bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prevalence of HIV Cases Among the Tuberculosis Deaths at Autopsy
Authors: Parashar N , Shetty Suresh Kumar , Shetty PH , Kumar N , Unnikrishnan B , Biswas R , Mazumder N
Published: April 2024

Mortuary/Autopsy room is a relatively high risk workplace. Infections such as Tuberculosis (TB) and HIV pose a risk to the autopsy workers. These infections pose a greater risk since many times they are not even diagnosed until the autopsy is done in the mortuary itself. In this study, we intend to analyse the prevalence of HIV in TB infected bodies and also the risks in a mortuary and find ways to tackle the hazards of contracting infections in a mortuary. This is a retrospective case-based study where we consider 63 autopsy cases with TB during 2010-2015 conducted at District Wenlock Hospital, Mangalore, India and analysed them. Astatistical software SPSS was used for data analysis. The study has established that there is a clear correlation between positive HIV and positive TB cases at the autopsy. Most of these cases were found to be during the rainy season and co-related to the occupation of manual labourers. Since these infections pose a hazard to autopsy workers, there is a requirement to strengthen their safety.
Variation in Resource Supply of Mortuary for Autopsy at Tertiary Care Center - A Nation-Wide Survey
Authors: Khilji S , Nigam M , Nigam K
Published: April 2024

Mortuaries and medicolegal services are essential support services to the administration of healthcare. There is a lack of information and uniformity regarding various resource supplies especially day to day consumables for medico-legal services in India. For this reason, a study was undertaken to evaluate the current status of mortuaries and resource supplies for autopsy work as well as the elements that contribute to it. A cross sectional study was conducted in several Indian tertiary care facilities using both qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis. 74 faculty members from 71 institutes, including 5 AIIMS and AFMC Pune, participated in this study using data from 61 districts across 19 states and the union territories. Information about these health care institutions was gathered using a Google form that included 18 carefully crafted questions with options to observe and interview the faculties who are directly related to autopsy work. Across all the health care facilities we looked and discovered a wide range in resource availability and reluctance on the part of the institute to provide various resources for postmortem services. Polythene and cloth to wrap the body after the postmortem were arranged by relatives and NGOs in 34% and 46% of institutes, respectively; even in 14% of institutes, containers for the preservation of viscera have been arranged by relatives of the deceased. In 57% of institutes, doctors and 45% of institute mortuary workers are not receiving any postmortem allowance; in 30% of institutes, doctors received less than 500 rupees; and in 22% of institute mortuary workers received less than 50 rupees. In 39% of institutes, mortuary workers are outsourced by the institute on a temporary basis, and in 24% of institutes, departmental sweepers are employed as mortuary workers. Most mortuaries did not have adequate and trained human resources. Thus the present study attempts to highlight the variation of resource supply for medico-legal cases in autopsy block, mortuary workers, their recruitment method, and the lowest rank of investigating officer handling PM, highlights the value of uniform guideline for these services at institute, state or national level.
Review on A Comprehensive Study on Various Roofs for Thermal Comfort
Authors: Aashish Jadhav  , Pratik Salunkhe  , Adhiraj Patil  , K. S. Redekar  , Prof. K.S. Redekar
Published: April 2024

Green roofs have gained attention as sustainable solutions to urban environmental challenges. This comprehensive study delves into the multifaceted aspects of green roofs, including their environmental, economic, and social impacts. The research design incorporated data collection from diverse sites and rigorous analysis to provide a holistic perspective. The study reveals that green roofs exhibit promising benefits in terms of temperature regulation, energy efficiency, stormwater management, and biodiversity promotion. Economic analysis indicates long-term cost savings and ecological advantages, while the social and cultural dimensions shed light on the positive influence on human well-being. This research also delves into policy and regulation aspects, highlighting the importance of supportive measures for wider green roof adoption. Through case studies, practical insights are shared, emphasizing the real-world potential of green roofs. In conclusion, this study recommends the integration of green roofs in urban planning, emphasizing the need for informed decision-making and policy frameworks to unlock the full potential of green roofs in creating sustainable and resilient cities Green roofs have been heralded as a “sustainable building practice” in cities throughout the world as one response to mounting environmental stresses. A range of stressors plus erosion of aesthet-ics and human well being in urban areas have initiated policies and practices often with incentives to develop green infrastructure such as green roofs. They provide a suite of public and private benefits most of which map onto services generally provided by the ecosys-tem. Green roof development imbeds in environmental design pro-cesses and is constrained by both human and environmental factors. As relatively small, simple, anthropogenic ecosystems, green roofs relate to several existing conceptual and applied ecological ideas. Understanding and applying from ecology and ecosystem studies, ecological engineering, managed ecosystems, construction ecology, urban ecology, landscape ecology, restoration ecology, reconcilia-tion ecology, soil ecology and community ecology show green roof ecosystems can be created to cycle energy and nutrients. Further-more, green roofs can be constructed to model an ecosystem and may provide a setting for testing ecological concepts. This book takes an ecosystems approach to describing a large number of inter-actions on green roofs placing them in the total human ecosystem.
Sustainable Development of Bio- Bricks using Agricultural Waste
Authors: Radha Ajay Powar  , Abhishek Baburao Patil  , Aditya Sambhaji Kalake  , Kiran Anil Chalake
Published: April 2024

This paper endeavour the utilization of Agricultural waste ( Sugarcane trash ) for making Bio Bricks and other construction materials to reduce burning and disposal problems of Agricultural waste. India is an developing country and population of India goes on increasingthat puts huge burden of burn clay bricks. Burnt clay brick produced huge amount of greenhouse gas. Bio brick is one such material that haspotential to be sustainable and cost effective solution. Bio brick is an economic and environment efficient construction material and it has also carbon negative footprints . Sugarcane trash burning is a significant source of pollution in India, especially after the harvesting season. Bio-bricks was developed as an alternative and sustainable building material that is made up of agricultural waste. And at the same time will also lead to the reduction of air pollution and create new jobs at the grassroots level. The use of Sugarcane trash in construction materials is one of new way to deal with disposal and burning. India is home to some of the most polluted cities of the world in terms of its air quality. Data shows that around 20 out of the 30 most polluted cities of the world are in India. So the research highlight to provides green building material through Agricultural waste for sustainable development of Bio Bricks. Some additional work in this project can be done which will help environment with decreasing Air pollution by reducing of sugarcane trash burning . Bio-bricks can be developed as a carbon- negative, sustainable and economically viable material for construction. With the right kind of product development and incentives, it can diversify into numerous products satisfying the needs of an ecologically sensitive future.
Study on Manufacturing of Bricks by Using Waste Foundry Sand
Authors: Sourabh Jamdagni  , Nikam Ankita Anil  , Koli Kulbhushan  , Nikam Tejashri
Published: April 2024

The main objective of this project is to utilize waste foundry sand (WFS) from foundry industry in manufacturing of bricks. The entire process of combining clay mixtures, forming of bricks, drying and firing was done with local conditions. With minimum process it was possible to introduce up to 30% WFS in clay bodies to produce bricks of desirable properties. The minimum average wet compression resistance of 5.54Mpa, and maximum average water absorption of 20.76% was obtained for bricks containing 30% WFS, when fired at 900 C. There was insignificant difference in apparent porosity, water absorption, and specific gravity of bricks containing WFS, when compared to commercial bricks. The addition of WFS reduced the bulk density of the bricks, which has also caused reduction in compressive strength. WFS bricks can be classified as class II bricks, based on recommendations of IS 1077 standard specification. These bricks can be used in single storied load bearing structures, and also in the construction of infill walls in multi-storied framed structures.
Smart College Bus Transportation System Using IoT
Authors: Dr. S. A. Shaikh  , Mr. S. T. Pokharkar  , Mr. Heramb Shirgaokar  , Miss. Sakshi Lande  , Miss. Nikita Sonawane
Published: April 2024

This project enhances the college bus experience through a mobile application that leverages the power of IoT. Students and staff can ditch the guesswork about bus arrival times with the app's real-time GPS bus tracking feature. This translates to less time spent waiting and more flexibility in planning commutes. Furthermore, the system prioritizes student safety through RFID technology. RFID tags track student entries and exits, keeping parents and the college informed of their whereabouts. This combined approach of real-time bus tracking and student monitoring offers a comprehensive solution that improves efficiency, affordability, and overall safety for college bus transportation. The system's scalability paves the way for future expansion to encompass all college buses, creating a centralized tracking network
Sentiment Analysis Web App
Authors: Dr. Anup Bhange  , Sajid Sheikh  , Arpit Ninawe
Published: April 2024

This research explores how our approach to seeking information has evolved, particularly in understanding others' perspectives through platforms like online reviews and personal blogs. With the widespread use of technology, there's a growing interest in systems that can handle opinions. The paper focuses on techniques for creating opinion- centric information systems, particularly dealing with challenges in sentiment-aware applications. It categorizes information into facts and opinions, concentrating on expressions of positive or negative sentiments. Using typed dependency parsing, the study investigates the functional connections among words in sentiment analysis, allowing for a thorough examination of grammar and semantics in textual data. emphasizing the role of machine learning in ASP.NET Core for effective feedback and opinion handling.
Survey on Yogic Posture Recognition using Deep Learning
Authors: Archana B  , Bhavana S  , Chandrashekar  , Deekshitha G R  , Harikanjali
Published: April 2024

The abstract emphasizes the growing importance of yoga pose detection, especially in integrating technology into yoga practice. It highlights the various benefits of yoga, such as physical health, mental well-being, and stress reduction. The paper discusses the significance of automated yoga pose detection in providing real-time feedback and enhancing self-correction. The research explores different approaches to yoga pose classification, focusing on PoseNet and KNN classifier. Using deep learning algorithms and computer vision techniques like Open Pose, human pose estimation is employed to identify yoga postures. A combination of CNN and LSTM is utilized for real-time yoga pose recognition from monitored videos. Existing techniques for yoga pose recognition often fail in real-world situations, prompting the need for more efficient methods. The paper presents a computationally efficient approach using deep learning for yoga pose recognition in complex environments. Artificial intelligence is proposed as a substitute for yoga instructors, assisting individuals with their poses. The paper introduces algorithms for creating skeletons of yoga poses and hand mudras, extracting joint angles as features for machine learning and deep learning models. Furthermore, deep learning techniques are developed to detect incorrect yoga postures, enabling users to upload recorded videos for analysis. The system advises users on improving their poses by identifying abnormal angles between the actual and desired poses
Biohybrides, textilbewehrtes, minimalinvasives Implantat zur Rekonstruktion defekter Venenklappen
Authors: Emonts Caroline
Published: April 2024

Die chronisch venöse Insuffizienz (CVI) der Beine ist eine der häufigsten Krankheiten bei Erwachsenen in der westlichen Bevölkerung mit beträcht­licher sozioökonomischer Bedeutung. Durch die Insuffizienz der Venenklappen ist der Rückfluss des Bluts zum Herzen gestört und es kommt zu einem lokalen Überdruck im venösen System der Beine. Die aktuellen Therapien sind vor allem symptomatisch (Hochlagerung der Beine, Lymphdrainagen, Kompressionstherapie) bzw. behandeln die Komplikationen (Versorgung der chronischen Wunden, Entfernung der Krampfadern), nicht aber die Ursache. Bisherige Ansätze der Rekon­struktion der Venenklappenfunktion (chirurgisch, interventionell) konnten sich aufgrund der besonderen Gerinnungssituation im venösen Stromgebiet nicht durchsetzen.
Flexible Skolioseorthese mit 3-dimensional wirkenden Translations- und Rotationsmechanismen
Authors: Gresser Götz T. , Lochno Martina , Schmied Sibylle , Fritz Florian , Finckh Hermann , Rieder Oswald , Eisert Claudia
Published: April 2024

In einem gemeinsamen FuE-Projekt des Dynamics Competence Center (DCC), Mühltal, und der Deutschen Institute für Textil- und Verfahrenstechnik (DITF), Denkendorf, wurde eine senso­motorische, durch angepasste elastische Stoffe derotierend wirkende Skolioseorthese entwickelt.
Handel lockt mit billigem Bio
Authors: Müller Annette
Published: April 2024

Der Lebensmittelhandel treibt das Biosegment über Rabatte und Preiseinstieg voran. Ex-Demeter-Vorstand Klemens Fischer fordert intelligentes Pricing.
Sinalco stützt Hövelmann-Absatz
Authors: Brück Mario
Published: April 2024

An das rasante Wachstum aus dem Vorjahr konnten die Rheinfelsquellen H. Hövelmann 2023 nicht anknüpfen. Dank Sinalco schlägt sich der Hersteller besser als der Markt.
Entwaldungsfrei-VO droht ein Fehlstart
Authors: Falker Gerrit-Milena
Published: April 2024

Gut acht Monate vor dem geplanten Start der „Enwaldungsfrei-Verordnung“ lässt die EU entscheidende Fragen ungeklärt. Darauf verweisen 15 Verbände in einem Brief an Minister Özdemir & Co.
„Wieder auf die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit konzentrieren“
Authors: Bender Hanno
Published: April 2024

Über die Forderungen und Wünsche der Handelsbranche in Richtung Brüssel sprach die LZ mit Christel Delberghe, Generaldirektorin bei EuroCommerce.
„Erst besser, dann größer“
Authors: Murmann Christoph , Himberg Mathias
Published: April 2024

Wie kann ein Unternehmen in einer schrumpfenden Kategorie wachsen? Frank Uszko und René Roth, CEO und CCO der Molkerei Zott, haben da ein paar Ideen. Doch sie müssen sich an die Bedingungen der Inflationszeit anpassen.
Hohe Erwartungen
Authors: Nissen Madeleine
Published: April 2024

Nach dem Siegeszug in den Vororten will Le Grand Frais mit seinem Lieferdienst Mon Marché auch Paris erobern. Jedoch ohne die Opulenz an Frische, die das Hybrid aus Straßen- und Supermarkt so beliebt gemacht hat. Madeleine Nissen
„Deutschland ist eine Tech-Startup-Nation“
Authors: Klug Denise
Published: April 2024

Franziska Bossart verantwortet bei Amazon den Wagniskapitalfonds über 1 Mrd. US-Dollar. Was der US-Konzern damit vorhat, erzählt die Managerin im Interview.
Amazon treibt Robotik voran
Authors: Klug Denise
Published: April 2024

Der E-Commerce-Riese Amazon tüftelt in seinem Innovation Lab in Italien an neuen Technologien für den europäischen Markt. Erstmals stellt er die Experimentierfläche einem Publikum vor.
Annähernd gleiches Recht für alle
Authors: Flanderka Fritz
Published: April 2024

Die für alle Mitgliedsstaaten verbindliche EU-Verordnung über Verpackungen und Verpackungsabfälle (PPWR) ist eine tragende Säule des von Brüssel proklamierten Green Deals. Das Regelwerk überspannt den gesamten Lebenszyklus des Wirtschaftsgutes Verpackung und bringt viele Pflichten, aber auch Chancen für alle betroffenen Wirtschaftsbranchen.
Der Einwegkunststofffonds bittet zur Kasse
Authors: Falke Dirk
Published: April 2024

Die Regulierer in Brüssel und Berlin nehmen die Wertschöpfungskette FMCG und deren Lieferanten verstärkt in die Pflicht. Die Sonderabgabe für im laufenden Jahr unterwegs „gelitterte“ Produkte mit Plastikgehalt ist 2025 fällig. Sie soll betroffene Inverkehrbringer auch dazu bewegen, nachhaltigere Lösungen einzusetzen.
Anti-Plastik-Kurs führt in die Irre
Authors: Engelmann Martin
Published: April 2024

Die Hersteller von Kunststoffverpackungen kritisieren die im Kompromiss über Änderungen an der EU-Verpackungsverordnung hinzugekommenen zahlreichen Sonderregeln für ihre Erzeugnisse. Nicht gerechtfertigt ist auch die Privilegierung von Papier- und Kartonverpackungen im Hinblick auf Verbote, Rezyklateinsatz und Mehrwegpflichten.
Zeit der Bewährung
Authors: Janke Klaus
Published: April 2024

Kann der Handel die hohen Erwartungen im Werbegeschäft einlösen? Diese Frage stand im Mittelpunkt des „LZ Retail Media Day“, der in dieser Woche zum zweiten Mal in Frankfurt stattfand.
Breite Lösungsvielfalt für den gesamten Wasserkreislauf
Authors: Andritschke Nico
Published: April 2024

Vom 13. – 17. Mai trifft sich die Fachwelt traditionell zur Weltleitmesse für Wasser-, Abwasser-, Abfall- und Rohstoffwirtschaft IFAT Munich. Die Besucher erwarten neue Impulse, neue Formate und vor allem technologische Innovationen.
Vielfältige Herausforderungen für die Abwassertechnik an der Erft
Authors: Beyerle Luk , Brepols Christoph , Seiger David , Keysers Christopher , Hoven Florian , Drensla Kinga , Jüttner Martina , Bittner Daniel , Düppen René , Schäfer Heinrich
Published: April 2024

Der Braunkohleausstieg im rheinischen Revier bis 2030 sowie sich wandelnde Ansprüche und Vorgaben an die Abwasserreinigung sind große Herausforderungen für den Erftverband. Technologischer Fortschritt und integrales wasserwirtschaftliches Handeln sind gefragt.
Nachhaltiges Datenmanagement und effizienter Online-Kundenservice
Authors: Adler Stefan , Pater Steve , Rehak Sigrid
Published: April 2024

Die Digitalisierung bietet viel Potenzial für die Wasser- und Abwasserwirtschaft. Mit einer professionellen Software-Plattform lassen sich Serviceprozesse automatisieren und beschleunigen sowie wichtige Kenngrößen der Erzeugung und Bereitstellung überwachen.
Datenbasiert entscheiden – Hochwassergefahr früh erkennen
Authors: Merstetter Cora , Bianchi Sandra , Falger Florian
Published: April 2024

Hochwasser sind natürliche Ereignisse, stellen aber gleichzeitig eine große Gefahr dar. Innovative Frühwarnsysteme können gefährliche Überraschungen infolge eines Hochwassers verhindern. Die Basis dafür sind Sensormessungen und künstliche Intelligenz.
Datengestützte digitale Technologien für resiliente Wassersysteme
Authors: DiMatteo Sandra
Published: April 2024

Riesige Staudämme, Kanäle, Kläranlagen und Millionen Kilometer an Rohrleitungen machen die Notwendigkeit nachhaltiger und widerstandsfähiger Strategien für die Wasserwirtschaft deutlich. Der Zugang zu den weltweiten Wasservorräten ist aber gefährdet.
Nächste Kanzlerrunde für ZKL
Authors: Pehl Patrick
Published: April 2024

Die Zukunftskommission Landwirtschaft hat einen breiten Konsens zwischen Umweltbewegten und Landwirten geschaffen. Die Vorschläge aus dem Jahr 2021 sind beliebt, haben jedoch kaum politische Umsetzung gefunden. Das könnte sich nun ändern, da nach den Protesten im Winter der Beratungsfaden wieder aufgenommen wurde.
Gemüse außer Konkurrenz
Authors: Schaal René
Published: April 2024

Frankfurt a.M. Auch im Gemüseanbau sind Unkräuter ungebetene Gäste: Sie konkurrieren mit den Gemüsepflanzen um Nährstoffe, Wasser und Sonnenlicht und mindern so den Ertrag. Forscher arbeiten an einer nachhaltigen Alternative zu chemisch-synthetischen Pflanzenschutzmitteln.
Originell und funktionell
Authors: Ntemiris Anna
Published: April 2024

Die Verpackungsindustrie ist eine wichtige Kundenzielgruppe vieler Spezialisten aus den Bereichen Coating und Converting. Doch die Anforderungen an Verpackungen steigen immer weiter: Anlass für eine Analyse der aktuellen Trends bei Verpackungen am Beispiel der Lebensmittel-Branche.
Enhancing growth and milk production of dairy buffaloes through home-grown forages and complete nutrient diet
Authors: AQUINO Daniel L. , PALACPAC Eric P. , MOLINA Armie M. , LACANILAO Christian C. , GARCIA Nomer P. , DEL BARRIO Arnel N. , FUJIHARA Tsutomu
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to boost the growth and milk production of dairy buffaloes while increasing farmers' income in Nueva Ecija, Philippines. The approach involved utilizing home-grown forages (HGF), such as napier grass and various legumes (Leucaena, Rensonii, and Indigofera), along with a complete nutrient diet (CND). For growing buffaloes, the CND consisted of 23 kg chopped napier grasses, 3 kg legumes, and 1 kg grower concentrates. For lactating buffaloes, the CND comprised 45 kg napier grass, 5 kg legumes, and 2 kg dairy concentrates. Sixty farmers, collectively raising 348 buffaloes, were trained in HGF production and CND preparation. In a 120-day feeding trial for growing buffaloes, a subset of 20 farmers participated, with 10 feeding their buffaloes CND and the other 10 serving as controls. The control group employed traditional feeding practices, involving tethered grazing on native pasture supplemented by cut-and-carry feeding of mixed native grasses. Implementing CND for growing buffaloes resulted in an average daily gain (ADG) of 0.46 kg or an improvement of 53.33% compared to the 0.30 kg ADG observed with traditional feeding. Moreover, CND implementation reduced feed costs, leading to a 98.54% increase in income per growing animal. In a separate feeding trial for lactating buffaloes, another subset of 20 farmers participated, with 10 feeding CND and the remaining 10 serving as controls (traditional feeding). Feeding CND to lactating buffaloes increased daily milk yield from 4.6 kg to 6.0 kg per animal, reflecting a 30.43% improvement compared to those fed with the control diet. This translated to a 41.31% increase in farmers’ income over a 180-day lactation period. The findings underline the effectiveness of HGF production and CND feeding in improving the performance of dairy buffaloes and increasing the financial well-being of farmers in Nueva Ecija, marking a significant advancement in sustainable dairy farming practices.
Chitosan oligosaccharides as dietary antioxidants in nutrition of broiler chickens
Authors: HARAHAP Rakhmad Perkasa , SHOLIKIN Mohammad Miftakhus
Published: April 2024

Chitosan oligosaccharides (COS) have attracted considerable attention in poultry research due to their diverse biological activities and possible effects on the welfare and productivity of broiler chickens. A thorough examination of many studies indicates that the influence of COS on indices such as antioxidative functions, growth performance, immunological responses, and metabolic implications in broilers is significant. For example, specific dosage levels of COS have significantly enhanced antioxidant activity, regulation of cholesterol levels, and improved growth performance. The research findings have provided evidence for COS's antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties and its capacity to mitigate the effects caused by stress. Nevertheless, the effectiveness of reactions might be influenced by the dosage and may demonstrate variances. Broiler chickens are suggested to consume dietary COS levels between 350 mg/kg and 500 mg/kg feed to obtain antioxidant and immunological advantages. Nevertheless, the most favorable results regarding growth and the ability to absorb nutrients are typically found when the intake ranges from 0.5 g/kg to 1.0 g/kg feed. For yellow-feather broilers experiencing heat stress, it is advisable to administer a dosage of 200 mg/kg feed of COS. However, it is essential to closely observe dosages exceeding 2.5 g/kg since they may significantly impair growth performance. The diverse research on using COS in broiler management has provided valuable insights into its intricate nature. This review has highlighted the potential benefits of COS in enhancing chicken health and nutrition. However, it has also underscored the need for additional research to optimize its effectiveness in broiler production fully. It can be concluded that dietary COS in broiler chickens in doses ranging from 200 mg to 1000 mg/kg feed has a positive effect on growth performance, antioxidative properties, regulation of lipid metabolism, ability to mitigate stress, impact on meat quality, and carcass traits, but exceeding 2.5 g/kg feed may significantly impair in growth performance in the broiler.
Physicochemical composition of Criolla and Criolla x Saanen goat milk according to age and parity in the central highlands of Peru
Authors: GARCIA-OLARTE Edgar , CARHUAS Jordan Ninahuanca , GUILLEN Maria Antonieta Flores , TACZA Armando Aquino , RAMOS Erick Esteban Rojas
Published: April 2024

Present study aimed to analyze the physicochemical composition of goat milk based on the type of animal, age, and parity in Chupuro, Junin region in the country of Peru. A total of 24 goats were randomly selected, and divided into two groups: 12 native goats and 12 native goats crossed with Saanen. These groups (G1, G2, and G3) included three age categories (1.8, 2.5, and 3.2 years) and three parity levels (first, second, and third parity). The animals were monitored and fed considering their conversion and nutritional requirements. Before the morning milking, 100 ml of milk was extracted in sterile bottles, followed by agitation for 3 to 5 minutes, and the samples were transported using conservation and cooling techniques in a thermal box with ice cubes. These samples were analyzed in the special laboratory. Measurements of pH, acidity, density, lactose, total solids, fat, and protein were conducted using milk analyzer. The findings for the Criollo breed revealed a pH of 6.35 ± 0.31, a lactose concentration of 4.35%, total solids of 11.62 ± 1.31%, protein content of 4.12 ± 0.35%, and fat content of 3.40 ± 0.91%. In comparison, the Criollo x Saanen crossbreed exhibited a pH of 6.43 ± 0.13%, a lactose concentration of 4.45%, total solids of 12.63 ± 0.92%, protein content of 4.26 ± 0.28%, and fat content of 3.95 ± 0.69%. The results indicated that there were no significant differences in the types of milk from native goats and native goats crossed with Saanen. However, significant differences (P<0.05) were observed in density, lactose, total solids, fat, and protein between groups of different ages and parity levels. Crossbreeding with the Saanen breed is well received in the region, as it serves to improve milk production, with favorable percentages of fat, protein, lactose, and total solids.
Identification of some genetic markers as productive and reproductive traits in Ukrainian dairy cattle breeding
Authors: GRITSIENKO Yulia , KARATIEIEVА Olena , GILL Michael
Published: April 2024

A Selection based on DNA markers is a breeding technique grounded in the genomic selection value of animals. The aim of the research is to study the genotypic profile of cows of different breeds in Ukrainian breeding in relation to the genes LEP, CSN3, TG5, BLG, and Pit-1 and to identify the probability of using them as markers for reproductive traits in cows. During the study, the Polymerase Chain Reaction-Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (PCR-RFLP) method was used to analyze the genes and determine their polymorphic characteristics. The obtained data indicated that the same gene variants have varying effects in the studied breeds due to their diverse influences on the genomic background. Specifically, the homozygous state of leptin genes (LEPCC) and pituitary-specific transcription factor (PIT-1BB) was observed to impact the reproductive characteristics of cows in the evaluated breeds. Meanwhile, for the genes casein (CSN3AB), thyroglobulin (TG5CT), and beta-lactoglobulin (BLGAВ), the heterozygous state of alleles was found to influence the key reproductive traits of dairy cattle of Holstein origin. The polymorphism of the genes CSN3, βLG, TG, PIT-1, and LEP indicated the presence of genetic potential for the reproductive function of cows and can be utilized as molecular markers in selective breeding, providing significant progress in improving not only the traits of dairy cattle productivity but also reproductive function. Therefore, in the implementation of selective breeding work, it is advisable to consider genotyping for the genes CSN3, βLG, TG, PIT-1, and LEP as an additional criterion for the selection of animals to enhance both their milk and reproductive characteristics.
PCR-based study on viral pathogens circulation among cervids in the Moscow region
Authors: YATSENTYUK Svetlana , KRASNIKOVA Maria , DOLINSKAYA Ksenia , PCHELNIKOV Alexander
Published: April 2024

A molecular survey of selected viruses in free-ranging cervids was conducted in 15 different districts of Moscow region. Samples were collected from 178 game animals including 144 moose (Alces alces), 19 roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) and 15 deer without species information. Nasal swabs and tissue samples including parts of the nasal septum, upper tracheal rings, lung, heart, liver, kidneys and pooled organ samples were tested using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Samples were studied for pestiviruses, herpesviruses, coronaviruses, group A rotaviruses, adenoviruses, hepatitis e and parainfluenza type 3 virus. None of the samples were positive for Bovine Coronavirus and SARS-COV-2, hepatitis E virus and parainfluenza type 3 virus. PCR results were positive for bovine herpesviruses (5.05%), pestiviruses (0.56%), rotaviruses (1.68%). DNA of a new adenovirus, presumably causing a mild course of animal respiratory disease, was detected in samples of 6 animals (3.37%). In conclusion, the conducted studies have shown that game animals of the Moscow region can be a natural reservoir of cattle viruses, and this must be taken into account when planning and organizing measures for the control and eradication of such notifiable diseases as bovine viral diarrhoea and infectious bovine rhinotracheitis. Monitoring studies and general disease surveillance of wild animal populations provide additional information on the epidemiology of infectious diseases in the region and allow timely measures to be taken to protect wild animals, domestic animals and the public.
Radiation Reabsorption Using Plasma Spectroscopic Diagnostics of High Density He Arc Plasmas
Authors: Islam Md Anwarul , Namba Shinichi
Published: April 2024

It is possible to determine the plasma parameters such as electron temperature/density and the external field by observing the light emission spectroscopically from the plasmas. The so-called plasma spectroscopy is used as one of the non-invasive plasma diagnostic methods which investigates the plasma dynamics. However, if we simply treat the effect of radiation reabsorption, which is neglected in the usual analytic model, the observed plasma may impair the understanding of this observation. It deals with the effects of radiation reabsorption on plasma spectroscopic diagnosis. The efforts will be made for linear divertor simulators and plasma spectrometers for high-density LHD plasmas where the optical thickness cannot be ignored. Thus, we discuss the influence of radiation reabsorption in the observations using He arc plasmas.
Urban morphology, smart sustainability and space colonization
Authors: Stojanovski Todor , Adams David
Published: April 2024

Discussion of topical issuesin urban morphology
Leituras de “O direito à literatura”, de Antonio Candido
Authors: Caetano Paulo Roberto Barreto , Penido Luiz Henrique Carvalho
Published: April 2024

O ensaio aborda leituras (André Cechinel, Fábio Durão e Marcos Natali) do emblemático texto de Antonio Candido para discorrer sobre os poderes atribuídos à Literatura em pesquisas realizadas no Profletras. Tal atribuição revelaria não apenas uma visão do que é texto literário, mas também um uso do objeto literário no ato de pesquisar. A hipótese levantada é de que a idealização dos efeitos da leitura é instrumentalizada num fim que resvala no positivista e no moralizante.
Avaliação Neuropsicológica em Pacientes com AVC
Authors: Fiorini Lis
Published: April 2024

Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) is the disease that kills the most in Brazil and the one that causes the most disability in the world. It happens when the vessels that carry blood to the brain clog or rupture, thus causing paralysis in the affected area. Because this accident happens in the brain, many patients are left with sequelae for the rest of their lives, so the neuropsychological assessment was created in order to determine how much these injuries are harming the patient. The general objective of this study was to discuss the neuropsychological assessment in stroke patients. The research method used was the literature review, which searched in reliable databases for studies already published on the subject in order to compile information and discuss among authors. Thus, it is concluded that more studies should be carried out to accurately determine which injuries, their degrees, and thus be able to provide the patient with a better quality of life.
Respectfully Yours…: Dealing With Questionable Authorship Practices
Authors: Dhakal Rebat Kumar
Published: April 2024

Editorial
Methods or Methodology: Terms That Are Too Often Confused
Authors: Harvey Orlanda , Regmi Pramod Raj , Mahato Preeti , Adhikari Shovita Dhakal , Dhital Rolina , van Teijlingen Edwin
Published: April 2024

There is a distinct difference between methodology and methods in research. However, too many students, researchers, and authors of academic papers do not seem to pay attention to the crucial difference. This is true not only in education research but also in many other academic disciplines. In simple terms, the term methods refers to the research tools and techniques; for example, in the qualitative field, interviews are a tool to collect data, and in the quantitative field, a questionnaire-based survey is an example of a data collection tool. Methodology is a broader concept as it refers to the overall approach to the research, includes a justification for this approach, and links to research philosophy, i.e., how we produce knowledge. This methodological note aims to explain the confusion, drawing on examples from the published literature in education research and beyond. It also considers the complexities and crossovers. The final section ends with key advice to researchers and authors on key mistakes to avoid regarding the difference between methods and methodology, including covering this in early supervision discussions.
Book Review: The Politics of English Language Education and Social Inequality
Authors: Poudel Tikaram , Poudel Anoushka , Thapa Bibas , Gaire Babu Ram , Adhikary Binaya , Chaudhary Binod Prasad , Saud Dammar Singh , Kafle Durga , Paudel Ganga Ram , Basnet Gopal , Thapa Keshav , Kafle Govinda , Bohara Krishna Bahadur , Chapai Krishna Prasad
Published: April 2024

Review of the book "The Politics of English Language Education and Social Inequality: Global Pressures, National Priorities and Schooling in India".
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Sipakainga’ Berbasis Android Untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Membaca Pemahaman Dan Kemandirian Belajar Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Ramdayani Finka Sari , Azis Sitti Aida , Akhir Muhammad
Published: April 2024

Penelitian  ini  merupakan  penelitian  pengembangan  yang  bertujuan  untuk  menghasilkan  media pembelajaran Sipakainga’ pada  mata  pelajaran  Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam dan Sosial  (IPAS) untuk  meningkatkan membaca pemahaman dan kemandirian belajar siswa kelas IV SDN No. 36 Lapporo.  Model pengembangan yang digunakan mengacu pada model 4D oleh S. Thiagaranja, Dorothy S. Sammel, dan Melyn I. Sammel meliputi define, design, develop, dan disseminate. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah lembar validasi ahli media  dan  ahli  materi,  angket  respon  guru  dan  siswa,  tes membaca pemahaman, angket kemandirian belajar dan dokumentasi.  Hasil  penelitian  ini yaitu  Pertama,  kevalidan  media  pembelajaran Sipakainga’  berdasarkan  ahli  materi  yaitu  95,6%, sedangkan  ahli  media  yaitu  94,5%  termasuk  kategori  sangat  valid.  Kedua,  kepraktisan  media pembelajaran Sipakainga’  berdasarkan  angket  respon  guru  dan  siswa  memperoleh  nilai  persentase masing-masing  100%  kategori sangat  praktis.  Ketiga,  keefektifan  media  pembelajaran  Sipakainga’ pada membaca pemhaman dan kemandirian belajar menggunakan  paired sample t-test yang menunjukkan nilai signifikansi 0,000 atau nilai sig<0,05 sehingga terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara hasil keterampilan membaca pemahaman dan kemandirian belajar di kelas kontrol dan kelas eksperimen antar sebelum dan sesudah menggunakan media pembelajaran Sipakainga’. Dengan demikian, temuan ini menegaskan bahwa media pembelajaran Sipakainga’ dapat menjadi alternatif efektif dalam meningkatkan membaca pemahaman dan kemandirian belajar siswa.
Birinci Trimesterdeki Gebelerde Demir Eksikliği Anemisi Prevalansı ve Gebelerin Demir Preparatı Konusunda Akılcı İlaç Kullanımına Yönelik Bilgi Düzeyleri
Authors: Koçağ Arzu , Demirel Gülbahtiyar
Published: April 2024

Bu araştırma, birinci trimesterdeki gebelerde demir eksikliği anemisi prevalansını ve gebelerin demir preparatı konusunda akılcı ilaç kullanımına yönelik bilgi düzeylerini belirlemek amacıyla planlanmıştır. Tanımlayıcı tipte olan araştırma Sivas merkezinde yer alan aile sağlığı merkezlerinde yapılmıştır. Güç analizi kullanılarak hesaplanan örneklemi 525 nullipar (I. grup) ve 525 multipar (II. grup) kadın olmak üzere 1050 kadın oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın verileri araştırmacılar tarafından literatür bilgisi doğrultusunda oluşturulan “Kişisel Bilgi Formu” ve “Akılcı İlaç Kullanımı Ölçeği” kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Çalışmadan elde edilen verilerin değerlendirilmesinde bağımsız gruplarda t testi, tek yönlü varyans analizi (ANOVA), Ki-kare testi, Exact test, Pearson korelasyon katsayısı kullanılmıştır. Araştırmadan elde edilen sonuçlara göre, nullipar gebelerde hemoglobin değeri (11,72±6,10 mg/dl) ve akılcı ilaç kullanımı puan ortalaması (36.36±2.62) multiparlara göre (10,66±2,20; 35.74±2.51) daha yüksektir (p
POLÍTICA PÚBLICA AMBIENTAL À LUZ DA RESERVA PARTICULAR DO PATRIMÔNIO NATURAL (RPPN), NO ESTADO DO PARANÁ
Authors: Kruse Bárbara Cristina , Miranda João Irineu de Resende
Published: April 2024

As políticas públicas ambientais são compromissos estatais que transcendem as ações de governo, dado que a crise ecológica abrange a escala global e ao nível macroeconômico. De outra sorte, a gestão dos recursos naturais, o combate às mudanças climáticas, o compromisso com as cidades sustentáveis, dentre outros, demanda da administração pública políticas e destinação financeira. Outrossim, a Constituição Federal de 1988, de forma criteriosa, colocou a proteção do ambiente como um direito fundamental e essencial ao ser humano, de forma ecologicamente equilibrada e bem de uso comum. Consequentemente, cabe ao poder público fomentar e ampliar as políticas públicas ambientais, inclusive para aqueles espaços privados com características naturais relevantes, seja pela biodiversidade ou pelos mananciais ali existentes. Neste panorama, o objetivo deste artigo é explorar teoricamente a criação de uma Reserva Particular do Patrimônio Natural (RPPN), no Estado do Paraná, como uma política pública ambiental. A metodologia de pesquisa utilizada é a revisão bibliográfica, em conjunto com a exposição de dados obtidos nos órgãos oficiais. A importância do escrito se dá tanto pela parca existência desse tipo de Unidade de Conservação (UC), quanto pelo fato de que as mesmas fomentam a conservação da vegetação nativa regional.
ENFRENTANDO A SECA: O PAPEL VITAL DA ENFERMAGEM NA MITIGAÇÃO DOS IMPACTOS DA ESTIAGEM NA POPULAÇÃO RIBEIRINHA
Authors: Coelho Alice Lopes , Silva Eric Diones Monteiro da , Soares Janaira Lopes , Santos Yasmin Barros Biase Gomes dos , Rocha Júnior Ismael Aluísio Figueiredo da
Published: April 2024

Introdução: Destaca-se a importância da enfermagem nas comunidades ribeirinhas durante a estiagem. Justificativa: A estiagem afeta a saúde das populações ribeirinhas, e a enfermagem desempenha um papel vital na mitigação desses efeitos. Objetivo: Investigar os impactos da estiagem na saúde e avaliar as estratégias de intervenção da enfermagem. Métodos: Revisão integrativa da literatura entre 2018 e 2023. Resultados: Identificação de impactos na saúde e estratégias de intervenção implementadas pela enfermagem. Discussões: Destaque para a importância da colaboração interdisciplinar e da sustentabilidade das intervenções. Conclusões: Conclui-se que a enfermagem é essencial, mas são necessários mais investimentos em pesquisa e políticas públicas.
EDUCAÇÃO ALIMENTAR E NUTRICIONAL NO COMBATE A OBESIDADE INFANTIL: UMA REVISÃO DA LITERATURA
Authors: Pöpper Danielle Danuza
Published: April 2024

O propósito deste trabalho foi analisar o que a literatura referência sobre educação alimentar e nutricional no combate à obesidade infantil e pesquisar diferentes práticas em educação com resultados positivos. Levando em consideração os diversos fatores associados a obesidade infantil e a abordagem estratégica e multidisciplinar da educação alimentar e nutricional como forma de promoção de hábitos alimentares saudáveis. Para esse estudo, foram coletados documentos oficiais encontrados nos bancos de dados da Literatura Latino-americana e do Caribe de Informação em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS), PubMed, SciELO no período de 2018 a 2022 que retratavam políticas públicas em educação nutricional no combate à obesidade infantil. As palavras chaves utilizadas foram: educação alimentar, educação nutricional, obesidade infantil. Salientamos os resultados positivos encontrados de práticas em educação alimentar e nutricional no Brasil. Indicadores demonstraram relação entre conhecimento nutricional com melhores práticas alimentares ressaltando a importância da educação alimentar e nutricional como importante estratégia para a promoção da saúde infantil.
Minuman Tradisional Minangkabau Teh Talua (Teh Telur) Sebagai Objek Dalam Karya Serigaphy
Authors: Adinda Putri  , Budiwirman Budiwirman
Published: April 2024

This final work aims to introduce the traditional Minangkabau drink, teh talua (egg tea) into the form of graphic art by visualizing teh talua (egg tea) in graphic works using serigraphy techniques. There are several stages that are carried out in accordance with the method used in creating the work, namely: preparation, which is an observation related to the initial idea of the author's interest, elaboration is a stage to solidify the observation of information by collecting several references, journals, the internet or direct surveys will be very helpful in the elaboration stage related to the uniqueness of talua tea (egg tea) which must be cultivated, synthesis is the stage after getting the idea, what the author does next is to conclude and make an implementation schedule starting with preparation of the work until the creation of the work. The results created in the creation of graphic works of art are entitled "Thinking, Contemporary, Relaxed, Togetherness, Brewing, Focused, Serving, Alone, Happy and Silent."
A Study on Improving Disaster Mitigation Awareness by Simulated Flood Experience Using VR Videos
Authors: Koyabu Tsuyoshi , Denda Masatoshi
Published: April 2024

Abstract. In recent years, the frequency of floods has been increasing every year, causing considerable damage, in particular, to human life due to delays in evacuation. In this research, a web page containing a questionnaire was created to investigate the changes in human action during floods to contribute to efficient disaster prevention and mitigation activities by residents and municipality officers in charge of disaster management. The subjects were made to watch videos created using Virtual Reality (VR) technology. The questionnaire on the web page was used to verify whether watching the VR videos would change people's attitudes toward disaster mitigation in the event of a flood. The results showed that the subjects who watched the VR videos were more likely to choose the correct action and the decision time to choose the action was earlier. These results indicate that VR videos can be used to raise awareness of efficient disaster mitigation actions during floods.
Serum Zinc and Copper Levels in Children with Thalassemia Major
Authors: Mian Muhammad Naveed  , Shabir Ahmed Orakzai  , Ahmad Siyab , Mohibullah Khan  , Asfandyar Shah Roghani  , Humaira Khan
Published: April 2024

Background: Thalassemia is a frequent hereditary genetic with different clinical manifestations from mild to severe based on its genetic. Beta thalassemia major is the worse form of this disease caused by decreased or absent beta globin chains of hemoglobin. Regular blood transfusion is the main aim leads to iron overload and deposition of iron in different organs.Objectives: To determine different serum distribution levels and correlation of copper and zinc in transfusion dependent thalassemia patients Material and Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study in which a non-probability convenient sampling technique was used for sample collection. This study was conducted in KPK in a total of 137 patients, who were diagnosed cases of thalassemia major by hemoglobin electrophoresis, enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method and receiving iron and folate therapy. SPSS version 22 was used and Pearson's correlation coefficient was applied. P-value 0.05 was considered significant.Results: In this study mean age was 6.7±3.49 years. 77 (56%) percent children were male while 64 (44%) children were female. Mean hemoglobin (Hb) level was 7.43±1.3 gm/dl. Mean SGPT score was 26.28 ± 7.51. Mean blood urea was 21.10 ± 8.49 mmol/l while mean serum creatinine level was 0.56 ± 0.26 mg/dl. Mean serum zinc level was 13.36 ± 11.12mg/dl while mean serum copper level was 1.21± 0.60 mg/dl and mean serum ferritin level was 6682 ± 533 Ug/l.Conclusion: This study showed hypozincemia in thalassemia major patients, but copper deficit was not present. There was no substantial variance between serum ferritin level and mean serum concentration of zinc and copper in this study. Ancillary assessments in this respect is recommended. Keywords: Copper, Thalassemia, Zinc