bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessing Sirwan River Water Quality based on a single-factor assessment and comprehensive pollution index methods
Authors: Ahmed Ali B.
Published: March 2024

In this paper, single-factor assessment methods and comprehensive pollution index were chosen to evaluate the Sirwan River water quality situation. The mean physicochemical values of dissolved oxygen, total dissolved solids, turbidity, color, major cations, and anions ranged from 7.77 ± 0.55 to 7.80 ± 0.18 mg L-1; 472.83 ± 23.97 to 478.83 ± 24.23 mg L-1; 8.13 ± 8.28 to 14.61 ± 15.76 NTU; 14.15 ± 5.76 to 25.07 ± 17.19 Hazen; Calcium from 62.19 ± 2.05 to 64.06 ± 1.72 mg L-1; Magnesium 21.20 ± 2.01 to 21.74 ± 1.47 mg L-1; Sodium 17.68 ± 2.79 to 22.44 ± 2.76 mg L-1; Potassium 2.50 ± 0.22 to 2.64 ± 0.18 mg L-1; Bicarbonate 284.76 ± 5.43 to 289.80 ± 5.87 mg L-1; Chloride 18.10 ± 6.71 to 18.69 ± 7.82 mg L-1; Sulfate 59.70 ± 3.23 to 67.67 ± 3.01 mg L-1; and Nitrate 3.06 ± 02.90 to 3.85 ± 1.34 mg L-1, during the study, respectively. Using the single-factor assessment approach, it was determined that the concentration of total dissolved solids was observed at (S5), turbidity and color at (S4, S5, and S6), and bicarbonate exceeded the standard at all sites. During the study, the comprehensive water pollution index rates changed from 0.49 to 0.87 with a mean of 0.62 ± 0.16 and from 0.44 to 1.12 with a mean of 0.74 ± 0.30. According to the estimation results of both methods there was a slight to moderately polluted water class at all sites of the studied river.
Effect of Azotobacter, compost and Humic acid on yield and quality of lettuce (Lactuca Sativa CV. Alfajr) grown in plastic house
Authors: Rashad Rawnaq H.
Published: March 2024

A field trial was executed in a plastic house during the autumn season (2021-2022) to investigate the effect of azotobacter (with100ml and without), compost fertilizer at three levels (0, 1, and 2) ton.donum-1 and humic acid at four concentrations (0, 2, 4.and 8) ml.L-1 and their interactions on yield and quality of lettuce cv. (Alfajr). The treatments were arranged in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replicates. The data were analyzed using SAS program (2010). The obtained results revealed that the soil inoculation with azotobacter, soil addition of compost at level (2) ton.donum-1 and foliar spraying of humic acid at (8) ml.L-1 either singularly or combined significantly enhanced yield traits [fresh head weigh(1566.67) g, Marketable yield (8.05) ton. ha-1, yield (8.70) kg.m-2, yield per house(4351.85)kg, and total yield(76.59) ton. ha-1] as well increasing the quality traits [total soluble solids (%TSS), ascorbic Acid (%) as compared to control. However, the maximum ever values of yield and its quality were measured for plants received the dose: azotobacter + compost at (2) ton.donum-1 + humic acid at (8) ml.L-1 whereas the lowest ever values were recorded for plants given no dose of all studied factors (control). The application of azotobacter, compost and humic acid is recommended for organic production of lettuce crop.
O conhecimento escolar em pesquisas do Ensino de Biologia na Educação de Jovens e Adultos fundamentadas na perspectiva Histórico-Cultural
Authors: Avelar Lucas Martins de , Moreira Ana Santana , Paranhos Rones de Deus
Published: March 2024

Este estudo apresenta o recorte de uma pesquisa de mestrado e objetiva analisar o papel atribuído aos conhecimentos escolares por investigações do ensino de biologia na Educação de Jovens e Adultos (EJA) que se fundamentam na perspectiva Histórico-Cultural (HC). Recorreu-se à pesquisa bibliográfica do tipo Estado do Conhecimento. O Catálogo de Teses e Dissertações da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES) foi utilizado como banco. Foram identificadas 15 dissertações defendidas entre os anos de 2006 e 2019. Os resultados indicam a mobilização de outras vertentes teóricas (Freireana e Cognitivista) em conjunto à HC, o que reflete na compreensão da função dos conhecimentos escolares. Predomina entre as pesquisas a ideia de que eles devem estar intrinsecamente relacionados ao cotidiano dos sujeitos. Ao compreender como função precípua da escola possibilitar a apropriação dos conhecimentos científicos, defendemos a superação da cotidianidade alienada na EJA em direção a individualidade para si.
Moving from a Textual to Visual Medium: Transposition of Ruskin Bond’s The Blue Umbrella to the Cinematic Canvas
Authors: Vineet Pal
Published: March 2024

Intertextuality, which emphasizes the interaction of various works of art, is associated with adaptation studies. According to comparative literature scholar James Naremore, modern life's nerve center is remaking. Additionally, based on the interpretation of the original source material, remaking brings out ideological and aesthetic beliefs. According to the intertextuality school of thought, the novel always comes before the movie, but a consumer is more likely to see the movie first. However, the novel and the movie complement one another visually and aesthetically due to the components they contain. The study attempts to explore how Vishal Bharadwaj's adaptation of Ruskin Bond's novella The Blue Umbrella differs from the original and how they stay connected. The paper will try to find aspects of film and literature that are not easily changeable while considering the convergence of these two art forms.
Fístula arteriovenosa dural del canal del hipogloso: reporte de caso y descripción de la anatomía
Authors: Biancardi Mauro , Ypa Paula , Minghinelli Federico , Bourguet Martín , Badilla Tomás , Goland Javier
Published: March 2024

INTRODUCCIÓN: Las fístulas durales arteriovenosas del canal del hipogloso (FDCH) son infrecuentes y suelen ser diagnosticadas tardíamente.  Habitualmente se presentan con compromiso del par XII aunque pueden presentarse con síntomas diversos.  El objetivo del trabajo es presentar un caso de FDCH que se presentó con proptosis y ojo rojo tratado por vía endovascular. 

MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: Se describe la clínica de presentación y la técnica endovascular utilizada por vía venosa y arterial para tratar un caso de fístula del canal del hipogloso. Se describe la anatomía de las estructuras vasculares adyacentes al canal del hipogloso y la confluencia condílea anterior. 

CONCLUSIONES: Se presenta un caso de fístula dural arteriovenosa del canal del hipogloso tratada por vía endovascular con oclusión completa de la misma.
Hemisferotomía peri-insular y Hemisferectomía funcional pediátrica para el tratamiento de la epilepsia severa refractaria al tratamiento médico: comparación de dos técnicas
Authors: Villamil Facundo , Domecq Laplace Lucila , Gromazdyn Guido , Slame Yamila , Grijalba Miguel , Bartuluchi Marcelo
Published: March 2024

Introducción. Desde que se describió por primera vez en la década de 1970, la hemisferectomía funcional ha sido una herramienta esencial en el tratamiento de la epilepsia refractaria al tratamiento médico secundaria a una enfermedad hemisférica unilateral difusa.Objetivos. Presentar nuestra experiencia con la técnica de hemisferectomía funcional (HF)  y de hemisferotomía peri-insular modificada (HPI); describir además la técnica quirúrgica peri-insular,  revisar los resultados después de la cirugía, y discutir las diferencias entre las técnicas en cuanto a complicaciones y resultados postoperatorios.Material y Métodos. Se realizo un estudio retrospectivo de 23 pacientes con epilepsia refractaria que fueron sometidos a hemisferectomía cerebral. Se realizó un análisis de las características clínicas, las imágenes, las técnicas quirúrgicas y los resultados postoperatorios. Analizamos tambien la técnica quirúrgica de la HPI modificada.Resultados. Entre 2000 y 2020, 23 pacientes pediátricos con convulsiones refractarias se sometieron a hemisferotomía (12 HF, 11 HPI modificada). El 91,3% de los pacientes estaban libres de crisis a los 6 meses, el 87% al año y el 78,3% en el último seguimiento. Ninguno de los 23 pacientes presentó Engel IV como resultado final. Se encontró que la HF presentó una duración quirúrgica estadísticamente más larga que la HPI (5 ± 1,5 frente a 3,83 ± 0,5 horas; p = <0,001). Como resultados generales, la esfera cognitiva mejoró en dos tercios de los pacientes (66,9%) y además demostramos una mejoría de la actividad motora en la mayoría de los pacientes, independientemente de la patología y la técnica quirúrgica.Conclusión. Cuando los pacientes se seleccionan adecuadamente, la hemisferectomía es un tratamiento eficaz para la epilepsia pediátrica resultante la marcada disfunción de un solo hemisferio cerebral, no sólo brindando al paciente una alta probabilidad de ausencia de convulsiones, sino también proporcionando una mejora en las habilidades motoras y cognitivas. En nuestro caso particular y en base al presente estudio, la HPI modificada resulta ser una técnica altamente efectiva. No solo tiene un tiempo quirúrgico más corto sino también una tasa de complicaciones muy baja.
Tercerventriculostomía endoscópica del paciente adulto. Resultados tras la aplicación de nuestro protocolo.
Authors: Villalonga Juan F. , Zuñiga Alexander , Ulloque Liezel , Saenz Amparo , Campero Álvaro
Published: March 2024

Introducción: La tercerventriculostomía endoscópica (TVE) es una técnica quirúrgica ampliamente reconocida para el tratamiento de la hidrocefalia obstructiva. Al igual que otras técnicas para el manejo de la hidrocefalia, la protocolización del manejo intra y peri-operatorio deviene en mejores resultados. Sin embargo, no existe en la literatura en castellano alguna publicación que exponga en detalle un protocolo de trabajo de TVE. El objetivo de este estudio es presentar los resultados tras la aplicación de nuestro protocolo.

Materiales y Métodos: Se realizó una descripción del protocolo para TVE prequirúrgico, intraoperatorio y post-operatorio. Se realizó un análisis prospectivo de una serie de casos.

Resultados: Un detallado protocolo fue presentado. Un total de 70 pacientes fueron incluidos para su análisis. La tasa de éxito del procedimiento fue del 82.43%. Hubo una mejoría en la escala de Karnofsky tras la TVE [media de 26.22 puntos (IC 95% 13,77 -36,92)]; siendo esta estadísticamente significativa (p=<0,001).

Conclusión: La TVE demostró ser un procedimiento seguro y efectivo para el tratamiento de la hidrocefalia obstructiva. El protocolizar el procedimiento quirúrgico demostró una alta tasa de éxito en nuestra cohorte de pacientes, comparando con los resultados de la literatura internacional.
Capítulo 20: médula espinal
Authors: Solé Horacio
Published: March 2024

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Can fiction and veritism go hand in hand?
Authors: Brandelet Antoine
Published: March 2024

The epistemology of models has to face a conundrum: models are often described as highly idealised, and yet they are considered to be vehicles for scientific explanations. Truth-oriented—veritist—conceptions of explanation seem thereby undermined by this contradiction. In this article, I will show how this apparent paradox can be avoided by appealing to the notion of fiction. If fictionalism is often thought to lead to various flavours of instrumentalism, thereby weakening the veritist hopes, the fiction view of models offers a framework much richer than it seems at first sight. To do so, I will call upon the concepts of modality, counterfactual structure and credible worlds. In the end, veritism of explanation and fiction can indeed go hand in hand, but the scope of explanations we can hope to draw from models must be more precisely delineated.
A conventionalist account of distinctively mathematical explanation
Authors: Povich Mark
Published: March 2024

Distinctively mathematical explanations (DMEs) explain natural phenomena primarily by appeal to mathematical facts. One important question is whether there can be an ontic account of DME. An ontic account of DME would treat the explananda and explanantia of DMEs as ontic items (ontic objects, properties, structures, etc.) and the explanatory relation between them as an ontic relation (e.g., Pincock, 2015; Povich, 2021). Here I present a conventionalist account of DME, defend it against objections, and argue that it should be considered ontic. Notably, if indeed it is ontic, the conventionalist account seems to avoid a convincing objection to other ontic accounts (Kuorikoski, 2021).
The ontic-epistemic debates of explanation revisited: The three-dimensional approach
Authors: Gim Jinyeong
Published: March 2024

After Wesley Salmon’s causal-mechanical stance on explanation in the 1980s, the ontic-epistemic debate of scientific explanations appeared to be resolved in the philosophy of science. However, since the twenty-first century, this debate has been rekindled among philosophers who focus on mechanistic explanations. Nevertheless, its issues have evolved, necessitating scrutiny of the new trends in this debate and a comparison with the original controversy between Carl Hempel and Salmon. The primary objective of this paper is to elucidate three categorical dimensions in the ontic-epistemic debates, spanning from the original to the recent controversies. Subsequently, it will explore why the conception of explanation is linked to representations, what conditions are necessary for linguistic expressions to be explanatory, and what roles norms play in explanation. Consequently, contrary to the common stereotype, it will be argued that mechanistic explanations are more likely to be epistemic rather than ontic.
A Comprehensive Women's safety Platform Offering Secure Login, Emergency Panic, News Alerts, Route Navigation with Police Station Proximity, Incident Reporting
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Rathinam Technical Campus, Coimbatore, India., Varghese Vineetha , Suresh Kumar A , V Padmanaban , U Sharath , D Varun , Jaffer Meshal
Published: March 2024

A significant challenge confronting by society is women's safety. The frequency of crimes targeting women, including sexual assaults, domestic abuse, and dawn teasing, is rising daily due to different social or ethnic reasons. Using a smartphone to seek assistance in matters of security can be one of the simplest options such as across the globe method of handheld data transmission and the global positioning system (GPS) .It was determined that in order to properly solve the issue, technologies emphasising automatic set-up warning production in addition less individual input additionally higher accuracy must be developed, despite delivering noteworthy research in the underlying subject .It makes advantage of the GPS tracking technology to give registered contacts an easy and quick way to find out if the individual has encountered troubles and to get in touch with them. It also has safety features like Disaster hotlines which could possibly contacted straight through phone to emergency services in accordance with the circumstances encountered with women in order to protect them, a live location of the victim that can assist by a law enforcement provides contextual and identifying information, and an alarm for notify individuals of all kinds misbehaviour. Keywords: Women’s safety, SOS, GPS, human safety, Android, security devices.
Exploring fungal diversity and their ecological roles in the coastal waters of Ramakrishna Beach, Visakhapatnam, India
Authors: Chopra Mayuri , Behera Swarnaprava , Jagadeesan Loganathan , Rachuri Vivek , Shenoy Belle Damodara
Published: March 2024

The coastal waters of Ramakrishna Beach, Visakhapatnam, India, present a unique ecosystem for exploring fungal diversity and ecological roles, yet have been underexplored in mycological studies. This study utilizes amplicon sequencing targeting the fungal ITS region from environmental DNA to fill this knowledge gap. Our findings reveal a predominant presence of Ascomycota, with Candida and Aspergillus being the most abundant genera. Notably, Candida tropicalis emerged as the most prevalent species, followed by Candida hyderabadensis and Aspergillus penicillioides. This study not only contributes new fungal records for the marine environments of Visakhapatnam but also offers insights into the ecological functions of these fungi, as interpreted from the FUNGuild database. By highlighting the abundance, diversity, and potential ecological impacts of fungi in the coastal waters of Ramakrishna Beach, this research provides valuable insights into coastal ecosystem dynamics and the contributions of fungal communities to marine biodiversity.
Aportes colaborativos de las Artes Visuales para el desarrollo integral
Authors: Cadme Galabay Fanny Guadalupe
Published: March 2024

Las artes visuales son representaciones artísticas por medio de las cuales las personas son capaces de recrear de forma gráfica sus ideas, percepciones, emociones y sentimientos a través del uso de diversos elementos y técnicas. En este sentido, no solo constituye una herramienta útil para la expresión, sino que además desde hace varias décadas se ha ido explorando su aporte en el campo educativo, como mecanismo para promover el desarrollo integral. Consecuentemente, es posible encontrar postulados que destacan el valor de la inclusión del arte como base de las estrategias didácticas empleadas en los procesos de formación. Por lo tanto, con el presente artículo científico se buscó recabar y contrastar información proveniente de diversos estudios previos en los que se haya discutido el aporte de las artes visuales en el desarrollo integral, para lo cual se realizó una revisión sistemática de la literatura con la aplicación de criterios de inclusión y exclusión que permitieron extraer ocho artículos científicos de mayor pertinencia, obtenidos por medio de la búsqueda en diferentes plataformas como Scielo, Redalyc, Dialnet y Google Scholar. Los resultados reflejaron que las artes visuales con el pasar de los años han acaparado mayor importancia en el contexto educativo, puesto que ha sido un importante aporte para el personal docente en los procesos de enseñanza, ya que les permite aprovechar esta herramienta didáctica para incentivar a que los estudiantes puedan expresarse de forma crítica y reflexiva a través de sus representaciones visuales.
Why entering your query in natural question leads to better result than keyword searching with the latest AI powered (Dense retrieval/embedding models) search
Authors: Tay Aaron
Published: March 2024

One of the tricks about using the newer "AI powered" search systems like Elicit, SciSpace and even JSTOR experiment search is that they recommend that you type in your query or what you want in full natural language and not keyword search style (where you drop the stop words) for better results. So for example do
Adoption of Property Tax Expenditure and Limitations by U.S. States
Authors: Decker John
Published: March 2024

Property tax expenditure and limitations (TELs) are key tools used by U.S. states to control local government spending and taxing authority. This paper employs a multiple events history analysis to understand the factors influencing the adoption of county-level property tax TELs by state governments. The findings show that external factors such as policy learning, competition, imitation, and coercion play crucial roles in this process. Notably, the study reveals that higher out-migration rates and the presence of voter-based ballot initiatives significantly increase the likelihood of TEL adoption. Additionally, the spread of TELs is influenced more by national trends rather than neighboring state actions, highlighting the saliency of these policies. These findings shed light on the dynamics of policy diffusion and provide insights into the interplay between state-level decisions and local government financial autonomy. The study’s implications extend beyond public finance, offering a nuanced understanding of policy adoption and diffusion in federal systems.
Reduplications In Rangri Language Using Morphological Doubling Theory
Authors: Nawaz Hafiz Imran , Mangrio Dr. Riaz , Farzana Ms.
Published: March 2024

This study investigates the use of morphological features of Rangri language that is spoken in many areas of Pakistan. Rangri is (as pronounced {rɑ̃gɽi}) an Indo-Aryan language spoken in different parts of Sindh and Punjab in Pakistan as this language is undocumented and not much recognized by authorities as an official or regional language.  Reduplication in Rangri language within the paradigm of morpho-redoubling theory has been employed in order to examine the function of Total reduplication, Partial or Echo Reduplication, and Non-sensical Reduplication in Rangri language. Data was collected purposefully through random observation by the researcher of the vernacular speakers of the Rangri language such as /gel-gel/ means altogether (Total Reduplication), /loug-lagai/ means husband wife (Partial Reduplication), and /bhein-bhein/ means to mumble nonsense (Non-sensical Redulication). Result showed that Rangri is still spoken in some of the areas of Pakistan and India with a rich inclusion of reduplications in the daily discourse of the speech communities of those areas.
Jejak Cina Pada Sistem Keyakinan Masyarakat Bali : Dari Persepektif Sejarah
Authors: Dewa Made Alit
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan gambaran jejak Cina pada system keyakinan masyarakat Bali. Sebagai sebuah studi sejarah, pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan studi kepustakaan dan observasi. Semua data yang diperoleh dikritik dengan kritik sejarah sehingga melahirkan fakta. Berdasarkan fakta yang ada dikaitkan antara satu fakta dengan fakta yang lainnya sehingga melahirkan sebuah cerita sejarah. Hasil interpretasi fakta menunjukan bahwa pengaruh Cina bukan saja terdapat pada kehidupan masyarakat Bali yang bersifat profan tetapi juga menembus pada dinding keyakinan yang bersifat sakral, yang berkaitan dengan bangunan suci, upacara keagamaan seperti tari baris cina, kesenian yang disucikan seperti tari barong landung, maupun sarana  yang diwajibkan harus ada dalam setiap upacara keagamaan seperti uang kepeng.
Valutazione della performance basata su aspettative
Authors: Marzo Francesca , Cafaggi Fabrizio , Colasanti Cecilia
Published: March 2024

Performance evaluation can become for public administrations a powerful organizational tool, also in the optic of a more pervasive adoption of work for objectives, as required by post-covid smart-working implementation. By an empirical investigation and by proposing possible behavioral interventions we aimed to contribute to this path. The empirical evidence collected confirms a correlation between assessment aimed at awarding rewards and imposing sanctions and tendency to give uniform, upwardly shifted evaluations (leniency error) and a significant difference in the importance given to different items object of evaluation. We claim that the value given to different evaluation items is due to the fact that different hierarchical levels have different systems of expectations. Reasoning about the meaning of expectations as a measurement parameter is crucial to understand what expectations are taken into account and how they are incorporated into the indicators used in evaluation systems. What emerges from the analysis is that different systems of expectations are assembled without necessary converging. One possible intervention is to highlight the whole set of expectation systems and, should they diverge, understand how this can be governed in the evaluation process. Introducing peer evaluation to flank hierarchical assessment, normally used, could be a useful debiasing tool.
Genetic variability parameters and character association studies among phenological traits, yield traits and quality traits under different dates of planting in chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)
Authors: G Prasanthi  , V Jayalakshmi  , A Trivikrama Reddy  , S Khayumahammed
Published: March 2024

The study was conducted during rabi 2020-2021 at RARS, Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh to determine relationships among phenological traits, seed yield, yield attributes and quality traits in chickpea under different dates of planting. In the present study, in all three dates of planting, seed yield recorded highly significant and positive association with two phenological traits viz., duration of reproductive phase and duration of flowering. However, these traits were influencing seed yield via other contributing characters like days to first f lowering, duration of vegetative phase, leaf area index, days to maturity, plant height, number of branches per plant, number of pods per plant, 100 seed weight and harvest index. Strong correlations have been established between seed size and cooking time especially in kabuli and therefore, special emphasis may be given for improving the seed size with less cooking time in extra-large seeded kabuli chickpea. Further, there is sufficient genetic variability recorded for leaf area index, number of branches per plant, number of pods per plant, plant height, harvest index, seed yield, 100 seed weight, hydration capacity, swelling capacity, cooking time and iron content in the genotypes and the traits exhibited high heritability and high to moderate genetic advance in all three dates of planting.
Effect of date of sowing and level of phosphorus on growth and yield of summer mungbean (Vigna radiata L.) in Red and Lateritic soils of West Bengal
Authors: Madhu Sudan Gorai  , Ramyajit Mondal
Published: March 2024

A field experiment was conducted to study the effect of two sowing dates (16th March and 26th March) and five phosphorus levels (0, 20, 40, 60 and 80 kg P2 O5 / ha) in mungbean during pre-kharif (summer) season of 2022 at Instructional Farm of Seacom Skills University, Kendradangal, Birbhum, West Bengal, India. The research work revealed that growth parameters were significantly higher under 26th March sowing over 16th March. Among the P levels, higher dose of P improved growth parameters. In case of yield attributes maximum number of pods/plant (9.6), pod length (6.9 cm) and seeds/pod (10.3) were recorded in 26th March sown crop of mungbean. Maximum seed yield (705 kg/ ha) and stover yield (1609 kg/ha) also recorded in 26th March sowing. Different P dose showed significant variations for yield traits and maximum pods/plant (11.45), pod length (7.96 cm) and seeds/pod (11.23) recorded with 80 kg P2 O5 / ha. Highest seed yield (812 kg/ha) and stover yield (1710 kg/ha) were obtained with 80 kg P2 O5 /ha. The gross returns, net returns and benefit: cost ratio was maximum when the crop sown on 26th March with 80 kg P2 O5 /ha. Hence, mungbean sown on 26th March 2022 along with 80 kg P2 O5 /ha application could be more effective in augmenting growth, yield and economics in the red and lateritic soils of West Bengal.
Evaluation of frontline demonstration of new technology on chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) in Dang district of Gujarat
Authors: PP Javiya  , MJ Baldaniya  , BM Vahunia  , SA Patel  , KN Rana  , VM Patel
Published: March 2024

In majority of the area of Dang district of Gujarat, chickpea is grown under rainfed condition with neither improved varieties nor with recommended practices. The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Navsari Agricultural University, Dang has organized 323 numbers of FLDs. This programme is with the objective to demonstrate the improved variety of chickpea (GG 5) for production potential. The demonstrated variety GG 5 performed better in all years compare to farmer’s variety (2018-19 to 2020-21). In the FLDs, the results revealed that seed yield (1102 kg/ha) of improved technology was higher as compared to farmers’ practice (825 kg/ha). Higher gross returns, net returns and benefit cost ratio were also recorded in FLDs plots as compared to farmer’s practice. The average technology gap, extension gap and technology index were calculated as 1398 kg/ha, 227 kg/ha and 55.93 per cent, respectively. Every year, extension gap was lower than technology gap indicating the need to educate farmers in adoption of improved technologies. Thus, it is suggested that location-specific approaches would be needed to bridge the productivity gap of chickpea crop in the region.
Evaluation of technological interventions on the productivity and profitability of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) through frontline demonstrations in South Eastern Rajasthan
Authors: Satya Narayan Meena  , Preeti Verma  , Suman Yadav  , CK Jadon  , V Gupta  , Narendra Kumar  , AK Yadav
Published: March 2024

The study was conducted to examine the effects of frontline demonstrations on chickpea using scientific production technology for sustainable productivity and profitability on 40-hectare area covering 80 farmer’s fields in the Kota, Bundi and Baran districts of Rajasthan. The average yield of chickpea in the frontline demonstration plots (IP) using integrated crop management technology was 2219 kg/ha, which was significantly higher than the average yield of 1827 kg/ha in the farmers’ practices (FP). The average chickpea yield was found higher (18.88%) in demonstration plots over farmer practices, with the implementation of improved production technologies. During the three years of study (2018-19, 2019-20, and 2020-21), the technological index (17.21%), extension gap (392 kg/ha), and average technological gap (461 kg/ ha) were found out. During the years of the study, frontline demonstration plots had the highest average net profit and B:C ratio (INR. 77,357/ha and 3.38), compared to farmer practice (INR. 64,081/ha and 3.24). Economic studies over one or three years showed that adopting improved package generated higher profits than traditional farmers practice.
Seed storability behaviour of Lathyrus (Lathyrus sativus L.) genotypes
Authors: Amrit Lamichaney  , AK Parihar  , Jitendra Kumar  , PK Katiyar  , GP Dixit
Published: March 2024

The present investigation was conducted to understand the storability behaviour of the lathyrus which has received very little research attention till date. Therefore, 360 accessions of lathyrus were stored at medium term storage and the viability was monitored after 10 years of storage. The result indicated that out of 360 accessions 320 accessions recorded 0% viability, 30 accessions recorded < 5% viability; 1 accession (EC 329738) recorded 50 60% viability; 5 accessions (RLK 552, RLK 1208, IC 120449, RLK 1159, KH 1) recorded 80-90% viability and 4 accessions (RLK 1054, RLK 287, RLK 1191, RLK 84) recorded > 90% viability after 10 years of storage. Therefore, the best performing accessions (RLK 1054, RLK 287, RLK 1191, RLK 84) which recorded viability of > 90% even after 10 years of storage were identified as the good storer genotypes which can be utilised in improving storability in lathyrus.
Impact of seed hub on quality pulse seed production and productivity in Solapur district of Maharashtra
Authors: SG Jadhav  , TR Walkunde  , DN Kshirsagar  , PN Madavi  , VG Vairagar
Published: March 2024

To ensure the availability of location specific high yielding varieties and quality seed, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers welfare, Government of India implemented the project entitled ‘Creation of seed hubs for increasing indigenous production of pulses in India’ during 2016-17 and provided funds for seed multiplication and infrastructure facilities across the country. Under this project pulses seed hub has been sanctioned to Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mohol, Solapur. The objective of this programme was to increase indigenous production of pulses and to make available quality seed of improved high yielding and climate resilient varieties to farmers to achieve self-sufficiency in respect of seeds at village level. Farmers of selected village for seed hub are working under the technical support and guidance of KVK scientists. They were trained technically and made more sound by adopting good agronomic practices to fulfil the objective. Each year, a target of 200 q for kharif and 800 q for rabi season was given to KVK, Mohol. With respect to the target received, KVK Mohol produced 355.34, 567.59, 784.88, 528.50, 752.00 q seed during the year 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2021-22, respectively. Pigeonpea varieties BDN - 711 and Phule Rajeshwari perform well and gave higher seed yield as compared to local and old varieties. Due to wide acceptance by farmer there is huge horizontal expansion of chickpea variety Phule Vikram in the district. All procured seed of pigeonpea and chickpea were sold to the farmers.Chickpe
Tolerance to cannabinoids in mice
Authors: Tsagareli Merab , Chichinadze G. , Tsagareli N. , Kvachadze I.
Published: March 2024

The Cannabis sativa plant, for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiemetic, and anticonvulsant properties, has been used for thousands of years in Chinese, Indian, and Greek cultures and was introduced into Western medicine in the 19th century. There has been a rise in interest in cannabinoids since the main substances of cannabis were identified, as well as the recognition that the endocannabinoid system (ECS) controls multiple processes in pain treatment and neurologic and mental illnesses. However, the ECS has also been associated with negative effects, including harmful effects on emotional and cognitive functions, the development of tolerance and dependence, and withdrawal symptoms after drug cessation in humans. We recently found that repeated intraperitoneal administration of the two main components of cannabis, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabinolic acid (CBNA), led to the development of tolerance in male mice. In this review, we focus on the evidence demonstrating cannabinoid tolerance in animals. The common mechanisms and main signaling pathways for cannabinoid tolerance, including neuroadaptations primarily at cannabinoid 1 (CB1) receptors, such as desensitization and downregulation, which are mediated by several signaling pathways, are discussed.
A study of the relationship between social desirability and competitive anxiety among soccer players
Authors: Ismayilova Kh.Y. , Sultanov M.B.
Published: March 2024

This study investigated temperament, social desirability, and anxiety in professional and amateur male soccer players. The goal of this study was to compare social desirability among professional and amateur soccer players and its association with temperament and competitive anxiety. Participants (n = 78) were equally divided into professional and amateur players. The EPQ (Eysenck Personality Questionnaire) was used to assess the participants' temperament and social desirability. Additionally, the SCAT (Sport Competition Anxiety Test) was completed by the participants to reveal their anxiety levels. The temperament types were compared using Yates's correction for continuity, while a linear regression model was used to determine if social desirability could predict anxiety levels among the players. The study found that both groups had dominant sanguine and choleric temperaments, which corresponded to extraversion. The ANOVA showed a statistically significant difference in competitive anxieties between the two groups (p<0.03). The results of the regression analysis revealed a statistically significant relationship with a negative slope between social desirability and competitive anxiety in professional players (p<0.021) and amateur players (p<0.015). The data illustrate that the professional and amateur levels of soccer players are not dependent on the predictive effect of social desirability on competitive anxiety; however, it was only associated with constant sports activities. Thus, it was revealed that as the level of social desirability among soccer players increases, the level of their competitive anxiety decreases.
Modern ideas about the etiopathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis
Authors: Huseynova A.S. , Karimova I.A. , Shahverdiyeva I.J. , Yagubova V.I.
Published: March 2024

This review reflects modern ideas about the etiology and pathogenesis of Rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The disease is believed to be caused by various external or internal stress factors in individuals with a genetic predisposition. Under modern concepts, RA is an autoimmune disease, and the basis of its pathogenesis is the defects of the regulatory mechanisms providing the activation of the immune system against various stimuli. The onset of RA is in the peripheral lymphoid organs. Dendritic cells activate T-lymphocytes, activating B-lymphocytes through cytokines and costimulatory molecules, and cause the synthesis of autoantibodies, the accumulation of immune complexes in the joints, and the development of rheumatoid synovitis. B-lymphocytes secrete rheumatoid factor (RF), antibodies to cyclic citrulline peptide (ACCP), and proinflammatory cytokines and also activate T-lymphocytes by indicating signaling molecules. During T-lymphocyte activation, CD4+ Th-cells interact with HLA, MHC-II molecules, and costimulatory molecules located on the surface of antigen-presenting cells. This interaction activates a signaling pathway leading to the maturation of CD4+ cells, resulting in the activation of pro-inflammatory CD8+ T-lymphocytes. CD4+ Th cells also play an important role in RA regeneration through the secretion of cytokines and chemokines, the important immunomodulators of cellular immunity.
Exploring Contributions of J. G. Carrasco Ramirez
Authors: Rahman Ridwan
Published: March 2024

J.G.Carrasco Ramirez, an international lawyer specializing in Strategic Planning, AI, Information Architectures, and Machine Learning, has made notable contributions to academic research, particularly in management and small business domains. Based in the USA, Carrasco Ramirez's work has been featured in esteemed academic journals, with a recent focus on analyzing the CR model from a planning perspective. This paper aims to provide an extensive overview of Carrasco Ramirez's academic endeavors, with a primary emphasis on his latest research from 2023, offering insights into the impact of his work on strategic planning. Over the past five years, Carrasco Ramirez has published extensively in renowned international journals, covering topics such as Information Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and applications in various sectors, including healthcare and small business management. Carrasco Ramirez's diverse research interests demonstrate his commitment to exploring cutting-edge topics and their practical implications.
Disparity in Authority of the State Administrative Court and District Court in Adjudicating Certified Land Claims
Authors: Ari Kurniadi , Darmini Roza  , Syofiarti
Published: March 2024

The title certificate over land is a form of State Administrative Decree, based on Article 1 number 3 of Law Number 9 of 2004 concerning the Second Amendment 2 to Law Number 5 of 1986 concerning the State Administrative Court. Related to that, if there are individuals and legal entities who object to the decision, the objection can be made through a lawsuit to the State Administrative Court based on the absolute compatibility of State Administrative Procurement. There are legal facts, the Sungai Full District Court of Jambi Province accepted, examined, tried and decided objections to the certification further in its decision stating that the certificates of the Defendants were invalid.
Penerapan Pidana oleh Hakim Terhadap Anggota Polri Penyalahguna Narkotika Dengan Bukti Surat
Authors: Rafendi Teguh Chaisar , Iyah Faniyah
Published: March 2024

Narkotika pada saat ini adalah suatu hal yang sangat menjadi perhatian dan menjadi point centre dalam Pemerintahan Negara Republik Indonesia dalam hal pemberantasan dalam penyalahgunaannya. Ancaman hukuman bagi Anggota Kepolisian yang menyalahgunakan narkotika berupa penundaan pangkat sampai dengan pemberhentian dengan tidak hormat dari Dinas Kepolisian. Penelitian ini mengenai Pertimbangan Hakim Dalam Menjatuhkan Putusan Pidana Terhadap Anggota Polri Penyalahguna Narkotika Dengan Bukti Surat dalam Putusan No.80/Pid.Sus/2021/PN Pmn, Putusan No.814/Pid.Sus/2021/PN Pdg, dimana dalam Putusan No.80/Pid.Sus/2021/PN Pmn pada kasus ini hakim menjatuhkan hukuman kurungan selama 2 bulan tanpa adanya rahabilitasi hal ini ditetapkan karena didasari oleh hasil tes urine yang telah dilakukan oleh tim kesehatan pada saat pemerikasaan seluruh anggota. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pertimbangan hakim dalam menjatuhkan putusan pemidanaan terhadap anggota Polri penyalahguna narkotika dan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis penerapan pidana  oleh hakim terhadap anggota Polri penyalahguna narkotika. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah deskriptif dengan menggambarkan tentang penerapan pidana dan pertimbangan hakim dalam menjatuhkan putusan terhadap anggota polri penyalahguna narkotika dengan bukti surat dalam Putusan No.80/Pid.Sus/2021/PN Pmn, Putusan No.814/Pid.Sus/2021/PN Pdg.
The Effects of an Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program on Depression in Thai High School Students: A Quasiexperimental Study
Authors: Rungrojwatanasiri Pisit , Jirarode Angkana , Petpichetchian Wongchan
Published: March 2024

Adolescents with depression often experience negative automatic thoughts, which contribute to the development of suicidal ideation. Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy has now become a treatment to address negative automatic thoughts to prevent suicide. This quasi-experimental study aimed to assess the effects of an Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program on the depression of Thai adolescents. The participants consisted of 60 adolescent students with a deviation from their usual mood who were enrolled in public high schools in a province adjacent to Bangkok. The participants were conveniently selected, paired based on gender and grade point average, and randomly assigned into two groups. The experimental group received the program, while the control group received usual care (n = 30 each). Data collection instruments included a personal data form and the Healthrelated Self-report Scale. One-way repeated measures ANCOVA was used to compare the mean depression scores between the two groups while controlling for baseline depression scores.
The results indicate that the participants’ depression scores decreased over time in both groups. However, a significant group effect suggests that being in the experimental group was associated with a greater decrease in depression scores both immediately after the intervention and at the two-week follow-up compared to the control group. These findings shed light on the potential benefits of implementing this Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program by school nurses, teachers, or primary care nurses to prevent extreme depression and suicidal ideation among adolescents. Further investigation with longer follow-up is recommended.
Effect of Resistance Training on Muscle Strength and VO2 Peak in Middle-aged and Older Patients with Heart Failure: A Meta-analysis
Authors: Caroline Korengkeng Loura , Anderson Elisa , Yoan Sanger Ailine , Ruku Denny
Published: March 2024

Several interventions using resistance training have been attempted for people with heart failure. Still, the overall effectiveness of resistance training in improving muscle strength and peak oxygen uptake based on age remains inconclusive. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of resistance training on muscle strength and VO2 peak in patients with heart failure based on age. A search was conducted using English articles from 2000 to 2023 to find information on resistance training from Embase, CINAHL, MEDLINE, Cochrane, PEDro, and Google Scholar. Standardized mean difference and 95% confidence intervals were calculated, and publication biases were presented by funnel plots and Egger’s test. The Critical Appraisal Skills Programme was used to examine the quality of the studies.
Results showed that 23 randomized control trial articles fulfilled the inclusion criteria, comprising 830 respondents, with 422 in the intervention and 408 in the control group. In the middle-aged subgroup, resistance training had a significant effect on increasing muscle strength in the upper limb and lower limb. Similarly, a significant effect was observed in the older subgroup for the upper limb and lower limb. Resistance training significantly increased VO2 peak in middle-aged and older patients with heart failure. Resistance training was identified as one of the effective ways to improve muscle strength and VO2 peak, and it should be recommended as a part of the rehabilitation for people with heart failure. Additionally, the components of interventions should be considered based on the patient’s age to maximize the exercise programs using resistance training.
Fascitis necrotizante Un análisis clínico a través de imágenes en un caso particular
Authors: Kantun González Luis Javier del Jesús , Galiano Gil Jesus Miguel
Published: March 2024

La fascitis necrotizante es una infección que afecta la piel y los tejidos blandos, manifestándose de manera rápida y a menudo asociada con una marcada toxicidad sistémica. A pesar de los avances en la comprensión de sus causas y la disponibilidad de opciones terapéuticas más eficaces, la tasa de mortalidad apenas ha variado en los últimos años. El enfoque terapéutico se basa en brindar soporte hemodinámico, realizar una intervención quirúrgica extensa y temprana, así como iniciar un tratamiento antibiótico empírico (6)

Se describe el caso de una paciente mujer diagnosticada como un caso de fascitis necrotizante tipo II que recibió atención en el Hospital Universitario General Calixto García Iñiguez.
Comparative Legal Analysis of the Powers of Commodity Exchanges and Regulators of Trade Organizers to Control the Ethical Conduct of Traders (a Study of the UK, USA, Japan, and India)
Authors: Khachaturova Kseniya I.
Published: March 2024

In the current economic and political conditions there is a need to regulate the conduct of exchange traders. Currently, exchanges carry out this regulation directly, but it is not sufficient. Therefore, a comparative legal analysis of approaches to regulating the ethical conduct of traders in foreign jurisdictions is particularly relevant. Foreign experience shows that regulators and exchanges identify trader misconduct, establish criteria for such conduct and measures to punish it. At the same time, to minimize potential consequences for the commodity market, for example, due to erroneous actions by exchanges in qualifying conduct, and maintain its stability, the foreign regulator exercises control over activities of exchanges and trader compliance with local legislation, issues relevant acts and recommendations containing a list of desirable and undesirable market practices. According to the author, when introducing amendments and additions to regulatory legal acts regarding the powers of the Bank of Russia, it may be beneficial to consider foreign experience in regulating misconduct of exchange traders in the commodity market in Russian practice.
The Effect of Online Learning and Teacher Pedagogic Competence on Independent Learning of Students in Class Xi Otk 1 and 3 (Study at Smk Negeri 1 Patumbak Medan) T.P 2021/2022
Authors: Sindy Ayu Handari
Published: March 2024

The problem in this research is that the students' learning independence has not been maximized in learning, the lack of motivation and responsibility in students and the low activeness of students in the teaching and learning process. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there was an effect of online learning and teacher pedagogic competence on the learning independence of students at SMK Negeri 1 Patumbak Medan. The population of this study were all students. The type of this research was SMK Negeri 1 Patumbak Medan Class XI OTKP 1 and 3. With a sample of 70 students. Data collection techniques using documentation and questionnaires. The data analysis technique uses Validity Test, Reliability Test, Normality Test, Linearity Test, Heteroscedasticity Test, T and F Test. The results of multiple linear regression are Y = 89.412 + 0.160X1 + 0.152X2. With the results obtained tcount 3.053 < ttable 1.995 with a significant 0.003 <0.05 explaining that there is an effect of online learning on learning independence. Then the value of tcount 4.484 < ttable 1.995 with a significant 0.000 <0.05 explains that the teacher's pedagogic competence has a positive and significant effect on student learning independence and Fcount 11.472 > Ftable 3.13 with a significance of 0.000 <0.05 explaining that online learning and competence The teacher's pedagogy has a positive and significant effect together on student learning independence.