bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PERBAIKAN KUALITAS DAN INOVASI PRODUK MINUMAN HERBAL INSTAN PADA INDUSTRI RUMAH TANGGA NURFAIDAH DI DESA ANDONGSARI KECAMATAN AMBULU KABUPATEN JEMBER
Authors: Masahid Ardiyan Dwi , Belgis Maria , Nafi' Ahmad
Published: July 2024

Minuman herbal serbuk instan merupakan produk bahan minuman berbentuk serbuk atau granula yang biasa dibuat dari gula dan rempah-rempah yang dicampur menjadi satu dengan atau tanpa penambahan bahan makanan lain dan bahan tambahan makanan. Beberapa bahan dasar yang digunakan dalam pembuatan minuman herbal serbuk instan adalah rempah-rempah dari spesies Zingiberaceae khususnya jahe, kunyit, temulawak dan kencur yang banyak ditemukan di Indonesia dan biasa digunakan sebagai obat tradisional. Salah satu UMKM di Dusun Watukebo Desa Andongsari Kecamatan Ambulu yang memiliki keterampilan dalam memanfaatkan hasil alam (tanaman) untuk kebutuhan hidup dan kesehatan. UMKM tersebut mengolah kunyit menjadi minuman herbal serbuk instan. Berdasarkan hasil observasi dan diskusi langsung dengan mitra didapatkan beberapa permasalahan yang dihadapi yaitu pengemasan dan desain kemasan kunyit instan yang sudah diproduksi masih sederhana dan masih belum ada labelnya serta kurangnya inovasi produk minuman herbal instan. Hasil dari pengabdian ini adalah penggunaan jenis dan desain kemasan yang lebih bagus dan menarik, sesuai dengan produknya, pengajuan SPP-IRT (Sertifikat Produksi Pangan Industri Rumah Tangga), praktek dan inovasi produk minuman herbal instanselain kunyit, yaitu jahe instan dan temulawak instan, serta penyerahan alat produksi dari tim pengabdian kepada mitra yaitu mesin penggiling rempah, mesin pres plastik/sealer, wajan stainless steel dengan tujuan dapat memproduksi dalam jumlah besar sehingga memasarkan produk dengan jangkauan yang luas.
INVESTIGATION OF DIFFERENT TECHNOLOGY AREAS IN SPORTS IN THE DIMENSION OF ATHLETE MENTAL HEALTH
Authors:   Inonu University, Sport Science Faculty, Malatya, Türkiye, Akyol Assoc. Prof. Betül , Öztürk Onur ,   PhD. Candidate, Inonu University, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Malatya, Türkiye
Published: July 2024

Sports technologies have been in continuous and uninterrupted 'change and development' from the day they first started to emerge until today. With each passing year, sports technologies are developing by taking reference from each other through new technologies. With the development of sports technologies, generations, encounter more 'new and advanced' technologies every day. Sports have an important place in protecting the physical and psychological health of individuals. In addition to physical health, mental health also has an important place in sports. In this respect, the aim of the current research is to examine different technology areas in sports in terms of mental health. For this purpose, as a data collection tool; DergiPark, Higher Education Institution National Thesis Center (YÖKTEZ) and Google Scholar were searched for Turkish sources and Web of Science and PubMed databases for English sources with the keywords "Sport Technology", "Sport Mental Health", "Sport Entertainment" and "Technology Addiction". As a result of the research; it is seen that technology in sports is used for different purposes such as 'entertainment, exercise and performance sports'. In some cases, the use of technology in more equipment or time than needed can create technology addiction in individuals and negatively affect their mental health. On the other hand, it is thought that conscious technology users can transform their existing sports/exercises into an efficient and fun way with sports technologies developed for different purposes. In this respect, it was concluded that, as with all new developing technologies, it is important to determine the needs well when using these technologies and to be a conscious user of sports technologies in terms of mental health.
ENHANCING LANGUAGE SKILLS AND ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY: AN ECO-PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH TO TEACHING ENGLISH TO YOUNG LEARNERS
Authors:   Institute of Educational Sciences, Bursa Uludağ University, Bursa, Turkey, Özcan Eda Nur , Gürsoy Prof. Dr Esim ,   Faculty of Education, Bursa Uludağ University, Bursa, Turkey
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the integration of an eco-pedagogical approach into a language course designed for young learners of English through theme-based language instruction and ESD (Education for Sustainable Development). With the growing concern regarding environmental sustainability in global education, there is an urgent need to equip learners with necessary skills and knowledge to educate responsible citizens of future. This need is particularly crucial to young learners who are at critical ages during which shaping attitudes and behaviors bears lifelong benefits in terms of influencing their future environmental actions and decisions. English as the global language can be an empowering tool since language lesson offers a great range of flexibility in terms of selection of topics and themes while presenting linguistic forms and functions in an authentic context. Drawing on an interdisciplinary perspective, the study proposes practical suggestions on how to design an ESD-based language course with an environmental theme focus for young learners in an EFL (English as a Foreign Language) context along with course design strategies and creating digital materials and offering action-oriented in-class activities to grow young learners into active agents who can identify global and local environmental problems and suggest environmental-friendly solutions. The study also discusses benefits and challenges of the integration and offers recommendations for teachers and curriculum developers in EFL contexts. Overall, this study advocates for an interdisciplinary perspective that aims to foster environmental literacy skills and language skills of young learners by providing hands-on guidance for language teaching professionals.
ON THE USE OF NEURAL NETWORK ANALYSIS METHODS IN PETROLEUM GEOPHYSICS
Authors: Turenko S. K. ,   Industrial University of Tyumen, Tyumen, Russia
Published: July 2024

The article discusses the issues of increasing the efficiency of using neural network analysis (NNA) methods in petroleum geophysics. Brief analysis of the development history of NNA technologies as well as the use of NNA for solving problems of petroleum geophysics is given, the state of various types of support for solving problems in petroleum geophysics using NNA methods (mathematical, technical, software, methodological, information, personnel) is characterized; existing experience in using NNA methods to solve problems of petroleum geophysics is discussed. Based on the analysis of the problem, promising directions for improving the efficiency of using neural network analysis (NNA) methods in petroleum geophysics are determined. In particular, when developing and using software, it is proposed to change from NSA methods to technologies for buildup and solving problems in petroleum geophysics using NNA with IT support for all software elements.
MONITORING OF SULFIDE-BEARING WASTE NEUTRALIZATION BY ELECTRICAL RESISTIVITY TOMOGRAPHY IN LABORATORY CONDITIONS
Authors: Fadeeva I. I. ,   A.A.Trofimuk Institute of Petroleum Geology and Geophysics SB RAS, Novosibirsk, Russia, Edelev A. V. , Yurkevich N. V. , Volynkin S. S. ,   A.A.Trofimuk Institute of Petroleum Geology and Geophysics SB RAS, Novosibirsk, Russia,   A.A.Trofimuk Institute of Petroleum Geology and Geophysics SB RAS, Novosibirsk, Russia,   A.A.Trofimuk Institute of Petroleum Geology and Geophysics SB RAS, Novosibirsk, Russia
Published: July 2024

The use of electrical exploration methods allows real-time monitoring of processes occurring in manmade systems, however, recognition of processes by changing the electrical conductivity of complex object is a non-trivial task, and to solve it, one should start with a simplified physical modeling of the acidic matter waste interaction with neutral host rock in laboratory conditions. Physical simulation of the interaction ofacid-producing mining waste (tailings) with sand saturated with water and monitoring of this interaction using a dipole-dipole axial array and time-lapse electrical resistivity tomography method is carried out. The processes occurring during such interaction are revealed and reactions of dissolution of waste substance, acidification of the sand pore water and alkalization of acid solution due to longer dissolution processes of carbonates presenting in the sand and their partial hydrolysis are described; the decreasing rate of the waste substance mineralization in the volume of sand (0.145 g/kg/day) is estimated. The practical significance of the workconsists in the possibility of determining the factors influencing the rate of chemical reactions, which in the future will allow the use of the electrical resistivity tomography method to control the processes of waste neutralization with lime solutions or heap leaching with underspoil waters.
D-DIMER AS A PROGNOSIS OF THE SEVERITY OF COVID-19 PATIENTS AT BEKASI REGENCY HOSPITAL
Authors: Kurniawati Dyah Eka
Published: July 2024

The increase in D-dimer is the most significant change in coagulation parameters in Covid-19 patients and can be a marker of poor prognosis.  The purpose of this study was to see the average significant D-dimer levels in patients with confirmed Covid-19 with severity. The method used is Retrospective Research with a purposive sampling technique based on the criteria of the severity of Covid-19 disease. Patient data was taken from medical records and D-dimer levels from the Laboratory Information System and then analyzed using a one-way Anova test. The results showed an average D-dimer level of 2.66 mg/L at critical degrees, 2.02 mg/L at severe degrees, 0.30 at moderate degrees and 0.26 at mild degrees. Male patients occupy a larger percentage than female patients with a total of 62.5%. The age of 46-65 years occupies the highest percentage of 55% for the abnormal category because the immune system as a protector of the body does not work as strongly as when it was young. This study showed a significant average difference in the groups of mild severity with severe, mild with critical, moderate with severe, and moderate with critical. For the next researcher, it is expected to be able to analyze other hemostasis examination parameters with variables of disease severity.
Kata kunci: Coronavirus, COVID-19, D-dimer, parameter koagulasi, pembekuan darah
EFFECT OF HIGH-FAT DIET ON SERUM TNF-ALPHA LEVELS, A MARKER OF LOW-GRADE INFLAMMATION
Authors: Cut Indriputri
Published: July 2024

A high-fat diet is a pattern of excessive fat consumption that can cause various metabolic function disorders, such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity, and increased glucose levels. The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of a high-fat diet on serum tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-Î±) levels as a marker of low-grade inflammation in Wistar rats. The study was designed using a true experimental randomized posttest-only control group. Sixteen male Wistar rats weighing 150-250g and aged 4-5 months were divided into two groups. Group K1 was a negative control group that was given normal diet, while group K2 was a group that was given a high-fat diet, with a fat content of 66.28%. This treatment was controlled for 50 days. The mean TNF-Î± levels in K1 (290.912 ± 1.87) pg/mL and K2 (295.149 ± 2.76) pg/mL. Based on the results of independent T-test analysis, TNF-Î± levels in groups K1 and K2 were significantly different (P = 0.034 or P < 0.05). This means that a high-fat diet increases serum levels of TNF-a, a marker of low-grade inflammation.
NURSING INTERVENTION GIVING WARM COMPRESS TO LARGE VEINS AREAS WITH ABDOMEN WALLS TO DECREASE TEMPERATURE OF HYPERTHERMIC PATIENTS
Authors: Handayani Risanti , Hariyono  , Hargono Arief
Published: July 2024

Intra-abdominal organs are receptors that are more sensitive to temperature, cold. While the large vein area is effective because of the vasodilation process by giving warm compresses to reduce body temperature on the body surface. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of giving warm compresses to the abdominal wall (abdomen) and large vein (axilla) area to decrease the body temperature in fever patients. The design of this research is Quast-Experiment, Design with Nonequivalent Control Group Design approach. The population of this study was all patients with fever as many as 26 respondents. Samples were taken by consecutive sampling technique as many as 20 patients. The research variable is a warm compress in the axilla and abdomen and the independent variable is a decrease in body temperature. Data were collected by observing body temperature and analyzed by using the T-test. The results showed that abdominal compresses were more effective because the number of patients who did not experience a decrease was 1 respondent, while the axilla compression had 2 respondents. The results of the normality test of the data showed that the data were not normally distributed so that the hypothesis testing used the T-test and the results showed that the data was p = 0.000, = 0.05 so that p < a means Ho is rejected, meaning that the difference in body temperature decrease between giving axillary compresses and abdominal compresses is not too significant. and not that much different.
Keywords: Warm Compress, Fever, Body Temperature.
OSTEOINDUCTIVE CAPACITY OF PLATELET-RICH FIBRIN VS BIODENTINE FOR MANDIBLE FRACTURE
Authors: Marda Agung Nugraha  , Indra Mulyawan  , Ardian Jaya Kusuma Amran
Published: July 2024

Highlights

Biodentine has undergone thorough research as a bone grafting substance due to its ability to promote bone regeneration and effectively treat root or tooth fractures.
PRF and Biodentine can stimulate osteogenesis, affecting bone repair, particularly in mandibular fractures.

 
Abstract
Background:  Mandibular fracture is one of the most common fractures. The most common treatment for mandibular fractures is fixation. Therefore, xenogeneic agents such as platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) and Biodentine accelerate the reparative process. Biodentine is an interesting active ingredient that can induce bone regeneration. PRF and Biodentine can promote bone healing, but no literature discusses the differences between PRF and Biodentine osteoinduction mechanisms in treating mandibular fractures. Objective:  This article aimed to compare the effect of osteoinductive PRF with Biodentine for mandibular fractures. Material and Method: The research was conducted as a scoping review by performing a thorough search of the PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, Elsevier, and Google Scholar databases. The study was obtained based on literature studies in the form of journals and textbooks in the last ten years (2013-2023). Result: The osteoinductive effect and mechanism of Biodentine in enhancing bone repair are likely correlated with releasing biologically active ions from calcium silicate cement and stimulating gene expression Runx-2. PRF has an osteoinductive role, causing the mechanism of releasing growth factors such as PDGF, VEGF, TGF-Î², and IGF that promote the osteogenic process. Conclusion: There was no significant difference in the osteoinduction effect of PRF and Biodentine because these materials have different mechanisms of action for bone repair.
Measures for response assessment in HCC treatment
Authors: Yazdanpanah Fereshteh , Al-Daoud Omar , Moradpour Moein , Hunt Stephen
Published: July 2024

The evolving treatment landscape of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) includes curative treatments such as ablation, resection, and transplantation, along with palliative interventions such as locoregional and systemic therapies. Evaluating the response to therapy is critical to planning the next intervention or follow-up needed, as well as for comparing the outcomes across the treatment options. Response to therapy can be measured using serum markers, through pathology, using imaging surrogates, and clinical response. This review provides a brief overview of these measures of treatment response and their relevance to HCC management.
Lightning-rainfall relationship in El Niño and La Niña events during the Indian summer monsoon over central India
Authors: Tinmaker Mohommad Iqbal Rasul , Shareef Mohommad Aslam
Published: July 2024

The Indian summer monsoon rainfall (June-September) on a regional scale is critically important for agriculture and water management in India. The current study presents the lightning-rainfall relationship during El Niño (drought) and La Niña (flood) events in the Indian summer monsoon over central India. The results show that the flash count, Bowen ratio, surface maximum temperature, total heat flux, aerosol optical depth (AOD), sea surface temperature (SST), and Niño 3.4 index are increased by 36, 62, 19, 12, 46, 4.7%, and 0.3 ºC (warmer), whereas the rainfall is decreased by 15% during El Niño years with respect to normal years. The flash count, Bowen ratio, surface maximum temperature, and AOD are found to decrease by 15, 11, 3.5, and 11.1% during La Nina years, whereas the rainfall, total heat flux, SST, and Niño 3.4 index are found to increase by 2.4, 1.72, 0.36%, and –0.68 ºC (cooler) during La Niña years with respect to normal years. The increase in the flash count and the reduction in rainfall are associated with the warm phase of El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) (El Niño), which causes the weakening of the Indian summer monsoon. The decrease in flash count and increase in rainfall is due to the cold phase of ENSO (La Niña) and is associated with the strengthening of the Indian monsoon season. The increase in the number of break days and low-pressure systems also plays an important role in El Niño and La Niña years, respectively, over central India during the Indian summer monsoon.
Heat Attainment and Retention in Surfers with and Without a Land-Based Warm-Up and Accompanying Passive Heat Retention
Authors: Cook Christian J , Serpell Benjamin G , Hanna Lauren J , Fox Aaron , Fourie Phillip J
Published: July 2024

Surfing is a growing, high participation recreational and competitive activity. It is relatively unique being performed on, in, and through water with a range of temperatures. In other sports, warm-up and heat retention have proved useful at augmenting performance and ameliorating injury risk. Little work has been done examining this in surfing. The purpose of this work was to measure thermal profiles in surfers with and without warm-up and passive heat retention, and secondarily to assess any potential influence on free surfing. A repeated measures pre- and post- design was adopted whereby participants surfed in an artificial wave pool following an active warm-up combined with passive heat retention (experimental condition), and after no warm-up (control). Core body temperature was measured both occasions. Our results showed a clear advantage to body temperature for the experimental condition versus control. Both groups showed a warm-up effect in the water itself, presumably due to further activity (e.g. paddling) and wetsuit properties. Finally, performance trended to being superior following warm-up. We conclude, body warmth in surfers may be facilitated by an active warm-up and passive heat retention. In free surfing this is associated with a trend towards better performance; it may also reduce injury risk.
Combine Deep Learning and Artificial Intelligence to Optimize the Application Path of Digital Image Processing Technology
Authors: Pan Linying , Wan Weixiang , Sun Wenjian , Zeng Qiang , Xu Jingyu
Published: July 2024

Artificial intelligence provides a new research concept for digital image processing. However, at present, artificial intelligence is rarely introduced into the teaching of digital image processing in colleges and universities, and there are problems such as obsolete teaching content, single teaching methods, and simple course experiments, which affect the teaching effect and are not conducive to the cultivation of comprehensive and innovative talents. Digital image processing technology brings more possibilities to communication engineering and makes communication more convenient. For example, video calls and photo transmission make people's communication methods in daily life more and more diversified. Time and space limitations allow people to meet online, creating more communication possibilities. However, there are still many problems and methods worthy of in-depth exploration. Therefore, this paper has a comprehensive understanding and mastery of the traditional and deep learning methods of digital image processing to improve the relevant project practice and scientific research exploration ability and refer for similar research conclusions.
CT Imaging Findings of Pulmonary Artery Stenosis: A Pictorial Review
Authors: Zhang Mengdi , Chen Li , Bu Chao , Zhang Hanxi , Luo Jing , Wang Jing , Sun Qihua , Sun Zhonghua , Liu Qingyu , Li Yu
Published: July 2024

Pulmonary artery stenosis represents a group of disorders involving main, branch or peripheral pulmonary arteries resulting either in pain, dyspnea, hemoptysis or even no symptoms. Early diagnosis and timely intervention are crucial for reducing mortality, while timely diagnosis is challenging due to the nonspecific symptoms. Computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) is useful in the diagnosis because it can provide more details about the abnormal changes in the lumen, vessel wall and adjacent mediastinal structures. Congenital and acquired pulmonary artery anomalies have some characteristics on CTPA, which can be useful for differential diagnosis. Awareness of these conditions and is important for the radiologists. This pictorial review provides an overview of CTPA imaging features of pulmonary artery stenosis.
The Use of Heterocyclic Azo Dyes on Different Textile Materials: A Review
Authors: Emanuele Lucia , D'Auria Maurizio
Published: July 2024

The art of dyeing textiles has a long history, as natural dyes have been used since prehis-toric times. With the development of synthetic dyes in the 19th century, the focus shifted from natural to synthetic dyes due to their superior properties. Recently, however, interest in natural dyes has increased again due to environmental and health concerns. Among industrial dyes, heterocyclic dyes, especially azo dyes, are of great importance due to their color brilliance and fastness. This review examines the synthesis, application and analysis of azo dyes, especially heterocyclic dyes. It deals with monoazo, diazo and polyazo dyes and highlights their structures, synthesis methods and fastness properties. In addition, the ecological impact of azo dyes and practical solutions for their synthesis and application are discussed.
Optimization of Cassava (Manihot esculenta) Effluent Methani-Zation by Organic Nitrogen Supply in Mesophilic Conditions
Authors: HARO Kayaba , NOUROU Abdel , SANDWIDI Sayouba , COMPAORE Abdoulaye , PALM SIE Auguste , SESSOUMA Oumou , KOURITA Ibrahim , SINON Souleymane , TUBREOUMYA Guy Christian , Beré Antoine , DAHO Tizane , SANOGO Oumar
Published: July 2024

This study aims to explore anaerobic co-digestion (AcoD) of cassava (EUM) and poultry (FP) ef-fluents using one inoculum-substrate ratio (30%) and three EUM vs FP substrate composition ra-tios (25 :75, 50 :50 and 75 :25). The AcoD process was therefore designed for 20 L batch digesters, under mesophilic conditions, with less than 5% total solids for 66 days. The results showed that EUMs were highly resistant to degradation, while FPs were the most easily degradable. Kinetic analysis indicated specific organic matter reduction rates of 0.28% per day for EUM and 0.76% per day for FP. EUM alone produced 45.47 mL/g MOV, while the 50 :50 substrate produced 1184.60 mL/g MOV. The main factors contributing to EUM inefficiency were the inability to tame acidic conditions, and the accumulation of volatile fatty acids. AcoD produced 23 to 50 times more methane than EUM alone, 2 to 5 times more than FP alone and 2 to 4 times more than ino-culum. Consequently, AcoD of both types of waste had a positive effect on gas formation in terms of quantity and quality, with CH4 content increasing from around 2 to 75% as a function of organic nitrogen input
Study on the Coupling of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and Passive Heating in Cold Regions
Authors: Jiao Feipeng , Li Guopeng , Zhang Chunjie , Liu Jiyuan
Published: July 2024

As an active device, air source heat pumps (ASHP) are widely used for heating and cooling in buildings. However, in cold regions, their efficiency decreases, and frost formation becomes a significant issue during winter. This paper proposes a new scheme that couples air source heat pumps with passive heating. By using software simulations and mathematical models, the new scheme is compared to traditional ASHP systems to analyze its heating performance in rural homes during winter in China’s cold regions. According to the simulation and calculation analysis, on the coldest day of winter, the coupling scheme can provide approximately 99.41kWh of heat to the interior, surpassing the 86.67kWh required to maintain an indoor temperature of 20℃. The system’s power consumption is 36.96 kWh, which is 66.88% lower than that of traditional heat pump heating. The study shows that a coupled system of air source heat pumps and passive heating has better heating performance in cold regions. By incorporating phase change materials and heat storage media to address the shortage of solar energy at night, the system can meet the heating needs throughout the entire day.
New Nitrogen Use Efficiency Indices for Biomass Formation and Productivity in Beans under Foliar Fertilization with Molybdenum Nanofertilizer
Authors: Muñoz-Márquez Ezequiel , Soto-Parra Juan Manuel , Pérez-Leal Ramona , Sánchez Esteban
Published: July 2024

Most crops are fertilized with high amounts of nitrogen, and have an alarmingly low utiliza-tion efficiency. For this reason, the coordination between the fertilizer contribution and the ni-trogen requirements of the crop is very important. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the nitrogen use efficiency, and create new NUE indices that can determine and calculate the final destination of the assimilated nitrogen, for the formation and development of green bean plant organs, fertilized with molybdenum nanofertilizer applied foliarly and combined with soil fertilization of ammonium nitrate. The plants were grown in a greenhouse covered with anti-aphid mesh and irrigated with nutrient solution. Three sources of foliar Molybdenum (Nano fertilizer, Molybdenum Chelate and Sodium Molybdate) were applied in four doses of 0, 5, 10 and 20 ppm Mo, complemented with edaphic fertilization of NH4NO3 (0, 3, 6 and 12 mM of N). As results, the NUE indices showed that with the application of the nanofertilizer, the total biomass production increased 41.65% more than with the application of the chelate, and 36.84% more than with the application of molybdate. Finally, it is con-cluded that the use of NUE indices is an important approach that evaluates the fate of nitro-gen and accurately estimates plant yield.
Innovative Cross-sectional Configurations for Low-Cost Bamboo Composite (LCBC) Structural Columns
Authors: Padfield Cameron , Drury Ben , Soltanieh Ghazaleh , Rajabifard Mona , Mofidi Amir
Published: July 2024

This paper investigates the effect of innovative cross-sectional configurations on Low-Cost Bamboo Composite (LCBC) structural members. The study employs both experimental and numerical methods with different resin matrices and bamboo species. In this study, LCBC short columns are designed with different innovative cross-sectional configurations in an attempt to overcome the costly production processes of engineered bamboo. This approach uses bundles of bamboo, both in culm and strip forms. A compatible, environmentally responsible, and economically justifiable resin matrix is used to fabricate an LCBC member. The production of LCBC members does not necessitate highly advanced technology. This capability enables the production of LCBC members in custom-designed cross-sectional shapes and lengths. This study introduces the Russian doll (RD), Big Russian doll (BRD), Hawser (HAW), and Scrimber (SCR) cross-sectional configurations. Extra-large, large, medium, and small sizes of bamboo are employed. Synthetic Epoxy (EXP), a Bio-based Experimental soft filler (BE1), Bio-Epoxy (BE2), Furan-based (PF1) matrices are applied. Furthermore, Moso, Guadua, Madake, and Tali bamboo species are incorporated. The results of this study reveal that the most efficient cross-sectional configuration for compressive strength is the HAW configuration, closely followed by SCR configuration. LCBC members with bio-resins have shown excellent promise in competing in strength with those made with their synthetic counterparts. The theoretical and numerical modeling of the LCBC members showed excellent correlation with the experimental results which provides the capacity to design LCBC for engineering projects. The LCBC design can be further developed with more bamboo and less resin content.
Circular Economy Implementation in an Organization: A Case Study of Taiwan Sugar Company
Authors: Kumar Sah Amit , Hong Yaoming
Published: July 2024

The implementation of circular economy principles is increasingly seen as a viable way to promote sustainable development and reduce environmental impact. This case study examines the implementation of circular economy principles at Taiwan Sugar Company (TSC), a leading sugar manufacturer in Taiwan. The study analyses the company's efforts to redesign its production processes, develop closed-loop systems, and promote resource efficiency. It also explores the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing circular economy principles in the sugar industry, such as the complexity of supply chains, the need for stakeholder engagement, and the availability of sustainable technologies. This study follows the principle of British standard 8001:2017 to implement the concept of circular economy in the organization. The study finds that the Taiwan Sugar Company has made significant progress in implementing circular economy principles, including adopting renewable energy sources, using byproducts as raw materials, developing sustainable packaging solutions, and using the output products of the company to make another useful product for industrial or agricultural use. These initiatives will result in the reduction of waste, an increase in resource efficiency, and enhanced environmental performance. However, the study also identifies several challenges that the company faces in implementing circular economy principles, such as the lack of standardized regulations and guidelines, the need for investment in sustainable technologies, and the need for stakeholder collaboration. Overall, the case study provides valuable insights into the implementation of circular economy principles in the sugar industry and offers practical recommendations for other organizations seeking to adopt circular economy principles. The study highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement, technological innovation, and regulatory support in promoting the transition toward a more sustainable and circular economy.
Minimization of Bandwidth for Required End-to-End Latency Implementing IRS in a 6G Network
Authors: Mahbub Mobasshir , Shubair Raed M.
Published: July 2024

The goal of the investigation is to increase coverage, which is ensure better transmission around IoT services using IRS within a two-tier 6G system comprising of one micro cell tier running beneath a macro cellular tier. As a result, the study tested and compared the reliability of traditional connectivity with IRS-enhanced connectivity in terms of upstream end-to-end latency using computer-based measuring methods. The study concluded that the implementation of IRS greatly improves coverage, which means transmission effectiveness, for 6G services.
Comprehensive Analysis of Microsatellite Instability in Canine Cancers: Implications for Comparative Oncology and Personalized Veterinary Medicine
Authors: Mazzone Eugenio , Aresu Luca
Published: July 2024

Microsatellite instability (MSI) is a crucial feature in cancer biology, yet its prevalence and significance in canine cancers remain largely unexplored. This study conducted a comprehensive analysis of MSI across 10 distinct canine cancer histotypes using whole-exome sequencing data from 692 tumor-normal sample pairs. MSI was detected in 64% of tumors, with prevalence varying significantly among cancer types. B-cell lymphomas exhibited the highest MSI burden, contrasting with human studies. A novel "MSI-burden" score was developed, correlating significantly with tumor mutational burden. MSI-high (MSI-H) tumors showed elevated somatic mutation counts compared to MSI-low and microsatellite stable tumors. The study identified 3,632 recurrent MSI-affected genomic regions across cancer types. Notably, seven of the ten cancer types exhibited MSI-H tumors, with prevalence ranging from 1.5% in melanomas to 37% in B-cell lymphomas. These findings highlight the potential importance of MSI in canine cancer biology and suggest opportunities for targeted therapies, particularly immunotherapies. The high prevalence of MSI in canine cancers, especially in B-cell lymphomas, warrants further investigation into its mechanistic role and potential as a biomarker for prognosis and treatment response
Enhancing the Antibacterial Properties of Chitosan Coatings: Ag@chitosan and Chitosan from Insects
Authors: Marsico Michela , Azari Rezvan , Curcio Mariangela , Teghil Roberto , Triunfo Micaela , Falabella Patrizia , Boccaccini Aldo Roberto , De Bonis Angela
Published: July 2024

In this study electrophoretic deposition (EPD) technique is used to prepare chitosan-based coatings with enhanced antibacterial activity suitable for bone implants applications. We designed, prepared and compared physic-chemical and biological properties of coatings obtained with commercial chitosan, chitosan enriched with silver nanoparticles and chitosan obtained from insects. With the aim to consider the sustainability issue, silver nanoparticles were directly prepared in the chitosan solution by laser ablation in liquid technique, avoiding the use of chemicals and limiting the production of wastes. Moreover, a sustainable source of chitosan such as Hermetia Illucens exuviae was considered. The EPD process was optimized by adjusting parameters like voltage and deposition time to achieve ideal coating thickness and adhesion. The prepared films were characterized by spectroscopic and microscopic techniques such as SEM, XRD, and FTIR. Antimicrobial tests against E. coli and S. aureus revealed that silver nanoparticles enhanced the antibacterial properties of the polymer, whereas biological evaluation using the WST8 test on MG63 human osteoblasts-like cells showed that all coatings are non-toxic. Finally, chitosan obtained from insect showed comparable properties with respect to the commercial polymer, suggesting it could replace seafood-derived chitosan in biomedical applications, whereas the Ag@chitosan composite demonstrated superior antibacterial activity without compromising its biocompatibility.
24-Hour Glucose Profiles and Glycemic Variability during Intermittent Religious Dry Fasting and Time-Restricted Eating in Subjects without Diabetes
Authors: Peters Beeke , Pappe Christina Laetitia , Koppold Daniela A. , Arnrich Bert , Michalsen Andreas , Dommisch Henrik , Steckhan Nico , Pivovarova-Ramich Olga
Published: July 2024

Intermittent religious fasting increases a risk of hypo- and hyperglycemia in individuals with diabetes, but its impact in those without diabetes is poorly investigated. The study aim was to examine the effects of religious Bahá'í fasting (BF) on glycemic control and variability and compare these effects with time-restricted eating (TRE). In a three-arm randomized controlled trial, 16 subjects without diabetes were assigned to a BF, 16:8 TRE or control group. Continuous glucose monitoring and food intake documentation was conducted before and during the 19 days of intervention, and 24-hour mean glucose, glycemic variability indices, and glucotypes were assessed. BF and TRE groups, but not the control group, markedly reduced the daily eating window while maintaining macronutrient composition. Only the BF group decreased caloric intake (-677.8 ± 357.6 kcal, p=0.013), body weight (-1.92 ± 0.95 kg, p=0.011) and BMI (-0.65 ± 0.28 kg, p=0.006). Higher maximum glucose values were observed during BF in the within-group (+1.41 ± 1.04, p=0.039) and between-group comparison (BF vs. Control: p= 0.010 and TRE vs. BF: p= 0.022). However, there were no alterations of 24-hour mean glucose, intra- and inter-day glycemic variability indices, or glucotypes in any group. Proportions of time above and below range (70-180mg/dl) and HbA1c values remained unchanged. BF and TRE do not exhibit negative effects on glycemic control and variability in subjects without diabetes.
Simultaneous Stereo Matching and Confidence Estimation Network
Authors: Schmähling Tobias , Müller Tobias , Eberhardt Jörg , Elser Stefan
Published: July 2024

In this paper, we present a multi-task model that predicts disparities and confidence levels in deep stereo matching simultaneously. We do this by combining its successful model for each separate task and obtaining a multitask model that can be trained with a proposed loss function. We show the advantages of this model compared to training and predicting disparity and confidence sequentially. This method enables an improvement of 15% to 30% in the area under the curve (AUC) metric when trained parallel rather than sequential. In addition, the effect of weighting the components in the loss function on the stereo and confidence performance is investigated. By improving the confidence estimate, the practicality of stereo estimators for creating distance images is increased.
Weakness Identification of Wood Pillar Foundation: Indication of Foundation Failure to Avoid House Collapse in Swampland
Authors: Agusniansyah Nursyarif
Published: July 2024

Introduction: The construction of a house with a stage structure is the uniqueness of Banjarmasin's swampland. Particularly, foundations for swampy terrain necessitate special handling. Building material defects and the basic inability to modify the use and design of wood pillar foundations are the main causes of house building problems. The very limited capacity of a wooden pillar foundation makes house buildings collapse frequently. Purpose of the study: The aim of the study is to determine the weaknesses of the wooden pillar foundations by examining the indications of damage to the house structure. Methods: Field observation investigations, including housing and individual object observations, will be carried out at multiple construction sites in Banjarmasin (Indonesia) as part of this study. The way the data is presented is descriptive. Result: The weak construction of a wooden pillar foundation explains some indications of house building damage, such as broken wooden pillars and floor settlement. The existence of evidence that there is a broken 'sunduk’ element is one of the causes of damage to this foundation. The small size of the wooden poles also makes the load-bearing capacity limited.
Assessing the Impact of Nutrient Levels (N:P Ratios) and Temperature, on Algal Growth in an Urban Lake through Monitoring
Authors: Bhatti Munir , Mcbean Ed , Singh Amanjot , Fitzgerald Alex , Siwierski Jan , Murison Lorna
Published: July 2024

AbstractLarge numbers of urban lakes are facing issues related to cyanobacteria, commonly known as blue-green algae, resulting in significant threats to humans and animal health due to their production of microtoxins and Anatoxin-A. These toxins induce acute effects including gastrointestinal distress, and respiratory problems, underscoring the need to protect urban lakes to safeguard community health and ecosystem well-being. A comprehensive monitoring program is a critical step to address cyanobacteria-related issues. Monitoring results of dissolved phosphorous, nitrates(N), Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen (TKN), total phosphorous (TP), TSS, and Escherichia coli (E. coli) concentrations, are used to understand the importance of different pathways events during dry conditions (no prior rainfall) and wet events (rainfall during or proceeding monitoring events) plus a microbial source tracking procedure, to understand impacts on growth characteristics of cyanobacteria and microtoxins. The Mann-Kendall Trend Test is used to characterize trends of various parameters (using transitions of ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ to the Lake and within the Lake), to identify the impact of various management strategies and/or the impact of various sources from overland land uses for a) wet events to the Lake, b) dry events to the Lake, c) wet events in the Lake, and d) dry events within the Lake. Microbial source tracking methods are used along the shoreline of Fairy Lake to interpret elevated levels of fecal pollution and E. coli bacteria in water samples, aiding in the identification of pollution sources. Blue-green algae have been observed at least once each year from 2018 to 2023. Microtoxins and Anatoxin-A were present in nine samples with a maximum of 1.72 mg/L and 0.02 mg/L, respectively. Frequent beach closures have occurred every year, raising public concerns regarding both ecological and recreational aspects for Fairy Lake.
An Innovative Method to Deal with the Spread of Aedes albopictus in the Urban Centers of Alessandria Used by Citizen
Authors: Talbalaghi Asghar , Abbasi Ebrahim
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Known for its persistent blood-feeding behavior from dawn to dusk, Aedes albopictus is recognized as one of the most dangerous mosquito species due to its role as a vector for diseases such as dengue. Studies have demonstrated that Aedes albopictus thrives in micro-breeding sites predominantly located on private properties, including abandoned containers and manholes used for rainwater and irrigation. This study investigates an innovative methodology, the TombiniNet, to mitigate the proliferation of Aedes albopictus by engaging citizens in the active management of micro-breeding sites on their properties. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted in Alessandria, a city with approximately 100,000 inhabitants, focusing on a sample of 200 houses and a population of about 5,000 people. Researchers conducted a comprehensive survey and analysis of micro-breeding sites for Aedes albopictus on both private and communal properties. The larval control measures were conducted from April to October, aligning with the peak mosquito breeding season. The study's sample included 51% of houses that allowed researchers access, and within these, 81% had Aedes albopictus larvae, often found in diverse water Containers holes of which basically manholes on villa garden floors. For monitoring the adult populations were used ovitraps that were not placed in private homes but in public areas to monitor and control the mosquito population. Results: The study identified that up to 70% of micro-breeding sites for Aedes albopictus in northern Alessandria were located on private properties. Citizen participation was critical to the success of the intervention, with a marked decrease in the number of adult tiger mosquitoes observed in areas where residents actively managed breeding sites using the TombiniNet. The TombiniNet was particularly effective in private areas, as it could be regularly maintained by residents, preventing debris accumulation that could hinder drainage. Discussion: The findings highlight the importance of engaging citizens in mosquito control programs to effectively manage Aedes albopictus populations in urban areas. The TombiniNet intervention demonstrated that a simple, cost-effective solution could significantly reduce mosquito breeding sites on private properties. By addressing both communal and private breeding sites, a comprehensive and sustainable approach to mosquito management can be achieved, thereby reducing the risk of disease transmission. Future studies should focus on long-term monitoring and the development of additional innovative solutions to enhance citizen participation and control measures. The study's success also pointed out the limitations of applying such interventions in public areas where debris could impede the net's effectiveness.
Staged Hybrid Treatment of Acute Type B Complicated Aortic and External Iliac Artery Dissection and Femoral Occlusion After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation
Authors: Thorne-Vélez Hernando , Tolstano Gleiser Axel , Morales Isaac Mendoza , Thorne-Velez Ana Maria , Penaloza Barrios Natalia , Vasquez Manuela Jaramillo , Daza Reatiga William
Published: July 2024

Percutaneous aortic valve replacement (TAVI) has become the treatment of choice for elderly patients with severe aortic valve stenosis because of its less invasiveness compared to surgery. However, it introduces new complications, such as vascular lesions, access site problems, paravalvular leaks, and aortic dissection. Aortic dissection after TAVI is rare but serious, occurring in 0.2% to 0.3% of cases, with both intraprocedural and late cases reported. This case study concerns a 68-year-old woman who developed Stanford B aortic dissection, external iliac artery dissection, and right common femoral artery occlusion after TAVI. Treatment included stenting of the iliac and common femoral arteries, followed by a staged procedure: debranching, thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) and endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR), with satisfactory results. This case, underscores the importance of vigilance in the management of TAVI-related complications to optimize patient care and outcomes.
The Role of Collaborative Ethnography in Placemaking
Authors: Menezes Marluci , Smaniotto Costa Carlos
Published: July 2024

This article discusses collaborative ethnography as a meaningful source for spatial research, in particular, for participatory methodologies in urban planning and placemaking processes. It investigates the experiences with co-creation and co-research in different research projects to gain insight into the performance of collaborative ethnography as a technique to explore and enrich local knowledge. To better understand the possible causal relationships between the experience gained in the projects and the learnt lessons, we also identify recommendations for improving research methodologies to be applied in placemaking. The article concludes that collaborative ethnography is an effective tool for adding value to spatial co-research and co-creation processes. It opens opportunities for the co-production of space, ideas and knowledge, contributing at the same time to better informed decision-making. It also helps improve ideas and gather insights into the spatial needs of focus groups.
Cryo-EM Evidence Elucidated with AlphaFold2 Computational Prediction Provides Structural Insights into the Complex Modular Structure of GABAA Receptors
Authors: Xue Hong , Kan Chloe , Ullah Ata
Published: July 2024

GABAA receptors are channel proteins crucial to mediating neuronal balance in the CNS. The structure of GABAA receptors allows for multiple binding sites and is key to drug development. Yet, the formation mechanism of the receptor’s distinctive pentameric structure is still unknown. This study aims to investigate the role of three predominant subunits of the human GABAA receptor in the formation of protein pentamers. Through purifying and refolding the protein fragments of the GABAA receptor α1, β2, and γ2 subunits, homopentamers were visualised with negative staining and Cryo-EM. To aid the analysis, AlphaFold2 was used to compare the structures. Results show that α1 and β2 subunit fragments successfully formed homo-oligomers, particularly homopentameric structures, while the predominant heteropentameric GABAA receptor was also replicated through the combination of the three subunits. However, it is still unclear whether γ2 subunits can form homopentamers or their main purpose is to bring together the α1 and β2 subunits to form GABAA receptors. Nevertheless, this study will lead to a deeper understanding of the atomic structure of GABAA receptors, especially in the formation mechanism of complex protein structures, and hopefully pave the way to the development of novel therapeutics for neuropsychiatric diseases.