bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Identification and Characterisation of a Myxoma Virus Detected in the Italian Hare (Lepus corsicanus)
Authors: Rossini Elisa , Bazzucchi Moira , Trocchi Valter , Merzoni Francesca , Bertasio Cristina , Knauf Sascha , Lavazza Antonio , Cavadini Patrizia
Published: March 2024

Myxoma virus (MYXV) is a Leporipoxvirus (genus) belonging to the family Poxviridae; it is characterised by a genome of approximately 161 kb dsDNA encoding for several proteins that play an essential role in both host spectrum determination and immunomodulation. The healthy reservoir of the virus is Sylvilagus spp. At the same time, in wild and domestic European rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus), MYXV is the etiologic agent of myxomatosis, a disease with an extremely high mortality rate. In 2014, an interspecies jump of MYXV was reported in Lepus europaeus in the UK. In 2018, myxomatosis induced by a new recombinant strain called MYXV-To was identified during a large outbreak in Iberian hares (Lepus granatensis) in Spain. Here, we describe the case of myxomatosis in another hare species: an adult male Italian hare (Lepus corsicanus) found dead in 2018 in Sicily with lesions suggestive of myxomatosis and treponema infection. Laboratory tests, e.g., end-point PCR and negative staining electron microscopy, confirmed the presence of both pathogens. MYXV was then isolated from tissue samples in permissive cells and sequenced using NGS technology. Main genomic differences concerning known MYXV strains are discussed.
Research on the Influence of Lateral Force and Pressure Fluctuation on the Stability of a Rotary Energy Recovery Device in the Desalination System
Authors: Ye Tianzhuang , Hu Xinchao , Wang Kaiyuan , Qu Yunfei , Lu Jiancong , Yuan Renjiang , Jiao Lei
Published: March 2024

The rotary energy recovery device (RERD) plays an important role in reverse osmosis (RO) desalination; however, few investigations on the formation and influence of lateral force on the RERD rotor have been published. The transient characteristics of lateral force and its relationship with pressure distribution and fluctuation in the clearance were analyzed via computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation. The clearance pressure distribution and lateral force were quantified under different working conditions. The eccentricity of the rotor, resistance torque and decrease in the rotary speed due to the lateral force were simulated and they were found to change with flow rate and pressure of high-pressure outlet (PHO). A new rotary speed prediction method including the effect of PHO was developed. With the increasing flow rate or PHO, the stability of RERD declined. A design optimization direction was proposed. The variation trends of rotary speed, pressure in the clearance and its fluctuation were verified through experiment. This research provides an explanation why in practice the rotary speed decreases with increasing pressure. The conclusions obtained herein can be of great significance for future research on improving the stability and lifespan and reducing the maintenance consumption of RERD.
A Coupled Parameter Automation Calibration Module for Urban Stormwater Modelling
Authors: Gu Li , Sun Yingying , Gao Cheng , She Liangliang
Published: March 2024

In the context of accelerating urbanisation, the issue of urban stormwater flooding security has garnered increasing attention. Further development of urban stormwater management techniques is imperative to achieve more stable, precise, and expeditious simulation outcomes. The calibration of model parameters, which is a pivotal phase in stormwater simulation endeavours, is hampered by challenges such as substantial subjectivity, time intensiveness, and low efficiency. Therefore, this study introduces a parameter calibration model coupled with the Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm III (NSGA-III). This model utilises the Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency (NSE) and peak relative error (PE) values for various rainfall events as objective functions to calibrate and assess the study target. The two rainfalls used for rate determination had NSE values greater than 0.9 and absolute PE values less than 0.17; the rainfall used for validation had NSE values greater than 0.9 and absolute PE values less than 0.27. Thus, the results of the model for the rate determination of the parameters are reliable. In addition, the inverted generation distance and hypervolume values indicate that the iterative process of the algorithm during population evolution demonstrated stable iterative outcomes and ensured sound population quality. Both reach relative stability after 40 iterations. In conclusion, the proposed multi-objective parameter calibration model integrated with NSGA-III offers dependable calibration results and robust computational efficacy, presenting novel avenues and perspectives for urban stormwater model parameter calibration and simulation.
FD Technology for HSs based on Deep Convolutional Generative Adversarial Networks
Authors: Wang Jun , Wang Yuanxi
Published: March 2024

To ensure the reliability of sensors, it is very important to study Fault Diagnosis (FD) methods for sensors. This study puts forward a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)-FD model with randomly discarding network units. This model reduces the huge computational burden caused by excessive parameters in the CNN through silent neural nodes to achieve efficient automatic extraction and analysis of fault features. Considering the signal data imbalance caused by small sample failures, this study used Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) to achieve intelligent expansion of samples. The performance test results showed that the proposed model achieved the highest classification accuracy in binary classification tasks, with a size of 93.5%, which is 5.5% and 3.5% higher than the Densenet model and ResNet model, respectively. In multi-classification tasks, the model still realized the best classification accuracy, with a size of 89.9%, which is 8.8% higher than the Densenet model. The experimental results of fault detection denoted that the proposed model arrived the highest recognition accuracy in aging failure and sensitivity failure, with 96.8% and 92.6% respectively, while the recognition accuracy of shallow neural networks and deep confidence networks was lower than 90%. This indicated that the proposed algorithm can effectively perform feature extraction and fault pattern recognition.
Suicidal ideation and adverse experiences among adolescents with their separated/divorced parents in Hue city
Authors: Tran Thi Tra My , Tran Binh Thang , Nguyen Minh Tam , Vo Nu Hong Duc , Nguyen Van Thong , Nguyen Ngo Bao Khuyen , Pham Thi Thu Ha , Ho Uyen Phuong , Vo Hoang Linh , Luong Thi Thu Tham , Hoang Tuan Anh , Dang Cao Khoa , Nguyen Thanh Gia , Nguyen Minh Tu
Published: March 2024

Background: Suicide continues to be a leading cause of death worldwide. Recently, more than 45,000 children in the age group of 10 to 19 years died by suicide, making it the second leading cause of death in the age group of 15 to 19, surpassed only by traffic accidents, tuberculosis, and fighting.

Objective: To determine the prevalence of suicidal ideation among adolescents whose parents are separated/divorced; and to explore the factors associated with suicidal ideation and describe adverse experiences among adolescents.

Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted in 309 adolescents with separated/separated parents in Hue City. Data was collected through direct interviews using a structured questionnaire. Suicidal ideation was defined as the presence of thoughts or plans related to suicide within the last 12 months. Multivariate logistic regression was applied to identify factors associated with suicidal ideation in adolescents with separated/ separated parents.

Results: The study found that 15.5% (95% CI:11.7 - 20.1) of adolescents with separated /separated parents reported experiencing suicidal thoughts, in which men accounted 8.4% (95% CI:5.6 – 11.2) and women accounted 7.1% (95% CI:4.5 - 10.6). Several factors were identified as increasing the risk of suicidal ideation, including alcohol use (OR = 3.24; 95% CI:1.42 - 7.42), hyperactivity/inattention (OR = 4.96; 95% CI:1.58 - 15.605), and a poor quality of family relationships (OR = 4.82; 95% CI:1.26 - 18.50). On the contrary, certain factors were found to reduce the risk, including being in the 14-15 age group of 14-15 (OR = 0.26; 95% CI:0.10 - 0.69) and participating in physical activity (OR = 0.44; 95% CI:0.21 – 0.94).

Conclusions: The research highlights a significant percentage of adolescents with separated / divided parents who experience suicidal ideation. Therefore, it is imperative for families, schools, and society to develop comprehensive strategies to monitor and address various risky behaviours among students simultaneously.

Key words: suicidal ideation, adolescents, separation/divorce.
Triterpenoids isolated from the aerial parts of Buxus latistyla Gagnep
Authors: Vo Quoc Hung , Huynh Thuy Vi , Doan Ngoc Minh Thao , Huynh Thi Bich Nguyet , Nguyen Thi Minh Hieu , Doan Thi Nhat Le
Published: March 2024

Background: Buxus latistyla Gagnep. (Buxaceae) has been used as a remedy for treating malaria, haemoptysis, amoebic dysentery etc. However, its chemical constituents are still unknown. Thus, the aim of this study was to identify phytochemicals isolated from this plant.

Materials and method: Aerial parts of B. latistyla were collected from Quang Tri province. Pure compounds were isolated using the combination of chromatographic methods. Structures of isolated compounds were identified by analyzing spectral data of nuclear magnetic resonance as well as by comparing with reported data.

Results & Conclusion: Five triterpenes were isolated and identified including lupeol (1), lupenone (2), betulin (3), 20(29)-lupene-2α,3α-diol (4), 20(29)-lupene-2α,3α,28-triol (5). This is the first report about those phytochemicals of B. latistyla collected in Vietnam.

Key words: Buxus latistyla, lupeol, lupenone, betulin, 20(29)-lupene-2α,3α-diol, 20(29)-lupene-2α,3α, 28-triol.
Experimental industrial tests of sintering sinter with finely dispersed manganese concentrate
Authors: Yu Proidak , V Olshansky , O Hogenko , L Kamkina , I Filippov , Ya Myanovska , O Sidorsky
Published: March 2024

The object of research is the metallurgical technology of involving fine manganese concentrates formed during the
extraction and enrichment of raw materials in the production of manganese agglomerate.
The purpose of the work - based on the results of analysis of physicochemical processes in the sintering of manganese
agglomerate and experimental research to develop innovative technological solutions and recommendations for
sintering sintering technology with increased to 60% share in the charge
Research methods - theoretical studies of concentrate agglomeration processes are based on the basic principles of
physical chemistry and the theory of metallurgical processes. Calculations of thermodynamic equilibrium of oxide
systems, adequate to agglomeration, are based on Gibbs theory and implemented using the computer program
"FASTSage 6.0"; to determine the internal structure of manganese ore and manganese concentrates involved X-ray
research methods - X-ray diffractometer DRON-2; used the method of mathematical statistics to process the results.
The mineralogical microstructure of ore manganese concentrates and fine concentrate of manganese ore beneficiation
has been established.
The rational scheme of preliminary preparation of fine wastes of manganese ore beneficiation for use in metallurgical
processes is determined; the rational amount of manganese ore beneficiation waste in the initial charge is established;
the possibility of returning 50… 70% (against the usual 10… 15%) of fine (fraction 0-1 mm) manganese concentrate of
the 2nd grade in the charge of manganese agglomerate production due to the use of reagent peat hydroxide (RTG) in
the amount of 5… 7% with simultaneous increase in the strength of the agglomerate granules twice.
Increase in strength of manganese agglomerate during processing humate solution
Authors: Yu Proydak , V Olshansky , L Kamkina , J Hogenko , Ya Myanovska , I Filippov
Published: March 2024

The object of the research is the metallurgical technology of involving finely dispersed manganese concentrates, which are formed during the extraction and enrichment of raw materials, in the production of manganese agglomerate. The purpose of the work is to develop innovative technological solutions and recommendations for the sintering tec hnology of agglomerate with an increased up to 60% share in the charge of grade 2 finely dispersed concentrate based on the results of the analysis of physicochemical processes during the sintering of manganese agglomerate and experimental studies. Research methods – theoretical studies of concentrate agglomeration processes are based on the basic principles of physical chemistry and the theory of metallurgical processes. Calculations of the thermodynamic equilibrium of oxide systems, adequate for agglomeration, are based on the Gibbs theory and implemented using the computer program "FASTSage 6.0"; the method of mathematical statistics was used to process the results. Research results. A rational scheme for preliminary preparation of finely dispersed manganese ore enrichment waste for use in metallurgical processes has been determined; a rational amount of manganese ore beneficiation waste in the initial charge has been established; the proven possibility of returning 50...70% (against the usual 10...15%) of finely di spersed (0-1 mm fractions) grade 2 manganese concentrate to the batch for the production of manganese agglomerate due to the use of the peat hydroxide reagent (PTH) in the amount of 5...7% with a simultaneous increase the strength of the agglomerate granules is doubled. The original carbonate manganese ore was treated at the stage of dosing it into the batch and the obtained agglomerate with humic peat extract to strengthen the agglomerate and reduce dust formation
The Socio-Economic Impact of a Major Cultural Event in Cape Town During and Post-Pandemic Era
Authors: Hemmonsbey Janice , Abrahams Elhaam , Bama Hilary Kennedy Nji , Muresherwa Gift
Published: March 2024

This study sought to consider the socio-economic impacts of the Cape Town Carnival, given the significant impacts impinged on the event’s exponential socio-economic potential in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. During the period 2020 and 2021, the event was suspended as the world grappled with mobility-restricting and other pandemic-related regulations, which grounded almost all social and economic activities. Through strategic planning and innovative efforts by the event’s organisers to curtail the pandemic’s impact, a reimagined format was conceptualised in 2022, while a post-pandemic version returned in 2023, explorations of which form the focus for the current study. Relying on CTC pre-pandemic socio-economic impact studies, pandemic, and post-pandemic era empirical investigations of 800 spectators provided data for socioeconomic impact exploration. SPSS version 29 software was utilised in the analysis and exploration of variable relationships in the collected data. The findings of the study suggest that spectators displayed positive perceptions of the socio-economic benefits of the CTC relating to job creation, tourism revenue generation, and community empowerment. The negative impact of the pandemic on the CTC's ability to deliver these benefits was acknowledged. The study highlights the importance of mitigating the negative effects that come with unprecedented events such as COVID-19 through the development of resilience strategies including adaptation, diversification of revenue streams, development of new partnerships, and investment in community engagement opportunities. The study recommends the need for a qualitative inquiry exploring stakeholder insights with key stakeholder groups to assimilate socio-economic objectives for the event for comparative purposes. Additionally, a deeper investigation into specific sectors, such as accommodation, catering, and local businesses is recommended for a more holistic view on the socio-economic impacts while a participant survey is suggested to determine the aspects of job creation and innovation, as envisioned by the objectives of the CTC.
Sustainable Tourism Practices in the Post-Covid Era: Lessons from Southern Africa
Authors: Muresherwa Gift , Makuzva Washington , Dube Cynthia Nokubonga
Published: March 2024

For several decades, the southern African region, with its diverse natural and cultural attractions, has been an uninterrupted prime destination for sustainable tourism. However, the devastating Covid-19 pandemic presented severe challenges to the global tourism industry, crippling several businesses. The effect was more pronounced especially in the global south, including southern Africa which is confronted by a multitude of challenges. Meanwhile, this crisis presented opportunities for the adoption of sustainable tourism practices in the post-Covid era. This paper provides insights into sustainable tourism practices in the post-Covid era, drawing lessons on how the southern African region survived the crisis. The paper discusses the concept of sustainable tourism and its importance in the post- Covid era. Furthermore, it explores the impact of the pandemic on the tourism industry in southern Africa and the need for sustainable tourism practices. Sustainable tourism practices that have been adopted in the region, such as community-based tourism, eco-tourism, and responsible tourism are discussed. This paper highlights the lessons that can be learned from sustainable tourism practices in southern Africa in the post- Covid era. These lessons can be applied globally to promote sustainable tourism and ensure the resilience of the tourism industry in the face of future crises.
Nation-branding Opportunities Through Sport Mega-events: Tourism Impact from FIFA World Cup in South Africa 2010 and Qatar 2022
Authors: Knott Brendon , Swart Kamilla , Althawadi Othman , Zeyad Ali Yara
Published: March 2024

Sport mega-events can be powerful agents in the imaging, re-imaging and branding of places, especially for emerging mega-event host nations. South Africa was the first African country to host the FIFA World Cup in 2010 and is a good case of how nation-branding opportunities were leveraged to showcase its global engagement, re-emergence post-apartheid, and its competence as a tourism and mega-event host. Similarly, Qatar’s hosting of the 2022 FIFA World Cup is a region-first for the Middle East. Hosting the World Cup is aligned to Qatar’s strategic leveraging of sport to build a new image, acquire global recognition as a world-class venue for major events, sport sponsorships, and state-of-the-art stadiums. Yet Qatar, like South Africa, was confronted with significant detractors and negative media coverage in the lead-up to its hosting. This paper compares nation-brand perceptions collected from international visitors to the respective mega-events. The studies aimed to identify any changes to these brand perceptions because of their visit to these nations. It utilises the same instrument and method; with the survey instrument for 2010 adapted for Qatar to increase its relevance. A total of 561 (South Africa) and 421 (Qatar) international visitors were interviewed at event and tourist locations, using a spatially based, purposive sampling approach. The findings reveal how visitor perceptions changed in both instances. It reveals nuances in profiling mega-event sport tourists and contrasts expected nation-branding legacies for host nations, especially in emerging nation contexts.
Tourism and Hospitality Industry Employees' Experiences of Career Shocks and Career Resilience
Authors: Törn-Laapio Anne , Ekonen Marianne , Heilmann Pia
Published: March 2024

Employees in the tourism and hospitality industry (THI) have experienced a wide range of sudden changes that have had various impacts on their careers. Career shocks are disruptive and extraordinary events often caused by factors outside the focal individual’s control and that trigger a deliberate thought process concerning one’s career. Although career shocks are usually difficult to predict, we can prepare ourselves in advance by developing career resilience. Career resilience refers to an individual's ability to adapt to new situations, overcome negative ones and recover from changes. Research is exceptionally important, especially from the perspective of the THI, which has suffered from a wide range of crises which have caused a significant decrease in workforce engagement and labour shortages. This research aimed to study the experiences of THI employees in career shock situations and how career resilience has affected these situations. The research questions were: What kind of career shocks have employees experienced during their careers? What kind of consequences have these career shocks had on employees’ careers? How have career shock situations strengthened their career resilience? This study was conducted based on a narrative approach and the data consisted of 30 career narrative writings of the students of the Tourism and Hospitality Management master’s degree programme. A three-phase qualitative inductive content analysis was used as an analysis method. The results suggest that employees have experienced a wide range of career shocks during their careers, partly because the THI and workplaces have been sensitive to change. According to the data, career shocks could be categorised into global, organisational, and individual level shocks. Employees experienced career shocks and their consequences mainly positively. In addition, the experiences of surviving career shock situations strengthened individuals’ career resilience in many ways. This study highlights the importance of understanding individuals' experiences of career shocks and the ways to prevent uncertainty to retain employees in the workplaces and an industry suffering from labour shortages.
SPECIALIZED PRE-TRAINING OF NEURAL NETWORKS ON SYNTHETIC DATA FOR IMPROVING PARAPHRASE GENERATION
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, oleksandr.skurzhanskyi@gmail.com, Skurzhanskyi O.H. , Marchenko O.O. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, rozenkrans17@gmail.com, Anisimov A.V. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, avatatan@gmail.com
Published: March 2024

SPECIALIZED PRE-TRAINING OF NEURAL NETWORKS ON SYNTHETIC DATA FOR IMPROVING PARAPHRASE GENERATION Abstract. Generating paraphrases is a fundamental problem in natural language processing. In light of the significant success of transfer learning technology, the “pre-training fine-tuning” approach has become the standard. However, popular general-purpose pre-training methods typically require large datasets and computational resources, and available pre-trained models are limited by fixed architecture and size. We propose a simple and effective approach for pre-training specifically for paraphrase generation, which significantly improves model quality and matches the quality level of general-purpose models. Both existing public data and new data generated by large language models were used. The impact of this procedure on neural networks of different architectures was investigated, and it was shown to work for all of them. Keywords: artificial intelligence, machine learning, neural networks, paraphrase generation, pre-training, fine-tuning.
The Correlation Between the Distance from the Neoplasm to the Precentral Gyrus Cortex and Corticospinal Tracts and the Risk of Developing a New Motor Deficit in Children
Authors: Талабаев М.В. , Соловьева А.Ю.
Published: March 2024

Цель. Изучить связи между расстоянием от новообразования до отделов мозга, связанных с функцией движения, определенным по данным магнитно-резонансной томографии 3,0Т и навигационной системы, и риском развития нового неврологического дефицита. Материалы и методы. Материалом для исследования послужили данные о 40 пациентах с новообразованиями перироландической локализации. В статье проведен статистический анализ и установлены регрессионные взаимосвязи между расстоянием от новообразования головного мозга до коры прецентральной извилины и кортикоспинальных трактов и риском развития нового двигательного дефицита у пациентов детского возраста. Результаты. В процессе исследования получены данные о том, что расстояние от новообразования до прецентральной извилины менее 1,5 мм и расстояние до «точки руки» менее 4,5 мм увеличивает риск развития нового двигательного дефицита (p<0,05). Расстояние до кортикоспинальных трактов менее 5,5 мм также статистически значимо ухудшает функциональный результат операции (p<0,05). Заключение. Предоперационное планирование с изучением расстояний до анатомических образований, отвечающих за двигательную функцию, может быть использовано для оценки риска развития нового двигательного дефицита и может быть важным аргументом при принятии решения о выполнении операции в сознании.

Purpose. To study the relationship between the distance from the tumor to the parts of the brain associated with the motor function, determined by the data of magnetic resonance imaging 3.0T and the navigation system, on the risk of developing a new neurological deficit. Materials and methods. The data on 40 patients with neoplasms of perirolandic localization served as the material for the study. In the article was presented the results of a statistical analysis and established regression correlations between the distance from the brain tumor to the cortex of the precentral gyrus and corticospinal tracts, and the risk of developing a new motor deficit in pediatric patients. Results. During the study, data were obtained that the distance from the tumor to the precentral gyrus of less than 1.5 mm and the distance to the "hand-knob" of less than 4.5 mm are statistically significantly associated with the risk of developing a new motor deficit (p<0.05). A distance to the corticospinal tracts of less than 5.5 mm also statistically significantly worsens the functional result of the operation (p<0.05). Conclusion. Preoperative planning with the study of the distance to the anatomical formations responsible for motor function can be used to assess the risk of developing a new motor deficit and be an important argument when deciding whether to perform an awake operation.
Adoption based on socio-affectiveness not subject to age limits
Authors: Seba Sonia
Published: March 2024

From a critical socio-legal and comparative law position, based on the Argentine experience, it is proposed to show how adoption based on socio-affectivity is not subject to age limits, but what prevails is respect for the right to family life, coexistence or everyday life and affection. In this study, following the guidelines of the uniqueness with which cases must be addressed, some examples from Argentine jurisprudence are shared in which adoptions involving persons of legal age have been resolved, based on socio-affectiveness. The sanction of the Civil and Commercial Code of Argentina, in 2014, marks an advance in socio-affectiveness in family relationships, as well as in the resolution of cases with tailored sentences, informal judicial activity, interdisciplinary and specialty.
Pengaruh Kombinasi Tanaman inang PadaTingkat Pemberian Air yang Berbeda Terhadap Pertumbuhan Cendana (Santalum album L.) di Media Persemaian
Authors: Kasim Muhammad
Published: March 2024

Penelitian dilaksanakan di Kelurahan Naikolan Kecamatan Maulafa Kota Kupangdari bulan Maret sampai bulan Agustus 2022. Tujuan Penelitian adalah untuk mengetahuipengaruh interaksi antara kombinasi tanaman inang bibit cendana dengan tingkat pemberianair di media persemaian terhadap pertumbuhan bibit cendana. Penelitian ini menggunakan percobaan faktorial dengan rancangan dasar Rancangan Acak Kelompok (RAK). Penelitianini terdiri atas 2 faktor yaitu pertama adalah kombinasi tanaman inang (i) dengan 2 levelyakni :1) kombinasi tanaman inang Althernantera sp,Cromolaina odorata, dan Sesbania grandiflora dan 2) kombinasi tanaman inang Althernantera sp, Cromolaina odorata, danAcacia vilosa. Faktor kedua adalah faktor tingkat pemberian air (k) dengan 5 level yakni : 1)tingkat pemberian air 60% kapasitas (k1), 2) tingkat pemberian air 80% kapasitas lapang (k2), 3) tingkat pemberian air 100% (k3) kapasitas lapang, tingkat pemberian air 120 % (k4)kapasitas lapang, dan 5) tingkat pemberian air 160% (k5) kapasitas lapang. Hasil penelitianmenunjukkan terdapat interaksi yang nyata antara kombinasi tanaman inang dengan tingkatpemberian air terhadap variabel jumlah haustorium bibit cendana, pertambahan tinggi bibitcendana, pertambahan diameter bibit cendana, dan pertambahan bobot kering bibit cendana.Pada kombinasi tanaman inang Althernantera sp, Chromolaina odorata, dan Sesbania grandiflora, jumlah haoustorium lebih banyak, pertambahan tinggi bibit cendana,pertambahan diameter batang bibit cendana, dan pertambahan bobot kering bibit cendanalebih cepat terjadi pada tingkat pemberian air 100 % kapasitas lapang dibandingkan padakombinasi tanaman inang Althernantera sp, Chromolaina odorata, dan Acacia vilosa.
Kepadatan Populasi Tokek Rumah Gekko gecko (Linnaeus, 1758) di Kelurahan Nangameting dan Kelurahan Waioti Kecamatan Alok Timur Kabupaten Sikka Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Timur
Authors: Aini Yusratul , Sili Martinus Raya , Styaningrum Yeni Tris , Megita Debby , Suheri Heri , Mahmud Arief , Suwandana Endan
Published: March 2024

Status Gekko gecko yang rencananya akan diusulkan kenaikannya dari non-Apendiks menjadi Apendiks II CITES akibat maraknya perburuan tokek di masyarakat, menyebabkan jumlah tokek di alam bebas semakin berkurang. Oleh karena itu, perlu dilakukan penelitian mengenai populasi tokek rumah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kerapatan populasi tokek rumah khususnya di Kelurahan Nangameting dan Kelurahan Waioti, Kecamatan Alok Timur, Kabupaten Sikka, Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Timur dengan menggunakan metode wawancara dan pengamatan langsung. Luas area penelitian 23,11 ha dengan jumlah sampel sebanyaak 211 rumah dan 39 orang responden. Hasil penelitian dan analisis melalui wawancara dan pengamatan langsung secara berturut-turut menunjukkan terdapat 63 individu tokek di Kelurahan Nangameting (kepadatan rata-rata populasi nya sebanyak 7,03 individu/ha) dan 18 individu tokek di Kelurahan Waioti (2 individu/ha). Berdasarkan hasil perhitungan ekstrapolasi, populasi tokek rumah di Kecamatan Alok Timur adalah 11.024,96 individu. Data ini diharapkan menjadi dasar dalam upaya pengelolaan/pengendalian peredaran dan perdagangan satwa liar khususnya tokek rumah di wilayah Flores, Indonesia.
HABITAT CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FLORES EAGLE (Nisaetus floris) IN THE OTOSESO TRADITIONAL FOREST AREA, WOLOJITA DISTRICT, ENDE REGENCY, EAST NUSA TENGGARA PROVINCE.
Authors: Worho Hermanus Carvin , Purnama Maria M. E. , Hidayat Oky
Published: March 2024

This study was conducted to determine the Habitat Characteristics of the Flores Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus Floris) in the Otoseso Indigenous Forest Area, Wolojita Sub-District, Ende Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. This research was conducted from March to April 2021. The analysis of the habitat of the Flores Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus floris) used a vegetation analysis approach, the level of habitat use and observations of nesting characteristics. The behavior of the Flores Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus floris) was observed directly at the observation spot to describe its daily activities.

The results showed that the trees used for nesting sites were the Jita (Alstonia scholaris), Fai (Paraserianthes falcataria) and Kemiri (Aleurites mollucana) tree species, which are sticking trees in their habitat. The Flores Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus floris) used canopy space A (I and II) to build nests, while for perching trees that have been identified are the banyan (Ficus benjamina), weru (Elaecarpus sphaericus), kapok (Ceiba pentandra), lamtoro gung (Leucaena leucocephala SubSp. glabrata) and Nimbah (Melia Azidarach). Flores Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus floris) uses crown spaces A and B (I and II) for perching behavior and stalking prey. In this section of the canopy the Flores Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus floris) usually perched on a flat tree trunk perpendicular to the main branch and is of medium size. The daily activity of the Flores Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus floris) which has the highest presentation is perching at 41%, flying (soaring and gliding) by 28%, voice by 22% and hunting by 22%.
Identifikasi Hama Pada Tegakan Cendana (Santalum Album L.) Di Hutan Rakyat Cendana Nunka Wilayah Dusun III, Desa Ponain, Kecamatan Amarasi, Kabupaten Kupang
Authors: Molana Nadya Sarwina
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to identify the types of pests in sandalwood stands,symptoms of damage, population numbers, and morphological characteristics of pests insandalwood stands (Santalum album L.) in the Cendana Nunka Community Forest, Hamlet IIIRegion, Ponain Village, Amarasi District, Kupang Regency. One month from February to March2020. The data collection method in this study used primary data and secondary data. Furthermore,sampling using plots or plots at the observation location in the form of a diagonal with a size of 10× 10 m consisting of 5 sub plots of sample units in one unit plot there are 5 sample trees (about10%) with each sample unit of 1.5 m using sticky traps and taken directly on sandalwood standsaged 9-10 years. Then the samples were identified at the Laboratory, Pests, Faperta, Nusa CendanaUniversity and analyzed using the calculation of absolute damage and non-absolute damage. Theresults of the research identified and obtained the population of pests that attack sandalwood standsin the Cendana Nunka Community Forest, Hamlet III Region, Ponain Village, Amarasi District,Kupang Regency, armored scale (Chionaspis. sp) of 315.24 individuals/plant. Then mealybug(Nipaecoccus viridis) of 44.84 heads/plant with (IKTM) Non-Absolute Damage Intensity of33.05%.
Impact of public policies and research and development on Brazilian agriculture
Authors: Pinto Daniela Maciel , Rocha José Dilcio
Published: March 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho foi analisar as avaliações de impacto no campo da agricultura, a partir de estudos acadêmicos, registrados em dissertações e teses defendidas no Brasil. Como procedimento metodológico, empregaram-se técnicas bibliométricas e de análise de dados para investigar nove indicadores relacionados aos principais temas, às metodologias, aos territórios de estudo, às universidades e aos tipos de impacto explorados. Os resultados mostram que a dimensão ambiental foi predominante nas investigações, principalmente nas regiões Nordeste, Sul e Sudeste. Os temas mais comuns são a proteção de recursos naturais, a produção orgânica e agroecológica, e o estoque de carbono. Quanto aos procedimentos metodológicos, a abordagem não experimental é a mais comum, e, dentre os projetos, programas e políticas públicas, o Programa Nacional de Fortalecimento da Agricultura Familiar (Pronaf) é o mais avaliado no contexto da agricultura brasileira.
Ética como combustível para o avanço científico: preocupação pública com os animais e sua influência sobre a comunidade científica
Authors: Vicente Alexandre Meloni , Costa Maria Conceição da
Published: March 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho foi destacar os esforços da comunidade científica brasileira, para se adequar à mudança do conceito de status moral de seres não humanos ocorrida sobretudo no século XX. A doutrina cartesiana que justificou, no século XVII, o uso indiscriminado de animais para as necessidades humanas, inclusive para experimentos científicos, foi confrontada por novas abordagens que definiram os animais como seres sencientes e autônomos, merecedores de consideração e dignos de respeito. Atualmente, aceita-se amplamente que o respeito aos animais é necessário. Embora nossa legislação nacional sobre experimentação animal não expresse de maneira satisfatória este conceito de status moral, ele está na presente da comunidade científica, por meio de esforços e práticas que visam a substituição dos modelos animais in vivo por técnicas baseadas em modelos in vitro e in silico. Quando a substituição completa não for possível, deve-se reduzir ao mínimo o número de animais para uso em experimentos e seu sofrimento deve ser abrandado, de acordo com o princípio dos 3Rs – dos termos em inglês reduction, refinement and replacement – que significam redução, refinamento e substituição.
Desafios e oportunidades da inovação aberta sob a perspectiva do marco legal de inovação
Authors: Ayroza Igor Feitosa Lacôrte , Pedroza Filho Manoel Xavier
Published: March 2024

O objetivo do presente trabalho foi identificar os desafios e oportunidades que emergiram nos processos de pesquisa, desenvolvimento e inovação (PDI) da Embrapa Pesca e Aquicultura (EPA), com a implementação da inovação aberta (IA) a partir do marco legal brasileiro de ciência, tecnologia e inovação (MLCTI). A metodologia utilizada foi composta de análise documental, entrevista semiestruturada e análise de conteúdo por meio do software NVIVO. Foram realizadas 30 entrevistas com pessoas envolvidas diretamente no processo de IA da EPA. Os resultados apontam que, na perspectiva dos empregados da Embrapa, o processo de IA foi motivado pela escassez de recursos, o que gerou desafios para a empresa e exigiu o aperfeiçoamento de sua operacionalização. Os atores do setor produtivo indicaram a necessidade de realização de melhorias no processo de IA, para lhe conferir mais agilidade. Entre os benefícios oriundos da IA identificados, destacam-se a otimização dos processos de parceria e o alinhamento das pesquisas com as demandas do setor produtivo. O setor produtivo apontou ainda, como benefícios da IA, o acesso à equipe técnica qualificada da EPA e a credibilidade da Embrapa no mercado.
Intravesical Migration of An Intrauterine Device: A Case Report
Authors: Benamar Mohammed , Ouatar Khalid , Saoud Mohammed Karam , Ahsaini Mustapha , Mellas Soufiane , Tazi Mohammed Fadl , Ammari Jalal Eddine El , Fassi Mohammed Jamal El , Farih Moulay Hassan
Published: March 2024

Intravesical migration of an intrauterine device (IUD) is an uncommon complication. We report here a case of IUD migration into the bladder in a 41-year-old patient who had been wearing an IUD for 3 years and who initially consulted us because of urinary burning and pollakiuria associated with episodes of haematuria. The diagnosis of intra-vesical migration was made by ultrasound and confirmed by cystoscopy. Endoscopic extraction of the IUD was performed successfully. Post-operative management was straightforward.
ResNet50-Boosted UNet for Improved Liver Segmentation Accuracy
Authors: P Venkatesh , Bharath AB Vikash , Raj D Jeevitha , Livingston J John
Published: March 2024

Segmentation of the liver from abdominal CT images is difficult due to changes in form, density, and the presence of malignancies. This research describes a novel strategy to improve segmentation accuracy that uses UNet as a foundation architecture and ResNet50 as a backbone architecture. This integrated design automates feature selection and spatial awareness, overcoming limitations in previous models. Experimental evaluations using the LiTS dataset show higher performance. Specifically, using the LiTS dataset, our algorithm achieves a remarkable foreground accuracy of 99.81% in liver segmentation. These results outperform existing approaches, demonstrating UNet and ResNet50's potential as valuable tools for precise liver segmentation in clinical situations. The suggested system shows promise for application in diverse medical imaging tasks other than liver segmentation, demonstrating its versatility and effectiveness in enhancing machine-assisted medical diagnostics and decision-making processes.
ABORDAGENS ABERTAS E LAPAROSCÓPICA PARA REPARO DE HÉRNIA INGUINAL: UMA REVISÃO ABRANGENTE.
Authors: Roller Luísa de Faria , Carvalho Gabriel Leão de , Dias Isabela Lima , Murakami Felipe Nakanishi , Bueno Lucas de Campos , Murakami Fernanda Nakanishi , Silva Tamires Rebeca Nunes , Andrade Maria Eduarda Teodoro , Nogueira Breno Aguiar , Oliveira Dávila de Moraes , Gomes Nicollas Muriel Camargo , Gomes Daniela Veloso , Azulay Vitor Gonzalez Ouaknin , Silva Dayane Campos da , Kruger Karine Wakami
Published: March 2024

A hérnia inguinal se trata de uma protusão de uma alça intestinal ou, de modo mais raro, de alguma outra víscera abdominal, decorrente de uma alteração na fáscia da parede abdominal. As manifestações clínicas podem variar de um quadro assintomático até sinais de peritonite secundária ao estrangulamento intestinal, em casos mais graves. Para a escolha do tratamento, existem alguns fatores envolvidos: idade, tipo de hérnia e sintomas associados. Diante disso, o objetivo do presente estudo foi abordar, de modo abrangente, as técnicas abertas e laparoscópicas de reparo da hérnia inguinal. Foi realizada uma revisão integrativa da literatura atual por meio de buscas das bases de dado SciELO, PubMed e BVS.  Os descritores utilizados para encontrar os estudos relacionados foram “Hérnia inguinal” e “Manejo Cirúrgico”. Como resultado, foi observado que A técnica de Lichtenstein ainda é a mais adotada e consiste em uma inguinotomia, com uso de tela de polipropileno suturada sobre a fáscia transversal. Enquanto a abordagem laparoscópica das hérnias inguinais é uma cirurgia minimamente invasiva e tem sido a técnica de escolha por alguns cirurgiões diande dos resultados marjoritariamente positivos.
CONTRIBUIÇÕES DA REALIDADE VIRTUAL COMO RECURSO TERAPÊUTICO NA REABILITAÇÃO EM ORTOPEDIA E TRAUMATOLOGIA: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA DA LITERATURA
Authors: Felipe Gomes Pereira  , Tatiane Bahia do Vale Silva  , Janne de Jesus Bugarim Martins  , Janaina Ribeiro de Lima  , Ricardo Sérgio Chucre Rocha Junior  , Regina Marta Sousa do Rosário  , Otoniel Reis da Silva  , Lorrany Sousa Lira  , Lubiana Mariano Gadelha da Silva  , Soly Guedes de Oliveira  , Gabriel Vinícius Reis de Queiroz
Published: March 2024

O presente estudo teve como objetivo identificar no acervo literário as contribuições da realidade virtual como recurso terapêutico na reabilitação traumato-ortopédica. Trata-se uma pesquisa de abordagem qualitativa, descritiva, do tipo revisão integrativa. Os estudos foram selecionados a partir de busca online das seguintes bases de dados: SCIELO, PUBMED, BVS e PEDro. Foram incluídos artigos disponíveis na íntegra, indexados entre os anos de 2020 a 2023, nos idiomas português, inglês e espanhol. Foram coletados 710 estudos, contudo se enquadraram como amostra desta pesquisa 09 artigos. Constatou-se que a realidade virtual pode ser utilizada como recurso terapêutico para redução da intensidade dolorosa, assim como para cinesiofobia, dores crônicas e agudas em diversas regiões corporais. Identificou-se que a utilização deste recurso motiva os pacientes e agrega o aspecto lúdico no tratamento. Esta revisão permitiu concluir que a aplicação dos jogos virtuais é viável e comparável a outras abordagens fisioterapêuticas, incluindo exercícios rotineiros e, portanto, pode ser considerada uma alternativa realista para pacientes ortopédicos e/ou trauma.
Bilingual Linguistic and National Identity (A Case Study of the Sociolinguistic Surveys in Ukraine)
Authors: Yarotska Galyna
Published: March 2024

The article explores the problems of the correlation of linguistic, ethnic, and national identity, and defines related terms and concepts. It also considers the issues of bilingual individuals’ linguistic and national identity. The practical analysis of the current language situation in Ukraine, defined as bilingual, is based on a sociolinguistic survey from May 2022. The theoretical conclusions of the research define ethnic identity as the awareness of an individual’s belonging to a specific group in society and, as a result, sharing values and guidelines for their worldview and communicative behaviour with this group’s representatives. According to the survey, one of the distinguishing features of how Ukrainian citizens determine their national identity is the citizenship criterion. Therefore, national and linguistic identity is a historically changing phenomenon that, under certain conditions and at different times, is determined by the awareness of belonging to a social group within the boundaries of a single state and is associated with the state language. This identity is a two-sided semiotic, discursive construction that manifests signs to distinguish “Us” from “Them”. Currently, in Ukraine, amid the war with Russia, bilingual Ukrainians almost unanimously identify themselves as Ukrainians by nationality, which indicates unity and patriotism. Nevertheless, there are no established criteria for defining ethnic, national, and linguistic identities. The significance and relevance of the situation determine the discursive construction claiming hegemony at this historical moment under these historical conditions. In this regard, national identity is believed to be a dynamic process conditioned by the discursive construction prevailing over a given period. It unites the nation when it faces challenges to cope with.
Pandemiczne doświadczenie zła
Authors: Sawicki Adam
Published: March 2024

The article is an attempt to address the issue of evil philosophically and also in terms of theology, which is related to the global coronavirus pandemic that humanity has experienced. It emphasizes the metaphysical nature of understanding this evil, going beyond ethical categories. Difficulties in interpreting this evil as a moral consequence of original sin were pointed out. The issue of the impact of the pandemic on religious life was also raised. Attention was paid to possible attitudes towards the mysterious nature of this type of evil (heroic secular humanizm, Christian theology of suffering).
Emotional Intelligence: Concept, Theoretical Perspectives and Its Relevance on Job Performance
Authors: Mrisho David Haruna , Mseti Samweli
Published: March 2024

This study seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of emotional intelligence by reflecting on its conceptual framework, analysing the theoretical foundations that support it and evaluating its relevance in relation to job performance in workplace settings. Through this investigation, the study aims to enhance the current comprehension of emotional intelligence, shedding light on its theoretical basis and practical implications for enhancing performance in professional environments. By pursuing these aims, the study endeavours to offer valuable contributions to the field, advancing understanding of emotional intelligence and its impact on achieving success within organisational contexts. The study examines three prominent models of emotional intelligence. The first model, developed by Salovey and Mayer, establishes a foundational framework for understanding emotional intelligence as a multifaceted concept. This model outlines essential components integral to emotional intelligence, offering valuable insights into the core abilities within this domain. The Bar-On model of emotional intelligence, proposed by Reuven Bar-On, offers a comprehensive framework that emphasises the role of emotional and social factors in overall well-being and success. Bar-On's model encompasses various facets, including intrapersonal, interpersonal, adaptability, stress management, and general mood. On the other hand, Daniel Goleman's model of emotional intelligence, popularised by the author Daniel Goleman, highlights the significance of emotional competencies in personal and professional success. Goleman's model revolves around five key components: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. The paper provides the affirmative link between emotional intelligence (EI) and diverse aspects of job performance, accentuating the significance of organisations' acknowledging and nurturing the emotional competencies of their employees. Amidst the ongoing evolution of workplaces, the strategic incorporation of EI emerges as a pivotal strategy for fostering employee well-being and securing organisational prosperity