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Assessing Water Level Variability in the Mekong Delta under the Impacts of Anthropogenic and Climatic Factors
Authors: Cong Thanh Nguyen , Dang Truong An  
Published: November 2024

In recent years, the water level in the Mekong Delta (MD) has undergone changes, attributed to the impacts of anthropogenic activities and climate change. Declining water levels have had implications for various aspects of life and aquatic ecosystems in the lower basin water bodies. Analyzing long-term trends in rainfall and water levels is crucial for enhancing our understanding. This study aims to examine the evolving patterns of water level and rainfall in the region. Data on water levels and rainfall from observation stations were gathered from the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting, Vietnam, spanning from 2000 to 2014. The assessment of homogeneity and identification of trend changes were conducted using the Standard Normal Homogeneity Test (SNHT) and the Mann-Kendall test. The results indicate that changes in water levels at the Tan Chau and Chau Doc stations have been observed since 2010 due to the operation of flow-regulating structures in the upper Mekong River. Following the commencement of upstream dam operations, the water level at the headwater stations of the Mekong River has been higher than the long-term average during the dry season and lower than the average during the flood season. The study findings highlight the influence of altered rainfall patterns under the impact of climate variability (ICC) on water level trends in the study area. While rainfall plays a significant role in increasing water levels during the flood season, the operation of hydropower dams (UHDs) stands out as the primary factor driving water level reductions in the study area.
Survei Indeks Kepuasan Masyarakat Atas Penggunaan Dan Pemanfaatan Bagian-Bagian Jalan Provinsi Banten Pada Wilayah Kerja Pembangunan (WKP) I
Authors: Budiwati Apriliani Karvina , Marzan Arlan , Taufik Isvan , Hakim Zainul , Hanifah  , Haekal Saniarjuna Muhammad 
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini mengkaji indeks kepuasan masyarakat dalam penggunaan dan pemanfaatan bagian - bagian jalan di wilayah Provinsi Banten, khususnya di Kabupaten Tangerang, Kota Tangerang, dan Kota Tangerang Selatan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menilai dan mengevaluasi layanan perizinan yang dilakukan Dinas Pekerjaan Umum dan Perumahan Rakyat (PUPR) Provinsi Banten terhadap penggunaan dan pemanfaatan bagian - bagian jalan tersebut. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif dan purposive sampling. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan nilai indeks kepuasan masyarakat pada penggunaan dan pemanfaatan bagian - bagian jalan Provinsi WKP I pada Dinas PUPR Provinsi Banten dengan menggunakan prosedur perizinan online dengan nama Sistem Pelayanan Izin Elektronik Terbuka (SIPEKA) pada tahun 2022 memiliki nilai indeks kepuasan masyarakat (IKM) yaitu sebesar 3,32 atau setara dengan 82,98 dengan kinerja unit pelayanan baik. Hasil indeks tersebut menunjukan bahwa Dinas PUPR Provinsi Banten telah memberikan pelayanan publik yang baik dalam hal penggunaan dan pemanfaatan bagian - bagian jalan di wilayah Kabupaten Tangerang, Kota Tangerang dan Kota Tangerang Selatan
Kata kunci: Kepuasan Masyarakat, Pelayanan Publik, Bagian-Bagian Jalan
Evaluasi Penerapan E-Kinerja Dalam Meningkatkan Indeks Profesionalitas Asn Di Kabupaten Magelang
Authors: Rahmawati Fitri , Hermawati Istiana 
Published: November 2024

Kinerja ASN merupakan salah satu dimensi dalam pengukuran Indeks Profesionalitas Aparatur Sipil Negara (IP ASN). Kinerja ASN sangat penting karena merupakan bagian dari aspek yang mempengaruhi kualitas pelayanan publik. Digitalisasi manajemen ASN merupakan salah satu tuntutan era digital saat ini. Digitalisasi tersebut akan memudahkan akses dan memperoleh data, meningkatkan kualitas kerja, meningkatkan produktivitas dan efisiensi, menyederhanakan proses bisnis, dasar penentuan kebijakan. Fenomena unik dan urgent pemilihan lokasi Pemerintah Kabupaten Magelang karena Pemerintah Kabupaten Magelang merupakan satu satunya instansi di wilayah Jawa Tengah yang menjadi piloting project penerapan e-kinerja sehingga belum ada pemerintah Kabupaten/Kota lain di wilayah Provinsi Jawa Tengah yang pada tahun 2022 tersebut mengimplementasikan e-kinerja dan dirasa perlu mengkaji keberhasilan implementasi e-kinerja tersebut terhadap profesionalitas ASN di lingkungan Pemerintah Kabupaten Magelang setelah diterapkannya e-kinerja. Penelitian ini mengkaji pengaruh penerapan e-kinerja terhadap peningkatan IP ASN di lingkungan Pemerintah Kabupaten Magelang. IP ASN merupakan nilai hasil pengukuran kualitas ASN berdasarkan pembobotan kualifikasi pendidikan, kompetensi, kinerja, dan kedisiplinan pegawai. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan memanfaatkan data sekunder dari Sistem Informasi Aparatur Sipil Negara (SI-ASN) tahun 2021 dan 2023. Populasi penelitian mencakup seluruh PNS di Kabupaten Magelang dengan sampel purposive sampling yaitu ASN yang pada tahun 2021 dan tahun 2023 masih aktif sebagai ASN sejumlah 6.545. Analisis data dilakukan menggunakan paired sample t-test dengan alat analisis SPSS versi 29.0.2.0. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan kinerja ASN sebesar 4,47% setelah penerapan e-kinerja. Dari hasil Uji paired sample t-test yang dilakukan nampak bahwa p-value yaitu 0,003 < 0.005 sehingga dapat disimpulkan terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara kinerja sebelum dan sesudah penerapan e-kinerja. Hal ini menegaskan bahwa aplikasi berupa e-kinerja berpengaruh positif terhadap peningkatan IP ASN. Temuan ini mendukung teori Dessler (2010) tentang sistem manajemen kinerja yang sistematis, konsisten, dan komprehensif, yang memungkinkan evaluasi berbasis kompetensi, tujuan, dan rencana pengembangan karyawan secara online.
Kata kunci: Kinerja; profesionalitas ASN ; Kabupaten Magelang
Green Marketing's Role in Molding Customer Buying Decision for Green Products
Authors: Chaudhary Manoj Kumar , Chaudhary Rajesh Kumar , Pokharel Pramila 
Published: November 2024

Purpose – The purpose of the study is to investigate how customer purchase decisions are impacted by green marketing. It specifically looks at how important elements like environmental awareness, eco-labeling, eco-friendly packaging, eco-advertising, and sustainable pricing impact customers' propensity to buy eco-friendly goods. By examining these components, the study attempts to provide insightful information on how these components influence consumers' opinions about environmentally friendly goods.
Design/methodology/approach – The research adopted a quantitative approach based on the survey conducted among 341 customers of green products. A structured questionnaire featuring 5-point Likert scale items were used to collect the first-hand data. The collected raw data were processed through MS-Excel and SPSS. Descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis have been used to analyze the data and validate the generated hypothesis.
Findings and Conclusion – Regression analysis revealed that customers' decisions to buy green products are noticeably affected by green marketing. Environmental awareness, eco-labeling, green pricing, and green packaging are the important variables that have a significant impact on consumer purchasing decisions. The study indicates that green marketing has a critical role in shaping consumer preferences because of the increasing demand for eco-friendly products. Therefore, firms in Nepal can improve profitability and competitiveness while also helping to preserve the environment when sustainable practices successfully combine with green marketing techniques.
Implications – Companies producing green products can use the study's findings to improve their green marketing strategies by emphasizing on green marketing tools. Customers are becoming more aware of green certifications and ingredients; therefore, transparency is essential to preventing greenwashing. Offering true sustainable products with solid environmental claims should be a top priority for businesses. Government regulations need to encourage companies to use sustainable practices and promote the preservation of the environment. This study highlights the mutual obligation of businesses and customers to save the environment, while also offering managers an outline for boosting reputation, profitability, and competitiveness.
Human Resource Management Practices and Job Satisfaction: Evidence from Private Hospitals of Kathmandu Valley
Authors: Bhandari Dilli Ram , Subedi Dhruba Prasad 
Published: November 2024

Purpose - The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between human resource management practices and employee job satisfaction in private hospital of Kathmandu valley. When evaluating human resource management practices, the present paper takes in to account four relevant variables namely recruitment and selection; training and development; performance appraisal and compensation and benefits, and explores their link with job satisfaction of paramedic employees.
Design/methodology/approach - In order to test the relationship between human resource management practices and employee satisfaction, the descriptive and causal-comparative research designs were used. The data were collected from 384 paramedic employees on structured questionnaire through e-mail, Facebook messenger and personal contact. The study applied convenience sampling technique to collect the data. Both descriptive and inferential statistical tools were used for data analysis.
Findings and Conclusion - This study revealed that all the four variables i.e. recruitment and selection; training and development; performance appraisal and compensation and benefits were the important predictors of job satisfaction. It was also found that compensation and benefits were more important for job satisfaction of the employees followed by training and development. It delved into the HRM practices tailored to private hospitals in the Kathmandu valley, highlighting their impact on the job satisfaction of paramedic staff, a relatively underexplored group in healthcare research.
Practical implications- Effective Human Resource Management practices in private hospitals of the Kathmandu valley significantly impact the job satisfaction of paramedic employees, with profound practical implications. The implementation of effective HR practices can lead to higher quality patient care, increased operational efficiency, and a resilient workforce capable of effectively responding to healthcare challenges.
Originality/Value- This study provides new insights into the relationship between human resource management practices and employee job satisfaction in private hospital of Kathmandu valley. To the authors' knowledge, it was the first conceptual model developed and tested specifically for paramedic employees in this context.
Głos tłumacza w polsko-słoweńskim dialogu międzykulturowym
Authors: Gawlak Monika 
Published: November 2024

The article presents considerations on the role and activities of the translator in a Polish-Slovenian intercultural dialogue. In addition to translating works, translators from peripheral languages engage (to a greater or lesser extent) in various translation-related activities. This also applies to translators of Slovenian literature in Poland. Their role as cultural intermediaries, ambassadors, animators and literary agents becomes important. The article uses the theory of the French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu, which is helpful in describing the complex interaction of various social and cultural realities.
Słowacka proza liryzowana w polskich przekładach — modernizm czy awangarda?
Authors: Buczek Marta 
Published: November 2024

The article concentrates on the phenomenon of Slovak lyrical prose, which was developing in Slovak literature in the interwar period of the 20th century. The author of the article is interested in how this prose functions in Polish translations. The considerations presented in the article focus on the aspect of translating this prose into Polish, the possibilities of translation, translation problems related to the act of translating modernism and avant-garde elements. The author is interested in the changing artistic criteria of translators over time, their translation choices and transformations in translation, the final effect of the act of translation.
Discovery and Confirmation of Diagnostic Serum Lipid Biomarkers for Alzheimer’s Disease Using Direct Infusion Mass Spectrometry
Authors: Anand Swati , Barnes Justin M. , Young Sydney A. , Garcia Diana M. , Tolley H. Dennis , Kauwe John S.K. , Graves Steven W. 
Published: November 2024

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder lacking early biochemical diagnosis and treatment. Lipids have been implicated in neurodegenerative disorders including AD. A shotgun lipidomic approach was undertaken to determine if lipid biomarkers exist that can discriminate AD cases from controls. The discovery study involved sera from 29 different stage AD cases and 32 controls. Lipid extraction was performed using organic solvent and the samples were directly infused into a time-of-flight mass spectrometer. Differences between AD cases and controls were detected with 87 statistically significant lipid candidate markers found. These potential lipid markers were reevaluated in a second confirmatory study involving 27 cases and 30 controls. Of the 87 candidates from the first study, 35 continued to be statistically significant in the second confirmatory set. Tandem MS studies were performed and almost all confirmed markers were characterized and classified. Using a Bayesian lasso probit regression model on the confirmed markers, a multi-marker set with AUC = 0.886 was developed comparing all stages of AD with controls. Additionally, using confirmed biomarkers, multi-marker sets with AUCs >0.90 were developed for each specific AD Clinical Dementia Rating versus controls, including the earliest stage of AD. More conservative and likely more realistic statistical analyses still found multi-marker sets that appeared useful in diagnosing AD. Finally, using ordinal modeling a set of markers was developed that staged AD accurately 70% of the time, p = 0.0079. These results suggest that these serum lipidomic biomarkers may help diagnose and perhaps even stage AD.
Renal Protective Effects of Dialium guineense Fruit Pulp on Serum Creatinine and Urea Levels in Ethanol-Induced Peptic Ulcers in Albino Rats
Authors: Elekwa Elizabeth Amah , Aloh Godwin Sunday , Agu Kizito Akachukwu , Okoro-Akapndu Elizabeth , Ogwo Bertha 
Published: November 2024

Ethanol-induced peptic impacts various systems, such as renal function, with serum creatinine and urea as indicators of kidney dysfunction. Despite its known antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, Dialium guineense has not been explored for its potential to protect renal function against ulcerated conditions. This study evaluated its impact on renal function in albino rats with ethanol-induced peptic ulcers. Albino rats were divided into six groups (n=5): normal control, ulcer control, a reference group treated with omeprazole (20 mg/kg), and groups treated with Dialium guineense extract at 250 mg/kg, 500 mg/kg, and 1000 mg/kg. Additionally, five Dialium guineense fractions were administered at 250 mg/kg and 500 mg/kg Ulcer was induced using ethanol (5 ml/kg), followed by a 21-day treatment with Dialium guineense extract and omeprazole as the standard drug. Serum creatinine and urea levels were assayed biochemically. Ethanol significantly raised the serum creatinine and urea levels in the ulcer control group compared to the normal control (p < 0.05). Dialium guineense treatment led to a dose-dependent reduction, most notably at 1000 mg/kg (p < 0.05). The reduction in renal markers with Dialium guineense was comparable to omeprazole. Findings suggest that Dialium guineense fruit pulp may mitigate ethanol-induced renal dysfunction, indicating its potential renoprotective properties and highlighting a foundation for further research into its therapeutic uses for renal dysfunction associated with gastrointestinal disorders.
Kinetic and Chemical Analysis of Pyrolysis in Bambusa vulgaris Leaves and Derived Fibers
Authors: Pokuri Prabhu , Ponnam Vijetha , Ponnam Venkata Kishore Babu , Neelamegam David Solomon Godwin Babu , Tondepu Subbaiah 
Published: November 2024

Bamboo, a perennial and monocarpic plant, holds immense potential beyond its commonly recognized applications. In this study, fiber was extracted from bamboo leaves. Pyrolytic kinetic studies were done on leaves and the extracted fibers, utilizing thermogravimetry and derivative thermogravimetry (TG/DTG) data obtained at heating rates 10, 20, and 30 K/min within the temperature range of 298–1093 K. Model-free methods such as Ozawa-Flynn-Wall (OFW), Kissinger-Akahira-Sunose (KAS), and Friedman were employed to calculate the activation energy (Ea) and the pre-exponential factor (A). For leaves, the calculated Ea values were found to be 283 kJ/mol (KAS), 279 kJ/mol (OFW), and 318 kJ/mol (Friedman), while the A values were determined as 7.2 × 1043 s−1 (KAS), 1.07 × 1043 s−1 (OFW), and 5.7 × 1045 s−1 (Friedman). In the case of fiber, the Ea values were found to be 162 kJ/mol (KAS), 164 kJ/mol (OFW), and 165 kJ/mol (Friedman), with corresponding A of 4.6 × 1015 s−1 (KAS), 5.6 × 1013 s−1 (OFW), and 348 × 1013 s−1 (Friedman). Additionally, scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analyses were conducted on both leaves and fiber.
Investigating the Site Response Variability of Deep Sedimentary Column Induced by Varying Soil Friction Angles
Authors: Prajapati Amit , Zhao Bin 
Published: November 2024

Ensuring the danger level for sustainable development requires a proper ground response analysis with reliable geological properties of deep sediment deposits up to bedrock. The seismic assessment procedure commonly dealth with the upper 30 meters of soil, overlooking the influence of deeper sediment layers. This study performs the seismic response of an entire soil column extending to bedrock, accounting for the soil frictional angle variability. A one-dimensional nonlinear ground response analysis was conducted using 28 earthquake records, with soil friction angles ranging from 10 to 60 degrees. The results highlight the nonlinear behavior of soils, particularly the modification of shear modulus and damping ratio with depth, influenced by changes in frictional angle and effective vertical stress. It indicates that the 10° frictional angles produce a minimum spectral acceleration demand, primarily due to the high energy dissipation in the over-softened upper layer, hence, reduction in peak ground acceleration (PGA). While a 30° friction angle produces high spectral acceleration at short period in shallow depth. The seismic response resulted in a 0.54 times decrease in peak acceleration in the ground relative to bedrock, highlighting the significance of deep soil investigation. This study shows that different friction angles present a greater understanding of seismic site response, leading to better hazard assessment insights.
Empoderamento de Adolescentes em Contexto de Vulnerabilidades a partir das Intervenções Educativas em Saúde
Authors: Barros Mariana Boulitreau Siqueira Campos , Monteiro Estela Maria Leite Meirelles , Farias Ariany Cristine do Nascimento , Brandão Neto Waldemar , Araújo Ednaldo Cavalcante de , Goes Paulo Sávio Angeiras de , Ramalho Marclineide Nóbrega de Andrade , Bushatsky Magaly 
Published: November 2024

Objetivo: identificar quais os tipos e meios de aferição do empoderamento de adolescentes em contexto de vulnerabilidades que participaram de intervenções educativas em saúde. Métodos: Revisão integrativa realizada nas fontes informacionais: Web of Science, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Pubmed, Science Direct, ADOLEC e Scopus, a qual observou que a maioria dos estudos analisados demonstrou o empoderamento em um enfoque psicológico/individual. Resultados: Para que seja possível visibilizar a potencialidade dos adolescentes, trabalhar a subjetividade que alimenta o ideal de luta em um contexto de desigualdades sociais, o empoderamento coletivo e de classe social precisam ser mais explorados nas intervenções educativas em saúde. Considerações finais: Observa-se uma carência de instrumentos específicos para aferir este construto, diante de sua complexidade, e legitimidade como requisito para a construção de conhecimentos comprometidos com as potencialidades de transformação da realidade, promoção da saúde individual, e coletiva.
Descritores: Empoderamento para a Saúde; Educação em Saúde; Adolescente; Vulnerabilidade Social.
Engineered myeloid precursors differentiate into osteoclasts and resorb heterotopic ossification in mice
Authors: Rementer Cameron , Yavirach Apichai , Buranaphatthana Worakanya , Walczak Philip A. , Speer Mei , Pierce Kat , Dharmarajan Subramanian , Leber Elizabeth , Sangiorzan Bruce , Bain Steven , Scatena Marta , Blümke Alexander , Giachelli Cecilia M. 
Published: November 2024

IntroductionHeterotopic ossification (HO) occurs following orthopedic trauma, spinal cord injuries, brain trauma and limb amputations. Once symptomatic, HO causes pain, limited mobility and decreased quality of life. Current treatments are limited and have significant complications with high recurrence rates, underscoring the need for improved therapeutic interventions. Osteoclasts (OCs) are physiological bone resorptive cells that secrete enzymes and protons to degrade bone.MethodsIn this study, we describe the use of genetically engineered OCs as a novel cell therapy approach to treat HO. Inducible, engineered myeloid precursors (iRANK cells) treated with a chemical inducer of dimerization (CID) differentiated into TRAP+ multinucleated OCs and resorbed mineralized tissues in vitro.ResultsIn vivo, BMP-2-induced murine HO lesions were significantly regressed following treatment using iRANK cells with concomitant systemic administration of CID. Moreover, many OCs were TRAP+, MMP9+, and GFP+, indicating that they differentiated from delivered iRANK cells.DiscussionIn summary, these data con rm the ability of engineered myeloid precursors to differentiate into OCs and resorb HO in vivo paving the way for OC delivery as a promising approach for HO treatment.