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SOCIAL CAPITAL SUPPORT ON PASTORAL COMPETENCE IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE CHURCH
Authors: Kres Ari Kawalo  , Adriana Madya Marampa
Published: October 2022

Competence is an essential thing in the development and growth of an organization. The church is an organizational unit that requires pastoral competence. Pastoral competence needs to be developed in improving church performance. A pastor must be able to have the social capital to improve church performance. The population of this study was pastors throughout Indonesia. The sample in this study were pastors of the Pentecostal Church in Indonesia (GPdI) spread across several regions in Indonesia as many as 42 pastors. The method in this study uses quantitative methods with SEM-PLS. The results showed that the competence of the pastor affects social capital. It can be seen from the analysis test showing that the variable considered to be significant if the P-value is smaller than the predetermined significant value (0.000 < 0.05), thus hypothesis H1 is accepted. The results of the study show that there is a relationship between social capital and church performance. It can be shown by the results of the SEM-PLS analysis showing that the P-value is smaller than the predetermined significant value (0.000 < 0.05); thus, hypothesis H2 is accepted. The results showed that there was a relationship between social capital and church performance. The results showed that there was a relationship between social capital and performance. It shows that the P-value is smaller than the predetermined significant value (0.000 < 0.05). Thus the hypothesis H3 is accepted. The originality of this study is that the competence of a pastor affects social capital, using several new dimensions that previous researchers have not studied
Future Impact on Pakistan Economy in the 21st Century Shifting of Global Power
Authors: Muhammad Ismail  , Rani Siti Fitriani
Published: October 2022

The Wakhan Corridor is surrounded by the concerned region of Mekandar. The access strip is located at the intersection of four countries, the mainland of Afghanistan, Tajikistan, China and  Pakistan. The Wakhan Corridor has  been  the mainly vital intersection point of the Silk Road since its inception. This corridor has long been used by Europeans and Chinese as a trade path to reach the Indian plains and sea lines of communication in the Indian Ocean via the coasts of the Arabian Sea. At the joint of China, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Tajikistan lies a small extend of land in Afghanistan's Badakhshan province known as the Wakhan Corridor. Being a passage of the old Silk Road, this corridor is of great historical value. It still has a lot of room for increase in terms of tourism and regional connectivity. Wakhan region is considered relatively peaceful as there is no law-and-order problem.  Construction of  the  road  through  Wakhan  will improve regional trade and business, especially for Pakistan, Central Asia and Afghanistan. It could provide the fastest trade route for China to access Afghanistan and Pakistan for access to Central Asia. In this context, the research explores the possibilities of revitalizing the Wakhan Corridor through the construction of road infrastructure. This paper highlights the economical importance of the Wakhan Corridor in the light of the emerging regional scenario. Both ISIS and the Pakistani Taliban are essential to disrupt the corridor and create security challenges for development. To benefit from future trade improvements along the Wakhan Corridor, the three countries (Pakistan, China and Tajikistan) should focus on the security and political situation.
THE EKOPUITIKA THEORY
Authors: Misnawati Misnawati  , Petrus Poerwadi  , Alifiah Nurachmana  , Alifiah Nurachmana  , Syarah Veniaty  , Stefani Ratu Lestariningtyas  , Nirena Ade Christy  , Ibnu Yustiya Ramadhan  , Yulina Mingvianita  , Anwarsani Anwarsani  , Siti Rahmawati
Published: October 2022

This study aims to: (1) describe the sense of ekopuitika theory; (2) describe the working mechanism of ekopuitika theory; and (3) describe the application of the ekopuitika theory in the oral literature.

The theory used in this research is  ekopuitika theory, ecology theory, and poetics theory.

The data collecting technique or data collection process utilized in this research are as follows: (1) recording technique, either audio or audiovisual, (2) notes, (3) rooted interview, (4) literature study and documentation analysis.

The finding of the research is (1) the meaning ekopuitika theory is literary theory/knowledge of poetry which is associated with the environment. (2) the working mechanism is started from analyzing the poetics theory which consists of: 1. Sound that includes: a) rima; (b) assonance; (c) alliteration; (d) anaphora; (e) efoni; (f) kakafoni; and (g) onomatopoeic. 2. Rime (metrum and rhythm) 3. Word includes: (a) vocabulary; (b) diction; (c) figurative language; (d) imagery; and (e) linguistic factors. 4. Phrase that includes: (a) nominal phrases; (b) verbal phrase; (c) the numeral phrase; (d) the adverb phrase; and (e) the prepositional phrase. 5. Sentence/array includes: (a) declarative sentences; (b) interrogative sentences; (c) the imperative sentence; and (d) the exclamatory sentence. 6. The discourse that includes: (a) cohesion and (b) coherence.

The next how it works, is further analyzed once more with the ecology theory that includes: (a) the representation of nature: plant, animal, mountain, water, sea, land, air, sun, and sky; (b) the manifestation of the representation of behavior: traditional event (ritual), religion, knowledge, cosmology, language, myth, art, moral, and housing.

After the ekopuitika theory applied in the oral literature there was a result that evidently for the representation of nature related to the plant and animal, while for the representation of the behavior associated with the traditional event (ritual) and language.
Introducción: El estado actual de la metodología en la investigación social en España
Authors: Díaz de Rada Vidal , Verd Joan Miquel
Published: October 2022

El artículo presenta los textos del número monográfico dedicado al estado actual de la metodología en la investigación social en España. El artículo realiza una breve presentación de cada uno de los textos, que han sido elegidos con el objetivo de mostrar un panorama lo más amplio posible, tanto en relación con las temáticas, como en la orientación metodológica y la experiencia investigadora de los autores. Se destaca que los artículos presentados muestran una especial preocupación por el rigor y la innovación metodológica, lo cual los conecta con las principales preocupaciones actuales en la reflexión metodológica internacional. Además, se subraya el propósito divulgador de todos ellos, al ofrecer recomendaciones de carácter práctico, huyendo de discursos abstractos y de la investigación sin aplicabilidad.
El análisis cuantitativo de trayectorias laborales. Un estado del arte
Authors: Carbonell Asins Juan Antonio , Simó Noguera Carles Xavier
Published: October 2022

La metodología cuantitativa aplicada al estudio de las trayectorias laborales ha experimentado un rápido auge que se ha extendido más allá del tradicional análisis de secuencias. El presente artículo es un estado del arte del desarrollo de nuevas técnicas estadísticas que pueden aplicarse o ya se aplican al estudio de trayectorias laborales. Además, incluimos sugerencias de software estadístico para la aplicación de cada una de las técnicas descritas. A lo largo de todo el texto, podrá observarse que la descripción de cada técnica se ha realizado desde un punto de vista conceptual, con el objetivo de llegar a un público amplio, que no necesite poseer una fuerte formación estadística. Es mediante esta visión general que mostraremos las debilidades y fortalezas que cada técnica presenta, así como el hilo conductor que nos lleva de una a otra. Este trabajo parte de una perspectiva global en el estudio de las trayectorias laborales que luego tiende hacia una perspectiva más compleja, en que el interés se centra en una pequeña parte de dichas trayectorias o incluso de simples cambios de estado. La creciente complejidad de los modelos desarrollados será objeto de discusión final debido a los nuevos retos que presentan su aplicación e implementación. Es en este contexto donde argumentaremos la necesidad de un perfil estadístico en el marco de los proyectos de investigación, tal y como sucede en otras áreas científicas. Finalmente, debatiremos la utilidad de la estadística bayesiana a la hora de enfrentarse a modelización compleja.
Petrological, Geochemical and Mechanical Characteristics of Afghan White Marble
Authors: Qanit Prof. Abdul Bari , Khairuddin Prof. , Alem Ziarahman , Zaheer Hamid , salih Abdulhaq , Bawry Ahmad Faham , Ullah Safi , Nadir Sohaib , Noori UlfatUllah
Published: October 2022

The aim of this article is to examine the Geological, Geochemical, Mineralogical, and Physical-Mechanical characteristic of Afghan White Marble deposit in Nangahar province Afghanistan. The objective of the article includes information about the value, quantity & quality of the marble mine. In addition, this study summarizes information related to the marble mining methods, Processing and production tools technologies used for extracting of Marble in Afghanistan. To achieve, the aim of the research, library, field and Laboratory methods have been used. The library result shows the general information related to Geology, Tectonic and Magmatic of the study areas. A fieldwork was conducted in the study area and appropriate measurements i.e. Geographical location and reserve estimation were taken and also 10 sample of marble were collected from the mine of Ghondy n Mamakhail for lab analyses. The collected samples were analyzed by using different analytical methods such as XRF, Electron polarizing microscope and mechanical tests such as compressive strength, specific gravity, absorption, and unit weight. ASTM standard is used to interpret and compare the results from the above mechanical analyses. The XRF and microscopic analyses show that the marble from Nangrhar Province Shirzad district Kodikhel have dolomite composition. The results from different mechanical and physical tests showed that these marbles have high consistency against any types of applied pressure, and have high value, which can be used in various construction’s affairs. In Summary, you need to focus on the results and interpretation of those analyses.
Demonstrativo de um Sistema MAGE com a Antena do P-95 e Processamento em Tablet
Authors: De Mello Rafael Gonçalves Licursi , Sousa Fernando Rangel de , Junqueira Cynthia , Chinatto Adilson
Published: October 2022

Este artigo apresenta um demonstrativo de Sistema de Medidas de Apoio à Guerra Eletrônica (MAGE) baseado em Rádio Definido por Software (RDS), com processamento em tablet e aplicação da antena do MAGE da aeronave P-95. Experimentos apontaram que o dispositivo proposto, quando confrontado com emissões características de sinais-radar, detectou pulsos recebidos e seus parâmetros com uma taxa de erro em torno de 0,05 %, quando apenas um sinal era recebido ou quando um ambiente eletromagnético complexo era simulado. O sistema foi capaz de indicar o nome dos emissores simulados segundo uma Biblioteca de Missão (BIM). Por último, este trabalho evidencia que ele poderia operar até 40 GHz com a integração de detectores de envoltória e amplificadores adequados para tal.
Persistência da aplicabilidade de informações de imagens SAR orbitais em missões aéreas de vigilância e reconhecimento
Authors: Falqueto Leonan Entringer , Costa André Negrão , Geraldo Diego , Paes Rafael Lemos
Published: October 2022

Satélites SAR fornecem diversos dados para apoio ao planejamento de missões de patrulha marítima, porém devido à resolução temporal de tais meios de vigilância e ao dinamismo intrínseco ao cenário marítimo, esses dados podem se tornar imprecisos em algumas horas. Este trabalho propõe uma solução computacional que atualiza probabilisticamente esse cenário projetando a posição dos alvos horas à frente, considerando diferentes tempos de reação dos meios de vigilância. Para tanto, o movimento de cada contato é modelado através de distribuições de probabilidade que representam seu comportamento provável e um cenário atualizado é projetado utilizando o método de Monte Carlo. Conclui-se que a utilização dessa metodologia permite analisar a persistência da aplicabilidade das informações coletadas e, inclusive, aponta para oportunidades operacionais do uso em situações de silêncio eletrônico.
Utilização da heurística Extremal Optimization para alocação coordenada de múltiplos alvos em Combate Aéreo BVR
Authors: Macedo Leonardo Honorio , Scarpel Rodrigo Arnaldo , Marques Henrique Costa
Published: October 2022

Este trabalho investigou a heurística Extremal Optimization (EO) para a resolução do problema de Alocação Armamento-Alvo, do inglês Weapon-Target Assignment (WTA), quando aplicado a um contexto de Combate Aéreo Além do Alcance Visual, do inglês Beyond Visual Range (BVR). O WTA é um problema de otimização combinatória, classificado como NP-Completo. Devido a esta característica, sua complexidade cresce exponencialmente a medida que o número de variáveis aumenta. Assim, métodos heurísticos se mostram os mais adequados a esta classe de problemas, se comparado a tentativa de resolução por métodos exatos. O Experimento realizado neste trabalho demonstrou que o EO adaptado ao WTA em um cenário de combate BVR convergiu rapidamente para o mínimo global da função, mostrando-se bem adequado a resolução de problemas desta classe.
Estudo dos efeitos de flares em autodiretores de primeira e segunda geração
Authors: Silvestre Caio Augusto de Melo , Campos Eduarda de Proença Rosa , Ribeiro Luty Rodrigues , Magalhães Luciano Barbosa
Published: October 2022

O crescente emprego de mísseis infravermelhos de ombro contra alvos aéreos demanda o constante desenvolvimento de métodos de emprego de sistemas de contramedidas. Buscando analisar a efetividade das contramedidas do tipo flares, cenários operacionais são modelados, utilizando o software SIMIS nas bandas MWIR (Medium Wavelenght Infrared) e SWIR (Short Wavelenght Infrared). As imagens fornecidas foram empregadas em um modelo implementado em Simulink para se analisar os efeitos do lançamento do flare em autodiretores de 1ª e 2ª geração. A influência do emprego das contramedidas com dois métodos diferentes de lançamentos foi analisada. Os resultados obtidos ressaltam a importância e a necessidade do desenvolvimento de ferramentas computacionais mais complexas, visando ao desenvolvimento da doutrina de emprego de flares.
Optimizing Assistive Technologies as a Tool for ODeL Implementation to Learners with Disabilities in TVET Institutions in Kenya
Authors: Wanyaga Felister , Tarno Edwin , Wambua Francis
Published: October 2022

Education for sustainable development is an essential component of every human being. This means that education should be available and accessible to all learners on the basis of equal opportunity and equity. However, the persons with disabilities are often marginalized and consequently, they may not access technical training as they should. The Corona virus has revealed emerging vulnerabilities in education systems around the world. It is now clear that Kenya needs flexible and resilient education systems as we face erratic futures. Technology could be leveraged to ensure that learning takes place even as the country faces the Covid-19 uncertainties. It is true that government agencies have focused more on providing access to the learners in TVET institutions through Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL) systems but overlooked the aspect of equity. Therefore, there is necessity for special commitment to enhance necessary technology to allow access to training and transition to work for learners with disabilities in TVET institutions. This paper achieves this through (1) defining the key concepts of ODeL, and (2) Presenting a model for optimizing assistive technologies in TVET institutions. A descriptive research design was adopted for this study and pertinent literature was visited to capture the essence of continued learning during these unprecedented times. The paper concludes that the optimisation of assistive technologies as a tool for promoting equity and inclusion in TVET education is viable through proactive educational leadership and policies that ensure availability of the appropriate human capacity and infrastructural resources.
Framework for Implementing Educational Concept Videos at Bangladesh Open University
Authors: Akhter Syed Humayun , Mizanoor Rahman Md
Published: October 2022

Video has been widely used as an effective media for delivering varied educational contents through broadcast and/or web. Video-mediated learning has been expanded for its effectiveness, and no doubt, there is an evolution in the production of videos because of technological development. Now-a-day, one can make video rapidly without cost using his or her smartphone. In this way, characteristics of educational video have been changed and short duration videos are of very friendly to the mobile users, and the demand for concept video, also known as ‘explainer video’, is increasing day-by-day. In response, Bangladesh Open University (BOU) developed a framework for the effective use of educational concept videos. This paper discusses the framework for making concept video which consists of a methodology and design guidelines, and both are linked to learning objectives. Short duration concept videos prepared in the form of transformation of BOU texts using the framework was experimented in focus group discussions (FGDs) where it was compared with the long duration video lecture based on the same texts. This paper portrays the findings of FGDs. Results suggest for mainstreaming concept videos in the academic delivery at BOU.
Semester Zero: An Innovative Orientation and Nurturing Program
Authors: Chand Rajni , Goundar Raveena , Raj Pratish
Published: October 2022

The current Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has affected many universities’ orientation as well as study programs. While some are still contemplating whether to open their doors for F2F studies, others face the challenge of fewer students enrolling due to travel restrictions. The University of the South Pacific (USP) will face a different kind of challenge. USP is a regional university co-owned by twelve South Pacific countries. Campuses and sub-campuses are situated in all these countries. Usually, orientation programmes are held at all campuses, but the majority of students travel early to USP’s main campus in Fiji for the orientation program. Due to Covid-19, students’ travel will be restricted, and the orientation programme will be a very small-scale event this year. Additionally, due to delays in Year 13 external examinations for one of its member countries (Fiji), USP will be forced to begin Semester One later. This means more than 3000 provisional students will have to wait for the University to begin in late March instead of the usual mid-February start. To keep these potential students engaged for close to two months, USP initiated an online orientation programme called ""Semester Zero."" The aim of the programme is to introduce these potential new students to USP using a Moodle platform instead of a traditional F2F orientation program, while at the same time incorporating basic numeracy, literacy, and digital skills necessary for new students. // This paper shares the planning, designing, and feedback from students about this program. Semester Zero employs technology and innovations that have a low carbon footprint.
Promoting Educational Resilience through Technology Enhanced Learning for Sustainable Quality Education and Training in the Context of Higher Education in India: An Innovation under CEMCA
Authors: Dash Manoj Kumar , Panigrahi Manas Ranjan
Published: October 2022

Ministry of Education, Govt of India (GOI) under the digital India initiatives encourages teachers of higher education making use of SWAYAM (online platform) effectively and efficiently for education, training and capacity building. University Grants Commission (UGC), GOI has been encouraging the teachers to submit proposals for designing and developing Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) for UG/PG levels & skill development of youth under SWAYAM. Therefore, teachers of higher education must be trained, oriented and exposed for capacity building to enable them to design and develop quality MOOC following guidelines of SWAYAM. CEMCA designed a two-week course to empower the teachers to learn about teaching with technology with a MOOC “Development of Online Courses for SWAYAM” using appropriate learning design, simple and accessible technology. The ultimate purpose was to enable the teachers to contribute effectively and efficiently promoting educational resilience through Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) for sustainable quality education and training in India. It was implemented in collaboration with State Open Universities to train, orient and guide the teachers for developing quality MOOCs with a purpose to create a pool of skilled workforce in India to address to the needs and demands of higher education. With completion of 5 cycles of implementation of this MOOC in West Bengal, Uttarakhand and Andhra Pradesh, a research study was conducted to assess various dimensions of this initiative and evaluate its effectiveness. The findings of this study would help us to i) identify the expectations of teachers and their difficulties; ii) assess the level of knowledge, skill, and competencies acquired by the teachers; iii) review various components of the MOOC; iv) recommend improvement of this MOOC and the initiative. // The present paper focuses on this collaborative initiatives of CEMCA for promoting educational resilience in India The thrust was to facilitate TEL for sustainable quality education and training in the field of higher education. The study conducted with a sample of 200. Data collected through questionnaires, focus group discussion and panel discussion, analyzed separately to find real strengths and weaknesses of this initiative. It would help to identify the gaps in various stages of design, development and implementation of the MOOC. This study will also help us to know needs, expectations and requirements of target group. Findings and implications of the study would provide a strong base to CEMCA, Govt of India and partner institutions improving the interventions meeting the emerging need in higher education.
Cardiovascular critical care nursing procedures in patients on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
Authors: Tümer Naim Boran
Published: October 2022

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate nursing care procedures and outcomes in patients with post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PCCS) requiring venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). Patients and methods: Between June 2016 and June 2017, a total of five patients (1 male, 4 females; mean age 67.2 years; range, 55 to 81 years) who received VA-ECMO for PCCS in our clinic were retrospectively analyzed. The ECMO device was implanted in the operating room or in the cardiovascular intensive care unit CICU by an experienced cardiovascular surgeon. Air and thrombus formation and blood flow were monitored by the perfusionists. Daily nursing care included monitorization, control of bleeding, sedation management, pain control, nutrition, control of skin integrity and infection, sponge bath, changing the position of endotracheal tube, dressing replacement, decubitus control, changing sheets, and back hygiene. Results: Two patients who were successfully weaned off VA-ECMO survived to hospital discharge. The median duration of daily nursing care was 62 (range, 45 to 65) min. The longest steps in daily nursing were sponge bath and elevation of the patient. None of the patients suffered from decannulation or displacement of the VA-ECMO cannulas during nursing. Conclusion: We conclude that nurses are fundamental in the care of VA-ECMO patients for the early diagnosis and intervention of procedure-related complications.
Online blood gas monitors used during cardiopulmonary bypass
Authors: İlhan Emre
Published: October 2022

Blood gas monitoring is a frequently used and useful clinical practice which has an important role during cardiopulmonary bypass. In this article, we describe online blood gas monitors used during cardiopulmonary bypass. Technologies used by these devices, vital parameters they measure, and the timing of the measurements are indicated. In the final section of the article, it is suggested that the use of online blood gas monitors may be helpful for predicting time and perfusion with improved quality.
Perfusion management in the excision of a right atrial mass in a beating heart with robotic surgery in a pregnant patient with situs inversus totalis
Authors: Örkeli Ersan Kaan
Published: October 2022

Reoperations in cardiac surgery are very difficult and risky due to possible complications. A 27-year-old female patient at 35 weeks of pregnancy applied to the cardiology department with a complaint of palpitation. In the control transthoracic echocardiography, a 24¥25 mm mass was detected in the right atrium. The patient had situs inversus totalis and had undergone a robotic atrial septal defect closure operation one year ago. After the cesarean operation, robotic cardiac surgery was performed on the beating heart, and the mass in the right atrium was successfully removed. During the procedure, the perfusion strategy was differently conducted than the normal patient management, and the perfusion device was located differently. Cardiac surgery with minimally invasive robotic surgery in a pregnant female with dextrocardia is a special condition that requires many changes in perfusion methods and protocols, and their coexistence create a difficult process for perfusionists.
Isolated chylopericardium following coronary bypass surgery: A rare complication of a common procedure
Authors: Çiçek Ömer Faruk
Published: October 2022

A 78-year-old male with a history of hypertension and chronic kidney disease without dialysis developed chylous drainage from mediastinal tubes following cardiac surgery while the pleura was intact. In this case report, we aimed to highlight that such a surprising complication can develop after coronary artery bypass grafting surgery without using the left internal mammary artery and that the conservative treatment approach can be successful.
The effect and use of del Nido cardioplegia in cell membrane stabilization in adult cardiac surgery
Authors: Pulaş Mehmet
Published: October 2022

Various cardioplegic solutions are currently used during cardiac surgeries. There are solutions that can be administered once, such as del Nido, to minimize intermittent dose interruptions of cardioplegia during surgery and facilitate less invasive cardiac procedures. This review demonstrates that del Nido cardioplegia, which is generally used in congenital heart surgeries, can also be used in adults, has positive effects on the cell membrane, provides successful myocardial protection and advantage, and also investigates the evidence for its safety and efficacy.
A rare complication of pericardiocentesis: Pneumopericardium
Authors: Şenöz Oktay
Published: October 2022

Pneumopericardium is a rare complication of pericardiocentesis and defined as the presence of air in the pericardial space. Pneumopericardium usually occurs after trauma. However, pneumopericardium due to iatrogenic procedures, such as pericardiocentesis, is extremely rare. It can be caused by either direct pleuropericardial connection development or reverse air leakage in the drainage system. Herein, we report the case of a 39-year-old female with cardiac tamponade who developed pneumopericardium after pericardiocentesis.
Metastatic osteosarcoma near-totally occluding the right atrium: A rare cause of cardiovascular emergency
Authors: Ada Fatih
Published: October 2022

Emergency surgical treatment of metastatic cardiovascular tumors is rarely required in cardiovascular surgery. Metastatic cardiovascular tumors constitute a small portion of open-heart surgeries. Intracardiac metastasis of osteosarcomas is much less common. Herein, we present the diagnosis and management of dyspnea, cyanosis, and respiratory failure secondary to near-total occlusion of the right atrium due to right humerus metastatic osteosarcoma in a 21-year-old female patient.
A right atrial arteriovenous hemangioma excision under a beating heart after percutaneous catheter cardiac ablation
Authors: Alşalaldeh Mohammad
Published: October 2022

Percutaneous catheter ablation treatment is an interventional treatment method for atrial fibrillation. Herein, we report the case of a 38-year-old male patient who developed a right atrial mass after two percutaneous catheter ablations. The mass was excised by the beating heart technique, later diagnosed as arteriovenous hemangioma. Arteriovenous hemangioma had not been encountered before as a complication of catheter ablation.
Robotic atrial septal defect closure with valved pericardial patch in a pulmonary hypertensive patient
Authors: Kadan Murat
Published: October 2022

Atrial septal defect (ASD) is the most common congenital anomaly in adults after bicuspid aortic valve. Atrial septal defect closure should be carefully considered in the setting of elevated pulmonary artery systolic pressure. Patients with borderline pulmonary vascular resistance may be candidates for closure with careful hemodynamic evaluation, even after pulmonary hypertension therapy. Herein, we present the surgical closure of the ASD with a valved pericardial patch after medical therapy for pulmonary hypertension via the da Vinci robotic system in a 30-year-old female patient.
Evaluation of a gold nanocomposite hyaluronic acid-based adhesion barrier with antibacterial properties in an animal model
Authors: Kasımzade Ferit
Published: October 2022

Objectives: In this study, the effects of a gold nanocomposite hyaluronic acid-based adhesion barrier were evaluated in an animal model. Materials and methods: In our study, a total of 42 rats in seven groups, with six rats in each group, were evaluated. The groups were established according to the application of an adhesion barrier. In the first, second, and third groups, an adhesion barrier was applied by standard median laparotomy in the first, second, and fourth weeks, respectively. The fourth, fifth, and sixth groups underwent the same procedure in the first, second, and fourth weeks; however, no adhesion barrier was applied to these groups. The seventh group was the control group, and no treatment was performed in this group. Results: There was no significant difference in the formation of inflammatory cells and fibrous tissue between the groups that underwent laparotomy in the first and second weeks with and without the adhesion barrier (p>0.05). However, both low inflammatory cells (p<0.05) and low fibrous tissue (p<0.05) were evaluated in favor of the adhesion barrier group operated at the fourth week. Conclusion: A gold nanocomposite hyaluronic acid-based adhesion barrier prevents adhesion, particularly in the long term. However, the results need to be supported by clinical studies.
Berry syndrome: A rare aortopulmonary malformation
Authors: Ali Mohammed Wahaj
Published: October 2022

Herein, we present a case of Berry syndrome with successful surgical repair in an infant. A definitive diagnosis was established with appropriate investigative modalities, and a single-stage repair was performed with good results.
Defining early right ventricular failure during left ventricular assist device implantation: Retrospective analysis of intraoperative management
Authors: Şimşek Mustafa
Published: October 2022

Objectives: In this study, we aimed to share the intraoperative anesthesia management of left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation and our approach to right ventricular failure (RVF) that developed in this process, and our results. Patients and methods: A total of 82 patients (71 males, 11 females; mean age: 49.4±9.4 years; range, 18 to 71 years) who underwent LVAD implantation between February 2013 and June 2020 were included in the retrospective study. Preoperative echocardiography, cardiac catheterization findings, and intraoperative records were reviewed. In light of the preoperative hemodynamic, echocardiographic, and preoperative echocardiographic findings of the patients, RVF levels were preoperatively determined, and a medical and mechanical support therapy algorithm for RVF was created. The postoperative outcomes were evaluated within the framework of this algorithm. Results: The mean preoperative left ventricular ejection fraction was 19.6%, and the mean right ventricular ejection fraction was 37.4%. According to our algorithm, eight (9.7%) patients developed severe, 12 (14.6%) moderate, and 48 (58.5%) mild RVF. No RVF was present in 14 (17.2%) patients. The vasoactive inotrope score was 25.7±1.3 in the advanced RVF group and compatible with the severity of RVF. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation use was required in three (37.5%) patients who had severe RVF. Right ventricular assist device was implanted in one of the three patients with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation due to advanced RVF in the postoperative period. Mortality was observed in two (25%) patients in the advanced group, one (8.3%) in the moderate, three (6.25%) in the mild, and two (14%) in the normal RVF group. Conclusion: A standardized method for defining the RVF severity and a well-defined treatment protocol according to its degree of severity is lacking. Considering hemodynamic and echocardiographic data, grading of RVF in patients is vital for determining the treatment protocol. Treatment for RVF should be converted into standard universal algorithms.
Single center experience with percutaneous peripheral atherectomy with the use of C-arm scopy for the treatment of lower extremity peripheral artery disease
Authors: Erdinç İbrahim
Published: October 2022

Objectives: This study aimed to present our results of endovascular procedures including balloon angioplasty combined with or without atherectomy for the treatment of iliofemoral and distal lesions with the use of a C-arm scopy. Patients and methods: The retrospective study was conducted on 153 patients (100 males, 53 females; mean age: 60.2±2.1 years; range, 53 to 82 years) with the diagnosis of peripheral artery disease between January 2017 and January 2020. The symptoms of the patients were claudication, rest pain, or tissue loss. The operations were performed at the operation theatre with local or spinal anesthesia in a supine or prone position according to the lesion status. Lesions were classified as superficial femoral, popliteal, and distal lesions below the knee. Results: Interventional treatment was applied in all patients, and 272 lesions in 204 extremities were intervened. In 78 patients, 160 right leg lesions were treated, and in 75 patients, a total of 112 lesions were treated. Fifty-one patients had bilateral leg lesions. The number of iliac, superficial femoral, and popliteal and distal segment lesions was 30 (11.1%), 213 (78.3%), and 29 (10.6%), respectively. Most of the lesions were confined to the SFA. We performed percutaneous transluminal angioplasty procedures in all 153 patients; however, 143 of them also received atherectomy with two different reliable devices (Avinger in 45 patients, Invamed in 114 patients). All interventions were done on a standard operating theatre bed with a C-arm scope. Doppler ultrasonography was used for popliteal imaging during the insertion. We did not encounter any problems in 125 patients. In 28 patients, progress was observed in the leg or ischemic wound between 30 and 65 postoperative days. A total of 23 patients required amputation; amputations were minor (finger amputation) in five patients and major (below the knee) in 18 patients. Conclusion: The perioperative and mid-term follow-up results of our study indicate that atherectomy and drug-coated balloon angioplasty may safely be performed by C-arm scopy with favorable outcomes.
Long-term effect of fertilization and manuring on soil aggregate carbon mineralization
Authors: YADAV RAJENDRA KUMAR , PURAKAYASTHA T J , AHMED NAYAN , DAS RUMA , CHAKRABARTY BIDISHA , BISWAS SUNANDA , SHARMA V K , SINGH POOJA , TALUKDAR DAIZEE , MOURYA K K , WALIA S S , SINGH ROHITASAV , SHUKLA V K , YADAVA M S , RAVISANKAR N , YADAV BASU DEVI
Published: October 2022

The 32 years impact of manuring and fertilization on carbon mineralization in macro- and micro-aggregates in major soil groups of India was studied. Mollisol, Inceptisol, Vertisol, and Alfisol samples were collected (0-15 cm soil depth) from the treatments comprising of control, 100% NPK, 50%NPK+50% N-FYM, 50%NPK+50%N-WR (Wheat residue), 50% NPK + 50% N-GM (Green manure) in the year 2015. The results showed that the mineralizable C pool was significantly higher in treatments applied with 50%NPK+50%N-GM in Mollisol and Vertisol. In Alfisol and Inceptisol, 50% NPK+50% N-FYM and 50% NPK+50% N-GM were significantly higher in both macroaggregates and micro-aggregates protected carbon. Supplementation of fertilizer N either through FYM or various green manuring crops like Sesbania (Sesbania aculeata L. in Inceptisol), greengram (Vigna radiata L. in Mollisol), sunhemp (Crotalaria juncea L. in Vertisol) and karanj (Pongamia pinnata L. in Alfisol) significantly improved mineralizable carbon pool signifying their potential contributions to nutrient cycling and thereby nutrient availability to various crops in the cropping systems in the above soils.
Biological performance of different Chilo partellus populations on diverse maize genotypes
Authors: SAMAL IPSITA , DHILLON MUKESH K , TANWAR ADITYA K , BHOI TANMAYA K
Published: October 2022

Genetic variation within plants and herbivores influence the biological attributes and insect-plant interactions. We studied biological performance of different agro-ecological Chilo partellus (Swinhoe) populations on diverse maize genotypes during 2016-17 at ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. There was significant variation in larval period, larval survival, pupal period, pupal weight, and adult emergence of C. partellus populations on the test maize genotypes. Larval period of Hisar, and pupal periods of Hisar and Parbhani populations were significantly longer than other C. partellus populations across test maize genotypes. Pupal weight across maize genotypes was significantly higher in Delhi as compared to other populations. Larval survival and adult emergence were significantly higher in Delhi and Hisar, while lower in Raichur and Parbhani populations than other C. partellus populations across maize genotypes. Longer developmental periods, lower survival and adult emergence of C. partellus across populations on CPM 2 and CPM 8 indicate stable resistance in these maize genotypes against this pest. Higher survival in Hisar and Delhi populations across maize genotypes indicate their higher aggressiveness than other C. partellus populations. The differential resistance reaction, development and survival of different stem borer populations on diverse maize genotypes indicate the existence of different biotypes/ecotypes of C. partellus in India.
Efficacy of growth retardants on physiology and yield of pearl millet under rainfed condition
Authors: GUPTA SUNITA , SHARMA M K , JAIN N K , MEENA R C , AGARWAL V P , GUPTA N K
Published: October 2022

A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2015-17 to study the efficacy of growth retardants on physiology and yield of pearl millet at Durgapura (Jaipur). Growth retardants, viz. cycocel and mepiquat chloride were sprayed @ 250, 500 and 750 ppm at tillering (40 DAS) and flowering (60 DAS) stages. The experiment was laid out in randomized block design with 4 replications. Results showed that plant height decreased, whereas chlorophyll content and relative water content increased significantly with the foliar application of mepiquat chloride @ 500 ppm over rest of the treatments. A significantly higher specific leaf weight was noted under cycocel @ 750 ppm over control. Foliar application of mepiquat chloride @ 500 ppm produced significantly higher grain yield over control. However, it was statistically at par with cycocel @ 500 ppm and mepiquat chloride @ 750 ppm. On the other hand, significantly higher fodder yield was registered with the foliar spray of cycocel @ 250 ppm over cycocel @ 500 ppm, cycocel @ 750 ppm, mepiquat chloride @ 250 ppm and 750 ppm that was at par with the control and mepiquat chloride @ 500 ppm. Maximum net returns and benefit cost ratio were accrued under mepiquat chloride @ 500 ppm. Thus, foliar application of mepiquat chloride @ 500 ppm at 40 and 60 DAS could be recommended for obtaining higher grain yield and net returns from pearl millet under rainfed condition of Rajasthan.
Enhance the productivity and nutrient use efficiency of greengram (Vigna radiata) through inorganic nutrients and biofertilizers
Authors: SINGH R K , SINGH S R K , TRIPATHI UTTAM KUMAR , SRIVASTAV VEENAPANI , RAI H K
Published: October 2022

Field experiment was conducted at the Instructional Farm of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chhatarpur during two consecutive kharif of 2017-18 and 2018-19 to evaluate the effect of different biofertilizers along with 75 % recommended dose of fertilizers on growth, yield, nutrient uptake, nutrient use efficiency and B:C ratio of greengram (Vigna radiata L.). Results revealed that application of 75 % recommended dose of NPK along with seed treatment with Rhizobium @ 10 g/kg seed and soil application of PSB and KSB @ 5 kg/ha (T4) was found statistically at par with those obtained in T3 (recommended dose of NPK along with seed inoculation by Rhizobium and PSB separately @ 10 g/kg seed) and significantly superior over other treatments in terms of above parameters. Study also indicated that application of biofertilizers have potential to improve the productivity, with curtail the cost of production in terms of inorganic fertilizers and greater net returns and nutrient use efficiency.
Exploring novel QTLs among backcross lines for salinity tolerance in rice
Authors: KUMARI SARITA , SINGH BALWANT , SINGH SUMEET KUMAR , SATYA DHRITI , SINGH SANGEETA , TRIPATHY KABITA , GAIKWAD KISHOR , RAI VANDNA , SINGH NAGENDRA KUMAR
Published: October 2022

Wild progenitor species of rice (Oryza rufipogon Griff./ Oryza nivara Sharma et. Shastry) are rich source of genes for both the biotic as well as abiotic stress tolerance. Wild rice accession NKSWR 173 has been identified as highly tolerant to salinity stress at seedling stage and moderately tolerant at reproductive stage after evaluation of more than two hundred wild rice accessions from across India. In a bid to introgress the salt tolerance trait from NKSWR 173 to a high-yielding mega variety of rice IR 64, we screened a segregating BC1 population for identification of suitable lines for making the second backcross using both controlled phenotyping and QTL flanking DNA markers. Four lines, namely SN 32, SN 33, SN 39 and SN 45 were found highly tolerant to salinity at both seedling and reproductive stage and were backcrossed to IR 64 to generate BC2F1 seeds for development of advance introgressed lines. Introgression of novel salinity tolerance genes for both the seedling and reproductive stages in mega variety of rice will be useful in achieving high productivity in salt affected rice areas.
Effect of evaporative cooling on peel browning and quality of litchi (Litchi chinensis)
Authors: SHILPA SHILPA , MAHAJAN B V C , SINGH NAVPREM , BHULLAR K S , KAUR SUMANJIT
Published: October 2022

The present study was carried out during 2016-18 at Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana to examine the effect of evaporative cooling (EC) on peel browning and postharvest quality of litchi fruit during cold storage. The litchi fruits cv. Dehradun were harvested at the physiological maturity and subjected to EC treatments for 2 h, 4 h and 6 h. The fruits without EC were kept as a control. Thereafter, fruits were packed in corrugated fiberboard boxes and stored in a walk-in-cold room maintained at 2-3°C temperature and 90-95% relative humidity. The fruit samples were analyzed at weekly interval till four weeks for various physiological attributes, biochemical traits and enzymatic activities. The application of evaporative cooling for 6 h maintained lower physiological weight loss (6.38%), retained higher firmness (106.1g force),TSS (16.96°B), acidity (0.26%), anthocyanins (0.19 ΔA/g FW) and total phenols (218.43 mg/100g) during storage. The browning index of fruits was observed to be 3 (1/4-1/2 surface area brown up to 14 days of storage) with 4 and 6 h exposure to EC. The fruits subjected to EC for 6 h also maintained the lower activities of polyphenol oxidase (PPO) and peroxidase (POD) activity as compared to control. The study exhibited the expediency of EC treatment (6 h) to maintain the acceptable peel colour and prolong the storage life of fruits for 14 days as compared to 7 days in case of control.
Effect of enriched biochar based fertilizers on growth, yield and nitrogen use efficiency in direct-seeded rice (Oryza sativa)
Authors: ROY ARKAPRAVA , PYNE SUHITA , CHATURVEDI SUMIT
Published: October 2022

A field experiment was conducted at Norman E. Borlaug Crop Research Centre, G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand during kharif (rainy) 2018 to assess effect of enriched biochar (EB) based fertilizers on crop growth, productivity and nutrients use efficiency in direct seeded rice (DSR). Enriched biochar based fertilizers i.e. Enriched biochar-1 (EB-1), Enriched biochar-2 (EB-2), Urea enriched biochar-1 (UEB-1) and Urea enriched biochar-1(UEB-2) were prepared and characterized at IFS laboratory, GBPUA&T, Pantnagar.The experiment was laid out in randomized block design with eight treatments i.e. 100% Recommended dose of fertilizer (RDF) through conventional fertilizers, 75, 100 and 125% RDF through enriched biochar based fertilizers EB-1+UEB-1 and EB-2+UEB-2 and no fertilizer application as control replicated thrice. Highest growth, yield parameters and yield of DSR were recorded under application of EB-2+UEB-2 at 125% fertility level. Application of EB-2+UEB-2 at 100% fertility level also gave at par yield with its application at 125% fertility level and significantly higher yield (13.5%) as compared to application of conventional fertilizers at similar fertility level. Application of both the EB fertilizers at 75% fertility level resulted in at par yield with application of 100% fertility level through conventional fertilizers. Nitrogen uptake by grain and straw were significantly higher under application of EB-2+UEB-2 at 125% fertility level. However, among these EB fertilizers, application of 100% RDF through EB-2+UEB-2 resulted in 30.70% and 29.50% more agronomic efficiency (AE) and apparent nitrogen recovery (ANR), respectively as compared to application of conventional fertilizers.