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BRIEF CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE SUPREMACY OF THE UNION REGULATION IN RELATION TO NATIONAL ACTS
Authors: VÂLCU Elise-Nicoleta
Published: December 2022

The European Union is an international integration organization in the sense that we constantly retain requests from some European states for accession. The EU is not an international organization in the classical sense, departing significantly from the terminology established by international law. So, we are in the presence of an autonomous governance, with individual rights and powers. In this sense, the member states have given up part of their legislative sovereignty in favour of the Union in order to jointly exercise the prerogatives deriving from this transfer. Also, the European Union is based on sources of law that give rise to a legal system distinct from the systems of the member states, characterized by its supremacy in relation to the latter.

The present study aims to address the issue of the supremacy of the Union law system, in relation to the national law, with special reference to the supremacy of the main source derived from the Union, the regulation, in relation to the sources of the national legal order.
TURKISH SMART CITIES’ LOOK AND OVERVIEW IN TERMS OF SUSTAINABILITY
Authors: KESTELLİOĞLU Gözde
Published: December 2022

On a day with the interruption of the urban functions such as the failure to meet the needs of the citizens as well as the impairment or depletion of limited resources and unplanned urbanization which is caused by the factors including fast growing population, uncontrolled power etc., urban suggestions in different concepts are deliberated within the scope of sustainability.

This study aims to evaluate the overall situation across Turkey and the world thereby addressing the smart cities within this concept in terms of sustainability. To this end, determinations have been made based on the data obtained from the literature as well as relevant documentation, sites and visits of the relevant units.

The study demonstrates that they are in the organization process and that similar and/or several projects have been implemented considering relevant documentation in line with the requirements of each city across our country as well as across the world. Nevertheless, in Turkey, in particular, it has been found necessary to start from the correct sports in smart urbanization, further expand organization and materially support local administrations. Another significant matter is that it is necessary to focus on making local people, one of the key elements of smart city, achieve public awareness at this point with industry 4.0.
HAVA LOJİSTİĞİNDE MÜŞTERİ İLİŞKİLERİ ÜZERİNE NİTEL BİR ÇALIŞMA
Authors: ACAR Raşit
Published: December 2022

İşletmelerin varlıklarının sebepleri olan müşterilerin, memnuniyetlerinin devam ettiği sürece işletmeler rekabet avantajı sağlayacaklardır. Artan hizmet sağlayıcılar ile beraber müşterilerin tercih edebileceği farklı alternatifler mevcuttur. Bu durumda seçici olmak müşteriler için, müşteri ilişkilerini olumlu ilerletme zorunluluğu da işletmeler için kaçınılmazdır. İşletmelerin sürdürülebilir ve hayatta kalabilmeleri adına bu gereklilikleri yerine getirmek durumunda olduğu bilinmektedir.

Bu gereksinimden ortaya çıkan makale, hava lojistiğinde uzun yıllar emek harcamış çalışanların müşteri ilişkileri üzerine görüşlerinin alındığı nitel bir çalışmadır. Çalışma sonunda, sektöre müşteri ilişkileri ile ilgili sonuç ve öneriler geliştirilmiştir.
NFT VE GÜNÜMÜZ DİJİTAL SANAT KAVRAMI ARASINDAKİ İLİŞKİ
Authors: KIVRAK Mehmet Nuri , ÖZKARTAL Mehmet
Published: December 2022

Güncel bir konu olan Non-Fungible Token NFT (Nitelikli Fikri Tapu) kavramı çevresinde birçok tartışma, üretim ve kazanç oluşmaktadır. Bu oluşumun birçok ürünü ve alanı olsada asıl konu şüphesiz dijital sanat çalışmaları ve bu çalışmalar çevresinde gelişmektedir. Sanatın tanımındaki kural ve ön gerekliliklerin bu çalışmalarda bulunup bulunmadığı, sanatın dijital medyada ne kadar nitelikli uygulandığı gibi sorulardan ziyade bu organizasyonun ve yapının sanatçılar için neler getireceği, maddi kazanç, yazılım ve sanatın hibrit yapısı, bu medyanın nereye gideceği gibi konular kullanıcı ve izleyiciler tarafından daha çok merak edilmektedir. Bu çalışmada NTF nedir, sanat ve dijital sanat nedir ve NFT’nin sanat ile olan ilişkisinin nereye ulaşabileceği irdelenmeye çalışılmıştır.
Tüketim Kültürünün Sosyal Medya Aplikasyonları İle Dönüşümü ve Entegrasyonu: Gösterişçi Tüketim Bağlamında Instagram Paylaşımları Üzerine Bir Araştırma
Authors: ÖZTÜRK Kaan Mert
Published: December 2022

Bireyin kendini gerçekleştirmek için bir imaj oluşturma mücadelesi söz konusudur.

Botton’a göre bu imajın oluşum nedeni; bireyin toplum içinde bir yer edinme, bir statü kümesi içerisinde yer alma mücadelesi olarak değerlendirilmektedir. Tüketim kültürü kavramı, özellikle kapitalist ekonomi politik sistemlerde oluşan toplumsal yapının bir sonucu olarak ortaya çıkmış, bireylerin tüketme davranışlarının kültür ile olan ilişkisini ve sonuçlarının incelendiği bir alandır. Veblen’in Aylak Sınıfın Teorisi eserinde tüketimin gösteriş amaçlı bir eylem halini aldığı ifade edilmektedir. Toplum ve ekonomi arasındaki ilişkiyi sınıfsal farklılaşmalara da dayandırmaktadır. Veblen, gösterişçi tüketimin üst sosyal sınıf ve bunlara benzemeye çalışan diğer sınıflar tarafından gösteriş amaçlı olarak yapılan alışverişler olduğunu anlatmaktadır. Sosyal medya üzerinden bireyin kendini ifade etmesiyle birlikte ait olduğu kimliği, sosyal çevresinde oluşturmak istediği imajı, gittiği mekân, kullanmış olduğu eşya, satın aldığı ürünün markası ve tükettiği yiyecek ifade etmesine imkân sağlamıştır. Bireyin beğenilme ve toplumda yüksek statüde kabul görme çabasının sosyal medya aplikasyonlarıyla görsele dökmesi bireyin imajını sosyal çevresine sunmaya çalışması olarak görülmektedir. Bu çalışmada; mobil teknoloji ile hayatımıza entegre olan sosyal medya aplikasyonlarının tüketim kültürüne etkisi ve yol açtığı değişimler, gösterişçi tüketim kavramının sosyal medya aplikasyonları ile kazandığı yeni boyut, Instagram uygulaması üzerinden, gösterge bilimsel analiz yöntemiyle tüketim davranışlarını mütemadiyen paylaşan on farklı hesap üzerinden incelenmiştir.
Hutsul Folk Costumes (Embroidery, Lace, Knitting) in the Collection of the Seweryn Udziela Ethnographic Museum in Krakow
Authors: Kozakevych Olena
Published: December 2022

The article presents the research on the Hutsul folk costume in the collection of the Seweryn Udziela Ethnographic Museum in Krakow. The collection of the Hutsul folk costumes stored at the museum has been developed in several stages and is related to the history of two museums: the Museum of Technology and Industry (closed in 1950) and the National Museum in Krakow. The main part of the collection dates from the end of the 19th and the first half of the 20th centuries (until the outbreak of World War II). This collection includes women's and men's garments and a few children's items. Original ornaments, colors and types of garments and accessories show a local variety of the Hutsul clothing. Nevertheless, a number of objects require a more precise attribution, and the collection in general needs further elaboration - in the context of social, cultural, ethnographic and local factors - in order to define and identify the phenomenon of the traditional Hutsul folk costume.
Communicating Cultural Heritage in the Social Media Era - Problems, Benefits and Business Models
Authors: Kalcheva Roumena
Published: December 2022

Digital marketing and social media in the last few years became into a mandatory communication tool when we want to reach our audience faster and engage it better with the cultural site, we are popularizing. However, this territory remains neglected when concerns cultural heritage. The existing examples of successful online presence in social media are mostly exceptions, but even then there is missing overall communication strategy. Thе article examines this problem based on specific examples and aims to provide guidelines on how specific business models can be applied to the promotion of various cultural sites in the country.
Theatralization in the Pedagogical Process
Authors: Vassilev Georgi
Published: December 2022

The trained teacher is a visionary in the creativity of the learning process. It transforms the function of a spiritual organizer, filling with content the delicate connection between the world of the adolescent and the awareness of the adult. In order to possess this skill, it is necessary for the future teacher to develop communicatively artistic expressive and interpretive qualities necessary for his pedagogical artistry.
In House Training Implementation of the Independent Curriculum based Tatanen in Bale Atikan at UPTD SD Negeri Salem, Pondoksalam
Authors: Imam Tabroni  , Fitriani Nasihah
Published: December 2022

Regent Regulation Number 103 of 2021 concerning TDBA and Regional Regulation Number 09 of 2021 concerning the Implementation of Education in Purwakarta Regency become the legal basis for the implementation of TdBA (Tatanen in Bale Atikan) in basic education. UPTD SD Negeri Salem which is used as a TdBA model school at the Pondoksalam Subdistrict level recently conducted an In House Training on the implementation of an independent curriculum based tatanen in Bale Atikan. IHT will be held for 3 days from 6-8 December 2022. This research uses a PAR (Participatory Action Research) approach, where researchers are part of the activities carried out and are practical. This IHT was attended by all school residents who aimed to provide a theoretical and practical understanding of Tatanen in Bale Atikan. The material presented on the first day was about the basic concepts of TdBA, the second day was about learning design, and the third day was about permaculture-based environmental management techniques
Application of Using Internet Technology to Increase Student Learning Enthusiasm at MAS Yaspendi Sungai Iyu, Bendahara District, Aceh Tamiang Regency
Authors: Tina
Published: December 2022

This dedication article aims to describe the application of the use of internet technology to increase student learning enthusiasm at MAS Yaspendi Sungai Iyu, Bendahara sub-district, Aceh Tamiang Regency. The purpose of writing this service article is as education and information for readers. This type of article is a qualitative service that seeks to describe and describe a portrait of the sincere and sincere dedication of a madrasa teacher that has been carried out at the Yaspendi Sungai iyu private aliyah madrasah and then described in a structured manner by following the applicable rules of writing scientific papers. The data collection technique in this service article is observation, namely the author is directly involved in giving himself to MAS Yaspen Sungai Iyu and interviewing several figures, namely the head of the madrasa, the head of administration, and the teachers of MAS Yaspendi Sungai Iyu, Bendahara District, Aceh Tamiang Regency. The results of the dedication show that, the application of Internet Media to MAS Yaspendi Sungai iyu, Bendahara District, Aceh Tamiang Regency, which makes visualization more interesting in learning at MAS Yaspendi Sungai iyu, Bendahara District, Aceh Tamiang Regency
The Axiology Aspect should be Encouraged, Not the Jargon as Kampung Inggris Sawai
Authors: Sarbunan Thobias
Published: December 2022

The Kampung Inggris study aimed to pinpoint distinctive features of the conceptual and methodological underpinnings of the English course. This article's chronology was primarily based on information on incentives for community service in Sawai village and the inability that preceded the service. It was demonstrated that the expansion of organizations that provide English language courses was not only reliant on the objectives and linguistic skills of the initiator.
Socialization of Fintech and Product Branding for Bina Cipta High School Students
Authors: Maharani Dwi , Sartika Dewi , Misnawati Desi , Alya Sabeli , Afriyudi
Published: December 2022

The purpose of community service activities is to increase knowledge about fintech and product branding for Bina Cipta High School students. The method used socialization through planning, implementation and evaluation. Data collection techniques using a questionnaire. Quantitative data analysis. Subjects amounted to 30 people. The results of community service showed an 83% increase in knowledge about fintech and product branding for Bina Cipta High School students consisting of material 1) media socialization of healthy living among students, 2) fintech and opportunities, 3) product branding in the media, 4) fintech applications in Indonesia, 5) the concept of fintech.
Training on Introduction to Technology and Computer Operation for Village Officials in Adipuro, Magelang Regency
Authors: Yusnanto Tri , Kanafi  , Wahyudiono Sugeng
Published: December 2022

This community service has the aim of providing motivation, knowledge and basic skills or expertise to master computer and information technology in developing the skills and competencies of village officials. The lecture method aims to activate the enthusiasm of the participants to increase learning motivation as well as to explain computer technology concepts. Furthermore, the demonstration method is used when demonstrating work and learning processes, the operation of Windows and Microsoft Office. The training method is practicing directly how to assemble and operate the various applications used. Then this question-and-answer method provides time for participants to conduct consultations on how to overcome problems encountered when carrying out installation during training. Based on the activities that have been carried out, almost all participants, namely around 80%, are able to understand and practice well all the material presented during community service activities.
Efforts to Increase the Independence of the Muhammadiyah 'Aisyah' Banjarmasin Women's Orphanage through Processing Haruan Nuggets
Authors: Wardah Ani , Maskur  , Dony Novrian , Risnawati
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this service is to increase the independence of the Muhammadiyah Putri Aisyah Orphanage through the processing of nuggets of emotion. Through this activity, knowledge and skills are provided as provisions for entrepreneurship for foster children after leaving the orphanage. As well as providing knowledge and skills for managing orphanages as an alternative to be used as a productive economic business that can support the basic needs of orphanages. The method of implementing this community service activity is in the form of training carried out in groups. The series of training activities carried out consisted of meeting I, namely (a) Motivating partners, using the lecture and question and answer method and (b) Training on processing haruan nuggets using demonstration and practice methods. The second meeting consisted of (a) Partners practicing again processing Haruan nuggets, and (b) practicing packing processed nuggets. Meeting III, namely financial calculations, using lectures and questions and answers. Meeting IV consists of (a) marketing strategy, using discussion and question and answer methods and (b) Evaluation. Evaluation through interviews. The results of this dedication show that there is an increase in the independence of partners, namely partners who are skilled at processing and packaging Haruan nuggets, 75% partners master the calculation of the cost of goods and selling prices. 85% know and understand how to promote and sell Haruan nuggets.
ANUSZ KORCZAK'S LEGACY IN MODERN EDUCATION: THEORY AND PRACTICE
Authors:   Tula State Lev Tolstoy Pedagogical University, Fedotenko I.
Published: December 2022

The article examines the awareness of students, school teachers, social workers of Tula region about the psychological and pedagogical heritage of Janusz Korczak, exploring their value attitude to his most important ideas. In modern conditions Dr. Korczak's humanistic position is especially in demand, helping teachers not just to cope with the difficult socio-economic and political situation, but also to develop resilience in themselves and their students. Analyzing the priorities of students and teachers, the author emphasized the particular importance of Janusz Korczak's book «How to Love Children» which is becoming increasingly relevant in this troubling situation. Teachers' knowledge of the rights of the child suggested by Korczak helps to create a psychologically safer environment in the school classroom.
ENIGMA «TEMPLE» IN POSTMODERNIST MINIATURE (ON THE EXAMPLE OF MAYA JALIASHVILI'S MINIATURES)
Authors:   Sokhumi State University, Kveliashvili K. , Kutsia N. ,   Sokhumi State University
Published: December 2022

Georgian postmodernist miniature is an important artistic space of the latest Georgian writing (alongside the novel, short story, novel, sketch and other prose (as well as poetic) narratives. Miniature as a literary genre has a long history in Georgia (although, at the same time, much shorter than other genres). As indicated in the anthology published at the beginning of the nineties of the last century, Vazha-Pshavela's short prose works are considered to be the first samples of miniatures. The genre was raised to a special height by modernist authors – Niko Lortkifanidze and Sandro Tsirekidze. Also, Terenti Granelli, Konstantine Gamsakhurdia, Titsian Tabidze, Paolo Yashvili created some excellent examples. In the transition period between modernism and postmodernism, artistic texts of Guram Rcheulishvili, Rezo Inanishvili, Nodar Dumbadze, as well as Givi Margvelashvili, an excellent German-speaking Georgian author working in Germany, are perceived as interesting examples of the genre. At the beginning of the era of postmodernism, excellent miniatures were created by the above-mentioned Rezo Inanishvili («from desk notebooks»), Nugzar Shataidze, Otar Chkheidze... Leila Beroshvili, Olesia Tavadze, Naira Gelashvili, Rostom Chkheidze, Zaal Samadashvili are the main creators of Georgian miniatures in recent years... In this letter, we will focus on the arc of miniatures of the famous Georgian literary scholar and writer – Maya Jaliashvili «TaoKlarjeti Diary», in which the author (simultaneously, the narrator and the lyrical character) tells us about the five great temples of Tao-Klarjeti: Bana, Khakhuli, Oshk, Khandzta, Doliskhana. The Temple Enigma combines all five miniatures of the arc.
Social group work and its training within the academic course on methods of social work. Theory, praxis, challenges
Authors: Bunio-Mroczek Paulina
Published: December 2022

Social work with a group, as one of three classic methods of social work, is being taught in the course of academic studies in the “Social work” BA programme. In comparison to the other two social work methods (social work with an individual case and community social work), the social group method seems to be least recognized in training and praxis of social work in Poland. The aim of the article is to systemize and to deepen the knowledge on the social work with a group. The first part of the text is dedicated to the review of chosen theoretical and methodological foundations of social work with a group. I refer to “the power of group” and the significance of the group process; I present a small group as a resource and as a tool of social work; I point to the diversity of groups used in the context of social work, and provide a catalogue of personal features, knowledge, skills and tasks of a professional social group worker. The second part of the article is based on my experience as a teacher of methods of social work at the Faculty of Economics and Sociology of the University of Łódź, Poland. I describe training in social work with a group as a shared group experience. In the end I reflect on the influence of Covid-19 pandemic on changes in teaching group work and the group work itself in the light of “work online”.
Prevalence of GI helminths of cattle in low lying and marshy areas of Kashmir valley
Authors: SHAH M M , SHAHARDAR R A , MAQBOOL I , ALLAIE I M , WANI Z A
Published: December 2022

The study was conducted to find out the prevalence of gastrointestinal (GI) helminths in cattle of low lying and marshy areas of Kashmir valley over a period of one year. The qualitative faecal examination of 885 samples revealed an overall prevalence of GI helminths to the tune of 37.06% comprising 7.80% trematodes, 4.29% cestodes and 31.98% nematodes. Prevalence of paramphistomes (7.34%) was more than that of Fasciola spp (0.45%). Among cestodes, the only genus reported was Moniezia spp (4.29%). In nematodes, maximum prevalence was observed for strongyle worms (31.19%) followed by Strongyloides spp. (1.24%) and Trichuris spp (0.57%). Seasonal variation of GI helminths revealed significantly highest prevalence in autumn (50%) followed by spring (41.62%), summer (33.99%) and winter (25.50%). Overall prevalence of GI helminths was significantly higher in young cattle (64.62%) than adults (32.32%). Significantly higher prevalence of GI helminths was observed in males (50.53%) as compared to females (35.44%). Mean intensity of GI nematodes ranged from 0 to 350 with an average of 177.41Â±28.25 eggs per gram (EPG). Significantly highest mean intensity of GI nematodes was found in summer (173.61Â±46.70) followed by spring (148.88Â±56.70), autumn (113Â±11.34) and winter (95.83Â±33.24). Mean EPG in young cattle (192.71Â±27.20) was significantly higher than that of adults (162.11Â±29.30). Sex had non-significant influence on intensity of GI nematodes. On the basis of above study, it can be concluded that the prophylactic dosing of cattle against trematodes should be done during late autumn and late winter or early spring. Similarly prophylactic de-worming of animals in mid-autumn, mid-spring and mid-summer shall be useful in preventing production losses. However, it will be better to use broad spectrum drug which is effective against trematodes, cestodes as well as nematodes to avoid frequent dosing.
Seroprevalence of porcine cysticercosis in Maharashtra
Authors: WAVHAL NILAM , PATURKAR ASHISH , VAIDYA VILAS , WAGHMARE RUPESH , ZENDE RAVINDRA , MOON SHILPA
Published: December 2022

Porcine cysticercosis is caused by Cysticercus cellulosae, a larval stage of parasite Taenia solium. Humans get infected by consuming eggs of T. solium through contamination of food and water. Owing to economic and zoonotic importance of porcine cysticercosis in India, a research plan was designed to study seroprevalence of cysticercosis in Maharashtra. Blood samples (172) were collected from different regions. The seroprevalence of cysticercosis by ELISA, FTA and western blot was 8.5%, 7.5% and 6.98%, respectively. Cohenâ€™s kappa coefficient was used to analyse for the percentage of agreement with meat inspection test. The sensitivity and specificity between ELISA and FTA (k=0.958) showed no significant difference. The study indicates that ELISA and FTA were more sensitive than western blot. Western blot of whole cyst antigen revealed immunoreactivity at 42 to 250 kDa bands. The seroprevalence of porcine cysticercosis in Maharashtra had increased significantly. FTA is easier to perform and faster than ELISA test. This simple test appears to be suitable for practical use at field level, especially for largescale ante-mortem screening of pigs against cysticercosis.
Molecular detection of integrated reticuloendothelial virus genes in fowlpox virus field isolates and live vaccines of poultry
Authors: RAJASEKARAN RANJANI , KIRUBAHARAN J JOHN , RAJALAKSHMI S , VIDHYA M
Published: December 2022

Two field isolates (FWPV-W1 and FWPV-W2) obtained from unvaccinated backyard poultry chickens and four commercial live vaccines (FWPV-G, FWPV-V, FWPV-B and FWPV-H) of fowlpox virus origin were isolated on chorio-allantoic membrane (CAM) of embryonated chicken eggs. The CAM tissues infected with FWPV-W1, FWPVW2, FWPV-G, FWPV-V, FWPV-B and FWPV-H individually were subjected to DNA isolation. The isolated DNA was tested for the presence of P4b gene by PCR to confirm FWPV. Then, each of the field isolates and commercial vaccines were screened for presence of reticuloendothelial virus envelope (REV-env) gene and long terminal repeat (LTR) region by PCR. FWPV-W1 isolate was positive for REV-env gene (807 bp) and REV-LTR region (370 bp), which confirmed presence of near full-length REV integration in its genome. Whereas, FWPV-W2 isolate was positive for LTR region and negative for REV-env gene. This suggested that full-length REV is not present in all FWPV field isolates. All the four commercial live vaccines, were negative for REV-env gene. This showed that full-length REV is absent in these commercial vaccines, ensuring safety of the usage of these vaccines in India. However, the commercial vaccines were positive for REV-LTR region, which does not affect the vaccine safety.
Rapid one-step real-time RT-PCR assay for the detection and quantitation of bluetongue virus
Authors: CHAND KARAM , BISWAS SANCHAY KUMAR , RAMAKRISHNAN MUTHANNAN ANDAVAR
Published: December 2022

Bluetongue virus (BTV) infects domestic and wild ruminants, but it is primarily a disease of sheep. In the present study, a rapid one-step real-time RT-PCR (RT-qPCR) assay based on SYBR green chemistry was optimized by targeting the conserved region of genome segment-10 (encoding NS3). The assay was able to detect BTV-1, 2, 9, 10, 16, 21 and 23 serotypes. The sensitivity of the assay using the RNA transcribed in vitro was 102 copies with 94.25%, efficiency. The sensitivity of the assay was compared to sandwich-ELISA (s-ELISA) and RT-PCR. The sensitivity of s-ELISA, RT-PCR and one step RT-qPCR for detection of BTV-1 was equivalent to 102.4 TCID50/ml, 100.4 TCID50/ml and 100.04 TCID50/ml, respectively and the assay was specific to BTV. Further, the assay was validated with whole blood samples from sheep and goats used to evaluate the assay performance. The assay provides an important tool for early and rapid detection of all serotype of BTV.
Direct PCR-RFLP based detection and differentiation of Anaplasma species in naturally infected goats of eastern Haryana, India
Authors: MAHARANA BISWA RANJAN , GANGULY ANITA , BISLA RANBIR SINGH , ARORA DEVAN , KUMAR ANKIT , POTLIYA SANDEEP , MISHRA CHINMOY , GANGULY INDRAJIT
Published: December 2022

The present investigation was designed to develop a novel, rapid and cost effective direct PCR-RFLP assay, as a specific diagnostic tool for detection and differentiation of two Anaplasma species (A. ovis and A. marginale). Blood samples were collected randomly from 83 goats. A direct blood polymerase chain reaction (DT-PCR) for amplifying a fragment of the major surface protein 5 (msp5) gene of A. ovis/A. marginale from whole blood was developed and standardized. Blood smear examination revealed 24 samples (28.91%) positive for Anaplasma inclusion bodies. While, 39 (47%) samples were positive by DT-PCR. The results revealed that DT- PCR was 100% sensitive and 74.57% specific compared to microscopy based detection (k =0.62). Additionally DT-PCR showed 94.44% sensitivity and 100% specificity compared to conventional PCR results with suspected blood samples (k=0.94). All DT-PCR positive samples were confirmed to be A. ovis by restriction fragments length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis. The phylogenetic tree and sequence analysis revealed msp5 gene of Anaplasma species Indian isolate had maximum distance from A. phagocytophilum followed by A. centrale and A. marginale and 100% sequence identity with A. ovis isolates of Chinese origin which further confirmed the sequence identified in native goats to be of A. ovis. The simplified DT-PCR assay as a viable alternative to conventional PCR could be helpful for fast and accurate diagnosis of Anaplasma species and suitable for screening a large number of samples. Furthermore, results revealed that DT-PCR-RFLP of the msp5 gene might be a useful method for simultaneous detection and differentiation of A. ovis and A. marginale in goats.
Effect of heat stress on physico-morphological characteristics and sperm functions in Murrah buffalo semen
Authors: KUMAR N , GHOSH S K , MOHANTY T K , PRASAD J K , SINGH R K , PATEL B
Published: December 2022

The objective of the present study was to study the effect of heat stress induced by summer in relation to winter on physico-morphological characteristics and sperm functions in Murrah buffaloes semen. The study was conducted at the Artificial Breeding Research Centre, NDRI, Karnal. Meteorological data were recorded during summer and winter, and THI was calculated. Six adult Murrah buffaloes were selected and two sample from each buffalo were collected every month by AV method. A total of 84 ejaculates were collected and assessed for various seminal attributes in summer and winter. Seminal parameters assessed included volume, pH, mass motility, progressive motility, livability, abnormality, membrane integrity, protamine deficiency and apoptosis assessment in fresh semen. Results of THI (80.92) during summer revealed moderate heat stress condition. There was no significant effect of heat stress on ejaculate volume and pH. Sperm motility was significantly higher during winter than summer. Similarly, significantly lower sperm livability and membrane integrity were observed during summer compared to winter. Abnormal and protamine deficient sperm per cent was significantly higher during summer. Lower apoptotic sperm per cent was found in winter. It can be concluded that seasonal variations had a significant effect on semen quality of Murrah buffalo. Heat stress induced by summer (hot humid) season had the most adverse effect on various physico-morphological and sperm functions in Murrah buffalo semen.
Efficacy of soy-lecithin for replacing egg yolk in tris extender on quality of frozen buck semen
Authors: KALITA MANOJ KUMAR , SINHA SUDIP , DEKA BHARAT CHANDRA , BISWAS RANJAN KUMAR , BARKALITA LUITMANI , BORAH RUMI SAIKIA
Published: December 2022

The present study undetaken to find the efficacy of incorporating soy-lecithin in tris extender for replacing egg yolk, a widely used animal component. Pooled ejaculates (40), 10 from each of four bucks maintained at Goat Research Station, Burnihat were used for freezing in tris extender containing 1% and 1.5% soy-lecithin and 20% egg yolk by adopting split sample technique following conventional method. The post thaw sperm motility in 1.5% soy-lecithin-tris extender (60.20Â±0.45%) was comparable with that of 20% egg yolk-tris (61.20Â±0.45%), the difference being non-significant. However, the post thaw values for live sperm, intact acrosome and hypo-osmotic swollen sperm were significantly lower in 1.5% soy-lecithin-tris as compared to that in 20% egg yolk-tris. The post thaw values were significantly higher for 1.5% than that for 1% soy-lecithin for all the parameters studied. It could be concluded that 1.5% soy-lecithin-tris extender has similar efficacy with that of 20% egg yolk-tris extender in respect of post thaw sperm motility; however, significantly lower post thaw values for remaining sperm qualities obtained with soy-lecithin in tris-based extender necessitate further trials comprising higher number of ejaculates from more bucks to find a suitable level of soy-lecithin for replacing egg yolk in tris extender for freezing of goat semen.
Physical features, management and performance of Konkan cattle
Authors: SINGH P K , PUNDIR R K , DANGI P S , DESAI B G , BHAGAT D J , KUMAR SHALU
Published: December 2022

The Konkan cattle are reared in all the districts of Konkan region of Maharashtra and Goa. In this study, phenotypic characterization of the Konkan cattle was carried out through systematic survey in its breeding tract and the breed descriptors were developed for its registration as a distinct breed. The population of Konkan cattle in the breeding tract is expected to be more than 6.0 lakhs. Konkan cattle are small to medium sized with compact body. The coat colours of Konkan cattle included Reddish dun, black, white, grey, brown or fawn or mixed, of which first two were in majority of animals. Biometry of 609 animals, which included 9 different body measurements in different age and sex groups, was recorded. When compared with Vechur and Malnad Gidda breeds of cattle of the coastal area of Kerala and Karnataka, the body weight and body measurements of Konkan cattle were found higher. The average horn length of Konkan cattle was 19.82 and 23.91 cm in cows and bullocks, respectively. The animals were kept in herd size varying from 2 to 20 with an average of 6.18 animals under extensive production system. The average age at first calving was 49.27 months with a calving interval of 17.21 months. It was observed that the average daily milk yield and peak milk yield of Konkan cattle were 2.23 and 3.28 kg. Animals of this breed are playing a significant role in the rural livelihood of farming community in terms of milk and bullocks power for agricultural operations in the hilly terrain of Konkan region. The unique physical features, biometry and their production system impart Konkan cattle population a distinct identity, therefore, it has been recently registered as a new cattle breed of India by Indian Council of Agricultural Research with accession number as INDIA_CATTLE_1135_KONKANKAPILA_03043 in the name of Konkan Kapila. Keeping in view the contribution of Konkan breed of cattle, State Animal Husbandry Department should come forward for further development and genetic improvement of the breed.
New approach for using inedible dates in broiler chicken ’s’ diet
Authors: BOUAZID A A , TOPOROVA L V , TOPOROVA I V
Published: December 2022

The aim of this study was to focus on poultry meat quality by studying the effect of using an energy-protein compound (EPC) based on inedible dates, mixed with synthetic amino acids (0.5% lysine and 1% methionine), and a complex of enzymes (α-amylase, β-glucanase) in broiler chicken's diets, which is a part of a larger project to determine whether this compound can be incorporated into Algerian meat production systems without having a negative effect on the overall product quality. Two groups of 50 heads broiler chickens each were used to evaluate nonconventional feed based on inedible dates (EPC) during 42 days. At the end of the experiment, EPC substitute 20% of maize without adversely affecting the rates of growth and mortality. After slaughter, the weight of the femoral muscles of the experimental birds was less than the control birds. But, the weight of the pectoral muscles was significantly higher in the experimental birds' carcasses compared to control group. Analysis of dry matter, protein, fat, and the levels of amino acids showed a significant difference. Control birds had a higher weight of skin and abdominal fat compared to experimental birds. Using energy-protein compound (EPC) based on inedible dates as an alternative for corn in broiler chicken's diets showed positive effect on meat quality, ameliorating weight and amino acids content in broiler's muscles. Thus, EPC can be used as compound to substitute 20% maize in the broiler diets, without affecting production performance.
Effect of cinnamaldehyde and 1, 8-cineole on performance, egg quality and some blood parameters of laying hens
Authors: CIMRIN TULAY
Published: December 2022

This study was aimed at determining the effects of the addition of cinnamaldehyde and 1, 8-cineole to laying hen rations on performance, egg quality and some blood parameters. For this purpose, 96 (48-week-old and initial body weight average 1,773.19 g) laying hens of the Bovans White lineage were used. Birds were fed on a standard basal ration (PC) and basal rations were added with 500 mg/kg of antibiotic (NC); 100 mg/kg of cinnamaldehyde (T1); and 100 mg/kg of 1, 8-cineole (T2) for 60 days. While the feed consumption levels of groups T1 and T2 were significantly lower than that of group PC, their egg production was significantly lower than that of groups PC and NC. When compared to groups PC and NC, it was observed that the feed additive given to group T2 had significantly reduced the feed conversion rate. All of the feed additives used in this study were determined to have decreased egg weight, eggshell strength and eggshell thickness, in comparison to the measurements of group PC. Furthermore, when compared to groups PC and NC, groups T1 and T2 were ascertained to have lower serum glucose and cholesterol levels. However, when compared to the other 3 groups, group T1 presented with significantly higher serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels and group T2 displayed a significantly higher rate of defective eggs. In result, the addition of cinnamaldehyde and 1, 8-cineole to the ration was observed to show a positive impact on serum glucose and cholesterol levels, and a negative impact on other performance parameters and eggshell quality. It was concluded that further more detailed investigation is required in this added to laying hen rations.
Morphometric and meristic study of four freshwater fish species of river Ganga
Authors: KAMBOJ NITIN , KAMBOJ VISHAL
Published: December 2022

The present study was carried out in Ganga River from Devprayag to Haridwar district of Uttarakhand to analyse morphometric measurement and meristic count of some selected fish species during April 2017 to March 2018. Specimens (20) of each fish species were collected from different zones of river Ganga and 24 morphometric measurements and eight meristic count parameters were studied for each fish species. The total length and weight of Cyprnius carpio ranged from 14â€“18 cm and 60â€“78 g; Mahseer fish species 21â€“28 cm and 120â€“185 g; 20â€“26 cm and 100â€“160 g (Labeo rohita) and 17â€“25 cm and 20â€“34 g (Xenentodon cancila) respectively were recorded during the study period. The regression coefficient â€˜bâ€™ shows higher growth rate with respect to Total length. It was maximum in case of standard length (b= 1.115) and lowest in pelvic fin length (b=0.146) for Cyprnius carpio, maximum in case of standard length (b=1.132) and lowest in pectoral fin length (b=0.126) for Mahseer, maximum in case of Fork and standard length (b=0.995) and lowest in length of caudal peduncle (b=0.135) for Labeo rohita and maximum in case of standard length (b=1.020) and lowest in case of pelvic fin length (b=0.018) for Xenentodon cancila respectively.
Meta-analysis of trichostatin A treatment effects on mouse somatic cell nuclear transfer
Authors: GUO ZHENHUA , LV LEI , LIU DI , LIANGWANG LIANGWANG
Published: December 2022

Improving somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) efficiency is challenging, and trichostatin A (TSA) has been implemented to improve this technique, but it does not work for porcine and monkey SCNT. Thus, a meta-analysis was done to understand the relationship between TSA and mouse SCNT. Published articles were collected using PubMed and ScienceDirect from 2000 to 2018. Total 15 studies were included that suggest TSA can improve SCNT mouse blastocyst formation and live birth. Most TSA effects studied were on histone deacetylase (HDACs), hence the impacts of TSA on the cytoplasm, specifically cancer signaling pathways, endoplasmic reticulum, and HDACs localization were investigated. It is likely that TSA benefits mouse SCNT because the nucleus is easy to remove. Using fluorescent labeling to remove nuclei and TSA incorporation, SNCT may be improved for pig and monkey studies.
Effect of dietary vanadium supplementation on growth performance, mineral balance and antioxidant activity in male Sahiwal calves
Authors: SINGH DIGVIJAY , DATT CHANDER , MISHRA AKASH , SHIVANI SWATI , GUPTA RITIKA , MANI VEENA
Published: December 2022

The study was aimed to examine the effect of supplementation of sodium metavandate (NaVO3) as source of vanadium on DMI intake, growth performance, antioxidant activity, level of mineral in plasma and their balance in male Sahiwal calves. The vanadium content in maize (Zea mays) and bajra (Pennisetum glaucum) grains was 58 ppb and 55 ppb while in berseem (Trifolium alexandrinum) and mustard (Brassica campestris) fodder it was 8.37 and 7.24 ppm, respectively. Male Sahiwal calves (20) of comparable age (6Â±0.82 months) and body weight (71Â±8.06 kg) were randomly allotted to 4 different treatments with replication of 5 animals in each. Supplementation was done with 0, 2, 4 and 8 ppm of vanadium in groups T1, T2, T3 and T4, respectively, for 120 days. Blood samples were collected at monthly intervals to examine antioxidant activity in blood, plasma and mineral levels. Feed consumption (DM intake, DM intake% BW) and growth rate did not show any significant effect of vanadium supplementation. Glutathione peroxidase activity was higher in groups T3 and T4 as compared to T1 and T2 whereas, SOD and catalase activity was similar in all the groups. Excretion and absorption patterns of Ca, P, Cu and Fe and their plasma levels were similar in different groups. However, vanadium and Zn balance and their plasma levels increased due to vanadium supplementation. The present study revealed that in growing calves, vanadium supplementation showed enhanced glutathione peroxidise activity, plasma Zn and vanadium levels.
Associated efficiency of Saccharomyces cerevisiae and vitamin E in ameliorating adverse effects of ochratoxin A on biochemical profile and immune response in broiler chickens
Authors: SINGH SATYENDRA , SINGH RAM , MANDAL A B
Published: December 2022

The associated efficacy of Saccharomyces cerevisiae and vitamin E, in ameliorating ochratoxicosis was investigated in broiler chickens. Day-old broiler chicks (320) were divided into 8 treatment groups, viz. T1 (control; basal diet); T2 (T1 + 150 ppb OTA); T3 (T2 + 0.05% SC + 100 mg vitamin E-VE); T4 (T2 + 0.075% SC + 100 mg VE); T5 (T2 + 0.1% SC + 100 mg VE); T6 (T2 + 0.05% SC + 200 mg VE); T7 (T2 + 0.075% SC + 200 mg VE) and T8 (T2 + 0.1% SC + 200 mg VE/kg diet). Each diet was fed to 5 replicated groups of 8 birds from 0â€“42 days of age. The total serum protein, cholesterol and haemoglobin content of control group (T1) was higher than that of ochratoxin fed group (T2). The serum protein, cholesterol and haemoglobin value in groups T5, T7 and T8 was higher than T2 but statistically similar to that of control. The serum uric acid, creatinine, ALP, SGOT, SGPT and H/L ratio value in T1 was lower than that of T2. The uric acid, creatinine, ALP, SGOT, SGPT and H/L ratio value in T5, T7 and T8 was lower than T2 and statistically similar to that of control. The CMI and HA titre value of T1 was higher than that of T2. The CMI and HA titre value in T5, T7 and T8 was higher than that of T2 but statistically similar to that of control. It can be concluded that ochratoxin contamination at the rate of 150 ppb in the feed resulted in decreased total serum protein, cholesterol and haemoglobin content and increased serum uric acid, creatinine, ALP, SGOT, SGPT and H/L ratio value. Inclusion of Saccharomyces cerevisiae at 0.1% level along with 100 mg vitamin E or Saccharomyces cerevisiae at 0.075% level along with 200 mg vitamin E/kg diet to the ochratoxin (150 ppb) contaminated feed ameliorated the adverse effects of ochratoxicosis on biochemical profile and immune response in broiler chickens.
Disadvantaged nomadic tribes of Jammu and Kashmir in the frame of livelihood security through animal rearing
Authors: WANI M H , BABA S H , BAZAZ NASEER HUSSAIN , ZARGER BILAL A , BHAT ARSHAD
Published: December 2022

This study was conducted to examine various disadvantages associated with livelihood of nomadic tribes and role of animal rearing in their upliftment in Jammu and Kashmir. It was found that majority of nomadic families belonged to very small flock size category and the number declined towards large flock size category. The results revealed that nomadic families took up one of the combinations of economic activities available to them, though animal domestication has been their dominant livelihood option. The estimates of linear function indicated land holding size, literacy, income from other sources and mortality as the significant determinants of livestock possession. The nomadic tribes experienced various kinds of disadvantages and among them mortality of animals was more severe and was observed maximum in large flock size category. The government spending under sub-tribal plans for the development of this section of society has received a setback in recent years. The findings of the study emphasized upon concerted efforts for redressal of the problems and sustainable upliftment of nomadic tribes.
In vitro probiotic properties of Bacillus sp isolated from biofloc reared genetically improved farmed tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
Authors: MENAGA M , FELIX S , CHARULATHA M
Published: December 2022

A study was conducted to investigate the probiotic potential of the bacterial species from biofloc reared genetically improved farmed tilapia (GIFT) using in vitro quantitative assays. Based on the morphological, biochemical and 16S rRNA sequencing analysis, isolated bacterial species from GIFT gut were identified as Bacillus infantis, Exiguobacterium profundum, Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus megaterium. The in vitro probiotic properties such as bile salt hydrolase activity, bile tolerance, growth at different bile concentrations, antibiotic susceptibility test, antimicrobial activity, auto aggregation test, bacterial adhesion to hydrocarbons and resistance to gastric acidity were performed. All the isolates showed higher resistance to bile tolerance test and growth of cultures was observed from 0.5 to 8% bile salt concentrations. The distinct zone of hydrolysis was marked in the tested isolates in bile salt hydrolysis activity. Except B. infantis, all the other three isolates were predominantly resistant to the tested antibiotics. Antimicrobial activity against three pathogens, viz. Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Vibrio harveyi and Aeromonas hydrophila was observed in all the isolates. E. profundum and B. subtilis showed improved auto aggregation. Enhanced resistance to bile salt adhesion to hydrocarbon and in vitro gastric acidity (pH 3) was seen in B. megaterium. It is one of such unique studies confirming the probiotic effect of Bacillus sp. isolated mainly from GIFT biofloc culture. B. subtilis and B. megaterium exhibited remarkable in vitro probiotic properties and thus can be recommended as a successful probiotic strain for fish farming.
Examination of Anatomic and Morphometric Features of Kager’s Triangle
Authors: SOLAK DÖNER Rabia , KELEŞ Papatya , KARİP Burak
Published: December 2022

Abstract

Background/aim: In this study, it was aimed to determine the morphometric properties of the Kager’s triangle, which is located in the posterior region of the ankle where interventional procedures are frequently performed and contains fat pad.

Materials and methods: For our study, bilateral lower extremity of 4 female and 4 male cadavers were dissected. Tibia length, fibula length, foot length, intermaleolar length, intercondylar length, gastrocnemius muscle’s medial head and lateral head and tendon length, floor, anterior margin, posterior margin lengths and area of Kager’s triangle were measured in the cadavers. Descriptive and statistical analysis of the morphometric measurements we made was performed.

Results: All 3 parts of the Kager’s triangle, which are defined anatomically in the literature, have been observed. The base of the Kager’s triangle is an average of 24.33±2.05 mm in women and 31.44±3.84 mm in men. The anterior border of Kager's triangle is 60.10±6.56 mm in females and 67.19±19.05 mm in males. The posterior border of Kager's triangle was found to be 55.61±6.38 mm in women and 72.52±17.56 mm in men. The area of Kager's triangle was found to be 6.74±1.15 cm² on average in females and 9.06±1.85 cm² in males.

Conclusion: The data obtained will be a guide for the injections to be applied to the region or surgical interventions to be performed in the region, especially for the treatment of pathologies such as Achilles tendinopathy in this region. It is aimed that this study will contribute to the literature on the anatomy of the relevant region