bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Healing Anger Through Narrative Poetry: Seneca’s Theory of Anger in Jason Reynolds’s Long Way Down
Authors:   The Korean Society For Teaching English Literature, Lee Dong-hwan
Published: May 2024

This study delves into the intricate exploration of amorphous anger within the first-person narrator of Jason Reynolds’s Long Way Down, employing Seneca’s Stoic theories on anger and clemency. Triggered by the tragic death of his brother, William Holloman, the narrator seeks to understand his anger by crafting narrative poetry. Imagined dialogues with six ghosts, each meeting a dismal demise, unveil the fallacy of poetic justice in the local community William once trusted by William. The ritualistic adherence to a deceptive convention known as the Rules merely functions as an emotional release valve, providing temporary relief under the guise of righteous revenge. By distancing himself from the flawed poetic justice, William conveys heartfelt condolences for the violent deaths of those he once considered acquaintances. Finally, exposing the hollowness of the established norms, he embraces an ethical stance, aspiring to reconstruct a new and flexible way of defining justice grounded in empathy, coexistence, and respect for others.
The Aesthetical Ethics of Hypertext in Posthuman Age: Brian Selznick’s The Invention of Hugo Cabret
Authors:   The Korean Society For Teaching English Literature, Lee Chung-Hee
Published: May 2024

This paper aims to search for the aesthetical ethics through understanding the multimodal text, Brian Selznick’s The Invention of Hugo Cabret, and to suggest the vital vision for the survival of literature at the digital culture in the posthuman age. As an orphaned boy, Hugo finds the history of silent movie and recovers George Méliès’s identity as the silent movie producer. His investigation into the past turns out to find the newness and to open the vibrant future. As this hybrid graphic novel shows the changes from the written text to digital hypertext, it asserts that new media is constructed on the basis of old previous media, and we should find the solutions in the relationships with past and future. This novel resurrects vibrantly the multimodal form borrowed from the cinematic technique through the printed book. As the genres are mixed at the process of creating the new media, the complex combinations with image and text represent the microsome of media environment. Selznick’s vital multimodal form initiates an innovative storytelling, because it gives the opportunities to find the futuristic way in the excessive digital culture and to achieve the ethical vision through the participatory reading.
Analisis Keamanan Infrastruktur Jaringan Berdasarkan Cyber Kill Chain Framework
Authors: Panggabean Utama Hasiolan , Soewito Benfano
Published: May 2024

This study concentrates on examining the security of network infrastructure using the cyber kill chain framework approach. The research is conducted within a company operating in network security services. In its operations, it offers a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) containing various crucial information such as applications, internal data, client data, and product demos. Despite the attractive features of cloud computing, there are significant threats as well. Handling attacks cannot be swiftly and efficiently executed, resulting in temporary operational unavailability until the attacks are resolved. This research delves into the security of the company's infrastructure by testing several points of vulnerability exploited by malicious parties. The cyber kill chain framework approach is employed to systematically assess the company's infrastructure. The study reveals that certain issues have been adequately detected; however, security gaps persist, as evidenced by the testing conducted and the inadequate response from the company's security systems.
Taxonomic Studies on Myrsinaceae of India-I. a New Species and Review of Genus Sadiria Mez
Authors: Nayar M. P. , Giri G. S.
Published: May 2024

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Phaius luridus Thw. (Orchidaceae)-a New Record for India, from Agastiya Hills, South India
Authors: Joseph J.
Published: May 2024

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Eulophia Mannii Hook. F.-a Scarcely Known Ground Orchid from Assam
Authors: Rao A. S. , Hajra P. K.
Published: May 2024

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Hedychium Radiatum & H. robustum (Zingiberaceae)-Two New Species from Kameng District, Arunachal Pradesh
Authors: Rao A. S. , Hajra P. K.
Published: May 2024

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Contribution to the Pollen Morphology of the Family Capparaceae
Authors: Mitra Krishna
Published: May 2024

Present work deals with a detailed palynological investigation on 147 species distributed over 23 genera of the family Capparaceae. Most of these are Asian and African species with few American ones.Pollen characters have been found useful in the delimitation of subfamily, tribe and genera to certain extent. In certain cases interspecific relationship is exposed by correlating pollen and seed characters together.This study will be helpful in the living and fossil pollen analysis.
Distribution of Carnivorous Plants in West Bengal
Authors: Basak R. K.
Published: May 2024

The distribution of 18 species of carnivorous plants in the different districts of West Bengal is recorded with annotations. Some of these are new records for the state of West Bengal.
Foliar Epidermal Studies in Rosaceae II: Prunus
Authors: Singh V. , Jain D. K.
Published: May 2024

Foliar epidermal structure of 16 species of Prunus is described in this paper and its taxononiic significance is discussed.
Tiliacora acuminata (Lam.) Miers
Authors: Kundu B. C. , Guha Suhita
Published: May 2024

From the time of Colebrooke (1921) who established the genus Tiliacora there have been variation in the description of floral characters of T. acuminata (Lam.) Miers. These have been cleared in the present paper. Notes on anatomy, cytology and palynology have also been given.
Evidence of Relationship between X = 9 and X = 7 Groups of Pennisetum Species at Intraspecific Level
Authors: Muralimohan Reddy B. , Chatterji A. K.
Published: May 2024

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Bul-Bil Shoots in Arenga Engleri Becc
Authors: Basu S. K.
Published: May 2024

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Poaceae of Karnataka State
Authors: Singh N. P. , Deshpande U. R. , Raghavan R. S.
Published: May 2024

The paper lists 364 species, and varieties belonging to 114 genera of family Poaceae occurring in the Karnataka State. The occurrence of the-taxa is indicated districtwise within the State. One species is reported as new distributional record for India and 26 species for the State.
Notes on Rare Plants from Khasi Hills, Meghalaya
Authors: Deori N. C. , Bhaumik G. H.
Published: May 2024

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Burmannia championii Thw. - An Addition to the Flora of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Authors: Balakrishnan N. P.
Published: May 2024

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Coelogyne glandulosa Lindl and its Two New Varieties
Authors: Das Sandhyajyoti , Jain S. K.
Published: May 2024

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Fimbristylis narayani C. E. C. Fischer - A New Record from North West Himalaya
Authors: Murthy Krishna
Published: May 2024

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Studies on the Flora of the Rajasthan Desert-A Review
Authors: Shetty B. V. , Pandey R. P.
Published: May 2024

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Status of Floristic Studies of Meghalaya
Authors: Bhaumik G. H. , Rao M. K. V.
Published: May 2024

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Floristic Studies in Karnataka-Past, Present and Future
Authors: Razi B. A.
Published: May 2024

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Floristic Studies in North-Western India-Present Status and Future Strategy
Authors: Wadhwa B. M.
Published: May 2024

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Role of Forest Officers in Botanical Exploration in India
Authors: Tiwari S. D. N.
Published: May 2024

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The Dehra Dun Herbarium
Authors: Vaid K. M.
Published: May 2024

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Proper Preservation of Specimens
Authors: Mukerjee S. K.
Published: May 2024

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The Rapinat Herbarium (RHT)
Authors: Matthew K. M.
Published: May 2024

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Algal, Floristics in India-A Resume
Authors: Prasad Braj Nandan , Mehrotra R. K.
Published: May 2024

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Studies on Pteridophytes in the Botanical Survey of India
Authors: Dixit R. D.
Published: May 2024

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Contributions to the Flora of Kangra Valley Part I-Dharamshala-Palampur Tract
Authors: Kapur S. K. , Sarin Y. K.
Published: May 2024

Systematic census of the flowering plants and ferns of the western portions of the Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh has been done. Total number of species enumerated in this paper is 399 (Angiosperms 389, Gymnosperms 2 and Pteridophytes 8).
A Study of Weeds on the River Banks of Kathmandu Valley
Authors: Majumdar N. P.
Published: May 2024

The paper deals with weeds found along the river banks of the Kathmandu valley. It lists 219 species in 156 genera belonging to 50 families. Pilea peploides Hk. & Arn. is recorded here for the first time from the valley.
On the Nomenclature of some Indian Grasses
Authors: Shukla U. , Jain S. K.
Published: May 2024

The paper reviews present nomenclature of some Indian grasses. Taxonomy of 5 species is discussed and correct names of about 50 grasses are listed.
Ranunculus Sardous Crantz. - a New Introduction in India
Authors: Mukherjee A. K. , Sinha A.
Published: May 2024

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Some Interesting New Uses of the well known Plant Vitex Negundo Linn. (Nisinda)
Authors: Tarafder C. R.
Published: May 2024

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Cytological Studies in the Genus Amaryllis
Authors: Guha Suhita
Published: May 2024

One species and eight horticultural varieties of Amaryllis show a basic number of x=11, which is the predominant basic number of the family. In both Amaryllis belladonna and Amaryllis-Mrs. Garfield the normal somatic number is 2n=22. All the seven colour varieties of Amaryllis-Giant Dutch have 2n=44 chromosomes. These varieties differ from one another in the minor alterations of the chromosome types suggesting the role of minor structural alterations in evolution. In addition to the normal somatic complement a number of variant nuclei with altered karyotypes have been recorded.
A Note on Potentilla wallichiana Del. Ex Lehm. Var. Ternata Wolf (Rosaceae) from Eastern India
Authors: Panigrahi G. , Dixit B. K.
Published: May 2024

Potentilla wallichiana Delile ex Lehm. (1831) is established as a later homonym of P. wallichiana Ser. (1825). Consequently, P. wallichiana var. ternata Wolf (1908), non P. ternata C. Koch (1847), a legitimate infra-specific taxon of an illegitimate name, is raised to the species rank and is described here as P. khasiana C. B. Clarke ex B. K. Dixit et Panigrahi. A key to distinguish it from the allied taxon, P. sundaica (Bl.) 0. Kuntze is provided.
Critical Notes on the Status of Microstylis andamanica King & Pantl. & EuloPhia decipiens Kurz
Authors: Balakrishnan N. P. , Vasudeva Rao M. K.
Published: May 2024

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A New Species of Jasminum (Oleaceae) from Andaman Islands
Authors: Balakrishnan N. P. , Nair N. G.
Published: May 2024

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Two New Records of Compositae from West Bengal
Authors: Sikdar J. K. , Maiti G. G.
Published: May 2024

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On a Recollection of a few Rare Plants from Karnataka
Authors: Singh N. P.
Published: May 2024

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Vegetation of the Pathorg Ora Phosphate Mines Area, Singhbhum District, Bihar
Authors: Nandi S. C. , Mukherjee P. K.
Published: May 2024

Vegetation of the phosphate mines area at Pathorgora, in Singhbhum Dist., Bihar is discussed. Near-absence of Sal (Shores robusta Gaertn. f.) is the most dominant feature. Occurrences of plants in relation to phosphate ore are also discussed.
New Plant Records for Rajasthan
Authors: Shetty B. V. , Vyas B. L. , Pandey R. P. , Parmar P. J.
Published: May 2024

Ten species of angiosperms are reported for the first time from Rajasthan.
The Genus Rhynchospora Vahl in India
Authors: Verma D. M. , Chandra Veena
Published: May 2024

A study of the genus Rhynchospora Vahl (Cyperaceae) based on its collections in various Indian herbaria and literature has revealed the presence of eight species and two varieties in India. These have been suitably distinguished, described and illustrated, with notes on taxonomy, ecology and distribution. Two new varietal combinations have been prosposed under R. rugosa (Vahl) Gale.
Ethnobotanical Notes on Certain Medicinal Plants among some Garo People around Balphakram Sanctuary in Meghalaya
Authors: Kumar Y. , Haridasan K. , Rao R. R.
Published: May 2024

54 medicinal plants used by the tribals of Balphakram Sanctuary in Meghalaya are reported in this paper. In the enumeration all the speicies are arranged alphabetically and family names and lccal names (Garo names) are also given. Detailed uses of these plants as suggested by the natives are mentioned. It is, however, suggested 'to carry out chemical screening to identify the active principles in these plants before concluding any thing on their uses.
Some Nomenclatural Notes on Fam. Gentianaceae
Authors: Agrawal Sunita , Bhattacharyya U. C.
Published: May 2024

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A Note on Gentianella Gentianoides (Franchet) H. Smith (Gentianaceae)
Authors: Agrawal Sunita , Bhattacharyya U. C.
Published: May 2024

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Some Rare and Noteworthy Plants from Maharashtra
Authors: Sharma B. D. , Kulkarni B. G.
Published: May 2024

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Five Plant Records for Kerala
Authors: Nair V. J. , Ramachandran V. S.
Published: May 2024

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Ceropegia Panchganiensis Blatt. et McCann (Asclepiadaceae) - a Little Known Species, Rediscovered
Authors: Ansari M. Y.
Published: May 2024

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Cassia uniflora Mill. (Caesalp1niaceae)-a New Record for India
Authors: Raghavan R. S.
Published: May 2024

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Rediscovery of Eugenia Discifera Gamble (Myrtaceae) and its Lectotypification
Authors: Nair N. C. , Srinivasan S. R.
Published: May 2024

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Rediscovery of Three Rare and Endemic Plants of India
Authors: Mohanan M. , Henry A. N.
Published: May 2024

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K. Cherian Jacob (1890-1972): A Profile
Authors: Gopalan R. , Chandrabose M.
Published: May 2024

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Floristic Studies in Trichur District, Kerala
Authors: Ramamurthy K. , Chandrasekaran V.
Published: May 2024

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A Contribution to the Botany of Quilon District, Kerala
Authors: Mohanan C. N.
Published: May 2024

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A Botanical Trip to Lakshadweep
Authors: Sivadasan M. , Joseph K. T.
Published: May 2024

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Studies on the Grass Flora of Erstwhile Madras Presidency-A Review
Authors: Nair V. J. , Nair N. C.
Published: May 2024

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A Floristic Study of Halophytes of the Pichavaram Mangroves
Authors: Krishnamurthy K. , Kannan L. , Prince Jeyaseelan M. J. , Palaniappan R. , Sultan Ali M. A.
Published: May 2024

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Grasslands of South India and its Ecology, Floristic Composition and Utility
Authors: Chinnamani S.
Published: May 2024

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Observations on the Vegetation of Parali Forest, Nilgiri-Tamil Nadu
Authors: Vajravelu E. , Chandrasekaran R.
Published: May 2024

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Peninsular Indian Impatiens L. (Balsaminaceae)
Authors: Bhaskar V. , Razi B. A.
Published: May 2024

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Contributions to the Biosystematics in the Subtribe Liparidinae Benth. (Orchidaceae) with Particular Reference to South Indian Species
Authors: Hegde Sadanand N.
Published: May 2024

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Studies on Indian Podostemaceae
Authors: Nagendran C. R. , Arekal G. D.
Published: May 2024

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Rare and Little-Known Orchids from the Erstwhile Presidency of Madras
Authors: Rathakrishnan N. C.
Published: May 2024

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Conserving the Flora of the Peninsular Hills
Authors: Dayanandan P.
Published: May 2024

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Pharmacognostic Studies on Powdered Flowers of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. and its Adulterants
Authors: Mudgal V. , Kayal R. N.
Published: May 2024

The diagnostic, characters of flower powders of H. rosa-sinensis and its adulterants have been worked out in the present study. The powder of the genuine drug can be identified on the basis of frequency of different types of trichomes, measurements of pollen grains and its spines, number of pores and fluorescence response under ultra-violet lamp.
Vegetation of Catchment and Submergence Area under Gosunda Irrigation Project, Chittorgarh (Rajasthan)
Authors: Singh V. , Pandey R. P.
Published: May 2024

The present paper deals with the indigenous vegetation of a part of Chittorgarh district (submergence and catchment area under Gosunda Irrigation Project) and the major plant communities in different habitats, including plants frequently occurring in them. A total number of 276 species belonging to 237 genera and 77 families have been recorded.
Wild Edible Plants of Kashmir-Some less Known Vegetable Substitutes and Beverages
Authors: Koul A. K. , Karihaloo J. L. , Hamal Irshad A.
Published: May 2024

Twenty wild plants: Coronopus didymus L., Dipsacus mitis D. Don, Eremurus persicus Boiss., Gagea stipitata Merkl., G. dshungarica Rgl., G. elegans Wall., G. kashmiriensis Turril, Lactuca serriola L., Lamium amplexicaule L., Melilotus albus Medikus, M. indica All., Ranunculus arvensis L., R. muricatus L., Scandix pecten-venaris L., Silone conoidea L., Silene cucubalis Wibel., Sisymbrium loesolii L., Tulipa clusiana DC., Bergenia ligulata (Wall.) Engl. and Indigofera gerardiana Wall. ex. Baker have been reported to be used as vegetable substitutes or as beverages. Various portions of these plants are consumed by people of hilly areas of Kashmir.
One New Species and one New Record from India in the Genus Utricularia
Authors: Joseph J. , Mani J.
Published: May 2024

The paper deals with Utricularia tayloriana Joseph et Mani, a new species and U. stanfieldii P. Taylor, a new record from India.
New and Noteworthy Plants for Karnataka State
Authors: Singh N. P.
Published: May 2024

13 new and noteworthy plants for the State of Karnataka are discussed in the present paper. Of these two Albizia julibrissin Durazz. and A. mollis Boiv., are Himalayan species and show disjunct distribution; three viz. Pavonia arabica Hochst. ex Steud., Tephrosia uniflora Pers. subsp. petrosa (Blatt. & Hall.) Gill. & Ali and Salvia aegyptiaca L., are dry area plants and show discontinuous distribution; two viz. Schouwia arabica (Vahl) A. P. DC. and Crotularia vestita Baker are recorded for the first time from Peninsular India; and the remaining six plants are new recrods for Karnataka State.
A Rare Species of Agapetes D. Don Ex G. Don (Ericaceae)
Authors: Deb D. B. , Raghavan R. S.
Published: May 2024

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An Interesting Cattle Alarm of 'Sahariya' Cultivators
Authors: Joshi Prabhakar
Published: May 2024

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Atypical Viviparous Condition in Bruguiera cylindrica (L.) BL. (Rhizophoraceae)
Authors: Ananda Rao T. , Chakraborti S. , Prema Nath R. K.
Published: May 2024

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A Note on Linum mysorence
Authors: Rogers C. M.
Published: May 2024

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On Abnormal Fronds of Asplenium nidus L. (Aspleniaceae) from Manipur, Eastern India
Authors: Lal Jagdish , Pandey H. S.
Published: May 2024

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Two Nomenclatural Combinations in Podostemaceae
Authors: Janardhanan K. P.
Published: May 2024

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Notes on Brachystelma elenaduensis (Asclepiadaceae)
Authors: Arekal Govindappa D. , Ramakrishna T. M.
Published: May 2024

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A New Variety of Sabia campanulata Wall. (Sabiaceae) from Sikkim
Authors: Nayar M. P. , Majumdar S. C.
Published: May 2024

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Studies on the Distribution of the Genus Spiraea L. (Rosaceae)
Authors: Purohit K. M. , Panigrahi G.
Published: May 2024

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Arundinella setosa Trin. Var. Lanifera C. E. C. Fischer - An Interesting Record from Madhya Pradesh
Authors: Murti Srikrishna
Published: May 2024

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On the Status of some Endemics (?) in India-II
Authors: Mehrotra Ajay
Published: May 2024

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A Note on Two Endemic Species of Micromeles Decne. (Rosaceae) in India
Authors: Panigrahi G.
Published: May 2024

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Role of Tissue Culture in the Study of Aquatic Plants
Authors: Mohan Ram H. Y. , Kakkar Meenakshi
Published: May 2024

There has been a revival of interest in the study of aquatic angiosperms. Escalating population pressure and dwindling resources have urged scientists to harness the untapped potential of aquatic plant wealth. Safe and effective control measures are needed to check the spread of water weeds. The problems and advantages of growing whole plants under axenic conditions have been summarised. The uses to which this technique can be put have been outlined. A brief account of the basic knowledge on growth, regeneration, heterophylly, flowering, pollination, reproduction, genetic variability and taxonomy gained from the tissue culture of aquatic plants has been presented.
New Taxa of the Genus Psychotria (Rubiaceae) in India
Authors: Deb D. B. , Gangopadhyay Mohan
Published: May 2024

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A New Species of Spiraea L. (Rosaceae) from Himachal Pradesh, India
Authors: Purohit K. M. , Panigrahi G.
Published: May 2024

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New Taxa of Osbeckia L. with a Note on O. lineolata Gamble
Authors: Giri G. S. , Nayar M. P.
Published: May 2024

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A New Species of Illigera Blume (Hernandiaceae) from India
Authors: Nayar M. P. , Giri G. S.
Published: May 2024

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Polygala Arillata Complex in India and Burma
Authors: Banerjee R. N. , Giri G. S. , Majumdar N. C.
Published: May 2024

A critical review of the Polygala arillata complex is presented here. The study has resulted in five new combinations with higher status viz. P. arillata var. chartacea (P. arillata forma chartacea) ; P. arillata var. revoluta (P. arillata form a revoluta) ; P. angustifolia (P. arillata var. angustifolia ; P. angustifolia var. scandens (P. arillata forma scandens) ; P. globulifera var. kachinensis (P. arillata forma kachinensis) and several new distributional records. A diagnostic key to P. arillata complex and few illustrations are also provided for easy identification.
On the Species of Buellia and Diplotomma from Manipur, India
Authors: Singh K. P. , Singh S. P.
Published: May 2024

The paper reports the occurrence of 15 species of Buellia and 5 species of Diplotomma from Manipur, India. Out of these, 2 species viz.-Buellia conspirans and Diplotomma chlorophaea are new records for India and therefore, are described in detail. Diplotomma chlorophaea is made a new combination. A key to the all species is also provided to facilitate their identification in the area.
A New Species of Saxifraga from Tibet
Authors: Wadhwa B. M.
Published: May 2024

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Elaeagnus kanaii Momiyama - an Addition to the Indian Flora
Authors: Basu D. , Malhotra C. L.
Published: May 2024

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Selaginella Minutifolia Spring - New to India
Authors: Dixit R. D.
Published: May 2024

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Biological Spectrum of the Vegetation of North-East Haryana in India
Authors: Jain S. P. , Singh J. S.
Published: May 2024

The present paper deals with the study of the Biological spectrum of the vegetation of North-East Haryana. A detailed study of different life-forms indicated that Nanophanero phytes (N) and Hemicryptophytes (Hc) are poorly represented. The study also indicates the presence of therochamaephytic (42%, 22%) flora. The dominance of therophytes might have partly resulted from disturbance in vegetation due to heavy grazing and exploitation of forests for extensive cultivation. A comparison of the biological spectrum of this area with those of other regions of India reveals that the climate is semi-arid.
A Review of the Asiatic Dalbergieae
Authors: Thothathri K.
Published: May 2024

The Asiatic Dalbergieae is restricted to only 2 genera while the remaining genera have been assigned to subtribes as discussed in this paper.
Vanilla Wightiana Lindl. (Orchidaceae) - a New Record for the Eastern Ghats
Authors: Rao Rolla S. , Sudhakar S.
Published: May 2024

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Woodsia Cycloloba Hand.-Mazz. (Woodsiaceae) - a Rare Fern from Nandadevi National Park, Chamoli District, Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Hajra P. K. , Dixit R. D.
Published: May 2024

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Listera Tenuis Lindl.-a Rare and Interesting Orchid from the North Western Himalaya
Authors: Hajra P. K. , Daniel P.
Published: May 2024

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Additions to the Pteridophytic Flora of Sikkim Himalayas
Authors: Krishna B. , Chakraborty P.
Published: May 2024

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Rediscovery of Carex Borii Nelmes (Cyperaceae) from Lahul Valley (H. P.)
Authors: Juyal Neelam , Aswal B. S. , Mehrotra B. N.
Published: May 2024

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Oreopteris elwesii (Bak.) Holtt. - a Poorly Known Endemic Fern, Rediscovered
Authors: Dixit R. D. , Ghosh S. R.
Published: May 2024

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A Note on the Genus Dickasonia Williams (Orchidaceae)
Authors: Deori N. C.
Published: May 2024

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Peucedanum thomsonii Cl. - a Rare Indian Umbellifer Rediscovered
Authors: Hamal I. A. , Koul A. K.
Published: May 2024

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A New Species of Agapetes (Vaccinaceae) from Arunachal Pradesh, India
Authors: Thothathri K. , Pal G. D.
Published: May 2024

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A Contribution to the Flora of Sariska Tiger Reserve, Alwar District, Rajasthan
Authors: Parmar P. J.
Published: May 2024

Sariska Tiger Reserve, one of the 15 Tiger reserves of India, is located in the undulating plateau lands and wide valleys of the hill ranges of Aravalli system, near the civil district of Alwar in Rajasthan. Established in the year 1978-79, it is about 140 km from Jaipur on Jaipur-Delhi State Highway and spreads over a total area of 800 sq. km with a core area of 498 sq. km. The reserve consisting of 37 forest blocks is a classic example of a rare amalgamation of natural history and archaeology. The 9th and 10th century ruins of the Siva temple of Grah Rajer, the Mediaeval fort of Kankwari and the Tomb of Lord Bhartrihari add to the grandeur of this reserve which abounds in wild life. The paper deals with a short history, Topography, Fauna & Vegetation of the area.
A New Species of Lactuca (Asteraceae) from Himachal Pradesh, India
Authors: Mamgain S. K. , Rao R. R.
Published: May 2024

During the course of a revisionary study on the subtribe Lactuceae in India, the authors encountered some specimens which showed affinities with Lactuca rapuncubides Clarke in the general habit of plant, shape of upper and lower leaves, in the drooping nature of the inflorescence and in having outer involucral bracts much shorter than the inner. Critical examination of these specimens both at BSD and DD, particularly the achene character and the involucre, proved that these specimens belong to a new species, which is described here.
Rheede's Ferns in Hortus Malabaricus
Authors: Datta Anukul
Published: May 2024

Rheede named nineteen species of ferns in Malayalam in his Hortus Malabaricus (Vol. 12, 1703). The botanical identity of these species made by eminent authors through ages has been studied. The study reveals that the names which were ascribed to these taxa earlier are mostly invalid now. The present work is devoted to establish their current botanical names through close examination of Rheedean plates and literature and current nomenclatural studies.
A New Species of Ardisia (Myrsinaceae) from Burma
Authors: Nayar M. P. , Giri G. S.
Published: May 2024

The paper presents the description of a new species from Burma with illustration.
Cleisostoma Uraiensis (Hayata) Garay & Sweet (Orchidaceae) in the Nicobar Islands, India
Authors: Vasudeva Rao M. K.
Published: May 2024

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Impatiens Aganantha Hook. F. (Balsaminaceae) - a New Record for India
Authors: Ghara L. K. , Ghara Chhabi
Published: May 2024

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Notes on Two Species of Loxogramme Presl (Pteridophyta) in the Eastern Himalayas
Authors: Singh S. , Panigrahi G.
Published: May 2024

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The Status of Corydalis Longlbracteata Ludlow (Fumariaceae) Described From the Himalayas
Authors: Ellis J. L.
Published: May 2024

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Inter-Relationship between Certain Unfamiliar Animals and Plants
Authors: Davis T. A.
Published: May 2024

Living in an environment totally devoid of green vegetation, man turns crazy as is often experienced by scientists who have to live in the white wilderness of the Arctic ice-cap. They create artificial cardboard conifers to soothen the famished eye. A few examples of special relationship between animals and plants are given below. For the baya weaverbird (Ploceus philippinus), green strands of leaf blades at the nest is a sign of industriousness, and males who can weave efficient nests get many mates during one season. For the aboriginee women of Jeya, the bark of Cinnamomum kami is a defense against their brutal husband. When harassed, they threaten to eat kami and become sexually sterile, not capable of producing a male issue who is the pride and support for the father at his old age. The male deer-pig (Babirussa babirussa) always sharpens his tusk on the butress-roots of Canarium sp. Where such buttressed trees are felled or not available, the animal migrates to another region. The malleefowl (Leipoa ocellata) piles leaves and brambles over its large, 10-m wide nest. With rains, the organic materials liberate heat enough to hatch the eggs of the fowl that doesn't brood over the eggs. At the reclaimed land of the Sumatra swamps, where the natural ecosystem is disturbed by coconut plantations, rare crustacean and mammalian pests start ravanging the coconut. Small-holders grow pineapple, tapioca, banana and yams at the borders of gardens established in forest areas for these pests to get satiated with their produce and spare the coconut. Man endeavours to improve the dry and parched soil to raise a green coconut Canopy by difficult means. He even converts the marshy swamps by providing suitable drainage system into a land suitable for raising crop plants. Man is also capable of replacing an uneconomic crop in favour of an attractive one, thus going upto the extent of clearing mountains of Coconuts in favour of more paying crops bke the clove. The largest flower (Refflesia arnoldi) and the gigantic arum (Amorphophallus titanum) emit odour unbearable for human being in order to attract pollinating agents. Coconut trichomes serve as poison to insect pests like Setora nitens and Chalcoscelids sp. Particularly in South India, people are causing the rapid disappearance of the "karpaka vriksham", (Borassus flabellifer), the hope for people of dry regions. The Caconut crab (Birgus latro) is alleged to subsist mostly on coconut and hence its popular name. However, thus has recently been proved to be untrue since the crab can live without coconut. The painted stork carries green twigs to its nest having chicks. DO these twigs protect the chicks from diseases, pests or excessive heat? The common crow, Corvus splendens is an example for an animal that reduces its dependence on plants. It switches over to metal nests in place of the traditional nest made of twigs and brambles.
Exploitation of the Chemical Basis of Insect Plant Interrelationships for Ecologically Compatible Pest Management
Authors: Sharma R. N.
Published: May 2024

Plants constitute basic elements in the biosphere fabric and the continuous interaction of insects with plants. The secretion of some chemicals by plant forces insects to change their habits. In this paper such changes have been discussed for exploitation of these types of chemicals in developing ecologically compatible pest management.
Taxonomic Revision of Mycetia Reinw. (Rubiaceae) in Indian Subcontinent
Authors: Deb D. B.
Published: May 2024

Taxonomic revision of Mycetia Reinw. (Rubiaceae) in Indian subcontinent is presented with typification, synonymy, illustrations, key, descriptions, distribution, phenology, ecology and citations of specimens etc. Nine species are described including one new species Mycetia rodgeri Deb et Mondal, SP. nov. and a species is reduced to subspecific status as M. stipulata Hook. f. subsp. macrostachya (Hook.f.) Deb comb. & stat. nov.
The Scenario of Plant Genetic Resources
Authors: Babu C. R. , Gopinathan M. C.
Published: May 2024

The economic and technological potentials, and conservation of vanishing genetic resources are discussed in the light of prevailing global ecological conditions with particular reference to tropics.
A Vanishing Endemic Cycad of Indian Peninsula
Authors: Ahmedullah M. , Nayar M. P.
Published: May 2024

The evergreen palm-like cycads comprise species ca 20 species in wild or cultivation throughout the tropics and subtropics of the world. There are only 5 species of Cycas L. in India. Cycas beddomei Dyer is endemic to the Eastern Ghats of India with a limited distributional range covering the Cuddapah and Tirupati Hills of Andhra Prdesh. Geologically these hills are part of the 'chegyar' sub-series of cuddapah formation belonging to the erstwhile landmass of gondwanaland.
A New Species of Gomphostemma Wall. (Lamiaceae) from Meghalaya, India
Authors: Chauhan A. S.
Published: May 2024

A new species of Gomphostemma nayarii Chauhan has been described from Meghalaya.
New Taxa in Capparaceae
Authors: Sundara Raghavan R.
Published: May 2024

During a revison of Capparaceae for the Flora of India Project, three new taxa were observed which are described below. Two species viz Capparis srilankensis and Stixis nayarii do not occur in India proper whereas Cleome viscosa var. negarjunakondensis, as it presently known, is confined to Andhra Pradesh in India.
Addressing African Swine Fever : Protocols and Guidelines for Laboratory Diagnosis
Authors:   WOA
Published: May 2024

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and other partners have been actively working in countries affected or at risk of incursion by African swine fever (ASF). This manual is an updated and expanded version of guidance first published in 2020 following the emergence of ASF in China, other Asian countries, and countries of the Pacific and Caribbean regions.
IDENTIFIKASI KESULITAN PESERTA DIDIK DALAM MEMAHAMI KONSEP TERMOKIMIA MENGGUNAKAN “TWO-TIER MULTIPL CHOICE DIAGNOSTIC TEST PADA PESERTA DIDIK KELAS XI MIA
Authors: Rasyidah Rasyidah , Suharto Bambang , Kusasi Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Telah dilakukan penelitian tentang mengidentifikasi kesulitan peserta didik memahami termokimia menggunakan “two-tier multiple choice” pada kelas XI MIA 1 SMAN 1 Karau Kuala. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui (1) tingkat kesulitan pemahaman peserta didik dalam konsep termokimia, (2) mengetahui penyebab kesulitan peserta didik dalam memahami konsep termokimia. Metode penelitian adalah deskriptif. Populasi penelitian ini adalah peserta didik kelas XI MIA 1 SMAN 1 Karau Kuala dengan jumlah sampel 15 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan instrumen tes diagnostik two-tier multiple choice, dan wawancara. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa tingkat kesulitan peserta didik dalam memahami konsep pada materi termokimia adalah 63,33%. Penyebab peserta didik kesulitan memahami konsep termokimia yaitu faktor internal, peserta didik kurang mengingat materi yang sudah dipelajari, peserta didik kurang konsentrasi pada saat guru menjelaskan dan peserta didik juga kurang memahami materi yang bersifat hitungan.
PENGEMBANGAN INSTRUMEN SOAL HIGHER-ORDER THINKING SKILLS (HOTS) BERBASIS GOOGLE FORM UNTUK MENGUKUR HASIL BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK PADA MATERI HIDROLISIS GARAM
Authors: Sholeha Dinda Fina , Kusasi Muhammad , Bakti Iriani
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan instrumen soal HOTS berbasis Google Form yang valid dan praktis sebagai alat ukur hasil belajar peserta didik pada materi hidrolisis garam. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode penelitian dan pengembangan model Borg & Gall. Sampel penelitian ini adalah 5 orang validator yang terdiri dari 2 orang dosen Program Studi Pendidikan Kimia FKIP ULM Banjarmasin, 1 orang ahli materi, dan 2 orang guru kimia di SMAN 2 Banjarmasin, serta peserta didik kelas XI MIPA SMAN 2 Banjarmasin yang berjumlah 10 orang pada uji coba lapangan awal dan 36 orang pada uji coba lapangan utama. Instrumen penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah angket validasi, angket uji keterbacaan peserta didik, dan instrumen soal tes. Hasil validasi dari validator menunjukkan bahwa instrumen soal yang dikembangkan sangat valid dengan persentase sebesar 89,20%. Hasil analisis butir soal menunjukkan bahwa hasil validitas isi instrumen soal melebihi 0,40 (kategori valid) dengan reliabilitas 0,89 dan memiliki tingkat kesukaran sedang, serta daya beda soal diterima baik. Hasil analisis kepraktisan menunjukkan bahwa instrumen soal yang dikembangkan sangat baik dengan persentase 90,50% pada uji coba lapangan awal dan 90,40% pada uji coba lapangan utama. Hasil ketuntasan belajar peserta didik pada uji coba lapangan awal menunjukkan bahwa 70% tuntas dan 30% belum tuntas. Sedangkan, hasil ketuntasan belajar peserta didik pada uji coba lapangan utama menunjukkan bahwa 69,44% tuntas dan 30,56% belum tuntas.
IMPLEMENTATION OF MIND MAPPING-BASED DISCOVERY LEARNING MODEL IN ONLINE LEARNING ON COLLOID MATERIALS
Authors: Mahdian Mahdian , Iriani Rilia , Leny Leny , Novianti Rinda Oktavia
Published: May 2024

Research has been conducted on the implementation of the discovery learning model based on mind mapping in online learning on colloid materials. This study aims to determine the difference in knowledge learning outcomes, attitudes, and student responses to the discovery learning model based on mind mapping in online learning on colloid materials. The method used is a quasi-experiment using a "non-equivalent control group design" design. The research sample was students of class XI MIA 1 as the experimental class and class XI MIA 2 as the control class at MAN 2 Tabalong. Data collection used test and non-test techniques. Data analysis techniques used descriptive analysis and inferential analysis. The results showed (1) there was a significant difference in knowledge learning outcomes between the experimental class and the control class where the t-value > t-table (α = 0.05) with an average value for the experimental class of 86.67 with an average N-gain value of 0.74, while for the control class it was 77.56 with an average N-gain value of 0.60, (2) the attitudes of students' learning outcomes had different average values where in the experimental class it was 78.59 higher than the control class which was 72.30, (3) student responses to the discovery learning model based on mind mapping in online learning on colloid materials were in the good category.
PROJECT BASED LEARNING DESIGN DEVELOPMENT OF FOOD ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS GREEN CHEMISTRY APPROACH TO SUPPORT SCIENTIFIC LITERACY OF CULINARY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: AN INTRODUCTORY STUDY
Authors: Nabilatunnisa Izza , Hernani Hernani
Published: May 2024

This research aims to determine the need for PjBL learning design and learning tools that use a green chemistry approach to food additives to support the scientific literacy of culinary vocational school students. The type of research used is evaluation research using needs assessment to describe the need for learning designs that can be used to support the learning outcomes of culinary vocational school students. Data was collected in the form of a 12 question survey via Google-form with a total of six culinary vocational school teachers using purposive sampling. The results of the research found that (1) all vocational school teachers in culinary field already understand the specifics of the independent curriculum currently used and are familiar with the scientific literacy competencies listed in the general achievements; (2) 4 out of 6 teachers understand the concept of Cleanliness Health Safety Environmental Sustainability (CHSE), 5 out of 6 teachers understand green chemistry and all teachers state that there is a relationship between these two concepts; (3) 5 out of 6 teachers have implemented PjBL and; (4) all teachers stated that there was a lack of learning resources available to support scientific literacy. The results of this research show that culinary vocational school teachers need a PjBL learning design with a green chemistry approach along with learning tools to support the scientific literacy of culinary vocational school students
INCREASING STUDENT CREATIVITY THROUGH A PROJECT BASED LEARNING MODEL ASSISTED BY LOCAL WISDOM ON VIBRATIONS AND WAVES MATERIAL CLASS 8 MTs
Authors: Taqwilawaty Indah , Azizahwati Azizahwati , Sahal Muhammad
Published: May 2024

This study aims to determine the increase in creativity ability of grade 8 students of Madrasah Tsanawiyah (MTs) after being given learning using a project-based learning (PjBL) model assisted by local wisdom. The research conducted was pre-experiment with a one-shot case study design. This research was carried out at MTs with class VIII research subjects totaling 31 students. Data collection techniques use observation sheets of student creativity. The data analysis carried out is descriptive quantitative. The results showed that there was an increase in creativity after being given the application of the Project Based Learning model assisted by local wisdom in grade VIII.1 students. This is evidenced by the results of the observation sheet that the creativity of students at each meeting has increased, namely in the first meeting the observation results were 58% in the creative enough category, the observation results of the second meeting 78% in the creative category, the observation results of the third meeting 88% in the very creative category and the observation results of the fourth meeting 97% in the very creative category. From the data obtained, it can be seen that at each meeting, the level of creativity of grade 8 MTs students always increases after using a project-based learning model assisted by local wisdom, especially on vibration and wave materials. The project-based learning model can also be used in other more interesting lessons to obtain better results.
Automatic satellite approach system based on technical vision
Authors: Usatenko M , Zbrutsky Oleksander
Published: May 2024

Mathematical models of the dynamics of rotational and translational motion of the satellite in a circular orbit and the operation of the technical vision system are described. The proposed algorithm for pointing the satellite at the object and determining its relative coordinates. The laws of controlling translational and rotational movement of the satellite are presented. The simulation of the automatic rendezvous system using the technical vision system was carried out and its results were shown.
Information system for assessing the informativeness of an epidemic process features
Authors: Bazilevych Kseniia , Kyrylenko Olena , Parfenyuk Yurii , Yakovlev Sergiy , Krivtsov Serhii , Meniailov Ievgen , Kuznietcova Victoriya , Chumachenko Dmytro
Published: May 2024

The primary objective of this study is to assess the informativeness of various parameters influencing epidemic processes utilizing the Shannon and Kullback–Leibler methods. These methods were selected based on their foundation in the principles of information theory and their extensive application in machine learning, statistics, and other relevant domains. A comparative analysis was performed between the results acquired from both methods, and an information system was designed to facilitate the uploading of data samples and the calculation of factor informativeness impacting the epidemic processes. The findings revealed that certain features, such as “Chronic lung disease,” “Chronic kidney disease,” and “Weakened immunity,” did not carry significant information for further analysis and hindered the forecasting process, as per the data set examined. The developed information system efficiently supports the assessment of feature informativeness, thereby aiding in the comprehensive analysis of epidemic processes and enabling the visualization of the results. This study contributes to the current body of knowledge by providing specific examples of applying the described algorithmic models, comparing various methods and their outcomes, and developing a supportive tool for analyzing epidemic processes.
Exploring Cyclists Behavior, Traffic Safety Literacy, and Crash Occurrence in Latvia
Authors: Volgemute Katrina , Vazne Zermena , Useche Sergio A.
Published: May 2024

While the role of safe riding behavior as a safety contributor for cyclists has been increasingly studied in recent years, there have been few studies analysing cycling behavior in relation to crash-related outcomes in Baltic countries. Indeed, to the best of our knowledge, this is the first time this issue has been addressed in the case of Latvia. Aim: The objective of this study was to assess the relationships among self-repotted cyclists’ behavior, traffic safety literacy, and their cycling crash involvement rates. Method: A total of 299 cyclists aged M=32.8 from across Latvia (42% females) participated in an online survey, which comprised questions regarding respondents’ demographics, frequency of riding, and the number of crashes in the past five years. The Cycling Behavior Questionnaire (CBQ) and the Cyclist Risk Perception and Regulation Scale (RPRS) were applied to assess cyclists' behavior patterns and traffic safety literacy. Results: According to the findings, it can be inferred that cyclists frequently engage in riding errors and traffic violations while cycling. Those who exhibit more antisocial behavior patterns are also more likely to be involved in road crashes. Conversely, cyclists with greater positive behavior rates more often also tend to possess better knowledge of traffic rules and exhibit a heightened risk perception, indicating a greater awareness of road traffic safety. Conclusion: All in sum, this study underscores key age differences, with older individuals significantly less involved in riding crashes, exhibiting fewer driving errors and a higher level of risk perception, which serves as a crucial factor in road safety. At the practical level, these results stress the need to address both traffic safety literacy and protective cycling factors of cyclists, in a manner to improve overall road safety and promote active transport modes in Latvia.
Effects of Dietary Glutamate on the Growth Performance and Antioxidant Capacity of Juvenile Chinese Mitten Crab (Eriocheir sinensis)
Authors: Zheng Jiajun , He Yisong , Shi Mengyu , Jia Li , Xu Yang , Tan Yue , Qi Changle , Ye Jinyun
Published: May 2024

In order to explore the effects of glutamate on the growth performance, antioxidant capacity and protein metabolism of juvenile Chinese mitten crab. 0%, 1% and 2% glutamate were supplemented to low protein (30%) and normal protein (35%) diets respectively. There were 5 parallel tanks in each treatment, and the feeding duration was 8 weeks. The results showed that dietary glutamate did not significantly affect the weight gain of Chinese mitten crab. Diets supplemented with 2% glutamate significantly decreased the crude protein of crabs. The T-AOC of crabs fed the 30% protein diets was significantly lower than crabs fed the 35% protein diets. At 30% protein level, the superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity significantly increased with the increase of glutamate content. Dietary glutamate significantly down-regulated the relative expressions of mTOR, PI3K, S6K1 and 4EBP at 35% protein level. In conclusion, dietary glutamate cannot significantly increase the growth of Chinese mitten crab, but it can improve the antioxidant capacity in Chinese mitten crab under low protein condition.