bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Marxist Ideology in Turkish Cinema: The Ideological Analysis of the 'Kibar Feyzo' Movie
Authors: TÜRTEN Burak , İNCE Mustafa , KÜÇÜK Olgun
Published: October 2024

The present study undertakes an analysis of the movie "Kibar Feyzo" (1978), directed by Aṯıf Yılmaz, using the lens of Marxist ideology. The movie was chosen through the purposive sample method because it effectively portrays significant
aspects, including the impact of the feudal lord on society, the concept of women as economic resources, the societal roles of religion and religious leaders, class struggle, and cultural customs and traditions. The goal of this
study is to conduct a critical analysis of the manner in which "Kibar Feyzo" engages with the dynamics of social class, conventional norms, and gender roles prevalent in Turkish culture, within the framework of Marx's ideological
perspective. Discourse analysis techniques are utilized in the study to provide support for ideological critique. The present study aims to enhance comprehension of Turkish society and cinema through the facilitation of a more
robust exchange between Marxist theory, ideology, and movie studies. Additionally, it seeks to provide novel insights within the realm of social and cultural studies. Therefore, it is anticipated that this study will make a significant
scholarly contribution to the fields of Turkish cinema and Marxist criticism literature. It aims to position "Kibar Feyzo" not only as a source of enjoyment, but also as a piece of work that interrogates, critiques, and offers
alternative viewpoints on social and economic frameworks.
Examining the Relationship Between Economic Freedom and Tourism: An Empirical Analysis for Selected Countries
Authors: GÜNDOĞAN Hilal , COŞKUN Kerim , ÇELİK Süleyman
Published: October 2024

Turizm en hızlı büyüyen sektörlerden biri olarak kabul edilmesi nedeniyle hem gelişmiş hem de gelişmekte olan ülkelerde oldukça önemli bir yere sahiptir. Turizmin desteklenmesinin ve teşvik edilmesinin temel nedenleri arasında; istihdam
olanağı yaratması, döviz gelirlerinin artırılması, ödemeler dengesine olumlu katkı sağlaması ve bölgeler arası dengesizliği giderici etkileri gösterilmektedir. Dolayısıyla turizm sektörünün ülke ekonomisin gelişmesini ve kalkınmasını
sağlayan en önemli unsurlardan biri olduğu ifade edilmektedir. Bununla birlikte ekonomik büyümenin sağlanması açısından ön plana çıkan ekonomik özgürlük turizmde rekabet gücünün artırılması bakımından da büyük önem taşımaktadır.
Ayrıca ekonomik özgürlük seviyesinin yüksek düzeyde olması, turist sayısının ve gelirlerin artmasını sağladığı için turizm sektörünü olumlu bir şekilde etkilediği belirtilmektedir. Bu doğrultuda araştırmanın amacı ekonomik özgürlüğün
turizm üzerindeki etkisinin ampirik olarak incelenmesidir. Araştırmada turist sayısı bakımından dünya sıralamasında öne çıkan beş ülke (ABD, İspanya, Türkiye, Fransa ve İtalya) seçilmiştir. Bu ülkelere yönelik 1995-2022 dönemine
ait yıllık veriler kullanılarak panel veri yöntemiyle ampirik analizde bulunulmuştur. Canning ve Pedroni (2008) nedensellik testi sonuçlarına göre, ABD, İspanya, Fransa ve İtalya ülkelerinde ekonomik özgürlükten turizm gelirlerine
yönelik nedensellik olduğu gözlenmiştir. Çalışmada elde edilen bir diğer sonuca göre ekonomik özgürlük endeksinde meydana gelen artışın turizm gelirlerinde artış meydana getirdiği tespit edilmiştir. Bu doğrultuda en yüksek artışın
ABD’de en küçük artışın ise İspanya’da gerçekleştiği belirlenmiştir.
Psycho-social Dimensions of Altruism in Youth (Ankara/Yenimahalle Sample)
Authors: GÜNGÖR Özcan , YORGANCILAR Serkan
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the psycho-social dimensions of altruism among youth using the Ankara/Yenimahalle Youth Center. In accordance with the decision of University Social and Human Sciences Ethics Committee, the ethical compliance
of the study was approved with the meeting date and decision number 15.02.2023.02/25. Altruism is defined as actions performed for the benefit of others without expecting any return, influenced by factors such as age, gender, and
emotional state. The findings reveal that the altruism levels of young people vary according to their income status, but no significant differences were found based on gender, age, educational status, or university attended. Additionally,
a strong positive correlation was observed between the overall altruism scale and the sub-dimensions of helping (r=0.979) and philanthropy (r=0.906). This indicates that altruism is a multifaceted construct encompassing both everyday
helping behaviors and planned philanthropic actions. The study categorizes young people's motivations for altruism into four main groups: norm-based motivations linked to religious or spiritual factors, need-based motivations,
abstract motivations such as humanism, and socio-political learning factors. These findings highlight that while gender, age, education, and university type do not significantly influence altruism levels, income status plays a
crucial role. Specifically, young people with an income of 5000-8000 TL exhibit higher altruism levels compared to those with an income of 8001-10000 TL. This aligns with some studies suggesting that lower-income individuals may
exhibit higher altruism due to empathetic motivations. The study also discusses the role of cultural and social factors in shaping altruistic behavior. Despite the general belief that higher education levels and age might lead
to more secular and individualistic attitudes, this study found no significant differences in altruism based on these factors among Turkish youth. The study suggests that the common socialization environments and recent political
events in Türkiye have contributed to similar altruistic reflexes among young people, regardless of their educational background or age. The findings underscore the complexity of altruism, influenced by a combination of personal,
cultural, and situational factors. For a more comprehensive understanding of altruism, future research should include participants from older age groups and consider additional variables. In conclusion, this study provides valuable
insights into the factors influencing altruism among Turkish youth. The results indicate that income status is a significant determinant of altruism levels, while other demographic factors such as gender, age, education, and university
type do not show significant differences. The strong correlation between altruism and its sub-dimensions of helping and philanthropy highlights the interconnected nature of these behaviors in the context of social interactions
and community support.
Adolescent Future Thinking Rating Scale: Adaptation to Turkish Culture
Authors: Furkan TUNÇ Muhammed , AY Tuğba , YÜKSEL Müge
Published: October 2024

Bu çalışmada Ergen Geleceğe Yönelik Düşünce Ölçeği'nin Türkiye'deki geçerlilik ve güvenirliği incelenmiştir. ‘‘Ergen Geleceğe Yönelik Düşünce Ölçeği’’ üç alt boyuttan, on sekiz maddeden ve beşli Likert ölçeğinden oluşmaktadır. Ölçeğin
Türk kültürüne uyarlanması sürecine başlamadan önce, ilk olarak sorumlu yazardan e-posta yoluyla izin talep edilmiştir. Ölçek için gerekli izin alındıktan sonra, beş ayrı uzman orijinal ölçek maddelerini İngilizceden Türkçeye çevirmiştir.
Daha sonra doktora öğrencilerinden oluşan bir panel ile çeviri süreci devam etmiştir. Daha sonra iki uzman Türkçe formu tekrar İngilizceye çevirmiş ve maddelerin dilsel açıdan anlaşılabilirliğini değerlendirmek üzere otuz katılımcının
yer aldığı bir pilot çalışma gerçekleştirilmiştir. Bir dil uzmanının yardımı ve pilot çalışmadan elde edilen girdilerle nihai Türkçe form oluşturulmuştur. Türkçe formun son hali, bir Türk dili uzmanının yardımı ve pilot çalışmadan
elde edilen sonuçlarla hazırlanmıştır. Dilsel eşdeğerlik çalışmasında, otuz kişilik bir gruba üç hafta aralıklarla önce İngilizce form uygulanmış, ardından aynı gruba Türkçe form uygulanmıştır. Maddeler arası korelasyon ve bağımlı
grup t-testi analizleri yapılmıştır. Ölçeğin Türkçe geçerliğini değerlendirmek için yapısal eşitlik modelinin doğrulayıcı faktör analizi uygulanmış, güvenirliğini test etmek amacıyla iç tutarlılık katsayısı değerleri hesaplanmıştır.
Güvenilirlik ve geçerlilik değerlerine göre ölçeğin Türk kültürüne uygun olduğu sonucuna varılmıştır. …. Üniversitesi Eğitim Bilimler Enstitüsü Araştırma ve Yayın Etik Kurulu 15.12.2023 tarihli 12-24 sayılı kararına göre çalışmanın
etik kurul onayı alınmıştır.
Interactive Revelation
Authors: BİNGÖL Abdulkerim
Published: October 2024

İslam inancına göre kâinat ve içindeki varlıklar Allah tarafından yaratılmıştır. Dolayısıyla O, alemin mutlak hâkimi ve belirleyicisidir. Bununla birlikte Allah, alemi yaratılmışların varlıklarını sürdürmesine uygun şekilde dizayn
etmiştir. Diğer varlıklardan üstün kıldığı, dünyada fail konumda inşa ettiği insanı akıl, irade ve ilah ile kul arasındaki aktif iletişimi ifade eden vahiy marifetiyle yaşamını ikame etmesini kolaylaştırmıştır. Allah vahiy ile
aleme müdahil, yönlendirici olurken, kul da akıl ve irade melekesi sayesinde arzularının, taleplerinin karşılanmasını yoluna başvuragelmiştir. Bu bağlamda sema ile yer arasında aktif iletişimin ismi olan vahyin aşkın, beşer üstü
boyutu önem arz ettiği gibi onun muhatabı olan insanın algısı, dili de önem arz etmektedir. Son ilahi mesaj olan Kur’an’ın nüzul sürecinde, indiği dönemin koşullarının ve muhataplarının taleplerinin ayetlerin içeriğine yansıma
vaziyeti çalışmanın konusu olarak belirlenmiştir. Nitekim Kur’an’ın muhtevasının aşkın ve beşerî boyutu arasındaki etkileşimin belirlenmesi vahyin mahiyetini ortaya koymada önem arz etmektedir. Bu hususuyla konu, ayetlerin içeriğini
şekillendirmede etkisi bulunan soru-cevaplar, muhataplarının durumunu veya taleplerini yansıtan ayetlerin incelenmesiyle sınırlandırılmıştır. Bunun için ilk başta zikredilen niteliğe binaen nazil olan ayetler belirlenmiştir. Akabinde
bu mülahaza doğrultusunda tefsir eserleri ile ayetlerin nüzulüne dair bilgiler içeren diğer kaynaklar incelenmiştir. Ayrıca mevzuya dair yazılan tarihi kaynaklardaki veriler de taranarak ilgili bilgiler analiz ve değerlendirilmeye
tabi tutulmuştur.
A Proposal Regarding the Arabic Language Abdülaziz Fehmî Pasha’s Attempt to Replace Arabic Script with the Latin Alphabet
Authors: BAYRAM Encümen
Published: October 2024

Yaşayan diller içerisinde kadim bir hüviyete sahip olan Arap dili, tarihî seyir içerisinde farklı müdahalelere maruz kalmıştır. Geniş bir coğrafyada kullanılan ve İslam’ın temel kaynaklarının dili olma vasfı da taşıyan Arapça, Hami-Sami
dil ailesine mensuptur. Bu dil gurubunda yer alan dillerin kaynak dilinin hangisi olduğuna dair tartışmalar devam ederken Arapça, Kur’ân dili kimliğiyle on dört asırdır kendisini koruyabilmiştir. Ancak farklı zaman dilimlerinde
onun kolaylaştırılması, gereksiz veya fazla görülen konularının atılması gibi nedenlerle Arap diline müdahaleler olmuştur. Yakın geçmiş zamanlarda daha çok görülen çalışmalardan birisi de onun alfabesine yöneliktir. Özellikle millî
devletlerin kurulmaya başlandığı ve Batıya doğru ilim, bilim, fen ve sanayi alanında bir yönelimin görüldüğü bir dönemde Türk Harf İnkılabının da etkisiyle Arap aydın ve siyasîleri arasında alfabenin değiştirilmesiyle ilgili tartışmalar
hız kazanmıştır. Nitekim yapılan çalışmaların en dikkat çekenlerinin başında Abdülaziz Fehmî Paşa’nın Arap harflerini Latin alfabesiyle değiştirmeyi öngören layihası gelmektedir. Mısır’ın, İngilizlerden bağımsızlığını kazanma ve
yeniden inşa edilmesinde temayüz eden lider gurubun içerisinde yer almasından dolayı Fehmî Paşa’nın layihası, bu alanda merkezi bir konuma yerleşmiştir. Onun, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk’ü ve Türk Harf İnkılabını örnek alması da bu çalışma
açısından değer taşır. Metin tahlil yöntemi kullanılarak yapılan bu araştırmada, Abdülaziz Fehmî Paşa’nın Arap alfabesini Latin alfabesiyle değiştirmeyi öngördüğü layihası ele alınmaktadır. Konuya Arap alfabesinin serencamı, ona
dair yapılan çalışmalara yer verilmektedir. Fehmî Paşa’nın layihasını hazırlamasındaki nedenler, onun takip ettiği metot ve çalışmasına yapılan itirazlar üzerinde durulmaktadır. Ayrıca layihanın hazırlanmasında ve yayımlanmasında
beliren etki-tepki döngüsü de irdelenmektedir.
Sustainable Neck Pain Management for Homemakers: An Experimental Study
Authors: Naik Prashant Prabhakar , Naik Jinal , Katke Sneha , Shetti Sachin , Anthikat Manaal
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Neck Pain (NP), a major global disability, disproportionately affects women, especially homemakers performing repetitive domestic tasks with poor ergonomics. Regular exercise helps, but access might be limited. Telerehabilitation, using technology for remote care, emerges as a potential solution. Homemakers with NP often lack access to exercise programmes. This study tests if telerehabilitation with exercises and ergonomics improves their function. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of a combined tele-rehabilitation programme incorporating structured neck exercises and ergonomic advice for the sustainable management of NP among homemakers experiencing nonspecific NP. Materials and Methods: This experimental study was carried out at BV(DU), School of Physiotherapy on 63 female homemakers residing at Sangli city, Maharashtra. The duration of study was one year from March 2023 to April 2024. Participants aged 25-55, with moderate NP (VAS 2-5) and performing tasks like chopping, mopping, and lifting for more than 4 hours a day, were included. A 30-day telerehabilitation programme with daily supervised exercises and ergonomic advice was carried out. Wilcoxon Matched Pairs test was used to compare pretest and post-test VAS, Neck Disability Index (NDI), performance, and Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) scores. The p-value: 0.001 (at 5% level of significance). Results: The combined intervention significantly improved pain, strength, quality of life, and all components of the ICF Core Set, a standardised outcome measure for disability. 68.46% reduction was seen in VAS scores; 83.68% reduction was seen in NDI scores with effect size 0.9570. Maximum improvement of 100% was seen in code d4103 (sitting) and a minimum improvement of 40.86% was seen in code d4105 (bending). Conclusion: Telerehabilitation with structured neck exercises and ergonomic advice can effectively reduce pain, improve strength and quality of life, and enhance function in homemakers with NP. This study also highlights the ICF Core Set’s usefulness in evaluating NP interventions. Telerehabilitation offers a promising, accessible treatment option for individuals facing barriers to in-person care.
Chemoprotective Effect of Eugenol on Repeated dose Doxorubicin, Induced Genotoxic Lesions in Mouse Bone Marrow
Authors: M. N. Jadhav , G. A. Chandratre , D. Lather , P. Bagri , P. Saini , M. Saharan , V. Nehra
Published: October 2024

In present study, an attempt has been made to evaluate the possible in vivo chemoprotective potential of eugenol against doxorubicin induced genotoxic lesion in bone marrow. Swiss albino female mice were administered Eugenol (10 mg/kg/day, orally) 15 days before doxorubicin administration as well as concomitantly with doxorubicin. Genotoxic lesions were induced by a repeated dose intraperitoneal injection of doxorubicin (5mg/kg b.w. i.p. upto 9 days (alternate day). Micronuclei assay and COMET assay were carried out to determine genetic damage in bone marrow. Histopathological evaluation of bone marrow was also done to study lesions at cellular level. The study results demonstrated that eugenol significantly mitigated Doxorubicin induced micronuclei formation and DNA damage in the bone marrow niche. Histopathological observations revealed that Doxorubicn-intoxication resulted in massive structural impairment of bone marrow which was reduced by eugenol administration. Amelioration by eugenol is more significant in mice those received eugenol 15 days prior to Doxorubicin administration suggesting its chemoprotection. The present study suggests eugenol has the promising chemoprotective effect against Doxorubin-induced genetic lesions in mice bone marrow.
Assessing the Challenges in Managing School Funds for Heads of Secondary Schools in Kilolo District, Tanzania
Authors: Zacharia Febronia , Gwambene Brown , Chaula Egidio
Published: October 2024

This study sought to identify the “Challenges in Managing School Funds for Heads of Secondary Schools in Kilolo District, Tanzania” through a mixed approach with the population of one District educational officer, six heads of schools, six school bursars and sixty-three secondary school teachers who obtained through purposive sampling and simple random techniques. Questionnaires and interviews used to collect data. Data analysed through thematic analysis and descriptive statistics with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) computer software. The findings found that heads of secondary schools faced numerous challenges such as inadequate funds from the government, inconsistencies disbursement of money from the government and bureaucracy. In addition, distance (remoteness of the schools), transport cost and time consumer when heads of schools needs procurement budgets approved from the  District Educational Officer, poor support from the parents and some staff as well as denying school management training on financial management issues were among the challenges. Lastly, the findings found that training, workshops, provision of seminars will enhancing the heads of schools’ financial management literacy.  Moreover, heads of schools should involve other staff members, school management team (SMT), and the use of educational financial guidelines as a source of knowledge and skills to manage schools’ fiscal resources. It also recommended that the heads of schools should adhere to the proper practices of financial management through monetary auditing. Likewise, Tanzania government should provide managerial training, workshops and seminars as the best strategies to diminish financial management challenges as well as introducing financial management courses in teachers’ colleges and universities prepare experts in the schools’ financial management activities.
Socio-economic Impact Assessment of Salinity Prevention Structure-Bardasagar Scheme in Porbandar District of Gujarat, India
Authors: Parmar Vatsalya K. , Patel D.B.
Published: October 2024

India's vast coastline, spanning 7,516 kilometers, faces a critical challenge of seawater intrusion, resulting in salinity issues that profoundly affect agriculture, water resources, and socio-economic well-being. Among the coastal states, Gujarat, with its extensive 1,600-kilometer coastline, bears a significant burden of this phenomenon. The Barda Sagar Prevention Scheme aims to mitigate these effects by managing water resources effectively, thereby reducing salinity impact in the Porbandar area of Gujarat and ensuring the well-being of local communities. The Barda Sagar Scheme, situated in Rinavada village within Porbandar taluka of Gujarat, stands as a vital initiative aimed at addressing these challenges. This study meticulously evaluates the scheme's impact on agriculture, livestock, and rural livelihoods in both upstream and downstream villages. The findings underscore the scheme's substantial positive influence on various facets of rural life. Significant shifts in cropping patterns and agricultural land usage, accompanied by notable increases in crop yields, particularly in principal crops like groundnut and cumin, demonstrate the scheme's efficacy in enhancing agricultural productivity. Moreover, changes in livestock population, production, and feeding practices suggest potential improvements in livestock management and productivity, despite some fluctuations in livestock populations. Access to safe drinking water, a fundamental aspect of rural livelihoods, has witnessed considerable improvement due to the scheme's implementation. Increased reliance on the Narmada pipeline and enhanced access to potable water across surveyed villages reflect positive strides in water security and overall living standards. However, the study also identifies various challenges and factors influencing the observed changes. Soil degradation, pest incidence, and the need for sustainable water management strategies emerge as notable challenges that require ongoing attention and intervention. While positive drivers such as increased rainfall and improved market access have facilitated progress, continued monitoring, and adaptive management remain imperative for ensuring the scheme's long-term sustainability and efficacy.
Assessing Water Balance Influenced by Conservation Measures for Sustainable High-value Vegetable Cultivation: A Case Study of Battuvagu Watershed in Telangana, India
Authors: Mishra Purnima , Rani T. Baby , Laxmi K. Venkata , Rajasekar B. , Swetha T. Navya
Published: October 2024

Rainfed areas are crucial for India’s agriculture, covering 50% of the total farmland and contributing 40% of the country’s food production. In recent years, the adverse effects of climate change have been found to be exacerbating the complex problems in vulnerable rainfed areas. While climate change affects many aspects of the environment, its impact on water resources is often swift and apparent, with far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, human well-being, and sustainable development.  In this context, water budgeting at watershed level and its management are crucial towards promotion of climate resilient agriculture in the rainfed ecosystems. Comprehensive assessment of water balance was attempted, estimating the demand from agriculture, domestic and livestock needs and availability of water in terms of groundwater recharge from different sources and effective surface water stored in an agricultural watershed falling in Siddipet district of Telangana state of India. It involved collection of data on population, land use, and estimating irrigation water needs for crops, humans and livestock, followed by inventorying surface storage structures. Further, water inflow, runoff, and groundwater recharge were calculated using standard methods. The water balance was then determined by subtracting total demand from total availability. The study revealed that the water balance improved significantly, shifting from a deficit (-1.18 ha-m) of pre-project phase to a surplus (+67.91 ha-m) during post-watershed development. Thus, this study revealed the effectiveness of soil and water conservation measures taken up as a part of watershed development project in enhancing groundwater recharge and effective surface water storage capacity leading to positive water balance. The study also evaluated the use of groundwater in terms of stage of development in the pre and post project scenarios. The study concluded that there is a need for controlling the over extraction of groundwater through crop diversification especially towards market driven, less water consuming high value vegetable cultivation based on water availability with active people participation along with awareness building, propagation of efficient water application (micro-irrigation) methods, group mode of irrigation, and conjunctive use of surface and groundwater, etc. for long-term water security in the watershed.
Effects of Hexanal Based Formulation on Shelf Life of Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassaDuch.)
Authors: Datta Himadri Shekhar , Barua P.C. , Kotoky U. , Das R. , Saikia H. , Nath H.K. Deva
Published: October 2024

We evaluated the role of ‘Enhanced Freshness Formulation’ (EFF) having hexanal as the main component on shelf life enhancement of strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) cv. Sweet Charlie. Hexanal based Enhanced Freshness Formulation was sourced from Centre for Agricultural Nanotechnology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. After crop harvest, a laboratory experiment in completely randomized design was done at ambient temperature (about 22-30°C) with 5-treatments (dipping of freshly harvested berries in hexanal of varying strengths)viz., 1 % hexanal for 2.5 min (V1), 1% hexanal for 5 min (V2), 2% hexanal for 2.5 min (V3) and 2% hexanal for 5 min (V4). Undipped berries were considered as control treatment (V5). Fruit firmness, shelf life, physiological loss in weight, decay loss and anthocyanin content were studied. The study revealed that dipping the berries in 2% hexanal for 2.5 min proved most effective to prolong the shelf life of strawberry. Maximum shelf life (5.90 days) and fruit firmness (5.88 N mm-1) were obtained in the most efficacious treatment, thereby extending the marketing period.
A Study of Laparoscopic Transabdominal Preperitoneal Repair in Inguinal Hernia
Authors: Bansod Atish N , Sawase Niteen B , Satpudke Mauktik , Hakim Yusuf
Published: October 2024

Background: Laparoscopic Transabdominal Preperitoneal (TAPP) repair is a minimally invasive technique for managing inguinal hernias, offering benefits like reduced postoperative pain, quicker recovery, and lower recurrence rates.
Aims & Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical profile, safety, and feasibility of TAPP repair in patients with uncomplicated inguinal hernias, focusing on surgical outcomes and recovery metrics.
Study Design: This prospective interventional study was conducted in the Department of General Surgery at a tertiary care center. Institutional ethics committee approval was secured before the study commenced. Fifty patients with reducible, non-obstructed, and non-strangulated inguinal hernias participated after providing informed consent. Demoic data, clinical findings, and surgical outcomes were documented using a structured case report form, with preoperative investigations ensuring surgical suitability.
Operative Procedure: TAPP repair was performed under general anesthesia, involving pneumoperitoneum creation and trocar insertion. Key steps included meticulous dissection of the preperitoneal space, reduction of the hernia sac, placement of Prolene mesh over the defect, and closure of the peritoneal flap.
Results: Among the 50 cases, the most common age group was 41-50 years (30%), with a mean age of 43 ± 15 years, and a male-to-female ratio of 49:1. Right-sided hernias (44%) were primarily indirect (76%). Mean operative times were 70 ± 10 minutes for unilateral and 110 ± 10 minutes for bilateral repairs. Postoperative pain scores decreased significantly, with minor complications noted: scrotal emphysema (2%) and port site infection (2%).
Conclusion: The study offers insights into the effectiveness and safety of TAPP repair for inguinal hernias. By analyzing demoics and surgical outcomes, we support TAPP repair as a preferred method in modern surgical practice.
Effect of Agronomic Biofortification of Zinc and Iron on Plant Height and Seed Yield of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Varieties
Authors: Choudhary Rohin , Shukla U.N. , Sutaliya Ramdev , Raiger P.R. , Sodani Rekha , Kumar Rakesh
Published: October 2024

The present field experiment was conducted to study the effect of agronomic biofortification of zinc and iron on chickpea during Rabi season of 2021-22 and 2022-23 at the instructional farm, College of Agriculture, Jodhpur. The field experiment was laid out in split plot design comprised two varieties of chickpea (‘GNG-2144’ and ‘GNG-2171’) and three levels of iron fortification treatment including control (F0), 20 kg FeSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % FeSO4 (F1) and 25 kg FeSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % FeSO4 (F3) in the main plot and four-levels of zinc fortification viz. control (Z0), ZSB (SI) + 15 kg ZnSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % ZnSO4 (Z1), ZSB (SI) + 20 kg ZnSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % ZnSO4 (Z2) and ZSB (SI) + 25 kg ZnSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % ZnSO4 (Z3) in sub-plot. These three experimental variables make twenty-four treatment combinations were taken as experimental factors to study their effect on biofortification in chickpea. The results revealed that variety GNG-2144 recorded higher plant height and higher seed yield over variety GNG-2171. Among Iron levels treatment 25 kg FeSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % FeSO4 (F3) significantly recorded higher seed yield as compare to 20 kg FeSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % FeSO4 (F1). Moreover, Zinc fortification treatment ZSB (SI) + 25 kg ZnSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % ZnSO4 (Z3) was found significantly superior over the treatment ZSB (SI) + 15 kg ZnSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % ZnSO4 (Z1) and at par with ZSB (SI) + 20 kg ZnSO4 (SA) + 0.5 % ZnSO4 (Z2).
Performance Evaluation and Release of High-Yielding Dual-Purpose Rabi Sorghum Culture Tandur Jonna 1' (SVT 68) for Cultivation in Telangana, India
Authors: Sujatha K. , Kumar C. V. Sameer , Shivani D. , Pushpavalli S.N.C.V.L. , Minnie Smt. C. Manikya , Sandeep S. , Kumar M.V. Nagesh , Rani C. Sudha , Sudhakar C. , Satish P. , Rani Smt. K. Sandya , Shekhar K. , Reddy T. Rajeshwar
Published: October 2024

Aims: To develop a high yielding dual purpose Rabi sorghum culture suitable for the state of Telangana.
Study of Design: Randomized Block Design.
Place and Duration of Study: The Present study was conducted at AgriculturalResearch Station, Tandur, Vikarabad from 2007 to 2013 to breed the culture SVT 68 and subsequently evaluated in different trials from 2014 to 2021.
Methodology: A high yielding, dual purpose Rabi sorghum variety was derived from a cross between PV 15 x CSV 216R through Pedigree method of breeding and subsequently it was evaluated instation level from 2014 – 2016, AICRP trial in 2017-18 in, state MLT in 2018-19, Minikits in 2019-2021 for its grain and fodder yields, resistance to pests and diseases and showed superior performance over the Popular check M 35-1.
Results: The high yielding dual purpose Rabi sorghum culture SVT 68 recorded an average grain yield of 2993 kg/ha and fodder yield of 9258 kg/ha with an increase of grain yield of 17.3 per cent and fodder yield of 20.4 per cent, over the popular check M 35-1. The culture is moderately resistant to charcoal rot, shoot fly, tolerant to leaf blight and rust and on par with M 35-1 with respect to stem borer and aphid damage. It has high crude fibre content (2.71) and rich in micro nutrients Iron (41.86 mg/kg), Zinc (26.67 mg/kg) and Calcium (177.60 mg/kg).
Conclusion: Owing to its superiority in terms of grain, fodder yields, pest, disease tolerance, nutritional quality, agronomic performance, higher net returns depicted in the form of Benefit cost ratio, the culture SVT 68 was released during 2021 in the name of Tandur Jonna 1 and notified for general cultivation by farmers in Telangana state.
Characteristics of Shaped Charge Jets by the Shape of the Inhibitor Inserted into the Liner
Authors: Choi Joonhong , Koo Manhoi
Published: October 2024

The performance of a shaped charge bomb depends on the explosive performance, liner precision machining and manufacturing quality. The key performance is how uniformly the liner transforms into a jet. In order to reduce the performance of the shaped charge bomb from a protection point of view, this study investigated the characteristics of the jet formation and progression by inserting inhibitors of different shapes into the liner using flash X-ray experimental analysis techniques. The larger the volume filled inside the liner, the lower the rate of high-speed jet generation, which was well confirmed by experiments. Due to the effect of the inhibitor, it takes a considerable amount of time delay to form a jet after explosion compared to a normal shot, and quantity and mass of jet particles that can contribute to penetration are decreased, and the penetration power is also greatly reduced due to the scattering of segmented jets.
Bioengineering of Polyhydroxyalkanoates
Authors: Taguchi Seiichi
Published: May 2017

Establishment of a renewable whole‐cell catalyst platform for the production of biobased polymeric materials is an important area of synthetic biology. In this article, the fundamental properties of natural polyesters polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), bearing a structural variety of over 160 monomeric constituents, are explained especially in terms of structure and function. Based on the strategic pathway engineering, successful bioengineering of PHAs is introduced together with several case studies on monomer‐supplying routes and PHA synthase enzyme alteration. Particularly, the effectiveness of engineering PHA synthesis–related enzymes is highly stressed. Important advances, such as the discovery of a “lactate‐polymerizing enzyme” (LPE) and the establishment of microbial platform for lactate‐based polyesters from renewable feedstock, are also presented. LPE‐based achievements for creating a new variety of incorporated unnatural monomers are expanded to 2‐hydroxybutyrate and glycolate units. This is a typical synthetic biology integrated by various biotechnological toolboxes to create novel polyesters, such as LA‐based polyesters and tailored‐made PHAs.
Electromagnetic signal penetration in a planetary soil simulant: Estimated attenuation rates using GPR and TDR in volcanic deposits on Mount Etna
Authors: Lauro S. E. , Mattei E. , Cosciotti B. , Di Paolo F. , Arcone S. A. , Viccaro M. , Pettinelli E.
Published: May 2017

Ground‐penetrating radar (GPR) is a well‐established geophysical terrestrial exploration method and has recently become one of the most promising for planetary subsurface exploration. Several future landing vehicles like EXOMARS, 2020 NASA ROVER, and Chang'e‐4, to mention a few, will host GPR. A GPR survey has been conducted on volcanic deposits on Mount Etna (Italy), considered a good analogue for Martian and Lunar volcanic terrains, to test a novel methodology for subsoil dielectric properties estimation. The stratigraphy of the volcanic deposits was investigated using 500 MHz and 1 GHz antennas in two different configurations: transverse electric and transverse magnetic. Sloping discontinuities have been used to estimate the loss tangents of the upper layer of such deposits by applying the amplitude‐decay and frequency shift methods and approximating the GPR transmitted signal by Gaussian and Ricker wavelets. The loss tangent values, estimated using these two methodologies, were compared and validated with those retrieved from time domain reflectometry measurements acquired along the radar profiles. The results show that the proposed analysis, together with typical GPR methods for the estimation of the real part of permittivity, can be successfully used to characterize the electrical properties of planetary subsurface and to define some constraints on its lithology of the subsurface.
Radiometric traceability diagnosis and bias correction for the Suomi NPP VIIRS long‐wave infrared channels during blackbody unsteady states
Authors: Cao Changyong , Wang Wenhui , Blonski Slawomir , Zhang Bin
Published: May 2017

The Suomi National Polar‐orbiting Partnership Program (NPP) Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) Thermal Emissive Bands (TEBs) have been performing well since the data became available on 20 January 2012, and the Sensor Data Record data reached validated maturity on 18 March 2014. While overall the validation has shown that these channels have an estimated absolute uncertainty on the order of 0.1 K based on extensive comparisons, there is a remaining issue that persisted over the years. A calibration bias on the order of 0.1 K is introduced in channels such as M15 during the quarterly blackbody temperature warm‐up/cooldown, and the bias is further amplified by the sea surface temperature (SST) retrieval algorithm up to 0.3 K in the global daily‐averaged products which causes an apparent spike in the SST time series. Our investigation reveals that this bias is caused by a fundamental but flawed theoretical assumption in the VIIRS calibration equation, which states that the shape of the calibration curve is assumed unchanged from prelaunch to postlaunch without any constrains. While the assumption may work to account for long‐term degradation, it has a shortcoming during the blackbody unsteady state. In this study, we present a diagnostic and correction method with a compensatory term (Ltrace) to reconcile the assumption such that it removes the calibration bias during the blackbody temperature changes. The methodology has been tested using historical data, and the results are very positive. The implementation has minimal impacts on the operational data processing system and is readily available for use in operations.
Shallow ponds are heterogeneous habitats within a temperate salt marsh ecosystem
Authors: Spivak Amanda C. , Gosselin Kelsey , Howard Evan , Mariotti Giulio , Forbrich Inke , Stanley Rachel , Sylva Sean P.
Published: May 2017

Integrating spatial heterogeneity into assessments of salt marsh biogeochemistry is becoming increasingly important because disturbances that reduce plant productivity and soil drainage may contribute to an expansion of shallow ponds. These permanently inundated and sometimes prominent landscape features can exist for decades, yet little is known about pond biogeochemistry or their role in marsh ecosystem functioning. We characterized three ponds in a temperate salt marsh (MA, USA) over alternating periods of tidal isolation and flushing, during summer and fall, by evaluating the composition of plant communities and organic matter pools and measuring surface water oxygen, temperature, and conductivity. The ponds were located in the high marsh and had similar depths, temperatures, and salinities. Despite this, they had different levels of suspended particulate, dissolved, and sediment organic matter and abundances of phytoplankton, macroalgae, and Ruppia maritima. Differences in plant communities were reflected in pond metabolism rates, which ranged from autotrophic to heterotrophic. Integrating ponds into landcover‐based estimates of marsh metabolism resulted in slower rates of net production (−8.1 ± 0.3 to −15.7 ± 0.9%) and respiration (−2.9 ± 0.5 to −10.0 ± 0.4%), compared to rates based on emergent grasses alone. Seasonality had a greater effect on pond water chemistry, organic matter pools, and algal abundances than tidal connectivity. Alternating stretches of tidal isolation and flushing did not affect pond salinities or algal communities, suggesting that exchange between ponds and nearby creeks was limited. Overall, we found that ponds are heterogeneous habitats and future expansion could reduce landscape connectivity and the ability of marshes to capture and store carbon.
DNA‐induced unfolding of the thyroid hormone receptor α A/B domain through allostery
Authors: Fernandez Elias J. , Gahlot Vandna , Rodriguez Celeste , Amburn Jacob
Published: May 2017

The A/B domains of nuclear receptors such as thyroid receptor α (TRα) are considered to be conformationally flexible and can potentially adopt multiple structural conformations. We used intrinsic tryptophan fluorescence quenching and circular dichroism spectroscopy to characterize the unfolding of this A/B domain upon DNA binding to the contiguous DNA‐binding domain (DBD). We propose that this allosteric change in A/B domain conformation can allow it to make the multiple interactions with distinct molecular factors of the transcriptional preinitiation complex. We further suggest that by influencing the affinity of the DBD for DNA, A/B domain can fine‐tune the recognition of promotor DNA by TRα.
Lamellar Ceramic Semicrystalline‐Polymer Composite Fabricated by Freeze Casting
Authors: Huang Jiacheng , Xu Zhe , Moreno Salvador , Morsali Seyedreza , Zhou Zhong , Daryadel Soheil , Baniasadi Mahmoud , Qian Dong , Minary‐Jolandan Majid
Published: May 2017

Understanding the role of ductile polymer phase in mechanical behavior of bioinspired hybrid composites is an important step toward development of materials with damage tolerant properties. Herein, the authors report on fabrication and characterization of a bioinspired lamellar composite by incorporation of a semicrystalline polymer into a freeze casted scaffold. The elastic modulus and ductility of the polymer phase can be changed by more than three and 55 times, respectively, in addition to 42 folds decrease in modulus of toughness, by thermal annealing post‐processing, after infiltration into the freeze casted ceramic scaffold. The results show that although polymer phase affects the fracture toughness and flexural behavior of the composite, the drastic changes in mechanical properties of the polymer phase has only marginal effect in the resulted properties of the composite. The authors use in situ SEM experiments and finite element simulation to investigate the deformation mechanism and the effect of the polymer phase on the distribution of stress in the fabricated composites.
DNA Lipoplex‐Based Light‐Harvesting Antennae
Authors: Jo Sung Duk , Kim Jee Seon , Kim Inhye , Yun Jun Su , Park Jae Chul , Koo Bon Il , Lee Eunji , Nam Yoon Sung
Published: May 2017

Natural light‐harvesting complexes are operated through the well‐designed self‐assembly of pigments with large protein complexes in a thylakoid lipid bilayer. However, a long‐range, directed transfer of excitation energy has not been achieved in artificial systems because the nanoscale arrangement of chromophores into stable micrometer‐scale structures is highly challenging. Here the multiscale assembly of chromophores for excited energy transfer through the arrangement of chromophores on nanoscale DNA templates followed by their incorporation into larger multilamellar lipid structures is reported. Single‐strand 10 nucleotide DNA molecules containing a terminal residue linked with three different chromophores are hybridized with their complementary 30 nucleotide matrix DNA strand. Due to the short DNA sequences, the energy transfer of the DNA‐templated chromophore arrays is limited at 4 °C. However, the incorporation of DNA‐templated chromophores into lipid‐DNA complexes dramatically increases both of the efficiencies and antenna effects of the single and two‐step energy transfers at room temperature through the structural stabilization and the secondary assembly of DNA between the interstitial spaces of multilamellar lipid structures. The findings suggest that the supramolecular alignment of DNA‐templated chromophores, which has never been explored previously, can be a very promising route toward directed, long‐range light harvesting.
Improved Interfacial Floatability of Superhydrophobic/Superhydrophilic Janus Sheet Inspired by Lotus Leaf
Authors: Zhao Yuyan , Yu Cunming , Lan Hao , Cao Moyuan , Jiang Lei
Published: May 2017

Interfacial materials exhibiting superwettability have emerged as important tools for solving the real‐world issues, such as oil‐spill cleanup, fog harvesting, etc. The Janus superwettability of lotus leaf inspires the design of asymmetric interface materials using the superhydrophobic/superhydrophilic binary cooperative strategy. Here, the presented Janus copper sheet, composed of a superhydrophobic upper surface and a superhydrophilic lower surface, is able to be steadily fixed at the air/water interfaces, showing improved interfacial floatability. Compared with the floatable superhydrophobic substrate, the Janus sheet not only floats on but also attaches to the air–water interface. Similar results on Janus sheet are discovered at other multiphase interfaces such as hexane/water and water/CCl4 interfaces. In accordance with the improved stability and antirotation property, the microboat constructed by a Janus sheet shows the reliable navigating ability even under turbulent water flow. This contribution should unlock more functions of Janus interface materials, and extend the application scope of the binary cooperative materials system with superwettability.
Tuning Up or Down the Critical Thickness in LaAlO3/SrTiO3 through In Situ Deposition of Metal Overlayers
Authors: Vaz Diogo Castro , Lesne Edouard , Sander Anke , Naganuma Hiroshi , Jacquet Eric , Santamaria Jacobo , Barthélémy Agnès , Bibes Manuel
Published: May 2017

The quasi 2D electron system (q2DES) that forms at the interface between LaAlO3 and SrTiO3 has attracted much attention from the oxide electronics community. One of its hallmark features is the existence of a critical LaAlO3 thickness of 4 unit‐cells (uc) for interfacial conductivity to emerge. In this paper, the chemical, electronic, and transport properties of LaAlO3/SrTiO3 samples capped with different metals grown in a system combining pulsed laser deposition, sputtering, and in situ X‐ray photoemission spectroscopy are investigated. The results show that for metals with low work function a q2DES forms at 1–2 uc of LaAlO3 and is accompanied by a partial oxidation of the metal, a phenomenon that affects the q2DES properties and triggers the formation of defects. In contrast, for noble metals, the critical thickness is increased above 4 uc. The results are discussed in terms of a hybrid mechanism that incorporates electrostatic and chemical effects.
Photosensitization Priming of Tumor Microenvironments Improves Delivery of Nanotherapeutics via Neutrophil Infiltration
Authors: Chu Dafeng , Dong Xinyue , Zhao Qi , Gu Jingkai , Wang Zhenjia
Published: May 2017

Remodeling of tumor microenvironments enables enhanced delivery of nanoparticles (NPs). This study shows that direct priming of a tumor tissue using photosensitization rapidly activates neutrophil infiltration that mediates delivery of nanotherapeutics into the tumor. A drug delivery platform is comprised of NPs coated with anti‐CD11b antibodies (Abs) that target activated neutrophils. Intravital microscopy demonstrates that the movement of anti‐CD11b Abs‐decorated NPs (NPs‐CD11b) into the tumor is mediated by neutrophil infiltration induced by photosensitization (PS) because the systemic depletion of neutrophils completely abolishes the nanoparticle tumor deposition. The neutrophil uptake of NPs does not alter neutrophil activation and transmigration. For cancer therapy in mice, tumor PS and photothermal therapy of anti‐CD11b Abs‐linked gold nanorods (GNRs‐CD11b) are combined to treat the carcinoma tumor. The result indicates that neutrophil tumor infiltration enhances nanoparticle cancer therapy. The findings reveal that promoting tumor infiltration of neutrophils by manipulating tumor microenvironments could be a novel strategy to actively deliver nanotherapeutics in cancer therapies.
Chemo‐enzymatic synthesis of dendronized polymers for cyanine dye encapsulation
Authors: Kumar Shiv , Achazi Katharina , Licha Kai , Manchanda Priyanka , Haag Rainer , Sharma Sunil Kumar
Published: May 2017

Cyanine 3 is an amphiphilic fluorescent dye used in optical imaging, bioengineering, and for cellular internalization. However, the applications of the dye are limited due to its poor aqueous stability, aggregation tendency, and lack of selectivity. To address these issues, we have developed PEG and azidotriglycerol based dendronized polymers using Novozym 435 as a biocatalyst under solvent free conditions. The resulting polymer having azido and hydroxyl functionalities available in the backbone were further grafted with alkyl chains and polyglycerol dendrons using esterification and ‘Click’ chemistry approach. These polymers form stable micelles at micromolar concentration. All the polymers were characterized from their spectral data and their tendency to encapsulate cyanine 3 dye studied using UV‐Vis and fluorescence spectroscopy. The cytotoxicity study of the polymers performed against A549 cell lines suggests them to be nontoxic up to a concentration of 500 μg/ml.