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An overview of plant morpho-physiology, biochemicals, and metabolic pathways under water stress
Authors: Chada Sparsha , Kwaku Asiedu Samuel , Ofoe Raphael , Abbey Lord
Published: June 2024

Water stress poses a significant risk to achieving global food security. Plants experience water stress due to variations in environmental conditions, which have been identified as the primary factor impacting agricultural production under the current dispensation of global climate change. This review aims to combine data from multiple published research studies in the literature in order to completely analyze and assess the morphological, physio-biochemical, and metabolite responses of plants to water stress. Stress-related variables disturb the regular stability of plants, leading to changes in their structure, function, chemistry, and genetics that ultimately impact their development and productivity. Water stress often leads to reduced leaf-relative water content, loss of turgor, and closure of stomata. Plant secondary metabolites serve as distinct sources for medicines, food additives, and industrially essential biochemicals. Plants exposed to water stress, such as different elicitors or signal molecules, frequently experience the build-up of these metabolites. Secondary metabolites significantly contribute to plant ability to adapt to their environment and overcome stressful conditions. Plants exhibit diverse metabolic reactions to water stress, resulting in alterations in the composition of volatile oils in different herbs. The attempt to tackle water stress conditions by plants is inherently intricate due to the complex network of signaling. This review contributes to our understanding of plant responses to water stress conditions, to the implementation of sustainable agronomic practices, and development of varieties that can tolerate the impact of climate change.
An economic appraisal of cultivation of korai grass in Central Tamilnadu
Authors: Sekhar C , Priyadharshini M , Gayathri CP , Priya S Lakshmi , Karthika M
Published: June 2024

Cyperus grass or Korai Grass cultivation is quite popular in the block of Musiri in Central Tamil Nadu as it is heavily demanding among the sleeping mats manufacturing industries in Tamil Nadu. Pathamadai village in Tirunelveli District is capable of producing quality mats for the use in the households both in the rural and urban environments. Though it is a less preferred crop in the delta region, farmers are showing interest in establishing such crop for its economic incentives associated with its cultivation. Economic factors and ratios are in favour in respect of Korai cultivation in the part of Central Tamil Nadu. Output input ratio outlined that this crop could generate more than a rupee of net return for a rupee of investment. This paper is one of its kind in addressing the preference of the farmers, cropping pattern followed by them amidst other crops and the revenue generation through this crop is presented and discussed.
Chemical functional physical and sensory properties of flour and idli produced from blends of rice (Oryza sativa), african yam bean (Sphenostylis sternocarpa) and pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan)
Authors: Nkemakonam Anene Maryann , Emojorho Ernest Eguono , Chiedu Udeh Charles , Anyaiwe Uche C.
Published: June 2024

This study looked at the idli's chemical, functional, physical, and sensory properties when prepared with rice, pigeon peas, and African yam beans. Dhals were made by washing, soaking whole pigeon pea and African yam bean (AYB) seeds in hot water (80°C for 30 minutes), hand-dehulling, and sun-drying them. For the processed dhals, black gram dhals (control), separate water was used to rinse and soak the rice for 5 hours at room temperature (29.2°C). The dhals were wet-milled into a smooth batter separately from the rice, which was crushed to a coarse batter. Rice was combined 2:1 with dhals. The batters were combined, one gram of table salt was added, and the mixture was allowed to sit at room temperature (29.2°C) for 14 hours to ferment. Idli are created by pouring fermenting batter into molds shaped like cups and heating them for 15 minutes. The idli was analyzed for chemical, functional, physical and sensory properties following standard analytical procedure. The flour's protein content spanned the range of 7.88 to 26.27%. the carbohydrate content from 56.00 to 77.39%, and the ash content varied from 0.50 to 2.50% and 1.00 to 3.50%, respectively. Functional properties of the flours include bulk densities between 0.66 and 0.76 g/ml, swelling rates between 149.30 and 219.20%, and foaming rates between 7.69 and 34.62%. The moisture level of the idli samples varied from 63.00 to 68.50%, the protein content was between 4.31 and 6.79%, the fat content was between 0.10 and 2.50%, the ash content was between 0.50 and 2.00%, and the carbohydrate content was between 23.94 and 29.34%. The batter volume was from 109 to 122 ml, the texture was between 9.03 and 10.26 mm, the cooked weight was between 40.31 and 49.91 g, the cooking time was between 7.03 and 14.00 min, and the rise's diameter was between 7.16 and 7.70 cm. The idli samples all received favorable sensory evaluations with improved nutritional value. The idli samples were adjudged acceptable sensory-wise by the panelists.
Water user association, self-help group and rural development: the case of study from Odisha, an eastern Indian state
Authors: Swain Braja Bandhu
Published: June 2024

Availability and access to water plays an important role in economic development. Regions with better access to water resources are prosperous compared to other regions. Agriculture is the main consumer of water that constitutes 70% of total available surface water covering only 20% of cultivable land. It has been that in some region water is being wasted while others don’t have access to water for irrigation. Addressing these issues will help all farmers in a region to access water and can improve the crops as well water productivity. In this context, Water User Associations (WUA) is considered as an alternative institutional mechanism to increase the efficiency in water use in agriculture. In addition, it is expected to increase the farm income through increasing agricultural productivity and employment in the rural economy. In this context, we have carried out a study on two WUAs in Koraput and Kalahandi districts of Odisha, an eastern Indian state. These WUAs are unique in nature. Each WUAs has 8 to 10 self-help groups (SHGs) involved in different activities including agro-chemical business, farming, bee keeping, dairying and such others. The results show that with the formation of WUAs, all farmers were able to access and use water in an efficient way and able to achieve higher crop productivity. In addition, the income of the farmers increased and also employment in the village. The main constraints faced by farmers are marketing and so there is a need for better infrastructure facilities particularly daily weather road and cold storage. This study pools lessons and makes policy recommendations towards making irrigation projects more sensitive to poverty.
POSTCOVID-19 WAR era, reconsideration over human platelets diagnostics on earth versus space
Authors: Alamdary Badlou Bahram
Published: June 2024

In these postcovid-19 periods excessive mortality and morbidity rates became a fact-based happening that indicate catastrophic progression of science-based limited (re)action. Different aspects of cancerogenic processes based on my invented death triangle model system are very important to reconsider for an appropriate diagnostic and consecutively Medicare and Medicaid.
Review of the effect of dietary soy and its component on human health
Authors: Sheneni Victor Duniya , Muhammad Sani Sade , Emmanuel Victoria Sokolayame , Momoh Isaac Sokoato
Published: June 2024

Soy protein is a natural component of soybeans and is known to provide a variety of health advantages. It offers advantages and is a different source of protein for folks who don't consume meat. The purpose of this review is to familiarize readers with the value of soy beans in both the food and medical industries. Legumes, which also include peanuts, chickpeas, various beans, and pulses, contain soybeans. Soybeans are incredibly flexible because they can be made into meal, flour, and oil. Soy protein has roughly 25g of approved health claims per day, which is known to lower total cholesterol and LDL. Soy has a variety of powerful ingredients, including fiber, isoflavones, phytic acid, saponins, and trypsin inhibitors. Soy has been seen to have several harmful consequences. Numerous studies have raised concerns about the potential negative effects of it because of the allergens present and the antinutrient agents they contain, which prevent micronutrient absorption. It may also result in hypothyroidism because it lacks some essential amino acids, making it a source of incomplete protein. Additionally, it might have hormonal effects on infants later in life.
Vikriti, Agni and health: a preliminary mathematical model of Ayurvedic treatment
Authors: Fergusson Lee , Pekker Mark , Palakurthi Manohar
Published: June 2024

Ayurveda is a well-established form of alternative medicine. The terms Prakriti, Vikriti, Agni, and Koshta are well-known and their associations have been articulated in both the traditional literature of Ayurveda and by practicing Ayurvedic clinicians. These associations, while well understood and applied clinically, have not until recently been explored empirically. Correlational analysis has shown that these principles and processes of Ayurveda can be statistically observed in a large sample of patients. For example, Prakriti (the constitution of the body) and Vikriti (the current state of the body) are correlated to Agni (digestion) and Koshta (gut responsiveness), and results uniformly indicate that Vikriti is also associated to weight, body mass index, and diet, each an established cardiovascular disease risk factor. The present proof-of-concept case study takes these topics to the next stage of empirical investigation aimed at formulating an approach to bring Ayurvedic research into mainstream Life Sciences and complementary medicine. The principal challenge here is in a gap between the paradigms of modern Life Sciences and Ayurveda. We propose bridging this gap by formulating a minimal phenomenological nonlinear dynamics model to account for the critical role Agni plays in the health of Vikriti and for a threshold-type improvement in both Agni and Vikriti during the process of a six-month Ayurvedic treatment.
A comparison of various potencies of Arnica Montana as an adjunct therapy in hospitalised/ comatose patients with hemorrhagic stroke: an observational study
Authors: Wadhwani Gyandas G.
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Hemorrhagic stroke contributes to 10-20% of stroke cases annually. The incidence is more common in men and increases with age is higher in low and middle-income countries and is increasing, predominantly in African and Asian countries. The case fatality rate is 25% to 30% in high-income countries, while it is 30% to 48% in low- to middle-income countries. Arnica montana is one of the earliest medicines introduced in homeopathic literature for haemorrhagic phenomenon. Henry Clay Allen’s Keynotes mentions, “Apoplexy,… in acute attack, controls haemorrhage and aids absorption; should be repeated and allowed to act for days or weeks unless symptoms call for another remedy.” Published research studies have also highlighted the antihemorrhagic properties of this remedy. Primary Objective: To observe and compare the effects of daily doses of different potencies of Arnica montana, namely 3x, LM1 and 200CH, in hospitalised/ comatose patients, with haemorrhagic stroke, as an adjunct therapy. Secondary Objective: To record the residual neurological deficits after recovery. Methodology: On the basis of pre-determined criteria, between 1st January 2010 and 31st May 2023, 30 patients admitted to intensive care units in various hospitals of Delhi received adjunct Arnica montana in 3x (Group A, n=10), LM1 (Group B, n=10) and 200C (Group C, n=10) potencies. Clinical recovery was estimated through changes in the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score daily over a period of 15 days. Clinical recovery time was assessed using Kaplan-Meier survival curves. Results: A total of 30 patients were included for data analysis in this study [Males = 19; and Females=11]. The median age of the patients was 60 years [SD±7.2 years]. The clinical recovery (GCS 15) appeared much earlier in Group A than B & C. The residual neurological deficits were also lesser in Group A. Conclusion: The 3x potency of Arnica montana may have a significant beneficial effect as an adjunct therapy in hemorrhagic stroke patients manifesting its concomitant features in comparison to LM1 and 200C, with milder and lesser number of residual neurological deficits. Further clinical studies may validate the preliminary observations of this study.
Effects of music therapy with Ayurvedic head massage for patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by bioresonance method
Authors: Fukuda Yumi , Kitanishi Tsuyoshi , Hiroe Sharma Inamura , Bando Hiroshi
Published: June 2024

Autism　Spectrum　Disorder (ASD) has attracted attention for difficulty with social communication, where valid exam and treatment are expected. Current cases include 2 patients (32F/13M) with ASD and their mothers (61F/43F). They received procedures of music therapy (MT), Ayurvedic head massage, and measured the changes in the values of bio resonance apparatus before and after the intervention. As a result, oxytocin brought remarkable improvement among dopamine, GABA, serotonin, autonomic nerve, autism and others. Questionnaire survey showed satisfactory evaluation from all subjects. These results suggest that combined therapeutic trials would contribute the improvement of ASD, leading to future possibility of treatment.
Challenges in the access to piped water in rural localities of the municipality of Acapulco de Juarez, Guerrero, Mexico
Authors: Toribio Brito Guillermo Ezbón , Ríos Artemio López
Published: June 2024

Universal and equitable access to drinking water service is a requirement included in international agreements, such as the 2030 Agenda, which aims to reduce the percentage growth of water scarcity for rural and urban societies in the 21st century. Faced with this dynamic, since the end of the 20th century, the heads of state of Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries have made changes in national and international policy to facilitate access to piped water for human settlements lacking this resource. However, in spite of these interventions, many countries in LAC still lack access to the vital liquid, and Mexico is a clear example, since a considerable percentage of the population lives in poverty and without water service in several rural localities, which is why they have organized themselves to gain access to water service through the coordination of their human potential and the adequate management of local water resources, benefiting thousands of families.
Identification of active meteorological systems in Santa Catarina with potential socioeconomic impact
Authors: Pugas André Francisco , Vitor Adriano , de Quadro Mario Francisco Leal
Published: June 2024

The article aims to comprehensively identify and analyze the meteorological systems operating in the State of Santa Catarina, Brazil, shedding light on their characteristics, scales of action, and associated impacts, particularly regarding socioeconomic impacts on society. Utilizing a bibliographic review, the study synthesizes knowledge about these systems, including their characteristics and scales. A total of 62 manuscripts were analyzed, revealing the complexity of climatic phenomena from interdecadal scales to mesoscales. It covers the Pacific Decadal Oscillation and El Niño, the Madden-Julian Oscillation, and the Antarctic Oscillation (Southern Annular Mode - SAM), cyclones, the South Atlantic Convergence Zone (SACZ), the South Atlantic Subtropical Anticyclone (South Atlantic High - SAH) and the South Pacific Subtropical Anticyclone (South Pacific High - SPH), Upper Tropospheric Cyclonic Vortex (UTCV), Weather Systems, and Jet Streams (both Upper-Level and Low-Level Jets), Mesoscale Convective Complexes, and Squall Lines. Although microscale phenomena were not specifically identified in the research, they represent a highly active scale of meteorological phenomena essential for understanding the fine interactions that affect the local climate, highlighting the impact of geographical characteristics and specific microclimatic variations in Santa Catarina. Integrating these scales of analysis and identifying the active systems in the State can contribute to the needs of various segments, especially those employing a holistic approach in meteorology, aiming for a better understanding and prediction of meteorological systems.
Evaluation of soil moisture in relation to climate variability across Umudike, South eastern Nigeria
Authors: BM Onwuka , MO Nwagbara , PC Oguike
Published: June 2024

The evaluation of soil moisture in relation to climate variability was carried out in Umudike, Abia state. The objective of the study was to evaluate the relationship between soil moisture and climatic parameters in Umudike. Moisture content (MC) was calculated using the gravimetric method. Daily meteorological data used for this study were obtained from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration/National Centre for Environmental Prediction (NOAA/NCEP) under the National Weather Service, United States of America. The data were transformed subjected to regression analysis which was used to compare the influence of climate variables on the measured soil heat transfer over a period of time. Relative humility showed about 86.31% control over the variations of soil moisture which means it has a strong, positive influence on the variation of soil moisture content. Rainfall exhibited a significant positive impact, with approximately 69.04% control over soil moisture variations, indicating that increased rainfall leads to higher soil moisture levels. Sunlight duration played a vital role, showing a 57.43% influence in reducing soil moisture content as sunlight duration increased. In contrast, wind speed had 1.01% which is a very weak negative impact, with little to no significant effect on soil moisture content. These results provide an understanding of the interplay between climatic variables and soil moisture, offering valuable insights for environmental and agricultural practices. The study recommends encouraging sustainable land use and conservation practices, like mulching and organic manure application, can help mitigate soil moisture loss. Diversifying crops to include those less sensitive to soil moisture variations can enhance resilience.
Prediction of over pressured zones from well logs in the Niger delta
Authors: Idris Abubakar Tanko , Tanko Danasabe , Bello Abubakar
Published: June 2024

The changes of some geophysical properties such as sonic compressional velocity with depth is an indication of the pressure system of over-pressured zones. Once these anomalous pressures are not forecasted correctly before drilling, calamitous occurrences, for instance kicks, and blowouts may ensue. This paper investigated the distribution and origin of overpressures in the Niger delta sedimentary basin using well log data. A Normal Compaction Trend line was generated by means of sonic velocity data and the overpressure zones were detected by observing the reversals of the sonic velocity data. The outcome of the formation pressure gradient prediction infers that the commencement of overpressure in the study area occurs at 7500ft with a resultant pressure gradient of 0.51psi/ft. Meanwhile, the findings of the assessment of sonic velocity and density cross-plots revealed disequilibrium compaction as the primary cause of overpressure. The prominent zones of overpressure were detected to appear at depths between 11100ft to 11300ft with an associated pressure gradient of 0.52psi/ft. to 0.53 psi/ft. This work will help in precisely predicting zones of overpressure in the research area prior to drilling.
Hazards to water resources and life safety from exploitation of onshore wells by hydraulic fracturing
Authors: Brewerton Robert W , Medonos Sava , Warren Graham D
Published: June 2024

This article addresses risks of damage to surface and ground water, and safety of operating personnel and the general public. It includes the experience from the exploitation of shale hydrocarbons in USA, Canada and China, as applicable to the conditions in the United Kingdom and elsewhere. The accident and pollution rates in drilling, fugitive methane and water pollution in these countries are significant and widely reported and need consideration in relation to proposed activities in UK and other countries. The article gives detailed explanation of the failure mechanisms that have led to accidents and pollution incidents overseas and may apply to UK and other countries. Much reference is to authors in USA and China and it is shown that the hydraulic fracturing operation itself is a major cause of well integrity failures that are not normally present in conventional onshore oil and gas exploitation sites. Methods used for the conventional sites can be applied selectively, but differences are not well covered in existing UK guidance or elsewhere. Significant amendments are proposed in the article. Hydraulic fracturing inter-acts with geology faults, which cannot be predicted, prevented, detected nor mitigated, and must be prohibited as such. The US experience cannot be applied in this aspect as the density of faults in UK is four-times higher than in US, and also the density of population, infrastructure and facilities are much higher in UK than in US. The hydraulic fracturing activity also increases the risk of loss of life of operation personnel and general public, whereas the three highest risk types are associated with transportation, contacts with equipment and fire and explosions. The objective of the article is to take a whole picture view as it is the interaction of factors that is key to the overall hazard. It explains the problem, describes the method of solution of the problem, the verification of the solution method, the solution itself with results, conclusions, recommendations and references. It presents the simulations of multi-physics, non-linear thermodynamics and strength behaviour of key process equipment. The article also briefly outlines the methods of holistic semi-quantitative risk assessment and the design of Safety and Environment Critical Elements and Barriers. It is pointed out that the findings in relation to risk of well leakage can apply also for carbon dioxide sequestration. This is due to the currently favoured practice of injecting cold liquid carbon dioxide into reservoirs that may have high temperature rocks. On the subject of computational intelligence, it is recommended that the thread of computational intelligence be interrupted by audit points, at each of which, the parallel safety management system (SMS) can control and amend the parameters of the thread. This is to cover for inherent risk uncertainties identified in the SMS process.
Evolution of the tectonic stress regime in the Pearl River Mouth Basin and its constraints on the spreading of the South China Sea
Authors: Tong Hengmao , Huang Lei , Zhang Hongxiang , Xiao Kunze
Published: June 2024

The formation and evolution of the South China Sea (SCS) have been a great concern in the academia for many years, but still are controversial. The evolution of the SCS can be constrained by studying the tectonic stress regime of the Pearl River Mouth Basin (PRMB), one of the representative basins in the northern continental margin of the South China Sea. Based on the analysis of high-resolution 2D and 3D seismic data, we discover seesaw sedimentary filling features above and below a crucial unconformity interface, the T80 reflection interface (40 Ma), which corresponds to a transformation in the tectonic stress regime of PRMB. We also find that before 40Ma (below the T80 reflection interface), the PRMB was extended in the NW-SE direction, and during 40–10.5 Ma (between T80–T32), the extension direction was nearly N-S and kept unchanged. With the constraints of tectonic stress regime of PRMB and other basins in the north of SCS, a new tectonic evolution model of the SCS is proposed. During 40–15.5 Ma, the formation of the SCS Oceanic Basin was driven by near N-S extension under conditions of pre-existing structures. The seawater depth and the seafloor geography in the SCS Oceanic Basin also can support this new model.
Practical interpretation of well test using the pressure and pressure derivative plot
Authors: Escobar Freddy Humberto , Balcazar Karla Sofia
Published: June 2024

Four methods are currently used for well test data interpretation in hydrocarbon-bearing formations which are conventional straight line, type curve-matching, non-linear regression (computer assisted) and TDS technique. The first is a very important method but has two main drawbacks: difficult to define a given region or flow regime and requires one plot for each flow regime. The second one is basically a trial-and-error method, and it is tedious and risky. It requires hundreds of type curves. The third one requires expensive computer software and involves none uniqueness of the solution; it is also the most used and misused worldwide. And the last one is very versatile, practical and self-verifiable. This short paper deals with the importance and application of this last technique which is not very much used in the hydrocarbon industry, maybe, due to a conservative tendency or ignorance of it. More than 200 hundred publications and a couple of books have been published on this issue. Impact of such publications is very low, though.
Challenges of energy storage devices in off-grid solar photovoltaic cold-chain systems for COVID-19 vaccine preservation in developing countries
Authors: Sobamowo Gbeminiyi M , Ewansiha Amenaghawon G , Jemiseye Akinwale E , Yinusa Ahmed A , Ojuro Joy N , Fawumi Rotimi O , gbadamosi Ridwan O Ola , Oyedele Ojuroye M
Published: June 2024

The development of Covid-19 vaccines is an immense achievement in the 21st century. However, the complex and super-cold storage requirements for the vaccine preservation in the developing countries and remote areas in the developed countries have been a great challenge. In such low-income countries and the areas, off-grid solar systems are alternatively used but the efficiencies of the solar systems have been significantly hampered by the energy storage system characteristics and capacity. However, the developments of cutting-edge battery technologies and energy storage systems such as lithium batteries, vanadium flow batteries, sodium-ion and solid-state batteries are offering a glimmer of hope for the storage of energy generated through solar power. Nonetheless, the high cost of the storage systems presents a great number of barriers to widespread adoptions and applications of the highly efficient batteries, especially in the low-income countries. In this paper, the challenges of energy storage devices in off-grid photovoltaic cold-chain system for the preservations of the covid-19 vaccines in the developing countries are presented and discussed. Also, different strategies of combating the challenges are provided. It is believed that such leap into an improved battery storage capacity and quality while lowering the cost significantly will facilitate the move towards the effective decarbonisation of power generation which will contribute to greater resilience and efficiency of solar powered refrigeration systems.
Characterization of biodiesel from waste cooking oil and conventional diesel blends: Effect of blending ratio
Authors: Oji Akuma , Odii Chinwe , Altraide Ibifuro
Published: June 2024

Human civilization basically depends on the utilization of energy which plays a big role in socio-economic development by improving the standard of living. Fast growing population and increase in production processes have led to rapid rise in energy demand. In this study, Biodiesel was produced from waste cooking oil and the effect of blending ratios on the properties of conventional or fossil diesel and biodiesel produced from waste cooking oil was investigated in this study. Conventional diesel to biodiesel blends were prepared at the ratios of 90:10, 80:20, 70:30, 60:40, 50:50. Characterization analyses were performed on the blended biodiesel and fossil diesel mixtures for specific gravity, cetane number, flash point and pour point. Gas Chromatography with Flame Ionization Detection (GC-FID) analysis was conducted to identify and quantify the chemical compositions in the blends. Results from GC-FID analysis revealed varying compositions in different blends, with hydrocarbons of different carbon chain lengths, as well as specific chemicals like phytane, pristine, and o-terphenyl. The characterization analysis showed that the specific gravity of 100% biodiesel was higher than that of 100% fossil diesel and the blend ratios of 80:20 and 90:10 also exhibited higher specific gravity values. Cetane numbers were found to be lower in 100%ompared to fossil diesel and certain blend ratios such as 50:50 and 60:40 showed improved cetane numbers compared to 100% Biodiesel. The pour point of 100% biodiesel was lower in both diesel fuels. Generally, it was observed that the diesel/BD blends demonstrated lower pour points than NNPC 100% Diesel. Based on the results, the diesel/BD 70:30 blend exhibited favorable properties in terms of cetane number, flash point, and pour point, suggesting potential benefits in terms of combustion efficiency and low-temperature operability.
Organic and synthetic cement slurry retarding additives for oil well cementing operations: a review
Authors: O Akuma , F. O Joel , O. E Tonye , A Ibifuro
Published: June 2024

Cementing operations within the context of crude oil production represent a crucial facet of the oil well completion process. However, a significant challenge encountered in high-temperature and high-pressure wells is that the cement slurry exhibits a reduced thickening time, demanding careful consideration and tailored solutions. As a result, the integration of chemical additives, in this case, retarders, becomes essential to tailor the behavior of the cement slurry to these good conditions. Over the years, different types of retarders that are applied to delay the thickening time of cement slurries to allow for more operational time during cementing activities have been developed and applied as oilfield chemicals. This review paper, using secondary data sources from academic journals, conference papers, textbooks, and unpublished studies from recognized websites, has categorized the different types of retarders into two broad classes: organic and synthetic retarders. The proposed theories involved in the mechanism of the cement slurry retardation process were elucidated. Also, the advantages and disadvantages of these retarders, the differences between the two categories, and the summary of the behaviors were stated. Although synthetic retarders are preferred in cement operations because they give predictable accuracy from time to time, however, because of strict environmental requirements in the oil and gas industry, organic retarders are encouraged as alternatives.
Analysis of determinates for the adoption of agricultural technologies by family farmers in the administrative post of OCUA, Northern Mozambique
Authors: Máquina Dalmildo Agostinho , Castiano Lérida Palmira Domingos Madeira , Máquina Bilde Agostinho , da Silva Adérito Jeremias Vicente
Published: June 2024

The adoption of new technologies in agriculture has attracted special attention in economic development because they offer the opportunity to substantially increase production and income. Therefore, the present research aims to analyze the potential factors for the adoption of agricultural technologies by farmers in the family sector in the Administrative Post of Ocua. To carry out the research, semi-structured interviews were carried out to collect information/data, which were then processed using Excel and SPSS software. The results show that around 73% adopt row cultivation using the compasses and density recommended for each type of crop, 54% use improved seeds, 52% apply some type of irrigation, 33% seed conservation, 32% use organic fertilizers, 34% use tractors and 21% capture and conserve rainwater on the farm. Regarding the determining factors for the adoption of different agricultural technologies, 91% point to Access to rural extension services, followed by Access to agricultural credit (89%) and membership in a farmer association (78%). Another significant part points to formal education at a rate of 53% and finally access to information on agricultural products at a rate of 42%. Access to credit, access to extension consultancy services and members of farmer associations are more likely to adopt new agricultural technologies.
Post-intensive care syndrome in patients recovered from COVID-19 discharged from intensive care at a third level of care
Authors: Alejandro Esquivel Chávez , Allin Canedo Castillo Nancy , Angélica Arteaga Méndez Cynthia , Noricel Padilla Olea , Teresa Hernández Altuna Jessica , Alberto Alvarado Echavarría , Carlos Sánchez Suárez Juan , Omar Moron Medina Jesús , Felipe Sánchez Montoya , Jacobo Galicia Castañeda Noe , Moises Moreno Noguez , Estela Herrera Morales Blanca
Published: June 2024

Introduction: The post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) was coined in 2020, survivors experience cognitive, psychological, and physical impairment; unknown effects due to not following up with patients discharged from an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Objective: To calculate the prevalence of PICS in patients recovered from COVID-19 discharged from the ICU from a third level of care. Material and methods: Ambispective, cross-sectional, observational, and analytical study. The prevalence of PICS was calculated in patients discharged from the ICU who recovered from COVID-19 and who met inclusion criteria, the descriptive analysis of the population was performed, and the sample was divided into two groups to compare them. Results: A total of 126 patients were included, 53.2% male, with a mean age of 52 years. BMI >25 was the most frequent comorbidity in 76.2%, followed by DM in 39.7%, SAH in 26.2%, the degree of dependence measured by the Barthel scale was mild in 27%, with 24 patients p 0.041 occasionally being dependent for urination, 38 patients p 0.034 to move with help and 36 patients with p .009 to climb stairs with help with a prevalence of PICS of 14.3%. Conclusion: The prevalence of PICS in patients recovered from COVID-19 was 14.3% and its main comorbidities were BMI >25, followed by DM2 and SAH.
Fermented and alkaline kelp extracts: a comparison of plant growth responses
Authors: Awal Sadiqul , Bartleet Christopher Michael , Hockey Martin
Published: June 2024

Global food needs drive the search for sustainable biostimulants to bolster agricultural yields. Fermented Kelp Extract (FKE) presents a viable alternative to lessening the use of synthetic fertilisers, offering potential advantages in crop productivity and soil health enhancement. This study compared the effects of Fermented Kelp Extract (FKE), Alkaline Kelp Extract (AKE), and control on the growth of Triticale seedlings over a 20-day period. The outcomes suggest that FKE performs comparably to AKE in key growth metrics, both outpacing the control group. The notable root growth in FKE-treated seedlings might be linked to elevated auxin levels resulting from fermentation. Additionally, FKE might influence seed coat characteristics, promoting efficient water uptake during germination. Although the benefits of FKE are clear, broader research with diversified samples and varied agricultural settings is paramount.
Endolifting® - the revolution in aesthetics: case report
Authors: Dias Layla , Bogado Carin
Published: June 2024

Objective: To present the innovative Endolifting® technique also known as Endolaser that became popular in Brazil. The technique uses a laser beam with a wavelength of 1470 nm emitted through an optical fiber inserted into the subdermal tissue in order to reduce subcutaneous fat and or tone the skin through neocollagenesis. Endolifting® meets the demand for innovative and less invasive aesthetic procedures, as it is a procedure that does not require incisions and sutures, with fast recovery time and natural and long-lasting results. The present study aims to present a clinical case of facial rejuvenation using the Endolifting® technique, supported by an extensive review of the literature. Case report: Flaccidity and facial aging are relevant aesthetic complaints that affect the facial harmony and self-esteem of many patients. In this clinical case report, we present the application of the 1470nm diode laser in combination with the Endolifting® technique, as a non-surgical alternative for facial rejuvenation. A 59-year-old patient with a complaint of flaccidity and facial aging underwent two treatment sessions, with an interval of 90 days between sessions. After treatment, a more balanced and rejuvenated facial profile was observed. The patient reported improvement in self-esteem and satisfaction with the results. Conclusion: This case report, based on the scientific literature, confirms the effectiveness of the 1470nm diode laser and the Endolifting® technique in facial rejuvenation, proving to be an innovative, efficient, safe and reproducible treatment for facial rejuvenation.
Ten common causes of squab death during pigeon rearing
Authors: Kabir M Ashraful
Published: June 2024

Squab deaths in most pigeon farms were very common. Out of 10 diseases, 60% occurred by feed serving, 10% were both for microbial and genetical causes and 20% for the parents’ behaviour of those squabs. If a rearer could provide balanced diet in various stages and observed pigeons’ behaviour deeply it would possible to overcome above mentioned problems/diseases. In Bangladesh remarkable squab deaths were found in most pigeon farms. Within these very common was embryonic death within the egg. For completely confined rearing or semi-intensive rearing system pigeons cannot take enough vegetables. From my own experiences if pigeons are reared in open place they easily can take grass or other plants which can be a good source of vitamin K. By providing green/red amaranath inside the cage for ensuring vitamin K or other good components of the pigeons may overcome their any vitamin deficiency. Pet shops of the country always provide lots of vitamin either they are water soluble (A, D, E, K) or others. In any emergencies some experienced pigeon keepers help to remove egg shell during hatching. For this, due to hand pressure heavy bleeding may happens which enhances chick death. In this case, for any newcomer, special care should take and of course need help from an expert at the first stage.
Resilience in young people: the need of the hour
Authors: Bhave Swati , Pradeep Meghana , Adsul Srushti , Sovani Anuradha , Mota Jill , Bhave Yashwant
Published: June 2024

Aim: As part of AACCI’s project on ‘Building Resilience’, a study was conducted to understand resilience, self-esteem, social self-efficacy, self-regulation, and emotional intelligence among adolescents and young adults. Methods: The current study aimed to determine the inter-relationships between the 5 scales: 1) Child and Youth Resilience Measure (CYRM-28), 2) Social Self-Efficacy Scale (SSES), 3) Schutte’s Emotional Intelligence Scale (SEIS), 4) Adolescent Self-Regulation Inventory (ASRI) and 5) Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale (RSES). The 5 scales were administered to (n = 354) college girls from a women’s college in Delhi. The data were analysed using the IBM SPSS Software Version 29.0.0. Correlation was conducted and Pearson’s correlation co-efficient was obtained in these results. Results: Results showed resilience was positively correlated with social self-efficacy (r=0.48, p<0.001), emotional intelligence (r=0.37, p<0.001) and self-regulation (r= 0.34, p< 0.001). Resilience was negatively correlated with self-esteem (r=-0.15, p<0.20). When we studied the interrelationships between variables, we found that self- regulation has a positive correlation with emotional intelligence (r=0.47, p<0.001) and with social self-efficacy (r=0.42, p<0.001). We also found that self-esteem has a negative correlation with social self-efficacy (r=-0.18, p<0.004). Conclusion: We can conclude that to build resilience we must build social self-efficacy, emotional intelligence and self-regulation. More research can be done to study resilience and self-esteem, especially among females.
The impact of implicit bias and emotional intelligence on physician attitudes and behaviors
Authors: H Rosenstein Alan , Rose Rosenstein Alexa
Published: June 2024

Implicit (subconscious) bias is defined as the tendency to process information based on unconscious associations and feelings, even when they are contrary to one’s conscious or declared beliefs. They can have a profound effect on shaping values, perceptions, and attitudes that impact judgment, decision making behaviors, relationship interactions, and event outcomes. This is particularly important in the health care sector where physicians are the driving force behind the care management process and discriminatory behaviors can impact decisions that affect patient relationships and clinical outcomes of care. In an effort to enhance care relationships we need to gain a better understanding of the cause and effect of implicit behaviors, raise levels of awareness, enhance individual and organizational awareness and sensitivity, accountability, and responsiveness, address resistance, and provide appropriate education, training, and behavioral interventions to assure access and equity in delivering high quality patient care.
Authentic leadership, organizational climate stress and wellbeing in healthcare workers
Authors: Cassidy Tony
Published: June 2024

Purpose: The concept of a resilient workforce is of growing interest in a changing and economically challenging context. This study aimed to explore the role of authentic leadership and organisational climate as a model for resilience in the workplace. Method: A questionnaire survey assessed authentic leadership, organisational climate, and work stress / wellbeing in 747 staff working in health care. Findings: Findings showed that organisational climate and authentic leadership are predictive of work stress and wellbeing. Practical implications: It appears that the combined effects of organizational climate and authentic leadership might underpin an approach to building resilience in the workforce. Originality: The study brings together the constructs of authentic leadership and organisational climate as a positive psychology model underpinning stress and wellbeing in the workplace.
Psychology, health and happiness: a monographic overview
Authors: Mora Acosta Ferney
Published: June 2024

This paper seeks to investigate some fundamental categories found in a relatively recent branch of the psychological discipline, which is known as Health Psychology. The first topic tries to explain the emergence of health psychology, based on two different but complementary positions; the second category seeks to make an apology for health psychology, as a science of good living, aimed at the search for and eventual attainment of happiness.
An objective criterion for weighting taxonomic characters
Authors: Carlos Sena Maia Joaquim
Published: June 2024

In this work we present the programs developed to calculate, through a weighting system, the contributions of taxonomic characters to aggregate species in higher taxa or to individualize them in identification processes. The concepts established in previous works are presented graphically in order to facilitate the understanding of the concepts of aggregative and discriminative potentials of a character. A step-by-step tutorial is presented to facilitate the use of the programs developed by the author to calculate the weighting of each character, numerically translating the ability to aggregate and discriminate taxonomic units, by means of statistical analysis.
Open and closed treatment of chest injuries: mortality, hospitalization, trauma indices and physiological data
Authors: Pereira de Godoy Jose Maria , de Assis Cury Francisco , Guerreiro Godoy OT Maria de Fatima , Luciano Baitello André
Published: June 2024

Background: In more than half of cases of chest trauma, patients also have head injuries, abdominal injuries or polytrauma. Aim: The aim of the present study was to compare open and closed treatment for chest injuries according to mortality, hospitalization, trauma indices and physiological data. Method: Three hundred sixty-seven patients (293 males and 74 females) with an Anatomic Injury Scale (AIS) score of 2 or more for thoracic trauma were evaluated. The following aspects were evaluated associations between treatment (open and closed) for chest injury, discharge from hospital, hospitalization and death, Trauma indices Revised Trauma Score (RTS), Injury Severity Score (ISS) and TRISS, Blood pressure, diastolic pressure, respiratory rate and pulse. Results: No significant associations were found between the type of treatment (open or closed procedure) and discharge from hospital, hospitalization or death (p = 0.3).No significant associations were found between the type of treatment (open or closed procedure) and the trauma indices, blood pressure, pulse or respiratory rate. Conclusion: No significant differences were found in the prognosis of cases of chest injuries submitted to open and closed procedures.
Older women with urinary incontinence have higher prevalence of dynapenia: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Ferreira Luis Fernando , Cardoso Jéssica Roda , Dalenogare Priscilla , Souza Cislaine Machado de , Leites Gabriela Tomedi , Telles da Rosa Luis Henrique , Viana da Rosa Patrícia
Published: June 2024

Objective: To investigate the association between muscle strength and the presence of Urinary Incontinence (UI) in older women. Method: The sample consisted of 236 dwelling older women residing in Porto Alegre/ Brazil. Data collection was performed through the application of the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire - Short Form (ICIQ-SF), the Sit-to-Stand Test (STS), and evaluation of handgrip strength using dynamometry. Results: 158 (66%) of the evaluated older women did not have UI, while 78 (33%) did. When comparing the means of the STS, no difference was found between the groups, however, there was a statistically significant difference in the handgrip dynamometry test. It was found that 35.89% of women with dynapenia had UI, compared to 20.88% of those without UI, showing a significant difference in the Chi-square test (X²=0.0132). Conclusion: Older women with UI have lower handgrip strength and an average handgrip strength indicative of dynapenia. The prevalence of UI was 58% higher in dynapenic women.