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Paulo Freire and Latin American pedagogy: the construction of a pedagogical identity
Authors: Streck Danilo Romeu
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACT The argument in this essay is that Paulo Freire's pedagogy represents both a consolidation of Latin American pedagogical thinking and the starting point for new developments in the area. The text is divided into four parts. In the first, an attempt is made to look at how Paulo Freire builds his vision of Latin America, with special attention to his time of exile in Chile. The second part deals with understanding the context of praxis at the time when the pedagogy of the oppressed was formed, highlighting the relationship with theology and social research. It follows the identification of sources of the pedagogy of the oppressed, exemplifying how Paulo Freire's work is constituted within a rich pedagogical tradition. Finally, in the fourth part, marks of Latin American pedagogy are highlighted, in which the presence of Paulo Freire is more evident. The conclusion points to perspectives for future research in the context of the follow up of the centenary of Paulo Freire's birth.
To educate what citizen? The conceptions present in the curriculum proposal for full-time schools in Paraíba
Authors: Rodrigues Ana Cláudia da Silva , Chagas Liliane Alves , Calabria Thiago Luis Cavalcanti
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACT This paper discusses the theoretical-practical conceptions of citizenship present in the curricular proposal of full-time state public schools in the state of Paraíba. The theoretical foundation was developed considering the contributions of authors from the fields of sociology and philosophy. Documentary research was carried out, based on the analysis of the issues that structure the curriculum model. The research findings were organized and interpreted based on content analysis and we used the technique of categorical analysis. After the investigation, we concluded that the Institute of Co-responsibility for Education, responsible for the conception, organisation, and management of the model, expresses an alignment of liberal tradition in the legal framework, in the Training Booklets, and in the concept of citizenship. We emphasize that there is a predominance of the understanding of diffuse citizenship and an orientation towards a passive practice in the program's guiding documents.
Genetic parameters and validation of microsatellite markers associated with iron and zinc in common bean
Authors: Carloni Poliana Regina , Souza Thiago Lívio Pessoa Oliveira de , Aguiar Marcelo Sfeir de , Melo Leonardo Cunha , Melo Patrícia Guimarães Santos , Pereira Helton Santos
Published: October 2023

Abstract The objective of this work was to estimate the genetic parameters, evaluate the agronomic performance, and validate the microsatellite molecular markers (SSRs) linked with quantitative trait loci (QTLs) for Fe and Zn concentrations in grains of common bean, in order to select superior lines. One hundred and sixteen lines from two populations ('BRS Requinte' × 'Porto Real' and 'BRS Requinte' × G2358) and five check genotypes were evaluated in three environments. The parents and lines were genotyped with 20 SSRs. In the simultaneous selection of the lines for the four evaluated traits, the gains from selection were 4.7% for Fe concentration, 2.8% for Zn concentration, 3.9% for yield, and 0.9% for 100-seed weight. Therefore, there is the possibility of selection of lines that combine desirable phenotypes for the traits of interest. The only polymorphic marker is BM 154 in the 'BRS Requinte' × 'Porto Real' population, indicating that the QTLs linked with the markers may already be fixed or that the markers are not associated in the used populations. The single-marker analysis of QTL mapping shows an association between BM 154 and Fe concentration in only one environment, explaining 14.5% of phenotypic variation, which indicates the occurrence of the interaction of QTLs with environments.
Genetic diversity of Xanthomonas phaseoli p v. manihotis populations using rep-PCR and VNTR molecular markers
Authors: Oliveira Laís Barreto de , Oliveira Saulo Alves Santos de , Moreira Ricardo Franco Cunha , Diamantino Maria Selma Alves Silva , Ramos Andresa Priscila de Souza , Soares Taliane Leila , Ferreira Claudia Fortes
Published: October 2023

Abstract The objective of this work was to evaluate the genetic diversity of Xanthomonas phaseoli p v. manihotis (Xpm) from eight populations from five cassava producing states in Brazil, through the rep-PCR (BOX-PCR and ERIC-PCR) and variable number of tandem repeat (VNTR) markers. Cassava leaves with symptoms of cassava bacterial blight were collected in eight municipalities, and the Xpm isolates were identified by amplification with primers specific for these isolates. The identity of the Xpm isolates was confirmed with the BOX-PCR, ERIC-PCR, and VNTR markers. The observed selection pressure, together with the mode of reproduction and the mechanisms that increase genetic variability, allows of the pathogen populations to adapt according to microclimate variation, contributing to a differentiated reproductive success. ERIC-PCR and VNTRs are the best markers for evaluating the genetic variability in the eight studied Xpm populations. However, ERIC-PCR is the marker that best separated the groups by population and presented a higher similarity between the isolates of the same population. The study of the genetic diversity of Xpm is key to improve disease monitoring and management strategies in cassava crops.
TRABAJO ACADÉMICO Y TRABAJO REPRODUCTIVO EN PANDEMIA. ANÁLISIS DE UNA UNIVERSIDAD PÚBLICA EN ARGENTINA
Authors: Lione Sacha Victoria
Published: October 2023

El objetivo del presente artículo se relaciona con explorar las características que adquirieron el trabajo académico y el trabajo reproductivo durante el aislamiento social, preventivo y obligatorio en el marco de la pandemia de COVID-19 en una universidad pública de Argentina. El enfoque utilizado en la investigación fue cuantitativo, con un diseño metodológico analítico no experimental, basado en un diseño de campo y un muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia. El mismo conllevó la aplicación de una encuesta, organizada en tres partes: información personal, trabajo académico-trabajo reproductivo e impacto del aislamiento estricto en la organización de la vida cotidiana. Se realizaron 119 encuestas con veintinueve preguntas cerradas y una abierta a docentes investigadores durante el mes de julio de 2020, en pleno contexto de pandemia. Como resultados del estudio, se determinó que el aislamiento y el trabajo desde el hogar implicaron una reconfiguración de la vida cotidiana y una profundización de las desigualdades persistentes. El aislamiento produjo una reestructuración del orden personal, familiar y laboral incrementando el tiempo dedicado al trabajo reproductivo y al trabajo docente. A la par, la angustia, la incertidumbre, las sobrecargas y la superposición de tareas, complejizaron las articulaciones entre trabajo académico y reproductivo.
Limit-state solutions for the active earth pressure behind walls rotating about the base
Authors: Perozzi David , Puzrin Alexander M.
Published: October 2023

Determining earth pressure-induced moments in the active limit state is critical for the safety assessment of retaining structures. While traditional design methods assume a Coulomb's resultant force acting at one-third of the wall height, the literature suggests that the earth pressure distribution depends on the failure mode. This paper presents a rigorous kinematic solution for the ultimate moment acting on a wall undergoing rotation about its base (due to bending failure or overturning). In addition, an approximate static solution is considered. These solutions give a good approximation to the ultimate load. While the kinematic solution is closer to the exact numerical solution, the approximate static solution provides a reliable conservative approximation for common geometric and soil parameters. Its advantage is that it has a closed-form formulation. The kinematic solution is successfully validated against experimental data and is further used to investigate the peculiarities of the rotational failure mode and to evaluate traditional methods. It is found that traditional methods are close to the rigorous solutions and, therefore, reasonably safe. A useful by-product of this study: the formulation of the kinematic solution is versatile and can be applied to various geotechnical problems involving rotation.
Desarrollo de la plataforma Rutia para la innovación y optimización en la gestión de procesos de transporte de pasajeros
Authors: Palencia-García Deivis , Cuevas-Rojas Luis , Marriaga-Barroso Angie , Martelo-Ching Ronald , Ovallos Gazabon David
Published: October 2023

Objetivo:  Presentar el desarrollo de Rutia, un ecosistema de soluciones tecnológicas que incluyen elementos de inteligencia artificial, y analítica de datos para administrar rutas en el transporte de pasajeros en modalidad empresarial, turística y de transporte escolar además de los contratos y otras operaciones involucradas. Metodología: Se desarrolló la solución tecnológica a través de tres (3) fases Diseño y ajuste de la plataforma Rutia, Desarrollo y validación de nuevas funcionalidades y Despliegue de la estrategia comercial. Este trabajo presenta los resultados de su validación en ambiente real de la solución con un grupo de cinco (5) early adopters, lo que permitió la retroalimentación y validación de las funcionalidades de la plataforma. Resultados: La solución permite la optimización e Integración con GPS, aplicativos Móviles, digitalización de información y reportes de interés para el sector. Conclusiones: En términos generales la plataforma cumple con las expectativas de los usuarios e impacta de manera positiva en la productividad de los vehículos (aumento promedio del 21%), lo que se refleja en la disminución de tiempos de ejecución de ruta (12% en promedio), disminución de costos de ruta (12% en promedio) e incremento del volumen de la operación y satisfacción de usuarios.
Autonomous navigation and indoor mapping for a service robot
Authors: Jimenez Builes Jovani Alberto , Acosta Amaya Gustavo , López Velásquez Julián
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Objective: Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) is a quite common and interesting problem in mobile robotics. It is the basis of safe autonomous navigation of mobile robots and the entrance to new combined applications with a manipulator for instance. Method: In order to find a solution to the SLAM problem, the ROS middleware and the MRPT were selected. Autonomous navigation was tested using two methods, the MRPT navigation ROS package, which is a reactive navigation method based on Trajectory Parameter Space (TP-Space) transformations, and the ROS navigation stack, a standard for differential drive and holonomic wheeled robots. Results: To validate the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches, a mobile robot with strong kinematic constraints (Ackermann-steering-type) known as Summit was used. As an additional work, an application using the mobile robot Summit and a robotic manipulator (Powerball) was carried out, with the intention of picking and placing objects of the mobile robot, a widely spread application among service robotics, especially, in the area of industrial logistics. Conclusions: Finally, it is concluded that with the tests carried out with the robot, it was possible to demonstrate autonomous navigation, using the two mentioned methods.
Functions and forms of implementation of judicial power in the russian legal doctrine
Authors: Adygezalova Gyulnaz , Faroi Tatyana , Kovalеva Viktoria , Yakovleva-Chernysheva Anna , Morozova Oksana
Published: October 2023

There is no unified understanding of the functions of the judiciary, as a rule in the Russian legal doctrine, the concepts of functions and forms of its implementation have not been differentiated, which predetermined the purpose of this study - to clearly delineate these concepts, considering the principle of separation of powers. The study was carried out using primarily dialectical, logical, and comparative methods of scientific knowledge. Research results are following: 1) the functions of the judiciary should be understood as the main directions of its implementation, manifested in its participation in the mechanism of state-power relations, including as a deterrent and counterbalancing factor for strengthening power by the legislative or executive branch to restore social justice; 2) justice should be recognized as a legal phenomenon that belongs to the category of legal means, because the judiciary protects the interests of legal entities, ensures the achievement of socially useful goals through justice; 3) all other types of judicial activity should be grouped into blocks of forms of implementation, depending on the directions of its manifestation in society. The function expresses the internal content of the phenomenon, in contrast to the form, which represents the external expression of the content, the way of its existence and implementation, while the concepts “forms of the implementation of the judiciary”, “powers”, “competence”, and “activities of the judiciary” should be recognized as synonymous.
El adolescente penalmente responsable: una perspectiva en línea con los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible
Authors: Cabrera Izquierdo Lorena Elizabeth , Mejia Turizo Jorge , Ferrer-Herrera María Angélica , Lastra Mier Roberto
Published: October 2023

El presente artículo tiene como finalidad realizar un abordaje sobre la normativa internacional y nacional aplicable al adolescente penalmente responsable, y su estrecha relación, en cuanto al aspecto preventivo, con los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible, especialmente en metas de paz, justicia e instituciones sólidas. Para tales propósitos se acudió a una metodología con enfoque cualitativo, deductiva, aplicando un paradigma hermenéutico y teniendo como técnica de recolección de información el análisis documental. En cuanto a resultados se encontró que  un desempeño eficaz en políticas de prevención de delincuencia juvenil puede consolidarse como un indicador de cumplimiento de metas de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (lease ODS), fundamentalmente las relativas a solidez institucional, paz y justicia, aunque como conclusión se expone que hace falta incrementar cualitativa y cuantitativamente los esfuerzos institucionales de autoridades colombianas para alcanzar concreción y materialización de instrumentos nacionales e internacionales de prevención al crimen, resocialización y protección integral, ello es analizado más allá de su simple visión correctiva, sino en su enfoque de atención plena, entendiendo desde las causas estructurales, que los adolescente no son en esencia victimarios, sino víctimas de un sistema que no brinda las condiciones para un crecimiento y formación integral.
Anthropometric and Physiological Predictors of Soccer Skills in Youth Soccer Players
Authors: Sanpasitt Chanawat , Yongtawee Atcharat , Noikhammueang Thitiwat , Likhitworasak Daranee , Woo Minjung
Published: October 2023

Study purpose. This study aimed at investigating the anthropometric and physiological characteristics that affect soccer skills in advanced-level youth soccer players.
Materials and methods. Ninety advanced youth male soccer players from the U-18 division 1 soccer club were enrolled to participate in this study. The participants were classified into three different positions: defenders, midfielders, and forwards. The anthropometric profiles (height, weight, and body fat) and physiological variables (Y-balance test, Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test Level 1, running-based anaerobic sprint test, sit-up test, countermovement jump test, drop jump test, arrowhead agility test, and 40-m sprint test) were assessed. Soccer-specific skills were measured using the Loughborough soccer passing and shooting protocol.
Results. The multiple regression analysis revealed a statistically significant relationship between physical factors and the Loughborough soccer passing ability (R2 = 0.291, F(15, 74) = 2.200, p = 0.015). The results indicated that the relative maximum power displayed the strongest association with passing ability, followed by sit-up, countermovement jump without and with arm swing, and fatigue index. Concerning the shooting performance, the predictors accounted for 21.8% of the variance, with sit-up being the sole significant predictor among other factors.
Conclusions. Our findings underscore the significance of relative maximum power, fatigue tolerance, muscular power, and core strength as valuable predictors for enhancing passing ability. In addition, abdominal strength emerged as a crucial indicator of shooting performance. Soccer coaches could use the essential information described in this study for talent identification purposes.
Relation between Start Reaction Time and Performance Time among Women Finalist Sprinters in the Olympic Games 2000 to 2020
Authors: Biswas Ankur , Bandyopadhyay Nita
Published: October 2023

Background. Success in sprinting events broadly depends on many factors. Among them, the reaction time at starting is one of the main factors that help sprinters get success by increasing their confidence and helping to avoid false starts.
Study purpose. The purpose of the study was to find out the relationship between reaction time and performance time among women finalist sprinters in six Olympic Games since 2000.
Materials and methods. Data were collected from 227 (n = 227) women finalist sprinters in the event of 100m (n= 47), 200m (46), 400m (43), 100m H (45), and 400m H (46) in 6 Olympic Games from 2000 to 2020, based on published official reports on worldathletics.org and olympedia.org websites. Data were considered from 227 samples from a total of 240 finalist women, where 13 were excluded because of a false start, being disqualified for doping, or failing to finish. Descriptive statistics, the Pearson correlation coefficient and simple regression analysis were used to determine the relationship between reaction time and performance time of the finalist women sprinters. The significance level was set at 0.05. Further Gaval’a 5-point scale was used to categorize the women sprinters based on their reaction times in five sprint events.
Results. The results showed that there was a low positive correlation between reaction time and performance time among the sprinters in the 100m (r = 0.369, p<0.05) and 100m H (r = 0.367, p<0.05) events, whereas no relation was confirmed in 200m, 400m and 400m hurdles among women sprinters who participated in 2000-2020 Olympics. The 5-point scale revealed that 33.48% of sprinters belong to the average category, while 25.99% are in the unsatisfactory category, and only 1.32 % and 16.74% are in the excellent and very good categories, respectively.
Conclusions. The current analysis concludes that there was a low positive relationship between reaction time and performance time of the finalist women sprinters only in sprint events of 100m and 100m hurdles during 2000 to 2020 Olympics, and the majority of the finalists belonged to the ‘Average’ category as per Gaval’a 5-point scale.
Small-Sided Games 5v5: Improving Aerobic Endurance of Youth Football Players
Authors: Bahtra Ridho , Tohidin Didin , Andria Yogi , Dinata Windo Wiria , Susanto Nugroho
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of small-sided games 5v5 on increasing aerobic endurance in football players. Materials and methods. This type of study is a quasi-experiment with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The population of this study was Gama Muda Football School (SSB) players in Pasaman Regency (Indonesia), totaling 60 persons. Sampling was performed using a targeted sampling technique, so the sample was determined to be a maximum of 20 individuals. The players’ endurance capacity was determined by measuring their VO2max capacity. The study used the Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test (Yo-Yo IR Test) as an instrument to obtain research data. Data analysis in this study used the mean difference test (t-test) statistical method. Before testing our hypothesis, we first performed a normality test using the Lilliefors test. Results. After hypothesis testing, the results obtained show the value of t-count (10.15) > t-table (1.729), indicating that small-sided games 5v5 training effectively improves the aerobic endurance ability of young football players. Conclusions. The results of this study demonstrate that small-sided games 5v5 training can improve the aerobic endurance of young football players.
Basic Volleyball Technical Skills for Students: Validity and Reliability
Authors: Jariono Gatot , Nurhidayat  , Sudarmanto Eko , Nugroho Haris , Maslikah Uzizatun , Budiman Indra Adi
Published: October 2023

Study purpose. The goal of this project is to provide a basic volleyball skill exam for Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta students enrolled in the Sports Education study program. Materials and methods. This work employed experimental techniques. They are testing the reliability and validity of fundamental volleyball skills for students between 18 and 24. For objectivity and validity, personal correlations are employed in data analysis, while reliability coefficients between classes are used in data analysis for reliability. The population and sample consisted of 114 students studying sports education in the first and third semesters, including 64 males and 50 females. Results. The validity value, r = 0.653, was highly significant. Additionally, the researcher’s score with tester 1’s assistance is r = 0.759, with tester 2’s assistance is r = 0.651, and the correlation coefficient between the results of assistant testers one and two is a high r = 0.686. The objectivity value of the result score for the volleyball skill instrument was r = 0.787 for the researcher and examiner one and r = 0.705 for examiner two. The correlation coefficient between assistant examiners one and two was high at r = 0.706. The motion reliability score for volleyball skills was high (r = 0.652). The volleyball skill reliability score had a very high result score of r = 0.872. Conclusions. Based on the study findings, it is clear that the accuracy test of fundamental skills is highly effective and efficient and merits being used as a benchmark instrument to assess the skills of volleyball. To improve volleyball playing abilities, further research involving various factors, including social environment, psychosocial factors, and physical condition factors by student characteristics, is necessary. However, caution is required due to the small sample sizes used in this study and the need to consider other variables.
Levodopa-induced dyskinesia mouse model v1
Authors: E Nielsen Beatriz
Published: October 2023

This protocol describes a mouse model of levodopa-induced dyskinesia (LID) and the behavioral assessment of its motor deficits. It includes open field locomotor activity and scoring of abnormal involuntary movements (AIMs).
Motor behavioral assessment v1
Authors: E Nielsen Beatriz
Published: October 2023

This protocol describes motor behavioral assays used to assess motor function in a 6-OHDA mouse model of Parkinson's disease. These assays include open field, rotarod, cylinder, and balance beam tests. Prior to each behavioral test, mice were habituated to the testing room for 30-40 min. All behavioral tests were performed 3-4 weeks following stereotaxic injections.
Rhetorical Moves, Intensification, and Mitigation in Motivation Letters for Acceptance into Graduate Schools in México
Authors: Urizar Ocampo Carolina , Velásquez Upegui Eva Patricia
Published: October 2023

The motivation letter is a promotional genre often requested for acceptance into post-graduate programs in Mexico. Even though universities and research centers provide some guidelines for its preparation, there is not a clear description of this genre's textual structure or of its pragmatic features. Given this situation, we developed a qualitative research study which aimed to describe the rhetorical movements and the use of intensification and attenuation mechanisms deployed by applicants to two post-graduate programs of two universities in Mexico in 30 motivation letters written in Spanish language. For the analysis, we used the ATLAS.ti 9 software. Findings show that four rhetorical movements characterize this genre, namely, (a) to explicitly state the reasons for applying, (b) to present the applicant's objectives, (c) to persuade the reader, and (d), to express future expectations. Meanwhile, intensification appears to be more common than attenuation, suggesting that the applicants strive to build a valuable self-image for the selection committee while keeping some degree of modesty, given the asymmetry in the reviewer-applicant relationship. This study highlights the importance of integrating this genre and its discursive features in the teaching of academic writing at universities, acknowledging the discursive characteristics of each disciplinary community.
Numerical modelling of myocardial infarction. II. Analysis of macrophage polarization mechanism as a therapeutic target
Authors: Voropaeva O.F. , Tsgoev Ch.A.
Published: October 2023

In this study, we explore the mechanism of macrophage polarization and its significance in the development of large-scale infarction with favorable outcomes, using a minimal mathematical model of aseptic inflammation dynamics. The problem is considered in the local approximation and in the two-dimensional non-stationary formulation. The study aims to address the pertinent problem of analyzing general principles governing macrophage polarization in the context of devising therapeutic strategies and refining the "therapeutic window". Key trends are identified to enhance the effectiveness of macrophage polarization for therapeutic purposes, along with providing approximate estimations of optimal macrophage interventions that yield organ-preserving and regenerative effects. Our findings reveal that M1/M2 macrophage polarization results from an additive interplay of at least two mechanisms - cytokine-dependent activation and reprogramming of activated macrophages. Furthermore, our modeling data demonstrate the pivotal role of macrophage reprogramming as a direct response to microenvironmental changes, facilitating favorable disease progression and its outcomes. Moreover, we establish that the process of macrophage polarization plays a crucial role in localizing focal inflammation, leading to the formation of the infarction core within finite dimensions and quasi-stationary structure at the periphery, comprising immune cell clusters. The modeling results exhibit qualitative and quantitative agreement with the experimental data. Importantly, the computational experiments results align with the majority of laboratory and clinical studies, emphasizing the therapeutic potential of macrophage polarization management as a promising treatment strategy. The paper is a follow-up of the previously published work series, devoted to the study of spatial and temporal aspects of the inflammation and death processes development in heart muscle cells.
Hybrid Multistep Block Method for Solving Neutral Volterra Integro-Differential Equation with Proportional and Mixed Delays
Authors: Ismail Nur Inshirah Naqiah , Abdul Majid Zanariah
Published: October 2023

The neutral Volterra integro-differential equation with proportional and mixed delays (NDVIDE) is being solved by a newly proposed technique in numerical method, namely, the two-point one off-point block multistep method (1OBM3). The method is also known as a hybrid multistep block method. Subsequently, Lagrange interpolating polynomial is utilized in order to develop the hybrid block method. The foundation of the technique is taken from predictor and corrector formulae. The proposed method will solve NDVIDE in two steps simultaneously, with three predictor formulae including one off-point. The NDVIDE problems are solved via the constant step size technique. In order to solve the integral and differential parts of the problems, two alternative numerical approaches are applied. The differentiation part is approximated by deriving the divided difference formula, while the integration part is interpolated using composite Simpson’s rule. Note that the proposed method has been analysed thoroughly regarding its order, consistency, zero stability and convergence of the method. The stability region for 1OBM3 has been constructed based on the stability polynomial obtained. Consequently, numerical results are presented to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method, 1OBM3.
Composite of Titanium Dioxide Nanotube and Cobalt Sulfide for Photoelectrochemical Application
Authors: Rambey Mustafid Amna , Moridon Siti Nurul Falaein , Arifin Khuzaimah , Minggu Lorna Jeffery , B. Kassim Mohammad
Published: October 2023

TiO2 nanotubes (NT) offer several advantages over other geometries for photoelectrochemical (PEC) applications. However, their performance in PEC water-splitting application has remained unsatisfactory due to its wide bandgap. To address this limitation, one approach is the incorporation of other materials as co-catalysts. Hence, in this study, a composite of TiO2 NT and cobalt sulfide (CoxSy) was successfully synthesized, and its potential as a photoelectrode for water molecules splitting was evaluated. The TiO2 NT was synthesized using electrochemical anodization of Ti foil, followed by annealing at 500 °C. Subsequently, CoxSy was added to the TiO2 NT using hydrothermal method, and the composite was further annealed at 400 °C. Characterization technique, such as FESEM and XRD were employed to identify the morphological and phase structures, while UV-Vis reflectance spectroscopy was used for optical analysis. The efficiency of CoxSy deposited on to TiO2 NT were evaluated by measuring the photocurrent generation. Remarkably, the sample of 60_CoxSy/TiO2 NT exhibited photocurrent as high as 0.375 mA/cm2 which is over sixfold higher than the bare TiO2 NT. The results reported in this study were higher than those reported previously.
An Empirical Study of Workers' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) Regarding Safety Risk Across Demographic Factors and Active BBS Organizations: A Factorial Manova Approach
Authors: Saedi Ali Mohammad , Isa Zaidi , Salleh Siti Sarah Binti
Published: October 2023

Construction is a high-risk sector, and construction workers engage in several activities that may expose them to grave risks. The conduct and qualities of workers may influence their awareness of workplace health and safety. Consequently, the purpose of this study was to investigate the knowledge, attitude, and practise (KAP) of employees regarding occupational safety in relation to individual characteristics and the interaction of the BBS programme at Malaysian construction sites. The one-way and two-way tests of multivariate analysis of variance were performed. Findings showed significant disparities in mean KAP scores across employee characteristics in relation to safety issues. Furthermore, the relationship between the BBS programme and personal characteristics was important in terms of employee safety attitudes and practises at the analysed construction sites. Enhancing safety (KAP) reduces employees' divergent perceptions of workplace health and safety while simultaneously enhancing safety behaviour.
Conflict Situations in Secondary Educational Institutions: Needs of Adolescents and Adults around Them According to the Results of Sociological Research
Authors: Lyalina I.N. , Zolotova A.M. , Rusakova M.M.
Published: October 2023

This paper aims to clarify the current situation and identify difficulties in conflict resolution involving adolescents in the secondary educational institutions of the Russian Federation. The results of the empirical research obtained with four samples are presented: students being teenagers (N=136438, aged 14-17), parents of teenagers aged 12-17 (N=123870), teachers (N=41299), professionals working with teenagers (N=40052). The study was conducted by means of an online survey, for which 4 target-group-oriented instruments were developed. Due to the lack of a unified algorithm for resolving conflict situations in educational institutions, relevant information on the participants of conflicts, ways of resolution, reasons for not seeking help from adolescents, requests from parents, teachers and specialists, as well as difficulties encountered in the process were identified. Recommendations on the implementation of measures to resolve conflicts involving adolescents are derived. The obtained data can be used to improve the processes of conflict resolution in educational institutions and to develop a document regulating the algorithm of actions when conflicts occur with the participation of teenagers in educational institutions.
Geopolitical luck or crisis?:Communicating China’s Built and Road Initiative amidst South China Sea Dispute
Authors: Jim Duran
Published: October 2023

As the maritime dispute in the South China Sea (West Philippine Sea) continues, this paper speculates on the possible outcomes of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's sustained commitment to have stronger trade ties with China by participating in the Built and Road Initiative (BRI). During Chinese President Xi Jinping's official visit to the United States last year, 29 bilateral agreements were inked. When it comes to military, security, law enforcement, maritime cooperation, transnational crime, and other issues, China, Asia's biggest economy, has both agreements and worries. Even if mistrust in Asia's economic superpower is growing due to debt trap concerns and a maritime dispute, there is still hope for achieving the American goal of financial security because of the government's cooperative influence on China's power aspirations. Although estimates on total investments differ, Chatzky and McBride (2019) cite Morgan Stanley as saying China's entire costs throughout the duration of the Built and Road Initiative (BRI) might reach $1.2-1.3 trillion by 2027.

In conclusion, the Philippines and other Southeast Asian nations need to have room for conversation and cooperation in order to construct shared progress. According to Gou and Yang (2017), it is clear that all Asian nations want to maintain cordial ties with China. China's US$40 billion funding schemes, via the 21st century Maritime Silk Road, may accelerate regional infrastructure development and integration, and there are strong cultural and people-to-people links. The economy and increasing middle class provide significant prospects.
The Effect of Hyperthermia on the Immune Response of Vannamei Shrimp Infected with IMNV
Authors: Irvan Firman Syah Za  , Azam Bachur Zaidy  , Ketut Sugama  , Angela Mariana Lusiastuti  , Fitriadi Ren
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of hyperthermia on the immune response of shrimp infected by IMNV. Vannamei shrimp were challenged with IMNV and reared at temperatures 30ºC (Sk30), 31ºC (S31), 32ºC (S32) and 33ºC (S33) repectively. The temperature of shrimp without IMNV infection was 300C as control. During the study, shrimp immune response measurements were Total Hemocyte Count (THC), Differential Hemocyte Count (DHC), Respiratory Burst (RB) activity and Phenoloksidase (PO) activity. Generally, the results showed that the response of shrimp decreased along with hyperthermic condition. Shrimp infected with IMNV, decreased immune response especially at temperatures of 32ºC and 33ºC.
Crop Security Model for Improvement in Agricultural Productivity Using Iot: Smart Farming
Authors: Pramodhini R  , Surekha M  , Sidramayya S M
Published: October 2023

Most of the time in agriculture field, crops ravaged by local animals that leads to huge losses for the farmers. It’s very difficult for farmers to barricade entire fields and monitors continuously. Here the crop protection system model is developed for the farmers to prevent the crops from the animals. The model adopts the Arduino Uno based system and uses wired security that gives the shock to animals if they are approaching the field. The fire sensor is also used in the model to detect fire issues. In such situations, the microcontroller will turn ON the motor if there is a fire that interns intimate the farmers through mobile application. The temperature sensor and humidity sensors are also used in the model to provide the details of temperature and soil moisture of the field. The experimental values obtained by the model ensure complete safety of crops from animals and from fire thus protecting the farmer’s loss. In addition, mobile applications are also developed to provide the details of parameters such as temperature, moisture, water levels to farmers.
COMPARISON OF SILAGE COMPOSITIONS OBTAINED FROM SOWN GRASSES AND NATURAL MEADOW GRASS IN FARM BĒRZI AND FARM LAIMĪTES
Authors: Kolneja Vilma , Cimermane Inese , Kaša Marlinda
Published: October 2023

The paper deals with the methods of improving animal husbandry feed rations in two different farms. Forage quality in herd has enormous impact on methane production all over the world, so it is important to find ways to decrease these numbers and also increase the productivity of the whole herd. As a result of research, the chemical composition of the different kind silage of sown grasses and natural meadows will be clarified and proposals are developed for improvement the quality of feed for herd productivity increase.
IInformation-reference system on human brain development
Authors: Proshchina Alexandra E. , Dremin Yevgeniy М. , Kharlamova Anastasia S. , Otlyga Dmitriy A. , Godovalova Olga S. , Krivova Yuliya  S. , Grushetskaya Evgeniya O. , Saveliev Sergey V.
Published: October 2023

BACKGROUND: Available information on the intrauterine maturation of the human brain is fragmentary; thus, the systematization of these data in the form of an information-reference system is needed. A modern solution would be the creation of a multimodal digital atlas, which would combine images of the developing brain at the macromorphological, tissue, and cellular levels.
AIM: This study aimed to create a prototype of an informational reference system on human brain development, incorporating a digital multimodal atlas with the ability to view specific brain regions.
METHODS: The creation of a prototype informational reference system on the prenatal morphogenesis of the human brain involved the following stages: researching the subject area, developing an informational model, defining automation tasks and functionality of the information system, selecting hardware and software tools, testing, and analyzing the results.
RESULTS: A prototype of the informational reference system “Human Brain Development Atlas” was developed, consisting of three main blocks for each ontogenetic stage: (1) description of the brain development stage, which includes a macroscopic description of the brain structure, an overview of key morphogenetic events, and galleries with hematoxylin and eosin-, Nissl-, and Mallory-stained sections; reference atlases, which contains annotated maps of brain sections at different stages of prenatal ontogenesis; and 3) immunohistochemical atlases, which provides data on the developmental translational profile of brain cells. Currently, some materials are already available on the project website: https://brainmorphology.science/ru/
CONCLUSIONS: Modern information technologies can be used for data collection and processing on the prenatal morphogenesis of the human brain. The creation of an informational reference system on the prenatal morphogenesis of the human brain can contribute to the development of new methods for early diagnosis and treatment of various nervous system disorders.
The data presented in this article were previously published in English in “Life” (doi: 10.3390/life13051182) and are published in “Morphology” in Russian with the consent of the authors and copyright holders and in accordance with the terms of the CC BY license of the primary article.
Power of community in “Engage for Equity PLUS” for strengthening equity-centered patient and community engaged research in academic health centers
Authors: Wallerstein Nina , Sanchez-Youngman Shannon , Dickson Elizabeth , Adsul Prajakta , Muhammad Michael , Akintobi Tabia Henry , Holliday Rhonda , Hoffman LaShawn , Grant Howard , Kottke Melissa , Rosas Lisa Goldman , Patel Anisha , Espinosa Patricia Rodriguez , Duron Ysabel , Gay Starla , Mendoza Jason A. , Briant Kathy , Ceballos Rachel , Carosso Elizabeth , Mapes Diane , Hempstead Bridgette , Nguyen Tung
Published: October 2023

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A Capsule Attention Network for Plant Disease Classification
Authors: Kalpana Ponugoti , Anandan R.
Published: October 2023

The identification of plant diseases is one of the most essential and difficult concerns in agriculture, necessitating solutions with a brighter light. With the onset of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) algorithms have aided farmers in identifying and classifying plant features with a high degree of intellectual precision. However, accurate disease classification in plants is essential for empowering farmers to cultivate more and produce more. This study therefore presents a unique assembly of attention, capsule, and feedforward classification layers for reaching the maximum classification accuracy for plant diseases. The proposed system uses user-defined customized Convolutional Transfer Learning networks (CTLN) to extract features and the attention networks exclude unnecessary features and highlight only critical features for classification. Finally, the selected characteristics are sent to the Feedforward Capsule networks to improve performance. This paper proposes a paradigm that overcomes the constraints of existing deep learning networks and drastically decreases the computing burden. The suggested network is thoroughly evaluated utilizing Plant Village databases containing over 50,000 photos of healthy and diseased plants. The performance metrics of the proposed method are evaluated and compared to those of other learning networks. Compared to previous models, experimental results indicate that the proposed model has a 99.8 percent accuracy rate, lending support to the new categorization method that benefits farmer well-being.
Los comités de ética de investigación en la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires: a catorce años de la implementación de la Ley 3301
Authors: Quattrucci Cecilia , Pereira Andrés Martín , Galletti Agustina L. , Scolaro Luciana B. , Pastori Lucila A. , Sandez Verónica M. , Barceló Fabio O.
Published: October 2023

El presente artículo se propone analizar el proceso de implementación de los comités de ética en investigación en la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, cuya conformación se observa en el marco de un proceso histórico de implementación de políticas de investigación en salud a nivel nacional y jurisdiccional. Desde un enfoque de investigación cualitativo, observacional y de corte transversal, se realizó un relevamiento de fuentes secundarias de información pública, y entrevistas semiestructuradas y en profundidad a integrantes de los comités de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires. Los resultados se presentan agrupados en tres ejes: 1) la conformación de los comités de ética en investigación; 2) procesos de trabajo, haciendo hincapié en el impacto de la pandemia de covid-19; y 3) obstáculos y propuestas, que se focaliza en las mejoras identificadas por sus integrantes.
Para o estudo da Gramática Especulativa em Portugal na Idade Média: as fontes dos Notabilia Alcobacenses (1427)
Authors: Fernandes Gonçalo
Published: October 2023

O tratado metalinguístico latino-português mais importante da Idade Média permanece inédito, devido principalmente à sua dificuldade de leitura, grande número de fólios e complexidade temática. Pertenceu ao mosteiro cisterciense de Alcobaça e hoje à Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal, códice Alc. 79. O manuscrito apresenta o incipit “Hic incipiunt notabilia que fecit cunctis” e é comummente conhecido apenas por Notabilia [coisas dignas de nota]. Trata-se de um volume bastante elaborado, copiado (talvez) por duas mãos e está dividido em 31 capítulos. O texto identifica várias fontes principais, como Donato (meados do século IV), Prisciano (finais do século V e início do século VI), Alexandre de Villedieu (c.1170- 1250), Giovanni Balbi da Genova (fl.1286-1298), e dois gramáticos pré-modistas ou especulativos, Pierre Helie (c.1100-post-1166) e Robert Kilwardby (c.1215-1279), mas pode, eventualmente, ter outras fontes não assumidas, como as grammaticae proverbiandi catalã-aragonesas (século XV) e os Notabilia in Grammaticam do italiano Giovanni da Soncino (? -c.1363).
Apresentação
Authors: Molina Márcia Antonia Guedes , Andrade Maria Lúcia da Cunha Victorio de Oliveira
Published: October 2023

Apresentação ao Número Especial em homenagem à Leonor Fávero,
Comparative Effectiveness of Combined Lumbar- Para Sacral Nerve Block and Spinal Anaesthesia on the Pain Intensity and Duration of Anaesthesia in Patients with Tibial Fracture
Authors: Mokarram Dori Mehrdad , Tafti Fateme Dehghan , Bameshki Alireza , Ziaee Maliheh
Published: October 2023

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of combined lumbar plexus– para sacral nerve block (LP/NB) and spinal anaesthesia (SA) on the duration and intensity of postoperative pain in patients with Tibia fracture requiring surgery.
Methods: In this clinical trial, 40 patients with tibial fractures requiring surgery, who were admitted to a referral hospital in north-eastern Iran from 2020 to 2021, and randomly subjected to LP/NB or spinal anaesthesia. Pain intensity and duration of anaesthesia in the two groups were compared based on a numerical rating scale within 4, 6 and 12 hours from the induction of anaesthesia. Clinical demand for analgesics following surgery was also recorded. Data were statistically analysed with IBM SPSS.
Results: The mean age of participants was 37.4 ±14.4, with 29 (72.5%) and 11 (27.5%) male and female patients, respectively. There were no significant differences in age and sex ratio between the two groups. The mean pain intensity within 4 hours from surgery was lower in the LP/NB group, however, this difference was not statistically significant (p-value: 0.054). Likewise, there were also no significant differences between the values reported for 6 (p-value: 0.303) and 12-hour (p-value: 0.523) post-surgery pain intensity for each group. Overall, the mean pain intensity at any given time was not significantly different between the two groups of LP/NB and SA (p-value: 0.671).
Conclusion: There was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of mean pain intensity at 4, 6 and 12 hours after the onset of the block. No side effects were observed in any of the patients.