bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Brucelose, leptospirose e rinotraqueíte infecciosa bovina: impactos na reprodução animal
Authors: Lima Jayne Fernanda de Souza , Souza Juliana Bruno Borges , Dall’Acqua Priscila Chediek , Paludo Raquel Loren dos Reis , Martini Andresa de Cássia , Cassimiro Geovana Carolaine Ramos , Cruz Carolina Alvarenga , Souza Cleusely Matias de , Meirelles-Bartoli Raphaella Barbosa , Paula Eric Mateus Nascimento de
Published: November 2024

A bovinocultura brasileira traz consigo relevantes doenças causadas por agentes etiológicos como bactérias, fungos, protozoários e vírus; sendo alguns deles endêmicos em países tropicais, como o Brasil. Dentre essas enfermidades, destacam-se a brucelose, leptospirose e rinotraqueíte infecciosa bovina (IBR) por estarem diretamente relacionadas a impactos na reprodução em animais de grande porte. Dessa forma, o objetivo do presente artigo é descrever as particularidades de cada uma destas doenças. A metodologia adotada é a abordagem qualitativa, de natureza básica, com propósito exploratório. Tendo como procedimentos a pesquisa bibliográfica, tendo o Google Acadêmico como base de dados e buscando informações com até 10 anos publicadas. Foram utilizadas 40 publicações científicas para a construção dessa revisão. Durante o desenvolvimento desta revisão, é evidenciado os impactos significativos na saúde reprodutiva do rebanho bovino proporcionado por estas enfermidades, resultando em perdas econômicas e desafios no manejo e na produção de bovinos. Fica claro, a importância da prevenção para as doenças bacterianas e viral, métodos e manejos sanitários executados nas propriedades através de vacinas, tornando-se mais viáveis e com redução de prejuízos para o produtor, não afetando seu lucro, e garantindo a sanidade dos animais e seres humanos. Conclui-se, portanto, que essas doenças têm um impacto significativo na saúde reprodutiva do rebanho bovino, resultando em perdas econômicas e desafios no manejo e na produção de bovinos.
Hemimandibulectomia rostral de ameloblastoma acantomatoso em cão com planejamento cirúrgico baseado em engenharia reversa da radiografia e criação de biomodelo 3D - relato de caso
Authors: Melo Danilo Rocha de , Silva Maria Eduarda , Leão Marcella Alves Ferreira , Regalin Doughlas , Rocha Alice Caroline da Silva , Maia Guilherme Oliveira , Filho Rodrigo Santos Fonseca , Campos Geovana Oliveira , Cardoso Jamily Matos , Rocha Thiago André Salvitti de Sá
Published: November 2024

O ameloblastoma acantomatoso canino (AAC) é a neoplasia odontogênica mais relatada em cães. O presente relato de caso aborda o atendimento de um cão, macho, de três anos, da raça fila brasileiro pesando 75 kg, que foi atendido no Hospital Veterinário da Universidade Federal de Jataí (HV-UFJ). O tutor apresentava como principal queixa a neoformação tecidual na cavidade oral com evolução de oito meses e recente crescimento progressivo. O laudo histopatológico concluiu o diagnóstico em AAC gengival. Por esse motivo, o tratamento proposto foi a na hemimandibulectomia rostral esquerda associada à estabilização com placa óssea e parafusos. Para tal fim, foi recorrido o uso de engenharia reversa a partir de radiografias da mandíbula do paciente e realizadas mensurações da mandíbula com software Optimedi planner 2D®. O intento que foi estabelecido como meta final do presente relato é o detalhar o caso de estabilização mandibular após hemimandibulectomia rostral em cão acometido por AAC, e o uso da modelagem em 3D para planejamento cirúrgico e estabilização com placa óssea, visando estabilidade, manutenção da estética e preservação da função mastigatória.
Inovação na indústria agrícola brasileira: tecnologias de agricultura de precisão
Authors: Viana Nayara Carolina Ribeiro Tavares , Ribeiro Marcelo Machado de Luca de Oliveira , Tavares Thiago Daniel Ribeiro , Tavares Diego Henrique Ribeiro
Published: November 2024

As constantes mudanças e o avanço tecnológico tem constatem impulsionado a produção e a eficiência pecuária, ao mesmo tempo em que levanta questões ambientais e sociais. A pecuária de precisão surge como uma solução inovadora para melhorar sistemas produtivos e melhorar a sustentabilidade de pequenos médios e grandes produtores ruais. Contudo, sua adoção enfrenta desafios significativos, principalmente no que diz respeito ao alto custo de implantação e à falta de mão-de-obra especializada sobretudo entre pequenos e médios produtores. Este estudo, realizado entre agosto e outubro de 2023, com 123 criadores de gado de corte e leite nos estados de Minas Gerais, São Paulo e Goiás, revelou que 82% dos participantes são homens e 41% possuem ensino superior completo. A pesquisa destacou que a adoção de novas tecnologias, embora seja muito importante para aumentar a produtividade dentro das propriedades, encontra obstáculos devido a barreiras econômicas e estruturais. O paradoxo entre métodos tradicionais e inovadores reflete a complexidade do cenário brasileiro, onde a modernização é tardia, mas requer apoio e políticas públicas que viabilizem sua implementação. A singularidade brasileira é um ponto crítico, e a adoção de tecnologias pode não apenas aumentar a competitividade do setor, mas também promover uma produção mais sustentável e equilibrada, alinhada com padrões globais de responsabilidade ambiental e eficiência econômica.
Revolucionando a fertilidade do solo: o impacto da integração lavoura-pecuária (ILP) em Araguatins – TO
Authors: Silva Claudio Ferreira da , Silva Samuel de Deus da
Published: November 2024

Sistemas de manejo de solo que envolvam rotação de culturas resultam em alterações das características de fertilidade deste. Contudo, são escassas as informações sobre o efeito de sistemas integrados de produção, como a integração lavoura-pecuária (ILP), na fertilidade de solo. Neste sentido, este trabalho teve por objetivo avaliar a melhoria da fertilidade do solo em área degradada com a implantação do sistema integrado de ILP. No ano de 2021 foram coletadas, na fazenda Campo Verde em Araguatins, TO, amostras de solo em uma área degradada e com pastagem de Megathyrsus maximus cv. Massai e foram coletadas novas amostras após a implantação do sistema, no ano de 2022. As amostras de solo foram retiradas nas camadas de 0,0-0,20 m. De acordo com os resultados, observou-se elevação do pH do solo, aproximando-se dos valores mais adequados ao cultivo, com a implantação do sistema. Para cálcio e magnésio, também se verificou aumento nos níveis disponíveis no solo, acarretando a diminuição do fator acidez potencial (H+Al+3) do solo e dos teores de Al+3 trocável. Observou-se também, aumento nos teores de fósforo (P) na camada superficial. Desse modo é possível concluir-se que o sistema ILP adotado promoveu melhorias na fertilidade do solo, nas condições avaliadas.
Macromorphological characterization of filamentous fungi isolated from ripened cheese samples as potential protease producers
Authors: Talabera Alejandra Paola Polanco , Pataleão Elizângela Nunes , Almeida Isabella Dumont Cruz , Lopes Paulo Henrique Silva , Paula Brenda Ketilyn Lages de , Nelson David Lee , Benassi Vivian Machado
Published: November 2024

Proteases catalyze the hydrolysis of amide bonds of peptides and proteins, thereby playing crucial roles in the functioning of organisms, as well as having an important role in industrial processes. They are one of the three most widely commercially marketed enzymes. This study aimed to analyze the macromorphological characteristics of seventeen filamentous fungi and identify potential protease producers. The microorganisms were cultivated on a solid culture medium containing skim milk powder at 30 °C for seven days. After the incubation period, macroscopic morphological characteristics of the fungi were observed, and the strain diameters and the enzymatic halos around the colonies were measured. As a result, a wide variety of characteristics among the filamentous fungi was observed, highlighting the diversity of this group. Additionally, Potentials asprotease producers under the conditions presented were observed for eight filamentous fungi. These findings suggest that the these fungal strains might be valuable resources for the production of proteases with high biotechnological potentials.
A prática ilícita do rufianismo e lenocínio na sociedade contemporânea é recôndito por ser considerado uma conduta atípica?
Authors: Viera Ruan Pablo Barbosa
Published: November 2024

O Código Penal define os crimes de rufianismo e lenocínio como o ato de se beneficiar ou fomentar da prostituição de outra pessoa, participando diretamente dos lucros ou sendo sustentado, total ou parcialmente, por quem exerce essa atividade. Com isso, diante o constante avanço da era digital, esse artigo tem por foco analisar de que forma a conduta do rufianismo e lenocínio podem estar presentes na sociedade atual e como pode avançar dentro desse contexto, sobretudo demonstrando que a prática de conduta ilícita é por vezes despercebida pelo judiciário, analisando também se a ilicitude do rufianismo e lenocínio não vai de contrariedade ao princípio da livre iniciativa. Para a realização desta pesquisa foi adotado o método de revisão da literatura, buscando artigos nos bancos de dados Periódico CAPES, SciELO e Scolar Google, com base nos descritores em inglês e português: rufianismo, lenocínio, prostituição online e plataformas de conteúdo adulto. Os resultados desta pesquisa destacam a importância de levar em conta a dignidade, autonomia e proteção dos profissionais do sexo, assegurados pela constituição brasileira, especialmente em um contexto em que a exploração e a vulnerabilidade são realidades constantes.
A importância da leitura para a formação do indivíduo
Authors: Lima Luciana da Rosa
Published: November 2024

Com o objetivo de propor uma reflexão sobre a importância de formação de leitores críticos, esse trabalho tratou sobre os papéis do professor, da escola e dos pais na responsabilidade de desenvolver jovens leitores. Embora saiba-se da importância da leitura para a formação de cidadãos mais conscientes, poucas medidas efetivas têm sido adotadas pelos responsáveis na educação dos estudantes.  Neste estudo, foi apresentado algumas medidas simples e fáceis de serem adotadas nas escolas e lares. Essas medidas foram alicerçadas em pesquisa exploratória em várias literaturas. São elas: a escolha de literaturas que sejam atrativas aos jovens, bem como a criação de clubes de leituras, visitas a bibliotecas públicas e o desenvolvimento de lares cujos familiares sejam ávidos leitores. Contudo, espera-se que o jovem possa desenvolver o amor pela leitura e, com isso, desenvolvê-la como um hábito e depois de tudo isso seja possível fazer uma melhor reflexão dos acontecimentos do seu mundo.
Perfil social e de saúde de idosas em uma cidade metropolitana de São Paulo, Brasil
Authors: Dias Alyne de Souza , Perné Jaqueline Estelita de Paiva , Alves Leiliane Naves Dias , Silva José André da , Reis Jackson dos Santos , Tessarolo Mariana Medeiros Mota , Ferreira José Paulo da Silva , Dias Ewerton Naves
Published: November 2024

Introdução: Estudos apontam que a velhice possui um forte componente de gênero, evidenciado pelo fato de que as mulheres idosas apresentarem maior probabilidade de enfrentarem maiores desvantagens físicas, psicológicas e socioeconômicas quando comparado aos homens idosos. Objetivo: Identificar as características sociais, econômicas e de saúde de mulheres idosas. Método: Estudo quantitativo, descritivo e transversal. A amostra contou com 226 idosas residentes em uma cidade metropolitana de São Paulo, Brasil. para coleta de dados utilizou-se um instrumento de Caracterização social, econômica e de saúde. Resultados: O grupo etário de 60 a 69 anos foi o mais prevalente, 55% das mulheres não tinham companheiro, 94,2% eram mães e 97,3% se declararam religiosas, com 57,7% católicas. Aproximadamente 70% estavam aposentadas, 58,8% se sentiam satisfeitas com a saúde, apesar de 71,2% terem doenças crônicas, e apenas 39,4% praticavam atividade física. Conclusão: Os achados deste estudo revelam a complexidade do envelhecimento das mulheres idosas no Brasil, evidenciando não apenas suas características sociais e de saúde, mas também os desafios e oportunidades que surgem com essa transição demográfica.
Reconstruction methods in vulvar cancer: a narrative review
Authors: Domańska Aleksandra , Orzelska Julia , Lachowska Katarzyna , Gierulska Natalia , Satora Małgorzata , Kułak Krzysztof
Published: November 2024

Background : Vulvar cancer is a rare type of cancer that accounts for 1% of all cancers in women and about 3-8% of all gynecological cancers in the world. Although resection of the lesion is the first choice for treatment, reconstructive methods of the vulva have been increasingly used recently. Flaps are most commonly used for this purpose. However, it is important to remember that the reconstruction must be adjusted to the patient's needs, taking into account the geometry of the wound, as well as potential secondary complications.Aim of the study: The aim of this study is to present the different methods of plastic surgery for vulvar cancer, which included V-Y, VRAM, ALT, DIEP and lotus flaps. The following article focuses on describing the above methods, presenting their advantages and disadvantages, in which cases they can be used, and potential complications.Material and methods: The literature review was conducted in the PubMed database. The inclusion criteria used in the review included compliance with topic, publication date after 2015 and English language. Articles of low credibility, duplicated, not in English language and with abstracts unrelated to the topic were excluded. Results: Of the articles found, 32 studies were eventually to be reviewed. The research shows that the choice of reconstruction method can be difficult, while there is no single correct approach in vulvar cancer cases.Conclusions: In summary, the interdisciplinary collaboration between the gynecologist oncologist, the surgeon and the radiotherapist, plays a key role in the treatment process.
MACA-YC18 E PANOC-YC20: TRADUÇÃO, ADAPTAÇÃO TRANSCULTURAL PARA O PORTUGUÊS E EVIDÊNCIAS DE VALIDADE DOS INSTRUMENTOS NO CONTEXTO BRASILEIRO
Authors: Oliveira Alessandra Ribeiro Ventura , Alves Vicente Paulo , França Alex Bacadini , Muniz Monique Karen Teles , Santos Jane Karla Alves Leite dos , Gonçalves Andreza Santos Teixeira
Published: November 2024

Objetivo: Adaptar transculturalmente para o português no contexto brasileiro e avaliar as propriedades psicométricas dos instrumentos “Avaliação Multidimensional das Atividades de Cuidar” (MACA-YC18) e “Resultados Positivos e Negativos do Cuidar” (PANOC-YC20) para avaliação dos efeitos da atividade do cuidado em pessoas mais jovens. Métodos: Foram realizadas as traduções e adaptações culturais dos instrumentos para o português do Brasil, síntese das versões traduzidas, análise da versão sintetizada, avaliação do instrumento pelo público-alvo e tradução reversa. Foram avaliadas as propriedades psicométricas por meio da estrutura fatorial dos instrumentos e consistência interna. Resultados: Ambos os instrumentos apresentaram adequada estrutura fatorial e nenhum item original foi excluído bem como, os índices de ajustes. Os coeficientes de confiabilidade aferidos por três técnicas apresentaram índices aceitáveis. Os parâmetros de discriminação e os thresholds dos itens foram avaliados por meio de Teoria de Resposta ao Item. Conclusão: A versão traduzida e adaptada transculturalmente dos instrumentos MACA-YC18 e PANOC-YC20 para o português pode ser considerado confiável e válida para avaliação dos efeitos da atividade do cuidado em pessoas mais jovens.
Survey and molecular characterization of begomovirus, and assessment of yield losses caused by leaf curl disease of sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
Authors: VENKATARAMANAMMA K , VENKATARAVANAPPA V , PRABHAKAR K , REDDY B V RAVI PRAKASH , SRI P ARUNA , VENKATESWARLU N C
Published: November 2024

A comprehensive survey was conducted during winter (rabi) and rainy (kharif) seasons of 2019–20 to 2021–22 in the Kurnool, Nandyal, and Prakasam districts of Andhra Pradesh, focusing on the incidence of leaf curl disease in hybrid sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) crop. The results revealed a high incidence of the disease, ranging from 40–94.5% across most of the surveyed hybrid varieties. Leaf curl-infected samples collected from the surveyed fields were analyzed by PCR using specific primers for the DNA-A component of the virus to confirm the presence of the pathogen. The PCR-amplified fragments were cloned and sequenced. Sequence analysis revealed that the sunflower isolate (Snf-AP) shared 99.2% nucleotide identity with the tomato leaf curl Karnataka virus (ToLCKV), which infects sunflower crops in Karnataka. This indicates a strong geographical and genetic connection between the viral strains affecting sunflowers in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. This genetic similarity is significant, as it suggests that the same or closely related viral strains are responsible for sunflower leaf curl disease across broader regions. The disease was found to affect sunflowers at all growth stages, with the highest incidence (42.3%) observed at the star bud stage. Infection at the star bud stage leads to substantial seed yield losses, with reductions of up to 82.8%. This level of damage underscores the economic impact of early infections, as yield losses of this magnitude can severely affect the profitability of sunflower farming. Additionally, a positive correlation was found between the whitefly population, weather parameters, and disease development.
Residue analysis of premix formulation of fipronil and imidacloprid and its metabolites in hot pepper (Capsicum annum)
Authors: CHAUHAN REENA , AHLAWAT SUSHIL , YADAV SURENDER SINGH , AHLAWAT NISHA , CHOPRA INDU
Published: November 2024

A field experiment was conducted during 2018–19 and 2019–20 at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, Haryana to assess the dissipation pattern of a ready mix formulation i.e. fipronil and imidacloprid along with their metabolites in fruits of hot pepper (Capsicum annum L.). The Hot pepper variety Kranti was used for the study. Quantitative analysis was done on gas liquid chromatography (GLC) and high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC) for fipronil and imidacloprid with their metabolites, respectively. At the suggested dose, fipronil residues were lower than 0.01 mg/kg in the studied years. However, in double doses, the total residues of fipronil were detected on the 5th (0.071 mg/kg) and 3rd (0.043 mg/kg) day for the 1st and 2nd year following drench application. Imidacloprid was detected only in the subsequent year’s trial in double doses. Residual leftovers of imidacloprid metabolite (6- CNA) were lower than 0.01 mg/kg (LOQ). No residual leftovers were present in fully ripened red chilli and harvest time samples of soil.
Drone-assisted herbicide optimization for energy efficiency, weed control and economics in transplanted rice (Oryza sativa)
Authors: JEEVAN NARAYANASWAMY , PAZHANIVELAN SELLAPERUMAL , KUMARAPERUMAL RAMALINGAM , SIVAMURUGAN A P , KANCHETI MRUNALINI
Published: November 2024

The experiment was conducted during summer and rainy (kharif) seasons of 2021 and 2022 at Agricultural Research Station (Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu), Bhavanisagar, Tamil Nadu to evaluate the efficiency, economics and energetics of drone-based herbicide spray (fluid) application in transplanted rice (Oryza sativa L.). During the experiment the application of pre-emergence and post-emergence herbicides was done using drone and knapsack sprayer to assess the weed control efficiency (WCE). Treatments included 3 herbicide combinations, viz. pyrazosulfuron ethyl as pre-emergence (PE); pyrazosulfuron ethyl as pre-emergence (PE) fb bispyribac sodium as PoE; and pyrazosulfuron ethyl as PE fb metsulfuron methyl + chlorimuron ethyl as PoE; and 4 spray fluids applied using drone and knapsack sprayer (25, 37.5, 75 and 500 litre/ha). Weed free and unweeded check plot were used as reference for calculating WCE. Application of pyrazosulfuron ethyl fb bispyribac sodium using knapsack sprayer reduced weed density from 77.74–86.45% and weed dry weight from 89.60–91.40% over unweeded plot. Moreover, it was found on par with drone application of 37.5 litre/ha using herbicides during both the seasons. Interaction effect between herbicides and drone spray fluids was found to be non-significant. Pyrazosulfuron ethyl fb bispyribac sodium application through knapsack sprayer (500 litre/ha) and drone (37.5 litre/ha) produced higher grain yield and straw yield. Higher net return, benefit: cost ratio (2.49 and 2.40), energy-use efficiency (13.44 and 13.40 MJ) and energy productivity (0.414 and 0.416 kg/MJ) were noticed with drone application of pyrazosulfuron ethyl fb bispyribac sodium using 37.5 litre/ha spray fluid in both the seasons. From the experiment, drone application of pyrazosulfuron ethyl fb bispyribac sodium with spray volume of 37.5 litre/ha was found as an effective strategy to manage weeds in transplanted rice and more advantageous in terms of energy-use efficiency and profitability.
Enhancing productivity and profitability of spring maize (Zea mays) in Uttarakhand's Tarai region through effective weed management practices and irrigation scheduling
Authors: CHINYO MUNNY , KUMAR SANDEEP , SINGH T P , CHANDRA S , GOND SURAJ
Published: November 2024

A field experiment was conducted during the spring seasons of 2022 and 2023 at Norman E Borlaug Crop Research Centre, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand to enhance maize yield and profitability. The experiment was conducted a split-plot design (SPD) with two irrigation scheduling treatments, viz. irrigation applied at an IW/CPE ratio of 0.8 (I1); and 1.2 (I2) in main plot and 8 weed management treatments, viz. W1, atrazine 1000 g/ha; W2, tembotrione 120 g/ha; W3, topramezone 25.2 g/ha; W4, atrazine 1000 g/ ha followed by hand-weeding at 35 DAS (days after sowing); W5, atrazine 1000 g/ha followed by tembotrione 120 g/ha; W6, atrazine 1000 g/ha followed by topramezone 25.2 g/ha; W7, weed-free; and W8, weedy check in sub-plots. Irrigation applied at IW/CPE ratio of 1.2 significantly improved the maize productivity and profitability, yielding higher net returns (₹66,206.9/ha) and grain yield (6.1 t/ha). Among the herbicidal treatments, atrazine 1000 g/ha followed by topramezone 25.2 g/ha recorded the highest weed control efficiency (80%) and maize grain yield (6.3 t/ ha). The percentage net monetary return was in the following sequence: W6 (100%) > W7 (92.4%) > W5 (91.8%) > W4 (89.6%) > W3 (81.5%) > W2 (78.2%) > W1 (67.6%) > W8 (46.4%). The percentage gain in grain yield was recorded in the following sequence: W7 (100%) > W6 (91.4%) > W5 (87.4%) > W4 (86.4%) > W3 (84.1%) > W2 (81.1%) > W1 (71.5%) > W8 (52.5%). In conclusion, optimizing irrigation to IW/CPE ratio of 1.2 and employing weed management practice atrazine (1000 g/ha) followed by topramezone (25.2 g/ha) application, can significantly enhance spring maize yield, weed control efficiency and economic returns in Uttarakhand's Tarai region.
Influence of drip irrigation, crop geometry and mulching on morphological and nutritional traits of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus)
Authors: MEENA ATMA RAM , NAROLIA RAJEEV KUMAR , KUMAR LOKESH , MEENA SIYARAM
Published: November 2024

The experiment was conducted during rainy (kharif) seasons of 2019 and 2020 at College of Agriculture, Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner, Rajasthan to study the effect of crop geometry, mulching and different irrigation levels on the morphological and nutritional traits of okra [Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench]. The experiment was conducted in a split plot design (SPD) comprised of 4 irrigation levels in the main plot (40%, 60%, 80% and 100% pan evaporation) and 2 different crop geometry (paired row sowing and normal sowing) and 3 types of mulches (no mulch, plastic mulch and straw mulch) were employed in the subplots and sub-subplots, respectively. Results indicated that 100% potential evapotranspiration (PE), drip irrigation (DI) and paired row sowing at 30 cm × 70 cm significantly increased the number of branches/plant, plant height (cm), length of fruit (cm), diameter of fruit (cm) and chlorophyll content of leaves compared to lower irrigation levels and normal sowing. Additionally, straw mulch positively influenced the above-mentioned parameters in the okra fruits as compared to without mulch. Drip irrigation, paired row sowing, and straw mulching also resulted in a significant increase in net returns per hectare. The study demonstrated that combining paired row sowing with straw mulch and irrigating at 100% potential evapotranspiration (PE) yielded the best growth attributes, highest fruit quality, and maximum net returns for okra.
Disease-driven yield losses in wheat (Triticum aestivum) crop under different agroclimatic locations of Punjab
Authors: ANAND SHUBHAM , SANDHU SARABJOT KAUR
Published: November 2024

The experiments were conducted during winter (rabi) seasons of 2021–22 and 2022–23 at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab to examine the yield losses due to diseases in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) crop under different agroclimatic locations of Punjab. The experiment was conducted in split-plot design (SPD) having three dates of sowing (14th–15th October, 8th–9th November and 3rd–4th December) in main plots and wheat varieties, viz. PBW 725, HD 2967 and HD 3086 with two microclimate modification levels M1 (recommended irrigation) and M2 (additional water sprays) in sub plots, replicated four times. The yellow rust severity was maximum at Ludhiana (56.14%, 57.17%) and Gurdaspur (56.75%, 58.42%) in HD 2967 under early sown conditions in M2 treatment during 2021–22 and 2022–33, respectively. The Karnal bunt incidence was comparatively higher at Ludhiana (18.5% and 13.4%) and Gurdaspur (21.4% and 16.7%) in variety PBW 725 under normal sowing condition in M2 than other treatments during both the years of study, respectively. Grain yield during 2021–22 and 2022–23 was more in early sowing at Ludhiana (43.3 q/ha, 48.1 q/ha) and Gurdaspur (44.5 q/ha, 50.8 q/ha) than other dates of sowing. In variety × microclimate modification levels treatments, grain yield was maximum at Ludhiana (43.1 q/ha, 47.2 q/ha) and Gurdaspur (44.0 q/ha, 50.2 q/ha) in variety PBW 725 under M1 than other treatments during both the years of study. Early date of sowing recorded more yield losses followed by late and normal sowing and losses were more at Gurdaspur as compared to Ludhiana. Average yield losses during 2022–23 were higher i.e. 5.6% and 7.1% as compared to 1.6% and 2.3% during 2021–22 at Ludhiana and Gurdaspur, respectively.
Effects of nano urea on Indian mustard (Brassica juncea) productivity and nutrient uptake in calcareous soils
Authors: MEENA MUKESH KUMAR , SINGH HAR VIR , JAT RAM SWAROOP , DOTANIYA MOHAN LAL , MEENA MURALI DHAR , CHOUDHARY RAM LAL , MEENA VASUDEV , MEENA PRABHU DAYAL , RAI PROMOD KUMAR
Published: November 2024

The experiment was conducted during winter (rabi) seasons of 2021–22 and 2022–23 at ICAR-Directorate of Rapeseed Mustard Research, Bharatpur, Rajasthan to assess the effect of nano urea (NU) spray in conjunction with different rates of soil applied fertilizer (conventional urea) N on growth, yield, nutrient content and uptake of Indian mustard [Brassica juncea (L.) Czern. and Coss.] in a calcareous soil of arid and semi-arid region. The experiment was conducted in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) and replicated thrice The treatment combinations consisted of basal applications of fertilizers and foliar spray (FS) of nano urea (NU) either once 30 days after sowing (DAS) or twice 30 and 50–55 DAS. The field experiment comprised of 9 treatments, viz. Control; Recommended dose of fertilizer (RDF); RDN25 + NU-1FS; RDN25 + NU-2FS; RDN50 + NU-1FS; RDN50 + NU-2FS; RDN100 + NU-1FS; RDN75 + NU-1FS; and RDN75 + NU-2FS. Results revealed that treatment RDN100 + NU-1FS (single sprays of nano urea together with the 100% prescribed dose of N) produced the maximum values of 24.30 and 66.62 q/ha yield of seed and stover, respectively. However, RDN75 + NU-2FS produced statistically comparable yield to the treatment RDN100 + NU-1FS. By applying nano urea, the recommended N dose can be reduced up to 25% without compromising yield. One FS of NU with RDN100 registered highest plant height, main shoot length, main shoot siliquae number, total siliquae number/plant and the number of secondary branches of the plant, and proved superior over other treatments. Further, results exhibited that RDN100 + NU-1FS increased N, P, and K uptake values to 66.74, 10.42, and 17.85 kg/ha in seed and 44.23, 9.48, and 78.98 kg/ha in stover. Overall, it has been determined that the most efficient way to increase the yield, concentration, and uptake of N, P, and K in Indian mustard is to apply nano urea foliar at 30 and 60 DAS in conjunction with RDF.
Impact of long-term integrated nutrient management on productivity, profitability, soil microbial activity and nutrient content ofrice (Oryza sativa) in Assam
Authors: DIDAWAT RISHBH KUMAR , SHARMA VINOD KUMAR , NATH D J , KUMAR SANDEEP , DEY ABIR , KUMAR PRAVEEN , SHANKAR KRIPA , CHOPRA INDU , SHIVAY Y S , PARIHAR C M , PRASAD SHIV
Published: November 2024

A study was carried out during 2021 to 2022 at Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam to study the effect of long-term integrated nutrient management on productivity, profitability, soil microbial activity and nutrient content of rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Assam. The experiment was conducted in a randomized block design (RBD) comprised of 5 nutrient management practices, viz. T1, Absolute control; T2, 100% recommended dose (RD) through chemical fertilizers (CF); T3, 50% RD through CF + liquid biofertilizers; T4, 50% RD through CF + solid biofertilizers; and T5, 50% RD through CF + enriched compost (EC) (@1 t/ha), with 4 replications. The results showed higher grain yield and profitability in treatment T2 (5.23 t/ha and $1472.29/ha) followed by T5 (5.23 t/ha and $1446.29/ha), T3 (4.90 t/ha and $1362.29/ha), T4 (4.87 t/ha and $1346.69/ha), and the lowest in T1 (3.21 t/ha and $897.85/ha). Notably, treatment T5 delivered comparable yield and returns to T2. However, treatment T5 significantly increased the essential nutrients (N, P, K, Zn, Cu, Mn, Fe) in grain compared to T2 or T3/T4. In addition, soil microbial activity such as dehydrogenase activity, phospho-monoesterase activity, microbial biomass carbon, fluorescein diacetate hydrolase, and arylsulphatase activity were significantly higher under treatment T5. These findings highlight that treatment T5 i.e. 50% CF + EC (@1 t/ha) not only matches conventional 100% fertilizer application in yield and returns but also enhances soil microbial activity. Study highlights the potential of integrated nutrient management practices with 50% RD through CF + enriched compost (EC) (@1 t/ha) to address micronutrient deficiencies, improve crop productivity, profitability, and promote sustainable agriculture in the region.
Evaluation and character association study for tuber yield, biochemical and antioxidant properties of sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas)
Authors: TALANG H D , JHA A K , DEVI M B , MAWLONG G T , BIAM KAMNI P , MAWLEIN J , RYMBAI H , VERMA V K , LYNGDOH B , HAZARIKA S
Published: November 2024

A study was carried out during 2022 and 2023 at ICAR-Research Complex for North-Eastern Hill Region, Umiam, Meghalaya to evaluate the yield, biochemical and antioxidant properties of 49 accessions of sweet potato [Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.] in mid hill condition of north-eastern region. The experiment was laid out in randomized block design (RBD) with 3 replications. Results indicate that Mynthlu Orange exhibited the highest tuber weight, length, diameter and yield. In terms of biochemical parameters, Meghalaya Local recorded the highest dry matter content; Col-6 recorded the highest starch content; and X-24 had the highest total sugar content. Among antioxidants, X-24 showed the highest total phenolic content, highest FRAP assay value and anthocyanin with lowest IC50 value which signified that X-24 had the highest antioxidant activity. Correlation study revealed significant positive correlation of tuber yield with tuber weight, diameter and total anthocyanin. Based on the mean performance, accessions Mynthlu Orange, X-24 and Col-6 were found promising for yield, biochemical and antioxidant parameters.
Accumulation of mineral nutrients in fruit peel and pulp of loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) cultivars during fruit developmental stages
Authors: RADHIKA JAKKULA , BONS HARSIMRAT K
Published: November 2024

The experiment was conducted during 2023 at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab to assess the changes of mineral nutrients in peel and pulp of loquat cultivars at four developmental stages to explore its nutraceutical potential. During the development of loquat fruits, K and Zn content both in peel and pulp showed increasing trend from 60–92 DAFS. Similarly, Ca content in loquat peel, Fe and Mn content in pulp also exhibited increasing trend. While P, Cu and Mg content showed a decreasing trend in both peel and pulp. Likewise, Ca content in loquat pulp, Fe and Mn content in peel decreased from 60–92 DAFS. This study provides an insight regarding the accumulation of mineral nutrients in fruit peel and pulp in loquat cultivars during four fruit developmental stages which could be helpful for exploring its nutraceutical potential.
Carl Halfdan Schilling – maleren som skiftet yrke
Authors: Sætre Erik
Published: November 2024

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Vidunderlige vrangforestillinger og myten om eventyrlandet
Authors: König Marton
Published: November 2024

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Mozart-effekten – myte eller realitet?
Authors: Torkildsen Øivind
Published: November 2024

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Hjertestans og innbilt død som hjernesymptomer?
Authors: Engelsen Bernt
Published: November 2024

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MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY FROM ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION IN ELDERLY PEOPLE IN BRAZIL (2018 TO 2022)
Authors: Braga Alana Dias Sampaio , Aguiar Luana do Vale Martins , da Silva Raphaela Cardoso Pinheiro , Carneiro Pedro Paulo Oliveira
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) is an ischemic condition that causes the death of myocytes due to an imbalance between the supply and demand of oxygen to the myocardium, being the main isolated cause of death among chronic non-communicable diseases in Brazil, especially in the elderly population. Objective: The research aims to analyze the prevalence of morbidity and mortality in the elderly due to AMI, from 2018 to 2022 in Brazil. Methods: This is an ecological time series study, whose data were obtained from the Department of Information Technology of the Unified Health System (DATASUS), where the morbidity and mortality of the elderly population (≥ 60 years old), diagnosed with AMI and who evolved to death, in the analyzed period was identified. The data were organized in an Excel spreadsheet, and graphs were created, which were then exported to Word and analyzed descriptively. Results and discussion: The data collected at the national level portray a scenario showing a higher number of deaths in the Southeast region (45.99%) and a lower number in the North region (5.73%). Regarding the period analyzed, it was found that the year 2022 was the one with the highest number of deaths (n=74,897), in contrast to the year 2020, which had a lower mortality rate (n=69,119). Regarding demographic data such as sex, age, and color/race, it was found that males in the age group of 60 to 69 years have a higher morbidity and mortality. Demonstrating the opposite, females had a higher mortality in the age group of 80 years and over. Regarding color/race, it was found that whites have a higher total mortality. Conclusion: Thus, after analyzing the data, it was found that the mortality rate due to Acute Myocardial Infarction is high in the elderly population, since the aging process changes the health profile of this population.
Clinical epidemiological method in the evaluation of rehabilitative technological procedures in Multiple Sclerosis
Authors: Herrera Broche Maikel , Fraga Ramirez Osvaldo , Hernández Chisholm Dianelys , Gutiérrez Pérez Elaine Teresa , González García Tania Rosa , Medina Hernández Larry
Published: November 2024

Introduction: clinical-epidemiological methods make it possible to build medical knowledge, to delve into the essence of phenomena in accordance with principles. In people diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, it is of vital importance because it provides knowledge and skills in the management of the disease. The authors of this research identify as an objective: to argue the relevance of the clinical-epidemiological assessment in the evaluation process of rehabilitative technological procedures in Multiple Sclerosis.Method: a longitudinal descriptive study with a qualitative approach was carried out in the period from January to October 2024, in the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department of the Villa Clara Clinical-Surgical University Hospital "Arnaldo Milián Castro". For theoretical inquiries, the following theoretical levels were used: analytical-synthetic, historical-logical, systematization and the statistical-mathematical level: descriptive statistics.Results: in the rehabilitation process, both methods provide precise and detailed information, which will facilitate the evaluation and indication of physical-rehabilitative treatment guidelines. In addition, their prior application to rehabilitation technological procedures contributes to the development of competencies and skills, by following the procedure and connecting the examination, evaluation and intervention.Conclusions: the application of clinical-epidemiological methods will allow the evaluation and indication of treatment guidelines focused on the person's health status.
Aksak – Principles And Typology
Authors: Simha Arom
Published: November 2024

A török “aksak” kifejezés, amely az oszmán zeneelméletben gyökerezik, “sántát”, “botladozót” vagy “bicegőt” jelent. Más szóval, szabálytalannak tekintik. Ez egy olyan ritmusrendszert jelöl, amelyben a darabok vagy szekvenciák általában élénk tempóban zajlanak, és egy modul folyamatos ismétlésén alapulnak. Ez a modul a bináris és ternáris mennyiségeken alapuló csoportosítások (pl. 2+3, 2+2+3) egymás mellé helyezéséből ered, és amelynek összesített száma leggyakrabban páratlan szám. A szerző az aksak jelenséget kettős, strukturális és kulturális szempontból vizsgálja. Különösen az alábbiakra összpontosít: az aksak mint ritmikus forma meghatározása; a tempó tényező meghatározó szerepének kiemelése az aszimmetrikus jelleg érzékelésében; egy tipológia javaslata; és végül, az autentikus aksak sajátosságai alapján – azaz azok, amelyek prímszámokon alapulnak – annak az elképzelésnek az előterjesztése, hogy a nyugati zene “mértéke” nem rendelkezik önálló léttel, és valójában a ritmikus artikuláció első szintjét képezi.
The Turkish term aksak, borrowed from the Ottoman musical theory, means “lame,” “stumbling,” or “limping." In other words, it is considered irregular. It designates a rhythmic system within which pieces or sequences, generally taking place in a lively tempo, are based on the uninterrupted reiteration of a module resulting from the juxtaposition of groupings based on binary and ternary quantities (e.g., 2+3, 2+2+3) and whose overall number is most often an odd number. The author considers the aksak phenomenon in its double, structural, and cultural aspects. It focuses in particular on the following: defining the aksak as a rhythmic form; highlighting the determining role played by the tempo factor in the perception of its asymmetrical character; proposing a typology; and finally, based on the characteristics specific to authentic aksak – that is to say, those based on prime numbers – putting forward the idea that the “measure” of Western music has no autonomous existence and constitutes, in fact, a first level of rhythmic articulation.
Viewpoint: BIM – a catalyst for the adoption of ‘lean manufacturing’ principles
Authors: Wash Matthew
Published: November 2024

Matthew Wash looks at how structural engineers (and the wider construction industry) can utilise BIM to minimise waste and maximise value.
Viewpoint: Internal BIM – a quick win for forward thinking SMEs
Authors: Lea Kevin
Published: November 2024

Kevin Lea provides a personal view on what BIM really means to SMEs and explores why 'Internal BIM' is the best place to start for SMEs contemplating a BIM strategy.
Challenges in implementing BIM: Singapore Sports Hub – a case study
Authors: Wash Matthew
Published: November 2024

This paper analyses the current issues surrounding BIM, using the Singapore Sports Hub project as a case study, comparing it with current trends from industry and the literature.
HMYOI Cookham Wood: the first government scheme adoption of BIM Level 2
Authors: Glennon David , Brown Allan
Published: November 2024

In 2012, URS with lead designer HLN Architects was appointed to develop a new housing block and education building at Her Majesty's Young Offender Institution (HMYOI) Cookham Wood in Rochester, Kent. The project comprised the construction of a new L-shaped, three-storey housing block to accommodate 179 young people, including the provision of full disabled-access cells with suitable bathrooms, and a new education building with associated ancillary works. The scope of the project also included new security fencing around exercise yards, access roads and new cross-site services required to supply the additional facilities. Working with HLN Architects, the project was planned so that construction work could be carried out without major impact on the establishment and its normal operating routines, with access available from adjoining roads. The Cookham Wood project was the first of four Ministry of Justice (MoJ) projects in its Level 2 Building Information Modelling (BIM) 'Early Adopter Programme', part of MoJ's strategy for meeting the Government's plan to roll out BIM Level 2 across all public sector projects by 2016. This article describes URS' experience, from high-level thinking about BIM on this pilot scheme, to the realities of delivering full BIM models in a tight (six week) programme.
Predictive Powers of Carbon Emissions and Oil Price on Stock and Foreign Exchange (FX) Markets Using Multivariate Recurrent Neural Networks (RNN) Model
Authors: Bae Junyoung
Published: November 2024

The predictive power of environmental factors such as CO2 levels and Brent oil price was evaluated on the stock market (S&P 500) and foreign exchange (FX) rates for market currency pairs (EUR/USD) and emerging market currency pairs (MXN/USD) with recurrent neural networks (RNN). The S&P 500 is a collection of well-established companies in the United States representing the macroeconomic health of the nation and the global economy. The FX market is a global decentralized over-the-counter (OTC) market used to determine the spot price of currency pairs. A highly leveraged market usually trades within a specific price range. Since stocks and FX pairs are highly correlated to macroeconomic factors, it was hypothesized that environmental factors such as CO2 levels and oil prices also have predictive power due to their close causal relationship with anthropological economic activities. To verify the predictive power, an RNN model was built, and a bi-directional neural network with an internal state was used to process data sequences. The performance of RNN was quantified by measuring the residual prediction from the true value. Although the study at its current state might need further statistical rigor, it concluded that environmental factors increased the predictive power for the S&P 500 while decreasing it for the DM FX pair and the EM FX pair showed mixed results.
Economic Impact of Periphyton-Based Stunted Fingerling Production in Arunachal Pradesh, India
Authors: Misra V.K. , Pathak Mahesh , Tripathi A.N. , Singh Sashank , Singh C.P. , Upadhyay A.D. , Kumar Dinesh
Published: November 2024

Non availability of right type quality seed at right time in required quantity is major bottleneck for the growth of aquaculture in Arunachal and major portion of seed are being import from other nearby state especially Assam in particular.  To make availability of good quality seed at right time having a regional acclimation for a longer duration in far flung areas of the state, the present investigation was conducted on low cost Periphyton (grown on paddy straw) based stunted yearling production technology to improve the survival and health of stocked material and their economic impact on the fish farmers of district West Kameng during 2018-2021. The average values of pond water quality parameters were observed to vary between both the culture ponds with a significant seasonal differences at all the sites and there were found a greater difference in average survival rate of both the commodities i.e. table size fish as well as stunted yearling during whole culture period. The involved cost of cultivation was recorded higher Rs. 4,70,000 / ha in stunted yearling culture in comparison to Rs.424,940/ha in thetable size carp culture while average gross benefit was just opposite, recorded higher Rs. 6,90,000/ ha in stunted yearling culture in comparison to Rs.199,960/ ha in table size carp culture with the same trend in BCR i.e. 2.46 for stunted fingerling production and 1.47 in the production of table size fishes respectively.
Electron Microscopic Studies of the Adrenal Gland during Seasonal Cycle of Fruit Eating Bat Pteropus Giganteus giganteus
Authors: Papadkar J.N.
Published: November 2024

The fine structure of the adrenal gland is testified in many mammals; whereas, very diminutive information is available on the fine structure of the bat’s adrenal gland. The present work is constrained to the ultrastructural studies of the adrenal gland of Pteropus giganteus giganteus.  The adrenal gland of the male bat has two distinct perceptible zonations viz., cortex and medulla. The cortex is divided into three illustrious zones namely, zona glomerulosa, zona fasciculata and zona reticularis. The differences in the zonation under the electron microscope becomes more acute when the studied bat is sexually active. Histoarchitectural study of the adrenal gland designate prominent structures and striking differences in the adrenocortical zone during the sexually active period than the sexually quiescent period. The zona fasciculata is well developed during the sexually active period than that of the sexually quiescent period. Likewise, zona fasciculata is well developed as compared to zona glomerulosa and zona reticularis of the adrenal cortex in both active and quiescent stages. Light microscopic studies on adrenal gland are confirmed by the ultrastructural studies.
Evaluation of Carrageenan-induced Anti-inflammatory Activity of Ethanolic Leaf Extract of Psychotria bisulcata Wight &Arn. in Wistar Rats
Authors: RP Malini , T Betty , V Vasini , P Sumathi
Published: November 2024

Psychotria bisulcata Wight & Arn. (Rubiaceae) is a shrub widely used in traditional medicine for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, infertility and impotence. The present research work is focused on in vitro and in vivo anti-inflammatory activity in ethanolic leaf extract of P. bisulcata. The ethanol extract was subjected to in vitro anti-inflammatory assays such as hypotonic solution-induced hemolysis, heat-induced hemolysis. The in vitro anti-inflammatory assays revealed that the ethanolic leaf extract of P. bisulcata showed a high level of inhibition in hypotonic solution-induced hemolysis in 250 µg/mL as 55.80±1.91and in heat-induced hemolysis as 62.23±4.23. The in vivo anti-inflammatory activity was assessed using the carrageenan-induced paw edema model, with diclofenac as the standard. When compared to the standard diclofenac, the ethanolic leaf extract of P. bisulcata showed considerable anti-inflammatory efficacy in a dose dependent manner, resulting in the reduction of paw edema volume. The rats treated with ethanolic leaf extract of 500 mg/kg showed better activity. The research discovers that P. bisulcata has substantial anti-inflammatory action, indicating that it has medicinal potential in the treatment of inflammatory ailments.