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INFLUENCE OF STRATEGIC DIRECTION ON THE PERFORMANCE OF FINTECH FIRMS IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Naburuki Sophie Jeruto , Kiplagat Nehemiah , Kipchumba Simon 
Published: November 2024

This study investigated the influence of strategic direction on the performance of financial technology (FINTECH) firms in Nairobi City County, Kenya. The research was grounded in strategic leadership theory and employed a predictive research design. The target population consisted of 154 senior and middle-level managers from 22 FINTECH firms, with a sample size of 111 respondents determined using the Taro Yamane formula. Data was collected using structured questionnaires, achieving a response rate of 82.88%. Descriptive statistics revealed that firms excel in adapting strategic direction to changing circumstances (M = 4.80, SD = 0.399) and establishing clear strategic direction (M = 4.43, SD = 0.731), but face challenges in setting clear and measurable goals (M = 1.18, SD = 0.390). In the inferential analysis, multiple linear regression revealed that strategic direction has a statistically significant positive influence on FINTECH firm performance (β = 0.890, t = 11.797, p &lt; .05). The coefficient of determination (R² = 0.685) indicated that 68.5% of the variance in organizational performance could be explained by the strategic factors studied. The study concludes that effective strategic direction is fundamental to FINTECH firm success in Kenya's dynamic financial technology sector, validating the theoretical frameworks that emphasize strategic leadership's role in organizational performance. The research recommends that FINTECH firms implement comprehensive strategic management frameworks that balance structured goal-setting processes with adaptive capabilities, while regulatory bodies develop supportive policies that encourage strategic innovation while maintaining industry stability. This research contributes to both the theoretical understanding of strategic management in the FINTECH sector and provides practical insights for industry leaders navigating complex market conditions.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0735/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
PERCEPTIONS OF KARATE COACHES TOWARDS THE INCLUSION OF ATHLETES WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES IN TRAINING SESSIONS
Authors: Stylianos Andrakoudis , Karageorgos Christos , Kokaridas Dimitrios 
Published: November 2024

Para-karate is an adaptation of karate sport, including regulation changes so as to facilitate the participation of people with disabilities in karate competitions and to promote inclusion in training settings. The purpose of this study was to examine the attitudes of karate coaches toward the inclusion of people with physical disabilities in common training sessions with athletes without disabilities and to record the coaches’ perceived level of self-efficacy. The importance of this study relates to the lack of corresponding researches regarding the attitudes of coaches in this particular sport. The sample consisted of 68 karate Greek coaches, whereas measurement tools used included the Hammond et al. (2014) Questionnaire measuring coaches’ attitudes towards inclusion and the ‘Physical Education Teacher Efficacy’ questionnaire by Biddle and Goudas (1997). Results showed that karate coaches’ perceptions toward inclusion of participants with physical disabilities and self-efficacy were influenced by education level and relative knowledge of adapted physical activity, external influence of significant others and previous coaching experience either with individuals with disabilities or overall experience as coaches, whereas no differences were noted in terms of coaches’ gender, age and local region, in a country that para-karate is still at the stage of early development. Based on the findings, recommendations were made for future researches using a larger sample of karate coaches.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0735/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EMOTIONAL AND COGNITIVE INDICATORS IN DRAWINGS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: A PICTURE ANALYSIS STUDY
Authors: Balcı Murat 
Published: November 2024

Pictures contain important clues about how children perceive their own world, their environment and the events they experience, how they position themselves and how they externalize. This externalization event is used as a tool to express sadness, fear, anxiety, worry or the opposite feelings such as peace, happiness, joy, love, belonging, etc., especially in individuals with special needs who cannot or do not want to express themselves verbally. Pictures of individuals with special needs are also considered as an expression of the feelings of individuals with special needs and contain important details about personality development. These pictures written by students with special needs also provide important clues about the mental development and competence of students with special needs. This study was conducted with a total of 25 children with special needs who attend a special education school and whose age range varies between 4 and 12 years. The application with children with special needs, 10 of whom are girls and 15 of whom are boys, and included in this study, covered a period of 20 weeks, and the pictures collected from children with special needs were evaluated with the semiotic analysis method.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0731/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
“Influencers” e intención de compra centennial. Efectos pioneros persuasivos desde el atractivo físico y social
Authors: Rangel-Lyne Lucirene , Bocanegra Noriega María Aurelia , Garza Arroyo Ma. Angélica 
Published: November 2024

Las redes sociales han proliferado en los paradigmas de la comunicación masiva. La figura del influencer se torna de alto interés por su impacto en las nuevas tipologías de consumo. En la diversidad de consumidores se destaca la generación centennial por su perfil involucrado en el ambiente digital. La importancia del influencer en las decisiones de consumo cobra relevancia en el estudio. El atractivo físico y social son determinantes en la formación de efectos en las intenciones de compra de este segmento generacional. El objetivo de este trabajo fue analizar el efecto del atractivo físico en el atractivo social y la intención de compra y confirmar el efecto mediador del atractivo social. Basado en un Análisis Factorial Exploratorio por componentes principales con rotación varimax y la ejecución de un modelo de regresión con mediación, se analizó una muestra de 132 consumidores universitarios centennials. Se confirman los efectos persuasivos directos del atractivo físico en la intención de compra y el efecto catalizador del atractivo social entre tales variables.
Tanggung Jawab Penjual Terhadap Pembeli Terkait Jual Beli Online Dengan Sistem Pre Order
Authors: Hisbollah Alif Adnan , Tjoanda Merry , Balik Agustina 
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Online buying and selling transactions are permitted by law, as there is a principle of freedom to contract stated in Article 1338 of the Civil Code, as long as it does not violate the provisions of Article 1337 of the Civil Code. However, there are still people who violate the agreements made, causing losses due to non-performance by the seller/business actor, namely NAMAStudios brand, to the buyer, by not delivering the ordered goods.Purposes of the Research: Explaining the seller's responsibility in breach of contract in online buying and selling with a pre-order system, and the dispute resolution by the affected buyer in online buying and selling with a pre-order system.Methods of the Research: The research methodology used is juridical normative. A juridical normative research is a type of research that examines legal materials, legal doctrines, legal principles, legal norms, and positive legal provisions to address the legal issues being studied.Results of the Research: Article 19 of the Consumer Protection Law states that business actors are responsible for damages and losses suffered by consumers caused by the goods or services they trade. The seller can be held liable both contractually and by risk. In dispute resolution, there are two avenues that can be taken: litigation and alternative dispute resolution, in accordance with Article 38 of the ITE Law and Article 39 of the Consumer Protection Law. Consumer dispute resolution can be done through the court or alternative dispute resolution in accordance with Article 45 of the Consumer Protection Law. In terms of litigation, consumers can file a lawsuit through a class action in accordance with Article 46 paragraph (1) point 2, while non-litigation alternative avenues can be through the Consumer Dispute Settlement Agency (BPSK), also regulated in the Consumer Protection Law.
Kajian Kriminologi Terhadap Minuman Tradisional Beralkohol (Sopi) Di Desa Mngeswaen
Authors: Solissa Moksen Doyan , Sopacua Margie Gladies , Salamor Anna Maria 
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Criminology is the study of crime and criminal acts. The Maluku province has a local alcohol soothing drink, namely, Sopi which is the result of calming sap or sweet liquid obtained from plant stems, and is produced by people for generations on various islands in Maluku. Sopi is produced from the mayang tree (sageru) and is then processed traditionally using the knowledge that was also passed down by our predecessors. For this reason, sopi is always present in the traditional rituals of the Maluku people.Purposes of the Research: To analyze and discuss the influence of alcoholic beverages (sopi) on crime in the Mngeswaen Village and the efforts made by the Police in tackling traditional alcoholic beverages (sopi) in the Mngeswaen Village.Methods of the Research: The research method used is empirical legal research, namely a type of legal research that analyzes and examines the operation of law in society. qualitative analysisResults of the Research: The results of the study show that the causes of the people of Mngeswaen Village consuming sopi are due to several reasons, namely community habits, alcohol addiction, feeling agitated and depressed, generating a spirit of mutual cooperation, social climbers, strengthening friendships and calming the mind to sleep soundly. The adverse effects of drinking sopi include fights between the residents of Mngeswaen Village. Countermeasures against the adverse effects caused by traditional alcoholic beverages (sopi) are carried out through preventive and repressive efforts by the local police, as well as by the village government, traditional leaders, religious leaders, educational leaders, health leaders as well as community leaders.
Optimization of Maintenance Strategies in an Oil and Gas Production Facility to Minimize Maintenance Cost
Authors: Awara, Biokpomabo Festus  , Ebieto Celestine  , Udeh Ngozi  , Omorogiuwa Eseosa  
Published: November 2024

Abstract: In this study, maintenance strategies in an oil and gas production facility were optimized to minimize maintenance costs. The centrifugal pump system in Port Harcourt Refinery was selected for this study because it significantly impacts on the productivity of the refining plant. The pump system’s failure mode effects and criticality analysis (FMECA) were examined, and an optimized maintenance task was developed for the system. The exponential reliability method was employed to analyse the pump’s failure data to determine the pump systems' failure rate and reliability while reliability centred maintenance (RCM) and linear programming (LP) model were employed to optimize the pump’s maintenance strategies and the pump’s maintenance labour force respectively. Broad-based results of the optimized maintenance strategies consisted of on-condition-directed (CD) maintenance, preventive maintenance (PreM), and Proactive maintenance (ProM) strategies to be carried out monthly. The optimized maintenance labour force result revealed that approximately three engineers and two technicians should be employed for the pump’s maintenance task with a minimum of N2, 585, 700 as cost of salaries for the labour force monthly as against the current maintenance labour force requiring fourteen engineers and thirteen technicians monthly. The results showed that the labour cost decreased from N180,000,000 per year to N31,028,400 per year (approximately 82.76% reduction) using the proposed optimized maintenance task compared to the current maintenance plan. Conclusion and recommendation were made that the maintenance optimization technique presented in this work should be adopted by the oil and gas processing and production companies in order to minimize maintenance cost.
icônica representação feminina e mítica de Medeia no Mundo Antigo
Authors: Candido Maria Regina 
Published: November 2024

We are interested in rescuing the actions and textual and imagery representations of the mythical figure of Medea that make it clear that narrative can define in three cycles, namely: the Cycles of Yolkos, the Cycle of the Argonauts, and the Roman Cycle. The cycles demarcate the different temporalities, and changes in the highlighted theme, but maintain an identity structure that we call the identity core. The character maintains as her identity core the fact that she is a mature woman, married to Jason, has children and has expertise in the manipulation of herbs and magic drugs. The nucleus does not change and goes beyond time, as the recurrent narratives in Medea's texts and images reveal.
Key-words: Medeia image representation narrative re-signification
APRESENTAÇÃO - DOSSIÊ NIETZSCHE: FILOSOFIA, HISTÓRIA E MORAL
Authors: Nunes Bittencourt Renato , Lima Amorim Wellington 
Published: November 2024

Apresentação do Dossiê Nietzsche: Filosofia, História e Moral, organizado por ocasião dos 150 anos das obras A filosofia na era trágica dos gregos; Da utilidade e desvantagem da história para a vida e Verdade e mentira no sentido extramoral.
Analisis Hubungan antara Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif dan Kritis Siswa dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Cerita Bangun Ruang Kubus Kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Batang Kuis
Authors: Simbolon Lolyta Damora , Ginting Audy Christie Putri Br , Sinaga Rani Farida 
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk menentukan apakah ada hubungan antara kemampuan berpikir kreatif dan kritis siswa saat menyelesaikan soal cerita bangun ruang kubus di kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Batang Kuis mulai dari bulan agustus hingga september Tahun ajaran 2023/2024. Penelitian ini melibatkan semua siswa di kelas VII di SMP Negeri 1 Batang Kuis, yang terdiri dari 10 kelas, dengan sampel penelitian adalah siswa di kelas VII sampel berjumlah 30 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan metode pendekatan deskriptif dengan jenis penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif tes berbentuk soal cerita. Data penelitian ini dianalisis dengan menggunakan uji kolerasi dan koefisien determinasi. Menurut uji statistik r hitung=0,7210, hasil analisis data dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita bangun ruang kubus menunjukkan hubungan yang signifikan antara kemampuan berpikir kreatif dan kemampuan berpikir kritis. Hasil untuk setiap indikator kemampuan berpikir kreatif adalah 78,20 untuk siswa dengan kategori baik dan 82,002 untuk siswa dengan kategori amat baik. Hasil koefisien determinasi juga menunjukkan keeratan hubungan sebesar 52%. Jadi, dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita bangun ruang kubus kelas VII di SMP Negeri 1 Batang Kuis Tahun ajaran 2023/2024, ada korelasi yang signifikan antara kemampuan berpikir kreatif dan kritis siswa.
Gambaran Kasus Entropion Involusional di Sultan Agung Eye Center (SEC) Rumah Sakit Islam Sultan Agung Semarang Tahun 2008-2018
Authors: INDRAJATI Christina , WIDIYANTO Bagas 
Published: November 2024

Involutional entropion is an eye disorder that often occurs because of the aging process. The most severe complication of this case is the permanent decrease in vision caused by corneal damage due to friction of the eyelid. This study aims to provide an overview of involutional entropion at the SEC Sultan Agung Islamic Hospital Semarang. The research method used was descriptive observational. Research subjects were 69 patients diagnosed with involutional entropion from January 2008 until January 2018. 69 research subjects were used, divided into several characteristics. Gender, 36.2% males, and 63.8% female. Age group, <60 years 31.9% and> 60 years 68.1%. The location of the eyelids, the upper eyelid 40.6%, and the lower eyelid 59.4%. Operating techniques, ALR (Anterior Lamelar Reposition) 40.6%, Everting Suture technique 29.0%, Weis technique 30.4%. Results of surgery recovered 86.2% and recurring 13.8%.
Ekstraksi Kulit Terong Ungu (Solanum melongena L.) Dengan Pelarut Etanol-Asam Sitrat Sebagai Peredam Radikal Bebas
Authors: Wulandari  
Published: November 2024

Antioksidan adalah senyawa yang dapat menghambat kerusakan sel akibat oksidasi radikal bebas. Kulit terong ungu (Solanum melongena L.) memiliki kandungan antosianin yang memiliki aktivitas antioksidan yang dapat mencegah penuaan dini pada kulit. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui aktivitas antioksidan ektrak kulit terong ungu dengan pelarut etanol-asam sitrat menggunakan metode DPPH. Ekstraksi dilakukan dengan metode maserasi selama 16 jam menggunakan pelarut etanol 96% : asam sitrat 10% (6:4) sampai diperoleh ekstrak kental. Identifikasi kandungan fitokimia secara kualitatif dilakukan dengan metode kromatografi lapis tipis (KLT). Pengujian aktivitas antioksidan ekstrak kulit terong ungu dengan spektrofotometri UV-Vis pada panjang gelombang 517 nm. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ekstrak kulit terong ungu mengandung alkaloid, flavonoid, tannin, saponin dan antosianin. Nilai IC50 ekstrak kulit terong ungu adalah 103,35 ± 3,99 ppm. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ekstrak kulit terong ungu menghasilkan aktivitas antioksidan.
Kata kunci: kulit terong ungu, antioksidan, ekstraksi , asam sitrat
Formulation and Characteristics of Hydrogel Patch Containing Pineapple Peel (Ananas comosus L.) Ethanol Extract
Authors: Anisah Putri Yuana Sari  , Putik Titian Citra Hening  , Marshanda Nikita  , Ahmad Maulana Al Fatah  , Fajrina Rizqi Riyadi  , Ihsanti Dwi Rahayu  
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Pineapple peel (Ananas comosus L.) contains bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and the enzyme bromelain, which possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anticancer properties, and the ability to accelerate wound healing. Hydrogel patches, as a formulation for transdermal delivery, are effective in wound healing due to their hydrophilic properties that maintain moisture and prevent bacterial infection in open wounds. This study aims to develop and test the characteristics of hydrogel patch formulations containing ethanol extracts of pineapple peel with varying concentrations of 10%, 20%, and 30%, compared to a control (hydrogel patch without pineapple peel extract). A series of evaluation tests were conducted to assess the patch characteristics, including organoleptic tests, pH, absorbency, weight uniformity, swelling ratio, patch thickness, and folding endurance. The results showed that the concentration of pineapple peel extract affects the hydrogel patch characteristics. The higher the extract concentration, the darker the patch color, but the pH, absorbency, and swelling ratio decrease. Patches with higher extract concentrations also showed an increase in weight. Absorbency tests indicated that none of the formulas met the acceptance criteria (<10%), with absorbency results of 22.97%, 11.60%, and 21.95% for 10%, 20%, and 30% extract concentrations, respectively, and 23.43% for the control. Swelling ratio and thickness tests showed the best results for the control, followed by the 10%, 20%, and 30% extract concentrations. The folding endurance test showed that the control and 10% extract formula had good results (>300 folds), while higher extract concentrations reduced the folding endurance of the hydrogel patch
.Keywords: extract, pineapple peel, hydrogel patch, formulation, patch characteristics
Uji Aktivitas Hipoglikemik Ekstrak Etanolik Daun Lenglengan ( Leucas lavandufolia,smith) pada Tikus Putih Jantan yang Dibebani Glukosa
Authors: Susilowati Sri 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT

Empirical experience-based, Lenglengan (Leucas lavandulifolia Smith) leaves have a special antidiabetic effect. This research aimed to determine the hypoglycemic effect of ethanolic extract of Lenglengan leaves in glucose induced rats.
The research was conducted by dividing the experiment animals into five groups, each group had 6 rats. Three groups were given with ethanolic extract of Lenglengan leaves with 63, 126, and 252 mg/kgBB doses. One group served as the positive control were given Metformin at 189 mg/kgBB dose and the negative control were given CMC-Na 0,5%. Thirty minutes after the experiment, the animals were given D-glukosa monohydrate peroral with 2 g/kgBB dose. The measurement of the blood glucose was conducted by taking the blood at 0, 30, 60, 120, 180, 240 and 300 minutes. The blood glucose rate was measured enzymatically using GOD-PAP reagent. The evaluation on the hypoglicemic effect was done to AUC0-300 relationship curve value between blood glucose to sampling time 0-300 minute and hypoglycemic activity percentages. The statistical analysis to data AUC was done with Kruskal-Wallis test, continued with Mann-Whitney test.
The result showed that the ethanolyc extract of Lenglengan leaves at 63, 126, and 252 mg/kgBB doses could decrease the blood glucose on rats glucose induced and was proven statistically to indicate high significance in comparison to the negative control (p < 0,05). The hypoglycemic activity percentage from the ethanolic extract of lenglengan leaves at 252 mg/kgBB dose was of 45,89%, where as metformin 189 mg/kgBB doses it was of 44,86%.

Keywords: extract, lenglengan, hypoglichemic effect.
Rezension von: Bayer, Adolf, Die Ansbacher Hofbaumeister beim Aufbau einer fränkischen Residenz
Authors: Bayer Adolf , Kost Emil 
Published: November 2024

Adolf Bayer: Die Ansbacher Hofbaumeister beim Aufbau einer fränkischen Residenz. Würzburg : F. Schöningh, 1951 (Neujahrsblatt / Gesellschaft für Fränkische Geschichte 22). 172 Seiten mit 140 Kunstdruckabbildungen. Broschiert 5,95 DM, Leinwand 6,60 DM.
staatsrechtliche Stellung der Mediatisierten unter der Rheinbundverfassung in Württemberg
Authors: Schweinitz Hans Bernhard 
Published: November 2024

Aus der Dissertation „Hohenlohe und die Mediatisierung in Franken und Schwaben - ein Beitrag zur Geschichte der durch die Rheinbundakte in Südwestdeutschland geschaffenen Verhältnisse“. Der Text ist vom Verfasser geringfügig verändert.