bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Virulence genes detection and antibiotic resistant Salmonella in raw and ready-to-eat snails (Arachatina marginata) sold in selected markets in Port Harcourt
Authors: Okafor N.M. , Eruteya O.C.
Published: February 2024

This study investigated the presence of virulence genes and antibiotic resistant Salmonella spp. in raw and ready-to-eat snails (Archachatina marginata) vended in selected markets within Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Proximate composition, isolation, identification and presence of virulent genes were done using standard methods. Raw snails from Choba had Salmonella counts ranging from 3.32 to 5.04 log10CFU/g. Salmonella was not detected in ready-to-eat samples from Choba. Raw snails from Rumuokoro had Salmonella counts ranging from 4.04 to 6.04 log10CFU/g while three of the ten ready-to-eat samples had counts ranging from 3.53 to 3.63 log10CFU/g. Raw snails from Oyigbo had Salmonella counts ranging from 4.71 to 6.67 log10CFU/g with two of the five ready-to-eat samples having Salmonella counts of 3.69 and 3.51 log10CFU/g. Antimicrobial susceptibility test results showed that all the isolates were resistant to augmentin, cefuroxi and cetazidime. Ten Salmonella representing 5% possessed the antibiotics resistance genes, fliC and invA, but not sefA. The presence of Salmonella in some of the ready-to-eat samples makes it objectionable for human consumption. But more worrisome is that some possess fliC and invA genes and resistant to common antibiotics used for their management. Therefore, proper processing and maintenance of quality of processed snail meat is very essential for public health safety.
Assessment of nutritional chemicals and antioxidant activities of some food components for their potential as functional foods and prebiotics
Authors: Ajaero U.C. , Yusuf O.S. , Abdulsalami M.S. , Benjamin B. , Ndibe T.O. , Bakare V. , Sani J.
Published: February 2024

Functional foods are known to contain some nutritional chemicals and/or possess antioxidant properties. Therefore, this study was aimed at assessing the nutritional chemicals and antioxidant activities of date, walnut, cashew nut and bush mango seeds for their potential as functional foods. Proximate, mineral, phytochemical, anti-nutritional, antioxidant and amino acid compositions of the food samples were investigated using standard methods. The moisture content observed in the four functional foods was highest in cashew nut with a percentage value of 6.25% and lowest in walnut (4.33%). Also, cashew nut had the highest amount of protein, with a value of 28.55%. Fat ranged from 0.98 – 1.78%; There was a noticeable high amount of total carbohydrate as its value ranged from 42.45 – 56.55%. Proximate analysis also revealed low ash contents. Mineral analysis revealed the presence of magnesium, calcium, potassium, nitrogen, sodium and phosphorus. Date had the highest amount of potassium (2.67%) whereas walnut had the highest amount of phosphorus (1.22%). Energy contribution from protein ranged from 12.21 – 16.37% while that of fat ranged from 1.69 – 2.86%. Anti-nutritional analysis showed the presence of oxalate, phytic acid, tannin and cyanide. Several phytochemicals like saponin, alkaloid, flavonoid and steroid were detected in all the samples. Essential amino acids were present in the samples in varied concentrations. Concentration of glutamic acid was highest in walnut (13.02 g/100g) followed by cashew nut (12.87 g/100g). All the samples showed antioxidant activities which was significant. This study has revealed that date, walnut, cashew nut and bush mango seed possess potential as functional foods which provide a wide range of essential nutrients and antioxidant properties with many potential health benefits.
The ameliorative potential of aqueous extract of Hunteria unbellata on alloxan—induced diabetes and hyperlipidemia in Wistar rats
Authors: Emejuru S.W. , Onyegeme-Okerenta B.M. , Amadi B.A.
Published: February 2024

The use of aqueous fruit extract of unripe Hunteria umbellata in the therapeutic management of alloxan-induced diabetic Wistar rats was investigated. Thirty-five Wistar rats divided into 7 groups of 5 rats each were used for the study. Group 1 was the positive control. Diabetes was induced in Groups 2 -7 using 150 mg kg-1 body weight of alloxan. Glucose levels were monitored for 72 hrs to confirm diabetes mellitus. Rats in group 2 received no treatment and served as the negative control while rats in Groups 3-7 received 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, and 2500 mg kg-1 of aqueous fruit extract of unripe H. umbellata respectively. After 28 days, the animals were anaesthetized with chloroform and blood was collected through cardiac puncture for determination of biochemical and haematological indices. The results showed a significant reduction (p<0.05) in the average weights of the rats from 141.4±2.07 g before alloxan treatment to 130.4±8.14 g. However, treatment with 500-2500 mg kg-1 of H. umbellata significantly (p<0.05) increased the weight of the rats to 141.0±1.41 g. The average fasting blood sugar (FBS) level of the rats before alloxan induction was 5.58±0.73 mmol/l, this increased 72 hours after alloxan treatment to 23.92±5.27 mmol/l. Treatment with 500-2500 mg kg-1 of H. umbellata initiated a significant (p<0.05) dose-related reduction in FBS levels. There was a significant (p<0.05) increase in α-amylase (31.19±2.67 IU) and Glutathione reductase (55.77±9.66 mg/dl) activities in group 6 when compared to group 2 (18.04±0.82 and 18.07±1.94 mg/dl respectively). Total cholesterol (160.51±1.36 mg/dl) in group 2 was reduced to 95.63±1.61 mg/dl in group 5. In conclusion, H. umbellata has the potential to lower blood sugar and may be used in the management of diabetes.
Effect of heat-stable biocatalytic remediation cocktail (HBRC) on selected heavy metals present in crude oil-polluted soil
Authors: Akpoji B. S. , Essien E. B. , Nwaichi E. O.
Published: February 2024

This study investigated the effect of a heat-stable biocatalytic remediation cocktail (HBRC) on selected heavy metals present in crude oil-polluted soil. The soil sample was collected from Agbura Community, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Heat-stable biocatalytic remediation cocktail (HBRC) also called garbage enzyme (GE) was produced from three substances; water, fruits skin (orange, pineapple, plantain, watermelon and banana peels) and brown sugar in a ratio of 10: 3: 1, and were allowed to ferment for 90 days. The soil sample was divided into six Groups (1 - 6). Groups 1 and 2 served as control; (unpolluted) and (polluted but not treated soil) while Groups 3 to 6 were given different treatments. The samples were prepared and selected heavy metals (Fe, Cu, Zn and Co) concentrations were analyzed using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). After treatment of the crude oil-polluted soil with the HBRC for 180, there were significant reductions in Fe, Cu, Zn and Co were observed in Groups 3, 4, 5 and 6 when compared to Groups 1 and 2. The highest iron concentration reduction was observed in Group 3 (76.58%). Similarly, the highest Cu concentration reduction was seen in Group 5 (73.55%). Also, the highest Zn concentration reduction was observed in Group 6 (86.30%) while Co highest concentration reduction was seen in Group 5 (86.56%). Hence, the result reveals that HBRC can be used as a remediation cocktail for heavy metals.
Диференціація профільного розподілу СО2 ґрунтового повітря та оцінка стійкості системи «ґрунт – атмосфера» до абіотичних впливів
Authors: Трофименко Петро
Published: February 2024

В статті представлено результати досліджень диференціації профільного розподілу двоокису вуглецю ґрунтового повітря та проведено оцінку стійкості системи «ґрунт – атмосфера» до абіотичних впливів. Показано, що емісійно-асиміляційну активність ґрунту необхідно розглядати у якості єдиної та взаємно обумовлюючої системи біологічного обігу органічного вуглецю у двох протилежних напрямках «ґрунт ↔ атмосфера» та атмосфера ↔ ґрунт», як важливої ланки загального колообігу цього елементу під час виробництва рослинницької продукції. У якості критеріїв оцінки стану системи «ґрунт ↔ атмосфера» до абіотичних впливів запропоновано використовувати, коефіцієнт Kref (оновлення запасів СО2 у ґрунтовому повітрі) та час оновлення запасів двоокису вуглецю (tref), які дозволяють оцінити інтенсивність повітряного обміну за профілем, залежно від глибини, ступеня зволоженості та значень маси СО2. Важливим критерієм оцінки стійкості (динамічності) системи «ґрунт ↔ атмосфера» є коефіцієнт стійкості системи (чинник "Stability factor"), який розраховується на основі емпіричного рівняння і являє собою співвідношення між запасами СО2 у надґрунтовому шарі повітря та у ґрунтовому повітрі (або на основі співвідношення значень величин відповідних концентрацій). Доведено залежність збільшення часу оновлення запасів з глибиною. Означена закономірність є загальною для усіх трьох періодів спостережень, незалежно від часу доби, рівня зволоження ґрунту, величин запасів СО2 та значень наземної емісії. Порівняння значень часу оновлення запасів СО2 ґрунтового повітря різних шарів вказує на ступінь мінливості їх маси на момент проведення досліджень, яка залежить від глибини, вологості та сумісному впливу комплексу чинників довкілля. Встановлено, що коефіцієнт стійкості перебігу емісії з ґрунтів СО2 залежать від часу доби і коливаються в інтервалі від 0,60-1,33. При цьому стійкість ґрунтової ланки емісійної системи дерново-підзолистого глеюватого супіщаного ґрунту на водно-льодовикових відкладах практично в 6 разів перевищую стійкість наземної її частини. Тому оцінку емісійно-асиміляційної стійкості ґрунту до абіотичних впливів та розрахунку величини "Stability factor" пропонується проводити в межах системи «ґрунт ↔ атмосфера», що дозволить підвищити її об’єктивність.
Інтерактивні іграшки – вибір дітей 3-го року життя і стимул їх розвитку
Authors: Артемова Любов , Борова Валентина , Тітаренко Світлана
Published: February 2024

Поширені в довкіллі дітей побутові предмети на основі цифрових технологій і їх аналоги – інтерактивні іграшки, приваблюють дітей змалку і спонукають до дій з ними. Та ще не відомо, чи доцільно вводити їх у користування дітей. Саме тому у статті піднімається проблема потреби і доцільності використання інтерактивних іграшок в іграх дітей. З’ясовано, що у сучасних зарубіжних і вітчизняних психолого-педагогічних дослідженнях в основному вивчалися механізми «цифрових іграшок», їх місце і роль у навчально-виховній роботі з дітьми дошкільного і шкільного віку. Залишилося поза увагою дослідників доцільність використання інтерактивних іграшок дітьми з раннього віку. Щоб з’ясувати це, поставлена мета – виявити можливості інтерактивних іграшок у розвитку ігрової діяльності на етапі її становлення у дітей 3-го року життя. У дослідженні встановлено, що у дітей виникає інтерес до інтерактивних іграшок з І-го року життя. На протязі раннього дитинства розвивається пізнавальний інтерес, який спонукає вибірковість дітей у різних важливих сферах, у тому числі й у ігровій сфері. На основі дослідження простежено, що діти 3-го року обирають інтерактивні іграшки серед інших саме за інтерактивні ознаки: звучання, рух, світлові сигнали, форму, яка стимулює їх до руху. На основі кількісного і якісного аналізу виборів дітьми інтерактивних іграшок доведено, що вибір також обумовлений психолого-фізичними можливостями самих дітей, які спонукає реалізувати інтерактивна іграшка: спілкуватися з нею, дослухатися до звучання музики, співу, рухати її та рухатися самому, реагувати на дії «живої іграшки». Тобто така іграшка своїми сигналами органічно вписується у природний світ дитини і активізує посильну їй діяльність. Традиційні образні та збірно-розбірні іграшки не містять таких можливостей, що активізують, а потребують від дітей власних зусиль, які ще не достатньо зрілі у цьому віці. Діти 3-го року вже дещо освоїли і переросли предметні дії, якими вони діяли з цими іграшками на І-му і 2-му роках життя. А уява дітей 3-го року ще не забезпечує створення з цими іграшками уявних образів: дорослих з образними іграшками, споруд і образів зі збірно-розбірними іграшками. Тобто ігрову діяльність у розгорнутих формах діти ще не здатні здійснити. Ймовірно, що саме завдяки цьому такі іграшки виявляються поза вибором дітей 3-го року порівняно з інтерактивними іграшками. Вони будуть повноцінно використовуватися дітьми у наступні вікові періоди. Наведений аналіз та міркування не виключає всі види іграшок з ігор дітей раннього віку. Кожний з видів розвиває дітей в міру їх вікової спроможності і доцільний відповідно вибору самих дітей.
The crucial role of English language in intercultural communication within global healthcare
Authors: Schkinder Karina
Published: February 2024

The English language's pivotal role in global healthcare communication is essential. It serves as a bridge across diverse cultures, enabling seamless interaction among healthcare professionals and patients from various linguistic backgrounds. In today's interconnected healthcare landscape, English acts as a unifying medium, transcending geographical and linguistic boundaries. Its prevalence is not just convenient but foundational, facilitating collaboration, research dissemination, and universal implementation of medical advancements. Beyond mere functionality, English embodies inclusivity, democratizing access to healthcare information and empowering patients in their care decisions. This paper delves into the significance, challenges, and considerations surrounding English as the primary language for intercultural communication in medicine.
Allusions and Omissions in Augustine’s Confessions
Authors: Elliott Benjamin
Published: February 2024

This paper discusses possible biblical allusions and omissions in Augustine’s Confessions, arguing that the themes he presents can be understood with greater nuance if viewed in light of not only the scriptural passages he chooses to support them but also the verses from the immediate context, which he omits. The paper will examine four examples from within the Confessions: the way that in the Confessions but not elsewhere, he only utilizes the second half of James 1:17, eliding the phrase ‘Father of lights,’ his use of the term unam for his concubine, his depiction of his mother Monnica like the apostle Paul, and possible reasons for his elision of portions of the prologue to John. As a result, this paper has offered four possible instances of Augustine omitting, or only allusively referring to, specific scriptures throughout the Confessions: his omission of God as the Father of lights when referencing James 1, his allusion to the una columba of the Canticle of Canticles in describing his concubine, his undertone of Pauline episodes in recounting the tale of Monnica's arrival in Rome, and finally his omission of John the Baptist from It has been suggested that, in each of these cases, a deeper grasp of the parts of the Bible that Augustine has left out can help us comprehend the major arguments that he has made in more depth.
PRACTICAL IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ORGANIZATIONAL-METHODICAL SYSTEM FOR THE FORMATION OF THE ARTISTIC AND AESTHETIC TASTE OF CHILDREN OF YOUNGER SCHOOL AGE BY MEANS OF THE REGIONAL CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL HERITAGE
Authors: Bludova Yuliia
Published: February 2024

The article presents the implementation of the organizational and methodological system of forming the artistic and aesthetic taste of younger schoolchildren by means of the cultural and historical heritage of the region. The organizational-methodical system consists of the following blocks: theoretical-methodological, which provides a scientific approach and functional principles of a holistic system of forming the artistic and aesthetic taste of younger schoolchildren; content-technological, in which the content, forms, methods, means, pedagogical conditions, research stages are defined; criterion-resultative, having components, criteria, indicators and levels of formation of artistic and aesthetic feelings. The system envisages implementation in the educational process in the following areas: training of primary school teachers, group leaders and parents for the formation of artistic and aesthetic feelings of younger schoolchildren; training of primary school teachers, group leaders and parents to form the artistic and aesthetic taste of younger schoolchildren (for this purpose, the educational and advisory program «Creative teacher – gifted student» and the school-studio for parents «Stairs of the Human Soul» were developed and implemented); the program for the development of artistic and aesthetic competence of younger schoolchildren based on the example of the artistic creativity «Your beauty, Kharkiv region»; providing conditions for the activation of extracurricular independent work of students in the process of understanding the best achievements of artistic creativity and acquiring a unique experience of creating artistic images in artistic and aesthetic activities.
ТЕОРЕТИЧНЕ ОБҐРУНТУВАННЯ СОЦІАЛЬНО-ПЕДАГОГІЧНИХ УМОВ РОЗВИТКУ СОЦІАЛЬНОЇ КОМПЕТЕНТНОСТІ ДІТЕЙ МОЛОДШОГО ШКІЛЬНОГО ВІКУ З АУТИЗМОМ В ІНКЛЮЗИВНОМУ ОСВІТНЬОМУ СЕРЕДОВИЩІ ЗЗСО
Authors: Гладун Татьяна
Published: February 2024

The article theoretically substantiates the socio-pedagogical conditions for the development of social competence of children of primary school age with autism in an inclusive educational environment. The need to develop the social competence of children of primary school age with autism in the conditions of inclusive education as a segment of the social orientation of the modernization of the Ukrainian education system is argued. The main studies and publications of domestic and foreign scientists devoted to the problem of the development of social 459 competence of children with autism are analyzed. The presentation of the main material was carried out through a conceptual analysis of the category «conditions» and its socio-pedagogical meaning and essence in the context of an inclusive educational environment. Three main socio-pedagogical conditions for the development of social competence of children with autism have been defined and characterized: involvement of the child in the inclusive environment of special educational institutions (in personally meaningful interaction with the microsociety); organization of individual socio-pedagogical support for younger schoolchildren with autism and their families during the work of the psychological service of SGSE; ensuring the process of education and upbringing of a child with autism in SGSE by means of modern innovative communication technologies.
COMPARISON OF EQUILIBRIUM AND IDEAL SEPARATION FACTORS IN DISTILLATION PROCESSES
Authors: Kravchenko A.I.
Published: February 2024

The effective, equilibrium, and ideal separation factors in distillation processes (β, β0, and βi respectively) are considered in relation to dependences β(β0), β0(βi), and β(βi). On the examples of substances “base (Cd, Те, S, Zn, Se or As) – impurity”, a comparison of β0 and βi was made. The conclusion is made about the limited possibility of using the factor βi
instead of β0 in distillation calculations: β0 ~ βi if βi differs from unity by no more than one order of magnitude; the divergency β0/βi increases with increasing deviation βi from unity.
Los tipos de fraude en las empresas latinoamericanas
Authors: Hidalgo Verónica Elizabeth Ochoa , Santillán Washington Rolando Villavicencio , Candelario Mayra Arias , Véliz Pedro Javier Velasco
Published: February 2024

Los fraudes en las empresas latinoamericanas son un problema común que afecta tanto a grandes corporaciones como a pequeñas y medianas empresas. Estos fraudes pueden tener un impacto significativo en la economía de la región y en la confianza de los inversionistas y consumidores. Existen diferentes tipos de fraudes que se pueden cometer en las empresas latinoamericanas. El objetivo de este artículo es estudiar casos reales de fraudes dentro de empresas latinoamericanas para analizar los problemas más comunes, estos incluyen la malversación de fondos, la falsificación de documentos, el robo de identidad, financiamiento por parte del terrorismo o el narcotráfico, el soborno y la corrupción, el lavado de dinero y la evasión fiscal. Uno de los factores que contribuyen a los fraudes en las empresas latinoamericanas es la carencia de controles internos y de transparencia en las operaciones. Muchas empresas no cuentan con políticas claras de ética y cumplimiento, lo que facilita la comisión de fraudes por parte de empleados y directivos. Además, la corrupción en los gobiernos y en los sistemas judiciales de algunos países latinoamericanos también contribuye a la crisis moral en las empresas. La falta de aplicación efectiva de la ley y la impunidad de los delincuentes hacen que los fraudes sean más frecuentes y difíciles de detectar y castigar. Los resultados que nos arrojó la investigación fueron que las empresas implicadas en situaciones de fraude, tuvieron como fallo principal la falta de un sistema que permita controlar e inspeccionar los procesos empresariales de las diferentes áreas. Las conclusiones son que, al no haber justicia judicial, las personas no temen, ni se limitan al momento de cometer diferentes tipos de actos ilegales. Estas acciones afectan tanto a las empresas implicadas como al Estado debido a que no se permite la correcta circulación dentro de los Sistemas Financieros de los países.
The Ability of the Beneish M-Score To Detect the Trends of Fraud in the Indonesian Sharia Stock Index
Authors:   Trunojoyo Madura University, Bangkalan, Indonesia, Mezi Muria Risky , Nizarul Alim Mohammad ,   Trunojoyo Madura University, Bangkalan, Indonesia, Prasetyono Prasetyono ,   Trunojoyo Madura University, Bangkalan, Indonesia
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine the level of ability of the Beneish M-Score in detecting financial statement fraud tendencies. This study uses a quantitative approach with logistic regression analysis techniques. The results of this study provide empirical evidence that is different from research on manufacturing companies, state-owned companies, banking, mining, non-financial companies, property companies, real estate and building construction. The contribution of the empirical results of this study shows that overall the Beneish M-Score model is unable to detect the tendency of fraudulent financial statements in Islamic companies. DSRI, GMI, AQI, SGI, DEPI, SGAI, LVGI, and TATA has no effect on fraudulent financial statements in sharia companies.
Taxonomic characterization of Aphelenchoides besseyi sensu lato and the study of diseases angular leaf spot in jambu (Acmella oleracea) and green stem and foliar retention syndrome in soybean (Glycine max)
Authors:   , Silva Marcela de Freitas
Published: February 2024

Aphelenchoides besseyi is considered one of the most threatening nematodes to global agriculture. Despite this, there is little information about genetic diversity, host range and some aspects related to its interaction with its host plants. Recently it was proposed to reclassify A. besseyi into a species complex composed of: A. besseyi sensu stricto, A. oryzae e A. pseudobesseyi. Thus, the objectives of this work were: i) to identify the species of Aphelenchoides causing angular leaf spot in jambu (Acmella oleracea); ii) to biologically and molecularly characterize populations of A. besseyi sensu lato from different hosts, comparing them with other populations from the A. besseyi species complex already described; iii) evaluate aspects of the interaction of this plant parasitic nematode with soybean through histopathological analyses. Morphological, morphometric, and phylogenetic characterizations were carried out, and A. pseudobesseyi was identified as the causal agent of angular leaf spot in jambu. Moreover, the biological characterization of A. besseyi s.l. populations from rice, jambu and soybean, indicated that they reproduce through amphimixis and exhibit sexual compatibility. Phylogenetic and species delimitation analyses, based on nuclear ribosomal and mitochondrial DNA, supported the presence of A. besseyi sensu stricto, A. oryzae, and A. pseudobesseyi within the A. besseyi species complex, with the populations in this study clustering within the A. pseudobesseyi clade. Furthermore, these populations infected soybean, cotton, common beans, and jambu, but they did not infect strawberry and rice. In the interaction of this nematode with soybean, A. pseudobesseyi migrates on the external parts of the plant, targeting shoots, leaves, flowers, and pods, causing alterations as hypertrophy, hyperplasia and cell collapse. However, the nematode is incapable of infecting the seeds. The results of this research point out that A. pseudobesseyi is the etiological agent of angular spot in jambu. All populations of the A. besseyi species complex studied, originating from different hosts, are A. pseudobesseyi. The evidence presented corroborates the recognition of A. oryzae, A. besseyi and A. pseudobesseyi as valid species. The mtCOI gene is the most suitable molecular marker for the phylogenetic study of populations of this species complex. In soybean crops, A. pseudobesseyi parasitism occurs mainly in the regions of sprouts, in leaves and flower buds, with the nematode migrating externally to the plant tissue until reaching such locations. On the leaf blade, the nematode penetrates the tissues, feeding on mesophyll cells. In other organs, parasitism occurs externally to the tissues. However, A. pseudobesseyi is not capable of infecting soybean seeds, and its spread through these is unlikely. Keywords: Foliar nematode. Phylogeny. Etiology. Histopathology
A New Approach to Interpretation of Songgukri-Culture of Bronze Age Tree Pole Pit
Authors:   Yeongnam Archaeological Review, Yu Byoung Rok
Published: February 2024

It is estimated that as relative importance of agriculture increased during bronze age, agricultural rituals became active. Finding empirical evidence is very difficult but Lee Jongcheol(2015;2018:2021) not only discovered various ritual elements based on tree pole pit in large settlements but also demonstrated origination of appearance of Korean totem pole during prehistoric-primitive age based on archaelogical data.
However, in discussion about ritual surrounding tree pole pit, cases of Jinan Yeouigog site and Gimhae Yulhari site played the most leading role and thus it was necessary to figure out real intention. Actually, in cases of above both two sites, one tree pole pit was found but it seems that such tree pole pit is a facility attached to graveyard rather than medium connecting different area in settlement. In addition, when examining several similar cases in Daegu region, role of guiding boundary of graveyard and order of construction of graves seemed clearer. In big tree ritual which Lee Jongcheol argued, case that two tree pole pits are found together like the case of Daegu Dongcheondong site seems more dependable. Even the same tree pole pits differ in their roles depending on their location.
The author of this paper pointed out that existing opinions which considered big tree rituals and Korean totem poles as separate origin and facility are problematic and shape of birds which is the most important element was embodied as the beak-shaped stone tool from the first period of Bronze Age. Big tree ritual and Korean totem pole are meaningful as inseparable heritage of agricultural culture during Bronze Age.
A Study on the Pottery Striped Bottle Excavated by Goryeo Tombs in Geumho River Basin
Authors:   Yeongnam Archaeological Review, Lee Gyeong Hee
Published: February 2024

The pottery striped bottle of the Goryeo Dynasty is a characteristic bottle found in tombs in the Yeongnam area and this has received attention in that it reveals the locality of the Yeongnam region. This paper examined the process of change in the bottle, paying attention to the phenomenon that the striped bottle is intensively distributed in the Geumhogang River basin.
The first period (middle 11th century to late 12th century) is the period in which hemispheric striped bottle and trumpet-mouth striped bottle coexist. The two types of striped bottles differ in the distribution range. Hemispheric striped bottles are excavated from the Nakdong River to the Geumho River, and trumpet-mouth striped bottles are excavated from the East Sea coast to the Geumho River. In the second period (13th century to 14th century), the trumpet-mouth striped-bottle was used alone, and the striped bottle culture, which developed in two directions through different routes, showed an integrated aspect centered on the Geumho River.
The Geumho River basin is an important transportation hub, and the limited excavation pattern of the distribution of the striped bottle from the mid-stream of the Nakdong River to the East Sea is thought to be closely related to the distribution system formed around the road system of the time. In addition, this is an area that has long held the identity of the Silla people and the production base of earthenware early on, the earthenware production system. In this study, I tried to reveal the existence of a pottery production system shared in the Geumho River basin from the mid to late Goryeo period.
Plan of metacognitive strategies to enhance reading comprehension in upper basic education students
Authors: Grace Geomar Franco Roca , Tigrero Figueroa Mercy Tomasa , Chiliquinga Burgos Diana Jacqueline , Intriago Alcivar Ramona Elizabeth
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to develop and assess metacognitive strategies to enhance reading comprehension among elementary school students, focusing on inferential, critical, and literal reading skills. Using a quantitative pre-experimental design, 68 students participated, and an expert-validated questionnaire with a reliability coefficient of 0.825 (Cronbach's alpha) was employed. The results demonstrated high responsiveness to the metacognitive strategy plan, showing significant improvements in reading comprehension. The findings suggest that these strategies are particularly beneficial for students at the early stages of their academic journey, though ongoing adaptation is essential for optimal effectiveness.
Relationship between Monthly Common Stock Prices and Monthly Inflation in India
Authors: Kumar Amit
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to scrutinise whether monthly inflation rate and monthly common stock prices are interlinked and if they are linked, then what is the kind of affiliation among the variables.

Methodology: The paper has used the vector autoregression model (VAR) to determine whether there exists a  relationship between monthly common stock prices and monthly inflation rates or not.

Findings: The paper's findings can be summarised as no cointegration exists between monthly inflation rates and monthly stock prices, meaning there is no relationship (neither long nor short) between inflation and common stock prices. The other insight that can be concluded from the research is that there also doesn’t exist any cause-and-effect relationship between the inflation rate & monthly common stocks.
Role of AI Enabled Smart Meters to Enhance Customer Satisfaction
Authors: Nuthakki Siddhartha , Kumar Suraj , Kulkarni Chinmay Shripad , Nuthakki Yudhisthir
Published: February 2024

The critical role that smart meters with artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities play in transforming the energy sector and promoting higher levels of consumer satisfaction is examined in this review article. Smart meters have become essential elements in the rapidly changing digital energy market, utilizing AI technology to provide customers and utilities with previously unheard-of advantages. This paper offers a thorough examination of the ways in which AI-powered smart meters enhance energy management, boost operational effectiveness, and eventually improve the general consumer experience. Between 2018 and Oct 2022, data for this study was collected from several databases. The combination of artificial intelligence (AI) and smart meters will be crucial in building a more efficient, customer-focused, and sustainable energy environment as technology develops. Utility companies must embrace this change if they are to meet and surpass customer expectations in an increasingly digital environment, as well as do so as a matter of strategy.
A REVIEW ON MOUTH DISSOLVING FILM
Authors: Bhalse Pinki , Pagare Apurva , Pawar Rajat
Published: February 2024

Oral route is considered as one of the most convenient route for administration of various pharmaceutical dosage forms like, tablet, capsule, syrup, suspension and emulsion. Fast Dissolving Drug Delivery systems have developed various fast disintegrating preparations like mouth dissolving film, MDT. Oral thin film are new dosage form that are prepared from hydrophilic polymer which are when placed in mouth, buccal cavity disintegrate rapidly. Mouth dissolving film is superior as compare to mouth dissolving tablet as the cost of production is low. Geriatric and pediatric patients are facing difficulty in swallowing of tablet and capsule, the oral film can bypass it, along with that it has other advantages like self-administrable, fast dissolving, rapid absorption that make it versatile dosage form. The aim of present study is to enlighten specifically different polymer along with their concentrations and applications. This study also focuses on use of plasticizer, polymer, sweetener, different methods which are used for the preparation of oral films and various evaluation parameter of the film.
In-vivo Pharmacological Evaluation of Anti-Ulcerative Colitis Activity of Ethanolic Bark Extract of Ficus religiosa in Swiss Albino Mice
Authors: Kindo Anamika , Chouhan Sohan Singh , Gour Rekha
Published: February 2024

Ulcerative colitis is an idiopathic chronic disease of the intestine with unknown etiology involving multiple immune, genetic and environmental factors. The present study was carried out based on traditional claims to assess anti-ulcerative colitis activity. The extraction of the bark powdered of Ficus religiosa was carried out using ethanol as a solvent in the soxhlet apparatus. The % yield of the ethanol extract of Ficus religiosa was calculated and it was found to be 21%. The quantitative preliminary phytochemical screening revealed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, saponins, amino acids, and protein in ethanolic extract of Ficus religiosa. Ulcerative colitis was induced in mice by induction of 2ml of 3% acetic acid through intrarectally. The low dose and high dose (200mg/kg and 400mg/kg) of extract was administered orally in mice. Prednisolone (1.14mg/kg) was used as the standard drug for comparison. All acetic acid- induced mice showed typical clinical manifestations of ulcerative colitis. Colon length increased significantly and colon weight decreased significantly of the treatment groups when compared to the standard groups. The MPO activity is significantly higher in Ficus religiosa treated group (200mg/kg and 400mg/kg) in comparison to standard drug Prednisolone (1.14mg/kg) treated group. It was observed that the inflammation in the colonic tissue of Ficus religiosa treatment group was significantly higher than standard group. The two treatment group shows nearly equal effect as that of the standard drug. All parameters suggest that the 400 mg/kg dose is more effective than the lower dose.
Developing Topographic Map Study Skills in Advanced-Level Geography Students: A Teacher’s Experiences
Authors: Wedikandage Lanka
Published: February 2024

Map work is a core component of the geography curriculum, but it presents unique challenges for both students and teachers. Students must have a high level of cognitive and conceptual development to read and interpret a map. Teachers, too, often find it difficult to instill the necessary skills for graphic literacy. The unique challenges associated with topographic map study skills are highly relevant to the choice of this subject. The primary goal of this study was to help advanced-level geography students improve their topographic map study skills. For this study, the action research method was used as a research method. Following the pre-test, four students with lower grades were chosen as a sample. Thematic analysis is performed on the data. This research found that most of the students in year 12 felt that they had some issues with incorrect topography identification based on map observation, incorrect recognition of standard symbols from map observation, incorrectly calculating the area of a map, difficulties comprehending the relationship between physical and cultural landscapes, and difficulties with reading and analysing a map. The research then revealed that students require fundamental knowledge of drawing, reading, and interpreting maps. It is also critical to teach map work in as practical a manner as possible. Teachers can use models as teaching aids and the group discussion method as a teaching method to help students develop these skills. Teachers’ peer intervention, individual attention, and discussion with friends all help to increase knowledge of basic topographic map concepts. It contends that the sophistication and complexity of the skills required to interpret topographical maps should not be underestimated. Teachers must be made aware of how students acquire map reading skills and the difficulties they face during this process so that teaching programmes that correspond to students’ levels of cognitive development can be developed. The study’s findings and recommendations have implications for geography teachers, textbook authors, and educational authorities, particularly those involved in curriculum and syllabus development.
PERANCANGAN SISTEM INFORMASI KEUANGAN KAS RT PADA KELUARAHAN YOSOREJO PEKALONGAN
Authors: Kurniawan Muhammad Faizal , Wibowo Ari Putra , Widiyono Widiyono
Published: February 2024

Keberadaan sistem informasi menjadi salah satu kebutuhan yang sangat penting pada sebuah organisasi. Organisasi yang paling umum dijumpai di masyarakat adalah Rukun Tetangga (RT), salah satunya adalah RT 005 di Keluarahan Yosorejo. Selain membantu pemerintah desa dalam pemberdayaan warga masyarakat, tugas dari RT adalah mengelola dana keuangan (iuran) warga, mulai dari pemasukan dan pengeluaran serta pelaporan keuangan dan pertanggung jawaban yang disampaikan kepada seluruh warga atau anggota. Adapun sumber keuangan diperoleh dari iuran warga seperti dana kas arisan(pengajian), dana kas jimpitan, dana kas pengelolaan sampah yang disetorkan kepada bendaraha RT. Untuk saat ini pengelolaan laporan keuangan dilakukan oleh pengurus RT yang melibatkan Ketua RT, Bendahara RT dan Sekretatis RT dengan melakukan pencatatan pada buku besar, rekapitulasi dan pelaporan dilakukan setiap satu bulan sekali. Permasalahan yang sering dijumpai yaitu dalam melakukan rekapitulasi jumlah pemasukan dan pengeluaran dana kas, salah satu solusi yang digunakan untuk mengatasi permasalan ini adalah dengan memanfaatkan teknologi informasi. Metode pengembangan sistem yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah SDLC (system development life cicrle) atau yang biasa dikenal dengan nama waterfall dirancang secara linier, dengan menyelesaikan satu fase sebelum memasuki fase berikutnya. Selanjutnya untuk perancangan digunakan UML sedangkan untuk pengujian sistem yang digunakan adalah blckbox testing. Untuk hasil akhir dari sistem informasi keuangan kas RT dapat diakses pada alama url kas.perajinweb.com.
Unas pocas palabras sobre Luiz Fernando Martins.
Authors: Vilela Filho Osvaldo
Published: February 2024

Unas pocas palabras sobre Luiz Fernando Martins.
New record of Theophilea subcylindricollis Hladil, 1988 in Bulgaria (Insecta: Coleoptera: Cerambycidae)
Authors: Tsvetanov Tsvetomir
Published: February 2024

Theophilea subcylindricollis Hladil, 1988 was recorded for the second time in Bulgaria. A single male specimen was found on 7 May 2023 in Vinarovo Village, Vidin Province, Northwestern Bulgaria. Photos of the specimen ex situ are presented.
Estimation of Andrographolide and Antioxidant Activities in Andrographis peniculata Commercial Products by Color Parameters
Authors: Petchpoung Krittaya , Soiklom Siriwan , Siri-Anusornsak Wipad
Published: February 2024

Andrographis paniculata (Burm.f.) Wall.ex Nees is a standing out medicinal herb. It contains a large quantity of andrographolide and wildly used a traditional herb in many countries. Andrographolide is found in all part of the plant. However, those part are different in color, active compound content and antioxidant activity. Even though, there are several methods to determine andrographolide and antioxidant. They are chemical involved, complicated and time consuming. Therefore, the objective of this study was to develop estimation method of andrograhpholide content and antioxidant activities by CIE color parameters. The result showed that range of CIE color parameters of andrographolide sample were broad with range from light greyish yellow-green to greyish dark green. Antioxidant activity was barely correlated with colors. However, andrographolide content showed moderate correlation with colors. Dark green andrographis herb contain higher andrographolide than light greyish yellow-green one. Furthermore, andrographolide content could be numerical estimated by CIELab and CIELCh color parameters. The developed estimating method were easy, rapid and no chemical involved.
HIGHLIGHTS

Andrographolide content showed moderate correlation with colors
Darker and greener andrographis herb was assumed that contain higher amount of andrographolide
Andrographolide content could be numerical estimated by CIELab and CIELCh color parameters
The estimating model were easy, rapid and no chemical involved

GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT
Los mercados tradicionales en México
Authors: Solis López Mayra Karina , Flores López María de Lourdes , Valdés Padilla Gisela
Published: February 2024

A partir de la apertura comercial, y particularmente en México, el comercio y la distribución de alimentos en mercados municipales ha sufrido modificaciones debido al libre mercado y a la entrada de multinacionales, desmantelando la producción agrícola y pecuaria y, con ello, el comercio tradicional. Por lo anterior, el objetivo del presente trabajo consiste en plantear un escenario de desarrollo local y regional partiendo de la idea de que los mercados son espacios de resistencia territorial. A partir de la base prospectiva, se realizó un análisis de fuentes secundarias, entrevistas y mesas de trabajo, se esbozó el escenario crítico y posteriormente los escenarios futuribles trasladados a narrativas, generados a partir de actores clave en el sistema alimentario. Los resultados evidencian el carácter de los mercados como espacios de resistencia; no obstante, el escenario futurible basado en la articulación y sinergia entre actores refrenda su papel en la soberanía alimentaria y el desarrollo social y económico.
Impact of IoT and AI on Smart Agriculture
Authors: Dr. Vikrant Sharma  , Dr. Jayanthila Devi
Published: February 2024

Objects acquired intelligence and the capacity to communicate as technology advanced. The Internet of Things (IoT) links common household items to the Internet, allowing them to make decisions like humans. Sensors collect real-time atmospheric data that AI algorithms use to make devices smarter. The Internet of Things has revolutionized agriculture. According to a study, 70% of India's population is dependent on agriculture, yet agriculture's importance is no longer concealed. Using technology, one can predict temperature, rainfall, humidity, fertilizer demands, and water needs. Modern agricultural approaches using IoT and AI are altering traditional farming practices and making farming profitable
Present Perfect Tense in Arabic and English: A comparative Analysis
Authors: Mudhsh Badri Abdulhakim , Al-Raimi Mohammed , Al-Maashani Ahmed
Published: February 2024

Arabic and English are members of distinct linguistic families. Arabic is a member of the Semitic group. This language has been synthesized. The Indo-European language family includes English. Commonly, it is an analytical and synthetic language. This study delves into an analytical analysis of the forms and usage of the present perfect tense (PPT) in Arabic and English based on the contrastive analysis theory (CA). The study utilized the descriptive-qualitative method to compare and analyze the data in this tense. The data utilized in this study were obtained from both prior and recent research. Based on the analysis, a tensional discrepancy exists between the Arabic and English languages, specifically concerning the present perfect tense. In Arabic, in contrast to English, it employs a variety of particles and adverbials to denote temporal reference. The perfective aspect in Arabic conveys abstract temporal characteristics. The formation of the present perfect tense in Arabic involves the use of the particles /qad or laqad/ before the perfective verb. On the other hand, English present perfect tense is constructed by combining the subject with the auxiliary verb “have” or “has” and the past participle form of the main verb. Finally, the realization of this particular tense in the English language poses a significant challenge due to the absence of a clear translation or equivalent in other linguistic systems, especially Arabic.
Planificación jerárquica de movimientos de un robot trepador bípedo en estructuras tridimensionales reticulares
Authors: Fabregat-Jaén Marc , Peidró Adrián , Mollá-Santamaría Paula , Soler Francisco José , Reinoso Oscar
Published: February 2024

Los robots trepadores deben ser capaces de navegar autónomamente estructuras tridimensionales reticulares para evitar que operarios humanos se expongan a riesgos significativos al realizar tareas de mantenimiento en tales escenarios. Para dotarlos de esta capacidad, este artículo introduce un algoritmo de planificación jerárquica de movimientos para robots trepadores bípedos. A diferencia de las técnicas convencionales, nuestro algoritmo descompone el problema global en varios subproblemas, cada uno dedicado a gestionar aspectos específicos del proceso de generar una secuencia de puntos de adhesión. De forma inicial, se planifica la ruta global, que incluye la secuencia de caras que se atravesarán para alcanzar el punto designado, y qué puntos de transición se emplearan para cambiar de una cara a otra de la secuencia. Posteriormente, se calcula el camino que deberá recorrer el robot a lo largo de cada una de las caras que conforman la ruta global. Para la validación del método presentado, se incluyen imágenes y vídeo en un entorno de simulación.
“Ano passado eu morri, mas esse ano eu não morro”: o que teremos pela frente em 2023?
Authors: Triches Jocemara , Carvalho de Carvalho Diana , Faggion Bergmann Juliana Cristina , Torriglia Patricia Laura
Published: February 2024

Editorial do Volume  41, número 1, 2023 da revista Perspectiva
Seção Artigos de Demanda Contínua
Desastres ambientais: uma realidade que se faz cada vez mais presente
Authors: Carvalho de Carvalho Diana , Triches Jocemara , Faggion Bergmann Juliana Cristina , Torriglia Patricia Laura
Published: February 2024

Editorial do Volume  41, número 3, 2023 da revista Perspectiva
Seção Artigos de Demanda Contínua