bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluating the Impact of Smog Emergency Policies on Air Quality and Public Perception by Using Geospatial Technologies: A Case Study of Lahore, Pakistan
Authors: Mehmood Ahsan , Usama Raja Muhammad , Mehmood Ahmad , Rizwan Samawia
Published: December 2024

Air pollution, particularly smog, poses a significant global health threat, with Pakistan experiencing annual smog episodes starting in October. This study examines air quality in Lahore, frequently ranked among the world's most polluted cities, focusing on the effectiveness of government initiatives like the Smog Emergency and Health and Environmental Emergency. By analyzing changes in the Air Quality Index (AQI) and pollutant concentrations (NO2, SO2, O3, CO, PM2.5) before, during, and after implementing emergency policies, we assess their impact on air quality. Data was sourced from the AQI platform and Sentinel-5P satellite through its Tropospheric Monitoring Instrument (TROPOMI) and analyzed using Google Earth Engine and ArcGIS Pro for spatial visualization. While modest improvements were noted during the emergencies, particularly in SO2 levels, these were short-lived, with significant increases in NO2 and SO2 post-emergency. Ozone levels slightly decreased post-emergency, while CO trends varied. Additionally, a survey revealed that most residents perceived no improvement in air quality during the emergency and experienced disruptions to their daily lives and financial losses. Despite low satisfaction with government actions, many expressed conditional support for future initiatives, indicating a need for more sustainable approaches to smog control.
The improvement of natural transformation procedure and the development of genome manipulation methods for Streptococcus thermophilus B-6
Authors: Sun Kexiong , Sun Yukai , Wang Jingbo , Jiang Yueqiu , Wang Bingxin , Liu Xipeng , Li Jie , Liu Huili , Zhao Youbao , Zhang Longxian , Zhang Xinfu
Published: December 2024

Background Streptococcus thermophilus
is invaluable in both of dairy factory and scientific research, and different S. thermophilus strains have different advantages in industry. As a result, fast, easy, biosafe, and widely applicable genome manipulation methods for S. thermophilus are of high demands. The traditional temperature-sensitive plasmid-based homologous recombination method is neither fast nor easy, the current natural transformation method is not widely applicable, and the recently established endogenous CRISPR-Cas system-assisted method is not easy in plasmid construction.
Results
In this project, we characterized the features of the natural transformation of S. thermophilus B-6 strain, and for the first time found that the DNA transport pathway activated at natural competent stage might be bidirectional. We optimized the natural transformation protocol to upgrade the transformation ratio of S. thermophilus B-6 from ~ 10− 5 to ~ 10− 2. With the improved natural transformation procedure, we developed a fast, easy, biosafe, and plasmid-independent method for the genome manipulation of this strain. We also established a novel native CRISPR-Cas system-assisted genome manipulation pathway with a higher efficiency, which did not require any new plasmid construction. By the novel genome manipulation methods, we created different CRISPR-Cas system mutant strains and a recA overexpressing strain.
Conclusions
Our finding contributes to better understanding the features of natural competence. Our convenient and biosafe genome manipulation methods will be valuable for most of the S. thermophilus strains, and will contribute to the germplasm improvement of dairy industry. Besides, the S. thermophilus mutants we generated in this project will be useful in the future cellular metabolism investigations.
Effect of Innovative Interactive Approaches to Educating Pregnant Women About Iodine Deficiency
Authors: Mohamed Heba Alkotb , Ibrahim Asmaa Abobakr , Yousef Farida Kamel , Alkaabi Ohood , Asiri Abdulaziz
Published: December 2024

Pregnant women are vulnerable to iodine deficiency, which poses risks to maternal and fetal health. Preventive education on iodine intake is essential to reduce these risks. This quasi-experimental study evaluated the effectiveness of innovative interactive education techniques on pregnant women’s knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding iodine deficiency. A total of 132 pregnant women attending Suez Canal University Hospital clinics were divided into an intervention group, which received interactive education, and a control group, which received standard education. The intervention included multimedia presentations, group discussions, and digital tools focused on the importance of iodine. Results indicated significant improvements in knowledge, attitudes, and dietary practices related to iodine intake in the intervention group, with sustained effects at follow-up. These findings highlight the potential of interactive education in promoting preventive health behaviors among pregnant women.
Mascha Kaléko, 1907–1975
Authors: Czier Uwe , Primus Dora
Published: December 2024

Mascha Kaléko ist vor allem für ihre neusachlichen, weiblich-melancholischen, augenzwinkernden Gedichte bekannt. Nicht ohne Grund haben Hermann Hesse und Kurt Pinthus ihren Stil mit Heinrich Heine verglichen. Ihr lyrisches Stenogrammheft, 1933 erschienen, gehört zu den erfolgreichsten Lyrikbänden in deutscher Sprache. Ihre Übersetzungen beschränken sich dagegen auf einzelne Texte aus dem Hebräischen und Jiddischen. Zudem findet sich in ihrem Nachlass eine kurze Reflexikon über die "Unübersetzbarkeit von Lyrik".
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Authors: Abdulghafoor Aram Najmadeen
Published: December 2024

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Artistic structure in Kurdish Mobile Poetry
Authors: Khoshnaw Kamaran Aba-bakr Khudhur
Published: December 2024

Language is the basic tool for the structural structure of the poetic text, and it can include all other principles, including the artistic structure, which is present in every poetic text and in terms of (form, language, artistic image and artistic form). This research is an attempt to analyze and reveal the artistic structure of Kurdish mobile poetry and to show the features of this poetic form.
مدى فاعلية القدرات الابداعية (أصالة التفكير) بالتنبؤ في أساليب أدارة المباراة لدى مدربي كرة القدم
Authors: Aga Omar Majeed
Published: December 2024

هدف البحث التعرف على :

التعرف على مستوى أساليب إدارة المباراة واصالة التفكير لدى مدربي أندية الدرجة الاولى بكرة القدم في أقليم كوردستان العراق .
التعرف على مدى فاعلية القدرات الابداعية في التفكير لدى مدربي أندية الدرجة الاولى بكرة القدم بدلالة أساليب إدارتهم للمباراة.

وتحددت منهجية البحث بالمنهج الوصفي وفق الاسلوبين التحليلي والمسحي، وتمثلت عينة البحث من مدربي اندية الدرجة الاولى بكرة القدم في اقليم كوردستان، واشتملت ادوات البحث من مقياس اصالة التقكير المعد من قبل (عبد اللطيف محمد خليفة ، 2007) ومقياس اساليب ادارة المباراة المعد من قبل (وائل، واحمد،2018) وبعد تطبيق المقياسين على عينة البحث تم التوصل الى مجموعة من الاستنتاجات منها:

امتلاك مدربي اندية الدرجة الاولى بكرة القدم في اقليم كوردستان مستوى مرتفع في اساليب أدارة المباراة .
ساهمت القدرات الابداعية (اصالة التفكير ) لدى مدربي اندية الادرجة الاولى بكرة القدم في اقليم كوردستان بشكل فعال وايجابي في اساليب ادارتهم لمباراة كرة القدم.

واوصت الدراسة الى ضرورة استثمار نتائج البحث في بناء برامج لتنمية القدرات الابداعية في التفكيرلدى مدربي كرة القدم و القدرة توظيفها في فن ادارة المباراة اثناء المنافسات الرياضية.
الکلمات الدالة: اصالة التفكير، القدرات الإبداعية، مدربي، كرة القدم
Parkinson’s Disease Movement Disorder Nurse Specialist Demographic Survey 2021
Authors: Williams Susan , Tsui David , Zeppel Melanie
Published: December 2024

Parkinson’s disease is a common neurological condition. Patients benefit from patient centred care provided by a Parkinson’s disease or movement disorder nurse specialist. This study is the second in a series of annually recurring publications to progressively monitor the growth and development of the PDMDNS profession in Australia. Results will firstly; provide evidence to support the PDMDNS professional body in Australia to advocate for adequate resources, sufficient training and appropriate levels of qualifications and pay grades, secondly; assist in identifying gaps in the provision of services to people living with PD.
Characteristics of Sterilised Nickel Titanium and Stainless Steel Orthodontic Archwires
Authors:   Middle technical University, College of Health and Medical Techniques, Department of Prosthetic Dental Techniques, 10074 Iraq, Baghdad, Abood Akhlas Zeid ,   Department of Dental Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 13200 Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang, Mohd Noor Siti Noor Fazliah ,   Department of Dental Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 13200 Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang,   Dental Stimulation and Virtual Learning, Research Excellence Consortium, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 13200 Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang, Mohamad Suhaimi Fatanah ,   Department of Dental Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 13200 Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang,   Dental Stimulation and Virtual Learning, Research Excellence Consortium, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 13200 Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang, Hussein Al-Fatlawi Fakhri Abid Ali ,   Al-Farabi Collective College, 11691 Iraq, Baghdad, Ahmad Shafiai Noor Ayuni ,   Department of Dental Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 13200 Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang
Published: December 2024

Sterilisation removes microorganisms in the vegetative or spore states from a material, surface or medium. Ensuring infection control is of utmost importance for health safety. Pathogenic microorganisms are frequently transmitted from one person to another because of ineffective sterilising agents, apparatus and equipment. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of sterilisation methods on morphological parameters of super elastic nickel titanium (NiTi) and stainless steel (SS) orthodontic archwires. The archwires were sterilised using a variety of methods, including dry heat sterilisation (oven) at 160°C for 1 h, steam heat sterilisation (autoclave) at 121°C for 15 min and cold sterilisation (2% glutaraldehyde) at 10 h. After sterilisation, the wires were tested, and the morphological changes was determined through atomic force microscopy (AFM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The AFM and SEM results obtained before and after the sterilisation of the NiTi and SS orthodontic archwires did not show clear differences in the surface structure. No changes in the elemental composition of the NiTi and SS wires, and no new phase appeared according to the XRD results which support the use of archwire sterilisation procedures as part of the infection control treatment and are considered a suitable procedure related to the characterisation of the orthodontic archwires
Günümüz Kırgız Toplumunda Sosyal Bir Sorun Olarak Kız Ala Kaçuu’nun (Kız Kaçırma) Arka Planı
Authors: Ünal Ali
Published: December 2024

Kız kaçırma, antropoloji ve sosyoloji literatüründe sıkça rastlanan, fakat tanımı henüz tüm açıklığıyla ortaya konmamış kavramlardan biridir. Kırgız destan ve masallarına da konu olan kız kaçırma uygulamasına, geçmişte çok nadir olarak rastlandığı iddia edilmesine rağmen günümüz Kırgız toplumunda, ister tek tarafın, isterse iki tarafın rızası olsun veya olmasın evlenme ve dolayısıyla yuva kurmak amacı ile meydana gelen toplumsal bir olay ve davranış olarak kabul görmektedir. Yapılan araştırmalar ve bilgiler dahilinde toplumun %80’i kız kaçırmaya olumsuz yaklaşmasına karşın Kırgız toplumunda evliliklerin yaklaşık 4/1’inin kız kaçırma ile gerçekleştiği tespit edilmektedir. Bu yönüyle evlilik biçimin en yaygın uygulamasından biridir. Tarihsel süreç içerisinde kız kaçırmaların önüne geçmek için caydırıcı kural ve cezalar verilmesine, günümüz Kırgızistan Ceza Kanunu’nda suç teşkil etmesine karşın kız kaçırma ile yapılan evlilikler Kırgız toplumunun sosyal hayatında ve düşünce dünyasında geniş bir yer tutmaktadır. Söz konusu çalışmada, Kırgız toplumda mevcut olan kız ala kaçuu uygulamasının tarihsel süreç içinde bugünkü toplumsal ve sosyolojik yönü ele alınarak geleneksel ve modern süreçler içerisinde kız ala kaçuunun toplumsal karşılığı, uygulamaları, nedenleri, sonuçları ve hukuki boyutu üzerinde durulmaktadır. Bugün gelinen noktada kamuoyunda gelenek olup olmadığı büyük tartışma konusu olan kız ala kaçuu olayının mevcut durumuna cevap aranmaya çalışılmaktadır.
Yerel Kalkınmada Kültürel Mirasın Önemi: Amasra’da Çekicilik Sanatı Örneği
Authors: Bağdatlı Çam Fatma , Sarı Güven Melek , Aygün Burak Kayhan , Avşar Hakan , Öncü Umutcan
Published: December 2024

Kültür, insanlığın kazanımlarının, deneyimlerinin ve başarılarının katlanarak büyümesiyle oluşan bir değerler bütünüdür. Bu birikimin sonucu olarak ortaya çıkan Kültürel mirasın ise yerel kalkınma üzerindeki etkisi gün geçtikçe önem kazanmaktadır. Bir neslin gelecek nesillere bıraktığı topluma ait değerler bütünü olan kültürel miras, Amasra için çekicilik sanatıdır. Tarih öncesi çağlardan günümüze ulaşmış olan bu sanat ağacı malzeme olarak kullanan ve oduna şekil veren bir üretim biçimidir. Türk kültür mirası olarak nesillerdir süren bu geleneğin Amasra için turizm değerinin olduğu bilinmekle birlikte ekonomiye olan katkısının da araştırılması önem arz etmektedir. Bu sebeple, çekicilik sanatının kültürel miras olarak halk tarafından benimsenmesi, korunması ve sürdürülmesi önemli hale gelmiştir. Son yıllarda sürdürülebilirlik kavramının kalkınma teorilerinde önemli bir yeri olduğu görülmektedir. Bu sebeple yerel kalkınma öznesi olarak ele alınacak çekicilik sanatının da bu bağlamda ele alınması doğru olacaktır. Tübitak 2209-A Projesi kapsamında desteklenmiş olan bu çalışmada sözlü tarih yöntemiyle kaynak kişilere ulaşılarak elde edilen bilgiler doğrultusunda bu sanatın yöre halkı için önemi ile bölgeye ekonomik ve turizm değeri olarak katkısı araştırılmıştır.
Ottoman Factor in the Ukrainian Culture of the Northern Black Sea Region of the 18th Century (Based on Archeological Research)
Authors: Biliaieva Svitlana , Sviaschenko Zinaida , Kutsenko Sergei
Published: December 2024

The article deals with the analysis of specific development features of the Ukrainian ethnics and culture within the Northern area of the Ottoman state. The new approaches and evaluations of the Ukrainian and Ottoman societies co-existence are proposed. References for the current view of the issue included the materials of archeological researches of the last decades. That is the first time in history when the issue of forming and functioning of the two territorial Ukrainian habitats with different social and economic models and prospective for development on the territory of Ukraine at the beginning of the 18th century was touched.
Having analyzed the discovered immense number of archeological materials as a result of long-term archeological studies and stationary excavations of Medieval and Modern Times monuments of South Ukraine, the authors state that the second habitat of the development of the Ukrainian population, being specified by its development social and economic model, involves the South of Ukraine including Lower Dnipro river and a wide Black Sea coastline.
Klasik Türk Edebiyatında Bir Tür Olarak Şükürnâme
Authors: Kavaklıyazı Ahmet
Published: December 2024

Klasik edebiyat eserlerinin türlerine dair bugüne kadar yapılan çalışmalarda tespit ve tasnif noktasında önemli mesafeler katedilmiştir. Her ne kadar “tür”ün kavramsal çerçevesi hâlen tartışmalı olsa da literatüre eklenen eserler sayesinde yeni tür tespitlerinin yapılabilmesi söz konusudur. Şükürnâme ve şükriyye adlı eserlerin de bu bağlamda ele alınması mümkündür. Zira bu başlıktaki eserleri inceleyen çalışmalarda tür tespitlerinin birbirinden farklı olduğu görülür. Dolayısıyla söz konusu eserlerin şekil ve muhteva bakımından incelenmesi ve buradan hareketle şükürnâme adında müstakil bir edebî türün olup olmadığının belirlenmesi gerekmektedir. Çalışmada bu maksatla ilk önce tür kavramının çerçevesi ve türleri toplu hâlde konu edinen belli başlı yayınlar üzerinde durulmuş, sonra ilgili olduğu diğer türlerle bağlantıları incelenerek “şükürnâme”nin tespiti yapılmıştır. Daha sonra da şükürnâme/şükriyye başlıklı eserler, yazmalardan da yararlanılarak tür özellikleri açısından incelenmiştir. Neticede şükürnâmenin edebî bir tür olarak, Cenab-ı Hakk’a şükretmenin gerekliliği konusunda yazılmış; yer yer tahmid, münacat ve nasihat içerikli söyleyişlerin de bulunduğu eserleri ifade ettiği görülmüştür.
Streamflow simulation at different temporal scales under rating curve uncertainty conditions using machine learning models
Authors: Mena Nahom Bekele , Ukumo Tigistu Yisihak , Haile Ashagre Paulos Paulos , Edamo Muluneh Legesse Legesse , Olango Nardos Tesfalem
Published: December 2024

Reducing uncertainty in streamflow simulation is vital for effective water resource management. The impact of uncertainty in model calibration data (discharge), commonly derived from the rating curve, is often overlooked. This study applies the Monte Carlo simulation technique (MCST) to assess uncertainty in the rating curve. Advanced machine learning (ML) models, bidirectional long short-term memory (BiLSTM), and bidirectional gated recurrent units (BiGRUs) were used comparatively to evaluate the propagation of this uncertainty onto streamflow simulation on both daily and monthly temporal scales. Different sets of streamflow data, derived from the fitted curve and its lower and upper uncertainty bands, were utilized to train ML models independently. The results show the substantial impact of rating curve uncertainty in streamflow simulations, with the BiGRU model surpassing the BiLSTM model on both scales. As a result, the uncertainty in the rating curve results in an uncertainty of the streamflow of up to 30 and 25% on daily and monthly simulations, respectively. These findings underscore the importance of considering rating curve uncertainty in streamflow simulation to ensure accurate and reliable results. Therefore, streamflow should be treated as an uncertain variable and managed by incorporating rating curve uncertainty in decision-making.
Multi-objective cropping pattern optimization and comparative assessment with the food-energy-water nexus
Authors: Hacısüleyman Volkan , Özger Mehmet
Published: December 2024

Agriculture is the largest consumer of water, accounting for nearly 70% of global freshwater consumption, and it also uses about 30% of the world's energy. This creates an increasing challenge for the efficient use of water and energy resources while adequately meeting food demand. Therefore, understanding the interrelations between food, energy, and water resources is crucial. In this study, a multi-objective linear programming model was employed to identify alternative scenarios for optimal cropping areas that minimize water use in agriculture and maximize agricultural income. Different weight coefficients were assigned to these objective functions to generate various cropping scenarios. Once the optimal cropping patterns for each scenario were determined, parameters such as water use, energy requirements, agricultural revenue, and carbon dioxide emissions were calculated based on the food-energy-water nexus. The results for each alternative crop pattern scenario were then analyzed. The results indicate that prioritizing the objective of minimizing water use leads to an average reduction of 3.35% in water use, 1.18% in energy demand, and 0.26% in carbon dioxide emissions, while agricultural income increases by an average of 1% compared to the base scenario. Conversely, when maximizing agricultural income is prioritized, there is an average increase of 2.05% in agricultural income.
O potencial de rochas vulcânicas do Grupo Serra Geral para a remineralização de solos
Authors: Cardozo Emanuélle Soares , Souza Eduarda Gomes de , Romani Rubia Flores , Escobar Cicero  Coelho de , Nadaleti Willian Cézar , Vieira Bruno Müller , Pinto Viter Magalhães
Published: December 2024

O uso de fertilizantes químicos em larga escala gera significativo impacto ambiental negativo. O desenvolvimento e aperfeiçoamento de técnicas que fomentem a sustentabilidade, com alternativas que supram as necessidades nutricionais das culturas têm sido de grande interesse da comunidade científica. A remineralização do solo é uma prática agrícola que envolve a adição de rochas moídas ao solo, como forma de fornecer nutrientes essenciais às plantas. Os remineralizadores são regulamentados no Brasil pela Lei 12.890/2013 e a Instrução Normativa 05/2016 do Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento (MAPA) atribui os parâmetros mínimos para que uma rocha seja destinada à remineralização de solos. Neste estudo realizou-se análise geoquímica comparativa entre os basaltos aflorantes dos municípios de Estância Velha e Campo Bom, nordeste do estado do Rio Grande do Sul, com os parâmetros mínimos estabelecidos pelo MAPA. Constatou-se que as litologias analisadas apresentam características com elevado potencial para serem empregadas como remineralizadores, como teor médio de K2O equivalente a 1,82%; teor da soma de bases abrangendo intervalo de 13,64 a 17,43% e níveis seguros de arsênio, cádmio, mercúrio e chumbo. A pesquisa e o desenvolvimento contínuos nessa área são fundamentais para encontrar soluções inovadoras e sustentáveis para a agricultura.
Assessing the Performance and Limitations of PERSIANN-CDR: A Case Study in the São Francisco River Basin
Authors: Oliveira Erick Venicius Schinke Vasconcelos de , Damasceno José Haldo Bomfim , Pereira Fabio Farias , Holanda Sandro Correia de
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the performance and limitations of the PERSIANN-CDR precipitation estimates dataset in comparison to strategically selected rain gauge stations within the São Francisco River Basin. The study covers the period from January 1989 to December 2018. The results reveal distinct patterns in the performance of PERSIANN-CDR. Notably, the dataset consistently underestimates precipitation at stations closest to the outlet, with a bias (PBIAS) of approximately -20%. Conversely, it tends to overestimate precipitation at other stations, with a bias (PBIAS) of around 40%. Furthermore, PERSIANN-CDR precipitation estimates exhibited variations in their ability to capture precipitation variability. They performed well at stations in the middle and upper São Francisco regions but fell short at stations near the sub-middle and lower São Francisco. Additionally, we highlight the tendency of PERSIANN-CDR to overestimate precipitation variability, especially during periods of heavy rainfall, such as the rainy season from October to March.
Banco de dados geotécnico georreferenciado dos subleitos de rodovias federais localizadas no Estado do Ceará
Authors: Silvestre Amanda Maria Gomes Sales , Saraiva Dion Teixeira , Cavalcante Mateus Marcial Magalhães , Silva Mariana Gonçalves da , Barroso Suelly Helena de Araújo , Ribeiro Antonio Junior Alves
Published: December 2024

Este artigo apresenta uma análise de dados de subleitos que foram fornecidos pelo Departamento Nacional de Infraestrutura de Transportes (DNIT), em formato de relatórios analógicos. As informações foram digitalizadas e transformadas em um banco de dados geotécnicos georreferenciados, através do Microsoft Excel e QGIS Desktop 3.28.9, possibilitando verificações dos resultados e correções de erros de classificação dos solos, dando início à construção de uma plataforma digital para o conhecimento prévio das características geotécnicas de determinadas regiões do Estado, bem como, a geração de modelos e mapas temáticos. A planilha analisada contém: identificação de estudo geotécnico, rodovia, estaca, coordenadas UTM, profundidade de coleta, umidade ótima, massa específica seca máxima, California Bearing Ratio (CBR), expansão, limite de liquidez, índice de plasticidade, granulometria, observações relativas às peculiaridades dos solos analisados, índice de grupo e classificação da American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). A análise dos resultados foi feita com a geração de tabelas e gráficos dinâmicos, constatando-se que, de acordo com o CBR, os materiais analisados têm comportamento mecânico adequado para serem utilizados em subleitos de rodovias, e que a classificação da AASHTO consegue prever adequadamente o comportamento mecânico dos solos do Estado do Ceará.
Potencial da Multipolarização e da Multifrequência de Imagens de Radar na Identificação da Cobertura da Terra na Amazônia Oriental
Authors: Silva Fabrício Sousa da , Polidori Laurent , Toledo Peter Man de , Lima Aline Maria Meiguins de
Published: December 2024

O objetivo do presente trabalho é analisar o potencial de imagens de radar de abertura sintética para identificar as diferentes classes de cobertura de terras representativas para a Amazônia Oriental, em área de proteção. Foram analisadas imagens distribuídas gratuitamente referentes aos sensores ALOS PALSAR-2 (banda L, polarização HH e HV) e Sentinel 1A (banda C, polarizações VV e VH), referente ao mês de novembro de 2022, as quais foram avaliadas separadamente e integradas para identificação, através de classificação por aprendizagem de máquina, das seguintes classes: Cobertura Florestal, Cobertura Campestre, Campos úmidos e Cobertura Hídrica. Os resultados mostram que os alvos de interesse, em ambiente representativo da Amazônia, se apresentam melhor diferenciados através da integração multifrequencial e multipolarização entre as bandas C e L, permitindo alcançar acurácia de classificação excelente e todas as classes escolhidas apresentaram índice Kappa satisfatórios
Predição de perdas de solo e apreensão agrotecnológica no Sertão Alagoano
Authors: Cirilo Nathanael Cabral , Carvalho Claudia Csekö Nolasco de , Alves Lander de Jesus , Nunes Fábio Carvalho
Published: December 2024

A erosão acelerada do solo é um problema ambiental relacionado a forma de ocupação e uso das terras e compromete as funções de produção, biótica e reguladora do clima. No semiárido, a perda de produtividade e a expansão do fenômeno de desertificação é pouco associada aos processos erosivos e relacionada a seca pelos agricultores. A avaliação da erosão no município de Poço das Trincheira - AL através da Equação Universal de Perdas de Solo, relaciona seu impacto a perda de produtividade e mudanças de uso correlacionando os resultados com dados do censo agropecuário IBGE e de desmatamento do MapBiomas de 2010 a 2021. O mapa de erosão predito teve acurácia de 52% e Kappa de 35%. A erosão laminar predomina e é intensificada pelo uso inadequado de tecnologias. Há avanço da atividade agropecuária em detrimento de áreas do Bioma Caatinga. As atividades humanas e a mudança climática, que podem estar associadas, não favorecem a revegetação, e podem implicar na degradação irreversível do solo e expansão do fenômeno de desertificação. A percepção da taxa de erosão do solo pode ajudar no desenvolvimento de estratégias de conscientização para o estabelecimento de práticas de manejo que reduzam as perdas de solo na região.
Comportamento hidromecânico e processo de formação de fissuras em solo expansivo reforçado com fibras de coco verde.
Authors: Faustino Otávio Wesley Cavalcanti , Ferreira Silvio Romero de Melo
Published: December 2024

As fibras de coco verde descartadas em locais não adequados tornam-se passivo ambiental. Nesta pesquisa, a viabilidade de reutilizar fibras de coco como reforço em solo expansivo de Paulista/PE, é investigada através de experimentos laboratóriais, em amostra do solo compactado e em misturas com fibras de coco nas proporções em peso de 0,25%; 0,50%; 1,00% e 2,00%. Foram realizados os ensaios de: granulometria, limites de consistências, compressão, tensão de expansão, condutividade hidráulica e de análise de formação de fissuras por secagem. O potencial de expansão, com o acréscimo de fibras há redução na tensão de expansão do solo de 101,7 kPa do solo natural para 25,8 kPa para o solo com 1% de fibra de coco, uma redução de 74,63%. A resistência a tração por compressão diametral cresce 42% ao se adicionar 2% de fibra ao solo natural. Em relação à compressão simples, apresentou aumento na tensão máxima de 57,49%. A condutividade hidráulica não se altera, os valores não excedem a permeabilidade de (10-9 m/s). O fator de intensidade da fissura (CIF) diminui à medida que o teor de fibras aumenta. A inserção de fibras de coco verde ao solo expansivo melhora todas as características geotécnicas investigadas do solo expansivo.
Produção científica dos egressos do programa de pós-graduação stricto sensu em Saúde, ambiente e trabalho da UFBA, titulados no período de 2009 a 2019
Authors: Magno Sheila Mendes Argôlo , Viola Denise Nunes , Lima Verônica Maria Cadena , Araújo Leonam Vicente Moura de , Almeida Flávia Goreth da Silva , Santos Kionna Oliveira Bernardes , Ceballos Albanita Gomes da Costa de , Rêgo Rita de Cássia Franco
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: descrever aspectos do perfil e da produção científica dos egressos do Programa de Pós-graduação em Saúde, Ambiente e Trabalho da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade Federal da Bahia (PPGSAT/UFBA). Método: pesquisa documental sobre a referida produção, constante no currículo Lattes dos egressos, realizada entre março e abril de 2020. Foram coletadas características acadêmicas e profissionais, além da produção técnica e científica dos 165 egressos, publicada entre 2009 e 2019. Foi realizada análise exploratória do material, seguida do teste de aleatorização utilizando a estatística do teste qui-quadrado para verificar a existência de associação entre algumas variáveis de interesse no estudo. Resultados: do total de 163 egressos (98,8% da população de egressos), 78,5% eram do sexo feminino e 74,2% de graduados na área da saúde, ou 98 (60,1%) publicaram, pelo menos, um artigo em revistas e/ou livro/capítulo. Foram 279 publicações, com média de 1,7 publicações/egresso. A variável publicação em periódico apresentou associação com trabalho técnico, publicação de trabalho completo e publicação de resumo, em 20%, 30% e 70% das subamostras, respectivamente. Conclusão: os resultados mostraram que, nesses 10 anos de curso de mestrado, o Programa possibilitou a inserção de egressos no doutorado e na área da docência, além de apresentar um número importante de publicações científicas discentes. Estes dados darão subsídios para que o Programa desenvolva uma parte do processo de autoavaliação proposto atualmente pela CAPES e poderá motivar, ainda, o aprofundamento de estudos sobre a temática e subsidiar pesquisas semelhantes em outros programas de pós-graduação.
Synthesis, Pharmacological Activities, Structure-activity Relationship of 1,3,4-Oxadiazole-Piperazine Conjugates: A Review
Authors: Sharma Upasana , Kumar Rajnish , Mazumder Avijit , Salahuddin  , Tyagi Pankaj Kumar , Singh Saurabh
Published: December 2024

The conjugation of heterocyclic compounds often aims to leverage the beneficial properties
of multiple compounds, which ultimately motivate the researchers to develop novel medicines
with better efficacy, affinity, modified selectivity, dual/various modes of action, reduced
side effects, lower cost, or enhanced therapeutic profiles. Hybrid molecules or conjugates for
synergistic effect are obtained by combining structural features of two differently active fragments.
Due to 1,3,4-oxadiazole’s alternating single and double bonds, each atom providing a porbital
perpendicular to the molecule's plane is stabilized like a drug molecule. The conjugate of
1,3,4-oxadiazole with piperazine moiety exhibits a range of physiological effects such as lowering
blood pressure, antimicrobial, antitubercular, antioxidant, anticancer, antiproliferative, etc.
Numerous natural molecules with pharmacological importance have also been found to possess
conjugation between piperazine and 1,3,4-oxadiazole. As there is a lack of studies that focused on
the synthetic protocols, pharmacological potential, and structure-activity relationship of the conjugates
of 1,3,4-oxadiazoles and piperazines, the presented article highlights specifically these
dimensions which have been reported in the last 10 years (2014-2024) These details assist researchers
in designing their studies, and it is hoped that researchers from various scientific fields
will find the manuscript beneficial for their future work on the conjugates of 1,3,4-oxadiazoles
and piperazine.
Sustainable Stabilization of Brown and Green Clays Using Industrial By-products
Authors: Abdel-Jaber Mu’tasim , Ibrahim Reem , Al-shamayleh Rawan , AlQatamin Abdullah , Khrisat Mohammad , Barghouthi Amjad , Tarawneh Bashar
Published: December 2024

Background

The disposal of industrial by-products and the rising cost of construction materials are critical issues globally, particularly in developing nations such as Jordan. Brown and green clay are considered problematic types of soft clay, as they fail to meet the necessary specifications for use in construction.

Objective

This study aims to assess the efficiency of Cement Kiln Dust (CKD) and Silica Fume (S.F.) as stabilizing agents for brown and green clays. The research explores how CKD and S.F. can be used as cost-efficient and eco-friendly alternatives to enhance the mechanical properties of soft clays, improving their viability for construction.

Methods

An experimental approach was used to investigate the impact of CKD and S.F. on brown and green clay stabilization. The study examines the effect of varying CKD and S.F. concentrations on the clays' plasticity, compaction, unconfined compressive strength, and consolidation properties. CKD was tested at four different levels (0%, 5%, 10%, and 15%), as was S.F. (0%, 5%, 10%, and 15%).

Results

The findings revealed a notable enhancement in the engineering properties and behavior of both brown and green clay, with reductions observed in the plasticity index (P.I.), compression index (Cc), compressive strength (qc), and maximum dry density (γd).

Conclusion

Adding 15% CKD to brown clay resulted in the most significant improvements after a curing period of 7 days based on the unconfined compressive strength test results.
A Comprehensive Review of COVID-19 Transmission and Vaccine Development: Past, Present, and Future Prospects
Authors: Jit Tanmay , Paul Amrit , Chowdhury Sailee
Published: December 2024

Corona virusis a large group of viruses that cause respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses. Originating in Wuhan, China, in December 2019, the 2019-novel Corona virus pandemic has spread around the globe and raised concerns. Due to the large number of individuals affected worldwide, the illness has rendered isolated areas uninhabitable, forcing residents to stay inside their homes in an effort to contain its spread. The 2019 corona virus, the severe acute respiratory syndrome corona virus, and the first human pandemic of the twenty-first century have identical human cellular receptors. Nevertheless, compared to the severe acute respiratory syndrome corona virus, the 2019-novel corona virus is more powerful, highly infectious, and changeable. The spike glycoprotein is the best place to create a 2019 corona virus vaccine. Where would be best to develop a vaccine against the 2019 novel Numerous mechanisms, including receptor binding, membrane fusion via conformational changes, viral internalization, host tissue tropism, and spike deactivation due to antibody-induced instability, depend on the spike glycoprotein known as corona virus. After the first breakout in December 2019, everyone in the world felt momentarily comforted when the death ratio began to decline around the end of 2020. People believed that the summer was one of the best seasons to combat illness and prevent its spread. However, in recent months, a global outcry over new 2019 Corona virus infection variations has garnered attention, putting people's lives, regardless of age or community, at risk. Scholars must concentrate on the findings and advancements. In addition, we have worked to increase awareness of the need for the creation of an international virtual community in order to enable smooth communication across all parts of the world and support mankind in the case of a category 5 coronavirus outbreak.
Ayurveda and Mental Health: Integrative Perspectives on Neuro-Psychiatric Disorders
Authors: Solanki Akshay  , Maya  , H.M.L. Meena
Published: December 2024

Ayurveda, the ancient Indian medical system, offers profound insights into mental health (Manas) by addressing the psychosomatic interface through an integrative model. As mental health disorders rise globally, exploring Ayurveda’s role in addressing psychiatric ailments, including anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline, is essential. This review delves into the Ayurvedic conceptualization of mental health, particularly the role of the Manas Doshas (Rajas and Tamas), Sattvavajaya (mind pacification), and Ojas (mental immunity). Emphasis is placed on the therapeutic role of Rasayana (rejuvenation), Panchakarma, psychotropic herbs, and compound formulations like Manas Mitra Vatakam and Smriti Sagara Rasa, and lifestyle modifications in mental health management. Furthermore, recent advances in the neuropsychopharmacology of Ayurvedic herbs, integration of Ayurveda with modern psychiatry, and research-backed evidence supporting these interventions are critically discussed.
A Review on Ayurvedic Cosmetology and Cosmetic Toxicity
Authors: Chaudhari Hinal , Akshita  , Priyal Patel
Published: December 2024

The skin is the fundamental component of one's exterior appearance. Both in the past and the present, external beauty has drawn a great deal of interest and desire. Ayurveda is highly sought after in the cosmetology profession because of its distinct outlook on beauty and its long-lasting, cost-effective, and efficacious beauty therapy. Person's overall health conditions determine their level of healthy skin, which necessitates a variety of skin care treatments throughout life. These treatments - Panchakarma, Varnya Mahakashay, Achara Rasayan, Rasayan therapy, Sadvritta, Dincharya, Rutucharya, and diet control - are advised by Acharyas and are detailed in the Samhita. Ayurveda's cosmetic approach in cosmetology is linked to mental and physical well-being. We purchase skin care products to take better care of our skin and to seem younger. However, due to the components in cosmetics, prolonged use of those items builds up within the body and can have negative effects like irritation, allergic hypersensitivity, and an increased risk of infection. It can also induce early skin aging by causing damage to skin tissues. Ayurvedic cosmetics, which is based on natural principles, meets modern standards. It is possible to successfully combine the concepts of Gara Visha and Dushi Visha with cosmetic toxicity. This article discusses the toxicity of beauty products and Ayurvedic notions related to cosmetology.
Ayurvedic Intervention for Vatakantak with special reference to Plantar Fasciitis: A Case Study
Authors: Hemal M. Shah  , Mandar Karve
Published: December 2024

Pain is a significant symptom that disrupts our daily activities and diminishes our quality of life. Heel pain is a particular type of discomfort that can hinder walking, thereby interfering with everyday routines. Among the various causes of heel pain in adults, plantar fasciitis is the most prevalent.[1] It is estimated that 1 in 10 people will develop Plantar Fasciitis during their life time.[2] As per Ayurveda it is mentioned by Acharya Sushruta[4] in the context of Vatavyadhi as a condition of heel due to improper placement of foot on the ground or by walking often correlated to a calcaneal spur which is a calcium deposit causing a bony protrusion on bone often frequently associated with plantar fasciitis, a painful inflammation of tissue. It is a common condition that affects normal routine work. Agnikarma, Snehna, Swedan, & Raktamokshana is the treatment choice of Vatakantaka. A 55-year-old female patient presented with primary complaints of pain in the left heel and sole of the foot which had persisted for one month. The pain intensified during the initial steps taken after rising from bed. The patient underwent Agnikarma treatment, consisting of five sessions at 5-days intervals, at the affected site, along with a regimen of Sinhanaad Guggulu at a dosage of 500 mg thrice daily for 30 days, and Mahavatavidhwansa Rasa 250 mg twice daily for 30 days. The patient’s condition was completely resolved without any recurrence. It is evident that plantar fasciitis can be effectively treated without recurrence through Ayurvedic interventions such as Agnikarma combined with Mruttika Shalaka.
STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING SUPPLY CHAIN PERFORMANCE OF KAYUMAS SPECIALTY COFFEE
Authors: Risanda Aisya , Muhaimin Abdul Wahib , Maulidah Silvana
Published: December 2024

Performance evaluation is essential in defining supply chain strategies because by taking measurements, companies can find out how the business processes in the supply chain are running and formulate strategic policies to improve supply chain performance. Specialty coffee is a premium coffee with a unique aroma and flavor originating from a specific region, and it is easy to trace its origin from the farm to the consumer. This study aims to evaluate the performance of the Kayumas specialty coffee supply chain using the SCOR-ANP method and determine performance improvement strategies using ANP analysis. The research results can be concluded that (1) Kayumas specialty coffee supply chain consists of farmers, farmer groups, distributors/resellers, and consumers, (2) the performance position of Kayumas specialty coffee is inferior, (3) the performance improvement strategy needed to improve product quality is a partnership between supply chain members to reach a price agreement.
ANALYSIS OF COMPETITIVENESS AND THE IMPACT OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES ON DAIRY COMMODITIES IN PASURUAN DISTRICT
Authors: Yulianti Nurdiana , Muhaimin Abdul Wahib , Maulidah Silvana
Published: December 2024

Milk is a food commodity that Indonesia continues to import in large quantities and continues to increase every year. This happens because demand continues to increase and cannot be matched by domestic production. This study aims to determine the competitiveness of dairy milk in Lekkok District, Pasuruan Regency which is the area with the largest dairy cattle population in East Java through the Policy Analysis Matrix (PAM) method. The analysis shows that the PCR value is -0.54 (<1), meaning that milk cultivated by farmers has a competitive advantage. The value of DRCR is 0.02 (<1) indicating that the milk cultivated by farmers also has a comparative. Overall, the input-output policy implemented by the government has not fully benefited farmers. The results of the sensitivity analysis showed that when the rupiah exchange rate weakened at 10% and 20%, the costs incurred by farmers increased and were directly proportional to the revenues that also increased.
COMPARATIVE ADVANTAGES OF COCONUT SUGAR AGROINDUSTRY: CASE STUDY IN PENGALUSAN VILLAGE, MREBET DISTRICT, PURBALINGGA REGENCY, CENTRAL JAVA, INDONESIA
Authors: Qomariyah Siti , Suhartini  , Nugroho Condro Puspo
Published: December 2024

The objectives of this research were to analyze the financial feasibility and the comparative advantages of the coconut sugar agroindustryin the form of crystal sugar and block sugar. This research is a case study in the centre of coconut sugar industry in Purbalingga Regency, namely Pengalusan Village, Mrebet District which was chosen purposively. Survey method was used in this research by interviewing 40 respondents for coconut crystal sugar agroindustry and 24 respondents of coconut block sugar agroindustry for primary data. This research also used secondary data from Statistical Agency. The analytical method used were the analysis of costs, revenues, profits, and R/C ratio, as well as DRC (Domestic Resource Cost) analysis. The results showed that the R/C ratio analysis for crystal sugar agroindustry was 1.11, and for block sugar agroindustry was 1.04. It means that both agroindustry are financially profitable so that they are feasible to do, though they just receive small profit. The results of the DRC ratio analysis showed that the coconut crystal sugar agroindustry has a comparative advantage so that it can be produced cost-efficiently when using domestic resources. The coconut crystal sugar agroindustry in Pengalusan Village has a comparative advantage with a DRCR (Domestic Resource Cost Ratio) value of 0.505, which means that agroindustry is efficient in allocating domestic resources and is able to save US$ 0.505 of foreign exchange from every US$ 1 unit. Therefore, to meet the demand for coconut sugar, it is better to increase domestic production.
Acceptance analysis of using Google Classroom with the UTAUT method in online learning
Authors: Ramdani Fitri , Priyanto Priyanto
Published: December 2024

The use of Google Classroom, which is less than optimal when the online learning process takes place, requires analysis to find out what factors influence the acceptance of using Google Classroom at SMK Negeri 3 Mataram. One technology acceptance model often used is the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of The Technology (UTAUT). The main variables of UTAUT in this study consist of six variables, namely Performance Expectancy, Effort Expectancy, Social Influence, Facilitating Conditions, Behavioral Intentions, Use Behavior, and two additional variables, namely Attitude Toward using Technology and Computer Self-Efficacy. Data was collected using a questionnaire distributed to class XII SMK Negeri 3 Mataram. The data was then analyzed using two methods, namely, the outer model and the inner model. After that, bootstrapping is done to get the path coefficient value as the basis for significant testing. The results showed that the factors that influence the level of acceptance of using Google Classroom at SMK Negeri 3 Mataram are Social Influence on Behavioral Intention, Facilitating Conditions on Behavioral Intention, Facilitating Conditions on Use Behavior, Computer Self-Efficacy on Performance Expectancy, Computer Self-Efficacy on Effort Expectancy, Performance Expectancy on Attitude Toward using Technology, Effort Expectancy on Performance Expectancy, Attitude Toward using Technology has a significant effect on Use Behavior, Computer Self-Efficacy on Use Behavior.
Achievements of the National Education Standards and Education Quality Assurance Implementations in Vocational High Schools in D.I. Yogyakarta
Authors: Wahyuni Indah , Darmono Darmono , Putra Pratama Galeh Nur Indriatno
Published: December 2024

In the world of education, the issues faced cannot be separated from the quality of educational services and the public's view of an educational unit. Reviews related to the implementation of National Education Standards and Education Quality Assurance can be used to find out the good and bad of the institutions so that it can help the public provide a positive view. This research aims to analyze the implementation achievements of (1) Content Standards and Process Standards; (2) Assessment Standards; (3) Facilities and Infrastructure Standards; (4) Management Standards; (5) Financing Standards; and (6) Education Quality Assurance in several Vocational High Schools in D.I. Yogyakarta. This research used a descriptive quantitative approach, and the research samples were chosen through a probability sampling system, with questionnaires as the data sample technique. There are six instruments used, which are Content Standards and Process Standards, Assessment Standards, Facilities and Infrastructure Standards, Management Standards, Financing Standards, and Education Quality Assurance. The data is examined through descriptive statistical tests and data percentages that will be used later to find out the calculation result. The result of the research suggests that the achievement of the implementation of Assessment Standards reaches 85,74%, Management Standards 85,49%, Financing Standards 82,77%, Content Standards and Process Standards 82,44%, Education Quality Assurance 80,21%, and lastly, Facilities and Infrastructure Standards 78,85%. The research shows that Assessment Standards are the highest achievement of all, while the lowest standard was seen on Facilities and Infrastructure Standards.