bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Forecasting Lending Interest Rates of Commercial Banks in Cameroon with Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) Model.
Authors: Huboh Samuel Ringmu , Njong Mom Aloysius , Mbu Daniel Tambi 
Published: October 2023

Purpose: Lending Interest rate prediction is one of the most relevant aspects in the banking sector and a country’s economy. Lending is an important variable within this sector since economic and market conditions vary over time. Efficient methods are needed to describe the trends and characteristics of lending interest rate. The performance of different time series models for analysis of lending interest rates of commercial banks in Cameroon is provided to determine the feasibility of method for the generation of results in the wake of economic decisions.
Methodology: Historical time series of lending interest rates in the banking sector in Cameroon were analysed for the period 1972 to 2023. The Box-Jenkins methodology was used to analyse the time Series data.
Findings: It was revealed that 76.75% of the variation in Lending interest rates in Cameroon is accounted for by the lending interest rates for the past 52 years, the inflation rate for the past 52 years and the GDP for the last 52 years. Therefore, an increase in lending interest rates 52 years ago by one unit will increase lending interest rates today by 0.808 units. Similarly, an in increase in inflation by one unit will reduce lending interest rates by 0.002 units. In addition, an increase in GDP by one unit will reduce lending interest rates by 0.000001 unit. The ARIMAX (1,1,4) demonstrated to be more robust. Therefore, lending interest rates in Cameroon will reduce with time as from the year 2023 to 2027 and above. Investors are encouraged to borrow from the banks and invest within this time frame.
Unique Contribution to Theory Practice and Policy: Long and varying lags of interest rates separate the effects of monetary policy from the economy and has caused a lot of unemployment in any society. The degree to which interest rates rise has pulled down the economy is alarming. This can be seen in businesses, economic projections, and spending. More businesses report that interest rates have reduced their capital and non-capital spending expectations compared to 2022. A further indication that the impact of higher interest rates has yet to be fully felt is evidence that keeping the existing policy course will limit the spending activity of more enterprises. Monetary policy has surpassed all other concerns for finance executives in the past quarter. Survey participants mentioned interest rates in their decision to cut spending. The study provides a unique way of comparing results of interest rates using a traditional time series model to a typical Interest rate model.BEAC should chose an accommodating monetary policy centred on decreasing the already high interest rate and injecting cash into CEMAC savings in response to the economic shock currently existing in Cameroon.
Sourcing Strategies and Organizational Performance of Muranga Co-Operative Creameries Kenya
Authors: Kinuthia Jackson Kiarii , Amuhaya Joyce 
Published: October 2023

Purpose: The general objective of this study was to establish the influence of sourcing strategies on organizational performance of Murang’a Co-operative Creameries in Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to establish the influence of single sourcing strategy, multiple sourcing strategy, delegated sourcing strategy and parallel sourcing strategy on organizational performance of Murang’a Co-operative Creameries in Kenya. The theories anchoring the study comprised of Agency theory, Network Theory and Systems Theory.
Methodology: This study utilized a descriptive research design. The target population comprised of Murang’a Co-operative Creameries where the units of observation comprised of employees from human resource department, quality assurance department, production department, maintenance department, sales department and accounts, finance department in Muranga Co-operative Creameries. A total of 76 employees were targeted in the study. Primary data was utilized in the study and collected using semi structured questionnaire that were administered by drop and pick methods. The research used a mixed approach to data analysis. Descriptive analysis involved use of measure of central tendency and standard deviation as a measure of dispersion. Inferential statistics comprised of both correlation and regression analysis. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24.0 was used to generate the statistics. The results of the study were presented in form of tables and figures.
Findings: The study established that single sourcing strategy, multiple sourcing strategy, delegated sourcing strategy and parallel sourcing strategy bears a positive and significant influence on organizational performance of Murang’a Co-operative Creameries in Kenya. This is shown by beta values of 0.216, 0.549, 0.406 and 0.315 and significant values of 0.011, 0.000, 0.000 and 0.003 respectively. The results implies that increasing the independent variables with one unit results to increase in the levels of organizational performance of Murang’a Co-operative Creameries with the respective beta units.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study provides recommendation to Murang’a Co-operative Creameries to enhance the levels of sourcing strategies comprising of single sourcing strategy, multiple sourcing strategy, delegated sourcing strategy and parallel sourcing strategy since the practices positively and significantly influences organizational performance.
LEVERAGING APPLIED GEOPHYSICS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION: A SOUTH WEST NIGERIAN PERSPECTIVE ON DATA ANALYSIS AND POLICY IMPLEMENTATION
Authors: Adeyinka Alex Banso  , Joy Otibhor Olurin  , Oluwaseun Ayo Ogunjobi  
Published: October 2023

This research aimed to delve into the potential of applied geophysics in environmental conservation, with a specific focus on the South West Nigerian context, and its implications for data analysis and policy implementation. Through a comprehensive review of peer-reviewed articles, case studies, and primary research, the study explored various geophysical techniques and their applications in environmental conservation efforts. The research highlighted the efficacy of these techniques in the South West Nigerian region, emphasizing their significance in shaping environmental policies. Despite the evident potential, challenges and limitations associated with these techniques were also identified. The study further provided suggestions for improved environmental conservation strategies and highlighted potential areas for continued research in the realm of applied geophysics. In conclusion, while applied geophysics offers promising tools for environmental conservation, a holistic approach, integrating both scientific and policy-driven strategies, is essential for sustainable conservation efforts in South West Nigeria. Recommendations include fostering collaborations between geoscientists, policymakers, and local communities, and investing in further research to address identified gaps.
Keywords: Applied Geophysics, Environmental Conservation, South West Nigeria, Policy Implementation, Data Analysis.
Biskup J. S. Pelczar wobec zgromadzeń ks. B. Markiewicza
Authors: Kasperkiewicz Karolina 
Published: October 2023

Niniejsze opracowanie zawiera polemikę Karoliny Kasperkiewicz z artykułem Zatarg księdza Bronisława Markiewicza z biskupem Józefem Pelczarem autorstwa ks. Aleksego Petraniego.
STUDY OF THE EFFECT OF ADDITIONS OF OXIDES K2O, Na2O, MgO, Аl2O3 ON DENSITY, VISCOSITY, SEPARABILITY AND COVERING ABILITY OF THE SCLAG OF THE СаО–MnO–SiO2 SYSTEM IN AUTOMATIC SUBMEREGED ARC WELDING OF LOW CARBON STEEL
Authors: Дуняшин Н.С. , Худоёров С.С. , Заиркулов Э.Ё.у. , Мартюшев Н.В. , Валуев Д.В. , Карлина А.И. 
Published: October 2023

Работа направлена на исследование влияния добавок оксидов K2O, Na2O, MgO, Аl2O3 на плотность и вязкость шлака, а также отделимость и кроющую способность шлака системы СаО–MnO–SiO2, полученного при расплавлении плавленого флюса при автоматической дуговой сварке низкоуглеродистых сталей. Предметом исследования являются физико-химические и технологические свойств шлаков, механические свойства сварных соединений, полученных в результате процесса автоматической дуговой сварки под слоем флюса. Показано, что с увеличением содержания K2O и Na2O плотность и вязкость шлака, а также отделимость шлаковой корки уменьшаются, а увеличение содержания MgO и А12O3 повышает плотность и вязкость шлака. Разработан состав шлаковой основы плавленого флюса на базе рудно-минерального сырья Республики Узбекистан, выбранный на основе диаграммы плавкости тройной системы СаО–MnO–SiO2. Полученные результаты позволили повысить прочностные свойства сварных соединений на 10–12%.
The work is aimed at studying the effect of additions of oxides K2O, Na2O, MgO, A12O3 on the density and viscosity of the slag, as well as the separability and covering ability of the slag of the CaO–MnO–SiO2 system obtained by melting the fused flux during automatic arc welding of lowcarbon steels. The subject of research is the physicochemical and technological properties of slags, the mechanical properties of welded joints obtained as a result of the process of automatic arc welding under a layer of flux. It is shown that with an increase in the content of K2O and Na2O, the density and viscosity of the slag, as well as the separability of the slag crust, decrease, an increase in the content of MgO and A12O3 increases the density and viscosity of the slag. Based on the results of the work, the composition of the slag base of fused flux was developed on the basis of ore-mineral raw materials of the Republic of Uzbekistan, selected on the basis of the melting diagram of the CaO–MnO–SiO2 ternary system. The results obtained made it possible to increase the strength properties of welded joints by 10–12%.
INFLUENCE OF TECHNOLOGICAL PARAMETERS OF MANUFACTURING AND HEAT TREATMENT ON THE STRUCTURAL-PHASE COMPOSITION AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF ROLLED THIN-SHEETS FROM VT47 ALLOY
Authors: Оглодков М.С. , Ширяев А.А. , Ночовная Н.А. 
Published: October 2023

Показано, что комплекс технологических и механических свойств псевдо-β-титановых сплавов позволяет изготавливать из них высокопрочные детали сложного профиля для авиационной техники. Проведены исследования влияния технологических режимов изготовления и упрочняющей термической обработки на структуру и механические свойства тонколистовых катаных заготовок из псевдо-β-титанового сплава ВТ47. Установлено, что степень деформации при холодной прокатке заготовок вследствие протекания рекристаллизационных процессов при нагреве до температур β-области не оказывает существенного воздействия на механические свойства сплава в термически упрочненном состоянии. Изменение температуры старения позволяет управлять комплексом прочностных и пластических характеристик сплава ВТ47 в широких пределах.
It is shown that the complex of technological and mechanical properties of metastable β-titanium alloys makes it possible to produce highstrength parts of a complex shape for aviation equipment from them. The influence of technological modes of manufacture and hardening heat treatment on the structure and mechanical properties of thin-sheet rolled semi-finished products from metastable β-titanium alloy VT47 has been studied. It has been established, that the degree of deformation during cold rolling of sheets due to the occurrence of recrystallization processes upon heating to temperatures of the β-region does not significantly affect the mechanical properties of the alloy in a solution treatment and ageing state. Varying the aging temperature makes it possible to control the combination of strength and plastic characteristics of the VT47 alloy over a wide range.
SMELTING OF Fe–Si–Mn–Al COMPLEX ALLOY USING HIGH-ASH COAL
Authors: Нурумгалиев А.Х. , Заякин О.В. , Жунискалиев Т.Т. , Келаманов Б.С. , Мухамбеткалиев Е.К. 
Published: October 2023

Приведены результаты исследований получения комплексной лигатуры Fe–Si–Mn–Al. В качестве шихтовых материалов использованы высококремнистые бедные марганцевые руды месторождения Западный Камыс (18–30% Mn и 35–45% SiO2) и высокозольный уголь месторождения Сарыадыр (Казахстан), зольностью 45–55%. Технологические исследования проведены в руднотермической электропечи мощностью 250 кВА. Получена опытная партия лигатуры, со средним химическим составом, %: Mn – 20; Si – 42; Al – 16; P – 0,03; Fe – остальное. Выявлены зависимости содержания алюминия, кремния и марганца в конечном сплаве от отношений (Mnокс+Feокс+SiO2+Al2O3)/Ств и Mnокс/(Mnокс+Feокс+SiO2+Al2O3) в исходной шихте. Показана принципиальная возможность и целесообразность получения алюмосиликомарганцевой лигатуры нового состава бесшлаковым методом с комплексным использованием всех полезных компонентов бедной марганцевой руды и высокозольного угля. Рентгенограмма опытных образцов свидетельствует о том, что фазовый состав сплава представлен в виде интерметаллидов – MnSi, Mn15Si26, Al2Fe3Si4, Al5Fe2, FeSi и структурно свободным кремнием. Полученные лигатуры выбранного состава не подвержены реакциям саморассыпания.
The results of studies on obtaining a complex Fe–Si–Mn–Al ligature are presented. High-silicon poor manganese ores of the West Kamys ore deposit (18–30% Mn and 35–45% SiO2) and high-ash coal of the Saryadyr deposit (Kazakhstan) with an ash content of 45–55% were used as charge materials. Technological studies were carried out in an ore-thermal electric oven with a capacity of 250 kVA. An experimental batch of ligature with an average chemical composition was obtained, %: Mn – 20; Si – 42; Al – 16; P – 0.03; Fe – the rest. Dependences of aluminum, silicon and manganese content in the final alloy on the ratios (Mnox+Feox+SiO2+Al2O3)/Stv and Mnox/(Mnox+Feox+SiO2+Al2O3) in the initial charge have been revealed. The fundamental possibility and expediency of obtaining an aluminosilic manganese ligature of a new composition by the slag-free method with the integrated use of all useful components of poor manganese ore and high-ash coal is shown. The X-ray of prototypes indicates that the phase composition of the alloy is presented in the form of intermetallics - MnSi, Mn15Si26, Al2Fe3Si4, Al5Fe2, FeSi and structurally free silicon. The resulting ligatures of the selected composition are not subject to self-scatching reactions.
Síntese de Evidências sobre Estratégias para Redução da Mortalidade Materna no Município de Franco da Rocha, São Paulo
Authors: Médici de Figueiredo Carolina , Da Silva Duarte Inayá , C. Alves do Santos Luciana , De Mendonça Freire Luciana , Rocha Marcelo Tatiane Aparecida , Isoyama Venancio Sonia 
Published: October 2023

O Brasil ainda está longe de atingir uma das Metas do Milênio assumidas em 1990, de redução da mortalidade materna (MM). Atualmente, morrem no país cerca de 69 mulheres a cada 100 mil nascidos vivos, mas pelas metas da Organização das Nações Unidas esse número deveria ser de no máximo 35 mulheres. Nesse contexto, é possível ressaltar que as principais causas dessas mortes são a hipertensão arterial, hemorragia, complicações de aborto em condições inseguras e infecção pós-parto. Ademais, notam-se índices elevados de mortalidade materna no Brasil em regiões periféricas, onde o acesso às redes de saúde é quase inexistente e/ou precário. No município de Franco da Rocha, as altas taxas de MM vêm preocupando os gestores da saúde, especialmente por estarem relacionadas a causas consideradas evitáveis. Este artigo apresenta alguns resultados de uma Síntese de Evidências elaborada por alunas do Programa de Aprimoramento Profissional em Saúde Coletiva do Instituto de Saúde, com apoio do Núcleo de Evidências do Instituto de Saúde, o qual integra a Rede para Políticas Informadas por Evidências – EVIPNet Brasil, com o objetivo de apoiar a gestão municipal de saúde de Franco da Rocha na tomada de decisões para o enfrentamento da MM.
ANALISIS KONTRASTIF WORTSTELLUNG DALAM KALIMAT SEDERHANA BAHASA JERMAN DAN BAHASA INGGRIS
Authors: Dilis Ristika D. S. , Bingku Soflies Marry E. , Lendo Sjuul J. 
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan, menganalisis, dan membandingkan persamaan dan perbedaan wortstellung (penempatan kata) dalam kalimat sederhana bahasa Jerman dan bahasa Inggris. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan studi kepustakaan (library research) sebagai teknik pengumpulan data serta analisis kontrastif (perbandingan) sebagai teknik analisis data. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terdapat persamaan dan perbedaan wortstellung (penempatan kata) dalam kalimat sederhana bahasa Jerman dan bahasa Inggris. Persamaannya adalah kalimat sederhana dalam bahasa Jerman dan bahasa Inggris secara umum memiliki pola yang sama, S + P/V + O/C. Perbedaannya adalah kalimat sederhana dalam bahasa Jerman polanya dapat divariasikan dengan menukarkan posisi subjek dan objek, tetapi posisi verba tetap berada pada urutan kedua sedangkan dalam bahasa Inggris hal ini tidak diterapkan. Selain itu, dalam bahasa Jerman, untuk menyatakan bentuk waktu sekarang dapat memiliki pola S + P/V + O/C, sedangkan dalam bahasa Inggris selain dengan pola yang sama, dapat juga memiliki pola S + to be + Verb-ing + O/C (present continuous tense).
ANALISIS KESALAHAN KONJUGASI MODALVERBEN PADA KALIMAT SEDERHANA DALAM BAHASA JERMAN (SEBUAH STUDI DI SMA NEGERI 2 TONDANO)
Authors: Mine Stepani , Lendo Sjuul J. , Sarajar Denny R. 
Published: October 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan kesalahan yang dibuat siswa dalam melakukan konjugasi Modalverben beserta faktor-faktor yang menyebabkan siswa melakukan kesalahan tersebut. Selain itu penelitian ini memberikan gambaran tentang kesulitan-kesulitan yang dihadapi siswa dalam mempelajari Konjugasi Modalverben. Penelitian berlokasi di SMA Negeri 2 Tondano. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif. Pengumpulan data dalam penelitian dilaksanakan melalui dokumentasi yang berupa wawancara dan tes tertulis dalam bentuk pilihan ganda (Multiple Choice). Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah teknik analisis kesalahan dengan mengacu pada Taksonomi Siasat Permukaan yaitu penghilangan, penambahan, salah formasi dan salah susun. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa frekuensi kesalahan yang dilakukan oleh responden berdasarkan taksonomi siasat permukaan yang paling dominan adalah jenis kesalahan penghilangan dan penambahan. Adapun faktor-faktor penyebab kesalahan dalam mengkonjugasikan Modalverben yang ditemui peneliti yaitu adanya interferensi bahasa pertama terhadap bahasa kedua, adanya perbedaan kaidah bahasa pertama dan kedua, dan adanya penyamarataan kaidah yang berlebihan. Manfaat dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendapatkan data, informasi, dan gambaran faktual tentang kesalahan siswa dalam menggunakan Konjugasi Modalverben serta memberikan masukan kepada para pengajar bahasa Jerman tentang kesulitan pembelajar di SMA Negeri 2 Tondano dalam menentukan dan menggunakan Modalverben, sehingga para pengajar dapat melaksanakan kegiatan pengajaran secara lebih baik.
Effect of a rehabilitation program on quality of life among 2nd degree burn adolescents
Authors: Abdallah Zainab Attia , Abdalla Sara Sayed , Elagamy Ali ElSayed Ali , Elmowafi Hanan Kheir Abd Ellatif , Khalifa Asmaa Farouk 
Published: October 2023

Background: Burn injuries can have profound physical, psychological, and social effects on adolescent when identity and self-esteem are developing. Adolescents with 2nd degree burn injury often face challenges on quality of life, which may include physical pain and discomfort, functional limitations, body image concerns, social isolation, and difficulties with school. Aim of the study: is to assess the effect of a rehabilitation program on quality of life of 2nd degree burn adolescents. Research design: A quasi experimental design was used in study. Study subjects consisted of 100 2nd degree burn adolescents. Setting: The study was conducted at burn unit of plastic surgery department and related outpatient clinic at Ain Shams University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt. Tools: Data was collected using 1): Demographic characteristics of the studied adolescents and their medical data; 2): Pre-post Burn Specific Health Scores-Brief (BSHS-B) assessment; 3) Pre-post Burn Patients' health care needs assessment; 4) Pre-post Children’s Dermatology Life Quality Index. Results: It revealed improvement in the adolescents' posttest good quality of life from 31% to 61% after conduction of the rehabilitation program. Also, the total mean score of BSHS-B and total health care needs were improved by 75.26±18.6 and 39.25±3.79.
A abordagem neuropsicopedagógica em transtornos específicos da aprendizagem: um resumo
Authors: Rodrigues Michele Aparecida Cerqueira , Da Silveira Francis Moreira , Lopes Gabriel César Dias , Marie Simon 
Published: October 2023

Com o aumento nas pesquisas relacionadas as dificuldades de aprendizagem, urge a necessidade de se esclarecer alguns pontos importantes relacionados ao tema. Principalmente, no que tange as especificidades de cada aluno, visando a adequação nas intervenções neuropsicopedagógicas. Desta forma, o objetivo deste artigo é ressaltar a existência de confusões entre os Transtornos Específicos de Aprendizagem (TEAp) e as dificuldades de aprendizagem (DA) derivadas de outros transtornos dentro do espectro dos Transtornos do Neurodesenvolvimento. Para isso, faz-se uma pesquisa de cunho qualitativo-bibliográfico de artigos publicados no sistema Redalyc no período de agosto de 2022. Constatou-se um número ínfimo de pesquisas inerentes as palavras-chave utilizadas. Desta forma, encontra-se uma necessidade de expansão da publicação de artigos a fim de dirimir inconsistências frente às dificuldades de aprendizagem visando melhor atendimento dos estudantes dentro e fora das salas de aulas.
A utilização das ferramentas Trello, Scrum e Kanban como possibilidades para a transdisciplinaridade na educação
Authors: Campos Lúcia Nunes , Porto Marcelo Duarte , De Almeida Francisco Alberto Severo 
Published: October 2023

O presente artigo tem como objetivo demonstrar como métodos de gestão, por vezes aqui designados como “ferramentas”, podem auxiliar na práxis metodológica transdisciplinar. A escolha da utilização do estudo de ferramentas da gestão para a implementação da transdisciplinaridade se justifica, uma vez que as metodologias de gestão orientam as rotinas em variados níveis: institucional, tático, operacional etc., fazendo com que o pensamento se expanda para diversos aspectos imprescindíveis para a efetuação do trabalho coletivo, levando em consideração o contexto geral, partindo em seguida para os contextos específicos e ratificando o pensamento moriniano que diz ser impossível conhecer as partes sem conhecer o todo e, também, conhecer o todo sem conhecer particularmente as partes. Os métodos ágeis de gestão também possibilitam o entrelaçamento entre a equipe e o aperfeiçoamento da comunicação. Isso auxilia na tecedura do conhecimento. A investigação pode ser caracterizada como qualitativa, de natureza básica, exploratória e bibliográfica com caráter interdisciplinar, pois articula teorias tanto da área educacional quanto da administrativa. Para construir uma visão mais aprofundada, esta pesquisa será fundamentada nas ideias de Morin e nos pressupostos da complexidade. Para alcançar o objetivo geral, constituíram-se os seguintes objetivos específicos: estudar a concepção de Complexidade, de acordo com Edgar Morin; distinguir disciplina, interdisciplinaridade e transdisciplinaridade; evidenciar a concepção de Edgar Morin sobre transdisciplinaridade; e conhecer as ferramentas de gestão Trello, Scrum e Kanban e suas aplicações em ambiente educacional.