bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A multi-criteria model approach for identifying priorities in road maintenance in the province of Lampung, Indonesia
Authors: Irsan Mulyadi , Karsaman Rudy Hermawan , Najid Najid , Putranto Leksmono Suryo , Sugito Sugito
Published: May 2024

The source of financing largely determines the implementation of road maintenance. Due to the limited funding capacity of the Regional Government, the performance of road maintenance cannot be handled throughout the provincial road network, so it is necessary to determine the priorities and types of maintenance that must be performed carefully and accurately following the conditions. Therefore, this article conducts a study to determine the priority scale in road maintenance in the province of Lampung (Indonesia), which is limited by the government's financial capacity to make comprehensive improvements through a multi-criteria analysis approach. The approach used is a survey method with purposive sampling, integrated with a multi-criteria analysis approach to find eigenvalues as a priority for improvement. There are at least eight groups with 238 respondents who provide input in determining the priority of road preservation in the province of Lampung. The results show that there are ten main parameter criteria to assess the implementation of road preservation in the Lampung province, including accessibility, social, regional development, economy, number of vehicles, security, congestion, road damage, road safety, and regional disparities. The results of the calculation of the multi-criteria analysis of the parameters found that the "road damage" parameter has the highest weight or eigenvalue. The following parameter that becomes the main consideration is the economic aspect and accessibility, with the second and third largest eigenvalues. The security parameter is a factor that is not considered because it is ranked the lowest.
Experimental study of precast concrete walls using bamboo as alternative reinforcement
Authors: Purba Ronny Hasudungan , Sari Titis Lukita , Sugito Sugito , Muhtar Muhtar
Published: May 2024

The public's demand for simple, livable houses means that material studies to support this continue to be carried out today, starting from using natural materials such as bamboo as precast concrete walls. This study aims to conduct an experimental study using bamboo rope from the Gigantochloa Apus variety as an alternative reinforcement for precast concrete walls. Research was carried out on 12 precast concrete wall test specimens, and the flexural properties, flexural strength, and crack patterns were formulated when subjected to a quasi-static load concentrated in the middle of the span. The concrete slab measures 600800 mm with a 50 and 75 mm thickness. The three configurations of bamboo bones used include (1) Gedhek-type woven bamboo slats, (2) bamboo slat type, and (3) Sasak-type woven bamboo slats. The research results show that Sasak-type woven bamboo slat reinforcement is the most effective alternative reinforcement. The behavior of the test specimen shows a ductile failure pattern similar to conventional reinforced concrete. The maximum moment capacity achieved is 1.5 to 2.2 times greater than the theoretical nominal moment capacity. Meanwhile, the behavior of test specimens with conventional plate-type woven bamboo slat reinforcement showed sudden and brittle failure due to slippage at the bond between the bamboo reinforcement and concrete. The average maximum moment from the test results is 60% of the theoretical nominal moment. The results of this research recommend that woven bamboo slats of the conventional plate reinforcement type are less effective as alternative reinforcement if they are not given special treatment to increase their adhesion to concrete. Gedhek-type woven bamboo slats are not effective as alternative reinforcement because they cause separation of the top and bottom parts of the woven concrete, thereby reducing the integrity of the cross-section and causing the cross-sectional capacity to be relatively small.
A Study on Quantitative Risk Assessment Methodology for Consumer Products Based on Korean Product Data
Authors:   Korea Safety Culture Society, Yun Pil Jun , Lee Jae Man , Jo Hee Rae , Kang Ho Yeon , Park Tae Hyun
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to contribute to enhancing consumer safety by researching a quantitative product risk assessment method that allows for annual monitoring of product hazards. The study proposes a method for conducting rapid and straightforward evaluations annually using accident data from the Korea Consumer Agency, product usage survey data, and resident population data. Based on the number of accidents, usage rates, and population, probabilities of occurrences were derived, and severity was calculated based on injuries and affected body parts to perform quantitative evaluations. As a result of the research, 262 consumer products were evaluated using the proposed method, identifying 12 products with severe risk ratings, 6 products with increased risk, and 11 products with decreased risk annually. These evaluation results have the significant advantage of being able to observe changes in product hazards annually. They can be utilized not only for enhancing safety, easing regulations, and consumer education policy formulation but also as foundational data for various sectors including consumers, parents, children, and educators, thereby contributing to raising awareness and policy formulation regarding domestic consumer safety.
Recognition of importance and performance level of oral health among parents with young children
Authors:   Korea Safety Culture Society, Cha Sun Mi , Kwon Hye Jin
Published: May 2024

Purpose: This study was conducted to suggest implications for oral health education for young children by examining the recognition of the importance of young children's oral health and the level of implementation among parents of recognition.
Method: A survey was conducted on 320 parents of young children in Region C from July 10 to July 28, 2023. A total of 293 questionnaires were used in the final analysis. The collected data were conducted to frequency analysis, IPA analysis using IBM SPSS Statistics 25.0
Results: First, the question with the highest recognition of the importance of oral health care for children among parents of young children was ‘If a child says their teeth hurt, they receive dental treatment quickly. The item with the highest level of implementation was ‘When purchasing a toothbrush, purchase a children’s toothbrush that matches the size of child’s teeth.’ Second, the question with the highest recognition of the importance of oral health education for children among parents of young children was ‘Instructing children to brush their teeth, tongue, and gums when brushing their teeth.’ The question with the highest level of implementation was ‘Educate child to eat foods that are beneficial to dental health.’
Conclusions: There is a need to improve parents' level of practice regarding oral health of young children, including proper brushing of teeth, oral check-ups, and use of oral products. Nutrition education, oral health and safety parent education, and early childhood teacher retraining are requested.
gráfica en la industria audiovisual
Authors: Romero Paula
Published: May 2024

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lugar a través de plataformas VBD en el cine de animación
Authors: Pendiente
Published: May 2024

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A 42-kHz ultrasonic transmitter based on a tms320c6713b processor
Authors: Cojocaru Victor
Published: May 2024

The paper describes a software design for a 42-kHz ultrasonic transmitter based on the 32bit timer of a TMS320C6713B processor.
探討兒童青少年拒學問題:生態系統觀的原因、介入與案例
Authors: 許淨惠 許淨惠
Published: May 2024

兒童青少年拒學問題一直以來都是複雜和難解的課題。研究者基於生態系統觀點探討拒學原因與介入方法，並認為若能分別主要與次要影響因素，先針對主要影響因素進行介入，將更能在有限的時間和資源內改善出席率，故提出三個層次的原因與介入模式。此模式中不同層次差別在主要影響因素的數量不同，層次一包含兩個因素的相互影響，如：個人與家庭。層次二包含三個因素的相互影響，如：個人、家庭與學校。層次三包含四個因素的相互影響。原因部分，個人因素包含身體狀況、心理狀況和特質；家庭因素包含五點，即家長特質與身心健康、家庭功能與動力、家庭期待與參與度...等；學校因素包含六點，即轉換學校、學校氛圍、管教與出席...等；社會因素包含五點，即經濟拉力、文化價值觀、政策或法規...等。介入部分，個人因素包含醫療介入、提升行為技巧、增進認知技巧、提供專業資源；家庭因素包含五點，即進行意外或風險管理訓練、提供諮詢或家訪、提供認知訓練...等；學校因素包含七點，即辨識和轉介高風險學生、推動反霸凌政策、鼓勵學習社群與生涯活動...等；社會因素包含社區資源、警政與司法、社會機構與媒體、教育、諮商與醫療。最後提出中年級拒學案例說明如何改善拒學。Problematic school refusal in youth has long been a complex and vexatious issue. This article reviews the literature that affect school refusal based on ecological perspective. It is believed that if we can differentiate between primary and secondary influencing factors and first intervene with the primary influencing factors, we can better improve school attendance within limited time and resources. Furthermore, a three-level model that emphasizes on comprehensive causes and user-friendly systematic intervention recommendations is proposed. Level one includes the interaction of two factors, such as the individual and the family. Level two includes the interaction of three factors, namely the individual, family, and school. Level three includes the interaction of four factors. Among the causes, personal factors can be addressed through physical condition, mental condition and trait. Family factors include five points, such as parents’ trait, mental and physical health, family function and family dynamic, family expectations and involvement... etc... School factors include six points, namely transferring schools, school atmosphere, discipline and attendance policies...etc.. Social factors include five points, such as economic pressures, cultural values, policies or regulations...etc.. Regarding interventions, personal factors can be addressed through medical treatment, enhancing behavioral skills, increasing cognitive skills, and providing professional resources. Family factors include five points, namely conducting accident or risk training, consultation and home visits, providing cognitive training...etc.. School factors include seven points, such as identifying and referring high-risk students, promoting an anti-bullying policy, encouraging learning groups and career activities...etc... Social factors include community resources, policing and Justice, social organizations and media, education, counseling and medical services. In the end, there is a case example of a fourth-grade child, explains how to address school refusal.
Beyond Two Endings: The “Septimius” Manuscripts and Hawthorne’s Perspective of Civil War America
Authors: Fujimura Nozomi
Published: May 2024

This article reconsiders the two endings of the “Septimius” manuscripts and reevaluates the potential of Hawthorne’s romance in his final years. Although the complexity of Hawthorne’s later works and his perspective on the Civil War have gained significant scholarly attention, earlier scholarship generally assumes that the two “Septimius” manuscripts, “Septimius Felton” and “Septimius Norton,” would have had the same ending if only Hawthorne had completed them. Challenging this assumption, this article argues that the two manuscripts are more different than understood heretofore and that it was imperative for Hawthorne to retain two versions of the story. By reexamining Hawthorne’s complex writing process and the recurring themes in his later works, this article illuminates Hawthorne’s exploration of the significance of America in the transnational history of civil wars and highlights his critique not only of the American Civil War but also of America’s history of civil wars.
Gamma Irradiation-Mediated Alterations in Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Efficacy of Zubaidi, a Wild Edible Desert Truffle (Terfezia boudieri), with Implications for Pharmaceutical Applications
Authors: ALTAMIM Ebtehal Abdulaziz
Published: May 2024

In exploring the impact of γ-radiation on the biochemical makeup and antimicrobial attributes of Zubaidi truffle (Terfezia boudieri), this study delved into the nuanced interplay between irradiation doses, chemical components, and antimicrobial efficacy. This research scrutinized the influence of γ-radiation on the chemical constitutes and antimicrobial characteristics of Zubaidi truffle (Terfezia boudieri). By applying four distinct doses of γ-radiation (2.5, 5.0, 7.5, and 10 kGy), the study assesses various parameters, including phenols, flavonoids, total and reduced soluble sugars, crude and soluble protein, total amino acids, antioxidant activity, and the susceptibility of examined strains to irradiated and non-irradiated truffle extracts in comparison to standard antibiotics. The findings elucidate that γ-irradiation induces moderate adjustments in the chemical composition, coupled with a dose-dependent escalation in antioxidant activity. Remarkably, irradiated truffle extracts highlight antibiotic efficacy comparable to standard antibiotics, unveiling a nuanced correlation influenced by both radiation dosage and bacterial strain.
Characterization of Brazilian Cascade and Chinook hops and their dry-hopped beer
Authors: GUIMARÃES Bernardo Pontes , DUTRA Romulo Coriolano , CARMO Talita Souza , SUAREZ Paulo Anselmo Ziani , GHESTI Grace Ferreira
Published: May 2024

The flowers (cones) of Hop (Humulus lupulus L.) have extensive applications in the brewery industry and in Brazil, 98% of which is imported. The Brazilian cultivated hops have multiple flowerings, and therefore the cone cultivation period could be shortened. Herein, Cascade and Chinook whole cones cultivated in Brazil were analyzed and compared with American pellets. Following the European Brewery Convention (EBC) methodology, the contents of alpha acids, polyphenols, and essential oils were quantified and used as comparison criteria. Amidst the Brazilian Cascade essential oils, isoamyl propanoate and 6-methyl heptanoate were identified, both of which were responsible for pineapple aromas and were absent in American pellets. The dry hopping (DH) process promoted higher alcohol beverage value, lower dissolved oxygen, and higher polyphenol values. In comparison with the commercial counterpart, the Brazilian Cascade hops presented similar characteristics, but with different organoleptic properties (terroir), inherent to their growing place. The resulting terroir adds value to the Brazilian Cascade usage, considering the DH overall process and the application in special beers.
EXPLORING THE LEVELS OF CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE AND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AMONG ASIAN INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Authors:   University of Debrecen, GEBREGERGIS W.T. , KOVÁCS K.E. ,   University of Debrecen, CSUKONYI C. ,   University of Debrecen
Published: May 2024

Cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence have gained substantial attention as integral components of the intercultural adaptation process. Despite their significance, there exists a research gap in examining the specific levels of these competencies within homogeneous cohorts of international students. Therefore, the main purpose of this study was to address this gap by assessing the levels of cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence among Asian international students enrolled in Chinese universities and their associated with sociodemographic variables. The study comprised 228 student participants. Participants completed self-report questionnaires measuring their cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. The findings reveal that a significant proportion of Asian international students exhibit moderate to high levels of both cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. Additionally, the research highlights a positive correlation between cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. Among sociodemographic variables, prior travel experiences and international students’ friendships with local students displayed significant relationships with their cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. However, gender, age, and educational level were not significantly related to cultural and emotional intelligence competencies. The study might offer valuable insights into the extensive body of cross-cultural literature on international students and can also serve as a practical guide for university communities seeking to implement measures that enhance the cultural and emotional intelligence of international students.
EDUCATIONAL INVESTMENT AS SOFT POWER: CHINA’S STRATEGY IN CULTIVATING QATARI HUMAN CAPITAL
Authors:   Sun Yat-sen University, ZREIK M.
Published: May 2024

This paper investigates the strategic use of education as a tool of soft power, focusing on China’s investment in the education of Qatari human capital. It explores how education, a non-coercive form of influence, contributes to China’s global reputation and socio-economic progress. The research employs a mixed-method approach, including quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, to assess the impact of Chinese educational investments on Qatari students. The findings indicate that China’s educational support, through scholarships and cultural exchange, positively influences Qatari students’ perceptions and fosters a favourable image of China. The study highlights the significance of educational investment in building soft power, with China utilizing scholarships and cultural programs to attract international students, particularly from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The effectiveness of China’s soft power strategy is demonstrated through increased educational cooperation under the “Belt and Road” initiative, contributing to China’s global influence and international relations.
Perfil del Laboratorio Urbano TUC: Naucalpan, México
Authors: Roll Michael , Romero Magallán Marisol , Ramírez Andrea , Guerra Flávia , Ramos-Galvez Alejandra , Sandholz Simone , Campos-Sánchez Mariana , Zubicaray Gorka , Pozos-Espinosa Óscar Jair , Villasís-Escobedo Andrea , Enríquez-Alcaraz Ana Iris
Published: May 2024

Después de casi dos años en funcionamiento, los desafíos y logros clave del Laboratorio Urbano (LU) TUC establecido en Naucalpan, México, proporcionan lecciones valiosas para mantener las actividades en curso, acelerar transformaciones más amplias y guiar iniciativas similares en otros lugares: 1. RECONOCER LOS DESAFÍOS Y BENEFICIOS DE LA FLUCTUACIÓN DE LA ADHESIÓN DEL LU: Si existe un grupo central de miembros del LU, cabe esperar cambios en la adhesión del LU y a menudo son beneficiosos. Este cambio ya se puede planificar tan pronto como el LU entre en una nueva fase, por ejemplo, cuando se pasa de la planificación a la implementación de acciones concretas. Los facilitadores del LU deben apoyar la integración de los nuevos miembros para maximizar el beneficio de sus nuevas perspectivas y contribuciones al trabajo continuo del LU. 2. ABORDAR LA REPRESENTACIÓN LIMITADA DE LOS RESIDENTES Y EL SECTOR PRIVADO: Los procesos de participación necesitan una metodología sólida y un pensamiento creativo. Incluso con las mejores intenciones y la facilitación adecuada, ciertos grupos o sectores son particularmente difíciles de involucrar en los LU. Esto puede deberse a que algunos miembros del LU tienen dudas y ven posibles riesgos en la participación de otros, a no ver beneficios o simplemente a no estar interesados. En el futuro, el LU de Naucalpan considerará enfoques y formatos alternativos, innovadores y específicos a nivel local para fomentar la participación y el compromiso significativo de estas partes interesadas. 3. APROVECHAR LAS DIVERSAS PERSPECTIVAS PARA FOMENTAR NUEVAS REDES Y CONFIANZA MUTUA: Al proporcionar un entorno para el intercambio y la discusión constructiva de perspectivas diferentes, conocimientos, intereses y opiniones, el enfoque del LU fomenta el surgimiento de nuevas redes, así como la confianza mutua y la cohesión. Esto es particularmente evidente entre la sociedad civil y el gobierno en un entorno que, de otro modo, sería de "baja confianza en el gobierno" y proporciona una base sólida para la acción climática colectiva. 4. NAVEGAR POR LA PARTICIPACIÓN Y LA DEPENDENCIA DE LAS AUTORIDADES GUBERNAMENTALES: Si bien la participación y el apoyo de las autoridades gubernamentales son fundamentales para los LU, depender demasiado de ellas es un riesgo para la neutralidad de los LU, para las discusiones constructivas y para su posible impacto transformador. Por lo tanto, la participación y el apoyo del gobierno, deben equilibrarse cuidadosamente con los de otros sectores, para que sean una oportunidad para la operación del LU, la sostenibilidad y la ampliación de los proyectos experimentales.
Perfil del Laboratorio Urbano TUC: Barrio 20, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Authors: Guerra Flávia , Nesprias Julia , Ramos-Galvez Alejandra , Turmena Lucas , Sandholz Simone , Roll Michael , Hardoy Jorgelina , Almansi Florencia , Ochagavía Macarena , Almansi Fernando
Published: May 2024

Después de más de dos años en funcionamiento, los desafíos y logros clave del Laboratorio Urbano (LU) TUC establecido en el Barrio 20 en Buenos Aires, Argentina, proporcionan lecciones valiosas para mantener las actividades en curso, acelerar transformaciones más amplias y guiar iniciativas similares en otros lugares: 1. INTEGRACIÓN DE LA ACCIÓN CLIMÁTICA CON LOS PROCESOS PARTICIPATIVOS EXISTENTES: El LU Barrio 20 despegó relativamente rápido al capitalizar las estructuras preexistentes y la aceptación política, fomentando la colaboración y manteniendo la flexibilidad, especialmente frente a diferentes perspectivas divergentes. El aprovechamiento del marco de gobernanza participativa establecido en el PIRU facilitó la introducción de una perspectiva climática. 2. CAMBIO DE MENTALIDAD Y ENFOQUES EN LA GOBERNANZA: El potencial transformador de la integración de la acción climática y el desarrollo urbano, particularmente en asentamientos informales como Barrio 20, depende de la localización de la agenda climática a la realidad del territorio y la creación conjunta de un entendimiento fundamentado en las prioridades locales. Para cambiar las mentalidades y los enfoques de gobernanza relacionados con el cambio climático es necesario reconocer y tender puentes entre diferentes tipos de conocimientos y experiencias, y fomentar una concienciación sobre los beneficios que resuenan en la comunidad. 3. MANTENER Y AMPLIAR LOS PROCESOS Y RESULTADOS TRANSFORMADORES: Los esfuerzos para iniciar, mantener y ampliar la transformación deben reconocer y abordar la naturaleza multifacética y ardua de la participación, además de cultivar nuevas capacidades y liderazgos y promover reformas de políticas con impacto sistémico. Compartir los éxitos dentro y fuera de Barrio 20 es vital, al igual que lo es asegurar una compensación financiera para la comunidad y sortear con los vaivenes administrativos para garantizar la sostenibilidad a largo plazo de estas iniciativas.
Oksalik asit Zerdali ve Myrobolan 29C Anaçlarına Aşılı ‘Perfect Red’ Kayısı Çeşidinde Hasat Öncesi Oksalik Asit Uygulamalarının Meyve İriliği ve Antioksidan Özellikleri Üzerine Etkisi
Authors: Yıldırım Fatma , Binici Selçuk , Pepe Ayşe Vildan , Çelik Civan , Yıldırım Adnan Nurhan
Published: May 2024

Bu çalışma, Isparta ekolojik koşullarında, 2022 yılı vejetasyon döneminde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışmada hasat öncesi oksalik asit uygulamasının meyve kalitesi ve biyokimyasal içerikleri üzerine etkisi araştırılmıştır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda, Zerdali ve Myrobolan 29C anaçlarına aşılı ‘Perfect Red’ kayısı çeşidinin ağaçlarına hasat öncesinde iki kez (3 Haziran-18 Haziran) 1 mM oksalik asit (OA) uygulaması yapılmıştır. Son uygulamadan 25 gün (13 Temmuz) sonra meyveler hasat edilmiş, pomolojik ve biyokimyasal analizler yapılmıştır. Elde edilen sonuçlara göre meyve ağırlığı, meyve boyu, sertlik, L* ve b* değerleri bakımından istatistik anlamda farklılık çıkmamıştır. Ancak OA uygulamasında meyve ağırlığı ve meyve eti sertliği nispeten yüksek değerlerde saptanmıştır. Meyve eni, a* değeri, toplam fenolik, toplam flavonoid ve toplam antioksidan kapasite açısından uygulama × anaç faktörü önemli bulunmuştur. OA uygulaması kontrole göre meyve enini Zerdali anacında %9.5, Myrobolan 29C anacında ise %14.5 düzeyinde artırmıştır. Zerdali anacında OA uygulaması meyve kabuk a* değerini kontrole göre önemli derecede düşürmüştür (%32.8). Çalışmada, OA uygulaması kontrole göre meyvelerin toplam fenolik, toplam flavonoid ve toplam antioksidan kapasite özelliklerini önemli düzeyde artırmıştır (sırasıyla ortalama %40.1, %46.3 ve %41.6). Kayısıda, hasat öncesi OA uygulamaları, hasatta kayısı meyvelerin antioksidan özelliklerini artırmanın doğal bir yolu olabilir.
Baran Sistemi ile Bazı Telli Terbiye Sistemlerinin Erzincan Koşullarında Ekonomik Analizi
Authors: Kalkan Nalan Nazan , Kiracı Mehmet Ali , Kadıoğlu Zakine , Esmek İsmail , Geçim Tevhid
Published: May 2024

Geçmişten günümüze bağcılıkta geliştirilmiş birçok terbiye sistemi bulunmaktadır. Bunların büyük bir çoğunluğu bulundukları bağcılık bölgelerine özgüdür. Bu çalışmada, Erzincan bölgesinin kadim bir terbiye sistemi olan Baran sistemi ile bazı modern terbiye sistemlerinin ekonomik açıdan karşılaştırılması amaçlanmıştır. Ekonomik analiz kapsamında her iki sisteme ait sabit ve değişken masraflar, üretim maliyeti, net kâr ve brüt kâr değerleri titizlikle hesaplanmıştır. Yapılmış olan ekonomik analiz sonuçları doğrultusunda telli terbiye sistemlerinin oransal kârlılığı Baran sistemine göre kayda değer oranda yüksek bulunmuştur. Bu durum Baran sisteminde üretim masraflarının fazla olmasının yanı sıra dekara verimin de düşük olmasından kaynaklanmaktadır. Baran sisteminin oransal kârlılığı; 1,51 iken Y terbiye sitemi 4,69’luk bir oran ile ön plana çıkmış, Duvar terbiye sitemi ise 4,03’lük oransal kârlılık göstergesi ile yörede bağcılık uygulamalarında ekonomik açıdan Y terbiye sisteminden sonra önerilebilecek en uygun ikinci terbiye sistemi olarak belirlenmiştir.
Farklı Dozlarda Melatonin Kullanılarak Uygulanan Priming Uygulamalarının Tuz Stresi Uygulanan Gönen Beyazı Kavun Genotipinde (Cucumis melo L. cv. Gönen Beyazı) Bazı Tohum Kalite Parametrelerine Etkileri
Authors: Sarıyer Tolga , Ekinci Neslihan
Published: May 2024

Tuzluluk Dünya’da tarım alanlarının önemli bir kısmını etkilemektedir. Tuzlulukla mücadele kapsamında gen kaynağımızı oluşturan yerel genotiplerin, tuzluluğa tolerans kapasiteleri konusunda bilgi sahibi olmak önem arz etmektedir. Tuzluluğun özellikle çimlenmede olumsuz etkileri önemli bir konudur. Bunun yanında priming uygulaması ile tohumların strese toleransı arttırılabilmektedir. Son yıllarda hakkında çalışmalar yapılan melatonin, bitkilerde strese toleransı arttırdığı bilinen önemli bir hormondur. Çalışmada sıklıkla yetiştirilen yerel bir genotip olan Gönen Beyazı kavun genotipinin (Cucumis melo L. cv. Gönen Beyazı) tohumları, kontrol uygulamasının (0 mM NaCl, 0 µM melatonin: saf su ile priming) yanı sıra tuz stresi (100, 150 mM NaCl) ve melatonin (0, 25, 50, 100 µM melatonin: saf su ve farklı dozlarda melatonin ile priming) uygulamalarına tabi tutulmuştur. Çalışmada çimlenme oranı (%), çimlenme süresi (gün), hipokotil uzunluğu (mm), radikula uzunluğu (mm), kök boğazı genişliği (mm), vigor indeksi, hipokotil ve radikula toplam ağırlığı (g) parametreleri incelenmiştir. Çalışmada tuz stresinin tohum kalite parametrelerini olumsuz etkilediği belirlenmiştir. Çalışma sonucunda melatonin uygulamalarının tohum tuz stresinin olumsuz etkilerini azaltmada etkili olduğu belirlenmiştir.
Ondokuz Mayıs Üniversitesinde Kestane Ar-Ge Çalışmaları
Authors: Serdar Ümit , Akyüz Burak , Kılıçaslan Şeydanur , Kalkan Musa , Ayar Gökhan , Gül Aslı , Erdoğdu Aslı
Published: May 2024

Karadeniz Bölgesi Türkiye’de kestane (Castanea sativa Mill.) ağaç sayısı bakımından ilk, meyve üretimi bakımından ikinci sırada yer almaktadır. Bölgede kestane konusunda ilk çalışmalar seleksiyon ve adaptasyonla başlamıştır. Çalışmalar sonucunda beş Anadolu kestanesi (‘Erfelek’, ‘Ersinop’, ‘Eryayla’, ‘Serdar’ ve ‘Ünal’) ve bir Avrupa×Japon kestanesi melezi (‘Marigoule’) tescil edilmiştir. Kestane gen kaynaklarının muhafaza edilmesi ve çeşit-anaç ıslahı konularında daha kapsamlı araştırmalar yapmak üzere 2010 yılında Ali Nihat Gökyiğit Araştırma İstasyonu kurulmuştur. İstasyonda farklı kestane türleri ve melezleri ile ilgili seleksiyon, melezleme ve adaptasyon çalışmaları yürütülmektedir. İstasyonda yürütülen çalışmalar ile bir Avrupa×Japon kestanesi (‘Bouche de Betizac’) ve 3 karmaşık melez çeşidinin (‘Akyüz’, ‘Macit 55’ ve ‘Ali Nihat’) tescil edilmesine katkıda bulunulmuştur. Halen gecci ve hastalık-zararlılara dayanıklı çeşit geliştirme, anaç ıslahı ve klonal çoğaltma konularında çalışmalar devam etmektedir.
Ileosigmoid knotting: A rare cause of acute intestinal obstruction and peritonitis
Authors: Y Kidane Addis
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Ileosigmoid knotting (ISK) is one of the rarer causes of bowel obstruction compared to others. This is also called compound volvulus or double loop obstruction. The presentation symptoms are similar to those of other large bowel or distal intestinal obstructions. But the pathogeny’s or disease’s progression is rapid. So the patient develops ischemia or strangulation of the involved segment of the bowel earlier than the sigmoid or ceal volvulus. One of the challenges of the disease is that, especially in low-income countries like ours, there is no access to contrast computed tomography (CT), which is more sensitive diagnostic imaging.

Case Report: A 58-year-old male patient presented to our hospital with abdominal pain for two days. He was referred from the primary hospital. The pain was initially central and later diffused to other parts of the abdomen. Associated with this, he was vomiting of ingested matter for more than two episodes. On physical examinations, he was in acute pain, and his vital signs showed a pulse rate of tachycardia at 127 BPM. On abdominal examination, he had distention and diffused tenderness with gardening. So we diagnosed him with peritonitis secondary to gangrenous sigmoid volvulus obstruction (SVO). So I chose the imaging that is available in our hospital, a plain abdominal X-ray. So the patient was resuscitated with normal saline, an antibiotic was initiated, and he was taken to the operation after giving consent. The ilium and sigmoid colon were gangrened and en bloc resection was done, and the jejunum and remaining 7 cm of ilium from the ileocecal valve were anastomosed. The patient was taken to or for a relook, and the anastomosis was disrupted, then refreshed, and both the proximal and distal segments were taken out as stomas. The output was significant and later developed a controlled entrocutaneous fistula, which was closed after three weeks.

Conclusion: The prognosis is poor for ISK compared to other common types of volvulus and worse prognosis challenging management in conditions with both active and passive bowel ischemia which happened to our patients. Diagnosis is also challenging before the surgery. The abdominal X-ray and ultrasound are available and commonly the surgeon commonly will not send for this unless the patient is stable. Blind rectal tube deflation the common intervention in our setup with no access for sigmoidoscopy is not indicated for this non-surgical initial management rather with a highly suspicious diagnosis early resuscitation with early surgical treatment.
Using Social Networking Tools for Teaching the English Directive Speech Act of Command to Undergraduate Arab EFL Learners
Authors: Ali Alsairi Meshari , Mohammed Qadha Adel , Modaf Alharthy Fatema , Sharaf Alshahrani Saad
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the effectiveness of using social networking tools for teaching the speech act of command to undergraduate Arab EFL learners. Employing an experimental pre-test post-test design, the research involved 40 students distributed across four groups: two experimental groups utilizing social networking tools for direct and indirect command instruction, and two control groups receiving traditional teaching methods. Over a three-week period, the speech act of command was taught to the four groups either through WhatsApp groups or conventional classroom instruction. A discourse completion task was used to assess participants' pragmatic competence before and after the intervention. Results of ANOVA tests showed a significant difference in post-test scores, with the experimental groups outperforming the control groups. Remarkably, among the experimental groups, those exposed to indirect command instruction exhibited the highest mean score. This suggests that social networking tools can positively impact learning outcomes for teaching speech acts like command. The study highlights the value of incorporating innovative technological approaches that align with the evolving communicative needs and preferences of contemporary learners.
Impact of reduced contrast sensitivity function in the elderly
Authors: Vargas Diva Bernardes , Araújo Clarissa Vargas , Cunha Isadora Vargas , Araujo Julia Vargas , Matos Marco Antônio Vargas
Published: May 2024

ABSTRACT
Contrast sensitivity is a visual function associated with recognizing objects in low light. Objective: to review the contrast sensitivity function (CSF) in the elderly, the changes  related to it with aging and the impact of its decline on daily activities. Methods: Search in PubMed/MEDLINE and SciELO, using the descriptors “contrast sensitivity” AND “seniors” OR “Elder*” OR “older adults” OR aged. Inclusion criteria: age ≥ 60 years or “elderly” and reference to CSF assessment. Results: elderly people have reduced CSF, leading to the risk of falls. CSF is useful for balance, performance on digital tasks, movement processing and quality of life, as well as it is important in cognitive and neuropsychological tests. Impairment of CSF is associated with loss of driving performance of motor vehicles, especially at low luminance. Elderly people who have a decrease in CSF have less social interaction and a lower quality of life. Conclusion: the reduction in CSF occurs with aging and is associated with postural imbalance, in addition to an increase in fall rates and impact on the activities of daily living of the elderly, influencing mobility and social interaction.
Are we retaining clinical psychologists and other psychological professionals in the NHS workforce and can we do more?
Authors: Rosairo Maggie , Tiplady Bill
Published: May 2024

In this article we focus specifically on the issue of retention in the psychological professions workforce in England, with a particular focus on clinical psychologists. We focus both on available data which appears to show a stable or even improving situation in terms of the proportion of clinical psychologists leaving the NHS each year, and on anecdotal concerns which are frequently expressed about retention of clinical psychologists in NHS roles and the pull of private sector employment in particular. Noting the possible disconnect between these different sources of evidence, we go on to consider potential threats to retention in clinical psychology and to set out actions – in line with those suggested for other professional groups in the NHS – which different interested parties and stakeholders could take to maximise retention of clinical psychologists in NHS services. We highlight the need for improvements in the quality and granularity of available data to inform further debate.
What are the benefits and challenges of using artificial intelligence (AI) in neurorehabilitation? A very rapid review of the literature
Authors: Masztalerz Natalia , da Silva Ramos Sara
Published: May 2024

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is growing across disciplines and becoming increasingly discussed in neurorehabilitation. To capture the latest developments in order to understand which, if any, solutions are sufficiently developed for use in practice, we conducted a very rapid literature review, systematically searching the Embase and MEDLINE databases. The five publications that met the criteria for review point to most recent developments in improving diagnosis and prognostication using AI, with no studies examining AI-based rehabilitation interventions directly. However, there was a theoretical ambition of ingraining this technology in rehabilitation programmes themselves in the future. AI has demonstrated superior predictive power compared to traditional approaches when built on large subsets of patient outcome data and was revealed beneficial in estimating the location and extent of brain damage using brain scans. Nevertheless, the quality of the current evidence is limited by lack of follow-up studies of and lack of variability within the study samples, which reduces generalisation to certain groups, such as those with complex needs.
Contribuições dos empreendimentos coletivos de mulheres Indígenas da Colômbia para sua economia, governança territorial e resiliência climática durante a COVID-19
Authors:   Rights and Resources Initiative
Published: May 2024

Nos últimos anos, o papel fundamental da liderança e do conhecimento ancestral dos Povos Indígenas no desenvolvimento econômico e na sobrevivência de seus povos tem sido cada vez mais reconhecido. Desde 2018, a coalizão Rights and Resources Initiative (RRI) na América Latina tem enfatizado a importância de entender melhor os papéis das mulheres nessas comunidades e como elas contribuem para a governança territorial, o empoderamento das mulheres e o fortalecimento da liderança. Em 2023, a coalizão RRI realizou o estudo Contribuições dos empreendimentos coletivos de mulheres Indígenas da Colômbia para sua economia, governança territorial e resiliência climática durante a COVID-19, cujos resultados são compartilhados no presente documento. A pesquisa incluiu quatro estudos de caso realizados na Colômbia, que examinam as contribuições dos empreendimentos liderados por mulheres Indígenas para as economias locais, a governança territorial, a gestão sustentável dos recursos naturais e a resiliência às mudanças climáticas e à pandemia da COVID-19.
Contributions of Indigenous Women’s Entrepreneurships in Colombia to their Economy, Territorial Governance, and Climate Resilience During COVID-19
Authors:   Rights and Resources Initiative
Published: May 2024

In recent years, the fundamental role of Indigenous Peoples’ leadership and ancestral knowledge in economic development and their Peoples’ survival has gained increasing recognition. Since 2018, the Rights and Resources Initiative (RRI) coalition in Latin America has emphasized the importance of better understanding the roles of women in these communities, and how they contribute to territorial governance, women’s empowerment, and the strengthening of leadership. In 2023, the RRI coalition conducted the study, Contributions of Indigenous Women’s Entrepreneurships in Colombia to their Economy, Territorial Governance, and Climate Resilience During COVID-19, whose results are shared in the present document. The research included four case studies conducted in Colombia, which examine the contributions of Indigenous women-led entrepreneurships to local economies, territorial governance, sustainable natural resource management, and resilience to climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Caracterização física e mecânica do bambu Guadua chacoensis segundo a ABNT NBR 16.828/2020
Authors: Rocha Bruna Bessa Rocha , Kikuti Rafael Ochi
Published: May 2024

O projeto de pesquisa de iniciação científica foca na caracterização física e mecânica do bambu brasileiro Guadua (Guadua Chacoensis) de acordo com a norma técnica ABNT NBR 16.828/2020. O objetivo é avaliar seu desempenho como material construtivo, considerando aspectos ambientais, financeiros e técnicos, para promover sua aplicabilidade na construção civil. O estudo inclui revisão bibliográfica, ensaios laboratoriais e análise do comportamento do bambu como material renovável. A pesquisa busca quantificar os benefícios dos materiais ecológicos na arquitetura e engenharia, visando mitigar os impactos negativos da construção civil. O estudo visa fornecer embasamento técnico para profissionais da construção, demonstrando a conformidade do bambu com normas técnicas e promovendo sua adoção como material sustentável na indústria da construção. Um dos grandes benefícios do bambu é a sua capacidade em capturar e armazenar carbono atmosférico em seu estado sólido, fornecendo, assim, uma pegada de carbono negativa, cita-se também a possibilidade de restaurar solos e terras degradadas. Este trabalho tem como objetivo testar a sua resistência à tração, compressão e, a partir disso, elaborar o módulo de elasticidade e densidade apresentados, e compará-los aos dados da literatura já existentes. O estudo evidenciou a uniformidade das características das amostras, porém revelou nuances sutis na composição e comportamento do bambu, destacando a complexidade do material. Dificuldades técnicas foram enfrentadas durante o estudo, incluindo problemas com equipamentos e calibração, indicando a necessidade de revisão de procedimentos, especialmente considerando a novidade de utilizar bambu em sua forma natural e a perspectiva da nova norma técnica.
Propriedades físico-químicas e antioxidantes do mel – Pantanal Norte, Brasil
Authors: Labaig Félix Antenor , Miranda Karolina Martins de , Pedrosa Júnior José Advan Pereira , Magalhães Maria Helena Pereira Ramos , Kreitlow Jesã Pereira , Morini Alessandra Aparecida Elzanna Tavares , Moreira Luciana Melhorança , Neves Sandra Mara Alves da Silva , Campos Renê Arnoux da Silva
Published: May 2024

O mel é um adoçante natural, rico em compostos nutricionais e funcionais, apresentando vários benefícios à saúde. Suas propriedades funcionais estão associadas aos componentes minoritários presentes, variando em razão das características do ambiente de produção. O Pantanal é um bioma que conecta o Cerrado brasileiro ao Chaco boliviano e à Amazônia, abrigando notável diversidade de plantas. O estudo teve como objetivo avaliar características físico-químicas e a atividade antioxidante em amostras de mel de A. mellifera produzidos em apiários situados na porção norte do Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brasil. Os apiários avaliados no estudo estão instalados em áreas de paisagens naturais com diferentes fitofisionomias e em áreas antropizadas. As amostras de mel apresentaram teor de umidade (9,9 - 17,9%) e acidez (12,5 - 36 meq kg-1) dentro dos limites permitidos pela legislação brasileira, indicando as boas condições de produção do mel avaliado. Os teores fenólicos (21,3 - 62,1 mg GAE 100g-1) e carotenoides (0,27 - 2,48 mg 100g-1) do presente estudo são comparáveis aos encontrados em amostras de mel de outras regiões do Brasil e do mundo. Os resultados demonstraram a influência das fitofisionomias e da antropização sobre as propriedades físico-químicas e potencial antioxidante do mel de A. mellifera oriundo do Pantanal Norte. As amostras de mel produzidas em áreas de pastagem, de tons mais claros como branco e âmbar claro, apresentaram teores superiores de compostos fenólicos e atividade antioxidante frente ao radical DPPH•. Os méis de cor mais escura, como âmbar e âmbar escuro, são ricos em carotenoides e possuem forte atividade antioxidante frente ao radical ABTS•+, não sendo possível relacionar a produção destes tipos de mel com as vegetações de entorno. Os resultados destacam a importância do consumo de produtos naturais, como o mel, como estratégia para a promoção da saúde e bem estar, e também a relevância da apicultura enquanto atividade econômica para o Pantanal Norte, podendo ser uma alternativa promissora para o desenvolvimento regional, erradicação da pobreza e melhoria da qualidade de vida da população, com baixos impactos nos ecossistemas.
Enteroparasites and risk factors for infection in native and exotic domiciled birds in the North Pioneer region of Paraná State, Brazil
Authors: Santos Juliana de Medeiros , Holsback Luciane , Calderón Celmira , Sonego Iris Teste , Marquez Ellen de Souza , Firmo Bruna Fernanda
Published: May 2024

Although parasitic infections are common in free-ranging birds, they pose more significant threats in captivity. Free-ranging birds can live in large areas and have low exposure to parasitosis. On the other hand, birds kept in captivity, the high population density results in greater exposure, putting the animal's survival at risk. The aim of this study was to assess the occurrence of gastrointestinal endoparasites in domiciled birds (native and exotic) in the Mesoregion North Pioneer of Paraná. For this, 59 fecal samples were collected from 63 birds and analyzed by the centrifugation-flotation method in hypersaturated sucrose solution. Of the 63 birds, 38 (60%) were native, 22 (35%) exotic and 3 (5%) hybrids. Oocysts, eggs and larvae were found in 22.03% (13/59) of the samples analyzed. Higher occurrence of protozoa (20.34% - 12/59) than helminths (5.08% - 3/59) was observed, in which seven genera found: Isospora, Eimeria, Ancylostoma, Heterakis, Strongyloides, Cryptosporidium and one cestode. No endoparasites were found in the ten exotic birds and three native birds analyzed. It is concluded that the birds were infected by helminths and protozoa with a higher occurrence of coccidia, with the genus Isospora predominating. Probably due to the low sampling, there was no influence of keeping birds in individual cages compared to birds kept in collective cages, birds raised in rural or urban areas, nor of the adequacy and hygiene of drinkers and feeders, thermal comfort and hygiene of the birds' enclosures. Studies on parasites in wild birds are necessary to gain a more profound understanding of the intensity of anthropogenic influences on these animal species.
Proportions of mineral and organomineral fertilizers in onion cultivation
Authors: Moreira Andreíza Corrêa , Guimarães Claudinei Martins , Moraes Emmerson Rodrigues de , Pereira Jardel Lopes , Teles Júlia Braz de Queiroz , Peixoto Joicy Vitória Miranda , Melo Elliezer de Almeida , Tome Alessandra Cristina
Published: May 2024

Organomineral fertilizers is an innovation in agriculture, since it uses organic matter enriched with minerals. The combination of mineral phosphate and organomineral fertilization can contribute to the development of a more sustainable and economical fertilization program for the crop. So, organomineral fertilization can be an alternative or complement to mineral fertilization. However, the careful selection of fertilizer sources and doses is essential to increase productivity in the onion crop and finding proportions between different fertilizers can be a promising choice for sustainable agriculture. The aim of the present research was to evaluate the effect of different proportions of mineral and organomineral fertilizers on the development, production and post-harvest quality of onion bulbs, cv. Sublime F1, under Cerrado conditions. The experiment was carried out in the field, in Cristalina, GO, Brazil, in a randomized block design, with four replications. Six treatments were used: five proportions of mineral fertilizer (M) with organomineral (OM) and the control (without additional fertilization). It was evaluated: length, width and number of leaves; productivity; soluble solids content; titratable acidity; and loss of fresh mass. Data were submitted to analysis of variance (ANOVA), at 1% (p≤0.01) and 5% (p≤0.05) of significance, and means compared by Tukey and Dunnett tests (p≤0.01 and p≤0.05). The fertilization proportions were submitted to regression (p≤0.05). The proportion of 50%M50%OM promotes higher bulb average mass and class 4 onion productivity. The proportions of fertilizers did not alter the postharvest characteristics (total soluble solids and total acidity) of the onion, which were affected only by the time of storage. Cultivar Sublime F1 showed good development for the region, conditions and fertilizers used.