bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Phương pháp phần tử hữu hạn trong nghiên cứu độ tin cậy của khung thép vát liên kết nửa cứng chịu tải trọng gió
Authors: Phạm Trung Thành
Published: November 2023

This article studies the application of the Stochastic Finite Element Method (SFEM) to analyze beveled frames with semi-rigid connections subjected to wind loads when the connection and load parameters are random quantities. The structural behavior analysis algorithm is a combination of the SFEM method and Monte-Carlo simulation. The calculation program was then used to evaluate the reliability of the semi-rigidly connected beveled steel frame subjected to wind loads.
Articulate Storyline sebagai Media Pembelajaran Interaktif bagi Guru SD Negeri Bedug
Authors: Ike Yunia Pasa  , Yoga Sahria  , Cahyo Anggoro
Published: November 2023

Pengabdian masyarakat ini memiliki sasaran para guru SD Negeri Bedug yang berlokasi di Jl. Jogja Km 12, Dusun Bedug, Kelurahan Bagelen, kecamatan Bagelen, kabupaten Purworejo. SD Negeri Bedug memiliki fasilitas yang memadai dan guru yang berkualitas untuk menjamin kualitas pendidikan yang diberikan. Salah satu penunjang kualitas pendidikan SD Negeri Bedug adalah perlunya teknologi sebagai media pembelajaran interaktif dalam proses pembelajaran untuk membantu meningkatkan minat belajar siswa di sekolah namun para guru SD Negri Bedug belum memiliki pengetahuan yang memadai terkait media pembelajaran tersebut. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kemampuan para Guru SD Negeri Bedug terkait Articulate Storyline sebagai media pembelajaran interaktif sehingga para Guru SD Negeri Bedug mampu menerapkan Articulate Storyline terkait mata pelajaran yang diampu. Metode yang digunakan adalah praktik langsung dan focus group discussion yang dimulai dengan memberikan pengetahuan terkait media pembelajaran interaktif, pelatihan Articulate Storyline sebagai media pembelajaran interaktif dan pelatihan menerapkan Articulate Storyline terkait mata pelajaran yang diampu oleh para guru SD Negeri Bedug.

Hasil kegiatan pengabdian ini diikuti oleh tujuh orang peserta yang terdiri dari satu kepala sekolah dan enam guru SD Negeri Bedug. Peserta sangat antusias mengikuti kegiatan pelatihan Articulate storyline dari awal hingga selesai kegiatan dan juga adanya partisipasi aktif dengan adanya tanya jawab yang berlangsung selama kegiatan pelatihan. Kegiatan pengabdian ini berhasil memberikan manfaat kepada para guru SD Negeri Bedug dalam membantu menggunakan Articulate Storyline sebagai media pembelajaran Interaktif.

 

Kata kunci: Media pembelajaran; Articulate Storyline; Guru SD Negeri
One View of Mathematical Learning Goals
Authors: Willingham Chris
Published: November 2023

How do you set goals for your mathematics classroom? What are you doing to achieve those goals? How do you share your successes and setbacks?
ANALISIS STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN USAHA KECIL PENGOLAHAN TAHU DI KECAMATAN SERUYAN HILIR TIMUR KABUPATEN SERUYAN
Authors: Hermansyah Hermansyah
Published: November 2023

Usaha pengolahan Tahu Pak Suwarno merupakan sebuah usaha pengolahan tahu yang berlokasi di Kecamatan Seruyan Hilir Timur Kabupaten Seruyan. Responden penelitian ini adalah pimpinan usaha. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi kondisi lingkungan internal dan eksternal perusahaan Pak Suwarno, menentukan alternatif strategi pengembangan, dan menentukan prioritas strategi. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah matriks IFE (internal factor evaluation) dan EFE (eksternal factor evaluation), matriks IE (internal-eksternal), matriks SWOT (strengths-weaknesses-opportunities-treaths) matriks QSPM. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa usaha Pak Suwarno berada pada posisi tumbuh dan kembangkan dengan strategi intensif seperti penetrasi pasar, pengembangan pasar, dan pengembangan produk. Hasil analisis SWOT mengidentifikasi terdapat sembilan alternatif strategi pengembangan yang dapat diterapkan. Strategi yang memiliki prioritas tinggi berdasarkan perhitungan matriks QSPM adalah Meningkatkan dan memperluas jaringan pasar.
Approaches to Environmental Ethics
Authors: Yılmaz Nihan
Published: November 2023

Environmental ethics is the study of ethical questions raised by human relationships with the nonhuman environment. Ethical questions are those about what we ought to do, and ethical claims are prescriptive, rather than descriptive or predictive. Knowledge about ecological systems, the state of the world, human psychology, and social institutions is crucial to good ethical reasoning. For example, part of determining whether we ought to reduce our ecological footprint is having good data about ecological limits, lifestyle impacts, and what may occur if lifestyles do not change. However, to get from descriptive and predictive claims to normative or prescriptive claims other things are required—values and principles. Industrialization, urbanization and population growth in the 19th century created a significant pressure on the environment and natural resources, and since the second half of the 20th century, the impact of environmental problems began to be clearly felt. Industrialization, population growth and urbanization have been tried to be placed on the basis of these problems. Although it is possible to explain the concrete causes of environmental problems with three variables, it should be noted that people's perspective, attitudes and values towards the environment constitute the driving force of their actions towards the environment. Questioning the values, attitudes and behaviors that determine human and environmental interaction and trying to determine what is good and right behavior for the environment has led to the emergence and differentiation of environmental ethics approaches.
Evaluation of the Tea Accessions in the Lankaran-Astara Region of Azerbaijan Republic Based on Morphological Traits
Authors: Abdullayeva Afsana , Hasanov Agil , Abdullayev Farman , Rzayeva Chinara , Ojaghi Javid
Published: November 2023

Based on diversity of available plant genetic resource, plant breeders can create new and improved cultivars with desirable qualities, including those favored by both farmers and breeders. However, to address upcoming global concerns relating to food and nutritional security, preserved plant genetic resources must be applied to crop enhancement. Therefore, the identification of untapped sources of genetic diversity that may be crucial for adaptation to various biotic and abiotic stresses would be made possible by the genetic and morpho-phenological characterization of landraces. In this study we evaluated 10 tea accessions by some morphological traits like number and weight of tender shoots, number and weight of normal buds, number of total leaf buds, leaf length, bush height, bush diameter, intermodal length, number of total leaves in bush and yield per bush. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) revealed a significant differentiation among the 10 tea genotypes in all morphological traits assessed. There was a positive and significant correlation between bush yield with number and weight of tender shoots, number and weight of normal buds, number of total leaf buds, leaf length and bush height. Dendrogram formed through cluster analysis based on agro-morphological traits divided the 10 tea accessions into four main clusters. All studied tea accessions evaluated through principal component analysis were grouped into different clusters with more morphological similarities among accessions within cluster. The distribution plant genotypes into different groups revealed that the genetic diversity existed among these accessions. These findings might be a valuable resource for efforts involving breeding, preservation, and further characterization in Azerbaijan tea accessions.
Factors Affecting Land Use Change Around the Anzali Wetland and the Challenges Ahead
Authors: Shahkhali Seyede Mohadese Hatami , Hashjin Shahram Sharifi , Agha Farzane Nasiri Jan , Chenari Habib Mahmoodi
Published: November 2023

Changes in land use and destruction of natural covers lead to disturbances in the ecosystem and a decrease in biodiversity. In recent years, climate change, agricultural, industrial, and tourism activities, land use changes around the wetland, and the occurrence of eutrophication phenomena have brought this valuable ecosystem to the brink of destruction. The Anzali wetland complex is located near the city of Bandar Anzali in Guilan province in northern Iran, along the southern coast of the Caspian Sea. The aim of this study is to identify and monitor changes in land use over the past two decades, as well as to determine and analyze the influential factors on land use changes around the Anzali wetland in order to develop management plans to reduce the negative effects of land use changes by providing logical solutions to prevent economic, social, environmental, and livelihood damages in this area. In this study, by preparing a land use map of a 20-year period of the study area and modeling land use and cover changes in the Anzali wetland basin, effective parameters in land use changes were identified, analyzed, and introduced. This study has depicted land use changes from 2000 to 2020. The images are classified into agricultural lands, wetlands, forests, water bodies, residential areas, and barren lands. Landsat images from 2000, 2008, and 2020 were used. The outputs of the processing are LULC images, which show the extent of land use changes based on the information obtained from these images. The results of the spatial image comparison show that in the period of 2000-2020, wetland areas have changed by -29.3%, grasslands by 37.4%, agricultural lands by 15%, residential lands by 183%, forests by 40.1%, water bodies by -28.4%, and barren lands by 15.1%. Finally, the villages around the wetland, which have undergone the most changes, were identified.
Some Dendrological Phenomena in Mavrovo National Park, North Macedonia
Authors: Simovski Bojan , Acevski Jane
Published: November 2023

This research relates to occurrence of some morphological and ecological features of native woody plants in Mavrovo National Park situated in north-western Republic of North Macedonia on an area of about 73,000 ha. The Park represents more than 45% of the dendroflora and nearly 19% of the forest communities in the country. The observations were done during the past fifteen years covering different aspects of both individual and social life of the dendroflora, and various ecological conditions. In this context, dozen dendrological phenomena were found to be important to note. Namely, very old individual trees of the Balkan endemic species and Arcto-Tertiary relic of horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) thriving as riparian population were found; old European hop-hornbeam (Ostrya carpinifolia) individuals on remote sites; old Austrian pine (Pinus nigra), and sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) trees; old groves of common ash (Fraxinus excelsior), and of Austrian pine; firs (Abies borisii-regis and A. alba) with form of smooth or rough bark and aggressive territorial expansion on thermo-mesophilic sites. European beech (Fagus sylvatica) with oak-bark form (‘quercoides’) also was found. Furthermore, the occurrence of the hemiparasite juniper dwarf mistletoe (Arceuthobium oxycedri) on savin juniper (Juniperus sabina) was identified. In addition, finding site of Cotoneaster parnassicus was found. A few phenomena were observed concerning the spruce-fir forest community (ass. Abieti-Piceetum scardicum): dieback of Norway spruce individuals (Picea abies), emergence of Balkan pine (Pinus peuce) initial population in the vicinity and presence of barberry (Berberis vulgaris) as steppe floral element together with expressed mesophilic species.
Assisted Migration of Pinus brutia in Türkiye: A Potential Tool for Sustaining Growth in the Face of Climate Change
Authors: Temel Fatih
Published: November 2023

Forest tree populations deal with climate change either by increasing frequency of alleles contributing to adaptation to new conditions through natural selection or by migrating to places where they can establish and survive. In order for either mechanism to work, changes in allele frequencies or rate of migration should be able to keep up with the rate of climatic changes. For most forest tree populations, however, rate of climate change is faster than their genetic adaptation or migration rates. One potential solution to this problem is human assisted migration of forest tree species and involves moving forest tree species or seed sources of a forest tree species into areas where they would be better adapted to future climatic conditions than the local species or seed source. Pinus brutia is the most important forest tree species in Türkiye, covering 5.1 million ha (23% of total forests), and accounting for 9.3 million m3 (34%) of annual timber production. Over 50 million P. brutia seedlings are produced annually (~20% of total forest tree seedling production). Current seed transfer is based on the country’s six current seed zones, developed in the absence of provenance test data, are based on relative humidity during the vegetation period, and are partitioned into two to six sub-zones within each main zone (22 in total) on the basis of the length of vegetation period. Most of the P. brutia range in Türkiye is located in places where the effects of climate change are prominent. In 1988, a comprehensive provenance testing program was initiated where 50 P. brutia populations from Türkiye and Northern Cyprus were tested on 26 sites in Türkiye and Northern Cyprus. Trees in these tests were measured for survival, growth and form at ages three, five, 10 and 20. We used population mean growth data from these provenance tests to develop transfer functions from which safe seed transfer distances were calculated. On average, DBH at age 20 (DBH20) had the strongest relationship with the transfer distances. For each site, growth relative to local population was calculated and plotted across all climatic transfer distances for all sites. Transfer distances for summer precipitation (PPT_sm), mean warmest month temperature (MWMT) and annual heat moisture index (AHM) were found to have significant relationship with DBH20. P. brutia seed sources can be transferred within 105 mm PPT_sm, 10 °C MWMT and 36 units AHM without sacrificing volume growth more than 5% compared to that of local seed source. Provenance test data can be used to determine suitable seed sources for a given plantation site for different future climatic condition scenarios. This approach can help sustaining growth in P. brutia plantations in the face of climate change.
Carbon Capture Potential Across Northern Forest of Iran, Case Study: Asalem Forests
Authors: Larsary Maryam Kazempour , Pourbabaei Hassan
Published: November 2023

In the context of global climate change, carbon sequestration has become a highly valued function of forest ecosystems. Forests harbor approximately 44% of the global carbon pool, storing carbon dioxide (CO2) in their woody biomass, and playing an irreplaceable role in regulating global carbon balance. So, the main purpose of this research is to discover the importance of Iran’s northern forests in carbon capture potential through scientific approaches. To evaluate CO2 absorption, 164 400 m2 (20 × 20 m) temperate forest plots were stablished along altitudinal gradients (400-1800 m) within Asalem forests located in northwest Iran. We applied the allometric equations relate individual aboveground biomass (AGB) with diameter at breast height (DBH), height and wood density to calculate AGB and multiply each value by organic carbon content (%) derived from combustion method to quantify aboveground carbon (AGC) sequestration potential. The CO2 absorption amounts were further estimated by multiplying total AGC sequestration by 3.67 as a conversion factor. The regression and correlation analyses were used to model carbon capture potential along altitudinal gradients. We found 3837 individuals belong to 21 species, 15 genera, and 11 families. The total value of annual AGC sequestration and CO2 absorption was about 31.23 and 114.61 gigatons per hectare (Gt ha-1), respectively that showed negligible correlations with elevation. The one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Tukey's post hoc test indicated the significant differences in carbon capture potential among 21 species. The highest AGC sequestration (17.21 Gt ha-1) and CO2 absorption (63.17 Gt ha-1) were recorded for beech trees (Fagus orientalis Lipsky). The results revealed an important basis role of our northern forests (beech trees) in mitigating climate change consequences that have to improve by applying appropriate conservation management strategies.
The Importance of Linden (Tilia sp.) in terms of Carbon Sequestration: Perspective in the World and in Türkiye
Authors: Ağırman Han Özlem , Üçler Ali Ömer
Published: November 2023

Carbon emission is increasing in the world due to exponential growing of population, excessive usage of natural resources which resulted with environmental pollution and decline in biodiversity. Carbon emission as a result of greenhouse gases and carbon dioxide rising is the main reason of climate change and global warming. Reducing the amount of CO2 and greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere; is possible by increasing the use of vegetative mass, limit emissions, and increasing the amount of carbon in carbon pools (ocean, soil, vegetation, etc.). In forest ecosystem the soil, biomass and water have essential roles in carbon deposition that is the basic element of carbon dioxide. Since trees have the capacity of storing CO2 via photosynthesis, they execute important functions for the formation of important sinks by deposition of carbon in plant biomass and under the soil. To reduce the amount of carbon emissions in cities, afforestation is made on the roadsides from tree species that deposit exhaust gases and are resistant to difficult conditions. Lindens are trees that have resistance against, winds air pollution and poor quality soils, also tolerant for variable climate conditions, and sensitive for frost and drought. In literature there exists not enough studies that examines carbon sequestration and storage capacity of lindens while there exist some other papers regarding other species such as scotch pine, larch, red pine, cedar, and poplar. In this study we aimed to investigate the possible role of lindens used for arborization of cities for carbon sequestration and storage. This review, in which various articles were discussed, will be informative for those who are interested in the subject.
The Chemical Composition of Birch Leaves and the Vital State of Birch Stands in the Gradient of Aerotechnogenic Emissions of JSC “Karabashmed”
Authors: Gorbunova Viktoria , Menshikov Sergei
Published: November 2023

The aim of the work is to assess the vital state of silver birch stands and the content of macronutrients and heavy metals in the leaves of silver birch (Betula pendula Roth) in the gradient of aerotechnogenic emissions of JSC “Karabashmed” (Chelyabinsk region, Russian Federation). We selected five test areas of varying degrees of pollution at a distance of 1.5 km to 24 km from Karabashmed. The assessment of the condition of birch stands was carried out by the bioindication method, using the indicators of defoliation (loss of foliage) and dechromation (discoloration) of tree crowns and the category of weakness (sanitary condition). Birch forests located closer to the source of pollution (C-1.5) have the greatest degree of damage. The level of defoliation is 59.5%, dechromation is 52% and the damage index is 3.3, which is 1.5 and 2 times more than in more remote test areas. The sulfur content increased by 35% (p<0.05) on the test area closest to the source of pollution. Severe damage to birch leaves by sulfur dioxide in the affected area was indicated by an increased concentration of sulfur in the leaves, as well as deterioration of the vital condition of the stand. Macronutrients analysis results showed that the content of nitrogen varies from 22 to 24 mg/g, potassium from 9 to 15 mg/g, phosphorus from 6.5 to 7 mg/g, calcium from 5.5 to 8 mg/g, magnesium from 3.6 to 6.4 mg/g, sulfur from 1.7 to 2.7 mg/g, sodium from 1.8 to 2.5 mg/g. Heavy metal analysis results showed that the concentrations of cadmium, lead and zinc, copper and chromium in birch leaves in the area closest to the source of pollution increased by 2.8-8 times. The parameters of the vital state positively correlated with the content of sulfur, cadmium, lead, copper and zinc (correlation coefficients 0.4-0.6) and negatively correlated with the content of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium.
Design of an Individualized Electric Consumption Monitoring for Sub-Metered Tenants
Authors: Khorina O. Aguilar  , Irvin Gil C. Mercado  , Michelle Ann R. Hinayas  , Jonelle H. Tablada
Published: November 2023

Electric submeters are energy monitors that break down individual tenants’ electric usage. However, sub-metering uses traditional energy meters for individualized power consumption. The designed individualized electric consumption monitoring system alternates the said energy meters by integrating a microcontroller, Android application, and Short Message Service (SMS). The system comprises two (2) physical parts: the main and metered units. The meter unit plays the part of an energy meter where it records consumption with a maximum of 30 amps, while the main unit saves the data from the meter unit. These two communicate using Radio-frequency identification (RFID). Data is held in a Micro-SD Card and used for sending the amount by the landlord to the sub-metered individuals. The study uses prototyping during the methodology process, then productive interactions and comparative testing on the evaluation. The system’s accuracy evaluation garnered an average percentage error of 0.108% in voltage and 6.502% in current. Overall, the system substitutes the usage of traditional energy meters in sub-metered tenants, and by applying the recommendation, the system is ready for community usage.
Development of a Manual/Motor-Operated Cassava Grates Water Extractor for Household Use
Authors: Marvin Credo  , Rommel M. Valmoria
Published: November 2023

To be used for producing cassava delicacies, grated cassava needs to be dewatered to contain only 40% to 45% of its original 50% to 75% moisture content. Though existing machines are available in the market for the dewatering process, the present study designed the machine to have a feature where it could be either motor-operated or manually operated. The machine was evaluated regarding its machine efficiency, loading capacity and the moisture content in wet basis (w.b.) of the produced compressed grated cassava. Results revealed that the machine has a maximum loading capacity of 1300 grams. The machine efficiency for motor operated and manually operated was found out to be 20.04% and 25.48% respectively. The average moisture content (w.b.) of the compressed grated cassava was found to be 41.42% and 43.44% for the manual and motorized operation of the machine.
Breeding Performance and Egg Quality of Red Jungle Fowl (Gallus gallus L.) Under Confinement System
Authors: Buctot, Jr. Francisco F. , Espina Dinah M.
Published: November 2023

This study was conducted to assess the breeding performance, and egg quality traits of Red Jungle Fowl in selected areas of Leyte mated to native hens under confinement system. A total of six Red Jungle Fowl and two native roosters, and 16 native hens were randomly assigned to four treatments and eight replications. Each replicate was composed of one rooster and two hens that were randomly laid out in a Randomized Complete Block Design. The result on egg weight showed a highly significant difference at p value <0.01 and revealed heaviest weight (39.0 g)and lightest weight (35.75 g) on Native x Native and Baybay Red JungleFowl x Native, respectively. A comparable number of eggs per clutch, fertility and hatchability rates, yolk and albumen weights, shell weight, egg length and width, egg shape index and yolk color score were recorded.
ENHANCING BIODIESEL PRODUCTION PROCESS THROUGH MICROWAVE-ASSISTED CATALYSIS: A RESEARCH NOTE
Authors: Armando T. Quitain  , Dewoowoogen P. Baclayon
Published: November 2023

A novel method for producing biodiesel by the combined advantages of microwave irradiation and solid catalysts was investigated. Results of batch experiments showed a remarkable decrease in reaction time to within a minute compared to a minimum of 1 h using the conventional method to achieve above 95% conversion. The mechanism of reaction and the effects of operating conditions are discussed.
Development of an Android-Based Visual Sudoku Solver Using Contour Finding and Backtracking Algorithm
Authors: Jonas Reycian B. Saraosos  , Michael Anthony Jay B. Regis
Published: November 2023

This study developed an Android application that automatically solves Sudoku puzzle. An image of the Sudoku puzzle is either captured by the built-in camera or loaded directly from the media gallery. Contour finding algorithm and Hough transform would detect the game board. The givens (i.e. number that exist in a Sudoku board) are acquired by dividing the entire game board by 81 cells with the contour finding algorithm extracting the particular given. Identification is done using the Tesseract – Optical Character Recognition (OCR). Backtracking algorithm calculated the solution and displayed it back in the form of an image. After testing 30 Sudoku images, a 74.47% detection percentage and 13.09% branching factor with a Receiver Operating Characteristic - Area Under the Curve (AUC) of 0.684 was obtained when identifying the givens indicating that the system is effective.
Development of a Non-Deterministic Finite Automaton with Epsilon Moves (E − NF A) Generator Using Thompson’s Construction Algorithm
Authors: Gilbert M. Arces  , Eugene Val C. Mangaoang  , Michael Anthony Jay B. Regis  , Jomari Joseph A. Barrera
Published: November 2023

The study designed and developed a finite state machine generator which converts a regular expression to its equivalent non-deterministic finite automaton with -moves ( − NF A). It implements Thompson’s construction algorithm, an algorithm that works recursively by splitting an expression into its constituent subexpressions, from which the  − NF A will be constructed by a set of rules. The system accepts a valid regular expression and rejects an invalid one. The regular expression is then parsed and evaluated by a parse tree to be converted to its equivalent states. The states is then connected and generated as a whole to show the finite state machine. The finite state machine generator was implemented using the Java programming language with the JavaFX package to produce better quality and easy to use graphical interface. An online acceptability survey obtained a 3.96 (exceeded beyond expectation) acceptability rating.
FERMENTED ONION (Allium cepa) JUICE SUPPLEMENTATION TO BROILERS
Authors: Webel Glenn C. Dublado  , Maria Yancy R. Dayola  , Redney M. Solomon  , Amy C. Albert
Published: November 2023

The study was about the effects of fermented onion juice (FOJ) to the growth performance of broilers. Straight run Cobb broiler chickens were grouped into three. Group one was given the traditional vitamin and antibiotic supplementation while the other group was supplemented with fermented onion juice and the third group, plain water. The feeds conversion ratio; average live weight and broiler efficiency score were compared using ANOVA. It was found out that birds supplemented with FOJ had better performance to broilers not receiving the supplements. This performance was comparable to the birds that were given antibiotic and vitamin preparations.
Growth Performance of Broilers with Probiotic Supplementation
Authors: Nelfa C. Gil  , Mabel R. Calva  , Annabelle M. Hufalar
Published: November 2023

The prophylactic use of antibiotic to prevent diseases as well as promote growth in food animals draws a number of concerns on human health. Supplementation of probiotics from natural sources offers alternatives to synthetic antibiotics to enhance growth and prevent gastro-intestinal diseases of broilers. The study determined the effects of probiotics from different locally available sources on the growth performance of broilers. A total of 90 Starbro strain straight run day-old chicks were used in six treatment diets: positive control using commercial antibiotic (TCA), probiotics from milk (TMi), indigenous microorganisms (TIM), plant juice (TPJ), fish (TF) and oriental herbs (TH). Each treatment was replicated three times with five animals per replication arranged in Completely Randomized Design. Recommended protocols were observed in the feeding trial. Results disclosed that feed intake, water intake, weight gain, feed conversion efficiency and supplemented water conversion efficiency of the broilers supplemented with probiotics have no significant difference from the broilers supplemented with antibiotic. The greatest gross margin was realized in TF followed by TPJ and TIM. The result indicates that broiler production can be profitably carried out with the use of probiotics from different sources as an alternative or replacement of synthetic commercial antibiotic.
Ketimpangan Pendapatan Dan Determinan Pertumbuhan Ekonomi Di Kawasan Subosukowonosraten Tahun 2016-2020
Authors: Adytya Ichsan , Woyanti Nenik
Published: November 2023

Terdapat perbedaan PDRB antar kabupaten/kota di Kawasan Subosukowonosraten yang cukup besar. Ketimpangan pendapatan yang terjadi secara langsung dan tidak langsung memiliki keterkaitan dengan pertumbuhan ekonomi di Kawasan Subosukowonosraten. Adanya perbedaan pendapatan, akumulasi modal, dan sumber daya manusia dapat mempengaruhi pertumbuhan ekonomi Kawasan Subosukowonosraten. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis ketimpangan pendapatan di Kawasan Subosukowonosraten dan menganalisis pengaruh investasi asing, kemiskinan, pendidikan serta pengeluaran pemerintah terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi di Kawasan Subosukowonosraten pada periode 2016-2020. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan analisis yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah analisis Indeks Williamson dan analisis regresi data panel Fixed Effect Model (FEM). Hasil analisis Indeks Williamson menunjukkan bahwa tingkat ketimpangan pendapatan di wilayah Subosukowonosraten termasuk dalam kategori ketimpangan sedang. Hasil analisis regresi data panel menunjukkan bahwa variabel kemiskinan berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi dan variabel pendidikan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi. Sedangkan variabel investasi asing tidak berpengaruh terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi dan pengeluaran pemerintah tidak berpengaruh terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi.
Methodology for Assessing Long-Term Deformation Influence on Geopolymer Composite Microstructure
Authors:   , Gailītis Rihards
Published: November 2023

The Thesis is focused on methodology development for microstructure assessment of plain and fiber-reinforced geopolymer composites after long-term property determination in compression, tension and three-point bending. Plain and reinforced with steel, polyvinyl alcohol, polypropylene and carbon fibers geopolymer composites have been tested for long-term properties in compression, tension and three-point bending. Creep properties have been determined in a linear state. Shrinkage properties have been determined simultaneously with the creep strains. For microstructure assessment, polished section specimens have been used and assessed in a scanning electron microscope. As a result, one national patent and one patent application have been developed that show microstructure assessment and long-term determination.
DYNAMICS OF CHANGE OF THE BASIC ELEMENTS OF ENTERPRISE
Authors: Kontić Ljiljana , Todosijević Miloš
Published: November 2023

New views on elements that make an enterprise and its environment were brought by cybernetics. Every change that happens in any natural or organized system has a destructive character. The intensity of that force depends on resistance emitted toward change. With a new change, the dual action of technical progress manifests. Affirmative (progressive) and devaluating (regressive). Changes under the action of technical progress bring change in the functioning of organizational systems. Balance is at stake with elements that constitute one system as well as with enterprises and their surroundings. Cybernetics identifies the power and dynamics of change and stand to bring things and process into the primary state of equilibrium. Cybernetics must respect events of the environment in which organizational system exists and their influence on happenings in managing systems. Enterprise is not an isolated system but a legal bond of connections between certain parts of inner or outer parts. In this work, we will put an accent on elements that purposely or autonomously create changes. We will symbolically represent the surrounding in which the whole process of enterprise development is taking part, as well as a partial complex of that process which makes: the development of product, the development of market, the development of resources, the development of capacity, and the working processes. If the solution to newly created problems made by changes is wanted or known, the algorithm is always possible.
IMPLICATIONS OF THE APPLICATION OF BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY IN ACCOUNTING AND PUBLIC FINANCE
Authors: Tanasić Ljiljana , Radovanović Lazar
Published: November 2023

This paper aims to analyze the implications of blockchain technology in the accounting profession and the government sector. Blockchain technology, unknown until just a decade ago, emerged from the shadow of bitcoin and is now at the center of the debate about the future of the digital economy. Blockchain is a decentralized database secured by cryptographic protection, which is estimated to store about 10% of global gross domestic product (GDP) on its platform by 2027. Double-entry bookkeeping, which has been used for more than 500 years, in today's era of technological change and applied blockchain technology, could develop a new system, the triple-entry bookkeeping. Dominant market leaders in this field PwC, Deloitte, EY and KPMG have already begun research to introduce this technology into their business practices. The application of blockchain technology, in addition to the private sector, could also be used in the government sector, especially in the field of taxes. Blockchain would eliminate retroactive tax recording and provide an automated and impenetrable platform for many types of tax fraud. However, the adoption of blockchain technology, like any new technology, depends on its ability to overcome regulatory, technical and societal challenges.
ESTIMATES OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MONETARY POLICY IN THE REPUBLIC OF SERBIA
Authors: Đurović Todorović Jadranka , Đorđević Marina , Ristić Cakić Milica
Published: November 2023

Numerous empirical studies conducted in the last few years have proven that monetary policy has a significant impact on preserving the sustainability of the entire economic system of a country. Bearing in mind that the effectiveness of monetary policy in developing countries is especially questioned when the structure of the financial system limits the effectiveness of its instruments, the paper analyzes the monetary policy of the Republic of Serbia. The subject of research in this paper is the analysis and measurement of the effectiveness of monetary policy in the period from 2002-2022. In order to analyze the efficiency, a regression analysis of the determinants of monetary policy was performed. The results show that the government must pay much more attention to monetary policy in order to improve its effectiveness in the future.
NOVA INDUSTRIJSKA POLITIKA KAO NOSILAC DINAMIČNOG RAZVOJA SRBIJE
Authors: Lutovac Miloš , Živković Aleksandar
Published: November 2023

Industrijska politika je važno sredstvo koje vladama omogućava da promovišu industrijski razvoj i ubrzaju ekonomski rast. Ipak, specifične mere koje su usvojene od strane uspešnih industrijalizovanih zemalja ne mogu se lako primeniti na ostale zemlje, ne samo zbog posebnih društveno-ekonomskih uslova pojedinačnih zemalja već i što promene u globalnom okruženju utiču na efikasnost instrumenata industrijske politike. Novi pristupi industrijskoj politici prisutni su širom sveta, naročito posle krize izazvane pandemijom koronavirusa. Jačanje industrijskog sektora je ključ oporavka. Da bi se postigao ovaj važan cilj, industrijska politika mora biti u centru reakcija vlada. Ne može se očekivati da se put razvoja karakterističan za visoko razvijene zemlje sveta primeni na Srbiju. Neophodna je promena dosadašnje strategije razvoja industrije Srbije. Cilj nove industrijske politike Srbije je da promoviše strukturne promene u industriji u korist proizvodnje roba i usluga sa većom dodatom vrednošću, modernizacijom, integracijom u globalne lance vrednosti, razvojem ekonomije zasnovane na znanju i pozicioniranjem za Četvrtu industrijsku revoluciju. Analiza u radu posvećena je državnim podsticajima koji su deo nove industrijske politike Srbije i jedna su od mera pomoću kojih država utiče na povećanje obima investicija, rast zaposlenosti i stvaranje privlačnijeg poslovnog ambijenta za domaće i strane ulagače.
Shared and distinct pathways and networks genetically linked to coronary artery disease between human and mouse
Authors: Kurt Zeyneb , Cheng Jenny , McQuillen Caden N. , Saleem Zara , Hsu Neil , Jiang Nuoya , Barrere-Cain Rio , Pan Calvin , Franzen Oscar , Koplev Simon , Wang Susanna , Bjorkegren Johan , Lusis Aldons J. , Blencowe Montgomery , Yang Xia
Published: November 2023

Mouse models have been used extensively to study human coronary artery disease (CAD) or atherosclerosis and to test therapeutic targets. However, whether mouse and human share similar genetic factors and pathogenic mechanisms of atherosclerosis has not been thoroughly investigated in a data-driven manner. We conducted a cross-species comparison study to better understand atherosclerosis pathogenesis between species by leveraging multiomics data. Specifically, we compared genetically driven and thus CAD-causal gene networks and pathways, by using human GWAS of CAD from the CARDIoGRAMplusC4D consortium and mouse GWAS of atherosclerosis from the Hybrid Mouse Diversity Panel (HMDP) followed by integration with functional multiomics human (STARNET and GTEx) and mouse (HMDP) databases. We found that mouse and human shared >75% of CAD causal pathways. Based on network topology, we then predicted key regulatory genes for both the shared pathways and species-specific pathways, which were further validated through the use of single cell data and the latest CAD GWAS. In sum, our results should serve as a much-needed guidance for which human CAD-causal pathways can or cannot be further evaluated for novel CAD therapies using mouse models.
Splicing factor SRSF1 is essential for homing of precursor spermatogonial stem cells in mice
Authors: Sun Longjie , Lv Zheng , Chen Xuexue , Ye Rong , Tian Shuang , Wang Chaofan , Xie Xiaomei , Yan Lu , Yao Xiaohong , Shao Yujing , Cui Sheng , Chen Juan , Liu Jiali
Published: November 2023

Spermatogonial stem cells (SSCs) are essential for continuous spermatogenesis and male fertility. The underlying mechanisms of alternative splicing (AS) in mouse SSCs are still largely unclear. We demonstrated that SRSF1 is essential for gene expression and splicing in mouse SSCs. Crosslinking immunoprecipitation and sequencing (CLIP-seq) data revealed that spermatogonia-related genes (e.g.,
Plzf
,
Id4
,
Setdb1, Stra8
,
Tial1
/
Tiar
,
Bcas2
,
Ddx5
,
Srsf10
,
Uhrf1
, and
Bud31
) were bound by SRSF1 in the mouse testes. Specific deletion of
Srsf1
in mouse germ cells impairs homing of precursor SSCs leading to male infertility. Whole-mount staining data showed the absence of germ cells in the testes of adult cKO mice, which indicates Sertoli cell-only syndrome (SCOS) in cKO mice. The expression of spermatogonia-related genes (
Gfra1
,
Pou5f1
,
Plzf
,
Dnd1
,
Stra8
, and
Taf4b
) was significantly reduced in the testes of conditional knockout (cKO) mice. Moreover, multiomics analysis suggests that SRSF1 may affect survival of spermatogonia by directly binding and regulating
Tial1
/
Tiar
expression through AS. In addition, immunoprecipitation mass spectrometry (IP-MS) and co-immunoprecipitation (Co-IP) data showed that SRSF1 interacts with RNA splicing-related proteins (SART1, RBM15, and SRSF10). Collectively, our data reveal the critical role of SRSF1 in spermatogonia survival, which may provide a framework to elucidate the molecular mechanisms of the posttranscriptional network underlying homing of precursor SSCs.
Using synchronized brain rhythms to bias memory-guided decisions
Authors: Stout J. J. , George A. E. , Kim S. , Hallock H. L. , Griffin A. L.
Published: November 2023

Functional interactions between the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus, as revealed by strong oscillatory synchronization in the theta (6-11 Hz) frequency range, correlate with memory-guided decision-making. However, the degree to which this form of long-range synchronization influences memory-guided choice remains unknown. Here, we developed a brain machine interface that initiated trials on T-maze tasks based on the magnitude of prefrontal-hippocampal theta synchronization, then measured choice outcomes. Strong prefrontal-hippocampal theta synchrony was found to bias correct choices on both working memory dependent and cued-response tasks. Prefrontal-thalamic neural interactions increased with prefrontal-hippocampal synchrony and optogenetic activation of the ventral midline thalamus entrained prefrontal neural activity and prefrontal-hippocampal theta synchrony. Together, our results show that prefrontal-hippocampal theta synchronization leads to correct choices and strengthens prefrontal-thalamic dialogue. Our findings reveal new insights into the neural circuit dynamics underlying memory-guided choices and highlight a promising technique to potentiate cognitive processes or behavior via brain machine interfacing.
Morphological Variations of the Tricipital Aponeurosis and Its Clinical Significance: A Cross-sectional Cadaveric Study
Authors: Anisha B , Syamly S , Uma SV
Published: November 2023

Introduction: The radial nerve is commonly injured during posterior approach humerus surgeries, making it crucial for surgeons to identify and preserve the nerve. The tricipital aponeurosis (TA) serves as a reliable landmark for identifying the radial nerve during these procedures. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the different shapes and patterns of the TA and their relationship with the radial nerve, as well as their clinical significance. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional observational cadaveric study was conducted in the Department of Anatomy, Dr. Chandramma Dayanand Sagar Institute of Medical Education and Research (CDSIMER), a unit of Dayanand Sagar University (DSU), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, from January 2022 to April 2022. A total of 40 arms from 20 adult cadavers obtained from CDSIMER were examined. The TA was assessed to record variations in its shape and classified accordingly. The distance of the radial nerve from the point of confluence was measured for different types. Vernier calipers were used for all measurements. The collected data was analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 16.0, and paired two-tailed Student's t-test was performed. Results: The classical type A was observed in 32 (80%) of the specimens. The mean distance of the radial nerve from the point of confluence of the TA was 30.58±4.29 mm on the right side and 31.27±4.48 mm on the left side, with a p-value of 0.621. Conclusion: Knowledge of the different shapes of the TA and its distance from the radial nerve can assist surgeons in creating a safe zone during various procedures, thereby preventing radial nerve injuries.
Enhancing Wheat Nitrogen and Protein Content in Agroforestry Systems for Climate-Resilience and Food Security
Authors: Karada Makhan Singh , Singh Yashpal , Mishra Riya , Singh Bipin Kumar , Agnihotri Dheer , Singh Deepak , Yadav Niraj Kumar
Published: November 2023

This research was conducted at the Forestry Research Farm of Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, during the consecutive Rabi seasons of 2021-22. The study employed a double split plot design with three factors: land use systems (S1- open system and S2- agroforestry system), sowing dates (D1- 12 Nov, D2- 27 Nov, D3- 12 Dec), and wheat varieties (V1 - MP-3336 and V2 - GW-322). Each experimental treatment was meticulously replicated three times to ensure robust statistical analysis. Estimating nitrogen and protein content in wheat is crucial for nutrition, quality control, pricing and crop management. Therefore the objective of the study was to estimate nitrogen and protein content in grains of wheat under open and Pongamia Pinnata based agroforestry system. Nitrogen content in wheat grains was quantified using Modified Kjeldahl Method, and subsequently, protein content was calculated based on the determined nitrogen levels. The outcomes of this investigation consistently revealed that the open system consistently exhibited higher levels of nitrogen and protein content when compared to the agroforestry system. Furthermore, earlier sowing dates, particularly D1, contributed to increased nitrogen and protein content, although statistical significance was not achieved. Substantial varietal differences were observed, with MP-3336 consistently outperforming GW-322 in terms of nitrogen and protein content. These findings emphasize the critical role of land use strategies, sowing timing and wheat variety selection in augmenting the nitrogen and protein content of wheat crops, thereby making significant contributions to sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing food quality in regions reliant on wheat production.
One‐Pot Synthesis of Substituted Benzoxazoles Using Aminophenols and α‐Diazoesters via Annulation of Amide Intermediate Using Co2(CO)8 as a Solid Carbonyl Source
Authors: Ahmad Khan Hilal , Sarkar Sulekha , M Shobana , Sivasankar Chinnappan
Published: November 2023

Synthesis of benzoxazoles via amide formation from amino phenols and α‐diazoesters using dicobalt octacarbonyl as a solid CO source is reported. Our methodology provides a strategy for synthesizing substituted benzoxazoles with methylene linker between the benzoxazole and aromatic ring systems. Substrates with different substituents were employed to produce corresponding benzoxazoles. The synthesized compounds were characterized by using standard spectroscopic and analytical techniques including single crystal XRD studies.
Normal joint range of motion in children with Down syndrome
Authors: Jones Jordan T. , Talib Nasreen , Cramer Emily , Gasparovich Meg E. , Schroeder Elizabeth N. , McLaughlin Matthew , Kitchen Jacqueline
Published: November 2023

Down syndrome (DS) is one of the most common chromosomal conditions that results in intellectual disability. Children with DS have many different inflammatory and noninflammatory conditions that can affect joint mobility leading to arthralgia and altered joint range of motion (ROM), and it is important to have normal reference values for comparison to determine the degree of impairment. The objective of this study was to establish normative joint ROM values, using a standardized measurement approach, for upper and lower joints of healthy children of both genders with DS. This study evaluated joint ROM in healthy males and females with DS who had no previous musculoskeletal pathology. Younger males have more ROM than females at the same age and both genders lose ROM with age but continue to have increased ROM in the ankles compared to children without DS. This study establishes optimal estimates of joint ROM in children with DS, and this information should be helpful to clinicians when assessment requires evaluation of joint ROM to know if evaluation falls within the normal ROM. This reference should be helpful to track joint disease progression over time or as part of a musculoskeletal screen for abnormal joint ROM in children with DS.