bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Biomarkers in sepsis-looking for the Holy Grail or chasing a mirage!
Authors: Ahuja Neelmani , Mishra Anjali , Gupta Ruchi , Ray Sumit
Published: September 2023

Sepsis is defined as a life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by the dysregulated host response to infection. It is a complex syndrome and is characterized by physiologic, pathologic and biochemical abnormalities in response to an infection. Diagnosis of sepsis is based on history, physical examination and other investigations (including biomarkers) which may help to increase the certainty of diagnosis. Biomarkers have been evaluated in the past for many diseases and have been evaluated for sepsis as well. Biomarkers may find a possible role in diagnosis, prognostication, therapeutic monitoring and anti-microbial stewardship in sepsis. Since the pathophysiology of sepsis is quite complex and is incompletely understood, a single biomarker that may be robust enough to provide all information has not been found as of yet. However, many biomarkers have been studied and some of them have applications at the bedside and guide clinical decision-making. We evaluated the PubMed database to search for sepsis biomarkers for diagnosis, prognosis and possible role in antibiotic escalation and de-escalation. Clinical trials, meta-analyses, systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials were included. Commonly studied biomarkers such as procalcitonin, Soluble urokinase-type plasminogen activator (Supar), presepsin, soluble triggering receptor expressed on myeloid cells 1, interleukin 6, C-reactive protein, etc ., have been described for their possible applications as biomarkers in septic patients. The sepsis biomarkers are still an area of active research with newer evidence adding to the knowledge base continuously. For patients presenting with sepsis, early diagnosis and prompt resuscitation and early administration of anti-microbials (preferably within 1 h) and source control are desired goals. Biomarkers may help us in the diagnosis, prognosis and therapeutic monitoring of septic patients. The marker redefining our view on sepsis is yet a mirage that clinicians and researchers continue to chase.
MODELING AND ENHANCING LOW-QUALITY RETINAL FUNDUS IMAGES
Authors: Thasleem K. Safna
Published: September 2023

Retinal Fundus images are widely used for the clinical screening and diagnosis of eye diseases. However, fundus images captured by operators with various levels of experience have a large variation in quality. Low-quality fundus images increase uncertainty in clinical observation and lead to the risk of misdiagnosis. However, due to the special optical beam of fundus imaging and structure of the retina, natural image enhancement methods cannot be utilized directly to address this. The proposed system analyzed the main contribution is a new set of shape features, called Dynamic Shape Features, which do not require precise segmentation of the regions to be classified. Then, based on the degradation model, a clinically oriented fundus enhancement network (cofe-Net) is proposed to suppress global degradation factors, while simultaneously preserving anatomical retinal structures and pathological characteristics for clinical observation and analysis. Moreover, the system show that the fundus correction method can benefit medical image analysis applications, e.g., retinal vessel segmentation and optic disc/cup detection. Key Words: retinal fundus, retinal vessel segmentation, dynamic shape features, optic disc/cup detection
SURVEY ON CONFIDENCE OF ACTIVITY SPECIFIC BALANCE AMONG INDIVIDUALS IN THE AGE RANGE OF 41 TO 50 YEARS
Authors: Saini Dr. Hardeep Kaur
Published: September 2023

Balance is an important aspect of activity for the human body to strive for and maintain a normal life. It refers to the even distribution of weight, enabling someone or something to remain steady. Since all the parts of the body are connected, any imbalance causes impact on the body. One can practice training and movement patterns to enhance balance. This study was conducted to survey confidence of activity specific balance among individuals. The subjects were selected randomly. The study covered 136 free-living community dwellers whose age ranged from 41 to 50 years. To determine Activity-Specific Balance Confidence (ABC) 11-point scale was used. For analysis of the data collected from Activity- Specific balance Confidence Scale, Mean and Standard Deviation was computed. For this purpose ‘t-test’ was applied , level of significance was set at 0.05% to test the hypothesis. Key Words: Balance, Fitness, Exercise, Activity- specific Balance Confidence.
Real Time Object Detection using Deep Learning and SSD Algorithm
Authors:   ACHARYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOLADEVANAHALLI. 560107, N Prof. Yogesh
Published: September 2023

Real time object detection is a complex area of computer vision, vast and vibrant. If there is a single object to be detected in an image, it is known as Image Localization and if there are multiple objects in an image, then it is Object Detection. Real time object identification to find and recognize real objects such as cars, bicycles, TV, flowers and people from pictures or videos. Object identification technique allows you to find out image or video details, as it allows detection, localization and multiple detection Objects in pictures or videos. Identifying objects in a video or image stream can be done through processes such as pre-processing. segmentation, foreground and background extraction, feature extraction. We will try to add new features related to the real world in future versions. In today's scenario, the Single Shot Multi-Box Detector (SSD) algorithm is considered the fastest approach for object detection using a single layer of a convolutional network. In our paper, we have focused on enhancing the classification accuracy of object detection while maintaining the algorithm's speed. Experimental results have confirmed that our proposed improved SSD algorithm achieves high accuracy.
Comparative study between eras protocol and conventional perioperative care in elective cesarean section patients in a tertiary care centre of eastern India
Authors:   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IMS & SUM Hospital, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India., Sravani Poreddy , Pravalina Rachita ,   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IMS & SUM Hospital, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India., Sahoo Gitanjali ,   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IMS & SUM Hospital, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India., Pati Basanta Kumar ,   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, IMS & SUM Hospital, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Published: September 2023

Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) was originally introduced in colorectal surgery. ERAS pathways have been extensively implemented in various surgical branches like orthopedics, urology, and gynecologic surgery. Commencement of these ERAS programs has consistently resulted in a decreased duration of hospital stay and enhanced patient comfort. We aim to implement the ERAS program successfully with the main objective of comparing the duration of hospital stay in both groups. A prospective comparative observational study was conducted at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, in a tertiary care center of Bhubaneswar. Non-probability convenient sampling was done and consenting patients undergoing elective cesarean sections were included in the study conducted over 1.5 years. 200 pregnant women were included in the study. 100 were enrolled in the ERAS group and 100 in the conventional peri-operative hospital protocol group. None of the participants were lost to follow-up in either group. Post-operative outcomes in both groups were analyzed. In the study, there was a significant difference in the mean duration of 1st oral intake, 1st appearance of bowel sounds, first ambulation, catheter removal, 1st passage of flatus, bowel movements and postoperative length of stay between the two groups. The application of the ERAS protocol in our hospital led to a shorter duration of hospital stay postoperatively. Early allowance of oral diet reduced the duration of appearance of 1st bowel sounds, the first passage of flatus, and bowel movements. It also helped in ambulating the patients early, early catheter removal and faster resumption of regular normal diets. We recommend the application of the ERAS protocol to all uncomplicated cesarean sections. ERAS implementation challenges can be overcome by education of patients and care givers along with communication of economic benefits of ERAS to health care administrators.
Effectiveness of Psycho-educational Program on Perception and Obstacles regarding Electronic learning among Nursing Students
Authors:   Department of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Assiut University, Egypt, Mohammed Bakheeta , Mohammed Ikram ,   Department of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Assiut University, Egypt, Ahmed Hossam ,   Department of Neurology and Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Egypt, El-Naser Amera Abd ,   Department of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Assiut University, Egypt
Published: September 2023

Background: Electronic learning (e-learning) nowadays has become a necessity for organizations to support their learning activities and integrating e-learning into learning and teaching may be a tough process with several hurdles. Psycho-educational program is necessary for nursing students to improve their perception and overcome obstacles regarding electronic learning thus improving their learning experience. Objective: The study targets to evaluate the effectiveness of psycho-educational program on perception and obstacles regarding electronic learning among nursing students. Design: This study used quasi-experimental design, pretest-posttests; students were 341 chosen randomly from four academic years, at Assiut University's Faculty of Nursing, during the 2021/2022 academic year. Methods: Students chosen randomly and given the psycho-educational program. Data were collected via student perceptions of electronic learning questionnaire and obstacles to electronic learning questionnaire before and after the program intervension. Results: This study showed an improvement in positive perception as the percentage was (90.3%) compared to (56.9%) before implementing the program, and negative perception decreased from (43.1%) to (9.7%) with a statistical difference after implementing the program (p<0.001). This study revealed reduction obstacles regarding e-learning which in pre-program, 78.9%, 74.5%, and 70.4% reported the presence of obstacles regarding technical and administrative support, infrastructure and technology, and curriculum content dimension, respectively. While, in the post-program, 34.6%, 34.6%, and 28.7% reported the presence of obstacles regarding the same subdimension of obstacles. Also, perception and obstacles were negatively correlated. Conclusion: This study concluded that psycho-educational program showed beneficial effect on improving perception and reducing obstacles faced by nursing students towards electronic learning. Recommendation: this study might help as a guide for future study into the success reasons that contributing to the positive outlook regrading e-learning systems.
Antimicrobial stewardship and oxazolidinones use, a consideration for a Zambian health system
Authors: Chanda Warren , Mulemena John Amos , Manyepa Mespa , Kamvuma Kingsley
Published: September 2023

Antimicrobial stewardship is the organized and systematic way of educating and enforcing evidence-based prescribing ofantimicrobial agents to control misuse and overuse of antibiotics with the aim of curbing antimicrobial resistance. There is need to initiate antimicrobial stewardship program at various levels in the health sector such as health facilities or hospitals in order to safeguard and sustain the current antimicrobial agents in use. In addition, oxazolidinones are potentdrugs in management of multidrug resistance (MDR) related infections and linezolid is already on the market and being considered as a drug of 'last resort' for the treatment of MDR bacterial infections. Therefore, to avert the development and rapid spread of drug resistance against linezolid and other oxazolidinone drugs, antimicrobial stewardship program needs to be established for critical monitoring and regulation of their use at all critical levels in the health system hierarchy, especially in resource limited countries.
KIRŞEHİR’DEKİ MUHASEBE MESLEK MENSUPLARININ SORUNLARINI VE BEKLENTİLERİNİ TESPİT ETMEYE YÖNELİK NİTEL BİR ARAŞTIRMA
Authors: KAYA Hatice Pınar , BATI Zeynep
Published: September 2023

Muhasebe mesleği ve meslek mensupları işletmelere yönelik olarak çıkarılan yasal düzenlemelerin
uygulanmasında ve devletin vergi gelirlerinin belirlenmesinde kritik role sahiptir. Muhasebe
mesleğinin gelişimi ve meslek mensuplarının sorumluluklarını en iyi şekilde yerine getirebilmeleri
açısından karşılaşılan sorunların tespit edilmesi ve çözülmesi büyük önem taşımaktadır. Çalışmanın
amacı Kırşehir’de bağımsız olarak hizmet veren muhasebe meslek mensuplarının sorunlarını ve
beklentilerini araştırmaktır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda basit tesadüfi örnekleme tekniği ile ana kütle
arasından seçilen meslek mensuplarına yüz yüze görüşme yöntemi kullanılarak açık uçlu sorular
yöneltilmiştir. Elde edilen veriler MAXQDA 2022 nitel analiz yazılım programı ile çözümlenmiş
ve bulgulara ulaşılmıştır. Analiz sonuçlarına göre meslek mensupları; meslektaşlarının asgari ücret
tarifesine uymamaktan kaynaklanan haksız rekabet sorunu ve elektronik muhasebe uygulamalarında
ortaya çıkan sistemsel sorunlar olmak üzere iki temel sorun ile karşı karşıyadır. Çalışma kapsamında
meslek mensuplarının sorunlarına, beklentilerini de dikkate alarak çeşitli çözüm önerileri sunulmuştur.
Assessing the Potential Benefits and Challenges of Cocoa Agroforestry Adoption in Ghana’s Western-North Region
Authors: Baidoo Clement , Manteaw Bob Offei , Boafo Yaw Agyeman
Published: September 2023

This study explores the potential benefits and challenges of cocoa agroforestry adoption in five Theobroma cacao-growing communities in Ghana’s Western-north region. Cocoa agroforestry is a farming practice that combines cocoa cultivation with tree planting. It is an essential approach to mitigate the effects of climate change, reduce forest loss, and alleviate poverty; however, its adoption is not widespread within Ghanaian farming communities. The study used a mixed-method approach, including a semi-structured questionnaire (n = 150), interviews, and focus group discussions to gather data. The results of the study suggest that farmers’ willingness to integrate tree species on their cocoa farms is not significantly influenced by factors such as gender, age, level of education, or land ownership. Terminalia superba, Khaya spp., and Milicia excelsa were the more common non-cocoa trees found, and farmers demonstrated good knowledge and understanding of cocoa agroforestry. The main motivation for farmers to plant trees was to build climate resilience, supplement their income, improve food security, and restore degraded lands. However, the main barriers to adopting cocoa agroforestry, as identified by farmers, were a lack of financial support, high transportation costs for seedlings, and insufficient technical support and awareness. The study recommends that farmers raise cocoa seedlings on their farms and receive incentives such as cash, inputs, and a pension scheme to encourage greater adoption of cocoa agroforestry as a REDD+ strategy at Ghana’s cocoa-growing communities.
Las águilas vuelan libres
Authors: Veiga Francisco
Published: September 2023

Con el final del régimen comunista en Albania, las temáticas predominantes en la Literatura de ese país han cambiado en dos grandes direcciones. De un lado, los autores que escriben narrativa en albanés y/o viven en el país. Los más destacados son reconocidos por la Academia y se centran en desmontar o reconvertir el legado marxista y nacionalista que desarrolló esa institución a lo largo de los años de la dictadura de Hoxha. La gran figura bisagra es el reconocido novelista Ismail Kadaré. Sin embargo, Albania es un país que posee una extensa población exterior, tanto de emigrantes y expats como de minorías étnicas albanesas, en especial los arbëreshë, en Calabria y Sicilia. Esas enormes colonias de albaneses también han generado su propia literatura, en ocasiones directamente en la lengua de los países de acogida o, traducidas enseguida. Algunos de los nombres más conocidos son narradoras cuyos relatos han evolucionado en una literatura de género que enlaza con la que se viene publicando en el resto de Europa. Dentro de este contexto, la narradora Lea Ypi ha revolucionado las letras albanesas con una primera obra que conecta las temáticas tradicionales de la novela albanesa sobre el final del régimen comunista, con aquella que se centra en las crisis que ha traído el nuevo sistema liberal, de la cual Grecia aporta un pequeño pero significativo número de ejemplos.
The Influence of Leadership and Motivation on the Discipline of Naval Academy Cadets (AAL)
Authors:   Master of Public Administration, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Hang Tuah Surabaya, Indonesia, Stevey Isay Hamadi Stevey Isay Hamadi , Sulistiyanto Sulistiyanto ,   Master of Public Administration, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Hang Tuah Surabaya, Indonesia, Arfah Arfah ,   Master of Public Administration, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Hang Tuah Surabaya, Indonesia
Published: September 2023

The achievement of goals in the organization has many aspects that are thought to influence it, including elements of leadership, motivation, working conditions and discipline of naval cadets. This research aims to: 1) To partially analyze the effect of leadership and motivation on the discipline of Naval Academy cadets. 2) To analyze the simultaneous influence of leadership and motivation on the discipline of Naval Academy cadets. This research uses an explanatory research approach, namely the type of research that seeks to explain the influence between variables through hypothesis testing. The independent variables are X1 = leadership, X2 = motivation and the dependent variable is the discipline of naval academy cadets. (Y). The sampling technique uses non-probability sampling with saturated sampling technique so that the entire population is used as a sample. Furthermore, the data were analyzed quantitatively, namely by using a statistical model in a computer program (SPSS 22.0), with descriptive analysis techniques and multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that: a) Simultaneously, leadership and motivation simultaneously affect the discipline of Naval Academy cadets. It can be said that well-executed leadership and motivation can improve the discipline of Naval Academy cadets; b) Partially, leadership and motivation variables affect the discipline of Naval Academy cadets. Seeing the results of this study, it is necessary to make a standardized assessment of the leadership of Navy officers who will be placed as caretaker officers at AAL and increased motivation, so that through leadership and motivation, reliable and professional Naval Academy cadets will be obtained.
REKONTEKSTUALISASI PENJATUHAN TALAK TIGA DALAM BINGKAI NEGARA INDONESIA
Authors: Annas Syaiful
Published: September 2023

This study discusses the law of three divorces in one word or one assembly which often occurs in Muslim societies. The basis used as a reference is the hadith of the Prophet SAW and Fiqh. As a rule of law country, Indonesia has provided rules for the implementation of divorce as stipulated in Law No. 1 of 1974 concerning Marriage, Law No. 7 of 1989 concerning the Religious Courts, and the Compilation of Islamic Law. The substance is that divorce can only be carried out before a court hearing. However, there are still many practices that occur in society imposing triple talaq on a wife in one word or one assembly. This research is library research with a qualitative approach. The results of this study, that the imposition of divorce with one word or in one assembly needs to be reconstructed in understanding hadith and Fiqh as a form of ijtihad with various approaches within the framework of a rule of law that realizes the goals of the law itself.
Analisis Risiko Potensi Kecelakaan Kerja Pada Pekerja Departemen Persiapan Produksi Menggunakan Metode HIRADC (Hazard Identification, Risk Assesment And Determining Control)
Authors: Restu  , Yuamita Ferida
Published: September 2023

PT. Mandiri Jogja Internasional merupakan perusahaan yang bergerak dibidang industry kulit dengan memproduksi berbagai macam model fashion baik tas, sepatu, dompet, dll. Dalam proses produksi PT. MJOINT dilakukan secara manual dan menggunakan mesin. Potensi Kecelakaan Akibat Kerja yang dialami oleh pekerja di departemen persiapan saat aktivitas pemotongan secara manual dengan menggunakan cutter ialah tangan tergores, jari terpotong, kulit mengelupas, selain itu aktivitas penggunaan mesin seset memiliki potensi kecelakaan seperti tangan tergores, tersayat pisau mesin seset, aktivitas menggunakan mesin embos memiliki potensi bahaya tangan dapat melepuh, kuku lepas, tangan terbakar, tangan terkena metal panas, pemotongan kulit menggunakan mesin memiliki potensi bahaya seperti terjepit, aktivitas pemotongan handbag memiliki potensi bahaya seperti tersayat. Sehingga untuk mengurangi dan menghilangkan potensi bahaya maka diperlukan manajemen risiko dengan cara mengidentifikasi bahaya, menganalisis potensi bahaya, penilaian risiko, dan pengendalian risiko dengan menggunakan metode Hazard Identification Risk Assesment and Determining Control (HIRADC). Hasil penelitian menggunakan metode HIRADC yaitu potensi bahaya dengan level 3 (Moderate) terdapat 2 aktivitas yaitu pemotongan kulit secara manual (Cutter) dan Mengembos kulit menggunakan mesin steamping dan level 2 (Low) terdapat 3 aktivitas yaitu menyeset kulit dan busa menggunakan mesin seset, pemotongan kulit secara simetri menggunakan mesin Hydraulic Swing dan pemotongan handbag menggunakan mesin strap cutting machine. Berdasrakan potensi bahaya yang terjadi maka disarankan perusahaan memberikan pelatihan Kecelakaan dan Keselamatan Kerja (K3), SOP, dan Penggunaan alat pelindung diri
The Importance of Asserting Our Expertise
Authors: Slonim Anthony
Published: September 2023

Changes in the Drug Enforcement Agency’s policy regarding treatment of patients with opiate and other substance abuse disorders shines a light on ever-evolving perceptions of best practices in healthcare and the importance of professional development to stay abreast of them.
Circular economy models and the need to use them at the modern stage
Authors:   Grigol Robakidze University, Kakulia Nazira
Published: September 2023

Recently, in the background of the world's global problems, significant attention is paid not to the linear economy, but to the circular economy. Several models of circular economy are known in the world. Among these models, one of the first circular economy models - Walter R. Stahel's model - is very common, although it was presented in a completely theoretical form, but at that time it did not have a practical explanation. The fundamental differences between linear and circular economies are discussed in Kenneth Boulding's model published in 1966, where the earth is viewed as a closed and circular system with limited resources. The author notes that it is necessary to find a balance between economic development and environmental preservation. This model is an idealistic version of Boulding's equilibrium point. The circular economy can become the main model of sustainable development, because the linear economy has a harmful effect on the environment and leads to the depletion of resources. It is also important to highlight B. Johnson's so-called "5R" model (Refuse Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rot). Other modern models of the circular economy are also discussed in the article. Keywords: Circular economy, sustainable development, standard of living, circular economy models
O ensino da ética animal: bioética no ensino de ciências
Authors: Albuquerque Nathália Fogaça , Da Rocha Filho João Bernardes
Published: September 2023

O artigo discute a ética animal no ensino de ciências, apontando para a necessidade desta abordagem na contemporaneidade. Para propor uma visão geral sobre a abordagem da ética animal, utilizou-se o termo bioética como descritor em uma busca em teses e dissertações no Catálogo de Teses e Dissertações da CAPES, constituindo-se um estado do conhecimento. Os resultados demonstram que as pesquisas sobre bioética no ensino abordam predominantemente a ética da vida humana, deixando a ética animal em segundo plano, com discussões menos elaboradas e em menor quantidade. Dessa forma, conclui-se que é necessário aprofundar o tema da ética animal no âmbito do ensino de ciências.
Trends in advertising and consumption research: a longitudinal analysis of the academic field in Brazil from 2006 to 2018
Authors: Trindade Eneus , Zimmermann Daniel Dubosselard , Meira Karla
Published: September 2023

This study explores the general body of texts of the project on research trends in advertising and consumption, based on what has been published in the most qualified national journals in the area of Communication in Brazil. The study is limited to Brazilian journals, as evaluated by the Qualis CAPES stratum A2 (valid until 2018), covering the years from 2006 to 2018. The data collection methodology is inspired by a U.S. study (Kim et al., 2014). The results are systematized in a union of two major axes: 1. Studies of advertising and its corollaries, which deal with both traditional advertising and new formats and 2. Media consumption and the consumption through mediatization of products, brands, services and ideas, as well as observations and comments about certain authors, institutions and trends in this communication subfield. The study not only analyzes the macrocosm of advertising and consumption in the area but discusses its physical, cultural, social and political dimensions as well, exploring the microcosm by mentioning the field’s main authors and the nature of their accomplishments.
As pesquisas em ensino de ciências que empregam a abordagem didática da interdisciplinaridade de Gerard Fourez
Authors: De Bodas Flávia Renata Lemes , Errobidart Nádia Cristina Guimarães
Published: September 2023

Apresentamos um recorte de uma pesquisa realizada para mapear o emprego prático da interdisciplinaridade no contexto de sala de aula, planificado a partir da metodologia para construção de Ilhas de Racionalidade. Nos 56 periódicos selecionados por contemplar o ensino de ciências identificamos 133 artigos que atendiam aos critérios da pesquisa. Após uma leitura criteriosa dos artigos que compõe a categoria Fourez, sistematizou-se o ponto de vista dos autores sobre a prática interdisciplinar, as etapas que estruturam a metodologia para construção de representações interdisciplinares e o potencial dela como planificação didática. Verificamos seu emprego com diferentes adaptações e interpretações dos conceitos estruturantes. O aspecto mais preocupante é a ausência de momentos de negociação no decorrer do processo, pois a fundamentação teórica sinaliza como imperativo a discussão para construção de uma representação que represente todos os construtores. Os resultados sinalizam ser indispensável mais estudos sobre o processo investigativo que resulta em uma representação interdisciplinar, pois todos os autores sugerem que a metodologia para construção de uma Ilha de Racionalidade, tem potencial como ferramenta pedagógica, para orientar uma prática escolar. Concordamos com a necessidade de pesquisas para esclarecer a modelização pedagógica e epistemológica, capaz de delinear uma prática investigativa favorecendo a interação entre estudantes e professores, desenvolvendo competências não formalizadas.
Aulas de ciências através de insetários: práticas no ensino fundamental em uma escola estadual em Rondônia
Authors: Schmidt Simone Valim , De Souza Flora Lima Farias , Schmidt Flavio Rafael , De Souza Fausto Lima Farias
Published: September 2023

Esse texto objetiva discutir um relato de experiência, realizado nas aulas de ciências de duas turmas de sétimo ano de uma escola pública pertencente à rede estadual de Rondônia. A partir do conteúdo insetos, componente do currículo do segundo ciclo do Ensino Fundamental, foi desenvolvida uma sequência didática de um bimestre, para tal os alunos foram motivados a confeccionarem um insetário a partir de animais que encontrassem no seu cotidiano e com o uso de materiais recicláveis como isopor e papelão. Os passos foram acompanhados pela professora e desenvolvidos durante as dez aulas com os estudantes organizados em grupos. Os resultados foram satisfatórios e a adesão à ação extrapolou os muros da sala de aula, mobilizando outras turmas, além de alterar a forma como a comunidade escolar enxergava os estudantes das turmas do sétimo ano, caracterizadas como apáticas e desinteressadas. Dessa forma, é possível afirmar que em tempos de sucateamento à Educação Pública, ações que proporcionam experiências práticas configuram-se como atos de resistências em nome da luta da educação de qualidade.
Recuperação extrajudicial: análise dos argumentos do plano de recuperação pelas empresas listadas na B3
Authors: Dos Santos Jonabio Barbosa , Nóbrega Monnizia Pereira , Moreira Petrúcia Marques Sarmento , Crispim Sergio Feliciano
Published: September 2023

As constantes crises econômicas aliadas às decisões estratégicas inconsequentes e muitas vezes precipitadas causam turbulências nas empresas, causando-lhes muitas vezes situações passíveis de comprometimento dos resultados econômico-financeiros e até o encerramento da atividade. A crise empresarial pode também ser reflexo das decisões políticas, das relações sociais e das transformações estruturais introduzidas pelo ambiente de inovação ou até mesmo da concorrência. Nesse contexto, a recuperação extrajudicial apresenta-se como um instrumento relevante de busca de solução consensual com segurança jurídica para a crise instaurada na empresa, mediante o cumprimento de um planejamento contido no plano de recuperação, precedido da identificação das razões da crise em cada empresa. O presente artigo visa identificar as causas declaradas pelas empresas listadas na B3 que passaram pela recuperação extrajudicial no ano de 2022, observando se elas são de ordem financeira ou econômica. Para cumprir o objetivo, a informação será buscada nos planos de recuperação apresentados pelas empresas aos seus credores para viabilizar a solução consensual para a crise, publicados nos sites das empresas e entregues à B3.
Educação infantil: práticas lúdicas em sala de aula
Authors: Oliveira Gisele Cristina Marinho , Magnani Cristiane de Souza , De Oliveira Patrícia Menezes
Published: September 2023

O artigo aborda a temática das práticas lúdicas em sala de aula dentro da Educação Infantil. Tem como principal objetivo reforçar a importância do ato de brincar como prática de diversão, comunicação, interação e também facilitador do processo de construção da aprendizagem e autonomia nos diversos aspectos para a vida dos alunos, servindo como base para os demais anos escolares e também com importantes traços biopsicossociais. Proporcionar as crianças um ambiente em que possam explorar diferentes ideias através de práticas educativas lúdicas é o objetivo específico. Sua justificativa está diretamente relacionada com o fato de o professor ser o principal mediador desse processo no contexto escolar, precisando esta estar a par das possibilidades de ensino. A metodologia utilizada para solucionar o problema desta pesquisa é o estudo bibliográfico, trazendo importantes autores e também vivências sobre essa temática, onde se faz uma análise da sua aplicabilidade prática. Nesse contexto, o resultado é apresentado ressaltando a importância do brincar na educação infantil, sendo aspecto indispensável para a prática pedagógica ter sucesso, visto que estimula as crianças para o processo de aprendizagem de forma significativa e muito prazerosa. Ainda se faz de grande importância nesse estudo reforçar a importância do professor conhecedor dessa ferramenta pedagógica como mediador do desenvolvimento integral dos alunos já na educação infantil.
Estrutura e dinâmica da regeneração natural de Ouratea Hexasperma (a. St.-hil.) Baill. em uma área de savana na Amazônia
Authors: De Magalhães Alison Pereira , Miranda Zenaide Palheta
Published: September 2023

No contexto das ameaças que as savanas do Amapá enfrentam, onde a conversão em monocultivos fragmenta ecossistemas e coloca em risco espécies nativas como Ouratea hexasperma (A.St.-Hil.) Baill., esta pesquisa busca compreender a regeneração natural da espécie. Ao analisar a estrutura e dinâmica em uma área de savana amapaense, almejamos revelar sua estabilidade ao longo do tempo, com taxas de recrutamento superando as de mortalidade. Esse estudo aspira contribuir para a preservação das variedades genéticas em meio a esse cenário desafiador. Para avaliar a dinâmica da regeneração, foram calculadas a taxa de regeneração natural (TRN), a taxa de recrutamento (TR) e a taxa de mortalidade (TM) dos indivíduos. Os valores médios de TRN, TR e TM foram comparados por meio de análise de variância (ANOVA). A estrutura dos indivíduos em regeneração foi avaliada por meio da análise da distribuição das classes de altura, empregando o Algoritmo de Sturges. O padrão de distribuição espacial foi determinado usando o Índice de Morisita. As densidades de TRN e TR permaneceram relativamente estáveis durante os períodos de avaliação, não apresentando diferenças significativas, exceto para TM, que apresentou variação. As estruturas verticais apresentaram maior concentração de indivíduos nas classes iniciais de altura, indicando a presença de um banco de mudas. O. hexasperma apresentou um padrão de distribuição espacial agregado de 1,60 (X² = 23,20, α = 0,05). Como TRN e TR permaneceram inalterados entre os períodos, pode-se inferir que a população permanece estável, com TR consistentemente maior que TM. Consequentemente, foram observadas taxas de mortalidade mais altas nas classes de altura iniciais. O padrão de distribuição observado para O. hexasperma se alinha com o tipo agregado comumente encontrado entre as espécies de savana.
Sistematização do redesenho das pastagens em áreas montanhosas nas unidades familiares em transição agroecológica
Authors: Siste Daniela Aparecida Barroso , Bigardi Lucas Rafael , Matrangolo Walter José Rodrigues , Cardoso Irene Maria , Ramirez Matheus Anchieta , Lana Ângela Maria Quintão
Published: September 2023

Este estudo foi desenvolvido em Divino, município da Zona da Mata de Minas Gerais, num bioma de Mata Atlântica. A atividade principal nas unidades familiares é a cafeicultura, mas a pecuária também assume um papel de relevância nos sistemas produtivos, com criação e manejo do rebanho bovino feito basicamente a pasto, na maior parte do tempo. A metodologia utilizada foi a pesquisa-ação e objetivou caracterizar seis unidades familiares e sistematizar o processo de marcação dos piquetes das pastagens, com participação dos/das agricultores/as, técnicos/as e pesquisadores/as, sob a perspectiva da agroecologia, priorizando a conservação do solo e da água, e fomentando a diversidade de plantas. Numa das unidades familiares foram introduzidas 470 mudas de cratília (Cratylia argentea), leguminosa nativa do Brasil, e monitoradas o crescimento na pastagem de Urochloa decumbens e Urochloa brizantha cv marandu para alimentação animal. Na sistematização da participação dos agricultores percebeu-se a intervenção ativa deles através das suas ações para reverter a degradação da pastagem.
Implications of rule-breaking behavior in Young Adult Literature for Educators
Authors:   Convergence English Language & Literature Association, Claude Andre Drolet , Park Jin-woo
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this research is to address the issue of rule-breaking behavior and its’ depiction in young adult literature. Children encounter ethical and moral dilemmas throughout their development, and young adult literature has long been a medium used to explore the issue. However, the depiction of rule breakers is not rebellious youth, acting out against society, but rather more heroic figures who adopt an attitude of the ends justifying the means. Rule breaking is a consistent problem reported by teachers, and a lack of discipline among students is seen by students as one of the largest problems facing public schools. The authors first outlines the characteristics of the behavior, relating it to Kohlberg’s stages of moral development, using occurrences in popular YAL novels as reference. Then, implications for educators and their use of young adult literature are detailed.
Application of the Minimum Achievement Standard for the English Subject
Authors:   Convergence English Language & Literature Association, Cho Bo-kyung , Kim Joo-hae , Jeong Ye-ji , Yoon Young-hyun
Published: September 2023

This research is dedicated to constructing a comprehensive suite of assessment items, firmly anchored to the pre-existing minimum achievement standard in English. These tools are designed to ensure that students meet a fundamental level of academic accomplishment. A primary objective of this initiative is to identify and support students who fall short of this minimum achievement standard, thereby bolstering the efficacy of targeted government programs.
Three pivotal objectives underscore the necessity and relevance of this research. The first involves crafting an assessment item tailored to each skill within the English subject, premised on the minimum achievement standard. The second objective entails an exploration of potential applications for the existing minimum achievement standard, with the aim of broadening its utility and influence. Finally, the research investigates the practical application of the minimum achievement standard within the classroom environment following the guidelines of the revised 2022 national curriculum.
The use of moisture-responsive materials in 4D printing
Authors: Al Nahari B.B.M.A. , Zarbane K. , Beidouri Z.
Published: September 2023

The objective of this research paper is to compile a list of key moisture-sensitive smart materials used in 4D printing. These materials have applications in various fields, including industrial and medical, and the list can be used as a reference for creating 4D-printed sensors and actuators.The smart materials used in 4D printing are discussed, and a description of each material is given, including its principle, applications and areas of use.We have discovered a large number of different materials that are sensitive to moisture and have identified those that are most essential for use in 4D printing.According to the results of this research, the moisture-sensitive materials used in 4D printing have very limited use and application, and the majority of these materials are still in the research and development stage.This review article provides researchers interested in using smart materials to exploit 4D printing in the industrial and medical fields, as well as in many other disciplines, with a means to identify the most widely used and prevalent moisture-sensitive materials.
Integrated effect of bio-organics with chemical fertilizer on growth, yield and quality of cabbage (Brassica oleracea var capitata)
Authors: VERMA RAJHANS , MAURYA B R , MEENA VIJAY SINGH
Published: September 2023

This experiment focused on the effects of Pseudomonas fluorescens and humic acid in combination with three different levels of fertilizers on growth, yield and quality traits of Brassica oleracea L. Results indicated that treatments comprising 100% recommended fertilizers package coupled with seedling treated with Pseudomonas fluorescens and humic acid caused significantly higher plant height, dry matter in leaves (head), higher number of non-wrapper leaves and head yield (54.38 tonnes/ha) over 50% recommended dose of fertilizer with Pseudomonas fluorescens applied. Treatment 50% recommended dose of fertilizer applied with Pseudomonas fluorescens and humic acid was at par with 100% recommended dose of fertilizer alone. Total carbohydrate content in head (40.46%) was significantly higher with use of 100% recommended dose of fertilizer with Pseudomonas fluorescens and humic acid. Maximum protein content (18.54%) was noticed with application of 100% recommended dose of fertilizer with Pseudomonas fluorescens and humic acid that was 10.90% higher than recommended dose of fertilizer alone. Fibre content in head was improved remarkably with the use of Pseudomonas fluorescens and humic acid. Significantly higher content of ascorbic acid (34.51 mg/100 g) in head was also registered with application of 100% recommended dose of fertilizer with Pseudomonas fluorescens and humic acid.
Stability analysis for grain yield and its components under different moisture regimes in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum)
Authors: KUMAR VISHNU , TYAGI B S , VERMA AJAY , SHARMA INDU
Published: September 2023

The present study was undertaken to identify stable genotypes for grain yield and its components with resilient performance under water deficit and irrigated conditions in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). The combined analysis of variance depicted significant g × e interaction mean squares for all the characters, except spike length and peduncle length. The highest pooled mean for grain yield/plant ranged from 4.98 to 7.05 g and the highest mean was exhibited by Raj 4037 (7.05 g) followed by PBW 373 (6.96 g), GW 273 and WR 544 (both 6.89 g) etc, respectively. For 1000 grain weight the genotypes, viz. DPW 621-50 (µ=36.67 g, b=1.01** and S2di=-0.54) followed by UP 2425 (µ=36.67 g, b=0.89** and S2di=-0.56) and Raj 4037(µ=36.50 g, b=0.95 and S2di=-0.58) showed stable performance across the environments. The genotypes namely, viz. WR 544, GW 273, DBW 39, HD 2987, Raj 3777, UP 2425, Raj 3765, PBW 343 and UP 2338 revealed consistent performance for high biomass and grain yield in water stress and as well as in irrigated conditions.
Influence of different carbon sources on in vitro induction of anthocyanin pigments in callus cultures of petunia (Petunia hybrida)
Authors: USHA  , JANAKIRAM T , PRASAD K V , KAUR CHARANJIT , SRINIVASAN P , SATYAVATHI C TARA
Published: September 2023

Anthocyanins are naturally occurring compounds that impart color to fruits, flowers, vegetables, and plants. They are probably the most important group of visible plant pigments besides chlorophyll pigments. Apart from imparting color to plants, anthocyanins also have an array of health-promoting benefits, as they can protect against a variety of free radicals through a various number of mechanisms. Development of an efficient tissue culture system for commercial production of anthocyanins requires an integrated approach through manipulation of various media constituents. The effect of varied concentrations of different carbon sources on anthocyanin production in callus cultures of Petunia hybrida cv Bravo Blue was studied. Explants from young leaves were cultured on Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium supplemented with MS + IBA (19.6 µM) + Kin. (4.65 µM) + AdS (81.45 mM), 3% sucrose and 0.7% agar. Among the various carbon sources tested, incorporation of Glucose at 5% was found to have earliest pigment induction with maximum response coefficient with highest pigment content (1.36 ± 0.012 CV/g FCW). Highest gain in fresh cell weight was noticed with the addition of sucrose 5% (3.96 ± 0.06 g). When MS medium was supplemented with different concentrations of Galactose, the explants failed to respond.
Studies on gamma ray induced mutants in gladiolus
Authors: SISODIA ANJANA , SINGH A K
Published: September 2023

An experiment was conducted for 2 years (2011-12 to 2012-13) at Varanasi to find out the influence of various gamma rays doses, i e 1.5, 2.5, 3.5, 4.5 and 5.5 kr along with untreated (control) in different varieties of gladiolus, viz. Aldebaran, Jyotsna, Legend, Praha, Punjab Dawn, Pusa Kiran and Tiger Flame. Higher dose of gamma irradiation (5.5 kr) resulted in minimum sprouting. Maximum sprouting percentage was recorded with control followed by 1.5 kr, 2.5 kr, 3.5 kr, 4.5 kr and 5.5 kr. Gamma ray doses at 3.5 kr, 4.5 kr and 5.5 kr found were lethal in case of three varieties, i e Aldebaran, Legend and Praha and failed to produce any spike during 1st year. Early spike emergence (74.37 days) was recorded with 1.5 kr dose of gamma irradiation. Late opening of 1st floret (94.00 days) was observed with 2.5 kr of gamma dose. Flower opening was not observed at higher doses, i e 3.5 kr, 4.5 kr and 5.5 kr in cv. Pusa Kiran during 2nd year. Maximum number of flowers/spike was recorded with control which was at par with lower dose of gamma irradiation (1.5 kr). Gamma dose at 2.5 kr exhibited maximum durability of 2nd and 3rd florets. Maximum length of spike at the last floret opening was noticed in control (74.48 cm) followed by 1.5 kr, 2.5 kr, 3.5 kr, 4.5 kr and 5.5 kr. During both years 2.5 kr resulted in maximum duration of flowering. Treatment 4.5 kr resulted in abnormal plant growth, bunched spike in some plants of cv. Pusa Kiran. A mutant having creamish white colour was found at 2.5 kr in one plant of cv. Jyotsna. A colour mutant was observed in cv. Tiger Flame. This colour mutant produced yellow coloured florets at 3.5 kr treatment. One mutant had been found in cv. Punjab Dawn at 2.5 kr treatment. Flowers were white in colour, whereas, flower colour of parent variety Punjab Dawn is pink. Colour of the flowers was white during VM1 and it was found stable in VM2.
Weed management strategies in maize (Zea mays): Effect on weed dynamics, productivity and economics of the maize- wheat (Triticum aestivum) cropping system in Indo-gangetic plains
Authors: SINGH ADITYA KUMAR , PARIHAR C M , JAT S L , SINGH BAHADUR , SHARMA SAVITA
Published: September 2023

A field experiment was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of different herbicidal treatments along with cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) as live mulch crop as one of the treatments in preceeding maize (Zea mays L.) and their residual effects on succeeding wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) crop during 2010-11 and 2011-12. In maize field, metribuzin/atrazine was not found effective to control Dactyloctenium colonum, however, application of metribuzin 0.25 kg/ha as pre emergence (PE) followed by one hand weeding at 21 DAS was found most effective in controlling this weed. Metribuzin 0.25 kg/ha as PE + one hand weeding (HW) and maize + cowpea intercropping resulted in significantly lowest weed index which remained at par with atrazine as PE + one HW. However, after pooled analysis of results significantly highest grain yield (6 785 kg/ha) of maize was obtained with two HW, while highest grain yield of succeeding wheat (6 191 kg/ha) was obtained with the preceding effect of maize + cowpea. The highest pooled system productivity as maize equivalent yield (14 136 kg/ha) was obtained with maize + cowpea treatment which remained at par with application of atrazine or metribuzin as PE plus one HW. Significantly highest pooled gross (Rupees 153 864/ha), net (Rupees 101 948/ha) returns and B:C ratio (1.96) were also obtained with maize + cowpea, which remained at par with other tested weed management practices. The results indicate that inclusion of cowpea as cover crop in maize-wheat system will not only increase the profitability but also provide environment friendly option against the use of herbicides for weed management.