bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ANALISIS PERBEDAAN PENERIMAAN PAJAK PENGHASILAN ORANG PRIBADI DAN BADAN SEBELUM DAN SESUDAH DITERAPKANNYA PERATURAN PEMERINTAH (PP) NOMOR 46 TAHUN 2013 PADA KANTOR WILAYAH DJP PAPUA DAN MALUKU
Authors: Toatubun Helmi
Published: February 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis apakah terdapat perbedaan penerimaan pajak penghasilan badan dan orang pribadi pada Kantor Wilayah DJP Papua dan Maluku sebelum dan sesudah diterapkannya PP Nomor 46 Tahun 2013. Metode analisis yang digunakan adalah uji beda yaitu Paired sampel T-test dengan bantuan program SPSS versi 17. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan antara penerimaan pajak penghasilan orang pribadi sebelum dan sesudah diterapkannya Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 46 Tahun 2013, hal ini dapat dilihat dari nilai signifikansi lebih kecil dari á 0,05 yaitu sebesar 0,007. Sedangkan penerimaan pajak penghasilan badan juga terdapat perbedaan sebelum dan sesudah diterapkannya Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 46 Tahun 2013 di Kantor Wilayah DJP Papua dan Maluku, hal ini dapat dilihat dari nilai signifikansi lebih kecil dari á 0,05 yaitu sebesar 0,000.
Brain, Breathing and the Heart
Authors: Ramirez Jan-Marino
Published: February 2023

The generation of rhythmic activity is fundamental to the brain. Rhythmicity is critical for cognition, learning and memory, the generationof sleep and wakefulness, and the generation of rhythmic motor behaviors. Breathing is a highly integrated rhythmic behavior that playsmultiple roles through its interactions with the heart and various states of the brain and by controlling ventilation. Various experimentalapproaches led to identifying and manipulating rhythmogenic networks and neurons in the medulla that are critical for the generationof breathing. These rhythmogenic networks can reconfigure to generate different activity patterns that give rise to eupnea, sighs, andgasping. They contain excitatory and inhibitory neurons that are critical for rhythmogenesis, establishing the phase relationship andfrequency of respiratory activity. Rhythmogenic networks in the brainstem interact with multiple brain areas and the heart to establishthe true complexity of the breathing behavior that is essential for life.
Ergonomics Design Issues: Innovation and Ethics
Authors: Chakrabarti Debkumar
Published: February 2023

Ergonomics has extended its application to look into Issues of universality and value-added design development. Design is aninnovative, practical, reproducible problem-solving process that converts ideas into reality, keeping in mind the user’s characteristicsand limitations, aesthetic perception, material and process, and new technology to conceive various aids to human needs. Pleasurebeyond functionality is an immerging issue; design features are not only to divulge ease of use and safety but the pleasure of use andenjoyment of the experience. Emphasis must be on trustworthy-look and feel for functional reliability. The innovation aims at newness.Users’ acceptance of a design depends on how it matches the perception of need with the product features. If it could provide a mentalimage of total trust embedded in its appearance, were not only the functional reliability, several humane issues play respective roles.Inclusiveness elements implanted in a design widen the users’ acceptance of varied requirements and confirm the benefit of properutilization of context-specific user information while conceiving design ideas. It has become an integral part of the ergonomic designprocess. This deliberation focuses on applying ergonomics in design to support productive living, health, and well-being and creatingcontext-specific user-friendly living environments.
When Will the COVID-19 Pandemic End?
Authors: Bharati Kaushik
Published: February 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic, which originated in Wuhan, China, has spread across the world and has wreaked havoc the globe. It hasbeen ongoing for over two years and has killed over 6 million people! Several interventions are available for tackling the virus. Theseinclude drugs such as dexamethasone for treating severe and critical patients, as well as public health measures such as wearing masks,handwashing with soap and water, using alcohol-based hand sanitizers, physical distancing, and avoiding crowds, among others.The recent development and deployment of safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines have been a game-changer in tackling the diseaseon a war footing. However, despite these life-saving interventions, hurdles still remain. These include the emergence of variants andinequitable distribution of vaccines, significantly prolonging the pandemic and unnecessarily taking away countless lives. The presentreview article will try to answer the million-dollar question of when the pandemic will eventually end and what strategies will berequired to achieve this goal.
Bioactive Peptides from Unconventional Food Sources: A Novel Radical Approach in Food Value Addition
Authors: Dhar Pubali
Published: February 2023

Introduction: Bioactive peptides are small peptides of 2-20 amino acids encrypted in the proteins of protein-rich unconventionalfood sources. Bioactive peptides show therapeutic functions such as antioxidative, immunomodulatory, opioid, anti-hypertensive,antimicrobial, etc.Objective: Unconventional protein-rich food sources may be employed to fabricate bioactive peptides using enzyme technology.Methodology: Protein-rich unconventional food sources such as Bellamya bengalensis Lamellidense marginalis have been used to fabricatebioactive peptides using different proteases in vitro. The ultrafiltration technique isolated the peptides. Functional properties of proteinisolates from the meat of Bellamya bengalensis were characterized as foaming property, solubility index of protein, and emulsifyingproperty. The anti-hypertensive property of the bioactive peptides was determined and compared with lisinopril, a standard drug. Invitro experiments and in silico molecular docking studies were carried out to find the most powerful inhibitory peptide against ACE,the major enzyme of the Renin-Angiotensin System. Using isothermal titration calorimetry, the results were further authenticated, andthe actual mechanism of action of their anti-hypertensive property was found.Results: The hydrolysates were ultrafiltered, the smallest fraction was evaluated in MALDI-TOF MS, and five peptides were sequencedvia de novo sequencing. Lisinopril is a synthetic analog of the Angiotensin Converting Enzyme. The BP's binding affinity to ACE's activesite was compared with lisinopril. The thermodynamics of the inhibition was checked by ITC and further validated by in silico moleculardocking study. The ACE-inhibitory potential of the BP positively correlates with the presence of hydrophobic amino acids.Conclusion: BP from different food sources have been excised and studied for their functional properties. Some have anti-hypertensiveproperties and may be of particular interest in the context of hypertension. BP from dietary proteins exposes various biological activities.These BP with anti-hypertensive effects may serve as a value-added food and pharmaceutical product.
A randomized controlled clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of electrical vestibular stimulation, compared to a sham control for the modulation of neurotransmitters in patients with Parkinson’s disease
Authors: Goothy Sai Sailesh Kumar , Anita Choudhary  , Sudhir Gawarikar  , Rohit Singh Chouhan  , Potey Gajanan Govind  , Mahadik Vijay khanderao  , Vijayaraghavan Rajagopalan
Published: February 2023

Background: The existing treatments for PD were associated with side effects and does not offer complete cure. Hence there is a need of alternative therapy which can prevent or delay the onset of PD with less or no side effects.
Aim and objective: The overall objective of the present study was to assess the effectiveness of electrical vestibular nerve stimulation in the management of Parkinson’s disease.
Materials and methods: 60 cases with PD, including both males and females, were recruited in the study by convenient sampling after obtaining written and informed consent. They were randomly grouped with 30 participants in each group. Control group received sham stimulation and the intervention group received electrical vestibular nerve stimulation for 12 weeks. After recording the baseline biochemical parameters, post intervention assessment was performed after 6 weeks and 12 weeks of intervention and compared.
Results: Demographic variables were not statistically significant among the control and intervention groups. There was a significant increase in the dopamine and GABA levels followed by the intervention.
Conclusion: The present study results support the positive impact of non-invasive electrical vestibular nerve stimulation in modulating neurotransmitters in patients with Parkinson’s disease. A further detailed translational study is required in this area with a larger sample size to generalize the results.
Effects of N Ethyl N′ nitrosourea in mice brain in time fashion
Authors: Nath Priyatosh , Modak Snehashish , Akter Tamanna , Maiti Debasish
Published: February 2023

Antioxidant enzyme plays a pivotal role in preventing oxidative stress. Chemical toxicants often exert adverse effects in the biological system by breaking the antioxidant response system leading to severe oxidative stress. N-Ethyl-N-Nitrosourea (ENU) is a DNA alkylating agent and is carcinogenic and neurotoxic in animals. ENU in the nervous system cause persistent alkylation of DNA within the neurons altering the normal functional activities of the brain. Prenatal exposure to ENU in rodents that generate malignant gliomas in the brain induces functional changes and apoptotic death in neuronal progenitors in the brain's subventricular zone (SVZ). However, as chemical toxicants, their role in the induction of oxidative stress in brain tissue and subsequent change in the brain were less studied. In this study, we have investigated the response antioxidant system and induction of oxidative stress in the Balb/c mice brain at various time points after ENU exposure. Exposures to ENU were found to raise the oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation in the brain of mice with subsequent reduction in antioxidant enzyme activity. A significant increase in lactate dehydrogenase activity in the serum and brain homogenate was recorded at 16th weeks after ENU injection, which indicates metabolic alteration due to damage in the brain and has been validated by histological damage in the cerebral cortex and abnormal neurologic behavior in animals administered with ENU.
Effect of perchlorate on ovarian morphology and histology, estrous cyclicity, steroidogenic enzyme activities and hormonal profiles in adult female rats
Authors: Chandra Amar Kumar , Mahapatra Dakhshayani , Chakraborty Arijit
Published: February 2023

Perchlorate contamination is widespread for its industrial uses and natural occurrence. It is also used as an antithyroid drug. Perchlorate competitively inhibits iodide transport at the level of sodium-iodide symporter (NIS) in the thyroid gland, affecting thyroid hormone synthesis, resulting in alteration of thyroid gland structure and functions. Thyroid hormones are vital for proper functioning of the female reproductive system, since they modulate the metabolism and development of ovary and uterus.  This study investigates the effect of perchlorate exposure for consecutive four weeks on the morphological and functional status of reproductive organs in adult female rats following parameters as the estrous cyclicity, histology of ovary and uterus, activities of steroidogenic enzymes, serum estradiol and estriol levels. Results revel irregular estrous cyclicity that ultimately ceased presenting a persistent estrous stage, hypertrophied ovary with corpora lutea of different sizes, large and inflated uterine lumen with proliferated endometrium comprising numerous secretory glands in the perchlorate exposed reproductive organs. The activities of steroidogenic enzymes (Δ⁵ 3β HSD and 17β HSD) were augmented that have heightened serum estriol level while the estradiol level was weakened. Therefore, an apparent hypertrophied and hyperfunctioning condition of ovary and uterus developed resembling pseudopregnancy on exposure of this iodide blocker
A Pilot Study to Evaluate the effect of Pre - and immediate Post-Exercise Heart Rate on Physical Fitness in Medical Students
Authors: Dave Srushti , Maitra Arjun
Published: February 2023

Background: Resting Heart rate is one of the important vital parameters depicting the cardiovascular status. It has been reported that Resting heart rate is low in trained athletes. Higher Resting heart rate is one of the independent factor for all cause mortality in cardiovascular diseases. Health as a profession is challenging and physically demanding. Identifying the fitness level from RHR (Resting Heart Rate) or PEHR(i) (Immediate Post Exercise Heart Rate) may prove as a tool for future cardiovascular and Exercise physiology research.Objectives: The Present study was conducted to observe the association of RHR and PEHR(i) with Physical fitness among 1st Professional Medical students who are physically untrained and sedentary.Materials and Methods: 100 first professional medical students (49 male and 51 female )participated in this study. Subjects underwent the Harvard Step test using the standard protocol. Physical fitness was calculated and relations and predictability of RHR and PEHR(i) were analyzed statistically.Results: Resting Heart Rate and immediate Post-exercise Heart Rate both inversely correlated with Physical Fitness index. PEHR(i) has better predictability towards physical fitness.Conclusion: It was observed that the physical fitness index among the first professional students was poor. Students with higher RHR has poor fitness index. The observation was similar with PEHR(i). Post-exercise heart rate predict the fitness level significantly than RHR.
Short term Heart Rate Variability in Rats
Authors: Bhagat Omlata , Nayak Prasunpriya , Gupta Renu
Published: February 2023

Objective: A sustainable animal model is needed to detect Cardiovascular autonomic dysfunctions, which can be assessed by recording electrocardiogram and analysis of heart rate variability (HRV). Therefore, the present study tried to find out the duration for HRV analysis for reliable results.Material and methods: Recording of Electroencephalogram (ECG) is reported in many articles. However, there is no information regarding the duration of ECG to be considered for the HRV analysis. Adult Wistar rat were used for a recording of ECG and HRV analysis. A combination of Ketamine 50 mg/kg and Xylazine 10 mg/kg was used for anesthésia in all the recordings. We analyzed the HRV parameters for all the records with 10 different durations starting from 1 minute to 10 minutes and compared.Results and Discussion: It was observed that, ECG parameters were within normal range while the data from HRV analysis from different duration showed wide discrepancies depending on the duration of ECG recording used for HRV analysis.Conclusion: The minimum duration of eight minutes of recording is likely to produce acceptable data for HRV parameters.
Detection of Vulnerability of Medical Students to Stress: Selfperceived role of Music Therapy in improving Coping Ability
Authors: Reshamwala Ronak , Ghosh Sarmishtha
Published: February 2023

Background: Medical students have been known to undergo tremendous stress during various stages of the MBBS course; some break down while others can cope with the same.Objective: The study aimed to assess medical students’ vulnerability to stress by identifying alterations in cardiovascular parametersunder stress and their resilience score. It was also aimed to find out the personal view of students in considering music therapy forimproving their stress coping ability or resilience.Methods: Orthostatic and mental stress were imparted in first-year medical students by quick change of posture and reading andpresenting an unknown scientific article within a fixed time, respectively. Cardiovascular parameters were measured by standardtechniques and sources of stress with stress coping strategies and resilience were done by a structured questionnaire. Music therapywas imparted after college hours with Mozart’s Symphony. All data were expressed as Mean +/- SEM and statistical significance wasassessed by using Student’s ‘T’ Test and correlation.Results: 100% of students considered academic factors as the primary source of stress, while 52-60% considered physical, emotionaland social factors. Talking to friends was rated to be the most efficient relieving strategy. The subjects were resilient to a considerableextent and their reaction time was within the normal range. Both orthostatic and mental stress caused increases in the cardiovascularparameters as compared to rest, with mental stress causing more significant changes. Subjective responses showed that 78.3% ratedmusic to be highly effective in improving coping ability.Conclusions: First-year medical students considered academic stress as the most important stress inducer in the first year of theirmedical course. Talking to friends was identified as the most effective stress relieving mode. Both orthostatic and mental stress induced significant increases in cardiovascular parameters, mental stress causing more change than the orthostatic one. The majority of students under study perceived and reported music therapy as an effective means of stress coping.
UTILIZAÇÃO DE ANESTÉSICOS INALATÓRIOS PARA AS AVES
Authors: Rosa Marcella Caixeta , Silva Fernanda Gomes Duarte , Santos Mário Elísio , da Costa Joel Marcos , Afonso Marcos Vinicius Ramos
Published: February 2023

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PROTOCOLO DE ACOMPANHAMENTO DE LEITÕES DO NASCIMENTO AO DESMAME – RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Prazeres Talyta Alves , Delfino Karina da Silva , Ferrer Daniela Mello Vianna
Published: February 2023

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Conhecimento e percepções de estudantes de nível superior sobre: Toxoplasmose em João Pessoa - PB
Authors: Meireles Maria eduarda Cabral , de Araújo Dannielly Virgínia , Viana Laura Macedo Silva
Published: February 2023

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DESENVOLVIMENTO DE SOFTWARE EDUCATIVO PARA DIMENSIONAMENTO DE ESTRUTURAS DE UMA ESTAÇÃO DE TRATAMENTO DE ESGOTO
Authors: Júnior Ciro Cézar Marques , de Araújo Mariana Milla Assunção
Published: February 2023

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A Case Study on the Determination of the Water Quality from Different Point Sources of North 24 Parganas, West Bengal
Authors: Bhattacharjee Debadip , Manna Anwesa , Kumari Uma , Chandra Nath Pinku , Gopal Chatterjee Anindya , Karmakar Tamoghna , Sur Taniya , Sadhu Soumak
Published: February 2023

Our earth is composed of five different elements named air, water, fire, earth, and space. Most of the resources which have been supporting our lives, directly and indirectly, are now polluted due to various human activities which are resulted due to various societal advancements like rapid industrialization, population, etc. to name a few. Among all these, the pollution which has taken place due to these activities in turn has received notable research cognizance. The quality of water is judged by different parameters namely, physical, chemical, and biological. This study deals with the determination of the quality of water from two different point sources (industrial sewage (referred to as point source 1), and domestic sewage (referred to as point source 2)) through the determination of water quality indicators. The various quality indicators adopted in this study dissolved oxygen (DO), pH, electrical conductivity (EC), sulphates, chlorides, phosphates, total solid (TS), total soluble solids (TSS), total dissolved solids (TDS), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5), and chemical oxygen demand (COD). The result obtained from these experiments was thought-provoking and indicated that the quality of the water specimens used in this study was far below the standards. The possible cause might be due to the various activities detailed earlier. The authors truly believe that this present scheme of work will be helpful to a spectrum of stakeholders which will indeed be helpful for decision-making by various national and international agencies.
The Others of Islamist Civilizational Populism in AKP’s Turkey
Authors:   European Center for Populism Studies (ECPS), Yilmaz Ihsan , Shukri Syaza , Shakil Kainat
Published: February 2023

Turkey’s history and politics allow populism and Sunni Islamist civilizationalism to thrive. The ruling Justice and Development Party’s (AKP) use of Islamist authoritarian populism in its second decade of power has widened its “otherization” of political opponents, non-Muslims, non-Sunnis, ethnic minorities, vulnerable groups, and all those who reject the AKP’s views and democratic transgressions. To comprehend how Erdogan and his deft colleagues leverage identities of Sunni Islam and Turkish ethnicity, alongside pre-existing collective fears to develop populist authoritarianism, in this article, each category of “the others” is investigated through the lens of civilizational populism. This article specifically delves into the “otherization” process towards the Kemalists, secularists and leftists/liberals, Kurds, Alevis, and practicing Sunni Muslim Gulen Movement. The different methods of AKP’s civilizational populist “otherization” continues to polarize an already divided Turkish nation, generating incalculable harm.
Teachers’ perspectives on teaching EFL speaking virtually: A case study of COVID-19 pandemic survival
Authors: Butarbutar Ranta , Leba Seli Marlina Radja
Published: February 2023

The goals of this study are to analyze and provide in-depth detail about how teachers felt and how they taught during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study used a qualitative approach via the Atlas.ti application and used a semi-structured interview to collect data. Five teachers were recruited to answer the research questions to determine what they thought, how they felt, and what they did during the pandemic. To improve the consistency of theme analysis coding (validity or trustworthiness), the study was adjusted based on feedback from external independent reviewers. The results reveal that teaching speaking has a direct effect on four things: (1) the teaching method, (2) the teaching tools, (3) the goals or aims, and (4) how well the students do. As a result, pupils perform better academically, cognitively, and socio-emotionally. This study has flaws, such as the fact that it was conducted in a remote area with few facilities and only used a small sample of teachers with good digital literacy.
Basic Construction of Sharia Economic Law Based on Ushul Fiqh Asy-Syafi'i (Critical Analysis of the Book of Ar-Risalah)
Authors: Muhit Mugni , Herawan Jajang , Yunus Muhammad
Published: February 2023

Imam Shafi'i was the first to have the latest ideas and ideas of his time regarding the method of extracting Islamic law (Takhrij al-Ahkam), which was systematically poured into a paper entitled Ar-Risalah (letter). This bookkeeping effort was in line with the development of Islamic science at that time. The development of this science occurred during the time of Harun Al-Rashid and culminated in the time of Al-Ma'mun. The birth of the book of Ar-Risalah was the initial phase of the development of ushul fiqh science as a scientific discipline. So this book became the main reference for USHUL experts in the later period in compiling similar works. In the book ar-Risalah, it is found that ash-Shafi'i does not mention the name of his book, and does not even give its own theme to a number of important studies that came to be known as ushul fiqh, he wrote in a broader framework, namely: Kehujjahan as-Sunnah. Ar-Risale is just a treatise written by ash-Shafi'i at the request of al-Mahdi. This Ar-Risale still contains material that is not actually ushul Fiqh, the discussion of ushul fiqh is concentrated on As-Sunnah, Ijma', and Qiya which are solely to deny istihsan. The style of thinking and the factors that intervene in the method of istinbat ash-Shafi'i are commensurate with his educational background, he is one of the Imams of Ahlu as-Sunnah wa al-Jama'ah, who in his fiqhiyyah branch sided with two groups, namely ahlu al-Hadith and ahlu ar-Ra'yi (tawasuth). These two capacities of moderate thinking are what make Ash-Syafi'i so beloved and accepted by the majority of the world's Muslims, especially in Indonesia.
Strategies for Improving the Performance of Sustainable Domestic Wastewater Treatment Plants
Authors: Jatmy Imtiyaz Olaf , Oginawati Katharina
Published: February 2023

The West Java Provincial Government has inaugurated a community-based sanitation program in 18 Bandung Regencies. Especially in the  Citarum watershed,  domestic waste contributes 68% to river pollution and has water quality status over the past 10 years, showing 54% heavily polluted, 23% moderately polluted, 20% lightly polluted, and only 3% meeting quality standards.  Efforts to improve domestic wastewater pollution control require the selection of technology that is influenced by many factors, so a theoretical and practical approach that pays attention to sustainability aspects is needed.  Neglasari Village, Banjaran District, Sayati village, Margahayu district, and Cipaku village,  Paseh District, are Kcamatan in Bandung Regency who have run the Sanimas program that has not met the muku standards, so it is necessary to improve the performance of the  Sanimas wastewater treatment plant that is sustainable. From the location of the S animal wastewater treatment plant spread from the upper reaches of the river, the location of the   Sanimas wastewater treatment plant is in a densely populated area and sanitation-prone area, also has the need to deal with sanitation problems. This research was conducted using the SWOT method. A SWOT analysis is performed to obtain recommendations for priority strategies.
Legal Certainty to Protect Sport Industry Company Related to Technological Doping Among Athletes in Athletics
Authors: Anam Mohammad Choirul , Pujiyono Pujiyono
Published: February 2023

This study aims to analyze the legal problems of the phenomenon of technological doping in athletic sports, legal certainty for the protection of sports industry companies related to the phenomenon of technological doping among athletes in athletic sports, and the impact of world athletics policies on patent enforcement. The author uses normative legal research methods with a statutory approach and a conceptual approach that is analyzed qualitatively with descriptive methods sourced from primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials. The results of the study indicate that the legal problem of the phenomenon of technological doping in athletic sports is that there is no legal certainty regarding the characteristics of the elements of the use of sports equipment technology which is considered to provide unfair advantages for athletes in competition. So that regulations are needed that can explain how technology is considered to be able to provide unfair advantages in competition. Legal certainty for the protection of sports industry companies related to the phenomenon of technological doping among athletes in the field of athletics is through the examination of sports equipment by independent experts, the availability of products in general sales, the suitability of shoe soles based on a predetermined thickness, and sanctions against athletes and delegation members. However, the policies in World Athletics may result in the reduction of exclusive rights owned by inventors to products that have obtained patents. So that to obtain maximum benefits in patent registration for athletic sports products, it is necessary to consider several things including the originality of the invention against other products, the potential harm caused, and consideration of the time between patent filing and sales to the open market.
Names of carnivorous plant cultivars registered in 2020
Authors: Schlauer Jan
Published: February 2023

Culitivars registerd in 2020: Heliamphora 'Cyclops', 'Scylla'; Sarracenia 'Arthur Wheeler', 'Christophe Maerten', 'Glynis Wheeler', 'Sarramphor', 'Super-duper', 'Wizzleberry Toad', 'Yvaine Little'; Cephalotus 'OG Black'; Dionaea 'Axe', 'CCCP Tasmanian Devil', 'FFT Stegosaurus', 'Genepine', 'Morano', 'Stove Fire'; Pinguicula 'Eye Spy', 'Razzberry Blonde'
Unexpected carnivorous plant discoveries on an adventure to Cape York
Authors: Ng Boaz
Published: February 2023

In April 2022, I embarked on an epic 11-week road trip up the Cape York Peninsula to document the carnivorous plants of Australia’s remote tropics. During this expedition, it was the risks and unexpected discoveries that made my adventure most rewarding.
Two new natural Sarracenia hybrids from the Gulf Coast
Authors: Trexler Carson
Published: February 2023

Sarracenia ×gordonii and Sarracenia ×mellichampii, two new natural Sarracenia hybrids from the Gulf Coast of Mississippi and Alabama are described.
New cultivars
Authors: Vosse Fred , Bres Olivier , Duncan Riley D.
Published: February 2023

Five new carnivorous plant cultivars are named and described: Sarracenia ‘Carolina
Caramel’, Sarracenia ‘Arctique’, Sarracenia ‘Clafoutis’, Sarracenia ‘Patchwork’, Sarracenia oreophila ‘Patty Petzel’.
Education Corner. 3rd Annual World Carnivorous Plant Day – 3 May 2023
Authors: Coogan Kenny
Published: February 2023

Announcement of World Carnivorous Plant Day 2023
Nepenthes berbulu (Nepenthaceae), a pitcher plant from Peninsular Malaysia with remarkably long lid bristles
Authors: Tan Hong L. , Lim Gideon , Mey François Sockhom , Golos Michal R. , Wistuba Andreas , McPherson Stewart R. , Robinson Alastair S.
Published: February 2023

A species of Nepenthes endemic to Peninsular Malaysia and distinctive for its extremely developed lid hairs is described and illustrated. Nepenthes berbulu is a highland species known only from a handful of peaks in the Titiwangsa Range. It is classified here within the recently defined N. macfarlanei group, for which a dichotomous key is provided. The description of this taxon brings the total number of Nepenthes species recognised from Peninsular Malaysia to eighteen.
Update of 13th ICPS Conference, Himeji, Japan
Authors: Kondo Koji
Published: February 2023

Information about the 13th ICPS Conference, Himeji, Japan 26-28 May 2023.
The Virtual Learning Environment Model on Cloud using Hybrid Learning
Authors: Cheerapakorn Pasawut , Chatwattana Pinanta
Published: February 2023

The objectives of this research are (1) to study and synthesise the conceptual framework of the virtual learning environment model on cloud using hybrid learning, (2) to develop the virtual learning environment model on cloud using hybrid learning, and (3) to study the results after using the virtual learning environment model on cloud using hybrid learning. The participants in this research include 10 experts from various institutions, all of whom are specialised in design and development of instruction models and instruction systems. The research tools herein consist of (1) the virtual learning environment model on cloud using hybrid learning, and (2) the evaluation form on the suitability of the virtual learning environment model on cloud using hybrid. According to the results of this research, it is found that (1) the overall suitability of the development of the virtual learning environment model on cloud using hybrid learning (overall elements) is at the highest level (Mean = 4.62, SD. = 0.49), and (2) the overall suitability of the development of the virtual learning environment model on cloud using hybrid learning is at the highest level (Mean = 4.66, SD. = 0.48).
Implementation of Environmental Monitoring Programs in Food Processing Plants in Colombia
Authors: Pineda Henry Reyes , Bustos Jineth Esperanza Díaz , Ramírez Julio César Luna
Published: February 2023

To prevent cross contamination of food, in those environments with microbial sensitivity, it is suggested to designing an environmental monitoring program (PMA) in food processing plants. The safety control is given by monitoring raw materials and product processing; however, environmental monitoring in the plant, process areas, surroundings and anything that may cause cross contamination is ignored. In the current context of food exports, Colombian food producers face international regulations such as the FDA's FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Law), whose purpose is for the industry to use measures to prevent contamination in food. The methodology for the design of the guide was carried out in 4 phases: bibliometric review, a survey of requirements for food processing plants, design of sampling plans and creation of the manual for environmental monitoring programs. The analysis of results is a documentary and procedural guide with: logistical, microbiological and chemical requirements for the characterization of food risks in the plant; a sampling plan according to the requirements established in the food industry, according to its classification by zones and a work methodology with the plan. The implementation of this improvement plan will increase the quality of the products, making it new since standardized protocols are established, which can easily be executed in any dairy industry.
Family Efforts in Improving Life Quality of Patients with Chronic Kidney Failure, Undergoing Hemodialysis Therapy
Authors: Sulung Neila , Hasnita Evi , Yanti Cici Apriza
Published: February 2023

Chronic kidney failure or end-stage kidney disease can impair kidney function. It is progressive and irreversible. One way to maintain survival is hemodialysis. The dependence on hemodialysis will reduce the quality of life of patients. This research aimed to describe, analyze and interpret family efforts to improve the quality of life of patients with chronic renal failure undergoing hemodialysis therapy in Dr. Achmad Mochtar Bukittinggi. This research was qualitative, using a phenomenological approach conducted in July 2019. The research population was 118 people. Six people were chosen as the samples using the purposive sampling technique. The data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed by the Colaizzi method. The research results showed that the family efforts in improving the quality of life for patients contain four themes: 1) assisting in meeting physiological needs, 2) providing psychological support, 3) assisting in social activities, and 4) assisting in solving environmental problems. Family efforts in improving the quality of life for patients were viewed from physical health, psychological health, and social and environmental relations. So families are expected to do their best to improve the quality of life for patients.
Development of a Blended Learning Model Based on Case Based Learning
Authors: Risdianto Eko , Mayub Afrizal
Published: February 2023

This research aims to develop a case-based learning (CBL) blended learning model assisted by Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) for the implementation of the Free Learning-Free Campus (MBKM) curriculum in tertiary institutions. The research method used is joint research that combines qualitative and quantitative studies. The research was conducted at Bengkulu University for limited trials and several partner campuses, such as the State Institute of Islamic Religion (IAIN) Curup and Palembang Aviation Polytechnic, for broad trials. The study results show that the learning model suitable for applying the CBL method in higher education is the CBL-based blended learning model using MOOCs. The design of the Blended Learning model based on CBL includes the design of the Learning Model starting with learning objectives, subject matter, learning activities, media resources, and tools and assessment. The learning activities consist of an introduction, core learning, and closing. Core Activities use MOOCs to assist the online learning process (Blended). A Blended Learning model based on CBL using the MOOCs system has been developed and can already apply in the blended learning process in tertiary institutions in implementing and implementing the MBKM curriculum. Implementation of the model developed in trials at the University of Bengkulu, and partner (IAIN Curup Mathematics, Physics and Informatics Study Program), Palembang Aviation Polytechnic (field testing will be in October-November). The novelty of this research is the use of MOOCs as a medium for implementing blended learning models. Besides, CBL applies in the implementation of learning with a blended learning model.
Morphology and Molecular Phylogeny of Four Acridid Species (Acrididae: Orthoptera) from Sindh
Authors: Babar Abdul Aziz , Sultana Riffat , Kumar Santosh , Das Jeram , Talpur Shamshad Ali , Bozdar Muhammad Irfan
Published: February 2023

This study has been conducted to explore the four species of Acrididae on the basis of their morphological and molecular studies in Sindh. Surveys were conducted in 10 different districts of upper Sindh province to determine how common acrididae present in different hot plant ecosystems i.e., Dadu, Ghotki, Jacobabad, Kashmore, Khairpur Miras, Larkana, Naushahro Feroz, Qambar & Shahdadkot, Shikarpur and Sukkur, it was conducted a weekly field study of several different growing crops in the Kharif season (April 2021-October 2021 and April 2022 - October 2022) specimens were noticed in drawn times. For morphological study we studies the morphology, general coloration, morphometric variation, global distribution and host plants of four species. For molecular study we got DNA sequences of four species of Acrididae: Acrida willemsei belong to subfamily Acridine, Oxya hyla belong to subfamily Oxyinae, whereas Aiolopus simulatrix and Aiolopus thalassinus belong to subfamily Oedipodinae.
The Association between ABO System and Rh Factor with COVID-19 in Basrah Province, Iraq
Authors: Al-Amiri Rafida M. , Fadhil Adil G. , Al-Khaqani Fateh
Published: February 2023

The new coronavirus illness of 2019 (COVID-19) has been quickly spreading around the world and was deemed a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Numerous infectious diseases have been linked to the ABO blood group system. The novel respiratory infectious disease coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may have a connection to the ABO blood group system [1]. Our study's goal was to determine whether there was any correlation between COVID-19 infection and the ABO blood group system. ABO system and RH factor distribution in 125 patients from a private clinic in Basrah/Iraq province who had COVID-19 confirmed by PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test and lung CT scan had been assessed. We correlated the severity of COVID-19 infection with the ABO blood group of patients under study. The results of our study blood group O predominate in COVID-19 patients, Between all instances, blood group O had a smaller percentage of severe cases than mild ones (48.6 percent). There were no serious cases with blood type AB patients. In conclusion, our research demonstrates that, while having milder cases, patients with blood group O had a higher chance of COVID-19 infection.
Physico-Chemical and Numismatic Study of Moroccan Silver Coins from the Almohad Dynasty (XII to XIII Century)
Authors: Allouch A. , Hmina K. , Benyaich F. , Ben-Ncer A. , Chaabane A.
Published: February 2023

This study obtains information on the constitution of the coinage alloy and the elements of contamination on the surface of archaeological objects. Thus, this work consists of physico-chemical characterization of old coins by MEB coupled with the EDS of 36 Almohade’s dynasty Islamic coins (XII-XIII century). In addition to the physico-chemical analysis of which the data are treated using tools statistical mathematics with the help of software SPSS, the parts being studied were the subject of a historical and numismatic analysis. The results of this work conclude that these silver coins contain: Ag, C, Cu, Mg, O, Si, Al, Au, Cl, Sr, S, Pb and Fe. The analysis also made it possible to dissociate the elements belonging to the original alloy from those, which are not. So we can say that the elements that come primarily from silver-bearing alloys of origin are Ag, C, Cu, Mg, Au, S, Pb and Fe. The other elements are due to different phenomena (corrosion, contamination etc). Let us recall, finally, that in most cases, we notice that a good amount of numismatic, historical, archaeological and mining data is confirmed by the results of the physico-chemical characterization. The novelty of this work lies in the fact that the results can, among other things, be used for improving the methods and techniques of conservation and restoration of these archaeological objects and their development.
The Effects of Workload and Supervisor Support on Work Stress and Employee of Indonesian Navy Account Division Performance in East Java, Indonesia
Authors: Setiawati Ratna , Brahmasari Ida Aju , Ratih Ida Aju Brahma
Published: February 2023

Employees in an organization are the primary source of organizational activities that other resources cannot replace because organizations with complete facilities and equipment are ultimately useless without employees who work optimally. Due to the high demands of today's work that employees must meet on accounts, makes employees experience increased workload, which can be stressful for employees on accounts in the ranks of the Navy. This study aimed to prove and analyze the effect of workload and supervisor support on work stress and employee performance in the Navy organizational unit in the East Java Region. The population of this study was Account employees at the Navy organizational unit in the East Java region, totalling 598 people and the number of samples was 252 people using the questionnaire method. Data analysis using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results of the study prove that: 1) workload has a positive and significant effect on work stress, 2) workload has no significant effect on employee performance, 3) supervisor support has a negative and significant effect on work stress, 4) supervisor support has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, and 5) work stress has a positive and significant effect on employee performance.
Effects of Integrity and Achievement Motivation on Organizational Commitment and Performance of Employees of the Directorate General of Customs East Java Region I, Indonesia
Authors: Nurjaman Egip , Brahmasari Ida Aju , Ratih Ida Aju Brahma
Published: February 2023

This study aims to describe a new influence of integrity and achievement motivation on organizational commitment and employee performance at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise of the East Java Regional Office. The study population was 1,168 non-structural position employees. Using the formula for SEM provisions, the number of samples was 300 respondents. The sampling method used in this study was proportional random sampling. The research design uses an explanatory approach. This study used the Likert scale and data analysis techniques using SEM with the AMOS software for variable measurements. The results showed that integrity and achievement motivation positively and significantly affected organizational commitment. Integrity has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, whereas the influence of achievement motivation is significant. Furthermore, organizational commitment has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Organizational commitment is the variable that has the greatest impact on improving employee performance. The effect of integrity, achievement motivation, and organizational commitment on the performance of employees of the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Customs and Excise East Java I was 50.2%.
The Role of Entrepreneurship Education in the Development of Female Entrepreneurial Intention among Students at Hassan II University in Casablanca, Morocco
Authors: Abderrahim Fatihi , Mohamed Radid , Khadija El Kababi , Lahyani Khalid
Published: February 2023

This article aims to describe a new idea about female entrepreneurial intentions in Morocco, which are lower than men's. The rate of women's involvement in business in Morocco is still low (16.2%). To stimulate female entrepreneurship, the Moroccan authorities have been making remarkable efforts for years and are undertaking actions and policies that facilitate the creation of enterprises and the development of the business world. Encouraging girls' schooling and entrepreneurship education is increasingly emerging as a stimulus for women's entrepreneurship. Our research is part of this perspective, gaining momentum among education policymakers. Having dealt in our previous studies with the impact of entrepreneurship training on the development of entrepreneurial intention among students at Hassan II University in Casablanca, Morocco, and given that the rate of female students represents 56% of the total number of students, the rate of female entrepreneurship is still low. It is worth and even necessary to study the impact of this type of training on the entrepreneurial intention of female students at Hassan II University of Casablanca. To achieve this, we proceeded with a bibliographical study of the subject, and from an exploratory study that we conducted using a qualitative survey, we collected actual data, allowing us to draw scientific results. This survey used a questionnaire on Google Drive, which we tested, readjusted, and validated by three university expert teachers and administered to the female students of Hassan II University of Casablanca. We developed new research results through our survey of female students at this university and clearly showed that female entrepreneurial intention increases among students who have taken entrepreneurship courses or participated in seminars that encourage business creation and female entrepreneurship. Most of these students (60%) believe that entrepreneurship education stimulates their desire to be women entrepreneurs, while only a minority (6.83%) opts for salaried employment and function.
Characterization of Nanofibers Matrix as Extract Media of Dragon’s Blood for Wound Healing
Authors: Waluyo T.K. , Lempang M.
Published: February 2023

Dragon’s blood is traditionally used for treating diarrhea and producing natural dyes. An in vitro study of dragon’s blood ethyl acetate extract showed that it promotes blood coagulation and can heal wounds in rabbits. Its resin extract heals injury in rabbits using PVDF nanofibers matrix as a medicine medium. Therefore, this research aimed to determine the PVDF nanofibers as medicine mediums. The characteristics of the samples were observed using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and X-Ray diffraction. The SEM morphological examination showed that the nanofibers were still clearly visible without the dragon’s blood extract. Furthermore, the higher the concentration of this extract in the sample, the less it becomes. The elements in the PVDF nanofibers matrix are C (carbon) and F (fluorine). Adding dragon’s blood resin extract to the matrix increases the number of elements other than C and F, such as O (oxygen). The infrared spectrum (IR) of the matrix nanofibers absorption peak at about 2921.85 cm-1 is for the vinylidene C-H stretching vibration. Meanwhile, approximately 1400.79 cm-1, 879.11 cm-1, and 839.83 cm-1 are characteristic absorptions of C-F bonds. The nanofibers matrix has a crystallinity of 63.71%, which is then reduced to 41.22% and 35.16%, adding 5% and 10% resin extract, respectively.