bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Development and implementation of energy-saving technologies for growing sunflower hybrids in the south of Ukraine
Authors: Shebanin Vyacheslav , Drobitko Antonina , Panfilova Antonina , Markova Nataliia
Published: September 2024

The development and implementation of energy-saving technologies for growing sunflower hybrids is a relevant area of research to ensure sustainable development of the agricultural sector and environmental protection. The study aimed to analyse the impact of different tillage methods on sunflower yields in southern Ukraine. To achieve this goal, a field study was conducted in the fields of the Educational and Research Centre of Mykolaiv National Agrarian University in 2021-2023. The study determined that the method of soil cultivation has a significant impact on its density, moisture reserves and structural stability. Reducing the intensity of cultivation, especially when using no-till, preserves moisture in the soil more effectively, but increases its density. With no-till, before sowing sunflower, it was 1.11 g/cm³ at a depth of 0-10 cm and 1.21 g/cm³ before harvesting, while with conventional tillage, the soil density was 1.02 g/cm³ and 1.1 g/cm³, respectively. In addition, no-till tillage provided the best sunflower productivity indicators, including 1000-seed weight (47.3 g), basket diameter (20.2 cm) and yield (2.6 t/ha). No-till cultivation also improves the quality of the sunflower crop, increasing the content of oleic acid (86.5%) and crude fat in the seeds (48.3%). The obtained results contribute to the development of integrated approaches to the introduction of energy-saving technologies in the cultivation of sunflower hybrids in southern Ukraine, which will increase production efficiency and reduce production costs
DNA hypermethylation of tumor suppressor genes TWIST1, GATA4, MUS81 and NTRK1 in endometrial hyperplasia
Authors:   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine of the UK and FN Hradec Králové, Czech Republic, Dvořák Ondřej , Slavíčková Marcela , Laco Jan , Štěpán Martin , Čermáková Eva , Špaček Jiří
Published: September 2024

Objective: To investigate DNA methylation of specific tumor suppressor genes in endometrial hyperplasia compared to normal endometrial tissue. File and methodology: To search for epigenetic events, methylation-specific multiplex ligation-dependent probe amplification was employed to compare the methylation status of 40 tissue samples with atypical endometrial hyperplasia, 40 tissue samples with endometrial hyperplasia without atypia, and 40 control tissue samples with a normal endometrium. Results and conclusion: Differences in DNA methylation among the groups were found in TWIST1, GATA4, MUS81, and NTRK1 genes (TWIST1: atypical hyperplasia 67.5%, benign hyperplasia 2.5%, normal endometrium 22.5%; P < 0.00001; GATA4: atypical hyperplasia 95%, benign hyperplasia 65%, normal endometrium 22.5%; P < 0.00001; MUS81: atypical hyperplasia 57.5%, benign hyperplasia 22.5%, normal endometrium 5%; P < 0.00001; NTRK1: atypical hyperplasia 65%, benign hyperplasia 27.5%, normal endometrium 10%; P < 0.00001). Higher methylation rates were observed for the tumor suppressor genes of TWIST1, GATA4, MUS81, and NTRK1 in samples with atypical endometrial hyperplasia compared to samples with normal endometrial tissue, and higher methylation rates were found in samples with atypical endometrial hyperplasia compared to samples of benign endometrial hyperplasia. DNA methylation of TWIST1, GATA4, MUS81, and NTRK1 is involved in the pathogenesis of atypical endometrial hyperplasia. Key words: methylation – TWIST1 – GATA4 – MUS81 – NTRK1 – endometrial hyperplasia – epigenetics
Movements of the pelvic bones of expectant mothers during vaginal delivery
Authors:   Rehabilitation Department, University Hospital Brno, Czech Republic, Bajerová Marika , Hruban Lukáš
Published: September 2024

Subtle but demonstrable movements in the expectant mother’s pelvis occur during vaginal delivery in all the pelvic joints and anatomical planes of the body (sagittal, frontal, and transverse). The purpose of these movements is to gradually expand the space in the lesser pelvis via widening of the individual pelvic planes so that the newborn's head can enter the pelvic inlet, safely pass through the narrow planes of the pelvis, and through the pelvic outlet. From the point of view of biomechanics, these movements are described in literature as counternutation and nutation of the sacrum and iliac bone. The counternutation of the sacrum helps to expand the plane of the pelvic inlet. The nutation of the sacrum assists in expanding the plane of the pelvic width, height, and outlet. These physiological movements are affected by the body constitution, the state of the myofascial and skeletal systems of the mother, and furthermore, by hormonal disjunction of the connections in the expectant mother’s pelvis together with the progress of the delivery mechanism itself. The main factor that determines the range of movement in the individual joints, and therefore adequate expansion of the individual pelvic planes, is the position of the mother during delivery. Engagement of active movements of the mother together with application of passive stretching of the soft tissues in the lower lumbar area and in the hip joints are both needed for maximum expansion of the individual pelvic planes and utilization of the maximum useful capacity of the mother's pelvis during delivery. These movements help invoke the abduction forces on muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the pelvis that lead to the optimum setting of the joints during which delivery movements happen. The specific movements in the pelvic joints predetermine whether nutation or counternutation is possible, and therefore if the newborn’s head can progress to the pelvic inlet or pass through the narrow and wide pelvic planes, and the pelvic outlet. The knowledge of these bio mechanical principles and movements in the pelvis during delivery enables obstetricians and midwives to understand how the movements in the hip joints of the expectant mother can positively impact the spatial ratios in the lesser pelvis, and how to support further progress in the event of non-progressive labour. Key words: pelvis – counternutation – nutation – vaginal delivery – pelvic planes – hip joints – non-progessive labour
A Era das Revoluções de ponta-cabeça: a Europa mediterrânica e a importância do Vintismo em um quadro global de revoltas
Authors: Pires João Victor
Published: September 2024

Resenha do livro: ISABELLA, Maurizio. Southern Europe in the Age of Revolutions. Princeton: Princeton University Press, 2023. 685p.
Labor migration and commodity production in Africa: global entanglements
Authors: Barradas Correia Castro Bastos Felipe , Duymus Kerem
Published: September 2024

This introductory article presents the objectives, scope and contents of the Special Issue titled Labor Migration and Commodity Production in Africa: Global Entanglements. By congregating a diverse team of scholars from Brazil, Turkey, Germany, France, the United States, and Cameroon, all at different stages of their careers, this Special Issue seeks to build upon current trends in the fields of Global and African History to expand our current understanding of the centrality of African subjects in the making of the contemporary, densely globalized yet deeply unequal world. This introduction sets the theoretical framework that guided our call for papers, summarizes the key findings of each article, and situate their individual contributions within the topics related to the agency of African subjects in the creation of increasingly interconnected societies. We argue that the articles in this Special Issue offer a path to further strengthen and expand both fields of African and Global History by incorporating the analysis of understudied sources from diverse linguistic backgrounds, such as Arabic, Turkish, Portuguese and German, as well as legal documents produced by contemporary African states.
Os Lutos diários na oncologia: Narrativa dos profissionais sobre suas elaborações
Authors: Tavares Beatriz Rihs Matos , Ramos Murilo Sousa , Almeida Milena Dórea de
Published: September 2024

O avanço tecnológico permitiu a cura de doenças crônicas, como o câncer, porém criou a ilusão de que a morte é um infortúnio. Os profissionais da oncologia apresentam uma relação ambígua com a morte, que embora presente, é combatida a todo custo. Objetiva-se analisar as significações que os profissionais da área oncológica atribuem às perdas, à morte e ao luto. Realizou-se uma pesquisa clínico-qualitativa, com entrevista semiestruturada de questões abertas com seis profissionais componentes de uma equipe de Unidade de Alta Complexidade em Oncologia, serviço público, localizado em uma cidade no Sul da Bahia. Da análise de conteúdo das entrevistas, identificou-se quatro grupos temáticos em que se discute os conceitos de perda, limite, luto, acolhimento, escuta e vínculo, entrecortando-os com temas como religião, docilização dos corpos, responsabilidades e implicações da instituição e do profissional de saúde na gestão de dispositivos para o luto. Conclui-se que as entrevistadas reconhecem que a morte é mais uma das perdas no trabalho, que não tem a devida elaboração, não pela sua desimportância, mas pela pressão das demandas de trabalho.
Effects of a structured exercise therapy on health-related quality of life in pediatric stem cell transplantation
Authors: Jung Michael Wilhelm , Schubert Patric , Stephenson Antonia , Bader Peter
Published: September 2024

Introduction

This randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of exercise therapy on cancer-related fatigue (CRF) and its association with health-related quality of life. The effect of exercise therapy on the quality of life of children after stem cell transplantation has not been extensively studied to date.

Methods

Seventy-two children and adolescents after stem cell transplantation were randomly assigned to either an exercise therapy intervention group (IG) or a control group (CG). The children in IG received sports therapy, while the children in the CG engaged in concentration tasks, memory games, and quizzes.

Results

Significant improvements in CRF were found in IG only after discharge from the hospital. The improved CRF correlated significantly with increased health-related quality of life. However, during the inpatient phase, there was a rapid increase in CRF initially, which was accompanied by a significant reduction in health-related quality of life.

Conclusions

Exercise therapy can help reduce CRF and, therefore, increase health-related quality of life after the inpatient phase.
Mind the gap: treating post-surgical scar tissue in post-mastectomy patients – a randomized clinical trial
Authors: Górecki Maciej , Naczk Mariusz , Doś Janusz , Anioła Beata , Majchrzycki Marian , Marszałek Sławomir
Published: September 2024

Introduction

Post-mastectomy physiotherapy typically includes massage, exercise, and stretching, but often fails to treat post-surgical scar tissue, a significant contributor to long-term disability. This study aimed to compare conventional therapy with myofascial manual therapy for treating post-surgical scar tissue in post-mastectomy patients and to determine the effectiveness of these treatments.

Methods

The study was an experimental controlled study with pre- and post-testing of two parallel groups. Forty-eight women experiencing shoulder and/or upper torso impairment following mastectomy were randomly allocated to either a control group (n = 21) or a myofascial therapy group (n = 27). Conventional physiotherapy involving exercise and massage or myofascial therapy was used. Pre- and post-therapy measurements included muscle length, pain intensity, range of motion (ROM), and scar mobility.

Results

Myofascial therapy was superior to conventional physiotherapy in reducing the percentage of patients with below-normal muscle lengths at several sites. Significant decreases from baseline were observed in the treatment group for the pars clavicularis, descending trapezius, pars sternocostalis, latissimus dorsi, and levator scapulae muscles. Myofascial therapy also improved mobility in the scar area, with increases of 3 mm relative to the xiphoid process and 4 mm relative to the coracoid.

Conclusions

Our study indicates that myofascial interventions improve upper limb ROM and muscle elasticity in the upper limb girdle of post-mastectomy patients. These findings provide empirical evidence supporting the benefits of myofascial intervention over conventional physiotherapy in the treatment of post-surgical scar tissue in this patient group.
Reliability and concurrent validity of the bubble inclinometer for visual estimation of straight leg raise in asymptomatic individuals
Authors: Somprasong Sirikarn , Sakulsriprasert Prasert , Vachalathiti Roongtiwa , Kingcha Pathaimas , Janyathitipath Thanachaporn
Published: September 2024

Introduction

The straight leg raise (SLR) test is commonly used to investigate neurodynamic problems or hamstring muscle length. Visual estimation can be used to identify the degrees of hip flexion during the SLR test. However, intra-tester and inter-tester reliability, as well as concurrent validity, await formal investigation.

Methods

This study was an experimental study. Two testers, a novice and an experienced physical therapist, measured hip flexion angles during the SLR test using visual estimation for two sessions and the bubble inclinometer method during the first session in 31 asymptomatic participants, in random order. Intra-tester reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient, ICC3,3), inter-tester reliability (ICC2,3), concurrent validity (Pearson correlation with bubble inclinometer), and measurement error was represented as standard error of measurement (SEM) and minimal detectable change (MDC), were calculated.

Results

The concurrent validity and intra-tester reliability of visual estimation for both testers were good (ICC3,3 = 0.885 with 95% confidence interval = 0.775–0.943, p < 0.001) and excellent (ICC3,3 = 0.904 with 95% confidence interval = 0.810–0.952, p < 0.001), respectively. Inter-tester reliability of visual estimation was poor (ICC2,3 = 0.373 with 95% confidence interval = 0.027–0.639, p = 0.018).

Conclusions

Although the concurrent validity of visual estimation with the bubble inclinometer was good, and intra-tester reliability was excellent, the inter-tester reliability was poor. Therefore, caution should be exercised if more than one tester is involved in visual estimation.
Flink liefert als Rewe Express
Authors: Tewes Werner , Klug Denise
Published: September 2024

Ein neuer Shop namens Rewe Express zieht auf den Lieferando-Marktplatz. Listung, Lieferung und Lagerung übernimmt aber die Beteiligung Flink. Das dürfte auch helfen, den Schnelllieferdienst besser auszulasten.
Globus holt bei Flächenproduktivität auf
Authors: Schulz Hans-Jürgen
Published: September 2024

Globus und Marktkauf werden nach der Integration von Real-Häusern wieder produktiver. Die Flächenleistung von 2020 hat Globus allerdings noch nicht wieder erreicht. Das geht aus dem Hahn Retail Real Estate Report 2024/25 hervor.
„Wir müssen Effizienz-Meister sein“
Authors: Brück Mario
Published: September 2024

Seit März vergangenen Jahres führen Hubertus und Carla Fiege die Privatbrauerei ohne ihre Väter. Qualität statt Menge bleibt in Bochum oberstes Gebot.
Mowi baut Markenpräsenz in Deutschland aus
Authors: Krönert Alrun
Published: September 2024

Der weltweit größte Anbieter von Zuchtlachs, Mowi, weitet sein Angebot auf dem deutschen und österreichischen Markt aus. Erst seit knapp zwei Jahren mit der eigenen Herstellermarke Mowi hierzulande mit Frischeprodukten präsent, wächst das Sortiment nun um Sushi und erstmalig mit einem Tiefkühlangebot.
Eile geboten bei Kritis-Gesetz
Authors: Falker Gerrit-Milena
Published: September 2024

Schutz vor Sabotage, Naturkatastrophen & Co.: In das Gesetzesvorhaben „Kritis-Dachgesetz“ muss ab nächster Woche Tempo kommen. Andernfalls riskiert Deutschland EU-Strafzahlungen.
„Unsere Zukunftssicherung“
Authors: Fries Tanja , Sobbe Carola
Published: September 2024

Viba Sweets will den filialisierten Süßwarenfachhandel in Deutschland retten – und damit auch einen wichtigen Absatzkanal für die eigenen Produkte. Wie die übernommenen Standorte von Arko, Hussel und Eilles wieder attraktiver für Kunden werden sollen, erklärt Geschäftsführerin Corinna Wartenberg.
Lidl bringt Rabatt-Punkte
Authors: Stockburger Manfred
Published: September 2024

Lidl schraubt weiter an der Systematik der Loyalty-App. Zunächst in der Schweiz ersetzt ein Punktesystem den aktuellen Rabattsammler bei Lidl Plus. Die Punkte können in Produktgutscheine oder Rabatte umgewandelt werden.
Penny macht die Preise zum Designelement
Authors: Rentz Ingo
Published: September 2024

Penny bringt für einen limitierten Zeitraum eine Sonderedition ausgewählter Eigenmarkenartikel in seine Filialen, bei der das Kaufargument Preis praktisch nicht zu übersehen ist.
Plädoyer für austarierte Kosten-Nutzen-Relationen
Authors: Wenzel Horst
Published: September 2024

Die von der EU per Verordnung vorgegebenen Recycling-Ziele erfordern es, noch mehr hochwertiges Material, als bisher aus Abfallströmen zu extrahieren. Wie Sortiertechnik dazu beitragen kann, lotet eine neue Expertenstudie aus.
Fleischerzeugung sinkt in Bayern
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: September 2024

Fleischerzeugung ist in Bayern ein wesentlicher Wirtschaftsfaktor. In den vergangenen Jahren sank die Produktion kontinuierlich.
Abschied von Folklore
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: September 2024

Das bayerische Oberbräu Hell erhält ein neues Etiketten-Design. Im Mittelpunkt steht eine Gams.
Velivery steigert Absatz
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: September 2024

Velivery vermarktet vegane Lebensmittel. Das Interesse an alternativer Ernährung steigt im LEH und Foodservice.
Gesunder Boden, guter Ertrag
Authors: Vetter Bernhard
Published: September 2024

Frankfurt a.M. Ist der Boden gesund, stimmt auch der Ertrag – oder andersherum: Wenn der Ertrag hoch ist, deutet das auf einen gesunden Boden hin. Das ist eine Erkenntnis aus dem Hofgespräch Boden.
Der Biorhythmus der Personaler
Authors: Brust Martin
Published: September 2024

Gersfeld/Rhön. Angeblich soll der Zeitpunkt, zu dem eine Bewerbung abgesendet wird, eine Rolle spielen. Darüber berichten Internettexte unter teils reißerischen Überschriften. Ist das sinnvoll?
Technischer Fachbeitrag: Wasserstoffdichtheit berechnen; Theorie in der Praxis
Authors:   Robert Steffens
Published: September 2024

Anlagen zur Wassersto erzeugung sind im Bau oder schon realisiert. DasHerzstück dieser Anlagen ist der Elektrolyseur, der den erzeugten Wasserstoüber eine Verrohrung weiterführt. Herausfordernd bei der Anlagenplanungist der Dichtheitsnachweis oder Nachweis der Leckage.
Retac: Real Time Approach to Attack COVID-19 Virus World Wide based on Barnes-Hut Algorithm
Authors: Boughammoura Radhouane
Published: September 2024

The aim of ReTAC (Real Time Attack of COVID-19 virus) is to prevent persons from possible COVID-19 contamination. In addition, ReTAC is able to detect dangerous situation which necessitates closing country’s frontier. Another relevant aspect of ReTAC is that the solution can be running world wide, i.e the algorithm’s scope is all around the world. And finally, our approach is based on Barnes-Hut , an algorithm which has complexity log(n). We believe that with ReTAC we can rapidly save lives.
Design and Implementation of a Stress-Relief Mobile Application: Utilizing OpenAI, Anonymous Chat, Gratefulness Lists, and Color Therapy to Reduce Suicide Rates
Authors: Ou Xusheng , Onate Rodrigo
Published: September 2024

This app is made to help reduce the high percentage of suicide [1]. The whole app is designed for easy use and fast stress relief. The overall idea is to share the problems anonymously that are causing the stress; therefore the user wouldn’t need to worry about any of the things being connected to the user’s personal life. Some systems I implemented to achieve this are OpenAI, anonymous chat, gratefulness list, and colored theme [2]. By researching color combinations that could help the brain relieve stress, I was able to use the color set to design the overall app. I created ten prompts that could be the source of stress and tested what solution the chatbot replies. The most important result I found was that the chatbot’s reply on a sense of understanding what the user is going through. My idea gives users a better experience because it is easy to use and provides more privacy since some sources of stress might be sensitive.
A Computationally Empirical Adaptation of the Prony Method which Assures Consistent Higher Precision and Stability in the Reconstructed Output Signal Components
Authors: Srinivasan Parthasarathy
Published: September 2024

The Prony method for approximating signals comprising sinusoidal/exponential components is known through the pioneering work of Prony in his seminal dissertationin the year1795. However, the Prony method saw the light of real world application only upon the advent of the computational era, which made feasible the extensive numerical intricacies and labor which the method demands inherently. While scientific works (such as Total Least Squares method) exist , which focus on alleviating some of the problems arising due to computational imprecision, they do not provide a consistently assured level of highly precise results. This study improvises upon the Prony method by observing that a better(more precise) computational approximation can be obtained under the premise that adjustment can be made for computational error, in the autoregressive model setup in the initial step of the Prony computation itself. This adjustment is in proportion to the deviation of the coefficients in the same autoregressive model. The results obtained by this improvisation live up to the expectations of obtaining consistency and higher value in the precision of the output (recovered signal) approximations as shown in this current work.
A Smart Dance Rating and Training Suggestion Mobile Platform using Machine Learning and Computer Vision
Authors: Deng Shenglin , Zaid Rayyan
Published: September 2024

Sometimes people want to learn the dance of their favorite celebrity, but they often fail to notice the details when learning by themselves, my application helps users to find the details that they fail to notice and point them out, during the development process I encountered the problem of where to start analyzing the video when the length of the video is different between the user and the professional, and what to do when the computer calculates the angle of the error, I applied Machine Learning K- Means clustering and change the formula to solve the problem, he is worth using because some dancers want to improve their dancing level and ability [1].
Մեղմասություն և կոպտասություն. խոսքի արտահայտչական միջոցներ / Euphemisms and Dysphemisms: The Expressive Means of Speech
Authors: Gabrielyan Susanna
Published: September 2024

The present article offers an in-depth exploration of two linguistic
phenomena: euphemism and dysphemism among a myriad of expressive
tools, aiming to shed light on their linguistic and stylistic characteristics,
frequency of use, thematic diversity and functional applications. These
linguistic units are studied within a specific linguistic and social context,
examining their use as expressions of politeness or, conversely, impoliteness,
and their appropriateness or inappropriateness."
Employing a blend of comparative, analytical, and descriptive methods,
this study challenges the conventional perception of euphemism and
dysphemism solely as veils or manipulative tools. Instead, it highlights their
essence as manifestations of linguistic pragmatism. In this light, they are not
seen merely as tools masking or substituting one word or phrase for another
in a manipulative manner. Rather, they emerge as integral elements that play
an instrumental role in raising the emotional and expressive overtones of
speech, ultimately contributing to the achievement of communicative goals.
Իրանական լեզուների հայերեն անունները. ժամանակագրությունը, գործածությունը, բառարանային
մշակումը և կանոնարկման խնդիրները / Armenian Names of Iranian Languages: Chronology, Usage, Lexicographical Processing, and Normative Issues
Authors: Gyurjinyan Davit
Published: September 2024

In the fifth century, the Armenian language used the names of two
Iranian languages: պարսկերէն (Persian) and պարթեւարէն (Parthian). In the
seventh century, the linguonym պարսիկ լեզու (Persian) was recorded, while
in Middle Armenian it was ֆարսի (Farsi). The formation of the remaining
linguonyms refers to modern times.
In the Armenian language, linguonyms of living and dead Iranian
languages are in some cases names of dialects. They are usually formed using
the suffix –երեն (-eren). The exceptions are the ancient Armenian
պարթեւարէն (Parthian language) and the variable սոգդիարեն (Sogdian
language), formed in the twentieth century, using the suffix -արէն (–aren).
The Armenian names of Iranian languages have the following options:
a) phonetic-orthographic, b) word-formative, c) lexical, d) structural (word
and phrase).
In the Armenian scientific literature, in particular in the linguistic works
on Iranian studies, the variability of Armenian and borrowed linguonyms is
noted. It is necessary to minimize the variability of Armenian names of Iranian
languages and unify linguonyms, which will contribute to the correctness and
accuracy of scientific speech.
In monolingual and bilingual dictionaries of the Old Armenian and New
Armenian languages, the names of two dozen Iranian languages with their
various variants became headwords. The same number of linguonyms,
including the names of dialects, have not yet been recorded in dictionaries.
Among the Armenian names of Iranian languages, the most commonly
used linguonyms are պարսկերեն (Persian language), տաջիկերեն (Tajik
language) and քրդերեն (Kurdish language). A number of linguonyms are
found only in scientific texts, some are used in isolated cases.
Primer registro de Puto barberi (Cockerell) (Hemiptera: Putoidae) en plantas de Ixora coccinea (L.) en Ecuador
Authors: Medina Litardo Reina , Navia Pesantes Oscar , Muñoz López Carmen , Zambrano-Bosquez Pablo , Vera Oyague Marisol , Pérez Almeida Iris
Published: September 2024

Se presenta el primer registro de Puto barberi (Cockerell) (Hemiptera: Putoidae) asociado a la especie ornamental Ixora coccinea L. en la ciudad de Guayaquil (Ecuador). Los síntomas del ataque se caracterizan por el amarillamiento, necrosamiento y pérdida de hojas de la planta.
Metabolitos secundarios en cuatro cultivares de Plumeria sp. relaciones con el órgano y el ambiente
Authors: Valera Rosario E. , Maciel de Sousa Norberto M. , Sanabria María Elena
Published: September 2024

Los metabolitos secundarios (MS) son moléculas sintetizadas en bajas concentraciones por las plantas que desempeñan un rol importante en la adaptación de las mismas al ambiente, y que depende de las condiciones internas y externas. En la familia Apocynaceae se ubica Plumeria sp., una planta cultivada como ornamental, que constituye una fuente de compuestos biológicamente activos, algunos de uso como fármacos. Se realizó un análisis fitoquímico mediante cromatografía de capa fina, en extractos etanólicos obtenidos de órganos aéreos y subterráneos de P. pudica “Biotipo V”, P. pudica 'Bridal White', P. obtusa  'Singapure White' y el híbrido P. rubra x P. obtusa 'Mele Pa Bowman', colectados en época de lluvia, transición y sequía, a partir de plantas  cultivadas en el Posgrado de Agronomía, Universidad Centroccidental Lisandro Alvarado, en Venezuela. La mayor concentración de alcaloides para todos los materiales se determinó en el tallo, en sequía, y además en  transición, para P. pudica y P. obtusa.; del mismo modo, los fenoles fueron más abundantes en raíz y en época de sequía. En el caso de los flavonoides, los valores más altos de concentración se obtuvieron en el tallo y en sequía, para casi todos los materiales, excepto para el híbrido, en el cual ocurrió en las hojas en esa misma época y en las inflorescencias, en transición. Las saponinas se determinaron, en todos los cultivares, a muy bajas concentraciones. La época de colecta fue un factor de importancia en la síntesis de los MS y concentración  de éstos, las diferencias podrían relacionarse a factores de estrés, que influyen en la bioproducción.
Efficiency of handmade attractants in fruit fly control
Authors: García-Mendoza Pedro J. , Morales Valles Pedro A. , Pérez-Almeida Iris , Taramona Ruíz Luís A. , Marín-Rodríguez Carlos A.
Published: September 2024

Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) are considered the main pests of fruit crops worldwide, and using traps and attractants are useful tools for their effective monitoring and control. The study's main objective was to evaluate the capacity to capture fruit flies with non-commercially produced attractants and use the Lin and Binns method to evaluate their performance. Five food attractants were evaluated to capture the genera Anastrepha and Ceratitis. The study was carried out in five municipalities of Táchira State, Venezuela, during two semesters, using a completely randomized design with four replications. The experimental unit was represented by a JD EuGo 97 trap, baited with 300 mL of the respective attractant solution. The attractants did not perform equally in all environments, while no variation was observed in the level of trap capture between the two semesters studied. Anastrepha fraterculus was the only species collected at all altitudinal levels, suggesting an adequate capacity to adapt to different environments. The commercial product PedGo plus was the most effective attractant for fly trapping, and it may be an appropriate alternative for use by fruit growers in the control of this pest.  Although it was the most efficient attractant in most of the environments studied, molasses + urea proved to be an alternative to replace PedGo plus and Nulure.
De las políticas de mano dura a la política del estado de excepción en El Salvador
Authors: Sánchez González Mario José
Published: September 2024

This article analyzes the process of deterioration of democracy in El Salvador, in the context of the exceptional regime imposed by the government of Nayib Bukele. Paradoxically, this is one of the governments in the post-conflict period with the highest level of citizen approval, according to public opinion polls (IUDOP, 2023). The study is based on historiographic research that analyzes the main impacts of the failure of the security policies of the ARENA and FMLN governments on democratic institutionality, combined with the statistical analysis of a national survey on the level of approval or rejection of the Bukele government and its security strategy, materialized in the emergency regime. It shows that the confluence of the unsatisfied security demands of the citizenry in the face of the problem of violence and the failure of the political opportunism of the ARENA and FMLN governments in security matters have contributed to the imposition of the exception regime by the government of Nayib Bukele, whose reduction in the homicide rate and victimization have generated a majority favorable opinion among the citizenry. This despite the risks posed by the authoritarian drift of the current regime and the restriction of certain democratic attributes in the relationship between the State and society. In summary, this research invites us to think about the complex connection between authoritarian populism, political culture and democracy.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 79, No. 774, 2024: 13-46.
Pengenalan Chartered Accountan (CA) Bagi Mahasiswa Akuntansi Di Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Sulawesi Tenggara (UNUSRA)
Authors: Bangki Rafida , Rauf Dian Mayafaty , Garusu Ilham Akbar , Yusuf Muh. Fathir Maulid , Fitriadi Fitriadi
Published: September 2024

Kegiatan PKM bertujuan untuk memberikan pengenalan CA dan menumbuhkan motivasi bagi mahasiswa Akuntansi sebagai salah satu upaya meningkatkan minat mahasiswa untuk meningkatkan softskill dan hardskill serta pengakuan sertifikasi. Khalayak sasaran kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah seluruh mahasiswa Program Studi Akuntansi. Kegiatan pengabdian yang dilakukan berupa sosialisasi yang merupakan pengenalan awal bagi mahasiswa yang berminat untuk melanjutkan Pendidikan ke jenjang profesi Akuntansi. Pendampingan dalam sosialisasi dilakukan dengan metode ceramah yang disertai tanya jawab. Penggunaan metode ceramah dibantu penggunaan laptop dan LCD serta pemberian fotocopy powerpoint yang sediakan untuk menyampaikan materi. Adapun kendala yang dihadapi adalah minat mahasiswa yang kurang untuk meningkatkan kualitas diri dan kemampuannya dalam bidang yang ditekuninya, khususnya dibidang profesi akuntansi salah satunya adalah CA. Hal ini disebabkan kurangnya informasi yang mereka peroleh, serta banyak mahasiswa yang beranggapan bahwa profesi CA tersebut tidak menguntungkan bagi dirinya sehingga menurutnya tidak begitu penting untuk dilakukan. Faktor lainnya dikarenakan mahalnya biaya untuk mengikuti ujian CA dan materi ujian yang sulit. Sehingga hal ini yang menyebabkan mereka lebih memilih bekerja langsung dari pada memilih untuk menjadi akuntan beregister. Hasil dari kegiatan ini yaitu (1) secara umum, mahasiswa mampu memahami tentang CA dan (2) dengan banyak peluang dan tantangan lulusan akuntansi di masa yang akan datang, meningkatkan minat mahasiswa Program Studi Akuntansi terutama mahasiswa tingkat akhir.
Analisis Pengembangan Aplikasi Sistem Informasi Iuran Komite Berbasis Web Based Jurusan TKJT SMKN 1 Kupang
Authors: Fallo Diana , Yonly Benufinit  , Audrey Jesica Toelle
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian R&D dengan teknik analisis data kuantitatif dan metode SDLC. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah memberikan informasi kepada orangtua terkait dengan pembayaran uang komitedi SMK Negeri 1 Kupang. Berdasarkan hasil Sistem Informasi Pembayaran Iuran Komite, dapat disimpulkan bahwa Sistem Informasi yang dibuat berbasis web based layak untuk diterapkan pada Kompetensi Keahlian Teknik Jaringan Komputer dan Telekounikasi di SMK Negeri 1 Kupang, hal ini dapat dilihat dari hasil angket kelayakan produk ahli media I, dan ahli media II dengan nilai rata-rata 94% , hasil validasi angket kelayakan produk dari Wali kelas (X, XI, XII) dengan nilai rata-rata 93% , hasil validasi angket kelayakan produk dari Guru-guru Mata Pelajaran Kejuruan dengan nilai rata-rata 93%, hasil validasi angket kelayakan produk dari Orang tua/wali dengan nilai rata-rata 99%, hasil validasi angket kelayakan produk dari Waka Humas dengan nilai rata-rata 100%, hasil validasi angket kelayakan produk dari Bendahara dengan nilai rata-rata 100%, dan hasil validasi angket kelayakan produk dari Ketua Jurusan dengan nilai rata-rata 90%.
Alat Pencatat Cuaca Untuk Meningkatkan Kualitas dan Efisiensi di Perkebunan Mangga Di Majalengka
Authors: Mardiana Ardi , Tarsono Ano , Wahono Syiffa Safiera , Sujadi Harun
Published: September 2024

Demi mengatasi dampak perubahan iklim pada budidaya mangga, penelitian ini menggunakan inovasi dalam alat pencatat cuaca yang dibuat dengan teknologi dan sensor terkini. Alat ini memiliki tingkat presisi tinggi dan kemampuan adaptasi otomatis terhadap perubahan cuaca. Fokus penelitian adalah perkebunan mangga dengan variasi iklim yang signifikan, di mana alat ini secara konsisten mengukur suhu, kelembapan, kecepatan angin, arah mata angin dan curah hujan. Dengan menggunakan teknik analisis data yang melibatkan statistik dan big data, hasil yang diharapkan mencakup pembuatan alat pencatat cuaca yang efisien, akurat, dan inovatif untuk merespon perubahan cuaca. Alat ini tidak hanya memberikan data yang lebih akurat tetapi juga membantu membuat keputusan yang cerdas tentang manajemen perkebunan.Penelitian ini memberikan gambaran yang jelas tentang teknologi pencatat cuaca yang canggih, sehingga diharapkan dapat mendorong pengembangan teknologi serupa di sektor pertanian lainnya. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting terhadap ketahanan perkebunan mangga terhadap perubahan iklim global. Hasilnya, diharapkan bahwa alat pencatat cuaca canggih ini akan meningkatkan kualitas dan efisiensi produksi mangga dan menawarkan solusi pintar untuk mengatasi tantangan pertanian yang disebabkan oleh perubahan iklim.
Implementasi Sistem Seleksi Calon Penerima Subsidi Program Keluarga Harapan Dengan Metode SAW Di Kelurahan Sijambi
Authors: Mangunsong Ummu Salamah , Arridha Zikra Syah  , Endra Saputra
Published: September 2024

Perkembangan teknologi informasi khususnya di bidang komputer, saat ini sangat berperan penting dalam proses pengambilan keputusan. Para pengambil keputusan menggunakan sistem pendukung keputusan untuk mempercepat proses pengambilan keputusan, khususnya di Kantor Lurah Kelurahan Sijambi Tanjungbalai. Tujuan dari penelitian ini secara umum untuk membantu pihak Kelurahan Sijambi dalam proses penentuan penerima bantuan (subsidi) program keluarga harapan (PKH) dari Pemerintah. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kuantitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara, observasi dan kepustakaan. Metode perancangan program menggunakan Simple Additive Weihting (SAW) dengan bahasa pemrograman PHP dan MySQL. Dari 7 Warga sebagai sampel Alternatif yang mengikuti seleksi, diperoleh skor untuk warga yang layak sebagai calon penerima pkh yaitu peringkat 1 = 0.93, peringkat 2 = 0.92 dan peringkat 3 = 0.88 dengan bobot kriteria tertinggi yaitu Pendidikan 0.3 (30%) dan terendah yaitu Lansia 0.05 (5%). Hasil yang cepat dan akurat ini membantu pihak Kelurahan dalam pengambilan keputusan bagi warga yang layak atau tidak sebagai calon penerima pkh.
Penerapan Kombinasi Metode Simple Additive Weighting dan Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution dalam Pemilihan Dosen Pembimbing Skripsi
Authors: Joko Kuswanto
Published: September 2024

Penetapan atau pemilihan dosen pemblimbling skripsi di Program Studi Informatika Universitas BLaturaja bliasanya dilakukan atas usulan dari mahasiswa. Pemilihan terseblut umumnya dilakukan secara manual dan blelum dilakukan dengan sistem yang terkomputerisasi. Selain itu, penetapan dosen pemblimbling skripsi terkadang mengesampingkan jumlah blimblingan yang mengakiblatkan kurang seimblangnya jumlah blimblingan dari setiap dosen dan terkadang tidak sesuai dengan kompetensi dosen. Melihat kondisi terseblut, maka diperlukan sebluah yang dapat mendukung dalam pengamblilan keputusan untuk pemilihan dosen pemblimbling skripsi. Penelitian ini blertujuan menerapkan komblinasi metode SAW dengan TOPSIS dalam pemilihan Dosen Pemblimbling Skripsi. Metode SAW digunakan terleblih dahulu untuk menghitung nilai pembloblotan pada setiap kriteria di tiap altenatif dan metode TOPSIS seblagai tahapan proses akhir untuk melakukan proses perangkingan terhadap alternatif. Dari hasil perhitungan dengan menerapkan komblinasi metode SAW dan TOPSIS  didapatkan 3 nilai tertinggi seblesar 0,7338, 0.5805, dan 0.5302 pada Alternatif 5, 6, dan 3. BLerdasarkan hasil perhitungan dapat disimpulkan blahwa penerapan komblinasi metode SAW dan TOPSIS dapat diimplementasikan ke dalam sistem pemilihan dosen pemblimbling skripsi.
Artificial Intelligence Integration Driven Smart Grid Alternative Transforming the Future With Renewable, and Non-renewable Energy Sources
Authors: Mossavar-Rahmani Farhang , Zohuri Bahman
Published: September 2024

The evolving energy landscape necessitates a paradigm shift towards more sustainable, efficient, and resilient systems. This article explores integrating renewable and non-renewable energy sources within Smart Grid alternatives, highlighting the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Renewable sources, like solar and wind, are essential for reducing carbon emissions but present challenges due to their intermittent nature. Non-renewable sources provide stability, ensuring a consistent power supply. AI's capabilities in predictive maintenance, demand response, energy forecasting, and grid optimization enhance grid efficiency and adaptability, facilitating the seamless integration of diverse energy inputs. Essential components of standalone systems, including batteries, charge controllers, and power conditioning equipment, are also examined for their contributions to system robustness and reliability. The Smart Grid, supported by AI and advanced technologies, represents a reimagined energy infrastructure poised to meet modern demands while promoting sustainability and resilience. This holistic approach promises a secure energy future, balancing efficiency with environmental stewardship.
Analysis of Posture Work in the Ship Hull Division in Makassar Shipping Industry: RULA and REBA Method Approach
Authors: Nur Afiah Irma , Pawennari Andi , Lantara Dirgahayu , Rahmawati Lili , Dewa Parama Kartika
Published: September 2024

This research aimed to evaluate work posture values in the ship hull repair division of PT. ABC and to offer recommendations for improving less safe postures. Utilizing the REBA and RULA methods, the study conducted a quantitative analysis of worker postures in the cutting and welding sections. The REBA method identified a final score of 10 for cutting activities, indicating a high-risk posture that necessitates immediate corrective action. This score was derived from observations of neck, trunk, and leg postures during cutting, which revealed prolonged static positions. The RULA method, on the other hand, produced a final score of 6, denoting an action level 3, suggesting that changes should be implemented promptly to address observed issues. The analysis showed that both methods flagged the postures involving prolonged bending and twisting as high risk for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). These findings highlight a significant misalignment with ergonomic best practices, underscoring the urgent need for ergonomic interventions. To mitigate the risk of MSDs, the study recommends implementing regular posture breaks and establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cutting and welding tasks at PT. ABC.
Jordan-centric Cross-border Tourism Projects with Egypt and Saudi Arabia: An Innovative Regional Tourism Vision
Authors: Aldweik Reeman , Ghnaim Othman
Published: September 2024

This paper focuses on the possibility of cross-border tourism projects between Jordan, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, focusing on cooperative tourism tactics. The study presents a cross-border tourism project model that describes the structure for analyzing and developing cross-border tourism strategies. Cultural, historical, natural, and economic conditions are suggested to outline several project options: cultural and historical interactions based on common history, new opportunities in natural and health tourism, and enhancing economic cooperation. Thus, it is possible to state that these projects can positively affect the development of the tourism industry, preserve cultural and natural heritage, and contribute to regional economic development. Thus, the study suggests that Jordan should include cross-border tourism in its national plans and strategies, engage in diplomacy, create task forces, and obtain international funding and technical cooperation.
Effect of Pension Fund Assets and Savings on Pension Fund Performance in Nigeria
Authors: NWALA  , Nneka Maurie , Mangba Solomon , UNOROH  , Faith Eseoghene , Harrison VINCENT
Published: September 2024

This study examined the effect of pension fund assets and savings on pension fund performance in Nigeria from 2013 to 2022. Ex post facto research design was adopted, while data on benefits paid, pension fund assets and pension fund savings were collected from the Central Bank of Nigeria statistical bulletin, quarterly publications of the National Pension Commission as well as the National Bureau of Statistics Economic reports. The data collected was analysed using Ordinary Least Squares Regression. The findings show that Pension Fund Assets have a negative significant impact on Benefits Paid in Nigeria. In contrast, Pension Fund Savings is statistically significant in explaining the variation in Benefits Paid in Nigeria. This study therefore recommended that since Pension Fund Assets shows a negative relationship with Benefits Paid, it suggests that as pension fund assets increase, benefits paid out decrease, and vice versa. Pension fund managers should reevaluate their asset allocation strategies to ensure they align with the fund's objectives and liabilities. They may consider allocating assets towards investments that offer stable returns and liquidity to meet benefit payment obligations while maintaining a prudent level of risk.
International Partnership and Collaboration: Between the Georgia Education System and the Niger Delta Region Utilizing Niger Delta Resources for Economic Growth and Sustainable Development.
Authors: Ughulu John
Published: September 2024

This paper explores the potential for international partnership and collaboration between the Georgia education system and the Niger Delta region. By leveraging the rich natural resources of the Niger Delta, such partnerships can foster economic growth and sustainable development. The paper discusses the benefits of shifting from entertainment-based to knowledge-based partnerships, with an emphasis on establishing leadership development centers and inviting subject matter experts for training and capacity building. The paper concludes with recommendations for effective collaboration and sustainable development strategies.
The Influence of Strategic Planning, Risk Management and Internal Control on the Performance of the Indonesian Army Organization Mediated by Organizational Commitment
Authors: Anwar Alvis , Usman Bahtiar , Santosa Wahyuningsih
Published: September 2024

Facing the increasingly growing and increasing global interaction today, an organization in carrying out its activities cannot be separated from competition. An adaptive organization will be able to continue to survive and improve its capabilities and win the competition against competitors or similar organizations. Organizations that can face challenges by utilizing all available potential as effectively and efficiently as possible can maintain and even improve their performance. Organizational performance is a vital indicator for assessing the success or failure of an organization. This study aims to analyze the effect of Strategic Planning, Risk Management and Internal Control on the Performance of the Indonesian Army mediated by Organizational Commitment in achieving medium-term and long-term plans. The results of the study can be utilized by the leadership of the Indonesian Army in improving its functions and duties to achieve organizational performance by prioritizing a strong commitment to the organization, developing a military organization model that is adaptive to threats as well as changes but not too easily changed due to insignificant factors. The sample used was 413 people. Analysis using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) method using PLS software as a statistical tool. Data analysis in this study is descriptive analysis to provide an overview of the various characteristics of the data obtained from the questionnaire as a research sample.