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Identification of the processes and the uses of Tanga: Dried ripe plantain (Musa paradisiaca) pulp produced in Côte d’Ivoire

The plantain banana is an excellent source of energy and nutrients and one of the main financial resources for many people in Côte d'Ivoire. Its losses due to rotting during storage make it impossible to ensure its availability. To fight against losses, northen population in the Gontougo region dry plantain pulp "Tanga" for many others uses. This study was undertaken to identify the drying process of "Tanga" and its main uses. Thus, a food consumption survey was made in the departments of Bondoukou, Koun-Fao and Transua with 135 households per zone. Data revealed that "Tanga" production is most carried out by women (76.05%). High percentage of producers and consumers were uneducated (74.32%), Ivorians (96.15%) and farmers (94.82%). To produce "Tanga", plantain bananas are dried to avoid losses (94.81%) in Koun-Fao and for cultural practice in Bondoukou and Transua (96.30% and 73.33% respectively). "Tanga" is consumed by rural populations to have strength, for health reasons and the eating habits. The production processes of "Tanga" vary according to the localities studied and eight (8) dishes based on "Tanga" were identified. The frequency of consumption varies from 1 to 3 times a month. The production pattern for "Tanga" is different in all three localities. Encouraging the full use of plantain by developing products from senescent plantain is a good step towards improving food sustainability.
Acceptance of The SAKTI Financial Management Government Application Systems in Indonesia Based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) Model

This study aims to test and measure the factors that can increase the acceptance of SAKTI at the North Sumatra Agricultural Quarantine Center based on the UTAUT framework. The findings processed 35 respondent data from the survey method and analyzed using partial least squares (PLS) structural equation modelling (SEM) with path coefficient. The results showed that social influence and facilitating condition variables strongly influence the acceptance of SAKTI. The existence of adequate computers, internet networks, and government obligations has resulted in SAKTI being increasingly accepted by work units in managing finances. Improving the quality of tools that support the use of SAKTI and the influence of related agencies can be a solution for the government to increase the acceptance of SAKTI.
A Fresh View of the Asian‐Australian Monsoon Complexity: The Intertropical Convective Cell (ITCC) Framework

The monsoon holds great significance in Asian‐Australian civilization. Recent studies realized the link between the monsoon onset and the seasonal migration of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). However, no clear ITCZ band is observed in the Asian‐Australian sector due to the strong influence of topography. Instead, there exists a large‐scale (∼1,500 km) tropical convective cell––a perennial system that we hereafter coin as the “intertropical convective cell (ITCC). ” Using ERA5 reanalysis and satellite‐based outgoing longwave radiation products, here we show by objective detection and tracking that the ITCC exhibits eight phases during its seasonal migration along the Asian‐Maritime land bridge. Particularly, its sudden northward jump in boreal spring coincides well with the earliest (abrupt) onset of the Asian rainy season, while its equatorward retreat heralds the overall (gradual) monsoon withdrawal. These findings demonstrate the close link of the ITCC behavior to the spring‐fall asymmetry of the monsoon. Dynamically, the off‐equatorial ITCC features a monsoon regime with a cross‐equatorial overturning circulation, differing markedly from its equatorial regime with two weak overturning cells on each side. Further budget analyses prove our hypothesis that the north‐south charging gradient of the moist static energy determines the ITCC's spring‐fall asymmetric propagation, illuminating the physical origin of the spring‐fall asymmetry in the monsoon. Our results demonstrate the usefulness of the ITCC framework in understanding the Asian‐Australian monsoon complexity in a fresh and holistic manner. The framework will facilitate monsoon diagnosis, modeling and subseasonal‐to‐seasonal forecasting in the Asian‐Australian sector.
Effect of Curcuma longa Rhizome Powder on Metabolic Parameters and Oxidative Stress Markers in High-Fructose and High-Fat Diet-Fed Rats

Metabolic disorders have become a major and growing global health problem, so finding potentially novel solutions with fewer harm is favourable to solving this problem. Thus, this research aimed to determine the effect of a diet supplemented with Curcuma longa rhizome powder on markers of oxidative stress as well as biochemical and haematological parameters of rats with diet-induced metabolic disorders. The powder was obtained from fresh Curcuma longa rhizome for preparation of extracts, which were used for in vitro analysis. After induction of metabolic disorders in male Wistar rats, they were separated into five groups: base, control, and high-fructose and high-fat diet supplemented with Curcuma longa rhizome powder at 2.5%, 5%, and 10%, respectively. The phytochemical analysis of the Curcuma longa rhizome powder extracts revealed the presence of phenols (96.97 ± 0.79 mg GAE/g) and flavonoids (133.19 ± 1.64 mg CE/g) and also showed good activities in DPPH free radical scavenging (79.46 ± 2.12%) and good inhibition of alpha-amylase enzyme (94.12 ± 2.84%). The food supplementation with Curcuma longa rhizome powder lowered Lee index (326.88 ± 3.08 to 262.45 ± 4.71), glycaemia (189.25 ± 5.98 to 120.5 ± 4.91 mg/dl), peritoneal fat deposition (2.18 ± 0.02 to 1.35 ± 0.14 g/100 g of body weight), triglycerides (58.35 ± 5.37 to 109.94 ± 1.42 mg/dl), total cholesterol (208.53 ± 1.53 to 114.18 ± 2.20 mg/dl), LDL-cholesterol (128.73 ± 3.64 to 17.55 ± 1.59 mg/dl), malondialdehyde (67.54 ± 2.48 to 39.75 ± 1.02 nmol/ml), and nitric oxide (27.83 ± 1.44 to 19.36 ± 1.28 nmol/ml) and increased HDL-cholesterol (48.12 ± 1.82 to 74.21 ± 1.04 mg/dl) and catalase activity (4.12 ± 0.56 to 11.58 ± 0.83 U/min/ml) with the best result at 5% supplementation. According to these results, the Curcuma longa rhizome powder supplement is a promising alternative for the treatment of metabolic disorders and oxidative stress.
Analysis of the Southward Wind Shift of ENSO in CMIP5 Models

AbstractDuring the mature phase of El Nino–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) events there is a southward shift of anomalous zonal winds (SWS), which has been suggested to play a role in the seasonal phase locking of ENSO. Motivated by the fact that coupled climate models tend to underestimate this feature, this study examines the representation of the SWS in phase 5 of the Coupled Model Intercomparison Project (CMIP5). It is found that most models successfully reproduce the observed SWS, although the magnitude of the zonal wind stress anomaly is underestimated. Several significant differences between the models with and without the SWS are identified including biases in the magnitude and spatial distribution of precipitation and sea surface temperature (SST) anomalies during ENSO. Multiple-linear regression analysis suggests that the climatological meridional SST gradient as well as anomalous ENSO-driven convective activity over the northwest Pacific both might play a role in controlling the SWS. While the mode.
Analyzing consumer willingness to pay for organic extra virgin olive oil: A logit model approach

The present study examines the elements that influence Italians' willingness to pay a higher price for organic olive oil. As a result, a survey was conducted involving a heterogeneous sample of 332 consumers and their propensity to spend a surplus price was examined using a logit model. According to the study findings, consumers are willing to pay more for organic olive oil and this willingness to pay increases with age, education level, living in a smaller household, consumption of organic food and traditional sources such as producers, retailers and supermarkets. The empirical investigation demonstrates the convenience for farms of converting olive oil production from conventional to organic in order to fulfill customer needs. Companies are able to plan their medium-and long-term commercial activities when they can predict customer preferences. Indeed, consumer information may have a beneficial effect on the community as a whole due to the considerable quantity of positive environmental externalities associated with organic olive production.
Identifying Risk and Protective Factors Influencing Adolescents to Become Involved in Crime from the Perspective of Probation Officers

Juvenile delinquency denotes unlawful and criminal actions carried out by individuals under the age of eighteen, encompassing a spectrum of offenses from minor transgressions like truancy to more serious crimes such as burglary and violence. Understanding the motivations behind a minor's criminal behaviour is crucial for preventing future offenses. Addressing the underlying circumstances influencing a child's decisions becomes instrumental in guiding behavioural improvements. Minors engaging in unlawful activities may face charges in a juvenile court, leading to potential sentences. The significant concern revolves around why children, who should be experiencing a secure and joyful childhood, attending school, and under familial protection, find themselves entangled in criminal activities. Equally troubling is the question of what awaits these young offenders upon their release and attempts at societal reintegration. Holistic intervention programs are imperative for these individuals, offering educational initiatives and skill-building to facilitate positive reintegration into the community. This approach aims to empower them to become productive adults, steering clear of a recurrence of their transgressions. This study investigates the risk factors influencing Malaysian youth to engage in criminal activities and explores protective factors that can impede their recurrence of offenses. Conducted through a basic qualitative study, the research employed semi-structured interviews with two probation officers in a central state district. Drawing from their experiences, both officers identified various risk factors, including parental disengagement, peer pressure, unfavourable living conditions, and societal indifference, which significantly contribute to youth involvement in criminal activities. Conversely, the study revealed that parents, family, schools, and society at large play pivotal roles in deterring juveniles from criminal behaviours. By shedding light on these factors, the research aspires to deepen our understanding of the dynamics influencing adolescent criminal behaviour and contribute to the prevention of juvenile delinquency
THE UTILIZATION OF CANVA APPLICATION IN SUPPORTING EARLY CHILDHOOD ARABIC LANGUAGE LEARNING: TEACHERS' PERCEPTIONS / PEMANFAATAN APLIKASI CANVA DALAM MEDUKUNG PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA ARAB ANAK USIA DINI: PERSEPSI GURU

The aim of this research is to describe teachers' perceptions on the use of Canva application in supporting early childhood Arabic language learning. The method employed was a quantitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through online questionnaire. 20 teachers were selected as respondents using purposive sampling. Data analysis was conducted using quantitative descriptive analysis. The findings of this research indicate that the utilization of the Canva application can support early childhood Arabic language learning. Canva can serve as an effective alternative to improving the quality of Arabic language education for young children. The use of this application can support early childhood Arabic language learning and assist teachers in creating engaging and easily comprehensible learning materials. It’s because of Arabic language learning for young children requires a creative and innovative approach to make it easier for children to understand and absorb the lesson materials. One solution to enhance the effectiveness of Arabic language learning is by using digital technology, such as the Canva application. In the future, there is potential for similar research on other areas of education.
An Australopithecus afarensis Infant First Metatarsal from Hadar, Ethiopia

An Australopithecus afarensis Infant First Metatarsal from Hadar, Ethiopia By Heather A. Hillenbrand The story of early human evolution centers largely on the adaptation of bipedality. “The hallux clearly plays so fundamental a role in primate locomotion that any relevant fossil specimen would have great significance for the assessment of locomotor patterns in Pliocene hominids” (Latimer and Lovejoy, 1990: 125). The hallux, or first toe, consists of the first metatarsal and the proximal and distal phalanges (White and Folkens, 2000). The most important indication of bipedality in this digit is the hallucal tarsometatarsal joint (the joint at which the first metatarsal articulates with the medial cuneiform). Though significant fossil evidence of Australopithecus afarensis has been documented, controversy over interpretation of the species’ anatomical adaptations, and thus its locomotor patterns, still exist. This work addresses an Australopithecus afarensis infant first metatarsal from the A.L. 333 site in Hadar, Ethiopia, never before described nor accessioned to the Hadar hominid catalogue. The fossil was compared to the first metatarsals of modern human and chimpanzee infants, and, in measurements where these groups differed, the fossil was found to be morphologically similar to humans. This anatomy suggests the potential for fully modern bipedal locomotion, which implies profound behavioral changes by 3.5 million years ago. This provides further evidence of obligate bipedality in Australopithecus afarensis.
Role and Determinants of Domestic Tourism Demand in Indonesia

Tourism is a potential sector in the country's development strategy. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Indonesian tourist visits have remained higher and more stable than foreign tourists. Domestic tourism is critical in defining an inward-looking national economic recovery strategy. However, few tourism studies still exist on the relationship between domestic tourism and regional economies. This study analyses the relationship between domestic tourism and Indonesia's regional economic growth and the determinants of Indonesian tourism demand in terms of domestic tourist expenditure. The data types used are secondary data provided by BPS, Kemenparekraf, Kemenkeu and Bank Indonesia. Analytical methods are the Granger causality test, fixed effect model and panel data regression analysis. The results show a one-way relationship between Indonesia's total tourism expenditure and regional economic growth. Based on research, the government's strategic priority is to increase domestic tourism expenditures by increasing per capita income, increasing tourist attraction and providing ATMs. ATMs facilitate the circulation of cash, influencing the increase in tourism expenditures. Stabilization of the consumer price index in tourist destinations should be maintained as it can negatively impact them.
The Factors that Influence Earnings Management: Evidence on Basic Materials Sector

Earnings management is an action to modify accounting records so that there is intervention in the financial statements while complying with applicable accounting standards. This study aims to determine the relationship between earnings management with tax incentives, tax avoidance, and financial distress in basic materials sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2016 – 2021. This research can suggest the companies or investors regarding the factors that influence earnings management practices in a company so that it can be more efficient in making business decisions in order to maintain the stability of the company. The sample selection technique in this study used purposive sampling. The resulting samples were 13 companies and 78 observational data. The analysis technique used is panel data regression using Eviews 12 software. The results show that tax incentives, tax avoidance, and financial distress simultaneously affect earnings management. Partially tax incentives have a negative influence on earnings management, while tax avoidance and financial distress have a positive influence on earnings management.
Digital Affordances on Speaking English Fluently: Learning English as a Second Language

Speaking is a skill that involves verbal communication, such as deriving meaning between two or more people as a speaker and listener. The pread of technology make people easier to study. On of the digital tool to improve speaking ability is by using digital story telling or called DST. Lots of researcs about DST have been published and told how effective it is. The effectiveness of DST as a tool to support the learning of all four English language skills. In this study, a descriptive research technique, case studies, was used. The case study aims to explore that examine the characteristics of existing cases and try to describe them in detail. In this study used digital media in teaching speaking. The two most important methods used by Toontastic turned out to be scaffolding and subject familiarity. In their learning Regarding protocol, more than 50% of students said the gradual development of the story was driven by: Toontastic makes it easy to create your own stories. From a social constructivist perspective, Toontastic's resources were the bridge that took ZPD's performance to the next level.
The Influencing Factors and Relationship Between Job Satisfaction and Job Performance of Primary and Junior Secondary School Teachers: Empirical Study Based on Mali’s Bamako and Kita Regions

Over decades, Malian primary and junior secondary school teachers have gone through work stoppages, strikes, and demonstrations claiming better living and working conditions. These incessant claims have caused the loss of much learning and teaching time and are charged being one of the causes of students' failure. This study examines the factors influencing Malian primary and junior secondary school teachers' job satisfaction and establishes the correlations between their job satisfaction and job performance. We used a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design to examine the factors influencing Malian primary and junior secondary school teachers' job satisfaction. The quantitative phase consisted of five hundred and twenty (n=520) teachers selected using stratified random sampling techniques. In contrast, the qualitative phase consisted of twenty (n=20) participants purposively selected from the quantitative phase based on their level of dissatisfaction. SPSS software was used to analyze the data. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data collected from the interviews. Overall, the findings showed that most of the teachers (51 %) were not satisfied with their job. The study showed that urban teachers are more satisfied with their job than rural teachers. A significant correlation was found between teachers' general level of satisfaction and their job performance. It showed that the more satisfied teachers are, the better students' academic performance in Mali.
The Effect of Risk Profile, Profitability, and Capital on Profit Growth of Indonesian Digital Banks

Digital Bank is a bank innovation that is very popular today because it provides convenience in transactions. The large number of digital bank enthusiasts makes researchers interested in researching the health of digital banks. This study will investigate how much influence the bank's health level has on the profit growth of digital banks, as measured by the risk profile using NPL and LDR indicators, GCG with institutional ownership, Profitability with ROA indicators, and Capital with CAR indicators. This study utilized panel data regression analysis techniques. The Population in this study are all digital banks registered on IDX, and sampling was performed using purposive sampling techniques, so there are nine banks as a sample from 20 banks. Secondary data research using documentation study methods and literature studies for data collection. This study relies on financial statements obtained from the official web pages of every digital bank and www.idx. co.id as its data source. The research results obtained are ROA was discovered to have a statistically significant positive impact on profit growth, while NPL, LDR, CAR, and GCG had no impact. LDR and ROA were discovered to have a statistically significant positive impact on GCG, whereas NPL and CAR had no impact. According to indirect testing, GCG could not mediate the relationship between NPL, LDR, ROA, and CAR on profit growth.
Analysing the relationship between ocean indices and rainfall in the Chao Phraya River Basin

We examined the variability of ocean indices and rainfall in the Chao Phraya River Basin. We used rescaled adjusted partial sums (RAPS) to analyse the relationship between rainfall and various ocean indices, such as the Southern Oscillation Index (SOI), sea surface temperature indices and the Dipole Mode Index (DMI). Rainfall in the Chao Phraya River basin was strongly correlated with the SOI index. Furthermore, results of the analysis accounted for the location of the rainfall station and showed that rainfall in the high‐latitude area of the Chao Phraya River Basin was most highly correlated with the SOI index. However, sea surface temperature (SST) indices were more highly correlated with rainfall than the SOI index in the low‐latitude area.
Evidence for Post-Permian Epeirogenic Uplift in the Canning Basin from Vitrinite Reflectance Data

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Systemic Treatment with Fas-Blocking Peptide Attenuates Apoptosis in Brain Ischemia

Apoptosis plays a crucial role in neuronal injury, with substantial evidence implicating Fas-mediated cell death as a key factor in ischemic strokes. To address this, inhibition of Fas-signaling has emerged as a promising strategy in preventing neuronal cell death and alleviating brain ischemia. However, the challenge of overcoming the blood–brain barrier (BBB) hampers the effective delivery of therapeutic drugs to the central nervous system (CNS). In this study, we employed a 30 amino acid-long leptin peptide to facilitate BBB penetration. By conjugating the leptin peptide with a Fas-blocking peptide (FBP) using polyethylene glycol (PEG), we achieved specific accumulation in the Fas-expressing infarction region of the brain following systemic administration. Notably, administration in leptin receptor-deficient db/db mice demonstrated that leptin facilitated the delivery of FBP peptide. We found that the systemic administration of leptin-PEG-FBP effectively inhibited Fas-mediated apoptosis in the ischemic region, resulting in a significant reduction of neuronal cell death, decreased infarct volumes, and accelerated recovery. Importantly, neither leptin nor PEG-FBP influenced apoptotic signaling in brain ischemia. Here, we demonstrate that the systemic delivery of leptin-PEG-FBP presents a promising and viable strategy for treating cerebral ischemic stroke. Our approach not only highlights the therapeutic potential but also emphasizes the importance of overcoming BBB challenges to advance treatments for neurological disorders.