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Plant Cell Wall Proteomics: An Assessment Twenty Years after Launching
Authors: Jamet Elisabeth
Published: January 2024

Cell walls are complex structures surrounding plant cells. They provide not only mechanical support and protection against environmental changes, but also a mean for cell-to-cell communication. They are mainly constituted of polysaccharides (about 90% of their mass) and proteins. Cell wall proteins (CWPs) play critical roles because they contribute to the plasticity of the cell wall architecture during development and in response to biotic and abiotic environmental changes. Their systematic identification has started in the 2000’s with the sequencing of the genome of the Arabidopsis thaliana model plant and the development of adapted mass spectrometry (MS) technologies. Since then, many other plants have been studied among which plants of agronomical interest. The description of cell wall proteomes has fully benefited not only from the improvement of MS technologies, but also from better sample preparation and peptide separation prior to MS analysis. Bioinformatics has also played critical roles by designing software allowing protein identification, annotation and quantification, as well creating MS data repositories.
Proteomics: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Authors: Pucci Minafra Ida
Published: January 2024

The overwhelming entry of proteomics into the scientific world [1], catapulted scientists into the era of bio-complexity of the living matter. Researchers have always been self-questioning about the essence of life, often receiving inadequate and frustrating responses.
Artificial Hurricanes and Other New Weapons of Mass Destruction
Authors: Skopec Robert
Published: January 2024

Dark matter is an exotic form of matter that can only be detected by its gravitational pull on other objects-other than this, and it is invisible. Most scientists believe that dark matter is made up of tiny, hard-to-detect particles called weakly interacting massive particles (WIMPs). Astronomers find that dark matter is six times more abundant than normal matter in the Universe. New studies are suggesting that dark matter and Artificial Intelligence has actually affected the evolution of life on Earth and can be a source of new Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD).
Showcasing the Impact of Machine Learning in Healthcare
Authors: Dubey Anubha
Published: January 2024

Machine learning makes the machines learn from provided data and with the help of its algorithms it predicts and analyzes the data. This makes the machines artificially intelligent. These techniques spread its wings in all the areas of healthcare whether it is the diagnosis, treatment etc. Here a brief overview of all the areas where machine learning / artificial intelligence techniques can be applied.
In silico Approach to Retrieval of Multi-Drug Resistance Genes of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Using Complete Genome Sequencing Technology
Authors: Micheal Adeoti O
Published: January 2024

This study retrieved antibiotics resistance genes (ARG) information on seventy NCBI retrieved complete genomes of M. tuberculosis and their corresponding accession numbers and locations were noted, and sorted and resolved as Perfect and Strict Resistance genes. The highest number of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complete genome sequences were retrieved from the America, Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Europe and with 38%, 29%, 23% 6% and 4% respectively. The prevalence of resistant genes were categorized appropriately into their respective RGIs: These genes are: mdsB, mdsA, AAC(6’)-Iaa, sdiA, TEM-1, adeK, adeI, ADC-6, abeS, OXA-67, tetW , FTU-1, BPU-1, ANT(4’)-Ib, smeD, tet(K), tetM, mecI, ANT(4’)-Ib, KpnE, SHV-1, Oqxa had 100% prevalence each in all the 70 complete genome sequences retrieved, while golS and mecR1 had 50% prevalence. Others were: efpA, mtrA, mfpA, AAC (2’)-Ic, LmrS, ErmA with 33.3% prevalence. Both norA and FosB had 25% while arlS, mepR, mgrA had the prevalence of 16.7%, 14.28%, and 9.1% respectively. The prevalence of genes categorized under the strict category were: APH(6)-Id, APH(3’’)-Ib, sul2, tet(B), ANT(3’’)-Iic, adeJ, adeL, AmvA, adeN, adeR, AbaF, KpnH, gyrB, bacA, vanI, farB, mecR1, tet(45) ,cat86, rpsL, pncA, soxR, patB, oqxA, cmH-1, FosA2, ramA, parC, KpnG, OmpK37, FosA6, smeR, iri with 100% each. Similarly, mdfA, AbaQ, gyrA, thyA, kasA, AAC(6’)-Iy, emrB, Bla2, Bla1, mphL, arlR, blaZ, RbpA, mepR, marR 50% each. Other genes folC, acrB, acrA, kdpE, KpnF, MdtK, folP, adeF. EF-Tu, RbpA, rpoB, katG, sdiA, GlpT, uhpT 33.33% each. Five genes were 25% while two were in 20% each.
Perfect and Imperfect Microsatellite Markers in Determination of Genetic Status of Greater Adjutant Stork (Leptoptilos dubius Gmelin)
Authors: Sharma DK
Published: January 2024

The Greater Adjutant Stork (Leptoptilos dubius), the most endangered stork (IUCN Red List criteria under A2bcd+3bcd+4bcd; C2a) losing its number by population has been confined in a small village named Dadra- Pacharia- Singimari in the district of Kamrup, Assam, India. An attempt was made to study the status of genetic variability in Greater Adjutant Stork revealed that though the Greater Adjutant Stork population is highly threatened, yet the group has been appeared as genetically stable as recorded from that of the observed heterozygosity. Therefore, it is of importance to study the distribution enrichment and polymorphism of microsatellites in the genome of the Greater Adjutant Stork. Five microsatellite markers of cross speciesspecific markers were deployed in this study. All the five microsatellite markers were recorded to be polymorphic with the number of alleles varying between 2 to 9 across all loci used. The locus Ah341 was observed to have 2 alleles whilst the locus Cc07 was with 9 alleles. The heterozygosity of L. dubius was observed to be high for the microsatellite markers used, with mean observed heterozygosity (Ho ) of 0.752±0.09 and mean expected heterozygosity (He ) was with 0.677±0.06. The overall mean expected heterozygosity was found to be marginally higher than the observed heterozygosity. The polymorphic interaction count (PIC) was calculated at 0.569±0.03. Iteration value in the consensus sequence recorded for dinucleotide (TG) was dominating at 20 followed by mononucleotide (A) at 12, while the percent (%) of Imperfect iteration stood at the highest of 14.8%. Thus, the result of this investigation has extended a clear genetic polymorphism in favour of the Greater Adjutant stork, perhaps yet to face any genetic threat.
Varstation: a Complete and Efficient Tool to Support NGS Data Analysis
Authors: Cervato Murilo C
Published: January 2024

Varstation is a cloud-based NGS data processor and analyzer for human genetic variation. This resource provides a customizable, centralized, safe, and clinically validated environment aiming to improve and optimize the flow of NGS analyses and reports related with clinical and research genetics.
Carbon Code for Analysis of Protein Stability in Protein Mutation
Authors: Ekambaram Rajasekaran
Published: January 2024

Carbon mode analysis can be of great use in determining protein stability in the vicinity of protein mutation where carbons alone determine to be involved in mutational part. Varying parameter of interest are determined from this variable analysis where and all code of carbon force determine the mutational one. Varying values of parameter in crucial in determining the fact of carbon mode analysis in mutational one where and all value varies significantly with variable value of carbon mode analysis where values actual in determined parameter alone. Very few instances of parameter changes where variation can included in the calculation. Varying parameter is determined to be of useful in denaturation and all. Very well accord with verifiable value of experimental one reported in the literature. Values are accurate in determining variable value of mutation in protein site of interest where stability is factor of interest in determination. Very well accord with experimental values reported by various method and analysis. Good in terms of carbon mode analysis in determining mutational part for stability and all. One would go for futuristic applications involving carbon mode analysis in determining mutational one leading to vaccine one and stability one
Study on RDF-5 Production from Oil Sludge and Municipal Solid Wastes
Authors: Lung Kuo Shu
Published: January 2024

This study mainly used waste oil sludge with different agricultural wastes to conduct experiments. Suitable raw materials were selected to create refuse derived fuel-5 (RDF-5) for a blending and testing analysis to explore the optimal proportions. Different hardeners were added to reduce the processing costs, improve the RDF grain quality, and attain homogeneous fuel. The results revealed that when the oil sludge quantity was too much to be adsorbed by the mushroom grow bag, it could not be granulated. When the proportion of added oil sludge was fixed, adding a higher proportion of polyethylene (PE) increased the particle granulation ratio and completeness. In addition, the particle hardness could be enhanced. If the proportion of added PE was overly high, the material easily aggregated at the melting point (120–130°C), which often caused clogging of the granulation machine dies, thereby overheating and stopping the machine. Results of the calorific value analysis revealed that the calorific values of RDFs of Groups A and B were between 5,214 cal/g and 7,891 cal/g. The calorific values were comparable to that of commonly used solid fuels, indicating that the proposed RDF could be used as an excellent substitute. RDF could be used alone for boilers as the main fuel or used in mixture with other fuels. So far, biomass energy development includes options more than biodiesel and bioalcohol. Considering technological thresholds, market size, and completeness of the upstream and downstream supply chain, this study argued that RDF-5 has many advantages as an energy option and is worthy of biomass energy practitioners’ consideration
Geospatial Analysis of Diabetes Patients’ Distribution within an Urbanized Environment of Ile-Ife, Southwestern, Nigeria
Authors: J Okebugwu
Published: January 2024

Diabetes Mellitus is a lingering metabolic disease considered as a germane public health issue in Nigeria. The study identified socio-demographic features of diabetes prevalence and their spatial distribution patterns aimed at devising future prevention against diabetic risks in the study area. This study considered GIS application in the spatial assessment of diabetes prevalence in Ile-Ife, Nigeria. One hundred and eighty-three copies of questionnaire were administered to obtained information on patients’ socio-demographic data and healthcare facilities accessibility; respondents’ outcomes were subjected to descriptive and chi-square test at significance p<0.05. The findings of the socio-demographic characteristics of diabetes patients revealed a significant difference in ethnicity (X2=17.468), education (X2=33.790) across the wards in each LGA; patients above 40years accounted for 72.4% and 71.8% cases in the study area. Findings shown the ratio of Female to Male were 65.5% to 34.5% of diabetes prevalence; accessibility buffer map shows that patient come from afar (30km) for treatment whereas facilities are more accessible to patients’ with 5km zone. Results revealed that Sabo/Ilare (29.31%) and Okerewe 1 (34.4%) accounted for extreme patient’s concentration Ife Central and Ife East respectively. The prevalence of diabetes is relatively high in Ile-Ife Metropolis considering the variation of cases in the wards examined. Accessibility to healthcare facilities by some patients is cumbersome as medical facilities are unavailable in rural area of the study. A record of diabetes prevalence has necessitated the need for improved health services in the study area and intensifies awareness programmers as future control measures of diabetes disease.
A Critical Review on Bandhyatva (Anovulation)
Authors: R Purohit
Published: January 2024

Infertility is defined as the failure to conceive after one year of regular intercourse without the use of contraceptive. The difficulty to conceive or subfertility constitutes a major social and psychological burden amongst couples. Premature ovarian insufficiency, polycystic ovarian syndrome, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and endometrial polyps are all potential causes of female infertility, with ovulatory issues being the most common ones. Various factors including genetic disorders, advancing age, poor nutrition, environmental pollution, and increased stress in daily life, may all contribute to female infertility. Infertility is described as Bandhyatva in Ayurvedic literature. In Contemporary Science, treatment options mostly involve the use of hormone medications or injections, as well as Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART). Ayurvedic treatment, on the other hand, comprises Nidana Parivarjana (removal of the cause), dietary control, Samshamana (pacificatory therapy), and Samshodhana (purification and cleansing). The aim of this study is to understand Bandhyatva along with Anovulation with Ayurveda and Modern Perspective.
In vitro Anti-Inflammatory Egg Albumin Denaturation Assay: An Enhanced Approach
Authors: HDT Madhuranga
Published: January 2024

As a physical reaction to injury, infection, or destruction, inflammation is characterized by heat, redness, discomfort, swelling, and abnormal physiological processes. The inflammatory process is a complicated series of relationships among soluble substances and cellular elements that frequently include connective tissue damage. An uncontrolled inflammatory response is the primary cause of a wide range of disorders, including allergies, cardiovascular dysfunctions, metabolic syndrome, cancer, and autoimmune diseases, placing a significant financial burden on individuals and, in turn, on society. Steroids, nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drugs, and immunosuppressants are some examples of common medications for controlling and suppressing inflammatory crises; but they have several side effects, particularly stomach irritation that can cause gastric ulcers. Using natural goods has had a significant positive impact on the development of modern medicine. On such background, plants have historically been an excellent source of medication, and there are several records on the use of herbs in traditional medicine to treat a variety of inflammatory illnesses. However, there has been no scientific attempt to verify these spontaneous uses reported in the literature. Therefore, to conduct more studies and gather more data, scientists need to develop low-cost, straightforward in vitro methodologies to assess the efficacy of natural anti-inflammatory compounds. With this context in mind, this methodology focuses on in vitro anti-inflammatory methodology that can be used to evaluate natural anti-inflammatory substances. They are cost-effective, easy to operate, and dependable with minor alterations.
Siva Sakthi Breathing Techniques Practice for Global Peace
Authors: SAMR Kalingarayar
Published: January 2024

International peace, friendship and cooperation are essential and inevitable for a happy living. Only this can maintain both mental and physical pleasure and bliss. Each individual has to be peaceful to maintain global peace. By seriously analyzing these drawbacks and shortcomings the ancient Lemurrian continent Seers formulated and introduced simple and easily performable yogic methods. The author’s prime ambition, vision and mission are international peace and hygiene. Hence he proposes six different types of yogic practices.
Kharaliya Rassayana: Checking the Possibilities of a Short Cut for Large Scale Production
Authors: MK Joban
Published: January 2024

Processing time of Ayurveda medicines is a big challenge. Many of Kharaliya Rasayana take days for the process. How to shorten the processing time is big challenge for the industry. An attempt was made to prepare Kharaliya Rasayana Named Gandhakadi Yoga by a new method without violating the basic principles. In one batch Gandhakadi yoga was prepared by following classical method of Kharaliya Rasayana e.g. by adding Bhavana Drava into Gandhaka one by one until it gets dry, total 3 batches were prepared by this method. It took approximately 67 to 125 days depending upon the season. Another batch was prepared with modification. Rasakriya of all Bhavana Drava was prepared, additional watery portion was evaporated. Total Solid contents of all the Bhavana Drava (in the form of Rasakriya) were triturated with Gandhaka. The entire process of this method was completed in 10 days. Samples were analyzed physico chemically. Study revealed that there was no major change in the selected parameters whether it is prepared in 10 days or 70 days. This modified method might be useful for bulk production, as it takes less time in the trituration process when Ghana (Rasakriya) of all Bhavana Drava is added at the same time.
Effective Learning Strategies in The Emergency Department for Medical Students
Authors: Albar Imamul Aziz , Findyartini Ardi
Published: January 2024

Clinical learning in the emergency department is one of the rotations carried out by medical students in the medical education program. Learning in the emergency department can help students fulfill their competence in emergency clinical skill, such as basic life support, management of acutely ill patients and some other competencies. However, the emergency department has some limitations, such as the variety of professionals and students serving the patients, various diseases with varying levels of severity, as well as the unpredictable condition and number of patients. Those reasons make it difficult for students to study and practice emergency medicine well. Therefore, clinical educators’ awareness of the conditions in the emergency department and the application of appropriate learning models will enable students to get the best learning experience in the emergency department.
CHARACTERISTICS AND SIGNIFICANCE OF THE WORK OF RUSSIAN ARCHITECTS IN THE CITY OF NIKŠIĆ IN MONTENEGRO, THE END OF THE 19th AND THE FIRST HALF OF THE 20th CENTURY
Authors:   University of Montenegro, Bojković Vladimir
Published: January 2024

Introduction: During its long and dramatic history, Montenegro has had close political, economic, and cultural ties with Russia. However, in the context of architecture, the connections between these two countries are the least known and explored. Purpose of the study: The present study aims to present for the first time some of the most significant achievements made by Russian architects in the city of Nikšić in Montenegro in the period between the end of the 19th and the first half of the 20th century to a wider professional audience. We present two cases: the project of the Cathedral Church of Saint Basil of Ostrog, which was designed by the architect Mikhail Timofeevich Preobrazhensky, and the project of the Upper Ostrog Monastery, the most significant achievement of the architect Vladimir N. Sukurenko. Methods: The methodological approach required classification and comparison of archival materials through the processes of synthesis, analysis, and deduction. Based on the guidelines of the Law on the Protection of Cultural Property of Montenegro, we formed criteria that were used to evaluate the work of the aforementioned architects. The criteria are sorted into three groups. The first group involves building characteristics, where we evaluate authenticity and integrity, degree of preservation, uniqueness, and rarity. In the second group, covering the significance of the building, we assess the historical and scientific significance, archaeological significance, architectural and artistic significance, and technical significance. Finally, in the third group of criteria, we study the age of the buildings, social and economic importance, environmental and landscape importance. Results: Based on our criteria, we find that the Cathedral Church of Saint Basil of Ostrog is a symbol and the most important spatial element of the identity of the city of Nikšić, while the Upper Ostrog Monastery, one of the most important sanctuaries in orthodox Christianity, represents the pinnacle of the construction and architectural process.
ADOBE BRICKS TO HOLLOW SANDCRETE BLOCK WALLING IN TROPICAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: MATERIAL IMPACT ON SUSTAINABLE INDOOR THERMAL COMFORT ATTAINMENT
Authors:   Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Olaniyan Sule Adeniyi
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Tropical climate is characterized by high temperature, the consequence of which induces indoor thermal discomfort. This is attributed to high solar gains through various elements of the building envelope, including windows, walls, and roof among others. However, in an attempt to optimize indoor thermal comfort with minimal or no recourse to mechanical installations, this study explores the roles of the walling fabrics by comparing varying thermo-physical properties of two identified masonry units in the study area of Ogbomoso, Nigeria (adobe bricks and hollow sandcrete blocks), with a view to identifying a more thermally comfortable and sustainable material option. The methodology involves virtual models of two similar residential buildings each composed of either adobe bricks or sandcrete blocks, as masonry units. These models were subjected to energy performance simulation analyses using DesignBuilder software, over a 12‑month cycle period, to experience year-round differential thermal conditions. Through the observed comparative annual heat loads as experienced in the models, the results show improved indoor thermal comfort in the brick building (i.e., 7119.54 KWh), with heat loads being 11% lower than that of the sandcrete building (i.e., 8875.65 KWh) due to the brick walling fabric. This may be associated with the brick’s lower thermal conductivity (U-Value) of 1.798 W/m2-K, compared with the sandcrete blocks’ value of 1.999 W/m2-K. Results: In general, adobe bricks as a walling unit exhibit more thermal resistance against the harsh outdoor weather conditions than sandcrete blocks. The study is part of an ongoing effort towards reviving this partially neglected low impact material — adobe brick — with a view to attaining sustainable indoor thermal comfort as well as protect the environment in the study area.
Some thoughts on free will and virtues in premodern literature
Authors: Stjepović Stijepo
Published: January 2024

The question of free will is one of the central questions of the humankind. In what measure are humans capable of deciding by themselves and in what measure are they determined by the circumstances that surround them? Are the humans indeed free to decide on their own or are they forced to decide because of what they are, because of their character, or if we go even further, is their character really their own or is it a combination of factors that formed them. These questions are not only philosophical but also philological, literal and religious questions that are often interrelated and interdisciplinary. The article will use some examples from Spanish and Croatian literature, especially taking to account the epics and religious themes. The result of this article is the proposal to establish a moral equilibrium through scholastic thought and epic literature but also to synthetize the baroque struggle between the free will and predestination.
Technická kompetencia vo výučbe prekladateľov: východiská, súčasný stav a možnosti vývoja
Authors: Tonková Lucia
Published: January 2024

This article deals with technical competence in translator training. It first focuses on the development of thinking about this competence in Slovakia, mentioning translation studies scholars who asked themselves what knowledge and skills a good translator should possess. It also briefly describes how technical competence is defined by the international competence framework European Master’s in Translation. The next practical part of the article contains a comparative analysis of some of the existing Slovak research focused (not only) on the technical competence of Slovak translators. In the last part of the article, we present our attempt to propose a model of teaching translation with a focus on acquiring technical competence. In doing so, we draw on the aforementioned research on the Slovak translation market, on students’ requirements, the integrated model of teaching professional translation (Kraviarová, 2014; Angelovičová – Bachledová, 2021), Lisá and Newman’s model of competences (2020) and on technical competences as defined by EMT (2022). This article's main aim is to propose a model that reflects the current market needs, students’ demands and rapid technological development.
Migration Legislation of the Korean Kingdom and Its Application to Settlers in the South Ussuri Krai (Second Half of the XIX Century)
Authors:   Far Eastern Law Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Anisimov Alexander L. , Zinjatova Marina N. ,   Far Eastern Law Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia
Published: January 2024

The article examines a little-studied aspect of the migration policy of the Korean kingdom in the XIX century, i.e. the use of the articles of the Statute of 1784 in relation to the citizens who moved to the South Ussuri Krai. The transfer of Korean subjects to the borders of the Russian Empire was qualified as a grave crime. But the pun-ishments were different, depending on the purpose of crossing the border: corporal punishment, exile, death penalty by beheading. Koreans who left Korea were not allowed to return to their homeland on pain of death. The frontier authorities took all possible measures to prevent the resettlement of Korean subjects in the South Ussuri Krai. In the last third of the XIX century, the authorities practically refused to use in their practice the arti-cles of the 1784 Statute, stopped applying harsh punishments for unauthorized migration to Russia and switched to measures aimed at voluntary return of migrants to their homeland. For their part, the Russian au-thorities persistently urged the Korean authorities to soften the repressive migration legislation and implement a coordinated migration policy that would make it possible to legalize migration flows and regulate them. This was accomplished in the last third of the XIX century.
Organization and Activities of the Evacuation Hospital no. 1614 during the Great Patriotic War of 1941–1945
Authors:   Dagestan State University, Dalgat Fatima M.
Published: January 2024

In the article, based on archival records, memoirs and documents, periodical materials, as well as scientific literature, we tried to highlight the organization in the Dagestan ASSR of one of the largest evacuation hospitals of the People’s Commissariat of Health of the USSR No. 1614 during the Great Patriotic War, which received frontline status as the front line advanced to the borders of Dagestan in 1942 and the unfolding battle for The Caucasus. The selfless and heroic work of doctors and medical staff of the evacuation hospital to provide unin-terrupted qualified medical care to wounded soldiers and officers of the Soviet Army is characterized. The weighty assistance of the leadership of the DASSR, the Ministry of Health of the Republic in organizing the hospital, as well as the residents of Dagestan, who surrounded their defenders with attention and organized a patriotic initiative in the form of fundraising for the Republican Committee for Assistance to Wounded and Sick Soldiers, is considered.
Reforming the Law Enforcement System in the USSR under N.S. Khrushchev and Its Reflection by Soviet Intelligentsia in Film Art
Authors:   North-Western Institute of Management – Branch of the Russian Presidential Academy  of National Economy and Public Administration, Zernina Margarita B.
Published: January 2024

This article is devoted to the analysis of the results of reforming the system of law enforcement agencies of the USSR under N. S. Khrushchev, as well as to the understanding of their image by the Soviet intelligentsia in film art. The study expands our knowledge of how the key institutions of the Stalinist socio-political regime (security and law enforcement agencies, judicial and penitentiary systems, as well as the Armed Forces) were disman-tled and modernized in 1953–1964. and what kind of their image was constructed by the Soviet creative intelli-gentsia in cinema, which had a broad impact on the mass consciousness of Soviet people. The study is meth-odologically based on the provisions of institutional theory, the theory of bureaucracy, the theory of civil-military relations and the theory of the new class. The analysis carried out in the work allows us to conclude that the preservation of the system of party leadership of law enforcement agencies, mechanisms for the nomenklatura placement of management personnel and the command-administrative model of management determined the incomplete nature of the modernization of the system of ensuring national security and law enforcement under N. S. Khrushchev. The contradictory nature of Soviet security institutions, in which patriotism and decency coexisted with betrayal and lawlessness, is reflected in cinema.
Gender Identity and Gender Mentality: Theoretical Overview Analysis
Authors:   Tomsk State University of Architecture and Building, Galmagova Gezal M.
Published: January 2024

The aim of the paper is to identify the peculiarities of the content of definitions of the categories “gender identi-ty” and “gender mentality”. It is revealed that the first of them corresponds to a greater extent to the thematized socio-cultural reality. This concept is more developed in modern science, while the concept of “gender mentali-ty” is a relatively new and not yet sufficiently developed concept in scientific terms, therefore, in modern litera-ture one can rarely find studies that analyze this concept. The relevance of the study is determined by the need to take into account the differences in the depth of conceptualization of the terms “gender mentality” and “gen-der identity”. Currently, there is a transformation of gender mentality, which leads to an inversion of masculine and feminine strategies of human behavior. Gender identity depends on a person’s ability to understand him-self, realize his position in the sociocultural space and effectively adapt to society.
Architectonics of the Military-Political Security System of the European Union: Foundations and Implementation Strategies
Authors:   Lipetsk State Pedagogical University named after P.P. Semenov-Tyan-Shansky, Belyaev Dmitriy A. , Zadvornov Andrey N. ,   Branch of Kazan (Volga) Federal University in Naberezhnye Chelny, Naberezhnye Chelny
Published: January 2024

The article reveals the stages of the formation of the military-political contours of the collective security of the European Union (EU). The article analyzes the regulatory and legal foundations of the Common Security and Defense Policy as a course of action for the deployment of civil and military missions to preserve peace, pre-vent conflicts and ensure the stability of the peace system. It is pointed out that in the conditions of increasing international political instability, strengthening of external challenges and civilizational contradictions the revi-sion of the basic principles of European security is required. In order to improve its effectiveness, a set of measures is proposed, providing for the formation of the European Defense Union and its integration with NATO structural units on the basis of value priorities of the EU Global Strategy. It is concluded that in modern conditions the EU is on the threshold of large-scale modernization in the field of security, which will affect all members of the association. The intensification of the process is caused by the dynamics of international rela-tions.
Foreign Experience in Strategic Planning for the Development of Human Capital in Rural Areas
Authors:   Ufa University of Science and Technology (Birsk branch), Stovba Evgenii V. , Ivanov Sergei E. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University
Published: January 2024

The article updates the role and importance of human capital, considered as a driver of the socio-economic functioning of rural territorial entities. The necessity of using strategic planning methods in the formation and development of human capital of territorial entities is substantiated. The authors have highlighted modern trends in strategic planning for the development of human capital in rural areas and carried out a detailed con-tent analysis of foreign developments and models in this scientific field of research. It is summarized that in-creasing the level of use and development of human capital in rural territorial entities of Bashkortostan should be based on the use of strategic developments and modern technologies for long-term planning. Increasing the level of investment in human capital will contribute to economic growth, social well-being, and increased incomes of the rural population of Russian regions.
Investments in Human Potential and Human Capital as a Leading Factor of Economic Development
Authors:   Moscow City University, Salakhova Valentina B. ,   Centre for Security Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: January 2024

The relevance of the article is determined by the fact that human potential and human capital are the leading factors of socio-economic development of the state. On the one hand, the level of human capital and potential determine the productive force of the country’s economic growth, on the other hand, the human being is the main consumer of the results of this growth, the highest aim, and the main criterion of the quality of economic growth. The article presents the results of theoretical analysis of the categories of “human capital” and “human potential”. As a result of the analysis, it is determined that to date there is no unified methodology of categorical and conceptual apparatus of “human capital” and “human potential” in the aspect of increasing the efficiency of human resources utilization both for individual economic entities and for the state as a whole. It is established that human capital, based on economic theory, is a phenomenon that is already directly used in the production process, while human potential is a category that involves the potential acquisition of higher professional quali-fications (competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities of labor activity) by an employee. It has been proved that in order to develop the level of human potential and capital, individual business entities and the state as a whole, implement various investment programs that ensure the improvement of professional qualification of the country’s personnel. However, this investment is accompanied by a number of risks, and one of the main risks is the lack of scientifically-based criteria for assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of investment pro-grams. The article presents possible reasons for this problem and formulates proposals for its solution. The practical significance of the article lies in the fact that the obtained results of theoretical analysis and the identi-fied problems of investment can be used in the practice of public management and administration in the im-plementation of measures aimed at the development of human potential and human capital.
Relações entre cidadão e cidade
Authors: Calza Sabrina Pietra Schedler , Hardt Letícia Peret Antunes , Hardt Carlos
Published: January 2024

Partindo da assertiva de que muitos resultados de processos urbanísticos não são consentaneamente percebidos pelos cidadãos, o objetivo do trabalho consiste em analisar a produção científica recente sobre relações entre percepção e produtos físicos e abstratos daqueles fenômenos. Os procedimentos metodológicos adotados foram baseados em diagnóstico bibliométrico de artigos publicados em periódicos científicos de julho de 2015 a junho de 2020, com o recorte geográfico na América Latina, justificado pela maior aproximação com a realidade brasileira. Os resultados alcançados pela pesquisa são abordados em duas fases principais. A primeira – métricas encontradas – possibilita a classificação dos textos em três categorias analíticas, as quais são detalhadas na segunda – conteúdos tratados. Como resposta à questão investigativa, identifica-se maior incidência de preocupações sobre aspectos socioespaciais, seguidas por aquelas relacionadas a características socioambientais, sendo reduzidas as dirigidas a condições socioeconômicas. Por fim, conclui-se pelo ainda insuficiente aprofundamento do estado da arte da percepção de processos urbanísticos, notadamente daqueles derivados do planejamento e desenho de cidades, o que compromete a compreensão dos seus produtos tanto físicos, em termos de paisagem e morfologia urbana,quanto abstratos, vinculados à mobilidade e locomoção, conformando desafios para a melhoria da gestão de urbes contemporâneas.
HARMANLANMIŞ ÖĞRETİME YÖNELİK HAZIRBULUNUŞLUK ÖLÇEK UYARLAMASI: FEN BİLİMLERİ ÖĞRETMENLERİNİN HAZIRBULUNUŞLUK DÜZEYLERİ
Authors: YILMAZ Özkan , BULUT Taner
Published: January 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, harmanlanmış öğrenme ortamlarını oluşturan ve yöneten öğretmenlerin hazırbulunuşluk düzeylerini incelemek için bir anket uyarlamaktır. Araştırmada, Archibald, Graham ve Larsen (2021) tarafından hazırlanan "Blended Teaching Readiness Survey" anketi kullanılarak Fen Bilgisi Öğretmenlerinin çevrimiçi ve harmanlanmış öğrenme yetkinliklerini belirlemek amaçlanmıştır. Orijinal ankette hesaplanan Cronbach Alfa güvenirlik katsayısı α= 0.85 olarak bulunmuştur. Anket uyarlanma sürecinde, öncelikle yabancı dil alanında uzman ve yurtdışında deneyime sahip üç uzmandan görüş alınmıştır. Anket daha sonra Türkçe'ye çevrilmiş ve hem orijinal hem de Türkçe versiyonları, yabancı dil uzmanlarının yanı sıra Türk dili uzmanlarının görüşüne sunulmuştur. Uzmanlardan gelen geri bildirimlere göre düzenlemeler yapılmış ve son halini verilmiştir. Anket bu haliyle, 260 Fen Bilgisi Öğretmenine uygulanmıştır. Anketin faktör analizi sonucunda, dört bileşenli bir yapı olduğu belirlenmiştir. Dört bileşen ve güvenirlik katsayıları şu şekildedir: (1) Çevrimiçi entegrasyon α= 0,95, (2) Öğretimin kişiselleştirilmesi α= 0,94, (3) Eğilimler α= 0,91, (4) Çevrimiçi etkileşim α= 0,93. Toplamda 43 madde içeren anketin genel güvenirlik katsayısı α= 0,98 olarak hesaplanmıştır. Orijinal anket beş faktörden oluşurken, uyarlanan anket dört faktörlü bir yapıya sahiptir. Uyarlanmış anket, Fen Bilimleri öğretmenlerinin harmanlanmış öğrenmeye yönelik hazırbulunuşluk düzeylerini ölçebilecek yüksek güvenirlik değerine sahip bir yapıya sahiptir. Güvenirlik ve geçerlik çalışmaları tamamlanan bu anket ile Fen Bilimleri öğretmenlerinin hazırbulunuşluk düzeyleri çeşitli değişkenler açısından incelenmiş, sonuçlar ve öneriler sunulmuştur.
Comparative study of ultrasonography and arteriography of the carotid artery of xylazine-sedated and halothane-anesthetized goats
Authors: Lee Shei-Wen , Hankes Gerald H. , Purohit Ram C. , Bartels Jan E. , Cartee Robert E. , Pablo Luisito , Conti James C.
Published: January 2024

The carotid artery of clinically normal goats was examined, using duplex ultrasonography and arteriography. The diameter of the carotid artery was measured by use of two-dimensional ultrasonography and Doppler ultrasonography, respectively, before and after xylazine administration. The diameter of the artery was also measured by use of an arteriography technique in halothaneanesthetized goats. There was no significant difference between the mean diameter of the carotid artery measured by ultrasonography in conscious nonsedated goats and that determined by arteriography in goats under halothane anesthesia. On the other hand, ultrasonography of xylazine-sedated goats revealed an increase of carotid artery diameter of 20 to 30%. There was no change in the velocity of blood flow after xylazine administration.
Effects of age and prosthesis material on in vitro cartilage retention of laryngoplasty prostheses in horses
Authors: Dean Paul W. , Nelson James K. , Schumacher James
Published: January 2024

Cartilage retention strengths of laryngoplasty prostheses were compared in larynges of 2-, 3-, and 4-year-old horses, using doubled polyester and expanded polytetrafiuoroethylene prostheses. Bilateral laryngoplasties were performed on each of 15 (seven 2-year-old, two 3-year-old, and six 4-year-old) larynges, which were collected at an abbatoir. Prostheses were secured to a mechanical testing machine, and tension causing arytenoid cartilage abduction was applied, until total failure of the cartilage or prosthesis resulted. Tension caused cricoid cartilage failure in 1 specimen, and muscular process cartilage failure in the remainder. There was no significant effect of age, prosthetic material, or side of prosthesis placement on cartilage retention of the prostheses. Additionally, frequency of multiple load-displacement peaks, indicating partial muscular process failure, was not affected by age or prosthetic material variables.
Population biology of pseudorabies in swine
Authors: Smith Gary , Grenfell Bryan T.
Published: January 2024

A deterministic mathematical model of the population biology of pseudorabies in swine was used to clarify some of the basic features of the host-virus relationship and to inquire into the circumstances that promote or impede virus persistence in a single herd. When the basic reproductive rate of the infection (ie, the number of secondary infections resulting from the introduction of a single infective animal into a wholly susceptible herd) is greater than unity, the model suggests that the number of infective individuals in the herd will undergo highly damped oscillations to a final equilibrium level. The most important determinants of virus persistence are herd size and the density at which sows are maintained. There is a threshold density of susceptible individuals below which the virus will eventually be eliminated from the herd, even when specific control measures are lacking. Test and removal strategies hasten virus elimination when herd density is already below threshold, but are otherwise likely to succeed only when the removal of latent infections reduces the basic reproductive rate of the infection below unity. Vaccination strategies may also result in virus elimination, but only in relatively small herds.
DNA fingerprinting for differentiation of field isolates from reference vaccine strains of Pasteurella multocida in turkeys
Authors: Kim C. J. , Nagaraja K. V.
Published: January 2024

The genomes from field isolates of Pasteurella multocida in turkeys and those of P multocida reference CU and M9 vaccine strains were analyzed and compared after cleavage with restriction endonucleases. The electrophoretic profiles obtained with DNA fragments from field isolates and vaccine strains of the same serotype were characteristic and reproducible. These features indicated the existence of differences among the isolates of the same serotype that cannot currently be detected, using available serotyping methods. However, several field isolates had electrophoretic profiles similar to those of either CU or M9 vaccine strain. It was concluded that restriction endonuclease analysis of DNA genomes from P multocida isolated from turkeys provides the information for differentiation of field isolates from vaccine strains of the same serotype.
Influence of parental serum immunoglobulins on morbidity and mortality of Beagles and their offspring
Authors: Shofer Frances S. , Glickman Lawrence T. , Payton Alice J. , Laster Larry L. , Felsburg Peter J.
Published: January 2024

Serum IgA, IgG, and IgM concentrations were determined for Beagle sires and dams of 717 matings to assess the relationship of parental immunoglobulins with the morbidity and mortality of their pups. A significant relationship was not found between parental immunoglobulins and pup mortality. Pups born to dams with low serum IgA (P < 0.001) and IgM (P < 0.02) concentrations, however, were found to have an increased incidence of sneezing, coughing, nasal discharge, and conjunctivitis. Thirty-eight percent of pups born to dams with IgA ≤ 40 mg/dl developed these same conditions during the first 18 weeks of life, compared with 32% of pups of dams with IgA of 41 to 65 mg/dl and 27% of pups of dams with IgA > 65 mg/dl. Similarly, 41% of pups born to dams with low IgM (≤ 135 mg/dl) developed abnormal respiratory tract signs, compared with 34% and 30% of pups born to dams with medium (136 to 175 mg/dl) and high (> 175 mg/dl) IgM, respectively. Serum IgA concentrations of the sires were also associated with abnormal respiratory tract signs in pups, but this influence was evident only at 10 to 18 weeks of age.

To determine biologic variability of serum IgA, 60 Beagle dams were selected from 3 serum IgA categories, low (10 to 21 mg/dl), medium (60 to 80 mg/dl), and high (125 to 210 mg/dl). A second serum IgA was determined from a sample taken 2 years later. The intraclass correlation coefficient (rI) indicated considerable biologic variability in all 3 groups: rI = −0.24, rI = 0.09, and rI = 0.46, for low, medium, and high IgA categories, respectively. In contrast, minimal variability was noticed between observers (rI = 0.98) and in the radial immunodiffusion test itself (rI = 0.96).
Quantitative hepatobiliary scintigraphy as a measure of bile flow in dogs with cholestatic disease
Authors: Rothuizen Jan , van den Brom Walter E.
Published: January 2024

In 25 dogs with spontaneous cholestatic disease, the hepatobiliary dynamics were evaluated by use of scintigraphy and a 99mTc-labeled iminodiacetate (ida) derivative. Hyperbilirubinemia existed in all dogs, with serum total bilirubin concentration ranging from 6 to 262 (μmol/L. An appropriate compartmental model was used to characterize the liver time-activity curves. Model-dependent variables for hepatic uptake and biliary excretion of radiolabeled IDA were found to reliably represent the underlying physiologic processes. Measurements directly derived from the liver time-activity curves of IDA, representing the moments of accumulation of 50 and 95% of the maximal hepatic activity did not accurately represent the hepatic uptake by being significantly influenced by biliary excretion and by competition of renal excretion. The time-interval between 95% and 50% of the maximal activity in the excretory phase proved to be a quantitative characteristic of bile flow in all instances. Compartmental analysis of 99mTc-ida excretory scintigraphy characterized bile flow quantitatively in clinically normal dogs and in dogs with cholestasis. The method permitted the clinical evaluation of cholestasis based on quantitative, instead of the usual qualitative, and on functional, instead of phenomenologic, criteria.