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BIOLOGICAL DEGRADATION OF LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LDPE)
Authors: ATEEQ AFEEFA , P. GARG AMAR
Published: January 2024

Polythene is a serious problem which causes pollution to the environment and pollutes the land and marine ecosystem. However, the biological degradation could be a solution of polythene pollution. According to the previous studies microbes have ability to degrade polythene. Microbes use polythene as their carbon source and energy. In this present research, we found fungal strain which degrade polythene in 45 days. The isolated fungi have shown great ability to degrade and they grow rapidly and can be isolated from the soil. We isolate Aspergillus fumigatus and it has have ability to degrade the LDPE. Some enzymes such as Polyesterases, esterases, Lipases and hydrolases involved in degradation of polythene and produced by the Aspergillus fumigatus. The isolated fungi secrete Lipases enzyme showed activity on agar plate assay and halo area was measured as 4.67mm. So our study suggest that polythene can be degrade by microorganism and we can overcome from the white pollution from the natural process
PATHOGENICITY OF RENIFORM NEMATODE (ROTYLENCHULUS RENIFORMIS, LINFORD AND OLIVEIRA, 1960) ON COWPEA (VIGNA UNGUICULATA)
Authors: R. KSHETRIMAYUM  , G. DEVI  , B. BHATTACHARYYA  , M. SAIKIA
Published: January 2024

– Studies on the pathogenicity of reniform nematode (Rotylenchulus reniformis Linford & Oliveira, 1940) on cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) under greenhouse conditions showed that there was a progressive decrease in the plant growth parameters as the inoculum level of Rotylenchulus reniformis increased, i.e., 10, 100, 500, 1000, 5000, and 10,000 nematodes per pot (1kg). An initial inoculum level of 1000 nematodes per kg of soil caused a significant reduction in shoot length, root length, shoot and root weight and proved to be pathogenic to cowpea (var. local). With an increase in the inoculum level, there was a gradual increase in the number of females, egg masses per root system, and nematode population of Rotylenchulus reniformis in 1 kg of soil. The reproductive rates were found to be inversely proportional with inoculum levels, with the highest at 100 and the lowest at 10,000 nematodes per pot. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the threshold level of reniform nematode, Rotylenchulus reniformis was 1000 nematodes per kg of soil.
PREPARATION OF VALUE-ADDED CUPCAKES BY USING OF BLACK WHEAT FLOUR, FINGER MILLET FLOUR AND ASHWAGANDHA POWDER TO COMBAT MALNUTRITION
Authors: SINGH SHUBHRA , GUPTA ALKA , TRIPTI VERMA
Published: January 2024

Cupcake are enjoyed by all age people and hence they can act as a very good source for providing nutrients. Black wheat is high in iron and fiber. Ashwagandha powder is used to treat various disease. The present study was carried out with the objectives to prepare healthy and nutritious cupcake remaining the beneficial proportion of black wheat flour, finger millet flour, ashwagandha powder to assess the acceptability of developed product and to find the nutritive value. Refined flour, black wheat flour, finger millet flour and ashwagandha powder were mixed in the ratio of 30:46:20:4 (T1), 20:50:25:5 (T2), 9:55:25:6 (T3) and 100% refined flour (control). Sensory analysis indicated that value added cupcake (T2) were liked very much by the panelists. The nutritional composition of the best product T2 increased with the incorporation of black wheat, finger millet, ashwagandha powder, refined flour in Cupcake the Moisture and Ash content was found to be 4.28 percent and 1.5/100g, Protein content is 14.89g, Fat-9.24g, Fibre- 2.7g and Carbohydrate- 70.69 g, Iron- 8.45 mg, Calcium- 74mg, Antioxidant- 49.37percent and Energy 420.08 (kcal). The cost of the Cupcake T0 (16.6 Rs.), T1 (22.72 Rs.), T2 (23.84 Rs.) and T3(25.02Rs.). Cupcake should be recommended for all age groups as it helps to boost immunity, maintain blood sugar level, high blood pressure. Therefore, it can be concluded that black wheat flour in combination with finger millet flour and ashwagandha powder can be successfully incorporated for the development of nutritious bakery product.
PROFILING AND SPECIATION OF CANDIDA SPECIES BY USING HICHROME AGAR FROM VARIOUS CLINICAL AND POSTMORTEM SAMPLES IN LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY
Authors: G. KALAISELVI  , G. BALAKRISHNAN  , RAMAN  , R.RAMYA  , R. SAAHITY  , C. SOUNDARARAJAN
Published: January 2024

Animal Candidiasis is associated with oral and upper respiratory disease, pyothorax, ocular lesions, intestinal disease and urocystitis in dog and cats and causes arthritis in horses and mastitis and abortion in cattle. The present study was undertaken to determine the prevalence of Candida species among various clinical and post mortem samples of livestock and poultry. All samples were collected using aseptic precautions. After receiving in the Central University laboratory, the samples were inoculated onto both Blood agar and MacConkey agar, XLD agar and SDA agar and plates were incubated at 37 oC for 24 hours aerobically. The colonies appeared as smooth, pasty, opaque, white or beige were suspected as Candida colonies and Gram stain was done for confirmation. The speciation of the Candida isolates was performed by inoculating it on Hicrome Candida differential agar. The Hicrome agar was prepared as per the manufacturer’s instructions and incubated at 37 o C for 24 hours aerobically. The antibiotic sensitivity test was performed with Highrome agar plate. The pure culture of Candida albicans were streaked in hichrome agar plate and antibiotic disc were placed in appropriate distance and incubated at 37 oC for 24 hours aerobically. Biofilm study of yeast was performed with Sterile 96-well polystyrene plates which were inoculated with 200 µl bacterial suspension (105 CFU/ml) in BHI medium and incubated at 37 o C for 24 hrs without shaking. Species identification of Candida was done by the morphology and color of the colonies. The Candida albicans produce light green colonies, C. tropicalis metallic blue colonies, C.krusei produces purple fuzzy colonies, and C. glabrata white to cream-colored colonies. Out of 298 Candida isolates, C. Albicans was the most common species in 210 (70.46%) strains. The remaining 88 (29.5%) strains showed Non-albicans Candida. Out of 88 Non-albicans Candida isolates, Candida isolates, 20 were C. tropicalis (23%), 28 were C. glabrata (32%), 18 were Candida parapsilosis (20%) and 22 were C. krusei (25%) respectively (Table 1). Out of 298 isolates from oronasal swab (HVS), the most common species was C. Albicans followed by C. tropicalis, C. glabrata, Candida parapsilosis and C. krusei. Among the 16 urine samples, the most common species was C. Albicans followed by C. tropicalis, C. glabrata, and C. krusei were isolated.
STANDARDIZATION OF MICROPROPAGATION TECHNIQUE OF MULBERRY (MORUS ALBA L.)
Authors: SWARNAM SWARNABH , MAJID WANI AFAQ
Published: January 2024

A standardization of protocol for rapid multiplication of mulberry (Morus alba L.) was established in vitro using nodal explant excised from hydroponically grown mature mulberry plants. Shoot initiation was induced on Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium supplemented with different concentrations of (BAP) 6- Benzyl amino purine. Effect of different concentration of 6- Benzyl amino purine was studied on multiplication of shoot, revealed that elongated shoots (2-3 cm) were cultured on half strength MS medium supplemented with (IBA) indole-3-butyric acid. Higher percentage of shoot initiation (90%) was observed on MS medium supplemented with 2 mg/l 6-bezyl amino purine. Initiated shoots gave a higher average number of shoots and elongation was observed when it was subcultured on MS medium supplemented with 1.4 mg/l 6-bezyl amino purine. A maximum percentage of root formation (70%) was observed when elongated shoots were subcultured on half strength MS medium containing 1.3 mg/l indole-3-butyric acid. Rooted plants transferred to pots containing sterile FYM, garden soil and sand (1:1:1) for acclimatization in green house showed (75%) survival capacity.
SCREENING OF MICROBIAL CONSORTIA AGAINST SORGHUM CULTIVARS
Authors: Y. KAVYA  , N. TRIMURTULU  , A.VIJAYA GOPAL  , VANI P. MADHU , PRASAD N.V.V.S.D.
Published: January 2024

The study was conducted at ARS, Amaravathi, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, to find the efficiency of different microbial consortia by screening them against sorghum cultivars viz., variety (CSV27) and hybrid (CSH-25). Microbial Consortium 1 (Azotobacter, PSB, KRB, ZnSB and PGP isolate), Microbial Consortium 2 (Azospirillium, PSB, KRB, ZnSB and PGP isolate) and Microbial Consortium 3 (Azotobacter, Azospirillium, PSB, KRB, ZnSB and PGP isolate) were formulated. Variety (CSV-27) and hybrid (CSH-25) of sorghum were used for screening the three types of microbial consortia. CSV-27 was more responsive to three types of microbial consortia compared to control. But for CSH-25 there was no much difference between the microbial consortia inoculated treatments and control. So CSV-27 was used for further pot and field experiments. MC3 and MC2 performed better than MC1 . Plant height, shoot dry weight, root dry weight, PGPR population of microbial consortia, available nutrient content and nutrient uptake of CSV-27 and CSH25 were significantly highest in T4 (Microbial Consortium -3) followed by T3 (Microbial Consortium -2), T2 (Microbial Consortium -1). So Microbial Consortium -2 and Microbial Consortium -3 were screened as comparatively better and utilized for further experiments
FIELD EVALUATION OF FUNGICIDES FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF CERCOSPORA LEAF SPOT IN BLACKGRAM
Authors: MATH RANGANATHSWAMY , RATHAVA ARJUNSINH , DABHI M.R.
Published: January 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of different fungicides on the management of Cercospora leaf spot in black gram. The investigation was carried out for two years at experimental field of College of Agriculture, A.A.U., Jabugam, Gujarat. The experiment was laid out in randomized block design (RBD ) with three replications. Fungicides were applied two times at 15 days interval after initiation of disease and results showed that among the tested treatments including control, Hexaconazole @ 0.1 % recorded a much lower per cent disease index (17.85%) which was at par with Azoxystrobin 23 SC @ 0.023% (17.93%) and they were significantly superior over control. The maximum mean grain yield was recorded from plots treated with Azoxystrobin 23 SC @ 0.023% (1817 kg/ha) followed by Hexaconazole 5 EC @ 0.1% (1698 kg/ha), while lowest mean grain yield (1256 kg/ha) was obtained from untreated control plots.
SENSORY EVALUATION AND NUTRIENT COMPOSITION OF ‘MUFFIN’ PREPARED BY GERMINATED QUINOA FLOUR (CHENOPODIUM QUINOA WILD), SESAME SEED AND OATS
Authors: TIRKEY IRA ANJALI , PAUL VIRGINIA
Published: January 2024

Germination is a widely used technique for increasing the nutritional value of cereals and grains. Germination has long been thought to be a low-cost and effective way to boost antioxidant capacity and increase the bioavailability of essential minerals and vitamins. Quinoa is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Unlike cereals, quinoa seeds contain all essential amino acids and has high biological value. The process to obtain Germinated Quinoa flour was done by soaking and germinating methods.The grains wereproperly washed and soaked in water for 12 h then germinated foranother 24h in fresh water after washing the soaked seeds properly to drain out the saponins and other antinutritional factors. This study was conducted to examine the effects on sensory properties, nutrient and antioxidant content of Muffin prepared by incorporation of Germinated Quinoa flour, Sesame seeds and Oats in different proportion. Three different types of treatments were prepared by incorporating Germinated Quinoa Flour ranging from 20g, 30g and 40g, Oats flour ranging from 15g, 20g, 25g, and 2g of Sesame seed was also incorporated which remained constant in all three treatments along with control made of 100g of Whole Wheat flour. The products were evaluated for sensory attributes based on 9 Point Hedonic Score. The results suggested that Muffin incorporated in the ratio of (50:30:20:2) T2 was liked very much. Whereas, Muffin incorporated in the ratio of (65:20:15:2) T1 was liked moderately and Muffin incorporated in the ratio of (35:40:25:2) T3 was liked the least and resulted in decreased mean score of Overall Acceptability. The data obtained for Proximate Analysis, Mineral and Antioxidant content was done by using AOAC methods. Differences among the Sensory Score and nutrient content of the developed food product was done by using various Statistical Analysis methods like ANOVA, CD and ‘t’ test. The nutritional composition of the best treatment (T2 ) resulted to be higher than that of control (T0 ). The best treatment of Quinoa Muffin had the moisture content of 26.6%, and ash content of 1.8 g per 100 g and protein content of 18.8g per 100g. Fat content was 30.6g per 100g, fiber content was 5.2g per 100g, carbohydrate content as 165.46g per 100g and the energy content was 1012.44 Kcal. Quinoa Muffin also contained 118.01mg of Calcium per 100g and 7.3mg of Iron per 100g. The cost of the dry ingredients for preparing Quinoa Muffin per 100g were Rs.35.42 for T0 , Rs.60.98 for T1 , Rs.66.83 for T2 and Rs.72.72 for T3 . Thus, it can be concluded that incorporation of Germinated Quinoa Flour, Oats and Sesame Seeds can be utilized for preparation of different food products which enhances the Nutritional Content and improves Sensory Acceptability
OPTIMIZING IRRIGATION SCHEDULES ON CHILLI CROPS UNDER DRIP IRRIGATION IN WESTERN UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA
Authors: KUMAR RAM , MISHRA RAJAT , SINGH PADAM , MISHRA DEEPAK KUMAR , PAL RAMESH , SINGH P.V.
Published: January 2024

This study conducted at the College of Agriculture Sciences and Engineering, IFTM University in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, investigated the impact of different drip irrigation levels on growth, yield, water use efficiency (WUE), and economic outcomes of Chilli crop. The study found that T2, involving 2 hours of drip irrigation every two days, yielded the best results across all parameters. T5, which utilized furrow irrigation, had the lowest values across all parameters. Specifically, T2 demonstrated the highest net return of 136,160 Rs/ha, while T5 had the lowest return of 81,080 Rs/ha. The benefit-cost ratio (BCR) was also highest at 2.30 for T2, indicating its economic viability, whereas T5 had the lowest BCR at 1.81. The study highlights that combining drip irrigation with effective soil moisture management significantly influences Chilli cultivation, leading to improved yield, water conservation, and profitability. This approach proves to be particularly valuable for regions grappling with water scarcity challenges. In simpler terms, the study found that watering tomato plants for 2 hours every two days using drip irrigation is the best way to grow tomatoes in terms of yield, water use efficiency, and economic returns. This approach is especially beneficial for regions with water scarcity
OPTIMIZATION OF SEAWEED FARMING AREAS IN SUMBA ISLAND, EAST NUSA TENGGARA PROVINCE
Authors: BESSIE DONNY MERCYS , L. TISERA WILSON , AMIN MUHAMAD , JENY NINA , LAPINANGGA  , R. T. TISERA VANIA , PESULIMA WELMA
Published: January 2024

Seaweed is the main commodity of East Nusa Tenggara Province and is the belle of marine aquaculture in coastal communities. In the last decade, seaweed farming has been an economic activity that is of great interest to the people of the coast of Sumba Island. The dominant types of seaweed farming there are Kapppahycus alvarezii and Kappahycus striatum. Sumba Island has the potential for seaweed farming of 17,752 ha and only 42.86% has been utilized, with a production of 5,433,440.90 wet tons. Seaweed farming activities were chosen because of their advantages: a relatively short harvest period of 45 days, easy access to farming equipment, easy farming at low cost, and the availability of a market. Besides being easy to farm, the selling price is very good. These conditions have resulted in a large number of farming activities and their spread is poorly controlled and has even penetrated into conservation areas. This study aimed to examine the suitability of areas and the carrying capacity of waters in efforts to manage sustainable seaweed farming on the island of Sumba. Data collection methods used in this research were surveys and observation methods. The results showed that the suitability of seaweed farming areas in Sumba Island was categorized as Suitable and Very Suitable with a value range of 205 – 295, except for Pero Konda Waters which was categorized as Not Suitable so that it was not recommended for seaweed farming. The development of seaweed farming areas is still possible by taking into account the carrying capacity, with a maximum tolerance limit of 75% of the total area of suitable waters.
EFFECTIVENESS OF ISSRS TO DETERMINE THE GENETIC RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN THIRTY SPECIES FROM ELEVEN GENERA OF BAMBOO
Authors: BAHULIKAR RAHUL A. , SAGAR S. JADE  , BEDEKAR HEMANT
Published: January 2024

The identification of bamboo is traditionally dependent on vegetative characters due to its long and unpredictable flowering cycle. Molecular techniques are suited and consistent for resolving the genetic relationship between bamboo species and that was studied among 30 species from 11 genera using ISSRs markers. Thirteen ISSR primers revealed 305 polymorphic loci among the accessions Polymorphic information content and ISSR primer index ranged from 0.26 to 0.40 and 4.77 to 9.91 respectively. The Neighbour-Joining dendrogram of 30 species resulted in two major groups. all species of Bambusa were grouped in cluster I along with three species of Dendrocalamus, the remaining species of Dendrocalamus were distributed in cluster II along with nine other bamboo genera. This study supports the monophyletic origin of Bambusa and the paraphyletic origin of the genus Dendrocalamus.
DEVELOPMENT OF FRUIT LEATHER BY BLENDING PAPAYA AND APPLE
Authors: SUPRIYA KOWLURI , ARORA PUNEET , DAVID JOHN , KUMAR NAKKA CHARAN
Published: January 2024

The present experiment entitled “Development of fruit leather by blending of Papaya and Apple” was carried out in food technology lab, department of Dairy technology, Sam Higginbottom University of Agricultural technology and science, during summer session 2022-2023. The experiment was laid out in Random block design (RBD) with 4 treatment and 5 replications. The different treatment combinations were prepared, i.e; T (100% Papaya + 0% Apple), T (90% Papaya + 10% Apple), T(80% Papaya + 20% Apple), T(70% Papaya + 30% Apple) During the preparation of fruit leather, papaya and apple pulp were added in ratio 100:0, 90:10, 80:20 and 70:30. Control sample was not added with Apple pulp. The treatments were evaluated for various organoleptic characteristic, physico-chemical parameters, nutritional value analysis and microbial evaluation. After sensory evaluation fruit leather having T1 (90:10) was found to have highest overall acceptability score of 8.70. On the basis of physico-chemical analysis the development of fruit leather sample has moisture content 17.78%, total solids (82.52%). Carbohydrate (78.21%), protein (0.53%), fat (0.47%), ash (1.65%), dietary fiber (2.14%) and acidity (1.14%) is highest. On the basis of minerals analysis shown vitamin-C (58.63%). On the basis of textural profile analysis hardness (8.98%), Cohesiveness (0.34%), Adhesiveness (3.34%), gumminess (4.64%) and chewiness (7.13%).
Legal Protection of Traditional Cultural Expressions “Penginyongan” in Banyumas Regency Based on Law No.28 of 2014 concerning Copyright
Authors: Niswah Eva Mir'atun
Published: January 2024

Traditional Cultural Expressions (TCE) in Penginyongan are diverse and unique. The uniqueness of Penginyongan culture has distinguished between the Javanese Palace culture (Keraton) and Ngapak culture. This condition makes cultural expressions more tangible to the community as folk art. The protection of TCE in Article 38 of Law No. 28 of 2014 on Copyright mandates the state to inventory existing TCE. However, only a tiny part of Penginyongan TCE in Banyumas Regency has been recorded, namely cowongan and begalan. This research uses a qualitative approach with normative juridical. Institutionalisation in protecting Intellectual Property Rights in Banyumas Regency can be seen in terms of legal substance, structure, and culture. In terms of legal substance, the protection of TEE is shown by the laws and regulations that protect it, although there is no specific law for the protection of TEE. Regarding legal structure, TCE protection in Banyumas Regency is carried out by Dinporabudpar (Department of Youth, Sport, Culture, and Tourism). Still, it has limitations, including in efforts to register Communal Intellectual Property Rights. In terms of legal culture, the protection of TCE in Banyumas Regency has obstacles related to the existing ‘speech’ culture.
A técnica dos quantis para a precipitação pluviométrica do Sertão do Pajeú, em Pernambuco, Brasil
Authors: Nascimento Gabriela Isabel Limoeiro Alves , Cunha Filho Moacyr
Published: January 2024

Mudanças no comportamento da precipitação pluviométrica afetam o ciclo hidrológico e consequentemente os recursos hídricos. Em casos de mudanças climáticas extremas, o impacto está relacionado às alterações nos recursos hídricos, a ocorrência de inundações e secas mais severas e frequentes. Nesse sentido, estudar os impactos das modificações climáticas sobre os recursos hídricos, é estratégico para a elaboração e fortalecimento de políticas públicas. A presente pesquisa teve como objetivo caracterizar, através da técnica dos quantis, a precipitação pluviométrica no Sertão do Pajeú – Pernambuco/BR. Para tal, foram coletadas informações dos postos pluviométricos da região, no período de 1993 a 2022. Os períodos chuvosos no território ocorreram entre os meses de janeiro a maio, e que a normal climatológica foi de 80,62mm. Com relação à técnica dos quantis, 5 anos foram considerados como “muito seco” e 6 anos como “seco”. Ademais, a técnica foi eficaz comparando tal identificação com relação aos anos de surgimento do Fenômeno El Niño Oscilação Sul (ENOS). Desta forma, conclui-se que o estudo fornece subsídios para as políticas públicas relacionadas às questões hídricas da região.
A contribuição da educação permanente na qualificação do trabalho do profissional de saúde: uma revisão de escopo
Authors: Ribeiro Elaine Rossi , Moreira Caroline Choptian Rodrigues , Lemos Isabelle Lima , Sebben Nathalia , Taques Paola Piekarski , Santos Tatheanne dos
Published: January 2024

A Educação Permanente em Saúde (EPS) é uma política pública em saúde implementada no Brasil como estratégia para a formação e desenvolvimento de profissionais de saúde e deve ser entendida como educação pelo trabalho, no trabalho e com o trabalho. Assim, o objetivo do presente estudo é mapear o que a literatura revela sobre a contribuição da Educação Permanente na qualificação do trabalho do profissional de saúde através de uma revisão de escopo. Uma busca extensa por artigos em bases de dados foi realizada utilizando a estratégia de pesquisa “continuing education AND personal health AND health care”. Foram encontrados 1898 artigos, que passaram por um criterioso processo de leitura e seleção. Ao final, 8 estudos compõem a amostra final desta revisão. A análise desses textos apresentou diferentes perspectivas e evidências relacionadas ao tema, relacionando-se com o papel da EPS no desenvolvimento profissional e a implementação eficaz dos programas de EPS, tendo em vista a importante transformação do trabalho em saúde proporcionada pela EPS.
Alterações genéticas no DNA mitocondrial e genótipos GSTM1/GSTT1 em portadores de oftalmoplegia externa crônica progressiva
Authors: Ferreira Ana Carla Dantas , Anselmo Fernanda Cozendey , Ferreira Natália Santos , Freitas Noeme Henriques , Lima Emersom Silva , Ramasawmy Rajendranath , Moura Neto José Pereira de
Published: January 2024

A oftalmoplegia externa crônica progressiva (OECP) é uma doença mitocondrial associada a clínicas como ptose, fraqueza muscular proximal e disfagia progressiva. Nosso trabalho objetivou determinar alterações genéticas e marcadores laboratoriais do DNAmt em uma família de pacientes portadores da OECP. Um total de 5 pacientes e 27 voluntários da mesma família participaram do estudo. Alterações no DNAmt foram investigadas por sequenciamento gênico de Sanger e os genótipos para GST por PCR multiplex. Sete mutações pontuais no DNAmt foram demonstradas em 3 pacientes e em 1 familiar. O genótipo GSTM1 nulo foi demonstrado em 14 familiares e em 2 pacientes, enquanto o genótipo GSTT1 nulo em 1 familiar. Novas mutações relacionadas a OECP foram encontradas que podem melhorar o acompanhamento e tratamento dos pacientes, além de contribuir para o estabelecimento de subfenótipos específicos desta doença. Cumpre ressaltar que este foi o primeiro trabalho na literatura que discorre sobre provável correlação dos genótipos da GST com a gravidade clínica em pacientes diagnosticados com a doença mitocondrial OECP.
Clinical and molecular characterization of patients with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia from two different regions of Brazil
Authors: Jamel Aline Sampaio , De Paula Erich Vinicius , Hayakawa Gabriela Góes Yamaguti Hayakawa , Fraiji Nelson Abrahim , Moura Neto José Pereira de
Published: January 2024

Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) is a vascular dysplasia characterized hemorrhagic diseases described in consensus clinical diagnostic criteria (Curaçao). We describe the clinical and molecular characteristics of HHT patients from two different geographic regions of Brazil (São Paulo and Manaus). Demographic and clinical data were obtained from the electronic medical records and molecular analysis was performed by Sanger sequencing. We present here the first clinical characterization concomitantly with a molecular study of patients with THH in Brazil. These clinical characterizations may reveal differences in the molecular pathophysiology of HHT in Brazil - that our phenotypic database opens the way to be studied, or indicate limitations in the care of these patients, who need a multidisciplinary attention to prevent and treat the complications of this condition. Our results, combined with our previous data with patients presenting mutation rate to 93,75% (n=15/16) in Brazilians patients with a confirmed clinical diagnosis. Also emphasize the higher numbers of intronic mutations and three large deletions 5ÙTR regions and the predominance of ACVRL1 over ENG mutations.
Susceptibilidade das células beta-pancreáticas ao SARS-CoV-2: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Nunes Anna Cláudia , Anna Lucinda Truyts Lima Vaz Guimarães  , Ciro Ferrari de Souza  , Igor de Oliveira Freire Monteiro  , Jean Carlos Pacheco Nepe  , Júlia de Oliveira Machado  , Lucas Felippe do Carmo Miranda  , Pedro Henrique Rosa Nogueira  , Renan Felipe Franco Moura  , Vinícius Costa da Silva  , Renato Rizo Ventura
Published: January 2024

Introdução: A pandemia causada pela SARS-CoV-2 trouxe inúmeros desafios à sociedade, gerando uma enorme carga global de saúde em busca de sua compreensão. Sabe-se que a SARS-CoV-2 possui manifestações que vão além do acometimento respiratório. Ao longo do tempo, o conhecimento acerca dos mecanismos e tropismos do vírus se modificou, permitindo uma maior compreensão da fisiopatologia da COVID-19. Acerca do potencial acometimento endócrino causado pelo SARS-CoV-2, é possível observar que as células beta-pancreáticas são suscetíveis à infecção pelo vírus, sendo válida a investigação acerca de tal correlação. Por tal motivo, procuramos estabelecer essa relação entre a infecção pelo SARS-CoV-2 e seus efeitos sobre as células beta pancreáticas.
Metodologia: As buscas foram realizadas com palavras-chave definidas, encontrando estudos indexados no banco de dados eletrônicos PubMed.
Resultado: Após a leitura completa dos 63 artigos selecionados por meio dos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, foi possível observar que 42 retratam algum grau de susceptibilidade das células beta-pancreáticas à infecção por SARS-Cov-2. O presente trabalho procurou demonstrar que a infecção pelo SARS-CoV-2 está intimamente relacionada com efeitos deletérios às células beta pancreáticas.
Conclusão: Através da revisão dos artigos selecionados, chegamos à conclusão de que o SARS-CoV-2 é um vírus que acomete o corpo humano de diversas maneiras diferentes, podendo gerar Diabetes Mellitus (DM) caso afete o funcionamento das células β. Ressaltamos a importância de mais estudos na área, visto que as consequências da pandemia do COVID-19 acompanharão a humanidade por um longo tempo, sendo de extrema relevância para a prática médica dos próximos anos.
The ACDEA and STAD techniques in the development of grade 9 student learning achievement on literature value analysis
Authors: Lachum Jetsadakorn , Intasena Autthapon
Published: January 2024

The primary aims of the study were twofold: firstly, to examine the impact of employing the ACDEA (Assessment, Collaboration, Discussion, Exploration, and Analysis) and STAD (Student Teams Achievement Divisions) techniques on the academic performance of ninth-grade students in the analysis of literary values; and secondly, to evaluate the level of satisfaction among students regarding these pedagogical approaches. For this research, 26 grade 9 students from a public school in Thailand were selected through cluster random sampling. To collect data and measure outcomes, an integrated ACDEA and STAD learning management plan was employed, along with a literature evaluation achievement test and a satisfaction questionnaire. The gathered data underwent analysis using various statistical measures, including percentage, mean score, standard deviation, t-test, and effectiveness index, with the effectiveness criterion set at 80/80. The results of the study revealed that the combination of ACDEA and STAD techniques served as an effective learning management plan for the literature value analysis class. Students demonstrated notable improvements in their learning achievements as a result of the collaborative learning approach. Additionally, the students reported high levels of satisfaction with the learning experiences provided by this instructional strategy. The study's contributions to the field of education are significant, as they provide empirical evidence supporting the implementation of ACDEA in language classrooms. Moreover, the collaborative learning model employed in this research holds potential implications for other classes with similar learner characteristics, thereby offering a valuable and practical pedagogical approach.
Ownership structures, company size and age, and sustainable development goals are disclosed in the annual report: Is it acceptable to investors? (Survey among publicly listed companies in Indonesia)
Authors: Pratama Arie , Yadiati Winwin , Jaenudin Edi
Published: January 2024

The point of this study is to look into how much information about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that shows how companies support global goals is included in their annual reports. It will also look into whether the type of company and its ownership structure affect how much information about the SDGs is included in financial reports. This study also tested whether SDG disclosures influence firm value. Analyzing companies listed on Indonesian stock exchanges will be the method of conducting this research. This study uses secondary data in the form of disclosure information from annual company reports. The data will be further analyzed using content analysis with a matrix referring to SDG reporting in annual reports. The data were described using descriptive statistics and analyzed using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) and Path analysis. This research showed that company size and company age positively influence SDG disclosure. The higher the ownership concentration in the company, the better the SDG disclosure, and the SDG disclosure positively influences firm value. This research showed that the level of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) disclosure among Indonesian companies is currently limited. This research also discovered that companies with greater complexity tend to provide more comprehensive information about their SDG efforts. It is important to focus on improving SDG disclosure among newer companies with lower ownership concentrations. Lastly, this research also indicates a connection between SDG reporting and company value, but the impact of this connection is relatively minor.
Determined to be resilient: Analysis of the well-being of people with disabilities (People of determination) in Abu Dhabi during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Badri Masood , Alkhaili Mugheer , Aldhaheri Hamad , Yang Guang , Albahar Muna , Yaaqeib Saad , Alrashdi Asma
Published: January 2024

This study examines whether people with disabilities report different COVID-19-related challenges and adverse impacts on their psychological well-being compared to people without disabilities. During the pandemic, most people, including those with disabilities, faced strict rules of movement restriction and isolation that might have resulted in certain psychological feelings, challenges, and social reactions. Data were gathered through the 3rd cycle of the Abu Dhabi Quality of Life Survey conducted in 2021, which included 1,954 respondents who categorized themselves as having some disabilities. Through descriptive analysis, t-tests, and analysis of variance, this study indicated a significantly higher level of fear, loneliness, and stress among people with disabilities during the pandemic. There were also significant findings related to the impact of new technologies on the quality of life of people with disabilities. For all psychological wellbeing concerns, challenges, and reactions, significant differences were observed regarding gender, marital status, education attainment, nationality, and age of people with disabilities, but not to a large extent. The findings were discussed in light of international and regional literature and provided a resource for social policymakers to identify gaps in disability services. Finally, policy recommendations and future research directions were summarized and discussed, while the limitations of this study were acknowledged.
Desenvolvimento Sustentável através da Gestão da Qualidade na Produção de Alimentos
Authors: CHINELATE GERLA CASTELLO BRANCO , BERNADINO FILHO RAIMUNDO , ARAUJO ALBERTO EINSTEIN PEREIRA , SILVA SUZANA PEDROZA , BERGER LUCIA RAQUEL RAMOS
Published: January 2024

Este livro reúne os trabalhos aprovados no 6° Encontro de Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos (6° ECTAL), organizado pelo curso de Engenharia de Alimentos da UFAPE. Os trabalhos estão organizados nas modalidades de pesquisa e revisão de literatura distribuídos conforme os eixos temáticos do evento, que incluíram as áreas: Análises físicas, químicas e físico e/ou químicas dos alimentos; Bioquímica e biotecnologia de alimentos; Desenvolvimento e processamento de alimentos de origem animal, vegetal e/ou bebidas; Engenharia de alimentos e automação de processos; Gestão ambiental dos resíduos na indústria de alimentos; Higiene,legislação e segurança dos alimentos; Microbiologia de alimentos e análise sensorial. Esperamos que apreciem a leitura dos trabalhos aqui apresentados!
Um panorama sobre as principais afecções da saúde mental na população idosa
Authors: Lucas Daiana Zubko , Da Silva Márcio Robério Alves
Published: January 2024

É possível entender o envelhecimento como um processo biopsicossocial intrínseco ao desenvolvimento humano, tende a representar um reflexo direto das relações sociais. O corpo jovem é relacionado à autonomia e obtenção de satisfação, por outro lado, a velhice é produto de alterações fisiológicas e bioquímicas complexas a culminar no comprometimento relativo e progressivo da autonomia individual, impactar no estilo de vida, saúde mental e a percepção individual quanto a sociedade e a si mesmo, e tal imagem não costuma ser objeto de anseio social. Sendo o envelhecimento populacional uma consequência às mudanças de indicadores de saúde, demanda-se um conjunto de modificações em políticas públicas galgando a robustez nos processos de promoção, proteção e democratização universalizada em saúde. Sob a ocelar da Geriatria, saúde do idoso pode ser apontada como a capacidade funcional máxima pelo maior tempo alcançável, entendendo que para as projeções das Nações Unidas, a população idosa aumentará de 3,1% em 1970 para 19% em 2050, o papel da Atenção Primária à Saúde-APS será cada vez mais determinante, uma vez que é o nível de assistência mais próximo dos idosos, sua realidade de vida, cotidiano individual e familiar, bem como das agruras mais prevalentes nesses indivíduos. As intervenções multidisciplinares são capazes de estabelecer um meio para que o acompanhamento dessa população seja mais eficaz, bem como pode auxiliar no processo terapêutico e preventivo, assim tornando o idoso um alvo de políticas de saúde promotoras da autonomia, participação social, e integralidade da assistência.
Gestão de políticas públicas educacionais para o ensino médio integrado
Authors: Pereira Filho Francisco de Assis , Ribeiro Maria Edilene da Silva
Published: January 2024

Este estudo tem como principal objetivo analisar os princípios duais contidos nos documentos que compõe a contrarreforma do Ensino Médio Integrado (EMI) no Brasil. Para tanto, como referencial teórico e metodológico, optamos pelo materialismo histórico-dialético na intenção de investigar este objeto por uma perspectiva histórica, compreendendo os conflitos e interesses que influenciam diretamente a elaboração de tais documentos. Realizou-se o estudo documental cujas fontes foram as legislações que pautam a Reforma do EMI e estudo teórico para fundamentar as abordagens. Para tanto, fizemos um resgate histórico das reformas educacionais voltadas ao ensino médio integrado no país, bem como refletimos sobre os propósitos da contrarreforma do Ensino Médio e a Base Nacional Comum Curricular. Nesse resgaste histórico, adotamos como categoria estruturante a dualidade que sempre esteve presente na educação básica nacional, principalmente em sua etapa final, entre cultura geral e cultura técnica; e formação acadêmica/academicista e formação para o mundo produtivo.
Políticas públicas de educação: panorama da educação conectada no estado do Pará, Amazônia
Authors: Ramos Eriston Pereira , Dutra Edivaldo Rodrigues , Cordeiro Yvens Ely Martins , E Souza Alexandre Augusto Cals
Published: January 2024

Este artigo tem por objetivo apresentar um estudo documental da análise da implantação do processo de constituição do Programa de Inovação Educação Conectada (ProIEC), que teve início em 2017 e tornou-se Política de Inovação Educação Conectada (PIEC), em 2021. A pesquisa tem proposta metodológica de cunho bibliográfico e documental, onde buscou-se evidenciar, através de estudos, a legislação que embasou a normatização do Programa como o Plano Nacional de Educação (PNE), Lei nº 13.003, de 25 de junho de 2014, o Decreto nº 9.204, 23 de novembro de 2017 e a Lei nº 14.180, de 01 de julho de 2021. Neste artigo foi discutido com base teórica nos principais autores: Libâneo, 2012; Neto, 2015; Arzabe, 2006; Reis, 2014; Carvalho e Silva, 2014; Sales et al, 2014. Assim, a PIEC que é baseada na incorporação de tecnologias digitais no ambiente educacional, surge como uma possibilidade de superar barreiras geográficas e proporcionar experiências de aprendizagem enriquecedoras. Através do presente estudo, observou-se que a constituição da PIEC significou avanço na proposta de conectar as Escolas paraenses.
Inclusão educacional de alunos com Transtorno do Espectro Autista na pandemia: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Lima Neto Alexandre Moura , De Aguiar Alessandra Anchieta Moreira Lima , Da Silva Ellery Henrique Barros , Madureira Amanda Silva , Marinho Pedro Leandro Lima , De Almeida Natalie Maria de Oliveira , Mello Artur Guedes da Fonseca , Milhomem Maria José Carvalho de Sousa
Published: January 2024

Este trabalho objetivou investigar como vem ocorrendo a educação de estudantes autistas no cenário da pandemia de Covid-19, no que se refere ao funcionamento do processo escolar por meio das aulas remotas. Os caminhos metodológicos foram inicialmente os pressupostos teóricos de Schmdit (2014), (Kenyon; Kenyon; Miguel, 2002), entre outros, que discutem a questão do autismo, assim como, os principais Dispositivos Legais brasileiros que orientam a educação nesse cenário (BRASIL, 1996, 2008, 2012, 2015, 2020). Em uma segunda etapa organizou-se uma revisão integrativa de literatura com três artigos atuais, todos do ano de 2020, que discorrem acerca da temática, aqui no Brasil. Como resultados foi possível inferir algumas dificuldades no processo de educação remota dos estudantes com TEA, mas é válido lembrar que tem ocorrido um esforço em conjunto de família, professores e profissionais da área para tornar exequível este processo.
A influência do método pilates solo na autoestima de mulheres idosas
Authors: De Melo Cristina Carvalho , Noce Franco , De Carvalho Luiza Mello , Boletini Tatiana Lima
Published: January 2024

Este estudo tem como objetivo analisar a influência do pilates solo na autoestima de mulheres idosas praticantes e não praticantes de pilates, utilizando como instrumento o questionário de autoestima de Rosenberg. A amostra foi composta por 100 mulheres com idade ≥ 60 anos, sendo Grupo 1 (G1) idosas que praticavam pilates solo três vezes por semana e Grupo 2 (G2) idosas que não praticavam pilates. O tratamento dos dados incluiu uma análise descritiva e, para a comparação da autoestima entre os dois grupos e suas variáveis, foi utilizado Teste T, Anova e Mann-Whitney. Os resultados apontaram que idosas do G1 possuem maior autoestima (p=0,003). Em relação a idade, também foi observado uma maior autoestima nas idosas de 70 a 79 anos do G1 (p=0,004) e as idosas do G1 com  escolaridade mínima apontaram elevação na autoestima do G1 (p=0,005). Apesar do estado civil das idosas, de ambos os grupos não ter influenciado a autoestima, foi observado que ter filhos se relacionou à autoestima das mulheres do G1 (p= 0,002). Concluindo assim que a prática de pilates solo pode influenciar na melhora da autoestima de mulheres idosas.
Conhecimento especializado de professores de química: visão epistemológica na transposição do modelo MTSK
Authors: Soares Susel Taís , Calcanhoto Karla Katherine Nascimento , Dantas Larissa Kely , Lourenço Abner Eliezer , Ribeiro Marcel Thiago Damasceno
Published: January 2024

O modelo teórico Mathematics Teacher’s Specialized Knowledge (MTSK), que corresponde ao Conhecimento Especializado de Professores de Matemática, tem sido não somente o referencial teórico em pesquisas de ensino e aprendizagem de Matemática, mas também, devido sua especialização, como modelo de referência para outras áreas de conhecimento, como a Física, Química, Biologia, Português, História, entre outras. O objetivo deste artigo é debater a utilização do modelo teórico MTSK como referencial teórico na proposta de modelos para outras áreas de conhecimentos como a Química, baseado na epistemologia dessas duas ciências. Como método assume-se a pesquisa qualitativa, e sua classificação em relação aos objetivos a abordagem explicativa e em relação aos procedimentos técnicos a abordagem bibliográfica. Desta forma, o desenvolvimento do artigo se inicia com apresentação do modelo teórico da Matemática, incluindo a visão epistemológica atribuída pelos pesquisadores na proposição deste modelo. Posteriormente, apresenta-se o modelo do Conhecimento Especializado de Professores de Química (CTSK) proposto a partir do MTSK. Por fim, finaliza-se com a visão epistemológica que possibilitou esta transposição entre os modelos sem perder o caráter especializado para ambas as áreas.
Saúde do trabalhador trans: uma revisão sistemática
Authors: Bender Mariluza Sott , Beranger Kethllen Stephanie , Paz Ingre , Siqueira Débora , Pohl Hildegard Hedwig , Garcia Edna Linhares , Valim Andreia Rosane de Moura , Renner Jane Dagmar Pollo , Saraiva Eduardo Steindorf
Published: January 2024

Apesar da transexualidade não ser mais considerada doença, o preconceito e a estigmatização ainda são empecilhos para o acesso e permanência do trabalhador trans no mercado de trabalho formal. Nesse sentido, tomou-se como problema de pesquisa: Que discussões científicas são realizadas sobre a saúde do trabalhador trans? O objetivo foi sistematizar as evidências científicas que caracterizam a saúde do trabalhador trans. Como metodologia elencou-se a revisão sistemática da literatura. As buscas ocorreram nas bases de dados Pubmed e Scopus. Os resultados apontam a incipiência de estudos sobre a saúde do trabalhador trans e o fato de que, apesar das estatísticas referirem que grande parte das pessoas trans trabalham com a prostituição, a maioria dos trabalhos incluídos referem-se ao contexto de trabalho formal. Foram discutidos os fatores que dificultam a permanência das pessoas trans no mercado de trabalho formal, e a importância de dar visibilidade às questões que mantém um grande número de pessoas trans no mercado de trabalho informal, principalmente na prostituição. Conclui-se que é de suma relevância a implementação de políticas equitativas que garanta às pessoas trans o direito ao trabalho formal. Também reforça-se a necessidade de trabalhos de educação em saúde, a fim de abordar e desmistificar as concepções arraigadas sobre a diversidade humana e a diversidade de gênero.
Pregnant women's knowledge about "developmental programming" and the importance of the 1000 days for the long-term health of the baby
Authors: Pinto Renata Machado , Aboud Arthur Adib Nery , Macedo Rafael Mendonça , Matos Arthur Ferreira , De Lima Filho Eduardo Menezes , Diniz Gabriel Caetano
Published: January 2024

"Developmental Programming" (DP) refers to the long-term health effect determined by environmental exposures during the child's first 1000 days. This study aimed to determine pregnant women's knowledge about DP and compare the degree of knowledge with clinical and sociodemographic variables. This cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted through a questionnaire for pregnant women. Statistical analysis was performed with the SPSS 26.0 program, with a significance level of 5%. The questionnaire addressed the concept of DP, risk factors during pregnancy and postpartum, and habits during the first two years of the baby's life. Seventy-eight pregnant women participated in the research. Most pregnant women were unaware of 1.000 days (94.9%) and DP (89.7%). Four items that may have an unfavorable influence on the DP and that obtained ≤50% of correct answers were: "cesarean-section," breastfeeding< six months," "cow's milk<1 year," and quick "catch-up" of low birthweight babies. Pregnant women with higher education scored better on the concept of DP. Pregnant women with income > 2 minimum wages scored better on the idea of 1.000 days and the harmful influence of "Stress," "Goodies," and "non-breastfeeding." Regarding the gestational trimester, women in the first trimester had less knowledge about many items. The multiparous women scored better on the themes "catch-up," "cesarean section," and "non-breastfeeding." We conclude that DP is still little known by pregnant women in general. However, pregnant women with more advanced pregnancies, multiparous women, and those with higher education and higher income scored better in some items.We emphasize the need to improve pregnant women's knowledge of the factors that interfere with DP, focusing on how healthy habits can impact the health of their future child until adulthood. The approach to this issue should occur in prenatal consultations with the obstetrician and at least one consultation with a pediatrician during the prenatal.