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Pantheistic Views on God and on the World bу Friedrich Wilhelm Joseph Schelling
Authors: Lutsenko V. E. , Ivashko N. N.
Published: October 2021

An attempt is made to consider in more detail the pantheistic views of the German philosopher Wilhelm Joseph Schelling on God and the world. His teaching is based on the idea ofthe all-unity ofbeing. God and the Universe are identified in his system, thereby affirming his highest reality. Proclaiming the identity of God and the world, Schelling does not mean the real world of concrete things and phenomena, but its absolute fundamental principle. But such identification was the relegation of God to the level of finite existence. It was necessary to look for new ways to solve the proЬlem.
Hydro-dissection of Dorsal Scapular Nerve for Neuropathy Post Radical Neck Dissection and Radiation: A Case Report
Authors: Murugesan Anand , Raghuraman M. S. , Chilukuri Srinivas , Raja Thirumalai
Published: October 2021

Neuropathy of dorsal scapular nerve (DSN) following neck dissections or radiotherapy has not been reported so far nor has its treatment in the form of hydro-dissection. Hydro-dissection of nerve under ultrasound guidance has been receiving more attention in the recent past and it is a minimally invasive procedure. We report here a case of neuropathy of DSN following radiotherapy in a patient for whom we could at least provide pain relief as a palliative measure during his last 6 months of life.
Power Outage Sensing Device based on IOT for Service Quality Evaluation in the PLN Distribution System
Authors: Fauzi Adryan Fahri Zul , Kiswantono Agus , Saidah Saidah
Published: October 2021

In overcoming electrical disturbances, PLN implements an equipment protection system that aims to reduce the areas experiencing power outage. However, this protection system has not been integrated with the SCADA system. As a parameter to maintain customer service continuity, PLN uses customer-based indexes, i.e., the Customer Average Interruption Duration Index (CAIDI) and Customer Average Interruption Frequency Index (CAIFI). In the calculation of those index values, the record of power outage occurrence at PLN is still not accurate because the duration and frequency of power outage based on customer complaints. In this study, a Power Outage Sensing device is installed on the secondary distribution system transformer 380/220 which can ensure the location, record the frequency and duration of power outage and serve customers in real time based on IOT using WEMOS D1 and optocoupler sensors which can then be accessed on a web. In its implementation, all power outage is recorded in the database and can be accessed on the web interface. This device can speed up the recovery of disturbances in the system after an outage and perform accurate CAIDI and CAIFI index calculations as customer service evaluations.
Designing a Firing Control System on S-60 57mm Cannon
Authors: As'ad Kurnia Gunadi , Setiawan Rachmad , Rameli Moch
Published: October 2021

The firing system on the S-60 57mm cannon uses the foot of the cannon crew, which is very dangerous with the position of the crew on top of the cannon when firing. So, a firing system that can be remotely controlled by a computer is required. The design of the S-60 57mm gun firing control system uses a personal computer (PC) as the firing command input, with data communication using WiFi received by the Atmega8535 microcontroller as a voltage regulator for solenoids. The solenoid has a tensile force to drive the hydraulic system where the actuator functions to drive the firing cylinder. Accelero sensor MMA7361, as a variable controller in firing, provides input data simulating the tilt position of the cannon, the position of the 0g sensor is simulated by the cannon in a balanced position. From the test results, there is a difference in sensor designation data with arc angles i.e., angle X by 2.83 degrees and angle Y by 1.86 degrees. The magnetic field produced by the solenoid 0.53 T can attract a maximum load of 20 kg. By changing the distance ratio of mechanical lever to 39.11 cm and 8.89 cm, the solenoid can drive an 88-kg firing cylinder.
Is there a Link between Preterm Birth and In Utero Exposure to Climate Change?
Authors:   Department of Fundamental Disciplines and Clinical Prevention, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania, ED Panait , C Balaceanu-Stolnici ,   Anthropological Research Center, The Romanian Academy, Romania, CS Glavce ,   Anthropological Research Center, The Romanian Academy, Romania, MA Moga ,   Department of Medical and Surgical Specialtie, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania, D Festila ,   Department of Odontology, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania, M Irimie ,   Department of Medical and Surgical Specialtie, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania, NF Bigiu ,   Department of Fundamental Disciplines and Clinical Prevention, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
Published: October 2021

Aim: The aim of this study is to clarify if there is a link between preterm birth and temperature as a climate factor. Our study comes after a long period of clinical experience that rose the suspicion of a possible correlation between temperature variation and peaks of premature births. Materials and method: We conducted a retrospective study on the number of births registered at the “Dr. I.A. Sbarcea” Clinical Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Brasov in 2018 and 2019. Data related to premature birth was further correlated to climate information regarding Brasov area obtained from the National Administration of Meteorology, Romania and to results of fertility statistics made publicly available by the Romanian National Institute of Statistics. Results: Our study group included 99 premature births registered at “Dr. I.A. Sbarcea” Clinical Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Brasov in 2018 and 127 in 2019. The premature birth rate peaks in August for both years of study: 2018 and 2019. Statistical data processing shows there is significant correlation between in utero exposure to extreme temperatures and registration of peaks of premature births. Conclusion: Recognizing a pattern of the raise in the premature birth rate may help the healthcare system to cope with the increased demands of the pediatric care units in time periods marked by specific climate context. Easy recognition of climate conditions that can consequently lead to a peak in the rate of premature birth can be useful for medical staff and patients.
Great Toe Anatomy
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston Salem, NC, USA, MA King , BD Vesely ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston Salem, NC, USA, RD Teasdall ,   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston Salem, NC, USA
Published: October 2021

In conclusion, hallux abductovalgus is a common deformity of the forefoot that has complex implications on the biomechanics and gait of patients. Understanding the anatomy and physiology behind this deformity is essential when creating conservative and surgical treatment plans.
Valproic Acid (VPA) in Combination with Knockdown of AKT3 and PI3KCA Genes Inhibits Proliferation, Induces Apoptosis and Autophagy in T98G and U87MG Glioblastoma Multiforme Cells
Authors:   Department of Medical Genetics, School of Pharmacy in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland, M Paul-Samojedny , E Liduk ,   Department of Medical Genetics, School of Pharmacy in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland, P Borkowska ,   Department of Medical Genetics, School of Pharmacy in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland, M Kowalczyk ,   Department of Medical Genetics, School of Pharmacy in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland, R Suchanek-Raif ,   Department of Medical Genetics, School of Pharmacy in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland, A Zielinska ,   Department of Medical Genetics, School of Pharmacy in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland, J Kowalski ,   Department of Medical Genetics, School of Pharmacy in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
Published: October 2021

Purpose: Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM) is a heterogenous and highly vascularized brain tumor that avoid apoptosis due to P-glycoprotein (P-gp) mediated multi-drug resistance. Therefore, development of new therapeutic strategies that induce apoptosis, inhibit proliferation, and overcome multi-drug resistance is urgently warranted. We examined the efficacy of combination of Valproic Acid (VPA) and knockdown of AKT3 and PI3KCA genes in human glioblastoma T98G and U87MG cell lines. Material and Methods: T98G and U87MG cells were transfected with AKT3 or PI3KCA siRNAs. Transfection efficiency was assessed using Flow Cytometry (FC) and fluorescence microscopy. The influence of AKT3 and PI3KCA siRNAs in combination with VPA on T98G and U87MG cell viability, proliferation, apoptosis and autophagy was evaluated as well. Alterations in the mRNA expression of apoptosis-related genes (CASP3 and Bid) were analyzed using QRT-PCR. Results: The transfection of T98G and U87MG cells with AKT3 or PI3KCA siRNAs and exposition on VPA led to a significant reduction in cell viability, the accumulation of subG1-phase cells and a reduced fraction of cells in the S and G2/M phases, apoptosis or necrosis induction and induction of autophagy. Conclusions: The siRNA-induced AKT3 and PI3KCA mRNA knockdown in combination with VPA may offer a novel therapeutic strategy to more effective control the growth of human GBM cells. Thus, knockdown of these genes in combination with valproic acid inhibits proliferation, induces apoptosis and autophagy in T98G and U87MG cells, but further studies are necessary to confirm a positive phenomenon for the treatment of GBM.
Compartmentalization of Pectinase within Cellulose Hydrogel: An Efficient Technique to Enhance the Catalytic Properties of Pectinase for Industrial Applications
Authors:   Department of Natural and Basic Sciences, University of Turbat, Turbat, Balochistan, Pakistan, HU Rehman , A Majeed ,   Department of Natural and Basic Sciences, University of Turbat, Turbat, Balochistan, Pakistan
Published: October 2021

Pectinase catalyze the breakdown of pectin polymer and widely has been used in different industrial preparations such as fruit juice preparation, liquification and scarification of plant biomass as well as coffee and tea fermentation. In this study, the pectinase from Bacillus licheniformis was compartmentalized within cellulose beads hydrogel using encapsulation technique to make it reusable with easy recovery from reaction mixture. The compartmentalization improved catalytic properties of pectinase and ensured its reusability for continuous uses. It was observed that 5.0% cellulose concentration was enough to form stable cellulose hydrogel beads with retention of high relative of activity of pectinase. The hydrogel compartmentalization didn’t change the optima pH and temperature for maximum relative activity and both the hydrogel compartmentalized pectinase and free pectinase maximum relative at same pH and temperature but the hydrogel compartmentalization increased the stability of pectinase against various temperatures and pH, and hydrogel compartmentalized pectinase showed higher relative activities against various temperature and pH as compared to free pectinase. The hydrogel compartmentalization slightly reduced the affinity of pectinase toward the substrate (pectin) and hydrogel compartmentalized pectinase showed little bit higher Km value as compared to soluble pectinase. Cellulose hydrogel compartmentalization retained the pectinase activity for reutilization in different reaction preparation and hydrogel compartmentalized pectinase showed more than 80% of its original activity after three times reusing.
Extraction and Analysis of Natural Rubber from the Latex of Ficus carica, Artocarpus heterophyllus and Polymer Analysis of Durio zibethinus
Authors:   University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien, Höchstädtplatz 6, 1200 Wien, Austria, I Wagner , M Lackner ,   University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien, Höchstädtplatz 6, 1200 Wien, Austria
Published: October 2021

In tropical fruits such as durian (Durio zibethinus) and jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), only one quarter to one third of the fruit is edible. Finding more ways to industrially use the other components of the fruit can reduce the waste burned or dumped in landfills. Another fruit tree of interest that can also grow in Austria is the fig tree (Ficus carica). Currently, the fruits are the main product of that plant; however, components in the latex of the tree are of interest too. The latex is known to contain natural rubber, which could potentially be used for industrial applications. Jackfruit trees also produce latex, which contains natural rubber. In both cases, the natural rubber has different properties compared to the conventionally used rubber from the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis). This could provide new opportunities in various applications. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to analyze the properties of the natural rubber obtained from the jackfruit and fig trees. Additionally, durian fruit also produces a sticky liquid, so the same experiments were also carried out with durian samples. The experimental procedure included extraction with acetone and cyclohexane as well as polymer length determination with gel permeation chromatography and polymer analysis with differential scanning calorimetry. The results show that in both jackfruit and fig tree latex, there is natural rubber of similar polymer length. Durian pulp also contains a polymer; however, with these experiments, it could not be identified. Further research is required to identify the durian polymer and to confirm the results of this experiment.
Evaluation of Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Naproxen on Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines in COVID-19 Patients
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics, Abuzar Children’s Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, F Abolnezhadian , AD Khosravi ,   Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, M Makvandi ,   Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, M Varnaseri ,   Department of Infectious, Razi Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, SM Alavi ,   Department of Infectious, Razi Hospital, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, S Iranparast ,   Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, G Shariati ,   Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, AY Avarvand ,   Department of Laboratory Sciences, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
Published: October 2021

The new Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection was declared by the World Health Organization as pandemic in the early 2020. The clinical spectrum of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) include asymptomatic and symptomatic cases, including dry cough, fatigue, fever, shortness of breath, and gastrointestinal symptoms. However, increased immune inflammatory responses to stimuli can result in the overproduction of pro-inflammatory cytokines, immunopathological complications and death in patients infected with COVID-19. Given the anti-inflammatory effects of Naproxen, this study evaluated the effect of naproxen on IL-1β, TNF-a, IL-6, IFN-γ and TGF-β in COVID-19 patients. According to the results, the serum levels of IFN-γ and TGF-β cytokines significantly decreased in the patients after the treatment with naproxen. In addition, the naproxen treatment was found effective in reducing the serum level of IL-6 and IL-1β in patients with COVID-19, though it did not significantly change the serum level of TNF-a. Overall, the findings demonstrated the effectiveness of naproxen on pro-inflammatory cytokines by regulating their serum levels in COVID-19 patients.
Characterization and Identification of Plant Growth Promoting Traits of a Rhizobacteria: Pantoea Agglomerans 20-19
Authors:   Department of Biology, University Moulay Ismail, Zitoune, Meknes, Morocco, RE Kahkahi , M Moustaine ,   Laboratory of Botany and Plant Protection, University Ibn Tofail, Kenitra, Morocco, A Mouhajir ,   Department of Biology, University Moulay Ismail, Zitoune, Meknes, Morocco, R Zouhair ,   Department of Biology, University Moulay Ismail, Zitoune, Meknes, Morocco, MA Chitt ,   El Bassatine Domaine, Meknes, Morocco, R Errakhi ,   Eurofins Agroscience Services, Meknes, Morocco
Published: October 2021

Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) are known to influence positively plant growth by various direct or indirect mechanisms. The objective of this study was to characterize and identified a bacterium was isolated from the wheat rhizosphere of an semi arid area Meknes (Morocco). The studied strain possess several PGPR trais such as nitrogen fixation ability, phosphate solubilization, production of auxins and Ammonia production. Based on their 16S rDNA sequences, the strain were identified as Pantoea agglomerans 20- 19. This Pantoea agglomerans 20-19 is capable of IAA, ammonia production, nitrogen fixation and solubilization phosphorus. These results showed that Pantoea agglomerans 20-19 with its PGPR traits could consitute a good biofertilizer in semi arid area.
Genome-Wide Comparative Analysis of BZR1 Transcription Factor in Zea mays
Authors:   Department of Bioinformatics and Biotechnology, Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan, Z Naureen , H Maqsood ,   Department of Plant Biotechnology, Asab, Nust, Pakistan, MW Mazhar ,   Department of Bioinformatics and Biotechnology, Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan, J Mehmood ,   Department of Bioinformatics and Biotechnology, Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan, SM Safeer Mehdi Bukhari ,   Department of Biotechnology, University of Lahore, Pakistan
Published: October 2021

The BR-responsive genes are then regulated by BRASSINAZOLERESISTANT (BZR) Transcription Factors (TFs). As BRs possess numerous stress-resistant functions, BZR TFs also show activities of stress-resistance along with other developmental functions. Up to 88% similarity of protein sequences has been observed between BZR1 and BZR2 genes. Many positive roles of BZR TFs have been revealed by many studies in positively regulating the BR signal transduction in rice and maize family, but there is a very limited research is available on the BZR gene family of Zea mays. The aim of this study is to perform a wide-genome analysis of BZR1 transcription factor in Zea mays so that regulatory role of BZR TFs in BR-induced signaling pathway can be revealed. Gene structure analysis revealed the information about exons and introns. Phylogenetic analysis was done to identify the maximum likelihood among different families of BZR genes. Restriction analysis provided the information about the presence of restriction sites in Zea mays genome.
Biocomputational Screening and Pharmacological Studies of Gymnema sylvester in Contrast to Human CCR5 and CXCR4 Chemokine Receptors
Authors:   School of Biosciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu, India, VV Kavitapu , S Sharma ,   Department of Bioinformatics, BioNome Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore, India
Published: October 2021

Viral diseases have remained a major global threat regardless of significant advances in therapeutic and treatment strategies. The advancement of viral resistance to drugs, along with several side effects, has resulted in critical medical issues, especially when administered in combination for extended treatment periods. Natural product-based therapies for the health of humans are associated with lower toxicity and fewer side effects. Virtual in-silico screening has been shown to be effective in addressing the unique challenges of antiviral drug development, making the process quicker, safer and less expensive. Novel ligands are evolving as potential agents, which are efficient in blocking virus–cell fusion to surpass the main disadvantages of traditional Highly Active Antiretroviral (HAART) drugs used in HIV-1 infection. The plant Gymnema sylvestre contains various bioactive compounds with medicinal properties. The HIV entry process can be blocked during the binding activity of glycoprotein gp120 viral envelope to one of the two receptors CXCR4 or CCR5 and binding to both the CD4 receptors. The significance of chemokine receptors as an anti- HIV target depends on the fact that they are involved in the entry of the virus into the cell at the early stages. Thus, the HIV/coreceptor relationship has emerged as a key focus for developing new antiviral strategies for the prevention and also treatment of HIV infection. In the present study, the phytochemicals selected from Gymnema sylvestre were subjected to ADME analysis. This was followed by the molecular docking analysis and MD simulation to estimate the selected ligands drug likeness, which may serve as new leads for the cure of HIV-1 infections.
Urachal Sinus Surgery: Clinical Picture
Authors:   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, M Mohammed , ZOJ Dieudonné ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, M Jaafar ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, R Youness ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, A Mustapha ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, M Soufiane ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, TM Fadl ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, EJ Eddine ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, EM Jamal ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco, FM Hassan ,   Urology Division, Teaching Hospital Hassan 2, Fez, Morocco
Published: October 2021

The urachus is a fibrous cord, a remnant of the duct, which in the embryo, connects the bladder with the allantois duct [1]. The urachus can be the site of two types of lesions: on the one hand, congenital anomalies resulting from a defect in the obliteration of the allantois duct (diverticula, fistulas, cysts, sinus), and on the other hand, acquired lesions, essentially of a tumoral nature and most often malignant (urachus carcinoma) [2]. We report the clinical picture of a 28-year-old patient, with a history of uropathology since childhood (hypospadias), chronic renal failure since 2017 under dialysis, neobladder type Mitrofanoff since 2009, admitted for the management of an umbilical abscessed collection. Abdominal MRI revealed a superinfected urachus sinus. The treatment consisted of complete open excision of the sinus (Figure 1) from the umbilicus to the urinary bladder. The postoperative course was simple. Figure 1: The resected specimen (urachal sinus (black arrow), bladder wall (white arrow). A purulent umbilical discharge is often indicative of the presence of a urachus sinus; ultrasound and fistulography are sufficient for the diagnosis [3]. Excision of the urachus sinus by surgery is the standard treatment in this clinical situation [4].
A Scoping Review of Animated Video’s Effect on Individual Health Knowledge
Authors:   Transplant and Kidney Care Regional Center of Excellence, Erie County Medical Center, USA, MM Keller , T Lucas ,   Division of Public Health, College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University, USA, M Zachariah ,   Department of Medicine, Wayne State University, USA, T Feeley ,   Department of Communication, University at Buffalo, State University of New York, USA, L Tumiel Berhalter ,   Department of Family Medicine, University at Buffalo, State University of New York, USA, L Kayler ,   Transplant and Kidney Care Regional Center of Excellence, Erie County Medical Center, USA
Published: October 2021

Objectives: Animated video has the potential to both educate and persuade patient audiences. This scoping review considers use of animated educational video’s effect on individual-level knowledge in order to inform its application to kidney transplant education and interest among patients and their social network. Methods: A scoping review of standalone animated video studies published before December 1, 2020, was conducted in six research databases. Results: Fifteen of 2,066 studies were included. Eight studies were RCTs. The others were pre-post and between-group designs. Studies focused on multiple health topics. Video duration spanned 2 to 16 minutes and video delivery was generally clinic-based. The majority of the publications did not report the use of a learning theory or patient input to inform video development. Significant gains in participant knowledge, including among at-risk groups, were reported in 80% of studies. Improvements in concerns, attitudes, and anxiety were also reported. Conclusion: While few studies applied standalone animated video to adult patient health education, existing research suggests that standalone animation is a powerful and efficient instructional format for a wide range of learners, with added benefit for reducing anxiety. Practice Implications: These characteristics of animation potentially could be useful to improve transplant education delivery.
IMPROVING THE STABILITY OF BENTONITE SLURRY USING GELLAN GUM FOR AN EMERGENT HYDRAULIC BARRIER
Authors: Tran Thi Phuong An
Published: October 2021

The distinctive properties of bentonite such as hydration, swelling, water absorption, ion adsorption, high viscosity, and thixotropy make it a valuable material for many applications in geotechnical engineering such as hydraulic barriers, drilling slurry, and landfill liners. Many additives such as cement, hay fiber, and polymer have been used to enhance the engineering performance of bentonite slurry, which are proved in respected research. This study introduces gellan gum as a friendly environmental additive that improves bentonite slurry stability when bentonite is used for hydraulic barriers/walls. The bentonite was treated with different gellan gum concentration as 0% (untreated); 2%; 3%; 4%, 5%, 6% and 7% to the mass of distilled water. A series of unconfined compression tests were conducted on gellan gum – bentonite mixture. The test results show the effect of gellan gum on the unconfined compressive strength of bentonite slurry in initial and thermal curing conditions.
IMPACT OF FLOOD ON WATER QUALITY: A CASE STUDY IN A FLOOD-PRONE AREA OF THUA THIEN HUE PROVINCE
Authors: Châu Nguyễn Đăng Giáng , Châu Lê Đăng Bảo , Linh Huỳnh Thị Phương
Published: October 2021

People living in flood-prone areas are vulnerable to damages caused by annual floods, including changes in water quality. Seasonal flooding alters water quality in many aspects by introducing silt, nutrients, organic compounds, and sometimes bacteria. In this study, 50 household interviews in Quang Thanh commune - Quang Dien district, the flood-prone area in Thua Thien Hue province, were conducted to identify the flood characteristics. A total of 36 water samples, including surface- and pipe water, were collected and analyzed the basic parameters in December 2019 and June 2020 to preliminarily demonstrate the main impacts of the flood on water quality. In general, in some aspects, flood helped reduce the organic contaminants (based on DO, BOD, and COD values assessment) and salinity, and somehow increase the total coliform and E.coli at most of the sampling stations. Unpredictable weather and hydropower plant from upstream were believed to be the main causes of flood volume reduction in recent years, which also contributed to changes in water quality.
Study of The Effect of Coal Quality Parameters on Gas Methane (CH4) Emission in Coal Fire for Sustainable Environment
Authors: Arisanti Reni , Yusuf Maulana , Faizal Muhammad
Published: October 2021

Coal is formation media of Methane Gas which retains the ability to store gas in large quantities. Methane gas (CH4) one of the greenhouse gases that its existence can be troubling, because the gas can increase the impact of global warming, the can damage the ozone layer and increase the temperature of the earth. Methane gas (CH4) emissions that occur in the coal combustion process strongly influenced by the physical and chemical of coal. This research was intended to know how the influence of quality parameters and calorific value of coal methane gas (CH4) emission, and temperature in combustion process. This research is quantitative research with method of quantitative descriptive and descriptive associative approach. Average methane gas emissions (CH4) occurring for each calorific value of coal, calories 5900 kcal / kg 3.98 ppm, 6300 kcal / kg 1.30 ppm, 6700 kcal / kg 0.26 ppm, and 7600 kcal / kg 0.08 ppm. The relationship of temperature, calorific value and methane gas emission (CH4) the higher the calorific value, the required temperature will be greater and the gas emission is smaller, where the calories 5900 kcal / kg average temperature 63.75 oC, calories 6300 kcal / kg average 60,92 oC, calories 6700 kcal / kg average 52,59 oC, while for calorie 7600 kcal / kg average temperature 113,98 oC. Indonesian coal mostly consists low rank coal which can cause high methane (CH4) emissions that would also cause problems to the environment.
Talang Tuo inscription: The management of environmental in Sriwijaya period
Authors: Siregar Sondang M
Published: October 2021

Talang Tuo inscription was an inscription which made Sriwijaya King, Dapunta Hiyam Sri Jayanasa. The inscription was found by Westenenk in 1920 at the foot of Bukit Siguntang that written in Pallawa and Malay language. The inscription contains about environmental management to prosperity of living beings. Talang Tuo inscription studies through could aware that since in the past the government had thought to maintain the natural balance between plants, animals and humans. Human beings regulate and keeping nature so that the plant can grow and fruitful experience for being well of living creatures. In addition since the time of Sriwijaya had known water management that functions to fulfillment of daily needs, means of transportation and irrigation during the Sriwijaya period.
Post-mining Land of Limestone Quarries for Sengon Plants in PT Semen Baturaja (Persero) Tbk
Authors: pujakesuma Regi suhada , Juniah Restu , Handayani Harminuke Eko
Published: October 2021

Limestone mining in PT Semen Baturaja mine mining materials in the form of limestone. Limestone is the material needed to make cement. Open mining activities at the final stage will leave ex-mining land. Ex-mine land in the PT Semen Baturaja reclamation area has been planned for revegetation of sengon seedlings. The research was conducted to examine economically post-mining land of limestone mines for sengon plantations. The initial baseline studied in the study area includes climate, space and geological conditions, and vegetation. Some plants in the study area include sengon, cypress, and guava. The results showed that the use of limestone quarry land for sengon plants had met economically. The results of the study are expected to be utilized by stakeholders, academics, practitioners, researchers, mining associations and the environment.
Socio-environmental survey of a forest hamlet proximate to Neora Valley National Park in the Eastern Himalayas, India
Authors: Bhattacharya Sayan , De Sudipta , Shome Arkajyoti , Dutta Abhishek
Published: October 2021

The Eastern Himalayas have significant impact on the climate and biodiversity of the Indian Subcontinent. The Himalayan region has shown consistent warming trends in recent times, which can significantly affect the biodiversity, agriculture and local livelihoods. Many scattered hamlets are found in this zone and some of them are proximate to the forests enriched with endemic biodiversity. Icchey Gaon (27.1336oN, 88.5657oE; Altitude 5,600 feet) is a small village situated in Kalimpong district, India in the Eastern Himalayas. Icchey Gaon is situated proximate to Neora Valley National Park, which is located in the Eastern Himalayas as a global ‘biodiversity hotspot’. The village is one of the newest tourist destinations in the Eastern Himalayas. The village area is also a centre of Cinchona plantation since 19th century. The adjacent areas of Icchey Gaon have extensive coverage of Cinchona plantation. The survey work was done in April, 2017 by visiting Icchey Gaon village in Kalimpong, West Bengal. The study focuses on an interdisciplinary understanding of the physical and cultural environment of the forest and mountain areas. The survey work integrates the perspectives of human and social ecology, ecosystem services and sustainable development. Primary data were gathered through field survey and direct contact with common people and authorized centres of the region. Structured questionnaires and semi-structured interviews supplemented by field notes were arranged to collect data from the village areas in Icchey Gaon. The length of each interview was about 40–50 minutes and was supplemented by field notes. Focuses were given on demography, agriculture, livestock management, traditional water management, education, culture, health, waste management, disaster management, biodiversity, joint forest management, ecosystem services and human animal conflict. Biodiversity of the region was documented by visiting the forest areas and the nature interpretation centre situated in Neora Valley National Park. There is an urgent need for implementing an integrated sustainable development system for the conservation of forest ecosystems and traditional human settlements in and around Neora Valley forest. Management strategies have been suggested for conserving the forest biodiversity and socio-economic condition of the hamlet. Bringing local communities into protected area management can have significant positive impact on long-term biodiversity conservation in the transboundary Himalayan landscapes. Extensive study is necessary in the Eastern Himalayas to explore the socio-ecological conditions in the context of climate change.
Effectiveness Cream and Ointment of Spirulina platensis extract against amount of Fibroblas and Wound Area: Study on white rats whose skin is incised
Authors: Irenesia Bimby , Yuniarti Renni , Mahati Endang
Published: October 2021

Spirulina platensishas been well-known as an abundant protein and phycocyanin. Spirulina platensis has the effect of anti-inflammatory, so it is widely used to apply cosmetics and biomedicine in the healing process of wounds. To prove that the administration of an extract ofSpirulina platensiscan increase the number of fibroblasts and accelerate the wound healing process in Wistar rats with an incision on their skin. This study used a randomizedpost-test only control group design. The skins of thirty (30) male Wistar rats were incised. This treatment was divided into 4 groups, namely the group that received the 0,1% cream (X1) of S.platensisextract, and the group that was administered with the 0,1% ointment (X2) of S.platensis extract; the negative control group was only treated by a saline solution (C1), and the positive control group was with the administration of Gentamycin 0,1% ointment (C2). The total numbers of fibroblasts were examined on day 14 and calculated using the method of tissue biopsy and hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. The wound was checked after 14-day Data analysis was performed with a one-wayANOVA test and was continued by Post Hoc Test LSD. The total numbers of fibroblasts on day 14 from the group of XI, X2, C1, and C2 were 15.00; 17,50; 3,83, 10,33 with p<0.001. The average size of the wounds on day 14 from the groups of X1, X2, C1, and C2 was 551,78; 435,76; 1795,95; 1193,57 with p<0.001, respectively. PostHoc Testresults on the total number of fibroblasts and extensive wound area showed significant differences between them. Administration of the 0.1% ointment of Spirulina platensisextract believed to potentially increasing the number of fibroblasts and accelerate the process of wound healing.
Determinants Analysis of Public Perception of Waste Bank As An Alternative of Settlement Waste Management
Authors: Ningrum Tri Hikmah Abdi , Zulkifli Hilda , Susanti Rahmi
Published: October 2021

The activities of the waste bank are giving a positive impact on the environment and increasing the public economy. This research aims to analyze the public perception of Kebumen Gemilang Sejahtera (KGS) waste bank in Kampung Iklim 2 Ilir, Palembang. The population of this study was 639 households and there were 90 households as respondents. This study used a quantitative method by cross-sectional design. The data collection instrument was a questionnaire, observations, interviews, and documentation. Data were analyzed by using multiple logistic regression. The results showed that the perception of the public (52.2%) of the waste bank categorized as good. Characteristics of the community are mostly aged ?42 years old (53.3%), mostly female (63%), highly educated (>SMA) of 87.8%, good knowledge (70.0%), including the length of stay at the old enough category (57.8%), and has the highest employment as a housewife (42.2%). The results of multiple logistic regression showed that the length of stay variable (OR=0.701) affects the public perception of the waste bank.
Determinant Analysis of Public Participation in the Implementation of Greeningin Kampung Iklim 2 Ilir, Palembang
Authors: Herdani Yaumilia Ismiranti Putri , Dahlan Zulkifli , Susanti Rahmi
Published: October 2021

Implementation of greening has a positive impact on anticipating and minimizing the impact of climate change. This study aims to analyze community participation in the implementation of greening that has been carried out in ProKlim 2 Ilir, Palembang. The population of this study was 639 households and there were 90 households as respondents. This research uses quantitative methods with a cross-sectional design. Data collection instruments are questionnaires, observations, interviews, and documentation. Data were analyzed using multiple logistic regression. The results showed participation of the community (54.4%) in the implementation of greening was classified as still bad. Characteristics of the community are mostly aged middle adults (47.8%), mostly female (72,2%), highly educated (>SMA) of 88.9%, medium knowledge (51.1%), including a length of stay in the old enough category (72.2%), and has the highest employment as a housewife (41.1%). The result of multiple logistic regression showed a variable that the education level variable (OR=5.174) influence the participation of the community in the implementation of greening.
Bioremediation Techniques for contaminated Land: Focusing on Land Contaminated by Petroleum Hydrocarbon Pollutants
Authors: Silviani Wahyu Dian
Published: October 2021

Oil spills on land is one of major environmental issues. The spills have been known to affect not only environment but also human health. Certain bioremediation techniques, biostimulation, bioaugmentation, and land farming, have been widely applied to solve the problem. Approaches using these methods, over the years, have given varying result and rate of success. In this paper, advantages, disadvantages, and limitation of the techniques when applied will be discussed.
Impact of Urban Growth on Market activities in Gombe Metropolis
Authors: Gaya Ibrahim Faruk , Zanuwa Mu’azu Audu , Muhammad Kamaludeen Adamu , Usman Mashkurah Ahmed , Muhammad Shehu
Published: October 2021

Urban growth concept has dragged the attention of several scholars of different fields of study for decades. Urban growth refers to expansion of urban centres in size due population growth, which hiked the number of buildings in urban centres around the world. The finding of the paper indicate that Gombe Metropolis expanded by (85 hectares) each year from 2000 to 2010 and the expansion of Gombe Metropolis occur in all direction. The rate at which Gombe Metropolis expand grown to (203 hectares) each year from 2010 up to date. Therefore, the rate at which Gombe metropolis expanded increases by 138% from 2010 to date and how number of markets increases to 16 currently from 12 in the year 2010. This paper study the Impact of urban growth on market in Gombe Metropolis. Coordinate of markets of existing markets was collected. For second set of data used in this paper i.e. secondary data which include map of Gombe metropolis, related journals, text books, published and unpublished document, and Newspaper were consulted. The data generated from questionnaire administration were analysed using tables, graphs and charts. Satellite images showing how urban growth is taken place in Gombe Metropolis were also analysed. The study examines the impact of urban growth on Gombe Metropolis markets activities over the period of study. The findings of the study indicate emergence of new markets in the study area over the years of study as a result of urban expansion that occur in Gombe Metropolis. It also indicated that the new established markets were located in areas where urban growth take place in study area and these new markets are patronized by people within the environment or vicinity of the markets. Most of the newly emerged markets are located at the periphery of the town where urban expansions occur rapidly.
Identification of Land Cover Changes in The MK-PHR Conservation Area Associated With Fire Events
Authors: Putra Raden , Nufutomo Tastaptyani Kurnia , Lisafitri Yuni , Sari Novi Kartika , Zurfi Alfian , Meiyanti Yanies
Published: October 2021

Peat fire is one of the most environmental issues in Indonesia, particularly in the region of South Sumatra. The fires usually occur during the dry season from Juni to November. This study is designed to evaluate the impact of peat fires on changes in land cover in the Merang Kepahyang Peat Hydrological Region (MK-PHR) for the period of 2002 to 2015. The changes identified by the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) method using Landsat satellite imagery. The results of the study show that extreme peat fire associated with climate anomalies events occurred in 2006, 2012, and 2015. The largest peat fires during the observation period occurred in 2015 coincided with extreme climate anomalies generating negative changes in land cover in the most of MK-PHR areas. The changes occurred in almost half (49%) of the MK-PHR area, where it moved from the dense to moderate vegetation class. The spatial and temporal land cover changes will be discussed in more detail.
Features of eating behavior in children with different forms of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Authors: Stepanov Yu.M. , Zavhorodnia N.Yu. , Zavhorodnia O.Yu.
Published: October 2021

Aim – to study the features of the eating behavior (EB) in children with different forms of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) - simple steatosis (SS) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), to compare the obtained data with the eating behavior of children without liver steatosis. 120 patients aged 7 to 16 years were examined, the average age of the patients was (12.00 ± 2.56) years. The presence and degree of liver steatosis was determined by transient elastography using a FibroScan®502Touch with an assessment of CAP (controlled attenuation parameter). According to the CAP, gender-specific alanine aminotransferase levels and body mass index, patients were divided into 4 groups: 1 group consisted of 26 patients with NASH, 2 group – of 44 patients with SS, 3 group – of 35 patients with obesity without liver steatosis, 4 group (control) – of 15 patients with normal weight without metabolic disorders. The groups were homogeneous in age. Assessment of EB was carried out using the pediatric modification of the Dutch eating behavior questionnaire (DEBQ-C). It was found that most patients with SS (75,0%) and NASH (87,5%) demonstrated an emotional type of EB. The restrictive type of EB was predominant in obese children without hepatic steatosis (73,7%). The total score of the restrictive type of EB in children of the 3 group was significantly higher compared with the data of the 4 group (p<0,05). The external type of EB occurred in 25% of children with SS and was not observed in children with NASH. Thus, children with NAFLD and obesity are characterized by an increased incidence of various types of unhealthy eating behavior compared to children with normal weight, which requires appropriate correction and involvement of psychologists in a team of specialists involved in the health care of the obese children.
Features of noninvasive cerebral oximetry and central hemodynamics in young children with hydrocephalus
Authors: Pavlysh O.S. , Snisar V.I.
Published: October 2021

Hydrocephalus is one of the most common diseases of the nervous system in young children. Features of structural and morphological changes of the brain in children with hydrocephalus are the predominance of signs of periventricular ischemia of brain tissue due to cerebral circulatory disorders. Despite the existence of a large number of methods for assessing cerebral hemodynamics, in the modern literature there is only limited information about the oxygen status of the brain when using different types of anesthesia in children. The aim of the study was to assess the dynamics of noninvasive cerebral oximetry and central hemodynamics in young children with hydrocephalus during ventriculoperitoneal shunting. The research included 59 young children with acquired hydrocephalus who underwent ventriculoperitoneal shunting. 34 children underwent total intravenous anesthesia with propofol, 25 children – total inhalation anesthesia with sevoflurane. Intraoperative control of vital functions of the patient was performed: systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure, heart rate, regional saturation, carbon dioxide level on exhalation, sevoflurane concentration on inspiration and exhalation, non-invasive cerebral indicators. Children with acquired hydrocephalus had cerebral oximetry within normal regional level. The use of sevoflurane leads to increased cerebral oxygenation by inhibiting cerebral metabolic needs for oxygen and vasodilation of blood vessels with increased cerebral blood flow. Total intravenous anesthesia does not change the rate of intraoperative cerebral oxygenation, leads to hemodynamic changes in the form of decreased stroke volume, which may indicate that propofol reduces the level of oxygen consumption by the brain with decreased cerebral blood flow against the background of hemodynamic inhibition.