bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bienestar subjetivo y calidad de vida relacionada con la salud en jóvenes universitarios
Authors: García-García Jesús Alberto , Garza-Sánchez Rosa Isabel , Granados-Udave Griselda de Jesús
Published: February 2025

Introducción: La investigación sobre el bienestar subjetivo y la calidad de vida de los jóvenes debe permitir orientar las estrategias de promoción de la salud de forma integral. Objetivo: identificar la relación entre el bienestar subjetivo y la calidad de vida relacionada con la salud en jóvenes universitarios. Metodología: La investigación fue cuantitativa, con diseño observacional y alcance correlacional. Para la evaluación de las variables del estudio se utilizó el cuestionario PERMA profile y el cuestionario de salud física SF-12. En el estudio participaron 302 estudiantes, de los cuales el 72.8 % fueron mujeres y el 27.2 % hombres. Resultados: Los estudiantes tienen en general buenos niveles de bienestar subjetivo y de calidad de vida, sin embargo, se observó que las emociones negativas y la soledad obtienen puntaciones medianamente altas. En cuanto a la calidad de vida se observó que la vitalidad y la función social son las dimensiones que más afectan la salud de los universitarios. Si existe relación entre el bienestar subjetivo y la calidad de vida. Conclusiones: Se debe poner especial atención en el ámbito emocional, mental y físico de los jóvenes universitarios, debido a que son los aspectos que más afectan el bienestar y su salud.
The role of organizational commitment in improving teachers' job satisfaction in public high schools in Indonesia
Authors:   Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Khairun, Ternate City, Indonesia, Rahman Mardia Hi , Bolotio Rivai ,   Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, Institut Agama Islam Negeri, Manado, Indonesia, Napitupulu Darmawan ,   National Research and Innovation Agency, Research Center for Domestic Government, Jakarta, Indonesia
Published: February 2025

This study examines the impact of transformational leadership and organizational culture on teacher job satisfaction, with organizational commitment as a mediating factor. The research employs a quantitative survey method, involving 126 teachers from three public high schools on Bacan Island, South Halmahera Regency, Indonesia, namely SMAN 1, SMAN 7, and SMAN 8. The findings reveal that both transformational leadership and organizational culture have a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction. Additionally, organizational commitment mediates the relationship between transformational leadership, organizational culture, and job satisfaction. Among the factors studied, organizational commitment has the strongest influence on teacher job satisfaction. These results highlight the critical role of organizational commitment in improving job satisfaction among teachers in public high schools. The practical implications of these findings are discussed.
Technology Acceptance of two mobile health apps during an observational technology evaluation study: Qualitative results of a mixed-methods study (Preprint)
Authors: Graeber Johanna , Warmerdam Elke , Aufenberg Svenja , Bull Christopher , Davies Kristen , Emmert Kirsten , Judd Claire , Maetzler Corina , Manyakov Nikolay V. , Reilmann Ralf , Ng Wan-Fai , Macrae Victoria , Maetzler Walter , Kaduszkiewicz Hanna
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

Mobile health apps are useful tools for research and disease management. However, implementation of mHealth apps is lacking in many areas. While mHealth apps offer various advantages to researchers and patients, their effectiveness depends on its actual use by the intended population. Barriers to the adoption of mHealth apps often stem from human factors such as usability or technology acceptance.

OBJECTIVE

This study explores user perceptions of two mHealth apps in the setting of an observational technology evaluation study with the goal to investigate technology acceptance as a barrier to the implementation of mHealth apps in research.

METHODS

Patients with chronic diseases as well as healthy participants used a symptom and activity e-diary (SAD) and a Cognitive Test App (CTA) over the course of four weeks within the IDEA-FAST Feasibility study. Thereafter, 61 qualitative interviews were conducted, recorded and transcribed. A qualitative content analysis using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) was performed.

RESULTS

As the apps did not directly impact the participants’ health, motivation and adherence to schedule were issues with actual use. Some users perceived the SAD as a burden, while others enjoyed tracking their symptoms. The three tests of the CTA differed in popularity. While one test was described as repetitive, another was perceived as too hard and frustrated users. An important aspect of motivation for participants was feedback on their data and performance. While using the apps was quick, the fixed periods of use were more problematic, as they could lead to conflicts with a user’s daily life. Participants preferred using their own phone. The support provided by written instructions and the study team was sufficient for most participants. Participants stressed the importance of good relations with the study team.

CONCLUSIONS

In choosing suitable applications, one size will certainly not fit all. For medical research, pre-testing of all materials with the potential users is of utmost importance. When an app seemingly does not provide direct impact on the users’ health, other factors can motivate usage, e.g. feedback, gamification, adjustable functions, applicability on all smartphone operating systems and good relations to the study team.
Cost-effectiveness of Internet of Things-based management of home noninvasive positive pressure ventilation in COPD patients with hypercapnic chronic respiratory failure: a trial based economic evaluation (Preprint)
Authors: Feng Ruihua , Cheng Jiu , Cui Yueying , Wang Xi , Lv Yinghao , Song Yuanlin , Liu Hui
Published: February 2025

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The management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presents a significant burden to healthcare systems across the world. Home noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) is an established treatment option associated with significant benefits for COPD patients with hypercapnic chronic respiratory failure. However, challenges remain in ensuring treatment effectiveness. This study aimed to assess the cost-effectiveness of Internet of Things (IoT)-based management versus standard management of home NPPV in COPD patients with hypercapnic chronic respiratory failure. A Markov decision analytic model was developed to simulate real-world COPD progression and predict health outcomes and costs associated with IoT-based and standard management of home NPPV. Efficacy and cost inputs were primarily sourced from a published multicenter, prospective, randomized controlled trial and supplemented by official Chinese databases where necessary. The discounted lifetime cost per quality-adjusted life-year (QALY) gained was calculated from Chinese healthcare payer perspective, and sensitivity analyses were conducted to test the robustness of model results across different assumptions. Compared to standard NPPV, IoT-based NPPV increased costs by ¥3,607.26 and improved QALYs by 0.24 per person across the lifetime horizon, resulting in an incremental cost-effectiveness ratio of ¥15,030.25 per QALY with a 93.6% probability of being cost-effective at the given willingness-to-pay threshold. Base case results were also robust to multiple one-way sensitivity analyses, with the main drivers being hospitalization costs of standard and IoT-based NPPV groups during the period of serious exacerbation. IoT-based NPPV was cost-effective compared to standard NPPV for COPD patients with hypercapnic chronic respiratory failure.
The Characteristics and Impacts of Singapore-U.S. Relations Under Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong
Authors: Truong Hue Thi
Published: February 2025

The relationship between Singapore and the United States under Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is marked by equality and mutual benefits, despite the imbalance of power between the small nation and the superpower. This study aims to explore the pragmatism of Singapore’s foreign policy and how it has shaped bilateral relations, leading to substantial advantages for both parties. Using a combined research approach, including the analysis of diplomatic records, policy documents, and historical data, this study examines the political, economic, and security impacts of Singapore-U.S. relations. The theoretical framework is based on small-state foreign policy theory and international relations, focusing on the strategic roles smaller countries play when engaging with larger powers. Findings reveal that Singapore’s ties with the U.S. have significantly enhanced its position in Southeast Asia, strengthened economic and security interests, and improved cooperation with ASEAN in the context of U.S. Indo-Pacific strategies. The analysis argues that Singapore’s flexible foreign policy has allowed it to leverage its partnership with the U.S. to maximize national benefits and influence broader ASEAN-U.S. relations in meaningful ways.
An Empirical Urban Study Research Methodology for Determining the Influence of Social Cohesion on the Quality of the Urban Environment: A Case of the City of Nairobi, Kenya
Authors: Maringa Mwangi
Published: February 2025

This chapter shares insights on a practical, well-sequenced research methodology and its
application in sustainable growth management of an emerging city. It presents a rational
sequencing of research design, assembled to probe a practical problem with a distinct theoretical
dimension. This problem is captured in the form of succinct study objectives, research questions,
and hypotheses. Pertinent theoretical and conceptual frameworks are abstracted from the
overarching body of theory. They provide a practical, real-life platform and a specific body of
theory upon which to apply the methodology. Essential aspects of a research methodology that
are given prominence here include research design, pilot surveys, sampling design, and data
collection. Suitable instruments of statistical analysis of the interactions of surrogates or
variables of concepts are advanced here. The critical concepts analyzed cluster around the
primary ones of social cohesion, social sustainability, environmental sustainability, and the
resulting model for sustainable urban growth.
The Role of Cultural Identity in Place-Making: A Case of Cultural Centers in Kisumu City
Authors:   Department of Architecture, School of Architecture and Building Sciences, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, P.O. Box 62000 - 00200, Nairobi, Kenya, Ouma Cindy Crawford , Mbidhi Martin Ochieng ,   Paul Mwangi Maringa,   Department of Architecture, School of Architecture and Building Sciences, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, P.O. Box 62000 - 00200, Nairobi, Kenya, Maringa Paul Mwangi
Published: February 2025

This study investigated the role of cultural identity in shaping the design of Kisumu City cultural
centers amidst the global trend of cultural homogenization of public spaces. Focused on the Luo
ethnic group in Kisumu, the research explored the impact of integrating specific elements of
cultural identity in creating functional spaces that respect local culture. Fieldwork, including
observations and interviews, evaluated three cultural centers, uncovering the interplay between
cultural identity and place-making. The findings highlighted how access, spatial layout, shape,
materiality, and color contribute to reflecting local identity, enhancing user experiences with
positive distractions, and community engagement. Conclusions emphasized the pivotal role of
cultural identity in cultural centers, suggesting a design that integrates identity elements. The
study contributes to existing knowledge by identifying distinctive contextual and cultural
features, advocating for hierarchical spatial organization, circular motifs, a blend of modern and
traditional materials, earthy color palettes, and cultural artifacts within centers. The infusion of
specific cultural components aims to make these spaces representative and meaningful to the
local community. Adopting specific design approaches, layouts, forms, scales, material choices,
colors, and positive distractions was recommended. Future research should explore cultural
centers in diverse contexts of unique communities, broadening the understanding of cultural
integration in design.
Data Makers and Users' Views on Useful Paradata
Authors: Huvila Isto , Andersson Lisa , Sköld Olle , Liu Ying-Hsang
Published: February 2025

Understanding and making data (re)usable requires adequate documentation of the data but also information on how it has been created, curated, manipulated and used, termed in data documentation literature as paradata. This paper reports results of a survey study (N=91) of data creating and (re)using archaeologists' views of what data creation, curation, manipulation and use related information (termed here as paradata) they consider important when they are working with data. Data makers' and users' perceptions align to a considerable degree. It is important to have an explanation of the original general context of data creation and knowing the purpose, procedures and methods of data making, analysis and documentation. The findings underline that there is a need to continue developing and testing ideas how to capture and document paradata, and to find ways how to help data makers adopt proven practices to facilitate paradata making. Simultaneously, it is crucial that the paradata aimed at facilitating data use is relevant for data users rather than, for instance, technical or administrative details considered useful primarily by data makers.
Patrones de riqueza de especies y conservadurismo filogenético del nicho ecológico en la Zona de Transición Mexicana: evidencia y herramientas para su estudio
Authors: Lizardo Viridiana , Ruggiero Adriana , Morrone Juan J.
Published: February 2025

Los patrones de riqueza resultan de la superposición geográfica de los nichos ecológicos de múltiples especies. El conservadurismo filogenético del nicho ecológico y la dispersión son procesos esenciales para entender patrones geográficos en la riqueza de especies. Aquí actualizamos la teoría del ensamble biótico en la Zona de Transición Mexicana (ZTM) incorporando al concepto de conservadurismo filogenético de nicho ecológico. La teoría del ensamble biótico de la ZTM recurre al concepto de cenocrón (i.e., conjunto de linajes de una misma afinidad biogeográfica que comparten una misma historia y tiempo de dispersión) para explicar gradientes en la riqueza de especies. Revisamos los fundamentos del conservadurismo filogenético de nicho ecológico, los postulados de la teoría del ensamble biótico de la ZTM y su relación con otras hipótesis propuestas para explicar los gradientes geográficos de riqueza de especies, con el fin de comparar las predicciones que se derivan para la ZTM. Ofrecemos una guía de posibilidades metodológicas para evaluar el conservadurismo filogenético del nicho ecológico aplicando el método comparativo filogenético. Incluimos una breve descripción de las técnicas y software disponibles, cómo ingresar los datos necesarios y otros requisitos para su implementación, y mostramos ejemplos de aplicación en la ZTM.
Conexiones que importan: el papel del apoyo social en la relación entre estrés laboral y salud mental de las científicas españolas
Authors: Sánchez-Holgado Patricia , Rodríguez-Contreras Laura , Xiang Yangjian
Published: February 2025

El estrés laboral es un factor que impacta negativamente en la salud mental. El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar los factores que pueden tener un efecto en la salud mental de las mujeres que trabajan en la ciencia y la investigación científica en España. Se examina la relación entre estrés laboral y salud mental, así como la influencia del apoyo social y la edad. Para ello se llevó a cabo una encuesta a 231 participantes, que se analizó con un enfoque descriptivo y un análisis de moderación y de mediación utilizando regresión lineal múltiple. Los resultados revelaron que existe una correlación estadísticamente significativa en la relación entre el estrés y la salud mental. Aunque no se encontró un efecto de moderación del apoyo social entre el estrés y la salud mental, los hallazgos indicaron que el apoyo social de una persona especial sí actuó como un mediador relevante. Aquellas personas que recibieron este tipo de apoyo experimentaron una reducción en su nivel de estrés y una mejora en su salud mental. En este sentido, se hace necesario mejorar las políticas laborales basadas en el apoyo, en la distribución equitativa de las tareas de cuidado y las políticas institucionales que contribuyan a la creación de un entorno más favorable a la salud mental óptima.
Personas y Perros. La relación humano-perro en la sociedad contemporánea: imágenes, emociones y experiencias
Authors: Bericat Eduardo
Published: February 2025

En las últimas décadas, el número de perros y mascotas considerados miembros de la familia ha aumentado significativamente. Al mismo tiempo, tanto las relaciones humano-animal como el trato que dispensamos a nuestras mascotas han experimentado cambios notables. Este artículo analiza el vínculo social que mantenemos los humanos con los perros realizando un estudio socio-iconográfico de fotografías que representan a “personas con perros”. Las veinte pautas visuales obtenidas han puesto de relieve temas como la afectividad, la sociabilidad interespecie, la humanización del perro, o la animalidad de lo humano. La interpretación sociológica de estas pautas demuestra que tanto el papel desempeñado por, como el sentido atribuido a los perros en las sociedades contemporáneas se ha transformado radicalmente. El artículo ofrece dos hipótesis explicativas de este cambio: la relacional, indicativa de una sociabilidad deficiente, y la del estilo de vida, que expresa el anhelo por conectar con el mundo natural.
GreenGuard CNN-Enhanced Paddy Leaf Detection for Crop Health Monitoring
Authors: Nawaz S.M. Mustafa , K. Maharajan  , N. N. Jose  , R.V.S. Praveen
Published: February 2025

The GreenGuard: CNN-Enhanced Paddy Leaf Detection for Crop Health Monitoring initiative will create multiple future-oriented results. The processing of agricultural imagery becomes revolutionized through the combination of median filtering and Exponential Tsallis entropy Gaussian Mixture model (ExTS-GMM) advanced techniques initially. The essential preprocessing operation delivers better quality data to the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) classifier which results in optimal performance outcomes. The simple integration of CNN classifiers will launch an innovative age that delivers more accurate and efficient paddy leaf detection for agricultural images. Deep learning features of a CNN enable it to uncover complex structural details found in both normal and sick paddy leaf specimens. The classifier's aptitude creates an efficient pathway to execute precise assessment and group data into appropriate categories while processing extended agricultural database information rapidly. Effective implementation of "GreenGuard" will reshape conventional paddy field crop health monitoring systems into modern standards. Modern agricultural stakeholders can make precise choices about pest management along with disease control and irrigation schedules because of timely crop health assessments from the implemented system. The new capabilities generated from this empowerment system will create major crop yield growth and enhance food safety protocols as well as promote sustainable farming throughout paddy farms globally.
El rol de los videojuegos educativos en la enseñanza sobre conflictos armados
Authors: Torres-Barreto Martha Liliana , Díaz-Vargas Laura Andrea , Salcedo-Parada Martha
Published: February 2025

Los videojuegos educativos (VJE) han emergido como herramientas innovadoras que fusionan el aprendizaje con el entretenimiento interactivo, proporcionando entornos virtuales donde personas de todas las edades pueden explorar situaciones reales y complejas, tales como los conflictos armados. Desde una revisión de literatura, este estudio analizó las oportunidades y desafíos de los VJE sobre conflictos armados, con énfasis en el conflicto colombiano, subrayando su capacidad para fomentar la comprensión crítica de eventos históricos y sociales. El estudio, además, identificó, a partir de la literatura, los métodos de evaluación utilizados para medir la efectividad en la enseñanza. La investigación se llevó a cabo en tres fases: un análisis preliminar de la literatura, una revisión sistemática utilizando la metodología PRISMA y un análisis bibliométrico apoyado en el software R Studio. De una muestra inicial de doscientos cincuenta documentos, cien fueron seleccionados siguiendo criterios rigurosos de inclusión. Los resultados muestran que estos videojuegos pueden transformar la enseñanza y el aprendizaje, al promover la reflexión, el debate, el desarrollo del pensamiento crítico y la empatía. En conclusión, el estudio identifica desafíos éticos y técnicos en la implementación de estos recursos, así como la necesidad de evaluaciones multidimensionales que aseguren su efectividad en diversos contextos educativos.
Religious Humanism: Basic Education of Javanese Society
Authors: Wahyudi M. Agus , Maftukhin Maftukhin , Khamami Akhmad Rizqon
Published: February 2025

Humanism is a Western philosophical thought that believes that humans have high values and positions and are at the center, or are referred to as anthropocentric. This kind of thinking has both positive and negative impacts. The positive impact is to prioritize human values, while the negative impact is that humans do not need God in their lives because they believe in their own efforts. Javanese people are known for their friendly, humanist and religious people. Religious humanism is a feature of the Javanese model of religious behavior. RMP. Sosrokartono is one of the figures from Java whose thoughts indirectly include human values that characterize the religious behavior of the Javanese people. The method in this research is a qualitative type. The data to be analyzed is in the form of primary data, namely the thoughts of RMP. Sosrokartono and secondary data, namely supporting data related to research. The aim of the research is to reveal the values  religious humanism RMP. Sosrokartono and how it is implemented on the religious behavior of the Javanese people. The results of this study are that there are RMP. Sosrokartono whose name is ilmu kantong bolong, ilmu kantong, ilmu kantong kosong, and lmu sunyi in which there are values of religious humanism
Identifikasi Akhlak Mahmudah dalam Pendidikan Agama Islam (Kajian Kitab Hidayah al-Salikin)
Authors: Soleh Warissuddin , Vahlepi Sahrizal , Mustofa Ady Muh. Zainul
Published: February 2025

The purpose of Islamic education is to form a mahmudah morality.  The formula for the moral provisions of  mahmudah occupy an important position.  There are many formulas about  mahmudah  morality which are narrative in nature and often overlap between one meaning and the other meaning.  This study examines the identification of mahmudah morality in Islamic religious education through the study of the book Hidayah al-Salikin by Abdul Samad al-Falimbani.  The focus of the research is the fifth chapter of the book. The research approach is qualitative with library research methods. Data analysis techniques using Miles and Huberman data analysis models. The results of the research are identified ten  mahmudah morality which are very relevant to the formulation of the noble character education of Islamic religion. The Ten mahmudah morality described in the Book of Hidayah al-Salikin are: repentance, khauf, zuhud, be patient, thanksgiving, sincerity, tawakal, mahabbah, rida, and remembering death.
Keyword: Moral identification; Mahmudah; Hidayah al-Salikin
Promising triticale breeding lines for the Far Eastern region
Authors:   The Far-Eastern scientific-research institute of agriculture, Zenkina Kristina V. , Aseeva Tatyana A. ,   The Far-Eastern scientific-research institute of agriculture
Published: February 2025

The main problem in selection is to improve the efficiency of selection of the source material (base line), so the use of selection indexes allows you to optimize the comprehensive assessment
of variety species main economic and biological characteristics. The following indices were used:
Mexican, Canadian, Finno-Scandinavian, linear density of the ear, the ratio of seed size to the number
of grains in ear, productivity and potential of plants. As a result of research, it was found that new
breeding lines of triticale of spring forms in the climates of the Far Eastern Region (Khabarovsk Territory) realize their productivity potential significantly higher than the standard Ukro variety. In
the course of the research we identified the most promising triticale breeding lines with high yield
and optimal formation of quantitative characteristics and structural elements of productivity. The
maximum crop yield (13.4 t/ha) in agricultural environment of the region was produced by the highly
productive variety number 1548-19 (Ukro x Dalgau 1). The greatest realization of the potential crop
yield in breeding species 1546-19 (Ukro x Lana) and 1548-19 (Ukro x Dalgau 1) was due to the
productivity of the ear having large number and weight of grains in the ear (6.2 and 7.9 t / ha, respectively). High relationship between the index of linear ear density and crop yield of triticale genotypes
(r=0.574) indicates a significant influence of ear productivity on the formation of this characteristic.
Comprehensive assessment of selection indices showed a promising line of spring triticale - 1546-19
(Ukro x Lana), having high selection value and an optimal system of adaptive reactions to vegetation
conditions.
Resistance of corn specimens to the eastern corn borer in the Primorsky krai
Authors:   Far Eastern Scientific Research Institute for Plant Protection, Lastushkina Elena N. , Kraskovskaya Natalya A. ,   Federal Center of Agrobiotechnologies of the Far East Named after A.K. Chaika
Published: February 2025

In recent years, interest in the cultivation of corn for grain production has increased in the
Primorsky Krai. When cultivating crops, agricultural enterprises faced the problem of increasing the harmfulness of the eastern corn borer (Ostrinia furnacalis Gn). The corn borer is the most dangerous
multi-eating corn worm. Almost the entire corn plant suffers damage from this pest. The harmful
phase is the caterpillar. It leads a secretive lifestyle inside the plant. This significantly worsens the
effectiveness of insecticide treatment. The caterpillars become immune to the drugs. In this regard,
one of the radical measures to control this pest is to create pest resistant varieties, lines, and hybrids
of corn. Pest resistant varieties are able to constrain the number of pests and maintain productivity
even if they are significantly damaged. Our task was to assess the source material of corn in nurseries,
to select pest resistant forms against the natural background of pest invasion. Further, we found the
true pest resistance of these specimens against the artificial background of pest eggs infestation of
corn plants, since corn breeding for pest resistance was carried out using provocative and artificial
backgrounds. Three components of corn resistance to the eastern corn borer were under study: the
attractiveness of culture specimens for laying eggs by female pests, antibiosis of forage plants, and
their resistance to damage. The characteristic of each component of pest resistance was given. The
influence of natural and climatic conditions on the population and damage of plants by the pest was
assessed. The indicators of the hydrothermal coefficient and the correlation coefficient were given.
As a result of the research, 4 lines with stem resistance were identified-97-1, 185-1, 178-1, 118-1. No
hardy specimens were found. The studied material was recommended for inclusion in the breeding
process.
Effect of combined probiotic on growth indicators and immunity level in weaning pigs
Authors:   Far Eastern State Agrarian University, Maksimov Nikita I. , Lashin Аnton P. ,   Far Eastern State Agrarian University
Published: February 2025

To study the effect of probiotics, consisting of Saccharomyces cerevisiae + Bacillus subtilis, on the immune level of young piglets, 40 weaning pigs were selected, which were divided into
control and experimental groups I, II, and III with 10 animals each. In all experimental groups, 0.10%,
0.20%, 0.30% of compound probiotics were added to the main diet, and probiotics were not added to
the control group. During the experiment, growth indicators were evaluated, a biochemical blood test,
serum cytokines were performed. The results showed that the live weight gain of experimental groups
II and III was significantly higher than that of experimental group I and the control group. The average
daily weight gain in experimental group III was significantly higher than in experimental groups I
and II and the control group, the average daily feed intake in experimental group III was significantly
higher than in experimental group I, II and control group. The degree of diarrhea syndrome in the
control group and experimental group II was significantly higher than in experimental groups I and
III, the levels of lactate dehydrogenase, alanine aminotransferase and alkaline phosphatase in the
experimental groups were higher than in the control group, and the total protein content was lower
than in the control group. The difference was not significant. The urea nitrogen content in the experimental groups was significantly higher than in the control group. The content of aspartate aminotransferase in experimental groups II and III was significantly higher than in experimental group I
and the control group. The levels of interleukin-6 and interleukin-1β in the experimental groups did
not significantly differ from those in the control group. Interleukin-6 levels in experimental groups II
and III were significantly higher than in experimental group I and the control group. The level of
interleukin-1β did not differ significantly from the control group. Within 40 days, the level of interleukin-1β in the experimental groups was higher than in the control group, and the level of interleukin-6 was significantly higher than in the control group.
Numbers changes and economic use of the manchurian pheasant (Phasianus colchicus pallasi) population in the Amur region
Authors:   Far East State Agricultural University, Toushkin Alersandr A. , Toushkina Aliya F. ,   Far East State Agricultural University, Matveeva Olga A. ,   Far East State Agricultural University
Published: February 2025

This research paper provides an analysis of the magnitude of Manchurian pheasant population as a main type of game birds in the South of the Amur Region and the state of its economic
use. The work is based on long-term survey data (years 2013-2019) on winter route registration
(WRR) of the numbers of Manchurian pheasant living in the Amur Region. The Manchurian pheasant
is a numerous common sedentary species that lives in the South and Central parts of the region, where agricultural landscapes predominate. It is noted that in the Amur Region, the state of the magnitude
of pheasant population remains at a fairly stable level. The main factors that limit the pheasant numbers and determine the distribution of birds-in winter (the availability and abundance of available
food and the state of snow cover) and in spring and summer - for birds that survived the winter –
weather and climate conditions that affect the survival of eggs and youngsters; natural emergencies
(fires, floods, high water, etc.), diseases, poaching, anthropogenic factors, etc. Most of the Manchurian pheasant population (up to 90% of the total number of birds in the region) in the region is concentrated on the territory of the Amur Regional Public Organization of the Russian Association of
Public Organizations of Hunters and Fishermen which is the main hunting ground user of the Amur
Region among six organizations implementing permits for the right to hunt pheasant.
Use of local non-traditional feed additives in cattle breeding in Yakutia
Authors:   Yakut State Agricultural Academy, Chernogradskaya Natalya M. , Babukhadiya Ketevan R. ,   Far Eastern State Agrarian University, Grigoriev Mikhal F. ,   Yakut State Agricultural Academy, Grigorieva Aleksandra.I. ,   Institute of Mathematics and Informatics,   North-Eastern Federal University Named after M. K. Ammosov
Published: February 2025

Implementation of the productive potential of cattle by finding new feed resources, such
as zeolites and sapropels, opens up new opportunities to increase productivity and improve the physiological indicators of animals. Scientific experiments in different regions of the country have shown
the effectiveness of feed additives that include zeolites and sapropels. Zeolites and sapropels of different deposits have different mineral composition. For this reason, the findings of the experiments
have different economic results. There is a large zeolite deposit of Khonguruu on the territory of
Yakutia, as well as a large volume of sapropel deposits. For this reason, their involvement in feed
turnover is of scientific and practical importance for the region's agriculture. In order to determine
the effectiveness of non-traditional feed additives, such as khongurin zeolite and local sapropels, a
scientific and economic experiment was organized. Object of the research: fresh cows of the Simmental breed. The experiments were conducted at Krestyakh Farm of Suntarsky District in the Sakha
(Yakutia). Scientific and economic experiments were conducted as follows: 3 groups of Simmental
fresh cows were arranged using the method of analogues; the groups were divided into a control group
and 2 experimental groups. Conditions of keeping for all experimental groups were the same, twicea-day feeding. In addition to the main diet, the first experimental group consumed zeolite, the secondzeolite and sapropel. To control the physiological state of the animals, we studied the morphological
composition of the blood of the experimental fresh cows. Findings of investigations showed that the
inclusion of non-traditional feed additives in the daily diet of the fresh cows contributed to an increase
in milk productivity by 7.20% and 9.34% (P>0.999), respectively. When translated in the terms of 4
percent milk, productivity was higher by 6.77% (P>0.99) and 9.03% (P>0.999). At the same time, all
blood parameters of all experimental animals were within the established norms, which indicates a
positive effect of non-traditional feed additives on animal physiology.
Effect of zymosan on rumen fermentation of newly born calves
Authors:   Far Eastern State Agrarian University, Maksimov Nikita I. , Lashin Anton P. ,   Far Eastern State Agrarian University
Published: February 2025

The aim of this research was to study the effect of various doses of zymosan, added to the
rumen, on the parameters of rumen fermentation in newborn calves, which were divided into 4
groups, 10 animals each (including 5 calves and 5 heifers). Experimental group I was fed the main
diet, and experimental groups II, III, and IV were given zymosan 1, 2, 3 g per head a day which was
added to the main diet for 40 days. On the 20th and 40th day, 4 heads were slaughtered in each group
and rumen fluid was collected to measure the production of volatile fatty acids (VFA), pH, ammonia
nitrogen (NH3-N) and microbial protein (MCP). The results showed that during the entire period, the
increase in pH, the concentration of butyric acid, acetic acid and propionic acid in each group did not
differ significantly. On the 20th day in the calf rumen in the experimental group III the concentration
of acetic acid was significantly higher than in the control group. The concentration of propionic acid
in experimental group II was significantly higher than in experimental group I, and the total concentration of volatile fatty acids (TVFA) did not differ significantly between the groups. On the 40th day,
the concentration of acetic acid in the rumen of experimental group III was significantly higher than
in experimental group I, and the difference in the concentration of propionic acid between the groups
was insignificant. The concentration of volatile fatty acids in experimental group II, III and IV was
significantly higher than in experimental group I, but the characteristics in the experimental group III
were the highest. On the 20th day of the experiment, the concentration of ammonia nitrogen in the
rumen of experimental group III was increased, but significantly lower than in experimental group I.
The microbial protein content in experimental group II was significantly higher than in other groups,
but the difference in the concentration of ammonia nitrogen between the groups was significant. On
the 40th day, the microbial protein content of the experimental group III was significantly higher than
in other groups. On the basis of the above results, it was found that the addition of 2 g of zymosan
per head a day to calves ’diet reduced the concentration of ammonia nitrogen in the rumen fluid,
increased the production of microbial protein and the concentration of volatile fatty acids, and increased the effect of ammonia and protein in the rumen. The state of fermentation of the rumen of
animals is stable. A suitable amount of zymosan added to the calf diet throughout the experiment
showed that the optimal amount of polysaccharide is 2 g per head a day.
Re.: Assessment of agrotechnical period of sowing and harvesting of main crops in the Amur region
Authors:   Far Eastern State Agrarian University, Bumbar Ivan V. , Tikhinchuk Pavel. V. ,   Far Eastern State Agrarian University, Mazur Vladimir V. ,   Far Eastern State Agrarian University, Kuvshinov Aleksei A. ,   Far East Research Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture
Published: February 2025

The article presents the results of the research carried out into the dynamics of sowing
wheat, soybean and corn in the year 2019. The authors determined analytical dependencies of sowing
for wheat, soybean and corn (corn grown for the sake of grain) in the years 2017-2019, carried out
investigations on dynamics of soybean harvesting process in the Amur Region in 2015-2017, found
the influence of duration of sowing in agricultural zones of the Amur Region in the year 2018, found
out that prolongation of harvesting period led to the reduction of soybean harvest in the southern
agricultural zone by 3.8 centner/ha on average, and in the central zone by 2.2 centner/ha by the end
of harvesting. These losses can be reduced by reducing the duration of the harvesting period to 10-12
days by increasing the number of high-production combine harvesters having reaper’s grasp width 7-
9 m.
The effect of annual green manures in the mixed crops on the fertility of ocherous volcanic soils of Kamchatka and yield of potato in short crop rotation
Authors:   Kamchatsky Research Institute of Agriculture, Shalagina Natalya M.
Published: February 2025

The article considers the effectiveness of mixtures of green manures in short crop rotation:
green-manured fallow – potato - potato. Potato yield increased significantly against the background
of (NРК)90 in the aftereffect of green- manured mixtures (3rd field of crop rotation): spring rape +
spring vetch, white mustard + oats, white mustard + spring vetch and white mustard + oil-radish. The
yield amounted to 26,3, 28,0, 28,6 and 30,4 t/ha, respectively. The increase in comparison with monospecific crops (spring rape and white mustard) varied from 3,7 to 7,6 t/ha or 16,4-33,3%. In the
second and third crop rotation fields, the density of the topsoil was on average 0,64-0,68 g/cm3, which
was optimal for the growth and development of potatoes. The soil structure was improved: the number of structural macroaggregates with the size of 0,5-10,0 mm increased by 8,0 -11,0% as compared to
the initial one (the beginning of crop rotation) and amounted to 82,0-87,0%. A positive balance during
the crop rotation was formed for all nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium). Its increase with
green- manured mixtures in comparison with monospecific crops amounted to: for nitrogen 12,0-
115,2 kg / ha, for phosphorus 16,8-73,3 kg/ha; the deficit-free balance of potassium was within 41,5-
122,5 kg / ha. The content of available phosphorus in the soil by the end of the crop rotation for all
variants of the experiment significantly increased from low (44,0-52,2) to high values (157-188
mg/kg), which indicated the effectiveness of longer mineralization of the green manure mass. The
content of exchangeable potassium decreased from a high supply level (213-261 mg / kg), in the
second field, to a low (72-90 mg/kg), due to intensive consumption of this element by potato.
THE ASSESSMENT OF MOOSE NUMBERS WITH THE HELP OF THEIR EXCREMENTS ACCOUNTING IN SPRINGTIME
Authors:   Yablonovsky hunting farm, Yudin Andrey A. , Skumatov Dmitry V. ,   All-Russian Research Institute of Hunting and Animal Breeding Named after Prof. B. M. Zhitkov
Published: February 2025

The experimental study was carried out in the climates of the Karelian Isthmus on an area of 10.5
thousand ha. The results obtained and their comparison with other available multi-year data on the number of
Moose showed the comparability of various scientifically based approaches to assessment of the number of
hunting animals. With a view to the sustainable use of Moose resources in accordance with the capacity of
their habitats, common technique and available modern means of obtaining and processing data were applied.
Initial information of field accounting, results of its processing and analysis were presented. The average density of Moose feces in the area under study in the beginning of May was 51.4 heaps/ha, the error of extrapolation of accounting data was 10.4%. This corresponds to assessment of more than 510 thousand heaps of excrement on the area characteristic of Moose or more than 153 tons by total mass on the area under study. The
average season population density of Moose was determined as 18.3 ind./1000 ha, which exceeds the maximum permissible value officially established in Russia. The results obtained were consistent with the available
scientific and actual data on the territory under study. In accordance with the assessment result, minimum
possible population density of Moose amounted to 14.6 individuals/1000 ha, which coincides with the average
for the last three years according to long-term areal accounts (registration in the sample areas) of Moose in the
end of winter. On the basis of feces accounting data and available literary information, calculations of feed
consumed by Moose were carried out. The average season consumption of winter feed 40 kg/ha was considered
limiting (extreme) for the hunting ground, which led to a significant reduction of number of animals. The
groundlessness of official assessment of the number of Moose and the inconsistency of that data and reality
has been proved. This leads to negative consequences. Legitimate hunting in official periods according to real
state of Moose’s population density is the right natural way to use hunting resources and limit number of
Moose.
أثر استخدام التعلم الإلكتروني في مادة التربية الإسلامية على دافعية الطلبة دراسة من وجهة نظر المعلمين بأبو ظبي- الإمارات العربية المتحدة. The Effect of Using E-Learning in Islamic Education on Student’ Motivation: A Study from The Perspective of Teachers in Abu Dhabi
Authors: Alsafadi Alaa , Jamil Asyraf Isyraqi
Published: February 2025

This research primarily aims to investigate the impact of utilizing e-learning in Islamic Education on students' motivation and academic competence from the perspective of teachers in Abu Dhabi، United Arab Emirates. This main objective is further explored through three sub-questions، seeking to reveal the influence of e-learning on students' motivation and academic competence in learning Islamic Education. To achieve the research objectives، the study focused on the population of Islamic Education teachers in private schools in Abu Dhabi، amounting to 438 teachers in 198 schools. A random sample of 200 teachers was selected for the research. The research employed a suitable descriptive survey methodology given the nature of the study. Research tools included the development of a questionnaire to collect data، along with assessing its psychometric properties. After collecting and statistically analysing the research data، the results indicated a significant impact of e-learning on students' motivation and academic competence in Islamic Education. Based on the research findings, the study recommends several key actions. These include the necessity of integrating e-learning in the teaching of Islamic Education، as well as providing training for teachers and students on the skills required for effective utilization of e-learning methods and strategies.
Exploring Community-Based Residency Programs in High-Need Black Counties
Authors: Topmiller Michael , Park Jeongyoung , Quezada Freesia , Carrozza Mark A. , Grandmont Jene , Jabbarpour Yalda , Bazemore Andrew W.
Published: February 2025

Background and Objectives: Primary care physician (PCP) shortages and uneven geographic distribution are well-documented. Black populations have less access to primary care and worse health outcomes, with a lack of provider-patient racial concordance playing a role. Addressing these disparities requires targeted approaches that produce more Black PCPs in high-need areas, including expanding community-based residency programs (CBRPs), which are more likely to produce physicians in high-need areas. This research explores the relationship between high-need Black counties and the location of CBRPs.
Methods: We used geographic information systems to identify high-need counties—defined as those in the bottom quartile for PCP capacity for every year from 2013 to 2020 and in the top quartile for percentages of Black populations (2017–2021). Next, we applied proximity analysis to identify high-need counties within 25 and 50 miles of CBRPs.
Results: More than 3 million people live in the 147 high-need counties, which are mostly in the Southern United States. Nearly 60% of the 867,000 Black people living in these counties can be found in Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Virginia. About one-half of high-need counties do not have any CBRPs located within 50 miles. More than one-third of these counties are in Georgia, Louisiana, and Virginia.
Conclusions: Increasing the number of PCPs in high-need areas requires targeted funding for expanding current and creating new CBRPs with the greatest potential of producing physicians in these areas. Future research will explore all family medicine residency programs relative to high-need areas and identify potential new program locations.
Capas de jornais e Educação Física
Authors: Marques José Carlos
Published: February 2025

Neste artigo, procuramos apresentar uma proposta específica de utilização de capas de jornais (que podem estar presentes no seu suporte impresso ou digital) como tema e conteúdo de discussão no ambiente escolar, especialmente em aulas de Educação Física. O objetivo é permitir uma melhor compreensão de como o jornalismo e a sociedade olham para uma das dimensões do esporte, neste caso, o chamado esporte competição ou esporte de alto rendimento. Acreditamos que o universo da Educação Física seja um espaço privilegiado na escola para o tratamento do esporte, haja vista que o alunado, independentemente de qualquer iniciativa pedagógica que se faça, é exposto diariamente a esse universo da competição em diferentes meios e plataformas (televisão, rádio, internet, redes sociais, jornais, revistas, cinema, publicidade etc.). Portanto, nada melhor que esse “letramento” e que uma melhor capacitação de leitura sobre o esporte retratado nos jornais tenha também a contribuição de profissionais da Educação Física.