bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Management of Plant-parasitic Nematodes Infesting Pomegranate and Guava
Authors: Chandrawat B.S. , Kanwar Harshraj , Pervez Rashid , Siddiqui A.U.
Published: August 2022

Pomegranate and guavas are two important commercial fruit crops grown in India. These fruit crop plants can be attacked by insect pests, plant pathogens, and plant-parasitic nematodes, which can reduce the quality and quantity of fruit production. Diseases caused by plant-parasitic nematodes are of great economic importance. Many species of plant-parasitic nematodes are found associated with pomegranates and guavas. Root-knot nematodes, Meloidogyne incognita and M. javanica are among the economically important nematode pests of pomegranates in the world as well as India. In India, these nematodes are a serious problem in Maharashtra state. Guava orchards are facing symptoms of sudden decline and loss in productivity due to heavy infestation of a highly pathogenic species of root-knot nematode, M. enterolobii. The root-knot nematode is spreading to new areas through infected pomegranate and guava saplings. Management of this nematode is a challenge because of its polyphagous nature and ability to survive on weed hosts. Different scientific management strategies are discussed in this chapter.
Nematode Pests of Plantation Crops
Authors: Pervez Rashid , Kumar Raj
Published: August 2022

The coconut palms grown in homestead and plantation situations suffer
considerable damage due to infestation by plant-parasitic nematodes right from the
seedling stage. Many plant feeder nematodes have been reported from coconut.
Economically, the most important key nematode pest in India is the burrowing
nematode, Radopholus similis, a migratory endoparasite causing typical root lesions
and rotting symptoms on tender roots. An extensive, widespread occurrence was
recorded in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, causing a 30% yield loss in the
coconut cropping system. Root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne spp., the devastating
nematode pest of vegetables, spices, medicinal and fruit intercrop/mixed crops under
coconut cropping system, also caused significant yield loss. This chapter discussed
symptoms caused by nematode pests and different management practices.
Nanotechnology Mediated Soil Microorganisms
Authors: Ahmad F. , Ahmad S.
Published: August 2022

Biochemical interactions of nanoparticulate materials in the environment
present a fairly complex situation due to a large number of available biochemical
pathways. Insufficient knowledge about the interaction mechanisms involved means
most of the experimental observations gathered are mixed up with ambiguous results.
Taking the example of nanotechnology-enabled agriculture in the future, several
beneficial impacts of green chemistry-based nanoparticulates (NPs) are expected to
improve disease-tolerant crops with better yields. The critical issues involved in
designing a plan of action in this context are briefly introduced in the present chapter
after describing the agricultural bioorganisms and nanoparticulate species entering
industrial plants on a large scale. This chapter aims to excite the imaginations of the
readers by contributing to the future development of nanoagriculture.
Intellectual Property Rights, Regulatory Laws, WTO, and its Impact
Authors: Devi Bineeta , Kumar Ashutosh , Maurya K.R.
Published: August 2022

This document examines major economic issues for intellectual property
rights protection (IPRs) in the context of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The
idea is to look back on the establishment of TRIPS (trade-related aspects of intellectual
property rights), which is an ongoing success of the Uruguay Round debate on free
trade. This paper reviews the economic concept of harmonizing IPRs, drawing
attention to economic theory and strong emerging evidence. The concept of linking IPR
protection with trade in the context of the WTO is also being explored. Particular
attention has been paid to the results of TRIPS on new agricultural and biotechnology
innovations. The impact of IPR protection on promoting growth and development and
the relationship between IPRs and other economic policies are discussed. This paper
concludes with an analysis of the potential for more (or less) consensus related to IPRs
in the current WTO negotiating cycle.
The Disparities in Patient Portal Use Among Patients With Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases: Retrospective Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Sun Enid Y , Alvarez Carolina , Callahan Leigh F , Sheikh Saira Z
Published: August 2022

Background

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the shift to virtual care became essential for the continued care of patients. Individuals with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) especially require frequent provider visits and close monitoring. To date, there have been limited studies examining inequities in health technology use among patients with RMDs.

Objective

Our goal was to identify characteristics associated with patient portal use before and after the COVID-19 pandemic in a convenience sample of patients with RMDs from a large academic medical center.

Methods

In this cross-sectional study, Epic electronic medical record data were queried to identify established patients of the University of North Carolina Hospitals adult rheumatology clinic between November 1, 2017, through November 30, 2019. Demographic and clinical data were collected to compare MyChart (Epic’s patient portal) users with nonusers before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. MyChart activation and use were modeled using logistic regression and adjusted odds ratios, and confidence intervals were estimated.

Results

We identified 5075 established patients with RMDs who met the inclusion criteria. Prior to the pandemic, we found that younger age (P<.001), suburban residence (P=.05), commercial/state insurance (P<.001), military insurance (P=.05), and median income >US $50,000 (P<.001) were associated with significantly higher odds of MyChart activation. Male sex (P<.001), being of Black or African American (P<.001) or “other” race (P<.001), Spanish as a primary language (P<.001), rural residence (P=.007), Medicaid insurance (P<.001), and median income of <US $25,000 (P=.01) were associated with lower odds of MyChart activation. Following COVID-19, younger age (P<.001), commercial insurance (P=.03), state insurance (P=.02), and median income of US $50,000-75,000 (P=.01) were associated with significantly higher odds of MyChart use. However, being of Black or African American (P<.001) or “other” race (P=.01), Spanish as a primary language (P=.002), male sex (P=.004), rural residence (P=.005), and having no insurance (P<.001) or Medicaid (P=.008) were associated with lower odds of MyChart use.

Conclusions

Residence in a rural area, being of minority race/ethnicity, older age, male sex, lower median income, Medicaid, being uninsured, and non-English primary language are associated with lower odds of patient portal activation and use. Future health policy and clinical practice measures should focus on reducing barriers to health technology adoption among these groups.
Telepalliation Facilitates a Sense of Security for Patients With Terminal Illnesses (Preprint)
Authors: Sigaard Jarl Voss Andersen , Christensen Hanne Aagaard , Skov Sanne Broch , Petrini Laura , Henneberg Nanna Celina , Nielsen Celine Bejstrup , Dinesen Birthe
Published: August 2022

BACKGROUND

Each year, an estimated 20 million people worldwide are in need of palliative care. The main diagnosis of people needing palliative care is cancer, followed by cardiovascular disease and chronical obstructive lung disease. The web-based telepalliation program and digital platform (offering video consultation, treatment planning, patient-reported outcomes, chat forum, and information on palliation) was developed through a participatory design process involving patients, their relatives, health care professionals, and researchers.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to pilot-test the telepalliation program during the COVID-19 pandemic.

METHODS

The case study is used as the overall method for the study. The theoretical framework is the Antonovsky “Sense of Coherence” theory. A triangulation of data collection techniques was used: documents (home pages and documents on palliative care) were studied; participant observation was carried out in patients’ homes (n=16 hours); and semistructured qualitative interviews were carried out with 3 women (ages 46-73 years) and 3 men (aged 64-80 years). Of the 6 patients, 4 were diagnosed with cancer and 2 with cardiovascular diseases. The interviews were recorded and analyzed. We followed 7 subjects and conducted 6 interviews; 1 patient dropped out due fatigue.

RESULTS

Patients participating in the telepalliation program articulated their experiences in terms of the following themes: a sense of security; a sense of coherence; a feeling that the telepalliation platform facilitates continuity and better communication with health care professionals across sectors; a sense of easier access to the palliative team; and a feeling that their spouse and family were more integrated into the care process, because they could participate in difficult dialogues with the palliative team via video link.

CONCLUSIONS

Preliminary findings indicate that patients participating in a telepalliation program experience a sense of security, coherence in their care process, and integrated care across sectors for the individual patients. Further research is needed on the potential benefits and drawbacks of telepalliation.
User experiences of an American-adapted moderated online social media platform for first-episode psychosis: Qualitative analysis (Preprint)
Authors: Pokowitz Elena L. , Stiles Bryan J. , Thomas Riya , Bullard Katherine E. , Ludwig Kelsey A. , Gleeson John F. , Alvarez-Jimenez Mario , Perkins Diana O. , Penn David L.
Published: August 2022

BACKGROUND

Increasingly, digital technology is used to engage individuals with first episode psychosis (FEP) with continued evidence-based recovery support beyond traditional outpatient mental health settings. Young people with FEP respond positively to the idea of receiving mental health support online, with many actively seeking information about and support for their mental illness through social media. Based on the moderated online social therapy (MOST) model and informed by self-determination theory (SDT), the Horyzons USA digital intervention blends interactive therapy material, peer-to-peer social networking, and expert moderation.

OBJECTIVE

The current study sought to qualitatively characterize the experiences of American users in a recent open trial of the Horyzons platform.

METHODS

Twenty users on Horyzons USA completed semi-structured interviews at post-treatment, 12 weeks after their orientation to the platform. The interview guide was built around questions addressing (1) the platform, (2) their online therapist, and (3) the peer workers and community space to elicit expressions of specific user experiences across different aspects of the platform in addition to potential suggestions for improvement. A hybrid inductive-deductive coding strategy was used to conduct a thematic analysis of the data.

RESULTS

The authors identified seven prominent themes of user experiences with Horyzons USA which were subsequently mapped onto one or more of the three primary components of SDT: Autonomy, competence, and relatedness.

CONCLUSIONS

Features of the platform itself as well as inter- and intra-personal factors supported autonomous use of Horyzons. Users also reflected that their perceived competence in social settings as well as their competence in managing mental health, was increased respectively by the familiarity, privacy, and perceived safety of the platform and an emphasis on personalized therapeutic content. We additionally found that users expressed satisfaction of a need for relatedness by the behaviors or traits of their online therapists or accessing shared experiences with peers and peer support specialists (PSS). This sense of community was further facilitated by bi-weekly virtual get-togethers which promoted further confidence in social settings. Users also described aspects of Horyzons USA that challenged their satisfaction of autonomy, competence, and relatedness, highlighting potential areas for future iteration of the platform’s content and interface. Based on these findings, Horyzons USA is a promising digital tool that provides young adults with psychosis with the means to access tailored therapy material on demand and a supportive digital community to aid in the recovery process.
Hybrid Artificial Neural Networks for Electricity Consumption Prediction
Authors: Manfredini Ricardo Augusto
Published: August 2022

We present a comparative study of electricity consumption predictions using the SARIMAX method (Seasonal Auto Regressive Moving Average eXogenous variables), the HyFis2 model (Hybrid Neural Fuzzy Inference System) and the LSTNetA model (Long and Short Time series Network Adapted), a hybrid neural network containing GRU (Gated Recurrent Unit), CNN (Convolutional Neural Network) and dense layers, specially adapted for this case study. The comparative experimental study developed showed a superior result for the LSTNetA model with consumption predictions much closer to the real consumption. The LSTNetA model in the case study had a rmse (root mean squared error) of 198.44, the HyFis2 model 602.71 and the SARIMAX method 604.58.
Analysis of Pharmacotherapy in Patients Assisted by a Long Stay Institution Located in the city of Montes Claros – MG
Authors: Soares Paloma Pinheiro , Fonseca Thamara Leite , Maia Ivana Pereira David , Andrade Valéria Farias , Ruas Luis Paulo Ribeiro , Figueiredo Flávio Júnior Barbosa , Guimarães Talita Antunes , Pinheiro Thaisa de Almeida , Pinheiro Thales de Almeida
Published: August 2022

Introduction: The longevity of the population observed in the last decades, associated with the growth of chronic-degenerative diseases has increased the need for polytherapy in the elderly population. Studies show that each elderly person uses an average of four to six medications, which increases with age, characterizing a complex therapy that needs pharmacotherapeutic follow-up to avoid the occurrence of problems related to the use of medications (PRM). Objective: To analyze the pharmacotherapy of patients assisted by a long - term institution located in the city of Montes Claros - MG. Methodology: The study presents a transversal and descriptive character. The data were obtained from a clinical interview with the application of a Standardized Form by the Federal Council of Pharmacy for Pharmaceutical Consultation, analysis of medical records and patient records, after proper approval by the Ethics and Research Committee. Results and Discussion: During the study the pharmacotherapy of 40 elderly patients was analyzed, A total of 145 drug - related problems (DRPs) were identified and classified into 14 categories, with the most frequent being drug - drug interaction, inadequate frequency or times of administration, drug - food interaction and inappropriate or contraindicated drug prescription ( 10%). Conclusions: It was concluded that a great number of problems related to the use of drugs were detected, putting at risk the health of the elderly.
The integrated administrative development region of polo Petrolina/PE - Juazeiro/BA and its creative cities
Authors: Oliveira Lidiany Cavalcante de , Pacheco Clecia Simone G. Rosa
Published: August 2022

The creative city is one of the ways found by UNESCO to highlight new ways for cities to carry out their economic processes, related or applied in the routines of the regions. The objective of this study was to identify the characteristics that make the Integrated Region of Economic Development (RIDE) of the Petrolina Pole (PE) - Juazeiro (BA) a potential candidate for a vacancy in the select group of the Creative Cities Network - RCC of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). In addition, it was intended to point out the benefits of the insertion of the region in this network, which, among other objectives, seeks cooperation between cities, cultural, tourist, creative, economic development, and the reduction of social inequalities, through the Creative Economy. Thus, it is a qualitative, exploratory, descriptive, and bibliographical research, where for its development was used the systematic literature review (RSL) in order to meet relevant criteria. The main findings indicate that the RIDE region of Petrolina has characteristics and elements such as transport infrastructure and socio-environmental and cultural potential that can make it a hub of creative economic development.
Trees Outside Forests in Tamil Nadu, India – An Overview
Authors: Saravanan S.
Published: August 2022

The tree resource outside the forest (TOF) is a highly diverse and locally different natural renewable resource. In many regions they play a prominent role in securing rural livelihoods viz., provision of small timber, firewood, fodder, fruits, medicinal value, etc. Agroforestry systems are multifunctional systems that can provide a wide range of economic, socio cultural and environmental benefits. Agroforestry can be particularly important for smallholder farmers because it generates diverse products and services on a limited land area. Agroforestry practices in Tamil Nadu (TN), India, have existed since time immemorial and are evidenced in all parts of the state with less or no scientific management. Agroforestry research is a new field that is getting momentum in recent times due to popularization of industrial agroforestry. In the present context, to meet the national target of forest cover (33%) and to reduce pressure on natural forests, agroforestry plays a vital role and provides additional income to the farming community. This article aims to provide an insight into agroforestry practices in TN, including reasons for opting them, problems faced, etc. It also provides information on agroclimatic zone-wise tree species and agroforestry systems being practised by farmers.
Teachers’ Multiple Role-Promoting Learners’ Autonomy in Communication Skills
Authors: Meenambal D. S. , Meenakshi Dr. S.
Published: August 2022

The main goal of the research encompasses learner autonomy or learner-centered learning. The majority of teachers employ traditional teaching methods and teacher-centered classroom practices. The shift of conventional methods of instruction into self-directed learning or interactional techniques Therefore, first and foremost, teachers' roles need to be changed as managers, supervisors, resource persons, and counsellors. This will enhance independent learning among students by encouraging collaboration, coordination, and a strong bond between learners and teachers. There are several affective factors to consider, such as family, institutional expectations, a lack of background circumstance, a lack of strategic involvement, logistical limitations, assessment pressure, and so forth. Data gathered from fifty teachers for the study was analysed in order to find teachers' perspectives on how to support and promote autonomous learning in their classrooms. Moreover, the findings showed that institutional norms and a lack of teaching strategies hindered learner autonomy. In addition, the teachers suggested approaches to improve their professional development programmes to conduct, which can improve their own qualities as teachers and also help to develop the learner's autonomy. Evidently, it supports teachers and students to promote an independent learning process.
The Hurdles of Denotation and Connotation to Non-Native English Learners
Authors: Salman Dina Mohammed
Published: August 2022

The present study is an attempt to look for the problems of utilizing the same words with different meanings in various situations to express different attitudes by non-native leaners of English language. The researcher has provided some examples about the everyday life throughout this article by referring to their different positive and negative and even neutral meanings. In addition, the researcher tries to explain some reasons which affect the difference between the surface and the intended meanings of words according to their usages in different situations.
Performative Aspects of Mahesh Dattani’s Plays
Authors: D. Mapari Ms. Dimple , Khandelwal Shankarlal
Published: August 2022

Modern theatre in India comprises mainly of English, Hindi, Marathi and Hinglish (comprising of a mix of Hindi and English dialogues) plays. English theatre was brought to India during the British rule and was watched mostly by art connoisseurs of the rich, upper class. This, however, changed after independence, as, many Indians entered the fray and theatre slowly became open for common people too. The post-independence Indian English drama is notable for a wide range of subjects treated, issues presented and also it takes into its compass some globally appealing issues. It displays a remarkable growth and maturity. Mahesh Dattani is a dynamic dramatist, a professional Baratnatyam dancer, a drama teacher, a stage director, and an actor. A person, who has touched almost every aspect of the theatre and has received the first ‘SahityaAkadami Award’ (1998) for writing in English, he is rightly called the successor of Girish Karnad for his innovations in dialogue writing, pragmatic stage decorations, light arrangements, etc. One of his major contributions is that he has infused actability into Indian drama in English. It seems that, all the limitations, which in a way marred the beauty of Indian English theatre down the decades, are finally overcome. As Reena Mitra observes, ‘Dattani confidently challenges the traditional denotations and connotations of the words’ India’ and ‘Indians’.1 What makes his plays ‘performance oriented’ are his dramatic techniques. The paper intends to focus upon the aspects which make his drama stand out.
Eco- Feminism in Arundathi Roy’s the Ministry of Utmost Happiness: A Critique
Authors: Dasthagiri Bandisula , Ankanna Dr.
Published: August 2022

Eco-feminists believe strongly that nature and women have a bond as they share patriarchal oppression. Social-feminists differ from Eco-feminists in that Eco-feminism focuses on the role of gender in political economy. Eco-feminism emerged during the second wave of feminism in the United States between the 1970s and 1980s. Women perceive an interrelationship between classism, sexism, racism and environmental damage. Just as feminists struggled to eradicate gender discrimination, there is a need to overcome the challenges that climatic change has on humanity. Human oppression is linked with the exploitation of nature, hence it is considered a feminist issue. Eco-feminism uses the basic tenets of feminism to achieve equality between genders. Eco-feminists are of the idea that nature has to be maintained with mutual care and co-operation. Eco-feminism is an academic and activist movement which tries to eliminate exploitation of nature by human beings and any kind of exploitation of any kind. Some contemporary Indian novelists not only investigate female oppression, but also the biological, psychological, and social environment. Arundathi Roy is a contemporary Indian English writer who is acclaimed as a political activist and eco-feminist writer. In this paper, an attempt is made to unravel the demise of some birds and animals due to unethical modernization through scientific technology and also through re-habitation in Roy’s second novel, The Ministry of Utmost Happiness. This paper also traces how embracing nature can change the issues of gender as well.
Antibiotic Resistance in Proteus mirabilis: Mechanism, Status, and Public Health Significance
Authors: Alqurashi Ebtehal , Elbanna Khaled , Ahmad Iqbal , Abulreesh Hussein H.
Published: August 2022

Proteus mirabilis is a specific opportunistic pathogen of many infections including urinary tract infections (UTIs). Risk factors are linked with the acquisition of multidrug-resistant (MDR) to 3 or more classes of antimicrobials) strains. The resistance in extended-spectrum alpha-lactamase is rare, but the rising resistance in extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing strains is a matter of concern. β-lactamases and antibiotic modifying enzymes mainly constitute the ESBLs resistance mechanism by hydrolyzing the antibiotics. Mutation or Porin loss could lead to the reduced permeability of antibiotics, enhanced efflux pump activity hindering the antibiotic access to the target site, antibiotic failure to bind at the target site because of the target modification, and lipopolysaccharide mutation causing the resistance against polymyxin antibiotics. This review aimed to explore various antimicrobial resistance mechanisms in Proteus mirabilis and their impact on public health status.
Integrated Energy Planning for Energy Management for Sustainable Development in Rural Areas: A Case Study of Jharkhand Village
Authors: Kumar A , Prasad Umesh , Ohdar Raj Kumar
Published: August 2022

Abstract: The goal of an energy audit is to balance overall energy inputs with total energy outputs, as well as to locate all energy streams in a site. Recent years have seen a rise in concern about environmental degradation and energy security, which has increased the importance of new and renewable energy sources. The problem will be exacerbated by the rapid depletion of fossil fuel reserves, the poor quality of fuels, the high cost of basic materials plus transportation costs, and, above all, the harm to the environment caused through the use of conventional sources of energy. Clean and green energy, which are non-conventional and renewable energy sources that are environmentally friendly and pollution-free, have arisen as major alternatives to traditional energy sources in such circumstances. Alternative energy sources such as wind, solar energy (thermal and photovoltaic), biomass, and hybrid sources all will contribute significantly to increase power capacity. Private investments, which are encouraged by policies created by the Central and State governments, make up the majority of investment. The Integrated Rural Energy Planning (IREP) Program's goals are to provide rural residents' minimal household energy demands for lighting, heating, and cooking. This paper presents a case study of IREP Programme implemented in the village of Ranchi and Hazaribag districts of Jharkhand state and future energy planning with available resources.
Differences in Viewership of DTH and OTT on the Basis of Gender
Authors: Chitre Ms. Jui , Mahale Ms. Janhavi , Mazgaonkar Ms. Sahifa Moosa Muradbi
Published: August 2022

Abstract: Gender differences vary from culture to culture due to societal norms. OTT services and DTH services have various parameters, which have been considered to understand the preferences that individuals have, and if these are influenced due to gender. Objectives - This research was conducted to understand the relationship between the gender of the respondents to their preference for entertainment platforms and content availability, content quality, affordability, and customer service of DTH and OTT services. Methods - Primary data for this particular research was collected through a Google Form questionnaire and the sample size included a total of 307 respondents. The research was analytical in nature. The data collected was analyzed using the Pearson Chi Square test to understand the relationship between our chosen variables, used to test the hypotheses. Conclusion - It was found that there was no significant association between the gender of individual participants and their preference for entertainment platforms and content availability, content quality, affordability, and customer service of the entertainment services.
Movie Recommendation System Using TF-IDF Vectorization and Cosine Similarity
Authors: Snigdha PV. , Naveen M. , Rahul S. , Sujatha Dr. C. N. , Pradeep Mr. P.
Published: August 2022

Abstract: The internet has widened the horizons of numerous areas to engage and share relevant information in recent years. As it is said, everything has its advantages and disadvantages, thus with the increase in the field comes data saturation and data extraction difficulties. The suggestion system is critical in overcoming this challenge. Its purpose is to improve the user's experience by providing quick and comprehensible suggestions. Because of its ability to provide improved amusement, a movie suggestion is vital in our personal interaction. Users might be recommended a collection of movies depending on their interests or the appeal of the films. A recommendation system is being used to make suggestions for things to buy or see. They comb through a big database of information to lead people to the things that can suit their demands. A recommender system, also known as a recommendation engine or platform, is a type of data filtering system that attempts to forecast a user's "rating" or "preference" for an item. They're mostly employed for business purposes. This project outlines a method for providing users with generic options based on film popularity and/or theme.
Legal Text Mining Using Legal Judgements
Authors: Martins Crystal Coral , Gawde Dr. Gajanan
Published: August 2022

Abstract: Rapid advancements in digital data acquisition techniques have led to massive amounts of data. Above 80 percent of today’s data is composed of unstructured or semi-structured data. The discovery of appropriate patterns and trends to analyse the text documents from massive volume of data is a big issue. Thus, text mining is believed to have high commercial value. Text mining is the process of extracting useful patterns from text data which plays an effective role in decision making task. Here, we will use the legal judgements as the input document then we will apply cosine similarity method to see which judgements are similar and finally we will develop a web application in which the user can search for a particular judgement.
Ten Key Factors for Making Educational and Instructional Videos
Authors: Guy Julia , McNally Michael B
Published: August 2022

Drawing on experiences in creating instructional videos for multiple projects, this reflective article discusses a ten-factor framework for the practical benefit of educators wishing to develop educational videos for audiences both within and outside of academic contexts. Informed by literature on best practices in video design from both cognitive scientists and other instructional video creators, the article emphasizes that there is no universal approach to making design decisions. The article explores key questions and tensions in the development process through a consideration of the elements of audience, purpose, resources, scripting, visuals, accessibility, interactivity, distribution, sustainability, and execution.Résumé Cet article de réflexion s’appuie sur des expériences acquises lors de la création de vidéos pédagogiques pour de multiples projets. L’objectif de l’article est de présenter un guide en dix points en vue d’aider les éducateurs désirant créer des vidéos pédagogiques destinées à des publics tant académiques que non-académiques. Pour atteindre son but, l’article se rapporte à la littérature sur les meilleures pratiques en matière de conception vidéo provenant à la fois de spécialistes des sciences cognitives et d’autres créateurs de vidéos éducatives. En même temps, il souligne qu’il n’y a pas une seule approche universelle pour prendre des décisions sur la réalisation de vidéos pédagogiques. L’article explore les questions et les tensions clés de cette réalisation en examinant les éléments suivants : public, objectif, ressources, scénario, éléments visuels, accessibilité, interactivité, distribution, durabilité et exécution.
The View of Lithuania by the French Communist Party Newspaper L’Humanité (1944–1948)
Authors:   Université Sorbonne Nouvelle, Kabašinskaitė Akvilė ,   Vytautas Magnus University
Published: August 2022

The article examines the attitude of the French Communist Party towards Lithuania in 1944–1948, when the party was at the height of its popularity. The analysis of their press also reveals Soviet propaganda against Lithuania in France during this period. Mostly through a series of party newspaper L’Humanité articles and French diplomatic archives, it seeks to uncover the ways in which the French Communists supported the Soviet annexation of Lithuania in the information war in France and the impact this had on French politics.
Nacionālie partizāni vai nelegālisti? Haralda Ģederta grupas dalībnieku piemērs Valmieras un Valkas rajonā (1946–1955)
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Ratnieks Reinis
Published: August 2022

Rakstā aplūkotas problēmas līdzšinējos mēģinājumos Latvijas historiogrāfijā definēt nacionālās bruņotās pretošanās kustības dalībniekus. To akcentēšanai izmantota ar nacionālās pretošanās kustību saistītas personu grupas piemērs, kuras darbība nav uzskatāma par nacionālo pretošanos. Temata izpētes rezultātā var secināt, ka līdz šim Latvijas historiogrāfijā izvirzītajās definīcijās nacionālās bruņotās pretošanās kustības dalībnieka jēdziens ir skaidrots nepilnīgi. Ar definīcijas problēmu zināmā mērā saistīts statusa un būtības jautājums, proti, atsevišķos gadījumos konstatējamā atšķirība starp personas formālu piederību nacionālās pretošanās kustībai un šīs personas motivāciju dalībai tajā, kas varēja būt nesaistīta ar kustības mērķi.
Прогнозирование деградации остаточной прочности при циклическом нагружении слоистых композитов
Authors:   Московский авиационный институт, Стрижиус В. Е.
Published: August 2022

Представлен краткий обзор и анализ трех хорошо известных моделей деградации остаточной прочности слоистых композитов: модели Шаффа и Дэвидсона, модели деградации нормализованной прочности и модели прогрессивного усталостного повреждения. Сделан вывод о целесообразности формирования новой, специальной модели с целью получения приемлемой точности и трудоемкости инженерных оценок остаточной прочности при циклическом нагружении слоистых композитов. Предложены основные соотношения такой модели. Проведена верификация соотношений предложенной модели на примере расчетных оценок остаточной прочности образцов со свободным отверстием из углепластика AS4/3501­6 [0°/±45°/90°]s4. Результаты предложенной модели сравнены с полученными по модели деградации нормализованной прочности и модели прогрессивного усталостного повреждения.
UJI PEMANFAATAN LIMBAH CAIR LAUNDRY MENJADI PUPUK CAIR
Authors: Yahya Husnawati
Published: August 2022

Recently, more industrial activities was developed like household industries. Which one of it is household industries is laundry business. Laundry business generate liquid waste from washing clothes activities with using detergent. Laundry liquid waste is a source of pollution which it can decreasely the equality of the environment. A large amount of laundry liquid waste is discarded into environment. Therefore, it can be used as a liquid fertilizer, one of the pollutants within laundry liquid waste is phosphate and it derived from Sodium TripolyPhosphate (STPP) which is one of the ingredients in detergents and as a second most important element after surfactants. The purpose of this study was to determine the whether effect of the utilization of the laundry liquid waste as liquid  fertilizer on the C/N ratio and to find out the quality of liquid fertilizer used meet the quality standards of liquid fertilizer in the Peraturan Menteri Pertanian No. 70 of 2011 concerning Fertilizers, Biological Fertilizers and Soil Improvements. The method used was fermentation with the addition of bioactivator EM4 and molasses as nutrients, and the fermentation results were tested at the Laboratory Balai Riset Dan Standardisasi Industri (BARISTAND) Banda Aceh. The research sampling location is at sT. Panglima Nyak Makam, Lampineng. Parameters tested were pH, carbon, nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium. The results showed that at a concentration of EM 20 ml, pH levels were 4,7, carbon organic levels were 3.250%, nitrogen levels were 0.040%, phosphate levels were 0.014% and potassium levels were 1.489%, the result of these concentration were better than other variations in concentration EM4 like 40, 60, 80 and 100 ml for increasing nutrients levels in laundry liquid waste.
KAJIAN POTENSI DAUR ULANG, TIMBULAN DAN KOMPOSISI SAMPAH DI KAWASAN PERKANTORAN KABUPATEN ACEH TAMIANG
Authors: Yeggi Darnas  , Muhammad Nizar  , Maulina Irwandi
Published: August 2022

Penumpukan sampah di kawasan perkantoran Kabupaten Aceh Tamiang telah menimbulkan permasalahan lingkungan yaitu menurunnya nilai estetika dan menimbulkan penyakit. Pengelolaan sampah di kawasan ini dapat dilakukan sebagai upaya pengelolaan lingkungan, salah satu solusi permasalahan tersebut adalah menghitung potensi daur ulang sampah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui timbulan sampah yang dihasilkan, komposisi sampah, dan potensi daur ulang sampah di kawasan perkantoran ini. Metode perhitungan sampel sampah pada penelitian ini diambil dari studi lapangan dan diperoleh analisis data berupa timbulan sampah, komposisi sampah, dan potensi daur ulang sampah. Sampah yang dihasilkan perkantoran 0,0198 kg/orang/hari, Bank 0,0039 kg/orang/hari, sekolah 0,0016 kg/orang/hari, Masjid 0,0127 kg/orang/hari, kantin 0,0339 kg/orang/hari, sarana olahraga 0,0193 kg/orang/hari, taman 0,0083 kg/orang/hari, jalan 0,0032 kg/orang/hari. Komposisi sampah terbanyak di kawasan ini adalah sampah organik sebesar 62,20%, sampah anorganik 33,53%, komponen sampah yang paling dominan adalah sisa makanan 26,97%. potensi daur ulang terbesar adalah dari sampah makanan 27,67% dan sampah plastik 18,60%. Adapun nilai jual harian sampah pada kawasan ini yaitu Rp. 20.370,25. Berdasarkan hasil yang diperoleh maka sampah yang paling berpotensi untuk didaur ulang yaitu sampah Anorganik dengan komponen plastik, dan sampah organik berupa sisa makanan yang dapat dijadikan pupuk kompos.
PEMANFAATAN BITTERN SEBAGAI KOAGULAN ALTERNATIF PENGOLAHAN LIMBAH CAIR DOMESTIK GAMPONG TIBANG KOTA BANDA ACEH
Authors: Khatimah Husnul , Rahmi Rizna , Muhammad Ashari Teuku
Published: August 2022

Domestic liquid waste contains high organic matter when it enters the body of water causing environmental pollution. Utilization of natural coagulants such as bittern can be used in the process of processing domestic liquid waste. This study was conducted to be able to know the effectiveness and optimum dose of bittern biocoagulants in lowering the levels of turbidity, TSS, COD and BOD in domestic wastewater. Based on the initial test results of domestic wastewater pH values of 7.2 turbidity, TSS, and COD of 70 NTU, 326 mg/L, and 716 mg/L and 19.02 mg/L. The results showed that there was an influence on the dose of bittern coagulants 0, 8, 16 and 24 ml/L with stirring times of 30 minutes and 60 minutes. The optimum dose of bittern coagulants in lowering pH, turbidity, TSS, COD and BOD at doses of 24 ml/L amounting to 8.0, 18 NTU, 94 mg/L, 121 mg/L and 9.39 mg/L. Effectiveness of bittern coagulants in domestic liquid waste treatment for pH and BOD levels is as expected because it meets established quality standards, while the parameters of turbidity, COD and BOD results are still passed the quality standards.
PENGARUH FERMENTASI LIMBAH RUMEN SAPI DAN RAGI TERHADAP PERFORMA KOMPOR BIOGAS
Authors: Yahya Husnawati
Published: August 2022

This study aims to examine the effect of fermenting cow rumen waste and yeast on biogas stove performance. This study uses a quantitative approach with experimental methods starting with the stages of designing, assembling, testing the design results, observing and processing data. In this study, to get good biogas results, it was carried out in a 2:1 ratio pf water mixed with yeast and cow’s rumen. The fermantation process takes 8 to 31 days, during which the cow’s rumen needs to be stirred regularly to prevent solid particles from setting at the bottom of the digester.
b Initio and DFT Investigation of Effect of Substituent at the C7 Position of 4-Amino-DANA Sialidase Inhibitor
Authors: Krishnan Chandrasekara
Published: August 2022

Sialic acid is the active site of neuraminidase protein, eventually it cleaves form its substrate via sialsyl cation intermediate and proliferates the viral infection to other cells. On account of weak binding affinity between substrate and receptor, the viral infection communicates to other cells and leads to mortality of humans. DANA is the first sialidase inhibitor formed by the dehydration of the C2 hydroxyl group of sialic acid. The replacement of hydroxyl group at C4 position of DANA by an amino group drastically increases the binding affinity and results 4-amino-DANA inhibitor, which is potent than parent DANA. Crystal structure of DANA shows that several binding sites remain free and it should be explored for more powerful sialidase inhibitors. The current study systematically investigates the effect of substituent on the C7 position of 4-amino-DANA in gas phase and solvent phase as well. X-Ray crystallographic study reveals that the C7 of glycerol side chain remains free. Hence, substituent effect at C7 analysis is carried in search of potent sialidase inhibitors. The abinitio and DFT investigation reveals that guanidinoand methyl group at C7 position drastically increases the binding affinity between substrate and receptor. Hence further investigation of methyl and guanidine derivatives of the 4-amino-DANA could act as a promising candidate for the design and development of sialidase inhibitors. Vaccination for the H1N1 is not effective due to the new viral mutagenic strains and hence, it cannot contain the viral infection.Therefore antiviral drugs will address the limitation of vaccination. The current finding of sialidase antiviral inhibitors will effectively contain the viral infection and prevent the morbidity.
Evaluation of CpG DNA for Increasing Immune Gene Expression in Grouper (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus)
Authors: Jamaluddin Ruqayyah , Sunarti Sunarti , Nursida Nur Fajriani , Suryahman Agus , Tahya Akbar Marzuki
Published: August 2022

CpG DNA merupakan imunostimulan DNA sintetik yang mengandung CpG motif, terdiri dari sekuen pendek satu atau lebih motif CpG dan berperan sebagai danger signal terhadap sistem kekebalan imun natural maupun bawaan. Penelitian bertujuan menganalisa kemampuan CpG DNA untuk meningkatkan ekspresi gen Interleukin 1β (IL1β) pada ikan kerapu macan agar dapat dijadikan sebagai imunostimulan. Analisis tingkat ekspresi gen dilakukan dengan cara mengekstrak RNA organ kepala ginjal yang diberi perlakuan CpG DNA dan perlakuan PBS sebagai kontrol.Sintesis DNA komplementer (cDNA) dilakukan menggunakan kit Ready To Go You Prime FirstStrand Beads (GE Healthcare) dengan teknik RT-PCR. Produk PCR selanjutnya dianalisa dengan UN SCAN IT berdasarkan ketebalan fragmen DNA. Tingkat ekspresi gen serta nilai luminescence photostimulated dari gen IL1β lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan perlakuan PBS sebagai kontrol. Nilai luminescence photostimulated gen IL1β pada perlakuan CpG DNA yaitu 113684 sementarapada perlakuan PBS sebagai kontrol hanya sebesar 95610.
Effect of Maggot (Hermetia illucens) Flour-Based Feeding on Growth and Survival of Giant Mottled Eel (Anguilla marmorata)
Authors: Tantu Fadly Y. , Ikram Jalalludin Moh , Serdiati Novalina , Nilawati Jusri
Published: August 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian pakan berbasis tepung maggot (Hermetia illucens) terhadap pertumbuhan dan kelangsungan hidup ikan sidat (Anguilla marmorata). Organisme uji yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah ikan sidat dengan bobot rata-rata 0,591±0,04 g/ekor. Organisme uji dipelihara selama 35 hari dengan padat tebar 1 ekor/2 L air. Pakan uji yang digunakan yaitu pakan yang menggunakan tepung maggot sebagai sumber protein utama. Perlakuan pada penelitian ini adalah tingkat pemberian pakan berbeda yaitu pemberian 7% dari biomassa (perlakuan A), 9% (perlakuan B), 11% (perlakuan C), dan 13% (perlakuan D). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tingkat pemberian pakan yang berbeda memberikan pengaruh nyata (P<0,05) terhadap pertumbuhan ikan sidat. Pertumbuhan mutlak dan laju pertumbuhan harian tertinggi terjadi pada perlakuan pemberian pakan 11% dari biomassa (perlakuan C) dengan nilai masing-masing 0,143 g dan 0,41%/hari (0,0040 g/hari). Kelangsungan hidup tertinggi (88%) terdapat pada pemberian pakan 7% dari biomassa (perlakuan A) dan terendah (72%) didapatkan pada pemberian pakan 13% dari biomassa (perlakuan D).
Extrafloral nectar as entrée and elaiosomes as main course for ant visitors to a fireprone, mediterranean-climate shrub
Authors: Lamont Byron , Grey James
Published: August 2022

Thousands of plant species produce both extrafloral nectaries (EFNs) on
their leaves and nutrient-rich appendages on their diaspores
(elaiosomes). Although their individual ecology is well-known, any
possible functional link between them has been ignored. Here, we
recognized their co-presence in the shrub, Adenanthos cygnorum
(Proteaceae), and studied their function and interaction. We observed
that ants frequently visit both structures, seeds are attractive to
vertebrate granivores but are released into a leafy cup from where they
are harvested by ants and taken to their nests, from which seeds,
lacking elaiosomes, germinate after fire. We showed that juvenile plants
do not produce EFNs and are not visited by ants. We conclude that EFNs
are not just an indirect adaptation to minimize herbivory via aggressive
ants (or parasitoid wasps) but specifically enhance reproductive success
by inducing ants to visit the plant throughout the year, promoting
discovery of the seasonally available, elaiosome-bearing seeds on the
plant and transporting them to their nests, so avoiding the risk of
granivory should seeds fall to the ground.
Embryo-Splitting und reproduktives Klonen
Authors: Halsband Aurélie
Published: August 2022

Mithilfe der Verfahren des Embryo-Splittings werden unter Laborbedingungen aus einem Embryo mehrere, genetisch identische Embryonen gewonnen. Gegenwärtig wird in Fachbeiträgen debattiert, die in der Nutztierzucht etablierten Verfahren auf die humane Reproduktionsmedizin auszuweiten. Eine solche Anwendung wird derzeit flächendeckend als reproduktives Klonen verstanden und ist in allen Staaten per Gesetz oder Richtlinie untersagt. Bei der Prüfung ausgewählter Einwände gegen die prinzipielle Zulässigkeit einer Anwendung des Embryo-Splittings als assistierter Reproduktionstechnologie zeigt sich, dass sich die Einwände gegen das reproduktive Klonen nicht auf den Fall des Splittings übertragen lassen. Insbesondere liegt dem Splitting nicht die ‚narzisstische‘ Replikation des Genoms einer bereits lebenden Person zugrunde. Die Gleichsetzung mit anderen Formen des reproduktiven Klonens verdeckt darüber hinaus eigene regulative Fragen zum Umgang mit gesplitteten Embryonen, die hinsichtlich einer potenziellen klinischen Anwendung adressiert werden müssen. Schließlich wird deutlich, dass die Maßgabe, Embryonen zu schützen, bisher einseitig als ausreichender Grund für eine restriktive Regulierung des Splittings herangezogen wurde. Diese Argumentation erweist sich in einer pluralistischen Gesellschaft jedoch als unzureichend.
Einleitung zu Serene Khaders Decolonizing Universalism: A Transnational Feminist Ethic
Authors: Hänel Hilkje C. , Schuppert Fabian
Published: August 2022

Serene Khader ist eine der wenigen feministischen Philosoph:innen in der anglosächsischen Philosophie, die sich gezielt mit globaler Ungerechtigkeit und Imperialismus aus Sicht jener Frauen beschäftigen, die von kolonialer und kultureller Herrschaft betroffen sind. Hierbei entlarvt sie eindrucksvoll die oftmals westliche Prägung von Feminismus, Gleichstellungspolitik und Philosophie und verfolgt so das Ziel, die Autonomie und Entscheidungskraft aller Frauen anzuerkennen. So zielt Khader in Decolonizing Universalism: A Transnational Feminist Ethic auf eine Neuausrichtung der feministischen Perspektive, welche es schafft, dekolonial und anti-imperialistisch zu sein, ohne gleichzeitig dem Universalismus komplett abzuschwören. Die folgende Buchdiskussion begibt sich in eine kritische Auseinandersetzung mit Khaders interessanter wie wichtiger Theorie. Einleitend werden wir einen Überblick über Khaders Grundgedanken geben. Es schließen sich kritische Kommentare von Tamara Jugov, Mirjam Müller, Kerstin Reibold sowie Hilkje C. Hänel und Fabian Schuppert an, auf die Serene Khader abschließend antwortet.