bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of ropivacaine concentrations in combined spinalepidural anesthesia on efficacy and sedation levels in lower abdominal obesity patients
Authors: Zhu Yangling , Zheng Xiaoshu
Published: September 2024

Purpose: To investigate the effect of varying ropivacaine concentrations in combined spinal-epidural anesthesia (CSEA) on anesthetic  efficacy and sedation in patients with lower abdominal obesity.
Methods: 110 patients with lower abdominal obesity who received CSEA  in Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Lin 'an District, Hangzhou, China from January 2020 to December 2022 were retrospectively  enrolled. Patients were divided into a low-concentration group (LC group, n = 49) which received 0.3 % ropivacaine, and a high- concentration group (HC group, n = 61) which received 0.5 % ropivacaine. Changes in visual analogue scale (VAS) scores and Ramsay  sedation scale (RSS) scores in both groups were analyzed at 1, 2, 4 and 6 h after surgery.
Results: The LC group showed significantly  higher static and dynamic VAS scores than HC group at 1, 2, 4 and 6 h after surgery. Furthermore, HC group demonstrated significantly  shorter (p < 0.05) onset times for sensory and motor blocks, longer sensory and motor recovery times, and lower mean arterial pressure  (MAP) level 10 min after administration compared to the LC group. However, MAP levels 30 min after administration were similar to  baseline levels in both groups (p > 0.05).
Conclusion: High-concentration ropivacaine in CSEA offers superior post-operative analgesia,  and improves patient satisfaction without increasing adverse reactions in patients with lower abdominal obesity. Further studies using  larger sample size and longer duration of investigation are required to strengthen the validity of these results.
Efficacy of triple therapy inhalers in acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Authors: Wang Weibiao , Teng Hong
Published: September 2024

Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of triple inhaled therapy, a combination of inhaled glucocorticoids, long-acting muscarinic antagonists,  and long-acting β2 agonists in managing acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Methods: Medical data of 100 patients with acute exacerbation of COPD admitted to Shaoxing Second Hospital, Shaoxing, China between  January 2020 to December 2022 was collected and retrospectively analyzed. The patients were randomized into control (n = 50)  and study groups (n = 50). Control group received budesonide/formoterol inhalers while the study group received triple inhaled therapy (budesonide/glycopyrronium/formoterol inhalers). Arterial blood gas, pulmonary function, immune function, adverse effects, and  efficacy were evaluated.
Results: The study group exhibited significantly higher pH, partial pressure of arterial oxygen (PaO2), and lower  partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2) compared to control group (p < 0.001). Furthermore, the study group showed significantly  higher levels of pulmonary function and immune function indices compared to control group (p < 0.001). There was no significant  difference in incidence of adverse reactions between the two groups (p > 0.05). The study group was associated with higher clinical  efficacy compared to the control group (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: Triple inhaled therapy significantly alleviates the clinical symptoms of  patients with COPD and enhances pulmonary and immune functions. Future studies should cover a larger and more diverse group of  participants for broader validity.
Determination of optimal dosage of extract of Angelica gigas Nakai against benign prostatic hyperplasia
Authors: Kang Jae Seon , Lee Jin Young
Published: September 2024

Purpose: To investigate the effect of Angelica gigas Nakai ethanol extract (AGNEX) on benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) models induced  by castration and testosterone propionate (TP) injection.
Methods: 30 rats were randomly divided into six groups of five rats each. One group was used as a normal control (CON) and the other  groups were castrated and injected intraperitoneally with TP to induce BPH. Positive control group (PCON) was administered finasteride  (5 mg/kg) for 4 weeks and BPH-induced group without treatment was used as negative control (NCON). Groups administered AGNEX  (1.25 mg/kg (AG1.25), 5 mg/kg (AG5), or 10 mg/kg (AG10)) instead of finasteride were assigned as study groups. The complete blood cell  and lipid profiles, liver and kidney function assays, serum 5α-reductase activity and DHT levels as well as the histological examination of  prostate tissues were determined.
Results: The prostate volume of AG10 group decreased by approximately 35 % compared to BPH induced group (NCON). The prostate weight ratio decreased by 10 % in BPH + finasteride group compared to NCON group, and by 24 and  22 % in the AG5 and AG10 groups, respectively. AG10 group exhibited the lowest levels of 5α-reductase and dihydrotestosterone.  Histopathological observations of prostate tissue showed normal cell shapes and reduced intraluminal polyp formation in the control and AGNEX-administered groups.
Conclusion: The administration of 10 mg/kg of AGNEX is optimal dose for protective effect against BPH.  Therefore, AGNEX has potentials for further investigations as source of lead agents for BPH management.
In vivo acute toxicity, analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities of phenolic extract of Matricaria pubescens
Authors: Metrouh-Amir Hassiba , Amir Nadir
Published: September 2024

Purpose: To evaluate the in vivo acute toxicity, analgesic and anti-inflammatory proprieties of the phenolic extract of Matricaria  pubescens (Desf.) Schultz (Asteraceae).
Methods: Acute toxicity assessment was carried out on 18 mice that were divided equally into three groups and treated orally with saline,  2500 and 5000 mg/kg of M. pubescens extract, respectively. The evaluation of peripheral analgesic activity was done by applying  acetic acid-induced contortion test on 40 mice. The mice were divided into 5 equal groups of 8 mice each. Negative and positive control groups were treated orally with saline (1 %) and acetylsalicylic acid (200 mg/kg), respectively. Other groups were treated with 50, 100 and  200 mg/kg of M. pubescens extract. Study groups were administered saline, diclofenac potassium (10 mg/kg) and M. pubescens extract  orally at 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg. Central analgesic activity was carried out using the tail immersion test. The distribution and treatment of  the mice was similar to the analgesic model. Anti-inflammatory effect was evaluated by carrageenan-induced mice paw edema.  
Results: Acute toxicity results showed that the LD50 of M. pubescens phenolic extract is above 5000 mg/kg, which means that this extract  is safe. Peripheral and central analgesic data revealed that different doses of extract significantly inhibited abdominal  contractions and reduced pain caused by heat compared to control (p ˂ 0.05). Anti-inflammatory activity data indicate significant  inhibition of inflammatory edema at various doses compared to diclofenac potassium (p ˂ 0.05).
Conclusion: The phenolic extract of M.  pubescens exerts significant peripheral, central analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities in mice. However, further investigations are  required to ascertain the potentials of the extract for its clinical development.
Perception and public health impact of landscaping of the Center for Wetland, University of Uyo, Uyo, Nigeria
Authors: Okoro M. F. , Usip L. P. E. , Yaro C. , Nworie C. J. , Archibong I. J. , Adams E. D. , Ekpo I. M.
Published: September 2024

Environmental pollution creates conducive environment for breeding of parasites and causes serious problem to human health. A study on the perceptions and health implications of landscape architecture in Uyo was investigated. The objectives of the study were: to assessed and improved on the Center for Wetland landscape in the University of Uyo and to investigate the prevalence of intestinal parasites before and after landscaping, and assess the relationship between participants' preferences and perception of landscaping and health implications. A hundred 100 participants who were staff and students of the University of Uyo were selected by stratified random sampling and were served with structured questionnaires. Soil samples were analysed for soil parasites using Baermann method, formal-ether sedimentation and zinc-sulphate floatation methods before and six months after landscaping. The results revealed that landscaping reduces the prevalence of soil borne parasite in the Center for Wetland soil from 61.7% before landscaping to 16.7% after landscaping and improve the sanitation, drainage and hygiene of the Center and create a conducive environment for learning. The prevalence and mean intensity of parasite species isolated from Wetland soil before landscaping were Ascaris lumbricoides with a prevalence of 6.7% and mean intensity of 4.0, Ancyclostoma duodenale with a prevalence of 25% and mean intensity of 2.93, Strongyloides stercoralis with prevalence of 13.3% and mean intensity of 3.63 and Trichomonas hominis 6.7% and 2.5. The environmental and public health characteristics of the Center before landscaping shows a high level of pollution, offensive odour, flooding, poor sanitation and unconducive environment for learning. After landscaping, there was a tremendous improvement in the environmental and public health characteristics which creates a good psychological impact, conducive environment for learning and reduces stress, tension and fatigue. The study demonstrated the importance of landscaping of the environment, its benefits and health implications. Sustainable landscape planning should promote the training of environmental management and landscaping at higher institutions of learning.
On the relationship between young's modulus, shear modulus and Poisson's ratio
Authors: Udoh P. J. , Nsien E. F. , Abasiekwere U. A
Published: September 2024

Young's modulus measures stretching or compression resistance, shear modulus characterizes shearing resistance, and Poisson's ratio describes lateral deformation when subjected to axial loads. This work establishes a mathematical framework to elucidate the connections between these properties, providing insights into their interdependence and practical significance. It includes equations, graphs, and examples to visually depict the relationships and emphasizes the importance of these properties in material science and engineering. The study enhances understanding and inform material selection, structural design, and failure analysis.
Transfer factors of 40k, 232th and 238u from soil to cassava system from farmlands in selected parts of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
Authors: Nyong A. B. , Umoren E. B. , Akpan D. N. , Ekott E.E. , Ebong G. A. , Essien I. E.
Published: September 2024

Naturally occurring radionuclide materials are known to exist in soils and can be transferred into plants and edible tubers like cassava which eventually gets into the food chain. This work was aimed at estimation of transfer factors of 40K, 232Th and 238U in the soil to cassava-selected farmlands in Abak, Ikot Ekpene, Ukanafun and Etim Ekpo Local Government areas (LGA). The activity concentrations of twenty (20) soil samples and 15 Cassava samples from the farmlands were determined using gamma spectrometry. Measured mean activity concentrations of 40K, 232Th and 238U in Abak soil samples were 475.74 ± 8.38 Bq/Kg), 57.21 ±0.98 Bq/Kg and 18.29 ± 0.35 (Bq/Kg). Ikot Ekpene soils were 539. 94 ± 8.35 (Bq/Kg), 62.28 ± 1.02 (Bq/Kg) and 17.84 ± 0.30 (Bq/Kg) respectively. Measured mean activity concentration for 40K, 232Th, and 238U in Ukanafun soils were 485.46 ± 8. 62 Bq/Kg), 47.15 ±0.89 Bq/Kg, and 16.78 ± 0.28 (Bq/Kg). Etim Ekpo soils had mean activity concentrations of 431. 95 ± 8.20 (Bq/Kg), 51.00 ± 0.94 (Bqkg-1) and 16.67 ± 0.29 (Bq/Kg) respectively. Measured mean activity concentration for 40K, 232Th, and 238U in Abak cassava were 593.94 ± 9.36 Bq/Kg), 19.29 ± 0.56 Bq/Kg and 17.09 ± 0.30 (Bq/Kg). Ikot Ekpene cassava shows mean activity concentrations of 40K, 232Th, and 238U measured were 637.72 ±9.72 (Bq/Kg), 17. 79 ± 0.54 (Bq/Kg) and 18.19 ± 0.31 (Bq/Kg) respectively. Measured mean activity concentration for 40K, 232Th and 238U in Ukanafun cassava samples were 614.55 ± 9.41 Bq/Kg), 22.27 ±0.62 Bq/Kg, and 15.19 ± 0.28 (Bq/Kg). Cassava in Etim Ekpo had mean activity concentrations of 40K, 232Th and 238U of 581. 21 ± 10.06 (Bq/Kg), 21.08 ± 0.24 (Bq/Kg) and 16.36 ± 0.58 (Bq/Kg) respectively. The estimated transfer factors for 40K were 1.28, 1.20, 1.39, and 1.35 respectively for Abak, Ikot Ekpene, Ukanafun, and Etim Ekpo. The mean transfer factor values for 232Th were 0.36, 0.30, 0.49 and 0.43 while the mean transfer factor for 238U was 0.93, 1.04, 0.91 and 1.08. The TF values for 40K obtained for this work were higher than the recommended safe value of unity, while TF values for 232Th and 238U obtained for this work were very low. The variation in TF may be as a result of the geological properties of the area and the difference in the mobility rate of different radionuclides. However negligible the contamination is, the potential health risk could be minimised when food is cooked before being consumed.
Ewolucyjny rozwój czasopisma. Część 11
Authors: Kokowski Michał
Published: September 2024

Naszkicowano jedenasty etap rozwijania czasopisma Studia Historiae Scientiarum (wcześniejsza nazwa Prace Komisji Historii Nauki PAU).
Podano m.in. informacje o ewaluacji czasopisma w „ICI Master Journal List 2022” (koniec 2023 r.), „CWTS Journal Indicators 2023” (5 czerwca 2024), w „SCImago Journal Rankings 2023” (oparty o dane z bazy Scopus z kwietnia 2024), w Scopus 2023 (aktualizacja 5 czerwca 2024), w „Rankingu PN IHN PAN 2023” (aktualizacja 5 października 2023) oraz w Web of Science, a także liczbie zagranicznych autorów i recenzentów bieżącego tomu czasopisma.
Oświeceniowa koncepcja nauki Andrzeja Trzcińskiego w Uwagach na Rozprawę o krytyce Stanisława Kostki Potockiego
Authors: Cygan Milena
Published: September 2024

Artykuł dotyczy koncepcji nauki Andrzeja Trzcińskiego (1749–1823), krakowskiego profesora fizyki epoki oświecenia. W 1811 roku opublikował on Uwagi na Rozprawę o krytyce Stanisława Potockiego. Zazwyczaj tekst ten był postrzegany przez badaczy jako niewiele znaczące, złośliwe uwagi pod adresem Stanisława Potockiego (1755–1821) i jego dysertacji.
Celem artykułu jest wydobycie i ukazanie, że za argumentacją zawartą w Uwagach... stała odmienna względem Potockiego wizja nauki, a także kultury i sztuki.
W pierwszej kolejności zostało przedstawione kim był krakowski uczony oraz dlaczego jego postać i działalność pozostaje ciągle mało znana. Następnie na podstawie analiz tekstu Uwag... i porównań z Rozprawą o krytyce pokazano, że Trzciński był zwolennikiem empiryzmu, przeciwnikiem klasycyzmu (którego propagatorem był Potocki) oraz uczonym, który inspirował się sentymentalizmem i poglądami J.J. Rousseau. Wierny oświeceniowym ideałom Trzciński postulował badania nad Naturą. Uważał, że pierwszeństwo przed innymi dyscyplinami naukowymi mają nauki przyrodnicze, gdyż są użyteczne (ułatwiają życie, polepszają jego jakość oraz służą wszystkim, to znaczy dobru ogólnemu). Nauki piękne, sztuka zarezerwowane są dla nielicznych i nie przynoszą większych pożytków społeczności, poza przyjemnością i rozrywką.
W artykule poruszono również kwestię polskiego języka naukowego.
Aptekarstwo w polskich kalendarzach farmaceutycznych przełomu XIX i XX wieku. Prolegomena do badań
Authors: Żuk Anna
Published: September 2024

Kalendarze na przełomie XIX i XX wieku były nieraz jedynym źródłem informacji o otaczającym ówczesnych ludzi świecie. Kalendarze farmaceutyczne w języku polskim wydawane były od roku 1878.
Obecnie piśmiennictwo dotyczące wydawnictw, jakimi były kalendarze, jest skromne. Kalendarze były publikacjami bardzo popularnymi, o szerokiej rozpiętości tematycznej i wysokim poziomie edytorskim, jednak nie doczekały się dotąd precyzyjnej definicji bibliologicznej.
Współcześnie niewiele miejsca poświęca się w pracach naukowych kalendarzom wydawanym w języku polskim dla farmaceutów, początkowo we Lwowie, a następnie w Warszawie, od roku 1878 do wybuchu I wojny światowej (ostatni kalendarz farmaceutyczny z tego okresu wydany był w roku 1914).
Celem pracy jest ukazanie aptekarstwa pod koniec XIX i na początku XX wieku na podstawie informacji zawartych w kalendarzach znajdujących się w zbiorach Muzeum Farmacji UJ CM w Krakowie, ponieważ kalendarze te stanowią cenne i bogate źródło wiedzy o tych czasach. Omawiane w niniejszej pracy kalendarze ukazywały się w latach 1878–1914 we Lwowie i w Warszawie. Zamieszczano w nich artykuły naukowe, manuały, wykazy aptek i aptekarzy prowadzących polskie apteki, reklamy, tablice i wykazy.
Analizowane kalendarze farmaceutyczne stanowiły ważne źródło wiedzy fachowej dla ówczesnych aptekarzy, ponieważ dostęp do podręczników farmaceutycznych był ograniczony. Kalendarze farmaceutyczne umożliwiały aptekarzom wykonywanie pracy zgodnie z przepisami prawa, reklamy ułatwiały zaopatrzenie aptek w niezbędne produkty, a spisy aptekarzy polskich i aptek działających pod różnymi zaborami nie tylko umożliwiały kontakt między aptekarzami, lecz także wzmacniały patriotyzm w aptekarzach oraz mobilizowały do wspólnej wytrwałej pracy na rzecz farmacji i odrodzenia Polski.
Academician V. H. Serheiev – Control System Designer, Founder of the Scientific and Design School, Honored Citizen of Kharkiv (on His 110th Birthday)
Authors: Tverytnykova Elena , Voitiuk Olena
Published: September 2024

March 5, 2024 marks the 110th birthday of Volodymyr Hryhorovych Serheiev, an outstanding scientist, chief designer of control systems for strategic combat missiles, launch vehicles, spacecraft and transport modules of orbital complexes, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of  Ukraine and an Honored Citizen of Kharkiv. Despite his significant scientific achievements in the field of rocket and space engineering, the silhouette of V. H. Serheiev is hardly reflected in the modern history of science.
Based on representative sources, the article highlights the main achievements of the scientist in the field of dynamics of automatic control systems and the design of rocket and space engineering control systems. The summary of the most prominent space projects is based on the memories of witnesses and direct participants.
The personal qualities of V. H. Serheiev as the head of the Special Design Office No. 692 are noted. The historical retrospective describes technical developments and inventions meant to improve the control systems of intercontinental ballistic missiles R-16, R-16У, R-36, R-36П, R-36 orbital, R-36М, R-36М UTTH, UR-100N, UR-100HU, and R-36М2. At the initiative of V. H. Serheiev, complex stands were developed, which worked non-stop in all modes of operation of the necessary equipment and solved complex scientific and technical problems of creating an on-board digital computer. V. H. Serheiev was the chief control system designer of space launch vehicles Kosmos, Kosmos-2, Cyclone-2, and Cyclone-3 and Tselina series spacecraft. The article features innovative solutions implemented under Serheiev’s leadership during the creation of the Energia launch vehicle, supply vehicles of the Almaz space rocket system and target orbital modules of the Saliut and Myr space stations, and international launch vehicles Dnipro, Rokit and Strila.
The article considers the issues of V. H. Serheiev’s direct participation in the organization of the training system for scientific personnel in the relevant specialties at Ukraine’s higher education institutions, as well as the development of international cooperation. It is substantiated that the scientist created one of the leading science and construction schools for the development of control systems for rocket and space technology, which is internationally recognized.
The authors emphasize that V. H. Serheiev devoted a lot of attention to people. At his initiative and with his support, a district named after the founder of aerodynamics, M. Y. Zhukovskyi, was created in Kharkiv for the employees of “Hartron” enterprise. The district was not far from the enterprise and had a well-developed infrastructure, such as kindergartens, schools, shops, a swimming pool and a complex of residential buildings.
Investigating factors influencing PM2.5 threshold exceedance in Nigeria using multivariate logistic regression analysis
Authors: Igbawua Tertsea , Tyovenda Aondongu Alexander , Sombo Terver , Echi Idugba Mathias , Ujoh Fanan
Published: September 2024

The understanding of the drivers of fine particulate matter of diameter less than or equal to 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5) in Nigeria will greatly assist policymakers and other stakeholders in developing appropriate air quality management strategies to protect the health of the public. This research analyzed the drivers of PM2.5 threshold exceedance (PTE) in Nigeria from 2000 to 2022, employing a multivariate logistic regression (MLR) model. The work assessed aerosol emission variables (AEVs) and meteorology variables (MEVs) to understand their impact on PM2.5 concentrations. Results showed a significant spatial heterogeneity in the trend of PM2.5 concentrations, with increasing values in all the study areas. The estimated coefficients of black carbon emission (BCEM) and sulfate emission (SUEM) showed a significant positive response, exacerbating the threshold exceedance in Abuja and Lagos, while dust emission (DUEM) had a significant positive response in Kano and Lagos. On the other hand, OCEM had a negative association in all the study locations. The MEV variables of sea level pressure (SLP), relative humidity (RH), planetary boundary layer height (PBLH), and wind speed (WS) had significant negative responses in Abuja, while RH and WS were significant in Kano, and RH, PBLH, and precipitation (P) were significant in Lagos, indicating that the PM2.5 concentrations decrease with increasing values of these factors; however, temperature (TMP) had a significant positive response in Lagos but was not significant in Abuja and Kano. The output of the study revealed complex relationships between aerosol emissions, climate, and other environmental variables driving the PTE in Nigeria.
EDUCATIONAL BUILDING RENOVATION USING GREEN ROOF TOWARDS ENERGY SAVINGS AND DECARBONIZATION OF CITIES
Authors:   Peil & partner ingenieure GmbH , Frankfurter Str. 2, 38122 Braunschweig, Germany, Glišić J. P. , Bajc Tamara ,   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Serbia
Published: September 2024

This paper presents an analysis of the possible application of green roof on an existing educational building with a flat roof, through an analysis of the degree of energy efficiency improvement and CO2 emission reduction. The goal of the paper is to show, through the preparation of the energy efficiency report and Energy passport, the green roof as an exceptional tool for ensuring sustainable development, decarbonization and improving the quality of life of people in urban areas. This is important because urban areas have limited space for green infrastructure and high level of pollution. The research also clearly defines the impact of green roof installations on energy savings with the share for heating of 15% and air quality contributing to the about 6% lower CO2 emission, with attached methodological explanations for their application. Economic analysis and profitability of the proposed project are also provided as an additional indication of the relevance of this type of practice. In the economic analysis, the key indicators of the profitability of the investment are studied, in this investigation, the net present value (NPV) and the payback period (PBP) of the green roof project. PBP of 22 years was obtained, but it should not be considered separately of the other benefits of green roofs, which are not measurable in money, such as lower pollution in cities, habitats for pollinators, additional green areas for people, prevention of floods, etc.
The Impact of Utilization Free Trade Agreements (FTA) and Fiscal Facilities KITE-IKM on the Export Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Authors: Achmad Riza Agustian , Ruth Elisabeth Christina
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this research was to determine and analyze the impact of the utilization of free trade agreements and KITE-IKM fiscal facilities on the export performance of small and medium enterprises. This study uses a random effects panel data method at the firm level to determine the impact of FTA and KITE-IKM facilities on the export performance of SMEs in Indonesia. The data used is panel data with a time span from 2019 to 2023. The unit of analysis is SME exporters in Indonesia. The dependent variable is the value of SME exports, and the independent variables are FTA and KITE-IKM fiscal policies, taking into account factors such as the real effective exchange rate (REER), company characteristics, and company management. The results of the analysis show that FTA and KITE-IKM policies have a positive and significant impact on SMEs' export performance. The control variables (Real Effective Exchange Rate, Firm Scale, Furniture Sector, and COVID) also show a positive and significant relationship with SMEs' export performance. This research has implications for the importance of governments and policymakers to continue to support and optimize free trade agreements (FTAs) and fiscal policies such as KITE-IKM in order to encourage SME export growth in Indonesia.
Potential Bioenergy Crops: Sweet Sorghum and Globe Artichoke
Authors: Guden Birgul , Ozsan Kılıc Tugce
Published: September 2024

The growing international demand for petroleum-based fuel and the related environmental issues, such as greenhouse gas emissions, global warming, and changes in the climate, have redirected global focus toward the development of sustainable, eco-friendly, and renewable fuels derived from energy crops. The production of biofuel utilizing fast-growing and very effective bioenergy crops is becoming a dependable substitute for fossil fuels. Bioenergy crops refer to specific plants that are cultivated and managed at reduced expenses for the purpose of producing biofuels. Among these, globe artichoke and sweet sorghum are significant bioenergy crops that can expedite the shift towards a low-carbon economy. Both plants are important crops that serve multiple purposes as food, animal feed, and bioenergy sources. Moreover, they are highly adaptable to harsh conditions. The potential for ethanol production from sweet sorghum is a minimum of 6000 L per hectare. Globe artichoke, on the other hand, has high biomass and energy production even with limited external management sources. These traits make them highly desirable as bioenergy plants. This review demonstrates the potential of global artichoke and sweet sorghum as bioenergy sources. A comprehensive understanding of the bioenergy potential of globe artichoke and sweet sorghum will better allow us to exploit these crops.
FREQUENCY AND PATHOGENICITY OF Fusarium SPECIES IN WHEAT SPIKE: PRELIMINARY RESULTS
Authors: Gómez-Espinoza María Guadalupe , Arratia-Castro Alda Alejandra , Guzmán-Altamirano Miguel Ángel , Rodríguez-Guerra Raúl
Published: September 2024

Wheat (Triticum aestivum) is a commercially important cereal in Mexico; however, there have been reports of head blight in Guanajuato, Mexico, which have been attributed to Fusarium species. This study hypothesized that wheat head blight is caused by several species of Fusarium. Therefore, the objective was to evaluate the frequency and pathogenicity of Fusarium species in wheat spike in the state of Guanajuato. For this purpose, plots sown with wheat in the 20 wheat-producing municipalities were sampled. The strains were isolated until pure cultures were obtained, and they were morphologically and molecularly characterized; the sequences obtained were registered in GenBank. The pathogenicity and severity of the disease were assessed on flowering wheat plants of the Cortázar S94 variety at the flowering stage. The results were evaluated 10 days after inoculation and the data were analyzed using ANOVA statistical analysis. Ten Fusarium species were found, with F. oxysporum (35.57 %), F. verticillioides (12.5 %), and F. proliferatum (11.53 %) being the most common. All Fusarium strains were pathogenic, with F. oxysporum being the most severe, followed by F. proliferatum. In conclusion, it was possible to identify the causal species of wheat head blight in the state of Guanajuato.
Developing a Tic TAC Toe Exercise Model to Enhance Agility, Speed, and Accuracy in Basic Basketball Skills among Male Students at SMP Kasih Kemuliaan
Authors:   Fakultas Ilmu Keolahragaan dan Kesehatan, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Kota Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Sitanggang Dear La Fiesta
Published: September 2024

SMP Kasih Kemuliaan offers a co-curricular basketball club that attracts active student participation. However, the limited variety in exercise models has led to student boredom and a subsequent decline in basketball performance. This study aims to develop a novel exercise model, named Tic Tac Toe, designed to enhance agility, speed, and accuracy in basketball skills among male students. The research adopts the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) model for development. The proposed exercise model was validated by three experts. A small-scale trial involving six students was conducted, followed by a larger trial with eighteen students. The study employed validity and reliability tests, utilizing instruments to measure agility, speed, and accuracy. A hypothesis was tested using a paired t-test model to evaluate the efficacy of the exercise model. The analysis indicates that the Tic Tac Toe exercise model effectively enhances agility, speed, and accuracy in basic basketball movements. Expert evaluations demonstrated that the model is practical, with over 70% of experts rating it as usable. The Tic Tac Toe exercise model is a viable tool for improving students’ agility, speed, and accuracy in basic basketball skills.
Social Media Usage on Learners Academic Achievement in Claveria, Misamis Oriental
Authors:   PHINMA-Cagayan de Oro College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, Ayuban Meriel C. , Ferenal Estrella S. ,   PHINMA-Cagayan de Oro College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines
Published: September 2024

this age of technology, social media has become part of our daily life and it is highly used among student population. Nevertheless, together with its benefits there have actually been problems with its impact to students’ academic achievement. This study was conducted to determine the level of social media usage on learners’ academic achievement. Specifically, it endeavored to describe the respondents’ characteristics; find the respondents level of social media usage; assess the respondents’ academic achievement; and determine the significant relationship between the respondents’ social media usage and their academic achievement and each of their characteristics. The respondents were the one hundred fifty-four (154) Grade 10 learners in Claveria, Misamis Oriental, during the School Year 2023-2024. Descriptive survey method of research was employed using a patterned and modified questionnaire. Slovin’s formula was used with stratified sampling procedure and descriptive statistics such as frequency, mean, standard deviation and Pearson Product Moment Correlation to analyze and interpret the data gathered. The study showed that most of the respondents rely heavily on social media platforms such as Facebook, where most of them used it for more than 3 hours per day, with a weekly allowance of Php50.00 were considered as majority users. The level of respondents’ social media usage was high and the level of their academic achievement in Filipino, English, Science and Araling Panlipunan was very satisfactory, while satisfactory in Mathematics. However, the relationship between respondents’ social media usage and the academic achievement and each of their characteristics was not significant, as well as their relationship between the respondents’ academic achievement and characteristics. This study concludes that despite exploring multiple aspects of social media usage, including its purposes as well as respondents' characteristics, the study failed to detect any statistically significant relationships. This study contributes to understanding of the complex relationship between social media use and academic achievement, and highlights the need for further research to identify underlying factors that affect student academic achievement. It is recommended that learners should integrate technology in a way that supports learning.
Physical exercise and depression in adults and older adults
Authors:   , Pérez Bedoya Édison Andrés
Published: September 2024

This thesis explores the effect of different physical exercise modalities on alleviating depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) and sedentary older women. The first study is a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) assessing the benefits and risks of physical exercise in managing symptoms of MDD in adults not receiving second-generation antidepressants or cognitive behavioral therapy. The review analyzed nine RCTs involving 678 adults, revealing a small, non-statistically significant clinical effect favoring exercise (SMD = 0.27, 95% CI [-0.58, 0.04], P = 0.09). Subgroup analyses indicated potential influences of intervention duration, frequency, intensity, supervision, age, overweight/obesity status, and depression diagnosis on treatment outcomes. Sensitivity analysis showed moderate effect sizes with high heterogeneity (I² = 85%), and overall evidence quality was low to very low. The second study is an RCT conducted at the Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil, comparing the effects of Flywheel resistance training versus traditional methods on depressive symptoms in 29 sedentary women over 60 years old. Participants underwent eight weeks of training, performing six exercises twice a week. Results indicated no significant difference between Flywheel and traditional training in reducing depressive symptoms (p=0.193), with a small effect size (ηp² = 0.03) and low statistical power (1-β = 0.25). Both interventions showed mild adverse events and no severe ones. In conclusion, both studies suggest that physical exercise, including resistance training, can benefit depressive symptoms, but further research with well-designed RCTs and larger sample sizes is needed to confirm these findings. The evidence underscores the importance of cautious interpretation due to methodological limitations and variability in results. Keywords: systematic review; meta-analysis; major depressive disorder; physical exercise; depression; elderly; exercise; resistance training; harms.
Memoria 2024
Authors: Red Internacional de Investigación Galileo Ecuador  , Ediciones ACVENISPROH
Published: September 2024

Indudablemente, el Congreso Internacional Multidisciplinario HUMANIDAD Ecuador, que llega a su cuarta edición en el año 2024, se consolida como un foro académico de primera línea, dedicado a fomentar un ambiente idóneo para la disertación, el intercambio y difusión del conocimiento científico. 
Este evento, fiel a los principios de la ciencia abierta, busca integrar diversas perspectivas y áreas del saber, conforme a los estándares de la UNESCO.
El objetivo permanente de esta iniciativa subyace en el fortalecimiento de un entorno académico de excelencia que promueva una discusión rigurosa sobre temas científicamente relevantes. Esta convergencia de saberes ha logrado convocar a una comunidad internacional de docentes, estudiantes, profesionales, innovadores e investigadores procedentes de América Latina, el Caribe y África, quienes aportan a la construcción de una agenda académica global y diversificada.
El Comité Organizador se enorgullece de facilitar este encuentro en una modalidad virtual y completamente asincrónica, característica que ha permitido una participación flexible y un diálogo dinámico entre los participantes. La tecnología empleada ha sido fundamental para superar las barreras físicas y temporales, creando un ambiente didáctico que favorece la interacción en un contexto de creciente complejidad global.
La presente edición de la memoria del congreso sirve como testimonio del esfuerzo y dedicación de los participantes, que han superado desafíos significativos en el contexto de la investigación en América Latina y África, demostrando la resiliencia y el espíritu científico de nuestra comunidad.
Este encuentro evidencia la capacidad de adaptación y renovación constante de la academia, enfrentándose a desafíos y superándolos en su noble misión de contribuir al avance del conocimiento. Extendemos nuestra gratitud a todas las instituciones académicas colaboradoras y a nuestros patrocinadores, cuyo apoyo ha sido fundamental para la realización de este evento.
Así mismo, quiero destacar un reconocimiento especial a todos los participantes en calidad de asistentes, conferencistas y ponentes de América, África y Europa de países como Angola, Argentina, Brasil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, España, México, Perú, República Dominicana y Venezuela.
Su enriquecedora participación ha sido no sólo un honor, sino también una piedra angular para el éxito de nuestro congreso. ¡Felicitaciones a todos!, y que el espíritu de la humanidad nos fortalezca siempre.
¡Enhorabuena! ¡Que viva la humanidad!
Dr. Franklin Salas Aular Coordinador Editorial
Pengaruh Perputaran Piutang dan Perputaran Modal Kerja Terhadap Likuiditas Pada PT.Kresna Reksa Finance
Authors: Dewi Asma Sari , Hidayat R Taufik , Hotang Keri Boru
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini adalah penelitian  kuantitatif yang dilakukan pada PT.Kresna Reksa Finance Cabang Bekasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui perputaran piutang dan perputaran modal kerja berpengaruh terhadap likuiditas perusahaan, Metode penelitian  yang digunakan adalah metode purposive sampling dengan menggunakan SPSS. Total sampel yang di gunakan 36 sampel yang diambil dari laporan keuangan PT.Kresna Reksa Finance. Hasil berdasarkan SPSS menunjukkan bahwa perputaran piutang dan perputaran modal kerja memiliki pengaruh terhadap likuiditas perusahaan, perputaran piutang memiliki pengaruh terhadap likuiditas perusahaan dan perputaran modal kerja memiliki pengaruh terhadap likuiditas perusahaan.
Profesionalisme Ditinjau Dari Kecerdasan Emosional dan Dukungan Organisasi Kementerian Pekerjaan Umum Direktorat Jendral Sumber Daya Air Wilayah Sungai Sumatera Utara II
Authors: Alda Alda , Aditi Bunga , Syafii Indra
Published: September 2024

The phenomenon that occurs related to the professionalism of employees at the Directorate General of Water Resources for the North Sumatra II River Basin is employees who are less professional at work. This is evidenced by observations made by researchers by looking at the performance of employees at the Directorate General of Water Resources for the North Sumatra II River Basin. Therefore, this study aims to determine the effect of emotional intelligence and organizational support on professionalism in employees at the Ministry of Public Works, Directorate General of Water Resources, North Sumatra II River Basin. This research was conducted using quantitative methods. The results showed that based on the results of the coefficient of determination, it can be seen that emotional intelligence and organizational support simultaneously (together) contributed or contributed to professionalism of 57.4%. The remaining 42.6% is influenced by other factors outside of emotional intelligence and organizational support.
Analisis Peran Account Officer dalam Menekan Pinjaman Bermasalah di PT BPR NBP 9 Pangururan
Authors: Kenedy Olivia Agatha , Sitorus Jessy Safitri
Published: September 2024

Pinjaman bermasalah merupakan salah satu resiko yang akan dihadapi lembaga keuangan termasuk di PT BPR nbp 9 Pangururan. Resiko ini timbul karena ketidakmampuan  nasabah peminjam dalam membayar  sebagian atau seluruh perjanjian pinjaman yang telah disepakati bersama, banyak cara yang dapat dilakukan dalam mengatasi pinjaman bermasalah, dalam hal ini peran Account Officer sangat dibutuhkan, karena dari awal proses pengajuan pinjaman sampai dengan strategi menyelesaikan  jika terjadi pinjaman bermasalah diselesaikan oleh Account officer. Selain itu manajemen pinjaman  yang baik serta Account officer yang terjun kelapangan dalam memonitor usaha yang dijalankan nasabah juga dapat mengurangi paling tidak resiko terjadinya pinjaman bermasalah. Peran Account Officer dibutuhkan dalam menyelesaikan pinjaman bermasalah dalam lembaga keuangan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis peran accont officer dalam menekan pinjaman bermasalah pada PT BPR nbp 9 Pangururan. Jenis penelitian ini adalah kualitatif  yaitu suatu penelitian yang bersifat menjelaskan analisis peran account officer dalam menekan pinjaman bermasalah pada PT BPR nbp 9 Pangururan.
Kata Kunci :Account Officer, Manajemen Pinjaman, Pinjaman Bermasalah, Stategi Mengatasi Pinjaman Bermasalah.
Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja, Leader Member Exchange dan Motivasi Kerja Terhadap Produktivitas Kerja Di Rumah Sakit Mitra Medika Medan
Authors: Syaputra Afrizal , Handoko Bagus , Pentana Sopi
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian asosiatif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif. Populasi pada penelitian ini sebanyak 400 responden dan sampel sebanyak 80 responden. Teknik penentuan sampel menggunakan rumus slovin. Responden berasal dari Rumah Sakit Mitra Medika Medan. Data diperoleh dengan menggunakan angket. Data dianalisis menggunakan teknik analisis Regresi Linear Berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa disiplin kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap produktivitas kerja. Besarnya kontribusi disiplin kerja dalam mempengaruhi produktivitas kerja adalah sebesar 0,427. Artinya bahwa disiplin kerja sangat penting karena akan dapat meningkatkan produktivitas kerja sebesar 42,70%. Leader member exchange berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap produktivitas kerja. Besarnya kontribusi leader member exchange dalam mempengaruhi produktivitas kerja adalah sebesar 0,151. Artinya bahwa leader member exchange sangat penting karena akan dapat meningkatkan produktivitas kerja sebesar 15,10%. Motivasi kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap produktivitas kerja. Besarnya kontribusi motivasi kerja dalam mempengaruhi produktivitas kerja adalah sebesar 0,333. Artinya bahwa motivasi kerja sangat penting karena akan dapat meningkatkan produktivitas kerja sebesar 33,30%.
Pengaruh Bauran Pemasaran Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Mobil Toyota Pada Perusahaan PT. Astra Internasional Tbk Cabang Medan Gatot Subroto
Authors: Habsah Rojakinah
Published: September 2024

Keputusan pembelian merupakan akar dari pencapaian sebuah penjualan di mana pada keputusan pembelian berdampak terhadap perputaran dan keberlangsungan tiap-tiap organisasi. Keputusan pembelian merupakan salah satu bentuk perilaku konsumen didalam menggunakan suatu produk. Dalam menggunakan suatu produk untuk mengambil sebuah keputusan pembelian, konsumen akan melalui proses yang merupakan gambaran dari prilaku konsumen menganalisis berbagai macam pilihan untuk mengambil keputusan dalam melakukan pembelian. Target pembelian akan tercapai apabila atribut-atribut pendorong pembelian dipenuhi oleh perusahaan salah satu atribut tersebut yaitu harga, promosi dan kualitas produk. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kuantitatif dengan jumlah sampel 90 responden, analisis yang digunakan yaitu uji validitas, uji reliabilitas, uji asumsi klasik, uji analisis linier berganda dan koefisien determinasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa secara parsial produk, harga dan promosi berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian. Dan secara simultn variable produk, harga dan promosi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian.
PENGARUH SIKAP MANDIRI, MOTIVASI, PENGETAHUAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN TERHADAP MINAT BERWIRAUSAHA (Studi kasus pada UMKM muda yang baru memulai usaha Di Kelurahan Kota Matsum II, Medan di bidang kuliner)
Authors: Dwiyanthi Sheilla , Hafizah  , Aulia Arief Nasution
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah sikap mandiri, motivasi, pengetahuan kewirausahaan berpengaruh terhadap minat berwirausaha, untuk mengetahui apakah sikap mandiri berpengaruh terhadap minat berwirausaha, untuk mengetahui apakah motivasi berpengaruh terhadap minat berwirausaha, untuk mengetahui apakah pengetahuan kewirausahaan berpengaruh terhadap minat berwirausaha. Dalam penelitian ini, populasi terdiri dari 1683 warga yang tinggal Di Kelurahan Kota Matsum II Medan. Sampel yang diambil sebanyak 115 orang yang merupakan pelaku UMKM muda yang berada Di Kelurahan Kota Matsum II. Metode analisis yang digunakan meliputi regresi linier berganda, dan selain itu juga dilakukan pengujian seperti uji kualitas data dan uji asumsi klasik.
            Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa variabel sikap mandiri berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap minat berwirausaha. Motivasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap minat berwirausaha. Pengetahuan kewirausahaan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap minat berwirausaha pada UMKM muda yang baru memulai usaha Di Kelurahan Kota Matsum II, Medan di bidang kuliner.
School-based in-service training programmes: Perceptions of basic school teachers and administrators of East Mamprusi Municipality, North East Region of Ghana
Authors: Hamisu Meshanu Kasimu , Sandawey Salifu Zibreal
Published: September 2024

Effective teaching and learning at the basic school have often been linked to good teacher professional knowledge and skills, acquired not only through pre-service teacher education but also participation in in-service training programmes. This paper reports on a study which explored the perceptions of basic school teachers in the East Mamprusi Municipality about in-service training programmes. The concurrent triangulation research design was employed in the study, which included 17 public junior high schools in the study area. A sample size of 72 teachers was obtained using the simple random sampling method, while 17 head teachers were purposively sampled. Questionnaire and interview were used to collect data. Frequency counts and percentages were the descriptive statistical tools used for the data analysis. The study established that in-service training programmes are more effective if schools are empowered to organise such programmes for teachers. Also, the study found that participation in-service training programmes enhanced teachers’ knowledge of content in their respective subject areas. The findings further revealed that in-service training programmes enhanced teachers’ knowledge on pedagogy and increased their motivation at work. It was recommended that basic schools be empowered to organise in-srvice education and training (INSET) and take steps to institutionalise its implementation for the continuous professional development of teachers.
Desarrollo local y confianza social. Una revisión de la literatura
Authors: Ordoñez Abril Daniel Yiwady , Rodriguez Jhoanna , García Castañeda Yisel , Vinasco Murillo Edward Alexis , Montoya Martínez Lorena
Published: September 2024

Las comunidades rurales juegan un papel importante y visible, teniendo en cuenta la integración de varios factores que contribuyen al desarrollo. Este artículo revisó bibliográficamente la confianza social como factor determinante para el desarrollo del sector rural y su interacción con diferentes organizaciones, siguiendo la metodología de (Cronin, Ryan & Coughlan, 2008), utilizando artículos científicos publicados y enfocados a exponer cómo la confianza social influye en el comportamiento productivo y el desarrollo rural. Como resultado de este ejercicio, se identificaron tres grandes categorías asociadas a la confianza social: desarrollo agroindustrial, desarrollo rural y capital social. Por lo tanto, se concluye que el crecimiento y la industrialización del sector rural requieren un cambio de mentalidad por parte de los distintos actores en el que la confianza social se convierte en un factor determinante para el desarrollo del comportamiento productivo de las comunidades.