bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
ASEAN as network governance: An alternative lens to evaluate policymaking and performance
Authors: Sundram Pushpanathan 
Published: October 2023

Background: This article offers a new perspective of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as network governance (NG) using the policy network theory (PNT) for the analysis. Methods: Two case studies were selected from the ASEAN Community to examine the applicability and effectiveness of NG in promoting ASEAN cooperation. These case studies were chosen due to their prominence and the prevalence of critical comments about their effectiveness in promoting cooperation. The content analysis utilised primary data from ASEAN reports, documents, research articles and processes, and studies on NG and policy networks. A literature review was conducted using online academic databases and ASEAN-related websites. The search covered the period from June 2019 to March 2021, with further searches conducted between January and July 2023. These data collection efforts provided a robust analysis of the case studies within the NG and ASEAN integration contexts. Results: The findings show ASEAN as a hybrid structure which has supported its survival and relevance. This approach provides legitimacy for ASEAN globally by purposefully adopting structures similar to the EU without the supranational elements. It also showcases ASEAN’s motivation for asserting its centrality. Adopting a hybrid structure has led to ASEAN's soft institutionalisation, driven by its norms and characterised by a less empowered secretariat, where the member states are the decision-makers and implementors of policies. It opens a pathway to recognising ASEAN states’ autonomy, where the actors’ will and interests affect decision-making and define performance. Conclusions: This article demonstrates NG's viability in promoting ASEAN's centrality in regional cooperation and institutional arrangements and allows for a nuanced assessment of its performance considering the context of the issue and ASEAN's history and emphasising the member states' primacy in policymaking. The NG framework contributes to ASEAN’s legitimacy, regional cooperation and performance despite its inherent limitations.
Case Report: Medial prefrontal syndrome in a coup de sabre scleroderma carrier
Authors: Sanguino-Caneva Ciro , Carrillo-Chapman Carlos , Luque-Llano Melissa , Bermúdez Valmore , Vargas-Manotas Jose 
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Linear scleroderma en coup de sabre is a subtype of scleroderma hallmarked by cutaneous and extracutaneous manifestations in which neurological symptoms can be a predominant feature of this condition. Case presentation: We report a case of a previously healthy 47-year-old male who developed neuropsychiatric symptoms and right-sided cephalalgia for two months. Clinical examination revealed a right frontoparietal cutaneous lesion and neurological findings suggesting a medial prefrontal syndrome. The neuroimaging evaluation identified scalp and bone thinning adjacent to the skin lesion and cortical-subcortical white matter hyperintensity due to vasogenic oedema at the right frontal and parietal region. A biopsy from the affected area revealed reactive gliosis. Conclusion: To our knowledge, this is the first linear scleroderma en coup de sabre report associated with a neurological involvement typical of a medial prefrontal syndrome. This case highlights the importance of clinical acuity in recognising atypical phenotypes within the spectrum of this uncommon disease.
Dance Education in China (Between Traditional and International Aspects of Development)
Authors: Yuy Cyan'lun 
Published: October 2023

The Chinese nation has a long tradition of dance education. Dance as a direction of art education integrates various aspects of personality development. Therefore, dance courses at colleges and universities have become popular among students in China. The courses help to improve body shape, develop temperament and contribute to the comprehensive development of students. Therefore, the Chinese government has always supported and developed dance education.
This article reviews the main aspects influencing the further development of dance education, in which various conflicting processes can correlate. China is a civilization that can correlate the contradictory processes associated with the development of unique aspects of culture (traditional) and universal (international).
The choreographic school of China is a multi-variant, unpredictable and complex learning process, in which the performing arts are filled with reverence for the national, and the educational function is filled with universalism. Consequently, China's modern dance education has not only deep national roots, but also international potential for genuine dialogue with other countries and civilizations.
Improving Yield Data Analysis Using Contextual Data
Authors: Hawkins Elizabeth M. , Buckmaster Dennis R. 
Published: October 2023

Highlights

Context-driven yield data cleaning resulted in more accurate whole field yield estimates

Using a context-driven yield data cleaning method can improve yield estimates for zones within fields

Identifying error-prone areas in field where data quality is likely to be low and removing that data in bulk can reduce data cleaning bias

Abstract. As agriculture becomes more data driven, decision-making has become the focus of the industry and data quality will be increasingly important. Traditionally, yield data cleaning techniques have removed individual data points based on criteria primarily focused on the yield values themselves. However, when these methods are used, the underlying causes of the errors are often overlooked and as a result, these techniques may fail to remove all of the inaccurate (error-prone) data and/or remove legitimate data. In this research, an alternative to data cleaning was developed. Data integrity zones (DIZ) within each field were identified by evaluating metadata which included data collected by the combine that reported the operating conditions of the machinery (i.e., travel speed, crop mass flow), data about the field environment (i.e., soil type, topography, weather), and data of field operations (e.g., field logs, as-applied maps). Data in DIZ were isolated using buffers and the analysis of the reduced datasets was compared to the raw data. The amount of data removed depended on the amount of variability (e.g. soil characteristics, topography) in the field. Statistical comparisons of the data showed the mean yield estimates for soil type polygons increased by an average of 1.4 Mg/ha for corn when DIZ data was used compared to raw data. On average, the confidence around the mean remains similar even with a large amount (70%) of data removed. Notably, the none of the mean estimates derived from raw datasets were contained in the confidence intervals produced from DIZ data. This meta-data (context-driven) alternative to data cleaning effectively removed errors and artifacts from yield data which would only be identified when looking beyond the yield measurements themselves. When similarly reduced datasets are used to analyze historical yield data, they should provide a clearer picture of true yield effects of treatments, management zones, soil types, etc.; this will improve decisions on input and resource allocation, support wiser adoption of precision agricultural technologies, and refine future data collection. Keywords: Combine yield monitor, Context, Data analysis, Integrity zones, Management zones, Metadata, Precision agriculture, Yield, Yield data.
Development of New Business Opportunities for Sustainable Development – Lesson Learned from Pandemic Crisis
Authors: ȘERBAN Octavian , VÎLCU (TĂNASE) Elena Crizantema , SABIE Oana Matilda , DUMITRACHE Victor Marian 
Published: October 2023

During the pandemic crisis it was observed that the whole global economy was affected especially by severe disruption of supply-demand balance. Even so, the most affected were low-income economies because of lack of resources to redistribute in the sake of resilience and recovery. We cannot say that the developed economies were not affected, in real terms probably much more than the lower-income ones, but developed countries or regions were capable to dislocate huge financial support to overcome the crisis and to quickly regain the level before shock. The purpose of this research is to analyse the effects of health crisis over the economy. Because four crises are overlapping (health, energy, geostrategic conflict, and food), it is quite difficult to measure the impact of each driver with accuracy. To determine the impact of those four factors is necessary to understand the dynamic of productivity and competitiveness during shocks, even though we cope with health influence, energy prices, geopolitical turbulence, or food security. All in all, partially for energy crisis, the other crises were totally unexpected, and the response of humanity, global institutions, alliances, and association of countries is customized according to the evolution of turbulences. Here is the role of government because, from the capacity building perspective, there is necessary more integration between government, research/education, and business ecosystem in order to encourage innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. In the 4th Industrial Revolution, the main resource and key factor is knowledge embedded in every step of the process, embodied in equipment and machinery, on the one hand, and in human, on the other hand. Robotics, new materials, nanotechnologies, and digital environment give a new dimension to productivity and competitiveness. From this perspective, our goal is to demonstrate de supremacy of collaborative approach for shaping knowledge in the way of creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, productivity, and competitiveness.
Keywords: productivity, competitiveness, crisis, sustainable development, knowledge economy
Sustainability Through Extroversion: The Curious Case of Municipal and Public Libraries in Greece
Authors: Katsira Georgia , Koulouris Alexandros 
Published: October 2023

Public and municipal libraries, besides being keepers of local community documents and books, are - or should be - modern hubs of knowledge and diffusers of information to the community that surrounds them. This article reveals the areas of extroversion that municipal and public libraries can undertake, focusing on the efforts they need to make in order to best interact with local communities, going beyond their traditional usage of addressing only their patrons. Furthermore, the results of a survey conducted in the frame of the 4th Panhellenic Public Libraries Conference are presented, showing how much extroverted librarians working in public and municipal libraries are considered, as well as what kind of extroversion programs they implement in their library.
Keywords: public libraries, municipal libraries, extroversion, innovation, sustainability of libraries, lifelong learning, information literacy
Analysing the Design Criteria of Public Open Spaces for the Disabled Persons: An Evaluation of Kumsal Park in Northern Cyprus
Authors: Erçin Çilen , Al Hindwan Ibtihal 
Published: October 2023

Every person, regardless of their race, culture, origin, or religion, has an inherent right to move and live comfortably in various environments. This principle extends universally to include individuals with disabilities. It is crucial to recognize and uphold the rights of disabled individuals to equal access, participation, and inclusion in all aspects of life, including physical environments, public spaces, transportation, communication, and social interactions. By promoting inclusivity and eliminating barriers, society can create a fairer and more accessible world that allows people with disabilities to fully engage in their rights as valued members of the community. Hence, it is crucial to guarantee the convenient accessibility of all public areas since they play a substantial part in our everyday experiences. The objective of the research paper is to examine the standards for designing POS, particularly emphasizing their appropriateness for people with disabilities. The study conducts a comprehensive evaluation of Kumsal Park's design elements, assessing whether they adequately consider the needs of disabled individuals. The data collection involves a structured questionnaire that covers demographics, general information about Kumsal Park, park design features, and design criteria for individuals with disabilities. Additionally, data is collected through observations using a checklist created based on the study's observations. While Kumsal Park in Nicosia, Northern Cyprus, demonstrates satisfactory design criteria in certain areas, improvements are required to cater to disabled individuals and enhance the overall park experience. Addressing the identified issues, such as lighting, parking, security, activities, and signage, and improving accessibility features will contribute to creating a more inclusive and satisfying environment for all visitors.
Keywords: design criteria, public open spaces, parks, disabled persons, universal design, Kumsal Park, Northern Cyprus.
The Sustainable Development Program with the Neoliberal Approach: A Reflection on The UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development
Authors: Zou Qijia 
Published: October 2023

In recent decades, addressing the environmental issues through deliberate educational interventions was optimistically seen by multiple actors, and has become a dominant discourse in current policy agendas. Since Education of Sustainable Development (ESD) is contextualized in the grand socio-political canvas, and certainly complicated in terms of its ways that came into existence and manner of expression. As we are half-way to approaching the education 2030 agenda, it’s time for us to take a step back and re-examine the ideological and political drivers. This is an important step to reflect on where the path we embark on is leading us to.
This paper aims to uncover how the ESD was shaped by the logic of neoliberalism in the first place, and how this manifested in the contemporary sustainable development education program. Next, using a rhetorical analysis along with the Hyatt’s Critical Discourse Policy Analysis Frame into the textual construction of The Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (DESD) initiative document, this article considers about how neoliberal beliefs are reversing as reasonable grounds for mainstream discourse of ESD. Ultimately, the paper argues neoliberalism has been embedded, normalized and hence concealed in the discourses and practices of sustainable development, as exemplified by DESD initiative.
Keywords: DESD; ESD; neoliberalism; sustainability citizenship
Using Automated Decision-Making and Macroeconomic Data Flows for Governance Resilience
Authors: Bran Florina , Bodislav Dumitru Alexandru , Crețu Cătălin Romeo , Petrescu Irina Elena 
Published: October 2023

This study is based on an algorithm created for the American stock market to improve closed investment funds' efficiency, which had as a secondary output a suitable and sustainable model that could be scaled to fit solutions for problems with automated decision making at the government level, similar to a fundamental business intelligence solution (that adheres to similar procedures as the IBM Cognos workflow), which provides a solution in creating the best sustainable model. The model is based on businesses that are listed on the NASDAQ and LSE since these markets offer the finest examples of transparency and accurate audits. It also replicates the economic sectors that make up a fictitious national economy. In order to provide a better perspective and to report the main findings of this study, we also created an overview to analyze the development of B.A.D.E.M., an indicator that simulates a national economy, which in 2023 reached its tenth version, and HSS, a micro-indicator that simulates the healthcare sector.
Keywords: artificial intelligence, automated decision making, business intelligence, economic growth, resilience
Supporting Policies for the Renewal of Public Vehicle Fleets to Achieve Efficient Carbon Mitigation
Authors: Jakovics Tibor Princz- , Horváth György Ádám 
Published: October 2023

The aim of the research is to establish an assessment framework for evaluating transport-related carbon emission reduction options. The reduction of fleet-related emissions must build momentum, as the transport sector remains a substantial contributor to global carbon emissions. Through the use of this framework, better supporting policy for the transition of public service vehicle fleets to electromobility would be prepared. The greatest impact for investment can be achieved by facilitating the transition of vehicles with the largest distances driven. Hence, careful consideration of the operational conditions and the level of efficiency of different modes of public transport would be subject of analysis. The energy consumption of public vehicles can be calculated on the basis of the specific fuel consumption patterns and operational data of fleets. This method can be used to estimate the decarbonisation potential of different vehicle types, which may nevertheless differ significantly. The assessment framework will make abatement costs comparable and provide a basis for the targeted application of supporting policies. As preference should be given to vehicles with the lowest marginal abatement costs to effectively reduce the sector's carbon emissions, these must be identified. The theoretical contribution of this research is an evaluation framework that provides relevant data for decision makers to assess the long-term financial and social impacts of different public fleet renewal supporting strategies.
Keywords: assessment framework, emission calculations, electromobility, supporting policies, marginal abatement costs.
Work Alienation and Work Engagement. The Mediating Role of Perceived Social Support
Authors: Stănescu Dan Florin , Romașcanu Marius Constantin 
Published: October 2023

In the present research, we aimed to study the relationship between work alienation and work engagement and the mediating role of perceived social support. The current study used data from 178 participants (48 men and 130 women) aged 21 to 53 years (M=30.88, SD=9.00). Participants were invited to complete the following instruments: Work Alienation Scale (Nair & Vohra, 2009), The Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (Zimet et al., 1988), and The Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (Schaufeli & Bakker, 2003). Findings indicate that work alienation and work engagement correlate significantly negatively (r=-.755, p<.01). Similarly, work alienation also correlated significantly negatively with perceived social support (r=-.744, p<.01). Also, perceived social support has proven to be an important mediator between work alienation and work engagement (z=-10.17, p<.01).
Keywords: work alienation, work engagement, perceived social support, mediation.
Determinants of the Probability of Non-repayment of Loans Granted to Individuals
Authors: Calin Ana Maria , Pargaru Oana Iacob , Raducan Dragos , Buzoianu Ovidiu Andrei Cristian 
Published: October 2023

This paper presents non-performing loans granted to individuals as well as methods of prevention and recovery. This risk of non-repayment is recorded when the debtor cannot honor his due obligations to the bank in time according to the credit agreement. The objectives of the homework are to understand the credit system of natural persons, to know and carefully analyze the client's file with the aim of making or not the credit decision and finally granting the loan. Credit restructuring is an essential method in counteracting the appearance of non-performing loans, which aims to support a bank's customers, so that they can deal with financial impasse situations that have temporarily arisen in the various stages of the development of credit contracts. The process of periodic verification of the contract with the borrower, the guarantees offered, including visits to the place where the client operates are essential factors in order to prevent the risk of default. Loans approved for borrowers who, during the course of the lending period, experience a worsening economic-financial situation are called non-performing loans, that is, they can no longer meet the terms of repayment of the loan, nor can they cover the interest expense and related commissions.
Key words: bank, COVID-19, credit, loans
Metaverse Marketing – The Future of Sustainable Marketing
Authors: MOISE Daniel , DIACONU Amelia , OANCEA NEGESCU Mihaela Diana , DINU Mihai 
Published: October 2023

Society is evolving and even trying to “conquer” new universes, no matter if they are physical, virtual online. The CoVid-19 Pandemic, wars, natural catastrophes, are pushing humans to adopt and to spend more time in Metaverse platforms, as a means of escaping the ordinary and their daily problems. Where there are potential customers, companies, or organizations will follow in order to change the behavior and make them purchase products, or services, increase the brand awareness, or in the case of politicians, or politics, determine them to vote, or agree with the wanted strategies. Not only will the customers have avatars, as well as organizations are becoming more humane and attractive towards users. Organizations are investing in technologies related to AI (artificial intelligence) and technologies related to multiverse as the attractiveness of these virtual universes are more and more appealing. In this study, we are conducting research in order to discover what the benefits are, but also how brands, companies and organizations that are joining, use marketing strategies, policies and tactics to increase their sales. In the Metaverse platforms, there will not be only the place to spend leisure time, socialize, do the shopping, even working, or why not, even voting, there being practically no limits. We have discovered in this study that customers would also like some sort of regulations, which relate to how marketing and experiential marketing are conducted in Metaverse platforms. Like the Internet, the Metaverse has the power to drastically change economic and social life for all the parties involved.
Keywords: Metaverse, marketing, experiential marketing, customer behavior, AI
Sustainable Science Through a Case Study of Sample Preparation Using 3D Printed Tools.
Authors: Whitmore Lawrence 
Published: October 2023

The combination of cloud-based resources, user-friendly cloud-based design applications and 3D printing (3DP) is making possible a new sustainable paradigm in scientific research. Tools and components can be self-made by downloading model designs, optimizing those designs for individual experiments and printing locally. Together with the use of materials for 3DP filaments derived from renewable resources and recycling of old printed structures, science labs and institutes can significantly reduce their carbon footprint to meet their Sustainable Development Goals. This new sustainable paradigm is evaluated through a case study of sample preparation - a fundamental aspect of materials science. For high quality investigation of material microstructures, even to the atomic scale, sample preparation is critical. A range of 3DP plastic tools for preparing samples has been developed. The design and fabrication of a 3DP vibrational polishing machine and a 3DP dimpling machine are described along with test results from microstructural analyses of brass and silicon that show the high-quality scientific studies possible using these low-CO2e tools.
Keywords: 3D printing, sustainable development, sustainability mindset, carbon footprint, materials science, sample preparation.