bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sport, exercise, and recreation participation in Malaysia 2023: The engagement pattern according to demographics, participant characteristics and social groups
Authors: Mohd Salleh Aman  , Shariffah Mamat  , Gunathevan Elumalai  , Vellapandian Ponnusamy  , Norhidayah Omar  , Shamshuritawati Shariff
Published: December 2024

Malaysian Sports Culture Index 2023 (MSCI’23) measures Malaysians' participation level in sports, exercise and recreation activities based on two domains, namely the participation domain and the sporting spirit domain. There is one indicator under the participation domain: activeness, and four indicators under the sporting spirit domain: volunteering, dedication, expenditure, and contribution.  This study uses quantitative methods through a self-designed questionnaire.  Quantitative data was collected among 7,015 people aged 13 and above through a face-to-face approach. A multi-cluster random sampling selection across Malaysia was facilitated by employing the block calculation (BP) and residence area (TK) methods, aided by the iGREAT Survey Management System (IYRES) for online recording of respondent feedback. Descriptive analyses were conducted on quantitative data. The analysis shows that 52% of Malaysians engage in sports, exercise, and recreational activities at least once a month. A total of 48% are not involved in any sports-related activities. The level of activity among the people involved shows that 11.8% are at an active level, 68.8% are moderately active and 19.4% are less active (WHO, 2020). Involvement in sports and exercise are the two main choices of Malaysians over recreational activities. The sporting spirit is measured based on indicators of volunteering, dedication, spending and contributions. Voluntary activities are a catalyst for sporting spirit and the main indirect contributor to the MSCI'23 score compared to the other three indicators. The findings of this study also show that gender, ethnicity, marital status, and age influence the index. In terms of age for example, the younger the more active they are. While urban and rural locations do not show a real difference. This study identified and outlined five main themes that influence the participation of Malaysians in sports, namely, individual intrinsic motivation, proper and holistic education, facility condition and management, individual goal priorities and dynamic creative media use. These themes could help stakeholders to determine the types of programs to cultivate sports in Malaysia. Many positive signs show Malaysia's sports culture will continue to improve in the coming years. The completion of the sports program is recommended to focus equally on the domains of participation and sporting spirit.
UTILIZATION OF ALUMINA AND STEEL INDUSTRIAL WASTE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CONTROLLED LOW STRENGTH MATERIALS
Authors: Ameer uddin  , Preetpal singh
Published: December 2024

The study aimed at incorporating Red Mud, a byproduct of bauxite ore extraction, and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS), a byproduct of the steel industry, into Controlled Low Strength Materials (CLSM). These materials were combined with M Sand and cement to develop a sustainable and cost-effective construction material. Utilizing Red Mud and GGBS addresses waste disposal challenges while enhancing CLSM properties, making it a more environmentally friendly option. By converting industrial byproducts into valuable construction components, the research contributes to sustainable development and the circular economy.
The research methodology involves creating five different dry mix combinations, varying the proportions of Red Mud, GGBS, M Sand, and cement. Each combination was tested with four different water contents to evaluate their engineering and dynamic properties. This methodical approach was focused to identify the optimal mix that balances strength and workability. By analyzing these properties, the study provided a valuable insight into the behavior of CLSM under various conditions, contributing to the advancement of more efficient construction materials. The systematic testing ensured that the developed CLSM mixes met the necessary performance criteria for practical applications.
The primary objective of the study was to develop a phenomenological model based on the obtained strength and flow values. This model will serve as a predictive tool for future research, aiding in the design of CLSM mixtures with desired characteristics. By demonstrating the feasibility of using Red Mud in CLSM, the research underscores its potential to offer cost-effective and sustainable solutions for various engineering applications. This innovative approach not only promotes waste utilization but also opens new possibilities for improving construction practices. The developed model will help engineers and researchers predict the performance of new CLSM formulations, streamlining the development process for future projects.
An Enhanced Preprocessed Techniques Based 3-Level Mean Based Enhanced Histogram Equalization with A Self-Attention Segnet Based Segmentation and Fuzzy Aware Classification
Authors: R. Jothi  , K. Jayanthi
Published: December 2024

Purpose: The accurate detection and classification of bone fractures in medical imaging remain significant challenges in the field of healthcare. Existing techniques often fall short of effectively identifying bone fractures due to suboptimal preprocessing methods. Moreover, the purpose of this study is to enhance the detection and classification accuracy.Methods: We introduce a novel approach incorporating a Three Level Multi-Model (TLMM)based histogram equalization to improve the accuracy. This approach encompasses Normalized Gamma-Corrected Contrast-Limited Adaptive Histogram Equalization (NGC-CLAHE) with Tanzanian Devil Optimization (TDO), CLAHE with Self-Adaptive-TDO (SA-TDO), and Adaptive Weighted Brightness Preserving Dynamic Fuzzy Histogram Equalization (AW-BPDFHE) with Giant-Devil Optimization (GDO), derived from the Giant Trevally Optimizer (GTO) and Tanzanian Devil Optimization (TDO) algorithms. Once Pre-processing is complete, the refined dataset is subjected to segmentation. For the segmentation, the SegNet model is used. Then the Gray-Level Co-occurrence Matrix (GLCM) model is used for extracting the optimal features. The obtained features are then directed to the classification layer, where a Fuzzy Radial Basis Function network (FRBF) efficiently classifies the bone fracture regions. Result: The performance of the proposed design can be validated by calculating different metrics. Moreover, the performance of the proposed model is compared with the existing models such as CNN, SVM, DT and RN. Conclusion: This integrated approach demonstrates promising results in improving the identification and classification of bone fractures in medical images, offering potential benefits to the field of medical diagnosis and patient care. On analyzing the performance of the proposed design as well as the existing model, the proposed model provides better detection and classification accuracy.
Effect of dapagliflozin on paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity and nephrotoxicity in type 2 diabetic albino rats
Authors: Ayman Saied Soliman  , Ahmed Mohamed Abdelhakam  , Osama Mohamed Ahmed  , Marwa Abdeltawab Mohammed
Published: December 2024

Introduction: paracetamol (PARA) is a worldwide antipyretic and analgesic medication. It has been extensively utilized during the last few years. PARA abuse would lead to liver and kidney injury. Dapagliflozin (DAPA)a sodium/glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor that wasapproved for treating patients with type 2 DM. In addition to its antidiabetic purpose, it has many pharmacological and biological actions, including antioxidant (radical scavenging), anti-inflammatory, and cardioprotective effects.Therefore, weaim to assess and evaluate the effect of dapagliflozin on paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity and nephrotoxicity in rats with type 2 diabetic albino rats.Materials and Methods: eighty Wistar male rats were grouped randomly into 8 equal groups (10 rats each). Oral distilled water was given to the control group, the paracetamol group received paracetamol 0.5 g/kg dissolved in purified water orally for 4 weeks, the dapagliflozin group received dapagliflozin 1 mg/Kg daily dissolved in distilled water for 4 weeks, the paracetamol + dapagliflozin groupreceivedparacetamol and were treated with dapagliflozin.Type 2 DM was induced in rats using by intraperitoneal Streptozotocin (STZ) single injection “50mg /kg”.Rats were further subdivided into 4 groups.The control group with diabetes was given distilled water, the diabetic paracetamol group, the diabetic dapagliflozin group, and thediabetic paracetamol + dapagliflozin all received the same doses as mentioned. At the end of the experimental period, FBG, insulin, C peptide, lipid profile, liver function, fructosamine, CK-MB, TNF alpha, and IL4 were measured. Also, oxidative stress biomarkers were assessed in both kidney and liver tissues.Results: Treatment of PARA-administered rats with Dapagliflozin significantly improved FBG, insulin, C peptide, lipid profile, liver function, fructosamine, CK-MB, TNF alpha, IL4, andOxidative stress biomarkers.Conclusion: dapagliflozin has a protective effect against paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity and nephrotoxicity.
Nanotechnology and its role in raising the efficiency of the internal environment in negative patient isolation rooms in Egyptian hospitals-Evidence-Proofs
Authors: Mohamed ELSADAT ASSASA  , Khaled KHORSHED  , Sherief AHMED EBRAHEM
Published: December 2024

Despite the development of nanotechnology materials and the discovery of new properties that have contributed to improving various fields, especially the field of architecture, as it has been able to harness some materials to serve the architectural environment, whether internal or external to buildings, and combat the challenges that hinder the harmony of buildings with the natural external environment. Among the most important of these materials are coatings, which of course have an effective role in buildings, especially healthcare buildings, as nanotechnology has been able to produce materials that help support the internal environment of patient isolation rooms to combat the spread of infection and the spread of bacteria and fungi within that environment, which poses a clear danger to the patient and the medical staff responsible for his care. Despite all this, there is controversy over the effectiveness of these materials in that they are useless and similar to their counterparts from traditional materials. Here comes the role of the research to prove through experiments the effectiveness and validity of nanotechnology materials techniques and their role in combating infection in the internal space of patient isolation rooms, and also combating the heat flow through the outer shell to the patient isolation room, which increases the aggravation of bacterial infection particles in the spaces
The Influence of Test Anxiety on Academic Performance Among Young Adults
Authors: Mr.Rambabu  , Dr.J.M.Asgarali Patel
Published: December 2024

This study is to investigate the influence of test anxiety on academic performance in young adults. The study included 241 people (125 males and 116 females) for the present studyand used a bivariate regression test and an independent t test for the gender difference. and data were collected with the help of the test anxiety scale by the author Sarason and the academic performance scale by Christopher McGregory. Test anxiety plagues the majority of young adults, which severely affects their ability to perform academically. We consider the relationship of test anxiety to performance in here and discuss what we know about it, with respect to both its psychological trappings as well as non-invasive measures that can reveal physiological effects. High levels of test anxiety impair working memory, negative affective states and loss in focus that can also hamper academic achievement. In addition, test anxiety often leads to avoidance behaviors and lower motivation that worsen academic problems.
ENHANCING YIELD OF LOW COPY NUMBER PLANT BASED VECTOR FROM E.COLI CELLS FOR GENE CLONING
Authors: Mamta Sahani  , R.K. Sharma  , Arun Prasad Chopra
Published: December 2024

Plasmid DNA is an important role play for gene cloning and gene expression analysis in E.coli cells. But some of the plasmids are very low copy number so its isolation is also difficult due to its low copy number. So in this study we used different types of media (broths) with more volume, area, specific growth temperature, time of incubation and quality of inoculum. We used five different types of broth for enhancing the yield of low copy number plasmids such as LB, LB24, SB, SOC and 2xYT media. In these five media the differences is low and high concentration of yeast extract and tryptone and in SOC media some different salts and glucose are additional. Comparison of these five media for enhancing the yield of low copy number plasmid DNA, SOC broth optical density is more comparative to other media. In SOC media plasmid culture OD and isolated plasmid DNA concentration both are directly proportional to each other. For enhancing the yield of low copy number plasmid DNA in E.coli cells these following factors are very important role play, quality of inoculum,size of inoculum specific incubation temperature, area of shaking vessel, incubation time, required concentration of antibiotics, and also concentration of tryptone, yeast extract and additional salts and glucose. One another important factor for enhancing the yield of low copy number plasmid used manual method (alkaline lysis method) for isolation of low copy number plasmid DNA and its purification also effects the yield of plasmid DNA.
DETECTION OF DIABETIC RETINOPATHY FROM RETINAL FUNDUS IMAGES USING IMAGE SEGMENTAION AND AUTOMATIC DEEP LEARNING MODEL
Authors: C.Sivaranjani  , Dr.S.Vimala  , Dr.C.Jeyabharathi
Published: December 2024

Early diagnosis and treatment of diabetic retinopathy (DR) are critical to minimize or avoid vision loss. Furthermore, automatically locating the areas of the retinal image that may have lesions can help experts in the detection process. This paper proposes a deep learning technique with an adequate image segmentation mechanism for recognizing DR from retinal fundus data. Initially, the fundus data is collected from the openly available dataset. Then, the Fast K-Nearest Neighbour Image Segmentation Module (FKISM) is developed to segment the retinal lesions from the collected fundus data. Then, Auto Feature Selection Convolution Neural Network (AFSCNN) is applied to perform automated feature, earning and classification of DR. Simulations are done to analyze the proposed system’s effectiveness with the existing methodologies regarding classification metrics, and our proposed method illustrates superior performance by attaining higher outcomes in both training and testing contrasted to the traditional methods.
Mathematical Physics Approaches to Nanotechnology and Material Science
Authors: Dr.P..Piramanayagam  , Yogesh Bhalla  , K Venkanna  , Dr. V. Venkata Kumar  , Sudheesh Parathakkatt  , Dr. R. Sivaraman
Published: December 2024

This work examines the use of mathematical physics tools and artificial intelligence in enhancing nanotechnology and materials science studies. Using AI algorithms interacting with the basic physical models the paper investigates how these combined methods may enhance the design and characteristics of nanomaterials. Support Vector Machine (SVM), Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), Genetic Algorithm (GA), and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) were employed, whereby predictions of material properties were made, synthesis processes optimized and characterization methods improved. As a result, the authors reported that AI-based models ‘ raised the bars’ in the prediction of material properties with respective accuracies of 92% SVM and 89% ANN. Based on optimization, result showed that the GA algorithm provided 35% improvement in material while the PSO provided increased energy efficiency of 40% on nanomaterial application. In experimental research outcomes, the efficiency of AI technique also proved that AI methodologies were 25% faster process than synthesis process and cost 20% less compared to standard methodologies. These outcomes show that AI and mathematical physics are versatile tools to transform material synthesis and advance the search for environment-friendly, high-performance materials at a much faster pace. This study reveals that other fields such as AI and physics can collaborate to enhance developments in the nanotechnology and materials science fields.
Effect of nanoparticles on Tribological Study of Eco-Friendly Grease Made with Soybean Oil, Beeswax and Acacia Gum
Authors: Mr. Shubham P. Bahekar  , Prof. Dr. Milind S. Mhaske  , Prof. Dr. P. D. Kabudke  , Prof. S. R. Nimbalkar
Published: December 2024

The lubricating grease is simply a lubricating fluid which is gelled with a thickening agent such that the lubricant can be retained more readily in the specific required area. It is made of two primary ingredients: base oils and thickeners. Various performance additives are blended frequently to grease to tailor their characteristics. The grease used in industries is made of mineral oil which is non-renewable, non-biodegradable, toxic, bio-accumulative, and hence environmentally unfriendly. A potential, sustainable and economical eco-friendly alternative to harmful petroleum-based lubricants is a big challenge for the 21st-century lubricant industry. The present study explores, for the very first time, grease produced from all natural, ecofriendly material such as Soybean oil (SO), Beeswax (BW) and Acacia gum (AG). Various samples are prepared by varying the components ratios. Application of grease depends on the physiological properties of the grease. This paper mainly focuses on properties like cone penetration, NGLI Grade, drop point, Wear Test. The tests performed for evaluating the properties are Cone penetration (ASTM-D 217-2021-a), NLGI grade (ASTM-D 217-2020), Drop point (ASTM-D -2265-2020) and Wear preventive Characteristics (ASTM D2266).
Utilization of LDPE Plastic Waste and Laterite Soil in Manufacturing of Stabilized Earth Brick
Authors: Sarath Chandra  , Beulah M  , Gayathri G  , Dr.R.Subashchandra bose  , Sahana M B  , Monica.R
Published: December 2024

The innovative combination of LDPE plastic waste and laterite soil presents a compelling solution for sustainable construction. This approach not only aligns with circular economy principles but also minimizes the environmental impact of building activities. Research has shown that stabilized earth bricks incorporating 60% LDPE plastic exhibit superior compressive strength compared to traditional mud bricks and laterite stone. Moreover, the inclusion of LDPE plastic waste enhances the bricks' water absorption and thermal resistance properties, making them especially suitable for humid regions, Using LDPE plastic waste and laterite soil to manufacture stabilized earth bricks can reduce pollution, promote sustainability, and offer affordable housing solutions. The study emphasizes their potential as a viable alternative for construction and to develop a stabilized earth brick using plastic waste and laterite soil that can meet the standards of a conversional brick.
Artificial Intelligence in the Service Industry: Transforming Operations and Enhancing Customer Experience
Authors: Dr Deepa Prasad Venkatraman  , Prof (Dr) Manasi Kurtkoti
Published: December 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a driving force in reshaping the service industry, fundamentally altering how businesses operate and deliver value. Through the automation of tasks, AI enhances decision-making, streamlines operations, and provides personalized customer experiences. AI’s ability to analyze vast datasets, recognize patterns, and automate tasks previously handled by humans leads to significant improvements across industries like hospitality, retail, healthcare, and customer service. For example, in hospitality, AI-driven dynamic pricing and virtual concierges improve guest satisfaction and optimize revenue. In retail, AI powers recommendation engines, driving significant revenue growth. In healthcare, AI reduces diagnostic errors and accelerates decision-making. Similarly, AI-driven chatbots in customer service improve operational efficiency while ensuring high customer satisfaction. This paper explores these applications in depth, discussing benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations associated with AI integration in the service sector.
TRADITIONS AND SYMBOLISM IN INDIAN CLASSICAL DANCE
Authors: Dr Richa Thakur
Published: December 2024

Indian classical dance is a profound expression of the cultural, spiritual, and artistic heritage of India. Rooted in ancient traditions and religious practices, these dance forms such as Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kathakali, and Manipuri are not only performance arts but also vehicles for conveying symbolic meanings through movement, gesture, and music. This paper explores the rich traditions and deep symbolism embedded in Indian classical dance, focusing on elements like mudras (hand gestures), costumes, music, and the portrayal of mythological narratives. It examines how these dance forms communicate emotions, philosophical concepts, and divine stories through a combination of sacred rituals and artistic expression. By analyzing the role of these dances in both historical and contemporary contexts, this study demonstrates how Indian classical dance continues to preserve cultural values while adapting to the global stage, ensuring its enduring relevance. Through the lens of symbolism and tradition, this paper offers insights into the spiritual and cultural significance of Indian classical dance in both past and present societies.
Health Information Sharing in Urban Slums: Dynamics of Access, Understanding, and Confidence
Authors: Raaj Datta  , Dr. Nima Jerrit John
Published: December 2024

Health communication plays a critical role in improving health outcomes, particularly in urban slum settings where access to healthcare resources is often limited due to high population density. This study examines the dynamics of health message sharing in the slums of Dharavi, Mumbai, with focus on the relationship between preferred communication channels, message comprehension, and the confidence to disseminate health information. Using a mixed-methods approach, quantitative data from a structured survey and qualitative insights from interviews were analysed to identify key factors influencing health information sharing behaviours. The study highlights the importance of understanding message accessibility and clarity, with education and gender emerging as significant determinants of sharing dynamics. Additionally, the study underscores the critical role of self-confidence in fostering community-wide health knowledge dissemination. These insights offer actionable strategies for designing effective health communication interventions tailored to the unique needs of urban slum populations.
Changes in the Use of Sago Masks in the Kaul Serahang Kakan Ritual in Mukah, Sarawak
Authors: Mohammad Husri Morni
Published: December 2024

The Kaul Festival is a festival rich in traditions, arts, and cultures of the Melanau community in Mukah, Sarawak. The main aspect of the Kaul Festival is the Serahang Kakan Kaul Ritual event, which is the event of offerings to Ipok, which is a cleansing ritual carried out to receive blessings and safety for the community. The usage of ‘Topeng Sagu’ (sago mask) is one of the symbols of the event for ceremonial purposes and posesses high aesthetic value in the culture of the Melanau community. However, with the changes of time and significant increased of modern influence, the function and role of the Melanau sago mask has undergone changes. The objective of this study is to identify the use and changes of the sago masks usage in the Kaul Serahang Kakan Ritual. This research uses an ethnographic approach to obtain necessary data. This research was conducted in Mukah over a period of seven days. The ethnographical approach that are used consists of field studies and literature studies. The field study conducted are to obtain data such as observations, participations and interviews. Observational and participatory methods were used to ensure that the data collected were appropriate for the study. The interview method uses a semi-structured interview technique by interviewing some traditional practitioners and seniors whom are the authoritative figure in the Melanau community. Bibliographic research such as journals, books and printed reports are used to support this research as a secondary material. Primary and secondary data need to undergo a screening process which uses thematic analysis techniques to obtain the correct data accordingly. The results of the study discovered that the Melanau community still celebrates the Kaul Serahang Kakan Ritual ceremony and the use of the Sago Mask are still practiced but there occured changes regarding its use. Currently this ritual not only unites the Melanau community, but also unites various other communities who wishes to share the enjoyment. Kaul Serahang Kakan Ritual has also become a platform to generate their economy and elevate Mukah as a heritage tourism destination. Therefore, this research are expected to be a contribution of knowledge to the young generation of Melanau regarding their customs and identity of the Melanau community. The efforts of preserving and documenting the culture of the Melanau community should be continued as national heritage.
The B (E2) transition Probabilities for 122-130Te (Tellurium) Even-Even Isotopes with the help of Cubic terms from Casimir Invariant Operators and IBM-1
Authors: Dr. Pinky Rani
Published: December 2024

The interacting boson model-1 has been used to calculate the reduced electric transition probability B(E2) ↓ of even-even 122-130Te (Tellurium) isotopes with even neutrons from N = 70 to 78. The three-three boson interactions are also formed in the Hamiltonian from Casimir invariant operators. The parameters of best fit to measure the data are used from the experimental value of B (E2; 21+ → 01+) for even-even 122-130Te isotopes. The theoretical values are good in agreement especially with the experimental ones. The branching ratios B (E2; 41+ → 21+) / B (E2; 21+ → 01+) is less than 2 represents U (5) symmetry in 122-130Te isotopes.
Transforming Lachaqui: Environmental Education and Waste Management for a Better Quality of Life
Authors: Panta Ymán Elsa Otilia
Published: December 2024

With the passage of time, the environment has been degenerating due to the inaction of people, who contribute through the generation of solid waste due to high consumption, added to this by the municipal authorities, who do little or nothing to ensure that the situation changes, finding that the quality of life is deteriorated. To carry out an analysis of this problem, several publications have been reviewed that show that this situation is general in several countries.
Vegetative Growth and Nutrient Use Efficiency of Tissue-Cultured ‛Saba’ Banana (Musa) Plantlets in Response to Fertigroe® N, P, and K Nanofertilizers
Authors:   Institute of Crop Science, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna, Philippines, Angeles Domingo , Ruzgal Job Jonas ,   Institute of Crop Science, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna, Philippines,   Science and Technology Scholarship Division, Science Education Institute, Department of Science and Technology, Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines, Caballero Graciela ,   Department of Agroforestry, Institute of Agribusiness, Agriculture and Related Science, Davao del Sur State College, Digos City, Davao del Sur, Philippines, Crodua Alvin ,   Department of Agroforestry, Institute of Agribusiness, Agriculture and Related Science, Davao del Sur State College, Digos City, Davao del Sur, Philippines
Published: December 2024

The study determined the effect of using FertiGroe® Nano N (18-0-0), Nano P (0-18-0), and Nano K (0-0-38) nanofertilizers on the growth and nutrient use efficiency of tissue-cultured ‛Saba’ banana (Musa ABB) plantlets. For 7 wk, conventional fertilizers (CF) and FertiGroe® nanofertilizers (NF) were applied to the plantlets at graduated level of the recommended rate (RR). Vegetative growth was monitored weekly. At the end of the experiment, samples were collected for dry matter partitioning and leaf tissue analysis. Fertilizer treatment significantly improved pseudostem growth and dry matter production of ‛Saba’ banana plantlets. Plantlets applied with neither conventional fertilizer (CF) nor nanofertilizer NF (control) produced significantly shorter and thinner pseudostem, and less dry matter compared to plantlets that were applied with NF or CF, regardless of the recommended rate (RR) used. Despite having significantly shorter and thinner pseudostem, plantlets applied with NF at 50% RR and 75% RR produced dry matter comparable to plantlets applied with CF at 75% RR and 100% RR by allocating more dry matter to the leaves. Foliar P concentration was not limiting to the plants and its nutrient concentration in the leaves did not vary significantly across the treatments. N uptake was highest in plantlets applied with NF at 75% RR (0.187 g) and CF at 75% RR (0.158 g), 100% RR (0.167 g) and 125% RR (0.173 g). K uptake was highest in plantlets that received NF at 50% RR (0.355 g) and 75% RR (0.358 g) and CF at 75% RR (0.353 g). Nutrient use efficiency of the plantlets was measured using apparent nutrient recovery. Apparent potassium recovery of the plantlets applied with NF was higher compared to that of plantlets applied with CF. The computed optimum RR for FertiGroe® N nanofertilizer was 23.5% lower than the computed optimum RR for CF. FertiGroe® N nanofertilizer can also increase apparent nitrogen recovery by 36.87% compared to CF.
Phenotypic Characterization of Selected Traits in ‛Saba’ Banana (Musa balbisiana), Chico (Manilkara zapota) and Pummelo (Citrus maxima) for Crop Improvement
Authors:   Institute of Crop Science, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, 4031, College, Laguna, Philippines, Magdalita Pablito ,   Institute of Plant Breeding, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, 4031, College, Laguna, Philippines, San Pascual Alangelico ,   Institute of Plant Breeding, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, 4031, College, Laguna, Philippines
Published: December 2024

Phenotypic characteristics of ‛Saba’ banana, chico and pummelo were assessed for variability, clustering patterns and character association of 67 saba clones, 71 chico and 73 pummelo genotypes collected mainly from Luzon. Characters were analyzed for agglomerative clustering and correlation analyses. Five clusters for saba, chico and pummelo genotypes were arbitrarily formed a highly branched dendrogram for each species was generated. In ‛Saba’, 22 grouped in Clusters 1, 24, 18, 1 and 2 in Clusters II, III, IV and V, respectively. In chico, 67 genotypes clustered in Cluster I, while 1 each belongs to Clusters II, III, IV and V. In pummelo, 37, 4, 29, 2 and 1 genotypes grouped, respectively, in Clusters I, II, III, IV and V. High degree of association between characters indicated dependency of certain characters on others, suggesting that evaluation of traits can be reduced to save time, effort and resources during peak of evaluation periods. Eighteen saba clones of Cluster III, while in Chico, CH7-IPB in Cluster II and 41 accessions from Clusters I and II of pummelo could be used in varietal improvement due to high total soluble solids (TSS) and edible portion, heavy fruit weight and size, and few number of seeds for chico and pummelo.
Consumer Purchasing Behavior for Fresh Soursop (Annona muricata L.): Evidence from Metro Manila and CALABARZON, Philippines
Authors:   Postharvest Horticulture Training and Research Center, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna Philippines 4031, Del Carmen Dormita , Esguerra Elda ,   Postharvest Horticulture Training and Research Center, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna Philippines 4031,   Institute of Crop Science, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna Philippines 4031, Gerance Arjay ,   Postharvest Horticulture Training and Research Center, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna Philippines 4031
Published: December 2024

A survey of urban and peri-urban consumers in major market centers and residential estates in Metro Manila and CALABARZON in the Philippines was conducted to determine their purchasing behavior for fresh soursop as influenced by demographic characteristics and preferences. Household income, education and household size were strongly correlated with consumer preference on soursop attributes. As household income increased, consumers tended to look for more desirable attributes which can be classified into search (size, color, peel thickness) and experience (taste, juiciness and pulp texture). Education had a similar influence but to a lesser extent. Consumer household size and fruit size also showed marked correlations, indicating that larger households (those with more members) bought larger fruits. Using cluster analysis, two consumer segments, the size/shape conscious and the taste-discriminating groups were identified. Majority of the consumers were not satisfied with the soursop purchased due to quality defects such as pulp hardening, sour or off-taste, and fruits that did not ripen and fruits with insect/disease damage, which had an adverse impact on their repeat purchase. Moreover, the resulting losses from fruits with defects also impacted on income of stakeholders, particularly the farmers and traders. Quality improvements in the soursop supply chain can, therefore, be undertaken to provide the quality of fruits that will satisfy the different types of consumers, and to reduce losses to increase income of farmers and traders.
Uzasadnienie postanowienia o zatwierdzeniu ugody zawartej przed mediatorem i postanowienia o stwierdzeniu wykonalności wyroku sądu polubownego lub ugody przed nim zawartej
Authors: Sławicki Piotr
Published: December 2024

A justification for decisions is a special aspect of courts’ activity in civil proceedings, including enforcement proceedings. At present, the rule applies that a justification is prepared only upon request of a party, to which an exception has been introduced in enforcement proceedings, in which a decision issued in camera hearing is justified by a court ex officio, where a party is entitled to an appeal measure, unless a special regulation provides for otherwise. Special rules have been also introduced in clause proceedings. The variety of enforcement titles provided for in regulations of Polish enforcement proceedings makes it reasonable to ask about the application of general regulations to special titles, in the form of enforcement titles that originate in mediation and arbitration proceedings. This article includes the assessment of a regulation that concerns the justification of judgments issued in clause proceedings, in the context of art. 794(2) § 2 and 3 Code of Civil Proceedings and responding to a question about the scope of applying the above-mentioned regulation to proceedings for the approval of a mediation arrangement and confirming the enforceability of a judgement of an arbitration court or an arrangement made before it.
The first part of the article presents general assumptions for preparing a justification in clause proceedings. In the following points, rules of preparing justifications have been analysed for decisions that concern the approval of an arrangement made before a mediator and judgments on confirming the enforceability of a judgement of an arbitration court and an arrangement made before it.

Keywords: mediation, arbitration, enforceability clause, clause proceedings, justification of court decisions
Violência e Psicanálise: caminhos teóricos e possíveis modos de ruptura de ciclos de violências sexuais intrafamiliares
Authors: Rodrigues Maiza dos Santos , Neves Anamaria Silva
Published: December 2024

Este artigo apresenta possíveis interseções entre família, violência e trauma, buscando pensar possíveis modos de ruptura de ciclos de violências sexuais intrafamiliares. Essa busca se realiza por meio de um caminho teórico que aborda as considerações freudianas sobre as características do trauma inscritas no psiquismo e, posteriormente, acrescentam-se contribuições de Ferenczi sobre trauma e violência sexual infantil. A partir dessas considerações, nota-se a relevância do segredo familiar sobre a violência sexual cometida na família e como isso se desdobra na transmissão psíquica, culminando num ciclo de violências sexuais intrafamiliares entre gerações. Diante dessas articulações, destaca-se a importância da investigação sobre a história familiar dos envolvidos para que o tratamento psíquico se estenda à família e, também, o lugar do analista como testemunha sensível ao traumático como possíveis formas de ruptura do ciclo de violências sexuais intrafamiliares.
Palavras-chave: Violência sexual intrafamiliar. Psicanálise. Trauma. Segredo. Família.
Hélio Pellegrino: história de um inconformista radical
Authors: Castro Larissa Leão de
Published: December 2024

Este trabalho pretendeu construir uma cronologia que articule marcos da história de vida de Hélio Pellegrino – relacionados à sua inserção na Psicanálise – com uma contextualização panorâmica do conjunto dos seus escritos psicanalíticos. Isso foi feito a partir de marcos históricos mencionados nos documentos da Fundação Casa de Rui Barbosa (FCRB), de datas mencionadas em seus textos publicados, da biografia Hélio Pellegrino: a paixão indignada – elaborada pelo jornalista Paulo Roberto Pires (Pires, 1998) – a qual serviu de base para outra biografia sucinta elaborada posteriormente pelo mesmo autor, em 2004, para a lúdica coleção Arquivinho de Hélio Pellegrino, de resgate de autores esquecidos que fazem parte da memória cultural brasileira. Do mesmo modo, contou-se com a importante cronologia – elaborada por Antônia Pellegrino (2004), neta de Pellegrino –, que também consta nessa coleção, entre outras fontes. Faz-se o adendo dos limites dessa tarefa circunscrita ao presente trabalho, o qual não tem pretensão de escrever uma biografia do autor, até mesmo pelo fato de que seriam necessárias pesquisas dedicadas exclusivamente a esse objeto de estudo, como fora bem- descrito por Pires (1998, p. 11), diante de um psicanalista “[...] que, como poucos, mereceria o adjetivo larger than life, maior do que a própria vida.” Da mesma forma, certamente, construir memórias que busquem refletir sobre a articulação entre marcos cronológicos da vida do autor com uma periodização de sua produção é matéria de diferentes trabalhos por vir. Este é apenas um deles e se limita ao intuito de situar o leitor quanto à relação entre a trajetória de formação psicanalítica do autor e uma contextualização panorâmica de sua produção psicanalítica.
Palavras-chave: Hélio Pellegrino. História da Psicanálise. Compromisso social. Clínica social. Brasi
O autismo no espelho
Authors: De Brito Lima Agnes , Lustoza Rosane Zétola , Ibáñez Brown Nohemí
Published: December 2024

O presente artigo investiga a operação da constituição do sujeito no autismo com base no conceito do estádio do espelho, desenvolvido e modificado por Lacan. O diagnóstico de autismo está aumentando de forma exponencial desde a nova classificação do DSM-5, a partir da qual tornou-se um espectro. Todavia, na Psicanálise, há uma maneira distinta de elaborar esse diagnóstico, que passa por uma série de observações clínicas de como a criança se relaciona com os pais ou cuidadores, com seu próprio corpo e com as palavras; sendo que o corpo e as palavras têm uma íntima relação na constituição subjetiva. O trabalho do analista está em construir uma borda nesse corpo, a fim de que a criança possa tratar e mediar sua relação com o Outro.
Palavras-chave: Autismo. Estádio do espelho. Imagem especular. Corpo. Psicanálise.
As chaves de Dora, as chaves do texto
Authors: Fernandez de Souza Pedro
Published: December 2024

Na redação do caso Dora, Freud toma as devidas precauções para não fazer de sua narrativa um Schlüsselroman (roman à clef). O termo Schlüssel (“chave”) e outras palavras do mesmo campo lexical, porém, aparecem repetidamente no texto e é possível lê-lo tomando-as como palavras-chave. Tanto no caso como no texto, nota-se uma intrincada troca de chaves: a decisão (Entschluß) de Dora pela ruptura (Abschluß) do tratamento, ou seja, sua resolução em fechar-se (verschließen) a Freud, é a própria chave (Schlüssel) que permite abrir (aufschließen) portas futuras: a chave da transferência, dada por Dora a Freud ao encerrar o tratamento.
Palavras-chave: Dora. Freud. Transferência. Chave. Texto.
CICLO DE PALESTRAS EM UMA PESQUISA-AÇÃO COM GRUPO FOCAL DE TRADUTORES DE LIBRAS/LÍNGUA PORTUGUESA
Authors: Dantas Jailma da Costa Silva , Porto Shirley Barbosa das Neves
Published: December 2024

Nosso objetivo neste artigo é apresentar a metodologia utilizada em uma pesquisa-ação de abordagem qualitativa (Bogdan e Biklen, 1994; Moreira e Caleffe, 2008) com grupo focal (Gondim, 2002), em uma formação para tradutores de Libras de instituições federais e estaduais da cidade de Campina Grande – PB, que se constituiu como parte de uma dissertação de mestrado no Programa de Pós-Graduação em Linguagem e Ensino da Universidade Federal de Campina Grande (UFCG). O ciclo de palestra com foco na estética da Libras (Sutton-Spence, 2021), saberes necessários ao tradutor (Rodrigues e Santos, 2018; Laguna, 2015; e Rosa, 2005) e Competência Tradutória (CT) do grupo PACTE (2003), da literatura infantil (Silva, 2020) e produção audiovisual (Zettl, 2017), para posterior a tradução da obra literária infantil ‘Maria vai com as outras’ (Orthof, 2002) o ciclo ocorreu de maio de 2023 a agosto de 2024 e foi composto por sete palestras neste texto.
O IMPACTO DA INSTALAÇÃO DE UM BANCO DE CAPACITOR
Authors: Souza Richard Paulino Saraiva de , Oliveira Rodrigo Pereira de
Published: December 2024

Este trabalho aborda a instalação de bancos de capacitores em sistemas elétricos, enfatizando seus efeitos sobre a melhoria do fator de potência, a estabilidade, a qualidade de energia e a eficiência energética. Em sistemas com alta presença de cargas indutivas, como motores e transformadores, o fator de potência frequentemente é reduzido, o que aumenta as perdas e eleva os custos operacionais. Dessa forma, a compensação reativa, realizada por meio de bancos de capacitores, surge como uma alternativa para otimizar o consumo de energia e reduzir os impactos financeiros e ambientais. O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar o impacto dos bancos de capacitores na eficiência energética e sustentabilidade, investigando como sua instalação pode melhorar o desempenho de sistemas industriais e comerciais. Para isso, foi realizada uma revisão bibliográfica com levantamento de artigos, livros e documentos técnicos dos últimos dez anos, focando nas temáticas de compensação reativa, qualidade de energia e práticas de eficiência energética. Os resultados demonstraram que a instalação de bancos de capacitores eleva o fator de potência, reduz as perdas energéticas e minimiza flutuações de tensão e distorções harmônicas. Esses efeitos contribuem para uma operação mais confiável e sustentável, além de gerar economia nas tarifas de energia. Conclui-se que os bancos de capacitores são uma solução eficaz e financeiramente viável para melhorar a eficiência e sustentabilidade dos sistemas elétricos, promovendo uma operação mais estável e ambientalmente responsável. Recomenda-se a adoção dessa prática especialmente em sistemas de grande porte e indústrias com elevado consumo de energia.
PERAN ORANG TUA DALAM PENGEMBANGAN SOSIAL EMOSIONAL ANAK DI ERA SOCIETY 5.0
Authors: Puspita Shinta Mutiara , Maulani Susan , Narita Ainun
Published: December 2024

The Society   5.0 era is a concept of a human-centered and technology-based Society  , where early childhood is also very close to technology, especially gadgets. This has more or less affected the social emotional development of early childhood. This study aims to determine the role of parents in the development of children's social emotional aspects in the Society   5.0 era and to determine the social emotional aspects of children in the Society   5.0 era using a qualitative descriptive approach to parents who have children aged 4-5 years. Data collection techniques with interviews and observations. The role of parents in the Society   5.0 era has a very influential role in children, differences in children's behavior were found when using technology and their social emotions in parents who play a direct role in children and parents who work and the social emotional aspects of children are currently influenced by the Society   5.0 era which makes children dependent on gadgets so that children are more comfortable alone with gadgets which has an impact on minimal interaction and socializing children with others. The role of parents is very influential in the social emotional development of early childhood, therefore the need for care and guidance for children.
The Model and Simulation of Memristor
Authors: Jia Yunfang
Published: December 2024

Memristor is an emerging electronic component, tremendous efforts have been made in
the fields of memristor, motivated by its unique resistor switching feature, as well as the good
compatibility with the current integrated circuit (IC) technologies. It has been widely accepted that
memristor would be a powerful candidate for constructing the brain-like computing hardware system
in the next generation of electronics. Even so, there are still challenges in the development of the
memristor IC and the calculation system based on it. For an example, the lack of memristor
simulation module hinders its automatic design. Herein, we would like to propose a method for
simulating the feature of the memristor. Firstly, based on the conductive filament based physical
principle of memristor, calculations are conducted to simulate the basic electronic features of
memristor. The good fitness confirms the feasibility of the proposed method. Second, the
memristor’s resistance switching feature is modelled by Spice, a popular design platform. With the
use of Voltage-Controlled Current Source (VCCS) in Spice, a modulus of memristor is established
and executed to simulate the switched resistances under different bias voltages. In summary, this
work demonstrates the feasibility of the proposed simulating method, it may provide an
easy-to-operate way to improve design efficiency of active memristor arrays
Legal Consequences of Medical Accidents and Medical Malpractice in Indonesia
Authors: Muhammad Ghozali  , Cut Afra  , Deddi Agusriadi  , Sudirman Suti
Published: December 2024

Medical malpractice, which refers to errors or negligence committed by doctors and medical personnel when treating patients. This malpractice can have serious consequences, such as worsening the patient's health condition or even causing death. This act of malpractice has legal consequences, and therefore, it is important to have a clear legal system in the health sector. The research conducted is of a normative juridical nature, using various approaches to understand this problem. The results of the study indicate that the criminal law governing medical malpractice is contained in the Criminal Code, which includes elements of negligence. To increase legal certainty for patients who are harmed, there are special laws, namely Law No. 36 of 2009 concerning Health and Law No. 36 of 2014 concerning Health Workers, which regulate law enforcement related to malpractice. Overall, this text emphasizes the importance of legal protection for patients and the responsibility of doctors in medical practice.