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Implementation of Islamic Religious Education Learning in Inclusive Classes in Elementary Schools
Authors: Cahyono Bayu Dwi , Astutik Anita Puji
Published: September 2022

Education plays an important role for Indonesia. A good education will have a good influence on the next generation. But vice versa, if education is bad then of course this nation's generation will not have quality. Theoretically, this research can add to the treasury of new knowledge, especially regarding the implementation of Islamic religious education in inclusive classes. This type of research is qualitative research, which is a study that seeks to reveal the symptoms holistically. This means that this research is carried out directly in the field (research place). The teaching and learning process of Islamic Religious Education in inclusive classes sometimes does not run smoothly. The main obstacle when studying Islamic Religious Education is the physical ability and understanding of students in the ABK category which is different from students in general. So that students with the ABK category must get special assistance that will be carried out by special assistant teachers.
Al-Quran Learning for Autistic Children in School
Authors: Soleha Siti Maratus , Fauji Imam
Published: September 2022

This study aims to find out how the strategy is and how the level of difficulty in learning the Koran for autistic children is at the Labschool Umsida school, Candi Sidoarjo and to find out what are the obstacles and supports in the learning process at the Labschool Umsida school, Candi Sidoarjo. What is the strategy and what is the level of difficulty in learning the Koran for autistic children at Labschool Umsida, Candi Sidoarjo and what are the obstacles and supports in the learning process. This study uses a qualitative research type. Using a Field Research approach or field research where information is obtained from research subjects through interviews, observations, and documentation as data collection instruments. The findings of this study indicate that in the process of learning the Koran for autistic children, they use audio murottal media and visual media using pictures, cards and blocks. The rest just listen and imitate because they still can't distinguish the shape of the hijaiyah letters. Moreover, the school still does not have its own clinic center that can identify student needs. Apart from that, all the apperceptions that the school has built for students and guardians of students are very helpful and supportive in the learning process so far as well as the facilities owned by the school which are so diverse and can meet the needs of autistic students in learning the Qur'an.
The Values ​​of Islamic Education and Their Relevance in the Book "Seeking Knowledge of the Path to Heaven" by Yazid Bin Abdul Qadir Jawas
Authors: Aziz Alfi Rahma , Nadlif Ainun
Published: September 2022

This article aims to add scientific references about the values ​​of Islamic education and their relevance in the book on the path to heaven by Yazid bin Abdul Qadir Jawas, so that later if anyone is looking for references on the values ​​of Islamic education and their relevance in books, studying the path to Paradise by Yazid bin Abdul Qadir Jawas can multiply so that it can make it easier for readers. The research approach used is library research, the data obtained from the literature with a theoretical and philosophical approach. The results of this study are the values ​​of Islamic education contained in the book by Yazid Bin Abdul Qadir Jawas. The value contained is the value of worship education, moral aqidah.
Artistic Feature of Alisher Navoi's "Farhod and Shirin"
Authors: Ahmadovich Hayitov Shavkat , Sohibovna Sayidova Shahruza
Published: September 2022

Hazrat Alisher Navoi's epic "Farhod and Shirin" discusses many topical issues and universal issues related to the long past, life and future of the XV century. The poet skillfully used the arts of classical poetics, such as tazod (antithesis), talmeeh, tashbeeh, tanosub (the art of proportion), mubolaga (hyperbole), and metaphor, to illuminate these issues and interpret goals and ideas. In Farhod and Shirin, the artistic means of expression served to give a vivid, effective expression of the ideas expressed in the epic, to convey the images clearly and vividly, to ensure the verbal elegance and eloquence of the masnavi verses. The article draws important scientific conclusions by examining the interrelationships between the arts and the imagery in Farhod and Shirin.
Types Of Assimilation Of Borrowed Words From French To English Language
Authors: Salimovna Safarova Khurshida
Published: September 2022

More than half of the etymological structure of modern English consists of borrowed words, the first of which are words borrowed from French. Although the fact of the influence of French on the vocabulary of English has been repeatedly noted, the nature of this influence has not been sufficiently studied.
Application of Pedagogical Technologies on the Topic: "Polymer Composite Materials and their Significance"
Authors: Ismoilova Khalovat
Published: September 2022

Composite materials are soluble and insoluble, and its effectiveness is enhanced by the addition of additives. Natural and artificial composite materials, with a natural group of cellulose fibers in the body and stem of the plant, containing lignin, and for bones in the human and animal organism, the binding of thin, mature phosphate salts to plastic collagen is characteristic. Powder composite material (PCM) is characterized by resistance to deformation, cutting, welding, corrosion and heat .In the manufacture of disks and shovels, the properties of nickel-chromium alloys and powders with the addition of hafnium oxide are additionally improved.
Determine Effectiveness of cotton Seed Cleaning and Sorting Machines
Authors: Isroilov Sardorbek Sandjarovich
Published: September 2022

This scientific article presents a comprehensive exploration of seed cleaning techniques, emphasizing the incorporation of aerodynamic sorting and multi-factional sorting as means to achieve optimal seed purity and prevent seed damage while enhancing fiber yield for textile industry applications. The study outlines the goals, methods, results, and implications of scientific research conducted to improve seed cleaning technology. By employing advanced cleaning methods, complete elimination of impurities from ginnated seeds is made possible, thereby ensuring a productive and high-quality seed yield suitable for spinning in the textile industry. The findings and recommendations of this research offer valuable insights for global scientists and industry professionals seeking to enhance seed cleaning processes, maximize productivity, and meet the demands of the textile industry.

Highlights:

Improved Seed Quality: Incorporating aerodynamic sorting and multi-factional sorting techniques enhances seed cleaning, resulting in impurity-free seeds suitable for high-quality fiber production in the textile industry.

Preventing Seed Damage: Advanced seed cleaning technology minimizes the risk of seed damage during the cleaning process, ensuring optimal seed integrity and viability for improved germination and yield.

Increased Fiber Productivity: Efficient seed cleaning methods increase fiber yield, providing a sustainable source of high-quality fibers for the textile industry, thereby meeting the growing demand for textile materials.

Keywords: seed cleaning, aerodynamic sorting, multi-factional sorting, impurity-free seeds, fiber yield.
The Importance of Sport Games in Creating a Healthy Environment in the Family
Authors: Karimovich Rashidov Khurshid , Raufovich Urinov Sherali
Published: September 2022

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of the pivotal role and significance of physical education in reducing family budget expenditures. The primary objectives were to identify important tasks within physical education and assess their impact on family finances. Using a sample of 100 families, a mixed-methods approach was employed to collect and analyze data. The results highlight the crucial need to prioritize physical education, with substantial findings demonstrating its positive influence on reducing family expenses. The implications of this research emphasize the potential for physical education to alleviate financial burdens and suggest a reevaluation of resource allocation in households worldwide. This study provides a compelling argument for policymakers, educators, and researchers to recognize and prioritize physical education as an effective strategy for managing family budgets.

Highlights:

Physical education's role in reducing family budget: This article analyzes the crucial role of physical education in reducing family budget expenditures and highlights its significance as a cost-saving measure.

Findings from 100 family cases: The study draws upon a sample of 100 families to substantiate the importance of physical education in managing family budgets, providing empirical evidence for its impact.

Implications for policy and practice: The research underscores the need to prioritize physical education, offering implications for policymakers, educators, and researchers to recognize its potential in alleviating financial burdens and informing resource allocation strategies.

Keywords: Physical education, family budget, cost reduction, importance, implications.
Specific Forms of Organizing Technology Classes
Authors: Murodjon Ganieva Munosibhon
Published: September 2022

This article explores the significance of labor education in cultivating a constructive attitude towards work, acting as the cornerstone of schooling and extracurricular activities, thereby strengthening the vital connection between school and life. The study aims to investigate the primary educational objectives, methods, results, and implications associated with psychologically and practically preparing students for the workforce. The research findings underscore the importance of labor education in fostering a positive work ethic, enhancing students' preparedness for future employment, and facilitating their successful integration into the labor market. The implications of this study have far-reaching implications for educational institutions worldwide, offering valuable insights into optimizing curricula and extracurricular activities to effectively equip students with the necessary skills and attitudes for successful careers.

Highlights:

Labor education as a core component: This article emphasizes labor education as a fundamental aspect of schooling and extracurricular activities, highlighting its central role in shaping students' attitudes towards work.

Psychological preparation for work: The study underscores the significance of psychologically preparing students for the workforce, recognizing it as a crucial educational task of schools.

Implications for successful integration: The research findings have far-reaching implications, emphasizing the importance of labor education in facilitating students' successful integration into the labor market, equipping them with the necessary skills and attitudes for future careers.

Keywords: labor education, attitude to work, schooling, extracurricular activities, psychological preparation
Modern Concepts on Orientational Phenomena in Forming Products from Thermoplastic Materials
Authors: Sirgiyevich Rosilov Mansur , Komiljonovich Sultonov Oybek
Published: September 2022

This study investigates the biaxial orientation of films, with a focus on deformation within the plane. By employing microscopy and diffraction analysis, the average degree of orientation in each direction was determined, revealing a consistently biaxially oriented structure. The surface layers exhibited the highest degrees of orientation. These findings have implications for understanding film mechanics and performance, aiding in the development of improved manufacturing processes and materials for various industrial applications.

Highlights:

The study investigates biaxial orientation in films, focusing on deformation within the plane.

Microscopy and diffraction analysis determine the average degree of orientation and reveal higher orientation in the surface layers.

Implications include improved understanding of film mechanics, aiding in the development of materials for diverse industrial applications.

Keywords: Biaxial orientation, Films, Deformation, Surface layers, Industrial applications.
Establishing Ethical Norms: Dignified Justice Theory Perspectives on Ethics and Legal Relations
Authors: Disantara Fradhana Putra , Anggono Bayu Dwi , Efendi Aan
Published: September 2022

The relationship between ethical norms and legal norms is different for experts, especially concerning their position. Moreover, legal norms seem to be superior to ethical norms. This study aims to analyze the position of ethical norms and legal norms. The dignified justice theory was chosen because it seeks to orient the divine and human aspects, which can only be fulfilled if ethical and legal norms synergize. This research is juridical-normative research. The juridical-normative research was chosen because it confirms the existence of ethical norms and legal norms as part of the system of norms prevailing in society. The study's results confirm that, in practice, legal court decisions are often considered higher and more authoritative than ethical court decisions. This has implications for the position of ethical norms that are considered inferior to legal norms. Furthermore, the theory of dignified justice seeks to see the relationship between ethical norms and legal norms as different norms, but in its implementation in society, the two norms must synergize and complement each other.
Faktor-Faktor yang Berpengaruh terhadap Hasil Panen Teh Melalui Pendekatan Sistem Dinamis
Authors: Jevta Fransiscus Xaverius Mario , Thoriq Ahmad , Sita Kralawi , Sampurno Rizky Mulya
Published: September 2022

Pemetikan daun teh secara mekanis dengan gunting atau mesin pemetik selain dapat mengatasi kekurangan tenaga kerja, juga dapat meningkatkan produktivitas dan efisiensi sistem panen. Proses pemanenan teh dipengaruhi oleh alat pemetikan, kemiringan lahan, waktu pemetikan, luas areal petik, bobot hasil panen teh dan variabel lainnya yang bersifat dinamis. Peramalan hasil panen yang dipengaruhi oleh faktor-faktor tersebut dapat dilakukan melalui pendekatan model dinamis.  Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan perbandingan antara hasil pemanenan teh dengan menggunakan gunting petik dan menggunakan mesin petik, menganalisis faktor-faktor yang menentukan hasil panen teh, dan menentukan skenario yang dapat diterapkan untuk meningkatkan produktivitas pemanenan teh. Data lapang dikumpulkan pada musim kemarau dari beberapa blok pada afdeling Gambung Selatan dan Gambung Utara. Data yang dikumpulkan untuk pengolahan data menjadi model dinamis sistem pemanenan teh adalah kemiringan lahan, waktu pemanenan, panjang lintasan pemetikan, lebar pemetikan, dan bobot hasil panen teh. Data yang telah dikumpulkan diolah menjadi sebuah model dinamis sistem pemanenan teh berupa diagram stock and flow menggunakan perangkat lunak komputer bernama Vensim dengan skenario perubahan alat petik, kemiringan, dan persentase mutu. Model dinamis yang dihasilkan akan menunjukkan besarnya produktivitas pemanenan teh berdasarkan waktu dan kondisi lahan sehingga dapat menentukan alat pemanenan mekanis yang tepat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan perbandingan produktivitas rata-rata dengan mesin petik sebesar 47,829 kg/JOK yang lebih besar 3,4 kali dari gunting yang sebesar 14,007 kg/JOK. Faktor pengungkit untuk meningkatkan kinerja sistem pemanenan adalah jenis alat pemetikan sehingga skenario yang dapat diterapkan untuk meningkatkan produktivitas pemanenan teh adalah dengan penggunaan alat petik mesin.
Efficacy of Probiotic Treatment as Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for COVID-19: A Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled Randomized Trial
Authors: Wischmeyer Paul E. , Tang Helen , Ren Yi , Bohannon Lauren , Ramirez Zeni E. , Andermann Tessa M. , Messina Julia A. , Sung Julia A. , Jensen David , Jung Sin-Ho , Artica Alexandra , Britt Anne , Bush Amy , Johnson Ernaya , Lew Meagan V. , Miller Hilary M. , Pamanes Claudia E. , Racioppi Alessandro , Zhao Aaron T. , Surana Neeraj K. , Sung Anthony D.
Published: September 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose unprecedented challenges to worldwide health. While vaccines are effective, additional strategies to mitigate the spread/severity of COVID-19 are urgently needed. Emerging evidence suggests susceptibility to respiratory tract infections in healthy subjects can be reduced by probiotic interventions; therefore, probiotics may be a low-risk, easily implementable modality to reduce risk of COVID-19, particularly in areas with low vaccine availability/uptake. In this study, we conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial across the United States testing probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) as postexposure prophylaxis for COVID-19 in 182 participants who had household exposure to someone with confirmed COVID-19 diagnosed within ≤ 7 days. Participants were randomized to receive oral LGG or placebo for 28 days. The primary outcome was development of illness symptoms within 28 days of COVID-19 exposure. Stool was collected to evaluate microbiome changes. Intention-to-treat analysis showed LGG treatment led to a lower likelihood of developing illness symptoms versus placebo (26.4% vs. 42.9%, p = 0.02). Further, LGG was associated with a statistically significant reduction in COVID-19 diagnosis (log rank, p = 0.049) via time-to-event analysis. Overall incidence of COVID-19 diagnosis did not significantly differ between LGG and placebo groups (8.8% vs. 15.4%, p = 0.17). This data suggests LGG is associated with prolonged time to COVID-19 infection, reduced incidence of illness symptoms, and gut microbiome changes when used as prophylaxis ≤ 7 days post-COVID-19 exposure. This initial work may inform future COVID-19 prevention studies worldwide, particularly in underdeveloped nations where Lactobacillus probiotics have previously been utilized to reduce non-COVID infectious-morbidity. Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04399252, Date: 22/05/2020 https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04399252
Scrutinizing the Existence of the Environmental Kuznets Curve in the Context of Foreign Direct Investment, Trade and Renewable Energy in Bangladesh: Impending from ARDL Method
Authors: Rahman Md. Hasanur , Voumik Liton Chandra , Rahman Md. Maznur , Majumder Shapan Chandra
Published: September 2022

In this study, annual time-series data from 1972 to 2021 is utilized to evaluate the existence of the environmental Kuznets curve (EKC) in Bangladesh. The study also takes into consideration a number of other characteristics, including openness to trade, renewable energy sources, and foreign direct investment (FDI). In this work, we have used the ARDL model to analyze the cointegration of the variables using the mixed orders or I(0) and I(1) of the variables. Zivot-Andrews demonstrate a single structural break across all variables. The ARDL bound test confirms the notion of long-term cointegration between the variables. The relationship between CO 2 emissions and economic performance is inverted U-shaped. Because of the presence of the EKC hypothesis, per capita carbon emissions (PCCE) raise until a certain level of per capita income is reached, at which point PCCE begin to fall. Although trade has a negative impact on the environment, the uses of renewable energy and foreign direct investment have a positive impact. The study concludes that the best way to reduce environmental degradation is to employ renewable energy. Economic expansion, FDI, and trade growth all result in CO2 emissions. Various economic and environmental policies are also identified in the investigation.
Phenotypic diversity observed in a Chinese patient cohort with biallelic variants in Bardet-Biedl syndrome genes
Authors: Zhong Junwei , Xie Yue , Ye Hanwen , Chen Chunjie , Sun Tengyang , XU KE , Zhang Xiaohui , Li yang
Published: September 2022

PURPOSE. Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) is a rare multisystem ciliopathy. The aim of this study was to describe the clinical and genetic features of a cohort of Chinese patients carrying biallelic BBS gene variants. METHODS. We recruited 34 patients from 31 unrelated pedigrees who carried biallelic pathogenic variants in BBS genes. All patients underwent ophthalmic and systematic evaluations, as well as comprehensive molecular genetic analyses. Ultimately, 14 patients were followed up over time. RESULTS. We identified 47 diseasing-causing variants in 10 BBS genes; 33 were novel. Diagnosis of BBS and non-syndromic retinitis pigmentosa (RP) were established in 28 patients from 27 pedigrees and 6 patients, respectively. The two most prevalent genes in patients with BBS wereBBS2andBBS4, accounting for 51.8% of the probands. The patients exhibited clinical heterogeneity, from patients with all six primary clinical components to patients suffering from non-syndromic RP. The common components were retinal dystrophy, polydactyly, and obesity, with frequencies of 78.6–100%, while renal anomaly frequencies were only 7.1%. Patients exhibited early and severe visual defects and retinal degeneration. Patients with biallelic missense variants inBBS2suffered fewer clinical symptoms and mild visual impairment. Patients withBBS10variants tended to have cone dystrophy. CONCLUSIONS. Our study defined the mutated gene profiles and established the configuration of the variation frequencies for each BBS gene in Chinese patients. Overall, our patients showed early and severe visual defects and retinal degeneration. Genetic analysis is therefore crucial for diagnosis, genetic counseling, and future gene therapy in these patients.
On Load Voltage Regulating Device of Long-distance Mine Low-voltage Power Supply System Based on Solid-state Voltage Regulator
Authors: Wang Yanwen , Yang Yang , Li Boyang , Zhu Gui
Published: September 2022

In order to solve the problem of voltage loss caused by long-distance power supply system, considering the solid state power boost (SSPB) of solid-state voltage regulator, this paper proposes an on load voltage regulating device for long-distance mine low-voltage power supply system based on solid-state voltage regulator, which aims to solve the problem of voltage loss and fluctuation caused by line voltage drop and coal mining equipment startup and shutdown. Firstly, the terminal voltage of the line is deduced through the mathematical model of the motor under different working conditions, and a terminal voltage prediction algorithm is proposed, which calculates the terminal voltage state according to the electrical parameters at the head side of the substation; Then, an on load voltage regulation technology based on solid-state voltage regulator is designed and implemented, which compensates by controlling the output voltage of the inverter in series into the first end of the line. When the motor is in rated operation and start-up and stop stages, the motor voltage operates within a reasonable range; Finally, the simulation model of on load voltage regulation technology is built by using MATLAB/SIMULINK software, and the feasibility of this technology is verified by different experimental settings.
Remote sensing image and multi-type image joint encryption based on NCCS
Authors: Wang Xingyuan , Liu Lulu
Published: September 2022

In this paper, an algorithm based on the novel Chebyshev chaotic system (NCCS) for remote sensing image encryption and joint encryption of remote sensing images, grayscale images and color images is proposed. In view of the large amount of remote sensing image data, this paper proposes NCCS, which effectively reduces the time complexity of the algorithm and produces a more uniform pseudo-random sequence with better performance. On this basis, the remote sensing image is encrypted, first put each band of the remote sensing image into different channels, to obtain a three-dimensional matrix, the use of 3-D spiral curve to read each side of the three-dimensional matrix one by one, the obtained one-dimensional sequence into the two-dimensional matrix, this method makes each channel produce a certain coupling at the same time also reduces the dimension of the matrix, effectively enhance the effect of chaos. The chaos map is used to scramble the one-dimensional sequences once, and then to scramble between these one-dimensional sequences, and the method of circular left shift is used to diffuse. Because this method is suitable for encryption of images with multiple channels, it can be used not only for remote sensing image encryption, but also for joint encryption of remote sensing, grayscale, and color images. Simulation results and performance analysis show that the proposed method has good safety. Compared to some existing encryption schemes, this method is more widely applicable.
MECE: a method for enhancing the catalytic efficiency of glycoside hydrolase based on deep neural networks and molecular evolution
Authors: Tian Jian , Guan Feifei , Liu Hanqing , Liu Tuoyu , Yang Lixin , Liu Xiaoqing , Luo Huiying , Wu Ningfeng , Yao Bin , Huang Huoqing
Published: September 2022

High efficiency glycoside hydrolases (GH) are in high demand for numerous industrial applications. This study demonstrates the use of a deep neural network and molecular evolution (MECE) platform for predicting catalysis-enhancing mutations in GHs. The MECE platform integrates a deep learning model (DeepGH), trained with 119 GH family protein sequences from the CAZy database. Ten-fold cross-validated DeepGH models showed 96.73% predictive accuracy. MECE also includes a quantitative mutation design component that uses Grad-CAM with homologous protein sequences to identify key features for mutation in the target GH. Validation of the MECE platform with chitosanase CHIS1754 and glucoamylase GA51, resulted in generation of CHIS1754-MUT7, harboring seven amino acid conversions, and GA51-MUT5, carrying five residue conversions. The kcat/Km of CHIS1754-MUT7 was 18.08-fold higher than CHIS1754, while GA51-MUT5 was 7.64-fold greater than that of GA51. This resource can facilitate the rational design of catalytically efficient enzymes for a broad range of applications.
Effect of Nursing Intervention Program on quality of life, Post- Traumatic Stress symptoms and Dispositional Resilience among nurses caring patients with corona virus: Quasi experimental study
Authors: Ali Safaa Abdelazem Osman , Shokre Evon S. , Sheha Eman Ali Abd El Moaty , Alagamy Zainab Gazar Alkotb
Published: September 2022

Nurses play a crucial role in helping curb the hazardous health impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), their quality of lives, psychological aspect and major functioning has been greatly affected by the pandemic.
Aim: to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing intervention program on quality of life, Post-traumatic stress symptoms and dispositional resilience among nurses who caring patients with corona virus at quarantine hospitals.
Method: Quasi experimental design was conducted among 90 nurses at quarantine hospitals in El-Fayoum university hospitals. Four tools were used for data collection after reviewing of relevant data as the following; questionnaires to collect nurse’s demographic data, nurses Quality of life SF-12 questionnaires (QoL), Impact of Event Scale Revised (IES-R) and Dispositional Resilience Scale (DRS).
Results: revealed that the most of nurses were females, there were statistically significant improvements nearly in all domains as well as in the total mean score ofQOL, IES-R and DRS-15 among nurses pre and post program implementation. Total scores of quality of life and DRS domain were improve after implementation of nursing intervention program, while total score of IES-R was decreased after implementation of nursing intervention program, a highly statistically significant positive correlation between total scores of QOL and DRS after the program implementation.
Conclusion: The nursing intervention program tailored to needs is effective in improving nurses' quality of life and dispositional resilience, as well as decrease post-traumatic stress symptoms level. It was recommended to continuous educational program for nurses in clinical area to adapt with stressors through use dispositional resilience to enhance their quality of life. On-the-job continuing nursing education activities should be developed and implemented regularly to respond to nurses’ unmet needs.
Modeling of Parallel Distributed Inverters Incorporating Millimeter Wave Communications for an Islanded AC Microgrid
Authors: Tiwari Shubham , Islam Md. Ariful , Mahin Ayman Uddin , Singh Jai Govind
Published: September 2022

With the recent increase in renewable penetration, the electrical network system has changed greatly in structure, function, and operating characteristics. Recently, inverter-based microgrids working in grid-connected and islanded mode are the prominent sources of power to harness renewable energy. This paper presents a model of a microgrid containing parallel inverters, supported by a millimeter wave-based communication system to provide power to critical loads in an islanded scenario. The communication system is mainly utilized for assisting the power sharing of the inverters. To evaluate the performance of the proposed scheme, a six-bus modified IEEE test system is considered having six inverters and is tested on inductive and capacitive loads for different line impedances. Moreover, the control center of the microgrid has plug and play options to switch on and off inverters during operating and emergency conditions. Furthermore, the performance of the communication network has been thoroughly analyzed in terms of communication latency and bandwidth. Results show that the proposed microgrid model along with modified proportional integral derivative (MPID) allows accurate power sharing among the inverters with minimal fluctuations under different testing conditions for both resistive and reactive line impedances. The smooth transition from grid-connected mode to islanded mode shows that the designed system can ensure power availability during emergency conditions.
Blood test parameters for predicting severe odontogenic infection in the head and neck region: A retrospective study
Authors: Kusumoto Junya , Iwata Eiji , Huang Wensu , Takata Naoki , Tachibana Akira , Akashi Masaya
Published: September 2022

Background:
Severe odontogenic infections in the head and neck region, especially necrotizing soft tissue infection (NSTI) and deep neck abscess, are potentially fatal due to their delayed diagnosis and treatment. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography images are useful for detecting abscesses, including NSTI. However, clinically, it is often difficult to distinguish the disease (NSTI and deep neck abscess) in its early stage from cellulitis, and the decision to perform contrast-enhanced computed tomography imaging is often a challenge; thus, diagnostic tools for early diagnosis are desirable. This retrospective case-control study aimed to examine the utility of routine blood tests as an adjunctive diagnostic tool for NSTI in the head and neck region and deep neck abscesses.
Methods:
Severe odontogenic infections in the head and neck region that required hospitalization were classified as follows: Group I (cellulitis), Group II (cellulitis with shallow abscess formation), Group III (deep neck abscess), and Group IV (NSTI). At admission, Inflammatory markers were calculated according to the blood tests. In addition, a decision tree analysis was performed to discriminate between Groups I + II and Groups III + IV.
Results:
There were 271 patients: 123, 61, 74, and 13 in Groups I, II, III, and IV, respectively. Immediately after diagnosis, all patients underwent urgent incisional drainage and debridement in Groups III and IV. Additionally, all inflammatory markers were higher in Groups III and IV and were remarkably useful for the exclusion diagnosis for Group IV. The decision tree analysis showed that the classification accuracy was 89.3%, with the systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) and C-reactive protein + neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio being particularly useful.
Conclusions:
Inflammatory markers calculated using routine blood tests can be helpful as an adjunctive diagnostic tool in the early diagnosis of potentially fatal bacterial infectious diseases in the head and neck region. An SII of ≥ 282 or < 282 but with a C-reactive protein + neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio of ≥ 25 indicates a serious need for contrast-enhanced computed tomography imaging.
Evaluation of drought tolerance in sugarcane genotypes using the membership function value of drought tolerance (MFVD)
Authors: Xu Chaohua , Mao Jun , Li Xujuan , Burner David M , Li Chunjia , Hussin Shareif H Hussin , Lin Xiuqin , Liu Hongbo , Zhao Peifang , Lu Xin , Liu Xinlong
Published: September 2022

Drought is a worldwide problem seriously influencingsugarcane (SaccharumL. spp. hybrids) production. The long-term domestication and selective breeding in artificial environments may have reduced the drought resistance of sugarcane. The objective of this study was to determine drought tolerance in a 138-genotype of elite sugarcane hybrids using the membership function value of drought tolerance (MFVD) based on the drought-tolerant coefficient (DC) of four yield traits (biomass, stalk weight, stalk diameterand stalk height) and bud survival rate (SR) at different growth stage under well-watered (WW) and water-stressed (WS) conditions. As expected, genotype means decreased for all five traits with WS, and the decrease of biomass, stalk weight, stalk diameter, stalk height and bud survival rate (SR) was >24%. Correlation coefficients analysis revealed that the MFVD was significantly positively correlated with the DCB, DCSW, DCSH and DCSD at the growth stage and SR at the seedling stage. Results indicated that these characters were closely related to the drought resistance of sugarcane. Thus, these five traits could be used as drought resistance indicators for screening drought resistance cultivars in sugarcane. The MFVD based on the DC of each yield traits and SR indicated that ten out of the138 sugarcane hybrids had high drought resistance, while 14 genotypes were highly susceptible to the drought, which can be used as ideal experimental materials to study the mechanism of sugarcane genotypes with contrasting drought sensitivities in response to drought stress. Our results help to fill the knowledge gap regarding to the sugarcane production under stress, shed light on sugarcane drought tolerance and provided useful information to the sugarcane breeders and producers which could be used in variety selecting and developing for dry prone regions.
Simulations of Xenon Beam Ions Emitted from Electric Thrusters in Earth's Magnetosphere
Authors: Sampson Kevin , Crofton Mark
Published: September 2022

This study sought to characterize the behavior of exhausted electric thruster xenon ions in the near-Earth magnetospheric environment as functions of various trajectory and particle attributes. This was done via simulation using the AeroTracer program, a software tool which computes ion trajectories within the magnetosphere by applying an adaptive step-size Runge-Kutta technique to the fully relativistic Lorentz equation. Over 3,800 independent simulations were performed, with variables including release position, release energy and direction, ion charge, and orbital phase. Initial release altitude was a major driver in determining whether the ion eventually fell to Earth (BMA), remained trapped by the simulation's end (MNS), or traveled beyond the magnetosphere (LTS). Ions expelled at the highest altitudes investigated - 60,000 km and above - almost invariably were lost to space. Like altitude, increasing inclination and energy were important factors that reduced trapping, affecting the outcome probabilities. Higher charge state produced strong improvement of trapping capability. Effects of orbital phase, day of year and solar cycle phase were also apparent. A transition region was found in the 20,000 km to 60,000 km altitude range, within which the sensitivity of outcomes to parameter variation increased. The ordered sequence MNS > BMA > LTS was found to be consistent with decreasing confinement capability, and it was manifested consistently as parameters were varied.
The effect of prolonged drought and recovery on soil VOC fluxes in an experimental rainforest
Authors: Pugliese Giovanni , Ingrisch Johannes , Meredith Laura K. , Pfannerstill Eva Y. , Klüpfel Thomas , Meeran Kathiravan , Byron Joseph , Purser Gemma , Gil-Loaiza Juliana , Haren Joost van , Kreuzwieser Juergen , Ladd S. Nemiah , Werner Christiane , Williams Jonathan
Published: September 2022

Drought can affect the capacity of soils to emit and consume biogenic volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Here we show the impact of prolonged drought followed by rain and recovery on soil VOC fluxes from an experimental rainforest. Under wet conditions the rainforest soil acted as a net VOCs sink, in particular for isoprenoids, carbonyls and alcohols. The sink capacity decreased progressively during drought, and at soil moistures below ~19% the soil became a source of several VOCs. Position specific 13C-pyruvate labelling experiments revealed that soil microbes were responsible for the emissions and that energetic investment in VOC production increased during drought. Soil rewetting induced an emission pulse of carbonyls and dimethyl sulfide due to water-induced mobilization of carbon and sulfur pools of soil organic matter. Results show that, the extended drought periods predicted for tropical rainforest regions will strongly affect soil VOC fluxes thereby impacting atmospheric chemistry and climate.
Association between active Helicobacter pylori infection and iron deficiency anaemia: a case-control study
Authors: Tuan Ha Manh , Duy Huynh Phuong , Anh Nguyen Tuan , Tung Le Viet
Published: September 2022

Background
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection may cause gastric ulcers or extra gastroduodenal disorders, including iron deficiency anaemia. We aimed to determine the relationship between iron deficiency anaemia and H. pylori infection.
Methods
A total of 291 participants (age ≥ 18 years old) derived from the case-control study (1:1.5) were included. Multivariable logistic analysis was used to examine the associations between Helicobacter pylori positivity, iron deficiency, and iron-deficiency anaemia status, adjusting for age, occupation, and residential area.
Results
Serum iron was significantly lower in the H. pylori-positive group compared with their counterparts (59.4 ± 42.1 µg/dL vs. 86.1 ± 32.0, p < 0.001). A strong correlation between TIBC and serum transferrin in the H. pylori-positive group was found (r = 0.855, p < 0.001). Other haematological indices, such as haemoglobin (Hb), MCV, MCH, and MCHC, were all lower in the H. pylori-positive group than in their counterparts (p < 0.001). The risks of iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anaemia in the H. pylori-positive group were higher than those in the control group (AOR 1.86, 95% CI: 1.02–3.42 and AOR 4.99, 95% CI: 2.23–11.18, respectively).
Conclusions
We found a significant association between iron deficiency anaemia and H. pylori infection. The prevalence of H. pylori infection decreases with age. Our findings partly pave the way for the most critical guidelines for preventing iron deficiency anaemia in H. pylori-infected individuals, especially the middle-aged population. TIBC and serum transferrin may have potential clinical value in predicting and monitoring deficiency anaemia in adults with H. pylori infection.
Maternal N-acetyltransferase 10 (NAT10) orchestrates oocyte meiotic cell-cycle progression and maturation in mice
Authors: Bao Jianqiang , Jiang Xue , Cheng Yu , Zhu Yuzhang , Xu Caoling , Li Qiaodan , Xing Xuemei , Li Wenqing , Zou Jiaqi , Meng Lan , Azhar Muhammad , Cao Yuzhu , Tong Xianhong , Qin Weibing , Zhu Xiaoli
Published: September 2022

In mammals, the production of mature oocytes necessitates rigorous regulation of the discontinuous meiotic cell-cycle progression at both the transcriptional and post- transcriptional levels; however, the factors underlying this sophisticated but explicit process during oocyte development remain largely unclear. Here we characterized the function of N-acetyltransferase 10 (Nat10), which was previously recognized as a “writer” for N4-acetylcytidine (ac4C) deposited on RNA molecules. We generated two germline-specific Nat10 knockout mouse models in the embryonic gonad and in postnatal growing oocytes, and another two tamoxifen-inducible Nat10 deletion models. We provided genetic evidence showing that Nat10 is essential for oocyte meiotic prophase I progression, oocyte growth and maturation in mice. Intriguingly, we discovered that Nat10 is required for sculpting the maternal transcriptome through timely degradation of polyA tail mRNAs during the Maternal-to-Zygotic transition (MZT). Importantly, we developed a novel method that outperformed the conventional methods for examining the polyA tail length (PAT), termed Hairpin Adaptor-polyA tail length (HA-PAT), in terms of the cost, sensitivity and efficiency. In summary, these findings altogether provide solid genetic evidence that unveils the indispensable role of maternal Nat10 in oocyte development, and lay a solid foundation for future mechanistic studies of varied domains of NAT10.
FMRI network dynamics underpinning the impact of affective carry-over on cognitive control
Authors: Gaviria Julian , Rey Gwladys , Miller Matt , Bolton Thomas , Brosset Soraya , De Ville Dimitri Van , Vuilleumier Patrik
Published: September 2022

Behavioral research has extensively documented the impact of affective states on cognitive control. Despite increasing interest in investigating how affect and emotion influence cognition, the functional neural architecture mediating these effects remains unresolved. Here, we examined how changes in brain network dynamics elicited by negative emotions modulate the subsequent recruitment of attentional processes at behavioral and neural levels. We collected fMRI BOLD activity in healthy humans during three sequential conditions (naturalistic movie watching, resting state, and cognitive control task) in either neutral or negative emotion contexts. We assessed fMRI data by using co-activation patterns (CAPs) analysis to characterize dynamic functional connectivity within whole-brain networks across experimental conditions, and then applied structural equation modelling to uncover their functional relationships. We found that neural markers of cognitive control (FPN) were modulated by prior occurrences of distinct activity patterns after negative emotions, involving (1) the salience (SN) and sensorimotor (SMN) networks during the emotion-eliciting event itself, and (2) the default mode (DMN), salience (SN), and sensorimotor (SMN) networks in a resting period following emotional elicitation. Further, these neural interactions were related to concomitant changes in behavioral measures of cognitive control after negative emotion. Altogether, our results provide new insights into the brain dynamic functional organization supporting high-order cognitive processing and its regulation by negative emotions.
Design of patient lifting device based on the use of a worm gears mechanism in the protection of the caregiver
Authors: Najafabadi Akbar Hojjati
Published: September 2022

Subject: Using an assistive device for lifting and moving patients from bed is increasingly becoming a widespread demand.
Purpose: The focus of most of the studies is on robotics and powered assistive devices to lift the patient. We have focused on the development of an assistive lifting system based on the manual lift and using the worm gear mechanism, which has not been studied before. The features of this device are low cost and high efficiency in using hand force as the patient lifts.
Materials and methods: Conceptual design of this assistive device and analysis of the worm gear mechanism with the help of SolidWorks software. We studied the selective effect of the ratio of the teeth of worm and worm gear in the device's operation lift system.
Results: A comparison of lead screw and worm gear was performed. Using a worm gear lift can show a reduced torque of up to 66% compared to a traditional lead screw lift. This indicates the use of less caregiver force to lift the patient.
Conclusions: Low cost and high efficiency are the features of this mobility assistive device. Developing this device can be used at home because of the simplicity of the patient's lifting system and displacement.
Application of spatial environmental indicators in the assessment of degradation potential of water resources in water basins
Authors: Arantes Leticia Tondato , Arantes Bruno Henrique Tondato , Sacramento Bruna Henrique , Costa Hetiany Ferreira da , de Oliveira Renan Angrizani , Simonetti Vanessa Cezar , Silva Darllan Collins da Cunha e , Lourenço Roberto Wagner
Published: September 2022

Changes in land use have been occurring in a continuous and disorderly way in recent decades due to rapid population growth and the growing demand for food. These constant changes result in a series of deleterious effects to the environment, especially to water resources, significantly changing their availability and quality. This study aims to evaluate the degradation potential of watersheds through an evaluation of some environmental indicators using arithmetic means to construct an index called in this research "Index of Potential Environmental Degradation” (IPED). To form the IPED, the hydrographic sub-basins of the Sorocabuçu River, located in the central west of the State of São Paulo, Brazil, comprised the study area. The results showed that most hydrographic sub-basins, that is, eight units, present degradation values ranging from moderate to very high, resulting mainly from low conservation values of forests plus a use destined to the planting of temporary cultures depending on good physical conditions. On the other hand, only one sub-basin showed a low degradation value. The methodology used for the development of the IPED is easy to apply and an effective tool for environmental analyses. It may contribute to studies and forms of planning and land use management aiming the conservation of water resources and protected areas and reduction of degradation.
A multifaceted proteomics strategy in combination with an updated proteome provides insights into the mechanism of calcification in coccolithophores
Authors: Skeffington Alastair , Fischer Axel , Sviben Sanja , Brzezinka Magdalena , Gorka Michal , Bertinetti Luca , Woehle Christian , Hüttel Bruno , Graf Alexander , Scheffel Andre
Published: September 2022

Coccolithophores are globally abundant, calcifying microalgae that have profound effects on marine biogeochemical cycles, the climate, and life in the oceans. They are characterized by a cell wall of CaCO3 scales called coccoliths, which may contribute to their ecological success. The intricate morphologies of coccoliths are of interest for biomimetic materials synthesis. Despite the global impact of coccolithophore calcification, we know little about the molecular machinery underpinning coccolithophore biology. Working in the model Emiliania huxleyi, a globally distributed bloom-former, we deploy a range of proteomic strategies to identify coccolithogenesis-related proteins. These analyses are underpinned by a new genome, with gene models derived from long-read transcriptome sequencing, which revealed many novel proteins specific to the calcifying haptophytes. Our experiments provide fresh insights into proteins involved in various aspects of coccolithogenesis. Our improved genome, complemented with transcriptomic and proteomic data, constitute an excellent resource for investigating fundamental aspects of coccolithophore biology.