bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Avaliação morfológica da glândula pineal de éguas em atividade reprodutiva e em anestro fisiológico
Authors: Resende Henrique Ribeiro Alves de , Almeida João Vitor Fernandes Cotrim de , Coelho João Bosco Costa , Gonzaga Lucas Wamser Fonseca , Ferrante Marcos , Liberti Edson Aparecido , Blazquez Francisco Javier Hernandez , Alonso Luciano da Silva , Costa Wirton Peixoto , Prada Irvênia Luiza de Santis
Published: September 2022

A glândula pineal (GP), integrante do epitálamo, mostra-se sensível à luz e, nos vertebrados, secreta melatonina, na ausência de luminosidade. Este hormônio parece interferir na adaptação das funções reprodutivas às condições de luminosidade, especialmente, em animais que se reproduzem sazonalmente como os equinos, possibilitando o parto em épocas de clima mais quente e favorável à disponibilidade de alimentos. Diante disso, objetivou-se avaliar e descrever os componentes ultraestruturais da GP de 24 éguas, distribuídas em duas fases: estação de monta e anestro fisiológico, cada uma com 2 grupos (3-8 e 15-20 anos). A GP foi retirada após o abate dos animais e processada em etapas de fixação, secções histológicas e colorações. A análise do material processado foi realizada utilizando-se microscopia de luz e de transmissão. Os dados foram submetidos à análise estatística. A GP foi encontrada no plano sagital mediano, dorsocaudalmente à aderência intertalâmica e ventralmente ao esplênio do corpo caloso, apresentando formato ovoide ou piriforme. Estava envolvida por cápsula de tecido conjuntivo, da qual partem septos que, acompanhados por vasos sanguíneos, dividem o parênquima em lóbulos. Os principais componentes glandulares foram pinealócitos e astrócitos. Concreções calcárias foram evidenciadas no núcleo e no citoplasma de pinealócitos, bem como no espaço extracelular de todas as GPs, independentemente da idade e/ou fase reprodutiva. Por outro lado, animais em anestro fisiológico apresentaram maior número de pinealócitos.
Tratamento de constrição em membros pélvicos associado a splay leg em filhote de Psittacara leucophthalmus
Authors: Freitas Sofia Silva La Rocca de , Silva Maria Estela Mendes da , Albuquerque Maria Priscilla Borges , Silva Ray César , Silva Thais Aparecida , Bandarra Márcio de Barros
Published: September 2022

O splay leg é um desvio lateral de pernas de etiologia multifatorial. O objetivo do presente trabalho é relatar um caso de tratamento conservativo com fisioterapia de constrição de membros pélvicos associado a splay leg em um filhote de psitaciforme. Foi atendido no setor de animais silvestres do Hospital Veterinário da UFU um exemplar jovem da espécie Psittacara leucophthalmus com lesões ulceradas em membros pélvicos e na asa esquerda e splay leg acentuado. Foram realizadas radiografias, e iniciado fisioterapia com tratamento das feridas ulceradas, que perdurou por 45 dias, sendo possível obter melhora clínica do quadro.
Midazolam ou fentanil para co-indução de anestesia com propofol em cadelas pré-medicadas com acepromazina-morfina
Authors: Souza Matheus Fernandes de , Peixoto Anna Julia Rodrigues , Corrêa Clarice Gonring , Fernandes Maria Eduarda dos Santos Lopes , Oliveira Juliana , Gomes Viviane Horta , Coelho Cassia Maria Molinaro , Silva Marta Fernanda Albuquerque da
Published: September 2022

O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar a capacidade do midazolam e do fentanil em reduzir da dose de indução do propofol e a qualidade de indução de cadelas pré-medicadas com acepromazina (0,03 mg/kg) e morfina (0,3 mg/kg). Trinta minutos após a administração da pré-medicação (T30) foram avaliadas a frequência cardíaca (FC) e respiratória (FR), pressão arterial sistólica (PAS), temperatura retal (TR). Em seguida, os cães foram aleatoriamente designados a receber um dos três tratamentos (n = 8): midazolam-propofol (grupo MP), fentanil-propofol (grupo FP) ou solução salina-propofol (grupo SP). Imediatamente após a administração do agente de co-indução, a anestesia foi induzida com propofol IV (2 mg/kg/minuto). A dose de propofol necessária para a intubação orotraqueal, a qualidade da indução e a ocorrência de efeitos indesejáveis foram registradas. Em T30, foi observado incremento sedativo nos grupos MP, FP e SP em relação ao momento basal (P < 0,05). Em T30, foi observada diminuição na FC, PAS e TR em relação ao basal (P < 0,05). Não houve diferença entre os grupos em relação aos escores de sedação, FC, FR, PAS, TR, dose de indução do propofol e qualidade de indução anestésica (P > 0,05). Foi observada apneia em quatro cães do grupo MP e em dois cães do grupo FP. Um cão do grupo MP apresentou rigidez muscular. Nas doses utilizadas, o midazolam e fentanil não foram capazes de reduzir a dose de indução do propofol em cães pré-medicados com acepromazina-morfina. A qualidade de indução anestésica foi excelente, com possível ocorrência de apneia e rigidez muscular. A associação acepromazina-morfina resulta em sedação de leve a moderada, e diminuição da FC, PAS e TR.
Correção cirúrgica de otohematoma em suíno na cidade de Barra, Bahia: Relato de caso
Authors: Damásio Gabriel Portugal Magalhães , Santos Victória Ranna Dias dos , Silva Milene Costa da , Sousa Laert Mateus Martins de , Nogueira Tâmara Medeiros , Cardoso Joana de Souza , Dias Patrícia Brandão Araújo , Lopes Jaine Mendes
Published: September 2022

Esse estudo tem como objetivo relatar um caso de correção cirúrgica de otohematoma em um suíno, macho, raça Piau, um ano de idade, pesando 70 kg, em uma propriedade rural da cidade de Barra, Bahia. O otohematoma é uma alteração patológica que tem como principal característica o grande acúmulo de sangue flutuante na região côncava do pavilhão auricular, podendo ser causado por traumas, movimentos bruscos ou ocasionados por inflamações, tumores ou pólipos no canal auditivo. É diagnosticado principalmente pelo exame físico geral e específico. Possui ocorrência na espécie suína; porém, pouco relatado na literatura, no qual encontra-se uma quantidade maior de relatos direcionados para outras espécies. O animal tinha como finalidade ser utilizado como reprodutor, possuía histórico de incidência de dor, desconforto na orelha esquerda e havia reduzido a ingestão de alimentos. Durante o exame clínico, observou-se que os parâmetros fisiológicos estavam normais para a espécie. No exame específico, pela palpação, identificou-se presença de conteúdo entre a face epitelial e cartilaginosa da orelha esquerda e cicatrizes causadas por tentativas de drenagem feitas pelo tratador anteriormente. A partir das análises, foi confirmado o diagnóstico de otohematoma, tratado por meio de intervenção cirúrgica, fazendo drenagem do conteúdo presente, com posterior utilização de sutura captonada. Em conclusão, a correção do otohematoma foi realizada com sucesso, proporcionando melhor qualidade de vida para o animal, que voltou a desempenhar suas atividades normalmente.
Struktur Komunitas Mangrove di Pesisir Pantai Cemara Selatan Kabupaten Lombok Barat sebagai Bahan Penyusunan Modul Ekologi
Authors: Safnowandi Safnowandi
Published: September 2022

This type of research is comparative descriptive and development research. The results showed that there were 4 species of mangroves found in sandy and muddy substrates, namely: 1) Rhizophora apiculata; 2) Rhizophora mucronata; 3) Avicennia alba; and 4) Sonneratia alba. The abundance of mangrove plants on sandy substrate is Sonneratia alba as many as 215 species. Meanwhile, the muddy substrate was Rhizhophora mucronata with 182 species. Mangrove diversity is low, with the diversity index value in the sandy substrate of 0.023 - 0.612 and in the muddy substrate 0.138 - 0.433. The closeness of mangroves is also classified as low with a range of closeness index values ​​in the sandy substrate from 0.005 to 0.153 and in the muddy substrate from 0.034 to 0.108. For species dominance, it is only found in sandy substrates, namely Sonneratia alba species which are classified into moderate dominance. As for the validation results of teaching materials in the form of an ecology module, based on the results of the validation of teaching materials experts and validation of content and material experts, the results were 87.55% with very good qualifications. With the results of the validation, the teaching material in the form of an ecology module is suitable for use without revision.
PENGEMBANGAN HANDOUT BERBASIS KONTEKSTUAL PADA MATERI JARINGAN HEWAN KELAS XI IPA SMA NEGERI 1 SENDANA
Authors: Marina Marina
Published: September 2022

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Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pengembangan yang bertujuan untuk menghasilkan handout jaringan hewan sebagai bahan ajar biologi yang valid dan praktis. Pengembangan dilakukan dengan menggunakan model ADDIE yang terdiri dari: analysis, design, development, implementation dan evaluation. Desain awal draf divalidasi oleh ahli kemudian dianalisis. Selanjutnya dilakukan uji terbatas di SMA Negeri 1 Sendana Kelas XI IPA 2 berjumlah 7 peserta didik. Data dikumpulkan dengan observasi dan angket. Hasil penelitian: (1) Validitas handout jaringan hewan dari segi desain 87% dan dari segi materi 84% merupakan kategori valid. (2) Praktikalitas handout jaringan hewan berdasarkan respon guru 83% dan respon peserta didik 91% merupakan kategori praktis. Jadi dapat disimpulkan bahwa handout jaringan hewan sebagai bahan ajar telah memenuhi kategori valid dan praktis. Kata Kunci: Pengembangan, Handout, & kontekstual
PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR KOGNITIF MAHASISWA DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN ROLE PLAYING
Authors: Sari Tri maniarta , Ernawati  , Ardianto
Published: September 2022

Penelitian ini merupakan penerapan model pembelajaran Role Playing dengan tujuan untuk melihat peningkatan keterampilan hasil belajar kognitif mahasiswa yang telah dibelajarkan. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka. Subjek dari penelitian ini yaitu mahasiswa angkatan 2018 kelas A yang menempuh matakuliah Biokimia dengan jumlah mahasiswa sebanyak 32 orang.  Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian dengan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK). Data hasil belajar kognitif diperoleh dari hasil tes essay yang didukung hasil observasi, dan pengerjaan LKM.  Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa  model pembelajaran Role Playing mampu meningkatkan hasil belajar kognitif mahasiswa.
Pengembangan Bahan Ajar Konsep Sistem Peredaran Darah Manusia Biologi SMA Dalam Bentuk Booklet Digital
Authors: Aziza Aziza Safitri
Published: September 2022

Konsep Sistem Peredaran Darah Manusia memiliki materi yang kompleks, melibatkan proses-proses tertentu dan saling berhubungan sehingga memerlukan bahan ajar untuk mengatasi kesulitan peserta didik. Booklet digital merupakan salah satu bahan ajar yang sesuai dengan kurikulum 2013 dan mampu meningkatkan pemahaman peserta didik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan kesesuaian, kelayakan, keterbacaan, dan respon peserta didik terhadap bahan ajar konsep Sistem Peredaran Darah Manusia Biologi SMA dalam bentuk booklet digital. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian dan pengembangan yang menggunakan model 4D oleh Thiagarajan et al. [1] dengan tahapan Define, Design, Develop, dan Disseminate yang dimodifikasi sesuai keperluan. Subjek uji kesesuaian dan kelayakan terdiri atas 3 orang ahli. Subjek uji keterbacaan dan respon peserta didik terdiri atas 9 orang peserta didik kelas XI MIPA SMA. Data diperoleh dari penilaian kesesuaian, kelayakan, keterbacaan, dan respon peserta didik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa bahan ajar konsep Sistem Peredaran Darah Manusia Biologi SMA dalam bentuk booklet digital yang dikembangkan memperoleh nilai kesesuaian sebesar 4,61 yang tergolong sangat sesuai, memperoleh nilai kelayakan sebesar 4,71 yang tergolong sangat layak, memperoleh nilai keterbacaan sebesar 4,56 yang tergolong sangat baik dan memperoleh nilai respon peserta didik sebesar 4,58 yang tergolong sangat baik.
A new mite genus Caenolestomyobia gen. nov. (Acariformes: Myobiidae) from marsupials of the genus Caenolestes (Paucituberculata: Caenolestidae)
Authors: Bochkov A.V. , OConnor B.M.
Published: September 2022

A new mite genus Caenolestomyobia gen. nov. (Myobiidae: Archemyobiinae) with two new species, C. lukoschusi sp. nov. (type species) ex Caenolestes fuliginosus (Paucituberculata: Caenolestidae) from Ecuador and C. faini sp. nov. ex Caenolestes caniventer from Peru, are described. The new genus differs from other two genera of the subfamily, Archemyobia and Dromicimyobia by the structure of the internal attaching organ of genua I. Additionally, in Caenolestomyobia, setae f2 and h2 are delayed to adults, and in males, setae c2 are located on the genital shield. The new genus differs also from Archemyobia by the presence of lateral notches on the gnathosoma and by the absence of the second claw on tarsi III and IV. It differs from Dromicimyobia by the absence of setae 3b, 3c, 4b, and 4c in males. Species of the new genus differs from each other by the following characters. In males of C. faini sp. nov., setae e1 are 2.1–2.3 times longer than c2, the apices of setae c2 almost reach the level of seta e2 bases; in tritonymphs, setae f1 are shorter than e2, their length ratio is 1: 1.2–1.7. In males of C. lukoschusi sp. nov., setae e1 only 1.1 times longer than c2, the apices of setae c2 far distant from the level of seta e2 bases; in tritonymphs, setae f1 are longer than e2, their length ratio is 1.1–1.4: 1.
Production of late age stages in Oithona similis (Copepoda: Cyclopoida) in Kola Bay (Barents Sea)
Authors: Dvoretsky V.G. , Dvoretsky A.G.
Published: September 2022

The seasonal dynamic of production parameters in copepodites IV–V and adults of the common planktonic crustacean Oithona similis was investigated in Kola Bay of the Barents Sea during 2004–2005. The mean annual abundance was 1565±132 ind m–2. The mean body size increased since December reaching the maximum in May. The maximum egg production rate (1.703 egg female–1 day–1) and specific egg production rate (0.0381 day–1) were recorded in July 2005. Annual integrated production depended on the methods for calculation and varied from 3294 to 9064, averaging 5557±257 ?gC m–2 year–1. The production rates of congeneric species in temperate seas were higher significantly probably due to increased water temperature and favorable food conditions.
The Question of Culpability in Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra
Authors: Said Sali
Published: September 2022

‘Is Antony or we in fault for this?’ Cleopatra asks Enobarbus, who is responsible for the loss at the Battle of Actium. Critics who find Cleopatra guilty take her supposed involvement in decision-making about the battlefield and escape from Actium as evidence of her culpability. Taking into consideration Antony’s strong belief in Fate, this article proposes that Antony tacitly exculpates Cleopatra for his vanquishment in Actium and that Cleopatra’s ‘flight’ is actually a tactical retreat rather than an action performed out of fear. This article also focuses on Cleopatra’s relationship with her servants, which has received almost no critical attention. Drawing on the politeness and the speech act theories, I demonstrate how democratic, humble and grateful Cleopatra is in her treatment of her attendants.
Reflecting upon Coriolanus as Being-in-and-for-Mother through the Gaze of Existential Semiotics
Authors: Mousavi Maryamossadat , Abbasi Pyeaam
Published: September 2022

This study applies Tarasti’s existential semiotics, arguing that the protagonist of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus (c. 1608) develops into a becoming subject through transcendental acts of negation and affirmation. First, Coriolanus discovers himself amidst Dasein’s objective signs. Coriolanus is then thrown into negation as experiencing humiliation, when his already-established ascendency to consulship is destroyed by conspiracy. His movement, however, persists and follows affirmation, whereby he finds a supra-individual signification. Furthermore, the study portrays, through Z-model, subjectivity phases leading Coriolanus from M1 to S1. It reasons that Coriolanus’s mother, Volumnia, as a transcendental idea or pre-sign, intrudes into the Dasein of the whole of Rome, becoming ‘actualised’ as an act-sign, precluding Coriolanus’s war against Rome through her speech and prostration. Besides, Volumnia’s impact as a post-sign pertains to Coriolanus’s noble embrace of his death. The article concludes that Coriolanus, through acknowledgement of M(Other)’s opinions, validating his genuine self, eventually emerges as a geno-sign.
Titus and Coriolanus in Tehran
Authors: Javanian Mohammadreza Hassanzadeh
Published: September 2022

Adaptations of Shakespeare’s Roman plays have frequently addressed political topics at the time of their production. As a result, Shakespeare’s Rome, already a site of political conflict and power struggle, has found different and at times opposing significations in its new contexts. The present study is set to explore how two recent adaptations of the Roman plays in Iran, There Will Be Blood (2019, based on Titus Andronicus) and Coriolanus (2019 and 2020), have situated Shakespeare’s texts in Iran’s contemporary political context. The study argues that Shakespeare’s Roman plays have created a platform for Iranian theatre directors to address the political issues and debates in Iran, a country in which it is extremely difficult to produce a political play. Jürgen Habermas’s idea of legitimation crisis and Ernesto Laclau’s concept of the empty signifier underpin the analysis of the adaptations.
The Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Minerals in India: An Overview
Authors: Barman Dilip
Published: September 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused global disruption in various segments as of early 2020. sector is one of them in India. India is endowed with major and minor minerals. These minerals are used as raw materials for manufacturing as well as for construction purposes. For instance, the supply of minerals has a negative effect in this pandemic. For instance, the lockdown effect smashed the global supply chains, factory closures, etc. On the demand side, the closure of non-essential economic activities has significantly reduced consumption. The study tries to explore the mineral resources available in India and the effect of COVID-19 on mineral production in the financial year 2020–21. The outcome shows that the pandemic and the country's wide lockdown have negatively impacted on mineral production and national income.
Prevalence of Flat Foot in College Going Students: A Cross Sectional Study
Authors: Khadanga Golak Bihari , Kumar Pravin
Published: September 2022

Background: A healthy foot is vital for good posture and ambulation. Flatfoot or pes planus is a medical condition defined by the absence or lowered medial longitudinal arch, with Osseo-ligamentous misalignment. The objective of this study was to find out the prevalence of flat foot in college-going students aged between 18 to 25 years by using navicular drop and medial longitudinal arch angle assessment methods. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 205 volunteers (116 male and 89 female) were assessed for flat foot using Brody’s navicular drop test and medial longitudinal arch angle measurement with an age range of 18-25 years. The navicular drop of ≥ 10mm and medial longitudinal arch angle of < 130° were considered flat feet. Results: The mean age of the total population (n=205) was 23.30 ± 1.63 years. The result of this study showed that when we used the ND test, there was a prevalence of flat foot in 20% of the total population (for males: 21.55%; for females: 17.97%) whereas when we used MLAA measurement, there was the prevalence of 5.36% in total population (for males: 5.17%; for females: 5.61%). Conclusion: The results of this study quantified the prevalence of flat foot in young college-going students. It can be concluded from the result of this study that the prevalence of flat foot in college-going students was 20% when using the navicular drop test whereas 5.61% when using medial longitudinal arch angle measurement.
Essential Emergency Critical Care (EECC) Related Research Articles: A Literature Review
Authors: Singh Gurjeet
Published: September 2022

The emergency department deals with many critical cases daily being surgical or medical based. Waiting times for the critically ill patients in the emergency departments are increasing because of surge capacities especially during these challenging covid-19 times1. Applying an evidence based approach to the management of critically ill patients is important to ensure the risk and benefit ratio of treating patients is preserved2. Critical care evidence based p[practice can be found via many resources and easily via web based in a computerised hospital management system3. In order to transform the emergency department into an essential emergency critical care management centre, it must also incorporate evidence based practices to ensure the most appropriate treatment be instituted in our patients4. Education also plays an important role in improving services in the emergency department making it evidenced based and incorporation of research related evidence will help justify treatments and management of the critically ill5. In this article we discuss research articles that we believe can be essential to improve critical care services in the emergency departments.
Use of the peroxidase enzyme to diagnose the resistance of grape varieties (Vitis vinifera L.) to low temperatures
Authors: Kiseleva G. K. , Ilyina I. A. , Petrov V. S. , Zaporozhets N. M. , Sokolova V. V. , Vyalkov V. V.
Published: September 2022

Despite the global trend of the increase in average annual air temperatures observed in recent years, the recurrence of stressful negative temperatures in winter has increased in the southern region of the Russian Federation, and, therefore, the problems of grape frost resistance remain relevant. Low-temperature stresses lead to serious damage and a decrease in vine yields. In order to distinguish the most resistant grape varieties, it is necessary to carry out plant research on the physiological and biochemical level. The paper presents the results of research related to the study of resistance to low negative temperatures of grape varieties of different ecological and geographical groups according to the activity of peroxidase enzyme and its isoforms. The research objects were grape varieties (interspecific hybrids) of European-American origin – Dostoyny, Krasnostop AZOS, Vostorg; of Western European origin – Aligote; of Eastern European origin – Zarif; of Euro-Amur-American origin – Kristall. The study was aimed at exploring the activity of peroxidase and its isoforms and, based on the research results, identifying grape varieties most resistant to low temperatures under the conditions of the southern region of Russia. According to the obtained data on peroxidase activity and electrophoretic separation of peroxidases in polyacrylamide gel, most resistant and less resistant grape varieties to low negative temperatures were identified. The resistant varieties Kristall, Krasnostop AZOS, Vostorg were characterized by a weak increase in peroxidase activity during autumn-winter period (1.1-1.4 times), higher number of isoforms, and their qualitative composition. The less resistant grape varieties Dostoyny, Aligote, and Zarif were characterized by a greater increase in peroxidase activity (1.7- 2.4 times), a small number of isoforms, and their disappearance under conditions of artificial stress. Based on the results, it can be concluded that the study of peroxidase activity and changes in isoperoxidase spectrum in grapevine shoots can be used as diagnostic criteria for assessment of grape varieties for their resistance to low negative temperatures in winter period.
Biochemical characteristics of small-fruited citrus from distant crosses with Fortunella Sw.
Authors: Kulyan R. V. , Konnov N. A. , Belous O. G.
Published: September 2022

Small-fruited citrus such as Fortunella Sw are becoming popular among a large variety of citrus fruits. Resistance, repeat flowering capacity, abundant fruiting combined with dwarfness, as well as the nutritional value of the fruits promote the use of the plants in hybridization to create new genotypes. The paper presents the quality characteristics of fruits of small-fruited hybrid forms derived from interspecific hybridization with Fortunella Margarita as the mother plant. The objects of the study were five promising forms: 202; 78; 90-3; Kip-14, Kalamondin-1, bred from interspecific hybridization under the auspices of the FRC SSC RAS. A brief pomological description of the size of the fruits and the juice extraction is presented in the paper. Moreover, two promising forms were established: 78 and 202. Kip-14 was distinguished by the smallest fruits with a mass of about 6.8 g and a thin skin. The study of the chemical composition of small-fruited hybrids showed that they were rich in vitamins, sugars and acids. In terms of quantity, sucrose predominates; its greatest amount was identified in the forms of Kalamondin-1 (38.09 g/kg), 78 (36.94 g/kg) and 202 (35.30 g/kg). It was revealed that in terms of sugar content, all hybrids were inferior to the original mother plant. 78 and Kip-14 were characterized by high content of soluble solids – more than 17%. 8 organic acids were identified in the fruits of the hybrids. Among the main organic acids, citric acid was dominant, the hybrid 202 – 6.53 g/100 g was indicated with high values of it. Kalamondin-1 had the highest amount of malic, succinic, acetic, lactic and oxalic acids. In terms of ascorbic acid, the hybrid Kip-14 was the leader (37.23 mg/100 g), and the fruits of this form were rich in sorbic acid (0.005 g/100 g). The largest amount of lactic acid (0.10 g/100 g) was observed in 90-3 hybrid. Fruits of 202 and Kip-14 did not contain oxalic acid.
Current status and prospects of raspberry breeding
Authors: Evdokimenko S. N. , Podgaetskiy M. A.
Published: September 2022

Raspberries are among the most popular berries on the market; therefore, interest in this crop is constantly growing. Raspberries are cultivated in more than 50 countries around the world, and this number is increasing. The steady expansion of raspberry cultivation and yields is due to the scientific support of the industry with new cultivation technologies and varieties. The present study was aimed at revealing difficulties and problems in raspberry breeding and identifying current tendencies and development trends. The paper provides a brief overview of raspberry production in the world, as well as an analysis of active breeding programs in Russia and abroad. The features of the breeding tasks are considered depending on the regions of cultivation. The main problems, methods used, source materials and breeding achievements are presented. It is revealed that the overall purpose of breeding programs is to obtain productive varieties with high adaptation to abiotic and biotic stressors, suitable for various cultivation technologies and having excellent fruit quality. It was found that despite the successes achieved in raspberry breeding, at present there is still lack of varieties with high adaptation to the environment and very early or late-ripening varieties, allowing to extend the period of consumption of fresh berries, as well as lack of high-tech industrial varieties suitable for contemporary cultivation technologies, and varieties with required commodity and consumer properties. The prospects of raspberry breeding for the coming years are considered. It is shown that in order to achieve the strategic objectives in breeding, it is necessary to enrich the cultivated gene pool of raspberry with new inclusions of wild species of Rubus. This requires the cooperation and coordination of all breeding programs for the expansion and exchange of genetic resources. In order to accelerate the breeding process, it is necessary to actively use a large set of biotechnological methods tested and well-proven on berry crops. Wider use of molecular-genetic methods is essential to significantly increase the speed and accuracy of breeding.
Development and Validation of Students' Learning Experiences (SLE) Scale at Higher Education Level
Authors: Ihsan Muhammad , Farooq Muhammad Shahid
Published: September 2022

This study aimed at the development and validation of a research instrument for students learning experiences (SLE) at the higher education level in the public sector universities of Punjab, Pakistan. Data were collected on three constructs as students learning experiences inside the classroom,outside the classroom and on-campus. The factors in students learning experiences inside the classroom factors like teacher interaction, assessment and feedback, and peer group discussion were measured. The factors of outside classroom learning experiences as cultural diversity, library and learning resources and conferences, seminars and webinars were measured. The simple random sampling technique was applied in the department of education,psychology and sociology in six public universities in Punjab to collect data.The tryout of the instrument was conducted on 200 students' samples to measure the content validity and reliability. The expert opinion was sought from the University of Sargodha and the University of Punjab Lahore. The Cronbach alpha reliability was .95, which showed the instrument is reliable.Having pilot tested the instrument. Data were collected from 1024 male and female students. The questionnaire comprised 42 items. Structure Equation Model (SEM) was used to validate the instrument using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). The Cronbach alpha and SEM results indicated that students learning experiences resulted in fit indices as an acceptable model.
Influence of Ethical Leadership on DSIW of Employees: A Study on Healthcare Workers
Authors: Ilyas Sehrish , Abid Ghulam
Published: September 2022

COVID-19 has brought severe impacts on societies for a protracted period of time. The purpose of the current study is to examine the antecedents of societal behavior in employees to enable them to bring positive change to societal well-being through their work. Drawing on the signalling theory, the current study investigated the association between ethical leadership and the desire to have a significant impact through work (DSIW) via the mediating role of perceived organizational support (POS). Data were collected through doctors and nurses delivering their services in the health sector in large cities of Pakistan. The findings of the current study envisaged that ethical leadership style has a direct influence on the DSIW of employees. Moreover, study findings show that POS plays a vital role in ascertaining the association between ethical leadership style and employees' DSIW. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed in light of the study findings.
Posthumanism and Dystopian Biotechnologies: A Subtext of Ideological Maneuvering and Construction of Imploded Identities in Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go
Authors: Shaheen Muhammad Mahmood Ahmad , Saeed Sohail Ahmad , Naeem Ahmad
Published: September 2022

Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go (Never) exposes the oppressive role of ideology in imploding human identity through societal training, education, and the social roles of clones in the human world. Cloning is another marvel of biotechnology which has given birth to many optimistic as well as pessimistic narratives. The post human narrative is central to dystopia as it tends to put forward the regressive use of biotechnology that has the potential to disrupt the essential human identity and implement a sort of reduction-ism which manifest gratification and conformity. The desire to indoctrinate conformity indicates the late capitalistic tactics of commodification which results in an identity implosion. The paper asserts that ideological maneuvering and construction of imploded identities are exhibited through dystopian bio-technologies in the agency of post humanism, which represent com-modified identity politics. The post human, in this context, serves as the Other of stratified human identity.
The Work Engagement and Job Characteristics: Systematic Review and Guidelines for Future Avenues
Authors: Gull Maryam , Ahmed Aliya , Hassan Sobia
Published: September 2022

This systematic review of forty articles aims to synthesise the increasing number of work done on work engagement and job characteristics by analysing the preferred sources from 2017 to 2021. The research studies were carefully chosen according to the researcher's inclusion criteria. The all-encompassing review of the literature has included an introduction,significance, and review of 'job characteristics theory, 'job demand theory', and elaborates innovative definition of 'work engagement' in the light of the literature review. The analyses were performed in terms of annual scientific production, most relevant sources, Bradford's law, source growth, tree map, and word dynamics through biblioshiny. MS Excel was used to evaluate the research studies. This systematic review will be beneficial to organisations and policymakers to plan the characteristics of jobs effectively to promote employee participation. Emphasis on the employees' work engagement and job characteristics will support apprehending the dream of a perfect workplace.
The Effects of Devaluation of Currency on Economic Growth: The Mediating Role of Remittances
Authors: Ali Naveed , Hassan Izhar Ul , Wahab Abdul
Published: September 2022

This study looks into how the devaluation of the Pakistani currency affected remittances (REM) and economic growth (EG) in Pakistan. The study also looks at how REM affects the link between the devaluation of the currency and the growth of the economy in Pakistan Over the course of 45 years, from 1972 to 2016. The study uses Autoregressive Distributive Lag Model (ARDL) for examining the relationship. This study uses sensitivity analysis and chooses among different econometric techniques, which take into account the endogeneity problem. The results show that remittances partially mediate the relationship between the devaluation of currency and economic growth.Moreover, a one unit rise in REM leads to a 0.47 unit decrease in EG.
EFFECTS OF FISH CAGE AQUACULTURE ON WATER QUALITY IN LAKE VICTORIA, KENYA.
Authors: Mwirigi Naftaly Mwangi
Published: September 2022

Aquaculture is one of the practices that is projected to contribute to food security and the realization of UNDP SDG 2: Zero Hunger, by 2030. However, developing countries of which Kenya is no exception, are faced with the challenge of the impact of aquaculture practices on the environment (FAO, 2006). High amount of discharges which include waste food and faeces, nutrients, and in some instances medication and pesticide residues are released from cage farms. The impact of these effluents on the receiving environment depend largely on the quantity of waste discharged, the time period at which the discharge takes place, the ability of the environment to absorb the discharges and the rate at which the receiving water body is able to flush the effluent.
STUDY OF MODIFICATION OF SODIUM MONTMORILLONITE FROM THE DARBAZINSK DEPOSIT
Authors: Smailov B.M. , Kydyralyeva А.Sh. , Beisenbayev O.K. , Issabayev N. N. , Azimov А.M. , Issa A.B. , Assanova A.R.
Published: September 2022

This article provides information about the possibility of studying modified sodium montmorillonite obtained on the basis of bentonite clays from the Darbazinsky deposit in order to use it as a modifier for the production of polymer composite materials. In the course of experimental studies, it was revealed that a feature of the structure of montmorillonite is that weakly bound water molecules are located between the layers and due to this the crystal lattice is mobile. The results of experimental studies of the modification of montmorillonite in the presence of sodium at a temperature of 353 K, characterized by high values of cation exchange, are presented and it is determined that the modified montmorillonite is 95 mg-eq/100 g with an average diameter of silicate plates ~ 77 nm, which are suitable as a modifier for the production of composite polymer materials
STUDY OF BINARY AND TERNARY COMPLEXES OF MERCAPTOSUCCINIC ACID AND L-ORNITHINE WITH ESSENTIAL METAL IONS IN ETHYLENE GLYCOL-WATER MEDIA
Authors: Swamy G. Rama , Kumar N. Vijay , G. Manikandan
Published: September 2022

During this study, the stability constants of the metals with mercaptosuccinic acid (MSA) and L-ornithine (L-Orn), as well as their ternary system have been studied in 0-60% ethylene glycol (EG)-water medium using the Metrohm 877 titrino plus auto-titrator between a pH ranges 0-14 at a temperature of 298 K. The modified Calvin-Wilson titration method was used to figure out the relative compositions of chemical species that were formed with metal ions and ligands. The MINIQUAD75 computer program was used to figure out the stability constants of the complexes. Some statistics have been discussed about the formed binary metal complexes and their ternary system, as well. The structures were proposed based on the observations.
ENHANCING THE DEGRADATION POTENTIAL OF INDIGO CARMINE BY A MEDIATED ELECTROCHEMICAL OXIDATION USING Ce4+ MEDIATOR AND Ag+ CATALYST IONS
Authors: H. Setiyanto  , V. Saraswaty  , Firdausy G.L. , Setiyorini D.A. , Zulfikar M. A.
Published: September 2022

Wastewater runoff containing hazardous dyes must be treated properly before being discharged into the environment. Indigo carmine (IC), a kind of dye, has been recognized to be potentially toxic. In this work, mediated electrochemical oxidation (MEO) using cerium (Ce4+) mediator ions incorporated with an Ag+ catalyst ion was tested to treat IC solution in a reactor as a simulation. The experimental results demonstrated that the IC molecules can be degraded quickly in a relatively short time by MEO. It was clearly shown that the degradation performance of IC by MEO was affected by the Ce2(SO4)3 concentration, working potential, time, and catalyst ion concentration as well. In addition, the high percentage recovery of Ce4+ proves the reusability of Ce4+ as a mediator ion. As an outstanding result, the percentage degradation of IC using Ce4+ /Ag+ ions was remarkably higher than that without Ce4+ mediator ions (100% vs 2%). In summary, our work suggests that MEO using a combination of Ce4+ mediator and Ag+ catalyst ion has great potential to improve the wastewater quality
ПІДВИЩЕННЯ ФУНКЦІОНАЛЬНОЇ БЕЗПЕКИ ПРОТИПОЖЕЖНОГО КОНТУРУ АВТОМАТИЗОВАНОЇ СИСТЕМИ
Authors: Савенко Олег , Корецька Людмила , Хома Денис
Published: September 2022

В роботі наведено результати досліджень надійності, функціональної безпеки протипожежного контуру автоматизованої системи та встановлено основні методи зменшення ймовірності виходу з ладу контуру із використанням резервуванням елементів автоматизованої системи.
Fluoxetine plus lithium for treatment of mental health impairment in Long Covid
Authors: Fessel Jeffrey
Published: September 2022

Mental disability is a serious and often disabling symptom of Long Covid, for which currently there is no recommendable pharmacotherapy for those patients whose response to psychotherapy is suboptimal. Treatment could be formulated by using drugs that address the brain cell-types that have been demonstrated as dominantly affected in Long Covid. Those cell-types are astrocytes, oligodendrocytes, endothelial cells/pericytes, and microglia. Lithium and fluoxetine each address all of those four cell-types. They should be administered in combination for both depth of benefit and reduction of dosages. Low dosage of each is likely to be well-tolerated and to cause neither adverse events (AE) nor serious adverse events (SAE).
The Effect of Planning a Family-based Sensory Diet on Children With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors:   Department of Psychology and Education of Exceptional Children, Faculty of Literature, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran., Shabdini Shila
Published: September 2022

Background and Objectives: The present study was conducted to determine the effect of a family-based sensory diet program on children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In this program, parents were directed to use activities stimulating the vestibular, deep, tactile, visual, and auditory senses to maintain the children’s focus and organized consciousness. Methods: This research was a quasi-experimental study with a Pretest-Posttest design with an experimental group. Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-IV) and Conners’ parent rating scale were used to measure the study variables. The study’s statistical population included all children with ADHD aged 6-12 years referred to Hasti, Bahar, and Masir-e Sabz health clinics in 2020. Of them, 30 participants were selected through a convenience sampling method. Results: Based on the analysis of covariance (ANCOVA), the obtained F values of attention deficit and hyperactivity were significant at a level less than 0.05. So the test hypothesis is accepted, and family-based sensory diet sessions effectively reduce ADHD symptoms in these children. Conclusion: According to the findings and the degree of effectiveness, implementing the sensory diet program by the child’s family can effectively reduce ADHD symptoms.
Analysis of Postmortem Examination in Exhumed Cases Done in and Around Bangalore, India for 10 Years: A Retrospective Study
Authors:   Department of Forensic Medicine, Victoria Hospital,Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, Karnataka, India., V Suresh , S Jyothi ,   Department of Forensic Medicine, Victoria Hospital,Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, Karnataka, India., Cyriac Agnes J ,   Department of Forensic Medicine, Victoria Hospital,Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Published: September 2022

Background: Exhumation is the process of removing the dead body from the grave. The reasons and time limit for exhumation may vary from country to country. After receiving a request from the Magistrate, exhumation followed by postmortem is done to gain essential evidence. To comprehensively analyze the exhumation cases done in Victoria Hospital, Bangalore, and how exhumation followed by postmortem examination aids in finding the cause of death. Methods: All cases of exhumations performed for 10 years (from January 1, 2012, to December 31, 2021) in the Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Victoria Hospital, Bangalore, were studied retrospectively. The essential data were collected from requisition forms, exhumation, and postmortem reports. The results were obtained after tabulating, and data were analyzed with an observational method. Results: A total of 37 exhumation cases were done during the study period. Young males in the age group of 21 to 30 years were the major population. Out of 37 cases, the cause of death was established in 25 cases (68%). Conclusion: Analysis of postmortem examination in exhumed cases gives much information from a medicolegal point of view to determine the cause and reveal the mysteries behind the manner of death. Hence it is not a vain procedure.
Suicidal Pattern of Decapitation Injury and Associated Limb Injury in Railway Track Traumas: A Case Series
Authors:   Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, India., Khilji Sahajad , Jain Ashish ,   Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, India., Kurveti Verma Priyamvada ,   Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, India., Baraw Rajendra ,   Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, India.
Published: September 2022

Suicide by high-speed railway track trauma with complete decapitation is a rare event; however, it is well known and reported in the scientific literature. The authors analyzed 5 cases of suicide with complete decapitation along with upper limb amputation or severe injury by high-speed mainline train subjected to medico-legal autopsies at the Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal between 2019 and 2021. Upper limb injury is considered because of scientific reasons that they have been amputated along with decapitation. Personal, circumstantial, autopsy, and toxicological data and thevictim’s psychical profile were analyzed, and factors like the type of injury, the vital reaction of wound edges, absence of any signs of defense, alcohol, and drug consumption were also considered.
Survey of the Presence of Nivalenol and Deoxynivalenol in Wheat Flour Factories of Khuzestan Province, Iran
Authors:   Deputy of Food & Drug, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran., Nazari Khorasgani Zahra ,   Nanotechnology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran., Mahdavi Mojtaba ,   Department of Toxicology, Pharmacy School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran., Kalantari Heibatullah ,   Department of Toxicology, Pharmacy School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran., Goudarzi Mehdi ,   Medicinal Plant Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
Published: September 2022

Background: Wheat is frequently contaminated by Deoxynivalenol (DON) and Nivalenol (NIV), which are type B trichothecenes produced by Fusarium fungi. Most problems related to these contaminants involve prolonged feed intake at low levels of contamination. This study investigated the occurrence of NIV and Deoxynivalenol (DON) in wheat flour in flour factories in Khuzestan Providence, Iran. Methods: In total, 104 samples were collected in this study. An acetonitrile/water mixture (84:16, v/v) was used to extract the samples. The extracts were filtered and purified using a Whatman No. 4 paper and MycoSepTM 227 column. Then, they were evaporated to dryness at 40˚C under a nitrogen stream. After dissolving the dry residue in the mobile phase, containing a mixture of methanol, acetonitrile, and water (5:5:90, v/v/v), the contents of NIV and DON in the samples were measured in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) system with a column C18 (150 mm×4.6 mm ID, 5 μm) and a UV detector (220 nm). Results: The results showed that among 104 wheat flour samples, 28 (26.8%) and 54 (51.9%) samples were contaminated with NIV and DON, respectively. The mean and maximum concentrations were 118.75 and 2278 ng/g for NIV, and 593 and 67.88 ng/g for DON, respectively. Conclusion: Based on the findings, DON and NIV had significantly lower concentrations than the maximum tolerated level (1 μg/g), established by the Institute of Standards and Industrial Research of Iran. Therefore, there were no health risks for consumers at the studied contamination levels.