bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Inoculation of microalgae distinctly shapes the structure and enhances the stability of eukaryotic plankton community in shrimp rearing water
Authors: Xiang Jie , Lian Chen , Cai Huifeng , Ke Jiangdong , Ni Heng , Zhu Jinyong , Lu Kaihong , Zheng Zhongming , Yang Wen
Published: June 2024

Inoculating microalgae has been verified to have the potential to improve the microenvironment of shrimp rearing water and modulate bacterial communities. However, the impact of this intervention on the water eukaryotic plankton community remains relatively unexplored. In this study, we inoculated two indigenous microalgae, Nannochloropsis oculata and Thalassiosira weissflogii, into shrimp rearing water to elucidate the dynamics and interactions among microalgae, nutrient factors, and the small-sized (0.22-3 μm) and large-sized (3-200 μm) eukaryotic plankton community. Our findings demonstrated significant differences in the composition and diversity the small-sized (0.22-3 μm) and large-sized (3-200 μm) eukaryotic plankton community under various microalgae treatments. PERMANOVA (permutational multivariate analysis of variance) revealed significant differences among treatments in terms of rearing time and Size fraction. Moreover, partial least squares path modeling (PLS-PM) analysis showed that microalgae and nitrite could directly affect the small-sized community or indirectly affect them through trophic interactions. According to the neutral community model, inoculation of microalgae amplifies the relative contribution of deterministic processes in community assembly. Furthermore, the average variation degree (AVD) index analysis results indicated that the inoculation of N. oculata was particularly effective in enhancing community stability. These results indicate the importance of microalgae in shaping the structure and stability of eukaryotic plankton communities in shrimp rearing water, which holds great promise for the understanding and development of technologies aimed at improving the quality of rearing water, thereby contributing to more successful shrimp cultivation practices.
Understanding the Flood Seasonality in the Himalayan River Basin under Changing Climate
Authors: Singhal Prachi , Goel Narendra K. , Bronstert Axel , Vormoor Klaus , Agarwal Ankit , Arora Manohar
Published: June 2024

This study addresses critical knowledge gaps about climate change impacts on hydrology in a highly vulnerable and strategically important region. A sub-catchment, namely Sarasgaon in the Bhilangana River basin in the Central Himalayas, was analyzed using observed and projected future climate data for rainfall and temperature. Examining the maximum monthly rainfall data provided by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) spanning from 1901 to 2020 reveals a noteworthy shift in the peak towards earlier months, particularly up to June. This observation suggests compelling evidence of seasonal changes in flood peaks potentially associated with a warming climate scenario. On comparison of different data sets with observed data sets, it is found that the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) precipitation dataset best matched the observations. The projected climate ensemble of the chosen dataset (NEX-GDDP) required significant correction, and quantile-based mapping was used to counter underestimation. The hydrological modeling was done with the CemaNeige_GR4J hydrological model in the airGR package in R software to project the changes in floods for past and future scenarios. The model was calibrated with observed discharge data for Sarasgaon for 2016-2018 and validated with data for 2018-2021. Nash-Sutcliffe Efficiency (NSE) values of 0.79 and 0.73, respectively, were obtained. The simulation was done for Historical (1971-1999), RCP 4.5 (2071-2099), and RCP 8.5 (2071-2099) scenarios using calibrated parameters. The results indicated the possibility of vanishing snowpacks in the study area. Due to higher temperatures and precipitation in the future scenarios concerning the Historical (1971-1999) period, the simulated discharge series of RCP 8.5 (2071-2099) is found to be magnitude-wise higher than that of RCP 4.5 (2071-2099), which in turn is found to be higher than that of the Historical (1971-1999) during the monsoon season. The results of the time of occurrence of annual maximum flood peaks indicate a possible early shift of the future streamflows (combination of snowmelt and rainfall-induced floods) over the study region. This shows the possible occurrences of changes in floods, though we are well aware of the high uncertainties of projected future precipitation and temperature conditions and projected future streamflows. The study highlights the potential impact of climate change on floods in the Garhwal Himalayas region, emphasizing the importance of understanding different flood-generating regimes for better preparedness against natural hazards. The findings underscore the need for ongoing research and adaptation strategies in the Himalayan region to address the uncertainties associated with projected future precipitation and temperature conditions.
Hysterectomy and mental health status, findings from Ardakan Cohort Study on Aging (ACSA)
Authors: Hedayati Fatemeh , Delbari Ahmad , Haddadi Mohammad , Akbarzadeh Isa , Azimi Amirali , Eftekhar Tahereh , Hantoushzadeh Sedigheh , Tabatabaei Fatemeh Sadat
Published: June 2024

Background
Many middle-aged and older women have undergone hysterectomy in their lifetime. The mental health outcomes of hysterectomy are controversial. This study aimed to evaluate depression and anxiety association with hysterectomy, with or without oophorectomy.
Methods
This cross-sectional study used data from the first phase of the Ardakan Cohort Study on Aging (ACSA). The population of this study included women aged ≥ 50 years recruited through multilevel stratified random sampling. Data on menopausal age, hysterectomy status, hormone replacement therapy, number of children, exercise frequency, financial situation, educational background, household conditions, occupational status, and stressful life events were collected. Mental health status was assessed using the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Short Depression Scale-10 (CESD-10) for depression and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) for anxiety. Statistical analysis, including linear and logistic regression, compared three groups: those with no hysterectomy, those with hysterectomy with oophorectomy, and those without oophorectomy.
Results
Among 2,252 menopausal women, 450 (19.9%) underwent hysterectomy with oophorectomy, and 101 (4.4%) underwent hysterectomy without oophorectomy. After accounting for all factors, no association was found between hysterectomy and mental health. Subsequent analysis among those with a history of hysterectomy revealed that individuals 10–15 years post-hysterectomy experienced a 56% reduction in depression compared to those less than 10 years post-hysterectomy (p-value = 0.043). However, this association was not observed for anxiety.
Conclusions
There was no association between hysterectomy, with or without oophorectomy, and depression or anxiety. Further research is warranted to explore the mental health outcomes associated with hysterectomy.
Inflation: an analysis between the variation of the Basic Food Basket value and the regional Purchasing Power
Authors: Silva Emmanuel Marques , Bortolon Patricia Maria
Published: June 2024

This work investigates the evolution of purchasing power in one of the most important urban expansion fronts in ES between 2010 and 2022, comparing it with various Brazilian states. The results indicate that the purchasing power of the population in the analyzed Brazilian states has decreased over the years and that the value of the Basic Food Basket has not yet managed to meet the constitutional assumptions regarding the commitment of the Minimum Wage to food items. In the analysis of regional indices, the results demonstrate that changing establishments can provide advantages (savings) of up to 20.5% in purchase value.
JEL Classification: E31; R10; J17.
Mapping the Discourse of Gender Subordination in the Art World in Indonesia
Authors: Wirajati Yohanes De Britto
Published: June 2024

Instead of hastily trying to throw out a discourse that rarely or has never appeared in related discussions, what then becomes the breath of the analysis in this scientific article is an effort to mapping the position of women's gender subordination and the representation of women artists discourses in the dialogue of a special scope, namely Indonesian art world. The analysis was carried out using three theoretical concepts, namely subordination, symbolic violence and representation in the art world in Indonesia. By conducting a literature study on literature and art events, the results of this scientific research show that: (1) Collective awareness is believed to support the articulation of resistance to gender inequality; (2) This awareness extends to the involvement of male artists as well, but there are other articulation practices that are more reflective in nature, meaning the construction of the gender identity of the female artist; and (3) The condition of gender inequality is also voiced in-depth reflections aimed at erasing the gender dichotomy caused by stereotypes.
Reading Art Therapy Practices as a Media for the Distribution of Mental Wellbeing in Indonesia
Authors: Waryanti Dessy Rachma
Published: June 2024

Art practices have become an effective means of facilitating recovery and maintaining individual mental health in an activity called art therapy. Whether carried out according to medical advice in the form of intervention or non-intervention, both types of art therapy delivery practices have produced many positive things. This research article wants to read how art therapy practices and art itself are used in different social and scientific disciplines where the application is carried out according to scientific methods. Happiness, the regulation of human consciousness and control of emotions, can apparently be triggered by artistic activities and is accepted in medical practices. Based on the research method in this article which uses a literature study approach, there are differences from those in America and England. In Indonesia, the practice of art therapy still stands alone and is carried out by medical personnel, psychologists and psychiatrists. This is different from the practices carried out by Adrian Hill, Edward Adamson and Edith Kramer. The three art therapy experts explained that in the practice of art therapy, a medical therapist must be accompanied by an art practitioner or someone who has an art educational background as a counselor. It is important to ensure that the art therapy process is carried out with a deep understanding of creative exploration, aesthetics and local cultural context. The rest of this article also examines that art therapy is also very beneficial for the general public without diagnosed health problems in maintaining their mental health.
Sanatsal Rekreasyonun Toplumsal Dinamiklerinin Bourdieu Sosyolojisi Bağlamında İncelenmesi
Authors: Elnur Ahmet
Published: June 2024

Bireylerin kendilerini yaratıcı bir şekilde ifade etmeleri doğrultusunda boş zamanlarını etkili ve verimli bir şekilde değerlendirmelerini sağlayan sanatsal rekreasyon; görsel sanatlar, müzik, dans, tiyatro dâhil olmak üzere çeşitli sanatsal etkinlikleri kapsamaktadır. Çalışma kapsamında sanatsal rekreasyonun toplumsal dinamikleri, Bourdieu sosyolojisi çerçevesinde; kültürel sermaye, habitus ve alan kavramlarının bireylerin sanatsal etkileşim süreçlerinin şekillendirmesi açısından oynadığı role odaklanılarak incelenmektedir. Bu doğrultuda sanat alanı ile habitus arasındaki karşılıklı ilişki; kültürel sermayenin bedenselleşmiş, nesnelleşmiş ve kurumsallaşmış biçimlerinin bireylerin sanat alanına erişim ve katılımını nasıl etkilediği, Bourdieu'nun kavramlarından yararlanılarak sorgulanmaktadır. Sanatsal sermayenin dağılımı ve alan içindeki güç ilişkileri bağlamında sanat alanının kendine özgü yapısına odaklanılmakta, habitus ve kültürel sermayenin bireylerin estetik yargıları ve sanatsal tercihleri üzerindeki etkileri mercek altına alınmaktadır. Bu çalışma, boş zaman değerlendirme çerçevesinde gerçekleştirilen sanatsal etkinlikler aracığıyla kişisel refah, kültürel zenginleşme ve sosyal uyumun yaygınlaştırılması açısından sanatsal rekreasyonun toplumsal dinamiklerinin derinlemesine bir şekilde anlaşılmasının önemini gözler önüne sermektedir.
Impacto de la migración sobre el empleo y la distribución salarial en Colombia
Authors: Castillo Robayo Cristian Dario , Prieto William , Campo Robledo Jacobo Alberto
Published: June 2024

El objetivo es presentar evidencia empírica sobre el impacto de la migración en salarios y empleo del mercado de trabajo de Colombia, a través de la estimación de un modelo de regresión logística tipo logit multinomial para el empleo y una regresión cuantílica incondicional para el efecto en los salarios, con información de 2015 a 2019. Para ambas estimaciones se emplea un modelo diferencia en diferencias para determinar el efecto de la migración. La principal conclusión del estudio señala evidencia de un efecto sobre la distribución de empleo y salarios que afecta a los grupos más vulnerables, con menor educación e informalidad, a través de un incremento de la competencia en el segmento de mano de obra no calificada. El efecto sobre los salarios es limitado, pero mucho más evidente en los cuartiles de ingresos más bajos de la distribución de ingresos, con una significativa caída en la calidad del empleo con incrementos en la informalidad.
Therapeutic Potential of Sodium-glucose Co-transporter-2 Inhibitors and Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists for Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Review of Clinical Evidence
Authors: Karakasis Paschalis , Patoulias Dimitrios , Kassimis George , Koufakis Theocharis , Klisic Aleksandra , Doumas Michael , Fragakis Nikolaos , Rizzo Manfredi
Published: June 2024

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Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) is still one of the leading causes of death globally,
with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) being the most prevalent form of ASCVD. Patients with type 2 Diabetes
Mellitus (DM) experience an increased risk for ASCVD during the disease course, with CAD being the
most common cause of death among affected individuals, resulting in shorter life expectancy and increased
morbidity among survivors. Recently, 2 novel classes of anti-diabetic drugs, namely Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter-
2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, have shown impressive
cardio-renal benefits for patients with type 2 DM, while they might decrease cardio-renal risk even in the
absence of baseline DM. However, there is no evidence to date regarding their safety and efficacy in the setting
of an acute coronary syndrome (ACS) event, regardless of concomitant DM. This study aims to provide a
detailed, updated presentation of currently available clinical evidence concerning the potential role of SGLT-2
inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists in the setting of an ACS, and to highlight whether those drug classes
could be utilized as adjuncts to standard-of-care treatment in this specific patient population, along with a presentation
of the potential short- and long-term cardiovascular benefits.
Synthesis of 4-hydroxyquinoline-2(1H)-ones Based on Ag(I)-catalyzed Carbon Dioxide Fixation on 2-alknylanilines
Authors: Lin Xin-Yu , Chen Guo-Jun , Wu Su-Zhe , Xu Ke-Xuan , Zhang Xiao-Tian , Feng Qi
Published: June 2024

4-Hydroxyquinoline-2(1H)-ones exhibit multiple biological activities, and studying their
synthetic methods is of great significance. In the presence of tetramethylguanidine and silver nitrate,
4-hydroxyquinoline-2(1H)-ones were efficiently synthesized from 2-ethynylanilines and carbon dioxide
under atmospheric pressure. The reaction conditions, such as types of silver catalysts and reaction
solvents, were optimized, and the applicability of the substrate was preliminarily investigated. This
method provides an alternative pathway for the synthesis of 4-hydroxyquinoline-2(1H)-ones and the
conversion and utilization of carbon dioxide.
Luxurious Locks: Harnessing the Power of Lipids for Transformative Hair Care Solutions
Authors: Bagada Arti A. , Patel Priya V. , Sangani Monika B. , Prajapati Bhupendra
Published: June 2024

The hair is a distinguishing feature of animals that has several functions, such as providing
warmth, providing protection, facilitating sweating and pheromone evaporation, providing sensory
stimulation, and, in certain situations, acting as color-based camouflage. Hair grooming and styling
have progressed significantly over the years, and modern hair treatments primarily focus on enhancing
hair quality. However, standard active ingredients in formulations display suboptimal performance,
and some may present toxicity issues, demanding a stronger formulation design that is appropriate
for performance and safety. The need for natural ingredients, such as macromolecules and biomolecules
sourced from plants, animals, and marine environments, is increasing among consumers.
The favorable benefits induced by including lipid-rich components in Personal Care Products (PCP)
formulations are regarded as valuable elements. A lipid-based preparation is specifically employed
for innovative medicine-targeted distribution of bioactive substances among all medication administration
strategies. The distribution of LBDDS transdermally and topically is exciting since the lipid
bilayer might enter the uppermost layer of skin with ease and release medicine in a regulated way. It
offers benefits in terms of stability, bioacceptability, and biodegradability, as well as receptor-mediated
fast absorption by the particular site. Various lipid-based formulations for hair care therapy have
been created, showing some improvement in hair care. This review focuses on several lipid-based
formulations for hair care therapy, including their thorough mechanism of action, efficacy on hair
care, patents, obstacles, and future prospects, along with the challenges and future prospects in the
hair care industry
Awareness and Knowledge of Congenital Cytomegalovirus as an Agent of Hearing Loss: A Descriptive Evidence from Nigeria
Authors: Adigun Olufemi , Oyewumi Adebomi , Mngomezulu Thanduxolo , Adekeye Bernice
Published: June 2024

Background

Neonatal hearing loss has become a serious public health concern over the last two decades, largely because of the increasing number of reported cases associated with prelingual causes.

Objective

This study provided a descriptive report on the awareness and knowledge of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) as a causative agent of hearing loss in the Nigerian population.

Methods

The study adopted a multistage sampling procedure. Data generation for analysis was achieved using a structured research questionnaire. A questionnaire on the issue of cCMV and hearing disability was sent to a total of 324 relevant stakeholders, and 324 completed questionnaires were received in return. The data was carefully coded and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical procedures.

Results

Experience sharing among professional colleagues, particularly those in the healthcare sector, remains the major source of information about cCMV in Nigeria. A significant association was found between the respondents’ professional work experience, organizational type, highest educational qualifications, and awareness and knowledge of cCMV. No predictive likelihood could be established between gender differences (male or female), organizational type (private or public), and awareness or knowledge of cCMV.

Conclusion

Information from and experience sharing among professional colleagues, family and friends and through the internet were major sources of information about cCMV in Nigeria. Work experience, organizational type, and educational qualifications determine the level of awareness and knowledge about cCMV in Nigeria.
Emerging Therapy for Dengue
Authors: Verma Inderjeet , Dhanawat Meenakshi , Malik Garima , Saini Arti , Bharti Poonam
Published: June 2024

There are over 60 countries where dengue fever is endemic, and 2.5 billion
people could get sick from it. An RNA virus belonging to the Flaviviridae family that
causes acute viral disease dengue is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes. The presenting
signs may be asymptomatic fever with severe implications such as hemorrhagic fever
and shock. The most common symptoms are acute-onset high fever, cutaneous rash,
hemorrhagic episodes, myalgia and circulatory shock. Although oral symptoms are
seldom the primary presenting sign of dengue infection, they may occur in certain
cases. Early and precise diagnosis is necessary for lowering mortality. Dengue virus
infections are typically self-limiting, but in tropical and subtropical countries, dengue
infection has become a public health threat. A detailed explanation of dengue virus
infections, clinical symptoms, diagnostic techniques, and preventative measures are all
included in this book chapter.
A random forest-based analysis of cassava mosaic disease-related factors affecting the on-farm livelihoods of cassava farmers
Authors: Claudette Dickmi Vaillam , Roger Tchouamo Isaac
Published: June 2024

This study aimed to identify key CMD-related factors affecting Cameroon cassava farmers’ incomes originating from both the sale of cassava cuttings (V215) and the sale of cassava roots (V216). To achieve this, nine CMD-related variables were used to independently train two Random Forest models. These models were later employed for regression-based prediction of both financial targets V215 and V216. The Random Forest (RF)-based mean absolute percentage error for targets V215 and V216 were 0.19 and 1.25 respectively. The RF-based mean Gaussian deviance for targets V215 and V216 were 0.07 and 0.51 respectively. Based on RF feature importance scores (RFFI), the top 3 factors affecting income originating from the sale of cassava cuttings were found to be: late appearance of symptoms as a difficulty associated with regular field monitoring (RFFI of 0.2594), removal of infected plants as a method of controlling frequent occurrence of viral diseases in respondents’ cassava fields (RFFI of 0.1633) and lack of healthy planting material due to frequent occurrence of viral diseases in respondents’ cassava fields (RFFI of 0.1495). Also, the top 3 factors affecting income originating from the sale of cassava roots were found to be: the replacement of infected plants with healthy cuttings as a method of controlling the frequent occurrence of viral diseases in respondents’ cassava fields (RFFI of 0.1974), decrease in yield due to frequent occurrence of viral diseases in respondents’ cassava fields (RFFI of 0.1530) and poor plant growth due to frequent occurrence of viral diseases in respondents’ cassava fields (RFFI of 0.1388).
Practical Exploration of Integrating the Socialist Core Values System into Ideological and Political Education in Universities
Authors: Zhuang Xi
Published: June 2024

The socialist core value system is an important component of socialism with Chinese characteristics, and integrating ideological and political education into universities is an important task for current universities. This article conducts in-depth research on the socialist core value system and ideological and political education in universities. Starting from the meaning of the socialist core value system, it strengthens the construction of teaching staff, campus culture, changes traditional teaching methods, and integrates socialist core values into social practice. It guides students to establish correct socialist core values, cultivate patriotism, collectivism, and socialist moral concepts, and cultivate socialist builders and successors with comprehensive development in morality, intelligence, physical fitness, aesthetics, and labor for socialism with Chinese characteristics. I hope that the relevant practices in this article can have certain reference significance for universities to better integrate into the socialist core values system.
РАЗРАБОТКА СПОСОБА ОБНОВЛЕНИЯ ЗОНДА СКАНИРУЮЩЕГО ЗОНДОВОГО МИКРОСКОПА В УСЛОВИЯХ ОТКРЫТОГО КОСМОСА
Authors: Логинов Б.А. , Хрипунов Ю.В. , Щербина М.А. , Смирнов А.А. , Маккой А.К. , Нехаенко Н.С. , Гранаткин П.А. , Хамди Х.Я. , Калназарова Н.Р. , Петряев Е.О. , Танаса К.К. , Ахророва Х.А. , Айнулова Д.Р. , Плужник М.Н. , Мизгайло А.А. , Бобарыкина В.А. , Мамикоян М.В. , Измайлова А.Р.
Published: June 2024

Разработан, опробован и оптимизирован новый способ обновления иглы сканирующего зондового микроскопа путем напыления на нее разных материалов. Выполнены эксперименты по напылению на иглу различных металлов, в сканирующем туннельном микроскопе этой иглой сняты сканы до и после напыления на нее металлов, оценено изменение разрешающей способности после напыления металлов как основного параметра микроскопа. Новый способ обновления зонда разрабатывался для первого в мире космического сканирующего туннельного микроскопа, однако он применим и для зондовых микроскопов других типов, например, для атомно-силовых микроскопов, а также для различных применений зондовых микроскопов в целом, в том числе для работающих в вакуумных камерах различного назначения.
KAJIAN ESTIMASI UMUR TEGAKAN KARET DAN HUBUNGANNYA TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS LATEKS MENGGUNAKAN CITRA SENTINEL-2 DAN REGRESI LINIER BERGANDA
Authors: Prakarsa Geraldo Nazar , Manessa Masita Dwi Mandini , Supriatna Supriatna , STEVANUS Charlos Togi , AYU Farida
Published: June 2024

Provinsi Sumatera Selatan merupakan daerah produksi karet terbesar di Indonesia pada tahun 2021 yaitu sebanyak 870.966 ton. Pusat Penelitian Karet Sembawa merupakan lembaga penelitian yang dapat menghasilkan lateks yang mana tanaman karet (Hevea brasiliensis) merupakan komoditas utama yang diteliti. Umur tegakan merupakan salah satu variabel penting karena dapat memprediksi produktivitas lateks. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memetakan distribusi umur tegakan karet menggunakan data nilai spektral band dan indeks vegetasi serta hubungannya terhadap produktivitas lateks. Penginderaan jauh menggunakan citra optik multispektral Sentinel-2 dapat digunakan untuk mengestimasi umur tegakan karena memberikan informasi dengan efisiensi waktu yang lebih baik serta kemudahan mendapatkan data pada area yang susah untuk dijangkau. Nilai spektral band yang kemudian digabungkan menjadi indeks vegetasi diasumsikan dapat mempresentasikan umur tegakan karena kerapatan atau kehijauan kanopi tegakan karet memiliki variasi nilai yang berbeda antara tegakan yang berumur muda dan tegakan yang berumur tua. Indeks vegetasi yang digunakan adalah Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), Normalized Difference Yellowness Index (NDYI), serta Soil Adjusted Vegetation Index (SAVI). Pemodelan ini dapat dibentuk melalui pendekatan model statistik yang berupa metode regresi linear berganda karena dengan menggunakan lebih banyak variabel, model yang dihasilkan akan lebih akurat dan presisi. Hasil dari pemodelan yang menggunakan pendekatan model statistik berbasis data citra Sentinel-2 memiliki tingkat akurasi lebih baik (RMSE = 4,767 tahun dan R2 = 0,308) dari beberapa penelitian terdahulu.
PENGUKURAN TINGKAT KESIAPAN TEKNOLOGI (TKT) PENERAPAN ASPAL KARET DI INDONESIA
Authors: Prastanto Henry , SAILAH Illah , SUPARNO Ono , HERMADI Madi
Published: June 2024

Salah satu upaya untuk meningkatkan konsumsi domestik karet alam dalam rangka untuk mendongkrak harga karet alam adalah penerapan teknologi aspal karet. Jenis karet alam yang dapat digunakan untuk aditif aspal adalah lateks pekat dan karet padat. Kajian tentang kesiapan penerapan teknologi aspal karet sangatlah penting karena dapat digunakan oleh pemerintah dalam menentukan arah kebijakan penerapan aspal karet di Indonesia. Berdasarkan kajian literatur dan wawancara dengan para peneliti dan praktisi dari produsen aspal karet, dengan menggunakan perangkat pengukuran Tingkat Kesiapan Teknologi (TKT) maka tampak bahwa kesiapan teknologi aspal karet berbasis lateks pravulkanisasi mencapai TKT 9 yang artinya telah siap untuk diterapkan berdasarkan atas berbagai pertimbangan. Sementara untuk penerapan teknologi aspal karet berbasis karet padat yang telah diolah menjadi vulkanisat karet alam masih pada TKT 6. Dengan demikian upaya untuk melaksanakan penelitian dan pengembangan teknologi aspal karet padat masih sangat dibutuhkan. Beberapa hal yang perlu dilakukan untuk penelitian lebih lanjut adalah terkait formulasi dan proses pengolahan karet alam padat Standard Indonesian Rubber (SIR) 20 yang mudah dicampurkan dalam aspal dan menghasilkan mutu aspal karet yang terbaik.
Uncovering multiple influences on space use by deer mice using NEON data
Authors: O'Fallon Sean , Pinter-Wollman Noa , Mabry Katherine
Published: June 2024

Space use by animals is affected by multiple factors; previous
researchers have examined the effects of influences such as sex, body
condition, and population density on home range area. However,
evaluating the simultaneous influences of multiple factors on animal
space use has been relatively intractable due to sample size
limitations. We capitalize on National Ecological Observatory Network
(NEON) data to ask what factors determine space use by deer mice (genus
Peromyscus). We examined data from 10 years of repeated captures of
individually identified mice at 36 sites across North America. We
confirmed previous findings that males have larger home ranges than
females and that home range area decreases with increasing animal
density. In addition, our large sample size (N = 2420 individuals)
enabled us to examine the interacting influences of these and other
intrinsic and extrinsic factors using a robust statistical framework. We
found that the relationship between body condition and home range area
differs between male and female mice, and that habitat type, latitude,
and animal density all interact to influence space use. We conclude that
high throughput ecological data can be used to examine important
behavioral questions that have long eluded investigators.
A Data-Driven Transient Stability-Based Approach for Out-of-Step Prediction in Power Systems
Authors: Shazdeh Sirwan , Golpîra Hêmin , Bevrani Hassan
Published: June 2024

This paper presents a decentralized prediction-based algorithm designed
to address out-of-step (OOS) conditions in power systems. The algorithm
utilizes generator data obtained from phasor measurement units. The
transient stability of a multi-machine power system is evaluated using
the equal-area criterion (EAC). The proposed algorithm calculates the
characteristics of the P-δ curves within the EAC framework after a large
disturbance. The critical P-δ trace is determined by analyzing the
cumulative energy in the acceleration area following fault clearance.
The stability margin of the rotor angle is then computed based on the
actual active power and its relationship with the critical curve. The
algorithm predicts the occurrence of OOS by comparing the measured
active power with the corresponding value on the critical curve. The
effectiveness of the proposed algorithm is validated through simulations
conducted on the 73-bus IEEE test power system.
Criteria for Regularity in the 3D Generalized Navier-Stokes Equations with a Nonlinear Damping Term
Authors: Nuthalapati Rusheel Sai
Published: June 2024

This paper is dedicated to establishing regularity criteria for the 3D generalized Navier-Stokes equations that include a nonlinear damping term. Our primary focus is on examining how the damping term influences these regularity criteria and contributes to the global existence of solutions.
Differential response of community biomass temporal- and spatial- stabilities to nitrogen addition in an alpine meadow on the Tibetan Plateau
Authors: Bai Yang , Wang Wenjun , Luo Zhenyu , Wei Tong'an , Zhang Pengfei
Published: June 2024

The concept of community stability encompasses two independent aspects,
including both temporal and spatial dimensions. While considerable
progress has been made in understanding temporal stability at the
community level (referred to as α temporal stability), along with its
interplay with temporal stability at smaller scales and the broader
scales of β and γ temporal stability, there remains a notable gap in our
understanding of spatial stability at the community level (referred to
as α spatial stability) and its relationships with spatial stability and
asynchrony at smaller species scales. Drawing on five years of data from
a nitrogen addition experiment conducted in an alpine meadow on the
Tibetan Plateau, we examine the impacts of nitrogen addition on both
temporal and spatial stabilities of community biomass, considering
species richness, asynchrony and stability of all species, dominant, and
other non-dominant species. Our findings demonstrate that nitrogen
addition impacts the temporal and spatial stabilities of community
biomass in alpine meadow mainly through its influence on the temporal
and spatial asynchrony of dominant species and on the temporal and
spatial asynchrony at the overall species level. Furthermore, we
indicate that in the high species richness alpine meadow on the Tibetan
Plateau, temporal stability of community biomass increases rather than
decreases in response to nitrogen addition as species richness declines,
while spatial stability of community biomass remains unchanged. Our
study offers a comprehensive perspective for theoreticians, empiricists,
and policymakers, highlighting the importance of integrating the
multidimensional nature of ecological stability into research, policy
development, and decision-making processes in the face of global change.
Microphysical interactions determine the effectiveness of Solar Radiation Modification via Stratospheric Solid Particle Injection
Authors: Vattioni Sandro , Käslin Sina K , Dykema John A , Beiping Luo , Sukhodolov Timofei , Sedlacek Jan , Keutsch Frank , Peter Thomas , Chiodo Gabriel
Published: June 2024

Recent studies have suggested that stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI)
of solid particles for climate intervention could reduce stratospheric
warming compared to injection of SO2.However, interactions of microphysical processes, such as settling and
coagulation of solid particles, with stratospheric dynamics have not
been considered.Using a global chemistry-climate model with interactive solid particle
microphysics, we show that agglomeration significantly reduces the
backscatter efficiency per unit of burden compared to mono-disperse
particles, partly due to faster settling of the agglomerates, but mainly
due to increased forward- over backscattering with increasing
agglomerate size.Compared to injection of SO2, injection of 150\,nm radius
diamond particles still substantially reduces required injection rates
as well as perturbation of stratospheric winds, age of air and water
vapor concentrations due to the small stratospheric warming per
radiative forcing. Uncertainties remain as to whether stratospheric
dispersion of solid particles is feasible without formation of
agglomerates.
Anti-biofilm Activity of Phage ΦKAB and Colistin Against Carbapenem Resistance Acinetobacter baumannii
Authors: Bahr Kareema Ali , Abdulsattar Ban O. , Ibrahim Susan A. , Abd EL-Tawab Ashraf A.
Published: June 2024

Background: Carbapenem-resistant A. baumannii (CRAB) bacterium is difficult to treat with available antimicrobial agents leading to use a few antibiotics such as colistin as an option for treatment. However, the use of the colistin has serious side effects and leads to developing bacterial resistance. Objective: This study aimed to determine effectiveness of phage/colistin combination to inhibit biofilm formation of CRAB. Methods: Sixty clinical A. baummanii isolates were identified with the VITEKII system and 16S rRNA gene. The antibiotic susceptibility and detection of Oxacillinases genes were tested for all isolates. Results: The antibiotic sensitivity of A. baumannii isolates showed a high resistance percentage to Ceftriaxone (CRO) with 92% (55 isolates), and Cefotiam (CTF) with 87% (52 isolates), while the lowest percent related to Colistin (CO) with 17% (10 isolates). The results of antibiotic resistance and Oxacillinases genes reported that only 14 isolates from the current study were CRAB. Phage and host A. baumannii of phage were isolated and characterized previously. Biofilm production assay of CRAB isolates were showed that among 14 isolates including the phage host: 57% (8) was weak and 43% (6) was moderate biofilm producer. Therefore, the synergistic effect of a combination ΦKAB phage in MOI (10) and Colistin with MIC=8 µg/ml against CRAB isolates was evaluated and showed complete transfer of isolates by 100 % to weak biofilm producer compared with CRAB isolates. Conclusions: Among 60 isolates of A. baumannii, most isolates were MDR 44 (73.3%) and only 14 (23.3%) isolates were CRAB that were 57% weak and 43% moderate biofilm producers. The mixture of Colistin/ΦKAB phage could inhibit and reduce biofilm forming in CRAB isolates. Overall, the present study may provide evidence on the capability of the isolated phage to serve as a novel strategy to treat infections caused by MDR A. baumannii.
Re-use of Industrial Waste Heat Utilising Thermochemical Materials
Authors:   , Reynolds Jack
Published: June 2024

With the project aimed at recovering gaseous waste heat from industry, selecting thermochemical materials that match the site’s waste heat is crucial. An initial survey at TATA Colors, Shotton, identiﬁed three areas of waste heat generation:Locations A, B, and C, with temperatures around 110 °C, 220 °C, and 500 °C, respectively. Among six materials (salt hydrates and hydroxides) considered for their stability, energy density, and suitable decomposition temperature within the temperatures identiﬁed at the three locations, CaCl2 emerged as the most promising reactive material. Typically, salt hydrates are impregnated within porous matrices, a method known to mitigate hysteresis and enhance reaction rates. Expanded graphite (EG) was selected for the matrix component for its high surface area and thermal conductivity. An assessment of three EG-based matrices led to choosing EG and alginate-based matrices for detailed evaluation in this project. This comparative analysis identiﬁed milled expanded graphite (mEG) synthesised via the mould method (mEG-M) as the superior composite among those evaluated. Two lab-scale reactors of diﬀerent sizes were developed to evaluate the charging performance of the composites. The charge reactions were monitored via temperature and mass logging within the reactor. Although the charge analysis was conducted below 200 °C, both reactors could accommodate temperatures up to 500-600 °C, covering the possibility to simulate all three identiﬁed locations. Adjusting salt loading within the mEG-M revealed that reduced salt loading optimises material performance and stability. A 60 % salt bath concentration, achieving approximately 70.9 wt% salt loading, signiﬁcantly increased porosity. This adjustment facilitated improved kinetics and stability, accommodating expansion and deliquescence. Adjusting the composite size had less eﬀect on charge kinetics but did inﬂuence discharge performance and synthesis throughput. The determination of the optimum composite ultimately hinges on the speciﬁcs of the available waste heat source and the required throughput of the material.
Recenzia na knihu: Politická komunikácia
Authors: Čajková Andrea
Published: June 2024

TOMIĆ Z. – SMERIGA P. Politická komunikácia [Political Communication]. Banská Bystrica: Belianum, 2023. 823s. ISBN 978-80-557-2043-2.
The Effectiveness of the “Golek Garwo” Matrimonial Tradition in Forming Harmonious Families
Authors: Hasibuan Rizky Hardiansyah , Muhajir Muhammad
Published: June 2024

This article examines the effectiveness of the “Golek Garwo” matchmaking initiative organized by the Forum Ta’āruf Indonesia in facilitating the formation of harmonious families. The “Golek Garwo” event took place in Sewon Bantul, Yogyakarta. This study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach within the field research category. The primary data is sourced from alumni who have maintained successful marriages for 5 to 7 years. The findings indicate that the “Golek Garwo” program, managed by the Forum Ta’āruf Indonesia, has effectively contributed to the formation of harmonious family dynamics through arranged marriages. Predominantly, religiosity emerged as the principal determinant of marital harmony. Besides religiosity, several other supporting factors, including partner adjustment, effective communication, mutual openness, mutual understanding, and collaborative problem-solving, also strengthen marital cohesion
The Acculturation of Local and Shia Cultures in the Tabot Tradition of Bengkulu
Authors: Ilma Ilma Nailu Fitriani
Published: June 2024

This study applies J. Powell’s theory of acculturation to analyze the cultural synthesis in the Tabot ceremony, examining the mutual influences between Shia traditions and Bengkulu’s indigenous practices. Utilizing a descriptive-qualitative methodology, the research involves comprehensive library research for historical and cultural contexts, complemented by fieldwork with the Kerukunan Keluarga Tabot (KTT), the tradition’s custodians. Data analysis follows a structured three-stage process: reduction, display, and conclusion drawing/verification. This approach ensures a thorough and accurate interpretation of findings. The Tabot ceremony commemorates the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Hussein bin Ali bin Abi Talib, in the battle against Ubaidillah bin Zaid’s forces in Karbala, Iraq, on the 10th of Muharram, 61 Hijri (681 AD). Initiated by Sheikh Burhanuddin, also known as Imam Senggolo, in 1685, the first Tabot celebration marked his union with a Bengkulu native, founding the Tabot lineage. This annual event spans from the 1st to the 10th of Muharram. Although originally a Shia Islamic rite, the Tabot ceremony transformed under the influence of Sunni Islam in Bengkulu, leading the descendants of Shia propagators to fervently adopt Sunni Islam. Despite this shift, they continue to observe the Tabot Ritual as a “universal Islamic religious rite” highlighting the doctrinal harmony between Shia and Sunni Islam. Thus, the Tabot Ritual is upheld as crucial for preserving and perpetuating ancestral heritage
THEMATIC STUDY: HARAPAN DALAM BERDOA (AL-ṬAMA’) DAN IMPLEMENTASINYA DI ERA MODERN PERSEKTIF Q. SHIHAB DAN W. AL-ZUḤAILĪ
Authors: Nasution Zyan Anggra Ulfia , Halim Abdul , Syahputra Hery
Published: June 2024

Problematika yang dihadapi adalah kecenderungan masyarakat Muslim dalam mengandalkan influencer media sosial untuk menyampaikan kebutuhan mereka, hal ini bertentangan dengan ajaran Islam yang menegaskan bahwa harapan seharusnya hanya kepada Allah, selama itu membawa kebaikan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif, dengan menggunakan data primer dari ayat al-Qur'an tentang al-ṭama' dalam Tafsir Al-Misbah dan Al-Munir, serta data sekunder dari tinjauan literatur yang mendukung penelitian. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk memahami konsep al-ṭama' dalam berdoa dan bagaimana prinsip tersebut dapat diterapkan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari masyarakat Muslim di era modern. Hasil penelitian menyoroti pentingnya keseimbangan antara harapan dan ketakutan dalam ibadah kepada Allah, yang dianggap penting saat berdoa. Doa dalam Islam dipandang sebagai komunikasi vertikal kepada Allah untuk meningkatkan iman dan taqarrub ilallāh. Implementasinya meliputi keyakinan penuh pada Allah, ketundukan, konsistensi, kehadiran batin, niat yang benar, kesadaran spiritual, dan konsistensi dalam berdoa.
UPAYA MENGATASI ISLAMOPHOBIA DI INDONESIA MELALUI PENDIDIKAN SPIRITUAL (Iceberg and U-Theory Analisyst)
Authors: Zami Muhammad Rifqi Zam , Hafizh Muhammad , Juwita Dinda Helmi Kayana
Published: June 2024

Problematika riset ini adalah kesenjangan antara idealisme dalam teori pendidikan spiritual dan realitasnya, terutama terkait islamophobia di Indonesia. Meskipun pendidikan spiritual seharusnya mendorong toleransi dan humanisme tanpa diskriminasi terhadap praktik keagamaan tertentu, seperti niqab dan cadar, namun islamophobia masih menjadi masalah yang berkembang di Indonesia, mengindikasikan kelemahan implementasi pendidikan spiritual. Riset ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif-pustaka dengan mengumpulkan data primer dari literatur relevan dan data sekunder yang mendukung. Analisis dilakukan dengan metode Iceberg dan U-Theory serta pendekatan fenomenologi, dengan tujuan mengeksplorasi konsep spiritual yang dapat mengurangi islamophobia, khususnya setelah tragedi terorisme Bali tahun 2002. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan spiritual dan promosi moderasi beragama dapat mengurangi islamophobia dengan menyebarkan pemahaman yang benar tentang Islam, mengingat kesalahpahaman tentang ajaran Islam sering menjadi penyebab islamophobia.
PENGEMBANGAN BUKU AJAR PROFESI KEPENDIDIKAN BERBASIS PROBLEM BASED LEARNING PENDEKATAN PAEDAGOGIC ICARE
Authors: Simbolon Naeklan , . Farihah , Tanjung Samsidar , Mursid R.
Published: June 2024

Abstrak: Tujuan penelitian adalah mengembangkan buku ajar, mengetahui kelayakan dan keefektifan Buku Ajar Berbasis PBL Pendekatan Paedagogic ICARE yang digunakan pada mata kuliah profesi kependidikan. Metode Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian dan pengembangan (R&D) menggunakan model Borg and Gall. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada Jurusan PGSD, FIP Unimed matakuliah Profesi Kependidikan. Subyek penelitian adalah mahasiswa dan dosen dengan validasi ahli, yaitu: ahli materi, ahli desain pembelajaran, ahli desain grafis. Dan dengan melakukan uji coba perorangan, uji coba kelompok kecil dan uji coba lapangan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Buku Ajar Profesi Kependidikan Berbasis PBL Pendekatan Paedagogic ICARE dinyatakan layak digunakan dalam pembelajaran dengan kriteria sangat baik, dan Efektifitas dalam pengunaan Buku Ajar Profesi Kependidikan Berbasis PBL Pendekatan Paedagogic ICARE sehingga dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar mahasiswa pada matakuliah profesi kependidikan.  Kata Kunci: buku ajar, profesi kependidikan, problem based learning, paedagogic ICARE.  Abstract: The aim of the research is to develop a textbook, to determine the feasibility and effectiveness of the PBL-based ICARE Pedagogical Approach textbook used in educational professional courses. This research method is research and development (R&D) using the Borg and Gall model. This research was conducted at the PGSD Department, FIP Unimed, Educational Profession course. The research subjects are students and lecturers with expert validation, namely: material experts, learning design experts, graphic design experts. And by conducting individual trials, small group trials and field trials. The results of the research show that the PBL-based Educational Profession Textbook with the ICARE Pedagogic Approach is declared suitable for use in learning with very good criteria, and the effectiveness of using the ICARE PBL-Based PBL-Based Educational Profession Textbook can improve student learning outcomes in educational professional courses. Keywords: textbooks, educational profession, problem based learning, ICARE pedagogy.