bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pemberdayaan BUMDES Dalam Pengembangan Motivasi Para Anggota UMKM
Authors: Wahyuningtyas Widayani , Sofianita Nurintania , Suprima Suprima , Aisyah Yonita Laty , Firliani Ruri
Published: November 2023

Motivasi dan kreatifitas merupakan hal penting dalam melakukan pergembangan usaha . Khususnya di Desa Desa Curug , Gunung Sindur , Kabupaten Bogor yang telah dinyatakan desa mandiri memiliki hasil bumi melimpah berupa tanaman palawija yaitu singkong. Berdasarkan hal tersebut, peneliti melihat bahwa hasil bumi di Desa Desa Curug , Gunung Sindur , Kabupaten Bogor dapat menjadi peluang dan dikembangkan melalui usaha-usaha yang dilakukan oleh penduduk setempat melalui UMKM. Sehingga munculah gagasan untuk melakukan pengabdian masyarakat yang dilakukan di Desa Curug , Gunung Sindur , Kabupaten Bogor. Tujuan dari pengandian masyarakat ini adalah untuk mengetahui motivasi dan kreatifitas dalam peningkatan usaha UMKM di Desa Curug , Gunung Sindur , Kabupaten Bogor. Metode pelaksanaan yang digunakan adalah FGD ( Focus Group Discution) , Wawancara, Pelatihan Hasil dari wawancara yang dilakukan pengabdian masyarakat , responden diantaranya merupakan ibu rumah tangga, ibu rumah tangga yang menjadi buruh pabrik, ibu rumah tangga yang berwirausaha dan pelaku usaha. Responden yang melakukan usaha seperti Gabi, lele kuning, ayam ungkep, kerajinan bunga dari stoking, keripik, makanan camilan, minuman jus dan puding buah segar . Hasil dati pengabdian masyarakat ini yang telah dilakukan menunjukkan bahwa masyarakat Desa Curug, Gunung Sindur , Kabupaten Bogor yang telah melakukan pelatihan memiliki motivasi dan kreatifitas yang meningkat dan dapat mengembangkan UMKM
Pemberdayaan Ibu-Ibu PKK Melalui Pengolahan Ikan Barakuda Menjadi Camilan Kerupuk Pada Desa Pulo Ampel Kabupaten Serang
Authors: Ginting Sargi , Marasabessy Amir , Sulasminingsih Sri
Published: November 2023

Indonesia sebagai negara maritim menjadikan salah satu negara dengan penghasil jenis ikan terbanyak di dunia. Salah satu ikan yang sangat mudah didapatkan di laut Indonesia adalah ikan barakuda. Ikan barakuda adalah ikan predator yang dapat ditemukan di samudra tropis dan subtropis di seluruh dunia. Ikan ini berada di seluruh perairan Indonesia yang kondisi terumbu karangnya masih baik. Panjangnya dapat mencapai 160 cm, namun ikan yang tertangkap umumnya berukuran 40 cm. Ikan ini biasa dijual dalam bentuk segar, beku atau kering asin. hal ini membuat ikan barakuda menjadi salah satu ikan yang banyak dikonsumsi oleh orang Indonesia. Salah satu pelabuhan yang sering mendapatkan ikan barakuda berada di pelabuhan Pulo Ampel, Kota Serang, Provinsi Banten. Pelabuhan ini merupakan salah satu pelabuhan yang dimana mayoritas masyarakat disekitarnya memanfaatkan sumber daya laut sebagai mata pencaharian utama. Ikan yang telah ditangkap oleh nelayan biasanya akan ditampung dan dijual ke tengkulak, tetapi sering kali bayaran yang diberikan tidak segera dibayarkan atau juga tidak sesuai dengan hasil tangkap yang dikumpulkan. Hal ini membuat sulit untuk memenuhi ekonomi keluarga, terlebih banyak dari istri dari nelayan yang tidak bekerja melainkan hanya mengharapkan penghasilan dari suami menangkap ikan. Oleh karena itu untuk meningkatkan penghasilan rumah tangga, dilaksanakan kegiatan pemberdayaan kepada ibu-ibu istri nelayan yang bergabung dalam kelompok ibu-ibu PKK dengan cara mengolah ikan barakuda menjadi camilan kerupuk. Camilan ini merupakan makanan ringan yang terbuat dari ikan dengan rasa yang enak, gurih dan bergizi. Camilan kerupuk dinilai mudah untuh dibuat dan jika dikemas sedemikan rupa hingga menarik dapat dipasarkan ke masyarakat banyak. Tujuan dari program pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah sebagai upaya pemanfaatan hasil perikanan untuk diolah ke produk baru, sebagai upaya peningkatan ekonomi masyarakat. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini antara lain sosialisasi, pelatihan dalam pengolahan ikan, penerapan teknologi produksi rumahan dan praktek pembuatan camilan kerupuk ikan barakuda. Target luaran kegiatan ini berupa publikasi pada Jurnal Nasional Terakreditasi dan publikasi media massa. Diharapkan kegiatan ini dapat membantu mitra ibu-ibu PKK pelabuhan desa Pulo Ampel dalam meningkatan perekonomian rumah tangga.
Perkembangan Artificial Intelligence dan Tantangan Generasi Muda di Era Super Digitalized
Authors: Malau Melinda , Sihite Irene Felicia , Sumanti Isti Hana , Desrianty Rut Monica , Hutahaean Yosya Sri Rotua
Published: November 2023

Pengabdian Pada Masyarakat ini memiliki tujuan untuk memberikan penjelasan, bahan referensi, membuka pemikiran, dan pemahaman mengenai perkembangan kecerdasan buatan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah kecerdasan buatan sangat bermanfaat bagi kehidupan manusia untuk efisiensi aktivitas, pengambilan keputusan yang lebih akurat, analisis data, personalisasi pengalaman, peningkatan keamanan data sampai dengan peningkatan efisiensi proses inovasi. Perkembangan kecerdasan buatan telah mengalami pertumbuhan yang pesat dalam beberapa dekade terakhir dan ini memiliki dampak besar pada generasi muda di era super digitalisasi. Perkembangan kecerdasan buatan telah mengalami pertumbuhan yang pesat dalam beberapa dekade terakhir dan ini memiliki dampak besar pada generasi muda di era super digitalisasi. Adanya trend yang mempelajari dan memimikkan cara kerja otak manusia merupakan pusat pengembangan teknologi kecerdasan buatan yang dilakukan oleh berbagai lembaga riset dan korporasi dunia dan peranan kecerdasan buatan yang mampu melakukan tugas-tugas yang biasanya memerlukan kecerdasan manusia.

This Community Service aims to provide explanations, reference materials, open thinking and understanding regarding the development of artificial intelligence to increase knowledge. The method used is descriptive method. The results of this research are that artificial intelligence is very beneficial for human life for the efficiency of activities, more accurate decision making, data analysis, personalization of experiences, increasing data security and increasing the efficiency of innovation processes. The development of artificial intelligence has experienced rapid growth in the last few decades and this has had a major impact on the younger generation in the era of super digitalization. The development of artificial intelligence has experienced rapid growth in the last few decades and this has had a major impact on the younger generation in the era of super digitalization. The trend of studying and thinking about how the human brain works is at the center of the development of artificial intelligence technology carried out by various research institutions and world corporations and the role of artificial intelligence which is able to carry out tasks that usually require human intelligence
Pemanfaatan Lokapasar Sebagai Sarana Promosi dan Pemasaran Digital Bagi Potensi Ekonomi Desa Baros, Kabupaten Serang
Authors: Samodro Dewanto , Ummah Aniqotul , TS Wahidin Danis
Published: November 2023

Penggunaan marketplace atau lokapasar merupakan hal yang jamak dilakukan untuk mempromosikan dan memasarkan berbagai barang dan jasa. Di era digital, banyak pihak yang memanfaatkan lokapasar untuk menjangkau konsumen yang lebih banyak dengan jangkauan wilayah yang lebih luas. Selain untuk berjualan, lokapasar juga dimanfaatkan sebagai etalase produk dan jasa yang ditawarkan. Desa sebagai entitas pemerintahan yang paling rendah, apalagi didukung dengan bantuan Dana Desa dari pemerintah pusat yang salah satunya untuk mengembangkan badan usaha milik desa, juga dapat memanfaatkan lokapasar untuk mempromosikan dan memasarkan produk-produk potensial yang menjadi andalan. Tulisan ini merupakan artikel pengabdian kepada masyarakat di Desa Baros, Kabupaten Serang yang sebelumnya telah mengembangkan website desa, yang salah satunya digunakan untuk mempromosikan potensi-potensi desa. Tujuan dari pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah mendorong penggunaan lokapasar untuk mempromosikan dan memasarkan produk andalan Desa Baros. Tim pengabdi memberikan pelatihan kepada para pengelola website desa untuk mengembangkan promosi dan pemasaran produk andalan desa melalui lokapasar. Dalam pelatihan tersebut ditemukan sejumlah produk yang bisa dipasarkan melalui lokapasar.

 

 

The use of marketplace is a common thing to promotes and markets various goods and services. In the digital era, many parties utilize marketplaces to reach more consumers with a wider regional reach. In addition to selling, markerplace is also used as a showcase for the products and services offered. Village as the lowest government entity, especially supported by Village Fund assistance from the central government, one of which is to develop village-owned enterprises, can also utilize marketplace to promotes and markets potential products. This paper is a community service article in Baros Village, Serang Regency, which has previously developed a village website, one of which is used to promote the potential of the village. The purpose of this community service is to encourage the uses of marketplace to promotes and markets the mainstay products of Baros Village. The community service team provided training to the village website managers to developed the promotion and marketing of the village's mainstay products through marketplace. During the training, a number of products were found that can be marketed through marketplace.
Pembelajaran Kewirausahaan dan Teknologi Marketing dalam menggairahkan Generasi Muda untuk Menjadi Pengusaha
Authors: Basry Asril , Nurzaman Fahrul , Yuliani Nafisah , Gustina Dian , Marnis  , Agus Suwartane I Gede
Published: November 2023

Perkembangan Teknologi Informasi saat ini tidak hanya membantu dan memudahkan aktifitaspekerjaan manusia, tetapi merubah kebiasaan manusia. Dengan berubah nya kebiasaan manusiamenyebabkan teknologi informasi menjadi tidak lepas dari kehidupan manusia. Begitu pula dengan aktifiitas dan kegiatan berwirausaha. Saat ini kegiatan berwirausaha mulai bergeser dari kegiatan konvensional beralih ke platform digital. Seperti kegiatan pemasaran dan penjualan produk maupun jasa sudah mulai beralih ke platform digital dengan memanfaatkan Media Teknolog Informasi seperti Media Ecommerce, Sosial Media dan platform digital lainnya. Tidak hanya penguasaan teknologi informasi, tetapi hal yang penting adalah bagaimana membentuk jiwa dan semangat untuk menumbuhkan kewirausahaan dari generasi muda Indonesia. Dengan ada nya kegairahan yang tumbuh untuk menjadi seorang pengusaha perlu dilakukan sejak dini agar kemandirian anak-anak muda mulai terwujud. Maka dari itu diadakan kegiatan PKM dengan memberikan pembelajaan kewirausahaan dan teknologi marketing untuk siswa-siswi SMPI Nursyamsi Depok Jawa Barat dengan cara sebagai berikut : a) memberikan penyuluhan mengenaiilmu wirausaha dan technopreunership untuk membentuk kemandirian dan keunggulan dalam membuka peluang usaha, b) memberikan motivasi dan contoh nyata dalam dunia usaha, c) memberikan pengenalan teknologi informasi dan pemanfaat teknologi dalam kegiatan pemasaran dengan menggunakan platform marketplace dan sosial media.

 

The current development of Information Technology not only helps and facilitates human workactivities, but also changes human habits. With changes in human habits, information technology has become inseparable from human life. Likewise with entrepreneurial activities and activities. Currently, entrepreneurial activities are starting to shift from conventional activities to digital platforms. For example, marketing and sales activities for products and services have begun to shift to digital platforms by utilizing Information Technology Media such as E-commerce Media, Social Media and other digital platforms. Not only mastery of information technology, but the important thing is how to shape the soul and enthusiasm to foster entrepreneurship in Indonesia's young generation. With growing enthusiasm to become an entrepreneur, it needs to be done from an early age so that young people's independence can begin to become a reality. Therefore, PKM activities were held by providing entrepreneurship and marketing technology learning for students at SMPI Nursyamsi Depok, West Java in the following way: a) providingcounseling regarding entrepreneurship and technopreneurship to form independence and excellence in opening up business opportunities, b) providing motivation and real examples in the business world, c) provide an introduction to information technology and the use of technology in marketing activities using marketplace and social media platforms.
KAUSHALYA: THE SKILL UNIVERSITY: EXAMINING THE NEED FOR A SHIFT IN THE PARADIGM OF CURRICULUM DESIGN FOR INSTITUTION-INDUSTRY INTEGRATION IN THE CONTEXT OF NEP-2020
Authors: Joshi Prof. Jagdish S. , Hariyani Dr. Neha Arun
Published: November 2023

The paper aims to study Kaushalya: The Skill University using a qualitative case study method to find out alternative model curriculum design making institution-industry integration possible. The quality of education is directly proportional to its curriculum design. Curriculum design is an endeavour to meet the specific objectives of teaching and learning. NEP-2020, with its purpose to restructure the educational ecosystem for skill development and employability, envisions skill-based universities with its multidisciplinary approach to producing skill-smart students who can contribute to Atmanirbhar Bharat. Kaushalya: The Skill University with its vision to promote skill-based education, training, and entrepreneurship development with the institution-industry integration is leapfrogging towards contributing to the Prime Minister of India’s vision of making India the skill capital of the world by skilling, upskilling and reskilling the future generation by improving and increasing the employability for futuristic jobs. The university has made a paradigm shift in its curriculum design to ensure competency-based learning to strengthen the core skills of its students so that they can cope with the demands of industry 4.0. The university facilitates academic learning by designing an industry-based curriculum so that it can bridge the gap between academia and industry by equipping its students with digital competence and industry-based skills. The significance of the paper is its focus on the study of an alternative model of institution-industry integration. Its implication will be on the present and future academic curriculum of higher education.
METAFICTIONAL EXPLORATIONS IN DETECTIVE FICTION: JULIAN BARNES'S ARTHUR & GEORGE AND POSTMODERN INTRICACIES
Authors: Jadeja Poojaba G , Barad Dr. Dilip
Published: November 2023

This research paper delves into the intricate realm of postmodern detective fiction through an in-depth analysis of Julian Barnes's novel, Arthur & George. Detective fictions of Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie were formed following the notions of modernity and enlightenment ideals. However, postmodernism emerged as a counterforce to Enlightenment concepts, and detective fiction is no exception. Postmodern detective fiction subverts traditional detective story conventions through techniques such as metafiction, parody, and intertextuality. The present paper also explores fictions of postmodern authors like John Fowles, Umberto Eco, Paul Auster, and Jorge Luis Borges and their metafictional techniques to challenge the traditional detective's role and disrupt the boundary between fiction and reality with detailed analysis of these metafictional techniques in Julian Barnes’s novel Arthur & George.
Identifikasi Kejadian Banjir Rob Wilayah Surabaya Tahun 2021-2022
Authors: Tritama Ifrad Budi , Widodo S. Pranowo  , Impron
Published: November 2023

Peningkatan bencana alam di Indonesia sangat mempengaruhi aktivitas warga sekitar, sehingga hal ini membuat warga harus mengevakuasi diri mereka masing-masing untuk mencegah dampak yang ditimbulkan oleh bencana tersebut. Salah satu-nya yaitu bencana banjir rob yang melanda wilayah Surabaya tahun 2021-2022. Tujuan penelitian yaitu mengetahui residu dari kejadian banjir rob wilayah dan mengetahui apakah banjir rob tidak hanya disebabkan oleh kenaikan muka air laut. Metode penelitian yaitu data kejadian banjir diambil dari media sosial sejak tahun 2021-2022 dan mengambil data dari website seperti data curah hujan, data kecepatan angin, dan data arah datangnya angin diambil menggunakan website (power.larc.nasa.gov), data observasi pasang surut air laut diambil menggunakan website (ioc-sealevelmonitoring.org), serta data prediksi pasang surut yang diambil melalui aplikasi WXTide32. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan, terdapat 4 kejadian banjir rob yaitu terjadi pada bulan Mei, Juni, dan Juli. Penyebab terjadinya banjir rob yaitu adanya penurunan muka tanah sehingga ketika surut air laut maka terjadi banjir rob di wilayah tersebut. Selama periode banjir rob, kecepatan angin wilayah tersebut hanya memiliki dua kategori yaitu light air dan light breeze.
Subthreshold micropulse laser light in diabetic macular edema (literature review)
Authors: Giyasova A. O. , Yangieva N. R.
Published: November 2023

The authors present a review on analyzing techniques for the treatment of diabetic macular edema. Subthreshold micro-pulse laser light is an effective and safe technique for managing diabetic macular edema which can be prescribed repeatedly. The effectiveness of subthreshold micro-pulse laser light is increased in combination with pharmacological therapy which includes inhibitors of the vascular endothelial growth (VEGF) factor.
A responsabilidade civil no mercado de valores mobiliários e o Projeto de Lei nº 2.925/2023
Authors: Mafra Ricardo
Published: November 2023

O artigo tem como objetivo analisar as alterações no regime de responsabilidade civil no mercado de valores mobiliários propostas no âmbito do Projeto de Lei nº 2.925/2023, com foco específico na redação do artigo 27-G, a ser incluído na Lei nº 6.385/1976. O problema da pesquisa refere-se às possíveis contradições e omissões contidas no artigo 27-G, que ora deixa de abordar determinadas hipóteses de responsabilização civil de agentes do mercado previstas na legislação, ora aborda a responsabilidade civil desses agentes de forma incompatível com as regras atualmente em vigor. A hipótese examinada e confirmada ao longo do trabalho é de que essas omissões e contradições podem prejudicar – e não aprimorar, como se esperaria – a proteção de investidores, fazendo com que seja necessário ajustar a redação do artigo 27-G proposto pelo Projeto de Lei nº 2.925/2023. A última seção do trabalho fornece sugestão de alteração à redação do dispositivo, para sanar suas imprecisões e adequá-la ao regime de responsabilidade civil dos agentes e participantes do mercado de valores mobiliários. O método utilizado no artigo foi o dedutivo, com base documental e bibliográfica, a partir do estudo de normas legais e textos doutrinários acerca da responsabilidade civil no contexto do mercado de valores mobiliários.
A Formation Mechanism for “Wrong Way” Radio Relics
Authors: Böss Ludwig M. , Steinwandel Ulrich P. , Dolag Klaus
Published: November 2023

Radio relics are typically found to be arc-like regions of synchrotron emission in the outskirts of merging galaxy clusters, bowing out from the cluster center. In most cases they show synchrotron spectra that steepen toward the cluster center, indicating that they are caused by relativistic electrons being accelerated at outward traveling merger shocks. A number of radio relics break with this ideal picture and show morphologies that are bent the opposite way and show spectral index distributions that do not follow expectations from the ideal picture. We propose that these “wrong way” relics can form when an outward traveling shock wave is bent inward by an infalling galaxy cluster or group. We test this in an ultra-high-resolution zoom-in simulation of a massive galaxy cluster with an on-the-fly spectral cosmic-ray model. This allows us to study not only the synchrotron emission at colliding shocks, but also their synchrotron spectra to address the open question of relics with strongly varying spectral indices over the relic surface.
The Second International Asteroid Warning Network Timing Campaign: 2005 LW3
Authors: Farnocchia Davide , Reddy Vishnu , Bauer James M. , Warner Elizabeth M. , Micheli Marco , Payne Matthew J. , Farnham Tony , Kelley Michael S. , Alarcon Miguel R. , Bacci Paolo , Bacci Roberto , Bachini Mauro , Baillié Kevin , Baj Giorgio , Bamberger Daniel , Barkov Anatoly P. , Beck Stefan , Betti Guido , Biancalani Enrico , Bolin Bryce T. , Briggs David , Buzzi Luca , Cheng Haowen , Christensen Eric , Coffano Alessandro , Conversi Luca , Demeautis Christophe , Denneau Larry , Desmars Josselin , Djupvik Anlaug A. , Elenin Leonid , Fini Paolo , Felber Tobias , Flynn Randy , Galli Gianni , Granvik Mikael , Gray Bill , Gray Zuri , Grazzini Luca , Hasubick Werner , Hoffmann Tobias , Holmes Robert , Iozzi Marco , Ivanov Alexander L. , Ivanov Viktor A. , Ivanova Natalya V. , Jacques Cristóvão , Jiang Hai , Jinghui Zheng , Kasikov Anni , Kim Myung-Jin , Kumar Balaji , Lee Hee-Jae , Li Bin , Liu Jing , Licandro Javier , Linder Tyler , Lysenkov Vadim E. , Maestripieri Martina , Mantero Andrea , Marinello Vladimiro , McCormick Jennie , Moon Darrel , Nastasi Alessandro , Neill James D. , Neue Guenther , Novichonok Artem O. , Ocaña Francisco , Pizzetti Gianpaolo , Pomazan Anton , Purdum Josiah N. , Ratinaud Christophe , Roh Dong-Goo , Romanov Filipp D. , Ruocco Nello , Santana-Ros Toni , Scarmato Toni , Schmalz Anastasia , Schmalz Sergei , Serra-Ricart Miquel , Sherrod Clay , Sioulas Nick , Soffiantini Andrea , Succi Giacomo , Tholen David J. , Thomsen Jeppe S. , Thuillot William , Wainscoat Richard , Wells Guy , Weryk Robert , Yakovenko Nikolai A. , Yim Hong-Suh , Zhai Chengxing
Published: November 2023

The Earth close approach of near-Earth asteroid 2005 LW3 on 2022 November 23 represented a good opportunity for a second observing campaign to test the timing accuracy of astrometric observation. With 82 participating stations, the International Asteroid Warning Network collected 1046 observations of 2005 LW3 around the time of the close approach. Compared to the previous timing campaign targeting 2019 XS, some individual observers were able to significantly improve the accuracy of their reported observation times. In particular, U.S. surveys achieved good timing performance. However, no broad, systematic improvement was achieved compared to the previous campaign, with an overall negative bias persisting among the different observers. The calibration of observing times and the mitigation of timing errors should be important future considerations for observers and orbit computers, respectively.
Divergent karyotypes in five genera of the African endemic fish family Distichodontidae (Cithariniformes, Osteichthyes)
Authors: Simanovsky Sergey A. , Medvedev Dmitry A. , Tefera Fekadu , Golubtsov Alexander S.
Published: November 2023

The African family Distichodontidae comprises 109 species in 16 genera. Up-to-date cytogenetic information was available for the only distichodontid species Distichodus affinis Günther, 1873. Here we report chromosome number and morphology in: Distichodus engycephalus Günther, 1864 (2n = 52, FN = 104), Ichthyborus besse (Joannis, 1835) (2n = 46, FN = 92), Nannocharax niloticus (Joannis, 1835) (2n = 54, FN = 106) and three taxa, Nannaethiops bleheri Géry et Zarske, 2003, Nannaethiops sp., and Neolebias unifasciatus Steindachner, 1894, that exhibit the same karyotypes (2n = 50, FN = 98). To confirm the Nannaethiops Günther, 1872 and Neolebias Steindachner, 1894 species identification, mt-DNA sequences of the two markers (COI and 16S rRNA) were obtained from karyotyped specimens and compared with the relevant sequences accessible from GenBank. The great prevalence of biarmed chromosomes (the karyotypes of most species contain exclusively biarmed chromosomes) is a distinctive characteristic of Distichodontidae and Cithariniformes as a whole.
Échantillons vivants sur fiches cartonnées. Science coloniale et archives de sang séché des années 1950 à nos jours
Authors: Roque Ricardo
Published: November 2023

Cet article explore l’histoire d’une collection de sang humain séché archivée sur fiches cartonnées, depuis ses origines dans la science sérologique coloniale, jusqu’à ses usages dans la génétique contemporaine. Les anthropobiologistes coloniaux des années 1940-1950 ont collecté des milliers d’échantillons de sang séché sur des fiches cartonnées auprès des populations indigènes des colonies portugaises, dans l’intention d’établir une typologie des groupes sanguins et de la diversité raciale. Après la fin de l’empire colonial portugais en 1974, ces collections, désormais considérées comme des archives scientifiques, ont été conservées à Lisbonne. Par la suite, des généticiens ont tenté d’extraire des cartes un ADN asiatique et africain. Cet article, qui se veut une réflexion sur l’histoire de cette collection, examine quelques-unes des questions épistémologiques, politiques et ontologiques complexes soulevées par les usages anciens et récents de ces archives de sang séché sur support papier.
Feeding children with autism in South Africa: The teachers’ perspectives
Authors: Adams Skye N. , Matsimela Nthabiseng
Published: November 2023

Background: Over 80% of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (autism) exhibit disruptive behaviours during mealtimes, highlighting the need for personalised care. In South Africa, teachers often take on the responsibility of feeding due to resource constraints and the time children spend at school. Moreover, children with autism have unique and individualised feeding requirements, which many teachers may not have the necessary training or skills to address adequately.Objectives: To explore the ways in which teachers of autistic children manage feeding difficulties in the classroom.Method: A qualitative research design was employed using semi-structured interviews. Eight teachers were interviewed on feeding autistic children between the ages of 3 years - 9 years in Johannesburg, South Africa. Data were transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis.Results: The findings revealed that teachers encountered distinct challenges when it came to feeding autistic children in the classroom, particularly concerning the management of associated feeding difficulties. Teachers employed several strategies to encourage eating in the classroom setting including: (1) bolus modification, (2) behaviour modelling, (3) positive reinforcement and (4) offering choices and alternatives.Conclusion: The study concludes the need for specialised support and training for teachers to address the individualised feeding needs of children with autism. Implementing targeted interventions and providing resources for teachers could enhance their abilities to effectively support children with autism during mealtimes and promote a more inclusive classroom environment.Contribution: This study highlighted the importance of including the teacher in the multidisciplinary team when managing the feeding challenges in children with autism.
Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) as an Alternative to Marine Ingredients Elicits Superior Growth Performance and Resistance to Vibrio harveyi Infection for Pacific White Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei)
Authors: Novriadi Romi , Davies Simon , Triatmaja Komang Indra Kurnia , Hermawan Maman , Kontara Endhay Kusnendar Muljana , Tanaka Budi , Rinaldy Ahmad , Nugroho Jovano Erris
Published: November 2023

To assess the feasibility of incorporating insect meal and oil into diets for Pacific white shrimp Litopenaeus Vannamei, a trial was conducted to measure growth and feed performance metrics within balanced iso-nitrogenous and iso-lipid (36% protein and 6% lipid) experimental diets formulated with standard commercially sources ingredients. Incremental levels of BSF larval meal (BSFM, 0.5 to 5%) were used to partially substitute the use of fishmeal (FM) in the diet. In addition, next group of dietS were designed by using incremental levels of BSF larval oil (BSFO (0.5 to 5%) with 0.5% BSFM as a reference to partially and completely replace the use of fish oil (FO) within the diet. Ten dietary treatments were evaluated as four replicates in 40 Hapa ponds assigned randomly. Shrimp of initial mean weight of 0.97 g were fed by hand over 90 days with feed intake based on an FCR of 1.5 and all parameters recorded to determine response. Inclusion of up to 5% of both BSF meal and oil improved performance with respect to growth rate and feed utilization efficiency FCR. Total hemocyte counts and lysozyme activity reflected these trends displaying advantages of BSF diet groups compared to the basal fed group of L. Vannamei. After the growth trial, a disease challenge test was undertaken using an infection model with Vibrio harveyi at a concentration of 105 CFU shrimp-1 under controlled laboratory settings. As such, several indices of health status were recorded that included hemocyte counts, lysozyme activity as well as histopathology of the hepatopancreas that is a prime indicator of the progression of disease and a reflection on health status. Insect meal and oil inclusions increased survival from 40% to 60 - 80% and in accordance, raised the immune response and improved histopathological profiles of hepatopancreas tissues.
Effect of premenstrual syndrome on school absenteeism and academic performance amongst female secondary school students in Sabon Gari Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria
Authors: Suleiman Aisha , Yahya Anisah , Oguntayo Adekunle Olarewaju
Published: November 2023

The commencement of menstruation is the hallmark of female pubertal development and active reproductive life. It may be associated with somatic and psychological symptoms of premenstrual syndrome which may affect school attendance and performance. This study was conducted to determine the effect of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) on school absenteeism and academic performance among female secondary school students in Kaduna State, Nigeria. It was a nested case-controlled study conducted on 300 female students enrolled in secondary schools in Sabon Gari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria in March 2021. Data collected were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 20 with p < 0.05 considered as significant. Results generated indicate that the mean age of participants was 16.2 ± 1.6 years. The prevalence of premenstrual syndrome was 226 (75.3%). One hundred respondents (44.2%) were absent from school at any point of time as a result of the PMS. Generally, there was a significant association between the presence of PMS and school absenteeism (p = 0.001, OR = 3.346). Among the symptoms of PMS, there was a significant relationship between the presence of tension (p = 0.043) and mood swings (p = 0.048) and the occurrence of school absenteeism. Furthermore, PMS was perceived to affect reading, homework and test grades of respondents. The self-reported prevalence rate of PMS among respondents was 76.1%. This disorder was significantly associated with school absenteeism and low performance grades among affected respondents. There is need to make policies that will encourage school girls to attend schools during their menses.
Geochemical distribution and ecological risk level of inorganic pollutant of River Ethiope sediment
Authors: Ugbune Ufuoma , Avwenaghegha Jude Oghenenyore , Edo Great Iruoghene
Published: November 2023

This study assessed heavy metals concentration of River Ethiope, Delta State. The sediments was geochemically partitioned and analyzed using atomic absorption spectrophotometer in order to determined the concentration level and heavy fractions in Ethiope river sediments. Geochemically fraction results proved that 50% of the assessed metals were associated with Fe-Mn oxide fraction.

Environmental risk factor revealed that cu will posed a greater potential threat to aquatic organisms among the investigated metals. It is therefore, recommended that agencies of government such as federal ministry of environment should routinely monitored Ethiope river sediments in order to ensure reduction in the level of contamination by heavy metals.
Computation of vehicle allocation, scheduling and number of commuters in selected Nigerian routes
Authors: Otu G. A. , Okafor A. C. , Iheagwara S.E. , Ugbe R.U. , Oyebanji M.S. , Adedayo A.U. , Usman S.A. , Okonkwo F.I.
Published: November 2023

The research is aimed at developing a transport management algorithm that will be used to determine the number of commuters and vehicular allocation with high numerical accuracy. Many research works have proposed either using machine learning algorithms for clustering, classification, determination of frequent item-set in datasets (databases) or traditional algorithms to effectively design transportation systems. In this research a non-machine learning algorithm that does not require any training time, which will require less computation power and increase process execution time is developed. The scheduling algorithm is designed taking note of two most important variables: the number of commuters is the independent variable and the number of buses assigned or schedule to a designated route is the dependent variable. Some decision assumptions are made which include all vehicle used in the research have same carrying capacity for all the routes. The algorithm numerically computes the number of commuters, the number of assigned vehicles and the number of scheduled vehicles for each route. So, the research will assist in making useful deductions such; number of resources required to effectively service a route without bottle-necks and more accurately the size of input per route and approximate output for the corresponding routes. The results show the total number of vehicles assigned, scheduled and number of commuters on a text file (document).
The dynamical equations of a test particle in the restricted three-body problem with a triaxial primary and variable masses
Authors: Leke Oni , Stephen Shima
Published: November 2023

The restricted three-body problem (R3BP) defines the motion of an infinitesimal mass moving under the gravitational attractions of two main masses, called primaries. In this paper, we examine the dynamical equations of a test body in the frame of the circular R3BP. Both primaries are assumed to vary their masses in accordance with the Unified Mestschersky law (UML) and their motion determined by the Gylden-Mestschersky problem (GMP). Further, the first primary is assumed to be a triaxial variable mass body. The potential between the primaries is deduced and in furtherance, the non-autonomous equations of motion of the model are derived. The derived equations are time varying and are thus transformed to the autonomized forms with constant coefficients using the Mestschersky transformation (MT), the UML, the particular integral and solutions of the GMP. We also use a transformation we introduced, which helps in converting the time dependent triaxiality of the bigger primary to one that is constant. The derived systems of equations with variable and constant coefficients can be used to model the long-term motion of satellites and planets in binary systems.
Effect of partial replacement of agro-industrial by-products for maize on growth performance, carcass characteristics, blood profile and economy of production in local Turkey
Authors: Danladi Y , Ayuba, A. , Bitrus I. , Mbahi T. F. , Chindo A. , Peter A. Y. , Abdullahi R. , Abdulaziz U. , Ajiduku A. , Hassan T. , Mary A. , Korzerzer R.M.
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of incorporating three agro-industrial by-products as partial substitutes for maize on growth performance, carcass characteristics, blood profile, and economic efficiency in local Turkey. The study, which spanned a duration of fifty-six (56) days, was executed in a completely randomized design (CRD). A total of forty-eight (48) day-old local turkey poults were employed, and they were randomly assigned to four (4) dietary treatments of 12 poults per treatment, and replicated 3 times with 4 poults per replicate. The experimental diets, which contained three agro-industrial by-products, namely maize offal (MO), rice milling residue (RMR), and brewers' dried grain (BDG), were formulated with an inclusion level of 30% each of agro in by-products in the diets. At the starter phase, there were significant differences (P<0.05) in the final weight gain, and average daily weight gain (ADWG), with higher values for final weight, average daily weight gain, and lower feed conversion ratio being recorded as 664.83, 14.57, 14.56, and 3.37g/bird respectively, at T3. The final weight, average daily weight gain (ADWG), and feed conversion ratio (FCR) at the grower phase were not significantly different (P>0.05). However, T4 diet (30% BDG) had the highest final weight, but the lowest feed conversion ratio (FCR) of 1.42 was recorded at T1 (30% MO. The live weight, dress weight, carcass weight, dress percentage, breast, thigh, wings, back, neck, drumstick, liver, heart, and gizzard were not significantly different (P>0.05) among treatment groups, except kidney, which was significantly different (p<0.05) among the treatment groups. The haematological parameters measured, including packed cell volume (PCV), red blood cell (RBC), mean corpuscular haemoglobin (MCH), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), and white blood cell (WBC), were all significantly (P<0.05) different. However, haemoglobin (Hb) and mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentrations (MCHC) were not significantly different (P>0.05). The feed cost decreased as 30% level of each of the three agro-industrial by-products replaced maize in this study. Feed cost (N/Kg gain) followed the same trend. The findings revealed that T4 (30% BDG) was more economical for feeding turkey than the control diet (T1) containing 100% of maize and the other treatments. Therefore, it can be concluded that the replacement of maize with up to 30% BDG will offer improved growth performance, pose no health risk to turkeys, and reduce the cost of production.
Axiomatization multisets: a comparative analysis
Authors: Balogun F. , Wahab O. A. , Isah A. I.
Published: November 2023

A multiset, unlike the classical set, allows for multiple instances of its elements. In this paper, we present a comparative analysis of theories on multisets. In particular, we examine, the first-order two-sorted multiset theory MST, and the single-sorted multiset theory MS that employs the same sort for multiplicities and the set they support. The logical strengths and significance of some axioms presented in these theories are investigated. The theory MST contains a copy of the Zermelo-Fraenkel set theory with the axiom of choice (ZFC) but is independent of ZFC. The single-sorted multiset theory describes a stronger theory that mirrors the Zermelo-Fraenkel set theory (ZF) and is equiconsistent with ZF and antifoundation. The two-sorted multisettheory MST is a conservative extension of the classical set theory, making it a suitable theory to assume when dealing with studies that involve multisets.
Assessment of the effect of rainfall variability on maize productivity in Kaduna State, Nigeria
Authors: Maiwada A. S. , Yusuf S. , Aremu J. K.
Published: November 2023

Understanding the link between climate and crop productivity is very important in ensuring the future of food security in every part of the world. Rainfall especially in the dry tropical environment is one of the main factor affecting crop productivity. This article aimed to assess the effects of rainfall variability on maize productivity in Kaduna state, Nigeria. Annual rainfall and crop yield data were retrieved from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (Nimet) and Kaduna Agricultural Development Project (KADP), Kaduna respectively. Pearson product-moment correlation and multiple regression analysis were used to determine and assess the relationship between the rainfall indices and maize yield. The results of the correlation revealed that Length of rainy season has the strongest effects on maize yield in the study area with correlation coefficients of 0.501. The regression analysis showed that the selected rainfall indices accounts for 61.6 percent influence on maize yield in the study area during the reference period (1999-2018). The study recommends the judicious use of weather and climate forecast. This will help the farmers in proper timing during the crop production activities and also the selection of suitable crops for production to reduce the indiscriminate waste of valuable resources.
Factors affecting milk yield and milk chemical compositions in Nigerian indigenous goat breeds
Authors: Ishaku Bitrus , Ajanwachukwu Nnadi Pius , Joan Makun Hussaina , Otaka Abonyi Festus , Taidinda Gilbert Tashara , Yohanna Danladi , Mngusuur Korzerzer Rachel , Mohammed Sani Umar , Abednego Chindo
Published: November 2023

The present study examined the milk yield and chemical composition of three distinct Nigerian indigenous goat breeds. Specifically, the study utilized three breeds of indigenous goats, namely the Red Sokoto, Sahel, and West African Dwarf (WAD), with each breed being represented by five (5) does. The milking process involved hand stripping each doe in the morning for a period of 2-3 minutes, with milk yield being immediately weighed. The milk samples were transferred to the laboratory and kept at -200C for further proximate chemical analysis for crude protein, ash, and solid fat. The results indicated that Red Sokoto does produced the highest quantity of milk in comparison to Sahel and WAD does, although this was not statistically significant (p<0.05). Moreover, milk yield decreased significantly (p<0.05) with increased lactation weeks in all three breeds. However, milk yield was observed to increase with a higher number of kids per dams, which was statistically significant (p<0.05). The ash content of Red Sokoto goats’ milk had the highest value with 0.93% as compared to the other two breeds. The WAD showed significantly higher fat content (4.20%) in comparison to Sahel (3.22%) and Red Sokoto goats (3.05%). The Red Sokoto goats had the highest solid non-fat (13.93%) as compared to the WAD and Sahel breeds with 3.66% and 12.9% respectively. In general, the Red Sokoto goats had the highest overall total solid in milk composition, with a value of 17.22% when compared to WAD and Sahel dams having 16.09% and 15.70%, respectively. Furthermore, the WAD breed had the highest crude protein content at 4.62%, while Red Sokoto and Sahel breeds had 4.43% and 4.04%, respectively. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that milk compositions varied across these goat breeds and that milk yield was affected by the breed, lactation week, and the number of kids per dam.
Occurrence of kell blood group among individuals with ABO and Rh (D) blood groups in Awka and Asaba, Nigeria
Authors: Onyenekwe C. Chinedum , Ezugwu U. Modestus , Osakue O. Nosakhare , Obu S. Ifeoma , Ehiaghe F. Alfred , Osakue N. Eric , Akaahan Achiaku , Edet S. Eno , Ehiaghe I. Joy , Onyenekwe N. Ogochukwu
Published: November 2023

Antigens on the surface of the red blood cells are used to determine their blood group. The major blood groups in Nigeria are ABO and Rh (D). Globalization and trans-continental marriages might have thrown up some other blood group in Nigeria. This study identified the occurrence of kell blood group among individuals with ABO and Rh (D) blood groups in Awka and Asaba, Nigeria. One hundred and forty-two participants were recruited randomly for the study. A ml of blood sample collected from each participant was washed in phosphate buffered saline (PBS) thrice and a 3% red cell suspension of each participant’s blood was used to determine their blood groups by their agglutination reactions with anti-A, anti-B, Anti-D and anti-K antibodies. The presence or absence of agglutination in any or combinations of the reactions was used to identify the blood groups. The agglutination reactions showed that 106 (74.6%) were O Rh (D) positive; 2 (2.8%) were O Rh (D) Negative; 18 (12.7%) were A Rh (D) positive, 2 (1.4%) were A Rh (D) Negative; 12 (8.5%) were B Rh (D) Positive; none was B Rh (D) Negative while 3(2.1%) were kell blood group. Two individuals with expression of kell antigen on their red cell were of O Rh (D) positive blood while the third individual was of A Rh (D) positive. The finding that 2.1% of the studied population are kell blood group was an indication that individuals with expression of kell antigen on their red cells resides in Nigeria.
Crop Farmers’ Access to E-information for Climate Smart Agriculture Production, in Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Eta Hilda Chia , Elemi Ginini Francis , Idiku Friday Ogar
Published: November 2023

The study ascertained crop farmers’ access to e-information for climate-smart agriculture production in Cross River State, Nigeria. Using  a multistage sampling procedure, 191 respondents were selected and data were collected with the aid of a structured questionnaire. Percentages, means and Spearman rho correlation were used to analyse the data. Results showed that the least used climate-smart  agriculture (CSA) practices were agroforestry (27.7%), water harvesting practices (25.1%), construction and use of irrigation facilities (14.1%) and land reclamation practices (16.2%). The majority (72.3%) of farmers got einformation on climate-smart agriculture from the  radio, while 8.9% and 12.6% got it from internet websites and social media respectively. E-information that was less accessed by the farmers was information on zero tillage (x=2.33), and minimum tillage. There was a weak, positive monotonic relationship (ys= 0.029)  between farmers’ use of climate-smart agriculture practices and access to e-information. Reliable and timely climate-smart agriculture information targeting tillage, cropping, and water harvesting and use should be developed by extension service providers, uploaded and  broadcasted via traditional electronic media and other non-e-sources for easy access and use by farmers.
Willingness to Adopt Organic Farming Practices among Arable Crop Farmers in Oyo State, Nigeria
Authors: Okonta Omebere Winifred , Ajala Abiodun Oladayo , Kolawole Ebenezer Ayorinde , Ogunjimi Sunday Idowu , Adejumo Adewale Adisa
Published: November 2023

Organic farming practices (OFP) are key components of sustainable agriculture. However, the adoption of OFP is not yet widespread.  Therefore, this study examined the willingness to adopt OFP among arable crop farmers in Oyo State, Nigeria. A multi-stage and  proportionate sampling technique was used to select 333 arable crop farmers with the aid of a structured questionnaire. Mean,  percentages, Chi-square, and Pearson Product Moment Correlation α 0.05 were used to analyse the results. Fifty percent (50%) of the  respondents had high knowledge, and 46.1% had a moderately favourable perception of OFP. The majority (71.5%) were willing to adopt  OFP. Inadequate credit facilities ( ˉx=1.79) and lack of access to organic inputs ( ˉx =1.57) were major barriers to adopting OFP. Farm size (r  = -0.114), household size (r = -0.180), farmer’s knowledge (r = 0.128), and perception of OFP (r = 0.122) were significantly related to  farmers’ willingness to adopt OFP. Arable crop farmers were willing to adopt OFP. They should therefore be equipped with the requisite  knowledge and skills through training programmes.