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Zeitgeist и Соната № 2 «Eroica» Чарльза Вильерса Стэнфорда
Authors: Бочкова Т.Р.
Published: October 2024

Статья обращает внимание читателя на органное творчество англо-ирландского композитора второй половины XIX-первой четверти XX века сэра Чарльза Вильерса Стэнфорда, одного из ведущих музыкантов Британии своего поколения, значительного представителя «английского музыкального Возрождения». Ирландское происхождение, британское и немецкое образование, прекрасное знание европейской органной музыки позволили композитору продемонстрировать уровень музыкального мировоззрения, выходящий за пределы британской культурной ментальности его времени. В статье акцентируется значение профессионального универсализма Стэнфорда, его прижизненный музыкантский авторитет, значимый как для британской культуры викторианско-эдвардианской эпохи, так и для европейского искусства рубежного периода. Отражение специфики композиторской индивидуальности Ч. В. Стэнфорда, умение раздвинуть рамки традиции, новый взгляд на жанр сольной сонаты для органа, отражающий драматический дух времени рассматривается на примере одного из его наиболее художественно значимых циклов – Сонаты № 2 «Eroica». Для отражения мировоззренческих установок, собственной гражданской позиции в эпоху Первой мировой войны, для кристаллизации драматургии сочинения композитор значительное место в музыкальной ткани сонатного цикла отдает двум французским темам-символам – пасхальному антифону «O filii et filiae» и национальному гимну Франции «Марсельезе»

The article draws the reader's attention to the organ work of the Anglo-Irish composer of the second half of the XIX-first quarter of the XX century, Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, one of the leading British musicians of his generation, a significant representative of the "English musical Renaissance". Irish ancestry, British and German education, and excellent knowledge of European organ music allowed the composer to demonstrate a level of musical worldview that transcended the British cultural mentality of his time. The article focuses on the importance of Stanford's professional universalism, his lifelong musical authority, significant both for the British culture of the Victorian-Edwardian era and for European art of the turnaround period. The reflection of the specifics of C. V. Stanford's compositional personality, the ability to push the boundaries of tradition, a new look at the genre of solo sonata for organ, reflecting the dramatic spirit of the time, is considered on the example of one of his most artistically significant cycles – Sonata No. 2 "Eroica". To reflect his worldview, his own civic position in the era of the First World War, and to crystallize the drama of the composition, the composer gives a significant place in the musical fabric of the sonata cycle to two French themes-symbols – the Easter antiphon "O filii et filiae" and the French national anthem "La Marseillaise"
Musica sacra versus Musica nova в советских реалиях 1960-х годов
Authors: Савенко С.И.
Published: October 2024

В статье описывается процесс возрождения отечественного музыкального творчества, связанного с религиозными темами, текстами и жанрами, начавшийся в период общественной либерализации, вошедшей в историю как «оттепель». Как известно, либерализация была ограниченной и почти не затронула основные постулаты коммунистической идеологии, одним из которых был государственный атеизм. В СССР православная церковь была поставлена в условия борьбы за выживание; церковное пение превратилось в маргинальную часть общественного музыкального обихода. Однако благодаря характерному для периода «оттепели» расширению диапазона духовных интересов, проблемы религии и связанного с ней художественного творчества постепенно возрождались в общественном сознании. Начавшийся в 1960-е годы процесс достиг кульминационной стадии на рубеже 1980-1990-х годов. Черты православной литургической традиции проникали в музыкальное творчество благодаря наследию русской классики, а со временем через исторические темы и жанры прикладной музыки (театр, кино). Важным источником стали также появившиеся в 1960-е годы публикации образцов старинного церковного пения. Композиторы «новой музыки», или «советского авангарда» 1960-х годов постепенно обратились к духовным темам, сюжетам и жанрам. Этот общеизвестный факт рассматривается в статье в менее изученном аспекте, затрагивающем стилистические особенности сочинений Николая Каретникова, Альфреда Шнитке и Софии Губайдулиной периода 1960-1970-х годов

The article describes the process of revival of Russian musical creativity, related to religious themes, texts and genres, which began in the period of public liberalization, which entered history as «Thaw». As is known, liberalization was limited and hardly affected the basic tenets of communist ideology, one of which was state atheism. In the USSR, the Orthodox church was placed in a condition of struggle for survival; church singing became a marginal part of the public musical routine. However, due to the «Thaw» period’s characteristic expansion of spiritual interests, the problems of religion and associated artistic creativity have been gradually reborn in the public consciousness. The process, which began in the 1960s, reached its climax at the turn of the 1980s and 1990s. The features of the Orthodox liturgical tradition have penetrated into musical creativity thanks to the heritage of Russian classical music, and over time through historical themes and genres of applied music (theater, cinema). The publications of samples of ancient church singing, which appeared in the 1960s, also became an important source. Composers of «New music» or «Soviet avant-garde» of the 1960s gradually turned to spiritual themes, subjects and genres. This well-known fact is considered in the article in a less studied aspect, touching on stylistic features of compositions by Nikolay Karetnikov, Alfred Schnittke and Sofia Gubaidulina from the 1960s to the 1970s.
Espru colágeno: relato de uma enteropatia desconhecida / Collagenous sprue: an unknow enterophaty report
Authors: Lopes João Eugênio Loureiro , Almeida Antônia Bulhões Naegele de , Pacheco Mariana Poltronieri , Batista Danielle Cristina Filgueira Alves , Espírito Santo Thaisa de Moraes Ribeiro
Published: October 2024

Introdução: O espru colágeno é uma doença clínica rara que se caracteriza como síndrome diarreica com evoluçãopara sintomas disabsortivos, perda ponderal e, menos frequentemente, náuseas, vômitos e dor abdominal. Seu diagnóstico depende dos estudos endoscópico e histopatológico, com o principal achado de aumento de camada colágena subepitelial. Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo é apresentar um caso raro e de apresentação atípica de espru colágeno. Descrição do caso: Paciente do sexo feminino, 31 anos, internada em novembro de 2022 com quadro de dor abdominal de forte intensidade associada a vômitos frequentes pós-alimentares, perda de peso e constipação intestinal. Durante investigação complementar, a endoscopia revelou redução de pregueado mucoso de 2ª porção duodenal e, no estudo anatomopatológico, achados compatíveis de duodenite colágena. Conclusão: Apesar de um diagnóstico raro, o espru colágeno deve ser considerado na finalidade de que o tratamento precoce possa reverter as alterações provocadas por esta doença.Palavras-chave: Espru colágeno, Dor abdominal, Síndromes de malabsorção
AbstractIntroduction: Collagen sprue is a rare clinical disease that is characterized as a diarrheal syndrome that progresses to malabsorptive symptoms, weight loss and, less frequently, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Its diagnosis depends on endoscopic and histopathological studies, with the main finding being an increase in the subepithelial collagen layer. Goal: The aim of this study is to present a rare and atypical case of collagenous sprue. Case description: 31-years-old female patient admitted in 2022 November with severe abdominal pain associated with vomiting after eating, weight loss and constipation. During additional investigation, endoscopy revealed a reduction in the mucosal folds of the 2nd duodenal portion and, in the anatomopathological study, findings compatible with collagen duodenitis. Conclusion: Despite a rare diagnosis, collagen sprue must be recognized so that early treatment can reverse the changes caused by this disease.Keywords: Collagenous sprue, Abdominal pain, Malabsorption syndromes
Comprehensive sampling of coverage effects in catalysis by leveraging generalization in neural network models
Authors: Schwalbe-Koda Daniel , Govindarajan Nitish , Varley Joel
Published: October 2024

Sampling high-coverage configurations and predicting adsorbate-adsorbate interactions on surfaces are highly relevant to understand realistic interfaces in heterogeneous catalysis. However, the combinatorial explosion in the number of adsorbate configurations among diverse site environments presents a considerable challenge in accurately estimating these interactions. Here, we propose a strategy combining high-throughput simulation pipelines and a neural network-based model with the MACE architecture to increase sampling efficiency and speed. By training the models on unrelaxed structures and energies, which can be quickly obtained from single-point DFT calculations, we achieve excellent performance for both in-domain and out-of-domain predictions, including generalization to different facets, coverage regimes and low-energy configurations. From this systematic understanding of model robustness, we exhaustively sample the configuration phase space of catalytic systems without active learning. In particular, by predicting binding energies for over 14 million structures within the neural network model and the simulated annealing method, we predict coverage-dependent adsorption energies for CO adsorption on six Cu facets (111, 100, 211, 331, 410 and 711) and the co-adsorption of CO and CHOH on Rh(111). When validated by targeted post-sampling relaxations, our results for CO on Cu correctly reproduce experimental interaction energies reported in the literature, and provide atomistic insights on the site occupancy of steps and terraces for the six facets at all coverage regimes. Additionally, the arrangement of CO on the Rh(111) surface is demonstrated to substantially impact the activation barriers for the CHOH bond scission, illustrating the importance of comprehensive sampling on reaction kinetics. Our findings demonstrate that simplified data generation routines and evaluating generalization of neural networks can be deployed at scale to understand lateral interactions on surfaces, paving the way towards realistic modeling of heterogeneous catalytic processes.
Catalytic Large Atomic Model (CLAM): A Machine-Learning-Based Interatomic Potential Universal Model
Authors: Wu Zhihong , Zhou Lei , Hou Pengfei , Liu Yuyan , Guo Taoli , Liu Jin-Cheng
Published: October 2024

Catalysis involves complex reactions with dynamic changes in catalyst morphology, challenging the capabilities of traditional Density Functional Theory (DFT) methods. To address this, we present the Catalytic Large Atomic Model (CLAM), a machine-learning-based interatomic potential designed for heterogeneous catalysis. Trained on a comprehensive dataset that includes metals, alloys, oxides, clusters, zeolites, 2D materials, and small molecules, CLAM ensures high accuracy across diverse catalytic systems. We also introduce a "local fine-tuning" algorithm that enhances the model’s applicability by accelerating structural optimizations and transition state searches while maintaining precision. Additionally, CLAM facilitates rapid reaction network construction and efficient kinetic analysis. This work advances computational catalysis by providing a universal and robust tool for catalyst design and mechanism exploration.
Promoting photoswitching in mismatching mixed-linker multivariate Zr6 MOFs
Authors: Rosales-Martínez Carmen , López-Alcalá Diego , Assis Marcelo , Castillo-Blas Celia , Baldoví José J. , Abánades Lázaro Isabel
Published: October 2024

Multivariate metal-organic frameworks (MTV MOFs) have emerged as promising materials due to their ability to combine properties that enhance features beyond those of their pristine counterparts. Despite the potential for tailoring electronic properties through structural distortions and defects introduced by linkers of variable lengths, examples remain scarce, and information on the electronic structure is limited. Here, we present the multivariate mismatching linker approach to generate photoswitching nanoparticulated MOFs with variable lattice parameters and porosity features controlled by mixed-linker composition. Structural defects, such as dangling linkers, are generated due to mismatching crystal lattices, tuning the electronic structure. Combining biphenyl and azobenzene ditopic linkers promotes cis-trans photoswitching of dangling azobenzene linkers, which is constrained in Zr6-azobenzene MOFs. Moreover, introducing low quantities of azobenzene drastically reduces the bandgap of the materials due to the contribution of the azo group, which is supported by first-principles calculations. This paves the way for new photo-responsive materials for photo-switching applications.
The environments lead the pas de deux of ESIPT and ICT process in a fluorescent compound
Authors: Gong Junyi , Zhao Zheng , Tang Ben Zhong
Published: October 2024

This study presents a methodology for regulating the dynamic behavior of a particular excited state of a compound through the manipulation of its surrounding environment. We have developed a compound that incorporates substructures exhibiting both ESIPT and ICT capabilities. The compound allows for the modulation of either or both ESIPT and ICT processes by varying the polarity of the surrounding environment. This tuning affects the macroscopic optical characteristics, such as the morphology and wavelengths of the photoluminescence emission band, exhibiting a behavior that is infrequently documented in the literature. This study is accompanied by an extensive analysis that offers theoretical insights and innovative recommendations for the design of fluorescence materials.
Exciton Transfer Simulations in LH2 Accelerated by Machine-Learned Hamiltonians Reveal Transient Delocalization Mechanism
Authors: Hoffmann David Sebastian , Dohmen Philipp , Sokolov Monja , Kleinekathöfer Ulrich , Elstner Marcus
Published: October 2024

The astonishing efficiency of exciton transfer in light-harvesting (LH) complexes has prompted a multitude of experimental and theoretical studies over the past two decades. However, the revision of the long-held role of electronic coherences calls for alternative explanations. In this study, we investigate the exciton motion through the LH2 complex of Rhodospirillum molischianum using a mixed quantum-classical approach, leading to a fully ’classical’ explanation of the transport efficiency. Our multi-scale approach comprises a coupled quantum mechanical molecular mechanics (QM/MM) embedding, a fragmentation of the electronic structure in the QM region via a Frenkel Hamiltonian, neural networks to accelerate the quantum calculations, and non-adiabatic molecular dynamics (NAMD) to treat the combined electronic-nuclear dynamics. This enables us to sample hundreds of trajectories of this large quantum system, each lasting several picoseconds. Our simulations describe the transitions within the B800 and B850 rings in agreement with experimental findings, suggesting an incoherent hopping process in the B800, and a more delocalized transfer in the B850 subsystem. The reorganization energies and excitonic couplings are comparable in the B850 ring, promoting the transport model “transient delocalization”. This theory is characterized by a dynamic interdependence of moderately delocalized excitons that exhibit large delocalization events. To demonstrate the efficiency of this transport, we compare the exciton dynamics in LH2 with the most efficient electron and exciton transfer processes in organic semiconductors. We find that the Bacteriochlorophyll’s unusual electronic properties, leading to tiny inner and outer-sphere reorganization energies, are the reason for the astonishing efficiency.
LiProS: FAIR simulation workflow to Predict Accurate Lipophilicity Profiles for Small Molecules
Authors: Bertsch-Aguilar Esteban , Piedra Antonio , Acuña Daniel , Suñer Sebastian , Pinheiro Sylvana , Zamora Ramírez William J.
Published: October 2024

The consideration of the ionic partition coefficient in estimating pH-dependent lipophilicity profiles for small molecules has been previously emphasized through classification Machine Learning protocols. In alignment with the principles of Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR) data to enhance data management and sharing, we introduce LiProS: a FAIR workflow accessible via Google Colab. LiProS assists researchers in efficiently determining the appropriate pH-dependent lipophilicity profile based on the SMILES code of their molecules of interest. LiProS demonstrated its applicability in discerning the most suitable lipophilicity formalism based on small structural variations in potential cases of structure-based drug design.
EFFECT OF UREA APPLICATION ON THE GROWTH AND YIELD OF CUCUMBER (Cucumis sativus cv. Bhaktapur Local L.) AT BAGLUNG NEPAL
Authors: Adhikari Safal , Dholi Pankaj Karki , Khatiwada Pratibha , Sharma Shrijana
Published: October 2024

Nitrogen is considered one of the critical mineral nutrients for the healthy growth of plants. Hence, its judicious use is necessary for the sustainability of crop production. A study was carried out to investigate the growth and yield of cucumber (Cucumis sativus cv. Bhaktapur Local L.) in response to different Urea applications. The trial was conducted at Baglung district in Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with four replications. The treatments were five levels of Urea: 0, 140, 180, 220, and 260 kg/ha. The results exhibited that all the growth and yield attributes were significantly affected by Urea applications. The crop treated with a higher Urea level of 260kg/ha significantly showed higher values for most of the evaluated traits. The crop fertilized with a Urea level of 260 kg/ha produced 312.19 cm vine length, 32.90 cm fruit length, and 700.16 g fruit weight. However, crops fertilized with a Urea level of 220 kg/ha produced a more significant number of fruits of plants i.e., 6.04 subsequently resulting in higher yield i.e., 17.24 mt/ha as compared to other treatments. On the contrary control plots which were not fertilized showed an adverse effect on plant growth and yield and produced 164.54 cm vine length, 49.778 leaves vine, 38.380 days to flower initiation, 10.380 cm fruit length, 5.497 fruit vine, 466.6 g fruit weight and 4.914 ton/ha fruit yield. Based on the findings of the current study, it is concluded that a higher Urea level of 220 kg/ha showed significantly higher yield. Hence, cucumber may be fertilized with a Urea Level of 220 kg/ha for desired growth and yield.
ROLE OF KAOLIN ON FRUIT QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Authors: S. Dr. Archana , H B. Dr. Rajith Kumar , K. H. Nataraja
Published: October 2024

Kaolin is a white, soft, flexible clay, is a fine-grained plate-like material frequently referred to as “China Clay.” kaolin consists of ‘alumina octahedral sheets’ and ‘silica tetrahedral sheets’ stacked alternatively, chemically is a “Hydrous aluminium silicate” (Al2Si205(OH)4). It is used in ceramic products like white wares, spread the fruit with an even layer of film, adds strength to fiber glass and alter insect or pathogen behaviour. It has numerous applications in horticulture to overcome adverse conditions of plants such as summer stress, fruit cracking, sun burn, pests and diseases and improve water use efficiency with better fruit quality. Kaolin is boon to the farmer as it is helpful in mitigating biotic and abiotic stresses of plant, reduces the use of agrochemicals and improve yield and quality of the produce.
Migrant Justice Research in Crisis Times: Developing Reflexive, Ethical, and Responsive Pandemic Research with Immigrant Care Workers
Authors: Hande Mary Jean , Yavuz Mehmet , Rodriguez Susan
Published: October 2024

Community-based participatory research (CBPR) typically prioritizes community needs in the research process, attempting to link ethical and rigorous investigation with social action. However, balancing community needs and research goals can be challenging when working with marginalized communities in times of crisis. Strategies for engaging immigrant communities in CBPR is also underexplored in academic literature. This paper examines some of these challenges by focusing on a research project with immigrant homecare workers in Manitoba, Canada, who were disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, yet largely excluded from government pandemic policy responses. The project aimed to explore these workers’ experiences and to contribute to migrant justice organizing through the research process. In this article, we present three interrelated tensions in our shifting research process: reflexive navigation of our research team members’ lived experiences and positionalities; community versus academic ethics; and timely responsiveness to shifting community priorities. We contribute to literature on CBPR with immigrant communities by articulating a reflexive migrant justice research approach amidst a crisis. This approach is developed through subversive relationship-building and intersectional solidarity with social justice community partners that disrupt dominant academic research processes.
Study of the content of parkin and mitofilin in the lung tissue of rats exposed to chrysotile asbestos
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Ainagulova Galiya , Aripova Akmaral , Bulgakova Olga , Bersimbay Rakhmetkazhy
Published: October 2024

The work analyzed the content of Parkin (PRKN) and mitofilin (IMMT - Inner mitochondrial membrane transmembrane) proteins in the lung tissue of Wistar rats under the influence of chrysotile asbestos. To reproduce experimental asbestosis, chrysotile asbestos dust was injected intratracheally into the lungs of experimental rats, and saline solution was injected into control animals. The animals were divided into three groups: 1) control; 2) poisoned with asbestos at a dose of 25 mg; 3) poisoned with asbestos at a dose of 50 mg. Two months after asbestos inoculation, the lungs of the rats were removed and homogenized. The content of PRKN and IMMT in homogenates was determined using ELISA. We have shown that under the influence of chrysotile asbestos in the lung tissues of rats, a significant decrease in the levels of the PRKN protein, which controls mitochondrial mitophagy, is observed. The IMMT content in mitochondria of rat lung tissue after exposure to asbestos was lower compared to the control group. Our previously obtained data on the morphometric parameters of mitochondria allowed us to assess the degree of ultrastructural disorders of mitochondria, which may indicate mitochondrial dysfunction under the influence of asbestos. Taken together, these results support a link between damage to mitochondrial structure and defects in the respiratory complex. Taken together, these results support a link between damage to mitochondrial structure and the development of asbestosis.
Analysis of biologically active properties of Serratula coronata l. (above and underground parts), growing in the regions of northern Kazakhstan (Kokchetav uplands)
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Aidarkhanova Gulnar , Kukhar Elena
Published: October 2024

Serratula coronata L. is known in folk medicine as an astringent, choleretic, anti-inflammatory, antifever, antiemetic and sedative. The article presents the results of studies assessing the phytocenotic state and biological activity of Serratula coronata L., growing in Northern Kazakhstan (Kokchetav Upland). The antibacterial and antifungal activities of Serratula coronata L. against strains of bacteria Escherichia coli, yeast Candida parapsilosis, and mould fungi Aspergillus niger were studied using microbiological methods. An alcohol tincture and an aqueous decoction of the roots of Serratula coronate L. were distinguished by antibacterial activity, which suppressed the growth of E. coli to a dilution of 1:512 (alcohol tincture), 1:8 (aqueous decoction). Aqueous extracts of Serpukha crowned have pronounced bacteriostatic properties against E. coli. An aqueous infusion of the roots of Serratula coronate L. was found to have fungicidal activity against the yeast C. parapsilosis, while an alcoholic infusion of the roots of the plant, showed fungicidal and fungistatic activity against the opportunistic mould fungi A. niger when diluted, to 1:8. Oily and hydroalcoholic extracts of above-ground and underground vegetative organs of Serratula coronata L. have pronounced antiparasitic activity. At the same time, the intensity of antiparasitic properties is higher in aqueous-alcoholic extracts of the above-ground organs of Serpukha crowned. It has been established that Serratula coronate L. can successfully be used as a raw material for producing veterinary and pharmaceutical drugs and food and feed additives.
FEATURES OF AMYLASE INHIBITORS IN WHEAT GRAINS
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Mamytova Nurgul , Sergalykyzy Zhansaya , Kuzovlev Vladimir , Khakimzhanov Aidar , Yrgynbayeva Shynar
Published: October 2024

The grains of cereal are able to synthesize and store various protein inhibitors of proteases and amylases. Despite some scientific breakthroughs, there is insufficient information about α-amylase/subtilysin protein inhibitor of wheat grains. Furthermore, when baking bread from germinated wheat grains, the excess activity of α-amylase, which contributed to the restoration of its quality, is suppressed by an inhibitor added from the outside. In our work, the localization of the α-amylase protein inhibitor (PI) in the endosperm and peripheral parts of the grain (shell, aleurone) was determined. In the endosperm, the protein may be free or associated with starch granules. No inhibitor detected in the germ of grain. PI inhibits the catalytic center of Amy1α-amylase of wheat grain, having little influence on the center responsible for the binding of the enzyme to starch granules. The activity and composition of α-amylase in nine samples of wheat meal with high autolytic activity were analyzed (the number of falls is from 248 to 72). FN 91 sec grist showed the most heterogeneous spectrum to the effect of mixtures of wheat’s inhibitor and raw extract from grain bran that were taken from the previous studies on α-amylase enzyme. The results of the experiment showed that exposure to the addition of two drugs of purified and raw inhibitors to grist extract with a low number of drops led to a decrease in the activity of α-amylase (Amy1). The novelty of the work was found to inhibit the localization of protein inhibitors and the catalytic center of wheat α-amylase.
THE ROLE OF MIRNAS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF HUMAN BIPOLAR DISORDER
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Pinskiy Ilya , Anas Muhammad
Published: October 2024

Bipolar disorder is a mental disease expressed in repeating maniac, depressive and euthymic phases of human behaviour. Different studies have found that changes in the expression or mutations of specific genes are involved in the progress of this disease. These genes encode the proteins participating in the transmission of nerve impulses (such as mediators, ion channels, etc.), endocrine regulation of mood and other processes. As we know, the expression of many human protein-coding genes is regulated on the post-transcriptional level by miRNAs (microRNAs) binding with mRNAs of the genes and blocking their translation. So, recent studies have also shown that some miRNAs can regulate the expression of genes connected with human bipolar disorder. But which of these miRNAs are specific for this mental disease? What is their role in these processes? What are the applications of this data for the diagnosis, prevention and therapy of human bipolar disorder? We will try to answer these questions in our review article.
Degradation of keratin compound residues by thermophilic bacteria with keratinase activity
Authors:   AL-FARABI KAZAKH NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Mashzhan Akzhigit , Javier-Lopez Ruben , Talipova Aizhan , Kistaubayeva Aida
Published: October 2024

The strain Caldanaerobacter subterraneus KAk with keratinase activity was isolated from the Zarkent geothermal springs. The KAk1 strain grows under anaerobic conditions at temperatures ranging from 55 to 85°C (optimum 65-70°C) and pH 4.5-9.0 (optimum 6.8). Under optimal conditions with glucose, the cells are observed mainly as single cells, in pairs, or in rare chains, and do not form endospores. However, when grown on merino wool, feathers, or under suboptimal conditions, the KAk strain cells show significant elongation and altered morphology: the cell length increases to 5-8 µm, and spore formation is observed. The KAk strain demonstrates the ability to effectively degrade feather keratin and merino wool at 65-70°C. The 16S rRNA gene sequence (1452 bp) of the KAk strain, analyzed using the BLASTn program against the GenBank database, showed a high degree of similarity with other strains of C. subterraneus. The similarity of the 16S rRNA gene sequence between strain KAk and C. subterraneus subsp. tengcongensis DSM 15242T is 98.5%, while the difference from other strains of this species is 1-1.5%. This study describes the physiological characteristics of the KAk strain and its keratinolytic activity in comparison with other representatives of the genus Caldanaerobacter.
Izdelava velikih glivnih biokompozitov z nizko gostoto
Authors: Bizjak Nej , Straže Aleš , Kržišnik Davor
Published: October 2024

As the need for a circular economy grows, so does the need for new sustainable materials. Biocomposites made from fungi are a sustainable alternative to synthetic foams. The key to commercializing this technology is knowing how to produce large quantities of such materials with the appropriate properties. As part of our experimental work, we have produced a larger mycelium biocomposite with a low density, a volume of 47 litres and a length of two metres. The final fungal biocomposite was produced by growing the mycelium in three stages; first in culture bags, then in two larger moulds, which were combined in a third stage. We used a culture of Ganoderma resinaceum and a specially formulated substrate to achieve a low density. The final biocomposite with a density of 80 kg/m³ met the target dimensions, remained infection-free and withstood lighter loads. The main disadvantage of the material was the small surface indentations caused by air inclusions in the substrate when the mycelium-laden substrate was transferred to the moulds.
Performance evaluation of power system with HVDC integration: Impact of SSSC and STATCOM on power system efficiency and stability
Authors: Vijay Prashant Yadaraju , Siva Kumar M.
Published: October 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive performance analysis of power systems incorporating High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission lines, with a focus on the impact of integrating advanced Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) devices, namely Static Synchronous Series Compensator (SSSC) and Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM). This study evaluates key performance parameters, including Total Power Loss (TPL), Voltage deviation (Vdev), transmission efficiency, and corona loss, across three configurations, HVDC alone, HVDC with SSSC, and HVDC with STATCOM. Through simulations conducted using MATLAB or Simulink, the results demonstrate that the addition of SSSC and STATCOM significantly improves system performance by reducing power losses, enhancing voltage stability, and optimizing transmission efficiency. The analysis reveals that HVDC systems with SSSC outperform other configurations in terms of power loss reduction and voltage stability, while STATCOM improves voltage regulation and minimizes deviations. This study highlights the benefits of incorporating SSSC and STATCOM into HVDC systems for enhancing power system efficiency, stability, and operational reliability.
Thermodynamic and exergoeconomic operation optimization and simulation of steam generation solar power plant
Authors: Malik F. Elmzughi , Ahmed Akasha , Mohammed A. Elhaj , Ayoub A. Altwibi
Published: October 2024

Steam power generation is one of the most important energy productions in the world and needs to be improved to reduce the greenhouse effect while increasing electricity production. This paper deals with the energy, exergy, and exergoeconomic analysis of a steam-generating solar power plant. A general methodology is presented to define and calculate the exergy efficiency, exergy destruction, exergoeconomic factors, total costs, improvement potentials, and exergy costs in thermal systems. The methodology is based on a specific exergy cost approach and a sensitivity cost analysis. The thermodynamic properties of the working fluid are determined using THERMAX and MATLAB software packages. For the considered normal operating and economic conditions, the percentage of exergy destruction relative to the total exergy destruction and potential improvement of the boiler was found to be the highest at 86% and 85.3%, respectively. The exergoeconomic coefficient of the system is calculated with a value of 0.52. The total cost of exergy losses is $5939.6 per hour. Furthermore, the results of the solar direct evaporation analysis show that the behavior of the exergoeconomic coefficient in January and July was calculated with values of 0.64 and 0.34, respectively. The total costs are $3010.4 and $5480 per hour, respectively. Obtaining specific values and clear parameter influences is a valuable achievement and helps field engineers and operators effectively perform their individual tasks while taking into account the conflicts between energy consumption, exergy and costs.
WITNESS RELIABILITY IN CRIMINAL TRIALS
Authors: Malik Neeraj
Published: October 2024

Indian courts accept and analyse witness testimony under the 1872 Evidence Act. Section 118-134 allows courts to hear several witnesses and preserve testimony. Under Section 154, courts can cross-examine opposing witnesses. Section 134 gives child witnesses special standing and needs no minimum number of witnesses to prove a fact. India's complicated justice system prioritises witness intimidation, protection, and fair trials for all. Indian law establishes truth and justice through eyewitness testimony. In India's criminal justice system, psychological, social, and environmental factors impact witness reliability. Human memory, misremembering, societal pressure, delayed testimony, and environment can impair witness credibility. Memory is imperfect and impacted by illumination, distance, and witness mental and physical state. Witnesses may lie or recant due to social pressure, therefore courts formed the Witness Protection Scheme, 2018. Delays and other factors can taint evidence and decrease witness recall. In India, hostile witnesses and perjury can impede criminal proceedings. The Indian testifying Act, 1872, covers hostile witnesses, whereas the IPC 191–193 covers perjury, which carries a seven-year jail sentence and a fine for court-related false testimony and three years for other cases Active hostile witness and perjury management is essential to resolve these issues and maintain witness confidence in India's criminal justice system. The 2018 Indian Witness Protection Scheme safeguards witnesses and evidence in key cases. Witnesses in three danger categories get police protection, regular monitoring, temporary relocation, and identity changes. Protective state Witness Protection Funds are also created. Implementation is complicated by funding, agency collaboration, and law enforcement's protection. The Indian Supreme Court values trial witness comfort, respect, and cross-examination independence. Technology and law have boosted witness credibility, and COVID-19 has expanded trial video conferencing. The Law Commission of India endorses video conferencing and witness reliability devices. India may extend the Witness Protection Scheme, standardise video conferencing, teach judges, attorneys, and court workers, employ pre-recorded video evidence, improve witness tampering and perjury rules, and prepare witnesses.
PENGARUH FAKTOR-FAKTOR OSEANOGRAFI TERHADAP HASIL TANGKAPAN SERO DI PULAU KARAMPUANG KAB. MAMUJU SULAWESI BARAT
Authors: Rawin Arwin , Ardiansyah Muhammad
Published: October 2024

Sero adalah jenis alat tangkap yang pengoperasiannya dilakukan di sekitar perairan pantai, bersifat menetap, yang mempunyai peran sebagai perangkap ikan yang memiliki wilayah teritori sekitar pantai atau ikan yang melakukan migrasi ke arah pantai. Kondisi oseanografi suatu perairan dapat dijadikan indikator daerah penangkapan untuk jenis ikan tertentu. Penelitian ini memiliki untuk mengetahui pengaruh faktor-faktor oseanografi (suhu, salinitas, arus, serta pasang surut) terhadap hasil tangkapan sero di Pulau Karampuang Kabupaten Mamuju Sulawesi Barat. Penelitian dilaksanakan pada bulan Juni-Juli 2023 di Pulau Karampuang Kab. Mamuju Sulawesi Barat. Metode ini menggunakan metode survey lapang, yaitu berupa pengukuran suhu, salinitas, pasang surut, dan arus. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pengaruh parameter oseanografi terhadap total hasil tangkapan sero secara bersama-sama variabel bebas (X) tidak terdapat pengaruh signifikan terhadap hasil tangkapan sero (Y). Secara sendiri-sendiri (parsial) variabel bernilai negatif suhu X3 tidak berpengaruh nyata terhadap hasil tangkapan sero karena dari hasil analisis produksi didapatkan nilai koefisien regresi bernilai negatif sedangkan variabel lainnya bernilai positif, seperti pasang surut X1, kecepatan arus X2, dan salinitas X4 memiliki pengaruh pada hasil tangkapan sero tetapi tidak signifikan.
O	CONTEXTO	SOCIAL,	ECONÔMICO	E	CULTURAL	NA	PRÁTICA PEDAGÓGICA
Authors: SILVA ROSA JUSSARA BONFIM
Published: October 2024

O resente artigo traz uma abordagem situacional dentro do contexto da prática pedagógica, utilizando para isso a análise bibliográfica. A cada dia se torna mais urgente pensar a educação de forma mais contextualizada e voltada para as questões sociais do Brasil e do mundo, urge hoje a necessidade de uma educação que perceba o outro e o seu meio, na busca de uma aprendizagem partilhada, tendo em vista que a escola está interligada aos problemas de cada tempo na sociedade, bem como com as inovações e conflitos existenciais, portanto é influenciada pelos jogos de poderes, não podendo assim ser negado que os conflitos que a sociedade vive hoje estão diretamente relacionados aos desafios do (a) educador (a) em sala de aula e consequentemente com todo o processo de ensino e aprendizagem.

Palavras-chave:Contexto social, econômico e cultural.
AS PRATICAS PEDAGOGICAS DOCENTES NA ESCOLA ESTADUAL IRMÃ ASPÁSIA/PORTO NACIONAL/ TOCANTINS.
Authors:   , Alves Eliene Moura
Published: October 2024

RESUMO
O presente trabalho objetiva analisar as práticas pedagógicas que se efetivam no ensino fundamental com alunos em processo de alfabetização, tendo em vista a importância do trabalho docente para o processo ensino e a aprendizagem. O local da pesquisa é a escola Irmã Aspásia, no município de Porto Nacional no estado do Tocantins. A metodologia utilizada foi à pesquisa bibliográfica que analisam as práticas educativas na docência, a observação dentro da sala de aula, o questionário e a entrevista que foi respondido pelos professores. O resultado da pesquisa é satisfatório, pois através de minhas observações feitas nas salas de aulas do primeiro ano do ensino fundamental com crianças a partir de sete anos de idade, pude notar que existem um entrosamento e uma cumplicidade entre os alunos e as professoras, que os deixam a vontade para fazerem observações e dar sugestões se tornando assim em indivíduos mais ativos, críticos e participativos dentro da sala de aula contribuído para que as aulas tenham mais qualidade de ensino e sejam mais interessantes e dinâmicas melhorando assim a suas aprendizagens. Observei indícios de praticas reflexivas por parte de alguns docentes em processo de alfabetização, demonstram ser capazes de pensar sobre os seus próprios atos, e de refletir sobre suas ações nas mais diversas situações em que se encontram, transformando situações complexas, de uma situação problemática enfrentada por elas, em oportunidades de mudanças de metodologias de ensino bem mais positivas.
AÇÕES DE PUBLICIZAÇÃO PARA A IMPLEMENTAÇÃO DA LEI PAULO GUSTAVO NO ESPÍRITO SANTO
Authors: Peres Ruan Souza , Fiel Arthur
Published: October 2024

A Lei Paulo Gustavo marca uma renovação dentro do universo das leis de fomento à cultura no Brasil. Em respeito ao princípio da publicidade na Administração Pública, toda e qualquer ação de interesse coletivo realizada pelo Poder Público deve ser publicizada. Para tanto, mecanismos legais foram criados para regulamentar o processo de transparência das ações do Estado, a exemplo da Lei de Acesso à Informação (LAI). Com isso, o Poder Público, em todas suas esferas e níveis de gestão, tem por obrigação fazer tais informações chegarem com acesso facilitado a seus cidadãos, respeitando, assim, o princípio da publicidade presente em nossa Constituição. Nesse sentido, este capítulo propõe uma análise acerca do processo de publicização para a efetiva implementação da Lei Paulo Gustavo no Estado Espírito Santo, a partir das ações executadas pelo Ministério da Cultura do Brasil (MINC) e pela Secretaria de Estado de Cultura do Espírito Santo (SECULT/ES) em prol de sua execução.
Dos primórdios ao início dos anos 1990: apontamentos sobre a trajetória da produção audiovisual no Espírito Santo
Authors: Vieira JR Erly
Published: October 2024

RESUMO: Este texto sintetiza algumas das ideias e informações presentes nos textos de minha autoria publicados nos livros Plano Geral: Panorama histórico do cinema no Espírito Santo (Ed. Booklet/Sesc-ES, 2015) e Rasuras: 40 anos de vídeo experimental no Espírito Santo (Ed. Cousa, 2021). Uma primeira versão deste texto foi publicada no site Cinelimite, em maio de 2021, por ocasião da mostra online “Um mundo visto e sonhado: Uma coleção de filmes do Espírito Santo”. Esta é uma versão revista, ampliada e atualizada.
AZERBAIJAN'S NATIONAL SECURITY POLICY IN THE SYSTEM OF MODERN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Authors: Alizadeh Ilaha
Published: October 2024

With the end of the Cold War, the political situation in the world has changed dramatically. The emergence on the world stage of new independent states, non-governmental organizations, transnational companies and threatening the world at the regional and global levels, such as ethnic conflicts, the spread of political and economic instability, imbalance, weapons of mass destruction, terrorism, the struggle for natural resources, etc. contributed to the transformation of international relations. As a result of the process, also accelerated by globalization, the state’s perception of security has changed in parallel with the increase in the types and scale of risks and threats.
SCIENTIFIC CONTRIBUTION OF DOCTOR HABILITAT ILLIA KOLOSOV INTO JURISPRUDENCE: FACTS, THOUGHTS AND PERSPECTIVES
Authors: Choporova Olha
Published: October 2024

The article reveals the scientific and personal contribution to legal science of Dr hab. I.V. Kolosov, Doctor of Law (Habilitated) (in Republic of Poland), Philosophy Doctor in Law (in Ukraine), Reviewer of international scientific professional journals of ‘International Journal of Law and Society’, Science Publishing Group Inc. (in New York, USA), ‘Technium Education and Humanities’ (in Ponta Delgada, Portugal), ‘Technium Business and Management’ (in Mumbai, India), Invited Expert of the Times Higher Education's Global Academic Reputation Survey-2024 and World University Rankings-2025 (in London, UK), Member of the Harvard Club, Alumnus of Sommerschule-2024 ‘Recht in Deutschland’ of Heidelberg University (Germany) and so on and so forth. The contribution of I. V. Kolosov to the development of the aforesaid science at different stages of his scientific career is studied. Some publications covering scientific and legislative views of I. V. Kolosov, which, in our viewpoint, are multifaceted, revolutionary and significant, are considered. It is established that the scientist's papers clearly and understandably cover issues in such branches of law as labor, international, environmental, criminal, social security, constitutional, etc. It is stated that the citation of Dr hab. Kolosov's works can be found in a link of scientific articles, monographs, textbooks and dissertations. The purpose of the article is to provide a scientific coverage of the creative work and personal contribution to the development of legal science, to reflect on the prospects of the scientific research derivated by him from the viewpoint of facts, and to reasonably reflect on the prospects of scientific research. The author forecasts the prospects for further development of legal science, the actual impact of the legal paradigm on the fate of mankind and its place in solving global problems of our time. Based on the results of the study, the author presents scientifically sound conclusions. In particular, it is determined that the issue of nuclear and environmental safety makes us think about furthermore actions for the complete safety of nuclear industrial facilities and furthermore research on this issue.
Geothermal Energy – A Rising Powerhouse? A Global Technical Review and Applications for Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alsuwailem Majed , Hoxha Bez , Ward Colin , Alwosheel Abdulrahman
Published: October 2024

The Earth’s core, which is as hot as the sun, contains a large amount of thermal energy insulated by impermeable rocks. This energy, totaling 15 million zetta joules, dwarfs traditional energy sources such as coal and gas. However, only a fraction of this energy has been utilized, with global geothermal operations contributing just 16 gigawatts (GW), or less than 0.5%, of renewable energy in 2021. Barriers such as high upfront costs, long revenue gestation periods, technical limitations, and social/administrative constraints impede its widespread adoption.
The Unfolding Potential of GCC China Collaboration on Critical Minerals
Authors: Chen Dongmei , Ge Jianping , Wang Yibo , Ren Ruihua
Published: October 2024

As a clean energy system begins to be implemented worldwide, the demand for critical minerals is expected to increase dramatically in the coming decades. Thus, demonstrating how mineral collaboration benefits the economy is key to building long-term supply resilience and keeping the global energy transition on track.
A study of machine learning algorithms for predicting financial well-being: Logistic regression vs. MLP
Authors: Paulami Bandyopadhyay
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the applicability of machine learning techniques on diverse datasets. We explore the effectiveness of two algorithms, Logistic Regression and Multi-Layered Perceptron (MLP), on predicting financial well-being. Specifically, we employ a salary prediction dataset to evaluate the model’s capacity to classify individuals earning above a specific income threshold (e.g., $50,000 per year). Through comparative analysis, this research aims to elucidate the strengths and limitations of each algorithm when applied to these contrasting data types, offering insights into their suitability for various prediction tasks. Furthermore, we present a framework for data analysis, outlining essential steps for data cleaning, exploration, and preparation, which can be applied to enhance the effectiveness of machine learning models across diverse datasets.