bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Impact of Flacourtia inermis Roxb (Tomi-Tomi) Sourdough Prepared Using Different Drying Techniques on the Physicochemical Attributes and Characteristics of Sourdough Bread
Authors: Kemhay Nasira , Yanti Rini , Anggraini Suroto Dian , Ayu Purwandari Fiametta
Published: February 2025

The study aimed to produce dried sourdough tomi-tomi (Flacourtia inermis Roxb) with 2 different drying methods: Cabinet-driying (CD) and freeze-driying (FD) and investigate the effect of the dried sourdough on the viability of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and yeast. The tomi-tomi dried-sourdough samples were used in breads production to observe the impact on the bread properties. Satisfactory results were obtained with CD and FD dried sourdough, there was no significant reduction in viability of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), yeast and specific volume of the bread. Nevertheless, the CD and FD dried sourdough significantly reduced the cell density of the bread compared to control. The addition of tomi-tomi juice increased the LAB and yeast production. The result of CD and FD dried sourdough with rehydration may be used for bread-making without bakery’s yeast activator addition.
HIGHLIGHTS

Tomi-tomi fruit (Flacourtia inermis Roxb) has the potential to be a starter of sourdough as it has a higher substrate nutrition value and bears fruit year-round.
Driying methods (freeze-drying and cabinet-drying) have a major influence on tomi-tomi sourdough properties (pH and number of viability LAB and yeast cells).sss
Rehydration for dried sourdough starter affects cell recovery of LAB and yeast.
Dried sourdough by cabinet drying improved the loaf volume and texture of bread.

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Serverless Computing: The Future of Scalability and Efficiency with AWS, Azure, and GCP
Authors: Praveen Borra  , Hanuman Prasad Pamidipoola
Published: February 2025

Serverless computing has fundamentally transformed cloud technology by enabling developers to deploy applications without the burden of managing server infrastructure. This paper delves into the serverless offerings from major cloud providers—AWS (Amazon Web Services), Azure (Microsoft Azure), and GCP (Google Cloud Platform)—and explores how each contributes to this paradigm shift. The discussion highlights the core advantages of serverless computing, including cost efficiency through a pay-as-you-go model, automatic scaling that adjusts to changing demands, and reduced operational complexity, which allows developers to focus more on coding and less on infrastructure concerns.
However, serverless computing is not without its challenges. Notable issues include "cold start" delays, where initial function executions may experience latency, impacting overall performance. Additionally, the shared nature of serverless environments raises potential security concerns, and the limited visibility into the execution environment can make debugging and optimization more complex.
The paper also considers future trends in serverless computing across AWS, Azure, and GCP. It discusses emerging approaches such as combining serverless with traditional computing models to create hybrid architectures that leverage the strengths of both. Furthermore, it examines ongoing advancements aimed at improving support for complex, stateful applications, seeking to address current limitations and enhance the capabilities of serverless platforms.
This exploration provides a detailed look at the current state of serverless computing and anticipates future developments, focusing on how AWS, Azure, and GCP are shaping the evolution of this technology
“Ревизионизм” и “великодержавность”: потенциальные источники исторических обид в советско-северокорейских отношениях в 1950—1960-е гг.
Authors: Шкатов Д.Е.
Published: February 2025

Статья анализирует, как в северокорейской историографии освещаются советско-северокорейские отношения в период руководства [Советским Союзом] Н.С. Хрущева. Именно на этот период приходится ухудшение двусторонних отношений и к нему относится наибольшее число эпизодов, воспринимаемых КНДР негативно. К таким эпизодам относятся попытки со стороны Советского Союза вмешаться в внутрипартийную борьбу в 1956 году, давление на внешнюю политику КНДР, расхождение внешнеполитических линий в том, что касалось взаимодействия с капиталистическим лагерем. Анализ проводится на основании научных публикаций, изданных в Северной Корее. Внимание именно этим проблемам обуславливается особенностями государственной идеологии КНДР, в соответствии с которой осуществляется в том числе научная деятельность — подчеркивание независимости и самостоятельности государства в политике, экономике и сфере обороны как абсолютной ценности.

The article examines how North Korean historiography addresses Soviet-North Korean relations during the leadership of Khrushchev, a period marked by deteriorating bilateral relations and a significant number of episodes viewed negatively by the DPRK. These episodes include the Soviet Union's attempts to interfere in the internal party struggle in 1956, pressure on the DPRK's foreign policy, and the divergence of foreign policy approaches regarding interaction with the capitalist camp. The analysis is based on scientific publications produced in North Korea. The focus on these issues is influenced by the unique characteristics of the DPRK's state ideology, which emphasizes the independence and autonomy of the state in politics, economics, and defense as fundamental values.
Propiedades físicas de películas comestibles de cáscaras: plátano, yuca, camote, con extracto de cacao
Authors: Otero Tuárez Víctor Oswaldo , Figueroa Holguin Anggie
Published: February 2025

Se elaboró películas a partir de harina de cáscaras de plátano, yuca y camote con la adición de extracto de cacao CCN 51. Las películas de harina de cáscara-camote con el 1,5 % de extracto de cacao tuvo mayor WVP con 5,93 gmm/hm2kPa. Las películas de harina de cáscara-yuca presentaron menor opacidad y mayor luminosidad de color, siendo el control el más bajo en opacidad con 1,04 mm-1 y el tratamiento con harina de cáscara de yuca (8%), glicerol (3%) y extracto de cáscara de cacao (1,5%) con 39,12 L*, 2,93 a* y 3,08 b*.  Las películas de harina de cáscara-plátano mostraron mejores propiedades de elongación (22,44%), tensión máxima (1,62 MPa) y elasticidad (9,66 MPa), respectivamente. El extracto de cacao influyó significativamente en la opacidad, color y WVP, sin afectar la humedad y solubilidad en agua de las películas, debido a que en estos parámetros no se observó diferencias significativas (p > 0,05). De acuerdo con las características físicas que cada película presentó, se podría desarrollar un film combinando diferentes fuentes de almidón y así, obtener películas y recubrimientos comestibles con excelentes propiedades funcionales, para asegurar la calidad y extender la vida útil de los alimentos.
Fighting the Un-ethical Online Marketing Post-Covid: An Analysis of the Domain Name Model
Authors: COSMOVICI Paul , MOSESCU Adrian Ionuț , MARINICA Daniela , BIRSAN Brindusa
Published: February 2025

The rise of online sales post-COVID has fueled domain name misuse, sparking conflicts between trademark owners and cybersquatters. This study delves into the Uniform Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP), focusing on how “bad faith” is defined and applied in domain name disputes. By examining over 200 cases, the research identifies patterns in arbitration decisions and unwritten criteria that panels use to determine bad faith registration and use. It introduces a conceptual model that aligns three key UDRP criteria: confusing similarity, legitimate interests, and bad faith.
Spatial distributions of iron and manganese in surface waters of the Arctic's Laptev and East Siberian seas
Authors: Kanna Naoya , Tateyama Kazutaka , Waseda Takuji , Timofeeva Anna , Papadimitraki Maria , Whitmore Laura , Obata Hajime , Nomura Daiki , Ogawa Hiroshi , Yamashita Youhei , Polyakov Igor
Published: February 2025

Abstract. The Arctic Laptev and East Siberian seas (LESS) have high biogeochemical activity. Nutrient inputs associated with river runoff and shelf sediment–water exchange processes are vital for supporting primary production in the LESS. Relative to macronutrients, data on dissolved iron (dFe) and manganese (dMn), which are essential micronutrients for primary producers, have historically been sparse for LESS. Some dFe and dMn are reportedly carried in the central Arctic by the Transpolar Drift, a major current that directly transports Eurasian shelf water, river water, and sea ice from the LESS continental margins. However, the supply of dFe and dMn to the surface waters of the LESS and the subsequent biogeochemical processes are not well constrained. In the summer of 2021, we investigated the following questions: what are the sources of dFe and dMn in the surface layer and which factors control their concentrations and distributions on the LESS continental margins? We demonstrated strong regional controls on dFe and dMn distributions based on distinct hydrographic regimes between the eastern side of the LESS (East Siberian Sea and Chukchi Abyssal Plain) and the western side (Makarov and Amundsen basins). Specifically, the East Siberian Sea and Chukchi Abyssal Plain were governed by Pacific-sourced water, and the Makarov and Amundsen basins were influenced by Atlantic-sourced water. Pacific-sourced water contained higher levels of dMn released from continental shelf sediments than Atlantic-sourced water. In contrast, elevated dFe signals were not observed, likely because sedimentary dFe was more rapidly removed from the water column through oxidation or scavenging than dMn was. The impact of river water discharge on the dFe distributions of Pacific- and Atlantic-sourced water was significant. A positive correlation between the fraction of meteoric water (river water and precipitation), dFe, and humic-like colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM) in these waters confirmed that dFe and CDOM are common freshwater sources. Terrigenous organic ligands likely stabilize Fe in the dissolved phase, which is not the case for Mn. Sea ice melting and formation were not significant sources during the observation period. We conclude that the major sources controlling the dFe and dMn distributions on the LESS continental margins are river discharge and shelf sediment input.
Enhanced MOIDS-derived ice physical properties within CoLM revealing bare ice-snow-albedo feedback over Greenland
Authors: Guo Shuyang , Dai Yongjiu , Yuan Hua , Liang Hongbin
Published: February 2025

Abstract. Under global warming, the Greenland Ice Sheet (GrIS) is experiencing unprecedented mass loss. A key factor closely associated with this loss is the change of snow and ice albedo, which is directly influenced by the firn metamorphism. To investigate the impact of bare ice microstructure changes on the regional warming of the GrIS ablation zone, SNICAR-ADv4 (Snow, Ice and Aerosol Radiation model Adding-Doubling Version 4), a physically based radiative transfer model, is incorporated in Common Land Model version 2024 (CoLM2024). It allows the land surface model represent the ice albedo with changes in ice properties rather than using a constant ice albedo value. Meanwhile, quality control was performed on the bare ice physical property dataset input into CoLM, with multiple MODIS products combined. Using SNICAR-ADv4 reduced the overestimation of shortwave broadband albedo by 60 %, with a bias of only 0.053. Further sensitivity experiments indicate that the albedo in the bare ice region is reduced by 0.032 during the summer due to the bare ice metamorphism, producing a 2-m temperature forcing of 0.071 °C and a snow cover change of -0.011. The contraction of snow cover exposes more bare ice and will further decrease albedo and increase the ground's absorption of solar radiation, suggesting a feedback mechanism involving bare ice, snow, and albedo. This highlights the indispensable role of bare ice physical properties in the bare ice-snow-albedo feedback for amplifying melt, and more significant feedback is expected to be produced by land-atmosphere coupling model.
Stabilized two-phase material point method for hydromechanical coupling problems in solid-fluid porous media
Authors: Tang Xiong , Liu Wei , He Siming , Zhu Lei , Jaboyedoff Michel , Zhang Huanhuan , Sun Yuqing , Huo Zenan
Published: February 2025

Abstract. For the hydromechanically coupling of solid-fluid porous media, this study presents an explicit stabilized two phase MPM formulation based on the one-point two-phase MPM scheme. To mitigate the spurious pore pressure and maintain the numerical stability, the stabilized techniques including the strain smoothing method and the multi-field variational principle are implemented in the proposed formulation. The strain smoothing technique is used to smooth the volumetric strain rate, and the calculation of the pore pressure increasement at particles is based on the multi-field variational principle. Four numerical examples are performed to evaluate the performance of the proposed formulation. With its effective and easy implemented stabilized techniques, the proposed formulation provides stable and reliable outcomes that well align with analytical solutions and results from other approaches, offering extensively validation that the proposed two phase MPM formulation is an effective and reliable approach for the simulation of solid-fluid porous media under both static and dynamic conditions.
Driving sustainability transitions through financial tipping points
Authors: Ameli Nadia , Chenet Hugues , Falkenberg Max , Kothari Sumit , Rickman Jamie , Lamperti Francesco
Published: February 2025

Abstract. Achieving a net-zero-carbon economy requires significant structural changes in the financial system, driving a substantial shift in investment towards low-carbon assets. This transformation of finance is necessary beyond the aim of climate stabilization but is more broadly required to foster sustainably thriving economies. In this paper, we offer a critical discussion of the positive tipping points that can be activated in the financial system to accelerate a fast, sustainable transition. Identifying and leveraging these critical and positive tipping points can amplify sustainable investments and foster transformative changes in the practices of the financial sector. By aligning expectations, steering herding behaviour, mobilizing public finance, reducing capital costs, reaching low-carbon investment thresholds in developing nations, and enforcing robust financial regulations and policies, the financial system can assume a central role in re-orienting economies onto a net-zero and sustainable course. Taken together, such mechanisms highlight the positive tipping points that can be triggered within sustainable finance and emphasize the necessity of policy interventions to activate and capitalize on these dynamics.
Revisiting the moisture budget of the Mediterranean region in the ERA5 reanalysis
Authors: Tootoonchi Roshanak , Bordoni Simona , D'Agostino Roberta
Published: February 2025

Abstract. Moisture budget assessments from reanalyses and climate models have provided fundamental insights into the maintenance and response to perturbations of the hydrological cycle in the Mediterranean region. Here we perform similar analyses using the latest-generation European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) re-analysis (ERA5), and we complement previous work by further decomposing the mean flow into contributions by the zonal-mean flow, which is dominated by the mean meridional circulation, and by zonally anomalous circulations and/or moisture, namely stationary eddies. According to ERA5, in the annual mean, net evaporation (negative P–E) over the ocean and net precipitation (positive P–E) over land are primarily due to submonthly transient eddies converging moisture originating from the ocean into the surrounding land. Overall, total stationary eddies reinforce the transient tendency over the ocean but oppose it over land, with the zonal-mean flow exerting a minor drying tendency limited to the region's southernmost latitudes. The total stationary eddy moisture flux divergence arises from a strongly divergent zonally anomalous circulation acting on the zonal-mean moisture. This is partly opposed by the pure stationary eddy term, which provides moisture flux convergence through both divergence and advection of zonally anomalous moisture by the zonally anomalous circulation. The relative magnitude of these terms changes over the seasonal cycle, explaining the transition from net precipitation during winter (DJF) to net evaporation during summer (JJA) over land. More specifically, as transient eddies weaken during the warm season, the strengthened divergent total stationary eddy moisture flux becomes dominant and causes strong drying and negative net precipitation. Somewhat surprisingly, moisture flux divergence by the mean meridional circulation is found to play a minor role in the Mediterranean region across all seasons except autumn (SON).
Pengembangan Media Labirin dengan Menggunkan Model Pembelajaran Team Games Tournament untuk Meningkatkan Minat Belajar pada Siswa Kelas IV SD Negri 106206 Sidodadi
Authors: Yunita Tara , Anshor Arrini Shabrina
Published: February 2025

Media  pembelajaran  merupakan  alat  bantu  untuk  keberhasilan  proses  belajar mengajar, sebagai komponen terhadap keberhasilan proses belajar mengajar maka pengadaan   media   pembelajaran   menjadi   keharusan   yang   harus ada. Dalam observasi yang dilakukan oleh peneliti menemukan beberpa masalah yang dihadapi oleh sekolah salah satunya adalah kurangya minat belajar siswa terhadap pembelajaran matematika, kurangnya media pembelajaran yang digunakan, dan model pembelajaran yang kurang berinovasi. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah megembangkan media labirin untuk meningkat minat belajar siswa dengan menggunakan model team games tournament. Penelitian ini menngunakan model ADDIE, addie adalah singkatan Analisis (Analyze), perancangan (Design), pengembangan (Development), implemntasi (Implentation) dan evaluasi (Evaluation). Penelitian dan pengembangan (Research and Devlopment), biasanya disingakat RnD adalah metode penelitian yang digunakan untuk menghasilkan produk tertentu, dan menguji kefektifan produk tersebut. Berdasarkan tahapan yag dilakukkan oleh peniliti menemukan hasil skor dari kelayakan media pembelajaran Labirin yang sudah divalidasikan oleh ahli materi tahap pertama dengan skor 92% dan tahap kedua dengan skor 98% ,ahli media  dengan skor 92%, respon guru dengan skor 94% dan hasil responden siswa dengan skor 93,4%, berdasarkan yang telah dijabarkan dapat disimpulkan bahawa media  Labirin pada pembelajaran Matematika Bab 2 Kelas IV SD yang dikembangkan oleh peneliti tersebut masuk dalam kategori Sangat Layak digunakan sebagai media pembelajaran untuk siswa kelas IV SD. Dari hasil penlitian serta pengisian angket yang dilakukan oleh siswa dapat dinyatakan bahwa minat belajar terhadap pembelajaran matematika siswa meningkat karena menggunkan media labirin.
Diagnostic accuracy of preoperative ultrasonography-guided fine-needle aspiration biopsy in distinguishing malignancy in large thyroid nodules: A systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression
Authors: Zulfa Putri O. , Iqhrammullah Muhammad , Zufry Hendra
Published: February 2025

Controversy persists regarding the effectiveness of ultrasonography-guided fine-needle aspiration biopsy (US-FNAB) in distinguishing malignancies in large thyroid nodules. The prevailing belief that larger thyroid nodules inherently pose a higher risk of malignancy has led to a common practice of suggesting thyroidectomy for large thyroid nodules. Herein, the aim of this study was to assess the diagnostic accuracy of preoperative US-FNAB for distinguishing malignancy in large thyroid nodules. A search for published records was carried out on 20 October 2023, utilizing the search feature available on PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Google Scholar. Patients with large thyroid nodules (3 cm or larger) who underwent preoperative US-FNAB and postoperative histopathological tests were included. Related outcomes, including false positive (FP), false negative (FN), true negative (TN), true positive (TP), specificity, and sensitivity, were extracted from each study. Pooled specificity and sensitivity were estimated, and the summarized receiver operating characteristic (sROC) curve, along with the summarized area under the curve (sAUC), was calculated. Out of 133 articles identified across four databases, 10 studies with a total sample of 2752 patients were included. The overall diagnostic sensitivity was 72% (95%CI: 50–86%; p=0.00) and specificity was 96% (95%CI: 87–90%; p=0.00). The positive predictive value (PPV) and negative predictive value (NPV) were 93% (95%CI: 89–98%) and 75% (95%CI: 72–79%), respectively. sAUC was 93%, suggesting the diagnostic tool is accurate. Meta-regression analysis revealed that factors such as the number of samples, country (high-income vs upper-middle income), demographic characteristics (age and gender), and different thyroid size cut-off values did not significantly impact the sensitivity or specificity of US-FNAB. In conclusion, the present study confirms the reliability of US-FNAB in distinguishing malignancy in large thyroid nodules, emphasizing its role in reducing unnecessary thyroidectomy by identifying high-risk patients and challenging the conventional practice of routine thyroidectomy for large thyroid nodules.
Effect of clove flower extract (Syzygium aromaticum) administration timing on skeletal muscle damage induced by eccentric exercise: An in vivo study
Authors: Ningrum Tyas Sari Ratna , Doewes Muchsin , Indarto Dono , Cilmiaty Risya , Kristiyanto Agus , Widyaningsih Vitri
Published: February 2025

Eccentric exercise often leads to oxidative stress, inflammation, and muscle damage that impair athletic performance. To counter these adverse effects, clove flower extract (Syzygium aromaticum) offers promising potential as a natural remedy to promote muscle repair with its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of clove flower extract administration timing on oxidative stress and inflammatory responses in skeletal muscle damage induced by acute eccentric exercise in mice. This study used a post-test-only control group design, involving 35 male mice (Mus musculus, Balb/c) randomly divided into five groups: a healthy control group (HC) with no exercise and no treatment, a negative control group (NC) with exercise but no treatment, and three treatment groups: T1, T2, and T3 (clove flower extract 24 hours before exercise, immediately after exercise, and 24 hours after exercise, respectively). The treatment groups received a single dose of clove flower extract (500 mg/kg body weight). The skeletal muscle damage of mice was collected for the NADPH oxidase (NOX) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activities using spectrophotometry, and toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) and interleukin-8 (IL-8) measurements using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Moreover, the skeletal muscle damage was analyzed through the histopathological method. Data were analyzed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Fisher's least significant difference (LSD) tests as a post hoc test. The result showed that clove flower extract significantly reduced NOX activity (p=0.049) and IL-8 levels (p=0.032), and increased SOD activity (p=0.001) while not significantly affecting the TLR4 levels (p=0.532). Moreover, the results showed a significant reduction in muscle damage (p=0.001). The study highlights that the administration of clove flower extract (500mg/kg bw) can be given 24 hours before, immediately after exercise, or 24 hours after exercise to prevent muscle damage.
THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND HEALTH RISKS OF PESTICIDE USE IN KYRGYZSTAN
Authors: Midinova Elmira Abdinabievna , Aswin Kumar Anil Kumar Sajini
Published: February 2025

Agriculture plays a vital role in addressing food security worldwide. Many developing countries, including Kyrgyzstan, rely on pesticides to enhance agricultural yields. However, these chemicals pose significant risks to human health and the environment, particularly when used excessively or without regulation. This article explores the types of pesticides commonly used in Kyrgyzstan, their adverse impacts on health and ecosystems, and the efforts of environmentalists to mitigate these risks. The findings emphasize the urgent need for stricter regulations, farmer education, and sustainable alternatives to ensure long-term ecological and public health safety.
IMPACTS OF SLEEP HABITS AND DURATION ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND ADAPTATION
Authors: Midinova Elmira Abdinabievna , Thirumoorthy Rithika
Published: February 2025

Sleep is a vital physiological process essential for cognitive function, emotional stability, and overall health. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of stress, fatigue, and sleep disturbances among first-year medical students at the International Medical Faculty of Osh State University and identify sleep-related behaviors linked to anxiety and mood disorders. A cross-sectional study utilizing a structured survey was conducted among 211 randomly selected first-year international medical students at Osh State University, with quantitative data analyzed using Microsoft Excel and qualitative insights obtained through literature review. The study revealed that 68.1% of students reported an average sleep duration of 6-8 hours per night, while 81.3% experienced mental health issues, 72.2% reported negative physical health impacts, and 68.9% acknowledged a decline in academic performance due to sleep deprivation. The findings highlight a significant prevalence of sleep deprivation among medical students, demonstrating its detrimental effects on mental and physical health, academic performance, and overall well-being, emphasizing the urgent need for targeted interventions to promote healthy sleep habits.
ЭКСПРЕСС-МЕТОД ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ БИОЛОГИЧЕСКОГО ВОЗРАСТА ЧЕЛОВЕКА
Authors: Тешебаева Урниса Тиленовна , Мещанинов Виктор Николаевич , Гаврилов Илья Валерьевич , Черепанова Наталья Матвеевна , Молдобаева Айгул Омуржановна , Марс кызы Таттыбубу
Published: February 2025

Этот метод позволяет быстро и точно определить биологический возраст человека. Биологический возраст — это возраст, определяемый с учётом особенностей организма и его функционального состояния, который отличается от истинного хронологического возраста. Экспресс-метод, анализируя здоровье человека, его физиологическое состояние и образ жизни, помогает улучшить качество жизни и предотвратить заболевания. Данный метод анализирует факторы, влияющие на общее состояние здоровья человека, и точно определяет его биологический возраст, что, в свою очередь, позволяет принять правильные медицинские меры.
Broken Bodies, Broken Minds: The Untold Story of Afghan Women’s Health Crisis
Authors: Geetika Gupta, Richa Arora
Published: February 2025

This research paper investigates the physical and mental health and trauma faced by Afghan women for the past few decades. There has been an extensive history of the physical and mental trauma that Afghan women have been tolerating due to numerous reasons such as gender-based violence, socio-political instability, prolonged conflicts, restrictive cultural norms, patriarchal social structures, and systemic oppression. Focus on trauma is given by examining the roles of gender inequality, displacement, and limited access to healthcare facilities by emphasizing the significant impact of both direct and indirect violence on the physical and mental health of Afghan women. They have faced complicated long-term trauma effects which surround a complex interplay between their personal feelings, societal oppression, and systemic barriers to health and well-being. The findings highlight the need of urgent intervention of authorities to provide physical and mental health services to Afghan women.
Wheat Production in Oman: Experiences, Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Name Muhammad Farooq
Published: February 2025

Bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is the leading staple and strategic food crop in the Sultanate of Oman; however, the national wheat production can meet less than 1% of the domestic requirements. The balance is met through imports from Australia, Canada, Russia, and Argentina. However, reliance on imported wheat alone may put Oman at risk in the event of wheat export bans. Therefore, wheat production needs to be enhanced to ensure national food security. Nonetheless, water deficits, salinity, prolonged droughts, unavailability of stress resilient genotypes, and heatwaves challenge this notion. In this review manuscript, the current status, constraints, and opportunities to improve wheat production in the Sultanate of Oman have been discussed. The major opportunities to improve the wheat production include crop improvement (i.e. development of short duration, high yielding, disease resistant and climate resilient varieties), efficient irrigation system, adoption of conservation agriculture to conserve the resources, strengthening system of certified seed distribution, seed enhancements, and development and dissemination of site-specific production technologies.
Optimum Stocking Density of ‘koi’ Carp (Cyprinus carpio) in Combination with Different Plant Species in an Aquaponic System
Authors: Name Buthaina Al Khaziri , Name Azhar Al Busaidi , Name Zainab Al Ghatami , Name Wenresti Gallardo
Published: February 2025

To maximize profits from aquaponic system, a high-price ‘koi’ carp (Cyprinus carpio) produced at Sultan Qaboos University was used. This study consisted of two experiments. The first experiment aimed to determine the optimal stocking density of ‘koi’ carp in an aquaponic system. In the second experiment, the optimal density of ‘koi’ carp based on the first experiment was used in combination with tomato, eggplant, and mint as a control from the first experiment. The aquaponic system consisted of 9 pairs of glass tanks; in each pair water was recirculating with the use of a submersible pump. In the first experiment, ‘koi’ carp fry (0.4-0.5 g each) were stocked at 50, 100 and 150 individuals per tank (0.1 m3) in combination with mint and the ornamental plant Petunia. Fish were stocked in tanks with and without plants. Results show that ‘koi’ carp stocked at 100 per tank without plants had significantly better growth (mean final weight of 7.5 g from the initial weight of 0.4-0.5 g). Fish stocked in tanks with plants, ‘koi’ carp at 50 per tank had significantly better growth (mean final fish weight of 5.2 g from the initial weight of 0.4-0.5 g). Survival rate was highest at 50 per tank with or without plants. Mint growth was better in tanks with 50 fish per tank. Petunia had flowers in all treatments. Water quality parameters were within optimal range even at high fish stocking densities. Overall, stocking density of 50 fish per tank can be recommended based on survival data. In the second experiment, 30 ‘koi’ carp juveniles were stocked in all tanks without plants (i.e. 6.5 g, 5.5 g and 6.1 g respectively) for each treatment in combination with mint, tomato, and eggplant. Growth and survival rates of koi (30 fish per tank) in combination with mint, eggplant and tomato were high with a weight gain of 21.3, 17.6, 17.6 g and survival rate of 90%, 95.5% and 87.8%, respectively. The results showed that ‘koi’ can be successfully grown with different plants in an aquaponic system.
Wild olive in Oman and its Conservation A Review
Authors: Al Jabri Thuraiya
Published: February 2025

The wild olive, Olea europaea subsp. cuspidata (Wall. & G.Don) Cif is one of the three dominant species of the common tree exits in the ecosystem of the mountains of northern and southern Oman. There are insufficient studies about the use, ecology and preservation of this species in Oman. The mountain ecosystem habitation is highly sensitive to disturbances and not easy to rehabilitate. These disturbances are caused by range of anthropogenic effects, such as urbanisation, climate change, overgrazing, introducing non-native species, as well as naturally occurring insects pests and diseases. Introduction of cultivated olive orchards (Olea europaea L. subsp. europaea) in Oman was introduced in 2001 for oil production and its consumption in western Hajar Mountains has added a genetic threat where wild olives are grown. This paper highlights the importance of this subspecies in Oman and the threats that Oman is currently facing. The question is rising here “do we need to be concerned about wild olive in Oman?” This paper gives a clear picture of the wild olive in Oman including its description, distribution, ecology and current conservation status.
Study Of Motor Performance & ADL In Children With Developmental Coordination Disorder
Authors: Tyagi Prerna
Published: February 2025

This study investigates the motor performance and activities of daily living (ADL) in children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). The research evaluates the impact of an 8-week physiotherapy intervention program, using statistical analysis and the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test for Motor Proficiency (BOTMP). Results indicate significant improvements in fine and gross motor skills, demonstrating the effectiveness of structured physiotherapy programs in children with DCD.

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a motor skills disorder that affects children’s ability to perform daily activities. This study investigates the impact of structured physiotherapy interventions on motor performance and activities of daily living (ADL) in children with DCD. A sample of 26 children (aged 7-13 years) was assessed using the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test for Motor Proficiency (BOTMP). The study evaluated the effectiveness of an eight-week physiotherapy intervention, focusing on improvements in fine and gross motor skills. Results showed significant enhancement in motor performance, with long-term retention of benefits. These findings emphasize the importance of integrating physiotherapy into routine care for children with DCD.

bilities have been identified as developmental coordination disorder (DCD). Approximately 5-8 percent of students enrolled in regular schools have DCD; the number of affected males is double that of affected girls. DCD is connected to instructive, social, and intense subject matters that regularly last past puberty and frequently occurs alongside other developmental disorders like ADHD, ADD, severe learning disabilities, and reading disabilities. Children with developmental delays do not spontaneously progress in motor skills or outgrow them.

Objectives of the study:

To assess the impact of a gathering physiotherapy program that endured two months on the coordinated movements of youngsters with Down syndrome at Military School, Meerut.
To find out how the intervention impacted various parts of motor function.
METHOD: The study's sample size of 26 children—18 males and 8 females—represents a prevalence ratio of around 2:1,sample were based on the inclusion criteria and exclusion criteria for the study. Using reliable instrument BOTMP , GMC, FMC, BC, or SF composite.

RESULT: The data was analyse using The Bruininski- Oseretsky Test For Motor Proficiency (BOTMP), The three appraisal series (pre-treatment, post-treatment, two month of rest post-treatment) were utilize to accompanying measure: GMC,FMC,BC.

CONCLUSION: The findings demonstrated a huge improvement in both fine and gross engine capacities, as evaluated by the BOTMP.
Seasonal Monitoring Of Sunkoshi River In Nepal: A Study Of Its Physicochemical Characteristics And Ichthyofaunal Biodiversity
Authors: Chitrakar Prabha , Alam Khalid Monowar , Narayan Labh Shyam
Published: February 2025

The Sunkoshi River in Nepal is widely recognized as a prominent global destination for whitewater rafting. The objective of this study was to examine the variations in physicochemical factors that impact water quality and the variety of ichthyofauna during four separate seasons, from March 2022 to February 2023.The investigation commenced at Dolalghat, the point of convergence of the Bhote Koshi and the Indrawati Rivers. It completed at Benighat, the location where the Tamakoshi River converges with the Saptakoshi River. The Sunkoshi River enters Nepal from high-altitude sources and flows through the country's hills, forests, and plains before merging with the Saptakoshi River in India. During its trip, the river receives contributions from many tributaries. A comprehensive evaluation of water quality was conducted by closely monitoring various physicochemical parameters, including temperature, dissolved oxygen (DO), total dissolved solids, turbidity, water velocity, electro-conductivity, depth, pH, biological oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand, acidity, alkalinity, nitrate, ammonia, chloride, iron, phosphate and total hardness as calcium carbonate content. Fish species richness was continuously assessed throughout the seasons, spanning from March 2022 to February 2023. The study identified five specific sampling locations: upper Dolalghat, Pachuwarghat, Kusheshwarghat, Khairenighat, and lower Benighat (Dovan), where the Tamakoshi River meets the Sunkoshi. All measured physical and chemical parameters were found to be within acceptable values. There was a total of 65 fish species identified, which were classified into 4 orders and 10 families. Among these, the family Cyprinidae had the highest diversity of species. This study highlights the importance of the Sunkoshi River as a crucial channel connecting Tibet and India via the Himalayan basins of Nepal. The whitewater of this river is renowned as the "River of Gold," confirming its esteemed position as a valuable natural resource.
Comparison of the Effect of Treatment Between Low-Frequency Currents and Medium-Frequency Currents in Low Back Pain Patients
Authors: Jain Pragati , Sharma Dr. Monika
Published: February 2025

Background: Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders, significantly affecting individuals' daily activities, work productivity, and overall quality of life. Electrical stimulation therapies, including Low-Frequency Electrical Stimulation (LFES) and Medium-Frequency Electrical Stimulation (MFES), are widely used for pain management and functional rehabilitation. However, limited research has directly compared the efficacy of these two modalities.

Objective: This study aims to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of LFES and MFES in reducing pain intensity, improving functional outcomes, and enhancing patient satisfaction in individuals with chronic LBP.

Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted on 30 patients diagnosed with chronic LBP. Participants were randomly assigned to either the LFES or MFES group. Pain intensity was assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), functional impairment was measured with the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), and patient satisfaction was recorded through a structured questionnaire. Statistical analysis included independent t-tests and effect size calculations.

Results: Both LFES and MFES led to significant improvements in pain intensity and functional capacity. However, the MFES group demonstrated greater pain reduction (p < 0.0001) and superior functional improvement (p = 0.00179) compared to the LFES group. Patient satisfaction scores were similar between both groups, indicating that both treatments were well-tolerated.

Conclusion: MFES was found to be more effective than LFES in reducing pain and improving physical function among individuals with chronic LBP. These findings suggest that MFES could be considered a preferred electrical stimulation modality for LBP management. Future studies with larger sample sizes and long-term follow-up are recommended to validate these results.
DEMOCRACIA REPRESENTATIVA SUL-AMERICANA:
Authors: Biserra Maia José Gilberto
Published: February 2025

Esse estudo analisa desafios da governabilidade em governos progressistas na democracia representativa do Peru, Chile, Colômbia e Brasil, com destaque para cidadania via participação eleitoral. É uma pesquisa de natureza qualitativa e caráter exploratório, desenvolvida através de levantamento bibliográfico, documental e reportagens em mídias digitais que cobrem e refletem a região latino-americana. Parte-se da compreensão que as formalidades eleitorais, instituinte da representação política, têm sido insuficientes para atender as demandas da sociedade. Uma realidade que tem levado a apatia do cidadão diante da política e a escolhas eleitorais contraditórias para seus interesses, observadas nas composições dos poderes legislativos dos respectivos países, desconectadas do projeto político vitorioso nas urnas. Tal cenário de representação desconsidera a cidadania como potência política, entrava a governabilidade, coloca em risco o projeto progressista, fragiliza a expectativa de uma América Latina mais justa, equitativa e participativa.
 
Palavras-chave: Democracia Representativa. Cidadania. Eleições. Governabilidade. América Latina.
O TRABALHO DA DEFENSORIA PÚBLICA DO ESTADO DO MARANHÃO NA VIABILIZAÇÃO DE DIREITO ÀS PESSOAS COM DEFICIÊNCIA
Authors: Garreto Maelle Medeiros , Borges Rafaela Pereira , Costa Chahini Thelma Helena
Published: February 2025

Este trabalho tem como objetivo analisar o trabalho desenvolvido pela Defensoria Pública do Estado do Maranhão (DPE/MA) no atendimento a pessoas com deficiência, por meio do Centro Integrado de Apoio à Pessoa com Deficiência (núcleo integrante da Defensoria). Utiliza-se a metodologia de pesquisa bibliográfica e documental, baseando-se nos registros do relatório anual de 2023 sobre os atendimentos realizados pelo CIAPD. Faz-se inicialmente uma configuração geral da DPE/MA e do direito de acesso à justiça, bem como através do quantitativo dos atendimentos no CIAPD, demonstra-se sua relevância na garantia de pessoas com deficiência no acesso à justiça.
Palavras-chave: Acesso à Justiça; Pessoas com Deficiência; Centro Integrado de Apoio à Pessoa com Deficiência; Defensoria Pública do Estado do Maranhão.
EXPANSÃO AGRÍCOLA NO MATOPIBA MARANHENSE
Authors: Sousa Santana Felipe , Silva Garcia Luciana , Miranda Ferreira da Silva Esmênia , França Lopes Adriano
Published: February 2025

O texto aborda a expansão do agronegócio no MATOPIBA, destacando problemas como expropriação de comunidades locais, destruição do ecossistema, poluição, conflitos fundiários e hídricos, entre outros. A região Norte e Centro-Oeste do Brasil são as mais afetadas, com a presença de agentes econômicos e do Poder Público. O Matopiba, região composta por Maranhão, Tocantins, Piauí e Bahia, é marcada pela produção agrícola intensiva, especialmente de soja, milho e algodão, resultando em desigualdades sociais e ambientais. A participação do Estado na infraestrutura e logística para o agronegócio é mencionada, assim como a atuação da Polícia Militar no estado do Maranhão. São discutidos conflitos e crimes relacionados à produção agrícola, como grilagem, desmatamento, disputa por recursos hídricos e criminalidade urbana. Discute ainda formação de milícias e a atuação da Força Pública estadual na região, destacando a importância da segurança pública e a necessidade de ressignificação da instituição policial, destacando a necessidade de uma relação entre unidades federativas, órgãos e sociedade para lidar com a violência no campo e os conflitos agrários.
A RELAÇÃO ENTRE VALORES ARRECADADOS E VOTOS OBTIDOS
Authors: Arcanjo Mariano Jonas Igor , Soares Alcântara Adriana
Published: February 2025

A presente escrita analisa a importância do aporte financeiro nas campanhas eleitorais a partir do aprofundamento das relações estabelecidas entre partidos políticos e candidatos a cargos eletivos. A investigação acerca do modo como os partidos políticos e as federações administram os recursos financeiros, especialmente em época de eleições contribuirá para a compreensão das transformações ocorridas ao longo do tempo, como também na elaboração de novos métodos de organização mais econômicos e eficientes que possam influenciar na burocracia partidária. Utiliza-se uma metodologia que abrange análises de natureza qualitativa e quantitativa e uma abordagem de caráter bibliográfico e documental.
Pengaruh Literasi Kewirausahaan, Kreativitas Individu, dan Sikap Terhadap Minat Berwirausaha Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis UNIMA
Authors: Gultom Johanris Rafael , Soputan Grace , Londa Marlyn
Published: February 2025

Di era transformasi digital yang luar biasa dan revolusi industri 5.0, kewirausahaan telah menjadi elemen penting dalam aktivitas sehari-hari masyarakat saat ini, dengan banyak individu yang berpartisipasi dalam aktivitas kewirausahaan sebagai profesi utama dan sekunder. Mahasiswa memiliki beberapa peluang untuk menjadi wirausaha, namun hanya sedikit mahasiswa, termasuk Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Universitas Negeri Manado, yang memanfaatkannya. Namun ada berbagai faktor yang mempengaruhi minat mahasiswa dalam berbisnis, antara lain literasi kewirausahaan, inovasi pribadi, dan pola pikir kewirausahaan. Penelitian ini berupaya untuk mengetahui: 1) dampak literasi kewirausahaan terhadap minat berwirausaha, 2) dampak kreativitas individu terhadap minat berwirausaha, dan 3) dampak sikap kewirausahaan terhadap minat berwirausaha. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif. Sampel penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa aktif semester lima Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Universitas Negeri Manado yang berjumlah 155 orang. Sebelum pengumpulan data, kuesioner divalidasi dan reliabel. Data dievaluasi dengan analisis regresi sederhana. Hasil penelitian menemukan bahwa: 1) literasi kewirausahaan mempunyai pengaruh secara parsial terhadap minat berwirausaha; 2) kreativitas individu berpengaruh secara parsial terhadap minat berwirausaha; dan 3) sikap kewirausahaan berpengaruh secara parsial terhadap minat berwirausaha. Dengan demikian, literasi kewirausahaan, kreativitas individu, dan sikap kewirausahaan terbukti sangat penting untuk menarik perhatian karena mempunyai pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap upaya meningkatkan minat berwirausaha.
Implikasi Penggunaan Mobile Banking terhadap Perilaku Keuangan Nasabah di Era Digital
Authors: Alexandra Navisa Mitzy , Rakhmawati Ani
Published: February 2025

Mobile Banking atau lebih dikenal dengan istilah M-Banking kini penggunaannya mengalami peningkatan, adanya peristiwa ini secara tidak langsung telah mengubah perilaku keuangan nasabah secara signifikan. Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa M-banking tidak hanya meningkatkan kenyamanan dalam bertransaksi, tetapi juga mempengaruhi pola belanja, dan pengelolaan keuangan pribadi. Dengan akses yang lebih mudah dan fitur yang lengkap, nasabah menjadi lebih cermat dalam mengelola anggaran dan melakukan transaksi. Selain itu, literasi keuangan berperan penting dalam meningkatkan kepercayaan nasabah terhadap layanan ini. Temuan ini mencerminkan potensi M-banking dalam memperkuat pengelolaan keuangan di kalangan masyarakat modern.
Pemaknaan Puisi Syair Mata Bayi dan Tentang Mata Karya W.S. Rendra: Prespektif Semiotika Charles Sanders Peirce
Authors: Astuti Fitriani , Abror Muchlas
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini membahas tentang analisis semiotika pada antalogi puisi Syair Mata Bayi dan Tentang Mata menggunakan kajian Semiotika Charles Sanders Peirce. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk menganalisis ikon, indeks, dan simbol (relasi trikotomi Charles Sanders Peirce) pada dua puisi karya W.S Rendra tersebut. Metode yang digunakan yaitu deskriptif kualitatif, metode pengambilan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan metode baca, simak, catat. Analisis data menggunakan metode analisis semiotika Pierce. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pada dua puisi yang dijadikan sebagai objek penelitian tidak ditemukan adanya ikon, hanya terdapat indeks dan simbol. Pengarang menggunakan diksi mata sebagai simbol pada dua puisi tersebut yang memiliki makna berbeda-beda tergantung dengan konteks dan kata yang disandingkan dengannya. Sementara indeks pada puisi pertama yaitu kehidupan yang penuh ancaman karena manusia telah kehilangan mata batin atau kesucian. Sementara indeks pada puisi yang kedua yaitu kehidupan yang menyakitkan karena hilangnya lapangan pekerjaan yang yang mengakibatkan manusia tidak mampu memenuhi kebutuhan kehidupannya.