bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Competitive parity in chain management – factors that influence the long-term compliance with product and quality criteria along the chain
Authors: Richter Barbara , Hanf Jon H. 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Focal firms in the agri-food business must take strategic measures to ensure certain product and quality characteristics along the value chain. This is necessary in order to be able to keep up with competitors in the long term. Research shows that competitive parity, in addition to competitive advantage, should be considered as a strategic dimension. In the production of food, often several actors are involved and the focal firm (that is primarily responsible for the product) must organize the business relationships along the chain in such a way that the desired outcome is achieved in the short and long term. The achievement and safeguarding of competitive parity have been little researched so far. Up to now, there has only been a systematic literature review on this topic. Therefore, this aim of this research is to examine which factors influence the construct of competitive parity. Based on the findings of the literature review and further literature on the management of value chains, a theoretical framework is developed. A first empirical application of the model makes it possible to derive recommendations for action for focal firms in the agri-food industry. Therefore, we conduct a quantitative survey in the wine industry. PLS-SEM is used to analyze the model, using SmartPLS software. This research is the first to empirically investigate the strategic relevance of competitive parity in the agri-food business. The results show that chain management needs to pay attention to competitive parity besides the competitive advantage. Whereas the measures of cooperation have a stronger effect on achieving a competitive advantage, the measures of coordination have a stronger effect on achieving competitive parity. The constructs of power and trust — in contrast to the existing basis of resources and capabilities in the company — seem to have a significant influence on cooperation and coordination.
Assessment of jaw bone mineral density, resorption rates, and oral health in patients with severe hemophilia: a case-control study
Authors: Acar Gülin , Aktaş Alper 
Published: April 2024

Objective: Knowledge about oral hygiene, gingival bleeding, mineral density, and resorption of jaw bones in patients with hemophilia is limited. We evaluated the periodontal and bone status in such patients.
Material and methods: Forty-eight patients with severe type A/B hemophilia and 49 age- and sex-matched controls were included. Assessments included simplified oral hygiene index (OHI-S), calculus index, debris index, gingival index (GI), gingival bleeding time index (GBTI), and decayed, missing, and filled teeth index (DMFTI). Bone resorption was evaluated using panoramic mandibular index (PMI), mental index (MI), and alveolar crest ratio (ACR). Mineral density in the condyle, angulus, and premolar areas was assessed using fractal analysis, with fractal dimensions denoted as condyle fractal dimension (CFD) for the condyle, angulus fractal dimension (AFD) for angulus, and premolar fractal dimension (PFD) for premolar region.
Results: The mean scores were DMFTI = 11.77, OHI-S = 2.44, PMI = 0.268, MI = 5.822, GI = 3.02, GBTI = 2.64, ACR = 2.06, CFD = 1.31, AFD = 1.31, and PFD = 1.17 in the hemophilia group and DMFTI = 11.449, PMI = 0.494, MI = 7.43, GI = 0.67, GBTI = 0.98, OHI-S = 1.45, ACR = 2.87, CFD = 1.35, AFD = 1.35, and PDF = 1.23 in the control group. Differences were significant for all parameters (p < 0.005) except for the DMFTI index.
Conclusions: Because of poor oral hygiene, high bone resorption, and low bone mineral density in these patients, clinicians should consider potential bone changes when planning to treat these patients.
REVIEW OF WπGR CLOSED SETS IN TOPOLOGICAL SPACES
Authors: S. R SREENA , E. N DR. SATHEESH , MATHEW DR.VARUGHESE 
Published: April 2024

In this paper we introduce a new class of sets called weakly π generalized regular closed (wπgr closed) sets. A subset A of X is called wπgr closed set if cl( int A) ⊆U whenever A⊆U and U is πgr open in X. The complement of wπgr-closed set is called wπgr-open set in X. We denote the family of all wπgr closed sets in X by wπGRC(X) and wπgr open sets in X by wπGRO(X))
Study of the Phase Transition and Physical Properties of AlAs, ScAs and AlxSc1-xAs Compounds by the FP-LMTO Method
Authors: Betraoui F. , Rekab-Djabri H. , Baddari K. , Daoud S. 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
In this present work, we will study the physical properties of a brand new semiconductor material. the structural stability and the electronic properties of Scandium Arsenide (ScAs) and Aluminum Arsenide (AlAs) semiconductors as well as their ternary alloys (AlxSc1-xAs,0 ≤ x!!!x0020;≤ 1) in both rocksalt RS (B1) and zincblende ZB (B3). Calculations on both structures are done the method (FPLMTO, Full Potential Linear Muffin Tin). In the framework of density functional theory (DFT). The exchange-correlation potential was calculated using both the Local Density Approximation and the Generalized Gradient Approximation.
The structural parameters of AlxSc1-xAs alloys, such as the lattice constant, the bulk module and its derivative are calculated. The lattice parameter deviates slightly from the line of Vegard
’
s Law in B3 structure, while the deviation was more pronounced in B1 structure.
The calculations showed a phase transition from the ZnS phase (B3) to the RS phase (B1) at pressures (7, 10.5, 14.0 and 23.0 Gpa in LDA and (10.0, 12.5, 10.0 and 25.0 GPa) in GGA for x = 0.25, 0.50, 0.75 and 1.00) respectively.The calculated electronic properties showed that in phase B1, there exists an energy band (X-X) with a direct gap at x = 0.00. On the other hand, in phase B3, there are two kinds of energy bands, of direct gap (Γ-Γ) for x = 0.25, 075 and 1.00, the second band is of indirect gap (Γ-X) for x = 0.50, suggesting the possibility to be used in the long wavelength optoelectronic applications. The deviation of The calculated band gap deviation from linear behavior was significant in both structures. The AlxSc1-xAs alloys were found to be semiconducting at x=0 in the B1 phase and at x=0.25, 0.50, 0.75 and 1 in the B3 phase. Concerning calculations of the optical properties of the ternary AlxSc1-xAs alloy at concentrations x= 0.25, 0.50 and 0.75 in the ZnS (B3) phase, and from our bibliographic research we are sure that no reference exists in the literature. Our work can therefore be used as a reference for future research. Our simulation results are in good agreement with those obtained theoretically and experimentally.
Developement and Stability Evaluation of Natural Topical Formulations Containing Pinus sibirica Essential Oil
Authors: Petrovic Branislav , Bradic Jovana , Petrovic Anica , Ivanovic Dragana , Tabakovic Marija , Saric Svetlana , Jakovljevic Vladimir 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Pinus sibirica (P. sibirica) is used in folk medicine for centuries in treatment of various diseases due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activity. The present study was focused on formulating semi-solid topical cream and gel preparations with P. sibirica essential oil (EOPS) and on evaluation of their stability during three months of storage. After preparation of semi-solid formulations (cream and gel), we followed parameters such as organoleptic characteristics, pH values, electrical conductivity, phase separation, washability, swelling index and microbiological contamination. Tests for physical and microbiological stability were performed considering different storage conditions at temperature (4±2° C, 25±2°C and 40±2°C) for 12 weeks. All test were performed at sampling time points of 7th, 30th, 60th, 90th day after storage. Cream with EOPS was white colour, it is homogenous with pleasant odor characteristic to used EOPS while gel with EOPS was transparent, it is homogenous with specific odor. After application to skin, EOPS cream was leaving non-greasy film while gel with EOPS was leaving sticky film and cooling effect. In all tested samples, we observed no phase separation and pH values were optimal for skin application. During three months of storage at different conditions, all tested formulations were stable and addition of EOPS did not cause any changes in followed parameters. Both cream and gel formulation remained stable since we did not notice any significant changes in all followed parameters during storage at different temperatures. Addition of 0.5% of EOPS did not change visual, sensory and microbial properties of formulations.
Sole Survivors: Using Tree-Trunk Wells from Archaeological Excavations to Inform Reconstructions of Medieval Deforestation, and Future Reforestation
Authors: Groenewoudt Bert , Kosian Menne 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
This paper represents an attempt at a detailed analysis of woodland presence and dynamics during the Middle Ages (AD 500-1500), as a contribution to the current debate on large-scale reforestation in the Netherlands. Palynological data for this particular period are scarce and allow only global reconstructions. To widen our search for historical woodland proxies, we investigated the potential of archaeologically excavated tree-trunk wells. We carried out a nation-wide inventory of this type of well, in which the shaft is formed by hollowed-out tree trunks, typically large oak trees. Our suspicion that such trees indicate the local presence of (old) woodland in the past was confirmed by a marked positive correlation with spatial reconstructions based on other sources of information: archaeological (charcoal kilns) and non-archaeological (place names and historical references). The observed correlations suggest that mapping the distribution of precisely dated tree-trunk wells can indeed contribute to achieving fairly detailed reconstructions of medieval woodland cover.
Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Cultural Identity and Acculturation in The Context of Global Migration
Authors: Tullah Masoud Bashar , Ali Mansoor , Surin Sanjay 
Published: April 2024

Objective: This interdisciplinary research explores cultural identity and acculturation in Asian countries during global migration, providing insights into migrant experiences, discrimination, and acculturation processes, aiming for policymakers' understanding.

Theoretical Framework: This interdisciplinary research explores cultural identity and acculturation in Asian countries through a framework incorporating acculturation theories, cultural identity studies, and migration and discrimination literature. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of migrant communities' experiences and interactions with host cultures, shedding light on the complexities of identity formation.

Method: The research uses a mixed-methods approach to study cultural identity and acculturation among migrant communities in Asian countries. It uses a purposive sampling strategy, collects data through surveys, interviews, and cultural analysis tools. The findings are integrated using statistical techniques and analyzed thematically. Ethical considerations are followed to protect participants' rights and confidentiality. This approach provides nuanced insights into the experiences and challenges faced by migrants in diverse cultural contexts.

Results: The study explores the cultural identity and acculturation of migrant communities in Asian countries, revealing diverse patterns and factors like residence, socioeconomic status, and social support networks. It also highlights discrimination and the resilience of migrant communities in navigating cultural transitions. The findings emphasize the importance of a holistic approach to migrant populations, promoting cultural diversity and inclusive practices.

Implications of the research: The research provides evidence-based insights for policymakers to develop culturally sensitive policies for migrant communities, promoting social cohesion. Social integration initiatives can tailor programs to meet migrant needs, raise awareness of discrimination, inform further research, empower migrant communities, and foster cultural exchange. The findings underscore the importance of addressing migrant challenges and promoting equity, dignity, and social justice.

Originality/value: This research focuses on Asian migration patterns, offering unique insights into cultural identity and acculturation. It uses an interdisciplinary approach, combining sociology, psychology, anthropology, and cultural studies. The mixed-methods design provides nuanced understanding of migrant experiences. The findings have practical implications for policymakers and community organizations, promoting social inclusion and cultural diversity.
The Effectiveness of Flood Management System in Aceh
Authors: Rahman Bobby , Akmal M. , Muzaffarsyah Teuku , Muchlis  , Yunanda Rizki 
Published: April 2024

Purpose: Floods have become a common occurrence every year in the Aceh Province, Indonesia. Floods pose a serious problem in the region, affecting the lives of residents and existing infrastructure. Therefore, this research aims to analyze the effectiveness of flood management system in North Aceh District, Aceh Province. The study is conducted to evaluate existing flood management system and provide recommendations to enhance community awareness of flood disaster mitigation. Method: This research adopts a qualitative approach. Data are collected through interviews, field observations, and secondary data collection. The analytical method used was descriptive analysis. The findings of this research indicate that the flood management system in North Aceh still face several challenges. Results and conclusion: Although efforts have been made, they are considered temporary in addressing the recurring floods. Revitalization of embankments, drainage channels, and early warning systems still exhibit weaknesses in their implementation. Research implications: The existing embankments are insufficient to cope with periodic floods, and drainage channels are often clogged due to waste and sedimentation. The early warning system also remains ineffective in providing prompt and accurate warnings to the community.
التربية العقدية في العهد النبوي وتطبيقاتها التربوية
Authors: أحمد بن عفيف أسماء سالم 
Published: April 2024

استهدف البحث التعرف على ملامح التربية العقدية في العهد النبوي وتطبيقاتها التربوية من أجل الاستفادة منها وتعزيزها في نفوس أفراد المجتمع، واستخدم البحث المنهج الأصولي، والمنهج الوصفي، وتضمن إطارا عاما شمل مقدمة البحث ومشكلته وأسئلته وأهدافه وأهميته ومنهجه، ثم ثلاث مباحث للإطار النظري للبحث، تناول المبحث الأول أهم منطلقات التربية العقائدية في العهد النبوي، وتناول المبحث الثاني مظاهر التربية العقائدية في العهد النبوي ومدى انعكاساتها على الشخصية الإسلامية، بينما اهتم المبحث الثالث بالإطار الذي قامت عليه التربية العقائدية في العهد النبوي.
وتوصل البحث إلى عدة نتائج كان من أهمها: أن الإسلام جاء بنظام تربوي قائم على ترسيخ مبادئ وأصول العقيدة الصحيحة والقيم الأخلاقية، من أجل تنظيم حياة المسلمين في الدنيا والفوز برضا الله وجنته في الآخرة، كما أظهرت الدراسة أن النبي {r} حرص على أن يرسخ في نفوس الصحابة رضوان الله عليهم الإيمان والعمل الصالح وأداء الفرائض وتقوية الصلة بالله تعالى، وكذلك تدعيم السمات الإيجابية للشخصية وغرس القيم الصالحة، والإفادة من قصص الأنبياء والمرسلين، وذلك لتحقيق الوفاق على المستويين الفردي والجماعي للشخصية الإسلامية بالشكل الذي يساعد الفرد على التمسك بأصول العقيدة الصحيحة.
كما أكد البحث على التربية العقدية الوسطية والتي تعزز العمل على تحلي الفرد بالسلوك المتوازن في كل من ممارسات النفس البشرية سواء تلك المتعلقة بالإنجازات أو بإشباع الحاجات، لأن هذه الوسطية هي التجسيد الحي للعقيدة الصحيحة، ومن خلالها يتحقق الانسجام مع سنن الله وقوانينه في الخلق، ويحتاج الفرد إلى تحقيق مبادئ العقيدة الصحيحة لأنها تزرع في نفسه الأمل والرضا والسكينة، فهي تجعل النفس آمنةً مطمئنةً بحيث لا يظهر عليها قلق معيبٌ أو جزعٌ كثير، أو اضطراب في الأحوال، أو التهويل من شأن المصائب، فالعقيدة السليمة تجعل العبد موصولًا بمولاه على وجه حسن، جميل التوكل، كثير الالتجاء والتبتل، عظيم الخضوع، طويل الخشوع، يُعمل الفكر ويُديم العمل ولا يحصل ذلك إلا إن كانت النفوس آمنة مؤمنة مطمئنة.
النصوص الحديثية وأثرها في الإرشاد التربوي والنفسي
Authors: احمد السامرائي مهند شهاب 
Published: April 2024

يهدف هذا البحث الى توجيه المرشدين التربويين في المؤسسات التعليمية عامة وفي الثانويات الإسلامية خاصة الى ضرورة إرشاد الطلبة من خلال نصوص الحديث النبوي وتوظيفها في خدمة المسترشدين، وذلك لأهمية نصوص الحديث في كونها مصدراً مهما من مصادر التشريع الإسلامي الذي يعد اساساً في الإرشاد التربوي بما اشتمل عليه من الفاظ يستنبط منها عدد كبير من المعاني والفوائد، فهو يبين للمرشد كيفي ينتقى الفاظ الحديث النبوي من حيث الاصحية وعدمها وإختيار المعاني وكيف يتم توظيفها في خدمة المسترشد، ليكن أكثر نفعاً واثراً في نفوس المسترشدين، فقد اشتملت نصوص الإحاديث على جملة كبيرة من التوجيهات الإرشادية، والتي يمكن من خلالها غرس القيم الإخلاق وتزكية النفوس وتطهيرها من الوساوس، والإضطرابات النفسية التي تطرأ على الفرد والمجتمع .
الأبنية الصرفية من جذر(فجر) في المصحف الشريف ودلالاتها
Authors: عبد كحيوش كاظم جواد 
Published: April 2024

اللغة العربية واحدة من اللغات العالمية ولها مكانتها العالية إذ شرفها اللهُ تعالى بنزول القرآن الكريم فيها بأصواتها وألفاظها وجملها وما فيه من إعجاز بياني تحدى به الأنس والجن متمثلاً بقوله تعالى: قل لئن اجتمعت الانس والجن على أن يأتوا بمثل هذا القرآن لا يأتون بمثله ولو كان بعضهم لبعض ظهيرا [الإسراء :88],وطبيعة هذا الإعجاز والتحدي جعل لها هذا الاهتمام الكبير والعناية الفائقة لفهمها واستنباط الأحكام الشرعية من نصوص القرآن الكريم, ولم يتوقف عند هذا الحد بل معرفة الخلق في ماضيه وما يحصل له في المستقبل وهي علوم غيبية لا يعلمها ألا الله والأنبياء والراسخون في العلم , قال تعالى: وما يعلم تأويله إلا الله والراسخون في العلم يقولون آمنا به كل من عند ربنا وما يذكر إلا أولوا الألباب [ آل عمران :7] وقد تصدى لهذه المهمة العظيمة علماء أجلاء بدأت مذ عهد الخلفاء والصحابة رضوان الله عنهم وهم الرعيل الأول ومن جاء بعدهم ونتج عنهم هذا الإرث العظيم مفخرة الأمة, واليوم نحن على طريقهم سائرون إذ تناولنا في هذا البحث الأبنية الصرفية لجذر (فجر) في المصحف الشريف, وجاءت الدراسة فيه دراسة صرفية - دلالية، لما جاء من هذا الجذر من تقلبات صرفية ما بين الفعلية والاسمية ، وجاء منه الفعل بزمني الماضي والمضارع , ولم يأتِ منه فعل الأمر وهو مجردٌ من باب(ضَرَبَ- يَضْرِبُ) وجاء مزيداً أيضاً .
وكذلك تصريف الأسماء وجاء منها : أ. المشتقات: المصدر, واسم الفاعل. ب. جمع التكسير.
نسأل الله العزة والكرامة لأهل هذه اللغة إن شاء الله تعالى...
الاهتمام الاجتماعي وعلاقته بالتفكير المستقبلي لدى طلبة الجامعة
Authors: حسن حنان فلاح 
Published: April 2024

هدف البحث الحالي الى تعرف العلاقة الارتباطية بين الاهتمام الاجتماعي والتفكير المستقبلي لدى طلبة الجامعة ، واستعملت الباحثة مقياس الاهتمام الاجتماعي ويتكون من (24) فقرة ضمن أربعة مجالات رئيسية ومقياس التفكير المستقبلي ويتكون من (47) فقرة ضمن مجالين رئيسيين وتم التحقق من الصدق والثبات باستخراج الخصائص الإحصائية لهما وتم التوصل للنتائج بالوسائل الإحصائية المناسبة، وبلغت عينة البحث (400) طالب وطالبة ، وتوصلت الدراسة الى النتائج الاتية:

امتلاك عينة البحث للاهتمام الاجتماعي وبمستوى اعلى من المتوسط.
وجود فروق ذو دلالة في الاهتمام الاجتماعي حسب متغير الجنس.
امتلاك عينة البحث للتفكير المستقبلي وبمستوى اعلى من المتوسط.
وجود فروق ذات دلالة في التفكير المستقبلي حسب متغير التخصص (علمي-انساني)

5- وجود علاقة طردية دالة من الاهتمام الاجتماعي
THE QUEST FOR UTOPIA IN BLACK THEATRE: AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF NGUGI WA THING’O’S THE BLACK HERMIT
Authors: Ahmed Shirin Kamal 
Published: April 2024

Utopia, the idea of a perfect society, has been a central theme in literature, philosophy, and art for centuries. The desire for utopia has inspired countless visionaries and reformers, who have sought to create a better world through various means, such as religion, ideology, science, or art. However, utopia has also been criticized and ridiculed as an impossible or even dangerous dream, that distracts us from the reality of our imperfect and flawed world.
Ngugi Wa Thing’o, a prominent Kenyan writer and activist, has addressed the theme of utopia in many of his works, including his play The Black Hermit. Written in the 1960s, at a time of great political and cultural upheaval in Africa and beyond, The Black Hermit offers a complex and nuanced exploration of the quest for utopia in the context of black theatre. Through the character of the Black Hermit, a revolutionary who withdraws from the world to live in solitude, Ngugi raises questions about the nature and meaning of utopia, and its relationship to the struggles and aspirations of black people.
The aim of this research is to deepen our understanding of Ngugi's work and thought by analysing The Black Hermit as a text that engages with the theme of utopia in a creative and thought-provoking way. It also examines how Ngugi uses the play to critique and challenge various utopia-building projects, and to propose his own vision of utopia as a process of becoming. The research also considers the relevance and significance of Ngugi's utopia to the contemporary world and the ways in which it speaks to universal human concerns.
The Impact of Religious Sense on Graham Greene’s Selected Novels
Authors: Khalaf Salih Luhaib Hamid 
Published: April 2024

This paper discusses the religious impact on Greene’ works and the conversion from Orthodoxy to the Roman Catholicism. Especially in the trilogy novels called: Brighton Rock 1938, The Power and The Glory 1940 and The Heart of the Matter 1948. This study reveals the urge insisting of Graham Greene’s desire to insert and restore the importance of human act through the religious sense to the English novel, whereas the decline of moral was much evident in that era.
This research examines the central theme in the selected novels and applies the (moral good theories), the theme is the conflict between good and evil. This theme developed with Greene’s acceptance and obsession with the Roman Catholic faith. This acceptance can be considered as a turning point in his profession, as well as his marriage from a Catholic girl Vivien Dayrell-Browning contributed to his obsession. Eventually, the religious sense is inseparable from Greene’s novels and its effect is quite evident on his literary works.