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FITOSSOCIOLOGIA E FLORÍSTICA EM ÁREAS DE CAATINGA NA MICROBACIA HIDROGRÁFICA DO RIACHO CAJAZEIRAS- RN

A caatinga esta localizada em quase todos os estados da regiao Nordeste e norte de Minas Gerais, apresentando caracteristicas floristicas variadas. Neste trabalho, os estudos em fragmentos de caatinga caracterizaram-se em analises floristicas e fitossociologicas na microbacia hidrografica do riacho Cajazeiras, no setor que percorre os municipios de Agua Nova e Pau dos Ferros-RN. As analises se configuraram no sistema de parcelas multiplas, sendo delimitadas 20 parcelas, sendo 05 em cada area, atendendo ao metodo de 10 x 10. Nas parcelas foi medida a altura total e o perimetro basal de cada individuo amostrado. Buscamos relacionar essa discussao aos mapas de solos que comportam as areas caracterizando a distribuicao e presenca das especies vegetais sobre os mesmos. Na composicao floristica identificamos 784 individuos, estabelecidos em 13 familias e 17 especies, sendo percebido 8 individuos mortos. Com relacao aos parâmetros fitossociologicos de Densidade, Frequencia Dominância e Valor de Importância, as especies que apresentaram significativa representatividade nas areas foram C. sonderianus, Myracrodruon urudeuva Allemao, C. leprosum e P. bracteosa. Os solos que compreendem a microbacia sao os Argissolos Vermelho e Amarelo e os Luvissolos; quanto as especies que representaram diferencas e singularidades com relacao a questao edafica foram a C. sonderianus, Ziziphus joazeiro, Aspidosperma pyrifolium e Tabebeuia impetiginosa. Ao fim deste trabalho conclui-se que as familias Fabaceae – Caesalpinioideae, Fabaceae – Mimosoideae e Euphorbiaceae destacaram-se em quantidade de especies nas areas amostradas. Por fim, verificou-se a representatividade da C. sonderianus em todos os parâmetros fitossociologicos.
Prediction of Potassium Content in Rice Leaves Based on Spectral Features and Random Forests

The information acquisition about potassium, which affects the quality and yield of crops, is of great significance for crop nutrient management and intelligent decision making in smart agriculture. This article proposes a method for predicting the rice leaf potassium content (LKC) using spectral characteristics and random forests (RF). The method screens spectral characteristic variables based on the linear correlation analysis results of rice LKC and four transformed spectra (original reflectance (R), first derivative reflectance (FDR), continuum-removed reflectance (CRR), and normalized reflectance (NR)) of leaves and the PCA dimensionality reduction results of vegetation indices. Following a second screening of the correlated single band and vegetation index variables of the four transformed spectra, the RF is used to obtain the mixed variable (MV), and regression models are developed to achieve an accurate prediction of rice LKC. Additionally, the effect of potassium spectral sensitivity bands, indices, spectral transformation form, and different modeling methods on rice LKC prediction accuracy is assessed. The results showed that the mixed variable obtained with the second screening using the random forest feature selection method could effectively improve the prediction accuracy of rice LKC. The regression models based on the single band variables (BV) and the vegetation index variables (IV), FDR–RF and IV–RF, with R2 values of 0.62301 and 0.7387 and RMSE values of 0.24174 and 0.15045, respectively, are the best models. In comparison to the previous two models, the MV–RF validation had a higher R2 and a lower RMSE, reaching 0.77817 and 0.14913, respectively. It can be seen that the RF has a better processing ability for the MV that contains vegetation indices and IV than for the BV. Furthermore, the results of different variable screening and regression analyses also revealed that the single band’s range of 1402–1428 nm and 1871–1907 nm, as well as the vegetation indices constituted of reflectance 1799–1881 nm and 2276–2350 nm, are of great significance for predicting rice LKC. This conclusion can provide a reference for establishing a universal vegetation index related to potassium.
HIV and AIDS-related knowledge, HIV risk perception, uptake of HIV testing and its predictors among prison inmates in Bauchi State, Nigeria: a cross-sectional study

Introduction globally, HIV infection among prison inmates is significantly higher than in the general population. Therefore, it is important to identify inmates-living-with-HIV, through HIV-testing, in keeping with the target of UNAIDS vision 90-90-90. We assessed HIV/AIDS-related knowledge, HIV-risk perception and predictors of HIV-testing-uptake in Bauchi Prison. Methods we conducted a cross-sectional study among 310 inmates selected with 2 stage sampling. Data was collected using a pretested, structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire. Inmates that consented to HIV-test were tested. We estimated inmates' knowledge about HIV/AIDS, the level of HIV testing uptake and predictors of HIV testing-uptake using multiple logistic regression at 5% significant level. Results the mean age (SD) was 32.3 (±9.4) years and 94.8% were males, 47.1% (95% CI: 41.6-52.7) of the respondents had good knowledge of HIV/AIDS. Fifty-five percent (95% CI: 49.9-60.9) felt they were not at risk of contracting HIV. Uptake of HIV-testing was 58.1% (95% CI: 52.5-63.4). Independent predictors for the uptake of HIV-testing were age 35-44 years (aOR= 3.3; 95% CI: 1.4-7.7), positive risk perception (aOR= 3.3; 95% CI: 1.8-6.2), good knowledge of HIV (aOR= 9.6; CI: 5.1-18.0) and knowing someone who had died of AIDS (aOR= 4.1; 95% CI: 1.9-6.4). Conclusion good knowledge of HIV/AIDS and HIV-testing-uptake was low among the inmates. We recommended the development and implementation of targeted HIV-testing interventions that cater to the specific needs of different age-groups within the prison population. The prison authority should develop prison-specific health education programme and awareness campaigns aimed at promoting accurate HIV-risk perception, improving their knowledge and help inmates make informed decisions that will prevent them from contracting HIV.
Identification of Research Areas Within Reverse Logistics A Focus Group Technique Application

Reverse Logistics may be considered as a relatively recent sub-field (most of references are dated from the 90’s) within themore ample one, the Logistics. Focus group technique has been recognized as a suitable research technique when little isknown. Using this technique two different meetings were organized with a two-fold purpose: on one hand, to serve as a coun-terpoint of the preceding literature review; on the other hand, to gather information about the most important emerging areasof Reverse Logistics. Participants were also different: one group consisted of researchers with academic background in gen-eral Logistics and from different European countries (Finland, Denmark, Sweden, United Kingdom, Germany and Spain). Inthe second one, the participants were managers with strong Reverse Logistics responsibility within the local Finnish enterpris-es where they work. Ideas from both groups were intended to be confronted, given the different nature of source from where they stemmed, andto serve as initial point for future and larger research efforts.Descriptors: Logistics, Research, Focus group
The Early Bronze Age Log Coffin Burials of Britain: The Origins and Development of a Burial Rite(s)

This paper describes the results from a project to obtain radiocarbon determinations from Early Bronze Age log coffin burials. Log coffins have been recognised as a burial tradition since antiquarian excavations uncovered the first examples. However, comparatively few are associated with radiocarbon determinations and many old determinations are very imprecise. To address this, seven log coffin burials were identified across England, and 11 samples from these were submitted for radiocarbon dating. The dates from the project were reviewed with previously obtained reliable determinations to reconsider the origins and development of the log coffin burial by region. The resulting study indicates that the earliest log coffins were associated with Beaker burials but that regional variations involving different rites soon developed.
The Cenozoic of southern Africa

This book is devoted exclusively to the Cenozoic era in southern Africa. The authors explore a variety of themes within this time frame, beginning with the evolution of the major landforms of the subcontinent: the old landscapes of southern Africa are host to a wide variety of deposits of differing ages. Special emphasis is placed on the cave fills of the interior, whose rich yield of early hominid and faunal remains have focused the attention of a host of paleoanthropologists and paleontologists on South Africa. These remains, and their implications for an understanding of patterns and mechanisms of evolution form the subjects of separate major contributions. Other themes include Cenozoic volcanism, paleofold hydrology, periglacial features, wetlands, vegetation history as reconstructed from pollen and macro-plant remains, environmental isotopes, and the Quaternary archaelogical record. In a concluding synthesis, evidence from all of these sources is used to trace the evolution of climates through the past 65 million years. This book will be an essential work of reference for students and researchers in the fields of geology, paleontology hominid evolution, and paleoclimatology. It brings together in a single volume a wealth of new evidence on how the environments of the southern part of Africa have changed since Cretaceous times and examines the role of these changes in the emergence and development of our early ancestors.
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment for Older Women with Early-Stage (Non-Metastatic) Breast Cancer—An Updated Systematic Review of the Literature

Background: A previous systematic review by our team (2012) undertook comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) in breast cancer and concluded there was not sufficient evidence to instate CGA as mandatory practice. SIOG/EUSOMA guidelines published in 2021 advocate the use of CGA in breast cancer patients. The aim is to perform an updated systematic review of the literature. Methods: A systematic review of studies published between 2012 and 2022 that assessed the use of CGA in breast cancer was performed on Cochrane, PubMed and Embase. Results: A total of 18 articles including 4734 patients with breast cancer were identified. The studies covered four themes for use of CGA in breast cancer: (1) to determine factors influencing survival (2) as an adjunct to treatment decision-making (3) to measure quality of life, and (4) to determine which tools should be included. There was evidence to support the use of CGA in themes 1–3; however, it is uncertain which assessment tools are best to use (theme 4). Conclusions: CGA can be used to determine factors affecting survival and quality of life in breast cancer patients and can therefore be used to aid treatment decision-making. Further work is required to determine gold standard CGA.
A method for importance and risk assessment of main pipeline facilities

The issues of creating a method for solving a multi-criteria task of the importance and risk (hazard) assessment of trunk pipeline objects (sections) are considered. The method is developed on the basis of the analytic hierarchy process. Each object (section) of trunk pipelines is characterized by a set of particular criteria that have their own scale of possible values of different physical nature and different dominance in determining the overall object importance. In this regard, there is a problem of transition from estimates by physical parameters to dimensionless assessment using some membership function. The study proposes an approach to automating the process of assessing objects by particular parameters in the analytic hierarchy process. For this purpose, a method is proposed that allows experts to be excluded from the process of filling in the paired comparison matrix based on the formation of a system of rules. Having a vector of criteria importance and guided by a system of rules, it is enough to specify the actual values of criteria for each alternative to compare objects. Based on this method, a model has been developed that allowed experimental studies to be carried out in the developed software. This method, as well as the developed importance assessment and decision-making software, is used in the automated system of electrochemical protection of main pipelines. The results of evaluating the importance of criteria for the task of risk assessment of gas pipeline sections are presented. The results obtained and their practical implementation in the management of main gas pipelines confirmed the effectiveness of the developed method. This allows you to make decisions in situations where it is necessary to carry out a multi-criteria selection of currently effective solutions and management strategies, assess risks, prioritize elements and coordinate actions for modernization or development
Association of the severity of colic in horses with oxidative stress biomarkers, acute-phase proteins, and certain trace elements

Sixty-one horses were enrolled in this study and divided into 3 different groups according to their severity of colic (heart rate, oral mucous membrane color, and abdominal distention): a strangulating colic (SC) group (n=21), non-strangulating colic (NC) group (n=20), and control group (n=20) consisting of randomly selected normal horses without signs of colic. The serum concentrations of haptoglobin, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNFα), nitric oxide (NO), malondialdehyde (MDA), zinc, iron, and copper were evaluated in all horses. The average concentration of TNFα in the SC group was higher than that in the control group (P<0.001). The TNFα concentration was higher in the NC group compared with the control group (P<0.001). Furthermore, the average concentration of TNFα tended to be higher in the SC group compared with the NC group (P=0.052). The average concentration of haptoglobin in the SC group was higher than that in the control group (P<0.001). The average concentration of NO was higher in the SC group compared with the NC group. (P=0.016) The average concentration of MDA was higher in the SC group compared with the control group (P=0.042). Furthermore, the concentration of MDA was higher in the SC group compared with the NC group (P=0.048). TNFα in horses with signs of colic may be a reliable indicator of prognosis and the severity of clinical signs. The haptoglobin concentration may be a useful marker in cases where animals are referred to clinicians a few days after the onset of colic. The concentrations of MDA and NO should be interpreted with caution.
Anthropomorphic framing and failure comprehensibility influence different facets of trust towards industrial robots

Introduction: Utilizing anthropomorphic features in industrial robots is a prevalent strategy aimed at enhancing their perception as collaborative team partners and promoting increased tolerance for failures. Nevertheless, recent research highlights the presence of potential drawbacks associated with this approach. It is still widely unknown, how anthropomorphic framing influences the dynamics of trust especially, in context of different failure experiences. Method: The current laboratory study wanted to close this research gap. To do so, fifty-one participants interacted with a robot that was either anthropomorphically or technically framed. In addition, each robot produced either a comprehensible or an incomprehensible failure. Results: The analysis revealed no differences in general trust towards the technically and anthropomorphically framed robot. Nevertheless, the anthropomorphic robot was perceived as more transparent than the technical robot. Furthermore, the robot’s purpose was perceived as more positive after experiencing a comprehensible failure. Discussion: The perceived higher transparency of anthropomorphically framed robots might be a double-edged sword, as the actual transparency did not differ between both conditions. In general, the results show that it is essential to consider trust multi-dimensionally, as a uni-dimensional approach which is often focused on performance might overshadow important facets of trust like transparency and purpose.
Distribution and Abundance of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus (Diptera: Culicidae) in Benin, West Africa

Updated information on the distribution and abundance of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus is crucial to prepare African countries, such as Benin, for possible arboviral disease outbreaks. This study aims to evaluate the geographical distribution, abundance and biting behaviour of these two vectors in Benin. Three sampling techniques were used in this study. The collection of Aedes spp. adults were made through human landing catch (HLC), immatures were captured with the use of ovitraps, and a dipping technique was used for the collection of Aedes spp. in 23 communes located along the North–South and East–West transect of Benin. Adult Aedes mosquitoes were collected indoors and outdoors using HLC. Mosquito eggs, larvae and pupae were collected from containers and ovitraps. The adult mosquitoes were morphologically identified, then confirmed using a polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Overall, 12,424 adult specimens of Aedes spp. were collected, out of which 76.53% (n = 9508) and 19.32% (n = 2400) were morphologically identified as Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus, respectively. Geographically, Ae. aegypti was found across the North–South transect unlike Ae. albopictus, which was only encountered in the southern part of the country, with a great preponderance in Avrankou. Furthermore, an exophagic behaviour was observed in both vectors. This updated distribution of Aedes mosquito species in Benin will help to accurately identify areas that are at risk of arboviral diseases and better plan for future vector control interventions.
Biodegradable Mulching Film vs. Traditional Polyethylene: Effects on Yield and Quality of San Marzano Tomato Fruits

Mulching is a common practice for improving crop yield and obtaining an out-of-season production, but when made using plastic materials it can bring environmental problems due to the management and the disposal of films at the end of the cropping seasons. To increase the sustainability of this practice, recently, mulching films made with biodegradable organic materials have become more widely used. Our aim was to evaluate the effect of a biodegradable mulching film on yield and qualitative traits of the San Marzano tomato fruits over two years (2014 and 2015). Two different types of mulching were tested: (i) black biodegradable film (MB12) and (ii) black low-density polyethylene (LDPE) were compared to bare soil (BS). Both mulching films elicited a 25% increase in yield, mainly due to the significantly higher number of fruits per square meter, compared to BS. Both mulching films also elicited a 9.9% increase in total soluble solids and a 57% increase in carotenoid content, while firmness showed the highest value in BS fruits. MB12 determined the highest value of the Hunter color ratio a/b of tomato fruits, followed by LDPE, while the lowest value was recorded in BS fruits. Both mulching films elicited an increase of 9.6%, 26.0%, and 11.7% for flavonoids, polyphenols, and AsA, respectively. In 2014, the MB12 degradation started at 71 days after transplant (DAT); in 2015, at 104 DAT. Therefore, replacing polyethylene with biodegradable film would seem to be an agronomically efficient and environmentally sustainable practice.
Foraminíferos bentónicos del Holoceno del Golfo Nuevo, Argentina: inferencias paleoclimáticas

[Benthic Foraminifera of the Holocene from Golfo Nuevo, Argentine: paleoclimatical inferences]. Benthic Foraminifera from a recent Holocene core from Golfo Nuevo were analyzed. The fauna recovered was benthonic, and the predominant species were Buccella peruviana f. campsi (Boltovskoy), Buliminella elegantissima (d’Orbigny) and Bulimina patagonica d’Orbigny. Qualitative and quantitative analyses confirmed marginal marine conditions with lower oxygenation levels than under present-day conditions. This may have been a consequence of deterioration in climate which, due to its magnitude and persistence could have inverted the direction of the gulf’s current thermohaline circulation, in which case it would represent a probable consequence of the so-called Little Ice Age.
Stability of organic matter in forest soils of the middle Central Atlas: Extraction by biochemical fractionation

Organic matter in the soil component best reflects the interactions between the soil, the biosphere, and the atmosphere, because it depends both on the nature of the soil and the bioclimatic environment, which makes it an excellent indicator of the environment (Volkoff et al., 1988). Soil organic matter consists of molecules of different sizes which are more or less associated with each other and produced by the chemical transformation of bio-based substances (miscellaneous plant litter and animal) during humification (Borie, 2011). Organic matter transformations are carried out mainly by the processes of recombination (humification) and degradation (mineralization). The formation of stable products, “humus formation or humification”, consists of recombinations and polymerizations of organic molecules, more or less complex. The biochemical nature of the organic matter brought to the soil determines the humification process (Borie, 2011). Complex humification of genesis mechanisms generates humic substances (Stevenson, 1994; Berthe, 2006), including, humin, humic acids (HA), and fulvic acids (FA), involving a variety of chemical reactions and biological transformation processes. Many factors that influence them include the origin and nature of the organic matter, the microorganisms involved in the decomposition process, and the microfauna as biological factors, as well as some physical parameters like pH, temperature, humidity, and soil aeration (Tahiri et al., 2014). The evolution of humification over time is towards obtaining high molecular weights by increasing condensation. Fulvic acids (FA) are the lightest formed early process, followed by humic acids (HA). Humin is the latest step in humification and has a very high molecular weight (Robert, 2008). Moroccan forest ecosystems, like Mediterranean forests, are composed of heterogeneous species, often clear and with diverse structures. These ecosystems generally meet their own nutrient needs through mineralization and organic matter storage in the soil. Humic substances, naturally present in a diffuse way in these * Stability of organic matter in forest soils of the middle Central Atlas: Extraction by biochemical fractionation