bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A study of classical Korean narratives described in French: On the writings of Seo Young-hae
Authors:   The Research Of The Korean Classic, Hwang In-soon
Published: December 2023

This study aims to investigate the identity of classical Korean narratives in French, and based on this, to explore the possibility of expanding the field of Korean literature research and to refine the research methodology. This study focuses on three classic Korean narrative texts written in French by Seo Young-hae: Autour d’une vie coréenne(1929), Miroir, cause de malheur (1934), and La fille d’un cordonnier (unknown). The last text, in particular, is the first to be introduced in this study and translated that Seo Young-hae has been writing Korean classical narratives in French throughout her stay in France.
This book, described in French by a Korean native author, has classical narratives as its main object of description. The classical Korean narratives, reinterpreted from Seo’s perspective, represent Korea as he interpreted it, or Korea as he translated it. The pursuit of Korean independence, which was consistent with his stay in France with a clear purpose, and his understanding of the Korean tales based on it, are the fundamental elements that constitute Seo’s rewriting, or translation. Therefore, this paper will examine how Seo interprets and translates Korean classical narratives by focusing on the external and internal relationships surrounding writing. To do so, I will analyze the three texts interactively and examine the adaptation of classical narratives and the linguistic and cultural translation of Korean classical narratives through them. While Seo emphasizes the inheritance of folk traditions and customs, he also emphasizes that it is not simply an inheritance without transformation, and that existing traditions can be reconstructed within an expanding network rather than closedly linked. This is Seo’s interpretation of the classics, tales, and oral tradition, and his hope for a post-modern Korea.
Decomposition Solution of a Mathematical Model for Capillary Formation
Authors: Pamuk Serdal
Published: December 2023

We compare the numerically calculated solution of a mathematical model for capillary formation in tumor angiogenesis
with the one that is obtained by Adomian’s decompostion method. This methods requires no additional assumptions and linearization.
Numerical comparison indicates that there is a close agreement between the two solutions.
Impact of mannoproteins from different yeast species on wine properties
Authors: Snyman Carla , Mekoue Nguela Julie , Sieczkowski Nathalie , Marangon Matteo , Divol Benoit
Published: December 2023

The extent to which the addition of extracted mannoproteins (MPs) improve wine properties such as mouthfeel, clarity and colour stability is a controversial topic, and conflicting results have been reported. One possible explanation for this is the diversity that exists between MPs, a prevalent cause for which is their yeast strain of origin. However, although wine yeast species other than Saccharomyces cerevisiae possibly present an untapped source of MPs, their influence on wine as extracted additives is still ill-characterised. This study sought to compare the impact of MPs extracted and purified from different yeast species, named Saccharomyces boulardii, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Metschnikowia fructicola and Torulaspora delbrueckii, as well as a commercial control, on wine. MPs were applied to a red and a white wine at three different concentrations, and BSA-reactive tannins, polymeric pigments, colour characteristics, browning potential and protein haze-forming potential were measured over the course of six months. The most notable differences were observed for the commercial MP, which achieved lower BSA-reactive tannins, increased polymeric pigments and a greater reduction of browning potential. This could be due to the difference in preparation procedures compared to the MPs extracted and purified for this study, possibly leading to variations in the commercial MPs’ structure and composition. However, some differences were also evident between species, with M. fructicola treatments achieving a 20 % reduction in browning compared to ~10 % for the other purified MPs and significantly increased colour intensity of red wine treated with low concentrations of T. delbrueckii. This study highlights alternative yeast species as a potential source of MPs with diverse benefits to wine and the need for further investigation into their diversity and properties to promote their eventual exploitation.
Methods and Software Tools for the Safety Movement of Agricultural Highly Automated Vehicle Based on Deep Learning Methods
Authors: Svyatov Kirill , Zhitkov Roman , Mikhailov Vladislav , Khayrullin Imil
Published: December 2023

When implementing a control system for a ground-based unmanned vehicle (UV) used in agri-culture, an important factor is the low cost of the equipment used, so the use of cameras without lidars for navigation, avoiding obstacles, and ensuring movement safety seems promising. En-suring the safety of movement of UV consists of developing methods and means that make it possible to bypass static and dynamic obstacles and make an emergency stop if it is impossible to bypass.
The article describes methods and software that provide detection of objects surrounding the UV through the use of the YOLOv8 neural network, space free for movement through the use of se-mantic segmentation with the MobileNetV3 network architecture, tools for combining several data sources to build a local perception map, as well as linear and angular speed of the UV based on calculating the optimal direction of movement for avoiding obstacles. Testing of the developed methods and software was realized in the Webots simulation environment. Software is developed with ROS2.
Photobleaching and Polarization Anisotropy of Olive Flounder Canine by Nonlinear Optical Microscopy
Authors: Kim Minju , Kim Jinu , Lee Seunghwan , Kim Hyesu , Taylor Robert A. , Kyhm Kwangseuk
Published: December 2023

We have investigated the canine of olive flounder in terms of the nonlinear optical signals of two-photon excitation autofluorescence (2PEF) and second harmonic generation (SHG), whereby two kinds of nonlinear microscope images of the canine were obtained using ~140 femtosecond pulses. For increasing excitation power of laser pulses, a photobleaching effect was found to be significant in the red and green ranges of autofluorescence, where a double-exponential decay of the intensity occurs within hundreds of second due to collagen fluorophores in the canine. In the blue range of autofluorescence, the photobleaching is suppressed due to an energy conversion of the incident laser pulse to SHG signal. As a result, the signal in blue range remains constant for long term exposure to laser. We have also found that the SHG intensity depends on the orienta-tion of linearly polarized excitation, and the optical anisotropy of SHG can be attributed to the collagen alignment of canines.
Diffusion of an Active Particle Bound to a Generalized Elastic Model: Fractional Langevin Equation
Authors: Taloni Alessandro
Published: December 2023

We investigate the influence of a self-propelling, out-of-equilibrium active particle on generalized elastic systems, including flexible and semiflexible polymers, fluid membranes, and fluctuating interfaces, while accounting for long-ranged hydrodynamic effects. We derive the fractional Langevin equation governing the dynamics of the active particle, as well as that of any other passive particle (or probe) bound to the elastic system. Our study explores the diffusional behavior emerging for both the active particle and a distant probe.
Application Of Peter Chew Theorem For Calculus (Second Order Linear Equations With Constant Coefficients)
Authors: Chew Peter
Published: December 2023

Exercising surds to represent figures is a common practice in scientific and Engineering fields, especially in scripts where calculators are banned or unapproachable. Peter Chew Theorem make result becomes simple when dealing with converting Quadratic Surds. The substance of the Peter Chew Theorem lies in enabling the forthcoming generation to simple break problems related to Quadratic Surds more effectively, easing a direct comparison with contemporary results. By employing the Peter Chew Theorem, one can streamline the tutoring and literacy of math, particularly concerning second- order direct equations with constant portions. This theorem's objective aligns with Albert Einstein's famed quotation Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.
EEUR-Net: End-to-End Optimization of Undersampling and Reconstruction Network for 3D Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Authors: Dong Quan , Liu Yiming , Xiao Jing , Pang Yanwei
Published: December 2023

It is time-consuming for acquiring complete data by fully phase encoding in two orthogonal directions along with one frequency encoding direction. Undersampling in the 3D k-space is promising in accelerating such 3D MRI process. Though 3D undersampling can be conducted according to predefined probability density, the density based method is not optimal. Because of the large amount of 3D data and computational cost, it is challenging to perform data-driven and learning-based 3D undersampling and subsequent 3D reconstruction. To tackle this challenge, this paper proposes a deep neural network called EEUR-Net, realized by optimizing specific undersampling patterns for the fully-sampled 3D k-space data. Innovatively, our undersampling algorithm employs an end-to-end deep learning approach to optimize phase encoding patterns and uses a 3D U-Net for image reconstruction of undersampled data. Through end-to-end training, we obtain an optimized 3D undersampling pattern, which significantly enhances the quality of the reconstructed image under the same acceleration factor. A series of experiments on a knee MRI dataset demonstrated that, in comparison to standard random uniform, radial, Poisson and equispaced Cartesian undersampling schemes, our end-to-end learned undersampling pattern considerably improves the reconstruction quality of undersampled MRI images.
Hydrogel Microparticles for Bone Regeneration
Authors: Bektas Cemile , Mao Yong
Published: December 2023

The loss or dysfunction of skeletal tissue often necessitates surgical intervention, particularly in cases involving trauma, tumors, or abnormal development leading to critical-sized defects. Despite autografts being considered the gold standard for bone grafts, their limitations and complications prompt the exploration of alternative approaches for bone repair and regeneration. Current advancements in bone tissue engineering have led to innovative strategies aiming to regenerate injured bone structures, providing viable alternatives to traditional autografts or allografts. Among these strategies, Hydrogel Microparticles (HMPs) have emerged as promising scaffolds due to their notable characteristics, including high porosity and mechanical tunability. HMPs play an important role in facilitating vasculature formation, mineral deposition, and overall bone tissue regeneration. HMPs, fabricated through various techniques, exhibit versatility in functions such as drug and cell delivery, structural scaffolding, and bioinks for 3D printing. In addition, these microgels can be injected for minimally invasive delivery and can display modular properties with different designs and configurations. This review exclusively focuses on the advancements in HMPs for bone regeneration, delving into synthesis and functionalization techniques while highlighting their diverse applications documented in the literature. Our aim is to shed light on the unique benefits and potential of HMPs in the intricate field of engineering bone tissue.
Development of a Rabies Virus-Vectored Vaccine against Borrelia burgdorferi Targeting BBI39
Authors: Rios Shantel , Bhattachan Bibek , Vavilikolanu Kruthi , Kitsou Chrysoula , Pal Utpal , Schnell Matthias J.
Published: December 2023

Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne illness in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Borrelia burgdorferi, a spirochete bacterium transmitted by the tick vector Ixodes scapularis, causes Lyme disease in the U.S. If untreated, Lyme arthritis, carditis, and meningitis will occur. Given the absence of a human Lyme disease vaccine, we developed a vaccine using the rabies virus vaccine vector, BNSP333, and an outer surface borrelial protein BBI39. To incorporate BBI39 into the RABV virion, we generated a chimeric BBI39 antigen, BBI39RVG, by fusing it with the final amino acids of the RABV glycoprotein. Here we demonstrated that BBI39RVG antigen was incorporated into the RABV virion, and mice vaccinated with our RABV-BBI39RVG vaccine induced high amounts of BBI39-specific antibodies which are maintained long-term. The BBI39 antibodies neutralized Borrelia in vaccinated mice when challenged with Borrelia burgdorferi by either syringe injection or infected ticks, and reduced Lyme disease pathology.
Enhancing Fingerprint Forensics: A Comprehensive Study of Gender Classification Based on Advanced Data-Centric AI Approaches and Multi-Database Analysis
Authors: Spanier Assaf , Steiner Dor , Sahalo Navon , Abecassis Yoel , Ziv Dan , Hefetz Ido , Kimchi Shimon
Published: December 2023

Use of fingerprints found at a crime scene is a common practice for identifying suspects in criminal investigations. Over the past two decades, attempts have been made to obtain additional information from fingerprints, beyond locating suspects as part of an investigation. This includes gender, age and nationality. Researchers demonstrated 75%-90% accuracy in gender classification based on fingerprint images. Nonetheless, despite promising results, these studies have several significant shortcomings with respect to their practical feasibility. First, they ignore the low quality and quantity of fingerprints collected from the crime scene since typically the scene of a crime has only one fingerprint collected, and the fingerprint might be partially or of poor quality as well. Second, as most results are based on a single database, public or private, it is difficult to generalize the most suitable method. Third, studies miss the untapped potential of Data-Centric AI (DCAI) approaches for improving results. The aim of this study was to compare, for the first time, the gender classification from a fingerprint using several datasets and with varying fingerprint image quality. The results from four databases are compared, three public and one internal private database. In addition, we utilize the latest Data-Centric AI (DCAI) approaches for improving classification results. The results demonstrate that a conservative Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) such as VGG is sufficient for this task. Classification accuracy ranges from 80% to 95% depending on the quality of the fingerprint, with DCAI approaches adding 1%-4% improvement. For partially or low-quality fingerprint images, the periphery of a fingerprint is the most significant area for determining gender. The source code is also provided here for practical application.
On the Asymptotic of Solutions of Odd Order Two-Term Differential Equations
Authors: Sultanaev Yaudat T. , Valeev Nur F. , Nazirova Elvira A.
Published: December 2023

The work is devoted to the development of methods for constructing asymptotic formulas as x→∞ of a fundamental system of solutions of linear differential equations generated by a symmetric two-term differential expression of odd order. The coefficients of the differential expression belong to classes of functions that allow oscillation (for example, those that do not satisfy the classical Titchmarsh-Levitan regularity conditions). As a model equation, the 5th order equation i2p(x)y′′′′′+p(x)y′′′′′+q(x)y=λy, for which various cases of behavior of the coefficients p(x),q(x), is investigated. New asymptotic formulas are obtained for the case when the function h(x)=−1+p−1/2(x)∉L1[1,∞) significantly influences the asymptotics of solutions to the equation. The case when the equation contains a nontrivial bifurcation parameter is studied.
Pricing Contingent Claims in a Two-Interest Rate Multi-dimensional Jump-diffusion Model via Market Completion
Authors: Melnikov Alexander , Mohammadi Nejad Pouneh
Published: December 2023

In this paper, we investigate a financial market in which asset prices evolve based on a multi-dimensional Brownian motion process and a multi-dimensional Poisson process with different credit and deposit rates We proceed to evaluate European options by establishing upper and lower hedging prices through a transition to a suitable auxiliary market. Additionally, we address the minimization of shortfall risk and no-arbitrage price bounds in incomplete markets within this framework.
The Past, Present, Future: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Human Skin Diseases
Authors: Ebrahimnejad Niki , Goodarzi Heidi
Published: December 2023

When the skin is afflicted by disease such as cancer, these essential functions are disrupted, putting the entire person at risk. While the American Cancer Society lists 6 major cancer types, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases identifies 13 significant benign skin disorders, reflecting the diversity of skin conditions in dermatology. This topical review aims to provide an overview of the pathophysiology of these major skin cancers and disorders and summarize conventional diagnostic methods and current treatment approaches.
Assessing Recession Constant Sensitivity and Its Interaction with Data Adjustment Parameters in Continuous Hydrological Modeling in Data Scarce Basins: A Case Study Using the Xinanjiang Model
Authors: Zin Thandar Tun , LU Minjiao , OGURA Takahiro
Published: December 2023

While considering the sensitivity over the parameter optimization, it is essential to determine which parameters have the most significant implications on model performance. This study focuses on the baseflow recession constant as one of the independent basin parameters to forecast low flows, perform hydrograph analysis, and calibrate rainfall-runoff models for significant improvement. Prior studies examined that the optimization of data adjustment parameters can improve the hydrological model performance and determine the minimum acceptable data length for data scarce regions using the Xinanjaing model. However, it is essential to pay special attention to the sensitivity of the recession constant, which can also impact the model performance during the data scarcity. Therefore, this study extends the research to comprehend the recession constant sensitivity over data adjustment parameters in the shorter datasets leading to more reliable parameter estimation. In terms of that, this study explores how recession constant affects hydrological parameter estimation on annual scale while keeping data adjustment parameters constant in continuous hydrological modeling, employing the Xinanjiang (XAJ) model as a case study. This study considered two approaches of recession constant (cg); (i) assessing the relationship between cg and the data adjustment parameter (Cep), for the 28-year datasets, (ii) investigating the significant impacts of the sensitivity of cg over Cep in shorter datasets which can affect the estimation of the acceptable minimum data length in the data scarce basins. The study underscores the importance of the recession constant sensitivity for reliable continuous hydrological model predictions, especially in data-scared areas. The study’s outcomes enhance the understanding of the importance of parameter sensitivity and its relationship in conceptual hydrological modeling during the data limitations.
Global Non-existence of a Coupled Parabolic-Hyperbolic System of Thermoelastic Type with History
Authors: Esquivel-Avila Jorge Alfredo
Published: December 2023

We consider two abstract systems of parabolic-hyperbolic type that model thermoelastic problems. We study the influence of the physical constants and the initial data on the nonexistence of global solutions that in our framework are produced by the blow-up in finite time of the norm of the solution in the phase space. We employ a differential inequality to find sufficient conditions that produce the blow-up. To that end, we construct a set that is positive invariant for any positive value of the initial energy. As a result we found that the coupling with the parabolic equation stabilizes the system, as well as the damping term in the hyperbolic equation. Moreover, for any pair of positive values $(\xi,\epsilon)$, there exist initial data such that the corresponding solution with initial energy $\xi$ blows-up at a finite time less than $\epsilon$. Our purpose is to improve results previously published in the literature.
Cultural-Based Diabetes Self-Care Management Education for People with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Empowering Community Health Workers (Kaders) Program Evaluation
Authors: Kadar Kusrini S. , Mulyana Andi Saputri , Indargairi Indargairi , Jeremiah Rohan Dexter
Published: December 2023

Aim: The aim of this study was to understand the perspectives of Kaders, community health nurses (CHNs), and the community on an empowerment program for Kaders in Indonesia. The program aimed to help Kaders provide cultural-based diabetes self-care management education for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Methods: The empowerment program consisted of a four-month training program, including two full-day sessions on cultural-based health education for people with T2DM, followed by four months of monitoring T2DM patients. Fifteen Kaders from community health centers in Makassar City participated in the program. Focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted with Kaders to explore their perceptions and experiences related to the program. Interviews were also conducted with CHNs and people with T2DM regarding their perceptions of the program.
Results: The FGDs with Kaders resulted in four themes: overall training, guideline book, education and monitoring program, and potential obstacles. CHNs highlighted the benefits of the program, the guideline book, and the impact on patients. Patients identified three themes, including the benefits of the program, what was taught, and what was improved.
Conclusion: The empowerment program for Kaders in Indonesia has proven to be beneficial for Kaders, CHNs, and the community. Kaders have the potential to provide effective and efficient health education with proper preparation and empowerment through knowledge and skills.
Investigating Physiotherapists’ Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Evidence-Based Practice in Indonesia
Authors: Bachtiar Farahdina , Condrowati Condrowati , Purnamadyawati Purnamadyawati , Rabia Rabia
Published: December 2023

Introduction: In order to deliver quality care to patients and clients, physiotherapists should implement Evidence Based Practice (EBP) in the area of clinical services. There has been little research into the adoption of EBP among physiotherapists in Indonesia.
Aims: This study aims to investigate the attitudes, knowledge, and practice of physiotherapists in Indonesia regarding EBP.
Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional research approach was used to assess physiotherapists' attitudes, knowledge, and practice in Indonesia. An online self-administered questionnaire-based survey containing validated Indonesian versions of the Evidence Based Practice Questionnaire (EBPQ) and sociodemographic variables was distributed to physiotherapists via social media.
Results: The questionnaire was completed by 156 physiotherapists, with 73 (46.8 %) men and 83 (53.35 %) women participating. The total EBP Questionnaire (EBPQ) average score was 127.67, with a mean of 5.31 out of 7 (SD = 0.96). The attitude (5.23, S D= 0.95) had the highest EBP score, followed by knowledge (5.25, SD=1.01) and practice (5.23, SD=1.30). Education level (p = 0.001), professional category (p = 0.002), and clinical instructor (p = 0.024) were the characteristics related with increased EBP performance.
Conclusion: In summary, physiotherapists in Indonesia have positive attitudes, knowledge, and practices towards EBP. Higher education levels, working as a clinician and educator, and teaching clinical students may all help to enhance EBP implementation.
Improvement of Selectivity and Antifouling Properties of Chitosan-modified Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Membrane for Protein Filtration
Authors: Zatadini Reza , Ni’mah Aldita Fatchul , Setiawan Yudi , Pradita Agung Lucky , Pratiwi Desy Vita , Syakirina Dina , Insani Mayzy Vanesia , Naufal Widyan Muhammad , Rayhani Wulida , Saputra Ozi Adi , Pramono Edi
Published: December 2023

Protein with high purity is currently a valuable commercial commodity, prized for its high value and application in specialized functions. PVDF-based membrane technology has found widespread use in protein purification processes. However, the issue of fouling on the membrane surface frequently hampers the performance of PVDF membranes. The present study aims to enhance PVDF membranes' selectivity and antifouling properties through chitosan modification, thereby optimizing protein filtration. PVDF and PVDF/Chitosan membranes were fabricated using the phase inversion technique, followed by a comprehensive characterization of their surface properties, thermal attributes, and performance in bovine serum albumin (BSA) protein filtration. The collected data revealed notable increases in membrane hydrophilicity, porosity, and pure water flux due to the incorporation of chitosan. The membrane protein rejection capabilities were significantly enhanced to levels exceeding 90% with the introduction of 0.5% chitosan. Moreover, as the chitosan concentration increased, the membrane exhibited superior antifouling characteristics, with the 0.5% chitosan concentration yielding the highest Flux Recovery Ratio (FRR) value of 85.35%. Considering the significant improvement selectivity and antifouling properties in the combined system, the chitosan-modified PVDF membrane holds substantial promise in protein purification applications.
OPINIONS OF STUDENTS OF SELECTED AREAS OF STUDY ON FOOD SECURITY AND FOOD SAFETY
Authors:   Institute of Bioengineering and Animal Breeding, Siedlce University of Natural Sciences and Humanities, Siedlce, Poland, BIESIADA-DRZAZGA Barbara , BANASZEWSKA Dorota ,   Institute of Bioengineering and Animal Breeding, Siedlce University of Natural Sciences and Humanities, Siedlce, Poland, ANDRASZEK Katarzyna ,   Institute of Bioengineering and Animal Breeding, Siedlce University of Natural Sciences and Humanities, Siedlce, Poland, ZAREMBA Urszula ,   Institute of Bioengineering and Animal Breeding, Siedlce University of Natural Sciences and Humanities, Siedlce, Poland, KAIM Sabina ,   Institute of Bioengineering and Animal Breeding, Siedlce University of Natural Sciences and Humanities, Siedlce, Poland
Published: December 2023

In every country and on every continent, food security is one of the most important and even fundamental human needs, and thus feeding people should be an overriding goal at the in- ternational, national, and even household level. Food security involves meeting three conditions – physical access to food, economic access to food, and production of healthy food ensuring a nu- tritionally optimal diet. The aim of the study was to assess basic knowledge of food security and safety among students of agriculture and medicine at the global and household level. The survey found a satisfactory level of knowledge on the subject of the research. Students indicate differences in the concepts of food security and safety as well as variation in economic access to food and the need to eliminate it. They indicate the causes of hunger and malnutrition, and particularly the need to ensure production of safe food. Most respondents regarded food security in their households as satisfactory and stated that an increase in income does not necessarily lead to an increase in ex- penditures on food. Irrespective of their area of study, the survey participants correctly identified the main causes of hunger and malnutrition in the world, as well as the regions and countries in which these phenomena occur. The main causes of hunger and malnutrition in the world were considered to be the increase in the population, authoritarian systems of government and associated armed conflicts, and unfair distribution of food.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MC1R GENE AS A LOCUS E AFFECTING COAT COLOR IN DOGS
Authors:   Department of Genetics, Faculty of Biotechnology and Animal Breeding, West Pomeranian University of Technology, Szczecin, Poland, KOWALEWSKA Inga
Published: December 2023

The color of dogs is the result of various genes that control the pigmentation of the coat mainly. There are many genes that influence the color, pattern and distribution of fur in dogs, one of which is the gene encoding the melanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R), also known as the E locus. The melanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R) is a protein that plays a key role in the regulation of skin, hair and eye pigmentation in animals. This receptor is responsible for the processing of peptide hormones that control the production of melanin, which is the pigment of the skin and fur. Mutations within this gene can affect the color of animals, including dogs. The main alleles identified and described for the E lo- cus are: E (wild type), EM (melanistic mask) and e (recessive red); they are widespread in various dog breeds, indicating that they existed at an early stage in the formation of individual breed groups. The other identified alleles are less common and are: EG (grizzle/domino), e2 (only among Australian Cattle Dogs and their crossbreds) and e3 (only among Siberian Huskies and their crossbreds), eA (ancient red) allele and the allele EH (only among English Cocker Spaniels and American Cocker Spaniels). Of course, it’s important to remember that dog color is a complex genetic phenomenon that can be controlled by many different genes working together, and that the variety of coat colors in different dog breeds results from a combination of these genes.
INTERACTIONS BETWEEN LIGHT INTENSITY AND DROUGHT STRESS AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON THE GROWTH OF WHEAT SEEDLINGS
Authors:   Department of Bioengineering, West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin, Poland, MATUSZAK-SLAMANI Renata , ULAN Maciej ,   Department of Bioengineering, West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin, Poland
Published: December 2023

In this paper, wheat seedlings were exposed to different levels of photon flux density (PFD) and drought stress. Seedlings of the wheat cv. Goplana were cultivated in controlled conditions in a miniphytotrone and exposed to three different photosynthetic photon flux densities (400, 800, and 1200 μmol⋅m−2⋅s−1) and drought stress (a water potential of −0.6 MPa). The Hoagland’s solution-treat- ed seedlings served as a control. The fresh and dry matter of the overground parts and roots, rela- tive chlorophyll concentration, electrical conductivity and chlorophyll fluorescence parameters were measured. Drought stress decreased the biomass of wheat seedlings, cv. Goplana. Higher intensities of photosynthetically active irradiation stimulated biomass growth both under control conditions and under drought stress. Drought and higher PFD intensity resulted in a decrease in chlorophyll content. Only the highest light intensity, together with drought stress, negatively affected the structure of cell membranes, increasing their permeability. Both of the applied stress factors did not cause significant changes in the values of the determined parameters of chlorophyll fluorescence in the leaves of wheat seedlings. These results suggest that the increase in light intensity has a mobilising effect on the plant, stimulating the development of biomass both under control conditions and under drought stress. No changes in the values of chlorophyll fluorescence parameters under the influence of different light intensities and drought stress may indicate that there were no significant disturbances in the course of the light phase of photosynthesis in the leaves of the tested seedlings.
EVALUATION OF REPRODUCTIVE PERFORMANCE, GROWTH, SLAUGHTER TRAITS AND MEAT QUALITY OF BLACK-AND-TAN RABBITS KEPT IN POLAND
Authors:   National Research Institute of Animal Production, Department of Small Livestock Breeding, Balice, Poland, SIUDAK Zuzanna , PAŁKA Sylwia ,   University of Agriculture in Krakow, Department of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Ethology, Faculty of Animal Breeding and Biology, Kraków, Poland
Published: December 2023

Rabbit is a highly adaptable animal, but far-reaching animal improvement, and the use of additives in the form of antibiotics and growth promoters, has resulted in the production of overgrown, often unhealthy individuals. It would be impossible to keep them in a backyard environment or on the increasingly popular organic farms. Hence, less popular rabbit breeds that can provide livestock on farms with extensive production systems are being sought. Literature reports suggest that a breed worthy of consideration is the Tan breed. Scientific studies comparing rearing, fattening and slaugh- ter performance of Black-and-Tan rabbits with New Zealand White rabbits do not indicate that the Black-and-Tan breed is inferior in these traits. The meat obtained from Black-and-Tan rabbits is also of high quality, comparable to that attributed to rabbits of typical meat breeds. In addition, Black-and-Tan rabbits can be a valuable component for commercial crossbreeding, significantly improving the rearing results, slaughter performance and meat quality of the crosses.
SELENIUM CONTENT IN THE OVARIES OF FREE-LIWING CERVIDAE FROM NORDEASTERN POLAND§
Authors:   Department of Biology of Animal Environment, Institute of Animal Science, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Warsaw, Poland, SKIBNIEWSKA Ewa M. , SKIBNIEWSKI Michał ,   Department of Morphological Sciences, Institute of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Warsaw, Poland, VOVK Stakh S. ,   Institute of Agriculture of the Carpathian region of National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Obroshyn, Lviv region, Ukraine, HANUSZ Ewa ,   District Veterinary Inspectorate, Bystrzyca Kłodzka, Poland
Published: December 2023

Selenium is counted among the trace elements necessary for the maintenance of metabolic processes occurring in the animal body, including the proper functioning of the reproductive system. The aim of the study conducted was to analyze the selenium content in the ovaries of red deer (Cervus elaphus) and European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) in an attempt to establish a range of reference values for individuals of these species. Selenium concentrations in tissues tested were determined using spectrofluorometric method after wet mineralization in HNO3 and HClO4 mixture. Ovaries Se concentrations ranged from 0.034–0.338 mg⋅kg−1 wet weight and 0.015–0.285 mg⋅kg−1 wet weight in roe deer and red deer respectively. Based on the results, it was found that the average selenium content was higher in the ovaries of red deer and was 0.11 while in roe deer it was 0.09 mg⋅kg−1 wet weight. The gonads of European roe deer were characterized by higher variability of the analyzed pa- rameter in relation to samples obtained from female red deer. The coefficient of variation in their case was almost 90.1, while the value of the coefficient of variation for selenium content in the parenchymal layer of ovaries in red deer was almost 67.6.
Financial Literacy for University Students: Helping You Prepare For Life
Authors: Kurnianti Destria , Khairunnisa Hera , Handarini Dwi , Marsofiyati  , Anwar Choirul , Sebayang Karuniana Dianta A. , Yusuf Muhammad , Mundhiharno  , Yaacob Mohd Hasimi , Sari Rini Nurmala , Haneul  , Malzara Vidia Ratu Balqis , Safitri Gita
Published: December 2023

Without good financial planning, it will not be easy to achieve all of one's financial goals in the future. The purpose of this community service is to teach students how to manage finances so that they can understand personal financial planning and be wise in managing their finances. This activity is aimed at students of the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Accountancy Universiti Malaysia Sabah and students of the Faculty of Economics and Management Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Knowledge of financial planning will be taught by a lecturer and a speaker from Finansialku as a digital financial application to introduce how to use the application for financial planning. The result of this event is that students need to have sufficient and good financial literacy in order to be able to prepare their financial condition for the future.
Septic Arthritis of the Pubic Symphysis in a 16-Year-Old Male Adolescent
Authors: Kim Noah , Hance Frederick , Barsi James
Published: December 2023

Case:

A 16-year-old male adolescent presented with 4 weeks of right-sided hip pain and fever in the setting of recent groin trauma. He was diagnosed with septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis (SAPS) and was treated nonoperatively with antibiotics. Symptoms recurred, and he underwent surgical drainage of the pubic symphysis followed by a prolonged course of antibiotics. Follow-up at 12 months indicated complete symptom resolution.

Conclusion:

This is the ninth reported adolescent case of SAPS. Although the presentation and disease course closely resembled those reported in the literature, this is the only case that required surgical intervention after failed nonoperative management.
PRODUCTION QUALITY CONTROL ANALYSIS OF HARUM MANIS USING THE SIX SIGMA METHOD (CASE STUDY: MSME HARUM MANIS, LAMONGAN)
Authors: Heryanto Andika Yuli , Ferdiansyah Moh
Published: December 2023

The Harum Manis was a popular traditional food in the 1990s made from sugar, flour, and food coloring. MSME Harum Manis is an MSME that produces harum manis snacks that have been in production since 2012. The author's observations found that the company had problems in its production process, namely, defective products. Types of harum manis product defects are stable fracture, rough fracture, and soft looseness. This research aims to identify the factors that cause product defects, calculate the sigma value in the production harum manis products, and provide suggestions for improving the quality control of harum manis production. The research uses the six sigma method with the concept of DMAIC (define, measure. analyze, improve, and control). The sample used in each data collection is 30 kg. The defect factors for the harum manis product are the slow gulali withdrawal process, the employees being less skilled, the lack of employee training, the addition of flour needs to be more stable, and the production room is now open. The sigma level obtained from MSME Harum Manis in October was 3.4, while in November, a sigma value of 3.28 was obtained. Proposed improvements include conducting training for new and old workers on an ongoing basis, making standard operating procedures (SOP) for workers, making SOP regarding the production process in detail, and closing the production room during production.
FORMULATION OF SNAKEHEAD FISH (CHANNA STRIATA) AND SUNGKAI LEAF (ALBERTISIA PAPUANA BECC) ON THE QUALITY OF SHREDDED
Authors: Suparno Suparno , Andanu Odi
Published: December 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of the formulation of shredded snakehead fish and sungkai leaf on the quality of shredded to produce quality shredded. The design of this study used a non-factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with 4 (four) treatments and 6 (six) repetitions, namely: P1 = 100 g snakehead fish; P2 = 99 g of snakehead fish: 1.0 g of sungkai leaf powder; P3 = 98 g of snakehead fish: 2.0 g of sungkai leaf powder; P4 = 97 g of snakehead fish: 3.0 g of sungkai leaf powder. The results of the research on the effect of the formulation of shredded snakehead fish with the addition of sungkai leaf powder on chemical properties showed results that significantly affected ash content 47.37% - 5.81%, water content 5.16% - 5.66%, protein content 27.36 % - 51.21%, fat content 18.06 - 22.41%, antioxidant activity 47.81 - 103.96 µg/ml, and hedonic tests such as color 3.00 - 5.44, aroma 4.16 - 5 .04, taste 3.96 – 5.80 while the texture has no significant effect. The treatment of the formulation of shredded snakehead fish with the addition of sungkai leaves complies with the Indonesian National Standard (SNI).
Effect of Blanching Time on The Healthy Salt Characteristics of Sealible (Suaeda Maritima)
Authors: Oktaviani Dewi , Maflahah Iffan , Supriyanto Supriyanto
Published: December 2023

Sea salt has long been applied as food complement, but its use as ingredient receives serious health concern in last decade. Healthier salt containing NaCl no more than 60% is accepted as the promising option replacing the conventional one. The sealible plant (Suaeda maritima) can be procesesed into healthy salt. The plant grows well in muddy swamps of coastal areas, which make it have high salinity. The aim of this research was to determine the characteristics of healthy salt prepared from furrow plants using different levels of blanching time and activated charcoal. This research design followed a non-factorial completely randomized design (CRD) with different blanching time (no blanching, 3 min, 6 min, and 9 min) and the addition of activated charcoal (1.5%). The salt quality was checked for yield, water content, ash content, NaCl content, mineral content, salinity, vitamin A and phytochemicals. The results of the research showed that the furrow plant salt showed significant differences of salt characteristics in terms of yield, water content, ash content, NaCl content, minerals, salinity and vitamin A.
Modification of The Synthesis of Silica from Litter Ori Bambusa (Bambusa blumeana) Leaves Using Sodium and Potassium With The Hydrothermal Sol-Gel Method As Agricultural Fertilizer
Authors: Hamawi Mahmudah , Trisnaningrum Niken
Published: December 2023

Bamboo plants in Indonesia are familiar plants and have not been utilized optimally. Most people only use the stems for daily needs and a small part for industry, while the leaves are left as waste. Bamboo leaves have a fairly high silica content. Bamboo leaves that have fallen and are scattered on the ground (bamboo leaf litter) are a potential source of natural silica. Silica fertilizer in agriculture is still very necessary, especially in nanosized. Through silica extraction from bamboo leaf litter, it is hoped that it will be able to meet agricultural silica needs and reduce bamboo leaf waste. The aim of this research is to modify the synthesis of silica from ori bamboo leaf litter (Bambusa blumeana) by extracting NaOH and KOH using the hydrothermal sol-gel method to produce nano silica. Nano silica production uses the hydrothermal method because it does not require large costs, is more effective, and has a high level of purity. Synthesis of original bamboo leaf litter silica using the hydrothermal sol-gel method. Bamboo leaf litter ash was analyzed using the XRF test, and silica was analyzed using the SEM-EDX mapping test to determine its morphology and content. The research results showed that synthesis with sodium produced higher levels of bamboo leaf silica compared to potassium. The size of the silica particles obtained is still in the form of micrometers (47–52 µm).
Bamboo plants in Indonesia are familiar plants and have not been utilized optimally. Most people only use the stems for daily needs and a small part for industry, while the leaves are left as waste. Bamboo leaves have a fairly high silica content. Bamboo leaves that have fallen and are scattered on the ground (bamboo leaf litter) are a potential source of natural silica. Silica fertilizer in agriculture is still very necessary, especially in nanosized. Through silica extraction from bamboo leaf litter, it is hoped that it will be able to meet agricultural silica needs and reduce bamboo leaf waste. The aim of this research is to modify the synthesis of silica from ori bamboo leaf litter (Bambusa blumeana) by extracting NaOH and KOH using the hydrothermal sol-gel method to produce nano silica. Nano silica production uses the hydrothermal method because it does not require large costs, is more effective, and has a high level of purity. Synthesis of original bamboo leaf litter silica using the hydrothermal sol-gel method. Bamboo leaf litter ash was analyzed using the XRF test, and silica was analyzed using the SEM-EDX mapping test to determine its morphology and content. The research results showed that synthesis with sodium produced higher levels of bamboo leaf silica compared to potassium. The size of the silica particles obtained is still in the form of micrometers (47–52 µm).
Potential of Coffee and Cocoa Shell Waste as An Energy Source: Analysis of Characteristics of Briquettes From Coffee and Cocoa Shell Waste Through The Carbonization Process
Authors: Santosa Kresna mulya , Firmanto Hendy
Published: December 2023

This research aims to compare the characteristics of briquettes as an energy source produced from coffee shell waste and cocoa waste. The briquette-making process involves carbonization to produce charcoal as the primary raw material for briquettes. Carbonization time varies, influenced by the type of waste and size of the material. After that, the charcoal is reduced and sifted into fine and coarse powder. Briquette molding uses pressure using a pipe as a mold. The characteristics of briquettes are analyzed through water content, density, burning rate, and ash content. The research results show differences in characteristics between coffee and cocoa waste. The carbonization process affects the time and mass difference of raw materials. Cocoa pod shells require the longest (±35 minutes), while cocoa bean shells require the shortest (±17 minutes). Next, making briquettes involves molding and pressing using a pipe as a mold. The results showed that waste cocoa pod shells and cocoa bean shells produced more briquettes than waste coffee pod shells and coffee bean shells. The moisture content of briquettes from all types of waste meets the standards, but the density of the raw material for coffee husk waste is low, while the briquettes have a high density. The burning rate of briquettes varies, with cocoa bean shell briquettes having the fastest burning rate and producing much smoke. The ash content of cocoa pod husk briquettes exceeds the standard, while cocoa bean husk briquettes have low ash content. The density of the raw material is correlated with the moisture content of the briquettes. The highest burning rate occurs in cocoa bean shell briquettes, influenced by low density and high water content. The ash content of the briquettes meets standards, except for cocoa shell briquettes. This research proves that cocoa and coffee shell waste can be processed into briquettes with different characteristics.