bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Texto, silencio y performance sonoro. La poética en tránsito de Verónica Gerber Bicecci
Authors: González Aktories Susana
Published: July 2024

Verónica Gerber Bicecci se define como “artista visual que escribe”, por lo que no asombra que en su obra se tematicen las relaciones de texto e imagen. Es posible también reconocer en su trabajo el interés sostenido que tiene en el sonido y la enunciación. Este artículo propone un recorrido en el que se parte del silencio, para pasar a la representación de la voz, hasta llegar a sus performances más recientes. Además de los recursos intermediales, en el presente análisis se reconoce el diálogo que la autora establece con artistas y obras contemporáneas, a través de distintas estrategias de reapropiación y de comentario. Todo ello como parte de sus procesos creativos, donde es posible reconocer su postura estética y aun ideológica.
Vegetative propagation of Bagoadlau (Xanthosthemon philippinensis Merr.) using indolebutyric acid
Authors: Romano Romel S. , Vallesteros Shierel F. , Pascua Romnick L.
Published: July 2024

The research investigated the vegetative propagation of Bagoadlau (Xanthosthemon philippinensis Merr.) stem cuttings using different concentrations of indolebutyric acid (IBA). Pretreated cuttings were planted in polyethylene bags and observed in a fully covered chamber for 45 days. The study employed a single trial of completely randomized design (CRD) with five treatments (500 ppm, 100 ppm, 1,500 ppm, and 2000 ppm), each replicated four times. Results indicated significant variations among treatment means in terms of percent shooting, shoot length, percent rooting, number and length of adventitious roots, and percent callusing. Notably, 500 ppm and 1,500 ppm demonstrated the highest outcomes in percent shooting, shoot length, percent survival, measurement of adventitious roots, count of roots, and percentage of rooting. In contrast, the survival percentage of T2 (500 ppm) displayed the highest rate and consistent performance compared to other treatments. Hence, the study recommends using 500 ppm and 1,500 ppm for effective rooting of Bagoadlau (Xanthosthemon philippinensis Merr.) stem cuttings. The successful propagation of native species like Bagoadlau is particularly relevant to ecosystem restoration efforts in regions marked by land degradation and mining activities. The study addresses several crucial aspects by successfully establishing Bagoadlau on such lands. This includes the restoration of native biodiversity, improved soil, and water quality through stabilizing soil, preventing erosion, and acting as a natural filtration system.
Landslide susceptibility mapping in East Ungaran, Indonesia: A comparative study using statistical methods
Authors: Maulana Deviana Shinta , Indrawan I Gde Budi , Warmada I Wayan
Published: July 2024

East Ungaran, is one of landslide prone areas in Semarang Regency, Indonesia. In addition to provide a more detail map of landslide susceptibility, the objective of this research was to compare performance of three widely used methods, which are the Weight of Evidence (WoE), Logistic Regression (LR) and combined Weight of Evidence (WoE) – Logistic Regression (LR), for landslide susceptibility mapping. Slope, elevation, lithology, land use, normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI), distance from lineament, distance from river, and distance from road were considered as landslide controlling parameters in the research area and were used as input variables in the landslide susceptibility zonation. The results showed that the slope, elevation, and distance from the road are significant parameters causing the landslides. The research area is divided into very low, low, moderate, and high landslide susceptibility zones. The WoE performs better than the LR, while the combined WoE-LR method performs the best among the three methods in predicting landslide susceptibility in this area. The landslide susceptibility map developed using the combined WoE-LR method is suggested to be used for landslide mitigation planning of this area.
Post-mined reclamation condition assessment by Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI)
Authors: Triwibowo Didik , Elma Muthia , Suhartono Eko , Riduan Rony
Published: July 2024

Post-mined reclamation is an essential phase in coal mining operations, ensuring that the ex-mining area can function again according to its intended purpose in the future. This study aimed to elucidate the differences in planting years of post-mined reclamation at a coal mine in the Paringin area, South Kalimantan, Indonesia, and compared them to undisturbed areas for the years 2003 and 2023. NDVI was used for land cover analysis based on the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resource Regulation, and the ultimate criterion for 100% success in post-mined reclamation is vegetation canopy coverage. The NDVI results showed an improvement in NDVI values for the post-mined reclamation area from 2003 to 2023, indicating an improvement in land cover due to the revegetation process. In 2023, the NDVI results of the post-mined reclamation for eight and twenty years of tree planting showed NDVI values of 0.6-0.7 (moderate vegetation). However, the results of field observations of the twenty-year post-mined reclamation tree condition indicate the non-survival of fast-growing tree species, such as Albizia chinensis. The composition of fast-growing and local tree species, with a minimum proportion of 60:40, and systematic tree distribution across the post-mined reclamation area are required to maintain canopy coverage of the post-mined reclamation area in the long term. Fast-growing tree species, as pioneers, have short to medium life periods. Therefore, the ultimate criterion for 100% success in post-mined reclamation for canopy coverage should be based on local tree species, serving as the basis for releasing the reclamation bond.
Groundwater quality assessment in different volcanic rocks using water quality index in the tropical area, Indonesia
Authors: Hendrayana Heru , Riyanto Indra Agus , Ismayuni Novia , Nuha Azmin , Muhammad Azwar Satrya , Fadillah Arif
Published: July 2024

Groundwater is the main water source that is most widely used in the world, one of which is in Indonesia. One of the uses of groundwater is for consumption needs. Therefore, the groundwater used should have good water quality. For this reason, this study aimed to determine groundwater quality in Indonesia during the dry season and make recommendations for groundwater management policies. A total of 211 groundwater samples taken from springs, drilled wells, and dug wells spread across volcanic areas on the islands of Sumatra, Java, Bali, and Sulawesi were collected to test their quality in this research. The method used in this research consisted of 4 analyses: WHO threshold analysis, Piper Diagram, Water Quality Index (WQI), and statistical correlation and regression. Based on the analysis, it was discovered that 47 K+ samples, 1 Na+ sample, 5 Ca2+ samples, 1 Cl- sample, 115 HCO3- samples, 3 TDS samples, and 3 pH samples exceeded WHO standards. The results of the Piper triangle diagram analysis showed that the majority of groundwater in Indonesia falls into the Unpolluted Groundwater classification (categories D and G), and the results of the WQI analysis also showed that 98% of the groundwater in Indonesia analyzed falls into the excellent and good water categories. The results of statistical analysis of the parameters K+, Na+, Mg2+, Ca2+, SO42-, Cl-, HCO3-, TDS, and pH showed that all these parameters are strongly and positively correlated with the WQI value.
Perceptions on the environmental impacts of illegal river sand mining in the Limpopo Province, South Africa
Authors: Rapholo Maropene Tebello Dinah , Rampedi Isaac Tebogo , Sengani Fhatuwani
Published: July 2024

Illegal river sand mining in regions like the Limpopo Province poses severe threats to ecosystems and communities. Nevertheless, the community's perspectives concerning these effects have not been determined. Thus, the aim of the investigation was to assess community perceptions regarding the environmental consequences linked to river sand mining in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. The study employed mixed methods to acquire the primary data. The quantitative data were acquired using questionnaires; meanwhile, the qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interviews from various respondents. The demographic profile of the respondents indicated a predominantly male population, with a majority lacking formal qualifications. Additionally, the prevalence of very high unemployment rates in the area seemed to influence participation in the activity. Consequently, some perceived it as an economic opportunity to generate income for their sustenance. It has been found that as developments increase, the demand for river sand increases as well, leading to a high extraction rate of sand. Lastly, the extraction of the resources was found to be un-regulated or controlled; therefore, it is concluded that unregulated extraction of these resources resulted in a high extraction rate and environmental crises such as un-rehabilitated pits, water pollution, land pollution, among others. It is therefore recommended that collaborative efforts among relevant authorities to enforce stringent regulations and penalties. Equally vital are public awareness campaigns, which can play a pivotal role in educating communities about the environmental repercussions of illegal sand mining.
Biodegradation of sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) contamination by Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates
Authors: AL-Zamili Hussein Ali Awadh , Al-Mayaly Ithar Kamil
Published: July 2024

Sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) is a surfactant commonly used in the formulation of detergents, which is typically disposed of in wastewater treatment plants. The current study describes the effectiveness of bacteria isolated from Iraqi wastewater to remove SLES. 16S rRNA genetic analysis revealed that this strain is Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Three temperatures (30, 35, and 40oC) and pH values (5,7, and 9) were chosen for this study, and three concentrations of SLES (25, 50, and 100 mg/L) were used. The SLES anionic surfactant showed that the best biodegradation by Pseudomonas aeruginosa was at a temperature of 30oC and both pH 7 and 9, while the removal percentages for them were 98.44% and 96.36%, respectively, at 25 mg/L of SLES. The outcomes of this study revealed the potential and significance of SLES removal in actual effluents by aerobic biodegradation. The ability of this bacterium to degrade SLES makes the bacterium an important tool for bioremediation.
Above-ground carbon stock in rehabilitated and unrehabilitated mined areas in Mogpog, Marinduque, Philippines
Authors: Mante Katrine Mae B. , Cadiz Nina M.
Published: July 2024

Economic, social, and ecological aspects of the environment are all impacted differently by mining in different parts of the world. When mining activities end and leave the area bare, rehabilitation and revegetation are required to minimize the impacts of mining in general. By fixing carbon in tree biomass, these interventions have a positive effect on increasing carbon storage. Measuring carbon stock is essential to evaluating the effectiveness of these interventions. This study was conducted in an inactive mining area in Marinduque, Philippines. Plots for sampling were created in areas that were not yet undergoing rehabilitation as well as those that were. The above-ground carbon stock and biomass were estimated using the allometric equation provided by IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) and Sourcebook for Land Use, Land-Use Change and Forestry Projects as references, respectively. The results for areas undergoing rehabilitation and those that were not indicated 4.297 t/ha and 0.0509 t/ha, respectively. The former has an above-ground carbon stock of 2.1485 t/ha, and the latter has 0.2545 t/ha. This shows a successful increase in biomass and carbon stock in the area undergoing rehabilitation. This comparison suggests that rehabilitation and revegetation should be implemented in mining areas to help mitigate the impacts of mining while also sequestering carbon. Policies and activities that will protect the current rehabilitation efforts and expand this rehabilitation to other inactive mining areas should be incorporated for future research.
Tourism in the Times of The COVID-19 Pandemic in Scientific Research
Authors:   Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Roman Michał , Bieńkowska-Gołasa Wioletta ,   Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Kawęcki Norbert ,   Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin
Published: July 2024

Goal – the aim of the article was to review the current literature in the field of tourism during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research methodology – data for the analysis were collected from the Web of Science database from 2020–2023 – a total of 1,246 bibliometric records of publications. Score/results – the article is based on quantitative and qualitative analysis. Originality/value – one should also bear in mind the limitations of the conducted research, which mainly concern the methodological part. They include the selected publication database and search criteria, such as the year or language of the publication.
Working with Existential Inquiries in Art Therapy and Expressive Arts Therapy
Authors: Alsharawneh Zoya A. ,   Moscow Institute of Psychoanalysis
Published: July 2024

The article discusses methods of working with existential inquiries within the framework of Art therapy and Expressive Arts therapy. The author analyzes the effectiveness of various approaches and techniques used in these therapy methods to help clients in the process of actualizing existential crises, making sense of their existence, personal growth, and addressing life problems. The article explores concepts of Expressive Arts therapy psychotherapy, the psychology of meaning in life, and therapy through practical use. Practical recommendations for working with clients using art therapy and intermodal expressive arts therapy are offered, and an analysis of effectiveness factors, advantages and disadvantages is carried out. Utilizing art therapy and intermodal expressive arts therapy, among other modalities, to address existential issues proves to be a significant and impactful approach in providing support and guidance to clients. The visibility, accessibility, and resourcefulness inherent in these approaches are key advantages for individuals seeking to explore and comprehend their own meanings and experiences.
Methods of Cognitive and Contextual Behavioral Areas of Psychotherapy in the Discourse of Conscious Living and Working with Emotional Dysregulation
Authors: Skorkina Ekaterina S. ,   All-Russian Professional Psychotherapeutic League
Published: July 2024

Emotional dysregulation is a pathological condition characterized by insufficient or inadequate regulation of emotions. It can manifest itself as excessive intensity and duration of emotional reactions, as well as difficulties in managing and maintaining emotional stability. People with emotional dysregulation often feel an internal conflict between opposing desires and needs. For example, they may simultaneously strive for intimacy with other people and fear rejection, or strive for independence, autonomy in relationships, and, at the same time, fear the loss of attention to themselves and support. The article reviews modern scientifically evidence-based areas of cognitive and contextual behavioral psychotherapy based on the processes of awareness to work with emotional regulation; specific exercises are provided to work with cognitive distortions that lead to dysfunctional thoughts; visualization practice for working with cognitive division is demonstrated; introduces the concept of radical acceptance.
Personalized total knee arthroplasty in patients with extra-articular deformities
Authors: Beckers Gautier , Kiss Marc-Olivier , Massé Vincent , Malavolta Michele , Vendittoli Pascal-André
Published: July 2024

Over the years, with a better understanding of knee anatomy and biomechanics, superior implant designs, advanced surgical techniques, and the availability of precision tools such as robotics and navigation, a more personalized approach to total knee arthroplasty (TKA) has emerged.

In the presence of extra-articular deformities, performing personalized TKA can be more challenging and specific considerations are required, since one has to deal with an acquired pathological anatomy.

Performing personalized TKA surgery in patients with extra-articular deformities, the surgeon can: (1) resurface the joint, omitting the extra-articular deformity; (2) partially compensate the extra-articular deformity with intra-articular correction (hybrid technique), or (3) correct the extra-articular deformity combined with a joint resurfacing TKA (single stage or two-stage procedure).

Omitting the acquired lower limb malalignment by resurfacing the knee has the advantages of respecting the joint surface anatomy and preserving soft tissue laxities. On the other hand, it maintains pathological joint load and lower limb kinematics with potentially detrimental outcomes.

The hybrid technique can be performed in most cases. It circumvents complications associated with osteotomies and brings lower limb axes closer to native alignment. On the other hand, it creates some intra-articular imbalances, which may require soft tissue releases and/or constrained implants.

Correcting the extra-articular deformity (through an osteotomy) in conjunction with joint resurfacing TKA represents the only true kinematic alignment technique, as it aims to reproduce native knee laxity and overall lower limb axis.
Morphometric identification of Bursa Oynarı pigeon varieties
Authors: Simsek Ulku Gulcihan , Altundal Burak , Akarsu Selcukhan , Karadag Resul
Published: July 2024

Aim: This study was carried out to make morphometric identification of male and female individuals of Karabaş, Yaşmaklı, Muskalı, Kalaça and Beyaz genotypes in Bursa Oynarı pigeons. Materials and Methods: For this purpose, a total of 100 pigeons, 10 females and 10 males, 12-14 months from each genotype, were examined. Results: : The Oynar breed's average live weight was determined to be 306.27±1.32 g. Average body weights for males and females, genotypes, and gender x genotypes were discovered to be similar (p>0.05). Males were found to have longer heads (p<0.05), but there was no statistically significant difference between males and females in terms of other body traits (p>0.05). Different averages were determined in the genotypes in terms of beak length, beak depth, trunk length, body length, wing length, chest circumference, chest depth, and tail length (p<0.05). In general, the averages were lower in the Yaşmaklı genotype than in other genotypes, and higher in the Beyaz and Muskalı genotypes (p<0.05). The interaction between gender and genotypes was significant in beak depth (p<0.001). Conclusion: As a result, it was anticipated that the characteristics detected for the first time in the Oynar breed varieties would contribute to the definition of this breed. It was also estimated that differences in the body structures of the varieties may impact their flight characteristics, and the findings on this subject will attract the attention of pigeon breeders. Considering their body structures, it was determined that the Kalaça, Muskalı, and Beyaz genotypes may have superior characteristics in terms of flight time, and the Yaşmaklı genotype may have superior characteristics in terms of flight speed.
Diffusion kinetics in a multicomponent thermodynamic system at small deviations from the equilibrium state
Authors: Bobyr S. , Odqvist J.
Published: July 2024

The theory of diffusion processes in solids has achieved significant results in recent decades, but the development of methods for calculating diffusion in a multicomponent thermodynamic system is still an urgent task. Problems of diffusion in solid and liquid solutions with small deviations from the equilibrium state, or fluctuations, are of significant interest. The work develops a general methodology for calculating diffusion flows in a multicomponent thermodynamic system for small deviations from the equilibrium state. A connection has been established between the mechanical approach to the analysis of generalized systems and the phenomenological equations of nonequilibrium thermodynamics. Examples are given of the use of the developed methodology for the analysis of carbide transformations in chromium steel.
Investigation of optical and electrophysical properties of Mn4Si7 coatings of different thickness
Authors: Igamov B.D. , Bekpulatov I.R. , Imanova G.T. , Kamardin A.I. , Normurodov D.A.
Published: July 2024

Studies of Mn4Si7 coatings of different thicknesses have shown that magnetron deposition practically does not change the composition of the coating in comparison with the composition of the target. The technology and basic modes of creating the necessary targets for a magnetron sputtering device are presented. Targets were created by adding silicon and manganese powders in the required amount and heating them under vacuum conditions at high temperature and pressure. Thin silicide films (coatings) of different thicknesses were formed on the surface of silicon dioxide from the produced targets using the method of magnetron sputtering. Studies of the transmission, absorption, and reflection coefficients of coatings in the visible region of the spectrum have shown that for the Mn4Si7 coating, the reflection coefficient is practically the same at all wavelengths. It was found that the Seebeck coefficient varies from 16 µV/K to 22 µV/K, and the resistance decreases from 77 Ω to 20 Ω with increasing thickness of the thin Mn4Si7 coating.
Features of the wave structure of the mesosphere from observations of noctilucent clouds
Authors: НИКОЛАШКИН С.В. , КОЛТОВСКОЙ И.И. , АММОСОВА А.М.
Published: July 2024

Термодинамическое состояние атмосферы, в том числе мезосферы, определяется ее волновой структурой. Серебристые облака являются хорошим индикатором данных волновых процессов. По фотографиям серебристых облаков в г. Якутске проанализированы некоторые характеристики распространения атмосферных волн. Впервые описан случай наблюдения так называемого мезосферного бора в серебристых облаках над Восточной Сибирью, зарегистрированного синхронно с двух однотипных фотокамер. Высота волнового фронта, определенная триангуляционным методом, составила 79 км. Изучен случай распространения нескольких волн различной длины с пересекающимися направлениями в серебристых облаках 25.07.2018 г. Анализ параметров двух волн, распространяющихся навстречу друг другу, показал, что первая имела длину в среднем 53,5 ± 6,2 км и двигалась на северо-восток со средней фазовой скоростью 98,4 ± 12 м/с. Вторая волна типа гребешков со средней длиной 14,8 ± 1,8 км распространялась на юго-запад со средней фазовой скоростью 61,5 ± 6 м/с. Скорость ветрового дрейфа всей облачности составляла 67 ± 5 м/с в западном направлении. Полученные результаты будут полезны для специалистов в области физики волновых процессов в верхней атмосфере.

The article discusses some characteristics of the propagation of atmospheric waves based on photographic observations of noctilucent clouds in the city of Yakutsk. For the first time, a case of observation of the so-called mesospheric boron in noctilucent clouds over Eastern Siberia, recorded synchronously with two cameras of the same type, has been described. The height of the wave front determined by the triangulation method was 79 km. The case of video recording of the propagation of several waves of different lengths with intersecting directions in noctilucent clouds on July 25, 2018 is analyzed. Analysis of the parameters of two waves propagating towards each other showed that the first has average wavelength of 53.5 ± 6.2 km, average phase velocity of 98.4 ± 12 m/s, and northeast direction. The second wave of the scallop type propagated to the southwest with an average phase velocity of 61.5 ± 6 m/s, its average wavelength was 14.8 ± 1.8 km. The speed of westerly wind drift of all clouds was 67 ± 5 m/s.
Polar stratosphere dynamics during early sudden stratospheric warmings
Authors: ОКУЛИЧЕВА А.А. , ЕРМАКОВА Т.С.
Published: July 2024

Внезапные стратосферные потепления (ВСП) значительно влияют на погоду в тропосфере и на динамику верхних слоев атмосферы. Определение ВСП и их классификация сформулированы достаточно давно, однако о ранних (в ноябре – первой половине декабря) ВСП подробная информация отсутствует. В работе исследовано влияние ранних ВСП на стратосферный полярный вихрь с использованием данных реанализа JRA-55 и MERRA2. ВСП определялись двумя способами: по среднезональным значениям температуры и зональной компоненте ветра с учетом и без климатической составляющей. Реакция полярного вихря на потепление представлена полем геопотенциальной высоты. По данным зондирования на полярных станциях разных континентов проанализирован временной ход приземных температуры и давления во время смещения и расщепления стратосферного полярного вихря при раннем ВСП.

The influence of early sudden stratospheric warming (SSW) on the stratospheric polar vortex is presented. The definition of SSW and their classifications have been formulated for a long time, but detailed information is not available about the early (in November – the first half of December) SSW. The determination of early SSW was carried out in two ways using the zonal averaged values of temperature and zonal wind component with and without the climatic component. The polar vortex's response to warming is represented by the geopotential height field. The study was conducted using JRA-55 and Merra2 reanalysis data. Also, the variation of surface temperature and surface pressure during the displacement and splitting of the stratospheric polar vortex during the early SSW is presented based on sounding data at stations of the polar region of different continents. It is known that the VSP has a significant impact on the weather in the troposphere, including the dynamics of the upper atmosphere.
Research on the evaluation model for the tactile feel of custom wardrobe furniture finishes
Authors: Chen Yushu , Xu Zixin
Published: July 2024

The decision-making process of consumers regarding custom wardrobe furniture transcends product functionality to include the sensory experience, notably the tactile aspect. This study focuses on the tactile experience to assist consumers in evaluating the tactile feel of custom wardrobe finishes, such as cognitive fuzziness during the experience, the challenge of clearly describing the connection between touch sensation and the physical attributes of the custom wardrobe, and reducing communication costs between users and designers. The research first clarifies the hierarchical cognitive structure of the tactile sensation of custom wardrobe finishes, then explores the logical relationships between levels through linear regression models. Subsequently, a nonlinear relationship model between the “Physical Attributes Layer” and the “Tactile Sensation Layer” is constructed using a Backpropagation Neural Network, and the connection between the “Tactile Sensation Layer” and the “Comprehensive Evaluation Layer” is mapped through a multiple linear regression equation. This comprehensive evaluation system for the tactile feel of custom wardrobe finishes provides designers with a tool to optimize the tactile characteristics of products, thereby shortening the design iteration cycle and improving design precision. It also helps users better express their emotional needs in terms of tactile sensations, enhancing the connection between tactile experience and emotion.
Modelling the Relationship Between Public Expenditure, Tax Revenue and Economic Growth in Türkiye Using the AARDL Approach
Authors: Köstekçi Ahmet , Celik Ali
Published: July 2024

This study aims to investigate the macroeconomic impact of fiscal policy in Türkiye, where fiscal policy faces several challenges. Using annual time series data from 1980 to 2021, we examine the impact of tax and public expenditure subcomponents on GDP using the augmented autoregressive distributed lag (A-ARDL) bound test approach proposed by Sam et al. (2019). The A-ARDL test results indicate that tax revenue has a positive impact on economic growth in the short run, while tax revenue has a negative impact on economic growth in the long run. Furthermore, we conclude that increases in current and investment expenditures have a positive impact on economic growth in the short and long run, while increases in transfer expenditures have a negative impact on economic growth in the short run.
Uosialapių klevų paplitimo Tirkšlių miestelyje analizė
Authors: Garalė Ernesta
Published: July 2024

The study analyses the occurrence of Ash Maples (Acer negundo L.) in the town of Tirkšliai, which is located in the municipality of Mažeikiai district. The assessment survey was carried out in September–October 2023. The inventory of the Ash Maples was carried out using a route method, recording the coordinates and the conditions of the sites: area, projection coverage of individuals, level of urbanisation of the ecotope, biotope, assessment of whether or not the area of the site was mown, intensity of use of the area where the site is located. The ontogeny stage shall be assessed on the basis of the vegetative and generative characters of the ash-leaved maples and the height of the trees. The height of the individuals of the Ash Maple was determined visually, in metres, by assessing the entire length of the above-ground part of the tree. In total, 14 sites with ash-leaved maples were identified as well as 10 sites with trees of juvenile age. Most of the sites were found in grassland (64 %), 79 % in roadsides, by intensity of land use the highest number of sites were found in unused land (43 %), 50 % of the sites are not mown. It is therefore evident that the occurrence of big-leaved maple trees is higher in less maintained areas.
Properties of Shannon and Rényi entropies of the Poisson distribution as the functions of intensity parameter
Authors: Braiman Volodymyr , Malyarenko Anatoliy , Mishura Yuliya , Rudyk Yevheniia Anastasiia
Published: July 2024

We consider two types of entropy, namely, Shannon and Rényi entropies of the Poisson distribution, and establish their properties as the functions of intensity parameter. More precisely, we prove that both entropies increase with intensity. While for Shannon entropy the proof is comparatively simple, for Rényi entropy, which depends on additional parameter α > 0, we can characterize it as nontrivial. The proof is based on application of Karamata’s inequality to the terms of Poisson distribution.
A critical overview of species of the genus Poa (Poaceae) in the flora of Ukraine
Authors: Fedoronchuk M.M. ,   M.G. Kholodny Institute of Botany, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, 2 Tereshchenkivska Str., Kyiv 01601, Ukraine
Published: July 2024

A brief synopsis of the genus Poa in the flora of Ukraine is presented, which includes 25 species, including those previously not reported in Ukrainian literature (P. egorovae, P. humilis, P. klokovii, P. paczoskii) or reported under other names: P. balfourii (instead of P. janczewskii), P. media and P. laxa (instead of P. ursina). A number of species-rank names are reduced to synonyms: P. biebersteinii, P. erythropoda, P. podolica, P. polonica, P. stepposa, P. fagetorum, P. hypanica, P. sylvicola, P. volhynensis, P. turfosa auct. The species P. egorovae, P. supina remain taxonomically doubtful. The electronic online databases for Ukraine do not recognize Poa klokovii, which, however, merits recognition as a species.
Endogenous cytokinins in plants of Secale cereale (Poaceae) under the effects of soil drought
Authors: Vedenicheva N.P. ,   M.G. Kholodny Institute of Botany, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, 2 Tereshchenkivska Str., Kyiv 01601, Ukraine, Shcherbatiuk M.M. , Kosakivska I.V. ,   M.G. Kholodny Institute of Botany, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine,   M.G. Kholodny Institute of Botany, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Published: July 2024

Due to ongoing global climate changes and anthropogenic stress, soil drought has emerged as a significant threat, hindering plant growth, development, and resulting in crop losses. While phytohormones play a vital role in the formation of stress resistance mechanisms, cytokinins, in particular, remain poorly understood in cultivated cereals. The objective of our study was to investigate the impact of soil drought on plant growth and the homeostasis of endogenous cytokinins in both the aerial parts and roots of winter rye (Secale cereale) during the initial stages of vegetation. We aimed to elucidate the relationship between growth processes and the balance of these phytohormones. The plants were cultivated in a phytochamber using sand culture, and drought stress was induced by withholding water from nine-day-old plants for a period of eight days. The shoots and roots of 17-day-old plants were collected when dehydrated plants reached the critical wilting point. The content of endogenous cytokinins was analyzed using HPLC-MS. Our findings revealed that the inhibition of shoot growth and root elongation in stressed plants coincided with a reduction in the content of trans-zeatin riboside. This observation suggests that trans-zeatin riboside acts as a growth regulator in winter rye under soil drought conditions. Moreover, we observed an elevation in the levels of trans-zeatin and isopentenyladenine in the shoots and roots of stressed rye plants, indicating the involvement of these hormones in the formation of a "protective anti-stress block." These results highlight the multifunctional activity of cytokinins and demonstrate their role in regulating various components of the water deficit response. Consequently, our study expands our understanding of the role of cytokinins in the development of stress resistance in cereals.
Integration of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project with Design Thinking in the Merdeka Curriculum: Stimulating Students' Creative Thinking Skills
Authors: Herianingtyas Nur Luthfi Rizqa , Marini Arita , Zakiah Linda , Chen Yinghuei
Published: July 2024

AbstractIn the context of the 21st-century society, creative thinking skills stand out as pivotal competencies. Nevertheless, many countries, Indonesia included, grapple with a crisis in nurturing these skills among students. This research addresses this challenge by integrating the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project with Design Thinking (DT) methodologies. Fifty-four fifth-grade students from a Madrasah Ibtidaiyah in Pacitan, East Java, Indonesia, participated in this study, which employed a mixed-methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative techniques. Qualitative data were gathered through interviews and observations, while quantitative data were collected through tests assessing creative thinking skills, specifically Fluency, Flexibility, Originality, and Elaboration. Guided by the five stages of DT—Empathise, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test—the integration of P5 with DT facilitated the development of students' original ideas and the creation of problem-solving products tailored to meet community needs. The findings underscore the significant efficacy of this integrated approach in enhancing students' creative thinking skills, particularly evident in marked improvements in originality and elaboration. This study contributes valuable insights for elevating critical thinking abilities among elementary school and Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students through DT methodologies.AbstrakDalam konteks masyarakat abad ke-21, keterampilan berpikir kreatif menonjol sebagai kompetensi yang sangat penting. Namun, banyak negara, termasuk Indonesia, menghadapi krisis dalam mengembangkan keterampilan ini di kalangan siswa. Penelitian ini mengatasi tantangan tersebut dengan mengintegrasikan Proyek Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila dengan metodologi Design Thinking (DT). Penelitian ini melibatkan lima puluh empat siswa kelas lima dari Madrasah Ibtidaiyah di Pacitan, Jawa Timur, Indonesia, dengan menggunakan pendekatan campuran yang menggabungkan teknik kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Data kualitatif diperoleh melalui wawancara dan observasi, sedangkan data kuantitatif dikumpulkan melalui tes yang menilai keterampilan berpikir kreatif, khususnya Kelancaran, Fleksibilitas, Orisinalitas, dan Elaborasi. Dipandu oleh lima tahap DT—Empati, Definisi, Ideasi, Prototipe, dan Uji—integrasi P5 dengan DT memfasilitasi pengembangan ide orisinal siswa dan penciptaan produk pemecahan masalah yang disesuaikan untuk memenuhi kebutuhan masyarakat. Temuan ini menegaskan efektivitas signifikan dari pendekatan terintegrasi ini dalam meningkatkan keterampilan berpikir kreatif siswa, terutama terlihat dalam peningkatan yang signifikan dalam orisinalitas dan elaborasi. Studi ini memberikan wawasan berharga untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis di kalangan siswa sekolah dasar dan Madrasah Ibtidaiyah melalui metodologi DT.
Symptomology, Outcomes and Risk Factors of Acute Coronary Syndrome Presentations without Cardiac Chest Pain: A Scoping Review
Authors: Perona Meriem , Cooklin Amanda , Thorpe Christopher , O’Meara Peter , Rahman Muhammad Aziz
Published: July 2024

For patients experiencing acute coronary syndrome, early symptom recognition is paramount; this is challenging without chest pain presentation. The aims of this scoping review were to collate definitions, proportions, symptoms, risk factors and outcomes for presentations without cardiac chest pain. Full-text peer reviewed articles covering acute coronary syndrome symptoms without cardiac chest pain were included. MEDLINE, CINAHL, Scopus and Embase were systematically searched from 2000 to April 2023 with adult and English limiters; 41 articles were selected from 2,954. Dyspnoea was the most reported (n=39) and most prevalent symptom (11.6–72%). Neurological symptoms, fatigue/weakness, nausea/vomiting, atypical chest pain and diaphoresis were also common. Advancing age appeared independently associated with presentations without cardiac chest pain; however, findings were mixed regarding other risk factors (sex and diabetes). Patients without cardiac chest pain had worse outcomes: increased mortality, morbidity, greater prehospital and intervention delays and suboptimal use of guideline driven care. There is a need for structured data collection, analysis and interpretation.
Controle populacional do ácaro-rajado (Tetranychus urticae) coletado em lúpulo
Authors: Bueno Jocieli Mileski , Almeida Rabechlt Karoleyne Stange , Arndt Stella , Paes João Paulo Pereira , Nunes Júnior Cícero Venâncio
Published: July 2024

O ácaro-rajado é uma praga polífaga que ataca diversas culturas, entre elas o lúpulo, cultura para a qual no Brasil ainda não existem defensivos registrados. Como uma alternativa para o manejo dessa praga, destaca-se o emprego de óleos essenciais. Diante disso, os objetivos deste trabalho foram identificar a composição química e avaliar os efeitos do óleo essencial de alecrim na mortalidade de ácaro-rajado em lúpulo. Fêmeas adultas do ácaro-rajado foram submetidas a câmaras de fumigação contendo o óleo essencial de alecrim nas concentrações de 5, 10, 15 e 20 μL/L, durante 24, 48 e 72h. Na análise contabilizou-se a mortalidade e a fecundidade das fêmeas de ácaro. Os principais compostos identificados através da caracterização do óleo essencial de alecrim foram a cânfora, 1,8-cineol, α-pineno e β-mirceno. Por meio do teste de fumigação foi verificado que o óleo essencial de alecrim apresentou ação acaricida, sendo que as maiores taxas de mortalidade foram encontradas nas concentrações de 15 e 20 μL/L. Quanto maior a concentração do óleo na câmara, menor era o número médio de ovos nas folhas, devido à mortalidade das fêmeas.
New records of Cryptoblepharus cursor Barbour, 1911 (Squamata, Scincidae, Eugongylinae) from Java, Indonesia
Authors: Sugianto Rizal Ananda , Iskandar Djoko Tjahjono , Syamsudin Tati Suryati
Published: July 2024

he Lombok Snake-eyed Skink, Cryptoblepharus cursor Barbour, 1911 has been recorded in South Java prior to 1940. However, information on its population on the island are scarce. This study presents new records of C. cursor from Java. Visual Encounter Survey were conducted to observe habitat selections and collect skinks as voucher specimens. South Javan C. cursor are restricted to sandy littoral zones with Ipomoea pescaprae (L.) R.Br. – Spinifex littoreus (Burm.f.) Merr. whereas Lombok C. cursor are saxicolous, preferring rocky coasts. They also differ from the scansorial C. balinensis Barbour, 1911, a sympatric congener from Java.
MURABAHAH FINANCING REPAYMENT OPTIMIZATION THROUGH 5C CREDIT ANALYSIS
Authors: Rapiyudin Raply , Alifa Nabiela Rizki
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the impact of the 5C credit analysis principles (Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral, and Conditions of Economics) on the smoothness of murabahah financing payments at KSPPS BMT ItQan Soreang Unit either simultaneously or partially. Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSE) often face challenges due to a lack of business capital, despite financial products introduced by institutions like Savings and Loans Cooperatives and KSPPS BMT. Persisting issues in payment smoothness necessitate a comprehensive examination, particularly in credit analysis. This research employs a quantitative approach with logistic regression tests on a sample of 101 respondents using statistical techniques such as  regression analiysis, wald test, and omnibus test of model coefficients. This research highlights the importance of applying the 5C credit analysis principles to improve risk management, policy development, operational efficiency, and financial inclusion in murabahah financing at KSPPS BMT ItQan Soreang Unit. Findings from the Omnibus Test of Model Coefficients confirm that the 5C principles collectively impact payment smoothness. Moreover, the Wald test identifies Character, Capacity, and Conditions of Economics as significant contributors to the effectiveness of murabahah financing payments at KSPPS BMT ItQan Soreang Unit. This research highlights the importance of applying the 5C credit analysis principles to improve risk management, policy development, operational efficiency, and financial inclusion in murabahah financing at KSPPS BMT ItQan Soreang Unit.
Inquiry-Based E-Module with an Ethno-STEM Approach to Develop Sustainable Environmental Literacy Skills
Authors: Sasmita Media , Sudarmin Sudarmin , Prasetya Agung Tri , Zaim Haniza Hanim binti Mohd
Published: July 2024

Environmental literacy is one of the keys to support the success of sustainable development goals (SDGs). This research aims to develop an inquiry e-module with an ethno-STEM approach to the concept of volatile aromatic compounds. The research subjects involved 46 students in the chemistry education study program who took the course on organic chemistry of natural substances. Data collection was carried out using an environmental literacy questionnaire covering four domains (knowledge, cognitive skills, attitudes and behavior). The results showed that the validity of e-modules in terms of material and media was 82.5% and 93.25%, respectively, which were categorized as very valid. The results of the environmental literacy test indicate that the average scores for knowledge, attitude, cognitive skills, and behavior were 45.91, 46.46, 51.32, and 53.24. All four domains fall within the high category. The inquiry e-module with an ethno-STEM approach is very suitable for developing environmental literacy skills.
La astrología en el «Tesoro» de Sebastián de Covarrubias
Authors: Zulaica-López Martín
Published: July 2024

Este artículo presenta un análisis de la presencia de la ciencia astrológica en el Tesoro de la lengua castellana o española (1611) de Sebastián de Covarrubias y Orozco, así como en el Suplemento a este y, complementariamente, en sus Emblemas morales (1610). Para ello, se contextualiza el estado de desarrollo de esta ciencia, en el que la astronomía caminaba hacia la autonomía científica, se trata sobre la dogmática eclesiástica del momento y se detalla el alcance de estos estudios en la Universidad de Salamanca. Por lo que se refiere a la astronomía, Covarrubias demuestra un sólido conocimiento de la materia, y en línea con su hermano Juan de Horozco considera paradójica la nueva teoría heliocéntrica. En cuanto a la astrología presenta una actitud ortodoxa: considera lícitos los pronósticos de fenómenos naturales (meteorológicos y médicos) y se muestra contrario a la práctica judiciaria.
Los préstamos de ida y vuelta en español
Authors: Sorbet Piotr
Published: July 2024

Existen numerosos tipos de préstamos léxicos. Entre ellos, los que, en el marco hispánico, han recibido relativa poca atención por parte de los lingüistas son los llamados préstamos de ida y vuelta. Por ello, en esta investigación, en la primera etapa presentamos una clasificación general de los préstamos léxicos. En la segunda etapa, exponemos, por un lado, las características generales de los préstamos de ida y vuelta, y, por otro lado, algunas cuestiones relativas a la historia de las investigaciones acerca de este tipo de préstamos lingüísticos. Realizadas estas aclaraciones, pasamos a la exposición de los datos que hemos extraído de diversas fuentes lexicográficas. Estas integran, por una parte, diversos diccionarios etimológicos del español y de otros idiomas, y, por otra, los diccionarios generales que completan las informaciones extraídas de los diccionarios etimológicos. Las unidades léxicas sometidas al análisis las hemos dividido en dos secciones básicas. Por una parte, nos ocupamos de las voces que tienen su origen en la lengua española y son tomadas por otros idiomas (árabe, francés, inglés, entre otros) para que estos las devuelvan, posteriormente, a la lengua de partida, y, por otra parte, analizamos los vocablos que llegan al español de otros idiomas, pero que luego regresan a los idiomas de origen. A raíz de esta investigación hemos comprobado que el número de préstamos de ida y vuelta del español no es escaso y que estos constituyen un grupo heterogéneo.
Iglesias Recuero, Silvia, coord. Pragmática histórica del español: formas de tratamiento, actos de habla y construcción del diálogo. Sevilla: Universidad de Sevilla, 2022. 283 pp. (ISBN: 978-84-472-2251-3)
Authors: Rosková Magdalena
Published: July 2024

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Pro, Juan, Hugo García y Emilio J. Gallardo-Saborido. Utopías hispanas: historia y antología. Granada: Comares, 2022. 486 pp. (ISBN: 978-84-1369-498-6)
Authors: Fernández-López Francisco
Published: July 2024

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Sánchez Jiménez, Antonio, y Fernando Rodríguez Gallego, eds. Félix Lope de Vega Carpio. Rimas. Madrid: Real Academia Española/Barcelona: Espasa, 2022. 956 pp. (ISBN: 9788467066913)
Authors: Zulaica-López Martín
Published: July 2024

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