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An Examination Into The Effects Of Salicylic Acid (Sa) On The Morphological Characteristics Of Wheat And Drought Conditions Following Each Foliar Spray
Authors: Vijapura Akdasbanu  , Bhavin Soni
Published: September 2023

To investigate the effects of salicylic acid on wheat by foliar spraying at various doses. An experiment in pots with three replications was carried out in India during the rabi season of 2021-2022. Plant was treated with foliar spray at the tillering, extension, and heading stages, with concentrations of 0.5mM, 1mM, and 2mM. The results reveal that foliar sprays of 1mM and 2mM salicylic acid aim to maintain shoot length under drought stress conditions. As the concentration of salicylic acid on wheat increases, the number of leaves increases in drought stress. Overall, salicylic acid treatment has a favourable effect on wheat plants under drought stress conditions.
Design And Analysis Of Cardiac Stent
Authors: S R Rahul  , T Sekar  , N Nandakumar  , S Periyasmay
Published: September 2023

This project presents the modification and analysis of two stent designs based on an existing design. The modifications were made using SolidWorks, followed by ANSYS analysis to evaluate von Mises stress and strain, stress intensity, maximum principle stress, and total deformation. Design Expert was then utilized, employing the Response Surface Methodology (RSM) Box-Behnken method, to conclude the design.The generated ANOVA table enabled the identification of significant factors and interactions. Residual analysis was conducted to assess the model's fit and accuracy. The abstract highlights the iterative design process involving SolidWorks, ANSYS, and Design Expert, emphasizing the use of ANOVA and residual analysis to improve the stent design. The optimized stent designs exhibited improvements in stress distribution, strain, stress intensity, and deformation characteristics. This integrated approach utilizing SolidWorks, ANSYS, and Design Expert holds promise for enhancing stent performance and optimizing patient outcomes.
Study On The Phytochemical Screening Of Extracts From The Leaves Of Centella Asiatica
Authors: Suresh.B.G  , Bindu.K.S  , Nethravathi.S  , Vandana.A.S
Published: September 2023

Centella asiatica(L) commonly known as Asiatic pennywort which is having great medicinal history. It is a small herbaceous medicinal plant belongs to the family Apiaceae family. It is used as a traditional ayurvedic medicine. The active metabolites like Alkaloids, flavonoids, Glycosides, Saponins, Phenolic compounds etc which has wide range of pharmaceutical uses like Memory enhancing, Treatment of skin related diseases, Wound healing etc. Current study is focused on phytochemical screening of shade dried leaves of Centella asiatica by Soxhlet extraction.
Revolutionizing Fertilization Strategies with Machine Learning-Driven Nutrient Prediction
Authors: Mrs. J. Porkodi  , Dr. B. Karunai Selvi  , Mr. A. Nagavaratharajan
Published: September 2023

In the pursuit of sustainable agriculture, the effective management of fertilization strategies stands as a critical imperative. This abstract explores the transformative potential encapsulated within "Revolutionizing Fertilization Strategies with Machine Learning-Driven Nutrient Prediction." Traditional agricultural practices often grapple with imprecise fertilization, leading to inefficiencies, overuse of resources, and environmental ramifications. This study introduces an innovative approach that integrates advanced Machine Learning (ML) techniques with agronomic insights to accurately predict plant nutrient requirements. By harnessing comprehensive datasets encompassing soil properties, crop categorizations, and historical growth data, an intricate ML model is formulated. Employing sophisticated algorithms such as Random Forest, XG Boost Classifier the model uncovers intricate interdependencies shaping nutrient absorption. Through an iterative process of training, validation, and optimization, the model attains the capability to anticipate nuanced nutrient demands across diverse growth stages and crop typologies. By supplying real-time, data-informed intelligence on nutrient requirements, farmers are empowered to tailor fertilization approaches with precision, curbing resource wastage and diminishing nutrient runoff. Additionally, this ML-Centered methodology aligns seamlessly with the ambitions of sustainable agriculture, channelling efforts toward resource efficiency and environmental stewardship.
Respiratory Responses Of Indian Major Carp Catla Catla (Hamilton) During Thermal-Stress And Thermal-Adaptation
Authors: Dr.D.Sujatha  , Dr. D.Umamaheswari  , Dr.D.Vijayalakshmi
Published: September 2023

The two vital respiratory parameters namely Oxygen consumption of the whole fish and the Opercular activity in the Indian Major Carp was investigated during thermal-stress and Thermal-adaptation. The Indian major carp Catla catla subjected to and Slow temperature change from 22 ⁰c to 32⁰c (heat-adaptation) and 32⁰c to 22 ⁰c (cold -adaptation) at the rate of 1⁰c ̷ 60 hours showed a gradual stepping-up of oxygen consumption and opercular activity in heat-adaptation and a stepping-down of oxygen consumption and opercular activity in the case of cold-adaptation and in both cases reached the control values within 35 days, where as Catla catla exposed abruptly to a temperature change from 22 ⁰c to 32⁰c (heat-stress) and 32⁰c to 22 ⁰c (cold -stress) at the rate of 1⁰c ̷ hour exhibited neither stepping-up nor stepping-down in oxygen consumption and opercular activity and they could not reach the control values within 35 days. Stress is a physiological load acted upon the fish, where as adaptation is a slow process of compensation without physiological load
Analisis Perspektif Hukum dan Etika Kasus Pembunuhan Berencana dan Pertimbangan Pengenaan Hukuman Mati
Authors: Ananda Lika
Published: September 2023

Kasus pembunuhan berencana dan penerapan hukuman mati memicu analisis mendalam dari prespektif hukum dan etika. Tulisan ini mengeksplorasi pandangan hukum terkait proses peradilan yang adil dan pertimbangan penerapan hukuman mati dalam kasus pembunuhan berencana. Di samping itu, prespektif etika mengenai hak asasi manusia, tujuan hukuman restorative dan punitive, serta resiko eksekusi terhadap individu yang tidak bersalah juga dianalisis secara mendalam. Dampak penerapan hukuman mati pada Masyarakat dan system peradilan, dan pertimbangan etis, menjadi sorotan penting. Metode penelitiannya menggunakan literartur review. Kesimpulannya, analisis ini menggarisbawahi perlunya keseimbangan antara keadilan, nilai-nilai kemanusiaan, dan efektivitas peradilan dalam konteks  yang  komplek s ini.
Kasus pembunuhan berencana dan penerapan hukuman mati memicu analisis mendalam dari prespektif hukum dan etika. Tulisan ini mengeksplorasi pandangan hukum terkait proses peradilan yang adil dan pertimbangan penerapan hukuman mati dalam kasus pembunuhan berencana. Di samping itu, prespektif etika mengenai hak asasi manusia, tujuan hukuman restorative dan punitive, serta resiko eksekusi terhadap individu yang tidak bersalah juga dianalisis secara mendalam. Dampak penerapan hukuman mati pada Masyarakat dan system peradilan, dan pertimbangan etis, menjadi sorotan penting. Metode penelitiannya menggunakan literartur review. Kesimpulannya, analisis ini menggarisbawahi perlunya keseimbangan antara keadilan, nilai-nilai kemanusiaan, dan efektivitas peradilan dalam konteks  yang  komplek s ini.
GENDER DIFFERENCES IN LEARNING LANGUAGES
Authors: Kheder Khalefa , Rouabhia Ridha
Published: September 2023

Gender differences between male and female language learners have recently attracted the attention of researchers, especially in terms of how these differences impact learning achievements. Hence, this study examines gender differences in language learning without representing a specific sample area or population. It investigates previous studies by extracting the theories applied, sampling methods, data collection methods, and data analysis tools. The findings revealed that most studies employed simple random sampling techniques, and quantitative data collection methods were vastly more common than qualitative methods. Questionnaires and interviews played an important role in data collection, while SPSS was the most used data analysis tool. The findings from previous studies hold divergent views; while some studies agreed that gender does not have a significant impact on learning languages, other studies hold different views and reported that motivation, self-efficacy, cognitive load, and learning styles, among others, could be gender differences between males and females with respect to learning languages. These findings will be beneficial to language teachers and instructors regarding possible techniques to employ to enhance comprehensive and effective learning among both males and females.
 

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GHANAIAN ESL TEACHERS’ BELIEFS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CORE COMPETENCIES OF GHANA’S NEW ENGLISH LANGUAGE CURRICULUM
Authors: Appiah Kingsley Richard , Owusu Sefa
Published: September 2023

Teachers play a pivotal role in the implementation of the Standard Based Curriculum (SBC) at the basic school level in Ghana. Scholars and educationists disagree over what comprises ESL instructors' beliefs, how ESL teachers' beliefs influence SBC implementation, and how teachers' beliefs differ by gender. Hence, this study conducted an in-depth investigation into the influence of ESL teachers’ beliefs on the development of pupils’ core competencies in the SBC and its gender implications. The study was guided by three research objectives and questions. A sequential explanatory mixed-methods research design was adopted. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 100 participants for the study. A questionnaire, a structured interview guide, and observation were adopted as research instruments for data collection. Findings of the study revealed that ESL teachers have varied beliefs about the development of core competencies. While some beliefs are positive, such as the need for skill and effectiveness in teaching, others are negative, such as the difficulty in developing digital literacy, classrooms that are frequently too large, additional training that should be provided, and teaching and Learning Materials (TLM) that are severely lacking. It was discovered that there are gender differences in how ESL teachers implement core competencies in the classroom. One major implication of the study is that the government and GES should increase collaboration and support for teachers through regular and effective training on various segments of the curriculum and ensure that resources are adequately provided for their use.
 

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FEATURES OF ENTERTAINMENT COLUMN OF HO CHI MINH CITY WOMEN'S ONLINE NEWSPAPER
Authors: Vy Nguyen Thi Tuong , Quyen Do Thi Xuan , Dan Thai Cong
Published: September 2023

Entertainment must also be a well-understood issue and a selective perspective is essential. The Women's Newspaper of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is one of the official newspapers that publishes accurate and timely information about the entertainment sector about the happenings of the concerns of domestic and foreign entertainment. Joining a survey on the field of online newspapers to have a better view of the Entertainment column of the Ho Chi Minh City Women's Online Newspaper is a job that comes from great interest in the entertainment sector. Today, it is still a researcher's job to understand and clearly analyze the inherent characteristics of this column. The research is carried out with specific objectives, namely, firstly, surveying the outstanding features of the content and form of the Ho Chi Minh City Women's Online Newspaper in the Entertainment section. Secondly, it is applied to the theories of online journalism to conduct through a survey of information published in the Entertainment column of the Ho Chi Minh City Women's Online Newspaper, helping research work to have a close contact from theory to practice of journalism, serving to learn about the development, characteristics and requirements of a column on an online newspaper. And finally, understanding the advantages and discovering the limitations of online newspapers in general, including the Entertainment column on the Ho Chi Minh City Women's Online Newspaper through the information published in the articles in the fourth quarter of 2021. The findings revealed, besides the success in building information content, that the newspaper has achieved, that the focus on presentation is also a point that needs to be kept in mind and constantly updated in the future. competition among online newspapers. But not because of that, the Ho Chi Minh City Women's Online Newspaper follows today's tastes, the newspaper is always flexible but still maintains its own distinctive characters.
 

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STUDY ON CHARACTERISTICS OF MEGASTORY CATEGORY ON NEWS OF VIETNAM NEWS AGENCY
Authors: Uyen Tran Ngoc Phuong , Quyen Do Thi Xuan , Dan Thai Cong
Published: September 2023

The baotintuc.vn website is a newspaper belonging to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA). Following the new trend of the press, this newspaper officially launched the website www.baotintuc.vn on December 17, 2010 to support information for newspapers and expand the audience. When researching this topic, the researchers selected Megastory articles on the baotintuc.vn online newspaper for the survey. The study would examine 74 articles in the Megastory category in a 12-month period in 2020. From this respect, it aims to generalize the characteristics of content and form of this genre with various fields. The findings revealed that the content and form characteristics in Megastory articles have been asserting themselves in the world's multimedia journalism trends, meeting public tastes nationwide and worldwide as well.
 

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FEMALE CHARACTERS IN NGUYEN HUONG DUYEN'S SHORT STORIES
Authors: Diem Le Thuy , Thu Nguyen Bich
Published: September 2023

Female writer Nguyen Huong Duyen is a member of the Vietnam Writers Association. As a writer who has appeared on the lute for about 15 years, her work has given off new and different vitality in the way she looks at life and people, especially in women. Therefore, changing the taste is something people are still interested in in a fairly familiar menu. Her works have been received by the public and literary critics in many different ways. The scope of this study includes three collections of short stories by Nguyen Huong Duyen: “The arduous waiting wharf” (2006), “Among men” (2015) and “Writing to you from this kitchen” (2020). The theoretical research of the thesis is the theoretical issues of short stories, generalization of short stories by Nguyen Huong Duyen in the flow of contemporary short stories and regional prose of Central Province of Quang Binh, Vietnam; salient features of the character's world, and modes of expression. From there, readers can see the contributions of writer Nguyen Huong Duyen to the development of female short stories in particular and contemporary Vietnamese prose in general. The study explores and clarifies the characteristics of female characters in both aspects of content and art of characters portrayed in the short stories by Nguyen Huong Duyen. On that basis, it shows the writer's creative characteristics and places her short stories in the flow of contemporary female short stories. It can be said that the female character in Nguyen Huong Duyen's short stories has left a deep impression on readers. Each female character appears with different life paths and identities, but they are similar in one point: they all have an insatiable desire to find self. Approaching Nguyen Huong Duyen's short stories, the researchers hope to contribute to understanding and identifying the characteristics of the female character, the research object that creates the appearance of Nguyen Huong Duyen's short stories while also recognizing the writer's contribution. This is in the context of contemporary female short stories in particular and prose in general.
 

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EFFECT OF AGE AND PARITY ON THE MEDICAL INDICATIONS OF CESAREAN SECTIONS AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN
Authors: Kondor Vincentia Dzigbordi , Ofori-Amoah Justice , Amitabye Luximon-Ramma
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Caesarean section (CS) is considered the most common and important surgical procedure for women of childbearing age to deliver a baby. Over the years the rate of CS has been increasing and the cause of this rise in CS is multifactorial. Yet, the literature suggests that it largely results from advanced maternal age, particularly in primiparous women. This study, therefore, sought to investigate the effect of age and parity on CS and its indications. Methods: A retrospective study design and data for all mothers who had previously given birth at the hospital’s obstetric and gynaecological departments was used. A descriptive statistic was conducted to ascertain the distribution of the various dependent and independent variables. The P-value was determined using Pearson’s Chi-square and statistical significance was set at less than 0.05. Results: 40.6% of the participants delivered through CS. Foetal indications for CS contributed to 30% of the cases while previous CS contributed to 20.6% of current CS cases in this study. Finally, there were associations between CS, indications for CS, and some age-parity classifications but these associations were not parallel.

 

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CHEMICAL ANALYSIS AND in situ DEGRADATION OF DIETS PREPARED WITH AND WITHOUT FRUIT OF Parmentiera aculeata (Kunth) L.O. Williams IN SHEEP
Authors: Pérez-Morales Selene , Crosby-Galván María Magdalena , Ramírez-Mella Mónica , Bárcena-Gama José Ricardo , Hernández-Mendo Omar , Crosby-Galván Elsa Margarita
Published: September 2023

During the drought period in cattle pastures, the fruits of chote (Parmentiera aculeata (Kunth) L.O.) Williams are available, which are satisfactorily consumed by grazing ruminants. However, the nutritional value and ruminal availability of the dry matter of this fruit, to which nutritional properties are attributed, are unknown. The objective was to evaluate the degradation of chote fruit for inclusion in sheep diets using in situ degradation and to identify some physiological variables in the rumen. Six rumen fistulated lambs with a live weight of 30 ± 2 kg were adapted for 11 days to the following experimental diets: T 0: 0 % chote fruit; T 15: 15 % chote fruit, and T 30: 30 % chote fruit. In situ degradation of chote fruit was determined and experimental diets were analyzed with a 3 × 3 crossover design. The results show that after 3 and 6 h, chote fruit at T 30 presented greater degradation (p ≤ 0.05). After 24, 48, and 72 h, pH and ammonia nitrogen (N-NH3) showed no statistical differences (p > 0.05). The yields of acetic, propionic, and butyric acids were not different (p > 0.05) at T 15 (acetic acid = 77.81 mM L-1; propionic = 14.39 mM L-1; butyric = 0. 67 mM L-1) and T 30 (acetic acid = 77.21 mM L-1; propionic = 18.52 mM L-1; butyric = 8.97 mM L-1), but both were greater than T 0 (acetic = 62.03 mM L-1, propionic = 18.52 mM L-1, butyric = 9.27 mM L-1). In conclusion, the addition of 30 % chote to sheep diets increases degradation without affecting ruminal variables.
FERTIGATION DISTRIBUTION WITH LOW PRESSURE MULTIGATE IRRIGATION SYSTEMS IN A SUGARCANE AGROECOSYSTEM
Authors: García-Saldaña Arturo , Pérez-Vázquez Arturo , Martínez-Dávila Juan Pablo , Castañeda-Chávez María del Refugio , Carrillo-Ávila Eugenio , Alonso-López Alejandro
Published: September 2023

In the state of Veracruz, Mexico, low sugarcane yields are reported despite the high use of inputs. This results in economic losses and environmental pollution. A fertigation system designed at the Colegio de Postgraduados (COLPOS) Campus Veracruz was established to determine the uniformity and stability of fertilizer distribution in the sugarcane crop. This study was carried out in a sugarcane plot with a farmer participant. Three levels of valve openings at the injector inlet (1/3, 2/3, and 3/3) were tested to determine the homogeneity of fertigation at the outlet of the gates and the stability of the system over time. Samples of water-fertilizer mixture were taken at the outlet of the gates. They were analyzed in the laboratory with a UV-visible spectrophotometer at 202 nm for nitrogen. It was found that the 1/3 and 3/3 valve position openings caused instability in the system. For the 2/3 opening with p = 0.359, no statistical difference (α= 0.05) was found during the time of emptying the container of the water-fertilizer mixture. Therefore, the fertigation system proved to be stable with a valve opening close to 2/3. Using the valve openings, the flow rate of water-fertilizer entering the system is uniformly mixed at the outlets of the multi-gate pipeline that pours into the crop furrows (p = 0.474 and α = 0.05). It can be concluded that in fertilization using a low-pressure irrigation system, nitrogen fertilizer is uniformly distributed when a Venturi type injector is used in a sugarcane agroecosystem with a valve opening close to 2/3.
The Influence of Interactivity and Ephemerality of Instagram Advertisements in Shaping Perceived Value and Behavioral Intention
Authors:   School of Economics and Business, Telkom University, Indonesia, Amalia Rika , Widodo Teguh ,   School of Economics and Business, Telkom University, Indonesia
Published: September 2023

Instagram stands out as a prominent platform, offering companies a valuable space to promote their offerings to a vast and diverse audience. To capture consumer interest, Instagram advertisements now incorporate innovative interactive features and ephemeral effects, enhancing their appeal and engagement. The objective of this study is to examine the influence of interactivity and ephemerality of instagram advertisements in shaping perceived value and behavioral intention. A quantitative research approach was employed in this study. Data from 239 participants were gathered through an online survey and analyzed utilizing SmartPLS 3.2.9 software employing Structural Equation Modeling. The findings indicate that the interactivity and ephemerality of Instagram Stories advertisements significantly influence three types of perceived value such as utilitarian, hedonic, and social value among female consumers of the fashion brand HeyLocal. Furthermore, these perceived values motivate positive behavioral intentions such as the intention towards social media activities, online search, and brand purchase. In contrast to social value, it was found that utilitarian and hedonic value do not directly impact brand purchase. In addition, our research revealed that consumers’ purchase decisions can be reinforced through their engagement in social media activities and online information search.
Pengaruh Gaya Kepemimpinan Dan Disiplin Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Pada Pusdiklat Anti Pencucian Uang Dan Pencegahan Pendanaan Terorisme
Authors: Maharani Devi , Firdaus Muhamad Azis , Agung Syahrum
Published: September 2023

This research discusses how the style of leadership, the work discipline that influences the performance of employees on the Pusdiklat APU PPT in the city of Depok. The aim of this research is to test and analyze the influence of leadership style and work discipline on the performance of employees at the APU PPT Pusdiklat in the city of Depok. The sampling technique uses the quizier technique with the number of 50 respondents who are the Pusdiklat APU PPT staff. The analytical test tool used is SmartPLS v.4 with SEM analysis method. (Structural EquationModeling).  The results of this study show that the leadership style has a positive and significant influence on the the staff performance, the working discipline positively and significantly affects the performance of the staff, the style of leadership and the work of the discipline positive and meaningful impact on the staff performance.
MAGDA SOARES, PROFESSORA E ORIENTADORA
Authors: Rocha Juliano Guerra , Oliveira Fernando Rodrigues de , Maciel Francisca Izabel Pereira
Published: September 2023

Tem-se como objetivo neste artigo refletir sobre a importância da trajetória de Magda Soares como professora e como orientadora na história da alfabetização no Brasil. Para isso, mediante pesquisa documental de abordagem histórica, focalizam-se aqui fontes relativas à sua atuação como professora de pós-graduação, assim como os trabalhos por ela orientados desde a criação da Faculdade de Educação (FaE) na Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG). Busca-se entender as contribuições de Magda Soares a partir da história dos intelectuais, com base no papel desempenhado por ela como uma intelectual mediadora e produtora cultural, além de problematizar sua importância na construção de redes de sociabilidades, decisivas para a produção de conhecimento sobre alfabetização no Brasil. Observa-se dessa maneira que a atuação de Magda Soares foi direta e indireta na formação de novos quadros de pesquisadores, como o elo de uma trama ativa de intelectuais e atores sociais envolvidos com a temática da alfabetização.
The influence of microwave curing on the strength of silica fume-added fly ash-based geopolymer mortars
Authors: YILMAZER POLAT Berivan
Published: September 2023

Geopolymer concretes a substitute for traditional Portland cement as a more environmentally sustainable alternative. In addition, one of the most significant advantages of geopolymer concrete is the high setting speed that can be achieved with thermal curing, that is, the short curing period. Research on geopolymer concrete has focused on curing, where curing is usually done with conventional ovens. Microwave curing initiates heat generation at the molecular level, which results in a minimal heat increase on the surface of the specimens compared to traditional thermal curing methods. In addition, it provides internal, rapid, and homogeneous heating and rapid strength development. This study is based on research that examined the effect of microwave cure on the compressive strength of silica füme-modified geopolymer mortar. In the study, sodium silicate and sodium hydroxide were used for activation, and first of all, fly ash substituted geopolymer mortar specimens were subjected to conventional thermal curing in an oven. On the other hand, the mortar specimens with the same composition were subjected to short-duration (10 minutes) microwave curing at power levels of between 200-600 W. When the results were compared regarding compressive strength, void and percent water absorption, UPV, and SEM-internal structure examination, it was revealed that microwave curing could be used faster than the conventional oven curing method in silica füme-added fly ash-based geopolymer mortars. This research can be considered an essential step for further optimizing and popularising geopolymer concrete and microwave curing and proposes a method that should be considered in the future development of more sustainable construction materials.
Romanian-French Contacts at the Level Of Military Decision-Makers
Authors: Nicolescu Andrei
Published: September 2023

In 1932 and 1933 invitations to Generals Gamelin and Petin to visit Bucharest were declined on the basis of more or less objective reasons, this was not the case from 1934 onwards, when the frequency of such French visits to Bucharest increased. There was also a clear change in the level of representation, culminating in the visits of Generals Pétin, Mittelhauser, Georges, Gamelin and Weygand. Another significant moment for the development of the French-Romanian military relations was the presence in Bucharest of General Victor Pétin. It took place in a different context from that of General Gouraud's arrival, with different dimensions and connotations.The consequences of the visits, based primarily on the growing convergence of French and Romanian interests at that time, were felt. On the 8th of June, the Europe Sub-Directorate of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the need to accept Romanian arms requests by means of a commitment to supply on credit and with annual instalments. One of the arguments put forward was that: 'As a faithful ally, Romania, like Yugoslavia, is part of the Small Alliance and the Balkan Alliance, whose policy tends to be in line with the direction of action decidedly favourable to the preservation of the established order, cannot but receive the approval of the Government of the Republic.
Franco-Romanian contacts and protocol relations (1930-1936)
Authors: Nicolescu Andrei
Published: September 2023

Romanian-French military relations were enhanced during this period too by many actions and events that referred both to the present and to the most fruitful periods of the collaboration between the two armies. The friendship associations established during the interwar period, both in France and Romania, contributed greatly to the development of relations between the Romanians and the French, between the two armies. During the period 1930-1936 there are also other manifestations of the gratitude of the Romanian authorities towards the French soldiers who contributed to the good relations between the two armies. We can mention an incomplete list, of course, of those who were decorated with orders and medals for such merits. Among those decorated were the names of participants in the 1916-1918 campaign in the French Military Mission in Romania, led by General Berthelot.
The importance of supervisor support to improve employee performance and retention in 5-star hotels in Bali
Authors: Astawa I Ketut , Ek Armoni Ni Luh , Putri Suardani Anak Agung
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this research is to analyze the importance of supervisor support in motivating the work of operational employees and its implications for employee performance and retention in 5-star hotels in Bali. The problem in this research is how important supervisor support is in improving employee performance and retention and what the implications are. The population of this study was all permanent employees of 5-star hotels in Bali. A sampling of 5-star hotels used sampling areas, namely in Badung and Gianyar Regencies. The number of research respondents was 125 people, determined by purposive sampling. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and research questionnaires. Quantitative descriptive analysis is used to see the current condition of supervisors based on supervisor support, work motivation, performance, and employee retention so that it is known the importance of supervisor support in improving the performance and retention of 5-star hotel employees in Bali in the future. The results showed that supervisors' support increased employee performance and retention with an average value in the interval 4.21-5.00. This means that supervisors support employee motivation, which affects high employee performance and retention.
Management of Curriculum and integrative learning of Islamic religious education and vocational school at SMKN 3 Malang, Indonesia
Authors: Wiyono Dwi Fitri , Hakim Dian Muhammad , Hassan Abd. Rauf
Published: September 2023

This paper discusses the new formulation of a curriculum and learning management system in Islamic religious education and an integrative-vocational collaborative model by combining learning materials and objectives through a measurable curriculum planning and management system in accordance with the vocational school curriculum and Islamic values. This research produces an integrative curriculum and learning model by combining one scientific discipline (vocational) and Islamic education disciplines, the researcher gives the term “Nested Integrated Model”: integration of proficiency targets achieved on certain topics in vocational material with targets achieved in Islamic religious education.
The Impact of Climate Change on Animal Health and Disease Patterns
Authors: Kiragu Charles
Published: September 2023

Purpose: The aim of the study is to examine the impact of climate change on animal health and disease patterns

Methodology: This study adopted a desktop methodology. This study used secondary data from which include review of existing literature from already published studies and reports that was easily accessed through online journals and libraries

Findings: The study revealed that climate change has had a significant impact on animal health and disease patterns, with various negative consequences for biodiversity and ecosystems. Rising temperatures and changing rainfall patterns influence the distribution and abundance of disease vectors, such as mosquitoes and ticks and alter their geographic ranges. This can result in the spread of diseases like malaria, dengue fever, Lyme disease, and West Nile virus to new areas. Additionally, climate change enhance the replication and survival rates of pathogens, potentially leading to more frequent and severe disease outbreaks.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study was anchored on One Health theory and Stressor-response theory. The study recommends Incorporation of climate change considerations into wildlife conservation and management strategies. This involves protecting and restoring habitats, creating wildlife corridors to facilitate species movement, and implementing adaptive management practices that consider the potential impacts of climate change on disease dynamics. Conservation efforts should prioritize the preservation of genetic diversity and the enhancement of resilience in animal populations.
Relationship Between Upadana and Bhava with Reference to Patthana
Authors: Indasariya Ven
Published: September 2023

Among the twelve links of Paṭiccasamuppāda, the link of upādāna and bhava is an interesting fact. Despite the scholarly numerous perspectives offered on Paṭiccasamuppāda, the Paṭṭhāna viewpoint has received less attention on it. It remains challenging to comprehend relationship between upādāna and bhava from Paṭṭhāna perspective. For instance, Paṭiccasamuppāda cannot provide the satisfied answer to how upādāna as unwholesome consciousness conditions wholesome kamma without help of Paṭṭhāna. There are several conditions in which upādāna cause bhava: kammabhava and upapattibhava from the Paṭṭhāna perspective. It is apparent that Paṭṭhāna supplements Paṭiccasamuppāda according to Visuddhimagga, which express twelve links of Paṭiccasamuppāda in conjunction with Paṭṭhāna. But a brief mention is found that Visuddhimagga asserts that eight out of twenty-four relations in Paṭṭhāna such as upanissaya, sahajāta, aññamañña, nissaya, sampayutta, atthi, avigata and hetu are applied between upādāna and bhava. Moreover, these relations have not been extensively analyzed and examined in sense of their relevance to upādāna and bhava. Therefore, the researcher’s aim here was to examine eight relations and their application between upādāna and bhava with special reference to Paṭṭhāna. This study claimed that Paṭṭhāna provides the understanding of relationship between upādāna and bhava and, to some extent, clarifies the answer that Paṭiccasamuppāda cannot deliver as to the relationship. It was a textual study based on Pāli canonical texts. Some commentarial texts and works related to this study were also used whenever deemed reasonably relevant.
Problems of the Relocation Scheme in Pegi -Kuje Area of the Federal Capital Territory (F.C.T) Abuja.
Authors: Obute Michael Ajeni
Published: September 2023

This paper examines the problems of the relocation scheme at pegi in Kuje area council of the FCT, Nigeria. The study elicited data from 100 respondents who were selected from houses built by government and individuals. Data were collected with the aid of structured questionnaire using cluster sampling technique to give equal representation of relocatees both in government constructed quarters and owner constructed quarters, where 50 questionnaires were administered to each quarters to form a sample frame and statistically analysed to test for differences in the housing quality, access to public services, occupational structure and income level using Independent sample t test, custom table and chi-square, so as to ascertain the degree of accomplishment of the resettlement committee’s recommendation to the effect that the exercise should bring about improvement in the people’s living through provision of basic amenities in their new domain. It was observed that relocation of the people of Idu-Karmo to Pegi has influenced their occupations negatively and has caused a general decline in their income level and has also worsened their access to quality public services, but has brought about better housing and also proximity to school and clinic but these public facilities are substandard . It was recommended among others, that government should engage affected persons in skills acquisition program and also grant them soft loans to boost their businesses alongside ensuring proper monitoring in order to build their human capacity and self-reliance. It is also imperative that government provides them with better health and educational facilities to utilize services at a subsidized rate which will prevent relocatees from plunging into poverty if they needed to rely solely on out of pocket financing to meet these needs.
Isolation of lignocelluloses degrading microbes from soil and their screening based on qualitative analysis and enzymatic assays
Authors:   ICAR- Research Complex for Eastern Region, Farming system Research Centre for Hill and Plateau Region, Ranchi- 834010, Jharkhand, India, SHINDE RESHMA
Published: September 2023

Crop residues (CRs) composed of structurally complex lignocellulosic material which is resistant to degradation due to various biologically stable linkages present in it. Enhancing the process of its biological degradation using microbial strains capable of decomposing lignocellulose would not only solve the problem of CR disposal but also recycle the organic carbon, NPK and other plant nutrients back into the soil. This study was aimed at isolating and screening of the lignocellulose decomposing microbes from various sources such as crop residue incorporated soil, forest soil, soil near decaying wood, compost pit and dump yard. Total of 15 fungi and 6 bacteria were isolated in the form of pure colonies and screened for cellulose and lignin decomposing ability using carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and tannic acid (TA) agar media on the basis of appearance of clear zone. Five fungal and two bacterial cultures identified as lignocellulose decomposers were further screened quantitatively for CMCase and filter paperase enzyme assay by standard protocols. Two fungal strains, identified as Trichoderma species and Aspergillus species showed significant enzymatic activity and can be utilized as a potential lignocellulose decomposer
Nutritional status of soils and leaves of guava (Psidium guajava) orchards of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh
Authors:   Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Raja Balwant Singh College, Bichpuri, Agra (U.P.) 283 105, Singh Sandeep
Published: September 2023

A study was conducted on soil and plant nutritional status of guava orchards in order to identify the nutrients that are deficient / low by surveying 100 guava orchards, collection of leaf and soil samples in guava growing Agra district. In general, soils were alkaline in reaction and low in organic carbon. The range (mean) values of available N, P, K and S were 175.0 to 235.0 (196.5 kg ha-1 ), 8.5 to 24.0 (27.5 kg-1 ), 180.0 275.0 (218.5 kg ha-1 ) and 9.0 to 26.0 (15.5 kg ha1 ), respectively in orchard soils. As regards to DTPA extractable Fe, Mn and Cu, the status of these micronutrient cations was adequate in these soils. The soils of guava orchards were deficient in DTPA-Zn to the extent of 45 per cent. Most of the nutrients showed positive relationship with organic carbon content. These elements were negatively related with soil pH and calcium carbonate. The yield limiting nutrients differed from orchards to orchards though some of the nutrients were more prominent. The leaf samples were deficient in nitrogen, sulphur and zinc. On the other hand, P, K, Fe, Cu contents in majority of leaves were in optimum range in guava orchards. The ranges of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulphur content in guava leaves were from 1.55, to 2.18, to 0.16 to 0.32, 1.20 to 2.10 and 0.18 to 0.35 per cent, respectively. The corresponding ranges of micronutrient cations, i.e. Fe, Mn, Cu and Zn in guava leaves were from 145 to 242, 28.0 to 60.0, 4.5 to 10.6 and 17.5 to 35 mg kg-1 .
Nanoclay biopolymer composites: Synthesis, characterization and nitrogen release under controlled conditions
Authors:   Division of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi110012, KOTHARI SHARAT
Published: September 2023

As the production sector of N fertilizer challenged by energy crisis of the world and consumption sector is challenged by the environmental impacts, there is an urgent need to improve the nitrogen use efficiency for the sustainable growth of agriculture sector. The controlled release/ slow-release N fertilizers are smart choices to serve this purpose. So, this manuscript aims to synthesise nano clay bio-polymer composites (NCBPC) and using it for controlled N release. Nano clay bio-polymer composites were prepared by aqueous copolymerization of acrylic acid with acrylamide in presence of bentonite nano clay and starch as a partial replacement for synthetic polymers. Maize and wheat flour (maida) were used as starch source at 20 and 30% replacement level to synthesise different NCBPC products. The resulting products were characterized using FTIR and SEM which revealed the participation of bentonite and starch in the polymerization reaction at the nano level. The incubation study in soil disclosed the slow-release of nitrogen by these materials. Therefore, bentonite clay with cereal grain flours may be used for the synthesis of nano clay bio-polymer composites for slow-release of nitrogen.
Analysis of quantitative variation and selection criteria for yield improvement in exotic germplasm of tossa jute (Chorchorus olitorius L.)
Authors:   All India Network Project on Jute and Allied Fibres, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri-413 722, Ahmednagar (M.S.), India, DESHMUKH D.V.
Published: September 2023

The genetic variability, heritability, genetic advance, correlation coefficient and path analysis were estimated for fibre yield and its attributing traits in fifty two germplasm lines of Jute (Corchorus olitorius L.) at Rahuri (M.S.) during kharif season of 2020. Higher magnitude of variance was recorded in plant height followed by days to 50% flowering, days to initiation of flowering and fibre yield per plant. The genotype OIN-136 recorded the highest fibre yield per plant along with higher green weight and basal diameter. The highest genotypic and phenotypic variance was for plant height, days to 50% flowering, days to initiation of flowering, fibre yield and basal diameter and the lowest genotypic and phenotypic variance was that of green weight. High values for PCV and GCV were recorded for green weight and fibre weight. High values of heritability were recorded for basal diameter, days to 50% flowering, days to initiation of flowering and plant height and moderate values of heritability were recorded for green weight and fibre yield. The genetic advance was highest for plant height and lowest for base diameter. The high heritability with moderate to high genetic advance over percentage of mean was observed in plant height, days to 50% flowering and days to initiation of flowering which indicate preponderance of additive genetic action. The high heritability with low genetic advance over percentage of mean was observed in basal diameter. Low heritability with low genetic advance over percentage of mean was observed in green weight and fibre yield indicated the presence of both additive and non additive gene effects. The magnitude of genotypic correlation was higher than the phenotypic correlation indicating that elimination of environmental effects led to strengthen genetic association. The correlation analysis revealed that there was a nonsignificant association of initiation of flowering with green weight and fibre yield at phenotypic level, plant height with green weight at phenotypic level and plant height with fibre yield at genotypic and phenotypic level. Green weight/ plant had highest positive direct effect on fibre yield per plant at genotypic and phenotypic level, days to 50% flowering at phenotypic and initiation of flowering at genotypic level. Therefore direct selection based on these characters would be feasible. Days to initiation of flowering at phenotypic, days to 50% flowering at genotypic, plant height at genotypic and phenotypic and basal diameter per plant at genotypic exhibited high and negative direct effects towards fibre yield. Significant positive correlations with fibre yield per plant indicated that the indirect selection could be made for high yielding jute genotypes through most of the characters having positive indirect effects.
Effect of organic manures and biofertilizers on growth, yield and economics of cauliflower (Brassica oleracea L. var. botrytis)
Authors:   Department of Agriculture, ITM University Gwalior, M.P., TYAGI DINESH BABOO
Published: September 2023

The field experiment was conducted at Agricultural Research Farm, ITM University Gwalior M.P. during rabi season of 2019-21. The experiment was deliberated in randomized block design with eight treatments replicated thrice. Results revealed that application of 50% vermicompost resulted in maximum growth attributes (plant height 33.1cm, green leaves per plant 8.2, length of longest leaf 33.9cm, width of longest leaf 21.3cm, spread of plant across row length 34.2cm, spread of plant along row35.0 cm). Yield attributes and curd yield of cauliflower (36.6 q ha-1 ) were recorded with the application of 50% vermicompost. The net return of Rs. 157950 ha-1 and B:C ratio (4.031) were noted highest with 50% vermicompost. Application of 80% poultry manure proved next best treatment with respect to yield and economics of cauliflower. The lowest values of these parameters were recorded under control.
Formulation of targeted yield equations for cucumber (Cucumis sativus) under ricevegetable cropping system in Inceptisols
Authors:   Department of Soil Science and Agricultural ChemistryOdisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar 751 003, Odisha, JENA JYOTIRMAYEE
Published: September 2023

Three fertility gradient stripes were created in Inceptisols of Odisha by applying no fertilizer, recommended dose of fertilizer (RDF) and double of the RDF and rice was grown during kharif, 2018 in the Central Research Farm of OUAT, Bhubaneswar. These three stripes were subdivided into 24 sub-plots and cucumber was grown with different graded doses of fertilizers and manures during rabi, 2018-19. Initial soil nutrient status, nutrient uptake, nutrient requirement, soil efficiency, fertilizer efficiency, organic matter efficiency and yield data were recorded. The highest cucumber yield (118.2 q ha-1 ) was obtained with 70 kg N, 40 kg P2O5 and 100 K2O ha-1 . Fertilizer prescription equations were derived for targeted yield of cucumber in Inceptisols of Odisha. Nutrient requirement for producing of one quintal of cucumber yield on this technique is 0.44, 0.15, and 0.63 kg N, P2O5 and K2O. This enables the farmers to make the most efficient and profitable use of the costly inputs in farming.