bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Potential effect of antimicrobial agents against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains from patients with skin infections
Authors: A.  Hashim Intisar , H. Wdaah Qasim , A. Atya Ahmed
Published: July 2024

The present study is designed to investigate S. aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria isolated from wound and burn patients in Thi-qar province and detection of the optimal antibiotic. All S. aureus isolates were tested for their susceptibility to thirteen antibiotics, all S. aureus isolates 100% were resistant to ß-lactam antibiotics to both Ampicillin, penicillin, 91.5% to both cefoxitin, oxacillin, 89.1% to both Vancomycin, ciprofloxacin , iodine and ethanol has reduced 100% the growth of S. aureus and Tobramycin  , 78.3% to tetracycline ,67.5% Netilmicin, 64.8% Clindamycin, 59.4% Erythromycin, 45.9% to both Amikacin , Ciprofloxacin and 29.7%Gentamicin while Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates were tested for their susceptibility to twelve  antibiotics, all isolates 100% were resistant to both Trimethoprim , Amikacin, Piperacillin, Ticarcillin, Aztreonam and Gentamicin ,95.2% cefotaxime , 85.7%Colistin sulphate, 80.9% to both Netilmicin, Ceftazidime, 76.1% Ciprofloxacin and  28.5% Imipenem. It concluded from the present study that all isolates of S. aureus were resistant to B-lactam antibiotics and Ciprofloxacin must be the best antibiotic that used against this microorganism.
A Review of Various Steganography Techniques in Cloud Computing
Authors: Akeel Awadh Wid , Salah Hashim Ali , Khalaf Hamoud Alaa
Published: July 2024

One of the latest trends in IT sector is cloud computing. It develops the capabilities of organizations dynamically without training new employees, obtaining new software licenses or investing in infrastructure. At present, user keeps and share a high amount of data on cloud, and hence, the security of cloud computing is necessary so that there is no threat to any of the user’s data. Steganography is becoming a standard practice for both cloud users and cloud service providers as a mechanism against unauthorized surveillance. Steganography refers to writing hidden messages in a way that only the sender and receiver have the ability to safely know and transfer the hidden information in the means of communications. The aim of this paper is to provide an overview of steganography in cloud computing and compare various studies on the basis of technique selection, carrier formats, payload capacity and embedding algorithm to open important research directions.
Some Cytokines Levels (IL-6 and IL-10) in Sera Patients with Cutaneous Leismanasis in Nassiriya Province
Authors: Alaa Hussein Oleiwi
Published: July 2024

The present study was carried out in the Labs of collage of education for pure science, during period from January 2017 to endDecember of the same year. The immune status investigates for CLpatients by measuring the levels of cytokines (IL6and IL10) in sera using a technique enzyme-linked immune Sorbent adsorptive (ELISA). The study included 120 subjects with (60 CLpatientsL.majar and 60 CLpatients L. tropica with and (30) were healthy control. Increased mean Serum level of IL6 was in the  observed in the total patients as compared to control Subjects (224.53pg/ml,70.70pg/ml), the result indicate there was  significant difference at (p<0.05) ,such observation was consistent in the patient infected with L.majar and L. tropica (104 .90 pg/ml and 112.78 pg/ml) respectively. The results of the IL10 showed  significant difference at (p<0.05)increased of mean Serum level in the total CL patients as compared  to control Subjects(226.90 pg/ml 46.77pg/ml,).Ahighly significant difference at (p<0.05) increased observed in patients group infected with  L.majar and followed by patients group infected  L. tropica (112.78pg/ml and 114.12pg/ml) respectively.These results revealed that the excessive presence of cytokines might play a role in CL patients.
Effect of Vitamin D3 on Liver and Kidney Function of Diabetes Mellitus Male Rats
Authors: Nabeel Mahdi Abed
Published: July 2024

The present study was carried out in the animal house and laboratories of the College of Veterinary Medicine/ University of Basrah to investigate the role of the administration of vitamin D3 on liver and kidney function of  alloxan induced toxic in mature male rats. For this purpose, 48 male rats were divided into 4 groups with 12 animals in each as the following; group (1), animals of were administered with D.W(0.2ml)/day by oral gavages for 6 weeks as control group, group(2) were injected intraperitoneally with 150 mg/kg b.w of alloxan as diabetic group, group (3)  were injected with alloxan then administered with 500 UI/kg/day of alpha 25-hydroxy vitamin D3 by gavages for 6 weeks orally, group (4) were injected with alloxan then administer 1000 UI/kg/day of alpha 25-hydroxy vitamin D3 by gavages for 6 weeks orally.     At the end of the experiment, animals were euthanized and blood samples were obtained for some biochemical assessment of liver and kidneys.In compares with control, alloxan treated rats recorded a significant increase (p≤0.05)in serum concentration of ALT, AST,ALP ,urea and creatinine,  while  there was a significant decrease (p≤0.05) in serum total protein. On other hand, administration of vitamin D3 for diabetic rats induced a significant improvement (P≤0.05) of serum ALT, AST, ALP, total protein urea and creatinine.
Effect of Current on Plasma Parameters Resulting from the Wires-Exploding Technique of Copper Material
Authors: Ojs_admin
Published: July 2024

In this research the diagnostic of optical emission spectroscopy from exploding copper wires have done for different current. By using Boltzman plot  can be calculated the plasma electron temperature , and by using Stark broadening can be evaluated the electron density  for different current of (75, 100 and 150)A with diameter 0.25 mm in deionized water. It was observed that the electron density  decrease with an increasing the current from 75 A to 150 A while the electron temperatures increase for the same current. The plasma has a peak 652 nm corresponding to Hα line for .hydrogen .atoms which obtained from .optical emission spectrum (OES), the peaks belong to atomic copper lines. The plasma electron temperature related with emission line intensity and number .density with the formed copper nanoparticles size was studied.
Fracture resistance of endodontically treated root obturated with different root canal sealers( A comparative in vitro study)
Authors: Alkhawaja Nabeel , MS Shukri Biland , Saad Gawish Abeer
Published: July 2024

Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate and compare the fracture resistance of endodontically treated root obturated with four different root canal sealers..
Methods: Sixty extracted palatal root of upper molars were collected and sectioned to get a 11mm root length. All root canals were instrumented using edge endo X7 system rotary files and 35# size was the final size used to finish all the canals.
After instrumentation the samples were divided into four groups of 15 samples in each according to the type of sealer used, a single cone obturation technique was used:
Group 1: obturated with AH Plus sealer and gutta-percha. Group 2: obturated with Neosealer BC sealer and gutta-percha. Group 3: Obturated with MTA-Fillapex sealer and gutta-percha.
Group 4: Obturated with OneFill BC sealer and gutta-percha.
After incubation period of 7 days at 37°C and 100% humidity the samples covered with thin layer polyvinylsiloxane impression material to simulate a periodontal membrane and then molded in acrylic blocks so as to set the samples ready for fracture resistance test using universal testing machine at a cross head speed of 0.5mm/min., One-way ANOVA and Posthoc tests assessed the data statistically.
Results: The results showed that fracture resistance was significantly higher in those canals that were filled with Neosealer BC sealer (69.90N) in comparison to the other different sealers used in the study (p≤0.05).
Conclusion: Under the condition of this study, the following conclusions can be derived:

The application of any root canal sealers resulted in an enhancement of the resistance to fractures in teeth that have undergone endodontic treatment.
Neosealer Bioceramic sealer group showed the highest fracture resistance than other groups. Followed by Onefill bioceramic, MTA Fillapex and Ah plus.
Availability, accessibility, and intake of vegetables native to Mexico
Authors: Sánchez Gómez Carlos , Caamal-Cauich Ignacio , Pat-Fernández Verna G.
Published: July 2024

Objective: to analyze the intake of vegetables native to Mexico from 1980 to 2020, based on the food security approach.
Methodology: the availability and accessibility dimensions of food security were taken into consideration for this study; in addition, descriptive statistics and regression models were used.
Results: the apparent national intake of native vegetables increased during the study period, reaching 6.821 million tons in the year 2020, while the per capita intake was 148 grams in the same year. The actual income and the quarterly family expenses on vegetables, pulses, and seeds decreased from $1,890 Mexican pesos in 1980 to $1,082 Mexican pesos in 2020.
Study Limitations/Implications: the food utilization and stability dimensions that encompass food safety were not included in the study.
Conclusions: public food security policies must promote the production and intake of vegetables native to Mexico and increase the actual income of the most vulnerable Mexican families, facilitating accessibility to these products.
Marafalfa grass (Pennisetum purpureum Schum) and mucuna (Stizolobium pruriens L. Medik) silage in a semi-confined sheep system in southeastern Mexico
Authors: Chiquini Medina Ricardo Antonio , Cárdenas López Roberto Amado , Palma Cancino David Julián , Castillo Aguilar Crescencio de la Cruz
Published: July 2024

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate an alternative for feeding with silage to limit the decrease in productivity in dry seasons for sheep producers.
Design/methodology/approach: Ensilage was made with marafalfa grass (Pennisetum purpureum Schum) and endemic mucuna (Stizolobium pruriens (L.) Medik). The feeding method evaluated consisted of a semi-confined system, allowing the sheep to graze for a period of five hours per day, to later supplement it with the proposed silage. Studies of bromatological parameters were carried out with the three proposed silage treatments, and the weight of the sheep was measured at the beginning, during and at the end of fattening.
Results: The results suggest that the P. purpureum silo demonstrates significant weight gain, which is why it is proposed as an alternative for dry seasons.
Limitations on the study/implications: In the state of Campeche, sheep production is carried out under extensive direct grazing systems on grasslands, with scarce technology and low productivity. In the dry season, the productivity of these systems suffers a significant loss, due to limitations.
Findings/conclusions: Ensilage without the addition of mucuna (S. pruriens) obtained better results in sheep growth and this may be due to palatability. It is suggested to include a drying process prior to adding the mucuna (S. pruriens)
Infestation of Cattle with the Tick Amblyomma mixtum in the States with the Highest Cattle Inventory in Mexico
Authors: Cárdenas-Amaya C. , Romero Salas Dora , Aguilar-Domínguez M. , Cruz-Romero A. , Alonso-Díaz M. A. , Sánchez-Montes S. , González-Hernández M. , Rosas-Saito G. , Pérez de León A. A.
Published: July 2024

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Objective: The Amblyomma mixtum tick is one of the main parasites affecting cattle in Mexico. Epidemiological records of A. mixtum in leading states in the national cattle industry, such as Jalisco, Chiapas, Michoacán, Tabasco, and Veracruz, are outdated since this tick species was previously classified as A. cajennense. The objective was to update the records of the A. mixtum tick in the states of Jalisco, Chiapas, Michoacán, Tabasco, and Veracruz, as well as the main ixodicide molecules used for its control.
Methodology: From March 2022 to July 2023, ticks were collected from cattle in 46 bovine production units (BPUs) distributed in the states mentioned above. Identification was performed using standardized taxonomic keys. Scanning electron microscopy was performed on specimens corresponding to A. mixtum.
Results: Out of a total of 619 specimens of the genus Amblyomma from 22 PBUs, it was confirmed that 100% correspond to the species A. mixtum. Amitraz, an ixodicide molecule belonging to the chemical class of amidines, was used in 63.2% of the BPUs where the presence of A. mixtum was also reported.
Conclusions: This research confirms cattle infestation with A. mixtum in states with the highest cattle production in Mexico. Further studies with a focus on resistance and extension are required to prolong the usefulness of available tools, including ixodicides, for integrated control of A. mixtum infestations where this tick infests cattle in Mexico.
Profitability analysis of the use of a variable dosing system for the differentiated application of fertilizer in corn crops
Authors: Ayala Garay Alma Velia , Audelo-Benítez Marco A.
Published: July 2024

Objective: a profitability comparison was made between corn production with the use of a variable doser and a conventional fertilizer doser. The variable doser for the differentiated application of fertilizer was built at CENEMA of INIFAP.
An experimental plot was established, applying the recommendations established in the technological package for grain corn production, by INIFAP, in the State of Mexico.With the variable doser, it was verified that the fertilizer needs of the soil required 11.5 % less than that supplied by a constant application doser. The yield obtained was 5.6 % higher than in the conventional one. The B/C benefit/cost ratio of corn production with the variable doser was 1.60, while with the conventional doser it was 1.44, for both cases the profitability is positive, with a difference of $0.16 cents.
The profitability with the use of the variable doser was higher than with the conventional doser.
Productive and Ruminal Microbiological Behavior of Sheep Fed with Two Levels of Dehydrated Orange Residue
Authors: Pérez Sato Marcos , Pérez Hernández Hermes , García García Uriel , Soni Guillermo Eutiquio , Castro González Numa Pompilio , Valencia Franco Edgar , Ponce Covarrubias José Luis , Flores Espinosa Blanca Berenice , Domínguez Perales Luis Antonio
Published: July 2024

Objective: To evaluate the productive and ruminal microbiological behavior of sheep fed with two levels of dehydrated orange residue (DOR).
Design/methodology/approach: Thirty Dorper x Katahdin crossbred male sheep with an average live weight of 22 ± 1.0 kg were distributed in a completely randomized design, with three treatments and ten repetitions. The distribution of treatments was as follows: T1 = diet with 0% DOR (control), T2 = diet with 15% DOR, and T3 = diet with 30% DOR. The variables evaluated were daily weight gain, dry matter intake, feed conversion, ruminal pH, and microbiological analysis.
Results: There were no significant differences (p>0.05) in the productive variables due to the inclusion of DOR in the diet. Similarly, the concentration of ruminal microorganisms did not present significant differences between treatments.
Study limitations/implications: The study did not include an economic analysis that would demonstrate a reduction in production costs by decreasing the inclusion of maize in the diet.
Conclusions: Maize grain is one of the most commonly used cereals as an energy source in sheep feeding; however, it can be replaced by DOR up to 30% without affecting the productive and ruminal microbiological variables in fattening sheep.
Physicochemical characterization of flour based on waste shrimp exoskeleton obtained by dehydration processes
Authors: Jiménez Gómez Gema del Carmen , Martínez-Herrera Jorge , Martínez-Lara Leonardo , Avendaño-Vásquez Gilda
Published: July 2024

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Objective: To characterize the physicochemical and nutritional compounds of meal made from shrimp (Farfantepenaeus aztecus L.) exoskeleton, obtained through hot air dehydration processes, in order to value new products and applications, according to their nutritional components.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Shrimp producers from Alvarado, Veracruz, were interviewed using a quantitative approach with a descriptive scope. Likewise, shrimp (Farfantepenaeus aztecus L.) shells were dehydrated and powdered to transform them into meal. The proximate chemical composition was analyzed to determine its nutritional composition and its macro and micronutrients, as well as to identify the deficiencies or excesses of certain nutrients. The general public and local ranchers were surveyed and interviewed to establish the opinions, preferences, and behaviors of consumers regarding meal by-products, in order to evaluate their market acceptance.
Results: In Alvarado, Veracruz, 2.5 tons of shrimp shell are wasted. The meal obtained from these shells has a high protein (45.40%) and mineral content, which includes Ca (11.17%), Na (6.86%), Fe (237 mg/Kg-1), and Zn (77 mg/Kg-1). Therefore, this nutrient content guarantees the quality of the protein input that is acquired and the food that is provided.
Study Limitations/Implications: Access to outdated statistical information, resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, hindered the collection of relevant data. Likewise, the lack of interest of the producers in monitoring the project and the limited participation and knowledge of the workers represented a significant challenge to the progress of the study.
Findings/Conclusions: The meal under study contained nutritional elements, making it a product with high nutritional quality that could add value to shrimp waste and that has potential applications in the food industry, in the production of fertilizers, and in the formulation of balanced feed for animals. Consequently, it would contribute to the reduction of pollution in the Alvarado lagoon system.
Morphological identification and characterization of the formation of floral primordium in Vanilla planifolia (Orchidaceae)
Authors: Pérez-Posadas Martin , Zavaleta-Mancera Hilda A. , Delgado-Alvarado Adriana , Salazar-Rojas Víctor M. , Herrera Cabrera Braulio Edgar
Published: July 2024

Objective: To morphologically identify and characterize the formation of floral primordium and the individual flower development in Vanilla planifolia Jacks Ex. Andrews.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Inflorescence primordia and young inflorescences in different development stages were sampled from the stem internodes of the following positions: basal (11-15), middle (6-10), and distal (1-5). Four samples were taken from each stem position from February to May, with five repetitions per sampling date. Observations and characterization were made with a stereo microscope. The study site was located at Rancho Xanathtlan, in Barriles, municipality of Gutiérrez Zamora, Veracruz.
Results: The development of the V. planifolia raceme is described in seven phases: (I) differentiated meristem of the floral inflorescence; (II) appearance of the third bract; (III) initiation of the racemes formation; (IV) elongation of the floral primordium; (V) development and growth of the individual floral primordium in the acropetal direction, (VI) anthesis of the inflorescence in the acropetal direction; and (VII) complete flowering of the raceme. The development of the buds in the raceme is described in five stages from the appearance of the third bract in the acropetal direction.
Study Limitations/Implications: The biochemical processes and the interaction of environmental aspects on the floral development of V. planifolia pose questions that remain unanswered.
Findings/Conclusions: The first aspects of floral formation within the inflorescence of Vanilla planifolia were determined, along with its floral phenology.
Factores que impulsan el nacionalismo catalán y sus consecuencias electorales inmediatas: un examen de las cuestiones socioeconómicas y federales
Authors: Goodell Ugalde Elliot
Published: July 2024

En este ensayo se analiza el reciente auge del nacionalismo catalán y sus efectos electorales, centrándose en factores socioeconómicos y federalistas. Tradicionalmente marginal, el secesionismo catalán ha ganado fuerza, desafiando la tendencia de una creciente integración sociopolítica con España. En el estudio se investiga el resurgimiento del sentimiento secesionista después de 2012 y su impacto en la política española. Los hallazgos clave sugieren que el aumento del separatismo está impulsado por la insatisfacción con las políticas fiscales federales de España y los temores al federalismo español, especialmente después de las reformas que limitaron el autogobierno catalán. Además, la dimensión económica, en particular la recesión de 2008 y los desequilibrios fiscales, ha intensificado las inclinaciones separatistas. Esta escalada del nacionalismo tiene profundas implicaciones para la política española, generando consecuencias económicas y cambios estratégicos en las respuestas de los partidos federales a las demandas separatistas. El ensayo concluye que el crecimiento del nacionalismo catalán refleja una interacción compleja de elementos socioeconómicos, reformas estatutarias federales y descontento regional, alterando significativamente la dinámica política española.
La postsecularización y las nuevas formas y tergiversaciones de lo sagrado.
Authors: Acosta Rico Fabian ,   Universidad de Valle de Atemajac UNIVA
Published: July 2024

La postsecularización ha dado lugar a un renacimiento de lo sagrado y una diversidad religiosa sin precedentes. Anteriormente, la secularización parecía imparable, marcando el declive de la influencia religiosa en las sociedades modernas. Sin embargo, la postmodernidad abrió las puertas a una racionalidad más flexible, propiciando el resurgimiento de lo sagrado en diversas formas. Este renacimiento religioso se refleja en la multiplicidad de creencias y prácticas espirituales que proliferan en el contexto globalizado actual. En este paisaje postsecular, surgen nuevas expresiones religiosas que desafían las categorías tradicionales y desdibujan las fronteras entre lo sagrado y lo profano. El esoterismo de masas, por ejemplo, se presenta como una versión superficial y comercial de antiguas prácticas místicas, capturando la atención de millones a través de productos culturales como cómics, videojuegos y películas. Estos simulacros de lo sagrado, impulsados por avances tecnológicos, encuentran un nicho entre las expectativas y fantasías de una audiencia ávida de experiencias espirituales. Por otro lado, los superhéroes, íconos modernos que encarnan el concepto del suprahumano, también juegan un papel relevante en este contexto. A menudo, los superhéroes son adorados y venerados de manera similar a las deidades tradicionales, desafiando las nociones convencionales de lo sagrado y lo profano. Su popularidad y relevancia cultural los convierten en figuras de culto para muchas personas, especialmente entre las generaciones más jóvenes. De esto tópicos trata en el presente trabajo.
El dios percipiente de Newton: exposición de la condición empírico-filosófica del sistema newtoniano.
Authors: Velázquez Hernández María Edith ,   Departamento de Filosofía. Universidad de Guanajuato
Published: July 2024

En este artículo se examina la concepción que tiene Newton de dios y el papel que éste tiene dentro del sistema. Mostraremos que en la inclusión de dios como objeto de la filosofía natural el pensador inglés es fiel a un proyecto de investigación y a una filosofía tal que hace de los Principia sólo una parte de una comprensión mucho más amplia. La definición que Newton da de dios nos muestra el carácter plenamente filosófico de su pensamiento y se emplaza en un terreno de evidente pujanza en la discusión del conocimiento: el ámbito de la percepción.
Thinking and doing otherwise: Reconceptualist contributions to early childhood education and care
Authors: Berman Rachel , Abawi Zuhra
Published: July 2024

GUIDING QUESTIONS: 

What are some of the reconceptualist approaches to rethinking early childhood education and care (ECEC) in terms of theory and practice? 

How might dominant developmentalist discourses of childhood be challenged by reconceptualist contributions and lead us to reimagine children and childhood? 
The Black baby doll doesn’t fit the disconnect between early childhood diversity policy, early childhood educator practice, and children’s play
Authors: MacNevin Maggie , Berman Rachel
Published: July 2024

This article explores how multicultural policy approaches, which mandate the inclusion of culturally and ethnically ‘diverse’ play materials in early childhood classrooms influence the pedagogical practice of educators and, in turn, children’s play and social interactions. Using data collected through participant observation of children’s play in a preschool/kindergarten classroom, interviews with early childhood professionals, and document analysis of a particular early years policy, we highlight the shortcomings of the focus on physical materials as the primary strategy for addressing ‘race’ and other forms of difference in early childhood education. Assumptions about children’s play are examined and critiqued, with examples of children’s play episodes provided to emphasize how play reproduces systems of power and oppression present in the broader social context. A number of recommendations are offered for both professional practice and the reconceptualization of early childhood policy.
CAN ENGLISH VOCABULARY ACQUISITION OF A YOUNG LEARNER BE CATALYZED BY EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS?
Authors: Hasanah Eni Uswatun , Rusmawaty Desy , Jany Kalukar Ventje
Published: July 2024

This study tries to demonstrate the issue of learning a second language in a case study of a child who viewed educational videos. Educational videos are media that may be used by a variety of people, especially for children who are still learning their language. Particularly in the process of children's second language acquisition, educational video is a very effective tool for helping children learn new languages. This study employs a descriptive approach and qualitative methodology, in which the researcher performed an interview and presented it as a descriptive description. A 4 years old girl participated in this study as a respondent. This study emphasizes how English is learned as a second language which focuses on color nouns, animals, and basic numbers to describe. The findings of this study indicate that educational videos can have an impact on children's second language acquisition, but this media does not completely replace the human role in language acquisition or learning
Motivasi Organisasi dalam Mengadopsi Teknologi Blockchain: Suatu Tinjauan Literatur dan Analisis Kualitatif
Authors: Muhtadibillah Achmad , Rawat Bhupesh , Sentosa Bambang Mardi
Published: July 2024

Dalam era revolusi digital yang mengubah paradigma bisnis, organisasi dihadapkan pada tantangan untuk memahami dan mengadopsi teknologi blockchain secara efektif. Namun, pemahaman tentang motivasi di balik adopsi blockchain dan dampaknya pada operasional bisnis masih belum jelas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami faktor-faktor yang mendorong organisasi untuk mengadopsi teknologi blockchain serta dampak nyata yang dihasilkan pada operasional bisnis mereka. Sebanyak 310 makalah diselidiki pada penelitian ini dan memilih 40 makalah yang paling relevan untuk dianalisis secara mendalam terkait penggunaan dan dampak blockchain dalam bisnis. Metode analisis kualitatif digunakan untuk mengeksplorasi motivasi organisasi dalam mengadopsi blockchain dan dampaknya. Analisis menunjukkan penekanan yang kuat pada mekanisme operasional blockchain dan potensinya dalam bisnis. Namun, terdapat kesenjangan dalam pemahaman tentang faktor-faktor yang mendorong organisasi untuk mengadopsi teknologi ini. Temuan menyoroti perlunya motivasi organisasi dalam mengadopsi blockchain dan dampak signifikan yang dihasilkannya pada bisnis. Temuan ini memberikan wawasan penting bagi akademisi dan praktisi industri, serta menawarkan panduan untuk strategi adopsi dan implementasi blockchain yang lebih efektif. Pentingnya pendekatan multidisiplin juga ditekankan, mengintegrasikan perspektif teknis, bisnis, dan sosial untuk pemahaman yang lebih baik tentang dinamika dan implikasi teknologi blockchain dalam konteks bisnis yang lebih luas. Dengan demikian, studi ini berkontribusi pada literatur dengan mengidentifikasi dan menganalisis faktor-faktor kunci yang mempengaruhi adopsi blockchain, serta menyarankan arah untuk penelitian masa depan yang akan memperkuat pemahaman dan penerapan praktis teknologi blockchain dalam bisnis.
Propuesta de plan de desarrollo turístico en el municipio Baracoa
Authors: Guanche Díaz Amanda , Montesino Pérez Alejandro , Márquez Orta Isabel María , Hernández Flores Yoan
Published: July 2024

Introducción: El turismo a nivel internacional y nacional continúa en aumento, convirtiéndose en una parte integral de la vida moderna. En su práctica y ejercicio intervienen diversos actores que lo promueven como instrumento de desarrollo local. Esto implica desarrollar todo un proceso multidisciplinario de organización, planificación, control y dirección haciendo uso de herramientas de estudio de la oferta y la demanda. Dentro de estos instrumentos utilizados, los planes de desarrollo turísticos brindan una certera metodología para la puesta en valor de los recursos y su uso eficiente. El plan orienta las acciones convenientes a realizar, a corto, mediano y largo plazo.  Objetivo: El objetivo de la presente investigación es diseñar un plan de desarrollo turístico en el municipio de Baracoa, Cuba. Metodología: La trayectoria metodológica empleada constó de dos fases: el diagnóstico y la planificación estratégica del territorio. Entre las técnicas de recogida de información que se aplicaron estuvieron: entrevistas no estructuradas a pobladores locales y a varios expertos. También se aplicó la herramienta análisis de redes sociales: Facebook, YouTube y TripAdvisor, mayormente. Además, se elaboró un inventario de recursos que permitió el conocimiento del potencial turístico del territorio. Resultados: La investigación permitió el diseño de un plan de desarrollo turístico a partir de estrategias dirigidas a ampliar la cartera de productos servicios, involucrar a la población local en el proyecto, así como a promover las inversiones privadas y la asimilación de tecnologías de investigación y desarrollo. Además, el plan incluye la propuesta Sabores del Yunque como una oferta turístico-gastronómica que promueve la gastronomía local y las tradiciones culturales. Conclusión: El plan propuesto impulsa el desarrollo local y regional al brindar oportunidades de crecimiento económico, al tiempo que fomenta la preservación de la cultura de Baracoa.  Área de estudio general: turismo Área de estudio específica: desarrollo local
La inconstitucionalidad del inciso segundo del artículo 178 del Código Orgánico Integral Penal
Authors: Ortega Idrovo Gladys Valentina , Trelles Vicuña Diego Fernando
Published: July 2024

Introducción: El presente trabajo abordó el análisis del artículo 178 del Código Orgánico Integral Penal (COIP) de Ecuador, centrándose en su relevancia para la protección de los derechos constitucionales de los ciudadanos, especialmente en lo que respeta al derecho a la privacidad. Se examinaron las disposiciones legales y las implicaciones de su aplicación en diversos contextos. Objetivo: El objetivo principal fue comprender el alcance y la importancia del artículo 178 del COIP en la protección de la privacidad y otros derechos fundamentales de los ciudadanos ecuatorianos. Se buscó identificar las excepciones y las medidas legales disponibles en casos de divulgación indebida de grabaciones de audio o video. Metodología: El enfoque de la investigación fue cualitativo, respaldado por una revisión exhaustiva de la literatura jurídica pertinente, con fuentes obtenidas de diversas plataformas científicas como Redalyc, Scielo y Dialnet. Se aplicarán métodos como el inductivo-deductivo y el analítico-sintético, junto con técnicas de revisión bibliográfica y entrevistas mediante cuestionarios, para analizar el contenido y el contexto del artículo 178 del COIP. Resultados: El artículo 178 del COIP tenía como objetivo primordial proteger los derechos constitucionales de los ciudadanos ecuatorianos, especialmente su derecho a la privacidad, garantizando la confidencialidad de la información personal y familiar. Se excepciones en cuanto a la divulgación de grabaciones personales y casos de información pública, con medidas legales disponibles para abordar violaciones a estas disposiciones. Fue fundamental asegurar la constitucionalidad de las leyes para garantizar una tutela judicial efectiva y el respeto de los derechos fundamentales establecidos. Área de estudio general: derecho. Área de estudio específica: penal
Herramienta Project: optimización de la gestión de proyectos en el Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado de Nangaritza
Authors: Illescas Merino Jennifer Selena , Tapia Tapia Mario Enrique , Erazo Álvarez Guido Olivier
Published: July 2024

La gestión de proyectos es fundamental en cualquier organización, ya que permite planificar, organizar, dirigir y controlar los recursos disponibles para alcanzar los objetivos establecidos de manera eficiente y efectiva. A través de la gestión de proyectos, se logra una mejor coordinación entre los equipos de trabajo, se optimiza el uso de los recursos, se minimizan los riesgos y se asegura la calidad en la ejecución de las tareas. Actualmente, llegar a cumplir con los plazos de los proyectos es esencial para garantizar la eficiencia económica y social. No obstante, los retrasos son comunes debido a la falta de planificación y no haber tenido una buena estrategia de seguimiento y control en la fase de ejecución. Objetivo: En este estudio, se realiza el análisis para la viabilidad de la implementación del uso de un software de gestión de proyectos – Ms Project para mejorar la gestión de los proyectos del Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado del Cantón Nangaritza. Metodología: El desarrollo de la investigación se llevó a cabo mediante una metodología de investigación no experimental con una finalidad transversal, ya que la información se recopiló en un solo punto en el tiempo. Resultados:  En los resultados los encuestados identificaron que las causantes de la falta de cumplimiento en los proyectos con un 32.43% son causa de fallos en el PAC (Plan Anual de Contratación), por otro lado, con un 45.94% es la mala estructuración en la estrategia de seguimiento a los proyectos. Estos resultados concluyen que la mayor deficiencia está en la planificación y monitoreo de los proyectos dentro del equipo técnico. Conclusión: Por último, llegando a concluir que el uso de un software de gestión de proyectos como el Ms Project, mejoraría el seguimiento de las actividades de los proyectos, aunque esto implique inversión para la institución y el compromiso de adaptación de los empleados a la nueva metodología. Área de estudio general: Administración de Empresas. Área de estudio específica: Dirección y Gestión de Proyectos. Tipo de estudio:  Artículos originales.
Growth and Yield Responses of Bari Sweet Corn-1 (Zea Mays L.) to Naa at Different Nitrogen Levels
Authors: Adam AMM Golam , Akter Rowson , Begum Hasna Hena
Published: July 2024

A field experiment was conducted to investigate the effect of foliar application of NAA at varying N-levels on growth and yield responses of BARI Sweet Corn-1 (Zea mays L.). The trial consisted of ten treatments viz. control = without NAA and N fertilizer; RDN (recommended dose of N fertilizer); 25 ppm NAA + RDN; 50 ppm NAA + RDN; 25 ppm NAA + 50% higher RDN; 50 ppm NAA + 50% higher RDN; 25 ppm NAA + 100% higher RDN; 50 ppm NAA + 100% higher RDN; 25 ppm NAA+ 150% higher RDN and 50 ppm NAA + 150% higher RDN. Results showed that application NAA in combination with various nitrogen (N) levels produced better growth than control but with few exceptions. Growth parameters viz. total dry mater (TDM), leaf area (LA), relative growth rate (RGR) and net assimilation rate (NAR) were recorded maximum from 25 ppm NAA in combination with RDN treatment. Findings revealed that 25 ppm NAA in combination with RDN treatment had also produced higher number of leaves per plant, specific leaf area (SLA), biomass duration (BMD) and absolute growth rate (AGR) than RDN treatment although statistically at par to each other. The maximum number of leaves per plant, shoot-root ratio and SLA although recorded maximum from 25 ppm NAA in combination with 100% higher RDN treatment but statistically similar to rest of the combined treatments. Yield attributes and yield of BARI Sweet Corn-1 showed positive response to NAA at varying N-levels with significant variations in majority of cases. The maximum number of cobs and productive cobs per plant, dry weight of cobs, length of cob, number of seed per row and cob, dry weight of tassel, yield per plant and harvest index were also obtained from 25 ppm NAA in combination with RDN treatment. However, maximum number of cobs and productive cobs per plant were also noted from 25 ppm NAA in combination with 100% higher RDN treatment. Significantly maximum yield per plant (114.41g) obtained from 25 ppm NAA in combination with RDN treatment which was 12.02% higher over RDN treatment. Out of ten treatments, foliar application of 25 ppm NAA in combination with RDN treatment produced better stimulation in growth and yield of BARI Sweet Corn-1.
Bangladesh J. Bot. 53(2): 337-344, 2024 (June)
Effects of Exogennous Ebr on Physiological And Biochemical Characteristics of Soybean Under Cadmium Stress
Authors: Xue Tingting , Li Nan , He Feng , Liu Jia
Published: July 2024

Cadmium (Cd) is one of the highly toxic, non-essential heavy metals that inhibit plant growth and development. The differences in physiological indicators and leaf microstructure between cadmium-tolerant and cadmium-sensitive soybean under Cd stress were studied. The results showed that the photosynthetic efficiency of cadmium-sensitive soybeans was higher after cadmium stress so as to maintain the normal growth of the plants. Compared with that of cadmium-tolerant soybeans, the photosynthetic rate of cadmium-sensitive soybeans under cadmium stress had a higher correlation with each physiological indicator. Overall, EBR affected cadmium-tolerant soybean under cadmium stress mainly by changing the leaf cell structure and maintaining the integrity of cell structure, thereby increasing the net photosynthetic rate of soybean leaves, ultimately maintaining the normal growth of plants.
Bangladesh J. Bot. 53(2): 327-335, 2024 (June)
Pengujian Kekuatan Bending dan Impak Komposit Sandwich Serat Gelas dengan Inti Kayu Balsa
Authors: Dani Agus , Sari Nurlia Pramita , Baananto Fauzan , Sulistyono Sulistyono
Published: July 2024

Kekuatan komposit sandwich dipengaruhi oleh sifat mekanis, tebal, kekuatan ikatan skin dan core. Kayu balsa adalah bahan core yang sesuai untuk aplikasi komposit sandwich karena rasio kekuatan dan kekakuan terhadap beratnya tinggi. Keunggulan lain adalah banyak ditemukan dan harganya murah. Pada penelitian ini, komposit sandwich dengan skin serat gelas dan core kayu balsa dibuat menggunakan metode hand lay-up menggunakan resin epoxy. Variasi arah serat anyam miring (45o/45o) dan lurus (0o/90o) serta variasi berat anyam 200 GSM, 400 GSM, dan 600 GSM diuji. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui mechanical bonding serat sandwich dengan menggunakan metode three-point bending dan penguiian impak. Hasilnya orientasi serat mempengaruhi tegangan lentur dan impak komposit sandwich. Orientasi serat lurus memiliki tegangan dan harga impak lebih besar daripada pada orientasi serta miring. Nilai tegangan tertinggi pada 400 GSM variasi orientasi serat lurus dengan nilai tegangan lentur 149,53MPa serta memiliki harga impak tertinggi yaitu 0,052 Joule/mm.
Potential Mechanism and Involvement of p120-Catenin in the Malignant Biology of Glioma
Authors: Wang Leilei , Liang Jianshen , Ji Suzhen , Wang Chunlou , Huang Qiang
Published: July 2024

Objective : This study analyzed the influence of p120-catenin (catenin [cadherin-associated protein], delta 1 [CTNND1]) on the malignant characteristics of glioma and elucidated the potential underlying mechanism.Methods : The p120 expression level was assessed in the brain tissues of 42 glioma patients and 10 patients with epilepsy by using the immunohistochemical method. Meanwhile, quantitative polymerase chain reaction (QT-PCR) technology was employed to assess the expression of p120 in the brain tissues of 71 glioma patients and 13 epilepsy patients. LN229, U251, and U87 glioma cells were used for in vitro analysis and categorized into four treatment groups : siRNA-blank control (BC) group (no RNA sequence was transfected), siRNA-negative control (NC) group (transfected control RNA sequences with no effect), and siRNA-1 and siRNA-2 groups (two p120-specific interfering RNA transfection). p120 expression in these treatment groups was quantified by western blotting assay. The migratory and invasive capabilities of glioma cells were studied by wound healing assay and Transwell invasion assay, respectively, under different treatment conditions. MTT (3-(4,5)-dimethylthiahiazo (-z-y1)-3,5-di-phenytetrazoliumromide) assay and cell cycle and apoptosis assay were used to determine glioma cell proliferation and apoptosis, respectively. Enzymelabeled assay was performed to measure intracellular calcium ion concentration. Immunofluorescence assay was performed for determining microtubule formation and glioma cell distribution.Results : Brain tissues of the glioma group exhibited a remarkable increase in the p120 expression level as compared to brain tissues of the nontumor group (p<0.05). Furthermore, a strong positive correlation was noted between the malignancy degree in glioma brain tissues and p120 expression in Western blotting (r=0.906, p<0.0001) and QT-PCR (F=830.6, p<0.01). Compared to the BC and NC groups, the siRNA transfection groups showed a significant suppression in p120 expression in glioma cells (p<0.05), with a marked attenuation in the invasive, migratory, and proliferative capabilities of glioma cells as well as an increase in apoptotic potential (p<0.05). Enzyme-labeled assay showed a remarkable increase in calcium concentration in glioma cells after siRNA treatment. Immunofluorescence assay revealed that the microtubule formation ability of glioma cells reduced after siRNA treatment.Conclusion : p120 has a pivotal involvement in facilitating glioma cell invasion and proliferation by potentially modulating these processes through its involvement in microtubule formation and regulation of intracellular calcium ion levels.
From Inspiration to Learning Cultures
Authors: McCullough P. Michael
Published: July 2024

Even the organization with many inspired and creative individuals working there will find that sometimes the creativity of these individuals may not translate into organizational learning and creativity. For those organizations wanting to maximize the impact of inspired individuals, there would be factors having to do with a culture of learning that might improve the individual-to-organizational translation of ideas, which is the subject of this article.
KEEFEKTIFAN PEMBERIAN AROMATERAPI KAPULAGA UNTUK MENEKAN RASA MUAL PASCA TINDAKAN REGIONAL ANASTESI SAB
Authors: Kapyarso Seksiono , Maria Lilla , Mumpuni Risna Yekti
Published: July 2024

Regional anestesi-spinal adalah tehnik anestesi terbaik dan murah,akan tetapi anestesi spinal juga mempunyai kekurangan seperti terjadinya hipotensi, bradicardi, apnea, pernafasan tidak adekuat, neusea/mual dan muntah, pusing kepala pasca pungsi lumbal, blok spinal tinggi atau spinal total. Jenis penelitian menggunakan metode kuantitatif, dengan desain penelitian Quasy Eksperimen, rancangan penelitian menggunakan post test only control group design. Dalam desain ini terdapat satu kelompok yang masing-masing dipilih secara random. Kelompok pertama sebagai kontrol sebanyak 25 responden dan kelompok ke dua diberikan perlakuan (aromaterapi kapulaga) sebanyak 24 responden. Respomden diambil dengan teknik purposive sampling. Kuesioner yang digunakan Rhodes Index Nausea Vomiting and Retching (RINVR) untuk pengambilan data. Dari analisis menggunakan uji Mann Whitney, dengan tingkat kesalahan sebesar 5%, didapatkan hasil p value sebesar 0,000 atau p value < 0,05. Nilai median skor PONV/RINVR pada kelompok kontrol sebesara 7.00Â±5.00 relatif lebih tinggi dibandingkan kelompok intervensi (pemberian aromaterapi kapulaga) sebesar2.50Â±2.75. Hasil uji statistik menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara kelompok kontrol dan kelompok intervensi.
CoC Dharma (Role of Committee of Creditors-IBC, 2016)
Authors: Dasari Sunil
Published: July 2024

The Committee of Creditors (CoC) has been authorized under the IBC, similar to the Board of Directors, to make decisions concerning the corporate debtor, throughout the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP).
As an integral part of this authorizing Code, the Adjudicating Authority, when initiating the CIRP for a company, designates a Resolution Professional, who oversees and implements all decision-making processes during the CIRP and thus administers the CIRP of the company.
Within this authority, a significant aspect is the power of the CoC to review and subsequently approve a resolution plan pertaining to a company (As per sections 30 and 31 of the Code). This authorization is contingent upon the ultimate approval of the resolution plan by the respective Adjudicating Authority (Section 31 of the Code).
During the Code's implementation, the Adjudicating Authority, followed by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal and the Supreme Court of India, have consistently emphasized the “commercial wisdom” of the CoC in determining the subsequent steps for the corporate debtor thereby facilitating the resolution of the corporate debtor.
Beyond Traditional Cost Reporting the Business Strategy Connect
Authors: Gopalakrishnan M.
Published: July 2024

As a continuum of the Beyond Traditional Cost Reporting series, started in March 2024, this article starts with addressing the Business Strategy context and how the Internal Cost Reporting should be able to provide support for the Cost Connect to Business Strategy. While the Business Strategy concentrates on the twin rails of Top Line and Bottom-Line growth, once the Top Line growth strategy is achieved, it is assumed that the Bottom-Line growth will automatically follow. It is like going ahead with full steam ahead in unchartered territory, without a compass or in the present-day context a Google Map. The reason for many businesses failures, point out the absence of cost connect to the Business Strategy. All these and the vital need for transformation of the Cost Management System will be explored in this article.
Analysis of Investment Perceptions of Gen Z: with Reference to Jamnagar District
Authors: Panchasara Bhavik M , Bharadia Heena S
Published: July 2024

Generation Z investors are being considered as a critical player for financial markets throughout the world. Gen Z investors includes the generation born between 1999 to 2006 or near about (age group of 18 to 25 years). They are very important because this generation is grown with digitalization and their entrance in financial market play vital role for digital economy. Financial companies and influencers mainly focus on Gen Z investors strategically as they are techno savvy and highly influenced by social media and other online platforms. This paper analysis the perception of Gen Z investors who belongs to tier II city and surrounded rural area with reference to Jamnagar district. The result shows that the Gen Z respondents have a considerable influence of social media over their perceptions towards investment and behavioural practices related to investment. This may be alarming also because all social media tips or guiding videos may not be sound. The need of basic financial knowledge is must.