bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Phenomenon of Food Waste Among Consumers of Generations X, Y and Z
Authors: Zabrocki Romuald , Ruszkowska Millena , Ferenc Nikola
Published: April 2024

At a time of sustainable development, food wastage constitutes an important problem for the global food economy. A group that is to a large degree co-responsible for wasting food are its buyers, who submit to numerous market trends, including consumptionism. The approach of the consumer to the issue of food wastage may stem from a number of factors, including the idea of belonging to a specific generation. The consumers’ age and the related experiences from the food market may differentiate the rationality of their purchasing behaviour and the scale of food wastage. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of belonging to a particular generation X (aged 60+), Y (aged 31-59) or Z (aged 18-30) on the participants’ attitudes and behaviours concerning unconsumed food. The study was conducted in 2021 using a survey method among 165 people from the Pomorskie Voivodeship. The study results demonstrated that belonging to a particular generation did differentiate the attitudes and behaviours of the surveyed in most of the areas subject to the study. In terms of self-assessment of their own knowledge concerning food wastage, respondents from generation X declared having the most knowledge, while generation Z declared only fragmentary knowledge. The importance of the food wastage issue from an ethical, social and economic standpoint was noticed by higher percentages of participants from generations Y (85.5%) and Z (76.4%) than generation X (70.9%). The food groups where, according to the surveyed, food wastage occurred the most in all generations were: bread, meat, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. The primary causes of wasting food declared by generation Z respondents were spoilage and poor meal planning, while for generations Y and X it was expiry. Attempts to use (process) unconsumed food were made primarily by representatives of the oldest generation (X).
Identifikasi Derajat Kematangan Gambut Kedalaman 0-100 cm Lahan Perkebunan Kelapa Sawit Kabupaten Kubu Raya
Authors: Arifin Arifin , Atmojo S W , Setyono P , Dewi W S
Published: April 2024

Penerapan sistem drainase pada lahan gambut pada perkebunan kelapa sawit belum mengadopsi prinsip konservasi. Penggunaan pupuk yang tidak tepat dapat menyebabkan pembusukan gambut secara cepat. Pemahaman terhadap perubahan sifat gambut diperlukan untuk menentukan pendekatan yang tepat dalam menentukan degradasi gambut. Penelitian ini mencari metode survei tanah menggunakan bor Eijkelkamp pada perkebunan kelapa sawit Perusahaan Mitra Aneka Rezeki yang terletak di Kecamatan Teluk Pakedai, Kabupaten Kubu Raya, Indonesia. Investigasi karakteristik gambut dilakukan pada delapan satuan lahan yang ditentukan berdasarkan umur kelapa sawit 3, 4, 5, dan 8 tahun, serta hutan gambut yang letaknya berdekatan dengan perkebunan sebagai perbandingan. Sampel gambut pada satuan lahan dan hutan gambut dikumpulkan pada setiap kedalaman 50 cm hingga substratum. Parameter bahan organik, berat jenis, C organik, N total, pH-H2O, pH-KCl, dan asam humat secara komposit dianalisis di laboratorium tanah. Analisis statistik uji T dilakukan dengan tingkat kepercayaan 5% untuk mengetahui perbedaan karakteristik gambut antara kedalaman 0-100 cm dan di bawah 100 cm, serta antara hutan gambut dan 8 unit lahan pada kedalaman yang sama. Penanaman kelapa sawit di lahan gambut menyebabkan perubahan sifat gambut secara bertahap dan terutama terjadi pada lapisan gambut bagian atas (0-100 cm), sedangkan lapisan yang lebih dalam relatif tidak berubah. Perubahan besar sifat gambut pada perkebunan kelapa sawit terindikasi dimulai pada lahan pohon kelapa sawit berumur 5 tahun
Dampak Efektivitas Pemberian Ekoenzim Sebagai Agen Pertumbuhan dan Penambah Nutrisi Tanaman pada Berbagai Jenis Tanaman Budidaya di Indonesia
Authors: Wulan Indah Retno , Tanjung Jeane Claudea , Sinatrya Azka , Fahima Sahidatun , Ngadisih Ngadisih , Lestari Prieskarinda
Published: April 2024

Sustainable agriculture is one of the latest innovations in the agricultural sector. This should consider the importance of environmental sustainability in its application in agriculture to prevent and minimize land damage and environmental pollution. One of the main pollution cases on agricultural land is the excessive use of chemical fertilizers to promote and maintain plant growth. Besides, providing plant nutrition can be done with the presence of ecoenzymes. Ecoenzymes are the result of complex fermentation of organic waste which can be used as plant growth and nutrient enhancers. This review study aimed to examine the effectiveness impact of providing ecoenzymes on various cultivated plants in Indonesia. Based on the results of the review, the ecoenzymes can help the growth of horticultural, ornamental, food, and annual plants which are also influenced by various characteristic factors, plant type, and concentration dose. Dosing ecoenzymes also depends on the use of additional fertilizer during the planting period.
Analisis Kualitas Fisika-Kimia Air Sungai Goa Bawah Tanah Kawasan Karst Malang Selatan, Jawa Timur
Authors: Suprayogi Dedy , Utama Teguh Taruna
Published: April 2024

Kelangkaan air sering terjadi pada kawasan karst karena daerah ini terdiri dari batuan-batuan berongga yang tidak dapat menampung air. Malang selatan merupakan daerah kawasan karst yang memiliki banyak sungai bawah tanah dimana sungai merupakan salah satu sumber utama penyedia air di Indonesia, khususnya di Jawa Timur. Akan tetapi, kualitas air perlu diperhatikan agar layak untuk dikonsumsi oleh masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengukur dan menganalisis kualitas air sungai bawah tanah goa lowo, goa banyu dan goa sengik yang meliputi parameter fisik-kimia berupa PH, suhu, TSS, TDS, DO, BOD, dan COD. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan membandingkan hasil pengukuran dengan peraturan pemerintah no 22 tahun 2021 tentang Penyelenggaraan Perlindungan dan Pengelolaan Lingkungan Hidup. Sampel diambil secara duplo kemudian dihomogenkan untuk menjaga validitas. Titik pengambilan sampel berada pada zona luar mulut goa dan zona dalam dengan total sampel sebanyak 6 titik. Pengukuran sampel dilakukan dilokasi dan laboratorium lingkungan UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kualitas fisika-kimia pada sungai Goa Lowo, Goa Banyu, dan Goa Sengik telah memenuhi baku mutu lingkungan hidup dengan nilai rata-rata TDS, TSS, BOD, COD dan DO berturut-turut adalah 275,6, 0,5, 0,86, 8,03, dan 9,15 . Kesimpulan yang didapatkan adalah bahwa ketiga sungai bawah tanah tersebut telah memenuhi baku mutu lingkungan hidup dan dapat dimanfaatkan secara langsung oleh masyarakat.
Monitoring dan Evaluasi Kegiatan Penanaman Mangrove (Kasus: Desa Sebuntal, Kabupaten Kutai Kartanegara)
Authors: Rafi’i Ahmad , Ritonga Irwan Ramadhan , Budiarsa Anugrah Aditya , Eryati Ristiana , Novia Rani , Ahmad Ahmad , Firman Firman , Silviana Silviana , Main Aminullah Aminul , Akbar Rizali , Saputra Dharma , Soenarih Asih , Tobing Binto Iskandar Hasibuan , Apriliyani Vivi , Aprilia Dita
Published: April 2024

Damage to mangrove ecosystems in coastal areas could result in biotic and abiotic physical changes. This damage might occur due to natural factors or human activities. Among the damaged mangrove ecosystems in East Kalimantan Province is Sebuntal Village. The aim of this research is to monitor and evaluate the survival rate of mangrove seedlings in Sebuntal village, Kutai Kartanegara Regency. The research population used in this research was all mangrove seedlings (Avicennia spp) planted during community service activities on August 9th, 2023. The research method used in this study was the survey method. It was found that the survival rate in this study was only 8.2%. This research showed that individual mangroves' survival rates were unsuccessful due to inappropriate planting times, hydro-oceanographic patterns that are poorly studied, and poor seed preparation.
Perencanaan Sistem Penyediaan Air Bersih Desa Kualan Hulu
Authors: Mahendra Dandy Roffi , Soeryamassoeka Stefanus B , Gunarto Danang
Published: April 2024

Saat ini Desa Kualan Hulu masih belum memiliki sistem penyediaan air bersih yang memadai, sehingga masyarakat masih menggunakan air sungai dengan kualitas yang kurang baik. Dengan memanfaatkan sumberi air baku Sungai Maap, penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui seberapa besar kebutuhan air bersih bagi Desa Kualan Hulu serta perencanaan sistem penyediaan air bersihnya dan potensi dari sumber air baku Sungai Maap. Kebutuhan air Desa Kualan Hulu ditinjau dengan menggunakan metode aritmatik, ketersediaan air ditinjau dengan metode Mock, pemeriksaan sampel air di laboratorium untuk diuji kualitas airnya dan perencanaan pipa transmisi menggunakan perangkat lunak EPANET. Dari hasil analisis kualitas air menunjukkan sumber air baku Sungai Maap dapat digunakan sebagai sumber air bersih bagi Desa Kualan Hulu dengan kualitas air yang baik. Ketersediaan air Sungai Maap maksimum pada bulan September sebesar 908,53 lt/detik dan terendah 47,02 lt/detik pada bulan November, menunjukkan ketersediaan air Sungai Maap dapat mencukupi kebutuhan air Desa Kualan Hulu sebesar 4,82 lt/detik. Pipa transmisi direncanakan menggunakan pipa HDPE dengan diameter 125-150 mm dengan panjang 6,251 km. Dari hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa sumber air baku Sungai Maap dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai sumber air bersih bagi penduduk Desa Kualan Hulu berdasarkan syarat kualitas, kuantitas dan kontinuitasnya.
Analisis Penyediaan Air Bersih Di FKIP (Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan) Universitas Tanjungpura Pontianak
Authors: Sutopo Suryo , Umar Umar , Gunarto Danang
Published: April 2024

Until now, the level of efficiency has not been analyzed for the provision of clean water in the area of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Tanjungpura University, Pontianak. The need for clean water has increased every year because the needs issued to each person at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Tanjungpura Pontianak are not certain. Therefore, it is very important to analyze whether the availability of water in each building of the Teaching and Education Faculty of Tanjungpura Pontianak University can still be fulfilled because from time to time there will always be changes in the amount of clean water used. In the final project, it is predicted that the need for clean water for the Teaching and Education Faculty of Tanjungpura University Pontianak in 2023 is also taken, and data is taken on the use of clean water for one month working days from March to April 2023. Observations on 3 meters in the Education Area Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Tanjungpura, Pontianak, that the amount of clean water used is 90.37 m3/month. Then an analysis of the need for clean water was carried out in the Teaching and Education Faculty of Tanjungpura Pontianak University, both in the building sector and the total users of clean water in the area. The total users of clean water is 541.6. The results of the study found that the effectiveness of each zone was different, the amount of clean water used was less than the predicted amount of water needed, so it could be concluded that the provision of clean water at the Teaching and Education Faculty of Tanjungpura University in 2023 was not effective.
Kombinasi Aerasi-Filtrasi dalam Pengolahan Air Sumur Gali Menjadi Air Bersih
Authors: Sinurat Merry Ananda Pratiwi , Dinanti Bellinda Dara , Widiya Widiya , Purnaini Rizki
Published: April 2024

The increasing population growth will lead to an increased demand for clean water. Homewer, in some areas, people still use raw water from dug wells without any prior treatment. This research aims to develop well water treatment technology using a combination of aeration and filtration systems and to evaluate its effectiveness in reducing iron and turbidity levels in well water. The combination of aeration-filtration technology can achieve a 95% reduction in iron content, with the iron parameter value before treatment being 0,791 mg/L and after treatment being 0,062 mg/L. As for turbidity parameter, it has an effectiveness of 97% with an initial value before treatment of 16 NTU and after treatment becoming 0,355 NTU. This combination technology offers an effective solution to improve water quality with a significant reduction in iron and turbidity parameters.
Penerapan Kimia Hijau Dan Pengetahuan Lingkungan Serta Keterkaitannya Dengan Perilaku Peduli Lingkungan
Authors: Santosa Ni Ketut Yuli , Sulistyowati Lilik , Aji Sandra Sukmaning
Published: April 2024

The application of green chemistry and environmental knowledge plays an important role in shaping individuals' awareness and actions toward environmental sustainability. By applying green chemistry and having good environmental knowledge, it can increase environmental awareness, so that it can increase environmental care behavior. Students who have good environmental knowledge have a more positive attitude toward the environment and tend to care more about the environment. Based on the background, the objectives of this research are: (1) to analyze the school community's perception of the concept of green chemistry and (2) to analyze the correlation between understanding green chemistry and the environment together with environmental care behavior. The research was conducted at SMA Kristen Harapan Denpasar using a random sampling technique with a sample size of 150 people. This research’s independent variables are an understanding of green chemistry (X1) and an understanding of environmental concepts (X2). In contrast, the dependent variable is environmental care behavior (Y). Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics and Product Moment correlation analysis, followed by a t-test and F-test. Based on the research results it can be concluded that: (1) the level of perception of the school community towards green chemistry is 78% very good so it will be able to encourage better attitudes and behaviors towards the environment; (2) environmental care behavior of 11th grade students 58% in the good category, while 12th  grade students 60% in the good category, and there is a correlation between understanding of green chemistry, environmental concepts, and environmental care behavior collectively.
Penurunan Logam Krom Air Limbah Industri Pertambangan Nikel dengan Variasi Waktu Tinggal Fitoremediasi (Studi kasus: di Pertambangan Nikel Sulawesi Selatan)
Authors: Fadhili M Afif , Anasstasia Titi Tiara
Published: April 2024

Hasil pemantauan air limbah keluaran Process Plant 2 Pond masih melebihi baku mutu parameter krom total dan krom heksavalen. Baku mutu yang digunakan yaitu Peraturan Menteri Lingkungan Hidup Nomor 09 Tahun 2006. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kandungan air limbah Process Plant 2 Pond, Pond, dan menganalisis pengaruh fitoremediasi berdasarkan variasi waktu tinggal fitoremediasi terhadap penurunan krom air limbah Process Plant 2 Pond. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif. Metode sampling yang digunakan berupa grab sampling. Metode analisis data dilakukan dengan analisis deskriptif dan regresi. Percobaan dilakukan dengan skala laboratorium menggunakan 4 bak yang difungsikan sebagai reaktor buatan. Bak tersebut terdiri dari 1 bak kontrol tanpa perlakuan, dan 3 bak dengan masing-masing bak berisi 3 eceng gondok. Variasi waktu yang digunakan yaitu 5; 10; dan 15 hari. Parameter yang digunakan yaitu krom total dan krom heksavalen. Tumbuhan yang digunakan yaitu eceng gondok (Eichornia crassipes Solms). Hasil uji Process Plant 2 Pond untuk parameter krom total sebesar 1,355 ppm dan krom heksavalen sebesar 0,528 ppm. Variasi waktu tinggal terbaik di hari ke-10 dengan tingkat efektivitasnya hingga 91,477% untuk penurunan krom heksavalen dan 94,022% untuk penurunan krom total. Kadar krom total di hari ke-10 sebesar 0,081 ppm dan 0,045 ppm untuk krom heksavalen
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Authors: Engineering Environmental
Published: April 2024

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Protein Representations: Encoding Biological Information for Machine Learning in Biocatalysis
Authors: Harding-Larsen David , Funk Jonathan , Madsen Niklas Gesmar , Gharabli Hani , Acevedo-Rocha Carlos G. , Mazurenko Stanislav , Welner Ditte Hededam
Published: April 2024

Enzymes offer a more environmentally friendly and low-impact solution to conventional chemistry, but they often require additional engineering for industrial settings, an endeavor that is challenging and laborious. To address this issue, the power of machine learning can be harnessed to produce predictive models that facilitate in silico study and engineering of novel enzymatic properties. However, the conversion from the biological domain to the computational realm requires special attention to ensure the training of accurate and precise models. In this review, we examine the critical step of encoding protein information to numeric representations for use in machine learning. We selected the most important approaches for encoding the three distinct biological protein representations — primary sequence, 3D structure, and dynamics — to explore their requirements for employment and inherent biases. Combined representations of proteins and substrates are also introduced as emergent tools in biocatalysis. We propose the division of fixed representations, a collection of rule-based encoding strategies, and learned representations extracted from the latent spaces of large neural networks. To select the most suitable protein representation, we propose two main factors governing this choice. The first one is the model setup, being influenced by the size of the training dataset and the choice of architecture. The second factor is the model objectives, concerning the assayed property, the difference between wild-type models and mutant predictors, and requirements for explainability. This review is aimed at serving as a source of information and guidance for properly representing enzymes in future machine learning models for biocatalysis.
Electronically Tunable Non-Fullerene Acceptor Based Ka-Band Phase Shifter
Authors: Manikandan suraj , Andreasen Jens
Published: April 2024

This communication introduces a Ka-band phase shifter that leverages a blend of the donor polymer PM6 and non-fullerene acceptor (NFA) Y7 organic materials. The design integrates a coplanar waveguide (CPW) with a spin-coated thin film of PM6:Y7 blend, characterized by its dielectric nonlinearity and light sensitivity. An applied electric field between the CPW signal and ground electrodes governs the phase shift mechanism, effectively modulating the permittivity of the blend. Our study reveals a significant differential phase shift of up to 28 degree at 38 GHz across the waveguide's 1000 um. Additionally, we explore the dynamic interplay between illumination and temperature on the performance of the phase shifter, providing insights into its operational versatility. The findings underscore the substantial potential of NFA-based phase shifters in millimeter-wave applications and adaptive communication systems, such as active antennas, marking a significant stride in developing organic material-based electronic components for self powered next-generation technologies.
Electrochemically driven Nickel-Catalyzed Enantioselective Reductive Conjugate (Hetero)Arylation of Enones
Authors: Ye Zenghui , Ma Weiyuan , Zhang Xi , Liu Huaqing , Zhang Fengzhi
Published: April 2024

Herein, we report an electrochemical nickel-catalyzed enantioselective reductive conjugate (hetero)arylation of enones in an undivided cell with low-cost electrodes in the absence of external reductants. Aryl bromides/iodides/triflates or vinyl bromides were employed as electrophilic reagents for the efficient preparation of more than 50 valuable β-arylated ketones in a simple manner (up to 97% yield, 97% ee). With the advantages of electrochemistry, excellent functional group tolerance and late-stage modification of complex natural products and pharmaceuticals made the established protocol greener and more economic. Mechanism investigation suggest that a NiI/NiIII cycle is involved in this electro-reductive reaction rather than metal reductant driven Ni0/NiII cycle. Overall, the efficient electrochemical activation and turnover of the nickel catalyst avoid the drawbacks posed by the employment of stoichiometric amount of sensitive metal powder reductants.
LITHOFACIES DISTRIBUTION AND DEPOSITIONAL ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES OF THE MIOCENE DEPOSITS OF THE “THOR” FIELD, COASTAL SWAMP DEPOBELT, NIGER DELTA BASIN, NIGERIA
Authors: Ajidahun Johnson , Asubiojo Michael Tomisin , Olabode Ouwasanmi Ayodele , Akinyemi Oluwaseun Daniel , Ale Temitayo Olamide , Olomo Oladimeji Kazeem , Faseki Oluyemi Emmanuel , Ogunyemi Damilola Stella
Published: April 2024

The study accesses the petrophysical data from the Eocene deposit of the “Thor” field, Coastal swamp depobelt, Niger Delta and process it to decipher the different lithological makeup, the reservoir units, the depositional architecture and how these factors influenced reservoir distribution within the field. The study made use of well logs consisting of gamma ray, resistivity, neutron and density logs. Gamma ray log aided lithological identification, resistivity logs help to isolate reservoir rocks from non-reservoir rocks while neutron and density logs was used to differentiate oil or gas zones. Three hydrocarbon reservoirs designated as R-1, R-2 and R-3 were interpreted from the logs and the sand bodies show a lateral continuity within the field in the north-eastern direction. Log sequences analysis of the field made use of a combination of gamma ray and restively logs via electro-sequence identification and mapping of key stratigraphic surfaces and the identification of para-sequences including retrogadational, aggradational and progradational stacking pattern leading to the delineation of the environment of deposition. The three stratigraphic surfaces enable the classification of the field into two depositional sequences and further subdivision into three system tracts. The first depositional sequence is interpreted as the oldest and lies at the base which is about 1201ft thick while the second depositional sequence overlies the first sequence with about 1605ft in thickness and is interpreted to be younger. Sediments within the two sequences are thought to be deposited in deltaic environment within the marginal to shallow marine settings.
DEPLOYING GEOSTATISTICAL STOCHASTIC INVERSION MODELING IN THE CHARACTERIZATION OF RESERVOIRS: A CASE STUDY FROM AN ONSHORE NIGER DELTA FIELD
Authors: pan Ak , Joseph Mfon , orge Ge , Jimmy Nyakno , nem Eka , Martin Aniekan , niel Natha , Ufot Ekong
Published: April 2024

Three-dimensional (3D) seismic data and well logs were conjointly used to characterize reservoirs in the Onshore field Niger Delta Field of South-eastern Nigeria. The goal was to model and improve on the limitations of seismic resolution in conventional inversion techniques. This is necessitated by the quest to better off understanding of the distribution of lithology and pore fluid. Both geo-statistical and deterministic inversion techniques were applied in this study to appreciate the impact of each process on reservoir recognition and demarcation. The methodology began with well log conditioning and well-to-seismic tie. Rock-Physics feasibility analysis prior to the seismic inversion was done to estimate the elastic attributes appropriate for distinguishing between different fluid types and lithologies. The rock Physics results revealed the separation of the Velocity ratio (Vp/Vs) versus Acoustic impedance (Ip) cross plot into three regions, which are hydrocarbon, brine and shale zones. This suggests that the inversion results would be capable of distinguishing hydrocarbon sands from shale. Cross-plots of Mu-Rho (μρ) versus Lambda-Rho (λρ) showed that clusters of data, which are separated into three different zones inferred to be potential hydrocarbon, oil, brine and shale zones. The geo-statistical stochastic inversion was done by integrating variogram models and probability density functions (PDFs) to identify high frequencies or low periods in the output inversion outcome. The deterministic inversion results show that hydrocarbon saturated-sands are identified from the following attributes: low values of acoustic impedance (2.11 – 2.24 ×104 ft/s*g/cc), low velocity ratio (1.70–1.82), low Lambda-Rho (14.4 –19.7 Gpa*g/cc). In all cases, the results of geo-statistical inversion provided more detailed and increased resolution than deterministic inversion, allowing for detailed reservoir characterization. In the geo-statistical inversion, some regions in deterministic inverted sections with low acoustic impedance, velocity ratio, and Lambda-Rho attribute values inferred to be hydrocarbon sands appeared as either shale or brine. The inversion shows that the lambda-Rho quality is more useful in determining fluid classification whereas the acoustic impedance attribute is a good lithology discriminator. The overall results demonstrate the workflow’s ability to accurately map the rock properties with higher resolution and the delineation of new forecast as an effective, cost-effective and decision-making instrument.
Genetic mutation ofCep76results in male infertility due to abnormal sperm tail composition
Authors: Houston Brendan J , Merriner D Jo , Stathatos G Gemma , Nguyen Joseph H , O’Connor Anne E , Lopes Alexandra M , Conrad Donald F , Baker Mark , Dunleavy Jessica EM , O’Bryan Moira K
Published: April 2024

The transition zone is a specialised gate at the base of cilia/flagella, which separates the ciliary compartment from the cytoplasm and strictly regulates protein entry. We identified a potential new regulator of the male germ cell transition zone, CEP76. We demonstrated that CEP76 was involved in the selective entry and incorporation of key proteins required for sperm function and fertility into the ciliary compartment and ultimately the sperm tail. In the mutant, sperm tails were shorter and immotile as a consequence of deficits in essential sperm motility proteins including DNAH2 and AKAP4, which accumulated at the sperm neck in the mutant. Severe annulus, fibrous sheath, and outer dense fibre abnormalities were also detected in sperm lacking CEP76. Finally, we identified that CEP76 dictates annulus positioning and structure. This study suggests CEP76 as a male germ cell transition zone protein and adds further evidence to the hypothesis that the spermatid transition zone and annulus are part of the same functional structure.
Understanding careers in China: The relevance of evolving work-life values and cultures
Authors: Yao Christian
Published: April 2024

To address the knowledge gap and expand career research in China, we explore various perspectives, focus on the evolving work-family values and culture, and demonstrate how these factors shape contemporary careers in China. Specifically, we adopt a novel theoretical lens—the career ecosystem theory—which offers a systemic perspective to examine key career actors, their interactions, and their efficacy in achieving successful and sustainable careers (Baruch, 2015). Specifically, we investigate the following questions in this conceptual chapter:

Who are the key actors? Are they general, or are specific actors unique to China?

How are they connected and interact?

What are the trends of the system (i.e., pace, direction)

How can the career ecosystem be sustainable in China?
Improvement of fine motor development in preschool age children by using coloring playing techniques
Authors: Putri Ghosa Oktaviani , Juliningrum Peni Perdani , Merina Nuning Dwi
Published: April 2024

The next stage of growth will be determined by children's optimal development from an early age. The preschool years are critical for the development of a wide range of abilities. Preschoolers are generally youngsters that develop swiftly and have a wide range of talents. This potential will be realized so that youngsters can reach their full potential. This potential will be realized so that youngsters can reach their full potential. As a result, proper conditions or instruction are required for a child's growth. Various developmental difficulties in children, such as motor delays, language, behavior, autism, and hyperactivity, have been on the rise in recent years. As a result, for children's growth and development, adequate conditions or education are required. The goal of this study was to see how colouring affects children's fine motor development when they are in preschool. The total number of students in this study was 32. In this study, the researchers employed a Quasi Experiment with a nonequivalent control group design. The entire sampling strategy was employed in this investigation. There were as many as 32 responders in the sample. The Wilcoxon test yielded p-values of 0.001 and 0.083 in the data analysis. The findings of data analysis utilizing the Mann-Whitney test, namely a p-value of 0.000 < (0.05), indicate that Ho is not significant. This shows that colouring stimulation influences the fine motor development of preschool children in this study.
Analysis of the practice of using creative technologies in education
Authors: Ignatieva E. A.
Published: April 2024

Introduction:  In the context of the transformation of education, the issue of finding and applying new learning technologies becomes especially relevant. The use of creative technologies in education in Russia is still not widespread, many teachers and education experts recognize the importance of using creative technologies to support the development of students' creative skills. Education needs a framework to help students and teachers develop creative thinking skills that span disciplines and use technological tools for creative solutions and outcomes.

Materials and Methods. In the course of the study, theoretical methods of analyzing psychological, pedagogical, methodological literature on the subject of research and a descriptive research method based on data from a survey of teachers and schoolchildren on the topic of determining the experience of using creative technologies were used. The purpose of this study is to study the opinions of participants in the educational process of teachers and students on the use of creative technologies in the educational process – 180 teachers aged 33 to 57 years and 247 schoolchildren aged 11 to 18 years took part in the All-Russian anonymous survey. The material for the study was the Concept of the development of creative industries and mechanisms for the implementation of their state support in large and largest urban agglomerations until 2030.

Results. The theoretical substantiation of the definition of the concept of creative technologies in education and their types formed at the intersection of technology and creativity is presented. The survey highlighted the possibilities of using creative technologies in the educational process, the advantages and disadvantages of their use, as well as difficulties in implementing creative technologies. The results of the study can be applied to improving education and reducing inequality in learning, creative technologies not only improve the learning process and increase the motivation of students, but also contribute to the creation of innovative teaching methods and solving complex problems in the educational field.

Discussion and Conclusions. The new approach using various types of creative technologies has many advantages, such as increasing the motivation of students, improving the assimilation of the material, developing modern competencies and preparing students for successful life and work in the modern world.
Features of student's behavioral control with different university study success
Authors: Ryazhkin A. O.
Published: April 2024

Introduction. In this article, we studied students psyche features, which are significant characteristics in achieving university study success. As these characteristics we studied features of behavioral control, which contain three levels: cognitive, volitional and emotional. To determine the role of behavioral control in university study success, we classified the represented in the sample students for three levels of success. After that we compared their indicators of behavioral control.

Materials and Methods. Sample: 256 students from three different universities, studying in different educational directions and different courses. The age from 17 to 23 years, 189 women and 67 men. Data collection: testing method and peer review method. Methods: «Morphological test of life values» by V. Sopov, L. Karpushina, Questionnaire of satisfaction with educational activity by L. Mishchenko, Questionnaire of various types of educational work needs by O. Osipova, «The style of self-regulation of behavior – SSP-98» by V. Morosanova, «Action-control Scale» by Yu. Kul, «Ways of Coping» by R. Lazarus adapted by T. Kryukova and E. Kuftyak. Data processing: hierarchical cluster analysis to classify respondents according to the level of their university study success. H-Kruskal-Wallace and U-Mann-Whitney to compare indicators of behavioral control.

Results. As a result of the classification, we identified three groups of students, which corresponding low, medium and high levels of the university study success. We found significant difference (p < 0,05) at all levels of behavioral control between students of different university study success levels. After pairwise comparison between students from three levels of success we found mixed picture in behavioral control indicators.

Discussion and Conclusions. We can conclude, that behavioral control is a significant characteristic of the university study success. Successful students showing the characteristic features of behavioral control, which allows them to act as subjects of educational and professional activities.
Examining the Relationship between Humor Styles and Self-Perceptions in Turkish Children: A Validation of the HSQ-Y
Authors: Yıldırım Orhan Gazi , Karaca Nezahat Hamiden , Şenol Fatma Betül
Published: April 2024

Self concept is an experiential formation gained as a result of certain experiences. The concept of self-concept has an interesting intersection with the psychological field of humour. The aim of the study is to examine the relationship between the humor styles and self-perceptions of primary school 4th grade students and to conduct the validity-reliability study of the humor styles measurement tool. The study group of the research was carried out with 525 students attending the 4th grade of primary school. “Humor Styles Questionnaire for Young Children” (HSQ-Y) and “Self-Perception Profile for Children” (CIBAP) were used as data collection tools. In the analysis of the research, first of all, the validity-reliability study of the humor styles questionnaire was conducted and the correlational scanning method of the general scanning model was used to examine the relationship between humor styles and self-perceptions of primary school students. In the results of the research; The humor styles questionnaire was found to be valid and reliable. In the relationship between; The sub-dimension of the humor styles questionnaire reveals the positive and significant relationship of the "participatory humor style" with all the sub-dimensions of the self-perception profile for children, and the "self-enhancing humor style" with the sub-dimension of "social acceptance". In the study, it was also observed that "aggressive humor style" was negatively related to "educational competence", "behavioral management", "social acceptance" "general self-worth" sub-dimensions, and "self-destructive humor style" was negatively related to "athletic competence" sub-dimensions.
MAPPING OF IRREGULAR OCCUPATIONS IN PERMANENT PRESERVATION AREAS ALONG URBAN STRETCH OF MUMBUCA STREAM IN MONTE CARMELO, MINAS GERAIS
Authors: Alves Ana Cristina Ramos , Morais Ismarley Lage Horta
Published: April 2024

This work aimed to map the Permanent Preservation Area (PPA) along the Mumbuca stream located in Monte Carmelo - MG. The determination of irregular occupation areas, as well as the mapping of land use and occupation, were obtained from the classification supervised through the SAS Planet computer program. In the Mumbuca stream PPA area, 64.43% were occupied by vegetation, 22.17% of urban use, and 13.39% by water. The initial section of the PPA that passes through the city center, was responsible for most of the irregular occupations in the area of permanent preservation, being that 21,02% of the 22,17% of the urban use,  was located in this region. The rest of the PPA, which corresponded to about two-third of the total area, had only the remaining 1.15% of irregular occupations in the permanent preservation area.
TRANSFORMATIONAL PROCESSES IN ADULT EDUCATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND
Authors: Yaremchuk Maria
Published: April 2024

The article discusses the transformational processes in adult education in the Republic of Poland. The normative legal documents that influenced the education of adults are analyzed; documents in the field of adult education, resolutions introduced for the period of temporary restriction of the functioning of units of the education system, in particular higher education institutions and other educational institutions, as well as employers, in connection with the prevention, counteraction and fight against COVID-19. It is concluded that, depending on the epidemic situation, online classes, hybrid or stationary classes were limited or cancelled, which affected both the organization of the educational process of adult learning, and its participants. Classes using distance learning methods and techniques have become a priority. The transformational processes in adult education in the Republic of Poland allow us to conclude that there is a clear relationship between adult education and change. Polish andragogues in their reflections and studies draw attention to this relationship. Attention is drawn to the fact that there is a double impact of transformations on adult education: the goal of transformation is not only to reduce the tension that led to the transformation, but also to create new conflicts that should stimulate the individual to creative activity in this new situation It is also necessary to pay attention to the dual impact of the transformation of the system on adult education: it is always stated that its purpose is not only to reduce tension, which led to transformation, but also to the creation of new conflicts that should stimulate the individual to creative activity in this new political formation. The forms and content of adult education today are determined by three vectors: the needs of the labor market, the resources and capabilities of the modern information society, and the individual aspirations of adults for education. The synergistic effect of the interaction of these vectors may be a change in the way of perception and organization of educational processes for adults, which will lead to a decrease in their institutionalization.
COMPARATIVE LEGAL ANALYSIS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF WORLD LEGISLATION AND LEGAL THOUGHT IN THE FIELD OF COMBATING LEGALIZATION (LAUNDERING) OF PROCEEDS OF CRIME
Authors: Kaparchuk Victoria
Published: April 2024

This article discusses issues related to the legal framework in the field of combating the legalization of proceeds from crime. The article provides information on the development of international legal acts in the field of AML/CFT, and also examines the basics of countering legalization in Russia and foreign countries.
Development of an integrated solid waste management plan: the case study of student residences of PMB Campus, UKZN.
Authors:   , Mahlamvu Sandisiwe
Published: April 2024

Over the years, the solid waste generation rate has rapidly increased due to population growth. Many countries face the challenge of finding ways to manage this waste. South Africa has signed the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) that must be achieved by the year 2030; this calls for government, private and educational institutions to work together to achieve sustainability as a country. However, research on the quantification and characterization of municipal solid waste in the context of South African universities is limited. This research investigated how municipal solid waste is managed by the University of KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg campus and recommended sustainable solid waste management strategies (separation at source, recycling, and compositing). Also, the impact of Coronavirus on solid waste and ways of mitigating its spread post-pandemic was considered. The main result of this research was to determine the current waste management strategy employed by the UKZN-PMB campus. It was found that solid waste is sent to the landfill site, which is not sustainable because the Campus has a potential recycling rate of 96%. An average of 52,6kg of waste was generated daily, and each student generated approximately 0,168kg daily. Also, student participation plays a vital role in separating waste at source to encourage the adoption of sustainable practices. The survey showed that 92.7% of the students were willing to separate their waste. It may be deduced that making Higher education institutions sustainable benefits the institutions and contributes towards the bigger picture of sustainable cities.
Perbedaan Kadar Hemoglobin Pada Perokok Aktif Dan Perokok Pasif Pada Mahasiswa Program Studi Agroekoteknologi Angkatan 2019 Universitas Malikussaleh
Authors: Rizka Wulidah , Maulina Nora , Zubir Zubir
Published: April 2024

Orang dewasa, remaja, bahkan anak kecil pun kerap menjerat kebiasaan merokok. Karbon monoksida merupakan salah satu komponen asap rokok yang jika terhirup dapat berdampak buruk pada beberapa fungsi tubuh, termasuk produksi hemoglobin. Tujuan utama riset ini ialah untuk membandingkan kadar hemoglobin perokok aktif dan pasif pada mahasiswa jurusan agroekoteknologi Angkatan 2019 Universitas Malikussaleh. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian analitik observasional dengan rancangan cross sectional. Didapatkan karakteristik responden berdasarkan status merokoknya, mayoritas laki-laki merupakan perokok aktif sedangkan mayoritas perempuan merupakan perokok pasif, rerata usia pada perokok aktif ialah 21,7593 tahun dan pada perokok pasif  ialah 21,6389 tahun, indeks massa tubuh responden kelompok perokok aktif dan pasif sebagian besar memiliki nilai IMT normal. Rerata kadar hemoglobin pada perokok aktif laki-laki ialah 16,475 g/dL dan perokok pasif 15,140 g/dL. Kadar hemoglobin perokok aktif perempuan memiliki rerata 15,433 g/dL dan pada perokok pasif perempuan adalah 13,588 g/dL. Dari hasil analisis diperoleh nilai p = 0,001 (p < 0,05) pada kelompok laki-laki dan nilai p = 0,009 (p < 0,05) pada kelompok perempuan. Kesimpulan dari riset ini ialah terdapat perbedaan kadar hemoglobin pada perokok aktif dan perokok pasif.
EXPLORING DIURNAL PATTERNS: DROP SIZE AND RAINFALL RATE DYNAMICS AT SHILLONG STATION
Authors: Shah Nita H , Chahal Jyoti , Paul Shukla Bipasha
Published: April 2024

Rainfall prediction is crucial for various aspects of human life, environmental sustainability, and agriculture. Understanding rainfall intensity and its dependence on factors such as drop size distribution (DSD) is essential. This study investigates the relationship between drop size distribution and rainfall rate at Shillong station, Meghalaya, India, utilizing RD-80 disdrometer data for the year 2005. DSD plays a pivotal role in quantitative precipitation estimation, impacting rainfall properties like water content, intensity, and kinetic energy. Moreover, it is integral to satellite communication, aiding in the prediction of wave attenuation. We analyze the data to ascertain the correlation between rainfall rate and DSD, with an assumption of an exponential form for DSD. The analysis categorizes the daytime into four segments: Morning (6:00 AM-12:00 PM), Afternoon (12:00 PM-6:00 PM), Evening (6:00 PM-12:00 AM), and Night (12:00 AM-6:00 AM) to observe rain's diurnal variations. Notably, variations in correlation coefficients suggest differing rainfall patterns and intensity levels throughout the day and across months. These insights contribute to a deeper understanding of rainfall dynamics in the region, which is critical for effective water resource management and disaster preparedness.
Tipologi Aplikasi Infrastruktur Hijau Skala Komunitas pada Kampung Kota di Indonesia
Authors: Al Faraby Jimly , Asa Aulia Trisedya Rizky , Realino Justin Novandri Priambudi Bernardinus , Zahra Pramesti Alifia
Published: April 2024

This paper addresses one of the knowledge gaps that exists in green infrastructure (GI) discourses, that is the lack of understanding on the application of GI at community scale. GI was first introduced as an alternative to address problems caused by rapid urbanisation. Recently, GI has become a crucial part of strategies to achieve sustainable development and therefore has been widely advocated for its environmental, social, and economic benefits. Although the concepts and benefits of green infrastructure have been widely discussed and recognized in the literature, much of the discussions on GI tend to revolve around its applications at the city and regional scales, while the application of small scale GI at the community level has not been much explored, despite the importance of multiscale principle in the application of GI. To address that issue, this study focuses on the application of small-scale GI at the community level. It employed a systematic review to analyse publications, including articles published in scientific journals and news on reliable mass media on the internet, regarding the application of small-scale GI in 23 Indonesian urban kampung. The study shows that in dense settlements like urban kampung, community scale GI emerges as an alternative solution to the lack of space for GI development. From the 23 cases analysed, GI is mostly intended to function as a mean for environmental conservation and to promote food security.
Strategi Pengelolaan Lanskap Wisata di Perkampungan Budaya Betawi Setu Babakan Jakarta
Authors: Effendi Melana , Nurhayati  , Arifin Hadi Susilo
Published: April 2024

Setu Babakan Betawi Cultural Village (PBBSB) is a built landscape to save and maintain Betawi cultural traditions, including religion, culture, and Betawi arts with a community. It is fostered by the culture which includes all the results of ideas and works, both physical and non-physical, such as art, customs, folklore, literature, culinary, clothing, and architecture that are characterized by Betawi. PBBSB is an area designated by the government as a sustainable Betawi cultural preservation area with diverse tourism potential. This research aimed to map the existing conditions, inventory the potential tourist attractions, to calculate the carrying capacity, and to develop a management strategy for the PBBSB area. The research method used descriptive quantitative and qualitative analysis, carrying capacity assessment, and SWOT analysis. Based on the results of the study, the existing condition of the PBBSB area still remained to facilitate the activities that take place in this area, obtained several types of tourism that can attract the attention of visitors to the PBBSB area to realize and learn more about Betawi culture, the value obtained the carrying capacity of PCC > RCC > ECC = 22,923 > 4,031 > 3,084. This value indicates that the current carrying capacity of the PBBSB allows the area to move towards the sustainability of the Betawi cultural preservation area. More over several regional management strategies can be used to preserve the area of Setu Babakan Betawi Cultural Village.