bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
STUDY OF SCINTILLATION RESPONSE OF NEUTRONS AND GAMMA QUANTA BY THE METHOD OF REMOVING SUPERPOSED PULSE
Authors: Imom Mirahmadi Sharofiddin , Romodanov Vadim Leonidovich , Farhod Rahimi , Odinaev Subkhonjon Fatkhulloevich
Published: May 2024

The presented research work is devoted to the problems of studying the digital method for analyzing neutron and gamma ray pulses by eliminating superimposed responses. This method consists of scintillation detectors, photomultiplier tubes, an analog-to-digital converter and an appropriate algorithm. The method was used to analyze the loading of neutron channels in liquid and crystalline scintillation detectors, the ratio of the number of neutrons in the response with a change in the distance of the gamma-ray source, as well as the ratio of neutron and gamma ray pulses for various scintillator loads. Liquid and crystal scintillators were used as analytical instruments.
PHÂN LẬP VÀ XÁC ĐỊNH MỘT SỐ NẤM MỐC GÂY HẠI TRÊN VỎ TRÁI THANH LONG HYLOCEREUS COSTARICENSIS SAU THU HOẠCH
Authors: Trinh Trần Thị Mai , Liên Đặng Phan Thị Kim , Tâm Phạm Bùi Minh , Huyền Nguyễn Thị Thu
Published: May 2024

Đối với Việt Nam, trái thanh long là trái cây có giá trị dinh dưỡng và kinh tế cao nhưng có thời hạn bảo quản ngắn. Nấm mốc gây hại là một trong các nguyên nhân gây tổn thất chất lượng trái thanh long sau thu hoạch. Nghiên cứu này được thực hiện nhằm tìm ra những chủng nấm mốc gây hại trên trái thanh long Hylocereus costaricensis trong quá trình bảo quản sau thu hoạch. Bằng cách cấy chín mẫu vỏ bị hỏng của trái thanh long H. costaricensis lấy từ vườn thanh long tại Long An trên môi trường thạch chọn lọc Czapeck-Dox, năm chủng nấm mốc N1, N2, N3, N4 và N5 được phân lập và làm thuần. Dựa vào đặc điểm đại thể (hình thái khuẩn lạc) và vi thể (hình thái tế bào trên kính hiển vi quang học), chủng N1 và N2 có thể thuộc chi Fusarium, chủng N3 có thể thuộc chi Neoscytalidium, chủng N4 có thể thuộc chi Rhizopus và chủng N5 có thể thuộc chi Aspergillus. Hai chủng nấm mốc N1 và N3 lần lượt được xác định là Fusarium fujikuroi (độ tương đồng 100%) và Neoscytalidium sp. (độ tương đồng 100%) dựa trên phân tích trình tự vùng ITS và LSU của gen rRNA kết hợp với đặc điểm hình thái. Thử nghiệm lây nhiễm nhân tạo cho thấy cả hai chủng nấm mốc F. fujikuroi N1 và Neoscytalidium sp. N3 đều gây hại trên trái thanh long H. costaricensis sau thu hoạch. Các kết quả của nghiên cứu này đã góp phần cung cấp thêm thông tin về các loại nấm mốc gây hại và từ đó góp phần giúp định hướng việc ngăn ngừa và bảo quản trái thanh long H. costaricensis sau thu hoạch ở Việt Nam.
TINH BỘT NGÔ BIẾN TÍNH: TỐI ƯU ĐIỀU KIỆN BIẾN TÍNH BẰNG PHƯƠNG PHÁP BỀ MẶT ĐÁP ỨNG
Authors: Oanh Bùi Thị Kiều , Lương Nguyễn Thị , Bảo Trần Gia , Ly Phạm Thị Khánh , Mẫn Nguyễn Minh , Thúy Lê Thị Hồng
Published: May 2024

Bài báo này trình bày kết quả sử dụng phương pháp bề mặt đáp ứng với thiết kế mô hình lặp tâm (RSM-CCD) để tối ưu quy trình oxy hóa tinh bột ngô bằng tác nhân natri hypoclorit. Mô hình được thiết kế 18 thí nghiệm với 6 thí nghiệm tại tâm để xây dựng cho ba yếu tố khảo sát gồm nồng độ clo hoạt động (1% đến 5%), nhiệt độ (30oC đến 70oC) và pH (từ 7 đến 11). Kết hợp với việc khảo sát đơn yếu tố hai thông số là thời gian oxy hóa và hàm lượng tinh bột, điều kiện tối ưu đạt được ở nhiệt độ 51,85oC; nồng độ clo hoạt động 3,74%; pH 9,06; hàm lượng tinh bột 40% và thời gian oxy hóa 90 phút. Kết quả phân tích ANOVA cho hệ số R2 cao (0,9934) và p < 0,0001 chứng tỏ mô hình có ý nghĩa thống kê. Ngoài ra, mô hình được kiểm chứng cho kết quả mức độ oxy hóa cao nhất đạt 0,719% ứng với hàm lượng nhóm carbonyl và carboxyl lần lượt là 0,075% và 0,649%. Phổ FTIR của tinh bột ngô oxy hóa xuất hiện peak hấp thụ ở 1744 cm-1 ứng với dao động của nhóm C=O chứng tỏ phản ứng oxy hóa đã xảy ra.
Anita Desai’s Fasting, Feasting as a Direct Threat to the Indian Sub-continental Patriarchal Societal Structures: A Feminist Exploration
Authors: Haque Mohammad Mozammel
Published: May 2024

A close and attentive perusal of the works by Anita Desai, one of the renowned India-born Diasporas, will show that the novelist has expressed her long-smothered outburst for the autonomy of the female of the society she lives in. And with a view to reaching her goal, she has sarcastically criticized the social norms, values, superstitious principles laid down on the females by the male members of the society. In her famous novel Fasting, Feasting, Uma—the protagonist—is treated as a maid servant of the family of which she is a member. She is forbidden to carry on her studies after her only brother 'Arun' – the so- called light (prodip) of the family— is born, asked to provide her mother with all types of aids she needs to bring up the child (the son). Anamika, another female character who gets a scholarship to pursue her study at Oxford University, is not allowed to go for higher study; rather she is forced to get married with an elderly man. She was indescribably persecuted by her husband and mother-in-law, and compelled to go for hysterectomy. Finally, Anamika is burned alive but nobody knows the reason. So, the condition of women of the society Anita Desai lives in is so deplorable that it surpasses the condition of women of the Dark Age just before the advent ofProphet Mohammed (peace be upon him). Thus, the present study, besides spotlighting on how Anita Desai has delineated all these incidents picturesquely in her novel, will also show how the novelist has sarcastically denunciated the patriarchal societal structures and threatened them. The research has been carried out from feminist point of view. Both primary as well as secondary sources have been explored in order to give this work a complete shape.
KAPSAYICI EĞİTİM; SIĞINMACI ÖZEL GEREKSİNİMLİ ÖĞRENCİLERE YÖNELİK ÖZEL EĞİTİM ÖĞRETMENLERİNİN GÖRÜŞLERİNİN DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ
Authors: Küçükgöz Mehmet
Published: May 2024

Kapsayıcı eğitim, ilk dönemlerinde özel gereksinimi olan bireyler için ön plana çıkarken; günümüz dünyasında artık çok boyutlu olarak değerlendirilmekte ve bireylerin yeteneği, etnisitesi ve sosyal sınıfı gibi çeşitli durumları da dikkate alan bir bakış açısı ile kabul görmektedir. Kapsayıcı eğitimde her kültür ve her birey değerlidir. Özel gereksinimli bireylere de bu değer kapsamında önem verilmektedir. Bir ülkede sığınmacı durumunda olan özel gereksinimli bireyler ve bu bireylerle ilgili yapılan çalışmalar düşünüldüğünde; bu çalışmanın alan için yararlı olacağı değerlendirilmektedir. Gerçekleştirilen bu araştırma ile kapsayıcı sınıf ortamlarında sığınmacı olarak bulunan özel gereksinimi olan öğrencilerin yaşadığı güçlüklerin tesbit edilmesine yönelik özel eğitim öğretmenlerinin görüşlerinin incelenmesi hedeflenmiştir. Türkiye’de sığınmacı öğrencilerin yoğun olduğu illerden biri de Kahramanmaraş’tır. Bu doğrultuda Kahramanmaraş’ta görev yapan ve sınıfında sığınmacı olarak özel gereksinimli öğrencisi olan 26 özel eğitim öğretmeni ile görüşmeler yapılmıştır. Öğretmen görüşleri nitel araştırma yaklaşımı kapsamında yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formları kullanılarak belirlenmiştir. Görüşme soruları alan uzmanlarından görüşler alınarak geliştirilmiş ve gönüllük esasında görüşmeler yapılmıştır. Araştırma verileri içerik analiziyle incelenmiş ve bulgular ortaya konmuştur. Araştırma bulgularında sığınmacı özel gereksinimli öğrenciler ile ilgili yaşanılan güçlükler ve eğitimlerine yönelik öneriler ön plana çıkmıştır. Yaşanılan temel güçlükler arasında “aileler ile iletişim kuramama, öğrencilerin dil farklılığı, kültürel farklılık, akran dışlaması, sınıf uyum problemi, davranış problemleri ve akademik başarısızlık” yer alırken; getirilen öneriler arasında “Türkçe dil öğretimi, aile eğitimi, tercüman desteği, kültürel uyum, sosyal etkinlik arttırımı ve destek eğitim” ön plana çıkmaktadır.
Особенности биологии гравера обыкновенного Pityogenes chalcograhus в Карелии
Authors: Лябзина С.Н. , Злобин Д.П.
Published: May 2024

В статье приводятся сведения о биологии гравера обыкновенного Pityogenes chalcograhus Linnaeus, 1761 в Карелии. Представлены данные о встречаемости P. chalcograhus в районах хвойных насаждений с разными климатическими зонами (среднетаежная зона и Крайний Север). Имаго гравера отлавливали с помощью феромонных ловушек производства ФГБУ «ВНИИКР». Ловушки выставляли в нескольких типах биоценозов – на ветровальных участках и в хвойных лесах (ельники и сосняки зеленомошные) – на 1 вегетационный сезон. Сравнивается плотность гравера в биоценозах природных охраняемых зон (заповедник «Кивач» и национальный парк «Паанаярви») и лесничествах. Наибольшее количество P. chalcograhus в хвойных биоценозах отмечено в среднетаежной зоне (Прионежский и Пряжинский районы), где в ловушку за сезон попадается в среднем около 1 тыс. особей; в северных районах число отловленных особей уменьшается в 2 раза. В изучаемых лесничествах установлена невысокая численность гравера в сборах, что подтверждает контроль лесных служб за состоянием лесных насаждений. Напротив, ветровальные участки природных охраняемых зон являются локальными резерватами для вредителя. В статье указаны сроки лёта гравера на территории изучаемого региона, даны сведения о зимующих фазах вредителя. Количество отловленных самцов и самок в ловушках приблизительно в равном соотношении, что подтверждает высокую чувствительность диспенсера на основе агрегационного феромона халькограна для обоих полов. Это также предполагает возможность использовать данный феромон для изъятия вредителя из популяции при интегрированном методе борьбы.
Sobre políticas públicas para la implementación de las energías renovables
Authors: Tenas Alós Miguel Ángel , Colás Laguardia María Elena , Bernad Mainar Rafael , Lascorz Collada María-Cruz , Bernad Mainar Rafael
Published: May 2024

La energía constituye una necesidad vital para todos los seres humanos, en casi todos los ámbitos de la vida. Por ello, deviene fundamental estudiar algunos de los principales problemas actuales, desde un punto de vista tan trascendental como el jurídico. Para clarificar algunas de las cuestiones planteadas respecto a dicha energía, y desde una perspectiva jurídica, nace esta obra del Grupo de Investigación ECONOMIUS-J. Se trata de ahondar en la investigación desarrollada con anterioridad, y expuesta en la primera obra del grupo de esta índole, titulada Visión sociojurídica de la energía eólica: una nueva realidad transformadora. Esta segunda obra permite trazar algunas líneas maestras respecto a lo que está sucediendo y lo que puede ocurrir en años venideros. El punto de partida de la obra se ha centrado en algunos de los aspectos claves que están afectando, desde hace un tiempo, a la población, como son las políticas públicas enfocadas a la implementación de las energías renovables. Esta obra ofrece reflexiones y planteamientos respecto a la situación actual de las energías renovables, sin descuidar su posible evolución. En definitiva, cuestiones que tanto el legislador como la propia sociedad deberán plantearse. De obras como esta podrán extraerse no solo análisis de los problemas actuales, sino también posibles soluciones aplicables para la reducción de emisiones y la obtención de una energía limpia, sin perjuicio de los derechos de las personas.
Generosity development model of an organic food community in Thailand
Authors: Maneesiri Patcharapunt , Phlainoi Nawarat , Makarabhirom Pearmsak , Srijantr Thippawal
Published: May 2024

Learning and sharing in a dynamic society causes exchanges and generosity within groups. This qualitative study aimed to explain the generosity development patterns of an organic urban market and a CSA group, and to show the spiritual values in an organic food community reflecting upon the learning mechanism of co-existence. The research employed a qualitative approach using in-depth interviews among 38 participants selected using the snowball technique. The core method was managed using content analysis. Based on the findings, generosity development was defined as a learning process for relationship construction. This process possessed three special characteristics. Firstly, it constituted an individual learning process characterized by high adaptability wherein agents could accept various exchange situations. Secondly, interactions between two agents were noted to reflect every moment to transformative learning in a relationship status. These two case studies satisfied their own exchange together to maintain relationships. Lastly, a middleman’s participation was observed, who facilitated dialogs to be crystal clear for sharing food safety and food security issues. It could be noted that the key success was the learning obtained from transformative individual characteristics to group constructions. The consequence of the learning process produced trading exchange activity and a paradigm shift of all stakeholders towards sympathy, empathy, and generosity. As a result, the investigation of the social interactions between producers and consumers of organic vegetables possessed value in the social interactions occurring through consumption. Furthermore, interaction reflects a learning process leading to co-management and harmonious coexistence among people.
Does Tamil Nadu’s free bus travel policy impact women’s lives?
Authors: Joel Premkumar Jilly Philippa , M.S. Sameem Banu , J. Meenal
Published: May 2024

Sustainable Development Goal 5 aims to achieve gender equality by 2030, and various national and state policies and programs are being implemented with a gender-inclusive perspective. Women often rely on male members of the family to meet their needs and due to COVID-19 pandemic losses and ongoing price hikes on essential goods, many working women in the informal sector, such as domestic workers, construction workers, agricultural workers and daily wage employees, are finding it difficult to survive. Poor women who are destitute, separated, widowed, disabled or migrated are the worst affected as they have no choice but to work and earn money to survive. Women pushing for their livelihood means their mobility is more important in the face of job losses and economic opportunities. Also, in the face of rising petrol and diesel prices, transportation costs have been identified as a key burden for families, which many women have been unable to afford.  In this context, the Tamil Nadu government announced free public bus travel for women in June 2021 in an attempt to alleviate travel costs and enhance women's work participation rates. This research paper investigates the economic and social impact of the 'Free Bus Travel Policy' on women in the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, by using a mixed method design adopting both quantitative survey (150) and qualitative interviews (30). The free bus travel policy has impacted women's economic and social lives, especially among women from lower-income groups, and the majority of them have agreed that this scheme has increased their access to economic resources, mobility, and financial independence. However, the scheme suffers limitations such as lack of proper time management, lack of suitable infrastructure, and lack of frequent buses that are to be provided to have an effective implementation of the scheme.
Empowering a local economy in Indonesia through tourism and good practice
Authors: Fitrianto Achmad Room , Halim Abdul , Mcmichael Heath
Published: May 2024

This article explores how a group of stakeholders worked collaboratively on an economic initiative to develop an abandoned limestone mine site in Sekapuk village, Gresik, Indonesia. A sustainable livelihood framework using qualitative methods is used in the analysis. The fieldwork reveals that in Sekapuk, village-owned companies and village officials cooperated to maximise the utility of their assets and economic advantage by designing and implementing two community programs. The first program, known as the TAPLUS (Tabungan Plus) Savings and Investment Plan, used community funds for converting an abandoned limestone mine site into a viable tourist destination. The second program sought to empower women economically by enabling single mothers to access low-interest, soft loans. The program provided these women and other women’s groups with the means by which they could become involved in tourism activities at village level. Through implementation of these initiatives, the Sekapuk community benefitted in a variety of ways; by repurposing an abandoned mine as a domestic tourist destination for economic gain and by empowering residents of the village.
Examining the models of social entrepreneurs in Nam Noi community, Hat Yai district, Songkhla province
Authors: Parinyasutinun Utai
Published: May 2024

This qualitative research aimed to exam the models of social entrepreneurs in the Nam Noi community, of Hat Yai district, Songkhla province. The qualitative methods of interview, focus group discussions, participant observation, and knowledge-sharing forums were used as field data collection tools. Informants for the research comprised 70 people, consisting of 3 social entrepreneurs, 25 villagers, 4 community leaders, 1 local administrative officer, 5 academics, 5 social movement activists, and 27 students. The data were also collected from related literature reviews and area studies. The data analysis was mainly based on the content analysis approach. The study found that social entrepreneurs in the Nam Noi community were entrepreneurs who operated businesses to respond to their own needs and to help solve community problems. Moreover, whether considering any of the models of social entrepreneurs, be it the pioneer, cooperator, social network creator, inspiration, or changemaker, all of them utilized social innovations such as social networks, computer programs, or online social media that impacted the community’s economic, social, and environmental aspects. They also corresponded with the sustainable development goals in the following aspects. First, people's development resulted from academic cooperation through educational institutions. Second, the planet's development resulted from the change in food containers. Third, prosperity and development resulted from the rotation of money, income distribution, and community economic stimulation. Fourth, peace development resulted from family strengthening, contributing to peace and happiness for people in the community. Fifth, partnership development resulted from the creation of social media networks for a better community. All of these innovations helped people in the community have a better quality of life.
The implications of digital communication between parents and teachers from a teachers’ point of view
Authors: Khoo Nur Aini Khoo binti Ahmad Fuad , Osman Sharifah , Daud Mohd Fadzil , Kumar Jeya Amantha , Kurniati Dian
Published: May 2024

Digital communication has been popular among general Malaysian users. It comes as no surprise that digital communication is taking over in educational settings. Parent-teacher communication is very important, because both parties play a big role in children's learning wellbeing. Thus, this study explores the advantages and disadvantages of using WhatsApp groups as a digital communication tool for parent-teacher communication. Because WhatsApp groups are not yet considered a formal medium, there are no rules or regulations in place to govern communication. Therefore, this study aims to guide teachers on managing digital communication between parents and teachers so that the alternative can be utilised efficiently. This qualitative study involved six teacher informants responsible as class teachers for any grades or levels in national and government primary and secondary schools located around Johor Bahru. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews and were analysed using thematic analysis. Based on the findings, there are both advantages and disadvantages to using WhatsApp groups among parents and teachers. WhatsApp groups offer benefits such as information being delivered easily and quickly; parents and teachers accessing information in WhatsApp groups from various locations; and immediate interaction between parents and teachers. The conveniences that WhatsApp group functions offer can foster cooperation between parents and teachers. However, there are several disadvantages to using WhatsApp groups that are the unintentional extension of teachers' working hours caused by the flexibility of WhatsApp groups, an invasion of teachers’ privacy and its contribution to any discussions on trivial matters. WhatsApp groups should set rules and restrictions to improve the groups' effectiveness and efficiency for parents and teachers. Teachers should serve as the group's host and administrator in order to preserve the semi-formal relationships between parents and teachers. Because teachers' healthy work-life balance is also important, establishing good practice for managing WhatsApp groups is essential.
Differentiation in how Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) women responded to the jihad fatwa in the 1945 Battle of Surabaya
Authors: Sugiarti  , Dienaputra Reiza D. , Nugraha Awaludin , Kartika N. , Fakhriati
Published: May 2024

The discourse on Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) women's response to the call for jihad in the Battle of Surabaya in 1945 remains a matter of debate among both conservative and modern Muslims. This article utilizes the Islamic spirit approach proposed by Kevin W. Fogg by examining the correlation between NU women's nationalism and their responses to the jihad fatwa during the Battle of Surabaya. The results of this study conclude that NU women's responses were influenced by three factors: religious understanding, political awareness, and socio-cultural background. Indeed, there were differences in the responses of NU women who belonged to families of kyai, or experts in Islam, and were affiliated with pesantren, or Islamic boarding schools, and those who belonged to ordinary families or farmers to the jihad fatwa in the jihad resolution proposed by NU. Women who belonged to kyai families and were affiliated with pesantren had a deeper understanding of religion and contributed more than women from commoner backgrounds. They were aware that defending their homeland is considered an obligation. For them, independence was for Islamic purposes as well as a means to greater religious purposes. The jihad fatwa during the Indonesian National Revolution was considered a form of Islamic struggle. The fact that NU women participated in the call for jihad undermines the view of NU as an inclusive organization.
Effect of process parameters on immobilization of recombinant Escherichia coli on pineapple peel
Authors: Che Man Rohaida , Manas Nor Hasmaliana Abdul , Mudalip Siti Kholijah Abdul , Sulaiman Siti Zubaidah , Arshad Zatul Iffah Mohd , Masngut Nasratun
Published: May 2024

Cyclodextrin can be produced from the degradation of starch using the enzyme cyclodextrin glucanotransferase (CGTase). Its favorable characteristics have seen its use in industries such as cosmetics, personal care, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. The production of CGTase by wild-type Bacillus sp. is low, so recombinant Escherichia coli has been used for higher enzyme yields. Cell lysis and plasmid instability are among the challenges that emerge during recombinant enzyme excretion that hinder the production of recombinant CGTase in E. coli. In this study, a cell immobilization technique using pineapple peel was employed to overcome this problem. The effects of changing process parameters such as pH, contact time, and temperature on the immobilization of recombinant E. coli were studied, one parameter at a time. The optimal conditions for the production of cyclodextrin were pH 8 leading to a 55.95% immobilization yield, a contact time of 24 h for a 55.16% immobilization yield, and a temperature of 25 ℃ for 53.11% immobilization yield. In brief, pineapple peel was determined to be a suitable supporting matrix and optimized process parameters increased the immobilization of recombinant E. coli, improving CGTase production while maintaining low cell lysis.
Antiandrogenic and estrogenic characteristics of oleic acid: Experimental design incorporating endocrinal, testicular, and sperm analysis
Authors: Tinuolaoluwa Oyelowo Oluwakemi , Folashade Bolarinwa Adeyombo
Published: May 2024

This research was to investigate whether in utero exposure to oleic acid (OA) could modify the antiandrogenic and estrogenic endocrine functions of the testis during puberty. Pregnant rats were grouped into four groups, with five rats in each group, as follows: control was given 1 mL/kg of olive oil; pretreatment was given 1000 mg/kg OA for seven days before mating; D7 was given 1000 mg/kg OA at gestation day (GD)1–7; and D14 was given 1000 mg/kg of OA at GD8–14. The male offspring delivered were studied into puberty. Hormone levels, age of puberty, and oxidative parameters were determined. The estrogenic properties of oleic acid observed in this study included decreased serum testosterone and a reduction in the epididymis, prostate, and testis weights. Decreased sperm motility and viability, decreased testosterone synthesis, reduced weight of androgen-dependent organs, and delayed onset of puberty were reported as anti-androgenic properties. Testicular MDA levels were significantly higher in OA-exposed rats, compared to control rats. In conclusion, although OA possesses both estrogenic and antiandrogenic properties, the estrogenic characteristics were less pronounced. The antiandrogenic characteristics, steroid hormone inhibition, decrease in sperm variables, and increase in oxidative stress were more distinct.
Effect of aluminum hybrid additive on water absorption of fiber-cement composites
Authors: Nithipaiboon Juthamat , Prakaypan Wichit , Chakartnarodom Parinya , Laitila Edward A , Kongkajun Nuntaporn
Published: May 2024

Moisture movement and aggressive ions being transferred into a fiber-reinforced cement composite structure have negative effects in terms of mechanical properties and durability. When an aluminum hybrid additive (AHA) is incorporated into a fiber-reinforced cement composite composition, its reaction product provides a water-repellent layer along the capillary pores, resulting in a damp-proofing effect. In this study, the influences of AHA on the hydration reaction kinetics and microstructural features were characterized by isothermal calorimetry and thermogravimetry analysis. The percentages of AHA added to the mixtures varied from 0 to 5% w/w. The samples were formed by a filter-pressing process. After the sample forming process, the green samples were cured in air for 7, 14 and 28 days. The addition of 3% w/w AHA, based on the weight percent of cement, shortened the setting time of cement paste by almost 40%. Microstructural analysis of the cement matrix showed packing efficiency of the crystalline phase was improved when adding 3% w/w AHA to the mixture. This AHA mixture showed integral hydrophobicity, with contact angles greater than 140° on the surface and 16.51% porosity. These results corresponded to a decrease in water absorption of almost 50%, compared to the reference composition. Moreover, the enhancement of the mechanical properties of the samples, including modulus of elasticity, modulus of rupture and impact strength, surpassed the requirements for wallboard applications.
Development of an e-exhibition in conjunction with a game-based learning communication activity
Authors: Kaewsomnues Akarachai , Jirachai Peangpen , Thamwipat Kuntida
Published: May 2024

This study aimed to study and develop of an e-exhibition in conjunction with a game-based learning communication activity in order to raise the perception of green nudges for undergraduate students. The sample group was selected using simple random sampling by drawing 50 students who follow the Energy Environment Safety and Health’s Facebook page from the undergraduate students at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi in the 1/2022 academic year.  It is found that the needs of the sample groups were at the highest level. The expert evaluation showed that the content quality was at the highest level, as was the quality of the presentation media. The perception of the sample group, after viewing the e-exhibition in conjunction with a game-based learning communication activity, was higher than beforehand, and their satisfaction level was at the highest level.
Pharmacy practices and services in Myanmar: How stakeholders perceived and expect them?
Authors: Dar Saw Thi , Kapol Nattiya , Krichanchai Sineenart , Poompruek Panoopat
Published: May 2024

Guidelines for Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) were established by the Republic of the Union of Myanmar in 2017, aiming to implement them in neighborhood retail pharmacies by 2020. GPP encompasses a diverse range of stakeholders, and establishing mutual understanding among them is pivotal for the program's success. The purpose of this study was to explore stakeholders’ perspectives on pharmacy functions and their valuation of GPP. Employing a qualitative approach, this study assessed stakeholders’ opinions and expectations to depict current pharmacy services and practices. From July to September 2018, the study was carried out in three selected regions in Upper Myanmar. Sixty-two informants from verious stakeholder groups participated in one-on-one interviews, and content analysis was used to examine their responses. The findings revealed four key characteristics shaping the pharmacy landscape: (a) shared socially significant values between pharmacies and the general public, (b) diverse opinions amoung stakeholders regarding the effectiveness of pharmacy practices and services, (c) personal experiences of stakeholders with drug-related issues, and (d) a preference among stakeholders for a reductionist approach rather than a holistic one for improving pharmacy services. Overall, the study emphasized the varying and sometimes conflicting opinions among stakeholders, posing challenges to the rapid and successful adoption of GPP. Therefore, the establishment of a comprehensive understanding of the GPP is deemed crucial, specifically for the involved stakeholders.
Effect of fermented cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) on maternal development and fetal teratogenicity in mice (Mus musculus L.)
Authors: Sukmadani Rusdi Mesa , Novrianti Silda , Hasanah Nur , Efendi M. Rifqi , Armenia Armenia
Published: May 2024

Fermented cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is one of the traditional foods favored by the community, including pregnant women, but it has been reported to have various adverse effects. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the effect of fermented cassava on maternal development and fetal teratogenicity in mice (Mus musculus L.). A total of 36 pregnant female white mice were divided into three main groups representing different pregnancy periods (first, second, and third). Each main group was subdivided into four subgroups, including a control group and three treated groups. The treated groups received doses of 0.075 g/kg, 0.15 g/kg, and 0.3 g/kg body weight of fermented M. esculenta Crantz. Furthermore, the treatment was orally administered for five consecutive days, with daily measurements of maternal body weight. On the 18th day of pregnancy, mice were laparatomized to evaluate the morphological and skeletal teratogenic effects of fermented cassava on the fetus. Statistical analysis of maternal body weight, number of fetuses, and fetal body weight during pregnancy was conducted. The administration of fermented cassava significantly affected maternal body weight. The results showed that there was no significant difference between the number of fetuses and fetal body weight. However, the intake of fermented cassava in a dose-dependent manner tended to reduce the number of fetuses and fetal weight, compared to the control group in all gestation periods. Based on the results, fermented cassava exhibited a potential teratogenic effect on certain fetuses, leading to spontaneous abortion and fetal death in all treated groups and gestation periods, particularly in the second period. Therefore, its consumption is deemed unsafe and must be prohibited for pregnant women.
Membangun Teologi Kebersamaan Melalui Tradisi Julu Nuru Masyarakat Manggarai
Authors: Ignasius Anang Setia Darmanto
Published: May 2024

Culture is a place to build theology. This paper tries to explain the theology of togetherness that was built through the julu nuru tradition of the Manggarai community. The methodology used in this paper is a literature study to explore the values of togetherness in the julu nuru tradition in order to build dialogue within the theological framework. The julu nuru tradition is an activity of distributing meat evenly to a certain group. The concept of sharing is the forerunner of the theology of togetherness. The julu nuru tradition presupposes that there is a living situation in togetherness so that a constructive dialogue can be created. The theology of togetherness through the julu nuru culture is the foundation for Indonesian life which emphasizes the spirit of mutual cooperation. The concept of julu nuru can be an inspiration for the Indonesian people to continue to foster the spirit of brotherhood and solidarity in the midst of ethnic, religious, racial, and inter-group diversity. The essence of life is sharing with others. Dialogue means sharing experiences to build the common good together.
 
 Budaya adalah salah satu tempat untuk membangun teologi. Tulisan ini mencoba menjelaskan teologi kebersamaan yang dibangun melalui tradisi julu nuru masyarakat Manggarai. Metodologi yang digunakan dalam tulisan ini adalah studi literatur untuk menggali nilai-nilai kebersamaan dalam tradisi julu nuru dalam rangka membangun dialog dalam kerangka teologis. Tradisi julu nuru merupakan kegiatan pembagian daging secara merata kepada kelompok tertentu. Konsep berbagi merupakan cikal bakal teologi kebersamaan. Tradisi julu nuru mengandaikan adanya situasi yang hidup dalam kebersamaan sehingga dapat tercipta dialog yang konstruktif. Teologi kebersamaan melalui budaya julu nuru merupakan landasan kehidupan bangsa Indonesia yang mengedepankan semangat gotong royong. Konsep julu nuru dapat menjadi inspirasi bagi masyarakat Indonesia untuk terus menumbuhkan semangat persaudaraan dan solidaritas di tengah keragaman suku, agama, ras dan antar golongan. Inti dari hidup adalah berbagi dengan orang lain. Dialog berarti berbagi pengalaman untuk membangun kebaikan bersama. 
 
Kata-kata kunci: julu nuru, budaya, dialog, kebersamaan, sharing.
Tinjauan Buku
Authors: Raymundus I Made Sudhiarsa
Published: May 2024

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The Reality of Mission and “Missionariness” in the SVD Parishes in Agusan del Sur, Philippines
Authors: I Wayan Heriyanto, SVD
Published: May 2024

Studi penelitian ini mengeksplorasi pertanyaan menjadi paroki misioner dalam konteks paroki yang dilayani oleh Serikat Sabda Ilahi (SVD) di Agusan del Sur. Secara khusus, penelitian ini berkaitan dengan realitas paroki misioner. “Realitas” menghadirkan paroki-paroki SVD di Agusan del Sur (ADS), Filipina sebagai lokus misi. Ini pertama kali menggambarkan orang-orang di provinsi Agusan bersama dengan budaya, kepercayaan agama, praktik, dan sejarah mereka. Kemudian memberikan profil enam paroki dan satu quasi-paroki. Realitas ini ditelaah dengan menelusuri karakter “misioner” atau misioner paroki, misioner SVD di Agusan del Sur. Hal ini dilakukan mengingat pengertian paroki misioner dan dalam konteks pertumbuhan dan perkembangannya.
Deleuze e a estética como um problema para o pensamento
Authors: Lelis Matos Leandro
Published: May 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é, a partir da filosofia de Deleuze, discutir em que medida a Estética surgiu como um problema para a filosofia, fazendo com que o pensamento fosse forçado a enfrentar a dimensão da obscuridade. A hipótese a ser seguida é a de que o pensamento foi desobrigado do compromisso com uma razão clara e distinta, com uma noção de ideia exclusivamente racional que sempre deixou o sensível e os corpos do lado de fora. Elencarei um conjunto de teses voltadas para a relação entre arte e pensamento, em Deleuze, conjunto ao qual pretendo guiar de acordo com a seguinte leitura: dentro da inegável reviravolta que Diferença e repetição provocou na tradição filosófica em geral, a reunião paradoxal entre sensibilidade e pensamento é uma das principais contribuições do pensamento de Deleuze para a Estética.
Du cinéma comme expérience esthétique et éducation à la vie esthétique
Authors: Kerlan Alain
Published: May 2024

L’expérience esthétique propre au cinéma s’enracine dans l’impression de réalité, cette demi-croyance que tout spectateur accorde aux images et aux événements du film qui, littéralement, le saisissent. Le film fait plus que se dérouler sous les yeux du spectateur; il y est immergé, le film l’enveloppe, le plonge dans un monde sensible, sonore et visuel, proprioceptif même. L’éducation esthétique propre au cinéma ne peut donc prendre appui sur la phénoménologie classique centrée sur le face-à-face distancié d’un sujet et d’un monde séparés, sur le modèle de la vision, et de ce point de vue, les pédagogies misant essentiellement sur l’analyse filmique ne peuvent suffire; l’éducation esthétique propre au cinéma trouve aujourd’hui de meilleurs fondements dans les nouvelles phénoménologies donnant la priorité au sensible immersif, aux « atmosphères », et déjà dans la phénoménologie de Merleau-Ponty. Ce caractère immersif rapproche tout particulièrement l’expérience cinématographique de l’expérience ordinaire accomplie, comme prototype de l’expérience esthétique selon Dewey. Le film lui-même en tant que récit possède plusieurs des caractéristiques de l’expérience esthétique prototypique, notamment l’unicité. Une éducation esthétique au cinéma comme art ne peut se tenir du seul côté de la réception; elle doit aussi prendre en compte la création comme expérience esthétique, et donc associer ces deux faces de l’expérience esthétique. Dans cette association, le cinéma peut contribuer à l’éducation de la vie esthétique, du rapport esthétique au monde; la pensée, le regard et la sensibilité éduqués par le cinéma rendent ainsi au monde ce que le cinéma lui a emprunté : c’est bien en tant que « conscience jetée dans le monde » que nous regardons, vivons, comprenons et éprouvons le film.
Happiness Is Not Always Fun: An Unsuspicious Reading of Ali: Fear Eats the Soul
Authors: Hodgson Naomi
Published: May 2024

The film-philosophy of Stanley Cavell has had a clear and ongoing influence on the recent focus on film in educational philosophy. Here, Cavell’s film-philosophy is brought into conversation with the work of the anthropologist Veena Das and the literary theorist Toril Moi to further articulate the educational force of film. The practice of responding to film in terms of its specificity as film and its educational potential is discussed in relation to R. W. Fassbinder’s film Ali: Fear Eats the Soul. Cavell, Das, and Moi are drawn upon to articulate, in a post-critical vein, the invitation to self-examination brought about by the film’s presentation of the ordinary and the violence of the everyday. This reading contrasts, though perhaps sometimes complements, the “hermeneutics of suspicion” seen to characterize critical textual analysis, and recasts, uncomfortably sometimes, the political, from something to be uncovered to something of which we are constitutive.
La formation de soi hypermoderne dans l’oeuvre cinématographique de Julia Ducournau
Authors: Roelens Camille
Published: May 2024

Cet article propose en même temps un panorama synthétique et un prisme d’analyse thématique particulier sur l’investissement du thème de la formation de soi dans l’oeuvre cinématographique de Julia Ducournau, et plus précisément en se concentrant sur les longs métrages qu’elle a scénarisés puis réalisés elle-même. Cet abord s’inscrit dans une double dynamique de travail intellectuel plus global sur l’expérience démocratique hypermoderne de l’éducation et de la formation d’une part, et sur l’exploration heuristique d’oeuvres – en particulier cinématographiques – s’inscrivant dans un mouvement d’extension contemporaine du domaine des oeuvres de formation et de redéfinition de ce genre à l’aune des questions démocratiques vives actuelles. Dans une première partie de ce texte, nous posons de manière plus détaillée quelques jalons importants pour se lancer dans le type d’étude que nous proposons ici comme pour en lire et s’approprier, ici même, les quelques enseignements que nous pensons pouvoir en proposer. Dans une seconde partie, partant du postulat selon lequel une des tâches importantes de la philosophie de l’éducation et de la formation dans les démocraties occidentales du XXIe siècle consiste en un travail articulé de perspective et de prospective sur le sujet humain hypermoderne et son advenue, nous montrons que les films de Ducournau donnent beaucoup à penser dans ce registre, et détaillons les points les plus saillants de ce constat. Pour finir, nous suggérons que les deux lignes de force de ce que cette réalisatrice a à nous dire sur ce sujet sont un appel conjoint à un désencombrement de tous les carcans stéréotypiques et à une abolition (sans négation) des privilèges du donné dans la construction subjective individuelle.
MANAGEMENT OF ISOLATED SIXTH CRANIAL NERVE PALSY WITH VIDDHAKARMA AS AN ADJUVANT THERAPY: A CASE SERIES
Authors: Radaye Nutan R. , Patil Sandhyarani T. , Kulkarni Chaitali K.
Published: May 2024

Background: In Patients with Abducens nerve palsy, diplopia is the most common presenting symptom. Patient will have horizontal uncrossed diplopia which is greater at distance, which worsens in the direction of the palsied muscle and gets better in the contralateral gaze. Vasculopathic risk factors such as diabetes mellitus and hypertension are more common in elderly people due to microvascular ischemia. Treatment options with sixth cranial nerve palsy include alternate patching, prism therapy, strabismus surgery and botulism injections. Here, we present case series of two patients of Isolated Abducens nerve palsy, secondary to Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension, who underwent Viddhakarma along with other Ayurvedic management. Data were collected prospectively with a follow-up of three months. Case Report: Two cases presented to the Out-patient department with pre-diagnosis of Sixth Cranial Nerve Palsy with signs and symptoms of binocular horizontal diplopia, inability to abduct left eye and mild esotropia secondary to hypertension and diabetes mellitus. In Ayurveda, symptom of Dwitiya Patalgat Doshdushti (Timira) by Acharya Vagbhata and Trutiya Patalgat Doshdushti (Timira) by Acharya Sushruta can be correlated with the diplopia. Snayugata vitiation of Vata Dosha leads to Ekangavata which causes constriction of Sira and Snayu. Thus, sixth cranial nerve palsy can be correlated with Ekangavata and Timira. Viddhakarma as an adjuvant therapy to the Ayurvedic treatment regimen, patients started showing improvement in the symptoms within one to one and a half months and symptoms resolved completely, thereby enhancing the quality of life of the patient. Conclusion: Neuro-ophthalmological cases related to cranial nerve palsies can be treated successfully with Ayurvedic management and Viddhakarma as an adjuvant therapy.
FIRST RECORD OF A TORYMIDAE INFESTATION IN THE SEEDS OF CORDIA MACLEODII HOOK. F. & THOMSON: INHIBITING SEED GERMINATION
Authors: Gurav Arun Manohar , Vaze Gayatri Vishant , Nirawane Rekha Bhagawan , Kolhe Rasika Hemchandra , Prasad Shyam Baboo , Prasad Goli Penchala
Published: May 2024

Background: The seed germination percentage was found to be very low; hence, the investigation was carried out to find out the seed infestation. Aim and Objective: To discover the cause of the low percentage of seed germination. To report the Torymidae infestation in Cordia macleodii Hook. F. & Thomson. Material and methods: Mature fruits and seeds were collected from 10 plants of two selected localities. Longitudinal sections were taken to determine the infection in buds, immature, mature fruits and seeds. Documentation of different stages was recorded. Identification and authentication were performed based on characters observed and reports from ICAR- National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Bangalore. Discussion: The insect species was identified as a species belonging to the Family Torymidae (Hymenoptera: Chalcidoidea). The fruits of Cordia macleodii Hook. F. & Thomson showed internal as well as external infestation. Conclusion: The investigation's findings confirmed that the low seed germination is due to the infestation of the Torymidae insect, which was reported in this communication for the first time.
STUDY ABOUT KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, AND PRACTICES OF MEDICAL STAFF ON REPORTING OF ADVERSE DRUG REACTIONS IN THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Authors: Al-Jmaai Yazeed Hussein , Otayn Zakaria Y. , Jabbari Sultan A. , Alahmari Mohammed D. , Almurayyi Ethar Mohammed , Mohammed Wejdan Yahya , Al-Thabet Maram K. , Alahmari Maha saad M. , Alshhrani Raod Ali Z. , Almunis Amjad Awad Al
Published: May 2024

Reporting adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are a significant action in any community, and it should be done by healthcare professionals. Although there is much research on this issue all over the world, especially the issues related to: the better reporting of adverse drug reaction, and the developed countries culture, reporting by healthcare professionals. Development of adverse drug reactions databases in most of countries worldwide has been determined in many previous studies, most of these studies have shown prevalence of this issues in developed countries, not in the developing countries. Also, most of these previous studies from different areas in the world, including the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have focused on the perception and practice of ADR reporting among physicians only, while excluding other medical stuff of healthcare workers. However, in this study, we tried to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practice of ADRs monitoring and reporting among healthcare Professionals (physicians, nurses, and pharmacists) in medical field, including hospitals, and pharmacies, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by using a simple survey, and collected from 52 qualified participants. The results were analyzed by the most convenient statistical tests. The study revealed many results, including: a positive attitude, and adequate knowledge and practice towards ADR reporting.
ANCIENT AND CONTEMPORARY VIEW ON MUSHA
Authors: Ghildiyal Rolli , Mitra Shuchi , Sharma Usha , Sharma Khem Chand
Published: May 2024

Musha eliminates Dosha (impurities) from the mineral compound (Rasa Dravya). In modern science, they are referred to as Crucibles. In Rasa Shastra, unique tools called Musha are mentioned to process Rasa Dravya. They are referenced in every Rasa Shastra literature, demonstrating their equal value to other accessories like Yantra (instruments) and Kosthi (furnaces). There are numerous types of Musha, including Samanya, Vrintak, Gostani and Maha. Krounchika, Karhatika, Pachani, and Vahnimitra are some of their unusual synonyms. Their description in the Rasa Granthas piques interest in methodically learning about Musha. This article makes an effort to review the variegated Mushas.
Vertrauensschutz im Steuerrecht aus Sicht der Verwaltung
Authors: Myßen Michael
Published: May 2024

Der Vertrauensschutz hat allgemein auch für die Finanzverwaltung einen hohen Stellenwert. Dies gilt auch in den Fallkonstellationen, in denen der BFH in einer Entscheidung von einer für den Steuerpflichtigen günstigen Verwaltungsauffassung abweicht. Bei der insoweit erforderlichen Anpassung der Verwaltungsanweisung spielen auch Vertrauensschutzaspekte eine Rolle.
Vertrauensschutz im Schweizer Steuerrecht – Steuerruling als effiziente Vertrauensgrundlage
Authors: Hinny Pascal
Published: May 2024

Dieser Kurzbericht gibt einen Überblick über den Vertrauensschutz im Schweizer Steuerrecht gegenüber bisheriger Gesetzgebung, Rechtsprechung, Verwaltungspraxis, Veranlagungspraxis und individuellen behördlichen Auskünften (v.a. Steuerrulings). Hervorzuheben ist, dass insbesondere eine geänderte Rechtsprechung oder Verwaltungspraxis (sog. Praxisänderung) sofort auf alle noch nicht rechtskräftig veranlagten Sachverhalte anwendbar ist. Das in der Schweizer Steuerpraxis häufig genutzte Instrument des Steuerrulings führt auf effiziente Weise zu einer großen Rechtssicherheit.