bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Identification components to assess the status of fisheries management in a tributary of the Balikpapan River East Kalimantan
Authors: Ditya Yoga Candra , Dwirastina Mirna , Triharyuni Setiya , Herlina Nina , Mislan  , Husnah
Published: November 2023

The new Indonesian Capital City (ICC) program development in East Kalimantan Province has implications for the sustainability of capture fisheries activities in inland waters, which are a source of protein in efforts to overcome stunting. The Balikpapan tributary is one of the capture fisheries activities in inland waters supporting food security and is highly dependent on the existence of ecosystems and fish resources. There is no information regarding management status, especially inland fishery resources. The purpose of this research is to look at indicators of the main issue of the status of inland fisheries management in the Balikpapan tributary. The study was conducted using a rapid approach through interviews with decision-makers and beneficiaries in Sepaku, Pemaluan, and Mentawir rivers. The flag status of the management components is divided into main domains and indicators. The results showed that inland fisheries management in the three tributaries was included in the application of EAFM. The three main issues in the Sepaku, Pemaluan, and Mentawir rivers are the environment, economy, and governance. Even so, the management conditions, especially for the social and fishing technology domains, are relatively good; this can become the basis for community involvement in fisheries management.
Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) meal combined with soybean meal in a low fishmeal diet enhanced the growth and feed intake of cultured golden rabbitfish (Siganus guttatus) during the nursery stage
Authors: Laining Asda , Ramadhan  , Kurniasih Titin , Mulyaningrum Sri Redjeki Hesti , Lideman  , Rohani Sitti , Undu Muhammad Chaidir , Ilham
Published: November 2023

A preliminary feeding trial was conducted to evaluate the effect of utilizing a high level of sea lettuce (SL), Ulva lactuca meal, as a dietary ingredient on the growth and biochemical composition of the golden rabbitfish, Siganus guttatus. Two treatments included one diet containing high SL meal combined with soybean (PP) and another diet that used fish meal as the primary protein source (FM). Golden rabbitfish were stocked into 8 of 120 L fiberglass tanks with a density of 20 fish/tank and fed for 15 weeks. The weight gain of the fish-fed PP diet was 453% higher than those provided with FM (343%). Similarly, the SGR of fish fed the PP diet was higher (1.40 %/d) compared to the PF diet (1.22 %/d). The FCR of the FM diet was lower (1.3) compared to the PP diet (1.6). Fish fed the FM diet contained a higher ash content than those fed the PP diet (14.9 vs 10.1%). Crude protein content in body fish was relatively similar for both diets. Including sea lettuce meal at 30% combined with a high level of soybean meal in a low fishmeal diet, they produced better growth performances of rabbitfish during the nursery stage.
The resistance of the synthetic population of Indonesian common carp (Cyprinus carpio) to Koi Herpesvirus (KHV)
Authors: Ariyanto Didik , Suharyanto Suharyanto , Himawan Yogi , Palimirmo Flandrianto S. , Dharmawantho Listio
Published: November 2023

One of the effects of a decrease in the genetic quality of common carp is a decrease in resistance to disease. Establishing a synthetic population, blended from 5 strains, namely Rajadanu, Majalaya, Sutisna, Wildan, and Sinyonya, is expected to increase the disease resistance in the Indonesian common carp population. This study aims to evaluate the resistance of this synthetic population to Koi Herpesvirus (KHV) disease. The three common carp strains, Majalaya carp, Subang carp, and Cangkringan carp, were challenged with a cohabitation approach compared to the synthetic population. The water temperature was adjusted to the optimum condition for KHV development, which ranged from 20 – 22 °C. The result showed that KHV infection started on day three and peaked on days 6 to 10 after cohabitation. At the end of the challenge test, the survival rate of the synthetic population was 62.0 %, significantly higher than other strains (P<0.05), which ranged from 20.0 to 26.7 % of the constituent populations. The results of this challenge test indicated that the synthetic population of common carp had better resistance to KHV infection than other strains of common carp cultured by farmers.
An evaluation of fatty acid profiles of two commercial diets on the growth of Indonesian shortfin eel,Anguilla bicolor
Authors: Kontara E.K.M. , Hadie Lies Emmawati , Kusdiarti  , Nur Abidin
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of two commercial diets' fatty acid compositions on the growth and survival ofA. bicolor. Animal test weighing of 52.01±24.21 g were fed two different diets, such as : CEF (diet specially formulated for eels) and CFF (diet for freshwater fish). Myristic acid (4.16% and 4.32%), palmitic acid (22.45% and 33.97%), and stearic acid for the CFF diet (13.15%), comprised the majority of the diet's saturated fatty acids (SFAs). The monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) were mainly palmitoleic acid (4.71% and 5.54%) and oleic acid (17.75% and 19.63%). Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) were 37.5% and 14.1%, respectively. Essential fatty acids (EFAs), such as linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, and docosahexaenoic acid from the CEF diet were higher (3.73%, 1.25%, 9.22%, and 19.71%, respectively) than the CFF diet of 1.59%, 0.51%, 1.84%, and 7.99%, respectively. For eels fed the CEF and CFF diets, the ratio of n-3 to n-6 fatty acids was 4.14 and 0.66, respectively. Biomass production and fish survival were higher for the CEF diet animals. It can be concluded that the diet's PUFA and especially EFA contents further affect the growth and survival ofA. bicolor.
Evaluation of heritability and selection response of the growth in the first-generation population of gourami (Osphronemus goramy Lac.) originated from four populations
Authors: Listiyowati Nunuk , Sularto  , Febrianti Rita
Published: November 2023

The genetic improvement program through selective breeding is one of the efforts to overcome the slow-growing constraints in gourami (Osphronemus goramy Lac.) farming. The selective breeding to improve the growth performance of gourami using the family selection method was first conducted by the formation of a base population using a diallele cross of four populations originating from Kalimantan (Borneo), Jambi, Majalengka, and Tasikmalaya. The best performing individuals were selected to produce the first generation (F1) population. This study aimed to evaluate the growth (body weight) and determine the heritability of the F1 population. Individuals selected from the base population were communally spawned using a half-sib mating with a male:female ratio of 1:2. The grow-out phase was carried out in earthen ponds with a stocking density of 5 fish/m2, 7 families out of 14 families were kept until 13 months of age. The results showed that the body weight variation coefficient ranged from 12.36-18.65% with a selection differential of 70.75 - 112.56 g. The heritability of the body weight was 0.88, with a selection response of 11.18%. These results revealed the selection progress with increased body weight in F1 population. Thus, selective breeding is effective to be continued.
Nutrient digestibility and enzyme activity of microbial floc, Tetraselmis chuii, and Spirulina platensis fed on Juvenile Cobia (Rachycentron canadum)
Authors: Saputra Suryadi , Antoro Suci , Dhoe Silfester Basi , Suprayudi Muhammad Agus , Widanarni
Published: November 2023

Cobia is a relatively new species of marine carnivorous fish with high aquaculture potential because of its fast growth (4-6 kg in a year) and ability to adapt and reproduce in the cultivation environment. This study aims to evaluate the nutrient digestibility and enzyme activity of cobia juveniles fed pelleted feed with microbial floc meal (MF), microalga Tetraselmis chuii (MT) meal, and microalga Spirulina platensis (MS) meal. Fish were fed pellets twice a day at satiation. The results showed that MS feed had higher and significantly different (p<0.05) of protein digestibility, enzyme activity, amylase and lipase, glycogen and lipid in the liver of juvenile cobia than MF feed. These two raw materials generally had no negative effect on cobia juvenile growth. Conversely, the value of nutrient digestibility and enzyme activity of MT feed could not be determined because the fish did not consume the feed.
Comparison of mangrove canopy covering accuracy using landsat 8 and landsat 9 imagery based on several vegetation indices in West Bali National Park
Authors: As-syakur Abd. Rahman , Aryunisha Putu Echa Priyaning , Wijana I. Made Sara , Novanda I. Gede Agus , Dewi I. Gusti Ayu Istri Pradnyandari , Andiani Anak Agung Eka , Premananda Made Goura , Sugiana I. Putu
Published: November 2023

The remote sensing implementation is beneficial as a means of monitoring the ecosystem. Landsat imagery is a remote sensing (open access) based data source with a long and wide monitoring period with good image quality. This study compares the accuracy of Landsat 8 and Landsat 9 satellite images in detecting mangrove canopy cover using 13 different remote sensing vegetation indices in the West Bali National Park, Indonesia. The mangrove canopy cover data was collected with the hemispherical photography method. A linear regression test was conducted to determine the relationship between the remote sensing vegetation indices and the field's percentage of mangrove canopy cover. The result indicated that Landsat 8 was more accurate in detecting mangrove canopy cover than Landsat 9. Of the 13 remote sensing indices evaluated, the Chlorophyll Vegetation Index (CVI) had the highest accuracy, with R2 values of 0.86 and 0.75 for Landsat 8 and 9, respectively.*
Nutritional and sensory evaluation of skipjack furikake-substituted catfish
Authors: Jang Han Na , Romulo Andreas
Published: November 2023

Furikake is a traditional Japanese spice used as a condiment sprinkled on rice, comprising dried skipjack or salmon flakes, toasted sesame seeds, and toasted dried seaweed. Due to the higher price of skipjack, there is an attempt to substitute it with a more affordable fish, catfish. This research investigated the impact of this substitution in the development of Japanese furikake on its nutritional values and sensory acceptance. There were five formulations consisting of various percentage ratios of dried skipjack and catfish flakes, namely formula 1 (100:0), formula 2 (75:25), formula 3 (50:50), formula 4 (25:75), and formula 5 (0:100). The findings in proximate analysis indicated no significant difference between samples in terms of moisture (2.87-3.29%), ash (2.64-3.29%), and fat (25.81-26.26%), meanwhile the protein content tended to decrease with up to 50% of catfish substitution (23.33-21.58%) and is significantly different when substituted with more than 50% catfish (p<0.05). Sensory analysis showed no significant difference among samples in all sensory parameters. Overall, the findings in this study suggest that catfish is a potential substitute in Japanese furikake formulation, from 25% up to 100% substitution with minimal nutritional content difference.
Application of enzymatic hydrolyzate of chitosan as a plant growth promoter
Authors: Kotlyar Miroslava , Ibatullina Diana , Zinov’eva Maria , Shnaider Ksenia , Zaripova Sania
Published: November 2023

The natural polymer chitosan is widely used in various fields of agriculture, industry and medicine. The properties of a polymer largely depend on its molecular weight and supramolecular structure. In particular, to enhance the beneficial properties of chitosan, its low-molecular derivatives are obtained. The presented work shows the possibility of using enzymatic chitosan hydrolysates as a biostimulator of plants. It has been established that pretreatment of pea seeds (Pisum sativum) variety “Zhegalova 112” with solutions of chitosan hydrolyzate in all studied concentrations increases the seeds and soil germination. In the course of the work, the highest efficiency of chitosan hydrolysate was confirmed when growing pea seeds in the soil, namely higher soil germination, significantly faster growth of green biomass of plants, acceleration of leaf formation. A pronounced effect of chitosan hydrolysates on plants under stress conditions was discovered. So, cultivation of pretreated with chitosan hydrolysate cucumber seeds (Cucumis sativus) in an unsuitable period for growth promotes their germination. At the same time, seed germination is completely absent in the control group.
Evaluation of energy-economic parameters of tractor with electrically driven power unit
Authors: Bizhaev V. Anton , Sergey N. Devyanin , Chumakov L. Valery , Pavlov D. Yaroslav , Maistrenko A. Nikolay
Published: November 2023

The development of agro-industrial complex in modern conditionsneeds a large share of low traction class tractors. Manufacturers in their turn strive to fill the market with tractors with good consumer properties. The use of electric drive on tractors is a relatively new trend with many unresolved issues in various areasof this subject. In this paper the questions on prospects of using electric motors as a drive of tractor power unit are touched upon. Energy equipment and general preparedness for transition of tractors to such systems are considered. The question of comparison of basic parameters of electric and diesel engines, consisting in one power category, is considered. The methodology of estimation of energy-economic characteristics of a tractor with electric drive power unit in relation to a conventional tractor with dieselengine and argumentation of the given parameters are given. The usefulnessof the introduced index is shown, as well as the necessity of its use in order to evaluate the efficiency of engines of different types in a comparative analysis. This paper will be useful in the engineering and design field of knowledge related to the design and development of electric drive technologies for mobile machines.
Analysis of land management expertise in order to determine the location of the boundaries of a residential building and land plot
Authors: Odintcov Stanislav , Loshakov Alexander , Kipa Lyudmila , Kasmynina Margarita , Melnik Marina
Published: November 2023

The article discusses the issue related to determining the real location of a residential building using available archival documents. The location of the land plot on which the capital structure specified in the documents should be located is also determined. A study was conducted using remote sensing data taken from various years and presented to determine the location of a residential building.
Proposals to reduce the impact of climatic anomalies on the productivity of hayfields in arid conditions
Authors: Vlasenko Marina , Turko Svetlana
Published: November 2023

The aim of the research was to assess the productivity of natural and phytomeliorated hayfields depending on the hydrothermal coefficient in the arid climate of the Don basin. An increase in the biomass of a phytomeliorated meadow from the beginning of the growing season and after mowing in the first and second years of use after phytoreconstruction is shown. A potential harvest of phytomeliorated hayfields has been established, which can be obtained with sufficient moisture and heat, depending on the biological properties of the cultivated species. The maximum possible yield of dry biomass of hayfields corresponds to 12.7 t/ha. The dependence of the yield of phytomeliorated and natural haymaking on the hydrothermal coefficient is presented. In 2023 (the second year of the meadow’s use), a significant decrease in the dependence of the yield of phytomeliorated hayfields on weather conditions was revealed (r = 0.011) compared with natural hayfields (r = 0.392).
Simulation of hydraulic during roller squeezing of leather
Authors: Khurramov Shavkat , Bektoshev Kuvondar , Jonkobilov Jakhongir
Published: November 2023

Mathematical models for the distribution of hydraulic pressure in the area of squeezing leather (semi-finished leather product after chrome tanning) were developed. It was revealed that the graphs of the mathematical models obtained correspond to experimental diagrams plotted when squeezing various wet materials. From the point of view of water filtration, the roll contact zone is divided into four phases. It was established that hydraulic pressure in the first phase increases from zero to a maximum value, then in the second and third phases, it decreases from a maximum value to zero. It was revealed that the hydraulic pressure in the fourth phase, depending on the properties of the cloth used, could take negative values or be equal to zero.
Analysis and assessment of information security risks for sustainable development of the oil and gas industry
Authors: Maslova Mariia
Published: November 2023

The problem of ever-evolving and growing risks never ceases to be an issue. Organizations in the oil and gas industry need to spend more and more money on protection, look for more qualified workers or train their staff on various innovations in this field. After many foreign vendors left the Russian market due to sanctions, threats that were minor have become more dangerous. Since even the most common risk in the form of, for example, a phishing link can become a big problem if it is partially disabled or there is no full protection of the functionality. Therefore, it is necessary to create their own software, their own methods of assessing risk events in information security, which will correspond to different areas of risk situations and at the same time have the quality of services, good functionality, not high cost and excellent quality. This article discusses a new unified method of information security containing the positive qualities of other methods and standards for assessing information security risks, but with the elimination of their shortcomings with the possibility of application in organizations of the oil and gas industry.
Templates of expected measurement uncertainties for prompt fission neutron spectra
Authors: Neudecker Denise , Devlin Matthew , Haight Robert C. , Kelly Keegan J. , Marini Paola , Carlson Allan D. , Taieb Julien , White Morgan C.
Published: November 2023

In this paper, we provide templates of uncertainty sources expected to appear for three measurement types of prompt fission neutron spectra (PFNS): (1) shape measurements, (2) clean-ratio shape, that is the monitor PFNS are measured in nearly exactly the same surrounding as the PFNS of interest, and (3) indirect ratios, where the detector efficiency is backed out from PFNS monitor measurements. Information is also listed that is needed to faithfully include PFNS in nuclear data evaluations to guide experimenters on how to best report data and metadata for their measurements. These templates also suggest a typical range of pertinent uncertainty values and their correlations in case realistic uncertainties cannot be estimated from information on the measurement itself. The templates were based on a literature review, information found in EXFOR for252Cf,235, 238U, and239Pu PFNS, and enhanced by expertise from experimenters contributing to these PFNS templates.
Our Experience of Placement of Airway Sems in Three Different Scenarios of Lung and Esophageal Malignancy
Authors: Rao Sarath Chandra Kadur Srikanta , Baikunje Nandakishore , Thimmaiah Chandramouli Mandya , Venkataram Rajesh , Hosmane Giridhar Belur
Published: November 2023

Malignant central airway obstruction refers to the obstruction of the trachea, and right or left main bronchus due to neoplastic growth. The airway is generally compromised by ∼50% at presentation when the patient develops symptoms. Diagnosis is done by flexible bronchoscopy and imaging. However, treatment is challenging due to recurrence, and increased vascularity of tumors, owing to dreaded complications of bleeding and airway compromise. Tracheoesophageal fistula is an abnormal communication of the trachea with the esophagus. It occurs in advanced stages of esophageal and lung malignancy. Bronchoscopy and airway stenting is the palliative treatment option due to the advanced stage of the disease. We present three different case scenarios of thoracic malignancies who underwent airway stenting.
Self-Efficacy and Learner Satisfaction in the Management of Respiratory Emergency among Undergraduate Students: A Simulation-Based Study
Authors: Muhammad Sharvan , Barboza Hezil Reema , Jawadagi Shashikumar
Published: November 2023

Background Simulation is an educational method that utilizes scenarios and simulators that aide to replicate real clinical situations. This research was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of simulation and satisfaction following the use of high-fidelity simulation among nursing students studying at undergraduate level.

Materials and Methods This is a quasi-experimental research study which was conducted in the simulation laboratory of Mangaluru, Karnataka. This study involves simulation-based learning to improve clinical competency among 100 B.Sc. nursing students. The presimulation self-efficacy was assessed by giving a questionnaire to the students. After the pretest, the researchers gave a brief introduction to the simulation scenario and explained the facilities available in the simulation laboratory. Learning objectives were explained and the samples were divided into small groups. The simulation was given using clinical scenarios and computer-assisted Human Patient Simulator for 45 minutes in the simulation laboratory. Postassessment of self-efficacy as well as student satisfaction assessment were performed using a questionnaire.

Results The findings showed that the simulation is a productive learning strategy and builds confidence. After the simulation, 79% of students strongly agreed that their self-efficacy improved in the management of patients with respiratory emergencies. The results showed positive correlation between the variables which indicates higher level of self-efficacy improves satisfaction among learners. The present study results also revealed that 98% of students had good satisfaction and found debriefing very useful.

Conclusion The high-fidelity simulation had a great influence on improving self-efficacy and satisfaction. Hence, simulation needs to be incorporated into the curriculum to enrich skills.
Are Menstrual Patterns Associated with the Body Mass Index of University Students? A Descriptive Study in Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Authors: Banu Asiya , K. Aswathi U. , K. Athul , Mathew Athulya , Mathew Shycil , GR Gireesh
Published: November 2023

Background Menstrual cycle irregularities and anovulation have been found to occur with increased frequency in women who deviate considerably from normal weight. Ovulation abnormalities may also be caused by fluctuations in weight, such as being overweight, obese, or underweight, which are hypothesized to disrupt the energy balance.

Objectives The aim of this study was to find out the association between menstrual patterns and body mass index (BMI) among students of selected health science university.

Materials and Methods A descriptive research study was conducted among 222 university students at a selected health science university in Mangalore. The samples were selected by using simple random sampling techniques. A demographic proforma, self-reported menstrual pattern questionnaire, and anthropometric measurements like height and weight were measured. BMI was calculated by using the standardized formula, BMI= (weight [kg]/height [m2]) by the World Health Organization for the Asian population based on the revised consensus guidelines for India. Students who are aged between 17 and 25 years, unmarried female students who are studying under Yenepoya (deemed to be university), attained menarche, and who are willing to participate in the study were included in the study.

Results From this study, it can be considered that the mean age of menarche was 12.49 ± 0.51years. Most 68.5% students reported dysmenorrhea. It is the most common menstrual disorder among our study subjects. Of the total subjects, 38.3% cases had oligomenorrhea, which was the next most common menstrual disorder. The majority of the subjects has a normal BMI, with a mean of 21.02 kg/m2. There is a significant association between dysmenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, and polymenorrhagia with BMI status of university students at 0.05 level significance.

Conclusion Lifestyle modification and nutritional counselling for female students could alleviate menstrual problems. It will not only improve the girls' current health, sense of well-being, and overall quality of life but may also lower her risks for future disease and ill health after proper advice about diet and exercise. Menstrual irregularities are mostly neglected by the society due to unawareness regarding the irregular menstrual pattern and their problems.
Silicon oxide film formation by spraying tetraethyl orthosilicate onto substrate with simultaneous low-energy SiO+ ion-beam irradiation
Authors: Yoshimura Satoru , Sugimoto Satoshi , Takeuchi Takae , Murai Kensuke , Kiuchi Masato
Published: November 2023

We attempted to deposit silicon oxide films by spraying tetraethyl orthosilicate (TEOS) onto a substrate while the substrate was also irradiated with a low-energy SiO+ ion beam. The energy of the SiO+ ions was 55 eV, and the substrate temperature was 300 °C. Following this process, we were able to deposit a film on the substrate. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) measurements of the film showed that it was composed of silicon oxide. XPS analysis also showed that the oxygen-to-silicon atomic concentration ratio (O/Si ratio) for the film was 1.57. For comparison, an SiO+ ion beam was used to irradiate a substrate at room temperature with simultaneous spraying of TEOS. XPS analysis of the deposited film showed that it was silicon oxide with an O/Si ratio of 1.45. In this case, however, a relatively large number of carbon atoms (7 at. %) were incorporated into the film. In both the 300 °C and room-temperature cases, we confirmed that the film deposition rate was substantially improved by supplying TEOS during SiO+ ion-beam irradiation.
Fabrication of artificial nacre-like hexagonal boron nitride/lignocellulosic fiber composites with high thermal conductivity
Authors: Yu Cuiping , Lv Jialin , Qiu Shengqiang , Liao Zifang , Wang Huan
Published: November 2023

The low thermal expansion coefficient, low dielectric constant, high thermal conductivity, high electrical resistivity, and excellent thermal stability of hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) make it an ideal filler for insulating and thermally conductive composite films. Its use has been suggested in insulating packaging systems to solve the heat dissipation problems in modern electronic equipment. Here, a novel strategy was proposed to construct superior thermally conductive networks via the vacuum-assisted filtration of hydroxyl-modified hexagonal boron nitride (BN-OH) and lignocellulosic fiber (LCF). The π–π interactions between the benzene ring of LCF and the hBN plane assist in the dispersal of BN-OH in aqueous solution. The abundance of functional groups such as hydroxyl and phenolic hydroxyl groups in the LCF structure allow for hydrogen bonding with the hydroxyl groups on the BN-OH surface, increasing interfacial interactions between BN-OH and LCF and reducing interfacial thermal resistance. In addition, the long-range one-dimensional structure of LCF can assist in the formation of a self-supporting, high-thermal-conductivity film with a high content of BN-OH. The through-plane thermal conductivity of BN-OH/LCF reached 5.34 W/(m⋅K) at 90 wt.% BN loading. This work provides inspiration for the green preparation of hBN thermally conductive composite films with high filler loadings.
Metaphor as a key tool in personal development discourse
Authors: Megaptche Yvan Rudhel Megaptche , Ramanantsoa Iarimalala Jenny
Published: November 2023

In recent years, personal development has driven increasing interest, and the study of metaphor has expanded to
various discourse types. This study aims to explore the metaphors in personal development discourse and determine their
schematicity hierarchies, using Carol Dweck’s (2016) book Mindset: The New
Psychology of Success as a case study. Metaphor Identification Procedure VU (Steen et al., 2010) is used to identify metaphors in the book and Zoltan
Kövecses’s (2020) Extended Conceptual Metaphor Theory is used to establish the relationship between the metaphors
identified and primary metaphors. The findings show that topics such as mindset, growth mindset, fixed mindset, success, and
failure instantiate correlation and resemblance metaphors. In addition, all the correlation-based metaphors identified in the
corpus possess full schematic hierarchies. It entails that they all consist of image schema, domain, frame and mental space
levels. Moreover, the findings reveal that in different metaphorical expressions, the same image schema-level metaphor is likely
to activate different domain, frame and mental space-level metaphors. Finally, some image schema-level metaphors share the same
domain-level metaphor in different schematicity hierarchies, whereas others activate different domain-level metaphors in different
schematicity hierarchies.
Selective area growth of in-plane InAs nanowires and nanowire networks on Si substrates by molecular-beam epitaxy
Authors: Liu Lei , Wen Lianjun , He Fengyue , Zhuo Ran , Pan Dong , Zhao Jianhua
Published: November 2023

In-plane InAs nanowires and nanowire networks show great potential to be used as building blocks for electronic, optoelectronic and topological quantum devices, and all these applications are keen to grow the InAs materials directly on Si substrates since it may enable nanowire electronic and quantum devices with seamless integration with Si platform. However, almost all the in-plane InAs nanowires and nanowire networks have been realized on substrates of III–V semiconductors. Here, we demonstrate the selective area epitaxial growth of in-plane InAs nanowires and nanowire networks on Si substrates. We find that the selectivity of InAs growth on Si substrates is mainly dependent on the growth temperature, while the morphology of InAs nanowires is closely related to the V/III flux ratio. We examine the cross-sectional shapes and facets of the InAs nanowires grown along the 〈110〉, 〈100〉 and 〈112〉 orientations. Thanks to the non-polar characteristics of Si substrates, the InAs nanowires and nanowire networks exhibit superior symmetry compared to that grown on III–V substrates. The InAs nanowires and nanowire networks are zinc-blende (ZB) crystals, but there are many defects in the nanowires, such as stacking faults, twins and grain boundaries. The crystal quality of InAs nanowires and nanowire networks can be improved by increasing the growth temperature within the growth temperature window. Our work demonstrates the feasibility of selective area epitaxial growth of in-plane InAs nanowires and nanowire networks on Si substrates.
Synergistic anti-wear performance of zinc-rich epoxy coating on shot peening strengthened Q345 steel
Authors: Lin Bo , Zhang Li , Cai Meng , Lu Jingfen , Yin Jianing , Huang Yu , Zhang Yihan , Fan Xiaoqiang , Zhu Minhao
Published: November 2023

The synergy of tribology design and surface engineering is vitally important for fulfilling the long-term anti-wear requirements of mechanical equipment. Here, Q345 steel was processed by shot peening (SP) for forming a volcano-like hardened layer (77.72 HV) with high surface roughness (3.77 μm) and low residual tensile stress (210.75 MPa). Then, a zinc-rich epoxy coating was painted on SP-strengthened Q345 steel to construct the double-layer protection. The double-layer system shows excellent tribological behaviors, especially wear resistance being reduced by 76.50% and 38.75%, respectively, with Q345 steel and that sprayed by epoxy coating as a comparison. Crucially, SP layer plays a role in mechanical support, while epoxy coating acts as a cushion to friction force, thus achieving the synergy for enhancing the anti-friction/wear abilities.
Long-term water temperature changes in Seneca Lake and their nexus to climate change and human activities
Authors: Lan Xin , Luo Lifeng , Xu Zhicheng , Qiu Yuean , Yu Xiang
Published: November 2023

While many freshwater lakes have witnessed a rapid increase in surface water temperatures, the trends in subsurface water temperatures are not well-understood. This study explored the long-term subsurface water temperature change and its connection to climate change and human activities in Seneca Lake. Utilizing linear regression and the Theil-Sen estimator, the study identified a significant monotonic temperature trend in the subsurface water. Principal component and contribution analyses revealed that climate changes, particularly air warming, were more critical in explaining water temperature patterns, and human activities such as land cover change could exacerbate the impact of climate change. Using remotely sensed surface water temperature data, the study found a significant positive correlation between thermal pollution and water temperatures in the northern region of the lake, and after incorporating control variables, the regression analysis suggested that the adverse effects of thermal pollution are primarily confined to the area adjacent to the power plant. This research can offer fresh insights into lake ecology improvement and management strategies.
Evolution of humus dynamics in composting of swine manure combined with wood vinegar
Authors: Fu Xuehan , Guo Xiaojun , Liu Long , Fu Qiao , Zhou Ling
Published: November 2023

Aerobic composting was carried out in a greenhouse using home-made compost bins, and the changes in humus(HS) composition of composted manure with different proportions of wood vinegar(WV) added to pig manure and rice straw as raw materials were studied. Since the temperature, water content and pH were very different from those of the summer compost, they were used as basic evaluation indices of compost maturity. Rice straw(RS) and Swine manure (SM) were used as test materials, and the water-soluble carbon (CWSS), extractable humic carbon (CHE), humic carbon (CHA), humic carbon (CFA) and humic carbon (CHU) of the materials were investigated, and the humus decomposition coefficients were dynamically analyzed. The findings demonstrated that 1.25% and 1.75% wood vinegar affect humification. Meanwhile, the results of Ratio of absorbance of water-soluble organic substances at 465 and 665 under UV spectrophotometer (E4/E6) indicated that the aromatic ring of 1.75% WV solution was more stable after condensation, and the decomposition of hominin as a HS stabilizing component was more complete at the concentration of 1.75%. Consequently, this study revealed that WV at a concentration of 1.75% was more efficient in stimulating pile decomposition in cold conditions.
Research on public participation in environmental litigation: empirical evidence in China
Authors: Zhang Lisha , Yue Mingyang , Wang Song , Wan Yuting , Qu Lingfei
Published: November 2023

In severe environmental situation, public participation in environmental litigation is an effective way to enhance environmental governance. To promote public participation in environmental litigation, this study uses the research data in China to analyze the influence of legalization level and public trust in government environmental protection on public participation in environmental litigation, and explores the path to improve the legalization level and public trust. The results show that illegal intervention, the difficulty in filing a case, the economic and time cost, the execution situation, and public trust significantly affect the enthusiasm for public participation in environmental litigation, and there is a positive interaction between the legalization level and public trust. In terms of the improvement path, the establishment of environmental courts and government accountability systems promote public participation in environmental litigation. The policy implications are that the public should be guided to actively participate in environmental litigation by promoting the legalization level, improving public trust in government environmental protection, and perfecting the environmental court system and environmental accountability mechanism, which could be helpful for environmental governance.
Stress-induced changes in photosynthesis and proximal fluorescence emission of turfgrass
Authors: Jones Taylor S , Logan Barry A , Reblin Jaret S , Bombard David M , Ross Benjamin P , Allen David W , Marrs Julia K , Hutyra Lucy R
Published: November 2023

Remote measurements of solar-induced fluorescence (SIF) are now widely used to model gross primary productivity (GPP). However, the ability of SIF to track GPP in different environments, conditions, and at different scales remains uncertain. We designed an experiment to measure SIF and photosynthesis while inducing plant stress in replicated turfgrass. Immediately following application of abscisic acid (ABA), treated grasses experienced a 75% decrease in photosynthesis and an 18% decline in SIFyield, with evidence of alterations in energy partitioning. Withholding water resulted in slower photosynthetic inhibition of lower magnitude, with full recovery upon rewatering. In both treatments, reductions in SIF co-occurred with reductions in canopy greenness. However, we did not observe a relationship between the SIF and near-infrared reflectance of vegetation (NIRv) responses to our treatments in turfgrass. The response differences between treatments highlight the nuances of using SIF as a proxy for GPP.
Impact of renewable energy technology innovation on green industrial structure upgrading: evidence from 284 cities in China
Authors: Zheng Zhonghai , Lin Boqiang , Ye Nan , Zheng Chaofeng , Xie Yongjing
Published: November 2023

Renewable energy technology innovation (RETI) and green industrial structure upgrading (GISU) are crucial pathways for China’s pursuit of sustainable development. Despite the existing research separately emphasizing the importance of RETI and GISU, there are limited investigations into the role of RETI in facilitating the process of GISU, especially in terms of empirical evidence at the urban level. This study utilizes data from 284 cities in China from 2006 to 2020 to investigate the impact of RETI on GISU. Our research findings reveal a positive association between RETI and GISU. Specifically, increasing 1 unit of RETI can promote GISU by 0.19 units. Moreover, we identify that environmental regulations, green finance, and human capital strengthen RETI’s stimulating effect on GISU. Notably, the study highlights that the positive influence of RETI on GISU is especially prominent in economically developed cities with a conducive innovation environment and those facing severe pollution challenges.
Lifetime engineering of bioelectronic implants with mechanically reliable thin film encapsulations
Authors: Niemiec Martin , Kim Kyungjin
Published: November 2023

While the importance of thin form factor and mechanical tissue biocompatibility has been made clear for next generation bioelectronic implants, material systems meeting these criteria still have not demonstrated sufficient long-term durability. This review provides an update on the materials used in modern bioelectronic implants as substrates and protective encapsulations, with a particular focus on flexible and conformable devices. We review how thin film encapsulations are known to fail due to mechanical stresses and environmental surroundings under processing and operating conditions. This information is then reflected in recommending state-of-the-art encapsulation strategies for designing mechanically reliable thin film bioelectronic interfaces. Finally, we assess the methods used to evaluate novel bioelectronic implant devices and the current state of their longevity based on encapsulation and substrate materials. We also provide insights for future testing to engineer long-lived bioelectronic implants more effectively and to make implantable bioelectronics a viable option for chronic diseases in accordance with each patient’s therapeutic timescale.
Torsion divisors of plane curves and Zariski pairs
Authors: Artal Bartolo E. , Bannai Sh. , Shirane T. , Tokunaga H.
Published: November 2023

This paper is devoted to the study of the embedded topology of reducible plane curves having a smooth irreducible component. In previous studies, the relationship between the topology and certain torsion classes in the Picard group of degree zero of the smooth component was implicitly considered. Here this relationship is formulated clearly and a criterion is given for distinguishing the embedded topology in terms of torsion classes. Furthermore, a method is presented for systematically constructing examples of curves where this criterion is applicable, and new examples of Zariski

N
N

-tuples are produced.
On the electric impedance tomography problem for nonorientable surfaces with internal holes
Authors: Korikov D.
Published: November 2023

Let

(
M
,
g
)

(M,g)

be a compact (in general, nonorientable) surface with boundary

∂
M

\partial M

and let

Γ
0

\Gamma _0

, …,

Γ

m
−
1

\Gamma _{m-1}

be connected components of

∂
M

\partial M

. Let

u
=

u

f

(
x
)

u=u^{f}(x)

be a solution to the problem

Δ

g

u
=
0

\Delta _{g}u=0

in

M
M

,

u

|

Γ
0

=
f

u\big |_{\Gamma _0}=f

,

u

|

Γ
j

=
0

u\big |_{\Gamma _j}=0

,

j
=
1

j=1

, …,

m
′

m’

,

∂

ν

u

|

Γ
j

=
0

\partial _{\nu }u\big |_{\Gamma _j}=0

,

j
=

m
′

+
1

j=m’+1

, …,

m
−
1

m-1

, where

ν
\nu

is the outward normal. With this problem, one associates the DN map

Λ
:
f
↦

∂

ν

u

f

|

Γ
0

\Lambda \colon f\mapsto \partial _{\nu }u^{f}\big |_{\Gamma _0}

. The purpose is to determine

M
M

from

Λ
\Lambda

.

To this end, an algebraic version of the boundary control method is applied. The key instrument is the algebra

A

\mathfrak {A}

of functions holomorphic on the appropriate orientable double cover of

M
M

. It is proved that

A

\mathfrak {A}

is determined by

Λ
\Lambda

up to isometric isomorphism. The spectrum of the algebra

A

\mathfrak {A}

provides a relevant copy

M
′

M’

of

M
M

. This copy is conformally equivalent to

M
M

while its DN map coincides with

Λ
\Lambda

.
Cauchy problem for the nonlinear Hirota equation in the class of periodic infinite-zone functions
Authors: Mannonov G. , Khasanov A.
Published: November 2023

In this paper, the method of inverse spectral problem is used to integrate the nonlinear Hirota equation in the class of periodic infinite-zone functions. An evolution of the spectral data of the periodic Dirac operator is introduced, where the coefficient of this operator is the solution of the nonlinear Hirota equation. The solvability of the Cauchy problem for an infinite system of Dubrovin differential equations in the class of five times continuously differentiable periodic infinite-zone functions is shown. In addition, it is proved that if the initial function is a

π
\pi

-periodic real-analytic function, then the solution of the Cauchy problem for the Hirota equation is also a real-analytic function in the variable

x
x

; and if the number

π

/

2

\pi /2

is a period (antiperiod) of the initial function, then the number

π

/

2

\pi /2

is a period (antiperiod) in the variable

x
x

of the solution of the Cauchy problems for the Hirota equation.
On finite algebras with probability limit laws
Authors: Yashunsky A.
Published: November 2023

An algebraic system has a probability limit law if the values of terms with independent identically distributed random variables have probability distributions that tend to a certain limit (the limit law) as the number of variables in a term grows. For algebraic systems on finite sets, it is shown that, under some geometric conditions on the set of term value distributions, the existence of a limit law strongly restricts the set of possible operations in the algebraic system.

In particular, a system that has a limit law without zero components necessarily consists of quasigroup operations (with arbitrary arity), while the limit law is necessarily uniform. Sufficient conditions are also proved for a system to have a probability limit law, which partly match the necessary ones.
Radiofrequency Microneedling: Technology, Devices, and Indications in the Modern Plastic Surgery Practice
Authors: Shauly Orr , Marxen Troy , Menon Ambika , Gould Daniel J , Miller Leonard B , Losken Albert
Published: November 2023

Background

Since the initial invention of microneedling, advancements have been made to improve the desired effects. The addition of radiofrequency to microneedling devices was developed within the past decade as a way to induce thermal injury and increase dermal heating to enhance the dermal wound healing cascade.

Objectives

With an overabundance of literature and mainstream media focused on microneedling and radiofrequency microneedling, this review aims to focus on the available high-quality evidence.

Methods

A comprehensive review of the literature was performed across PubMed (National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD) and Embase (Elsevier, Amsterdam, the Netherlands) databases. Attention was focused on manuscripts that provided objective data with respect to clinical application, innovation, anatomy, and physiology.

Results

Optimal outcomes are achieved when needle depth is targeted to the reticular dermis. Needle depth should reflect the relative differences in epidermal and dermal thickness throughout the face. A depth of at least 1.5 mm should be used for the forehead and temporal skin, 1.0 mm for the malar region, 2.0 mm (maximum depth for radiofrequency microneedling) for the nasal side walls, 0.5 mm for the perioral skin, and 1.5 mm for the neck. Deeper settings can be used with care to provide some fat reduction in the submentum.

Conclusions

The authors find herein that radiofrequency microneedling is a safe adjunctive tool to surgical aesthetic procedures. The addition of radiofrequency poses an advance over traditional microneedling devices for skin tightening, with improvements in both safety and efficacy over time.

Level of Evidence: 5