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Spatial Distribution Characteristics and Influencing Factors of Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guizhou Rocky Desertification Area
Authors: Wu Lixin , Yang Guanglei , Chen Xiaowei
Published: June 2024

The Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guizhou rocky desertification area is characterized by a fragile ecological environment, along with the inhabitation of many ethnic minorities, making it the region with the most poverty-alleviation targets among the 14 concentrated poverty-stricken areas in China. However, this area has obvious cultural resources, but it lacks systematic study. Therefore, integral investigation and research which can promote the sustainable development with abundant culture resource should pay more attention to it. This study, with 1113 national and provincial intangible cultural heritage projects in this area as research objects, used ArcGIS to visualize their geographic data for research. Geodetector was used to quantify the influence of relevant factors and analyze the distribution characteristics and influencing factors of intangible cultural heritage in this region. By providing a correlative strategy, the aim is to promote the coordinated development of the regional cultural economy. The results are as follows: (1) Guizhou exhibits the highest distribution of intangible cultural heritage projects, followed by Guangxi and Yunnan, indicating an uneven number of intangible cultural heritage projects. (2) A spatial analysis shows the clustered spatial distribution of intangible cultural heritage projects in this area, forming a high-density core area and multiple sub high-density areas with high spatial autocorrelation. (3) The spatial distribution of intangible cultural heritage in the rocky desertification areas of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guizhou is generally correlated with survival orientation and natural environmental factors and positively correlated with development orientation and social, economic, ethnic, and cultural factors. Among many factors, cultural environment quantity exhibits the strongest correlation with the spatial distribution of intangible cultural heritage. (4) Based on the degree of correlation with different influencing factors, four development strategies are proposed: digitization of intangible cultural heritage inheritance and development, multi-media intangible cultural heritage creation and dissemination, innovative construction of intangible cultural heritage exhibitions, and tourism-driven dynamic inheritance of intangible cultural heritage.
Empowering Urban Public Transport Planning Process for Medium-Sized Cities in Developing Countries: Innovative Decision Support Framework for Sustainability
Authors: Faiboun Natthapoj , Klungboonkrong Pongrid , Udomsri Rungsun , Jaensirisak Sittha
Published: June 2024

The challenges resulting from rapid economic growth, urbanization, and increased motorization in developing nations necessitate a comprehensive and sustainable approach to urban public transport planning. While sustainable urban public transport (SUPT) planning offers a solution, the complexity of choosing suitable policy measure options remains a challenge. This study first introduces a decision support framework (DSF) that integrates the sustainable urban public transport manual (SUPTM) adopted for generating the potential SUPT policy measure options, the KonSULT knowledge base applied for providing the performance scores of each measure option for all determined criteria, and the HMADM (including FAHP, FSM, and TOPSIS) technique to create, rank, and select SUPT policy measure options tailored to medium-sized urban areas in developing nations. A case study of Khon Kaen City, Thailand, illustrates the practical application of the framework, resulting in a set of 31 (91.2%) out of the total of 34 ranked policy measure options. Comparing these prioritizations with the city’s existing plan reveals a substantial agreement, which suggests the potential applicability of the DSF. Overall, the DSF marks a significant advancement in SUPT planning, which is crucial for shaping efficient, equitable, and environmentally conscious urban mobility in developing countries, which are undergoing transformative change.
The Synergistic Structure and Potential Development for Sustainable Ecosystem Services in Urban Areas along the Grand Canal: A Case Study of the Wuxi Segment
Authors: Yue Zhi , Hua Yuting , He Yue , Yao Di , Wang Liya , Tong Xin
Published: June 2024

The Grand Canal possesses a unique ecosystem as one of the world cultural heritage sites. However, its ecological roles and services have been underemphasized in heritage conservation efforts, leading to environmental pollution and the degradation of its heritage value, especially in the highly urbanized southern Jiangsu section downstream. This study examines the synergy between regulating ecosystem services (RESs) and cultural ecosystem services (CESs) along the highly urbanized Wuxi section of the Grand Canal, as well as the environmental drivers influencing this relationship. The findings reveal that the synergy between CESs and RESs does not occur at the urban–rural interface but rather in areas 4-6 km away from the Central Business District (CBD). Certain drivers, such as floor area ratio (FAR) and plot ratio (PR), enhance both RES and CES within specific sections. Beyond riparian green belts, various low-density, dispersed, and well-vegetated lands could serve as significant contributors to future ecosystem service (ES) synergy. These conclusions further elucidate the spatial distribution of the heritage cultural services and other ES synergy along the Grand Canal, providing scientific support for broader improvements guiding the sustainable co-development in similar urbanized areas.
Assessing Vulnerability and Prioritization of Cultural Assets for Climate Change Planning in Collier County, Southwest Florida
Authors: Kangas Rachael , Ayers-Rigsby Sara , Savarese Michael , Paramygin Vladimir , Sheng Y. Peter
Published: June 2024

Cultural resources are often overlooked in climate change and resiliency planning, despite them being integral to community identity and the restoration of a sense of normalcy after significant weather events. This vulnerability assessment demonstrates how cultural resources can be included in planning efforts, and how they can be prioritized based on specific criteria. To complete this assessment, a working group with local land managers and cultural resource professionals was formed, and members employed a sophisticated Geo Tool, ACUNE (Adaptation of Coastal Urban and Natural Ecosystems) for climate adaptation, to predict how cultural resources throughout Collier County, Florida, would be impacted in two specific climate scenarios. The working group selected ten significant sites in the county and used ACUNE to prioritize action at these sites, using a matrix of hazard exposure, sensitivity, adaptive capacity, and the environmental, social, and economic consequences of the loss of these sites. Based on the results of our case study vulnerability assessment of cultural resources in Collier County, the next decade (2020 to 2030) has the potential to increase the number of sites at risk of storm flooding from 267 to 318, alerting managers that immediate action is needed for the sites of greatest value. The analysis of 10 case study sites is presented to demonstrate an approach for land managers and other cultural resource professionals to prioritize action at their own sites.
Estimating the Energy Demand and Carbon Emission Reduction Potential of Singapore’s Future Road Transport Sector
Authors: Devihosur Shiddalingeshwar Channabasappa , Chidire Anurag , Massier Tobias , Hamacher Thomas
Published: June 2024

About 20% of the world’s CO2 emissions originate from transport. Many countries are committed to decarbonizing their transport sector. Singapore pledged to electrify a whole host of its land transportation fleet, which includes private cars, public buses, ride-hail vehicles, and motorcycles. This paper proposes a simple empirical framework to estimate the future energy demand after 100% electrification has been realized for nine selected road transport vehicle sub-classes and to calculate the carbon emission reduction potential based on various scenarios. The present energy demand for each vehicle sub-class is first calculated based on parameters like petrol and diesel consumption, heat value and density of petrol and diesel, population of vehicle type, and average mileage per vehicle sub-class. Several scenarios are presented, and an analysis is carried out to derive a range of emission factors which are used to estimate the carbon emission reduction potential. Relative to the present day, the future energy demand estimates reveal an overall reduction of 73.60%. Full electrification and a “clean” power generation mix could lead to an emission reduction as high as 93.64% across all vehicles sub-classes, with private cars having the highest reduction potential.
Energy-Efficient Secure Routing for a Sustainable Heterogeneous IoT Network Management
Authors: Thangavelu Ashok , Rajendran Prabakaran
Published: June 2024

The Heterogeneous Internet of Things (H-IoT) is considered as the upcoming industrial and academic revolution in the technological world, having billions of things and devices connected to the Internet. This H-IoT has a major issue of energy consumption during data transmission which leads to low scalability. Additionally, anomalies in the data create a serious threat to energy in H-IoT. To overcome these issues, a novel approach has been proposed in this study termed as the Energy-Efficient Memetic Clustering Method (EEMCM), which combines the Parallelized Memetic Algorithm (PMA) with the AlexNet architecture to improve anomaly detection efficiency in IoT WSNs. Initially, cluster formation and CH selection are carried out using PMA. This is followed by routing path generation, and the data are prepared for high-level feature extraction. The extracted features are classified to identify anomalies. For anomaly detection, high-level features were collected that contain data relevant to the model given as input into the AlexNet architecture, which detects anomalies and identifies normal or potential attacks within the IoT WSNs. The proposed EEMCM model has been implemented in the MATLAB platform and obtained an accuracy of 99.11%. As a result, the overall performance of the network is improved.
Improved YOLO v7 for Sustainable Agriculture Significantly Improves Precision Rate for Chinese Cabbage (Brassica pekinensis Rupr.) Seedling Belt (CCSB) Detection
Authors: Gao Xiaomei , Wang Gang , Qi Jiangtao , Wang Qingxia (Jenny) , Xiang Meiqi , Song Kexin , Zhou Zihao
Published: June 2024

Precise navigation in agricultural applications necessitates accurate guidance from the seedling belt, which the Global Positioning System (GPS) alone cannot provide. The overlapping leaves of Chinese cabbage (Brassica pekinensis Rupr.) present significant challenges for seedling belt fitting due to difficulties in plant identification. This study aims to address these challenges by improving the You Only Look Once (YOLO) v7 model with a novel approach that decouples its network head deriving from the Faster-Regions with Convolutional Neural Network (Faster R-CNN) architecture. Additionally, this study introduced a BiFormer attention mechanism to accurately identify the centers of overlapping Chinese cabbages. Using these identified centers and pixel distance verification, this study achieved precise fitting of the Chinese cabbage seedling belt (CCSB). Our experimental results demonstrated a significant improvement in performance metrics, with our improved model achieving a 2.5% increase in mean average precision compared to the original YOLO v7. Furthermore, our approach attained a 94.2% accuracy in CCSB fitting and a 91.3% Chinese cabbage identification rate. Compared to traditional methods such as the Hough transform and linear regression, our method showed an 18.6% increase in the CCSB identification rate and a 17.6% improvement in angle accuracy. The novelty of this study lies in the innovative combination of the YOLO v7 model with a decoupled head and the BiFormer attention mechanism, which together advance the identification and fitting of overlapping leafy vegetables. This advancement supports intelligent weeding, reduces the reliance on chemical herbicides, and promotes safer, more sustainable agricultural practices. Our research not only improves the accuracy of overlapping vegetable identification, but also provides a robust framework for enhancing precision agriculture.
On the Solvatochromism of Fluorescein Sodium
Authors: Cheptea Corina , Zara Alexandru , Ambrosi Ecaterina , Morosanu Ana Cezarina , Diaconu Maria , Miron Mihaela , Dorohoi Dana Ortansa , Dimitriu Dan Gheorghe
Published: June 2024

Fluorescein sodium is a very important compound for a wide spectrum of applications, from which medical applications prevail. Despite this, there are very few studies in the literature related to the structure and fundamental properties of fluorescein sodium and its solutions, with most of the studies dealing with fluorescein. The purpose of the present article is to determine some parameters of the fluorescein sodium molecule approaching the quantum-mechanical modeling and experimental solvatochromism in both binary and ternary solutions. For data analysis, several theoretical models were applied. The results highlight the intermolecular interactions involved in the spectral shift of the electronic absorption band of fluorescein sodium when dissolved in different solvents or binary solvents and allowed the estimation of the difference between the interaction energy in molecular pairs of the type of fluorescein sodium − solvent 1 and fluorescein sodium − solvent 2. By applying a variational method, the dipole moment in the first excited state of the fluorescein sodium molecule and the angle between the dipole moments in the ground and excited states, respectively, were estimated. These results are useful for a better understanding of the behavior of fluorescein sodium when dissolved in different solvents or combinations of solvents, to develop new practical applications.
Modeling the Nonmonotonic Immune Response in a Tumor–Immune System Interaction
Authors: Liu Yu , Ma Yuhang , Yang Cuihong , Peng Zhihang , Takeuchi Yasuhiro , Banerjee Malay , Dong Yueping
Published: June 2024

Tumor–immune system interactions are very complicated, being highly nonlinear and not well understood. A large number of tumors can potentially weaken the immune system through various mechanisms such as secreting cytokines that suppress the immune response. In this paper, we propose a tumor–immune system interaction model with a nonmonotonic immune response function and adoptive cellular immunotherapy (ACI). The model has a tumor-free equilibrium and at most three tumor-presence equilibria (low, moderate and high ones). The stability of all equilibria is studied by analyzing their characteristic equations. The consideration of nonmonotonic immune response results in a series of bifurcations such as the saddle-node bifurcation, transcritical bifurcation, Hopf bifurcation and Bogdanov–Takens bifurcation. In addition, numerical simulation results show the coexistence of periodic orbits and homoclinic orbits. Interestingly, along with various bifurcations, we also found two bistable scenarios: the coexistence of a stable tumor-free as well as a high-tumor-presence equilibrium and the coexistence of a stable-low as well as a high-tumor-presence equilibrium, which can show symmetric and antisymmetric properties in a range of model parameters and initial cell concentrations. The new findings indicate that under ACI, patients can possibly reach either a stable tumor-free state or a low-tumor-presence state in the presence of nonmonotonic immune response once the immune system is activated.
Timelike Constant Axis Ruled Surface Family in Minkowski 3-Space
Authors: Almoneef Areej A. , Abdel-Baky Rashad A.
Published: June 2024

A timelike (TL) constant axis ruled surface in E13 (Minkowski 3-space), as determined by its ruling, forms a constant dual angle with its Disteli-axis (striction axis or curvature axis). In this article, we employ the symmetry through point geometry of Lorentzian dual curves and the line geometry of TL ruled surfaces. This produces the capability to expound a set of curvature functions that specify the local configurations of TL ruled surfaces. Then, we gain some new constant axis ruled surfaces in Lorentzian line space and their geometrical illustrations. Further, we also earn several organizations among a TL constant axis ruled surface and its striction curve.
Design Procedure for Real-Time Cyber–Physical Systems Tolerant to Cyberattacks
Authors: Paredes Carlos M. , Martínez Castro Diego , González Potes Apolinar , Rey Piedrahita Andrés , Ibarra Junquera Vrani
Published: June 2024

Modern industrial automation supported by Cyber–Physical Systems (CPSs) requires high flexibility, which is achieved through increased interconnection between modules. This interconnection introduces a layer of symmetry into the design and operation of CPSs, balancing the distribution of tasks and resources across the system and streamlining the flow of information. However, this adaptability also exposes control systems to security threats, particularly through novel communication links that are vulnerable to cyberattacks. Traditional strategies may have limitations in these applications. This research proposes a design approach for control applications supported by CPSs that incorporates cyberattack detection and tolerance strategies. Using a modular and adaptive approach, the system is partitioned into microservices for scalability and resilience, allowing structural symmetry to be maintained. Schedulability assessments ensure that critical timing constraints are met, improving overall system symmetry and performance. Advanced cyberattack detection and isolation systems generate alarms and facilitate rapid response with replicas of affected components. These replicas enable the system to recover from and tolerate cyberattacks, maintaining uninterrupted operation and preserving the balanced structure of the system. In conclusion, the proposed approach addresses the security challenges in CPS-based control applications and provides an integrated and robust approach to protect industrial automation systems from cyber threats. A case study conducted at a juice production facility in Colima, México, demonstrated how the architecture can be applied to complex processes such as pH control, from simulation to industrial implementation. The study highlighted a plug-and-play approach, starting with component definitions and relationships, and extending to technology integration, thereby reinforcing symmetry and efficiency within the system.
Advances in Alphavirus and Flavivirus Research
Authors: Kim Young Chan , Reyes-Sandoval Arturo
Published: June 2024

Newly emerging viruses, primarily zoonotic or vector-borne, pose a persistent threat to public health and have led to outbreaks of global concern [...]
Assessment of Survival Kinetics for Emergent Highly Pathogenic Clade 2.3.4.4 H5Nx Avian Influenza Viruses
Authors: Warren Caroline J. , Brookes Sharon M. , Arnold Mark E. , Irvine Richard M. , Hansen Rowena D. E. , Brown Ian H. , Banyard Ashley C. , Slomka Marek J.
Published: June 2024

High pathogenicity avian influenza viruses (HPAIVs) cause high morbidity and mortality in poultry species. HPAIV prevalence means high numbers of infected wild birds could lead to spill over events for farmed poultry. How these pathogens survive in the environment is important for disease maintenance and potential dissemination. We evaluated the temperature-associated survival kinetics for five clade 2.3.4.4 H5Nx HPAIVs (UK field strains between 2014 and 2021) incubated at up to three temperatures for up to ten weeks. The selected temperatures represented northern European winter (4 °C) and summer (20 °C); and a southern European summer temperature (30 °C). For each clade 2.3.4.4 HPAIV, the time in days to reduce the viral infectivity by 90% at temperature T was established (DT), showing that a lower incubation temperature prolonged virus survival (stability), where DT ranged from days to weeks. The fastest loss of viral infectivity was observed at 30 °C. Extrapolation of the graphical DT plots to the x-axis intercept provided the corresponding time to extinction for viral decay. Statistical tests of the difference between the DT values and extinction times of each clade 2.3.4.4 strain at each temperature indicated that the majority displayed different survival kinetics from the other strains at 4 °C and 20 °C.
Factors Associated with HPV Genital Warts: A Self-Reported Cross-Sectional Study among Students and Staff of a Northern University in Nigeria
Authors: Ogbolu Melvin , Eniade Olanrewaju , Majiya Hussaini , Kozlovszky Miklós
Published: June 2024

The menace of human papillomavirus (HPV) infections among low- and middle-income countries with no access to a free HPV vaccine is a public health concern. HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Nigeria, while the most known types of HPV genotypes being transmitted are the high-risk HPV-16 and 18 genotypes. In this study, we explored the predictors of self-reported HPV infections and HPV genital warts infection among a population of students, non-academic staff, and academic staff of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) University located in Lapai, Nigeria. We also assessed their knowledge about HPV infections and genotypes, and sexual behaviors. An online cross-sectional study was conducted by setting up a structured questionnaire on Google Forms and it was distributed to the university community via Facebook and other social media platforms of the university. The form captured questions on HPV infection, and knowledge about HPV infection and genotypes, as well as the sexual health of the participants. All variables were described using frequencies and percentage distribution; chi-squared test statistics were used to explore the association between HPV infection (medical records of HPV infection) and the participants’ profile, and a logistic regression analysis was performed to examine the factors associated with HPV genital warts infection among the population. This study reveals those participants between the ages of 26–40 years (81.3%) and those currently not in a sexually active relationship—single/divorced (26.4%)—who have self-reported having the HPV-16 and -18 genotypes. Moreover, participants between 26–40 years of age (OR: 0.45, 95%CI: 0.22–0.89) reported themselves to be carriers of HPV genital warts. Therefore, this study reveals the factors associated with HPV infection and genital warts peculiar to IBB university students and staff. Hence, we suggest the need for HPV awareness programs and free HPV vaccine availability at IBB university.
The Impact of Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) in Al Hada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif, Saudi Arabia
Authors: De Asis Jean B. , Al Ghamdi Abdulrahman , Abid Muhammed H. , Al Nofeye Jamal , Bautista Reynan S.
Published: June 2024

Background

In the realm of healthcare quality, outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) has emerged as the gold standard for managing patients who have transitioned from inpatient care but still require extended intravenous antimicrobial treatment. The adoption of OPAT at Al Hada Armed Forces Hospital in Taif, Saudi Arabia, not only bolsters patient satisfaction but also serves as a catalyst for reduced hospitalization durations, lower rates of emergency department readmissions, and an overall reduction in healthcare expenditures. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of OPAT in a tertiary center facility in Saudi Arabia.

Methods

In this retrospective investigation, we conducted a thorough review of patient records spanning from November 2020 to October 2021. Our study encompassed all patients who had intravenous antibiotics and were participants in the hospital’s OPAT program during this specific timeframe. Our primary goal was to achieve a 20% reduction in the total number of hospital bed days related to long-term antibiotic therapy.

Results

The incorporation of OPAT has yielded a multifaceted transformation within the hospital. Over the span of one year, from November 2020 to October 2021, there was a notable decrease in the proportion of patients requiring intravenous antibiotics. This percentage initially dropped from 23% to 12% with the implementation of the OPAT quality improvement project, and later, it reached an even lower 8%. This positive transformation not only had a positive impact on patient care but also led to significant cost savings, exceeding 2 million riyals. These savings were primarily driven by the reduction in hospitalization duration and the more efficient allocation of resources. Moreover, this improvement contributed to the avoidance of 673 patient days of hospitalization, thereby creating additional resources for more critical cases.

Conclusion

OPAT has emerged as a pivotal component of Al Hada Armed Forces Hospital’s commitment to elevating healthcare quality. This abstract offers a concise insight into the quality-driven impact of OPAT within a specific healthcare context, underlining its capacity to optimize patient care, enhance healthcare efficiency, and elevate resource allocation. Ongoing research and continuous evaluation will play a critical role in refining and expanding the OPAT program while preserving its quality-oriented perspective.
Problematika Implementasi Program Kartu Tani Dalam Distribusi Pupuk Bersubsidi Di Kabupaten Jepara
Authors: Hani Ummi , Yuniningsih Tri , Suwitri Sri
Published: June 2024

Jepara Regency is an area that has implemented farmer cards for 6 years, but its implementation still experiences problems from the initial application for the farmer card to the distribution of subsidized fertilizer. The aim of writing this article is to find out how the farmer card program is implemented in Jepara Regency and the factors that influence it. This article uses George C. Edward III's implementation theory. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach, with analysis of secondary sources such as journals, newspapers, online information (official websites and news portals). This article shows that the implementation of farmer cards in Jepara Regency is experiencing problems, including the problem of not fulfilling the 6 T principles, technical and non-technical problems starting from applying for registration, late and late distribution of farmer cards, allocation of subsidized fertilizer that is not absorbed optimally, to the existence of fraud at KPL kiosks that sell fertilizer using a package system.
Prototipe Sistem Rekam Data Alat-alat Ukur, Takar, Timbang dan Perlengkapannya Berbasis RFID
Authors: Kumala Ardelia Ruciragati
Published: June 2024

Pada saat ini, inventarisasi dan identifikasi alat Ukur, Takar, Timbang, dan Perlengkapannya (UTTP) di kegiatan metrologi legal masih menggunakan metode konvensional, yaitu menggunakan buku register dan arsip sertifikat. Untuk peningkatan efektifitas dan efisiensi kerja, pada penelitian ini dilakukan perancangan prototipe sistem rekam data UTTP berbasis Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) sebagai alternatif penggunaan teknologi RFID untuk menggantikan sistem konvensional dalam hal pencatatan dan penyimpanan data hasil pengujian. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif. Data yang diperoleh akan diolah dan dianalisis sehingga ditarik sebuah kesimpulan. Data hasil pembacaan prototipe ini dapat dikonversi ke Microsoft Excel dalam bentuk file kumpulan data UTTP yang berguna untuk keperluan pengawasan kemetrologian serta pencatatan Barang Milik Negara (BMN) di laboratorium. Untuk uji unjuk kerja prototipe yang dirancang dilakukan beberapa pengujian, diantaranya pengujian fungsi sistem, pengujian jarak deteksi tag, pengujian dengan media penghalang, pengujian sudut pembacaan reader, pengujian waktu rata-rata deteksi tag. Berdasarkan data hasil pengujian, prototipe yang dirancang telah berfungsi untuk mengidentifikasi UTTP. Maksimal jarak deteksi RFID tag adalah 2,5 cm untuk jenis kartu, 1 cm untuk jenis stiker dan kunci. Interval waktu pembacaan tiap tag adalah kurang dari 1 detik. Pembacaan reader optimal pada sudut 45º-90º. Pengujian juga membuktikan pengaruh material penghalang pembaca terhadap pembacaan tag.
Research of the organizational culture of small business entities
Authors: Cherepanov A. V. , Polikarpova Ya. N.
Published: June 2024

The necessity of developing new approaches and techniques, adapting existing options for a deeper diagnosis of organizational  cultures  for  small  business  entities  (organizations)  is  actualized.  The  author's  version of  the  understanding of the  spheres and  types of  organizational culture is proposed, the  results of diagnostics and  a graphical representation of  the profile of the organizational culture of small businesses in the field of  consulting, based on the  application of  the  methodology of  the  framework design by K. Cameron and  R. Quinn, are presented. The specific features of  the organizational culture of small business entities are highlighted.
Accounting profession and digital technologies: threats and reality
Authors: Kuvaldina T. B. , Demura E. A.
Published: June 2024

Nowadays, it is not uncommon to hear words that the  accountant profession may disappear from the  labor market. Similar statements are being made by officials from the Ministry of Economic Development and the  Ministry of Finance of Russia. Experts believe that an accountant can be replaced by artificial intelligence. In the  age of technological progress, such statements can be considered justified, but information technology can make mistakes that, due to its professionalism, only a real person can detect. In addition, businesses need a professional who is able to interpret and  analyze data obtained using new digital technologies, build a control system and  give an expert assessment of  the work of  the neural network itself. The article discusses the issues of  the future of the accounting profession, taking into account the  opinions of students of the Omsk State University of  Railway Engineering.
Biological potential of plant pathogenic fungi on weeds: A mini-review essay
Authors: Kabashi Besarta , Massimi Mohunnad , Radócz László
Published: June 2024

The invasion of weeds into productive areas has substantial negative effects on native ecosystems as well as agricultural production systems globally. Consequently, the task of maintaining or restoring these systems will become increasingly challenging without consistent, ongoing management efforts. The intensifying emergence of herbicide resistance in numerous weed species, coupled with the unintended pollution caused by synthetic herbicides, underscores the growing necessity for alternative, environmentally friendly, and sustainable management techniques, such as the utilisation of bioherbicides. Plant pathogenic microbes play an important role in biologically management of weeds, with the utilization of plant pathogenic fungi emerging as a promising area of study for novel research trends aimed at weed management without reliance of herbicides and to mitigate environmental pollution. A potential solution to decreasing pesticide usage involves the development of bioherbicides containing fungal active ingredients. Among the most commonly utilised fungi in bioherbicides are genera like Alternaria, Colletotrichum, Cercospora, Fusarium, Phomopsis, Phytophthora, Phoma, and Puccinia. Increased weed resistance to herbicides has influenced new strategies for weed management, with some fungi from genera such as Colletotrichum and Phoma already employed for weed control. Nonetheless, it is evident from reviews that further research is imperative in this domain, with particular emphasis on analysing the efficacy of each plant pathogenic fungi.
Performance of agricultural factors on yield of sweet corn (Zea mays L. Saccharata ) - A review
Authors: Sidahmed Hajer Mohamed Ibrahim , Illés Árpád , ALmahi Ali , Nagy János
Published: June 2024

Sweet corn producers and industries require more reliable cultivars which could be accomplished by hybrid breeding. However, progressive phenological growth may be affected by different factors. In this paper, we analyze the key factors that determine the growth and yield of sweet corn. Environmental factors such as temperature and photoperiod were strong determinants of dates of flowering and harvest which are often crucial to yield in diverse climates and agricultural systems, besides the country's pedological conditions, especially soil fertility, affected phenological development. The effectiveness of fertilization in improving sweet corn growth performance was significantly influenced by the soil characteristics, the water supply, the genotype, and the agrotechnological factors. Therefore, genetic improvement of hybrids should be incorporated into the climate and soil elements to stabilize sweet corn yields in various agroecosystems. Decisions made in the sowing period are very significant, as up to 30% of the obtained yield may depend on making the proper choice. Deviation from the optimum date (either early or late sowing) may decrease yield. When deciding about the sowing date of maize, one needs to consider climate, soil quality, geographical location, temperature, weed infestation, sowing seed quality, and the ripening time of the hybrid to be produced.
The effect of sous-vide cooking on the antioxidant properties of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus L.)
Authors: Törős Gréta , Prokisch József , Peles Ferenc , Nagy Róbert , Nagy János , Béni Áron
Published: June 2024

Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus L.) are renowned for their antioxidant, antimicrobial, and prebiotic properties. This study explores the antioxidant characteristics, activity, and β-glucan content in freeze-dried mushroom samples, investigating the influence of sous-vide cooking. Uncooked freeze-dried P. ostreatus and three pre-cooked freeze-dried samples (70, 80, 90 °C through 4 hours) were analysed for Total Polyphenol Content (TPC), Total Flavonoid Content (TFC), Radical Scavenging (DPPH), Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power (FRAP), and β-glucans content via HPLC and Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) via enzymatic gravimetric method. Results indicate that uncooked mushroom powder exhibited superior antioxidant capabilities compared to cooked samples. The sous-vide cooked (80 °C) mushrooms displayed the highest total phenolic and flavonoid content. Moreover, pre-cooked (70 °C) mushroom powder demonstrated the highest β-glucan content, significantly surpassing the uncooked control sample. Notably, pre-cooked groups (80, 90 °C) demonstrated significantly higher TDF levels compared to uncooked sample. This research offers valuable insights into the potential use of mushrooms as high-antioxidant, antimicrobial, and prebiotic food or feed supplements, with broad implications across various fields.
Individual cage housing affects feed intake and induces sex-specific effects on body weight in Japanese quails
Authors: Reda Gebrehaweria K. , Ndunguru Sawadi F. , Csernus Brigitta , Lugata James K. , Knop Renáta , Szabó Csaba , Czeglédi Levente
Published: June 2024

Individual cage housing in poultry production could be a potentially stressful environment for the birds that can alter feed intake, consequently induce negative effects on performance. Previous studies used individual bird-based experiments to extract the detailed molecular, physiological, and fitness outcomes of treatments. Understanding sex-specific effects of isolation on social birds such as Japanese quails (Coturnix japonica) may reveal important considerations. To understand this phenomenon, birds were kept in groups of 10 for one week and they were kept in individual cages for another week.  Daily feed intake (DFI) was measured each day and body weight was measured at the beginning, middle, and end of group rearing and at the beginning and end of individual rearing. It was found that both males and females showed a reduction DFI in response to individual rearing (p<0.0001). Females consumed on average 29.38% higher amount of feed than males. Additionally, females showed a pronounced reduction in body weight after isolation, while the effect on males was not significant. Similarly, females had on average 17.61% higher body weight than males. The body weight to DFI ratio was higher in males than females. The finding of this research revealed an important implication of isolation and sex differences.
Evaluation of bioactive substances in different parts of the root in beetroot (Beta vulgaris ssp. esculenta var. rubra)
Authors: Besbas Mohamed El-Amine , Takácsné Mária Hájos
Published: June 2024

Beetroot, also known as Beta vulgaris ssp. esculenta var. rubra, is a root vegetable that contains a substantial quantity of bioactive elements, notably antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. These bioactive compounds, including betalains, phenolics, and flavonoids, contribute to the health-promoting properties of beetroot. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of beetroot have been extensively studied in preclinical and clinical settings. The active compounds in beetroot have been reported to provide benefits in reducing the risk of various diseases, our research provides a comprehensive analysis of the bioactive compounds the inner and outer skin parts of the root structure. The findings aim to contribute to a deeper understanding of the potential health benefits associated with specific beetroot root components. Furthermore, the results have implications for optimising beetroot cultivation and processing for enhanced nutritional value. This research not only advances our knowledge of the phytochemical profile of beetroot outer skin but also offers valuable insights into the broader field of plant biochemistry and its applications in promoting human health and nutrition.
The effect of washing for the shelf-life parameters of spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.)
Authors: Pócsik-Sáfrány Krisztina , Ansaroudi Rana Shahriyari , Zabiák Andrea , Mihály Kata , Csótó András , Sándor Erzsébet
Published: June 2024

Spinach is a very popular green leafy vegetable because of its versatile usage and beneficial for the health. However, spinach may contain several pathogen bacteria: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella spp., Salmonella spp., Enterobacter spp., Citrobacter spp., Shigella spp. and Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause several serious health problems. This study investigates the effects of washing with citric acid for the shelf-life parameters of spinach in comparison to the effect of washing with water and control. Washing of spinach with 0.5% citric acid solution decreased the elasticity of the spinach leaves, as well as the chlorophyll content. On the other hand, the total plate count, as well as the yeast and mold count could be decreased with this treatment, but difference was not detectable at the forth storage day. The fecal indicator E. coli did not change, indicating washing was not effective in this case. Further optimisation of treatment and storage conditions may decrease microbial risk of fresh spinach consumption without decreasing its sensory quality.
Unraveling changes in the duck microbiome and inflammatory processes due to allithiamine-enriched feed
Authors: Szőke Zsombor , Szilágyi-Tolnai Emese , Dávid Péter , Fauszt Péter , Szilágyi Endre , Szilágyi-Rácz Anna , Stündl László , Gál Ferenc , Gálné Remenyik Judit , Paholcsek Melinda
Published: June 2024

The gastrointestinal tract of poultry harbors a diverse and intricate microbiome that plays a crucial role in nutrient digestion and absorption, immune system development, and enhances resistance against pathogens. Maintaining a healthy state and proper production is fundamentally determined by the symbiosis between the host and microbes. Due to genetic and technological improvements, intensive growth rate can be associated with many pathological conditions, such as increased susceptibility to infections. Intestinal inflammation in poultry industries detrimentally affects productivity by hindering nutrient absorption and the efficient allocation of nutrients for growth. The host releases different biomarkers in response to inflammation. Hence, there is an utmost interest of reliable, precise, sensitive and robust biomarkers to evaluate both the gastrointestinal health status and inflammation in poultry. The aim of this study was to determine how the developed feed prototype (allithiamine) affects the community diversity in raised duck, and the relationship between gut microbiome composition and inflammatory factor as calprotectin, using targeted 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing and Chicken Calprotectin ELISA Kit.
Grassland association stock of plants the examination of the regeneration of a construction
Authors: Varga Krisztina , Csízi István
Published: June 2024

Due to the drastic change in using the nature like grassland association (one-sided overgrazing – one mowing per a year), by the third year of the experiment in every area, where overgrazing stopped, independently on second sowing and nutrient resupply, Borhidi degradation degree decreased. In the areas where overgrazing with large animal density (sheep) continued, degradation degree was 3.4–5.0 by the third year of the experiment, and Hordeum murinum, which causes animal healthy problems, appeared massively.
Prevalência da disfunção temporomandibular na adolescência
Authors: Pires Lucimara Rodrigues , Reis Rosiete da Silva , Silva Shirley Nara Nobre da , Rodrigues Cleyce Rock Garcia , Fonseca Tiago Silva da , Pessoa Karolinne Dantas
Published: June 2024

Este artigo apresenta a disfunção temporomandibular (DTM) que é uma condição em que afeta a articulação temporomandibular, os músculos mastigatórios e estruturas associadas, causando dor, limitando o movimento e ruídos articulares. Estudos apontam uma alta prevalência de DTM em adolescentes, com taxas de até 35,7% em algumas populações. A DTM é multifatorial, influenciada por fatores biomecânicos, psicossociais e genéticos, podendo se manifestar de diversas formas, como dor na articulação, ruídos articulares e até mesmo dor de cabeça. O diagnóstico precoce da DTM é fundamental para evitar complicações futuras. Profissionais de saúde, especialmente cirurgiões-dentistas, desempenham um papel crucial no diagnóstico e tratamento da DTM. As opções de tratamento podem incluir terapia medicamentosa, fisioterapia, uso de placas oclusais e, em casos específicos, intervenção cirúrgica. A abordagem multidisciplinar, envolvendo fisioterapeutas, psicólogos e fonoaudiólogos, além do cirurgião-dentista, é essencial para o sucesso do tratamento da DTM. A promoção de hábitos saudáveis e a identificação precoce dos sinais e sintomas são importantes para prevenir e controlar as disfunções temporomandibulares em adolescentes, contribuindo para obter qualidade de vida e bem-estar dessa população. Este estudo tem como finalidade revisar a literatura acerca da frequência de DTM em adolescentes, com o intuito de alertar os profissionais de saúde para os sinais e sintomas que surgem precocemente.
Tratamento cirurgico de sialólito de grandes proporções em glândula sublingual: relato de caso
Authors: Gusmão Maria Vitória Sales de , Lima Innara Carla Santos , Ribeiro Igor Lerner Hora , Andrade Clarisse Samara de , Sales Pedro Henrique da Hora
Published: June 2024

A sialolitíase é uma condição benigna que envolve a formação de pequenos depósitos de cálcio e outros minerais nas glândulas salivares principais: glândulas parótidas, submandibulares e sublinguais.  Sua etiologia até o presente momento é inexplorada. Portanto, se presume na existência de fatores que afetam a formação de cálculos salivares e são divididos em dois grupos: os anatômicos, que afetam a formação ou o fluxo da saliva e os de composição. É uma condição que afeta predominantemente indivíduos de 30 a 60 anos e sendo mais comum em homens. Pacientes que apresentam sialólitos geralmente apontam história de inchaço na glândula salivar afetada, podendo não manifestar sintomatologia dolorosa, ou também, início agudo de dor que piora com as refeições. O diagnóstico clínico pode ser desafiador, mas as técnicas diagnósticas modernas envolvem a ultrassonografia, tomografia computadorizada, ressonância magnética (RM) e visualização direta com sialoendoscopia, podendo diagnosticar com previsão levando a resultados positivos. O presente estudo teve como objetivo relatar um caso de remoção cirúrgica de sialólito em glândula sublingual. Para o paciente em discussão, foi levado em consideração sua queixa principal e seu quadro clínico. Foi realizado exame clínico, onde foi possível notar a presença de uma área endurecida na região anterior do assoalho bucal. Com o auxílio do exame de imagem o diagnóstico final estabelecido foi sialólito na glândula sublingual. O paciente foi submetido ao procedimento cirúrgico, sob anestesia geral.  Foi realizado uma incisão cirúrgica por via intra-oral até a exposição do cálculo salivar, a cirurgia transcorreu sem intercorrências. O paciente está em acompanhamento há 2 anos, encontrava-se estável e sem recorrência da condição clínica. Conclui-se que o tratamento cirúrgico se mostrou eficaz para o tratamento do paciente no presente caso.
Uso terapêutico do CBD na epilepsia: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Cerqueira Mainara , Freitas Luciana Kellen de Oliveira , Almeida Michelle de Freitas Bispo , Hespanhol Larissa Fonseca Oliveira , Santos Daniela Barbosa Brito dos , Capistrano Eliana Leal
Published: June 2024

A utilização medicinal da cannabis remonta a milênios, embora somente recentemente tenham surgido estudos explorando suas propriedades medicinais. O objetivo deste estudo consiste em descrever a eficácia terapêutica do canabidiol (CBD), no tratamento de crises epilépticas, seja como monoterapia ou em conjunto com outros tratamentos. Por meio de uma revisão de cunho integrativo com abordagem qualitativa, quantitativa e descritiva. Foram realizadas buscas nas bases de dados Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO) e National Library of Medicine (PubMed) onde as consultas foram realizadas durante o primeiro semestre de 2024, nos meses de janeiro a junho. e os artigos foram selecionados independentemente por: temática central, levantamento bibliográfico com referência às publicações do recorde temporal, na língua portuguesa e inglesa. Foram incluídos 8 artigos, 4 são estudos experimentais, 3 ensaios clínicos duplo-cego randomizados e 1 ensaio clínico randomizado. Todos os estudos demonstraram melhora na frequência das crises após uso do CBD. Os efeitos adversos mais encontrados foram diarreia, sonolência, fadiga, distúrbios gastrointestinais, hiporexia, diarreia e irritabilidade. Diante desse cenário, os estudos evidenciaram que o uso do CBD se revelou uma opção promissora para aliviar os sintomas clínicos, proporcionando uma melhoria significativa na qualidade de vida dos pacientes afetados por essa condição médica.