bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Creating a speech portrait of a modern Chinese teacher in online media
Authors: Riashenkova Aleksandra Aleksandrovna
Published: October 2024

The purpose of the study is to identify the speech characteristics of modern Chinese teachers. The object of the study is the blog(s). Special attention is paid to the visual and auditory design of the video material: the presence of music, the design of the room, the style of the blogger's clothes, the manner of speech. The desire to show their own market attractiveness against the background of competitors, the desire to become popular and have their own audience on the Internet motivates bloggers to show authority in a variety of ways. The research material was two commercials of English language courses on the "bilibili" platform. The coronavirus infection has pushed the Chinese government and private educators to develop online teaching platforms, among which the bilibili video hosting can be cited as example. Users of this platform have the opportunity not only to watch videos, but also to purchase video courses on various topics. The work uses a descriptive method (observation, interpretation, generalization). In the course of the study, the speech analyzer programs Text-Analyzer and Cathoven were used, with the help of which the approximate level of oral text on the CEFR scale was determined. As a result of the analysis, the main features of the speech portrait of the teacher-blogger were highlighted, and the importance of the image on the Internet for attracting an audience was emphasized. The main contribution of the author is a comprehensive study of the image of a modern teacher in Chinese linguoculture. Along with the economic boom and the development of social networks in China, there has been a reassessment of traditional values. The penetration of Western mass culture has had a strong impact on the population, especially on the younger generation, who use the Internet to a greater extent and consume entertainment and educational content. This influence has not spared modern Chinese teachers. Studying the image of a Chinese teacher in modern realities will help to update information about Chinese culture, its synthesis with modern mass culture and traditional Confucian values.
Narrative identity: between ontologies and epistemologies (experience of the 20th century)
Authors: Babich Vladimir Vladimirovich
Published: October 2024

The epistemological and ontological aspect of "interpretation" in the structure of narrative identity is considered. A model for representing the structure of narrative identity in the form of a hermeneutic spiral is proposed. The problem of the significance of the narrative for human existence is analyzed from the point of view of two opposite positions. The first, arguing that the narrative is a "cognitive tool" through which a meaningful order is retrospectively constructed that falsifies the true nature of the subject's experience of existence. The analysis of this point of view is based on the tradition of narrative criticism formed by such philosophers as Arthur Danto, Louis Mink, Hayden White and Peter Strawson, who conceptualize the narrative as a "cognitive tool". The opposite position is a philosophical view of the narrative as an ontological category that characterizes a special way of being a person. The analysis of narrative as a constitutive element of human existence draws on the tradition of the hermeneutic method, the work of Paul Ricœur and Charles Taylor. It is argued that the experience of human existence cannot be reduced solely to narrative, but this does not contradict the fact that narrative interpretations of experience play a constitutive role in human existence. The conclusion is formed that an important element for understanding the ontological meaning of the narrative is the fact that narrative interpretations have a real impact on our existence in the world: they allow us to construct our self, take part in the creation of the intersubjective world and influence how we interact with others. From an empirical point of view, this means that interpretations have real, material, world-forming consequences. Scholars who deny the capacity of narratives to constitute human existence, view the meaning and role of (self-)interpretation from an anti-realist point of view, and adhere to the ontological assumption that there is an experience of understanding reality that does not depend on the human ability to give meanings.
Aesthetic quests of early French romanticism. Joseph Joubert
Authors: Mankovskaya Nadezda Borisovna
Published: October 2024

The subject of the study are the fundamental philosophical and aesthetic problems in the aesthetics of the early French romantic Joseph Joubert. His ideas about the essence of art, its intrinsic value are revealed; analyzed problems of imitation and depiction as a figurative multiplication of life, the relationship between art and nature; talent, inspiration and creative imagination of the artist, reality and illusion; trends in the synthesis of arts, the predominance of the spiritual principle over the material. Emphasis is placed on the role of associative memory and suggestion in the creative process. His concept of expressiveness of artistic form and artistic style, closely related to the problems of aesthetic taste, aesthetic evaluation, and the priority of the ideal in art, is analyzed. The special importance that Joubert, as a strict moralist, attached to the relationship between aesthetics and ethics, the educational role of art, and the specifics of its perception is shown. The multifaceted nature of this study predetermined the use of a number of methodological approaches: philosophical and aesthetic approach, art historical analysis, comparative, interdisciplinary methods. The main conclusion of the study is that Joubert created an original aesthetic concept that was in demand both in mature French romanticism and in the symbolism of the 19th-20th centuries. Many of its lines remain relevant in the 21st century, in particular, the increased interest of artists in the non-rational, invisible ideas of the suggestive influence of art and trends in the synthesis of arts. The author's special contribution is that the study of Joubert's aesthetic theory and artistic practice is based on original material. The author of the article analyzed the aesthetic views of one of the significant early French romantics, which had not previously been the subject of special research in Russian science.
Individual images of holy wives in ancient Russian iconography of the XIV–XVI centuries
Authors: Pshenichnyi Petr Vladimirovich
Published: October 2024

Among the works of ancient Russian art of the XIV–XVI centuries, the images of holy wives are of particular interest in terms of the specific features of their iconography. In the art of Orthodox countries, the images of the saints we are considering, as a rule, do not deviate from strict iconographic norms, which indicates the stable semantic meaning that these figures are endowed with. However, in ancient Russian art we find noticeable discrepancies with this principle, which brings special connotations to the artistic structure of such monuments. The subject of the research in the work is the originality of iconographic variations of icons with the sole image of holy women in ancient Russian art of the XIV–XVI centuries. The purpose of this article is to determine the specifics of the perception of images of holy women in the art of Ancient Russia at the time we are interested in. To do this, we will resort to the iconographic method of research, as well as to the methods of typological and comparative analysis. The comprehensive analysis made it possible to conclude that the iconographic confusion in the images of holy women, which is not uncommon in ancient Russian art, indicates a pronounced tendency to combine these figures into a single syncretic image. We believe that the fusion of their attributes indicates a more significant status of images of female holiness in the art of Ancient Russia compared to the wider Byzantine world. In the monuments of Byzantine art, the iconographic features of the images of the saints we are interested in are expressed with greater consistency. In ancient Russian art, the specificity of the perception of individual images of holy women is associated not only with the motives of steadfastness in defending the true faith, but also with the expression of the hope of Orthodox Christians for the intercession of their images.
"Olympic Hope": Fucoldian interpretations
Authors: Kannykin Stanislav Vladimirovich
Published: October 2024

The study of literary works devoted to running makes it possible to determine their plot dominant as a conflict between the feeling of freedom generated by running and such properties of professional sports as fierce competition of competitive activities and authoritarian regulation of the training process. Sociocultural tensions of this kind were fruitfully conceptualized in the works of Michel Foucault using the concepts of bio-power as a unity of anatomical and biopolitics; disciplinary practices as methods of normalization of bodies; supervision and panopticism as means of control, as well as technologies of self and subjectivation aimed at dampening the effects of excessive domination. The article uses the fantastic sports novel by Danish writer Knud Lundberg "Olympic Hope: The Story that Happened at the 1996 Olympic Games" published in 1955 and not translated into Russian as an object of application of the Fucoldian means of analyzing the above conflict situation. The research methodology is based on a conceptual analysis of M. Foucault's theoretical legacy and the reception of the French philosopher's ideas by Russian and Western scientists. The study revealed that the novel presents four variants of bio-power: German (genetic eugenics), American (hormonal eugenics), Soviet (crippling practices) and Danish (based on the free development of natural predisposition), used to organize the birth and training of top-level runners. The disciplinary practices of runner training are most pronounced in totalitarian states. The methods of their implementation are specialized closed training spaces; strict daily routine; daily monotonous running exercises; constant differentiation of athletes by rating; exams in the form of competitions; medical experiments. The realization of the technologies of selfhood and subjectivation by runners is carried out in the forms of resistance and transgression. K. Lundberg associates his Olympic hopes in sports running not with cruel professionals who are ready to give up their health (the problem of doping) and even their lives for the sake of personal awards and increasing the prestige of their states, but with educated means of humanistic sports by amateur athletes, for whom running has existential significance as a way of holistic, bodily and spiritual self-realization in the ethically loaded sphere of freedom.
Living conditions of the population of Transbaikalia and the Far East of Russia as a factor of regional and national identity (2018–2022)
Authors: Breslavskii Anatolii Sergeevich , Zhalsanova Valentina Gurozhapovna
Published: October 2024

The subject of the study is the dynamics of the main indicators characterizing the living conditions and mobility of the population of all 11 regions of the Far Eastern Federal District of the Russian Federation in the period from 2018 to 2022. The author does not say that the social and financial and economic situation of some population groups clearly determines the emotional and meaningful content of their ethnic, regional, and all-Russian identity. However, he assumes that these factors have played and continue to play a significant role in forming the attitude of citizens to their region and to the country as a whole, to regional and federal authorities, determine migration strategies of the population and so on. This prompts us to take them into account in studies of the foundations of patriotism in its various social manifestations. The study is based on the analysis of a series of statistical data published in the yearbooks "Regions of Russia: socio-economic indicators" with data for 2018-2022, based on special historical research methods (historical-genetic, historical-comparative, historical-chronological). The conducted study indicates, firstly, the continuation and strengthening of long-term negative trends in the natural and migratory movement of the population in the regions of Transbaikalia and the Far East in 2018–2022, and secondly, the lack of “outstripping” growth in real incomes of the local population compared to the all-Russian indicators, which seems necessary in the context of an accentuated economic pivot on the East. Relatively high unemployment was still observed, and the share of the population with incomes below the subsistence line was decreasing at a slow rate in some regions of the Far Eastern Federal District of the Russian Federation. It should be recognized that the changed living conditions during the Covid-19 pandemic and the complication of the geopolitical situation on the western borders of the country in 2022 probably had a significant impact on the social well-being of the population of the Transbaikal and Far Eastern regions of the Russian Federation, the attitude of citizens towards state political institutions, the actualization of regional and all-Russian identities.
Family and marital values of urban residents of Russia at the beginning of the XX century: creation and statistical analysis of the database of marriage announcements
Authors: Soldatenkova Veronika Vyacheslavovna
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the consideration of family and marital values of urban residents at the beginning of the XX century in dynamics. The source of the research is the materials of the Moscow "Marriage Newspaper" (1906-1918), namely, marriage announcements. The practice of introducing the materials of marriage announcements into scientific circulation is quite widespread in the social sciences and humanities. This demonstrates the great possibilities of studying on their basis the social processes associated with the transformation of family values, gender roles, stereotypes in the field of marriage, partner choice and others. However, researchers pay the most attention to modern marriage ads, or rather, the so–called dating ads. The possibilities of studying marriage declarations in historical science have not been fully disclosed, therefore, the purpose of this article is to consider family and marriage values at the beginning of the XX century based on such a source in dynamics. Based on a sample of newspaper issues, an analysis of the structure of ads was carried out and the main characteristics that the authors indicate when describing themselves and a potential partner were identified. Based on these characteristics, a database was created and statistical processing of information was carried out, which showed that when choosing a marriage partner, the greatest attention is paid to three aspects: economic, psychological and aesthetic. Consideration of the frequency of occurrence of three main aspects has shown that both the most calm and the most turbulent years in the history of Russia in the period from 1906-1917 are characterized by general trends. However, an assessment of general trends in the dynamics of the frequency of use of the three main components of ads showed a gradual decrease in the role of the economic and aesthetic component and an increase in the role of the psychological one. The analysis of separately female and separately male ads revealed gender stereotypes in the perception of the marriage model. According to the results obtained, the pages of marriage ads reflect a fairly traditional perception of marriage by both men and women, except for the fact that men, like women, were looking for mostly well-off partners.
Simulation of human breathing gas exchange for the ventilation regulation study
Authors: Ermolaev Evgenii Sergeevich , D'yachenko Aleksandr Ivanovich , Shulagin Yurii Alekseevich
Published: October 2024

The chemoreflex control of breathing plays a major role in human lung ventilation adjustment in response to metabolic demands and CO2, O2 partial pressure changes in the inhaled air. The extreme conditions, e.g. emergency work in mines or deep-sea diving, space flights, can change the respiratory system reaction to CO2 and O2. The study of the relevant respiratory system characteristics is an important fundamental and practical task. One of the convenient ways of research is mathematical simulation, which allows to reduce the number of experiments in extreme conditions or experiments for the personal protective equipment testing, as well as to forecast the estimated time of effective human work in such conditions. The model describes the dynamics of the gas content in the 3 compartments of the biological system and the external environment represented by the 4th compartment. The external environment can be limited by the volume of the device to which a person is connected, or by the volume of a closed hermetic object, or represented by a sufficiently large volume, conditionally being an atmosphere with appropriate parameters. A mathematical model of the breathing gas exchange with the external environment (the atmosphere or any other limited space) is presented. It is the first time, the simulation results of breathing at rest, during hyperventilation and rebreathing tests are presented, including gas dynamics in the pulmonary and tissue compartments, as well as in the brain compartment. Hypercapnia ventilation reaction during rebreathing tests with a hyperoxic - hypercapnic gas mixtures and different rebreathing bags in comparison with stationary methods of breathing control study. Verification of the model by simulation results with the literature data comparison showed the simulation model’s adequacy. A sensitivity table of the simulation model behavior in response to parameters changes is presented.
Shortcutting from self-motion signals: quantifying trajectories and active sensing in an open maze
Authors: Xu Jiayun , Girardi-Schappo Mauricio , Béïque Jean-Claude , Longtin André , Maler Leonard
Published: October 2024

Animals navigate by learning the spatial layout of their environment. We investigated spatial learning of mice in an open maze where food was hidden in one of a hundred holes. Mice leaving from a stable entrance learned to efficiently navigate to the food without the need for landmarks. We developed a quantitative framework to reveal how the mice estimate the food location based on analyses of trajectories and active hole checks. After learning, the computed “target estimation vector” (TEV) closely approximated the mice’s route and its hole check distribution. The TEV required learning both the direction and distance of the start to food vector, and our data suggests that different learning dynamics underlie these estimates. We propose that the TEV can be precisely connected to the properties of hippocampal place cells. Finally, we provide the first demonstration that, after learning the location of two food sites, the mice took a shortcut between the sites, demonstrating that they had generated a cognitive map.
Expression of most retrotransposons in human blood correlates with biological aging
Authors: Tsai Yi-Ting , Seymen Nogayhan , Thompson I Richard , Zou Xinchen , Mumtaz Warisha , Gerlevik Sila , Mufti Ghulam J , Karimi Mohammad M
Published: October 2024

Retrotransposons (RTEs) have been postulated to reactivate with age and contribute to aging through activated innate immune response and inflammation. Here, we analyzed the relationship between RTE expression and aging using published transcriptomic and methylomic datasets of human blood. Despite no observed correlation between RTE activity and chronological age, the expression of most RTE classes and families except short interspersed nuclear elements (SINEs) correlated with biological age-associated gene signature scores. Strikingly, we found that the expression of SINEs was linked to upregulated DNA repair pathways in multiple cohorts. We also observed DNA hypomethylation with aging and the significant increase in RTE expression level in hypomethylated RTEs except for SINEs. Additionally, our single-cell transcriptomic analysis suggested a role for plasma cells in aging mediated by RTEs. Altogether, our multi-omics analysis of large human cohorts highlights the role of RTEs in biological aging and suggests possible mechanisms and cell populations for future investigations.
Reimagining Global Education Policy Research
Authors: Nishimura-Sahi Oshie
Published: October 2024

In Finland, doctoral candidates are required to give an introductory lecture as part of their public dissertation defense. This lecture provides the audience with background information on the phenomenon studied in the dissertation, discusses the main results and central arguments, and proposes the potential contributions of the research. This paper is based on the author’s dissertation, entitled ‘Reimagining Global Education Policy Research: The Case of the European Language Framework (CEFR) Transfer to Japan’ (Nishimura-Sahi, 2024; 2020; 2022; Nishimura-Sahi & Piattoeva, 2024).
Integración de los condominios de viviendas unifamiliares de la periferia de Santiago en escenario de Expansión Urbana.
Authors:   , Retamal Farfán Vicente
Published: October 2024

Esta investigación analiza y los impactos de los condominios en contexto de expansión urbana del área metropolitana de Santiago (AMS). Con esto, el objeto de estudio son los condominios de vivienda unifamiliar ubicados en periferia del AMS. Estos condominios se han proliferado desde la década de 1990 y se caracterizan por ser grandes conjuntos de viviendas estandarizadas en extensos terrenos agrícolas, con baja densidad poblacional y de vivienda, destinados a familias numerosas con amplios espacios comunes. Adicionalmente, cuentan con grandes extensiones de suelo sin uso agrícola, residencial o de infraestructura, y cada unidad está delimitada por cercas que limitan las interacciones con el entorno y la comunidad. Este fenómeno ha contribuido significativamente a la expansión de la superficie construida en el límite urbano de Santiago.La investigación se enfoca en analizar cómo los condominios de viviendas unifamiliares en la periferia de Santiago pueden integrarse efectivamente en la trama urbana en el contexto de la expansión metropolitana. La hipótesis central sugiere que estas áreas deben ser transformadas mediante intervenciones urbanas, programáticas y arquitectónicas para mejorar su densidad, diversificar las tipologías de vivienda, aumentar la oferta de espacios públicos y fomentar la diversidad social, con el objetivo de facilitar su integración fluida en la ciudad de Santiago.La metodología empleada combina revisión bibliográfica especializada, análisis de bases de datos georreferenciadas, indicadores urbanos e imágenes satelitales, así como la revisión de planos reguladores comunales y el Plan Regulador Metropolitano de Santiago (PRMS). Estos datos fueron utilizados para elaborar mapas e imágenes y seleccionar un condominio específico como caso de estudio.La investigación se estructura en dos capítulos principales y conclusiones finales. El primer capítulo contextualiza las problemáticas de la crisis habitacional, las desigualdades en el acceso a servicios urbanos y la segregación social en Santiago, proponiendo la transformación del modelo de condominio suburbano como una alternativa para mitigar estas dificultades. Se identifica y caracteriza un condominio como ejemplo representativo de los problemas asociados al modelo actual.El segundo capítulo desarrolla una propuesta de intervención específica para el condominio seleccionado. A una escala territorial amplia, se establecen estrategias clave del proyecto para abordar las problemáticas identificadas. Luego, se detallan intervenciones urbanas y arquitectónicas concretas para diversas secciones del condominio, diseñadas según el modelo propuesto de densificación, diversificación tipológica y programática, y mejora de espacios públicos. El objetivo es promover la integración social y urbana dentro del condominio, facilitando así su inserción en la trama urbana.
En el jardín: el invernadero como espacio de lectura
Authors:   , Izquierdo Garcés María Magdalena
Published: October 2024

En la ciudad chilena de Puerto Natales, donde el clima patagónico limita el disfrute de los espacios al aire libre, surge una nueva propuesta para su Biblioteca Regional, la cual vincula dos tipologías ajenas que comparten desafíos en el diseño en cuanto a la protección, temperatura e iluminación: la biblioteca y el invernadero. Este proyecto busca entender los beneficios espaciales, materiales,y sociales que significa cruzar estas dos tipologías en un clima hostil. La creación de un espacio público para el encuentro y la cultura en Puerto Natales responde a las necesidades de un lugar donde la comunidad pueda reunirse, aprender, acceder al conocimiento y disfrutar de la naturaleza, sin importar las condiciones climáticas. La biblioteca y el invernadero se integran en un solo espacio, creando un diálogo armonioso entre la cultura y la naturaleza. La creación de un microcosmos, un refugio del clima hostil donde se recrean condiciones ideales para el crecimiento de plantas, como también la creación de un nuevo tipo de lectura, la cual es llevada al exterior, a un jardín visitable durante todo el año.El invernadero como espacio de lectura, es una nueva tipología para descentralizar el acceso a la información y a la cultura en un espacio de contacto con la naturaleza. Este proyecto busca catalizar la vida social y cultural en una ciudad donde la arquitectura debe proveer espacios protegidos ante el clima.
Conectando enoturismo e capacidade absortiva: evidências em um empreendimento turístico
Authors: Noro Claudiana Aparecida e Silva , Padilha Ana Claudia Machado , Zukunelli Assis
Published: October 2024

O enoturismo é um dos setores que vem se desenvolvendo no Brasil, impulsionado pelas vinícolas localizadas na Serra Gaúcha e outras microrregiões do estado. No enoturismo, o visitante tem oportunidade de visitar espaços de produção e industrialização, conhecendo a cultura, a história, a gastronomia local, entre outros atrativos. O objetivo da pesquisa é compreender como ocorre o processo da capacidade absortiva na Vinícola Campestre, localizada no município de Vacaria/RS. Realizou-se uma pesquisa com abordagem qualitativa e exploratória, com dados coletados por meio de roteiro semiestruturado aplicado ao diretor da vinícola. Como resultados significativos, destaca-se que os diretores possuíam conhecimento prévio que são aplicados nas atividades desenvolvidas pela vinícola, sendo os fatores internos os que mais influenciam, e os fatores externos, como as tendências do mercado, são identificados como elementos que impulsionam e incrementam a capacidade absortiva individual e coletiva. Considera-se que no processo de gestão do conhecimento, a demanda por novos conhecimentos se desdobra na aprendizagem organizacional, e revela-se uma condição sine qua non para o sucesso e alcance das estratégias na vinícola. Assim, a maneira como a gestão organiza o caminho para acessar tais conhecimentos, a forma como as pessoas os combinam, é um dos maiores desafios à gerência.
How anti-brand activism generate from negative online word of mouth on customer-run communities: the moderating role of physical discomfort
Authors: Do Bich Ngoc , Nguyen Truc Thanh , Nguyen Nhu Trinh Quynh , La Phung My , Nguyen Nhi Ngoc Yen
Published: October 2024

The rising power of social media is undeniable in brands' health and consumers' confidence. This study explores the influence of negative online word of mouth on brand hate and anti-brand activism behavior. Additionally, psychological discomfort is treated as a moderator to examine the influence on the relationships mentioned above. A quantitative study is adopted. Using data collected from 300 respondents, this paper reveals the following results. First, negative online word-of-mouth on consumer-run social platforms does influence brand hate, which turns to anti-brand activism behavior as a consequence. Interestingly, psychological discomfort moderates the relationship between brand hate and brand anti-brand activism, which is unclear in the prior studies. Examining these relationships enriches the current brand's literature and highlights the significant impacts of negative online word of mouth, especially on consumer-run platforms. Branders need to fasten their response speed towards negative information in order to prevent spillover. They should avoid silent responses to any crisis since consumers might be in discomfort states which enrich the anti-brand actions.
Comparative Evaluation of Ethylene Glycol and Diethanolamine Modified African Pear Seed Oil as Pour Point Depressants for Waxy Crude Oil
Authors: U.E. Akpan, , O. Achugasim.
Published: October 2024

The pour point depression of a Nigeria waxy crude oil was investigated using modified African pear seed oil. Waxy Crude oil sample collected from a marginal field in Delta state. African pear seeds sourced from Choba Port Harcourt were extracted from their oil content and the oil was modified using ethylene glycol and diethanolamine via the esterification and aminolysis reaction respectively. These modified products were applied as pour point depressants. The waxy crude oil was dosed with the modified African pear seed oil of concentrations 0.1ml, 0.2ml and 0.3 ml. The result showed a reduction in the pour point of the crude oil from; 21oC to 14oC and 21oC to 13oC for crude oils dosed with modified with ethylene glycol and diethanolamine respectively. The result also confirms that the concentration of the depressant does not affect the pour point. The modified product with diethanolamine was a better depressant compared to ethylene glycol modified products.
Exploring Student Perceptions and Expectations of Peer Mentoring: A Study of the Lobomentoría Program at Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Mexico
Authors: Romero-Fernández Abelardo , Morandín-Ahuerma Fabio , Villanueva-Méndez Laura , Sánchez-Aragón María Soledad , Contreras-González Judith
Published: October 2024

This study explores the perceptions and expectations of applicants aspiring to join the "Lobomentoría" University Peer Mentoring Program at the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP), Mexico. The research aims to identify the key factors influencing their preparedness for the mentoring role, particularly in addressing challenges related to dropout rates in higher education. Using a mixed-method approach, a questionnaire and follow-up semi-structured interviews were conducted with 54 participants to examine their understanding of the lobomentor role, the necessary skills, and their anticipated outcomes. The findings reveal that applicants have a clear grasp of a lobomentor's functions and recognize essential skills such as providing assistance and support to incoming students. Additionally, they express a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, promoting a sense of belonging, and reducing dropout tendencies. This study enhances the understanding of peer mentoring programs within Mexican higher education institutions. To complement these findings, it is recommended that future research focus on long-term studies to assess the impact of the Lobomentoría program on student retention and academic success.
Investigation on the Biological Characteristics and Thermal Requirements of Egg Parasitoid Trichogrammatoidea bactrae on Eggs of Cotton Pink Bollworm
Authors: Meshram Sahil D. , Tenguri Prabhulinga , Biradar V. K. , Thube Shivaji H. , Fand Babasaheb B. , T. N Madhu , Shah Vivek , Pande Rachna , Naik V. Chinna Babu
Published: October 2024

The biological traits and thermal needs of Trichogrammatoidea bactrae Nagaraja was assessed on the eggs of the Pink bollworm, Pectinophora gossypiella to predict the ideal temperature for the release of the parasitoid. A card with 300 P. gossypiella eggs was offered to T. bactrae adults in a 5:1 ratio at temperatures 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34 and 36 oC. All developmental stages of T. bactrae were monitored at each temperature, however, no parasitism or development occurred at temperature 36°C. The highest parasitism rate was observed at 28°C (76.03%), and emergence rates exceeded 85.65% between 18 and 30°C. Temperature variations affected both the development duration and adult longevity, with higher temperatures leading to shorter development times and reduced lifespan. The highest proportion of female offspring was recorded at 20°C (73.67%). The total heat requirement for complete development was calculated to be 136.98 degree-days (K), with a lower threshold temperature identified at 11.75°C.
Optimizing Electoral Integrity: Real-Time Control of Eligibility with Hyperledger Fabric Blockchain
Authors: BEKPON François , DJARA Tahirou , SOBABE Abdou-Aziz , OUSMANE Matine
Published: October 2024

In this paper, we present an innovative model based on the Hyperledger Fabric blockchain for automating electoral eligibility checking. That permit to remove the need for citizens to provide documents for candidacy or census formalities during elections. This model leverages Restful APIs to aggregate real-time data from the involved transactional databases, integrating them directly into the blockchain. Smart contracts are implemented to ensure transparency and security in the process, providing citizens with confidence. As a result, this model automatically generates a reliable, inclusive and legitimate list of eligible candidates and voters. By ensuring the accuracy and transparency of these lists, the model reduces the risks of exclusion, fraud and errors that could compromise the stability and development of nations. In conclusion, this model improves the reliability of the data essential to electronic voting systems.
Comparative Efficacy of Three Doses of COLAM 247 SC in the Management of Cabbage Insect Pests in Western Burkina Faso
Authors: Sawadogo Alizèta , Simdé Rabieta , Mano Elias , Zida Issaka
Published: October 2024

Aims: Contribute to protect Cabbage crops by evaluating the biological efficacy of a new binary, COLAM 247 SC.
Study Design: A completely randomized Fisher block with five treatments and four replicates.
Place and Duration of Study: The efficacy of some insecticides on Cabbage’s insect pests was carried out in a farming environment on the developed perimeter of the Vallée du Kou, region of Hauts Bassins, Burkina Faso between September and December 2022.
Methodology: Treatments included Colam 1 (0.075 l/ha), Colam 2 (0.15 l/ha), Colam 3 (0.25 l/ha), K-optimal (1 l/ha) and the untreated control. Each elementary plot covered an area of 24 m2. The distance between elementary plots was 1 m and that between blocks was 2 m. Plant spacing was 0.5 m between bunches and 0.8 m between rows, for a total of 60 plants per elementary plot
Results: More than 80% of Aphids populations was reduced by the three doses of Colam 247 SC and K-optimal. The low reduction rates of diamondback moth larvae population were observed with the three doses of Colam 247 SC (14.36 to 21.79%) while K-optimal failed to reduce the larvae population of this insect pest. Chemical insecticide used contributed to improve cabbage yield (74.5 to 89.30 t/ha) as compared to the control (73.50 t/ha) even though statistical analyses did not reveal any significant difference (P > .05).
Conclusion: The Colam 247 SC at the dose of 0.15 l/ha can be used by farmers as an additional insecticide in the control of cabbage insect pests.
Trait Association Studies to Determine Selection Indices in F5 Segregating Populations of Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: Patel D. P. , Patel V. P. , Patel V. B. , Patel R. K. , Modha K. G. , Patel Harshita , Patel Ashita , Prajapati M. R. , Trivedi Saryu , Patel G. M.
Published: October 2024

The experiment consisted of 38 promising F5 breeding lines developed and evaluated for correlation coefficient, path coefficient and selection indices studies with four check varieties viz., NVSR-2435, Sardar, Lalkada Gold and GR-18 in RBD with three replications during kharif-2023 at RRRS, Vyara, Gujarat. Genotypic correlation analysis revealed that grain yield per plant appeared to be positively and significantly correlated with productive tillers per plant, plant height, panicle length, straw yield per plant and 100 grain weight, which suggested that these characters can be improved simultaneously towards higher grain yield per plant by direct selection. Genotypic path analysis revealed that positive and direct effects on grain yield per plant were exhibited by days to maturity, productive tillers per plant, panicle length, 100 grain weight and straw yield per plant. Among these traits, panicle length, productive tillers per plant, 100 grain weight and straw yield per plant exhibited direct effect along with highly significant and positive association with grain yield per plant. Therefore, selection for such traits may be considered as most important yield attributing characters. The negligible residual effect of 0.037 was observed in path analysis, indicates that the model explained large proportion of variance. Thirty-one selection indices were constructed in all possible combinations of grain yield per plant (X1) along with four components viz., productive tiller per plant (X2), panicle length (X3), 100 grain weight (X4) and straw yield per plant (X5) through equal weight method. Among all the selection indices, the relative efficiency (%) and expected genetic advance (GA) was noted maximum with four characters selection index (I1245) compared to grain yield per plant (I1).
Studies on Genetic Variability and Character Association in Chickpea Germplasm for Growth and Yield Attributes
Authors: G Moulya , B. N. Harish Babu , D. Lakshmana , B. C. Dhananjaya , S. Raghavendra
Published: October 2024

Aims: The improvement in crop yield depends upon the magnitude of genetic variability available in breeding material. An investigation was carried out in chickpea germplasm lines to study variability present and correlation for growth and yield attributes viz, days to fifty per cent flowering, days to maturity, plant height, number of primary branches per plant, number of pods per plant, number of seeds per pod, hundred seed weight and seed yield.
Study Design:  The investigation was carried out in an augmented design with 5 blocks.
Place and Duration of Study: Zonal agricultural and horticultural research station, Babbur farm, Hiriyur, Chitradurga during Rabi 2023.
Methodology: 100 germplasm lines collected from different sources were utilized in the study with 4 checks. Data was recorded and statistical analysis was carried out using R software
Results: The analysis of variance revealed the presence of significant differences among germplasm for all traits studied. High genotypic coefficient of variation (GCV), phenotypic coefficient of variation (PCV), heritability coupled with high genetic advance as per cent of mean were recorded for traits, number of primary branches, number of pods per plant, hundred seed weight and seed yield. Correlation studies revealed that, seed yield was in positive association with number of pods per plant, plant height and hundred seed weight.
Conclusion: Through this study, it is clear that yield improvement programs could prioritize traits like the number of pods per plant, plant height, hundred seed weight and seed yield in breeding programmes.
Farmers Awareness and Perception of Drone Technology
Authors: P P Murugan , C Dhivya , M Senthilkumar
Published: October 2024

The agricultural sector is increasingly leveraging technological advancements to enhance productivity and sustainability. Among these innovations, drone technology, a crucial component of precision agriculture, is gaining global recognition. This study explores the current awareness and perception of drone technology among farmers in Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, where agriculture continues to be a critical livelihood source. Using an ex-post facto research design, the study sampled 60 farmers from various regions within Coimbatore district, selected through a simple random sampling technique to assess their awareness and perception of drone technology. Data were collected through structured interviews and questionnaires, analyzed using statistical tools like frequency, percentage analysis and mean score is to understand response patterns. The findings reveal that awareness of drone technology is highest for its use in spraying agrochemicals (75 per cent), followed by pest and disease control (68 per cent) and irrigation management (66 per cent). Farmers expressed positive perceptions of the efficiency and precision that drones bring to farming operations, particularly in reducing labor and time spent on manual tasks. Drones were recognized for their potential to improve crop health monitoring, optimize resource use, and promote sustainability by minimizing chemical overuse. Nonetheless, logistical challenges such as the durability of drones in extreme weather conditions, connectivity issues in rural areas, and maintenance costs pose significant obstacles to widespread adoption. While government initiatives, including subsidies have begun to alleviate some financial burdens, there is a clear need for further support in terms of training, infrastructure, and policy enhancements. The study underscores the importance of integrating drones into the agricultural sector to ensure more sustainable and productive farming practices that can meet the growing global food demand.
Reaction of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) Genotypes against Rhizoctonia solani Inciting Root Rot Disease
Authors: Meena Ranjana , Ghasolia R. P. , Godika Shailesh , Chand Kewal , Bunker Raja Ram , Yadav Pinki Devi
Published: October 2024

Okra or lady’s finger [Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench] is known as “Bhindi” in Hindi, is one of the most important summer vegetables of Rajasthan as well as India and belongs to the family Malvaceae. This crop suffers harshly from the vagary of diseases caused by fungi and important one is root rot caused by Rhizoctonia solani, which is an important constraint to the crop and causes significant economic losses and fungicides are the major tool to overcome the disease incidence. As per environment and health issues and demand of organically produced vegetables, it is a major concerned to control it by eco-friendly approaches. Therefore, developing a resistance variety to disease, provides inexpensive, durable and effective means of plant disease control. The current study aimed to find the resistant germplasm against this dreaded disease through screening under artificial inoculation conditions. Among screened 30 genotypes/varieties for two consecutive years, the root rot incidence was recorded from 16.23 per cent to 60.45 per cent and it was lowest (16.23%) in the variety Red Ghana while it was maximum in Pusa Bhindi-5 (60.45%). None of the genotypes/varieties was found immune and highly resistant. However, one variety was found resistant (Red Ghana) while 14 were moderately resistant (Azad Kranti, Kashi Pragati, Kashi Kranti, Arka Anamika, Arka Anmol, Co-1, Parbhani Kranti, Hisar Unnat, Kashi Satdhari, Kashi Chaman (VRO-19), VROH-12, D-108, Bhanu Priya and Kashi Mohini (VRO-3). Conclusively, as Red Ghana variety showed resistant reaction to the disease, it can be included in cultivation with other managing practices and in further genetic improvement programs.
Growth Rate and Nutrient Uptake of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni as Influenced by Organic Manures in Laterite Soils of Kerala, India
Authors: Kumar Pittala Manoj , Sindhu P.V. , Prameela P. , Savitha Antony
Published: October 2024

A field experiment was conducted to understand the effect of organic manures on the crop growth rate (CGR), relative growth rate (RGR), and nutrient uptake of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni) from April to August of 2022 and 2023 at the Agronomy farm, Department of Agronomy, College of Agriculture, Vellanikkara, Thrissur. The experiment was laid out in randomized block design (RBD) with 7 treatments replicated thrice which consisted of different levels of organic manures viz., three levels of farmyard manure (FYM@ 5, 10, 15 t ha­-1), three levels of vermicompost (VC@ 2.5, 5, 7.5 kg ha-1) and a control. The organic manure treatments significantly affected crop growth rate (CGR) and relative growth rate (RGR) in all the growth periods. The two-year pooled mean of CGR of stevia was significantly superior in FYM@15 t ha-1 over control in all the three growth periods i.e., at 0-30 DAP, 30-45 DAP and 45 DAP to harvest. Whereas, the two-year mean of RGR of stevia was found statistically higher in FYM@15 t ha-1 over control in the first two growth periods only. The organic manure treatments had a significant influence on the plant nutrient (NPK) uptake as well in both the years. The two-year pooled mean data regarding plant uptake of nitrogen and phosphorous was found significantly higher in FYM@15 t ha-1 over control whereas statistically higher pooled mean potassium uptake by stevia was found in VC@7.5 kg ha-1 over control. Overall, the higher levels of organic manure, especially FYM, significantly improve growth and nutrient uptake in stevia.
Impact of Conservation Tillage and Nitrogen Management on Soil Temperature and Soil Moisture in Aerobic Rice
Authors: Kumar G. Naveen , Sreedevi B. , Hemalatha S. , Surekha K. , Ramana C. , Latha P.
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the impact of different tillage practices, namely Conventional Tillage (CT) (T1), Minimum Tillage with residue retention (MT) (T2) and Zero Tillage (ZT) (T3) and nitrogen fertilizer schedules 100% RDN (N1) (120 kg ha-1), 100% RDN + foliar spray of nano urea 2.5 ml l-1 at active tillering and panicle initiation stage (N2), 100% RDN + foliar spray of nano DAP 2.5 ml l-1 at active tillering and panicle initiation stage (N3), 75% RDN + Nano urea 2.5 ml l-1 at active tillering and panicle initiation stage (N4), 75 % RDN + Nano DAP  2.5 ml l-1 at active tillering and panicle initiation stage (N5) on soil temperature, moisture and their interaction in aerobic rice cultivation. Soil temperature was measured using digital thermometer and soil moisture was determined by Owen drying method. Results revealed that soil temperature and soil moisture was significantly influenced by tillage practices and Nitrogen fertilizer schedules showed no significant effect on soil temperature and soil moisture. Zero tillage (T3) consistently recording the lowest soil temperatures compared to T1 and T2 in both years. During rabi 2022-2023, T3 recorded 18.23°C in the 1st week, significantly lower than T1 (19.32°C). This trend persisted in the rabi 2023-2024, with T3 recording 27.1°C in the 19th week, significantly lower than T1 (28.61°C). In terms of soil moisture, zero tillage (T3) also consistently resulted in the highest moisture levels. During rabi 2022-2023 season, T3 recorded 18.93% soil moisture in the 1st week, significantly higher than T1 (18.11%). This pattern continued in the rabi 2023-2024, with T3 maintaining significantly higher moisture levels in most weeks. Zero tillage is effective in reducing soil temperature and enhancing soil moisture retention. Minimum tillage with residue retention performing similar to zero tillage.