bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Imagens do tempo presente
Authors: Badiou Alain , Garboza Junior José Mauro , Chataignier Gustavo
Published: February 2025

Do livro Pornographie du temps présent publicado originalmente em 2013 como componente da coleção Ouvertures (dirigida à época por Barbara Cassin e Alain Badiou) pela editora Fayard. O presente texto é a retomada em sua integralidade da conferência “Images du temps présent” [“Imagens do tempo presente”] pronunciada por Alain Badiou no grande anfiteatro da Sorbonne em 26 de janeiro de 2013 no então Forum de philosophie France Culture [Fórum de filosofia France Culture]. Agradecemos ao autor pela gentileza de ter autorizado prontamente a versão traduzida. No intuito de facilitar a leitura, tomou-se por opção manter alguns termos no original entre colchetes, assim como corresponder as páginas da versão original (11-45) entre barras.
Pengaruh Suplementasi Temu Ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa) dalam Konsentrat terhadap Total Leukosit dan Deferensial Leukosit pada Darah Kambing Jawarandu
Authors: Mariska Refi , Siswanto Siswanto , Muhtarudin Muhtarudin , Erwanto Erwanto
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas suplementasi temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa) dan untuk mengetahui level terbaik suplementasi temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa) pada ransum terhadap total leukosit dan diferensial leukosit kambing Jawa Randu.. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada Maret – Mei 2024 yang berlokasi peternakan kambing Desa Adi Jaya, Kecamatan Terbangi Besar, Kabupaten Lampung Tengah. Pemeriksaan total leukosit, dan diferensial leukosit yang dilaksanakan di Rumah Sakit Hewan Prof. Soeparwi, Fakultas Kedokteran Hewan, Unversitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta. Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Kelompok (RAK) faktorial dengan 4 perlakuan dan 3 kali pengulangan sehingga terdapat 12 unit percobaan. Perlakuan yang diberikan yaitu P0: Konsentrat; P1: Konsentrat + 750 mg/hari/ekor Temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa); P2: Konsentrat + 1.500 mg/hari/ekor Temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa); P3: Konsentrat + 2.250 mg /hari/ekor Temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa). Data yang diperoleh dianalisis menggunakan Analysis of variance (ANOVA). Apabila terdapat beda nyata antar perlakuan maka analisis akan dilanjutkan menggunakan Uji Beda Nyata Terkecil (BNT). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa suplementasi temu ireng tidak berpengaruh nyata (P>0,05) terhadap total leukosit dan deferensial leukosit.
Pengaruh Silase Pucuk Tebu (Saccharum Officinarum) terhadap Kecernaan Bahan Kering dan Bahan Organik pada Sapi Potong
Authors: Alya Anggit , Erwanto Erwanto , Muhtarudin Muhtarudin , Tantalo Syahrio
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh silase pucuk tebu(Saccharum officinarum) terhadap kecernaan bahan kering dan bahanorganik pada sapi potong. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Margolembu99, Desa Adi Jaya, Kecamatan Terbanggi Besar, Kabupaten LampungTengah pada November--Desember 2023. Rancangan penelitian yangdigunakan pada penelitian ini adalah Rancangan Acak Kelompok(RAK) yang terdiri dari 3 perlakuan dan 5 ulangan/kelompok, jumlahsapi yang digunakan 15 ekor. Adapun perlakuan yang digunakan sebagaiberikut: P0: Pucuk Tebu Hijauan (segar) 40% + Konsentrat 60%; P1:Silase Pucuk Tebu Formula ESTOSI 1 (Molases, Za, Urea) 40% +Konsentrat 60%; P2: Pucuk Tebu Formula ESTOSI 2 (Molases, Za,Urea, Dolomit) 40% + Konsentrat 60%. Analisis sampel dilaksanakandi Laboratorium Ilmu dan Teknologi Pakan, Institut Pertanian Bogor,Bogor. Data dianalisis menggunakan analisis ragam dengan taraf nyata5% apabila perlakuan berbeda nyata (P<0,05), maka diuji lanjut denganuji BNT. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemberian silase pucuktebu pada sapi berpengaruh nyata (P<0.05) terhadap kecernaan bahankering P0: 67,79%, P1: 71,06%, dan P2: 73,51% dan bahan organiknyaP0: 68,74%, P1: 71,81%, dan P2: 74,64%. Pemberian silase pucuk tebuESTOSI 2 (P2) menjadi perlakuan terbaik berdasarkan pengaruhnyadengan nilai rata-rata tertinggi terhadap kecernaan bahan kering danbahan organik pada sapi potong
Efektivitas Suplementasi Temu Ireng (Curcuma Aeruginosa) Dalam Ransum Terhadap Kecernaan Bahan Kering Dan Kecernaan Bahan Organik Pada Kambing Jawarandu Jantan
Authors: FAIZ HARUN , Muhtarudin Muhtarudin , Erwanto Erwanto , Tantalo Syahrio
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian suplementasi temu ireng terhadap kecernaan bahan kering dan kecernaan bahan organik kambing Jawarandu Jantan. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada April 2024 - Mei 2024 yang berlokasi di kandang Margo Lembu, Adijaya, Lampung Tengah. Penelitian ini dilakukan menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) terdiri dari 4 perlakuan dan 3 ulangan, dengan menggunakan 12 ekor kambing Jawarandu Jantan. Perlakuan yang digunakan yaitu P0 : Ransum basal 100%, P1 : ransum basal 100% + 750mg temu ireng/ekor/hari, P2: ransum basal 100% + 1.500 mg temu ireng/ekor/hari dan P3: ransum basal 100% + 2.250 mg temu ireng/ekor/hari. Data yang diperoleh dianalisis dengan menggunakan Analisis Ragam (ANOVA). Hasil penelitian efektivitas suplementasi temu ireng (cucurma aeruginosa) dalam ransum terhadap kecernaan bahan kering (P0: 79,42%, P1: 80,98%, P2: 84,94% dan P3: 83,34%)  dan kecernaan bahan organik (P0: 73,41%, P1: 76,57 %, P2: 82,38% dan P3: 78,43%). Kesimpulan pada penelitian ini adalah perlakuan pemberian suplementasi temu ireng tidak berpengaruh nyata (P>0,05) terhadap kecernaan bahan kering dan kecernaan bahan organik. Perlakuan P2 pada kecernaan bahan kering dan kecernaan bahan organik dengan penambahan dosis temu ireng 1.500mg merupakan perlakuan terbaik dari perlakuan lainnya dikarenakan mampu meningkatkan kecernaan bahan kering dan kecernaan bahan organik kambing Jawarandu Jantan.
Efektivitas Suplementasi Temu Ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa) dalam Konsentrat terhadap Total Eritrosit, Hemoglobin, Packed Cell Volume Darah Kambing Jawarandu
Authors: Sazena Mayang , Siswanto Siswanto , Erwanto Erwanto , Liman Liman
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh dan level terbaik pemberian suplementasi temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa) dalam konsentrat terhadap total eritrosit, hemoglobin, dan Packed Cell Volume pada kambing Jawarandu. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada Maret – Mei 2024 di Desa Adijaya, Kecamatan Terbanggi Besar Kabupaten Lampung Tengah Provinsi Lampung. Pemeriksaan total eritrosit, hemoglobin, dan packed cell volume dilaksanakan di RSH Prof. Soeparwi Universitas Gadjah Mada. Percobaan dilakukan pada 12 ekor kambing Jawarandu jantan, dengan Rancangan Acak Kelompok berdasarkan bobot badan dengan 4 perlakuan dan 3 ulangan. Perlakuan yang diberikan P0 : Konsentrat, P1 : Konsentrat + 750 mg/ekor/hari Temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa), P2 : Konsentrat + 1.500 mg/ekor/hari Temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa), P3 : Konsentrat + 2.250 mg/ekor/hari Temu ireng (Curcuma aeruginosa). Peubah yang diamati adalah total eritrosit, hemoglobin, dan packed cell volume. Hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa penambahan tepung temu ireng dalam konsentrat pada kambing Jawarandu memiliki nilai rata-rata jumlah hemoglobin dan packed cell volume dalam kisaran normal, sedangkan pada rata-rata total eritrosit berada diatas kisaran normal.
Pengaruh Perbedaan Lama Waktu Perebusan Terhadap Kualitas Organoleptik Yolk Telur Herbal
Authors: Soffiana Tasyana Luthfi , Riyanti Rr , Nova Khaira , Septinova Dian
Published: February 2025

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh perbedaan lama waktu perebusan telur herbal terhadap kualitas organoleptik telur. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada Februari 2024 di Laboratorium Produksi Ternak, Jurusan Peternakan, Fakultas Pertanian, Universitas Lampung. Penelitian dilakukan secara deskriptif, perlakuan lama perebusan dikelompokan, setiap perlakuan menggunakan 15 butir telur dan mengumpulkan 30 orang panelis untuk mengamati kualitas organoleptik kuning telur. Perlakuan yang digunakan yaitu perebusan selama P1: 4 menit, P2: 8 menit, P3: 12 menit, P4: 16 menit. Data yang di peroleh dianalisis secara deskriptif. Peubah yang diamati yaitu karakteristik fisik dan kualitas organoleptik telur. Berdasarkan penelitian yang telah dilaksanakan maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa perbedaan lama waktu yang berbeda terhadap kualitas organoleptik memiliki rata-rata warna yolk 3,5, 3,26, 2,06, dan 3,36, rata-rata aroma yolk sebesar 3,23, 3,43, 2,1, dan 2,23, rata-rata skor rasa yolk sebesar 3,03, 3,46, 2,66, dan 3,3, rata-rata skor tesktur yolk sebesar 2,53, 3,7, 2,58, dan 3,4 pada skala 0-8.
Pengaruh Imbangan Hijauan (Daun Singkong) dan Konsentrat terhadap Kadar HDL Dan LDL Kambing Peranakan Etawa (PE)
Authors: Hanawati Nadia Dwi , Suharyati Sri , Liman Liman , Hartono Madi
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kadar HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) dan LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) pada darah kambing peranakan etawa yang diberikan pakan imbangan hijauan (daun singkong) dan konsentrat. Penelitian dilaksanakan pada bulan November-Desember 2023 di Peternakan Morgan Farm, Kecamatan Gedong Tataan, Kabupaten Pesawaran. dan pengujian dilakukan di Laboratorium Pramitra Biolab Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Kelompok (RAK) dengan 3 perlakuan dan 3 ulangan pada Kambing PE betina dalam produksi susu yang berbeda. Perlakuan pakan terdiri dari 3 imbangan: P1 (25% hijauan + 75% konsentrat), P2 (50% hijauan + 50% konsentrat), dan P3 (75% hijauan +25% konsentrat). Data hasil penelitian dianalisis menggunakan analisis ragam pada taraf 5% dan uji lanjut DUNCAN untuk peubah yang berbeda nyata Rataan HDL dan Rataan LDL pada penelitian ini berturut-turut dari P1, P2, dan P3 yaitu HDL (78,09 mg/dL; 60,42 mg/dL; dan 49,53 mg/dL), LDL (50,33 mg/dL; 44,33 mg/dL; dan 31,67 mg/dL). Data yang diperoleh pada penelitian ini yaitu pemberian imbangan pakan hijauan (daun singkong) dan konsentrat berpengaruh nyata (P<0,05) terhadap kadar HDL dan tidak berpengaruh nyata (P>0,05) terhadap LDL kambing PE. Berdasarkan kesimpulan penelitian ini perlakuan terbaik yang didapatkan yaitu pada P3 (75% hijauan +25% konsentrat).
Pengaruh Penambahan Kunyit pada Ransum terhadap Respon Fisiologis (Frekuensi Denyut Jantung, Frekuensi Pernafasan, dan Suhu Tubuh) pada Kambing Jawarandu
Authors: Antika Nanda Nunik , Tantalo Syahrio , Muhtarudin Muhtarudin , Santosa Purnama Edy
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberianpenambahan kunyit terhadap respon fisiologis (frekuensi denyutjantung, frekuensi pernafasan, dan suhu tubuh) pada kambing Jawarandudan mengetahui level perlakuan yang terbaik dalam ransum terhadaprespon fisiologis kambing Jawarandu. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan padaOktober 2023--November 2023 di peternakan rakyat Sri Kencono,Kecamatan Bumi Nabung, Kabupaten Lampung Tengah, ProvinsiLampung. Percobaan dilakukan pada 12 ekor kambing Jawarandujantan, dengan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) yang terdiri dari 4perlakuan dan 3 ulangan. Perlakuan pada penelitian ini yaitu P0: ransumbasal 250 g tanpa kunyit, P1: ransum basal 250 g + kunyit 0,5 g, P2:ransum basal 250 g + kunyit 0,75 g, P3: ransum basal 250 g + kunyit 1g. Data yang diperoleh dianalisis dengan Analysis of Variance(ANOVA) dan dibuat histogram untuk dianalisis secara deskriptif.Peubah yang diamati adalah frekuensi denyut jantung frekuensi respirasidan suhu rektal kambing Jawarandu. Pemberian ransum dengan tepungkunyit menunjukkan hasil tidak berpengaruh nyata (P>0,05) terhadaprespon fisiologis kambing Jawarandu. Berdasarkan penelitian yang telahdilakukan dapat disimpulkan bahwa penambahan tepung kunyit dalamransum basal tidak berpengaruh terhadap frekuensi denyut jantung,frekuensi pernafasan dan suhu tubuh kambing Jawarandu.
Pengaruh Penambahan Milk Replacer pada Pakan terhadap Respons Fisiologis pada Kambing Cross Boer Jantan
Authors: Nainggolan Mighuel Ariel Sharon , Qisthon Arif , Suharyati Sri , Santosa Purnama
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh dan level pemberian milk replacer yang terbaik dalam ransum terhadap respons fisiologis kambing cross boer jantan. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada Maret 2024 sampai April 2024,  bertempat di Peternakan Kambing Kahfi Farm. Jalan Terusan Raba Asyid, Gang Walet, Desa Fajar Baru, Kecamatan. Jati Agung, Kabupaten. Lampung Selatan. Kambing cross boer yang digunakan sebanyak 12 ekor dengan bobot awal 20,5 sampai 38,5 kg. Penelitian ini dilakukan secara eksperimental menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan empat perlakuan dan tiga kali ulangan. Data respons fisiologis yang diperoleh dianalisis dengan analysis of varian (ANOVA). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemberian milk replacer tidak berpengaruh nyata terhadap frekuensi respirasi (P>0,05),  denyut jantung (P>0,05), dan suhu rektal kambing cross boer jantan. Dengan demikian penambahan milk replacer dapat dilakukan hingga 7,5 kg dalam ransum.
The impact of harmonious parent-child relationships on the development of psychological well-being and personality resilience: a qualitative study in healthcare professionals
Authors: Spytska Liana
Published: February 2025

Introduction: The relationship between parents and children is the foundation of family life, which determines the mental and emotional well-being of each family member. Therefore, understanding the impact of harmonious relationships on personal development is important and relevant to society, as it can have far-reaching consequences for the quality of life. Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate how harmonious relationships between parents and children affect the child’s mental health, specifically from the perspective of healthcare workers. Method: Qualitative and quantitative methods, including systematization, synthesis, analysis, and interviews, were employed in the study. Data were collected through interviews with parents and children, as well as through an analysis of scientific literature and clinical cases. Result: It was found that close relationships between parents and children play a key role in the development of adolescents’ self-esteem. The quality of these relationships is determined by mutual understanding, support, and trust. Interaction with parents contributes to the psychological growth and positive self-image of children. It was also found that having free time with parents contributes to a more profound emotional connection and understanding. The study confirmed the importance of harmonious parent-child relationships for the mental well-being of children. The results of an interview with 100 mental health professionals confirmed the effectiveness of strategies such as emotional support, joint activities, setting clear boundaries, and others in establishing positive relationships between parents and children. The study found that family therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and parental psychological education are effective methods for stimulating harmonious relationships between parents and children. Conclusion: These approaches promote the child’s mental well-being and contribute to a better understanding of their needs and emotions. The findings can be used to develop and implement intervention and support programmes for parents to improve their relationships with their children.
Low-Power 5G Protocols for Sustainable Communication in Rural and Remote Networks
Authors: Bhat Shaman
Published: February 2025

While 5G technology has the ability to offer unparalleled connectivity and data speeds, high power consumption prevents its usage in rural and remote areas, where energy resources are often scarce and infrastructure is minimal. This paper provides a set of low-power 5G protocols designed to improve energy efficiency while maintaining reliable communication standards in under-served localities. Our proposed protocols incorporate adaptive protocol layering, energy-efficient modulation techniques, and advanced power-saving mechanisms, such as sleep modes and intelligent wake-up functionalities. This helps to reduce overall energy demand without compromising network performance. The findings suggest that, combined with renewable energy sources, these protocols offer a viable solution for extending 5G coverage to rural and remote areas, promoting greater digital inclusion and aligning with the aim of global sustainability.
Developing tourism in Wetland Destinations: A study based on Tanguar Haor, Sylhet, Bangladesh
Authors: Ahmed Tanvir , Acharjee Sanjoy Kumar , Urmila Ummy Hany
Published: February 2025

This paper investigates the tourism potential of Tanguar Haor, a Ramsar-designated wetland in Bangladesh, in light of its increasing importance as a destination. Qualitative methodology was employed to conduct semi-structured interviews with 15 participants to understand visitor perceptions, infrastructure deficiencies, and environmental concerns. Thematic analysis of the collected data indicates that sustainable tourism strategies should be integrated to reconcile ecological protection with developmental aspirations. Community engagement, improved infrastructure, and pollution mitigation are essential to implementing sustainable tourism practices. By tackling these multidimensional challenges, Tanguar Haor has the potential to be a model wetland tourism destination that integrates biodiversity conservation and socioeconomic benefits. This study enhances academic discourse on sustainable tourism in environmentally vulnerable wetland destinations.
How to violate the first law of thermodynamics with an ASE of Papain and Newcomen before it was stated by Clausius
Authors: Ferreiro Garcia Ramon
Published: February 2025

This paper explores the historical and thermodynamic implications of the atmospheric steam engines (ASE) developed by Denis Papin and Thomas Newcomen in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. These engines, which operated using vacuum-induced contraction rather than steam expansion, seemingly violated the first law of thermodynamics—conservation of energy—before it was formally articulated by Rudolf Clausius in the mid-19th century. Papin's innovative approach utilized thermal contraction and atmospheric pressure to perform mechanical work, a method later refined by Newcomen. The engines achieved work through vacuum generation by condensing steam with cold water, a process that contradicted the conventional understanding of energy conservation as later defined by Clausius and Carnot. The paper analyzes the operational principles of Papin’s and Newcomen’s ASEs, highlighting how their contraction-based work led to an increase in internal energy while performing useful mechanical work, a phenomenon inconsistent with the first law of thermodynamics. The study also examines the transition from contraction-based engines to expansion-based systems, such as the Rankine cycle, and discusses the implications of these early engines on the development of thermodynamic theory. Through case studies and experimental evidence, the paper argues that the first law, as originally stated, fails to account for contraction-based work, suggesting a need for its revision to include such phenomena. The findings underscore the historical significance of Papin’s and Newcomen’s contributions to engineering and thermodynamics, while also raising questions about the completeness of classical thermodynamic principles.
Biochemical Mechanisms of Drought Resistance in Soft Wheat Under Modeling of Water Deficiency and Effects of Seed Treatment with Metabolically Active Substances
Authors: Havii Valentyna , Palyvoda Yuliia , Kuchmenko Olena , Stamirowska-Krzaczek Ewa , Tomaszewska Marzena , Kocira Anna
Published: February 2025

Water deficiency is one of the major factors that limit crop production among those causing plant stress. Therefore, the study aimed to investigate the effect of metabolically active compounds on reducing the negative effects of drought and stimulating physiological and biochemical processes in the spring wheat variety Provintsialka. In the study, wheat seeds were soaked in solutions of substances: PEG-6000 (EG); PEG-6000 + vitamin E (PEG+E); PEG-6000 + ubiquinone-10 (PEG+Q); PEG-6000 + methionine (PEG+M); PEG-6000 + parahydroxybenzoic acid (PEG+P); PEG-6000 + MgSO4 (PEG+Mg); PEG- 6000 + vitamin E + ubiquinone-10 (PEG+EQ); PEG-6000 + vitamin E + methionine + parahydroxybenzoic acid (PEG+EMP); PEG-6000 + vitamin E + methionine + parahydroxybenzoic acid + MgSO4 (PEG+EMPMg). The wheat seeds were then poured into a 12% PEG solution to simulate the water deficit and then germinated. The study determined the activities of ascorbate peroxidase and catalase, as well as the content of ascorbic acid and glutathione. It was found that the treatment of spring wheat seeds of the Provintsialka variety with meta-bolically active compounds and their combinations affected the activity of antioxidant protection enzymes in water-deficient conditions. Treat-ment of seeds with MgSO4 solution most effectively reduces catalase activity compared to the indicators of seedlings whose seeds were in simulated drought conditions. The treatment of wheat seeds with vita-min E most effectively stimulated the activity of ascorbate peroxidase, increasing it by 65.5% compared to the control and by 2.4% relative to the PEG treated seedlings. A decrease in the activity of catalase corre-lates with an increase in the activity of ascorbate peroxidase and indicates the compensatory effect of the enzymes of the antioxidant system. The treatment of wheat seeds with ubiquinone-10 (PEG+Q) most effectively increased the ascorbate content in seedlings by 46.3% compared to seedlings whose seeds were in water deficit conditions. An increase in the ascorbate content in wheat seedlings was also noted when wheat seeds were treated with EMP (PEG+EMP) and EMPMg (PEG+EMPMg). The highest levels of glutathione in drought-stressed seedlings were observed in those treated with vitamin E and EMP (PEG+EMP), exceeding control levels by 31.4% and 30.7%, respectively, and PEG-treated seedlings by 59.9% and 59.2%. This confirms the promising use of metabolically active substances for plant adaptation under conditions of slow water flow.
Helminth fauna of Anatololacerta pelasgiana (Mertens, 1959) (Sauria: Lacertidae) from several localities of south-west part of Türkiye
Authors: Birlik S. , Yildirimhan H. S. , Sümer N. , Hastürk E. B. , Kumlutaş Y. , Ilgaz Ç. , Candan K. , Yildirim Caynak E.
Published: February 2025

We present data on helminths harboured by Pelasgian Rock Lizard Anatololacerta pelasgiana (Mertens, 1959) from several localities in Muğla province, Türkiye. Five helminth species (Nematoda) were found in A. pelesgiana: Oswaldocruzia filiformis, Physalopteroides sp., Thubunae sp., Spauligodon cabrerae and Spauligodon aloisei. Overall helminth prevalences were not relatively high for this species [27/44 (61.3 %)]; helminth assemblages from host species were depauperate and dominated by generalist helminths with direct life cycles.
A new entomopathogenic nematode species and its association with a facultative necromenic nematode
Authors: Ávila-López M. B. , Hernandez-Mena D. I. , Ibarra J. E. , Vidal-Martínez V. M.
Published: February 2025

This is the report of mixed infection of an entomopathogenic nematode and a free-living bacteriophage nematode both invading Galleria mellonella larvae, apparently showing strong intraguild competition. The entomopathogenic nematodes isolated in this study were classified as Heterorhabditis kankabi n. sp., and Metarhabditis rainai through light and electronic microscopy, sequencing of ITS and 28S ribosomal DNA regions, and phylogenetic analyses. The bacteriophage nematode M. rainai was recognized as a facultative necromenic nematode, as it consumed the food resources obtained by entomopathogenic nematodes, directly affecting the life cycle of the later by stopping their development and forcing them to leave G. mellonella in search of new hosts.
Deep Learning with 3D ResNets for Comprehensive Dual-Lane Speed Climbing Video Analysis
Authors: Xie Y. , Mariano V.
Published: February 2025

Analyzing dual-lane speed climbing videos provides critical insights into data- driven performance evaluation in sports climbing. This study introduces an enhanced deep learning approach based on 3D ResNets to classify and analyze speed climbing states. Leveraging an annotated dataset of 872 high-resolution videos covering 15 state combinations, the model integrates optimized 3D convolutions and residual connections, achieving significant improvements in classification accuracy and computational efficiency. With a test accuracy of 92.78%, the model significantly outperforms 2D CNNs and C3D models. Additionally, its lightweight architecture and reduced computational complexity equip it with the potential for real-time deployment in controlled environments. While challenges such as data imbalance and limited generalization remain, this research provides a robust technical framework for speed climbing video analysis and lays the groundwork for broader applications in spatiotemporal modeling and intelligent sports analytics.
Two clusterings to capture basketball players’ shooting tendencies using tracking data: clustering of shooting styles and the shots themselves
Authors: Yamada Kazuhiro , Fujii Keisuke
Published: February 2025

Studies to understand the shooting preferences of basketball players relied exclusively on data on shot location, which did not lead to concrete understandings because they contained no information on how they moved to that location. Therefore, this study tried to cluster the players’ shooting tendencies using the tracking data of the players’ movements during the game. To do this, we first created hand-crafted shot features that included information on the pre-shot movement. Using those features, the dissimilarity of shooting tendencies between players was computed by considering the shot set of each player as a probability distribution and calculating the Wasserstein distance between them. The clustering based on their dissimilarity resulted in more clusters than in previous studies and allowed for specific shooting styles to be defined. Clustering using Gower distance as a dissimilarity measure for shot features, including a categorical feature, extracted clusters of shots that are useful for understanding players’ more detailed shooting tendencies. These results prove that it is not only the shot location but also how the player moved before the shot that is important to capture the player’s shooting preferences.
Resilience Analysis of the European Insurance Industry
Authors: Vintilă Alexandra , Roman Mihai Daniel
Published: February 2025

The insurance market does not generate only a risk dispersion tool, but constitutes a complex system that contributes to the efficient and effective functioning of the economy. In order to guarantee the fundamental role of this market in sustainable economic growth, insurers must prove resilience in the face of risk and uncertainty generated by the complexity of the system of interdependencies in which they operate. The purpose of the article is to analyze the resilience of the European insurance market, its adaptability to changes and the recovery of delays caused by recent health (especially the COVID-19 pandemic). The data used include variables that define the European insurance system (such as gross written premiums, gross claims incurred, total technical expenses, total assets, total liabilities and number of entities) from EIOPA’s annual statistics from 2017 to2023. Analysis tools include cluster analysis to evaluate the dissimilarity and similarity of European Union countries. The resilience of the insurance industry to shocks was also analyzed from the perspective of financial performance by using a clusterization analysis in order to group countries based on Euclidean distance. The results indicate a grouping of countries in two clusters whose composition remained relatively stable to shocks.
Evaluation of Herbal Extract Emulsions on Broiler Chicken Growth: A Formulation and Characterization Study
Authors: Mariadi Mariadi , Prasetyo Bayu Eko , Nugraha Sony Eka
Published: February 2025

This study aimed to formulate, characterize, and investigate the effects of herbal extract emulsions (HEE) on the growth of broiler chickens. The HEE were prepared with 0.3% herbal extracts, pharmaceutical excipients, and a 5% brown sugar solution as the continuous phase. The study was conducted with five groups, each with four replications, and three chicks per replication (completely randomized design). Mixed-sex broilers (n=60) were treated with 0.03% HEE in drinking water for five weeks, whereas one control group (n=12) received only regular drinking water. The preference rate for HEE in drinking water was determined by observing the consumption quantity over a designated period. Broiler chicken growth, including live weight, internal organ weight, carcass characteristics, percentage of abdominal fat, and feed conversion ratio (FCR) was observed in 40 birds slaughtered at the end of the trial. The 0.3% HEE preparations comprising moringa leaf extract, turmeric rhizome, or a mixture of both, were characterized as oil-in-water (o/w) emulsions, with a pH range of 5.6-6.5, and viscosity of 0.05-0.06 Pa.s. The treatment groups had significantly higher preference for the HEE-supplemented drinking water compared to the control. The mean live weight was 1,721.67-1,744.17 g/bird, mean internal organ weight 220.00-253.33 g/bird, carcass percent 70.41-74.20%, abdominal fat percent 0.90-1.94%, and mean FCR 1.55-1.60. This study showed that the HEE preparations were preferred and significantly influenced internal organ and abdominal fat weight. The carcass weight and FCR were non-significantly unaffected by HEE.
Polish Studies on Saturation Diving and Practical Application of Their Findings. Part 3B Technical and Organisational Issues of the Implementation of Saturation Diving in Poland from the 1990s Onwards. Part 3C
Authors: Skrzyński Stanisław
Published: February 2025

This article is another in a series of articles on the research and implementation of saturation diving technology in Poland. It discusses the specificities related to the implementation of this technology against the background of economic and historical conditions in our country. In Poland, the issue of saturation diving for the needs of the emerging offshore mining industry has been for over a dozen years dealt with by the Department of Diving Equipment and Technology of Underwater Works (Polish abbr. ZSNiTPP). In parallel, deep diving technologies were developed, in the first stage, as a basic diving technology and, since 1994, as complementary to ensure the full backup for saturation diving. Since 1995, saturation diving has become an everyday occurrence in the Polish economic zone of the Baltic Sea. This article shows the difficult path that the implementation of saturation diving took during a period of economic instability when the scale of the domestic offshore industry’s facilities was small compared to global companies. Selected animators and participants in the implementation are recalled for two periods: one marked with the cooperation with the Italian underwater services company RANA and the other one, a period of implementation of long-term underwater works based on domestic capabilities. The article also considers the technical and organisational conditions for the implementation of saturation diving for the Polish mining industry. In 1990, the Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Company Petrobaltic (today LOTOS) played one of the key roles in the implementation of saturation diving in our country. The implementation of saturation diving in Poland was linked to the only operational diving system of Italian production, the Af-2, which enabled scientific research related to the application of new technical solutions and testing under operational conditions, as well as contributed to the development of scientific, engineering, and medical staff for the Polish offshore industry. The company played one of the main roles in the implementation of saturation diving in our country The 1995 became a landmark year in the history of saturation diving in Poland, as well as in the Baltic Sea. Through this technology, the process of installing the first two underwater exploitation heads on production wells B3-7 and B3-10 was initiated. The saturation diving was possible thanks to the leasing of the Af-2 diving system by Petrobaltic and its subsequent purchase by the Naval Academy in 1998.This system, after a series of upgrades, is still in service today.
Selected Antropometric Characteristic of Swimmers vs. Kinematics of the Swimming Start
Authors: Rudnik Daria , Fonseca Pedro , Soares Susana , Colomina Raúl Arellano , Fernandes Ricardo J. , Vilas-Boas João Paulo , Rejman Marek
Published: February 2025

We researched for relationships between selected anthropometric parameters of the elite swimmers and their performance considering the biomechanical structure of the swimming start as well as preferred back plate position. The study group consisted of 13 female and 14 male swimmers. First, anthropometric measures were obtained with a 3D scanner (Mephisto EX-PRO, 4D Dynamics Bvba, Belg). Subsequently, participants performed a kickstart. An instrumented starting block and four video cameras were used to collect kinematic data of the starts. The footage was analyzed using SIMI Motion software. Then Pearson’s correlation coefficient was calculated. Athletes of both sexes with greater body height and longer upper limbs preferred to position the back plate further from the front of the starting block (r > 0.5). The duration of the push-off phase decreased with increasing body height and lower limb length (r = 0.64; r = 0.68). Males with higher body mass and longer upper limbs covered a longer distance during the flight phase (r = 0.75; r = 0.58). In the female group, a positive correlation was shown for torso length and flight time and distance (r = 0.67; r = 0.74). Males with higher body mass had shorter total start time (r = -0.67). Conscious individual choice of the starting position can result in an improvement in the quality of the swimming start. The obtained results allow for monitoring and evaluation of the individual technique of the swimming start and thus improve the training process.
Evaluation of the Influence of the Trailer Mass Centre Position on the Stopping Distance of the Vehicle Combination. Experimental Verification of Calculations Using a Simulation Model
Authors: Kąkol Marcin , Lozia Zbigniew
Published: February 2025

The paper presents the results of experimental verification of the constructed simulation model of the two-axle vehicle - single-axle unbraked trailer assembly. The model describes the effect of the trailer’s centre of mass position on the braking distance. The constructed model and the assumptions adopted for its construction are described at the beginning. The acquired geometric and mass data of the vehicles used for the tests are presented. The further part of the paper describes road tests in real conditions, where the braking distance of the towing vehicle itself and the towing vehicle - loaded (in six variants) single-axle unbraked trailer assembly were assessed. The parameters of the road surface on which the tests were conducted were determined. During the tests, the distance travelled by the vehicles and the force applied to the brake pedal were recorded. The results of experimental verification of the constructed simulation model are presented, where the values of the braking distance and deceleration were assessed. The model with confirmed usefulness will be used as a software component, which will be a real effect of implementation in the workplace of the solution of one of the co-authors of this study. A utilitarian effect will also be obtained, expanding the knowledge of people dealing with the issue of road accidents (court experts and car appraisers). The summary contains conclusions and comments for further research. The research was carried out as part of the statutory work conducted at the Military Institute of Armoured and Automotive Technology.
Challenges and Opportunities in Implementing a Universal Social Health Protection Model: a Comparative Analysis of Low, Middle, and High-Income Countries
Authors: Moussane Aboutayeb , Elazzouzi Mohamed
Published: February 2025

This article explores the dynamics of a social model associated with redistribution policies. We compare this model with Universal Health Coverage (UHC), specifically examining their influence on social health protection systems and the demand for health services across various countries. This influence is reflected in healthcare expenditures. To achieve this, we conducted a literature review. We employed descriptive statistics to analyze the relationships between key indicators, including the UHC Service Coverage Index and the proportion of direct (out-of-pocket) expenditure in healthcare. These indicators help assess the impact of social health protection systems on both the demand for health services and access to necessary care. The findings indicate that UHC coverage is lower in low- and middle-income countries compared to high-income countries. Additionally, we observe an increase in direct healthcare expenditures in low-income nations, while such expenditures are declining in high-income countries.
The BRICS Prepare the New International Order
Authors: Negreponti-Delivanis Maria
Published: February 2025

The article refers to the BRICS, the reasons for their creation, which can be summarized in the dissatisfaction of the countries of the South with the way they are treated by the West, their strengths and weaknesses, as well as their rapid rise in importance. They are presided over by China and Russia, and their objectives are the overthrow of the present international order and its replacement by a new one, very different from the present one, as well as the dethroning of the dollar and its replacement by the currencies of the countries of the South, especially the rim nimbi and the ruble. The population of the countries belonging to the BRICS has exceeded that of the G7, and the BRICS have surpassed the G7 in terms of world GDP production. In the coming years the BRICS will generate most of the world’s economic growth.
The Determinants of Foreign Direct Investment Inflows in Romania
Authors: DRAGOMIR Eugen-Mihai , DOBREA Răzvan Cătălin
Published: February 2025

FDI is a key element of a country’s economy, a high level of FDI (foreign direct investment) being seen both as an extremely important determinant of economic growth and as a sign of successfully implemented economic policies. Therefore, the determinants of foreign direct investment itself are of great importance to any country that wishes to attract investors and boost its economy. The aim of this paper is to research and analyse many different determinants of foreign direct investment and then compare the findings to the determinants that currently influence the investors’ decisions in Romania. The different determinants were used in order to create an overall picture of the global situation regarding investors’ expectations. We then further analysed the current situation in Romania and checked for differences in the context of the world’s rising geopolitical tensions, fast pace of the technological transformation, and the movement towards sustainability.
Parking Management in Bucharest – Resident Satisfaction and Local Governance Outcomes
Authors: STATE Cristina STATE , POPESCU Dan , RIZOIU Leonard-Alin , GROSU Iolanda-Petronela
Published: February 2025

This study explores citizen’s satisfaction with the current state of parking management in the Romanian capital. The analysis highlights the financial implications of local government efforts to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation. By examining irregularities or issues observed on the streets and in public parking areas, the study provides an empirical assessment of how parking facilities are managed within the urban domain. A quantitative approach was employed, utilising a questionnaire completed by 1,073 residents of Bucharest. The findings reveal a significant dissatisfaction among citizens with the management of parking issues. Authorities’ tolerance of parking law breaches compromises public safety and reduces the overall quality of life. Moreover, the daily presence of over 500,000 illegally parked vehicles highlights the inaction of local authorities in addressing taxpayer concerns. Two key solutions are proposed to address these challenges: (a) the strategic planning and management of modern parking facilities, and (b) a shared commitment from public authorities and citizens to fulfil their responsibilities. Furthermore, enforcing parking laws for illegal parking could potentially contribute 247.5 million RON (approximately 49.5 million EUR) to local government budgets on a daily basis. A noted limitation of this research is the relatively small sample size of the respondents. Future studies aim to expand the scope by incorporating other dimensions of parking management and adopting a comparative framework at the European level.
Food Prices and Food Production in Selected West African Countries: The Moderating Effect of Fragility
Authors: DOKI Naomi O. , MILE Bridget Ngodoo , IJIRSHAR Victor Ushahemba , TERSUGH Ashifa
Published: February 2025

The relationship between food prices and production significantly shapes consumer affordability and producer income in low-to-middle-income nations. While increased prices can stimulate production, excessive fluctuations pose threats to financial stability and food security, especially in regions like West Africa prone to conflicts and disruptions. This study investigated the impact of food prices on food production in selected West African countries, exploring the moderating effect of fragility on this connection. Employing non-stationary heterogeneous panel models, including Pooled Mean Group (PMG), Mean Group (MG), and Dynamic Fixed Effect (DFE) estimators based on Hausman test results, the study revealed that agricultural lands and fertiliser application drive food production in the long run. Positive links are found between food prices, agricultural employment, and food production, with fragility moderating these relationships in some instances. The study also found that fragility negatively affects food production, showing its adverse influence in several West African nations. The study recommends that governments address fragility by focusing on conflict resolution, institution strengthening, and political stability. Additionally, it suggests promoting land management policies facilitating farmer access, encouraging fertiliser use, and implementing market-driven incentives to enhance price stability and market access for fair farmer compensation.
Asymmetry in the Purchasing Power Parity in the Context of South Africa
Authors: KISTEN Reuben Jerome , MSOMI Simiso , MUZINDUTSI Paul-Francois , NZIMANDE Ntokozo , NYATI Malibongwe Cyprian
Published: February 2025

This paper investigated whether the purchasing power parity (PPP) hypothesis holds between South Africa and the United States of America and to determine if there is an asymmetry in the PPP from 1980 to 2020. A decomposition technique was applied to create key variables in which unit root tests such as ADF, PP, and the KPSS were employed. The results of all three tests found that the macro variables exhibited stationary behaviour, thus validating the PPP. Furthermore, by decomposing the variable into positive and negative components, the study reveals that the convergence to equilibrium is asymmetric. By showing this, we also confirmed the existence of asymmetry within the macro variables, which provides important implications for policymakers.
Bridging the Gap Between Digital Maturity and Competitive Advantage: Are Digital Maturity Models Enough?
Authors: LAOUAR Manal , BOUKERCH Yahia
Published: February 2025

Amidst nowadays digital-driven environment, achieving digital maturity has become the focal point of contemporary organisations more than ever before. Therefore, Digital Maturity Models (DMMs) have been subject to various studies. These instruments are means meant to assess the state of an organisation’s Digital Transformation (DT). Although (1) higher digital maturity is frequently related to significant competitive advantage and (2) despite the fact that DMMs being the main instrument used to describe it, the role of DMMs in putting across the complex interplay between (1) and (2) seems to be underexplored. Thus, this study aims to shed light on this gap via the examination of the structure and efficacy of DMMs with a special emphasis on how these models help in gaining knowledge and insights pertaining to competitive advantage. Findings suggest that DMMs do constitute an invaluable basis for digital transformation and progression towards digital maturity; nevertheless, they fall short in providing organisations with actionable plans to better leverage their capabilities so as to gain a market edge. To bridge this gap, the authors offer an initial practice-oriented framework that stresses the role of digital maturity practices in converting digital capabilities into competitive differentiators.
Igba-boi Entrepreneurial Philosophy: An Afrocentric Place-Building Model
Authors: IWARA Ishmael , OJAKOROTU Victor
Published: February 2025

Through the lens of a place-building model, this theoretical analysis of existing discourse explains the Igba-boi entrepreneurial philosophy and its transformative role in the post-Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970) socioeconomic recovery of the Igbo ethnic group. It positions the entrepreneurship model as a strategic resource for capacity development within marginalised communities, ultimately advancing sustainable local economies. Using a qualitative research methodology rooted in a desktop-based literature review, this study draws attention to the core principles of the model’s philosophical foundations, emphasising its profound potential as a blueprint for similarly marginalised Indigenous communities. The model’s implementation hinges on the community’s unified acknowledgement of the importance of development, and the dedication of successful entrepreneurs in identifying, mentoring, and establishing emerging talent. Implementing this entrepreneurial philosophy offers marginalised groups a viable pathway toward economic empowerment, self-sufficiency, and the conservation of cultural heritage. Actors and policymakers can effectively fuse the model’s foundations into development frameworks for marginalised communities.
Unravelling Consumer Choices: A Comparative Analysis of Decision-Making Models
Authors: SHIN Yong B. , BASWANI Siddharth
Published: February 2025

This case provides an illustration of the application of various consumer decision-making models to select from a number of alternatives, represented here by physics-related smartphone apps. It covers the weighted additive difference, conjunctive, disjunctive, lexicographical, and elimination by aspects methodologies, representing popular consumer decision-making models in managerial area. It also covers the simple additive weighting (SAW) approach from multi-attribute decision-making area. In addition, it highlights the rank inconsistency phenomenon, which is often considered unavoidable with most decision-making models. Here, this paper applies the unified commensurate multiple (UCM) approach, which successfully addresses this problem of rank inconsistency and leads to more consistent rankings, whereby removal of the lowest-ranked alternative does not affect the overall rankings of the abovementioned smartphone apps.