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Proposal for a trophic status index for brazilian semi-arid reservoirs
Authors: Silva Thiago T. da , Saraiva Marianna de A. , Becker Helena
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT The Brazilian semi-arid region, which is characterized by high climate vulnerability, intense and frequent droughts, and irregular rainfall, has a restricted quantity of water in its reservoirs and low quality at several points. Regarding quality, the literature presents indexes that evaluate eutrophication in different conditions, using specific expressions that may not be applied universally. To assist in decision-making and minimize this problem in the semi-arid region, the present work proposes a new trophic state index (TSI) taking into account data and conditions of reservoirs in the semi-arid region of Ceará. In total, 18 variables and the correlations between them were evaluated. In the years 2014-2022, data was made available by COGERH for 25 reservoirs managed by the company. Descriptive statistics were performed for each variable data set, removing outlier values to analyze trends. An exploratory investigation was also carried out, studying correlations between variables and transparency. Phosphorus, nitrogen, chlorophyll a, and turbidity presented the most significant correlations for the composition of the proposed TSI. An adaptation was made in the base expression of the TSI, which is associated with the values obtained in the semi-arid region of Ceará. Trophic classes were suggested for this new TSI along with their respective expressions. The proposed index yielded comparable results in certain classifications when compared with other established indexes. High concentrations of cyanobacteria occurred in reservoirs classified as eutrophic. To enhance the robustness of this novel index, it is recommended to extend its application to additional reservoirs within the semi-arid region.
Efficient and responsive table cassava cultivars to the use of phosphorus
Authors: Silveira Flávio P. da M. , Lopes Welder de A. R. , Santos Gisele L. dos , Santos Manoel G. dos , Barboza Michele , Silva José A. da , Silveira Lindomar M. da , Barros Júnior Aurélio P.
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT Table cassava cultivars efficient in the use of phosphorus (P) and responsive to phosphate fertilization represent a crop option for regions with low availability of the nutrient and for crops using technological packages, such as investment in fertilization. The objective of the study was to classify table cassava cultivars regarding efficiency and responsiveness to P application in two agricultural crops. For this, four table cassava cultivars (Água Morna, BRS Gema de Ovo, Recife and Venâncio) were evaluated under conditions of low P availability (and without phosphate fertilization) and high availability (and fertilized with 240 kg ha-1 of P2O5). The Água Morna cultivar proved to be efficient and responsive in the two harvests evaluated. Only the Venâncio cultivar was classified as non-efficient. There was variation in the response of the Recife cultivar between the crops evaluated.
Assessing mobility resilience and vulnerability in the context of challenging transportation fare policies: a case study of Rio de Janeiro
Authors: Santos Tálita , Cardoso Marcus , Vieira da Silva Marcelino Aurelio , Fernandes Vicente Aprigliano
Published: September 2024

Abstract Resilience of urban mobility is an emerging topic, with most studies focusing on natural disasters or technical disturbances. However, there is a gap in understanding the resilience and vulnerability of urban mobility in the face of economic threats and inadequate transport policies, particularly in developing countries such as Brazil, characterized by social inequality and urban segregation. This study sheds light on the issue of urban inequalities and segregation, aiming to identify the most vulnerable and resilient areas of Rio de Janeiro in the event of an economic crisis. We assessed the resilience and vulnerability of the public transport system with commonly used accessibility indicators, applying fuzzy logic to data from 160 districts. We considered a scenario without the fare subsidy program. The results indicate that districts with better access to high-capacity transport systems and job opportunities exhibit higher levels of resilience and lower vulnerability. However, the study also uncovers socio-spatial inequalities, with resilience values tending to be higher in coastal areas and central business districts, exacerbating disparities. Addressing urban inequalities and segregation requires not only improving travel times and transportation systems but also considering the economic impact on vulnerable populations and promoting decentralized employment opportunities.
Orthodontic finishing errors detected in board-approved cases: common types and prediction
Authors: VALLADARES-NETO José , NOJIMA Lincoln Issamu , LEITE Heloísio de Rezende , PITHON Matheus Melo , RAMOS Adilson Luiz , AIDAR Luís Antônio de Arruda , ROCHA Roberto , TAVARES Carlos Alberto Estavanell , CAPELLI-JR Jonas , BRANDÃO Roberto Carlos Bodart , BITTENCOURT Marcos Alan Vieira , ALMEIDA Guilherme de Araújo , MATSUMOTO Mirian Aiko Nakane
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT Objective: To report and rank orthodontic finishing errors recorded in the clinical phase of the Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (BBO) examination and correlate pretreatment case complexity with orthodontic treatment outcomes. Materials and Methods: This single-center cross-sectional survey collected retrospective data from the clinical phase of BBO examinations between 2016 and 2023. The quality of orthodontic clinical outcomes of each case was assessed by means of the Cast-Radiograph Evaluation (CRE), while case complexity was evaluated using the Discrepancy Index (DI), both tools provided by the American Board of Orthodontics. Survey items were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and a correlation analysis between total CRE and DI scores (p<0.05) was also performed. Results: A total of 447 orthodontic records was included. Orthodontic finishing errors were often observed, and no case was completely perfect. In the total CRE score, an average of 15 points was discounted for each case. Most frequently found issues involved problems with alignment, buccolingual inclination, marginal ridge, and occlusal relationship. The median DI score for initial case complexity was 22.0 (range 10.0 - 67.0). There was no significant correlation between the DI and CRE scores (p=0.106). Conclusion: Orthodontic finishing errors are inevitable, even in well-finished board-approved cases. Rotation, excessive buccolingual inclination, and discrepancies in marginal ridges are the most frequently observed areas of concern, in that order. Moreover, while case complexity, determined by DI, can impact orthodontic planning and pose challenges for clinicians, the study did not consider it a determining factor in predicting treatment outcomes.
Eficácia de Programas Educativos à Distância para pais de crianças com diagnóstico de Transtorno do Espectro Autista: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Andrade Jullie Gottschall Lima , Carmo Andreia Cristina Feitosa do , Tamanaha Ana Carina , Perissinoto Jacy
Published: September 2024

RESUMO Objetivo analisar a produção científica sobre programas educativos à distância para pais/responsáveis no desenvolvimento de crianças com Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA). Estratégia de pesquisa utilizou-se a estratégia PICO para identificar o problema de pesquisa. Foram consultadas as bases de dados Medline, ERIC, LILACs, EMBASE, CINAHL, Web of Science e Scopus utilizando descritores e termos livres específicos. não houve restrição de tempo ou idioma. Foram selecionados artigos sobre programas educativos online destinados a pais de crianças com TEA, com foco no impacto desses programas no desenvolvimento de crianças de até seis anos. Critérios de seleção os estudos foram selecionados com base em critérios de elegibilidade padrões, incluindo a leitura completa dos artigos após a triagem inicial realizada com o software RAYYAN. Foram incluídos estudos primários, como ensaios clínicos e revisões sistemáticas que avaliaram programas educativos à distância para pais de crianças com TEA. Análise dos dados utilizou-se o software RAYYAN para a seleção inicial dos estudos. Os artigos foram organizados hierarquicamente com base no título e resumo, seguido pela leitura integral para aplicação dos critérios de elegibilidade. Resultados a busca inicial resultou em 1019 artigos, dos quais 192 foram identificados como duplicados. Após a seleção inicial e a leitura completa, 37 artigos foram analisados, dos quais seis foram considerados elegíveis para responder à pergunta de pesquisa. Entre os estudos elegíveis, um era uma revisão sistemática e cinco eram estudos experimentais. Os estudos experimentais destacaram impactos positivos em áreas como rotinas diárias, flexibilidade comportamental e comunicação. A revisão sistemática indicou evidências preliminares de que os programas educativos à distância para pais podem melhorar o conhecimento sobre TEA, aumentar a adesão às intervenções e promover o desenvolvimento de habilidades sociais e de comunicação nas crianças. Conclusão os resultados sugerem que programas remotos de orientação para pais podem ser eficazes para melhorar o conhecimento sobre TEA, aumentar a adesão dos pais às intervenções e promover o desenvolvimento de habilidades sociais e de comunicação em crianças com TEA.
Applying the Chicago hyetograph for intense rainfall equations of the LnLn type
Authors: Back Álvaro José
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT The Chicago Method is one of the most common methods to determine design rainfall hyetographs for urban drainage infrastructures. Among the advantages of the method is that it is easy to apply and is based on traditional IDF equations. Nevertheless, applications to other IDF equation models presents some limitations. The aim of the present study was to adapt and apply the Chicago hyetograph method with intense rainfall equations of the LnLn type. Equations to estimate rainfall intensity before and after peak duration were presented. In addition, equations to obtain accumulated rainfall before and after peak rainfall volumes were adapted. With this information, we were able to obtain rainfall blocks for each interval of the hyetograph. The method was applied to determine the hyetograph based on the intense rainfall equation for the town of Piracicaba, São Paulo, Brazil. The equations presented here can be implemented on electronic spreadsheets or in programming routines, hence allowing Engineering professionals to apply the most adequate methods to local data.
“We seek social transformation”: narratives of experiences of social occupational therapy professionals
Authors: Siqueira Layara Sarges , Mondaca Margarita
Published: September 2024

Abstract Introduction Social injustices and inequalities have become more prevalent worldwide, in recognition of this, occupational therapy and occupational science adopted and developed a social, transformative and critical practices. This has become more prevalent in Brazil, where social occupational therapy professionals, grounded in critical and ethical-political standpoints, have been working with groups and populations to enable justice and rights. Objective This study aims to understand the social occupational therapy professionals’ reasoning regarding their practices, and since Social Occupational Therapy (SOT) is a practice from the Global South, we draw some possible links between occupational science and social occupational therapy, which can contribute to the social relevance and impact of the occupational therapy profession in both Western and developing countries. Method This study utilized Polkinghorne's interpretive, narrative approach to interviewing 5 social occupational therapists from different regions and work environments in Brazil. Results The participants narrative interviews revealed how social occupational therapists focus on the social dimension of their professional reasoning. They have come to embrace a critical perspective, acknowledging the socio-political context of the communities and groups of people they work with, often in situations of vulnerability. This can be understood by the growing discussion of the role of occupational science as critical and socially responsive practice. Conclusion These findings can facilitate an intercultural dialogue with other frameworks that also advocate for social transformative work and collective action.
O recrudescimento do ultraconservadorismo no Brasil: análise do discurso político-religioso de Nikolas Ferreira contra os valores e pautas feministas e LGBTQIAP+
Authors: Silva Bissiati Edson Lugatti , Aguiar da Silva Beatriz
Published: September 2024

A crescente presença de pautas ultraconservadoras no âmbito dos costumes no Brasil, somada à ascensão do bolsonarismo, é um dos fatores preponderantes no mapa político nacional. Dessa maneira, emerge como uma das figuras proeminentes desse momento o deputado federal bolsonarista e evangélico Nikolas Ferreira (PL), especialmente por ser conhecido como opositor dos valores da esquerda e por seus ataques às comunidades LGBTQIAP+ e feminista no Brasil. A partir disso, o objetivo deste artigo é compreender como se configura ideologicamente a repulsa ao feminismo e aos grupos LGBTQIAP+ em seu discurso político de fundo religioso. Defendemos a hipótese de que sua narrativa se ampara em premissas conservadoras e reacionárias. Metodologicamente, o trabalho tem caráter misto e se valerá de uma análise textual e discursiva ancorada tanto nos alicerces teórico-metodológicos do contextualismo linguístico de John Pocock e Quentin Skinner, quanto nos estudos da morfologia das ideologias políticas de Michael Freeden. Com um recorte temporal abrangendo os anos 2022 e 2024, os dados do trabalho consistirão tanto no livro e nos eventuais textos publicados pelo parlamentar, como também nas postagens em suas redes sociais (como as plataformas X e YouTube). Além disso, contaremos com o auxílio de um software que capta recorrências e similitudes semânticas (Iramuteq), bem como com o programa de transcrição de vídeos TurboScribe para selecionar os trechos mais substanciais. Os resultados sugerem que o discurso de Nikolas sobre a presente temática se alicerça ideologicamente em valores político-religiosos próprios do conservadorismo e do reacionarismo.
Motion Terminology in Septuagint Gen 12:6
Authors: Čilová Miroslava
Published: September 2024

This article1 is devoted to the analysis of movement terminology in LXX-Gen 12:6. The research problem aims to investigate the contextual differences in the usage of the Greek verbs διοδεύω, διαβαίνω and παρέρχομαι, which are the common counterparts of the Hebrew עָבַר in the Greek Bible. In particular, the article seeks to understand the precise meaning of the Greek verb διοδεύω used in LXX-Gen 12:6. It concludes that the choice of the very rare verb διοδεύω in LXX-Gen 12:6 can be well understood in the context of the geography and topography of Canaan and the ethnic ideology of the biblical writers. Namely, the itinerary in LXX-Gen 12:6-9 did not require Abram to overcome any natural obstacles (which would have required the use of διαβαίνω) or pass by somebody or something (best expressed by παρέρχομαι). He did, however, have to travel through a wider space - the country inhabited by a foreign and potentially hostile population.
Organizational Culture and Interpersonal Relationships in an Educational Institution in Piura
Authors: Ulloa Parravicini César Eduardo , Medina Gonzales Ronald Henry , Arce Gutierrez Karem Margot , Espinola Calderon Jacqueline Lupita
Published: September 2024

The fundamental objective of this research is to determine the relationship between organizational culture and interpersonal relationships in an Educational Institution in Piura. For the development of this work, basic descriptive research was carried out with a correlational design, with a quantitative approach, for which the sample size is 36 teachers to whom the survey technique is applied with its instruments based in questionnaires formulated with 18 items, with a high level of reliability and validity by expert judgment. Customized tables and the Pearson coefficient were used to measure the level of correlation, reaching R=0.714 and a significance of 0.009, which is why it is stated that there is a relationship between organizational culture and interpersonal relationships.
Entrance profile for primary education
Authors: Farje Escobedo José Darwin , López Palomares Milagritos Edith , Cachay Vela Welmer Baltasar , Chicana Velez Luis Enrique , Yoplac Acosta Manuel , Bazán de Lázaro Hilda Panduro , Condori Vargas Waltina
Published: September 2024

The objective of this research is to diagnose and propose the admission profile for university students. The research was quantitative, basic with a propositional design. The population was 30 students, 14 males and 16 females of the second cycle of primary education, academic semester 2023-II. The entire population was the sample. From the competency-based approach, we understand the entry profile as the set of three dimensions: cognitive (knowing how to know), procedural (knowing how to do) and attitudes and values (knowing how to be). In the diagnosis, research instruments were applied for each dimension, the results of which express that most students are at a medium and low level of academic performance, which requires providing them with greater support, such as facilitating their insertion, enhancing their capacities and completing their studies successfully, throughout the training process, with emphasis on the first and second year of university. We believe that all of the above allowed us to propose a more orderly and viable admission profile.
DIAGNÓSTICO DE BACIA HIDROGRÁFICA: CONTRIBUIÇÕES A EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL
Authors: Lopes Maria Conceição , Martins Antonio Lucio Mello , Abdo Maria Teresa Vilela Nogueira , Valaretto Romulo Sensuline
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho realizou capacitação de educadores em conceitos técnicos sobre bacias hidrográficas, utilizando a pesquisa de monitoramento do uso e ocupação do solo e da água para despertar interesse do educador no planejamento de trabalhos pedagógicos e na utilização de uma microbacia situada em um órgão de pesquisa com atividades de educação ambiental. Objetivou-se demonstrar ao grupo de educadores a elaboração do diagnóstico ambiental utilizando-se de Sistema de Informação Geográfica (SIG), identificando áreas potenciais de conflito de uso do solo associada à gestão dos recursos hídricos, visando à adequação ambiental. Os conceitos adquiridos pelos educadores e técnicos foram transformados em plano de aula e aplicados no cotidiano escolar. Na etapa atual, a capacitação de educadores conta com onze municípios de diferentes regiões da Bacia. Esta capacitação de educadores é uma atividade do projeto de educação ambiental ”Bacia Hidrográfica: Um Instrumento na Educação - Fehidro TG350/2009, realizado na Apta Pólo Regional Centro Norte Pindorama-SP. O curso tem três módulos,com duração de um ano em encontros periódicos com carga horária total de 192 horas atividades com seguintes temas elencados: Bacia Hidrográfica, Solo e Água, nos quais se trabalharam conceitos técnicos específicos, a saber: diagnóticos de bacia hidrográfica, georreferenciamento, construção de maquetes, conhecendo o solo, erosão, práticas de conservação de solo, importância do sistema plantio direto, confeccionando “tinta de solo”, uso racional da água na irrigação , qualidade da água, monitoramento da qualidade quantidade da água na Microbacia do “Córrego da Olaria”, situada na Unidade.
Legal Aesthetics of the Comics: Brother. 25 Years
Authors:   State Academic University for the Humanities (GAUGN), Moscow, Russia, Erokhina Yulia
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to reading through the prism of legal optics comics presented in the book Brother. 25 Years and dedicated to the past and future of the characters in Alexei Balabanov’s film duology Brother and Brother 2. Using interdisciplinary methodological tools, the author analyzes the mini-stories of the comics, while the film dilogy is considered as a context that allows you to restore the missing information for interpreting the visual series. Based on modern cultural and legal research in the legal interpretation of visual cultural texts (Thomas Giddens et al.), the author reveals the legal aesthetics of comics. A completely new communicative environment is emerging, which allows, through the optical focus of interpretations of scriptwriters and artists of the comics Brother. 25 years to revise the meanings of the films Brother and Brother 2. A new interpretation of meanings is proposed that meets the needs of readers and viewers, taking into account the modification of old characters, based on the present time and established social relations. The author gives a legal qualification of the actions of the protagonist and other characters in the film dulogy Brother and Brother 2 in accordance with the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. A comparison is made of the offenses committed by the main character in film and comic books. It is concluded that in comics the emphasis is shifted to the search for truth and justice. The place of comics in the process of formation of legal consciousness and its deformation is traced. The role of the comic Brother. 25 years in the course of the formation of the symbolic meaning of truth and justice in the modern context.
An Unrepresentative Institution: On the Situation of Analysts in Psychoanalytic Communities
Authors: Smulyansky Alexander
Published: September 2024

Ever since Sigmund Freud decided on the necessity of establishing a psychoanalytic institution as a representative body of psychoanalytic theory and clinic, psychoanalysis has generally not undertaken an examination of its own institutionality and has not thought of its very existence in the forms of a “psychoanalytic community” as a problematic point. One of the reasons for avoiding this question is the historical position of those who receive analysis, since, as the article shows, a double institutional definition procedure is carried out regarding the latter. By identifying themselves as “analysts” and acting as “partners” of analysts in the realization of the analysis, they are thereby seen as an element of the analytic process. Nevertheless, they are not recognized as part of psychoanalytic communities. This non-recognition is justified by psychoanalysis itself as a measure to ensure the preservation of analysis as an exclusive professional practice. At the same time, a specific psychodynamic factor underlies the formation of psychoanalytic communities: Freud’s anxiety that psychoanalysis could preserve its existence only through permanent measures to cleanse the psychoanalytic professional field and to remove any extraneous components to the analysis. Freud is shown to undertake the establishment of a psychoanalytic community, not sure about the benignity of this form, but expecting that it would prove capable of maintaining the necessary disciplinary dissociation. However, the continued existence of psychoanalysis in the form of communities reveals that external dissociation procedures generate a series of processes within the communities themselves, causing their constant destabilization and their members’ susceptibility to various forms of collegiality violation. In drawing open attention to these violations for the first time, the Gabriel Tupinambá’s Desire of Psychoanalysis raises the question of the position of the didactic analyst (as potential member of the community as future psychoanalyst), which we consider incomplete and in need of radicalization through a different question about the degree to which analysts belong to the psychoanalytic community in principle.
Group Formation and Identification Processes in a Psychoanalytic Communities
Authors: Kolosov Denis
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to problems of the institutional side of psychoanalysis and the processes of group formation in analytic communities. It is shown that these processes are not exclusively an internal matter for psychoanalysts: the particularities of the laying down of the psychoanalytic enterprise suggest that the effects of school and community functioning take psychoanalytic action beyond what is considered analytic as such-a private procedure of exploring the private unconscious in a setting supported by a setting of free speech production. Contrary to this, the nature of psychoanalytic corporatism refers to something else: the reproduction on the psychoanalytic stage of the forms of “political life” in which the institutions of psychoanalysis exist. The didactics of psychoanalytic corporatism opens to the effects of the analytic discipline a dimension of publicity, thus ensuring its social validity and recognition. At the same time, it forces analysts into confrontation with other analysts, thereby constantly compromising their analytic position. This latter occurs not only on strictly organizational grounds, but also where it proves most dangerous for the existence of the analysis: in front of a public before which the analyst reveals his need to maintain his institutional place and to fence the territory of psychoanalysis. It is a question of constantly reproduced division, dissociation and struggle, both internal and external, on the level of defending the boundaries of psychoanalysis from the outside world. Developments concerning the institutional side of psychoanalysis are relatively recent. In particular, a number of hypotheses have been proposed by the Brazilian psychoanalyst and activist Gabriel Tupinambá and the Russian psychoanalyst and philosopher Alexander Smulyansky. While the former approaches the solution from the perspective of the notion of “desire” that drives psychoanalysts and allows them to emerge from the crises created by the existence of their communities, the latter shows how the historical form of psychoanalytic community confronts analysts with the “impossible” effects of their own practice.
Mathematics as a Tool for Social Research: Toward a New Understanding of Social Reality
Authors:   National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University), Moscow Russia, Barabashev Alexey
Published: September 2024

The article explores the current state of mathematization in the social sciences and social applied analytics. Mathematics in social sciences and in social analytics represents the set of instrumental methods that help to obtain results, in contradiction to understanding of mathematics as critical doubt (the requirement of rigor as a doubt of methods correctness). In social sciences and analytics the results are obtained, not critically reasoning. Mathematics in social research is understood as useful methods, and not as theories that ensure the rigor of the application of mathematical methods. The understanding of the object of mathematics that is elaborated in social sciences also is far from classical concepts of philosophy of mathematics: mathematical objects as ideal entities, as formal constructions, as a priory synthetic, does not dominate. It is revealed that under the influence of practice of mathematical methods application in social research, the new image of social reality and of social ontology appears. Social reality starting to be understood as measured and the social relations as based on social comparability, because the relations are drawn up from the networks of social actors actions that are possessed by quantitatively comparable rights and responsibilities, values, opinions, beliefs, priorities, etc. Moreover, some researchers believe that for social phenomena that do not have measurable indicators, social reality has not yet formed, it is still amorphous, not homogeneous, has not acquired properties of stability, resistance to disturbing influences. Finally, the applicability of mathematics in social research is pushing researchers toward belief that social ontology, whether or not it is understood in an essentialist way, or in “flat ontology” construction (Bruno Latour), is presented in quantitative forms.
A Two-Faced Janus: Images of Mathematics in the Mirror of History
Authors:   Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU), Russia, Shaposhnikov Vladislav
Published: September 2024

The paper attempts to sketch the broad outlines of the place and role of mathematics in the system of sciences. The suggested picture not so much gives a “screenshot”, as pretends to outline the key trends in the European cultural history from antiquity to our time. It enables to grasp and assess properly the very image (rather the competing images) of mathematics that shapes (shape) the way in which this epistemic field is perceived at present. The two-faced Janus metaphor stresses the fundamental duality of the images in question that can be traced from the opposite intentions of Plato and Aristotle in their philosophy of mathematics to the difference in treatment mathematics receives in Quentin Meillassoux and Graham Harman. The discussion is centered around the emergence of “pure” mathematics in the 19th century and the shaping of its image as a new “secular” metaphysics (or theology) which is still with us. Concurrent with the rise of “pure” mathematics, the concept of “mixed” mathematics was supplanted by the one of “applied” mathematics. Now we are seemed to witness the reverse trend towards restoration, mutatis mutandis, of the “mixed” mathematics point of view which dominated the 18th century. The one major difference with the 18th century situation is the retention of the “freedom” of mathematical investigation gained in the 19th century. The second difference is a new type of alliance with technology, this time the computer one. The analysis of the images of mathematics in this paper is done mostly on the basis of statements of their views by mathematicians and physicists, as well as historians of science; the historical transformation of our conception of the inner structure of mathematics and its place within the whole system of sciences was also of great help.
Combined Application Strategy of Biochar/Phosphate Fertilizer Affects the rice Production by Regulating Soil Bacteria Taxa Composition
Authors: Yutao Li , Yu Cheng , Hui Liu
Published: September 2024

Phosphate fertilizer affects the rice yield and has a critical role in arable land management. Biochar regulates soil nutrient and soil microbe taxa composition. Our study aimed to elucidate the effects of co-application for biochar-phosphate on soil nutrient indicators, soil microorganisms, and crop production. Our experiment was set up as follows: 0 t/hm2, 28 t/hm2, and 55 t/hm2 biochar application rates with 20 kg/hm2, 40 kg/hm2, and 60 kg/hm2 phosphate fertilizer. The rice yield and soil nutrient indexes were observed and the differences between groups were analyzed based on multiple comparisons. 16S ribosomal DNA sequencing was used to analyze the soil bacteria structure. Redundancy analysis was performed to obtain the correlation relationships between microbial community marker species, soil nutrient indexes, and rice yield. The results showed that a higher application rate of biochar led to a significant alteration in the soil water content, bulk density, alkali-hydrolyzed nitrogen, and available phosphate content. In addition, high concentrations of biochar-phosphate fertilizer application elevated the soil bacterial diversity. Biochar had various effects on the relative abundance of soil bacteria taxa. Our study provided a theoretical basis for exploring efficient fertilization strategies in the rice cultivation industry and shed light on the extensive biochar application in agriculture production.
Detailed culture protocol for the generation of human polarized cortical assembloids (polCA) v1
Authors: Bosone Camilla , Elisabetta Barilà Sara , Krenn Veronica , A. Knoblich Jürgen
Published: September 2024

Cortical organoids generating all major cortical cell types in distinct compartments are widely used to mechanistically study cortical development, evolution and related disorders. However, the lack of morphogen gradients imparting cortical positional information and topography in current systems hinders the solid investigation of complex cortical phenotypes. Here, we describe an assembloid culture protocol that combines an organizer-like structure expressing the morphogen FGF8 with an elongated organoid, thus introducing a polarized source of FGF8 morphogen within individual organoids. This system, referred to as polarized cortical assembloid (polCA), allows for the establishment of FGF8-dependent positional identity along the longitudinal axis of individual organoids and the generation of spatially oriented populations with distinct transcriptional signatures relevant for the cortical protomap. This protocol can be adapted to include organizer-like structures expressing various morphogens, allowing for a reliable analysis of their effect on cortical positional identity.
Basics of soldering v1
Authors: S McLamore Eric
Published: September 2024

This protocol describes the basic principles of soldering. An ANBES soldering station is used for this protocol, but most of the methods are interchangeable with other soldering irons. The process requires approximately 30 min, but timing can vary depending on the number/type of components which require soldering. A list of useful references is provided for further reading.
The Influence of Gadget Use on The Development of Social Interaction in Children Aged 5–6 Years
Authors: Nofiyanti Wahyu , Sulistyaningtyas Reza Edwin , Astuti Febru Puji
Published: September 2024

Various studies and child development experts highlight the risks of using gadgets in early childhood. A gadget is a small electronic device with various special functions that could potentially influence children’s developments. The research method used was quantitative, with a type of correlation research aimed to determine the relationship between variables of gadget use and social interaction development. The data collection technique employed a SAS (Smartphone Addiction Scale) questionnaire sheet to measure the use of gadgets and utilized Ages and Stages Questionnaires: Social Emotional (ASQ: SE) second edition to measure social interaction. The samples involved were children aged 5–6 years, totaling 39 children, 18 boys and 21 girls. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, which used appropriate categories or criteria to be studied in selecting the sample, namely children aged 5 -6 years. This research revealed that using gadgets influenced the development of social interactions in early childhood by the sig. value of -0.500 indicating the correlation. Children use gadgets because they are more interesting, responsive, and full of challenges than playing with friends in the surrounding environment. Based on the results of this research, the implication is providing parenting to people regarding the impact of gadget use on social interactions.
Developing Students’ Creativity through The Kurassaki Program at The State Elementary School of 1 Kutabaru
Authors: Sulaya Maya , Jamaludin Ujang , Dewi Ratna Sari
Published: September 2024

Education today has entered the 21st century, which requires students to have 21st-century capabilities, one of which is creativity. Given how important the development of creativity is in education, efforts to develop student creativity continue to be made. One way to develop creativity can be done by utilizing the Kurassaki program. This research was conducted to determine the teacher's role in developing student creativity through the Kurassaki program and reveal the supporting and inhibiting factors in developing student creativity through the Kurassaki program at the State Elementary School of 1 Kutabaru. The method used in this research was qualitative, under the data and facts obtained through observation outlined in field notes, documentation, and interviews with several sources. The results of this study demonstrated that 1) the teacher's role in developing student creativity included the teacher as organizer, facilitator or mediator, class manager, motivator, informer, inspirator or demonstrator, supervisor, mentor, initiator, corrector, and evaluator. 2) In developing student creativity through the Kurassaki program, supporting factors comprised the completeness of facilities and infrastructure, teaching staff, and parents. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors encompassed a lack of communication and socialization, a lack of creative teachers, a lack of student courage, and a lack of parental support. Therefore, it is necessary to socialize and involve parents in implementing the Kurassaki program.
Analisis Tingkat Pengetahuan dan Kesadaran Pedagang terhadap Bahan Berbahaya
Authors: Ahmad Ramdhani Andriansyah
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis tingkat pengetahuan dan kesadaran pedagang jajanan sekolah terhadap penggunaan bahan berbahaya serta mengidentifikasi produk yang mengandung bahan tersebut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengetahuan pedagang mengenai formalin dan boraks sudah baik (lebih dari 70%), namun pengetahuan tentang Rhodamin-B dan Methanyl Yellow masih sangat rendah, yang berdampak pada rendahnya kesadaran terhadap bahaya kedua zat tersebut. Dari 29 jenis jajanan yang diuji di Kecamatan Sumber pada tahun 2022, satu produk positif mengandung formalin, satu produk mengandung Rhodamin-B, dan tidak ditemukan boraks serta Methanyl Yellow. Sosialisasi dan edukasi dari Dinas Pendidikan dan Dinas Kesehatan serta peran orang tua dalam pengawasan perlu ditingkatkan
Looking Beyond The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR): Implications and Prospects for Nigerian Academics
Authors: Dunmade Aderinola Ololade , Ajani Yusuf Ayodeji Yusuf , Yusuf Suleiman , Ahmed Abdulganiy Okanla
Published: September 2024

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has brought about significant changes in various aspects of society, including education. This study aims to explore the implications and prospects of the 4IR for Nigerian academics. A qualitative research approach was used, and an online open-ended survey was conducted to gather data from Nigerian academics on their perceptions of the 4IR, the specific skills and knowledge areas they deemed important to succeed in the 4IR era, and their preparedness in these areas. The survey also aimed to explore the perceived opportunities and challenges of the 4IR for Nigerian academics and the role that higher education institutions could play in preparing them for the 4IR era. The data collected from the survey were analyzed thematically, and the study provided insights and conclusions that contributed to the existing literature on the implications and prospects of the 4IR for Nigerian academics. The results indicate that Nigerian academics perceive the 4IR as a significant opportunity, but they also recognize the challenges it presents. Participants identified several skills and knowledge areas as crucial for success in the 4IR era, including data analytics, critical thinking, and problem-solving. However, the study found that Nigerian academics feel inadequately prepared in these areas. The study highlights the need for higher education institutions to play a more significant role in preparing Nigerian academics for the 4IR era by developing new curricula, providing training opportunities, and creating partnerships with industry stakeholders. The findings of this study could inform policies and practices aimed at preparing Nigerian academics for the 4IR era, which could ultimately enhance Nigeria's economic growth and competitiveness in the global market. The study adhered to ethical considerations and institutional policies on research ethics.
Information Literacy of Tuberculosis Patients in Hospital Health Services
Authors: Silvana Hana , Heryadi Hedi
Published: September 2024

In implementing health service management, the role of communication is needed, because it must determine the cause of a disease in a patient. Therefore, knowledge and communication skills must be possessed by all health workers, because they will influence patient perceptions, patient assessments of services, trust, and patient recovery rates. The research method used is a qualitative approach, data collection techniques through interview methods aim to obtain information from participants or sources through direct face-to-face dialogue between researchers and sources. The concept of information literacy standards is composed of three basic components, namely access, evaluation, and use. Patients in the millennial category browse the internet to find out more about this disease. On the internet site, the explanation is clearer and more detailed. Apart from that, health service information is also obtained in the form of banners, posters, pamphlets, or other printed media available at the health service facility. The research conducted showed that tuberculosis patients could develop information literacy about the need for information about the disease they were suffering from. This ability accesses, evaluates, and utilizes the required information. Fulfilling information needs related to their illness is available through information services available at the health center where their health facility is located or at the referral hospital where they seek treatment.
Adaptasi Alat Ukur Counterproductive Work Behavior
Authors: Hakim Danar Hadi Khoerul , Belinda Devita , Bintang Muhammad , Ravi Muhammad , Nuraviani Rita
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengadaptasi alat ukur Counterproductive Work Behavior (CWB) guna mendapatkan pemahaman yang lebih mendalam mengenai pengukuran CWB. Metode penelitian melibatkan penggunaan alat ukur CWB dengan analisis psikometri, korelasi item-total dan analisis faktor eksploratori (EFA) untuk mengidentifikasi struktur instrumen dan memahami dimensi utama dari CWB. Kriteria partisipan dalam penelitian ini mencakup karyawan yang sedang aktif bekerja dalam rentang usia 18 sampai 62 tahun, di berbagai lembaga dan institusi. Hasil Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) menunjukkan identifikasi empat faktor utama, yaitu Poor Behavior, Misuse of Organizational Resources, Inappropriate Communication, dan Violation of Organizational Norms. Alat ukur yang dikembangkan juga diuji reliabilitasnya menggunakan estimasi Alpha untuk memastikan keandalan yaitu sebesar 0.976
Project-based learning (PjBL) strategies with gamification
Authors: Fazarini Putri Fadilla Azzahra , Soepriyanto Yerry , Praherdhiono Henry
Published: September 2024

This research aims to develop and test the effectiveness of the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) learning model integrated with gamification (G-PJBL) to increase student engagement and learning outcomes in Graphic and Visual Media courses. The background to this research is the low graduation rate of students in this course due to the diverse backgrounds and abilities of students. PjBL research with Gamification activities uses the ASSURE development model, which contains six stages. Construction is carried out sequentially according to the plans that have been made. Research data was obtained from validation by learning design experts, observations during learning, and student learning outcomes. The development of PjBL with gamification activities has had a positive impact on increasing student engagement and motivation. The research results show that the well-structured G-PJBL syntax follows student needs. Validation by learning design experts shows that the learning design is feasible. In addition, the research results show that G-PJBL can increase student engagement and learning motivation and improve their learning achievement. This model can be applied to other courses that require student involvement and creativity. AbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan dan menguji efektivitas model pembelajaran Project-Based Learning (PjBL) yang diintegrasikan dengan gamifikasi (G-PJBL) untuk meningkatkan keterlibatan dan hasil belajar mahasiswa pada mata kuliah Media Grafis dan Visual. Latar belakang penelitian ini adalah rendahnya tingkat kelulusan mahasiswa pada mata kuliah tersebut karena beragamnya latar belakang dan kemampuan mahasiswa. Penelitian PjBL dengan kegiatan Gamification menggunakan model pengembangan ASSURE yang berisi 6 tahapan yang digunakan. Pembangunan dilakukan secara berurutan sesuai dengan rencana yang telah dibuat. Data penelitian diperoleh dari validasi ahli desain pembelajaran, observasi selama pembelajaran, dan hasil belajar mahasiswa. Pengembangan PjBL dengan kegiatan gamification memberikan dampak positif terhadap peningkatan engagement dan motivasi mahasiswa. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sintaks G-PJBL yang dikembangkan telah sesuai dengan kebutuhan mahasiswa dan terstruktur dengan baik. Validasi ahli desain pembelajaran menunjukkan bahwa desain pembelajaran layak untuk diterapkan. Selain itu, hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa G-PJBL mampu meningkatkan keterlibatan dan motivasi belajar mahasiswa, serta meningkatkan prestasi belajar mereka. Model ini dapat diterapkan pada mata kuliah lain yang membutuhkan keterlibatan dan kreativitas mahasiswa.Kata Kunci: berbasis proyek; gamifikasi; PjBL; strategi pembelajaran; teknologi pendidikan
Interrelation between report book and teacher performance
Authors: Subran Witzir Sumadisastro , Wahyudin Dinn , Susanti Lia , Najmudin Dudun
Published: September 2024

Teacher report cards are a means of communication and evaluation between the principal and teachers that can improve teacher performance and impact student learning achievement. SDIT Nurul 'Ilmi Jambi has implemented teacher report cards for over ten years, which are given at the beginning of each month along with the receipt of monthly teacher rights. This study aims to determine the relationship or influence of report cards on the performance of SDIT Nurul 'Ilmi Jambi teachers. This study uses a mixed method, where data collection is carried out by distributing questionnaires. Then, to analyze the data, SPSS tools are used with validity tests, reliability tests, and Spearman rank correlation tests. In the qualitative method, interviews were conducted with teachers to determine the factors that contribute to teacher performance. The study's results indicate that there is a relationship or influence of report cards on the performance of SDIT Nurul 'Ilmi Jambi teachers, and there is a powerful positive influence. Other things that influence teacher performance based on the interview results are awareness, concern, and spiritual values such as sincerity and charity for the teacher himself. AbstrakRapor guru merupakan sarana komunikasi dan evaluasi antara kepala sekolah dan guru yang dapat meningkatkan kinerja guru serta akan berdampak kepada prestasi belajar siswa. SDIT Nurul ‘Ilmi Jambi telah melaksanakan penerapan rapor guru selama lebih dari 10 tahun yang diberikan pada tiap awal bulan bersamaan dengan penerimaan hak bulanan guru. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan atau pengaruh rapor terhadap kinerja guru SDIT Nurul ‘Ilmi Jambi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode campuran (mixed methods), di mana pengumpulan data dilakukan menyebarkan kuesioner, kemudian untuk menganalisis data digunakan alat bantu berupa SPSS dengan uji validitas, uji reliabilitas, dan uji korelasi rank spearman. Sedangkan metode kualitatif, dilakukan wawancara dengan guru untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang berkontribusi terhadap kinerja guru. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan atau pengaruh rapor terhadap kinerja guru SDIT Nurul ‘Ilmi Jambi dan adanya pengaruh positif sangat kuat. Hal lain yang memengaruhi kinerja guru dari hasil wawancara adalah kesadaran, kepedulian, dan nilai-nilai spiritualitas seperti keikhlasan dan amal jariyah bagi guru itu sendiri.Kata Kunci: guru sekolah dasar; rapor guru; sekolah dasar