bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Spatial-Temporal Evaluation and Prediction of Water Resources Carrying Capacity in the Xiangjiang River Basin Using County Units and Entropy Weight TOPSIS-BP Neural Network
Authors: Wang Jiacheng , Wang Zhixiang , Fu Zeding , Fang Yingchun , Zhao Xuhong , Ding Xiang , Huang Jing , Liu Zhiming , Fu Xiaohua , Liu Junwu
Published: September 2024

To improve the water resources carrying capacity of the Xiangjiang River Basin and achieve sustainable development, this article evaluates and predicts the Xiangjiang River Basin’s water resources carrying capacity level based on county-level units. This article takes 44 county-level units in the Xiangjiang River Basin as the evaluation target, selects TOPSIS and the entropy weight method to determine weights, calculates the water resources carrying capacity level of the evaluation sample, uses a BP neural network model to calculate the predicted water resources carrying capacity level for the next 5 years, and adds the GIS method for spatiotemporal analysis.(1) The water resources carrying capacity of the Xiangjiang River Basin has remained relatively stable for a long period, with overloaded areas being the majority. (2) There are relatively significant spatial differences in the carrying capacity of water resources: Zixing City, located upstream of the tributary, is far ahead due to its possession of the Dongjiang Reservoir; the water resources carrying capacity in the middle and lower reaches (northern region) is generally higher than that in the upper reaches (southern region). (3) According to the BP neural network model prediction, the water resources carrying capacity of the Xiangjiang River Basin will maintain a stable development trend in 2022, while areas such as Changsha and Zixing City will be in a critical state, and other counties and cities will be in an overloaded state.This study has important references value for the evaluation and early warning work of the Xiangjiang River Basin and related research, providing a scientific and systematic evaluation method and providing strong support for water resource management and planning in Hunan Province and other regions.
Socio-Economic Impact of the Brumadinho Landslide: A Hybrid MCDM-ML Approach
Authors: Menezes Aline , Wanke Peter , Antunes Jorge , Pimenta Roberto , Frare Irineu , Andrade André , Oliveira Wallace , Mamede Antonio
Published: September 2024

Most humanitarian logistics research focuses on immediate response efforts, leaving a gap regarding the long-term socio-economic impacts of post-tragedy financial aid. Our research investigates the Brumadinho landslide tragedy in Minas Gerais, Brazil, analyzing the effectiveness of financial aid in fostering sustainable recovery and resilience in affected communities. We employ a hybrid multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) and machine learning model to quantitatively assess the socio-economic impact on affected municipalities. Using social responsibility indices from official state government datasets and data from the PTR transparency initiative—a financial aid program determined by the Judicial Agreement for Full Reparation and operationalized by FGV Projetos, which allocates USD 840 million for the reparation of damages, negative impacts, and socio-environmental and socio-economic losses—our analysis covers all municipalities in Minas Gerais over 14 years (10 years before and 4 years after the tragedy). We determine a final socio-economic performance score using the max entropy hierarchical index (MEHI). Additionally, we assess the efficiency of the PTR financial aid in affected municipalities through examining MEHI changes before and after the transfers using a difference-in-differences (DiD) approach. Our findings reveal both direct and indirect impacts of the tragedy, the efficacy of financial aid distribution, and the interplay of various socio-economic factors influencing each municipality’s financial health. We propose policy recommendations for targeted and sustainable support for regions still coping with the long-term repercussions of the Brumadinho landslide.
Modelling Future Land Surface Temperature: A Comparative Analysis between Parametric and Non-Parametric Methods
Authors: Gao Yukun , Li Nan , Gao Minyi , Hao Ming , Liu Xue
Published: September 2024

As urban expansion continues, the intensifying land surface temperature (LST) underscores the critical need for accurate predictions of future thermal environments. However, no study has investigated which method can most effectively and consistently predict the future LST. To address these gaps, our study employed four methods—the multiple linear regression (MLR), geographically weighted regression (GWR), random forest (RF), and artificial neural network (ANN) approach—to establish relationships between land use/cover and LST. Subsequently, we utilized these relationships established in 2006 to predict the LST for the years 2012 and 2018, validating these predictions against the observed data. Our results indicate that, in terms of fitting performance (R2 and RMSE), the methods rank as follows: RF > GWR > ANN > MLR. However, in terms of temporal stability, we observed a significant variation in predictive accuracy, with MLR > GWR > RF > ANN for the years 2012 and 2018. The predictions using MLR indicate that the future LST in 2050, under the SSP2 and SSP5 scenarios, is expected to increase by 1.8 ± 1.4 K and 2.1 ± 1.6 K, respectively, compared to 2018. This study emphasizes the importance of the MLR method in predicting the future LST and provides potential instructions for future heat mitigation.
Development and Validation of Carbon Footprint Awareness Scale for Boosting Sustainable Circular Economy
Authors: Üstgörül Sema , Akkaya Bülent , Palazzo Maria , Micozzi Alessandra
Published: September 2024

This study aims to create and validate the Carbon Footprint Awareness Scale, which is designed to measure individuals’ awareness of their environmental impact through greenhouse gas emissions and represented as carbon dioxide equivalents. The scale consists of 19 items on a 5-point Likert scale, which are organized around five key areas: transportation (3 items), fuel consumption (3 items), electricity use (5 items), food consumption (5 items), and waste management (3 items). Expert evaluations and a pilot study confirmed the content validity of the scale. A sample of 553 Gen Z participants was analyzed using reliability testing, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) with AMOS and SPSS to establish the scale’s construct validity and reliability. The results show a solid factor structure with good internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.86) and an explained variance of 56.09%. A second sample (n = 612) was used to confirm the findings, further supporting the scale’s psychometric robustness and effectiveness in evaluating carbon footprint awareness in individuals aged 18 and over. This innovative tool not only supports rigorous scientific inquiry into individual carbon footprints but also empowers individuals to play an active role in global efforts to mitigate climate change. By fostering awareness, informing decision making, and promoting sustainable behaviors, the Individual Carbon Footprint Scale contributes to building resilience and sustainability in communities worldwide, ensuring a healthier planet for present and future generations.
Temperature Management Strategy for Urban Air Mobility Batteries to Improve Energy Efficiency in Low-Temperature Conditions
Authors: Kim Seon-Woong , Kwon Do-Hun , Cho In-Ho
Published: September 2024

As urban population concentration accelerates, issues such as traffic congestion caused by automobiles and climate change due to carbon dioxide emissions are becoming increasingly severe. Recently, urban air mobility (UAM) has been attracting attention as a solution to these problems. UAM refers to a system that uses electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to transport passengers and cargo at low altitudes between key points within urban areas, with lithium-ion batteries as the primary power source. The lithium-ion batteries used in UAM have characteristics that degrade performance in low temperatures, including decreased power output and diminished energy capacity. Although research has been conducted on preheating lithium-ion batteries to address this issue, sufficient consideration has not been given to the energy used for preheating. Therefore, this study compares the energy recovered by preheating lithium-ion batteries with the energy consumed during preheating and proposes a temperature management method for low temperatures that maximizes the energy gain of lithium-ion batteries.
Unveiling Consumer Satisfaction with AI-Generated Museum Cultural and Creative Products Design: Using Importance–Performance Analysis
Authors: Li He , Zhu Ye , Guo Qihan , Wang Jingyu , Shi Mingxi , Liu Weishang
Published: September 2024

While artificial intelligence (AI) is being increasingly utilized in the design of museum cultural and creative products (MCCPs), limited research has explored consumer satisfaction with these AI-generated designs. This study quantitatively examined the impact of AI-generated MCCP design on consumer satisfaction and proposed strategies for improvement. A comprehensive evaluation system consisting of fourteen factor indicators across four dimensions was constructed through literature research, user interviews, and expert suggestions. On this basis, a survey with 297 consumers was then conducted using AI-generated cultural and creative products from the Dunhuang Museum. Additionally, the Importance–Performance Analysis (IPA) method was employed to analyze the importance of various factors in these AI-generated designs and their impacts on consumer satisfaction. The findings revealed that, while consumers expressed high satisfaction in terms of product functionality and creative attraction, improvements are needed in cultural expression and user experience. It is recommended that creating a multimodal museum database, developing structured prompt card models, and building an MCCP design platform with full-process AI participation would help to increase consumer satisfaction. This study can provide theoretical and practical references for the intelligent development of MCCPs’ design and promote the sustainable development of cultural heritage.
The Impact of Food Packaging Design on Users’ Perception of Green Awareness
Authors: Li Ruohui , Li Hanjing
Published: September 2024

Food packaging is a crucial domain of green design and serves as an important channel for conveying green concepts to consumers. Effective packaging design not only achieves environmental sustainability but also fosters green awareness among consumers, promoting sustainable development. Therefore, it is essential to explore the relationship between food packaging design and consumers’ perception of green concepts. To enhance the influence of food packaging on consumers’ green awareness and stimulate their environmentally conscious behaviors, this study employs a literature review and case analysis to extract the key elements of green design in food packaging and the common green concepts they convey. Using the conjoint analysis method (CAM), various combinations of representative elements were established and used to design sample packaging. Through questionnaire evaluation and user interviews, the study examined the differences in the strength of influence that various elements and their combinations have on consumers’ perception of green concepts. The results reveal that, among all factors affecting consumers’ perception of green concepts in food packaging, color is the most effective and direct way to communicate green information and evoke green awareness. This is followed by material, structure, text, and patterns. The combination of material and structure is the most effective way for users to perceive green concepts, while the combination of color and structure is the least effective. Consumers are most likely to associate biodegradable materials with green concepts. This study furtherly elucidates the relationship between green food packaging design and consumers’ green awareness and offers practical design strategies for embedding green concepts in food packaging by focusing on the selection of color, material, and structure to express different types of green ideas.
New Insights into Rough Set Theory: Transitive Neighborhoods and Approximations
Authors: Demiralp Sibel
Published: September 2024

Rough set theory is a methodology that defines the definite or probable membership of an element for exploring data with uncertainty and incompleteness. It classifies data sets using lower and upper approximations to model uncertainty and missing information. To contribute to this goal, this study presents a newer approach to the concept of rough sets by introducing a new type of neighborhood called j-transitive neighborhood or j-TN. Some of the basic properties of j-transitive neighborhoods are studied. Also, approximations are obtained through j-TN, and the relationships between them are investigated. It is proven that these approaches provide almost all the properties provided by the approaches given by Pawlak. This study also defines the concepts of lower and upper approximations from the topological view and compares them with some existing topological structures in the literature. In addition, the applicability of the j-TN framework is demonstrated in a medical scenario. The approach proposed here represents a new view in the design of rough set theory and its practical applications to develop the appropriate strategy to handle uncertainty while performing data analysis.
The Role of the N-Terminal Domain of Thrombomodulin and the Potential of Recombinant Human Thrombomodulin as a Therapeutic Intervention for Shiga Toxin-Induced Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome
Authors: Kröller Sarah , Schober Jana , Krieg Nadine , Dennhardt Sophie , Pirschel Wiebke , Kiehntopf Michael , Conway Edward M. , Coldewey Sina M.
Published: September 2024

Hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS) is a rare complication of an infection with Shiga toxin (Stx)-producing Escherichia coli (STEC-HUS), characterized by severe acute kidney injury, thrombocytopenia and microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, and specific therapy is still lacking. Thrombomodulin (TM) is a multi-domain transmembrane endothelial cell protein and its N-terminal domain has been implicated in the pathophysiology of some cases of HUS. Indeed, the administration of recombinant human TM (rhTM) may have efficacy in HUS. We used a Stx-based murine model of HUS to characterize the role of the N-terminal domain of TM. We show that mice lacking that domain (TMLed (−/−)) are more sensitive to Stx, with enhanced HUS progression seen at 4 days and increased mortality at 7 days post-HUS induction. In spite of these changes, renal function was less affected in surviving Stx-challenged TMLed (−/−) mice compared to their wild-type counterparts TMLed (+/+) at 7 days. Contrary to few clinical case reports from Japan, the administration of rhTM (0.06 mg/kg) to wild-type mice (C57BL/6J) with HUS did not protect against disease progression. This overall promising, but also contradictory body of evidence, requires further systematic preclinical and clinical investigations to clarify the role of TM in HUS as a potential therapeutic strategy.
RNAi-Induced Gene Silencing against Chikungunya and COVID-19: What Have We Learned So Far, and What Is the Way Forward?
Authors: Panda Kingshuk , Alagarasu Kalichamy , Tagore Rajarshee , Paingankar Mandar , Kumar Satyendra , Jeengar Manish Kumar , Cherian Sarah , Parashar Deepti
Published: September 2024

RNA interference (RNAi) is a process in which small RNA molecules (such as small interfering RNAs or siRNAs) bind to specific messenger RNAs (mRNAs), leading to its degradation and inhibition of protein synthesis. Our studies have shown that RNAi can effectively silence genes involved in the replication of the Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) in cells. However, these investigations were performed only in laboratory settings and have yet to be tested in human clinical trials. Researchers need to conduct more research to determine the safety and efficacy of RNAi-based therapies as a therapeutic agent to treat viral infections. In this review, the history of evolution of siRNA as an inhibitor of protein synthesis, along with its current developments, is discussed based on our experience. Moreover, this review examines the hurdles and future implications associated with siRNA based therapeutic approaches.
EZH2 Inhibition by DS3201 Triggers the Kaposi’s Sarcoma-Associated Herpesvirus Lytic Cycle and Potentiates the Effects Induced by SAHA in Primary Effusion Lymphoma Cells
Authors: Gonnella Roberta , Collura Flavia , Corrado Vincenzo , Di Crosta Michele , Santarelli Roberta , Cirone Mara
Published: September 2024

Primary Effusion Lymphoma (PEL) cells carry Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) in a latent state, except for a small number of cells in which the virus replicates to ensure its persistence into the infected host. However, the lytic cycle can be reactivated in vitro by exposing these lymphoma cells to various treatments, leading to cell lysis. To restrict viral antigen expression, KSHV induces repressive epigenetic changes, including DNA methylation and histone modifications. Among the latter, histone deacetylation and tri-methylation of Histone H3 lisyne-27 (H3K27me3) have been reported to play a role. Here, we found that the inhibition of H3K27 tri-methylation by valemetostat DS3201 (DS), a small molecule that inhibits Enhancer of Zeste Homolog 2 (EZH2) methyltransferase, induced the KSHV lytic cycle in PEL cells, and that this effect involved the activation of the wtp53–p21 axis and autophagic dysregulation. DS also potentiated the lytic cycle activation mediated by the Histone deacetylases (HDAC) inhibitor Suberoylanilide hydroxamic acid (SAHA) and reinforced its cytotoxic effect, suggesting that such a combination could be used to unbalance the latent/lytic cycle and further impair the survival of PEL cells.
Comparative Analysis of Water Quality in Major Rivers of Türkiye Using Hydrochemical and Pollution Indices
Authors: Yavuz Veysel Süleyman , Kartal Veysi , Sambito Mariacrocetta
Published: September 2024

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the water quality in five major rivers in Türkiye: Sakarya, Yeşilırmak, Kızılırmak, Seyhan Rivers, and Niğde Creek. Utilizing hydrochemical diagrams and the River Pollution Index (RPI), we assess the temporal and spatial variations in water quality over the past three decades. The hydrochemical characteristics reveal a dominant calcium-bicarbonate (Ca-HCO3) type water, indicating strong geological control primarily influenced by carbonate weathering. Seasonal variations and anthropogenic influences, particularly agricultural runoff and industrial discharge, contribute to significant changes in ion concentrations, especially in the Kızılırmak and Yeşilırmak Rivers. The RPI results classify these rivers as ‘Severely polluted’ to ‘Moderately polluted’, driven by high levels of suspended solids and biochemical oxygen demand. This study underscores the urgent need for tailored pollution control measures and sustainable water management practices in order to mitigate the impacts of anthropogenic activities and protect the ecological health of these vital water resources. The findings provide a robust framework for future research and policymaking to enhance water quality monitoring and management strategies in the region.
Early Warning of Sudden Water Pollution Accident Risks Based on Water Quality Models in the Three Gorges Dam Area
Authors: Zhao Na , Wang Yonggui , Yang Jun , Chen Ruikai , Wang Xiaoyu , Yang Yinqun
Published: September 2024

In recent years, sudden water pollution accidents have frequently occurred and seriously endangered people’s drinking water safety. Early warnings for water pollution accidents has become the core work for emergency response and sparked substantial research. However, risk assessments for different water receptors still needs to be solved for the early warning of water pollution accidents. This paper proposes a new early warning assessment method based on water quality models for different receptors, divided into the water source area (including drinking water source area and agricultural water use area) and the non-water source area. The constructed method was applied to the Three Gorges Dam area in China to simulate a phosphorus leakage accident caused by a traffic accident. Based on the EFDC model, the migration evolution process and the distribution change characteristics of phosphorus were simulated. Accordingly, the different risk levels of zones between the incident site and the downstream drinking water source area were obtained. The application results show that the risk warning system for sudden water pollution accidents based on the water quality model proposed in this paper can be applied to provide scientific support for the emergency response of sudden water pollution accidents.
FAMÍLIAS, COMUNIDADE ESCOLAR, QUESTÕES ÉTNICO-RACIAIS
Authors: Vieira Andreia dos Santos Gomes , Coelho Cristina Massot Madeira
Published: September 2024

Este artigo é um recorte da Dissertação de Mestrado em Educação pela Universidade de Brasília e tem, como objetivo, compreender, na materialização de ações educativas, processos que revelem o valor da dimensão subjetiva no trabalho pedagógico de uma escola de Educação Infantil que atende crianças entre 4 e 6 anos, na periferia do Distrito Federal, possibilitando gerar inteligibilidades para o aprofundamento em questões que pertencem a um contexto educacional específico. O aporte teórico é a Teoria da Subjetividade, de González Rey, sendo, a Epistemología Qualitativa e a Metodologia Construtivo-Interpretativa, os alicerces da construção metodológica. O modelo teórico enunciou três eixos de inteligibilidades: 1) A relação entre a escola e as famílias; 2) A comunidade dos profissionais da escola; 3) A relação com a cultura local e a representatividade comunitária; que coadunam o entendimento de que a escola em questão possui características próprias associadas às práticas e cultura de sua comunidade, que afirmam a pertinência da construção de um trabalho pedagógico de qualidade socialmente referenciado.
Cognição social e regulação emocional na infância e adolescência
Authors: da Silva Gusmão Cardoso Thiago , Berlim de Mello Claudia
Published: September 2024

Este livro compõe a Coleção Educação e Saúde, elaborada por professores, estudantes e egressos do Programa de Pós-Gradução Educação e Saúde na Infância e na Adolescência da Universidade Federal de São Paulo (Unifesp). Como parte da Coleção, o Conselho Científico também aprovou a publicação deste livro, no qual reunimos conceitos gerais e temas de pesquisa desenvolvidos no âmbito de dois Programas de Pós-graduação da Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Educação e Saúde na Infância e Adolescência e, Psicobiologia. Esse livro aborda temas com foco no estudo da cognição social e regulação emocional na infância e adolescência, a partir de pesquisas que avaliam a função cerebral associada a processos sociais e cognitivos. Cada capítulo é integrado por meio da abordagem teórica do nosso grupo de pesquisa, a neurociência social e afetiva, além de serem enriquecidos de conceitos atuais, dilemas de pesquisa e discussões sobre os diferentes problemas envolvendo essa temática na busca de um encontro profícuo com os campos da saúde e educação. Indicamos este livro para profissionais da saúde e educação, estudantes de graduação e pós-graduação interessados no estudo do desenvolvimento integral de crianças e adolescentes.
Documenting the “So What?” of Evidence-based Programs: Communicating Results to Stakeholders with Research-based Visual Tools
Authors: Avery Deirdre , Tanoue Kara , Walsh Michele
Published: September 2024

As part of developing the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension 4-H Common Measures system, we created resources for communicating results to stakeholders with research-based visual tools. We outline the creation of two tools that may be useful to CE personnel to use evaluation findings to better “tell their story” to a variety of stakeholders. Effectively telling this story often means addressing the question “so what?”. These tools, 1) Outcome Linkages and 2) Infographics can translate the program’s “so what?” in easily interpretable and visually engaging ways. Step by step processes are reviewed to guide creation and use of both tools.
Learning Extension Through Firsthand Experiences of Graduate Students in an Amish Community
Authors: Villanueva Raul , Gonzalez Yaziri , Gomes Izabela
Published: September 2024

Two graduate students and a faculty member of the Department of Entomology at the University of Kentucky developed and implemented a two-year extension program aimed to train Amish farmers on identification and management of their major agricultural problems. Students conducted periodical visits to the community, inquired about farmers’ needs, and identified relevant issues, which were outlined to plan two field days offered in their properties. Amish farmers gained knowledge on diverse topics and were eager to receive handouts and publications. Amish were open to apply new technologies and implement them without main changes in their traditional methods of agriculture. The graduate students acquired skills in developing and implementing outreach extension program. Communication and relationship continued with this community after this program was completed.
Tracing Atlantic Sea Scallops Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technology
Authors: Shoup Will , Rudders David , Peros Jonathon
Published: September 2024

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) represents a technology that has the potential to enhance many aspects of the Atlantic sea scallop fishery. Driven by fishery management and market forces, fishery product traceability benefits fisheries managers, consumers, and fishermen. In order to demonstrate the capabilities of RFID technology in the scallop fishery, a solution is proposed that would help establish clear Chain of Custody (CoC) so that the scallop supply chain can be better documented. Implementation and acceptance of any new technology will hinge on effective communication and extension efforts that can leverage the multi-benefit aspects of adopting RFID into the fishery.
Using Focus Groups in Delphi Method to Conduct Participatory Research: Implications for Extension
Authors: Lamoureaux Yulia , Kim Julia , Koundinya Vikram
Published: September 2024

In this article, we describe an innovative way of using the Delphi method with community stakeholders. We modified the traditional Delphi method by conducting three consecutive virtual focus groups in combination with anonymous surveys at the end of each round. Focus groups provided a safe environment to exchange perspectives, express divergence of opinions, and explore areas of agreement, while surveys allowed the opportunity to express opinions anonymously. Extension practitioners can employ this innovative approach to the Delphi method to facilitate knowledge exchange, discussion, and dialogical consensus-seeking in an interactive focus group setting to gain more nuanced qualitative results.
Segmenting Stakeholders for Effective Extension Education: A Case Study of Sustainable Forestry Practices
Authors: Typhina Eli , Ile Omoyemeh , Bardom Robert
Published: September 2024

The article describes a participatory segmentation strategy, called the Actor Diagramming and Tracing Method, that enables Extension agents to tailor education initiatives. Using a case study, the authors demonstrate the method by segmenting North Carolina family forest landowners based on resources needed for sustainable forestry management. Instead of surveying select participants, as previous researchers have, the authors engage a diverse set of stakeholders through interviews, in-situ observations, and diagramming. Three segments emerged with explicit steps to engaging forest owners’ barriers and motivations, as well as a key factor to adoption of sustainable forestry practices: owners’ relationships/social networks.
Buzzworthy Messaging: Assessing Residents’ Perceptions of Labels to Better Promote Pollinator Gardening
Authors: Silvert Colby , Warner Laura , Gusto Cody , Diaz John , Mallinger Rachel
Published: September 2024

Consumers appear more likely to purchase plants with labeling indicating pollinator-friendly production or high pollinator resource value. No standardized label for pollinator-supporting plants or landscape practices exists in the United States, which has proliferated the variety of labels used by the industry. This mixed-methods study aims to provide insight into residents’ preferred pollinator-related labelling for plants and landscape practices in order to help Extension professionals and green industry stakeholders improve outreach, marketing, and communications efforts. Findings suggest a butterfly-friendly label would be most effective for marketing while residents would accept and favorably perceive labels emphasizing either pollinator-friendly or bee-friendly attributes.
Prompt Engineering Principles for Generative AI Use in Extension
Authors: Hill Paul , Narine Lendel , Miller Aubree
Published: September 2024

The prevalence of Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) is increasing rapidly. For Extension professionals, the utilization of prompt engineering is key to leveraging GenAI and LLMs effectively. Prompt engineering involves crafting prompts that elicit desired LLM responses. This article discusses prompt engineering principles, providing examples and guidance. The application of prompt engineering in Extension is explored, showcasing its potential to enhance programs, deliver personalized advice, engage audiences, and disseminate research-based information. By learning prompt engineering skills, Extension professionals can harness the power of GenAI and LLMs, enhancing their ability to address complex challenges in the 21st century.
Adult Teaching Practices of Exemplary Extension Agents
Authors: Roberts T , Harder Amy , Benge Matt
Published: September 2024

Teaching is an important part of an Extension agent’s duties; however, little is empirically understood about effective teaching practices in an Extension context. The purpose of this study was to explore the adult teaching practices of exemplary extension agents. Through a nomination process, seven agents in Florida were interviewed. The analysis revealed four themes: (a) approach to teaching adults, (b) awareness of learners, (c) planning, and (d) learning to teach. Each theme had several sub-themes. Recommendations for practice and additional research are provided.
Incorporating QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training Into the WSU 4-H Shooting Sports Volunteer Certification Process
Authors: Hall Ashley
Published: September 2024

4-H Shooting Sports certification for adult volunteers is a structured and systematic process that allows for the addition of suicide prevention gatekeeper training without added staff burden at the state level. This article outlines how one state incorporated a one-hour QPR suicide prevention gatekeeper training into the certification process for shooting sports volunteers. Preliminary findings indicate that training was well-received by volunteers and that there was an increase in knowledge of suicide prevention by learners at the time of the training. Further research will be needed to study long-term outcomes and applicability outside of shooting sports.
A Citizen Science Approach to Assess Management of an Invasive Species
Authors: Lester William , Kraus Emily
Published: September 2024

Citizen science allows for broadening the scope of research by increasing data points and geographical scale. Here, Institute A and Institute B show that citizens utilized various outreach platforms to increase their knowledge of an invasive species the air potato vine, Dioscorea bulbifera, and its biological control agent the air potato beetle, Lilioceris cheni. Citizen scientists also contributed data on the distribution and establishment of the beetle, and reported on behavior change, and attitude toward the project. Valuable lessons were learned in designing surveys and training the citizens in order to increase the quality of their contributions.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Assistant Agent Program: An Ex-Ante Economic Analysis
Authors: Hyde Jeffery , Ripley Jeff
Published: September 2024

Many former participants credit Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Assistant Agent (AA) program as a key factor in their career success. However, its economic costs and benefits are unclear. Results show that the program is economically successful (i.e., has a higher net present value) when a former AA remains in an agent position for 2-3 years longer than someone who was hired without AA experience. This is likely to be the case because the former AA has a better understanding of an agent’s job responsibilities and/or because administrators have had a chance to observe performance as an AA, leading to better hiring decisions.
Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior to Determine Urban and Suburban Homeowners' Fertilizer Management Practices
Authors: Levy Natalie , Burnett Michael
Published: September 2024

A fundamental strategy for reducing nutrient runoff from lawns and landscapes is the implementation of recommended fertilizer management practices (FMPs). Our study evaluated Louisiana urban and suburban homeowners’ current FMPs using the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) constructs. We measured homeowners’ attitude, perceived norm, perceived control, intention, and past behavior regarding 12 salient FMPs. The results of our study identified which recommended FMPs to adopt and which non-recommended practices to change. To effectively modify homeowners’ FMPs, we recommended designing tailored Extension educational programming to target the TPB constructs most strongly related to homeowners’ decision to perform these practices.
İş Kazalarında Acil Servis Başvuruların Adli Analizi
Authors: Yılmaz Başer Hülya , Akın Ufuk
Published: September 2024

Giriş ve Amaç: İş kazaları, iş sırasında tehlikeli durumlar ve davranışların bir araya gelmesiyle meydana gelen istenmeyen olaylardır. Bu durumlar ölüm, hastalık, yaralanma veya zarara neden olabilir. İlk başvuru genelikle acil servie yapılmakta ve 6131 sayılı kanun gereği 3 iş günü içerisinde bildirimi yapılmaktadır. Bu yasal süreç içerisinde de adli rapor düzenlenmektedir. İlerleyen süreçte bu raporlar adli tıp hekimince yasal mercilerin yönlendirilmesi ile tekrar değerlendirilmektedir. Bu çalışmamızda, iş kazası adli raporların sosyodemografik ve etyoloji ile ilgili inceleme yanı sıra adli tıp hekimi tarafından değişim durumlarını araştırmayı amaçladık.
Gereç ve Yöntemler: Tek merkez 3. Basamak bir hastanenin adli tıp polikliniği’ne, 01/10/2022-31/03/2023 tarihleri arasındaki 6 aylık dönemde, 18 yaş ve üstü ilk raporları için acil servise başvurmuş ve kati rapor düzenlenmesi talebiyle adli merciler tarafından gönderilen olgular çalışmaya dâhil edildi. Olguların demografik verileri, olay türleri, yaralanma bölgeleri, acil servis ve adli tıp polikliniği tarafından yapılan adli rapor değerlendirme sonuçları karşılaştırılmıştır.
Bulgular: Çalışmamızda yaş ortalaması 36,90 (±10,97) yıl ve %74,6’ ü erkek olan toplam 173 iş kazası olgusu saptandı. İş kazalarında en sık %42,8 ile üst ekstremitelerin etkilendiği ve Ioluş sebebi olarakda %45,1 ile ezilme, çarpma saptanmıştır. Acil serviste basit tıbbi müdahale ile giderilme ve yaşamsal tehlike durumların adli tıb poliklinikleirinde olumlu yönde değiştiği gözlenmiştir (sırasıya p=0,006, p
Karaciğer Transplantasyonu Olan Hastalarda Covid-19 Korkusunun İmmünosüpresif Tedavi Uyumuna Etkisi
Authors: Güneş Hüseyin , Kavak Mustafa , Beyoğlu Sakine
Published: September 2024

Objective: In this study, we aimed to examine the effect of fear of Covid-19 on immunosuppressive treatment compliance in patients who underwent liver transplantation surgery.
Method: This descriptive study was conducted at the liver transplant center of a university hospital with the participation of 169 patients. Data; It was collected face to face and online by researchers between February and March 2024. Data were collected using the Personal Information Form, Coronavirus (Covid-19) Fear Scale and Compliance with Immunosuppressive Medication Use scales. Data analysis was done with IBM SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) Statistics 25 program.
Results: 58.6% of the patients were male, 80.5% were married, 72% of the patients used tacrolimus as the immunosuppressive drug after the transplant, 63.3% did not catch Covid-19, 15.4% were diagnosed with Covid-19. It was determined that he lost a relative. Simple linear regression analysis was performed to determine the relationship between the scales used and no statistically significant relationship was found between the two scales (p>0.05).
Conclusion: It is recommended to create support programs that will include the normalization processes of liver transplant patients who are afraid of Covid-19 in order to become more compatible with their daily lives.
«УКРАЇНСЬКЕ» НА ВІДСТАНІ: БРАЗИЛЬСЬКА ГАЗЕТА «ПРАЦЯ». ПЕРШИЙ НОМЕР 1912 РОКУ
Authors: Криворучко С. К.
Published: September 2024

Існування українців у Бразилії потребувало наповнення моральними та духовними цінностями, які український етнос черпав із Християнства. Саме тому, коли стало очевидним, що українські дисиденти поступово вкорінюються в Бразильський ґрунт на початку ХХ століття, напередодні Першої Світової війни, священники взяли на себе відповідальність і очолили цю спільноту. Церква стала осередком і духовності, і дозвілля, і освіти. Впровадженням християнських постулатів для українців у Бразилії стала газета «Праця», яку заснували в Прудентополісі (територіально поруч із українською церквою) 1912 року. Газета «Праця» виходила українською мовою. У 2024 році продовжує своє існування в електронному двомовному форматі: португальському та українському. Наукова проблема полягає в необхідності осмисленні способів збереження етнічної історичної пам’яті на відстані, зокрема, української історичної пам’яті, яка є підґрунтям для національної ідентифікації. Одним із таких способів є українофонна бразильська газета «Праця». Метою статті є визначення перспективи інтерпретації номерів українофонної газети «Праця» у різних галузях: історія, лінгвістика, журналістика, літературознавство, культурологія, педагогіка, краєзнавство. Важливим вектором є морально-ідейна спрямованість газети «Праця», яка зумовлена дидактичною функцією, що підживлюється діяльністю окремих священників церкви та впливом інституції Української церкви в Бразилії на екзистенційне світосприйняття українців, що виїхали зі своєї рідної землі. Ностальгічний сум простежується в генетичному коді українців, для яких концепт «своє» грає фундаментальну роль в існуванні. Газета «Праця» виконує виховну місію. Осмислюються вічні етичні питання: злість, хвороба, тілесний бруд, гнів, смерть. Українофонна газета «Праця» я видатним культурно-соціо-історико-релігійним феноменом, який вплинув на розвиток української діаспори в Бразилії, української діаспори в світі, культурно-соціально-освітній розвиток окремих регіонів (частини штату Сан Пауло, частини штату Парана) в Бразилії в ХХ столітті. Номери газети «Праця» ХХ століття можуть бути матеріалом, щоб відкрити перспективу для наукових досліджень.
УЧИВ, ЯК ЖИВ
Authors: Філіпчук Г.
Published: September 2024

Напередодні Зелених свят 20 червня 2024 року у селищі Бабаї біля Харкова відбувся Всеукраїнський круглий стіл «Людське буття у спадщині Григорія Сковороди», присвячений 250-річчю від дня написання «Байок Харківських». А перед цим дійством відбулися зустрічі в Переяславському Університеті, Полтавському політехнічному університеті імені Юрія Кондратюка. Харківський Сковородинівський університет, Університет Григорія Сковороди в Переяславі, фонд Миколи Томенка «Рідна країна», Всеукраїнське товариство «Просвіта» імені Тараса Шевченка, «Конгрес Української Інтелігенції», Національна академія педагогічних наук України, Височанська селищна рада, українські митці, студенти сотворили свято, приурочене світлому мудролюбу – Григорію Сковороді.
Ethnobotany and Potential of Suruhan (Peperomia pellucida) as a Herbal Medicine Ingredient
Authors: Rovik Anwar , Uly Andyra Vania , Afifah Laelatul , Rokhmalia Nur
Published: September 2024

People have long used various herbs for traditional medicine. One of the medicinal plants used by local people is suruhan or sirih cina (Peperomia pellucida). Peperomia pellucida has many local names, such as suruhan, sirih cina, rumput cacing, sirih bumi, pansit-pansitan, rumput gelas, and daing siheah cino. Suruhan plants are used in traditional medicine in various ways, depending on the type of disease. The most widely used part of the plant is the leaves. Suruhan contains many bioactive compounds, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, sterols, tannins, reducing sugars, amino acids, saponins, triterpenoids, carbohydrates, phenols, azulene, carotenoids, and quinones. Suruhan has the potential as an herbal medicinal, including antimicrobe, anticancer, and antifungal.
The Effect of Boiled Water Concentration of Red Betel Leaf (Piper crocatum) on the Kidney and Pancreas Histopathology of Diabetic Mice (Mus musculus)
Authors: Surati  , Dessy Armalina  , Erika Wahyuningrum  , Deva Alfira Cahayaning  , Poppy Fransisca A
Published: September 2024

Abstrak
Kandungan yang dimiliki daun sirih merah adalah senyawa flavonoid yang baik untuk menurunkan kadar gula darah. Senyawa flavonoid bersifat antioksidan yang dapat meminimalisasi kerusakan jaringan dengan cara menurunkan peroksida lipid. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui adanya efek hasil rebusan dari daun sirih merah dengan konsentrasi 25%, 50%, 75n 100% terhadap histopatologi ginjal dan pankreas mencit diabetes dan mengetahui konsentrasi yang efektif. Metode yang digunakan merupakan jenis penelitian eksperimental dengan desain Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan 2 kelompok kontrol yaitu K+ dan K-, dan 4 kelompok perlakuan yaitu P1, P2, P3 dan P4, dengan populasi sampel sebanyak 18 ekor mencit yang dibuat preparat histopatologi ginjaldan pankreasnya dan diamati dengan mikroskop perbesaran 400x dan ulangan 3 lapang pandang. Hasil penelitian dilakukan uji statistik MANOVA (Multivariate Analisys Of Variable). Hewan coba ditretmen dengan pemberian sonde rebusan daun sirih merah dengan konsentrasi 25%, 50%, 75n 100ngan dosis 50 mg dan dosis sonde 0,13 ml kepada mencit diabetes menunjukkan gambaran mikroskopis sel yang mengalami perbaikan. Hasil pengamatan histopatologi pankreas dilakukan uji statistik menggunakan Kruskal Wallis dilanjutkan uji Mann Whitney menunjukkan nilai sig. 0,015 dimana nilai tersebut .
 
Kata Kunci: Diabetes, daun sirih merah, ginjal, pankreas.
Abstract
The content of red betel leaves is flavonoid compounds which are good for lowering blood sugar levels. Flavonoid compounds have antioxidant properties that can minimize tissue damage by reducing lipid peroxidation. This study aims to determine the effect of boiled red betel leaves with concentrations of 25%, 50%, and 75n 100% on the histopathology of the kidneys and pancreas of diabetic mice and to determine the effective concentration. The method used is a type of experimental research with a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with 2 control groups, namely K+ and K-, and 4 treatment groups, namely P1, P2, P3, and P4, with a sample population of 18 mice for which kidney histopathology preparations were made and pancreas and observed with a microscope with 400x magnification and repeated 3 fields of view. The results of the research were carried out by MANOVA (Multivariate Analysis of Variables) statistical tests. Experimental animals were treated by administering a sonde of boiled red betel leaves with a concentration of 25%, 50%, 75n 100 with a dose of 50 mg, and a sonde dose of 0.13 ml to diabetic mice showing a microscopic picture of the cells experiencing improvement. The results of pancreatic histopathological observations were carried out through statistical tests using Kruskal Wallis followed by the Mann-Whitney test showing a sig value. 0.015 where the value is.
Keywords: Diabetes; kidney;  pancreas; red betel leaf.
EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS OF THE CAUSAL RELATIONSHIPS OF SPILLOVERS IN THE VOLATILITY OF THE S&P-500 INDEX
Authors: THANASAS Georgios L. , HAVRYLOV Ivan
Published: September 2024

The volatile nature of the relationship between the stock index and the stocks which stand for it, is revealed. The directions of volatility spillovers are studied in the context of the transformation of causal relationships. The article analyses the interrelationships and volatility spillovers between the S&P-500 index and the shares of META and GOOG (technology sector), JPM and BAC (financial sector), MRO and OXY (oil and gas sector), which are included in the index. The research methodology is based on the GARCH (1,1) model, which allows considering the development of variance over time and the dynamics of conditional volatility of time series. The identified interdependencies are focused on forecasting volatility spillover shocks from the S&P 500 to stocks and vice versa.
HARMONIZING STATE INNOVATION STATISTICS WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF EUROPEAN STANDARDS: INSTITUTIONAL BASIS, CHALLENGES, AND OPPORTUNITIES
Authors: PIDORYCHEVA Iryna
Published: September 2024

The relevance of this work stems from the necessity to make informed government decisions aimed at strengthening the innovation ecosystem and its entrepreneurial component as the foundation for the recovery of the Ukrainian economy and overcoming its structural and technological backwardness. This requires the production of high quality and reliable statistical data that conform to the best practices of the European Union. The article delineates the institutional framework for adapting Ukraine’s state statistics in the field of innovation to the requirements of European standards. The results show that the national statistical methodology for assessing innovation activities of enterprises generally complies with EU regulations and recommendations. However, the suspension of publication of current statistical information during the period of martial law prevents an assessment of all components of the quality of the respective state statistical observation for accuracy, consistency, comparability, and comprehensibility of statistical data. Furthermore, the article elucidates the specific aspects of the EU tools employed to assess national and regional innovation ecosystems and their entrepreneurial component, in particular, the European Innovation Scoreboard (EIS) and the Regional Innovation Scoreboard (RIS). It outlines the characteristics of individual EIS indicators that are outside the scope of state statistics in 2023 and assesses the capacity of the State Statistics Service to measure them. Among these indicators, those that were duplicated in another, more comprehensive EU toolkit for assessing the digital performance of Europe–the Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI)–were identified. Following a Ukrainian government decree, these indicators will be collected and published annually starting in 2025. Finally, the article outlines the conditions for the inclusion of Ukrainian regions in the RIS, which will be facilitated by the adopted statistical classification of territorial units of Ukraine (NUTS-UA).