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Cybersecurity skills in new graduates: a Philippine perspective
Get PDFThis study investigates the key skills and competencies needed by new cybersecurity graduates in the Philippines for entry-level positions. Using a descriptive cross-sectional research design, it combines analysis of job listings from Philippine online platforms with surveys of students, teachers, and professionals. The aim is to identify required skills and areas needing improvement, highlighting the balance between technical skills and other competencies like ethical conduct, suggesting a shift away from traditional cybersecurity skills towards a more diverse skillset. Furthermore, the results revealed common agreement on the importance of communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability skills, albeit with slight variations in their prioritization. It recommends that aspiring cybersecurity professionals develop an inclusive skill set encompassing technical knowledge, soft skills, and personal competencies, with a focus on adaptability, continuous learning, and ethics. Skills such as business acumen are considered less vital for entry-level roles, proposing a preparation strategy that aligns with the changing demands of the cybersecurity industry
The latest trends in internet of things usage in smart homes: a systematic literature review
Get PDFThe Internet of Things (IoT) has recently developed very quickly. Equipped with increasingly mature information technology, especially for use in smart homes. This technology is integrated with IoT systems, which can now solve this problem. This paper helps discover the latest research trends and offers a broad perspective on what factors are used in intelligent housing by utilizing a systematic literature review (SLR). This article takes 2256 documents from Springer, IEEE, ACM, MDPI, ScienceDirect, Hindawi, IAES, and Google Scholar. 59 articles passed the specified exclusion and inclusion criteria. Furthermore, the new findings are that several research factors exist in smart homes, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Assistant Technology, Blockchain, IoT, energy-saving IoT, Network IoT, Robot IoT, and Security IoT. It is hoped that future research will provide insights to examine smart homes based on their factor
Advancements in electric vehicle safety and charging infrastructure
Get PDFIn electric vehicles (EVs), safety measures must be taken to prevent dangerous accidents. Safety regulations must be in place for two important things: electric or EV batteries and EV equipment. Operating an electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) is a challenging task. This holistic approach is used to evaluate when renewable energy is produced. It's best to focus on the popularity of EVs as more and more people choose this mode of transportation. It is important to know that power plants can be risky. Therefore, safety issues related to EV charging must be addressed quickly and appropriately. Potential safety issues with EVs include overcurrent, ground faults, and overheating. If the charging system does not work, the electric car's battery may heat up and catch fire, and overcharging may cause other problems. To avoid security risks, you must comply with security regulations, use payment devices that meet security requirements, and follow the manufacturer's instructions
Multi-dimensional brand experiences in co-branded products across generations
Get PDFAs consumer expectations evolve, brands are tasked with creating multifaceted experiences that resonate with different generations. This study examines the influence of sensory, affective, behavioral, and cognitive brand experiences on consumer perceptions of co-branded products, with a focus on two key cohorts: Generation Y (Gen Y) and Generation Z (Gen Z). A mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative surveys and qualitative focus groups, was employed to gain deeper insights into generational differences in brand engagement. The findings reveal that Gen Y consumers prioritize emotional and behavioral experiences, seeking meaningful interactions and emotional connections that align with their values and life stages. In contrast, Gen Z consumers are more interested in sensory novelty and cognitive engagement, favoring brands that emphasize originality, digital interactions, and distinctive experiences. Both generations showed strong reactions to behavioral factors, particularly direct product interactions. These insights highlight the importance of tailoring brand experience strategies to the unique preferences of each generation. By embedding sensory, emotional, and cognitive elements into brand experiences, companies can create deeper emotional connections with consumers, enhance brand value, and build long-term loyalty. The results offer actionable strategies for brand managers seeking differentiation and sustainable success in today’s competitive market environment
Computer simulation and software engineering in optical analysis of phosphor-converted white light-emitting diodes utilizing barium sulfate
Get PDFAchieving uniform nanoparticle dispersion in electrospun polymer nanofibers remains a critical challenge, as conventional electrospinning often leads to particle agglomeration and nozzle clogging, reducing fiber uniformity and functional efficiency. This study explicitly addresses this problem by developing poly (vinyl alcohol) (PVA)/BaSO4 composite nanofibers through both conventional and ultrasonic-assisted electrospinning. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed that ultrasonication effectively disrupted nanoparticle agglomerates, yielding smoother and more uniform fiber morphologies. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis further confirmed that ultrasonic processing reduced the crystalline intensity of PVA and BaSO4, indicating enhanced polymer–filler interaction and finer BaSO4 distribution. Quantitatively, the agglomeration slope decreased from 0.039 (conventional) to 0.006, and the mean crystallite size was reduced from approximately 470 to 300 nm. These results are consistent with recent advances showing that ultrasonic electrospinning improves nanoparticle dispersion and stability in polymer matrices, thereby enhancing optical and mechanical properties. Ultimately, this work demonstrates that ultrasonic-assisted electrospinning provides a robust and scalable strategy to fabricate lightweight, flexible, and multifunctional PVA-based radiation shielding materials with superior nanoparticle dispersion and structural homogeneity
Redesigning retail spaces based on customer habits and halal standards using market basket analysis
Get PDFThe halal retailing standard was first introduced by the Department of Malaysian Standards in 2010, known as MS 2400-3:2010. This standard was developed to protect Muslim consumers with the assurance of halal products. However, this management system needs to be more prescriptive on how the retail layout should be organized. In addition, this management also overrides the consideration of customer purchase behaviors or preferences. This research aims to design the layout of retail outlets by considering customer buying behavior and halal retailing standards. This study used the association rule-market basket analysis (AR-MBA) to determine the pattern of customer shopping behavior. One Islamic retail in Indonesia was used as a case study, where one-month sales transaction data was analyzed using AR-MBA. In addition, the activity relationship chart (ARC) was used to qualitatively analyze the placement of a product department by considering halal retailing standards. The results of AR-MBA obtained 21 associations among product departments, which were then used as a basis for proposed layouts while still considering the product characteristics and halal retailing standards. This research output provided a proposed product layout for retail outlets by considering quantitative factors (AR-MBA output) and qualitative factors (MS standard)
Exploring the need for a kickstarter toolkit for special education educators to teach authoring and illustrating
Get PDFThis study examines the need for developing a Kickstarter toolkit designed to support special education teachers in teaching entrepreneurship through the creation of children’s storybooks. Entrepreneurship education is increasingly recognized as a valuable addition to special education, promoting skills such as creativity, problem-solving, and independence. A survey conducted among 170 special education teachers from the Kuala Kangsar district, selected through judgmental sampling, revealed strong support for introducing entrepreneurship education into special education curricula (M=3.69, SD=0.71). Teachers also emphasized the importance of employing pedagogical approaches to effectively teach entrepreneurship concepts (M=3.89, SD=0.69). Moreover, the findings indicate an urgent need for a dedicated toolkit to facilitate such activities, with educators expressing high levels of agreement regarding its necessity (M=3.99, SD=0.73). These results underscore the positive perception of special education teachers toward entrepreneurship education and the crucial role a specialized toolkit could play in equipping educators with the resources needed to foster entrepreneurial competencies in students with special needs
Technological readiness and business performance: the mediating effect of social media marketing
Get PDFUnderstanding employee readiness towards adopting online marketing platforms is paramount in today’s digital economy, as it directly influences the effectiveness and competitiveness of businesses. This study investigates the relationship between employee technological readiness (ETR) and the business performance of micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in developing economies, focusing on data from Yemen. Drawing on the resource-based view theory, the study examined how adopting social media marketing (SMM) mediates this relationship. Data was collected from 362 managers/owners of MSEs in Yemen. The relationship between ETR, SMM, and business performance was examined using partial least squares structural equation modeling. The results show that ETR significantly influences SMM adoption, which impacts the business performance of MSEs. In addition, the study reveals that the relationship between ETR and business performance is partially mediated by SMM adoption. This finding highlights the critical role of employees’ readiness for technological advancements in facilitating effective SMM adoption, thereby contributing to the sustainability and success of MSEs
Therapeutic potential of alpha-linolenic acid from Sacha Inchi oil in cervical cancer: an in vitro study on HeLa cells
Get PDFThis study investigated the potential of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) from Sacha Inchi oil as a therapeutic agent for cervical cancer through an in vitro study on HeLa cells. Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women, which is often caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Although chemotherapy therapy is one of the main methods in cancer treatment, this approach often causes side effects and drug resistance. ALA, which is one of the main components of Sacha Inchi oil, is known to have antioxidant and anti-cancer activities. In this study, Sacha Inchi oil was analyzed using liquid chromatography-high resolution mass spectrometry (LC-HRMS) for identification of its active components. Cytotoxic assays were performed using the MTT method on HeLa cells, which showed that ALA significantly inhibited cancer cell viability at low concentrations, with low IC50 values compared to the positive control compound cisplatin. These results suggest that ALA has potential as an effective anti-cancer agent against cervical cancer cells. This study concludes that ALA from Sacha Inchi oil can be a strong candidate in the development of safer and more effective cervical cancer therapy
Dissolved organic matter released from paper trash in water during ultraviolet irradiation: impacts on trihalomethane formation
Get PDFWhen exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light, paper trash could release dissolved organic matter (DOM) as a disinfection byproduct (DBP) precursor in water. This study was undertaken to assess the regulated DBPs, trihalomethanes-4 (THM4) generation potential, and estimated cytotoxicity of paper trash soaked in water during UV radiation. The UV irradiation was carried out at 1, 6, 12, 24, and 48 hours. The released organic material was determined using ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) adsorption at wavelengths ranging from 200 to 700 nm. Chlorination was carried out for 24 hours to determine THM4 formation potentials. According to the research findings, the longer the radiation period, the more THM4 species are formed in plain paper samples. On the other hand, the production of trichloromethane (TCM) on paper samples containing writing decreased as the UV radiation period increased. THM4 levels reached 103.12 and 150.57 µg/L for plain and writing paper samples, respectively. UV absorbance at 272 nm (A272) shows a 92% association with THM4 production, making it suitable as an initial characterization approach. Paper trash pollution in water could form carcinogenic DBPs, THM4, if used as a water source in a water treatment plant using chlorine disinfection