bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Remote Work, Intrinsic Motivation, and Job Satisfaction: Unveiling the Nexus in Contemporary Organizations
Authors: Marchelinda Niken , Abadiyah Rifdah 
Published: November 2023

This quantitative study investigates the intricate relationship between remote work arrangements, non-physical work environments, intrinsic motivation, and job satisfaction, with a focus on CV Berca Putra Delta. Data from 66 respondents were collected through questionnaires, augmented by secondary data such as company profiles and organizational structure. Employing PLS software version 3.0, the study evaluates convergent validity, discriminant validity, reliability, and R-square values. Hypothesis testing incorporates Path Coefficient and Indirect Effect analyses. The findings shed light on the multifaceted dynamics of contemporary work settings, offering valuable insights for global scholars and organizations seeking to optimize employee satisfaction in an evolving professional landscape.
Highlights:

The study explores the impact of remote work on job satisfaction.
Intrinsic motivation is analyzed as a key driver of employee well-being.
Quantitative research methods are employed to assess these relationships.

Keywords: Remote Work, Intrinsic Motivation, Job Satisfaction, Non-Physical Work Environment, Quantitative Research
Enhancing Arabic Vocabulary Mastery in Vocational Students: A Flashcard-Based Approach
Authors: Ramadhani Muhammad Adam , Ammar Farikh Marzuki 
Published: November 2023

This study, conducted at a vocational school, aimed to enhance students' Arabic vocabulary proficiency utilizing flashcard-based methods, including the "What’s Missing" and "Slowly-Slowly" games. Employing a qualitative-quantitative approach with a One-Group Pretest-Posttest Design, 22 students out of a total population of 280 were sampled. Data collection encompassed teacher and student activity observations, alongside pretest and posttest assessments. Teacher activity exhibited 83.8% engagement, while student activity demonstrated 87.5%. Analysis of pretest and posttest scores revealed a noteworthy increase from 67.13 to 87.18. Statistical analysis using SPSS demonstrated a significant improvement (p < 0.05), affirming the effectiveness of flashcard media in elevating Arabic vocabulary mastery. These findings advocate for the integration of interactive, visual aids in language instruction, with implications for broader pedagogical practices.
Highlight:

Innovative Pedagogy: The study introduces a novel approach to language instruction using interactive flashcard-based methods, enhancing Arabic vocabulary acquisition in a vocational school setting.

Engaging Activities: Both teacher and student engagement levels were high, indicating the effectiveness of the chosen methodology in fostering active participation and learning.

Quantifiable Improvement: The significant increase in average scores from pretest to posttest underscores the positive impact of flashcard media on Arabic vocabulary mastery, as validated by statistical analysis using SPSS.

Keyword: Arabic Vocabulary, Flashcard-Based Methods, Language Instruction, Vocational Education, Pedagogical Practices
K-means and RS based DEA model and its application in Chinese low-carbon efficiency
Authors: Shen Chaofeng , Zhang Jun 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Since the evaluation results of DEA method are difficult to reflect the differences among many samples, the rough set idea is introduced, the comprehensive efficiency value solved by DEA is taken as the decision attribute, and other indicators are taken as the conditional attribute, and the index is relatively reduced. On the one hand, the kernel attribute is extracted to reduce the redundancy among indicators and maintain the unity of the index system. On the other hand, the provinces with effective and invalid DEA results are segmented into low input and high output, high input and high output, low input and low output, and then the low carbon efficiency of different provinces can be analyzed and the solution direction can be proposed. However, the data used in rough sets must be discretized data. In this paper, the contour coefficient method is used to optimize the K-means algorithm to obtain the optimal cluster number and classification results, so that the discretized data obtained can be used for the relative reduction of rough sets. The results show that Anhui, Hunan, Jiangxi, Chongqing, Guizhou, Shaanxi and Heilongjiang with invalid DEA show low input and low output and high input and low output. The provinces with effective DEA and high output and low input and high output are Shanghai, Gansu, Qinghai, Yunnan, Xinjiang, Henan and Zhejiang with the best low carbon efficiency. The provinces with high input and low output of DEA are Beijing, Hubei and Sichuan, which do not allocate resources well and have the worst low-carbon efficiency. On the whole, the distribution of low carbon efficiency has spatial autocorrelation, and there are high-high aggregation, high-low aggregation and low-low aggregation.
Microbes and wastewater treatment
Authors: Dharani L. , Umapriya R. , Rohan J. , Surendran G. , Deepak P. 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Wastewater is considered a source of water, power, and enriching nutrient for plants. Wastewater treatment is among the most significant biotechnological procedures for treating municipal and industrial sewage across the world. Conventional wastewater treatment methods, however, have constraints, primarily because they are cost-intensive to achieve the aim of wastewater remediation. Microorganisms, on the contrary, outperform humans when it comes to sewage water purification. Their ability to decompose a wide range of organic chemicals and cycle components such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and carbon is unparalleled in ecology. These characteristics have been successfully used in microbial wastewater treatment plants. This chapter discusses the necessity for wastewater treatment, and the function of diverse microbes in wastewater treatment, including new and developing technologies that use microbes for wastewater treatment and purification, such as microbial fuel cells, bioremediation, and activated sludge processes along with the challenges and prospects of using microorganisms in wastewater treatment.
Bioremediation: role of zooplankton in urban waters
Authors: Sengupta Tanusree , Mitra Arup Kumar 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
The various everyday developments of our urban society have led to the improvement of industries and agricultural growth causing the mismanagement of wastewaters coming out from these industries. This wastewater exerts many faceted pollution issues leading to the biomagnification and thus affecting human population. Bioremediation is one of the most effective methods of removing hazardous impurities from wastewater. Due to their role as bio indicators in showing the status of any environment, zooplankton have been used to remove the effects of hazardous pollutants from wastewater and thus aid in bioremediation for a while. Zooplankton and other microbes act to remove or reduce pollutants through biological degradation of pollutants into nontoxic substances. Several parameters decide the correct method of bioremediation among in situ or ex situ methods. Processes like bio stimulation, bioaugmentation, bioventing, bio piles and bio attenuation are required to develop a complete bioremediation process.
Exploiting hydrocarbon-degrading bacteria for reclamation of petroleum hydrocarbon polluted sites
Authors: Singh Anil Kumar 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Petroleum hydrocarbon pollution has emerged as one of the major problem worldwide. Indiscriminate activities of petrochemical industry and accidental spills have contaminated both land and water bodies. Cleaning of hydrocarbon contaminated site and refurbishing it to uncontaminated condition is a challenging task. Bioremediation is often employed for restoration and reclamation of petroleum hydrocarbon-contaminated site as it is an environment-friendly technology. In bioremediation, metabolic capabilities of hydrocarbon utilizing microorganisms particularly bacteria are exploited to remove pollutant. In recent past, bacteria-assisted reclamation process has advanced to a new level and achieved several goals with the aid of extremophiles. However, there are several environmental factors that hinder practical application of this technology. This chapter provides an overview of bacteria-assisted reclamation of petroleum hydrocarbon-polluted sites. It also discusses chemistry of petroleum hydrocarbons, sources of contaminations, toxicity, fate of petroleum hydrocarbons in the environment, microbial hydrocarbon degradation pathways, bioremediation technologies generally employed for reclamation and different factors influencing reclamation.
Myconanoremediation of various environmental toxicants: challenges and future perspectives
Authors: Prabhu N. , Archana A. , Someshwari G. , Priyanka G. , Livithra S. , Chozhavendhan S. , Gajendran T. 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
The application of nanotechnology in the area of environment has been studied extensively. With the rise in environmental challenges, one of biotechnology's primary concerns is the remediation of the environment. This technique can be called bioremediation and it works to decontaminate the environment by using microorganisms like fungi or their enzymes to break down hazardous compounds into non-hazardous ones. The combination of various particle and organism types, including fungi along with nanotechnology, can offer ecologically responsible alternatives for bioremediation. Nanoparticles are one of the varieties of nanomaterials and have found extensive use in a wide range of applications. Iron oxide nanoparticles were considered a good candidate for nanoparticles that is appropriate for usage in biosystems because of their chemical stability and low toxicity. As a result, components like bioactive nanoparticles, nanocomposites, and nanocatalysts have been used more in the creation of procedures and techniques for cleaning up an environment contaminated with chemical waste.
Role of biomass-based biorefinery in mitigating environmental pollution
Authors: Garkoti Pankaj , Tiwari Harshit , Sarkar Priyanka , Bhunia Biswanath 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

About 400 trillion liters of wastewater is generated yearly due to widespread and inefficient water use. The wastewater from different sources contains many nutrients, including nitrogen, phosphorous, and carbon. Therefore, these nutrients must be recovered using appropriate sustainable processes. The selection of the proper process depends upon the type of waste and its generation. Hence, there is a need to implement a biorefinery approach to utilize organic and biological pollutants to recover energy and bioproducts. For sustainable and inexpensive wastewater treatment, microalgae-based processes have garnered considerable interest. The biomass produced by microalgae can be used in bioenergy production and other value-added products. Thus, this chapter provides state-of-the art information regarding the potential of biomass-based integrated biorefineries for effluent treatment.
Analysis of extreme annual rainfall in North-Eastern India using machine learning techniques
Authors: Agarwal Shivam , Mukherjee Disha , Debbarma Nilotpal 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

The machine learning techniques of Multiple Linear Regression (MLR), Generalized Additive Models (GAMs), and the Random Forest (RF) Method have been used to analyze the extreme annual rainfall in the six states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and Nagaland in North-Eastern (NE) India. Latitude, longitude, altitude, and temperature were the covariates that were used in this study. Ordinary Kriging was used to interpolate the predicted outcomes of each dataset. Statistical metrics like Mean Absolute Errors (MAE), Root Mean Square Error (RMSE), Coefficients of Determination (COD-R2), and Nash–Sutcliffe Efficiency (NSE) were also assessed. When compared to satellite rainfall data, all techniques performed significantly better for ground rainfall data. For prediction, GAM's predicted rainfall values triumph over MLR or RF. RF ranks a close second, while the linearity of MLR prohibits it from making precise predictions for a physical phenomenon like rainfall. The MAE and RMSE of GAM forecasts are significantly lower than those of MLR and RF in most circumstances. Additionally, the COD and NSE of GAM predictions are significantly better than both MLR and RF in most cases, showing that GAM, out of MLR, GAM, and RF, is the best model for predicting rain in our research area.
Application of ultrafiltration technology in drinking water industry of China: A comprehensive assessment of hybrid membrane processes
Authors: Jia Jinjin , Rui Min , Cheng Xiaoxiang , Liang Heng 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

Over the last decades, ultrafiltration (UF) has been and will continue to play an important role in the Chinese drinking water industry. The hybrid membrane processes have been emerging as promising alternatives to traditional treatment processes. This review paper offers a thorough overview of the current status of UF technology in the drinking water industry in China, while also evaluating the landscape of different hybrid membrane processes. The paper conducts statistical analysis on the projects operational between 2004 and 2022; and those currently under construction. This analysis accentuates the evolution of scale and capacity, geographical distribution characteristics, and the driving forces. Furthermore, the characteristics and application scenarios of several hybrid membrane processes are emphatically described, including direct UF, gravity-driven membrane process, coagulation-UF, activated carbon-UF, medium-flow process, long-flow process, and double-membrane process. A granular dissection of UF membrane market distribution follows, including an incisive comparison between submerged and pressurized UF membrane systems. Finally, the potential trajectory of UF in the Chinese drinking water industry is prospected. UF applications have grown significantly in China's drinking water industry, with the dominance of medium- and long-flow membrane processes. UF technology will contribute to future decentralized water supply.
Analysis of the stress-strain state of the tibial model in case of its fracture in the upper third with various types of osteosynthesis under increasing bending load
Authors: Stroev M.Yu. , Berezka M.I. , Vlasenko D.V. , Bitchuk M.D. , Karpinsky M.Yu. , Yaresko O.V. 
Published: November 2023

Background. Currently, there is an increase in the lower limb fractures (47.3 %). More than 50 % of complications are related to the treatment of tibial fractures, which caused 27.9 % of disability. Goal: to conduct a comparative analysis of the stress-strain state of the tibial models with a fracture in the upper third with different options of osteosynthesis under bending load depending on the patient’s weight. Materials and methods. The model simulated a tibial fracture in the upper third and three types of osteosynthesis using an external fixation device (EFD), a bone plate and an intramedullary rod. The models were tested under the influence of a bending load of 700 and 1200 N. Results. Normally, the stress under bending load is maximal in the distal tibia. When using EFD, the maximum stress level is observed in the distal fragment of the tibia. During osteosynthesis with a bone plate, the stresses are maximal in the fracture zone. Osteosynthesis with an intramedullary rod provides the lowest stress level in the fracture zone. An increase in the load up to 1200 N leads to an elevation in the stress values in all elements of the model. Conclusions. Under bending loads, indicators of the stress level in the fracture zone and the metal structure were the worst when using a bone plate. Osteosynthesis with the help of EFD ensures the lowest level of stress in the fracture zone, it is also worth noting the lowest level of stress on the device itself. Quite low stress indicators in the fracture zone and in the proximal fragment of the tibia occur when using osteosynthesis with an intramedullary rod.
Women and Radio in Semporna, Sabah – In the Name of Development Communication
Authors: Ibrahim Intan Soliha , Kamu Assis , Foo Jurry , Abdul Wahab Juliana 
Published: November 2023

In the context of radio, the gist of development communication is how the radio is used to aid social development. Although there are studies on radio listenership, research on women's listening habits in Malaysia is inadequate, although women are dominant radio listeners globally. This study examines factors that motivate women's listening to the radio, mainly in Semporna, Sabah. The central question is how radio has become significant among women in Semporna? This research employs a quantitative research approach. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain information from 294 female respondents. A chi-square test, factor analysis, and Kruskal-Wallis test with Bonferroni correction were used to analyse the data. The findings of the chi-square test analysis revealed a significant link between radio listening and possessing a radio set at home (X2 = 33.871, df = 1, p 0.05). The Kruskal-Wallis test with Bonferroni correction was conducted to see whether the agreement score in listening to the radio for entertainment and peace of mind is different according to four factors: age, marital status, level of education and occupation. Thus, radio is no longer the primary medium to get information, except for undocumented people.
Hiperestrogenismo secundario a tumor de células de Sertoli en un perro con síndrome de ducto mülleriano persistente
Authors: Contreras Penguelly Karla , López Flores Selene A. , Ramírez Díaz María de Guadalupe , Leyva Zapata Luis M. , Muñoz Duarte Isabel 
Published: November 2023

Descripción del caso. Perro Schnauzer, macho de cuatro años. Presentó problemas dermatológicos, criptorquidismo unilateral y hematuria con dos semanas de evolución.
Hallazgos clínicos. En el examen físico general se palpó una masa intraabdominal, distensión abdominal, mucosas pálidas, fiebre y taquipnea.
Pruebas de laboratorio. Los resultados de laboratorio fueron pancitopenia en el hemograma, en la citología de médula ósea se observó mielofibrosis y en la histopatología de la masa intraabdominal se emitió el diagnóstico de Síndrome de ducto mülleriano persistente y tumor de células de Sertoli poliquístico.
Tratamiento y evolución. Después de la cirugía para extraer la masa intraabdominal, ´se deprimió y horas después falleció de un paro cardiorrespiratorio.
Relevancia clínica. Los tumores testiculares productores de hormonas pueden causar alteraciones sistémicas graves comprometiendo la vida del paciente.
Strategies for Low-Income Families in Facilitating Children to Learn Online During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Yolandari Joesa , Fatmariza  , Azwar Ananda  , Yurni Suasti  
Published: November 2023

The existence of a policy for implementing online learning has an impact on many parents who cannot meet their children's learning needs due to financial constraints. This study aims to find out the efforts made by low-income families to overcome children's learning problems. This research belongs to the type of qualitative descriptive research, with research subjects, 13 low-income families, six children from low-income families, and one cooperative employee/neighbor who lent money. Data collection in this study was carried out using observation, interview, and documentation methods, with research instruments in the form of observation and interview guidelines. The data obtained in the study were then analyzed using data triangulation techniques which consisted of data reduction, data display, and conclusion or verification processes. The results of data analysis then show that low-income families make five efforts to meet the learning needs of children, including doing side jobs with a total percentage of 69%, utilizing the labor of other family members to supplement income with a total percentage of 54%, making savings with a total percentage of 93%, borrowing money from cooperatives or relatives with a total percentage of 85%, and utilizing assistance provided by the government with a total percentage of 100%. These results show that parents always try to provide learning facilities/infrastructure during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Alteridade e Estudos Comparados
Authors: Fronteiraz Revista 
Published: November 2023

Nessa entrevista, as professoras e pesquisadoras da Universidade Aberta de Portugal Maria do Rosário Leitão Lupi Bello e Paula Mendes Coelho conversam sobre a importância do conceito de alteridade no âmbito dos estudos comparados. As complexas relações entre identidade e alteridade, memória e identidade, fazer histórico e prática são discutidas a partir da perspectiva dos estudos comparados e da bela metáfora do comparatista como um viajante.
Maria do Rosário Leitão Lupi Bello é doutora em Estudos Literários (relação entre Literatura e Cinema) e exerce desde 1989 as funções de docente na Universidade Aberta de Portugal, no âmbito da Teoria da Literatura, da Literatura Portuguesa e do Cinema Português.
Paula Mendes Coelho é professora Auxiliar no Departamento de Humanidades da Universidade Aberta de Portugal. Comparatista de formação, é investigadora integrada do Centro de Estudos Comparatistas e colaboradora do Instituto de Estudos de Literatura e Tradição.
Vídeos:
Gravação: Uab - Portugal
Edição: Ana Paula Rodrigues da Silva, Thiago Fonseca (TV-PUC)
Música: PIPA estúdio
O entre-lugar da alteridade: espaço de correlação
Authors: FronteiraZ Revista 
Published: November 2023

Entrevista com o professor José Amálio Pinheiro, docente e pesquisador do Programa de Comunicação e Semiótica da PUC-SP, na qual ele discorre sobre a concepção de alteridade em contextos diversos. Nos 6 blocos que compõem a entrevista, José Amálio Pinheiro aborda a questão como: o entre-lugar da alteridade, o barroco na cultura brasileira e a mestiçagem latino-americana, a antropofagia cultural, as novas mídias e tecnologias digitais e os movimentos migratórios, já no século XXI.
Além de professor e pesquisador, José Amálio Pinheiro é também poeta, tradutor, e coordenador do Grupo de Pesquisa Barroco e Mestiçagem, onde se investigam as relações entre as áreas de literatura, comunicação e cultura na América Latina, ao mesmo tempo em que se experimentam modos de conhecimento não dualistas para o continente, e já esteve presente na Revista Fronteiraz em sua décima edição, no ano de 2013.
Edição: Ana Paula Rodrigues da Silva, Thiago Fonseca (TV-PUC)Música: PIPA estúdio
A cultura brasileira como antropofagia barroquizante cabocla. O pensamento crítico do arquipélago
Authors: FronteiraZ Revista 
Published: November 2023

Entrevista com o professor José Amálio Pinheiro, docente e pesquisador do Programa de Comunicação e Semiótica da PUC-SP, na qual ele discorre sobre a concepção de alteridade em contextos diversos. Nos 6 blocos que compõem a entrevista, José Amálio Pinheiro aborda a questão como: o entre-lugar da alteridade, o barroco na cultura brasileira e a mestiçagem latino-americana, a antropofagia cultural, as novas mídias e tecnologias digitais e os movimentos migratórios, já no século XXI.
Além de professor e pesquisador, José Amálio Pinheiro é também poeta, tradutor, e coordenador do Grupo de Pesquisa Barroco e Mestiçagem, onde se investigam as relações entre as áreas de literatura, comunicação e cultura na América Latina, ao mesmo tempo em que se experimentam modos de conhecimento não dualistas para o continente, e já esteve presente na Revista Fronteiraz em sua décima edição, no ano de 2013.
Edição: Ana Paula Rodrigues da Silva, Thiago Fonseca (TV-PUC)Música: PIPA estúdio