bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Breeding Strategies for Improvement of Drought Tolerance in Rice: Recent Approaches, and Future Outlooks
Authors: Madhu Banoth , Sukrutha Bhimireddy , Umil Singh Nunavath , Venkateswarao Govada
Published: October 2023

Rice production is severely limited by drought stress, which causes significant monetary losses. The global climate change is turning into a more significant problem. Enhancing agricultural yield in the drought-prone rainfed areas has become critical in light of the current and projected global food demand. There is a need for rice varieties with drought tolerance in order to achieve the production objective from rainfed areas, and genetic improvement for drought tolerant should be a high priority issue of study in the future. The intricate structure of breeding for drought-tolerant rice varieties makes it a challenging endeavour, and multigenic regulation of drought-tolerant features would be a significant roadblock for the ongoing study. In this chapter, we discussed on the recent crop improvement program for the development of drought-tolerant rice varieties and highlighted the most recent advancements through conventional to molecular breeding level for adaption of cultivars against drought tolerance in rice under different agro-climatic conditions.
Rice Root-Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne graminicola): A Major Menace in Rice Production
Authors: Buthanna Narasimhamurthy Hosahalli , Sehgal Mukesh , Ganesha Naik R.
Published: October 2023

Rice is an important major staple food crop of the world which is affected by various biotic and abiotic stresses. Among biotic stresses, plant parasitic nematodes are considered as major constraints. However, of late, Meloidogyne graminicola has emerged as pest of International importance and it is considered as number one enemy of rice crop. Being a soil borne and hidden organism in rice causes a yield loss up to 80%. Due to its adaptation, distribution, broad host range and ability to survive under different abiotic factors especially physical and chemical properties of soil, such as soil pH, organic carbon, EC, nutrition, temperature, soil type, moisture, etc., The management is a challenging issue due to non-availability of nematicides and also effective management practices all these factors represents, Meloidogyne graminicola a serious menace for rice production. Considering the impact of this nematode in rice production a literature is mainly focusing on distribution, symptoms, biology, survival strategies and management practices.
Feed Sustainability and Efficiency
Authors: Ullah Hafiz
Published: October 2023

As the world population approaches the projected 10 billion thresholds in 2050, it is anticipated that global food demand, particularly for protein, would increase dramatically in the ensuing decades. In terms of absolute and relative growth rates, poultry has outpaced the other major meat types produced globally over the past 50 years. Poultry production is expected to continue to be a significant and expanding sector of meat production due to escalating global demand. Scientists need to rethink their approaches considering the rapidly increasing demand for poultry meat coming from both developed and developing countries worldwide. Several challenges impede the poultry industry’s value chain. Production must be both socially and environmentally responsible in addition to being economically viable. Nutritional improvements for chickens will aid in addressing these problems. It is evident how crucial it is to use a holistic strategy to properly and sustainably transform feed into high-quality poultry protein. Regardless of the time of year, these high-yielding animals need to be able to consistently consume, digest, absorb, and convert enough nutrients to meet their genetic potential. To attain high consistency output with acceptable risk, this task will require improving the usage of existing technology, developing new technology, and expanding our knowledge and information network.
Autogenous Vaccines in the Poultry Industry: A Field Perspective
Authors: Palomino-Tapia Victor
Published: October 2023

Emergent economically important diseases affecting the poultry industry in the face of commercial vaccination programs in place might require custom-made vaccines to be controlled in the field. These custom-made vaccines (“autogenous”), albeit requiring less regulatory burden than fully licensed commercial vaccines, are restricted in their scope and field isolates and can only be used in particular areas/operations. This chapter summarizes field and research experience of the author with some viral and bacterial autogenous vaccine programs (e.g., Avian Reovirus, Fowl Adenovirus, Infectious Bursal Disease Virus, Salmonella enterica spp., Escherichia coli, Clostridium spp.), as well as commentaries on regulations, and adjuvant technologies used in the poultry industry.
Birds as Intrinsic Bio-Indicators for Probing Heavy Metal Contamination Signatures in Polluted Environmental Matrices
Authors: Biswas Sanchari
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study is to provide a comprehensive summary of the major functions of avifauna as bioindicators of contamination and their impact on conservation. Birds have been utilised as bioindicators of contamination globally for a long time. When their functions and numbers are taken into account, bioindicators—species that are used to assess the health of the environment—are capable of evaluating the integrity of the ecosystem. Birds are excellent indicators because they are very noticeable and their existence is simple to spot in any setting. They are also equipped with the ability to fly, so they may flee from an environment if it does not meet their ecological needs. In addition, due to their widespread distribution, individual species are simple to recognise in classification. When their functions and numbers are considered, bioindicators can evaluate the integrity of the ecosystem. Birds are excellent indicators since they are simple to spot and observe in any environment. Although necessary for life, heavy metals can be harmful at high levels and disrupt behaviour and productive function. They can also be easily ingested and biomagnified through food or the food chain. Therefore, the use of birds as bioindicators depends on the features of interest and the resources available for ecological evaluation, which encourages the conservation of bird species for the next generation.
Untangling the Relationship between Innovation and Agility
Authors: L. Francis David , Woodcock Mike
Published: October 2023

Many governments, global management consultancies, university researchers and top executives have strongly advocated that either Innovation or Agility is essential for twenty first century enterprises (both commercial and not-for-profit). However, the similarities and differences between Innovation and Agility, and how they interrelate, has been explored less frequently. In this chapter we explore Innovation and Agility by examining two cases where they were mission-critical during a period of extreme disruption due to VUCA (volatile + uncertain + complex + ambiguous) conditions. Using data from our case examples we suggest a specification of the contingency factors that determine where Innovation and/or Agility are likely to be beneficial. From a theoretical perspective we propose that Innovation and Agility are usefully viewed as instruments for deploying clusters of micro-foundations of Dynamic Capabilities, hence contributing to the development of middle-range theories of action. We conclude by reflecting on the implications of our study for researchers, teachers and managers and propose topics for further investigations.
Cerebral Protection Devices in Transcatheter Aortic-Valve Replacement
Authors: Jiménez-Rodríguez Gian-Manuel , Elizalde-Silva José-Luis , Chaire-Hernandez Mariana , Diaz-Marin Jesus , Eid Lidt Guering , Rojas Velasco Gustavo
Published: October 2023

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a common procedure used in the treatment of severe aortic stenosis and other cardiac valve diseases. Although this procedure has been shown to be effective and safe in improving cardiac function and life expectancy in this population, there is an inherent risk of neurological complications such as stroke and cognitive impairment. In the last years, there has been a breakthrough in the development of brain protection devices that minimize the risk of brain embolism during the procedure. These devices are designed to capture clots and calcium debris that could become dislodged during the valve implant, therefore keeping the embolus from entering the nervous system via the supra-aortic vessels. Some studies indicate that using brain protection devices during an aortic valve replacement could substantially decrease the burden of stroke and other associated neurological complications. However, despite the promising expected results, further studies are required to sustain the benefit of using these devices, besides with the ongoing development in this area it would be fundamental a face-to-face interaction between the devices in the current development. Furthermore, although the experience with these devices is limited and the recent experience indicates they are safe, it would be fundamental to identify and take in consideration possible risks and complications related to these devices.
Reimagining Building Façades: The Prefabricated Unitized BIPV Walls (PUBW) for High-Rises
Authors: Chen Tianyi , Kiang Heng Chye , Woei Leow Shin
Published: October 2023

In urban settings, building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) on façades prove more effective than rooftop installations, especially for tall structures with limited roof area. Yet, the absence of ready-to-use BIPV solutions restricts their broader use. This research presents a prefabricated unitized BIPV wall system, using light gauge steel structure prefabrication. The innovative BIPV system boasts a multifunctional, modular design, ensuring quick installation and meeting airtightness standards. The design process encompasses cross-sectional design, PV mounting, 3D modeling, and full-scale mock-up demonstrations in Singapore. Remarkably, the prefabricated units are preassembled and pre-wired, allowing three non-specialized workers to install from inside buildings, eliminating the need for scaffolding. The study offers insights into the new BIPV system’s advantages, identifies its constraints, and suggests avenues for future enhancement.
Future of Sludge Management
Authors: Tooraj Massahi , Hooshyar Hossini , Kimya Parnoon , Sheida Atashkar , Maryam Sharafi , Dariush Massahi , Borhan Ahmadi
Published: October 2023

Managing sludge is a crucial component of wastewater treatment plants. As the amount of sludge produced continues to grow, it is necessary to explore future strategies and technologies for sustainable sludge management. This chapter aims to provide an overview of the future of sludge management, with an emphasis on emerging technologies and sustainable practices. The chapter stresses the significance of environmentally sustainable and cost-effective sludge management and extensively evaluates the technological, economic, and environmental criteria for assessing sludge management strategies. The chapter explores innovative methods for handling sewage sludge and its reuse, as well as emerging technologies for sustainable sludge management. It assesses the economic feasibility of advanced treatment technologies and sludge-based products, considering beneficial sludge utilization such as land application, energy recovery, alternative fuel sources, construction materials, and resource recovery. Lastly, the chapter discusses future developments in sludge management, including issues and trends. Recent research findings are utilized to provide insights into the future of sludge management that can guide decision-making and policy development in the field.
Perspective Chapter: Transcatheter Interventions in the Management of Aortic Valve Stenosis
Authors: Syamasundar Rao P.
Published: October 2023

Transcatheter interventions that are useful in the management of valvar aortic stenosis will be reviewed. This chapter focuses on congenital aortic valve stenosis. The procedure of balloon aortic valvuloplasty (BAV) and the results were reviewed; BAV offers good relief of aortic valve obstruction and serves as substitute to surgery and is considered a favored option in the management of aortic stenosis in all age groups. However, BAV in elderly patients with calcific aortic stenosis offers only a temporary relief of aortic valve obstruction and BAV is not recommended for this subgroup of patients. Except for neonates, most patients are discharged home within 24-hours after BAV. While there is conclusive data for provision of pressure gradient relief both acutely and at follow-up as well as deferral of any surgery after BAV, the development of aortic insufficiency (AI) at long-term follow-up is a most important drawback. In neonates, severe AI may develop necessitating surgical intervention. Notwithstanding these drawbacks, BAV is presently believed to be a therapeutic procedure of option in the treatment of valvar aortic stenosis in pediatric and young adult patients. Methodical follow-up to identify reappearance of aortic obstruction and development of substantial AI is suggested.
Approaches of Milking Biosecurity and Milking Parlour Hygiene in Dairy Farms
Authors: Stefan Georgeta , Baraitareanu Stelian
Published: October 2023

Control of diseases in dairy farms is based on various management factors, such as separation of dairy farms from other domestic and wild animal species, control of human circulation and contact with cows, cleaning and disinfection of vehicles, equipment, surfaces, and other unanimated secondary sources of contamination, feed and water hygiene, waste management, and management of technological processes (e.g., calving management, colostrum management, and milking management). In dairy farms, the milking parlour surfaces should be cleaned regularly and disinfected twice daily to avoid the multiplication of pathogens. Some biosecurity measures that can prevent the spreading of mastitis in dairy farms are the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., milkers’ gloves and milker overall), treatment of all infected quarters at the end of lactation (blanket dry cow treatment), removal of udder hair (shaving or singeing), and washing unclean udders. This chapter details biosecurity and hygiene solutions in the cattle milking parlour.
Lexical Analysis of Nautical and Marine Engineering Corpora: Similar or Different Lexicographic Results
Authors: Đurović Zorica , Dževerdanović-Pejović Milena
Published: October 2023

English for Maritime Purposes comprises a variety of different registers. However, most of the dictionaries and glossaries are dedicated either to General Maritime English or Nautical English, while other aspects of the maritime industry are poorly covered by specialized lexicographic material, especially as regards formal dictionaries. Considering that the main classification onboard ship in terms of the crew and operational systems is related to the Deck and the Engineering Department, we sought to explore the similarities and differences between the technical lexes of the two areas, in order to see whether separated dictionaries and glossaries might be required, or a common maritime one would suffice. To test and measure the tackled technical vocabularies, we utilized contemporary corpus linguistics methods and software. The results show significant differences in the key vocabulary of the compared corpora. The findings clearly and once more call for special attention and focus when it comes to the interpretation of maritime lexis, as well as for establishing a clear distinction between English for Nautical and for Marine Engineering purposes. Keywords: maritime English, nautical English, marine engineering, corpus, vocabulary, lexis, frequency, keywords, word list, technical dictionary
The Language of Ethnic Conflict in English Online Lexicography: Ethnophaulisms in "powered by Oxford" Lexico.com
Authors: Pettini Silvia
Published: October 2023

This article aims to explore the relationship between the language of ethnic conflict (Allen 1983; Palmore 1962) and English online lexicography in the present cultural moment. Given the influence of the Internet on dictionary consulting (Béjoint 2016; Jackson 2017) and the alarming increase of racism and xenophobia, especially online, at the global level in this digital age (see Gagliardone et al. 2015), this article presents a pilot study examining the treatment of "ethnophaulisms" (Roback 1944), commonly referred to as ethnic or racial slurs, in the "powered by Oxford" dictionary content, which is licensed for use to technology giants like Google, Microsoft, and Apple by Oxford University Press (Ferrett and Dollinger 2021; Pettini 2021). In particular, the analysis focuses on the online edition of the Oxford Dictionary of English, as hosted on the "powered by Oxford" Lexico.com website. Preliminary findings show how this free online dictionary mirrors the taboo and discriminatory nature of ethnophaulisms and warns the Internet user against the derogatory and offensive power of these words. Keywords: English lexicography, online dictionaries, linguistic racism, xenophobia, hate speech, ethnic slurs, ethnophaulisms, Oxford Dictionary of English, lexico.com
A Further Look into the Use of a Dictionary APP in EFL Writing: A Replication Study
Authors: Chen Yuzhen , Liu Suping
Published: October 2023

The study replicated the experiment by Chen and Liu (2022), investigating the effect of dictionary use on EFL writing. It involved the same research variables as the original study except for adopting a different dictionary. Sixty-two English majors took two writing tests, one without dictionary assistance, the other with access to a mobile phone dictionary application which features a combination of an L1–L2 and an L2–L1 dictionary for bidirectional search. The application can keep a record of users' search inputs and entry clicks. A questionnaire was also conducted to survey the students' evaluation of the dictionary application. Different from the negative results found by the original study, the replication revealed a non-significant effect of dictionary use on writing performance, providing solid evidence that a better dictionary leads to fewer consultation errors, although the improvement in writing scores brought about by dictionary use was only marginal. The study confirmed the original finding about the positive impact of dictionary use on lexical sophistication. It also identified some differences in dictionary lookup patterns between the participants of the replication and the original study in terms of search frequency, preference for language search, preference for search items, and use of source dictionaries. The implications of the study for dictionary making are discussed. Keywords: replication, dictionary use, EFL writing, writing performance, lexical sophistication, lookup patterns
In Silico Evaluation of the Interactions Among Novel Phage Display-Selected Single Chain Variable Fragment (scFv) with CD24 Marker
Authors: Ghani Sepideh , Eyvazi Shirin , Ebrahimi Zahra , Bandehpour Mojgan
Published: October 2023

Background: Antibody is a considerable approach in the pharmaceutical industry, and many studies have been done on antibody fragment engineering. Objectives: The objective of this study is to evaluate the interaction between antigens and antibodies, which is a necessary step for designing an efficient antibody with suitable properties for targeting cancer cells. Methods: In the current study, the 3-dimensional structure of the displayed-selected scFv antibody was constructed, using Sabpred Antibody Builder. The analysis of interactions between scFv and Cluster of differentiation 24 (CD24) was performed by computational docking and molecular dynamics (MD) simulation. Firstly, docking CD24 antigen to the new scFv antibody was done, using the ClusPro 2.0 web server, and residues involved in the interaction were identified. Secondly, using the GROMACS 4.5.3 package, MD simulations were performed. Results: By analyzing the antigen-antibody complex, the critical amino acids involved in these interactions were recognized. Thus, 15 hydrogen bonds between amino acids in light and heavy chains of antibodies and antigens were identified; most of the amino acids belonged to the complementarity-determining regions (CDRs) regions. Tyr148, which belongs to CDR1 of the VL chain by forming 4 hydrogen bonds with amino acids of the CD24 antigen, was considered an important amino acid in the CD24-scFv complex. Conclusions: Our bioinformatics study identified critical residues involved in antigen-antibody interaction, which could be considered an effective strategy for creating novel efficient fragmented antibodies with improved affinities for the CD24 receptor.
Caracterización termomecánica de aceros inoxidables austeníticos AISI-304
Authors:   , El Wahabi Mohammed
Published: October 2023

El control de la microestructura necesita la optimización de las condiciones del conformado en caliente. La recristalización dinámica es el fenómeno protagonista durante un proceso termomecánico, por lo que tiene un interés industrial, permitiendo mejorar las propiedades mecánicas de los aceros inoxidables mediante el afinamiento de grano, y al mismo tiempo aumentar la resistencia a la fragilización y a la corrosión.

El objetivo principal de este trabajo es estudiar el comportamiento termomecánico de cuatro aceros inoxidables austeniticos: dos comerciales AISI 304 relativamente altos de elementos de aleación y dos aceros de laboratorio, de alta pureza y libres de intersticiales. La primera parte del estudio se centrará en los mecanismos elementales que intervienen y afectan a la recristalización dinámica (endurecimiento, restauración dinámica, nucleación y crecimiento de los nuevos granos). La segunda parte, modelizará las curvas de fluencia en diferentes grados de temperatura y diferentes velocidades de deformación mediante la cuantificación de dichos fenómenos. Las curvas de fluencia anteriormente mencionadas se han obtenido mediante ensayos de compresión uniaxial. Y finalmente un estudio de la evolución de la microestructura, mediante el microscopio óptico y MEB-EBSD en las tres principales etapas que caracterizan las curvas de fluencia en dos casos: en el de afinamiento de grano (bajas temperaturas y altas velocidades de deformación) y en el de su crecimiento (altas temperaturas y bajas velocidades de deformación). El uso de la técnica EBSD, permite un estudio amplio de microestructura y al mismo tiempo ofrece datos sobre las orientaciones y la evolución de la microtextura durante el proceso de deformación.

El efecto del grado de pureza será discutido y una comparación de diferentes parámetros de los cuatro materiales permitirá concretar el efecto del soluto en general y del carbono en particular, en diferentes etapas de deformación y según las condiciones de deformación. Para el acero de alta pureza y ultra alta pureza se estudiará el efecto del tamaño de grano inicial sobre la etapa del endurecimiento y la cinética de la recristalización dinámica. Finalmente se realizó un estudio sobre el tamaño de grano recristalizado dinámicamente que se considera el cambio microestructural más importante y beneficioso del proceso de conformado en caliente en su totalidad.
Comportamiento elastoplástico de compactos pulvimetalúrgicos
Authors:   , Riera Colom María Dolores
Published: October 2023

En este trabajo se estudia el comportamiento mecánico de compactos obtenidos con tres tipos de polvos base hierro. A partir de ensayos de compresión uniaxial, con ciclos de carga y descarga, se analizan los mecanismos de deformación y densificación.

Durante la compresión de un compacto metálico, se desarrollan tres regiones de comportamiento gobernadas por mecanismos distintos. Al inicio del ensayo, con bajas cargas, fenómenos de fricción interna causan una deformación permanente en el agregado. Posteriormente, la tensión crece rapidamente con la deformación, mostrando un comportamiento con una fuerte componente elástica. Para un cierto nivel de tensión, que depende de densidad inicial el agregado comienza a dilatar. Este soporta todavía tensiones mayores antes de iniciarse el fallo propiamente dicho. La relación entre la tensión y las deformaciones axial y radial, responde matemáticamente a una ley sigmoidal.

El comportamiento elástico es no lineal. Se ha encontrado una ley potencial y se propone un modelo basado en el contacto entre dos partículas que predice un exponente de 1.5. Se estudia la relación de Poisson elástica tangencial. Este varía con la tensión aplicada hasta un valor estable muy inferior al del material totalmente denso. Además disminuye al aumentar la densidad inicial del compacto. El alejamiento del comportamiento teórico se explica por efectos de la fricción interna entre partículas.

Los compactos metálicos son materiales granulares, con un carácter propio que mantienen, incluso, por las densidades más altas.
LA “ESTRATEGIZACIÓN” DEL LITIO EN EL PERÚ: RE-IMAGINAR EL DESARROLLO CON UNA NUEVA PERSPECTIVA POLÍTICA
Authors: Paucar Jauregui Rolando
Published: October 2023

En este trabajo exploro cómo diversos modelos de desarrollo y seguridad nacional interaccionan con la política nacional en el llamado Triángulo del litio, en la definición de sus estrategias de explotación y gobernanza del litio. La hipótesis de este trabajo sugiere a mayor interés estratégico por la minería de metales críticos, mayor posibilidad de diversificación de los patrones productivos de un país. Así, para el caso peruano, las noticias sobre nuevos yacimientos de litio en Puno junto con los retos planteados por la descarbonización y el desarrollo sostenible, podrían alentar—como en otros casos regionales—la formación de institutos de investigación y un activo interés del Estado que no sólo podrían impactar en la integración de cadenas de valor del litio (financiamiento, exploración, explotación, industrialización y exportación), sino también en la diversificación de las fuentes de energía, la asimilación de actores políticos y económicos (lo que impacta en la “seguridad democrática”), y la formación avanzada de capital humano en áreas estratégicas.
ENFOQUES INNOVADORES PARA LA INCORPORACIÓN DE LA BIODIVERSIDAD A LOS SISTEMAS ALIMENTARIOS PARA FORTALECER LA SEGURIDAD ALIMENTARIA. EL CASO DEL CULTIVO DE LA PAPA
Authors: Maldonado Villavicencio Luis Alberto
Published: October 2023

En la actualidad, los niveles de inseguridad alimentaria se han incrementado en forma muy significativa en el Perú. Esta situación es más crítica en las zonas rurales, donde se concentran las mayores tasas de pobreza y desnutrición infantil. Sin embargo, en estas zonas alto andinas también se concentra una rica biodiversidad de papas. El cultivo de papa cumple un rol muy importante en los medios de vida de los pobladores rurales, generando fuente de empleo e ingresos, así como alimento en la dieta familiar. Este estudio busca analizar cómo la aplicación de diversos enfoques innovadores      puede generar beneficios a productores de papa, mejorando sus cadenas productivas, articulando actores y desarrollando productos. Asimismo, analiza cómo algunas estrategias que articulen sistemas productivos y alimentarios, basados en papa y aprovechando su biodiversidad, pueden generar beneficios para la salud. Las evidencias      respaldan la efectividad de estrategias innovadoras      para      fortalecer la seguridad alimentaria y contribuir a los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible 1 y 2 (ODS1 y ODS2).
PEMANFAATAN LIMBAH PERTANIAN UNTUK MEMBUAT PUPUK ORGANIK DI DESA SUMBER AGUNG KECAMATAN ARMA JAYA KABUPATEN BENGKULU UTARA
Authors: Susilo Edi , Novita Dian , Warman Indra , Parwito Parwito
Published: October 2023

Intensifikasi lahan untuk budidaya tanaman dengan memanfaatkan sumber daya sekitar petani yang bermanfaat untuk meningkatkan hasil budidaya perlu digalakkan. Salah satu cara untuk meningkatkan hasil budidaya dengan kondisi lahan yang yang kurang subur adalah memanfaatkan limbah pertanian sebagai bahan baku membuat kompos organik. Pemanfaatan limbah pertanian merupakan salah satu alternatif yang cukup potensial karena keberadaannya hampir tersedia di setiap lokasi atau lahan dimana kegiatan pertanian berlangsung. Budidaya tanaman dengan memanfaatkan limbah pertanian sebagai kompos maka diharapkan penggunaan pupuk anorganik menjadi berkurang dan terjamin kelestarian lingkungannya. Tujuan umum dari kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat ini adalah memberikan penjelasan kepada petani tentang perlunya pengelolaan limbah pertanian untuk bahan kompos atau pupuk organik dan dapat mempraktekkan dimasing-masing lingkungannya. Metode yang digunakan adalah bentuk penyuluhan dan demonstrasi atau praktek. Kegiatan penyuluhan ini diberikan kepada 20 orang petani di Desa Sumber Agung. Peserta diberi bekal tentang pentingnya penggunaan pupuk kompos. Demonstrasi atau praktek ini digunakan untuk memperlihatkan secara langsung tentang cara pembuatan pupuk kompos berbahan limbah pertanian. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh petani atau peserta pelatihan di kawasan kegiatan, beberapa kelompok petani dan penduduk di kawasan sekitar. Kegiatan ini merupakan kegiatan untuk mempraktekkan pembuatan pupuk kompos berbahan limbah pertanian. Evaluasi terhadap kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat dilakukan selama kegiatan berlangsung maupun setelah kegiatan selesai dilakukan. Beberapa kriteria pencapaian tujuan adalah 1) minat kehadiran peserta dalam kegiatan, 2) frekuensi pertanyaan yang diajukan pesertakepada pelaksana pengabdian, 3) ketekunan dan antusias peserta dalam mengikuti penyuluhan dan praktek 4) kualitas pupuk kompos yang dihasilkan 5) kesinambungan paket teknologi yang telah diadopsi. Hasil yang diperoleh selama kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat adalah 1) para peserta antusias terhadap materi yang diberikan, hal ini ditunjukkan dengan banyaknya pertanyaan yang diajukan peserta baik tentang bahan dan alat-alat yang digunakan untuk membuat pupuk kompos, 2) secara teknis pembuatan pupuk kompos sangat mudah dikerjakan oleh petani dengan aneka bahan limbah pertanian yang ada di sekitar lingkungan petani.
MENGISI PEKARANGAN DARI SISA BAHAN SAYUR DAN BUMBU DAPUR DI KELOMPOK TANI PERINTIS II KELURAHAN PEMATANG GUBERNUR KECAMATAN MUARA BANGKAHULU KOTA BENGKULU
Authors: Parwito Parwito , Susilo Edi , Rolenti Togatorop Eny
Published: October 2023

Kelompok Tani Perintis 2 adalah perkumpulan anggota masyarakat yang memiliki kegiatan di bidang pertanian terutama tanaman pangan dan tanaman perkebunan. Selain kedua kelompok tanaman tersebut, kegiatan kelompok ini juga meliputi bidang pertanian lainnya seperti intensifikasi pekarangan, ketrampilan olahan hasil pertanian dan ketrampilan lainnya. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk memberi edukasi pemanfaatan pekarangan dengan sisa sayuran maupun bumbu dapur yang berguna membantu kecukupan kebutuhan sayuran di rumah tangga masing-masing. Kegiatan pengabdian ini menggunakan metode penyuluhan berupa penyampaian materi pengabdian kepada masyarakat sasaran. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian berupa 1). peserta mampu meningkatkan pemahaman tentang pemanfaatan pekarangan dengan menanam tanaman sayuran dan bumbu dapur dari bahan – bahan limbah bahan masakan. 2). peserta penyuluhan memiliki antusiasme dan keinginan yang tinggi untuk berkembang melalui kegiatan penyuluhan atau praktek pertanian secara rutin.
HILIRISASI PRODUK OLAHAN LOKAN UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PENDAPATAN MASYARAKAT DI DESA SERANGAI KECAMATAN BATIK NAU KABUPATEN BENGKULU UTARA
Authors: Warman Indra , Salamun Salamun , Susilo Edi , Parwito Parwito
Published: October 2023

Kelompok Nelayan Mekar Sari adalah perkumpulan anggota masyarakat produktif yang memiliki kegiatan di bidang nelayan yang terletak di pesisir Barat Daya dari Kota Arga Makmur Kabupaten Bengkulu Utara. Kelompok Nelayan Mekar Sari dan ini berkedudukan tepatnya di Desa Serangai Kecamatan Batik Nau Kabupaten Bengkulu Utara Propinsi Bengkulu. Kegiatan penangkapan lokan dalam bentuk segar dan masih hidup yang dilakukan nelayan selama ini sudah dilakukan dengan baik. Hasil tangkapan lokan dijual langsung kepada konsumen yang melintasi jalan di pinggir perkampungan tersebut. Dari pemantauan selama ini hasil tangkapan lokan yang dihasilkan mendapatkan kurang lebih 5 kg setiap harinya per nelayan dan semua hasil tersebut dijual dengan harga tidak kurang dari 10 ribu per kg. Nelayan mempunyai pendapatan hasil penjualan tadi cukup untuk sekedar membeli kebutuhan harian yang penting-penting saja seperti sembako beras. Bila dilihat keterampilan terkait penangkapan lokan, nelayan sudah cukup baik, namun harga lokan segar selama ini tidak ada kenaikan harga dan cenderung stagnan. Masyarakat khususnya kelompok nelayan selama ini mempunyai keinginan untuk lebih maju dalam pendapatannya, namun belum mengetahui arah dan tindakan apa yang dilakukan untuk meningkatkan hasil jual lokan yang dihasilkannya. Salah satu solusi yang ditawarkan adalah pengolahan hasil lokan menjadi produk unggulan dengan berbagai aneka olahan bercita rasa tinggi dengan packing yang baik serta pemasaran yang modern. Harapannya masyarakat nelayan mempunyai nilai makanan yang lebih tinggi dan bisa berkelanjutan dimasa depan sehingga para nelayan bergairah menggali potensi daerahnya dan bisa menambah pendapatan bagi keluarganya. Berdasarkan uraian di atas maka kami tim pengabdian memberikan pengetahuan dan pelatihan tentang peningkatan nilai lokan segar menjadi produk olahan yang bermutu unggul dengan kemasan yang modern serta pemasaran yang modern yang saat ini belum diterapkan secara baik dan berkelanjutan. Kegiatan dilaksanakan mulai bulan Maret sampai Oktober 2021. Luaran kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah pertama menghasilkan peningkatan nilai ekonomi lokan segar menjadi produk olahan yang unggul dengan kemasan yang menarik serta pemasaran yang modern. Kedua terjadinya peningkatan percaya diri, motivasi dan ketrampilan serta pendapatan bagi nelayan.
PENINGKATAN NILAI JUAL UBI KAYU MELALUI ANEKA OLAHAN BERCITA RASA IKAN
Authors: Hamron Novita , Novitasari Hety , Oktamalia Oktamalia
Published: October 2023

Ubi termasuk hasil pertanian yang mudah rusak. Ubi yang sudah terlanjur dipanen tidak bisa disimpan lama tanpa teknologi pengolahan pasca panen. Teknologi pascapanen yang akurat untuk menekan kerugian. Ubi dapat disimpan lama jika sudah dirubah dalam bentuk produk olahan misalnya keripik, tepung tapioka, dan produk olahan makanan lainnya. Pengolahan ubi terutama pada pasca panen sangat penting karena akan menentukan kualitas produk dari ubi tersebut. Tujuan umum kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat ini adalah memberikan penjelasan kepada petani atau peserta pelatihan tentang perlunya pengolahan produk ubi dan dapat mempraktekkan beberapa alternatif pengolahan ubi menjadi produk industri yang mempunyai nilai jual secara ekonomi. Tujuan khusus kegiatan ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan petani atau peserta pelatihan tentang pengolahan produk ubi menjadi produk siap dikonsumsi bahkan siap untuk dikomersilkan seperti produk stik ubi rasa ikan, pempek ubi rasa ikan, kerupuk ubi rasa ikan, donat ubi rasa abon ikan dan roll cake ubi rasa ikan. Metode yang digunakan adalah bentuk penyuluhan dan demonstrasi atau praktek. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh petani atau peserta pelatihan di kawasan kegiatan, beberapa kelompok petani dan penduduk di kawasan sekitar. Kegiatan ini merupakan kegiatan untuk mempraktekkan pengolahan ubi kayu. Evaluasi terhadap kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat dilakukan selama kegiatan berlangsung maupun setelah kegiatan selesai dilakukan. Hasil yang diperoleh selama kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat adalah penyuluhan dan praktek olahan ubi kayu berjalan lancar dan sukses serta masyarakat mampu membuat olahan ubi dengan benar dan baik, respon yang ditunjukkan masyarakat sangat baik terlihat dari sikap antusias terhadap kegiatan ini.
EDUKASI PENINGKATAN PENGETAHUAN REMAJA TERHADAP BAHAYA MEROKOK DI DESA REJODADI KECAMATAN SEMBAWA KABUPATEN BANYUASIN
Authors: Arisandy Widya , Kurniawaty Kurniawaty , Khoirin Khoirin , Kurdaningsih Septi Viantri , Oxyandi Miming , Fathia Neng Annis , Nopianti Nopianti , Suherwin Suherwin , Sunarmi Sunarmi
Published: October 2023

Perilaku merokok masih menjadi permasalahan, baik secara lingkungan maupun individu  dimana kejadiannya  cukup tinggi di Kota  Palembang. Perilaku  merokok adalah kebiasaan yang membahayakan. Meskipun setiap orang mengetahui bahaya yang disebabkan oleh rokok, tetapi banyak anak-anak muda yang suka merokok. Faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi kebiasaan merokok pada anak-anak muda adalah   faktor psikologi, biologi dan lingkungan. Berdasarkan masalah tersebut, tujuan  pengabdian  masyarakat  ini  adalah  memberikan  edukasi  tentang perilaku merokok pada remaja dengan menggunakan metode penyuluhan dengan alat bantu penyebaran pamplet dan poster yang diikuti oleh dosen Prodi DIII Keperawatan dan segenap mahasiswa. Hasil yang didapatkan adalah memalui wawancara dan Tanya jawab secara langsung dimana terjadi peningkatan pengetahuan peserta tentang bahaya merokok setelah dilakukannya penyuluhan dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan remaja tentang bahaya rokok sehingga diharapkan mampu mempengaruhi perilaku remaja untuk bisa berhenti merokok.
PENINGKATAN PENGETAHUAN 5S PADA IKM OTOMOTIF DI PERUSAHAAN TIER-3 CIKARANG-BEKASI
Authors: Syah Donny Oktavian , Rustanto Agung Edi , Setiady Teddy
Published: October 2023

Salah satu tujuan pengabdian masyarakat (PkM) adalah ada untuk meningkatkan pemahaman para karyawan  meningkat dalam penerapan 5S (Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, Shitsuke) dalam proses produksi di tempat kerja. 5S merupakan hal penting dalam industri manufaktur termasuk, IKM otomotif. Diharapkan dari pengabdian masyarakat ini, kinerja perusahaan sebagai perusahaan tier-3 di pembuatan komponen otomotif akan meningkat. Metode yang digunakan dalam meningkatkan pemahaman karyawan terhadap penerapan 5S yaitu melalui pelatihan-pelatihan dengan teknik ceramah dan diskusi komunikasi 2 arah dan melalui pendampingan secara berkelanjutan selama 2 bulan. Lokasi PkM ini dilakukan di PT Izumi yang berlokasi di Cikarang, Bekasi. Pelatihan ini diharapkan akan meningkatkan kinerja perusahaan selaku supplier tier-3 yang notabene menjadi bagian global value chain di industri otomotif.
PRODUKSI ABON IKAN TONGKOL SEBAGAI ALTERNATIF USAHA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PEREKONOMIAN MASYARAKAT DESA SERANGAI KEC BATIK NAU KABUPATEN BENGKULU UTARA
Authors: Okta Oktamalia , Warman Indra , Hamron Novita , Novitasari Hety , Susilo Edi , Parwito Parwito , Apriyanto Enggar
Published: October 2023

Desa Serangai merupakan Desa Pesisir yang berada di Kabupaten Bengkulu Utara, Provinsi Bengkulu. Dengan mayoritas pekerjaan masyarakat di Desa serangai sebagai nelayan, yang memiliki berbagai potensi dari hasil laut, salah satu potensi yang menonjol dan dapat diberdayakan dengan mudah di Desa Serangai yaitu Hasil tangkapan nelayan seperti Ikan tongkol, Dalam rangka meningkatkan nilai ekonomi suatu produk, ikan tersebut dapat dibuat menjadi produk olahan sehingga memiliki harga jual yang lebih tinggi dibandingankan dengan ikan mentah. Abon termasuk salah satu makanan yang sehat dan tahan lama yang memiliki protein tinggi dan memiliki kadar kolesterol yang rendah. Tujuan dari pembuatan abon ikan Tongkol ini yaitu untuk mengembangkan potensi Desa Serangai dari hasil tangkapan nelayan, menghasilkan produk pangan padat gizi protein, serta membuka lahan usaha baru dalam rangka meningkatkan ekonomi masyarakat Desa Serangai
PENDAMPINGAN DAN PENERAPAN PENGGUNAAN HAND SANITIZER UNTUK MENJAGA KEBERSIHAN DI ERA NEW NORMAL DI SDN 09 SUNGAI PANGKUR KAB. SOLOK SELATAN, SUMATERA BARAT
Authors: Irwan Irwan , Zusmelia Zusmelia , Siska Felia , Melia Yenni , Matul Putri Salam , Dwi Indriani Deza
Published: October 2023

This is a new author guidelines and article template of PAKDEMAS : Journal of Community Service since year 2021 publication. Article should be started by Title of Article followed by Authors Name and Affiliation Address and abstract. This abstract section should be typed in Italic font and font size of 10 pt and number of words of 150-200. Special for the abstract section, please use left margin of 25 mm, top margin of 30 mm, right and bottom margins of 20 mm. The single spacing should be used between lines in this article. If article is written in Indonesian, the abstract should be typed in Indonesian and English. Meanwhile, if article is written in English, the abstract should be typed in English only. The abstract should be typed as concise as possible and should be composed of: problem statement, method, scientific finding results, and short conclusion. The abstract should only be typed in one paragraph and one-column format.
SOSIALISASI GEJALA SERANGAN HAMA DAN PENYAKIT TERHADAP TANAMAN PADI SERTA CARA PENGENDALIANNYA DI DESA PEMATANG BALAM, KECAMATAN HULU PALIK, KABUPATEN BENGKULU UTARA
Authors: Andreani Kinata Andreani , Togatorop Eny Rolenti , Sari Dia Novita , Parwito Parwito , Susilo Edi , Hamron Novita
Published: October 2023

The cultivation of rice (Oryza sativa) cannot be separated from the threat of major pests and diseases that often attack these plants. If the pest attack is not properly controlled, it can reduce the productivity of the rice plant. The purpose of this community service activity is to provide socialization or counseling to farmers in Pematang Balam Village, Hulu Palik District, North Bengkulu Regency to be able to recognize the symptoms of pest attacks and the main diseases of rice plants and then apply appropriate, fast and accurate controls. The method used is a form of counseling. This counseling activity was given to 30 farmer members in the village of Pematang Balam. The results obtained during the community service activities were 1) the participants were enthusiastic about the material provided, seen from the many questions asked by the participants both in the form of the characteristics of pests and how the symptoms were caused by these pests and diseases, 2) in general the participants already knew chemical pest control methods. The conclusions of this community service activity are 1) the service participants and all Pematang Balam Village officials welcomed this service program. 2). the implementation of the service program went quite well and smoothly and the participants were quite enthusiastic. 3). The farmers and village officials of Pematang Balam hope that there will be a follow-up service program with another theme to add to and open up scientific knowledge in the community.
IMPLEMENTASI KEGIATAN MENANAM SAYUR DALAM PEMBELAJARAN SAINS PADA ANAK USIA DINI DIEDUWISATA NDALEM KERTO
Authors: Anisa Cahya Mutiara , Wulansari Betty Yulia
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to find out the implementation of vegetable growing activities in science learning in early childhood at the ndalem kerto tour. This study uses qualitative methods with data collection techniques obtained using observation and interview techniques. Based on the results of the research that planting vegetables can provide children with understanding related to science learning, namely the biological science of plant reproduction, the biological science that plants are living things that need food, and the biological science that plants need sunlight to grow.
SOSIALISASI PENTINGNYA PROSEDUR KERJA PENGELOLAAN REKAM MEDIS TEBAL (VOLUMENIOUS BULKY) DI RSKJ SOEPRAPTO PROVINSI BENGKULU
Authors: Nofri Heltiani  , Ismail Arifin  , Khairunnisyah Khairunnisyah , Liza Putri
Published: October 2023

Volumenious bulky medical records are one of the problems that often occur in storage and in circumstances where the medical records of patients with certain diseases who routinely go on an outpatient basis or are treated for a long time and routinely become very thick because the patient's entire medical history is stored in one folder. Based on the results of the research that has been done, it is known that the Soeprapto Social Hospital in Bengkulu Province does not have standard medical record thickness and work procedures for volumenious bulky medical record management. The purpose of this Community Service activity is to create a culture of using work procedures as a guideline for procedures or stages in managing volumenious bulky medical records. Community Service activities are carried out for 2 months, from November to December 2022 at the Soeprapto Social Hospital in Bengkulu Province with 10 participants. The method used in this Community Service activity is community education through socialization/counseling and training by demonstrating the use of work procedures for volumenious bulky medical record management. Socialization/ extension and training on the use of volumenious bulky medical record work procedures for filing officers at the Soeprapto Social Hospital in Bengkulu Province went well. Understanding in the application of work procedures can be implemented. After the PKM activities have been carried out, the Soeprapto Social Hospital in Bengkulu Province plans to evaluate the use of these work procedures in stages according to patient visits.
INFLUENCE OF GROWTH REGULATORS ON THE PRODUCTIVY AND LODGING RESISTANCE OF WINTER WHEAT AND BARLEY
Authors: Исмаилов Алимбек Бегларович , Муртузалиева Дженнет Шарабутдиновна
Published: October 2023

В статье изложены результаты исследования продуктивности озимой пшеницы и озимого ячменя в зависимости от влияния регуляторов роста и развития. Рассмотрены вопросы полегания растений зерновых культур от действия росторегулирующих препаратов в условиях равнинной зоны Республики Дагестан.

The article presents the results of the research on the productivity of winter wheat and barley in connection with the influence of growth regulators. The article deals with the lodging of grain crops as a result of using growth regulators in the flat region of Dagestan.
Virtue Ethics and Animal Moral Status
Authors: Walker Rebecca L. ,   Saint Louis University
Published: October 2023

A person of good character treats other sentient beings with care and compassion. Yet virtue ethics apparently has trouble accounting for the moral status of nonhuman animals because of its focus on excellent character traits, rather than the moral “patient,” and because of its non-codifiability, at least in some forms. The task of this article is to answer the question: How can virtue ethics account for the moral value of nonhuman animals in the context of biomedical research? I argue that it can do so through attention to animal good lives, human-animal bonds, and the virtues themselves. The virtue ethics resources I draw on to support nonhuman animal value are not the same as those typically brought to bear in moral status discussions, but I suggest that moral status as usually conceived has its own problems as a tool for use in practical contexts like animal research.