bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGARUH EKSTRAK DAUN KEMANGI (Ocimum sanctum) TERHADAP KADAR KREATININ TIKUS PUTIH (Rattus norvegicus strain wistar) YANG DIINDUKSI MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE (MSG)
Authors: Sukma Sahreni  , Hanny Mindasari  , Siti Nurfitri Anugrah Bintani
Published: October 2024

Background: Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is defined as a sudden impairment of kidney function. The main indicator of the severity of AKI is an increase in creatinine levels. One substance that can cause oxidative stress and damage the kidney system is Monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG at a dose of 4,8g/kgBB was proven to cause damage to the kidneys of mice. Flavonoids found in plants function as natural antioxidants with their ability to ward off free radical molecules. One of these plants is basil leaves (Ocimum sanctum). The aim of this research was to determine the effect of basil leaf extract on creatinine levels in white mice induced by Monosodium glutamate (MSG).
Methods: The rats in this study totaled 25, divided into 5 groups: negative control (received aquadest and standard rat feed), positive control (received MSG at 4.8g/kg body weight for 14 days), and three treatment groups (MSG + basil leaf extract at doses of 700 mg/kg body weight, 1,050 mg/kg body weight, and 1,400 mg/kg body weight for 10 days). Data analysis was conducted using One Way Anova followed by Post Hoc Tamhane test.
Results: The results of the One Way Anova test on creatinine levels showed that there was an effect after administering basil leaf extract among the five treatment groups, p = 0.000. The results of the Post Hoc Tamhane test showed that basil leaf extract had the activity of inhibiting the formation of creatinine levels which was effective at a dose of 1,050 mg/kgBW p = 0.011.
Conclusion: Based on the research results, it can be concluded that basil leaf extract can reduce creatinine levels induced by Monosodium glutamate (MSG).
Keywords: Basil Leaf Extract, Creatinine, Monosodium glutamate, Acute Kidney Injury
ANALISIS FAKTOR-FAKTOR RISIKO YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN KEJADIAN RUAM POPOK PADA BAYI DAN BALITA DI KELURAHAN TANJUNG BUNTUNG
Authors: Sudarsono  , Nopri Esmiralda  , Eshan Ratu Azzahra
Published: October 2024

Background: Diaper rash (diaper dermatitis) is an inflammatory eruption in the area covered by diapers. The usual initial symptoms of diaper rash are mild redness in the area around the use of diapers that is limited in nature accompanied by abrasions or minor wounds on the skin, shiny, sometimes similar to burns and wetness, red spots and swelling in the area most exposed to diapers.
Method: This study is an observational analytic study using a cross sectional approach conducted in Tanjung Buntung Subdistrict, the work area of the Tanjung Buntung Health Center, Batam City in December 2023. The sampling technique was accidental sampling technique with a total sample size of 60 respondents. The data analysis used was univariate analysis and bivariate analysis with the Chi-Square test
Result: From the results of the study, it was found that the type of diaper, frequency of changing diapers, and diarrhea had an association with the incidence of diaper rash. The results of the Chi-Square statistical test obtained a p value for the type of diaper with the incidence of diaper rash 0.036 (<0.05), the p value for the frequency of changing diapers with the incidence of diaper rash 0.042 (<0.05), and the p value for diarrhea with the incidence of diaper rash 0.000 (<0.05).
Conclusion: Based on this study, there is a relationship between diaper type, frequency of diaper changing, and diarrhea with the incidence of diaper rash in infants and toddlers in Tanjung Buntung Subdistrict.
 
 
Keywords: Diapers, Diarrhea, Diaper Rash
Análisis de Rendimiento entre Procedimientos Almacenados y Consultas Tradicionales: Caso de Estudio en los Módulos de Archivos y Préstamos en el Sistema del CECyTEG
Authors: Riaño Calixto Luis Angel , Trujillo Colón Uziel
Published: October 2024

Este artículo explora los diversos métodos de almacenamiento de datos utilizados en las bases de datos de los sistemas de gestión documental. El objetivo principal es analizar y proporcionar una visión clara y detallada sobre el rendimiento de los procedimientos almacenados y las consultas tradicionales en áreas como tiempo de ejecución, integridad de datos, escalabilidad, usabilidad, mantenibilidad y seguridad, facilitando la toma de decisiones sobre cuál método utilizar en cada caso. La metodología incluye una revisión de la literatura existente y estudios de caso en instituciones que han implementado estos métodos en sus sistemas, complementada por pruebas que detallan los resultados obtenidos. Los resultados destacan mejoras significativas en seguridad, mantenimiento y escalabilidad para los procedimientos almacenados, aunque también se identifican ventajas en las consultas tradicionales, como un mejor rendimiento en consultas menos complejas o exigentes. En conclusión, el artículo sugiere que, dependiendo del caso, tanto los procedimientos almacenados como las consultas tradicionales ofrecen oportunidades prometedoras para optimizar el rendimiento del sistema y la gestión de recursos.
Lupus eritematoso sistemico y embarazo, descripcion de las complicaciones, seguimiento y particularidades del manejo en la etapa gestacional de un problema clinico complejo
Authors: Santucci Chacón Luigi , Velásquez Rodríguez Juan Camilo , González Martínez Jesús David , Pérez Alquichire Laura Kamila , González Fuentes Karina Estefany , Boada Pérez Paula Andrea , González Martínez José Andrés , Meléndez Pedraza María Paula , Ortiz Beltran Juan Nicolas , Medina Ardila Diego Antonio , Pérez Ardila Laritza Johana
Published: October 2024

El LES es una enfermedad autoinmune multisistémica que afecta predominantemente a mujeres en edad reproductiva, lo que plantea desafíos adicionales debido a las complicaciones materno-fetales. Las principales complicaciones incluyen el parto prematuro, la preeclampsia y el síndrome antifosfolípido, entre otros, los cuales pueden aumentar el riesgo de pérdida fetal, crecimiento intrauterino retardado y complicaciones neonatales como el bloqueo cardíaco congénito. El manejo adecuado del LES en el embarazo requiere una planificación cuidadosa, control prenatal riguroso y un enfoque multidisciplinario. Se destaca el uso de medicamentos como la hidroxicloroquina para reducir la actividad de la enfermedad y los riesgos asociados, mientras que otros tratamientos deben evitarse debido a sus efectos teratogénicos. En el postparto, la lactancia materna se considera segura, y las complicaciones neonatales como el lupus neonatal suelen resolverse sin necesidad de intervención adicional.
Perfil Profesional y el Ejercicio Docente de los Educadores Ecuatoriano
Authors: Becerra Apolo Wilma Lorena , Navarrete Marín Livia Patricia , Izquierdo Patiño Sandra Narcisa , Chacón Alcívar Diego Eduardo , Ochoa Chango Norma Liliana , Condoy Machuca Milton Euclides
Published: October 2024

El presente artículo se enfocó en el análisis y la revisión del “Perfil profesional y el ejercicio docente de los educadores ecuatorianos”. Debido a los cambios constantes que sufre la sociedad producto de los avances económicos, políticos y tecnológicos, se ve la necesidad de fomentar un tipo de docentes que respondan a estas necesidades que demanda la sociedad, buscando siempre la mejora de los procesos de enseñanza y aprendizaje, este análisis parte desde la mirada cualitativa y apoyada en la investigación analítica documental. La recolección de datos se lo hizo a través de fuentes indexadas como Scielo, Ciencia Latina, Dialnet e información ofrecida por el MINEDUC. De lo consultado se pudo encontrar que los principales factores que limitan su accionar son: la formación inicial y continua, la estabilidad laboral, infraestructura y materiales de apoyo didáctico, la sobrepoblación estudiantil, el crecimiento profesional, el clima laboral. De lo expuesto se concluye, que el estado debe asumir su responsabilidad político en todos los aspectos relacionados a la educación y más con el magisterio, por otro lado, se debe potenciar los estímulos a docentes que sobresalen en su labor, que las evaluaciones sean un instrumento que sirva para potenciar las debilidades profesionales.
Implementación de la Metodología DMAIC para la Reducción de Scrap en la Industria Automotriz
Authors: Villafranca Díaz de León Gilberto Ezequiel , Zapata Rebolloso Apolinar , Alcalá Salinas Claudio Alejandro , Treviño Uribe José Javier
Published: October 2024

La presente investigación nos habla sobre un caso práctico en la industria automotriz donde se busca la reducción de scrap en una línea de producción. Se realizó una investigación para detectar el área de producción con mayores costos de scrap y después de identifico la razón de scrap que más aportaba rechazos, en este caso fue el modo de falla de forkbolt lento. Al conocer esta información el objetivo planteado fue disminuir al menos en un 50% el promedio mensual de los costos de scrap por la condición de forkbolt lento de los últimos 3 meses el cual fue de $2313.57 dólares, para lograr este objetivo se utilizó la metodología DMAIC que mediante sus paso estructurados se logra la percepción profunda del problema hasta la identificación de las causas para su eliminación, los pasos DMAIC utilizados son Definir, Medir, Analizar, Mejorar y Controlar donde a través de ellos y el uso de diferentes herramientas de calidad se procura la obtención de los resultados esperados. Al final de la implementación de la metodología se logró una reducción del promedio mensual del 73% terminando en $609.10 dólares en los siguientes 3 meses después de las acciones correctivas.
Estrategias de Retención Estudiantil, Implementadas por la Facultad de Ciencias Contables, Administrativas y Económicas, Periodo Académico 2018 Al 2022
Authors: Cabral Acosta Basilia Elizabeth , Cabral Acosta Cledia Lucia , Cabral Acosta Karen Romina
Published: October 2024

Este trabajo de investigación aborda las Estrategias de retención estudiantil, implementadas por la Facultad de Ciencias Contables, Administrativas y Económicas, periodo académico 2018 al 2022, se plantea como objetivo describir las estrategias de retención estudiantil, en el ámbito socioeconómicos, académico y en el ámbito personal. En el trabajo se presenta la metodología aplicada que se basa en el enfoque cualitativo, donde se realizó una revisión   sistemática de las informaciones institucionales, realizando un análisis documental de los informes elevados por la coordinación de Bienestar estudiantil. Se describen los resultados obtenidos de todas las estrategias implementadas para la retención de los estudiantes en la facultad y discusión de los mismos realizando un análisis crítico de las informaciones recabadas. Por último, se llega a la conclusión de que la Facultad ejecuto estrategias de retención estudiantil durante todo el periodo académico 2018 al 2022, algunos mecanismos o reglamentaciones fueron modificados o creados durante las experiencias en el transcurrir de estos cinco años.
Identification of Tampering in Arabic Text Documents Using Zero-Watermarking Algorithm
Authors: Mohammed Abdulmaged Shahbaa , Mohammed Abdulmaged Nadia , Mohammed Farhan Aumama
Published: October 2024

The internet makes sharing information easy, but protecting copyrights and verifying the authentication of online text remains a challenge. Current methods for securing Arabic text are limited. This research introduces a new tool: a zero watermark algorithm designed specifically for Arabic text. This new algorithm protects Arabic text by analyzing its content. It creates a watermark based on a chosen keyword (at least 6 characters, no duplicates), and how often each character appears in different forms (separate, connected), and positions (beginning, middle, and end) within the text. The proposed method was tested on nine different Arabic text samples of varying size, simulating various tampering attempts like inserting, deleting, and rephrasing text. The results are impressive, showing that the algorithm outperforms existing methods in detecting even minor changes.
Enhancing Operational Efficiency through Stopwatch Time Study: A Systematic Approach for Performance Evaluation
Authors: Mohd Azhar Mohd Faris Afiq , Ahmad Aida Husna , Jamaludin Mohd Hazrein , Osman Saliza Azlina , Osman Shahrul Azmir
Published: October 2024

Enhancing Operational Efficiency through Stopwatch Time Study: A Systematic Approach for Performance Evaluation
EEG Channel Estimation using CNN-Based Depression Classifier
Authors: Navea Roy Francis , Aranda Elaine Marie , Alipio Melchizedek , Roxas Nicanor Jr , Ortaliz Neil Laurence , Medrano Mark Brendon , Awang Saidatul Ardeenawatie
Published: October 2024

Depression is a mental disorder that results to deteriorating effects in the lives of many people around the world. Traditional methods of diagnosing depression are based on interviews and questionaries. However, there were studies that have shown the possibilities of detecting depression biomarkers and perform classification. Electroencephalogram (EEG) analysis is one way of doing this. A series of signal processing techniques were used to streamline EEG data into a form which are recognizable by a machine learning algorithm. In this study, a convolutional neural network (CNN) – based depression classifier was used to classify depression using three EEG systems with 5, 16, and 128 channel locations. The aim is to estimate if there are differences in terms of classification performance. Results show that a system with locations for 5 and 16 EEG channels can achieve 98% accuracy like a 128-channel system. Hence, EEG systems with fewer number of electrodes can be utilized for depression classification applications.
Climate change mitigation and women’s economic empowerment
Authors: Aman Sohail , Tameez-ud-din Asad , Afraz Nadeem , Ehtisham Madeeha , Khan Junaid
Published: October 2024

In Pakistan, a country acutely vulnerable to climate change, this study delved into the gendered dynamics of climate sensitivity. It analyzed the correlation between gender and climate vulnerability, with a particular focus on the disproportionate influences on women and the efficacy of adaptation policies. The results showed stark gender disparities in health outcomes, with women more susceptible to the harmful effects of extreme weather events. Women in rural areas struggle to maintain their livelihoods due to water and pasture scarcity, affecting the cattle industry. Additionally, women in agriculture face economic hardships, resource constraints, and societal barriers that compound the adverse effects of climate change on their livelihoods. The paucity of food and water presents significant concerns, resulting in malnutrition and health hazards for women. Women in rural locations are compelled to depend on detrimental fuel sources due to energy shortages, which adversely affect their respiratory health. Conversely, in metropolitan settings, women have limitations in accessing vital services. The study highlights the importance of implementing policies that are sensitive to gender issues and include women in the decision-making processes related to climate change in order to establish communities that are able to withstand and recover from adverse conditions. The policy implications encompass several measures such as adapting to climate change, ensuring women's participation, investing in assistance for rural livelihoods, managing disasters, and promoting gender equality in climate governance. It is crucial to raise awareness and educate people about the gender-specific impacts of climate change in order to strengthen resilience.
Impacts of Climatic Changes and Air Pollution on Public health and Environment
Authors: Haq Nawaz Haq Nawaz , Muhammad Umar Muhammad Umar , Farah Parvaiz Farah Parvaiz , Muhammad Tahir Shehzad Muhammad Tahir Shehzad , Afraz Iman
Published: October 2024

Air pollution is an emerging highlight in developing countries in changing climate, it is considered one of the greatest concerns of public, individual, and environmental health. The rate of mortality and morbidity seems to increase due to air contamination. There are many types of air pollutants, some of the major air pollutants are particulate matter (PM), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur oxides (SOx), and lead (Pb). PM  are minute suspended particles that can inhaled while breathing and cause cardiovascular and respiratory disorders, nervous system diseases, and cancer. High levels of CO inhalation cause poisoning in humans. Nitrogen oxides are latent greenhouse gases with high global warming potential and deplete the ozone layer. SOx causes intoxication when absorbed by the human body. When lead is absorbed by the human body by inhalation it may cause toxicity, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, and lung cancer. Thereafter air pollution and changing climate lead to the spread of many infectious diseases. Hence, the way to manage this problem of air pollution is to make the public aware of impacts and management practices. The scientific and medical experts should conduct multidisciplinary research at the national and international level to sort out this problem in a sustainable way.
Marker assisted selection and genome recovery for heat tolerance in segregants of rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: V. Silpa , P. Sindhumole , Joseph Jiji , Mathew Deepu , Francies Rose Mary
Published: October 2024

Abstract In the present global warming scenario, it is urgent to impart heat tolerance into the popular high yielding rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties to reduce yield loss to a great extent. Uma (a prevalent red-grained rice variety in Kerala) was crossed with Nagina 22 (N22), the popular donor for heat tolerance. From the seven promising heat-tolerant F3 plants previously identified through marker assisted selection and field screening, F4 lines (58 nos.) were raised and characterised morphologically. Heat tolerance was scored under natural heat stress during hot summer months in field conditions. Among the evaluated F4 progenies, 26 promising plants registered >75% spikelet fertility. Double panicles were observed in some of the tillers of fourteen F4 plants. During the selection with reported polymorphic markers between parents, all the 26 F4 plants produced the corresponding amplicon for RM5749 (linked marker for heat tolerance in the parental cross Uma x N22) and also for RM9, RM201, RM208, RM225, RM242, RM495, RM3586, RM6100, RM6836, and RM26212, corresponding to the heat tolerant parent N22. Genomic analysis revealed 64% recovery of the Uma genome in seven F4 plants, with maximum genomic regions of Uma on the chromosomes 3 and 5. These promising F4 plants could be forwarded to generate stable and high yielding heat tolerant rice varieties. The identified markers could be used for linkage analysis and QTL mapping in future. Keywords: Heat stress; Rice; spikelet fertility; SSR; QTL
Inter and intra cross variability analysis in F3 generation of mung bean [Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek]
Authors: P. K. Nayak , C. L. Khatik , M. Khan , Chandra Kailash , J. Lal , D. Tripathi , K.C. Verma , M.A. Khan
Published: October 2024

Abstract The present investigation was conducted to evaluate 12 crosses of mungbean genotypes for 11 characters to access the extent of genetic variability and to comprehend the heritable aspect of variation for grain yield and its related characters. All the 12 crosses were raised in a compact family block design with three replications in two environments during the kharif season of 2022. The analysis of variance indicated significant variations among the families for grain yield and all other characters in both environments. Conversely, differences among the progenies within a family varied depending on specific trait and environment (E1) to environment (E2). Inter cross variability revealed high GCV and PCV for primary branches per plant in both environments. High estimates of PCV were recorded for pods per plant and grain yield per plant in both environments and for clusters per plant in E2. High estimates of heritability were exhibited by primary branches per plant in both the environments and plant height in E1. High estimates of genetic advance as per cent of mean were observed for primary branches per plant and plant height in both environments. Inter cross variability revealed that the highest magnitude of heritability was recorded by family C1 and C7 for grain yield per plant in E1 and E2 respectively. The highest magnitude of genetic advance as per cent of mean was exhibited by family C3 for primary branches per plant in E1 and by family C12 for clusters per plant in E2. Keywords: Genetic variability, Inter cross variability, Heritability, Mungbean
Unveiling genetic basis of yield and salinity tolerance in rice (Oryza sativa L.) through insights from generation mean analysis
Authors: K. Pravin Kumar , R. Pushpam , P. Jeyaprakash
Published: October 2024

Abstract Rice (Oryza sativa L) serves as a primary food source for over a billion people worldwide and is encountering challenges in yield due to the increasing global population and climate changes. Understanding the genetic variations that underlie complex traits is crucial for its enhancement and this can be accomplished through generation mean analysis. In this study, investigation was made to study the genetic mechanisms governing important quantitative traits, specifically yield and salinity tolerance in rice. The study involved six generations (P1, P2, F1, F2, B1 and B2) resulting from two crosses between three parents. The investigation specifically focused on generation mean analysis, assessing twelve traits includes days to flowering, plant height , total number of tillers , number of productive tillers , panicle length, flag leaf length, flag leaf width, number of filled grains per panicle, total number of grains per panicle, spikelet fertility, thousand-grain weight and single plant yield in the two crosses. In Cross I (ADT 45 × APD 19002), traits such as plant height, days to fifty percent flowering, total number of tillers and total number of grains per panicle exhibited opposing signs for dominance × dominance (l) and dominance (h), indicating a prevalence of duplicate epistasis. At the same time, additive and additive × additive gene effects influenced total number of tillers, plant height, total number of grains per panicle, number of filled grains per panicle and spikelet fertility. In Cross II (CO 54 × APD 19002), total number of tillers, plant height, flag leaf length, total number of grains per panicle, spikelet fertility and single plant yield suggested a predominance of duplicate epistasis. Further, the total number of grains per panicle, total number of tillers per plant, spikelet fertility and thousand-grain weight were primarily governed by additive and additive × additive gene effects. These observations show the feasibility of enhancement through selection in subsequent generations, emphasizing the necessity of integrating selection with salinity tolerance screening for the development of high-yield, salinity-tolerant rice varieties. Keywords: Scaling test, genetic effects, salinity tolerance
Elucidating the genetic potential of hybrids derived from elite maize (Zea mays L.) inbreds for economic traits under North-Western Himalayan condition
Authors: Sharma Gaurav , Chandel Uttam , Kumar Sawan , Guleria Satish Kumar , Kumar Nimit
Published: October 2024

Abstract This study was conducted to evaluate the combining ability of newly acquired maize inbred lines over the environments. Twenty-eight crosses developed by crossing eight elite inbreds in a half-diallel mating design were evaluated during kharif, 2019 for 12 agro-morphological traits in RBD with two replications at two different environments reflecting diverse agro-climatic and ecological conditions of North-Western Himalayas (SAREC, Kangra and HAREC, Bajaura). Analysis of variance showed that there was sufficient amount of genetic variability in the material studied. In accordance to Bartlett’s test, error variance was homogeneous only for six traits. Estimates of σ2SCA were higher as compared to σ2GCA both within and across environments for all the traits, except days to 75 per cent brown husk at Kangra, representing prevalence of non-additive gene action for these traits. The inbred line B73 at Bajaura, and LM14 at Kangra were found to be good general combiner for most traits. The inbreds with good GCA can be used as potential parents for the development of high yielding single cross maize hybrids. The hybrid combinations namely, B73 × BAJIM1811 and BAJIM1522 × BAJIM1811 were identified as potentially superior ones at Kangra and Bajaura environments. The identified promising hybrids need further assessment for their superiority in performance across the locations and over years. Keywords: General combining ability, specific combining ability, gene action and maize.
Genetic inheritance studies in rice (Oryza sativa L.) for grain protein, quality and yield
Authors: V. Bharali , S. Yadla , R. A. Fiyaz , V. S. Rao , A. K. Jukanti
Published: October 2024

The present study was undertaken to investigate the genetic parameters of yield component and quality traits of the F3 population from BPT 5204 and JAK-686 cross in rice. High heritability and high genetic advance as a percentage of the mean were recorded for productive tillers per plant, grains per panicle, panicle length and grain yield per plant indicating the effectiveness of direct phenotypic selection for improvement of these traits. For traits such as grains per panicle, 1000 grain weight, amylose content and grain protein content, the magnitude of additive (d) effects surpassed dominance (h) gene effects. This implies that phenotypic selection using methods like pureline selection, mass selection would be beneficial. Gel consistency exhibited complimentary gene interaction. Furthermore, duplicate gene interaction was prevalent in traits like days to 50% flowering, productive tillers per plant, plant height, panicle length, grain yield per plant, kernel length, kernel breadth, and kernel L/B ratio, making selection in later generations more effective. The inheritance studies highlighted the importance of selecting desired recombinants from the segregating population to enhance rice quality as well as grain yield. Keywords: Rice, Grain protein content, Quality, Variability, Heritability, Gene action
Estimation of genetic components and assessing heterosis association with molecular markers in half diallel derived rice hybrids developed with landraces of NE India
Authors: M. James , P. Magudeeswari , Lap Bharati , K. Lokeshkumar , Tyagi Wricha , Rai Mayank
Published: October 2024

Combining ability and heterosis were estimated in 45 rice hybrids generated by mating 10 parents, comprising both land races and advance breeding lines, in half diallel fashion. Hayman’s graphical analysis showed that all the twelve morphological traits studied had significant positive dominance variance. Narrow sense heritability was high for Days to fifty percentage flowering, Plant height, Panicle length and Test weight (> 30 %), and low for Grain yield per plant. According to the VrWr graph, traits like GYPP, PL, PH, TN and plot yield showed partial dominance, whereas traits like Blast disease index showed overdominance. A significant improvement over check was observed for heterosis and the crosses Mynri x CAUS103, Joha x CAUS107, CAUS 126 x CAUS107 and CAUS103 x CP, exhibited significantly positive standard heterosis for GYPP (>80 %) and PY (>100 %). Genetic distance based on fourteen markers revealed significant positive association with mid parent and better parent heterosis for Spikelet’s per plant, Filled grains per plant, Harvest index, Grain yield per plant, Panicle number and Plot yield. Therefore, it is evident that crosses with larger genetic distance between the parents gave hybrids with higher heterosis. Keywords: Landraces, Hayman’s graphical analysis, Heterosis, Genetic distance
Combining ability and gene action analysis in okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench)
Authors: Kumar Rajneesh , Pandey Manoj Kumar , Kumari Smita , Chouhan Shambhu , Tutlani Aman
Published: October 2024

The present research was conducted in Okra to study combining ability and gene action in a set of 28 F1s developed by crossing seven lines and four testers. The experiment was laid out in a Randomized Block Design with three replications and observations were recorded on 12 traits viz. days to 50% flowering, days to first picking, number of internodes, number of branches plant-1, fruit length at maturity and harvest, number of fruits plant-1, number of seeds fruit-1, seed index, fruit weight, yield per plant and plant height. The results revealed that two lines viz., VRO-4 and Sel-2 were excellent general combiners for most of the traits in both positive and negative direction as per desirable traits. Cross VRO-6 x Varsha Uphar recorded highly significant SCA effects for eight traits and GAO-5 x GJO-3 for yield trait. Variance due to GCA was less than SCA, and the GCA/SCA ratio was less than unity indicating preponderance of non-additive gene action for all the traits. This suggested the feasibility of exploitation of heterosis. Keywords: Gene action, Fruit yield, Okra, GCA and SCA
Deciphering the estimates of combining ability and heterosis for selecting superior parents and hybrids in rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: L. Krishna , Y. Chandra Mohan , T. Virender Jeet Singh , K. Sai Kylash , G. Prasana , K. Krishna , N. R. G Varma , R. Jagadeeshwar
Published: October 2024

Twenty F1s, parents and checks viz., MTU 1010 and RNR 15048 were assessed for grain yield and its contributing attributes to study combining ability and heterosis. The mean of hybrids was greater than that of the parents except for days to 50% flowering and plant height. For majority of the investigated characters, the analysis of variance indicated considerable variations among parents and hybrids. Degree of dominance was more than unity for majority of traits including grain yield. For the examined characters, SCA variances were equal to GCA variances, indicating the dominance of additive and non-additive gene activity. The traits days to 50 % flowering, plant height, panicle length, test weight, kernel length and kernel length/breadth ratio showed additive gene action whereas the remaining traits showed non-additive gene action. The gca effects revealed that among the lines IR 72 had significant gca effects in desired direction for yield and yield attributing traits. Among the 20 hybrids, MTU 1001 x Akshyadhan was found to be a good specific combiner for grain yield per plant. Similarly, the hybrids NLR 34449 x IR10N270 and IR 72 x IR10N270 were found to be good specific combiners for grain yield and yield contributing characters. The standard heterosis of these three hybrids was positively significant over the check varieties MTU 1010 and RNR 15048. Based on mean, sca and heterosis estimates, MTU 1001 x Akshyadhan, NLR 34449 x IR10N270 and IR 72 x IR10N270 were identified as promising hybrids. Keywords: Combining ability, gene action, heterosis and hybrid rice
РАЗНООБРАЗИЕ ФИТОПЛАНКТОНА НИЖНЕЙ ОБИ
Authors: Митрофанова Е. Ю.
Published: October 2024

The paper presents the results of the phytoplankton study in the Lower Ob at three sections (Azov, Kazym Mys and Salemal) of the main channels at the surface and at various layers within the Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug during different periods of the hydrological cycle in 2020–2022. In general, 204 species (236 taxa) of algae from nine divisions were identiﬁed, with the largest contribution of diatoms (42.8%) and green (30.1%) algae. The phytoplankton diversity increases from the upper sections of the river (Azov and Kazym Mys) to the lower one (Salemal), and from the under-ice period in March-April to the June ﬂood and maximum development in early August after maximum warming of the water. Based on the results of electron microscopic research, a diverse composition of diatoms, especially centric forms, was revealed.
ОБЩИЕ ПРОБЛЕМЫ ЛЕСОВОССТАНОВЛЕНИЯ НАРУШЕННЫХ ТЕРРИТОРИЙ И ЗЕЛЕНОГО СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВА В МАГАДАНСКОЙ ОБЛАСТИ
Authors: Москалюк Т. А. , Докучаева В. Б.
Published: October 2024

Reforestation of disturbed landscapes and the creation of a comfortable urban environment are important environmental problems of the Magadan region. To solve them, forest-nurseries are needed to grow planting material in the right quantity and the correct range. Three main directions have been identified that should be taken into account when organizing nurseries. To provide scientific support for introduction nurseries in the region, it is necessary to create a botanical garden.
Экспресс-оценка продуктивности доминирующих растений тундры (на примере севера Хараулахского хребта)
Authors: Николин Е. Г.
Published: October 2024

The necessity of conducting an operational assessment of the productivity of the most important forage tundra plants by the mowing method with a minimum sample area (0.01 m2) is substantiated. Information is provided on the application of this method in the tundra of the north of the Kharaulakh Range using the example of 20 dominant species.
Wireless Smart Lighting System: A Cost-Effective Approach to Energy Saving with Centralized Control for Large-Scale Campus Infrastructure
Authors: Mohankumar A.  , Gowtham R.  , Elango K.  , Ajay S.
Published: October 2024

In order to improve lighting management throughout a campus infrastructure, operational flexibility, and energy efficiency, this study suggests a wireless smart lighting system with centralized control. The system combines wireless sensors, LED illumination, and a central control unit to manage lighting according to occupancy, the time of day, and environmental factors. Significant energy savings are possible since the system may be remotely monitored and optimized through the use of a wireless communication protocol. Phases of the implementation included installing sensors and LEDs, setting up a centralized control system, and evaluating the campus lighting infrastructure. The outcomes demonstrate a significant reduction in energy use, easier upkeep, and better illumination around the campus. Energy-efficient and environmentally friendly lighting solutions are in high demand, particularly in huge infrastructures like college campuses. Conventional lighting systems frequently need human operation and are inefficient, which increases operational complexity and wasteful energy use. A wireless smart lighting system with centralized control that is specifically designed for campus infrastructures is suggested in this research. Using wireless sensors, LED lights, and a centralized control unit, the system dynamically modifies illumination according to occupancy, ambient light levels, and time of day in real time.
Energy Auditing Measures for a Private Educational Institution in Sta. Ana Pampanga: A Case Study
Authors: L. David Anthony , J. Quiroz Aristotle , Bullag Jr. Flonard G. , J. Canlas James Matthew , S. Relato Joselito Jr. , F. Villanueva Mark John , C. Tolentino Armie , R. Pampo Freneil , D. Parungao Ralph Laurence
Published: October 2024

One of the ways to identify the areas of the building that wastes energy then reduces energy consumption is by conducting an energy audit. This study aimed to conduct an energy audit, specifically a Walk-Through Analysis, on Holy Cross College, a Type 1 Designated Establishment. Specifically, it evaluated the energy consumption practices of the institution when it comes to their lighting system, equipment usage, employee energy conservation practices, air-conditioning units, and building envelope. Aside from the result of the qualitative observations of the researchers, they also conducted a quantitative energy conservation assessment brought by the illumination and cooling systems of HCC. It was found out that there are energy saving opportunities that could be utilized by the institution to reduce their energy consumption and save utility costs. The results of the analysis showed that the ACUs of every building is the system where energy is being wasted or used inefficiently. The EEMS proposed by the researchers were all presented with references and their corresponding investment cost and level of savings. Aside from that, if every room in each building were to set their ACUs to 24 degrees Celsius, they would be able to save an approximate of 15063.84 kWh which is worth ₱ 115,153.18 monthly. Lastly, if HCC is to invest and utilize twenty-six pieces of 15W LED Bulb for replacement in the college corridor, the total investment cost would be ₱ 3,250.00 which has a return on investment of 214.2%, and a payback period of about 3 months and 25 days.
Desain Lemari untuk Masjid di Kecamatan Cisaat Kabupaten Sukabumi
Authors: Dani Mardiyana  , Lazuardi Akmal Islami  , Zaid Sulaiman  , Dodi Iwan Sumarno  , Fabrobi Fazlur Ridha  , Faturrohman Al-Ghozi  , Reka Ramadhan
Published: October 2024

Cisaat Subdistrict has many mosques that are actively used by the community for various religious and social activities. However, based on an initial survey, it was found that many mosques in this area still lack adequate storage facilities to store various religious items such as Qur'ans, Islamic books, prayer garments (mukena), and sarongs. To address this need, the social service team designed a cabinet using a systematic and structured design method with a minimalist and ergonomic concept. The mosque cabinet design was created using Autodesk Inventor software with dimensions of 800 mm in length, 350 mm in width, and 1200 mm in height. The design for storing sarongs and prayer garments uses a closed concept (drawers), while the design for storing Islamic books and Qur'ans uses an open concept (shelves). Through this social service program, it is expected that an optimal design can be obtained to meet the cabinet needs of mosques in Cisaat Subdistrict, making this design a reference for mosque management committees in creating optimal and functional mosque cabinets.
Archaeological Investigations at the Church of Saint Mary, Princes Risborough, 2005 and 2011
Authors: Yeates Stephen J. , Blinkhorn Paul , Williams Gwilym , Harvey Linzi , Čelovský Andrej , Fitzsimon Eoin
Published: October 2024

An evaluation (2005) and a watching brief (2011) were carried out at Saint Mary’s church, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire by John Moore Heritage Services. These investigations retrieved finds of Iron Age and Roman date, and, importantly, identified a number of earlier structural phases, which enables a major re-interpretation of the development of the church. Previous interpretations of the church had suggested a simple nave and chancel structure that pre-dated the 13th century, followed by a lengthening of the nave in the 14th century. Excavations showed this to be incorrect. Limited archaeological evidence survives for a Phase 1 building, poorly dated, but probably pre-10th century. The Phase 2 structure, over which the present nave sits, was initially longer with earlier walls under the tower and to the west of the tower, probably of a 10th century church. In the 13th century, the aisles were added on the north and south sides, and the arcades inserted. In the 14th century the west end of the church was reduced in length. In the 15th century the present tower was built. Further internal but minor phases can be detected from the late 16th to the early 19th century. In 1867-8 the church was repaired, and in places reconstructed. The primary purpose of this article is to discuss the recognised alterations to the phasing of the church, and to place this in a larger landscape context. For the purposes of this paper, the term lay church is used, which relates to royal minsters and other churches founded in greater minster’s parochiae but were where tithes were tied to the manor’s church.
Covering and dressing the dead: situating Viking Age furnished graves at Christian cemeteries in the Irish Sea area
Authors: Ramsey-Brimberg Danica
Published: October 2024

This article explores the relationship between Christian clerics and Scandinavian-influenced ‘pagan’ laity in the Irish Sea region through the lens of furnished burials, considered here as an alternative to the traditional unfurnished ‘Christian’ burial in and around churches during the 9th to 11th centuries. It aims to highlight how the processes of Christianisation and settlement were even more complicated and diverse than previously portrayed, and how Viking Age furnished graves had parallels with unfurnished burials around the Irish Sea area, fruitfully complicating the idea of a distinct ‘Christian/Pagan’ divide. An analysis of the materials used to contain and cover the dead at the ecclesiastical sites of the Irish Sea region is conducted, with a case study on St. Peter’s Church and St. Patrick’s Chapel in Heysham, Lancashire. How these materials, graves, and sites embody the idea of glocalisation is then explored, particularly as burial practices were adapted, utilising materials and constructions found in both Irish Sea and Scandinavian cultures.
Lethal grip for an endangered endemic frog: The freshwater crab Potamon karpathos (Decapoda, Potamidae) preys on Karpathos water frog Pelophylax cerigensis (Anura, Ranidae)
Authors: Christopoulos Apostolos , Kotselis Christos , Protopappas Dinos , Spaneli Vassia , Pafilis Panayiotis
Published: October 2024

Invertebrate predation on amphibians is widespread, although unreported in Europe. Here, we present documented predation of the Karpathos water frog (Pelophylax cerigensis) by the crab Potamon karpathos. Pelophylax cerigensis is an endangered, endemic species exclusively found on the Rhodes and Karpathos Islands in the South Aegean Sea, Greece. The Karpathos population is at risk due to limited suitable habitats and a scarcity of freshwater bodies on the island. From April to October, when there is no rain on the island, frogs and crabs cohabitate, sharing the same shallow ditches. Incidents of frog predation by crabs are common, indicated by numerous individuals with amputated limbs and scars, representing an additional threat to the endangered frog. Further research on the interactions between the two species is urgently required, as it has direct conservation implications.
Study of flammable gases generation and radionuclide release during and after drying of damaged VVER SNF
Authors: Gaiazov Artem Z. , Leshchenko Anton Iu. , Smirnov Valery P. , Zvir Elena A. , Ilyin Pavel A. , Teplov Vadim G.
Published: October 2024

The paper presents an experimental evaluation of drying the damaged VVER SNF after the wet storage. The aim of the experiments was to justify the fire safety of air-tight canisters with the dried SNF during transportation, storage, and reprocessing. Keeping the SNF in boric acid during the experiments determined the concentration of uranium, plutonium, and specific activity of fission products in the solution inside the model canisters with the SNF. The canisters with the SNF underwent the thermal vacuum drying to determine the process parameters (temperature, residual pressure, drying rate), a hydrogen release, 85Kr activity during the drying, and an airborne radionuclide release onto the filters of the SNF thermal vacuum drying system. The results of weighing the baskets of the canisters before soaking in the boric acid and after drying at 160 °С to the residual pressure below 6 mbar showed that the difference in weight is almost the same as the calculated difference in weight of H3BO3 loaded into the canister and the weight after the complete decomposition into B2O3. Thus, we have discovered that the boric acid undergoes complete decomposition into boric anhydride, and the SNF corrosion products generate hydrogen that accumulates in the air-tight canister. We also considered the hydrogen that accumulated in the air-tight model canister with the dried SNF as a result of the radiolysis of hydrated corrosion products of the spent oxide nuclear fuel, as well as a release of gaseous fission products (GFP) inside the canister. We calculated the quantity of the hydrated corrosion products of uranium oxide after the wet storage and determined their chemical composition after the thermal-vacuum drying. The equation with an exponential decay function describes the hydrogen accumulation. The calculated maximum volume of hydrogen and uranium in the SNF corrosion products suggests that the SNF corrosion product is schoepite with the number of gyrated water molecules corresponding to the formulas from UO3·0.95H2O to UO3·1.5H2O. The received data allows for the fire safety justification of drying the wet damaged SNF and handling the dried SNF during transportation and storage.
Recent Trends in Noninvasive Tests for Assessing Hepatic Fibrosis in Patients with Chronic Liver Disease
Authors: Yu Jung Hwan
Published: October 2024

Hepatic fibrosis is a critical factor in predicting hepatocellular carcinoma occurrence and prognosis in patients with liver disease, making its accurate assessment essential for managing chronic liver disease. Traditionally, liver biopsy has been the standard method for evaluating hepatic fibrosis. However, due to its invasive nature and the limitation of sampling only a small portion of the liver, it is not suitable for widespread use in chronic liver disease patients. Recently, there has been growing interest in noninvasive tests for assessing hepatic fibrosis, including imaging techniques and serum biomarkers. These noninvasive tests are being continuously developed and are increasingly being utilized to evaluate the prognosis of chronic liver disease patients and to inform clinical practice. This paper reviews the recent trends in noninvasive methods for assessing hepatic fibrosis in patients with chronic liver disease, based on studies published to date.
Clinical Outcomes of Peptic Ulcer Bleeding
Authors: Cha Boram
Published: October 2024

Despite advancements in endoscopic technology and drug therapy, the high mortality and rebleeding rates associated with hemorrhagic peptic ulcers remain a concern. Although further research is needed to validate contributing factors, I recommend use of the Rockall score to predict the rebleeding risk in patients with peptic ulcers. Greater caution should be exercised, particularly in hospitalized patients, those who have undergone pancreatic surgery, and those with bleeding due to Dieulafoy’s lesions. Delaying resumption of an oral diet for at least 24 hours after endoscopic bleeding control is also advisable.
Comparison of Clinical Outcomes between Drug-Eluting Balloons and Drug-Eluting Stents in Patients with Small Coronary Artery Disease
Authors: Kim Man Su , Park Seong Ho , Oh Seok , Hyun Dae Yong , Lee Seung Hun , Lim Yong Hwan , Ahn Jun Ho , Cho Kyung Hoon , Kim Min Chul , Sim Doo Sun , Hong Young Joon , Kim Ju Han , Ahn Youngkeun , Jeong Myung Ho
Published: October 2024

Background/Aims: Drug-eluting balloons (DEBs) represent a novel therapeutic approach for patients with small coronary artery disease. However, further studies are needed to compare the clinical efficacy of DEBs versus drug-eluting stents (DESs).Methods: In total, 492 patients (age, 67.9 ± 11.0 years; 339 men) with small coronary artery lesions (diameter < 2.75 mm) were randomly assigned to group I (DEB) (n = 104; age, 67.2 ± 10.7 years; 83 men) and group II (DES) (n = 388; age, 68.0 ± 11.1 years; 254 men). For inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) analysis, the study population was stratified into groups I (n = 269) and II (n = 280). We compared the incidences of major adverse cardiac events (MACE) between the two groups during 12 months of clinical follow-up.Results: Group I had shorter device lengths (22.4 ± 5.8 mm) compared with group II (27.4 ± 9.3 mm; p < 0.001). Additionally, devices in group I were smaller in diameter (2.4 ± 0.1 mm) compared with those in group II (2.6 ± 0.1 mm; p < 0.001). Left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) was lower in group I (53.8% ± 12.6%) than in group II (58.6% ± 11.9%; p < 0.001). After IPTW, no significant differences in LVEF were observed between groups I and II. During 12 months of follow-up, the incidence of total MACE did not differ between the two groups.Conclusions: No significant differences were observed in clinical efficacy between DEB and DES for the treatment of small coronary artery disease. Therefore, DEB can be considered a viable alternative to DES in patients with small coronary artery disease.