bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGENALAN PEMANFAATAN BASIS DATA (DATABASE) PADA MICROSOFT EXCEL PADA KANTOR DESA UNTUK MEMBANTU PENCATATAN DAN PENGELOLAAN DATA
Authors: Arista Artika , Muliawati Anita , Rahayu Tri
Published: March 2024

Abstrak: Pemanfaatan teknologi informasi menjadi penting di era digital. Kantor desa tidak lagi melalukan pelayanan secara manual dengan mencatatkan dan mengolah data menggunakan kertas dan pena. Saat ini, para pegawai di kantor desa juga dituntut dapat memanfaatkan berbagai perangkat digital seperti perangkat lunak Microsoft Excel. Oleh karena itu, tim dari dosen Fakultas Ilmu Komputer UPN Veteran Jakarta berupaya melaksanakan pengenalan pemanfaatan database pada Microsoft Excel sebagai upaya realisasi kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Tujuan kegiatan ini yaitu membantu memberi pengenalan hard skill terkait pemanfaatan database pada Microsoft Excel untuk mencatat dan mengolah data. Kegiatan dilaksanakan melalui metode sosialisasi pemaparan materi. Kegiatan pengabdian ini dilaksanakan di satu mitra yaitu Kantor Desa Rawapanjang dengan melibatkan peserta sebanyak 11 perangkat desa. Pada pre-test pemateri menanyakan fungsi dari beberapa menu yang terdapat pada Microsoft Excel. Pada akhir kegiatan dilakukan pemberian post-test untuk menguji pemahaman peserta melalui tanya jawab secara lisan 5 soal terkait materi yang disampaikan. Berdasarkan hasil pengabdian, diketahui 90% peserta dapat menjawab 5 soal post-test dengan tepat. Sebagai evaluasi dan upaya berkelanjutan akan dilaksanakan pelatihan dan pendampingan implementasi dari konsep pengenalan yang telah dipelajari melalui praktik.Abstract: The use of information technology is important in the digital era. Village offices no longer carry out services manually by recording and processing data using paper and pen. Currently, employees at village offices are also required to be able to utilize various digital tools such as Microsoft Excel software. Therefore, a team of lecturers from the Faculty of Computer Science, UPN Veteran Jakarta, is trying to introduce the use of databases in Microsoft Excel as an effort to realize community service activities. The aim of this activity is to help provide an introduction to hard skills related to using databases in Microsoft Excel to record and process data. Activities are carried out through the socialization method of presenting material. This service activity was carried out at one partner, namely the Rawapanjang Village Office, involving 11 village officials as participants. In the pre-test the speaker asked about the functions of several menus in Microsoft Excel. At the end of the activity, a post-test was given to test participants' understanding through verbal question and answer questions regarding the material presented. Based on the results of the service, it is known that 90% of participants were able to answer the 5 post-test questions correctly. As an evaluation and ongoing effort, training and assistance will be carried out in the implementation of introductory concepts that have been learned through practice.
PEMBERDAYAAN KELOMPOK RAJUT MELALUI DIGITAL MARKETING
Authors: Listiyani Laily Rochmawati , Cahya Agus Dwi , Wijayanti Astuti
Published: March 2024

Abstrak: Abstrak: Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan kemampuan digital marketing kelompok rajut di Desa Wukirsari, Kecamatan Imogiri, Kabupaten Bantul, Yogyakarta. Kemampuan digital marketing sangat penting membantu menjangkau pasar yang lebih luas serta memperkuat hubungan dengan pelanggan. Kegiatan pemberdayaan bagi kelompok rajut diperlukan untuk memaksimalkan potensi bisnis dan meningkatkan inovasi di era digital. Berdasarkan hasil wawancara dengan para perajut ditemukan bahwa perkembangan usaha rajut mengalami kendala dalam promosi dan pemasaran sehingga penjualan tidak sesuai target. Belum ada upaya mitra untuk melakukan pemasaran online dalam bentuk digital marketing karena terbatasnya pengetahuan tentang cara mengelola usaha rajut dan pemasaran secara online. Solusi dari permasalahan tersebut adalah peningkatan kapasitas mitra mengenai digital marketing untuk optimalisasi pemasaran secara online; dan edukasi pemanfaatan teknologi untuk promosi melalui, sosial media. Mitra pada kegiatan ini adalah Ibu-ibu kelompok rajut berjumlah 15 orang. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan berupa (1) sosialisasi; (2) pelatihan; (3) praktik; dan (4) pendampingan. Keberhasilan kegiatan diukur melalui ketercapaian pelaksanaan kegiatan dan kompetensi peserta mengenai digital marketing di akhir kegiatan. Hasil dari kegiatan ini yaitu meningkatnya pengetahuan peserta dalam digital marketing, dibuktikan dengan peningkatan jumlah penjualan produk sebesar 80% melalui media online.Abstract: This community service initiative aims to enhance the digital marketing capabilities of a knitting group in Wukirsari Village, Imogiri Subdistrict, Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta. Proficiency in digital marketing is crucial in reaching a broader market and strengthening customer relationships. Empowering knitting groups is essential to maximize business potential and foster innovation in the digital era. Based on interviews with the knitters, it was found that the knitting business faced challenges in promotion and marketing, resulting in sales falling short of targets. There were no efforts by the partners to engage in online marketing through digital channels due to limited knowledge of managing knitting businesses and online marketing strategies. The solution to these issues involves enhancing the partners' capacity in digital marketing for online marketing optimization and educating them on utilizing technology for promotion through social media. The partners in this initiative are 15 women in the knitting group. The implementation methods include (1) socialization; (2) training; (3) practical exercises; and (4) mentoring. The success of the initiative is measured by the achievement of activity implementation and participants' competence in digital marketing at the end of the initiative. The results of this initiative include an increased knowledge of participants in digital marketing, evidenced by an 80% increase in product sales through online media.
PELATIHAN DAN PENDAMPINGAN PERCAKAPAN BAHASA INGGRIS BAGI PENGURUS KELURAHAN DAN KECAMATAN
Authors: Christina Dian , Amna Shally , Adha Annisha Dyuli
Published: March 2024

Abstak: Kemampuan berbahasa Inggris para pengurus kelurahan dan kecamatan di Padang Timur terbatas, terutama dalam percakapan sehari-hari. Hal ini membuat komunikasi dengan pihak asing menjadi sulit. Tujuan dari PKM ini adalah untuk meningkatkan kemampuan percakapan bahasa Inggris bagi para pengurus Kelurahan dan Kecamatan Padang Timur para camat Padang Timur. Pelatihan dan dukungan percakapan bahasa Inggris melalui lokakarya interaktif. Mitranya meliputi 30 pengelola kecamatan dan kelurahan di Padang Timur. Evaluasi dilakukan melalui pre-test dan post-test. Keterampilan percakapan bahasa Inggris meningkat sebesar 80%, terbukti dengan adanya peningkatan rata-rata skor post-test dibandingkan pretest. Peserta juga mendapatkan kepercayaan diri dalam berkomunikasi sehari-hari dalam bahasa Inggris.Abstract: The English language skills of Kelurahan and Kecamatan administrators in East Padang are limited, especially in daily conversation. This makes communication with foreign parties difficult. The aim of this PKM is to improve the English conversation skills of East Padang sub-district and village administrators. English conversation training and support through interactive workshops. The partners included 30 sub-district and village managers in East Padang. Evaluation was conducted through pre-test and post-test. English conversation skills improved by 80%, as evidenced by an increase in the average posttest score compared to the pretest. Participants also gained confidence in communicating daily in English.
PERANCANGAN SISTEM PEMANENAN AIR HUJAN BEBAS JENTIK UNTUK MEMBATASI PENYEBARAN DEMAM BERDARAH DENGUE
Authors: Muhlisah Nurul , Jusmawandi Jusmawandi
Published: March 2024

Abstrak: Kondisi saat ini air hujan masih dipanen secara tradisional sehingga kualitas air hujan rendah. Tim kami memperkenalkan sistem pemanenan air hujan yang dapat menyaring partikel dan membuang air hujan pertama, sehingga dapat dihasilkan air hujan yang bersih. Namun penampungan air dari sistem pemanenan air hujan sangat potensial menjadi sumber perkembangbiakan jentik nyamuk. Nyamuk bukan saja menyebabkan kotoran tapi juga menyebabkan penyakit salah satunya demam berdarah dengue (DBD). Tujuan kegiatan adalah menangani permasalahan mitra, maka kami melaksanakan pelatihan dan pendampingan perancangan sistem pemanenan air hujan bebas jentik, kegiatan ini diawali dengan kegiatan survei jentik untuk mengetahui kualitas air dan jentik nyamuk di penampungan warga masyarakat Tanama Atas. Setelah itu dilaksanakan pelatihan dan pendampingan pembuatan sistem pemanenan air hujan bebas jentik dengan mempraktekkan langsung pembuatan alat serta memantau dan mendampingi masyarakat dalam pembuatan alat. Setelah kegiatan pengabdian dilaksanakan diharapkan masyarakat dapat menerapkan teknologi di rumah masing-masing sehingga krisis air bersih diatasi dan penyebaran DBD di Kampung Tanama Atas dapat dibatasi.Abstract: The current condition is that rainwater is still harvested traditionally so the quality of rainwater is low. Our team introduced a rainwater harvesting system that can filter particles and remove the first rainwater, so that clean rainwater can be produced. However, water storage from rainwater harvesting systems has the potential to be a source of breeding for mosquito larvae. Mosquitoes not only cause dirt but also cause diseases, one of which is dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF). The aim of the activity is to address partner problems, so we carry out training and assistance in designing a larva-free rainwater harvesting system. This activity begins with a larva survey activity to determine the quality of water and mosquito larvae in the Tanama Atas community shelter. After that, training and assistance was carried out in making a larva-free rainwater harvesting system by directly practicing making tools as well as monitoring and assisting the community in making tools. After the service activities are carried out, it is hoped that the community can apply technology in their homes so that the clean water crisis is overcome and the spread of dengue fever in Tanama Atas Village can be limited.
PEMBERDAYAAN EKONOMI MASYARAKAT BERBASIS TEKNOLOGI IRIGASI TETES DENGAN ENERGI HIJAU PADA KELOMPOK TANI
Authors: Koehuan Verdy A. , Odja Molina Olivia , Peli Yohanes Suban , Nampa I Wayan
Published: March 2024

Abstrak: Program Pemberdayaan Masyarakat oleh Mahasiswa (PMM) bekerja sama dengan mitra kelompok tani Bethesda yang dilaksanakan di lokasi mitra di Desa Penfui Timur, Kecamatan Kupang Tengah, propinsi Nusa Tenggara Timur untuk mendorong peningkatan usaha budidaya produksi tanaman hortikultura. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk melakukan penerapan teknologi Sistem Irigasi Tetes (SIT) dengan energi hijau sebagai sumber energi sistem berupa aplikasi energi surya. Pendampingan kepada anggota kelompok tani Bethesda (15 orang) dan aplikasi penggunaan teknologi tersebut untuk mengatasi persoalan mitra yakni menurunnya tingkat produksi hingga kegagalan panen oleh petani akibat kekeringan. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan adalah melalui focus group discussion (FGD) dan praktik langsung dilapangan tentang teknologi tersebut. Evaluasi melalui kuisioner yang diberikan kepada responden (mitra) sebelum dan sesudah kegiatan untuk melihat presentasi peningkatan kemampuan petani. Hasil kegiatan ini adalah selain produk teknologi pada lokasi mitra, terjadi peningkatan level dan kapasitas petani hingga 85,93 % dengan harapan adanya keberlanjutan teknologi pertanian untuk membantu petani dalam usaha budidaya tanaman hortikultura.Abstract: The Community Empowerment Program by Students (PMM) in collaboration with Bethesda farmer group partners is carried out at partner locations in East Penfui Village, Central Kupang District, East Nusa Tenggara province to encourage increased cultivation of horticultural crop production. This activity aims to implement Drip Irrigation System (SIT) technology with green energy as a system energy source in the form of solar energy applications. Assistance to members of the Bethesda farmer group (15 people) and application of the use of this technology to overcome partners' problems, namely decreasing production levels and crop failure by farmers due to drought. The method of implementing activities is through focus group discussions (FGD) and direct practice in the field regarding this technology. Evaluation through questionnaires given to respondents (partners) before and after the activity to see the presentation of increasing farmers' abilities. The result of this activity is that apart from technology products at partner locations, there has been an increase in the level and capacity of farmers by up to 85.93% with the hope of sustainable agricultural technology to help farmers in cultivating horticultural crops.
PENGUATAN PERAN SOCIAL SUPPORT IBU HAMIL SEBAGAI UPAYA MEWUJUDKAN KEHAMILAN DAN PERSALINAN YANG SEHAT
Authors: Duhita Fitra , Sari Catur Anita , Kartikasari Dian
Published: March 2024

Abstrak: Dukungan sosial memberikan dampak positif bagi kesehatan seseorang, termasuk juga pada ibu hamil. Ibu hamil dengan dukungan sosial yang baik cenderung lebih siap secara psikologi dan mengalami penyulit kehamilan minimal, sehingga keturunan yang dihasilkan dalam keadaan sehat. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dilakukan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan, kesadaran dan kesediaan social supporter ibu hamil melakukan pendampingan selama periode kehamilannya, guna terciptanya kehamilan dan persalinan yang sehat baik untuk bayi maupun ibu. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat dilakukan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Klasaman. Telah dilakukan pendampingan pada social supporter ibu hamil selama 8 bulan (Maret-November) terhadap 10 ibu hamil. Kegiatan pendampingan menunjukkan hasil yang positif, baik dari kualitas ANC ibu (100% tercapai ANC K6) maupun luaran kehamilan yang ditunjukkan dengan kondisi bayi dan ibu sehat (tidak ada komplikasi neonatus maupun komplikasi pada ibu pasca salin).Abstract: Social support contributes positively to a person's health, including the influence of social support on pregnant women. Pregnant women who receive good social support tend to experience better psychological readiness and experience minimum incidence of pregnancy complications, and have healthy offspring. This community service activity is carried out to increase knowledge, awareness and willingness the social supporters of pregnant women to provide assistance during pregnancy, in order to create a healthy pregnancy and birth for both baby and mother. Community service activities was carried out in the Klasaman Community Health Center working area. Social support for pregnant women has been provided for 8 months (March-November) for 10 pregnant women. The supporting activities showed positive results, both in terms of the quality of the mother's ANC (100% achieved ANC K6) and pregnancy outcomes as indicated by the condition of the baby and mother being healthy (without neonatal maternal complications).
Histopathological and biochemical Effects of 18β-glycyrrhetinic acid application on lipopolysaccharide-induced kidney toxicity in rats
Authors: Erbaş Elif , Gelen Volkan , Yakut Seda
Published: March 2024

Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is an endotoxin found in the wall of gram-negative bacteria and causes acute inflammation when it enters the tissues. 18β-glycyrrhetinic acid (18β-GA) is a substance found in licorice root and is responsible for this plant's antiallergic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activity. This study aimed to examine the possible effects of 18β-glycyrrhetinic acid on the damage caused by LPS in kidney tissue. The study divided 40 Sprague Dawley adult male rats into 5 equal groups (n = 8). The groups were created as follows; the control group; the group that received 1cc physiological saline throughout the experiment was the DMSO group; DMSO, an intraperitoneal carrier substance, was given. LPS group; A single dose of 7.5 mg/kg intraperitoneal (i.p) LPS was administered. 18β-GA50+LPS group; 18β-glycyrrhetinic acid was given by gavage at 50 mg/kg daily for 10 days, followed by a single dose of 7.5 mg/kg i.p. LPS was administered. 18β-GA100+LPS group; 18β-glycyrrhetinic acid was administered by gavage at 100 mg/kg daily for 10 days, followed by a single dose of 7.5 mg/kg i.p. LPS was administered. 18β-GA100 group; 18β-glycyrrhetinic was given by gavage at 100 mg/kg daily for 10 days. 24 hours after LPS application to all groups, the kidney tissues of the rats were removed under anesthesia and placed in 10% formaldehyde. Histopathological and oxidative stress parameters analyses were performed in kidney tissue.
UNLOCKING EDUCATIONAL INSIGHTS: INTEGRATING WORD2VEC EMBEDDINGS AND NAIVE BAYES CLASSIFIER FOR SERIOUS GAME DATA ANALYSIS AND ENHANCEMENT
Authors:   Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University (ASOIU), Mammadli Anar
Published: March 2024

This study explores the integration of Word2Vec embeddings and machine learning models to analyze and enhance serious game data. Word2Vec captures semantic relationships in textual content, while the Naive Bayes classifier extracts meaningful patterns. The approach improves understanding of linguistic nuances, contributing to the effectiveness of serious3 games in achieving educational objectives. Experimental results demonstrate the model's efficacy in uncovering hidden insights within the game data. This research provides a robust framework for optimizing serious game content and enhancing its educational impact.
Analysis of the list of medicines for arterial hypertension therapy during pregnancy
Authors: Максимович Н. М. , Заліська О. М.
Published: March 2024

Preserving the pregnant women health is one of the most important task in the health care system. In 2020, more than 21,000 cases of hypertensive disorders were diagnosed during pregnancy in Ukraine. Arterial hypertension during pregnancy is the main risk factor for negative consequences for the child and mother. During pregnancy, antihypertensive therapy reduces the risk of morbidity or premature birth, as well as adverse effects to the fetus/newborn.

The purpose of the study was to analyze the list of registered antihypertensive medicines under the INN, which are presented on the domestic pharmaceutical market, and to analyze their socio-economic availability.

Research materials and methods. Analysis of antihypertensive medicines in accordance with national recommendations for the arterial hypertension treatment during pregnancy in Ukraine; analysis of the State Register of Medicinal Products of Ukraine, the National List of Essential Medicines, the State Formulary of Medicines (15 issue). Data from the information resource «Tabletki.ua» were used to determine the pharmaceuticals prices. Methods – information search, analysis, generalization, marketing research, «minimization of cost» method, calculation of socio-economic affordability ratios – the liquidity ratio Cliq, the ratio of adequacy solvency Ca.s.

The results of the analysis of antihypertensive medicines that are registered and have indications during pregnancy showed that the following medicines with INNs are available on the pharmaceutical market: methyldopa, nifedipine, metoprolol tartrate, esmolol, nicardipine, uradipyl, but the following INNs labetalol, hydralazine, acebutolol, mepindolol, oxprenolol are missing. It was established that the list of antihypertensive medicines used during pregnancy is represented by 33 trade names of various medicinal forms from 10 countries of the world, the specific weight of which is 69% of medicines of foreign production. There is an insufficient amount of methyldopa medicines on the domestic pharmaceutical market, as there is only one name of a foreign manufacturer.

It was determined by the «cost minimization» method that the costs for one month of treatment when using nifedipine of a domestic manufacturer compared to a drug of a foreign manufacturer are lower by 90%. For metoprolol of the domestic manufacturer, the costs are 73% lower than for the imported drug.

The socio-economic availability of medicines was determined using the price liquidity ratio and the solvency adequacy ratio, which indicated relatively adequate price competition and the high availability of most antihypertensive medicines for the population of Ukraine.
Study of the list of medicines for the acne treatment and their affordability
Authors: Заболотня З. О. , Заліська О. М.
Published: March 2024

Among dermatological diseases, acne (acne vulgaris) is the most common skin disease, which affects almost 9.4% of the world's population, especially 70‒80% of teenagers and young people, as well as 11% of adults after 25 years. According to experts, the financial burden of acne, taking into account the costs of medicines, diagnostics and dermatologist consultations, is quite expensive for patients.

The aim of the research was to study the list of medicines for the acne treatment on the domestic market, with an emphasis on dosage forms for external use, and to assess their affordability to the population.

The objects of the study were medicines for the treatment of acne. Data analysis of group D10 from the "State Register of Medicinal Products of Ukraine" as of the end of 2023 was carried out. The following methods were used: content analysis, marketing, systematization and generalization, information search.

It was investigated that there are 17 medicines for the topical treatment of acne on the market of Ukraine, of which only 11% are domestically produced, the remaining 89% are imported manufacturers, which indicates the high import dependence of this segment. It was found that there is only one domestic manufacturer that offers only one drug, so the development of domestic medicines is urgent.

It was found that for the topical treatment of acne in the form of gel 59% of the assortment of drugs for external use, in the form of creams only 18%, in the form of lotion – 12%. Only one position is presented: skin solution and powder for preparation of the solution. The coefficient of adequacy of the solvency of medicines for external and systemic treatment of acne was calculated and it was shown that most of the medicines are expensive.

It was found that 17.6% of the studied assortment for external treatment of acne and 50% of drugs for systemic use are not available in pharmacies. The pharmaceutical development of domestic mediсines and the availability of extemporaneous forms for the treatment of acne in pharmacies are relevant. Pharmacoeconomic studies of these medicines are needed to determine which is more cost-effective for the patient to reduce the financial burden. To ensure adherence to acne treatment, patients need to be provided with appropriate pharmaceutical care, especially with topical retinoids, which will help improve treatment outcomes.
Justification of the composition of the base of the emulsion ointment for the fungal diseases skin treatment
Authors: Власенко І. О. , Дзюблик І. В.
Published: March 2024

The relevance and socio-economic significance of the problem is determined by the prevalence of fungal diseases, which are affected by every fifth inhabitant of the planet (according to the World Health Organization). Among fungal diseases, dermatomycoses, which are complicated by infection and keratization of the skin, are of particular importance.

In the treatment of dermatomycoses, a significant place belongs to external therapy (soft and liquid medicinal products). Dermatological medicinal products in Ukraine are mainly represented by drugs of foreign production – 58.2%.The range of multicomponent drugs affecting all links of the pathological process is 21%. Therefore, the development of a scientifically based composition and technology of a multicomponent soft medicine for the treatment of dermatomycoses is an urgent problem of our time.

The goal of our research was to develop the optimal composition of the emulsion ointment base for the treatment of fungal skin diseases.

The objects of the study were combinations in different ratios of surface-active substances, hydrophilic non-aqueous substances and emulsifiers. The osmotic properties of the experimental bases were studied using dialysis through a semipermeable membrane. The study of the rheological properties of the samples was carried out on a rotary viscometer Reotest-2 (USA) with a water circulation heater. Determination of colloidal stability (for emulsion systems) was carried out according to DSTU 4765:2007 «Cosmetic creams. General technical conditions». Determination of thermal stability was carried out according to DSTU 4765:2007 «Cosmetic creams. General technical conditions».

Based on the conducted experimental studies, the composition of the base of the emulsion ointment was substantiated. Rheological studies have established the optimal concentration of surface-active substances in emulsions. The study of the osmotic activity of model emulsions made it possible to establish the optimal ratio of hydrophilic-non-aqueous solvents in the composition of model samples.

On the basis of the conducted structural-mechanical and pharmacological studies, the composition of the emulsion base of the o/w type emulsion ointment was substantiated for treatment of fungal skin lesions: petroleum jelly (20.0 g), emulsifier No. 1 (5.0 g), PEO-400 (5.0 g), glycerin (5.0 g), Na-KMC (1.0 g), purified water up to 100.0 g.
Brief Communication – concerning algorithmic indexing in MEDLINE
Authors: Amar-Zifkin Alexandre , Ekmekjian Taline , Paquet Virginie , Landry Tara
Published: March 2024

As of early 2022, indexing in the National Library of Medicine [NLM] MEDLINE database is performed by an algorithm, MTIA [Medical Text Indexer-Auto], with human curation as appropriate. Deployment of a machine learning classifier, MTIX [Medical Text Indexer-neXt generation] is planned for mid-2024. This brief communication outlines the processes of MTIA and raises concerns about the MeSH [Medical Subject Headings] applied by algorithm. Implications for searchers and educators are briefly discussed.
Efeitos anátomo-fisiológicos da castração pré-púbere em felinos (Felis catus) – revisão de literatura
Authors:   Centro Universitário Maurício de Nassau, Silva Jessaneide Linhares da , Dantas Maria Joyce Mendes ,   Centro Universitário Maurício de Nassau, Melo Ubiratan Pereira de ,   Centro Universitário Maurício de Nassau, Ferreira Cíntia ,   Centro Universitário Maurício de Nassau
Published: March 2024

Pre-pubertal castration in felines is a highly effective strategy for managing stray animal populations, thereby benefiting both public health and animal welfare. It helps prevent unwanted pregnancies, minimizes human-stray animal conflicts, and curtails the spread of diseases transmitted through mating. However, this practice has sparked debates among veterinarians and pet owners due to potential adverse effects. Surgical and anesthetic complications, including hypothermia and hypoglycemia, are concerns during pediatric procedures. There is also a possibility of altered development of secondary sexual characteristics, although these changes typically do not impact the animals' overall well-being. Metabolically, neutered cats tend to gain weight, raising the risk of obesity and diabetes mellitus. Skeletal concerns involve delayed bone closure, yet bone density remains largely unaffected. Lower urinary tract issues, like incontinence or obstruction, may also arise, albeit through complex mechanisms. Despite these concerns, the benefits of pre-pubertal castration in managing overpopulation and reproductive diseases outweigh the risks. With vigilant veterinary care and post-operative management, adverse effects can be mitigated, underscoring the importance of this practice in controlling stray cat populations.
Changes in soil properties and morphometric parameters of wheat when applying biochar: vegetation experiment
Authors: Betehtina Anna Anatol'evna , Nekrasova O , Malaheeva Alina Vasil'evna , Cherepanov Semen Aleksandrovich , Valdayskih V.
Published: March 2024

Abstract. The purpose of this work is to evaluate the effect of biochar on the physico-chemical properties of the soil and morphometric and some chemical characteristics of durum wheat (Triticum durum L.) and indirectly assess the availability of macronutrients in the soil-biochar system based on the state of plants. Methods. Biochar was obtained from birch sawdust at a temperature of 500 °C and was applied in the amount of 2 % of the weight of air-dry soil. Results. As a result of the vegetation experiment, it was revealed that the application of biochar led to changes in the properties of heavy-loamy agro-soddy-podzolic soil – a significant increase in the pH values of the water extract and the total nitrogen content, but at the same time – to a significant decrease in the content of total organic carbon content. Despite the improvement of some soil characteristics, the application of biochar did not affect the height of plants, leaf weight, root weight, nitrogen and phosphorus content in leaves and yield, and also negatively affected the total weight of plants and the weight of grains, which decreased by 15 % and 18 %, respectively, compared to control. The application of biochar had an impact on the structure of the wheat root system – its branching increased, while the diameter of the absorbing roots significantly decreased. The experiment also showed an increase in mycorrhization of roots due to the functional structures of the fungus – arbuscules and vesicles. The scientific novelty lies that the application of biochar from birch sawdust, despite the improvement of some physico-chemical characteristics of the soil, negatively affects the growth of wheat. The reaction of the aboveground parts of plants and the root system indirectly indicates a decrease in the availability of nutrients in the soil-biochar system. The results obtained in the work can be used to develop technologies for the use of biochar meliorants in various soils.
Productivity and quality of seeds of collection samples of oil flax
Authors: Pershakov A , Belkina R , Porohovinova Elizaveta Aleksandrovna
Published: March 2024

Abstract. The purpose of the study is to study samples of oilseed flax from the VIR collection, to identify the most promising for the conditions of the Northern Trans-Urals. Methods. Field experiments, observations and records were carried out according to VIR methods. The fat content in the seeds of flax varieties was determined using an AMB-1006M NMR analyzer. Results. As a result of studying 31 samples of the oilseed flax collection, the most productive ones were identified: k-5831 VIR 1650 (265 g/m2), k-5579 Voronezhskiy 1308/138 (261 g/m2), k-8409 Kinel’skiy 2000 (248 g/m2), k-8799 Avgust (241 g/m2) from Russia; k-6056 Bakhmal’skiy 105 (243 g/m2) from Uzbekistan; k-8606 Omega (241 g/m2) from Canada; samples with a high mass of 1000 seeds: k-8218 Micael (8.84 g) from Canada; k-8799 Avgust (8.70 g); k-8158 Sokol (8.64); k-5831 VIR 1650 (8.61 g); k-5579 Voronezhskiy 1308/138 (8.42 g) from Russia; samples with a high oil content in seeds: k-8729 Ba Ya No. 12 (50.6 %) from China; k-8799 Avgust (49.2 %) from Russia; k-6056 Bakhmal’skiy 1056 (47.6 %) from Uzbekistan; k-8610 McBeth (46.8 %) from Canada; k-7964 Rucheek (46.7 %), k-5579 Voronezhskiy 1308/138 (46.7 %), k-8158 Sokol (46.6 %), k-6986 Sibirskiy-397 (46.6 %) from Russia. Promising for use in breeding programs when creating new varieties of oilseed flax in the region can be considered samples characterized by high and elevated indicators of such important economic characteristics as yield, weight of 1000 seeds and oil content in seeds: Voronezhskiy 1308/138, Avgust, VIR 1650, Sibirskiy-397 from Russia, Oliver from France.
Physico-chemical parameters of drone brood homogenate adsorbed on lactose-free adsorbents during storage
Authors: Mitrofanov Dmitriy Viktorovich , Budnikova Natal'ya Valentinovna
Published: March 2024

Abstract. Drone brood is a product that exhibits high biological activity, so its use can be recommended to a wide range of people as an adaptogenic, actoprotective and antioxidant agent. The high concentration of biologically active substances, such as decenoic acids, unsaturated fatty acids, sulfhydryl groups, sugars, hormones and hormone-like compounds makes drone brood a product very sensitive to environmental factors, which necessitates its stabilization. To stabilize drone brood homogenate, in a number of countries, a lactose-glucose adsorbent is usually used. The relevance of the work is due to the widespread prevalence of lactase deficiency among the population, the prevalence of which among the Eastern Slavs reaches 16–18 %, and among some peoples of Asia, Australia and America exceeds 80 %, which limits the use of adsorbed drone brood using a classical adsorbent containing lactose. The purpose of the work is to develop an innovative product based on drone brood that does not contain lactose as an adsorbent, and to trace the dynamics of the preservation of its biologically active components during storage. Potato starch was used as a lactose substitute in the adsorbent. This product can be recommended to a wider range of consumers. The work used methods for determining the physicochemical parameters of products, such as humidity, oxidation index, hydrogen index, mass fraction of decenoic acids, mass fraction of crude protein, free acidity, acid number, iodine number. The scientific novelty lies in the development of formulations for new products based on drone brood that do not contain lactose and the determination of the optimal product among them in terms of technological and physicochemical parameters. As a result of the studies, it was found that an adsorbent consisting of 80 parts of starch and 20 parts of glucose provides optimal product performance at a ratio of adsorbent to drone brood homogenate of 3 : 1.
Analysis of factors determining the magnitude of the environmental impact of agricultural production on land resources
Authors: Dubovitskiy Alyeksandr , Klimentova El'vira
Published: March 2024

Abstract. The purpose is to assess the impact of factors determining the magnitude of the environmental impact of agricultural production on land resources. Methodology and methods. In the course of the study, nonparametric statistical methods were used to identify dependencies in the data set. When constructing predictive models, ROC-analysis was used to find the values of the cut-off point. Results. The study made it possible to localize three groups of regions of the Russian Federation that differ quite significantly in terms of the environmental impact of agricultural production on land resources and are characterized by a high level of dispersion within the groups. The analysis of the interrelations between the parameters characterizing the level of environmental impact made it possible to identify factors that have a decisive influence on the indicators of reproduction of land fertility. In regions with a high negative environmental impact, only the yield value is crucial, the growth of which leads to an increase in the uncompensated removal of soil fertility elements, and, accordingly, to the progression of land degradation. In regions with an average level of negative environmental impact, its magnitude also depends on the amount of organic fertilizers applied, which forms a less high level of uncompensated removal of soil fertility elements and, accordingly, environmental damage in the regions included in this group. In the group with a positive environmental impact, it is the level of application of organic fertilizers that has a decisive influence on the reproduction of land fertility. The regression analysis showed that when approximating the values of the positive environmental impact on land resources, the amount of organic fertilizers can be the most reasonable variable. ROC-analysis regarding the application of organic fertilizers for grain crops as a potential predictive parameter of positive environmental impact showed that its threshold value at the cut-off point is 2.56 tons per 1 ha. The scientific novelty lies in the formation of the evidence base of the dependence of land fertility on the parameters of agroecological impact necessary to understand the mechanisms of building a system of rational land use in agriculture.
Investigation of the impact of changes in tax legislation on the receipt of payments to the budget from agricultural enterprises
Authors: Kalickaya V. , Stepanova Lyudmila Alekseevna , Rykalina Ol'ga Anatol'evna , Kot Ekaterina
Published: March 2024

Abstract. The purpose is to analyze changes in tax legislation adopted at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, economic sanctions of 2022 and to assess their impact on such economic indicators of agricultural enterprises as revenue, tax payments to the budget. Methods. Based on open data from Rosstat, the Federal Tax Service of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation, statistical material has been collected and dynamic series for the period 2019–2022 have been compiled according to parameters characterizing the economic activity of agricultural enterprises. The changes in legislation in the taxation system adopted as short-term and long-term anti-crisis measures, economic support for business in the conditions of economic recovery after the pandemic and unprecedented sanctions imposed since 2022 have been studied and analyzed. The analysis of changes in the volume of production of established and discontinued agricultural enterprises and the dynamics of receipt of payments to the budget by type of budgets is carried out. Absolute and relative indicators characterizing the trend of changes over the analyzed period are calculated. Results. Based on the conducted research, conclusions are presented on the extent of the impact of changes made to the tax legislation on the work of agricultural enterprises. An assessment of the effectiveness of the measures taken to support enterprises to ensure tax revenues to the budget is given. Scientific novelty. In this study, for the first time, the relationship between changes in tax legislation and the amount of tax receipts in the conditions of economic sanctions and the weakening of the domestic market for agricultural producers is studied. Conclusions are formulated that allow to assess to some extent the quality of changes in the field of tax legislation, which are selected as priorities for reducing crisis phenomena for the period 2019–2022.
Assessment and directions of increasing the investment attractiveness of agriculture
Authors: Rodionova Irina Anatol'evna , Bolohonov Mihail Aleksandrovich , Vasil'eva Ol'ga Anatol'evna , Toropova Viktoriya Valer'evna
Published: March 2024

Abstract. In modern conditions of high sanctions pressure, systemic problems that hinder the effective development of agricultural production have worsened. Increasing the investment attractiveness of agriculture is becoming the main vector and a necessary condition for countering negative exogenous factors and ensuring sustainable agricultural growth. The subject of the study is organizational and economic relations that develop in the process of searching for ways to increase the investment attractiveness of agriculture. The purpose of the study is to evaluate and scientifically substantiate the directions of increasing the investment attractiveness of agriculture. Research objectives: 1) to clarify the essential content of the concept of “investment attractiveness of agriculture”; 2) to assess the investment attractiveness of the industry; 3) to determine the directions of growth of investment attractiveness of agriculture. The main research methods are monographic, statistical, graphical. Results. The article provides an analytical assessment of the investment attractiveness of agriculture in Russia. The individual elements (natural resource, production, innovation, financial, economic and labor) of the investment potential of agriculture are analyzed. The investment risks of the industry are justified. It is concluded that the investment attractiveness of agriculture is quite low, despite the existing potential for its growth due to the possibilities of using significant natural resource potential; a high level of adaptation of the industry to external negative factors of impact; favorable natural and climatic conditions; significant export potential of the industry. The scientific novelty. It consists in developing proposals to increase the investment attractiveness of agriculture based on the transformation of key institutional parameters: improving the regulatory framework for land reform; developing mechanisms for public-private partnership and project financing with a state guarantee, changing the industry structure due to the growth of the industry's technology and the use of innovations, changing the terms of lending to agriculture.
UPDATED DISTRIBUTION OF OCTOCORAL Carijoa riisei (DUCHASSAING & MICHELOTTI, 1860) IN BRAZIL INCLUDING ITS FIRST RECORD IN THE STATE OF SERGIPE, NORTHEASTERN BRAZIL
Authors: Régis-Silva Caio , Rosa Leonardo
Published: March 2024

This study recorded, for the first time, the presence of the azooxanthellate colonial octocoral Carijoa riisei (Carijoidae) in the state of Sergipe, Brazil. In September 2021, colonies of C. riisei were observed attached to a floating pier in the estuary of the Vaza-Barris River, in the central region of the Sergipe coastline. These colonies were photographed in situ and collected for confirmation of their morphological identification in the laboratory. Our results represent the first recorded occurrence of Carijoa riisei in the state of Sergipe and contribute to filling a gap in the species distribution along the Brazilian coast. Future studies are necessary to assess the potential impacts of C. riisei on local ecosystems and understand the role of artificial substrates in the dispersal of invasive species.
Mobile Money Use, Digital Banking Services and Velocity of Money in Ghana
Authors: Ocansey Evans N. N. D. , Dadzie Philomena , Nambie Nicholas Bamegne
Published: March 2024

Investigating the correlation between digital financial services, mobile money usage, and money velocity in Ghana, the study analysed time series data spanning from 1992 to 2022. A composite index was constructed by principal component analysis using data extracted from the world development indicators, with the components mobile money usage, digital financial services, and velocity of money. The estimation utilised an impulse response function and vector error correction model; the results indicated that mobile money, digital financial services, and money velocity are related in both the short and long term. Furthermore, the application of a standard deviation innovation to the velocity of money produced increases of both positive and negative magnitude for all the variables. This suggests that mobile money, digital banking services, and velocity of money in Ghana are interdependent in an asymmetric manner. In order to facilitate an increase in the velocity of money, the research concluded that policymakers should guarantee that a greater proportion of the population has access to mobile money and digital banking services. In addition to promoting mobile money, online banking services, and digital payment methods on purpose, the government should reduce reliance on physical currency and expedite the circulation of money. It is recommended that future longitudinal studies involving African nations employ diverse estimation techniques.
Advancements in apple disease classification: Machine learning models, IoT integration, and future prospects
Authors: Kumar Amit , Sharma Neha , Chauhan Rahul , Gurna Kamalpreet Kaur , Anand Abhineet , Awasthi Meenakshi
Published: March 2024

Apple orchards are of significant importance in the global agricultural sector, but they are vulnerable to a range of diseases that have the potential to cause diminished crop productivity and financial hardships. This manuscript investigates the utilization of machine learning methodologies, such as Logistic Regression, Neural Networks, and Random Forest, to classify three prevalent apple diseases: Blotch, Normal, and Rot Scab. The performance of these models is assessed using several assessment criteria, and confusion matrices are presented to aid in the prompt and precise detection of these diseases. This supports the implementation of efficient disease control strategies in apple orchards. By utilizing these ML models for the detection and treatment of diseases, not only augment agricultural productivity but also make a valuable contribution to sustainable agricultural practices by diminishing the necessity for excessive pesticide application. The experimental results indicates that Logistic Regression reflects the best performance as compared to other machine learning models taken into consideration using the different parameters. it obtained 90.6% of AUC and 65.7% of classification accuracy as compared to NN and Random Forest, which has achieved, 89.3%, 65.1%, 80.9% and 52.2.%, respectively.
Hypertonic Saline Nasal Irrigation for Chronic Sinusitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Lao Alexsandro , Vatvani Akhil , Setiawathi Ni Putu
Published: March 2024

ABSTRAK

Latar Belakang: Rinosinusitis kronis (RSK) adalah kelainan peradangan pada sinus paranasal yang paling umum menyebabkan gejala sinonasal kronis. Rinosinusitis kronis (RSK) merupakan salah satu kondisi medis kronis yang paling umum terjadi di seluruh dunia, memengaruhi semua kelompok usia. Angka kejadiannya diperkirakan sekitar 12,3% di Amerika Serikat, 10,9% di Eropa, dan 13% di China. RSK juga merupakan kondisi yang menyebabkan penurunan signifikan dalam kualitas hidup pasien. Ahli Telinga, Hidung, dan Tenggorokan (THT) baru-baru ini menemukan bahwa penggunaan larutan garam hipertonik untuk irigasi hidung lebih efektif daripada menggunakan larutan garam isotonik untuk tujuan yang sama. Larutan garam hipertonik, yang memiliki tekanan osmotik lebih tinggi, mampu mengurangi edema mukosa dengan tingkat efikasi yang lebih besar.

 

Tujuan: Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menyelidiki efikasi irigasi hidung dengan larutan garam hipertonik pada rinosinusitis kronis: tinjauan sistematis dan meta analisis.

 

Tinjauan pustaka: Dengan mengkaji kriteria Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) 2020, penelitian ini memastikan mematuhi semua persyaratan terkini. Strategi pencarian mencakup beberapa basis data referensi elektronik (Pubmed dan SagePub) dan mencakup publikasi yang diterbitkan antara tahun 2015 dan 2023. Kami mengekslusi publikasi duplikat, tinjauan artikel , dan artikel yang tidak lengkap. Meta-analisis digunakan untuk menganalisis hasil skor VAS.

 

Hasil: Hasil pencarian kami di basis data PubMed menghasilkan 35 artikel, sementara di SagePub kami menemukan 28 artikel. Hasil pencarian untuk tahun terakhir 2015 menghasilkan 18 artikel untuk PubMed dan 12 artikel untuk SagePub. Pada akhirnya, kami memiliki total 8 artikel (5 dari PubMed dan 3 dari SagePub), pada akhirnya kami mendapatkan empat studi yang memenuhi syarat. Dari setiap studi individu yang kami masukkan dalam tinjauan sistematis, kami menemukan bahwa larutan garam hipertonik lebih baik dalam mengurangi gejala pasien. Namun, hanya dua studi yang cocok untuk dilakukan meta-analisis. Kami tidak menemukan perbedaan signifikan dalam skor VAS antara pasien yang menerima larutan garam hipertonik dan larutan garam normal (selisih rata-rata 2,40 [95% CI -2,85 – 7,65]; p 0,37).

 

Kesimpulan: Irigasi hidung dengan larutan garam hipertonik untuk rinosinusitis kronis menunjukkan efek samping sedang dan meningkatkan perbaikan gejala hidung serta aktivitas silia lebih baik daripada larutan garam isotonik, meskipun tidak ada perbedaan signifikan dalam pencitraan radiologi atau penciuman. Namun, meta-analisis kami tidak menemukan perbedaan signifikan dalam skor VAS.

 

Kata Kunci: Rinosinusitis kronis; Aktivitas silia; Irigasi hidung; Larutan garam hipertonik