bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Children’s Understanding and Experience of Insight
Authors: Prenevost Mathilde Hallingstad , Nilsen Ida Bekke Rønneberg , Bølstad Evalill , Pons Francisco , Harris Paul L. , Reber Rolf
Published: June 2024

An insight is a moment of sudden understanding followed by characteristic feelings of suddenness, positive affect, certainty, and ease, commonly known as an aha-experience. Despite evidence from studies with adults that aha-experiences benefit learning, little systematic research on children’s aha-experiences exists. The current study asks how children understand and experience insight. We presented a community sample of 160 children (age: 4-8 years, 47% girls, 51% boys, 2 % non-binary) with an illustrated clues task inspired by the Remote Associate Test, a task commonly used to study insight in adults. In this task, children saw three clues and were asked to find a solution word that was associated with the three clues. Self-reported and observed aha-experiences were recorded, along with children’s solution accuracy and confidence. Children also answered a set of questions to assess their understanding of aha-experiences. We found that although the number of aha-experiences remained stable across age, there was a clear developmental increase in the understanding of aha-experiences. Children’s ability to recognize their own aha-experiences as well as their general understanding of the aha-concept increased with age. This suggests a lag between the occurrence of children’s aha-experiences and their understanding of such experiences; children first have aha-experiences and later develop an understanding of those experiences. Aha-experiences were associated with higher accuracy, but not with higher confidence ratings. Observed aha-experiences, but not self-reported aha-experiences, predicted increased motivation. Our findings are in line with the literature on metacognitive development, and the distinction between the experience and the understanding of emotion.
The Green Trilemma: Energy Efficiency, Banking Stability and Climate Risk in the ESG Context at World Level
Authors: Arnone Massimo , Leogrande Angelo
Published: June 2024

In the following article, we analyse the relationships among banking stability, the efficiency of the energy system and climate risks at a global level. We present a detailed analysis of the literature relating to the relationship between the banking system and Environmental, Social and Governance-ESG models. In our research, we try to verify whether it is possible to achieve energy efficiency, stability of the banking system and reduction of climate risk together i.e. the “Green Trilemma”. The econometric analysis is conducted through the following models: Panel Data with Random Effects, Panel Data with Fixed Effects, Pooled Ordinary Least Squared and Weighted Least Squared-WLS. To estimate the variables we used World Bank data. The analysis shows that ESG growth is negatively associated with energy efficiency and positively associated with banking stability and climate risk. It therefore follows that the Green Trilemma hypothesis is rejected. Countries can only target banking stability and climate risk through ESG models.
LOSS OF SOCIAL VALUES AMONG TEENAGERS DUE TO SOCIAL MEDIA
Authors: Firmansyah Revo
Published: June 2024

This research illustrates how social media influences changes in social values among teenagers. The main problem faced is how the values and norms held by teenagers are influenced by the use of social media incentives, and the long-term impact on social problems. In addition, participatory observation and content analysis of teenagers' social media accounts were also carried out to gain a more comprehensive understanding of this phenomenon. The research results show that social media has a significant impact on changes in social values among teenagers. Values such as togetherness, solidarity, and work ethics show a shift, often replaced by new values such as individualism, popularity, and consumption influenced by trends on social media. These findings support the Symbolic Interactionism theory which states that social interaction through social media plays an important role in changing and shaping individual perceptions and values. Intensive use of social media among teenagers has a significant impact on changes in their social values. This research provides important insights for policy makers, educators and parents in understanding the dynamics of social values in the current era of social media.
A Comparative Study of the Keynesian and Monetarist Views on Economic Stabilizion Policy
Authors: Kansakar Dev Ratna
Published: June 2024

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Projections and Urbanization in Nepal: The Replacement Dynamics Approach
Authors: Shrestha H.B.
Published: June 2024

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Issues and Options in Energy Conservation in Nepal
Authors: Rijal Kamal
Published: June 2024

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Socio-Emotional Development Among Adolescents Raised in Families With or Without Grandparents in Dharan, Nepal: A Comparative Study
Authors: Pandey Smita , Badhu Angur , Shah Tara , Niraula Surya
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Socio-emotional development can be defined by convergence of social and emotional growth. Adolescence, transitional phase of growth and development between childhood and adulthood. Grandparents are often highly involved as secondary caregivers for their grandchildren and may influence children’s psychological and physical health outcomes.
Materials and Methods: A comparative cross- sessional study was conducted in a Dharan 17 and samples were selected using the purposive sampling method. A total of 156 adolescents (78 in each group) with an age range of 15 to 17 years were interviewed using the self- rated version of Strength and Difficulty Questionnaire (SDQ) .Data was analyzed using SPSS version 11.6. Questions were in the Likert scale 0 (not true), 1 (somewhat true) and 2 (certainly true). Descriptive statistics were used to describe socio-demographic data. Pearson Chi-square test was used to compare the socio-emotional development among adolescents raised in families with or without grandparents and to find out the association between dependent and independent variables.
Results: Pearson chi-square depicts significant difference in socio-emotional development raised in families with or without grandparents in Dharan 17 (p- value<0.05).There was significant association of socio-development with Ethinicity, Per capita income and Occupational status of fathers. By observing the mean values of total difficulties SDQ score, mean for adolescents raised in families with grandparents was 1.33 and for adolescents raised in families without grandparents was 1.56 from which it is concluded that adolescents raised in families without grandparents had more difficulties in compare to adolescents raised in families with grandparents.
Conclusion: In this study the findings revealed that adolescents raised in families with grandparents had better socio-emotional development as compare to the adolescents raised in families without grandparents.
Government Health Expenditure and Policy for Public Health Outcomes: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Dhungana Bharat Ram
Published: June 2024

INTRODUCTION: The level of good governance, the efficiency of the healthcare system, and socioeconomic vulnerabilities all affect public health outcomes. Despite potential gains in terms of health outcomes, public healthcare investment has been extremely low in low-income countries. By improving the consolidation of healthcare system performance, this study helps the government and policymakers improve the quality of life in developing countries.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study aims to assess the government health expenditure and policy for public health outcomes. The research is based on a review of empirical studies and reports. The PubMed search engine was used to locate research publications on government health expenditure and policy for public health outcomes. The PubMed Open Database was applied to find the publications using the keywords “health expenditure” and “health policy”. All papers that were published from January 1, 2013, to January 31, 2024, were checked for the study. 121 research papers were discovered during the initial inquiry; five duplicate articles were eliminated, and 84 were irrelevant to the study. Finally, 25 research papers and reports were selected for evaluation with the study titled “ Government Health Expenditure and Policy for Public Health Outcomes: A Systematic Literature Review”. 
RESULTS: Raising the nation’s social health insurance (SHI) coverage does not guarantee universal health care (UHC) or improved financial security. Extremely few people in poverty have health insurance and attempts to give them coverage through exemptions and waivers have not had the intended effect. To prevent families from being ruined due to family health problems, an innovative insurance plan needs to be created. Supply-side strategies, or health infrastructure, are needed to expand access to high-quality medical treatment.
CONCLUSIONS: The quality of life in developing nations is directly improved by the consolidation of healthcare system performance, suggesting that policymakers should step in and offer financial and political help through a variety of policy options. Curative and preventive care are provided by health systems, which can greatly enhance people’s health. Developing a robust health finance system has been a primary objective for numerous countries worldwide, as increased public spending on healthcare leads to better health outcomes and more effective healthcare services. Financial limitations are one of the largest barriers to obtaining high-quality healthcare. A national health insurance program increased public financing for healthcare, and the construction of community-based clinics in rural areas could all contribute to the nation’s transition to universal health care. Policymakers ought to pay greater attention to the quality of care since it significantly affects the amount of money that patients must pay out-of-pocket. Governments must develop new internal financing sources and devise strategies to refocus on health promotion and prevention.
Інноваційне спрямування підготовки майбутніх учителів музичного мистецтва у процесі фортепіанного навчання
Authors: Гризоглазова Таміла Іванівна
Published: June 2024

У статті актуалізується інноваційна спрямованість професійної підготовки фахівців в галузі музичної освіти. Висвітлюється зміст та особливості  впровадження  педагогічних технологій у процес  фортепіанного навчання майбутніх учителів музики. Розглянуті педагогічні технології – особистісно-орієнтованого, розвивального, проблемного навчання, проєктна технологія та технологія створення ситуації успіху – націлені на підготовку сучасного фахівця, здатного до критичного мислення, самостійної, продуктивної діяльності, відкритого до нововведень та змінних умов.
Формування виконавського стилю майбутнього вчителя музичного мистецтва в контексті інструментального навчання
Authors: Лабунець Віктор Миколайович
Published: June 2024

У статті розглянуто проблему формування виконавського стилю студентів факультетів мистецтв у процесі інструментального навчання. Виконавський стиль майбутнього вчителя музичного мистецтва розглядається через призму принципу цілісності, який відіграє суттєву роль у розробці методики активізації творчої діяльності студентів факультетів мистецтв. Викладені логічні аспекти принципу цілісності, які узгоджено із специфікою музично-інструментальної підготовки, а саме: узгодження із загальним спрямуванням процесу професійної підготовки майбутнього вчителя музичного мистецтва; розвиток націленості й здатності до творчих проявів у всіх різновидах інструментально-виконавської  підготовки; розширення музичних знань, досвіду сприймання і виконання музики.
Історія музики як навчальна дисципліна в контексті антропологічного підходу
Authors: Верещагіна-Білявська Олена Євгенівна
Published: June 2024

Актуальність антропологічного підходу у викладанні історії музики обґрунтована  необхідністю підготовки нового типу музиканта-фахівця, здатного у кожному музичному творі віднайти віддзеркалення уявлень митця стосовно моделі світу і моделі людини, притаманній певній історичній і національній культурі. Застосування аналітичного, історичного, культурологічного, компаративного методів дозволило проаналізувати антропологічний зміст головних етапів еволюції європейської музики від античності до музики ХІХ ст.; виділити головні антропологічні дефініції, необхідні для розуміння сенсу музики та особливостей втілення у ній концепції світу й людини; окреслити коло проблем, які варто розкрити для створення антропологічного бачення музичної культури на певному історичному етапі її еволюції. Здійснено теоретичне узагальнення проявів антропологічного мислення в європейському музичному мистецтві та сформульовано практичні рекомендації щодо використання антропологічного підходу у викладанні навчальної дисципліни історія музики.
Методика формування здатності до творчої самореалізації студентів факультетів мистецтв у процесі вокально-хорової роботи
Authors: Вей Лімін
Published: June 2024

Методика формування здатності до творчої самореалізації магістрантів музичного мистецтва у процесі вокально-хорової діяльності охоплює наступні етапи педагогічної роботи: діагностично-пошуковий, проблемно-інформаційний, комплексно-моделюючий, аналітико-оцінний, креативно-прогностичний. Діагностично-пошуковий та проблемно-інформаційний етапи націлюють студентів на виявлення вміння використовувати креативне мислення під час підготовки до проведення вокально-хорової роботи зі школярами. Комплексно-моделюючий та аналітико-оцінний етапи спрямовані на орієнтацію студентів факультетів мистецтв до творчої самореалізації у практичній діяльності. Креативно-прогностичний етап націлений на формування здатності магістрантів музичного мистецтва до творчої самореалізації у практичній діяльності, що дозволяє розв’язувати завдання побудови особистісної стратегії проєктування власної творчо-самостійної діяльності.
WASTE RECOVERY IN ALGERIA BETWEEN A ROCK AND A RESCUE
Authors: Rofia Abada
Published: June 2024

Since the year 2000, Algeria has been committed to improving the quality of the environment and enhancing the quality of life for its citizens. Efforts have been made to achieve efficient, integrated waste management. The fact is that we are facing a major shock, and for some years now, the state has been showing shortcomings in the field, which demonstrates that the resources deployed need to be strengthened and consolidated. To cushion this shock, we need to come to the rescue with solutions and proposals. This work aims to propose efficient solutions that involve users in waste collection and sorting. To achieve this, we first need to understand the behavior of users by measuring the waste generated and collected, because the majority of citizens want to sort waste, but in reality, this is still not respected.
Crowdfunding as a socio-economic opportunity for state support
Authors: Petrenko Nadiia , Yaremenko Liudmyla , Kashcheieva Galina
Published: June 2024

In the current economic environment, most enterprises have been affected by the
political, economic, social situation in the country and the quarantine restrictions of
2019-2021. In the context of the development of computerization and informatization, the
role of crowdfunding as an alternative way of financing creative ideas, startups,
innovations, new technologies, and socially significant projects is growing. The purpose
of the study is to reveal the essence of the concept of crowdfunding, its formation and
development in Ukraine. The study is based on theoretical generalization, comparative
analysis, methods of analysis and synthesis, which made it possible to argue the
prerequisites for the successful development of crowdfunding in Ukraine and the
directions of its state legislative management. It is found that crowdfunding is a tool
for financing small or medium-sized business projects through an open call on the basis
of social networks or the Internet, having a material or moral basis for the interest of
potential investors. The principles that are characteristic of crowdfunding in terms of
targeting, investor interest in the project, publicity, and the benefits of the future
investor are outlined. Thanks to the SWOT analysis conducted in the study, the types of
crowdfunding business models were revealed. The criteria for assessing the level of
development of crowdfunding are proposed: the degree and timeliness of information
support, the level of activity, diversification of platform types, interaction of the
resource with the banking sector, the level of public awareness, the level of government
influence. The state regulatory policy on crowdfunding in different countries is
analyzed and its financial management in Ukraine is proposed. It is established that in
the conditions of insufficient financial resources, crowdfunding is a qualitative
alternative to standard investment methods, and its main environment of subjects in
Ukraine is medium-sized enterprises. The practical value of the study is to identify the
factors that impede the development of an alternative method of financing in Ukraine, as
well as to provide recommendations for the further functioning of crowdfunding in the
country
Managing the efficiency and competitiveness of hotel, restaurant and tourism
enterprises in Ukraine during the war
Authors: Ihnatenko Mykola , Romanіuk Iryna , Levaieva Liudmyla , Yatsenko Vladyslav
Published: June 2024

In each case, the tactics and strategy of management are complemented by other
tools and mechanisms, depending on the conditions of accommodation, specialisation, and
life cycle of a particular enterprise. However, the war has also led to the emergence of
new circumstances for the functioning of hotel, restaurant and tourism enterprises. The
purpose of the article is to substantiate and develop new and improve the existing
directions, mechanisms and tools for managing the efficiency and competitiveness of
hotel, restaurant and tourism enterprises in the context of war, taking into account
military challenges and threats, possible reserves for relocation and spatial
displacement of the tourism services market. In the process of writing the article, the
following methods were used: historical and systemic approach; systemic and structural
analysis and synthesis; statistical and economic, economic and mathematical, and
ranking. As a result, new factors have been identified and the set of existing factors
influencing the competitiveness of hotel, restaurant and tourism enterprises has been
supplemented. It is found that these factors are both common and different. Thus, the
growth of competitive advantages, efficiency and competitiveness is facilitated to a
greater extent by: integration processes; quality of products and services;
qualification of staff and management; use of digitalisation and marketing measures in
the organisation and management of activities. Therefore, focusing on their support
constitutes the strategic objectives and directions of efficiency and competitiveness
management. At the same time, it is necessary to take into account the differences
relating to the factors of location of hotels and restaurants (restaurants are
preferable in very busy places, hotels – in quiet and peaceful places); hotel,
restaurant and tourism enterprises – inclusive or exclusive services, authentic offers;
seasonal demand, specially allocated time for rest, etc. The article emphasises that the
continuation of Russia’s missile and bomb attacks on peaceful cities of Ukraine requires
a corresponding intensification of security measures for the hotel, restaurant and
tourism business. The results of the study can be used in managing the efficiency and
competitiveness of hotel, restaurant and tourism enterprises, local governments, in the
educational process of universities and colleges
Primeiro Surto Psicótico: desencadeantes e demais fatores associados, em usuários de Caps II no município de Erechim, Rio Grande do Sul
Authors: Schneider Amanda Peracchi , Ronchetti Ramiro
Published: June 2024

A esquizofrenia é um grave transtorno psiquiátrico que, normalmente, tem início no final da adolescência ou no início da idade adulta e é precedida por uma personalidade pré-mórbida. Entretanto, habitualmente, o diagnóstico é realizado após o primeiro surto psicótico, que é um evento neurológico traumático que pode ser desencadeado por situações potencialmente geradores de crise. Sendo assim, esta pesquisa busca analisar a personalidade pré-mórbida e os desencadeantes do primeiro surto psicótico em usuários do CAPS II (Centro de Atenção Psicossocial II) de Erechim, Rio Grande do Sul, diagnosticados com esquizofrenia. Para isso, participaram 16 pessoas, com idade entre 33 e 70 anos e de ambos os sexos. A pesquisa foi realizada com a aplicação de formulários, cujos dados foram analisados, organizados e apresentados em forma de tabelas e gráfico, associados à análise descritiva. Desse modo, esta pesquisa classifica-se como observacional, de natureza transversal e retrospectiva, com objetivo descritivo e abordagem mista, quantitativa e qualitativa. Constatou-se que, apesar da maioria dos entrevistados terem apresentado particularidades na personalidade pré-mórbida, de todos terem passado por alguma situação desconfortável pouco antes do primeiro surto psicótico, assim como todos terem experenciado a psicose, isso não lhes proporcionou o atendimento precoce somado aos seus benefícios.
Dupilumabe como alternativa de tratamento na dermatite atópica moderada a grave: estudo de caso
Authors: Nazzari Evelyn , Assoni Ariane Sponchiado
Published: June 2024

Relata-se o caso de um indivíduo de 28 anos com dermatite atópica (DA) moderada a grave, que apresentou boa resposta a Dupilumabe. A DA é uma doença cutânea crônica, pruriginosa e inflamatória, que ocorre com mais frequência em crianças, mas também afeta adultos. O participante já havia usado dois agentes para o tratamento da dermatite atópica, sem obter controle adequado da doença. Fez uso de todas as medidas de controle para casos graves da doença: cuidados com o banho, controle ambiental, corticosteroides potentes tópicos e emolientes. Ainda assim, apresentava prurido e lesões cutâneas constantes e qualidade de vida ruim. Observa-se que pacientes com DA refratária grave podem não responder às terapias padrão de primeira linha e apresentam doença generalizada, o que limita tanto a execução de atividades diárias quanto o funcionamento psicossocial e/ou sono, tendo considerável impacto negativo na qualidade de vida. Para tratamento, estão disponíveis terapias tópicas, fototerapia ou terapias sistêmicas. Dupilumabe é um medicamento relativamente novo para tratamento da dermatite atópica, com aprovação em 2018, para essa condição. É um anticorpo monoclonal. Foi observada a evolução do caso por meio de comparação fotográficas e do SCORAD pré e pós dezesseis aplicações de Dupilumabe.
The Utilization of Geographic Information System for Damaged roads in Medan Selayang District
Authors: Tri Septiningtiyas Dina , Citra Utami  , Tetra Oktaviani  , Rifka Ananda
Published: June 2024

Medan Selayang District is one of the sub-districts with the most populous activity center in Medan City where there is transportation infrastructure in the form of highways with various conditions, both roads with stable and unstable conditions so that they are vulnerable to roads damage. This study aims to map the level of potential road damage and analyze the level of potential road damage in Medan Selayang District using the Geographic Information System (GIS) application. The method used in this study is a data collection and data processing method using Quantum GIS. Data processing methods are in the form of georeferencing and digitization, parameter appreciation and overlap or overlay. The parameters used include slope, rainfall, soil type, traffic volume and the availability of drainage channels. The result of this study is a map of the potential level of roads damage in Medan Selayang sub-district with 3 categories of levels namely low damage along 4,714 Km (20.01%), moderate damage along 13,922 Km (59.12%) and high damage along 4,916 Km (20.87%). The distribution of potential road damage levels in Medan Selayang sub-district spreads for each category of damage levels
Charlatans and Fraudsters
Authors: Fakahany Sohayla El
Published: June 2024

This article delves into the intricate interplay among state institutions, belief systems, dominant discourses and alternative spiritual healing practices in Egypt. It scrutinises the challenges encountered by individuals seeking spiritual healing within a societal framework shaped by educational and religious institutions, social norms, media and the law. Employing a multidisciplinary approach that integrates social anthropology, discourse analysis and cultural studies, the research sheds light on the regulations and limitations imposed on individuals by state-generated discourses, compelling adherence to prescribed rules and belief systems. The analysis explores how power hierarchy and dominant institutions, which categorise certain practices as disordered due to their ritualistic nature, are challenged by practitioners persisting in their work and seekers continuing to pursue these services.
Becoming an Abla
Authors: Dumovich Liza
Published: June 2024

This article analyses the performance of homemaking and religious practices of six Turkish Muslim women who made hicret (migration) to Brazil, focusing on the domestic space of their shared apartment. Their reasons to migrate combine personal motivations and a sense of responsibility to spread the world view of the Turkish Islamic movement of which they are participants. Drawing on ethnographic fieldwork, I explore their everyday practices in the production of an ideal Muslim self and the making of a home in order to understand the effects of the community's domesticities on their individual trajectories. The analysis shows that the performance of those everyday practices produces a moral and affective bond to the movement and its religious leader, conditioning home to a specific spatial and moral structure.
Gradient Gels: Exploring Diverse Starch Concentrations in Hydrogel Formulations
Authors: Arshad Anam , Fakhar Khadija , Usman Lodhi Intsaf , Haroon Khadija , Khurram Rameen
Published: June 2024

Starch hydrogels can be used for both drug formulation and delivery; they have attracted a lot of interest in the pharmaceutical dispensing industry. Four pharmacy students were tasked with creating starch hydrogels in this study, with different concentrations (2%, 4%, 5%, and 10%) to see how concentration affected the hydrogels' chemical and physical characteristics. The goal of this study was to provide important new information about how to optimise starch hydrogel formulations for use in medicine. The students gained an understanding of how concentration affects properties like viscosity, mechanical strength, and transparency by methodically studying these important variables. Furthermore, the investigation examined the impact of environmental variables like pH and temperature on the stability and functionality of the starch hydrogels.
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Authors: Manal Nazzaha , Noor Hira , Arshad Anam
Published: June 2024

Antibiotics cure infectious diseases however; their irrational use may devastate by way of microbial resistance, adverse drug reactions, and or worsening of the diseased conditions. This study is aimed not only to assess the existing loopholes in dispensing antibiotics but also a futuristic appraisal inferencing preparation of graduating pharmacists for good dispensing practices. Therefore, the population included in the study are Pharm D students to appraise their knowledge level and perception regarding antibiotic prescription and dispensing that will serve as key indicators to the community being served. A precondition for the participants was their exposure to infectious diseases and use of antibiotics during pharmacy graduation studies to include a knowledgeable population. A questionnaire was prepared comprising expected breaches during the dispensing and course of treatment with antibiotics, which was sent electronically to the participants. A population of 2500 students was focused on geographic proximity where they may share the common job market in dispensing pharmacies.
Millets and pseudocereals: A treasure for climate resilient agriculture ensuring food and nutrition security
Authors: Nagaraja T. E. , Parveen S. Gazala , Aruna C. , Hariprasanna K. , Singh S. P. , Singh Anurudh K. , Joshi D. C. , Joshi Priyanka , Tomar S. M. S. , Talukdar Akshay , Kumar Sanjay
Published: June 2024

Once, a staple food for civilizations and a popular feed for centuries, millets are a treasure trove of micronutrients and essential amino acids. Despite being side-lined during the Green Revolution, these small-seeded powerhouses are perfectly adapted to harsh dryland conditions such as low rainfall, drought, and high temperatures. The millets require minimal maintenance and thrive under stress, showcasing their rich genetic diversity and adaptability. However, boosting genetic gain and developing high-yielding varieties remains a challenge due to restricted research, limited genomic tools, poor market demand and accessibility to germplasm. As our climate and cropping systems are changing, millets offer a promising solution for diversification and adaptation. Beyond their impressive nutrition, they possess therapeutic benefits, making them valuable for medicinal purposes. However, the cultivation of millets, especially the minor millets, has declined due to their underutilization in daily diets. Genetic improvement and application of modern technologies are needed to increase production and integrate these millets as alternative food sources in Indian cuisine. Fortunately, growing awareness of their nutritional value, health benefits, and industrial uses is fuelling a revival. Recognizing their potential, national and international organizations are working to restore millet cultivation. The United Nations even declared 2023 as the “International Year of Millets" at Indian initiative. This review highlights the progress made in the genetic improvement of both major (sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet) and minor millets (foxtail, proso, kodo, barnyard, little and browntop millets). Additionally, pseudo-cereals like buckwheat and amaranth are included. The areas of future research have also been indicated for urgent attention and immediate action to make millets and pseudo-cereals a household food ensuring food and nutrition security and climate resilient agriculture in India.
Allele mining for Granule Bound Starch Synthase1 (GBSS1) gene governing amylose content in aromatic rice (Oryza sativa L.) germplasm
Authors: Dixit Deepshikha , Siddiqui N. , Bollinedi Haritha , S Gopala Krishnan , Malik Ankit , Bhowmick P. K. , Ellur R. K. , Nagarajan M. , Vinod K. K. , Singh A. K.
Published: June 2024

The current research investigated sequence polymorphism and allelic variation in the GBSS1 gene responsible for determining the apparent amylose content (AAC) in an aromatic rice germplasm panel. Analysis of 271 germplasm accessions from India revealed a wide range of variation in AAC, from 4.81% (Manipur Black Rice) to 35.88% (IGSR -3-1-5). Re-sequencing and sequence analysis of a representative subset of 28 accessions unveiled a nucleotide diversity (π) of 0.00374, identifying 72 sequence variants. Two novel non-synonymous SNPs were identified: a G/A transition in exon 2, resulting in the substitution of glutamic acid at the 91st position with lysine, and a C/T transition in exon 11, substituting alanine at the 468thposition with valine. Additionally, two previously reported SNPs were validated: A/C in exon 6 (Tyr224Ser) and C/T in exon 10 (Pro415Ser). Furthermore, a 23 bp exon 2 duplication was found in Manipur Black Rice (4.81%), Bhogali Bora (6.20%), and NJ-72 (7.36%), indicating the prevalence of this allele in the very low AAC category (3–9%) in addition to the glutinous or waxy rice category with 0–2% AAC. These findings are significant for manipulating starch content in aromatic rice germplasm.
Recent advances in epigenomic techniques: Analysis of DNA base modifications
Authors: Kumar Suresh , . Pallavi , Singh Ashok K. , Mohapatra Trilochan
Published: June 2024

Epigenetics refers to the study of modifications in DNA bases, histone proteins and/or alterations in non-coding-RNA biogenesis that cause changes in gene expression without affecting the underlying nucleotide sequence. Epigenetic variation is emerging as one of the regulators of developmental processes and stress responses in animals and plants. Identification and interrogation of epigenetic changes provide unprecedented opportunities for resolving some of the enigmas that could not be solved based on genetic principles. Moreover, epigenome editing might become a preferred technique for the manipulation of gene expression in the desired organism. Although epigenetics is still in its infancy, the need of the day is to identify epigenetic marks and associate them with heritable phenotypes. Several techniques have been developed to analyze the epigenetic changes and associate them with molecular/physiological processes. It is necessary to examine them in a site- and cell-specific manner. Though considerable progress has been made in the last decade towards mapping DNA modifications as well as other epigenetic changes, there is a need to improve the specificity, sensitivity, and resolving power of the techniques to conduct epigenetic research in a cell-specific manner. The recent technological advancements are currently driving the field of epigenetics, and facilitating a better understanding of the field of functional genomics. The present review outlines the recent advances in epigenomic tools and techniques and presents the future perspectives of epigenomic studies.
Marker-assisted introgression lines of elite Indian mustard (Brassica juncea) cultivars for resistance against white rust (Albugo candida)
Authors: V.V. Singh  , Monika  , Priyamedha  , Balbeer  , M.L. Meena  , Pankaj Sharma  , R.K. Rai
Published: June 2024

White rust caused by Albugo candida is a major biotic constraint responsible for significant yield loss in mustard production across all mustard-growing regions. This experiment was conducted with the aim of developing WRR lines of Indian mustard using the MABB approach. The elite mustard cultivars of Brassica juncea viz., DRMR150-35, DRMRIJ-31 and NRCDR-02 were used as the recurrent parent, whereas BioYSR, BEC-144 and Donskaja were taken as donors. A parental polymorphism survey using 315 microsatellites (SSR) was done among recurrent and donor parents. To confirm introgression of white rust resistance gene foreground selection was performed using Arabidopsis-derived IP markers that are linked to the white rust loci AcB1-A5.1 (At2g36360) for Donskaja and BioYSR and AcB1-A4.1 (At5g41560) for BEC-144coupled with background selection and phenotypic selection for highest recurrent parent genome recovery. Finally, 19 BC3F3 lines were obtained, which led to the identification of 5 highly white rust-resistant lines with RPG recovery percentage of ˃90%. These selected improved lines showed a resistance response with mean %WR severity (100 DAS) below 5% and possess the agro-morphological characters at par to their respective recurrent parent. These lines have good potential for future release and demonstrated MABB as a valuable tool for expediency, enrichment and precision in accelerating the development of new disease-resistant Indian mustard varieties.
Unraveling the effects of genotype, environment and their interaction on quality attributes of diverse wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) genotypes
Authors: Harisha Rajappa , Ahlawat Arvind K. , Balakrishna Adithya P. , Bhavya Beera , Singh Sumit K. , Singhal Shaily , Narwal Sneh , Jaiswal J. P. , Singh J. B. , Kumar Rajeev R. , Singh Sanjay K. , Singh Anju M.
Published: June 2024

Understanding the impact of genotype, environment and their interaction on the expression of quality attributes aids in precise selection for improving wheat quality in breeding programmes. The present study analyzed 41 diverse wheat genotypes grown at three different environments during rabi 2019-20 for 15 quality traits. Location Indore showed high genotypic performance for most of the traits, followed by Delhi, indicating favorable environments for quality trait expression. AMMI and pooled ANOVA analyses revealed significant E+GEI effects for Fe (89.14%), Zn (87.68%), test weight (76.97%), and grain protein content (75.43%). Polyphenol oxidase activity (87.42%) and sedimentation value (66.35%) showed strong genotypic effects, highlighting substantial genetic diversity influencing these traits. GGE biplot analysis identified C306 (G34), C273 (G38), C518 (G39), and C591 (G40) as the best-performing and stable genotypes across locations for grain protein content, gluten components traits, Fe, Zn, and grain hardness. AEC view of GGE biplot highlighted ideal genotypes C273 (G38) and C518 (G39) for falling number, GW322 (G35) and C518 (G39) for damaged starch, and C306 (G34), CS46 (G10), and C591 (G40) for total sugars. C273 (G38), C518 (G39), C591 (G40), and C306 (G34) were identified as highly desirable for multiple quality traits, showcasing their value as parents for simultaneous improvement in wheat breeding programme
Uczelnia dostępna dla studentów z niepełnosprawnościami i chorobami przewlekłymi. Doświadczenia i rekomendacje
Authors: Damagała-Zyśk Ewa
Published: June 2024

Książka składa się z dwóch części zatytułowanych w wymowny sposób: część pierwsza nosi tytuł „Nic o nas bez nas – z doświadczeń studentów i absolwentów”, zaś druga „Razem z wami – z doświadczeń studentów i nauczycieli akademickich”. Celem takiej właśnie konstrukcji było z jednej strony stworzenie przestrzeni dla wypowiedzi samych zainteresowanych – osób z niepełnosprawnościami czy chorobami, zaś z drugiej strony – wskazanie, że zagadnienie wysokiej jakości edukacji dla tej grupy studentów jest naszym wspólnym zadaniem akademickim i powinno mieć stałą i silnie umocowaną pozycję w obszarze interdyscyplinarnych naukowych badań nad niepełnosprawnością. Część pierwsza zawiera cztery rozdziały, które zostały przygotowane bądź bezpośrednio przez osoby doświadczające danej niepełnosprawności czy choroby, bądź w bezpośredniej z nimi współpracy. Dotyczą one uwarunkowań studiowania osób z niepełnosprawnościami sensorycznymi (wzroku i słuchu), a także osób z autyzmem i chorobami przewlekłymi. Zaproszone do współpracy autorki to osoby z bogatym doświadczeniem praktycznym i badawczym – a czasami także osobistym – w obrębie danej niepełnosprawności. Jednocześnie są to kobiety silnie zaangażowane społecznie, współpracujące z innymi osobami z daną niepełnosprawnością czy chorobą oraz stowarzyszeniami i instytucjami działającymi na rzecz podnoszenia poziomu jakości edukacji osób z niepełnosprawnościami i specjalnymi potrzebami. Ich głos zatem może być traktowany jako głos środowiska, a wybrane przez nie problemy badawcze – dotyczące m.in. zasobów indywidualnych, specyficznych potrzeb danej grupy, aspiracji edukacyjnych czy też możliwości wsparcia personalnego, dydaktycznego, w tym technologicznego – należy potraktować jako najbardziej palące zagadnienia poddawane namysłowi i dyskusji naukowej. Druga część publikacji zawiera dwa teksty, oparte na badaniach naukowych przeprowadzonych w gronie studentów i nauczycieli akademickich. Przedstawiają one „drugą stronę medalu” – postawy rówieśników oraz nauczycieli akademickich, a także analizę wyzwań, które niesie ze sobą wspólna edukacja studentów z niepełnoprawnościami i indywidualnymi dodatkowymi potrzebami edukacyjnymi ze studentami niezgłaszającymi takich potrzeb. Nieodłączną częścią publikacji jest zestaw plakatów, na których zawarto informacje o podstawowych specyficznych potrzebach studentów z daną niepełnosprawnością czy chorobą oraz rekomendacje dotyczące strategii dydaktycznych i wsparcia personalnego, którego mogą potrzebować studenci. Warto podkreślić, że każdy z zestawów był konsultowany z osobami doświadczającymi danej trudności, zatem w uprawniony sposób może być traktowany jako głos płynący „z wewnątrz” danej grupy. Plakaty mogą być wykorzystywane także niezależnie, jako element szkoleń, warsztatów czy też kształcenia przygotowującego do roli nauczyciela akademickiego.
Prevalence and Awareness of Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients on Dialysis in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Authors: Soundarya Shainy , Sumit Kumar
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Chronic kidney disease poses a significant health risk with high mortality rates. Its common complication is anemia, which leads to adverse outcomes and worsens disease progression. Early detection and management are crucial for reducing associated risks.
CHATGPT IN THE ACADEMIC WRITING CLASSROOM
Authors: Ida Royani  , Sihombing Mujahidah Rizki
Published: June 2024

Artificial intelligence has made inroads into the field of education, particularly with regard to academic writing for language learners. As ChatGPT demonstrates in the learning process, AI is able to react in a highly natural language and have conversations in a variety of scenarios. This essay explores how ChatGPT can support the academic writing process through a rigorous literature review. It demonstrates that ChatGPT may generate interest across a wide linguistic spectrum, gather the most recent knowledge to assist with a range of activities, reply to inquiries with sincere dialogue, and improve writing skills.  It also figures out the connection of process of writing based on (Nang et al., 2008) by using ChatCPT companions. Meanwhile, wisdom in use of it in the learning environment should be taken into consideration because of losing creativity and lack of conversational practice. Therefore, it is suggested to learners and teachers to be careful and wise to interact with this technological tool, since humans can only provide judgement and verification maker.
SMK Negeri 2 Solok: Dynamics of Curriculum Merdeka, Tefa, and Successful Internships in Education Transformation
Authors: Latifah Ulfi , Saputri Annisa , Zaus Anggun Agni , Jalinus Nizwardi , Waskito Waskito
Published: June 2024

This study aims to investigate the implementation and impact of the Merdeka curriculum at SMK Negeri 2 Solok, focusing on key stakeholder perspectives, challenges, and successes associated with this innovative educational framework. The study adopts a mixed methods approach, combining in-depth interviews with the deputy principal responsible for overseeing the curriculum, statistical analysis for quantitative data, and thematic analysis for qualitative insights. The findings reveal that the Merdeka Curriculum offers advantages in flexibility and adaptability, despite encountering implementation challenges due to limited resources. Two significant outcomes highlight the necessity for targeted teacher training and the diverse perspectives of students. The results contribute valuable insights for educators, administrators, and policymakers to enhance the effectiveness of their curricula, particularly for professional educational institutions seeking to implement adaptive and student-centered teaching methods. The research underscores the importance of understanding the experiences of deputy principals, providing a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities presented by the Merdeka Curriculum. Furthermore, the study offers detailed suggestions for resource allocation and career advancement, offering practical implications for educational institutions striving to implement innovative teaching methodologies.
Tax Dispute Analysis of Transfer Pricing Case Study of Tax Court Decisions 2020-2023
Authors: Aisya Saraswati , Nuryanah Siti
Published: June 2024

Tax Disputes of Transfer Pricing still become the most popular tax issue and the challenge for the MNEs' establishment worldwide. Furthermore, this study aims to continue previous research by conducting content analysis on tax court appeal decisions issued in 2020-2023. This content analysis aims to determine taxpayers' business characteristics as an essential indicator for applying the arm's length principle based on the tax court decisions for 2020-2023. The results of this study show that each type of affiliate transaction that experiences a transfer pricing tax dispute has different characteristics of taxpayers with varying conditions of industry according to the sample of the tax court decisions for 2020-2023. From now on, this study should become an information reference for tax auditors in the audit process when determining corrections to transfer pricing tax disputes, as well as encourage taxpayers to be aware of providing a comprehensive analysis of the business characteristics in preparing transfer pricing documentation.
Implementation of E-Business and Organizational Support Towards Green Human Resource Management
Authors: Nur Hafni Rizanuddin , Narimawati Umi , Syafeii Muhamad Yani , Sutarman Sutarman
Published: June 2024

This research aims to analyse the application of e-business and organisational support to work ethics in realising Green Human Resource Management (GHRM). GHRM is a program that helps create a friendly workforce that respects the culture in an organisation, and one of the factors is that work ethics influences it. The research method used is quantitative, with the analytical technique being structural equation modelling analysis via SmartPLS 3.0. The research sample was 282 academic community members at universities in the Cirebon, Indramayu, Majalengka and Kuningan areas, with the sampling technique carried out using cluster proportional random sampling. The reseach of this study found that organizational support in this study had the lowest influence in moving towards GHRM. This research provides recommendations for improving the internal organization, especially in improving the culture of collaboration, coordination and cooperation, is vital in improving Green Human Resource Management.
An Evaluation of Boarding School Curriculum Implementation in Aceh
Authors: Herman Herman , Rohana Sy. , Jailani Jailani
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this article is to evaluate the implementation of the boarding school curriculum at MTsS Nurul Falah, West Aceh Regency. This article uses the CIPP (Context-Input-Process-Product) model evaluation method developed by Stufflebeam. Data collection techniques are carried out through observation, questionnaires, interviews and document studies related to the boarding school curriculum. Data analysis uses the opinion of Miles and Haberman, namely data reduction, data display, drawing conclusions and data verification. The research results indicate that the implementation of the boarding school curriculum at MTsS Nurul Falah in West Aceh District has been running well and in accordance with the standard set by the foundation and the government. In the future, to bring forth new innovations in implementing the boarding school curriculum, there is a need for continuous guidance and specialized training for the teachers of dayah/boarding schools to optimize the quality of the learning process and the educational outcomes. The results of this study can provide input for the headmasters of madrasahs and the heads of the Ministry of Religious Affairs offices in making decisions related to improving the quality of education.