bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Management of Fusarium Wilt of Chickpea Using Integrated Approaches Leading Induced Systemic Resistance
Authors: REDDY SUMANTH , KUMAR ADESH , PRAKASH SAKSHI SHARMA AND SATYA
Published: January 2024

The objective of the research was to investigate the impact of Trichoderma harzianum, Pseudomonas fluorescens, and Rhizobium, separately and together, on inducing systemic resistance in chickpea plants when exposed to Fusarium oxysporum f.sp ciceris. Various parameters such as wilt incidence, plant growth promotion, yield, peroxidase activity, polyphenol oxidase activity, and total phenol content were assessed after treating chickpea seeds (GNG-469) with these bioagents. The findings from in vitro experiments indicated that the treatment T14, which involved the combination of 1% T. harzianum, 2% P. fluorescens, and 2% Biochar, was the most potent combination of bioagents. Compared to the untreated control, this treatment considerably reduced wilt incidence and enhanced root length, shoot length, and overall yield. Furthermore, treatment T14 increased peroxidase activity by 1.4%, polyphenol oxidase activity by 1.6%, and total phenol content by 2.3% in chickpea plants during Fusarium wilt disease. These findings have crucial implications for creating innovative formulations utilizing fungal and bacterial bioagents to effectively control wilt disease in chickpea plants. Rhizobium exhibited the lowest growth inhibition (23.13%), and T. harzianum showed the highest growth inhibition (66.38%) in vitro compared to control. New generation fungicide such as Amistar top T5 (18%), the positive control, was highly effective against this soil-borne pathogen; however, chemical pesticides with hazardous implications must be replaced by ecofriendly biocontrol agents.. KEYWORDS :Systemic resistance, Chickpea wilt, Fusarium oxysporum ciceris, Biochar, Fungicides, Bioagents
Antifungal Activity of Pyocyanin like Compound of Pseudomonas aeruginosa JT25 Isolated from Gloriosa superba L.
Authors: TALUKDAR JAYASHREE , GOSWAMI MANOJ BARTHAKUR AND NIJARA
Published: January 2024

Isolation of rhizobacteria from the rhizosphere of medicinal plants for screening antimicrobial compounds has paved an alternate way for a sustainable approach to agriculture. In our investigation, 109 isolates were obtained from the rhizosphere of Gloriosa superba L., commonly known as glory lily and screened for their antagonism against 6 test fungal pathogens. Three isolates showed promising antibiosis and were further screened for bioactive metabolite production. The present study was limited to the evaluation of antimicrobial properties of one of the isolates Pseudomonas aeruginosa JT25 and optimization of biomass production and antimetabolite yield based on different cultural parameters such as pH, temperature, incubation period along with the effect of various carbon and nitrogen sources. JT 25 showed maximum biomass production at a pH of 7. In contrast, bioactive metabolite production was maximum at a pH of 8.5 on the 5th day of incubation at 35?C, using glycerol and peptone as C and N sources, respectively. The antimicrobial compound was extracted with chloroform and purified with column chromatography and thin-layer chromatography (TLC). Using chloroform, dichloromethane, and methanol in the ratio of 8:1:1, two active compounds were isolated through TLC with Rf values 0.73 (blue) and 0.90 (yellow), respectively. The blue pigment?s minimum inhibition concentration was recorded as 0.5 mg/mL against Rhizoctonia oryzae sativa and highest against Alternaria solani. The yellow pigment did not show significant antibiosis.. KEYWORDS :Antimicrobial, Fungal pathogens, Gloriosa superba, Medicinal plants, Pseudomonas, Rhizobacteria
Cold Plasma Silver Sputtering Strategy for the Protection of Corn Grain from Aspergillus flavus and Aflatoxin B1 Contamination
Authors: FALIH AASHA S. , YASEEN SALIM H. S. AL-WARSHAN AND WALEED I.
Published: January 2024

This study evaluated a new and unique method of sputtering corn grains with cold plasma to resist the growth of the fungus Aspergillus flavus and prevent or reduce its production of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1). Sputtering grains depended on the sputtering time, that is, 1, 2, and 3 min. In addition, coating the grains with silver powder and Arabic gum (Bulk), Arabic gum alone, and a control (without any addition) was done. All levels of sputtering had no impact on the germination of corn grain in the laboratory, which was 100%. The field experiments also showed 100% germination of sputtered corn seeds. There was no significant impact on plant growth, and the average weight of the plants was 613 g in controls, followed by 2 min sputtering treatment (571 g), then the 3 min treatment (569.9 g). However, plant height was highest for the 3-min sputtering treatment (150.5 cm), significantly different from all other treatments. After this treatment, the highest number of leaves/plant (42.6 leaves/plant) was also recorded with high chlorophyll content (111.61 spad.). The most encouraging result was that sputtering treatments at all three levels (1, 2, and 3 min) gave high protection to yellow corn grain against the growth and development of the toxic A. flavus compared to the controls. The average AFB1 concentration recorded was 4.1, 2.5, and 2.3 ppb in the sputtering treatments of 1, 2, and 3 min, respectively. On the contrary, the average concentration of AFB1 was 147.99 ppb in the controls.. KEYWORDS :Aflatoxins, Aspergillus flavus, Corn, Fungal diseases, Plasma, Sputtering
Growth of Mustard under Open Field Conditions with Salicylic Acid and Antimicrobial Thiourea
Authors: DEY SHIPA RANI , SINGH PRASANN KUMAR AND JOGINDER
Published: January 2024

Mustard plants were subjected to varying doses of thiourea (TU) and salicylic acid (SA) to assess their response as growth regulators. The primary objective of this study was to investigate the hypothesis that the growth regulator SA can enhance the protection of the photosynthetic apparatus by up-regulating morphological traits in these plants. The experimental design involved sowing mustard seeds under natural environmental conditions in a field setting. Upon reaching the 15-day growth stage, the plants were subjected to different TU and SA treatment levels for 3 days. Subsequently, they were allowed to continue growing for 90 days. Various morphological traits were meticulously evaluated in the standing mustard plants. Following the application of SA and TU, noticeable improvements were observed in the number of nodes, primary branches, leaf area, and intermodal length of the plants. The data suggested that the morphological traits in the mustard plants were up-regulated by applying SA and TU. Furthermore, after using these substances, a detailed analysis of the alterations in functional groups within the leaves was conducted.. KEYWORDS :Brassica juncea, Growth regulators, Morphology, Salicylic acid, Thiourea
Efficacy of Botanical Pesticides on Biology and Cellular Immune Active Response of Greater Wax Moth, Galleria mellonella Linnaeus
Authors: KAUR NAVDEEP , SINGH DAVINDER , SINGH AMANDEEP , MAHAJAN KAPILA , THAKUR ABHINAY , SINGH AMANDEEP  AND RANDEEP
Published: January 2024

Many factors restrict honey bees? productivity and pollination potential, especially with the infestation of Greater wax moth, Galleria mellonella L., and synthetic pesticides used to manage this pest. Therefore, a study was conducted to examine the efficacy of oils extracted from Pongamia pinnata, Mentha piperita, Ocimum basilicum, and Thymus vulgaris on the biology and survival of wax moth. The results revealed that all treatments exhibited control over the hatching potential of eggs, and the lowest egg hatchability (6.67%) was observed with peppermint and thyme oil (4%). The larval mortality increased with increasing concentrations of the treatments. The basil oil (4%) showed the highest mortality of 3rd (76.67%) and 7th instar larvae (56.67%). All treatments reduced larval duration, while the time of pupation and adult longevity increased compared to the control. The cellular immune active response of 7th instar larvae at LC50 of these botanicals revealed a decrease in the number of granulocytes and plasmatocytes compared to control. This study demonstrated the potential of botanical pesticides in managing greater wax moth infestations, offering a more environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic pesticides.. KEYWORDS :Botanical biopesticides, Cellular immunity, Galleria mellonella, Granulocytes, Plasmatocytes, Wax moth
Identification and Molecular Analysis of Indigenous Entomopathogenic Nematodes, Steinernema, and Heterorhabditis in Iraq
Authors: KHALID AYMAN WALEED , BAKER SAMIRA A. KHLAYWI AND SAFAA ZAKARIA
Published: January 2024

A survey was conducted in some northern regions of Iraq between 2021 and 2022 to evaluate the diversity of entomopathogenic nematodes in these areas. Entomopathogenic nematodes were isolated from soil using the Galleria trap technique. Molecular identification illustrated that these isolates belong to two genera of entomopathogenic nematodes, Heterorhabditis, and Steinernema. The results of the molecular analysis also showed the presence of Steinernema isolates in the Al-Rashidiyah region in Mosul, Iraq. Heterorhabditis nematodes were isolated from Salah Al-Din, Samarra, and Al-Jadriya, Baghdad. Some collected soil samples were negative and had no nematode species such as Dohuk, Sulaymaniyah, Erbil, and Anbar cities. Molecular analyses using 28S genes confirmed that the isolated nematodes were Heterorhabditis indica (OQ653109.1), Heterorhabditis bacteriophora (OR243201.1), and Steinernema carpocapsae (OR243196.1).. KEYWORDS :28S gene, Entomopathogens, EPNs, Heterorhabditis, Molecular identification, Steinernema
Relative toxicity of some acaricides against spider mite, Tetranychus urticae Koch
Authors: Meetkumar Patel , Shukla Abhishek
Published: January 2024

The ovicidal activity of acaricides was assessed by determining their LC values for eggs. 50 Fenpyroximate was effective ovicidal treatment with the lowest LC value of 1.97 ppm followed by 50 fenpropathrin (4.59 ppm), fenazaquin (6.70 ppm) and hexythiazox (10.34 ppm). The descending order of ovicidal activity of different acaricides against T. urticae was fenpyroximate (1.97 ppm) > fenpropathrin (4.59 ppm) > fenazaquin (6.70 ppm) > hexythiazox (10.34 ppm) > propargite (34.56 ppm) > chlorfenapyr (55.91 ppm) > diafenthiuron (71.79 ppm) > buprofezin (135.99 ppm) > spiromesifen (361.84 ppm). Based on the LC values determined from laboratory bioassays with adult females of T. urticae, fenpyroximate and 50 fenpropathrin were found more toxic (2.16 and 2.41 ppm, respectively), while spiromesifen was least toxic with the highest LC value of 414.03 ppm. The order of relative toxicity of different acaricides to adult 50 females was fenpyroximate (2.16 ppm) > fenpropathrin (2.41 ppm) > fenazaquin (7.75 ppm) > hexythiazox (12.46 ppm) > propargite (27.88 ppm) > diafenthiuron (52.33 ppm) > chlorfenapyr (61.18) > buprofezin (94.92 ppm) > spiromesifen (414.03 ppm).. KEYWORDS :Relative toxicity, acaricides, spider mite, T. urticae
Studies on total Haemocyte counts in Haemolymph of Philosamia ricini (Saturniidae : lepidoptera)
Authors: Kumari Neety
Published: January 2024

The haemocytes or blood cells of insects comprise a complex of several types of mesodermal cells which circulate with the blood, play a pivotal role in tranport of nutritional materials to different parts and also in defence mechanism of an individual insect and their Population in blood reflects upon the physiological understanding of the insects. Philosamia ricini (Saturniidae : Lepidoptera) is one of the most widely exploited sericigenous non-mulberry silkworm, in tropical India and skips unfavourable climatic condition in diapause state. Keeping in view of its economic importance and the importance of insect haemocyte in overall physiology of an insect, the total haemocyte counts are reported in both of its nondiapausing and diapausing generations in the present study.
In both non- diapausing and diapausing generations, an increasing trend in THC was recorded from Ist. instar to middle aged V instar larve of both the sexes of Philosamia ricini. The values increased from 43,620.36 + 210.46/mm3in I istar non- diapausing to 75,097.96 + 79.77/ mm3 in mid- aged V instar male larvae of non- diapausing generation or 70,967 + 79.19/mm3in mid - aged female V instar nondiapausing larva. In Diapause destined life forms of Philosamia ricini, it was observed that the level of THC gradually increased from I instar larvae (43,370.30 + 136.68/ mm3) to mid- aged female V instar. (75,234.66 + 427.95) or male (77,626.36 + 221.10). These values went down in spinning larvae of both the generations. A rise in THC level was again recorded in both the pre-pupal forms of non- diapausing and diapausing generations females. Thereafter, THC went down gradually until emergence of adults.
Middle age diapausing pupae had significantly less THC than non-diapausing mid aged pupae; however, late- age male diapausing pupae had higher THC than late male non-diapausing pupae. The decrease in THC of mid-age diapausing pupae than non-diapausing pupae in Philosamia ricini may be attributed to the deeper diapause stage of pupae, however, this difference was observed to be nonsignificant in late stage female pupae and adults.
Thus, it can be inferred that THC of Philosamia ricini varies with the development state and diapause perhaps due to greater physiological role of the different haemocytes in physiological regulations during development and diapause.
. KEYWORDS :Haemocyte, ontogeny, Philosamia ricini, diapause.
A comparative study of three weedicides on energy values in Mystus tengara (ham.) with special reference to synergistic and antagonistic effect
Authors: Roy Sumita
Published: January 2024

The effect of sublethal concentration of three weedicides with special reference to synergistic and antagonistic phenomenon on the calorific values have been studied in an air breathing fresh water siluoid fish, Mystus tengara (Ham.). The calorific value of the control group of fishes was 3.32 K.cal/g dry weight, The treatment of Alachlor (A), Xylachlor (B) and Sidruon (C) bring about significant decrease in calorific values. The combination of A+C B+C. A+B and A+B+C make the effect synergistic. The effective hierarchy were in the following sequnces -A+b> B+C> A+B+C>A+C. The TLm (24 h) values of difference biocides (including various combinations) have also been calculated at 24?10C. The significance of this study as bioindicator and in water quality management has been discussed in this paper.. KEYWORDS :Weedicides, Fish, Calorific values.
Bacteriological study of Labeo rohita (Ham) collected from different fresh water source and local market of Madhepura District
Authors: Alam Md. Kaishar , Kumar Arvind , Kumar Arun
Published: January 2024

In the present study, bacterial load in fish body was examined. Fishes were collected from a river, two ponds and from local market. Maximum bacterial load was observed in samples collected from local market (8X105cfu/g). Four pathogenic bacteria, E. coli, Staphylococcus, Pseudomonas and Salmonella were also observed in samples of local market. E. coli was observed in all samples of river water, pond water and local market. Bacterial load of E. coli varied in between 1X103 to 5X103cfu/g. Staphylococcus was present in 4 samples of local market with a bacterial load of 1X103 to 2X103cfu/g. Pseudomonas reported from only one sample of local market and Salmonella from two samples of local market.. KEYWORDS :Bacterial load, Pathogenic bacteria, E. coli, Staphylococcus, Salmonella, Pseudomonas.
Lecture Notes on Quantum Electrical Circuits
Authors: Ciani Alessandro , DiVincenzo David P. , Terhal Barbara M.
Published: January 2024

During the last 30 years, stimulated by the quest to build superconducting quantum processors, a theory of quantum electrical circuits has emerged, and this theory goes under the name of circuit quantum electrodynamics or circuit-QED. The theory aims to provide a quantum description of the most relevant degrees of freedom. The central objects to be derived and studied are the Lagrangian and the Hamiltonian governing these degrees of freedom. Central concepts in classical network theory such as impedance and scattering matrices can be used to obtain the Hamiltonian and Lagrangian description for the lossless (linear) part of the circuits. Methods of analysis, both classical and quantum, can also be developed for nonreciprocal circuits. These lecture notes aim at giving a pedagogical, theoretically oriented overview of this subject for Master or PhD students in physics and electrical engineering.
Für eine Neuregelung der pandemiebedingten Triage
Authors: Paulo Norbert
Published: January 2024

Der Marburger Bund unterstützt eine Verfassungsbeschwerde gegen die Regelung der Triage im Infektionsschutzgesetz. Eine gute Gelegenheit, das Gesetz vom Kopf wieder auf die Füße zu stellen: Das Verbot der Ex-post-Triage macht alle anderen Triage-Regelungen praktisch irrelevant.
Determining the impact of caffeine on aggression in Betta splendens
Authors: Lee Andrew , Cheng Ryan W , Heslar John
Published: January 2024

Caffeine is a naturally occurring chemical stimulant found in various products that is becoming more widespread. Around 90% of the world's population consumes caffeine daily, which is absorbed and released into the body in the form of fluids. Consequently, caffeine has appeared in aquatic environments around the world as wastewater contains human fluids that contain caffeine. However, its effects and safety for the health of humans and wildlife remain inconclusive. Thus, in our study, we investigated the impact of varying caffeine concentrations on the aggressive behavior of the Siamese fighting fish Betta splendens territory holders after seeing an intruder. We compared aggression among four experimental groups, including the control group without any caffeine added, low dose caffeine (120 µg/L), medium dose caffeine (200 µg/L), and high dose caffeine (280 µg/L). We predicted that if there was an increase in the caffeine concentration, then the B. splendens would exhibit more aggressive behaviors because of the natural tendency of caffeine to stimulate movement. We found that caffeine exposure did not significantly alter male territory-holding behavior in B. splendens. A better understanding of the relationship between the biological systems of B. splendens responsible for aggressive behavior and caffeine is needed to clarify the urgency of the issue of increasing caffeine concentrations found in bodies of water worldwide.
My Work is for a King
Authors: Dr Sanjay Kalra  , Dr Jubbin Jacob  , Dr Bharti Kalra
Published: January 2024

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Scrub Typhus with Acute Bilateral Cerebellar Ataxia: A Rare Presentation
Authors: Dr MAHESH DAVE  , Dr DEEPANSHU  , Dr NISHANT MANGLA  , Dr ANUJ GOYAL  , Dr  KANHAIYA LAL SHARMA
Published: January 2024

Scrub typhus, also known as Bush typhus, is a zoonotic infectious disease predominantly affecting rural and semi urbanareas. It is caused by the bacterium Orientia tsutsugamushi. Scrub typhus is predominantly seen in monsoon and post-monsoonseasons. It a vector-borne disease and has a varying clinical presentation ranging from mild acute febrile illness to lifethreatening multiorgan dysfunction. Neurological manifestations can occur in the form of meningitis, meningoencephalitis,polyneuritis cranialis, intracerebral hemorrhage; rarely, it can cause cerebellar dysfunction. Herein, we report a case of acutebilateral cerebellar ataxia, one of the rare neurological complications of scrub typhus.
Innovative Urinals with Proteinuria Detection: A Potential Screening Tool for Diabetic Kidney Disease
Authors: Dr SOURABH SHARMA  , Dr HIMANSHU VERMA  , Dr SREE BHUSHAN RAJU
Published: January 2024

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) poses a considerable health challenge, particularly in populations with high-risk factorssuch as diabetes and hypertension. This article proposes a novel and cost-effective approach to address this concern byintegrating proteinuria detection technology into urinals. We suggest the installation of these innovative ‘smart’ urinals inhomes of individuals with diabetes, offering a convenient and proactive means of monitoring kidney health. Furthermore,the deployment of such ‘smart’ urinals in public places could serve as accessible screening facilities, enabling early detectionof CKD in a broader population. The potential cost-benefit ratio of this approach is highlighted, emphasizing the long-termeconomic benefits associated with early intervention. We argue that the proposed technology has the potential to revolutionizeCKD screening, providing a valuable tool for individuals at risk and contributing to the global effort to mitigate the impactof CKD on public health. Further research and pilot programs are warranted to explore the feasibility and effectiveness ofthis innovative screening strategy
Collective Consciousness
Authors: IJCP
Published: January 2024

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Lighter Side of Medicine
Authors: IJCP
Published: January 2024

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An Exploratory Study of Play Therapy to Improve Social Interaction Ability of Children with Mental Disabilities
Authors:   Yixin Publisher, Niu Xuefei , Gong Huizi
Published: January 2024

This research is an exploration and attempt to apply play therapy to the daily curriculum of special education schools by using the professional methods of social work groups from the perspective of social learning theory. In the research process, the research methods of participatory observation, semi-structured interview and questionnaire survey were used to compare before and after intervention, and it was found that the combination of play therapy and group work method could be integrated into the special education teaching curriculum and had a significant effect on improving the social interaction ability of children with intellectual disabilities. The improvement of social interaction ability of children with mental disabilities is specifically reflected in the project: improving the ability to abide by game discipline, improving game cognition, strengthening game performance and overall ability improvement, but for individuals with relatively severe mental disabilities, further casework methods are needed to achieve obvious results. The research can provide reference for social work to intervene in the mentally disabled groups in special education schools.
Research on Cross-border E-commerce Financial Literacy Education for Business English Majors in Local Universities: Taking Hezhou University as an Example
Authors:   Yixin Publisher, Duan Jialei
Published: January 2024

Currently, financial literacy education in our country is receiving increasing attention, and its importance is widely recognized. As the main place to carry out financial literacy education, schools play an important role in cultivating students' financial literacy. Taking Hezhou University as an example, this article conducts a questionnaire survey on the cross-border e-commerce financial literacy education of business English major students based on the ‘China Financial Literacy Education Standard Framework’, focusing on the crossborder e-commerce financial knowledge, financial skills and financial literacy of students. values. The study found that the target students have a vague concept of financial literacy and do not attach much importance to it. Students are exposed to a low proportion of finance-related content in cross-border e-commerce courses. Students’ crossborder e-commerce financial knowledge, skills, and values need to be strengthened. Starting from the requirements for the high-quality development of higher education in China, and drawing on the experience of domestic and foreign financial literacy education, it is proposed to create a dual channel for ‘teachers and students’ to popularize cross-border e-commerce financial literacy values, and to build an ideological and political embedding of ‘professional courses + financial literacy elements’ model, relying on the second classroom and school-enterprise practice to strengthen the application of cross-border e-commerce financial skills and other suggestions and countermeasures, providing certain reference suggestions for the training of business English majors in local universities and the reform of new liberal arts teaching.
EFFECT OF WHOLEGRAIN BUCKWHEAT FLOUR ADDITION ON CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND SENSORY QUALITY OF NUTRITIVE ENRICHED WHEAT SCONES
Authors: Lakic-Karalic Natasa , Vasilišin Ladislav , Grujić Slavica , Odžaković Božana , Marić Tanja
Published: January 2024

The aim of this research was to determine the effect of buckwheat flour addition on the selected quality parameters of nutritive enriched wheat scones. Wholegrain buckwheat flour was used to subsitute 15%, 30% and 45% of white wheat flour to produce buckwheat enriched wheat scones. The dough for scone making was prepared from a mixture of wheat and buckwheat flour with the addition of salt, yeast, mixture of additives and water. Proximate composition and sensory evaluation of buckwheat enriched wheat scones were analyzed and compared. Descriptive sensory analysis of scones was conducted evaluating the following sensory properties: shape and volume, external appearance, appearance of crumb (cross-section), taste and flavor of crust and crumb. All results of descriptive sensory evaluation were presented as percentage from maximum possible quality (100%), and were in interval of 77.63%-91.41%, indicating that two samples of scones (produced with 15% and 30% of buckwheat flour) had excellent and very good quality, and only scone sample produced with 45% of buckwheat flour, had good quality, but relatively low for placement on market. Based on the results, it can be concluded that wheat flour scones enriched with wholegrain buckwheat flour up to 30%, have  excellent or very good technological and sensory quality.  
CONTENT OF MACRO- AND MICROELEMENTS IN CHEESES PRODUCED WITH THE ADDITION OF DIFFERENT SPICES
Authors: Savanović Danica , Velemir Ana , Savanović Jovo , Sekulić Jelena
Published: January 2024

Cheese is a dairy product used directly for human consumption or indirectly as an ingredient of other foods or ready meals. Being an extremely valued product, cheese is a concentrated source of proteins, vitamins and minerals, especially calcium, phosphorus and magnesium. Various spices are used to enhance the taste of food, which also have numerous medicinal properties. The aim of this study was to examine the effect of the addition of different spices on the mineral composition of cheeses, obtained by heat-acid coagulation of milk. There were six different samples of cheese produced in the milk processing plant (mini cheese factory). The first sample was taken as a control one, with no addition of spices, and the other five were produced with 0.5% addition of different spices (oregano, basil, parsley, rosemary, and chives). The total ash content and the content of macro- and microelements were determined in the tested cheese samples. It was established that the addition of different spices has a statistically significant (p<0.05) effect on the content of macro- and microelements in the produced cheeses. The total content of macro-elements ranged from 612.55 mg/100g to 811.81 mg/100g, of which sodium had the largest share (from 293.61 mg/100g to 389.20 mg/100g), as well as calcium (from 74.13 mg/ 100g to 278.12 mg/100g). The total content of microelements in the tested spice-containing cheeses ranged from 7.317 mg/100g to 9.360 mg/100g, of which the most abundant was zinc, the content of which was between 5.903 mg/100g and 7.351 mg/100g.
Application of Heuristic Evaluation Method to Evaluate User Experience and User Interface of Personnel Management Information Systems to Improve Employee Performance
Authors: Fatkhuri  , Dharmawan Donny , Desty Febrian Wenny , Karyadi Sugeng , Sani Indra
Published: January 2024

This research aims to determine the level of user satisfaction with using SIMPEG application and evaluate the user interface design to improve the user experience. The research was conducted using qualitative methods. Researchers decided to involve as many as 100 participants in this research. To collect data and information based on system requirements, researchers collect data using observation, interviews, questionnaires, and literature studies. In designing the evaluation at application, researchers used a user-centered design approach and the heuristic evaluation method. Based on the research results, it was found that in the UCD approach, it often experiences bugs and errors, whereas in application there is no mobile application available, which aims to make it easier for employees to access the application anywhere and anytime. It is currently only available on a web basis. The UCD approach shows that the application has uses and functions that meet employee expectations with an average percentage of 70%, falling into the attractive category. The end result of the UCD approach emphasizes the importance of clearly understanding users and providing better user experiences. Meanwhile, the HE approaches helps identify problems with the application and focuses attention on usability issues in the HE aspects. In an effort to improve the quality of the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) in application, the evaluation that has been carried out shows that improvements need to be focused on the appearance and use of the application.
Application of Technology Acceptance Model and Delone and McLean IS Success Model to Measure Information System Design for Academic Activities in Higher Education Institution
Authors: Sri Wahyuningsih Suluh , Herli Sumerli A Chevy , Rahayu Novi , Nuryanto Uli Wildan , Ramadhani Budi
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to investigate the variables that may affect how well the academic information system performs. Quantitative approaches are employed in this study. The basic random sampling technique was used in this study to get samples from the community of academic information system users. There were 100 samples used in this investigation. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Delone & Mclean model are used in this study. In this study, questionnaires were distributed as part of the data collection process. The SmartPLS was used in this study's inferential statistical analysis. According to the analysis results, introducing elements that have the biggest impact namely, perceived ease of use and service quality should be prioritized in order to improve helpdesk services in academic information systems. This involves establishing a report ticket function to resolve user complaints and offer updates on problem resolution, as well as optimizing academic information system for mobile displays to promote simple access to various academic information system -related demands. Perceived ease of use on perceived usefulness (path coefficient value: 0.79); service quality on perceived ease of use (path coefficient value: 0.79); user satisfaction on net benefits (path coefficient value: 0.74); and system quality on net benefits (path coefficient value: 0.03), are the variables that have the biggest influence in this research.
Inclusión educativa y profesorado unidocente: algunas precisiones conceptuales
Authors: Rojas Córdova Narcisa Noemí , Lara Lara Ignacio , Herrera Navas Cristopher David , Lara Lara. Fernando
Published: January 2024

El presente ensayo ofrece una revisión teórica descriptiva sobre la relación entre la inclusión educativa y el profesorado unidocente, enfocándose en el tratamiento de las necesidades educativas específicas de los estudiantes. Se lo ha desarrollado mediante un análisis exhaustivo de 18 artículos seleccionados de reconocidas bases de datos como Latindex, Dialnet, Redalyc, Scielo, Scopus y Web of Science, se exploran las diversas estrategias y desafíos que enfrenta el profesorado unidocente al promover una educación inclusiva. El ensayo destaca la importancia de una formación docente sólida que aborde de manera efectiva las demandas educativas individuales, asegurando la adaptación curricular y metodológica para atender a la diversidad de los estudiantes. Asimismo, se resalta la relevancia de un entorno institucional que respalde y fomente la inclusión educativa en aulas unidocentes. Finalmente, a través de un análisis crítico y reflexivo, se presentan recomendaciones para mejorar la práctica docente en entornos unidocentes, promoviendo la equidad y la igualdad de oportunidades en la educación. Este ensayo busca contribuir al diálogo académico y a la toma de decisiones informadas para fortalecer la inclusión educativa en el contexto del profesorado unidocente.
Algunas consideraciones críticas sobre el «Enfoque radical e inclusivo de la Educación y de la Formación» en la investigación educativa
Authors: Lara Lara Ignacio , Lara Nieto María del Carmen
Published: January 2024

El artículo expresa una serie de apuntes que constituyen una aproximación crítica al enfoque radical e inclusivo de la Educación y de la Formación, desde la praxis de quienes lo aceptan como marco teórico de sus investigaciones, siguiendo una metodología hermenéutica. Los apuntes que siguen tratan de algunos de los principios que vertebran el citado enfoque y que según nuestra estimación requieren de un cuestionamiento. Después de una introducción al tema se destacan cuatro consideraciones que lo son acerca de la condición humana que se mantiene como figura de fondo: la primera, problematiza la noción central del enfoque, la conciencia, pues éste constituye un “sistema teórico basado en la conciencia”; la segunda, problematiza la concepción que se ofrece sobre la naturaleza de la razón, de ese modo nos hacemos eco de un debate con nuestra tradición intelectual que tiene su reflejo en el hecho educativo, así como valoramos la apertura de una serie de horizontes de investigación y renovación; una tercera consideración se eleva a la lectura que los mentores del enfoque realizan, especialmente por su liderazgo, nos referimos a ciertos textos del Dr. Agustín de la Herrán Gascón, del devenir filosófico-pedagógico de Occidente, eligiendo como figura-encrucijada a Sócrates; en cuarto lugar, reconocemos a la mística como un elemento fundamental que subyace a los procesos de formación a los que el enfoque apunta, constituyendo un activo de la cultura y del patrimonio intelectual español; y en último lugar, una serie de conclusiones extraídas de la hermenéutica que empleamos en el tratamiento de esas nociones y principios fundamentales que plantea el enfoque radical e inclusivo de la Educación y de la Formación. Quiere ser un primer momento en esta línea de trabajo e investigación.
Programa ABC dislexia en la lectoescritura en una estudiante de tercer grado de la Escuela de Educación Básica 18 de noviembre, 2023
Authors: Pardo Chamba Ana Lucia Pardo , Moncada Ana Gabriela , Muñoz Silva Efraín , Balbuca Mónica
Published: January 2024

El estudio se planteó como objetivo aplicar la intervención psicopedagógica basada en el programa ABC dislexia para mejorar la lectoescritura de una estudiante de tercer grado de la Escuela de Educación Básica 18 de noviembre, 2023. La investigación se desarrolló bajo el enfoque cualitativo, tipo descriptivo de corte transversal, permitiendo comprender y describir las experiencias vividas de la estudiante en el entorno educativo, con un paradigma fenomenológico y como método un estudio de caso único, una estudiante de tercer grado. Las técnicas de recolección de información fueron la ficha psicopedagógica y la hoja de registro; como instrumento se utilizó el Test de lectura y escritura en español (LEE). Los resultados del Test LEE mostraron que, la estudiante se encuentra con dificultad en lectura de palabras, pseudopalabras, comprensión de palabras y frases, prosodia, comprensión de textos y escritura de palabras y pseudopalabras; la ejecución de la intervención se llevó a cabo en 5 semanas, implementando 26 sesiones en total de los cuatro módulos B/D/T/P; a través del post-test se evidencia el mejoramiento de la lectoescritura luego de la intervención mediante el programa ABC dislexia, pasando de un rango de con dificultad a un rango de competente. A partir de los datos presentados se concluye que la intervención psicopedagógica basada en el programa ABC dislexia permitió obtener avances positivos de mejoría en el proceso de la lectoescritura.
Plan de acompañamiento pedagógico orientado al desarrollo profesional docente en la Unidad Educativa Fiscomisional Educare periodo lectivo 2022- 2023.
Authors: Balbuca Castillo Mónica , Muñoz Silva Efraín , Muñoz Angie Jhael
Published: January 2024

La investigación tiene como objetivo elaborar un plan de acompañamiento pedagógico orientado al desarrollo profesional docente en la Unidad Educativa Fiscomisional Educare, mediante el enfoque metodológico cuanti-cualitativo, tipo descriptivo, apoyado por técnicas investigativas como ficha de observación áulica y cuestionarios aplicados a los docentes y autoridades de la Institución Educativa. Los resultados evidencian que los docentes no identifican los componentes del plan de acompañamiento: planificación, implementación y evaluación; por otro lado, los factores que dificultan el desempeño docente se relacionan al poco involucramiento de los padres de familia en los procesos de enseñanza aprendizaje, y la no especialización en áreas específicas de los maestros. De ahí la importancia de construir el plan de acompañamiento pedagógico bajo estándares de desempeño profesional docente en relación a las dimensiones de gestión administrativa, en los componentes de organización institucional, de gestión  pedagógica, y enseña aprendizaje. Se concluye que el plan de acompañamiento pedagógico diseñado por componentes de acuerdo a la realidad institucional, es significativo para la gestión escolar y desarrollo profesional que fomente nuevas prácticas educativas en donde los docentes conozcan y apliquen innovaciones favorecedoras en el desempeño pedagógico encaminado a mejorar los resultados de aprendizaje de los estudiantes.
Efectos de abonos orgánicos en el rendimiento en abacá (Musa textilis) variedad Tangongón en tres densidades de siembra
Authors: Bravo Esmeraldas Shirley Dayana , Pazmiño García Jhoselyn Brishith , Leonardo Rafael Jácome Gómez
Published: January 2024

La presente investigación tuvo como objetivo evaluar el efecto de dos abonos orgánicos en el rendimiento del cultivo de abacá (Musa textiles) variedad Tangongón en tres densidades de siembra, en Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas; se aplicaron al suelo dos abonos orgánicos: pollinaza (ecoabonaza) y porquinaza (biocompost); el ensayo estuvo conformado por 24 unidades experimentales de 35 m2. Se utilizó un diseño de bloques completos al azar con un arreglo factorial 3x2, con cuatro repeticiones; se emplearon tres densidades de siembra: baja (816 plantas.ha-1), media (952 plantas.ha-1) y alta (1111 plantas.ha-1). Obteniéndose los siguientes resultados, la aplicación de pollinaza (ecoabonoza) alcanzó los mayores pesos del pseudotallo y tuxeado del abacá y por consiguiente presentó el mayor rendimiento de fibra de abacá con 0.86 kg.pseudotallo-1; además  del mayor incremento mensual de número de hojas con 0.28. En la densidad baja se obtuvieron los mejores promedios de incremento mensual de altura con 0.28; diámetro de pseudotallo con 4 cm y 0.79 hijuelos por planta. La mejor relación beneficio/costo, se la obtuvo con la densidad Alta + Pollinaza con 0.69.
Juegos bucofaciales para el lenguaje oral en grupo etario de 24 a 36 meses
Authors: Mocha Coello Bélgica Carmen , Ramírez Ramírez Maricela , Cajamarca Faican Carlos
Published: January 2024

El presente estudio se enfocó en la importancia de la pronunciación fonológica en el desarrollo del lenguaje en niños, destacando cómo el dominio de los órganos bucofaciales para la pronunciación de fonemas es fundamental en el desarrollo de competencias lingüísticas en los primeros años de vida. Se menciona que las dificultades en la articulación y pronunciación del lenguaje pueden afectar el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje si no se abordan a tiempo. El objetivo principal del proyecto fue identificar juegos bucofaciales que podrían ser utilizados como una estrategia de apoyo para estimular el lenguaje oral en los niños. Se fundamentó en un enfoque metodológico mixto, con un alcance descriptivo y documental. Se recopiló información a través de fichas de cotejo directas a una muestra no probabilística de 36 niños y niñas y la educadora. Como resultado, se concluyó que la estimulación de los órganos bucofaciales mediante ejercicios que favorecen la articulación de fonemas es fundamental para mejorar el desarrollo del lenguaje oral. Estas prácticas pueden aumentar la eficacia en las actividades destinadas a mejorar el lenguaje oral en los niños. En general, el estudio destaca la importancia de enfocarse en la estimulación temprana del lenguaje oral y proporciona evidencia que respalda la eficacia de los juegos bucofaciales para lograr este objetivo.
Dificultades de aprendizaje en niños víctimas de violencia en familias disfuncionales
Authors: Guaman Tapia Melany Fernanda , Salavarria Chica Yulissa Maribel , Rendón Bautista Inés Beatriz
Published: January 2024

El presente estudio investigativo, se llevó a cabo en la Unidad Educativa "Manuel Agustín Aguirre" en el nivel inicial, se enfocó en abordar las problemáticas vinculadas a las dificultades de aprendizaje en niños que han sido afectados por la violencia intrafamiliar y que provienen de entornos familiares disfuncionales. El objetivo principal consistió en identificar los diferentes patrones de violencia intrafamiliar y establecer sus conexiones con las dificultades en el proceso de aprendizaje. La investigación se fundamentó en un enfoque combinado cuantitativo y cualitativo, utilizando cuestionarios estructurados y observaciones para recopilar los datos necesarios. Los resultados obtenidos revelaron una prevalencia significativa tanto de violencia intrafamiliar como de disfuncionalidad en las familias de los estudiantes. Asimismo, se evidencia una relación clara y sustancial entre dichos factores y las dificultades en el proceso de aprendizaje. A partir de estas determinaciones, se utilizó un protocolo eficaz que ofrece pautas para identificar tempranamente situaciones de violencia y disfunción familiar, constituyéndose como una herramienta valiosa para educadores y padres. En conclusión, esta investigación confirma de manera contundente el impacto negativo que la violencia intrafamiliar y la disfuncionalidad familiar tienen en el proceso de aprendizaje de los niños. Además, resalta la necesidad urgente de implementar estrategias preventivas y correctivas para hacer frente a estos problemas y, de esta manera, potenciar el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes que se ven afectados. Estos resultados subrayan la importancia de fomentar entornos seguros y saludables para el desarrollo educativo y personal de los niños.
Análisis de la distribución del ganado vacuno, porcino y su efecto en las ventas de la Empresa Rancho Ceyma, Santo Domingo, 2023
Authors: Briones Durán Steveen Samir , Lapo Macias Niurka Carolina , Ordoñez Jaramillo Carlos Rafael
Published: January 2024

La investigación tuvo lugar en Rancho CEYMA, una empresa en Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas. Su propósito central radicó en analizar el impacto de la distribución de ganado vacuno y porcino en las ventas. El objetivo primordial fue examinar la relación entre dicha distribución y las ventas, con el fin de proponer una estrategia de mejora en el proceso de distribución. La investigación adoptó un enfoque metodológico mixto, permitiendo la comprensión de los procesos de distribución mediante la recolección y análisis de información. La relevancia de este estudio se sustenta en la posibilidad de implementar una estrategia de distribución más efectiva y en el impacto directo en la productividad y logística de la empresa. Los métodos de recolección de datos incluyeron encuestas a cinco trabajadores y observaciones con fichas de observación, revelando la carencia de una flota de vehículos para el transporte de mercancías y la falta de planificación en la alimentación del ganado, factores que inciden en las ventas. En conclusión, se propone optimizar recursos mediante una planificación más rigurosa y efectiva.
Comunicación asertiva en el desarrollo socio-afectivo en la unidad educativa “9 de Octubre”
Authors: Cadena Oyasa Evelyn Carolina , Carrasco Vaca Madelin Jessenia , Morillo Morillo Alba Marcela
Published: January 2024

La comunicación asertiva es esencial para el desarrollo óptimo de los niños, arraigada en la creación de un entorno donde reine la confianza y la libertad de expresión. En este contexto, se planteó el propósito de investigar el impacto de la dramatización de títeres en la promoción de la comunicación asertiva en los estudiantes de la Unidad Educativa “9 De Octubre”. Se optó por un enfoque cuantitativo con un alcance exploratorio, utilizando un diseño de investigación de campo y un método inductivo. La recopilación de datos se llevó a cabo mediante encuestas y entrevistas. Los resultados revelaron que, a pesar de ser una estrategia reconocida, la dramatización de títeres era subutilizada por los docentes y padres de familia. No obstante, su aplicación teórica y práctica constante demostró múltiples beneficios en el fomento de la comunicación asertiva y en el desarrollo socioafectivo de los niños.
Análisis de la logística inversa y su incidencia en el proceso de devolución de la empresa Imporbensa, Santo Domingo, 2023
Authors: Iñiguez Paredes Josselyn Karina , Zambrano Portero Genesis del Carmen , Eheverria Padilla María Isabel
Published: January 2024

El presente trabajo de investigación tiene como objetivo llevar a cabo un análisis exhaustivo de la logística inversa y su influencia en el proceso de devolución dentro de una entidad corporativa, se ha implementado un enfoque metodológico que combina tanto elementos cuantitativos como cualitativos, abordando así un alcance de investigación descriptivo y exploratorio. Estos métodos se han empleado de manera sinérgica para recopilar datos precisos y completos relacionados con el proceso de logística inversa y sus efectos en el proceso de devolución. Con el propósito de obtener una visión integral de la situación actual de la logística inversa en el contexto de los procesos de devolución, se llevaron a cabo diversas actividades de recopilación de datos. Entre estas, se incluyó la aplicación de fichas de observación. Además, se realizó una entrevista exhaustiva con el director ejecutivo de la empresa. Los hallazgos de estas etapas preliminares sirvieron como fundamento para la ejecución de una encuesta extensa, que involucró a diversos miembros de la empresa. Los resultados de esta encuesta revelaron que las fallas técnicas emergen como la causa predominante detrás de las devoluciones de productos. Asimismo, se identificó que la empresa carece de un área física claramente definida para la gestión y almacenamiento de productos devueltos por parte de los clientes.