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ATIVIDADE ENZIMÁTICA DA CATALASE: PROTOCOLO PARA EXTRAÇÃO E QUANTIFICAÇÃO
Authors: Sanches A. G , SILVA M. B. da , Cordeiro C.A.M
Published: December 2024

A enzima catalase está presente na maioria das células aeróbicas, sendo indispensáveis para desintoxicação das células das plantas em condições de estresse (bióticos e/ou abióticos), através da dismutação direta do peróxido de hidrogênio (H2O2) em água (H2O) e oxigênio (O2), ou seja, reduz o conteúdo de H2O2 tóxico a nível celular. Considerando que a CAT é a principal via de degradação H2O2, a sua atividade proporciona aumento na tolerância ao estresse através da regulação de respostas fisiológicas e bioquímicas de aclimatação aos estresses ambientais. Embora amplamente estudava, o acesso aos protocolos de atividade da CAT na maioria das vezes é restrito aos grupos de pesquisa e, quando disponíveis na literatura apresentam-se incompletos, isto é, não explicam informações fundamentais tais como: preparo de soluções, método analítico do ensaio e principalmente o cálculo para expressar a atividade. Nesse sentido, apreciamos como relevante apresentar um protocolo de prática que auxilie o pesquisador a reproduzir por completo o ensaio de atividade da CAT em plantas. Considerando que o vegetal é um ser único, isto é, com características fisiológicas e bioquímicas relacionadas a fatores bióticos e abióticos de sua formação, este protocolo também pode ser adaptado conforme a necessidade da pesquisa.
METODOLOGIAS PARA REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA E METANÁLISE – UM EXEMPLO NA ANÁLISE DE FILMES DE AMIDO E GLICEROL: CRITÉRIOS E ABORDAGENS PARA A SÍNTESE DE EVIDÊNCIAS EM PESQUISAS SOBRE PROPRIEDADES MECÂNICAS E TÉRMICAS – PARTE 1
Authors: VIANA JUNIOR Carlos José , VIANA Bruna Carla Leite , COSTA Ellen Cristina de Morais
Published: December 2024

A crescente demanda por soluções sustentáveis no setor de embalagens alimentares tem impulsionado a pesquisa sobre o uso de biopolímeros, como filmes à base de amido e glicerol, que apresentam vantagens em termos de biodegradabilidade e impacto ambiental reduzido. No entanto, a diversidade de formulações e variáveis associadas ao desempenho desses filmes – como suas propriedades mecânicas, de barreira e resistência térmica – gera a necessidade de uma análise detalhada e comparativa entre os diferentes estudos disponíveis. Objetivo: O estudo visa demonstrar como uma revisão sistemática, associada à metanálise, pode ser uma ferramenta eficaz para investigar questões científicas, como a busca pela melhor formulação de filmes alimentares à base de amido e glicerol. O objetivo é mostrar o processo detalhado de condução de uma revisão sistemática e destacar a importância de técnicas rigorosas para se chegar a conclusões bem embasadas. Metodologia: A revisão foi conduzida conforme o protocolo PRISMA, utilizando a metodologia PICOS (População, Intervenção, Comparação, Desfecho, Tipo de Estudo). A pesquisa bibliográfica foi realizada em bases de dados como Scielo, PubMed e Web of Science, com descritores e palavras-chave cuidadosamente escolhidos. No exemplo em questão, a seleção dos estudos seguiu critérios de inclusão e exclusão estabelecidos previamente para garantir a qualidade dos dados analisados. A metanálise foi utilizada para sintetizar os resultados quantitativos dos estudos, permitindo uma comparação abrangente e objetiva das diferentes abordagens utilizadas na produção de filmes à base de amido e glicerol. Resultados: A busca estruturada por meio de uma revisão sistemática com metanálise mostrou-se um método eficaz para consolidar os estudos existentes. A utilização de descritores padronizados, operadores booleanos e uma análise rigorosa das evidências coletadas possibilitou a criação de um panorama completo da pesquisa disponível. A abordagem também evidenciou a importância da replicabilidade e da transparência em todo o processo, sendo um caminho seguro para a síntese das melhores práticas e formulações. Conclusão: A revisão sistemática, quando bem executada, fornece um modelo robusto para investigar questões científicas complexas, como a formulação de filmes à base de amido e glicerol. Ao seguir metodologias bem estabelecidas, como o protocolo PRISMA e a estrutura PICOS, é possível chegar a conclusões confiáveis, identificando tendências, lacunas e oportunidades para futuras pesquisas. Esse método fortalece a prática científica baseada em evidências e garante que as conclusões possam ser reproduzidas e aplicadas com confiança.
LINGUIÇA ARTESANAL DE PIRARUCU COM CUBIU E DIFERENTES CONCENTRAÇÕES DE PIMENTA MURUPI
Authors: Do Val A.D.M. , Moura R.C.D. de , Borges C.V. , Doval T.C , Lourido G.M. , Nina N.V.S.
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: este trabalho teve por objetivo elaborar e avaliar a aceitabilidade e intenção de compra da linguiça de pirarucu com cubiu e pimenta murupi. Métodos: Foram elaboradas duas formulações de linguiça artesanal de pirarucu com cubiu e pimenta murupi em diferentes concentrações. Na análise sensorial participaram 50 provadores não treinados, de ambos os sexos e com idade entre 21 e 49 anos, utilizando fichas com escala hedônica de 9 pontos, que varia de “gostei muitíssimo” a “desgostei muitíssimo”, além da intenção de compra. Resultados: Constatou-se que houve uma boa aceitação entre os provadores para as duas formulações do produto. Com base nos resultados obtidos em relação a intenção de compra, é possível notar que a linguiça artesanal de pirarucu com cubiu e pimenta murupi apresentou boa aceitabilidade para possível comercialização do produto. Conclusão: A linguiça artesanal de pirarucu com cubiu e pimenta murupi é uma opção para a utilização do peixe junto a uma fruta nativa da Amazônia.
AVALIAÇÃO DIAGNÓSTICA DA ATENÇÃO DOMICILIAR
Authors: Silva Sarah Gabriele Dias da , Aguiar Hortência Virgínia Fonseca de , Sousa Natalia Silva , De Medeiros Noêmia Charmyse Brandão , Gomes Chaiany Joyce Dantas Palhares Fonseca , Souza Clécio Gabriel de , Correia Grasiéla Nascimento
Published: December 2024

Introdução: A Política Nacional de Atenção Domiciliar define a Atenção Domiciliar (AD) como uma garantia contínua do cuidado por um conjunto de ações integradas às Redes de Atenção à Saúde em conjunto com o Serviço de Atenção Domiciliar (SAD). O Ministério da Saúde instituiu o Caderno de Atenção Domiciliar como um guia para a compreensão ampla da AD, reconhecendo o ambiente domiciliar como próprio para o cuidado em saúde. Objetivo: Coletar informações e avaliar a qualidade dos SAD ofertados no município de Santa Cruz-RN, visando a realização de uma avaliação diagnóstica da AD local. Metodologia: Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, qualitativo, do tipo relato de experiência. Realizado de agosto a dezembro de 2022 no município de Santa Cruz/RN, obteve a participação de gestores da Secretaria de Saúde; Enfermeiros; Agentes Comunitários de Saúde (ACS); usuários e cuidadores. A coleta de dados ocorreu de forma presencial por meio de questionários piloto e específicos, para avaliar a percepção da AD. Para os ACS e usuários foi pré-definida uma amostra com porcentagem de 30%, para a realização dos questionários. Resultados: Observa-se a necessidade e a demanda por capacitação para lidar com as situações de vulnerabilidade e violências vivenciadas, por educação em saúde quanto a logística dos fluxos, a demanda à serviços de saúde mental e a falta de trabalho interprofissional. Considerações finais: A pesquisa evidenciou a importância complementar da AD na produção do cuidado e no processo de trabalho em saúde, ao analisar a prestação da assistência à saúde nas modalidades apresentadas por meio da complexidade e singularidade discutida.
RELAÇÕES ENTRE A PRÁTICA DO TREINAMENTO DE FORÇA E O COMBATE À OBESIDADE EM INDIVÍDUOS ADULTOS
Authors: Gualtieri Marina , Sousa Cláudio , Trindade Débora Silva , Gianolla Fábio , Rica Roberta Luksevicius , Bocalini Danilo Sales , Paiva Rodrigo
Published: December 2024

Introdução: a obesidade é uma doença multifatorial, causada por questões socioculturais, psicológicas e econômicas. Dietas com déficit calórico associadas ao programa de treinamento são primordiais para a cura da síndrome. Há relativa predominância da adoção de exercícios aeróbicos no combate à obesidade em detrimento da prescrição do treinamento de força. Objetivo: este trabalho objetivou analisar e debater as relações existentes entre treinamento de força e o combate à obesidade em indivíduos adultos Metodologia: caracterizado como uma revisão integrativa de literatura, o estudo abordoou trabalhos publicados na área entre os anos de 2003 e 2023, nacionais e internacionais. Resultado: o treinamento de força melhora a composição corporal, saúde metabólica e esquelética, sendo eficaz na prevenção e no tratamento da obesidade. Promove aumento da massa magra, redução de gordura e metabolismo basal elevado, contribuindo para o déficit calórico. Conclusão: o treinamento de força, além de ganhos estéticos, aumenta a massa magra, reduz a gordura corporal e melhora a saúde mental e a qualidade de vida. Combinar treinamento de força com exercícios aeróbicos potencializa os resultados de combate à obesidade. Para eficácia no controle da obesidade, recomenda-se uma abordagem multidisciplinar envolvendo profissionais de educação física e nutrição, promovendo saúde e bem-estar de forma sustentável.
Examination of dairy cattle farms in Burdur province in terms of animal welfare
Authors: Düzen Hacı , Özkaya Serkan , Yılmaz Halil İbrahim
Published: December 2024

This study aims to assess the status of dairy cattle farms in Burdur province with regard to animal welfare. A total of 56 dairy cattle farms were visited, and face-to-face interviews were conducted with owners. Findings revealed that 32.1% of dairy cattle breeders had received vocational training, with 19.6% having undergone training solely in animal nutrition, and 12.5% possessing information and training specifically related to animal welfare. Most breeders (91.1%) preferred the semi-open shelter type and the eastern direction (67.9%) as the long-axis direction. Concrete was preferred construction material for shelter bases in the majority of cases (98.2%). However, it was noted that certain aspects crucial to animal welfare, such as the loading ramp, vaccination route, and urinary tract, were not adequately incorporated into the planning process. Manure cleaning was typically performed every six months (32.1%), with 60.7% utilizing a tractor for assistance. In the observations made, it was determined that the cows had hoof problems (53.6%) and lameness was low (33.9%). It was determined that the legs (44.0%), thighs (44.9%), and udder-abdomen area (44.2%) of the cows were dirty. It was determined that cows had an average body condition score of 2.25-3.5 (38.9%) and a rumen fill score of 3 (38.1%). It was determined that the cows had easy access to water and were fed in two meals (91.1%) in the morning and evening. The results showed deficiencies regarding animal welfare in the planning and management of shelters in dairy cattle farms in Burdur province.
Farklı göz yükü uygulamalarının Karaerik ve Kabuğu Yufka üzüm çeşitlerinde yaprak verimi ve bazı fiziksel özellikleri üzerine etkileri
Authors: Kalkan Nalan Nazan , Bozkurt Abdurrahim , Altun Oktay Turgay , Kadıoğlu Zakine , Karadoğan Birol , Albayrak Selahattin , Cangi Rüstem , Kılıç Duran
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışmada Erzincan yöresinde ticari olarak sarmalık asma yaprak üretiminin uygunluğu araştırılmıştır. Bu amaçla, yörede yetiştiriciliği yapılan ve yaprakları taze ve salamura olarak kullanılan Karaerik ve Kabuğu Yufka üzüm çeşitleri kullanılmıştır. Yaprak üretimi amacıyla kurulan bağda omcalara çift kollu sabit kordon terbiye şekli verilmiştir. Omcalara 2021- 2022 vejetasyon yıllarında 24, 36, 48, 60 göz/omca olacak şekilde 4 farklı göz yükü uygulanmıştır. Göz yükü uygulamalarının ve çeşitlerin yaprak verimi, yaprak ağırlığı, yaprak alanı, 100 gramdaki yaprak sayısı, yaprak sap uzunlukları, budama odunu ağırlığı, SPAD değerleri ile L*, a* ve b* değerleri üzerine etkileri belirlenmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda, verim ve yaprak kalite özellikleri bakımından Karaerik üzüm çeşidi, uygulamalar bakımından ise genel olarak 60 göz/omca uygulaması ön plana çıkmıştır. Göz yükü uygulamalarına bağlı olarak yaprak verimi, yaprak ağırlığı, ortalama yaprak alanı, yaprak sayısı yaprak sap uzunlukları ve SPAD değerlerine ilişkin elde edilen veriler değişkenlik göstermiştir.
Gaziantep ili ölçeğinde kırmızı et tüketim tercihinin belirlenmesi
Authors: Yılmaz Tilki Hatice , Keskin Mahmut
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışmada, Gaziantep ili ölçeğinde kırmızı et tüketim tercihinin belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Çalışma, Gaziantep ilinde merkez ilçe olan Şehitkamil ve Şahinbey ile İslahiye ve Yavuzeli ilçelerinde, 25 sorudan oluşan anket formları kullanılarak toplam 90 katılımcı ile yürütülmüştür. Anketler ile elde edilen veriler, SPSS paket programı ile frekans analizi yapılarak değerlendirilmiştir. Araştırma sonuçlarına göre katılımcıların %52.2’si et tüketiminde kırmızı et, tavuk eti ya da balık etini ayrım yapmadan tüketebildiğini, %24.40’ı ise kırmızı et tercih ettiğini ifade etmişlerdir. Kırmızı et tüketiminde katılımcıların %46.7’sinin koyun etini, %3’ünün ise keçi etini tercih ettiği görülmüştür. Katılımcıların %71.1’i keçi etini denememelerine rağmen tercih etmediklerini ve bu duruma sebep olarak da alışkanlıklar, sindirim sorunu, tat ve koku ile ilgili değişik duyumlarının etkili olduğunu belirtmişlerdir. Sindirim problemi, koku ve lezzetten dolayı tercih etmemenin ya önyargıdan ya da keçi kesimlerinde ileri yaştaki hayvanların tercih edilmesinden kaynaklandığı değerlendirilebilir. Ankete katılan tüketicilerin neredeyse tamamı (%98.9) tüketimde kaliteyi dikkate aldıklarını ifade etmişler ve kalite belirlemede başta satın alınan yerin güvenilirliği (%17.8) ile etin renk (%17.8), tazelik (%16.7), kokusu (%11.1) olmak üzere değişik faktörlere işaret etmişlerdir.Katılımcıların %41.2’si tarafından keçi denildiğinde ilk akla gelen şeyin sırası ile süt, peynir, dondurma ve kıl olduğunu ifade edilmiştir. Bu sonuç ile bölgede keçi etine karşı olumsuz bir önyargı olduğu değerlendirilebilir.
Maraş tarhanasının aile içi tüketim alışkanlıkları ve davranışı; Kahramanmaraş ili örneği
Authors: Sakalli Sabri , Tekin Sakallı Fatma Betül , Kaya Aybüke
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, Kahramanmaraş ilinde bireylerin tarhana tüketim alışkanlıkları hakkındaki düşüncelerini belirlemek ve Maraş tarhanası tercihini etkileyen faktörleri ortaya koymaktır. Çalışmada, Maraş tarhanasının atıştırmalıklar içindeki önemi, tüketicilerin aile içi tüketim alışkanlıkları, ebeveynlerin çocuklarına yönelik tüketim tercihleri, bireylerin tarhana hakkındaki düşünceleri ve ürün tercihini etkileyen faktörler incelenmiştir. Veriler, 2024 yılı Ocak ayında tüketiciler ile yüz yüze görüşülerek elde edilmiştir. Maraş tarhanası alırken bireylerin tercihlerini etkileyen faktörler için faktör analizi kullanılmıştır. Elde edilen verilere göre, tüketicilerin büyük çoğunluğu aktif nüfus içerisinde yer alan eğitimli bireylerden oluşmaktadır. Atıştırmalıklar arasında Maraş tarhanasını çoğu bireyin tükettiği; ceviz, fındık, fıstık, badem gibi kuruyemişleri de tercih ettiği belirlenmiştir. Ayrıca tarhana cipsine ait kekik aromasına dikkat edildiği, bireylerin tarhananın prebiyotik ve probiyotik özellikleri hakkında da bilgi sahibi olduğu görülmüştür. Tüketim pratikliği, tarhana cipsinin atıştırmalık olarak tüketilmesinde tercih sebebidir. Sonuç olarak, yöre halkının Maraş tarhanasını sağlıklı atıştırmalıklar arasında gördüğü ve bu ürünü severek tükettiği anlaşılmıştır. Coğrafi işaretli bir ürün olan Maraş tarhanasının, diğer illerde de bilinirliğinin artırılması ve tüketilmesi sağlanmalıdır. Ayrıca sağlıklı beslenme bilincinin artırılması yönünde bireylere eğitim programları düzenlenmelidir.
Preparation and Characterization of the Irradiated Banana Paper
Authors: Nor Azman Nor Farah Amirah , Othman Siti Amira
Published: December 2024

Every year, the amount of deforestation is increasing to meet the demand for paper, and this affects environmental pollution and global warming. The presence of fungi on paper can pose a health risk and degrade paper fibre's cellulose. This study was carried out to produce paper from banana stems and recycled paper, and the effects on banana paper and recycled paper were studied before and after radiation. The paper's surface morphology, functional groups and surface roughness were observed and characterised using Opto Digital Microscope, Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy and Atomic Force Microscope. The result indicates there were absorption peaks at 210 to 290 nm for non-radiated paper and 355 to 365 nm for irradiated paper, and the presence of carbonyl and hydroxyl was found in the samples. The surface morphology and roughness were changed due to gamma radiation-induced and caused degradation on the fibre. Banana paper has a better structure and properties than recycled paper, and it will help the pulp and paper industry produce biocompatible, biodegradable and environmentally friendly paper.
Enhanced Thermoelectric Generator Power Output Based on Electrodeposited Bi2Te3 Nanocomposites with Pt NPs-CNTs Through Multiphysics Simulation
Authors: Muhammad Aliff Ikhwan Che Azman  , Khairul Fadzli Samat  , Seng Hong Young  , Jariah Mohamad Juoi  , Rose Farahiyan Munawar  , Hairul Effendy Ab Maulod  , Nguyen Van Toan  , Takahito Ono
Published: December 2024

Thermoelectric generators (TEG) possess the potential to transform unused heat into electrical energy, making thermoelectricity a viable alternative for addressing the energy issue. This study provides insight into the enhanced power density of a TEG device when embedded with bismuth telluride (Bi2Te3) nanocomposite. The TEG power density has been analysed under the fluid flow simulation condition by utilizing several Bi2Te3 nanocomposite materials with Pt NPs-CNTs inclusion. The impact of static and steady air flow conditions has been studied using a detailed computational fluid dynamics (CFD) parameter, with flow velocities of 0.01 m/s and 1 m/s. As a main part of the work, the power density of nanocomposites embedded as N-type legs was compared to that of pure material. The Bi2Te3 with hybrid nanocomposite produces the highest power density, precisely combining Bi2Te3 with platinum nanoparticles (Pt Nps) and single-wall carbon nanotube (SWCNT) materials (Bi2Te3/Pt-SWCNTs). At velocity of 1 m/s, the power density was calculated to be 156.85μW/cm2, which increased to 158.86 μW/cm2 at a fluid velocity of 1 m/s, marking an 88% increment compared to the TEG model using pristine Bi2Te3 and higher than that of the previous work about 4 times of increment.
Thermal Performance Improvement of Microchannel Heat Sink for Electronic Device Cooling System Using Numerical Analysis
Authors: Abdul Aziz Muhammad Aidil Safwan , Darlis Nofrizalidris , Ishak Izuan Amin , Zolpakar Nor Atiqah , Arafat Mohammad , Muhammadu Muhammadu Masin
Published: December 2024

The increasing miniaturization of technology has intensified thermal challenges, particularly concerning the cooling of small components like ICs and CPUs. Microchannel heat sinks offer a common solution, but optimizing their configurations remains a subject of interest. This study addresses multiple thermal enhancing factors that is position of the inlet and outlet and integrating pin-fin configurations. The objectives of the study are to improve the thermal uniformity of the heat sink and to analyse the thermal performance across the different geometry of pin-fin using Ansys. The thermal performance parameters focused on this study are the maximum temperature and pressure drop. The results gathered that hexagon shaped pin fin yield better thermal performance as compared to the other geometry as it shows the lowest maximum temperature, lowest thermal resistance and lowest pressure drop. This proves the significance of geometry selection for the pin fin as it affected the thermal performance of the microchannel heat sink with cross flow effects.
Influence of substrate tilting angle on graphene production through atmospheric pressure chemical vapor deposition
Authors: Khan Sher Afghan , Syed Abu Bakar Syed Noh , Osman Muhammad Naqib , Mohammed Sapardi Mohd Azan , Ani Mohd Hanafi , Abd Wahab Mohd Firdaus , Buys Yose Fachmi
Published: December 2024

An experimental and simulation study of substrate tilting angle in graphene production is presented by applying atmospheric pressure chemical vapor deposition (APCVD). The graphene is produced using APCVD for 8°, 15°, and 60° substrate tilting angles. The Raman characterization was done on all the substrates to see the effect of the substrate tilting angle on the graphene produced. To further understand the result, the heating chamber of the CVD chamber was modeled by using ANSYS® FLUENT. Simulation for the three titling angles was performed using the model. The experimental results showed that the best result was graphene produced by tilting an angle at 15°. The graphene produced has the lowest quality at a 60° tilting angle. This indicates an optimum tilting angle at a lower tilting angle. The simulation revealed the relationship between vorticity and boundary layer thickness to the graphene quality.
Numerical Investigation of Nanofluid-based Flow Behavior and Convective Heat Transfer Using Helical Screw
Authors: Khlewee Abdulqader Salah , Alaiwi Yaser , Jasim Talib Abdulameer , Mahdi Mohammed Alamin Talib , Hussain Abdullah Jabar , Al-Khafaji Zainab
Published: December 2024

Numerous industrial and home users have made use of heat transfer devices for the purpose of heat conversion and recovery. For the past half-century, engineers have worked tirelessly to perfect a heat exchanger design that cuts down on power use without sacrificing performance. Most methods of improving heat transfer work by either increasing the effective heat transfer surface area or creating turbulence, which results in lower thermal resistance. In this study, CFD was used to simulate Al2O3 and CuO nanoparticles in the adsorber tube of a parabolic solar collector with N=1 and N=2 turbulators at Re=20000, 60000, and 100000, respectively, and a turbulence strength of 5%. The turbulence strength was calculated as 5% of the total energy of the particles. Heat conduction is improved by the presence of nanoparticles in the base fluid. Therefore, nanofluids are candidates for alternative methods of heat transfer. Torsional turbulator models with N=2 have a greater output temp than those with N=1 because N=2 models have a higher practical heat level. The intake temp is raised from 35 to 46 degrees Celsius thanks to the presence of CuO nanoparticles in the two turbulator adsorber tubes that are close to one another. The Reynolds number invariably makes the Nusselt number higher. In addition, the Nusselt number demonstrates that there are a greater number of CuO nanoparticle models than Al2O3 nanoparticle models. In addition, CuO nanoparticles are more effective than Al2O3 at lowering pressure. When compared to the N=2 dual-turbulator mode, the N=1 single-turbulator mode has 34% more conflict. PECs are greater for models with two turbulators. Over a wide range of Reynolds numbers, the thermal PEC for N=2 models were 12 percentage points higher than that of N=1 models. CuO nanofluid receivers are superior to Al2O3 ones in their ability to convert solar energy into thermal energy. The two-turbulator model with a Reynolds number of 100,000 that uses CuO nanoparticles achieves the maximum thermal efficiency.
Model Prediction of Soil Parameters via Experimental Analysis for the Geotechnical Design
Authors: Jusoh Muhammad Noor Hisyam , Surol Salihah , Hocine Hamza , Muhamad Noor Safwan , Azahar Muhammad Azrief
Published: December 2024

The geotechnical properties of soils play a crucial role in civil engineering projects. This study uses experimental design techniques to develop predictive models for soil properties such as cohesion, friction angle, and bulk density. The problem addressed is the need for reliable, data-driven models to predict these properties based on easily measurable soil characteristics, thus facilitating better infrastructure planning and construction. This research aims to apply the Taguchi method, a robust design of experiments (DOE) approach, to identify the significant factors affecting soil properties and develop accurate predictive models. Soil samples from various locations in Malaysia were analysed for different percentages of clay, silt, sand, resistivity, and moisture content. These variables were chosen as factors in Taguchi's design, with four factors at two levels. The predictive formulas derived offer a practical means to estimate soil properties based on measurable parameters. Formulas were developed for the cohesion, angle of friction and bulk density, demonstrating the systematic influence of the factors studied. Results show that the sand's percentage and 1D resistivity had the most significant effects, with moisture content contributing to variations in the cohesion.
Psychological and pedagogical understanding of the features of "distance learning" as a challenge of today
Authors: GORINA Olga
Published: December 2024

In the conditions of the instability of society, reinforced by threats to life and health due to the COVID pandemic, martial law, the problem of continuing the education of education seekers at all levels is acute. The Russian-Ukrainian war, after the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation on February 24, 2022, psychologically traumatized the entire population, especially children and young people, who witnessed the occupation of the south-eastern regions of Ukraine, left through enemy checkpoints, lost relatives, loved ones, acquaintances, and their usual living conditions. stable life values, etc. It will not be an exaggeration that today in Ukraine 75-80% of children live in a state of mental trauma, grief, sleep disturbances due to nightmares, isolation in communication, which is an indicator of mental disorders. To reduce the level of stress, reduce the state of panic, it is necessary to control the emotions of children. And for this, move to a safer social environment. Crisis intervention is necessary in the first days to preserve effective life activities, if possible to continue studying. It is important to provide psychological support individually, taking into account the level of trauma, stress and stress resistance. In order to continue educational activities in the conditions of seasonal diseases, psycho-traumatic effects of war, both domestic and foreign scientists, psychologists, teachers, sociologists, political scientists, human rights defenders use actual statistical material to determine the dynamics of changes, conduct various studies of mental states, health levels of Ukrainians of various ages , especially post-traumatic stress disorders in children and youth. Today's challenges, to which society has to respond, create new conditions and determine new tasks, including for educational institutions. The need to solve problems related to the search for ways to adapt the functioning of society to new realities in the conditions of a global pandemic, the Russian-Ukrainian war, the protection of independence, territorial integrity, the reconstruction of destroyed infrastructure facilities and settlements, ensuring the appropriate level of social protection of the population, complicates and educational activities at all levels. Since this problem is of a nationwide nature, it requires the search for effective mechanisms for updating educational activities, preserving the life, health, and quality of knowledge of children and youth in war conditions.
Partnership in education as a means to overcome Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder of students in military conflict
Authors: PIVOVAROVA Anna
Published: December 2024

The article considers the importance of partnership relations in the educational process as a means of overcoming post-traumatic stress or post-traumatic condition. The role of the teacher in overcoming the posttraumatic condition is demonstrated through partnership with students, their parents and community organizations. A list of NGOs that help families affected by the conflict is provided. The role of the teacher as a bearer of educational, informational and emotional help to families of a person who is internally displaced and children from uncontrolled territories is determined. It is proved that the formation of partnerships with students will make it easier to establish contacts with them, improve the quality of providing educational services, provide psychological, emotional support not only by the psychologist, but also by the teacher, will form a sense of trust and security.
The experience of the EU with regard to pupilʼs its preparation for married life and responsible parenthood
Authors: BIALYK Oksana
Published: December 2024

The article highlights the experience of sex education pupilʼs raskryvayutsy aits features and caused the need for the training of young people for a future family life and responsible parenthood in the EU. In particular, special attention is paid to the study of the experience of leading EU countries like Scandinavia, where the quality of sex education generally recognized worldwide and is characterized by open views on issues of sexuality. The system of adult family life and responsible parenthood in Poland has gone from optional to mandatory self-employment subject, overcoming many obstacles. The organization of sex education and preparation of youth for family life at present dominated competence base dap pro ach, which aim sat developing pupilʼs desire for spiritual and physical perfection, the capacity for choice behavior, self-organization, self-management, the ability to communicate with people of the opposite sex. Sex education in Germany is part of the education and the primary means of promoting marriage and family. The know ledge gained by students as a result of sex education aimed at developing children and youth perceptions of responsible partnership, respect both to himself and to the o the sex, mutual understanding and mutual assistance in the future marriage. Department of Education and Science of the United Kingdom issued a document to start in traducing courses on sexual education of pupilʼs and prepare them for future fatherhood through had rence to a multidisciplinary and integrative approach by introducing variabler at es for students of certain ages.
Civil Liability of Business Actors Selling Sunscreen on Tik-Tok Social Media Containing Fake Sun Protection Factor (SPF)
Authors: Naily Amalia  , Dwi Aryanti Ramadhani
Published: December 2024

This research discusses the business actors selling sunscreen with fake SPF content that endangers consumers.The purpose of this research is to find out the civil liability of business actors and to find out consumer efforts to obtain such liability.This research uses normative juridical legal research with a case approach and statutory approach.From this research it can be concluded that the actions of business actors are unlawful acts in accordance with article 1365 of the Civil Code and violate the consumer protection law so that they can be held liable in the form of compensation in accordance with applicable regulations.Consumer efforts to obtain their right to compensation can be done in a non-litigation manner.
Perlindungan Hukum Bagi Kreditur Berkaitan dengan Aset Pihak Ketiga yang Dijadikan Sebagai Harta Pailit
Authors: Permatasari Yofi , Adam Richard C.
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis perlindungan hukum bagi kreditur berkaitan dengan aset pihak ketiga yang dijadikan sebagai harta pailit. Di Indonesia, ketika debitur tidak dapat membayarkan hutang maka seluruh aset miliknya akan disita. Namun, terdapat pengecualian bagi harta milik kreditur separatis yang digunakan sebagai bagian dari harta pailit. Salah satu contoh kasusnya adalah pada Putusan Mahkamah Agung Nomor 1240K/Pdt.Sus-Pailit/2023 sehingga menimbulkan pertanyaan mengenai perlindungan hukum bagi kreditur separatis sebagai pihak ketiga. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah hukum normatif dengan pendekatan pada regulasi yang ada. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlindungan hukum bagi kreditur yang memiliki jaminan kebendaan diatur dalam Undang-Undang Kepailitan dan Penundaan Kewajiban Pembayaran Utang dan berhak untuk menjual aset yang menjadi jaminan tersebut serta dapat menerima hasil penjualannya seolah-olah kepailitan tidak sedang berlangsung. Dalam konteks perlindungan preventif, perjanjian kredit yang melibatkan jaminan kebendaan dari pihak ketiga harus dilaksanakan sesuai dengan ketentuan yang berlaku. Sementara dalam aspek represif, kreditur memiliki hak untuk mengambil langkah hukum, termasuk mengajukan peninjauan kembali, guna melindungi kepentingan dan hak-haknya.
PENGARUH SIKAP KEUANGAN, GAYA HIDUP DAN PENDAPATAN TERHADAP PERILAKU PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN GENERASI MILENIAL
Authors: Lindananty Lindananty , Theresia Febiola , Arifin Zainul
Published: December 2024

Millennials had been a widely discussed generation during the demographic bonus period. Millennials were the first generation to experience the development of global techno­logy. One of the impacts of technological development on millennials was that they had difficulty managing their finances because they tend to be impulsive and focused on short-term rewards. Therefore, financial management was necessary, involving applying financial attitudes, lifestyles, and income. This study aimed to test the influence of financial attitudes, lifestyles, and income on financial management behavior. The research data was obtained by distributing questionnaires to 64 millennial respondents from the Mawar Sharon Church (GMS) in Malang. The results showed that financial attitudes and lifestyles did not affect financial management behavior, while income affected financial management behavior. The implications of this research provided direction for millennials' financial education so that they can change their financial management behavior to be more effective. Generasi  milenial merupakan generasi yang sangat banyak dibahas selama masa bonus demografi. Milenial sendiri merupakan generasi pertama yang menikmati perkembangan teknologi dunia. Salah satu dampak perkembangan teknologi pada Generasi Milenial adalah mereka mengalami kesulitan dalam mengelola keuangannya karena mereka cenderung ber­sikap impulsif, fokus pada kesenangan untuk memuaskan dirinya. Oleh karena itu, diperlu­kannya perilaku pengelolaan keuangan dengan mengaplikasikan sikap keuangan, gaya hidup dan pendapatan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh sikap keuangan, gaya hidup dan pendapatan pada perilaku pengelolaan keuangan. Data penelitian ini diperoleh dengan cara menyebarkan kuesioner, jumlah responden yaitu 64 orang Generasi Milenial Gereja Mawar Sharon (GMS) Malang. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa sikap keuangan dan gaya hidup tidak berpengaruh pada perilaku pengelolaan keuangan sedangkan pendapatan berpengaruh pada perilaku pengelolaan keuangan. Implikasi penelitian ini dapat memberikan arahan untuk edukasi keuangan bagi Generasi Milenial, sehingga dapat merubah perilaku pengelolaan keuangan yang lebih efektif.
First records of Selaginella kraussiana and Selaginella subcordata from Senegal (Selaginellaceae)
Authors: Mingou Paterne , Gueye Mathieu , Bayet Theophile , Cambier Christophe
Published: December 2024

The monogeneric family Selaginellaceae is made up of about 700 species distributed throughout the world, but the most concentrated part is in tropical and subtropical areas. According to the most recent infrageneric classification of the genus Selaginella, six or seven subgenera can be recognised and perhaps 700 species. The genus is monophyletic, cosmopolitan, characterised by the presence of rhizophores, ligulated leaves and has a reniform adaxial sporangia with two type of spores (heterospory).

The records of two species are reported, that is S. kraussiana (Kunze) A.Braun and S. subcordata A.Braun ex Kuhn, which are new for the state of Senegal. Ecological traits, especially related to the habitat and altitude-elevation distribution, are also described for these species. Both species were collected in the south of Senegal, more precisely in the region of Kédougou for S. Kraussiana and in the regions of Kédougou, Tambacounda and Ziguinchor for S. subcordata.
Description of Mesopolobus askewi sp. nov. (Hymenoptera, Pteromalidae), with notes on the fauna of Asaphesinae and Pteromalidae (Hymenoptera, Chalcidoidea) collected from foliage of Picea abies (L.) H. Karst. in Bulgaria
Authors: Todorov Ivaylo , Mitroiu Mircea-Dan , Bobeva Aneliya , Boyadzhiev Peter
Published: December 2024

Mesopolobus Westwood, 1833 consists of about 135 valid species worldwide. After the fundamental monograph of Graham (1969), 12 species have been described from continental Europe and three species have been described from the Canary Islands and Malta. Amongst them, one species, Mesopolobus blascoi Askew, 1994, has been synonymised under Mesopolobus maculipennis (Mercet, 1923). Only eight species have been reported from Bulgaria to date.

Here we describe a new species, Mesopolobus askewi sp. nov. and present new data on the Bulgarian chalcidoid fauna obtained by sampling in foliage of the Norway spruce, P. abies. Mesopolobus askewi sp. nov. can be distinguished from the most morphologically similar species, M. longicollis Graham, by the following characters: clypeus with deeper emargination, fore wings with basal vein having complete row of setae, head blue to bluish-green, mesosoma bluish-green to green with coppery reflections, legs after coxae mostly fulvous, only distal one-fifth of meso- and metatibiae yellowish, protarsi with fifth segment yellowish, only tarsal claws fuscous, venation pale testaceous. Furthermore, we identified nine valid species of the family Pteromalidae belonging to four genera – Mesopolobus (three spp.), Pachyneuron (one sp.), Stenomalina (one sp.) and Trichomalus (four spp.) and one species of subfamily Asaphesinae (Chalcidoidea, incertae sedis), all represented in our samples by many specimens and none having previously been reported as associated with foliage of the Norway spruce. Three of the species are new records for the Bulgarian fauna.
Effects of Biologics on Temporomandibular Joint Inflammation in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Authors: Stoustrup Peter , Kellenberger Christian J. , Høst Christian , Küseler Annelise , Pedersen Thomas K. , Herlin Troels , Glerup Mia
Published: December 2024

Objective

This prospective study investigates the efficacy of biologics in combination with methotrexate (MTX) or leflunomide (LEF) on juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)-related temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthritis measured by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based inflammation score and deformity score.

Methods

A prospective, single-center observational cohort study of 18 consecutive patients was performed between September 2018 and April 2023. Inclusion criteria were (1) diagnosis of JIA, (2) MRI-verified TMJ arthritis leading to treatment with tumor necrosis factor inhibitor (TNFi), (3) MRI at 6 months and 24 months after treatment initiation, and (4) clinical follow-up together with an MRI by a pediatric rheumatologist and an orthodontist.

Results

We included 18 patients (89% female). At the time of the first MRI, median age was 13.2 years (IQR 9.9-17.4), median disease duration was 7.8 years (IQR 3.4-11.1), and 4 received MTX or LEF. During the observation period, significant improvements were observed in TMJ movement pain (P= 0.01), morning stiffness (P= 0.004), opening capacity (P= 0.03), and maximal incisal openingP= 0.006). The inflammation score decreased significantly from a median of 2 (IQR 1-3) at baseline to a median of 1 (IQR 0-2) at 24 months (P= 0.009). In 17 of 36 TMJs (47%), the deformity score improved or remained stable and no significant increase in the median score was observed.

Conclusion

This is the first prospective, observational study with evidence to support that the orofacial signs, symptoms, and MRI-derived inflammation score in TMJ arthritis can be reduced by treatment with TNFi.
Improving Gout Care in a Canadian Academic Medical Center Through a Multidisciplinary Nurse-Led Protocol
Authors: Audet Thomas , Picard-Turcot Marie-Aude , Robindaine Julie , Carrier Nathalie , Dagenais Pierre
Published: December 2024

Objective

Following Health Canada's knowledge translation framework, we report the results of a clinical audit from 2012 to 2015 followed by a multidisciplinary, nurse-led gout care protocol with a treat-to-target (T2T) strategy implemented in April 2018.

Methods

A clinical audit with chart reviewing was completed for adults with gout and urate-lowering therapy (ULT) indication at the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke. A nurse-led treatment algorithm using allopurinol was then developed. Titration of ULT by a nurse every 4 weeks was done until serum uric acid (SUA) target. In the postprotocol implementation, adults with gout and ULT indication were retrospectively recruited through a billing agency until December 2020. The main outcome was SUA target achievement at 6 months.

Results

Of 50 patients identified in the audit, 31% reached SUA target at 6 months and 16% were lost to follow-up. A 74-patient postprotocol implementation cohort was recruited, with 43 in the protocol group and 31 under usual care. Most prevalent ULT indication was ≥ 2 gout attacks per year (n = 52) at 70%. Target SUA was reached in 65% (n = 28) in the protocol group at 6 months compared to 19% (n = 6) in the usual care group (P< 0.001). Failing to titrate medication in the usual care group was the leading cause for nonachievement of SUA target at 6 months. Five percent of patients were lost to follow-up, all in the usual care group.

Conclusion

A multidisciplinary, nurse-led protocol with a T2T strategy implemented after a clinical audit significantly improved gout care. Such protocol could be replicated elsewhere in Canada.
Innovation Booster Technologie et Handicap
Authors: Frund Robert , Marca Kaba Hadja A
Published: December 2024

Ce texte relate mon expérience en tant que cheffe de projet pour la Recherche-Action Collaborative (RAC) « Franchir le mur du son », dans le cadre du programme Innovation Booster Technologie et Handicap (IBTH). Étant moi-même atteinte d’une surdité profonde et à l’origine de ce projet visant à améliorer l’accès à l’emploi pour les personnes sourdes, j’ai été choisie comme requérante principale. Cette nomination illustre l’importance de valoriser les expertises d’usage, mais pose la question de ses effets concrets sur la personne impliquée. En intégrant ma subjectivité dans l’analyse, j’ai découvert que ma reconnaissance en tant qu’experte était une innovation totale pour moi, créant à la fois enthousiasme et doutes. Mon rôle de cheffe de projet m’a confrontée à des défis de leadership, m’obligeant à apprendre à collaborer et déléguer, et à trouver ma place au sein de l’équipe. La RAC, en favorisant une collaboration horizontale, m’a permis de travailler de manière constructive avec des partenaires variés, enrichissant l’expérience de tous. Ce projet a non seulement renforcé mon estime de moi et ma motivation, mais a également démontré l’importance de l’inclusion des personnes concernées à tous les niveaux décisionnels. La méthodologie participative a révélé des effets personnels et sociaux puissants, soulignant l’importance de reconnaître et valoriser les compétences de chacun pour une véritable innovation sociale.
Innovation Booster Technologie et Handicap
Authors: Bovigny-Sandoz Sarah , Nanchen Benjamin , Ehrenzeller Luisa , Saviozzi Cristina
Published: December 2024

Ce texte s’intéresse à la participation des personnes concernées au processus de conception centrées sur les utilisatrices et utilisateurs (CCU). Il met en évidence leur participation limitée, en particulier celle des personnes en situation de handicap (PSH), au processus de co-innovation, souvent cantonnée aux étapes d’empathie et de test et sans voix aux décisions. Pour dépasser cette limite, la méthode de la Recherche Action Collaborative (RAC) est proposée. Celle-ci préconise une participation égale de toutes les parties prenantes – PSH, personnes professionnelles ou universitaires – tout au long du processus de co-innovation. Le texte explore l’évolution de la méthode de design de service d’une approche interdisciplinaire à une approche transdisciplinaire, en soulignant l’importance de prendre en compte divers types de connaissances. Un cas d’étude – la création d’un réseau culturel inclusif – illustre l’application de l’approche transdisciplinaire de design de service. Initialement développée pour la co-innovation avec les PSH, l’approche pourrait être utile pour tout type de projet d’innovation sociale qui se veut participatif et transformatif tout en contribuant à l’ empowerment des consommatrices et consommateurs. De plus, nous appelons à repenser certains outils des méthodes CCU pour une réelle participation des personnes concernées au processus de co-innovation.
La préparation physique des sports collectifs
Authors: Guignard Brice , Seifert Ludovic
Published: December 2024

Ce chapitre présente les technologies les plus utilisées et les plus récentes dans le milieu de l’entraînement et de la préparation physique telles que les systèmes vidéo (multi-caméras), de localisation globale (GNSS) ou locale (LPS), et de centrales inertielles. Cette omniprésence de la technologie impose aux utilisateurs de connaître précisément le périmètre d’action de chaque système de mesure pour une utilisation appropriée. Le chapitre décrit les principes et la technologie de chaque système de mesure, les critères d’analyse de ces systèmes, c’est-à-dire la fiabilité, la précision et les limites de ces systèmes afin d’informer le lecteur sur les précautions d’usage à respecter en fonction des domaines d’application, tels que la quantification de la demande physique ou charge externe de travail, la prévention des blessures, la réathlétisation, la détection des chocs, la détection de phase de jeu et l’analyse technico-tactique qui contribuent au suivi de l’entraînement et à la préparation physique.
La préparation physique des sports collectifs
Authors: Maurelli O. , Bouzigues T. , Candau R. , Prioux J.
Published: December 2024

Le volleyball est caractérisé par ses efforts intenses, brefs et répétés. Les différences physique et technique entre les postes impliquent une individualisation du travail effectué et imposent aux entraîneurs un monitoring précis de l’entraînement. De plus, les contraintes mécaniques induites par la répétition des sauts sont source de blessure et exigent une préparation physique rigoureuse dans un double objectif d’amélioration de la performance et de prévention des blessures.
L'Afrique en transformation
Authors: Cornet Annie , Maningo Sara Kitenge
Published: December 2024

Dans ce chapitre, nous nous sommes intéressées aux carrières des femmes diplômées d’études supérieures en RDC, plus particulièrement dans sa dimension subjective. Partant des ancres de carrière de Schein (1971, 1990, 1996a), enrichies par les travaux de Suutaru et Taka (2004). Nous identifions deux nouvelles ancres de carrière en contexte africain, que nous avons nommées : « ancre sens du devoir envers la famille » et « ancre croyances religieuses ». Nous montrons l’importance d’introduire, dans les recherches sur les ancres de carrière, le genre (mise en contexte en regard de la place de la femme dans la société congolaise) et les facteurs contextuels, en lien avec le contexte externe de l’Afrique subsaharienne (Kamdem et al., 2020 ; Cornet et al., 2021). Cela nous permet de mettre en évidence les transformations managériales et les innovations théoriques qui peuvent émerger des données qualitatives enracinées dans un contexte culturel nouveau.