bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
DISCRIMINATION OVER WOMEN AS DEPICTED IN WALKER’S AND TOHARI’S WORK: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors: Rorintulus Olga A. , Wuntu Ceisy N. , Tatipang Devilito Prasetyo , Lolowang Imelda , Merlin M. Maukar
Published: February 2023

This research raises the deconstruction of patriarchal power over women, social, race and education in the novels. The researcher examines this matter with the aims of uncovering and describing gender issues in this study based on the existence of women who feel oppressed trying to fight for their rights. In this study, the researcher compares the same situation between the two main characters in these two novels which is described using a qualitative descriptive method. The data sources in this research are the novels Bekisar Merah and The Color Purple. The data were obtained by reading, taking notes, and coded each sentence related to the research data. In analyzing the data, the researcher uses the Feminist Intersectional theory to examine in depth the oppression of women from all aspects. The results of this study indicate that there is discrimination experienced by the two main characters in the novel, discrimination in terms of gender, family, society, race and education. Marginalization is also felt by these two characters due to differences in Gender, Race, and Family backgrounds that give rise to marginalization, the existence of dominance from the other party towards one of the sexes can be marginalized, in addition, the injustice has to do with the subordination, stereotypes, and violence experienced by the female characters in the novel. However, the form of gender equality in this case is the need for mutual respect between men and women, women as equal partners of men are more precisely as mentors and equal partners.
Sistem Imbal Jasa Pada Agen BRILink: Sebuah Tinjauan Ekonomi Syariah
Authors: Setiawan Adi , Putra Adi
Published: February 2023

ABSTRAK

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui Sistem Imbal Jasa pada Agen BRILink di Kecamatan Air Dikit Kabupaten Mukomuko Perspektif Ekonomi Islam. Penelitian yang dilakukan adalah penelitian lapangan (field research) dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Sistem Imbal Jasa Agen BRILink Kecamatan Air Dikit Kabupaten Mukomuko merupakan sistem bagi hasil atau imbal jasa antara BRI dengan Agen BRILink dengan presentase fee sebesar 50%:50%. 50 % untuk agen dan 50% lagi untuk BRI. Penetapan tarif jasa agen BRILink Kecamatan Air Dikit Kabupaten Mukomuko tidak ada ketentuan nominal biaya administrasi dari BRI yang dikenakan kepada  nasabah, hanya saja BRI memberikan biaya tarif standar dengan agen BRILink sedangkan untuk tambahan biaya adminitrasi secara penuh diserahkan pada masing-masing agen BRILink, sehingga agen BRILink dapat mencapai target minimal 200 transaksi/bulan sesuai ketentuan BRI. Analisis Perspektif Ekonomi Islam Terhadap Tarif Jasa Agen BRILink Kecamatan Air Dikit Kabupaten Mukomuko sudah sesuai dengan prinsip Ekonomi Islam yaitu prinsip tolong menolong, prinsip kelayakan/patut, prinsip kepastian/jelas, dan prinsip manfaat.

Kata Kunci: Jasa, Agen BRILink, Ekonomi Islam
Kualitas Fisik dan Protein Telur Ayam Ras dengan Pemberian Virgini Coconut Oil dan Minyak Zaitun serta Lama Penyimpanan yang Berbeda
Authors: Majid Irmawaty , Amelinda Amda Dwiputri  , Muhammad Nur Hidayat  , Kiramang Khaerani
Published: February 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah jenis minyak dan lama penyimpanan dapat mempengaruhi kualitas fisik dan protein telur ayam ras serta ada tidaknya interaksi pada kedua faktor tersebut. Penelitian ini menggunakan 36 butir telur ayam ras Lohmann brown. Metode penelitian menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) pola faktorial 2x3 yaitu faktor A terdiri dari 2 perlakuan jenis minyak yaitu Virgin Coconut Oil (M1) dan Minyak Zaitun (M2).  Sedangkan faktor B terdiri dari 3 perlakuan yaitu lama simpan 7 hari, 14 hari dan 21 hari.  Masing-masing perlakuan diulang sebanyak 2 kali.  Parameter yang diamati dalam penelitian ini adalah penyusutan berat telur, rongga udara, indeks putih telur, indeks kuning telur, tebal kerabang dan kualitas protein telur. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tidak terdapat interaksi diantara dua faktor terhadap seluruh parameter penelitian.
Aliansi Meratus Sebagai Gerakan Sosial “Perlawanan” Warga Negara Pro-Lingkungan Di Kalimantan Selatan; Perspektif Kewarganegaraan Ekologis
Authors:   Universitas Lambung Mangkurat,, Sarbaini Sarbaini , Fahlevi Reja
Published: February 2023

Tujuan penelitan ini adalah untuk menuliskan bagaimana sepak terjang dan peran gerakan sosial Aliansi Meratus yang merupakan gerakan perlawanan pro lingkungan di Kalimantan Selatan sebagai wujud gerakan kewarganegaraan ekologis. Pendekatan penelitian adalah penelitian kualitatif. Populasi adalah Gerakan Aliansi Meratus, informan kunci ditentukan secara purposive sampling, yaitu aktivis Gerakan Aliansi Meratus. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui wawancara, observasi dan studi dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan Aliansi Meratus muncul karena kepedulian berbagai elemen tokoh masyarakat yang berjuang agar tidak terjadi tukar guling wilayah Meratus dengan wilayah PT Kodeco. Gerakan Aliansi Meratus adalah wadah perlawanan yang memperjuangkan hak-hak masyarakat, menyuarakan agar tidak terjadi tukar guling lahan, apabila terjadi dapat merusak ekosistem lingkungan, serta menghilangkan tradisi dan adat istiadat masyarakat dan lingkungan pegunungan Meratus. Peran Gerakan Aliansi Meratus adalah wadah yang memberikan kesadaran dan penguatan; kampanye dan sosialisasi untuk mendapatkan dukungan masyarakat; penelusuran ke lembaga-lembaga, instansi maupun akademisi untuk mencari dukungan; melakukan kajian terhadap peraturan-peraturan untuk melakukan penolakan secara ilmiah terhadap kebijakan; melakukan Aksi dan Pernyataan Sikap sebagai wujud perlawanan dan ketidaksetujuan masyarakat untuk menolak tegas segala macam bentuk eksploitasi terhadap hutan Meratus, yang dilakukan di balai-balai Adat maupun aksi yang dilakukan di depan Gedung DPRD Kabupaten dan Provinsi; dan membuat event festival-festival kesenian baik teater maupun festival baca puisi yang bertemakan tentang Meratus
Praktik Profil Pelajar Pancasila di SMA Negeri Tulakan Pacitan
Authors:   SMA Negeri Tulakan Pacitan, Rudiawan Rofi , Cahyono Hadi , Puji A Ambiro ,   Universitas Muhamamdiyah Ponorogo
Published: February 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk: 1) Untuk mengetahui praktik Profil Pelajar Pancasila di SMA Negeri Tulakan. 2) Untuk mengetahui faktor pendukung dan faktor penghambat praktik Profil Pelajar Pancasila di SMA Negeri Tulakan. 3) Untuk mengetahui upaya dalam mengatasi hambatan praktik Profil Pelajar Pancasila di SMA Negeri Tulakan. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus di SMA Negeri Tulakan. Adapun dalam pengumpulan data penelitian ini menggunakan prosedur wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Adapun hasil penelitian ini sebagai berikut:1) Praktik Profil Pelajar Pancasila di SMA Negeri Tulakan diwujudkan melalui kegiatan intrakurikuler, ekstrakurikuler dan budaya sekolah. 2) Faktor pendukung: guru yang sudah sertifikasi, kerja sama wali murid, kurikulum yang sudah baik, pengawasan kepala sekolah, sarana, dan prasarana yang lengkap, sifat asli dan kepribadian peserta didik. Sedangkan faktor penghambat : ada guru dan staf belum sertifikasi, jarak rumah peserta didik yang jauh, koleksi buku kurang, keterbatasan guru dalam mendesain modul pembelajaran yang baik, dan bawaan karakter negative peserta didik. 3) Upaya dalam mengatasi hambatan dalam praktik Profil Pelajar Pancasila di SMA Negeri Tulakan yaitu mengikutkan guru dalam kegiatan workshop atau pelatihan, bekerja sama dengan tiga serangkai dalam akses informasi dan jurnal, mengikutsertakan guru mapel penggerak, serta pendampingan pemanfaatan IT, melakukan pendampingan kepada peserta didik.
Membangun Kecakapan Literasi Digital Citizenship Melalui Model Information Comunication Technology (ICT) Learning
Authors:   Universitas Sembilan belas November, Hariyadi Slamet , Saleh Muhamad ,   universitas halu oleo
Published: February 2023

Di era abad-21 saat ini membawa perubahan yang sangat pesat dan dampak signifikan terhadap seluruh aspek, di antaranya dalam dunia pendidikan khususnya pembelajaran. Komponen dan keterampilan yang ada di abad-21 adalah berpikir kritis dan pemecahan masalah, kreatif dan inovasi, komunikasi dan kolaborasi, serta kecakapan ICT (Information Media and Technology skills). Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui secara konseptual gambaran umum pembelajaran PKn berbasis kecakapan abad-21 dengan model ICT untuk membangun kecakapan literasi digital siswa dalam membentuk aspek dan kompetensi warga negara warga negara yang dibutuhkan di abad-21. Metode yang digunakan deskriptif kualitatif dengan melakukan kajian dan penafsiran melalui studi literatur. Dengan pertimbangan bahwa pendidikan kewarganegaraan merupakan mata pelajaran dan mata kuliah wajib yang di ajarkan di semua sekolah, jurusan pada Pendidikan Tinggi oleh sebab itu perlunya memasukkan kecakapan ICT dalam rancangan dan desain model pembelajaran Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan
Ocena plonowania i zachwaszczenia mieszanek grochu siewnego z pszenżytem jarym uprawianych na zieloną masę w rolnictwie zrównoważonym
Authors: Górski Rafał , Płaza Anna , Rudziński Robert
Published: February 2023

The paper presents the results of a 2016–2018 study to determine the effect of the share of components in the mixture and the harvest date on the weed infestation and yield of mixtures of field pea with spring triticale. Two factors were studied in the experiment: the proportion of components in the mixture: field pea – clean sowing 100%, spring triticale – clean sowing 100%,  field pea 75% + spring triticale 25%, field pea 50% + spring triticale 50%, field pea 25% + spring triticale 75%; harvesting date: flowering stage of field pea (BBCH 65), flat green pod stage of field pea (BBCH 79). The results obtained allow us to conclude that the cultivation of pea in mixed sowings with spring triticale reduces the weed infestation in the canopy compared to pea grown in pure sowing. The highest fresh matter yield was obtained from the mixture of field pea and spring triticale with 50% share of both components, harvested at the stage of flat green pod of field pea.
Prevalence of burnout syndrome among veterinarians in Spain
Authors: González Álvaro San Martín , González Paula San Martín , Míguez-Santiyán María-Prado , Rodríguez Francisco Soler , Pérez-López Marcos
Published: February 2023

OBJECTIVE

Burnout is a syndrome of emotional distress common in health-care professions. The aim of this study was to assess the potential levels of burnout syndrome among veterinarians in Spain as well as different factors involved in its prevalence.

SAMPLE

282 Spanish veterinarians (57.4% women and 42.6% men).

PROCEDURES

All data were obtained through an online survey. The instrument utilized for this purpose was the Maslach Burnout Inventory Human Services Survey (adapted to a Spanish-speaking population), with analyses performed using statistical software. Moreover, a sociodemographic questionnaire was utilized.

RESULTS

Within the considered population, 23% suffered from burnout syndrome and the average scores were 29 points for emotional exhaustion, 14 points for depersonalization, and 35 points for personal accomplishment. A higher prevalence of burnout was associated with small animal clinicians (75.3%) and women (66.1%), in comparison to large animal clinicians (24.6%) and men (33.8%).

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

This study showed for the first time that burnout syndrome is a current and highly relevant risk for Spanish veterinarians. The results obtained could help to raise awareness of this reality and the factors involved in the development or exacerbation of this syndrome.
General anesthesia does not induce ultrasonographic changes in the pleura of healthy adult horses anesthetized for elective magnetic resonance imaging
Authors: Hepworth-Warren Kate L. , Nelson Nathan C. , Dembek Katarzyna A. , Young Kimberly A. S.
Published: February 2023

OBJECTIVE

To compare thoracic ultrasonographic findings in healthy horses before and after general anesthesia for elective MRI utilizing a recently developed ultrasonographic scoring system to aid clinicians in the early identification of pneumonia following anesthesia.

ANIMALS

13 adult horses > 3 years of age.

PROCEDURES

Prior to anesthesia, horses underwent a thorough physical examination, CBC, thoracic radiography, and thoracic ultrasonography. Horses were then anesthetized for elective MRI, and thoracic ultrasonography was repeated within 3 hours after recovery. Thoracic ultrasonographic findings were scored utilizing a recently developed scoring system, and scores were compared before and after anesthesia.

RESULTS

There was no significant difference identified in total thoracic ultrasonography score before and after anesthesia, and there was no correlation between thoracic ultrasonography score following anesthesia and the body weight of the horse, the time recumbent, and the dependent side.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

In healthy horses undergoing anesthesia for elective imaging, there was no significant change in thoracic ultrasonographic findings 3 hours after recovery from anesthesia. These data can aid clinicians in determining the clinical significance of ultrasonographic changes in the lung in the immediate postanesthetic period.
Assessment of the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Financial Performance of Companies in the Pharmaceutical Field in Romania
Authors: Bircea Ioan , Teodora Crina
Published: February 2023

The financial performance of a commercial company is dependent on a multitude of factors, which can be grouped into external factors and internal factors. Through the conducted study, we tried to analyze the influence of external factors specific to the period of the COVID-19 pandemic, on the financial performance of some commercial companies in the field of manufacturing pharmaceutical products in Romania (Antibiotice) pharmaceutical preparations (Biofarm, Zentiva) ambulatory healthcare activity (Med Life). These commercial companies faced the conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic period, the measures taken in this regard, as well as the fierce competition from some international manufacturers (Sanofi, Sandoz Romania, Hoffmann la Roche, Pfizer, etc.). Thus, some commercial companies in the field of manufacturing pharmaceutical products have reduced their volume of activity and others have performed much higher than the pre-pandemic period.
Research Regarding Sound Corporate Goverance Practices in Investors Relation – Case of SMT Aero Issuers Listed on Bucharest Stock Exchange
Authors: Spătăcean Ioan Ovidiu , Pungea Crina Mihaela
Published: February 2023

The case study highlights the importance of post-listing conduct in line with investor expectations through statistical research on the market impact of high compliance. In this way, it explores whether a proactive approach and the quality of organisational culture can be strategic pillars for companies listed on AeRO market administered by Bucharest Stock Exchange in relation to the capital market. The main finding based on the regression methodology shows that there is a positive and statistically significant relationship between the corporate governance quality score and investor relations, i.e. the liquidity score. The regression coefficient obtained supports the hypothesis that 46% of the investment behaviour manifested in the market, expressed by the value traded, can be explained by the quality of corporate governance and investor interaction supported by issuers.
Business Model Oriented Towards Solutions to Improve the Communication Efficiency of Deaf-Mute People
Authors: Enache Eduard-Cristian , Timuş Mihai
Published: February 2023

A series of supplementary services to solve communication problems between deaf-mute people and society could decrease the additional risk caused by communication impairments and break the boundaries between deaf-mute people and doctors/society. This scientific article will serve as the basis of a future application to ease the social and medical burden of hearing-impaired patients. The economic effect that the integration of deaf-mute people can have involves both decreasing the costs allocated to social and health services for this category of people, and increasing the contribution of each deaf-mute person by increasing his productivity as an employee at a company/institution.
Dietary powder and molecular imprinted polymer nanoencapsulated sodium propionate to enhance growth performance, digestive enzymes activity, antioxidant defense, and mucosal immune response in African cichlid (Labidochromis lividus) fingerlings
Authors: Sarkheil Mehrdad , Safari Omid , Kordestani Davood
Published: February 2023

This study was conducted to examine the effects of powder sodium propionate (P-SP) and SP- loaded molecular imprinted polymer (MIP) nanoparticles (MIP-SP NPs) on the growth, skin mucosal immune parameters, and digestive and liver enzymes activities of African cichlid (Labidochromis lividus) fingerlings. Fish with an average weight of 500±2 mg were stocked into 12 experimental units and fed on experimental diets prepared by supplementing the basal diet (control) with MIP NPs, P-SP (5 g SP kg−1 of dry diet), and MIP-SP NPs for 8 weeks. The findings demonstrated that growth indices improved in the MIP-SP NPs followed by the P-SP dietary group compared to the control groups (P<0.05). The activity of digestive enzymes of lipase, trypsin, protease, and alkaline phosphatase was higher in the fish fed SP-supplemented diets than in the controls (P<0.05). The protease and lipase activities in the MIP-SP NPs dietary group increased by 29.33% and 48.81% compared to the control, respectively (P<0.05). In addition, the alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels of liver tissue decreased in the SP dietary groups, while the catalase (CAT ), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) levels increased compared to the control groups (P<0.05). The highest SOD and ALP levels were observed in the fish fed on the MIP-SP NPs-supplemented diet (P<0.05). Furthermore, the skin mucosal immune indices, including alternative hemolytic complement activity (ACH50), lysozyme, and total immunoglobulin (Ig) levels increased in the MIP-SP NPs and P-SP dietary groups compared to the controls (P<0.05). The findings indicated that sodium propionate encapsulated in molecularly imprinted polymer nanoparticles could enhance the efficiency of dietary SP in African cichlid fish.
Impaired luteal progesterone synthesis observed in gilts with PMSG/hCG-induced estrus affects the expression of steroid, prostaglandin, and cytokine receptors in the endometrium and myometrium during the peri-implantation period
Authors: Szymanska Magdalena , Blitek Agnieszka
Published: February 2023

The present study aimed to examine the effect of impaired progesterone (P4) synthesis, observed in gilts with gonadotropin-induced estrus, on the uterine expression of receptors important for pregnancy establishment. Twenty prepubertal gilts received 750 IU PMSG and 500 IU hCG 72 h later, while 18 prepubertal gilts in the control group were observed daily for estrus behavior. Gilts were inseminated in their first estrus and slaughtered on days 10, 12, and 15 of pregnancy to collect endometrial and myometrial tissues for mRNA analysis using real-time PCR. As we previously described, gilts with PMSG/hCG-induced estrus showed decreased luteal P4 synthesis on days 10 and 12 of pregnancy. PMSG/hCG treatment did not affect P4 receptor mRNA expression in either uterine tissue. In the endometrium, a greater mRNA transcript abundance of estrogen receptors (ESR1 and ESR2), androgen receptor (AR), prostaglandin (PG) E2 receptors (PTGER2 and PTGER4), PGF2α receptor (PTGFR), interleukin 6 receptor (IL6R), and tumor necrosis factor α receptors (TNFRSF1A and TNFRSF1B) was detected in gilts with natural than with PMSG/hCG-induced estrus (P<0.05). In the myometrium, the mRNA expression of AR, PTGER2, and PTGFR was lower, while PGI2 receptor (PTGIR) transcript abundance was elevated in the gilts treated with PMSG/hCG as compared with the control animals (P<0.05). In summary, a decreased luteal P4 level during the peri-implantation period in gonadotropin-stimulated pigs affects endometrial and myometrial receptor expression, with the endometrium being more sensitive to impaired P4 synthesis. Whether the observed changes alter uterine receptivity to local and systemic factors remains to be elucidated.
Canine mammary carcinoma: current therapeutic targets and future perspectives – a review
Authors: Nordin Muhammad Luqman , Azemi Ahmad Khusairi , Ismail Noraznawati , Nordin Abu Hassan , Nabgan Walid , Noralidin Nur Amalina , Shaari Rumaizi , Rajdi Nur Zul Izzati Mohd , Reduan Mohd Farhan Hanif , Siti Hawa Nordin , Rasool Aida Hanum Ghulam , Ibrahim Nik Nor Izah Nik
Published: February 2023

Canine mammary carcinoma (CMC) is the most common neoplasm in bitches, and it shares many biological similarities with breast cancer in humans. Drug resistance, high epigenetic mutations, and relapse rates are among the challenges which eventually urge the need for a veterinary oncologist to discover new therapeutic approaches that are more effective and safer. Therefore, in this review, we also cover the current therapeutic strategies from human medicine for the future perspectives of tumor immunotherapy in veterinary medicine. These strategies have great potential to be employed as therapeutic or prophylactic options due to their ability to modulate a specific and potent immune response against CMC. As we acquire a better understanding of canine tumor immunology, we can move towards a brighter prognosis. Additionally, we report on the recent successful studies in breast cancer that may benefit canines as well.
The association of gene polymorphisms with milk production and mastitis resistance phenotypic traits in dairy cattle
Authors: Bagnicka Emilia , Brzozowska Paulina , Żukowski Kacper , Grochowska Renata
Published: February 2023

The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between gene polymorphisms (SNPs) and mastitis indicators and their relationship with milk production profitability in dairy herd. A functional analysis was also performed of five genes containing the studied SNPs and those located close by. DNA was isolated from the hair bulb of 320 dairy cows kept in three herds and SNP-microarray analysis was performed. The data on 299 cows was subjected to final statistical analysis using AI-REML method with one-trait repeatability test-day animal model and pedigree information using the DMU4 package. Five from 35 SNPs significantly associated with mastitis indicators or production traits and located within a gene or no more than 500,000 nucleotides from the gene were selected for the functional and economic analysis. A questionnaire was also developed to collect associated economic data of 219 cows from three herds, such as the value of milk production and direct costs incurred over three years; this allowed the gross margin, direct profitability index and direct costs incurred to produce one liter of milk to be determined, among others. None of the five studied SNPs were related to protein content. The rs110785912(T/A), found near CXCR4, and rs136813430(T/C), located in the TLR4 gene exon, were associated with lnSCC, while rs110455063(C/G), located near IGF-I, was associated with milk yield, fat and total solid contents. rs109421300(T/C), associated with fat/protein content ratio, as well as fat and total solid content, is located in the DGAT1 gene intron. rs41587003(A/C), located in the DLG2 gene intron, was associated with lactose content. The economic analysis revealed differences between the variants of the three tested SNPs. The T/C variant of the rs136813430(T/C) SNP was characterized by the highest gross margin, the highest direct profitability index and the lowest costs incurred to produce 1 liter of milk. The T/A variant of rs110785912(T/A) was related to low lnSC and was characterized by the highest direct profitability index. In turn, the C/C variant of the rs41587003(A/C) was related to the lowest level of lactose and the highest costs of milk production. It appears that rs136813430(T/C) may be the most promising of the tested SNPs for increasing the profitability of milk production. To our knowledge, it is the first effort to assess directly a correlation between the DNA polymorphism and economic output of a dairy enterprise.
Potential Role of Plant Polysaccharides as Immunostimulants in Aquaculture – A Review
Authors: Rajan Durairaj Karthick , Divya Dharmaraj , Mohan Kannan
Published: February 2023

Aquaculture is one of the primary food-producing sectors in the world that ensures human nourishment. However, aqua farmers are facing serious problems due to disease outbreaks and development of antimicrobial resistance. Until now, chemical or antibiotic based strategies have been applied to control disease related concern in aquaculture. Frequent usage of antibiotics in feed or usage of disinfectant to overcome the disease may end up with negative impacts to the environment and human. Utilization of plant derived polysaccharides has been drastically increased due to their effective roles and could serve as a best replacement for chemical agents and antibiotics. In addition, plant derived compounds and plant extracts were utilized to improve the immunity, intestinal health and growth performance of aquaculturable organisms. In addition, large number of plant-based polysaccharides was utilized as immunostimulants in aquaculture. Hence, this review aims to highlight the multifunctional properties of plant-based polysaccharides in aquaculture. Moreover, advantages and different concentration of plant polysaccharides as a feed additive in aquaculture sector have been discussed herein.
Lightning Protection of Buildings: Its Types, Solutions and Choice Options
Authors: Bullis Lauris , Pundure Jeļena , Jemeļjanovs Vladimirs
Published: February 2023

Lightning safety in private and public buildings is a seriously evaluated issue that requires an appropriate and safe long-term solution to protect property from destruction during or due to the consequences of a lightning strike. Relatively easy-to-replace home appliances such as a TV-set or a vacuum cleaner, larger and more expensive appliances such as a heat pump, alarm system or antennas can be damaged from a lightning strike. The aim of the study is to explore the ways of lightning protection in buildings and to develop recommendations for its effective use. Lightning protection is part of a set of electrical assembly and fire protection measures of property, which are performed during construction or renovation of property and the installation thereof is determined by the regulatory framework of the Republic of Latvia. Over time, two types of lightning protection systems have been developed: the classic or passive lightning protection system, which, if hit by lightning, captures and drains the electrical charge generated by lightning to the ground, and the active lightning protection system, which attracts the electricity generated by lightning with energy generated by itself and then drains the charge to the ground. Consequently, both lightning protection systems can be considered to have their advantages and disadvantages, so it is necessary to assess the choice of the most appropriate protection system on a case-by-case basis, also taking into account the criteria such as the complexity of the building project, the size and accessibility of the protected area and the cost of each individual site.
Post-harvesting late summer-autumn weed vegetation in small size arable fields in Veneto: new insights into root crop communities in North East Italy
Authors: Tasinazzo Stefano
Published: February 2023

A research was conducted in the Veneto region (NE-Italy) inside kitchen gardens and potato fields of outer pre-Alps, and in asparagus fields on the low Po plain near the Adriatic coast, in late summer-autumn after harvesting. Original vegetation-plot records were compared with historic and recent materials from Italy, especially N-Italy, and with comparable associations from Central and South-Eastern Europe, to ensure a consistent syntaxonomical frame of this highly dynamic vegetation.

At the same time it was possible to shed light on the actual occurrence of past coenoses, cited by Italian authors for the Po plain. The analysis not only confirmed the occurrence of Echinochloo-Setarietum pumilae in north-eastern Italian territories, but also showed that it was more extensive than previously thought.

It also confirmed the persistence of Panico-Polygonetum persicariae. The historical presence of Veronico-Lamietum hybridi occurring in pre-Alps and Dolomites needs confirmation. Further regional-scale investigations of summer crop weed vegetation appear necessary.
Diversity Management in Management Studies – Theoretical Discussion
Authors: Gross-Gołacka Elwira , Plotnikova Mariia , Žukovskis Jan
Published: February 2023

Objective: The aim of this article is to attempt to present theoretical considerations towards the concept of diversity management from the perspective of its location in the discipline of management and quality sciences. As the concept of diversity management lacks a strict demarcation between related disciplines, such as economics, psychology, sociology or even biology and cultural anthropology, it should be noted that the specification of paradigms is not closed, and further paradigms, micro-paradigms or mega-paradigms may emerge over time.

Methodology: the research method adopted in the article is literature analysis and inference.

Findings: The approach presented, which points to the permanent development of alternative paradigms and cognitive perspectives in the discipline of management and quality sciences, is a confirmation that these ‘sciences’ are not ‘impregnated’ against change and are de facto changing.

Value Added: Consideration of the issue of human capital diversity in organisations and its management has been carried out for many years in the literature, which is characterised by a diversity of definitions and perceptions. It is therefore worth presenting, a cross-cutting historical perspective on the phenomenon of human resource diversity in organisations in the discipline of management and quality sciences.

Recommendations: Diversity management should be defined in the broadest possible way, understanding it as the systematic efforts of an organisation to involve the diversity of its human resources in its activities and to treat it as a strategic advantage. Such a conclusion prejudges the need for further research in relation to the concept of diversity management.
Social media for research discourse, dissemination, and collaboration in rheumatology
Authors: Coler-Reilly Ariella , Graef Elizabeth R. , Kim Alfred H.J. , Liew Jean W. , Putman Michael S. , Sattui Sebastian E. , Young Kristen J. , Sparks Jeffrey A.
Published: February 2023

Social media has become an important venue for rheumatologists, patients, organizations, and other stakeholders to discuss recent research advances in diagnosis and management of rheumatic disorders. In this article, we describe the current state of how social media may enhance dissemination, discourse, and collaboration in rheumatology research. Social media may refer to social platforms like Twitter and Instagram or digital media like podcasts and other websites that are operated for providing as free, open-access medical education (FOAM). Twitter has been one of the most active social media venues and continues to host a vibrant rheumatology community. Examples of research discussions on Twitter include organic user tweets, educational threads (“tweetorials”), live-tweeting academic conferences, and journals posting recently-accepted articles. Some research collaborations have been initiated through social media interactions. Social media may also directly contribute to research by facilitating the recruitment of study participants and the collection of survey-based data. Thus, social media is an evolving and important tool to enhance research discourse, dissemination, and collaboration in rheumatology.
The therapeutic effect of tacrolimus in a mouse psoriatic model is associated with the induction of myeloid-derived suppressor cells
Authors: Chen Shaokui , Liao Ping , Xi Long , Yang Yang , Wu Wenzhong , Islam Md Sahidul , Lin Zibei , Zheng Ying , Chen Xin
Published: February 2023

Objectives

Topical administration of Tacrolimus (TAC) is efective in the treatment of psoriasis in human patients and in mouse models. Previously, we showed that, though promoting the proliferative expansion of CD4+Foxp3+ regulatory T cells (Tregs), TNFR2 was protective in mouse psoriasis model. We thus examined the role of TNFR2 signal in the efect of TAC in the treatment of mouse psoriasis.

Methods

To this end, psoriasis was induced in WT, or TNFR1 KO, or TNFR2 KO mice, and the psoriatic mice were treated with or without IMQ.

Results

The results showed that TAC treatment potently inhibited the development of psoriasis in WT and TNFR1 KO mice, but not in TNFR2 KO mice. However, the treatment of TAC failed to induce the expansion of Tregs in psoriatic mice. In addition to playing a decisive role in the activation of Tregs, TNFR2 stimulates the generation and activation of myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs). This led us to found that the topical treatment with TAC markedly increased the number of MDSCs in the spleen of WT and TNFR1 KO mice, but not in TNFR2 KO mice. Consequently, TAC potently decreased serum levels of IL-17A, INF-γ, and TNF and their mRNA levels in the inflamed skin lesion.

Conclusion

Therefore, our study for the first time found that the therapeutic efect of TAC in psoriasis is associated with the expansion of MDSCs in a TNFR2-dependent manner.
Olfactory ecto-mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes ameliorate murine Sjögren’s syndrome via suppressing Tfh cell response
Authors: Rui Ke , Shen Ziwei , Peng Na , Zhao Futao , Tang Yuan , Liu Shiyi , Xu Xinyi , Liu Chang , Wu Ling , Tian Jie , Lu Liwei
Published: February 2023

Objectives

To investigate the effect of olfactory ecto-mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes (OE-MSC-Exos) on T follicular helper (Tfh) cell response and their implication in treating experimental Sjögrens syndrome (ESS).

Methods

C57BL/6 mice were immunized with salivary glands (SG) proteins to induce ESS mouse model. OE-MSC-Exos were added to the Tfh cell polarization condition, and the proportion of Tfh cells was detected by FCM. The PD-L1 of OE-MSCs was silenced with small interfering RNA to extract siPD-L1-OE-MSC-Exos.

Results

We found that transfer of OE-MSC-Exos markedly attenuated disease progression and reduced Tfh cell response in mice with ESS. In culture, OE-MSC-Exos potently inhibited the differentiation of Tfh cells from naïve T cells. Moreover, OE-MSC-Exos expressed high level of the ligand for the programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-L1), knocking down PD-L1 expression in OE-MSC-Exos significantly decreased their capacity to suppress Tfh cell differentiation in vitro. Consistently, transfer of OE-MSC-Exos with PD-L1 knockdown exhibited profoundly diminished therapeutic effect in ESS mice, accompanied with sustained Tfh cell response and high levels of autoantibody production.

Conclusion

Our results suggest that OE-MSC-Exos may exert their therapeutic effect in ameliorating ESS progression via suppressing Tfh cell response in a PD-L1-dependent manner.
Converbs and Adverbial Clauses: A Case Study in Cantonese
Authors: Yip Ka-Fai
Published: February 2023

This paper investigates an understudied topic in adverbial clauses, converbs, which are verb forms that mark adverbial subordination. Focusing on converbal clauses in Cantonese, I show that they do not share a uniform syntax and should be divided into two classes, formed by central converbs (such as conditional clauses formed by V-can1) and peripheral converbs (such as inferential clauses formed by V-dak1) respectively. The central class adjoins low to the event/proposition level projections of the main clauses and has an impoverished internal structure, whereas the peripheral class attaches high to the discourse level projections of the main clauses and has an articulated internal structure. The distinction displays remarkable parallelism with the central-peripheral dichotomy of adverbial clauses proposed by Haegeman (2003a, 2003b, 2010), calling for a unified syntax of adverbial clauses formed by converbs and by subordinators, which is achievable under an agreement analysis of converbs.
E-money Analysis Of Debt Receivables Based on Sharia Perspective
Authors: Siregar Tapi Rumondang Sari , Anggraini Tuti , Asmuni Asmuni
Published: February 2023

The development of receivable transactions is currently increasingly complex. E-money is a transaction related to receivables or deposits. Every transaction that gives rise to receivables should be recorded (mahkum fiih) by the transacting party (mahkum alaih). This command is contained in the letter Al-Baqarah verse 282, this verse is the legal basis for recording. Transactions in e-money are always recorded by the issuer. The lawful use of electronic money creates differences of opinion. The Indonesian Ulema Council issued a fatwa allowing the use of Islamic electronic money as long as it did not violate the stipulated provisions. Some scholars believe that giving discounts (discounts) in e-money is haram because it provides benefits or advantages, and any credit that provides benefits or advantages for creditors is usury. This type of research is a literature study by collecting documentation from articles, journals, books, or other sources. The data processing and analysis technique in this research is descriptive analysis.
Fintech Opportunities And Challenges In The Sharia Banking Industry In Pandemic Times
Authors: Aini Ihdi , Nasution Adanan Murroh , Kurniawan Ferdy , Lubis Rahmat Husein
Published: February 2023

Abstrak Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peluang dan tantangan fintech dalam industri Perbankan Syari'ah di tengah Pandemi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriftif kualitatif yaitu menelaah sumber-sumber tertulis seperti jurnal, buku, literature, ensiklopedia, karya ilmuan serta berbagai sumber lain baik dalam bentuk tulisan maupun dalam format digital yang relevan. Adapun objek kajian dalam penelitian ini adalah berupa teks-teks atau tulisan-tulisan yang menggambarkan dan memaparkan tentang peluang dan tantangan fintech pada industri perbankan syariah di tengah pandemi Covid-19. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pandemi covid-19 telah memberikan peluang yang lebih besar bagi fintech perbankan syariah disebabkan pandemi telah mendorong masyarakat melakukan transaksi e-comerce. Dimana volume transaksi digital banking meningkat selama pandemi hingga 20,8% yaitu mencapai 1.493 juta kali transaksi dan secara nominal meningkat 23% yaitu mencapai Rp.8.223 triliun. Adapun  tantangannya adalah keamanan data dan transaksi pengguna layanan fintech, mudahnya nasabah berpindah kepada bank lain, serta kurangnya pengetahuan masayarakat pedesaan untuk mengoperasikan Fintech.  Abstract  The purpose of this research is to find out the opportunities and challenges of fintech in the Islamic banking industry in the midst of a pandemic. This study uses a qualitative descriptive. The object of study in this research is in the form of texts that describe the opportunities and challenges of fintech in the Islamic banking industry. The results of the study show that the Covid-19 pandemic has provided greater opportunities for Islamic banking fintech because the pandemic has encouraged people to carry out e-commerce transactions. The volume of digital banking transactions increased during the pandemic by up to 20.8%, namely reaching 1,493 million transactions and nominally increasing by 23%, reaching IDR 8,223 trillion. The challenges are the security of data and transactions for users of fintech services, the ease with which customers can switch to other banks, and the lack of knowledge of rural communities to operate Fintech.
Determinants Of Interest In Young Muslim Investors Buying Retail Sukuk
Authors: Harahap Muhammad Ikhsan , Izzah Nurul , Bahagia Rahmad
Published: February 2023

Abstrak Perkembangan sukuk di Indonesia telah berkembang sangat pesat. Sukuk diharapkan menjadi alternatif pendanaan negara. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis determinan minat investor muda muslim dalam membeli sukuk ritel. Penelitian ini menggunakan data primer, sampel yang digunakan adalah 245 orang, dianalisis dengan Partial Least Squares (PLS). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengetahuan, return dan promosi berpengaruh minat investor muda muslim untuk membeli sukuk ritel. Untuk meningkatkan minat investor muda muslim untuk membeli sukuk ritel, otoritas sektor keuangan perlu memperkuat sistem keuangan dan pembangunan ekonomi di tanah air. Sementara itu, religiositas, harga, risiko investasi, atribut syariah, literasi keuangan, dan media sosial tidak mempengaruhi investor muda muslim dalam membeli sukuk ritel. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi terhadap keterbatasan pengetahuan mengenai determinan minat investor muda muslim dalam membeli sukuk ritel dengan menggali sembilan faktor yang meliputi faktor ekonomi dan non ekonomi. Abstract  The development of sukuk in Indonesia has developed very rapidly. Sukuk are expected to be an alternative to state funding. This study aims to analyze the determinants of young Muslim investors' interest in buying retail sukuk.This study uses primary data, the sample used is 245 people, analyzed by Partial Least Squares (PLS).Research findings reveal that knowledge, returns and promotions influence the interest of young Muslim investors to buy retail sukuk.To increase the interest of young Muslim investors to buy retail sukuk, the financial sector authorities need to strengthen the financial system and economic development in the country. Meanwhile, religiosity, price, investment risk, Islamic attributes, financial literacy, and social media do not affect young Muslim investors in buying retail sukuk. This study contributes to the limited knowledge regarding the determinants of young Muslim investors' interest in buying retail sukuk by exploring nine factors including economic and non-economic factors.
Unilateral Parotitis in Neonatal and Young Children
Authors:   Pediatrics Department, Hospital De Braga, Braga, Portugal, Miranda Sofia Brandão
Published: February 2023

Bacterial parotitis is a rare condition in newborns, typically occurring between the 7th and 14th days of life
A Solitary Infantile Myofibroma – Case Report
Authors:   Pediatric Department, Hospital De Braga, Braga, Portugal, Miranda Sofia Brandão
Published: February 2023

Infantile Myofibroma (IM) is a rare, benign tumor that affects infants and young children, presenting as a solitary or multicentric nodular mass involving the skin, muscles, bones, and/or visceral organs
Aktivitas pegagan (Centella asiatica) pada dermatologi
Authors: Fernenda Larysa , Ramadhani Arba Pramundita , Syukri Yandi
Published: February 2023

Pegagan (Centella asiatica L.) is a herbal plant used in dermatology that has activity in treating skin diseases and skin lesions such as excoriations, burns, hypertrophic scars, antioxidants, anti-aging, skin whitening, and as a cosmetic ingredient. This review aims to collect data regarding the activity of Centella asiatica herb extracts in dermatology in both preclinical and clinical trial identification is done by searching literature through media Science Direct and Google Scholar using the keywords ''Centella asiatica'', ''Gotu kola'', ''dermatology'', ''cosmetics'', and ''whitening''. The search was based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria that had been set. The literature results show that the chemical constituents of Centella asiatica, such as asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid, are phytochemicals that play an essential role in the pharmacological activity of Centella asiatica in dermatology as a treatment and skin care. In both preclinical and clinical tests, it was shown that administration of Centella asiatica was capable of proliferating fibroblasts, activating the Smads pathway, increasing collagen synthesis, reducing metalloproteinase activity by increasing collagen deposition, and reducing melanin content in melanocytes so that it can modulate melanogenesis by inhibiting the expression of tyrosinase mRNA.
Comparison of Characteristics of Female Images in Russian and Chinese Rural Prose
Authors: Wang Fan , Galay Karina  Nazirovna
Published: February 2023

The article compares systematically the works of Russian rural prose school and Chinese Beijing school from the point of view of reflection of female image in the works, analyzes the similarities and differences between them, as well as the reasons for their emergence from the position of comparative literary typology, taking into account the ontology of creativity. The village is the land where Russian and Chinese cultures grew and flourished, and rural literature written in the village gained a high reputation in both Russia and China during the period of great social transformations. The subject of the study is the characteristics of women's images in Russian and Chinese literature. The aim of the work is to analyze and compare female images in authors from Russia and China. Research methods – analysis of literary sources on the topic of research. Results of the research: the study of literary works from Russia and China on the theme of rural life was carried out, the portrayal of the female image by the authors of the two countries was compared. Conclusion. The works show an attempt to transform society through the pursuit of traditional culture and morality, in order to achieve an ideal state of society, full of love and freedom. The similarity of national-cultural narratives, themes and artistic styles makes the works of the Russian rural prose school comparable to the works of the Chinese Beijing school of simple fiction, but the differences between the historical and cultural background, religious beliefs and poetic soil of Russia and China make the works of these two schools of writing somewhat different.
“Only What’s Right”: Normalising Children’s Gender Discourses in Kindergarten (The Case of Montenegro)
Authors: Todorović Katarina , Marojević Jovana , Krtolica Milena , Jaramaz Milica
Published: February 2023

This article presents results from qualitative research on children’s dominant gender discourses in kindergarten and the influence of the socio-pedagogical aspects of kindergarten culture, transmitted via teachers’ gender discourses and personal epistemologies, on the construction of children’s gender discourses and identities. The main questions guiding our research were: What gender stories are narrated in a group, and under which influences do these stories become established as norms? Our understanding of gender is based on the feminist poststructuralist perspective. Our research in two Montenegrin kindergartens with 54 children and four teachers during a two-week period showed a dominance of the binary opposition discourse of “hegemonic masculinity” and “emphasised femininity”, with an emphasis on gender-stereotyped toys, games, role-play, and professions. Additionally, it has been found that the kindergarten culture strongly shapes and “normalises” children’s perception of “right” gender practices, by reflecting and mirroring teachers’ gender-typed expectations and a value system based on an objectivist personal epistemology that implicitly promotes “feminine” values of subordination, peace, silence and obedience. The findings suggest the need for research focusing particularly on the relationship between teachers’ epistemological theories and the dominant gender discourses in kindergarten. It is also recommended that Montenegro’s early childhood education policy and strategy documents consider and elaborate more thoroughly the concept of gender identity and gender-flexible pedagogies.