draghici , Michelle Boiagian Harry 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
From ancient times, mankind needed organization and coordination to be able to carry out its projects. Thus, over time, as requirements grew larger, it naturally emerged the necessity, development and improvement, of the skills of manager, coordinator, of a project team.
The paper develops the integrated management concept and tries to apply it for quality system management in construction.
This paper uses the method of the synthesis of the studied documents to demonstrate the necessity to implement integrated management.
Projects to Reduce the Coastal Erosion of the Romanian Black Sea Area
Authors: Stan Mari-Isabella , Aivaz Kamer-Ainur , Ionițiu Ionela 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The entire Romanian Black Sea coastline is subject to erosion under the conditions of coastal dynamics changing. The problem the Romanian coastal area is facing is the accelerated number of conflicts between coastal development and coastal erosion. The purpose of this article is to present the projects realized and proposed for the protection and rehabilitation of the Romanian coastal area. The implementation of projects from non-reimbursable European funds to reduce erosion in the coastal area of the Romanian Black Sea coast aims to protect and improve the quality of the environment and the standard of living.
Why Micro and Small Family Enterprises Do Not Borrow from Microcredit Institutions? A Case Study in East Java, Indonesia
Authors: Augendra Bhukuth , Bernard Terrany , Ani Wulandari 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
It is assumed that MSMEs growth is limited due to lack of access to the financial markets, therefore MFIs play a role to refine such market imperfection. This paper aims to examine this assumption. A qualitative approach is used to obtain information from MSMEs and MFIs. Eight enterprises and three MFIs; two of them are cooperatives and one government microfinance agency are studied. There is a high demand for credit whereas not all the demand is satisfied mainly those family businesses involved in the informal sector. The main findings exhibit that even when MFIs credit is at disposal, formal and informal MSMEs prefer to draw a loan from Informal Financial Institutions (IFIs) because the market is more flexible than the MFIs which embrace the same strategies as commercial banks.
Dimensions of National Culture – Cross-cultural Theories
Authors: Carolina Țîmbalari 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Over the past three decades, after Hofstede presented his proposal about cultural differences, many authors have presented their dimensions of national culture. The aim of this article is to give a synthesis of the proposal from significant authors and show a set of models of cultural dimensions based on theoretical and pragmatic analysis such as models of Hofstede, Trompenaars, GLOBE, Inglehart, Schartz. Also, examples used in this paper help more to understand the importance of research national culture.
Good Practices for Improving Promotion and Sales for Romanian Ecological Agricultural Products
Authors: Hanganu Irina , Fleşeriu Cristina 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Nowadays, life is an uninterrupted discovery. The consumers tend to have a healthier lifestyle, with a diet that has optimal nutritional values, to maintain their health, in harmony with the nature and the environment. Thus, marketing is selling dreams, impressions, perceptions, creating the opportunity to live through a unique experience, to help the customers write their own story, not just to satisfy them. The main objective of this research is to find ways to support promotion and sales of ecological producers in agriculture. Producers offer high quality products, with no artificial additives and contribute to the protection of the biodiversity and the environment, and implicitly of our health. The exploratory research represents the main purpose of this paper. Starting from the analysis of the literature review related with ecological agricultural market, the evolution of the customer’s behavior and the identification of the components of the promotional mix, an overview is established. The in depth interviews and the analysis of international models show that informing the producers regarding the consumer’s dynamic needs (product diversity and freshness, adaptability to the market demand, online orders, home delivery, the client feedback, the possibility to return goods, to process their own products etc.), openness to associations and collaborations on horizontal and vertical axes, communication and information campaigns, the multi-functionality of farms, proactive promoting, creating a cluster structure are among the key factors to improve sales and promotion.
Trade-Off Between Liquidity and Profitability: An Empirical Study of Pharmaceutical Sector in the Republic of North Macedonia
Authors: Hristova Snezhana , Stevcevska-Srbinoska Dusica , Mileva Ivona , Zafirova Angela 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The relationship between liquidity and profitability is one of the most interesting topics in the corporate finance research. Having in mind that the pharmaceutical industry is one of the most competitive sectors globally and that its substantial investments in research and development make this industry a key asset for a country’s economic well-being, this paper examines the liquidity-profitability trade off in pharmaceutical sector of RNM. The empirical research engages the secondary annual financial report data of the two pharmaceutical companies listed on Macedonian Stock Exchange (MSE) over the period from 2006-2016. Current ratio (CR), quick ratio (QR) and cash ratio (CAR) were used as measures of liquidity while return on assets (ROA) and return on equity (ROE) were used to measure profitability as a dependent variable. The statistical tests used to evaluate the effects of liquidity on profitability involved descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis. The findings suggest that there is no significant relationship between profitability and liquidity determinants of the listed North Macedonian pharmaceutical firms. Regarding practical implications, these findings can help managers overcome dilemmas with respect to the liquidity and profitability tradeoff. Furthermore, this study contributes to the existing research base in this field and represents one of the pioneer attempts in the case of RNM. The results gained from the research are very important for companies themselves, but they can also serve as a starting point for future research to eliminate financial and other corporate issues related to the relationship between profitability and liquidity determinants.
The Interpretation of Industry 4.0 by Hungarian Technology-Oriented Startups
Authors: Halmosi Peter 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Technology-oriented startups are valued participants of the economy in the 21st century. By inventing and bringing new technologies to the market, this sector supports not only the growth of competitiveness in the corporate sector but that of the standard of living as well. These companies reinterpret the meaning of enterprise by building new functional business strategies, collaborations and business models. As of changing production sequences, conditions of business activity will change together. In the near future, not only the activity of organisations but of technology and business platforms, networks shall be controlled and developed along the value production chain. As attitude to customers will undergo serious changes, the meaning of team working will also be reinterpreted. The carrier of changes will be the Industry 4.0 framework. Due to this, information technology will not exclusively support business but establish new business value by utilizing companies’ tools and resources. The aim of this paper is to present by a recent survey the attitude of Hungarian technology-oriented startups to the changing business environment in the era of Industry 4.0 which can already be observed in many sectors. The author of this paper believes that technology-oriented startups may take serious role in Europe to fight against low wage countries in the world.
Heavy Metal Concentration in Eight Fish Species from Epe Lagoon (Nigeria)
Authors: Taiwo Iyabode Olusola , Olopade Olaniyi Alaba , Bamidele Nathanael Akinsafe 
Published: January 2020

AbstractThis research was undertaken to find out the levels of five heavy metals (Cu, Fe, Mn, Pb, and Zn) in the muscles of eight fish species from Epe Lagoon. The levels of heavy metals were determined by atomic absorption spectrophotometry after digestion of the samples using Kjldahl heating digester. The heavy metal concentrations among the fish species were statistically dissimilar (P < 0.5). The heavy metals of Pb, Fe, and Mn were above the FAO/WHO agreeable limits for human consumption.
The Distribution of the Alien Species Penaeus aztecus Ives, 1891 (Decapoda, Penaeidae) in the Mediterranean Sea
Authors: Özcan Tahir , Ateş Abdullah Suat , Özcan Gülnaz 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
The present paper is based on the literature review and the recent information about the distribution range of the alien brown shrimp Penaeus aztecus Ives, 1891 in the Mediterranean Sea. This alien species has spread throughout the Mediterranean Sea (especially the eastern part) mainly through ship/ballast water introductions and has presently been reported by eight countries (27 localities). Introduction pathways and chronological distribution patterns of the alien brown shrimp species are discussed. Penaeus aztecus forms dense populations along the coast of the Turkish Mediterranean Sea, and it has a potential for colonising the native habitats of autochthonous species.
Using Dynamic Light Scattering for Monitoring the Size of the Suspended Particles in Wastewater
Authors: Chicea Dan , Rei Silviu Mihai 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
A coherent light scattering experiment on wastewater samples extracted from several stages of water processing within a wastewater processing plant was carried out. The samples were allowed to sediment while they were the subject of a Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) measurement. The recorded time series were processed using an Artificial Neural Network based DLS procedure to produce the average diameter of the particles in suspension. The method, using a single physical procedure for monitoring the variation of the average diameter in time, indicates the dominant type of suspensions in water.
Tanggung Jawab Perusahaan Terhadap Pemenuhan Upah Pekerja dalam Proses Pemberesan Boedel Pailit
Authors: Puspita Sari Iustika , Yunus Ahyuni 
Published: January 2020

This study aims to analyze the problems of the Company's Responsibility towards Fulfilling the Wages of Employees in the Bankruptcy Boedel Delivery Process; And to find out the factors that inhibit the prior rights of fulfilling the wages of workers in the process of bankruptcy in Boedel. The study used the Normative-Empirical Legal Research method. The Results of the Study Show That: First: The Responsibility of the Company for the Fulfillment of Workers' Rights in the Process of Bankruptcy Boedel Giving Based on the Emergence of Rights and Obligations Between Entrepreneurs and Workers Poured in Work Agreements as Strong Engagement for the Fulfillment of Rights and Obligations (Achievements ) Each Party. Legal Protection of Workers' Rights in the Process of Bankruptcy Boedel Giving Can Be Taken Through 3 (Three) Ways, Namely: 1. Strengthening the Position of the Priority Rights of the Workers / Laborers in the Law, Especially the Bank Law; Second: Factors that Inhibit the Priority Rights of Fulfillment of Workers' Rights in the Process of Bankruptcy Boedel Giving Is Weak Supervision, Absence of Sanction Enforcement and Lack of Transparency in the Process of Bankruptcy of Boedel Companies
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis permasalahan Tanggung Jawab Perusahaan Terhadap Pemenuhan Upah Pekerja Dalam Proses Pemberesan Boedel Pailit; Serta Untuk Mengetahui Faktor Yang Menghambat Hak Mendahulu Pemenuhan Upah Pekerja Dalam Proses Pemberesan Boedel Pailit. Penelitian menggunakan metode Penelitian Hukum Normatif-Empiris. Hasil Penelitian Menunjukkan Bahwa: Pertama: Tanggung Jawab Perusahaan Terhadap Pemenuhan Hak-Hak Pekerja dalam Proses Pemberesan Boedel Pailit Adalah Berdasar Pada Timbulnya Hak Dan Kewajiban Antara Pengusaha Dan Pekerja Yang Dituangkan Dalam Perjanjian Kerja Sebagai Perikatan Yang Kuat Untuk Pemenuhan Hak Dan Kewajiban (Prestasi) Masing-Masing Pihak. Perlindungan Hukum Atas Hak-Hak Pekerja (Buruh) Dalam Proses Pemberesan Boedel Pailit Dapat Ditempuh Melalui 3 (Tiga) Cara, Yakni: 1. Mempertegas Kedudukan Hak Mendahulu Pihak Pekerja/Buruh Dalam Undang-Undang, Khususnya Undang-Undang Kepailtan; Kedua: Faktor Yang Menghambat Hak Mendahulu Pemenuhan Hak-Hak Pekerja (Buruh) Dalam Proses Pemberesan Boedel Pailit Adalah Lemahnya Pengawasan, Tidak Adanya Penegakan Sanksi Serta Kurangnya Transparansi Dalam Proses Pemberesan Boedel Perusahaan Pailit.
Pembuatan Film Wisata Sebagai Media Promosi Pariwisata di Desa Rumah Galuh Kabupaten Langkat
Authors: Sinulingga Samerdanta , Pardosi Jhonson , Bangun Nur Cahaya , Siahaan Hotlan 
Published: January 2020

Film and tourism during the 4.0 industrial revolution now have a strategic positioning in attracting tourist visits. Because the film is able to exert a powerful influence on tourist visits, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy then carries out a program that closely targets millennials as a tourist market target with the slogan 'instagramable'. Herein lies the power of film in attracting tourist visits that can be a solution for all tourist areas in Indonesia, especially for Rumah Galuh Village. At the beginning of the pioneering natural tourism in this village, the film had an extraordinary impact on the number of tourist visits. In 2016 until now, the number of tourist visits has increasingly declined. Based on these problems, research on making tourist films as promotional media is expected to be a useful breakthrough. This study uses the science of phenomenology, participant observation techniques, with data analysis: (1) data reduction; (2) data presentation; and (3) drawing conclusions / verification. The making of tourism films in this study uses 2 theories, a secondary theory, namely: the theory of film making with 3 working indicators: pre-production, production and post-production of films, while the primary theory is: film theory as a tourism promotion media with 4 working indicators: color , features, properties and ratios. The results of the application of the seven working indicators of the theory produce a true tourism film as a tourism promotion media. For our next research we recommend the effect or impact caused by the tourist film on the flow of tourist visits to these tourist destinations.
Keywords: Tourism Films Making, Tourism Films as Promotional Media.
Zimmermannshandwerk vor 460 Jahren - Der Abbund eines Mehrreihen-Ständerbaus in Ramlinsburg. Schriften der Archäologie Baselland Band 53
Authors: Steinmann Jakob 
Published: January 2020

Die Baselbieter Landschaft ist reich an Gebäuden, die erst im Laufe vieler Generationen ihr heutiges Aussehen erhalten haben. Die ältesten Häuser sind im Kern 500 oder mehr Jahre alt. Dank systematischer Bauforschung wird allmählich erkennbar, wie die Menschen in früheren Jahrhunderten gelebt und die Ortschaften im Laufe der Zeit ihr Gesicht verändert haben.
Doch wie wurden diese Bauten erstellt? Wie hat man sich beispielsweise die Aufrichtung der beeindruckenden Hochstudkonstruktionen vorzustellen? In Ramlinsburg steht ein Haus, das viele dieser Fragen beantworten kann. Ein Fehler beim Abbund und die anschliessenden Korrekturen erlauben einmalige Einblicke in die faszinierende Logik und Effizienz der Zimmerleute vor 460 Jahren.
Errichtet wurde das Haus am Gassenbrunnen in den Jahren 1555/56. Konzipiert als Holzbau, besass es wohl als Konsequenz aus dem Missgeschick seit Beginn einen gemauerten Wohnteil. Dessen Aufstockung 1713–1715 und eine Erweiterung vor 1807 ermöglichten die Unterbringung zweier Wohnparteien und von Bandwebstühlen für die Posamenterei. Die Renovierung des Ökonomieteils folgte 1778/79. In dieser Form repräsentiert das Haus damit beispielhaft ein Stück Kulturgeschichte des ländlichen Baselbiets.
Profesionālā ētika un policijas operatīvā darbība: vai pastāv kompromiss?
Authors: Matvejevs Aleksandrs 
Published: January 2020

Rakstā ir aplūkotas policijas operatīvās darbības morālās un ētiskās problēmas. Pamatojoties uz publikāciju analīzi, kas veltīta morālajiem un ētiskajiem aspektiem, un policijas operatīvās darbības praksi, var secināt, ka pastāv dažādi viedokļi (arī pretēji) un morāla rakstura spriedumi par jēdzieniem “meli”, “maldināšana” un “nodevība”. Ja daži nepietiekami pieredzējuši vai nepietiekami kvalificēti kriminālpolicijas darbinieki reizēm rīkojas neētiski, tas nenozīmē, ka operatīvā darbība ir neētiska un amorāla. Atbilstīgi formālajai loģikai tiesību aktā paredzētā operatīvā darbība ir morāla jau tāpēc vien, ka tiesību akts ir visaugstākais sabiedrības morāles veids. Svarīgākais secinājums – viedoklis, ka operatīvās darbības pilnībā atbilst morāles principiem un ētikas normām, vērtējams kā pārāk vienkāršota pieeja. Tādēļ nepieciešams plašāk izpētīt operatīvās darbības morāles un ētiskos aspektus.

The article addresses moral and ethical problems of police investigative activities. Based on analysis of publications devoted to moral and ethical aspects of the legal activity and practice of the police investigation agencies’ functioning, the author has concluded that there are opposing views, opinions and moral judgments regarding such concepts as lie, deception, and betrayal. If some under-experienced or unqualified criminal police officers allow unethical behavior, this does not mean that the investigative activity is unethical and immoral. The author has concluded that, from a formal logical point of view, the operative action envisaged by the act is already moral, because the act is the highest form of public morality.
Diagnóstico e conduta no espessamento endometrial e pólipo endometrial em mulheres na pós-menopausa: Revisão Narrativa
Authors: Carvalho Aline Maria Freire , Santos Graciete Helena Nascimento dos , Carvalho Maria Tereza Freire , Dias Eduardo Moreira , Cunha Naylanny Gonçalves Torres 
Published: January 2020

Objetivo: Realizar uma revisão narrativa sobre método diagnóstico e conduta no espessamento e pólipo endometrial em mulheres na pós-menopausa. Métodos: trata-se de uma revisão de literatura narrativa conduzida nas bases de dados eletrônicas Pubmed; utilizando o termo “Endometrial polyps” (pólipos endometriais), “Endometrial thickening” (espessamento endometrial) combinado com: “Post menopausal” (Pós-menopausa) e “management” (conduta/manejo). Para a seleção e avaliação dos artigos científicos foram estabelecidos critérios como: idiomas (português, inglês), período da publicação (2010 a 2019) e correlação com o tema do estudo proposto. Inicialmente foram encontradas 825 publicações, resultando em 19 artigos selecionados com base nos critérios de elegibilidade. O estudo não necessitou passar pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa. Discussão: Estudos apontam uma tendência conservadora no manejo de pólipos endometriais assintomáticos em mulheres com baixo risco de malignização e indicação cirúrgica nas pacientes com fatores de risco, propondo o tratamento individualizado das pacientes. Conclusão: aumento da espessura endometrial em mulheres pós-menopáusicas com ou sem AUB é principalmente devido a lesões benignas, como pólipos e miomas submucosos. Histeroscopia é um método seguro e confiável para avaliar e tratar essas lesões. Há uma tendência atual de indicação de gestão individualizada para essas pacientes, devendo con as características de cada caso.
DESCRITORES: Espessamento endometrial, Pólipo endometrial, Pós-menopausa
ETHNOBOTANICAL SURVEY OF MEDICINAL PLANTS IN AND AROUND MARANDAHALLI VILLAGE, DHARMAPURI DISTRICT, TAMIL NADU
Authors: K.K Vijayakumar , M Parimala 
Published: January 2020

The present ethnobotanical investigation was carried out from December, 2016 to February, 2017 to identify the medicinal plants used by local people residing in and around Marandahalli village, Dharmapuri District regularly. A total of 58 medicinal plants were identified on basis of available first hand information from local people inhabiting in the study area, from literature survey and internet. Out of 58 medicinal plants documented in the study area, only 27 plants have been used by them for the treatment of various diseases like fever, intermittent fever, cough, asthma, jaundice, gastric problems, urinary disorders, dry skin disease,psoriasis, skin allergies, leucoderma, burning skin, liver disorders, snake bite, memory power, ulcer, diabetes,stomach aches etc., The plants were also to be used in different forms such as juice, decoction, powder and past. Authentication is needed to validate the usage.
Real-world Accuracy of Transthoracic Echocardiography in Diagnosing Bicuspid Aortic Valve Morphology: A Single Center UK Experience
Authors: Harrison Oliver James , Badran Abdul , Harky Amer , Muller Daniel , Shah Benoy N. , Ohri Sunil K. 
Published: January 2020

Abstract
Objectives
The aim of this study was to compare the diagnostic accuracy of Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) in assessing Bicuspid Aortic Valve (BAV) morphology.

Methods
Case notes of 408 patients (>18 years old) undergoing elective Aortic Valve (AV) surgery over a 2-year period were retrospectively reviewed. Aortic valve data was collected from preoperative TTE reports and intraoperative records. The diagnostic accuracy of TTE for identifying AV morphology was assessed using intraoperative findings as the gold standard. One-hundred-and-eighty-nine (46.3%) patients had a recent TTE with complete morphological assessment of the AV and an operation note documenting AV morphology. Cases that were ‘unable to be determined’ on TTE were included as false negatives.

Results
TTE correctly identified AV morphology in 165 of the patients, equating to an accuracy of 79.1% (sensitivity = 72.4%, specificity = 87.3%). For BAV patients alone, accuracy was 81.3% (sensitivity = 65.8%, specificity = 90.0%), and for Tricuspid Aortic Valve (TAV) patients, accuracy was 77.1% (sensitivity = 75.5%, specificity = 81.4%). There was no significant difference in diagnostic accuracy of TTE for BAV and TAV (p = 0.464), nor was there any difference between valve calcification (p = 0.196) and functional disease (p = 0.088).

Conclusion
Our data suggests that identification of BAV from TTE requires expertise and therefore it is operator dependent. A larger study is required to confirm our findings.