bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Preserving farm freshness: Consumer preferences for local value-added products at urban farmers markets
Authors: Quick Virginia , Errickson Lauren , Bastian Graham , Chang Grace , Davis Sarah , Capece Anthony , Schoolman Ethan
Published: February 2022

Farmers markets (FMs) are known for fresh fruits and vegetables, but many also feature shelf-stable, value-added products (VAPs) like sauces, jams, and fermented produce. Despite the potential impor­tance of locally sourced VAPs to FMs, farmers, and food-insecure communities, few if any studies have examined consumer preferences related to small-batch VAPs of the kind often prepared for sale at FMs. To address this gap in knowledge, this study presents the results of a collaboration between farmers, researchers, and a not-for-profit community kitchen in New Jersey. First, using the Food Choice Process Model as a framework, we conducted focus groups (four focus groups: 6-10 participants per group; 33 participants total) to gain insight into what would make locally sourced VAPs appealing to residents of food-insecure areas. Major themes that emerged were cost, quality, and health; less common themes included culture, food safety, and ethical values. Second, drawing on focus group data, we developed new VAPs—including tomato sauce, applesauce, hot pepper relish and pickled jalapeños—using ingredients from local farms. Third, we conducted controlled sensory evaluations to assess FM customer satis­faction with project-specific VAPs. Urban consum­ers (N=49) ranked a store-bought tomato sauce significantly higher on taste, sweetness, saltiness, and thickness, compared to the VAP version. However, VAP and store-bought applesauces were comparable across most attributes, and reactions to the hot pepper relish and pickled jalapeños were broadly positive. Overall, findings suggest that locally sourced VAPs tailored to the preferences of particular markets may constitute a valuable addi­tion to the local food landscape in food-insecure areas.
Incidence and Causative Organisms of Acute Bacterial Meningitis, our Hospital Experience
Authors: Shah Syed Aamir , Mallah Fahmida Arab , Mari Abdul Razaque , Tahira Khadija , Amjad Madeha , Khan Anum
Published: February 2022

Aim: To determine the incidence and causative organism of acute bacterial meningitis in patients presented with suspected meningitis Study Design: Cross sectional study Place and duration: This study was conducted in Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences Islamabad, Pakistan from April 2019 to March 2020. Methodology: A total of 350 patients with suspected meningitis were included in the study. Lumbar puncture is used to obtain samples of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF analysis, CSF microbiological inspection, blood culture, and antibiotic sensitivity testing were all performed. In certain individuals, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain was conducted prior to lumbar puncture. All patients with acute bacterial meningitis (ABM) had their epidemiologic characteristics, clinical data, and laboratory findings analyzed in detail, as well as the causative organisms and prognosis. Results: Meningitis was found in people of all ages. A considerable number of meningitis patients (60 percent) indicated a positive history of antibiotic use in the days leading up to hospital admission. CSF leukocyte counts in the range of > 100 to 1,000 cell/mm3 were found in 79.1% of ABM patients, while CSF neutrophil percentages were found in 80%. In 86.4 percent of patients, microorganisms were discovered on a direct Gram-stained smear. Gram-positive bacteria were found in 55 of 110 cases (50 percent). Gram-negative bacteria were found in 40 of the 110 cases (36.4 percent). ABM had a high risk of death (22.7 percent). ABM had a mortality rate of 22.7 percent. Conclusions: Meningitis is an endemic disease in our region, with a high fatality rate. Acute bacterial meningitis is very common in patients presenting with suspected meningitis. The most prevalent pathogen was Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Prevalence of Hydrocephalus in Tuberculous Bacterial Meningitis Patients Presented at our Hospital: a cross Sectional Study
Authors: Khan Anum , Amjad Madeha , Shah Syed Aamir , Mari Abdul Razaque , Arab Mallah Fahmida , Tahira Khadija
Published: February 2022

Aim: To determine the prevalence of hydrocephalus is in tuberculous bacterial meningitis patients Study Design: Cross sectional study Place and duration: This study was conducted in Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences Islamabad, Pakistan From September 2019 to December 2020 Methodology: The technique of nonprobability, sequential sampling, was used. After a thorough examination, patients with tuberculous bacterial meningitis (TBM) were included. At the time of admission, a brief history of socio-demographics and the length of the illness was taken. The proforma was filled up with the results. The data were analyzed using SPSS Version 22. Results: Out of 120 patients, males made up 59.16 % cases. The age groups 20-30 years, 31-40 years, 41-50 years, and 51-60 years were represented in the study by 28 (23.33 %), 37 (30.83%), 17 (14.16 %), and 38 (31.66%) patients, respectively. The prevalence of hydrocephalus among TBM was 16.66%, with the 20-30 year age group having the most cases (50 %). Significant differences have been identified (X2= 12.43, P=0.006) in age grouping. Cases with hydrocephalus with symptoms that lasted less than a week were discovered in 70 %, whereas those with symptoms that lasted more than a week were detected in 30% of patients (X2=4.51, P=0.033). Conclusion: Hydrocephalus was seen in a substantial percentage of patients with tuberculous bacterial meningitis. Keywords: Tuberculosis, Meningitis, Hydrocephalus, Prevalence
Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Medical Education
Authors: Khan Farida Habib , Alhazmi Awdah Bin Masood , Alkwai Hend M. , Alreshidi Fauwaz Fahad , Bashir Abdel Hafiz , , Alhazmi Nawaf , Alreshidi Ashwaq Saud , Alhazmi Sumyiah , Khalid Ayesha Akbar , Khattak Osama
Published: February 2022

Background: Pandemic of COVID-19 has affected almost every aspect of human life. Medical Education is profoundly affected globally because of social distancing which has prohibited teacher-medical student and medical student-patient’s interaction. During this paradigm shift, students both have faced different challenges. College of Medicine, University of Ha’il is not an exception. Aim: The aim of present study was to assess students’ perspective to list supportive and inhibitory factors that has affected implementation of Medical Education during COVID-19 Pandemic. Study results would be helpful to design a feasible cost effective strategy to minimize the effect of those inhibitory factors so our medical undergraduates of coming academic year attains maximum competencies during this period of pandemic. Methodology: It was a cross sectional study conducted in College of Medicine, University of Ha’il from November 2020 till February 2021. Our study respondents were undergraduate MBBS male and female students who were attending online sessions since March 2020. Results: Eighty-two percentage of students learned digital technology, gained confidence and self-efficacy (61%) hence their metacognitive learning ability has increased (71%). As the lectures are being recorded, students found online lecturing more useful (88%) as compared to classroom. Flipped Learning was liked by 70%. Online teaching saves time (89%) its low cost (89%) and there is there is flexibility of location (90%). Main barrier (95%) to online learning is its dependency on Internet availability. Students’ could not concentrate properly andthey were not satisfied with online assessment (65% & 68% respectively). Even the motivated students answered that Problem Based Learning sessions were not delivered effectively as it was before when it was by physical presence (p≤0.000).Community and patients’ care skills could not be developed by online learning instructions (p≤0.05). Conclusion: Students learned digital technology and developed metacognitive ability so become more responsible for their learning tasks as they were before pandemic. As teaching sessions are recorded that helps them in revision. However, online sessions are not suitable to learn soft skills. Student-patients’ interaction is a mandatory element in order to learn competency. Key Words: Medical Education, COVID-19 Pandemic, Impact
Prevalence and Outcomes of Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Patients with Corona Virus Disease-19
Authors: Fayyaz Muhammad , , Omar Khan Muhammad , Siddiq Shazia , , Kumar Narindar , Shah Iftikhar Ali , Fuaad Muazzam
Published: February 2022

Background and Aim: Respiratory symptoms are mostly present in Coronavirus disease 2019 patients; however, a manifestation of gastrointestinal symptoms can be presented alone or with respiratory symptoms. The present study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and outcomes of gastrointestinal symptoms in corona virus disease-19 patients. Methodology: This multi-center cross-sectional study was conducted on 486 confirmed coronavirus disease-19 patients in the Department of Gastroenterology at Tertiary Care Hospitals (KMU IMS Kohat, Poonch medical college / CMH Rawlakot Azad Kashmir, and Bhitai Dental and Medical College Mirpurkhas) from May 2021 to October 2021. COVID-19 disease was confirmed through polymerase chain reaction testing. The patient’s demographic details, symptoms, and clinical history were recorded. Intensive care admission, mortality, and intubation were determined based on medical queries. Demographic details such as gender, age, and BMI were calculated based on multivariate logistic regression. SPSS version 21 was used for data analysis. Results: Of the total 486 corona virus-positive patients, the prevalence of gastrointestinal disease patients was 30.04% (n=146) whereas the incidence of fever, cough, and short breathiness was 181 (37.2%), 211 (43.5%), and 191 (39.4%) respectively. Out of gastrointestinal patients, diarrhea was the prevalent symptom whereas abdominal pain, vomiting, and decreased appetites were the other symptoms. The prevalence of abdominal pain, vomiting, and decreased appetites was 5.6% (n=8), 12.6% (n=18), and 10.5% (n=15) respectively. Mortality rate caused by diarrhea was higher (OR 2.81; p=0.005, CI; 1.43-5.95) and needed intensive care unit (ICU) admission (OR 1.89; p=0.021; CI 1.14-3.9), and intubation (OR 3.23; p=0.001; CI 1.6-5.53). Acute kidney injury, vasopressors, and shock presence were additional outcomes. These outcomes were more prevalent in coronavirus patients with gastrointestinal symptoms of diarrhea. Conclusion: Our study found that the prevalence of gastrointestinal symptoms in coronavirus patients was 30.04%. COVID-19 patients with respiratory symptoms are frequently followed by gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting. These patients should be given extra attention to avoid misdiagnosis or delayed treatment. Keywords: Coronavirus disease, Gastrointestinal Symptoms, Outcomes
Employability Skill Development: Faculty Members’ Perspectives in Non-Professional Programs
Authors: Gregory Emily , Kanuka Heather
Published: February 2022

The purpose of this study was to explore faculty perspectives about employability and employability skill development through curricular activities in non-professional programs. Using pre and post semi-structured interviews, this study embedded employability skills in three academic courses to gain insight into faculty members’ perspectives on employability skill development. Results reveal that the faculty members involved in the study addressed employability to differing degrees in their courses, yet each recognized the importance for students. The outcomes of this study support the need for the development of employability initiatives in higher education and highlights that faculty members can benefit from support in identifying and assessing the employability skills practiced in academic courses.
Marmara Bölgesi’nde Yaprağı Yenen Sebzelerde Görülen Hastalık ve Zararlıların Belirlenmesi
Authors: Uzunoğulları Nesrin , Hantaş Cemil , Dura Onur , Tunalı Nesrin , Hephızlı Göksel Pınar , Polat Zühtü , Sönmez İbrahim
Published: February 2022

Bu çalışmada, 2015-2016 yılları arasında Marmara Bölgesi’nde (Bursa, Yalova, Bilecik, Kocaeli, Sakarya ve İstanbul) yaprağı yenen sebzelerden salata (kıvırcık, marul, aysberg) maydanoz, dereotu, roka, ıspanak ve tere üretim alanlarında görülen hastalık ve zararlı türlerin belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır.
Yaprağı yenen sebze üretim alanları hastalık ve zararlı yönünden incelenmiş ve örnek alınmıştır. Yapılan analizler sonucunda fungal etmenlerden Septoria sp., Sclerotinia sp., Botrytis cinerea, Bremia lactucae, viral etmenlerden Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) ve Lettuce mosaic virus (LMV), zararlılardan salyangoz, solucan, sülük, yaprak biti, thrips, Empoasca sp. ve Meloidogyne incognita, faydalı böcek olarak ise Coccinela septempunctata, Crysopha sp. ve Syrphus sp. tespit edilmiştir. Sürvey yapılan alanlarda bakteriyel hastalık etmeni tespit edilmemiştir.
Una mujer loca y no una loca mujer: la trampa de representar la vida trans-travesti en la televisión colombiana de los 2000
Authors: Carosi Marcelo
Published: February 2022

Este artículo examina la telecomedia colombiana Los Reyes (2005) con el fin de sondear la noción de trapdoor (Gossett, Stanley, Burton) en el contexto de las representaciones de la vida trans y travesti, cada vez mayores, en los medios masivos de comunicación. Mi análisis confirma que la ambivalencia del cuerpo trans termina activando una serie de mecanismos que, a la larga, lo atan a una visión heteronormativa del género y la sexualidad que busca sanitizarlo para que pueda ser mostrado al público masivo de las 8pm.
Memorias de resistencia: movimiento social trans en Colombia
Authors: Verástegui-Mejía Daniel Andrés , Palomino Céspedes Gerónimo
Published: February 2022

Este artículo aborda la memoria colectiva del Movimiento Social Trans en Colombia, a partir de la historia de vida de catorce líderes y lideresas con experiencias de vida Trans. Es un estudio exploratorio de corte cualitativo organizado a partir de momentos y tránsitos escalares, los cuales se entienden como acción de movimiento capaz de construir una memoria de valor político y social propio. Los momentos señalados son el producto de la reconfiguración de acciones donde se trasladan los liderazgos individuales a acciones de pequeños grupos, y de organizaciones a diálogos colectivos, en un conjunto de redes y relaciones que posibilitan los cambios en el marco de un proceso de consolidación l Movimiento Social Trans en Colombia.
De la experiencia al suceso: travestismo en la prensa sensacionalista. El caso de la revista Vea (1971- 1989)
Authors: Bermejo Camacho Catherine
Published: February 2022

Este artículo muestra la manera en que fueron capturadas, semánticamente, las experiencias de disidencia sexual (travestismo, transgenerismo y transexualismo) en las décadas del setenta y ochenta en la prensa sensacionalista en Colombia. Se aborda, particularmente, el caso de la revista Vea que circuló de 1971 a 2001. Allí, se pone el foco en dos tipos de género que abordaron las experiencias sexuales no normativas: el periodismo científico y la prensa ligera.
Presentación del director
Authors: Herrero-Olaizola Alejandro
Published: February 2022

Presentación del director
Influence of temperature and relative humidity on hospital admissions due to pneumonia: a study in the South and Southeast regions of Brazil
Authors: De Barros Franciele Silva , Nedel Anderson Spohr , Gobo João Paulo Assis , Silva Marina Piacenti
Published: February 2022

This study aims to evaluate the influence of meteorological factors on hospital admissions for pneumonia in children and elderly in Bauru and Pelotas cities, between 2009 to 2016. The health information was obtained from the Brazilian System Database and the daily average temperature and relative humidity from the meteorological stations of the National Institute of Meteorology and of the UNESP Meteorological Center. Descriptive analyses were performed to verify temporal trends and seasonal variations of meteorological variables and hospitalizations. Spearman correlation and Generalized Additive Model (GAM) Statistical methods were applied too. The results showed that Pelotas, presents the highest frequency of hospitalizations. It’s observed an increase in admissions in winter in both cities, except for children, in Bauru/SP, which occurs more frequently in the fall. The correlation was significant for low air temperature and high relative humidity. In addition, the GAM indicated a higher risk of hospitalizations with temperatures below 16°C and relative humidity above 40% (Bauru) and 80% in Pelotas. The increase in hospitalizations occurs in winter, and caused by the low temperatures and high relative humidity.
Diseño de un protocolo para desarrollar habilidades resilientes en estudiantes del centro desarrollo integral Proezas
Authors: Mejía Brendhaly
Published: February 2022

El diseño de este proyecto de investigación tiene como propósito fundamental el diseño de un protocolo para promover el desarrollo de la resiliencia en una población de niños/as y adolescentes de 9 a 14 años. Se realizó una investigación no experimental, de tipo descriptiva con 67 NNA (sujetos voluntarios) del Centro de Desarrollo Integral ES/976 para ofreceruna respuesta a las necesidades detectadas y sugerir líneas de trabajo e investigación en futuras intervenciones. El nivel de resiliencia se obtuvo al aplicar la Escala de Resiliencia Escolar (salvadoreña) en la que se determinaron los factores protectores y de riesgo de la población participante. También se identificó que de toda la población evaluada el 49 % (12 años promedio) obtiene un nivel de resiliencia bajo (percentiles de 1 a 25). Las dimensiones de ERE-S con predominancia en las puntuaciones bajas (factores de riesgo) están relacionadas con generatividad-aprendizaje, recursos externos, redes-modelos. Las áreas que pueden potenciarse, porque su predominancia es en puntuaciones medias (factores protectores), son identidad-autoestima y recursos internos. En conclusión, se observa la importancia del desarrollo de habilidades resilientes en niños, niñas y adolescentes (de 9 a 14 años) a través de un modelo basado en ACT y MVR, en el cual aspectos como el dolor y el sufrimiento siempre estarán presentes en la vida del ser humano
Influencia de la pandemia en el abstencionismo electoral en México
Authors: Villanueva Mendoza Armando , Dimas de Los Reyes Arturo , Bolaños López Abimael , Guevara Calderón María de la Luz
Published: February 2022

Este trabajo tiene como objetivo analizar la influencia de la pandemia del covid-19 en el abstencionismo electoral en México, tomando como referente el proceso electoral local de Hidalgo y Coahuila de 2020 y Federal de 2021. La metodología utilizada es el análisis exploratorio de datos y del entorno social y político a nivel nacional. Los resultados de los últimos procesos electorales en México muestran que el abstencionismo electoral se sigue manifestado en la vida democrática del país y que se ha incrementado a raíz de la pandemia del covid-19. Debido a la experiencia vivida con el proceso electoral de 2020, el INE (Instituto Nacional Electoral) se encuentra en un momento decisivo para elegir la forma de llevar a cabo el proceso electoral federal de 2021 teniendo como opciones estratégicas la aplicación de las medidas de higiene en las casillas electorales y el voto electrónico.
Microzonificación sísmica del sector urbano de la ciudad de León, Nicaragua
Authors: Castrillo-Osorio Nadir
Published: February 2022

Los objetivos principales de esta investigación fueron determinar la demanda sísmica así como definir la microzonificación sísmica en el sector urbano de la ciudad de León, este sector tiene alrededor de173,866 Habitantes, este es el número de beneficiados directos con la información producida en esta investigación. En esta investigación utilizamos medición de vibración ambiental (MHVSR), así como medición de ondas superficiales con el método activo MASW. Las funciones de transferencia empíricas(FTE) mostraron que los suelos del área vibran con tres modos, los cuales varían su periodo de vibración entre los valores To1=0.049 a 0.160 s, To2=0.161 a0.330 s y To3=0.331 a 0.969 s. Además, basado en los resultados de Vs30 y en el RNC-07 los suelos del área pueden clasificarse como suelos firmes o suelo moderadamente blando o como tipo II y III, respectivamente. Los resultados de esta investigación serán utilizados con fines de fortalecer la mitigación de desastres contra terremotos en esta ciudad al ser incluidos en el reglamento nacional de construcción nicaragüense.
Desarrollo y evaluación de alimentos: galleta, salpor y bebida tipo horchata elaborados a partir de harinas de semillas de melón (Cucumis melo)
Authors: Cosme-Linares Walter Alexander , Saravia-Arias Blanca Estela , Gracias-Portillo Delmi Milagro
Published: February 2022

El trabajo consistió en el desarrollo y evaluación de alimentos: galleta, salpor4 y bebida tipo horchata, elaborados a partir de harina de semillas de melón, como una opción de diversificación en productos de consumo popular en El Salvador; al mismo tiempo, esto representa una alternativa para aprovechar la semilla del melón que, por lo general, es desechada.Para la obtención de harina se inició con la selección de melones, extracción de semillas, secado, molido, tamizado. Posteriormente, se procedió a utilizar en diferentes formulaciones a fin de estandarizar y analizar la estabilidad en combinación con otros ingredientes. Luego se realizaron pruebas sensoriales a los productos para determinar los porcentajes de harina de melón en las diferentes recetas: 8.33% para galleta; 5.04% para salpor y 2.02% para horchata.Con base en el análisis físico químico realizado, la harina de semilla de melón contiene propiedades nutricionales tales como proteínas, carbohidratos, grasas de origen vegetal (ácido linoleico), las cuales fueron transmitidas a los productos elaborados, aumentando con ello el valor nutricional.
Diseño y prueba de un incinerador modular para desechos infecciosos provenientes de pequeñas y medianas instituciones pertenecientes al sistema sanitario en El Salvador
Authors: Martínez Martínez Carlos , Cortez-Leiva Rommel
Published: February 2022

Una de las muchas dificultades, que ha tenido que afrontarse para enfrentar la pandemia por COVID-19, es lacorrecta disposición final de desechos sólidos hospitalarios y de uso común, como mascarillas usadas, guantes y jeringas. En respuesta a esta situación, se diseñó un incinerador de bajo costo, para reducir ese tipo de materiales contaminantes a través de temperaturas superiores a los 900° C, tal como lo recomienda el estándar conceptual de la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de los Estados Unidos (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés).El incinerador se construyó a partir de módulos independientes para sus cámaras combustión y postcombustión, cámaras de precipitación, cámara de enfriamiento para gases de salida y chimenea con filtro de gases y convertidor catalítico. Se realizaron quemas de prueba para recopilar datos de temperatura en las cámaras, tiempo de incineración y el flujo de gases en los quemadores, que inyectaban una mezcla de gas propano y aire. Como resultado, los tiempos para completa incineración fueron de aproximadamente 50 minutos, a temperaturas cercanas a los 1000° C, operando con una mezcla de gas en los quemadores con un flujo de 2 litros por minuto. Tal flujo fue el resultado de mantener una presión regulada de 7 libras por pulgadas cuadradas(PSI, por sus siglas en inglés) de gas propano y 4 PSI de aire. Se comprobó que el incinerador puede reducir eficientemente desechos comunes y hospitalarios, por su tamaño mediano y diseño modular, puede transportarse e instalarse con relativa facilidad en cualquier establecimiento de salud.
Current status and applications of biosurfactants
Authors: R Senthil Prabhu  , D Sabitha Ananthi
Published: February 2022

Surface active agents or surfactants are the compounds that lower the surface tension between two phases, like between two liquids, a gas and a liquid, or a liquid and a solid. Most of these compounds are chemically synthesized and potentially cause environmental and toxicity problems. To overcome these pitfalls the biosurfatants are used widely nowadays due to their unique properties like specificity, low toxicity and relative ease of preparation. They are derived from microorganisms, possessing both hydrophilic and hydrophobic ends. Due to their unique functional properties, they are used in several industries including organic chemicals, petroleum, petrochemicals, mining, metallurgy (mainly bioleaching), agrochemicals, fertilizers, foods, beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and many others. They can be used as emulsifiers as well as demulsifiers, wetting agents, foaming agents, spreading agents, functional food ingredients and detergents. In this review, we highlight the classification of biosurfactants, recent important relevant applications, and potential future applications for biosurfactants in pharmaceutical industries.
Prediction of the density-pressure-temperature behavior of the ebba liquid crystal, at the isotropic-nematic phase transition
Authors: Llaguno Martha Isabel Escalona , Sánchez Luis Octavio Solís , Bañuelos-García Luis Eduardo , Huizar Luis Humberto Mendoza , Ruíz Francisco Javier Martínez , Viramontes José Manuel Cervantes , Sánchez Miguel Ángel Navarrete , Sánchez Eduardo García
Published: February 2022

In this work, we have analyzed of density-pressure-temperature behavior of the EBBA liquid crystal at 1 atm by using first-order perturbation theory for Convex Peg HERSW model. We predicted quantitatively the experimental density-temperature behavior in this region of the diagram phase with  and , and with  and .
Twinning coordination action for spreading excellence in Aerial Robotics
Authors: Bogdan Stjepan , Kovac Mirko , Martinez de Dios Jose Ramiro
Published: February 2022

Twinning coordination action for spreading excellence in Aerial Robotics

AeRoTwin is a twinning coordination action for spreading excellence in aerial robotics. The project’s overall goal is to decrease networking gaps and deficiencies between UNIZG-FER and internationally-leading counterparts in the EU by significantly enhancing the S and T capacity of the Laboratory for Robotics and Intelligent Control Systems (LARICS) at UNIZG-FER. The strategic research domains are cooperative robotic missions, aerial robot navigation and aerial robot configurability.
How do bees move across the landscapes?
Authors: Dore Alexandre , Lihoreau Mathieu , Henry Dominique , Aubert Hervé
Published: February 2022

How do bees move across the landscapes?

The ERC Consolidator Grant “Pollination ecology: how do bees move across the landscape and fashion plant reproduction (Bee-Move)” aims to link the study of bee spatial foraging patterns in the field with pollen dispersal and plant reproduction success. It will identify key mechanisms of pollination on which we could act for ecological, economic or public health issues.
Atoms are small and fast, devices are big and slow: COGRA bridges the gap
Authors: Kochmann Dennis M.
Published: February 2022

Atoms are small and fast, devices are big and slow: COGRA bridges the gap

COGRA aims for new simulation techniques to bridge the gap between the accuracy of atomistic simulations and the length and time scales of engineering applications. Combining methods from engineering mechanics, statistical mechanics, materials science, and computational science, the new high-performance framework is used to investigate scale-bridging material processes ranging from metal processing to material failure.
Some Pathogenic Wood-rotting fungi of Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand
Authors: Safeer Reshma , Sharma J.
Published: February 2022

The present paper deals with the study of wood-rotting fungi which usually grow parasitically on some tree species and cause them serious damage from Rajaji National Park, Uttarakhand. The data is based on collections made from August 2009 to July 2011.The paper includes 25 species of wood-rotting fungi under 12 genera.
Further Analysis of the Forest Vegetation of Central Indian Mountains of Madhya Pradesh
Authors: Bir S.S. , Bedi Y. , Singhal V.K. , Gill B.S.
Published: February 2022

From the academic point of view even today the forests of Central India possess highly valuable tree wealth in spite of the fact that a lot of Teak and Sal plantations have been cut down after Independence. The present studies on the forests were therefore under-taken for two more years in continuation of our early work**. The thick forests occupy even today the ground growth of fuelwood plants and young timber trees of different species constituting highly thick ground vegetation. Abundant amount of water sources are available through the hilly streams which are helpful in the growth of dense forests. Presently, the explored forests consists of Dry Deciduous and Moist Deciduous types categorized mainly under the tropical forests whereas mountain subtropical forests flourish at lower altitudes. Dry Teak (Tectona grandis) and Sal Forests (Shorea robusta) are of common occurrence. Timber trees of Central Indian mountains number more than several dozens and are of high value for future use. Detailed information is provided about the forest tree flora as well as about the ferns, the liverworts and shrubby flowering plants.
Vegetational diversity of a deciduous forest from West Bengal
Authors: Mallick Shyamal
Published: February 2022

Aim of the present study was to compare the floristic composition, phytosociological parameters such as frequency, density, basal area and importance value index (IVI) of hill top, foot hill and stream side region of a tropical dry deciduous forest range. The name of the forest range is Banspahari which is situated in the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal. The result indicated Shorea robusta Gaertn. as the most ecologically dominant species in these three study sites of the said forest range. Phytosociological analysis revealed that the forest types of hill top, foot hill and stream side forest is Shorea – Diospyros – Buchanania, Shorea – Terminalia – Buchanania and Shorea – Terminalia – Anogeissus respectively. Total tree basal area was estimated to be 55.16 m2/ha in the hill top site, 44.38 m2/ha in the foot hill site and 36.4 m2/ha in the stream side region. Total tree density, concentration of dominance value and the species diversity were calculated. Total density and concentration of dominance value is higher in the foot hill site but species diversity is higher in the stream side forest site.
Macroptilium (Benth.) Urb. - A New Addition to Legumes of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
Authors: Palanisamy M. , Kumar V.
Published: February 2022

The species Macroptilium atropurpureum (DC.) Urb. is reported for the first time from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which forms a new generic addition to the legumes of these Islands.
Natural Silvipastoral Covers of India
Authors: Palsaniya D.R. , Dhyani S.K.
Published: February 2022

Natural forages play an important role in the livestock based rural economy in developing countries like India. In this paper an attempt has been made to divide whole of India in to four major natural silvipastoral cover that will help in forage resource planning and execution of various programmes for sustainable livestock production. These four silvipastoral covers are Ulmus-Grewia-Bauhinia-Alnus-Themeda-Arundinella in Himalayas, Prosopis-Acacia-Ziziphus-Ailanthus-Dichanthium-Cenchrus-Lasiurus in western India, Anogeissus-Albizia-Hardwickia-Sehima-Dichanthium in eastern Indo-Gangetic-Brahamaputra plains and Acacia- Madhuca-Gmelina-Phragmites-Saccharum-Imperata cover in peninsular India.
Pengaruh Pelayanan Dan Fasilitas Pemeriksaan Kesehatan Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 Terhadap Kenyamanan Penumpang (Studi Kasus Pada Bandar Udara Internasional Yogyakarta)
Authors: Mahendra Alma Dwi
Published: February 2022

The world of aviation has experienced an increase in passengers since 2015. However, in 2020 there was a decline in passengers due to the emergence of the Covid-19 virus and resulted in new regulations and policies in services and facilities from the government and the airport. This also happened at Yogyakarta International Airport. This policy was made to meet the requirements of traveling passengers and minimize the spread of the Covid-19 virus. For this reason, the purpose of this study was to determine the effect of health check services and facilities on passenger comfort during the Covid-19 pandemic, partially or simultaneously. This study uses a quantitative method by distributing questionnaires to 100 respondents taken from the population of service users and health examination facilities during the Covid-19 pandemic at Yogyakarta International Airport. Based on the results of the study showed the total variation of passenger comfort with an average of 58.1%.
Pengaruh Debt Maturity Terhadap Efisiensi Investasi Pada Perusahaan Manufaktur Yang Terdaftar Di Bursa Efek Indonesia
Authors: Pratama Bayu , Jayusman Sri Fitria
Published: February 2022

This study aims to determine the effect of debt maturity on investment efficiency in manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The sample in this study was 43 companies using 86 panel data consisting of 2 years of financial data from 2018 to 2019, data collection techniques used documentation and literature study. Data processing using SPSS Version 20.0 for windows. The data analysis technique used is Simple Linear Regression and hypothesis testing consisting of t test and coefficient of determination test, and to find out how much influence debt maturity has on investment efficiency in manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange using the coefficient of determination test. The results of this study indicate that the debt maturity variable affects the efficiency of investment in manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, it can be seen from the results of t count (2.022) > t table (1.68288), with a level of influence of 0.091 or 9.1 %.
Pengaruh Size Of Firm, DAR, Dan Struktur Kepemilikan Manajerial Terhadap Manajemen Laba Dengan Penerapan Prudence Sebagai Pemoderasi
Authors: Ramawati Nur , Widyowati Lestari Adhi
Published: February 2022

This study aims to analyze the effect of size, DAR, and managerial ownership structure on earnings management by applying prudence as moderating both simultaneously and partially. The population in this study are manufacturing companies in the automotive industry and its components which are listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2012-2016 with a total population of 12 companies. The method used in this study is a quantitative method with the type of research is causality. Data analysis used the Moderated Regression Analysis (Moderated Regression Analysis) with SPSS 20. Then tested using the classical assumption test (Normality Test, Multicollinearity Test, Heteroscedasticity Test, Autocorrelation Test), and hypothesis testing (F Test, T Test). The results of the study simultaneously state that size, DAR and managerial ownership structure have a significant effect on earnings management. Partially stated that the size and structure of managerial ownership have a significant effect on earnings management, while DAR has no significant effect on earnings management. Prudence can simultaneously moderate the effect of size, DAR and managerial ownership structure on earnings management. Partially Prudence can moderate the effect of size on earnings management.
Meningkatkan Keterampilan Passing Bawah Pada Bolavoli Kelas IV SDN Sumberagung 2 Dengan Metode Permainan Raja Dan Pasukan
Authors: Multigunindra Gagas , Hendrawan K Susilaturochman
Published: February 2022

The purpose of this research is to improve the skill of passing down in volleyball in class IV SDN Sumberagung 2 Plosoklaten District, Kediri Regency. This research is a type of classroom action research with a qualitative descriptive approach. This classroom action research consists of 4 stages, namely (1) planning, (2) implementation, (3) observation. and (4) reflection. The subjects in this study were 13 fourth grade students at SDN Sumberagung 2, Plosoklaten District, Kediri Regency. The results showed in two cycles, namely three meetings in cycles 1 and 2. The success rate of students in cycle 1, meetings 1,2, and 3 was 38.6%, 43.3%, 49%, and in cycle 2 as much as 62%, 77%, 80%. In conclusion, using the king and troop game method can improve down passing skills in volleyball learning for fourth grade students at SDN Sumberagung 2.
Aplikasi Geofisika Terpadu Untuk Penelitian Potensi Air Tanah Aquifer Batu Pasir Di Alasombo, Indonesia
Authors: Maulana Fivry Wellda , Rakhman Arie Noor
Published: February 2022

The purpose of this study was to determine the potential of groundwater in Alasombo, Weru District, Sukoharjo Regency, Indonesia. The investigation has been carried out using geophysical methods that are integrated with surface geological data to obtain an interpretation of the hydrogeological control of the aquifer. The lithology of the aquifer is dominated by sandstone which controls its role as 2 types of aquifers, namely unconfined aquifers or free aquifers and semi-confined aquifers or semi-free aquifers. The geoelectrical section shows that the groundwater-carrying layer that functions as an aquifer is the sandstone layer in the second layer and sandstone in the base layer. As an artesian aquifer or a confined aquifer, sandstone aquifers have a water volume between 31.5 to 260 m3/day, in a northwest-southeast direction. In terms of the quality of the conductivity value of water in the field, below 1500 µs/cm is freshwater type groundwater that can be recommended as a source of clean water.
Kajian terhadap Gerakan Kebangkitan Epistemologi (Epistemological Movement): Scientific Revolution Thomas S. Kuhn
Authors: Supriyadi Asep , Natsir Nanat Fatah , Haryanti Erni
Published: February 2022

Penelitian ini menjelaskan tentang kajian terhadap gerakan kebangkitan epistemologi (epistemological movement): scientific revolution Thomas S. Kuhn. Metode yang digunakan dalam kajian ini menggunakan metode atau pendekatan kepustakaan (library research), bahwa studi pustaka atau kepustakaan dapat diartikan sebagai serangkaian kegiatan yang berkenaan dengan metode pengumpulan data pustaka, membaca dan mencatat serta mengolah bahan penelitian. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pemikiran Thomas S. Khun dapat diimplementasikan dalam ilmu pengetahuan, dari kajian yang telah ada paling tidak dapat berupa hal sebagai berikut: (1) Pentingnya sejarah ilmu dalam setiap pembahasan keilmuan. Sejarah penting karena dapat menjelaskan kesalahan-kesalahan ilmiah di masa lampau. Sebagai contoh adalah revisi akan konsep heliosentris. (2) Para peneliti atau ilmuan hendaknya menggunakan paradigma tertentu dalam melakukan kajian maupun penenlitian. Sebagaimana telah dibahas dan diuraikan bahwa paradigma merupakan sebuah cara pandang tertentu terhadap suatu hal. Paradigma ini dapat digunakan sebagai alat instrumen dalam sebuah kajian. Terkadang ilmu normal (norman science) yang ada telah berbeda dengan kondisi kekinian. Sehingga paradigma yang ada dalam sebuah subjek kajian pun berbeda. Oleh karena itu, maka diperlukan paradigma baru (new paradigm) dalam kajian keilmuan. (3) Alur berfikir Thomas S. Khun memberikan konstribusi bagi ilmu pengetahuan bahwa ilmu dapat direvisi bahkan direvolusi. Keilmuan tidak menjadi hal yang statis melainkan dinamis. Oleh karena itu, dalam implementasinya, sebuah keilmuan harus senantiasa dikembangkan dan ditinjau ulang kembali disesuaikan dengan zaman sehingga paradigma yang ada merupakan paradigma baru yang sesuai dengan kondisi kekinian.
Panenteisme: Melestarikan Alam di tengah Krisis Ekologi
Authors: Manurung Antoni
Published: February 2022

Penelitian ini menjelaskan tentang kajian terhadap panenteisme: melestarikan alam ditengah krisis ekologi. Metode yang digunakan dalam kajian ini menggunakan metode atau pendekatan kepustakaan (library research), bahwa studi pustaka atau kepustakaan dapat diartikan sebagai serangkaian kegiatan yang berkenaan dengan metode pengumpulan data pustaka, membaca dan mencatat serta mengolah bahan penelitian. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa persoalan deforestasi, yaitu kerusakan hutan yang terjadi sekarang ini telah menjadi ancaman serius bahkan telah menjadi sumber terjadinya bencana bagi kehidupan segenap mahluk kedepan. Bencana banjir, tanah longsor, kepunahan, cuaca yang extrim, pemanasan global dan udara yang kotor menjadi bahaya yang akan selalu mengancam kehidupan diatas bumi. Dalam persoalan itu, manusia ternyata tidak hanya sebagai korban tetapi turut serta berperan dalam perbuatan yang mengakibatkan terjadinya kerusakan hutan yang menjadi penyebab krisis ekologi. Diduga salah satu persoalannya karena pemahaman keagamaan manusia yang melihat Tuhan sebagai Tuhan yang terasing dan jauh dari alam. Akibatnya manusia melihat hutan hanya sebagai objek, materi yang tidak memiliki nilai ilahi dan dapat ditaklukkan serta dikuasai untuk memperoleh keuntungan sesuai dengan keinginannya. Terhadap persoalan itu diperlukan paham teologis yang relevan dan memberikan sumbangan positif dalam mengatasi krisis ekologi saat ini. Salah satu diantaranya adalah Panenteisme. Panenteisme adalah paham yang melihat bahwa Tuhan hadir dalam seluruh ciptaan dan semua ciptaan ada dalam Tuhan tetapi ciptaan bukanlah Tuhan. Paham ini menjadi paham yang relevan supaya manusia dapat menghargai, menghormati dan melestarikan hutan serta mengelolanya dengan inovatif sesuai kehendak sang pencipta.
Increasing Antibiotic Resistant Pattern in Clinical Bacterial Isolates, From Tertiary Care Hospital, Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar, Pakistan
Authors: Anwar Yaseen , Ullah Faiz , Ullah Inam , Basit Abdul , Yasin Muhammad , Shah Syed Fahim , Ullah Waheed
Published: February 2022

Bacterial infections are spreading worldwide especially in the developing countries. Most clinical pathogens have evolved mechanisms of resistance due to which most antibiotics are less or not effective to restrict their growth. Current study aims on finding the prevalence of antibiotics resistance in clinical isolates. Material and Methods: Total (n=753) clinical specimens were collected, among them, total (n=105) bacteria were identified on the basis of standard culture characteristics and biochemical tests and their antibiotics resistance pattern were determined. Results: Higher incidence of multidrug resistance bacteria were found in patients aged above 50 years and were prevalent in OPD, emergency and gynea wards. The dominant bacterial species were gram negative i.e. Escherichia coli (29%), Staphylococcus aureus (19%), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (13.33%), Acinetobacter species (5.71%), whereas, gram negative isolates were Staphylococcus epidermidis (9.52%), Streptococcus specie (5.71%), and Enterococcus faecium. Antibiotics like amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, cefuroxime and sulphamatoxazole/trimethoprim were resistant to 64.61%, 63.07% and 61.53% of gram negative bacteria respectively while ciprofloxacin, doxycycline and fusidic acid were resistant to 70%, 52.5% and 52.5% gram positive bacteria respectively. The most susceptible antibiotics against gram negative were sulbactum/cefoperazone and amikacin while to gram positive were linezolid, chloramphenicol and rifampicin. Conclusion: Current study revealed increasing antibiotic resistance pattern that need intimidate focus on surveillance of antibiotics resistance regularly and to ensure long lasting efficacy of antibiotics.
TO COMPARE THE EFFECT OF BRISK WALK AND STAIR CLIMBING ON CARDIOPULMONARY ENDURANCE IN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors: Anwer Nadia , Ahmed Sufian , Aslam Javeria , Ishaq Shahid , Samama Amjad Hafiz Muhammad
Published: February 2022

To evaluate the effectiveness of brisk walking and stair climbing on cardiopulmonary endurance in university students. Methods: 28 (male=14, female=14) young healthy adults were recruited for this study. VO2max and BMI, baseline measures were taken before the follow up. Participants in stair climbing group were asked to climb 60 stairs (height= 15cm each step) comprises of three flights per bout and a total of 180 stairs per session; three days a week, for a total of 12 training sessions over 4 weeks. In group B participants were asked to walk briskly for least 20 min a day, 3 times a week, for a total of 12 sessions for four weeks. VO2max and BMI measures were taken after the follow up.Results: Out of a sample of 28 participants, In Group A (Stair Climbing) the age of participants was (21.86 ±1.45 years, BMI pre was 21.96±3.31 kg/m2, which decreased to BMI post was 21.93±3.29 kg/m2, VO2 max pre was 42.45±4.57 (mL.kg-1.min-1) and VO2 max post was increased to 46.07±4.51; mean ± SD). In Group B (Brisk Walking) the age of participants was (22.92±1.85 years, BMI pre was 22.03±2.75 kg/m2, BMI post was 21.53±1.93 kg/m2, VO2 max pre was 42.07±3.52 (mL.kg-1.min-1) and VO2 max post was increased  to 43.84±3.36; mean ± SD). Conclusion: It is concluded from the study that stair climbing can improve cardiopulmonary endurance in young healthy university students as compared to the brisk walking.
Opinion of Speech Language Pathologist about Teletherapy in treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Hussain Fatima , Rashid Amna , Khan Muhammad Azzam , Yousaf Ruhamah , Khan M Sikander Ghayas , Rehman Iqra , Saleem Khadija , Faridi Tallal Anwar
Published: February 2022

To find out the opinion of speech language pathologistabout teletherapy in treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder in light of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.Study Design:The study design was cross-sectional.Settings: The data was collected through social media or online survey via Google forms.Study Duration: The duration of study was 6 months from January to June 2021.Material and method:To assess opinion about teletherapy, a convenient sampling technique was held in which speech therapist (n=113) completed an online survey amidst COVID-19 with 20 questions related to providing teletherapy service. A questionnaire was developed with the help of expert opinion and literature review. Measures of ratings included custom-made attitudinal statements towards teletherapy by Speech Therapist. Results:The results indicate that 8.7% speech therapists plan to discontinue teletherapy after COVID-19 pandemic while 48% speech therapists were satisfying with teletherapy service. None of the participants plans to switch completely to teletherapy. Besides technical conditions, other factors also have influence on teletherapy.Conclusion: The delivery of teletherapy has been found to be an efficacious, acceptable and feasible treatment modality for individual therapy.
Desarrollo histórico y conceptual de la orientación vocacional en Costa Rica
Authors: Vargas-Hernández Evelyn , Salas-Pérez Kattia , Sánchez-López Ángeles
Published: February 2022

En el marco de la investigación de Desafíos de la orientación vocacional en diversos contextos laborales de profesionales de orientación en Costa Rica, fase I: 2020- 2024, se presentan los primeros hallazgos del proceso de investigación teórica denominado avance I y realizado durante el año 2020, que tuvo como objetivo establecer el desarrollo histórico y conceptual de la orientación vocacional en Costa Rica para comprender los desafíos, logros y limitaciones actuales de esta área disciplinar. El cual se determinó por medio de un proceso de búsqueda de datos, análisis y reflexión de las investigadoras; entre los criterios más relevantes se valoró la documentación existente, investigaciones previas y la trayectoria de la disciplina en las universidades públicas y privadas que, actualmente, imparten la carrera de orientación. Según lo anterior, este artículo presenta los principales resultados en cinco apartados que abordan: I. Desarrollo histórico, II. Formación profesional según planes de estudio de tres universidades, III. Aportes de entidades gremiales, IV. El recuento de algunas propuestas en orientación y V. Principales conclusiones y hallazgos. A partir de los resultados se efectúan los informes generales de esta primera etapa del estudio y se establece como aporte a la disciplina la elaboración de este artículo que incluye la conceptualización histórica de la orientación vocacional en Costa Rica.