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Review on Research and Application of Enhanced In-Situ Bioremediation Agents for Organic Pollution Remediation in Groundwater
Authors: Xie Mingyu , Zhang Xiaoran , Jing Yuanyuan , Du Xinyue , Zhang Ziyang , Tan Chaohong
Published: January 2024

Groundwater is an important part of the water resources, crucial for human production and life. With the rapid development of industry and agriculture, organic pollution of groundwater has attracted great attention. Enhanced in-situ bioremediation of groundwater technology has gradually gained attention because of its high efficiency and low environmental impact. Bioremediation agents are crucial for bioremediation technology. In this review, bioremediation agents were classified into three categories: biological nutrition agents, slow-release agents, and microbial agents. Biological nutrition agents are a specific mixture of mineral salt and carbon source; slow-release agents may contain mineral salt, carbon source, pH buffers, and oxygen-releasing material and microbial agents with specific microbial culture. By adding bioremediation agents to the polluted sites, they can improve population density and degradation efficiency for microbial degradation of pollutants. To assist future development and application of bioremediation agents, the development of different agents in laboratory and commercial to date was retrieved online via publisher sites and cooperation case studies. The data collected were analyzed and reviewed, as well as application and remediation effects of enhanced in-situ bioremediation agents were summarized. Current studies mainly focus on laboratory development and experiments, while field tests and remediation effects between different agents are of less concern. Further study may focus on developing new materials, especially coating or loading materials, and systematic evaluation of different agents, considering both laboratory research and on-site experiments, in order to improve the efficiency of in situ organically contaminated groundwater bioremediation.
Iterative Search Space Reduction (iSSR) for Optimal Flood Control in Urban Drainage Networks
Authors: Ngamalieu-Nengoue Ulrich A. , Iglesias-Rey Pedro L. , Martínez-Solano F. Javier , Mora-Meliá Daniel
Published: January 2024

Extreme rainfall events cause immense damage in cities where drainage networks are nonexistent or deficient and thus unable to transport rainwater. Infrastructure adaptations can reduce flooding and help the population avoid the associated negative consequences. Consequently, it is imperative to develop suitable mathematical models rooted in a thorough understanding of the system. Additionally, the utilization of efficient computational search techniques is crucial when applying these methods to real-world problems. In this study, we propose a novel iterative search space reduction methodology coupled with a multiobjective algorithm (NSGA-II) for urban drainage network rehabilitation and flood mitigation. This approach considers the replacement of pipes and the installation of storm tanks (STs) in drainage networks. Additionally, NSGA-II is integrated with the Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) to achieve multiobjective optimization. To demonstrate the advantages of using this technique, two case study networks are presented. After three iterations, 90% of the decision variables are eliminated from the process in the E-Chicó case, and 76% are eliminated in the Ayurá case. The primary outcome of this study is that the proposed methodology yields reductions in rehabilitation costs and flood levels. Additionally, the application of NSGA-II to the reduced-dimension model of the network yields a superior Pareto front compared to that of the original network.
Impacts of Acetochlor on Nitrogen-Cycling-Related Microbial Communities in Riparian Zone Soils
Authors: Lyu Chunjian , Cui Jianglong , Jin Fangyuan , Li Xiaojie , Xu Yaning
Published: January 2024

The riparian zone has a proven ability to reduce agricultural nonpoint-source nitrogen pollution. However, prior studies have only assessed nitrification and denitrification and their influencing factors, such as hydrology, climate, vegetation, and soil physicochemical properties, and overlooked the role of pesticide accumulation, which is an important nonpoint-source anthropogenic pollutant. This study investigated the response of the soil microbial nitrogen cycle in riparian zones to 60 days of acetochlor (ACE) exposure at doses of 0.5, 2.5, and 5.0 mg/kg. The results showed that ACE inhibited the transformation of soil NH3-N, NO3−-N, and NO2−-N and also decreased potential nitrification and denitrification rates by affecting the respective enzyme activities and related microbial communities. Metagenomic sequencing revealed that the expression of functional genes associated with NO3−-N transformation processes, including denitrification, dissimilatory nitrate reduction to ammonium, and assimilatory nitrate reduction, declined the most. The recommended field dose (0.5 mg/kg) showed a slight effect on soil microbial nitrogen transformation and the related microbial communities, whereas doses 5 and 10 times the recommended dose were highly inhibitory. This is a novel study exploring the effects of ACE on the microbial nitrogen cycle in riparian soils, also suggesting that pesticide accumulation in riparian zones could affect the health of aquatic ecosystems.
Short-Term Sediment Dispersal on a Large Retreating Coastal River Delta via 234Th and 7Be Sediment Geochronology: The Mississippi River Delta Front
Authors: Courtois Andrew , Bentley Samuel , Maloney Jillian , Xu Kehui , Chaytor Jason , Georgiou Ioannis Y. , Miner Michael D. , Obelcz Jeffrey , Jafari Navid H. , Damour Melanie
Published: January 2024

Many Mississippi River Delta studies have shown recent declines in fluvial sediment load from the river and associated land loss. In contrast, recent sedimentary processes on the subaqueous delta are less documented. To help address this knowledge gap, multicores were collected offshore from the three main river outlets at water depths of 25–280 m in June 2017 just after the peak river discharge period, with locations selected based on 2017 U.S. Geological Survey seabed mapping. The coring locations included the undisturbed upper foreset, mudflow lobes, gullies, and the undisturbed prodelta. Nine multicores were analyzed for Beryllium-7 activity, and four cores were analyzed for excess Thorium-234 activity via gamma spectrometry, granulometry and X-radiography. Our results indicate a general trend of declining 7Be and 234Th activities and inventories with increasing distance from sources and in deeper water. The core X-radiographs are graded from the predominantly physically stratified nearshore to the more bioturbated offshore, consistent with the sedimentation patterns. Sediment focusing assessed via the 7Be and 234Th sediment inventories shows preferential sedimentation in gully and lobe environments, whereas the upper foreset and prodelta focusing factors are relatively depleted. Overall, short-term sediment deposition from the main fluvial source remains active offshore from all three major river outlets, despite the overall declining river load.
Climate Change Impacts on Nitrate Leaching and Groundwater Nitrate Dynamics Using a Holistic Approach and Med-CORDEX Climatic Models
Authors: Lyra Aikaterini , Loukas Athanasios , Sidiropoulos Pantelis , Vasiliades Lampros
Published: January 2024

This study presents the projected future evolution of water resource balance and nitrate pollution under various climate change scenarios and climatic models using a holistic approach. The study area is Almyros Basin and its aquifer system, located in Central Greece, Thessaly, Greece. Almyros Basin is a coastal agricultural basin and faces the exacerbation of water deficit and groundwater nitrate pollution. Using an Integrated Modeling System (IMS), which consists of the surface hydrology model (UTHBAL), the nitrate leachate model (REPIC, an R-ArcGIS-based EPIC model), the groundwater hydrology model (MODFLOW), and the nitrates’ advection, dispersion, and transport model (MT3MDS), the projected values of the variables of water quantity and quality are simulated. Nineteen climatic models from the Med-CORDEX database were bias-corrected with the Quantile Empirical Mapping method and employed to capture the variability in the simulated surface and groundwater water balance and nitrate dynamics. The findings indicate that future precipitation, runoff, and groundwater recharge will decrease while temperature and potential evapotranspiration will increase. Climate change will lead to reduced nitrogen leaching, lower groundwater levels, and persistent nitrate pollution; however, it will be accompanied by high variability and uncertainty, as simulations of IMS under multiple climatic models indicate.
Innovative Solutions for Water Treatment: Unveiling the Potential of Polyoxazoline Polymer Activated Carbon Composite for Efficient Elimination of Lead Ions
Authors: Amari Abdelfattah , Boujelbene Mohamed , Sami Fatima Moayad , Elboughdiri Noureddine , Sonawane Chandrakant , Naganna Sujay Raghavendra , Sammen Saad Sh.
Published: January 2024

Heavy metal pollution is a global problem that necessitates the development of innovative and environmentally friendly water treatment technologies. Polyoxazoline polymers, known for their biocompatibility, are explored for lead ion removal in water treatment. Poly 2-Methoxycarbonylpropyl-2-oxazoline is integrated into activated carbon via in situ polymer growth, optimizing loading through live polymerization. This study investigates intricate interactions between lead ions and functional groups, such as amide moieties and ester functionalities, in the resulting polyoxazoline-modified activated carbon composite (POZ-AC). This pioneering research opens avenues for the application of polyoxazoline polymers in water treatment, leveraging their established success in biomedical fields. The removal of lead ions by POZ-ACs followed the Langmuir isotherm and pseudo-second-order kinetic model. The results showed that POZ-AC-20 had excellent adsorption capacity of 365 mg/g, achieved in a relatively short time of 37 min. Furthermore, the adsorbent maintained its performance for seven cycles, demonstrating its high reusability potential. However, the adsorption performance of POZ-ACs after seven adsorption–desorption cycles was gradually decreased due to polymer release into the water media because of the high degree of solubility of polyoxazoline polymers in water. This study provides critical insight into the potential use of polyoxazoline polymers, demonstrating their superior potential in water treatment applications, particularly since it is the first time these polymers have been explored for this purpose. Future research should focus on developing polyoxazoline polymers with less solubility in water while maintaining a high removal performance.
Integrated Assessment of Heavy Metal Pollution and Human Health Risks in Waters from a Former Iron Mining Site: A Case Study of the Canton of Bangeli, Togo
Authors: Toi Bissang Bouwèdèo , Aragón-Barroso Antonio J. , Baba Gnon , González-López Jesús , Osorio Francisco
Published: January 2024

Drinking water requires excellent physico-chemical quality. It must therefore not contain any substance which is harmful, or which may harm the health of the consumer. The drinking water supply of Bangeli canton (Togo) is provided by ground water and surface water which have been polluted by several industrial discharges as a result of Togo’s intensive industrialization in the last few decades. In order to contribute to the control of drinking water in this locality, our study focused on the state of metal pollution in the waters of this canton. To assess the spatiotemporal evolution of the metallic contamination in Bangeli waters, surface and groundwater samples were taken during dry and rainy seasons in the last three years. This comparative study will allow for a more in-depth assessment of the study area. These samples were analysed by ICP-MS for heavy metals such as Fe, Pb, Cr, Zn, Cu, Co, As, Mn, Sb, Ni, and Cd. The mean values obtained for these metals from groundwater are, respectively, 1144.87; 2.53; 3.42; 3.63; 6.49; 0.69; 143.76; 160.03; 5.67; and 0.036 µg/L. Except for Fe, Sb, and Mn, all the other metals have values below WHO guidelines. The heavy metal pollution index (HPI) applied to these waters gave values between 31.49 and 307.51, with 88.66% of samples below the limit value (100). Health risk assessment factors, including average daily doses, hazard quotient, carcinogenic risks, and hazard index indices, were computed for children and adults. Finally, the HPI index of Fe and Sb in both child and adult cases showed a value greater than the safe limits, which causes harmful health hazards and potential non-carcinogenic health risks to humans. However, carcinogenic risk for Cr, Cd, Pb, and As is less than the limit value (10−4), indicating that there is no risk of cancer. The interpretation of PCA results made it possible to understand that mining has contributed to the pollution of some water resources in Bangeli, and cluster analysis (CA) applied to the data showed that the sampling points can be grouped into four groups, which were primarily formed by extravagant concentrations of Fe, Mn, Cu, and Sr.
Development and Validation of a Crop and Nitrate Leaching Model for Potato Cropping Systems in a Temperate–Humid Region
Authors: Danielescu Serban , MacQuarrie Kerry T. B. , Nyiraneza Judith , Zebarth Bernie , Sharifi-Mood Negar , Grimmett Mark , Main Taylor , Levesque Mona
Published: January 2024

The Root Zone Water Quality Model (RZWQM) is a one-dimensional process-based model used for simulating major physical, chemical, and biological processes in agricultural systems. To date, the model has not been applied to potato production systems for simulating nitrate leaching. In this study, 35 datasets collected between 2009 and 2016 at a field under a three-year potato (potato–barley–red clover) rotation in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada, have been employed for calibrating and validating the water, nitrogen (N) cycling, and plant growth routines of RZWQM and for subsequently estimating nitrate leaching. The model fitness, evaluated using univariate and bivariate indicators, was rated as high for most of the parameters tested. As a result of the combined influence of higher infiltration and reduced plant uptake, the model showed that the highest leaching at the rotation level occurred between September and December. A secondary leaching period occurred in spring, when residual soil nitrate was mobilized by increased percolation due to snowmelt. Most of the nitrate leaching occurred during the potato year (89.9 kg NO3–N ha−1 y−1), while leaching for barley and red clover years had comparable values (28.6 and 29.7 kg NO3–N ha−1 y−1, respectively). The low N use efficiency of the entire rotation (i.e., 30.2%), combined with the high NO3–N concentration in leachate (i.e., 34.9 mg NO3–N L−1 for potato and 16.3 mg NO3–N L−1 for the complete rotation), suggest that significant efforts are required for adapting management practices to ensure sustainability of potato production systems.
Coping strategies for the prevention of burnout among occupational therapists: A literature review
Authors:   , O'Leary Andrew
Published: January 2024

The risk for occupational therapists of burnout in the workplace appears to be increasing. By identifying and implementing effective coping strategies for the prevention of burnout, occupational therapists can maintain their own overall health and well-being. The aim of this study was to identify the coping strategies for reducing the risk and potentially preventing burnout among occupational therapists. A review of the occupational therapy literature from 2010 to 2022 was conducted. A PICO framework was used to develop a research question, a search of online databases was conducted. Relevant literature was identified and screened prior to data extraction and thematic analysis. A total of 20 papers were identified. The two main themes of external and internal strategies were identified as potential coping strategies for the prevention of burnout. Sub-themes included: Professional identity, job satisfaction, supervision, colleagues support, resilience, and mindfulness. The review suggests internal and external coping strategies potentially reduce the risk of burnout for occupational therapists. Minimal evidence was found to demonstrate the effectiveness of coping strategies in clinical practice. Further research is recommended into the longitudinal impact of the identified coping strategies for burnout prevention.
Immune Indicators in Children with Limited Scleroderma at Different Stages of the Disease
Authors: Мун А.В. , Дин П.Р.
Published: January 2024

Введение. На основании проведенных исследований дана оценка клеточного и гуморального иммунитета в крови у детей с ограниченной склеродермией (ОС) в зависимости от стадии заболевания. Установлены некоторые иммунные звенья патогенеза заболевания, выявлены диагностические маркеры, характеризующие остроту процесса и позволяющие корректировать терапию в зависимости от стадии процесса. Цель. Изучить показатели иммунитета при ограниченной склеродермии у детей на разных стадиях заболевания. Материалы и методы. Проведен клинический и иммунологический анализ у 68 детей с ограниченной склеродермией. Результаты. Выявлен иммунодефицит в Т-клеточном звене иммунитета, проявляющийся подавлением активности CD3+, CD4+, CD8+, повышением активности СD20+. Выявлено достоверное повышение числа активированных В-лимфоцитов – СD20+. На стадии эритемы и отека наблюдается повышение числа В-лимфоцитов в 2,8 раза, а на стадии склерозирования и атрофии – в 1,8 раза. Выводы. В-лимфоциты играют важную роль в патогенезе аутоиммунных заболеваний, что также явилось важным диагностическим и прогностическим маркером ОС у детей.

Introduction. Based on the studies conducted, an assessment of cellular and humoral immunity in the blood of children with limited scleroderma, depending on the stage of the disease, was given. Some immune links in the pathogenesis of the disease have been established, diagnostic markers have been identified that characterize the severity of the process and make it possible to adjust therapy depending on the stage of the process. Purpose. To study immunity indicators in limited scleroderma in children at different stages of the disease. Materials and methods. A clinical and immunological analysis of 68 sick children with limited scleroderma was carried out. Results. Immunodeficiency in the T-cell immunity was revealed, manifested by suppression of the activity of CD3+, CD4+, CD8+, and increased activity of CD20+. A significant increase in the number of activated B-lymphocytes – CD20+ was revealed. At the stage of erythema and edema, an increase in the number of B-lymphocytes is observed by 2.8 times, and at the stage of sclerosis and atrophy – by 1.8 times. Conclusion. B-lymphocytes play an important role in the pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases, which has also become an important diagnostic and prognostic marker of LS in children.
Cutaneous Larva Migrans with Atypical Localization: Case Report
Authors: Тихоновская И.В. , Лесничая О.В. , Окулич Н.Ф.
Published: January 2024

Кожная Larva migrans (LM) самая частая инфекция у туристов, возвращающихся из тропических стран. Причиной LM является внедрение в кожу личинки (третья стадия развития) анкилостомоза животных: Ancylostoma Brasiliense, A. caninum, A. ceylonicum, Uncineria stenocephala и Bubostomum phlebotomum. Человек для этих возбудителей является тупиковым хозяином. Чаще всего LM вызывает A. Brasiliense (анкилостома собак). Типичная локализация для инфекции – кожа стопы. В статье описан случай Larva migrans у белорусской туристки после отдыха в Шри-Ланке с необычной локализацией на коже спины.

Cutaneous Larva migrans (LM) is the most common infection among tourist returning from tropical countries. The cause of LM is inoculation into the skin of the larva of the animal hookworm (Ancylostoma Brasiliense, A. caninum, A. ceylonicum, Uncineria stenocephala, Bubostomum phlebotomum). For LM human is a dead – end host. Ancylostoma Brasiliense is the most cause agent of LM. The typical localization of infection is foots. In this article case of LM in a Belarusian tourist with unusual localization on back skin was described.
EDUKASI PUZZLE-8 MENGGUNAKAN
Authors: Afdhal Muhammad , Rita  , Saputra Dhio
Published: January 2024

Susunan Puzzle-8 merupakan game edukasi yang paling pertama dipelajari oleh anak anak khususnya TK Paud dalam mengenal angka 1- 10. Game ini sangat di sukai oleh anak anak yang baru mengenal angka dan digabungkan dengan sistem game agar anak anak tertarik untuk mempelajari susunan hitungan angka tersebut. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk membantu anak anak TK Paud untuk mempelajari hitungan angka serta manfaat lain dalam game ini adalah mengasa perkembangan daya otak, game ini sangat bermanfaat untuk meningkatkan daya ingat dan disertai dengan konsep belajar sambil bermain. Algoritma Ascent Hill Climbing memiliki ketentuan dalam melakukan proses penyelesaian diantarnya 1. Mulai dari keadaan awal lakukan pengujian , jika merupakan tujuan , maka berhenti, jika tidak, lanjutkan dengan keadaan sekarang sebagai keadaan awal. 2. Kerjakan hingga tujuan tercapai atau iterasi tidak memberikan perubahan  pada keadaan sekarang. 3.Jika posisi lebih baik  daripada nilai heuristik keadaan sekarang , ubah nilai dengan keadaan Sekarang. 3 masalah yang harus diperhatikan dalam algoritma Stepest Ascent Hill Climbing diantaranya Local Optimum, keadaan semua tetangga lebih buruk atau sama  dengan keadaan dirinya, Plateur, keadaan semua tetangga sama dengan keadaan dirinya, Ridge lokal optimum yang lebih disebabkan karena ketidakmampuan  untuk menggunakan operator 2 sekaligus. Hasil penelitian data ini posisi puzzle sudah sama dengan keadaan awal dengan nilai posisi 1-8 sudah berapa pada posisi Goal Terakhir, sehingga pencarian diberhentikan
Lehrerkompetenzen für den Sachunterricht
Authors: Fölling-Albers Maria
Published: January 2024

Zur Zeit werden deutschlandweit Diskussionen über veränderte Lehrerbildungskonzepte geführt (modularisierte und gestufte Studiengänge), deren Umsetzung erhebliche Auswirkungen auf den Sachunterricht haben werden. Zudem stehen spätestens seit den Veröffentlichungen der verschiedenen internationalen Schulleistungsvergleichuntersuchungen auch die Lehrerkompetenzen im Fokus der Aufmerksamkeit. Verschiedene Facetten dieser Diskussionen wurden auf der in diesem Band dokumentierten 13. Jahrestagung der GDSU im März 2003 in Regensburg mit dem Thema „Lehrerkompetenzen für den Sachunterricht" thematisiert und erörtert. Die Beiträge bilden die Breite der Diskussion ab: Neben der Darstellung theoretischer Konzepte und aktueller Umsetzungsformen der Lehrerbildung (z.B. durch BA/MA-Modelle) werden auch inhaltsspezifische Fragen der Lehrerkompetenz, z.B. im Hinblick auf neue Medien für den Sachunterricht, behandelt. (DIPF/Orig.)
Incidence and Severity of Okra Mosaic Virus on Field-grown Three Cultivars of Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus L.)
Authors: OSUNDARE OPEYEMI TUNDE , Oyebamiji K.J. , Okonji C.J. , Fayemiro O. S. , Fajinmi A. A
Published: January 2024

All parts of the world are vulnerable to natural disasters. Flood hazards are the most typical causes of damage. People act preventatively up to the point where the predicted advantages (avoiding losses) outweigh the expenses, and this is influenced by knowledge (most of which is embedded in pricing) and limits on their resources. In addition, people vary in how much danger they're willing to take. This study analyses risk perception and attitudes that determine the flood risk response of the people in Jammu and Kashmir. A stated preference survey is carried out, with the potential impact of information being taken into account. Results indicate that several wealth composition variables, including housing value and annual income, have favorable impacts on risk perception. Whereas other factors, such as land value and durable goods value, negatively influence people's perceptions of risk. Additionally, other variables such as 'floods are exogenous to human control' show a very poor correlation with the willingness to pay for flood risk in the area. By their very nature, those who often engage in risky behavior include a need to cope with the occasional positive results.
Implementasi Strategi Peer Lessons pada Mata Pelajaran IPA Siswa Kelas 5 MI Salafiyah Kendal dan MI Tarbiyatul Banin Kabupaten Boyolali
Authors: Sari Sera Kania , Biantoro Oktio Frenki
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji menganalisis (1). perencanaan dalam menggunakan strategi peer lessons pada mata pelajaran IPA siswa kelas 5, (2). pelaksanaan dalam menggunakan strategi peer lessons pada mata pelajaran IPA siswa kelas 5, (3). evaluasi dalam menggunakan strategi peer lessons pada mata pelajaran IPA siswa kelas 5. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan menggunakan jenis deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan yaitu observasi, wawancara, dan dokmentasi. Analisis data pada penelitian ini menggunakan reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Keabsahan data yang digunakan triangulasi data. Hasil penelitian ini sebagai berikut: (1) Perencanaan dalam menggunakan strategi peer lessons pada mata pelajaran IPA siswa kelas 5 MI Tarbiyatul Banin Kecamatan Gladagsari Kabupaten Boyolali dan MI Salafyah Kendal yaitu penyiapan Rencana Pelakasanan Pembelajaran (RPP), penyiapan media pembelajaran, dan penyiapan strategi peer lessons pada mata pelajaran IPA. (2). Pelaksanaan dalam menggunakan strategi peer lessons pada mata pelajaran IPA siswa kelas 5 MI Kecamatan Tarbiyatul Banin Gladagsari Kabupaten Boyolali dan MI Salafyah Kendal yaitu langkah-langkah pelaksanaan strategi peer lessons, pengkondisian saat melaksanakan strategi peer lessons, dan perbedaan strategi peer lessons dengan strategi lain. (3). Evaluasi pelaksanaan strategi peer lessons pada mata pelajaran IPA siswa kelas 5 MI Tarbiyatul Banin Kecamatan Gladagsari Kabupaten Boyolali dan MI Salafyah Kendal yaitu pada keaktifan, motivasi, dan hasil belajar siswa dalam menggunakan strategi peer lesson
Optimalisasi Kemampuan Literasi Siswa SD Melalui IPAS: Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Pop Up Box TESANRA
Authors: Ummah Rika Rohmatul , Oktavianti Ika , Kironoratri Lintang
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan media Pop Up Box TESANRA dalam pembelajaran IPAS. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Research and Development (RD) ini dilakukan melalui beberapa tahapan yang mengacu pada prosedur pengembangan Borg Gall (1983: 775) yang disederhanakan menjadi 4 tahap yaitu: 1) Research and information collecting (Tahap analisis dan pengumpulan data), 2) Planing (Tahap perencanaan), 3) Develop preliminary form of product (Tahap pengembangan produk), dan 4) Preliminary and Operational field testing (Tahap validasi serta uji coba skala terbatas). Tingkat kevalidan media yang dikembangkan diukur dengan angket penilaian media yang dilakukan oleh ahli media dan ahli materi. Hasil validasi media memperoleh jumlah skor rata-rata 3,7 dengan presentase total skor 94,64% dan hasil validasi materi memperoleh skor rata-rata 3,8 dengan presentase total skor 96,42%. Berdasarkan pedoman konvensi data kuantitatif ke data kualitatif, maka pengembangan media Pop Up Box TESANRA berada pada kategori Valid. Sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa desain media Pop Up Box TESANRA ini layak digunakan sebagai media pembelajaran IPAS untuk meningkatkan kemampuan literasi siswa kelas IV Sekolah Dasar.
Strategi Peningkatan Kebutuhan Sistem Jaringan Air Bersih Di Desa Ledu-Ledu, Kecamatan Wasuponda
Authors: Yoriyelsa Yoriyelsa , Arief Rimba , Azis Fuad
Published: January 2024

Abstract. This study aimed to determine the factors causing the availability of clean water in Ledu-Ledu Village, which is still limited, and what are the strategic directions for increasing the need for a clean water system in Ledu-Ledu Village. The data obtained will then be analyzed using scoring analysis dan SWOT analysis. From the results of the scoring analysis, it can be concluded that 2 (two) factors cause the availability of clean water in Ledu-Ledu Village to be still limited, namely the relatively low rainfall factor of between 2500-3000 mm, and the technological factor which is still lacking in quantity. So the strategy used is the WO strategy which minimizes weaknesses by taking advantage of opportunities.
 
Abstrak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor penyebab ketersediaan air bersih di Desa Ledu-Ledu masih terbatas dan bagaimana arahan strategi peningkatan kebutuhan sistem jaringan air bersih di Desa Ledu-Ledu. Data yang diperoleh selanjutnya akan dianalisis dengan menggunakan analisis skoring dan analisis SWOT. Dari hasil analisis skoring dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat 2 (dua) faktor yang menyebabkan ketersediaan air bersih di Desa Ledu-Ledu masih terbatas, yaitu faktor curah hujan yang relative rendah antara 2500-3000 mm, dan faktor teknologi yang secara kuantitas masih kurang. Sehingga strategi yang dilakukan adalah strategi WO meminimalisir kelemahan dengan memanfaatkan peluang.
EMERGING MOULD -RHYTIDHYSTERON RUFULUM AN ETIOLOGICAL AGENT OF SUBCUTANEOUS PHAEOHYPHOMYCOSIS – A CASE REPORT
Authors: V. Surase Pallavi , Gandhi Arati A. , W. Wanjare Shashir , Nataraj Gita
Published: January 2024

Subcutaneous phaeohyphomycosis is a fungal infection caused by dematiaceous fungi which can cause cutaneous, subcutaneous & disseminated
infections. Here, we report a rare case of subcutaneous phaeohyphomycosis due to a rare dematiaceous fungus Rhytidhysteron rufulum , in an older
woman, who presented with swelling over the dorsum of the left foot . Direct examination of the aspirate's 10% potassium hydroxide wet mount
revealed septate phaeoid fungal hyphae. On culture, grey velvety colonies with black pigments on the reverse were observed. The fungal growth
was identied as Rhytidhysteron rufulum by Internal transcribed spacer (ITS) sequencing. She was treated by surgical excision, amphotericin B,
terbinane & itraconazole. Laboratory diagnosis of Rhytidhysteron rufulum by conventional methods is challenging, as it does not show typical
sporulation. Rhytidhysteron rufulum species should be considered as one of the etiological agents for subcutaneous phaeohyphomycosis.
Molecular methods should be used for the identication of unusual pathogens where conventional methods fail to identify the organisms.
Intermarriage-born Millennials in the Whirlwind of the 1990s Yugoslav Wars
Authors: Lendák-Kabók Karolina
Published: January 2024

The goal of this paper is to investigate the role of family choices regarding the language of education in self-representations in the adult life of millennials, who grew up during the 1990s Yugoslav wars in Vojvodina. Although the armed conflicts of the 1990s Yugoslav wars avoided Vojvodina, the war had a profound effect on the region. For intermarriage-born millennials, one of the milestone events in their lives is their parents’ choice of language of instruction when enrolling them in elementary school. The paper is based on an in-depth analysis of interviews conducted with millennials born in Serb-Hungarian intermarriage. The findings show the influence the choice of language of school instruction has on the millennials’ identity and sense of belonging. Those who attended minority language tuition endured more ethnicity-based, nationalism-fuelled incidents during their schooling. This topic is important, since the experiences of intermarriage-born millennials in Vojvodina had previously been neglected because of the focus on Serb-Croatian-Bosnian relationships in conflict literature.
Antibacterial effect of Cappariloside (C22H28N2O11) and Vitexlactam (C22H35NO4) alkaloids compounds isolation from Capparis spinosa roots & Vitex agnus-castus fruits.
Authors: Abies Ahmad , Basim Abdul hameed Diana , Farahan Mayada
Published: January 2024

The isolation of alkaloids compounds from Capparis spinosa roots and Vitex agnus-castus fruits as crystal yellowish white powder. The chemical and physical properties of isolated alkaloids compounds were studied by using thin layer chromatography (TLC), melting point (MP), ultraviolet spectrum (UV) and FTIR spectrum. The isolated alkaloids compounds are shown high antibacterial activity against pathogenic bacteria (S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, P.   stutzeri, E. aeruginosa, S. viridans, and S. pneuomonia). The results explained broad spectrum antibacterial property of alkaloids compounds against all pathogenic bacteria.
Assessment of Thrombospondin-1 Level in Type II Diabetic Patients
Authors: Al-Kraity Wijdan Rajh Hamza , Al-Dugaili Arshad Noori Ghani
Published: January 2024

The study is intended to asses serum levels of Thrombospondin-1, fasting blood glucose  in type 2 diabetic patients, also  correlation between   Thrombospondin-1 in both males and females.     The study was conducted on randomly selected 65 type 2 diabetic patients (34 males and 31 females) attending the diabetes mellitus center in Al-Sadder Teaching City in Al- Najaf province , Iraqi and a group of  24 apparently healthy subjects (12 Males and 12 Females) were included as a control group .  The Study was carried out from August 2013 to February 2014.The patients' age was  ranging  from 35 to 64 years old.      The results indicated a significant increase (p<0.05) in serum  FBG and TSP-1 levels in diabetic patients in comparing with healthy groups.     The results  also revealed no significant differences (p> 0.05)  in serum TSP-1 levels  between  males and females in both patients and  healthy groups, while the results of FBG levels  significantly (p<0.05) increase in females than males in both patients and healthy groups.    The results have been shown significant positive correlation (P<0.05) between TSP-1 and FBG in (males and females), males, females DM patients.    The present study concluded that  Thrombospondin-1 were marker for detection and diagnosis of diabetic patients type 2.
Assessment of Some Trace Elements , (MDA) and Protein Levels in Infertile Men
Authors: Falah A. Annooz Zahraa , S. M. AL Sallami Alaauldeen
Published: January 2024

This study was performed on human semen specimens obtained from Asthenospermic patients (35  specimens) Normospermic males (40  specimens) , and (20 specimens ) Fertile Control group, who were attending to the laboratories of Fertility center in ALSader medical city of AL-Najaf  AL-Ashraf city during the period extended from 1-9-2013  to 30-1 - 2014 .      The aim of present study was  to estimate the levels of some Trace element (Lead, Copper, Cobalt, Chromium, , and Cademium)  concentrations in Asthenospermia and Normospermia. by atomic absorption method , and compersion with control  (Fertile) .Estimate concentration of (MDA)  Malondialdehyde  ,Total protein concentration in semen specimens .Also relationships  between  mentioned  components and some semen parameters  .     The results revealed significant increase (P <0.05) in the concentration of examined trace elements in Asthenospermia and Normozoospermia when compersion with control , and the study was appeared significant increase (P <0.05) in total protein concentration , also in MDA concentration  in semen specimens.      It was concluded that found increase in concentration of trace elements and it influence on blance and parameter of seminal fluid , also the Correlation between trace element and Protein in semen . All of this lead to arise of cases of Asthenospermia and Normospermia  infertile patients .
RT-PCR detection of SAP1 gene in Candida albicans isolated from Meningitis cases
Authors: A. Hmood Baheeja
Published: January 2024

Objective :   The main objective of the sampling is to isolate fungi associated with cases of meningitis ,study  of some Virulence factors  of  fungi  and sensitivity to antifungal agents.Methods: 100 CSF sample were suspected of meningitis culture ,biochemical test and API-System for diagnosis of fungi in sample ,Real-time PCR based on SYBR Green I fluorescent dye for detection of sap gene in Candida albicans.Results: Depending on agricultures characteristics ,Biochemical tests and  Api  System  the results showed that 32 samples, 32% were given the  positive result for yeast  growth, Candida albicans  found in these samples by 87.5% and Cryptococcus neoformans 12.5% and 25(89.28%) of C.albicans isolates  had Sap gene. C. albicans showed the lowest MICs (1 μg/ml) for amphotericin B. and higher  MICs for  fluconazole (4 - 32 μg/ml) and  Nystatin (8-32 μg/ml) While C.neoformans  showed  low MICs for all antifungal agents  used in this study ranged from (0.06-0.5 μg/ml) for   amphotericin B  and ( 0.25 - 1 μg/ml) for fluconazole and ( 1-4 μg/ml) for nystatinConclusion:     Fungal Meningitis which caused by Candida albicans  which have SAP gene that consider as virulence factors  and Resistant to antifungal agents and Cryptococcus neoformans is a debilitating and potentially deadly disease that affects patients with both intact and impaired immune systems. early diagnosis and treatment is essential for optimal outcomes. Patients with Fungal Meningitis have multisystem disturbances and require a well-organized and executed plan of care.
IMMUNOLOGICAL PROFILE IN DIFFERENT GROUPS OF END STAGE RENAL DISEASE
Authors: Mohammed Sheet Saleh Madha , Ali Ahmed Zahraa
Published: January 2024

Background and aim of study: End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is a worldwide problem in which patients are in hemo-dialysis and/or awaiting for kidney transplantation. However, the actual mechanism (s) of ESRD pathogenesis is ill-defined. The aim of this study is to investigate the role of certain immunological markers in the pathogenesis of ESRD.  Materials and methods:  Sixty eight blood samples were collected from hospitalized ESRD patients with different etiology (hypertensive, diabetics, hypertensive + diabetics, and small size kidney).  Twenty healthy volunteers as control group was enrolled in the study. Serum IL-10, IL-17, MCP-1 and TGF-β were estimated in all subjects.  Result: A significant elevation in the serum IL-10, MCP-1 and IL-17 mean concentration in all ESRD patients groups. TGF-β mean concentration exhibited decreasing level in the hypertensive, hypertensive + diabetes and small size kidney groups and a slight elevation in the diabetes group. The IL-10: IL-17 ratio expressed elevation in all ESRD patients groups.Conclusion: There is a progress of inflammatory reactions in all ESRD patients groups in which IL-17 and MCP-1 are playing major roles. TGF-β1 is not played its anticipated pro-fibrotic role and anti-inflammatory function in the studied group. The ratio of IL-10: IL-17 point out a slight shifting of the immunosuppressive reaction over the inflammatory reaction in all ESRD patients groups.
Study of some physiological parameters in patients with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Authors: S. Al-Khafaji Rafie , K. Zaidan Haider , H. Al-Saadi Ali
Published: January 2024

Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is the most common Mendelian disorder of the kidney and affects all racial groups worldwide. It is characterized by focal development of renal and extrarenal cysts in an age-dependent manner. This study tested some physiological parameters in two groups of patients with ADPKD, the first group included patients with kidney failure and the second group included patients without renal failure as well as the control group. The study showed an increase in urea and uric acid in the serum of the patients without renal failure compared with the control levels and were higher in the patients with renal failure compared with the patients without renal failure, which amounted to 115.8 mg / dL and 10,278 mg / dL and 22.45 mg / dL and 7,264 mg / dL and 11.03 mg / dL and 3,264 mg /dL respectively. Creatinine serum level was higher in the patients with renal failure compared with the patients without renal failure and control, reaching 3.5 mg / dL , compared with 1,026 mg / dL and 0986 mg / dL , respectively. Potassium ion level was higher in patients without renal failure than in control reaching 4,179 mmol / L and 2.34 mmol / L, respectively, while the level was higher in patients with renal failure than in patients without renal failure where it reached 7.09 mmol / l. Sodium ion levels were low in the patients with renal failure and the patients without renal failure than in the control group, reaching 87.06 mmol / l and 129 843 mmol / l and 147.25 mmol / L, respectively. The level of sodium ion was lower in the patients with renal failure than in the patients without renal failure. Results of the study showed normal levels in serum albumin and liver enzymes, AST and ALT.
A complexidade como fundamento para a formação acadêmica em educação física
Authors: Pereira Dimitri Wuo
Published: January 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: Este ensaio baseia-se nos conceitos de Edgar Morin, sobre complexidade, para propor uma reflexão a respeito da formação em Educação Física.DESENVOLVIMENTO: Com quatro pilares básicos, que são: o Movimento, a Vida, a Cultura e a Humanidade, que ao dialogar entre si, compor as partes com o todo e retroagir os seus elementos constitutivos sobre si mesmo, podem permitir uma preparação de professores mais integral, pois entende-se que um dos problemas da graduação na área é a fragmentação de conhecimentos e a separação dos saberes, impedindo que se descubra a complementariedade nas contradições das teorias que constituem suas bases epistemológicas.CONCLUSÃO: Caminhar pelos pilares da Educação Física é partir para uma formação que se consolida na interação dos seus elementos constituintes e não em suas especificidades.
KEMAMPUAN LAY UP BOLA BASKET: SEBUAH STUDI CROSS SECTIONAL PADA SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Isti Dwi Puspita Wati
Published: January 2024

Kemampuan melakukan lemparan sebagai gerak dasar akan memberikan pengalaman gerak terhadap kecabangan yang berkaitan dengan melempar. Salah satunya adalah melempar dalam bentuk teknik layup dalam bola basket. Keterampilan melakukan layup menjadi sangat penting untuk mencetak skor. Permainan bola basket mudah dipelajari dan menyenangkan. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan kemampuan melakukan lay up siswa usia 9 tahun sampai 11 tahun. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa SDN 10 Anjungan yang berusia 9 hingga 11 tahun. Seluruh populasi dijadikan sampel. Jumlah sampel 127 siswa dengan 31 anak usia 9 tahun , 41anak usia 10 tahun dan , 55 usia 11 tahun. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam peneltiian ini adaah tes dan pengukuran. Adapun tes yang dipilih adalah tes ley up. Tes lay up diberikan dengan masing masing siswa mendapat 5 kali kesempatan melakukan lay up. Hasil tes kemudian dianalisis dengan menggunakan statistic deskriptif dan uji beda.  Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa angka signifikansi sebesar 0,383, hal ini menunjukkan bahwa siswa dari ketiga kelompok umur menunjukkan tingkat keterampilan yang sama  Simpulan dari penetitian ni adalah tidak terdapat perbedaan kemampuan melakukan layup siswa usia 9 tahun sampai 11 tahun.
USO DE TECNOLOGIA NA INTERVENÇÃO PSIQUIÁTRICA: ANÁLISE DE REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA
Authors: Gomes Andreza Schueroff , Albuquerque Manuela Wanderley Carneiro de , Mata Geferson Bruno Feiteiro da , Fraga Willian Chaves , Martins Gabriel Abreu Bacellar de Souza , Araújo Layana Cristina Diniz , Vinhas Larissa Vital Britto , Giroto Caroline Prado , Bessa Nathalia Sbampato Mol , Zanardi Henrieli Correia , Haddad Lucas Oliveira Dabien , Neto Francisco Diogo da Silva , Mendes Rayza Sousa , Assunção Cleaide Ataíde Lima , Júnior José lima assuncao , Lago Júlia Saraiva de Asevedo , Souza José Maikon de , Carvalho Miriam Campos Soares de , Silva Manuela Sousa
Published: January 2024

Os avanços tecnológicos na intervenção psiquiátrica representam uma revolução positiva, mas demandam uma abordagem ética e cuidadosa. É fundamental conciliar os benefícios terapêuticos oferecidos pela tecnologia com a preservação da privacidade e o gerenciamento ético das informações sensíveis associadas à saúde mental. O desenvolvimento participativo dessas tecnologias é fundamental para garantir que a aliança entre tecnologia e saúde mental seja conduzida de maneira responsável e eficaz. Trata-se de um estudo cujo objetivo foi refletir sobre o impacto do uso de tecnologia na intervenção psiquiátrica. Com o intuito de atingir essa meta, realizamos uma revisão sistemática da literatura, utilizando as plataformas de dados Scielo, Lilacs e Medline. Em resumo, após análise qualitativa dos resultados, observou-se que Em resumo, se observa o impacto significativo da tecnologia no atendimento psiquiátrico, com destaque no seu potencial para melhorar o acesso aos serviços de saúde mental, oferecer suporte contínuo aos pacientes e auxiliar os profissionais na avaliação e tratamento de transtornos psiquiátricos. A telepsiquiatria, em particular, é apresentada como uma ferramenta eficaz, eliminando barreiras geográficas e aumentando a acessibilidade aos serviços, mas a conclusão também alerta para desafios éticos, de privacidade e disparidades no acesso que precisam ser abordados para garantir uma implementação equitativa e eficaz dessas tecnologias.
Potencial turístico, planificación participativa, diversificación del turismo de sol y playa de Bahías de Huatulco, Oaxaca
Authors: Meléndez Melissa Ramírez
Published: January 2024

El artículo muestra el proceso de planificación participativa con la intención de generar elementos para estructurar y apoyar la diversificación del turismo de sol y playa de Bahías de Huatulco, situado en la costa oaxaqueña al sur de México. Esta investigación parte de un diagnóstico en los municipios aledaños del destino Bahías de Huatulco para la valoración de sus atractivos naturales y culturales, seguidamente se realizó un ejercicio participativo con los prestadores de servicios turísticos, con los comités de gestión turística de los municipios, con las autoridades municipales y la Secretaría de Turismo del estado de Oaxaca, cuyo propósito fue definir el producto turístico, la visión turística de la zona estudiada y proponer un plan estratégico. Para identificar la demanda potencial de turistas se aplicaron encuestas a turistas nacionales y extranjeros en el destino Bahías de Huatulco.
La orientación al cliente, la estrategia competitiva y la innovación en mercadotecnia como factores que influyen sobre el desempeño en restaurantes mexicanos
Authors: Islas Arlen Ceron , Figueroa Velázquez Juan Gabriel , Guerrero Hernández Omar
Published: January 2024

Esta investigación tiene como objetivo validar la relación entre la innovación en mercadotecnia, la estrategia competitiva, la orientación al cliente y la rivalidad competitiva en el desempeño organizacional, para lo cual se desarrolló una investigación empírica, cuantitativa, de carácter explicativo y de tipo transversal. Se aplicó un instrumento que incorpora escalas ya validadas a una muestra de 301 restaurantes asentados en México. El objetivo se alcanzó al verificar el modelo propuesto, mediante la técnica de modelado de ecuaciones estructurales, el cual cumplió con los requisitos de validez convergente y discriminante, y presentó un nivel de ajuste aceptable. Se plantean cuatro hipótesis, de las cuales una de ellas no resultó estadísticamente significativa. Los resultados muestran que la innovación en mercadotecnia fue la variable que mayor relación experimentó con el desempeño organizacional de los restaurantes, seguida de la orientación al cliente.