bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Сyclistics and variability of drama in Alain Resnais film «Last year in Marienbad»
Authors:   federal state budget educational institution of higher education «Saint Petersburg State University of Culture», Gusev Alexey O.
Published: January 2024

In the history of cinema art Alain Resnais film «Last year in Marienbad» was marked as a successful step in the development of new dramatic types. The composition of the film «Last year in Marienbad» is cyclically organized and alongside with an extremely slowing developing plot it conceals its message. Conditional images with their hidden characters exist in the situation where outer conflicts are not shown and the action develops in an abstract limited space. Nevertheless, the authors managed to create a reserved cyclic but at the same time a variable structure of the film. The dramatic methods developed in the film are topical now and are actively used in modern cinematography. The article studies the ways the authors of the film use these methods and defines their functions in the drama of the film.
Chaliapin’s voice as a phenomenon in vocal art
Authors:   Moscow State University named after M. V. Lomonosov, Ustinskaya Ksenia I.
Published: January 2024

February 13, 2023, is the 150th anniversary of the birth of the phenomenal opera singer, worldfamous bass Fyodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (1873-1938). Chaliapin’s voice is an undeniable phenomenon in the world vocal art. It was comparable to a Stradivarius violin in its uniqueness and flight. It is the art of intonational reincarnation, subtle work of conveying the psychological characters of heroes. His scale went beyond the scope of one vocal art, because he was also a brilliant actor, sculptor, painter and wrote superbly. The latter is evidenced by his correspondence and friendship with the writer Maxim Gorky. The genius of the performer was confirmed by the rave reviews of both his contemporaries: Sergei Rachmaninoff, Konstantin Stanislavsky, Leonid Andreev, and an extensive list of research literature that problematized the phenomenon of Fyodor Ivanovich Chaliapin. This is a great art that we will have to study and learn from the great bass for a long time to come.
The culture of reading in the context of mathematics by Ya. A. Komensky
Authors:   federal state budget educational institution of higher education «Saint Petersburg State University of Culture», Borodina Valentina A.
Published: January 2024

The terminology of culture and reading culture is considered from the standpoint of cultural studies and reader studies. The content and structural foundations of the culture of reading are given. The idea of understanding the culture of reading as a universe and metaculture in the paradigm of universality in the historiography of reading is expressed. The article analyzes the conceptual foundations of the culture of reading in the legacy of Ya. A. Komensky in conjunction with matetics – the science of apprenticeship. Its cognitive potential is substantiated, considering the constants of the reading culture for solving human life tasks, his socialization and creation in the integrity of education in the world of digital reading. The task of further research of the culture of reading, a constant category in the historiography of reader studies, is set to identify patterns in the improvement of textual activity in the conditions of digitalization of education in the paradigm of universality.
Internet channels of distribution of information about fans’ books
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design, Lezunova Natalia B. , Lisenko Daria A. ,   Saint Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design
Published: January 2024

Creative activities of media fans have been studied in the last decades, however books made by fans attract little attention, including from the field of book science. The paper presents results of a research into usage of social media and other web services for the purpose of distribution of information about fans’ book projects based on video games. Also considered are questions of ethics of such research in view of traditions of book science and with consideration of protection of fans’ pseudonymity and of the researcher. A conclusion is made about diversity of web services used by fans, and about ephemeral, vulnerable nature of information about such projects. Presented as well are ways to develop further research and possible problems that may arise.
Ernest Ľvovich Radlov – employee of the Imperial Public Library (1880–1890s)
Authors:   federal state budget institution «National Library of Russia», Mikheeva Galina V.
Published: January 2024

The genealogical data and family ties of the famous Russian historian of philosophy Ernest Ľvovich Radlov, which were reflected in the formation of him as a prominent scientist, are traced. His natural and educated in the family inclinations to engage in research in the field of history and book science are revealed. For the first time, his activity in the Imperial Public Library in the 1880–1890s was studied in detail. His role in the improvement of the main processes of work in the Department of Philosophy and Pedagogy subordinated to him is studied. Reviews of readers who used his help while working in the Library are given. The issues of E. Ľ. Radlov’s formation as a professional library worker are revealed, which reasonably led to his subsequent directorship in the Library in the first years of Soviet power.
Cartographic setting in literature and cinema
Authors:   federal state budgetary educational institution of higher education «St. Petersburg state Institute of cinema and television», Eremenko Eygeniy D.
Published: January 2024

Cartographic setting – geographical maps, plans and routes are explanatory illustrations in works of literature and cinema. They enrich the action, intrigue and inform the reader/viewer. The landcard is necessary to visually assess the path of the characters who have heard the «call of wandering» in pursuit of the cherished goal (V. Propp, K. Vogler). At the same time, it is a plot-forming material that allows the authors, according to R.-L. Stevenson, to correct the vicissitudes of their stories. The article develops and analyzes the typology of artistic landcards. Conclusion: an artistic map-setting is necessary for studying the «geography of imagination» not only for art historians and cultural scientists, but also for representatives of such creative professions as writers, screenwriters, literary and film editors.
Phthalocyanine-based artistic paints in the works of Soviet masters
Authors:   The State Research Institute for Restoration (GOSNIIR), Kadikova Irina F.
Published: January 2024

The problem of falsifications of works of late Soviet art is becoming increasingly urgent and acute for both private collectors and the museum community. One of the reliable and effective methods of detecting falsifications is technological examination, which aims to determine the time of creation of an artwork. The purpose of the present work is to estimate the possibility of using a group of phthalocyanine pigments as a dating pigment for the works of Soviet masters painted in the period from 1950 to 1980. A technological study of more than 150 dated paintings of the mentioned period from various museum and private collections allowed us to identify only 11 works where pigments from the phthalocyanine group were used. Comparison of the research results and archival data on the formulations of paints based on phthalocyanine compounds produced at Leningrad Factory of Artistic Paints allowed us to identify cases when artists used foreign-made paints.
Adaptation of cultural and educational activities of the museum for blind and visually impaired visitors
Authors:   federal state budget institution of higher education «Kemerovo State University of Culture and Art», Abramova Polina V. , Pobozhakova Anastasia A. ,   federal state budget institution of higher education «Kemerovo State University of Culture and Art»
Published: January 2024

The purpose of the article is to identify the methodology of adaptation of cultural and educational programs for blind and visually impaired children. Socialization and inculturation of children with disabilities is especially important, today various socio-cultural institutions are taking steps in this direction, museums are working to update the heritage. However, little attention is paid to the ethnocultural heritage. While it is important to present this layer of heritage, especially in the multicultural regions of Russia. It is necessary to develop a methodology for the representation of ethnic heritage within the framework of cultural and educational programs. It is established that such programs should be based on the principle of multisensory perception, it is necessary to use all compensatory senses, activate auditory, sensory, kinesthetic channels of perception. Tactile inspection is realized through the creation of relief illustrations, tactile copies, replicas, as well as the formation of an interactive fund. Individual texts of interpreters are constructed considering the requirements of typhlokommentation.
A new definition of the concept of «museum»: the experience of discussion in the ICOM of Russia working group
Authors:   Russian state University for the Humanities, Sundieva Annetta А. , Stefko Maria S. ,   Russian state University for the Humanities, Cherkaeva Olga E. ,   Russian state University for the Humanities
Published: January 2024

The article examines the process of work of the professional museum community on the definition of the concept of «museum». The background of the appearance of the new definition is shown, the international context of the preparation and implementation of the stages of its development is considered. The methodology that determined the sequence of actions of the members of the ICOM of Russia working group to develop a definition of the concept of «museum» is presented in detail. The transparency of the procedure is confirmed by the materials of a survey conducted in a professional museum environment. The questionnaire included 5 questions reflecting the main functions, goals and objectives of the museum. The analysis of the responses demonstrated a high level of consolidation of the museum community, which identified the basic characteristics of the museum, allowing to preserve the boundaries of the museum as the most important social institution. Based on the responses transmitted from the National Committees, the variants of the definition of the museum concept proposed for voting at the XXVI ICOM General Conference in Prague (August 20–28, 2022) have been compiled. The current definition of the museum has been selected from them.
The nature of the Russian North in the illustrations of Anna and Varvara Kendel
Authors:   Russian State University for the Humanities, Umanskay Zhanna V.
Published: January 2024

The image of a place is closely related to the meanings assigned to it by various cultural and historical communities, therefore changes in political and social contexts and generations will influence the content of representations of the region in book graphics. The illustrator conveys the attitude towards a certain territory, laid down by his education and upbringing, personal experience. The depiction of the nature of the Russian North in the drawings of Anna and Varvara Kendel is considered as a continuation of the tradition dating back to the image of the Russian North created by I. Ya. Bilibin. Bilibin’s chronotopos, which can be designated as the “traveler’s chronotopos”. It intermediates between the liminary Astafiev’s and the idealizing Prishvin’s chronotopes. In the works of the sisters there is a tendency towards greater appeal and a decrease in the distance between the natural world and man.
Pendampingan Persiapan Skenario New Normal Pada Taman Kanak-Kanak Dan Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Di Kabupaten Kediri
Authors: Kusumawardhany Sayekti Indah , Hariyanti Sri
Published: January 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic is not the first time this has occurred. Even so, the problem of covid 19 becomes serious when the transmission process is so fast, namely through contact or dopplet media. In 2020, at the beginning of the new school year, the government imposed a new normal system for school trials using the face-to-face system again with several attached rules so that the implementation of teaching and learning activities continued. This method uses socialization media.  This socialization was chosen at one of the kindergartens and early childhood education in Kediri Regency, namely TK Kusuma Mulia Seketi in Kediri Regency. The socialization activity for the new normal scenario can be concluded that the Kusuma Mulia Seketi Kindergarten school can prepare some of the necessities needed for school activities that will reopen during the new school year. This socialization is expected to help schools provide adequate, safe and maximum educational services while still complying with applicable regulations.
Pelatihan Bingo Review untuk Joyful English Di Fajar English Course Pare, Kediri
Authors: Zuhriyah Mukimantus , Fajarina Maskhurin
Published: January 2024

Fajar English Course as one of the course institutions in the English village of Pare has had difficulties in improving the teaching abilities of its tutors. This is because the tutor recruitment system focuses more on alumni of the course institution and those who will still be living in Pare for a long time. So Fajar English Course collaborates with the Community Service team from the English Education Department at Hasyim Asy'ari University to conduct training on teaching strategies using Bingo Review and making teaching materials using the Bingo Review method. After two days of training, the Fajar English Course tutors were able to practice teaching with Bingo Review in speaking, grammar and vocabulary well in microteaching. Apart from that, they are also able to make good teaching materials for speaking, grammar and vocabulary using the Bingo review method. Teaching method training is really needed by Fajar English Course tutors to improve the quality of their teaching. To create a pleasant learning atmosphere, it is highly recommended that English teachers or tutors implement Bingo Review in their respective classes
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF WATER SUPPLY OF THE TURKESTAN REGION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF ECONOMIC SECTORS AND RECREATIONAL TOURISM
Authors:   Institute of Geography and Water Security Science Committee, Department of Landscape Study and Problems of Nature Management, Almaty, Kazakhstan, MUSTAFAYEV Zhumakhan , SKORINTSEVA Irina ,   Institute of Geography and Water Security Science Committee, Department of Landscape Study and Problems of Nature Management, Almaty, Kazakhstan, TOLETAYEV Askhat ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Department of geography and environmental sciences, Almaty, Kazakhstan, ALDAZHANOVA Gulnar ,   Institute of Geography and Water Security Science Committee, Almaty, Department of Landscape Study and Problems of Nature Management, Almaty, Kazakhstan, KUDERIN Amanzhol ,   Institute of Geography and Water Security Science Committee, Almaty, Department of Landscape Study and Problems of Nature Management, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study was a comprehensive assessment of water supply of the population, territory and economic sectors in the context of water-resource regions of Turkestan region of the Republic of Kazakhstan based on integrated specific water supply index, taking into account the environmental flows of river basins, providing data on the current state of water resources, level of water supply and their changes under influence of natural and anthropogenic factors. The research methodology is based on statistical analysis, long-term information-analytical materials on the hydrological condition of rivers, territorial organization of water consumption and the population of Turkestan region. For a comprehensive assessment of water supply of the population, territory and economy, a methodology was developed that allowed to assess the current state of water supply in the territory of river basins in the region and their changes under the influence of natural and anthropogenic factors. A comparative assessment of water supply in the Turkestan region in terms of water-resource areas based on the proposed methodological approach and the created research base covering the period of 2002-2020 showed that, in general, there is a high level of water shortage, which is associated with water shortage problems in the region. The obtained results of study are of fundamental environmental and economic importance when assessing water supply and can be used as an effective tool for the assessment of the influence of water factors during socio-economic forecasting of the region’s development, especially recreational activities.
Building smart brands through online and artificial intelligence tools: A quantitative analysis about the best hospitals in Spain
Authors: Medina Aguerrebere Pablo , Medina Eva , González Pacanowski Toni
Published: January 2024

Building a reputed brand constitutes a priority for hospitals interested in establishing positive relationships with their stakeholders. However, hospitals face different challenges: limited budgets, strict legal frameworks, etc. To overcome these challenges, many hospitals resort to online and artificial intelligence tools. This paper analyzes how hospitals manage both tools to improve their relationships with stakeholders and reinforce their brand reputation. To do that, we conducted a literature review about smart branding in hospitals, and then we defined 34 quantitative indicators to evaluate how the 100 best hospitals in Spain managed their websites, online newsrooms, about us sections and artificial intelligence departments for branding purposes. Our results proved that most hospitals focused their smart branding initiatives on patients (4.98 criteria out of 11) and not on media companies (3.14/11) or public authorities (3.14/6). We concluded that hospitals should implement integrated communication strategies, use artificial intelligence to brand their employees, and establish more professional practices in their communication departments.
The development of computer-aided planning principles for multiproduct machining processes
Authors: Mitin Sergey , Bochkarev Petr
Published: January 2024

The scientific principles of improving the system of automated planning of technical processes in the conditions of multiproduct machining industries are viewed. The study of modern approaches to automation of design and implementation of machining processes taking into account the production situation, is carried out. The use of the system of automated planning of multiproduct machining processes is justified, because its basic procedure includes a possibility of real-time interaction between subsystems design and implementation of technical processes, where the key place is occupied by a database on the technological capabilities of equipment and tooling. The interrelation of the system of automated planning of multiproduct machining processes with subsystems for assessing production manufacturability, monitoring technological equipment state, control and measuring procedures and assembly, is shown. The principle of designing multiproduct machining processes, generated for a given range of parts, taking into account the condition and capabilities of the production system, is presented. It is proposed to use the value of the total manufacturing time of a given range of parts as a generalized criterion for the efficiency of the production system. Ranking technique of design procedures according to the degree of influence of the decisions made on the generalized criterion of efficiency of the production system, is described. A model, based on genetic algorithms, is characterized, allowing the system being automatically adjusted to the conditions, changing during the design process. As a result, the efficiency of technological preparation of diversified production increases due to the rational distribution of manufacturing process for machining operation of parts to existing production facilities. The development of the work is aimed at increasing the level of design automation of machining processes and obtaining feedback on the current state of the production system.
Analisis Efektivitas Biaya (Cost Effectiveness Analysis) Monoterapi Pada Pasien Preeklampsia Di Rsud Sleman
Authors: Andriani Yuni , Hidiyaningtyas Lutfi , Utami Nendhi Wahyunia
Published: January 2024

Background: Preeclampsia treatment if not treated immediately will cause seizures and even cause death. Rational treatment can be seen from the (outcome) therapy and costs. Pharmacoeconomic analysis can be used to see which drug is most effective in terms of therapeutic outcomes and the costs incurred to obtain that therapy.Objective: This study aims to analyze the cost-effective antihypertensive monotherapy in preeclampsia patients.Methods: The research was conducted at the Sleman Regional Hospital on inpatient preeclampsia patients for the 2021-2022 period. Retrospective data collection in the form of medical record data and financial administration. The effectiveness of therapy is calculated based on blood pressure and length of stay with ICER (Incremental Cost-Effectiveness Ratio) calculations.Results: The description of the characteristics of preeclampsia patients at Sleman Regional Hospital is dominated by those aged 20-35 years, 23 patients (51%), without comorbidities, 39 patients (87%). The most widely used antihypertensive monotherapy was Nifedipine in 33 patients (73%). The cost effective monotherapy is Nifedipine, with an ICER value of Rp. 3,258 based on blood pressure and an ICER of -Rp. 6,041 based on LOSConclusion: Monotherapy that cost effective for hospitalized preeclampsia patients at Sleman Regional Hospital is Nifedipine.
FOTOBIOMODULAÇÃO COM DUPLO COMPRIMENTO DE ONDA NA PREVENÇÃO DE MUCOSITE ORAL EM CRIANÇAS E ADOLESCENTES COM CÂNCER
Authors: Bastos dos Santos Carvalho Mariana , Bertalha Blascovich Hellyangela , Gadelha de Paula Moreira Thayz
Published: January 2024

O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar a eficácia do laser de baixa intensidade com duplo comprimento de onda (660 e 808nanômetros) na prevenção de mucosite oral em criança e adolescente com câncer. Método: Ensaio clínico randomizado, controlado, realizado em centro único, aprovado por comitê de ética em pesquisa sob parecer n°5.013.948. Amostra composta por 14 crianças e adolescentes com câncer submetidos a quimioterapia com Metotrexato. Os critérios de inclusão foram: idade entre 02-16 anos, diagnóstico de câncer em acompanhamento pelo local do estudo. Foram critérios de exclusão: desconforto a intervenção; impossibilidade de inserção do laser na cavidade oral; infecções; Tumores na região da aplicação. Os participantes foram randomizados em dois grupos: grupo controle (GC), submetidos a aplicação do laser com único comprimento de onda (660nm); e Grupo intervenção (GI) que utilizou laser com comprimento de onda duplo (660nm e 808nm) simultaneamente. A aplicação foi em pontos específicos da boca. Resultado: 14 participantes com diagnóstico de Leucemia Linfoblástica Aguda (LLA), principalmente do sexo masculino, média de idade entre 4-8 anos, raça parda, com renda até 1 salário mínimo. Ao avaliar o nível de dor, não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre os grupos. Ao exame da região da boca, apresentou diferença significativa apenas no décimo quinto dia, com pior desfecho para o GC, na região dos lábios. Conclusão: A Fotobiomodulação com duplo comprimento de onda, apresentou melhor desfecho, e apresenta como vantagem, menor tempo de aplicação, quando comparado com comprimento único, promovendo maior conforto e aceitação dos pacientes.
gambaran lembaga keuangan syariah
Authors: Putri Safha Tasya
Published: January 2024

Catatan dan penjelasan mengenai bagaimana gambaran umum dari lembaga keuangan syariah yang merupakan suatu lembaga yang bergerak di bidang keuangan
Deep Reinforcement Learning: Techniques for training agents to make sequential decisions in complex environments.
Authors: Ali Wasif
Published: January 2024

Deep reinforcement learning (DRL) is a powerful machine learning technique that allows agents to learn how to make decisions in complex environments by trial and error. DRL combines reinforcement learning (RL) with deep learning, which allows agents to learn from large amounts of data and make decisions based on complex features. In this paper, we review the techniques used in DRL, and we discuss the challenges and opportunities of this field. We also present some examples of how DRL is being used today, and we discuss the future of DRL.
PENTINGNYA ETIKA DALAM MENGURAI TALI KOLUSI UNTUK TRANAFORMASI PEMERINTAHAN YANG BERINTEGRITAS
Authors: Adhan Reski Nursaputri
Published: January 2024

Praktik kolusi di dalam pemerintahan menjadi ancaman serius terhadap integritas dankesejahteraan masyarakat. Artikel ini membahas dampak dan faktor-faktor pendorong kolusi,termasuk monopoli, korupsi, dan kehilangan kepercayaan masyarakat. Ketidaksetaraankekuatan, kurangnya persaingan, dan budaya korupsi diidentifikasi sebagai pemicu utamapraktik kolusi. Untuk mengatasi risiko ini, diperlukan langkah-langkah kolektif, sepertimemperkuat pengawasan, mendorong persaingan sehat, dan membangun budaya yang menolak korupsi
Autocratic and democratic imprinting: The long-term impact of education on democratic support
Authors: Neundorf Anja , Gerschewski Johannes , Lindstaedt Natasha , Olar Roman-Gabriel , Shorrocks Rosalind
Published: January 2024

In this paper, we argue and demonstrate that education is a key mechanism in explaining why people who lived through dictatorships are more skeptical of democracy than those who spent their formative years in a democracy. To test this proposition, we present an innovative identification strategy, using the German Democratic Republic’s school system to estimate the causal effect of education on long-term democratic support. The results confirm that those who experienced more socialist education are more critical of democracy today. Relying on original expert-coded data on the content of school education, combined with individual-level data from 106 countries, we further show that democratic education has a lasting positive impact on citizens’ support for democracy, while education content in autocracies affect citizens’ democratic values less. Our findings on the vital role of education have important implications for our understanding of democratic consolidation and democratic stability more generally.
Does the notion of intrinsic reward explain context-dependent valuation in reinforcement learning?
Authors: Bavard Sophie , Palminteri Stefano
Published: January 2024

Does the notion of intrinsic reward explain context-dependent valuation in reinforcement learning? A comment on Molinaro & Collins, 2023 - Intrinsic rewards explain context-sensitive valuation in reinforcement learning; https://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article?id=10.1371/journal.pbio.3002201
What Risk Assessment Tools can be Used With Men Convicted of Child Sexual Exploitation Material (CSEM) Offenses? Recommendations From a Review of Current Research
Authors: Helmus L. Maaike , Eke Angela W. , Seto Michael
Published: January 2024

Objective: Review current research on risk assessment tools with individuals convicted of child sexual exploitation materials (CSEM) offenses with recommendations for use in forensic, correctional, and legal settings. Hypotheses: Multiple tools would be defensible to use with individuals convicted of CSEM offenses. Methods: We discuss a minimum threshold of predictive accuracy to justify using a risk tool as an improvement on the typical level of accuracy expected from unstructured professional judgment. Then beyond this minimum threshold, we offer additional considerations that researchers and practitioners can use in evaluating and selecting risk tools. Results: We identified eight risk assessment tools with predictive accuracy research on individuals convicted of CSEM offenses: the Child Pornography Offender Risk Tool (CPORT), Risk Matrix 2000/Sex (RM2000/S), OASys Sexual Reoffending Predictor – Indecent Images (OSP/I), Static-99R, STABLE-2007, ACUTE-2007, Post Conviction Risk Assessment (PCRA), and the Level of Service Inventory – Ontario Revision (LSI-OR). We review each using the evaluation considerations. Conclusions: The CPORT, RM2000/S, STABLE-2007, and ACUTE-2007 (in conjunction with the STABLE) are all defensible tools to use for assessing risk of any sexual recidivism or CSEM recidivism specifically. There is preliminary evidence suggesting some support for Static-99R, but it may not be the ideal choice. The OSP/I consists of a single risk factor and considers risk of CSEM recidivism among all individuals convicted of sexual offenses, not only among individuals convicted of CSEM offenses. The PCRA and LSI-OR general recidivism risk tools have some empirical support in predicting general recidivism among CSEM samples (and sexual recidivism for the PCRA), with limitations noted. The use of multiple tools may have value in assessing risk and structuring management in CSEM cases, however how they are best combined for these samples is still unclear. We expect research in this area to continue to build rapidly.
Performance characteristics of broiler finisher fed grit and enzyme supplemented sugarcane bark scrapings
Authors:   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Abuja. Nigeria., Adeniji A. A. , Oluwafemi R. A. ,   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Abuja. Nigeria., Bichi S. N. ,   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Abuja. Nigeria.
Published: January 2024

A total of two hundred and seventy (270) broiler finishers of four (4) weeks old were used in this experiment to determine the effects of feeding Sugarcane Bark Scrapping (SBS) with or without grit and enzyme supplementation. A 3 × 3 factorial experiment was adopted such that there were three graded levels of SBS (0, 7.5 and 15%) by three supplementation levels (No supplement, grit and enzyme) and lasted for a period of four (4) weeks. The results showed that increase in the inclusion level of SBS had significant effect (P<0.05) on the rate of weight gain, feed intake, feed to gain ratio, final body weight, cost of feed consumed per bird, rearing cost and nitrogen retention but had no significant effect (P>0.05) on the nitrogen intake. There were significant effects (P<0.05) of the supplementation on the feed intake, rate of weight gain, feed to gain ratio and final body weight. Broiler finishers fed grit supplemented diets performed significantly (P<0.05) better than broiler fed no supplement and enzyme supplemented diets. The interaction between the varying levels of SBS and supplements had significant effects (P<0.05) on final body weight, rate of weight gain, feed intake and feed to gain ratio. This study shows that broiler fed SBS at 7.5% inclusion level supplemented with grit gave the best growth performance.
Effect of dietary supplementation of Moringa oleifera leaf meal on the carcass characteristics and meat quality of broiler chickens
Authors:   Department of Animal Health and Production Technology, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, P.M.B. 1019,  Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria., Imoru A.
Published: January 2024

A research was conducted with four weeks old mixed sex Arbor Acres strain of broiler chickens (n = 200) to study the effect of equi-protein replacement of soybean meal (SBM) with Moringa oleifera leaf meal (MLM) on carcass characteristics and meat quality potentials of broiler finishers. Five experimental diets were formulated in which the dietary SBM was partially replaced with MLM at 0, 12.50, 25, 37.50, and 50% graded levels to form T1, T2, T3, T4 and T5 respectively. Each treatment was allotted 40 birds with 10 birds per replicate to make up 4 replicates in a treatment. The experiment lasted for 28 days during which feed and water were offered without restrictions. At the end of the feeding trial, 2 birds per replicate were sacrificed after initial mechanical stunning to assess carcass and organ characteristics, skin and shank pigmentation and palatability of cooked meat. The weight of broiler prime cuts such as the thigh, breast and drum stick were significantly (p<0.05) affected by the dietary treatments. Abdominal fat pad reduced significantly (p<0.05) with increased level of MLM supplementations in broilers’ diets. No significant (p>0.05) difference in the values recorded for cooking loss, however, in thaw loss, breast and drumstick recorded the highest (p<0.05) values of 15.48±1.81 and 4.05±0.78 in T1 respectively. Skin and shank pigmentation scores increased (p<0.05) with increased levels of dietary MLM but the general acceptability scores of boiled chicken meat revealed no significant (p>0.05) difference. The present results indicate that MLM replacing SBM in broiler diets can improve significantly (p<0.05) carcass yield and abdominal fat reduction. Skin and shank colouration improved (p<0.05) and no adverse effect was observed in various internal organs compared with birds on the control diet.
Evaluation of antidotal potentials of hydroethanolic extract of Spirulina platensis on teratogenicity of Cavia porcellus induced by exposure to lead acetate
Authors:   Animal Physiology and Health Research Unit, Faculty of Agronomy and Agricultural Sciences, University of Dschang, P. O. Box 188, Dschang, Cameroon., DEUTCHEU NIENGA Sorelle , NGOULA Ferdinand ,   Animal Physiology and Health Research Unit, Faculty of Agronomy and Agricultural Sciences, University of Dschang, P. O. Box 188, Dschang, Cameroon., TCHOFFO Herve ,   Animal Physiology and Health Research Unit, Faculty of Agronomy and Agricultural Sciences, University of Dschang, P. O. Box 188, Dschang, Cameroon., MABOU NGUEMO Jeamine Laura ,   Animal Physiology and Health Research Unit, Faculty of Agronomy and Agricultural Sciences, University of Dschang, P. O. Box 188, Dschang, Cameroon., VEMO Bertin Narcisse ,   Animal Physiology and Health Research Unit, Faculty of Agronomy and Agricultural Sciences, University of Dschang, P. O. Box 188, Dschang, Cameroon., TCHOUMBOUE Joseph ,   Animal Physiology and Health Research Unit, Faculty of Agronomy and Agricultural Sciences, University of Dschang, P. O. Box 188, Dschang, Cameroon.
Published: January 2024

Lead acetate is a compound that is teratogenic and could cause hazards in pregnant humans and economic loses in livestock. This study aims to evaluate the protective and curative effects of hydroethanolic extract of Spirulina platensis (HESP) on embryo-toxicity in guinea pig exposed to lead acetate. Eighteen females, aged 4 months old and weighing 350±5.3 g were divided into 8 groups of 10 guinea pigs each. The negative control (group 1) received by gavage distilled water and positive control (group 2) was exposed to lead acetate at a dose of 12 mg/kg.bw alone. While Groups 3, 4 and 5 co-exposed for a period of 90 days to 12 mg/kg bw of lead acetate and 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg.bw of hydroethanolic extract of Spirulina platensis respectively. The animals of groups 6, 7 and 8 were also exposed for the first 30 days to lead acetate, then 50, 100 and 200 mg /kg.bw of HESP from the 31st to the 90th day. At the end of the trial, female animals were sacrificed for determine the teratogenicity. Lead acetate caused a significant decrease of placental and fetal weight, number of implantation sites and gravid uterine weights. In the other hand, it increased the incidence of fetal anomalies when compared to the negative control. HESP significantly reduced (p< 0.05) the lead acetate-induced abnormities by increasing fetal number, weight, viability and reduced skeletal anomalies. Treatment of female guinea pigs with hydroethanolic extract of Spirulina platensis whether for protective or curative at dose of 100 mg/kg.bw, attenuated lead induced reproductive disrupted, fetal malformation and fetal mortality. The Hydroethanolic extract of Spirulina platensis due to some phytochemical principles rich in antioxidant properties, could possibly mitigate the adverse effects of lead acetate.
Gastrointestinal parasites of feral pigeon (Columba livia Gmelin, 1789) at two temples of Kathmandu valley
Authors:   Central Department of Zoology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal., Jha Bina , Gupta Ranjana ,   Central Department of Zoology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal., Subedi Janak Raj ,   Central Department of Zoology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal., Chhetri Bijay ,   Central Department of Zoology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Published: January 2024

Protozoans, helminths and other gastrointestinal (GI) parasitic infections in Aves are an imperative but often ignored topic in rising nations like Nepal. Accurate inspections of GI parasites in feral pigeons inform pragmatic treatment regimens. In a prospective examination of intestinal parasites in the coprological study of feral pigeons in April 2016, a total of 120 samples were preserved in 2.5% potassium dichromate and examined by microscopy of direct and concentrated faecal sample techniques to detect ova, larvae, and oocysts of parasites. Altogether 109 (90.83%) samples were positive with 6 genera of GI parasites. The study identified one genus of protozoa: Eimeria sp. (43.34%) and five genera of helminths: Capillaria sp. (51.67%), Ascaridia sp. (27.50%), Heterakis sp. (19.17%), Syngamus sp. (4.17%) and Tetrameres sp. (1.70%). The prevalence rate of helminth parasites (83.34%) was higher than the prevalence rate of protozoan parasites (43.34%). The present study revealed a significant difference in the prevalence of helminths and protozoan parasites (χ²=15.14, p<0.05). However, the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites showed no significant variation with respect to single and mixed infection (χ² =1.56, p>0.05). The present study examined a higher prevalence rate of gastrointestinal parasites due to a lack of deworming programs in feral pigeons and a lack of sustainable action designs. Therefore, the sustainable action design and its implementation to control parasitic infection and reduce the health hazards of feral temple pigeons were recommended.
Effect of multi-enzyme complex and feed form on growth performance, slaughter characteristic, total tract nutrient digestibility, and energy utilization in broiler chickens
Authors:   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Dicle University, Diyarbakır, 21280, Turkey., İpçak Hasan Hüseyin , Cardozo Paul W. ,   Technical Department, APSA Specialties, Andrés Pintaluba, S.A., Polígono Industrial Agro-Reus Prudenci Bertrana, 5, 43206 Reus, Spain., Denli Muzaffer ,   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Dicle University, Diyarbakır, 21280, Turkey., Escobero Saul Jose ,   Technical Department, APSA Specialties, Andrés Pintaluba, S.A., Polígono Industrial Agro-Reus Prudenci Bertrana, 5, 43206 Reus, Spain.
Published: January 2024

This study was conducted to investigate the effect of dietary supplementation of exogenous multi-enzyme complex and feed form on growth performance, slaughter characteristics, nutrient digestibility, phosphorus (P), calcium (Ca), and nitrogen-corrected apparent metabolizable energy (AMEn) utilization in broilers fed corn–soybean meal diets. A total of 312 male one day-old broiler chicks (Ross 308) were allocated to 6 dietary treatment groups with 13 replicates (4 birds each) in a 2×3 factorial arrangement of treatments in a randomized design, which includes mash (M) or pellet (P) diets supplemented with three levels of a multi-enzyme complex (0, 125, or 175 mg/kg) for 42 days. The results indicated that the addition of 175 mg/kg multi-enzyme complex to pelleted feeds (P175) significantly increased (p<0.05) the body weight and feed intake of the broilers during the grower period. The feed conversion ratio (FCR) was significantly improved (p<0.05) by adding the multi-enzyme complex to the pelleted feeds. The feed form * multi-enzyme interaction was significant on d0-21 for BW and FI and all three periods in FCR (p<0.05). Mash feed decreased the European Production Efficiency Factor (EPEF) ratio compared to that of the pelleted feed, and it was observed that EPEF increased (p<0.05) linearly with an increase in the multi-enzyme complex added to both the mash and pelleted feeds. Although there was no difference among the groups regarding the carcass yield and relative organ weights, the gizzard weight increased significantly in chickens fed with mash feeds (p<0.05). In addition, the difference between treatment groups in terms of total tract nutrient digestibility does not differ (p>0.05) significantly, while the highest (p<0.05) AMEn utilization was found in the P175 group. As a result, the pelleted feed form and the increased level of multi-enzyme supplementation improved the performance and efficiency of broiler production.
Relationship of linear body measurements with live body weight in West African Dwarf sheep raised in Tropical Rainforest of Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Akwa Ibom State University, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria., Sam I. M. , Usoro O. O. ,   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Akwa Ibom State University, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria., Udo A. F. ,   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Akwa Ibom State University, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
Published: January 2024

The relationship between live body weight and some linear body measurements was studied in 130 (98 females and 32 males) West African Dwarf (WAD) sheep under field conditions in Obio Akpa. Body measurements studied included Body Length (BL), Hearth Girth (HG), Height of Wither (HAW), Neck Length (NL), Rump Width(RW), Ear Length (EL), Neck Width (NW), Shoulder Width (SW) and Tail Length(TL). The data collected were subjected to t-test analysis to determine the effect of sex on each of these parameters. The data were also fitted into linear and multiple regression models to predict live body weight from the body measurements. Correlations between body weight and linear body measurements were also calculated. The results indicated that the linear body measurement of the West African Dwarf sheep was significantly higher in males than in females except in shoulder width. In all the three categories studied; male, female and pooled male/female, the correlation coefficient (r) was significantly and positively high in the relationship between live body weight with BL and HG. The correlation coefficient (r) computed were 0.742, 0.842 and 0.579 for body length in pooled male/female, males, and females respectively, while between body weight and HG were 0.704, 0.811 and 0.539 for pooled male/female, males and females respectively. Based on the stepwise regression procedure, BL, HAW, HG, SW, and NL were better for predicting live body weight in linear regression model for males and pooled males/females while BL, SW, HG, TL, HL were best for females. It was concluded that BL and HG were of great importance in the selection program targeting the live body weight of WAD sheep especially, in the study area.
Effect of different probiotics on the growth performance of broiler chicken
Authors:   Apayao State College, College of Agriculture and Forestry, Malama, Conner, Apayao, Philippines 3308., Villanueva Menardo D.
Published: January 2024

The study was conducted from December 15, 2019 to January 26, 2020 at College of Agriculture and Forestry, Apayao State College, Cubet-Malama, Conner, Apayao, Philippines aimed to evaluate the effect of different probiotics on the growth performance of broiler chicken, specifically on the initial and weekly body weight, gain in weight, percentage rate of growth, feed consumption, dressing percentage and feed conversion ratio and efficiency, using T1- pure Water, T2 – commercial probiotics, T3 – effective microorganism, and T4 – fermented fruit juice as water additive. The experiment was laid out using the Completely Randomized Design. The probiotics and the fermented fruit juice did not show any significant effect on the growth performance of broiler chicken on body weight, gain in weight, percentage rate of growth, feed consumption, water consumption and feed conversion ratio and efficiency. The percentage livability of Treatments 1, 3, and 4 was still impressive since the standard of 5% mortality rate was not reached, which implies that the used of commercial probiotics and fermented fruit Juice or organic acids affects immunity. On the income over feed, additive and chick cost, the use of fermented fruit juice had the potential to improve the growth performance of broiler chicken in the sense that it was comparable with the effective microorganism and commercial probiotics as exhibited in the body weights, feed and water consumption, gain in weight, percentage rate of growth and feed conversion ratio and efficiency. Therefore, the use of probiotics and fermented fruit juice from banana are safe in raising broiler chicken for table meat, and it is recommended to use in the chicken production as it increases the income over feed, additive and chick cost. Further study is recommended using other ingredients of fermented fruit juice to validate the concept of probiotics as a viable modality in poultry production.
Effect of spice-treated sundried bovine rumen digesta on performance, carcass characteristics and nutrient digestibility of finisher broiler chickens
Authors:   Department of Animal Production, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria., Eniwaiye A. A. , Otu B. O., ,   Department of Animal Production, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria., Kolo P. S., ,   Department of Animal Production, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria., Owolabi S. J., ,   Department of Animal Production, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria., Balogun M. A. ,   Department of Animal Production, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria., Ochiyan M. A. ,   Department of Animal Production, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria.
Published: January 2024

The study was conducted to investigate the effects of feeding diets containing spice treated Sundried Bovine Rumen Digesta (SDBRD) on growth performance, carcass characteristics and nutrient digestibility of broiler chickens. A total of one hundred and fifty (150) day old broiler chickens were assigned to five (5) diets in triplicates containing ten (10) birds each in a completely randomized design. The diets were; T1, (control, 0% SDBRD), T2 (20% SDBRD without spice supplementation), T3 (20% SDBRD + 200 mg ginger), T4 (20% SDBRD + 200 mg garlic), and T5 (20% SDBRD + 200 mg thyme). Data were collected on growth performance, carcass characteristics and nutrient digestibility. The data were analysed using the Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and differences among mean were separated with the Duncan Multiple range. The results showed that broiler chickens fed diets containing spices-supplemented SDBRD had significantly (p<0.05) higher weight gain and better feed conversion ratio (FCR). The live weight and dressing percentage were significantly (p<0.05) higher among birds fed spice-supplemented diets compared to the control and the un-supplemented SDBRD diet. However, digestibility for dry matter and crude protein was higher (p<0.05) on T1 and T2 than on spice-supplemented diets. It was concluded that the combination of sundried bovine rumen digesta and spices such as garlic, ginger and thyme improve growth performance, carcass characteristics and nutrient digestibility, and can therefore be included in the ratio of broiler finisher at 20% level without any deleterious effect.