bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Extracción de nutrientes del mango cv. Tommy Atkins en suelos Entisoles e Inceptisoles del departamento del Tolima, Colombia.
Authors: Yacomelo Hernández Marlon José , Abaunza González Carlos Alberto , Polanco Diaz Eliseo , Arenas-Rubio Isueh , Correa Álvarez Ender Manuel , Jaramillo Bonilla Sair
Published: May 2022

El mango cv. Tommy Atkins es cultivado en el departamento del Tolima, principalmente, lugar donde expresa su mejor comportamiento agronómico y calidad de la fruta. El objetivo fue evaluar el estado nutricional de las plantas y cuantificar la extracción de nutrientes por la fruta de mango Tommy Atkins en función del orden de suelo donde se cultiva. Las concentraciones de cada nutriente variaron entre fases muestreadas y de órgano (hojas, flor y fruto) en función del orden del suelo donde es cultivado (Entisol e Inceptisol). La mayor extracción por cada mil kilogramos cosechado de fruta fue de Potasio (K) seguido de Nitrógeno (N) en los seis muestreos evaluados independientemente del orden de suelo (K, Entisol, E2=2,39 kg t-1, E3=2,07 kg t-1 y E4=2,00 kg t-1; Inceptisol E2=2,58 kg t-1, E3=2,40 kg t-1 y E4=2,05 kg t-1; N, Entisol, E2=1,56 kg t-1, E3=1,65 kg t-1, E4=1,46 kg t-1  e Inceptisol E2=1,52 kg t-1, E3=1,01 kg t-1  y E4=1,69 kg t-1). La extracción total de nutrientes por el mango cv. Tommy Atkins, por cada mil kilogramos cosechados fue cercana a 4,3 kg de nutrientes en suelos de orden Entisol y 4,5 kg de nutrientes en suelos de orden Inceptisol, siendo el orden de extracción K>N>P>Ca>Mg>S en suelos Entisol y K>N>Ca>P>Mg>S en suelos Inceptisol.
In Silico Comparative Analysis of the Functional, Structural, and Evolutionary Properties of SARS-CoV-2 Variant Spike Proteins
Authors: Math Renukaradhya K , Mudennavar Nayana , Javaregowda Palaksha Kanive , Savanur Ambuja
Published: May 2022

Background

A recent global outbreak of COVID-19 caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) created a pandemic and emerged as a potential threat to humanity. The analysis of virus genetic composition has revealed that the spike protein, one of the major structural proteins, facilitates the entry of the virus to host cells.

Objective

The spike protein has become the main target for prophylactics and therapeutics studies. Here, we compared the spike proteins of SARS-CoV-2 variants using bioinformatics tools.

Methods

The spike protein sequences of wild-type SARS-CoV-2 and its 6 variants—D614G, alpha (B.1.1.7), beta (B.1.351), delta (B.1.617.2), gamma (P.1), and omicron (B.1.1.529)—were retrieved from the NCBI database. The ClustalX program was used to sequence multiple alignment and perform mutational analysis. Several online bioinformatics tools were used to predict the physiological, immunological, and structural features of the spike proteins of SARS-CoV-2 variants. A phylogenetic tree was constructed using CLC software. Statistical analysis of the data was done using jamovi 2 software.

Results

Multiple sequence analysis revealed that the P681R mutation in the delta variant, which changed an amino acid from histidine (H) to arginine (R), made the protein more alkaline due to arginine’s high pKa value (12.5) compared to histidine’s (6.0). Physicochemical properties revealed the relatively higher isoelectric point (7.34) and aliphatic index (84.65) of the delta variant compared to other variants. Statistical analysis of the isoelectric point, antigenicity, and immunogenicity of all the variants revealed significant correlation, with P values ranging from <.007 to .04. The generation of a 2D gel map showed the separation of the delta spike protein from a grouping of the other variants. The phylogenetic tree of the spike proteins showed that the delta variant was close to and a mix of the Rousettus bat coronavirus and MERS-CoV.

Conclusions

The comparative analysis of SARS-CoV-2 variants revealed that the delta variant is more aliphatic in nature, which provides more stability to it and subsequently influences virus behavior.
Дистанційний навчальний процес в умовах пандемії
Authors: Bodnya A.I.
Published: May 2022

В умовах пандемії вкрай важливо знати і розуміти точку зору студентів з питань дистанційного навчального процесу, проблеми, з якими вони стикаються, та враховувати їх пропозиції щодо покращення якості надання освітніх послуг. Мета: проаналізувати анонімне анкетування здобувачів вищої освіти та вивчити об’єктивне ставлення суб’єктів навчання до шляхів оптимізації дистанційної форми навчання і адаптації її в умовах пандемії. Матеріали та методи. На кафедрі травматології та ортопедії проведене рандомізоване дослідження серед студентів 5-го курсу медичних факультетів. В опитуванні взяли участь 85 студентів. Анкета містила запитання щодо предмету дискусії про ефективність дистанційного навчання під час карантину, пов’язану з рівнем і організацією дистанційного навчання вдома, наявність своєрідних переваг та недоліків, складнощів, що виникають у процесі вивчення дисциплін, та пропозиції щодо удосконалення заочного навчання. Результати. Після проведеного анкетування аналіз відповідей опитаних студентів засвідчив серед переваг дистанційної форми додатковий стимул до самоорганізації та високу мотивацію у здобутті знань (37,9 %), збільшення часу, вільного від занять (12,6 %), та матеріальну економію (4,3 %) через відсутність транспортних витрат для прибуття до клінічної бази. Складнощі при вивченні дисциплін у студентів (41,3 %) були пов’язані з недостатніми знаннями анатомії людини. Серед недоліків дистанційної форми навчання (59,8 %) респонденти вбачають брак спілкування з одногрупниками, відсутність безпосереднього контакту із хворими та надмірність навантаження (17,6 %). Висновки. Дистанційна форма навчання отримала схвальну оцінку. Деяка частина респондентів свідомо поклала відповідальність за труднощі дистанційного навчання на себе, вказавши на особисте недосконале прагнення у здобутті знань та досягненні результатів власної професійної підготовки. Кількісний розподіл отриманих відповідей (36,8 %) свідчить про необхідність удосконалення вже існуючих способів та постійного пошуку інноваційних форм роботи зі студентами для викладання навчальних дисциплін на кафедрі травматології та ортопедії в умовах пандемії.
Контрактури суглобів: етіологія, патанатомія, основні підходи до профілактики та лікування
Authors: Karpinskaya O.D. , Ayham Khasawneh , Ivanov G.V.
Published: May 2022

Контрактури — це втрата рухомості суглобів, що викликана структурними змінами некісткової тканини — м’язів, зв’язок та сухожиль. Вони розвиваються, коли ці зазвичай еластичні тканини замінюються нееластичними. Все це призводить до вкорочення та твердіння цих тканин та викликає жорсткість, деформацію суглобів та втрату їх рухомості, іноді повну. Робота присвячена загальному огляду етіології та епідеміології контрактур великих суглобів. Розглядаються фактори ризику формування контрактур та заходи запобігання їм, а також методи лікування контрактур на різних етапах їх розвитку. Наведено протокол обстеження пацієнтів із контрактурами, вказані основні моменти при досліджені, на які треба звернути увагу, а також можливі методи дослідження, що включають не тільки огляд хворих, але й візуальні (магнітно-резонансна томографія, ультразвукова діагностика) та біомеханічні методи з визначення пасивного та активного обсягу рухів та сили м’язів контралатеральних суглобів. Надані основні ознаки м’язових та спастичних (нервово-м’язових) контрактур та підходи до їх лікування. Коротко описані консервативні фізіотерапевтичні методи лікування, що в основному полягають у пасивному розтягуванні контрактованого суглоба, та показання до хірургічних методів лікування. Наведені показання щодо застосування ін’єкцій колагенази.
The Political Economy of Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado Insurgency and its Impact on Southern Africa’s Regional Security
Authors: Tinashe Sithole
Published: May 2022

This article investigates the political economy of Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado insurgency and its implications on the regional security of the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The conflict in Cabo Delgado has drawn attention to the SADC’s vulnerability to conflict, specifically with respect to Islamic extremism. Southern Africa has enjoyed relative peace in comparison to other regions on the continent, but studies on intrastate conflicts have indicated that conflict is likely to spill over into neighboring countries. Secondary data was used to analyze how natural resource governance practices have contributed to intrastate conflicts and how this has driven Islamic extremism and insurgent behavior in Mozambique. This study argues that the SADC must actively intervene by providing humanitarian and military assistance through training and deployment of military personnel to restore peace and security in Mozambique, and that the consequences of inaction have escalated the conflict, as illustrated by the humanitarian crisis. Unless the SADC deploys military personnel and training, there remains a risk of conflict spreading to vulnerable neighboring countries, consequently destabilizing the region.
Impact of Using Internet during Covid-19 Lockdown on University Students: A Study of Bangladesh Perspectives
Authors: Rahman Md. Mizanoor , Sabur Md. Abdus , Huda Md. Nazmul , Rahman Taushif
Published: May 2022

Introduction: Government of Bangladesh declared lock down several times in the educational institutions for the purpose of retains the rapid speed of COVID-19. During the lockdown period students stayed in home and totally depended on internet for spending times, contract friends, attained in online classes etc. The purpose of the study is to measure the impact of long- time internet usage that brought various complications among the students in their physical and mental health during COVID-19 lockdown period. Methods: A structured online based questionnaire link was sent using Google forms and distributed to students via what’s app and Facebook Messenger and 360 respondents were filled up the questionnaire in the period of June 2021-August 2021 COVID-19. The distribution of respondent demographic variables was investigated using descriptive statistical methods; Pearson’s chi-square tests have been applied. Result: About 40.8% of students’ perception was that COVID-19 lockdown had changed their internet usage habits a little more than the normal time. The measures of the duration of time of internet usages there was a significant change. The respondents usage increased rapidly on 5-6 hours (42.05%) and 10 hours + (32.8%) whereas it was 30.3 % and only 6.9% respectively in before the lock down. The usages of internet hampered the students in their studies, night’s sleep, food habits, loneliness, frustration and depression during the lock down situation. Conclusion: The concern authority should take necessary steps to reduce the habit of internet usage the COVID-19 situation and motivate the students for concentrating on their studies and minimize the excessive use of the internet.
Role of Asia-Pacific Regions in Partnering UN SDGs
Authors: Sarangi Dr. U.
Published: May 2022

The research paper identifies broad strategies for accelerating transformative change processes in the form of mission orientation and mobilizing the public and stakeholders, aligning systems, readying institutions and people for change, policy making for managing complexity which are considered to be the building blocks in the Asia Pacific region. The focus of the research study is on the growth, development, economics of peace, role and impact of SDGs on the economies and societies in general including justice, peace building, developing strong institutions and in transforming the region into an international hub to achieve the SDGs and the broader agenda of UN 2030 including the overall development of the Asia-Pacific region in the long run. The paper studies the aspects of the inter-linkages between Governments and other stakeholders to deliver the ‘decade of action towards SDG’, particularly in the aftermath of COVID-19. It is observed that COVID-19 pandemic has created many gaps in social protection systems and wider policies for delivering public goods with devastating effects on the poorest and utmost vulnerable in the Asia-Pacific region. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal Summit held in 2019 had identified six transformative areas to accelerate progress towards the SDGs. In fact, these transformative areas present development challenges that are interlinked, complex and integrate goals and targets across the SDG framework which are strengthening human well-being and capabilities, shifting towards sustainable and just economies, securing the global environmental commons. A proposed action plan with regional interventions in the Asia-Pacific region, alignment with the goals and outcomes of the UNFPA strategic plan 2018-2021 and the Roadmap of PIFS in accelerating the SDGs have been delineated in the study.
Suicidal Behaviour among E-cigarette Users: A Systematic Review of Recent Evidence
Authors: Amin, PhD Samia , Rahman, MPH Ummay Salma , Joshi, PhD Ashish
Published: May 2022

Objectives: Prior evidence reported inconsistently that there is an association between e-cigarette use and suicidal behaviours. The aim of this study was to systematically review the recent literature that explored the association between e-cigarette use and suicidal behaviour such as ideation, planning and attempts. Methods: PubMed and Web of Science databases were searched to include studies between 2017 to 2021. Two reviewers screened all studies and narrative data synthesis was conducted. Results: This review analysed eight cross-sectional studies, which involved a total of 6,84,478 participants where only 4.9% were e-cigarette users (33,714 of 6,84,478). The suicidal ideation/thoughts, planning and attempts were measured among e-cigarette users based on diverse variables such as smoking status, gender, asthmatic, and depressive conditions. Suicidal ideation/thoughts, planning and attempts were higher among male, smoker, asthmatic, and depressive e-cigarette users than lifetime and never e-cigarette users. Conclusions: Public health researchers and policymaker should consider these variables as crucial factors to design any intervention or helpline services to prevent suicidal behaviour among e-cigarette users.
Comparative study of computational methods of structural reliability assessment
Authors: Albuquerque Carla Simone de , Real Mauro de Vasconcellos
Published: May 2022

Safety is an essential requirement of a structural system. Reliability is an additional tool of growing importance in engineering, as it allows us to quantify uncertainties in the design. Thus, reliability assists us in making more suitable decisions regarding the safety of a structure. The present work compares and analyzes structural reliability methods applied to various examples of limit state functions. These methods are essential tools for this analysis because they identify and quantify uncertainties in random variables, allowing the evaluation of the probability of failure of the structure. Structural reliability methods were programmed and simulated in the Python language. The performance of these methods was analyzed through examples of linear, nonlinear, implicit, and explicit limit state functions. The results indicate that the simulation of Monte de Carlo brute force (MCBF) and importance sampling (MCAI) proved to be quite efficient for the examples studied in this work, with values equal to or very close to the reference values from the literature. The First Order and Second Moment Method (FOSM) presented limitations in some examples when the basic random variables do not have a normal distribution and the limit state function is nonlinear. The first-order reliability method (FORM) employs a failure surface linearization, which does not work well for highly nonlinear problems. The second-order reliability method (SORM) has improved the FORM results by including additional information about the curvature of the limit state function.
An Ecocritical Reading of Wole Soyinka’s The Lion and the Jewel
Authors: Krishnakumar Archana
Published: May 2022

Ecocriticism can be defined as a pro-environmental perspective that critically examines the production of nature and the politics that underpin its development. It promotes the idea that how nature is treated and nurtured and how she is becoming a part of current environmental discourses will be mirrored in cultural objects. The schoolteacher Lacunle's aversive attitude about paying the cash meant for the possession of the bride in Soyinka's The Lion, and the Jewel is a reflection of how 'nature' is conceptually assimilated within Western thought; in this context, Sidi, the local girl, is the bride whom Lacunle woos. Sidi can also be seen in contrast to the natural world. Imperialist forces always saw the locals as a part of nature — uneducated and unrefined primal savages who were supposed to be civilized by European norms. Sidi, who was always ready to take pride in her originality, found the same act of shouldering the 'European load' undertaken by Lacunle and his persuasions to conform to the behavioural norms of modernity to be a dreadful thing. In short, the Ecocritical perspective on the play is realized in this article at the levels of Ecofeminism, Deep Ecology, and Eco Spiritualism.
Improving College Assistance with the Help of Richer Human Computer Interaction and Speech Recognition
Authors: Varma Anshu , Upadhye Vishakha , Hulji Sayli , Patankar Dr. Shreya N
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Chat bots are intelligent systems that interpret and react to users questions in their native language. In a conversation, the chat bot reacts in the same way as a human would. It functions as a virtual assistant, and its accuracy is assessed by determining a correlation between user questions and chat bot responses. For a better user experience, the implemented Chat bot has two modes: text mode and audio mode. It provides an interactive approach of answering through voice messages when in audio mode. There is a long line at the inquiry window during the Institute's Academic Admission procedure. Even more challenging is the situation for parents who live in various cities, states, and nations. The purpose of the system is to give students and parents a place to ask questions and get answers using simple English language text messages or audio commands. Instead of queueing at an information desk to ask questions about the admission process students and parents will collaborate with the bot. The proposed application is easily available to students and responds to user any time. Keyword: Chat Bot, College bots, Interactive bots, Dialogue based bots, NLP, Text based bots
Web Portal for Kalchachni
Authors: Magdum Miss. Rutuja Tatyaso , Patil Miss. Kalyani Sadashiv , Khot Miss. Prachi Pundlik , Ghaste Miss. Diksha Suresh , Chakote Prof. Mrunalini. S.
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Over the last three years, the state education department has been conducting ‘Kal chachani’ (aptitude test) with the help of Shyamchi Aai Foundation to help students pick their careers after passing the board exams. Until now, the tests were administered online with schools using their computers for the task. However, from the current academic year schools would use smartphones. After logging into the link-based application with the Unified District Information System for Education number (U-DISE), which is a database of information about schools in India., a list of all the eligible students from the school would appear. Teachers can then administer the test on their phones to students one after the other. Keywords: Data Mining, (U-DISE),
Hotel Menu Ordering
Authors: Shinde Miss. Sakshi , Patil Miss. Shrutika , Chendake Miss. Manasi , Kumbhar Prof. A. S. Salavi -
Published: May 2022

Abstract: The current system is paper based. Papers are used in restaurants for displaying the traditional menu cards, writing down the orders of customers, storing the records of customers. The disadvantages of paper based system are that papers can get easily damaged by stain marks; they can be lost due to fire or accidents or can get lost in general. Hence, time and money is wasted. As traditional menu cards are paper based, any changes that need to be made in the menu will require reprinting of the entire menu card, leading to wastage. For small changes, reprinting the entire menu card is impossible. Changes in the menu card cannot be made dynamically. It is inefficient to access a particular record from the stack of papers. This system is time consuming. One has to call a waiter number of times till he notices it, and wait for him to arrive at their table to take their order. Also the waiter can misinterpret the customer’s order since he is writing the order on paper, and the case of serving a wrong dish is possible. For placing any orders customers have to visit hotels or restaurants to know about food items and then place order and pay. In this method time and manual work is required. While placing an order over the phone, customer lacks the physical copy of the menu item, lack of visual confirmation that the order was placed correctly. Every restaurant needs certain employees to take the order over phone or in person, to offer a rich dining experience and process the payment. In today’s market, labor rates are increasing day by day making it difficult to find employees when needed.
Data Analysis on Covid-19 Vaccination
Authors: Kaushik Bhoomika , . Pragya , . Sadhna , Katiyar Prachi , Mishra Divya
Published: May 2022

Abstract: The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic loss of human life worldwide and presented an unexpected challenge to public health. As of now, vaccination is the only means to slow down the spread of the virus in the community. The main focus is on, the datasets concerning vaccination available on the internet will be collected. These datasets will be cleaned and normalized for data analysis. The motive such as the with the elderly of the model is to provide necessary information regarding vaccination across the globe.
Blockchain-based Secure Healthcare for Cardio Disease Prediction
Authors: Jagtap Ankita , Bebal Arbaaz , Bhatnagar Nomit , Kamthe Pratiksha , Arsalwad Prof. Gajanan
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Heart disease is the commonest explanation for death globally. According to a recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), about 25% of deaths between the ages of 25-69 years cause due to of different heart-related problems. Cardiovascular diseases are the highest increased diseases. The shortage of specialists and high wrongly diagnosed cases have necessitated the necessity to develop a quick and efficient detection system. So weshould always even have jumped on techniques and methods used for alertness and care to avoid the overtime of the people due to the guts attack. By applying machine learningtechniques the prediction of the disease is often done. Blockchain technology has the potential to avoid fraud and data leakage. It can make better coordination between patient and hospital. The proposed system increases data security and removes the cost, time, and resources required to manage the patient's data and results. Keywords Blockchain Healthcare Machine LearningArrhythmia
A Comparative Pharmacognostic Study on the Stem of Gymnema sylvestre (Retz) R. Br.
Authors: Bhalerao Miss. Prajwali D , Vikhe Sunayana R , Aladi Pravin
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Gymnema sylvestre is commonly used in indigenous system of medicine to control diabetes mellitus as well as various other diseases. and is a source of various chemical constituents which are medicinally important. There is much scope to study pharmacognosy of this plant. Pharmacognostic study of stem was performed. For quantitative microscopy of stem authors observed epidermis, endodermis, pith, Xylem, cortex. The Methanolic and petroleum ether extract of studied plant material showed the presence of saponin, proteins, sugars, alkaloids while starch is absent in stem. Phytochemical analysis of plant material showed saponins, proteins, reducing sugars and fats present in all samples. As well as various pharmacological as well as physicochemical tests. In this research article we will study the comparison between different types of extracts and its pharmacognostic parameters of stem of gymnema sylvestre. Keywords: Gymnena Sylvestre, Pharmacognosy, Microscopy, Quantitative Tests, Pharmacognostic study.
Design and Implementation of Juicer Using BLDC Motor
Authors: Mahakalkar Tushar , Uikey Tilak , Hatwar Priya
Published: May 2022

Abstract: In a present scenario, the usage of energy efficient appliances is occupying the market to deal with the problem of increasing energy demand. The mixture with universal motor having commutator brush assembly cause sparking and increase the chances of maintenances results in reduction of lifespan all the above problem can eliminated by use of BLDC motor for Juicer. So the BLDC motor is suitable for mixture grinder because it is capable to give easy speed torque control and it is compact in size. Application of a mixture grinder to the performance and losses analysis of a conventional universal motor and proposed BLDC motor, it has lower power consumption compared to the existing universal motor available. Keywords: BLDC-Brushless DC Motor, Universal Motor, Conventional Mixer, Energy Savings, Fossils Fuels
Experimental Investigation of Tool Life and Surface Roughness during CNC Turning Using Single Point Cutting Tool
Authors: Parmar Rajkumar K. , Darji Dr. Ankit A.
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Turning is one of the most important machining operation in industries. Turning is affected by many factors such as cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut, geometry of cutting tool etc. Input parameters in this project work is cutting speed, feed rate and depth of cut. Output parameters are surface roughness and tool life. The objective of this paper is to evaluate the optimal setting of cutting parameters to have a maximum cutting tool life under wet machining environment. In this investigation HSS cutting tool with carbide insert is used. Mild steel and aluminium are workpiece material. The experiment are conducted under three different spindle speeds ( 600, 800, 1000 ), feed rates are ( 0.1, 0.15, 0.2 ) and depth of cut are ( 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 ). The relationship between cutting parameters and tool life obtained. This paper reviews the machining parameters affecting the performance of turning such as spindle speed, feed rate and depth of cut. Keywords: CNC turning, tool life, surface roughness, carbide insert, cutting Parameters
Analysis of Traffic Volume and Accidents for Rolling Barrier System at NH06 Khamgaon
Authors: Ingole Prof. Ruchira S. , Hage Mr. Pritesh R. , Giri Mr. Sattyam V. , Dhaye Mr. Manish G. , Kalamkar Mr. Vivek , Shinde Mr. Nikhil , Tumbade Miss. Bahgyashree
Published: May 2022

Abstract: The government is always looking at the latest technology that can ensure safety of road users, as outlined in the construction industry transformation plan. A small Korean manufacturing company invented a new concept longitudinal barrier, (The Rolling Barrier) which had continuous pipes covered with urethane rings. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the “Rolling Barrier” and to understand the Rolling Barrier’s characteristics of crash cushioning, how to correct the vehicles running direction and the required strength of barriers. They convert that impact energy into rotational energy to propel the vehicle forward rather than potentially breaking through an immovable barrier. When a car hits the barrier, the rotating barrel converts shock from the vehicle to rotational energy. Upper and lower frames adjust tires of large and small vehicles to prevent the steering system from a functional loss. The Rolling Barrier can be effectively used in curved roads sections, ramps, medians and entrance or exit ramps in parking garages. In this paper, the description and studies of Rolling Barriers are elaborated. The latest emerging technologies for safety of road is focusing on finding new ways/methods for reducing accidents and reducing damage due to accidents. In a study it has been revealed that many accidents occur at horizontal curves. By using rolling barriers on horizontal curve, number of deaths, damage to vehicle or injury to human body can be minimized. Use of these rolling barriers have proved to be effective. It has been used in many developed countries and it should be used in India to minimize accidents. Keywords: Rolling barriers system, rolling barriers, accidents, horizontal curve, rolling barriers on horizontal curve.
OTT vs. Cinemas: The Future Trend in the Movie and Entertainment Sector
Authors: Gaonkar Aishwary , Jain Shreyansh , Dowerah Rohan , Atwal Jaskiran , Dyavanpelli Santoshkumar
Published: May 2022

Abstract: With the internet speed and bandwidth growth along with the rise of smartphones, the content consumption behaviour has changed drastically in the late 2010s and early 2020s. With the ease of internet bandwidth availability, the OTT platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar have eclipsed the cinemas and television networks. The purpose of this research is to understand the behaviour of movie and content watchers with respect to their preference of OTT over cinemas or vice-versa and predict how will it impact the future trends in the entertainment industry. In simple words, which platform has got a better future – OTT or Cinemas?
Online Exam Web Portal
Authors: Sahani Yashkumar , Rumde Riya , Saroj Aryan , Joshi Om
Published: May 2022

Abstract: This online examination should concentrate on developing effective assessment questions and providing students with exam feedback. The strategies that are relevant to the aspects of the assessment process: response submission, computerised grading, and post-submission feedback in this study. Because modern companies are automated and computers follow instructions, it is necessary for humans, commodities, and computers to operate together in a modern organisation. Through this paper, administrators, instructors, and students who are taking an online examination can communicate with the system, allowing for more effective implementation and monitoring of various activities related to online examinations, such as conducting exams on a scheduled basis and delivering results to that specific user or student. Additionally, the information of students who took the Online Examination is kept on file. Keywords: Online Exam, Web Portal, Database, PHP, Application, Server.
Study on Use Pattern of Tractor in Odisha
Authors: Swain Dr. S. N. , Mohanty Prof. Gayatri , Sahu Nitish Kumar , Barik Ajaya , Padhi Pratyush Kumar
Published: May 2022

Abstract: The present study was conducted to determine the use pattern of tractors and to establish the relationship between life, maintenance cost, and use pattern of the tractors in selected regions of Odisha. Data was collected with the help of a prestructured questionnaire through personal interviews of farmers in three districts of Odisha. Districts Mayurbhanj, Sonepur, and Nuapada for the study. From each district, three blocks were selected, and from each block, two villages were randomly selected from each of these villages, ten farmers who owned the tractor and equipment with cultivable land were randomly selected. The results showed that most of the tractor owners in all the two districts had medium landholdings (4-10 ha) comprising nearly 46% of the total tractor ownerships. The use of tractors was used mostly for non-agricultural purposes like transportation of construction materials as compared to agricultural purposes. Keywords: Tractor, Maintenance cost, Landholdings, Questionnaire, Personal interview
Arreglos silvopastoriles con Alnus acuminata y su efecto sobre parámetros productivos y nutricionales del componente forrajero
Authors: Saucedo-Uriarte José Américo , Oliva-Cruz Segundo Manuel , Maicelo-Quintana Jorge Luis , Meléndez-Mori Jegnes Benjamín , Collazos-Silva Roicer
Published: May 2022

Los sistemas silvopastoriles (SSP) son una alternativa para la producción ganadera sostenible. Por este motivo, el presente estudio se desarrolló con el objetivo de evaluar parámetros productivos y nutricionales del componente forrajero (CF) en distintos arreglos silvopastoriles con Alnus acuminata y su comparación con sistemas a campo abierto. Se estableció un diseño de bloques completos al azar, para lo cual, fueron seleccionadas 16 parcelas con características de homogeneidad en edad y tipo de CF. Se evaluó la composición florística, clasificación funcional de las especies herbáceas, biomasa, materia seca y composición nutricional. Los resultados obtenidos registraron la presencia de 22 especies, predominando la familia Poaceae (8 especies), asimismo se encontró que los arreglos silvopastoriles presentan el mayor porcentaje de especies deseables, situación contraria a lo ocurrido en los sistemas a campo abierto. Por otro lado, los parámetros productivos y nutricionales, mostraron diferencias significativas (P<0.05) entre los sistemas de producción, siendo el arreglo con árboles en callejones el que registró mejores rendimientos de biomasa (16.60 t/ha), materia seca (3.65 t/ha), fibra cruda (27.23 %), proteína total (17.39 %) y energía bruta (4,864 kcal/kg).
Análisis farmacocinético de la inyección intraarticular de insulina y su efecto sobre la expresión del IGF-1 en el líquido sinovial de caballos sanos
Authors: García-Lacy Fernando , Gutiérrez-Olvera Lilia , Bernad María , Fortier Lisa , Trigo-Tavera Francisco , Gómez-Chavarín Margarita , Rodríguez-Monterde Alejandro
Published: May 2022

Insulin induces mitosis on equine chondrocytes in vitro and enhances production of type II collagen. Insulin, when administered intra-articularly, changes the composition of synovial fluid, including the concentrations of glucose, insulin and glycemia levels. The concentration of insulin in the joint was measured by using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), which provided pharmacokinetic values. Six mixed breed horses were administered three different doses of insulin into one antebrachiocarpal joint (10, 15 and 20 IU) and isotonic saline was administered into the contralateral joint. The blood glucose concentration significantly changed through time for all three doses (P<0.0001). No significant differences in protein concentration and cell count in synovial fluid were found between treated and control joints (P>0.05), no significant difference in synovial glucose concentrations was found between treated and control joints (P>0.05). Values obtained by HPLC analyzed with PkAnalyst program revealed that the pharmacokinetic values were dose dependent, there was no significant difference in concentration of blood glucose between the three different doses (P>0.05). ELISA for IGF-1 (insulin-like growth factor 1) revealed a significant difference between treated and control joints (P<0.001). Insulin used in this study proved to be innocuous to the equine joint, no more than 20 IU for a 350-400 kg horse should be administered.
Frecuencia y puntaje de jadeo en bovinos productores de carne en finalización intensiva durante el verano
Authors: Romo Valdez Ana Mireya , Portillo Loera Jesús José , Urías Estrada Jesús David , Estrada Angulo Alfredo , Castro Pérez Beatriz Isabel , Ríos Rincón Francisco Gerardo
Published: May 2022

Para determinar la frecuencia y el puntaje de jadeo en bovinos productores de carne en finalización intensiva durante la séptima a la doceava semana del verano, se llevó a cabo un estudio observacional descriptivo con duración de seis semanas. Se eligieron 12 corrales de tres diferentes dimensiones. A las 0800, 1200 y 1600 horas se registraron la frecuencia y puntaje de jadeo, temperatura ambiental y humedad relativa; además, se calculó el índice de temperatura y humedad (ITH). La frecuencia se registró como el número de bovinos que manifestaron esta expresión en cada corral. Para registrar el puntaje de jadeo se utilizó una escala de cinco puntos. Los bovinos se asignaron a tres categorias: sin giba, con giba media y giba grande en correspondencia con la predominancia fenotipica de Bos taurus o Bos indicus. La mayor frecuencia de jadeos se observó a las 1200 y 1600 h (P<0.01), cuando el valor de ITH superó las 84 unidades. Se observó efecto (P<0.01) del diseño del corral, hora del día y tamaño de la giba sobre el puntaje de jadeo. En la manifestación de la frecuencia y puntaje de jadeo en bovinos productores de carne en corral de engorda intensiva, influyó la hora del día, el diseño del corral y la mayor predominancia fenotípica de Bos taurus.
Payment of Mandatory Social Insurance Contributions in a Socially Responsible State as a Safeguard for the Inviolability of Human Dignity in Emergency Conditions in a State Governed by the Rule of Law
Authors:   University of Latvia, Lazdins Janis
Published: May 2022

The article provides an analysis of the impact of economic crises on improving regulation on the state mandatory social insurance in Latvia following the restoration of its independence de facto (1990–1991), as well as of the legal principles and case law related to social insurance. In examining case law, particular attention is paid to such concepts as human dignity, a state governed by the rule of law, and a socially responsible state. The subsistence minimum, which has not been calculated by the State, is recognised as being an unsolved problem, which, effectively, prohibits from discussing the effectiveness of the system of state mandatory social insurance in the area of social security when an insured event occurs.
The Temporal Effect of Legal Norms and Case Law of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Latvia
Authors:   University of Latvia, Rezevska Daiga
Published: May 2022

This article deals with the issue of the temporal effect of a legal norm from the perspective of the general principles of law – the principle of good legislation and the principle of the protection of legitimate expectations. The practical aspects of the identifying possible retroactive effect of a legal norm which as agreed by legal doctrine is one of the most difficult legal methods to be applied are analysed on the basis of the recent case law of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Latvia. All three examples show that first of all the temporal effect of a contested legal norm has to be detected; and in a case if it is immediate or retroactive effect, the existence of legitimate expectations has to be identified; and following, if reasonable transitional period to a new regulation or appropriate compensation is provided by a legislator. Moreover, when determining the period for the transition to a new legal regulation or appropriate compensation, legislator according to the principle of good legislation has to ascertain fully and in a comprehensive manner the impact of a contested norm on the already existing – pending (or even more – on finished) legal relations.
The Challenges of the “Right to Repair” in the EU Legal Framework
Authors:   University of Pavia, Salerno Francesco
Published: May 2022

Manufacturers largely offer disposable products, and most products actually are not built to last and cannot be easily repaired or recycled. Often manufacturers actually design products to quickly become obsolete, forcing consumers into constant upgrades. Replacing this production model with a system that, by providing access to the necessary information, encourages consumers to repair and reuse products, would offer many advantages. In addition to the environmental benefits, promoting repairable products is good for the local economy and the labour market, particularly small businesses, which consumers typically turn to for repairs. Consumers also benefit by having access to longer lasting and more cost-efficient products. In view of these objectives and within the scope of a wider framework established by Directive 2009/125/EC, the European Community has adopted certain measures, including regulations for the ecodesign of energy-related products, which came into effect on 1 March 2021. Although they refer to a limited number of consumer goods, these regulations have essentially introduced the “right to repair.” This marks a first step, which will have to be followed by other initiatives but could open the door to a new system. Starting from this EU legislation and the objectives it pursues, the author in this paper intends to investigate the “right to repair,” taking into account the various regulatory areas likely to be affected by it and highlighting, among other things, any limitations and possible challenges posed by its implementation.
Commission By Omission
Authors:   West University of Timisoara, Nicorici Cristina
Published: May 2022

The concept of state penalising a person for his or her failure to act must be understood and analysed as transcending a criminal responsibility for something that a person has failed to do. The idea that, unless a person complies with the obligations imposed by the state and acts accordingly, he or she will receive a court sentence, is related to the principle of legality in criminal law, individual liberty to act, and the rule of law. This article will underline the concept of improper omission, and how the criminal liability for improper omission is affecting individual liberty. Should there be a general responsibility to help other persons? Which are the obligations, whose neglect should result in criminal responsibility? Should there be situations, expressly regulated by the law, in which a person, although he or she has omitted to do something, should not be held criminally responsible? These are some of the questions I intend to answer in this article, offering a theoretical presentation of the main theories of responsibility for omissions. In conclusion, a theoretical study about criminal responsibility for omissions is, in essence, a study about the rule of law and individual liberty.
The Interaction Between Algorithmic Transparency and Legality: Personal Data Protection and Patent Law Perspectives
Authors:   Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tartu, Rudzite Liva , Kelli Aleksei
Published: May 2022

Artificial Intelligence and its sub-field Machine Learning in the European Union has been directed as one of the political priorities towards the augmentation of human prosperity. However, due to its characteristics, for instance, the “black-box” problem, AI may pose challenges within the existing legal framework. The article focuses on analysing the legality of algorithmic transparency in two fields in the EU- data protection (obligation to provide information to the data subject) and under the criteria of “sufficient disclosure” of the patent legal framework – to improve legal clarity concerning the issue.
Financial Market Regulators and Crisis of Pandemic
Authors:   Legal Studies Office, Mollo Giovanni
Published: May 2022

The pandemic has affected all sectors of economy and finance. Having outlined the characteristics of the financial market regulatory authority, the question arises as to the role it should play in this context. Given that the authority is not an expression of popular sovereignty, the conclusion is that it cannot take action to counter the crisis generated by the pandemic, as it cannot define its own autonomous political and economic guidelines.
The Implementation of the New Consumer Sales Directives in the Baltic States: A Step Towards Further Harmonisation of Consumer Sales
Authors:   University of Latvia, Mantrov Vadim , Birstonas Ramunas , Karklins Janis , Kelli Aleksei , Kull Irene , Buka Arnis , Barkane Irena , Davida Zanda ,   Vilnius University,   Tartu University
Published: May 2022

The present article deals with the implementation of the new Consumer Sales Directives (Directives 2019/770 and 2019/771) into the national law of the Baltic States. The topicality of the paper is related to the implementation of the new Consumer Sales Directives into national law in a particular region, i.e., the Baltic States, by analysing implementation approaches and difficulties during the implementation and post-implementation periods from a comparative perspective of all three Baltic states. At the outset, the paper notes the differences in the existing regulation of consumer sales in the Baltic States. Lithuania and Estonia incorporated consumer sales in their civil codifications, whereas Latvia has chosen a different path by regulating consumer sales on the basis of sui generis regulation in the Consumer Rights Protection Law. As a result of such initial situation before the implementation of the new Consumer Sales Directives, different implementation strategies were used in the Baltic States, consequently leading to different consequences and difficulties during the implementation process of the new Consumer Sales Directives. Likewise, the application process of the new Consumer Sales Directives itself has created significant problems and risks. The available legal acts together with their travaux préparatoires in the Baltic States demonstrate the possibility that the new regulation implementing the new Consumer Sales Directives may contradict the existing contract law regulation and data protection law, and have implications thereon.
Política e subjetivação no contexto da reforma psiquiátrica no Brasil
Authors: Antonio Maria Carolina Araujo , Sartori Lecy
Published: May 2022

Este artigo tem por objetivo analisar modos específicos de concepção e produção da política e subjetivação a partir de dois campos de pesquisa etnográficos. O primeiro está relacionado à produção e transmissão do saber em uma instituição de formação lacaniana que orienta psicanalistas na construção de formas específicas de subjetivação. O segundo expõe os efeitos dessa construção de subjetivação na prática de cuidado em um Serviço Residencial Terapêutico. A ideia principal é apreender o modo como psicanalistas e demais profissionais envolvidos nessa rede de assistência acionam uma ideia de política para justificar ações de cuidado formuladas a partir de noções de singularidade e responsabilização dos sujeitos. Ao considerarmos os efeitos da Reforma Psiquiátrica nos contextos etnografados, buscamos evidenciar como saberes e tecnologias produzem política, modos de subjetivação e o manejo da população.
Se não é “tradição” é “aberração?”: disputas por legitimidade articuladas em linguagem jocosa por candomblecistas do Rio de Janeiro
Authors: Fernandes Tânia
Published: May 2022

O artigo objetiva apresentar o modo como as disputas por legitimidade religiosa se apresentam na linguagem cotidiana de adeptos do candomblé, pertencentes a um movimento político-religioso localizado no Rio de Janeiro. A partir de materiais obtidos por meio de pesquisa de campo, realizada entre fevereiro de 2018 e outubro de 2020, discutem se as seguintes questões: de que forma a categoria tradição tem sido mobilizada e simbolicamente utilizada como diacrítico por estes candomblecistas? Quais são as outras categorias utilizadas em seus discursos cotidianos que permitem apontar e desqualificar práticas religiosas, com a intenção de excluí-las do escopo do candomblé? É apontado que estão em jogo questões potencialmente conflituosas, que articulam polêmicas sobre fronteiras identitárias (quem pertence ou não ao que se considera o candomblé tradicional?). As principais conclusões indicam que a categoria “tradição”, considerada pelos interlocutores da pesquisa como central para conferir legitimidade religiosa, é disputada no universo estudado, sendo tais disputas performadas no cotidiano por meio de linguagem jocosa, especialmente a ironia, cujo uso se torna estratégico para, a um só tempo, apontar e criticar aquilo que se considera agramatical enquanto candomblé, e reforçar pertencimentos identitários pensados como mais “legítimos”.