bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impactos de la reforma previsional en el crecimiento inclusivo dela República Dominicana
Authors: Robles  , Robles Edgar , Tuesta David , Valero Diego
Published: November 2022

El trabajo estudia los efectos que tienen los esquemas de capitalización individual para pensiones en el crecimiento inclusivo, para ello se analiza la reforma introducida en 2001 en la República Dominicana, una de las últimas en sumarse a la ola de reformas al estilo del “modelo chileno” iniciada en los ochenta. Así, se encuentra que la introducción del sistema de ahorro individual ha llevado a que la República Dominicana crezca más de un punto porcentual adicional cada año entre el período 2003-2019 en sus estimado medio lo que implica que por cada punto de crecimiento que ha experimentado el PIB dominicano, 22% se explica por el funcionamiento del sistema privado de pensiones. Se ha podido hallar también que el impacto anual sobre la relación ahorro-inversión ha sido de 0.89% anual, lo que ha derivado en que el índice de desarrollo financiero del país mejore a ritmo de 0.21% adicional por año y que el diferencial de tasas de interés se haya reducido en un promedio de 3.15% durante el período de estudio. Como parte del círculo virtuoso propiciado por el sistema privado de pensiones desde su introducción, gracias al funcionamiento del sistema privado de pensiones, hoy la tasa de pobreza es casi 4 puntos más baja respecto a un escenario en el que no se hubiese introducido esta reforma.
Hipoteca Inversa: impacto del riesgo de longevidad en el caso español
Authors: Atance  , Atance D. , Debón A. , de la Fuente I.
Published: November 2022

La perspectiva demográfica en España pone de manifiesto la necesidad de incorporar nuevas alternativas que permitan la sostenibilidad del estado de bienestar. Claramente, una de las principales soluciones será la hipoteca inversa, que permite hacer líquido el importante ahorro inmobiliario de los mayores y, así, procurar ingresos complementarios a las pensiones públicas. El presente artículo analiza, desde el punto de vista del riesgo de longevidad, el impacto entre la utilización de tablas de mortalidad diferenciadas o tablas conjuntas, poniéndose de manifiesto la importancia de la gestión global de la cartera por parte de la entidad financiera.
Modeling lapse rates using machine learning: a comparison between survival forests and cox proportional hazards techniques
Authors: Andrade  , Andrade Jorge Luis , Valencia José Luis
Published: November 2022

This study undertakes a comparative analysis of the performance of machine learning and traditional survival analysis techniques in the insurance industry. The techniques compared are the traditional Cox Proportional Hazards (CPH), Random Survival Forests (RSF) and Conditional Inference Forests (CIF) machine learning models. These techniques are applied in a case study of insurance portfolio of one of Ecuador's largest insurer. This study demonstrates how machine learning techniques perform better in predicting survival function measured by the C-index and Brier Score. It also demonstrates that the predictive contribution of covariates in the RSF model is consistent with the traditional CPH model.
Data-driven design of porphyrin photocatalysts using deep transfer learning from quantum chemical databases
Authors: Su An , Zhang Xin , Zhang Chengwei , Ding Debo , Yang Yun-Fang , Wang Keke , She Yuan-Bin
Published: November 2022

Metalloporphyrins and Porphyrins (MpPs) have received increasing attention as potential photocatalysts for hydrogen and oxygen evolution and the reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2). Recent studies have found that both HOMO/LUMO energy levels and energy gaps are important factors controlling the performance of MpPs photocatalysts. Since pure quantum chemistry methods consume a large amount of computational resources and cannot learn directly from previously accumulated data, in this study, we proposed a deep transfer learning approach to rapidly predict the HOMO/LUMO energy levels and energy gaps based on two quantum chemistry databases. To complement the open-source Porphyrin-based Dyes Database (PBDD), which contains porphyrin structures designed as photosensitizers, we curated a new database, the Metalloporphyrins and Porphyrins Database (MpPD), in which MpPs were specifically designed as potential photocatalysts. We also adapted two state-of-the-art chemical deep learning models to accommodate more complex systems of MpPs. The PorphyBERT model and PorphyDMPNN model, both pretrained with PBDD and fine-tuned with MpPD, performed satisfactorily in predicting HOMO/LUMO level and energy gap. We concluded the paper by recommending 14 MpPs as potential photocatalysts for CO2 reduction, whose structures have similar value in out-of-sample model prediction and DFT calculations.
Silole-Analog MK-3 Dyes with a Large Bathochromic Shift for Organic Solar Cells
Authors: Hudson George , Wang Lichang
Published: November 2022

Substituting the middle thiophene ring in the MK-3 dye with a silole ring, the B3LYP calculations have shown that the absorption wavelengths of the new dyes, Me2Si-MK-3 and F2Si-MK-3, are bathochromically shifted by about 100 nm from 436 nm (MK-3). This large red shift is due mainly to a higher HOMO energy level in the Me2Si-MK-3 dye (-5.19 eV) with respect to the MK-3 dye (-5.30 eV) but to a lower LUMO energy level in the F2Si-MK-3 dye (-3.41 eV) compared to the MK-3 dye (-3.09 eV). These results suggest a wide range of alternatives in altering absorption wavelengths in the design of organic dyes for solar cells. Additionally, the calculations have shown the absorption intensities of the proposed new dyes are higher than that of the MK-3 dye. A pragmatic technique is developed to accurately describe the photon excitation of dye molecules by considering higher energy molecular orbital involvement. All three set of data, the HOMO-LUMO gap, the TD-B3LYP, and the calibrated TD-B3LYP, show the consistent red shifts for the new dye molecules with respect to the MK-3 dye.
Palladium Catalyzed syn-1,2-ArylMethylation of Internal Alkynes
Authors: Dutta Shubham , Sahoo Akhila K.
Published: November 2022

A Pd-catalyzed syn-1,2-arylmethylation of internal alkynes (ynamides/ yne-acetates) is described. The readily available and bench stable coupling partners iodo-arenes, and methyl boronic acid are successfully being used to access the methyl containing tetra substituted olefins; notably, the transformation is regio as well stereoselective. The scope is broad (52 examples), showing excellent functional-group tolerance. Finally, synthetic manifestations of the products were also demonstrated.
Solvent dynamics of aqueous halides before and after photoionization
Authors: Reidelbach Marco , Schneeberger Michaela , Zöllner Martin Sebastian , Bai Mei , Kubicek Katharina , Kirchberg Henning , Bressler Christian , Thorwart Michael , Herrmann Carmen
Published: November 2022

Electron transfer reactions can be strongly influenced by solvent dynamics. We study the photoionization of halides in water as a model system for such reactions. There are no internal nuclear degrees of freedom in the solute, allowing to uniquely identify the dynamics of the solvent. We simulate the equilibrium solvent dynamics for Cl$^-$, Br$^-$, I$^-$ and their respective neutral atoms in water, comparing quantum mechanical/molecular mechanical (QM/MM) and classical molecular dynamics (MD) methods. On the basis of the obtained configurations, we calculate the extended X-Ray fine structure (EXAFS) spectra rigorously based on the MD snapshots and compare in detail with other theoretical and experimental results available in the literature. We find our EXAFS spectra based on QM/MM MD simulations in good agreement with their experimental counterparts for the ions. Classical MD simulations for the ions lead to EXAFS spectra that agree equally well with the experiment when it comes to the oscillatory period of the signal, even though they differ from the QM/MM radial distribution functions extracted from the MD. The amplitude is, however, considerably overestimated. This suggests that to judge the reliability of theoretical simulation methods or to elucidate fine details of the atomistic dynamics of the solvent based on EXAFS spectra, the amplitude and not only the oscillatory period need to be considered. If simulations fail qualitatively, as does the classical MD for the aqueous halogen atoms, the resulting EXAFS will also be strongly affected in both oscillatory period and amplitude. The good reliability of QM/MM-based EXAFS simulations, together with clear qualitative differences in the EXAFS spectra found between halides and their atomic counterparts, suggests that a combined theory and experimental EXAFS approach is suitable for elucidating the nonequilibrium solvent dynamics in the photoionization of halides, and possibly also for electron transfer reactions in more complex systems.
Effects of Metal Amendments on the Reductive Dechlorination of Carbon Tetrachloride by Green Rust
Authors: O'Loughlin Edward J. , Boyanov Maxim I. , Kemner Kenneth M. , Burris David R.
Published: November 2022

The reductive dechlorination of carbon tetrachloride (CT) was examined in aqueous suspensions of sulfate green rust (GRSO4) amended with either Co(II), Cr(VI), Hg(II), Mn(II), Mo(VI), Ni(II), Pb(II), V(III), or Zn(II). The rate of CT reduction in the Hg(II)-amended GRSO4 suspension was ~1000 times faster than in unamended GRSO4. CT reduction was moderately enhanced in the Cr(III) , Mn(II)-, Mo(VI)-, Pb(II)-, and V(III)-amended systems. No increase in the rate of CT reduction was observed in the Co(II)-, Ni(II)-, or Zn(II)-amended systems. Chloroform (CF) was the major product of CT reduction, with minor amounts of methane and traces of ethene, and ethane; dichloromethane and chloromethane were not observed. A reaction pathway scheme is proposed in which CT is reduced primarily to chloroform (CF) and minor non-chlorinated end products, largely through a series of one-electron reductions forming radicals and carbenes/carbenoids.
Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma: A Case Report
Authors: Latha Fathima J. , S Sitalakshmi
Published: November 2022

Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma LPL is a rare neoplasm composed of an admixture of small B lymphocytes lymphoplasmacytoid cells and plasma cells of the bone marrow lymph node and spleen. We report a case of a 65-year-old male who presented with diarrhea and hematochezia and the investigation revealed LPL. The present case is reported due to its rarity and to emphasize the diagnosis based on the morphology of the cells with a limited panel of markers.
Measles: A Review
Authors: Sudhir Sane Dr.
Published: November 2022

Measles is an acute febrile viral illness of children. It is highly contagious and its incidence has decreased significantly following successful use of vaccine. The measles immunity following vaccination or natural infection is long lasting. The causative virus is highly transmissible aerogenously or by direct contact. The virus affects lympho-reticular systems. The secondary viraemia causes fever coryza cough and conjunctival redness. Erythematous maculopapular rash helps in diagnosing the condition clinically. The condition is selflimiting. However pneumonia encephalitis subacute sclerosing pan encephalitis and death may occur as complications. Vitamin A and antibiotic prophylaxis reduces the morbidity. Measles vaccine prepared from attenuated strains of the virus effectively protects the child against measles.
Mystery of Origin of Syphilis Revealed
Authors: TS Rajashekar , Kumar K Suresh , Prasanna R Harish , Kiran C Madhu , K* Hanumanthayya
Published: November 2022

Syphilis is one of the oldest diseases known to humans. Its history is as old as history of humans. Syphilis affects sexually active people 15-65 years. Society has laid golden rules for humans. When they get sexually matured family members arrange marriage they can have sexual satisfaction and also can continue their progeny. Society expects them to follow ldquoMonogamy and Monoandryrdquo.If humans ignore the golden rule of monogamy and monoandry and indulge in indiscriminate sexual activity they suffer from sexually transmitted diseases STDs. Syphilis has been the commonest STDs troubling humans since ages. On literature search regarding its origin it can be said that history of syphilis is mysterious. Three important theories explain the origin of syphilis and they are- 1 Columbus theory 2 Hudson theory and 3 European universal theory
A Case of Spontaneous Splenic Rupture in Newborn
Authors: Gupta Neha , Helode Mahindra , Sane* Sudhir
Published: November 2022

Splenic rupture is rarely seen in neonates these days. This is because traumatic deliveries rarely occur. However rarely splenic rupture can take place spontaneously and can present with life threatening haemorrhagic shock. A case of spontaneous and delayed rupture of the spleen in a neonate that was managed with conservative approach with good outcome has been described in this case report.
The Epidemic of Monkeypox
Authors: P S Shankar
Published: November 2022

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BLOOD MEAL SUPPLEMENT IMPROVES EXPLORATION BEHAVIOUR BUT INCREASES ESCAPE ATTEMPT
Authors: Abdul Rahim Nur Atiqah , Rahman Mohammad Tariqur , Shahdan Intan Azura
Published: November 2022

Blood meal as an animal feed supplement promotes agricultural sustainability. Blood meal which is high in proteins, lacks certain nutrients hence is expected to give impact on the chicken behaviour and welfare. This study was carried out to determine the impact of blood meal supplement on chicken behaviour. The study involved 100 chickens which were bred in semi-opened poultry house for 6 weeks. At 6th week, chickens provided with fish meal (FM) only had a higher body weight compared to that of the group provided with FM and blood meal supplement (FBM). Normal behaviour such as walking, standing, feeding, drinking, dust bathing and lying down were not significantly affected by the changes in the meal (p>0.05). However, based on a single assessor assessment, FBM group displayed higher score in explore and escape characteristics, than the FM group. On the other hand, FM group displayed a slightly higher score for fear behaviour than the FBM. Findings in this study leads to the conclusion that blood meal supplement has influence on the welfare in chickens farming in terms of their exploration, fear, and escape behaviours. Therefore, amount of blood meal as animal feed supplement in poultry production should be determined carefully to avoid any potential detrimental effect on poultry welfare
PESTICIDAL EFFECT OF SELECTED PLANT EXTRACTS ON Polyphagotarsonemus latus (BANKS) INFESTATION IN Corchorus olitorius L. JUTE
Authors: Rahman Md. Sohanur , Talukder Fakhar Uddin , Islam Md. Nazrul
Published: November 2022

Many plant extracts could be considered as natural effective tool against yellow mite instead of synthetic chemicals. The research was aimed at studying the effects of plant extracts on Polyphagotarsonemus latus Banks infestation and jute yield production. This experiment was conducted in Manikganj, Bangladesh following randomized complete block design with three replications. Treatments were Neem oil 3% (T1), Neem leaf extract @ 1:30 (T2), Mahagoni seed extract @ 1: 10 (T3) Turmeric powder extract @ 1: 40 (T4), Garlic paste extract @ 1:30 (T5) and control (T6). Percent reduction of mite population was found in neem oil (87.94%), neem leaf extract (85.76%) and garlic paste extract (86.48%) at 72 hrs after spray. After 7 days of spraying, Neem oil treated plot received the best reduction (89.05 %) followed by neem leaf extract (87.03%), Mahogany (79.60%), turmeric (78.02%), and garlic (80.06%), respectively. Neem oil treated plot showed highest fibre yield (2.95tha-1). Control plot showed highest mite infestation with lowest yield contributing attributes. Neem oil/leaf extract and mahogany seed extracts were found effective to control yellow mite infestation resulting higher fibre yield production.
TREND ANALYSIS OF AREA, PRODUCTION, PRODUCTIVITY, AND SUPPLY OF POTATO IN SINDHULI DISTRICT AND NEPAL: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors: Paudel Amrita , Basnet Koshis Babu , Paudel Anish , Gurung Bikash , Poudel Uttam
Published: November 2022

The study; conducted from January, 2020 to June, 2020; focuses on the comparative study of the area, production, and productivity trend of potatoes over 50 years in Sindhuli district and Nepal and a brief overview on quantity supply to the Kalimati fruits and vegetable market. The time-series data from 1968/69 to 2017/18 of Sindhuli and Nepal along with 6 years supply data (2013/14-2018/19) from different districts to Kalimati market were collected from reliable sources (Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development and Kalimati Fruits and Vegetable Market Development Board) and analysis was done using Microsoft Excel. Between 1968/69 and 2017/18, the area under potato cultivation in Nepal and Sindhuli has changed by 573 percent and -46 percent respectively while production increased by 907.6 percent in Nepal and 46 percent in Sindhuli. After 1982 dramatic shift in production was observed in Nepal as there was 7 percent of growth rate while in Sindhuli, the production trend highly fluctuates throughout the period. The average yield was 9.75mt/ha and 8.75mt/ha for Nepal and Sindhuli district. Sindhuli district contributes 1.16 percent of Nepalese potato growing area and 0.91 percent of Nepalese potato production. The trend of quantity supply reveals that during 6 years, Indian potato contributes 58 percent of the total amount that came into Kalimati market, while within-country Kavre has the largest share of 19 percent followed by Kathmandu-6 percent and Dolakha-4 percent. However, the trend of quantity supply of potatoes seems highly fluctuating and the Nepalese market is dominated by Indian imports.
EFFICACY OF DIFFERENT HOMEMADE AND COMMERCIAL BAITS IN MONITORING OF FRUIT FLIES AT MARANTHANA, PYUTHAN, NEPAL
Authors: Gupta Akash , Regmi Rajendra
Published: November 2022

Fruits & vegetable commodities incur huge loss in field & postharvest conditions due to infestation by Tephritid Fruit Flies. The adult female flies lay eggs inside near maturity fruits & vegetables. The eggs hatch into apodous larvae which feed on the pulp; making them unfit for human consumption and marketing. Using male pheromone lures like Cue Lure & Methyl Eugenol Lure is one of novel techniques for annihilating male fruit flies only. Female flies can still mate & keep ovipositing fruits. So, an experiment was carried at Maranthana, Pyuthan, Nepal with 3 replications & 7 treatments to devise techniques for female fruit flies management. The experiment comprised of commercially used pheromones like Cue Lure & Methyl Eugenol Lure and 5 home based baits viz. Apple Cider Vinegar, Yeast fermented sugar, Tulsi Lure, Local Liquor Lure & Pumpkin Lure; all poisoned with Malathion, soaked in cotton wick and assembled in Lynfield traps. The experiment was completed in two trappings; 2021/04/18 to 2021/05/09 and 2021/04/16 to 2021/07/07; with similar results in both trappings. The commercial were able to attract the highest number of flies; all of which were male. Local liquor lure & tulsi lure attracted least number of male fruit flies. The Apple Cider Vinegar Lure and Yeast Lure attracted both male & female flies while pumpkin lure attracted only female flies of genus Zeugodacus. Results revealed that female flies of genus Zeugodacus tau & Z. cucurbitae could be attracted efficiently by making use of Apple Cider vinegar and Pumpkin.
ASSESSMENT OF GROWTH PARAMETERS OF SPIRULINA (Spirulina Platensis) USING DIGESTED ROTTEN MANGO (Mangifera Indica) SUPERNATANT AS A COSTEFFECTIVE CULTURE MEDIA
Authors: Rasel Sheikh , Rahman Md. Hamidur , Akter Rabeya , Jinia Meherun Nisa , Bin Habib Md. Ahsan , Ferdous Zannatul
Published: November 2022

The culture and growth performance of Spirulina platensis in three different concentrations (25, 50, and 75 percent) of digested rotten mango media (DRMM) and Kosaric medium (KM) as control were investigated. This study intended to examine DRMM as a low cost culture media for microalgae. For 16 days, optical density, cell weight, chlorophyll a concentration, and total biomass of S. platensis under various treatments were measured in every alternate day. The growth rate of S. platensis cultured in the supernatant of DRMM and KM was varied and the maximum cell weight, chlorophyll a content and total biomass of S. platensis were 0.085 mg/L, 0.08 mg/L and 4.824±0.021 mg/L at 50% in DRMM of the culture. This study showed that the growth performance of S. platensis was higher in the supernatant of 50% DRMM than 25 and 75% of DRMM which resulted satisfactorily compared with standard KM. In the supernatant of 50% digested rotten mango medium, large volume spirulina culture may be feasible.
AN AGRICULTURAL ‘SYSTEMS-BASED’ FRAMEWORK FOR INDEXING POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO FARMING PESTICIDES: TEST FINDINGS FROM ASIA-PACIFIC, AND ASEAN
Authors: Wongsearaya Ellis
Published: November 2022

The issue of ASEAN food security has led to chemical pesticides-driven policy directives as economic convention for protecting crop yields while concomitantly conferring an implicit ecological and health risk-based ‘trade-off’ that works to undermine SDG target indicators 2.4, 3.9, and 6.3. In this study the Pesticides Consumer-Environmental Indexing System (PCE-ISys), a conceptual heuristic ‘systems-based’ framework is proposed to explore needed policy-informing option(s) beyond the largely cost-externalising rubric of chemical crop protection management, by indexing (the potential for and magnitude of potential) pesticides exposure (EIR-IS) using a semi-quantitative tiered percentile-based, continuous-to-discrete variable transform that captures the stochastic distribution arising from the ‘generalisable’ interconnectivity of political governance, agricultural economy, and natural environment. 1990-2016 indexing results revealed ‘high’ EIR-IS levels for 52% and 63% of Asia-Pacific and ASEAN nations, respectively, with 28% of Asia-Pacific countries scoring at ‘highest’ indexing levels demonstrating pervasive and expansive pesticides-use and/or tonnage contrary to IPM sustainable agricultural practices.
SELECTION OF PROCESSING POTATO VARIETIES THROUGH MULTI-LOCATION TRIALS
Authors: Kundu Bimal Chandra , Naznin Sauda , Kawochar Md. Abu , Islam Md. Mazadul , Al Mahmud Abdullah , Amin Md Nurul , Uddin Md. Nasir , Hossain K.M. Delowar
Published: November 2022

Thirteen exotic potato varieties along with four checks were evaluated at six agro-ecological locations of Bangladesh for three generations during 2015-16 to 2017-18 in order to identify table purpose and processing quality varieties. Results indicated significant variation among the varieties. Based on the results of the 1st year multi-location trial, seven superior ones were selected for further testing in AYT and RYT in next two years. In the SYT, varieties Farida and 7four7 were the highest yielders. In the AYT, the highest average yield over location was also produced by 7four7 (38.70 t/ha). Varieties Cimega and Memphis also gave comparable yields to that of 7four7 (37.33 and 36.67 t/ha, respectively). Considering the yield of the three generations, the above four varieties were significantly better than the checks. Considering the specific qualities, Farida was found most suitable for table purpose because of its high yield, medium-sized oval and smooth tubers with good eating quality. The variety Taisiya produced tubers with good size and shape, but low in dry matter content; so not suitable for processing. Memphis might be selected for French fry as it produces maximum large sized tubers with good long oval shape. On the other hand, variety Panamera is a high yielder but its plant type was undesirable. On the whole, varieties Cimega, 7four7 and Farida are suitable for table purpose, and Memphis may be selected for French fry under Bangladesh condition. None was found quite suitable for Chips preparation.
ANTISPORULATION ACTION OF TARBUSH PLANT (FLOURENSIA CERNUA) TOWARDS CONIDIOSPORES OF PLANT PATHOGENS
Authors: Ganchev Donyo
Published: November 2022

The plant pathogens as Alternaria solani, Monilinia fructigena, Botrytis cinereae and Venturia inaequalis cause significant damages on many plants in the European region (particularly in the region of Republic of Bulgaria), especially on orchard cultures which are very important for agricultural industry in this area. There is many existed commercial plant protection products towards this phytopathogens on the market and there is intensive pesticides treatments in order to be overtake infestations and damaging of the plants from this pathogenic fungus. However such king pesticides in the most cases are toxic and harmful for the humans and environment, so there is a need for development and introduction on the pesticide market of the novel environmentally friendly plant protection products against these diseases. In the present research paper an in vitro trials were conducted with ethanol extracts from tarbush plant (Flourensia cernua) with conidial sporulation of of Alternaria solani, Monilinia fructigena, Botrytis cinereae and Venturia inaequalis. The received results show the strong antisporulation action of tarbush plant ethanol extracts towards tested pathogens. However according to the conidiospores of Alternaria solani, there was full lack of effectiveness and even slightly stimulation action of germination of spores. This results can be a base for development of the new natural fungicides against tested plant pathogens wicth can be apllied as in the commersial agriculture, as in the organic or integrated pest management
BEHAVIOR AND WATER USE EFFICIENCY OF EIGHT TUNISIAN VARIETIES OF CHICKPEA (CICER ARIETINUM L.) IN TWO BIOCLIMATIC STAGES
Authors: Saleh Ayari Mohamed , Boutheina Douh , Amelc Mguidiche
Published: November 2022

This work was carried out from December 2016 to June 2017 in two different regions on the north of Tunisia belong to the Sub-humid bioclimatic stage on Beja and the Semi-arid bioclimatic stage on Oued Mliz. It aims to identify the varieties of chickpea adaptable on each bioclimatic stage and to evaluate the efficiency of water use for some varieties of chickpea. Indeed, analysis of yield parameters such as biological yields, weight of hundred seeds, seeds yield, number of seeds. All varieties were grown in rainfed conditions. For the sub-humid and semi-arid bioclimatic sites plant have received respectively an amount of water of 346 and 261mm. The results show that there is a significant correlation between these parameters. The cultivation of the collection of eight varieties of chickpea in rainfed soil showed an important adaptation to drought. The number of pods marked in Beja1 and Nayer varieties are the highest, because of the ability to fill the pods during the year. While other varieties have a lower number of pods indicating that spring drought could be the cause of high flower abortion, pericarp development and empty pod formation. This research revealed that in the sub-humid bioclimatic stage, all varieties adapt and produce better than on the semi-arid. The semi-arid Tunisian is characterized by the final drought which causes the hydrous stress at chickpea. The conduit of this last in these zones is dependent on the selection of the varieties early and resistant to the water deficit.
TRICHODERMA: A VALUABLE MULTIPURPOSE FUNGUS FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
Authors: Chaube Sambed kumar , Pandey Saugat
Published: November 2022

A most valuable fungus that has multiple benefits in the agriculture production system. Around the Globe, Framers and scientists have taken the benefit of knowledge on trichoderma use. It is also called as multipurpose fungus because of its use as bio fertilizer as well as biofungicide (Bio agent). Trichoderma is being able to produce volatile compound and ability to solubilize phosphate making them available to plants, it’s used as biofertilizer. As a bioagent it control various pathogens such as Rhizoctonia, Phytophthora, Sclerotinia spp. Presently a large number of Trichoderma based formulations/ Products are available in the global market which are dominated by Trichoderma harzianum & Trichoderma viridae. Its application in developed countries is increasing rapidly replacing the chemical products, while in developing countries still it is lagging behind because of awareness among the peoples. This article is also with purpose to disseminate the awareness among the peoples about its beneficial aspects in crop production process and its contribution in the environment. The main Ambition of this review paper is also to enlight the importance of trichoderma as a biofertilizer and bio agents
Ways to increase the efficiency of the organization independent work of higher applicants education
Authors: Druganova E.
Published: November 2022

The article is devoted to the study of the problem of organizing independent work of students of higher educational institutions and the determination of the main ways to increase its effectiveness. The main attention is paid to the analysis of the motivational sphere as an internal factor that significantly affects the success of independent educational activity, its focus and goals. Utilitarian, social, cognitive, professional motives are highlighted and characterized. Special attention is paid to achievement motivation; the role of cognitive and professional motives. Based on the analysis of psychological and pedagogical sources, the role of the teacher's personality and his professional competence in ensuring the effectiveness of the organization of independent work is shown. It has been proven that the development of interest and perseverance in achieving high educational results will be promoted by: the teacher's ability to create a cognitive atmosphere in the classroom, to convince students that they “meet with him not to teach, but to share their own knowledge, skills and scientific hobbies "; the ability to design various types of independent work, including problematic, search questions, involving in-depth text processing, etc.; creative combination of traditional and innovative technologies, active and interactive teaching methods; timeliness of control, a variety of its forms and improvement of criteria for evaluating independent work; the art of inspiring and supporting students' aspirations to achieve their goals.
Self-diagnostic of the competence of scientific-pedagogical worker: aspect of educational work
Authors: Komyshan А. , Zhukova О. , Panfilov Y. , Riadnova A.
Published: November 2022

The article deals with the problem of self-diagnostic of the competence of a scientific-pedagogical worker: aspect of educational work. Based on the analysis of approaches to monitoring in education and diagnostic in education, it was found that the interest in the issues of quality of higher education, objective assessment of the activities of subjects and structural units of higher education, as well as innovative approaches to the management of quality of education, in particular, through the management of quality of activities of scientific and teaching staff is growing. On the basis of scientific generalizations and the results of empirical studies, significant signs of monitoring and diagnostics in higher education system are highlighted and it is determined that educational monitoring and diagnostic in higher education should be considered as a kind of regular observation process using certain signs, indicators, criteria, factors and scales. On view of the analysis of information sources, it was found that pedagogical diagnostic is used in such objects of educational environment as: training sessions; individual work of students; teaching methods; curricula and programs; forms of education; technology of organization of the educational process; schedule of classes; qualimetry of teachers; study of advanced teaching experience; methodical work; practical training, etc. Namely here it gives a tangible increase in efficiency. The essence of the concept of “self-diagnostic of educational work of a scientific-pedagogical worker” is formulated. Taking into account the worked out sources of information and own pedagogical experience, as well as interviews with students, the key directions of self-diagnostic of the educational work of a scientific and pedagogical worker are determined. Four key organizational and pedagogical conditions for self-diagnostic of a scientific-pedagogical worker in educational work are stated. The methodology of self-diagnostic of a scientific-pedagogical worker for educational work is substantiated. A questionary of an anonymous survey of students on self-diagnostic of the state of educational work by a scientific-pedagogical worker is presented. The main ways of improving the skill of a scientific-pedagogical worker in educational work are determined on the basis of the results of anonymous questioning of students.
Features of evaluation during distance learning
Authors: Nalyvaiko O. , Kutsyna K.
Published: November 2022

In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, distance learning has become the main way to get an education. This gave impetus to the development and involvement of innovative information technologies in the management of the educational process. It, like other forms, has both advantages and disadvantages. One of the main components of the educational process is the verification and evaluation of educational achievements, which should be carried out at a distance. Control over the assimilation of material in this way of acquiring knowledge has its difficulties. Analysis of the literature of foreign sources only confirms that the topic of distance learning assessment is becoming increasingly important and needs to be developed and improved. The article considers the problem of knowledge assessment during distance learning and searches for the optimal model of control and ways to increase the effectiveness of control of educational achievements with the involvement of new forms and innovative technologies. Obviously, assessment during distance learning requires systematization and standardization and has prospects for further development in the field of control of knowledge acquisition. This direction of distance education development is a priority today and requires close attention of modern pedagogy.
Sexual education of secondary school students: problems and ways of solution
Authors: Shvedova Y. , Zhuravel K. , Statsenko K. , Khamalyan A.
Published: November 2022

The need for all-round personality development actualizes the need for sex education among secondary school students, and annoying statistics confirm its urgency. The article analyzes the state of the organization of the process of sexual education of secondary school students, and also identifies ways to solve this problem. It was revealed that, in spite of theoretical developments, the practical embodiment of sex education among secondary school students is in its infancy, is carried out sporadically (it is part of individual disciplines, is carried out during class hours). An analysis of scientific sources, empirical studies and the results of the survey conducted established a contradiction between the need of secondary school student youth for comprehensive and targeted sex education and the unwillingness to carry it out by educational institutions for a number of reasons. The article substantiates the need for sex education for secondary school students, suggests the possible content of the discipline and outlines the functions that it performs, emphasizing that the basis of the subject is based not only on understanding sexuality and establishing gender identity, but also in the ability to defend one's own boundaries, to solve the problem of violence; in the understanding that you need to respect other people and reckon with their thoughts and attitudes; as well as in the adaptation of the child to society according to his age and development.
Performance of risk prediction models in breast cancer screening among women in Cyprus
Authors: Danladi Ceasar , Serakinci Nedime
Published: November 2022

Background: Tools that can predict breast cancer risk in women will have a significant impact on women and healthcare systems in low- and middle-income countries. Aims: We compared the performances of the Breast and Ovarian Analysis of Disease Incidence and Carrier Estimation Algorithm (BOADICEA) model, the International Breast Cancer Intervention Study (IBIS) model, and the Gail model in predicting breast cancer risk among women in Cyprus. Methods: We recruited 655 women from Dr Burhan Nalbantoglu Devlet Hastanesi Hospital in Lefkosa: 318 had breast cancer and 337 did not have breast cancer (hospital-based controls). We collected retrospective data from the hospital’s medical records and interviews with the women after informed consent. Data collected included: age, age at diagnosis, age at menarche, menopausal status, presence of benign breast disease, breast cancer in relatives, BRCA-1 and BRCA-2 mutations, history of hormone replacement therapy, and breast density. We calculated the 5-year risk of breast cancer and the risk values were used to plot receiver operating curves. Results: For the area under the curve (95% confidence interval, CI), sensitivity and specificity for the models were: BOADICEA 0.81 (95% CI: 0.77–0.84), 26.4% and 98.8%; IBIS 0.80 (95% CI: 0.77–0.84), 19.4% and 97.3%; and Gail 0.76 (95% CI: 0.73–0.80), 17.3% and 98.5%. Conclusions: The breast cancer risk prediction models performed similarly although on closer appraisal, the BOADICEA and IBIS models performed slightly better. These models are simple, appropriate, cost-effective, and non-invasive tools for identifying high-risk women in low- and middle-income countries who could benefit from mammography screening.
Training and assistance for the creative team of Kucur Village to promote village potential through social media
Authors: Yulianto Wawan Eko , Melany Melany , Nirwana Aditya
Published: November 2022

The village of Kucur has a lot of potentials that can be improved further as a source of local income. Such potentials include the water park of Lembah Gunung Sari, the coffee-based products from Koperasi Kopi RTM, and the currently popular hiking and camping spot called Bukit Jabal. However, so far, the marketing of these potentials has been done minimally and in an unorganized manner. Therefore, the community service team will provide a workshop for the creative team of Kucur village, with the three groups mentioned above being the partners, to better promote their potential. To do this, the community service team simplified the basic principles in copywriting, namely the principles of Feature-Advantage-Benefit, Problem-Agitation-Solution (PAS), and audience identification in branding, conducted workshops to introduce the simplified principles and explore their own potential, created an Instagram account, and provided mentoring through WhatsApp groups. These activities took place between May and November in Kucur village. Based on the efforts made, the community service team found that the creative team now knows that they need to start exploring the advantages and benefits of their respective products and their target market before they can promote them to the public.
Counseling to improve mental health of the elderly community in Kertorejo, Malang Regency
Authors: Wartiningsih Minarni , Silitonga Hanna Tabita Hasianna , Juliasih Ni Njoman , Siahaan Charles , Ritunga Imelda , Tandoyo Eric Dino , Dedwydd Kevin Cerwyn , Angriyanto Chindy Claudya , Mauludia Risa , Muntholib Alvionita , Lestyani Aren , Tobias Timothy
Published: November 2022

Elderly is any person aged 60 years or more, who physically looks different from other age groups. A person experiences some decline in body functions. Mental disorders are also often experienced by the elderly, including stress, depression, and anxiety so that the elderly have the potential to hurt themselves. Therefore, elderly counseling and elderly exercise are expected to be the solution. The purpose of counseling about physical activity and mental health of the elderly and elderly gymnastics is to improve the mental health of the elderly in Kertorejo Village, Malang Regency, East Java Province. The methods used during the activity are active participation, lectures, question and answer discussions, document searches, and literature studies. The stages of this community service are (1) Data collection of elderly profiles in Kertorejo (2) Counseling on physical activity and mental health of the elderly, (3) Filling out pre-intervention questionnaires, (4) Elderly exercise, and (5) filling out post-intervention questionnaires. The result of this community service activity was a decrease in the level of mental health of the elderly in Kertorejo after the intervention was measured by comparing the results of pre and post intervention questionnaires.
Education and training to build awareness of organizational diversity in senior high school teachers
Authors: Panggabean Hana , Murniati Juliana
Published: November 2022

Diversity in educational settings exposes all involved actors to issues related to inherent (e.g. age, gender) and acquired diversity (e.g., education, marital status). This 400-hour program is aimed at building diversity awareness for high school teachers indicated by a good comprehension of diversity issues, create favorable learning atmosphere, and augmenting learning motivation.  Mixing asynchronous and synchronous techniques, activities are carried out through Zoom lectures, group discussions, role play, and project assignments. At the end of the training program, participants are expected to complete an individual project within three weeks’ time. A baseline survey was conducted as well as post-tests, questionnaires, and personal journals that would allow a comprehensive view of the program’s performance. Based on the evaluations, the program has contributed to a favorable learning atmosphere and learning motivation. Furthermore, participants’ diversity awareness was developed along with their attitude and behavioral change in dealing with school diversity. A short and moderate learning effect was acquired. It is our recommendation that the school management sustains the learning effect by promoting a school climate of openness, tolerance, and respect.
Training of scholarly article writing using quantitative methods for teacher competency development
Authors: Prastiwi Lustina Fajar , Sumarsono Hadi , Mukhlis Imam , Annisya' Annisya'
Published: November 2022

Teaching competency development can be improved by increasing research and scholarly writing. The benefits of research can increase knowledge and insight, improve the quality of learning in the classroom and increase collaboration through a collaborative research system. However, teachers are still unable to write scientific articles due to the lack of knowledge about research methods and analysis tools that affect the lack of scientific writing. This community service program aims to provide knowledge and improve the ability of economics teachers in the field of research, especially quantitative analysis in the use of analytical tools related to the learning process and research preparation by Blitar Regency/City Economics MGMP teachers. The activities carried out were socialization, training on quantitative methods, and the use of statistical analysis tools. The results are an increase in the number of scientific articles written by teachers, an increase in knowledge about research methods and the use of SPSS, and an increase in the number of scientific articles published by teachers. In addition, the participation satisfaction survey shows that the community service team has carried out activities according to the needs of teachers and has had significant results in accordance with the goals of community service.
Implementation of LEISA Concept through composting rice straw waste in Subak Telun Ayah, Tegallalang
Authors: I Nengah Muliarta Muli , Sukmadewi Desak Ketut Tristiana , Selangga Dewa Gede Wiryangga , Kariasa I Gede , Prawerti Desak Ayu Diah , Parwata I Komang Adi , Landra I Wayan
Published: November 2022

In general, many farmers tend to still regard rice straw as waste material that is burned. Burning rice straw is a bad habit because it removes organic matter that contains nutrients needed by plants. As a result, farmers require higher fertilizer costs in the next planting period which is contrary to the concept of Low External Input Sustainable Agriculture (LEISA). Community Service in Subak Telun Ayah aims to increase farmers' knowledge related to the use of compost in rice cultivation and as an effort to reduce inorganic fertilization. The methods used are surveys, interviews, discussions, counseling, and plot demonstrations. Farmers claim to burn rice straw because it is based on the knowledge passed down from generation to generation and it is believed that straw waste is quickly returned to the soil. Farmers do not do composting because they do not know how to compost rice straw. Based on farmers' problems, assistance is carried out by providing training and making demonstration plots. After the mentoring program, farmers are willing to do composting, moreover, it takes 30-35 days and is repeated every 7 days. Farmers' interest in composting is also triggered by the difficulty of obtaining inorganic fertilizers and the rising price of inorganic fertilizers.
Evaluation of Volumetric Properties of Cassava Peel Ash Modified Asphalt Mixtures
Authors: Aladegboye O. J. , Oguntayo O.- D. , Al-Ihekwaba E. , Daniel T. E. , Chiadighikaobi P. C. , Ng’andu P.
Published: November 2022

In continuance to providing a reliable and cost-efficient road construction material that would aid the development of sustainable pavements while also eradicating agricultural wastes to protect the environment, Cassava Peel Ash (CPA) modified asphalt mixture is seen to be one of the most viable options. This study aimed to determine the suitability of Cassava Peel Ash (CPA) in hot mix asphalt for improved pavement performance. Using response surface methodology, a central composite design was employed for the mix design parameters, namely coarse aggregate (CA), fine aggregate (FA), mineral filler (MF), bitumen content (BC), and cassava peel ash (CPA). CPA was used as a partial replacement for filler and varied between 0% and 20%. The BC varied between 4% and 8%, the MF varied between 15% and 20%, the FA varied between 10% and 14%, and the CA varied between 46% and 52%. The interactive effect between the mix design parameters on the volumetric properties of the asphalt mixtures was evaluated. The results obtained showed the Marshall stability, flow, density, volume of the void, and void in mineral aggregates of the asphalt mixtures at 1.8037–8.045 kN, 2.7-8.22 mm, 2.0426–2.3909%, 1.094–7.966% and 55.5105–93.1393% respectively. These results indicate that the interaction of CA, FA, MF, BC, and CPA influences the volumetric properties of asphalt mixtures. From the RSM analysis, a prediction model and an optimal condition of 4.018% asphalt content, 20% cassava peel ash, 46% coarse aggregate, 10% fine aggregate, and 15% mineral filler were achieved for the asphalt mixtures. Doi: 10.28991/CEJ-2022-08-10-07 Full Text: PDF