bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Genetic Diversity and Structure of Dominant Seagrass Species in the Southern Philippines for Conservation and Adaptive Management
Authors: Arriesgado Dan , Kurokochi Hiroyuki , Arriesgado Elgen , Roa Elnor , Gonzales Ruby , Perpetua Aida , Bucay Delyn , Iwakiri Ayuka , Lian Chunlan
Published: July 2023

This study is the first large‐scale genetic population study of the three dominant tropical species of seagrass in the southern Philippines. The aim was to understand the genetic diversity, population structure, and clonality of Enhalus acoroides, Thalassia hemprichii, and Cymodocea rotundata for appropriate ecosystem management and conservation. Population genetics analysis for the 15 sites was performed by using polymorphic microsatellite markers within the regional geographical scale. The results showed that the population genetic parameters across the Mindanao region are low to high. Overall, Clonal richness was highest in E. acoroides, followed by T. hemprichii and C. rotundata, indicating sexual reproduction is prevalent. The largest genet found in the study was at Rizal, Northern Mindanao, wherein throughout the sampling area only one genet was identified. The mean FIS (coefficient of local inbreeding) values were positive (heterozygous deficit) with some sites deviating from Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium. Significant pairwise population genetic differentiation was found among many sites. Isolation by distance (IBD) was detected in T. hemprichii and C. rotundata (P < 0.05) but not in E. acoroides (P = 0.253). IBD is present among populations, maybe influenced by the ocean current system in the southern Philippines, but it has to be confirmed yet in the future study. If the goal is to maintain the genetic connectivity of these ecologically important seagrass species, conservation planning and implementation of marine protection should be considered at the regional scale – following the Mindanao Ocean currents.
Knowledge and Practice on Nutrition Facts Panel among Young Adults Aged 19 to 30 Years Old in the National Capital Region, Philippines
Authors: Lopez Noymee Anne , Bullecer Ernani
Published: July 2023

This study determined the knowledge and practice of young adults aged 19–30 yr old on the nutrition facts panel (NFP) and the association between the two. A self-administered pre-tested online survey was used to gather the data. A total of 406 valid responses were acquired and analyzed. The majority of the respondents have a low level of objective knowledge and have either low or intermediate levels of subjective knowledge. The frequency of correct answers in each objective knowledge question showed that most respondents can interpret certain NFP information when no difficult computation or analysis is required. However, only a few (8.87%) respondents can interpret more technical information such as the recommended daily energy intake. Moreover, it was found that having high (p-value= 0.002; OR:4.84; 95% CI: 1.76–13.33) and intermediate (p-value= 0.004; OR:1.97; 95% CI: 1.25–3.11) objective knowledge were significantly associated with NFP use. Similarly, high (p-value< 0.001; OR: 10.93; 95% CI: 4.32–27.68) and intermediate (p-value< 0.001; OR:3.84; 95% CI: 2.50–5.92) subjective knowledge were significantly associated with NFP use. The results emphasized the improvement of nutrition education and promotion, especially in understanding specific technical information and comparing different NFPs. These interventions should aim at improving the nutrition knowledge of young adults to help them in using the NFP.
Response Surface Methodology and Artificial Neural Network Optimization and Modeling of the Saccharification and Fermentation Conditions of the Polyhydroxybutyrate from Corn Stover
Authors: Tantoco Chester Jules , Requiso Princess , Alfafara Catalino , Capunitan Jewel , Nayve Fidel Rey , Ventura Jey-R
Published: July 2023

In this study, a response surface methodology (RSM) and artificial neural network (ANN) were used for the modeling and optimization of the enzymatic hydrolysis and fermentation conditions of the polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) production from pretreated corn stover. Using three factors in each process, a face-centered central composite Design (FCD) was employed to optimize the reducing sugar yield (RSY), biomass, and PHB production of the saccharification and fermentation, respectively. The optimal conditions (RSY of 0.539 g/g) for enzymatic saccharification were 9.776% w/v solids loading, 83.656 FPU/g enzyme loading, and 18 h saccharification time. It was found that solids loading had the greatest impact on RSY. On the other hand, the optimum fermentation medium conditions were 19.727 g/g C/N ratio, 18.421 g/g C/P ratio, and 9.623 mL of trace elements solution (TES) per liter of fermentation medium, with a maximum PHB concentration of 7.083 g/L. During the fermentation of corn stover hydrolysate medium, the C/N ratio positively affected the growth and the PHB productivity of the microorganism. Moreover, the reliability of the RSM and ANN methods in modeling and predicting the RSY, biomass, and PHB concentrations were compared. The ANN showed higher accuracy compared to the RSM models. This study proved that the microorganism could synthesize PHB under optimal fermentation conditions using the reducing sugars from the enzymatic saccharification of pretreated corn stover.
Distribution and Ecology of Metapocyrtus (Metapocyrtus) ged Cabras & Medina, 2021 in Mindanao, Philippines
Authors: Patano Romeo , Mohagan Alma , Ponce Amy , Guiang Maria Melanie , Malinao Rodceal , Pescuela Gretl Rae , Coritico Fulgent
Published: July 2023

Metapocyrtus (Metapocyrtus) ged Cabras & Medina, 2021 is a Mindanao-endemic species known only in Davao del Sur. Here, we recorded the species first in Bukidnon and the Cotabato region. Moreover, we also provide ecological notes of the species specifically the identities of its food plants, description of its habitat, and potential threats.
Description of a New Subspecies of Cyriotasiastes rhetenor (Newman, 1842) (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae: Lamiinae) from Ilocos Norte Province, Philippines with Notes on the Species Ecology, Behavior, Threats, and Conservation
Authors: Medina Milton Norman , Mapile Decier Oliver , Cabras Analyn , Barsevskis Arvids
Published: July 2023

A new sub-species of Cyriotasiastes rhetenor (Newman, 1842) is described with notes on the ecology, behavior, threats, and conservation of the species provided. This is the fourth subspecies of this monotypic genus in the Philippines.
Adoption and Performance of Direct-seeded Rice (DSR) Technology in the Philippines
Authors: Bautista Aerone Philippe , Mataia Alice , Austria Chona , Tiongco Marites , Laborte Alice
Published: July 2023

Manual transplanting is the traditional rice crop establishment method in the Philippines. Consequently, crop establishment comprises over 25% of the total labor cost that drives up rice production costs in the country. The study, therefore, assessed the socioeconomic effect of direct-seeded rice (DSR) as an alternative to transplanted rice (TPR), determined the trends and patterns of adoption of DSR, examined the economic performance of DSR relative to TPR, and identified the factors that influence DSR adoption. The rice-based farm households survey data from 1996/1997 to 2016/2017 showed that the proportion of DSR farmer-adopters increased from 27% in 1996/1997 to 33–42% in 2016/2017. The adoption of DSR resulted in lower labor use and cost in crop establishment and higher labor productivity. However, lower yield and higher seed and herbicide costs relative to TPR were its major trade-offs. Despite this, the partial budget analysis showed that shifting to DSR posed incremental income, especially in rainfed areas and during the dry season, brought by labor savings that compensated for the higher seed and herbicide cost and yield penalty. Probit regression analysis revealed that area, use of seeds and pesticides, labor use, tenurial status, irrigation, and power cost significantly affected farmer adoption of DSR. Addressing the constraints, especially the yield gap between DSR and TPR, may enhance the adoption of DSR. The study suggests promoting DSR as a viable alternative to TPR in suitable areas through extension services and technology demonstrations; training and encouraging rice farmers to practice efficient weed control techniques including proper water management and land preparation, and to use technologies like drum seeder and similar technologies to save on seeds and labor; and developing rice varieties and technologies ideal for DSR.
Microplastics in Northern Laguna Lake’s Shoreline Sediments
Authors: Manalo Cervinia , Bolante Cherrylene , Hizon-Fradejas Amelia
Published: July 2023

Microplastic pollution, a pervasive problem in the natural environment, is hardly investigated in the largest lake in the Philippines: Laguna de Bay or Laguna Lake. This study was done to determine the microplastic profile (content and type) of the shore sediments taken from northern Laguna Lake and to identify possible sources of the microplastics found. The microplastics from the sediments were extracted and isolated using the chemical oxidation and density floatation method. To identify the possible microplastic source, a comparison of Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectra of the microplastics extracted with sample plastic materials found on the sites was done. Results showed that during the dry season, the mean microplastic contents of Binangonan, Tanay, and Angono sediments were 1524.42 ± 1593.45, 815.41 ± 593.64, and 295.51 ± 140.16 microplastics per kg sediment, respectively. During the wet season, the mean microplastic contents of the sediments in Binangonan, Tanay, and Angono were 1826.05 ± 614.19, 1250.73 ± 220.03, and 353.82 ± 173.07 microplastics per kg sediment, respectively. The variations observed with season might be associated with tidal and current effects on the shoreline sediments and not due to changes from the dry to the wet season. FTIR analysis of microplastic type showed that prominently occurring microplastics in the three towns varied depending on the materials associated with human activities such as fish farming (aquaculture), clothing materials, and plastic packaging. The results of this study show significant implications on the effect of anthropogenic activities on the type and abundance of microplastics found in the environment, and knowledge of the microplastic profile in Laguna Lake could help not only in its clean-up but also in the proper disposal of plastics in the area to prevent its presence in the natural environment.
Boar Sperm Viability, Head Morphometry, and Kinematics during Seven-day Storage in Improvised Portable Semen Shipper
Authors: Peña Santiago
Published: July 2023

Artificial insemination (AI) is pivotal in sustaining pig reproduction both in backyard and commercial production systems. With AI, boar-for-hire service boars – which are quite popular in backyard pig farming in the Philippines – do not have to be transported over long distances, thus improving efficiency, biosecurity, and productivity. One crucial aspect of a successful distance AI operation is ensuring the timely availability of fresh extended boar semen doses stored in appropriate semen cool boxes (15–18 °C) to avoid irreversible damage due to cold shock. This study was conducted to objectively determine the viability, head morphometry, and kinematic performance of boar spermatozoa during storage in [a] an improvised portable semen shipper (sSHPR) as compared to [b] standard semen refrigerator (sREF) using various extenders at different storage times. Boar semen (n = 9) was processed into 80-mL dose (~ 37.5 x 106 spz/mL) using four different extenders: T0 = 0.9% NaCl solution, T1A = mid-term extender A, T1B = mid- term extender B, and T2 = long-term extender, and semen quality was monitored at different intervals for up to seven days using the Sperm Class Analyzer® CASA system. Using mixed factor ANOVA, boar sperm performance generally remained relatively similar between the sREF and sSHPR (p > 0.05). Prolonged storage times, however, had a significant effect – particularly toward Days 5 and 7, depending on the extender used. Boar sperm in commercial extenders recorded an average of 78.45 ± 2.23% and 82.85 ± 11.39% total motility for sSHPR and sREF on Day 5, respectively. Velocity parameters (VCL, VSL, VAP) and head width also changed over time. The potential to safely store and preserve extended boar semen using an improvised portable semen shipper described in this study provides an opportunity to further explore this device as an affordable alternative storage system for extended boar semen for research or AI purposes.
Bioaccumulation and Potential Human Health Risks of Heavy Metals in the Muscles of Tank Goby (Glossogobius giuris) in Lake Mainit, Philippines
Authors: Agtong Rhenzlyn Joy , Laudiño Francis Alizha , Elvira Marlon , Fukuyama Mayuko , Jumawan Joycelyn
Published: July 2023

Lake Mainit is the deepest lake in the Philippines with significant economic and ecological importance supporting a wide range of the population. The lake is continuously exposed to various anthropogenic activities exacerbating water pollution and affecting environmental quality. In this study, heavy metal concentrations in the muscles of Glossogobius giuris from the lake were assessed using quadruple-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (Q-ICP-MS). The potential health risk through consumption of this fish was measured following these parameters: estimated daily intake (EDI), target hazard quotient (THQ), hazard index (HI), and target cancer risk (TCR). Results show that heavy metal concentrations in the muscles of G. giuris are in this order: Cd (not detected) < Pb (0.05) < As (0.17) < Ni (0.35) < Cu (0.99) < Cr (1.43) < Zn (50.12). The consumption rate of G. giuris was moderate in Dinarawan (average of 164.44 g/person/d) and the lowest in Kalinawan (average of 45.67 g/person/d). Overall results of EDI revealed that metals in the muscles of G. giuris are beyond the standard reference dose (RfD) except for Cd. The health-risk values of THQ determined that consumers in all stations are at risk from Cr and As, which appeared to be > 1. Furthermore, HI values from all stations are significantly greater than 1. The TCR results presented for Pb are within the acceptable range of carcinogenicity but exceeded for Cr, Ni, and As and may potentially result in carcinogenic risks to local consumers. It is recommended that heavy metal pollution in aquatic fauna, particularly in capturing economically important fisheries, should be regularly monitored to assess the safety of consumption since significant heavy metal bioaccumulation in G. giuris was positively detected above the permissible limits.
Effect of Processing on the Antinutrient and Protein Contents of Cassava Leaves from Selected Varieties
Authors: Tambalo Fides Marciana , Capuno Rosa Buena , Estrellana Cyrene , Garcia Jayson , Arcillas Lizette Sahar
Published: July 2023

Cassava leaves, which are usually disregarded in the cassava industry, contain high levels of protein and nutrients. However, their use is limited by toxic cyanogens and antinutritional tannins. In the Philippines, cassava farmers have limited knowledge of the nutritional quality of the leaves. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate various processing techniques to address the safety of cassava leaves intended for human and animal consumption. The three local varieties studied were Binulak, Lakan 1, and Sultan 6. Preliminary analysis of leaves based on position determined that any leaf group could be processed since the hydrogen cyanide (HCN), tannic acid, and protein contents were not significantly different. Whole cassava leaves were subjected to processing, which resulted in lowering of total HCN (in % mean reduction): oven-drying (55.99%) > juicing (50.79%) > boiling (32.01%) > pounding (25.15%). Similarly, tannic acid was reduced by oven-drying (76.32%), juicing (69.94%), and boiling (3.89%) except by pounding. However, the amount of protein content was reduced by oven-drying (24.45%), boiling (21.13%), juicing (17.17%), and pounding (7.58%). A combination of leaf shredding and oven-drying resulted in a reduction of HCN to safe levels except for Sultan 6. Tannic acid was also reduced significantly while the change in protein content is not statistically significant. The results of the study can pave the way for the safe utilization of cassava leaves as an alternative protein and nutrient source for humans and animals.
Helicia danlagunzadii (Proteaceae), a New Species from the Mt. Mantalingahan Protected Landscape, Palawan, Philippines
Authors: Malabrigo Pastor , Umali Arthur Glenn , Eduarte Gerald , Navidad John Ryan , Tobias Adriane
Published: July 2023

A new species, Helicia danlagunzadii, from the mossy forest of the Mt. Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (MMPL) in southern Palawan, Philippines is described and illustrated. The new species is distinct from the other known species of Helicia in the Philippines because of its ramiflorous flowering, very short inflorescences (less than 4 cm), and yellow color. Helicia danlagunzadii is the sixth species of the genus recorded in the Philippines. Following the assessment criteria of IUCN, the species is assessed as Critically Endangered.
Nickel Electrodeposition Using Deep Eutectic Solvent-based Electrolyte
Authors: dela Peña Eden May
Published: July 2023

While nickel (Ni) electroplating has been successfully performed using ionic liquids in the past, few studies have reported on the trench-filling characteristics of this process useful for electroforming Ni. This study aimed to deposit and characterize the electrodeposited nickel using an ethaline-based nickel-plating bath with and without ethylenediamine (en). The conductivity of the plating bath was improved, while viscosity was slightly reduced upon the addition of en. Cyclic and linear sweep voltammetry revealed that en acted as a suppressor, significantly reducing the bath’s plating rate. The Hull cell was used to determine the optimum operating current density for each bath. The additive-bearing bath produced more compact deposits, better deposit grain morphology, and improved trench-filling (> 95% filling) characteristics compared to its additive-free counterpart. The enhanced super-filling characteristics may be explained by the differential acceleration curvature-enhanced accumulation acceleration (CEAC) model. SEM analysis showed that the deposits possessed a particulate or nodular structure, whereas EDS confirmed the presence of Ni in the deposit. The Ni deposited using the bath without additives had larger particulate grains than those using the additive-bearing bath. Higher Ni amounts were obtained in the additive-laden bath. The use of additives is a promising approach for improving the super-filling characteristics of ionic liquid plating baths.
Fern Species Diversity along Selected Roadside Vegetation of Macalelon and Infanta, Quezon Province, Philippines
Authors: Perida John Benedick , Peñaverde Hazel Ann , de Villa Kristiane , Barrera Wilfredo
Published: July 2023

Limited information is known about fern diversity and ecology in roadside vegetation because fern studies are mostly conducted in montane ecosystems. This study aimed to report the diversity and distribution of fern species in the roadside vegetation of Quezon Province, Philippines. We established sampling plots along selected roadside vegetation of Macalelon and Infanta and surveyed the fern communities. The ecological factors were measured in situ while the edaphic factors were analyzed ex situ for physicochemical parameters. We identified a total of 15 species belonging to seven families and 12 genera. Both study sites have low fern diversity and evenness. The most common species in Macalelon was Nephrolepis hirsutula (G.Forst.) C.Presl., whereas Sphaerostephanos hirsutus (Kunze ex Mett.) Holttum was in Infanta. Two species, Lygodium circinnatum (Burm.fil.) Sw. and Pteris vittata L. were classified as least concern (LC), and one species, Phymatosorus scolopendria (Burm.f.) Pic.Serm. was classified as vulnerable (VU). Canonical correspondence analysis revealed that fern distribution in Macalelon was highly influenced by relative humidity, elevation, soil temperature, and air temperature, whereas it was by soil pH, slope, soil organic matter, soil moisture content, and elevation in Infanta. The fern species thriving in the roadside vegetation of the localities are adaptive to disturbance and changes in ecological and edaphic factors, which highlights their importance as potential bioindicators.
Influence of Seeding Rate and Flooding Period on Growth of Lowland Ecotype Cyperus rotundus L. and Yield of Wet Direct-seeded Rice under Dual Culture
Authors: Donayre Dindo King , Jimenez Jessica Joyce , Pascua Henesie , Martin Edwin
Published: July 2023

A higher seeding rate and water management through flooding are proven effective against many weeds of wet direct-seeded rice. However, the efficacies of these techniques against the lowland ecotype Cyperus rotundus are not yet known. Two experiments were conducted each twice to determine the influence of seeding rate and flooding period on the growth of lowland ecotype C. rotundus and the yield of wet direct-seeded rice under dual culture. The first experiment involved two levels of weed pressure (without and with lowland ecotype C. rotundus) and four seeding rates of wet direct-seeded rice (60, 120, 180, and 240 kg ha–1); the second involved three flooding periods (7, 14, and 21 DAS) including the full saturated condition. The shoot biomass of the weed was heaviest at 60 kg ha–1; reduced by 10, 20, and 41% at 120, 180, and 240 kg ha–1. It only weighted 8% when flooding was applied at 7 DAS; 23 and 31% at 14 and 21 DAS, respectively. The grain yield of wet direct-seeded rice was not different at four seeding rates nor various flooding periods. Despite that, the grain yield was higher by 66% when flooding was done at 7 DAS; 39 and 40% at 14 and 21 DAS, respectively. The findings of this study demonstrated that using a higher seeding rate and early flooding had negative influences on the growth of lowland ecotype C. rotundus but not on the yield of wet direct-seeded rice.
First Record of Ophiophagy in Philippine Groundsnake Stegonotus muelleri on the Non-banded Philippine Burrowing Snake Oxyrhabdium modestum
Authors: Magdua Alven , Sanguila Marites
Published: July 2023

The Philippine groundsnake Stegonotus muelleri is a non-venomous colubrid widely distributed in the Mindanao Pleistocene Aggregate Island Complex. Despite the species’ regular sightings and occurrence in field surveys, sparse is known about its natural history, including its dietary habits. Although ophiophagy is frequent among elapids, Stegonotus muelleri has not been specifically reported to consume snakes. We provide the first account of ophiophagy in a colubrid snake, Stegonotus muelleri, on a lamphrophiid snake, Oxyrhabdium modestum, providing a glimpse into the species trophic role as a snake-eating predator, and suspected post- feeding behavior (limited mobility and aboveground perching spot) – essential information that augments the gaps in our understanding of the species’ natural history.
Wild Kappaphycus cf. striatus Growing in a Mangrove Stand in Siasi, Sulu, Philippines
Authors: Galera Jesse Jan , Turong Jimal , Bara Aldimar , Serag-Endonila Karen Joy , Halun Sitti Zayda
Published: July 2023

We report the presence of Kappaphycus cf. striatus growing in a mangrove stand in Buan, Siasi, Philippines. These plants might have originated from the wild or nearby extensive seaweed farming areas. This is the first account of wild Kappaphycus growing in a mangrove habitat and exhibiting adaptive strategies to avoid desiccation stress. These seaweeds formed scars on their thalli tips and displayed a dense morphology to reduce the surface area exposed to air. This report provides new insights into the capacity of Kappaphycus to adapt to adverse environmental conditions which could improve their chances of survival in a changing climate but could also pose a threat to other ecosystems and natural biota.
Suitability of Sugarcane Extract as a Local Extender and the Use of Either DMSO or Glycerol as Cryoprotectant for the Cryopreservation of the Banaba Native Breed Chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) Semen
Authors: Salifu Abdul-Rahaman , Bautista Jose , Rayos Antonio , Dizon Josefina , Sangel Percival
Published: July 2023

The experiment was designed to test the suitability of sugarcane extract (SE) as a local extender for the cryopreservation of the Banaba native chicken semen by comparing the effects of different cryoprotective agent concentrations [i.e. glycerol and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)] and thawing temperatures on the post-thaw semen quality. Twelve (12) 29-month-old Banaba native roosters served as semen donors. Only samples that passed the preliminary semen quality assessment of > 70% motility and morphology were further processed and analyzed using a computer- assisted semen analyzer (CASA). Pooled ejaculate samples were cryopreserved with SE extender containing 3, 5, 7, or 9% (T3%, T5%, T7%, and T9%) glycerol or DMSO concentration levels. The results showed that the inclusion level of cryoprotectants and thawing temperatures have no significant effect on the percent motile sperm, percent progressive sperm, percent normal morphology, and percent viability. The type of cryoprotectant used in cryopreservation of the semen had a significant effect on all the semen quality parameters. Semen cryopreserved with glycerol had significantly higher values compared to DMSO in all semen quality variables.
New Distribution and Rare Records of Microalgae from Aquatic Microcosms of Guzmania lingulata (L.) Mez (Bromeliaceae)
Authors: Arguelles Eldrin
Published: July 2023

The aquatic microcosm of bromeliads provides a unique ecological niche that supports the occurrence of a rare and diverse collection of microalgal species. Taxonomic keys, photomicrographs, and morphological descriptions were used to identify each of the microalgal species. A total of 18 microalgal species were identified from aquatic microcosms of Guzmania lingulata in the gardens of florist wholesalers in Laguna, Philippines. Of these taxa, four species were identified both for Chlorophyceae and Bacillariophyceae, three species for Zygnematophyceae, two species each for Euglenophyceae, Trebouxiophyceae, and Cyanophyceae, and one species for Ulvophyceae. The survey reports an additional nine species (Lepocinclis marssonii, Lepocinclis fusiformis, Encyonema minutum, Volvox aureus, Lacunastrum gracillimum, Crucigeniella crucifera, Acutodesmus dimorphus, Cosmarium garrolense, and Cladophora sp.) as new records of phytotelm microalgae in the global inventory list and 11 new taxa as additional records of microalgae in aquatic microcosms found in Asia. Also, the existence of three rare microalgae, Lepocinclis marssonii Lemmermann, Crucigeniella crucifera (Wolle) Komárek, and Cosmarium garrolense J. Roy & Bisset are taxonomically described as new records in the Philippines. The floristic survey provided new distributional and taxonomic records of microalgae found in aquatic microcosms of Guzmania lingulata in the Philippines.
Relationship of Social Support with Life Satisfaction: Mediating Role of Career Adoptability
Authors: Arshad Usman , Zaman Hafiz Muhammad Fakhar , Watoo Hummayun Raza Shakoor
Published: July 2023

Shortage of nurses have been a problem for a long time, and they will only get worse as people live longer and more individuals are diagnosed with chronic diseases in many nations (Lu, Zhao, and While 2019; Ravari et al. 2012; Spector, Zhou, and Che 2014). Nurses' life satisfaction and career success are a global concern due to the possible impact on patient care quality and safety, as well as low job satisfaction being a contributing reason in nurses quitting their current jobs and profession (Spence Laschinger et al. 2009). Previous research has shown that stressful routines and frequent interactions with stressful events lead to lower life satisfaction, particularly in nurses who lack of emotional intelligence and  spiritual wellbeing.
Relationship of Organizational Justice, Performance Appraisal with Employee Work Performance & Organizational Commitment: Evidence from Microfinance Banks
Authors: Ali Mashooque , Sami Iqra , Ghoto Meer Hassan
Published: July 2023

The main purpose of this research was to analyze the relationship of organizational justice performance appraisal with affective commitment and work performance. Employees of microfinance banks in the Sukkur, Sindh region were recruited for this study because they were thought to have highly developed and transparent appraisal systems and to give a recent setting in which to evaluate the influence of organizational justice conflict. A structured questionnaire was used to investigate the relationship between these variables using correlation analysis. The response of 245 employees was taken with the help of a convenience sampling technique. SPSS-22 was used for analysis. There is a strong positive association between organizational justice and performance appraisal. Moreover, the current study examines that performance appraisal has a weak positive relationship with work performance is low. Similarly, results also confirm that performance appraisal has a positive relationship with affective commitment. The sample size of this study was insufficient to draw firm conclusions. To acquire a more accurate knowledge of the relationship between organizational justice and the performance appraisal system in an organization, future research should be undertaken with a bigger sample size, across other industries and sectors.
Primera descripción de la genitalia del macho de Psorosa lacteomarginata (A. Costa, 1888) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae, Phycitinae)
Authors: Pinzari M.
Published: July 2023

Se describe e ilustra, por primera vez, la genitalia del macho de de Psorosa lacteomarginata (A. Costa, 1888) endémico de Cerdeña (Italia).
Dos nuevas especies de la tribu Rhodometrini Agenjo, 1951 de Sichuan, China (Lepidoptera: Geometridae)
Authors: Cui L. , Xue D. Y. , Jiang N.
Published: July 2023

Se describen dos nuevas especies de la tribu Rhodometrini Agenjo, 1951 de Sichuan, China: Rhodometra rosea Cui, Xue & Jiang, sp. n. y Casilda hemirosea Cui, Xue & Jiang, sp. n. Se proporciona la diagnosis de las nuevas especies; también se presentan ilustraciones de los caracteres externos y de la genitalia de las nuevas especies.
Descripción de dos nuevas especies en el género Pseudococcyx Swatchek, 1958 de España y Turquía (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae, Eucosmini)
Authors: Larsen K.
Published: July 2023

Se describen dos nuevas especies en el género Pseudococcyx Swatchek, 1958. Pseudococcyx friedmariana Larsen, sp. n. y Pseudococcyx oskariana Larsen, sp. n. respectivamente de España y Turquía. Las dos nuevas especies son observadas como especies hermanas, con la distribución occidental y oriental en el área Mediterránea. Ambas especies son fácilmente reconocibles externamente y en la genitalia. Se propone una tentativa sobre la posición sistemática. Se proporcionan fotos de los adultos y genitalia.
Primera cita de Cydalima perspectalis (Walker, 1859) para la isla de São Miguel, Açores (Portugal) (Lepidoptera: Crambidae)
Authors: Vieira V.
Published: July 2023

La polilla del boj Cydalima perspectalis (Walker, 1859) se cita por primera vez para la isla de São Miguel, archipiélago de las Azores. Es una especie invasora en el este de Asia que está causando graves daños en distintas plantas ornamentales del género Buxus L. en Europa. Además, se presentan algunas notas acerca de la distribución global y ecología de la especie.
Vadimas Volkova, gen. n., un nuevo género de Megalopygidae (Insecta: Lepidoptera)
Authors: Volkova Ju. S.
Published: July 2023

Se describe un nuevo género Neotropical de Megalopygidae, Vadimas Volkova, gen. n. Se incluyen dos nuevas especies tipo descritas: Vadimaszolotuhini Volkova, sp. n. (Ecuador) y V. radogastVolkovas, sp. n. (Colombia). Se dan la diagnosis del género y una lista de autapomorfías.
Evolución molecular de la posición filogenética de Loxostege ayhanana Kemal & Koçak, 2017 del este de Turquía (Lepidoptera: Crambidae, Pyraustinae)
Authors: Kizildag S.
Published: July 2023

Pocos los estudios moleculares sobre la filogenia de Loxostege Hübner, [1825] han sido realizados porque los datos moleculares de este grupo altamente confusos son sumamente escasos. En el estudio actual, el gen mitocondrial citocromo oxidasa I (COI) de Loxostege ayhanana Kemal & Koçak, 2017 fue ordenado en serie, en primer lugar, del este de Turquía. El árbol filogenético construido usando el método “neighbor-joining” asociando la probabilidad máxima y la inferencia Bayesiana, produjeron topologías esencialmente similares. El género Loxostege no describe un clado monofilético cuando lo valoramos dentro de los Pyraustinae. La caracterización molecular y la posición filogenética de L. ayhanana, fue descrita por KEMAL & KOÇAK (2017) como una nueva clase morfológica, en primer lugar, ha sido identificado y sostenido por los análisis de filogenéticos moleculares en el estudio actual.
Los Tineoidea de Marruecos (Lepidoptera: Meessiidae, Tineidae)
Authors: Gaedike R.
Published: July 2023

Como resultado del estudio de Tineoidea colectados en Marruecos, fue possible establecer la presencia de 72 especies (9 Meessiidae y 63 Tineidae). Se describe una especie como nueva Anomalotinea tabelli Gaedike, sp. n.
Notas taxonómicas sobre Microlepidoptera de Portugal II. Cochylimorpha punctiferana (Ragonot, 1881) stat. rev., una especie descuidada (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae)
Authors: Corley M. F. V. , Ferreira S.
Published: July 2023

El endemismo portugués Cochylimorpha punctiferana (Ragonot, 1881) es sacado de la sinonímia con C. discopunctana (Eversmann, 1844) con base a las diferencias tanto en la genitalia femenina, como en el código de barras ADN. Se designa un neotipo.
Registros de las especies de Dodia Dyar, 1901 en el Altái ruso (Lepidoptera: Erebidae, Arctiinae)
Authors: Sumpich J. , Dvorak M. , Pikner M. , Kadlec T.
Published: July 2023

Se dan registros faunísticos de las especies de Dodia Dyar, 1901 recogidas en el Macizo de Altai (Rusia) en los años 2015-2019. Para este territorio, se registra por primera vez, la rara especie Dodia albertae Dyar, 1901.
Mesophleps ochracella (Turati, 1926), nueva para Italia (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae)
Authors: Pinzari M. , Pinzari M.
Published: July 2023

Mesophleps ochracella (Turati, 1926), una interesante especie, fue encontrada por primera vez en Basilicata, Italia.
Türkiye’de Kadınların Kayıt Dışı İstihdamı Üzerine Kısa Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: TİRYAKİ YENİLMEZ Dilek
Published: July 2023

Çalışanların ilgili kurum ve kuruluşlara bildirilmemesi ya da eksik bildirilmesi olarak bilinen kayıt dışı istihdam, Türkiye’de üzerinde önemle durulan konulardan birisidir ve kayıt dışı istihdamın varlığı bilinen bir gerçektir. Bununla beraber farklı gerekçelerle kayıt dışı istihdam edilen çalışanlar ya da kayıt dışı çalıştıran işverenler, ülke ekonomilerine ve toplumsal yapıya ekonomik ve sosyal yönden zarar verebilmektedirler. Türkiye’de kayıt dışı istihdam oranlarında yıllar itibariyle düşüşler söz konusu olsa da kadınların kayıt dışı istihdam oranının erkeklerden daha yüksek olduğu bilinmektedir. Kadınların kayıt dışı istihdam edilmesinin geri planında birçok neden yatmaktadır. Yoksulluk, işsizlik, kırdan kente göç, cinsiyete dayalı ayrımcılık gibi kadınları kayıt dışı çalışmaya iten nedenler, kadınların kayıt dışı istihdam oranını yükseltmektedir. Nitekim kadınların kayıt dışı istihdam oranlarının azaltılması ve ortadan kaldırılabilmesi için Türkiye’de hukuksal düzenlemelerin yanı sıra çeşitli politika ve projeler uygulanabilmektedir. Bu çalışmada kadınların, kayıt dışı istihdam edilme nedenleri ele alınarak kadınlarda kayıt dışı istihdam oranını azaltılabilmesi için gerçekleştirilen çalışmalara yer verilecektir. Bu çerçevede çalışmanın literatüre katkı sağlayacağı düşünülmektedir
Brain Gym Improves Concentration Learning to Read Children with Special Learning Difficulties
Authors: Shanty Diana , Susetyo Budi , Aprilia Imas Diana
Published: July 2023

Learning concentration is needed to complete school assignments, there are many things to stimulate children's concentration abilities. Therefore, it is necessary to develop programs that are in accordance with the abilities, conditions and learning needs of children, one of which is by practicing brain gymnastics. The purpose of this study was to determine the form of developing a brain gym program to improve the concentration ability to learn to read in children with specific learning difficulties. The method used in this research is a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. Data obtained through observation, interviews, semi-workshops and validation. The results showed that there were some children who had difficulty concentrating on learning to read, therefore the researchers collaborated with the teacher to develop a brain gym program which was then validated in two different schools. Researchers submit recommendations to teachers to implement the brain gym program that has been prepared.
Flash Card to Improve Expressive Language in Children with Mild Intellectual Disabilities
Authors: Ramadhana Rizki , Susetyo Budi , Aprilia Imas Diana
Published: July 2023

The problems of intellectual disability children who experience expressive language difficulties need to get the right solution so that these difficulties can be overcome and get learning services that suit their abilities and needs. Based on these problems the researcher developed Flash Card media which has a very important role to make it easier for children to perceive something. learning to read technical reading is one of them because it is difficult to think abstractly, so the teacher can work around this by using media that is in accordance with the goals and material being taught. The way to overcome these problems is to develop learning media that are suitable for children's abilities. Media is needed to make it easier for intellectual disability children to learn. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach.
Descriptive Study Of Handling Dyslexic Students At Public Elementary School 2, Banyuwangi
Authors: Maria Lilin Andi , Aprilia Imas Diana
Published: July 2023

The aim of this research is to describe how teachers recognize dyslexic children, how they collaborate to develop treatment programs, and their strategies for handling dyslexic children. The research method used is qualitative descriptive, with procedures starting from determining the focus, collecting data, analyzing data using Miles and Huberman's interactive model technique, determining and selecting research attributes, evaluating data validity using triangulation of sources and techniques, and reporting the research results. The findings of the research are as follows: (1) Teachers have been able to identify dyslexic children through the teaching and learning process. (2) Collaboration between schools and parents has been established since the first day of school. (3) Dyslexic children are not given special learning media and methods; instead, they are given additional time to complete their school tasks. Treatment for dyslexic children is not differentiated from regular children generally.
Knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infections among Deaf Teenagers at SLB YRTRW Surakarta
Authors: Huda Zakaria Nuril , Herry Widyastono  , Sri Yamtinah
Published: July 2023

This research is a quantitative study that aims to determine the level of knowledge of teenage deaf students about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). It is a preliminary study that will be followed by a developmental study. The population and sample of this study are 24 teenage deaf students at SLB YRTRW Surakarta, selected using a saturated sampling technique. The data analysis technique used in this research is descriptive statistics. Data collection involves a test to gather information on the knowledge of deaf students about STIs. The results of this study indicate that the majority of the sample were male. Only 6 students or around 17% of the total sample had very good or good knowledge, while 17% had adequate knowledge and 63% had poor knowledge. The number of students with very poor knowledge was only 3% of the total sample.
Analysis of The Needs for Podcasts As Learning Media for Visually Impaired Students
Authors: Setiawati Reni , Gunarhadi Gunarhadi , Andayani Tri Rejeki
Published: July 2023

The formulation of the problem from this research is what is the need for podcasts as a media for learning the visually impaired students? The purpose of this study was to analyze the need for podcasts as learning media for visually impaired students and their benefits for developing podcasts as learning media for visually impaired students. The research method is quantitative and qualitative, namely in the form of a list of tables that are converted into percentages to calculate how many items in a questionnaire to answer a study. While the qualitative is the elaboration of the quantitative data obtained by the researcher. Data collection techniques using questionnaires or questionnaires. The results of the research and discussion data presented can be concluded that the need for podcasts as a learning medium for the blind is indicated by a percentage of 100% meaning that students need learning media that suits their learning style.
Classroom Assessment Practice in Mathematics Subjects for Students with Special Education Needs
Authors: Muslim Muhammad Ashraaf Bin , Yasin Mohd Hanafi Mohd
Published: July 2023

The study aims to identify the practice of Classroom Assessment (PBD) practiced by Special Education teachers, especially Pupils with Special Educational Needs for Learning Problems (MBPK). The researcher used a qualitative method for this study. The study participants consisted of three Special Education teachers who taught Mathematics in Gombak district. They were selected using a purposive sampling method. All study participants were interviewed using a semi-structured instrument adapted from several other studies. The research data collected was analyzed thematically. A total of three themes have been established which are drilling methods, role playing and small games. The findings of the study show that all three teachers use written exercises in the form of handing out worksheets at the end of each teaching and learning session. While for the small game method, the research findings show that only two teachers apply this method. As for the role playing method, only one out of three teachers uses this method. Overall, it can be concluded that the study participants have used various methods when performing classroom assessment. Therefore, special education teachers need to equip themselves with a variety of knowledge and skills in carrying out classroom assessments so that MBPK can assess their true level of intelligence.
Challenges Students with Special Education in the Implementation of Teaching and Facilitation of Mathematics
Authors: Azmi Nur Liyana , Tahar Mohd. Mokhtar
Published: July 2023

Students with special needs often associated with learning difficulties in subject of mathematics. Hence, this study aims to identify the challenges that arise in the implementation of teaching and facilitation of Mathematics for students with special educational needs in the Integrated Special Education Program. This concept paper is based on research in the library, which is through the collection of related information and materials to identify challenges that affect the implementation and facilitation in Mathematics as to increase the interest and performance of students with special needs towards Mathematics subjects. This concept paper is expected to help special education teachers in their efforts to diversify teaching methods that are capable of overcoming the challenges that arise in the implementation and facilitation in Mathematics subjects .The challenges which arise are regards to the special education teacher's delivery techniques, special need students factor itself which limits the learning of Mathematics to only take place in schools, the less attractive approaches and teaching method factor, and the limited use of teaching aids. Suggested implementation to increase special need students interest and performance in Mathematics subjects are the implementation of simulation, the implementation of pretend play, the implementation of student-centered teaching method, and the implementation of 21st Century Learning (PAK21).
Accommodation and Modification in the Individual Education Plan of Secondary Schools in Selangor, Malaysia
Authors: Ibrahim Zuraidah Binti , Toran Hasnah Binti
Published: July 2023

The Individual Education Plan (IEP) is a written document designed for each Student with Special Education Needs (SEN) in channeling special education services that suit their level of ability. Integrated Special Education Teachers play an important role in planning appropriate special education services for MBPK through the writing of quality IEPs based on the content of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This study was conducted to examine the level of knowledge of Integrated Special Education Teachers in developing a quality IEP based on 2 main components, namely 1) information about MBPK and 2) accommodation and modifications for Student with SEN. The design of this study is a quantitative study in which the study sample consists of 112 Integrated Special Education Teachers in the category of secondary school learning problems who teach in 14 schools in Hulu Langat district, Selangor. The Q-IEP instrument, which is a questionnaire with a 3-point Likert scale for 3 sections with 20 closed-ended question items, has been descriptively analyzed using the software Statistic Package For Social Science (SPSS) version 26. The findings of the study show that the quality of IEP writing is still at a worrying level because The information component about IEP is written incompletely. While the level of knowledge for general pedagogical knowledge is also at a moderate level regarding the accommodation and modification components. Nevertheless, the construction of instruments such as checklists, procedures and IEP production modules as well as training and courses are among the suggestions put forward to help Integrated Special Education Teachers improve their knowledge in IEP.
How do Special Needs Children Learn Arithmetic Operations? Analysis Mathematics Learning Trajectory of Mentally Retarded Students Based on Constructivism Theory
Authors: Fitriya Yeni , Eliasa Eva Imania
Published: July 2023

Mentally retarded students have different learning trajectories for understanding mathematics concepts. This study aims to analyze the learning trajectory of mentally retarded students based on constructivism theory. Through a qualitative approach with the natural observation method. The instruments used in this study were observation sheets, interviews, and documentation. From the three results, the data will be validated through a technical triangulation process to obtain research findings. This study involved three students from the 6th grade with mental retardation who obtained some learning trajectories in the multiplication operation. The first learning trajectory is carried out through the process of repeated addition according to the number being multiplied, even though conceptually it is incorrect. Second, use the stake (turus system) to write down the unit place, and last, use the stake (turus system) to write down the value of the whole number. In constructivism, mentally retarded students can build their own ideas to solve multiplication operations according to their own learning trajectories. The results of this study can be implicated in the learning process and as a hypothetical learning trajectory for mentally retarded students.