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Review of health research and data on racialised groups: Implications for addressing racism and racial disparities in public health practice and policies in Europe: a study protocol
Authors: Meudec Marie , Affun-Adegbulu Clara , Cosaert Theo
Published: January 2023

Historically, across Europe, data and research on racialised minority groups have not been collected or carried out in a sufficient, adequate, or appropriate manner. Yet, to understand emerging and existing health disparities among such groups, researchers and policymakers must obtain and use data to build evidence that informs decision-making and action on key structural and social determinants of health. This systematic search and review aims to contribute to closing this gap and promote a race-conscious approach to health research, strengthening the utilisation and deployment of data and research on racialised minority groups in Europe. Its ultimate goal is to improve equality and equity in health.

Concretely, the study will do so by reviewing and critically analysing the usage of the concepts of race, ethnicity, and their related euphemisms and proxies in health-related research. It will examine the collection, use, and deployment of data and research on racialised minority groups in this area. The study will focus on Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, three countries with graphical proximity and several similarities, one of which is the limited attention that is given to racism and racial inequalities in health in research and policy. This choice is also justified by practical knowledge of the context and languages. The results of the review will be used to develop guidance on how to use and deploy data and research on and with racialised groups.

The review is part of a larger project which aims to promote race-conscious research and data. The project does this by a three-pronged approach which: 1) highlights the need for a race-conscious approach when collecting and using data, carrying out research on racialised minority groups; 2) builds expertise for their effective use and deployment, and; 3) creates a knowledge network and community of practice for public health researchers working in Europe.
Agencia e identidad femeninas en el cine de Momoko Andō. Análisis de Kakera (2009) y 0.5 mm (2014).
Authors: López Rodríguez Francisco Javier
Published: January 2023

El estudio y la crítica occidental del cine japonés han priorizado tradicionalmente la obra de cineastas masculinos, pero en las últimas décadas ha surgido una nueva generación de mujeres directoras en Japón. El análisis de sus obras resulta necesario puesto que muchas de ellas muestran la intención de reescribir la imagen cinematográfica de la mujer. Este trabajo se centra en la directora Momoko Andō y analiza las películas A Piece of Our Life (Kakera, 2009) y 0.5 mm (0.5 miri, 2014). Los resultados ponen de manifiesto tres características destacables de su cine: la presencia de mujeres protagonistas activas que resisten el poder patriarcal, la inclusión no estereotipada de personajes LGBT, y la reivindicación del trabajo afectivo y la ética del cuidado como motor de cambio social.
Design Estratégico e Complexidade na Cultura Hospitalar: a Celebração da Saúde-Doença
Authors: Mandell Roberta Rech
Published: January 2023

Esse artigo propõe um entendimento metodológico de design estratégico que se pauta em dois princípios da teoria da Complexidade: a dialogia, que convida a distinguir sem disjungir, e o holograma, que postula uma totalidade relacional incompleta que existe em cada uma das partes pelas quais é composta. A partir desses princípios, argumenta-se o entendimento de uma cultura hospitalar como um projeto coletivo hologramático. O projeto coletivo se constitui, a cada instante, por agires estratégicos que buscam integrar novos acontecimentos perceptíveis ao programa cultural. Apresenta-se uma dinâmica criada para a cerimônia do Sino da Conquista da Oncologia Pediátrica do Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre para, a partir dela, pensar a abertura estratégica como novas sintaxes propositivas que, se percebidas e celebradas, podem compor novos significados culturais. Por fim, argumenta-se a relevância de uma cultura hospital capaz de perceber e celebrar a saúde presente na condição de doença.
Uso de infográfico como ferramenta didática para divulgação da literatura surda
Authors: Martins Jéssica Millena Figueiredo , Silva Camila Assis Peres , De Moraes Luana Gabriela Luna , Santos José Carlos Da Silva
Published: January 2023

O presente artigo trata dos resultados de pesquisa interdisciplinar entre os campos do design e da educação. O trabalho consiste em levantamento bibliográfico e estudo de caso. Conceituamos e discorremos sobre literatura surda no Brasil, expondo a urgência em difundir o campo de forma a propiciar inclusão social dos surdos no país. Discorremos também sobre a contribuição dos infográficos para tal empreitada de difusão do conhecimento produzido pela comunidade surda. Por fim, e a fim de fomentar a atuação do designer para além das fronteiras da profissão, apresentamos o processo de produção de infográfico dinâmico, fruto da parceria entre os cursos de graduação em Design e pós-graduação em Linguagem e Ensino.O presente artigo trata dos resultados de pesquisa interdisciplinar entre os campos do design e da educação. O trabalho consiste em levantamento bibliográfico e estudo de caso. Conceituamos e discorremos sobre literatura surda no Brasil, expondo a urgência em difundir o campo de forma a propiciar inclusão social dos surdos no país. Discorremos também sobre a contribuição dos infográficos para tal empreitada de difusão do conhecimento produzido pela comunidade surda. Por fim, e a fim de fomentar a atuação do designer para além das fronteiras da profissão, apresentamos o processo de produção de infográfico dinâmico, fruto da parceria entre os cursos de graduação em Design e pós-graduação em Linguagem e Ensino
ESTRUTURA E LEVANTAMENTO FLORÍSTICO DE UM FRAGMENTO DE MATA ATLÂNTICA NA REPRESA BILLINGS
Authors: Vitório Cleber Vinicius Akita , Netto Alena Torres , Almeida Josimar Ribeiro de
Published: January 2023

a Mata Atlântica é o maior bioma do Estado de São Paulo, um dos complexos ecossistêmicos mais biodiversos do planeta, considerado um hotspot para conservação. Este trabalho teve como objetivo listar as espécies vegetais através da classificação das formas de vida de RAUNKIAER (1905), aprimorada por CABRERA & WILLINK (1973). O levantamento das espécies foi realizado por prospecções em 54 parcelas quadráticas de 36 m2, distribuídas uniformemente num fragmento florestal de 48.010.91 m2. Foram registradas 97 espécies, distribuídas em 47 famílias, com predominância de Myrtaceae. O levantamento foi realizado em dezembro de 2017, do total de espécies levantadas na área do fragmento: 63 foram árvores, 17 ervas, 6 epífitas, 4 lianas, 3 arbustos, 2 palmeiras, 1 é arborescente e 1 é árvore escandente. Destaca-se o registro da espécie vulnerável Euterpe edulis, todo material botânico encontra-se Herbário RBR - UFRRJ - Instituto de Ciências Biológicas e da Saúde.
O papel da inserção nas cadeias globais de valor (CGVs) para a redução da pobreza na América Latina e Caribe | The role of insertion in global value chains (GVCs) for poverty reduction in Latin America and the Caribbean
Authors: Lauria Lucas Baggi de Mendonça
Published: January 2023

O objetivo deste artigo é discutir os resultados de uma maior participação nas cadeias globais de valor (CGVs) para a redução dos índices de pobreza na América Latina e Caribe (ALC), especialmente tendo em vista o aumento da miséria no contexto pós-pandêmico. A hipótese testada no artigo é a de que quanto maior for a inserção da região da ALC nas cadeias globais de valor, menor será o nível de pobreza. Para testá-la, realiza-se uma análise de regressão linear múltipla com dados sobre a inserção da região em CGVs, oriundos da United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), bem como com informações de pobreza extraídas do Banco Mundial, tendo por período de análise o intervalo entre 1991 e 2018. Como resultados, observa-se um decréscimo tímido na inserção da ALC em CGVs. Apesar disso, identifica-se uma correlação entre a participação em CGVs e a redução da pobreza, confirmando-se, com ressalvas, a hipótese proposta.Palavras-chave: Cadeias Globais de Valor (CGVs). Pobreza. América Latina e Caribe (ALC).ABSTRACTThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the results of a higher participation in global value chains (GVCs) for the reduction of poverty rates in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), especially in view of the misery increase in the post-pandemic context. The hypothesis tested is the greater the region's insertion in global value chains, the lower the poverty levels. To test it, a multiple linear regression analysis is developed with data on the region's insertion in GVCs from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), as well as aggregate poverty data extracted from the World Bank, for the period between 1991 and 2018. As the main results, we see a timid decrease in the region's insertion in GVCs. Despite that, we observe a correlation between participation in GVCs and the reduction of poverty. Such evidence makes it possible to confirm, although with reservations, the hypothesis proposed.Keywords: Global Value Chains (GVCs). Poverty. Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Recebido em: 04 jan. 2022 | Aceito em: 18 dez. 2022.
Nanotech device enables onsite toxicity tests
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

New solution promises to improve the cost, use and portability of water analysis
AMY JOHNSON: PIONEERING PILOT
Authors: SMITH NICK
Published: January 2023

One of the most inspirational women of the 20th century, aviator Amy Johnson was the first female pilot to fly solo from the UK to Australia, as well as the first to gain a ground engineer’s ‘C’ licence. Her mysterious disappearance ensures she will never be forgotten.
AM in the frame
Authors: NATHAN STUART
Published: January 2023

As the world’s first 3D-printed bike frame hits the market Stuart Nathan investigates the advantages of additive manufacturing for the bicycle industry
Q&A: Net zero and the challenges ahead for the energy industry
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

The energy industry has a significant role in achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The Engineer asked experts how it can be done
HILDA LYON: AERONAUTICAL PIONEER
Authors: SMITH NICK
Published: January 2023

One of the most important women engineers of the 20th century, Hilda Lyon’s name lives on in her eponymous ‘Lyon Shape’ streamline design used in submarines and airships.
Dress to impress
Authors: POWELL GARETH L.
Published: January 2023

Exoskeletons and implantable electronics might develop in useful, exciting or terrifying directions
USE UNIVERSITY CAMPUSES AS “LIVING LABS” FOR LOCAL ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
Authors: Rooney Matt
Published: January 2023

University campuses provide the perfect test bed for new local community energy technologies writes Matt Rooney, Head of Engineering Policy at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers IMechE
Ideas with Impact
Authors: HALL JON
Published: January 2023

Dr Jon Hall, Chief Innovation and Technology officer at Babcock International group, comments on the finalists and winners of The Engineer’s sixth annual Collaborate To Innovate (C2I) awards
BRITISHVOLT NAMES SITE OF HQ
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

Britishvolt, the company aiming to establish the UK as a force in advanced battery technology, is to locate its headquarters in the West Midlands.
CRUISING ON CARBON
Authors: Excell Jon
Published: January 2023

Innovative air spring technology developed by UK materials specialist Carbon Air exploits the curious properties of activated carbon to deliver a smoother ride.
Arpil 1960 Cross channel connections
Authors: Ford Jason
Published: January 2023

Bridge designs were rarely far behind tunnels as different generations of engineers sought to connect the UK and France
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Design Optimisation
Authors: Haimes Paul
Published: January 2023

Generative design is promising to revolutionise products and the way they are made. Drawing on cloud computing and artificial intelligence, the technology creates designs unlike anything engineers might come up with on their own as Paul Haimes, vice president of Solutions Consulting at PTC, explains.
Removing Risk from the Wharf
Authors: Ford Jason
Published: January 2023

The advent of nuclear propulsion required a new class of floating dry dock
Q & A: Reality Check
Authors: Wade Andrew
Published: January 2023

An expert panel discusses current and future commercial trends in the rapidly growing field of XR
Staying Cyer-Safe
Authors: Wade Andrew
Published: January 2023

With potentially crippling cyber attacks on the rise The Engineer spoke to an expert panel about the steps businesses should be taking to stay safe
MariNH3 Aims for Decarbonised Marine Sector
Authors: Bradshaw Melissa
Published: January 2023

EPSRC-funded project looks to develop disruptive engine technology
THE SHIFTING SANDS OF THE ENGINEERING SKILLS CHALLENGE
Authors: EXCELL JON , WADE ANDREW
Published: January 2023

At a recent roundtable event, experts from industry, academia and the UK skills community discussed the challenges of meeting manufacturing’s changing skills requirements.
Q&A Measure for Measure
Authors: WADE ANDREW
Published: January 2023

The Engineer caught up with three leading experts in metrology to find out the latest in the field
HENRY FORD: DRIVING AMBITION
Authors: SMITH NICK
Published: January 2023

Automotive designer, industrial process innovator and workplace reformer, the legendary Henry Ford was one of the most influential and controversial engineers of the 20th century.
Mobile comms for cops
Authors: BRADSHAW MELISSA
Published: January 2023

Crime fighting received a boost in 1946 when police forces throughout Britain incorporated radio communications into vehicles
Lotus announces all-electric future
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

One more ICE is set to launch but future prosperity is with all-electric vehicles
September 1956: Space Exploration
Authors: Ford Jason
Published: January 2023

Parking has been an issue since the dawn of the car. In 1956 The Engineer looked at innovative solutions to this perennial problem
How Servitization can Give Manufacturers a Competitive Edge
Authors: Baines Tim
Published: January 2023

Servitization – a shift to service based business models – will be key to boosting resilience and growth in manufacturing writes Professor Tim Baines, Director of Advanced Services Group at Aston Business School.
Making Blended Learning Work
Authors: Leevers Hilary
Published: January 2023

EngineeringUK CEO Dr Hilary Leevers explores the challenges of incorporating digital learning into the traditional education landscape
Wheels of Change
Authors: Grant Alex
Published: January 2023

Emerging automotive markets could offer new opportunities for electric vehicle technology to thrive, with benefits that go beyond reducing exhaust emissions
Snow and Tell
Authors: Billington James
Published: January 2023

Winter testing is an integral part of any automotive development cycle, where extreme low temperatures and punishing proving grounds put the latest technology through its paces. EHVTI joins GKN Automotive in Sweden to take its driveline systems for a spin on the ice
Tech Insider | Tevva Truck
Authors: Thomas Craig
Published: January 2023

Following seven years of engineering development and hundreds of thousands of miles travelled in real-world trials, UK-based manufacturer Tevva is ready to deliver electrification to the medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicle market in the form of a 7.5-ton truck with dual powertrain options
Sharing is Caring
Authors: Thomas Craig
Published: January 2023

With the Seven, Iconiq Motors aims to kickstart a vehicle program for chauffeur-driven customers as well as ridesharing applications
Shape of Things to Come
Authors: Heeps Graham
Published: January 2023

New Research Projects Highlight How Additive Manufacturing Could One Day Bring Substantial Performance Benefits to Electrified Vehicles
How to Accelerate the Shift to Electric Buses
Authors: Foley Ian
Published: January 2023

As Life in Towns and Cities Might Return to a Form of Normality this Year, Ian Foley, Managing Director at Equipmake, Explains why we have to Address Urban Emissions and Suggests an Alternative Route for the UK to take on Electrifying Public Transportation
Return of the Dragon
Authors: Challen John
Published: January 2023

In 2019, China was just about maintaining its position at the top of the EV tree. By mid 2020 - amid all of the pandemic-related issues - other regions had stepped up and closed the gap. Despite global market uncertainty, China is on a recharge for 2021
Fast Track
Authors: Grant Alex
Published: January 2023

Founded less than two years ago, Chinese startup Aiways has begun the start of production of its electric SUV - an affordable alternative to the Tesla Model X and Audi e-tron
Embedded Intelligence
Authors: Sampson Ben
Published: January 2023

HDespite teething problems, researchers still believe embedding sensors inside composite materials will improve the way stress and strain are measured in aerospace
Hot Property
Authors: James Anthony
Published: January 2023

With growing commercial interest in space, as well as in the development of supersonic and hypersonic aircraft, the unique capabilities of the Scirocco Plasma Wind Tunnel in Italy are increasingly in demand
The Aviation Conference of the Year!
Authors: James Anthony
Published: January 2023

The 4th Electric & Hybrid Aerospace Technology Symposium will bring together more than 200 engineering experts from aircraft manufacturers, propulsion suppliers, electronics and avionics suppliers, materials companies, aerospace research organizations and others involved in the electrification of aircraft.
The Perfect Fit
Authors: Sampson Ben
Published: January 2023

Changes in aircraft design and wider technological trends are increasing the complexity of tools and techniques for production metrology
The Tin Donkey
Authors: Sampson Ben
Published: January 2023

World War I saw more than 50 new aircraft designs developed, including the world's first usable all-metal aircraft
Set in Stone
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

Supreme Concrete’s plant in Sittingbourne, Kent, has developed a waste reduction programme as part of a wider focus on sustainability
Fruits of Their Labour
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

Following a life-affirming trip to the other side of the world, Kent-based juice manufacturer Alex Auger is blazing a trail for young women in manufacturing
Employment Law SOS
Authors: Wilson Catherine
Published: January 2023

This month, our legal expert looks at the disruption caused by adverse weather conditions, making adaptations for adisabled worker and pub-based favouritism
Making the Connection
Authors: Poulett Ian
Published: January 2023

Implementing 5G technology will provide benefits over and above a speed boost for UK manufacturers
Lean Manufacturing
Authors:   Toyota Material Handling
Published: January 2023

How automated inventory storage and handling is at the heart of modern lean manufacturing
The Air we Breathe
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

Good ventilation has been found to improve productivity, as well as reduce the spread of viruses. So why are so many companies unaware of this?
Leading from the Front
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

A Made Smarter-led leadership programme is equipping SMEs with the skills to tackle industrial digitalisation head-on
National Pride
Authors: Pearce John
Published: January 2023

As the economy begins the long road to recovery, British manufacturers should be proud fly the flag for the nation
Taking It to the Next Level
Authors: Walder Martin
Published: January 2023

Manufacturers must start seriously considering the role of automation in their operations
Lifting Standards
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

A vigilant approach is vital to ensure that forklift operators and pedestrians are kept safe while moving around the factory
Employment Law SOS
Authors: Marsden Tracey
Published: January 2023

This month, our legal expert explores the ramifications of inappropriate images on social media, a dispute over music on the factory floor and what happens when annual staff bonuses are less than previous years
Employment Law SOS
Authors: Wright Jim , West Sarah
Published: January 2023

This month, our legal experts look at rules around EU workers following Brexit, inappropriate use of work mobile phones and making provisions for Muslim members of staff
Smart Fixing
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

The world of maintenance has been slower to adopt Industry 4.0 than the rest of the factory. However, say RS Components, manufacturers are starting to see the benefits of smart maintenance
Investing Your Future
Authors: Rawlings Nathan
Published: January 2023

Why now is the time to be considering the potential of Additive Manufacturing in your operations
The Generation
Authors: Kurt Aytac
Published: January 2023

The introduction of a one-platform strategy for all 5G NR test equipment is enabling a unified test environment for signaling and non-signaling testing through all stages of 5G device production
Sounding Board
Authors: Schmidle Gregor
Published: January 2023

The best practices required to implement a reliable end-of-line acoustic test system to ensure product quality
Magic Touch
Authors: Pachhandara Nikhil
Published: January 2023

OptoFidelity’s automated test system for touch and haptics performance measurement ensures high accuracy and repeatability in touch-enabled products
Shock it
Authors: Pfeiffer Lucas
Published: January 2023

A range of testing machines is helping manufacturers to develop durable consumer electronics that can withstand even the harshest of shocks
Best in Glow
Authors: Warner Shaina
Published: January 2023

DXOMARK has made a name for itself ranking the quality of devices like smartphone displays. But to do so requires a complex knowledge of how to replicate real-life user conditions in a lab.
Cloud Control
Authors: Schöner Christian
Published: January 2023

While more companies are moving their IT infrastructure to the cloud, isolated computer networks are still widespread in test laboratories. But even here, switching to a cloud solution offers many advantages.
Helping Hands
Authors: Willis Paul
Published: January 2023

The consumer electronics industry is increasingly relying on collaborative robots to help test and develop the latest devices to hit the market. Three experts provide insight into the key roles cobots can play
Lab Work
Authors: Norman Helen
Published: January 2023

Harman’s director of Digital Transformation Solutions, Prakash Tripathi, presents the audio electronics company’s new 5G test lab and highlights some of the key work it has undertaken so far
Evaluation Model of Rural Environmental Sustainable Development Capability Under the Background of Rural Revitalization
Authors: Peng Yan
Published: January 2023

Sustainable development cannot be achieved in a society with substantial inequalities in development between rural and urban regions. Sustainability in terms of environmental and human well-being can be attained by applying ecological livability. Agriculture, rural areas, and farmers are crucial for developing countries and their populations. Literature on rural innovation is becoming more neglected as the need for rural regeneration develops. This paper suggests structural equation modeling based on sustainable rural development (SEM-SRD) to build an SRD index system with a universal value based on the interplay between ecological livability and SRD. There are two aspects to sustainable rural development (SRD): ecological sustainability and living sustainability in rural areas. Any country can use a comprehensive quantitative tool to assess its SRD status using the SRD index method. When it comes to environmental sustainability and garbage disposal, the former is green, and the latter is social. With the SRD index method, any nation can utilize a comprehensive quantitative tool to evaluate its SRD status. New perspectives for achieving rural revitalization, antipoverty, and global sustainable development can be gained through the rural innovation system suggested in this paper, which directly adds to the literature in this field. Research shows that agricultural eco-efficiency is substantially greater than rural economic growth, which has a considerable impact on overall rural development, as shown by the findings. For a long time, there has been a huge disparity in the economic growth of different regions of the country. The efficiency of rural development continues to increase with time. The experimental result of the suggested method enhances the inadequate management of RES development, rural development ratio, stability ratio, productivity ratio, and loss of growth in the rural area. Rural areas play an important role in the sustainable development of global society, and therefore, their preservation is necessary.
Environment Pollution Analysis on Smart Cities Using Wireless Sensor Networks
Authors: Zhang Qing Song
Published: January 2023

One of the numerous independent sensing devices in this sector, WSNs can monitor physical and environmental parameters and thousands of applications in other disciplines. A large environmental change has numerous harmful repercussions on human beings, such as air pollution. Using a cloud that communicates through wireless sensor networks (WSNs), environmental factors such as pollution can be monitored with greater precision. If cities are considered smart, they will have to address air pollution, a significant environmental problem in cities. It negatively impacts human health, discouraging individuals from relocating to cities, resulting in a lack of economic development. This means that WSN nodes could monitor the pollution levels in and around the city and along major thoroughfares. In this paper, wireless sensor network-based environmental pollution analysis (WSN-EPA) has been suggested to reduce air pollution in a smart city. WSN nodes have been installed to continuously monitor the city’s air quality levels and the movement of public transit vehicles. Passenger vehicles and public transit buses return to their original locations after passing through stationary nodes across the city with data on air pollution particles, such as gases, smoke, and other pollutants, collected by sensors onboard. Nodes on public transportation, buildings, and automobiles wirelessly gather data from stationary nodes. Once the nodes returned to the pollution monitoring system, the data would be processed. The findings show that the suggested system is a visually effective environmental monitoring system.
Identification and quantification of vitellogenin gene in eyebrow goby (Oxyurichthys ophthalmonema)
Authors: Sa-an Analyn Castor , Quinitio Gerald F , Anasco‬ ‪Nathaniel C , Traifalgar Rex Ferdinand M , Gareza Nillos Mae Grace
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Sa-An AC, Quinitio GF, Anasco NC, Traifalgar RFM, Nillos MGG. 2022. Identification and quantification of vitellogenin gene in eyebrow goby (Oxyurichthys ophthalmonema). Biodiversitas 23: 5606-5613. Vitellogenin (VTG) gene has been used as a biomarker for exposure to estrogenic compounds in marine and freshwater fish species. There was limited information about the detection of VTG mRNA in an estuarine environment using a bioindicator fish species. In this study, a quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) assay was developed for quantification of VTG mRNA normalized to ?-actin in eyebrow goby, Oxyurichthys ophthalmonema. VTG mRNA in the liver of reproductively mature female samples was isolated, amplified, and sequenced. There were 430 bp fragments of VTG, corresponding to a 143 amino acid sequence obtained from eyebrow goby. The partial protein sequence exhibited similar identities with the phosvitin motif of VTG in other gobies. The new qPCR assay was developed through the evaluation of hepatic mRNA levels in nonreproductive male eyebrow goby at 0, 6, 12, and 24 h following intraperitoneal injection of 10 mg kg-1 17?-estradiol. Hepatic mRNA levels were detected 6 h after 17?-estradiol injection and the highest VTG expression was noted 24 h after injection. Results of the present study suggest that male eyebrow goby can be used as indicator species for estrogenic contamination. Likewise, the established qPCR assay can be used to assess recent exposure to estrogenic contaminants in the aquatic environment. The characterization of the amplified VTG gene from eyebrow goby and the application of the qPCR assay developed for eyebrow goby in monitoring EDCs in the field may be considered for future investigation.
Antibacterial activity of seed kernel extracts of seven mangoes (Mangifera indica) cultivars native to Indonesia against MDR-Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from wounds
Authors: PRASTIYANTO MUHAMMAD EVY , DARMAWATI SRI , MUKAROMAH ANA HIDAYATI
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Prastiyanto ME, Darmawati S, Mukaromah AH. 2022. In vitro evaluation of the antibacterial activity of seed kernel extracts of seven mangoes (Mangifera indica) cultivars native to Indonesia against MDR-Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from wounds. Biodiversitas 23: 5629-5637. Pseudomonas aeroginusa is the most common bacterium causing wound infections, with the most common solution being antibiotics. However, excessive and inappropriate use of antibiotics will lead to the emergence of multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial strains. Therefore, natural ingredients are needed as alternative antibacterial agents. This study aimed to determine the antibacterial activity of seed kernel extracts from seven cultivars of mango (Mangifera indica) from Indonesia, i.e., Cengkir, Kopyor, Golek, Kweni, Avocado, Arumanis, and Manalagi, against MDR-P. aeroginusa bacteria isolated from wounds. The agar well diffusion method was carried out to determine the inhibition zone, and the microdilution method was used to determine the MIC and MBC values. The results showed that the seed kernel extracts of seven cultivars of mangoes had antibacterial activity against MDR-P. aeruginosa. Of the seven mango cultivars, Kweni cultivar seed kernel extracts demonstrated the lowest MIC and MBC values of ?0.75 mg/mL and ?12.5 mg/mL. This study concludes that Kweni cultivar seed kernel extracts have the potential to be developed as agents of anti-MDR-P. aeruginosa causes wound infection.
Determinant of farmers’ participation and biodiversity status in the program of agroforestry rehabilitation in Sudan
Authors: HEMIDA MOHAMED , MULYANA BUDI , VITYI ANDREA
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Hemida M, Mulyana B, Vityi A. 2022. Determinant of farmers’ participation and biodiversity status in the program of agroforestry rehabilitation in Sudan. Biodiversitas 23: 5638-5645. The agroforestry Rehabilitation Program (ARP) was launched in Nabag Reserve Forest (NRF), Sudan, to rehabilitate the forest cover and improve livelihoods for communities around the forest. To enhance the efficacy of such rehabilitation programs, it is crucial to understand the impact of various factors on community perception of participation in forest rehabilitation. The objectives of this study were to (i) examine the factors that influence farmers’ perceptions of their involvement in the program and (ii) assess the biodiversity of trees and crop species in the program. Data was gathered through a survey that included personal interviews with 200 farmers who participated in the program. A total of 250 circular sample plots were established randomly to achieve the second objective. The results showed that extension services, farming experience, family members, educational level, land size, and gum Arabic production positively influence farmers’ perceptions. The study findings identified nine tree species and five crop species in NRF. The dominant tree species were Acacia senegal and Balanites aegyptiaca which represented 62.8% and 12.4 % of the total species, respectively. At the same time, groundnut and watermelon were identified as favorite crops cultivated by farmers. Furthermore, the non-rehabilitated area has shown better value in richness, heterogeneity, and evenness than the rehabilitated areas.
Tomato F3 lines development and its selection index based on narrow-sense heritability and factor analysis
Authors: FARID MUH , ANSHORI MUHAMMAD FUAD , RIDWAN IFAYANTI
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Farid M, Anshori MF, Ridwan I. 2022. Tomato F3 lines development and its selection index based on narrow-sense heritability and factor analysis. Biodiversitas 23: 5790-5797. The F3 is the early selection generation that has a good heritability and heredity pattern in a segregated population. The aims of this study are to identify the effectiveness of forming a selection index based on narrow-sense heritability and factor analysis and to select potential tomato F3 lines to be continued in the F4 generation. The research was arranged by an augmented design combined with a randomized complete block design as the environmental design. The research factors consisted of non-repeated genotypes, i.e. the lines with a limited number of seeds consisting of 75 lines and repeated genotypes as comparison varieties consisting of three varieties (Mawar, Tymoty, and Karina). The lines that were not repeated were divided into 5 blocks, while the check varieties were planted repeatedly in each block. The effective selection criteria in this study were the yield, fruit weight,  number of branches, and total fruit number. The priority character besides yield in this study is fruit weight with high and normal narrow-sense heritability. The index selection results from this study showed that there were a good 32 tomato lines to be continued in the F4 generation. t was considered effective in the selection of tomato lines of the F3 generation.
Isolation of actinomycetes from peatland to suppress the growth of Ganoderma boninense the causal agent of basal stem rot disease in oil palm
Authors: BUDI MUCHAMAD BAYU SETIYO , GIYANTO GIYANTO , TONDOK EFI TODING
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Budi MBS, Giyanto, Tondok ET. 2022. Isolation of actinomycetes from peatland to suppress the growth of Ganoderma boninense the causal agent of basal stem rot disease in oil palm. Biodiversitas 23: 5914-5922. Basal stem rot is a major constrain in oil palm cultivation. The aim of this study was to obtain actinomycetes isolates that can suppress the growth of Ganoderma boninense. The research stages included rejuvenation of actinomycetes isolate stock cultures, observation of morphological characters, analysis of the potency of actinomycetes as biological control agents against G. boninense (antibiosis, volatile organic compound, effect of bioactive compounds in actinomycete culture supernatants and their concentration levels in suppressing G. boninense), physiological characterization and molecular identification was also done of selected actinomycetes. All actinomycetes colonies were grey and brown in color with rectiflexible and vertilicillate spore chain types. Three of the seven isolates tested, namely AKT19, AKT28, and AKT52, were able to suppress the growth of G. boninense up to 100% based on the dual culture test and the percent inhibition of G. boninense growth was 12.27; 17.50; and 23.23% by volatile organic compounds. At 10% concentration, the bioactive compounds of three actinomycetes isolates inhibited the growth of G. boninense, i.e., 89.17, 88.30 and 86.50%, respectively. Further results revealed that isolate AKT19 was the strongest suppressor (70.93) of G. boninense at a concentration of 0.5%, while isolates AKT 28 and 52 inhibited only 15.30 and 4.80%, respectively. All potential actinomycetes isolates produce chitinase, glucanase, cellulase, phosphatase enzymes, fixes nitrogen and secreted indole acetic acid growth hormone. Based on the analysis of 16S rRNA gene, it was noted that all potential isolates were identified as Streptomyces gelaticus.
Environmental DNA metabarcoding reveals biodiversity marine fish diversity of a small island at Manokwari District, West Papua, Indonesia
Authors: Pranata Bayu , Kusuma Aradea Bujana , Sabariah Vera , Kim Hyun Woo , Andriyono Sapto
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Pranata B, Kusuma AB, Sabariah V, Kim HW, Andriwiyono S. 2022. Environmental DNA metabarcoding reveals biodiversity marine fish diversity of a small island at Manokwari District, West Papua, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 23: 5982-5988. The uniqueness of small island biodiversity becomes very important to study. Molecular approaches to collecting biodiversity information are currently quite developed. Manokwari district, which is located at the head of Papua Island, Indonesia, has very diversity of marine resources, especially coral reef fish. Currently, we successfully identified marine fish in the coral reef fish ecosystem of Lemon and Mansinam Island. Environmental DNA on Lemon Island and Mansinam Island was successfully carried out. This small island area is located in Manokwari District, Papua, which has a high biodiversity potential, including fishery resources. The MiFish pipeline is used in this Metabarcoding approach by combining water samples from Lemon Island and Mansinam Island. We filtered 1 liter of marine water and pool together from fourteen sampling sites for genomic DNA extraction. A total of 101,001 reads (88.31%) were assigned to 34 species. From the environmental DNA metabarcoding analysis results, the Pomacentridae (8 species), which are reef fish, dominate in this area. Besides, Acanthuridae, Carangidae, and Lutjanidae were identified in this area, which as coral reef fish associates. The results of this environmental DNA also identified 2 species from the Family Scombridae, namely Gymnosarda unicolor and Thunnus obesus. This information is expected to support the sustainable management of the Lemon Island and Mansinam Island Areas for tourism and conservation activities.
Short communication: Diversity and ethnobotany of Araceae in Namo Suro Baru Village, North Sumatra, Indonesia
Authors: RAMBEY RIDAHATI , PURBA EDO RAYVALDO , HARTANTO ADRIAN , PRAKOSO BAGUS PRIO , PENIWIDIYANTI PENIWIDIYANTI , IRMAYANTI LASWI , PURBA MAHARDIKA PUTRA
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Rambey R, Purba ER, Hartanto A, Prakoso BP, Peniwidiyanti, Irmayanti L, Purba MP. 2022. Short communication: Diversity and ethnobotany of Araceae in Namo Suro Baru Village, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 23: 6006-6012. For Indonesian people, the variety of Araceae species has risen to prominence as an ornamental plant and a supplemental food source. However, there is still a lack of information about some species and their cultivation in some parts of North Sumatra. This research was conducted in the village of Namo Suro Baru, Biru-Biru District, Deli Serdang, North Sumatra to identify and study the ethnobotanical use of the species of Araceae. A total of 48 plots, each measuring 2 × 2 m were constructed, and 30 respondents from the community were interviewed about the local utilization of aroids. The results of vegetation analysis recorded a total of 17 species of Araceae plants in the village of Namo Suro Baru in Biru-Biru District, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra Province. Xanthosoma sagittifolium was the dominant species with the highest IVI, i.e. 40.44%, while Dieffenbachia seguine had the lowest IVI (0.86%). The parts of the plant that the locals had traditionally used were the tuber, petiole, and whole leaf. The four main purposes of using Araceae plants were classified as foods, feeds, herbal formulations or medicines, and ornamental plants. Two species of corpse flowers, Amorphophallus titanum and A. prainii, also periodically bloomed in the village, but because they are protected species, the locals did not use them for their needs.
Monitoring of the habitat usage of Tembadau (Bos javanicus lowi) around salt lick in a forest plantation of Sabah, Malaysia
Authors: Enn Hiew Suet , Musta Baba , Sarjadi Mohd Sani , Maid Mandy , Muning Maznah , Kodoh Julius , Goh Collin , Jonalius Marylyn , Sompud Jephte
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Enn HS, Musta B, Sarjadi MS, Maid M, Muning M, Kodoh J, Goh C, Jonalius M, Sompud J. 2022. Monitoring of the habitat usage of Tembadau (Bos javanicus lowi) around salt lick in a forest plantation of Sabah, Malaysia. Biodiversitas 23: 6062-6069. Tembadau (Bos javanicus lowi) is a wild cattle endemic to Borneo Island, especially in Sabah, Malaysia. Their population is declining due to habitat loss and illegal hunting. Previous researchers have reported that hunting pressure and forest fragmentation due to the conversion of natural forests into oil palm plantations are driving the species into the looming extinction of this species. Tembadau is well known for using the salt lick in its habitat. Salt licks are rich in minerals, or feeding sites are important as critical temporal use for wildlife, including Tembadau. The lack of data on the ecological behavior of Tembadau in salt lick areas caused difficulties in monitoring their population in the forest. It may undermine their conservation, especially in the forest plantations. The habitat usage of the Tembadau in this study was expressed in the detection rate and activity pattern. This study aimed to compare Tembadau’s detection rate at salt and non-salt lick areas in a forest plantation situated at the Segaliud Lokan Forest Reserve, Sandakan, Sabah. The activity pattern of Tembadau between a salt lick and non-salt lick areas was also determined. A camera trap survey was carried out from 2 November 2019 to 6 September 2020 to collect the presence, absence and activity pattern of Tembadau. The results show that the detection rate of Tembadau was higher in salt licks, especially salt lick C59SL (n: 171, U: 3187.5, p: 0.003). Tembadau at the salt licks expressed all diurnal, nocturnal and crepuscular behavior but was primarily active at night (n: 12, 43% of nocturnal behavior). Salt licks are beneficial for wildlife to provide the essential elements of intake, health and reproductive success. These findings are helpful information for the monitoring and further conservation work for the species, especially in forest plantation areas. It also provides essential baseline data for lawmakers to make policies for the total protection of salt licks in forest plantations.
The ecological interaction between endangered, precious and rare woody species in rich forest community: A case study in Tanphu protection forest, Vietnam
Authors: VAN HUONG PHAM , VAN CUONG LE
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Huong PV, Cuong LV. 2022. The ecological interaction between endangered, precious and rare woody species in rich forest community: A case study in Tanphu protection forest, Vietnam. Biodiversitas 23: 6119-6127. The present study was conducted to explore the ecological relationship between endangered, precious, and rare tree species and other woody tree species in the rich forest in Tanphu protection forest, Southeastern region, Vietnam. Thirty 2500 m2 study plots (50 × 50 m) were established in the rich forest in Tanphu protection forest. The results revealed that: the rich forest comprised 38 species of woody trees, in which Dipterocarpus alatus Roxb was the dominant species, Shorea guiso Blume, Shorea roxburghii G.Don and Vitex ajugiflora Dop were co-dominant species; Afzelia xylocarpa (Kurz) Craib, Dalbergia oliveri Gamble ex Prain, Pterocarpus macrocarpus Kurz and Dalbergia cochinchinensis Pierre were four endangered, precious and rare species. In the study area, the eight pairs of species viz. D. oliveri - D. alatus; A. xylocarpa - D. alatus; A. xylocarpa - S. guiso; D. cochinchinensis - D. alatus; D. cochinchinensis - S. roxburghii; P. macrocarpus - D. alatus; P. macrocarpus - V. ajugiflora and P. macrocarpus - S. guiso were positively correlated; while two pairs of species were negatively correlated viz. S. guiso - D. oliveri; S. guiso - D. cochinchinensis. Hence, the findings from this study suggested that when choosing plant combinations, the first priority has to be the species that were positively correlated with endangered, precious, and, rare species, and to avoid the selection of negatively associated species.
Estimating carbon stocks of three traditional agroforestry systems and their relationships with tree diversity and stand density
Authors: HARTOYO ADISTI PERMATASARI PUTRI , KHAIRUNNISA SALMA , PAMOENGKAS PRIJANTO , SOLIKHIN ACHMAD , SUPRIYANTO SUPRIYANTO , SIREGAR ISKANDAR Z. , PRASETYO LILIK BUDI , ISTOMO ISTOMO
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Hartoyo APP, Khairunnisa S, Pamoengkas P, Solikhin A, Supriyanto, Siregar IZ, Prasetyo LB, Istomo. 2022. Estimating carbon stocks of three traditional agroforestry systems and their relationships with tree diversity and stand density. Biodiversitas 23: 6137-6146. One of the important sectors as a strategy for climate resilience and low carbon development in Indonesia is Forestry and Other Land Uses (FOLU) including the agroforestry sector. Carbon stock and tree diversity in an ecosystem are dynamic over time and still need to be investigated. This study was aimed: i) to estimate aboveground carbon stocks in the traditional agroforestry of Mount Halimun Salak National Park (MHSNP), in Kampung Birang and Kampung Merabu, East Kalimantan, as well as ii) to analyze the correlation between carbon stock with tree diversity and stand density in traditional agroforestry of Mount Halimun Salak National Park (MHSNP), in Kampung Birang and Kampung Merabu, East Kalimantan. The total plots were 75 plots (a plot size of 50x50 m), and carbon stock estimation was focused on pole and tree levels. The average carbon stock in the traditional zone of MHSNP, Kampung Birang, and Kampung Merabu respectively was 51.02 Mg C/ha, 96.25 Mg C/ha, and 82.17 Mg C/ha. The carbon stock in traditional agroforestry of all study sites was very significantly affected by the basal area (m2/ha) (p-val<0.05) with a strong correlation (r = 80% and 97%). The carbon stock was affected by stand density (p-val<0.1) with a very low correlation (r = 27.3%). The carbon stock was very significantly affected by total species (p-val<0.05). However, it had a weak correlation (r = 28.0%). In agroforestry systems, how to manage the agroforestry, socio-economic aspects, ecological site, and market are the main factor in species selection and species maintenance by landowners that indirectly influence biodiversity conservation effort and carbon stock value. The agroforestry system has the potential to become a target and priority location for Indonesia’s FOLU Net Sink 2030 by providing non-timber forest products, which can avoid leakage in forest conservation efforts and carbon stock.