bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Immunogenicity of a freeze-dried combined vaccine against Rift Valley fever and bovine ephemeral fever in cattle
Authors: Aly Naglaa , Atwa Mohamed , Abbas Amany , Abulmagd Diana , Salem Zeinab , Sayed Taradi
Published: July 2023

Background:
The target of vaccination is to encourage a strong, covering and long-lasting immune response against antigens. For achieving these objectives; effective adjuvant and new vaccine strategies are demanded to make the vaccine sufficiently immunogenic to instigate a powerful immune response
Aim:
This study was completed for elaboration and evaluation of freeze-dried combined vaccine against both Rift Valley fever (RVF) and Bovine Ephemeral Fever (BEF) viruses using different stabilizers.
Methods:
Three formulae were prepared from such vaccine including: formula (1): stabilized with a mixture of 5% Lactalbumin Hydrolysate and 2.5% sucrose, formula (2): stabilized with a mixture of 50% the previous stabilizer and 50% of 1% Carbopol and formula (3): stabilized with 1% Carbopol solution. Samples of the three vaccine formulae were reconstituted on the time of experimental animal vaccination using saponin diluent which acts as an adjuvant for both RVFv and BEFv and as inactivator BEF virus. The ratio between both viruses in all vaccine formulae was 1:1.
Results:
All vaccine batches were proved to be free of any foreign contaminants and unharmed for experimentally vaccinated animals. Each of three groups of calves was vaccinated S/C with 2ml of a reconstituted vaccine formula and their immune response was evaluated using serum neutralization test (SNT). The gained results revealed that the prepared combined freeze-dried vaccine with Carbopol elicited better humoral immune response than the other two vaccine formulae.
Conclusion:
It could be recommended to use Carbopol as a stabilizer for preparation of the aimed vaccine.
Make in India initiative: Boon to reduce lobbies with respectto defense and aerospace manufacturing technologies
Authors:   St. Joseph Engineering College, Business Administration, Mangalore, India, Nandan BK , Ganesh Anjali ,   St. Joseph Engineering College, Business Administration, Mangalore, India
Published: July 2023

Make in India initiative in defense and aerospace is one of the most ambitious projects in India and has had asignificant impact on the socioeconomic, political, and technological factors of the country. The public might haveheard several controversies and scams about defense deals, from horrific to inspiring stories in the defense andaerospace sectors. The beauty of this initiative is that every patriotic individual who wants his/her country to be self-reliant on technology has different views on this project. The current study tries to shed light on various problemsand lobbies in defense deals and also tries to understand breakthroughs in technology in defense products fromthe Indian private and public sectors, “Make in India” promotes employment opportunities and skill developmentin the defense and aerospace sectors. Through semantic foreign direct investment in defense technologies, wecan have good diplomatic and economic relations with other countries.
Application of genetic algorithm, a mega-heuristic approach, to solve a real-size vehicle routing problem: a case study
Authors:   HCMC University of Technology, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, Nhu Phong Nguyen , Thi Thao Do ,   HCMC University of Technology, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Published: July 2023

Most of the 3PL companies that provide transportation services are handling thousands of orders per day. Vehicle routing problems (VRPs) help plan the distribution of goods with the optimum fleet of vehicles and delivery routes and play an important role in helping businesses reduce transportation costs while ensuring service level. VRPs are NP-hard combinatorial optimization problems. It is quite difficult to achieve an optimal solution for real-size problems with a mathematical modelling approach because of its NP-hard structure. Genetic algorithm (GA) plays a major role in searching for near-optimal solutions for NP-hard optimization problems. This article develops the GA model for VRPs. The result shows that the delivery cost is reduced by 17.88%, while the service level increase from 88.7 to 100%. It indicates that the model can be a good technique for VRPs.
Pragmatic Analysis of Invectives in Fela Anikulapo’s
Shuffering and Shmilling, Sorrow, Tears and Blood
Authors: Oladeji Shote Adedapo , Enwere Kathryn
Published: July 2023

Invective is the critical, unmitigated, non-euphemistic and non-attenuating manner of casting aspersion on a recipient. While invective is generally considered a base, undesirable form of expression, its potential as the most direct form of satire has equally been acknowledged in certain contexts such as music genre. The deployment of invective as a tool of satirical criticism is axiomatic in Fela’s songs. This study is concerned with the pragmatic interpretation of Fela’s penchant to use invectives as a satirical tool to lampoon the government, and also with the potential of invective as an aesthetic form. Some pragmatic tools subsumed in a modified theoretical framework of Mey’s (2001) “Pragmatic Act Theory”, Brown and Levinson’s (1987) “Politeness Principles”, and the canonical classifications of context are used to analyse purposively selected Fela’s songs viz., Sorrow, Tears and Blood and Shuffering and Shmiling. Findings from the analysis indicate that Fela overtly uses some high pejorative invectives as a direct-derogatory attack on the government as a result of the latter’s bad policies. Results from the analysis indicated that Assertive, Expressive, and Directive are the kinds of instantiated pragmatic acts performed in the selected songs. These acts reflect the subject matters of the songs. Similarly, two types of face acts were identified in the data: face threatening without redress and face threatening act using off-record politeness strategies. These show that Fela does not mitigate the propositional contents of the message in his songs. In other respects, context is pivotal in helping readers understand the physical, sociocultural, psychological and linguistic scaffolds underpinning each song. The researcher concludes that the aesthetics of invective yields a multiplicity of analytical possibilities and more so, that the pragmatic analysis of songs is enriching, and can give important insights into how language is deployed in music lyrics.
Calibrating a process-based simulation model for the Acadian forest region
Authors: Willis Susan , Taylor A. R. , Thom Dominik , D’Orangeville L.
Published: July 2023

Climate change is projected to have profound impacts on Canada’s Acadian Forest Region (AFR). However, large uncertainties arising from climate change and increasing disturbance activity pose challenges for forest management decisions. Process-based (mechanistic) simulation models offer a means by which vulnerabilities and different management strategies can be tested under multiple climate and disturbance regimes. However, applying these complex models can be dauting, especially for novice modelers and forest practitioners; nonetheless, this complexity is increasingly necessary to more realistically project changes in forest growth and composition, ecosystem services, biodiversity, disturbance regimes, and the spread of forest pests. Here, we present a methodology for calibrating and validating iLand (v1.1.1), a landscape-scale, process-based forest model that offers a novel approach for assessing the feedback between individual trees and their environment (ecosystem processes, climate, and disturbance). For the first time, 18 tree species were parameterized and calibrated for the AFR and model performance was evaluated against independent field observations at the tree population and stand level. iLand was able to accurately emulate the dynamics of individual tree species populations as well as the succession of mixed-species forest stands across a range of soil conditions and is now ready to be used to simulate future forest dynamics of the AFR. We also discuss calibration method selection and the potential impacts of model and project structure in relation to our project. As the accessibility and usability of process-based forests models increases, our work provides a unique case study for forest managers looking to expand their toolbox.
The Struggle for Commemorating the World War I Centenary as an Illustrative Example of the Attitudes Towards That War in Croatia
Authors: Herman Kaurić Vijoleta
Published: July 2023

The commemoration of the World War I Centenary (2014–2018) was the most important social event in the last decade in the developed countries of Western Europe, especially Britain and France, and in the former British dominions, Canada and Australia. In contrast to these victorious countries, the countries defeated in the war (primarily Germany and Austria) had a significantly more modest and different approach to the commemoration. The emphasis was on all war victims, soldiers and civilians, regardless of which side of the war they had fought on. Since Croatia, as a former part of Austria-Hungary, found itself in a completely new state union after it was united with the Kingdom of Serbia after the war, veterans were ill-advised to mention their participation in the war on the wrong side. It was no better after the end of World War II, when one victor's narrative replaced another, and made the mentioning of formerly existing monarchies completely unacceptable. All these facts influenced attitudes towards World War I, which was almost completely forgotten in Croatia over time.
Transitional Justice: What are the Reality and its Concept?
Authors: Idris Miftah , Razak Abdul
Published: July 2023

Background. Transitional justice is an important framework that addresses the ongoing impact of human rights violations and systemic injustice during significant political transitions.
Purpose. From the results of this study, it was found that the reality or facts that exist in transitional justice have several existing challenges, besides that there are also several ideal concepts in implementing transitional justice.
Method. This research examines the reality and the actual concept of Transitional Justice. In fixing the problem, the researcher uses normative (doctrine) research methods with library data sources as secondary data.
Results. includes a comprehensive, victim-centered, and transformative approach. The advice obtained for this research is that it is important to find innovative solutions and involve all stakeholders.
Conclusion. includes a comprehensive, victim-centered, and transformative approach. The advice obtained for this research is that it is important to find innovative solutions and involve all stakeholders.
The Position of the Tax Court in the Indonesian Judicial System After the Decision of the Constitutional Court Number 26/PUU-XXI/2023
Authors: Clementino Moningka Yosia , Rasji Rasji
Published: July 2023

Background. The Tax Court, basically, has been regulated in Law Number 14 Year 2002 on Tax Court. However, there is an issue relating to the ambiguous position of the Tax Court.
Purpose. The purpose of this is to show that the position of the court is not independent, as it plays a role in both judicial and executive functions, which may result in a lack of independence in case decision making. Therefore, this study aims to determine the position of the tax court in the current judicial system in Indonesia.
Method. This research uses normative juridical research method by reviewing secondary data obtained. Based on the results of the research, it was found that the latest Constitutional Court Decision Number 26/PUU-XXI/2023 has determined that the Tax Courts must transfer their organizational, administrative, and financial development responsibilities to the Supreme Court before 31 December 2026.
Results. The consequence of this decision is that the organizational structure of the Tax Court will be directly under the supervision of the Supreme Court and no longer under the Ministry of Finance. Although the Tax Court will be transferred to the Supreme Court, it is important to maintain this situation as the transition requires adjustments in terms of organizational structure, employee status, and career opportunities for tax judges. All of these matters must be studied and solutions found by the Tax Court as the independence of tax judges means a lot to taxpayers seeking justice in their tax disputes.
Conclusion. In addition to independence, the public also expects competent expertise and knowledge from tax judges as enforcers of justice in tax disputes.
Desenvolvimento de política pública participativa – relato de experiência do município de Nova Bassano sobre práticas integrativas e complementares
Authors: Luvison Aline , Maeyama Marcos Aurélio , Nilson Luana Gabriele , Dittrich Maria Glória
Published: July 2023

O Brasil, a partir da Constituição Federal de 1988, iniciou um modelo de seguridade social, baseado numa democracia mista, que combina a forma representativa com a participação direta. Desde então, a condução das políticas públicas no Brasil tem apresentado grande distanciamento entre os interesses da população e de seus governantes, principalmente pela falta de participação social. Neste sentido, este trabalho teve o objetivo de relatar o desenvolvimento de uma política pública, resgatando os princípios de participação social. A pesquisa foi desenvolvida com abordagem qualitativa utilizando a metodologia de pesquisa-ação, no município de Nova Bassano/RS, tendo como objeto as Práticas Integrativas e Complementares (PIC). As etapas do percurso metodológico, que compreendem assim os resultados, foram assim desenvolvidas: projeto-piloto, para sensibilização da população para as PIC; discussão com o conselho municipal de saúde sobre as PIC e possibilidade de implantação de política pública municipal; discussão na conferência municipal de saúde para discussão, votação e proposição de política pública municipal de PIC; elaboração de projeto de lei através do executivo municipal para envio para o poder legislativo; votação e aprovação de criação da Política Municipal de Práticas Integrativas e Complementares; criação de normas operacionais para regulamentação de habilitação profissional e estrutura necessária para implantação dos serviços. Ainda que a experiência tenha se mostrado positiva, a conclusão é que a participação social no âmbito do conselho e conferência, precisam ser revistos e ressignificados, bem como é necessária a criação de outros espaços de participação, para que de fato haja desenvolvimento e consolidação do processo democrático.
Tecnologias sociais de convivência com o semiárido no município de Upanema/RN
Authors: De Sousa Júnior Francisco Souto , De Aquino Josiel Medeiros
Published: July 2023

O uso das tecnologias socias, tem-se constituído como um elemento imprescindível para as populações do campo, sobretudo na de convivência com o semiárido. Frente a isso, o objetivo do trabalho é analisar a qualidade vida das famílias, avaliando os avanços obtidos através das tecnologias sociais de captação de água para o consumo humano no assentamento de reforma agrária Bom Lugar I, localizado no município de Upanema/RN. Para implementar o desenvolvimento da pesquisa, utilizou-se o percurso metodológico, contando especificamente com a pesquisa exploratória com natureza qualitativa, realizando inicialmente o levantamento de dados bibliográficos, contemplando o levantamento e coleta de dados existentes em artigos científicos. Na sequência, implementou-se o instrumento de coleta de dados, conhecido como entrevista semiestruturada, contando com a aplicação de questionários, constituídos de perguntas abertas e fechadas, acerca das tecnologias sociais de convivência com o semiárido. No tratamento dos dados, implementou-se os critérios de análise de conteúdo. Com base no estudo desenvolvido, foi compreendido a importância das tecnologias sociais de convivência com o semiárido, especificamente na espacialidade do assentamento de reforma agrária, sobretudo, assegurando a permanência dos agricultores familiares na localidade, contribuindo diretamente no acesso à água e reduzindo as desigualdades sociais, proporcionando novas possibilidades e perspectivas frente ao contexto do semiárido.
A pirataria fluvial no Rio Solimões no Amazonas
Authors: De Queiroz Kristian Oliveira
Published: July 2023

Esse artigo visa discutir a vulnerabilidade do território a partir das ações dos piratas do rio Solimões no Amazonas no trecho entre Tefé e Coari, os dois maiores centros urbanos da região do Solimões no estado. A hipótese que orienta esse estudo alega que a pouca presença, a ineficiência ou mesmo a ausência de elementos espaciais na região, tais como: infraestruturas, instituições, empresas e pessoas, provocam a vulnerabilidade do território. Dessa maneira, repercussões sociais provocam impactos na circulação fluvial e no desenvolvimento regional via as ações dos piratas do rio Solimões. A metodologia utilizada se amparou no levantamento bibliográfico e no trabalho de campo com dados obtidos em instituições de segurança pública e gestão do território em Manaus, Tefé e Coari no Amazonas. Esse artigo permite o entendimento do uso marginal do território e de seus impactos ao desenvolvimento regional e à integração territorial em espaços periféricos brasileiros.
The youth – is college for all? The importance of student engagement for higher education – an insight into reality to avoid student evasion
Authors: Capulo Sabrina , Maldonado Luciene
Published: July 2023

This article aims to bring into light this highly relevant subject of a drastic reduction in Brazilians access to education not only in terms of quantity but also in relation to quality standards.  Recent cuts in public educational policies, strongly influenced by neoliberal political agendas, have taken their tolls not only on the teaching-learning process but also on the permanence of students in higher education. According to that, higher education is still inaccessible to the economically less privileged youth and even for the few from these social group who succeed in entering college it is very hard to cope with all the study requirements and their own economical maintenance: without any institutional support this situation tends to result in evasion or low-quality formation. Therefore, we intend to discuss the complex relation between the youth and College as to promote enlightenment to certain topics specially the so-called student engagement as a way to prevent student evasion. The aspects raised in this paper come from the authors` teaching experience in state (public) high schools and their respective youth public.  It is clear that those students who face difficulties at high school will face even greater difficulties at college. Thus, we consider student engagement a key action to promote students` full capabilities at what should be a wide range action policy involving different aspects of students’ lives. It should also be seen as a parameter to evaluate the teaching-learning process and in turn be used as input data to improve this management system. The relation student-college, the teaching conditions and the college management are considered fundamental approaches to student engagement at college education
Estudo de materiais alternativos na construção de uma politriz de baixo custo para metalografia de ligas metálicas
Authors: Da Silva Maria Adrina Paixão de Souza , Pinto Rangel Vasconcelos da Silva , Botelho Tamires Isabela Mesquita , De Jesus Wellington Bruno Silva
Published: July 2023

A construção artesanal de uma politriz de simples operação pode ser de grande importância nas mais diversas áreas, pois se leva em consideração o baixo custo para a confecção e a gama de possibilidades de aplicações, visto a politriz permite melhorias estéticas, no campo industrial o polimento pode destinar-se ao ajuste de peças, eliminando rebarbas, ciscos e pequenas imperfeições, sobretudo nas indústrias metalúrgica e mecânica e uma quase que imprescindível aplicação na metalografia, servindo para preparar amostras para análises com mais eficiência e rapidez se comparado à forma manual. Visando este vasto campo de aplicação, na disciplina de Usinagem dos Materiais da Universidade Federal do Pará foi proposta a apresentação dos parâmetros dimensionais e operacionais necessários para a construção de uma politriz rotativa para metalografia, com estrutura relativamente simples, de forma que possa ser replicada facilmente e economicamente. Para os testes de lixamento foi utilizada uma lixa de 80 mesh em uma liga Al-7%Si com corpo de prova de 27mm de comprimento,19 de largura e 14 de altura. Após isso foram tiradas imagens antes e depois do lixamento e assim validada a construção do equipamento neste trabalho.
Supervisão pedagógica: uma caça às bruxas ou às boas práticas?
Authors: Silva Fernando Manuel Ferreira Rodrigues , Pinto António Bernardo Morais
Published: July 2023

Quando se pretende abordar a temática ligada à supervisão não se pode ignorar a polissemia que o conceito abarca. Na instituição escolar, a supervisão escolar, assume um papel particular, pela sua amplitude, complexidade e propagação, envolvidas no processo educacional. Nesta perspetiva, a inserção da supervisão pedagógica na estrutura da formação docente torna-se cada vez mais premente e fundamental.  Este artigo é resultado de um estudo realizado no decorrer de oito sessões de um curso de formação contínua com professores de Educação Pré-Escolar, 1.º, 2.º e 3.º Ciclos e Secundário sobre o tema “Supervisão Pedagógica: uma prática reflexiva num desempenho profissional”. Teve por objetivo, conhecer e refletir com os professores participantes sobre as suas narrativas de supervisão pedagógica no contexto escolar, por meio de um processo reflexivo que permitisse desconstruir a ideia de que a supervisão acompanha a avaliação do tipo “accountability”. O estudo enquadra-se no referencial teórico-metodológico da investigação narrativa e os dados foram alcançados por meio de observação, narrativas escritas e contadas pelo grupo de 22 participantes na formação. No final da formação e do estudo foi possível identificar uma minimização da carga negativa inicialmente atribuída ao conceito de supervisão e fortemente associada à ideia de avaliação do tipo “accountability”, conjeturando já uma consistente propensão receptiva, no sentido de encarar a “supervisão” como uma prática recorrente e normal que surge no quotidiano da escola.
Collision speed: detailed analysis of structural and mechanical deformation energy in a car and a motorcycle
Authors: Biali Clauderson Marchesan , Beck João Carlos Pinheiro
Published: July 2023

In this work, a detailed assessment of the structural and mechanical deformation energies caused by a traffic accident, involving a motorcycle and the passenger vehicle is carried out, with the objective of estimating the collision speed. Were, also verified vector orientations, braking marks and occupant launch projection for further comparative analysis with the photogrammetric method of estimating displacement speed. Finally, with the velocity values thus obtained, we compare with the   result   photogrammetric was performed. Thus, for the type of accident on the screen, we concluded that the best method of estimating the collision speed involving a car and a motorcycle was the combination between the method of reduction between axles and the method of mechanical deformations, resulting in the best approximation in relation to the photogrammetric result reaching 93% approximation to the photogrammetric result obtained.
Design and development of four wheel weeder for wide-row crops
Authors: SINGH S P , SINGH M K , SOLANKI R C
Published: July 2023

Single/twin wheel weeders have been developed for manual weeding in about 20 cm row spaced crops. These weeders are unable to provide uniform depth of cut and lateral stability. Presently marginal and small farmers in the country are inclined to grow cash crops. Manual weeders are not available for vegetables planted at row spacing of 30 to 50 cm. Keeping these facts in view, a weeder, employing two innovative techniques such as application of ‘Four- wheels’ and ‘Swinging handle’ was developed for wide row spaced crops. The slicing/cutting the weeds with best possible depth control were the main considerations for its design. Anthropometric data of men and women workers were taken into considerations for design of components of the weeder. Weight of equipment was kept below 10 kg as per the ergonomic requirement by adopting alternate fabrication material. Soil bin study on push force revealed the significant effect of compaction levels and handle angles on the performance of operator in terms of high force. The minimum field capacity of the weeder was 0.0206 ha/h with more than 95% weeding efficiency. The push force requirement per cm cutting width was lowest (6.34N) as compared to other mechanical weeders. The ergo-mech approach of design enabled operators to complete the weeding work timely with reduced drudgery and increased productivity as compared to conventional practice.
Influence of fertilization modules on economics and profitability of rooted carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) cutting production
Authors: MOMIN KALKAME CH , DHIMAN S R , GUPTA Y C , BHARADWAJ S K , KUMAR SUNIL
Published: July 2023

An experiment was conducted to evaluate the economics and profitability of rooted carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus L.) cutting production influenced by fertilizer modules. Four commercial carnation cultivars, viz. White Wedding, Farida, Niva, Madras and five fertilizer modules were undertaken for investigation at the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan. Maximum net returns and benefit cost ratio was obtained from cultivar Niva (` 12 34 091.20 and 8.55:1) followed by Farida (₹ 11 40 851.20 and 7.90:1) and Madras (₹ 11 35 811.20 and 7.87:1) with fertilizer module comprising of 20-5-5 g/m2 NPK as basal dose and 200 ppm N + 280 ppm K as fertigation twice a week (FM5), while, lowest was associated with cultivar White Wedding. The cultivar White Wedding showed maximum net returns (₹ 10 95 435.43) and benefit cost ratio (7.59:1) with fertilizer module FM4 composed of 20-15-10 g/m2 NPK as basal dose and 175 ppm N + 245 ppm K as fertigation twice a week. However, the minimum benefit cost ratio was noticed in the cultivars White Wedding (5.86:1), Farida (5.46:1) and Madras (6.26:1), respectively, from fertilizer module FM1 comprised of basal fertilizer dose of 20-20-10 g/m2 NPK and fertigation with 100 ppm N + 140 ppm K twice a week except the cultivar Niva (5.33:1) where fertilizer module FM2 composed of 20-15-5 g/m2 NPK as basal dose along with 125 ppm N + 175 ppm K given as fertigation twice a week was predominant. Thus, farmer can get average net income ranges ₹ 7 68 206.57 with fertilizer module FM2 to ₹ 12 34 091.20 with fertilizer module FM5 in cultivar Niva from 500 meter square area. Further, this fertilization module may be undertaken to produce the desired quantity of rooted carnation cuttings to meet the demand and to get the maximum returns.
Gamma irradiation of in-vitro proliferated cultures of rose (Rosa hybrida) for induction of novel mutants
Authors: BALA MADHU , SINGH KANWAR PAL
Published: July 2023

In-vitro mutations were induced in two Hybrid Tea rose (Rosa hybrida L.) cultivars Pusa Mohit and Raktima for induction of novel traits. Single node cuttings were used to proliferate cultures under in-vitro and were irradiated with different doses of g-rays (0, 5, 10, 15, 20 or 25 Gy) using a 60Co source. The g-irradiated microshoots were then cultured aseptically on to rooting medium containing 0.5 × MS basal medium supplemented with 2.69 µM a- naphthalene acetic acid (NAA) plus 2.46 µM 6-benzylaminopurine (BAP) plus 40 g/l sucrose and 0.8% (w/v) agar- agar for rooting. Decreased root lengths, numbers of roots per shoot were observed at 25 Gy. In-vitro proliferated cultures and non-irradiated (control) plants were transferred to plastic pots 1 month after acclimatization under laboratory conditions and examined for their morphological traits. Marked vegetative abnormalities with respect to leaf shape, leaf lamina, fused leaves, albinism or leaves with less chlorophyll, variegated leaves with stunted growth etc. were observed between the mutated and control populations. Four new variants with altered or novel flower colour, form, shape and size were isolated and numbered as PM 1, PM 2 (from cv. Pusa Mohit) and RK 1, RK 2 (from cv. Raktima) as compared to the original cultivars. These variants were multiplied on a large-scale through micropropagation and evaluated for their stability. This study developed a mutagenesis protocol that could be used to develop novel flower colour mutants in rose.
Efficacy of azimsulfuron against complex weed flora in transplanted rice (Oryza sativa) under rainfed shallow lowland
Authors: SAHA SANJOY , MUNDA SUSHMITA , ADAK TOTAN
Published: July 2023

A field experiment was conducted during the wet seasons of 2010 and 2011 at ICAR-National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack to study the efficacy of azimsulfuron for controlling broad spectrum of weeds in transplanted rice (Oryza sativa L.) field under rainfed shallow lowland. The present study consisted of 10 treatments which includes seven doses of azimsulfuron, viz. 12.5, 17.5, 22.5, 27.5, 30.0, 35.0 and 40 g/ha each with 0.2% surfactant along with recommended herbicide, pretilachlor at 625 g/ ha, weed-free and weedy as check. Yield attributes of rice were significantly (P<0.05) affected by weed control treatments. The highest grain yield (5.72 tonnes/ha) and N-use efficiency (57.2) were obtained in weed free check, realizing 76% increase in grain yield of rice over weedy check. Azimsulfuron at 35 and 40 g/ha applied 18 days after transplanting was found to be very effective (weed control efficiency 92.8 and 95.5%, respectively) in controlling the complex weed flora and produced comparable grain yield with weed-free check. There was more than 45% reduction in the grain yield of rice due to competition with weeds in weedy plots. The negative effect of weed competition in weedy check plot was reflected in significant reduction in crop growth rate (4.66 g/m2/day) and total biomass of rice (6.89 tonnes/ha).
Design, development and evaluation of furrow opener for differential depth fertilizer application
Authors: SINGH K P , AGRAWAL K N , JAT DILIP , KUMAR MANISH , KUSHWAHA H L , SHRIVASTAVA PRATEEK , TRIPATHI HIMANSHU
Published: July 2023

A differential depth furrow opener for tractor-drawn seed-cum-fertilizer drill under raised beds sowing was designed, developed and evaluated at ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal, MP, India. The basic aim of this development was to apply fertilizer at different depth in crop root zone to enhance the fertilizer use efficiency. The furrow opener was evaluated based on draught and power requirements under soil bin at four depths (5, 10, 15, and 20 cm), four forward speeds (1.8, 3.2, 4.3 and 5.4 km/h) and three compaction level (200, 400 and 600 kPa). The field performance evaluation of furrow opener was done in two wheat crop varieties; HI-1544 (Triticum aestivum L.) and HI-8663 (T. durum) under raised beds. The experiment consisted of different fertilizer placement depths, i.e. application of NPK mixed fertilizer on surface (T1) and 5 cm (T2), 10 cm (T3), 15 cm (T4) and 20 cm (T5) below the surface in split-plot design. The root weight/plant shows significant results under all treatments, maximum and minimum root weight/plant were observed 16.01 and 9.63 g in T3 and T5, respectively. Highest grain yield was observed in treatment T4 (6 048 kg/ha) followed by T3 (5 611), T2 (5 223), T1 (4 739) and T5 (4 493 kg/ha). Higher NDVI values were observed in T3 (0.95) and T4 (0.96) at heading stage of wheat crop. From crop attributes point of view, parallel results were observed for T3 (10 cm) and T4 (15cm). But considering the draught and power requirement, 15 cm deep fertilization required 47% and 42% higher draught and power, respectively as compared to 10 cm deep fertilization.
Economic dynamics of tissue cultured strawberry (Fragaria× ananassa) under the influence of integrated plant nutrients in humid sub tropical hills of North Eastern India
Authors: HAZARIKA T K , RALTE ZOTHANKIMA , NAUTIYAL B P
Published: July 2023

Satisfactory and sustainable level of agricultural production can be achieved by combined application of inorganic fertilizers with organic manures, bio-fertilizers, bio-regulators and vermicompost. A field experiment was conducted during 2010-12 at experimental farm, Department of Horticulture, Aromatic and Medicinal Plants, Mizoram University, Aizawl, India, to find out the profitability of tissue cultured strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa Duch.) (cv. Festival) cultivation by using various integrated plant nutrient system (IPNS) combining inorganic fertilizers with organic manures, bio-fertilizers and bio-regulators. The response of IPNS on economics of strawberry indicated that the overall cost of cultivation as well as economics of strawberry production was significantly influenced by integration of various components. Among the different treatments, the highest expenditure of Rupees 2 077 576.83/ha was incurred in 100% RDF + vermicompost as against the lowest in control. With respect to the income, the highest net income of Rupees 7 298 119.27/ha was obtained in 75 % RDF + vermicompost + Azospirillum + PSB + 50 ppm GA3+50 ppm BA. The same treatment also recorded the highest cost benefit ratio of 1: 3.51.
Variation in growth, flowering and seed yield of satin flower (Godetia grandiflora) planted on different dates
Authors: SHARMA PRIYANKA , GUPTA Y C , DHIMAN S R , SHARMA PUJA , BHARGAVA BHAVYA
Published: July 2023

The effect of climatic conditions and planting dates on growth, flowering and seed production of satin flower (Godetia grandiflora Lindl.) under mid hill conditions of Himachal Pradesh during 2010-11 and 2011-12 were investigated. Plantings were done at an interval of 15 days starting from 17 September in both the years with planting dates as; 17 September, 2 October, 17 October, 1 November, 16 November and 1 December under randomized block design. The maximum plant height (68.35 cm), plant spread (50.66 cm), stem length (58.38 cm), duration of flowering (33.91 days), number of flowers/stem (central and side; 110.08 and 15.74), number of capsules/plant (327.50), number of seeds/capsule (90.69) and seed yield/plant (9.18 g) were recorded when planting was done on 17 September. However, earliest visible flower bud formation (121.36 days), days to flowering (151.53) and capsule formation (205.42 days) were observed in 1 December planting.
Digitalization of the machine-building industry of the RK: challenges and problems in education
Authors:   Board of Directors of Allur Group of Companiesfor the developmentofhuman capital and innovation, Akhmetova A.S. , Nugman E.Z. ,   Satbayev University, Abilezova G.S. ,   Satbayev University
Published: July 2023

The purpose of the article is to consider the development of production processes in the machine-building industry of Kazakhstan in the context of integration, which makes it possible to increase the competitiveness of the industry, concentrate production, monetary and commodity capital, introduce innovations, produce high value-added products and enter world markets. Fundamental science, research infrastructure , IT industry, digital technologies are aimed at "launching large-scale system programs for the development of a new technological generation economy - the digital economy." All these strategic trends are relevant for the development of our country, they fully correlate with global economic trends.
Methodology for predicting the academic performance of a study group
Authors:   Border  Academyof  National  Security Committee   of the   Republic   of   Kazakhstan, Nauryzbayeva R.M.
Published: July 2023

The article views the model of cadets’ academic performance of training group obtained on the basis of statistical analysis. This model has been studied due to parameters. The behavior is determined by individual changes in each parameter included in this model. The issue of this model application is considered as well, even if the random variable is not distributed according to the normal law. Using this model, you can evaluate the preparation of the study group, their organization, the work of the teacher in the subject and the curator of the group.
Analisis Faktor Personal Higiene dan Akses pada Sanitasi terhadap Kasus Stunting pada Balita di Asia : Literature Review
Authors: Mariana Puspa Pratiwi , Kusuma Scorpia Lestari
Published: July 2023

Stunting adalah keadaan tinggi badan anak yang tidak sesuai dengan usianya. Tahun 2020 jumlah kasus stunting balita di dunia sebanyak 149,2 juta (22%). Stunting merupakan masalah gizi yang disebabkan oleh multifaktor, salah satunya yaitu faktor lingkungan. Beberapa studi telah dilakukan mengenai faktor higiene dan sanitasi pada tingkat rumah tangga dalam menyebabkan stunting pada balita. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis faktor risiko yang berasal dari personal higiene orang tua atau pengasuh balita dan akses pada sanitasi di rumah yang berada di wilayah Asia. Desain penelitian ini menggunakan metode literature review. Sebanyak 20 artikel dari database Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, dan Sinta ditelaah dalam penelitian ini dengan kriteria yang diterbitkan pada 2017-2022, artikel penelitian asli, tersedia teks lengkap gratis, dan menganalisis setidaknya satu variabel higiene dan sanitasi terkait stunting pada balita. Penelitian ini disentesis dengan metode naratif. Artikel dikelompokkan dengan hasil serupa untuk menjawab pertanyaan penelitian. Studi ini menemukan bahwa kebiasaan cuci tangan, akses ke air bersih, akses ke jamban sehat dan riwayat penyakit diare dikaitkan dengan stunting pada balita. Studi ini menyimpulkan bahwa faktor personal higiene dan akses pada sanitasi tidak dapat memengaruhi stunting secara langsung karena faktor tersebut memengaruhi melalui penyakit infeksi. Penelitian yang akan datang disarankan menggunakan systematic review dan meta-analisis.
THE EFFECT OF WORK-LIFE BALANCE ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE THROUGH WORK STRESS AND WORKLOAD
Authors: Dwitanti Errica , Murwani F. Danardana , Siswanto Ely
Published: July 2023

This study aims to investigate the effect of work-life balance on employee performance through work stress and workload at PT. Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero), Tbk. Brawijaya Branch Office. Work-life balance is a balance between the demands of work and personal life owned by employees. Work stress refers to the level of pressure and stress experienced by employees due to heavy work demands, while the workload is the workload faced by employees in carrying out their work tasks. The research method used is a survey with a questionnaire distributed to employees at the Brawijaya Branch Office. The data collected was then analyzed using statistical techniques to identify the relationship between the variables studied. The results showed that work-life balance has a positive effect on employee performance at PT. Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero), Tbk. Brawijaya Branch Office. In addition, work stress and workload have also proven to have a significant effect on employee performance, where high work stress and workload tend to reduce employee performance. In further analysis, this study also found that work-life balance functions as a mediator between work stress and workload and employee performance. That is, a good work-life balance can help reduce the level of work stress and workload experienced by employees, which in turn increases their performance. This research provides a further understanding of the importance of work-life balance in improving employee performance in the work environment of PT. Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero), Tbk. Brawijaya Branch Office. The implications of this finding can help management to implement policies and programs that support a balanced work-life balance to improve employee welfare and productivity. However, keep in mind that other factors can also affect employee performance and could be an area of further research
FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE, TECNOLOGIAS E OS DESAFIOS PÓS-PANDEMIA
Authors: Mattos Michele Cristina Souza de
Published: July 2023

Este artigo aborda as discussões sobre o uso das tecnologias por docentes na pandemia, a fim de compreender se houve alguma estratégia formativa durante este contexto e como eles prosseguiram nessas “novas” formas de “ensinar”. Para isso, essa pesquisa direcionou-se a “ouvir” através da ferramenta WhatsApp Web cinco docentes sobre seus métodos tecnológicos para dar conta das aulas remotas no período da pandemia, O estudo toma como base as indicações de KUHN, 2013 referente as definições sobre paradigmas contemporâneos e possíveis anomalias na educação, compreendendo que o cenário pandêmico asseverou o uso de ferramentas tecnológicas, mídias digitais e internet como meio de auxiliar o ensino remoto.  Em seguida, analisa-se os processos formativos adotados pelos professores para suportar ações pedagógicas nos dois momentos. Concluímos neste estudo que o desafio dos docentes nesse contexto, consiste em articular o fazer pedagógico na era das tecnologias, sem desviar o papel imprescindível do professor como mediador e problematizador do conhecimento, que possibilita agir de maneira crítica em relação ao que a internet e as tecnologias disponibilizam.
GOLPE OU REVOLUÇÃO EM 1964
Authors: Ribeiro Melissa da Rosa , Ribeiro João Pedro da Rosa , Corrêa Júlia , Souza Ana Laura Rodrigues de , Colvero Ronaldo Bernardino
Published: July 2023

Este trabalho propõe-se a apresentar a nomenclatura revolução encontrada em duas edições do Jornal a Folha de São Borja, no período da Ditadura Civil-Militar brasileira, iniciada em 1964 e que durou até 1985. Nas reportagens do periódico buscamos identificar as edições que tratam das comemorações do golpe de Estado brasileiro, ocorrido no dia 31 de Março. Entre os assuntos desenvolvidos neste artigo estão o contexto político do período em questão, os conceitos de golpe e revolução e os atos constitucionais que nortearam este regime ditatorial. Como metodologia, em primeiro momento usou-se a revisão bibliográfica, a pesquisa documental, especificamente nas edições dos jornais e para análise deste, foi utilizada a análise de conteúdo. A fonte utilizada para a investigação foi o jornal Folha de São Borja, veiculado desde 1970. Especificamente foram utilizadas uma matéria veiculada no ano de 1970 e outra de 1978, o que fornece à pesquisa um caráter documental. Assim, nos anos em questão, observou-se que o periódico noticiou as solenidades que marcaram o aniversário da “Revolução”, sem fazer oposição à comemoração e apenas tratou de narrar os acontecimentos do evento. Portanto, o jornal em questão veiculou em suas páginas a existência de uma revolução em 1964 e não um golpe de Estado, como é pertinente que se diga. Ou seja, destacamos que os eventos noticiados não foram aniversários da revolução, mas de um golpe, que entre suas medidas foi a deposição do Presidente João Goulart.
Unlocking the Power of Canva: Students’ Views on Using the All-In-One Tool for Creativity and Collaboration
Authors: Pedroso John Erwin , RV S. SULLEZA  , Keith Hae Moon C. FRANCISCO  , Ayya Jade O. NOMAN  , Chynna Althea V. MARTINEZ
Published: July 2023

As technology continues to be integrated into the field of education, many students and teachers turn to digital tools to enhance their learning and teaching experience. Among these tools is Canva, a web-based graphic design platform. This qualitative descriptive study seeks to investigate the views of students on using Canva as an all-in-one tool for creativity and collaboration. It was conducted among eight (8) Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED) major in Social Studies students who were identified through a purposeful sampling technique. The students were asked to write narratively in a written interview questionnaire based on Graham Gibbs' reflective cycle that was created using Google Docs. The analysis revealed three (3) main themes: unique features (user-friendliness, diverse applications, and efficient collaboration), positive effects on creativity and collaboration (continued usage, enhanced skills, and increased satisfaction), and drawbacks (application’s limitations and users’ limitations). The results demonstrated that students have predominantly positive opinions of Canva. It enables them to unleash their creativity, optimize collaboration, and produce visually captivating designs. However, they also acknowledged that despite its user-friendliness and comprehensive features, Canva has certain disadvantages that may come from the application and the students themselves. Factors like overreliance on the application and weak connectivity may pose a challenge to their design process. Nevertheless, Canva remains a valuable digital tool for students in enhancing their educational endeavors.
Meta Analysis Study of Marketing Innovation on SME Business Performance in Ethiopia
Authors: Kant Shashi , Fisseha Dejene YADETE  , Chalchissa Amentie KERO
Published: July 2023

This study looked at how market innovation affected SMEs' performance in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia, with the use of government support programs as a moderator. The study's meta-analysis will be guided by the Schumpeter innovation theory, which also incorporates the diffusion of innovation theory, expectancy theory, institutional theory, stakeholder theory, absorptive capacity theory, resource-based view/theory, dynamic capability theory, R-A theory, and a unified theory of acceptance and use of technology. The researcher used an effect size approach based on a forest and funnel plot to scan, exclude, and include relevant material. Researchers discovered a connection between the dimension of innovation and company performance on the basis of an extensive literature review. Also Based on the studied literature, the researcher discovered a link between the moderation of the government support program and the performance of SMEs' firms in the area of innovation. To carry out this study, an exploratory sequential mixed-methods research design will be used. Based on the current literature, the study attempts to create a conceptual framework and testable hypotheses. It was discovered that the impact of marketing innovation on a firm's performance was moderated by government support programs. Businesses must be encouraged to adopt government support programs with a moderating influence as a result.