bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Maternal Borderline Personality Disorder Severity and Parenting Behaviors During Conflict Discussions With Adolescent Offspring
Authors: Kerr Sophie , Cervantes Breana R. , Stepp Stephanie , Sharp Carla
Published: June 2024

Examining the impact of maternal borderline personality disorder (BPD) on parent-child interactions could elucidate pathways of intergenerational risk and inform intervention. The current study used an expanded version of the Observing Mediational Interactions to investigate (a) associations between maternal BPD symptom severity and mediational parenting behaviors during conflict discussions with clinically referred early adolescent offspring (N = 56, age = 10-15, 54% female) and their mothers, and (b) the potential moderating role of early adolescent BPD symptom severity in those associations. Consistent with hypotheses, mothers with higher levels of BPD symptom severity engaged in fewer positive emotional/attachment-based behaviors and more negative (i.e., invalidating, controlling, coercive, or insensitive) parenting behaviors. Only parent-reported, but not self-reported, adolescent BPD severity moderated these associations; maternal BPD severity was significantly associated only with negative parenting in dyads with low-to-moderate levels of parent-reported adolescent BPD severity. We discuss implications including targeting attachment-based and negative parenting behaviors in intervention.
Neuronal cell protective effects of phenolic compounds derived from steam exploded nematode-infected pine
Authors: Jung Ji Young , Yang Si Young Ha , Yang Jae-Kyung
Published: June 2024

Pine wilt disease is one of the most serious forest diseases that kills pine trees. Most of the nematode-infected pines are fumigated or locally incinerated and are thus not appropriately utilized. This study explored methods to utilize abandoned nematode-infected pines. The chemical compositions of healthy and nematode-infected pines were analyzed, and the neuroprotective effects of phenolic compounds extracted after steam explosion treatment were investigated. In terms of chemical composition, the nematode-infected pine chips suffered more damage from the steam explosion treatment than the healthy pine chips. In addition, the total phenolic compound content showed a clear difference depending on the presence of infection and steam explosion conditions. The maximum total phenolic compound content of extracted ethanol was found when the nematode-infected pine chip was subjected to steam explosion with a severity factor (Ro) of 3.82. The steam exploded pine extract of 10 μg/mL inhibited glutamate-induced early apoptotic cell death compared to cells treated with 10 mM glutamate alone. These results suggested that steam-exploded pine can be used as an effective natural material for neuronal cell protection.
Barrier properties of polyhydroxybutyrate/ethyl cellulose-blend-coated paper through the incorporation of organo-modified nanoclay as a coating component
Authors: Lee Yong Ju , Lim Dong Gun , Cha Ji Eun , Lee Do Young , Lee Tai-Ju , Kim Hyoung Jin
Published: June 2024

A sodium bentonite product (nanoclay) was added to a polyhydroxybutyrate/ ethyl cellulose (PHB/EC) blend coating agent, and the impact of the nanoclay content on the properties of the coated paper was investigated. The organically treated nanoclay exhibited enhanced compatibility with the PHB/EC blend, ensuring uniform dispersion within the coating layer and improving the barrier properties of the coated paper. The mechanical properties of the PHB/EC blend-coated paper with nanoclay demonstrated ductile behavior, reducing the tensile strength and increasing the elongation. However, at higher nanoclay loadings, specifically up to 25%, aggregation among nanoclay particles occurred. This hindered the enhancement of barrier properties, thereby decreasing the degree of elongation. Incorporating nanoclay as a filler in the PHB/EC blend at suitable levels showed potential for further enhancing the barrier properties and ensuring economic feasibility in the production of packaging paper.
Forest carbon trade in Malaysia: Early assessment of awareness, knowledge, and constraints among forest owners
Authors: Jegatheswaran Natkuncaran , Ratnasingam Jegatheswaran , Zbiec Marcin , Ioras Florin , Liat Lim Choon , Ab Latib Hazirah
Published: June 2024

Forest carbon credit project developments throughout the world can contribute to nature-based solutions to mitigate climate change. With Malaysia’s large forest endowment, a study was conducted to evaluate the awareness and knowledge among forest owners, and to identify the main constraints faced when venturing into forest carbon credit projects. A total of 75 companies in both forest plantations and natural forests were involved in the study. The results clearly suggest that knowledge and awareness of forest carbon credit projects is relatively low among forest owners. Hence, forest carbon credit projects development in the country is relatively slow and only a few projects have had serious development to the auction phase. The slow uptake of carbon projects is plagued by the low carbon credit price, lack of clarity in the national carbon policy, limited expertise and capability for project development, and the lack of financing mechanisms for project development. Forest owners prefer biomass production and timber production due to the higher economic returns. Against this background, policymakers as well as federal-state initiatives need to address the gaps with the forest carbon credit project development ecosystem, in order to facilitate and realize the full carbon sequestration potential of the country.
Estrategia sostenible para mejorar la eficiencia de los servicios de inseminación artificial en ganado bovino en el trópico
Authors: Pedroso Sosa Rodolfo , Roller Gutiérrez Felicia , Burgos Macías Daniel Isaías
Published: June 2024

The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of artificial insemination (AI) services in Holstein x Brahman cows under a heat induction programme. Three experiments were carried out. In Exp. 1, a retrospective analysis of the efficiency of AI insemination of 41 000 cows treated with the combination of progesterone and oestradiol benzoate or equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG) was carried out. In Exp. 2 it was evaluated 863 cows inseminated after heat induced with progesterone and oestradiol benzoate to know the physiological events that occur before and after service in herds with a high incidence of anoestrus. Gynaecological examinations and determination of progesterone in milk were performed. The purpose of Exp. 3 was to improve the effectiveness of AI services for cows in postpartum anoestrus treated with progesterone and oestradiol benzoate combined with a technique to identify and induce the return to service of females that did not conceive. Only 30% of the cows exceeded 40% conception. The best results were obtained when using eCG (47% vs 29%). The problems associated with the low conception rate were unfertilized oestrus, embryonic mortality and anoestrus after breeding (Exp. 2). The return to service induction technique increased (p<0.001) the conception rate of the second induced service and the percentage of accumulated pregnancy in the treated group compared to the control (69.0 and 32.0%, respectively) (Exp. 3).
Revisión sistemática y metaanálisis de la asociación de la infección por Toxocara canis con atopia y asma
Authors: Alcantara-Neves Neuza Maria , Jaramillo-Hernández Dumar Alexander , Salazar-Garcés Luis Fabián , Alves dos Santos Mariese Conceição , Da Silva Pinheiro Carina
Published: June 2024

La toxocariasis humana es la helmintiasis cosmopolita más importante del mundo. La infección puede modular la respuesta inmune del huésped paraténico infectado, y se sugiere que es un factor de riesgo importante para el desarrollo de asma y estar asociado con niveles elevados de diferentes marcadores de atopia. El objetivo de este estudio fue realizar una revisión sistemática y un metanálisis de la asociación entre la toxocariasis humana con asma y enfermedades atópicas. La búsqueda bibliográfica identificó 1705 artículos sobre la asociación de Toxocara spp con asma. Luego, se seleccionaron 24 artículos con base en los criterios de inclusión y exclusión, siguiendo los protocolos PRISMA. Estos trabajos sirvieron para analizar datos de asociación como factor de riesgo de aumento del asma e investigar la asociación de esta infección con la aparición de marcadores de atopia (IgE específica). Los resultados no indicaron asociación entre asma y seropositividad a Toxocara spp, aunque hubo una tendencia positiva (OR 1,47; IC 95% 0.92-2.33). Sin embargo, cuando los estudios se clasificaron por tipo se encontró una asociación positiva en los estudios de tipo caso-control (OR 1,69; IC 95% 1.06-2.70). Además, hubo una asociación positiva con este marcador atópico en el análisis de la asociación de la toxocariasis con la IgE específica (OR 1.77; IC 95% 1.19-2.64). La evidencia encontrada no fue del todo concluyente respecto a la posibilidad de tener infección por T. canis como factor de riesgo para el desarrollo de asma, aunque existe una tendencia estadística positiva. Por otro lado, la asociación con resultados de IgE específica respalda hallazgos previos en la literatura, donde las infecciones por helmintos pueden estimular la producción de este tipo de anticuerpos, lo que lleva a una asociación positiva con la atopia.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging in diagnosing anterior and posterior cruciate ligament injury of knee joint with arthroscopic correlation
Authors: Shrestha Manmohan Bir , Chaudhary Mahesh , Limbu Jayanti , Chaudhary Biva , Pokhrel Abishek , Limbu Amit
Published: June 2024

Anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments are the most injured of the major knee ligaments. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) knee is routinely used to diagnose or support clinical diagnosis for cruciate ligament tear before arthroscopic treatment. MRI of the knee has been regarded as the non-invasive alternative to diagnostic arthroscopy, which is regarded as the gold standard for the diagnosis of traumatic intra-articular knee injuries. A cross-sectional study was carried out in the Department of Radiology in collaboration with Orthopedics among 55 patients with clinically suspected anterior and posterior cruciate ligament injury using the purposive sampling method. MRI diagnosis of anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments tear correlated significantly well with arthroscopic diagnosis as shown by the higher validity test results with 90.91% sensitivity, 97.73% specificity, 96.36% accuracy, 90.91% positive predictive value, and 97.73% negative predictive value. The study also revealed that there is no statistically significant difference (p =0.62) between MRI and arthroscopy in the evaluation of cruciate ligament tears. Therefore, MRI is a reliable tool and non-invasive diagnostic modality in the evaluation of anterior and posterior cruciate ligament tears before surgical management of these cases.
trágica historia de Violante y Didaco en las versiones de Pierre Boaistuau y Jean de Marconville: De la nouvelle al exemplum.
Authors: González-Doreste Dulce-María
Published: June 2024

De la bonté et mauvaistié des femmes (1563) está plagada de referencias a numerosas autoridades cuyos nombres son incluidos en el propio texto o destacados en los márgenes. En ocasiones estas fuentes no han sido consultadas directamente y en otros casos Marconville las oculta o no las identifica. Como señala Richard A. Carr (2000), de todas esas fuentes silenciadas, la más importante y explotada es sin duda la obra del humanista francés, Pierre Boaistiau, señor de Launay (1520-1566). La truculenta historia de Violante y Didaco, ignorada, excepto en la obra de Marconville, en todos los tratados de Vies des femmes illustres de finales del siglo XV y del XVI, se inspira de la quinta nouvelle de las Histoires tragiques de Boaistuau. Este trabajo se propone descubrir las estrategias formales e ideológicas empleadas por Marconville para elaborar su propia versión, así como para conseguir sus propósitos didácticos y morales, orientados, como el mismo expone en la dedicatoria, a servir de ejemplo: “que cela serve de miroir et exemple perpetuel aux lecteurs pour guider et conduire leurs actions et reformer l’estat de leur vie”.
Ethnicity and Representation
Authors: Ament-Kovács Bence
Published: June 2024

Those Germans who remained in Hungary after the Second World War faced complex political, economic, and social difficulties. In cultural terms, the diverse self-definitions of the Germans living in Hungary at that time precluded national cohesion, despite the use by the authorities of the unifying definition “German.” This national minority was bound together primarily by shared trauma. Individuals and communities alike were searching for their place amidst the changed circumstances, and it was the umbrella organization known as the Democratic Association of Germans in Hungary (Magyarországi Németek Demokratikus Szövetsége) that sought to bring them together. It was not until the 1970s that the association began to professionalize its activities and to conduct ethnographic research in cooperation with qualified specialists. During this process, the village of Harta, which was already famous for its folk art, came to their attention. It was specifically the economic potential of this settlement in Bács-Kiskun County, and its character as an ethnic and confessional enclave, that laid the foundations for the uniform objects and motifs of this local center of furniture painting. After the Second World War, the county administration's cultural policy was relatively accepting of the furniture-making tradition here, and the local intelligentsia showed a supportive attitude towards the settlement's German heritage. In the 1970s, there was still a furniture painter living in Harta, who won the most prestigious folk-art award, regularly participated in exhibitions and gala events, and even produced painted furniture in the cooperative's subsidiary branch at the initiative of the local council president. This ensured that painted furniture from Harta came to represent not only the traditionalist aspirations of the German Association, but also national cultural policy. Harta furniture emerged as the most iconic style of minority painted furniture and as the shared heritage of the German community in Hungary.
Enrichment of apple juice with antioxidant-rich elderberry (Sambucus nigra L) pomace extract
Authors: Furulyás D. , Szalóki-Dorkó L. , Máté M. , Stefanovits-Bányai É.
Published: June 2024

Elderberry pomace, a by-product generated by elderberry processing industries, may be a favourable resource for further utilisation due to its components of high nutritional quality. In our research, elderberry pomace extract (EP) was added to apple juice as natural food additive for controlling microbial spoilage and enriching antioxidant components.

During the 8-week storage period of enriched apple juice (EPA) and control apple juice samples antioxidant properties were evaluated using the FRAP assay, Folin–Ciocalteu method, and pH differentiation method. The amount of polyphenols components was quantified using an RP-HPLC method. The microbiological status of samples was studied by determining the total viable and yeast/mould counts. The EPA is an important source of polyphenol components and other bioactive compounds, and the results suggest that extract of elderberry pomace could be a promising natural preservative to improve microbiological stability during refrigerated storage and increase the quality of apple juice.
An annotated avian checklist of Bornadi Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam, India
Authors: Chetry Vivek , Saikia Prasanta Kumar , Mahananda Pranjal , Saikia Malabika Kakati , Sarma Kuladip
Published: June 2024

The Bornadi Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS) boasts a variety of habitats, including forest, riparian, degraded forest, and transitional zones located near human settlements and cropland. From 2019 to 2022, a thorough avian survey was conducted using the point count method, covering all habitats and seasons. The study documented 227 avian species from 65 families and 18 orders. Of the bird species observed, 72.3% were resident, and 27.7% were migratory. Over the study period, one Endangered species, three Vulnerable, and six Near Threatened species were recorded based on their IUCN Red List status. The avian diversity pattern in BWS is inﬂuenced by a variety of factors, including forest contiguity and heterogeneous habitat. Proper evaluation and management of habitats are essential for the recovery and preservation of fragile environments susceptible to decline in the region.
KEARIFAN LOKAL MASYARAKAT ADAT DALAM MENGELOLA SUMBER DAYA PERIKANAN BERBASIS EKOSISTEM DI SUNGAI KAMPAR PROVINSI RIAU: STUDI KASUS LUBUK LARANGAN
Authors: Prianto Eko , Jhonnerie Romie , Oktorini Yossi , Fauzi Muhammad
Published: June 2024

Sumber daya ikan di Sungai Kampar memainkan peran penting bagi masyarakat setempat, namun saat ini menghadapi ancaman overfishing. Salah satu pendekatan untuk mengatasi masalah ini melalui pengelolaan perikanan berbasis Hak Pengelolaan Perikanan (HPP), yang banyak diadopsi oleh masyarakat adat Indonesia melalui kearifan lokal. Salah satu model pengelolaan perikanan berbasis kearifan lokal yang banyak diterapkan disepanjang Sungai Kampar adalah "lubuk larangan”. Tujuan penulisan ini adalah untuk menggambarkan penerapan lubuk larangan sebagai instrumen pengelolaan sumberdaya perikanan berbasis ekosistem di Sungai Kampar dan implikasi didalam penerapannya. Penerapan lubuk larangan sepenuhnya di bawah tanggung jawab ninik mamak dengan dukungan aktif dari masyarakat. Hasil lubuk larangan sepenuhnya diperuntukkan untuk pembangunan dan kegiatan sosial seperti membangun masjid, jalan, menyantuni anak yatim, kegiatan olah raga dan sebagainya. Penerapan "lubuk larangan" menunjukkan aspek penting dalam pengelolaan perikanan berbasis ekosistem, termasuk konservasi sumber daya perikanan, dukungan terhadap keseimbangan ekosistem, perlindungan spesies terancam punah, peningkatan hasil tangkapan jangka panjang, distribusi sumber daya ikan secara adil, pendekatan terpadu dalam pengelolaan, serta partisipasi dan pengawasan masyarakat.Fish resources in the Kampar River play an important role for local communities but are currently facing the threat of overfishing. One approach to overcome this problem is through fisheries management based on Fishery Management Rights, which is widely adopted by Indonesian indigenous communities through local wisdom. One fisheries management model based on local wisdom widely applied along the Kampar River is "lubuk larangan". The purpose of this paper is to describe the application of lubuk larangan as an instrument for ecosystem-based fisheries resource management in the Kampar River and the implications in its implementation. The full implementation of lubuk larangan is below ninik mamak's responsibility with active support from the community. The proceeds from lubuk larangan are fully intended for development and social activities such as building mosques, roads, assisting orphans, sports activities, etc. The application of "lubuk larangan" shows an important aspect in ecosystem-based fisheries management, including conservation of fisheries resources, support for ecosystem balance, protection of endangered species, increase in long-term catches, fair and equitable distribution of fish resources, an integrated approach to management, and community-based participation and supervision.
ANALISIS KESESUAIAN PENEMPATAN KERAMBA JARING APUNG IKAN KERAPU DI SELAT MADURA: PERTIMBANGAN KUALITAS AIR LAUT
Authors: Muhammad Iqbal , Nurdjaman Susanna
Published: June 2024

Budidaya perikanan sangatlah penting untuk menyeimbangkan produksi ikan yang ada di Indonesia yang saat ini terlalu mengandalkan pada sektor perikanan tangkap. Salah satu alternatif budidaya perikanan adalah dengan keramba jaring apung (KJA). Ikan kerapu merupakan komoditas yang cocok untuk budidaya dengan KJA. Dalam penelitian ini, dilakukan uji kelayakan kualitas air laut sekitar perairan di Selat Madura dengan menggunakan standar baku mutu kualitas air laut untuk ikan kerapu, selanjutnya dilakukan pemetaan kesesuaian lokasi untuk budidaya dengan metode KJA. Data yang digunakan adalah data kualitas air laut dari Marine Coppernicus pada tahun 2021. Kesesuaian lokasi perairan untuk budidaya KJA dikategorikan menjadi 3 kelompok yaitu sangat sesuai (S1), sesuai (S2), dan tidak sesuai (N). Dari hasil pemetaan lokasi kesesuaian perairan untuk budidaya ikan kerapu dengan KJA di Selat Madura, menunjukkan bahwa bagian barat Selat Madura yang meliputi: perairan sekitar Pasuruan, Sidoarjo, Surabaya, Bangkalan, sebagian pesisir Probolinggo dan Sampang masuk pada kategori sesuai (S2) dengan rata-rata skor 56,4 sedangkan untuk perairan sekitar Situbondo, Pamekasan, Sumenep dan sebagian pesisir Probolinggo dan Sampang masuk pada kategori sangat sesuai (S1) dengan rata-rata skor 71,6. Kesesuaian tersebut sangat dipengaruhi beberapa parameter penting seperti batimetri dan kecerahan di daerah tersebut.Fish farming plays a crucial role in Indonesia's efforts to manage its fish production, especially considering the heavy reliance on the capture fisheries sector. One promising method in fish farming involves using floating net cages, known locally as Keramba Jaring Apung (KJA). Grouper fish (Epinephelus fuscoguttatus) are particularly suitable for cultivation using KJA. This study examined the feasibility of seawater quality in the Madura Strait area by applying standard quality criteria tailored for grouper fish. Additionally, it mapped out suitable locations for KJA-based cultivation. The data utilized in this study included seawater quality data from Marine Copernicus for the year 2021. The suitability of locations for KJA farming was classified into three categories: highly suitable (S1), suitable (S2), and not suitable (N). Mapping results revealed that the western part of the Madura Strait, including Pasuruan, Sidoarjo, Surabaya, Bangkalan, and parts of Probolinggo and Sampang coastal areas, fell into the suitable (S2) category with an average score of 56.4. Conversely, Situbondo, Pamekasan, Sumenep, and parts of Probolinggo and Sampang coastal areas were classified as highly suitable (S1) with an average score of 71.6. The suitability of these locations is influenced significantly by crucial parameters such as bathymetry and water clarity in the respective areas.
Application of small punch test to estimate mechanical behaviour of SUS304 austenitic stainless steel
Authors: Doan The Yen , Pham Hang Thi
Published: June 2024

The small punch test with an application of a relatively small specimen has recently become a reliable material mechanics testing method. In this study, the small punch test is set up based on the conventional mechanical testing machine for SUS304 stainless steel to evaluate the mechanical properties of SUS304 steel at different displacement rates of the punch in quasi-static loading condition in the case of with and without heat treatment. Although heat treatment has an insignificant effect on the microstructure and hardness of the material, the mechanical properties of the material in the small punch test are greatly reduced after heat treatment. Both cases with and without heat treatment have a similar tendency for the rate - sensitivity of the applied force - displacement curve. A higher value of force is applied to obtain the same value of displacement at a low displacement rate in the stable plastic deformation zone. Meanwhile, the maximum value of applied force is higher at a higher displacement rate in the stage that initiation of crack might appear. In the examined range of displacement rate, a positive rate - sensitivity of displacement at the maximum force. Therefore, a correlation between equivalent fracture strain and fracture toughness of the material can be achieved.
Study on Design and Fabrication of 4 Wheel Steering Mechanism
Authors: Joshi Piyush , Dhara Prosenjit , Bhowmick Siddhartha
Published: June 2024

This study focuses on the design and fabrication of a four-wheeled steering (4WS) mechanism, a technology that enables all four wheels of a vehicle to turn, thus enhancing control and manoeuvrability. Four-wheel steering allows for significant improvement in a vehicle's turning circle at low speeds by enabling the rear wheels to turn in the opposite direction to the front wheels. At high speeds, this system contributes to increased stability and a reduced risk of over steer. Despite these advantages, 4WS systems are complex and expensive, which has limited their prevalence in the automotive market. The Honda Prelude, introduced in 1987, was the first car equipped with 4WS. However, the technology has not been widely adopted, largely due to driver unfamiliarity with the control dynamics at low speeds. This research aims to explore the potential benefits of 4WS and assess its future adoption prospects as technological advancements and cost reductions are realized. Through detailed analysis and experimental fabrication, this study seeks to contribute to the understanding and potential application of 4WS in modern vehicles.
Investigating The Importance of Vaccines and Childhood Nutrition on Improving Maternal and Child Health
Authors: Kumari Priyanka , . Shivom
Published: June 2024

T Maternal and child health remains a critical global concern, with significant efforts directed towards improving outcomes. This paper undertakes a comprehensive review to elucidate the pivotal roles of vaccines and childhood nutrition in enhancing maternal and child health. Vaccines are recognized as one of the most effective public health interventions, substantially reducing the burden of infectious diseases among both mothers and children. Through immunization, mothers are safeguarded against potentially life-threatening infections during pregnancy, consequently reducing maternal morbidity and mortality rates. Additionally, childhood vaccination programs play a crucial role in preventing various communicable diseases, thereby ensuring the well-being of infants and young children. Concomitantly, childhood nutrition emerges as a cornerstone of maternal and child health. Adequate nutrition during pregnancy is paramount for fetal development and maternal well-being, mitigating the risks of complications such as low birth weight and preterm birth. Furthermore, early childhood nutrition profoundly influences growth, cognitive development, and immune function, laying the foundation for optimal health outcomes throughout life. Addressing malnutrition in all its forms is imperative, encompassing not only undernutrition but also the rising challenges of overweight and obesity, which pose significant health risks. Moreover, the synergistic effects of vaccines and proper nutrition are evident in promoting maternal and child health. Immunization efficacy can be augmented by ensuring adequate nutritional status, as malnutrition can compromise immune responses and vaccine effectiveness. Conversely, vaccines protect against infectious diseases that can exacerbate malnutrition, thus fostering a positive cycle of health improvement. However, challenges such as vaccine hesitancy, inadequate healthcare infrastructure, and socioeconomic disparities persist, hindering the full realization of these interventions' potential.
Factors of Growing Mental Health Issues of Employees at Workplace in Service Based Industries
Authors: Sharma Bhanu Pratap , Prakash Y
Published: June 2024

The multifaceted factors leading to the increasing prevalence of mental health challenges among employees within service-based industries. Amidst the dynamic landscape of modern workplaces, employees face an array of stressors, ranging from demanding workloads and tight deadlines to interpersonal conflicts and job insecurity. The paper delves into the unique stressors inherent to service-based industries, where the pressure to meet client expectations, maintain service quality, and navigate unpredictable customer interactions can significantly impact employee well-being. Furthermore, organizational factors such as inadequate support systems, lack of mental health resources, and stigma surrounding mental health issues exacerbate the problem. Drawing on existing literature and empirical evidence, this abstract aims to shed light on the complex interplay of individual, organizational, and environmental factors contributing to the escalating mental health concerns among employees in service-based industries. Understanding these factors is crucial for developing targeted interventions and fostering a supportive workplace culture conducive to employee mental health and overall well-being.
The Impact of Digital Platforms on Effective and Efficient Recruitment Practices in Organisations
Authors: Jain Manvi , Pandey Nivedita
Published: June 2024

The integration of digital platforms in recruitment processes has become a cornerstone for modern organizations seeking to streamline their hiring practices. This dissertation investigates the ways in which digital platforms enable effective and efficient recruitment strategies within organizations. It examines how these platforms enhance candidate sourcing, screening, and selection processes while addressing challenges such as bias mitigation and candidate experience improvement. Through a synthesis of literature, case studies, and empirical research, this study explores the impact of digital platforms on recruitment outcomes and organizational performance. Additionally, it evaluates the role of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, in optimizing recruitment processes. By analyzing current trends and best practices, this dissertation offers valuable insights for organizations aiming to leverage digital platforms for recruitment success.
MERITOCRACIA, SEUS SENTIDOS E CRÍTICA A PARTIR DA ESTRUTURA DO TRABALHO
Authors: Simim Thiago Aguiar
Published: June 2024

Resumo: A meritocracia é afirmada como princípio de justiça ou criticada como ideologia a partir de diferentes abordagens que se concentram em determinados aspectos da modernidade e do capitalismo. O objetivo deste artigo é reconstruir o conceito de mérito, apoiando-se no contexto de emergência e no desenvolvimento das formas de organização capitalista do trabalho, descritas sobretudo nas pesquisas históricas e sociológicas do trabalho. Para isso, o texto trata das críticas mais usuais à meritocracia e dos sentidos da ideia de mérito em três dimensões distintas: o combate a privilégios, a performance individual e o mérito dos resultados. Este texto reflete sobre a importância de se ancorar a crítica à meritocracia não somente na negação categórica, enquanto ideologia neoliberal, mas também a partir da pesquisa social em torno da estruturação do trabalho, tentando reconstruir suas condicionantes em uma sociedade do capitalismo periférico como o Brasil.
Levels of metabolizable energy and crude protein on laying rate and egg quality of laying quails
Authors: Mariot Christine Rubiane , Rodrigues da Silva Daniel , Pereira Mirelle Farias , Suyama Marcelo Suzuki , Gewehr Clóvis Eliseu , Bedin Aline Félix Schneider
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT: This study evaluated the zootechnical performance of 192 laying quails, receiving diets with different levels of crude protein (18 and 19%) and metabolizable energy (2,500, 2,600, 2,700 and 2,800 kcal/kg), in a 2 x 4 factorial arrangement. The experiment consists of four experimental periods of 28 days each, where feed intake (g/bird), feed conversion (by dozens of eggs and egg mass), laying rate, weight and mass of eggs and indices of egg quality (yolk, shell and albumen content, shell thickness, Haugh unit). Results indicated that reducing feed energy levels to 2,500 and 2,600 kcal/kg increased feed intake (P < 0.05). However, reducing protein levels to 18% did not change (P > 0.05) feed intake. No differences (P > 0.05) were observed in laying rate, feed conversion per dozen eggs and egg mass, and egg quality indices, in relation to energy or protein levels. There were no interactions between dietary energy and protein levels. In conclusion, the reduction of metabolizable energy levels to 2,500 kcal/kg and crude protein to 18% in diets for laying quails, from 52 to 68 weeks of age, is a viable alternative to reduce production costs, without harming performance and egg quality.
Condicionantes das internações por doenças respiratórias: evidências espaciais a partir do desmatamento na Amazônia Legal
Authors: Bento José Alex do Nascimento , Araujo Jair Andrade de , Tabosa Francisco José Silva , Justo Wellington Ribeiro
Published: June 2024

Resumo Este estudo avalia os condicionantes das internações por doenças respiratórias para a região da Amazônia Legal, no âmbito municipal, no período 2000-2019, com o emprego de modelos abordando a dependência espacial. Os resultados da Análise Exploratória de Dados Espaciais sugerem a existência de clusters em um padrão Alto-Alto na região do Arco do Desmatamento e na parte nordeste da referida região. Os resultados indicaram a ocorrência de efeitos não observados nas internações por doenças respiratórias, sendo adequada a estimação pelo modelo Spatial Autocorrelation Model (SAC). As variáveis desmatamento, densidade populacional, emissão de Gases do Efeito Estufa (GEE) e crédito rural influenciaram positivamente, ao passo que razão capital-trabalho e precipitação afetaram de maneira negativa as internações por doenças respiratórias.
Composite based on recycled polypropylene for use in agricultural installations
Authors: Miranda Luana V. , Azeredo Givanildo A. de , Farias Marconi A.
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT This study aims to develop an eco-friendly, recyclable, and cost-effective composite material for use in storage sheds and machine workshops. The new composite consists of stone dust and gravel bricks bonded by recycled polypropylene through heat treatment. The main focus of this study is to determine the effects of varying polymer proportions on the resistance and permeability properties of the studied composite, intending to achieve optimal properties, i.e., high resistance and low permeability. To do this, the 2² factorial arrangement was employed, comprising four treatments along with three central points, each replicated three times. The data was statistically analyzed at a 95% confidence level from an adapted methodology. This involved tests of compression strength, 3-point bending strength, Los Angeles abrasion, and water absorption by immersion, in which three percentages of polymer content (PC) - 15, 25, and 35% - and aggregates (fine sand, medium sand, and coarse sand - FS, MS, and CS) were used to prepare the composite. The developed composite was deemed suitable for use in storage warehouses and machine workshops, as it presented physical and mechanical appropriate characteristics, i.e., a low water absorption rate and high resistance to compression and abrasion, in addition to being an environmentally friendly composite.
Growth and ionic homeostasis of custard apple seedlings irrigated with saline wastewater
Authors: Souza Antônia A. T. , Mendonça Vander , Paiva Emanoela P. de , Melo Bruna E. F. , Souza Neta Maria L. de , Santos Antônio S. dos , Oliveira Francisca das C. de , Peixoto Tayd D. C. , Ferreira Neto Miguel , Sá Francisco V. da S.
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT Custard apple (Annona squamosa L.) is a sensitive fruit crop to salinity. One of the alternatives to minimize the deleterious effects of salt stress is adopting mineral fertilization management practices, promoting increased crop tolerance to salts. Therefore, the objective of the present study was to evaluate NPK doses to mitigate salt stress in custard apple seedlings irrigated with saline wastewater. The experiment was performed in a greenhouse, adopting a randomized block design in a 3 × 5 factorial scheme, corresponding to three irrigation waters (local-supply water of 0.53 dS m-1 electrical conductivity (control); desalination reject of 3.5 dS m-1; fish farming effluent of 3.5 dS m-1) and five proportions of the NPK recommendation (25, 50, 75, 100, and 125% of the fertilization recommendation), with four replicates. The growth, biomass accumulation, and nutrients were evaluated. Irrigation with desalination reject, and fish farming effluent restricted the growth of custard apple seedlings, regardless of the NPK dose used. The ionic homeostasis of seedlings irrigated with desalination reject and fish farming effluent is optimized by fertilization with 50% of the NPK recommendation corresponding to 50, 150, and 75 mg of N, P2O5, and K2O dm-3, respectively. For the production of seedlings irrigated with local-supply water, the dose of 75% NPK, corresponding to 75, 225, and 112.5 mg of N, P2O5, and K2O dm-3, respectively, is recommended.
Lettuce growing in different hydroponic systems and nutrient concentrations of the nutrient solution
Authors: Góis Helena M. de M. N. , Oliveira Francisco de A. de , Oliveira Renata R. T. , Pinto Francisco F. B. , Aroucha Edna M. M. , Queiroz Gabriela C. M. de , Almeida José G. L. de , Oliveira Carlos E. A. de
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT Alternative techniques for cultivation without soil are widespread; however, studies comparing hydroponic systems still need to be studied, mainly in semi-arid regions. The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of hydroponic systems on the yield and quality of lettuce cultivars subjected to different electrical conductivities of the nutrient solution. The research was conducted in a greenhouse, adopting a completely randomized design in a 2 × 2 × 3 factorial scheme, being two lettuce cultivars (Cinderela and Rubinela), two electrical conductivities (2.90 and 1.6 dS m-1), and three hydroponics systems (NFT, semi-hydroponic, and floating), with three replications. The number of leaves, leaf succulence, specific leaf area, leaf fresh mass, total dry mass, leaf area, titratable acidity, vitamin C, and soluble solids were evaluated. Cinderela cultivar showed the highest average leaf fresh mass, total dry mass, leaf area, and vitamin C values. The NFT and floating systems provided the highest leaf yield and quality, especially in the solution of 1.60 dS m-1. The semi-hydroponic system provided greater development of the plants with a more concentrated nutrient solution (2.90 dS m-1).
Resistance of forage grasses to Blissus pulchellus Montandon (Hemiptera: Blissidae)
Authors: Simon Jaime E. , Medeiros Roberto D. de , Lima Antonio C. S. , Silva Edgley S. da , Dionisio Luiz F. S.
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT Chinch bugs [Blissus pulchellus Montandon (Hemiptera: Blissidae)] suck the phloem from susceptible forage grasses, injecting toxins that destroy plant vessels and compromise the flow of water and nutrients, leading to plant death. Thus, the aim of this study was to assess eight forage grasses for antixenosis resistance to B. pulchellus and compare the anatomical characteristics of leaf sheath tissue from resistant and susceptible species/cultivars. Experiments were conducted in a laboratory and greenhouse, using choice and no-choice tests with the following forage grasses: Urochloa ruziziensis, U. humidicola, U. brizantha ‘Piatã’, U. brizantha ‘Paiaguás’, U. brizantha ‘Marandu’, Panicum maximum ‘Mombaça’, P. maximum ‘Zuri’, and Andropogon gayanus. The oviposition results demonstrated that in the choice test there was a change in the stink bug’s behavior in relation to grasses four hours after infestation, with U. humidicola, P. maximum ‘Mombaça’ and ‘Zuri’, U. brizantha ‘Marandu’ and A. gayanus, proving to be less attractive to insects. It is concluded that U. humidicola, P. maximum ‘Mombaça’ and ‘Zuri’, U. brizantha ‘Marandu’, and A. gayanus are less attractive to B. pulchellus. A. gayanus and P. maximum ‘Mombaça’ and ‘Zuri’ showed non-preference resistance (antixenosis) to oviposition by B. pulchellus. The resistance of U. humidicola, P. maximum ‘Zuri’, and A. gayanus to B. pulchellus may be associated with greater compaction and lignification of the parenchyma and sclerenchyma cells of leaf sheaths.
Relative age effect on muscle power in Brazilian youth: a population study
Authors: Bergmann Gabriel Gustavo , Mello Júlio Brugnara , Gaya Adroaldo Cezar Araujo , Fonseca Fabiano de Souza , Silva Amanda Franco da , Ferreira Gustavo Dias , Pinheiro Eraldo dos Santos
Published: June 2024

Abstract This study aimed to examine the relative age effect on muscle power in a large sample of Brazilian children and adolescents. The sample consisted of 87,766 girls and boys aged 7-16 years, data collected in repeated cross-sectional surveillance carried out since 1999. The participants were grouped into four age subgroups within each chronological age based on birthdates. Upper and lower limbs muscle power were assessed using the 2-Kg medicine ball throw and horizontal jump tests, respectively. The normative distribution of physical fitness components was used for classification. The results showed a significant association between relative age and normative classification of muscle power. Among boys, there was a sequential increase in the frequency of individuals classified as “very good/excellent” as the relative age increased. A similar trend was observed among girls. The findings provided evidence of a relative age effect on muscle power in Brazilian children and adolescents. These findings have implications for the organization of structured physical activities and sports, as early-born individuals may have an advantage in performance. Further research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms and potential interventions to mitigate the relative age effect and promote equal opportunities for all youth in physical activities and sports.
Soft skills in Orthodontics: an analysis in residents and experienced professionals
Authors: SILVA Ivan , MIRANDA Felicia , LAURIS José Roberto Pereira , GARIB Daniela
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT Introduction: Soft skills represent a range of personal skills, attitudes and characteristics relevant to success and adequate work performance. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and usage of soft skills in Orthodontics. Methods: The participants answered a questionnaire containing 27 objective questions on awareness and frequency of soft skills in their professional activities. Participants were also asked to rank the soft skills in a crescent order of importance. The sample was divided into subgroups: A) residents in Orthodontics; B) orthodontists with less than 5 years of experience and C) orthodontists with more than 5 years of experience. Intergroup comparisons were performed using the Kruskal-Wallis test. Sexual differences were compared using Mann-Whitney test (p<0.05). Results: The sample of this observational study comprised 129 experienced orthodontists and residents in Orthodontics (92 women, 37 men) with mean age of 35.3 years. From the total sample, 54,6% of respondents reported no previous instructions on soft skills. All respondents reported using the analyzed soft skills with a similar frequency (median 4-5). Residents reported accessing reliable sources in bibliographic research less frequently (46%). Female orthodontists reported to seek help from teachers and other professionals more often than males. Ethics and communication were frequently ranked as the most important soft skills. Information management and leadership were frequently less ranked as important soft skills. Conclusion: Poor knowledge of soft skills was demonstrated by residents and orthodontists. Communication skill was highly used and frequently ranked as the most important soft skill.
A bibliometric analysis of the 100 top-cited systematic review and meta-analysis in Orthodontics
Authors: SELVARAJ Madhanraj , NIVETHITHA Bhaskar , VARSHITHA Piramanayagam , SANGEETHA Ulaganathan , MADHAN Balasubramanian
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT Objective: This bibliometric study aimed to analyze the citation metrics, journal and author characteristics, and subject domains of the 100 top-cited Systematic Reviews (SR) and Meta-Analysis (MA) in orthodontics. Material and Methods: An electronic database search was conducted for SR and MA in the Web of Science on 16th July 2023, without language and time restrictions. Of the 802 hits returned, the 100 top-cited orthodontic articles were shortlisted. They were analyzed for citation metrics, journal characteristics (journal, year of publication, impact factor-IF), author and affiliation characteristics (number, primary and corresponding author’s affiliation, and country), study domain, and keywords. Results: These articles were published from 1996 to 2021 in 20 journals, with an impact factor of 1.9 to 10.5, by 351 researchers affiliated with 104 universities. Their citations ranged from 45 to 344, and 34 poised to be classified as classic (≥ 100 citations). The maximum number of articles was published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (n=38), the European Journal of Orthodontics (n=18), and the Angle Orthodontist (n=8). The authors for individual papers ranged from 1 to 10, with 5 being the most common (n=58). Europe had the highest contribution regarding the number of corresponding authors, institutions, and citations. Bone anchorage and orthodontic tooth movement/Biomechanics were the most frequently researched domains (n=11 each). The most common keyword used was Orthodontics (n=19), followed by Systematic Review (n=16) and Meta-analysis (n=9). Conclusion: In general, the top cited SR and MA were published in high-impact orthodontic journals, were multi-authored, and reflected the collaborative work from different universities.
How did women and men react to remote Education during the pandemic? The cases of Portugal and Russia
Authors: Veraksa Aleksander , Sá Susana Emília Oliveira e , Gomes Candido Alberto , Sousa Carlos Ângelo de Meneses
Published: June 2024

Abstract Researchers from four countries conducted comparative research on the remote Education experience of Higher Education students during the Covid-19 pandemic and their return to face-to-face Education. Based on other research projects, we applied self-report questionnaires to convenience samples. This article focuses on the results for Portugal and Russia in relation to gender. Despite the differences between both countries, the findings point to the statistical predominance of women as well as their more positive attitudes toward remote Education. Factor analysis revealed that three factors converge to explain most of the variance: 1. Positive attitude in relation to remote Education, 2. Technical, psychological, and educational problems, 3. Positive attitude regarding the return to face-to-face Education. Although women have more access to Higher Education, they have lower occupational and income achievements than men.
Numerical evaluation of dynamic load models of humans walking on building floors
Authors: Cunha Rafael Nunes da , Argôlo Higor Sérgio Dantas de
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT Composite steel and concrete floors are often susceptible to excessive vibrations caused by human activities because of their slender structural elements. To achieve a precise evaluation, it is necessary to incorporate the effects of dynamic loads in the computational model; however, it is difficult to predict this type of load. This study aims to analyze a set of human dynamic load models applied to four composite steel and concrete floors and verify which model can simulate the real load effects by comparing the numerical results obtained in this research with the experimental results obtained in other studies. It was possible to determine the dynamic model that yielded peak and root mean square accelerations closer to the experimental values for different analysis situations.