bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Extreme Flood Capacity of Al-Majjarah Canal and Regulator Within Al-Ramadi Project System
Authors: Al-Tameemi Amro , Al-Thamiry Hayder
Published: October 2023

It is essential to review and develop a system of water control structures and canals that can be used to manage high-flow discharges and the flood control plan requirement to modify the system's capacity. Al-Ramadi Project System is considered one of the main flood control projects on the Euphrates River within Anbar Governorate, Western Iraq. This study will focus on Al-Majjarah Canal and Regulator, which is part of Al-Ramadi Project and has the function of a link canal between Al-Habbaniyah and Al-Razazza lakes, and describe the capacity of the canal under typical operating conditions and during floods. The study used HEC-RAS 6.1 software to run a numerical model to simulate this canal. According to previous research studies near the research region on the Euphrates River, for the main canal, the roughness coefficient was taken at 0.026, and for the flood plain, it was taken at 0.03. The same parameter value was applied to Al-Majjarah Canal. Due to the study region's similar geology and nature. Moreover, a sensitivity analysis was made of the roughness coefficient and its influence on the water surface elevation for the canal.
The model result indicated in the current situation of Al-Majjarah Canal can pass a flow rate of 1300 m3/s when Al-Razazza Lake is at an average water level that has been approved by the Ministry of Water Resources at 32.02 m.a.m.s.l.. If the water level in Al-Razazza Lake is in the semi-filled position of 40 m.a.m.s.l., it causes floods for the canal because the water level rises above the banks of the canal at the last kilometer from the canal, even when passing a few discharges through the canal. Accordingly, it is not possible to safely pass the flow rate for a flood wave with a 500-year return period predicted by the "Study of Strategy for Water and Land Resources in Iraq (2014)", which is 2000 m3/s for this canal, without making modifications to the expansion of Al-Majjarah Regulator by adding additional gates, expanding the entrance and exit of the Regulator, reshaping and expanding some cross-sections, and raising some of the banks for the canal. The above-mentioned modification were applied for the purpose of passing the expected discharge from the canal, while maintaining a freeboard of 1 m between the water surface and the canal banks.
Designing A WSNs-based Smart Home Monitoring System through Deep Reinforcement Learning
Authors: Taqwa Ahmad , Indra Griha Tofik Isa  , Indri Ariyanti
Published: October 2023

The technology of smart home systems has developed rapidly and provides convenience for human life. Several smart home technologies, especially monitoring systems, have been developed by integrating several aspects, including security systems, fuzzy methods, and energy saving methods. However, the problem is how to build a smart home system that is accurate, convenient, and low-cost. In this research, the development of a smart home monitoring system that integrates wireless sensor networks (WSNs) and deep reinforcement learning (DRL) is carried out based on three parameters, i.e. temperature, humidity and CO2 level. The experimental method is carried out by (1) validating the accuracy quality of WSNs; (2) determining the best model implemented in the system; and (3) measuring the quality of the DRL system on the smart home monitoring system. Based on the test results, several indicators were obtained: (1) WSN testing resulted in an accuracy of 98.52%; (2) the accuracy of the modeling results implemented in the system is 97.70%; and (3) DRL system test on the smart home monitoring system through 21 test scenarios resulted in an accuracy of 95.52%. The indicators of testing this smart monitoring system prove that the developed system provides the advantages of accuracy, ease of use, and low cost.
Comparison theorem in blow-up problems for reaction diffusion equations and for their approximations
Authors: Schadinskii D. A.
Published: October 2023

In this paper, blow-up sufficient conditions and upper bound of blow-up time for solution of Neumann and Dirichlet problems for reaction diffusion equations with non-linear gradient have been obtained. These equations have been found from the comparison of theorems, Jensen’s inequality and conservations laws. By using a similar proof approach for the finite-difference case, the finite-difference scheme was constructed, approximating the above-mentioned Neumann problem, for which sufficient conditions and upper bound of blow-up time, consistent with appropriate conditions and bound for the appropriate differential problem, have been obtained.
Hardening mechanism of waste polyolefin mixtures in the presence of modified bentonite clay
Authors: Shapovalov V. M. , Podobed D. L. , Zotov S. V. , Boyka A. A.
Published: October 2023

The aim of the work is to obtain and study polymer composite materials based on mixtures of secondary polyolefins and modified polydisperse bentonite clay.

   The formation features of the structure of mixtures of waste polyolefins in the presence of this-type filler are studied. The data on the changes in the mechanical strength of mixed composites, as well as the results of physico-chemical studies are presented. Mixtures based on waste polymers in the presence of highly dispersed particles of modified polydisperse bentonite are characterized by the improvement of the strength of composites due to increased interfacial interaction in them and by the formation of structure uniformity of the material. This to some extent compensates for the loss of cohesive strength of secondary polymers due to thermal degradation processes.

   The following conclusions are made: at the phase boundaries, the molecular mobility of polymer chains decreases, which leads to changing the crystallization conditions and to appearing a nonequilibrium stress state; introducing bentonite increases crystalline due to the initiation of physico-chemical interaction; the strength grows due to increased interfacial interaction and structure uniformity; the formation mechanism of a complex of properties of composites consists of two-level adsorption – a modifier on filler particles and active polymer groups on the modified filler surface.
Scientific substantiation of use of food plant raw materials for production of specialized flour food products in cases of pathologies of metabolism protein component
Authors: Vasileuskaya M. N. , Tsikhanovich A. F.
Published: October 2023

There is a number of diseases caused by metabolism protein disorders. The treatment requires dietary therapy with specialized food products. Information on diseases associated with metabolism protein disorders protein in this paper, as well as restrictions in the formulation of diets, analyzing vegetable crops and their products, which can be used in the production of flour food products intended for people with metabolism protein disorders. Use of raw materials in development and production of such products is often not confirmed by the results of chemical composition and, as a consequence, isgroundless and inexpedient. Vegetable raw materials characterized by low protein content or absence of gluten have significant differences in technological properties compared to wheat flour, which forms the basis of most flour food products, which requires adjustments in the formulation or technological process of production of various groups of flour food products. Samples of buckwheat flour, including whole-milled flour from green buckwheat, rice and corn flours, sorghum flour, native potato and corn starches from different producers were used in the study. During the research we used common and special methods of determining the chemical composition, organoleptic and physical-and-chemical quality indicators, technological properties of the products and their chemical properties.
The use of cluster formation principles and tools to improve the efficiency of lending to agroindustrial complex entities
Authors: Gruzinskaya Ye.
Published: October 2023

The analysis of the concepts of application of the cluster approach has been carried out. Criteria are identified that summarize the content of the considered concepts and the types of relationships in the cluster that affect the creditworthiness of its participants. Based on the selected criteria, the advantages of clustering are grouped, which should be taken into account when lending. The grouping of these advantages made it possible to identify areas of practical application of the cluster approach. To improve the efficiency of the value chain of agro-food products, the clustering tools used in European practice are disclosed. Based on the systematization of the advantages of applying the cluster approach and the European experience, clustering tools that are acceptable in the conditions of the Republic of Belarus and favorably affect the result of lending are proposed.
PARAMETER DESAIN STRUKTUR BANGUNAN KOMPOSIT BAJA-BETON DENGAN ISOLASI DASAR (STUDI KASUS HOTEL SUTAN RAJA MATARAM)
Authors: Kencanawati Ni Nyoman , Suparjo Suparjo , Rusdianto Rusdianto , Widianty Desi
Published: October 2023

Pada daerah rawan gempa, struktur bangunan harus dirancang dengan desain yang teliti dan struktur terbangun dengan material yang kuat dan tahan gempa. Saat ini bangunan Hotel Sutan Raja Mataram menggunakan sistem struktur beton bertulang dan untuk meningkatkan ketahanan terhadap beban terutama gempa, maka direncanakan ulang dengan struktur komposit baja-beton dan dengan penambahan isolasi dasar.  Bangunan terdiri atas delapan lantai. Bangunan eksisting menggunakan mutu beton 30 MPa dan bangunan komposit menggunakan baja profil mutu BJ 41 dengan tegangan leleh sebesar 250 MPa dan tegangan ultimit sebesar 410 MPa. Bangunan komposit direncanakan dengan isolasi dasar tipe High Damping Rubber Bearing (HDRB). Hasil menunjukkan bahwa struktur komposit baja-beton dengan isolasi dasar sangat mempengaruhi parameter desain bangunan meliputi pengurangan berat struktur, perpanjangan periode getaran struktur, pengurangan gaya geser dasar struktur dan pengurangan nilai penyimpangan antar lantai maksimum sebesar berturut-turut 35%, 61.8%, 63.7%, dan 49.8% bila dibandingkan dengan struktur eksisting.
COOPTAÇÃO DO MOVIMENTO NEGRO NA TRANSIÇÃO DOS GOVERNOS HADDAD-DÓRIA
Authors: Cerqueira Pedro Fabrício Belmiro Taunay Rocha
Published: October 2023

Esta obra busca analisar os órgãos criados para atuar sob a temática racial, Conselhos, Fundações, Secretarias e Coordenadorias, com foco na Secretaria para Igualdade Racial do Município de São Paulo. Também, como os movimentos sociais negros foram firmamento para o debate da criação de políticas públicas de igualdade racial e a posterior cooptação, por parte do governo, de seus líderes e suas demandas, como mecanismo de reconhecimento e abrandamento de tensões sociais, conforme as aberturas proporcionadas pela redemocratização na denúncia contra o racismo. Em seguida, são analisadas, tendo como objeto de estudo o município de São Paulo, a atuação do poder público e dos movimentos sociais negros na criação da Secretaria Municipal de Promoção de Igualdade Racial (SMPIR) e as implicações do seu subsequente desmontamento na trajetória do movimento. Ao lume de que o movimento surge em todo território nacional, após a abolição, para reverter o quadro de marginalização do negro que se mantém na república, a criação da SMPIR é um dos primeiros passos para solução ao racismo pela via política (“negro no poder!”). Será também exposto como em diferentes fases o movimento negro não acredita que esta solução está na chegada ao poder nos marcos de uma sociedade socialista, a única que seria capaz de eliminar com todas as formas de opressão, inclusive a racial, como a sua mais recente fase, porém pelas vias educacional, moral e cultural, nos marcos do capitalismo ou da sociedade burguesa.
SIMULASI PERANCANGAN ULANG TATA LETAK FASILITAS DEPARTEMEN FABRIKASI DENGAN METODE ARC DAN BLOCPLAN PADA PT.XYZ
Authors: Ikhlasul Amal Muhammad , Andesta Deny
Published: October 2023

Kawasan Industri Gresik menjadi rumah bagi PT. XYZ, produsen pupuk dengan divisi fabrikasi. Ada total tujuh stasiun di bagian fabrikasi. Bahan baku, penandaan, pemotongan, pengelasan, penyelesaian, dan penyimpanan barang akhir semuanya termasuk dalam proses ini. Ada penanganan material yang tidak perlu karena sifat berurutan fase proses PT.XYZ, yang jaraknya tidak berdekatan. Tata letak produksi yang optimal yang mengurangi biaya material handling menjadi fokus penelitian ini. Penelitian ini dimulai dengan pengembangan diagram ARC yang mencakup hubungan kedekatan antar fasilitas. Kemudian, tiga iterasi dengan skor rail-dist terbaik dipilih setelah dilakukan analisis tata letak menggunakan algoritma blockplan. Selama tiga putaran ini, pengaturan optimal dipilih melalui perhitungan R-score. Iterasi ketiga dipilih karena mengurangi jarak sejauh 104,3 meter, menghemat OMH Rp 28.170 setiap hari. Dengan menggunakan simulasi arena, kita dapat membandingkan dampak pengaturan saat ini dengan konfigurasi yang diusulkan. Rencana yang diusulkan meningkatkan WIP sebesar 80% dan nilai VA sebesar 12,80%, menurut hasil simulasi, yang berarti output harian dapat meningkat rata-rata 60,3 persen.
A Case of Surgical Treatment of Type 2 Atresia Ani and Rectovaginal Fistula in a Kitten
Authors: ARINIR Melek Ece , ÇERKEZ Emine Esma , MUTLU Zihni
Published: October 2023

3. Congenital type 2 atresia ani, accompanied by a rectovaginal fistula, is a rare condition in cats that forms an abnormal connection between the rectum and vagina. This case presentation involves a 4 week old female British Shorthair kitten brought to Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Hospital Surgical Clinics with complaints of congenital type 2 atresia ani and the accompanying rectovaginal fistula. The owners of the kitten sought veterinary care due to difficulties with defecation since birth. Upon clinical examination, the absence of an anal opening and contamination of the vulvar cavity with feces were observed. Contrast X-ray confirming that the anus was closed and surgery was decided. During the surgery, anal sphincters were preserved, and a "+" shaped incision was made in the anus to reach the rectum. The rectum was separated from the vaginal connection, and the fistula was closed. The kitten recovered smoothly and, during a one-year follow-up, was able to defecate normally by going to the litter box on its own. This case presentation highlights the importance of surgical interventions in the diagnosis and treatment of atresia ani and rectovaginal fistula
Application of Student Worksheets Based on Ethnoscience of Tempe Making on Biotechnology Material to Improve Science Process Skills
Authors: Pamudiah Mutiara Kalyana , Setiawan Beni
Published: October 2023

The writing of this study aims to describe the improvement of students' science process skills, and the implementation of student worksheets. This research is a Pre-Experimental Design study using the One Group Pretest Posttest Design experiment. The target of this research was students of class IX A and IX B at UPT SMP Negeri 14 Gresik. The results showed that the results of the analysis of the pretest and posttest scores for class IX A experienced an increase in science process skills with an N-Gain of 0.89 with high criteria and in class IX B of 0.83 with high criteria. Based on the results of the implementation of ethnoscience-based student worksheets in class IX A it reached 3.7 in the very good category, while class IX B achieved 3.5 in the very good category.Based on the data obtained, it can be concluded that the application of ethnoscience-based student worksheets can improve the science process skills of UPT SMP Negeri 14 Gresik students
PENGABDIAN KEPADA MASYARAKAT PELATIHAN BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING (BIM) UNTUK KOMPETENSI KEAHLIAH DESAIN PEMODELAN DAN INFORMASI BANGUNAN BAGI GURU DAN SISWA SMK N 1 ABANG, KARANGASEM
Authors: Jaya I Made , Susila I Nengah Darma , Sukarata Putu Gede , Sudiarsa Made , Sutapa Ketut
Published: October 2023

Kesalahan perhitungan pada tahap perencanaan mengakibatkan banyak kerugian dari pihak kontraktor. Untuk itu diperlukannya sebuah metode yang dapat membantu mengurangi masalah yang sering terjadi saat menggunakan metode konvensional (perhitungan manual). Salah satu metode yang digunakan yaitu dengan Building Information Modeling (BIM). Pemodelan menggunakan BIM adalah salah satu cara yang paling efektif untuk saat ini. BIM membantu memodelkan bentuk dari bangunan yang akan dibangun mulai dari bentuk 2D seperti tampak, potongan, dan denah hingga pemodelan dengan bentuk tiga dimensi (3D) dari bangunan tersebut. Selain itu BIM juga membantu dalam masalah penjadwalan proyek serta masalah estimasi harga. Metoda yang akan digunakan dalam kegiatan ini adalah survey langsung ke lapangan, memberikan penyuluhan / pelatihan melalui presentasi dan praktek membuat pemodelan menggunakan program BIM. mendapatkan informasi tentang penggunaan program Building Information Modelling (BIM) dalam merencanakan dan merancang suatu proyek. Hasil kegiatan pelatihan adalah pemahaman dan ketrampilan murid dan guru mampu menggunakan pemodelan menggunakan BIM. Semoga kedepannya semakin banyak tenaga trampil merencanakan dan mendesain proyek menggunakan Building Information Modelling. Dengan adanya kegiatan pengabdian ini, adalah dapat mentransfer ilmu berupa memberikan pelatihan pada murid dan guru-guru SMK tentang Building Information Modeling yang selanjutnya akan menstransfer ilmu tersebut ke masyarakat dan Guru dan Murid SMK.
PKM PENGGUNAAN LAMPU PENERANGAN JALAN TENAGA SURYA UNTUK MENDUKUNG KAWASAN WISATA EDUKASI SUBAK TEBA MAJELANGU DESA KESIMAN KERTALANGU
Authors: Midiani Luh Putu Ike , Wirajati I Gusti Agung Bagus , Arsana Made Ery
Published: October 2023

Kawasan Wisata Subak Teba Majelangu di Desa Kesiman Kertalangu terletak di wilayah dengan keterbatasan jaringan listrik. Minimnya pencahayaan di jalan-jalan daerah ini mengakibatkan terganggunya kenyamanan dan keamanan dalam beraktivitas, terutama saat sore menjelang malam hari. Berdasarkan kondisi tersebut tim pengabdian dari Prodi Teknologi Rekayasa Utilitas Jurusan Teknik Mesin Politeknik Negeri Bali melakukan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PkM) dengan menyediakan lampu penerangan jalan tenaga surya di kawasan Wisata Edukasi Subak Teba Majelangu. Kegiatan PkM melewati serangkaian tahapan sebagai berikut : 1) analisis situasi, 2) penentuan kebutuhan daya lampu, 3) persiapan peralatan, 4) instalasi dan pemeliharaan, 5) evaluasi dan monitoring. Hasil yang dicapai adalah pemasangan lampu penerangan jalan tenaga surya di kawasan Wisata Edukasi Subak Teba Majelangu Desa Kesiman Kertalangu, yang mampu memberikan penerangan yang memadai di malam hari untuk jalan dan area sekitarnya, serta memiliki durasi pencahayaan yang panjang. Pemasangan lampu penerangan jalan tenaga surya merupakan implementasi penggunaan energi terbarukan dalam upaya pelestarian lingkungan..
Daseinsanalyse, Psychoanalyse und Buddhismus im Gespräch
Authors: Zwiebel Ralf , Weischede Gerald
Published: October 2023

Wie blicken Daseinsanalyse, Psychoanalyse und Buddhismus auf die Welt, wie auf Fragen des Lebens und Sterbens? Welche Lebens- und Selbstmodelle ergeben sich aus diesen verschiedenen Anschauungen? Ausgehend von Alice Holzhey-Kunz’ daseinsanalytischem Ansatz, der die psychoanalytische Theorie Sigmund Freuds mit existenzphilosophischen Auffassungen verbindet, treten der Psychoanalytiker Ralf Zwiebel und der Zen-Meister Gerald Weischede in einen intensiven Dialog, in dem die Gemeinsamkeiten und Unterschiede der drei Traditionen sichtbar werden. Mit ihren Reflexionen bieten die Autoren zunächst eine knappe Einführung in Psychoanalyse, Buddhismus und Daseinsanalyse, um anschließend vertiefend auf Fragen der Existenzphilosophie, der klinischen Psychoanalyse und Erfahrungen aus der eigenen meditativen Praxis einzugehen.
Heilende Kräfte im kindlichen Spiel
Authors: Zulliger Hans
Published: October 2023

»Das Spiel ist die Sprache des Kindes«, sagt Hans Zulliger. Der bedeutende Schweizer Kinderpsychotherapeut, Erziehungsberater und Psychoanalytische Pädagoge hat mit seinem Buch über das Kinderspiel Meilensteine im vertieften Verständnis von Kindern gesetzt. Er gibt Einsichten in die Wirkungsweise des Unbewussten, welches das Denken und Handeln von Kindern bestimmt, sowie hilfreiche Hinweise für die therapeutische und erzieherische Praxis. Das Kind drückt im Spiel seine Wünsche, Ängste, Konflikte und Hoffnungen aus. Wer diese Ausdrucksformen verstehen und den Kindern erzieherisch oder therapeutisch helfen möchte, muss sich in ihre Art, zu denken und Erlebnisse zu verarbeiten, hineinversetzen können. Anschaulich und theoretisch fundiert stellt Zulliger die Technik der von ihm begründeten deutungsfreien Spielanalyse in den Mittelpunkt, die nicht nur für die Kinderpsychotherapie, sondern auch für die Erziehung in Elternhaus, Schule und anderen Einrichtungen einen innovativen Ansatz bietet. »Wer Kindern helfen will, muss sie verstehen können.« Diesem Grundsatz folgt Zulligers Werk über das kindliche Spiel, das hier in einer Neuausgabe, eingeleitet und mit einem Editionsbericht des Herausgebers Reinhard Fatke, vorliegt.
SINKRETISME AGAMA BUDAYA BATAK TOBA DI LUAR ISLAM DI DESA PULAU RAKYAT TUA, KECAMATAN PULAU RAKYAT, KABUPATEN ASAHAN
Authors: Remila Widi , Ritonga Sakti , Ismail Ismail
Published: October 2023

Dalam penelitian ini membahas tentang Proses Terjadinya Sinkretisme Dan Bentuk-Bentuk Sinkretisme. Pada umumnya masyarakat di Desa Pulau Rakyat Tua adalah merupakan etnik batak toba, salah satu sub etnik batak. Mayoritas penduduk di Kecamatan Pulau Rakyat Tua beragama Islam. Masyarakatnya juga cukup baik menerima kaum pendatang dari luar etnis. Terbukti di Kecamatan ini terbentuk sebuah masyarakat Islam dan masyarakat Kristen yang hidup bersanding tanpa ada satupun persel isihan dari dulunya yang mempermasalahkan hal-hal seputar agama. Pada zaman kesultanan, orang Batak Toba meninggalkan kampung halamannya dengan berbagai alasan dan tinggal di Sumatera Timur yang diperintah oleh beberapa kesultanan Melayu yang sangat fanatik terhadap Islam. Kondisi ini pada akhirnya menyebabkan terjadinya akulturasi budaya di Asahan pada masa kerajaan hingga sekarang. Fakta menunjukkan bahwa telah terjadi akulturasi budaya antara budaya Melayu dan Batak Toba di Asahan. Dimana budaya yang kuat adalah budaya melayu dan budaya yang lemah adalah budaya batak yang dibawa oleh para pendatang. Karena tujuan migrasi suku Batak Toba ke Asahan adalah untuk memenuhi kebutuhan ekonominya, maka mereka terpaksa atau tidak terpaksa harus beradaptasi dengan etnis Melayu Asahan. Itulah sebabnya orang Batak mengikuti etnis Melayu, sehingga terjadi pergeseran budaya. Tujuan tulisan ini adalah mengetahui hubungan sosiologis antara sesama batak toba beda keyakinan dan juga terhadap etnik lain di luar Batak Toba Muslim. Metode yang dipakai dalam tulisan ini adalah metode sejarah, yaitu pengumpulan sumber, Interpretasi dan yang terakhir adalah penulisan. Pada tahap Heuristik, penilis menggunakan metode lapangan. 
The Relation Between Cognitive Processes and Problem-Solving Performances of Preschoolers
Authors: BAYINDIR Dilan
Published: October 2023

The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between the cognitive processing levels of preschool children and their problem-solving skills. The Cognitive Assessment System (CAS), developed by Naglieri and Das (1997) and adapted into Turkish by Ergin (2003), was used to determine the cognitive processing levels of children. A puzzle completion task was given to determine problem-solving strategies of the participant children. The age range of 21 children in the study group was between 5 and 6, with an average age of 5.61 months. According to the coding of the researcher 11 positive and 4 negative puzzle completion strategies that were used by children, were determined. A canonical correlation analysis was conducted using positive and negative strategies as predictors of problem-solving skills to evaluate the multivariate shared relationship between cognitive processes and problem-solving. The results indicated the explanatory percentage of the Planning dimension of cognitive processes on positive strategies was found to be higher than the Attention, Simultaneous and Successive dimensions.
Prevention of white impurities in vaname shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) using noni fruit extract (Morinda citrifolia) in semi-intensive shrimp cultivation system
Authors: Farastuti Eko Rini , Mumpuni FS  , Mulyana  , Faizi AL  , Taufik M  , Hamdani FI
Published: October 2023

White vanamae shrimp is one of the superior commodities in aquaculture. Currently, the productivity of white vanamae shrimp has not yet reached its production target. So, it is necessary to increase the amount of production on a gradual scale carried out by the community. In shrimp farming activities, disease problems are often encountered. Namely is a white stool, white feces, or White Feces Disease (WFD). The clinical symptoms that arise when shrimp are attacked by White Feces Disease (WFD) are that the shrimp's appetite decreases, the shrimp's intestines change color to white and even look empty due to lack of food intake, white feces floating on the surface of the water, and the shrimp's growth becomes abnormal. This WFD disease can be caused by poor cultivation practices, unhealthy seeds, and poor water quality, causing the emergence of disease microorganisms such as Vibrio sp bacteria. One way to treat this disease is to provide alternative medicine, noni fruit extract. This research consisted of 3 noni extract treatments and consisted of 3 replications, namely Treatment A: 10 mL/L; Treatment B: 15 mL/L; Treatment C: 20 mL/L. The noni dose is given at the specified dose once daily for one month. The survival rate of shrimp increased to 86.7%.
Evaluation of growth performance and water quality of vannamei shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) in intensive cultivation systems
Authors: Rifalda Mochamad Rio Rifalda , Robin  , MZ Novita
Published: October 2023

The success of shrimp cultivation is assessed based on the resulting performance, survival, growth, and total shrimp production. Apart from parent quality and feed quality, water quality is a determining factor in the success of shrimp cultivation. Good water quality will increase cultivation productivity. The research aims to measure the performance of vannamei shrimp using an intensive cultivation system at PT Bumi Cimandala Lestari by paying attention to the quality of cultivation waters. This research uses a descriptive method by following the entire series of cultivation production in the Bumi Cimandala Lestari shrimp pond. The activity lasts three months, from August to November 2022 at PT. Bumi Cimandala Lestari is located at Kp. Cipeundeuy, Surade Village, Sukabumi Regency. The results showed that the average survival rate from 8 cultivation ponds reached 67% with a growth rate of 0.26 g/day. The total production obtained was 55.42 tons with a size of 70-100 fish/kg. Water quality during the study was within the optimal range. The pH value of the water ranges from 7-9 with salinity ranging from 18.1 – 20.4 ppt. Dissolved oxygen value > 5 mg/L, and alkalinity ranges from 122 – 183 mg/L. The research showed that cultivation ponds had a temperature range between 24.8-30.4 and DO ranging from 2.49-8.23 mg/L. Water quality conditions are thought to support the growth and survival of shrimp well
THE APPLICATION POSSIBILITY OF TAX AS AN INSTRUMENT TO CONTROL THE NEGATIVE IMPACTS OF SWEETENED-BEVERAGE PRODUCTS
Authors: Sulistyo Rizky Tiaro , Firmansyah Amrie
Published: October 2023

Diseases caused by high sugar consumption have become a concern for health problems in various countries. Moreover, in several countries, this disease has become the main cause of the high mortality rate of its population. The high sugar consumption has also led to increased production of sugar-sweetened products. Therefore, efforts are needed to overcome and limit the high consumption and production of non-sugar-friendly products. One of the efforts that the government can implement as a regulator is implementing a tax scheme on sugar-sweetened products. This research aims to review the possibility of implementing taxes to control the negative impacts of beverage products containing sweeteners. This research uses a scoping review method by implementing taxes on products containing sweeteners internationally. The review of this implementation is used as a basis for providing recommendations for its implementation in Indonesia. This research concludes that tax regulations on beverage products containing sweeteners can be used to control people's consumption of sweeteners to maintain their health.
Impact of implementing the Public Entities Corporate Governance Act (PECG Act) Chapter 10:31 by State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Zimbabwe.
Authors: Mthombeni Admire , Obert Sifile , Rangarirai Mbizi , Masenya Malesela
Published: October 2023

The study sought to determine the impact of the Public Entities Corporate Governance Act Chapter 10:31(PECG Act ). The Act is the main piece of legislation governing corporate governance practices for State Owned Enterprises in Zimbabwe. In this view, the study adopted a mixed-methods approach in which pragmatism philosophy was applied. A  convergent parallel design was used in which data was gathered using a structured questionnaire and an interview guide. The target population consisted of top and middle management, board members, board chairpersons, and CEOs of SOEs found in  Zimbabwe. Using the sampling procedure developed by Krejcie and Morgan (1970), a sample size of 351 individuals was determined for quantitative data, and sixteen (16) interviews were done until saturation was reached. The research employed stratified random sampling for sampling respondents for quantitative data and purposive sampling was used for sampling respondents for qualitative data. SPSS version 23  was used to analyse quantitative data, whilst NVivo version 12 was used to analyse qualitative data. The main impact of the PECG Act was that it fosters accountability, transparency, and responsibility and encourages strategic planning for SOEs. The research also confirmed that reforms on restrictions on the remuneration of board members(RRORB) have a positive effect on corporate governance practices in SOEs, and reforms on dismissal and resignation (RDRBM) of board members lead to best corporate governance in SOEs. The study recommended that responsible authorities should make strict enforcement to comply with the dictates of the PECG Act. The study had a limitation that results from broad SOE categories may not be generalised to specific SOE categories.
An analytical investigation of uniformly star like class of functions via gener-alized koebe function
Authors: H. Moureh Anwar , F. Al-Janaby Hiba
Published: October 2023

Recently, several of the generalizations Koebe function are introduced and investigated. In this study, a linear complex operator is investigated in terms of the generalized Koebe function and Wright function. A new geometric class, namely a uniformly starlike class, is provided. Furthermore, certain properties are discussed such as coefficient bounds, growth, distortion results, radii of convexity, starlikeness and close-to-convexity.
Emerging Therapies in Neurodegenerative Diseases: Targeting Protein Aggregates
Authors: Servushan Pasderhsh
Published: October 2023

Neurodegenerative diseases represent a group of debilitating conditions characterized by the progressive degeneration of neurons, resulting in cognitive and motor impairments. Among the common pathological features of these disorders are protein aggregates, which play a pivotal role in disease progression. This paper explores the emerging therapies that focus on targeting protein aggregates as a novel approach to treat neurodegenerative diseases. We delve into the molecular mechanisms underlying protein aggregation, discuss current therapeutic strategies, and highlight promising developments in the field of protein aggregate-targeted therapies, including immunotherapies, small molecules, and gene therapies. Additionally, we evaluate the challenges and future prospects of these therapies, emphasizing the potential for groundbreaking advancements in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
Epigenetics and Disease: How Environmental Factors Impact Gene Expression
Authors: Servushan Pasderhsh
Published: October 2023

Epigenetics, the study of heritable changes in gene expression that do not involve alterations to the underlying DNA sequence, has emerged as a pivotal field in understanding the complex interplay between genetics and the environment. This paper delves into the intricate world of epigenetics, exploring the mechanisms by which environmental factors influence gene expression and contribute to the development of various diseases. We will examine key epigenetic modifications, such as DNA methylation, histone modifications, and non-coding RNAs, and how they can be influenced by environmental exposures such as diet, stress, toxins, and lifestyle choices. Furthermore, this paper will provide insights into the implications of epigenetics in disease susceptibility, progression, and potential therapeutic avenues for mitigating epigenetic alterations associated with various health conditions.
On the Existence of Prime Pairs for Every Even Natural Number Greater Than Two: An Elaborate and Rigorous Resolution of the Binary Goldbach Conjecture Through Parity Analysis and Prime Decomposition
Authors: Padhi Anshuman , Mohapatra Amman
Published: October 2023

In this paper, we present a direct proof of the Goldbach Conjecture for even numbers greater than 2, a longstanding problem in number theory. Our proof builds upon known results and well-established principles of elementary number theory, including the weak Goldbach conjecture and properties of even and odd numbers, ultimately establishing the validity of the conjecture, through rigorous mathematical reasoning and deductive approach. The Goldbach Conjecture posits that every even number greater than 2 can be expressed as the sum of two prime numbers. We provide a clear and concise proof that reaffirms the conjecture’s accuracy, contributing to the body of knowledge in prime number theory and tries to prove one of the most famous unsolved problems in number theory.
Nanorobotics in Medicine: Miniature Machines for Targeted Therapy
Authors: Kaauser Driao
Published: October 2023

Nanorobotics is an emerging field in medicine that holds the promise of revolutionizing healthcare by enabling precise and minimally invasive treatments. These miniature machines, often on the nanoscale, have the potential to navigate through the human body, deliver drugs with pinpoint accuracy, and perform intricate tasks at the cellular and molecular levels. This paper provides an in-depth exploration of nanorobotics in medicine, discussing its historical context, current advancements, challenges, and future prospects. We delve into the potential applications of nanorobotics, including drug delivery, cancer therapy, surgery, and diagnostics, and analyze the ethical and safety considerations associated with this transformative technology. Through a comprehensive review of the literature, we aim to shed light on the remarkable potential of nanorobotics in medicine and the exciting possibilities it offers for personalized and targeted therapy.
KEADILAN DALAM BIDANG KESEHATAN BAGI MASYARAKAT MISKIN DAN BERPENGHASILAN RENDAH
Authors: ANANTA MUHAMMAD YUSUF
Published: October 2023

Kesehatan sebagai hak asasi manusia menjadi hal yang sangat penting untuk diperjuangkan, karena Kesehatan menjadi penyebab karena Kesehatan menjadi penyebab kualitas dan masa depan suatu bangsa. Untuk menjamin Kesehatan seluruh lapisan masyarakat maka diperlukan jaminan Kesehatan agar memudahkan masyarakat miskin dan kurang mampu untuk memperoleh hak nya. Pada kenyataannya tidak mudah bagi masyarakat miskin dan kurang mampu untuk memperoleh layanan Kesehatan yang memadai. Indonesia sebagai negara berkembang juga masih dihadapkan pada masalah rendahnya akses masyaraakat terhadap pelayanan Kesehatan yang berkualitas. Namun, dengan kebijakan dari pemerintah, kemungkinan masalah ini terjadi bisa teratasi dengan baik.Keadilan dalam memperoleh pelayanan kesehatan merupakan sebuah tantangan besar yang harus dihadapi Indonesia. Untuk menghindari adanya ketidakadilan layanan Kesehatan yang diperoleh masyarakat, maka peran pemerintah sangat dibutuhkan untuk menangani hal tersebut. Pemerintah harus berupaya meningkatkan kualitas kesehatan masyarakat dengan adanya jaminan sosial. Jaminan sosial merupakan salah satu bentuk perlindungan masyarakat oleh pemerintah guna memperoleh jaminan Kesehatan yang adil dan layak. Namun ada beberapa kendala yang dialami masyarakat seperti; kurangnya kesadaran masyarakat untuk hidup sehat dan kurangnya mutu layanan kesehatan yang ada di Indonesia.
Challenges and Barriers to ESL Adoption in the Retail Industry
Authors: Sergey  , Kirill
Published: October 2023

Challenges and Barriers to ESL Adoption in the Retail Industry
Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring: The Future of Healthcare Delivery
Authors: Kaisanesh Jadbila
Published: October 2023

Telemedicine and remote patient monitoring (RPM) have rapidly evolved, becoming essential components of modern healthcare delivery. This paper explores the dynamic landscape of telemedicine and RPM, emphasizing their potential to revolutionize healthcare by enhancing accessibility, reducing costs, and improving patient outcomes. We delve into the technological advancements, regulatory framework, benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations surrounding these innovations. Moreover, we discuss their integration into various medical specialties, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing their efficacy, and their impact on patient-centered care. Through a comprehensive analysis of the current state and future prospects, we aim to highlight the transformative potential of telemedicine and RPM in shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
Petrographic and geochemical evidence for a complex magmatic plumbing system beneath Bagana volcano, Papua New Guinea
Authors: Brown Joshua , Buisman Iris , Castellanos Melendez Maria , Dikaung John , Steenssens Léa , Edmonds Marie , Ellis Ben , Hartley Margaret , Itikarai Ima , Mulina Kila , Neave David , Nicoli Gautier , Salem Lois , Vukmanovic Zoja , Mcc Brendan
Published: October 2023

Bagana is a persistently active stratovolcano located on Bougainville Island, Papua New Guinea. Characteristic activity consists of prolonged lava effusion over months to years, with occasional shifts to explosive vulcanian or subplinian eruptions which threaten surrounding communities. Satellite observations have shown that Bagana is a major SO2 emitter, particularly during eruptive intervals. Despite persistent and potentially hazardous activity, no previous geophysical, petrological, or geochemical studies have constrained the magma storage conditions and reservoir processes at Bagana. To address this knowledge gap, we present new bulk rock major, trace element and radiogenic isotope data, plus mineral phase major element compositions, for Bagana lavas erupted in 2005 and 2012 and ash erupted in 2016. We use our new data to understand the magmatic processes controlling the typical effusive activity and provide the first estimates of magma storage conditions beneath Bagana. The basaltic andesite bulk rock compositions (56-58 wt % SiO2) of our Bagana lavas reflect accumulation of a plagioclase + clinopyroxene + amphibole + magnetite + orthopyroxene crystal cargo by andesitic-dacitic (57-66 wt % SiO2) carrier melts. Constraints from clinopyroxene and amphibole thermobarometry, amphibole hygrometry and experimental petrology suggest that the high-An plagioclase + clinopyroxene + amphibole + magnetite assemblage crystallizes from basaltic-basaltic andesitic parental magmas with 4-9 wt % H2O, at ~1100-900 °C and 240-570 MPa, corresponding to ~9-21 km depth. Continued crystallization in the mid-crust produces andesitic-dacitic residual melts, which segregate and ascend towards the surface. These ascending melts entrain a diverse crystal cargo through interaction with melt-rich and mushy magma bodies. Degassing of carrier melts during ascent results in crystallization of low-An plagioclase and the formation of amphibole breakdown rims. The radiogenic isotope and trace element compositions of Bagana lavas suggest that parental magmas feeding the system derive from an enriched mantle source modified by both slab fluids and subducted sediments. Our findings suggest that the prolonged lava effusion and persistently high gas emissions that characterise Bagana’s activity in recent decades are sustained by a steady state regime of near-continuous ascent and degassing of magmas from the mid-crust. Our characterisation of the Bagana magmatic plumbing system during effusive activity provides a valuable framework for interpreting ongoing monitoring data, and for identifying any differences in magmatic processes during any future shift to explosive activity.
Climate Action on the Mind: A Longitudinal Study of American’s Psychosocial Drivers of High Impact Climate Behaviors
Authors: Rakhimov Abdurakhim , Aweko Scovia , Thulin Erik
Published: October 2023

Adopting high impact climate behaviors at scale can lead to significant carbon reductions. Motivating these behaviors requires social scientists and policymakers to understand the psychological and social factors to create the enabling environment for widespread adoption. Past longitudinal survey research has primarily focused on general climate beliefs and risk perceptions. While behavioral and social science research has identified key beliefs and attitudes as such enabling conditions, this work tends to study a single snapshot in time often in a narrow population, not allowing for the identification of trends. This paper launches the annual Climate Action on the Mind (CAM) longitudinal survey, which aims to track key psychosocial factors influencing high impact climate behaviors (e.g., installing rooftop solar and driving an electric car) relevant in the United States. The paper introduces the first two waves of the CAM survey from December 2021 and June 2023 , quota-matched to represent the U.S. population on a set of demographic characteristics. This provides the first access to a multi-dimensional analysis of how the enabling psychosocial conditions for high impact climate behaviors are shifting in the United States to aid in the development of future policy and interventions.
Understanding Individual Motivations and Deterrents: Interviews with Genocide Perpetrators from Rwanda and Cambodia
Authors: Caspar Emilie A.
Published: October 2023

In this study, I present the results of interviews with 49 former genocide perpetrators from Rwanda and 51 former members of the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia to better understand their motivations and deterrents for participating in mass atrocities. I will contrast these qualitative interviews with experimental research from psychology and neuroscience to offer an interdisciplinary approach to better understand their participation. The findings from the interviews show that a vast majority of respondents identified obedience to authority as a primary factor in their involvement. Many also cited the significant influence of group dynamics, particularly in Rwanda where many murders were carried out by armed groups. These reports align with two main forms of social influence: obedience to authority and conformity. Research in psychology and neuroscience has shown that obeying orders or conforming to a group can strongly alter our behaviors by affecting several brain processes. When questioned about deterrents, a majority from both groups conceded that without intervention from an external military force, they would not have stopped participating on their own. This finding is pivotal as it emphasizes the necessity of external intervention to stop mass atrocities.
Towards a Theory of Water Drinking: The Essential Health Behaviour
Authors: Rodger Amy , Barsalou Lawrence , Papies Esther K.
Published: October 2023

Water intake is a vital aspect of health, yet a comprehensive theoretical understanding of this behaviour has been lacking, hindering efforts to increase people’s intake. Recent advances in psychology research methodology stress the importance of theory development for understanding and changing behaviour. Specifically, poor theory development practices are considered partly responsible for current issues, such as the replication crisis and ineffective interventions. Therefore, we aimed to develop a theoretical framework of water drinking behaviour informed by current best practice recommendations on theory development. We reviewed emerging water drinking research to (1) define water drinking behaviour, and (2) identify and establish how various constructs influence water drinking in daily life, which are key activities in the theory development process. Our framework suggests researchers should account for the complexities of water drinking, including the different steps involved, how they vary between people and situations, and the relative time and effort needed for each step. Moreover, it underscores the intricate interplay between internal and external factors influencing water drinking behaviour. External influences include constructs like water security, tap water quality, and toilet facilities, while internal influences include individual attributes like thirst, knowledge, habitualness, and reward. Our framework implies that comprehensive theories of behaviour are essential to comprehend the complex interplay of influences underlying water drinking. Additionally, it suggests that a complex intervention approach, targeting both individual and systemic-level influences, is likely needed to address inadequate water intake. We also discuss research from other consumption behaviour domains, evidencing that aspects of this framework may apply to consumption behaviour more broadly. This paper does not aim to establish a definitive theory of water drinking behaviour but offers a current snapshot of our understanding to inform future research and intervention efforts.
The biocomplexity gradient: a thermodynamic trend in macroevolution
Authors: Lucas Brendan
Published: October 2023

Here it is argued that macroevolution exhibits a trend towards a general increase in the complexity of the entire biosphere through geological time between mass extinction events. This trend is demonstrated through evidence from recent decades’ progress in paleontology, especially the identification of Major Evolutionary Transitions and what some call the Pull of the Recent. A new thermodynamic variable called biocomplexity (defined as the product of “structural” negentropy and “metabolic” entropy production) is proposed to quantify this trend, which is likewise called the biocomplexity gradient. It is also argued that the biocomplexity gradient has an ultimately thermodynamic nature and cause, driven by the solar bioenergetic input of free entropy into the biosphere through primary producers and the largest-scale effects of the maximum entropy production principle (MEPP) on the nonequilibrium, dissipative Earth system. The general trend of the biosphere’s increasing biocomplexity is periodically interrupted by mass extinction events. However, after each such event, Earth biocomplexity seems to reach yet greater heights. Cellular automata are also explored as a related and compatible computational model for the same macroevolutionary trend. The biocomplexity gradient offers a description of how it is possible that the complexity of life has come to be, and a framework for directionality in macroevolution. There is much more research to be done in nonequilibrium thermodynamics and its applications to evolutionary theory.