bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Relative lack of diversity of microbes recovered on LB Miller agar medium
Authors: Ng Wenfa
Published: May 2023

Colour of microbial colonies is the first observational clue to microbial identity and type. Although unable to offer much use in microbial classification, diversity of pigmented coloured colonies or lack of on an agar plate still offers useful qualitative understanding of the ability of the medium in recovering diverse microbes from a sample. In general, presence of colonies of monolithic hue (yellow) on an agar plate suggests lack of microbial diversity on the agar plate. This work presents evidence suggesting that LB Miller medium could not usefully recover a diversity of microbes from tap and deionized water. Prior work in the literature has shown a large diversity of microbes able to form differentially coloured colonies on R2A plates from deionized water and tap water samples. Inability of LB Miller agar plates to recover colonies of more than one hue suggests that the medium is unable to recover a large diversity of microbes from environmental water samples. Overall, evidence presented in this work suggests that LB Miller medium is not suitable for use in profiling for microbial diversity in water samples.
Ritual revealed: psychotropic substances in a Ptolemaic Egyptian vase
Authors: Tanasi Davide , de Ruiter Branko van Oppen , Florian Fiorella , Pavlovic Radmila , Chiesa Luca , Fochi Igor , Stani Chiaramaria , Vaccari Lisa , Chaput Dale , Samorini Giorgio , Pallavicini Alberto , Gaetano Anastasia , Licen Sabina , Barbieri Pierluigi , Greco Enrico
Published: May 2023

This study presents a comprehensive multimodal analytical study of an Egyptian ritual Bes-vase, of the 2nd century BCE employing cutting-edge proteomics, metabolomics, genetics techniques, and synchrotron radiation-based Fourier Transformed Infrared microSpectroscopy (SR µ-FTIR) to characterize organic residues of its content. We successfully identified the presence of various nutraceutical, psychotropic, medicinal, and biological substances, shedding light on the diverse components of a liquid concoction used for ritual practices in Ptolemaic Egypt. Using LC-MS/MS with a new methodological approach, we identified key proteins and metabolites, enabling the identification of botanical sources, confirmed by genetic sequences. Our analyses revealed traces of Peganum harmala, Nimphaea nouchali var. caerulea, and a plant of the Cleome genus, all of which are traditionally proven to have psychotropic and medicinal properties. Additionally, the identification of human fluids suggests their direct involvement in these rituals. Furthermore, metabolomics and SR μ-FTIR analyses also revealed the presence of fermented fruit-based liquid and other ingredients such as honey or royal jelly. The identification of specific chemical compounds, such as alkaloids and flavonoids, provides insight into the psychoactive and therapeutic uses of these in ancient ritual practices. This multidisciplinary study highlights the complexity of ancient cultures and their interactions with psychoactive, medicinal, and nutraceutical substances. These findings contribute to our understanding of ancient belief systems, cultural practices, and the utilization of natural resources, ultimately enhancing our knowledge of past societies and their connection to the natural world.
Erstnachweise und Ergänzungen zur Farnflora des Schweizer Kantons Tessin
Authors: Jeßen Stefan
Published: May 2023

Für die Farnflora des Tessins werden Erstnachweise von Asplenium fontanum, Asplenium ×bavaricum notho­subsp. protoadulterinum (Lovis & Reichst.) Muñoz Garm., Asplenium ×trichomaniformenothosubsp. praetermissum, Asplenium ×trichomaniforme Woynar nothosubsp. trichomaniforme, Cystopteris pseudoregia, Dryopteris affinis subsp. punctata, Dryopteris remota und Dryopteris ×deweveri mitgeteilt. Des Weiteren werden Neufunde für das Tessin bekannter Taxa publiziert sowie Bestätigungen früherer Angaben diskutiert.
A non-lorentzian primer
Authors: Bergshoeff Eric , Figueroa-O'Farrill José , Gomis Joaquim
Published: May 2023

We review both the kinematics and dynamics of non-lorentzian theories and their associated geometries. First, we introduce non-lorentzian kinematical spacetimes and their symmetry algebras. Next, we construct actions describing the particle dynamics in some of these kinematical spaces using the method of nonlinear realisations. We explain the relation with the coadjoint orbit method. We continue discussing three types of non-lorentzian gravity theories: Galilei gravity, Newton-Cartan gravity and Carroll gravity. Introducing matter, we discuss electric and magnetic non-lorentzian field theories for three different spins: spin-0, spin-1/2 and spin-1, as limits of relativistic theories.
Green synthesis of mesoporous 2D Mn2O3/rGO nanocomposite for effective removal of methyl orange
Authors: Al-Bagawi Amal H.
Published: May 2023

Green synthesis of di-manganese trioxide mesoporous structure (super nano porous) sheets (Mn2O3-rGO-NS), Graphene oxide nano sheets (GO) and Mn2O3-rGO-NS nano sheets composite (Mn2O3-rGO-NS) were prepared via Thermal decomposition, seconds timescale water electrolytic oxidation and sonication method respectively. The prepared samples were characterized via X-ray diffraction, FESEM, TEM , and FTIR. Average crystallite size was found about 38 and 26 nm for Mn2O3-NS and Mn2O3-rGO-NS, respectively. Mn2O3-rGO–NPs morphology reveal nano porous sheets within average 35 nm and 26 nm in pores diameter and thickness respectively. Mn2O3-NS act distributed on and between graphene sheets creating macro and nano pores. The obtained results showed that the characteristics of the α-Mn2O3-rGO-NS sheets were improved by the addition of rGO sheets. Methyl orange (MO) dye adsorption onto Mn2O3-rGO-NS composite was investigated at various adsorption parameters, including pH, adsorbent quantity, and time. It was discovered that the adsorption behavior complies with the intra-particle diffusion model and the Friedendlich isotherm. Methyl orange in aqueous media may be eliminated 99.3% by Mn2O3-rGO-NS composite.
Os brinquedos como patrimônio cultural
Authors: Ribeiro de Souza Silva Raquel , De Menezes Tavares Adriana
Published: May 2023

O conceito de museu está em constante evolução no Brasil e no mundo, acompanhando as transformações sociais e colocando em evidência os elementos culturais de cada sociedade, proporcionando, desse modo, oportunidades de vivências que conciliam atividades educativas, turísticas e de lazer. Dentre as inúmeras tipologias existentes, os museus cuja temática são os brinquedos apresentam exposições nas quais objetos atemporais e presentes em diferentes culturas conseguem expressar de maneira simbólica especificidades que indiretamente caracterizam e espelham as sociedades nas quais estão inseridos. O objetivo deste artigo é discutir a valorização do brinquedo como um saber-fazer das sociedades, e, portanto, como um patrimônio cultural. Para isso, utiliza-se como procedimentos metodológicos a pesquisa bibliográfica e estudo de caso para apresentar o conceito contemporâneo de patrimônio e efetuar comparação entre as atividades desenvolvidas em museus do brinquedo localizados no Brasil (IFRN - Natal) e em Portugal (Ponte de Lima). Observou-se que em ambos os museus as atividades propostas valorizam uma “memória do brincar”, sendo que a principal distinção entre eles é o público alvo, enquanto o Museu do IFRN recebe majoritariamente escolares, o Museu do Brinquedo Português recebe mais turistas. Ambos atuam como disseminadores de cultura. Contudo, conclui-se que ainda se faz necessário ampliar o debate sobre a importância do brincar e do brinquedo como um saber-fazer inserido no contexto da comunidade. 

 

Palavras chave: Brinquedo, Museu do Brinquedo, Museu Temático, Patrimônio Cultural.
Insights into Pharmacological Potential of Apigenin through Various Pathways on a Nanoplatform in Multitude of Diseases
Authors: Waheed Ayesha , Zameer Saima , Ashrafi Kudsiya , Ali Asad , Sultana Niha , Aqil Mohd , Sultana Yasmin , Iqbal Zeenat
Published: May 2023

Apigenin is a natural polyphenolic compound widely distributed as a glycoside in fruits and vegetables.
Apigenin belongs to BCS class II with low solubility, which leads to poor absorption and bioavailability.
It is mostly absorbed from the small intestine and extensively metabolized through glucuronidation and sulfation
processes. Apigenin is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used as a chemopreventive
drug in the management of various cancers. Pharmacological effects of apigenin have a wide
range, from neuroprotective to treating renal disorders. Apigenin is non-toxic in nature and acts through various
pathways (JAK/STAT, Wnt/β-catenin, MAPK/ERK, PI3K/Akt, and NF-κB) to exert its therapeutic efficacy.
Numerous formulations have been researched to enhance the bioavailability and pharmacological effects of apigenin.
Combinatorial therapies are also researched to minimize the side-effects of chemotherapeutic drugs. The
review presents pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic aspects of apigenin. Apigenin is safe for the treatment
and management of numerous diseases. It can be easily incorporated into nanoformulation alone or in combination
with other active ingredients to widen the therapeutic window. This review intends to help in drug optimization
and therapeutic efficacy maximization for future studies.
Comprehensive Analysis of Diabetes Mellitus-related Gene Expression and
Associated Prognoses in Human Lung Cancer
Authors: Yang Jincheng , Li Ning , Lin Weilong , Deng Ming , Shi Liming , An Yu , Yang Juan , Zhou Chengcheng , Tong Qin , Yang Wenjing
Published: May 2023

Introduction:

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a major public health problem worldwide. Cancer
is the second most common cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of death in China.
There is compelling evidence that individual risk for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is strongly
influenced by genetic factors. DM and cancer may interact with one another; some kinds of cancer
accompany DM, and DM can also promote cancer.

Methods:

An analysis was conducted of diabetes mellitus-related gene (DM-gene) expression levels in
tumor and normal tissues, clinical parameters, tumor stages, mutations, copy number variations
(CNVs), immune cell infiltration, survival, gene enrichment, and gene ontology annotations.

Results:

This analysis revealed six genes that appear to play key roles in lung cancer survival: MTMR3
(in lung adenocarcinoma [LUAD]) and COBLL1, PPARG, PPIP5K2, RREB1, and WFS1 (in lung
squamous cell carcinoma [LUSC]).

Conclusion:

The results suggested that clinical practitioners and researchers should account for
PPARG and RREB1 expression when selecting or testing chemotherapy drugs.
Bioactive Natural Products for Breast Cancer Chemoprevention and
Treatment
Authors: Mokashi Asma A. , Bhatia Neela M.
Published: May 2023

Background:

In addition to being one of the deadliest tumors, breast cancer is also one of the most difficult to cure. Due to the serious side effects of current breast cancer treatments and the rise in drug resistance, current drugs are losing their effectiveness.

Potential Natural Bioactives:

Bioactive natural compounds target various pathophysiological
pathways involved in the development and progression of cancer and hence have the ability to prevent
both the growth of breast cancer and the advancement of metastatic disease concurrently.

:

Natural anticancer compounds have been shown to be effective, complementary treatment may be
of great assistance in this case.

Clinical Outcomes:

Nutraceuticals and popular folk remedies may provide benefits over manufactured pharmaceuticals since they have fewer side effects and less toxicity in both in vitro and in vivo studies. A variety of natural compounds have been shown to reduce the aggressiveness of breast cancer, inhibit the growth of malignant cells, and alter the pathways involved in cancer development and progression. Either by directly affecting certain biological targets, such genes, or by indirectly stabilising conjugates that have an impact on metabolic processes, natural compounds called phytochemicals can enhance human health.

Mechanistic Pathways:

There are many promising bioactive natural products that can be used to treat breast cancer, including those that inhibit aromatase activity, target HIF-1 signaling, inhibit cytoplasmic signaling, modulate epigenetic regulation, modulate estrogen signaling pathways, or work in chemosensitivity/adjuvant therapy (such as resveratrol, epigallocatechin-3-gallate, and eugenol).
A Unified Probabilistic Framework for Modeling and Inferring Spatial
Transcriptomic Data
Authors: Huang Zhiwei , Luo Songhao , Zhang Zhenquan , Wang Zihao , Zhou Tianshou , Zhang Jiajun
Published: May 2023

Spatial transcriptomics (ST) can provide vital insights into tissue function with the spatial organization
of cell types. However, most technologies have limited spatial resolution, i.e., each measured
location contains a mixture of cells, which only quantify the average expression level across many cells
in the location. Recently developed algorithms show the promise to overcome these challenges by integrating
single-cell and spatial data. In this review, we summarize spatial transcriptomic technologies
and efforts at cell-type deconvolution. Importantly, we propose a unified probabilistic framework, integrating
the details of the ST data generation process and the gene expression process simultaneously for
modeling and inferring spatial transcriptomic data.
Konjac Glucomannan, in Combination with Cisplatin, Suppresses Lymphoma Malignant Progression by Inducing Ferroptosis
Authors: Li Xi , Yuan Xinbei , Fu Hua , Zhou Wenyi , Xue Yingjun , Zhu Yidong , Wu Haoming , Shen Wei , Xu Min
Published: May 2023

Introduction:

Although formerBurkitt lymphoma (BL) chemotherapies significantly enhanced clinical outcomes, chemoresistance may result in chemotherapy failures with poor prognosis. Therefore, novel strategies are urgently demanded for drug-resistant BL patients. Emerging studies showed that konjac glucomannan (KGM) plays a role in increasing tumor chemosensitivity. Nevertheless, the KGM role for BL is unclear.

Methods:

In this investigation, U937 and Raji's cells were used for cell proliferation and migration analyses using the Cell Counting Kit-8, Edu, and Transwell migration assays. Cell apoptosis was examined utilizing flow cytometry. Intracellular reactive oxygen species were detected via immunofluorescence. Ferroptosis-related gene levels were determined by RT-qPCR analysis. Xenograft tumor growth, chemotherapy resistance, and invasiveness in vivo were analyzed using nude mice.

Results:

The results showed that KGM attenuates drug resistance to cis-platinum (DDP) in Raji and U937 cells in both in vivo and in vitro experiments. DDP and KGM inhibited cell migration and pulmonary metastasis in vivo and in vitro experiments. Also, KGM treatment attenuated the drug resistance in both Raji and U937 cells by reducing GPX4 expression and inducing ferroptosis.

Conclusion:

Taken together, this study found that KGM combined with DDP suppresses lymphoma malignant progression by inducing ferroptosis.
A New Moisturiser Improves DNCB-induced Atopic Dermatitis-like
Symptoms and Restores Skin Barrier Function in BALB/c Mice
Authors: Foucher Christelle , Bisson Jean-François , Guy Martine , Nguyen Hao Trong , Hidalgo Sophie , Colin Julie , Anh Tran Tu Nguyen , Phuong Vu Thao Thi
Published: May 2023

Introduction:

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder with eczem-atous and pruritic lesions. Topical moisturisers and either topical corticosteroids or calcineurin inhibi-tors are usually recommended. Restoring the skin barrier function alleviates AD symptoms.

Objective:

To evaluate the efficacy of a new moisturiser compared to commercially available products in an AD murine model.

Methods:

Experimental AD was induced with topical applications of 2,4-DiNitroChloroBenzene (DNCB) on the shaved back skin of BALB/c mice from Day 1 to Day 38. Mice were randomized to either Vehicle/-, DNCB/-, or DNCB/Eczekalm (test product), DNCB/Atopiclair®, or DNCB/Lipikar (reference products) groups. Once daily application of either Eczekalm or Atopiclair® or Lipikar on the AD lesion was performed from Day 32 to Day 38. The AD severity index (ADSI) and animal be-haviour were monitored throughout the study. The trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL) was measured on the sacrifice day (Day 39).

Results:

At Day39, ADSI in the DNCB/Eczekalm, DNCB/Lipikar, and DNCB/Atopiclair® groups were significantly lower by -70%, -68%, and -57%, respectively, as compared to DNCB/- (p < 0.001). No sign of erythema was observed in the DNCB/Eczekalm group. Mean scores of skin oedema, excoriation, and dryness in the DNCB/Eczekalm, DNCB/Lipikar, and DNCB/Atopiclair® groups were significantly lower than in the DNCB/-. No significant difference was observed between DNCB/Eczekalm and DNCB/Lipikar groups. Mean TEWL in DNCB/Eczekalm group was significantly lower than the ones of DNCB/Atopiclair® (-43%, p < 0.001) and DNCB/Lipikar (-15%, p < 0.05).

Conclusion:

Eczekalm treatment significantly reduced the inflammatory effects due to AD and itch-ing episodes and restored the skin barrier function.
US Administrations and Morocco from 1974 to 2021: The Double Standards of a Political Machine in Regard to the Western Sahara Conflict
Authors: Lourenço Isabel
Published: May 2023

The United States has been instrumental in the Western Sahara conflict through their continuous support to the Kingdom of Morocco and its military occupation of Western Sahara. Even though the support was not always public, given that international law is clear on the status of Western Sahara as Non-Self-Governing Territory, the public USA image, and what we can infer from its confidential correspondence and secret meetings, demonstrate a double standard since 1975, in terminology, speech, and even action. This is further demonstrated by the various presidents’ fickle positions, not always being in accordance with the US Senate and the American Personal Envoys of the Secretary Generals of the United Nations. The goal of this paper is to show the different political stances of the US and their active contribution to the stalemate existing in Western Sahara, by analyzing and synthetizing the political support to Morocco and the influence in the United Nations. Financial and military support will however be excluded from this analysis.
Sustainable Business Performance for Local Business Development: Evidence from Indonesia Coffee Shops
Authors: Aprilia Anisa , Laili Fitrotul , Setyowati Putri , Salsabilah Adella , Armasari Ivonia
Published: May 2023

Drawing on the concept of sustainable business performance, this study proposes a research model to investigate how variables such as digital organizational culture, organizational learning culture, ethical sensitivity, and access to finance contribute to the formation of a business performance model that is expected to contribute to long-term business performance in local industries dominated by coffee shops. The measure of sustainable business performance is the performance of economic, social, and environmental factors. The PLS-SEM approach was utilized to estimate this investigation's sustainable business performance model. The study examined 111 coffee shop owners, managers, and employees, selected based on their present position within the company, using a questionnaire distributed between July and November 2021. Several factors, including the organizational learning culture, the digital organizational culture, ethical awareness, and financial access, significantly influence the long-term financial performance of the coffee shop's business. This study contributes to the existing theory and the existing body of literature on topics such as the importance of ethical awareness, access to finance, digital organizational culture, and organizational learning culture. To improve overall business performance, business owners, managers, and even employees should examine the role that sustainable company performance plays in the development of each human resource's talents.
Sources and Use of Sexual and Reproductive Health Information Among Deaf People in Ghana
Authors: Mprah Wisdom Kwadwo
Published: May 2023

While information is critical for making informed decisions on SRH issues, the deaf community in Ghana has limited access due to social, economic, and institutional barriers. The purpose of this article is to describe the sources and use of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) information among deaf people in Ghana.

Data for this article were derived from a SRH needs assessment project with deaf people in Ghana. The study involved 179 participants, consisting of 178 deaf participants” 26 focus group participants, 152 survey respondents” and one hearing person served as a key informant. Findings from both the focus groups and survey revealed that deaf people in Ghana obtained SRH information from a wide range of sources: school teachers, family members, health professionals, friends, the media, and SRH organizations and centers.

The study findings also indicated that although health professionals are the official source of information on SRH issues in Ghana, they were not the most utilized and preferred source for the deaf community due to communication barriers. These findings are consistent with other studies and suggest that any SRH program aimed at improving access to information to the deaf population should endeavor to eliminate communication barriers.
Klasterisasi Mahasiswa Difabel Indonesia Berdasarkan Background Histories dan Studying Performance
Authors: Sugiono Sugiono , Ihamuddin Ihamuddin , Rahmawan Arief
Published: May 2023

Inclusive education for young disabled people is a trends, issues and big challenges. Young disabled people have fewer chances to get a properly job as they are more likely to drop out after the first year and to have erratic and longer pathways within the University education. Hence, The purpose of the paper is to classify and to investigate disable students based on histories background and based on studying performance.

The research was begun with literature reviews and then concentrated on the early survey (questionnaire) of the student histories. The information was classified and was analyzed to describe the correlation for all factors which is configured in graphs. The output of the paper is the summary of the sensitive trend for each factor according to disable student performance.
Rancang Bangun Prototipe Modul Komunikasi LoRa tipe E32 Pada Sensor Tinggi Genangan Air Lahan Sawah
Authors:   Politeknik Enjiniring Pertanian Indonesia, Anasiru Rahmat H
Published: May 2023

Efisiensi penggunaan air pada budidaya tanaman padi merupakan hal yang sangat penting ditengah semakin tingginya persaingan pemanfaatan sumberdaya air. Salah satu upaya yang dapat dilakukan untuk meningkatkan efisiensi tersebut adalah dengan cara pemantauan ketinggian air di petakan lahan sawah, untuk selanjutnya dijadikan dasar dalam pengambilan keputusan untuk pemberian air irigasi apabila diperlukan. Hal ini dikenal dengan pengairan basah kering AWD (alternate wetting and drying). Untuk luasan penanaman yang besar dibutuhkan suatu metode pengumpulan dan penyajian data ketinggian air dari tiap petak sawah yang efektif, hal ini sangat sulit untuk dilakukan dengan cara konvensional. Pada penelitian ini, pembuatan prototipe alat multisensor pengukuran ketinggian air di lahan sawah secara elektronik dilakukan dengan menggunakan sensor jarak. Rangkaian sensor ini memiliki sumberdaya baterai Li-ion dan terhubung dengan sel surya, data dari tiap sensor selanjutnya akan dikirim ke rangkaian master dengan komunikasi melalui modul Lora dan akan diupload ke platform IoT Ubidots dengan menggunakan modem. Sistem penghematan daya dilakukan dengan cara mengkondisikan mikrokontroller, sensor dan Lora ke mode hemat daya sehingga rangkaian sensor dapat bertahan tanpa sumberdaya matahari selama 4.13 hari. Selain itu pula, sistem mampu mengukur jarak ketingian air dari sensor yang berada pada rentang 53-60 cm. Tegangan baterai tepada alat ini berada pada nilai tertinggi 3.78V dan terendah 3.65V.
Aplicativo web para el monitoreo y control de variables físicas en cultivo hidropónico de espinaca
Authors: Álvarez Gutiérrez Edwin Leonel
Published: May 2023

Los cultivos hidropónicos reducen el consumo de agua y permiten la preservación del suelo al evitar el uso de fungicidas y pesticidas, que a la vez pueden resultar dañinos para la salud del ser humano. Para controlar el ambiente interior de dichos cultivos en invernadero, es necesario considerar las variables físicas como el nivel y pH del fluido, la temperatura y la humedad relativa del aire, cuyos valores deben ajustarse para permitir la supervivencia y garantizar el correcto crecimiento de las plantas. Este artículo presenta el desarrollo del prototipo del sistema Hidropomatic, un sistema semiautomático para el control y monitoreo web de cultivos hidropónicos de espinacas, en donde se preservan la humedad relativa y temperatura del ambiente de las plantas y se mantiene constante el nivel de fluido nutritivo. Las variables se controlan mediante el uso de humidificador y deshumidificador para la humedad relativa, calefactor y ventilador para la temperatura y una bomba de agua para el nivel de fluido, todo ello en un ambiente tipo invernadero. El sistema posee una alta versatilidad debido a que puede utilizarse en cualquier sistema operativo, ya sea en dispositivos móviles o en computadoras con conexión a internet, desde el cual es posible controlar el cultivo de espinacas con acciones como inicio y paradas de manera remota, monitoreo del estado de sensores y actuadores en campo, con un consumo de recursos computacionales reducido.
Peran Kelompok Nelayan Dalam Meningkatkan Perekonomian Masyarakat Sidoarjo
Authors: Putri Intan Purnama , Khabibah Amirotul , Febrianti Dwi Anggita , Junianda Laila Ayu , Az-Zahra Mega Aulia , Salsabila Vania Alvita
Published: May 2023

Tujuan penelitian memiliki maksud agar mengetahui bagaimana peran kelompok nelayan dalam meningkatkan perekonomian masyarakat di Sidoarjo  Desa Gisik Cemandi, Kec sedati, Kab Sidoarjo. Gisik Cemandi adalah wilayah pedesaan yang letaknya berada di daerah pesisir Sidoarjo, terletak berdekatan dengan pinggiran laut. Desa Gisik Cemandi ini dikenal masyarakat sebagai Kampung Nelayan dengan mayoritas bermata pencaharian sebagai nelayan. Metode yang digunakan menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan analisis menggunakan teori konvergensi budaya George Ritzer. Berdasarkan penelitian, kelompok nelayan tidak hanya berfungsi sebagai sarana penyaluran bantuan dari pemerintah tetapi juga berperan dalam meningkatkan kemampuan nelayan dalam mengatur dan meningkatkan kesejahteraan.Kata Kunci : Masyarakat Perikanan, Kelompok, Kesejahteraan.
E-Government dalam Mitigasi Potensi Konflik Sosial Pemerintah Daerah Istimewa Yogyarkarta
Authors: Nugroho Nunung Dwi
Published: May 2023

Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta memiliki kerentanan sosial budaya yang cukup mengkhawatirkan dan berpotensi konflik sosial. Menguatnya radikalisme dan intoleransi dalam masyarakat mendorong Pemerintah Daerah menciptakan early warning system dalam mengantisipasi terjadinya potensi konflik sosial di masyarakat. Melalui metode studi kasus, penulis mengkaji e-government untuk deteksi dini dan mitigasi potensi konflik, yaitu Sistem Informasi Update Data Potensi Konflik Berbasis Kecamatan (Sidasiscam). Aplikasi melayani operator di tingkat kecamatan menyampaikan update data potensi konflik di wilayahnya secara real time untuk merumuskan kebijakan yang cepat, efektif dan tepat sasaran. Minimnya sumber daya manusia yang menguasai teknologi informasi dan begitu dinamisnya rotasi kepegawaian membuat aplikasi ini kurang bisa maksimal dalam segi pemanfaatannya.
Ro'an Tradition: Building Ecological Awareness of Mamba'us Sholihin Blitar Islamic Boarding School
Authors: Zahid A , Bakhri Syamsul , Ikayanti Riza Laely , Hijazi Muhamad
Published: May 2023

Ro'an merupakan cara atau praktik pesantren yang bertujuan untuk menjaga lingkungan sekitar, namun tidak banyak santri yang memahami tradisi ro'an sebagai bentuk kesadaran ekologis. oleh karena itu penelitian ini akan fokus pada pemahaman siswa dalam praktek ro'an yang memiliki hubungan dengan kesadaran ekologis. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan fenomenologi yang menekankan pada pengalaman individu dan kelompok dalam kehidupan yang mereka rasakan. Hasil analisis ini menunjukkan bahwa bentuk kesadaran ekologis santri dibentuk oleh konstruktivisme keagamaan melalui pengajaran Al-Qur'an dan tajwid, serta behaviorisme yang diulang melalui peraturan pondok pesantren tentang tradisi ro'an santri.
Аномальные петли гистерезиса ферримагнитных пленок Gd-Co различной толщины вблизи температуры магнитной компенсации
Authors: Русалина А.С. , Лепаловский В.Н. , Степанова Е.А. , Васьковский В.О. , Курляндская Г.В. , Свалов А.В.
Published: May 2023

Triple hysteresis loops were observed for amorphous ferrimagnetic Gd-Co
films near the magnetic compensation temperature, which can be a consequence of both
the spin-flop transition and the chemical composition gradient. In the work, an
assessment of the possible chemical inhomogeneity of the films based on magnetic
measurements was carried out and its relationship with the thickness of the samples was
observed.
Магнитная анизотропия наноструктурированных покрытий Fe-Ni-C, полученных методом химического осаждения
Authors: Денисова Е.А. , Чеканова Л.А. , Комогорцев C.В. , Исхаков Р.С. , Ли О.А. , Сухачев А.Л. , Великанов Д.А. , Немцев И.В.
Published: May 2023

The structural and magnetic properties of nanostructured Fe-Ni‒C coatings
produced by electroless plating with different carbohydrates as reducing agents have been
investigated. The phase-structural state of the films was studied by X-ray diffraction and electron
microscopy. The Ni concentration ranges of FCC and BCC phases existence in electroless
deposited Fe-Ni‒C films were determined. The surface morphology, saturation magnetization,
local magnetic anisotropy field and coercivities of FeNi-C films are dependent on the iron
content and type of reducing agent. The correlation between coercivity and the anisotropy field
of the magnetic stochastic domain which were established by correlation magnetometry suggests
that the magnitude of Hc is mainly determined by this anisotropy
Управление микромагнитной структурой многофазных тонких пленок CoPt путем варьирования толщин слоев
Authors: Дорохин М.В. , Дёмина П.Б. , Здоровейщев А.В. , Здоровейщев Д.А. , Темирязев А.Г. , Темирязева М.П. , Калентьева И.Л. , Трушин В.Н.
Published: May 2023

The magnetic properties and micromagnetic structure of [Co/Pt]10 multilayer magnetic films formed by independent variation of the Co and Pt layer thicknesses have been studied. The possibility of the film magnetization parameters manipulation was shown. It is found that the micromagnetic structure of the layers is significantly modified with a change in the thickness of the layers which correlates with the magnetization data. In particular, magnetic force microscopy revealed a system of magnetic skyrmions for a number of structures. The skyrmion density was found to be dependent on the growth conditions which in turn correlates with the shape of the magnetic hysteresis loop. Changing the thickness of the Co and Pt layers makes it possible to control the density of skyrmions in the range from 0.2 to 10.5 µm-2.
Построение приближенного решения для изинговского магнетика во внешнем магнитном поле
Authors: Сёмкин С.В. , Смагин В.П. , Лаврушина Е.Г.
Published: May 2023

Предложен способ приближенного расчета намагниченности изинговского магнетика, находящегося во внешнем магнитном поле. Этот способ основан на использовании точного или приближенного выражения для спонтанной намагниченности изинговского магнетика на этой же решетке. В способе используется отношение эффективных полей для кластеров из одного и двух узлов решетки. С помощью предложенного способа для магнетика, находящегося во внешнем поле, рассчитана зависимость намагниченности от температуры и величины внешнего поля. Предложенный способ в работе применяется к решению в приближении среднего поля, к решению в приближении Бете и к точному решению на квадратной решетке; для всех этих решений вычислены критические индексы, характеризующие поведение магнетика во внешнем поле. Ключевые слова: модель Изинга, фазовые переходы, влияние внешнего поля.
Теплопроводность SiC: расчет изотопического эффекта из первых принципов
Authors: Чернодубов Д.А. , Инюшкин А.В.
Published: May 2023

The thermal conductivity temperature dependence kappa(T) of a hexagonal 2H-SiC silicon carbide crystal was calculated using the first-principle approach for the orientation of the heat flux in the basal plane and along the hexagonal axis c in the temperature range from 100 to 500 K. The effect of silicon and carbon isotopic disorder on thermal conductivity is considered. It was found that, at a temperature of 300 K, the thermal conductivity of isotopically pure 2H-SiC containing 100% 28Si and 100% 12C is higher by 15.2% and 12.4% for directions along and across the basal plane, respectively, than that of crystals with a natural composition of silicon and carbon isotopes. For crystals with a natural mixture of carbon isotopes natC, the isotope effect for silicon is 14.5% and 11.9% for these directions.
Visual Analytics of Multidimensional Oral Health Surveys: Data Mining Study
Authors: Xu Ting , Ma Yuming , Pan Tianya , Chen Yifei , Liu Yuhua , Zhu Fudong , Zhou Zhiguang , Chen Qianming
Published: May 2023

Background

Oral health surveys largely facilitate the prevention and treatment of oral diseases as well as the awareness of population health status. As oral health is always surveyed from a variety of perspectives, it is a difficult and complicated task to gain insights from multidimensional oral health surveys.

Objective

We aimed to develop a visualization framework for the visual analytics and deep mining of multidimensional oral health surveys.

Methods

First, diseases and groups were embedded into data portraits based on their multidimensional attributes. Subsequently, group classification and correlation pattern extraction were conducted to explore the correlation features among diseases, behaviors, symptoms, and cognitions. On the basis of the feature mining of diseases, groups, behaviors, and their attributes, a knowledge graph was constructed to reveal semantic information, integrate the graph query function, and describe the features of intrigue to users.

Results

A visualization framework was implemented for the exploration of multidimensional oral health surveys. A series of user-friendly interactions were integrated to propose a visual analysis system that can help users further achieve the regulations of oral health conditions.

Conclusions

A visualization framework is provided in this paper with a set of meaningful user interactions integrated, enabling users to intuitively understand the oral health situation and conduct in-depth data exploration and analysis. Case studies based on real-world data sets demonstrate the effectiveness of our system in the exploration of oral diseases.
Older Adults’ Pain Outcomes After mHealth Interventions: Scoping Review
Authors: Shade Marcia , Kovaleva Mariya , Harp Kimberly , Martin-Hammond Aqueasha
Published: May 2023

Background

Pain is prevalent and poorly managed in older adults. Although pain self-management strategies are helpful, adoption and access are limited; thus, technology provides an opportunity for intervention delivery. Mobile health (mHealth) is feasible to use in older adults; however, we have yet to understand the effect of mHealth pain self-management interventions on pain outcomes in older adults.

Objective

The purpose of this scoping review is to examine the characteristics of mHealth interventions and their efficacy on pain outcomes in older adults with musculoskeletal pain.

Methods

With the assistance of a medical librarian, keywords and subject headings were generated, including but not limited to mobile health application, mHealth, digital, pain, pain management, and older. A search was conducted for papers in journal databases, including PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, and IEEE Xplore, between 2000 and 2022. Papers were screened according to predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria, and reference lists were reviewed for additional paper inclusion. Three authors appraised the methodology of papers independently, then collaboratively to synthesize the evidence.

Results

Six publications were included in the scoping review. The design and methodology ranged widely from pilot studies to a comparative effectiveness trial. Older participants in the studies reported a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Delivery of the mHealth pain self-management interventions incorporated mobile devices, such as a smartphone or tablet. Most mHealth-delivered interventions were multicomponent and incorporated elements of in-person and telephone access to an interventionist. The findings suggested mHealth interventions may reduce pain intensity; however, pain interference and other pain-related conditions did not have a statistically significant reduction.

Conclusions

Research that has explored mHealth for pain self-management is beginning to move beyond feasibility. The few experimental studies conducted in older adults are heterogeneous, and the interventions are mostly multicomponent. It is premature to conclude the interventions’ significant effect on pain or pain-related symptoms. As technology continues to integrate into health care, more experimental research is warranted to examine the efficacy of mHealth interventions on a variety of pain outcomes in older adults.
ADAPTATION OF MAINLAND CHINA ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTERISTICS ON CHINESE PERANAKAN HOUSES IN YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Kumala Thalita , Titisari Widyastuti Dyah
Published: May 2023

This paper lists the architectural characteristics of Chinese Mainland Architecture in terms of architectural heritage conservation. Chinese residing in various countries can strongly maintain their culture, showing a distinctive architectural identity. The concept experienced adaptation to various natural and cultural contexts of countries outside their home country, the four-seasons country, Mainland China. The current situation of fast-growing construction, developments, and alteration of cultures and nature is both an opportunity and a threat to old Chinese housing. This paper aims to identify and understand architectural characteristics enabling physical conservation holistically. Research methods are in stages, the first stage being a literature review on typology and principles of Chinese architecture; the second stage is to structure and analyze the characteristic architectural findings; and the third stage is to draw conclusions from the process of interpretation, answering the research questions. A holistic literature review is needed to understand and categorize each housing based on its architectural characteristics.
Comparison of Cystatin C and Creatinine in the Assessment of Measured Kidney Function during Critical Illness
Authors: Haines Ryan W. , Fowler Alex J. , Liang Kaifeng , Pearse Rupert M. , Larsson Anders O. , Puthucheary Zudin , Prowle John R.
Published: May 2023

Background

Incomplete recovery of kidney function is an important adverse outcome in survivors of critical illness. However, unlike eGFR creatinine, eGFR cystatin C is not confounded by muscle loss and may improve identification of persistent kidney dysfunction.

Methods

To assess kidney function during prolonged critical illness, we enrolled 38 mechanically ventilated patients with an expected length of stay of >72 hours near admission to intensive care unit (ICU) in a single academic medical center. We assessed sequential kidney function using creatinine, cystatin C, and iohexol clearance measurements. The primary outcome was difference between eGFR creatinine and eGFR cystatin C at ICU discharge using Bayesian regression modeling. We simultaneously measured muscle mass by ultrasound of the rectus femoris to assess the confounding effect on serum creatinine generation.

Results

Longer length of ICU stay was associated with greater difference between eGFR creatinine and eGFR cystatin C at a predicted rate of 2 ml/min per 1.73 m2 per day (95% confidence interval [CI], 1 to 2). By ICU discharge, the posterior mean difference between creatinine and cystatin C eGFR was 33 ml/min per 1.73 m2 (95% credible interval [CrI], 24 to 42). In 27 patients with iohexol clearance measured close to ICU discharge, eGFR creatinine was on average two-fold greater than the iohexol gold standard, and posterior mean difference was 59 ml/min per 1.73 m2 (95% CrI, 49 to 69). The posterior mean for eGFR cystatin C suggested a 22 ml/min per 1.73 m2 (95% CrI, 13 to 31) overestimation of measured GFR. Each day in ICU resulted in a predicted 2% (95% CI, 1% to 3%) decrease in muscle area. Change in creatinine-to-cystatin C ratio showed good longitudinal, repeated measures correlation with muscle loss, R=0.61 (95% CI, 0.50 to 0.72).

Conclusions

eGFR creatinine systematically overestimated kidney function after prolonged critical illness. Cystatin C better estimated true kidney function because it seemed unaffected by the muscle loss from prolonged critical illness.

Clinical Trial registry name and registration number:

Skeletal Muscle Wasting and Renal Dysfunction After Critical Illness Trauma - Outcomes Study (KRATOS), NCT03736005.
A Comparative Study on the Consciousness of the Chinese Nation Community of College Students in the New Era of National Traditional Sports
Authors: Liu Yunfei , Qiu Xuemei
Published: May 2023

It is the fundamental intention of ethnic work in the new era to forge the consciousness of the Chinese nation community, and it is the main line of work to maintain the unity and stability of the motherland. The national traditional sports are the “living” soul with national cultural characteristics and national historical factors formed by the ancestors of ethnic minorities in the long history. It has a natural advantage for casting the consciousness of the Chinese nation community of college students. In the development and teaching of traditional ethnic sports in colleges and universities, not only can minority college students enhance the historical identity, spiritual identity and cultural identity of the Chinese nation community consciousness, but also non-minority college students can cultivate the Chinese nation community consciousness and consciously practice its purpose and requirements. In the new era, colleges and universities must give full play to the leading role of colleges and universities, the main role of college students and the guarantee role of the state and society through national traditional sports to strengthen the consciousness of the Chinese national community of college students, so as to inject inexhaustible power into the cause of national unity.
Current Progress and Biotechnological Applications of Microbial Keratinases
Authors: Gahatraj Indira , Borah Anupom , Pandey Piyush , Bhattacharya Arindam , Mazumdar Suman , Singh Bijender , Kumar Sanjeev
Published: May 2023

Keratin is a fibrous and recalcitrant protein found in feathers, nails, horns, hooves, and the epidermis of the skin. The presence of the high degree of disulfide bonds, hydrogen bonds, and hydrophobic interactions makes them resistant to mechanical stress and are not degraded by common proteases such as trypsin, pepsin, and papain. Due to the slow degradation of keratinous protein, accumulation of solid wastes from the poultry, slaughterhouse, textile, and leather industries leads to solid waste problems and other environmental and health related problems. In this review, efficient biodegradation of keratinous wastes by microorganisms, as a low-cost, environmentally friendly strategy has been discussed. Keratinases are the microbial proteases and hydrolyze the hard keratin. The decomposition of keratin by keratinases maintains the original structure of the final products, including short peptides, amino acids, and organic nitrogen which are deteriorated when traditional or chemical method is implemented. In this article, the role of keratinases producing bacterial and fungal species and their attributes has been elaborated, along with the biochemical characteristics of keratinases, and further, protein engineering approaches has been discussed, with the prospects to enhance keratinases activity for their biotechnological applications.
A Systematic Review on Human Monkeypox Virus Disease and Infection in Pregnancy
Authors: Morris Srishti , Joshi Poonam , Soni Priyanka , Jakhmola Vikas , Sahiba  , Kalita Karabi , Nainwal Nidhi , Sharma Nitin
Published: May 2023

The monkeypox virus (MPXV) has become a dangerous zoonosis. The fast spread of MPXV occurred in the last two years. The number of cases remarkably increased in 2022. The reasons behind the sudden increase in MPXV cases are multifactorial. Monkeypox (MPOX) a viral zoonotic illness, is caused by MPXV. It is an enveloped, linear, double-stranded DNA virus. MPXV transmission may take place by direct contact with humans or animals. This article summarizes a better understanding of the spread of MPXV infections. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers require a high level of care and precaution against this virus as the infection may transmit during pregnancy from mother to fetus and during breastfeeding to the infant. Clinical management of monkeypox in pregnancy is also reviewed in this article.
Review Paper on Blue Brain Technology
Authors: Patkar Prof. Uday , Mandhalkar Vaishnavi , Chavan Aayush
Published: May 2023

Abstract: The human brain is the most important and complex part of our body. It controls our muscles and gives us the ability to think, create ideas, and act. The neurons present in the brain store the information of events that happened with us. We, humans, are said to be “intelligent” because of our brains. But when our body decays with time we tend to lose our memory and intelligence, so here comes the concept of the Blue Brain. It is a Virtual Brain that uses a supercomputer called “Blue Gene”. It basically functions as a Human Brain. Its main function is to create a connection between the human brain and the artificial Brain. As the Life span of human beings is limited this invention is done to understand human feelings, knowledge, ideas, memories, dreams of a person, and that could be downloaded/extracted and can be used for different purposes. Neurological diseases can be cured by this technology.
Text Recognition Using Image Processing Technology for Visiting Card
Authors: Sawalkar Prof. Meera
Published: May 2023

Abstract: Image recognition and optical character recognition technologies have become an integral part of our daily lives due to increasing computing power and the proliferation of scanning devices. A printed document can be quickly converted to a digital text file using optical character recognition and edited by the user. The time required to digitize documents is therefore minimal. This is especially useful when archiving large print volumes. In this study, we show how image processing techniques can be used in combination with optical character recognition to improve recognition accuracy and improve efficiency in extracting text from images. Two of his software systems are developed and tested in this study: a character recognition system applied to cosmetics-related advertising images and a recognition and text recognition system for natural scenes. Experimental results show that the proposed system can accurately recognize text in images. Keywords: Image processing, Text detection, Visiting card, Optical character recognition (OCR),Named entity recognition (NER),Computer vision, OpenCV, Pytesseract, Tesseract OCR engine, Grayscale conversion, Noise removal, Thresholding, Named entities, Business name extraction, Owner name extraction, Address extraction, Contact number extraction, Email address extraction, Website extraction, Data categorization, Information extraction, Data organization, Spreadsheet integration, Accuracy enhancement, Efficiency improvement, Error reduction, Python programming, Data processing, Data extraction, Text extraction