bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Enteroparásitos en Columba livia, transmisibles al hombre en la población de Santa Rosa, estado Lara, Venezuela
Authors: Traviezo Valles Luis , Aguirre Marchan Michael , Robles Pérez Adalinda , Mendoza Castillo Génesis
Published: August 2023

Introducción. En el estado Lara no se había descrito la presencia de parásitos entéricos en Paloma Doméstica, por lo que, se seleccionó la población feral de Columba livia que frecuenta la plaza de Santa Rosa (lugar turístico/religioso) para investigar la presencia de taxones de importancia zoonótica. Metodología:Se recogieron a conveniencia, en bolsas transparentes estériles, 20 “pool” de muestras de heces, cinco muestras por pool (total 100 muestras) las cuales eran trasladadas en cavas refrigeradas al laboratorio en Barquisimeto, para su montaje en solución salina isotónica y lugol, seguido de posterior análisis microscópico, determinando las especies enteroparasitarias presentes. Resultados. Se detectó una frecuencia de parasitosis intestinal del 80 %, con un 45 % de poliparasitismo, diagnosticándose una diversidad de 10 taxones, a saber, los protozoarios, Eimeria spp 55 % (11/20), Endolimax nana 40 %, Blastocystis spp 25 %, Cryptosporidium spp 15 %, Entamoeba coli 10 %, Giardia spp 5 %, Iodamoeba butschlii 5 % y los helmintos, Ascaridia spp 10 %, Capillaria spp 10 % e Hymenolepis spp 5 %. Discusión. Es el primer reporte de E. nana, I. butschlii y E. coli, infectando a Columba livia en Venezuela que, junto a varios de los taxones diagnosticados, son potencialmente transmisibles al hombre y algunos productores de sintomatología gastrointestinal. La asociación parasitaria más frecuente fue Blastocystis spp con E. nana (20 %) lo cual se corresponde con diversidad de estudios coprológicos en humanos, en Venezuela. Se deben incrementar la prevención para evitar que estas aves funcionen como reservorios y vectores activos, multiplicadores y transmisores de enteroparásitos patógenos para el hombre.
PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN MEDIA CARD SORT TERHADAP MINAT MEMBACA PERMULAAN PADA SISWA KELAS I SDN 23 PEMULUTAN
Authors: Fitriyani Eka , Noviati  , Robert Budi Laksana
Published: August 2023

ABSTRAK

Rumusan masalah pada penelitian ini yaitu: adakah pengaruh penerapan penggunaan media card sort terhadap minat membaca permulaan pada siswa kelas I SDN 23 pemulutan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh penerapaan penggunaan media card sort terhadap minat membaca permulaan pada siswa kelas I SDN 23 Pemulutan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode eksperimen, teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan observasi, tes dan dokumentasi, sedangkan teknik analisis data menggunakan uji normalitas, uji homogenitas, uji T. Hasil uji hipotesis menunjukkan bahwa hasil uji t menunjukkan nilai thitung = 3,934 lebih dari ttabel (0,05) (dk = n-1) = 1,696 sehingga Hₒ ditolak, yang artinya ada pengaruh dari media card sort terhadap minat membaca permulaan pada siswa kelas I SD Negeri 23 Pemulutan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat diketahui, hasil penelitian yang diperoleh dengan analisis data dan pengujian hipotesis, maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifkan antara media card sort terhadap minat membaca permulaan pada siswa kelas I SD Negeri 23 Pemulutan.

Kata Kunci:  Media Card sort, Minat Membaca, B.Indonesia

 

Abstract

The formulation of the problem in this study is: is there any effect of applying the use of card sort media to the interest in reading beginning in grade I students at SDN 23 Pemulutan. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the application of the use of card sort media on interest in reading beginning in class I SDN 23 Pemulutan. The method used in this study is the experimental method, data collection techniques in this study used observation ,tests and documentation, while data analysis techniques used normality tests, homogeneity tests, T tests. ttable (0.05) (dk = n-1) = 1.696 so that Hₒ is rejected, which means that there is an effect of card sort media on initial reading interest in grade I students at SD Negeri 23 Pemulutan. Based on the research results it can be seen, the research results obtained by data analysis and hypothesis testing, it can be concluded that there is a significant influence between card sort media on initial reading interest in class I students of SD Negeri 23 Pemulutan.

Keywords: Card sort media, Interest Reading, B.Indonesia
PENGARUH METODE GALLERY WALK TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR SISWA PADA PEMBELAJARAN PKN KELAS V SD
Authors: Endang Sri Nurhayati  , M. Taheri Akhbar  , Mega Prasrihamni
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh metode gallery walk terhadap hasil belajar siswa pada pembelajaran PKn kelas V SD. Metode penelitian yang digunakan pada penelitian ini yaitu metode eksperimen yang menggunakan desain Quasi Eksperimental Design dengan membagi sampel dalam dua kelompok yaitu kelas eksperimen dan kelas kontrol. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa diperoleh hasil perhitungan pada tabel di peroleh nilai t hitung sebesar 9,470 sedangkan di tabel dengan df 54 dengan taraf signifikansi 0,05 maka table = 1,673 Jadi dinyatakan t hitung> t tabel 9,470>1,673 dengan derajat kebebasan 54 (df 54). Dinyatakan dapat disimpulkan signifikan dimana Ho ditolak sedangkan Ha diterima hal ini menyatakan “Ada pengaruh metode gallery walk terhadap hasil belajar siswa pada pembelajaran PKn kelas V SD”.
ANALISIS DESKRIPTIF IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN PROGRAM PENDIDIKAN PADA HOMESCHOOLING & PKBM ANUGRAH BANGSA SEMARANG
Authors: Fairuza  , Ngurah Ayu Nyoman Murniati  , Endang Wuryandini
Published: August 2023

The aim of this research was to analyze: (a) homeschooling as an alternative education in some communities, (b) homeschooling education programs facilitated by institutions (c) exploring cultural aspects in homeschooling education, (d)  the implementation of government policies in the Non-Formal Education shown as equality procedures for homeschoolers. This research applied qualitative methods with a descriptive analysis approach. The subjects in this research were institutions that housed single homeschooling and community homeschooling called Homeschooling and PKBM Anugrah Bangsa. The research was conducted by following the steps and processes of inductive qualitative research. The research found three main findings; (a) the choice of homeschooling as an alternative education with a single (independent) and community (classical) practice model has reasons, motivations, methods and approaches as well as developing children's talents and interests as well as efforts to build a child's future. (b) a factual model of the implementation of government policies in the implementation of educational programs shown as applied curriculum and procedures for switching to formal schools.
HUBUNGAN KEPERCAYAAN DIRI SISWA DENGAN KETERAMPILAN BERBICARA BAHASA INGGRIS SISWA KELAS IV DI SDN CIPONDOH 8
Authors: Wahyuni Ayu , Asih Rosnaningsih  , Yoyoh Fathurrohmah
Published: August 2023

The relationship between students' self-confidence and the English speaking skills of grade IV students at SDN Cipondoh 8. This study aims to determine the relationship between students' self-confidence and the English speaking skills of grade IV students at SDN Cipondoh 8. This research is a quantitative study using a survey method. The population in this study were the fourth grade students at SDN Cipondoh 8 in 2 classes with a total of 52 students. The sample in this study were 20 students using the Random Sampling Technique. Data collection was carried out using an instrument in the form of a self-confidence questionnaire with a Likert scale model and an English speaking skill test. Data analysis in this study used simple linear regression. The results of this study indicate that there is a positive and significant relationship between students' self-confidence and the English speaking skills of fourth-grade students at SDN Cipondoh 8, with an r count or Pearson correlation of 0.530 with a significance value of 0.016, which means that if students' self-confidence is higher, the the better the English speaking skills of grade IV students at SDN Cipondoh 8, and vice versa. This is also evidenced by the coefficient of determination obtained which is equal to 28.1% and the remaining 71.9% is influenced by other factors, such as interest, motivation, etc.
BAGAIMANA AGAR PENYANDANG TUNADAKSA MAMPU MENJADI PRIBADI YANG BAHAGIA ?
Authors: Alni Junita Angriyani  , Dwi Oktapia  , Riko Mulyo  , Muhammad liyosan
Published: August 2023

Being disabled as an adult or not since birth can have a big psychological impact on people with disabilities such as being hopeless or unable to accept their condition. This study aims to analyze the factors that affect the welfare of disabled people due to accidents. This research uses a qualitative approach with the instrumental case study method. The participants in this study were two men with disabilities due to an accident. Data collection techniques using in-depth interview techniques. The collected data were analyzed using thematic analysis techniques. The results of the study show that social support is an important factor determining the welfare of disabled people after an accident. Family support and social networks (friends and members of the disabled disabled community) can raise the spirit of life for disabled people after an accident and can make their lives happier.
PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR DIGITAL PENDIDIKAN PANCASILA BERBASIS PROFIL PELAJAR PANCASILA KELAS V SDN 2 TUBANAN JEPARA
Authors: Arni Kristya Mardiana  , Filia Prima Artharina  , Khusnul Fajriyah
Published: August 2023

The background of this research is the lack of teaching materials for Pancasila Education. The form of learning media still uses visual forms or pictures in textbooks. Most of the material in the Pancasila Education subject is almost dominant using rote learning, discussion and assignment methods, including the value material found in Pancasila. This study aims to develop digital teaching materials in learning Pancasila Education based on the Pancasila Student Profile. Digital teaching materials are adapted to the six main characteristics of the Pancasila student profile, including: Faith, piety to God Almighty and noble character; global diversity; worked together; independent; critical reasoning; and creativity, the six main characteristics are interrelated with one another so as to form characters who practice Pancasila values ​​in their daily life. This type of research uses research and development (R&D) methods, namely research used to produce certain products, and test product effectiveness. The subjects in this study were fifth grade students at SDN 2 Tubanan Jepara. The data in this study are indicators of the feasibility of digital teaching materials, using data collection methods in the form of interviews, documentation, questionnaires, and observations, as well as quantitative analysis of the results of media expert questionnaires, material expert questionnaires, class teacher response questionnaires, and student response questionnaires. Based on the results of the development of digital teaching materials for Pancasila Education based on Pancasila Student Profiles, it can be concluded that digital teaching materials have appropriate and practical criteria for use in learning Pancasila Education.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN QUANTUM TEACHING TERHADAP KEAKTIFAN DAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS 1 DI SD NEGERI 19 BALAI MAKMUR BANYUASIN 1
Authors: Rahma Siti , Sukardi  , Aldora Pratama
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Adanya pengaruh model pembelajaran quantum teaching terhadap keaktifan dan hasil belajar siswa kelas I Di SD Negeri 19 Balai Makmur Banyuasin I. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan penelitian eksperimen, teknik sampling menggunakan (purposive sampling). Variabel penelitian ini terdiri atas variabel dependent (X) yaitu Model Pembelajaran Quantum Teaching dan variabel dependent (Y1) Keaktifan Belajar dan (Y2) Hasil Belajar. Populasi pada penelitian adalah seluruh siswa kelas I SD Negeri 19 Balai Makmur Banyuasin I Y yang berjumlah 60 orang. Sampel penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas 1A 30 siswa dan 1B 30 siswa. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini adalah tes, angket dan dokumentasi. Teknik analisis data menggunakan Independent Sampel T-Test yang dilakukan setelah diketahui uji normalitas, homogenitas, uji anova dua arah dan uji manova. Hasil

 

 

 

Didaktik : Jurnal Ilmiah PGSD STKIP Subang,

ISSN Cetak : 2477-5673 ISSN Online : 2614-722X

Volume XX Nomor XX, Bulan Tahun

 

Didaktik : Jurnal Ilmiah PGSD STKIP Subang,

ISSN Cetak : 2477-5673 ISSN Online : 2614-722X

Volume XX Nomor XX, Bulan Tahun

 

 

 

kelas eksperimen diperoleh nilai Sig<0,05 yaitu 0,025 < 0,05 sehingga H0 ditolak dan Ha diterima. Hasil kelas kontrol diperoleh nilai Sig< 0,05 yaitu 0,022< 0,05 sehingga H0 ditolak dan Ha diterima.
PENEMBANGAN MEDIA KARTU KATA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN MEMBACA PERMULAAN PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA INDONESIA PADA SISWA KELAS I SDN 03 KOTO BESAR
Authors: Aulayunita  , Muhammad Subhan  , Amril
Published: August 2023

This research is motivated by the lack of learning media in accordance with the needs of schools needed by these schools, namely learning media in Indonesian language learning. So the effort made is to develop word card learning media on the material of the five senses in class I elementary school. So that it helps teachers and students in carrying out the teaching and learning process. Research used by research is research development type of development research or in English Research and Development (R&D) Is a research method used to produce certain products, and test the effectiveness of these products needs and to test the effectiveness of products. Based on the results of trials on the development of word card learning media for the five senses in Indonesian language learning in class I SDN 03 Koto Besar, it meets the valid, practical, and effective categories. Based on the results of the assessment of the 3 validators, the five senses word card media in learning Indonesian obtained an assessment percentage of 86.66%. After being analyzed by category, namely: the content of the material gets a very valid category with a score of 21 with a percentage of 84%, the language category gets a very valid category with a score of 23 with a percentage of 92%, with a very valid category, the graphic category gets a very valid category with a score of 21 with a percentage 84% with very valid category.
ANALISIS NILAI KARAKTER LAGU ANAK KARYA ABDULLAH TOTONG MAHMUD PADA BUKU SISWA KELAS II SD/MI KURIKULUM 2013
Authors: Badi’atul Azizah  , Fillia Prima Artharina  , Sukamto
Published: August 2023

Anarchist behavior, strife and brawls, vigilantism, an increasingly free transformation of global ethics, drug abuse if examined carefully, all begin ina crisis of morality. This is a problem in the life of society, nation, and state so that through character education programs applied in the scope of education can be a solution or solution. One of the efforts to instill character values in elementary school children can be done through children's songs. This study aims to determine and analyze the character values contained in the lyrics of children's songs by Abdulloh Totong Mahmud in the book of grade II elementary / mi students curriculum 2013. This research method uses a qualitative descriptive approach with literature research methods. The research subjects studied were thirteen children's songs by A.T Mahmud in the 2013 Curriculum Grade II student book. Based on the results of this study (1) religious values are found in happy songs of gathering, throwing garbage, rainbows, fireflies, cypresses, uncle come, scenery, thank God and the moon (2) nationalist values are found in father's bell songs (3) independent values are found in happy songs of gathering, rowing, my chicken, lizards (4) mutual aid values are contained in happy songs gathering (5) The value of integrity is contained in the song of throwing garbage.
Impact of Different Sucrose Concentrations on Shoot Multiplication of Papaya (Carica papaya L.) Cultured in vitro
Authors: Al-Drisi Emad E. , Ibrahim Majid A. , Jasim Abbas M.
Published: August 2023

Papaya is a heterozygous plant commonly cultivated by seed but, unfortunately, they are not true to type. Moreover, the hybrid seed varieties like the Red Lady are very highly expensive. Hence, tissue culture techniques offer an alternative method to produce a million clones within a short period and a reasonable price. Thus, the current study aimed to optimize the shoot multiplication rate of papaya (Carica papaya L. cv. Red Lady) in vitro. Five concentrations of sucrose (10, 20, 30, 40, and 50 g.L-1) were applied for the papaya shoot proliferation. Results demonstrated that the 30 g.L-1 sucrose was significantly superior in the rate of shoot numbers (4.1 shoots. explant-1), shoot length (0.90 cm), (2.7 leaves. shoot-1), leaf area (1.40 cm2) and fresh weight (0.192 g) in compared with other sucrose treatments. Whereas, the 40 g.L-1 sucrose treatment was significantly superior in dry weight of shoot compared to the other treatments, which recorded 0.058 g. While the treatment of 10 g.L-1 sucrose recorded the lowest values in shoot numbers, length, and dry weight. Current study conclude that the 30 g.L-1 sucrose is the best concentration treatment that must be used in papaya micropropagation, where it gives  the maximum rate  of shoot numbers and other morphological traits.
First Record of Calydiscoides difficilis (Yamaguti, 1953) Young, 1969 (Monogenoidea, Polyonchoinea, Diplectaniade) on Gills of Three Fish species off Marine Waters of Iraq
Authors: Al-Darwesh Ali A. R. , Ali Atheer H. , Saud Hussein A.
Published: August 2023

A parasitological examination of two species of lethrinid fishes; Pink ear emperor Lethrinus lentjan, Spangled emperor L. nebulosus and Areolate grouper Epinephelus areolatus caught in Iraqi marine territorial waters from January to December 2020, revealed that the gills of the fishes were infected with deiplectanid monogenoid, which is identified as Calydiscoides difficilis (Yamaguti, 1953) Young, 1969. This study redescribed the parasite and for the first time described the egg and confirmed that the species has a wide range of dimension resulting from intraspecific variations. The measurements of hard and soft parts of the parasite collected from L. lentjan are smaller than those from L. nebulosus. In addition, the measurements from E. areolatus are close to that from L. lentjan or intermediate between L. nebulosus and L. lentjan. The past record of C. difficilis from L. harak is discussed and hence L. nebulosus and L. lentjan are considered as new records to the Arabian Gulf. Dimensions of the eggs of the parasite in the current study is given here for the first time. The occurrence of C. difficilis from Epinephelidae is considered as a new host family record.
Effect of The Amino Acid Taurine on Some Growth Parameters of Grass Carp Ctenopharyngodon idella Fingerlings
Authors: Salman Aliaa S. , Sultan Fatima A. H. M.
Published: August 2023

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of taurine, an amino acid additive, on grass carp Ctenopharyngodon idella fingerlings (3.16 ± 0.14 gm) growth and feed utilization in glass aquaria for 70 days. Before beginning the feeding experiment, 120 fish were acclimatized for 10days in the laboratories of fisheries department and marine resources, Agriculture College, University of Basrah. Fish fed dietary taurine at levels of 1% (T2), 2% (T3), and 3% (T4) were compared to fish fed a control diet with no taurine (0%, T1). The weight gain (WG) in the T1 was 16.95 g, which was significantly (P≤0.05) higher than the other treatments. T1 had a higher (P≤0.05) mean relative growth rate (RGR) (54.89± 5.66 %) than the other treatments. The specific growth rate (SGR) and daily growth rate (DGR) of T1 were 0.72 ± 0.06 % day -1, and 0.28 ±0.01 g, which was also higher (P≤0.05) than other treatments supported with different levels of taurine. Significant differences (P≤0.05) were found in the food conversion ratio (FCR) and food conversion efficiency (FCE) between T1 and the other treatments (T2, T3, and T4). It is clear from the current study that the T1 (0% taurine) better than the other treatments in growth and food utilization indicators. It is concluded from the current study that the addition of taurine (1, 2 and 3%) had inhibited the growth in grass carp fingerlings.
Effect of Adding Fulzyme plus and Spraying with Green Tea Extract on Vegetative Growth and Yield of Pepper cv. California Wonder
Authors: Abdulrasool Iman J. , Al-Malikshah Zainab R. J.
Published: August 2023

A filed experiment was carried out at one of the private farms at Al-Suwaira District, Wasit Governorate during the spring season 2021, in order to evaluate the effect of adding Fulyzme plus (biofertilizer) and the foliar application of green tea extract (organic nutrient) on growth and yield of pepper plant cv. California wonder. A factorial experiment (43) was carried out using RCBD Design with three replicates. The Fulyzme plus treatment was applied with four concentrations (0, 10, 20. and 30 g. L-1). The foliar application of green tea extract was applied with three concentrations which were 0, 2 and 4 ml. L-1. Results revealed  significant effects of Fulyzme plus at 30 g. L-1 and the foliar application of green tea extract at the 4 ml. L-1 in plant height (89.62 cm), number of branches (9.44 branch. Plant-1), number of leaves (38.28 leaf. Plant-1), leaves area (40.79 dcm2. Plant-1), number of flowers (35.77 flower. Plant-1) and fruits set (62.45%), number of fruits (17.96 fruit. Plant-1), plant yield (4.16 kg. plant-1), productivity (137.93 t. ha-1) and Vitamin. C in fruits (34.74 ml.100g-1). Therefore adding bio-fertilizer and spraying with organic nutrient improved vegetative growth and increase yield of pepper plants.
Cage Culture in Iraq, Current Status & Potential: A Review
Authors: Salman Nader A. , Saleh Khalil I. , Taher Majid M.
Published: August 2023

The present investigation aimed at discussing the present status of cage culture in Iraq and its future potential. Iraqi water resources can provide the basic requirements for successful fish culture in cages. Environmental conditions may maintain sustainable growth rate for 10 months at least. This has encouraged the investors and fish culturists to adopt such technique and make use of its advantages. Development of cage culture in Iraq has been reviewed from the early seventies till now. Fish production from cage culture was analyzed focusing upon recent developments in terms of fish consumption criteria and the per capita in Iraq. The floating cages culture system is considered now as the main culture system, because environmental conditions are suitable for cage culture more than the earthen ponds and recirculating systems. Cage culture industry relies on row materials that are locally available. They includes, frames, bridges, passage ways, nets, floating materials, feeders and wave breakers. Most of the cage units are locally manufactured from steel or wooden frame in square or rectangular shapes. Some circular and octahedral units are used in Kurdistan and Mosul. Researches on cage culture continued to optimize parameters such as stocking density, feeding and stocking sizes, stocking density of fish in the cages was fixed at 60-70 fish per m3 or 1500-2000 fish per cage of 1.5 x 4 x 4m using fish of 100 g in weight. Problems facing cage culture in Iraq are summarized by high prices of feeds, viral infection and other fish diseases, deterioration of water quality, the policy of importing fish from neighboring countries and lack of skills among farmers. Solutions for the above problems and recommendations for future development are discussed at the end of the article.
Disease Note: First Report of Cladosporium ramotenellum Schub., Zalar, Crous & Braun, 2007 (Fungi: Dothideomycetes) as a Potential Contaminant of Date Palm Tissue Culture
Authors: Ahmed Alaa N. , Abass Mohammed H.
Published: August 2023

Cladosporium ramotenellum Schub., Zalar, Crous & Braun, 2007 an ascomycetes fungus, was isolated from cultured date palm tissues at callus induction stage in Date Palm Research Centre, University of Basrah. Morphometric and molecular diagnoses using internal transcribed spacer (ITS) primers were applied. Notably, C. ramotenellum was not previously recorded as a contaminant of cultured date palm tissues in Iraq.
Effect of Marjoram Origanum majorana L. Extract on Growth Performance and Some Haematological Parameters of Common Carp Cyprinus carpio L.
Authors: Kadhim Asaa H. , Yesser Abdulkareem T. , Al-Niaeem Khalidah S.
Published: August 2023

The current study examines the effects of different levels of marjoram Origanum majorana extract (0, 0.5, 1.0, and 1.5 %) on growth performance and haematological parameters in diets of common carp Cyprinus carpio. Four units of the Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) were used. Each unit had three plastic tanks (30×30×60 cm), representing four treatments with three replicates, each tank containing ten fish with an average weight of 16.31 + 0.02g - 16.48 + 0.10.  Fingerlings were fed at a rate of 3% of the total fish weight. All diets contained an average of 33.89 ± 0.067 % crude protein and about 20.32±0.16 (kJ/g) of gross energy. Fish are fed twice daily, six days a week. The study lasted eight weeks (56 days) during November and December 2021. According to our findings, a group of fish fed 1.5% marjoram extract had the highest rate of final body weight, daily weight increase, relative growth rate, specific growth rate, food conversion ratio, and feed conversion efficiency. The 1.5 % marjoram extract treatment had the highest rate of total protein +5.68 0.84 g/dl, albumin +4.48 0.48 g/dl, globulin +1.17 0.54 g/dl and 3.82 + 0.51% albumin/ globulin. Based on the results, it can be concluded that the use of 1.5 % O. majorana extract was best for growth, and blood profile. The results suggest that the inclusion of O. majorana can improve the nutrient efficiency, growth performance, and haematological parameter of C. carpio fingerlings without negative effects on the fish.
Phenotypic Correlation and Path Coefficient and Relative Importance Studies in Okra Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench.
Authors: Nbeaa Reham A. , Abo-Trabi Bassam , Ahmad Ehab
Published: August 2023

The experiment was undertaken to study correlation and path coefficient and relatively importance to yield and its components traits in Okra. The experimental material consisted of six generations (P1, P2, F1, F2, BC1 and BC2) through two crosses, which were evaluated in Completely Randomized Block Design (RCBD) with three replications at the Agriculture Scientific Center in Latakia during the summer of 2020. The result of phenotypic correlation revealed that yield per plant had positively significant correlation with fruit diameter (0.53), positively highly significant correlation with fruit weight (0.65), and negatively highly significant correlation with days for first flowering and days to 50% flowering (-0.56, -0.63), respectively in the first hybrid (Lathkani 6× Lathkani 10). In the second hybrid (Lathkani 7× Lathkani 9), yield per plant has exhibited positively and highly significant correlation with numbers of fruit per plant, numbers of flowers per plant, fruit length, fruit diameter and fruit weight (0.95, 0.96, 0.76, 0.65, 0.64), respectively. The high positively direct effect on yield per plant was contributed by fruit weight followed by days to 50% flowering in the first hybrid. Numbers of fruits per plant had desirably direct effect on yield per plant in the second hybrid. Hence, direct selection based on these traits would result in simultaneous improvement of previously mentioned traits and yield in Okra.
Production of Partially Purified Collagenase from Bacillus licheniformis and It’s Use to Tenderize Aged Buffalo Meat
Authors: Al-Temimi Wasan K. A. , Aziz Salah N. , Khalaf Ali A.
Published: August 2023

This study aimed to isolate and identify the Bacillus licheniformis bacteria that produces the enzyme collagenase. Due to the selective nature of this enzyme in breaking down and degrading collagen, it was used to tenderize aged buffalo meat. The bacterial isolates were screened using a selective medium and then grown on collagen-agar medium to identify enzyme-producing isolates. Thirteen enzyme-producing isolates were obtained based on the formation of a transparent corona around the colony. Biochemical assessments of the bacterial isolates were carried out using the ABIS online program. The isolates BL1–BL9, BL12 and BL13 were found to be related to B. licheniformis with a percentage match of 98%, while BL10 and BL11 were related to Bacillus pumilus and Bacillus subtilis with a percentage match of 95% and 95.3%, respectively. The enzyme activity of the isolates varied, with the highest activity reaching 200.71 units.ml-1 for isolate BL12. The enzyme of this isolate was chosen to complete the other tests. The optimal time required to obtain the highest enzymatic activity was found to be 20 h, which amounted to 210.25 units.ml-1, with a specific activity of 135.64 units.ml-1. The enzyme was partially purified using ammonium sulphate at a saturation rate of 20–70% as it showed an enzymatic activity and specificity of 355.81 units.ml-1 and a specific activity of 423.58 units.ml-1. Partially purified collagenase was used to tenderize aged buffalo meat. The results showed that treating aged buffalo meat with the enzyme solution for different immersion durations improved the pH, water-holding capacity (WHC) and cooking yield, with an increase in the concentration of hydroxyproline and a significant percentage of soluble collagen; the treated samples showed the best properties with a 60-min immersion duration.
Impact of Using Date Juice as a Carbon Source on Curdlan Produced by a Local Isolate of Agrobacterium leguminum
Authors: Al-Rumaidh Yaqob S. S. , Al-Sahlany Shayma. T. G. , Ali Haider.  I.
Published: August 2023

Agrobacterium species are responsible for the production of the polysaccharide known as curdlan. The curdlan was produced from 10 isolates that were collected from a variety of local sources, including as agricultural soils, root nodules, and plant roots. The isolates were identified by examinations using morphological, microscopic, and biochemical tests. After testing the isolates to see which ones could produce the most curdlan, the A2 isolate finally emerged with a production capacity of 29.2 g.L-1. According to the findings, the production of curdlan was increased using the modified medium that contained date juice at a concentration of 26.4 mL.100 mL-1 of the production medium. The resultant yield was 30.7 g.L-1, which was the highest possible yield. The identification of curdlan was validated by the utilization of FTIR, NMR, and HPLC techniques. The modified medium had the capability of being utilized in the production of curdlan from agricultural waste products.
Vacuum Ohmic Heating: A Promising Technology for the Improvement of Tomato Paste Processing, Safety, Quality and Storage Stability
Authors: Al-Hilphy Asaad R. , Altemimi Ammar B. , Alkanan Zina T. , Eweys Aya S. , Haoujar Imane , Cacciola Francesco , Abedelmaksoud Tarek G.
Published: August 2023

Ohmic heating (OH) is an electrothermal technology used to inactivate enzyme and microbial activities. This work aimed to study the impact of Ohmic Heating Under Vacuum (OHUV) which compared to conventional heating (CH) as well as storage stability at 5°C and 25 °C on microbial safety, and nutritional quality. The evaluation parameters were pH, titratable acidity, TSS, lycopene, ascorbic acid, PME, HMF, and microbiological activity. The obtained results showed that tomato paste samples that were treated by OHUV are significantly superior to CH in terms of all physicochemical and microbiological characteristics, as well as being the least harmful during storage in both transparent and dark packages. The results showed the changes in ascorbic acid, lycopene, and HMF values that were treated by OHUV at 25 °C and filled in transparent package are most affected compared to other treated samples. On the other hand, tomato paste samples stored in dark packages at 5 °C performed significantly better than those subjected to CH under the same conditions and activated PME the most had higher ascorbic acid and lycopene and fewer changes in HMF during storage time for 90 days. OHUV found to be a good alternative treatment in the production of tomato paste.
Effects of Foliar NPK Application on Growth, Yield and Nutrient Content of Sweet Corn Grown on Rengam Series Soil
Authors: Mohammed Bilal A. , Khandaker Mohammad M. , Arshad Adzemi M. , Nudin Nur Fatihah H. , Majrashi Ali , Mohd Khamsah S.
Published: August 2023

The present study was carried out to evaluate the effects of different rates of macronutrients as a foliar spray on the growth performance, yield, and nutrient content of sweet corn grown in the Rengam soil series. The treatments consisted of five rates of macronutrients as a foliar fertilizer at 0, 25, 50, 75, and 100 % NPK. Foliar NPK was applied 25 and 50 days after sowing to the sweet corn seedlings. The results showed that fresh cob weight, cob number, flowering, and dry matter yield of sweet corn significantly increased at the rate of 75%, and 100% of NPK foliar fertilizers. The macro and micronutrient concentrations in ear leaf, mature leaves, stem, cob, and flowers of 75 and 100% NPK treated corn were significantly increased over the control plants. The macronutrient content in the whole plant was also significantly higher at 75% and 100% NPK treatments. Fe and Mn contents in the whole plant were also the highest in 75% and 100% NPK treatments. Macronutrient concentration in ear leaf and whole corn plants significantly correlated with the fresh cob yield of corn. It is concluded that foliar application of N, P, and K macronutrients (75 to 100% NPK) enhanced the yield and quality of sweet corn.
A study on ott and censorship in India
Authors:   Vivek Kumar and Dr. Nagendra Kumar Sing
Published: August 2023

In this fast-paced world, each one of us sits in front of electronic gadgets to pass the time. The digital uprising and the handheld devices (Mobile and Tablet) are evolving with impressive features, creating a pleasant andc omfortable environment for watching content. The "Anyone, Anywhere" phenomenon, i.e. facilitated by gadgets technologies. The feature advancement has stimulated the search for a medium that is full of visual experiences, thus leading to the birth of OTT platforms. The Over the Top (OTT) platform significantly impacts the entertainment sectors' innovative drive. This audio-visual platform provides an opportunity to user’s to choose the content which is based on their preferences. One can say Bigflix, launched by Reliance (2008), is India's first OTT platform, comprising feature films, series, T.V. shows, and documentaries. Censorship has to be understood in the broad spectrum. In that case, it defines the suppression of an individual's information, ideas, and artistic expression, whether it's a suppression of private entities, speakers, writers, or artists. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced India's regulatory code for OTT platforms On February 25, 2021. In this study, we will focus on different OTT platforms and the censorship worldwide, determine the possible outcomes and make a few suggestions that can be brought in censorship and media laws.
Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Big Data into Smart Healthcare Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Current Practices and Future Directions
Authors: Badawy Mahmoud
Published: August 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has unveiled both the vulnerabilities and resilience of global healthcare systems, sparking a surge in innovation, including the accelerated adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and big data analytics. This paper provides a comprehensive examination of the incorporation of these technologies within the advancement of contemporary, intelligent healthcare systems, with a keen focus on their potential to transform health management globally. This study explores the roles of AI and big data in bolstering the adaptability, efficiency, and productivity of healthcare services while also empowering individuals with actionable insights for enhanced health outcomes. Besides identifying key opportunities for AI and big data synergies within smart medical systems - encompassing disease detection and prevention, personalized medicine, resource allocation, and healthcare accessibility - this study delve into the critical ethical considerations accompanying their use. These include the essential principles of explainability, trustworthiness, privacy, security, and healthcare equity. Emphasis is placed on the importance of transparent, accountable, and ethically robust implementation strategies to ensure the responsible deployment of these technologies. Furthermore, the inherent privacy and security challenges associated with big data and AI in healthcare are addressed, detailing potential risks such as data breaches, data misuse, and patient confidentiality threats. Also, this study highlights the significance of incorporating privacy-preserving techniques, such as differential privacy and federated learning, in AI and big data analytics. This paper proposes a forward-looking paradigm for embedding AI and big data analytics within the core infrastructure of smart healthcare systems, outlining best practices and providing recommendations to leverage their transformative potential effectively and ethically. The insights and findings offered aim to guide future research, policy, and implementation efforts focused on harnessing the power of AI and big data to enhance global health resilience, stimulate innovation, and drive constructive change within the realm of intelligent medical facilities.
On the Study of Families of Linearized Polynomials over Finite Fields
Authors: Gupta Shalini , Manpreet Singh  , Mansi Harish
Published: August 2023

Linearized polynomials are gaining attention from many researchers because of their applications in the field of coding theory, cryptography and finite geometry. The linearized polynomials of the type Tlk (Z) and Slk (Z) were recently introduced in the literature. The characterization of these linearized polynomials and patterns in their roots over finite fields have been extensively studied by various authors. In the present paper, we extend the study of families of linearized polynomials Tlk (Z) and Slk (Z) by taking k and l as prime powers and construct new families of linearized polynomials over finite fields. Further, we establish relation between linearized polynomials Tlk (Z) and Slk (Z) which may be helpful in determining zeros of these polynomials over finite fields.
Fruit-Based Leathers: A Comprehensive Review of Terminologies, Composition, and Quality Attributes
Authors: Rodrigues Giovana de Menezes , Garcia Vitor Augusto dos Santos , Yoshida Cristiana Maria Pedroso , Vanin Fernanda Maria , Carvalho Rosemary Aparecida de
Published: August 2023

Fruit-based leathers were obtained from drying fruit purees, offering a high nutritional value and convenience in consumption, storage, and transportation. Challenges in advancing leather studies are being observed due to the various terminologies used to describe similar products. This review aims to systematically analyze the terminologies used in the literature and explore the effects of different ingredients on fruit-based leather development, focusing on bioactive compounds and sensory and texture properties. The Iramuteq® Software was utilized to categorize the most common terminologies. The review also examined the impact of ingredient incorporation, such as sugars and hydrocolloids, on fruit leathers' physical, chemical, and nutritional characteristics and their influence on sensory attributes and color. This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights for future research in fruit-based leathers.
Effect of Microwave Boiling and Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction on Curcumin from the Turmeric Rhizomes
Authors: G. Sai Krishna , K. Sravanya , P. Pranuthi , R. Thirumdas
Published: August 2023

The present work is proposed to study the effect of microwave boiling on the curcumin content of turmeric. Fresh rhizomes are subjected to different boiling methods i.e., pressure cooking, water boiling, and microwave boiling. Dried turmeric powder is used for the extraction of curcumin with the use of different solvents. Among the solvents used, ethanol to water ratio (70:30) has the highest extraction yields. Further, the curcumin extraction yields were studied using ultrasound technology at different time intervals. Ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) for 25 min treatment at 250 W was observed to have the highest yield. The rhizomes that are pressure cooked and tray dried at 90 °C followed by the ultrasound-assisted extraction have resulted in maximum curcumin content. The experimental curcumin value is compared with the calculated value obtained from Peleg’s model. Ultrasound can be used as a green technology to have enhanced extraction yields of bioactive compounds.
Gebrauchsanweisungen. : Zur Funktion des Vorworts im Kontext deutsch-französischer Theoriegeschichte (Foucault, Deleuze, Adorno, Luhmann)
Authors: Hottner Wolfgang
Published: August 2023

Abstract Im 20. Jahrhundert gehen die transnationalen Distributions- und Zirkulationsprozesse von Theorie mit spezifischen Formen des Paratexts einher. Eine zentrale Rolle spielen dabei auktoriale und allographe Vor- und Nachworte für fremdsprachige Ausgaben, in denen
nicht nur ,ideale‘ Leserschaften instruiert und werkpolitische Strategien sichtbar, sondern auch die bisherige Wirkungsgeschichte sowie die Produktions- und Entstehungszusammenhänge von Büchern kommentiert werden können. Der Beitrag untersucht die Funktion des Vorworts
im Kontext deutsch-französischer Theoriegeschichte.In the 20th century, the transnational distribution and circulation of theory are accompanied by specific forms of paratext. A central role in this process is given to authorial and allographic prefaces and epilogues for foreign-language
editions, in which not only ,ideal‘ readerships can be instructed, but also the previous history of impact as well as the production and genesis of books can be commented on. This article examines the function of the preface in the context of Franco-German theoretical history.
The Haunted History of the University of Oklahoma
Authors: Hammonds Kyle A.
Published: August 2023

Ghost stories have historically afforded those with little power in society to preserve uncomfortable histories. While hegemonic forces occasionally coopt these stories, ghostly tales still maintain the ability to record frightening aspects of true history and hide them in the “plain
sight” of entertainment. Walking ghost tours are popular attractions through which such stories are transmitted. A gap in literature regarding dark tourism is close examination of scary stories about university campuses. This project attempts to turn the tools of academia toward scholarly
institutions themselves by exploring the walking ghost tour at the University of Oklahoma. The ethnographic-style study conveys ways that tourism can play a role in giving voice to the marginalized and inspire resistive civic activity for student tourists.
Early Breastfeeding Initiation (IMD) and Determinant Factors: A Survey of Mothers of Posyandu Visitors in the Working Area of the Mogang Health Center, Samosir Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Sitanggang Rotua Basaria , Myrnawati Crie Handini  , Sri Asnawati Munthe
Published: August 2023

Breast milk is the best food that can help the process of growth and development of the baby. Early breastfeeding initiation is the beginning of the success of exclusive breastfeeding. This study aimed to analyze the factors associated with early initiation of breastfeeding (IMD) in mothers who visit Posyandu in the working area of the Mogang Samosir Health Center, Indonesia. This study used a qualitative approach and was conducted in the work area of the Mogang Health Center, Samosir Regency, from November 2022-July 2023. The informants in this study were 10 informants consisting of 5 mothers who had just given birth and were breastfeeding and 5 health workers (midwives, nurses). Research instrument with interview guidelines. The results of the IMD study are the first way that is done to babies half an hour after birth by placing the baby on the mother's chest to make direct contact with the mother's skin and looking for the mother's nipple to get the first milk that comes out of the mother's nipple. The benefits of IMD are that the baby can interact directly with the mother, builds closeness between the baby and the mother, and gets the first milk from the mother, which becomes the baby's immunity. How to do IMD is a baby who has been born placed on the mother's chest and taught to look for the mother's nipple. The mother's attitude in carrying out IMD has a positive impact, and the mother is happy and happy when the baby succeeds in getting to the mother's nipple and can breastfeed directly. The response regarding IMD is an action that is useful and positively received by the mother because it has good benefits for the baby and the mother. Family support for mothers in carrying out IMD means that the family supports the mother in the success of the baby to initiate early breastfeeding and helps the mother in fulfilling the need to increase milk production.
Influence of Leadership Styles and Sex on Work Engagement among Private Sector Workers in Agbara, Ogun State, Nigeria
Authors: Olabimitan Benjamin Adegboyega , Adekoya Samson Toluwalase
Published: August 2023

This study examined the influence of leadership styles and sex on work engagement among employees of randomly selected private organisations in Agbara industrial estate, Ogun State. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey design, simple random and convenience sampling techniques in selecting participating organisations and 303 employees who participated in the study, respectively. These participants consisted of 110(36.3) below 25years of age, 117(38.6%) within 25-34years, 57(18.8%) within 35-44years, 17(5.6%) are within 45-54 years of age, while just 2(.7%) are above 55years; 183(60.4) are single, 105(34.7) are married, while 15(4.9) are divorced. In terms of educational attainment, 188(62.1%) had a Bachelor’s degree and above, 108(35.6%) had a diploma certificate, and 7(2.3%) were working with Senior Secondary School Certificate. In terms of organisational cadre, 10(3.3%), 34(11.2%), 40(13.2%) and 219(72.3%) are of the managerial, supervisory, machine operator and general employee cadre, respectively; 146(48.2%) had worked for less than 10years, 98(32.3) had been engaged in the organisation for between 10-19years, while 59(19.5%) had been in the organisations for 20years and more.    Two standardised scales were utilised for data collection; they are a 17-item self-report Utrecht work engagement scale developed by Schaufeli and Bakker (2003) with Cronbach coefficient alpha of 0.93 and a 36-item multifactor leadership questionnaire (MLQ-5x) scale developed by Bass & Avolio (1995). Two hypotheses were raised and tested, and the results revealed a significant joint influence of transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire Leadership styles on work engagement [R² =.301, F= (42.99), P<.05]; independently, transformational leadership [β= .391, t= .6.611; P<.05] and transactional leadership styles [β= .213, t= 2.972; P<.05] had significant independent influence on work engagement, while laissez-faire leadership style [β= -.012, t= -.211; P>.05] had no significant influence on work engagement, therefore the hypothesis was partially accepted. The second hypothesis on sex showed there was no significant influence of sex on work engagement (t = -3.19, df (301). The results were discussed, and recommendations were raised for future studies based on some identified limitations of the study