Positive Influence Research Articles

Buddhist Esoteric Theory of Language in the Kokugaku School

This paper is devoted to the analysis of the esoteric version of the origin of the Japanese language, put forward by the Buddhist monk Keichū 契沖 (1640–1701), who is considered the founder of the national cultural and philosophical movement kokugaku 國學, emerging during the Tokugawa period. In his main treatise Man'yō Daishōki 万葉代匠記, relying on his own set of orthographic rules for spelling Japanese in kana (kanazukai 仮名遣い), Keichū tries to prove the inconsistency of the former Fujiwara Teika system and at the same time to reveal the esoteric nature of the structure of speech. According to Keichū, fifty characters of the Japanese alphabet make up a whole integral system in which all sounds originate from the Sanskrit sign “A”. This shows the interdependent relationship between the microcosm and the macrocosm, expressed in the sounds that form the language as an instrument of communication and comprehension, which manifests the universality of the nature of the cosmic Buddha Vairochana. Based on this metonymic connection, Keichū concludes that studying the structure of the Japanese language is equivalent to cognition of the world as a sacred object and, accordingly, forms a more rational and open approach to understanding the essence of classical Japanese literature, which distinguishes it favorably from the closed linear tradition adopted in the Heian era. Further study of Man'yō Daishōki is of particular interest to researchers of the kokugaku school, since it may provide additional information about the Buddhist origins of this trend, whose followers then, on the contrary, denied the positive influence of Buddhism on Japanese culture and preferred not to mention Keichū at all as the founder of kokugaku tradition (for example, Hirata Atsutane). It may also shed light on the contribution of Buddhist philosophy to the formation of the tradition of scientific empiricism in Japan at the end of the XVII century.

Towards a Green Digital City: Digital Economy, Digital Innovation, and Urban Haze Pollution

ABSTRACT This study employs panel data from 223 prefecture-level cities in China spanning 2011 to 2020, using fixed effects models, mediation effect models, and dynamic spatial Durbin models to investigate the impact of digital economy (DIGE) growth on urban haze pollution (UHPO). Our findings indicate that the expansion of the DIGE significantly reduces UHPO, thereby underscoring its positive influence on environmental management and revealing a negative correlation with urban environmental degradation. Analysis of mechanisms shows that DIGE alleviates UHPO through enhancements in digital innovation (DIGI) and upgrades in industrial structures. This provides strong evidence of the pathways through which DIGE contributes to environmental improvement and influences policy development and implementation. Additionally, heterogeneity analysis highlights that digital infrastructure's impact on reducing UHPO is more pronounced in cities with higher levels of human capital, financial development, and information infrastructure. This detailed understanding assists in pinpointing the differential effects of DIGE across various urban settings and lays the groundwork for tailored policy interventions. Moreover, the study reveals that the spatial spillover effects (SSEs) of DIGE on UHPO delineate an inverted U-shaped pattern, peaking in absolute value between 1,000 and 1,500 kilometers.

Acceptance and use of extended reality in surgical training: an umbrella review

BackgroundExtended reality (XR) technologies which include virtual, augmented, and mixed reality have significant potential in surgical training, because they can help to eliminate the limitations of traditional methods. This umbrella review aimed to investigate factors that influence the acceptance and use of XR in surgical training using the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) model.MethodsAn umbrella review was conducted in 2024 by searching various databases until the end of 2023. Studies were selected based on the predefined eligibility criteria and analyzed using the components of the UTAUT model. The quality and risk of bias of the selected studies were assessed, and the findings were reported descriptively.ResultsA total of 44 articles were included in this study. In most studies, XR technologies were used for surgical training of orthopedics, neurology, and laparoscopy. Based on the UTAUT model, the findings indicated that XR technologies improved surgical skills and procedural accuracy while simultaneously reducing risks and operating room time (performance expectancy). In terms of effort expectancy, user-friendly systems were accessible for the trainees with various levels of expertise. From a social influence standpoint, XR technologies enhanced learning by providing positive feedback from experienced surgeons during surgical training. In addition, facilitating conditions emphasized the importance of resource availability and addressing technical and financial limitations to maximize the effectiveness of XR technologies in surgical training.ConclusionsXR technologies significantly improve surgical training by increasing skills and procedural accuracy. Although adoption is facilitated by designing user-friendly interfaces and positive social influences, financial and resource challenges must be overcome, too. The successful integration of XR into surgical training necessitates careful curriculum design and resource allocation. Future research should focus on overcoming these barriers, so that XR can fully realize its potential in surgical training.

Antagonistic biotic interactions mitigate the positive effects of warming on wood decomposition.

Global change drivers such as habitat fragmentation, species invasion, and climate warming can act synergistically upon native systems; however, global change drivers can be neutralized if they induce antagonistic interactions in ecological communities. Deadwood comprises a considerable portion of forest carbon, and it functions as refuge, nesting habitat and nutrient source for plant, animal and microbial communities. We predicted that thermophilic termites would increase wood decomposition with experimental warming and in forest edge habitat. Alternately, given that predatory ants also are thermophilic, they might limit termite-mediated decomposition regardless of warming. In addition, we predicted that a non-native, putative termite-specialist ant species would decrease termite activity, and consequently decomposition, when replacing native ants. We tested these hypotheses using experimental warming plots (~ 2.5°C above ambient) where termites, and their ant predators, have full access and vary in abundance at microscales. We found that termite activity was the strongest control on decomposition of field wood assays, with mass loss increasing 20% with each doubling of termite activity. However, both native and non-native ant abundance increased with experimental warming and, in turn, appeared to equally limit termite activity and, consequently, reduced wood decomposition rates. As a result, experimental warming had little net effect on the decomposition rates-likely because, although termite activity increased somewhat in warmed plots, ant abundances increased more than five times as much. Our results suggest that, in temperate southern U.S. forests, the negative top-down effects of predatory ants on termites outweighed the potential positive influences of warming on termite-driven wood decomposition rates.

Pre-stimulus Activity Mediates Event-Related Theta Synchronization and Alpha Desynchronization During Memory Formation in Healthy Aging

Abstract The capacity to learn is a key determinant for the quality of life but is known to decline to varying degrees with age. However, despite mounting evidence of memory deficits in older age, the neural mechanisms contributing to successful or impeded memory remain unclear. Previous research has primarily focused on memory formation through remembered versus forgotten comparisons, lacking the ability to capture the incremental nature of learning. Moreover, previous EEG studies have primarily examined oscillatory brain activity during the encoding phase, such as event-related synchronization (ERS) of mid-frontal theta and desynchronization (ERD) of parietal alpha, while neglecting the potential influence of pre-stimulus activity. To address these limitations, we employed a sequence learning paradigm, where 113 young and 117 older participants learned a fixed sequence of visual locations through repeated observations (6423 sequence repetitions, 55 '944 stimuli). This paradigm enabled us to investigate mid-frontal theta ERS, parietal alpha ERD, and how they are affected by pre-stimulus activity during the incremental learning process. Behavioral results revealed that young subjects learned significantly faster than older subjects, in line with expected age-related cognitive decline. Successful incremental learning was directly linked to decreases of mid-frontal theta ERS and increases of parietal alpha ERD. Notably, these neurophysiological changes were less pronounced in older individuals, reflecting a slower rate of learning. Importantly, the mediation analysis revealed that in both age groups, mid-frontal pre-stimulus theta partially mediated the relationship between learning and mid-frontal theta ERS. Furthermore, the overall impact of learning on parietal alpha ERD was primarily driven by its positive influence on pre-stimulus alpha activity. Our findings offer new insights into the age-related differences in memory formation and highlight the importance of pre-stimulus activity in explaining post-stimulus responses during learning.

Patient Satisfaction with the Mawiidi Hospital Appointment Scheduling Application: Insights from the Information Systems Success Model and Technology Acceptance Model in a Moroccan Healthcare Setting

This article aims to find the determinants that affect patient satisfaction regarding the Mawiidi public portal in Moroccan public hospitals and assess its outpatient online booking system effectiveness using a model that integrates the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) with the Information Systems Success Model (ISSM) while adopting a quantitative research methodology. The analysis was conducted using 348 self-administered questionnaires to analyze eight key constructs, such as information quality, patient satisfaction, perceived ease of use, and privacy protection, among others. The results of PLS-SEM verified six out of eleven hypotheses tested, which reflected that information quality has a positive influence on perceived ease of use, which again enhances patient satisfaction. The major factors influencing the satisfaction and trust of patients in online appointment scheduling systems at public hospitals are highlighted. Indeed, privacy protection enhances patient satisfaction and trust. Service quality positively affects satisfaction but to a lesser degree. Website-related anxiety impacts perceived ease of use, although it has a limited influence on satisfaction. Such findings can inform suggestions for the managers of hospitals and portal designers to increase user satisfaction. This study uses a model from the TAM and ISSM frameworks, including cultural and socioeconomic aspects that apply to Morocco’s healthcare context.

The Influence of Interpersonal Communication on Employee Performance at the Office of the South Sulawesi Provincial Driving Teacher Center

The purpose of this study is to determine the influence of interpersonal communication on employee performance in the office of the South Sulawesi Provincial Driving Teacher Center. Employee performance is an important thing that can affect how much an organization's goals are achieved. Efforts to improve performance and overcome employee performance problems, of course, must be considered is the quality of good human resources so that they will be able to work optimally. Communication is an important element in improving employee performance, one of which is interpersonal communication. Interpersonal communication is the basis of effective communication for the success of an institution or organization. This study is descriptive research with quantitative techniques aimed at determining the influence of interpersonal communication on employee performance. To achieve the objectives of this research, data collection techniques are used through questionnaires and documentation. The population in this study is 89 employees with a sample of 73 employees. The data that has been obtained from the results of this study was processed using descriptive and inferential statistical analysis to determine the influence of interpersonal communication on employee performance at the South Sulawesi Provincial Teacher Driving Center office. The results of the study show that the indicators used in each variable can be concluded that interpersonal communication is in the good category and in the employee performance variable is in the good category. Based on the results of the product moment correlation test, the relationship between variables is moderate. Based on the results of a simple linear regression analysis, it was concluded that there was a positive and significant influence between interpersonal communication on employee performance at the South Sulawesi Provincial Driving Teacher Center office

Why Would Professionals Choose to Use a Robot with Their Clients with Autism? Applying the Theory of Planned Behaviour to Determine Professionals’ Intentions

Robots are thought to be able to address some of society’s challenges in autism care and education. Robots may extend services and provide them in personalised, repeated, and playful ways. However, it is still largely unknown to what extent professionals intend to use robots and what determines their intentions. Using the Theory of Planned Behaviour framework, we aimed to better understand the determinants behind professionals’ intentions to use robots with their clients with autism. We conducted an online survey, to which 447 professionals (e.g., psychologists) working with people with autism answered. Our results indicate moderate and well-predicted intentions for the enquired professionals to use a robot with their clients with autism. We found that attitude and perceived social norms are the main predictors of their intentions. Our results also point to the significant and positive influence of moral norms on the attitudes of professionals. Additionally, our preliminary analysis of underlying beliefs to the assessed predictors of intention enables a better understanding on how professionals perceive the place of robots in their work. These results can inspire roboticists who want to build assistive robots for the real world and guide stakeholders when implementing such robots in the health and education sectors.

When feeling safe is not enough to voice: Is emotional energy the missing key?

Organizations often seek ways to motivate their employees to make positive contributions. Drawing on the proactive motivational model and social information processing (SIP) theory, this study aims to explore the effects of hotel employees’ emotional energy on supportive and constructive voice and the moderating role of psychological safety climate. The proposed model was tested using data collected from hospitality and tourism employees through Prolific (n = 390). The results indicate that emotional energy has a direct positive influence on supportive and constructive voice, and psychological safety climate moderates the relationship between emotional energy and constructive voice but not supportive voice. This research contributes to the voice behavior literature by looking at specific dimensions of voice behavior and provides additional empirical evidence for the proactive motivational model.

Pengaruh HRM Keadilan Organisasi, Manajemen Konflik, Etika Organisasi Terhadap Hubungan Karyawan dengan Intervening Iklim Kepercayaan

In the modern corporate environment, organizational justice, effective conflict management, and strong ethics are crucial elements in creating harmonious and productive employee relationships. The purpose of this research is to find out how HRM influences organizational justice, conflict management, organizational ethics on employee relations with the intervening climate of trust. This research was conducted at the XYZ company which operates in the shoe manufacturing sector located in Pasar Kemis Tangerang. Descriptive – correlative research design with quantitative methods and using purposive sampling techniques which were distributed via (google form) to 275 respondents aged 18 – 60 years who worked in the production section of the company. Primary data analysis was carried out using the Partial Least Square - Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) method. The conceptual model was analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling. The findings of this research reveal that organizational justice has a positive influence on employee relationships, management has a positive influence on employee relationships, organizational ethics has a positive influence on employee relationships, organizational justice has a positive influence on the climate of trust, conflict management has a positive influence on the climate of trust. , organizational ethics has a positive influence on the climate of trust, climate of trust has a positive influence on employee relations, climate of trust mediates the relationship between organizational justice and employee relations, climate of trust does not mediate the relationship between conflict management on employee relations and climate of trust does not mediate the relationship between organizational ethics on employee relations.

Analyzing The Level of Knowledge, Awareness and Attitude of Muslim Students Towards Halal Medicine In Yogyakarta

This research aims to examine the influence of public knowledge, awareness and attitudes towards halal medicines. The sample for this research was 100 respondents selected using a purposive sampling method in Yogyakarta. Data was collected through questionnaires distributed via social media and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The research results showed that the variables of knowledge, awareness and attitude were 61.4% regarding the halalness of medicines. Meanwhile, other factors contributed 38.6%, the rest was influenced by other variables. So, the knowledge variable has an insignificant influence, while awareness and attitude have a positive and significant influence on the halalness of medicines. This shows that Muslim students tend to still have low knowledge regarding understanding the halal nature of medicines. Apart from that, awareness and attitude also have different positive influences on the halalness of medicines. These findings have implications for the government, pharmaceutical factories and related agencies to pay more attention to the halalness of medicines in an effort to maintain public health and public trust. On the other hand, this research also contributes to researchers in the pharmaceutical field by enriching the literature regarding factors that influence the halalness of medicines.

Contemporary Islamic sects in Indonesia

Islam's development in Indonesia has been shaped by both positive and negative influences. On the positive side, technology, modernization, and globalization have supported the spread and evolution of Islamic thought. However, challenges include the lasting impact of the Abbasid Dynasty's decline, psychological issues among Muslims, and the rise of religious identity politics. Overall, contemporary Islamic sects bring new perspectives, demonstrating how Islam adapts to modernity and is influenced by both local and global dynamics. (content analysis) Miles and Huberman models. The results found 3 things: First, the paradigm of Contemporary Islamic Sectss in Indonesia has 7 forms: Determinism Sects of thought, Liberalism Sects of thought, Contemporary Islamic Sects of thought, Fundamentalist Sects of thought, Modernism Sects of thought, extremism movement Sects, rational religious Sects Second, internally influencing Contemporary Islamic Sectss in Indonesia there are 3 factors positive influence and negative influence, influence of ijtihad ulama, influence of scientific epistemology As for externally influencing Contemporary Islamic Sects in Indonesia there are 3 factors The influence of capitalist economy, The influence of Islamisation, The influence of pragmatism Third, the positive implications of Contemporary Islamic Sectss in Indonesia. Islam's development in Indonesia has been shaped by both positive and negative influences. On the positive side, technology, modernization, and globalization have supported the spread and evolution of Islamic thought.

Analisis Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Kinerja Sistem Informasi Akuntansi pada Rumah Sakit Slamet Riyadi

If the use of an accounting information system is not followed by adequate quality from its users, the accounting information system will not function as it should, even if the most sophisticated system design is used. Such problems arise in the use of information systems among employees at Slamet Riyadi Hospital, Surakarta, especially those related to finance. It can be seen from the above phenomenon that there is still dissatisfaction with the quality of the accounting information system used because employees still have difficulty using it. The type of research used is a quantitative approach. The data source used is primary data. This research was conducted at the Slamet Riyadi Hospital, Surakarta, with the research population being employees in the finance and accounting departments who used information systems with a total of 100 people and the sample for this research was 38 people using Saturated Sampling. The results of this research are that there are factors that have a positive influence on the performance of accounting information systems, namely top management support factors, and user involvement and personal technical abilities do not have a positive influence

Pengaruh Ukuran Perusahaan, Pertumbuhan Aset, Keberwujudan Aset, Leverage, Dewan Direksi, dan Beban Penjualan Terhadap Kinerja Keuangan

This research aims to determine the results of the analysis of the influence of company size, asset growth, asset tangibility, leverage, board of directors, and sales expenses on the financial performance of companies operating in the food and beverage consumption industry sector that have been listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the specified time period. starting from 2021-2023. By using a quantitative approach, this research succeeded in analyzing secondary data originating from 38 companies operating in the food and beverage consumption industry sector which have been declared to meet certain criteria. The results obtained from multiple linear regression analysis state that simultaneously, the six independent variables produce a significant influence on financial performance. Partially, company size and board of directors have a negative and significant influence on financial performance. Meanwhile, asset growth and asset tangibility have a positive and insignificant influence on financial performance. Leverage has an insignificant negative influence on financial performance. Meanwhile, sales expenses have a positive and significant influence on financial performance. The results obtained in this research reveal that operational strategies and resource management must be prioritized in order to achieve optimal financial performance in the consumption industry sector which operates in the food and beverage sector. It is hoped that carrying out this research can contribute to the literature regarding factors that can influence the financial performance of the food and beverage sector in Indonesia.

Peran Aktivitas Pemasaran Media Sosial Instagram dan Ekuitas Merek Terhadap Respon Pelanggan Bhisa

Current technological developments occur in various sectors, one of which is marketing with increasing marketing activities carried out on social media such as Instagram. This is influenced by various factors such as the increase in internet users and the time each person uses the internet. In response to this development, as one of the transportation service providers, PT BST with one of its integrated products, namely Bhisa, uses Instagram social media to market its products and services. The use of Instagram with the username Bhisa.id is PT BST's effort to continue to compete with its competitors. This study aims to determine the influence of Social Media Marketing Activities carried out by PT BST on brand awareness, brand image, EWOM, and commitment both directly and indirectly. This study uses a quantitative causal research method by testing survey data from 180 respondents of Bhisa.id Instagram followers. Testing in the study will use the SEM PLS model which will be tested using the Smart PLS 3 application. The results of the study show that the SMMA variable has a positive influence on brand equity consisting of brand awareness and brand image and has a positive and significant effect on customer responses, namely e-WOM and commitment. Furthermore, strong brand equity contributes positively to customer responses, such as E-WOM and commitment to the Bhisa brand. This study concludes that effective marketing strategies on social media, especially Instagram, can increase brand equity and, in turn, generate better customer responses. The recommendation for marketing practitioners is to continue to utilize Instagram as a primary marketing tool and focus on

Cognitive impairment in the schizophrenia spectrum: exploring the relationships of the g-factor with sociodemography, psychopathology, neurodevelopment, and genetics

Abstract Background Cognitive impairment constitutes a prevailing issue in the schizophrenia spectrum, severely impacting patients' functional outcomes. A global cognitive score, sensitive to the stages of the spectrum, would benefit the exploration of potential factors involved in the cognitive decline. Methods First, we performed principal component analysis on cognitive scores from 768 individuals across the schizophrenia spectrum, including first-degree relatives of patients, individuals at ultra-high risk, who had a first-episode psychosis, and chronic schizophrenia patients, alongside 124 healthy controls. The analysis provided 10 g-factors as global cognitive scores, validated through correlations with intelligence quotient and assessed for their sensitivity to the stages on the spectrum using analyses of variance. Second, using the g-factors, we explored potential mechanisms underlying cognitive impairment in the schizophrenia spectrum using correlations with sociodemographic, clinical, and developmental data, and linear regressions with genotypic data, pooled through meta-analyses. Results The g-factors were highly correlated with intelligence quotient and with each other, confirming their validity. They presented significant differences between subgroups along the schizophrenia spectrum. They were positively correlated with educational attainment and the polygenic risk score (PRS) for cognitive performance, and negatively correlated with general psychopathology of schizophrenia, neurodevelopmental load, and the PRS for schizophrenia. Conclusions The g-factors appeared as valid estimators of global cognition, enabling discerning cognitive states within the schizophrenia spectrum. Educational attainment and genetics related to cognitive performance may have a positive influence on cognitive functioning, while general psychopathology of schizophrenia, neurodevelopmental load, and genetic liability to schizophrenia may have an adverse impact.

Pengaruh Quality of Work Life dan Karakteristik Pekerjaan Terhadap Kinerja dengan Komitmen Organisasional Sebagai Variabel Mediasi pada Dinas Kesehatan Kota Semarang

This research aims to analyze the influence of quality of work life, job characteristics, quality of work life, and organizational commitment on the performance of Semarang City Health Service employees. This type of research is explanatory research. The results of the quality of work life variable, job characteristics variable, organizational commitment variable, and performance variable have a KMO value which indicates that the criteria for adequacy of this research sample have been met. Based on hypothesis testing and mediation effect testing results obtained: 1). Quality of work life has a positive influence on organizational commitment; 2). Job characteristics have a positive effect on organizational commitment; 3). Quality of work life influences performance; 4). Job characteristics have a positive effect on performance; 5). Organizational commitment has no effect on performance; 6). Organizational commitment is not a variable that mediates the influence of quality of work life on performance; 7). Organizational commitment is a variable that mediates the influence of job characteristics on performance.

Pengaruh Influencer, Brand Image, dan Product Quality, Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Sepatu Compass di Purwokerto

The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of influencers on Instagram social media, brand image, and product quality on purchasing decisions for Compass shoes among the people of Purwokerto. This research is a type of quantitative research with a research sample of 146 respondents who live in Purwokerto. The sampling method used is. Purposive Sampling, namely selecting respondents who are willing and meet the specified sample criteria. For data analysis, the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method was used with the Smart PLS version 4.0 tool. The tests carried out include the outer model test to assess the validity and reliability of the construct, the inner model test to evaluate the relationship between latent variables, and hypothesis testing to test the significance of the influence of each independent variable on the dependent variable. The research results show that partially the brand image and product quality are proven to have a positive and significant influence on the decision to purchase Compass shoes. On the other hand, influencers do not have a significant influence on the decision to purchase Compass shoes. These findings show that brand image and product quality factors are more dominant in influencing purchasing decisions than the influence of influencers on Instagram.

The Influence of Safety Performance For Hauling Operators At PT. XYZ

Occupational safety is a crucial issue in the mining industry, given the high risk of accidents that can occur in the field. The mining industry plays an important role in the economy of many countries, especially those rich in natural resources. The purpose of the research is to analyze the effect of safety culture and work environment on safety performance. This research uses quantitative analysis with survey methods. The sample in the study was 154 hauling operators and the analysis tool used SEM-PLS. the research results state that there is a positive and significant influence on safety culture and the work environment on safety performance. This suggests that the results of the study can provide a strong basis for companies to develop and strengthen safety culture programs that focus on increasing awareness and compliance with safety procedures among hauling operators. In addition, improvements in the design and condition of the work environment can create a safer and more comfortable working environment, which in turn will improve safety performance and operator productivity. The implications of the research show that a good safety culture and work environment significantly improve the safety performance of hauling operators at PT XYZ. To improve safety, the company should intensify safety training and rewards, improve working conditions, and adopt the latest safety technologies and procedures. With these measures, PT XYZ can reduce work incidents, increase productivity and strengthen its safety reputation.

Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja dan Lingkungan Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Pengurus Amil Zakat Pondok Pesantren Al-Insan: Yayasan Rumah Harapan Pinus Indonesia

Employee discipline and performance are fundamental aspects of a company where discipline and poor performance result in the sustainability of the institution. This research aims to analyze the influence of work discipline and work environment on the administrators of the Rumah Harapan Karawang Foundation. This research uses quantitative methods with a descriptive-verification approach, covering all employees of the Rumah Harapan Foundation, and produces a sample of 50 employees. Analysis was carried out using descriptive methods and multiple linear regression. The results of the descriptive analysis show that work discipline (X1), work environment (X2), and employee performance (Y) all meet the "good" criteria. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS version 27 software. The t-test results show that: 1) The work discipline variable (X1) partially influences employee performance (Y), 2) The work environment (X2) partially has a positive and significant influence on employee performance (Y).3) Simultaneous F test shows that work discipline and work environment positively and significantly influence performance