bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of vitamins E and C supplementation on the immunity status of coloured hens during summer
Authors: JENA B P , PANDA N , MISHRA P K , PATRA R C , PANDA H K , PANIGRAHI B , BEHERA P C
Published: December 2023

The present investigation was carried out to evaluate effects of vitamins E and C supplementation on immunity status of breeder birds and transfer of passive immunity to day-old chicks during heat stress. Broiler breeder birds (270) were divided into 9 groups with 3 replicates having 10 birds in each and were supplemented with 2 levels of antioxidant vitamins E (250 mg or 500 mg/kg) and C (200 mg or 400 mg/kg) alone and in combinations for 8 weeks during the peak summer. Antibody titre against Newcastle disease vaccine(NDV), cutaneous basophilic hypersensitivity (CBH) test against phytohaemaglutinin- P at fourth and eighth week and passive immunity in chicks were undertaken. At fourth week control group which was not supplemented any vitamins showed the lowest CBH response and at eighth week all the combined vitamins supplemented groups showed significantly higher response than control and individual vitamin supplemented groups. At fourth week antibody titre against NDV did not differ significantly from first day in all the groups and on eighth week there was significant decline in antibody titre in control and individual vitamin supplemental groups compared to first and fourth week but decrease in titre in combined vitamin supplemented groups was not significant. The passive immunity as determined by titre (log2) against NDV in day-old chicks hatched from the eggs of breeder hens did not differ among the treatments. It can be concluded that the combination of the antioxidant vitamins at lower level i.e. C 200 + E 250mg/kg have higher immunity in the coloured broiler breeder hens compared to individual vitamin supplementation during hot and humid stress.
Comparative evaluation of natural tupping with fixed-time laparoscopic and cervical insemination techniques using chilled semen in estrous synchronized sheep
Authors: MALIK A A , FAZIL M R , KHATUN A , ATHAR H , KHAN H M , SHAH R A
Published: December 2023

The present study was conducted in crossbred ewes to compare the efficiency of different artificial insemination techniques with natural tupping following fixed time artificial insemination using fresh semen. Crossbred ewes (n=29) were randomly divided into three groups with 10 animals in natural tupping (NT) and laparoscopic artificial insemination (LAI) groups and nine animals in cervical artificial insemination (CAI) group. Ewes in all the treatment groups were subjected to the same estrus induction protocol: insertion of intravaginal progesterone sponges for 10 days followed by an intramuscular injection of 500 IU eCG at the time of sponge withdrawal. Immediately after removal of sponges, animals of NT group were kept with proven breeding rams up to 72 h. Fixed time cervical or laparoscopic insemination was done at 48 h after sponge removal. The insemination was repeated 12 h later in CAI group. The pregnancy and lambing rates were significantly higher in NT group (90%, 90%), than CAI group (55.5%, 55.5%) and LAI group (20%, 10%). The prolificacy rate was significantly higher in CAI group (180%) than NT group (111.1%) and LAI group (100%). The serum progesterone concentration was higher in pregnant ewes on day 10, day 17 and day 35 than non-pregnant ewes. The fixed time cervical insemination following intravaginal progesterone sponges for 10 day+eCG protocol resulted in better pregnancy rate and prolificacy rate in crossbred ewes during breeding season.
Effect of breeding during the peri-vaccination window against foot-and-mouth disease on the pregnancy rate in the cow: A retrospective study
Authors: PATEL B H MANJUNATHA , RAINA AAMIR AHMAD , JEYAKUMAR SAKTHIVEL , SELVAN R PTAMIL , GOWANE G R , KRISHNASWAMY NARAYANAN , DECHAMMA H J , VIJAYAPILLAI UMAPATHI , SOMAGOND ARUN , SANYAL ANIKET , GAUR GYANENDRA KUMAR , DUTT TRIVENI
Published: December 2023

As emerging evidence indicates that FMD vaccination causes variable degrees of pregnancy loss in the beef cow, the study was conducted at NDRI SRS in sub-tropical conditions in the year 2021 to investigate its effects on the pregnancy rate in the dairy cow when they were bred within 14 days of FMD vaccination. Retrospective data on  AI done within 14 days post FMD vaccination (dpv -14 to +14) and the corresponding pregnancy outcome were collected for 6 years (January 2016 to January 2021) and each record was categorized into AI pre-vaccination (dpv -14 to -1) or AI post-vaccination (dpv 0 to 14). After excluding repeat breeding cows and pregnant heifers, the final dataset consisted of 47 records derived from crossbred and Deoni cows. The binary outcome variable pregnancy was regressed on the categorical predictor variables such as day of AI with respect to dpv 0, stage of lactation and parity.The results indicated that the odds of pregnancy in the AI post-vaccinated group was 0.47 (95% confidence interval: 0.10-1.88) value) as compared with AI pre-vaccinated group. It can be concluded that FMD vaccination has no significant effect on pregnancy outcome if the animals are bred 14 days before and 14 days after FMD vaccination (irrespective of breed, age, parity, days in milk).
Kajian Aktivitas Neurofarmakologi Tinospora cordifolia
Authors: Anggadiredja Kusnandar , Sidik Callista Sandrine Azalea
Published: December 2023

Sistem pengobatan tradisional Ayurveda meresepkan pengobatan herbal, yang disebut Medhya Rasayana, untuk mendorong peremajaan otak. Tinospora cordifolia adalah salah satu herbal Medhya Rasayana yang paling banyak dimanfaatkan. Kajian pustaka ini mencakup potensi T. cordifolia beserta mekanisme yang mendasari dalam pengobatan berbagai penyakit yang berdampak pada sistem saraf, seperti penyakit neurodegeneratif, kanker otak, depresi, penyalahgunaan obat, serta menyinggung perannya dalam meningkatkan fungsi kognitif.
FAKTOR PERUBAHAN BERTANI PADI SAWAH DARI NON ORGANIK KE ORGANIK DI DESA BOU KECAMATAN LAMBANDIA KABUPATEN KOLAKA TIMUR
Authors: Yusriadi Yusriadi , Arimbawa Putu , Mardin Mardin
Published: December 2023

Organic farming is a technology that leads to the environment without using chemical elements. However, until now non-organic farming is still mostly practiced by farmers in Indonesia. The purpose of this study was to determine the characteristics of lowland rice farmers who switched from non-organic to organic, and to determine the factors of change in lowland rice farming from non-organic to organic. This research was conducted from February to April in Bou Village, Lambandia District, East Kolaka Regency. This research is a type of qualitative research using the case study method. The results showed that the characteristics of paddy rice informants who switched to organic farming had a basic education level, and the average age was still productive, with more or less 3 years of farming experience and had relatively narrow cultivated land. Factors changing paddy rice farming from non-organic to organic are divided into two, namely internal factors (health factors, education factors, income level factors), and external factors (scarcity of organic rice, and the high cost of chemical fertilizers).
PERAN FASILITATOR DALAM PEMBERDAYAAN KELOMPOK TANI PESERTA PROGRAM READSI DI DESA TRIMULYA KECAMATAN ONEMBUTE KABUPATEN KOLAKA TIMUR
Authors: Junaidi Gion , Sidu Dasmin , Arimbawa Putu
Published: December 2023

The objective of this investigation is to examine the facilitator's function in enhancing the participation of farmer groups in the READSI program and to establish the correlation between the facilitator's role and the empowerment of farmer groups involved in the READSI program. The study was conducted in March 2022. The population of the investigation consisted of all members of the farmer group involved in the READSI program. The sample size was determined using the Proportional Random Sampling technique, and it included 45 individuals. The analysis of the data was performed using descriptive statistics and Spearman Rank Correlation analysis. The findings indicated that the facilitator's role in Trimulya Village, Onembute District, Konawe Regency, was of excellent quality. The farmer groups' empowerment was demonstrated by their capacity to handle the received information, make decisions concerning their farming, manage farming activities, market their farming products, and apply agricultural innovation technologies. There is a significant correlation between the facilitator's role and the empowerment of farmer groups.
IDENTIFICATION OF CHARACTERISTICS AND SUSTAINABILITY OF FISHERMAN BUSINESS IN GERAK MAKMUR VILLAGE, SAMPOLAWA DISTRICT, SOUTH BUTON DISTRICT
Authors: Herlina Herlina , Abdullah Sukmawati , Salahuddin Salahuddin
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study is to find out now the characteristics of respondents, business sustainability and yet determine the relationship between respondents' characteristics and sustainability of fishing business in Gerak Makmur Village, Sampolawa District, South Buton Regency. The method used in this research is using quantitative analysis, with the technique of determining the sample using simple random sampling, namely random sampling, with a total sample of 42 fishermen respondents. The results of the study show that: (1) the characteristics of the respondents generally have a productive age, the education level is very low, namely elementary school, with a very experienced category, and the respondents fishermen have their own boats and fishing gear, as well as the number of dependents in the small family category; (2) the sustainability of fisherman business including capital, marketing, technology and labor belongs to the high category.
MOTIVASI PETANI MENERAPKAN KEARIFAN LOKAL DALAM BUDIDAYA JAGUNG DI KELURAHAN WASOLANGKA KECAMATAN PARIGI KABUPATEN MUNA
Authors: Imal Imal , Rianse Usman , Hamzah Awaluddin , Nalefo La
Published: December 2023

The application of local wisdom in corn cultivation is one of the traditions carried out by farmers from generation to generation until now. The application of this local wisdom is not done just like that, but is based on the farmers' motivation in carrying out this tradition in order to meet their needs. This study aims to determine the motivation of farmers to apply local wisdom in corn cultivation in Wasolangka Village, Parigi District, Muna Regency. Determination of informant s in this study were four corn farmers using the snowball technique. The data collection process was carried out by in-depth interviews, documentation and literature study. Data analysis in this study used a qualitative descriptive analysis. The results of the study show that the motivation of farmers to apply local wisdom in corn cultivation in the Wasolangka Village is still being carried out today, where this motivation can meet the needs of farmers consisting of motivational physiological needs, the need for a sense of security, social needs, the need for appreciation and the need for actualization self. While the stages of corn cultivation in local wisdom consist of location determination (deghondo tampa), land clearing (detambori), burning (desula), re-burning (derangka), fencing (deghala), rituals before planting (kaago-ago), planting (detisa ), maintenance (derawati kahitela), young corn (detumbu) and harvesting (detongka).
MODAL SOSIAL DALAM KEGIATAN PENYULUHAN PERTANIAN DI KOTA KENDARI
Authors: Niya Wa Ode Nur , Taufik Yani , Salahuddin Salahuddin , Malik Nurhayu
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this investigation is to (1) determine the identity of agricultural advisor in Kendari City; and (2) knowing the social capital of extension workers in carrying out extension activities in the Kendari City. The samples in the study were all agricultural extension workers in Kendari City. The data analysis used in this study Is a descriptive quantitative analysis that is processed using the class interval formula. The results of this study showed that the social capital of Kendari City is generally  in the good category. This can also be seen from the aspects of trust, reciprocity and social interaction are in the good category. This means that agricultural extension workers in Kendari City have implemented the elements of social capital well.
ANALISIS POTENSI PENGEMBANGAN TANAMAN PANGAN BERBASIS KOMODITAS LOKAL DI KECAMATAN KALEDUPA KABUPATEN WAKATOBI
Authors: Arif La Ode Kasno , Jayadisastra Yoenita , Abadi Musram , Iswandi R Marsuki , Alwi La Ode , Sudarmo Hadi , Dedu La Ode Arfan
Published: December 2023

The aims of this study was to identify the potential distribution of land for developing food crops, and to analyze the types of local food crops that have the potential to be developed in Kaledupa District. The research data is primary data through direct observation and interviews with stakeholders, namely agricultural service officials, coconut villages, farmers, heads of farmer groups, and researchers. Data analysis is a descriptive approach and GIS (Geographic Information System) analysis to describe land potential, and the Analytical Hierarchy Process to determine priority food crops. The results of the analysis of the potential land for food crops are known to be spread over 12 village areas with a total potential land area of 957.68 ha. The dominant existing food crops are found in seven village areas namely Ollo, Balasuna, Balasuna Selatan, Laulua, Horuo, Kalimas and Sombano. The priority criterion for developing food crops is market demand with a weight value of 0.409, while the priority scale for food crops is cassava with a weight value of 0.352. The development of food crop agriculture should be adapted to the potential of land resources and local commodities, thereby helping efforts to increase production and farmer welfare
PEMANFAATAN EKSTRAK DAUN JERUK NIPIS (Citrus Aurantifolia) DALAM PENGENDALIAN LARVA NYAMUK AEDES AEGYPTI
Authors: Taufik Yani , Salahuddin  , Malik Nurhayu , Amirullah  , Mardin  , Suriana
Published: December 2023

Program pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan dapat menggunakan secara efektif ekstrak daun jeruk nipis (Citrus aurantifolia) dalam mengendalikan mortalitas larva nyamuk Aedes aegypti; Program pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan pada bulan Juli 2022 pada para mahasiswa Jurusan/PS. Penyuluhan Pertanian FP UHO.  Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian ini menggunakan metode : (1) ceramah; (2) demonstrasi cara, dan (3) bimbingan teknis.  Pelaksanaan bimbingan teknis dalam kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini, melalui beberapa tahap, yaitu : (1) Pembuatan Ekstrak Daun Jeruk Nipis (Citrus aurantifolia): dan (2) Pengujian terhadap nyamuk Aedes aegypti.  Hasil pelaksanaan program pengabdian kepada masyarakat adalah mortalitas larva dengan pemberian ekstrak daun jeruk nipis (Citrus aurantifolia) tertinggi terdapat pada konsentrasi 3% dengan persentase 100% dan telah dinyatakan efektif berdasarkan WHO serta dapat direkomendasikan sebagai larvasida alami bagi masyarakat.
PEMANFAATAN TANAMAN BABANDOTAN (Ageratum Conyzoides L.) SEBAGAI OBAT TRADISIONAL LUKA SAYAT
Authors: Mappasomba Musadar , Harlis Wa Ode , Nalefo La , Sidu Dasmin , Rosmawaty  , Arimbawa Putu
Published: December 2023

Program pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengantarkan sasaran mengetahui pemanfaatan Tanaman Babandotan (Ageratum conyzoides L.) sebagai obat tradisional.  Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan pada bulan Desember 2021 di Taman Kanak-Kanak Islam Terpadu (TK IT) Asy Syamil Kabupaten Konawe.  Sasaran kegiatan ini adalah para tenaga pendidik dan kependidikan TK IT Asy Asyamil Kabupaten Konawe.  Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian ini menggunakan metode : (1) ceramah; (2) demonstrasi cara, dan (3) bimbingan teknis.  Hasil pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah : daun tanaman babandotan yang telah disiapkan diblender tanpa menggunakan air, selanjutnya direndam dengan air sekedarnya.  Rendaman daun tanaman babandotan disaring dengan menggunakan kain halus untuk memperoleh sari daun tanaman babandotan dari hasil perasan daun.  Hasil perasan daun tanaman babandotan digunakan untuk mengobati luka sayatan.
SOSIALISASI DAN BIMBINGAN TEKNIS PENGENDALIAN PENYAKIT DIPLODIA RAMAH LINGKUNGAN DI DESA TANEA KECAMATAN KONDA
Authors: Neru Satrah Vit , Mariadi Mariadi , Dima Darsilan , Mihrad Edy Syah , Aprianto La Ode Aldi , Nur Pebri Angguni
Published: December 2023

Desa Tanea merupakan salah satu desa dalam wilayah administrasi Kecamatan Konda Kabupaten Konawe Selatan. Sebagian besar penduduk di Desa Tanea bekerja sebagai petani, salah satunya adalah petani jeruk. Penurunan produksi tanaman jeruk sangat dirasakan oleh petani sehingga mempengaruhi pendapatan masyarakat itu sendiri. Penurunan produksi ini disebabkan oleh beberapa faktor diantaranya adalah serangan penyakit kanker batang Diplodia. Penyakit kanker Diplodia disebabkan oleh patogen Botryopdiplodia theobromae. Tujuan pelaksanaan PKMI ini adalah memberikan pemahaman dan transfer teknologi pengendalian peyakit kanker diplodia pada tanaman jeruk. Mitra kegiatan ini adalah Kelompok Tani Harapan Makmur Desa Tanea. Metode pendekatan yang digunakan adalah Model PRA, Model Technologi Transfer dan Model Community development. Kelompok Tani Harapan Makmur Desa Tanea sangat memahami dan mudah menerima materi bimbingan teknis dan penerapan teknologi pengendalian penyakit kanker diplodia secara ramah lingkungan yang disampaikan.
Secretin magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (s-MRCP) in the diagnosis of early chronic pancreatitis: Why not?
Authors: Duarte Cabral Antonio , De Vasconcellos Barbosa Juliana , Rita Vieira dos Santos Cunha Maria , Zimberg Chehter Ethel
Published: December 2023

Chronic pancreatitis is a syndrome with several conditions, resulting in similar phenotypic manifestations. Pancreatic biopsy would be the gold standard for diagnosis, but it is often not possible to perform. If chronic pancreatitis is suspected, early diagnosis facilitates appropriate management and prevents complications. In this context, secretin-induced magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (s-CPRM) is one of the tests used. This study aims to determine the accuracy and efficiency of s-CPRM in the early diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis, comparing its results with those of other methods used for this purpose, as well as analyzing its cost-benefit ratio. A systematic review was carried out in accordance with PRISMA recommendations. The data from each article used was summarized in a table with the following topics: DOI; first author; year; location; type of study; target population; importance of s-CPRM; other methods and conclusions. We included articles with adults over the age of 18; in English or Spanish; talking about s-CPRM; studies from 2018 onwards; articles comparing the techniques researched. Case reports, editorials and editor's opinions, and animal studies were excluded. Articles from previous years were added to expand the scarce literature. s-CPRM is a low-invasive test that analyzes pancreatic structure and function, presenting diagnostic results that are comparable and even superior to those of other methods. It faces difficult access to specialized professionals, in addition to the high costs of equipment and secretin. However, as early diagnosis can contain the progression of the disease, avoiding future treatment costs, investing in this test is valid and necessary.
The challenges of the social worker's work in times of the Covid-19 pandemic and neoconservatism in Brazil
Authors: Vieira da Silva Cherlia , Gusmão Ferreira de Andrade Janice
Published: December 2023

The aim of this article is to understand the perception, performance and demands placed on social work in the health sector during the Covid-19 pandemic in the context of the country's political neo-conservatism. The method used was bibliographical research in scientific articles published in the field of social work. The results reinforce the importance of analyzing the challenges posed to social work in the neoconservative political reality during the pandemic by studying in greater depth this unique historical moment and the impacts experienced by the profession. We believe that the production of this research will make fundamental contributions to the profession, with important reflections on the professional practice of the social worker.
Urinary incontinence in patients of Duchenne syndrome
Authors: Alves Ricardo Antônio Pinho , Rodrigues Thalita Maiara Patrício , Chaves Camila Teixeira de Oliveira Penna , Oliveira Marília Reis dos Santos de
Published: December 2023

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a neuromuscular pathology, being the most serious, rare and hereditary. Patients present muscoskeletal, respiratory, cardiac and orthopedic complications. Due to these muscular changes, these patients may develop urinary incontinence, which is loss of bladder control and any involuntary loss of urine. The objective of this study was to understand how urinary incontinence can affect the lives of sufferers. In the search for answers, we used a bibliographic review, where the data was found in a qualitative way, through scientific articles between the years 2003 and 2022, based on GOOGLE ACADÊMICO, PUD MED, SCIELO AND BOOKS. Studies and bibliographical analyzes were carried out where it was possible to state the proportion of interruptions in people who present the disease, such as disabling the achievement of goals of physiological functioning where a greater concentration is involved in the segment of urinary incontinence, in this way associated questions were practiced whether the The lives of individuals with this pathology and its changes can cause harm that can lead to psychological damage and integration. I believe that in the future it will be possible to achieve guidance and contributions that benefit people with the pathology.
“Every Teacher is the Driving Force Behind Science and Education” (An interview with Irina S. Stogniy)
Authors:   Gnesin Russian Academy of Music, Stogniy Irina S. , Moskvina Olga O. ,   Gnesin Russian Academy of Music, Pavlova Svetlana A. ,   Gnesin Russian Academy of Music
Published: December 2023

Irina S. Stogniy is Doctor of Art Studies and Full Professor of the Analytical Musicology Department at the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music. She is also Editor-in-Chief of the journal Uchenye Zapiski of the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music . Prof. Stogniy is the leader and a regular participant of international research projects in musicology. She is the author of a series of research papers focusing on important theoretical issues in musicology. Among them is the monograph Connotation in Musical Texts (2013). Prof. Stogniy developed a new elective course Musical Semiology for musicologists and composers. The course is delivered in higher music education institutions. She is also the author of a number of educational programmes. The interview focused substantively on the projects initiated and lead by Prof. Stogniy. They include two research conferences: Semantics of the Musical Language and Christian Images in Art. In her interview, Prof. Stogniy shared her teaching experience with the former students and now teachers of the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music: Olga O. Moskvina and Svetlana A. Pavlova.
Navigating a Sea of Obstacles: Ocean Science for People with Disabilities
Authors:   Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Bower Amy , Vazquez-Cuervo Jorge , Comstock Eleni
Published: December 2023

The geoscience community discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) most often focuses on increasing the participation of underrepresented groups based on race, ethnicity, and gender. Disability status is often overlooked, even though people with disabilities are underrepresented in the US STEM workforce by a factor of 3 compared to factors of 1.5 and 1.3 for women and underrepresented minorities, respectively (NCSES, 2023). The unemployment rate (the proportion of the workforce population that is unemployed but actively seeking work) is twice as high for people with disabilities as it is for those without a disability, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/disabl.pdf).
Code to Communicate: Empowering Bilingual Connections in Earth Science
Authors:   University of South Florida, Rosa Marín Angelique , Cortés Isamar , Aránguiz-Rago Tamara , Pesce Agustina , Libarkin Julie , Gasparini Nicole
Published: December 2023

The Earth sciences lack representation of Latine scholars in academia and industry. Latine scholars encounter systematic barriers within academic environments globally, including discrimination and gender biases, lack of guidance due to cultural differences, funding limitations for non-citizens, access burden of visa applications, and language-barriers for non-native English speakers (Carrera et al., 2023; Valenzuela-Toro and Viglino, 2021).
Expanding Access to Ocean Science Through Inclusively Designed Data Sonifications
Authors:   Your Ocean Consulting, Smith Leslie , Bower Amy , Roberts Jessica , Bellona Jon , Li Huaigu
Published: December 2023

Look at a graph of oceanographic data. How would you convey the information only using sound? This is the challenge addressed by the US National Science Foundation-funded “Accessible Oceans” project, which seeks to increase access to ocean data in informal learning environments like museums, science centers, and aquariums. Quantitative information in these settings is almost always conveyed with visual displays. For audience members who are blind or have low vision, or those with data illiteracy or innumeracy, these displays remain inaccessible. In this article, we discuss our interdisciplinary project using an inclusive human-centered design process to develop auditory displays that support learning and understanding of ocean science in informal learning environments. We share information about our project and takeaways for inclusive auditory display design, hoping to inspire others to examine the accessibility of their own work.
Mentoring the Mentors: A Workshop Series to Support Inclusive Mentoring Practices
Authors:   University of California, Santa Barbara, Hofmann Gretchen , Beaufort Virginia , Clare Xochitl , Phommasa Malaphone
Published: December 2023

As part of the Field-based Undergraduate Engagement through Research, Teaching, and Education (FUERTE) program at the University of California, Santa Barbara, we developed a training program—a set of integrated one-hour workshops—to help our direct mentors (e.g., graduate students and postdoctoral fellows) develop stronger mentoring skills. The trainings provided opportunities for the mentors to focus on professional development and to take time to cultivate their intentional mentoring approaches, and for the program to advocate for self-care and self-awareness in the mentoring space.
Menggali Akar Permasalahan: Konflik Antara Tukang Ojek Konvensional Dan Tukang Ojek Online Di Stasiun Jember
Authors: Alvina Setiyawati  , Ani Linta Sari  , Ardhia Pramesty Regita Cahyani
Published: December 2023

Ojek is a transportation service that has long been the choice of people to travel. Along with the development of technology, currently ojek develops into two types, namely conventional motorcycle taxis and online motorcycle taxis.However, in recent times conventional motorcycle taxis have begun to face a decline in popularity along with the emergence of online motorcycle taxis. One of them is a conventional motorcycle taxi in front of Jember station. So this causes conflicts due to passengers preferring to use online motorcycle taxis compared to conventional motorcycle taxis. The reason they choose online motorcycle taxis is because what is offered is considered more economical and sometimes offers promos that make online motorcycle taxi fares cheaper than conventional motorcycle taxis. This certainly makes conventional motorcycle taxis experience a decrease in income. This study used qualitative research methods, where data were collected through field observations, interviews, and voice recordings, and refer to previous studies. This study uses Dahrendorf conflict theory to analyze conflicts that arise between conventional motorcycle taxis and online motorcycle taxis in the Jember station area, where differences in status and access rights set by local authorities are the main focus in this study.
Adapting Corpus Linguistics for Primary EFL Education in Vietnam: Perspectives from Linguistics Scholars
Authors: Le Thanh Thao , Pham Trut Thuy
Published: December 2023

This qualitative study investigates the perspectives of Vietnamese linguistics scholars on the integration of corpus linguistics into primary English as a Foreign Language (EFL) education. Through semi-structured interviews with nine scholars from two leading Vietnamese institutions, the research explores the applicability, challenges, and strategies of implementing corpus linguistics for young learners in Vietnam. Participants, categorized into novice, mid-career, and near-end career stages, offer diverse viewpoints on this innovative teaching approach. The underpinning theoretical frameworks are sociocultural theory and constructivist learning theory. The thematic analysis reveals four key themes: tailoring corpus linguistics to young learners’ needs and abilities, the challenges in implementing corpus linguistics in primary EFL settings, the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, and the role of cultural context in corpus linguistics application. The study finds a consensus on the need for simplifying and contextualizing corpus materials to suit young learners’ cognitive and cultural backgrounds. Challenges identified include adapting corpus materials, teacher training inadequacies, and curriculum integration difficulties. The gap between theory and practice highlights the need for hands-on teacher training and comprehensive resource development. Furthermore, the importance of culturally relevant corpus materials is emphasized, balancing local and global cultural elements. This study contributes to the field of EFL education by highlighting the specific challenges and strategies for implementing corpus linguistics in the Vietnamese primary education context. It underscores the importance of culturally and pedagogically sensitive approaches in language teaching innovations.
A new approach for mathematical modeling of chemical kinetics
Authors:   University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest, Faculty of Aerospace Engineering, BREBENEL MARIUS , BERBENTE CORNELIU ,   University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest, Faculty of Aerospace Engineering
Published: December 2023

A new approach for describing chemical kinetics for reactions in gas phase is proposed, which removes some observed inconsistencies. This new approach is referring mainly to the law of mass actions in both forms, chemical equilibrium and reaction rate. A new interpretation of the activation energy is also given, so that the Arrhenius law becomes consistent with both Boltzmann statistic distribution and the definition of equilibrium constant. It will be shown that the activation energy is not a simple constant, it depends on the temperature at which the reaction begins.
Energy sizing of nZEB buildings (I)
Authors:   Technical Sciences Academy of Romania, CONSTANTINESCU DAN
Published: December 2023

"The nZEB-type building has the ability to minimize the impact of climatic parameters intensity on the microclimate of the inhabited spaces and implicitly to reduce the heat and cold needs of the buildings. This concept implies the update of the energy dimensioning methodology of the existing buildings (which are being renovated) and of the new ones located in urban area. The extension of the numerical modeling method through dynamic simulation with an hourly time step is possible at the level of an urban area by adopting the own calculation support of the Representative Building. The work presents examples of numerical solutions aimed at both the Energy Dimensioning of buildings in the nZEB (the necessary condition) and their Climatic Resilience in conditions of excessive impact of climatic parameters (the sufficient condition). "
Functional principles of the envelope characterized by the variable thermal resistance of the wall as a result of parietodynamic exhaust effect (PDE)
Authors:   Technical Sciences Academy of Romania, CONSTANTINESCU DAN , PETRAN HORIA ,   INCD URBAN INCERC Bucuresti, PETCU CRISTIAN ,   INCD URBAN INCERC Bucuresti
Published: December 2023

The paper presents the opaque envelope system in the endowment of inhabited buildings characterized by the use of the heat of the air discharged from the inhabited spaces, circulated through the space adjacent to the living environment / outdoor environment in order to reduce the need for heat / sensitive cold of the inhabited spaces (PDE). It is presented mathematical modeling of the processes of heat transfer and flow of indoor / outdoor air circulated through parallel vertical channels. The dimensions of vertical channel opening and air flows are based on the solutions of the property transfer equations associated with Model 1 (forced laminar flow) and Model 2 (globally representative model of both laminar flow and turbulent flow). Model 2 includes both laminar flow (space heating in cold season and cooling spaces in summer season hours with sun) and turbulent flow (cooling living spaces in summer season, hours of night – free cooling). A case study and the interpretation of the results obtained regarding the energy performance of the living space in relation to similar results associated with the conventional envelope is presented.
The efficiency of the horizontal directional drilling method in the rehabilitation and modernization projects of the underground infrastructure
Authors:   University PETROLEUM - GAS of Ploiesti, Faculty of Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Bld. Bucharest, nr. 39, 100680, Ploiesti, Romania, TUDORACHE VALENTIN-PAUL , ANTONESCU NICULAE-NAPOLEON ,   University PETROLEUM - GAS of Ploiesti, Faculty of Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Bld. Bucharest, nr. 39, 100680, Ploiesti, Romania
Published: December 2023

"The evolution of human society was and is dependent on natural resources (oil, natural gas, coal, ores, industrial water, drinking water, etc.) and, obviously, on their transportation through pipelines. The existence of resources in the earth's crust, at depths not always accessible, required the finding of methods for their exploration and exploitation. Consequently, in the last 30 years, drilling methods, techniques and technologies have been developed. Today, the Horizontal Directional Drilling method covers the entire geological spectrum, and in terms of rehabilitation and modernization projects of the underground infrastructure, it ensures high quality. Therefore, Horizontal Directional Drilling is the smart, clean and efficient solution for installing the network sections to be installed. The authors, under the auspices of the Romanian Academy of Technical Sciences (ASTR) and the General Association of Romanian Engineers (AGIR), in this paper, highlight the use and advantages of Horizontal Directional Drilling. The main objective is to install such services in Romania without using traditional trenching methods, helping to avoid any unnecessary impact on the environment and, evidently, offering extra security. "
Self-fluxing amorphous Nickel-based alloys obtained by different techniques. Performance and technological difficulties
Authors:   Politehnica University of Timișoara, Piața Victoriei 2, Timișoara 300006, Romania, BUZDUGAN DRAGOȘ , CODREAN COSMIN ,   Politehnica University of Timișoara, Piața Victoriei 2, Timișoara 300006, Romania, AMBRUȘ SEBASTIAN ,   Politehnica University of Timișoara, Piața Victoriei 2, Timișoara 300006, Romania, ȘERBAN VIOREL-AUREL ,   Politehnica University of Timișoara, Piața Victoriei 2, Timișoara 300006, Romania Technical Sciences Academy of Romania, B-dul Dacia 26, Bucuresti 030167, Romania
Published: December 2023

Amorphous metal alloys can already be considered advanced structural materials. This structure induces specific properties such as: high mechanical resistance and hardness, high bending ductility, high elastic modulus, superior resistance to corrosion and wear or, depending on the chemical composition, exceptional magnetic properties. The family of self-fluxing alloys based on nickel has multiple applications: NiCrBSi powders are used with remarkable results in obtaining protective layers against corrosion and wear, strips and wires are successfully used as brazing alloys, etc. In this paper it is presented the research carried out for obtaining and characterizing the amorphous NiCrSiB ribbons, through the melt spinning technique and the massive products (bulks) from the same family through mold casting and additive manufacturing using the Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technique
Research on the study of frontal collision between a vehicle and a fixed rigid barrier
Authors:   Department of Automotive Engineering and Transports, Faculty of Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics and Mechanics, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania, DUMA IRINA , TRUȘCĂ DRAGOȘ-DANIEL ,   Department of Automotive Engineering and Transports, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Transylvania University of Brașov, Romania, BURNETE NICOLAE ,   Department of Automotive Engineering and Transports, Faculty of Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics and Mechanics, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania, TODORUȚ ADRIAN ,   Department of Automotive Engineering and Transports, Faculty of Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics and Mechanics, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Published: December 2023

The paper presents a part of the research conducted in order to establish a methodology for studying the frontal collision for a particular case. Thus, an experimental test methodology was developed considering a frontal collision between a vehicle and a fixed, rigid barrier. Two anthropometric testing devices (ATDs) were placed in the vehicle (one in the driver seat and the other one in the back seat), in order to evaluate the kinematic and dynamic parameters that characterize the occupants’ behaviour in such collision. Based on the vehicle's final position after the collision, a computational simulation was performed using the PC-Crash software program. The obtained results were then compared with the data provided by the video recording of the experimental testing, in order to validate the computational simulation as a method for reconstructing road vehicle accidents
On the simulation of three phase induction machine
Authors:   Ibb University, Yemen, AL-RAWI MUHANNED , AL-RAWI MUAAYED ,   University of AL-Mustansiryia, Iraq
Published: December 2023

"Three phase induction motor is the most popular type AC motor. it is very commonly used for industrial drives. It is cheap, robust, efficient and reliable. It has good speed regulation and high starting torque. It requires little maintenance. It has a reasonable over load capacity. This paper deals with the simulation of three phase induction machine using MATLAB Simulink. The results are obtained for generating mode and motoring mode. "
Performance improvement in computing the L-infinity norm of descriptor systems
Authors:   Technical Sciences Academy of Romania, Bucharest, Romania, SIMA VASILE
Published: December 2023

"Efficient and realible algorithms for finding the L-infinity norm for both continuous- and discrete-time descriptor systems have been recently developed. These algorithms exploit the underlying Hamiltonian or symplectic structure of the computational problem. The solver incorporating these advances has been extensively tested on large sets of control applications. Numerical results and comparisons illustrated the good performance and effectiveness of this solver. However, further investigations have shown that the performance can still be improved. The refinements performed include a better selection of the test frequencies used to find a lower bound for the L-infinity norm and of the tolerances for detecting the poles lying on the boundary of the stability domain, a better use of the computer memory hierarchy, an optimal workspace for computations, etc. Such refinements allowed not only to reduce the computing time, but also to improve the accuracy and reliability of the results. "
Entrepreneurial Orientation, Market Orientation, and Financial Inclusion Influencing Financial Performance of Small and Medium Sized Enterprises
Authors: Jumawan Leonita , B Barimbao
Published: December 2023

This research aims to analyze  and explain (1)  the influence of  entrepreneurial orientation on  financial  performance (2) the  influence  of market orientation on  financial performance (3) the influence of financial inclusion on financial performance. (The population in this study is 238 all registered businesses in Dili with Determining the sample using the Slovin formula to get 100. Data was analyzed using the Smart-PLS analysis technique. Research findings based on the regression results shows that entrepreneurial orientation, and financial inclusion have a positive result and it is concluded that the first and third hypothesis is accepted, while the second test declared not significant. ‘The results of this study are not in accordance with hypothesized, which means Hypothesis  2  is failed, and it can be  concluded that second hypothesis not accepted.
The Influence of Transformational Leadership Style, Work Motivation, and Work Discipline on Employee Performance
Authors: Lopes Silvino
Published: December 2023

This study aims to determine the influence of Transformational Leadership Style, Work Motivation, and Work Discipline on Employee Performance in a study on the National Institute of Statistics Timor-Leste. This type of research used is quantitative research with the method of distributing questionnaires. The sample in this study were 80 respondents and data processing used the SPSS processing program. This research has met the requirements of validity and reliability. Data analysis used in this study is the classical assumption test, multiple linear regression, hypothesis testing and adjusted R square test. The variables used in this study are Transformational Leadership Style, Work Motivation, and Work Discipline. The results of this study concluded that the variables of Transformational Leadership Style, Work Motivation, and Work Discipline have both a simultaneous and partial effect on employee performance.
Gow’s Typology of Scotland’s Islands: Technical notes
Authors:   University of Aberdeen, Gow Kirsten , Currie Margaret , Duffy Paula , Wilson Ruth , Philip Lorna J
Published: December 2023

While classifications of Scotland’s islands already exist, these are often based on geographical location or local authority boundaries, which fails to acknowledge key differences between islands in close geographical proximity and overlooks commonalities between geographically dispersed islands. Measures of population size and travel time to larger population centres are routinely used in domestic and international examples of such classifications. However, these do not capture island-specific factors affecting those who live and work in islands, which are key considerations for research and policy making. Gow’s Typology of Scotland’s Islands was developed as part of a doctoral research project exploring island connections and return migration in order to address these issues and tackle some of the difficulties associated with ensuring the anonymity of research participants and the communities they live in when working with islands with small populations. The typology is framed by two concepts, capacity and reliance, and classifies inhabited islands that met the inclusion criteria set for the research project. Specifically, the typology examines: (i) the capacity an island has to meet the day-to-day needs of its inhabitants, and (ii) the island’s reliance, by which we mean the extent to which it must rely on external actors to meet these needs, and the ease or difficulty island residents might experience in doing so. The concepts, factors and associated dimensions are described in section 5 and have been used to create the classes, or ‘types’ outlined in section 6. Gow’s Typology of Scottish Islands necessarily indicates aspects of capacity and reliance in Scotland’s islands at a specific point in time. However, it has been developed in a way that allows it to be updated and also has the potential to be extended for wider use, both by adding additional factors to complement the conceptual framework, and/or by adding dimensions to existing factors. Further, it is possible that a similar approach could be adopted for other global island groupings.
Avaliação de letramento de risco em estudantes de medicina
Authors: Moreira Lucas Magalhães , Furukawa Fabio Yuji , Santos Itamar , Gusso Gustavo Diniz Ferreira
Published: December 2023

Introdução: Para o processo de decisão compartilhada é essencial que profissionais da saúde interpretem dados estatísticos das melhores evidências disponíveis para que essas informações possam ser comunicadas para seus pacientes. Nesse contexto, o letramento de risco é a capacidade de avaliar riscos e benefícios de determinada ação. Apesar da importância dessa habilidade, estudos têm mostrado que muitos profissionais e estudantes possuem dificuldade na compreensão de conceitos estatísticos e de probabilidade e, dessa forma, baixo letramento de risco. Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar o letramento de risco em estudantes de medicina e como isso impacta a capacidade de resolver um problema de cálculo de valor preditivo positivo de um exame de rastreamento. Métodos: Foram convidados estudantes do 4º, 5º e 6º anos da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo para responder a um questionário composto pelo Berlin Numeracy Test (BNT), instrumento validado para a mensuração de numeracia, e um problema clínico sobre cálculo de valor preditivo positivo (VPP) em rastreamento de câncer de mama com mamografia. Avaliar qual o grau de letramento de risco em estudantes de medicina e verificar se existe associação entre o número de acertos no BNT e a capacidade de resolução do cenário clínico sobre VPP. Resultados: Obtivemos 97 respostas, em que 19 (19,52%) participantes acertaram 3 das 4 questões do BNT, e 61 (62,89%) acertaram todas as questões. Já na pergunta sobre VPP do rastreamento de câncer de mama houve 43 respostas corretas (44,33%). A média de pontuação no BNT da amostra de participantes foi de 3,41. Entre os estudantes que acertaram o cálculo do VPP, a média foi 3,67 e, entre os que erraram, foi de 3,21. Conclusões: Apesar da numeracia alta medida pelo BNT, os estudantes apresentam baixa taxa de acerto no caso clínico. Este estudo reforça os achados prévios de que o letramento de risco é uma habilidade difícil de ser aprendida, mesmo em pessoas com alta numeracia. Entretanto, o baixo número de respostas dificulta a interpretação mais precisa dos resultados.