bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of special exercises using VR4z glasses on some of the compound skills of young football players in Al-Diwaniyah clubs
Authors: Haider Shamkhi Mohamed , Jabbar Sahib Salam , Hamid Rashid Majid Abdel
Published: January 2024

This study seeks to investigate the importance, and the effect of using special exercises using VR4z glasses on some compound skills and tactical behavior of young football players. Virtual reality glasses are one of the modern means that play an important role in developing intelligence and creating a clear picture of the performance of compound skills. It also has advantages that make the player live the atmosphere of the match in all its aspects, which leads to a high concentration and here lies the importance of research in the development of compound skills during matches. As for the research problem, the authors believe that most of the trainers do not use modern electronic means to develop compound skills through training, rather giving actual exercises on the field only, while the mental aspect is important when training and facilitates the process of mastery. Hence, the authors try to adopt VR4z glasses in the training process through special exercises in order to know the extent of their impact on the research sample.

Este estudio busca investigar la importancia y el efecto del uso de ejercicios especiales con gafas VR4z sobre algunas habilidades compuestas y el comportamiento táctico de jóvenes jugadores de fútbol. Las gafas de realidad virtual son uno de los medios modernos que desempeñan un papel importante en el desarrollo de la inteligencia y en la creación de una imagen clara del desempeño de las habilidades complejas. También tiene ventajas que hacen que el jugador viva el ambiente del partido en todos sus aspectos, lo que conduce a una alta concentración y aquí radica la importancia de la investigación en el desarrollo de habilidades compuestas durante los partidos. En cuanto al problema de la investigación, los autores creen que la mayoría de los entrenadores no utilizan medios electrónicos modernos para desarrollar habilidades compuestas a través del entrenamiento, sino que solo realizan ejercicios reales en el campo, mientras que el aspecto mental es importante durante el entrenamiento y facilita el proceso de dominio. Por ello, los autores intentan adoptar gafas VR4z en el proceso de formación mediante ejercicios especiales para conocer el alcance de su impacto en la muestra de investigación.
Effect of Muscle Energy Technique versus Graston Technique on non-specific neck pain
Authors: Elsayed Mohamed , Ahmed Mohamed Mohamed , Ali Mohammad F. , Dabash Ghada R. , El Din Taha Taher Salah , Abdelrahim Reham M.
Published: January 2024

Background: Numerous researches have been carried out in order to determine the most effective physical therapy strategy for treating nonspecific neck pain (NSNP). Purpose: To contrast between the outcomes of Graston Technique (GT) and Muscle Energy Technique (MET) on both pain intensity and functional disability in patients with NSNP. Methods: Forty-two (30 males and 12 females) patients with NSNP divided randomly into three groups: Group A: received Graston Technique and traditional physiotherapy treatment (TPT), Group B: received muscle energy technique and TPT, and Group C: received TPT only. Intervention lasted for 12 sessions (3 per week). At the start and finish of the fourth week, a visual analogue scale was used to quantify pain intensity and a neck disability index (NDI) questionnaire was used to measure functional disability. Results: There were significant mean effects of time (pre/post) and intervention group (Graston, MET, conventional) and significant interaction on pain and disability (p<0.05). MET group had higher changes in the pain than both Graston and control groups (p<0.05). However, no significant differences among groups in the functional change. Conclusion: GT and MET had similar effects on the function in patients with NSNP, but MET had higher effects on reducing pain.

Antecedentes: Numerosas investigaciones se han llevado a cabo con el fin de determinar la estrategia de fisioterapia más eficaz para el tratamiento del dolor de cuello inespecífico (NSNP). Propósito: contrastar los resultados de la Técnica de Graston (GT) y la Técnica de Energía Muscular (MET) tanto en la intensidad del dolor como en la discapacidad funcional en pacientes con NSNP. Métodos: Cuarenta y dos (30 hombres y 12 mujeres) pacientes con NSNP divididos aleatoriamente en tres grupos: Grupo A: recibieron técnica de Graston y tratamiento de fisioterapia tradicional (TPT), Grupo B: recibieron técnica de energía muscular y TPT, y Grupo C: recibieron TPT solamente. La intervención tuvo una duración de 12 sesiones (3 por semana). Al inicio y al final de la cuarta semana, se utilizó una escala analógica visual para cuantificar la intensidad del dolor y un cuestionario de índice de discapacidad del cuello (NDI) para medir la discapacidad funcional. Resultados: Hubo efectos significativos de tiempo (pre/post) y grupo de intervención (Graston, MET, convencional) e interacción significativa sobre el dolor y la discapacidad (p<0,05). El grupo MET tuvo mayores cambios en el dolor que los grupos Graston y control (p<0,05). Sin embargo, no hubo diferencias significativas entre grupos en el cambio funcional. Conclusión: GT y MET tuvieron efectos similares sobre la función en pacientes con NSNP, pero MET tuvo efectos más altos sobre la reducción del dolor.
ANALISIS MISKONSEPSI GAYA GESEK PADA BUKU BSE KELAS 4 SD KURIKULUM MERDEKA
Authors: SHOLEH ARIF MOH. BADRUS , LAKSITA DEWI NAOMI DIAS , DARMAYANTI VIVI , NURDIANASARI NINDYA , BUDIARSO ARIS SINGGIH
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis miskonsepsi gaya gesek pada buku BSE kelas 4 SD kurikulum merdeka. Manfaat penelitan ini ditujukan pada calon guru SD yang akan mengajar menggunakan buku BSE ini. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian lanjutan dari penelitian terkait miskonsepsi pada buku IPAS kelas 4 SD kurikulum merdeka. Penelitian ini lebih fokus menganalisis konsep gaya gesek yang dijelaskan di BSE versi siswa dan guru. Hal ini dilakukan karena konsep gaya gesek banyak memunculkan miskonsepsi pada siswa. Metode penelitian ini adalah metode analisis data. Data diambil dari penjelasan gaya gesek pada kedua BSE dan hasil analisa data dikelompokkan pada tingkatan miskonsepsi pada buku aja. Tingkatan yang dimaksud antara lain misidentifiction, overgeneralization, oversimpelfications, obselete concept and term dan under generalizations. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa penjelasan konsep gaya gesek pada kedua buku ini memiliki kategori overgeneralization. Miskonsepsi pada tingkatan ini berkaitan dengan kekeliruan dalam penggunaan analogi untuk menjelaskan gaya gesek, sehingga konsep tersebut menjadi tidak lengkap dan salah.
Análise e visualização de pesquisas sobre insetos comestíveis através do software VOSviewer®
Authors: Gomes Peixoto Pedro , Vieira Leite Jeane , Ligeiro de Laurentiz Bianca , Maria Luna Vieira Dora , Luna Vieira Leite Jacob , Borba Hirasilva , Antonio de Bortoli Sergio
Published: January 2024

Insetos se destacam como alternativa promissora ao sistema de produção de proteínas de origem animal tradicional, principalmente à medida que são propostas formas de enfrentamento a diversos desafios globais relacionados à segurança alimentar e às mudanças climáticas, de acordo com os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável propostos pela Organização das Nações Unidas. No entanto, em algumas partes do mundo, comer insetos pode parecer estranho e até repugnante, a depender da cultura de cada região. Neste contexto, o presente estudo resulta de uma análise bibliométrica e de visualização gráfica do tema por meio do software VOSviewer®. Os dados da pesquisa foram obtidos na plataforma Scopus® pelas palavras-chave “Edible” AND “Insects”, com a filtragem e análise dos dados exportados. Após essa análise de Força verifica-se que essa Correlação busca “semelhanças” através dos tópicos de interesse de correspondência. A busca por essas correlações trouxe 3.031 trabalhos como resposta, distribuídas em 12 países e representando mais de 25 publicações acerca do assunto. Constatou-se padrões de semelhança que geraram seis “clusters” de associação. O termo “Nutrition” (Nutrição) apresentou maior destaque, seguido por “Tenebrio molitor”. Além disso, os termos comportamento de consumo e aceitação apareceram mais recentemente, nos trabalhos a partir de 2018. Por fim, a pesquisa evidenciou respostas positivas quanto à sustentabilidade ambiental, segurança alimentar e uso de insetos em biofábricas de compostos.
”Pain without loosening”-revisions of knee arthroplasties in the Danish Knee Arthroplasty Register
Authors: Arndt Kristine Bollerup , Schrøder Henrik Morville , Troelsen Anders , Andersen Mikkel Rathsach , Rasmussen Lasse Enkebølle , Lindberg-Larsen Martin
Published: January 2024

”Pain without loosening”-revisions of knee arthroplasties in the Danish Knee Arthroplasty Register INTRODUCTION. We aimed to investigate “pain without loosening” as an indication for knee arthroplasty revisions and to screen for other indications potentially hidden in this category to improve future registration and enhance data quality in the Danish Knee Arthroplasty Register. METHODS. We included 104 patients undergoing revision knee arthroplasty for the indication “pain without loosening” from 1 January 2016 to 31 December 2018 at five Danish centres. Medical records, radiographs and computed tomographies were reviewed. RESULTS. In 103 of 104 cases, we confirmed “pain without loosening” as an indication for revision. We found hidden indications in 44 cases; malposition of components (n = 19), stiffness (n = 13), progression of arthrosis (n = 6), instability (n = 3), liner dislocation (n = 1), residual cement (n = 1) and aseptic loosening (n = 1). The Kellgren-Lawrence arthrosis grades prior to primary knee arthroplasty were 1-2 (31%) and 3-4 (69%). CONCLUSIONS. The indication “pain without loosening” covered patients revised due to pain, but other hidden indications were also present. Stiffness and malposition of components were hidden indications and these are not provided as indication options in the DKR and other registers. The relatively high frequency of arthrosis grade 1-2 prior to primary knee arthroplasty is concerning and may explain the occurrence of knee pain without any other pathology present. FUNDING. The Danish Rheumatism Association, the Region of Southern Denmark, the Research Fund of Region Zeeland and Region of Southern Denmark, and the University of Southern Denmark. TRIAL REGISTRATION. Not relevant.
Os efeitos da ansiedade no interesse em viagens de turismo
Authors: Ribas Aurélia Machado , Borges Gustavo Da Rosa , Munhoz Paula
Published: January 2024

A depressão e a ansiedade dificultam os afazeres diários das pessoas acometidas, incluindo a pré-disposição ao lazer, afetando diretamente o setor de turismo. Buscando pesquisar esta evidência, o presente artigo tem por objetivo avaliar se a ansiedade e a depressão interferem na prática do turismo, tanto no período pandêmico como após. Para tanto realizou-se uma survey no sul do Brasil, por meio da técnica de bola de neve, oriunda da rede de contatos on-line da pesquisadora. A amostra contou com a participação de 340 indivíduos que responderam o questionário on-line no período da Covid-19. Os resultados indicaram que durante a pandemia, apenas a ansiedade afeta no interesse em viajar. Após a pandemia; tanto a ansiedade como a depressão, demonstrou influência no interesse pela viajem a turismo. Conclui-se assim, que de fato, a ansiedade e a depressão ocasionam malefícios para a saúde e o bem-estar das pessoas.
Hotelaria em empreendimentos não-hoteleiros: uma investigação sobre a perspectiva de atuação profissional de hoteleiros junto ao sistema prisional, no Brasil
Authors: Araújo Jamille Souza , Spolon Ana Paula Garcia
Published: January 2024

Este estudo dedicou-se a avaliar a perspectiva de atuação de egressos de programas de graduação em hotelaria, turismo e áreas afins junto ao sistema prisional, reconhecendo-o como um sistema de hospedagem não-convencional análogo, em alguma medida, à hotelaria tradicional. A investigação fundamentou-se nos preceitos teóricos da hospitalidade e da administração hoteleira, aplicados ao contexto da gestão de estruturas organizacionais não-hoteleiros – neste caso específico, o sistema carcerário brasileiro (tendo-se o Presídio Ary Franco, no Rio de Janeiro/RJ, como referência). Para tanto, buscou-se, na Constituição Federal e na legislação relativa ao sistema prisional brasileiro, identificar o conjunto dos direitos da pessoa privada de liberdade no que tange a alojamento, alimentação e entretenimento. A pesquisa, exploratória e qualitativa, teve por objetivo verificar se graduados em hotelaria, turismo e áreas afins, com conhecimentos na área de gestão hoteleira, enxergam a possibilidade de aplicar esses conhecimentos adquiridos em empreendimentos não-hoteleiros. A investigação pergunta se o sistema prisional é uma possível área de atuação profissional para esses egressos e se eles se consideram preparados para assumir posições de supervisão e gerenciamento, neste ambiente. Por pesquisa documental e bibliográfica e aplicando-se questionários semiestruturados, chegou-se à conclusão de que o público vê no sistema prisional uma oportunidade para atuação profissional, mas divide opiniões sobre estar absolutamente preparado para assumir posições de supervisão e gestão neste contexto, indicando a necessidade de formação complementar e de amadurecimento profissional.
Total Number of Rtas that were Brought to the Gujranwala Teaching Hospital's Trauma Center, along with their Results
Authors: Yousaf Asif , Hassan Qudous Ul , Irfan Hafiz Muhammad , Hussain Naeem , Ijaz Sultan Faisal , Shah Syed Asif Ali , Shoaib Tayyab , Shahid Mohammad Nauman , Gilani Syed Ahtisham Anjam
Published: January 2024

Background: Trauma, particularly arising from road traffic accidents (RTAs), is a significant public health issue worldwide, with a notably high incidence in Pakistan. The vulnerability to traumatic injuries is exacerbated by socio-economic, environmental, and infrastructural factors. Young males are disproportionately affected, reflecting societal roles and risk behaviors. The efficiency of trauma care, influenced by the location and resources of trauma centers, plays a crucial role in patient outcomes.
Objective: This study aims to assess the patterns, causes, and outcomes of trauma cases treated at the Gujranwala Teaching Hospital (GTH) trauma center, with a focus on identifying demographic trends, predominant injury mechanisms, and the effectiveness of trauma care facilities.
Methods: An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted from November 2021 to February 2022 at the GTH trauma center. Ethical approval was obtained from the Department of Emergency Medicine Ethics Committee at GMC Teaching Hospital. Data were collected using a WHO-guided pre-tested form, documenting sociodemographic profiles, clinical profiles, injury mechanisms, and outcomes. The study involved 813 trauma patients, with data analysis performed using SPSS version 25. Descriptive and inferential statistics were employed to analyze patient demographics, injury patterns, and outcomes.
Results: The study comprised 813 patients, predominantly male (75.3%). The median age was 33 years, ranging from 1.5 to 85 years. RTAs were the most common injury mechanism (78.6%), primarily affecting passengers (70.9%) and pedestrians (29.1%). Head injuries were the most frequent anatomical site of injury (45.75%). The triage categories showed 73.76% of patients in the 'Yellow' category. The overall mortality prevalence was 3.6%.
Conclusion: The study highlights the high prevalence of RTAs as a cause of trauma, particularly among young males. The findings underscore the need for improved trauma care facilities, stricter enforcement of traffic safety laws, and public awareness campaigns on road safety. Establishing well-equipped trauma centers near highways and enhancing prehospital care could significantly reduce trauma-related fatalities.
Revolutionizing Duplicate Question Detection: A Deep Learning Approach for Stack Overflow
Authors: Muhammad Faseeh , Harun Jamil
Published: January 2024

This study provides a novel way to detect duplicate questions in the Stack Overflow community, posing a daunting problem in natural language processing. Our proposed method leverages the power of deep learning by seamlessly merging Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks to capture both local nuances and long-term relationships inherent in textual input. Word embeddings, notably Google’s Word2Vec and GloVe, raise the bar for text representation to new heights. Extensive studies on the Stack Overflow dataset demonstrate the usefulness of our approach, generating excellent results. The combination of CNN and LSTM models improves performance while streamlining preprocessing, establishing our technology as a viable piece in the arsenal for duplicate question detection. Aside from Stack Overflow, our technique has promise for various question-and-answer platforms, providing a robust solution for finding similar questions and paving the path for advances in natural language processing
Juridical Analysis of Default in Building Construction Agreements in Limited Liability Companies in Batam, Indonesia
Authors: Aminah Titik
Published: January 2024

Building construction agreements are one of the agreements that often occur in Batam, Indonesia. This agreement is usually carried out by a limited liability company (PT) as a contractor with another party as the project owner. Default is one of the problems that often occurs in building construction agreements. This research aims to analyze the juridical aspects of default in building construction agreements at PT in Batam, Indonesia. This research uses normative juridical research methods. Data was obtained through literature study and interviews with sources who are experts in the fields of law and construction. The research results show that defaults in building construction agreements can occur due to various factors, including errors in carrying out work, delays in completing work, damage to work, and violation of the terms of the agreement. Default in a building construction agreement can cause losses for the injured party. Therefore, there are various efforts that can be made by the aggrieved party to resolve the issue of default, including termination of the agreement, claims for compensation, and demands for work to be reworked.
Devolution of Health Services in the Time of Pandemic: Implications of Challenges and Strategies to the Philippine Health Devolution
Authors: Lumintao Jornie
Published: January 2024

Despite being considered the most aggressive in the Asia-pacific region, the Philippinehealth devolution has many deficits, particularly financial and personnel resources.Therefore, it becomes a problem to address health issues during the pandemic. This study sought to investigate the implications of challenges and strategies adapted by LGU of the Province of Bukidnon to the nature of Philippine health devolution in the pandemic. This research utilized the qualitative method, conducting open-ended interviews with the provincial health administrator and with the chief of the COVID-19 facility in the province. Also, online news articles and government websites such as their Facebook pages were accessed to provide additional data for the study. The study found that the lack of health facilities is primarily experienced during the pandemic. The mismatch of funding with the cost of the devolved health services and functions to the LGUs becomes apparent during this global health crisis. However, the study also revealed that the power and authority to perform specific roles and responsibilities at the local level allow public health officials to address local conditions. The ability of the local officials to coordinate with private sectors and theother LGUs and their capacity to look into local conditions and have a vast decision space allow them to manage local health problems. This article argues for more effective health governance mechanisms at the local level since devolution itself does not ensure better health-care delivery.
Descend or Defend: Iligan as a Toponym and its Relevance to Local Historiography
Authors: S. Almario-Magdadaro Marjorie , Daug Artchil
Published: January 2024

The history of Iligan City in Northern Mindanao, the Philippine Islands, stretches back as far as the beginning of Spanish colonization in the second half of the 17th century. Although its contemporary history ranging from the later American Period during the Second World War to its rise as an industrial city in the following three decades after the war is well- examined, Iligan’s history during the Spanish Period remains a difficult picture to imagine. It is not only because documentary evidence is very limited, its indigenous population relies on oral tradition to tell the story of its past. The difficulty of access to primary sources which are either tucked away in the national archives or that they are written in a language that in contrast to the rest of the then Spanish Empire never became the primary language of the country contributed to local historiography in the Philippines making use of oral accounts by indigenous peoples, and this is similar when it comes to Iligan. Specifically, this paper examines Iligan as a toponym to trace the possible origin and meaning of the term. By looking into both readily available archival sources and the cultural memory of the tribal authorities of one of the city’s indigenous peoples, the Higaunon, this paper shows that they are the first settlers of Iligan and that one of the earliest sites of culture contact was the mouth- river of Iligan, which perhaps one of the reasons why Spaniards chose this area to establish a fort. Most importantly, this paper proves that Iligan as a toponym is not empty in meaning, but rather mirrors past relations and activities, which are relevant in the writing of local history.
HUBUNGAN DUKUNGAN TEMAN SEBAYA DENGAN MINAT REMAJA PUTRI MINUM TABLET FE DI SMPN 2 SUKAPURA
Authors: Yenny Nilawati Yenny Nilawati
Published: January 2024

The low interest of young women in consuming Fe tablets is one of the causes of nutritional anemia. This is because young women experience menstruation so they lose iron (Fe) and need more intake of iron (Fe). Peer support is included in the factors that can strengthen a person to behave. The correlation with peers are individual correlation that involve relatively large familiarity in the group. The purpose of this study was to analyze the correlation between peer support and the interest of young women to drink Fe tablets at SMPN 2 Sukapura. This study used a correlational analysis design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample data is a portion of the target youth at SMPN 2 Sukapura, a total of 60 young girls who meet the inclusion criteria using the cluster sampling technique. Data collection included coding, editing, and tabulating. Then the data were analyzed by computer with the Spearman test p-value: 0.05. The results showed that 53 respondents had supportive peers, 52 respondents had an interest in drinking Fe tablets and p-value: 0.000. There is a correlation between peer support and the interest of young women to drink Fe tablets (p = 0.000 <0.05). The suggestion put forward is that the youth health program holders at the Sukapura Health Center can advocate for schools to be able to provide policies/regulations for implementing nutritious actions in schools, by taking Fe tablets together once a week.
DIFFERENCES IN SELF-REGULATED LEARNING AMONG STUDENTS IN TERMS OF GENDER
Authors: Refika Cindy
Published: January 2024

Self-regulated learningare important skills that enable students to control, manage and monitor their own learning. This research aims to determine the differences in self-regulated learning in male and female students. This research uses a comparative quantitative method with t-test analysis. Data was collected through a questionnaire based on a scale adapted from Lili Nur Indah Sari's 2013 Self-regulated Learning scale based on aspects of self-regulated learning by Zimmerman (1989). The sampling technique was proportionate random sampling, totaling 75 people consisting of 26 men and 49 women. The results show that there is a significant difference between the self-regulated learning of male and female students, namely that female students are higher.
TAWHID AND ISLAMIC PHILOSOPHY
Authors: Torres Fernández Antonio
Published: January 2024

This paper aims to delve into the realm of Islamic logic by conducting a comprehensive analysis of epistemology and reasoning regarding the concept of tawhid within the context of Islamic thought. Drawing from a wide range of primary and secondary sources, this study explores the distinctive features and foundations of Islamic logic, highlighting tawhid and its significance in understanding knowledge acquisition and rational inquiry in the Islamic tradition. It explores the contributions of prominent Muslim scholars, such as Al-Kindi, Al-Farabi, Ibn Sina, and Ibn Rushd, who made significant advancements in the field of logic. And it was found that tawhid serves as a foundational principle in Islamic logic, shaping the understanding of knowledge acquisition and rational inquiry within the Islamic tradition. The contributions of these scholars exemplify the compatibility between reason and revelation, providing a comprehensive framework for logical reasoning grounded in the principles of tawhid. Their ideas continue to inspire and shape contemporary discussions on Islamic logic, reflecting the enduring legacy of their intellectual contributions.
Economic justification for taxation and tax fairness: a new look at an old problem
Authors: Bratko Tatiana Dmitrievna
Published: January 2024

A search for criteria of economically justified and fair taxation has been going on for a long time within studies in philosophy of law, constitutional law and tax law. Often such studies are one-sided and incomplete. The criteria developed by researchers, as well as research-based definition of “economic justification for taxation,” are unsatisfactory and unsuitable for practical use. Without understanding economic justification for taxation, it is impossible to give answers to many practical questions, in particular: is a tax economically justified or not? The purpose of this article is to formulate a new universal, practically applicable definition of “economic justification for taxation,” reflecting modern Russian and foreign ideas about fiscal social contract and constitutional principles of taxation. To achieve this goal, the author resorts to a comparative analysis of two incompatible principles of fair taxation: the equivalence (benefit) principle, arising from “individualistic” Anglo-Saxon theory, and the ability-to-pay principle that is based on continental European “welfare-state” doctrine. The author uses equivalence (benefit) principle to develop a so-called “beneficiary” theory of economic justification for taxation. The beneficiary theory is for the first time set out in this article. The beneficiary theory offers a new understanding of economic justification for taxation which is unconventional for Russian tax law and establishes a clearer – compared to previously known – criterion of economically justified taxation. This criterion makes it possible to identify economically unjustified taxes that do not comply with provisions of tax legislation and Russian Federation Constitution, and therefore can be applied when challenging: 1) validity of legislation establishing economically unjustified taxes; 2) constitutionality of tax legislation. The author, using the beneficiary theory he developed, assesses economic justification for bachelor tax and vehicle tax paid by owner of a vehicle not in use.
A mathematical model that predicts human biological age from physiological traits identifies environmental and genetic factors that influence aging
Authors: Libert Sergiy , Chekholko Alex , Kenyon Cynthia
Published: January 2024

Why people age at different rates is a fundamental, unsolved problem in biology. We created a model that predicts an individual’s age from physiological traits that change with age in the large UK Biobank dataset, such as blood pressure, lung function, strength and stimulus-reaction time. The model best predicted a person’s age when it heavily-weighted traits that together query multiple organ systems, arguing that most or all physiological systems (lung, heart, brain, etc.) contribute to the global phenotype of chronological age. Differences between calculated “biological” age and chronological age (ΔAge) appear to reflect an individual’s relative youthfulness, as people predicted to be young for their age had a lower subsequent mortality rate and a higher parental age at death, even though no mortality data were used to calculate ΔAge. Remarkably, the effect of each year of physiological ΔAge on Gompertz mortality risk was equivalent to that of one chronological year. A Genome-Wide Association Study (GWAS) of ΔAge, and analysis of environmental factors associated with ΔAge identified known as well as new factors that may influence human aging, including genes involved in synapse biology and a tendency to play computer games. We identify a small number of readily measured physiological traits that together assess a person’s biological age and may be used clinically to evaluate therapeutics designed to slow aging and extend healthy life.
“Det er veldig fristende å synge med”
Authors: Simers Celine , Dewilde Joke , Frønes Tove Stjern
Published: January 2024

Kritisk literacy og flerspråklig kompetanse er stadig mer relevante kompetanser for borgere i digitaliserte og globaliserte samfunn, og har også blitt tillagt mer vekt i den norske læreplanen. Kritisk literacy kan forstås som kompetanser elevene trenger i møte med ulike tekster, mens flerspråklighet i skolen handler om å lage rom for og bruke hver enkelt elevs språklige ressurser og identitet. Denne artikkelen undersøker hvordan ungdomsskoleelever forholder seg til flerspråklige tekster, og vi ser på mulighetene for å arbeide med kritisk literacy og flerspråklighet ved å bruke den skjønnlitterære teksttypen sangtekster. Artikkelen baserer seg på teorier om kritisk literacy og transspråking, og datamaterialet er innhentet gjennom to fokusgruppe­intervjuer. Utvalget består av til sammen seks tiendeklasseelever fra en skole med store kulturelle og sosioøkonomiske forskjeller i osloområdet. Elevene ble bedt om å velge ut to tekster blant fire forslag til bruk i norskundervisningen i en tenkt åttendeklasse og vurdere tekstenes egnethet. Analysene viser at elevene har et nært forhold til mange ulike språk og språklige fenomener. Vi ser også at elevene har mye kunnskap om språk og sangtekster som populærkultur, men at deres evne til å forholde seg kritiske til tekstenes innhold er varierende. Flerspråklige sangtekster har et stort potensial som øvingsfelt for kritisk literacy, samtidig som det er en teksttype der elevene får vist sin kunnskap om språk og kultur. Sangtekstene kan brukes som verktøy for å bygge bro mellom elevens verden og skolen.
A Randomised Split-Mouth Clinical Trial to Assess the Efficacy of Oroquiver: An Affordable Vibrotactile Device for Dental Injections
Authors: Reddy Ravindra , Upadya Varsha Haridas , Sequeira Joyce Pascalia , Chandra Jagadish
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Injection pain is a common concern among patients, including those receiving dental injections. Local Anaesthesia (LA) is a crucial procedure in dentistry to ensure painless treatment. Vibration stimuli have shown promise in raising the pain threshold, managing orofacial pain, musculoskeletal pain, and relieving dental pain. However, many vibrotactile devices available in the market are not affordable for common dentists. Aim: To compare pain perception in patients undergoing bilateral extractions using OroQuiver-assisted LA administration versus conventional LA administration. Materials and Methods: A randomised split-mouth clinical trial was conducted with 17 patients undergoing simultaneous bilateral extractions. LA was administered with and without OroQuiver on the right and left-sides, respectively. Pain assessment was performed using Wong Baker’s Facial Rating Scale and a questionnaire sheet comparing patient comfort following LA administration on both sides. Results: There was a significant difference in the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) score for pain experienced during LA injections using the vibrotactile device (4.29±1.1) compared to the conventional method (7.2±1.5). None of the patients reported discomfort with the device. The device reduced anxiety towards dental injections in 14 patients, and 16 patients indicated they would recommend the device to others. Conclusion: OroQuiver effectively reduced injection-related pain regardless of the type of nerve block administered. It is a costeffective, easily maneuverable, feasible, sterilizable, and reusable device that effectively reduces LA injection-related pain.
Historical Projection of the Rainfall Distribution in the North Region of Brazil
Authors: Aprile, F.  , Darwich, A. J.  , Siqueira, G. W.
Published: January 2024

From a set of primary and secondary monthly data from 1991 to 2022, the annual and seasonal climatological pattern of the North region of Brazil, where most of the Amazon Biome is located, was analyzed. An incomplete Gamma distribution model was applied to the climatological precipitation data (mm); atmospheric pressure (mb); incidence of solar radiation (kJ/m²); air temperature and dew (ºC); relative humidity (%); wind intensity (m/s) with direction and maximum gust. Data normalization techniques and spatial similarity identified different patterns and trends of precipitation in the region, with significant seasonality, especially in terms of rainfall. The highest precipitation rates occurred in the N-NW axis, inside the northern Amazonian area, while the lowest values were observed in the southern equatorial zone, on the limits of the Pará State with the Cerrado Biome. Four zones and one climate range were established: southern, central, northern west and northern east zones and extreme north area, all with significant similarity in precipitation and humidity. A trend was observed in the number of days with precipitation between 25 and 50% in the southern and central zones, and an increase in precipitation of 50 to 75% for the northern zone. The wind distribution model showed a tendency towards the presence of isotropic climate phenomena, presenting the same properties or characteristics. The results obtained are relevant to support research aimed at understanding global warming and its consequences, in addition to contributing to forest management programs, and establishing more effective protocols for cultivation in agricultural areas in the Amazon.
Review on the Book of “Syntactic Disambiguation of Modern Chinese with Experimental Prosodic”
Authors: Yao Chunlin , Zhou Rong
Published: January 2024

One of the essential topics in human-computer communication is the disambiguation of the Chinese language. To understand the new progress in this field, this paper introduces the commonly used disambiguation methods, including the “three-domain theory” and the atomic theory used by linguists, and the neural network disambiguation and sliding semantic string matching disambiguation used by computer engineers. After pointing out the limitations of the existing disambiguation methods, the paper introduces a new disambiguation method, disambiguation with rhythm, which is studied in the book entitled Syntactic Disambiguation of Modern Chinese with Experimental Prosodic. The paper reveals that the book Syntactic Disambiguation of Modern Chinese with Experimental Prosodic combines theoretical discussion and social needs, and provides new ideas and methods for the study of Chinese disambiguation. In one word, the book, which has changed the direction of disambiguation studies, is a masterpiece in Chinese disambiguation research.
Effect of Elevated CO2 Induced High Temperature on Yield and Quality Parameters in Crops, with Preference to Tomato: A Review
Authors: Arunima A. S. , Manju R. V. , Viji M. M. , Roy S. , Sarada S. , Jacob D.
Published: January 2024

Rising CO2 levels in the atmosphere, a major contributor to climate change, has a wide range of consequences. CO2 can absorb and radiate heat energy resulting in the hike of earth’s average temperature. The elevated CO2-induced temperature rise in the atmosphere has a severe impact on agricultural crop productivity, as temperature is one of the important abiotic factors which influence crop growth and development. So the high temperatures and drought that accompany climate change will decrease food production and threaten food security globally.
Potentiation of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) by Using Mid-infrared Ray: A Novel Approach
Authors: Umakanthan T.  , Mathi Madhu , Umadevi U.
Published: January 2024

In allopathic medicine, additives and synergistic can somewhat increase a drug's potency, but doing so also raises its cost and sensitivity. In the ancient medicine system, potentiation technology is described elaborately but during the course of time, it has been lost. We invented a 2-6µm water-based mid-IR generating atomizer named MIRGA. Depending on the applied plunger pressure, MIRGA’s every spraying is designed to generate 2-6 µm mid-IR. In the Ayurvedic medical system, ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a widely used herb in folk medicine for treating a variety of ailments. Using MIRGA, an immediate external spraying distance of 0.25–0.50 meter was applied to the packaged (polyethene, paper) ashwagandha powder. This resulted in ashwagandha potentiation for a minimal 27%. The MIRGA is cost-effective, guaranteeing resource savings in addition to rising health benefits. The numerous advantages offered by this technology have been substantiated through a series of experiments and various instruments, which will be elaborated upon in this discourse.
Path Coefficient Analysis to Evaluate Seed Yield in Green Gram [Vigna radiata (L.) R. Wilczek]: A Comprehensive Study
Authors: Harsh Patel , Priyal Patel , Chhodavadiya R. J. , Parmar M. J.
Published: January 2024

The current empirical study on "path coefficient analysis to evaluate seed yield in green gram [Vigna radiata (L.) R. Wilczek]: a comprehensive study" was conceded to assess path analysis in 72 genotypes of green gram. On 11 traits, observations were recorded. The genotypic path coefficient analysis revealed that the number of pods per plant, 100-seeds weight and number of seeds per pod expressed positive and higher direct effect on seed yield per plant. The phenotypic path coefficient analysis revealed that the number of pods per plant, 100-seeds weight and number of seeds per pod exhibited high and positive direct effects on seed yield per plant. Whereas, negative direct effect on seed yield per plant were contributed through number of clusters per plant and plant height at phenotypic level. The residual effect was found to be 0.0755 and 0.1321 at genotypic and phenotypic path coefficient analysis respectively.
A Growing Prosperity of Okra Cultivation (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) under Mahaneem (Ailanthus excelsa) Based Agro-Silviculture System in a Semi-Arid Region of India
Authors: Ranawat Jitendra Singh , Deswal R. P. S. , Sirohi Chhavi , Kumari Sunita , Dhaka Ravindra Kumar , Dhankar Amit
Published: January 2024

Production of food to feed the rapidly growing population of India is the current challenge. To overcome such global issues of food security and climate change, there is a need to develop a good economically feasible agroforestry system in the tropics. Besides that, Indian farmers also facing the effect of climate change on the monocropping system and lack of optimum land utilization for their economic sustainability. Hence, the economic feasibility of okra cultivation in the agri-silviculture system of mahaneem (Alianthus excelsa) in the arid zone was conducted at the Regional Research Station in Bawal, Haryana, India during two consecutive rainy seasons from July 2020 to October 2020 and July 2021 to October 2021. To create an economically prosperous agro-forestry system, okra varieties Varsha Uphar and Hisar Naveen were planted under various planting densities of Mahaneem in an agri-silvicultural system. Nevertheless, agroforestry is a compelling alternative that encourages social, economic, ecological and agricultural sustainability in response to these challenges. The ratio of net return to cultivation cost was used to compute the benefit-cost ratio for the test of the economic feasibility of the proposed agroforestry system in the semi-arid zone climate of India. The present study revealed that 10 x 10 m planting spacing with the Hisar Naveen okra variety calculated the highest net return (108528 Rs./ha & 123884 Rs./ha in the consecutive years) and benefit-cost ratio (1.90 & 1.86 in the consecutive years) which was highest profitable for farmers to get economic and ecological security. Hence, it is recommended that the Mahaneem-based agro-silviculture system, specifically incorporating the Hisar Naveen variety, proves to be economically more feasible compared to sole cropping which offers practical guidance for farmers and policymakers seeking effective strategies to enhance agricultural productivity amidst evolving environmental conditions.
Efficacy of Biduri Leaf Extract (Calotropis gigantea L.) for Management of Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J. E. Smith.) on Corn
Authors: Khasanah Nur , Yunus Mohammad , Tangkesalu Dance , Nasir Burhanuddin Haji , Tauke Lidya Evalinda , Marzita Regita Devila
Published: January 2024

Aims: This research aims to assess the effectiveness of the Calotropis gigantea extract formulation as an environmentally friendly botanical pesticide for controlling the armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda on corn plants.

Study Design:  The research was carried out in the Plant Pest and Disease Laboratory at Faculty of Agriculture, Tadulako University, and on corn plantations in Sigi Regency, from May 2023 to November 2023.

Methodology: Making formulated C. gigantea extract was done by adding emulsifier and adhesive to the extract. Material in the form of kaolin flour is used as a carrier. The formulated extract was evaluated. Application was carried out on 21 days old corn plants, with an application interval of 5 days for 5 applications. Observation variables included larval population density, percentage of S. frugiperda attacks, presence of natural enemies of the pest, and corn production. The toxicity test uses probit analysis and the significant difference test uses the T test.

Results: Toxicity of the formulated C. gigantea extract was LC50 of 0.522 µgl-1. Application of the formulated extract in the field showed that the formulated extract treatment had an effect on population density, the intensity of S. frugiperda larvae attacks and corn production had a significant effect and had no effect on the presence of natural enemies. Formulated C. gigantea leaf extract has the potential to be used as an environmentally friendly botanical insecticide compound against S. frugiperda larvae in corn plantations

Conclusion: Formulated leaf extract of C. gigantea has the potential as an environmentally friendly botanical insecticide in controlling the fall armyworm S. frugiperda.
Validation of Biophysical Parameters of Wheat Retrieved from Sentinel-2 Data Using in-situ Measurements at Anand Region of India
Authors: Chauhan K. K. , Lunagaria M. M.
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of the Sentinel-2 chlorophyll content and the Leaf Area Index (LAI) retrieved via SNAP toolbox using in situ observed biophysical parameters. SL2B plugins were tested for accuracy and consistency through validation and comparison of spatial variation. The SNAP processor showed good correlations for Leaf Area Index (LAI) in the first year, and it was particularly successful in some selected fields. For the various areas, satisfactory accuracy was maintained in the second year. The findings revealed a reasonable R2, ranging from 0.5 to 0.7, between in-situ LAI and SNAP-retrieved LAI, but with high errors. In chlorophyll assessment, the average estimates of SL2P-derived values were 20 – 90 µg/cm², against the mean values of 40–50 µg/cm² as observed in the field. The standard deviation for the chlorophyll generated from SL2P, albeit variable, was moderate (22.68 µg/cm²). The scatter plots highlighted a close agreement between retrieved and measured values, reinforcing the reliability of the data. Retrievals of LAI and chlorophyll were accurate for Anand district. It highlights the potential of Sentinel 2 data for reliable retrieval of biophysical parameters of wheat.
A Comprehensive Review on the Impact of Climate Change on Fruit Yield and Quality in Modern Horticultural Practices
Authors: Deori Mamoni , Manasa S. , Kakade P. B.  , Saikanth D R K , Ranganna G. , Deshmukh Rutuja Narendra , Homeshvari  , Prasad Lalu
Published: January 2024

This review provides an exhaustive analysis of the impact of climate change on fruit yield and quality, with a specific focus on India's horticultural sector. It synthesizes current research findings, identifies gaps, and suggests future directions to understand and mitigate the effects of climate change on key fruit crops. Climate change, characterized by rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and extreme weather events, poses significant challenges to fruit production. These challenges under three main sections: the direct and indirect effects of climate change on fruit yield, the influence of climate change on fruit quality, and the adaptations in modern horticultural practices. The direct effects include alterations in flowering and fruiting cycles and changes in pollination dynamics. Indirect effects comprise changes in soil quality and nutrient availability, along with water availability and irrigation challenges. These factors collectively lead to variations in fruit yield across different regions and crops. The review also discusses the impact of climate change on the nutritional content of fruits, such as changes in sugar, acid, vitamin levels, and secondary metabolites that affect flavour and health benefits. Physical and aesthetic changes, including modifications in size, color, texture, and shelf life, are also examined, highlighting their implications for marketability and consumer preference. Adaptation strategies in response to these challenges are crucial. Delves into breeding and genetic modification efforts aimed at developing climate-resilient fruit varieties and discusses the role of biotechnology in these adaptations. It also covers changes in agronomic practices, such as adjustments in planting dates and crop rotation, alongside water management and conservation techniques. The adoption of technological innovations like precision agriculture, monitoring systems, and controlled environment agriculture (CEA) is evaluated for their potential to enhance resilience in fruit production.