bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Pemberian Ekstrak Daun Mangrove Api-api (Avicennia sp.) pada Pakan Terhadap Pertumbuhan Bobot dan FCR ikan bandeng (Chanos chanos)
Authors: Wijianto Wijianto , Fahrurrozi Ashari , Firstiany Dinna , Khoiroh Nailatul
Published: August 2023

Ikan bandeng merupakan salah satu ikan air payau yang potensial untuk dikembangkan. Ikan bandeng dapat hidup di perairan dengan kadar salinitas 0-35 ppt. . Salah satu faktor yang berpengaruh terhadap  pertumbuhan ikan bandeng yaitu pakan. Penggunaan bahan alami sebagai upaya peningkatan laju pertumbuhan ikan bandeng menggunakan madu dapat meningkatkan laju pertumbuhan ikan bandeng. Bahan alami lain yang dapat digunakan untuk meningkatkan pertumbuhan ikan yaitu ekstrak daun mangrove. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengkaji pengaruh  penambahan ekstrak daun mangrove api-api (Avicennia sp.) pada pakan terhadap pertumbuhan ikan bandeng (Chanos chanos). Ikan uji yang akan digunakan yaitu benih ikan bandeng yang berukuran 3 - 4 cm. Pakan uji yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah pakan buatan berbentuk pellet. Pakan uji diberi ekstrak daun mangrove Avicennia sp. Pemberian pakan dilakukan sebanyak 3 kali sehari yaitu pada pukul 08.00, 13.00 dan 17.00 WIB. Rancangan percobaan  Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan 4 perlakuan 3 ulangan. Perlakuan A yaitu pakan komersial tanpa penambahan, perlakuan B yaitu penambahan ekstrak mangrove Avicennia sp 75 ppm/500 g pakan, perlakuan C yaitu penambahan ekstrak daun mangrove Avicennia sp. 125 ppm/500 g pakan dan perlakuan D yaitu Penambahan ekstrak daun mangrove Avicennia sp. 170 ppm/500 g pakan. Hasil penelitian penambahan ekstrak daun mangrove Avicennia sp. terhadap pakan dapat meningkatkan pertumbuhan ikan bandeng meliputi pertumbuhan bobot mutlak dan Feed Convention Ratio (FCR) dengan perlakuan terbaik yaitu pada perlakuan B dengan dosis ekstrak mangrove 75 ppm/500 g pakan.
Culture-Oriented Idioms in English and Albanian Language-Analyses of the Semantic and Syntactic Structure of Life and Death Idioms: A Comparative Study
Authors: Robo Lorena
Published: August 2023

Idiomatic expressions are a crucial part of language reflecting the mindset of a nation’s culture and shaping the characteristics of language usage. This paper elaborates on the rich content of the variety of idiomatic expressions in English and Albanian of idioms related to life and death. Each language possesses its characteristics making the languages similar and different from one another, thus leading to different expressions of the same things. Writing and speaking a language cannot be understood without using idioms, especially when describing one’s emotional or mental conditions. This article aims at analyzing the semantic and syntactic structure of idioms denoting life and death connotations in both languages. Language is an independent system and as a result, different ethnic groups show their psychological characteristics through different concepts. Such differences and similarities are reflected in figurative expressions of each nation which incorporates the focus of this study. An analysis of the constituent parts of idioms, features of non-compositionality, syntactic functions in sentences, and other characteristics of set expressions are the focus of this research paper through componential and comparative analyses. The research is based on the database of 480 English idioms 291praseoloical units with the element “life”, 189 phraseological units with the element “death”, and more than 320 idioms in Albanian. Data were driven from two phraseological dictionaries Albanian Phraseological Dictionary and English–Albanian Phraseological Dictionary. A detailed and in-depth insight was made into the corpus of the dictionary entries to find out idioms that express life and death in both languages. The methods used are based on comparative and componential analyses. The study displayed characteristics in idiomatic expressions reflected in two cultures showing different semantic and syntactic features in both languages.
Analisis Fenomena Hyperhonest Penggunaan Fitur Instagram Close Friends Dalam Batasan Privasi
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo Indonesia, Chiquita Orvella Clara , Febriana Poppy ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo Indonesia
Published: August 2023

With the development of new social media features that now make social media not only limited to exchanging information, but also used as a space for self-disclosure, one of which is self-disclosure on the Instagram "Close Friends" feature. With this feature, users can use it as a place to vent, express themselves more or be more honest by sharing private matters that are only known by the list of followers of their close friends. In terms of this phenomenon, it is called the hyperhonest phenomenon, namely venting more honestly. The purpose of the importance of this research is to find out and understand the hyperhonest phenomenon experienced by generation Z women in the Instagram close friends feature and the cyber culture of self-disclosure that is formed in the Instagram close friends feature, as well as to contribute to readers so that they consider disclosing personal information on the media. social. This study uses the study of Communication Privacy Management theory by Sandra Petronio (2002) which focuses on privacy management systems to regulate the level of privacy boundaries. The method used is Virtual Ethnography with in-depth interviews with 6 female respondents in the Z generation category and participant observation by researchers. The data validation technique uses data triangulation. Most of them set boundaries in sharing personal problems in the close friends feature that there is trust given to people they trust for shared information ownership, then cyber culture is formed in the Instagram close friends feature where the close friends space becomes a place of refuge to reveal personal information, share hyperhonest story.
Pengaruh Implementasi Strategi IMC terhadap Keputusan Mendaftar Siswa di SMK Telkom Sidoarjo Tahun Ajaran 2022/2023
Authors:   Universitas Dr. Soetomo Surabaya, Junaedi Rusli Akhmad , Soekrani Tony S. ,   Universitas Dr. Soetomo Surabaya
Published: August 2023

The study is to describe and examine the effect of implementing IMC strategy on the decision of student to enrollment at Vocational School of Telkom Sidoarjo during academic year of 2022/2023. The background of which was based on the result of new student enrollment at Vocational School of Telkom Sidoarjo throughout academic year of 2021/2022, during Covid-19 pandemic outbreak to the transition of new normal era, reporting a total of 231 student from the targeted number of 250. The results of new student enrollment at Vocational School of Telkom Sidoarjo during academic year of 2022/2023, however, has exceeded the target by achieving a total of 240 student from the targeted number of 223. The research was conducted using explanatory quantitative method which included 150 respondents. The samples were collected using simple random sampling, while the data was collected through questionnaire. In addition, the data was processed through data validity test consisting validity and reliability test, as well as classical assumption test consisting normality test, multicollinearity test, and heteroscedasticity test. Moreover, the data was analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis and parametric inferential statistics. Furthermore, the hypothesis test was established through multiple linear regression test, partial test (t test), simultaneous test (F test), and coefficient of multiple determination test (R2). The findings suggest that the event & experience variable performed a significant effect with a substantial relationship, while the digital marketing variable represented a significant effect with a substantial relationship on the decision to enrollment at Vocational School of Telkom Sidoarjo. Additionally, the implementation of IMC strategy as measured by variable of advertising, sales promotion, event & experience, public relations, direct marketing, personal selling, and digital marketing simultaneously influenced the decision of student to enrollment at Vocational School of Telkom Sidoarjo.
Populism in the Self Presentation of Politician on Ganjar Pranowo's Instagram Account
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta Indonesia, Ayudifa Kirana , Chasana Rona Rizkhy Bunga ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta Indonesia
Published: August 2023

As one of the most popular social media in Indonesia, Instagram is widely used by political actors to present themselves to attract the potential voters. Ganjar Pranowo, who’s often referred as a populist politician, has been widely discussed as a candidate for the 2024 presidential election. This research wants to analyze the self-presentation form of Ganjar Pranowo's populism communication on Instagram. A qualitative content analysis methods are used to analyze the visual content in the form of videos from Ganjar Pranowo's Instagram posts. With purposive sampling, 5 samples were obtained which would be analyzed. The results of the analysis show that on Instagram, Ganjar Pranowo plays himself as a political actor who’s close to the citizens, friendly, firm, empathetic, and loves his family. Based on the self-presentation shown, it’s known that Ganjar Pranowo displayed two of the three most common characteristics of populism according to Jager and Walgrave through his Instagram account during the research period, which is referring to the people and exclusion of outside groups. These findings indicate that there is a tendency for political bias and identity politics in Ganjar Pranowo's self-presentation of populism on Instagram that shown through the behavior of referring to certain groups of people. Populism behavior shown by politicians on social media is known to be able to influence the climate of Indonesian political communication in the modern era.
Perempuan Gen X: Literasi Digital di Instagram Vs Facebook
Authors:   Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya, Yuliastuti Maria
Published: August 2023

The onslaught of social media has dominated and has become even more so during the Covid-19 pandemic. Women as spearheads of family resilience have a tough task during a pandemic. Mastery and use of social media for women is very important, especially Gen X women make a major contribution in educating children and also supporting family economic activities. The Republic of Indonesia Catholic Women's Group (WKRI) was the subject of this study. This study uses a quantitative approach to the survey method. It was found that the literacy ability of the WKRI group on the Facebook feature was high and vice versa on the Instagram feature. Some of the parts that influence them are age, education, profession, and the amount of expenses of the respondents. The duration of access does not affect literacy skills. Gen X women are still reluctant to switch to Instagram and are still comfortable using Facebook. Even though the duration of accessing Instagram and Facebook is almost the same, it doesn't guarantee the mastery of both features.
Penyebaran Berita Politik dan Partisipasi Politik Masyarakat Kota Palu di Media Sosial
Authors:   Universitas Tadulako, Herman Achmad
Published: August 2023

Today's social media has created a new dilemma. Media independency is an important component for a democratic order, however, in some contexts, citizens experience several hindrance to fully enjoy this right. Replacing conventional media channels, social media is becoming an indispensable medium for expressing and discussing politics. This research focuses on the political participation of the people of Palu City which is influenced by the presence of social media. The social media means are Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, and Telegram. This study was designed using a quantitative approach. The techniques used to collect the data include observation, questionnaires, and written documents. This research questionnaire was distributed to the people of Palu City which was carried out directly and through social media. The results of distributing the questionnaires showed that 144 respondents were willing to fill out the questionnaires. Data analysis in this study used descriptive statistics. The results of the study show that the political participation of the people in Palu City places more emphasis on spreading news or political issues on social media, especially by spreading the news or issues on sundury social media accounts, but not only that, the political participation of the people is also shown by receiving and following the news. -News and political issues on social media. The political news or issues shared on social media in this study was carried out by the public if they received news or political issues that were hotly discussed. News or issues that are disseminated are no longer managed, but are immediately distributed on various social media accounts such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, and Telegram, so it is not uncommon for news or issues to have a positive impact, it some even have an negative impact.
A Rare Blood Malignancy in a Genetic Hematological Disorder: Polycythemia Vera (PV) in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
Authors: Edwards Christopher L. , Scott Sharena , Boggan Michaela , Meek Jordan , Bryson W. Jeff , McDougald Alexandria , Broadnax Milo , Barker Camela S. , Miller Jessica , Sollers John J. , Burford Tanisha , Livingston Jonathan , Whitworth Elaine , Byrd Goldie S. , Williams Kelvin L. , Eaton Sherry , Muhammad Malik , Cliette George , Jones Dana , Downey Brianna , Dietahin Hilary T. , Turner Merrell , Thorpe Roland , Whitfield Keith , Parker Debra O. , Robinson Elwood , Wood Mary , Railey Kenyon , Sudhakar Shiv , Cubilete Wandy Morel , Shah Nirmish
Published: August 2023

Objective: To delineate the etiology, symptomatology, and treatment of Polycythemia Vera in adults with Sickle Cell Disease. The current review contains a review of the 4 case reports that we found on the topic. To our knowledge, no other case reports exist.
Methods: We reviewed the scientific literature to discover case reports that included the topic of PV. We noted consistencies in presentation, evaluation, treatment, and clinical outcomes.
Results: We reviewed 4 case reports and a limited number of clinical papers on PV in SCD. We found and reported on consistencies in clinical presentation and the diversity of treatments. We reported hematological, bone marrow, and radiographic findings.
Conclusions: There is great variability in the evaluation and treatment of cases of PV in SCD. We advocate for more research and deconstructing the complicated relationship between these two comorbid disorders.
A distant area university investigation on students' activity, learning outcomes, and responses using synchronous online reading
Authors: Nurhilaliah Nurhilaliah , Salija Kisman , Haruna Haruna Abubakar
Published: August 2023

Using synchronous online reading in the first semester of English students at a distant area university, this study proposes to determine the students' activity, learning outcomes, and responses to reading comprehension. Researchers gathered numerical data for this study to give a thorough and objective depiction of student activity, learning outcomes, and student reactions to reading comprehension. In this study, seventeen English-speaking students from a rural institution in the Indonesian region of South Sulawesi took part and were selected purposively. In an organized environment, the researchers used structured observation techniques to document particular actions or events methodically. A reading test and questionnaire were also used in this study. The reading test evaluated participants' characteristics, skills, or levels of knowledge. A questionnaire is a set of organized questions asked participants to gather their responses through the Likert scale. This study found that using synchronous online reading in a university located in a distant area has a positive effect on experiences and technology use, and it can alter how subjects are taught, how learning is carried out, and the difficulties that lecturers must overcome. Therefore, when choosing online learning that is regarded to help the learning process in the classroom, a lecturer might consider the study's findings. Future research may assess synchronous, asynchronous, and even hybrid learning in some distant area universities using large samples and a more diverse participant population
Exploring the fluency and comprehensibility of a role-play-based speaking in a tourism are university
Authors: Tandipayuk Yosabat Tinggi , Amin Fatimah Hidayahni , Abd Al-Lateef Ghada Tosson , Vargheese K. J.
Published: August 2023

This research aims to measure the performance of role-play-based speaking in a tourism area university. This research is projected to determine the student's fluency and comprehension level on role-play-based speaking in a tourism area university. This research also explores the implementation of role-play-based speaking in a tourism area university. The researchers employed exploratory research of the small sample size; twenty-nine students were selected purposively to participate in this study voluntarily. In this research, the instruments that researchers used were speaking tests and an interview guide. The speaking test is designed to measure English speaking proficiency. The speaking test focuses on students' fluency and comprehensibility levels through role-play-based speaking. The researchers used dialogue to measure the student's views on implementing role-play-based speaking; this data was obtained from the interview. The interview results were analyzed in three steps: data condensation, data display, drawing and verifying conclusion. This research demonstrates the students' level of role-play-based speaking. The result showed that role play can improve students speaking performance in fluency and comprehensibility. This research highlights the positive impact of role-play-based speaking activities in an English Tourism class. The findings suggest that students engaging in role-play exercises demonstrate good fluency and comprehensibility in spoken English. Moreover, lecturers and students benefit from this approach by gaining confidence and enjoyment in speaking. Through this exploratory research, researchers generated preliminary hypotheses, which can be further tested using other research designs like descriptive or experimental research.
EFL students' views, experiences, and expectations toward plagiarism practices in Indonesian higher education
Authors: Munandar Surahmat Agus , Nur Sahril , Asrifan Andi , Mayuuf Hussain Hameed , Patak Andi Anto
Published: August 2023

This research investigates the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students' views, experiences, and expectations toward plagiarism practices in Indonesian higher education. The researchers employed a qualitative method with a case study approach. Ten EFL students conveniently participated in this study. The data were obtained through semi-structured interviews. The data was analyzed using thematic analysis. This study showed that EFL students view plagiarism as an act of taking someone's idea, a bad habit, intentional and unintentional. EFL students' experience with plagiarism revealed that they committed plagiarism due to a lack of understanding and unfamiliarity with the plagiarism concept. Besides, the students reported being too lazy and less likely to read. EFL students expect to reduce plagiarism by being more active in reading and providing free workshop seminars, and lecturers must strictly apply the rules. Moreover, instilling self-motivation, receiving advice and feedback from the lecturer, understanding the definition of plagiarism, having the desire to read, enhancing personal awareness, doing Turnitin checker, using an application, and self-confidence were their expectations of reducing plagiarism practices.
Investigating plagiarism practices of International Class students majoring in Mathematics and Natural Sciences (MNS) in writing scientific articles
Authors: Setiawaty Puji Wahyu , Almatari Ali Said , Zita Cris T.
Published: August 2023

Plagiarism is a common problem that exists in writing scientific articles. This research investigates views of plagiarism practices by students majoring in Mathematics and Natural Science in writing a scientific article. This research is qualitative descriptive, which applies thematic analysis. The research instruments were observation checklists, documents, and interview guides. The research subjects were eight students majoring in Mathematics and Natural Sciences. This study showed that students plagiarize due to missed information, keeping original ideas, and time constraints. Missed information about plagiarism, such as not understanding what constitutes plagiarism or how to cite sources properly, can also lead to unintentional plagiarism. Keeping the sense of original ideas without proper paraphrasing can lead to plagiarism. Time constraints can be a significant factor leading to plagiarism. When students or researchers are pressured to complete assignments, papers, or projects within a limited timeframe, they may resort to unethical practices like plagiarism to meet deadlines. This research found that students of Mathematics and Natural Sciences found difficulties regarding the time constraint in translation and properly citing and referencing sources. For further research, conducting a similar topic with a large-scale sample for presenting quantitative research designs on students' attitudes toward plagiarism practices in Mathematics and Natural Sciences is recommended. The upcoming research also could investigate the level of papers’ similarity and then follow up through training to avoid plagiarism
Teaching materials development of role-play game-enhanced English vocabulary acquisition in primary school
Authors: Talib Ahmad , Abdullah Abdullah , Maman Mayong
Published: August 2023

This research aims to develop teaching materials using role-play game-enhanced English vocabulary acquisition in primary school. This research was conducted in one of the outstanding primary schools in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. This study is formative research—developmental research to improve design theory for designing teaching practices or processes. The development of the material was based on three important steps: preliminary study, development, and validation by experts in learning and teaching materials. Before developing the teaching materials, the syllabus should be made to support the development of the teaching materials. The teaching material was developed based on the teaching objectives with the topics or themes related to the student's daily life. After developing the material, the material was evaluated by two experts in learning and teaching materials. The evaluation was done by giving the prototype of the teaching material and validation sheet to the experts. The result of the study is the teaching material of basic English vocabulary based on the role-play technique for the pupils. It was found that this developed material was categorized as good based on the evaluation of the experts of the learning materials. The basic English vocabulary teaching materials, lesson plans, and teaching materials were designed based on the needs of the students. It was discovered after analyzing the data. It is intended that because the contents of the materials apply to the student's everyday lives, they can read and comprehend them. Role-playing techniques are also used in the creation of instructional materials. For the pupils, this technique is engaging and enjoyable. However, the teaching material still needs to be developed regarding the content, language use, and appearance.
A novel SATB1 protein isoform with different biophysical properties
Authors: Zelenka Tomas , Papamatheakis Dionysios-Alexandros , Tzerpos Petros , Panagopoulos Giorgos , Tsolis Konstantinos C. , Papadakis Vassilis M. , Mariatos Metaxas Dimitris , Papadogkonas George , Mores Eleftherios , Kapsetaki Manouela , Papamatheakis Joseph , Stanek David , Spilianakis Charalampos
Published: August 2023

Intra-thymic T cell development is coordinated by the regulatory actions of SATB1 genome organizer. In this report, we show that SATB1 is involved in the regulation of transcription and splicing, both of which displayed deregulation inSatb1knockout murine thymocytes. More importantly, we characterized a novel SATB1 protein isoform and described its distinct biophysical behavior, implicating potential functional differences compared to the commonly studied isoform. SATB1 utilized its prion-like domains to transition through liquid-like states to aggregated structures. This behavior was dependent on protein concentration as well as phosphorylation and interaction with nuclear RNA. Notably, the long SATB1 isoform was more prone to aggregate following phase separation. Thus, the tight regulation of SATB1 isoforms expression levels alongside with protein post-translational modifications, are imperative for SATB1’s mode of action in T cell development. Our data indicate that deregulation of these processes may also be linked to disorders such as cancer.
Estimating axon radius using diffusion-relaxation MRI: calibrating a surface-based relaxation model with histology
Authors: Barakovic Muhamed , Pizzolato Marco , Tax Chantal M. W. , Rudrapatna Umesh , Magon Stefano , Dyrby Tim B. , Granziera Cristina , Thiran Jean-Philippe , Jones Derek K. , Canales-Rodríguez Erick J.
Published: August 2023

Axon radius is a potential biomarker for brain diseases and a crucial tissue microstructure parameter that determines the speed of action potentials. Diffusion MRI (dMRI) allows non-invasive estimation of axon radius, but accurately estimating the radius of axons in the human brain is challenging. Most axons in the brain have a radius below one micrometer, which falls below the sensitivity limit of dMRI signals even when using the most advanced human MRI scanners. Therefore, new MRI methods that are sensitive to small axon radii are needed. In this proof-of-concept investigation, we examine whether a surface-based axonal relaxation process could mediate a relationship between intra-axonal T2 and T1 times and inner axon radius, as measured using postmortem histology. A unique in vivo human diffusion-T1-T2 relaxation dataset was acquired on a 3T MRI scanner with ultra-strong diffusion gradients, using a strong diffusion-weighting (i.e., b = 6,000 s/mm2) and multiple inversion and echo times. A second reduced diffusion-T2 dataset was collected at various echo times to evaluate the model further. The intra-axonal relaxation times were estimated by fitting a diffusion-relaxation model to the orientation-averaged spherical mean signals. Our analysis revealed that the proposed surface-based relaxation model effectively explains the relationship between the estimated relaxation times and the histological axon radius measured in various corpus callosum regions. Using these histological values, we developed a novel calibration approach to predict axon radius in other areas of the corpus callosum. Notably, the predicted radii and those determined from histological measurements were in close agreement.
Immune microenvironment profiling of normal appearing colorectal mucosa biopsied over repeat patient visits reproducibly separates lynch syndrome patients based on their history of colon cancer
Authors: Brand Rhonda M. , Dudley Beth , Karloski Eve , Zyhowski Ashley , Raphael Rebecca , Pitlor Danielle , Metter E. Jeffrey , Pai Reet , Lee Kenneth , Brand Randall E. , Uttam Shikhar
Published: August 2023

Introduction

Lynch syndrome (LS) is the most common hereditary cause of colorectal cancer (CRC), increasing lifetime risk of CRC by up to 70%. Despite this higher lifetime risk, disease penetrance in LS patients is highly variable and most LS patients undergoing CRC surveillance will not develop CRC. Therefore, biomarkers that can correctly and consistently predict CRC risk in LS patients are needed to both optimize LS patient surveillance and help identify better prevention strategies that reduce risk of CRC development in the subset of high-risk LS patients.

Methods

Normal-appearing colorectal tissue biopsies were obtained during repeat surveillance colonoscopies of LS patients with and without a history of CRC, healthy controls (HC), and patients with a history of sporadic CRC. Biopsies were cultured in an ex-vivo explant system and their supernatants were assayed via multiplexed ELISA to profile the local immune signaling microenvironment. High quality cytokines were identified using the rxCOV fidelity metric. These cytokines were used to perform elastic-net penalized logistic regression-based biomarker selection by computing a new measure – overall selection probability – that quantifies the ability of each marker to discriminate between patient cohorts being compared.

Results

Our study demonstrated that cytokine based local immune microenvironment profiling was reproducible over repeat visits and sensitive to patient LS-status and CRC history. Furthermore, we identified sets of cytokines whose differential expression was predictive of LS-status in patients when compared to sporadic CRC patients and in identifying those LS patients with or without a history of CRC. Enrichment analysis based on these biomarkers revealed an LS and CRC status dependent constitutive inflammatory state of the normal appearing colonic mucosa.

Discussion

This prospective pilot study demonstrated that immune profiling of normal appearing colonic mucosa discriminates LS patients with a prior history of CRC from those without it, as well as patients with a history of sporadic CRC from HC. Importantly, it suggests the existence of immune signatures specific to LS-status and CRC history. We anticipate that our findings have the potential to assess CRC risk in individuals with LS and help in preemptively mitigating it by optimizing surveillance and identifying candidate prevention targets. Further studies are required to validate our findings in an independent cohort of LS patients over multiple visits.
Associations between colorectal cancer risk and dietary intake of tomato, tomato products, and lycopene: evidence from a prospective study of 101,680 US adults
Authors: Jiang Zongze , Chen Huilin , Li Ming , Wang Wei , Long Feiwu , Fan Chuanwen
Published: August 2023

Background

Previous epidemiological studies have yielded inconsistent results regarding the effects of dietary tomato, tomato products, and lycopene on the incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC), possibly due to variations in sample sizes and study designs.

Methods

The current study used multivariable Cox regression, subgroup analyses, and restricted cubic spline functions to investigate correlations between CRC incidence and mortality and raw tomato, tomato salsa, tomato juice, tomato catsup, and lycopene intake, as well as effect modifiers and nonlinear dose-response relationships in 101,680 US adults from the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial.

Results

During follow-up 1100 CRC cases and 443 CRC-specific deaths occurred. After adjustment for confounding variables, high consumption of tomato salsa was significantly associated with a reduced risk of CRC incidence (hazard ratio comparing the highest category with the lowest category 0.8, 95% confidence interval 0.65–0.99, p for trend = 0.039), but not with a reduced risk of CRC mortality. Raw tomatoes, tomato juice, tomato catsup, and lycopene consumption were not significantly associated with CRC incidence or CRC mortality. No potential effect modifiers or nonlinear associations were detected, indicating the robustness of the results.

Conclusion

In the general US population a higher intake of tomato salsa is associated with a lower CRC incidence, suggesting that tomato salsa consumption has beneficial effects in terms of cancer prevention, but caution is warranted when interpreting these findings. Further prospective studies are needed to evaluate its potential effects in other populations.
QTL mapping and stability analysis of trichome density in zucchini (Cucurbita pepo L.)
Authors: Wang Yunli , Wang Guichao , Lin Dongjuan , Luo Qinfen , Xu Wenlong , Qu Shuping
Published: August 2023

Trichomes provide an excellent model for studying cell differentiation and proliferation. The aboveground tissues of plants with long dense trichomes (LDTs) can cause skin itching in people working in a zucchini field, in which management, pollination, and fruit harvesting are difficult. In this study, an F2 population was constructed with the LDT inbred line “16” and the sparse micro trichome (SMT) inbred line “63” for QTL analysis of type I and II trichome density. Two QTLs were identified on chromosomes 3 and 15 using the QTL-seq method. Additionally, 191 InDel markers were developed on 20 chromosomes, a genetic map was constructed for QTL mapping, and three QTLs were identified on chromosomes 3, 6, and 15. Two QTLs, CpTD3.1 and CpTD15.1, were identified in both QTL-seq and genetic map-based QTL analyses, and CpTD15.1 was the major-effect QTL. The stability of CpTD3.1 and CpTD15.1 was confirmed using data from F2 plants under different environmental conditions. The major-effect QTL CpTD15.1 was located between markers chr15-4991349 and chr15-5766791, with a physical distance of 775.44 kb, and explained 12.71%–29.37% of the phenotypic variation observed in the three environments. CpTD3.1 was located between markers chr3-218350 and chr3-2891236, in a region with a physical distance of 2,672.89 kb, and explained 5.00%–10.64% of the phenotypic variation observed in the three environments. The functional annotations of the genes within the CpTD15.1 region were predicted, and five genes encoding transcription factors regulating trichome development were selected. Cp4.1LG15g04400 encoded zinc finger protein (ZFP) and harbored nonsynonymous SNPs in the conserved ring finger domain between the two parental lines. There were significant differences in Cp4.1LG15g04400 expression between “16” and “63”, and a similar pattern was found between germplasm resources of LDT lines and SMT lines. It was presumed that Cp4.1LG15g04400 might regulate trichome density in zucchini. These results lay a foundation for better understanding the density of multicellular nonglandular trichomes and the regulatory mechanism of trichome density in zucchini.
Becoming women: period. Perceptions of barriers and facilitators to menstrual hygiene management programs for Pakistani girls
Authors: Proff Alexandria Alisa , Fatima Surhan , Limón Mónica Lorena Sánchez
Published: August 2023

Discussions on and around menstruation are often considered a cultural taboo in many parts of Pakistan. Mostly, individuals avoid discussing menstruation and lack awareness about its related health and hygiene issues. Sexual health education is entangled in a complex myriad of social and cultural stigmas. Limited knowledge and lack of access to menstrual health management (MHM) resources decrease the self-confidence of girl students and lead to reluctance to seek help or advice. This quantitative study aimed to gain a deeper understanding of the intersectionality of the influences leading to barriers and facilitators of access to the MHM program in a public school in the Hyderabad district and utilize this information to construct a framework for evaluation of the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) in Schools program. This study sampled all girls' elementary and higher secondary schools in the Hyderabad district. Due to the limitations of time and access during the global COVID-19 pandemic, the researchers collected data from more than 100 school leaders and teachers regarding the MHM facilities in their schools through an online self-administered survey. The data were then analyzed in SPSS for frequencies, mean scores, and standard deviation. The results suggest that school leaders and teachers of the Hyderabad district perceive MHM facilities to be significantly low in terms of both resources and policies. Schools worldwide are introducing life skills, hygiene, good health, and wellness subjects. Pakistan needs to change its educational policy for the welfare of women, who comprise a magnanimous 48.54% of its population. Moreover, with the planning and implementation of programs such as WASH in Schools (WinS), the perceptions of barriers and facilitators to MHM facilities in Pakistan must be studied to fight the taboo and raise awareness about the same.
Breathalyzer for enterprise access control system
Authors:   St. Petersburg State Forestry University named after S. M. Kirov, Department of Forestry, Grigoreva O. I. , Nikolaeva F. V. ,   Arctic State Agrotechnological University, Department of "Technology and equipment of the forest complex"
Published: August 2023

Despite the generally positive dynamics of reducing alcohol consumption in the Russian Federation, the problem of accidents and damage to machinery and equipment due to the drunken state of workers remains relevant, including for enterprises of the forest industry. A number of large and medium-sized timber enterprises have been using breathalyzers for walk-throughs for quite a long time, noting at the same time a significant improve in the situation with labor discipline, and, as a result, with a decrease in the number of accidents and emergency equipment failures. In the article, based on the materials of the company LLC "BREATHALYZER" (St. Petersburg), the possibilities of integrating the breathalyzer into the access control system, the principles of its operation, and the experience of industrial use are considered.
Elements of safety and environmental friendliness in the design of a transport scheme for the development of a forest resource base
Authors:   Siberian Federal University, Dudin P. O. , Mokhirev A. P. ,   Siberian Federal University
Published: August 2023

The safety factors of production processes and processes for the design of highways are considered. The levels of hazardous and harmful production factors in open areas, in industrial premises and at the workplaces of logging, sawmilling and woodworking enterprises were studied. Conclusions are made on ensuring traffic safety on highways. Ecological aspects of the design and construction of logging roads are considered. The main factors affecting the state of the environment and measures to reduce the harmful effects of road construction are noted. A rational way to prevent the influence of traffic noise is presented.
The New Digital [St]age: Barriers to the Adoption and Adaptation of New Technologies to Deliver Extension Programming and How to Address Them
Authors: Seger Jamie
Published: August 2023

With the rise of social media and the need for statewide program cohesiveness, The Ohio State University Extension has the opportunity to position itself as a catalyst for technology adoption and adaptation nationwide. Unfortunately, many barriers exist to the successful use and implementation of technology, including an organizational structure that does not cater to the short turn-around new technologies demand and ideological generational divides among all who are affected by the organization. In order to allow new technologies to positively affect Extension programming, we must first break through such barriers with a powerful combination of enlightened knowledge and hands-on training.
Extension Learners' Use of Electronic Technology
Authors: Guenthner Joseph , Swan Benjamin
Published: August 2023

Extension clientele use electronic technology for entertainment, communication, and business. Educational programs that use electronic technology can enhance learning. To learn more about use of electronic technology among Extension clientele, we surveyed 80 university students and 135 potato farmers. We found that the farmers were likely to use more technology than the students were. We also found that younger people used more technology and that awareness of technology and source of news were other significant variables. One implication for Extension practitioners is that use of electronic technology by farmers should not be underestimated.
Helping Clientele Understand Elements of the Local Economy Through Input-Output Modeling
Authors: Blaine Tom , Elizey Nancy , Davis Gregory
Published: August 2023

Extension clientele often seek assistance from Community Development professionals in understanding how their local economies operate. Provision of local economic data has long been an important role for Extension. But many of the questions clientele raise require substantial analysis of this data. This article demonstrates how an input-output model (IMPLAN) can be used to describe a local economy with considerable precision. The model is appropriate for estimating the economic impacts of current or proposed activities. We include estimations of impacts of initial job losses stemming from the recent recession as well as impacts of a long-term plan for economic recovery.
Factors Influencing Adoption and Implementation of Cooking With Kids, An Experiential School-Based Nutrition Education Curriculum
Authors: Diker Ann , Walters Lynn , Sabo Leslie , Baker Susan
Published: August 2023

Little research has been conducted to examine factors leading to adoption and implementation of nutrition education curricula. Data from two Web-based surveys (n = 313) and 27 interviews were used to explore how Diffusion of Innovations' perceived attributes contributed to adoption and implementation of Cooking with Kids (CWK) food and nutrition education curriculum. Results suggest programs that create or adapt nutrition education curricula for use in schools should emphasize experiential methods and ease of use to increase adoption and implementation. Perceived simplicity predicted intended use. Ensuring that users have adequate information and planning time to overcome barriers is essential.
Preferred Educational Delivery Strategies Among Limited Income Older Adults Enrolled in Community Nutrition Education Programs
Authors: Parker Stephany , Powell Laura , Hermann Janice , Phelps Joshua
Published: August 2023

The study reported here explored educational delivery preference of limited income older Oklahomans. Sixty participants 60 years or older enrolled in Community Nutrition Education Programs observed three educational delivery strategies and participated in a group discussion. Two researchers independently coded focus group transcripts and frequency counts to identify common themes and patterns related to preferred educational delivery. Findings indicate that educational delivery preference was rooted in the inclusion of experiential and relational aspects of the presentations. A combination of preferences for educational delivery strategies was noted, supporting the use of multiple educational strategies when developing Extension programs for older adults.
Now They Know: Helping New Mothers Gain Parenting Knowledge and Become Aware of Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Programming
Authors: Futris Ted , Stone Marissa
Published: August 2023

The Guide for New Parents is a cross-programmatic educational resource developed to help new mothers adjust to parenting and learn about Family and Consumer Sciences Extension (FACS) programming. Approximately 8,600 new mothers were reached, and responses from a diverse and representative sample of mothers revealed that this resource was perceived as useful and promoted public awareness of FACS Extension. Future educational resources that integrate content across Extension programs for targeted audiences can be useful in building greater public awareness and utilization of the various resources available from Extension
Extension's Progress in the Paperless Revolution: Balancing Digital and Paper
Authors: Ashby Lacie
Published: August 2023

This article examines the theory of a paperless workplace and its possible implementation in Extension, based on the advantages and disadvantages involved. Despite decades of discussion, many organizations, including Extension, have still failed to fully implement a paperless system. Paper is an integral part of our work; however, with budgetary cutbacks and the "going green" move, we need to reevaluate our dependency on hard copy documents. Consider the benefits of a paperless workplace and impacts of implementation for Extension and the community we serve.
Preparing Volunteers to Meet the Developmental Needs of Youth Audiences
Authors: McQuitty Lynn , Smith Martin , Young Jane
Published: August 2023

4-H volunteers and staff are often faced with providing educational programs and opportunities for youth with wide ranges of age and ability. To address this challenge, researchers from the University of California Cooperative Extension developed and tested a Best Practices Matrix that outlines domain-specific, age-appropriate characteristics of youth and their applications to 4-H programming. Post-implementation surveys that included six forced-response and five open-ended questions were collected from 48 adult volunteers who attended volunteer development workshops. Outcomes indicated that participants improved their understanding of youths' developmental characteristics and how to use the matrix to help improve their project and activities.
So, You Want To Move Out?!—An Awareness Program of the Real Costs of Moving Away From Home
Authors: Hines Steven , Hansen Lyle , Falen Chirsti
Published: August 2023

The So, You Want To Move Out?! program was developed to help teens explore the financial realities of moving away from home. This 3-day camp program allows youth the opportunity to interview for a job, work, earn a paycheck, and pay financial obligations. After paying expenses and trying to put some money away in savings, the participants begin to grasp the difficulty of meeting day-to-day living expenses. Based on the evaluation, participants gained at least a basic knowledge of the concept of living within their means. The goal of the program is to increase youth financial literacy.
A Reduction of Risk Behaviors Through Teen Interactive Theater Education (TITE)
Authors: McDonald Daniel , Williams Lela , Carter Ruth
Published: August 2023

This article provides a brief overview of the Teen Interactive Theater Education (TITE) curriculum, the theory behind its inception, and the expected outcomes. TITE is an innovative positive youth development program that engages young people in the consideration of pertinent topics in today's society through the use of experiential activities such as writing and performing skits about avoidance of risky behaviors. The program is grounded in the six elements of positive youth development and reflects the nine principles of effective prevention programs. Preliminary evaluation results indicate significant changes in the desired direction for interpersonal skills.
Workplace Issues in Extension—A Delphi Study of Extension Educators
Authors: Kroth Michael , Peutz Joey
Published: August 2023

Using the Delphi technique, expert Extension educators identified and prioritized those workplace issues they believe will be the most important to attract, motivate, and retain Extension educators/agents over the next 5 to 7 years. Obtaining and then utilizing a talented, highly motivated workforce during a period when many will be retiring will depend upon thoughtful long-range planning by Extension leadership.
Can I Breathe Yet? Reflections on My First Year in Extension
Authors: Myers Phillipa
Published: August 2023

Gain insight into the rewards and challenges of Extension through the eyes of a novice 4-H agent. Exhilarating yet exhausting, a whirlwind of opportunities, issues, and adjustments confront new Extension personnel as they acclimate to the unique Extension environment and lifestyle. There are lessons discussed here that will advise both new personnel and their supervisors about life in our world of Extension from the novice perspective.