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On Ethics and Accuracy of the Researcher: Problems of the Scientific Approach in the Article by P. A. Druzhinin on the Falsification of Manuscripts by A. A. Akhmatova
Authors:   Russian Academy of Arts, Seslavinskiy Mikhail V. ,   National Union of Bibliophiles
Published: October 2023

The article is a response to the publication by P. A. Druzhinin “Falsification of Anna Akhmatovaʼs Manuscripts as an Actual Problem of Textual Criticism”, which evidently states the fallacy and bias of the authorʼs approach when discussing the authenticity or forgery of a number of Anna Andreevna Akhmatovaʼs manuscripts in private bibliophile collections. It is shown that P. A. Druzhinin often uses unverified information, not being a specialist in textual analysis and expertise of Akhmatovaʼs handwritten heritage. The main purpose of the response is to warn future researchers against using dubious methods of “auto-expertise”, which the author of this article resorts to. An assessment is also given to the archive of N. L. Dilaktorskaya (1914–1989) from the collection of the St. Petersburg bibliophile A. M. Lutsenko (1940–2008), who in Druzhininʼs article is presented as the owner of fake manuscripts by Akhmatova and their deliberate propagandist. It tells about the history of the formation of an extensive collection of Lutsenko (with a large number of autographs of the poet, acquired from various persons and under other circumstances, and the provenance and reputation of these inscripts is currently not questioned by anyone), about his acquisition of Dilaktorskayaʼs papers, as well as the evolution of the attitude towards them of A. M. Lutsenko as well as researchers of Anna Akhmatovaʼs creativity. It is emphasized that the negative opinion of the author of the response about the “Akhmatovaʼs manuscripts of Dilaktorskaya” was formed back in 2014, and on the basis of a thorough study of the composition of this Akhmatoviana (which still remains in the ownership of the Lutsenko family and hasn’t changed its owner, as opposed to the statements of P. A. Druzhinin). The distortions of the theses of the author of the response and other researchers on the topic under study are refuted. In addition, it is told about the collection of Akhmatovaʼs autographs in the possession of M. V. Seslavinskiy, which were included in the publication “Bibliophile wreath to Anna Akhmatova” (2014) and are not related to the “Akhmatova archive” by N. L. Dilaktorskaya from the collection of A. M. Lutsenko. A detailed textual analysis of an important controversial artifact known as the “Anna Akhmatova phone book” from the collection of Mikhail Viktorovich Ardov is presented.
«Кисть художника из взбаламученной грязи…»: о карикатурных романах А. М. Волкова
Authors:   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University, Alekseeva Elizaveta M. ,   Institute of Philology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: October 2023

The article deals with A. M. Volkov’s satirical and polemical reception of the plots of I. S. Turgenev’s novels “Fathers and Children” and “Smoke”. The caricature cycles of the weekly Iskra demonstrate the process of decanonisation of literature and the development of alternative paths in the literature of the second half of the 19th century (as A. Vasilenko and A. Koslov wrote about this process). Volkov’s parodies not only discredit antinihilistic prose, but also discover anecdotal potential in the source texts. The appendix includes the caricature cycle “Fathers and Children” and “Smoke. Intermezzo”, which together provide an insight into the reputation of Turgenev, his prose and cultural phenomenon as an antinihilistic novel in democratic circles of satirical journalism.
The Heroine Is a Savage in the Georgsandovsky plot: The Polemic of A. Ya. Panaeva with A. V. Druzhinin (Based on the Material of the Story Apiary)
Authors:   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University, Ponomareva Anastasia A. , Dubinina Anna S.
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the A. Ya. Panaeva’s story Apiary. The paper proves that the story was a kind of replica of the progressive project of love and family relations, which took shape in the A. V. Druzhinin’s story Polinka Saks under the influence of the Zh. Sand’s novel Jacques an warmly welcomed by the circle of Contemporary. Using the plot scheme of the Zh. Sand’s novel with the same plot shifts with which it is presented in the A. V. Druzhinin’s story, the writer builds a new plot combination that reveals an alternative idea of the emancipation of a woman. The writer shows that A. V. Druzhinin and the writers who supported his project declare the idea of a woman as an object (love / development, etc.), while ignoring her natural giftedness. Arguing with them, the writer creates a novel in which it is shown that the resource for the development of female self-consciousness is not outside, but inside her. To express her idea, A. Ya. Panaeva uses a plot in which the central figure is a natural heroine. This is the plot of a man from the civilized world in love with a heroine is a savage. The paper shows that this plot is transformed depending on new ideological tasks: the functions of mandatory actors (a heroine is a savage, a defender of the heroine, a man from the world of civilization) change, new plot links are added. During the analysis, it was concluded that A. Ya. Panaeva deconstructs the idea of a saving marriage, the development of a woman by a man.
Beyond strain release: Delocalization-enabled organic reactivity
Authors: Sterling Alistair , Smith Russell , Anderson Edward , Duarte Fernanda
Published: October 2023

The release of strain energy is a fundamental driving force for organic reactions. However, absolute strain energy alone is an insufficient predictor of reactivity, as evidenced by the similar ring strain but disparate reactivity of cyclopropanes and cyclobutanes. In this work, we demonstrate that electronic delocalization is a key factor that operates alongside strain release to boost, or even dominate, reactivity. This delocalization principle extends across a wide range of molecules containing three-membered rings such as epoxides, aziridines and propellanes, and also applies to strain-driven cycloaddition reactions. Our findings lead to a ‘rule of thumb’ for the accurate prediction of activation barriers in such systems, which can be easily applied to reactions involving many of the strained building blocks commonly encountered in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, polymer science and bioconjugation. Given the significance of electronic delocalization in organic chemistry, for example in aromatic 𝜋-systems and hyperconjugation, we anticipate that this concept will serve as a versatile tool to understand and predict strain-based organic reactivity.
Electrosynthesis of iron-based metal-organic materials with bis(salicylic acid) derivatives
Authors: Realista Sara , Reis Ana R. , Corregidor Victoria , Alves Luís C. , Magalhães Sérgio , Nunes Telmo , Ferraria Ana M. , Botelho do Rego Ana M. , Martinho Paulo N.
Published: October 2023

Continuous advancements in understanding and controlling surface functionalisation and properties empower materials scientists to design materials with tailored characteristics, improved performance, and enhanced functionality, thereby expanding scientific knowledge and technological progress. This research paper presents the synthesis of two new metal-organic material-based films using the cathodic electrodeposition method. This method offers the advantage of using non-metal electrode substrates and various metal ions, a unique aspect not yet fully explored. The study investigates the effects of linker length using 2,5-dihydroxyterephthalic acid (DOBDC) and 3,3'-dihydroxybiphenyl-4,4'-dicarboxylic acid (BPP) as organic linkers and iron(III) as the metal node for the structures. The films' electrochemical behaviour, characterisation through techniques like infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, X-Ray powder diffraction and grazing-Incidence small-angle X-ray scattering and particle-induced X-ray emission, as well as results from cyclic voltammetry studies, are discussed. The films were found to be nearly amorphous with specific grain sizes, revealing heterogeneity in composition and thickness. The unique synthesis method and comprehensive characterisation offer insights into the potential of electrosynthesis for designing functional materials and encourage further exploration of various synthesis conditions and metal ions.
Mechanistic study of the atomic layer deposition of cobalt: A combined mass spectrometric and computational approach
Authors: Donnecke Sofia , Paul Mathias , Chan Serena , Tse Veronica , Sachdeva Jigyasa , Williams Peter , Oliver Allen , Paci Irina , McIndoe J. Scott
Published: October 2023

Cobaltcarbonyl-tert-butylacetylene (CCTBA) is a conventional precursor for the selective atomic layer deposition of Co onto silica surfaces. However, the limited understanding of the deposition mechanism of such cobalt precursors curbs rational improvements on their design for increased efficiency and tuneable selectivity. The impact of using a less reactive internal alkyne to a terminal alkyne was investigated using experimental and computational methods. Electrospray-ionization mass spectrometry was used to monitor the formation of CCTBA analogs and study their gas phase decomposition pathways. Gas phase analysis show that an internal alkyne dissociates at slightly lower energies than a terminal alkyne, suggesting that an internal alkynyl ligand may be more suited to low temperature ALD. Furthermore, the less reactive internal alkyne will result in fewer carbon impurities embedded in surfaces, in particular due to its reduced reactivity with Si-H bonds on the surface of Si wafers. Computational analysis also predicts increased surface binding in the metal centers of the internal alkynyl complex.
THE INTELLECTUAL POTENTIAL ECONOMIC ESSENCE AS AN OBJECT OF THE ENTERPRISE’S INNOVATIVE ACTIVITY MANAGEMENT
Authors: Ostrovska Halyna
Published: October 2023

The article examines the intellectual potential economic essence as an object of the enterprise’s innovative management in the of the knowledge-based economy formation. We studied the conditions that limit the development of economic system subjects intellectual potential. We note that in the context of substantiating the enterprise’s intellectual potential, we focuse attention on two aspects at the same time: the set of knowledge holders – people who are oriented towards cognitive and transformative activity, and the set of knowledge presented in material and technical forms. The study carries out periodization of scientific ideas development regarding intellectual potential. We substantiate modern approaches to the enterprise’s intellectual potential concept definition and highlight a number of differences that complicate the development of practical recommendations in the context of increasing the business entities competitive advantages in relation to other market participants.The study establishes a conceptual boundary regarding the categories of intellectual resources, intellectual capital, intellectual property and intellectual activity at the microeconomic level. We expand the classification of socio-economic factors that affect the modern enterprises intellectual potential reproduction and carry out the personal intellectual potential structuring in the context of human activity based on the enterprises’ innovative activity realities. We prove that each personal intellectual potential element is a set of possibilities, as a result of their interaction, a synergistic effect achievement. The inner nature of the intellectual potential reveales through the functions it performs. The study characterises intellectual potential levels in the context of the relationship with institutional and organizational structures and determines the main means influencing its formation and development. We developed a comprehensive methodological approach to the study of intellectual potential essence, taking into account the knowledge-based economy specifics.
MANAGING THE ASSORTMENT OF THE MANUFACTURER`S CONSUMER GOODS
Authors: Rozhko Viktor
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to certain aspects of the activities of product manufacturers in modern conditions - the development of recommendations for improving the management of the assortment of consumer goods. The stages of formation of a model for managing the assortment of a consumer goods manufacturer are defined, starting with the formation of an information base for management of the distribution policy, until the selection of the final strategy for managing the assortment of the enterprise. A study of the distribution channels of Kharkiv Meat Factory LLC and Kharkiv Dairy Factory PJSC shows that the main volume of products is sold through several intermediaries. At the same time, the increase in the final sale price is the result of the promotion of consumer goods through several intermediaries. It is proposed to reduce the chain of goods movement due to the creation of a joint distribution center by the manufacturer and the trade network. The process of modeling the company's assortment is very complex, which requires the use of a comprehensive approach. A comprehensive approach to the development of an assortment model consists in taking into account the elements of the company's assortment policy based on the application of heuristic methods of forecasting the sales volume of consumer goods, which predict the influence of external factors. Therefore, the article developed methodological recommendations for the construction of a management model for the process of forming the assortment of a consumer goods manufacturer as a system of theoretical and methodological views on understanding and defining the essence, content, goals, tasks, principles of forecasting sales volumes and distribution management methods, as well as organizational practical approaches to the formation of the mechanism of their implementation in the specific conditions of the operation of the enterprise. The proposed approach based on a flexible, competitive assortment model will allow to increase the competitiveness of domestic manufacturing enterprises and retail enterprises, which is absolutely necessary in the conditions of Ukraine's accession to the WTO.
INNOVATIONS OF BUSINESS PLANNING IN THE MARKET ECONOMIC SYSTEM
Authors: Babych Svitlana , Babych Dmytro
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to identify the latest trends in business planning. In order to achieve the defined goal, the research envisages solving the following tasks: providing a description of the traditional, classical approach to business planning; definition of modern trends in entrepreneurial activity and highlighting ways of adapting the business planning system to new challenges. business planning in the context of a traditional approach loses its effectiveness in the face of a changing business environment and new social trends. Transnational companies, companies with a complex subordinate structure should take into account the existence of a relationship between the processes of business planning and the coordination of the activities of divisions, including not only of a hierarchical nature, but also in the horizontal plane. Interaction between units outside the hierarchy takes place according to the "facilitation" pattern. Digitization has added a new DAM digital asset management strategy to the strategic planning of global enterprises, which allows you to avoid pitfalls in the joint use of a digital asset by structural divisions of the enterprise. Each company that chooses a DAM strategy for itself within the business plan should evaluate the future benefits according to three vectors: efficiency; avoiding unnecessary expenses; additional income. The traditional approach in business planning is suitable for the implementation of projects in a predictable environment, at the same time, for the launch of startups, where the plan is based on numerous assumptions, for now, discovery-driven planning is best. Prospects for further research on the topic of this article are related to the assessment of qualitative and quantitative parameters of the effectiveness of business planning in Ukraine.
Soft skills for employability: Exploring english graduates' awareness and practices in bangladesh
Authors: Robiul Islam , Happy Kumar Das , Monjurul Islam
Published: October 2023

This study examined the soft skills for employability among English graduates in Bangladesh. It identified twelve fundamental soft skills, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Self-Management, People Management, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Creativity, and 49 Sub-skills. To triangulate the data, the study utilized a student survey (N=323), in-depth interviews with teachers (N=18), focus group discussions with students (N=9), and secondary literature. The findings revealed that English graduates had a higher awareness of soft skills than their actual practice. The survey results showed a gap between soft skill awareness and practice, with participants ranking their overall skill level slightly above average. Emotional intelligence, leadership, people management, and interpersonal skills were rated the highest, while creativity, problemsolving, critical thinking, and communication received the lowest scores. The in-depth interviews and focus group discussions provided further insights into the soft skill experiences of English graduates. It was found that the large class sizes in NU colleges posed challenges for effective soft skills practices. However, self-directed learning was identified as an effective method for enhancing soft skill awareness and practice. Additionally, the English curriculum indirectly encouraged the development of emotional intelligence skills among literature and language students. Based on the findings, the study recommended incorporating soft skills training into the English curriculum and providing clear implementation guidelines. This would help boost the employability of English graduates in Bangladesh. The study's implications extend to educational policy and practice, providing valuable insights for improving graduates' employability and contributing to overall economic development in the country.
Importance of universal human values in education system: An overview
Authors: Aman  , Santosh Kumar , Suyash Sharma , Rakesh Kumar
Published: October 2023

Universal human values (UHV) play a significant role in the whole life of a human being. These values in the education system are necessary to create effective students who will bring the nation to greater height. However, the present education system just focuses on acquiring large amounts of information, passing examinations and procuring many higher degrees for the job. Thus, the people after getting the job only focus on earning more money, while giving less importance to relationship and right understanding. This results in number of problems at individual levels (depression, anxiety, stress, suicides, etc.), family level (breaking up of joint families, divorce, dowry, deaths etc.) and society level (growing incidence of terrorism, violence, communism, racial and ethnic struggle, wars and sex crimes etc.). Hence, this paper advocates about the basis of human values and the issues that the students face before learning the value based education and the positive changes that happens after understanding of value based education. This leads to technically skilled and morally strong professionals and even helps in enhancing more opportunities in their life.
Validity and Reliability of Wearable Devices during Self-Paced Walking, Jogging and Overground Skipping
Authors:   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Navalta James W. , Davis Dustin W. ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Carrier Bryson ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Malek Elias M. ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Vargas Nicole ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Perdomo Rodriguez Jorge ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Weyers Bianca ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Carlos Katherine ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Peck Myranda ,   University of Nevada, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Published: October 2023

Wearable technology can track unusual exercise, providing data for improving fitness. The aim of the study was to determine validity and reliability during walking, jogging, and skipping. Eighteen volunteers completed 5 min self-paced activities interspersed with 5 min rest. Variables and devices were step count (Garmin Instinct), estimated energy expenditure (Garmin Instinct, Polar Vantage M2), and heart rate (Garmin Instinct, Polar Vantage M2, Polar OH1, Polar Verity Sense). Validity measures were mean absolute percent error (MAPE) and Lin’s Concordance (CCC), and reliability were coefficient of variation (CV), and intraclass correlation (ICC). Thresholds were MAPE ≤5%, CCC≥0.90, CV≤10%, ICC≥0.70. Garmin Instinct step count during skipping was not considered valid (MAPE=90.2%, CCC=0.008) or reliable (CV=6%, ICC CI=0.4). Energy expenditure during skipping was not valid or reliable in the Garmin Instinct (MAPE=28%, CCC=0.27; CV=19%, ICC=0.61) or the Polar Vantage M2 (MAPE=19%, CCC=0.57; CV=13%). While the Polar Vantage M2 was reliable for estimated energy expenditure during walking and jogging activities, wrist-worn devices (Garmin Instinct, Polar Vantage M2) were neither valid nor reliable in returning estimated energy expenditure during overground skipping. From a wider perspective, wearable device algorithms for estimating energy expenditure should continue to be refined until they return the same level of accuracy as what is currently observed for heart rate, and to a lesser extent step count. Skipping may be an excellent unusual activity for testing wearable devices.
Comparison of Body Compositions among Endurance, Strength, and Team Sports Athletes
Authors:   Universitas Airlangga, Master of Sport Health Science, Faculty of Medicine, Indonesia, Azmy Ulul , Rahmaniah Nabila ,   Universitas Airlangga, Medical Program, Faculty of Medicine, Indonesia, Raiza Renzytha Ananli ,   Universitas Airlangga, Medical Program, Faculty of Medicine, Indonesia, Raditya Atmaka Dominikus ,   Universitas Airlangga, Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Public Health, Indonesia, Pratiwi Rachmahnia ,   Universitas Airlangga, Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Public Health, Indonesia, Rizal Mochammad ,   Cornell University, Nutrition Science, International Nutrition, United States, Adiningsih Sri ,   Universitas Airlangga, Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Public Health, Indonesia, Herawati Lilik ,   Universitas Airlangga, Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Indonesia
Published: October 2023

Regular monitoring and evaluation of body composition determine an athlete’s output, such as their probability of winning competitions. The purpose of this study was to analyze the differences in athletes’ body composition among several sports categories. The data collected were on 251 athletes aged 20 to 30 years during the pre-competition period. The subjects were divided into three groups: endurance, power, and team sports. SECA 515mBCA was used to analyze the athletes’ body composition, which included their body fat percentage (BFP), fat mass (FM), fat-free mass (FFM), skeletal muscle mass (SMM), total body water (TBW), and extracellular water (ECW). The results showed that all body composition parameters were lowest in the endurance category. Fat composition was lowest in the endurance category but did not differ significantly between categories in male athletes. Meanwhile, in female athletes, there was a significant difference in FM between sports categories (p=0.009). FFM, SMM, TBW, and ECW differed significantly between categories (p<0.05). In female athletes, these variables were higher in the team sports category, as opposed to the power category among male athletes. This study concluded that there were differences in lean body mass composition between sport categories, while fat mass did not differ between sport categories in male athletes. This can be attributed to the differences in training programs and needs of each sport category in maximizing performance. These findings can provide advice to sports professionals that each sport category has its own body composition specifications.
Experiences and Attitudes of Parents about Children’s Free Time at Children’s Sports Playgrounds
Authors:   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Kinesiology, Zagreb, Croatia, Matijasevic Paula , Vukasinovic Antonija ,   University Josip Juraj Strossmayer, Faculty of Humanities and Science, Osijek, Croatia, Matijasevic Bruno ,   University Josip Juraj Strossmayer, Faculty of Humanities and Science, Osijek, Croatia
Published: October 2023

The importance of children’s stay at children’s playgrounds is important for the overall development of children. Numerous studies support children’s stay at playgrounds to develop social, cognitive, and psychomotor skills. The goal of this study was to determine the attitudes of parents of early and preschool children about children’s stay at playgrounds and parents’ experiences with the equipment of children’s playgrounds. Also, this study aims to correlate factors that affects children´s visit to playground. For the research, a questionnaire was constructed that contains units that examine the equipment of children’s playgrounds, attitudes about the frequency of visits to children’s playgrounds, and attitudes about the importance of visiting children’s playgrounds. The research is carried out online and includes the population of parents of children of early and preschool age in the Republic of Croatia. The results of this research show the proximity of children’s playgrounds, from 100 to 250 meters, to the respondent’s place of residence. In all regions, the greatest availability is space for jogging and walking, while the least available space is for table tennis. Multiple regression analysis showed a statistically significant correlation of R=0.45 between visiting children’s playgrounds and parents’ attitudes and opinions about children’s playgrounds. Our results show that the distance of children´s playgrounds largely depends on their attendance, but their equipment is not important for children’s physical activity.
Comparative Analysis of Anthropometric Characteristics and Body Composition among Elite Female Futsal Players in Montenegro, North Macedonia and Croatia
Authors:   University of Nis, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Nis, Serbia, Katanic Borko , Bjelica Dusko ,   University of Montenegro, Faculty for Sport and Physical Education, Niksic, Montenegro, Sebic Lejla ,   University of Sarajevo, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Preljevic Adem ,   State University of Novi Pazar, Novi Pazar, Serbia, Stankovic Mima ,   University of Nis, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Nis, Serbia, Brkic Sanja ,   University of Mostar, Faculty of Health Studies, Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Published: October 2023

Anthropometric characteristics and body composition play an important role in achievements in most sports, however, there are still no specific recommendations on anthropometry-body composition for women in futsal. The research aimed to determine differences in anthropometric characteristics and body composition between elite female futsal players, members of the best futsal clubs in Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Croatia. The sample of respondents consisted of 30 elite female futsal players. The first sub-sample consisted of players from Montenegro (n=11, 19.18±2.44 yrs), the second sub-sample consisted of players from North Macedonia (n=10, 18.10±3.03 yrs), and the last sub-sample was consisted by players from Croatia (n=9, 20.33±5.17 yrs). Anthropometric characteristics and body composition were evaluated by a battery of 11 variables: body height (BH), body mass (BM), triceps skinfold (TS), biceps skinfold (BiS), back skinfold (BS), abdominal skinfold (AS), upper leg skinfold (UlS), lower leg skinfold (LlS), body mass index (BMI), fat percentage (FP), and muscle mass percentages (MP). Based on the ANOVA and post-hoc tests, findings showed that have differences between the groups in 4 anthropometric parameters such body height, body mass, abdominal skinfold, and muscle mass percentages. Female futsal players from Montenegro and Croatia have significantly higher results in parameters such as body height, body mass, and muscle mass percentages. While futsal players from Montenegro have significantly higher abdominal skinfold values than Croatia. The results suggest that there is some difference in anthropometry- body composition between groups of female futsal players, but for more complete conclusions an analysis should be performed on a larger sample of high-level female futsal players. However, despite that, this research made a significant contribution because it was the first to identify differences in anthropometric characteristics and body composition among elite female futsal players from different countries in this part of the world. In this way, it has opened the doors for further research into the anthropometry of female futsal players in this region.
Effect of Concurrent Strength and Endurance Training on Distance Running Performances in Well-Trained Athletes
Authors:   Bahir Dar University, Department of Sport Science, Sports Academy, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, Akalu Wondem Demeku , Melkamu Tegegne Zelalem ,   Bahir Dar University, Department of Sport Science, Sports Academy, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
Published: October 2023

Athletes competing in distance competitions have used a combination of aerobic and anaerobic training approaches to train and enhance the performance-determining elements. Nevertheless, few studies have reported data related to the effect of concurrent training on well-trained distance (3,000 m – 10,000 m) runners. Because of limited evidence available for this population, this study aimed to investigate the effect of concurrent strength and endurance training on distance running performance. A randomized study was conducted. Thirty-nine distance runners (16.62±0.71 years) were randomly assigned into the endurance training group (ETG; n=13), strength training group (STG; n=13), and concurrent training group (CTG; n=13). The 12 weeks of training in which each group trained 3 times a week. The participants were tested on 1RM squat test, push-up test, VO2 max, and 5-km time trial. Findings showed that STG significantly higher than ETG enhancements on 1RMsquat (p<0.001) and push-up (p<0.001) and STG significantly higher than CTG enhancements on 1RM squat (p<0.001), push up (p=0.045). ETG results were significantly better than those obtained by STG on VO2 max (p=0.002) and 5-km time trial (p=0.004). Finally, the improvements obtained by CTG were significantly higher than those attained by ETG on 1RM squat (p<0.001), push-up (p<0.001); VO2 max (p<0.001) and 5-km time trial (p=0.002). In conclusion, performing 12-week concurrent training program improves performance variables that can be obtained with strength and endurance training in long-distance running. Athletes can acquire strength and endurance adaptations by engaging in concurrent training regimens.
Speed and Agility Training in Female Soccer Players - A Systematic Review
Authors:   University of Nis, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Nis, Serbia, Stankovic Mima , Djordjevic Dusan ,   University of Nis, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Nis, Serbia, Katanic Borko ,   University of Nis, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Nis, Serbia, Petrovic Anja ,   University of Nis, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Nis, Serbia, Jelaska Igor ,   University of Split, Faculty of Kinesiology, Split, Croatia, Bjelica Dusko ,   University of Montenegro, Faculty for Sport and Physical Education, Niksic, Montenegro, Mekic Amel ,   University of Sarajevo, Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Published: October 2023

Female soccer players performs between 1350-1650 activity changes, along with jumping, accelerating and decelerating. The ability to repeat these actions identically in competition are essential for success in female soccer. Hence, the study aim was to summarize relevant literature on the effects of speed and agility training in female soccer players. Literature identification were conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines and in multiple databases (Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, ProQuest, EBSCOhost and Science Direct). Based on the pre-defined inclusion criteria (year of publication (2003-2022), full-text study published in English, the experimental study that had included healthy and injury-free female soccer players as participant sample) database search have identified 23502 potential studies. In the end, a total of seven full-text studies were included, with a total of 165 female participants. There were a variety of experimental programs, such as resisted, assisted and traditional sprint training, high-speed treadmill, speed and agility trainings, and repeated agility and strength group, along with their comparison with strength training group. Likewise, different types of duration, intensity and frequency were observed and resulted overall speed and agility improvements in female soccer players. Authors can conclude that only with well prepared and organized program, especially in pre-season, female soccer players should be able to improve important and specific factors, in order to achieve desired aim and result in terms of speed and agility.
Características da atuação publicitária e o uso de social media analytics: cenário do sul do Brasil
Authors: Spagnol Simi dos Santos Silvia , Carvalho Carlos Eduarto
Published: October 2023

Objetivo – Com o avanço do uso das mídias sociais pelos consumidores e pelas marcas, a análise dos dados advindos de tais meios parece ter se tornado imprescindível para as agências publicitárias atingirem um bom desempenho em suas campanhas. Esta pesquisa explora as características do publicitário atuante no sul do Brasil bem como o cenário das agências de propaganda frente ao uso dos dados de Social Media Analytics (SMA).

Theoretical framework – Utilizou-se as características do publicitário, das agências publicitárias e do uso de análise de mídia social. 

 

Metodologia – Trata-se de um estudo quantitativo e descritivo, operacionalizado por coleta de dados primários por meio de uma survey online a aplicada a 92 profissionais publicitários atuantes em diferentes agências sul brasileiras. Procedeu-se com análise descritiva e de variância (ANOVA) utilizando o software SPSS®.

Resultados – Os resultados mostram o perfil do publicitário e das agências bem como indicam um forte uso de ferramentas de análise convencionais. As agências carecem de pessoas, pesquisa e investimento quanto a coleta de dados em plataformas e softwares complexos como de coleta de dados de big data.

Implicações – Com base nos achados estabelecidos, os futuros pesquisadores podem desejar investigar outras ferramentas a fim de atualizar o campo. Implicações práticas convergem para um maior investimento por parte dos gerentes de mídia social em ferramentas e aprendizado de big data, já que seu uso pode impactar de forma significativa na atuação do profissional no ambiente digital.

Originalidade/Valor – Poucos estudos investigaram os publicitários e agências brasileiras. As descobertas podem ser vistas como um passo preliminar para uma maior compreensão das atividades relacionadas ao fazer publicitário, especialmente frente ao ambiente digital. O estudo também é original pois testou uma escala de uso de ferramentas de SMA, o que fortalece o campo e amplia os conhecimentos específicos inerentes a atividade publicitária no ambiente digital.
Analysis of avian influenza A (H3N8) viruses in poultry and their zoonotic potential, China, September 2021 to May 2022
Authors: Cui Pengfei , Shi Jianzhong , Yan Cheng , Wang Congcong , Zhang Yuancheng , Zhang Yaping , Xing Xin , Chen Yuan , Zhang Jie , Liu Liling , Zeng Xianying , Tian Guobin , Li Chengjun , Suzuki Yasuo , Deng Guohua , Chen Hualan
Published: October 2023

Background

Two human cases of avian influenza A (H3N8) virus infection were reported in China in 2022.

Aim

To characterise H3N8 viruses circulating in China in September 2021−May 2022.

Methods

We sampled poultry and poultry-related environments in 25 Chinese provinces. After isolating H3N8 viruses, whole genome sequences were obtained for molecular and phylogenetic analyses. The specificity of H3N8 viruses towards human or avian receptors was assessed in vitro. Their ability to replicate in chicken and mice, and to transmit between guinea pigs was also investigated.

Results

In total, 98 H3N8 avian influenza virus isolates were retrieved from 38,639 samples; genetic analysis of 31 representative isolates revealed 17 genotypes. Viruses belonging to 10 of these genotypes had six internal genes originating from influenza A (H9N2) viruses. These reassorted viruses could be found in live poultry markets and comprised the strains responsible for the two human infections. A subset of nine H3N8 viruses (including six reassorted) that replicated efficiently in mice bound to both avian-type and human-type receptors in vitro. Three reassorted viruses were shed by chickens for up to 9 days, replicating efficiently in their upper respiratory tract. Five reassorted viruses tested on guinea pigs were transmissible among these by respiratory droplets.

Conclusion

Avian H3N8 viruses with H9N2 virus internal genes, causing two human infections, occurred in live poultry markets in China. The low pathogenicity of H3N8 viruses in poultry allows their continuous circulation with potential for reassortment. Careful monitoring of spill-over infections in humans is important to strengthen early-warning systems and maintain influenza pandemic preparedness.
Silviu Sana, Tiberiu Alexandru Ciorba, Traian Ostahie, Seminarul Tinerimii Române Unite din Oradea. O istorie a Seminarului leopoldin și a formării clerului greco-catolic (1741-1948), vol. I-III (Cluj-Napoca: Mega, 2022)
Authors:   1 Decembrie 1918 University of Alba Iulia, Dumitran Daniel
Published: October 2023

Review of the work Seminarul Tinerimii Române Unite din Oradea. O istorie a Seminarului leopoldin și a formării clerului greco-catolic (1741-1948), vol. I-III, edited by Silviu Sana, Tiberiu Alexandru Ciorba and Traian Ostahie.
Influence of NPK on the Growth, Yield and Composition of "ice Varieties Differing in Inherent Yield Potentials
Authors:   Assitant Agronomist, National Demonstration Scheme Coimbatore 3, T KALYANIKUTTY , Y.B MORACHAN ,   Professor and Head of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003
Published: October 2023

Three varieties (tall indica TKM 6, Japonica indica ADT 27 and dwarf indica Co. 33) differing in inherent yield potentials were taken and the influence of NPK on the growth, yield and nutrient aspects were assessed. The optimum doses of N were 39 kg per acre for TKM 6, 106 kg for ADT 27 and 157 kg for Co 33. For maxim-sing produ- ction and increasing the cultivators' monetary profit, Co 33 was found superior to the other two chosen varieties.
Effect of Plant Density and Rate of Nitrogen Application on IR 20 Rice
Authors:   Assitant Professor, Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, RAJ MICHAEL , Y.B MORACHAN ,   Professor and Head of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, S SUBRAMANIAN ,   AssociateProfessor of Agronomy (Water Management Scheme) Madurai, K.K SUBBIAH ,   Associate Professor, of Agronomy,  (AICRIP) Coimbatore 641003
Published: October 2023

The field experiments conducted in split plot design with six levels of nitrogen and two spacings revealed that 15 X 10 cm spacing with two seedlings per hill and applica- tion of 200 kg N/ha were the best to get most economic return.
Effect of Chemical and Cultural Methods of Weed Control on Transplanted Rice
Authors:   Assitant Professor, Department of Agronomy, Agrl,College and Research Institute,Madurai 625 104. Tamil Nadu., P.K RANGIAH , A PALCHAMY ,   Instructor, Department of Agronomy, Agrl,College and Research Institute,Madurai 625 104. Tamil Nadu, P POTHIRAJ ,   Instructor, Department of Agronomy, Agrl,College and Research Institute,Madurai 625 104. Tamil Nadu
Published: October 2023

Machete granules and Stam-F, 34 are very effective to control the weeds in tran- splanted rice when they are supplemented with one hand weeding 5 weeks after plant- ing. The herbicides lack residual activity and do not control effectively the regeneration of particularly perer.nial weeds. Machete granules at 2.5 kg a. l/ha is more effective and economical than Stum F-34 at 3.0 ka a. I. / ha individually and in combination with one hand weeding.
Effect of Soil Moisture on the Yield and Yield Components of Maize
Authors:   Assitant Agronomist, Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, M NADANAM , Y.B MORACHAN ,   Professor and Head of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003
Published: October 2023

Field experiment was conducted with five levels of irrigation at 0, 20, 40, 60 and 80 per cent availablo moisture regimes under uniform doses of NPK fertilizers to find out the water requirement of maize crop. The results were: (1) The water requirement of maize was found to be 27.65 acre inches (2) There was significant increase in respect of important yield components such as grain weight per plant. 1000-grain weight and the cob yield per plant as the moisture level increased and (3) The moisture level of 60-80 per cent was found to be congenial for highest grain and straw yields of maize.
Components of Yield in Sweet and Pop-Corn
Authors:   H.P University Palampur, R.K SHARMA
Published: October 2023

In popcorn vield was found to be positively associated with leaf breadth and node number whereas leaf length showed negative relationship. The multiple correlation co- efficient suggested that number of rows / ear was the most important yield component In sweet corn, node number was positively and significantly correlated with grain yield ear length, number of rows / ear and grain number/row accounted for 64.71 per cent whereas number of rows/ear and ear length contributed 54.48 per cent of variability in yield. Correlation coefficients among yield components were different in sweet and popcorn. This points to the need of development of different selection procedures for these two types of corn.
Response of Long and Medium Duration Varieties of Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn.) to Farm Yard Manure and Nitrogen
Authors:   Instructor Department of Agricultural Botany, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, P RANGASAMY , K KUMARASWAMY ,   Deputy Agricultural Officer (Chemistry) Soil Testing Laboratory Coimbatore
Published: October 2023

Field experiments were conducted for three seasons to find out the response of medium and long duration varieties of finger millet to nitrogen and farm yard manure, The results revealed that the application of farm yard manure at 25 tonnes/ha did not sig nificantly increase the grain viclds in both medium and long duration varieties. Applica- tion of N at 112.5 kg/ha to both medium and long duration varieties of finger millet was the optimum and economical dose.
Studies on the Uptake of Nitrogen and Phosphorus in Two Green Gram Varieties
Authors:   Instructor of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, K VENUGOPAL , Y.B MORACHAN ,   Professor and Head of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003
Published: October 2023

Effects of nitrogen (0 to 30 kg/ha) and phosphorus (0 to 60 kg/ha) and its uptake by the crop were studied in two green gram varieties [Rajendran and Pusa Baisaki moono]. Nitrogen levels individually had no influence on seed yield while phosphorus levels showed significant influence. Variety, nitrogen interaction on seed yield was observed. N, P and K per cent in plant dry matter were maximum at pre-bloom stage and decreased thereafter. varieties showed marked difference in nutrient [N, P and K] uptake. Pusa Baisakhi moong removed lesser N. P and K but gave higher seed yield. Crop re- moval of phosphorus ranged between 5 and 10 kg/ha.
Spacing of Irrigated Bunch Groundnut in the Lower Bhavani Project Region of Tamil Nadu
Authors:   Director of Research Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, S VARISAI MUHAMMAD , M STEPHEN DORAIRAJ ,   Associate Professor of Agricultural Botany, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003
Published: October 2023

Study of spacing for irrigated bunch groundnut conducted during August, to December seasons of 1965 to 1967 at Bhavanisagar showed that varving the plant-space under a constant row space decreased the height of main stem and length of primary branches and increased the number of secondary branches, flower production and number of mature and immature pods per plant. The closer spacing of 15 x 15 cm recorded 34.1 per cent increased yield over 21.5 x 15 cm (standard) while all the other spacing treatments produced lower yield. A spacing of 15 x 15 cm with a seed rate of 150 kg/ ha yielded 1,569 kg of pod and resulted in a net income of Rs. 1231/ ha which was Rs. 548/ more than that recorded under 22.5 x 15 cm,
Studies on Pre-sowing and Pre-emergence Herbicides for Weed Control in Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.)
Authors:   Assitant Professor, Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, R KULAN JAIVELL , V.S SHANMUGASUNDARAM ,   Assitant Professor, Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, N.T JAGANNATHAN ,   Instructor, Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, Y.B MORACHAN ,   Professor, Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003, S SANKARAN ,   Associate Professor, Department of Agronomy, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641003
Published: October 2023

A field trial was laid out to evaluate herbicides for effective weed contr in safflower. EPTC, alachlor and nitrofen were tried in two different doses each along with control and hand weeding. Nitrofe.) and alachlor were found to be effective in reducing weed numbers Application of herbicides did not influence the plant characters except the secondary branches. Alachlor at 151 a. i./ha was found to have eflecule weed control followed by hand weeding twice.