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The Influence of Fast Food Diet on The Incidence of Obesity in School Children : A Systematic Review
Authors: Pangkahila Evangelista Maria , Pangkahila Jahja Alex
Published: August 2024

Backgrounds : Obesity occurs due to an imbalance between incoming and outgoing energy intake, so excess energy is stored as fat tissue. The prevalence of overweight and obese children in the world in 2010 was 6.7%, increasing to 9.1% in 2020. Frequent consumption of ready-to-eat foods can increase the incidence of obesity. Fast food usually contains large amounts of sodium, saturated fat, and cholesterol. Aims : This systematic review aims to determine the effect of fast food on the incidence of obesity in school children. Method : This study used a systematic review approach. The research data source used scientific journals that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Result : Based on nine scientific articles analyzed, seven journals showed that the habitual pattern of fast food consumption can increase the incidence of obesity in children, and two journals showed no effect of fast food consumption on obesity. Conclusion : Fast food consumption patterns in school children occur due to technological developments and cultural changes. Therefore, it is necessary to change behaviour and eating patterns in school children.
Penyelesaian Utang Debitur Terhadap Kreditur Melalui Kepailitan Dalam Sistem Hukum Indonesia
Authors: Prabowo Rahmat Eko , Saputra Tri Eka
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan mempertajam konsep pengaturan hukum dalam penyelesaian utang melalui kepailitan serta penyelesaian utang debiturterhadap kreditor. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian hukum normatif, dengan jenis dan bahan hukum sekunder yang berasal dari bahan hukum primer. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa: Pengaturan hukum penyelesaian utang melalui kepailitan terdapat hubungan yang kuat antara KUHPerdata dan UUKPKPU yang dapat kita lihat pada Pasal 222 Ayat (2) Jo Pasal 1413 KUHPerdata yang secara substansi mengatur mengenai pembaharuan utang antara pihak debitur dengan pihak para kreditor. Penyelesaian utang debitur terhadap kreditur pada hakekatnya merupakan satu rangkaian proses yang dimulai dari permohonan pernyataan pailit, pengurusan dan pemberesan harta pailit, dan terakhir adalah berakhirnya kepailitan, diajukan kepada Ketua Pengadilan Niaga wilyah hukum debitur tersebut.
Fungsi Jaksa Dalam Penyidikan Tindak Pidana Korupsi Terhadap Anggaran Bantuan Operasional Sekolah
Authors: Arsy Aulia Andi Suci , TL A. Darmawansya , Murdiono Murdiono
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis peran dan fungsi Jaksa di Kejaksaan Negeri Gowa dalam penyidikan tindak pidana korupsi anggaran dan operasional sekolah serta Faktor penghambat upaya jaksa di Kejaksaan Negeri Gowa dalam Penyidikan tindak pidana korupsi dana operasional sekolah. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian hukum empiris, yaitu metode penelitian hukum yang diperoleh langsung dari narasumber dengan melalui penelitian lapangan, yang dilakukan baik itu melalui wawancara, pengamatan (observasi). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa : Fungsi penyidikan dalam pemberantasan pidana korupsi di Kejaksaan Negeri Gowa kurang efektif karena tindak pidana korupsi sulit untuk dibuktikan. Proses penyidikan oleh Jaksa Penyidik memerlukan penyesuaian unsur materil dengan pengumpulan bukti-bukti yang kuat untuk menjerat pelaku korupsi. Faktor yang mempengaruhi efektivitas penyidikan oleh Kejaksaan Negeri Gowa melalui Jaksa Penyidiknya adalah substansi, struktur, dan budaya hukum. Di antara ketiganya, struktur hukum menjadi faktor paling berpengaruh.
Students’ Attitudes to Secondary School Reading Texts of ESP Aspects
Authors: HANIFI Aissa
Published: August 2024

Most secondary school EFL teachers in Algeria claim that their students encounter real difficulties to understand scientific texts inserted in their English textbook. This study has attemptedto investigate the major factors that influence the scientific texts’ reading task and hinder the third year secondary school students’ ability to understand such type of texts. These factors incorporatemainly some English scientific text features and actual psychological handicaps that prevent students from having an easy access to scientific texts comprehension. To achieve these aims, Thestudy used the data of gathered from students’ questionnaires that revealed interesting findings .Thestudy showed that most students did not show much motivation to study English let alone dealing with English text related to scientific topics. The students attributed part of their failure to deal withEnglish scientific texts’ reading to the technical vocabulary and the complex sentence structure thatoften characterise such type of texts.
Machine Translation: New Dimensions in Translating and Translators' Roles
Authors: GHEDEIR BRAHIM Mohammed
Published: August 2024

This study aims at touching upon effects of technological developments, precisely, machine translation (MT) on translating and translators roles. As computational activities become more mainstream and the internet opens up the wider multilingual and global community, research and development in MT continues to grow at a rapid rate. It is expected that this study will constitute a theoretical basis for translating and translators in the era of machine translation and translation technology.
Deciphering the Postcolonial Discourse: An Oriental Reading for The Kite Runner by Khaled Housseini and The Parisian by Isabella Hammad
Authors: ZIANE BOUZIANE Latifa
Published: August 2024

Postcolonial literature explores the effects of colonialism and its aftermath, shedding light on the complex relationships between colonizers and the colonized. It challenges dominant narratives, gives voice to marginalized perspectives, and examines themes of identity, power, and cultural hybridity. It also addresses issues of nationalism, representationalism, opposition, ethnicity, and feminism.    Postcolonial dialogue in literature refers to the discourse that emerges in the aftermath of colonialism, encompassing various elements such as the reshaping of identities, power dynamics, cultural exchanges, and responses to historical colonial narratives. It is often a space where writers and intellectuals from formerly colonized societies engage with and respond to the legacies of colonialism. A wide range of post-colonial novels has been published during the 1990s and the first years of the 21st century, including The Kite Runner by the Afghan-American novelist Khaled Hosseini and The Parisian by the British-Palestinian novelist Isabella Hammad. These novels provide insight into the postcolonial experience, offering nuanced portrayals of the impacts of colonization on individuals and societies. This article aims to deciphering the postcolonial discourse in Khaled Housseini’s The Kite Runner and Isabella Hammad’s The Parisian using oriental lenses. An oriental perspective seems to offer a unique examination of the different experiences of those from oriental cultures, shedding light on the nuanced complexities of postcolonial discourse. Thus, the oriental perspective adds depth and nuance to the analysis of The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and The Parisian by Isabella Hammad.
Negotiating Masculinity and Cultural Identity in Americanah:	An Analysis of Hegemonic Norms in Nigerian Diaspora Literature
Authors: ELKATEB Nesrine , AMARA Naimi
Published: August 2024

This article delves into the presentation of masculinity and cultural identity in diaspora literature, honing in on Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Americanah. The study seeks to understand how cultural expectations and power dynamics contribute to the construction of masculinity within Nigerian diasporic communities, utilizing Connell's theory of hegemonic masculinity. Furthermore, it seeks to examine the impact of cultural fusion on the development of masculinity and cultural identity in male main characters in the chosen novel and to investigate how the intersections of race, gender, and immigrant background converge to influence the formation of masculinity in Americanah. Through a thorough examination of the male characters, the research delves into their engagements with dominant norms while striving to establish their sense of self and connection. The primary discoveries underscore the complex interplay among race, gender, and the immigrant background in moulding not only personal but also communal identities. The investigation pinpoints occurrences of defiance and rebellion against the prevailing masculine norms, while also exploring the potential for cultural amalgamation to redefine conventional ideas of masculinity. This scholarly inquiry enriches the comprehension of the intricate dynamics surrounding masculinity and cultural identification, providing valuable perspectives on the nuances of diasporic encounters and their influence on identity formation within diasporic literary works. In addition, this learned analysis creates opportunities for more inquiries into the relationships among sex, ethnicity, and individuality in contemporary literature, ultimately propelling the awareness of different plots within migrant communities.
The Retranslation of the Quran into English: A Study of the Common Motivations behind 71 Retranslations
Authors: HADJ-YASIN Ayman
Published: August 2024

The Qur’an has been translated and re-translated into English several times. A large number of studies have explored these translations from different points of view. However, exploring the motivations or justifications of retranslating this text into English has not received sufficient attention. This study aims to shed light on the most common motivations behind the retranslation of 71 Quran Translations in English by examining the paratextual materials of them, and provide specific interpretations of the statistical differences between these motivations in light of the conditions in which those translations were produced and received. The study showed that the most prominent motivations behind the re-translation of the Qur’an in English are respectively: bringing translation semantically closer to the Quran, raising the level of understanding the Quran in the target language, simplifying its language, providing a new reading of the text in the target language, and highlighting some of its content and stylistic features. These justifications or motivations have shaped the production, reproduction and reception of these retranslations in this language and should, it is argued, be understood in light of specific linguistic, historical and geopolitical transformations in the last two centuries, especially in the West. The study is divided into an overview, a literature review, data and methodology of the study, results of the study, a discussion of these results, and a conclusion.
Digital marketing and web transcreation Advertising and localization of the Palestinian kūfīyyah in English and Spanish
Authors: BEKRI Kaouthar
Published: August 2024

This study aims to highlight transcreation or creative translation in digital marketing and address the cultural parameters for the transmission of the same advertising message to the target text, promoted on web pages. These digital pages, whether bilingual or multilingual , have demonstrated the need to involve the study of transcreation as a persuasive method shared between advertising and digital marketing. Furthermore, the adaptation of an advertising message to another language is related to one of the advertising strategies: localization. It should be noted that transcreation and digital marketing applied to web pages are two sides of the same coin. Both parties share, among other factors, persuasive content, which is quite necessary to convey advertising information about a product to other cultures.
Available Phosphorus by Five Different Soil Testing Methods in Sandy Soils of Southwest Florida, USA
Authors: Sato Shinjiro , Morgan Kelly T
Published: August 2024

Phosphorus (P) fertilization is critical for improved vegetable production on Florida sandy soils. Mehlich 1 (M1) is the standard soil P testing solution for P fertilization recommendation in acidic soils with low cation exchange capacity. However, its suitability for calcareous and/or alkaline soils needs to be evaluated, therefore compared with that of other soil P testing methods (Mehlich 3, Bray, Olsen, and AB-DTPA) in this study. Soil samples collected from vegetable farms were characterized as alkaline/non-calcareous and calcareous soils. M1-P was well correlated with M3-, Bray-, and Olsen-P, respectively, for both soils. M1-, M3-, and Bray-P were greater from calcareous soil than non-calcareous soil for given labile P, which indicated an overestimation from calcareous soil. Olsen-P for given labile P was similar for both soils, thus well represented available P from both soils. Appropriate soil P testing methods need to be developed in calcareous and/or alkaline soils in southern Florida for improved P fertilization recommendations.
Determination of formaldehyde in fresh seafood from Cambodia’s local market
Authors: Tha Chea Buthra Chao
Published: August 2024

Seafood is a rich nutritional food. It provides a healthy source of protein, minerals, and vitamins. To extend shelf life, formalin was added to seafood. Formaldehyde, or formalin, is an organic compound and has been widely used as a preservation food. The concentration of formaldehyde was considered according to food safety and human health. The aim of this study was the identification and determination of formaldehyde in fresh seafood from Cambodia’s local market. The three samples of seafood—shrimp, squid, and short mackerel were analyzed using the UV spectrophotometry technique where the absorbance of formaldehyde was detected at 412 nm. Therefore, squid contains formaldehyde in the range of 3.199-0.164 mg/kg, shrimp 0.174-0.134 mg/kg, and short mackerel 0.168-0.140 mg/kg, following the findings of the formaldehyde investigation. The accuracy was presented as a recovery percentage. It exceeded 95%; that was between 80-120%, which represents good accuracy. In conclusion, the presence of formaldehyde in seafood and other foods should be properly investigated and monitored to detect this harmful chemical.
Introduction to the Journal of Cambodian Health
Authors: Findlay Ian
Published: August 2024

Welcome to the Journal of Cambodian Health
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan dan Lokasi terhadap Keputusan Pembelian pada Konsumen Alfamart Pasar Prumpung Kabupaten Bogor
Authors: Hizbulloh Bilal , Widodo Sugeng
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kualitas pelayanan dan lokasi terhadap keputusan pembelian pada konsumen Alfamart Pasar Prumpung secara parsial dan simultan. Populasi penelitian ini berjumlah 11.728 dengan sampel sebanyak 100 responden menggunakan rumus Slovin. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji regresi linier sederhana, uji regresi linier berganda, uji koefisien korelasi, uji koefisien determinasi,  uji t dan uji f. Hasil penelitian secara parsial kualitas pelayanan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian dengan nilai thitung 13,156 > ttabel 1.985 dan signifikan 0,000 < 0,05. Lokasi secara parsial berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian dengan nilai thitung 13,937 > ttabel 1.985 dan signifikan 0,000 < 0,05. Secara simultan kualitas pelayanan dan lokasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian dengan.nilai Fhitung 103,126 > Ftabel 3,090 dan signifikan 0,000 < 0,05 dengan konstribusi  sebesar 68,0%.
Manajemen Peningkatan Mutu Berbasis Sekolah
Authors: Hidayat Lihsan , Marwiji Muh. Hasan
Published: August 2024

The success of implementing the MPMBS really depends on the ability of the school principal to be able to play an active role in school management by empowering all components involved in school administration, especially in empowering the community as a whole. However, the implementation cannot be separated from supporting and inhibiting factors. For this reason, this study examines, deepens the concepts and matters relating to the implementation of the MPMBS program, especially in educational institutions. This research is library research, which is research based on searching the literature related to the issues to be discussed. The data in this library research is obtained through digging and tracing books, articles, magazines, journals, internet access and other important related notes. The results of this study reveal the supporting factors for the implementation of MPMBS in an educational institution, namely: having strong leadership, having a clear vision and mission as well as goals and objectives, a safe, orderly and conducive school environment, the participation of parents / guardians of students in supporting their children's education. and the role of the school committee in providing support to schools. While the inhibiting factors include: incomplete facilities and infrastructure, minimal funding, low discipline culture and enforcement of madrasah rules, the concept and objectives of the MPMBS are not well understood, school residents and interested parties and the role of the community in helping school programs have not maximum.
Etos Kerja Guru Madrasah di Ciemas Kabupaten Sukabumi
Authors: Dimyati Didim , Giu Isra Yanuar , Firdaus Fadli
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this research. 1) How much influence does organizational culture have on the work ethic of madrasa teachers partially? 2) How much influence do professional aspirations have on the work ethic of madrasa teachers partially? 3) How big is the influence of teacher motivation on the work ethic of madrasa teachers partially? 4) How much influence do organizational culture and professional aspirations have on the work ethic of madrasah teachers partially? 5) How much influence do organizational culture and teacher motivation have on the work ethic of madrasah teachers partially? 6) How big is the influence of professional aspirations and teacher motivation on the work ethic of madrasa teachers partially? 7) How much influence does organizational culture, professional aspirations and teacher motivation have on the work ethic of madrasa teachers simultaneously? This study uses quantitative methods. The results showed that the work ethic of madrasa teachers contributed to a significant increase in results. This means that the higher the work ethic, the higher the work ethic of madrasa teachers.
PENINGKATAN KUALITAS RANCANGAN RPP PADA MATERI AL-QURAN HADIS DENGAN PENERAPAN PENDEKATAN SOSIOKULTURAL DI SEKOLAH MENENGAH ATAS
Authors: Munawar Fuad
Published: August 2024

This study is based on the urgency of integrating a sociocultural approach in the design of lesson plans (RPP) for Al-Quran Hadith material, considering the socio-cultural diversity and social organization backgrounds of students. The objective of this research is to analyze the extent to which Al-Quran Hadith subject teachers at SMA IT Asy-Syakur implement a sociocultural approach in their lesson plans based on a critical review. This research employs a qualitative method with a case study design. Data collection techniques included documentation studies, observations, and interviews. The findings reveal that the majority of teachers still view the creation of lesson plans as an annual routine for school accreditation purposes. This indicates the need for a firm attitude and strong managerial principles from the school principal as a supervisor. However, in teaching practice, Al-Quran Hadith subject teachers have implemented sociocultural-based learning by using their own personalities as concrete examples. These findings highlight the importance of managerial support and enhancing teachers' competencies to optimize the integration of the sociocultural approach in learning.
LANDASAN SOSIOKULTURAL UNTUK MEMPERKUAT PENGEMBANGAN KURIKULUM PAI DAN BUDI PEKERTI DI SEKOLAH MENENGAH ATAS
Authors: Nuroh Laelatul
Published: August 2024

This research analyzes how the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum and moral values at the high school level can be improved by considering sociocultural factors. The results show that the PAI curriculum emphasizes the importance of social and cultural interactions in the learning process. This curriculum is adapted to individual environments and is expected to evolve with environmental changes, aiming to shape personalities and mindsets aligned with religious values. Social and cultural interaction is considered integral to the learning process in Islamic education, which also focuses on fostering religious enthusiasm and attitudes. The goal is to develop all human potential to achieve the ultimate goal of education: creating perfect humans (insan kamil). The curriculum includes intra curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities to enhance education. The development process follows four stages: formulating objectives, selecting learning experiences, organizing learning experiences, and evaluating learning experiences. High school curriculum development involves creating religious programs for short, medium, and long-term goals to form students with a solid understanding of religion and noble character (Akhlakul Karimah).
ANALISIS KURIKULUM AQIDAH AKHLAK MENGGUNAKAN LANDASAN FILOSOFIS-TEOLOGIS, PSIKOLOGIS DAN SOSIOKULTURAL DI MADRASAH IBTIDAIYAH
Authors: Karlaely Irma
Published: August 2024

This study analyzes the Aqidah Akhlak curriculum in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah using philosophical, theological, psychological, and sociocultural foundations. The research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a thematic approach in teaching moral and faith values. This study employs content analysis methodology and interviews with teachers as the research design. The findings indicate that the thematic approach aids students in understanding and recalling moral principles, but there are shortcomings in practical application and comprehensive evaluation. Key findings suggest that improvements in teacher training and the use of information technology can enhance the effectiveness of this curriculum. The implications of this study contribute to Islamic education literature by highlighting the importance of a more integrated and adaptive approach in teaching religious values at the elementary school level.
A Bibliometric Review of Environmental Education and Literacy from 2010 to 2021
Authors: Rihhadatul’aysi Faa’izah Abiyyah
Published: August 2024

One’s literacy ability is something that should be considered in the era of revolution society 5.0. Environmental literacy is part of basic literacy that is needed so that everyone has the ability to understand and feel that they are part of the solution to environmental problems. This research is a systematic mapping in the topic of ‘environmental literacy’ based on bibliometric analysis. This study aims to determine the development of citations, core journal publications, number of authors, language statistics, publication trends, author collaboration, trend terms keywords, and country statistics on environmental literacy articles in 2010-2021. Data collection through the software used is Publish or Perish (PoP) to search for bibliographies as initial database on Google Scholar. Meanwhile, the country’s statistical data were analyzed using the Vos Viewer. The results showed that the highest number of citations was 761 citations. In the publication trend, the most publications occurred in 2011 with 120 articles. The most widely used keyword term is ‘environmental literacy’ with a frequency of more than 100.
Game-Based Learning: The Impact of Kahoot on a Higher Education Online Classroom
Authors: Altawalbeh Khitam
Published: August 2024

Digital games are an interactive tool within a multimedia education system and have the potential to make learning more effective and engaging, particularly for young students. The purpose of this investigation is to learn more about game-based learning. In this study, a game-based learning environment (Kahoot) was used to improve motivation, fun, engagement, and utility for learning. The research was carried out in a university course to test the effectiveness of the proposed approach on students’ learning. A total of 72 students were purposively selected. A descriptive approach was used, and a survey was distributed to the learner. The study tool consisted of 26 items in four domains; fun, engagement, motivation, and utility for learning. The findings of the investigation revealed that fun, engagement, motivation, and utility for learning were supported by game-based learning. However, no significant differences were found based on gender, the field of study, and the academic year. Relied on the results a set of recommendations was proposed.
Bibliometric Analysis of The Articles Published on Augmented Reality Between The Years of 2010-2021
Authors: Aslanci Seher , Bayrak Alp
Published: August 2024

This study presents the results of the bibliometric analysis of 862 articles scanned using the keyword “augmented reality” in the Wos database in the category of published articles in the field of education between the years 2010-2021. The data obtained was analyzed bibliometrically in order to find out the annual distributions of the published articles; the authors publishing the highest numbers of articles on the topic; the journals publishing the highest numbers of articles; the scientific productivity of the authors over time and their citation burst scores; the countries of the corresponding authors and their the scientific productivity; the map of author collaboration networks of the countries; word cloud; and the authors' collaboration network.
Social Media Versus Students’ Learning Outcomes: Insights from a South-West Nigeria University
Authors: Ojo Olayinka , Opeloye Bolanle Amudat , Olugbade Damola
Published: August 2024

This study investigates the influence of social media on the learning outcomes of undergraduate students at the University of Ibadan, Ilesa campus, South-West Nigeria. Employing a descriptive survey research design, a total of 290 randomly selected undergraduate participants from 200 to 400 levels were included. The research instrument, a self-developed questionnaire titled “Social Media and Students’ Learning Outcomes,” demonstrated good reliability with a Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient of 0.739. Data analysis was conducted using percentage, mean, and ANOVA. The findings indicate that a majority of the participants regarded themselves as moderate to proficient users of social media platforms. Notably, WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram emerged as the most favored platforms among university students. Additionally, the study highlights the discernible effects of social media on students’ attitudes, academic performance, and academic interactions. Notably, 99.3% of undergraduates were identified as active social media users. The study concludes that while social media may not inherently enhance students’ attitudes towards learning, its unique features could be strategically leveraged to augment overall learning outcomes. The findings underscore the importance of judiciously incorporating social media as a potential educational tool in the university context. Recommendations are extended to stakeholders for thoughtful consideration when integrating social media into teaching and learning practices.
Tomato Performance in a Protected Structure: A Review
Authors: Banoo Aqleema , Hussain Shabber , Hussain Nazir , Hussain Anwar , Khan F. A. Shah , Dar Shahnawaz Rasool
Published: August 2024

In the event of climate change, sheltered agriculture might offer plenty of opportunity for high-value vegetable crop production to occur during the "off" season. Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is one of the most significant high-value crops and a rich source of lycopene, β-carotene, phenols, flavonoids, and several vitamins. Growers can produce tomato fruit during the off-season and get higher prices in the market by using protected buildings like net houses, polyhouses, semi-high tunnels, and mulching. Through the modification of the natural environment, this technology has significantly improved productivity for areas with unfavourable weather conditions. In addition, it has extended the harvest period, increased yields, improved quality, increased production stability, and made fresh, high-quality produce available during the off-season, especially in Himalayan areas. From this study, it is pertinent to opine that tomato is high value vegetable crop in which protected cultivation is always advantage over open field cultivation. We highlight or briefly discussed the differences between growing tomatoes in an open field and under protection structure, as well as the growth characteristics, yield, and other quality parameters in this review.
Comparing Synthetic and Natural Antioxidants in Vegetable Oils: Effects on Oxidation and Oil Quality
Authors: Jeruto Ronoh Doreen , Onyango Laureen Awuor , Nakhumicha Alice , Omwoma Solomon
Published: August 2024

Globally there is a huge attention towards natural products and in this case natural antioxidants. The attention has been driven by consumer demands and documented detrimental effects of synthetic antioxidants on human health. In view of this, this review has evaluated a range of scientific studies and experimental investigations providing a comprehensive analysis of oxidation related phenomena in a variety of edible oils used in the food industry. By systematically and deeply evaluating the mechanisms, effectiveness and potential limitations of synthetic and natural antioxidants, the review contributes valuable insights into the ongoing debate surrounding the application of natural and synthetic antioxidants in the food and culinary sectors.  The findings of the review aids in unravelling the complex interactions between antioxidants and edible oil stability as well as highlighting the impacts of antioxidants on the nutritional quality and shelf life of edible oils. Evidence from the reviewed studies indicates that natural antioxidants may hold the solution to vegetable oils stability. This review serves as a reliable and up-to-date resource for food technologists, researchers and consumers interested in making informed decisions on selection and application of natural antioxidants in enhancing the quality of edible oils.
Micro-propagation and Appraisal of Hereditary Constancy through RAPD Analysis of Eclipta alba: A Significant Curative Plant Species
Authors: Priyadarsini Priyanka , Sardar Suchinnata Swapnasarita , Suman Sudha
Published: August 2024

Aims: To set up a prudent and standard protocol to frame in vitro recovery of Eclipta alba, a therapeutically significant plant, from nodal district by shoot culture initiation.
Study Design:  Our examination was designed arbitrarily and treatment had threefold samples of 30 explants each. All components including number of shoots per explants, shoot length, root length and so forth were determined from the complete number of explants from which cultures were set up. The contaminated cultures were not regarded. Data were analyzed by using the “Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)” and all the information were directed to one-way classified analysis of variance (ANOVA) and means of treatments were compared based on Turkey’s honestly significant different test (HSD) at “0.01 probability level” using SAS.
Place and Duration of Study: Department of Botany, College of Basic Science and Humanities, and Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture, Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar, between July 2019 and December 2020.
Methodology:

Surface sterilization and preparation of explants
Preparation of Culture medium and culture conditions for in vitro plant regeneration
Acclimatization of regenerated plantlets
Assessment of genetic fidelity through PCR based RAPD investigation

Results: BAP is the most effective Plant Growth Regulator for regeneration in E. alba and MS medium supplemented with BAP and Kin the foremost successful combination for multiple shoot proliferation. Soil: vermicompost (1:1) mixture has shown the best promising result of hardening. All the plantlets developed through in vitro culture have attended genetic stability with the mother plant. There is no genetic variation shown through RAPD analysis.
Conclusion: It is a successful attempt to generate a quick, economic and reproducible protocol for the micropropagation of E. alba without any genetic alternation and maintaining homologous clonal propagation.
Growth Parameter of Mung Bean (Vigna radiata L.) under Different Integrated Nutrient Management Practices in Western Uttar Pradesh, India
Authors: Pal Raisen , Singh S.P. , Kumar Satendra , Kumar Yogesh , Singh Adesh , Kumar Suneel
Published: August 2024

The field experiment was conducted during the summer seasons of 2022 and 2023 at the Crop Research Centre (CRC) of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology, Meerut (UP). The experiment was laid out in a Randomized Block Design with eleven treatment combinations and three replications to evaluate the effects of different treatments on the growth parameters of mung bean (Vigna radiata L.). Among the different integrated nutrient management strategies, treatment T4 (75% NPK + Vermicompost @ 0.34 t ha-1 + Rhizobium + PSB) resulted in significantly higher plant height (59.7 & 61.5 cm), number of branches per plant (4.65 & 4.75), number of trifoliate leaves per plant at 40 DAS (11.1 & 11.4), dry matter accumulation per plant (15.4 & 15.7 g), leaf area index at 40 DAS (4.9 & 5.2), and number of effective nodules per plant (43.8 & 46.4). In contrast, the lowest values for plant height (44.9 & 46.2 cm), number of branches per plant (3.0 & 3.2), number of trifoliate leaves per plant at 40 DAS (7.9 & 8.3), dry matter accumulation per plant (9.4 & 9.7 g), leaf area index at 40 DAS (2.8 & 3.0), and number of effective nodules per plant (31.3 & 33.2) were recorded in T1 (Absolute control) during both years.
Analysis of Rainfall Trends and Change Point Detection in Kodagu District, Karnataka
Authors: V C Karthik , H T Vinay , M S Jagadeesh , H R Ragini , Prem Gaddala , V Pavithra
Published: August 2024

This study aims to analyze the long-term trends and Change Point Detection in monthly, seasonal, and annual rainfall in Kodagu district, Karnataka, from 1950 to 2023. The Wallis and Moore Phase-Frequency test was employed to assess the randomness of the rainfall, while the linear regression trend line, Mann-Kendall (MK) test, and Modified-Mann Kendall (MMK) test were used to identify trends in the rainfall data. The MMK test revealed a significant increasing trend in rainfall during August (2.34 mm year-1) and September (1.78 mm year-1). Conversely, the other months, as well as the seasonal and annual rainfall, showed no significant trends. The Buishand U test identified August, September, and the monsoon season in the year 2003 as the trend change points, with no significant change points detected for the other months, seasons, or annual rainfall. This study helps to understanding regional climate variability, identifying significant trends, and detecting shifts in rainfall patterns, which are essential for informed water resource management, agricultural planning, and climate resilience strategies in the region.
Effect of Liquid Biofertilizer with or Without Vermicompost on Growth and Yield of Field Pea (Pisum sativum) Grown under Laterite Soil of West Bengal
Authors: Kumari Suman , Banerjee Mahua , Malik Ganesh Chandra , Duvvada Sarath Kumar
Published: August 2024

A field experiment was conducted at agricultural farm of Palli Siksha Bhavana (Institute of Agriculture), Visva-Bharati, Sriniketan, West Bengal in rabi season of 2022-23 using the field pea cultivar IPFD 10-12. The experiment was laid out in a factorial randomized block design with two factors and ten treatment combinations. The first factor consists of vermicompost i.e., V1: With vermicompost, V2: Without vermicompost and the second factor consists of INM i.e., N1: Absolute Control, N2: 100 % RDF, N3: Liquid biofertilizer consortium, N4: 75 % RDF+ Liquid biofertilizer consortium and N5:100 % RDF + Liquid biofertilizer consortium. The results showed that application of vermicompost 6 t/ha (V1) recorded higher growth attributes like plant height, leaf area index and dry matter accumulation at 30, 60, 90 and at harvest, yield components like number of pods per plant (10.77), number of seeds per pod (4.22) and 1000 grain weight (125.41 g), seed (1535.91 kg/ha) and stover yield (1535.91 3487.63 kg/ha) while compared to no vermicompost application (V2). Crop fertilized with 75% RDF + liquid biofertilizers (N4) showed more growth attributes like plant height, leaf area index and dry matter accumulation at 30, 60, 90 and at harvest, yield components like number of pods per plant (12.19), number of seeds per pod (4.61) and 1000 grain weight (127.34 g), seed (1624.05 kg/ha) and stover yield (3550.82 kg/ha) which was at par with 100% RDF + liquid biofertilizers (N5).
Assessing Maize Yield Variability under Climate Change Using DSSAT Model
Authors: Koushal Sanjay , G M Rajesh , Kambale J. B. , Sarma Hridesh Harsha , Singh Bhim , S P Sharan , Devi Okram Ricky , Laishram Bibek
Published: August 2024

Crop production is inherently sensitive to variability in climate. Temperature and CO2 are two important parameters related to climate change, affecting crop yield in a particular region. In this study, an attempt has been made to assess the impact of these two parameters on the productivity of maize crop taking sub tropical region of Jammu as study area. A CERES-Maize model 4.0 was used for this purpose. Three-year weather data (2004-06) is used to simulate the actual yield under rainfed and irrigated conditions. Yield was simulated with elevated temperature (1, 3 and 5oC) and CO2 (440, 550 and 660 ppm) during the growing season. As changes in CO2 concentration and temperature likely to occur concomitantly, so growth and development of maize plant at three temperature regimes (1, 3 and 5oC) under double (660 ppm) CO2 concentration to the baseline (330 ppm) was also assessed. The difference in yield, biomass, grain number and LAI was estimated and analyzed to assess the effect of elevated temperature and CO2. Results revealed that the rise in temperature accelerated plant phenology, reducing dry matter accumulation and crop yield by 5 to 60 per cent. Elevation of CO2 in the level of 440, 550 and 660 ppm showed gradual yield increment of 2.01, 3.92 and 5.37 per cent under rainfed conditions and 2.33, 4.52 and 7.41 per cent under irrigated conditions, respectively. Doubled CO2 increased yield at all the temperature rise situation and completely mitigated the yield and biomass reduction due to temperature rise up to 1oC.
Factors Influencing Labor Absorption in Micro and Small Industries on Java Island (2017-2022): An Analysis of Provincial Minimum Wage, Industrial Units, and Economic Output
Authors: Wulandani Fajar Isnaini , Winarti Asih Sri
Published: August 2024

Increasing population growth has led to an abundant labor force. The micro and small industries are among the jobs that can absorb this workforce. Therefore, this study analyzes factors affecting labor absorption in the Mirko and small industries. Research samples were taken from six provinces on Java Island from 2017 to 2022. The independent variables are Provincial Minimum Wage, Number of Micro and Small Industry Units, Output Value, and Input Value—analysis using panel data regression by processing using Eviews 12. The research’s findings show that independent variables substantially influence labor absorption in micro and small industries. Partially, the provincial minimum wage negatively impacts the labor absorption of micro and small industries in Java Island during 2017-2022, while the number of Micro and Small Industry units, output value, and input value have a positive effect.
Validation of the Lupus Nephritis Clinical Indices in Childhood‐Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Authors: Mina Rina , Abulaban Khalid , Klein‐Gitelman Marisa S. , Eberhard Barbara A. , Ardoin Stacy P. , Singer Nora , Onel Karen , Tucker Lori , O'neil Kathleen , Wright Tracey , Brooks Elizabeth , Rouster‐Stevens Kelly , Jung Lawrence , Imundo Lisa , Rovin Brad , Witte David , Ying Jun , Brunner Hermine I.
Published: July 2015

Objective

To validate clinical indices of lupus nephritis activity and damage when used in children against the criterion standard of kidney biopsy findings.

Methods

In 83 children requiring kidney biopsy, the Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index renal domain (SLEDAI‐R), British Isles Lupus Assessment Group index renal domain (BILAG‐R), Systemic Lupus International Collaborating Clinics (SLICC) renal activity score (SLICC‐RAS), and SLICC Damage Index renal domain (SDI‐R) were measured. Fixed effects and logistic models were calculated to predict International Society of Nephrology/Renal Pathology Society (ISN/RPS) class; low‐to‐moderate versus high lupus nephritis activity (National Institutes of Health [NIH] activity index [AI]) score: ≤10 versus >10; tubulointerstitial activity index (TIAI) score: ≤5 versus >5; or the absence versus presence of lupus nephritis chronicity (NIH chronicity index) score: 0 versus ≥1.

Results

There were 10, 50, and 23 patients with ISN/RPS class I/II, III/IV, and V, respectively. Scores of the clinical indices did not differentiate among patients by ISN/RPS class. The SLEDAI‐R and SLICC‐RAS but not the BILAG‐R differed with lupus nephritis activity status defined by NIH‐AI scores, while only the SLEDAI‐R scores differed between lupus nephritis activity status based on TIAI scores. The sensitivity and specificity of the SDI‐R to capture lupus nephritis chronicity was 23.5% and 91.7%, respectively. Despite being designed to measure lupus nephritis activity, SLICC‐RAS and SLEDAI‐R scores significantly differed with lupus nephritis chronicity status.

Conclusion

Current clinical indices of lupus nephritis fail to discriminate ISN/RPS class in children. Despite its shortcomings, the SLEDAI‐R appears best for measuring lupus nephritis activity in a clinical setting. The SDI‐R is a poor correlate of lupus nephritis chronicity.
Acute heart failure in patients with acute aortic syndrome: pathophysiology and clinical–prognostic implications
Authors: Vagnarelli Fabio , Corsini Anna , Lorenzini Massimiliano , Pacini Davide , Ferlito Marinella , Bacchi Reggiani Letizia , Longhi Simone , Nanni Samuele , Norscini Giulia , Cinti Laura , Bugani Giulia , Pasquale Ferdinando , Biagini Elena , Grigioni Francesco , Di Bartolomeo Roberto , Marini Marco , Perna Gian Piero , Melandri Giovanni , Rapezzi Claudio
Published: July 2015

Aims

Although acute heart failure (AHF) is a potential complication of acute aortic syndromes (AAS), its clinical details and management implications have been scarcely evaluated. This study aimed to assess prevalence, pathophysiological mechanisms, impact on treatment, and in‐hospital mortality of AHF in AAS.

Methods and results

Data were collected from a prospective AAS registry (398 patients diagnosed between 2000 and 2013). Patients with AHF were identified by the presence of dyspnoea as the presentation symptom or radiological signs of pulmonary congestion or cardiogenic shock, including patients with cardiac tamponade (CT). AHF frequency was 28% (Stanford type A 32% vs. type B 20%, P = 0.01). Four mechanisms leading to AHF were identified, alone or in combination: CT (26%), aortic regurgitation (25%), myocardial ischaemia (17%), and hypertensive crisis (10%). In type A patients, aortic regurgitation and CT were the most frequent mechanisms, whereas myocardial ischaemia and hypertensive crisis were the most frequent in type B patients. Although no difference was noted for diagnostic times, AHF at presentation led to a longer surgical delay in type A AAS. In‐hospital mortality was higher in patients with AHF compared with those without (34% vs. 17%, P < 0.001). After multivariable analysis, AHF was associated with increased risk of in‐hospital death (adjusted odds ratio 1.97, 95% confidence interval 1.14–3.36, P = 0.014).

Conclusion

AHF occurs in more than a quarter of patients with AAS of both type A and type B, is due to a variety of pathophysiological mechanisms, and is associated with increased surgical delay and in‐hospital mortality.
Synthesis and Antioxidant Evaluation of Some Nicotinonitriles
Authors: Gouda Moustafa A. , Berghot Moged A. , Abd El‐Ghani Ghada E. , Khalil Abd El‐Galil M.
Published: July 2015

One‐pot condensation of malononitrile 1, furan‐2‐carbaldehyde 2, butan‐2‐one 3, and ammonium acetate in ethanol, followed by cyanoacetylation of the formed nicotinonitrile 4 with 3‐(3,5‐dimethyl‐1H‐pyrazol‐1‐yl)‐3‐oxopropanenitrile 5 afforded the cyanoacetamide 6. Compound 6 was used as a key intermediate for synthesis of nicotinonitriles via reaction with different reagents.
Light Sensitive Molecule for Photonic Devices
Authors: Hegde Gurumurthy , Fernandes Pearl Zynia , Yuvaraj A. R. , Mei Gan Siew , Rahman Lutfor , Yusoff Mashitah M.
Published: July 2015

Light induced effects on rod and bent shaped liquid crystals with azobenzene moiety were investigated using UV/Vis spectrophotometer. Study revealed that shape of the structure influenced their relaxation behavior in that fast thermal back relaxation in rod shape (monoazo substitution) form, while long thermal back relaxation in bent shape forms (diazo substitution). Both relaxation times are useful for creation of optical rewritable boards, optical storage devices, etc.
A feasibility study of sliding mode predictive control for greenhouses
Authors: Oliveira J. B. , Boaventura‐Cunha J. , Moura Oliveira P. B.
Published: July 2015

In this work, the feasibility of applying a Sliding Mode Predictive Controller (SMPC) to improve greenhouse inside air temperature control is addressed in terms of energy consumption, disturbance handling and set point tracking accuracy. Major research issues addressed concern the SMPC robustness study in greenhouse control, as well as to evaluate if the levels of performance and energy consumptions are acceptable when compared with the traditional generalized predictive controller. Besides the external disturbances related to weather conditions throughout the considered period, such as solar radiation and temperature variations, internal effects of irrigation system and external air flow entering the greenhouse must be taken into account. Simulations based on real data, carried out for a period of 4months, suggest that the strategy herein described not only appropriately rejects these disturbances, but also keeps the manipulated variables (heating and cooling) within feasible practical limits, with low levels of energy consumption, motivating its refinement for real application. SMPC results are presented and compared with the ones obtained with the generalized predictive controller. Both controllers are subject to actuator constraints and employ the Quadratic Programming for optimization. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.