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Economic Fraud and Associated Risks: An Integrated Bibliometric Analysis Approach

This study offers a comprehensive insight into the realms of economic fraud and risk management, underscoring the necessity of adaptability to evolving technologies and shifts in financial market dynamics. Through the application of bibliometric methodologies, this study meticulously maps the relevant literature, delineating influential works, notable authors, collaborative networks, and emerging trends. It reviews key research contributions within the field, alongside reputable journals and institutions engaged in academic research. The examination highlights the logical, conceptual, and social interconnections that define the landscape of economic fraud and associated risks, elucidating how these findings inform the understanding, mitigating, and combating of the risk of fraud. Our bibliometric analysis methodology is grounded in the utilization of the Scopus database, employing rigorous filtering and extraction processes to obtain a substantial corpus of pertinent articles. Through a fusion of performance analysis and science mapping, our investigation elucidates central themes and visually represents the interrelationships between studies. Our research outcomes underscore the frequency of paper publications across diverse regions, with particular emphasis on the predominant scientific output from the US and China. Additionally, trends in academic citations are identified, indicative of the significant impact of papers on academic research and the formulation of public policies. By means of bibliometric analysis, this study not only consolidates existing knowledge but also catalyzes the exploration of future research trajectories, emphasizing the imperative of addressing these issues with heightened scientific rigor.

Bibliometric analysis of publications trends in Indonesian research institutions: A comparison of pre-integration (2015–2021) and post-integration (2022–2023) periods

Background: Institutional transformation – integrating many disparate research insti-tutes into the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN, for Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional) – was the most significant reform in the history of institutional gov-ernance in Indonesia. This integration policy aims to enable the state to strengthen the national research and innovation ecosystem and improve the performance of research institutions, one indicator of which is their output of publications reporting the results of research. Objectives: To compare the published output of research institutes before and after the integration of research institutions into BRIN. Methods: Relevant data retrieved through Scopus on 24 December 2023 and span-ning the period between 2015 and 2023 were analysed using Microsoft Excel, and col-laboration networks of authors and of countries were constructed using VOSviewer and examined for co-authors in different countries collaborating with first authors in Indonesia. Results: The number of publications increased annually over the period 2015–2023. However, the annual rate of growth after (2021–2023) the integration of research institutions was higher (36%) than that before (2015–2021) the integration (30%). Conference papers (51%) dominated the pre-integration era, whereas articles (57%) dominated the post-integration era, and the number of reputable journals in which the research was published was greater after the integration. Conclusions: The period after the integration of research institutions saw enhanced research output in terms of the number of research publications, annual rate of growth in that number, and the number of reputable journals in which the publica-tions appeared.

A narrative review of the phenomenon of predatory journals to create awareness among researchers in veterinary medicine.

In recent years, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of predatory journals has increased significantly. Predatory journals exploit the "open-access model" by engaging in deceptive practices such as charging high publication fees without providing the expected quality and performing insufficient or no peer review. Such behaviors undermine the integrity of scientific research and can result in researchers having trouble identifying reputable publication opportunities, particularly early-career researchers who struggle to understand and establish the correct criteria for publication in reputable journals. Publishing in journals that do not fully cover the criteria for scientific publication is also an ethical issue. This review aimed to describe the characteristics of predatory journals, differentiate between reliable and predatory journals, investigate the reasons that lead researchers to publish in predatory journals, evaluate the negative impact of predatory publications on the scientific community, and explore future perspectives. The authors also provide some considerations for researchers (particularly early-career researchers) when selecting journals for publication, explaining the role of metrics, databases, and artificial intelligence in manuscript preparation, with a specific focus on and relevance to publication in veterinary medicine.

The Influential Principles in Problem-Based Learning: A Systematic Review on English Language Learning

Since the beginning of its application, the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) has been recognized for its success in improving the quality of learning in various disciplines from different countries. Then, it has been recommended to be applied in all levels of education, especially in higher education. Therefore, this review is aimed at exploring the most influential principles of PBL which give contribution to the success of the learning outcome in English language learning. This review was compiled based on the guideline from PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for systematic reviews and Meta-Analysis). Data was searched and collected from studies published from electronic data bases of reputable international journals issued from 2012 to 2020. From 105 articles in the same area of English language learning, 7 articles were chosen to match the purpose of this review. The 7 articles have the same research methodology (experimental study), in which the discussions of the articles are analyzed to find the most influential principles supporting the success of PBL for all level of education in English language learning. It was found that PBL has proven to be effective in English language learning for all levels of education. In addition, the review shows that all discussions of the articles state that there are five most influential principles of the PBL that give contribution to the success of the language learning, the incorporation of ill structured/real life problems, a student-centered approach, collaborative learning, problem solving, and critical thinking.

PROGRESIVITAS ILMU PENGETAHUAN DAN TEKNOLOGI DALAM PENGEMBANGAN KARAKTER PADA PESERTA DIDIK

This research aims to analyze research articles on the progressivity of the application of science and technology to the development of students' character This research is a literature study using the Narrative Literature Review method. Data sources come from reputable international journals contained in the Scopus database, accessed through scopus.com, using keywords that have been determined from the initial study, namely Science and Technology and character. The research period covered the last 4 years (2019-2023) and the scope in the country of Indonesia, where 4 articles were obtained that fit the research objectives. From the analysis of the journal articles, some important information was found, including the author's contribution, diagnostic methods used, and content relevant to the research topic on the relationship between Science and Technology and character. The results found are (1) Using ICT-based Learning Media in introducing and teaching about the character of environmental care to students (2) Using LCD media and learning resources from the internet for problem solving of moral and social situations represented visually in the form of animated sketches. (3) Using a digital technology-based evaluation system Automated Short Essay Scoring directly affects students' confidence and character (4) Implementing a 15-minute reading system using ICT by browsing learning websites before learning can increase confidence to learn.

Cardiovascular Risk Management In Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune chronic inflammatory joint disease associated with pain, swelling, and morning stiffness. It not only affects the joints but also exhibits many extra-articular manifestations. It is recognized as an independent risk factor for cardiovascular (CV) abnormalities. The possibility of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in patients with RA is about twofold higher compared to non-RA individuals. Therefore, early risk assessment and management of risk factors are crucial to reduce the CV morbidity and mortality associated with RA. This systematic literature review summarizes the data available on the management of CVD risk factors in RA. A total of 61 articles from the most reputable journals published between 2013 and 2023 were reviewed, of which seven papers were selected for in-depth analysis. We tried to eliminate bias using various bias-eliminating tools. This analysis considers the proposed solution for CV risk prevention and management in RA patients. Optimal control of disease activity and persistent monitoring of other factors responsible for increased CV events in RA patients is the ultimate management of CV abnormalities. This study summarizes the recommendations for the management of CV risk factors in patients with RA.

ADVERTISING ON EARNED MEDIA IN SOCIAL MEDIA: SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Earned media is a marketing strategy that gets results naturally without the need to spend money to attract users through paid advertising or branding of owned media. This research method uses Systematic Analysis (SLR) which is a specialized research method to collect and evaluate research relevant to a particular focus and topic. The purpose of SLR is to identify various perspectives related to the subject under study and determine the strategies that will be used to help overcome the problems that arise. Researchers use various library sources and their variations to obtain the necessary data or information. By utilizing existing reference sources, writing this scientific article can be done smoothly. Data collection is done by documenting all articles that have similar research to the research report. There are 10 articles from reputable journals used in this research. Thus, this research not only provides academic contributions in the field of marketing, but also provides practical benefits for companies that want to utilize earned media as part of their marketing strategy.

Addressing Challenges in Bridging Japanese Research Culture with Malaysian Higher Education for Postgraduates Studies

This research article examines the challenges in bridging Japanese research culture with the Malaysian higher education system, specifically focusing on postgraduate studies. It investigates various aspects, including research practices, institutional frameworks, mentor-student relationships, collaboration patterns, funding mechanisms, and publication norms. The investigation is done via literature review and interviews with 25 subject matter experts. This research found that Japanese research practices emphasise meticulous methodologies, while Malaysian practices prioritise local challenges. Institutional frameworks in both countries highlight academic excellence, with Japan emphasising hierarchy and Malaysia emphasising collaboration. Mentor-student relationships in Japan tend to be hierarchical, whereas, in Malaysia, they are more egalitarian. Collaboration is valued in both countries, with Japan emphasising interdisciplinary projects and industry partnerships. Funding mechanisms differ, with Japan benefiting from larger budgets and established agencies. Both countries recognise reputable journals, but Malaysia also values local publications.

Nomination and remuneration committee: a review of literature

PurposeThis paper aims to synthesize the diverse literature on nomination and remuneration committees and provide avenues for future research.Design/methodology/approachThis study provides a comprehensive literature review of theoretical and empirical studies published in reputable international journals indexed by Scopus.FindingsThe literature review reveals several aspects of the nomination and remuneration committee. These aspects have been classified into the definition of the nomination and remuneration committee, dimensions of the nomination and remuneration committee, measurement and research review results, reasons for conflict empirical findings, company dynamics and research on moderators, as well as recommending future research.Research limitations/implicationsOur literature review shows that nomination and remuneration committees play a role in improving board performance and company performance, reducing agency conflicts and improving corporate governance to provide implications for companies, regulators and investors and pave the way for future research.Originality/valueThis paper identifies issues related to nomination and remuneration committees, their theoretical and practical implications and avenues for future research.

The Role of Competitive Advantage in Supporting the Hospitality Industry: Bibliometric Analysis

This article aims to analyze the role of competitive advantage in the hotel industry using bibliometric analysis, assisted by the biblioshiny software. The scholarly articles analyzed were sourced from various reputable international journals indexed in the Scopus database. A total of 46 scholarly articles were analyzed and selected based on stringent criteria, aligned with the academic standards. The results of the analysis indicate that competitive advantage plays a central role for managers in enhancing the economy within the hotel industry sector through innovative and creative strategies, supported by sustainable practices.
 Keywords: competitive advantage, hospitality industry, bibliometric

Publishing a research paper in reputable journals: doctoral students’ perspectives

This study aimed to enquire about the English foreign language (EFL) doctoral students’ perspective, especially in the non-English department, concerning the Indonesian government policy, which obliges an article published in a reputable international journal as a requirement to receive a doctoral degree. Their challenges in publishing their papers in Scopus or Web of Science (WOS)-indexed journals and their resolutions were also analyzed. A mixed-methods technique was used to obtain quantitative and qualitative information. The study consisted of 57 respondents, comprising 25 males and 32 females, who were EFL doctoral students of education departments from five universities. The purposive sampling method with several criteria was used to determine the study participants. Data were then collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. Subsequently, the findings showed that the policy of publishing a paper in Scopus or WOS-indexed journals to obtain an EFL doctoral degree was burdensome to the majority of the students. Other findings showed that the students faced several challenges in publishing their papers in these journals, including language problems, cost of publication, journal selection, lack of experience, duration to publish, writing difficulties, revising, and stress. The actions to resolve these challenges were also provided in this study.

Social Capital in the Performance on Born Global: Systematic Literature Review

The aim of this paper is to systematic literature review (SLR) of the research of Born Global (BG) and Social Capital (SC). This study aims to fill gaps in the literature by discussing scientific contributions and highlighting the main issues with previous research findings regarding the role of SC as antecedents and consequences in BG. This research is SLR from the 94 reputable journals that have discussed BG and SC in Scopus journals published from 2003 to 2020 based on a topic limitation search. This study found a growing body of research on BG and SC, with heterogeneity in methodology, antecedent, and unit analysis. Most BG research has discussed the role of network, capital, and SC as antecedents to the BG performance. This paper found that there were individual firm-level SC resources that could be used as potential tools to encourage BG performance. The literature on BG associated with SC is limited, and there is still no generally accepted model linking the two. On the other hand, for academics and practitioners, this study also offers an opportunity for further empirical studies of BG and SC with multilevel.

Preface

The Sharjah International Conference on Physics of Advanced Materials (SICPAM) was held on April 23–25, 2023, on the beautiful campus of the University of Sharjah. It brought together more than 120 scientists from 21 countries. The list of invited speakers included leading scientists, editors of reputable journals, young researchers, and students in the field of material science from Europe, the USA and Asia.Materials have been the key behind major technological breakthroughs throughout history. Their properties can be engineered and optimized to develop specific applications. The transformation of iron into steel ignited the second industrial revolution and the development of railways before the end of the nineteenth century. Similarly, semiconductors enabled the design of solid-state devices that gave birth to modern electronics and the digital revolution (the third industrial revolution).Today, we are witnessing the birth of the fourth industrial revolution with the fast development of generative AI and the production of the first versions of quantum computers. Quantum materials are emerging as the building blocks of quantum technologies.The conference covered a wide range of materials and some of the advanced techniques that are used to investigate their properties, as well as the computational methods that are emerging as very powerful tools for material design and screening for diverse applications, including energy conversion and storage, gas sensing and biosensing, water treatment and desalination, etc.The conference was an enriching experience and an excellent opportunity for many scientists to develop connections and possible collaborations. We would like to express our high appreciations to the University of Sharjah for hosting the conference and members of the scientific and organizing committees who worked hard to make the event a great success that will remain in our memory for a long time.Our sincere thanks go to the sponsors who generously supported the conference, namely: Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA), Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).Finally, I would like to address my deepest thanks to the co-Editors who worked tirelessly to ensure that all submitted papers are thoroughly reviewed and the referees’ concerns are properly addressed.Prof. Nouar Tabet, Chairman of the Scientific CommitteeList of Editors, Scientific Committee, Organizing Committee are available in the pdf

Letter to the Chief Editor

Dear Chief Editor, It is with great privilege that I pen these words to you, addressing the esteemed journal of our institution, the Annals of PMC. In this communication, I wish to highlight a significant and pressing concern within the realm of scientific journals today — the matter of "Paper Mills." Paper mills refer to organizations that engage in unethical practices related to scientific publishing, such as selling fake scientific manuscripts or offering authorship positions for a fee. These organizations have been identified in various scientific disciplines, and their activities include plagiarism, data fabrication, redundant publications, and copyright breaches. The prevalence of paper mills has led to the retraction of numerous publications, with over 1000 papers identified as originating from paper mills since January 2020. These papers are often associated with fraudulent practices and are typically retracted or labeled with expressions of concern. The International Association of Scientific, Technical, and Medical Publishers has launched a tool to detect papers generated by paper mills, aiming to tackle research fraud. The increasing frequency of retracted papers originating from paper mills poses a challenge for the research community, highlighting the need for new mechanisms to identify and prevent this type of misconduct. Professionals may opt for paper mills for various reasons. One reason is the pressure to publish to achieve academic success, which has led to unethical practices in academia, including the use of paper mills to buy authorship positions or obtain fake scientific manuscripts. Another reason could be the convenience and cost-effectiveness of using paper mills to have work published in reputable journals without going through the rigorous peer review process. Additionally, some professionals may turn to paper mills due to the desire for mass production of papers with a consistent intaglio pattern or to meet specific industry standards. It is important for editors of academic journals to be aware of the potential targeting by paper mills and implement editorial procedures to counteract these fraudulent practices. In my view, paper mills are hazardous for research, unethical, and should be discouraged, as they may promote fake data and may cause defamation of the journal as well as publishing authority and professionals. Therefore, I wish to caution you to be vigilant against such misconduct, as it could jeopardize the reputation of both the journal and the institution. I wish you and the whole editorial team best of luck for this and upcoming issues of the journal. PROF. DR. ZAFAR ALI CHOUDRY (T.I), Vice Chancellor Faisalabad Medical University Faisalabad Pakistan

Navigating the Landscape of IoT, Distributed Cloud Computing: A Comprehensive Review

This comprehensive academic exploration delves into the revolutionary convergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) with distributed cloud computing, redefining the realms of data processing, storage, and communication. The paper critically analyzes scholarly work from reputable journals, providing profound insights into this integration's multifaceted applications and underlying technological frameworks. The relevance of IoT, a network of interconnected devices and sensors, is emphasized through its significant impact on diverse sectors, including healthcare, education, agriculture, and smart cities. This impact is magnified by its extensive data collection, processing, and analysis capabilities, enabled through cloud computing platforms. The objective of the paper is to methodically compare and contrast contemporary scholarly contributions, shedding light on the diverse applications and technological infrastructures of IoT in conjunction with distributed cloud computing. This endeavor encompasses an examination of IoT-based cloud infrastructure, detailed analysis of specific needs, implementations, and applications of IoT-based cloud computing, and a review of various IoT cloud platforms. The paper also highlights the benefits of integrating IoT with cloud computing, elucidating significant advantages and potential future directions of this technology. Through this scholarly inquiry, the paper aims to offer an in-depth perspective on the state-of-the-art developments in IoT and distributed cloud computing. It underscores their significance and potential in shaping the future of digital technology and its applications across various domains.

Logical Relations and Noun Phrase Complexity of EFL Students’ Academic Writing to Promote Literacy Development Cycle Teaching Model

Academic writing has become more important, especially for academicians who are required to publish articles in a reputable journal. However, meeting journals’ quality standards is not an easy task. Graduate students as prospective academicians need to improve their writing style to be competent academic writers because previous studies revealed that writing style covering clause simplex, clause complex, and complex noun phrase are problematic for them. This qualitative case study explored the logical relations of clause complexes and complex noun phrases of clause simplexes found in graduate students' unpublished academic writing. It employed genre analysis for examining 20 graduate students' unpublished research papers collected using purposive sampling technique. The findings revealed that the students mostly produced choppy texts. They utilized parataxis (47.3%) and hypotaxis (52.7%). Concerning logico-semantic relation, the expansion relation is dominant (76.8%). In terms of complex noun phrase, 20.7% occurrences were found in clause simplexes, in which attributive adjective pre-modifiers and prepositional phrase post modifiers were dominant. Furthermore, the interviews revealed that the students' writing problems derived from their lack of awareness and low literacy of academic writing characteristics. Based on the research findings, a teaching model of the literacy development cycle is recommended to enhance students’ skills in academic writing.

Technology Transformation, Innovation, and Digital Economy Development in Developing Countries

The COVID-19 pandemic is a gateway for businesses to develop technology and embrace digitalization to remain competitive. Various results stated the important role of innovation and technology transformation as potent weapons for survival in this evolving landscape. This research analyzes the role of technology and innovation, especially in developing countries, with few articles researching this field. A systematic literature review that examined 84 articles from reputable international journals was used, with a particular emphasis on developing countries. This research aimed to conduct a comprehensive analysis of existing literature by using the keywords “technology”, “innovation”, and “digital economy” to identify gaps and generate fresh insights. The articles were collected from ProQuest, Google Scholar, and Scopus search engines and imported into Mendeley software for analysis using VOSviewer. The visualization results showed that SMEs were the most frequently mentioned keyword with 41 occurrences. This research contributed by providing opportunities in the form of new paths and variables rarely used for further analysis. There were also implications for organizational management, both in profit and non-profit organizations, to enhance technological capabilities, thereby improving business efficiency and sustainability.

Problem-Based Learning to Metacognition in Physics Learning in Indonesia: Literature Review

Physics learning encountered a hurdle due to students' insufficient metacognitive abilities, emphasizing the need to improve their understanding of learning and problem-solving procedures. This literature review aimed to explain the results of applying Problem-Based Learning (PBL) to metacognition in physics learning in Indonesia. This literature review was sourced from scholarly articles published between 2013-2023, retrieved via Google Scholar using tools like Publish or Perish and Open Knowledge Map. The search utilized keywords such as “Pembelajaran Berbasis Masalah” or “Problem-Based Learning” and “Metacogni*” and “physics”. These criteria included relevance to PBL in physics learning, metacognitive, publication in reputable journals, and full-text availability. From the initial pool of 214 articles, a selection process was applied based on the literature review criteria, including 11 national and one international article. Based on the findings of the literature review analysis, it was discovered that there was limited research on the application of PBL to metacognition in physics education in Indonesia, indicating a need for further exploration. Of the 12 articles examined, only 2 (16.7%) focused on developing PBL tools to facilitate metacognition, ensuring validity, practicality, and effectiveness in enhancing learner metacognition. Additionally, 6 of the 12 articles (50.0%) suggested that implementing the PBL model in physics education improved metacognitive abilities. However, 4 of the 12 articles (33.3%) reported no significant impact on enhancing metacognition through PBL learning methodologies. The results of this study indicated a complex correlation between PBL and the advancement of metacognitive skills in physics education. This underscored the significance of further research to pinpoint the factors influencing these outcomes and to refine PBL instructional approaches.

Heuvelmans the Heretic and Hidden Animals

Cryptozoology seeks to study ‘hidden animals’ by separating ‘metaphors and similes’ from possible underlying insight. Variously described as a science, pseudoscience, or fringe field, cryptozoology may be viewed under the lenses of both heterodox science and orthodox science. Cryptozoology is heterodox in its unconventional methods and strategy; its ‘fuzzy’ data in the form of circumstantial and testimonial evidence; and its mostly amateur investigators. Cryptozoology also borrows from orthodox science, and in recent years may have influenced orthodox science: traditional ecological knowledge, pioneered in cryptozoology, is beginning to enter ‘mainstream’ scientific research, and these data have facilitated recent zoological (re)discoveries. Some contemporary cryptozoological studies have also applied more orthodox and rigorous statistical methodology. Controversial photographic taxonomy has been applied in both crypto- and conventional zoology, and cryptozoology has been investigated by qualified scientists at reputable institutions and in reputable academic journals. Cryptozoological methods, when applied more scrupulously, may have some unrealised scientific potential.

Transformational Leadership in Public Sector Innovation: A Bibliometric Analysis

People and organizations need to adapt to rapidly evolving technology and information trends, but are often faced with limited resources. Therefore, innovation is important to be applied to various sectors, including the public sector which is known for the many regulations that surround it. Innovation is seen as a source of change, growth, and organizational effectiveness, but leadership factors have a dominant impact and are fundamentally critical to success in achieving it. This study aims to see trends in scientific publications (journals) regarding transformational leadership in public sector innovation; the most influential journals and authors; as well as potential research topics in the future. This study uses bibliometric analysis taken from the database of highly reputable journals Scopus by looking at the analysis results from the Scopus web on data that has been filtered according to criteria; visualization and analysis of data using VOS viewer application as well as biblioshin application. Based on the results of the study, the research topic of Transformational Leadership in Public Sector Innovation is still little discussed in Scopus indexed journal publications. The data obtained also shows that in the middle of the last 5 years, the topic shows the significance of increasing the quantity of publications which increasingly shows the interest of the theme of transformational leadership in public sector innovation with the times.