bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Edukasi Dan Pelayanan Pemeriksaan Infeksi Jamur Kulit Pada Pekerja Kebersihan Universitas Di Surabaya
Authors: Arimurti Anindita Riesti Retno , Azizah Fitrotin , Artanti Dita , Samsudin Rinza Rahmawati , Sari Yeti Eka Sispita , Purwaningsih Nur Vita , Rohmayani Vella , Maulidiyanti Ellies Tunjung Sari
Published: January 2023

Work that requires being in a humid area, can cause fungal infections. Skin fungal infections in humans can be divided into two, namely dermatophytosis and non-dermatophytosis. Dermatophytosis is a superficial fungal infection that attacks the keratinized parts of the skin, nails and hair and is caused by 3 genera, namely Microsporum, Epidermophyton, and Trichophyton. While non dermatophytosis is a fungal infection of the outer skin or this type of fungal infection does not reach the keratin tissue. Non-dermatophyte fungi include Aspergillus sp., Malessezia furfur. Due to dermatophyte and non-dermatophyte fungal infections, namely itching of the skin or earlobe. This activity aims to increase the understanding of cleaning workers at one of the universities in Surabaya about the dangers of fungus on the skin, so that they can prevent and anticipate early spread. The method used in this community service activity is the presentation and discussion of the dangers of skin fungal infections. To measure the level of understanding of the participants regarding the dangers of toxoplasmosis, a pretest was conducted at the beginning and at the end of the activity. This activity was attended by 22 janitors, both male and female. The average pretest score is 49,63 points, while the average posttest score is 71,48 points. These results indicate that there is an increase in the knowledge of cleaning workers at one of the universities in Surabaya about the causes, dangers, modes of transmission and methods of preventing skin fungal diseases. Educational activities are expected to be sustainable so that the community can apply steps to prevent skin fungal infections.
Intraoperative margins in oral and oropharyngeal cancer transoral surgery – benefit from sampling method modifications.
Authors: Klimza Hanna , Greczka Grażyna , Grabowski Leszek , Majewski Przemyslaw , Banaszewski Jacek , Wierzbicka Małgorzata
Published: January 2023

Objectives: To investigate the impact on local relapse rate (LRR) and disease specific survival (DSS) of intraoperative margins (FS) obtained by circumferential sampling method, corresponding to the lesion shape and marked using clock-face orientation combined with narrow band imaging (NBI) in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma Materials and Methods: 147 consecutive patients who underwent primary surgery with radical intent for oral and oropharyngeal cancer between 2011 and 2016 were prospectively enrolled. Patients were assigned to 3 groups with different sampling methods. In group A (n=44) a classical FS sampling method was used. In group B (n=73), the clock-face orientation sampling method (FS o’clock) was used, whereas in group C (n=30), the FS o’clock method combined with NBI. The primary outcome measure was the interdependence between FS sampling methods and oncological outcomes measured by LRR and DSS. Results: In total, 1534 FS samples were obtained with range of 3-24 FS taken per case, median 7.25 in group A, 8.15 in group B and 7.52 in group C. When compared FS histology and final histology in all groups the sensitivity, specificity and accuracy were 61.54%, 98.51% and 95.24%, respectively. The overall LRR equaled 8.8%. The lowest LRR was observed in FS o’clock method combined with NBI (6.67%) followed by FS o’clock (6.85%) and FS classic (13.64%). For all patients, DSS achieved 95.92% - 95.45% in FS classic, 95.89% in FS o’clock and 96.67%. in FS o’clock combined with NBI. Conclusion: The FS o’clock sampling method combined with NBI increases the chance of achieving tumor-negative margins and in result improves the treatment outcome reflected by LRR and DSS.
Use of positron emission tomography/ computed tomography in the initial staging of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: Accuracy in evaluation of the primary site of the tumor, metastases to cervical lymph nodes, and distant metastases
Authors: Krátká Zuzana , Paska Jan , Kavka Ales , Jaruskova Monika , Lohynska Radka , Lickova Katerina , Cocek Ales
Published: January 2023

Aim:Our study aimed to evaluate the use of positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) in the initial staging of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), including assessment of local and distant spread of the disease. We also aimed to compare the accuracy of PET/CT in the evaluation of human papillomavirus (HPV) positive and HPV-negative oropharyngeal carcinoma. Material and methods:This single-center, prospective study was conducted between August 2016 and September 2021. A total of 198 patients with HNSCC who underwent PET/CT within the primary staging were included. We compared PET/CT results with histological findings. We calculated the accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative predictive values to assess the primary tumor, cervical lymph nodes, and distant metastases.Results:PET/CT showed a high success rate (32%) in revealing the primary site of carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP). The accuracy of PET/CT in displaying the primary tumor, cervical lymph node metastases, and distant metastases was 89.4%, 85.4%, and 87.4%, respectively. The method provided high sensitivity but lower specificity in all three areas. Specifically, PET/CT showed low specificity in the assessment of small tumors (75%), metastatic involvement of cervical lymph nodes (69.6%), and HPV-positive oropharyngeal carcinoma (55.6%). Conclusions:The high accuracy of PET/CT to identify distant metastases and whole-body staging in one diagnostic step accelerated primary staging and resulted in earlier commencement of therapy. However, it also led to an overestimation of clinical findings and thus to extensive surgical treatment, especially in patients with small tumors, metastatic involvement of cervical lymph nodes, and HPV- positive oropharyngeal carcinoma. PET/CT is also useful for CUP diagnostics.
Summary of the Polish Universal Neonatal Hearing Screening Program 2021year review
Authors: Greczka Grażyna , Zych Monika , Dąbrowski Piotr , Wierzbicka Małgorzata
Published: January 2023

The Polish Universal Neonatal Hearing Screening Program (PUNHSP) has been carried out in Poland for 20 years. Its main goal is to screen newborns for hearing. This examination is performed on the 2-3 days of a child's life, and in addition, information is collected on the risk factors for the development of hearing loss. In total, 486 centers participate in PPPBSuN at three reference levels. By the end of 2021, 7 million children were registered in the PPPBSuN Central Database. The most common type of hearing loss in children was bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, diagnosed in 2021 in 160 children. The report below presents the most important results and conclusions from the functioning of PPPBSuN in 2021.
Very high concentrations of birch pollen in the air of selected Polish cities in 2022 - clinical implications
Authors: Rapiejko Anna , Jurkiewicz Dariusz , Lipiec Agnieszka
Published: January 2023

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Serum concentration of total sialic acids inpatients with primary laryngeal carcinoma
Authors: Bronikowska Izabela , Świętochowska Elżbieta , Morawski Robert , Ścierski Wojciech , Czecior Eugeniusz
Published: January 2023

Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate serum concentrations of total sialic acids (TSA) in patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx preoperatively and 4 years postoperatively and to compare the results with the serum concentration of sialic acids in patients with non-neoplastic laryngeal lesions.

 Material and methods: The study comprised 52 patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx and 25 patients with non-neoplastic laryngeal lesions. Serum TSA concentrations were assessed in all patients preoperatively. 4 years after surgery, serum TSA concentrations were assessed again in 21 patients from the study group in whom recurrence was not detected.

 Results: Significantly higher serum concentrations of TSA were found in patients with laryngeal cancer compared to the control group (P < 0.05). Changes in TSA concentrations in the study group depended only on cancer grade (G). Significantly higher TSA concentrations were found in G3 patients. Such a relationship was not found for other parameters assessed. Alcohol consumption was the only important factor that affected TSA concentration in the control group. Significantly higher TSA concentrations were found in patients who admitted alcohol abuse. Significantly lower TSA concentrations were observed in patients with laryngeal cancer who were assessed 4 years postoperatively (P < 0.05).

 Conclusion: Serum concentration of TSA was increased significantly in laryngeal cancer and decreased significantly after several years of successful treatment. Further studies are warranted to assess the possibility of using sialic acids as a marker or target for immunotherapy.
Wpływ pandemii COVID-19 na wysokość emerytur w nowym systemie emerytalnym – zmiany w średnim dalszym trwaniu życia
Authors: Krajewski Marcin , Ceglarska-Jóźwiak Joanna
Published: January 2023

Wstęp: W artykule omówiono wpływ zwiększonej śmiertelności spowodowanej pandemią COVID-19 na wysokość emerytur w systemie zdefiniowanej składki w Polsce. Cel: Ukazanie i porównanie wpływu zwiększonej śmiertelności spowodowanej pandemią COVID-19 na wysokość emerytur w starym oraz w nowym systemie emerytalnym. Ukazanie wpływu zwiększonej śmiertelności na tablice średniego dalszego trwania życia. Wypracowanie rozwiązania marginalizującego wpływ zjawisk takich jak pandemie, konflikty zbrojne na wysokość świadczeń emerytalnych. Materiały i metody: Przy przygotowaniu artykułu wykorzystano metodę analizy oraz krytyki piśmiennictwa dotyczącej obliczania emerytur w systemie zdefiniowanego świadczenia, metodę statystyczną oraz metodę heurystyczną, która umożliwiła zaproponowanie modelu obliczania świadczenia odpornego na nieprzewidywalne zjawiska przyszłe.Wyniki: System zdefiniowanego świadczenia bazujący na tablicach dalszego trwania życia jest wrażliwy na zjawiska, które w krótkim przedziale czasu zwiększają śmiertelność w danej populacji. Wynika to przede wszystkim z faktu, że tablice średniego dalszego trwania życia opracowuje się w oparciu na statystykach śmiertelności z poprzedniego roku kalendarzowego. W celu ustabilizowania tablic średniego dalszego trwania życia autorzy postulują przede wszystkim wydłużenie okresu, na podstawie którego ustala się przewidywaną przeciętną długość trwania życia z jednego do trzech lub pięciu lat.
Application of bioelectrical impedance analysisin monitoring of patients with head and neckcancer after surgical intervention
Authors: Morshed Kamal , Mlak Radosław , Smoleń Agata , Małecka-Massalska Teresa
Published: January 2023

Introduction: It is estimated that about 60% of patients with head and neck cancer (HNC) show poor nutritional status, and approximately 80% lose weight during treatment. The impact of surgical procedures on the risk of further weight loss, severe malnutrition, and cachexia is a significant clinical problem that determines the higher incidence of postoperative complications, reduced effectiveness of the treatment used, longer hospitalization time, poor quality of life, and higher mortality among patients. Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) is currently recognized as a useful method of assessing the body composition and therefore the nutritional status of cancer patients.

Aim: The aim of this study is to investigate whether measured and calculated parameters of BIA change shortly after surgery and could reflect the health of cells and body composition changes.

Materials and methods: We enrolled 54 patients (males) with advanced HNC in this observational study. We collected detailed anthropometric and BIA-derived data. The Subjective Global Assessment (SGA) was used to assess nutrition.

Results: In the assessment performed one week after surgery, compared to the condition on the day of surgery, the patients had significantly lower values of nutritional status (weight; body mass index BMI; SGA), body composition (free fat mass FFM; intracellular fluid ICF; total body water TBW). Other changes include a significant increase in fat mass (FM) or extracellular fluid (ECF). Moreover, a significant reduction of phase angle (PA, one of the most important BIA-derived prognostic factors) was also noted.

Conclusions: Apart from the baseline assessment of the body composition and diagnosing nutritional disorders, it seems that BIA should be considered also in the monitoring of HNC patients undergoing surgery.
Katabasis and the Serpent
Authors: Ogden Daniel
Published: January 2023

If one descends to the Underworld, one can expect to encounter there (Aristophanesaffirms this point explicitly, but already in the Odyssey Odysseus fears that Persephone may confronthim with a Gorgon-head). This is not surprising. Under some circumstances the dead can mutateinto . The Typhon is born in the earth and emerges therefrom to threaten the gods,and is then trapped within it again by them. In art Cerberus, the guard-dog of the Underworld, oftenpossesses multiple heads, and this is because of his nature as a that his spittle containsthe venom that creates the aconite. Just as snakes live in holes in the ground, so too the great of myth live in caves, and these caves can be assimilated to or identifi ed as thresholdsof the Underworld. Beyond this, Underworld entrances can in turn be assimilated to the pestilentialgaping maws of great .
Variations in the course of the externalbranch of the superior laryngeal nerveand their importance in surgicalprocedures: an experimental cadaveric study
Authors: Nteli Chatzioglou Gkionoul , Sari Elif , Gayretli Özcan , Coşkun Osman , Öztürk Adnan , Gürses İlke Ali
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Injury of the external branch of the superior laryngeal nerve can cause a hoarse or weak voice due to the functional loss (dysergia) of the cricothyroid muscle. Defining the anatomical variations of the external branch of the superior laryngeal nerve and estimating their frequency are crucial for surgical interventions.

Aim: To reveal the topography of the external branch in the Anatolian population, to prevent injury of it during the surgical intervention in the anterior neck region.

Material and methods: 26 bilateral hemilarynges (4 females, 22 males) were dissected. The morphometric and morphological features of the external branch were examined. The obtained results were compared statistically, left and right.

Results: Landmarks such as the thyroid gland and laryngeal prominence were determined for the detection of the external branch. The variations of the course of the external branch and the points of piercing the cricothyroid muscle or inferior pharyngeal constrictor muscle were evaluated.

Discussion: Although safe approaches have been described for nerve protection during neck surgeries, injuries may occur during preliminary surgery as the mentioned nerve is thinner and more superficial than other branches of the vagus nerve. However, it can be detected more easily and safely by knowing the defined anatomical landmarks and morphological variations of the external branch.

Conclusion: The anatomical variations described can be a safe and important guide in surgeries of the anterior neck region.
Bacterial and fungal interactions in the tuberculosis pathology of common ash in Ukraine
Authors: Kulbanska Ivanna , Shvets Marina , Plikhtyak Petro , Soroka Miroslava , Goychuk Anatolij
Published: January 2023

The present study is focused on the recent epiphytotic dieback of many forest species both in Ukraine and other countries of the world. In the research on the phenomenon, there has been little concern regarding phytopathogenic bacteria, which have high reproduction energy and can penetrate the plant and cause a pathological process as vital obligates. One of the most common and harmful diseases of common ash in Ukraine is tuberculosis. The causative agent of the disease is the phytopathogenic bacterium Pseudomonas syringae subsp. savastanoi (ex Smith 1908) Janse 1982. This species affects both trunks, branches and shoots, and inflorescences of a common ash. The bacteria Pseudomonas sp., Pseudomonas fluorescens Mig., Pseudomonas syringae Van., Erwinia herbicola Eh., Xanthomonas sp. were isolated from tuberculous samples as a concomitant myco- and microbiota and micromycetes Cladosporium cladosporioides (Fresen.) G.A. de Vries., Alternaria botrytis (Preuss) Woudenb. & Crous, taxon Mycelia sterilia (dark) and Mycelia sterilia (orange), Fusarium heterosporum Lin., Fusarium sp., Cylindrocarpon didymum (Harting) Wollenw, etc. The mechanism of systemic relationships of the components of myco- and microbiota of tuberculous pathology of the common ash in the regulation (self-regulation) of pathogenicity and aggressiveness of vital obligates has been investigated. The study is focused on the prospects and expediency of using the antagonistic properties of myco- and microorganisms and biological products based on them for the prevention and protection of tree plantations from bacterial pathogens. It is shown that the pathology of the common ash is a multifaceted phenomenon with interrelated processes of an infectious and non-infectious nature. Plant diseases caused by pathogens have been increasing in number and severity over the last few decades in response to increases in human mobility, climate change, land-use intensification, urbanization and the creation of new habitat conditions (Anderson et al. 2004, Aukema et al. 2010, Meentemeyer et al. 2012). The need to distinguish between the etiology and pathogenesis of this negative phenomenon is indicated, that is, not to mix the factors that lead to the weakening of the ordinary ash (factors catalyzing the disease) and the factors that cause its epiphytotic dieback.
Problematyka zwalczania ASF w Polsce na przykładzie działań prowadzonych w Wielkopolsce
Authors: Jakubowski Mikołaj , Matusiak Bartosz , Wajdzik Marek
Published: January 2023

There has been 8 years since the first ASF case was identified in Poland. In spite of immediate actions of public administration this disease covers now all 16 districts and new outbreaks of ASF among pigs and boars are still being found. Due to its character the virus means a serious threat to agriculture and pork production not just in Poland but in Europe as well. Unfortunately, as life shows, problematic aspects of the virus fighting are not only reducing boar population and new outbreaks. Only coordinated actions of public services, veterinarians and hunters can result in reducing the disease emission onto the areas that are virus free today.
Znaczenie oddziaływania nowych mediów na reputację Polskiego Związku Łowieckiego
Authors: Pałubicki Jakub , Petsch Julia
Published: January 2023

Reputation creation and proper reputation management are important aspects of any organisation. An important tool in creating an image is the new media, which reduce the distance between the stakeholder and the association. Adequate reputation creation should therefore be in the interest, in particular, of organisations with a nationwide reach and dealing with the national good. The Polish Hunting Association, as an organisation covering the entire country with its jurisdiction, has been struggling with a negative image among the Polish society for many years. To a large extent, the association's reputation is shaped by the ubiquitous new media. Thanks to these, every organisation is able to skilfully manage its image, precisely by communicating effectively and responding correctly to the needs of the association's stakeholders. Also, with the help of the new media, reputations can quickly fall into disrepute. Their importance is therefore crucial in image management.
Radiologic anatomy of the middleear and inner ear in computed tomography images
Authors: Wojciechowski Tomasz
Published: January 2023

The development of imaging methods in the last twenty years and the increased availability of high-resolution CT of temporal bones make it possible to analyze the complex anatomy of the insides of the temporal bone in detail with greater accuracy than before. At the same time, advances in middle ear surgery require the surgeon to be familiar with the interpretation of imaging examinations. This approach makes it possible to select the treatment method individually for each patient. It may also contribute to reducing the risk of complications.The article presents a description of the CT examination technique along with a historical outline, as well as the interpretation of the CT examination of temporal bones together with the description of anatomical structures, Particular interest was brought on the middle ear structures and those visible in the CT examination. In addition, anatomical variants are presented that a person viewing the images obtained with this method may encounter.
Exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction: a rarely recognized cause of exercise-induced dyspnea. Two case reports
Authors: Litwiniuk Malgorzata , Piechuta Aleksandra , Jamróz Barbara
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction (EILO) is a transient and reversible narrowing of the larynx in response to intense physical effort. The clinical picture of EILO often resembles those of asthma or exercise induced bronchospasm. The gold standard in EILO diagnostics is nasofiberoscopic examination during intense exercise (CLE).Case Description: We present two clinical cases of athletes initially treated for asthma who were diagnosed with EILO after CLE. This allowed the initiation of phoniatric rehabilitation and initial improvement of exercise tolerance.
Rola asymetrycznego wzmocnienia kontrastowego ucha wewntrznego w badaniu MRI w diagnostyce choroby Mnirea - opis przypadku
Authors: Jasińska-Nowacka Agnieszka , Pierchała Katarzyna , Wnuk Emilia , Niemczyk Kazimierz
Published: January 2023

Wstp: Choroba Mnirea charakteryzuje si wystpowaniem napadowych zawrotw gowy z towarzyszcym szumem usznym i uczuciem penoci w uchu oraz fluktuacyjnym niedosuchem odbiorczym. Stanowi istotn przyczyn zawrotw gowy, spotykan w gabinetach lekarzy otolaryngologw, neurologw i lekarzy podstawowej opieki zdrowotnej. Rozwj technik diagnostyki obrazowej, w tym badanie rezonansu magnetycznego (MRI) ucha wewntrznego, pozwala obecnie na przyyciowe stwierdzenie wodniaka endolimfatycznego, uwaanego za podoe choroby. Z uwagi na nieznan etiologi leczenie choroby Mnirea jest przede wszystkim objawowe. Aktualne midzynarodowe wytyczne ds. diagnostyki i leczenia choroby Menierea, zalecaj terapi eskalacyjn, rozpoczynajc si od leczenia zachowawczego, a zwieczon metodami chirurgicznymi proponowanymi pacjentom z agresywnym przebiegu choroby. Miar skutecznoci leczenia jest redukcja liczby atakw wirowych zawrotw gowy, uwaanych za najbardziej uciliwy aspekt schorzenia. Opis przypadkuPrzedstawiono przypadek pacjenta z jednostronn zdefiniowan chorob Mnirea o zaawansowanym przebiegu klinicznym, u ktrego w badaniu MRI nie stwierdzono obecnoci wodniaka endolimfatycznego, a jedynie wzrost wysycenia kontrastowego limaka po stronie wystpowania objaww. Pacjent zosta zakwalifikowany do operacji neurektomii przedsionkowej z dostpu przez rodkowy d czaszki. Leczenie operacyjne skutkowao cakowitym ustpieniem zawrotw gowy. W kontrolnym badaniu, wykonanym osiem miesicy po operacji przecicia nerwu przedsionkowego z dostpu przez rodkowy d czaszki, stwierdzono istotne zmniejszenie zakontrastowania ucha operowanego. PodsumowanieBadanie rezonansu magnetycznego stwarza moliwo monitorowania przebiegu choroby w uchu wewntrznym po zastosowanym leczeniu. Omwiony przypadek oraz przegld literatury pozwalaj sdzi, i asymetryczne wzmocnienie objawowego ucha jest wczesnym radiologicznym objawem u pacjentw z chorob Mnirea, a wczenie postawiona diagnoza oraz odpowiednio wdroona terapia daj szans na popraw komfortu ycia pacjenta, a by moe take zatrzymanie patologicznych procesw zachodzcych w uchu wewntrznym.
Aprendizagem da Língua Portuguesa por Alunos Surdos
Authors: Silva Izilda de Carvalho Nolêto e
Published: January 2023

O presente artigo tem como objetivo realizar uma reflexão sobre como anda a qualidade da aprendizagem da língua portuguesa por alunos surdos. Inicialmente é feita uma análise de algumas constatações que nos mostram como a utilização da língua brasileira de sinais é essencial para qualquer aprendizagem do aluno surdo. Feito isso, se discorre sobre os motivos de o português necessitar ser ensinado como um segundo idioma para esses alunos. Entendido que não há como ensinar o aluno surdo a ler e a escrever sem ter a língua brasileira de sinais como base, há algumas conclusões sobre os principais problemas educativos dos surdos. Além disso, há uma explanação breve sobre como ocorre a aprendizagem da língua portuguesa pelos referidos alunos. Conclui-se com algumas sugestões sobre quais devem ser os principais focos e adequações que os professores de surdos devem fazer para que eles possam dominar a leitura e escrita do português.
Considerações sobre Inteligência e Formação no Serviço Públlico
Authors: Góes João Kleber Ferreira , Góes Maria Aparecida Soares
Published: January 2023

O desenvolvimento produtivo do cidadão requer incentivo e prerrogativas educacionais que impulsionem sua capacidade de desenvolvimento intelectual e, consequentemente, político, social, profissional e familiar. O desenvolvimento das inteligências múltiplas e do equilíbrio emocional se faz necessário para promover a comunicação interpessoal e a tolerância das diversas relações humanas em todos os setores da sociedade. Atualmente, quase todos os setores da vida profissional, social, cultural, educacional e religiosa exigem trabalho em equipe, o homem já não pode trabalhar sozinho, uma exigência do paradigma sistêmico; natureza e homem interagem numa subjetividade na qual as relações humanas são baseadas na interação dos indivíduos.  A divisão do trabalho cada vez maior torna o dia a dia dos setores de trabalho mais dependente da equipe e dos indivíduos que a compõem para que o mesmo seja desenvolvido com eficiência e eficácia. Dessa forma, o presente estudo conta com o escopo de reconhecer a importância da formação para a composição laboral do servidor público, abarcando os estudos voltados para a inteligência.
Mulching and fertigation in okra (Abelmoschus esculentus)
Authors: NARAYANANKUTTY C , SREELATHA U , PRAMEELA K P
Published: January 2023

Experiment was conducted in okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) (var. Arka Anamika) to study the effect of drip irrigation with and without mulch along with fertigation at Agricultural Research Station, Mannuthy during 2012-13 and 2013-14. Treatments comprised two levels of irrigation, viz. I1: drip irrigation at 0.60 ET, I2: drip irrigation at 0.80 ET, two mulching treatments, viz. M1: mulching with 30 μ silver black polythene sheet, M2: without mulching and three fertigation treatments, viz. F1: 75% RDF (Recommended Dose of Fertilizer), F2: 100 % RDF and F3: 125% RDF. Drip irrigation, fertigation and mulching treatments induced earliness and significantly enhanced the number of fruits and yield/plant. Treatment I2F3M1 recorded significantly highest yield of 1.46 kg/plant and number of fruits (53.88). Mulching had positive significant impact on yield and the results were significant even when irrigation is given at 0.60 ET. All the treatments with mulch irrespective of irrigation and fertiliser levels recorded higher water use efficiency when compared to corresponding treatments without mulch. At the highest dose of fertilizer(125 % of RDF), the significant influence of mulch was evident at 0.60 as well as 0.80 ET. From the study conducted it can be recommended that if water is a limiting factor, irrigation at 0.60 ET along with mulching and 75% of recommended dose of fertilizer is sufficient to achieve a yield of 23.87 tonnes/ha. If there is sufficient water availability, a higher level of irrigation at 0.80 ET along with mulching and 125% of recommended dose of fertiliser can be adopted for achieving a significantly higher yield of 32.44 tonnes/ha.
Genetic variability estimates in Indian jujube (Ziziphus mauritiana) under semi-arid conditions of Rajasthan
Authors: CHOUDHARY H D , GARHWAL O P , CHOUDHARY M R
Published: January 2023

A study was conducted to analyse the genetic variability for different characters using 20 diverse genotypes of Indian jujube or ber (Ziziphus mauritiana Lamk.) during 2014-15 and 2015-16 under semi-arid conditions of Rajasthan. The study comprised 14 year old trees of diverse genotypes of ber, viz. Saphar Chandni, Gola, Tikadi, Phalisa Alwari, Thornless, Katha, Katha Bombay, Tabes Taso, Meharun, Dharkhi, Lakhan, Ilaichi, Pathani, Chhuhara, Nazuk, Kheera, ZG-3, Kathaphal, Sukhawani and Ashapuri-2 planted at Asalpur Farm, Department of Horticulture, SKN College of Agriculture, Jobner, Jaipur, Rajasthan in RBD replicated thrice. Analysis of variance revealed that there are highly significant difference among the 20 genotypes tested for all characters studied indicating the presence of variability. The PCV value was relatively greater than GCV for all traits. High GCV along with high heritability and genetic advance as percent of mean was found in fruit weight, volume of fruit, pulp weight, pulp: stone ratio, total acidity, ascorbic acid, TSS: acid ratio and fruit yield/ tree therefore, these characters may be of great importance to a breeder in selecting a desirable genotype.
Mitigating the effect of drought stress on yield in wheat (Triticum aestivum) using arbuscular mycorrhiza fungi (Glomus mosseae)
Authors: RANI BABITA , MADAN SHASHI , POOJA POOJA , SHARMA K D , KUMARI NISHA , KUMAR ASHWANI
Published: January 2023

The arbuscular mycorrhiza fungus (AMF) (Glomus mosseae) is a beneficial microorganism used in agriculture as an efficient tool to improve plant growth and nutrition by inducing symbiotic association with crops. The present investigation was conducted to study the contribution of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus to drought tolerance in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) grown under normal irrigated conditions and in water stress created by withholding irrigation at jointing and heading stage under net house environment. Wheat seeds of two wheat varieties WH 1025 and WH 1105 were grown in pots after treatment with or without the AMF. Under water stress conditions, the wheat variety WH 1025 performed better in terms of growth and yield attributes as compared to WH 1105. The results obtained showed a significant improvement by AMF on plant height, number of productive tillers, spike length, number of spikelet, grain/spike, grain weight/spike and test weight under both irrigated and drought stress condition. Biomass and grain yields were higher in plants treated with mycorrhiza than non-mycorrhizal plants of both the varieties irrespective of soil moisture. Therefore, the results suggest that mycorrhizal inoculation play a vital role in improving growth and yield in wheat by reducing the effects of drought stress and sustain the wheat crop under the semi-arid environments.
Biology and behavior of white stem borer (Scirpophaga fusciflua) on rice (Oryza sativa) in India
Authors: KUMAR ANKIT , RAM LAKHI , SINGH RAM , SINGH BANVIR
Published: January 2023

The laboratory and screen house experiment was conducted to study the biology and behavior of Scirpophaga fusciflua Hampson (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) during kharif 2015. The female moth oviposited both on dorsal and ventral surfaces of the leaf. The eggs were laid in masses and covered with brownish hairs of anal tuft. The eggs were hatched in 5-7 days with an average of 5.25±0.09 days. The maximum eggs hatched on 5th day (93.62%) with 92.31% egg hatchability. The females laid eggs in the night between 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during the study. The insect has five larval instars. The pupal period lasted for 7-9 days and the adults emerged out from the pupae at night between 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm during dusk hours. Adults exhibited sexual dimorphism. The number of eggs per female ranged from 64-212 with an average of 138.60±15.67 eggs. The longevity of male and female ranged from 2-3 days in male and 2-4 days in female, respectively. The morphometrics of different development stages are also discussed. This study is the first to describe the biology S. fusciflua in India.
Pengaruh Budaya Kerja, Motivasi Kerja dan Pelatihan Kerja terhadap Kinerja Karyawan CV Green Riverina Demeling Jepara Jawa Tengah
Authors: Mahfud Roghibun Ainun , Sadana Stefanus Sri , Safaria Siti
Published: January 2023

The purpose of this study is to obtain empirical evidence and analyze the factors affecting employee performance. Independent variables in this study are work culture, work motivation, job training. While the dependent variable in this study is employee performance. The company used in this study is a company engaged in furniture export called CV Green Riverina. The total sample in this study was 58 employees of CV Green Riverina. This study used the multiple linear regression method to examine the influence of independent variables on dependent variables. The results showed that work culture variables have a positive and significant effect on employee performance, Work Motivation has no effect on employee performance, while job training has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Adjusted R Square of 0.459 which means that employee performance is influenced by work culture, work motivation, job training with a percentage of 45.9% and the remaining 54.1% is influenced by other factors.
Perception of Politics and Voting Behaviour among Healthcare Students in Chennai: A Cross – Sectional Study
Authors: A Vinita Mary , R Kesavan , Abirami Vetriselvan  , Silambarasan R V  , Narmadha Devi P  , Magdline A
Published: January 2023

Background : For the progress of a nation, active participation of healthcare professionals in decision making is important.
Aim : To evaluate the political awareness and voting behavior among the students belonging to various streams of healthcare profession.
Materials and Method : This cross-sectional survey was conducted among 381 students aged between 17-28 years from various Healthcare Educational Institutes in Chennai by means of a self-administered questionnaire comprising 20 questions.
Results : On analysis, the mean knowledge score was found to be 4.189±1.45. The participants from the lower socio-economic class had a higher mean knowledge score of 4.38±1.72. The psychology of participants towards political participation revealed a disparaging opinion regarding the veracity and transparency of Indian political system.
Conclusion : The true spirit of patriotism had been dampened over years with the false political propaganda due to widespread political illiteracy. Active socio-political participation from healthcare professionals can aid in the progress of the nation.
Overview of Recent Development of Needle-Trap Devices for Analysis of Volatile Compounds
Authors: Raynie Douglas E.
Published: January 2023

Needle-trap devices (NTDs) are another sorbent-based tool in the haystack of methods used in analytical extractions. Syringe needles, similar to those used for gas chromatography (GC) injection, can be partially filled with suitable sorbents and are used for extracting and collecting volatile organics, followed by injection into a GC instrument via thermal desorption. Although NTDs share many similarities and advantages of solid-phase microextraction (SPME), the larger sorbent bed provides robustness and offers potentially exhaustive extractions. This month, we take a look at the principles and applications of NTDs, and recent developments in their use.
Infrared Spectroscopy of Polymers X: Polyacrylates
Authors: Smith Brian C.
Published: January 2023

Acrylate polymers are derivatives of acrylic acid, but contain a plethora of different functional groups and are best discussed by themselves. In this column, we study the spectrum of an important polymer, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), which is otherwise known as plexiglass, and is found in windows, car parts, and paint. We then study the spectra of PMMA mixtures and copolymers in detail.
The 2023 Emerging Leader in Atomic Spectroscopy Award
Authors: Workman Jerome
Published: January 2023

This year’s Atomic Spectroscopy Award recipient is Andreas Riedo. For the past decade, Riedo’s research has focused on the development of fundamental measurement methodologies using miniaturized laser ablation–desorption ionization mass spectrometry (LIMS or LMS) for the chemical (elements, isotopes, and molecules) analysis of complex mineral surfaces, including semiconductor crystalline solids and materials found in space exploration.
PHENOTYPIC PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS OF YIELD AND GROWTH TRAITS FOR SELECTION OF SUITABLE MUNGBEAN (Vigna radiata L.) VARIETIES IN THE SOUTHERN REGION OF BANGLADESH
Authors: HOSSAIN M. M. , HOWLADER M. H. K. , KHAN MD. MAHMUDUL HASAN , KHAN A. B. M. M. , MALLIK M. R. , BAIN S. K. , SHILA A. , UDDIN M. R.
Published: January 2023

An experiment was conducted at the research farm of Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU), Dumki, Patuakhali, during the period from January to April 2015 to evaluate the growth, development, and yield performance of seven mungbean varieties for obtaining the most productive variety suitable for Patuakhali region. The experiment was laid out in a Randomized Complete Block Design with three replicates. Among the varieties, BARI mung 4 showed better performance in respect of growth, development, and yield contributing characteristics compared to other varieties. The results showed better performance on growth characters namely, the number of leaves per plant (15.62), branches per plant (5.427), leaf area per plant (1079 cm2), and total dry matter weight per plant (9.64 g) were recorded in BARI mung 4. The highest seed yield recorded in BARI mung 4(1.69t ha-1) might be due to superior growth characteristics thereby seed yield. Besides, BARI mung 4 produced a pod number of 24.22 and the maximum number of seeds per pod (6.42). In contrast, the lowest seed yield was recorded in the local variety (0.81 t ha-1) for its inferior growth and yield contributing characters. Therefore, BARI mung 4 may be cultivated commercially in the southern region of Bangladesh.
LANDAU SUB-BAND FIELDS IN CH3NH3PBI3 CRYSTALS WITHIN WIGNER–SEITZ PRIMITIVE CELL
Authors: ORORI MOSIORI, CLIFF
Published: January 2023

The titling of orientations is believed to influence electrostatic and steric interactions on sub-band touching levels, positions and density of states in a CH3NH3PbI3 perovskite crystal. Sub-band touching exhibit recursive properties that sometimes result in forming new material properties like an adjusted band gap, a modified sub band energy level, a modified ground level excitation state, a modified density of state or a lattice frustration when exposed to an external magnetic field in the Bravais lattice. A geometrical structural model with a tight-bound sub band structure was developed in this study. It was analyzed with an aim of describing how its tight-bound electrons are influenced by a rational magnetic field to distort tilting and rotation in CH3NH3PbI3 lattice. The model had a rotating and tilting orientation angle, (ψ) with a precision angle, Φ. It was analyzed. The findings showed that, out of all the sum of angles in all the orientations, it is only the precession angle that was to influence electrostatic and steric interactions and only two angles were found to influence the lead–iodine-bond lengths, density of states modify sub bands level tilting. The finding also showed that a magnetic field has a significant influence on sub band touching of immediate neighbouring sub bands since it since a frustration in the lattice was exhibited as a recursive property. It was then concluded that a sum of density of states below an energy gap in a CH3NH3PbI3 lattice under an irrational magnetic field had a significant influence on sub band touching the magnitudes and thus influencing its density of states.
PROXIMATE COMPOSITION AND SEASONAL VARIATION IN SELECTED Scomberomorus guttatus AND Sardinella longiceps - FINFISHS WERE DETERMINED IN NAGAPATTINAM COAST, SOUTH INDIA
Authors: GOVINDARAJAN ELANGOVAN , MARIAPPAN RAMASAMY , PANDIAN ARJUN , SIVAMANI GANESAN
Published: January 2023

The finfishes Scomberomorus guttatus and Sardinella longiceps are economically important, so selected for dissimilar sizes, proximate concern to and gross energy in relation to dissimilar seasons, size and sex groups with the vision of assessing the nutritive values like carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, energy, ash,  and   their % contributions, males (M), females (F) and Indeterminates (IM) selected for these studies. In results, the S. longiceps in summer season showed highest amount of crude protein was observed (4-7 cm; 73.21%) from IM followed by in summer IM showed (11-13 cm; 72.79%), carbohydrate crude content was noticed from F (17-19 cm; 4.85%) in summer followed by in post-monsoon showed (17-19 cm; 4.55%) F. Lipid content maximum amount was observed in F (17-19 cm; 22.43%) summer followed by same size F (20.03%), in pre-monsoon highest ash content was in M (11-13 cm; 4.38%) observed followed by same season in IM (8-10 cm; 4.27%), highest energy was noticed summer in F (17-19 cm; 21.45%) followed by same F in post-monsoon showed (17-19 cm; 20.25%). In S. guttatus the highest amount of crude protein was observed (4-8 cm; 73.13%) in pre-monsoon IM followed by same season IM showed (9-12 cm; 73.02%), carbohydrate content was noticed from F (21-24 cm; 3.92%) in pre-monsoon, followed by same F showed (21-24 cm; 3.85%). The lipid content was observed from F in pre-monsoon (21-24 cm; 20.01%) followed by same season in M was obtained (17-20 cm; 19.02%), highest ash content was expressed in IM (9-12 cm; 5.12%) monsoon followed by same season IM (4-8 cm; 5.11%), highest energy content was noticed in pre-monsoon in M (21-24 cm; 19.95 MJ/kg) followed by same season F showed (21-24 cm; 19.55 MJ/kg), concluded that selected finfishes are nutritionally important.
Managerial Skills: Does Family Ownership Make a Difference?
Authors: Bulog Ivana , Jukić Ivona , Kružić Dejan
Published: January 2023

More than ever before, success or a failure of a modern company is the result of managers’ ability to adopt his/her way of managing everyday changing circumstances. The organizational environment demands effective managers with the ability to make effective decisions which will shape business performance. So, it could be acknowledged that among several different factors that can determine a company’s progress, the key factors are managers - their qualities and skills. This paper considers similarities and differences among managers in two companies in Croatia - family owned and nonfamily owned - analyzing eight essential skill areas where they should focus their efforts: understanding team dynamics, selecting and developing the right people, delegating, motivating, managing conflict, communicating, decision making and problem solving, and avoiding common managerial mistakes. Qualitative research was conducted and interesting and somewhat puzzling results were found. Results indicated that ownership made a difference concerning managerial skills. Based on the overall findings, the research offers foundation for future research in this area. The implications of the findings are discussed in terms of value for managers and their companies due to the improvement and development of all essential areas of managing.
Corporate Governance and Economic Crisis in Developing Countries
Authors: Todorović Igor , Pucar Stevo
Published: January 2023

The paper analyses influence of global economic crisis on enterprises from developing countries. Analysis is conducted with the goal of determining the reason of crisis and imposing recommendations for mitigation of effects arose from crisis. Main assumption is that irresponsible behaviour of decision makers is the main cause of economic crisis. Due to this, standards and good practice of corporate governance in OECD countries and the Republic of Srpska are analyzed with goal to indicate the omissions in their implementation. Also attitudes of OECD action plan for improvement of corporate governance are presented and recommendations for improvement for state of corporate governance in the Republic of Srpska are imposed.
Corporate Governance and Ownership Structure
Authors: Todorović Igor , Pucar Stevo
Published: January 2023

The highly concentrated ownership in the Bosnia and Herzegovina market provides a rich environment to explore corporate governance practices. The paper will assess effects that ownership structure of companies has on the level of implementation of corporate governance in companies listed on the Official market of the Banja Luka Stock Exchange. Results of implementation of the corporate governance in companies will be presented using Scorecard analysis for evaluation of the implementation of practices and principles of corporate governance for companies which are listed on the Official market of the Banja Luka Stock Exchange. Ownership structure will be presented in three groups of owners determined by controlling owner: government, domestic and foreign owners. Paper will show correlation and effect which different owners of companies have on the level of implementation of corporate governance in these companies.
Ukraińcy w Piotrkowie Trybunalskim w okresie międzywojennym (1920-1939)
Authors: Warzocha Daniel
Published: January 2023

Nieliczni Ukraińcy przebywali w Piotrkowie Trybunalskim już w okresie panowania carskiego. Najczęściej byli żołnierzami armii rosyjskiej. Także w czasie I wojny światowej pojawili się w Piotrkowie uchodźcy pochodzący z Ukrainy. Większa grupa Ukraińców przybyła do Piotrkowa po 1920 roku. Wojska Ukraińskiej Republiki Ludowej walczyły u boku Wojska Polskiego przeciwko sowieckiej Rosji. Ukraińcy nie zdołali jednak utworzyć niepodległego państwa, zaś wojska ukraińskie zostały internowane w Polsce. Obóz Internowanych nr 11 znajdował się w Piotrkowie, na terenie koszar Wojska Polskiego. Powstał na przełomie grudnia 1920 i stycznia 1921 roku, został zlikwidowany w listopadzie 1921 roku. Był to najmniejszy z podobnych obozów w Polsce. Przebywało w nim od 372 do 576 osób – żołnierzy i członków ich rodzin. Na tle innych podobnych placówek piotrkowski obóz dla internowanych wyróżniał się pod względem dobrej jakości warunków lokalowych. Faktycznie był miejscem stałego zakwaterowania, a nie izolacji. Żołnierze ukraińscy mieli w ciągu dnia możliwość opuszczania obozu i swobodnego poruszania się po mieście i jego okolicy. Mogli podejmować pracę zarobkową. Internowani mogli prowadzić działalność oświatową, kulturalną, religijną, sportową i wydawniczą, mogli tworzyć i prowadzić warsztaty rzemieślnicze. W obozie w Piotrkowie w 1921 roku funkcjonowało kółko kulturalno-oświatowe. Utworzono szkołę dla analfabetów. Organizowano kursy języków obcych oraz historii ukraińskiego piśmiennictwa. W obozie działał chór. Wydawano kilka czasopism. W Piotrkowie działał w 1921 roku Związek Internowanych Ukraińskich Studentów. Nie utworzono natomiast kaplicy, a internowani korzystali z piotrkowskiej cerkwi prawosławnej. Po rozwiązaniu obozu część byłych żołnierzy pozostała w Piotrkowie. W różnych latach przebywało ich w mieście około 140-170. Najlepiej wykształceni pracowali jako urzędnicy, inni jako robotnicy w fabrykach i rolnictwie. Część ożeniła się z Polkami, a ich potomkowie mieszkają w Piotrkowie do dziś.