bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Makna Syukur Dalam Perspektif Mufassir al-Qusyairi
Authors: Mairizal T. , Marwah Siti
Published: December 2024

Within the Quran, the directive to convey appreciation is closely linked with the directive to engage in the remembrance of Allah (zikr), underscoring the importance of the role of gratitude. Scholars, particularly those within the Sufi tradition, exhibit diversity in their interpretations of gratitude, yet they collectively aim to consecrate all gifts from Allah exclusively to the path that pleases Him. To further comprehend the core of gratitude, this composition seeks to probe into Imam al-Qusyairi's perspective on the concept within the Tafsir Lathaif al-Isyarat. Utilizing a descriptive-analytical approach rooted in content analysis, al-Qusyairi's stance on gratitude can be distilled into two key points: the fundamental meaning of gratitude and how gratitude is expressed. The gratitude of a servant involves praising Allah and consistently recalling the kindness bestowed upon them, applying it in ways that align with Allah's pleasure. Conversely, the gratitude ascribed to Allah encompasses praising and recognizing His servants who have performed virtuous acts in obedience to Him. Modes of expressing gratitude can manifest through verbal articulation, physical deeds, and sincere sentiments, each corresponding to distinct levels of gratitude.
Phenomenon Game Online as Social Pathology in the Community Teenager
Authors: Satri Satri
Published: December 2024

The rise of online games, which are popular among teenagers, is due to the development of the era of globalization and increasingly sophisticated technological developments, which have a negative impact on teenagers. The author is interested in research by raising the title of the online gaming phenomenon as a social pathology among teenagers in Seumara Gampong, Pante Ceureumen District, West Aceh Regency. This research uses a mixed method, collecting data through observation, questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study from distributing questionnaires to 19 teenagers, 15 teenagers (78.9%) said that online games are a social pathology because online games have a negative impact on academic achievement, aggressive behavior, dirty talk, neglecting prayers, and ignoring parental orders. Meanwhile, 4 teenagers (21.1%) said that online games are not a social pathology because playing online games can train hand and eye speed and become a profession to make money. The results of interviews from the gampong government, officials, community leaders, Imum Chik, and parents of teenagers said that the gampong government and parents had tried to overcome the online gaming phenomenon among teenagers by providing advice and warnings. The gampong government and parents continue to supervise/control teenagers so that they do not become addicted to playing online games. The gampong government has provided warnings and guidance to teenagers to use their free time usefully
Basic Concepts of Islamic Education According to Abuddin Nata
Authors: Idris M. Arif , Yanti Cut Mirza
Published: December 2024

Abuddin Nata is a thinker in Islamic education in Indonesia who is very active in the world of education, especially Islamic education. Therefore, the author is interested in looking further into the basic concepts of Islamic education, according to Abuddin Nata. The aim to be achieved in discussing this thesis is to find out Abudin Nata's views on Islamic education and to find out the implementation of the basic concepts of Islamic education according to Abuddin Nata. The type of research in this scientific work is library research, and the method used in discussing this thesis is content analysis. Abuddin Nata said that the curriculum in Islamic education has principles, namely the principle of perfect connection with religion, including teachings and values. Every part of the curriculum, such as objectives, content, methods, and assessment, must be based on religion. The overall principle of the aims and scope of the curriculum includes fostering faith, reason, physicality, and things that benefit society in spiritual, social, economic, and political development. The principle of the relative balance between objectives and curriculum content; The principle of the relationship between talents, interests, abilities, and needs of students; The principle of maintaining individual differences between students in terms of interests or talents; The principle of accepting developments and changes by the times and places and the principle of the relationship between various subjects and the experiences and activities contained in the curriculum
Peningkatan Kinerja Guru Dalam Memanfaatkan Aplikasi Sistem Informasi Harapan Bangsa (Si Haba) Sebagai Sumber Belajar
Authors: Faisal Faisal
Published: December 2024

This study aims to determine the improvement of teacher performance in utilizing the Harapan Bangsa Information System application (Si Haba) as a learning resource through workshops at MTsS Harapan Bangsa West Aceh Regency in 2022. The subjects in this study were all MTsS Harapan Bangsa teachers of West Aceh Regency, totaling 38 people, consisting of 7 civil servant teachers and 31 non-civil servant teachers. The data collection technique used is observation. This research is carried out in two cycles: planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The data analysis technique used is percentage descriptive. The results showed increased teacher performance in applying the Si Haba as a learning resource through workshops at MTsS Harapan Bangsa West Aceh Regency. This can be seen from the results of pre-action: teacher performance obtained an average score of 60.1 in the pretty good category, in the first cycle got an average score of 74.9  in the good category, and in the second cycle obtained an average score of  80.7 in the very good category. This proves the hypnotic statement stating that teacher performance in utilizing the Harapan Bangsa Information System (Si Haba) application as a learning resource can be improved through workshops at MTsS Harapan Bangsa West Aceh Regency in 2022, proven.
Manajemen Pencegahan Tindakan Bullying di MIN 8 Aceh Barat
Authors: Aulia Sindy , Zulfahmi Junias , Kurniawan Ade
Published: December 2024

Bullying behavior has serious repercussions for victims and perpetrators. The victim he experienced psychosomatic symptoms, went to madrasa, felt worthless, felt alienated, and depressed. As for the perpetrator, he will develop into a dangerous individual when he grows up. This article will examine how to prevent bullying in MIN 8 West Aceh. This research uses qualitative methods. The subjects of this study include the head of the madrasah, the homeroom teacher, and students at MIN 8 West Aceh. The authors used observation, interview, and documentation methods in data collection. Data analysis is used in this study to reduce and display data and draw conclusions. The results showed that the madrasah has carried out good management related to preventing bullying in the madrasah environment. The madrasah started by formulating an appropriate program plan to prevent bullying. Planning is formulated by conducting program preparation work meetings involving teacher councils and stakeholders. Then, the program that has been prepared is carried out properly by the plans that have been prepared. The program implemented is anti-bullying guidance and socialization activities through poster media. The implementation of the program is well-evaluated by the madrasah. The evaluation is carried out by evaluating processes and results.
Dagens mineral: Svovlkis-konkretion
Authors: Floris Søren
Published: December 2024

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Skrækøgler
Authors: Floris Søren
Published: December 2024

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Berømte sten 6 - Den Sorte Sten i Mekka
Authors: Thomsen Elsebeth
Published: December 2024

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Jern fra havet
Authors: Friborg Rud , Friedrich Walter L.
Published: December 2024

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Istid ved Gardasøen
Authors: Nielsen Poul Erik
Published: December 2024

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Nyt fra Museet, Siljan-boringen
Authors: Redaktionen
Published: December 2024

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Skadesramt beton II
Authors: Bredal-Jørgensen Jørn
Published: December 2024

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Salthavets gamle kyst
Authors: Nielsen Erling Fuglsang
Published: December 2024

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Søpindsvin som danekræ
Authors: Jakobsen Sten Lennart , Christensen Walter Kegel
Published: December 2024

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Europas største vulkanudbrud
Authors: Jensen Erik Schou , Håkansson Eckart
Published: December 2024

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Senglaciale søer
Authors: Heiberg Erik Otto
Published: December 2024

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Flere runde flinteknolde
Authors: Bromley Richard
Published: December 2024

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Jordskælv - igen!
Authors: Madsen Lena , Håkansson Eckart
Published: December 2024

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Undergrunden ved Skagen
Authors: Lykke-Andersen Holger , Knudsen Karen Luise
Published: December 2024

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Møllesten fra Selbu, Norge
Authors: Wilson J. Richard , Pedersen Anders
Published: December 2024

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Tornquist Zonen
Authors: Berthelsen Asger
Published: December 2024

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Nordgrønlandske bananer
Authors: Boyd Austin
Published: December 2024

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Prækambriske møllesten - Visingøgruppens sandsten
Authors: Larsen Michael
Published: December 2024

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Huler – mere end blot huller i jorden
Authors: Skibsted Søren
Published: December 2024

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Forårets mineral - benitoit
Authors: Jensen Aage
Published: December 2024

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Boganmeldelse. Anette og Kurt Christiansen: Kunsten at slibe sten, Gads Forlang, 293 sider
Authors: Jensen Aage
Published: December 2024

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En fremmed rovbille i Fakse Bugt
Authors: Bennike Ole , Jensen Jørn Bo
Published: December 2024

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Kan det undgås?
Authors: Berthelsen Asger
Published: December 2024

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Sydklinten ved Silstrup - hvordan en diatomit fik en aflægger efter 29 mill. år
Authors: Heilmann-Clausen Claus
Published: December 2024

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Turen går til Jeløya
Authors: Hansen Hans Peter Birk
Published: December 2024

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Nyt geologisk kort over Grønland
Authors: Henriksen Niels
Published: December 2024

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Et nyt dansk mineral?
Authors: Jensen Aage
Published: December 2024

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Boganmeldelse. Gunnar Larsen & Christian Kronborg: Geologisk set: Det mellemste Jylland. Geografforlaget, 1994
Authors: Houmark-Nielsen Michael
Published: December 2024

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Boganmeldelse. Karl-Inge Åhall: Geologi i Dalsland (ISSN 0284-6683)
Authors: Berthelsen Asger
Published: December 2024

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Bauxit i Ghana
Authors: Olsson Morten
Published: December 2024

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Gardar riften i Sydgrønland
Authors: Lotte Melchior Larsen Lotte Melchior Larsen
Published: December 2024

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De skjulte fossiler
Authors: Piasecki Stefan
Published: December 2024

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Revner, sprækker og forkastninger med og uden fyld
Authors: Hageskov Bjørn
Published: December 2024

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Zebramalm fra Østgrønland
Authors: Pedersen Mikael
Published: December 2024

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Øresund i 20.000 år - scener fra et bevæget liv
Authors: Richardt Niels , Belhage Lisa , Funder Svend
Published: December 2024

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På jagt efter Rådhuspladsdalen
Authors: Frederiksen John , Gadeberg Dorte , Hansen Henning Kryger , Jackson Peter , Lyngby Dorthe
Published: December 2024

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Setesdalområdet i Sydnorge - et mål for den geologiske sommerferie
Authors: Pedersen Svend , Konnerup-Madsen Jens
Published: December 2024

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På sporet af Jordens fortid
Authors: Hansen Kirsten
Published: December 2024

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Livet i kridthavet
Authors: Heinberg Claus
Published: December 2024

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Boganmeldelse. Eigil Holm: Horsensegnen. Atlas, natur, miljø, historie, erhverv, 232 sider
Authors: Berthelsen Asger
Published: December 2024

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Palæontologi og IT – et palæontologisk mysteriums mulige løsning
Authors: Nielsen Kurt S. S.
Published: December 2024

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Flere flintesten fra moleret
Authors: Madsen Henrik , Heilmann-Clausen Claus
Published: December 2024

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Svaneøgler - Nye fund på Bornholm
Authors: Milàn Jesper , Bonde Niels
Published: December 2024

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Emu- og rovdinosaur spor
Authors: Milàn Jesper
Published: December 2024

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Orden i magmabjerarterne – fra Urban Hjärne til Albert Streickeisen
Authors: Sørensen Henning
Published: December 2024

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Santorinis eksplosive historie
Authors: Kann Kristian , Petersen Anne Dorthe Juul
Published: December 2024

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Fra strandbred til museum på syv dage – historien om et gigantisk dinosaur fodspor
Authors: Milàn Jesper , Mateus Octavio
Published: December 2024

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Wegeners kontinentaldriftteori - et tilbageblik
Authors: Sørensen Henning
Published: December 2024

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Boganmeldelse. Per Christiansen: Dinosaurerne i nyt lys, 279 sider, Gads Forlag
Authors: Milàn Jesper
Published: December 2024

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Indvielse af ny mindetavle for Niels Steensen (Nicolaus Stenonius)
Authors: Nielsen Jan Kresten , Hanken Nils-Martin , Nielsen Jesper Kresten
Published: December 2024

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Boganmeldelse. Dahl, R.og Sveian, H. (red.): Ka dokker mein førr stein! Geologi, landskap og ressurser i Troms, 154 sider. NGU, 2004.
Authors: Nielsen Jan Kresten , Nielsen Jesper Kresten
Published: December 2024

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Geologisk lagring af kuldioxid kan reducere den menneskeskabte drivhuseffekt
Authors: Springer Niels , Olsen Dan , Stentoft Niels
Published: December 2024

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H.C. Ørsted medaljen i bronze tildelt lektor Erik Schou Jensen
Authors: Redaktionen
Published: December 2024

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Planktoniske foraminiferer og palæoklimatologi
Authors: Nielsen Kurt
Published: December 2024

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Den østbaltiske Kunda Etage: Starten på ‘en store ordoviciske biodiversifikation’
Authors: Rasmussen Christian Mac Ørum , Harper David A. T
Published: December 2024

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Den russiske forbindelse – en lille brik i verdenshistoriens puslespil
Authors: Sørensen Henning
Published: December 2024

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Dinosaurfodspor fra Entrada Sandstenen, Utah
Authors: Milàn Jesper , Loope David B.
Published: December 2024

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Dinosauræg fra Himalaya
Authors: Milàn Jesper , Feidenhans’l Robert
Published: December 2024

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Tetratryx, Heilmann og Proavis
Authors: Bonde Niels , Hansen Kasper
Published: December 2024

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Fossile fodspor i Grand Canyon
Authors: Milàn Jesper
Published: December 2024

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Znaczenie zastrzeżeń wobec zgłoszonej koncentracji w postępowaniach przed Prezesem UOKiK i ich podobieństwo do Statement of Objection
Authors:   Uniwersytet Warszawski: Wydział Prawa i Administracji, Sadkowska Anna
Published: December 2024

Instytucja zastrzeżeń wobec koncentracji przedsiębiorców obowiązuje w prawie polskim od 18 stycznia 2015 r. i została wprowadzona przez zmiany w ustawie o ochronie konkurencji i konsumentów – ustawą nowelizującą z 10 czerwca 2014 r. Istnieją dwa różne stanowiska doktryny odnośnie do relacji zastrzeżeń w prawie polskim do Statement of Objection (SO) – wykazu zastrzeżeń w postępowaniu przed Komisją Europejską w sprawie koncentracji o wymiarze wspólnotowym. Zostały one uregulowane w rozporządzeniu Rady (WE) Nr 139/2004 z 20 stycznia 2004 r. w sprawie kontroli koncentracji przedsiębiorstw. W mojej ocenie nie są to instytucje identyczne, odgrywają inną rolę w postępowaniu antymonopolowym i stosowane są na różnych etapach tego postępowania. Zastrzeżenia były kilkakrotnie zgłaszane przez Prezesa UOKiK wobec koncentracji, która mogłaby prowadzić do zdobycia pozycji dominującej na rynku przez przedsiębiorcę, który wystąpił o zgodę Prezesa UOKiK na dokonanie koncentracji.
Selling the Suburbs to Montrealers: Advertising Discourse and Strategies,
1950–1970
Authors: Bérubé Harold
Published: December 2024

This article addresses the way mass suburbanization was marketed to Montrealers
in the 1950s and 1960s. Advertisements for newly built, single-family homes in anglophone
and francophone newspapers evidence the evolution of marketing strategies and the
construction of the suburban ideal that underpinned them, shedding light on what constituted
the typical publicity for this period as well as the changing discourses and strategies used
and their convergence for the two linguistic groups (at least, as far as content is
concerned).
Otoczaki skandynawskie jako materiał do produkcji kruszyw łamanych – petrograficzna identyfikacja minerałów potencjalnie reaktywnych alkalicznie
Authors: Dubiniewicz Andrzej K.
Published: December 2024

Artykuł przedstawia wyniki szczegółowych badań petrograficznych 15 skał, wybranych spośród 102 otoczaków skandynawskich, pobranych z osadów ostatniego zlodowacenia w żwirowni w północno-zachodniej Polsce, a także grysu polodowcowego z północno-wschodnich Niemiec. Miały one na celu identyfikację w materiale polodowcowym obecności potencjalnie reaktywnych form krzemionki i okruchów skał w kontekście ASR (Alkali-Silica Reaction). W trakcie prac terenowych ustalono, że w materiale skalnym złożonym z otoczaków skały krystaliczne dominowały nad skałami osadowymi. Grys polodowcowy składał się głównie z ziaren różnych odmian granitów, wapieni, gnejsów i piaskowców, odpowiednio w udziale 30,8%, 20,6%, 15,6% i 15,0% masy, przy czym udział ziaren skał osadowych oraz magmowych był zbliżony i był większy niż udział ziaren skał metamorficznych. Obecne były także okruchy reaktywnych czertów i krzemieni, które stanowiły nieco ponad 1% masy tego kruszywa. W analizowanych otoczakach stwierdzono występowanie dwóch form reaktywnej krzemionki – kwarcu w stanie naprężenia i kwarcu mikrokrystalicznego. Ten pierwszy obecny był we wszystkich skałach magmowych głębinowych, metamorficznych i osadowych w zróżnicowanym udziale, od 7,7% do 96,4% objętości, z kolei ten drugi stanowił spoiwo w piaskowcach. Poza nimi, w granitach nierównokrystalicznych z białokremowymi oraz jasnoróżowymi skaleniami znajdowały się przerosty myrmekitowe, a w porfirach drobnokrystaliczna masa kwarcowo-skaleniowa. Tylko diabaz drobnokrystaliczny czarny nie zawierał tego typu składników.
Monteiro Lobato: um estudo de A chave do tamanho
Authors: Alves Valente Thiago
Published: December 2024

Neste livro, Thiago Alves Valente faz um percurso panorâ­mico e histórico da fortuna crítica de A chave do tamanho, de Monteiro Lobato, configurando um quadro por cujas lacunas pretende caminhar. Ao organizar os vários estudos críticos por eixos temáticos (ideologia, pensamento filosófico, cientificismo, questões estéticas), o autor constata que há a “necessidade de empreender uma análise textual em que os elementos estrutu­rais da narrativa possam ser compreendidos sem sua funcionali­dade na construção da obra”. Com esse intuito, Valente realiza um confronto entre as modificações feitas por Monteiro Lobato nas várias edições do livro para, em seguida, apresentar com rara originalidade sua crí­tica desse texto lobatiano, comprovando, por meio de elementos que estruturam a narrativa, de que modo os temas centrais da obra de Lobato estão articulados na criação literária.
Coral reef rehabilitation following Hurricane Irma using nano-engineered artificial reefs in Sint Maarten
Authors: Higgins Emily , Duppel Kyralai , Connell Megan , Brenna Guyon , Sobolev Konstantin
Published: December 2024

Artificial reefs are being increasingly deployed as a coral reef restoration strategy. Additional reef habitats made from conventional substrates (e.g., metal, concrete, etc.) have had limited success in addressing conservation objectives on degraded coral reefs due to structure size and lack of standardized monitoring, and inability to enhance select ecological, and species variables. Technological advances and new restoration methods must be quickly tested and applied on a large scale to curb further deterioration of coral reefs. Here, we present the results of the first deployment of Oceanite artificial reefs (ARs). We compare the composition of the benthic community and associated fish assemblages on Oceanite ARs 14 months after deployment in a marine protected area (MPA) and two unprotected sites in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten. We also examined fish abundance and behaviour on the ARs. The initial results from this pilot study suggest that Oceanite mineral matrices can enhance local biodiversity, attract coral recruits, provide food and protection for large fish communities, and develop an early stage, healthy coral reef community in 14 months. We suggest that further research and testing of Oceanite capabilities will allow us to develop site-, species-, and function-specific nanotechnology-enabled substrates to optimize AR conservation goals. Oceanite mix designs can be tuned to precise parameters to promote reef restoration and stressor mitigation (e.g., pH, leachate emissions, surface texture, porosity, void structure, and hydrophobic, heat-absorbing, and disease-fighting properties). Using both bottom-up and top-down restoration processes, we suggest that deploying bio-enhancing habitats with targeted microclimate stressor treatments on the world’s critical reefs will allow to build global refuges resilient to climate change and provide much needed ecosystem services.
Poder judiciário na constituição de 1824: uma análise das raízes do caráter antidemocrático e sua democratização no estado democrático de direito
Authors: Lima Martonio Mont’Alverne Barreto , Oliveira Wolney Nascimento de
Published: December 2024

A história do Direito é um fator importante na busca da compreensão do presente, principalmente acerca dos aspectos da origem e evolução histórica da formação do Poder Judiciário no Brasil pós-independência, influenciado pela Metrópole Portugal. A Constituição de 1824 do Período Imperial se apresenta com uma estrutura jurídica que emerge para uma burocracia jurídica, uma oligarquia judicial, de modo que se formou, na sua origem, um poder dependente e submisso vinculado aos poderes instalados, derivando pouca contribuição à construção da democracia. Com a redemocratização e a Constituição de 1988, o Estado Democrático de Direito emergiu, culminando, com a Emenda nº 45 de 2004, a reforma judicial, pela qual é buscada a democratização do Poder Judiciário, a sua estruturação e a atuação compatível com a democracia.
Perception of Chickpea Growers towards Climate Change in Bemetara District of Chhattisgarh, India
Authors: Verma Surya Dev , Jaiswal Aparna , Rai Surendra Kumar
Published: December 2024

Climate change is the global phenomenon of climate transformation characterized by the changes in the usual climate of the planet regarding temperature, rainfall and wind) that are especially caused by human activities. Various detrimental effects have been recorded due to changes in weather patterns. The research explores the perception of chickpea growers towards climate change in Bemetara District of C.G. The study reveals that majority of chickpea growers exhibit a medium level of perception. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to improve respondents’ perception and equipping them with necessary tools to manage the risk posed by climate variability.
Assessment of Phenological and Yield Characteristics of Apple (Malus × domestica Borkh) Varieties
Authors: Yaseen Iftisam , Bhat Z. A. , Mir M. A. , Pandith A. H. , Simnani S. A. , Bhat Sajad A. , Shafi Fauzia , Been Tabish Jehan
Published: December 2024

Phenology has gained recently a considerable emphasis as a method for assessing the impacts of changing climate on plant species. Shifting in phenological stages changes can have rippling impacts on environment. Quantifying the effects of these shifting changes on plants is therefore crucial. Knowledge of the dates and duration of particular phenological stages and their variations can be a valuable source of information for organizing, planning and implementation of some regular and special horticultural activities. The phenological study of apple is an essential component of the study as critical phenological stages of the apple are highly reliant on environment, they also have significant practical and scientific implications in the domain of selection. In particular, proper flowering and fruit ripening time are very critical to achieve optimum fruit yield and quality. Fruit yield is an important parameter that determines the acceptability of a cultivar by consumers. The present investigation was undertaken to evaluate the apple varieties for their phenology and yield under Kashmir conditions. Four varieties viz., Super Chief, Red Chief, Gala Redlum and Mitch Gala were used for study. Phenological characteristics revealed that Mitch Gala was earliest in all the phenological stages and Super Chief was late. The blooming period of the studied varieties indicated the synchronizing behaviour of the varieties, which is a prerequisite for effective pollination and adequate fruit set. As far as flowering is concerned, Mitch Gala was earliest to bloom and Gala Redlum was late. Fruit production characteristics revealed that Gala Redlum and Mitch Gala. In terms of yield characteristics, highest yield of 20.58 kg/tree was recorded in Gala Redlum followed by 19.40 kg/tree in Mitch Gala.
Screening the Effect of Burkholderia glumae on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: Singh Deepali , Vishunavat Karuna , Raj Anupama
Published: December 2024

The increasing prevalence of diseases like Burkholderia glumae-produced bacterial panicle blight has an influence on rice production worldwide. In rice plants, the symptoms caused by the pathogen include browning of the leaf sheath, grain rot, and seedling rot. It is observed that the pathogen enters the plant through contaminated seeds and environmental sources of the microbe. The present study analysed the effect of B.glumae on seed germination and root- shoot growth under control condition, and also the screening of different varieties against BPB under glasshouse condition.In all the studied varieties growth responses were varied whereas healthy seeds showed maximum responses followed by artificially infected and naturally infected seeds respectively for root and shoot growth.
History and Therapeutic Benefits of Honey: From Ancient Traditions to Modern Medicine
Authors: Rabeena I. , Bose Subash Chandra , S Arunkumar , S Bhuvaneshwaran , Hariprasad K. , Prabha V. Vijay
Published: December 2024

The history of honey spans millennia, with humans and honeybees intertwined in a remarkable journey dating back to ancient times. From the primitive collection of wild honey by early ancestors to the sophisticated practices of beekeeping and honey production today, honey has played diverse roles in various cultures and civilizations. Its significance transcends mere sustenance, extending into religious rituals, traditional medicine, and culinary delights. Across civilizations, honey has been revered for its delectable taste and myriad health benefits, including its therapeutic properties in wound care, its role in traditional medicinal practices such as Ayurveda, and its potential as an anti-bacterial, antiviral, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer agent. Moreover, honey's versatility extends to oral health, stomach disorders, and wound and burn treatment, making it a valuable natural resource with immense cultural, medicinal, and culinary significance.
Effect of Photobiomodulation on Postoperative Pain of Single Visit Endodontic Treatment: A Case Report
Authors: Machado Glaucia Gonçales Abud , Ferreira Giovanna Fontgalland , Mello Erika da Silva , Suguimoto Ellen Sayuri Ando , Roncolato Vinicius Leão , Oliveira Marcia Regina Cabral , Tognini Janainy Altrão , Paisano Adriana Fernandes , Camacho Cleber Pinto , Bussadori Sandra Kalil , Motta Lara Jansiski , Duran Cinthya Cosme Gutierrez , Mesquita-Ferrari Raquel Agnelli , Fernandes Kristianne Porta Santos , Horliana Anna Carolina Ratto Tempestini
Published: December 2024

Photobiomodulation (PBM), formerly known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), is a therapeutic technique that utilizes light at specific wavelengths to promote biological effects in cells and tissues. It can be applied to alleviate postoperative pain, accelerate healing, and reduce inflammation. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of Photobiomodulation (PBM) on postoperative pain following the treatment of two maxillary molars in a single-visit endodontic procedure. A patient with pain in teeth 1.6 and 1.7, diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis, received single visit endodontic treatment, with PBM used as an analgesic alternative. Before treatment, assessments of spontaneous pain, palpation (vestibular and palatal), and percussion (vertical and horizontal) were performed. After standard treatment, PBM was applied to tooth 1.7, while tooth 1.6 underwent a simulated procedure without device activation. The patient received a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) to record pain at 4, 8, and 12 hours after treatment, along with Paracetamol 750mg for use only if needed, recording the time of use. After 24 hours, a reassessment was conducted. Despite an increase in all pain levels compared to baseline, there was a reduction of over 50% in spontaneous pain parameters at all time points, reaching zero at 4 hours. There was a significant reduction in horizontal percussion (over 50%) and vertical percussion (about 29%), and a 36% increase in palatal palpation. There was no need for analgesics in any case. It is concluded that PBM may be an analgesic alternative for post-endodontic instrumentation spontaneous pain, acting on the periodontal ligament and reducing local inflammation. Larger studies are needed for a more comprehensive analysis of pain, including palpation and percussion.
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Extended-spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli from Poultry Flocks in Benin City, Nigeria
Authors: Osamamwande EDENAGBON Peter , Precious ANI Chinaemerem , Bolarinwa OLAIDE John , Damilare OLALEDE Victor , Agbo OKABEONYE Sunday , Ozioma ODODIKE Glory , Oluwasegun ISMAILA Emmanuel , Adebisi ADENAIKE Kimberly , Arinze OKOYE Chrispin , Aluko KAYODE Abisola
Published: December 2024

People working in proximity to chickens farms or markets are at greater risk of developing antimicrobial resistance from Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-producing Escherichia coli (ESBL-EC) due to its zoonotic potential.   The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and identify the risk factors associated with ESBL producing E. coli from poultry farm environments across Benin City, Edo State. This Study was conducted at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital in Benin City, Nigeria. A total of 400 isolates of Escherichia coli was obtained from poultry birds’ faeces. Identification of the isolates was done using Standard bacteriological techniques. Antimicrobial susceptibility test was performed using Kirby-Bauer diffusion method. ESBL production by isolates was detected by the method of Double Disc Synergy Test (DDST). The statistical tool used in this study was Chi-square test (p ≤ 0.05 was set for significance). A prevalence rate of 21% ESBL production was detected in the400 isolates of Escherichia coli. The detection rate of ESBL producing E. coli was higher in Hen (28.1%) than in Cocks (17.6%), and comparably higher in poultry birds aged 13-17 weeks old (29%, p = 0.00032). No statistically significant differences were observed between housing system and frequency of antibiotic treatment. The ESBL-producers were most frequently detected in the frequency of the Antibiotic treatment (40%). ESBL-E. coli and non ESBL-E. coli producers were susceptible to Gentamicin and Augmentin. Moreover, ESBL- E. coli producers had a lower susceptibility profile compared to non ESBL- E. coli producers. Conclusively, the introduction of ESBL-producing E. coli from poultry farms to the environment may pose a potential health risk if these bacteria reach places where people may become exposed. The relatively high prevalence of ESBL-producing E. coli recorded in this study calls for routine detection, surveillance, and stricter regulations on antibiotic use among poultry producers in Nigeria.
Histidine triad nucleotide‐binding proteins HINT1 and HINT2 share similar substrate specificities and little affinity for the signaling dinucleotide Ap4A
Authors: Strom Alexander , Tong Cher Ling , Wagner Carston R.
Published: January 2020

Human histidine triad nucleotide‐binding protein 2 (hHINT2) is an important player in human mitochondrial bioenergetics, but little is known about its catalytic capabilities or its nucleotide phosphoramidate prodrug (proTide)‐activating activity akin to the cytosolic isozyme hHINT1. Here, a similar substrate specificity profile (kcat/Km) for model phosphoramidate substrates was found for hHINT2 but with higher kcat and Km values when compared with hHINT1. A broader pH range for maximum catalytic activity was determined for hHINT2 (pK1 = 6.76 ± 0.16, pK2 = 8.41 ± 0.07). In addition, the known hHINT1‐microphthalmia‐inducing transcription factor‐regulating molecule Ap4A was found to have no detectable binding to HINT1 nor HINT2 by isothermal titration calorimetry. These results demonstrate that despite differences in their sequence and localization, HINT1 and HINT2 have similar nucleotide substrate specificities, which should be considered in future proTide design and in studies of their natural function.
Unraveling Structure and Dynamics in Porous Frameworks via Advanced In Situ Characterization Techniques
Authors: Bon Volodymyr , Brunner Eike , Pöppl Andreas , Kaskel Stefan
Published: January 2020

Dynamic metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) represent a subgroup of frameworks featuring unique performance, as they are capable of adapting their pore size and/or the orientation of framework constituents in response to specific guest molecules such as gases or solutes and often outperform their rigid analogus in gas storage, sensing, or separation. In this review, the authors focus on recent methodical developments of advanced in situ diffraction and spectroscopic techniques for comprehensive characterization of porous frameworks. Examples for advanced instrumentation are highlighted for in situ nuclear magnetic resonance, electron paramagnetic resonance, and optical spectroscopies as well as X‐ray and neutron diffraction. Several examples of high‐resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM) on MOFs are shown because HRTEM is an emerging technique for the characterization of time‐resolved structural dynamics in MOFs. These methods shed light on structural features and phase transitions of the host, its spin state, electronic structure, specific host–guest and guest–guest interactions, preferable adsorption sites, and bonding situation in the framework, focusing on the most prominent recent case studies. The synergistic development of novel in situ characterization methods and exploration of well‐defined model framework systems are crucial to advance the understanding of dynamic processes in porous materials in future.
Manganese Oxide Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, and Theranostic Applications
Authors: Ding Binbin , Zheng Pan , Ma Ping'an , Lin Jun
Published: January 2020

Despite the comprehensive applications in bioimaging, biosensing, drug/gene delivery, and tumor therapy of manganese oxide nanomaterials (MONs including MnO2, MnO, Mn2O3, Mn3O4, and MnOx) and their derivatives, a review article focusing on MON‐based nanoplatforms has not been reported yet. Herein, the representative progresses of MONs on synthesis, heterogene, properties, surface modification, toxicity, imaging, biodetection, and therapy are mainly introduced. First, five kinds of primary synthetic methods of MONs are presented, including thermal decomposition method, exfoliation strategy, permanganates reduction method, adsorption–oxidation method, and hydro/solvothermal. Second, the preparations of hollow MONs and MON‐based composite materials are summarized specially. Then, the chemical properties, surface modification, and toxicity of MONs are discussed. Next, the diagnostic applications including imaging and sensing are outlined. Finally, some representative rational designs of MONs in photodynamic therapy, photothermal therapy, chemodynamic therapy, sonodynamic therapy, radiotherapy, magnetic hyperthermia, chemotherapy, gene therapy, starvation therapy, ferroptosis, immunotherapy, and various combination therapy are highlighted.
Unusual Pressure‐Driven Phase Transformation and Band Renormalization in 2D vdW Hybrid Lead Halide Perovskites
Authors: Li Han , Qin Ying , Shan Bohan , Shen Yuxia , Ersan Fatih , Soignard Emmanuel , Ataca Can , Tongay Sefaattin
Published: January 2020

The application of high pressure allows control over the unit cell and interatomic spacing of materials without any need for new growth methods or processing while accessing their materials properties in situ. Under these extreme pressures, materials may assume new structural phases and reveal novel properties. Here, unusual phase transition and band renormalization effects in 2D van der Waals Ruddlesden−Popper hybrid lead halide perovskites, which have shown extraordinary optical properties and immense potential in light emission and conversion technologies, are reported. The results show that (CH3(CH2)3NH3)2(CH3NH3)Pb2Br7 (n = 2) layers undergo two distinct phase transitions related to PbBr6 octahedra, butylammonium (BA), and methylammonium (MA) molecule tilting motion that leads to rather unique/anomalous bandgap variation with pressure. In contrast, (CH3(CH2)3NH3)PbBr4 (n = 1) lacks MA molecules and possesses only one pressure‐induced phase transition related to PbBr6 octahedra and BA tilting. In this range, the bandgap reduces monotonically, much similar to other inorganic semiconductors and display surprisingly large redshift from 3 to 2.4 eV. Together with theoretical calculations, this study offers unique insights into these pressure‐induced changes and extends the understanding of these highly anisotropic layered soft organic perovskite materials under extreme conditions.
Correlating Surface Plasmon Resonance Microscopy of Living and Fixated Cells with Electron Microscopy Allows for Investigation of Potential Preparation Artifacts
Authors: Kreysing Eva , Seyock Silke , Hassani Hossein , Brauweiler‐Reuters Elke , Neumann Elmar , Offenhäusser Andreas
Published: January 2020

The investigation of the cell–substrate interface is of great importance for a broad spectrum of areas such as biomedical engineering, brain‐chip interfacing, and fundamental research. Due to its unique resolution and the prevalence of instruments, electron microscopy (EM) is used as one of the standard techniques for the analysis of the cell–substrate interface. However, possible artifacts that might be introduced by the required sample preparation have been the subject of speculation for decades. Due to recent advances in surface plasmon resonance microscopy (SPRM), the technique now offers a label‐free alternative for the interface characterization with nanometer resolution in axial direction. In contrast to EM, SPRM studies do not require fixation and can therefore be performed on living cells. Here, a workflow that allows for the quantification of the impact of chemical fixation on the cell–substrate interface is presented. These measurements confirm that chemical fixation preserves the average cell–substrate distances in the majority of studied cells. Furthermore, it is possible to correlate the SPRM measurements with EM images of the cell–substrate interface of the exact same cells, thus identifying regions of good agreement between the two methods and revealing artifacts introduced during further sample preparation.
Combining ability and heterosis in a diallel cross of safflower under Brazilian tropical conditions
Authors: Olivo Mateus , Bassegio Doglas , Zanotto Maurício D.
Published: January 2020

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) can become an important crop in Brazilian tropical conditions. Combining ability and heterosis of safflower were studied in a five‐by‐five diallel cross from 2013 to 2015 to determine the nature of gene action. The results indicated significant differences among parents for general and specific combining abilities, except for a number of branches. For plant height, grain yield, number of grains per plant, number of grains per capitulum, and oil content, the contribution of the specific combining ability in the genetic variation was observed in the progenies, showing evidence of nonadditive genetic actions. The results of this study showed that best cross for oil content was PI572450 × PI572470 (27%) with gain over genitors. Combination PI537697 × PI653152 presented promising results for increase grain yield. These superior genotypes could be used in recombination breeding programs to accumulate suitable genes responsible for improving grain yield and oil content under the Brazilian tropical conditions.
Ear photosynthetic anatomy effect on wheat yield and water use efficiency
Authors: Li Yuping , Li Hongbing , Zhang Suiqi , Wang Ying
Published: January 2020

The screening of C4 property in C3 crops is an alteration that could improve photosynthetic capacity and efficiency, enhancing potential grain yield, particularly under water stress conditions. The present study aimed to determine how photosynthetic anatomy affects wheat (Triticum aestivum) photosynthetic rate and yield. Gas exchange and anatomical characteristics of the flag leaf and ear were compared in different ploidy wheats (diploid, tetraploid, and hexaploid) under well‐watered (WW) and water‐stressed (WS) conditions. The photosynthetic rate of the ear (PN_ear) decreased to a lesser extent than that of the flag leaf (PN_leaf) under WS and that the PN_ear of tetraploid wheat decreased the least. Furthermore, the integral water‐use efficiency (WUEi) of tetraploid wheat increased the most among the three wheat species. The anatomical characteristics varied not only between the WW and WS conditions but also between the three wheat species; tetraploid species showed higher stomatal frequency (SF), stomatal area per organ area (SA), vein distance (DV), and bundle‐sheath cell number (NBS), and lower vein distance in the glume and lemma. Correlation analysis showed that grain yield presented significant positive correlation with the PN_leaf, PN_ear, and WUEi. The PN_leaf was affected by stomatal length (SL), stomatal width, and SA, while the PN_ear was affected by SF, SA, and stomatal size in the ear organs. The WUEi was generally positively correlated with SL, NV, and NBS in the ear organs. The higher vein density and well‐developed bundle sheath of tetraploid species may contribute to the higher PN_ear and lower decrease in grain yield.
Evaluation of substrates and additives to Trichoderma harzianum development by qPCR
Authors: Mayo‐Prieto Sara , Porteous‐Álvarez Alejandra J. , Rodríguez‐González Álvaro , Gutiérrez Santiago , Casquero Pedro A.
Published: January 2020

Biocontrol strains can activate defense genes and promote plant growth. The aim of this study is to evaluate the development of Trichoderma in substrates with additives by quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR). The T. harzianum, T019 isolated from the Protected Geographical Indication Alubia La Bañeza‐León was tested in peat and vermiculite with and without additives. The development was evaluated by qPCR with the α‐actin gene and a standard curve. Statistical analysis was performed using an analysis of variance and mean completely randomized. The qPCR technique has served to quantify precisely the growth of Trichoderma in the different substrates. T. harzianum develops better in the peat substrates supplemented with cornmeal and with a mixture of cornmeal and bentonite than in any of the vermiculate‐based substrates. T. harzianum development was improved by growing in peat substrates supplemented with cornmeal.
How does HOTf/HFIP Cooperative System Catalyze the Ring‐Opening Reaction of Cyclopropanes? A DFT Study
Authors: Zhou Yongzhu , Xue Rong‐Chao , Feng Yaqing , Zhang Lei
Published: January 2020

Density functional theory calculations have been performed to probe the detailed mechanisms of Brønsted‐acid‐catalyzed ring‐opening reactions of donor‐acceptor cyclopropanes. The reaction model without consideration of the explicit solvation effect was characterized by a high activation free energy of 29.5 kcal/mol, while inclusion of the explicit solvation effect in calculations lowered the activation free energy to 20.5 kcal/mol, which demonstrated the cooperative role of HOTf and HFIP in facilitating the ring‐opening step. Additionally, we put forward two distinct reaction mechanisms, including the nucleophile‐induced mechanism and the protonation‐induced mechanism, for the ring‐opening step of donor‐acceptor cyclopropanes. Computational results revealed that modulation of the reaction conditions could result in the shift of the reaction mechanisms.
Pulse‐wave transit time with ventilator‐induced variation for the prediction of fluid responsiveness
Authors: Yamashita Koichi
Published: January 2020

Aim

Although pulse pressure variation is a good predictor of fluid responsiveness, its measurement is invasive. Therefore, a technically simple, non‐invasive method is needed for evaluating circulatory status to prevent fluid loading and optimize hemodynamic status. We focused in the pulse‐wave transit time (PWTT) defined as the time interval between electrocardiogram R wave to plethysmograph upstroke, which has been recently introduced to non‐invasively assess cardiovascular response. In the present study, we evaluated the efficacy of pulse‐wave transit time (PWTT) with ventilator‐induced variation (PWTTV) in predicting fluid responsiveness.

Methods

We evaluated six domestic pigs weighing 46.0 ± 3.5 kg. After anesthesia induction, electrocardiogram, femoral arterial blood pressure, plethysmograph on the tail, and carotid artery blood flow were monitored and hemorrhage was induced by withdrawing 20 mL/kg blood over 20 min; 5 mL/kg blood volume was then autotransfused over 10 min. Then PWTTV and pulse pressure variation were measured at tidal volumes of 6 and 12 mL/kg.

Results

Area under the receiver operating curve values for the prediction of a >10% change in carotid artery blood flow were 0.979 for pulse pressure variation and 0.993 for PWTTV at a tidal volume of 6 mL/kg and 0.979 and 0.979, respectively, at a tidal volume of 12 mL/kg (all P < 0.0001).

Conclusions

Measured non‐invasively, PWTTV showed similar utility to pulse pressure variation in predicting >10% changes in carotid artery blood flow induced by autotransfusion.
Efficient synthesis of multiply substituted furans using BF@Propyl/dopamine/Pd as a green catalyst
Authors: Karamshahi Zahra , Ghorbani‐Vaghei Ramin
Published: January 2020

One of the commonly used methods to synthesize furans is the three‐component reaction among aromatic aldehyde, arylamine, and acetylenedicarboxylate. The main advantages of this work are easy reaction work‐up, short reaction time, high yield and easy recyclability, reusability of the catalyst. And also basalt fiber applications are surely innovative in many industrial and economic fields, because of its good mechanical, chemical and thermal performances.