bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Application of UVM Methodology to Modeling Precision Digital Signal Processing Devices
Authors:   RTU MIREA, Moscow, 119454, Russian Federation, Tarasov I. E.
Published: November 2024

The purpose of the article is to analyze the Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) approach and develop its modification for modeling precision digital signal processing devices as part of periodic signal phase meters. The article proposes a partial implementation of UVM techniques and methods based on general-purpose programming languages, which is distinguished by the presence of a subsystem for metrological evaluation of the characteristics of the simulated measuring device, while the UVM approach, implemented in the Accelera class library in the System Verilog language, assumes the presence of a reference response with which comparison is made. Thus, the proposed approach, while preserving the methodological basis of UVM, allows modifying it for use in systems where the reference response is not assumed, since it is the subject of the study.
Methodology of a Comprehensive Approach to the Analysis, Structuring, and Aggregation of Data Based on the Requirements of Resource-Intensive Applications
Authors:   Federal Research Center ", Sechenykh P. A. ,   Computer Science and Control",   of the Russian Academy of Sciences (FRC CSC RAS), Moscow, 119333, Russian Federation,   Moscow Aviation Institute, Moscow, 125993, Russian Federation
Published: November 2024

The work presents a methodology for in-depth data description for resource-intensive applied tasks, particularly in the field of materials science. It consists of three basic stages. In the first stage, quantitative and semantic requirements are formalized, and working datasets are defined, which can be classified as reference, structured, instrumental, or experimental-computational, depending on the source. These datasets are stored in a specialized research area for further investigation. The second stage involves the analysis and hierarchical structuring of the accumulated information content. This allows for the refinement and comparison of data, storage of different sets, and the application of various processing tools. In the third stage, the data is aggregated and represented as objects in the domain area according to the database schema of the application support system. The steps outlined in the proposed methodology enable full utilization of the specialized research area of informational content for building object models of application scenarios, structuring the domain data representation schema, and forming event-information forms. The practical application of this methodology in the examined subject area clarified the requirements, criteria, and filters for information search, data description, parameter cataloging, and their verification when solving a number of practical tasks. The software implementation of this approach could be oriented towards a web platform for local and cloud technologies, allowing remote collaborative access to content requirements and solution catalogs with role-based access for different categories of researchers and users.
THE TOPIC OF THE UKRAINIAN GREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH IN THE STUDY OF THE UKRAINIAN DIASPORA IN CANADA IN 1900–1991
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Pshenychnyi Taras
Published: November 2024

The Ukrainian diaspora in Canada is one of the largest communities of Ukrainians outside of Ukraine. Only in the last hundred years has it managed to become a powerful voice for Ukrainians outside their homeland. Its voice was especially important during the interwar period and the Soviet era. Thanks to Ukrainian intellectuals, the Western world was exposed to the Ukrainian world, the resilience of the Ukrainian people, and the markers of its national identity, including the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. With the development of Ukrainian studies in Canada, the UGCC was increasingly well-represented in the scientific and information space. Between 1940 and 1980, the Ukrainian community in Canada became the voice of the repressed Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, and was involved in shaping the narrative of the Church as a «martyr». The purpose of the article is to synthesize the key historiographical basis for the history of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in the Ukrainian diaspora in Canada in 1900–1991. The scientific novelty of the article lies in the fact that only those publications by Ukrainian scholars in Canada in which the subject of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church was the key one were singled out from the significant historiographical layer of scientific literature. In addition, through the separation of publications, it was possible to determine the main stages of the development of the historiography of the UGCC among the Ukrainian diaspora in Canada. The methodological basis of the study is based on the methods of critical analysis and synthesis of sources, as well as the analytical method. Conclusions. The article presents a synthesized analysis of the publications of Ukrainian diasporans in Canada on the history of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church from the beginning of the twentieth century to 1989. At the same time, it is noted that the development of Ukrainian historical studies in Canada laid a solid foundation for the formation of a bibliography of Ukrainian publications and publications on Ukrainian historical topics. The Ukrainian diaspora in Canada has managed to accumulate resources for the development of historical studies. Publications initiated by Ukrainian communities, publishing houses, and organizations should be viewed as an attempt to capture memory, events, processes, and phenomena in the history of the UGCC. It was in the post-Soviet era that they became the foundation for the study of the development of historical thought in the Ukrainian diaspora.
Karakteristik Fisikokimia dan Sensori Fruit Leather dari Campuran Buah Sirsak dan Buah Nangka
Authors: Handarbeni Rifqi Gusti , Rahmayuni Rahmayuni , Rossi Evy
Published: November 2024

Fruit leather is a processed food derived from dried pulp, so it is a thin sheet that can be rolled up and has a distinctive flavor depending on the fruit as the raw material. This study aimed to obtain the best ratio of soursop and jackfruit on fruit leather's physicochemical and sensory characteristics. The fruit leather treatment in this study was the ratio of soursop pulp and jackfruit pulp, namely SN₁ (80:20), SN₂ (70:30), SN (60:40), and SN₄ (50:50). The data obtained were statistically analyzed using ANOVA test. If the calculated F value is greater than or equal to the F table, proceed with Duncan's Multiple Range Test (DMRT) at the 5% level. The results of variance analysis showed that the ratio of soursop pulp and jackfruit pulp had a significant effect on moisture content, ash content, acidity (pH), fiber content, total sugar content, color test, and sensory assessment consisting of descriptive test and hedonic test. This study's selected fruit leather treatment was SN₂ treatment of soursop pulp and jackfruit pulp (70:30). 11,47% moisture content, 0,49% ash content, 3,68 pH value, 0,38% crude fiber content, 51,73% total sugar content, color test L* value 58,68, a* value 10,94, and b* value 22,94.   The descriptive test obtained yellow color, a slight jackfruit scent, a slight jackfruit taste, and a chewy texture.  Assessment of color, taste, chewiness, and overall assessment was liked, and the panelists slightly liked the scent.
Pengaruh Jenis dan Konsentrasi Anti-Browning Agent Terhadap Mutu Fisik Tepung Jewawut (Foxtail Millet)
Authors: Islamiyah Syahmidarni Al , Samang Andi Marlisa Bossa , Nurhafnita Nurhafnita
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this research was to determine the effect of the type and concentration of anti-browning agents (sodium metabisulfit and citric acid) on the physical quality of millet flour, especially the degree of whitness and calor (lightness, redness, yellowness) and determine the best treatment. This study used experimental method. The reseach design used was a Completely Randomized Factorial Design (RALF) with two factors, namely faktor A was the type of anti-browning agent consisting two levels (sodium metabisulfite and citric acid), faktor B was concentration of the anti-browning agent consisting three levels (1,5%, 2%, 2,5%). Fromthe two factors, six treatments were obtained, and each treatment was repeated three times. Data were statistically analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and then continued with Duncan`s New Multiple Range Test (DNMRT) at 5% level. Results of the research showed that the type of anti-browning agent significantly affected the degree of whiteness, lightness, redness, and yellownes of millet flour. Concentrasion has a significant effect on the lightness value and redness value, but doesn’t have a significat effect on the degree of whitness and yellowness value. The interaction of the two factors (type and concentration) has a significant effect on the lightness value, redness value, and yellowness value, but has no significant effect on the degree of whitness. Based on the physical quality of millet flour produced in this study, namely the degree of  whiteness, lightness, redness, and yellowness, the best treatment is sodium metabisulfite soaking.
Analysis of Management Functions in the Development of Guidance and Counseling Service Materials
Authors: Muhtadi Hasna Fathinah , Suherman Uman
Published: November 2024

The management function in guidance and counseling must be carried out carefully, including in the development of guidance and counseling materials for students. The aim of this research is to provide an overview of the management function in developing guidance and counseling materials in one of the schools in Tasikmalaya, Indonesia. This research is qualitative in nature, the respondents of this research are school counselors in junior high school and vocational high schools with a case study design, data collection through semi-structured interviews and data analysis in the form of data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of this research indicate that the application of management functions in the development of guidance and counseling materials is very important to ensure the effectiveness of guidance and counseling programs in schools. The challenges felt by respondents were limited facilities, time allocation and varying roles between teaching other subjects and guidance and counseling. The implementation of management functions cannot be separated from the support and involvement of school officials, so that in overcoming these challenges, support from school officials is considered important in providing guidance and counseling materials.
Student Perceptions of Talent and Interest Mapping Learning Media Based on RIASEC
Authors: Yuniarni Desni , Putri Amallia
Published: November 2024

The main purpose of this study is to find out how students perceive the learning media provided during lectures. Learning media is one of the most important tools in learning. Less interesting learning media will make students not interested in learning. This research takes the form of a qualitative case study using face-to-face interviews and administering questionnaires with participants, as data collection tools. The subjects of the research are 67 students in semesters V and VII in the Guidance and Counseling Study Program. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling. The results of the study show that students' perception of the media that has been used in the RIASEC-based interest, talent and character mapping course is a learning media that is not interesting, less varied, tends to be boring, such as the use of PowerPoint. Students' perception of the media that should be used for the course is a learning medium that can attract students' interest in learning, such as the use of multimethod and interactive multimedia, e-books that contain examples of the application of important and more detailed materials.
The Impact of Religious Practices on the Resilience and Post-Traumatic Growth of Adolescents
Authors: Yuliyanti Yusvina , Shodiq Sadam Fajar
Published: November 2024

Resilience and post-traumatic growth play crucial roles in the development of adolescents, particularly when they encounter diverse obstacles in life. The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of religious practices on resilience and experience personal growth after experiencing trauma in adolescents. This research employs a quantitative methodology grounded on a positivist framework. Data were gathered using a simple random sampling method including 218 Muslim teenagers in Yogyakarta, Indonesia who had encountered stressful incidents in the preceding year. Statistical analysis was employed to examine the correlation between variables. This research illustrates that religious practices may serve as a substantial source of resilience for teenagers in managing trauma. Engagement in religious activities enhances resilience and fosters healthy development. These findings indicate the need for the amalgamation of spiritual support and psychological therapies to facilitate teenage rehabilitation.
Pengembangan Fitur Keselamatan Mekanikal Blue Light Therapy Berbasis Motor Linear Terintegrasi
Authors: Febrian Febrian , Surakusumah Rino Ferdian
Published: November 2024

Pada perkembangan teknologi di era globalisasi saat ini dapat mempengaruhi terhadap suatu perkembangan peralatan, diantaranya yaitu peralatan rumah tangga, perkantoran, industri hingga peralatan kesehatan. Ketika ada sambaran petir dapat menghasilkan lonjakan tegangan listrik yang sangat besar, yang bisa merusak atau mempengaruhi perangkat elektronik. Pengembangan Fitur Keselamatan Mekanikal Blue Light Therapy Menggunakan Sensor Ultraviolet, Ultrasonik, Dan Motor Terintegrasi. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan metode prototype pada suatu alat. Studi Literatur yang berfungsi untuk mengumpulkan dan memahami beberapa referensi penelitian serta mendapatkan berbagai data dan informasi. Dalam penelitian ini, dilakukan pengembangan alat blue light therapy yang menggunakan sensor ultraviolet. Dalam pengembangan prototype pada sistem alat blue light therapy dengan fitur keselamatan menggunakan sensor guva s12sd (ultraviolet), ultrasonik, dan motor terintegrasi serta dirancang dalam bentuk box yang berwarna hitam dengan ukuran panjang 18,5 cm dan lebar 11,5 cm. Pada jarak 150 mm, dimmer di posisi 9 menghasilkan tegangan 198V dengan intensitas cahaya 4296,31 lux di LCD dan 4130 lux di luxmeter. Pada jarak 200 mm, posisi 9 menghasilkan 200,3V dengan 2148,44 lux di LCD dan 3080 lux di luxmeter. Sensor ultraviolet mengukur intensitas cahaya untuk memastikan bahwa paparan UV tetap dalam batas aman.
Glosa (aprobująca) do wyroku Naczelnego Sądu Administracyjnego z dnia 20 grudnia 2022 r., III OSK 1634/21
Authors: Mucha Dariusz , Różańska-Ungur Patricia
Published: November 2024

Glosowany wyrok NSA odnosi się do ograniczenia wykorzystania przez Parafię instalacji nagłaśniającej, a zaprezentowany w orzeczeniu pogląd prawny wywiedziony w drodze wykładni sądowej w zestawieniu ze sobą stanu faktycznego i obowiązującej regulacji jest trafnym rozstrzygnięciem, jakie mogło zapaść na podstawie aktualnego staniu prawnego opartego na treści art. 156 u.p.o.ś. stanowiącego normę prawną mającą na celu ochronę społeczeństwa przed hałasem, ale także przed niechcianą informacją dźwiękową itp. W ramach uprzywilejowania określonych wydarzeń ustawodawca przewidział w przepisie art. 156 ust. 2 u.p.o.ś. dopuszczalność używania instalacji lub urządzeń nagłaśniających do okazjonalnych uroczystości oraz uroczystości i imprez związanych m.in. z kultem religijnym. Tym rozwiązaniem dał wyraz ochronie wolności i swobody w ściśle prawnie określonych sytuacjach. W sytuacji zaś, gdy wygrywanie dźwięku nie jest bezpośrednio związane z prowadzeniem nabożeństw czy wykonywaniem innych czynności religijnych w ramach kultu publicznego, to aktualnie nie ma na nie prawnego przyzwolenia i taki rodzaj hałasu jest hałasem niedopuszczalnym, a to z uwagi na fakt, że wydawanie dźwięku w formie komunikatu jako wezwania wiernych do indywidualnej modlitwy ma jedynie charakter informacyjny o konkretnej modlitwie o danej porze dnia.
Bases epistemológicas y conceptuales para la comprensión del Proyecto Institucional
Authors: Castro Salgado José William , Santamaria Ariza Liliana
Published: November 2024

Este documento tiene como objeto establecer las bases epistemológicas y conceptuales que permitan comprender, desde una perspectiva hermenéutica, el desarrollo del Proyecto Institucional (PI). De esta manera, se integrará el ecosistema de gestión institucional, los objetivos estratégicos y los elementos dinamizadores, con el fin de mejorar el posicionamiento de la Universidad Militar Nueva Granada, mediante la incorporación de acciones innovadoras, tecnologías emergentes y transformación social.
Effectiveness of Commercial Plant Extracts in Management of Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) on Broccoli in Mexico1
Authors: Tepato-Barba Jovani , González-Hernández Héctor , Lomeli-Flores J. Refugio , Tamayo-Mejia Fernando , Soto-Rojas Lauro
Published: November 2024

Plutella xylostella

(L.) (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) is the primary pest of broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica von Plenck), and it holds the distinction of having the highest number of documented cases of insecticide resistance among insect pests, which complicates its management. The utilization of plant extracts is considered an alternative approach. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the efficacy of commercial plant extracts for the control of P. xylostella. Nine commercial extract products were evaluated, and their effects were compared with Inex-A® + distilled water (control group) and Exalt® (commercial control). Toxicity assays were conducted using third-instar larvae by topical application bioassay. Oviposition inhibition was assessed along with adult female repellency by exposing females to treated surfaces. To determine the residual effect on feeding and oviposition inhibition, third-instar larvae and 3- to 6-d-old adult females were used, respectively, with residual effects measured at 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 d postapplication. Nimicide 80 (Ultraquimia, Morelos, Mexico) exhibited a mortality rate of 35% of third-instar larvae. Garlimax (Plant Health Care, Azcapotzalco, Mexico) inhibited oviposition by 80%, and demonstrated 85% repellency. The residual effect of Garlimax persisted for 4 d, resulting in a reduced percentage of the consumed area and egg oviposition. The findings of this research highlight the effectiveness of these two products, Nimicide 80 and Garlimax; however, field evaluations are recommended to verify the consistency of their biological effects.
A Beet Armyworm (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) Ryanodine Receptor Mutation Associated with Diamide Resistance Is Present in a Chlorantraniliprole-Resistant Population from South Georgia, USA1
Authors: Dunn Thomas P. “Sam” , Champagne Donald E. , Riley David G. , Sparks Alton N.
Published: November 2024

A population of beet armyworm, Spodoptera exigua (Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), larvae was collected from cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata [L.] Walpers) from Scooterville, GA (Tift Co.) in the summer of 2022, following a report of control failure after chlorantraniliprole application. The collected larvae were transported to Tifton, GA for study at the Coastal Plains Experiment Station. The 72-h maximum dose leaf-dip bioassays of the field-population determined percent mortality to be 26, 49, and 87% for the insecticide active ingredients chlorantraniliprole, cyantraniliprole, and spinetoram, respectively. In comparison, the percent mortality of a susceptible lab strain exposed to the same insecticides was 76, 88, and 98%, respectively. Previous studies of a ryanodine receptor target site mutation, I4743M, identified in Chinese populations of beet armyworm, demonstrated an association with resistance to diamide insecticides. All screened samples from the diamide-resistant field population were shown to possess this mutation, while samples from the diamide-susceptible lab colony were shown to be wild-type. A second mutation, G4900E, associated with diamide resistance in other lepidopteran species, was not identified in any of the sequenced samples from either population. This is the second report of diamide insecticide resistance in beet armyworm populations from the southeastern United States, and the first report of the I4743M target site mutation in Georgia.
Consumer Satisfaction as a Mediator of the Influence of Facilities, Price, and Taste on Repeat Purchase Intention at Mi Gacoan in Taman Sidoarjo.
Authors: Sandra Oktaviana  , Fedianty Augustinah  , Damajanti Sri Lestari  , Andry Herawati  , Liling Listyawati
Published: November 2024

This investigation aims to fill a gap in the current literature by examining the effects of price, flavour, and facilities on repurchase intention. The assumption is that consumer satisfaction serves as a mediator, as it promotes repeat purchases. The study examines the influence of price, taste, and facilities on repurchase intention, emphasizing the importance of customer satisfaction. Data was collected through purposive sampling in order to investigate the impact of these variables and test the hypotheses, utilizing an Explanatory Research design. Data from 151 customers of Resto Mie Gacoan were analyzed using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) approach with Partial Least Squares (PLS). The results indicated that two of our proposed hypotheses were rejected: facilities did not significantly impact repurchase intention, and taste did not significantly influence customer satisfaction. Our findings also showed that customer satisfaction effectively mediates the influence of facilities, price, and taste on repurchase intention.
DETERMINANTES DO IDEB NAS ESCOLAS MUNICIPAIS DO ESTADO PIAUÍ NOS ANOS INICIAIS DO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL: UMA ANÁLISE ECONOMÉTRICA
Authors: Souza Rodrigo Gustavo de , Sousa Clemilton Gomes de , Silva José De Ribamar Sá
Published: November 2024

A literatura da economia da educação tem concentrado esforços nos últimos anos em estudar os fatores determinantes do desempenho dos estudantes. No Brasil, o Ideb (Índice de Desenvolvimento da Educação Básica) tem sido amplamente utilizado nas pesquisas para avaliar o desempenho dos estudantes da educação básica. O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar o quanto as variáveis intraescolares e extraescolares contribuem para o Ideb das escolas municipais do estado do Piauí nos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental. Como resultado, tem-se com o auxílio de uma regressão linear múltipla pelo método dos Mínimos Quadrados Ordinários (MQO) e o procedimento stepwise foi possível constatar que o Indicador de Nível Socioeconômico, a Adequação a Formação Docente e a Remuneração dos professores constituem o conjunto de variáveis que podem explicar aproximadamente 36,64% da variação do Ideb nas escolas municipais do estado Piauí.
Is Barbarism the Specific Essence of the Human Kind?
Authors: Lăcătuș Adrian Neculai
Published: November 2024

The main scope of the paper is to analyse the concept of barbarism as a key feature of humankind regardless of historical evolution. The approach we propose is a theoretical philosophical analytical one. We will start by discussing barbarism as the specific essence of mankind since ancient times and then move to the deconstruction of the concept under the pressure of human rights in the context of human bio-enhancement. The discussions focus on the fact that freedom becomes a sum of freedoms in the context of law, but while the law comes defends individual and the collective freedoms, it must also be interpreted in the context of the Kantian categorical imperative. However, freedoms viewed through the lens of the natural law and the social contracts presuppose two completely different paradigms. The conclusions are that, if for the current human individual, the meaning of freedom is given by civil and political rights, because of the bio-enhancement technology, the human species could talk about a greater freedom of action or, on the contrary, about a form of large-scale social control.
The Concept of ICT on Agricultural Input Information: a Framework Design
Authors:   Walter Sisulu University, Fosu A , Giba-Fosu N ,   Walter Sisulu University
Published: November 2024

Information is a critical farming input as it serves as a tool to enable farmers to make well-informed farming production decisions such as: best planting time, and best farming practices which in turn contributes to farming higher productivity. Small-scale farmers in developing nations’ rural areas are major contributors to food security in developing nations' rural areas. Given the importance of small-scale farming in developing nations’ rural areas, developing nations' rural small-scale farmers timely access to relevant agricultural information will assist the farmers to make right decisions towards pursuing sustainable, value-added agriculture and long-term growth to ensure developing nations’ rural areas food security. Existing literature reveals that small-scale farmers in developing nation rural areas are disadvantaged by imperfect information to make well informed decisions. Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) applications in agriculture become the easier way for rural small-scale farmers to access well rounded agricultural knowledge. As a result of ICT, various online platforms and websites that cater to the information needs of small-scale farmers exist. As farmers’ usage of information and ICT tools are influenced by the source and perceived gain from ICT. A model designed to enhance developing nations’ rural small-scale farmers’ uptake of ICT through the understanding of intervening variables of individual characteristics explicated by case studies of selected rural small-scale farmers in Wenchi Municipal Assembly, Ghana is the aim of the current study. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 70 participants for the case study. Using open and closed-ended questionnaires, empirical data were collected to determine the intervening variables of the selected farmers' communication. The identified intervening variables in the farmers' seeking of information revealed that the farmers search for information through verbal communication. Thus, the study recommends the use of ICT platforms that promote oral or verbal communications such as automated voice messages to stream agricultural input information to the farmers in the study area to realize an effective utilization of ICT by the farmers to access agricultural input information. The study proposed framework becomes a tool to assist stakeholders concerned with implementing ICT application to enhance rural small-scale farming to gather knowledge to design tailor-made solutions. Key words: Agricultural input information, developing nations, ICT, productivity, rural areas, small-scale farmers
Evaluation of the Chemical Composition and Feeding Value of Sweet Orange Pulp and Pineapple Peel Meals as Fibre Sources in Pigs’ Rations
Authors:   University of Calabar, Effiong OO , Ebegbulem VN ,   University of Calabar, Halilu A ,   University of Calabar, Kperun TN ,   University of Calabar
Published: November 2024

The piggery industry in Nigeria is on the verge of collapsing due to the high cost of conventional feed resources including wheat offal and palm kernel cake that usually form bulk in the diets of pigs. This study was, therefore, designed to compare the chemical composition of orange pulp meal, pineapple peel meal, and wheat offal and evaluate their feeding value in pig rations. The orange pulp and pineapple peels were dried on a concrete floor and analyzed for chemical composition. Three experimental diets were formulated with orange pulp and pineapple peel meals replacing wheat offal as a fibre source. Thirty crossbred (Chester white x Landrace) growing pigs with an average initial weight of 8.20 -- 8.75kg were distributed into three groups, with ten animals per group, and assigned to the three experimental diets. The average daily feed intake and weight gain were monitored throughout the 56-day duration of the experiment. Seven days to the end of the experiment, three pigs randomly selected for the digestibility trial were individually housed in metabolism crates and allowed 5 days of adaptation to the crates and feed before faecal collection commenced. Animals were fed the experimental diets at approximately 4% of their body weight, and the faeces of the animals were collected for 5 days. The determination of the nutrient composition of feed and faecal samples was performed. Data collected were subjected to analysis of variance using a completely randomized design. The result indicated that samples were significantly (P<0.05) different in crude protein composition, with the wheat offal having the highest value corresponding to 9.21 ± 0.12%. Orange pulp had the highest content of ash (6.72 ± 0.12%). The gross energy values were 15.23MJ/kg, 15.31MJ/kg and 16.15MJ/kg for pineapple peel, orange pulp and wheat offal, respectively. The highest manganese concentration was observed in wheat offal (5.19± 0.11mg/l), while orange pulp and wheat offal were higher in sodium and phosphorus concentrations. The pigs fed an orange pulp meal diet recorded the highest average daily weight gain (0.31 kg) and a superior feed conversion ratio (4.19) relative to others. Digestibility values were similar across the three treatment groups. It was, therefore, concluded that orange pulp and pineapple peal meal could serve as alternative fibre sources in growing pigs' rations. Key words: Wheat offal, pineapple peel, orange pulp, growing pigs, digestibility
Validation of an App-based Food Frequency Questionnaire: Comparison With 24-hour Diet Recalls Among Women in two Rural Areas of Kenya
Authors:   Tokyo University of Agriculture, Kishino M , Hida H ,   Tokyo University of Agriculture, Kariuki L ,   Alliance of Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture—CIAT, Maundu P ,   Alliance of Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture—CIAT, Irie K ,   Tokyo University of Agriculture, Morimoto Y ,   Alliance of Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture—CIAT
Published: November 2024

A new mobile application with a new semi-quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) was developed as a quick dietary assessment tool. This study aimed to test the validation of food and nutrient intake measurements from an app-based FFQ, which included 49 dishes and food items, using non-consecutive two-day 24-hour diet recalls as the standard. A total of 179 women aged 19–70 years (mean (SD) = 33.7 (9.9)) from two rural areas of Kenya, Vihiga and Kitui counties, were included. Dietary assessment by the two dietary survey methods was conducted from November to December 2021. The intake of macro- and micronutrients, and food groups between the two methods were compared by Spearman's rank correlation coefficients, cross-classification agreement, and Bland-Altman plots for assessing the validation of the app-based FFQ. The median correlation coefficients between energy-adjusted intakes estimated by the app-based FFQ and the 24-h diet recall were 0.19 (0.10 (protein)–0.26 (fat)) for macronutrients, 0.24 (0.11 (sodium)–0.46 (vitamin B12)) for micronutrients, and 0.26 (0.07 (seasonings)–0.45 (pulses)) for 17-food groups. The median percentage of classification into the same quartiles between the two methods was 31% for macronutrient, 32% for micronutrient and 39% for food group. While 9% for macronutrient, 8% for micronutrient and 10% for the food group were misclassified into the opposite categories. Bland-Altman Plots showed acceptable agreement for macronutrients intake between the two methods. The app-based FFQ was shown to be able to rank or categorize individuals according to their intake of most of the nutrients and food groups we examined. This dietary assessment tool can be used for quantitative dietary data collection. Further research is needed to improve the validation of the app-based FFQ, as it has been shown that intakes of staple foods and sugar are underestimated and others are overestimated, and that estimating intakes of some specific nutrients, such as protein, is challenging. Key words: Diet assessment, food frequency questionnaire, 24-hour diet recall, validation, Kenya
An Assessment of Factors Influencing Consumption Patterns of Sun-dried Vegetables Among Households in Teso South Sub-county, Kenya
Authors:   Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Itaru A , Situma J ,   Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Waswa L ,   Egerton University, Shikuri R ,   Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
Published: November 2024

Micronutrient deficiencies are a public health concern affecting more than two billion people worldwide. When adequately consumed, vegetables avert the risk of micronutrient deficiencies. However, low intake of vegetables is common during the dry season due to scarcity and increased prices. This study, a follow-up to the EATSANE project in Teso South sub-county, aimed to assess factors influencing the consumption patterns of sun-dried vegetables among households in Teso South sub-county. The EaTSANE project used the Trials for Improved Practices (TIPs) approach to promote sun drying and consumption of sun-dried vegetables in the study area. This cross-sectional study involved collecting quantitative and qualitative data through interviews and focus group discussions. It targeted women from the TIPs (50) and non-TIPs households (50) of the EaTSANE project. The questionnaire respondent rate was 99% as only 49 women from the TIPs households could be found. The mean ages were 36.82±11.56 and 34.94±10.94 years for the TIPs and non-TIPs participants, respectively. Most TIPs (61.2%) and non-TIPs (56%) participants did not attain primary education and practiced crop farming. Consumption of sun-dried vegetables was reported by the TIPs participants (38.3%) only. The most preferred sun-dried vegetables were cowpea leaves, amaranth, nightshade, pumpkin leaves, jute mallow, and sun hemp, mostly consumed monthly (7.2%). Awareness of the sun-drying technology created by the EaTSANE’s TIPs activities influenced the consumption of sun-dried vegetables [X2 (4) = 35.233, p = .009]. There was no significant relationship between the consumption of sun-dried vegetables and the duration of sun-drying (p > 0.05). However, a chi-square test of independence showed that there was a significant relationship between consumption of sun-dried vegetables and confidence in preparing a meal using sun-dried vegetables X2 (4, N=99) = 26.964, p = .000). A binary logistic regression analysis further showed that both the ease of preparing sun-dried vegetables (p = 0.006) and the confidence in preparing a meal comprising sun-dried vegetables (p =0.001) were significant (X2 (2) = 34.9, p < 0.001). Sensory attributes including the color (X2 (4, N=99) = 19.3, p = .001) and taste (X2 (4, N=99) = 25.4, p = .000) of sun-dried vegetables were also significant in influencing their consumption. For improved consumption of sun-dried vegetables, there is a need to create more awareness of the sun-drying technology, especially among households that did not participate in EatSANE’s TIPs activities. Key words: Micronutrient deficiencies, sun-dried vegetables, households, trials of improved practices
Aflatoxin Exposure in Children Aged 4 Months to 5 Years from sub-Saharan Africa and its Effect on Stunted Child Growth – a Topical Review
Authors:   University of Oslo, Brevik OK , Kaaya AN AN ,   Makerere University, Iversen PO ,   University of Oslo
Published: November 2024

The mould species fungi encompass among others the family of Aspergillus which produce and secrete a number of compounds toxic to human health, namely the aflatoxins. These mycotoxins are converted to secondary metabolites that exert the often detrimental biological effect, and they are commonly found in various foods such as fruits, nuts, seeds, and grains. Members of the Aspergillus family thrive in wet and humid conditions, so they are particularly prevalent in regions with a tropical climate, for example in countries in sub-Saharan Africa. Aflatoxins are a type of mycotoxins considered to be among the most known potent mutagenic and carcinogenic substances. For example, it can cause liver cancer. Importantly, aflatoxins often contaminate weaning foods consumed by small children. This topical review outlines the evidence on the associations between aflatoxin exposure and impaired linear growth (stunting, that is low height/length for age) in small children (aged 4 months to 5 years) from sub-Saharan Africa. Ten studies were retrieved from the database PubMed after considering predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Six out of the ten studies found a significant inverse association between increased aflatoxin exposure and stunted child growth. Although aflatoxin exposure and stunting prevalence were high and widespread in most of the included studies, in general, studies conducted in Western Africa had the highest aflatoxin exposure and stunting prevalence. The only included randomized controlled trial found that a diet aimed at reducing aflatoxin exposure significantly improved linear growth in children at 13, but not at 22, months of age. The evidence suggests that aflatoxins have an impact on linear growth among children aged 4 months to five years. Possibly there is a threshold value for aflatoxin exposure before a significant impact on growth can be identified. Raised awareness and management strategies for the high aflatoxin exposure rates in sub-Saharan Africa and its negative health effects, in particular stunted child growth, are warranted. Key words: Aflatoxin, children, diet, linear growth, stunting, sub-Saharan Africa, topical review
Effectiveness of Breadfruit Leaf Extract (Artocarpus altilis) in Improving Metabolic Syndrome (Mets) Components in Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Bone Regency - Indonesia
Authors:   Hasanuddin University, Nurhaedar J , Kurniati Y ,   Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin
Published: November 2024

Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is a significant public health issue in Indonesia. While previous studies have found the effectiveness of breadfruit leaf capsules in improving metabolic status among prediabetics, limited studies exist on their effectiveness in people with Diabetes Mellitus (DM). This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of breadfruit leaves extract in improving components of MetS in patients with Diabetes Mellitus. The study was conducted as a double blind Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT). A total of 46 participants were recruited through public announcements. The intervention group received breadfruit leaf capsules, while the control group received placebo. Measurements of blood glucose, high density lipoprotein (HDL), triglycerides, blood pressure, consumption patterns, and anthropometry were conducted both before the intervention (pre-treatment) and after the 21-day intervention period (post-treatment). Data analysis was performed using SPSS software, employing independent t-tests and paired t-tests. Statistical significance was defined as a p-value <0.05. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the control group and breadfruit leaf extract group were both significantly different in pre-treatment and post-treatment (p<0.05). But the decrease in the breadfruit leaf extract group was greater than in the control group, both in systolic blood pressure (15.43±2.57 mmHg vs 7.13±2.77 mmHg) and in diastolic blood pressure (5.00±2.27 mmHg vs 4.7±2.88 mmHg). Blood glucose levels in the control group and breadfruit leaf extract group were both significantly different in pre-treatment and post-treatment (p<0.05). But the decrease in the breadfruit leaf extract group was greater than in the control group (76.44±49.86 mg/dL vs 23.83±8.37 mg/dL). HDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the control group and breadfruit leaf extract group were both significantly different in pre-treatment and post-treatment (p<0.05). But the changes in the breadfruit leaf extract group were greater than in the control group (21.09±15.43 mg/dL vs 6.31±6.0 mg/dL), and triglyceride levels decreased more in the breadfruit leaf extract group than in the control group (57.74±35.72 mg/dL vs 22.6±11 mg/dL). Changes in metabolic syndrome components in DM sufferers were significant in both the breadfruit leaf extract group and the control group, but the changes in the intervention group were better when compared to the control group. Further research needs to be carried out with larger samples and a longer duration of intervention to confirm these results. Key words: Artocarpus, blood, breadfruit, cholesterol, glucose, HDL, metabolic syndrome, prediabetics, triglycerides
LA PROTECCIÓN SOCIAL EN AMÉRICA LATINA EN LA REALIDAD ECONÓMICA Y POLÍTICA CONTEMPORÁNEA
Authors: Paulo-Bevilacqua Laura
Published: November 2024

El presente documento deriva del mini curso administrado en la XI Jornada Internacional de Políticas Públicas (mayo 2023). Tuvo como objetivo generar un espacio de intercambio sobre los esquemas de bienestar y sus implicancias, en el marco de modelos de desarrollo fuertemente ligados a una posición de dependencia frente al capitalismo global. Se abordaron los sistemas de protección de Uruguay y Brasil, en tanto experiencias que guardan similitudes, así como particularidades que los diferencian. Cada encuentro inició con la presentación de conceptos generales y luego se dio un momento de trabajo colaborativo, a partir de consignas para articular esas nociones con las prácticas y conocimiento acumulados de los/as participantes. Se procuró, así, promover la circulación de diferentes perspectivas para reflexionar sobre los temas.
A FASCISTIZAÇÃO NO MUNDO CONTEMPORÂNEO: da crise da democracia liberal capitalista ao irracionalismo: rebatimentos na América Latina
Authors: Alves Glaucia Lélis , Coutinho Joana Aparecida , Leichsenring Yuri Martins-Fontes , Shiota Ricardo Ramos
Published: November 2024

A crise profunda, pela qual atravessa o capitalismo na sua forma neoliberal, cria profundas rasuras nas democracias liberais. Marx descreve em O 18 Brumário de Luis Bonaparte, como que, com a perda da hegemonia na sociedade, as classes dominantes veem-se sem alternativas e não relutam em se aliar a projetos antidemocráticos, autoritários, quando lhes convém. Foi esse contexto que permitiu o surgimento e a ascensão de Luis Bonaparte. Nesse momento, percebe-se uma incapacidade da classe dominante em manter a hegemonia da sociedade e garantir, mesmo que formalmente, a ideia de uma universalidade. Vimos, na última década, o ressurgimento de uma extrema-direita organizada e que, em muitos casos, flerta abertamente com o fascismo; decerto numa conjuntura que difere do fascismo clássico, como ocorreu na década de 1920-1930 na Europa, embora mantenha grandes semelhanças. Alain Badiou o conceitua como “fascismo democrático”, pela razão de que as instituições do Estado aparentemente funcionam normalmente. No caso latino americano, é ainda mais complexo, como bem definem Zavaleta e Florestan Fernandes, mesmo porque no continente vigorou uma ideologia fascista que estava incrustrada nas ditaduras militares da região, mas que sobretudo não foram eliminadas. Vimos ressurgir as ideias fascistas em organizações de extrema-direita no continente latino-americano em meio a uma profunda crise econômica, político-ideológico-cultural que governos “progressistas” não conseguiram dar respostas para a maioria da população, jogada em situações de penúria econômica — campo aberto para a ideologia fascista.
ESTADO E PROTEÇÃO SOCIAL NO BRASIL: desafios de uma terra arrasada
Authors: Santos Rosemeire dos , França Rosilene Marques Sobrinho de , Costa Teresa Cristina Moura
Published: November 2024

O artigo teceu considerações sobre o papel institucional e social do Estado desde o processo de institucionalização e responsabilização estatal da proteção social. Compreendendo que não há um modelo único de proteção social, este trabalho analisou as perspectivas e os desafios no Estado brasileiro diante dos desfinanciamentos ocasionados pelo neoliberal e intensificados nos últimos anos, somados ao fascismo, ao conservadorismo e aos racismos na gestão federal, reduzindo orçamentos, contribuindo para a precarizando dos serviços de proteção social. Buscou-se uma aproximação em relação aos primeiros meses do terceiro Governo Lula, especificamente na política de Assistência Social. As reflexões embasaram-se na teoria social crítica, pela revisão de literatura, proporcionando diálogos e reflexões entre as autoras acerca da atual conjuntura e dos desafios para a proteção social brasileira.
IMPLICAÇÕES DO AJUSTE FISCAL NAS POLÍTICAS SOCIAIS, NO AGRAVAMENTO DA POBREZA E NA DESIGUALDADE SOCIAL
Authors: Hoffmann Edla , Silva Eliana Andrade da , Barros Ilena Felipe , Oliveira Iris Maria de , Rodrigues Larisse de Oliveira , Silva Roberto Marinho Alves da , Reidel Tatiana
Published: November 2024

Este artigo analisa as implicações do ajuste fiscal nas políticas sociais, destacando seu impacto no agravamento da pobreza e da desigualdade social, com foco no Brasil e no Rio Grande do Norte. Trata-se de um estudo de enfoque misto fundamentado no materialismo histórico-dialético. A coleta e a análise de dados secundários desenvolveram-se em portais administrativos, consulta em Planos Plurianuais (PPASs) e Relatórios de Gestão. Os resultados evidenciam avanços e retrocessos na proteção social, comprovam o ajuste fiscal nas políticas governamentais, apontam os limites orçamentários e a redução de recursos e investimentos nas políticas estudadas, que comprometem a efetividade dos serviços oferecidos, produzindo enormes vazios assistenciais, bem como revelam, nos indicadores sociais, o agravamento das condições de pobreza e o aprofundamento das desigualdades sociais no país.
ORÇAMENTO PÚBLICO NO GOVERNO BOLSONARO: a perversa combinação entre ultraneoliberalismo e neofascismo
Authors: Silva Giselle Souza da , Kolody Andressa , Silva Fabrício Rodrigues da , Lima Paloma Rávylla de Miranda , Lima Bruna Evelyn Bitencourt de , Oliveira Carolina Gilaberte Barbosa de , Moreira Marinete Cordeiro , Ribeiro Olga Inah-Inarê Aquino , Caitete Tainá Souza
Published: November 2024

O artigo que segue busca analisar as tendências do orçamento público no Governo Bolsonaro (2019 a 2022), tendo como foco as políticas da Seguridade Social, de Segurança Pública, e as Emendas Parlamentares, o chamado “orçamento secreto”. O objetivo é traçar um panorama do gasto público durante o governo de caráter neofacista e ultraneoliberal, salientando os seus impactos para essas políticas sociais em tempos de crise do capital e de financeirização do fundo público, de sub e desfinanciamento orçamentário no campo dos direitos sociais e, ainda, num contexto de crise sanitária. Nossa análise toma como base o levantamento de dados orçamentários por meio da plataforma Siga Brasil, disponível on-line. As análises visam estabelecer as relações da política econômica e social do governo Bolsonaro com o ajuste fiscal permanente no contexto brasileiro.
PÓS-GRADUAÇÃO EM SERVIÇO SOCIAL E DESENVOLVIMENTO REGIONAL: a indissociabilidade entre ensino, pesquisa e extensão
Authors: Lima Rodrigo Silva , Oliveira Ana Cristina Oliveira de , Mauriel Ana Paula Ornellas , Lima Kátia Regina de Souza
Published: November 2024

Na celebração de uma década do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Serviço Social e Desenvolvimento Regional, quatro grupos de pesquisa se reuniram para elaboração do artigo que articula as reflexões apresentadas em Mesa Coordenada realizada na XI Jornada Internacional de Políticas Públicas (JOINPP). O texto, amparado teoricamente por autores da tradição marxista e por experiências acadêmicas coletivas, objetiva reafirmar a importância da indissociabilidade entre ensino, pesquisa e extensão como princípio da universidade pública. A metodologia de exposição abarca o esforço coletivo em pautar tal indissociabilidade por meio do exame das particularidades do desenvolvimento desigual e combinado no território latino-americano, com ênfase na realidade brasileira e foco no debate sobre o Estado, as políticas públicas e as contradições na formação acadêmica e no trabalho de assistentes sociais.