bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Morphometrical Variations of Tetragonula laeviceps in Different Habitats in Central Sulawesi Province
Authors: I Made Budiarsa  , Fatmah Dhafir  , Manap Trianto
Published: August 2023

Background: Habitat is a place for living things to grow and develop. Differences in habitat in an area can affect the size of an organism. This study aims to determine the morphometric variations of Tetragonula laeviceps found in urban and forest habitats in Central Sulawesi Province. Methods: This research was conducted with roaming technique. Morphometric characters observed were 35 characters of stingless bee and analyzed using Microsoft Excel software. Results: The results of this study indicated that the morphometric size variation of T. laeviceps found in forest habitats (3.58 mm) is greater than that of wild bee in urban habitats (3.05 mm). Conclusions: Different habitat characteristics can affect the morphometry variations of the bee, especially in T. laeviceps species. The bee's morphometry body size is greater than in the forest habitat, because in that habitat there are environmental temperatures and types of plant sources of nectar which are more supportive for bee life compared to urban habitats.
Environmental Literacy of Indigenous Communities and Urban Communities On Lombok Island
Authors: Mouria Bidarinjani  , Abdulkadir Rahardjanto  , Dwi Setyawan
Published: August 2023

Background: The high ability of community environmental literacy can form ideal environmental conditions, but indigenous peoples and urban communities have different understandings of environmental conditions. This study aimed to determine differences in the environmental literacy of indigenous peoples and urban communities on Lombok Island. Methods: The objects of this research are the indigenous people of Bayan Village, North Lombok, and the people of the Dasan Sari Environment, Mataram City, West Lombok: quantitative research methods, quantitative descriptive approaches, and survey research types. Data collection tools are observation, interviews, and questionnaires. Data analysis using SPSS, data analysis techniques by calculating the mean score of the questionnaire. Results: The study obtained a mean environmental literacy value for the indigenous people of Bayan Village at 214.37 and for the Dasan Sari Environmental community at 240.56. The results of the hypothesis testing in this study obtained a significance value greater than 0.05 and t-count < t-table. Conclusions: There was no real difference in environmental literacy between indigenous peoples and urban communities on Lombok Island.
The Effect of Banana Stem Powder on the Productivity of the Brown Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus cystidiosus)
Authors: Rizky Nurhayati  , Suparti Suparti
Published: August 2023

Background: Brown Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus cystidiosus) is a type of mushroom that has different advantages from other oyster mushrooms. Generally, farmers make planting media for brown oyster mushrooms made from sawdust of sengon wood. The availability of raw materials for sawdust of sengon wood is increasingly difficult to obtain. So we need other alternative materials as a source of nutrition, one of which is banana stem waste. This study aims to determine the effect of banana stem flour on the diameter of the cap, the number of fruiting bodies, and the wet weight of the fungus. Methods: This study used a completely randomized design (CRD) which consisted of one factor. This study used 4 treatments and 3 replications. Data was tested by quantitative descriptive analysis using the Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) test. Results: Banana stem flour has a significant effect on all parameters. The JM2 treatment resulted in a cap diameter of 10.3 cm, mushroom fruiting bodies of 10.6 and wet mushroom weight of 103.8 g. Conclusion: The addition of banana stem powder can increase productivity in the parameters of mushroom cap diameter, number of mushroom fruiting bodies, and wet weight of mushrooms, which can be used by readers or researchers. Utilization of waste such as sawdust of sengon wood and waste of banana fronds for the cultivation of brown oyster mushrooms is one way of handling plantation waste.
Test of Hypersensitivity and Antagonistic Reaction of Endophytic Bacteria from Klutuk Banana (Musa balbisiana)
Authors: Dewianty Ratih , Triastuti Rahayu  , Yasir Sidiq
Published: August 2023

Background: Plants’ response and antagonistic reaction against disease-causing organisms are two crucial characteristics of Plant Growth Promoting Bacteria (PGPB). Seventeen endophytic bacteria have been isolated from Musa balbisiana. However, the plants’ reaction against these isolates and their antagonistic activities against disease-causing organisms remained unknown. This study aims to (1) determine the sensitivity effect of endophytic bacteria isolates to tobacco and (2) test the antagonism of endophytic bacteria isolates against the blast disease actor, namely Pyricularia oryzae. Method: Sensitivity tests were performed by inoculating bacterial isolates into tobacco leaves with infiltration. Bacterial isolates were prepared with a minimum OD 600: 0.5. Then, a milliliter volume of each isolate was infiltrated into tobacco leaves from the abaxial side using a 3 mL syringe. The lesion on the tobacco leaves was observed seven days after inoculation (DAI). The antagonism test was carried out by growing Pyricularia oryzae on a PDA plate for seven days, subsequently transferred to an NA medium for three days then inoculated with endophytic bacteria. The assessed parameter of the antagonistic test was the formation of an inhibitory zone between endophytic bacteria and Pyricularia oryzae at 4 DAI. Results: No hypersensitive reaction of tobacco leaves against K117, K324, K38, K86, K18, K28, K102 isolates inoculation at 7 DAI. Furthermore, the antagonistic test indicated that all isolates inhibited the growth of Pyricularia oryzae, with the range of inhibition from 32.36 to 40.46%. Implication: Thus, these results revealed the PGPB characteristics in the newly isolated endophytic bacteria from the banana.
Knowing the Role of the (TGT) Cooperative Learning Model on Student Learning Activeness
Authors: Ghaemi Mohammad , Esmail Ebrahimi  , Pariyaporn Ocak
Published: August 2023

Background: This study aimed to investigate the impact of the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) cooperative learning model on student learning engagement in the subject of Ecosystem. Method: The research was conducted at a Middle School in Muscat, Oman, utilizing cluster random sampling. The study involved two groups: a control group and an experimental group. The research design employed was a quasi-experiment with a posttest-only control design. Data analysis was conducted using the t-test with a significance level of 1%. Data collection techniques included observation and questionnaires. Results: The hypothesis test results revealed a t-test value of 8.1, whereas the critical t-table value was 2.66. The calculations indicated that t-test > t-table, leading to the rejection of H0. This finding indicates that students responded positively to the learning experience using the (TGT)cooperative learning model. Conclusion: In conclusion, implementing the (TGT)cooperative learning model enhanced student learning activity in Ecosystem education.
The use of ondansetron in psychiatry: An educational article and expert opinion
Authors: Al-Mosawi Aamir Jalal
Published: August 2023

Neuroleptics are anti-psychotics medications that are used in a variety of neuropsychiatric disorders including schizophrenia, anxiety, Tourette syndrome, autism, and mental retardation. The first and second generations of neuroleptics are dopamine 2 receptor blocker and the first generation agents are associated with significant risk of the occurrence of extra-pyramidal side effects in effective doses. Despite the emergence of several generations of neuroleptics, the disadvantages of the relatively high incidence of side effects and treatment resistance continued as challenging problems 1-6.

It has been suggested that these problems may be solved with use of adjunctive therapies that help in improving responsiveness and reduce the possibility of the occurrence of side effects. The aim of this paper is to provide a relevant educational overview of ondansetron research progress in the field of psychiatry.

Conclusion: The current expert opinion suggests that ondansetron has the potential to be the agent which can help in solving the problem associated with use of neuroleptics including the possibility of the occurrence of side effects and treatment resistance. There is preliminary evidence suggesting that ondansetron can be used as an adjunctive therapy in a variety of neuropsychiatric disorders including schizophrenia, Tourette syndrome, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Keywords:  Ondansetron, neuropsychiatric disorders, expert opinion.
Comparative evaluation of the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Musa cavendish and Musa paradisiaca pulp and peel extracts from Guinea
Authors: Diawara Mamady , Boukhers Imane , Portet Karine , Duchamp Orianne , Morel Sylvie , Boudard Frederic , Traore Lounseny , Michel Alain , Dhuique-Mayer Claudie , Poucheret Patrick
Published: August 2023

Banana is one of the most consumed fruits in the world. Musa cavendish and Musa paradisiaca cultivars differential nutrition-health properties and more specifically their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential are poorly known. The objective of the present study was to compare the hydroalcoholic dry extracts nutrition-health properties of these two types of Guinea bananas. Total polyphenols contents were evaluated by Folin Ciocalteu method, antioxidant capacity by DPPH, ORAC and Mito-tracker assays. Anti-inflammatory activity was evaluated in vitro on inflammatory macrophages. NO scavenging, NO and cytokines production (TNF-α and IL-6) were assessed. At 1 mg/mL, the extracts showed moderate total polyphenol content. Antioxidant activity potential was depended on the type of extracts. Banana pulps anti-inflammatory effects were demonstrated by the inhibition of NO cell production and NO scavenging suggesting that pulps have moderate anti-inflammatory effect as a function of doses (100, 50 and 25 µg/mL). However, none of the extracts inhibited the production of cytokines (TNF-α and IL-6). The present study indicates that Guinea bananas may be considered as an interesting food source of antioxidants associated to a moderate anti-inflammatory potential on specific inflammation markers.

Keywords: Banana pulp; Banana peel; Antioxidant activity; Anti-inflammatory activity; Polyphenols.
In-Vitro Comparative Study of Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride and Montelukast Sodium Release Profiles in Xyzal M Suspension and Other Marketed Syrup Formulations
Authors: Joshi Devesh Kumar , Veligandla Krishna Chaitanya , Rathod Rahul , Kotak Bhavesh P
Published: August 2023

Objectives: In-vitro comparative analysis of the release profile of levocetirizine dihydrochloride and montelukast sodium in Xyzal M Suspension and three commercially available syrup formulations.

Method: The active components and their impurities were initially assayed in all formulations using a validated HPLC method. The enantiomeric impurities of montelukast sodium in different pH media were determined using the HPLC method specified in the United State Pharmacopoeia (USP) monograph. Additionally, dissolution studies and the soluble fractions of the components were evaluated in pH media that mimic the conditions of the gastrointestinal tract. The particle size was also analyzed using microscopic analysis. All parameters were examined in fresh, stressed, and aged samples of each formulation.  

Results: The assay results indicate the claimed potency of formulations. The total and enantiomeric impurities meet the limits set by the Indian Pharmacopoeia (<2%) and USP monograph (<0.2%), respectively. The particle size analysis demonstrated that montelukast remained suspended throughout the Xyzal M suspension. Levocetirizine in all formulations exhibited a soluble fraction of >70% after 1 and 24 hours in various pH media. For montelukast, the soluble fraction exceeded 50% in all syrup formulations. However, in Xyzal M suspension, montelukast was found to be 100% insoluble in all pH media after 1 and 24 hours, except in simulated intestinal fluid (~40-45%) after 24 hours. The absence of S-enantiomer, even in simulated intestinal fluid, indicates its presence in the pharmacologically active form.  

Conclusion: Xyzal M suspension is a promising dosage formulation for achieving desired pharmacological action, outperforming the syrup formulations.

Keywords: Levocetirizine dihydrochloride, Montelukast sodium, Release profile, Suspension, Syrup, S-enantiomer
Validated Simultaneous Derivative Spectrophotometric Estimation of Diflunisal and Lignocaine in Bulk and Pharmaceutical Formulation
Authors: Raskar Manish. A. , Mungse Shweta S , Kate Prajkta A. , Godge Ganesh Raosaheb
Published: August 2023

Two simple, sensitive, accurate and precise spectrophotometric methods were developed and validated for the quantitative determination of Diflunisal (DIF) and Lignocaine (LIG) in bulk and pharmaceutical dosage form. Method A is based on the first-order derivative (D1), and Method B is based on the second-order derivative (D2) spectrophotometric method. In Method A, absorbance was measured at 224nm and 264nm being the zero crossing points for DIF and LIG, respectively. In Method B, absorbance was measured at 232nm and 273nm being the zero crossing points for DIF and LIG, respectively. For Method A, the two drugs obeyed Beer's law in the concentration range of 3-39µg/ml for DIF and 4-40 µg/ml for LIG with correlation coefficients 0.999 and 0.995, respectively. For Method B, the two drugs obeyed Beer’s law in the concentration range of 3-30µg/ml for DIF and 4-48µg/ml for LIG with correlation coefficients 0.998 and 0.996, respectively. Both methods can be used for routine analysis of these two drugs in their pharmaceutical dosage form. Results for analysis of both methods were tested and validated for various parameters according to ICH guidelines. 

Keywords: Derivative, Diflunisal, Lignocaine, first order, second order
Comparative Analysis of Phytochemical and Antioxidative Properties of Different Solvent Extracts of Codium tomentosum Stackhouse for Therapeutic Application
Authors: Babini C K , Reena A
Published: August 2023

Seaweeds are a phenomenal source of bioactive components in marine environments yet to be explored extensively. The study focused on estimating and identifying phytochemical components, secondary metabolites, and antioxidant efficiency of edible green seaweed Codium tomentosum (Chlorophyta). Qualitative phytochemical analysis of five solvent extracts revealed the presence of Phenol, Flavonoids, Terpenoids, Alkaloids, Tannins, Steroids, Carbohydrates, Glycosides, Amino acids and Proteins. Total phenol content (TPC) equivalent to GAE of five extracts estimated shown highest in chloroform and lowest in methanol - CE (194.53 ± 0.008 mg GAE/g) and ME (138.97 ± 0.007mg GAE/g). Total flavonoid content (TFC) quercetin equivalent (QE) was reported lowest in aqueous extract AE (59.982 ± 0.024 mg QE/g) and highest in chloroform – CE (213.07± 0.014 mg QE/g). The secondary metabolites profile of methanol extract analyzed by GC-MS revealed prominent components, Hexadecanoic acid, Flavones, Oleic acid, Dodecanoic acid, Pentadeconoic acid, and phenol derivative having a spectrum of bioactivity. In vitro, the Antioxidant activity of the five solvent extracts of Codium tomentosum was confirmed by DPPH and ABTS methods. It is evident from the present investigation that the edible green seaweed Codium tomentosum Stack House is a promising source of bioactive components that could be further explored for antimicrobial, anticancer, and antibiofilm properties through green synthesis of nanoparticles for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.

Keywords: Codium tomentosum, phytochemical, GC-MS, anti-oxidative, edible seaweed
Screening of Marketed Formulations of Shatavari Tablets to Establish Pharmaceutical Equivalence
Authors: Sunte Bramhadev Tukaram , Shinde Aditya Navnath , Vaidya Vaibhav Ravindra
Published: August 2023

Using an in vitro dissolving research, compare the pharmacological equivalent of three brands of Shatavari tablets sold in India. According to IP rules, the dissolution was performed using apparatus I (the paddle device). According to the Indian Pharmacopoeia, evaluation of physicochemical characteristics including weight variation test, content uniformity test, hardness test, friability test, disintegration test, and dissolution test was conducted. For weight fluctuation, content homogeneity, hardness, friability, disintegration time, and dissolving study, all brands complied with official specifications. Two out of the three brands of Shatavari tablets achieved more than 75% dissolve in just 60 minutes, according to the dissolution profile. Out of three brands of Shatavari tablets, the results indicated that two of them had satisfactory quality and had passed all of the pharmacopoeia's tests.

Keywords: Asparagus racemosus, pharmaceutical equivalence, in vitro dissolution.
Prevalence of Depression and Drug Use Pattern among Elderly People in Living in Old Age Homes in Kathmandu
Authors: Rokaya Rabindra Kumar , Lamichhane Suman , Adhikari Atul , Barakoti Himal , Gautam Prayusha , Shrestha Sanu , Acharya Shreeman
Published: August 2023

Among 150 respondents, 25 [16.67%] respondents were normal. Out of theses 25respondents, 98 [65.33%] and 27 [18%] respondents had mild and severe depression respectively according to GDS. Regarding the socio-demographic information of the respondents, 7.33% were of age 60-64yrs, 10.66% were of 65-69 yrs, 31.33% were of 70-79 yrs, and 51.33 were of >80 yrs. 100 percent of the elderly people were regularly using drugs, and the average patient was regularly using more than 21 drug classes. The most common classes of drugs used by the older people living in Old Age Homes  were antihypertensive agents [9.33 %], vitamins [8.67 %], cardiac drugs [3.33%], cardiovascular dilators [2%], laxatives [6%], and tranquilizers [4%], diuretics [6.67%], and least class of drug used was sedatives i.e. [0.67%], and following drugs classes were  hypnotics [6%], antidepressants [2.67%], anti-arrhythmic drugs [3.33%],  pulmonary drugs [4.67%], antacids [5.33%] and anti-secretary agents [4%].

Keywords: Old age homes, hypnotics, antidepressant, depression, drug pattern
PEEP TRIAL: UM APLICATIVO PARA AVALIAÇÃO DA RESPOSTA À PEEP COMO FERRAMENTA DE EDUCAÇÃO PERMANENTE NA PANDEMIA POR COVID-19
Authors: Da Cruz Mônica Rodrigues , Costa Érica da Paixão , Xavier Tiago Batista da Costa , Medeiros Denise Machado , Japiassú André Miguel , Camilo Luciana Moisés
Published: August 2023

O presente artigo descreve a implementação de um WebApp – PEEP Trial – como ferramenta de educação permanente destinada aos fisioterapeutas durante a pandemia por Covid-19. Seu objetivo foi facilitar a aprendizagem significativa na assistência ventilatória quanto à avaliação da resposta da mecânica respiratória à pressão expiratória final positiva (PEEP) em pacientes com síndrome do desconforto respiratório agudo. Para a elaboração deste recurso, contextualizou-se os dilemas acerca do ajuste de PEEP nesses pacientes, a necessidade da capacitação rápida de centenas de fisioterapeutas como resposta à pandemia e o uso de aplicativos e recursos multimidiáticos interativos como facilitadores do processo de ensino-aprendizagem. O aplicativo foi elaborado em linguagem HTML, CSS e Javascript e facilitava a escolha da PEEP individualizada por visualização de uma curva que sugere o melhor compromisso entre colapso e hiperdistensão alveolar em pacientes ventilados com Síndrome do Desconforto Respiratório Agudo (SDRA). Após a capacitação e aplicação pelos fisioterapeutas do centro hospitalar Covid-19, os dados de mecânica respiratória eram registrados. O uso do aplicativo facilitou o ensino rápido de um protocolo assistencial utilizando uma atividade que foge à metodologia tradicional. O PEEP Trial representou uma possibilidade de aprendizado motivador e significativo em que se inserem os quatro pilares da educação: aprender a ser, aprender a conhecer, aprender a fazer, aprender a conviver. Além disso, introduziu uma ferramenta interessante relacionada ao cotidiano da prática do fisioterapeuta, facilitou o pensar em ações do dia a dia, mesmo sob as adversidades da prática assistencial na pandemia. O PEEP Trial como ferramenta na educação permanente foi útil para aumentar o interesse dos fisioterapeutas para as tecnologias digitais com temáticas relacionadas à assistência ventilatória e estabelecer ajustes individualizados. Finalmente, o relato dos fisioterapeutas demonstrou que o aplicativo favoreceu a assimilação de conhecimentos específicos, habilidades e competências através dessa ação de educação em saúde.
A Phenomenological Exploration of Students’ Perceptions of AI Chatbots in Higher Education
Authors: Antony Soniya , Ramnath R.
Published: August 2023

This study examines the impact of AI chatbots as a communication medium on student engagement and support in higher education. The qualitative method and Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) were employed as the research approach, utilizing in-depth semi-structured interviews. Purposive sampling was used to select 11 participants from the state of Kerala, India, in higher education. Data analysis followed the Systematic Text Consideration (STC), a five-step process, including framing meaning units, condensing meaning units, coding, creating sub-themes, and deriving themes. By exploring themes aligned with the UTAUT2 constructs, a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing student engagement and support was achieved. A total of eight themes were identified, encompassing “Effectiveness and Limitations,” “Beyond,” “Enrichment,” “Optimization,” “Synergize,” “Streamlining Communication,” “Engage+AI,” and “Refine.” These themes provided compelling evidence of the transformative potential of AI chatbots in facilitating effective communication, enhancing engagement, and offering timely support. The study’s results carry significant practical implications for higher education institutions. Embracing AI chatbots, universities and institutions can enhance student engagement and support through efficient communication, personalized recommendations, and streamlined interactions. These chatbots offer a balance between quick assistance and human expertise, optimizing both routine tasks and complex inquiries. Additionally, addressing security and privacy concerns is crucial to fostering trust and successful integration. Overall, embracing AI chatbots can transform the educational experience, making it more efficient, engaging, and supportive for students in higher education.
Teaching Avatars on Controversial Issues: Lessons Learned
Authors: Hansson Per-Olof , Samuelsson Marcus , Höög Marie-Louise
Published: August 2023

This paper describes and evaluates student teachers’ virtual simulation training on teaching a controversial issue. In the fourth year of their program to become social science teachers at lower and upper secondary schools, 43 student teachers in Sweden conducted simulation teaching on conspiracy theories as an example of a controversial issue. Conspiracy theories appeal to young people and they often encounter these theories online, but they can be met with increased knowledge about how conspiracy theories work, and how they can be identified and countered. Thus, students at primary and secondary school need to develop their critical source skills. The Swedish Schools Inspectorate (2022) found that these issues were not properly taught because they were not connected to schools’ values-based work or to the development of students’ democratic competence. To analyze the simulation teaching, data was collected through observations, video-recorded simulation teaching, interviews with student teachers, and reflective documents. The results show that simulation teaching offers student teachers the opportunity to integrate content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge, and subject knowledge, by being trained to become flexible and responsive to avatars’ individual differences as well as their different attitudes and understanding of the subject.
Rethinking Education: An In-Depth Examination of Modern Technologies and Pedagogic Recommendations
Authors: El Hajj Murielle , Harb Hiba
Published: August 2023

Educational technology has changed the teaching and learning process in many ways. As teachers needed new strategies to adapt to emerging technology tools and to interact with students, immediate feedback and digital instructional resources had become the norm. Teaching and learning expectations are growing because of technological improvements. Many digital libraries and online resources are now easily accessible to teachers and students. Therefore, a qualified teacher must be aware of the new teaching requirements and the adjustments related to educational technology trends. Additionally, it is important to adopt a Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPCK) framework and to clarify how teachers and students can collaborate to achieve learning outcomes through updated educational practices. This collaborative education can occur because technology makes it easier for students and teachers to interact together, despite the physical distance that could separate them. This paper emphasizes the optimum use of educational technologies and the potential of new digital tools that have already been exploited in an unprecedented way. It aims to provide a comprehensive review of current technologies with pedagogic recommendations, to highlight the importance of educational technologies in teaching, and to reconsider strategies for acquiring digital skills in the Artificial Intelligence era. The discussion revolves around identifying and depicting various advanced educational technologies that can be integrated with engaging pedagogical approaches. Furthermore, it explains how each technology can enhance the learning experience, emphasizing the teacher’s role in the technology-based educational process.
The use of bioinformatics tools to improve current Leishmaniasis diagnostic methods: A review.
Authors: Costa Natáli , Pereira Allana , SILVA CIBELE , Souza Emanuelle , Ferreira Luiz Felipe , Oliveira Beatriz de , Hernandes Marcelo Zaldini , Pereira Valéria
Published: August 2023

Significant populations in tropical and sub-tropical locations all over
the world are severely impacted by a group of neglected tropical
diseases called leishmaniasis. This disease is caused by roughly 20
species of the protozoan parasite from the Leishmania genus. Disease
prevention strategies that include early detection, vector control,
treatment of affected individuals, and vaccination are all essential.
The diagnosis is critical for selecting methods of therapy, preventing
transmission of the disease, and minimizing symptoms so that the
affected individual can have a better quality of life. Nevertheless, the
diagnostic methods do eventually have limitations, and there is no
established gold standard. Some disadvantages include the existence of
cross-reactions with other species, limited sensitivity and specificity,
which are mostly determined by the type of antigen used to perform the
tests. A viable alternative for a more precise diagnosis is the
application of recombinant antigens, which have been generated using
bioinformatics approaches and have shown increased diagnostic accuracy.
As a result, identifying potential new antigens using bioinformatics
resources becomes an effective technique, since it may result in an
earlier and more accurate diagnosis. The purpose of this review is to
evaluate the efficacy of in silico approaches for selecting recombinant
antigens for leishmaniasis diagnosis.
Pose-graph underwater Simultaneous Localization And Mapping for autonomous monitoring by means of optical and acoustic sensors
Authors: Bucci Alessandro , Ridolfi Alessandro , Allotta Benedetto
Published: August 2023

Modern mobile robots require precise and robust localization and
navigation systems to achieve mission tasks correctly. In particular, in
the underwater environment, where Global Navigation Satellite Systems
(GNSSs) cannot be exploited, the development of localization and
navigation strategies becomes more challenging. Maximum A Posteriori
(MAP) strategies have been analyzed and tested to increase navigation
accuracy and take into account the entire history of the system state.
In particular, a sensor fusion algorithm relying on a MAP technique for
Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) has been developed to fuse
information coming from a monocular camera and a Doppler Velocity Log
(DVL) and to consider the landmark points in the navigation framework.
The proposed approach can guarantee to simultaneously locate the
vehicle, thanks to the onboard sensors, and map the surrounding
environment with the information extracted from the images acquired by a
bottom-looking optical camera. Optical sensors can provide constraints
between the vehicle poses and the landmarks belonging to the observed
scene. The DVL measurements have been employed to solve the unknown
scale factor and to guarantee the correct vehicle localization even in
absence of visual features. After validating the solution through
realistic simulations, an experimental campaign at sea was conducted in
Stromboli Island (Messina), Italy. In conclusion, an algorithm, which
works with the Poisson surface reconstruction method to obtain a smooth
seabed surface, for mesh creation has been developed.
A Study on the Association between Human Papillomavirus Infection, Vaginal Microecological Imbalance, and Cervical Lesions in Women from Xinjiang, China
Authors: Shi Yi , Dong Xiaoyang , Maiweilidan·Yimingjiang * , Ma Wenmei , Ma Zhiping , Pang Xuelian , Zhang Wei
Published: August 2023

This study analyzes the relationship between Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
infection, vaginal microecological, and cervical lesions to provide a
basis for the prevention and treatment of cervical cancer (CC) in the
Xinjiang region. qRT-PCR was used for HPV genotyping and viral load.The
Gram staining and dry biochemical enzyme kit were utilized to diagnose
vaginal secretions.The positive rate of HPV infection and vaginal
microecological indicators was compare by χ test.
Logistic regression analysis was used to analyze the correlation between
vaginal microecological evaluation indicators and HPV infection with the
grade of cervical lesions. The HPV infection rate among women in the
Xinjiang region is 30.29%, of which single HPV infection accounts for
77%. HPV16 and HPV52 are the main infection types. There are
significant differences in the HPV infection rate and infection types
among the Han, Uighur, Hui, and Kazakh ethnic groups. The viral load of
HPV16 and HPV52 increases with the upgrade of cervical lesions. There
are significant differences in vaginal microecological evaluation
indicators H O , SNA, LE, GUS,
trichomonas, clue cells, and lactobacilli among different ethnic groups.
HPV negative patients with varying grades of cervical lesions exhibit a
notable variance in H O and LE, which
is statistically significant. single HPV infection and high viral load
HPV significantly increase the risk of CC. This study indicate that the
HPV infection and vaginal microecological are differences among ethnic
groups, Which have a strong correlation with the progression of CC,
Offering guidance on CC screening and interventions in the Xinjiang
area.
The performance of partially substituted composite ester materials with weathered red-bed soil in ecological restoration
Authors: Zhou Cuiying , Liu Zhen , Wu Yongtao , Liao Jin , Li Dexian
Published: August 2023

Due to degradation and non-pollution, ester materials have become an
important topic in ecological restoration; however, ester materials are
artificial materials with problems such as high resource consumption and
cost. Therefore, finding a scientific substitution for ester materials
is key to lowering the cost. In this study, we use weathered red-bed
soil to replace a portion of ester materials. We performed orthogonal
coupled compounding and ecological effect tests and analyzed the soil
improvement mechanism based on the mineral composition, soil structure,
and electrical conductivity properties of weathered red-bed soil. The
results showed that the improved soil’s strength increased
significantly, as did its structure (greater increases in water content,
swelling, conductivity, permeability coefficient, and cohesion). Plant
germination and height increased by 55% and 37 mm, respectively, in
ratio of 15 g/m absorbent ester material, 2.5 g/m
adhesive ester material, and 5% weathered red-bed
soil, and the amount of ester material could be further lowered by 75%.
The weathered red-bed soil changed the physical, mechanical, and
hydraulic properties by changing the soil structure; thus, improving the
ecological effects. This study provides a theoretical basis for
ecological protection using weathered red-bed soil substitute for some
ester materials.
Short review: Crosstalk between Abiotic and Biotic stress responses of Cymbopogon species
Authors: Muhammad Marriam Faqeer , Aftab Beenish , Azam Muhammad , Firdous Shazia , Sadia Sehrish
Published: August 2023

Cymbopogon spp . (lemongrass), which is a perennial herb,
belongs to the family Poaceae. It has been used in traditional and
ayurvedic medicine for over a century in a range of countries.
Lemongrass possesses antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,
antimicrobial and analgesic applications. It’s also used to treat
diabetes, sickness, the flu and pneumonia. The fragrant grass
Cymbopogon spp . contains essential oil with a pleasant
lemon flavour. But the plants are constantly subjected to a range of
environmental stresses, limiting their agricultural output. Plant damage
caused by various pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, nematodes,
insects and weeds results in biotic stresses. Abiotic stresses include
drought, heat, salt, heavy metals and cold, which ultimately have a
negative impact on agricultural plant potential and output. Biotic and
abiotic stresses also affect the secondary metabolites in plants.
Abiotic stress (drought, heat, salt, cold) causes the formation of
reactive oxygen species (ROS) in plant cellular compartments. Plants
sense external stress via specific receptors and transduce the foreign
signal into intracellular downstream signalling pathways that include
activation of protein kinase or phosphatase, stimulation of downstream
target proteins and phytohormone biosynthesis to improve plant growth
and development.
Transdisciplinary Approach Using Ensemble Learning Model approach in Machine Learning Technology to Predict and Abort Cyber-Abuse Against Women
Authors: Selvaraj Vanathi , Karuppiah Suriyan
Published: August 2023

Cyber-abuse against women has become a pervasive issue in today's digital age, posing serious threats to their safety and well-being. To combat this problem, we propose an ensemble learning model approach in machine learning technology that aims to detect and abort instances of cyber-abuse targeting women on online platforms. The proposed model combines the machine learning techniques of both Support Vector Machine (SVM) and Random Forest (RF) algorithms to enhance performance and generalization. An ensemble model is constructed by combining the predictions of individual base models using aggregation techniques such as LightGBM (Light Gradient Machines). The trained ensemble learning model is integrated into a real-time monitoring system that continuously analyzes social media content. This system identifies and flags potentially abusive or harassing content directed towards women. By combining technological advancements, human expertise, and community engagement, our ensemble learning model approach offers a comprehensive solution to predict and prevent cyber-abuse against women, fostering safer and more inclusive online spaces. Additionally, our approach emphasizes the importance of jurisdictional considerations, and punitive measures implemented in different jurisdictions.
Developmental Trajectory of Teachers: A Theoretical Synthesis and Application to Counselor Education
Authors: Tangen Jodi , Runcorn Amy Qvammen , Hall Brenda
Published: August 2023

Teaching is an important component of counselor education. However, there is a lack of literature exploring the developmental progress of counselor educators as teachers. In the following article, we review the research on doctoral-level teaching preparation in counselor education, present a synthesized model of teacher development informed from thirteen historic teacher developmental models, discuss our model in the context of counselor education, and provide limitations and recommendations for future research. Through this manuscript, counselor educators will learn the developmental trajectory of doctoral students and counselor educators. This will lead to a better understanding of the ways we facilitate and strengthen counselor educators development as teachers.
Internal Locus of Control and Academic Self-Efficacy Influence on Academic Adjustment among College Students
Authors: Auliya Nabilla Nur , Zaharuddin Zaharuddin , Darmayanti Kusumasari Kartika Hima
Published: August 2023

Academic adjustment is a critical experience for university students in an educational setting. Students' ability to adjust with academic pressures will determine their level of success in reaching educational goals and academic development. As a result, it is critical to comprehend the psychological aspects that can influence a student's academic adjustment. This study examined the influence of internal locus of control and academic self-efficacy on academic adjustment among students at the Faculty of Psychology UIN Raden Fatah Palembang. This study involved (n=228) students selected using simple random sampling. The data was analyzed with IBM SPSS version 26 and Mplus version 7. Internal locus of control and academic self-efficacy significantly contribute to academic adjustment (R2 = 0.975). The increase in one point on internal locus of control and academic self-efficacy will impact academic adjustment. To improve students' academic adjustment, universities, especially academic departments, should focus on student locus of control and academic self-efficacy. They can approach learning problems better equipped and achieve their academic goals if they improve their internal locus of control and academic self-efficacy.
GREEN ACCOUNTING ON ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH WASTE MANAGEMENT IN MSMEs INDUSTRY CENTRE TAHU CIBUNTU
Authors: Yulianti Maria , Lasminingrat Anne , Setiadi Hendrajat
Published: August 2023

The importance of environmental accounting basically requires complete knowledge of companies and other organizations that have benefited from the environment. Seeing this phenomenon is homework for all of us to take responsibility for providing solutions for MSME actors in the Cibuntu tofu industry center in Bandung Kulon District about the importance of environmental accounting for sustainability in waste management. The method used in this study is a mixed methods method. This research is a research step by combining two forms of research that have existed before, namely qualitative research and quantitative research. The result show that green accounting has a positive and significant effect on waste management. Waste management has a positive and significant effect on environmental sustainability. This shows that waste management can affect environmental sustainability in the Cibuntu Tofu Industry Center in Bandung Kulon District.
Em tempos de pandemia: uma análise da transparência nas contratações dos estados e capitais do Brasil no combate à COVID – 19
Authors: Miranda Ronaldo Leão de , Jost Janine Patrícia , Martins Eliane Maria
Published: August 2023

A transparência nas contratações por parte do governo e o controle social precisam caminhar juntos, especialmente neste momento pelo qual passa o mundo em virtude da pandemia. Diante deste contexto, nasce o objetivo deste estudo que é analisar a transparência dos estados e capitais do Brasil nas contrações referente ao combate à Covid-19, disponibilizado pela Transparência Internacional Brasil (TIB). Metodologicamente trata-se de um estudo descritivo em relação ao objetivo, quanto aos procedimentos considera-se como levantamento de dados secundários e qualitativa em relação à abordagem do problema. A principal contribuição deste estudo vai ao encontro de que quanto maior o controle social maior é a transparência dos estados e capitais do Brasil. Neste momento em que governos têm ampliado significativamente seus gastos e há um relaxamento dos controles sem precedentes, é preciso, mais que nunca, expandir a transparência. Somente com a transparência e o controle social, será possível prevenir o desperdício e a corrupção, pois cada centavo importa para salvar vidas.
Palavras-chave: Covid-19. Controle Social. Transparência Governamental. Estados e Capitais do Brasil.
Percepção ambiental na construção do desenvolvimento rural sustentável
Authors: Pinheiro Valéria Feitosa , Alves Christiane Luci Bezerra , Rodrigues Anderson da Silva , Franca Adriana Correia Lima
Published: August 2023

O objetivo da pesquisa é estimar a percepção ambiental de agricultores familiares da Associação dos Produtores Rurais da Fazenda São Silvestre, do Sítio Malhada, em Crato-Ceará. A metodologia utilizou análise exploratória-descritiva, com dados coletados de pesquisa primária, com aplicação de questionário semiestruturado. Foi calculado o Índice de Percepção Ambiental composto por três dimensões: percepção de hábitos e consumos sociais (IPHCS); percepção de impacto ambiental da atividade econômica (IPIAAE); percepção do impacto ambiental da atividade agrícola sobre a mão-de-obra (IPIAMO). Os resultados apontam para valor intermediário de percepção ambiental dos agricultores tanto no índice geral (IPA igual a 0,631), quanto nos índices IPHCS e IPIAMO, com valores 0,767 e 0,742, respectivamente. A dimensão percepção dos impactos da atividade econômica (agricultura) apresentou o valor mais baixo (0,444). Apesar do IPA apresentar resultado em nível intermediário, com destaque para o baixo resultado para IPIAAE, a percepção ambiental é uma construção permanente.
Palavras-chave: Percepção ambiental. Agricultura familiar. Meio ambiente.
Movimentos populacionais: um estudo da evolução da população da região intermediária Ijuí
Authors: Muenchen José Valdemir , Thesing Nelson José , Büttenbender Pedro Luís , Basso Davi
Published: August 2023

A pesquisa apresenta movimentos populacionais no Brasil no período de 1940 a 2019, nas cinco grandes regiões, com destaque para a Região Intermediária Ijuí, que é uma das oito regiões intermediárias do estado do Rio Grande do Sul e uma das 134 regiões intermediárias do Brasil, criadas pelo Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística em 2017. A Região Intermediária de Ijuí é constituída pelas regiões imediatas Santa Rosa, São Luiz Gonzaga, Cerro Largo, Santo Ângelo, Três de Maio e Três Passos. A pesquisa se fundamenta pelo caminho teórico-metodológico que analisa os movimentos populacionais, ao interpretar os dados estatísticos secundários, conta com estudos qualiquantitativos, estratégias de métodos mistos, o que auxiliou na conquista dos resultados, na compreensão da construção espacial, que se deu pela busca de emprego e renda, de segurança. Significa, compreender o movimento populacional na Região Intermediária Ijuí, pelos fluxos de pessoas, pelo processo de modernização da agricultura, pela urbanização, com a definição de polos regionais, pela concentração de atividades econômicas e um conjunto de políticas públicas que privilegiaram a espacialidade, concentrando atividades produtivas, emprego e renda como os principais elementos indutores dos movimentos. Em resultado, a Região Intermediárias de Ijuí, apresenta um fluxo de residentes em direção ao município regional de maior população urbana e com mais alternativas de emprego e de renda. A análise permite inferir que espaços geográficos mais pobres, com problemas climáticos e dependentes das atividades primárias, principalmente da agricultura familiar, tendem a perder população para centros maiores e com atividades produtivas mais dinâmicas.
Palavras-chave: Migrações. Urbanização. Pessoas Residentes. Trabalho e Renda.
Personality Traits as a Predictor of School Administrators' Communication Competencies
Authors: Bozkurt Bayram , Çevik Hatice , Paksoy Ayşe Betül
Published: August 2023

In this research, it is purposed to reveal whether school administrators' personality traits predict their communication competences according to teachers' perceptions or at what level. Accordingly, the research was designed in a predictive correlational research design. The sample of the study consists of 489 teachers determined by simple random sampling method. In the study, the data were collected through the "Adjective-Based Personality Test" and "Communication Competencies" scales. Descriptive statistics such as arithmetic mean and standard deviation were used to determine the levels of school administrators' personality traits and communication competencies, Pearson Product Moment Correlation coefficient analyses were used to determine the relationship between school administrators' personality traits and communication competencies, and multiple linear regression analyses were used to determine the predictive power of personality traits on communication competencies. As a result of the research, it was determined that there were significant relationships between all variables except the relationship between neuroticism and extroversion personality traits. In addition, personality traits such as neuroticism, extroversion, and agreeableness were found to be significant predictors of school administrators' communication competences. However, the results related to the prediction of responsibility and openness to experience personality traits were not significant. It can be said that school administrators can communicate easily with other stakeholders in their schools with their extroverted personality, responsibility and mild-manneredness characteristics and they can create differences in their schools with a sense of responsibility.
Transtornos mentais ou doenças do cérebro
Authors: Bressan Rodrigo Affonseca , Juruena Mario Francisco Pereira , Sougey Everton Botelho
Published: August 2023

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Anatomical study of stifle joint in dogs
Authors: Al-Juhaishi Oday. A. , Khalil Nabaa. Abd.
Published: August 2023

The stifler is one of the hindlimb joints, described as complicated join consisting of many structures that organized in accurate way to support and stabilize body and hindlimb during the movement.  The stifle joint of dogs, equivalent to the knee joint in the human, is a complex composition comprising the tibia, patella femur, menisci, caudal and cranial cruciate ligaments, lateral and medial collateral ligament, also surrounding muscles like hamstring and quadriceps muscles. The long bones (tibia and femur) form this joint, while patella sits in front of it to protect it. The two C-shaped menisci act as shock absorbers, and the supporting ligaments including collateral and cruciate provide stability to the joint. The surrounding muscles, including the quadriceps and hamstring muscles, help to extend and flex the joint, respectively. Together, these structures work in harmony to allow for the complex movement of dogs’ stifle joint.

Understanding the anatomical features of the stifle joint in dogs is important for diagnosing and treating injuries or conditions that affect this complex joint