bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Weakening of springtime Arctic ozone depletion with climate change
Authors: Friedel Marina , Chiodo Gabriel , Sukhodolov Timofei , Keeble James , Peter Thomas , Seeber Svenja , Stenke Andrea , Akiyoshi Hideharu , Rozanov Eugene , Plummer David , Jöckel Patrick , Zeng Guang , Morgenstern Olaf , Josse Béatrice
Published: September 2023

Abstract. In the Arctic stratosphere, the combination of chemical ozone depletion by halogenated ozone-depleting substances (hODSs) and dynamic fluctuations can lead to severe ozone minima.
These Arctic ozone minima are of great societal concern due to their health and climate impacts. Owing to the success of the Montreal Protocol, hODSs in the stratosphere are gradually declining, resulting in a recovery of the ozone layer. On the other hand, continued greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions cool the stratosphere, possibly enhancing the formation of polar stratospheric clouds (PSCs) and, thus, enabling more efficient chemical ozone destruction. Other processes, such as the acceleration of the Brewer–Dobson circulation, also affect stratospheric temperatures, further complicating the picture. Therefore, it is currently unclear whether major Arctic ozone minima will still occur at the end of the 21st century despite decreasing hODSs. We have examined this question for different emission pathways using simulations conducted within the Chemistry-Climate Model Initiative (CCMI-1 and CCMI-2022) and found large differences in the models' ability to simulate the magnitude of ozone minima in the present-day climate. Models with a generally too-cold polar stratosphere (cold bias) produce pronounced ozone minima under present-day climate conditions because they simulate more PSCs and, thus, high concentrations of active chlorine species (ClOx). These models predict the largest decrease in ozone minima in the future. Conversely, models with a warm polar stratosphere (warm bias) have the smallest sensitivity of ozone minima to future changes in hODS and GHG concentrations. As a result, the scatter among models in terms of the magnitude of Arctic spring ozone minima will decrease in the future. Overall, these results suggest that Arctic ozone minima will become weaker over the next decades, largely due to the decline in hODS abundances. We note that none of the models analysed here project a notable increase of ozone minima in the future. Stratospheric cooling caused by increasing GHG concentrations is expected to play a secondary role as its effect in the Arctic stratosphere is weakened by opposing radiative and dynamical mechanisms.
Spatiotemporal modeling of air pollutant concentrations in Germany using machine learning
Authors: Balamurugan Vigneshkumar , Chen Jia , Wenzel Adrian , Keutsch Frank N.
Published: September 2023

Abstract. Machine learning (ML) models are becoming a meaningful tool for modeling air pollutant concentrations. ML models are capable of learning and modeling complex nonlinear interactions between variables, and they require less computational effort than chemical transport models (CTMs). In this study, we used gradient-boosted tree (GBT) and multi-layer perceptron (MLP; neural network) algorithms to model near-surface nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and ozone (O3) concentrations over Germany at 0.1∘ spatial resolution and daily intervals. We trained the ML models using TROPOspheric Monitoring Instrument (TROPOMI) satellite column measurements combined with information on emission sources, air pollutant precursors, and meteorology as feature variables. We found that the trained GBT model for NO2 and O3 explained a major portion of the observed concentrations (R2=0.68–0.88 and RMSE=4.77–8.67 µg m−3; R2=0.74–0.92 and RMSE=8.53–13.2 µg m−3, respectively). The trained MLP model performed worse than the trained GBT model for both NO2 and O3 (R2=0.46–0.82 and R2=0.42–0.9, respectively). Our NO2 GBT model outperforms the CAMS model, a data-assimilated CTM but slightly underperforms for O3. However, our NO2 and O3 ML models require less computational effort than CTM. Therefore, we can analyze people's exposure to near-surface NO2 and O3 with significantly less effort. During the study period (30 April 2018 and 1 July 2021), it was found that around 36 % of people lived in locations where the World Health Organization (WHO) NO2 limit was exceeded for more than 25 % of the days during the study period, while 90 % of the population resided in areas where the WHO O3 limit was surpassed for over 25 % of the study days. Although metropolitan areas had high NO2 concentrations, rural areas, particularly in southern Germany, had high O3 concentrations. Furthermore, our ML models can be used to evaluate the effectiveness of mitigation policies. Near-surface NO2 and O3 concentration changes during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown period over Germany were indeed reproduced by the GBT model, with meteorology-normalized near-surface NO2 having significantly decreased (by 23±5.3 %) and meteorology-normalized near-surface O3 having slightly increased (by 1±4.6 %) over 10 major German metropolitan areas when compared to 2019. Finally, our O3 GBT model is highly transferable to neighboring countries and locations where no measurements are available (R2=0.87–0.94), whereas our NO2 GBT model is moderately transferable (R2=0.32–0.64).
Examining baseline water properties and bottom water patterns in hadal trench environments
Authors: Kolbusz Jessica Louise , Zika Jan David , Pattiaratchi Charitha , Jamieson Alan John
Published: September 2023

Abstract. We examine baseline water properties and bottom water patterns in hadal trench environments across the Southern Ocean, Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific. Significant differences are identified in the South Fiji Basin and surrounding the Philippine Sea, primarily due to the movement of cold Lower Circumpolar Deep Water along topographic features, highlighting the importance of a trench’s geospatial position. We present the first hydrographic profiles in the Java Trench, warranting further research. Increases in salinity patterns in depths over 10,000 dbar are investigated, with potential causes including instrumentation error, internal mixing, and saline pore water expulsion. These hadopelagic variations are crucial for assessing climate change impacts, especially regarding Antarctic Bottom Water. The study underscores the importance of incorporating these adiabatic conditions for insights into ecological biodiversity, alongside the baseline conditions presented being indispensable for future oceanographic research across multiple disciplines.
AutoQS v1: automatic parametrization of QuickSampling based on training images analysis
Authors: Gravey Mathieu , Mariethoz Grégoire
Published: September 2023

Abstract. Multiple-point geostatistics are widely used to simulate
complex spatial structures based on a training image. The practical
applicability of these methods relies on the possibility of finding optimal
training images and parametrization of the simulation algorithms. While
methods for automatically selecting training images are available,
parametrization can be cumbersome. Here, we propose to find an optimal set
of parameters using only the training image as input. The difference between
this and previous work that used parametrization optimization is that it
does not require the definition of an objective function. Our approach is
based on the analysis of the errors that occur when filling artificially
constructed patterns that have been borrowed from the training image. Its
main advantage is to eliminate the risk of overfitting an objective
function, which may result in variance underestimation or in verbatim copy
of the training image. Since it is not based on optimization, our approach
finds a set of acceptable parameters in a predictable manner by using the
knowledge and understanding of how the simulation algorithms work. The
technique is explored in the context of the recently developed QuickSampling
algorithm, but it can be easily adapted to other pixel-based multiple-point
statistics algorithms using pattern matching, such as direct sampling or
single normal equation simulation (SNESIM).
Pontormo, un amore eretico (Giovanni Fago, 2004): un pintor «nacido bajo el signo de Saturno» en la gran pantalla
Authors: De Mingo Lorente Adolfo
Published: September 2023

El pintor manierista Jacopo Carucci (1494-1557), llamado Pontormo, es uno de los artistas más a menudo mencionados por Rudolf y Margot Wittkower dentro de su célebre ensayo Nacidos bajo el signo de Saturno (1963). Cuarenta años después, el cineasta Giovanni Fago trasladó a la gran pantalla su peculiar personalidad a través de la ejecución de los frescos para el coro de la basílica de San Lorenzo de Florencia. La película Pontormo, un amore eretico recrea la sociedad y la cultura de esta ciudad en 1555, en tiempos de Cosme I de Medici, a través de figuras como Benedetto Varchi y Agnolo Bronzino. El personaje protagonista, interpretado por Joe Mantegna, configura un Pontormo anciano y taciturno, afín a los postulados reformistas de Juan de Valdés. Paralelamente, la película recoge su enamoramiento de una enigmática tejedora flamenca (la actriz Galatea Ranzi), fruto de la adaptación de la novela Pas de Deux (1991), de la escritora sueca Ingamaj Beck. Este artículo propone un análisis del largometraje de Giovanni Fago a partir de su guion y de fuentes como el Diario del propio pintor y los testimonios de Giorgio Vasari. Por otra parte, en él se realiza un exhaustivo recorrido por las localizaciones cinematográficas, recreaciones artísticas (tableaux vivants) y personajes históricos mencionados en la película.
Öğretmenlerin Eğitim Yönetiminde Karşılaştıkları Ayrımcı Tutum ve Davranış Algılarının Anlaşılmasına Yönelik Araştırma Bulgularının Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Çelik Hafit
Published: September 2023

In this research, it is aimed to evaluate the research findings aimed at understanding the perceptions of discriminatory attitudes and behaviors encountered by teachers in educational administration. This study was conducted in schools in Bağcılar district of Istanbul Province under the Ministry of National Education. The method of this qualitative study is case science (phenomenology) and the data were interpreted by descriptive analysis. The participants of the study consist of 16 teachers from different branches at kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school levels. A semi-structured interview form was applied with 4 open-ended questions delivered to teachers via Google Forms. The aim of the project is to damage the sense of justice of the teacher who is exposed / witnessed discriminatory behavior and to determine the negative reflection of this on his inner world from the primary mouth. The questions directed to the teachers were planned in the form of a semi-structured interview form, and the data collection tools were determined in this way. In the analysis of the qualitatively collected data, the data obtained were divided into codes and categories and classified using certain themes. Key Words: Teacher, Education Management, Discrimination, Research Finding
DEVELOPMENT OF A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING AND OBTAINING HYPERIMMUNE SERUM AGAINST STREPTOCOCCOSIS IN FARM ANIMALS
Authors: Илимбаева Алмира , Bakiyeva Fluyra , Shynybayev Kuandyk , Sattarova Rano , Issakulova Bakhytzhamal , Buienbayeva Zarina , Boranbayeva Karlygash , Sarybayeva Dinara , Zholdasbekova Assel , S.T Siyabekov
Published: September 2023

In the livestock farms of our country, infectious diseases are becoming more and more common in their etiology, the dominant role belongs to the opportunistic microflora. Streptococcus also belongs to this group of microorganisms [1].

Streptococcosis is an infectious disease of young farm animals, characterized by severe septic phenomena, inflammation of respiratory system, gastrointestinal tract, joints.

All types of young animals are susceptible to streptococcosis, but calves, lambs and foals get sick more often, starting from the first days of life, up to 3-4 months. The disease begins with a respiratory rate, the appearance of breath sounds and wheezing, and cough with the development of pneumonia. The first signs of the disease appear in foals at the age of 1.5-4 weeks. Clinical manifestations differ depending on the location and extent of metastatic abscesses. Mortality from complications reaches 10%. Factors contributing and predisposing to the emergence and development of this disease are inadequate balanced nutrition, violation of the rules for the care and maintenance of calves.

The basis for the prevention of streptococcosis should be a complex of veterinary and sanitary measures and good nutrition. On dysfunctional farms, it is impossible to keep sick and recovered cows with newborns, as well as drink their colostrum and milk. In this regard, it is very important for veterinary medicine to investigate infectious diseases of cattle, as well as to develop effective means for protecting animals, improving measures related to the prevention and elimination of this disease[7,8].This work presents data on the isolation of a field isolate of bovine streptococcosis, an indication and identification of a bacterial culture. Bacterial mass obtained and prepared antigen for development hyperimmune serum. The scheme of immunization and obtaining hyperimmune serum on laboratory and industrial animals has been worked out. Carried out laboratory and industrial tests of hyperimmune serum.
THE INFLUENCE OF METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS ON THE DURATION OF THE GROWING SEASON IN THE LINES OF SPRING SOFT WHEAT ON CHERNOZEM SOILS OF NORTHERN KAZAKHSTAN
Authors: Aidarbekova Toizhan , A. T Khussainov , G. T. Syzdykova , Zh. N. Alenov
Published: September 2023

The relevance of the topic lies in the fact that the study of breeding lines of various ecological origins is of paramount importance for breeding. When selecting breeding material, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of soil and climatic conditions. For the sharply continental climate of Northern Kazakhstan, one of the most important characteristics of the variety for obtaining a high yield is the duration of the growing season and interphase periods.

This article presents the results of a study of a line of spring soft wheat with a high adaptive ability: high productivity, early maturity, resistance to pathogens and endurance to environmental stress.

The experiments were laid in the Kokshetau Experimental Production Farm LLP in 2021-2022. Agrotechnics adopted for the zone. The predecessor is pure steam. The sowing period is May 22-23, the seeding rate is 3.0 million. germinating seeds per 1 ha. 13 lines of spring soft wheat of medium-ripened and medium-early ripeness groups were studied.

The yield, the elements of its structure and the duration of the growing season were determined according to the methodology of the state variety testing.

The studied lines are valuable for practical breeding of spring soft wheat varieties. The growing season of the variety is not constant, but varies depending on both the climatic conditions of the zone and the year of cultivation. The duration of vegetation mainly depends on the temperature and water regime. At the same time, the duration of the growing season from sowing to earing closely depends on the sum of the average daily temperatures, the duration of grain filling, and also on the humidification conditions.

According to our research, the lines were distinguished by an elongated tillering period, and «shoots-earing» (37-46 days), and shortened – «earing-ripening» (38-39 days).
Internal Marketing and Student’s Enrolment in Ajayi Crowther University: A Critical Interrogation
Authors: Omoyebagbe Oiku Peter
Published: September 2023

Being that private universities are, to a large extent, run on tuition generated from students, the issue of ensuring that students continually flow into such institutions has created anticipation among the management team, which has also thrown up issues on marketing. In view of this situation, the study examines internal marketing with respect to student enrolment at Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State. The study deployed qualitative methodology with emphasis on key informant interviews. The study found out that the management of Ajayi Crowther University is conscious of the import of IM in the enhancement of the student's enrolment programme as a strategy and has, in so many ways, taken steps to ensure internal marketing practice. The study also discovered that with measures taken by management to boost internal marketing in the institution, a reciprocal effort is also noticeable among the staff team to ensure the sustainability of student enrolment and other means of generating IGR for the institution.
A hybrid model of spatial autoregressive-multivariate adaptive generalized Poisson regression spline
Authors: Yasmirullah Septia Devi Prihastuti , Otok Bambang Widjanarko , Purnomo Jerry Dwi Trijoyo , Prastyo Dedy Dwi
Published: September 2023

Several Multivariate Adaptive Regression Spline (MARS) approaches are available to model categorical and numerical (especially continuous) data. Currently, there are other numerical data types—discrete or count data—that call for specific consideration in modeling. Additionally, spatially correlated count data is frequently observed. This has been seen in the case of health data, for example, the number of newborn fatalities, tuberculosis patients, hospital visitors, etc. However, currently no structurally consistent nonparametric regression and MARS model for count data incorporating spatial lag autocorrelation. The SAR-MAGPRS estimator (Spatial Autoregressive - Multivariate Adaptive Generalized Poisson Regression Spline) is developed to fill this gap. Although it can be applied to different count distributions, the estimator was developed in this study under the assumption of a Generalized Poisson distribution. This paper provides an information-theoretic framework for incorporating knowledge of the spatial structure and non-parametric regression models, especially MARS for the count data types. Moreover, the proposed method can assist in modeling the number of diseases while health policies are being developed. The framework presents an application of the Penalized Least Square (PLS) method to estimate the SAR – MAGPRS model.
Rhetorical Structure of Method Sections of Postgraduate Thesis in English Education Study Program Students
Authors: An-Nashir Abdullah Azzam , Syafryadin Syafryadin , Azwandi Azwandi
Published: September 2023

The method section of a thesis is crucial because it conveys the information upon which the study's validity is ultimately evaluated. The method section describes the procedure, instruments, design, data acquisition, and data analysis, among other components. Students may encounter several obstacles when composing a thesis, including the rhetorical issue. This study examines the rhetorical structure of the methodology section of a graduate thesis. This investigation employed a fundamental content analysis with quantitative methodology. The data was collected from 50 English education postgraduate theses at the University of Bengkulu. The results indicate that five Moves occurred in the thesis with varying frequencies. Moves 2, 3, and 4 occur most frequently, followed by Move 5, with Move 1 occurring least frequently. Furthermore, this research presents fifteen communicative purposes as Steps. 2 Steps are Obligatory (M2S1 and M3S2), 5 Steps are Conventional (M2S2, M2S3, M3S3, M4S1, M4S2), 7 Steps are Optional (M1S1, M3S1, M4S3, M5S2, M5S3, M5S4, M5S5), and 1 Step is non-obvious (M5S1). In conclusion, this study provides information about the rhetorical structure of the method sections of a thesis in order to heighten students' awareness of the significance of the three Obligatory movements in the method section. Students can use the framework or model presented in this study to present important information and construct a strong argument in the methodology section.
An Automated Lion-Butterfly Optimization (LBO) based Stacking Ensemble Learning Classification (SELC) Model for Lung Cancer Detection
Authors: Rani S Swapna , V Suganya , S Selvi , N Ashokkumar , S Prema
Published: September 2023

Lung cancer is one of the most serious and prevalent cancers in the globe. Early detection of lung cancer can increase a patient's chances of life. Computed Tomography (CT) scan images are difficult for clinicians to utilize in order to determine the stages of cancer. Computer-aided systems can assist researchers in more precisely predicting the stages of lung cancer in recent times. This study demonstrates the use of technology that is made possible by machine learning and image processing to accurately classify and predict the lung cancer from CT images. The existing tumor detection frameworks have the major difficulties in terms of high complexity, overfitting and error prediction. Therefore, the proposed work aims to formulate a simple and accurate automated system for the prediction and classification of lung cancer from CT images. Before classifying the input lung scan image, an adaptive median filtering approach is used to improve its contrast and quality. From the segmented lung parts, the histogram and texture features are derived. The most relevant characteristics are chosen using the Lion-Butterfly Optimization (LBO) method for training and testing operations. Eventually, the input CT picture is correctly predicted as either healthy or disease-affected using the Stacking Ensemble Learning Classification (SELC) algorithm. In this study, a thorough performance evaluation is conducted utilizing several measures in order to analyze the outcomes
Numerical Approach for Solving fuzzy Integro-Differential Equations
Authors: Khaji Rokan , Dawood Fatima
Published: September 2023

In this paper, we consider a new class of fuzzy functions called Fuzzy Integro- Differential Equations. Some numerical methods, such as Euler, have been used to determine the solutions of these equations. We extend these numerical techniques to find the optimal solutions by using control parameters, the extended difference Euler technique is used for this. Based on the parametric form of the fuzzy number, the Integro- Differential Equation is divided into two systems of the second kind. Illustrative examples are given to demonstrate the high precision and good performance of the new class. Graphical representations reveal the symmetry between lower and upper-cut represent of fuzzy solutions and may be helpful for a better understanding of fuzzy models in artificial intelligence and medical science. The results show that the extended Euler method is more accurate in terms of absolute error.
Tibial Plateau and Stifle Joint Invasion with a Subcutaneous Mast Cell Tumor
Authors: Triglia Monique , Horton Hollie , Dobromylskyj Melanie , Ferreira Amy Jo , Robinson William Peter
Published: September 2023

A 4 yr old female neutered Labrador retriever was referred with a history of left hind-limb lameness and an acute, nonpainful, subcutaneous mass on the medial aspect of the left stifle. Stifle radiographs and fine needle aspirates of the soft tissue mass performed by the referring veterinarian confirmed the presence of predominantly highly granulated mast cells, consistent with a mast cell tumor. Computed tomography demonstrated a soft tissue mass centered on the left medial stifle, with associated joint effusion and polyostotic lytic lesions on the tibial plateau and distal patella. Ultrasound-guided aspirates of the liver, spleen, and popliteal lymph nodes were obtained to rule out further metastatic spread. Cytology of the joint fluid demonstrated a low number of well-differentiated mast cells. Surgical and oncological interventions were discussed, and full hind-limb amputation was elected. Histopathological analysis of the submitted tissues after amputation diagnosed a subcutaneous mast cell tumor with neoplastic cell infiltrate extending into sections of joint capsule and synovial membrane. Infiltration to the tibia and distal patella were suspected following the presence of mast cell clusters in both osteolytic lesions. No evidence of metastasis was identified in the popliteal lymph node. Postoperative monitoring of iliac lymph node size using ultrasound did not identify evidence of metastasis 12 mo postoperatively.
Evli Kadınların Aile Planlaması Yöntemleri Hakkında Bilgi Düzeylerinin ve Davranışlarının Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: HUSSEİN ALİ AL HAMEEDAWİ Marwah , ACAR GÜL Gökçe Banu
Published: September 2023

Aile planlaması hizmetlerinin istenmeyen gebeliklerin ve aşırı doğurganlığın önüne geçerek anne-çocuk sağlığının korunması böylece toplumun sağlık düzeyinin yükseltilmesinde önemli rolü vardır. Bu araştırma evli kadınların aile planlaması yöntemleri hakkında bilgi düzeyleri ve davranışlarını değerlendirmek amacıyla tanımlayıcı olarak tasarlanmıştır. Araştırma Irak'ın Al-Rifai İlçesi’ndeki birinci basamak sağlık merkezlerinde Nisan-Temmuz 2022 tarihleri arasında 154 evli kadın ile yürütülmüştür. Veriler anket formu kullanılarak yüz yüze görüşme yöntemiyle araştırmacı tarafından toplanmıştır. Verilerin istatistiksel analizde ortalama±standart sapma, frekans ve yüzde değerleri, bağımsız gruplar t-testi ve tek yönlü varyans analizi (ANOVA) kullanılmış olup testlerin anlamlılık düzeyi için p
Assessment of Antidiabetic and Cyto-Regenerative Activity of Ficus carica through Gene Expression Analysis in Diabetic Rat Model
Authors: Saleem Makkia , Sharif Mian Kamran , Butt Masood Sadiq , Faisal Muhammad Naeem
Published: September 2023

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease of the endocrine system, characterized by chronic hyperglycemia resulting from insulin resistance or defective insulin production. Among the complementary and alternative medicines, diet-based approaches are gaining popularity worldwide for the management of it. Ficus carica, one of the oldest plants cultivated on the earth, is rich in phytochemicals including anthocyanins, phenolics, flavonoids, and organic acids. The present study was designed to analyze the therapeutic potential of dried fig and extract for their potential against hyperglycemia and related complication in the diabetic rat model. Diabetes was induced by using alloxan monohydrate and divided into five groups including Negative-, Positive-, standard drug- group, treated-I (given extract), and treated-II (given 10% dried figs). Fig extract was administered through the intragastric tube, and fig paste was mixed in the feed of the experimental group, and then rats were decapitated after 6 weeks to collect the blood and serum. At the end of the study, biochemical analysis such as fasting blood glucose (FBG), serum glucose, and insulin was performed. Histopathological study of the pancreas showed cell deformation in the positive control group whereas damage was reversed in treated groups. The pancreas was also saved for gene expression analysis. The results revealed that the positive control group has lower expression of INS-1, INS-2, Pdx-1, amylin, and GLUT-2 genes. Results revealed that serum glucose and FBG started to normalize after the administration of treatment (Glibenclamide, dry fig, and fig fruit extract), and insulin concentration also started to improve. 10% dried fig was more effective to control hyperglycemic conditions, which might be due to the presence of fiber. However, the gene expression was more modulated in the group treated with fig extract.  The findings of current research suggested the utilization of fig and fig-based products because of their potential to reverse the damage induced by the alloxan or stressors of daily life.
The Role of Guidance Counseling Teacher and Parents in the Learning Process of Children with Special Needs of Slow Learners
Authors: Ilzam Ahmadur , Purwoko Budi
Published: September 2023

Slow learners is a condition in students who cognitively have a capacity below the average normal child and are not included in the disability category, but slow learner children also have difficulties in coping with academic demands in regular classes. Slow learners do not have problems related to independent and social behavior, it's just that the IQ test or intelligence of students ranges from 70-90. For this reason, it is important for teachers and parents to take part by maximizing their role in the learning process of slow learner children. This study uses a qualitative method through literature study by collecting sources that are literary and used as a reference in this research. The aim of this research is to find out and understand things related to slow learner children and the role of guidance and counseling teachers and parents in these children. Meanwhile, the results of this research can be a reference regarding the effectiveness of guidance and counseling teachers and parents who take part when there are students who have special needs of the slow learner variety.
MORPHOMETRY OF EAGLE SPECIES (FAMILY ACCIPITRIDAE) AT BALI BIRD PARK
Authors: Setyawati Iriani , Yuni L.P. Eswaryanti Kusuma , Kawuri Retno , Suartini Ni Made , Sudatri Ni Wayan , Putra I Gede Agus Pradana
Published: September 2023

This study measured the morphometry of raptor species (Family Accipitridae) in Bali Bird Park (BBP) namely Nisaetus cirrhatus (Changeable Hawk Eagle), Elanus caeruleus (Black Winged Kite), Spilornis cheela (Crested Serpent Eagle) and Haliaeetus leucogaster (White Bellied Sea Eagle). Measurements were made with meter tape and caliper on birds that were in their resting period. Raptor at BBP generally rest for 6 months until experience molting before being retrained for 4-5 months, then the birds will be ready to perform bird show for the next 9-12 months. Our measurements obtained the largest bird was Haliaeetus leucogaster with a total body length of 75 cm, wings length 83.5-85 cm, tail length 26 cm, head size (8 cm length and 7 cm width), upper beak (8 cm length and 2.5 cm thick) and lower beak (3 cm length and 1 cm thick), lower limb length (femur 17 cm, tibia 9 cm, metatarsus 11 cm, middle toe 6.5 cm and grip 9 cm). The smallest bird was Elanus caeruleus with a total body length of 33 cm, wing length 39-45 cm, tail length 19 cm, head size (8 cm length, 5.5 cm width), upper beak (2.5 cm length and 0.5 cm thick) and lower beak (1 cm length and 0.3 cm thick), lower limb length (femur 8 cm, tibia 4 cm, metatarsus 5 cm, middle toe 3 cm and grip 5 cm) The morphometry of the species Nisaetus cirrhatus and Spilornis cheela were between the two other bird species.
Evolución de las Preferencias de Ingreso Universitario, Un Enfoque de Minería de Datos con CRISP-DM.
Authors: Fuentes Velásquez José Antonio
Published: September 2023

Con el objetivo de identificar preferencias y encontrar patrones sobre estas, este artículo es una guía sobre cómo aplicar la Metodología CRISP-DM en la minería de datos en la educación superior. Con este estudio se pretende analizar los casos de preferencias de estudiantes que ingresa en la universidad y como se pueden utilizar estos análisis para poder tomar decisiones relevantes en cuanto a los esfuerzos por captar nuevos prospectos de estudiantes al tener bien definido cada característica de interés para la universidad, cómo se pueden analizar los datos utilizando la metodología CRISP-DM y cómo se pueden presentar los resultados de manera efectiva.
Effect of Effective Cough on Sputum Expulsion in Patients with ARI (Acute Respiratory Infection)
Authors: Ruswadi Indra , Roy Andri Yani  , Tia Karlina  , Fika Amalia
Published: September 2023

ISPA or ARI (Acute Respiratory Infection) is an acute respiratory illness that lasts about 14 days and usually affects the throat, nose and lungs. A frequent problem in patients with acute respiratory infections is the inability to clear secretions from the airways which can lead to ineffective airway clearance. One of the non-pharmacological management of ARI can be done with effective cough training. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of effective cough on sputum discharge in patients with ARI at Sumber Kasih General Hospital, Cirebon City in 2022.

This research design uses pre experiment with one group pre test-post test design. The research subjects were 90 ARI patients at Sumber Kasih General Hospital, Cirebon City with the sampling technique used was accidental sampling. The research instrument was a sputum discharge observation sheet.

The results of the study obtained data from the pretest results showed that sputum discharge in patients with ARI before effective cough training was carried out in the outgoing category, namely 54 people (60%). While the results of the posttest showed that sputum discharge in patients with ARI after effective coughing exercises with the outgoing category was 81 people (90%). Based on the results of the Wilcoxon test, the significance value (sig.2-tailed) <0.05 (p=0.000), then based on the decision-making criteria, Ha is accepted, meaning that effective cough training can increase sputum discharge in patients with ARI at Sumber Kasih General Hospital, Cirebon City.

It is hoped that nurses can provide education about effective cough training to increase sputum discharge in patients with ARI, so that patients with ARI are able to practice it at home
Efek Biblioterapi Dalam Menurunkan Kecemasan Pada Anak Usia Sekolah (7 – 12 tahun) Saat Perawatan Di Rumah Sakit
Authors: Munif Badrul , Pamungkas Akhmad Yanuar Fahmi , Wilujeng Atik Pramesti , Arifuddin Yusuf Waliyyun , Rudiyanto rudiyanto
Published: September 2023

Background: The child has difficulty in understanding why they are sick, hospitalization can cause separation anxiety in children, which includes protest, despair, discharge, loss of control so it needs bibliotherapy. Bibliotherapy is the use of the book as a medium of therapy to minimize stressors, prevent the loss, reduce anxiety, and support children coping. Aims: The purpose of this study was to determine the effect Biblio therapy against anxiety levels in school-age children (7-12 years) in the Children's Room of Blambangan Banyuwangi Hospital. Methods: Pre-experimental research design using the technique of one group pre-post test design. A sample of 20 children with accidental sampling technique. Data obtained from observations before and after giving bibliotherapy, and then do the scoring, tabulating, and statistical tests using Wilcoxon match pair test. Results: Manually obtained calculation number 199> 52 = Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, meaning that there are differences in anxiety levels before and after biblio therapy which means there is a significant effect of bibliotherapy on anxiety levels in school-aged children (7–12 years) in the Children's Room of Blambangan Hospital Banyuwangi. Conclusions: Billion therapy can be applied as one of the nursing interventions in the hospital to decrease the problem of children to keep children happy and cooperative during hospitalization.
Analysis using a Model-Based Approach of Path Planning for Multiple Uavs in the Context of Surveying Building Damage Following a Disaster
Authors: JOURNAL IJSREM
Published: September 2023

In the wake of disasters, efficient and timely assessment of building damage is of paramount importance for effective disaster response and recovery efforts. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have emerged as indispensable tools for postdisaster surveying due to their ability to rapidly cover large areas and provide high-resolution imagery. The effective utilization of multiple UAVs in such scenarios necessitates optimal path planning to maximize coverage, minimize mission time, and ensure safe navigation. This paper presents a comprehensive model-based analysis of multi-UAV path planning strategies tailored for surveying building damage in postdisaster environments. The study commences by emphasizing the critical role of UAVs in disaster management, especially in the context of assessing structural damage. Acknowledging the challenges posed by complex urban landscapes and the need for swift response, the research focuses on the development and evaluation of path planning strategies that leverage advanced modeling techniques. The proposed model integrates spatial data, building blueprints, and environmental information to generate a realistic representation of the disaster-affected area, facilitating informed decision- making for path planning. A range of path planning approaches is examined within the model-based framework. These include grid-based methods, which discretize the area into cells and deploy UAVs to cover designated regions, and graph-based approaches such as Rapidly-exploring Random Trees (RRT), which generate paths through probabilistic exploration. The paper also delves into machine learning-enhanced strategies, leveraging reinforcement learning algorithms to adapt UAV paths based on real-time observations and evolving disaster dynamics. Furthermore, the study underscores the scalability of the model-based approach, demonstrating its applicability to scenarios involving a varying number of UAVs. Through comprehensive experimentation, the paper provides insights into the optimal deployment of UAV teams, shedding light on the balance between increased coverage and potential communication overhead.
The lunar effect on delivery and other birth outcomes in rural Zambia
Authors: Stringer J M. , Sindano N , Vwalika B
Published: September 2023

Objective: It is a widely held belief that the period of a full moon is associated with higher birth rates compared to periods when the moon is not full. We investigated whether more births occurred during a full moon in a rural African population.Design: Data collected from 42 clinical sites in rural Zambia associated with the Better Health Outcomes through Mentoring and Assessment (BHOMA) Study were evaluated. We compared the proportion of pregnancies born during a full moon to theproportion that would be expected if there were no association.Main outcomes: Proportion of births during the full moon.Measures: Demographics and birth outcomes.Results: A total of 10,127 women delivered at a participating site between 8  December 2010 and 19 August 2015. Mean maternal age was 25.1 years (standard deviation [SD] 6.4 years), mean maternal weight 62.7 kg (SD 13.9 kg), 14.4% were HIV seropositive, and 3.7% were syphilis positive. The mean birth weight was 3032 g (SD 0.5 g); 49.6% newborns were female, and 1.48% were stillborn. There was a full moon during 70 of the 1715 days under observation. In the absence of an association, we would expect 70 / 1715 (4.08%) of births to occur on these days. We observed a total of 434deliveries (4.29%; 95% Confidence Interval [CI]: 3.89%, 4.68%) during these 24-hour periods. Thus, an association between the full moon and higher delivery rates was not observed (p=0.87). An additional analysis, where the entire lunar cycle was divided into 8 equal bins, also yielded no association. Finally, we did not identify any other birth outcomes that were  associated with lunar cycle (birthweight, stillbirth, gender, or congenital malformation).Conclusions: In this large, rural population, we found no evidence of a lunar effect on delivery or adverse birth outcomes. These results refute a common belief and should provide assurance to managers who opt to ignore lunar cycle when scheduling midwife staffing of rural clinics.
Lost & Found: 240. Thomas Owen Bosworth (1882-1928)
Authors: Richardson III Dr. James B.
Published: September 2023

Dr James B. Richardson III, Chairman, Division of Anthropology, Professor of Anthropology, University of Pittsburgh, Edward O'Neil Research Centre, 5800 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-3706, U.S.A. [fax:412-6652751] writes: I am seeking information and archival material belonging to Dr. Thomas Owen Bosworth, the noted English geologist. Bosworth spent a time employed as a school teacher in Northampton before becoming a geologist with the Geological Survey in Scotland. He then worked for a petroleum company in northwestern Peru and later in Canada. He died at the early age of 46, in Spratton, leaving a widow and five children. He was the author of Geology of the Tertiary and Quaternary Periods in the north-west part of Peru (Macmillan...
22nd Annual General Meeting
Authors:   Geological Curators' Group
Published: September 2023

22nd Annual General Meeting 29th November 1995 at the Assembly Rooms, Ludlow. 1. Apologies for absence Received from Chris Collins, John Cooper, Tony Cross, Diana Hawkes, Mike Jones, Rosemary Roden, Mick Stanley, Don Steward, and Patrick Wyse Jackson. 2. Minutes of the 21st Annual General Meeting 1994 The minutes were approved as a true record of the meeting. They were approved on the "general aye" and signed by the Chairman. 3. Matters arising There were none. 4. Chairman's Report from Paul Ensom During 1995, support for museums and collections has remained an important element of our work. We have been in correspondence with, or about, the following: Ipswich Museum, Museum of Isle of Wight Geology, Ludlow Museum, the Ulster...
10th Annual General Meeting of The Geological Curators' Group at Warwickshire Museum
Authors:   Geological Curators' Group
Published: September 2023

10th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE GEOLOGICAL CURATORS' GROUP AT WARWICKSHIRE MUSEUM, FRIDAY 9th DECEMBER, 1983. Apologies received from John Nunney, Tony Cross, Ken Sedman, Geoff Stansfield, Mike Bishop, Bob King and Bob Owens. Minutes Mick Stanley proposed that the Minutes of the last AGM be taken as read. This was seconded by Tristram Besterman, so they were signed by the Chairman. Matters Arising Geological Mining Museum - Sydney, the Committee wrote to the Geol. Surv. NSW. The reply from the manager/curator explained that the problem had eased slightly and that no other developments were known. More recently Geoff Tresise had received a letter from the museums education officer, who is visiting England in February 1984...
Lost & Found: 146. Wolfenden, E. Brian
Authors: Tilsley John , Riley Tim
Published: September 2023

We would be interested to have any information on the present location of the 2000 Lower Carboniferous fossils collected by Wolfenden from Treak Cliff, Castleton, Derbyshire. They include trilobites, goniatites, brachiopods, corals, etc., and are generally cited in Wolfenden (1958), Paleoecology of the Carboniferous reef complex and shelf limestones in northwest Derbyshire, England. Bull. Geol. Soc. Amer., 69, 871-898....
Lost & Found: 129. Colenutt, George William (c. 1862 - 1944)
Authors: Torrens H.S.
Published: September 2023

Colenutts discovery of fish in the Eocene of the Isle of Wight was announced in Hardwicke's Science Gossip (vol. 16 p. 141 for 1880) as follows:- Discovery of Fossil fish in the Eocene Strata of Ryde, I.W. - The cliffs (if they may be so designated) are about 3 feet high. To the height, on an average, of about 20 feet and for 30 feet inland there is a slipping talus covered with vegetation, and composed of clay of various colours, with blocks of irregular laminated fresh-water Binstead limestone with ripple marks, and containing Limnei, Planorbes, etc., and rolled fragments of the bones and carapaces of turtles with a few small...
The Influence of Indoor Air Quality on Hospitality Management: Examining Biological, Physical and Economic Factors
Authors: Molua O.C. , Ukpene A.O. , Igborgbor J.C. , Ukpene C.P. , Emagbetere J.U.
Published: September 2023

This article explores the complex domain of indoor air quality and its significant impact on human health. This study examines the complex relationship between indoor environments and well-being by exploring the interplay of biological factors (e.g., mold and pollutants), physical aspects (e.g., ventilation systems), and the economic implications of investing in home air quality improvements. This article highlights the importance of collaborative research and innovation in addressing the intricate relationship between biology, physics, and home economics to promote healthier living environments. It achieves this by synthesizing existing literature, employing interdisciplinary methodologies, and analyzing outcomes.
Efeito do Uso do Solo sobre a Diversidade Funcional de Grupos Microbianos
Authors: Da Cunha Mayara Gama , Bandeira Leonardo Lima , Cavalcante Fernando Gouveia , Mesquita Ariel de Figueiredo Nogueira , Chaves Vitor Gomes , Silva Dino Adler de Queiroz , Martins Claudia Miranda , Martins Suzana Cláudia Silveira
Published: September 2023

As comunidades microbianas do solo desempenham papéis fundamentais nos ciclos biogeoquímicos e na qualidade do solo. Este estudo avaliou o efeito do uso da terra na abundância e diversidade de grupos bacterianos funcionais em solos do Parque Nacional de Ubajara e seu entorno, no Ceará. Foram coletadas amostras de solo em áreas de vegetação preservada, conservada, secundária e agricultura. Determinou-se a abundância de actinobactérias, bactérias amilolíticas, celulolíticas, diazotróficas e solubilizadoras de fosfato, além das características químicas dos solos. Na região úmida, a área preservada apresentou os menores valores de abundância bacteriana e de pH. Na região seca, não houve diferença significativa entre a área preservada e de agricultura. O pH e os teores de carbono foram os principais fatores relacionados à abundância bacteriana. O manejo do solo na agricultura gera perda de matéria orgânica, aumentando a atividade microbiana. A vegetação e o pH também foram determinantes na abundância dos grupos bacterianos funcionais nesses solos.
Análise das notícias de suicídio na cidade de Ponta Grossa/PR no período de 2017 a 2021
Authors: Hessman Julia Henneberg , Dornelles Tarcísio Fanha , Müller Erildo Vicente , Wambier Frederico Picanço
Published: September 2023

O presente estudo teve o objetivo de analisar notícias sobre suicídio publicadas na região de Ponta Grossa, no Paraná, avaliando se as recomendações da Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS) foram atendidas, atentando para o efeito contágio. Estudo descritivo envolvendo 94 notícias dos portais “Diário dos Campos” e “A Rede” publicadas de janeiro de 2017 a dezembro de 2021. Foram comparados os períodos: pré-pandemia e pandemia. As notícias analisadas continham tanto aspectos indicados, como contraindicados pela OMS. Aspectos indicados encontrados foram ausência do nome da vítima, ausência de fotografia da vítima, evitação de cobertura sensacionalista e não apresentação do suicídio como solução frente à problema. Entre as características contraindicadas cita-se uma grande maioria (94,7%) com ausência de informações sobre ajuda disponível. Outros aspectos contraindicados encontrados foram descrição do método, local de ocorrência, ausência de menção a transtorno mental, ausência de depoimentos de familiares e conhecidos e não menção a consequências físicas de tentativas de suicídio não fatais. Na pandemia houve aumento de notícias com apelo sensacionalista. É de extrema importância o envolvimento da mídia na prevenção do suicídio, sendo necessárias estratégias como ações educativas e pesquisa científica a fim de que as diretrizes sejam seguidas e o efeito contágio diminuído.