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About the Potential of Junk Art in the Educational and Creative Process
Authors: Lyashenko Ekaterina S. ,   Transbaikal State University, Shlikova Anastasiya D. ,   Transbaikal State University
Published: August 2024

The article examines the pedagogical potential of the modern art direction junk art. Junk art not only represents new mechanisms in contemporary art, but also due to its rich sets of forms, in most cases, without claiming to be a category of high art, it is able to be a material for art practices, used in the pedagogical process, having the potential for creative development. At the same time, junk art has not received a broad theoretical understanding in terms of developing its methods in the educational and creative process. The purpose of this work is to generalize the pedagogical experience of using junk art in the educational and creative process based on the theoretical justification of its capabilities. The author’s experience of using junk art in the educational and creative process of students of the profile “design of the environment” both within the framework of educational programs and outside of them is based on the analysis of the historical and cultural context of the origin of junk art, its artistic understanding. The application of institutional theory justifies the consideration in art of various new forms created in the relevant institutions. Junk art is one of the promising techniques, the potential of which is as follows: the use of new formative techniques, conceptualization in art in student works, actualization of modern problems in the subject of youth creativity, motivation of students, including in the conditions of distance learning creativity, the use of alternative methods in the study of the laws of construction of visual composition. Both traditional empirical methods of observation, conversation, experiment, and theoretical (analysis, synthesis), as well as system and project approaches are used in the study. The analysis of the historical understanding of the direction of junk art in art studies, the practical experience of the student scientific and creative association “Creative” (Faculty of Culture and Arts of TSU), as well as the materials of creative classes in the pandemic period became the main materials of the study. The results and examples presented in the article can be applied conceptually to develop other master class programs for different age groups aimed at developing imagination, creative and compositional thinking in teaching fine arts and design
The Formation of Methodological Competence of Primary School Teachers on the Formation of Meta-Concepts of Younger Schoolchildren
Authors: Kurganskaya Alla V. ,   Transbaikal State University
Published: August 2024

One of the urgent problems in primary general education is the problem of achieving meta-subject results by younger students, one of which is the formation of meta-subject concepts. The latter contributes to improving the quality of educational results, forming a picture of the world. In this regard, primary school teachers need to know what meta-concepts are, their types, what meta-concepts are studied by younger students. Teachers should be able to choose and apply appropriate learning strategies, methods, techniques, technologies for the formation of meta-concepts among younger students. The article offers examples of meta-concepts used in elementary school in the study of literary reading, fine art, music. The purpose of the study is to identify the state of formation of methodological competence of primary school teachers in the formation of meta-concepts among younger schoolchildren. The author uses a method of analyzing scientific theories, which made it possible to reveal various aspects, separate views of scientists on the concept of “meta-understanding” in younger schoolchildren. The generalization method has made it possible to determine the need and directions for the formation of the appropriate methodological competence among primary school teachers. The questionnaire method has been used to study the level of formation of methodological competence among primary school teachers in Chita on the formation of meta-concepts of younger schoolchildren. The author analyzes the results of the study conducted in order to identify the formation of methodological competence of primary school teachers in Chita on the younger schoolchildren’s meta-concepts formation. The survey showed that teachers understand the importance of forming meta-concepts of younger schoolchildren; have an idea of some meta-concepts; but do not clearly understand what methods, techniques; technologies can be used to form them. The analysis of teacher questionnaires indicates the need for systematic work to increase the methodological competence of primary school teachers in the field of younger schoolchildren’s meta-concepts formation. In the article, the author indicates the prospects for research: conducting methodological associations, seminars, master classes for primary school teachers.
Basic Approaches to the Organization of a Multicultural Environment in Pre-School Institutions of Vietnam
Authors: Onishchenko Eleonora V. ,   Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, Nguyen Thi Lan Vy Nguyen Thi Lan Vy ,   Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia
Published: August 2024

The article presents an assessment of the principle of polyculturalism and features of its implementation in pre-school education in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (hereinafter SRV). The author’s interpretation of the term multicultural environment and features of its organization is given. The article describes potential levels of provision by teachers of work with children of pre-school age in a specially organized educational environment, which meets the leading criteria of the phenomenon of polyculture. At the same time, the authors present features of the design of the appropriate educational space for work on the upbringing and development of the qualities of a citizen in a child; ready to actively integrate and present the ethnic identity of a certain people, taking into account the national specificity of small nationalities living in the conditions of the Vietnamese State. The article presents modern approaches to the interpretation of the essence of the multicultural environment in the conditions of functioning of Vietnamese kindergartens, as well as their interpretation from the point of view of determining the future prospects of work to solve the declared scientific problem. As the main methods of research, the authors used retrospective and comparative analysis of normative documentation and scientific sources related to the characteristic of the educational space in the conditions of the practice of pre-school institutions of this State. The results of the analysis can be used in the training of future pre-school workers in order to develop their understanding of the features of modernization of the Vietnamese pre-school system in modern conditions. The novelty of such scientific information is due to the fact that it is offered from the point of view of assessing the possibilities of rethinking, adapting and recognizing the effectiveness of this experience, incl. in the context of analyzing the potential prospects for improving domestic teacher.
Adaptability of Phytophthora capsici Resistant Bell Pepper Cultivars in Southern Georgia
Authors: Kumari Manisha , Dutta Bhabesh , Coolong Timothy , Diaz-Perez Juan Carlos , Torrance Ty , Shealey Justin , Dawson Joshua , McAvoy Theodore
Published: August 2024

Phytophthora capsici (PCap), which causes Phytophthora root rot, is the most destructive soilborne pathogen for bell pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) production in Georgia, USA. Extensive host range, persistence of inoculum in the soil, and lack of effective chemical control methods make this disease particularly difficult to manage. Resistant cultivars offer a practical solution to manage PCap in affected bell pepper fields. However, most commercial cultivars resistant to PCap are predominantly grown in the northeastern United States. This research aimed to screen commercial bell pepper cultivars for resistance to PCap, marketable yield, fruit size distribution, and overall adaptability for production within the largest growing areas in southern Georgia. Field trials were conducted during Spring 2022 and 2023 in commercial growers’ fields with a known history of PCap infestation to evaluate PCap-resistant bell pepper cultivars across four trials conducted in the three counties (Colquitt, Echols, and Lowndes) responsible for ∼78% of bell pepper production in Georgia. Eleven cultivars were evaluated: nine that claimed PCap resistance and two widely grown PCap susceptible cultivars included for comparison. Phytophthora root rot incidence was very low in these research trials. However, there were significant differences in total yields, marketable yields, fruit size, and unmarketable yields. On the basis of marketable yields for jumbo, extra large, and large-sized fruit, we recommend the PCap-resistant cultivars PS 0994-1819, Paladin, and Mercer for fresh market bell pepper growers. Furthermore, ‘Revolution’ is recommended for processor growers due to higher jumbo-sized fruit yields and lower quality and higher pancaking for the spring season in southern Georgia, USA. Newer cultivars Tarpon and Nitro have a more desirable disease-resistance package; however, ‘Nitro’ had small-sized fruit, and ‘Tarpon’ tended to have lower total yields than current commercial standards.
Reduced Chemical Fertilizer Combined with Vermicompost Application Affects the Growth, Yield, and Quality of Watermelon
Authors: Hou Dongying , Su Dongtao , Hao Kexing
Published: August 2024

Continuous application of chemical fertilizers in plant cultivation can lead to the deterioration of the soil environment, resulting in reduced crop yield and quality. Currently, organic fertilizers, such as vermicompost, can partially replace chemical fertilizers and maximize yields while maintaining soil fertility. However, the effects of chemical fertilizers combined with vermicompost on watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) yield and quality are unclear. A field experiment was carried out on the watermelon cultivar Lihua No. 6. Six treatments were applied: no fertilizer (CK, control, 0N–0P–0K), 100% chemical fertilizer [CF, 5.4N–1P–5.4K (256, 47, and 255 kg·ha−1)], 75% chemical fertilizer + 25% organic fertilizer [A1, 5.4N–1P–5.4K (192, 35, and 191 kg·ha−1) + 2250 kg·ha−1 vermicompost], 50% chemical fertilizer + 50% organic fertilizer [A2, 5.4N–1P–5.4K (128, 24, and 127 kg·ha−1) + 4500 kg·ha−1 vermicompost], 25% chemical fertilizer + 75% organic fertilizer [A3, 5.4N–1P–5.4K (64, 12, and 64 kg·ha−1) + 6750 kg·ha−1 vermicompost], and 100% organic fertilizer (A4, 9000 kg·ha−1 vermicompost). Indices related to the growth, yield, and quality of watermelons were determined. Compared with CK, chemical fertilizer alone or in combination with organic fertilizers significantly increased growth parameters (plant height and leaf area) and chlorophyll content. The five fertilizer treatments enhanced the single fruit weight, yield, and biomass. In addition, the yield of reduced chemical fertilizer plus organic fertilizer was comparable to that of watermelons treated with CF. Compared with CF, the fertilizer treatments, especially the 1:1 mixture of chemical and organic fertilizer (A2) group, had elevated fruit-soluble solids and soluble sugar content, and reduced organic acid levels. Therefore, a combination of 50% chemical fertilizer and 50% organic fertilizer can effectively enhance the yield and quality of watermelons. These findings have important implications for guiding the management of watermelon fertilization and development of sustainable agriculture.
Turfgrass Management Professional Development Needs Assessment of Extension Agents
Authors: Lindsey A.J. , Benge Matt
Published: August 2024

Turfgrass management includes many different components and without proper management turfgrass aesthetics will diminish. In addition, mismanagement of turfgrass systems could lead to negative environmental impacts. This situation creates the need for Extension agents to deliver turfgrass management educational and outreach programs to the various stakeholders and the general public. However, Extension agents require professional development in terms of turfgrass management. A needs assessment of [State] Extension agents was conducted at the University of Florida to determine the professional development needs relating to turfgrass management. Through this needs assessment, there were 51 individual competencies identified that were categorized into nine distinct competency domains. In general, the highest priority relative to professional development needs were related to the pest management (i.e., disease, insect, weeds, and nematodes) competency domains. Extension specialists can use the information from this needs assessment to adjust current and tailor new turfgrass management professional development programs to address the identified needs with the highest priority [i.e., greatest mean weighted discrepancy score (MWDS)]. Professional development programs could include creating new or adjusting educational materials and resources for the needs identified, in-service trainings for Extension agents to provide additional education, series of academies to provide baseline knowledge to Extension agents, and an online database to provide information and guidance. In addition, the results and needs identified from this needs assessment can be used as a basis for obtaining educational funding.
Postharvest Quality of ‘Keepsake’ Apple Fruit
Authors: Tong Cindy
Published: August 2024

Storage information regarding ‘Keepsake’ apple fruit is lacking. The objective of this research was to investigate the postharvest characteristics of ‘Keepsake’ apple (Malus ×domestica Borkh.), which is a parent of ‘Honeycrisp’. Apples were obtained from three orchards in Minnesota in 2022 and 2023, assessed for quality, and stored at 0 to 1 °C or 4 to 5 °C in air. Fruit were tested for firmness, soluble solids content (SSC), and titratable acidity (TA) for up to 6 months in storage. At harvest, fruit from different orchards differed in ground color, firmness, SSC, and titratable acidity. The starch pattern index did not differ among the orchards within a year, but it was greater during the 2023 harvest than during the 2022 harvest. Fruit firmness decreased less rapidly at 0 to 1 °C than at 4 to 5 °C. Changes in SSC with storage varied by orchard, storage temperature, and year. In 2022 to 2023, SSC changes were highly variable, remained the same during storage for fruit from one orchard, increased and then decreased for fruit from another orchard, increased after 1 month of storage, and then remained unchanged thereafter for fruit from the third orchard. In 2023 to 2024, SSC was generally unchanged during storage at 0 to 1 °C, and it increased slightly over time during storage at 4 to 5 °C. Titratable acidity decreased during storage, but there was no difference between storage temperatures. These findings demonstrate the difficulty determining when to harvest ‘Keepsake’ fruit because neither starch pattern index nor ground color is a reliable indicator of ripeness. Growers must rely on experience and fruit redness to determine when to harvest this late-season cultivar. To prolong fruit firmness, growers should store ‘Keepsake’ fruit at 0 to 1 °C rather than at 4 to 5 °C.
Daltonia decolyi Gangulee: New record for Western Ghats, South India
Authors: Yadav Sonu ,   Shaheed Smarak Government College, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh India
Published: August 2024

The endemic species Daltonia decolyi Gangulee has only been documented from Darjeeling in the eastern Himalayas. It has been recorded for the first time during the current investigation from the Doddabetta region in the Nilgiri Hills (Western Ghats). One of the 34 hot spots for biodiversity in the world, the Western Ghats of India are situated in eight of the warmest "Hot Spots" on the planet. The corticolous, glossy plants, oblong, late leaves with a prominent border, and an erect capsule with double peristome teeth—the endostome and exostome being roughly equal—are the characteristics of this species. The base was bordered with calyptra.
Challenges and Opportunities in Conserving Grassland Ecosystems of Western Himalayan region.
Authors: Saha Kuntal ,   Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Patel Nagar, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248001, India, Chandran Manoj , Negi Ranjana , Guleri Saurabh ,   Uttarakhand Forest Department, Dehradun, Uttarakhand,   Forest Research Institute, Dehradun, India,   Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Patel Nagar, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248001, India
Published: August 2024

Grasslands are delineated as terrestrial ecosystems principally distinguished by predominantly herbaceous flora devoid of shrubbery, and their persistence hinges upon mechanisms such as combustion, herbivore browsing, harvesting, arid conditions, and exposure to sub-zero temperatures. The primary plant families encountered in grassland ecosystems include family Poaceae, Cyperaceae, Fabaceae, and Asteraceae. In India, there are different types of grasslands observed, but in the Western Himalayan region, Cool temperate grassy slopes grasslands, Sub-alpine meadows grasslands, Alpine meadows and Steppe formations of trans-Himalaya grasslands predominantly prevail. Furthermore, the grasslands are primarily inhabited by small herbs, which directly or indirectly hold immense importance in the lives of local communities. The Western Himalayan stands as one of the most recent and dynamically evolving mountain ranges globally, marked by both activity and vulnerability. They confront human-induced challenges in the pursuit of development. Grassland communities are encountering numerous threats due to significant human activities, including land degradation, intense grazing, habitat fragmentation, invasive species, and, to some extent, the impact of climate change. These factors are contributing to the decline of grasslands and a decrease in species diversity. Preserving grasslands necessitates a comprehensive approach encompassing a variety of tactics. Diverse conservation strategies are needed for the management of various grassland types. The mid-elevation grasslands, especially the meadows used for hay production, are preserved through the control of livestock grazing and controlled burning during the winter season. While several government departments are active in different grassland regions, focusing on habitat restoration and eco-development, their collective efforts are directed towards preserving these distinctive habitats.
INTERETHNIC COLLABORATION: A CASE STUDY OF NIAS AND MINANGKABAU ETHNIC GROUPS IN WEST SUMATERA, INDONESIA
Authors: Dewi Susi Fitria ,   Department of Social and Political Science, Faculty of Social Science, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, West Sumatera 25171, Indonesia, Febriani Rika , Azmi Alia , Yulika Febri ,   Department of Social and Political Science, Faculty of Social Science, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, West Sumatera 25171, Indonesia,   Faculty of Philosophy, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Bulaksumur, Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia,   Digital Media Research Centre and School of Communication, Queensland University of Technology, Queensland 4059, Australia,   Department of Social Economy of Agriculture, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Bengkulu, Bengkulu 38371, Indonesia,   Department of Cultural Anthropology, Faculty of Performing Arts, Institut Seni Indonesia Padangpanjang, Padang Panjang, West Sumatera 27118, Indonesia
Published: August 2024

Most conflicts in Indonesia have been caused by opposing principles between ethnic groups and religions. These conflicts are difficult to resolve because of the absence of mediating institutions and structures. This study shows the ability of two ethnic groups, Minangkabau and Nias, in Indonesia’s West Sumatera province to fulfil their interests despite their different principles. The analysis of the influencing factors and their implications for both groups are also discussed. A qualitative method and a case study were used to obtain in-depth, comprehensive and integrated data regarding the collaborative ability of the two ethnic groups. The results show that the collaboration between the two groups can be achieved in several forms: (1) provision of two types of foods at parties; (2) determination of Nias’ ethnic leaders; (3) permission to change religions; (4) conditions for the Nias community, including the number of pig livestock and the number of churches; (5) cultural assimilation of the Nias community; and (6) permission to use the use of Nias language and art performances. These collaborations are influenced by four factors: (1) reference to customary law and religion; (2) arrival history of the Nias ethnic group; (3) economic use of land; and (4) conformity of social norms. This study has three implications, namely, a sense of belonging, mutual understanding, and culture of openness. The findings suggest the need to expand research to identify various other patterns of collaboration between ethnic groups in Indonesia to create a safe and peaceful multicultural society.
PENANG, THE HAJJ, AND THE ROLE OF HAJJ SYEIKHS, 1786–1977
Authors: Musa Mahani ,   History Section, School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, Baharudin Aiza Maslan @ ,   Philosophy and Civilisation Section, School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Published: August 2024

The history of Penang is often highlighted from the perspective of its development and contribution as a port or centre for trading that involves international trading networks, specifically with India and China. However, these discussions have overlooked the island’s role and contribution as the embarkation port for pilgrims from Malaya and the Malay Archipelago when sea travel was the primary mode of transportation to Makkah. Penang’s role as the embarkation point for hajj pilgrims could have taken place before Francis Light became the Superintendent of the Prince of Wales Island in 1786, while the existence of the Light Letters proved that besides trade, hajj activities had become an important aspect that linked Penang with people from other regions. Light’s good relations with the Malay rulers were a fundamental factor in sending prospective pilgrims to Makkah by sea on British trading ships. Hajj activities became more organised in the nineteenth century with the presence of more viable modes of transport and the management of hajj pilgrims under the supervision of representatives appointed by specific shipping companies. The emergence of pilgrim brokers, popularly known as hajj syeikhs among local residents in the twentieth century, further established Penang as the departure point for hajj pilgrims. This study focuses on the management of hajj pilgrims and the roles of hajj syeikhs in relation to the services they offered. Also raised are issues arising from the provision of services to pilgrims throughout the period when Penang became the point for departure and pilgrims embarking on their journey to Makkah.
SOCIALLY MEDIATED POPULIST COMMUNICATION IN INDONESIA’S 2018 GUBERNATORIAL ELECTIONS
Authors: Ahmad Nyarwi ,   Department of Communication Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Gadjah Mada, Jalan Socio Justicia No.1, Bulaksumur, 55281 Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Published: August 2024

Populism has evolved in Indonesia and has been adopted by Indonesian political actors within the context of both the national and local elections. Secular nationalist and Islamic populism have also been frequently exploited by the Indonesian political actors who contested in these elections. However, we have little knowledge of what encouraged the candidates, nominated by the Indonesian political parties who competed in Indonesia’s 2018 gubernatorial elections, to take up populism as a means for developing socially mediated populist political communications to win the elections. Focusing on these issues, this article selects 53 gubernatorial candidates from among those who ran in these elections as cases and proposes socially mediated populist communication as a conceptual framework. This is followed by analysing the campaign materials posted on the candidate’s Facebook pages prior to the elections using traditional content analysis. It was found that most of the gubernatorial candidates adopted socially mediated populist political communication strategies but only some of them vigorously established an inclusive populist political communication strategy based on secular nationalist and Islamic populism. Such developments were determined by the parties’ ideological orientation and their position in the government as well as the party candidates’ political career duration, education level, and background. This article offers the two following knowledge-based contributions: (1) it visualises the two socially mediated populist political communication models adopted by the political actors in Indonesia’s local elections; and (2) it chronicles the types of party-related and candidate-related factors that determine such adaptations. Professionals could consider these models when aiding political party candidates during the elections.
PAKISTAN’S ROLE AS A LYNCHPIN IN THE “ARC OF AUTOCRACY” AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR INDIA
Authors: Kaushiki Nishtha ,   Department of South and Central Asian Studies, School of International Studies, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda 151401, Punjab, India, Bawa Jagmeet , Roushan Vikash , Hansraj Hansraj , Singh Gurphej ,   Department of Political Science, Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Dehra Campus, Dehra Gopipur 177101, Himachal Pradesh, India,   Department of South and Central Asian Studies, School of International Studies, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda 151401, Punjab, India,   Department of South and Central Asian Studies, School of International Studies, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda 151401, Punjab, India,   Department of Political Science, Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Dehra Campus, Dehra Gopipur 177101, Himachal Pradesh, India
Published: August 2024

This study examines how Pakistan’s strategic location and evolving ties with Russia and China position it as a potential lynchpin in the nascent “arc of autocracy”. Pakistan’s unique geographic position bridging Central Asia and the Gulf historically made it strategically valuable during the Cold War. Today, the growing Sino-Russian partnership seeks to reshape the regional order, fostering greater cohesion between the countries with autocratic tendencies to counter the established Western-led liberal model. Pakistan’s role as a crucial land bridge connecting Central Asia to West Asia has spurred Russia’s recent efforts to build closer ties with Islamabad. Through a descriptive analysis of Russo-Pak bilateral relations and Pakistan’s potential involvement in crucial regional infrastructure projects led by China, this study argues that Pakistan could become a vital player in solidifying an autocratic bloc in the region comprising Russia, China, and Iran. By focusing on the specific case of Pakistan and its strategic significance, this study aims to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing debate on the arc of autocracy by analysing empirical evidence and exploring the potential global implications of such a regional grouping.
Влияние оксида азота на степень повреждения ткани кишечника и структурной организации мембран эритроцитов при моделировании искусственного кровообращения и циркуляторного ареста: экспериментальное рандомизированное исследование
Authors: Чурилина Е. А. , Подоксенов Ю. К. , Каменщиков Николай Олегович , Серебрякова О. Н. , Суходоло И. В. , Афанасьев С. А. , Реброва Т. Ю. , Корепанов В. А. , Козлов Б. Н.
Published: August 2024

INTRODUCTION: Ischemia-reperfusion injury during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and circulatory arrest (CA) can lead to the damage of various body systems, including splanchnic. In turn, intestinal damage can lead to the development of multiple organ dysfunction. There is evidence of organ protective properties of nitric oxide (NO), but the effects on the intestine have not been studied. OBJECTIVE: To study the effect of exogenous nitric oxide on the degree of intestinal tissue damage and erythrocyte membranes when simulating cardiopulmonary bypass and circulatory arrest in an experiment. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study was carried out on sheep, n = 24. The animals were divided into 4 equal groups of 6 in each: “CPB” and “CPB+NO”, “CPB+CA” and “CPB+CA+NO”. In the “CPB+NO”, “CPB+CA+NO” groups NO was delivered. In the “CPB” and “CPB+CA” groups, CPB and CA were performed without NO. During the experiment, we assessed the following: systemic hemodynamics, acid-base status, blood gas components, hematocrit, electrolyte, lactate, glucose, hemoglobin, free hemoglobin, concentrations, dynamics of coefficient of microviscosity and polarity in the areas of lipid-lipid and protein-lipid interactions (CMPLI; CPPLI) of erythrocyte membranes. One hour after CPB, tissues of the small intestine were collected for subsequent morphological and morphometric analyses. RESULTS: The main laboratory findings and systemic hemodynamics were within the reference values and indicated the adequacy of mechanical perfusion. In the “CPB” and “CPB+CA” groups, CMPLI and CPPLI after weaning from CPB were significantly reduced from the initial values, but in the “CPB+NO” and “CPB+CA+NO” groups there was no tendency towards a decrease in these indicators. The histological picture of intestinal tissue in the NO groups was with less pronounced structural damage. CONCLUSIONS: Perioperative delivery of exogenous NO during CPB and CA in the experiment reduces morphological signs of damage in intestinal tissue and has a positive effect on the structural organization of erythrocyte membranes.
Востребованность оценочных и прогностических шкал среди анестезиологов-реаниматологов Российской Федерации: анкетный опрос
Authors: Котельникова Е. О. , Тухтаманова А. С. , Исалова К. М. , Гофман А. А. , Сажаев Е. А. , Бабаев Максим Александрович
Published: August 2024

INTRODUCTION: Nowadays there are a lot of different rating and prognostic scales that allow to objectify the patient’s condition. OBJECTIVE: To identify the awareness of the staff of intensive care units in different medical organizations of the Russian Federation regarding assessment tools, to analyze the preferences of using and to determine the quality of knowledges about the validity of the assessment tools used. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The authors analyzed 693 Russian-language sources published between 2018–2022 years from the following databases: Elsevier, Google Scholar, PubMed, eLIBRARY, and official site of Federation of Anesthesiologists and Reanimatologists of Russia. During the analysis the most commonly used scoring systems were extracted and included in the questionnaire to anesthesiologists-reanimatologists working in Moscow hospitals. RESULTS: According to the answers received from 120 respondents, the most frequently used scales were (American Society of Anaesthesiologists Scale (ASA) and Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale (RASS) (95.83 and 93.33 %, respectively). Also, the authors revealed the statistically significant differences in clinical application of the scales between respondents. Specialists from Federal hospitals commonly used Risk, Injury, Failure, Loss of kidney function, and End-stage kidney disease criteria for assessment of acute kidney failure (73.47 %). However, representatives from City hospitals used the Glasgow Outcome Scale more often in their practice (60.94 %). CONCLUSIONS: To sum it up, not all of existed scoring systems are implemented into the clinical practice of intensive care unit (ICU) specialists. The most commonly used scales revealed in the current study were anesthesiological ones. Concerning another types of scales, their usage depended on specifics of ICU department, ICU specialists’ work experience. That is why the following data in this study demonstrates the non-awareness of the anesthesiologists and reanimatologists for validation of scoring systems in Russia.
New Mineral Names
Authors: Emproto Christopher , Olds Travis A.
Published: August 2024

This issue of New Mineral Names highlights some of the newly described minerals as reported by the IMA and recently published/in press articles from January–March 2024. The minerals included are: pfaffenbergite, pabellóndepicaite, allanite-(Sm), heflikite, kvačekite, and bimbowrieite.
Critical loop models are exactly solvable
Authors: Nivesvivat Rongvoram , Ribault Sylvain , Jacobsen Jesper Lykke
Published: August 2024

In two-dimensional critical loop models, including the O(n) and Potts models, the spectrum is exactly known, as are a few structure constants or ratios thereof. Using numerical conformal bootstrap methods, we study 235 of the simplest 4-point structure constants. For each structure constant, we find an analytic expression as a product of two factors: 1) a universal function of conformal dimensions, built from Barnes’ double Gamma function, and 2) a polynomial function of loop weights, whose degree obeys a simple upper bound. We conjecture that all structure constants are of this form. For a few 4-point functions, we build corresponding observables in a lattice loop model. From numerical lattice results, we extract amplitude ratios that depend neither on the lattice size nor on the lattice coupling. These ratios agree with the corresponding ratios of 4-point structure constants.
Beyond universality in repulsive SU(N) Fermi gases
Authors: Pera Jordi , Casulleras Joaquim , Boronat Jordi
Published: August 2024

Itinerant ferromagnetism in dilute Fermi gases is predicted to emerge at values of the gas parameter where second-order perturbation theory is not accurate enough to properly describe the system. We have revisited perturbation theory for SU(N) fermions and derived its generalization up to third order both in terms of the gas parameter and the polarization. Our results agree satisfactorily with quantum Monte Carlo results for hard-sphere and soft-sphere potentials for S = 1/2S=1/2. Although the nature of the phase transition depends on the interaction potential, we find that for a hard-sphere potential a phase transition is guaranteed to occur. While for S= 1/2S=1/2 we observe a quasi-continuous transition, for spins 3/23/2 and 5/25/2, a first-order phase transition is found. For larger spins, a double transition (combination of continuous and discontinuous) occurs. The critical density reduces drastically when the spin increases, making the phase transition more accessible to experiments with ultracold dilute Fermi gases. Estimations for Fermi gases of Yb and Sr with spin 5/25/2 and 9/29/2, respectively, are reported.
Simple febrile seizure et causa bronchopneumonia with complex congenital heart disease
Authors: Adji Arga , Angel Syalomitha , Adiwinoto Ronald Pratama , Suwito Bambang Edi , Puspitasari Angela
Published: August 2024

Complex congenital heart disease (CHD) in children does not often cause febrile seizures. A child with simple febrile seizures, bronchopneumonia, and complex congenital heart disease is discussed. The report analyzes the causes and proposes preventive measures for febrile seizures, bronchopneumonia, or both. A 2-year-old girl with complex congenital heart disease presented with simple febrile seizures possibly caused by bronchopneumonia. The child was severely malnourished (<-3SD), with a body weight of 7.5 kg and a height of 78 cm. Diagnostics revealed leukocytosis and neutropenia, with X-ray results showing abnormalities in the lungs and heart (ASD, VSD, and PDA). Treatment included diazepam 5 mg rectally for the first seizure and 1 mg IV for the second seizure, as well as paracetamol infusion 5 ml/4 hours. Understanding simple febrile seizures triggered by bronchopneumonia in patients with complex congenital heart disease requires an integrated approach for patient management, including comprehensive care. The involvement of medical personnel is an important challenge in preventing recurrence and ensuring optimal patient outcome. Simple febrile seizures are likely caused by bronchopneumonia accompanied by complex congenital heart disease. Her recovery after prompt treatment with diazepam and symptomatic drugs emphasizes the importance of recognizing seizure triggers and managing febrile seizures in children with cardiac anomalies.
Frequency of lipoprotein(a) testing and its levels in Pakistani population
Authors: Batool Hijab , Khan Madeeha , Ain QuraTul , Chughtai Omar Rasheed , Khan Muhammad Dilawar , Khan Mohammad Iqbal , Sadiq Fouzia
Published: August 2024

Background: Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] is a highly atherogenic particle identified as an independent risk factor for the development of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). This study aimed to investigate the frequency of Lp(a) testing and the incidence of elevated Lp(a) levels in the Pakistani population.
Methods: For this observational study, Lp(a) and lipid profile data from five years (June 2015 to October 2020) were acquired from the electronic patient records of a diagnostic laboratory with a countrywide network. The association of age and total cholesterol (TC), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), non-HDL, and triglyceride (TG) levels with two thresholds for Lp(a), that is, <30 mg/dL and ≥30 mg/dL, was calculated using the Kruskal-Wallis test, while the association between Lp(a) levels and lipid variables was calculated using Spearman correlation.
Results: For five years, 1060 tests were conducted, averaging 212 tests per year. Of these, 37.2% showed Lp(a) levels above 30 mg/dL. No significant differences were observed in the results between males and females. However, younger individuals displayed significantly higher Lp(a) levels. Additionally, there was only a weak correlation between the Lp(a) levels and other lipid variables.

Conclusion: Despite being recognized as a risk factor for ASCVD in the Pakistani population, only a small proportion of the large population underwent Lp(a) testing. Moreover, a significant proportion of the population exceeded this threshold.
A New Concept: A Facilitator for Individuals with Special Needs
Authors: İncekara Harun İsmail , Ulaş Enver
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Special education is defined as education carried out by specially trained personnel to meet the special educational needs of individuals in environments appropriate to their disabilities and characteristics with specially developed educational programs and methods.
Method: Qualitative research methods were utilized in this research. The participants were asked questions about the semi-structured interview form. 15 special education teachers (10 male, 5 female) from different special needs schools in İstanbul participated in this research. The findings were provided in the light of semi-structured interview in reference to opinions of 5 experts. It was derived from the responses given to the 5 personalized information forms and 5 research questions suggested by the researcher and 5 experts. The data was analyzed by using the content analysis method.
Findings: Findings were gathered under five topics; the conclusion, the advantages of the application of the facilitator for individuals with special needs, the professional competency of the facilitator, opinions about this model, and the proliferation of the facilitator model.
Discussion: It was indicated that the facilitators have both positive outcomes, such as supporting and encouraging the student, and negative outcomes, such as hindering the student’s independence and setting unreasonable education goals.
Assessing micro-irrigation clogging risk through water quality classification systems
Authors: Cabrera-Garcia Juan Carlos , Toro-Herrera Mayra A. , Raudales Rosa E.
Published: August 2024

Water quality classification systems aim to assess the overall risk of clogging in micro-irrigation systems. However, their ability to predict potential clogging based on water quality characteristics remains untested, particularly in controlled environment agriculture. This project aimed to evaluate if the existing classification systems could be used to identify the cause of clogging in micro-irrigation systems in greenhouses. Water from eight commercial greenhouses with reported clogging was analyzed for physical, chemical, and biological properties to rate the risk of clogging according to the classification systems. In general, iron and manganese from the fertilizers and high microbial load resulted in high ratings. However, the ratings lacked insight into the specific causes of clogging, disregarding interactions among chemical and microbial factors and qualitative characteristics of specific microbial phenotypes (e.g., production of polysaccharides or iron oxidation) that lead to clogging. Furthermore, the systems overemphasize nutrient levels typically used in greenhouse fertigation as the cause of clogging – which is not commonly observed in practice. Enhancing these systems requires parameters reflecting these interactions and microbial traits influencing clogging. Further research needs to develop these parameters in new systems with robust and precise thresholds in which emitter performance, profitability, and sustainability are affected.
Water quality management of the Aras River in Iran using two modeling methods: canonical correlation analysis and principal component analysis
Authors: Shabarang Mohammad Mostafa , Fataei Ebrahim , Imani Ali Akbar , Bahmanpour Hooman , Shabani Mohammad
Published: August 2024

This research aimed to determine the pollution resources and the main parameters affecting the Aras River water quality, as one of the important rivers of the Caspian Sea watershed, within the borders of Iran, and to present control solutions. Hence, canonical correlation analysis (CCA) and principal component analysis (PCA) were used to reduce data dimensions and determine the pollution criteria based on four physical and six chemical parameters premeasured at 19 stations between 2020 and 2022. The CCA results showed that pH and dissolved oxygen (as physical variables) and also mercury, nitrate, and sulfate (as chemical variables) had a significant role in predicting the canonical variables of chemical and physical parameters, respectively. These pollutants predominantly originated from anthropogenic pollution sources, including runoff infiltration from surrounding vast agricultural lands (based on the first principle component results accounted for 39.3% of the variations), and also the soil erosion in the watershed (based on the second principle component results accounted for 25.7% of the variations). To conclude, the Aras River water quality management programs should focus more on controlling anthropogenic pollution sources to monitor the status of effective physicochemical parameters using multivariate statistical methods, especially CCA and PCA methods.
Land suitability analysis for blue-green infrastructure implementation in an urban stormwater management system in Surabaya, Indonesia
Authors: Harlis Triana Arinda , Seo Seung Beom
Published: August 2024

In low-lying areas, pluvial, fluvial, and coastal flooding can combine to form complex flood events. In this context, integrated blue-green infrastructure (BGI) has emerged as a viable approach to environmentally friendly stormwater management. This study concentrated on two primary objectives: i) the development of a geospatial technology-based land suitability map for BGI implementation and ii) the identification of optimal BGI nodes and corridors. Surabaya City in the Delta Brantas region of Indonesia was selected as the location for a pilot study. The land suitability analysis considered five criteria (slope, potential drainage density, land use/land cover, soil types, and proximity to roads), and the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) was employed to assign weights to these criteria before calculating a BGI index using the raster calculator tool in GIS. A BGI index map was then employed to identify potential BGI nodes on public land and priority corridors. The eastern and western regions of Surabaya, which are characterized by agriculture, fishponds, salt ponds, and mangrove forests, were identified as prime candidates for BGI implementation. Areas of public land under the jurisdiction of the city government, such as government offices, police stations, and educational zones, also offered the opportunity for BGI initiatives.
Sueños despiertos. Cartilla acerca de la somnolencia, el insomnio y los trastornos del sueño
Authors: Caballero Carmen , Campo Adalberto , Liliana Carmen
Published: August 2024

Immerse yourself in the fascinating physiology of sleep, a fundamental element for our life and mental health. This booklet explores the complex neurological map of sleep, covering issues such as insomnia, excessive drowsiness, and obstructive sleep apnea. It also analyzes the challenges that can disrupt the quality of our rest and how they affect our daily life.Throughout these pages, you will discover valuable recommendations on sleep hygiene, time organization, and study habits. Equipped with essential tools, you will learn to build a healthy sleep that maximizes your academic performance and general well-being."Daydreams" reveals the secrets of sleep, where science and daily practices converge to create a harmonious balance between day and night. Get ready to transform your rest and, thus, your life.
EXPLORANDO A CONEXÃO MENTE-CORPO
Authors: ARAUJO DE MEDEIROS DEBORA , MAFRA MEDEIROS SHIRLENE SANTOS
Published: August 2024

Este estudo investiga a relação mente-corpo, recorrendo ao "Discurso sobre o Método" de Descartes e ao interacionismo simbólico de Mead para explorar perspectivas filosóficas e científicas sobre esta interação complexa. Ao analisar contribuições da filosofia clássica e contemporânea, a pesquisa visa aprofundar a nossa compreensão de como o discurso filosófico evoluiu na abordagem do problema mente-corpo. Por meio de uma revisão teórica e epistemológica, este estudo destaca as dimensões intersubjetivas e experienciais apresentadas por esses filósofos, traçando o diálogo entre o pensamento antigo e o moderno. Os resultados destinam-se ao entendimento das paixões que podem ajudar pessoas a viverem vidas mais virtuosas e felizes ao aprenderem a controlar e direcionar suas paixões de maneira mais eficaz, com o objetivo de aprimorar a formação filosófica e as práticas pedagógicas na sala de aula. Ao unir aspectos teórico-metodológicos com o currículo, este trabalho busca melhorar o desempenho e a dinâmica das aulas. Espera-se que a compreensão de diversas percepções e teorias sobre a mente e o corpo enriqueça a pesquisa filosófica e a visão sobre a formação e narrativas de identidade individual e social.
 
Palavras-chave: relação mente-corpo; Descartes; Mead.
Rules-Based International Order. A Critical Appraisal
Authors: Mik Cezary
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this paper is to present and evaluate the concept of rules-based international order, which is formulated both in political doctrines and in the academia of Western countries, especially the USA and the EU. The concept is sometimes treated as a new form of international law or as an ideological/instrumental interpretation of it. Accordingly, the origin of the concept, its formal basis, the way it has been conceptualised by the US and the EU, its formal and content components are discussed. In addition, a political assessment of the concept is provided (Chinese, Russian). Moreover, the formal and content relationship of rules-based international order to international law is identified, assessing what the mentioned concept is form the point of view of international law and to what extent it is compatible with existing international law.