bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Impact of Talent Leadership on Attracting and Retaining High Value Professors at Historically Disadvantaged Higher Education Institutions in South Africa
Authors: Mabasa Fumani , Morukhu Doreen , Maluka Rivalani Harriet
Published: March 2024

Research Aims: This study aimed to investigate the impact of talent leadership on attracting and retaining high-value professors at HDHEIs in South Africa.

Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative approach was used, with 20 face-to-face interviews and document analysis with academic leaders from five HDHEIs. Thematic analysis used to analyse the collected data.

Research Findings: The findings revealed five themes regarding the impact of talent leadership at HDHEIs: empowerment, motivation, engagement, commitment, and competence among professoriate staff at the university.

Theoretical Contribution/Originality: This study demonstrates the significance of talent leadership in providing a sense of belonging, respect, personal growth, and development to the professoriate, all of which are necessary for attracting and retaining high-value professors. Recommendations stemming from the study encompass targeted leadership training programs, the establishment of mentorship initiatives, and the implementation of inclusive and supportive policies. These recommendations are intended to guide HDHEIs in South Africa toward fostering an environment that not only attracts but also retains high-value professors, ultimately contributing to the sustained growth and development of these South African institutions.
Analysis of Food Provider Performance with Work Motivation as a Mediating Variable
Authors:   Master of Management, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jawa Timur, Indonesia, Abidin Moch. Jumbris , . Yuniningsih ,   Master of Management, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jawa Timur, Indonesia, Pertiwi Tri Kartika ,   Master of Management, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jawa Timur, Indonesia
Published: March 2024

The objective of this study is to examine the impact of work ability, budget participation, and spirit at work on performance, as well as to determine the mediating role of work motivation in the relationship between work ability, budget participation, spirit at work, and performance. The research was conducted with a sample of 99 food providers in the Semampir and Kenjeran districts of Surabaya City, where the owners also participated as respondents and managers. Primary data was collected through the distribution of questionnaires to the participants, and data analysis was carried out using the Partial Least Square (PLS) method. The results of the study reveal that 1) an improvement in work ability significantly enhances performance, 2) budget participation does not have a significant impact on performance, 3) high spirit at work can lead to a significant improvement in performance, 4) work motivation does not mediate the relationship between work ability and performance, 5) on the other hand, work motivation acts as a mediator between budget participation and performance. The more involvement in budget determination, the higher the work motivation. 6) Work motivation does not mediate the relationship between spirit at work and performance, as spirit at work directly influences performance without the need for work motivation as an intermediary.
The Role of E-WOM Usefulness and Social Media towards Revisit Intention for Tourist through Destination Image in Jatim Park 2 Batu City
Authors:   Student of Postgraduate Magister Management, University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, Pertiwi Kartika Dian , Supriadi Bambang ,   Postgraduate program, University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, Roedjinandari Nanny ,   Tourism program, University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia
Published: March 2024

This research investigates the influence of E-WOM usefulness and social media on revisit intention for tourists through destination image at Jatim Park 2 in Batu City. This type of research adopts a quantitative approach with a population of 150 tourists. The sampling technique used is the non-probability sampling method. The data collection technique employs a questionnaire. The data analysis techniques utilized are descriptive analysis and multiple linear analysis. The research findings indicate that the direct influence of E-WOM usefulness on destination image is significant, social media on destination image is significant, E-WOM usefulness on revisit intention is significant, destination image on revisit intention is significant, while the direct influence of social media on revisit intention is not significant. The indirect influence of E-WOM usefulness on destination image through revisit intention yields a result of 0.307. This implies that the direct influence of E-WOM usefulness on revisit intention (0.289) is smaller than the indirect influence (0.307). Thus, indirectly, E-WOM usefulness significantly affects revisit intention through destination image, indicating partial mediation. As for the indirect influence of social media on destination image through revisit intention, the result is 0.072. However, due to the insignificant direct influence of social media on revisit intention, full mediation occurs.
Liver Abscess Secondary to Acute Perforated Cholecystitis: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Octavio Guerrero Barrera , Victoria Scarlett Viurcos Sanabria , Julio César Meza Sánchez
Published: March 2024

Pyogenic liver abscess is a rare clinical entity, having a reported incidence of 1.1/100,000 to 3.6/100,000 people in western countries, and with a reported mortality between 5.6-10%, however, this mortality can increase up to 22% if there are multiple abscesses. The prevalence of acute cholecystitis is reported at 0.8-3.8%; Only 2% of all patients with cholelithiasis will present a gallbladder perforation, and the reported mortality in these cases has been reported between 12 to 16%. The most common site of perforation is the gallbladder fundus because it is the most distal portion, which leads to having less blood flow. Its clinical presentation is not specific, and the ultrasound is usually the first imaging tool for diagnosis. Treatment will depend on the clinical condition of each patient. Here we present an 88-year-old female case successfully treated with laparoscopic cholecystectomy and liver abscess drainage despite hemodynamic instabilityPyogenic liver abscess is a rare clinical entity, having a reported incidence of 1.1/100,000 to 3.6/100,000 people in western countries, and with a reported mortality between 5.6-10%, however, this mortality can increase up to 22% if there are multiple abscesses. The prevalence of acute cholecystitis is reported at 0.8-3.8%; Only 2% of all patients with cholelithiasis will present a gallbladder perforation, and the reported mortality in these cases has been reported between 12 to 16%. The most common site of perforation is the gallbladder fundus because it is the most distal portion, which leads to having less blood flow. Its clinical presentation is not specific, and the ultrasound is usually the first imaging tool for diagnosis. Treatment will depend on the clinical condition of each patient. Here we present an 88-year-old female case successfully treated with laparoscopic cholecystectomy and liver abscess drainage despite hemodynamic instability.
The Effectiveness of Propolis as a Natural Antibiotic against Some Skin Fungi Pathogenic to Humans
Authors:   Department of biology , College of Education for Girls , University of Tikrit, Mohsen Hamdan Intisar Abdullah , Khalaf Thabet Mudheher ,   Department of biology , College of Education for Girls , University of Tikrit
Published: March 2024

This study was conducted to determine the extent of the inhibitory effect of propolis against some skin fungi pathogenic to humans, including T. interdigitale, T. mentagrophytes, M. cains, A. nidulans, Aspergillus flavus, C. albicans. As well as knowing the effective and biologically active substances contained in propolis through chemical analysis (gas chromatography) (GC-MS) and comparing its effect to antibiotics, the results showed: an effective inhibitory effect of aqueous and alcoholic propolis extracts against all skin fungi tested, and the alcoholic propolis extract was more effective against the fungi compared to the aqueous propolis extract, which had an effective effect against A.flavus better than alcoholic, and the propolis extract, as a natural antibiotic, was effective compared to the antibiotics used, and the highest average inhibition of the type of extracts was alcoholic against (20.10A) C.albicans and the highest average inhibition of fungi was (16.99A) for C. albicans, and the largest inhibition diameter was recorded against T. mentagrophytes (27.75 mm).
New Horizons in Understanding and Developing Treatments for Human Reproductive Physiology
Authors:   Ministry of Education, Salah al-Din Education Directorate, Samarra Education Department, Megibl Hala Read
Published: March 2024

This comprehensive review delves into the cutting-edge advancements and emerging trends in the field of human reproductive physiology. It aims to shed light on the intricate processes governing human reproduction and the novel therapeutic approaches being developed to address various reproductive health issues. The review begins with a detailed exploration of the fundamental aspects of human reproductive systems, including hormonal regulation, gametogenesis, and the genetic underpinnings of reproductive functions. Significant attention is given to recent breakthroughs in treating infertility, highlighting new findings in both male and female reproductive health. The review discusses the evolution and current state of assisted reproductive technologies (ART), such as IVF, and their increasingly successful application in overcoming infertility. Furthermore, it explores the potential of personalized medicine in tailoring treatments to individual reproductive disorders, considering genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Innovations in contraceptive technologies and their implications for reproductive health management are also examined. The review extends into the realm of reproductive genetics, emphasizing how genomic studies have enhanced our understanding of reproductive disorders and congenital anomalies. Ethical, social, and legal considerations surrounding the latest reproductive technologies are critically analyzed, recognizing the complex interplay between scientific advancements and societal norms. The review concludes by identifying future research directions, underscoring the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in advancing our understanding and treatment of human reproductive physiology. This article serves as a vital resource for researchers, clinicians, and policymakers, offering a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and future prospects in human reproductive health and medicine.
Newer insights of H1N1: Swine Flu Virus
Authors: Tiwari Ritu , Verma Shivam , Verma Narsingh , Singh Shraddha , Verma Ajay , Mittal Anupam , Haque Shiraja , Kumar Toyaj
Published: March 2024

Swine flu, caused by the H1N1 influenza virus, is a subtype of influenza A that affects both the upper and lower respiratory tracts. It is primarily found in pigs and can be transmitted to humans through genetic variations in the virus. The 1918 Spanish flu pandemic resulted in the deaths of 50 to 100 million individuals. In 2009, the pandemic affected 178 countries, resulting in an estimated 43 to 89 million cases and 1799 deaths. The pathophysiology of H1N1 involves inflammation of the respiratory tract, with an incubation period of 1 to 4 days and a contagious period lasting 5 to 7 days. The signs and symptoms of swine flu include cough, sore throat, fever, myalgia, congestion, headache, rhinorrhoea, dizziness, sneezing, loss of appetite, fatigue, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, and in rare cases, vomiting and diarrhoea. The most common cause of death is respiratory failure, and neurological symptoms can occur due to high fever. To diagnose swine flu, various tests such as haematological, biochemical, and microbiological tests are conducted, including the collection of nasal or oral swabs for reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Prevention and control measures include managing swine flu in pigs through herd management, hygiene practices, and vaccination. Treatment options vary based on the severity of the case. Mild to moderate cases can be managed with rest, antipyretics, NSAIDs, antihistamines, and oral rehydration therapy. Severe cases may require intravenous hydration, antibiotics for bacterial infections, antiviral therapy, and respiratory support.
Effect of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on tobacco usage and dependency among adult male tobacco users in Palam area of Delhi
Authors: Kumar Rajindra , Goel Manish Kumar , Talukdar Tanmaya
Published: March 2024

Background: Tobacco use is a recognized risk factor for many chronic diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), hypertension, cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, diabetes, cancer and microbial infections (respiratory tract infections, bacterial meningitis), etc. Material and Methods: A community-based "One group" interventional study was conducted to see the effect of cognitive behavioural therapy in reducing tobacco usage and its dependency among all the adult males population aged 18 years and above residing in Palam area of Delhi. Data was collected using a semi-structured, self-designed interview schedule to collect information from study subjects. Fagerstrom and Modified Fagerstrom questionnaire was used to assess the subject’s nicotine dependence status. Result: The total population study was 274 out of which 105 were tobacco users. Out of 105,2 did not give consent for cognitive behaviour therapy.A total of 103 study subjects were given cognitive behavioral therapy and then followed at 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months respectively, and analyzed for quitting at each follow-up. Study subjects who had quitted tobacco was 11 i.e. 10.6%. Change in Nicotine dependency was statistically significant. Conclusion: Cognitive behaviour therapy is found to be a very effective tool in reducing tobacco usage as well as nicotine dependency.
Predictors of menstrual health management among the high school adolescent girls
Authors: Dogra Ekta , Kumar Suresh , Guleri Namrata , Sharma Ekta
Published: March 2024

Background: Adolescence (10-19 years) is an essential human developmental stage, during which physical, sexual, psychological, and social development occurs Objectives: To estimate the knowledge and attitude regarding menstruation health as well as its determinants among school going adolescent girls. Methods: A questionnaire based cross-sectional study was conducted among school going adolescent girls. In addition to descriptive analysis, bi-variate analysis was also done to find out the association between various predictors of knowledge and attitudes of the study population. Results: Majority of the adolescent girls preferred mother (75.6%) as a source of information regarding puberty related issue with 86.2% of them using health related sanitary pad as one of the methods for menstrual hygiene. Conclusion: Proper menstrual hygiene practices which could be imparted through appropriate interventions at earlier stages of life can prevent the girls and women from suffering reproductive morbidities.
Nutrition related practice of mother’s under-five children
Authors: Haldar Pratiti , Viswanath Lekha , Srivastava Ashok Kumar
Published: March 2024

Background: Childhood nutrition; a term which rings the bell in everyone’s mind especially the mothers of a child. Good nutrition for a child is a fact that cannot be denied for a healthier growth of a child. Individual families or communities have their own practices and belief and their own choices regarding their dietary practices. Aims & Objectives: The objectives of the study were to assess the nutritional knowledge of mothers of under-five children, assess the nutrition related practices of mothers of under-five children and develop multicomponent program for mothers of malnourished children. Methods & Material: An exploratory survey was carried out among 146 mothers of malnourished children. The instruments used were socio-demographic profile, knowledge questionnaire on Nutrition of children and structured questionnaire on Nutrition related practices of mothers. Results: The results revealed that 129 (88.3%) mothers had average knowledge. About 71 (48.6%) mothers had moderately adequate practices and 51 (35%) had inadequate practices regarding nutrition for children. Conclusion: Mothers knowledge and dietary practices they adopt for their child has an invariable effect on their nutritional status.
Correlation between perceived social support and quality of sleep and its effect on the academic performance of undergraduate medical students: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Khulbe Pranita , Bartwal Janki
Published: March 2024

Background: Social support can be explained as the availability or existence of people who make us feel loved, cared for and valued, people on whom we can rely. Apart from physical health, social networking and interaction uplift mental health, well-being, and academic performance of individuals. Sleep has been associated with achievements in academic indicators of a person, as its deficit causes a lack of attention and concentration. Methods: A survey was designed to conduct cross-sectional study among the undergraduate medical students. The validated 12 item multidimensional scale of perceived social support and 19 self -rated questions of Pittsburgh sleep quality index was used for assessing the social support and sleep quality among the students and how it affected their academic performance. Data was collected in google forms and coded & cleaned and then exported for statistical analysis, to SPSS version 20. Results: Of the total 385 undergraduate medical students, majority were female respondent and from 2nd Professional. Most of the students scored between 60-69% in their university exam. Majority of the student has poor sleep quality. The academic performance has statistically significant association with perceived social support while age of the student was significantly associated with poor quality of sleep. A negative correlation was noted between perceived social support and sleep quality. Conclusion: This study has highlighted the negative impact of a lack of perceived social support on the sleep quality of medical students. Results also showed evidence of an overall poor quality of sleep in the medical students.
Perceptions of Medical Students on Research Curriculum: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Bhadoria Ajeet Singh , Agarwal Shreya , Mehta Aprajita , Sharma Rakesh , Sinha Smita , Bhatia Mohit , Gupta Bhavna , Saini Lokesh Kumar , Goyal Bela , Hasan Shazia , Negi Gita , Dhar Puneet
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Medical colleges promote research by incorporating it into the curriculum, which enables students to acknowledge it as a career prospect. The aim of the study was to assess the perceptions of medical students on research curriculum. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 544 medical students (interns and post-graduates) at AIIMS Rishikesh in 2020. Data was collected thorough online self-administered questionnaire. A comparison between groups was made using the Mann-Whitney test or chi-square test p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Out of 544 participants, 218 (40.1%) responded with complete data. The total median score for the self-perceived ability of study participants regarding performing the research tasks differed significantly between interns and post-graduates [29.5 (24.0–34.2) vs 33 (25.2–39.7), p = 0.03]. They suggested that mandatory research projects, workshops, and training should be included in the curriculum. Conclusion: Feedback from medical students regarding the need for guided research projects, hands-on training, and inclusion of research methodology as a course in UG curriculum and provision of support in the form of incentives, academic credits, and motivation are well noted and guide the resource faculties to modify their teaching and student support programs.
Minat Dan Kesiapan Diri Suksesor Dalam Suksesi Kepemimpinan Di Perusahaan Radio Swasta
Authors: Pramono Cahyo , Nasution Harmein , Trimurni Maas Linda
Published: March 2024

This research was conducted in several family companies based in North Sumatra due to the presence of numerous private radio companies that can only manage their businesses for one to two generations. In this study, the variables of interest and successor readiness were used in the process of leadership succession in the researched private radio companies. The research was carried out descriptively using descriptive analysis, which was conducted through in-depth interviews. The research findings show that the interest of successors significantly influences the readiness of successors to take over leadership in private radio companies. Many private radio companies have not yet begun the succession process due to the interests of prospective successors. In order to improve their preparedness, successors often engage in capacity-building through various means, whether methodical or not. This shows the situation of many private radio companies that can only survive for one to two generations.
Perbandingan Hasil Dribble Shooting Dan Dribble Jump Shoot Pada Peserta Ekstrakurikuler Bola Basket Di SMAN 3 Mandau
Authors: Rizaldi Muhammad Ramadani , . Zulrafli
Published: March 2024

The aim of this research was to determine the differences in the results of dribble jumpshoot in basketball extracurricular participants at SMAN 3 Mandau. This type of research is comparative desciptive research. The sample for this research was 20 basketball extracurricular participants at SMAN 3 Mandau. The data collection technique was carried out by looking at the practice of basketball extracurricular participants using the dribble shooting and dribble jumpshoot tests. The results of this study showed that the results of dribble jumpshoot were better than dribble shooting with a known t count of 11,859 > 2,262 an a significant probability of 0,00 < 0,05, then the H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted,therefore there is a significant difference between the results of dribble shooting and dribble jumpshoot in basketball extracurricular participants at SMAN 3 Mandau.
ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕ ВЕГЕТАЦИОННЫХ ИНДЕКСОВ ДЛЯ ИЗУЧЕНИЯ ПРОСТРАНСТВЕННОЙ СТРУКТУРЫ РАСТИТЕЛЬНЫХ СООБЩЕСТВ УЧАСТКА «КАМЫЗЯКСКАЯ СТЕПЬ С ОЗЕРОМ «УЛУХ‐КОЛЬ» ГОСУДАРСТВЕННОГО ПРИРОДНОГО ЗАПОВЕДНИКА «ХАКАССКИЙ»
Authors:   Хакасский государственный университет им. Н.Ф. Катанова, ПОРАБЕЙКИНА О.О.
Published: March 2024

В статье представлены результаты по изучению пространственной организации степных растительных сообществ участка «Камызякская степь с озером «Улух-Коль» ГПЗ «Хакасский» с использованием космических снимков Landsat-8. В частности, создана серия оригинальных карт растительности в масштабе 1:10000. Реализованные в процессе исследования информационные подходы позволили в картографической модели максимально реализовать сконцентрированные знания о типологическом составе растительных сообществ, особенностях их экологии и пространственной организации на конкретном изучаемом примере.
РАСПРОСТРАНЕНИЕ ЦЕНОПОПУЛЯЦИЙ ТРАУНШТЕЙНЕРЫ СФЕРИЧЕСКОЙ В ЦЕНТРАЛЬНОЙ ЧАСТИ ЛАГОНАКСКОГО НАГОРЬЯ (РЕСПУБЛИКА АДЫГЕЯ)
Authors:   Кавказский государственный природный биосферный заповедник, РЕЗЧИКОВА О.Н. , ТРУШЕВА Н.А. ,   Майкопский государственный технологический университет
Published: March 2024

В работе приведены сведения о распространении ценопопуляций редкого вида орхидей - траунштейнеры сферической на плато Лагонаки в Кавказском заповеднике. Отражены данные о местоположении, численности и плотности ценопопуляций. Полученные сведения позволяют составить представление о современном распространении и состоянии ценопопуляций вида в пределах Лагонакского нагорья.
МЕСТООБИТАНИЯ ОХРАНЯЕМЫХ ВИДОВ ЛИШАЙНИКОВ В РЕСПУБЛИКЕ АДЫГЕЯ ПОД УГРОЗОЙ УНИЧТОЖЕНИЯ
Authors:   Ботанический институт им. В.Л. Комарова РАН, УРБАНАВИЧЕНЕ И.Н. , УРБАНАВИЧЮС Г.П. ,   Кольский научный центр РАН
Published: March 2024

В ходе многолетних исследований лихенофлоры в Республике Адыгея, на территории Кавказского заповедника и, в частности, на Лагонакском нагорье, выявлено высочайшее разнообразие видов лишайников и систематически близких нелихенизированных грибов в пределах пихтово-сосново-буковых лесов на известняках в северной части хр. Каменное Море. Концентрация лишайников на единицу площади (1 га) достигает здесь 379 видов, что свидетельствует об уникальности этих сообществ не только для Европы, но и для всей Голарктики. Строительство объектов планируемого всесезонного горного экокурорта «Лагонаки» приведёт к деградации и разрушению уникальных местообитаний и создаст угрозу исчезновения значительного числа видов лишайников, включая охраняемые на федеральном уровне.
ОХРАНЯЕМЫЕ ВИДЫ РАСТЕНИЙ ВЕРХОВИЙ Р. КУРДЖИПС (ЛАГОНАКСКОЕ НАГОРЬЕ, ЗАПАДНЫЙ КАВКАЗ)
Authors:   Кавказский государственный природный биосферный заповедник, АКАТОВА Т.В. , АКАТОВА Ю.С. , РЕЗЧИКОВА О.Н. ,   Майкопский государственный технологический университет
Published: March 2024

Приводятся результаты экспедиционных исследований, направленных на выявление состава, распространения и встречаемости редких видов растений на части Лагонакского нагорья в бассейне р. Курджипс в зоне планируемого строительства горного курорта. Показано, что эта территория характеризуется большим числом особо охраняемых видов растений и является значимой для их сохранения.
ТРОФИЧЕСКИЕ СВЯЗИ POCHAZIA SHANTUNGENSIS (CHOU & LU, 1977) (HEMIPTERA: CICADELLIDAE, RICANIIDAE) – НОВОГО ВИДА ДЛЯ ЭНТОМОФАУНЫ РОССИИ
Authors:   ФИЦ ", ЖУРАВЛЕВА Е.Н. ,   Субтропический научный центр РАН", ШОШИНА Е.И. , КАРПУН Н.Н. , МУСОЛИН Д.Л. ,   European and Mediterranean Plant Protection Organization,
Published: March 2024

Цикадка Pochazia shantungensis (Chou & Lu, 1977) была впервые выявлена на территории России в 2022 г. на Ligustrum lucidum W.T. Aiton в декоративных насаждениях г. Сочи. Исследование трофических ассоциаций нового для России фитофага позволило выявить питание вида на 24 видах растений из 18 семейств. 37,5 % выявленных кормовых пород имеют восточноазиатское происхождение, 33,3 % – североамериканское. Отмечено питание инвайдера и на аборигенных растениях Кавказа – Periploca graeca L., Ficus carica L. и Prunus laurocerasus L.
НОВЫЕ ИНВАЗИОННЫЕ ВИДЫ ФИТОФАГОВ В АГРОЦЕНОЗАХ ФУНДУКА НА ЧЕРНОМОРСКОМ ПОБЕРЕЖЬЕ КАВКАЗА
Authors:   Субтропический научный центр, КАРПУН Н.Н. , АЙБА Л.Я. , МИХАЙЛОВА Е.В. , ПАНТИЯ Г.Г.
Published: March 2024

Фундук является популярной орехоплодной культурой, широко распространенной во влажных субтропиках Черноморского побережья Кавказа. За последние 10 лет в агроценозах фундука на территории России и Абхазии появились 3 новых вида вредителей: коричнево-мраморный клоп Halyomorpha halys Stål, белая цикадка Metcalfa pruinosa (Say) и дубовая кружевница Corythucha arcuata (Say). Наиболее вредоносным для культуры в текущий момент можно считать коричнево-мраморного клопа. При отсутствии защитных мероприятий потери урожая от него в отдельные годы достигают 80 %.
СОЦИАЛЬНЫЕ ОСЫ: ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕ В БИОМЕТОДЕ И РЕГУЛЯЦИЯ ИХ ЧИСЛЕННОСТИ
Authors:   КФУ им. В.И. Вернадского, РУСИН А.И. , РУСИНА Л.Ю. ,   Московский зоопарк
Published: March 2024

Осы-полисты играют ведущую роль в естественном контроле численности листогрызущих насекомых и используются в ряде стран для контроля численности популяций репницы Pieris rapae (L.) и табачного бражника Protoparce sexta (Johnson). В связи с отбором видов ос, перспективных в отношении их использования в агроценозах, приведены результаты сравнительного анализа семейной продукции у разных видов полистов, населяющих Казантипский, Дагестанский и Черноморский биосферный заповедники. Паразитоиды регулируют семейную продукцию при заражении расплода осы-хозяина до выхода рабочих.
ЛЕСНЫЕ СООБЩЕСТВА СЕВЕРНОЙ ОКОНЕЧНОСТИ ХРЕБТА КАМЕННОЕ МОРЕ (ЛАГОНАКСКОЕ НАГОРЬЕ, РЕСПУБЛИКА АДЫГЕЯ)
Authors:   Кавказский государственный природный биосферный заповедник, АКАТОВА(ЗАГУРНАЯ) Ю.С.
Published: March 2024

В статье представлены результаты обследования лесов, расположенных между долиной р. Курджипс и крутыми склонами куэсты хребта Каменное море. На основе 24 геоботанических описаний табличным методом Браун–Бланке выделили 3 группы сообществ, имеющих эколого-флористические различия: 1) смешанные светлохвойно–лиственные; 2) темнохвойно–лиственные; 3) лиственные леса. Предварительно они отнесены к четырем классам лесной растительности – Brachypodio pinnate–Betuletea pendulae, Vaccinio–Piceetea, Betulo carpaticae–Alnetea viridis, Carpinio-Fagetea sylvaticae. Несмотря на доступность территории, леса сохраняют реликтовые и эндемичные виды растений.
БИОЛОГИЧЕСКОЕ РАЗНООБРАЗИЕ ЛУКОВИЧНЫХ И КЛУБНЕЛУКОВИЧНЫХ ЦВЕТОЧНЫХ РАСТЕНИЙ В ФИЦ СНЦ РАН
Authors:   ФИЦ Субтропический научный центр РАН, РЫНДИН А.В. , СЛЕПЧЕНКО К.В. , ПАЩЕНКО О.И. , СЛЕПЧЕНКО Н.А.
Published: March 2024

Луковичные и клубнелуковичные цветочные растения широко используются в декоративном садоводстве. В ФИЦ СНЦ РАН с 1960-х гг. интродуцировано более 1 300 культиваров из 47 родов и пяти семейств. На сегодняшний день поддерживается 329 культиваров из 37 родов. Наибольшее количество родов принадлежит семейству Amaryllidaceae – 58 %, Касатиковых – 19 %, Спаржевых – 14 %, Лилейных – 6 %, Безвременниковых – 3 %. Большая часть коллекции цветет в весенний период. В текущим году коллекция пополнилась новыми родами: Бродиэя (Brodiaea Sm.), Кринум (Crinum L.), Исмена (Ismene Salisb. ex Herb.), Ифейон (Ipheion Raf.), Крокосмия (Crocosmia Planch.). Новым сортом нерины Боудена ‘Nikita', а также сортами фрезии селекции Центра ‘Оленька' и ‘Южное Сияние'.
ЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ АСПЕКТЫ ЗАГОТОВКИ И ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ НЕТРАДИЦИОННОГО РАСТИТЕЛЬНОГО СЫРЬЯ
Authors:   Майкопский государственный технологический университет, АШИНОВА А.А.
Published: March 2024

В данной статье рассматривается использование нетрадиционного растительного сырья. Отражены преимущества растительного сырья Республики Адыгея. Приведены основные предприятия по сбору и заготовки растительного сырья региона. Рассмотрены основные факторы сбора сырья, а также его нормируемые качественные характеристики. Приведена антиоксидантная активность растительного сырья региона. Определены перспективы использования нетрадиционного растительного сырья в пищевой промышленности.
ХАРАКТЕРИСТИКА ЭДАФИЧЕСКИХ ФАКТОРОВ СИНТАКСОНОВ РАСТИТЕЛЬНОСТИ И КАТЕГОРИЙ МЕСТООБИТАНИЙ ВОСТОЧНОЕВРОПЕЙСКИХ ТУНДР (ЗАПОВЕДНИК «НЕНЕЦКИЙ»)
Authors:   БИН РАН им. В.Л. Комарова, БИЛАЯ Н.А.
Published: March 2024

Целью исследований является изучение почвенных характеристик местообитаний растительных сообществ восточноевропейских тундр для выявления основных эдафических показателей, определяющих пространственную структуру, видовой и синтаксономический состав территориальных единиц растительности, диагностирующих разные категории биотопов.Показано, что дифференциация растительных сообществ в значительной степени отражает варьирование режима увлажнения и содержания органического вещества в гумусовых горизонтах почв, характеризуя экологический режим местообитаний
ПРОЕКТИВНОЕ ПОКРЫТИЕ И ВЫСОТА ПОБЕГОВ CALAMAGROSTIS EPIGEIOS И ERIGERON ANNUUS В ПОЛУЕСТЕСТВЕННЫХ И СИНАНТРОПНЫХ СООБЩЕСТВАХ ЗАПАДНОГО КАВКАЗА (БАССЕЙН Р. БЕЛАЯ)
Authors:   Майкопский государственный технологический университет, АКАТОВ В.В. , САЗОНЕЦ Н.М.
Published: March 2024

Путем сравнения высоты побегов Calamagrostis epigeios и Erigeron annuus в ценопопуляциях с высоким и низким участием этих видов в растительных сообществах визуально однородных местообитаний предпринята попытка оценить вероятность их дальнейшей экспансии в эти сообщества и роль других доминантов как биотического барьера по отношению к данному процессу.
ЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ ОСОБЕННОСТИ ОХРАНЯЕМЫХ РАСТЕНИЙ ГОРНО‐ЛЕСНЫХ СООБЩЕСТВ ОТРАДНЕНСКОГО РАЙОНА КРАСНОДАРСКОГО КРАЯ
Authors:   Кубанский государственный университет, НАГАЛЕВСКИЙ М.В. , КРИВОРОТОВ С.Б. , КЕРОПЯН А.А.
Published: March 2024

статье приведены результаты изучения экологических особенностей охраняемых растений горно-лесных сообществ Отрадненского района Краснодарского края в период с 2019 по 2023 гг. Составлен систематический список, содержащий 40 видов охраняемых растений из 24 родов и 21 семейства. Проведён таксономический и биоморфологический анализы, выявлены экоморфы растений по отношению к свету и влажности. Установлены территории, подверженные антропогенному воздействию, а также виды охраняемых растений, произрастающие на этих территориях
Experimental Study On Strength of Concrete Using Nano silica
Authors: Ms.S.Bharathi  , Dr.A.M.Arunmohan  , Dr.A.Karthik  , Hariharan A  , Arwin S
Published: March 2024

The test on hardened concrete were destructive test on cube for size (150×150×150 mm) at 7, 14, 28 days of curing as per IS: 516-1959, flexural strength test on beam (100×100×500 mm) at 7, 14, 28 days of curing as per IS: 516-1959 and split tensile strength test on cylinder (100mmφ×200mm) at7, 14, 28 days of curing as per IS: 5816-1999. The primary aim of this study is to assess the effectiveness of silica fume as a pozzolanic material for replacing cement in concrete. It is anticipated that incorporating silica fume into concrete will enhance its strength properties. In this study, the combination of 5% nanosilica and 10%metakaolin which replaced part of the cement had the best results in the Mechanical properties of concrete with a 15% increase in the compressive strength and a 40%increase in the flexural and tensile strength of concrete.
Remote Rescue Vehicle
Authors: Pandiarajan R  , Joel Samuel H  , Ms. Sandhya J
Published: March 2024

Search and rescue operations in collapsed buildings provide crucial challenges due to the complexity of the environment and the need for information about trapped individuals. This document presents a versatile system equipped with various sensors, including LiDAR, temperature, GPS, GSM, and Wi-Fi modules, designed to assist rescue teams. The system data collection capabilities include high-quality video, audio, and image formats that supplement situational awareness. The LiDAR sensor is used to create detailed 3D models and identify potential hazards and obstacles. The thermal sensor helps in the detection of temperature signatures and enables the identification of surviving or overheated machines. Additionally, the integration of the YOLO algorithm enables real-time object classification, providing critical insights for faster decision-making.  The GSM module enables communication with the system. The Wi-Fi module enables high-speed data transmission to ensure that the collected information is quickly transmitted to the rescue team. High-quality video, audio, and image formats offer comprehensive situational awareness, support decision-making, and improve overall operational efficiency.
Role of Artificial Intelligence in Detecting Neurological Disorders
Authors: Khushi Jha  , Awadhesh Kumar
Published: March 2024

AI plays a pivotal role in detecting neurological disorders by leveraging advanced technologies to analyze vast amounts of data and aid in diagnosis. Here are several key roles AI plays. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a revolutionary tool in the realm of healthcare, particularly in the early detection and accurate diagnosis of neurological disorders. The present paper delves into the multifaceted applications of AI specifically tailored to identify and discern various neurological conditions. AI's prowess in medical imaging analysis has significantly advanced the field by enabling nuanced and precise identification of neurological anomalies. By meticulously analyzing MRI scans, CT scans, and X-rays, AI-driven algorithms excel in detecting subtle patterns indicative of diverse neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and brain tumors. These technologies not only enhance diagnostic accuracy but also enable early intervention and improved patient outcomes. Moreover, AI leverages extensive datasets encompassing clinical records, genetic information, and biosensor data to predict and assess an individual's susceptibility to neurological disorders. Predictive analytics powered by machine learning models, aid in risk assessment, paving the way for personalized medicine and proactive healthcare strategies. Ethical considerations underscore the implementation of AI in neurological disorder detection, emphasizing the need for transparent algorithms, stringent data privacy protocols, and unbiased AI systems to ensure patient confidentiality and trust in healthcare.  The evolving landscape of AI in neuroscience presents an exciting frontier, fostering collaborations between AI experts and neuroscientists. Together, they aim to unravel the intricacies of neurological disorders, pushing the boundaries of innovation and paving the path toward early detection, targeted treatments, and improved quality of life for individuals affected by these conditions. This paper highlights the transformative impact of AI in detecting neurological disorders, 7emphasizing its role in early detection, personalized medicine, ethical considerations, and the potential for collaborative advancements in neuroscience.
Cost-Effective and Scalable Approach to EV Battery Management: MOSFET-Based Passive Cell Balancing
Authors: Sunil Varma L S  , Sathish Kumar V  , Sathish Rao R  , Vengatesh V  , Dr.M.L. Merlin Sajini
Published: March 2024

Cell balancing is crucial for preserving battery life and protecting battery cells in order to guarantee the safe and dependable functioning of LiFePo4 batteries on electric vehicles. Because passive cell balancing is inexpensive and simple to perform, BMS routinely uses it. In the passive cell balancing procedure, resistors are used as the balancing element to eliminate excess charge in the battery. Although resistors are inefficient when used with little cells, they are necessary when using large capacity batteries.  The internal resistance of MOSFETs, which is utilized as a balancing element, allows for efficient cell balancing. The need for extra balancing components is eliminated by utilizing the MOSFET's intrinsic resistance. The current through the resistance is decreased hence the power losses are minimized and the heat dissipation is also reduced thus, the battery pack temperature is also maintained in the nominal value which decreases the danger of battery damage due to temperature.
Digital Forensics and Windows Sandbox as Anti-forensics tool
Authors: Mohammed Yousuf uddin  , Mohammad Mazhar Afzal  , Sultan Ahmad
Published: March 2024

Digital forensics is facing new challenges with rise in new anti-forensics techniques and tools including virtualization. Virtualization can be used as shield against different types of attacks, at the same time it can be leveraged by attackers as anti-forensics tool. Forensic investigators face enormous challenges while collecting the digital evidences in case where virtualization is used by an attacker. Virtualization comes in different forms, one of the difficulty form is light weight virtualization. Microsoft windows operating system offers sandbox light weight virtualization. Microsoft windows sandbox is an isolated testing environment to run programs or open files without affecting the application, system, or platform on which they run. After closing the sandbox nothing persists on the device, everything is discarded. This paper reveals the anti-forensics capabilities of sandbox and possible solutions to collect the forensics artefacts using windows registry. Registry analysis revealed that only use of sandbox on host operating system is discoverable and activities and data inside the sandbox are discarded permanently.
futuro (do rosa) é verde? Infância, consumo e educação ambiental a partir da Barbie Loves The Ocean
Authors: Andrade Santos Nascimento Larissa , Amorim Accorsi Fernanda
Published: March 2024

O presente artigo buscou analisar a linha de bonecas Barbie Loves The Ocean pela ótica ambiental, problematizando o slogan “O futuro do rosa é verde”. Vimos o referido brinquedo como um dispositivo de consumo e perguntamos: quem a Barbie Loves The Ocean pensa que você é ou quer que você seja? A pesquisa é qualitativa, de análise exploratória e utiliza como método os Modos de Endereçamento de Elizabeth Ellsworth (2001). Vimos que há um dito na boneca que demonstra beleza e consciência ecológica e há, sobretudo, um não dito que indica foco comercial em crianças e adultos e modos específicos de existência. Dessa forma, entendemos que essa linha de bonecas pratica uma educação ambiental frágil, que pode funcionar como um dispositivo para adultos/as e crianças, servindo de referência – equivocada – de sustentabilidade para as pessoas mais desavisadas, as quais não acessam os processos reflexivos sobre o assunto.
A Comparative Evaluation of The Mechanical Properties of PET and Polystyrene Modified Asphaltic Concrete Containing Rice Husk Ash Filler.
Authors: Ewa Desmond , Ukpata Joseph , Etika Anderson , Egbe Enang , Iduku Alorye
Published: March 2024

The study evaluated and compared the influence of bitumen modification for sustainable as- phalt using waste plastic (Polyethylene Terephthalate, PET) and waste Polystyrene (PS) at 5–50% modification levels. Rice husk ash (RHA) and desilted sand were used as filler and fine aggregate with crushed granite as coarse aggregate. Tests conducted include; penetration, viscosity, flash point, fire point, specific gravity, ductility and marshal stability test on asphalt. For PET modi- fied-binder a decrease in penetration and ductility was observed while the specific gravity, vis- cosity, flash and fire points of the binder increased. For the PS modified-binder, the penetration, ductility, viscosity and specific gravity decreased with an increase in PS while the flash and fire point increased. Marshall Stability results showed an optimal of 20% PET modification was ade- quate for medium traffic surfaing with stability, flow, density, air void, void in mineral aggregates (VMA), and Void filled with binder (VFB) of 4875N, 3.53 mm, 2.460 g/cm3, 3.30%, 18.20%, and 81.87% respectively. For 10% PS modification content, the stability, flow, density, air void, void in mineral aggregates (VMA), and Void filled with binder (VFB) were found to be 6825N, 3.33 mm, 2.362 g/cm3, 4.52%, 18.21%, and 75.18% respectively which was found to be adequate for heavy traffic surfacing. Hence, it was concluded that the investigated waste plastics could be used in Asphalt pavement courses. If applied, these results could provide low-cost materials for paving roads while also reducing waste-related pollution and environmental issues.
Sığla (Liquidambar orientalis) Ağaç Yapraklarının Koyun Diyetlerine İlavesinin Fermantasyon ve Sindirim Derecelerine Etkilerinin İn vitro Gaz Üretim Tekniği ile Belirlenmesi
Authors: SELÇUK Bilal , BAKIR Tuğba , BİLAL Yakup , AKÇAM Hülya
Published: March 2024

Çalışmada sığla ağaç yapraklarının, yonca kuru otu yerine % 0, 10, 20, 30 oranlarında koyun rasyonlarına ilave edilerek, gaz üretimi (GÜ), metan (CH4) üretimi, gerçek sindirilebilir kuru madde (GSKM), taksimat faktörü (TF), mikrobiyal protein (MP), mikrobiyal protein sentezi etkinliği (MPSE) ve gerçek sindirim derecesi (GSD) üzerine olan etkileri in vitro gaz üretim tekniği ile belirlenmesi amaçlanmaktadır. Çalışmada sığla ağaç yapraklarını kullanımı GÜ ve CH4 üretimlerini önemli derecede düşürmüştür (P
Veri Merkezi İç Ortam Koşulları için IoT Tabanlı Gerçek Zamanlı İzleme Sistemi
Authors: ÜÇGÜN Hakan , PARLAK Büşra , KARAKUZU Cihan
Published: March 2024

İnternet çağını yaşadığımız şu günlerde veri merkezleri, kullanıldığı işletmeler veya kurumlar için bilginin erişilmesi, saklanması ve kullanılması için hayati önem taşımaktadır. İçerisinde sunucu sistemleri ve sunucu bilgisayarları barındıran veri merkezleri sürekli gözetim altında tutulması gereken kritik öneme haiz bilgisayar sistemleridir. Bu bakımdan veri merkezlerinin kurulumlarının yapıldığı odalarda veya merkezlerde bazı iç ortam parametrelerin ele alınması ve bu parametrelerin kontrol altında tutulması gerekmektedir. Bu çalışmada, veri merkezinin bulunduğu bir oda içerisindeki iç ortam parametrelerinin izlenmesi ve herhangi bir sorun tespit edilmesi durumunda e-posta yoluyla ilgili kullanıcıların uyarılmasına imkân sağlayan IoT tabanlı bir sistem gerçekleştirilmiştir. Geliştirilen sistemde Raspberry Pi 3 mini-bilgisayar kartı kullanılmış ve veri merkezi içerisindeki sıcaklık ve nem değerleri, ses şiddeti, hareket tespiti, yangın tespiti, sıvı tespiti gibi parametreler ele alınmıştır. Ele alınan parametreler, geliştirilen web arayüzü ile anlık ve gerçek zamanlı olarak izlenmektedir. Sistem, veri merkezindeki iç ortam koşullarında meydana gelen anormal durumları tespit etmede başarılı olmuş ve hızlı bir şekilde önlemler alınabilmesi için ilgili kullanıcılara uyarılarda bulunmuştur.
Sweden’s Integrated Energy and Climate Plan: An analysis
Authors:   Chalmers University of Technology, Hultman Martin , Michael Kavya
Published: March 2024

Sweden has positioned itself internationally as a forerunner of sustainable energy technologies (even at the household level) and progressive climate policies in line with the Paris Agreement (Ring et al 2022). Simultaneously Sweden is globally known as an advocate of gender equality and welfare proudly discussed in state policies as well as wider societal discourses (Arora Jonsson 2009). Historically this is the image of Sweden irrespective of political affiliations (be it the Social Democrats or Conservatives) the governments have tried to present to the outside world. In this context we conduct a critical analysis of Sweden’s Integrated Energy and Climate Plan or 1 The National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP), an externally facing key document at EU level for communicating these issues, through an energy user’s perspective adopting a social/gender justice lens. How is such image of Sweden as champion of gender equality and promoter of welfare policies holding when digging deep into a key document of this kind?
The Impact of High Foreign Flight Slot Time Requests on National Flights
Authors: Setiawan Ariyono , Tri Prasetyo Kukuh , Ardian Dede , Manaricha Anti , Larasati Khoirunnisa
Published: March 2024

Flights are one of the most effective and efficient modes of transportation to reach distant travel destinations. Slot time is the time specified for a flight to land or take off from an airport. The purpose of this study is to find out how changes in the number of foreign flight slots available in a country can affect the national aviation industry. This research was conducted by the method of literature study or literature review. The results suggest that an increase in foreign flight time slots will probably have a negative impact on national flights at the same airport, especially if there is not enough planning to manage congestion at those airports. If the time slot of foreign flights increases, then there may be more foreign flights that will land or take off from that airport, which can cause overcrowding at the airport and reduce the time slot available for national flights.