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Rules for Divisibility of Number 7: A New Approach
Authors:   Mathematics/Statistics Department, Akanu-Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, P.M.B. 1007, Unwana, Nigeria, Isienyi U. S.
Published: April 2024

Rules for divisibility of number 7 has been conspicuously ignored in General Mathematics Book II because the authors then had no clue. However, in an attempt to simplify some of these unaddressed issues while delivering lectures, one is compelled to make further discoveries as to expose our students to some of these simple but difficult areas of study. This paper presents rules for the divisibility of number 7 as well as associated mathematical problems.
Unveiling the Untold: A Retelling of Sita in Modern Literature with a Special Focus on Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s Feminist Rendition in The Forest of Enchantments
Authors: Reshu Shukla
Published: April 2024

Within the context of the world's mythical heritage, Indian history is a priceless find, with a rich legacy marked by the potent influence of revered goddesses and mythological women. Indian tradition has elevated its women in classical and sacred history more than any other civilization, thus enhancing the appreciation of Indian culture across the world.  Indian mythology's outstanding female figures have made a lasting impression by standing for courage, tenacity, and profound understanding. These extraordinary women have stood the test of time and become symbols of female empowerment, and future generations are motivated by their incredible tales. Their traditional pursuits, which are deeply rooted in a sense of obligation, morality, and altruism, show a rich cultural tapestry of generosity. The most highly venerated character in Hindu mythology, Sita is the main character in the epic Ramayana. Her remarkable degree of dedication is demonstrated by her everlasting devotion to Lord Rama during the exile, as well as by her remarkable resilience and diligent work throughout her days in Ashok Vatika. From Sita's perspective, the story of The Forest of Enchantments is told. She communicates her happiness and sadness as a human. Nature plays an important role in Sita's journey. Both the natural environment and herself are healable.  The work presents a harmonious portrayal of the symbiotic interaction between nature and the obstacles encountered by women. The story depicts Sita's life in Mithila, her love for Ram, their marriage, her life in the Ayodhya palace, her days in exile, her feelings and yearning for motherhood, her agony during her days in captivity, and, in the end, her sadness.
TỔNG HỢP VẬT LIỆU Ag/ZnO/g-C3N4 BẰNG PHƯƠNG PHÁP NUNG ĐƠN GIẢN ĐỂ LOẠI BỎ KHÁNG SINH TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE TRONG MÔI TRƯỜNG NƯỚC
Authors: Vũ Anh Tuấn  , Phạm Quang Minh  , Nguyễn Thị Tú Anh  , Đào Thị Cẩm Vi  , Nguyễn Thị Bích Hằng  , Nguyễn Thu Hương
Published: April 2024

Trong nghiên cứu này, vật liệu Ag/ZnO/g-C3N4 được điều chế bằng phương pháp nung đơn giản. Hoạt tính xúc tác quang của các mẫu vật liệu tổng hợp được đánh giá bằng cách phân hủy tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) trong dung dịch nước. Đặc tính của các mẫu vật liệu được phân tích bằng máy đo tia cực tím nhìn thấy phản xạ khuếch tán (DR/UV-Vis), nhiễu xạ tia X (XRD), kính hiển vi điện tử quét (SEM), kính hiển vi điện tử truyền qua (TEM), phân tán năng lượng (EDS) và kỹ thuật quang phổ hồng ngoại biến đổi Fourier (FT-IR). Vật liệu Ag/ZnO/g-C3N4 có năng lượng vùng cấm là 3,17 eV, thấp hơn vật liệu nano ZnO. Vật liệu Ag/ZnO/g-C3N4 gồm các hạt hình cầu có kích thước đồng đều (20-30 nm) xếp chồng lên nhau và có hiệu suất quang xúc tác cao hơn ZnO, g-C3N4 và ZnO/g-C3N4. Hiệu suất phân hủy TCH đạt được ở mức 92,69 % với hằng số tốc độ là 0,022 phút-1
Del significado de la evaluación a la evaluación significativa
Authors: Ventura Álvarez Fernando
Published: April 2024

La evaluación es un proceso sumamente complejo e interesante. Es necesario conocer su desarrollo e identificar los instrumentos dentro del proceso evaluativo pues forma parte de la enseñanza y aprendizaje de los docentes en formación. Reflexionar sobre los tipos, las fases, los instrumentos y los agentes de la evaluación permite identificar los aciertos y dificultades que tienen los profesionales al momento de realizar este proceso. La jornada de práctica permite a los docentes en formación poner a prueba las habilidades y conocimientos adquiridos en su desarrollo formativo. El análisis de estas prácticas permite un espacio de transformación del aprendizaje para los docentes. Durante este análisis, la evaluación es reconocida como un elemento determinante en el proceso didáctico. Esta investigación generó espacios de análisis a partir de la intervención de procesos de evaluación a alumnos de nivel primaria.
Candida-Associated Renal Papillary Necrosis Following Severe COVID-19 Infection
Authors: Ravi Ranjani , Reghukumar Aravind , A Vimala , Nair Sreeja S , N Jinsi , S Indu
Published: April 2024

Candida-associated renal papillary necrosis is rare. The few cases described previously were secondary to candidemia, especially in immunocompromised hosts. We describe two patients who presented with hydroureteronephrosis and were diagnosed with candida-associated renal papillary necrosis. Both patients had a history of severe COVID-19 infection within the past year and had been treated with immunosuppressants. Both patients underwent double J stenting and anti-fungal treatment with fluconazole. One patient recovered completely, while the other patient who had chronic kidney disease stage 4 at diagnosis progressed to dialysis-dependent renal failure later following an episode of bacterial sepsis. The incidence of candida-associated renal papillary necrosis may reflect the immunomodulatory effects of COVID-19, immunosuppressants, or a combination of both.
Bibliometric Analysis of Trends and Themes in Human Resource Management Research: A Focus on Indonesian Scholarly Contributions
Authors: Sihite Mislan , Ilham Rachmad , Purwoko Bambang , AJi Lexi Jalu
Published: April 2024

This bibliometric analysis explores trends and themes in Human Resource Management (HRM) research, focusing specifically on contributions from Indonesian scholars. Through systematic data collection and analysis utilizing electronic databases and specialized software, prevalent topics, research methodologies, and publication trends within Indonesian HRM research were identified. The analysis revealed key clusters of research, including electronic human resource management practices, green HRM, strategic management, and innovation. Additionally, less densely covered research areas were highlighted, indicating potential avenues for further exploration. The findings offer valuable insights for academia, industry, and policymakers, facilitating informed decision-making and promoting the advancement of HRM practices in Indonesia.
Kompensasi terhadap Kinerja Pegawai dengan Motivasi Kerja sebagai Variabel Intervening
Authors: Apandi Aziz , Surajiyo Surajiyo , Nasruddin Nasruddin , Raberta Yulpa
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan menguji untuk kompensasi terhadap kinerja pegawai, motivasi kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai. Motivasi terhadap kinerja pegawai, dan kompensasi terhadap motivasi. Serta kompensasi terhadap kinerja pegawai melalui motivasi sebagai mediasi. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Dinas Pendidikan Musi Rawas dengan jumlah populasi 59 orang. Metode penelitian ini memanfaatkan penelitian kuantitatif dengan memakai korelasi kausal serta jenis data primer. Teknik pemungutan data menggunakan melakukan wawancara dan observasi dengan media kuisioner. Metode analisis memakai Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) menggunakan SMART-PLS (Partial Least Square) 3.0. Akibat penelitian memberikan konstruk eksogen kompensasi memiliki dampak positif dengan konstruk kinerja pegawai. Nilai t-statistik sebesar 3,769 lebih besar dari 1.96. serta pada konstruk motivasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan (O=0.307) dengan konstruk kinerja pegawai. Nilai t-statistik ini sebesar 2.036 lebih besar dari 1.96. untuk kompensasi berpengaruh positif dengan konstruk motivasi kerja. Nilai t-statistik pada hubungan konstruk ini sebesar 10,759 lebih besar dari 1.96, dan nilai p value sebesar 0.000 lebih kecil dari 0.05. di nilai indirect effect untuk pengaruh kompensasi terhadap kinerja pegawai melalui motivasi kerja, nilai t-statistik 2,017 lebih besar dari 1,96 (t-tabel). Dengan Nilai signifikansi 0,044. Serta hasil Uji Goodness of Fit (GOF) diperoleh nilai 1.
Efektivitas Pelaksanaan Pemungutan Pajak Kendaraan Bermotor di Kantor Bersama SAMSAT Sibolga
Authors: Arifianti Sari Maharani , Imsar Imsar
Published: April 2024

In general, this study aims to find out the effectiveness of motor vehicle tax collection in offices with Sibolga samsat. This study uses quantitative descriptive research, which is to find out the value of independent variables, either one or more variables (independent) without making comparisons, or connecting with other variables. As far as data collection techniques are concerned are documentation, interviews and observations. The results of the research showed the effectiveness of motor vehicle tax collection in the Joint Office of Samsat Sibolga has been effective in the collection of motor vehicles tax. Although, there are still many obstacles facing the lack of public awareness to pay taxes on time, which leads to a lot of taxpayers waiting. However, in the process of tax payment procedures is good because it does not take a long time in the management of motor vehicle tax payment.
Peran dan Kontribusi Pajak Reklame terhadap Pendapatan Asli Daerah Kabupaten Asahan
Authors: Dewi Lubis Putri Kemala , Suhendra Suhendra , Manik Elisabeth Fitryany , Zabar Muhamad Abdul
Published: April 2024

Advertisement tax makes a significant contribution to increasing Asahan Regency's original regional income. Therefore, this research aims to discuss in depth the role of advertising tax on Original Regional Income in Asahan Regency and identify its potential impact on development and progress of the local area. The method used in this research uses quantitative descriptive research methods. The type of data used in this research is secondary data originating from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) in the period 2016 to 2020 regarding the realization of regional tax revenues and the realization of Regional Original Income (PAD) revenues in Asahan Regency. The results of data analysis show that the role and contribution of advertising tax is very lacking in Asahan Regency's Original Regional Income (PAD). It can be seen from the contribution figures, namely in 2016 it was 2.06%, in 2017 it was 1.86%, in 2018 it increased by 2.30%, in 2019 it was 1.81%, and in 2020 it was 0.30%.
Pengaruh Media Pembelajaran Online terhadap Minat Belajar Mahasiswa dikelas B Pendidikan Ekonomi di Unimed
Authors: Meiriza Mica Siar , Sidebang Tamaria Br , Ginting Renata Olivia , Kaban Novita Sari Br , Situmorang Eva Juli Yanti
Published: April 2024

This journal reviews the influence of online learning media on the learning interest of class B students in Unimed Econonics Education. In this research, data collection methods were used using questionnaires. The questionnaire was distributed to 30 sources appointed by the author. From students who are currently carrying out the online learning process and student responses to several questions created by researchers. From the diagram created by the researcher, it is clear that the dominant answer from students is that they do not agree and it can be proven that students do not like online learning and it makes it difficult for them to learn or understand the material. The application of online learning media is expected to determine students’ interest in learning in the economics education study program at Medan State University.
Persepsi Mahasiswa Teknik Elektro UPI dalam Transaksi Jual Beli di e-Commerce Indonesia dengan Perspektif Islam
Authors: Anandayutya Bagaskara Anandayutya , Ilhami Alfi Noviar , Fahira Zalfa Lubna , Jenuri Jenuri
Published: April 2024

Di era industri 4.0 dimana semua berlomba-lomba untuk mengadopsi teknologi menjadikan teknologi tak terpisahkan dari kehidupan kita. Begitu juga sektor perdagangan atau jual beli dimana muncul tempat berjual beli baru yang menggunakan teknologi dengan menggunakan jaringan internet sebagai dasar pengoperasiannya. Platform ini kemudian dinamakan sebagai e-commerce. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apa pandangan mahasiswa terhadap transaksi jual beli di e-commerce yang berdasarkan perspektif agama Islam. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif dengan pengumpulan data dari narasumber melalui wawancara di Whatsapp. Mahasiswa yang diteliti merupakan mahasiswa yang sedang berkuliah di program studi Teknik Elektro Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. Hasil wawancara menunjukkan bahwa semua narasumber yang diwawancara menggunakan e-commerce sebagai platform untuk berjual beli secara online. Para narasumber juga sepakat bahwa platform e-commerce di Indonesia sudah sesuai dengan syariat agama Islam, adapun yang tidak sesuai syariat ada di sisi penjual di mana kadang masih berdagang dengan tidak jujur. Narasumber juga mengatakan bahwa metode pembayaran paylater sebaiknya dihindari karena mengandung unsur riba dan bisa membuat transaksi kita menjadi haram. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa transaksi jual beli di e-commerce itu dibolehkan selagi kita tetap mengikuti rukun dan syarat jual beli dalam Islam serta menghindari transaksi yang mengandung unsur riba, gharar, dan penipuan.
Optimalkan Pengelolaan Persediaan Untuk Mengurangi Kerugian: Strategi Menghadapi Permasalahan Persediaan Rusak
Authors: Hilalia. B Nurul , Jumriani Jumriani
Published: April 2024

Effective inventory management plays a key role in a company's smooth operations, avoiding financial losses, and maintaining its reputation. This article discusses strategies for dealing with damaged inventory problems, including identification of causes, implementation of information systems, efficient transportation plans, employee training, regular audits, return policies, and supplier diversification. This solution helps reduce the risk of damaged inventory, improves operational efficiency and strengthens the company's position in the market. The case study at CV JTS Store illustrates the application of observation and library research methods during a 4 month internship. The results show the importance of preventive measures and risk management strategies in maintaining business sustainability. Technology implementation, employee training, regular audits, and supplier diversification were identified as key steps to improve overall inventory management.
Blocked Drainpipes and Smoking Chimneys: Discovery of New Near-Inertial Wave Phenomena in Anticyclones
Authors:   Stanford University, Thomas Leif , Moum James , Qu Lixin , Hilditch James , Kunze Eric , Rainville Luc , Lee Craig
Published: April 2024

Time-varying winds blowing over an eddying ocean generate near-​inertial waves (NIWs) that tend to be trapped in anticyclones. Such anticyclones have been termed inertial chimneys in the past but have recently been renamed inertial drainpipes, given their propensity to funnel NIW energy downward to the deep ocean. Here, we present evidence of a semi-blocked inertial drainpipe where downward-​propagating NIWs trapped in an anticyclone are partially reflected off the permanent pycnocline, returned toward the surface, and dissipated at the top of the seasonal pycnocline in a submesoscale filament of anticyclonic vorticity. Observations made on the northern rim of an anticyclone in the Iceland Basin include a high-​resolution survey of velocity, hydrography, and microstructure. Upward-propagating NIWs were observed in a salty, submesoscale filament of anticyclonic vorticity near the edge of the eddy, potentially trapped there. Above the filament and at the top of the seasonal pycnocline, turbulence was enhanced over what could be attributed to local winds and surface cooling. Ray tracing suggests the filament could have channeled and focused trapped upward-propagating NIWs, acting as an inertial chimney in a truer sense of the term, possibly intensifying the wave energy sufficiently to sustain the observed turbulence. Numerical simulations of NIWs in anticyclonic vorticity and stratification representative of the observations suggest that the upward-propagating NIWs could have been generated by a wind event 12 days prior and reflected off a sharp jump in stratification at the base of the anticyclone. Here, the transition between the weakly stratified winter mixed layer and the permanent pycnocline partially reflects downward-​propagating NIWs, limiting the inertial drainpipe effect.
RESPON PERTUMBUHAN DAN PRODUKSI TANAMAN MELON (CucumismeloL) PADA PEMUPUKAN NPK DAN PEMANGKASAN CABANG
Authors: Fitriani Defy Nur , Musa Nikmah , Pembengo Wawan
Published: April 2024

Budidaya tanaman melon dapat ditingkatkan dengan cara pemeliharaan yang tepat untuk mendapatkan hasil yang maksimal. Teknik budidaya yang dilakukan harus sesuai dengan kondisi morfologi tanaman. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui interaksi  pemupukan dan pemangkasan serta pengaruh keduanya terhadap pertumbuhan dan produksi tanaman melon (Cucumis melo L.). penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada bulan Agustus sampai Oktober 2021 di Balai Pengkajian Teknologi Pertanian Gorontalo.  Penelitian ini Menggunakan Rancangan Acak Kelompok Faktorial, dengan faktor pertama yaitu pupuk NPK dengan dosis 0, 200, 300, dan 400 kg/ha, dan faktor kedua yaitu pemangkasan cabang yang menyisakan cabang 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 dan 13. Data dianalisis menggunakan Analisis Of Variance (ANOVA) kemudian uji lanjut dengan uji BNT. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Perlakuan pemangkasan tidak berpengaruh pada pertumbuhan dan produksi tanaman melon. Akan tetapi Pemupukan NPK Phoska memberikan respon  pada parameter tinggi tanaman, jumlah daun, dan bobot buah, sebaliknya. Pemberian dosis 300 kg/ha memberikan pengaruh lebih efektif pada tinggi tanaman, jumlah daun, dan bobot buah tanaman melon. Kata Kunci: Melon, pemupukan NPK, pemangkasan cabang.
Desenlaces a corto plazo de tratamiento quirúrgico para cáncer de colon en una institución privada de Lima, Perú
Authors: Mendoza-Rivera Samantha , Galdos-Bejar Marcelo , Seminario-Vittoria Alessia , Guevara-Rojas Raquel Alessandra , Nieto-Yrigoin Kevin
Published: April 2024

Introducción: A pesar de que el tratamiento quirúrgico es el principal tratamiento curativo para el cáncer de colon, existen pocos informes sobre desenlaces funcionales a corto plazo postquirúrgicos. Se evaluaron estos desenlaces en pacientes operados con intención curativa en una institución privada de Lima, Perú. Material y Métodos: Estudio analítico retrospectivo, incluyendo pacientes con el diagnóstico de cáncer de colon entre 2018 y 2022 con enfermedad localizada o localmente avanzada. Se consideró como desenlace la presencia de complicaciones intraoperatorias o postoperatorias. Resultados: Se incluyeron 75 pacientes, 57.3% eran hombres, 60.0% sin comorbilidades. Los procedimientos más comúnmente realizados fueron hemicolectomía derecha (38.7%) e izquierda (45.3%). No se reportaron casos de complicaciones intraoperatorias, mientras que las complicaciones postoperatorias más comunes fueron la re-operación (12/75), readmisión hospitalaria (11/75) y retención urinaria (7/75). Conclusiones: La cirugía de cáncer de colon es segura y con pocas complicaciones postoperatorias en la población estudiada, aunque se recomienda replicar este estudio en poblaciones más grandes.
Neoplasia sólida pseudopapilar de páncreas: Reporte de caso
Authors: Sarmiento-Chia Marjorie , Calmet-Berrocal Wilder , Luna-Cydejko Juan Carlos , Llanos-Rodriguez Gumercindo
Published: April 2024

La neoplasia sólida pseudopapilar del páncreas actualmente es considerada como una neoplasia maligna de bajo grado. Es una entidad rara que suele diagnosticarse de manera incidental al ser asintomática en la gran mayoría de casos. Es más frecuente en mujeres jóvenes, aunque puede también presentarse en otros grupos etarios.Reportamos el caso de una paciente mujer de 45 años, con hallazgo incidental de una tumoración heterogénea, con componente sólido y quístico, bien delimitada, con restricción a la difusión en la resonancia magnética y localizada en cuerpo y cola del páncreas. La paciente fue sometida a una pancreatectomía corporo caudal conesplenectomía. El estudio patológico confirmó el diagnóstico de una neoplasia sólida pseudopapilar del páncreas. Concluimos que la neoplasia sólida pseudopapilar del páncreas debe sospecharse en mujeres jóvenes con tumores localizados en el páncreas y que el tratamiento de elección es la resección quirúrgica completa.
A clinical case study: Music therapy for an Ultra-Orthodox child with behavioural difficulties and developmental gaps
Authors: Seri Nir
Published: April 2024

This study deals with Josh, a five-year-old Israeli child, within the Ultra-Orthodox community. Josh (pseudonym), was referred for music therapy for his non-age-compatible development and difficulties with emotional self-regulation. Josh’s emotional-behavioural expressions were experienced as contradictory to Ultra-Orthodox socio-cultural conventions. Both Josh’s family and community were reluctant to contain his difficulties. As a non-Ultra-Orthodox music therapist, the intercultural therapeutic process brought to light essential questions about my role in treating Josh. One such question was whether to help Josh reveal his genuine colourful character, contrary to conventions of his community or alternatively, help him cope with the demands of his conservative rigid community? During the therapeutic process, Josh’s mother expressed difficulty in accepting his character, which I experienced as indicating a form of rejection. This experience appeared to leave Josh fearful of being abandoned by his mother and wishing for an attachment with someone who would understand and accept him. During sessions we played, improvised, sang and created an experience of togetherness. Subsequently, Josh felt himself at ease to express his colourful character. Thus, the child who began with an immature self- expression developed coherent regulated self-expression through voice, recordings, improvisations and communicative musicality. Therapeutic engagement that did not seek to “fix” him, but rather to contain and accept him, led Josh to adopt more effective behavioural, communicative, and emotional strategies that helped him to obtain emotional regulation. In conclusion, Josh became a child who managed to contain the intricacy of preserving his vivid character as well as accepting the Ultra-Orthodox community’s conservative social conventions.
‘It’s just a different dimension’: Music therapists’ experiences of hearing loss
Authors: Cole Sara , Warner Catherine
Published: April 2024

This study explores the lived experiences of qualified music therapists who identify as having hearing loss. The risk of hearing loss for professional musicians is widely acknowledged in literature, with one study demonstrating an increased risk of hearing loss for music therapists. No current literature, however, explores the experiences of hearing loss from the perspective of the music therapist, in a profession in which hearing and listening could be seen as central to the work. For this study, qualitative research methods were employed, involving semi-structured interviews with six music therapists experiencing different levels of hearing loss. Verbatim transcripts were then analysed, using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA), resulting in the identification of three principal themes across the data set: 1) Listening is exhausting: Identity as a music therapist with hearing loss; 2) Impatient or intrigued? Stigma versus support; and 3) How I manage: Strategies for coping. These themes are discussed in-depth, in light of existing theory and implications for practice. The analysis supports existing research demonstrating that acquired hearing loss does not impede musical ability. Barriers to proficiency arise from other areas. Implications are discussed, including recommendations for hearing-protection training within music therapy training programmes.
Together in Sound: Music therapy groups for people with dementia and their companions – moving online in response to a pandemic
Authors: Molyneux Claire , Hardy Thomas , Lin Yu-Tzu (Chloe) , McKinnon Katie , Odell-Miller Helen
Published: April 2024

Together in Sound is a partnership project between the Cambridge Institute for Music Therapy Research at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and Saffron Hall Trust, an arts charity based in rural Essex, England. Established in Autumn 2017, the project offers music therapy to people living with dementia and their companions and includes a practice-based research element. This co-authored report concerns the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic on the project and presents the team’s experience of moving music therapy sessions online in March 2020. Continuing online provided continuity, support, and ongoing connection for participants who, because of the national lockdown in the United Kingdom, were isolated in their own homes. After providing some context about the project, the report explores the challenges and benefits of online delivery of sessions with reflections from the Together in Sound team including potential implications for the future.
Effects of high moisture ear corn on production performance, milk fatty acid composition, serum antioxidant status, and immunity in primiparous dairy cows
Authors: Shang Songlin , Li Zheng , Li Jiajun , Zhao Xi , Zhang Wenjing , Zhang Xinrui , Bai Jinni , Yang Zhiye , Guo Kaijun
Published: April 2024

Objective: This study evaluated the effects of high moisture ear corn (HMEC) on production performance, milk fatty acid composition, serum antioxidant status, and immunity in primiparous dairy cows.Methods: A total of 45 healthy primiparous Holstein cows (36.50±4.30 kg of milk/d, 201±9.00 lactating days in milk) were sorted into 3 groups: control group (CG, n = 15); 50% HMEC (replacing 50% steam-flaked corn with HMEC, n = 15); and 100% HMEC (replacing steam-flaked corn with HMEC, n = 15) on an equal dry matter (DM) basis. The study consisted of adaptation period of 14 days, followed by a formal period of 60 days. Feed intake and milk yield were recorded daily. Milk and blood samples were collected on 1, 30, and 60 d of the experimental period.Results: The 50% HMEC group and 100% HMEC group significantly increased (p<0.05) milk yield and DM intake in dairy cows compared to the control group (CG). The 100% HMEC group showed an increase (p<0.05) in 4% fat-corrected milk (4% FCM). Both the 50% HMEC group and 100% HMEC group exhibited significant decreases (p<0.05) in the content of C10:0, C12:0, and C14:0 fatty acids, along with a significant increase (p<0.05) in cis-9C18:1 content. The saturated fatty acid content was significantly lower (p<0.05) in the 50% HMEC and 100% HMEC groups than that of CG. Conversely, the monounsaturated fatty acid content was higher (p<0.05) in the 50% HMEC and 100% HMEC groups than that in CG. Notably, the 100% HMEC group significantly increased (p<0.05) the serum superoxide dismutase and glutathione peroxidase content, while also decreasing the serum malondialdehyde content (p<0.05). Moreover, the 100% HMEC group significantly increased (p<0.05) the content of immunoglobulin G (IgG) and IgM.Conclusion: High moisture ear corn could improve production performance and milk fatty acid levels and enhance immunity and antioxidant capacity in dairy cows. These results lay the foundation for the wider application of HMEC in ruminant animal diets.
Xylanase supplementation in energy-deficient corn-based diets: impact on broiler growth, nutrient digestibility, chyme viscosity and carcass proximates
Authors: Sta. Cruz Bernadette Gerpacio , Hong Jun Seon , Yu Myunghwan , Oketch Elijah Ogola , Yun Hyeonho , Jayasena Dinesh D. , Heo Jung-Min
Published: April 2024

Objective: The goal of the current study was to investigate the impact of various concentrations of xylanase in energy-deficient corn-based diets on the growth performance, carcass characteristics, nutrient digestibility, and digesta viscosity in broilers from 7 to 35 days of age.Methods: A total of 280 seven-day-old Ross 308 broilers were randomly allocated to one of the five dietary treatments following a completely randomized design with 8 replicates and 7 birds per cage. The treatments were: i) positive control (PC, without xylanase); ii) NC-1 (80 kcal/kg ME reduced from PC); iii) NC-2 (100 kcal/kg ME reduced from PC); iv) NCX-1 (NC-1 + 2,000 U/kg xylanase); and v) NCX-2 (NC-2 + 3,000 U/kg xylanase). Body weight, weight gain, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio were determined weekly to evaluate growth performance. One bird per pen was sacrificed for ileal digesta collection to determine the viscosity and digestibility of energy, dry matter, crude protein on days 24 and 35, however breast and leg meat samples were obtained for proximate analysis (moisture, crude protein, fat, and ash) on day 35.Results: Birds fed diets supplemented with xylanase regardless of the amount had higher (p<0.05) body weights, daily gains, and improved feed efficiency compared to NC diets all throughout the experimental period. Feed intake was not affected (p>0.05) by the addition of xylanase. Moreover, lowered (p<0.05) viscosity of the ileal digesta were observed upon xylanase inclusion in the diets compared to the birds fed NC diets on day 24. Ileal nutrient digestibility and meat proximate composition were not affected (p>0.05) by xylanase.Conclusion: The present study indicated that the xylanase at 2,000 U/kg and 3,000 U/kg levels compensates for the 80 kcal/kg and 100 kcal/kg dietary energy levels, respectively, without having adverse effects on the growth performance, carcass characteristics, nutrient digestibility, and digesta viscosity of broilers.
Genome-wide association research on the reproductive traits of Qianhua Mutton Merino sheep
Authors: Li Jiarong , Sun Limin , Sun Jiazhi , Jiang Huaizhi
Published: April 2024

Objective: Qianhua Mutton Merino sheep is a new breed of meat wool sheep cultivated independently in China. In 2018, it was approved by the state and brought into the national list of livestock and poultry genetic resources. Qianhua Mutton Merino sheep have the common characteristics of typical meat livestock varieties with rapid growth and development in the early stage and high meat production performance. The objective of this research is to investigate the Genome-wide association of the reproductive traits of Qianhua Mutton Merino sheep.Methods: Qianhua Mutton Merino sheep from the breeding core group were selected as the research object, genome-wide association analysis was conducted on genes associated with the reproductive traits (singleton or twins, birth weight, age [in days] for sexual maturity, weaning weight, and daily gain from birth to weaning) of Qianhua mutton merino.Results: Our study findings showed that 151 loci of single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were detected, among which 3 SNPs related to birth weight and weaning weight occupied a significant portion of the wide genome. The candidate genes preliminarily obtained were SYNE1, SLC12A4, BMP2K, CAMK2D, IMMP2L, DMD, and BCL2.Conclusion: We found 151 SNP loci for five traits related to reproduction (including singleton or twins, birth weight, age [in days] at sexual maturity, weaning weight, and daily weight gain from birth to weaning). The functions of these candidate genes were mainly enriched in nucleotide metabolism, metal ion binding, oxytocin signaling pathway, and neurotrophin signaling pathway.
β-Nicotinamide mononucleotide improves chilled ram sperm quality in vitro by reducing oxidative stress damage
Authors: Zhu Zhendong , Zhao Haolong , Yang Qitai , Li Yajing , Wang RuYuan , Adetunji Adedeji Olufemi , Min Lingjiang
Published: April 2024

Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the effect of β-nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) supplementation on ram sperm quality during storage at 4°C in vitro.Methods: Tris-citric acid-glucose solution containing different doses of NMN (0, 30, 60, 90, and 120 μM) was used to dilute semen collected from rams and it was stored at 4°C. Sperm motility, plasma membrane integrity as well as acrosome integrity were evaluated at 0, 24, and 48 h time points after storage at 4°C. In addition, sperm mitochondrial activity, lipid peroxidation (LPO), malondialdehyde (MDA) content, reactive oxygen species (ROS) content, glutathione (GSH) content, superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity, and apoptosis were measured at 48 h time point after storage at 4°C.Results: Results demonstrate that the values obtained for sperm motility, acrosome integrity, and plasma membrane integrity in the NMN treatments were significantly higher than control (p<0.05). The addition of 60 μM NMN significantly improved ram sperm mitochondrial activity and reduced LPO, MDA content, and ROS content compared to control (p<0.05). Interestingly, sperm GSH content and SOD activity for the 60 μM NMN treatment were much higher than those observed for control. NMN treatment also decreased the level of Cleaved-Caspase 3, Cleaved-Caspase 9, and Bax while increasing Bcl-2 level in sperm at 48 h time point after storage at 4°C.Conclusion: Ram sperm quality can be maintained during storage at 4°C with the addition of NMN at 60 μM to the semen extender. NMN also reduces oxidative stress and apoptosis. Overall, these findings suggest that NMN is efficient in improving the viability of ram sperm during storage at 4°C in vitro.
Effects of dietary supplementation of polysaccharide from Agaricus blazei Murr on productive performance, egg quality, blood metabolites, intestinal morphology and microbiota of Korean quail
Authors: Hong Liang , Ma Zheng , Jing Xueyi , Yang Hua , Ma Jifei , Pu Lei , Zhang Jianbin
Published: April 2024

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effects of dietary supplementation with Agaricus blazei polysaccharide (ABP) at varying concentrations on the performance, egg quality, blood biochemistry, intestinal morphology, and microflora of quail.Methods: The study involved a total of 2,700 Korean quails, which were randomly divided into three groups. The measured variables encompassed productive performance, egg parameters, carcass parameters, serum metabolites, immune response parameters, antioxidative properties, and gut microbiome.Results: The addition of ABP did not have a significant effect on average daily feed intake. However, it was found to increase the average daily egg weight and egg production rate, reduce the feed-egg ratio. There were no significant impacts on egg quality measures such as egg shape index, egg yolk index and color, egg yolk and protein content. However, ABP supplementation significantly increased the Hough unit (p<0.01) and decreased the rate of unqualified eggs (p<0.01). Regarding serum parameters, the inclusion led to an increase in total protein concentration (p<0.05) and a reduction in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (p<0.05). There were no significant effects observed on immune indicators such as immunoglobulin A (IgA) and IgM. ABP supplementation increased the levels of serum antioxidant indicators, including glutathione peroxidase, total superoxide dismutase (p<0.05), and total antioxidant capacity colorimeter (p<0.05). Furthermore, ABP supplementation significantly elevated the intramuscular fatty acid content in quail meat. Additionally, ABP supplementation demonstrated a significant improvement in the diversity of gut microbiota and induced alterations in the composition of the gut microbiota.Conclusion: The findings of this study indicate that dietary supplementation of ABP enhanced production performance and antioxidant capacity while increasing the levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids in quail muscle.
Water-soluble microencapsulation using gum Arabic and skim milk enhances viability and efficacy of Pediococcus acidilactici probiotic strains for application in broiler chickens
Authors: Kamwa Ratchnida , Khurajog Benjamas , Muangsin Nongnuj , Pupa Pawiya , Hampson David J , Prapasarakul Nuvee
Published: April 2024

Objective: This study aimed to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of a water-soluble microencapsulation method for probiotic strains using gum Arabic (GA) and skim milk (SKM) over a three-month storage period following processing.Methods: Four strains of Pediococcus acidilactici (BYF26, BYF20, BF9, and BF14) that were typical lactic acid bacteria (LAB) isolated from the chicken gut were mixed with different ratios of GA and SKM as coating agents before spray drying at an inlet temperature 140°C. After processing, the survivability and probiotic qualities of the strains were assessed from two weeks to three months of storage at varied temperatures, and de-encapsulation was performed to confirm the soluble properties. Finally, the antibacterial activity of the probiotics was assessed under simulated gastrointestinal conditions.Results: As shown by scanning electron microscopy, spray-drying produced a spherical, white-yellow powder. The encapsulation efficacy (percent) was greatest for a coating containing a combination of 30% gum Arabic: 30% skim milk (w/v) (GA:SKM30) compared to lower concentrations of the two ingredients (p<0.05). Coating with GA:SKM30 (w/v) significantly enhanced (p<0.05) BYF26 survival under simulated gastrointestinal conditions (pH 2.5 to 3) and maintained higher survival rates compared to non-encapsulated cells under an artificial intestinal juices condition of pH 6. De-encapsulation tests indicated that the encapsulated powder dissolved in water while keeping viable cell counts within the effective range of 106 for 6 hours. In addition, following three months storage at 4°C, microencapsulation of BYF26 in GA:SKM30 maintained both the number of viable cells (p<0.05) and the preparation’s antibacterial efficacy against pathogenic bacteria, specifically strains of Salmonella.Conclusion: Our prototype water-soluble probiotic microencapsulation GA:SKM30 effectively maintains LAB characteristics and survival rates, demonstrating its potential for use in preserving probiotic strains that can be used in chickens and potentially in other livestock.
“O Talento de Delegar”: testagem de um jogo para o aperfeiçoamento de soft skills em treinamentos oferecidos por RH terceirizado
Authors: Paula Caio Teixeira de , Prudente Heitor Elias , Bannwart Pedro Morita , Melo Raíssa Vieira de , Ferraz Raphaela Guiland , Coutinho Yan Mendonça , Cestari Guilherme Henrique de Oliveira
Published: April 2024

O artigo descreve a testagem do jogo “O Talento de Delegar” como uma ferramenta para aprimorar a habilidade de delegação de tarefas. O jogo é voltado para pessoas de 23 a 35 anos em cargos de liderança e conta com mecânicas simples, como arrastar e soltar. O jogo foi testado e aprimorado com base na experiência do usuário, garantindo a sua usabilidade, e os testes mostraram que os usuários conseguiram realizar as ações básicas do jogo. Em suma, “O Talento de Delegar” deve oferecer uma abordagem dinâmica e efetiva para o treinamento dessa habilidade, complementando programas de capacitação existentes.
DBBoard Game: Um Jogo de Tabuleiro para o Ensino e Aprendizagem de Conceitos de Banco de Dados
Authors: Giacobo Danilo
Published: April 2024

Uma forma de ensinar conceitos de Banco de Dados e principalmente de SQL são os jogos não digitais, uma alternativa de baixo custo e ao mesmo tempo eficaz, engajadora e divertida. Diante disso, o presente trabalho explana o DBBoard Game, um jogo de tabuleiro estilo banco imobiliário como ferramenta para auxiliar os docentes no ensino e aprendizagem de conceitos da disciplina. O jogo foi desenvolvido por meio de ferramentas gratuitas e materiais de custo relativamente baixos. Os resultados encontrados mostraram que o jogo foi bem aceito pelos alunos e que promoveu o ensino e aprendizagem de uma maneira eficiente, fortalecendo a interação social entre os jogadores, sendo também divertido e engajador.
From Board Game to Digital Game: Prototyping and Transmediation of Screener
Authors: Xexéo Geraldo , Reis Hugo , Noël François
Published: April 2024

This article describes the prototyping and transmediation of the educational game Screener to Digital Screener, aiming to deepen the teaching of the Drug Discovery and Development (DDD) process. Despite the success of Screener, Digital Screener broadens the scope by introducing timeline mechanics to teach the temporal sequence of DDD tasks. These initiatives highlight the potential of games as adaptable and versatile learning tools, reinforcing the application of playful methods in science education.
Elementos para o Uso de Jogos na Pesquisa Translacional
Authors: Vasconcellos Marcelo Simão de , Carvalho Flávia Garcia de , Dias Cynthia Macedo , Rodrigues Cláudio
Published: April 2024

A pesquisa translacional é um importante movimento de inovação no campo da saúde, responsável por ajudar a trazer as ideias e descobertas feitas em laboratório para benefício da população. Mas ela ainda é pouco conhecida mesmo entre os cientistas. Este trabalho apresenta os primeiros passos de uma iniciativa de pesquisa e desenvolvimento para divulgação científica da pesquisa translacional usando jogos digitais, mostrando os conceitos mais relevantes dos estudos de jogos que podem contribuir beneficamente para divulgar esta nova área da ciência.
CaSEJ: Game Design Canvas para Brainstorming de Jogos para Saúde
Authors: Souza Emmanuel Gomes de , Classe Tadeu Moreira de , Castro Ronney Moreira de
Published: April 2024

Existem muitos jogos para temáticas de saúde e as pessoas os utilizam como ferramentas capazes de auxiliar no tratamento de saúde e prevenção de doenças. Apesar disso, existem poucas abordagens específicas para projetar tais jogos, sendo que a grande maioria apenas adapta propostas de design de jogos já existentes. É fundamental pensar em processos de game design específicos para estes jogos para que erros ou má compreensão do tratamento aconteçam, uma vez que estes jogos influenciam na saúde dos seres humanos. Neste artigo apresentamos o CaSEJ, um game design canvas para o braistorming de jogos para saúde. Nós demonstramos seu uso a partir do preenchimento de suas seções para criar o jogo Psico-Mental, sobre saúde mental. De modo a avaliar a viabilidade e utilidade do canvas, nós realizamos entrevistas com game designers e profissionais de saúde mental, tendo como resultado evidências de usa utilidade e viabilidade. Entretanto, os entrevistados deixaram claro a necessidade de envolver os designers e profissionais de saúde durante este processo de brainstorming a fim de mitigar possíveis equívocos. Portanto, nesta pesquisa nós contribuímos com a temática de jogos para saúde ao propor uma abordagem específica para pensar em como concebê-los.
Unveiling Legends: A Journey through Cultural Folklore
Authors: Teixeira Denise Q. M. , Moraes João Victor L. de , Camara Davi R. de O. , Abbud Gabriel C. da Silva , Oliveira Thiago Narak C. de , Rodrigues Maria Andréia F.
Published: April 2024

This paper presents “Caturama,” a serious game prototype crafted for educators, students and proponents of cultural heritage preservation. Designed to immerse players in the rich folklore of the Brazilian Amazon’s indigenous tribes, its conception was guided by twin goals: authenticity in visual and narrative representation and engaging user experience. Drawing inspiration from three iconic legends of the region, Caturama seeks to bridge the gap between the modern world and ancient traditions. Detailed within are the design principles, developmental methodologies, and user feedback analytics. With a favourable Net Promoter Score of +70, it underscores the game’s appeal and its potential as an educational medium for fostering cultural understanding and preservation.
HybridGamePX: Uma Proposta de Modelo para a Avaliação da Experiência do Jogador no Uso de Jogos Híbridos
Authors: Jucá Paulyne Matthews , Souza Filho José Cezar de , Silva José Olinda da
Published: April 2024

Os jogos fazem parte da vida das pessoas há muito tempo, seja na forma analógica ou digital. Entretanto, mais recentemente os jogos híbridos, que misturam componentes digitais e analógicos, passaram a se tornar mais disponíveis. A existência de dois meios diferentes durante o gameplay traz novos desafios para o design e a avaliação da jogabilidade e da experiência do jogador. Com o foco na avaliação da experiência do jogador e da jogabilidade de jogos híbridos, este trabalho propõe o modelo HybridGamePX, composto de um conjunto de perspectivas e perguntas-guia para auxiliar no planejamento do playtest de jogos híbridos, levando em consideração os aspectos dos novos desafios dessa hibridade.
Aplicação de Técnicas de Gerenciamento de Projetos para desenvolvimento de jogos: um Estudo de Caso
Authors: Parreiras Marcus , Marques Pedro , Xexéo Geraldo B. , André José
Published: April 2024

Este artigo apresenta um estudo de caso para avaliar a viabilidade do uso de ferramentas de gerenciamento de projetos no desenvolvimento de um videogame específico. O artigo discute o uso de ferramentas como a Estrutura Analítica do Projeto (EAP) e o Dicionário da EAP, a Técnica de Avaliação e Revisão do Programa (PERT), o Método do Caminho Crítico (CPM), o Cronograma do Projeto, Análise e Previsão de Riscos, e Gerenciamento da Qualidade. A aplicação dessas ferramentas permitiu um planejamento de projeto eficaz, alocação de recursos, mitigação de riscos e garantia de qualidade. O artigo fornece insights sobre as implicações práticas do uso das ferramentas do PMBOK e oferece recomendações para sua aplicação bem-sucedida em projetos semelhantes.
O Uso De Jogos Digitais Como Ferramenta De Aprendizagem
Authors: Pereira Diego Rodrigues , Rocha Luciano Beiestorf
Published: April 2024

A aplicação de jogos digitais como ferramenta auxiliar na educação não se dá de forma simples, muitos são os fatores que dificultam o uso nas escolas. A não familiaridade dos educadores com este tipo de mídia e a visão distorcida que muitos pais e professores tem sobre o tema, vendo-o como um vício ou um gerador de comportamento agressivo, são exemplos desta barreira. A hipótese abordada aqui para contornar estas dificuldades, é a criação e implementação de um game educacional, com uma mecânica divertida, criando um elemento lúdico para motivar o aprendizado. Assim, este artigo apresenta relatos sobre o uso de jogos digitais na aprendizagem, apresentando ó como um elemento lúdico para motivar o aprendizado e proporcionar aos estudantes uma experiência que contribua com a sua formação e aos profissionais da educação uma visão mais esclarecida sobre esta temática.
Química em Minecraft: Análise do Objeto Educacional "PROPRIEDADES DA MATÉRIA"
Authors: Rodrigues Vitória C. , Pinheiro Cristiano M. P. , Denardin Luciano
Published: April 2024

Este artigo é fruto de um projeto de dissertação em andamento do Mestrado em Educação em Ciências e Matemática da PUCRS, utilizando-se deste material para fundamentar esta pesquisa se analisou uma lição de Química de um jogo digital de Minecraft Education através dos conceitos de Sondagem e Telescopagem de Johnson (2005), de Ludemas de Pinheiro e Branco (2018) e Espírito Científico de Schnetzler (2002). Como método estipulou uma pesquisa bibliográfica que apresenta os conceitos anteriores e uma análise de jogo, que se baseia na forma de análise proposta pelos Ludemas, considerando a prática de jogar e suas inferências. Como resultado percebeu-se que mesmo o jogo sendo desenvolvido e disponibilizado por uma grande desenvolvedora, apresenta falta de tutoria orientada para o jogador, limitações em suas representações de química, porém todos esses fatores são superáveis dentro de uma possibilidade de desenho pedagógico que deve ser considerado no momento do desenvolvimento.