bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pelatihan Pembuatan Pangan Lokal Sebagai Sumber Pendapatan Keluarga Bagi Kader Posyandu
Authors: Ningrum Khoriya Prananda Figa , Oktafia Renny
Published: March 2024

Stunting merupakan salah satu masalah kesehatan masyarakat yang sering terjadi di berbagai wilayah, termasuk di Desa Pabean, Kecamatan Dringu, Kabupaten Probolinggo. Faktor ekonomi menjadi salah satu penyebab utama terjadinya stunting di wilayah tersebut. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji pengaruh sosialisasi pengolahan produk lokal ikan kurisi menjadi nugget terhadap peningkatan pendapatan keluarga dan penanggulangan stunting di Desa Pabean. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode abcd (Asset Based Community Development) dengan pendekatan partisipatif, dengan melibatkan ibu-ibu kader Posyandu sebagai responden. Penelitian dilakukan dengan melakukan sosialisasi tentang pengolahan ikan kurisi menjadi nugget sebagai alternatif untuk meningkatkan pendapatan keluarga. Selain itu, penyuluhan juga dilakukan mengenai pentingnya gizi seimbang dan pola makan yang baik dalam mencegah stunting. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sosialisasi pengolahan ikan kurisi menjadi nugget memiliki pengaruh positif terhadap peningkatan pendapatan keluarga. Dengan adanya pengetahuan dan keterampilan dalam mengolah produk lokal ikan kurisi menjadi nugget, ibu-ibu kader Posyandu mampu mengembangkan usaha rumahan atau kolaboratif dengan kelompok wanita lainnya. Hal ini berdampak pada peningkatan pendapatan keluarga dan mengurangi tingkat kejadian stunting di Desa Pabean. Selain itu, peningkatan pendapatan keluarga juga berdampak positif pada kesehatan dan perkembangan anak-anak, sehingga dapat mengurangi tingkat stunting. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi dalam upaya penanggulangan stunting dan pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat di wilayah pesisi Probolinggo.
Strategi Komunikasi Dalam Pelayanan Masyarakat pada Anggota Kepolisian di Polres Klaten
Authors: Widyatmoko Karis , Wahyu Mulyono Ibnu Utomo , Ningrum Novita Kurnia , Umami Zahrotul , Andono Pulung Nurtantio
Published: March 2024

Keberadaan suatu organisasi atau institusi memiliki aspek yang perlu dicapai bersama seperti visi misi. Anggota organisasi perlu menyamakan persepsi dan langkah untuk mencapai tujuan bersama. Demikian juga dengan Polres Klaten sebagai institusi kepolisian membutuhkan adanya kesamaan persepsi dan tujuan dalam menjalankan tugas baik dalam internal kepolisian maupun eksternal untuk memberikan informasi dan melayani masyarakat. Untuk menjaga integritas Polres Klaten dalam menjalankan tugas dalam melayani masyarakat dibutuhkan adanya pengelolaan  yang efektif baik sehingga visi misi institusi dapat terus dijalankan sehingga tujuan bersamaa intitusi dapat diwujudkan. Salah satu hal penting dalam pengelolaan institusi adalah bagaiamana komunikasi dapat dijalankan secara baik, informasi dapat tersampaikan dengan utuh pada seluruh anggota polisi di Polres Klaten. Oleh karena itu dibutuhkan adanya strategi komunikasi yang tepat agar masalah yang disebabkann adanya penyampaian informasi yang buruk  dapat  diminimalisir.  Dengan  menerapkan  strategi  komunikasi  yang  tepat  diharapkan Polres Klaten diharapkan dapat mengantisipasi konflik internal anggota maupun eksternal dalam melayani masyarakat. Dengan demikian fungsi dan tugas dari masing masing lapisan jabatan dapat terlaksana dengan baik sehingga tujuan bersama di Polres Klaten dapat tercapai.
Pelatihan Operasional Bank kepada Guru-Guru SMK Bhakti Mulia Pare-Kediri
Authors: Sihotang Ellen Theresia , Rokhmania Nur'aini , Anggraeni Anggraeni
Published: March 2024

Pendidikan merupakan salah satu bentuk investasi jangka panjang yang harus memperhatikan kualitas. Peningkatan mutu pendidikan dapat diawali dari peningkatan kualitas pendidikan sehingga salah satu cara yang ditempuh oleh pihak manajemen SMK Bhakti Mulia adalah meningkatkan kompetensi para guru secara khusus guru-guru bidang perbankan, karena industri perbankan semakin berkembang dengan pesat. Berdasarkan hal tersebut maka tujuan dari pelaksanaan kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PkM) adalah untuk memberikan masukan pada pengembangan materi dan sarana pembelajaran kosentrasi perbankan SMK Bhakti Mulia. Metode pelaksanaannya menggunakan pelatihan dengan materi teori dan praktik. Materi teori terkait dengan perkembangan bank. Materi praktik menggunakan aplikasi operasional bank berbasis web dengan inputan transaksi garda depan. Jumlah peserta yang mengikuti pelatihan adalah delapan orang dan berlangsung di SMK Bhakti Mulia, Pare-Kediri. Kegiatan pelatihan secara langsung tersebut memberikan dampak yang positif bagi para guru dan berharap kegiatan PkM berkelanjutan dengan menjalin kerjasama berkaitan dengan materi dan media pembelajaran perbankan antara SMK Bhakti Mulia dan Universitas Hayam Wuruk (UHW) Perbanas.Â
Pelatihan Pembuatan Serbuk Jamu Instan di Kelurahan Karangrejo, Kecamatan Sumbersari, Kabupaten Jember
Authors: Dianasari Dewi , Puspitasari Endah , Nuri Nuri , Triatmoko Bawon , Muslichah Siti
Published: March 2024

Salah satu jenis olahan tanaman obat adalah dalam bentuk jamu. Salah satu sentra usaha produksi jamu tradisional dijalankan oleh ibu-ibu warga RT 02/ RW07 Lingkungan Kalikotok, Kelurahan Karangrejo, Kecamatan Sumbersari,Kabupaten Jember. Permasalahan yang dihadapi mitra yaitu produk jamu yang akan dibuang jika tidak laku pada hari tersebut, karena masa simpan jamu yang sangat singkat dan akan berubah rasa. Untuk mengatasi tersebut, maka perlu dilaksanakan kegiatan pengabdian berupa pelatihan diversifikasi produk olahan jamu berupa pembuatan serbuk jamu instan, cara pengemasan dan pemasarannya. Pelatihan dilaksanakan dengan metode demonstrasi langsung pembuatan dan pengemasan serbuk jamu jahe wangi instan, serta pemaparan materi tentang cara pemasarana yang efektif dan efisien.Kegiatan pelatihan dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan, mengatasi permasalahan mitra, dan juga dapat meningkatkan omset penjualan mitra, sekaligus meningkatkan kesejahteraan mitra. Kata kunci: serbuk jamu instan, jamu
Las tareas problematizadoras como propuesta para el desarrollo del pensamiento complejo
Authors: Álvarez Del Valle Lidia Vianey , Pérez Maya Coralia Juana , Lara Villanueva Rosamary Selene
Published: March 2024

Complex thinking seen more as a trend or the most current must be seen as a path towards the development of competences that can give tools to solve tasks/projects and these must be considered from the stage of preparation towards the profesional life, it means in the universitary studies; with that in mind the Community Networks Project for the Renewal of Teaching – Learning in Higher Education (RECREA) suggests the application of a guide for the preparation of instructional designs aimed at the development of complex thinking, the application of the research in teaching and the integration of information and communication technologies. Design problem-solving tasks within the instructional design, contribute to learning based on complex thinking and to the development of the competences described in the graduation profile and the objectives of the subjects; achieving educational experiences that are meaningful for learning.
PIRÂMIDE DE GLASSER APLICADA NO ENSINO A DISTÂNCIA
Authors: Pissuto Trevisan Fernando
Published: March 2024

Nos últimos tempos, a EaD tem sido impulsionada pelo o uso das novas tecnologias de comunicação o que favoreceu o desenvolvimento e a democratização do acesso à educação em diferentes níveis sociais, permitindo atender a uma grande demanda de alunos. O modelo da sala de aula simplesmente não atende as necessidades em transformação. É uma forma de aprendizagem essencialmente passiva, ao passo que o mundo requer um processamento de informação cada vez mais ativo.
Analisis Ragam Bahasa Guru dan Siswa dalam Interaksi Kelas di SDN 1 Kabunderan
Authors: Rizqina Adina Anisnaeni , Saddhono Kundharu , Suhita Raheni
Published: March 2024

This The research entitled "Analysis of Teacher and Student Language Variety in Class Interaction at SDN 1 Kabunderan" aims to describe the use of various languages ​​of teachers and students in the school environment of SDN 1 Kabunderan. This research method uses a qualitative descriptive method based on existing facts. Data obtained based on observations in the field. The results of research conducted at SDN 1 Kabunderan show that there are a variety of standard, official, relaxed, and familiar languages ​​used by teachers and students such as the use of mixed languages ​​of Indonesian, Javanese and English. The most dominant use of mixed languages ​​is the variety of Indonesian with Javanese ngapak, while the non-dominant use is found in the variety of Indonesian and English. The occurrence of various languages ​​is motivated by Javanese cultural factors, foreign languages, technological developments, social media developments, familiarity, and mutual respect.
PROBLEMS OF LANGUAGE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN GRADE 4 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Authors: Triastuti Atikah , Cicih Wiarsih
Published: March 2024

Developing language skills in fourth grade elementary school poses a complex problem due to several factors such as teacher quality, teaching methods, and the curriculum used. A literature study was conducted to identify the problems related to language skill development in fourth grade elementary school and find solutions. This literature study used a qualitative descriptive approach and collected data from various relevant journals. Based on literature analysis, it was found that the main problem in developing language skills in fourth grade elementary school is the lack of varied teaching methods implemented by teachers and limited resources for language skill development, as well as the need for better government and parental support to improve students' language abilities. To address these problems, several solutions are suggested, such as training to improve teacher quality, using varied teaching methods, and campaigns aimed at increasing awareness and participation of parents and government in supporting children's language skills.
DEVELOPMENT OF MOBILE AR APPLICATIONS AS A SCIENCE LEARNING MEDIA IN INCREASING JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS' INTEREST IN LEARNING
Authors: Supardi Supardi , Rezi Kuarta Putra  , Muhammad Iqbal  , Kornelius Toni
Published: March 2024

The solar system is a vast universe residing within a galaxy of galaxies in which it consists of celestial bodies circling a central solar system. celestial bodies contained in the solar system consists of the moon, asteroids, meteorids, comets, and planets in this study carried out the development of planetary recognition applications with augmented reality technology. in this application development using marker based tracking technology with waterfall method. based on the test results, the application can run on several smartphones that have different specifications. this application can be suitable to detect markers with room lights lighting 20 watts with a height of 10-40 cm.
CONTRIBUTION OF IMPLEMENTING K3 ASPECT TO STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES IN CLASS XI PMKR SUBJECTS, TKR DEPARTMENT AT SMKN 2 PAYAKUMBUH
Authors: Pratama Pinto , Dwi Sudarno Putra  , Fajar Maulana
Published: March 2024

This research is a mechanism regarding the Contribution of Implementing Aspects (K3) to Student Learning Outcomes in Class XI PMKR Subjects, TKR Department at SMKN 2 Payakumbuh. The application of K3 aspects in Vocational High Schools has a very big influence on students' practice learning outcomes, with the aim of creating maximum learning outcomes, there is an important connection with the application of K3 aspects. This research method is descriptive correlational research which aims to find out whether there is a relationship between K3 aspects and students' practical learning outcomes. In addition, to explain the research trial, there is a relationship between the application of occupational safety and health (K3) aspects to students' vocational learning outcomes. In the trial, there are several points that will be measured later, namely testing the validation of the trial questionnaire and testing the reliability of the questionnaire.
Environmental strategies and measures for redevelopment in Sha Tin District
Authors:   1.Kaiyuan E-commerce (Shenzhen) Co.,ltd. 2.Hong Kong Metropolitan University 3.Creative Publishing Co., Limited lichangkui@gmail.com, LI Changkui , LI Sophia ,   Pui Ching Middle School, Hong Kong  lisophiahk@gmail.com
Published: March 2024

This paper examines the environmental strategies and measures for redevelopment in Sha Tin District, focusing on the historical ecological balance, the impact of urbanization, and recommendations for sustainable redevelopment. It emphasizes the importance of conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), considering socio-economic factors, utilizing bioindicator organisms like tilapia for monitoring, and integrating chemical analysis for decision-making. The goal is to achieve sustainable cities and communities by promoting inclusive planning, economic diversity, environmental conservation, and resilience to natural disasters.
Features of the use of cognitive biases in native advertising
Authors: Glukhova Elena Sergeevna
Published: March 2024

The aim of the study is to detect cognitive biases embedded in native advertising articles and their hidden influence on the addressees in order to increase sales of their product. The identification of cognitive biases and the linguocognitive mechanisms behind them is aimed at combating manipulative practices in advertising and increasing awareness of a wide audience when perceiving advertising messages. This study is a development of the concept of effective communication and the technology of "Smart tuning". Cognitive biases in native advertising are chosen as the object of research, and the subject is the ways of verbalization of cognitive biases. The research material is selected from sponsored content articles in both Russian and English segments of online communication. The relevance of this research lies in the significance of analyzing native advertising in media discourse from the perspectives of cognitive linguistics within cognitive-discursive and biological approaches. The main research methods are the method of interpretation, the method of discourse analysis and random sampling statistical method. It is determined, that the use of cognitive biases to persuade addressees into making purchases is widespread in native advertising, particularly in the form of sponsored content. At least one cognitive bias was identified in 80% of the analyzed advertising articles. The following cognitive biases were identified: bandwagon effect, framing effect in various subclasses, authority effect, emotional reasoning, fear of missing out, narrative fallacy, halo effect, compromise effect, contrast and anchoring effect, confirmation bias, catastrophizing. These cognitive biases involve such linguocognitive mechanisms as framing, imagining in the form of intensification and positivization, focusing, inspiration, involvement in communication and in the game , pseudo-dialogue, personalization, spin doctoring, catastrophizing, which indicate a synergistic cognitive impact on the addressee.
Formation of modern English abbreviations in business and scientific communications and their translation into Russian
Authors: Kameneva Nataliia Alexandrovna
Published: March 2024

For completeness and accuracy of meaning, most of new concepts, both in Russian and in English, are expressed using phrases or compound words. But multicomponent terms, are often quite cumbersome. That is why there is a need to shorten terms and use abbreviations. The object of the study is the phenomenon of abbreviation of English terminology in business and scientific discourse. The subject of the work is the analysis of the structural and semantic features of the abbreviation lexical units, the ways of forming English-language abbreviations and their translation into Russian. The article uses comparative research method to compare complete terms and their abbreviations to identify structural and semantic transformations; method for analyzing semantic structure of abbreviations to establish their common and distinctive properties; method of contextual analysis to determine the degree of linguistic economy through the use of abbreviations and to identify differences between semantically similar abbreviations. The novelty of the research lies in the identification, analysis and generalization of ways of education and translation of English-language abbreviations in business and scientific communications. Inaccurate translation of abbreviations can change or distort the intended meaning. To transfer foreign-language abbreviations into Russian, such methods can be used as searching for a translation equivalent, full borrowing of an abbreviation, transliteration, transcription, translation of an abbreviation, translation of an abbreviation and creation of an abbreviation in the translating language, transcription of the letter-by-letter pronunciation of an abbreviation. Among the main difficulties of translating abbreviations are difficulties in identifying abbreviations and problems of their correlation with complete lexical unit, as well as the phenomenon of homonymy of terminological units. It is important to take into account the normalization of translated text and its compliance with literary and linguistic norms and cultural traditions of target language.
Assessment of the quality of poetic translation (based on the material of translations of British poetry into Russian)
Authors: Dondik Lyudmila Yurievna
Published: March 2024

The subject of the research in the article is the peculiarities of assessing the quality of translation of poetic texts. The object of the study is the translation of a poetic text as a complex multidimensional process. In this paper, we will be interested in criteria for evaluating the quality of translation of a poetic work, since a comprehensive assessment of the quality of a poetic translation remains an unresolved problem, and the need for such a procedure remains. The criteria for evaluating poetic translation mean such signs of high-quality poetic translation, on the basis of which a standardized assessment of any poetic translation can be made, for example, in the conditions of a translation competition. To develop evaluation criteria, the author examines in detail the difficulties of translating poetry. The results of a comparative analysis of original and translated poetic texts are analyzed on the basis of the selected criteria.   The work uses methods of directed sampling, comparative linguistic (phonetic, semantic, syntactic) analysis of parallel texts, linguistic and pragmatic analysis using elements of cultural and stylistic analysis, as well as quantitative data processing methods. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the fact that a method of analyzing a poem based on an assessment of the quality of poetic translation is proposed. The concept of the quality of poetic translation is clarified, criteria for a comprehensive assessment of the quality of poetic translation are formulated. A comparative analysis of parallel original and translated texts – works of British poetry and their translations into Russian, performed by professional translators, is carried out. The quality of a poetic translation can be the object of a comprehensive assessment, which is carried out using a number of criteria: the preservation of the original author's idea, composition and rhyme of a poetic work, the selection of appropriate equivalents by the translator, the absence of significant permutations, omissions and distortions, as well as compliance with the norms of the translation language. The criteria for a comprehensive assessment of the quality of poetic translation can be recommended to the organizers of translation contests to evaluate the works of the participants of the contests, as they reduce the effect of subjective factors in the analysis of quality and make it possible to rank translation options, identify the most qualitative of them.
Alle impfen jes, jes, jes ‒ Zum diskursiven Potenzial von Werbeslogans im deutschen Impf-Diskurs
Authors: Rada Roberta
Published: March 2024

Das Ziel des Beitrags ist, die diskursive Leistung von Werbeslogans der von der Berliner Agentur Antoni Ende 2021 in Deutschland initiierten Werbekampagne im deutschen Impf-Diskurs zu ermitteln. Die Analyse erfolgt vor dem theoretischen und methodologischen Hintergrund der linguistischen Diskursanalyse. Die diskursive Leistung der Impf-Werbeslogans besteht im Spiegel der Analyseergebnisse darin, dass sie zum einen die Wissensdomänen Wirtschaft und Politik im Impf-Diskurs verbinden, zum anderen den Impf-Diskurs bereichern. Indem sie inhaltlich relevante Wörter des Impf-Diskurses kontextualisieren, tragen sie zu einer bestimmten Art der Konzeptualisierung von Impfen/Impfung bei und bringen die Diskursposition einer spezifischen Diskursgemeinschaft zum Ausdruck.
Persuasion in Werbetexten: Inhaltliche Argumentationsstrategien in den Slogans der Kampagne zur Corona-Schutzimpfung
Authors: Mac Agnieszka
Published: March 2024

Im vorliegenden Aufsatz richte ich mein Augenmerk auf inhaltliche Argumentationsstrategien in den Werbeslogans. Die Grundlage meiner empirischen Untersuchung bildet die am 7. Dezember 2021 von der Berliner Werbeagentur Antoni gestartete Werbekampagne, in deren Verlauf zahlreiche Firmen und Institutionen unter dem Hashtag #ZusammenGegenCorona auf Social-Media-Kanälen und Internetplattformen mit ihren modifizierten Slogans zum Impfen aufriefen. Ich beginne mit einer theoretischen Reflexion über Werbung und Werbesprache sowie über den Slogan. Im Weiteren erläutere ich die Untersuchungsmethode. Ausgehend von der Argumentationslehre, präsentiere ich die Klassifikation von inhaltlichen Strategien der Argumentation, die von Janich (2013) zusammengestellt wurde und die Basis für meine Analysen bildet. Anschließend identifiziere ich die Argumentationsstrategien im ausgewählten Korpus, wobei die entsprechend modellierten Markenslogans der Impfkampagne im Mittelpunkt meines Interesses stehen. Die durchgeführte Argumentationsanalyse zeigt, dass die Art und Weise der Slogangestaltung eine besondere Aussagekraft hat, die über den reinen Inhalt hinausgeht, sich bestimmter persuasiv angelegter Botschaften bedient und in den sozialen Kontext eingebettet ist.
AMCFCN: attentive multi-view contrastive fusion clustering net
Authors: Xiao Huarun , Hong Zhiyong , Xiong Liping , Zeng Zhiqiang
Published: March 2024

Advances in deep learning have propelled the evolution of multi-view clustering techniques, which strive to obtain a view-common representation from multi-view datasets. However, the contemporary multi-view clustering community confronts two prominent challenges. One is that view-specific representations lack guarantees to reduce noise introduction, and another is that the fusion process compromises view-specific representations, resulting in the inability to capture efficient information from multi-view data. This may negatively affect the accuracy of the clustering results. In this article, we introduce a novel technique named the “contrastive attentive strategy” to address the above problems. Our approach effectively extracts robust view-specific representations from multi-view data with reduced noise while preserving view completeness. This results in the extraction of consistent representations from multi-view data while preserving the features of view-specific representations. We integrate view-specific encoders, a hybrid attentive module, a fusion module, and deep clustering into a unified framework called AMCFCN. Experimental results on four multi-view datasets demonstrate that our method, AMCFCN, outperforms seven competitive multi-view clustering methods. Our source code is available at https://github.com/xiaohuarun/AMCFCN.
Ancient and Medieval North Pole Stars
Authors: Mozaffari S. Mohammad
Published: March 2024

In this article, the identification in different civilizations and eras of some cir-umpolar stars as the north pole star are reviewed, the main principles behind and crucial considerations in the past for forming the criteria for north pole star identification are scrutinized, and some profound differences in ancient and medieval views of it are discussed. The point of departure is the identification of the north polar star in Euclid’s Phaenomena as the star HR 4646, and its identification in the Pahlavi Bundahišn and al-Ṣūfī’s Ṣuwar al-kawākib as HR 4893. Because of the inevitable transitory nature of the north pole star, the location of al-Ṣūfī’s north pole star in the manuscript tradition of his magnum opus during the centuries after him is also investigated in detail. A supplementary discussion is included on the confusion between two different entities—the pole of the celestial sphere and the pivot of an indigenous Arabic asterism envisioned as a millstone—in philological, lexical, and literary Islamic works, which chiefly stems from the vague terminology employed.
Most Orthodox Empire?
Authors: Maurer Moritz
Published: March 2024

This article explores a specific case of premodern social thought, the Middle Persian Zoroastrian system of estates, MP pēšagān, sg . pēšag, which originated in Sasanian Iran, and its link to the social position of priests in the empire. It is argued that Zoroastrian religious experts tried to impose a totalizing system of social organization and heuristic possibility in a situation characterized by competition for resources in a tributary society. Against a widely held belief, it will be shown that this system was only loosely based on an Avestan predecessor—an observation that should caution against broader attempts to project Middle Persian concepts onto the Avesta and vice versa. The findings also contribute to our understanding of the relationship between the Sasanians and the Zoroastrian tradition.
Possibilities at the Formative Stage of the Vernacular Chinese Novel
Authors: Jin Huan
Published: March 2024

This study centers on a valuable specimen of the early vernacular Chinese novel, San Sui pingyao zhuan, to explore dynamic possibilities at the formative stage of the Chinese novel. Close inspection of the physical aspects of the extant edition of the work suggests it is a reprint bearing traces of multiple earlier editions. The analysis of the obscure chuanqi play Si xi ji shows that the story tradition of “Three Sui quelling the rebels” already existed in the mid-sixteenth century. San Sui pingyao zhuan shares much common ground with early zaju drama, fifteenth-century cihua (chantefables), and pinghua (historical novels). Linking this novel with other early examples of popular literature that preceded or were contemporaneous with it, my study deepens our understanding of the formation of the early vernacular novel as well as the world of popular literature in which the novel was situated.
Review of Jñānapraśaṃsā: In Praise of Knowledge. Essays in Honour of E. G. Kahrs
Authors: Salomon Richard
Published: March 2024

Jñānapraśaṃsā: In Praise of Knowledge. Essays in Honour of E. G. Kahrs. Edited by Alastair Gornall. Studia Indologica Universitatis Halensis, vol. 22. Halle an der Saale: Universitäts-Verlag Halle-Wittenberg, 2022. Pp. 375. €118.
Review of Dialect and Nationalism in China, 1860–1960
Authors: Simmons Richard VanNess
Published: March 2024

Dialect and Nationalism in China, 1860–1960. By Gina Anne Tam. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2020. Pp. xiii + 261. $30.
Review of Literary Information in China: A History
Authors: Bizais-Lillig Marie
Published: March 2024

Literary Information in China: A History. Edited by Jack W. Chen, Anatoly Detwyler, Christopher M. B. Nugent, Xiao Liu, and Bruce Rusk. New York: Columbia University Press, 2021. Pp. xxxii + 638. $90.
Review of Childhood in Ancient Egypt
Authors: Garroway Kristine Henriksen
Published: March 2024

Childhood in Ancient Egypt. By Amandine Marshall. Translated by Colin Clement. Cairo: The American University in Cairo Press, 2022. Pp. xxxi + 266, illus. $70.
Review of Yahweh among the Gods: The Divine in Genesis, Exodus, and the Ancient Near East
Authors: Ackermann Susan
Published: March 2024

Yahweh among the Gods: The Divine in Genesis, Exodus, and the Ancient Near East. By Michael Hundley. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2022. Pp. xiv + 406. $99.
Effect of the Shoulder Symptom Modification Procedure on Pain and Kinesiophobia in Patients with Shoulder Pain: A Quasi-experimental Study
Authors: Kumar KU Dhanesh , Pruthviraj R , Davis Stephiya , Shenai Anusha , Daniel VK Paul , . Sriraghunath , . Pavana
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Shoulder pain, ranking third among musculoskeletal issues, hampers diagnostics due to test limitations. The present study explores the potential of the Shoulder Symptom Modification Procedure (SSMP) as an intervention. Influential factors in physiotherapy outcomes, including kinesiophobia, are linked to shoulder pain. A knowledge gap remains on the impact of SSMP on pain and kinesiophobia in individuals with shoulder pain, contributing insights to musculoskeletal interventions. Aim: To investigate the effect of SSMP on pain and kinesiophobia in patients with shoulder pain. Materials and Methods: A single-blinded quasi-experimental study was conducted in the Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy on 35 participants aged 40-60 years experiencing shoulder pain, recruited from R.V. College of Physiotherapy, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, over a six month period from February 2022 to July 2022. Pain was measured using the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and kinesiophobia was measured with the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK). The researcher, blinded to pre- and post-test results of TSK11 and NPRS, conducted a shoulder symptom modification assessment. The procedure’s response-guided treatment was administered twice a week for three weeks, with each session lasting 30 minutes. Pre-assessment of TSK-11 and NPRS was performed by an assessor, with the same assessor re-evaluating outcomes after three weeks. Data underwent statistical analysis using a paired t-test in R Software version 4.1.0, with significance attributed to results having a p-value <0.05. Results: The mean age of the study participants was 52±7.74 years. There was a significant reduction in NPRS from 7.54±1.146 to 3.74±1.70 post-intervention and TSK-11 scores from 27.20±5.12 to 23.17±4.83 in subjects with shoulder pain after three weeks of intervention. The study showed a significant improvement in pain (p<0.001*) and kinesiophobia (p<0.001*) in patients with shoulder pain. Conclusion: The SSMP was found to be effective in reducing pain and kinesiophobia in patients with shoulder pain. Further research should be conducted in the future, taking large samples and varied techniques into account for the identification of optimal strategies in improving health-related outcomes.
H3N2 Influenza Virus Pathogenesis, Transmission and Complications: A Narrative Review
Authors: Goradwar Vaishnavi Uttam , Anjankar Ashish Prakash
Published: March 2024

The recent outbreak of the influenza virus has grown to be a significant issue and a matter of great concern in terms of controlling the impending influenza pandemic. The influenza virus poses a serious threat as it directly infects and impairs the immune system reaction and the respiratory tract. The virus effectively produces infectious viral particles when haemagglutinin molecules are properly cleaved at the respiratory epithelium. The mode of transmission is via droplets from an affected case. The lungs, responsible for the vital exchange of gases, can fail due to various mechanisms, including the destruction of epithelial cells, significant degradation of the extracellular matrix, and airway obstruction. Influenza is a primary cause of severe pneumonia, but it can be accompanied by further bacterial infections, commonly involving bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae and S. aureus. Influenza infection increases the susceptibility to developing Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and bacterial sepsis. Both adults and children have a 30-50% chance of experiencing viral infections along with bacterial pneumonia. Notably, Influenza A virus (H3N2) influenza has been associated with a significant increase in admissions to intensive care units. Among the factors contributing to the development of ARDS, individuals between the ages of 36 and 55 years, pregnant women, and obese individuals are at a higher risk. However, infection with influenza viruses A (H3N2) or B, female sex, and influenza vaccination have been identified as protective factors against ARDS. Influenza infection increases the susceptibility to developing ARDS and bacterial sepsis. Disease progression can be limited by spreading awareness among the people about the factors responsible for transmission, clinical manifestations, and preventive methodologies.
Unraveling the Unusual Pathological Findings of Appendiceal Lesions: A Cross-sectional Study from Tertiary Care Centre in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India
Authors: Nagalingam Sangeetha , Rehana Fathima , Sigamani Karthik , Ahamed Kazzali
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The appendix, once considered a vestigial structure, is now recognised as a site of diverse pathologies beyond simple appendicitis through a systematic analysis of published literature and case studies. The diagnosis of appendiceal lesions is still a clinical phenomenon and a constant struggle. The gold standard for diagnosing appendiceal lesions, however, is meticulous histopathological examination. Aim: To determine the histopathological distribution of all the appendiceal lesions and to identify the rare and unusual histopathological findings in appendectomy specimens received at a tertiary care Centre. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Pathology at Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India for a duration of 10 years, from August 2013 to August 2023. From the histopathological records of 832 appendectomies, 40 specimens with unusual histopathological findings were identified and analysed in this study. Relevant recorded data from all the appendiceal specimens reported during the study period, with special reference to age, sex, and histopathological findings, were retrieved and evaluated retrospectively. Corresponding slides and specimens were reviewed. The data were presented in the form of frequency tables and percentages. The analysis was done using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software version 20.0. Results: Out of 832 appendectomy specimens, there were 485 (58.29%) cases of acute appendicitis, 244 (29.33%) cases of chronic appendicitis, 59 (7.09%) cases of subacute appendicitis, and 4 (0.48%) cases of gangrenous appendicitis. Unusual histopathology findings were noted in 40 cases (4.81%). These include 17 cases of appendiceal neuroma, eight cases of Xanthogranulomatous appendicitis, seven cases of Enterobius vermicularis, three cases of Low-grade Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasm (LAMN), one case of appendiceal Neuroendocrine Tumour (NET), one case of Goblet Cell Adenocarcinoma (GCA), one case of metastatic squamous cell carcinomatous deposit in the appendix, one case of urothelial rests in the appendix, and one case of appendiceal lipoma. Conclusion: In this study, 4.81% of patients had atypical appendiceal lesions. A complete histopathological examination of appendectomy specimens increases the chances of discovering unusual lesions of the appendix. Ultimately, this comprehensive analysis will contribute to future improvements in clinical management and prognostication, fostering better patient outcomes.
Assessment of the depth of the plastically deformed top layer in burnishing process of shaft using a ceramic tool
Authors: Paszta Piotr , Chałko Leszek , Kowalik Rafał
Published: March 2024

Burnishing is one of the most effective methods of improving the strength of the surface layer of shafts as a result of strain strengthening of the material. This article presents an analytical approach to determining the the depth of the plastically deformed top layer of shaft based on Belyaev's theory. Contact of two bodies with an asymmetric stress state was assumed. A classic (symmetrical) solution was also considered. The aim of the research was to compare the calculated values of the depth of the plastically deformed top layer determined using these two methods. The calculations considered burnishing of shafts with a diameter of 48 mm made of steel with a yield stress of Re = 450 MPa and Re = 900 MPa. A burnishing tool with a Si3N4 ceramic tip was used for burnishing. It was found that in the range of low contact forces, the calculated values of the depth of the plastically deformed top layer using the asymmetric solution and the classical method are similar. It was also found that the relationship between the depth of the plastically deformed top layer and the contact force can be explained by a power equation with an accuracy of R2 > 0.999.
Early Growth Response of Annona muricata (L.) Seedlings to Different Potting Media
Authors: Ibeh K. G. , Anozie E. L. , Osigwe C. C. , Umeh P.C.
Published: March 2024

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of Annona muricata under four different treatments of organic manure in a screen house.

Study Design:  The study was laid out in a completely randomized design (CRD) with four replicates.

Place and Duration of Study: The experiment was conducted in the Screen House of the Department of Forestry and Wildlife, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria, from March to August 2018.

Methodology: Four treatments of organic manure were applied to the seedlings of A. muricata, namely T1 (Topsoil + River sand (control)), T2 (sheep dung), T3 (decomposed sawdust) and T4 (cow dung). Data on plant height, leaf count, collar diameter, root length, and leaf area were collected and analyzed using analysis of variance and Duncan Multiple range test (DMRT) at 0.05 level of significance.

Results: The results showed that all the growth parameters improved with increasing time. Plant height and leaf count were significantly higher in T4 with mean values of 11.79c ± 0.29 and 4.58b ± 0.22, respectively, and T1 (11.25 ± 0.26 cm and 4.58 ± 0.22 respectively) and lowest in T3 (9.01 ± 0.24 cm and 3.74 ± 0.18 respectively). Leaf area was higher in T4 (10.87 ± 0.43 cm2) and lowest in T2 (8.55 ± 0.35 cm2). Root length and collar diameter were highest in T3 (17.15 ± 0.53 cm and 0.25 ± 0.03 cm respectively), root length was least in T1 (12.93 ± 1.72 cm), while collar diameter was lowest in T2 (0.21 ± 0.00 cm).

Conclusion: Cow dung potting media shows the greatest potential to promote robust vegetative growth of Annona muricata seedlings. Cow dung could be considered an accessible, affordable, and effective alternative to standard potting mixes for nursery propagation of A. muricata. These findings contribute valuable insights for optimizing plant growth practices in soursop cultivation.
Development and Evaluation of Physico-chemical Properties of Moringa-Woodapple-Karonda Mixed Jam
Authors: Pushpendra  , Mandge Harshad Madhavrao , Gangwar Shubham , Singh Anand
Published: March 2024

The present investigation was conducted to develop mixed jam using moringa leaf powder, wood apple and karonda fruit pulp. This research focuses on the standardization and evaluation of a unique mixed fruit jam comprising wood apple, karonda, and fortified with moringa leaf powder. The study initially standardized the wood apple and karonda mixed jam by blending their pulps in different proportions. Organoleptic scores were used to determine the most favourable blend, with WK4 (40% wood apple + 60% karonda) emerging as the preferred combination based on appearance, aroma, taste, mouthfeel, and overall acceptability. Subsequently, WK4 was utilized as the control for the development of moringa-based mix jam. The organoleptic evaluation of the moringa-based jam revealed a decrease in appearance scores with an increase in moringa leaf powder. However, taste and mouthfeel exhibited favourable scores, with WKM3 (95% Woodapple karonda blend + 5% Moringa leaf power) achieving the highest overall acceptability that include appearance, aroma, taste, mouth feel, texture and body of jam. The study also explored the physio-chemical properties of the treatments, including total soluble solids, titratable acidity, pH, ascorbic acid, total phenol, and sugar content. The statistical analysis was used Complete Randomized Design with six treatments and three replications in each. Notably, WKM6 (12.5% Moringa) demonstrated the highest gel and rupture strength, indicating a robust texture. The findings contribute to the development of innovative fruit-based products with enhanced nutritional profiles, emphasizing the potential of moringa as a valuable ingredient in mixed fruit jams.
Influence of Abiotic Factors on the Population Dynamics and Species Composition of Stem Borer Complex in Rice Ecosystem
Authors: Kumar Neeraj , Sharma Amit Kumar , Das S. B. , Bisen Uttam , Naveen  , Patnaik Subhashree
Published: March 2024

A field experiment was carried out at the Murjhad Research Farm, College of Agriculture, Balaghat in Madhya pradesh during Kharif 2022 and Kharif 2023 to ascertain the population dynamics of stem borer complex, their relative abundance and correlation with abiotic factors in order to propose ecologically and financially feasible measures. Results pertaining to the dynamics of species composition of stem borers of rice reveal that all the three species of stem borer of rice viz., yellow stem borer, Scirpophaga incertulas (Walker), pink stem borer, Sesamia inferens (Walker), white stem borer, Scirpophaga innotata (Walker) were prevalent during the crop season. The pooled data of the total population of stem borer complex observed during the 30th SMW was 8.0 larvae/ 20 hills attaining two peaks, the first peak during the 36th SMW (69.0 larvae/ 20 hills) and the second peak during the 42nd SMW (96.0 larvae/ 20 hills) and thereafter, the population started decreasing and reached 65.0 larvae/ 20 hills during the 43rd SMW and it disappears at the time of harvest. The per cent dead heart incidence was first observed during the 30th SMW (2.43% dead hearts) with its peak during the 36th SMW (14.84% dead hearts) and thereafter, it started decreasing and reached 5.06 per cent dead hearts during the 38th SMW and further, it disappears. The per cent white ears incidence was first observed during the 37th SMW (1.30 % white ears) with its peak during the 42nd SMW (21.52% white ears) and thereafter, it started decreasing and reached 9.24 per cent white ears during the 43rd SMW and further, it disappears. The pooled data revealed that a total of 654.5 larvae stem borer complex were observed throughout the crop growth. Among them, 467 larvae of Scirpophaga incertulas were observed comprising 71.35 per cent, Sesamia inferens population was 110.0 larvae comprising 16.81 per cent and Scirpophaga innotata population was 77.5 larvae comprising 11.84 per cent among the stem borer complex. The data revealed that population of Scirpophaga incertulas was found significantly positive correlated (r= 0.617) with sunshine hours and significantly negative correlated with minimum temperature (r= -0.553). The population of Sesamia inferens was found significantly positive correlated (r= 0.613) with sunshine hours. The larval population of Scirpophaga innotata was not found significant with any weather parameter.  The per cent dead heart was found significantly positive correlated with minimum temperature, morning relative humidity and evening humidity (r= 0.550, 0.662 and 0.633, respectively). The per cent white ear was found significantly positive correlated with maximum temperature and sunshine hours (r= 0.535 and 0.627, respectively) and significantly negative correlated with minimum temperature, morning relative humidity, evening relative humidity and evaporation (r= -0.658, -0.689, -0.703 and 0.819, respectively).
Residue Kinetics of Insecticide Pymetrozine in Rice Field Soil
Authors: Karmakar Subhrautpal , Kole Ramen Kr. , Pan Sayan , Sarkar Gairik , Mondal Partha Chandra , Horijan Biswajit
Published: March 2024

Soils are the most diverse and complex ecosystem in the world. In addition to providing humanity with 98.8% of its food, soils provide a broad range of other services, from carbon storage and greenhouse gas regulation, to flood mitigation and providing support for our sprawling cities. Therefore, protection of soil health from various pollutants including pesticides is important for its future sustenance.  The pesticide Pymetrozine widely used in rice fields for the control of aphids and whiteflies is also registered in India for crop protection in Paddy.  This study aimed to examine how long the pesticide Pymetrozine persists and how it breaks down in different types of soil in West Bengal. This research was conducted through laboratory experiments using LC-MS/MS at Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Nadia. Applied two doses of Pymetrozine and analyzed soil samples over 30 days. Pymetrozine levels decreased by 95-97% after 15 days and fell below detectable levels after 30 days. Dissipation followed first-order kinetics, with a faster rate in new alluvial soil compared to red lateritic soil. This difference could be due to variations in soil properties, like organic carbon content and water retention.
Agents of Pollination on Fruit Set of Piper nigrum L.
Authors: Pooja S.  , Sreekala G. S.  , Narayanapur V. B. , Sujatha V. S.
Published: March 2024

The role of agents on pollination and fruit set of Piper nigrum L. was carried out in the Department of Plantation Crops and Spices, College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Thiruvantha puram during 2017-2019. The role of wind, gravity, rain and dew were investigated and the data was analyzed on twenty-five inflorescences of field grown black pepper plants and twenty-five inflorescences of pot grown bush pepper plants. The fruit set was superior due to the influence of wind and gravity (95.99%) in pot grown bush pepper and it was 91.98 per cent in field grown black pepper vines. The percentage of fruit set due to wind in field grown black pepper and potted bush pepper was 77.67% and 59.39 % respectively. The role of rain water in the pollination also revealed higher fruit set of 92.76% under natural conditions. Insects which visited black pepper spike were foraging nectar and common visitors were yellow crazy ant, black garden ant and pollu beetle with visit rates of 1.79, 1.41 and 0.45 respectively. The small size of pollen with high pollen availability makes it suitable to be carried away by wind. The pendulous nature of the spike, the shedding of pollen, the pollen carried by the rainwater or dew down the spike can all contributed to pollination. Integration of more factors resulted in more fruit set. Characteristics of black pepper flowers studied revealed their adaptation for wind pollination and the pendulous nature of the spike makes it efficient to carry the pollen due to gravity as well as rain and dew for pollination. The role of insects in pollination in black pepper was precluded.