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Effect of black garlic (Allium sativum) on gonadosomatic index, follicle-stimulating hormone level and spermatozoa quality: A study in monosodium glutamate-exposed rat model
Authors: Bani Ika I. , Zulkarnain Zulkarnain , Gholib Gholib , Syahrizal Dedy , Nugraha Taufiq P. , Ramadhan Akmal , Akmal Muslim , Maulina Nora
Published: July 2024

Infertility rates have risen significantly, one of which is due to monosodium glutamate (MSG) consumption. Recent studies have shown that flavonoids in black garlic (Allium sativum) act as antioxidants. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of black garlic extract (BGE) on gonadosomatic index, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels, and spermatozoa quality in rats exposed to MSG. Twenty-five healthy rats, aged ten to twelve weeks, were divided equally into five experimental groups: (1) negative control (NC), no intervention; (2) positive control (PC), fed with MSG 8 mg/kg; and (3) fed with MSG + BGE 200 mg/kg; (4) fed with MSG + BGE 400 mg/kg; and (5) fed with MSG + BGE 600 mg/kg. Oral MSG was administered once a day for two weeks before BGE administration was started for two weeks. The measured endpoints were gonadosomatic index, FSH levels, and spermatozoa concentration and quality (spermatozoa motility and abnormality). Analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Duncan's post hoc analysis was used to assess the measurement differences. The result suggested that the administration of BGE did not significantly affect the gonadosomatic index (p=0.513). Significant decreases in FSH levels (p=0.005) and spermatozoa concentration were observed in the PC group compared to other groups (p<0.001). Additionally, spermatozoa motility was significantly lower in the PC group compared to NC, BGE200, BGE400, and BGE600 (p<0.001), with higher motility noted in BGE200, BGE400, and BGE600 compared to PC (p<0.001). Furthermore, PC had significantly higher spermatozoa abnormalities compared to NC, BGE200, BGE400, and BGE600 (p<0.001). In conclusion, administration of BGE had a significant effect on the improvement of FSH levels and the quality of spermatozoa in rats exposed to MSG.
Measurement and Comparison of Poverty in Abhujmadiya Tribe: Income-based and Deprivation-based Poverty Approach
Authors: Chandra Kapil Kumar , Sonekar B. L.
Published: July 2024

The present paper is attempted to measure and compare the difference and discrepancy between the income-based and deprivation-based poverty measurement in poverty of Abhujmadiya tribes of Chhattisgarh. Two international poverty measurement approach is considered for poverty measurement of Abhujmadiya tribes, first income-based measurement developed by World Bank and second, Multidimensional Poverty Index developed by United Nation Development Program (UNDP). Research study is based on primary data of 80 household collected from 8 village of 2 block of Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh State. Results shows that 90% Abhujmadiya peoples are poor in income-based poverty whereas, 48.43% Abhujmadiya peoples are poor in deprivation-based poverty measurement. A difference of 41.57% is found in the measurement of poverty by both the poverty measurement approach and this discrepancy is more in income-based poverty as compare to multidimensional poverty measurement. The study also reveals that health facilities, year of schooling, cooking fuel, sanitation and housing conditions are the major contributor in the poverty of Abhujmadiya Tribes.
छत्तीसगढ राज्य में सार्वजनिक ब्यय का स्वास्थ्य पर प्रभाव का अध्ययन
Authors: सेठी अर्चना , डडसेना मेघा
Published: July 2024

कुल सार्वजनिक व्यय में स्वास्थ्य पर व्यय के प्रतिशत में उतार-चढ़़ाव की प्रवृत्ति देखने को मिलती है एवं अध्ययन अवधि के अंत में दोनो मेें सकल राज्य घरेलु उत्पाद (जी.एस.डी.पी.) तथा कुल सार्वजनिक व्यय में वृद्वि हो रही है। है। जिसमें वर्ष 2001-02 में ळैक्च् में 25846.2 करोड़ रूपये हैै। राज्य में कुल सार्वजनिक व्यय 5471.5 करोड़ रूपये किया गया। सकल राज्य घरेलू उत्पाद के प्रतिशत के रुप में सार्वजनिक व्यय सर्वाधिक 26.1 प्रतिशत 2018.19 में है एवं सबसे कम 2015.16 में 19.5 प्रतिशत है एवं अध्ययन अवधि के अंत में दोनो मेें सकल राज्य घरेलु उत्पाद (जी.एस.डी.पी.) तथा कुल सार्वजनिक व्यय में वृद्वि हो रही है। सकल राज्य घरेलु उत्पाद में औसत वार्शिक वृद्वि दर सर्वाधिक 32.4 प्रतिशत 2012.13 में ह एवं सबसे कम वृद्वि 2016.17 में 1.9 प्रतिशत है। सार्वजनिक ब्यय में औसत वार्शिक वृद्वि दर सर्वाधिक 26.8 प्रतिशत 2006.07 में एवं सबसे कम 2020.21 में .3.6 प्रतिशत है। कुल सार्वजनिक व्यय एवं शिशु मृत्यु दर के बीच उच्च स्तर का ऋणात्मक सहसंबंध गुणांक.0.925 एवं कुल सार्वजनिक व्यय एवं मातृत्व मृत्यु दर के बीच उच्च स्तर का ऋणात्मक सहसंबंध गुणांक . 0.941 हैं। जिससे स्पष्ट है कि कुल सार्वजनिक व्यय का स्वास्थ्य के घटकों पर सार्थक प्रभाव पड रहा है।
Authorship pattern and Degree of collaboration in the field of Diabetes Research output in India: A Scientometric analysis
Authors: Patel Mahendra Kumar , Verma Maya
Published: July 2024

Diabetes is one of the most prevalent diseases in India and has been a major cause of concern for many years. It is important to measure the author productivity of diabetes research in India. This paper will explore the trends in author productivity related to diabetes research in India over the past few years. This study focused on analyzing Diabetic research published via Web of Science (2018-2020). The results show that a total of 9185 papers were published. The year 2017 had the greatest number of publications, with 745 total documents. The analysis reveals that Journal articles constituted 8577 (93.381%) of total documents of source, followed by Website 406 (4.420%), Books 151 (1.644%), and respectively. Among all authors, V Mohan has published 164 outputs from Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai, followed by A Misra with 89 outputs in the field of diabetes research. The degree of collaboration is found to be 0.918 from 1938 to 2020 and found multiauthor dominating. The result of this study found that Indian authors contributed more articles on diabetes research and should be encouraged to contribute further works in this field.
THE OPERATION DESERT STORM AND THE PATRIOT MISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEM [3] -THE CRITERIA ON THE PATRIOT’S SUCCESS
Authors: Jeong Yeuncheol
Published: July 2024

Raytheon, the manufacturer of the Patriot, suggested the following criteria of the Patriot’s success such as 1.” duded”, 2.” damaged”, 3.” diverted”, and 4.” intercepted”. However, what is considered to be the success of the Patriot is not easy to establish, raising a question on the fundamental effectiveness of the Patriot defense system.
ASSESSMENT OF PHYSICOCHEMICAL PARAMETERS AND METAL CONTAMINATION IN SEDIMENTS OF THE PERI-URBAN AMAGBA-OKOROMA RIVER, BENIN CITY, NIGERIA.
Authors: Ikhuoriah S. O. , Igheghe V. C.
Published: July 2024

The key role of sediments in aquatic systems is widely known, sediments are frequently neglected as a factor in the evaluation of water quality assessment. This study assessed the sediment quality of the Peri-urban Amagba-Okoroma River, Benin City, Nigeria, emphasizing physicochemical parameters and heavy metal contamination. Three sites (Upstream site 1, Midstream site 2 and Downstream site 3) were studied and river sediments were collected from each of these sites using Van veen grab. The sediments were collected three times each in the month of March and July, 2023. The results revealed temperature (25.67°C-26°C), slightly alkaline pH (7.55-7.68), and low electrical conductivity (49.33µS/cm-54.67µS/cm). Heavy metals evaluated were all within threshold/probable effect level guideline: Cd (0.09-0.10 mg/kg), Cr (5.61-6.10mg/kg), Cu (18.62-19.90mg/kg), Pb (0.33t-0.37mg/kg), and Zn (32.47-35.01mg/kg). However, Cu slightly exceeded thresholds-effect level limits at midstream site 2 and downstream site 3, indicating localized pollution sources. Principal component analysis and cluster analysis identified significant correlations between Cd-Cr and Cu-Zn, suggesting shared pollution sources likely from industrial or agricultural runoff. Cluster analysis reveal that sites 2 and 3 are more similar compare to site 1 (upstream). The heavy metal pollution indices collectively indicated no sediment contamination across the sites. Geo-accumulation index values for Cd, Cr, Cu, Pb, and Zn suggested unpolluted conditions across all sampling sites. Contamination factor values corroborated these findings, indicating low contamination levels for all metals. Contamination degree values further confirmed the sediment's low degree of contamination, aligning with Pollution load index values, indicating non-pollution. This study underscores the significance of regular monitoring and targeted mitigation efforts to sustain the ecological health of the river ecosystem amidst potential anthropogenic pressures.
Perancangan UI/UX Pada Aplikasi PawsCare Menggunakan Metode Design Thinking
Authors: Bautista Christian , Putri Agnes Anastasia , Lin Valen Julyo Armando Davincy , Shela Shela , Saputra Chandra , Pribadi Muhammad Rizky
Published: July 2024

PawsCare adalah aplikasi inovatif yang dirancang khusus untuk membantu pemilik anjing dalam merawat dan menjaga kesehatan hewan peliharaan mereka. Dengan menyediakan platform mobile yang mudah diakses, aplikasi ini dibuat dengan tujuan memberikan informasi lengkap tentang makanan, vaksinasi, perawatan, serta konsultasi dengan dokter hewan profesional. Pendekatan desain menggunakan metode Design Thinking memastikan bahwa antarmuka pengguna dan pengalaman pengguna teroptimalisasi, sehingga PawsCare tidak hanya memberikan solusi praktis tetapi juga pengalaman yang menyenangkan dan memuaskan bagi para pecinta anjing. Dalam aplikasi ini para pengguna dapat dengan mudah mengoperasikan berbagai fitur maupun menu yang ada berkat metode yang telah digunakan. Sehingga dapat dikatakan aplikasi ini merupakan suatu terobosan baru untuk para pecinta anjing yang dapat membantu pemilik anjing untuk melakukan berbagai kegiatan untuk hewan kesayangannya, mulai dari konsultasi dengan dokter hewan, memberi kebutuhan untuk anjing, dan dapat digunakan untuk melakukan reservasi online.
Perancangan UI/UX Pada Aplikasi Mobilindo Menggunakan Design Thinking
Authors: Wijaya Daniel , Saputra Edika Nelson , Wilcent Wilcent , Hendrawan Malvin , Saputra Adi , Pribadi Muhammad Rizky
Published: July 2024

Sebuah studi yang mengadopsi pemikiran desain untuk mewujudkan antarmuka pengguna (UI) yang menarik secara visual dan memperkaya pengalaman pengguna (UX) untuk aplikasi pembelian mobil bertema "Mobilindo". Perjalanan kami melalui berbagai tahapan pemikiran desain membawa kami ke dalam jurang terdalam kebutuhan, keinginan, dan tantangan pengguna saat mereka mengarungi keruhnya proses pembelian mobil. Kami memulai dengan empati: wawancara dan observasi selama fase ini memberikan wawasan tentang calon pengguna dan konteks aplikasi mereka. Beralih ke definisi, kami memaparkan masalah yang ada serta kebutuhan pengguna; ini akan menjadi bintang utara kami selama upaya desain.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF GENE POLYMORPHISM OF SOME PRO- AND ANTIINFLAMMATORY CYTOKINES IN PATIENTS WITH SEVERE ULCERATIVE COLITIS
Authors: Zhilin I. V. , Chashkova E. Yu. , Zhilina А. А. , Gorbunov V. V.
Published: July 2024

The objective of the study was too study the polymorphism of TNFa(rs1800629), IL10(1800871, 1800896) ITGA4(rs1143674, rs1449263), ITGB7(rs11574532) genes in patients with severe ulcerative colitis (UC)

Materials and methods. The study included 70 people with UC who lived in the Irkutsk region, the Republic of Buryatia and the Zabaikalsky krai. Patients were divided into two groups: patients receiving genetically engineered biological therapy (GIBT; n = 22) and patients receiving basic therapy (n=48). The control consisted of 115 healthy volunteers. The genotypes were studied by real-time PCR. For statistical processing, we used the criterion χ2, the odds ratio (OR), binary logistic regression analysis with the calculation of 95% confidence interval (CI) using the program "IBM SPSS Statistics Version 25.0".

Results. Homozygotes of ITGA4(rs1449263)GG had 2.5 times higher chances of developing the disease than carriers of other polymorphic variants (OR = 2,580; 95% CI: 1,129-5,898; χ2 = 5,266; p = 0,022). Patients with extracellular manifestations (ECM) were 3 times more likely to receive GIBT (OR = 3,000; 95% CI: 0,982-9,167; χ2 = 3,878; p = 0,049). IL10 media(1800896)AA prevailed in the group of patients receiving basic therapy (OR = 0,282; 95% CI: 0,089-0,890; χ2 = 5,473; p = 0,020). Subjects with the homozygous variant of ITGA4(rs1143674)CC were 3.5 times more likely to have indications for the administration of GIBT (OR = 3,536; 95% CI: 1,077-11,603; χ2 = 4,576; p = 0,033). The results of binary logistic regression demonstrated that the homozygous genotype of ITGA4(rs1143674)CC and extraintestinal manifestations of the disease were predictors for an unfavorable prognosis of UC accompanied by the GIBT administration.

Conclusion. The association of the debut of the disease, smoking, polymorphic variants TNFa(rs1800629), IL10(1800871), ITGB7(rs11574532) with the UC development and clinical manifestations was not revealed. The disease developed 2,5 times faster in homozygote ITGA4(rs1449263)GG than in other genotype carriers. Subjects with polymorphic variant IL10(1800896)AA prevailed in the group of patients with basic therapy. In addition to the previously known extraintestinal manifestations of the disease, the ITGA4 genotype (rs1143674) CC can act as a risk factor for the development of severe UC, requiring the GIBT administration.
ACUTE KIDNEY INJURI OF PATIENTS WITH ACUTE MIOCARD INFARCTION
Authors: Korostelev A. S. , Potapov A. P. , Ivanova A. A. , Hudaynazarova К. А. , Bulatov A. V. , Silina N. N. , Zakharov P. I. , Ievleva T. V.
Published: July 2024

Aim of research – the comparative analysis of the frequency and the identification of factors for the development of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients with myocardial infarction (MI) with and without the formation of pathologic Q-tooth.

Material and methods. The total of 134 patients were studied and divided into 2 groups: Group 1 – patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) MI with pathologic Q tooth formation (n = 29); Group 2 – CHD MI patients without Q tooth formation (n = 105). Inclusion criteria are first-ever MI, age older than 18 years, increase in serum creatinine level above 26.5 μmol/l within 48 hours and decrease in diuresis less than 0,5 ml/ kg/h, informed voluntary consent for participation in the study. Exclusion criteria are terminal chronic renal failure, age under 18 years, chronic heart failure with left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) below 40%, MI anamnesis, refusal to participate in the study.

Results. Among 134 patients with MI, signs of AKI were detected in 40 (29,9%) patients. In group 1, the mean value of glomerular filtration rate (GFR) was 41,0 ± 8,2, in group 2 it was 73,2 ± 13,9 ml/min/1,73m2. Signs of AKI in group 1 were observed in 20 (69,0%) patients, in group 2 in 20 (19,0%) patients. The comparative analysis of the study groups revealed that group 1 patients, compared to group 2 patients, had higher body mass index (BMI)(p < 0,001), more often concomitant chronic kidney disease (CKD) was observed (p < 0,001), lower hemoglobin level was typical (p < 0,001), and arterial hypotension was noted at prehospital stage (p = 0,034). In addition, group 1 patients were more likely to develop complications such as bleeding at the site of arterial puncture during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) (p < 0,046), pulmonary edema (p < 0,001) and cardiogenic shock (CS) (p < 0,001). The length of stay of group 1 patients in the Intensive Therapy and Resuscitation Department was 11,5 ± 3,6 bed days, group 2 was 9,6 ± 3,9 bed days (p < 0,019), and 8 (27,6%) patients and 1 (1,1%) died, respectively (p < 0,001).

Conclusion. Early signs of AKI were detected in 29,9% of patients with MI; this condition was more frequent in the group of patients with MI who had a formed pathologic Q wave (69%). High BMI (p = 0,02), increased blood levels of HDL (p < 0,006) and total cholesterol (p < 0,001), decreased blood hemoglobin (p = 0,001), arterial hypotension (p = 0,013) and initial CKD (p < 0,001) were the factors contributing to the development of AKI.
PROGNOSTIC FACTORS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SEPSIS IN POSTPARTUM WOMEN WHO HAVE SUFFERED CRITICAL OBSTETRICAL CONDITIONS
Authors: Lazareva O. V. , Shifman E. M. , Barinov S. V. , Shkabatnya L. L. , Tolkach A. B. , Tirskaya Y. I. , Kadtsyna T. V. , Pukha A. E. , Chulovskij J. I.
Published: July 2024

The aim of the research. To identify prognostic factors for the development of sepsis in postpartum women who have suffered critical obstetric conditions (CAC).

Materials and methods. We retrospectively examined 39 postpartum women after CAC, who were divided into groups: A – main group, with advanced sepsis (n = 18), B – control group without sepsis (n = 21). An analysis of clinical data upon admission was carried out. The results were processed using Statistica 12.0, Microsoft Excel and in the R environment.

Results. Statistically significantly more often, patients in the main group gave birth before the 34th week of pregnancy, p = 0.04. About 50% of the subjects gave birth in first-level maternity facility. Preeclampsia and obstetric hemorrhage were the main causes of CAC development. Hemorrhagic shock occurred in 84,6% of subjects. All women underwent total hysterectomy. Sepsis developed on day 9 (4; 9) after delivery. It was shown that the chance of developing obstetric sepsis is 28 times more often in the case of artifical ventilation and at AVPU, 10 times – in case of adult respiratory distress syndrom, 7 times – in case of developed kidney failure, 6 times – in case of cerebral edema. When assessing the condition of postpartum women using the integral scales APACHE II, APACHE III, SOFA, NEWS2, a statistically significant OR in the development of sepsis remains only for the NEWS2 index; with a score of 4 points, the resulting model predicts the development of sepsis. The risk of developing obstetric sepsis is associated with MNO ≥ 1,13, CVP ≥ 6 and ASAT ≥ 45; in the presence of at least one of these factors, it increases by 7-8 times in terms of odds ratio (OR).

Conclusion. The risk of developing obstetric sepsis in critical obstetric conditions is associated with the presence of mechanical ventilation and AVPU, adult RDS, renal failure, cerebral edema, a NEWS2 score of 4 or more points, MNO ≥ 1,13, CVP ≥ 6 and ASAT ≥ 45. The effectiveness of the developed prognostic model is: sensitivity – 94,5%, specificity – 90,5%.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE RESULTS OF ELECTRICAL EXPOSURE WHEN INDUCING OSTEOMYELITIS IN RATS BY DIFFERENT TYPES OF PATIENTS
Authors: Ovchinnikov E. N. , Kubrak N. V. , Diuriagina O. V. , Kireeva E. А. , Tushina N. V. , Yushkov B. G.
Published: July 2024

The aim of the research. To study the features of the course of osteomyelitis in rats during the induction of an infectious and inflammatory process by various pathogens under conditions of early and delayed local exposure to direct electric current.

Materials and methods. The study was carried out on 53 Wistar rats, divided into 3 series. In each series, osteomyelitis of the femur was modeled by direct inoculation into the femoral canal of a monobacterial culture (Staphylococcus aureus; MSSA, museum strain, or Pseudomonas aeruginosa, museum strain, or Escherichia coli, museum strain) at a concentration of 1 × 108 CFU and placing an intramedullary metal implant. The animals of each series were divided into 3 groups. In group 1, no additional manipulations were performed with the animals; in groups 2 and 3, the source of infection was exposed to a direct electric current (150 mAm, 1 minute) on days 0, 2, 4 and 6, or on days 7, 9, 11 and 13. The duration of the experiment was 21 days.

Results. All animals had a clinical picture characteristic of osteomyelitis, but the nature, severity and frequency of occurrence of signs of the infectious-inflammatory process in the groups were different.

Conclusion. Exposure to electric current early after infection had the most pronounced antimicrobial effect against P. aeruginosa when exposure began on day 7 after infection. A less pronounced effect of electrical exposure was noted in relation to S.aureus and E.coli when exposure began on the first day after infection.
Pengaruh Gaya Kepemimpinan Kepala Sekolah dan Budaya Organisasi Sekolah terhadap Kinerja Guru
Authors: Maryani Ani , Lian Bukman , Wardarita Ratu
Published: July 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of the principal's leadership style and school organizational culture on teacher performance. The research was conducted at the State Kindergarten in Ogan Ilir Regency. This type of research is descriptive quantitative. The sample in the study was 47 respondents with data collection techniques in the form of a questionnaire (questionnaire). The results showed that: 1) there is an effect of the principal's leadership style on teacher performance, 2) there is an influence of school organizational culture on teacher performance, 3) there is an influence between the principal's leadership style and school organizational culture on teacher performance.
A Dual-Mode Hybrid System Combining Solar Thermal With Pumped Thermal Energy Storage
Authors: McTigue Joshua , Ma Zhiwen
Published: July 2024

A hybrid system that delivers renewable electricity generation and electricity storage capabilities is introduced. This dual-mode hybrid system is based on Pumped Thermal Energy Storage (PTES) which uses a heat pump to convert electricity into thermal energy that is transferred to silica particles which are stored in concrete silos. The stored heat is later converted back to electricity in a heat engine. The heat pump and heat engine use a closed Joule-Brayton cycle and fluidized bed heat exchangers. If the PTES system is co-located with an array of concentrating solar mirrors and a particle receiver, then the silica particles may also be heated up by the concentrating solar power (CSP) system. The PTES heat engine may also be used to convert the stored solar heat into electricity, thereby sharing this system between the PTES and CSP systems and reducing costs. However, this requires careful management of the heat engine off-design parameters. A thermodynamic model is used to evaluate the performance of the dual mode PTES-CSP hybrid system. The model accounts for turbomachinery efficiency, and approach temperature and pressure loss in heat exchangers, as well as other sources of inefficiency, such as motor-generator losses, and air fan power. The hybrid system also requires the evaluation of the turbomachinery efficiency and pressure ratio at off-design conditions since the CSP system operates over different temperature ratios than the Carnot Battery. Several design variables and design modifications are investigated, such as pressure ratios and maximum temperatures.
Thermal Desalination Through Forward Osmosis Coupled With CO2-Mixture Power Cycles for CSP Applications
Authors: Carraretto Igor Matteo , Morosini Ettore , Simonetti Riccardo , Astolfi Marco , Binotti Marco , Manzolini Giampaolo
Published: July 2024

This work, performed in the framework of the H2020 EU project “DESOLINATION”, analyses the coupling between CSP plants using transcritical power cycles with CO2-mixtures and an innovative thermal desalination technique based on Forward Osmosis. Calculations are presented for a large scale CSP plant with central tower receiver and direct storage with solar salts in Dubai, adopting the mixtures CO2+SO2 and CO2+C6F6 in the power cycles. The heat rejected from the cycle condenser is recovered directly by the FO plant, where the draw solute is heated up from 40 °C to 76 °C, to allow for the regeneration of the draw solution used in the forward osmosis membrane. The thermo-responsive polymer adopted is PAGB2000, already considered in literature as a promising option. Results show a very effective synergy between the electricity and the freshwater production: high yearly solar to electric efficiencies are possible (around 19%), with a low freshwater specific thermal consumption (around 100 kWhth/m3). The proposed desalination method is more effective than a conventional MED system (with + 50% of yearly freshwater produced), while a larger solar field (+ 28% in surface area) is necessary for a PV+RO plant to produce annually both the energy and freshwater produced by the CSP+FO plants.
Development & Validation of a Packed Bed Thermal Energy Storage Model
Authors: Martell Javier , McLaughlin Luke , Armijo Kenneth
Published: July 2024

The rapid growth of economies and population around the world have exponentially increased the demand for energy. This demand has invoked increased annual global CO2 emissions and necessitated a transition to clean energy technologies. Reliable and affordable energy storage technologies are paramount for increasing renewable energy penetration onto the grid, supporting periods with reduced or no renewable energy generation. This project is aimed at developing a Thermal Energy Storage (TES) solution that can deliver heat to a heat engine for power production or to an industrial process for prolonged periods. TES long duration energy storage (LDES) presents many potential benefits, including 1) Low Cost 2) scalability 3) high energy density 4) low carbon footprint and 5) resiliency via ability to produce synchronous power (i.e., spinning turbomachinery). The broader objective of this project is to build, test, and model the TES concept at a 2 MWh scale to determine the economic and physics-based practicality of the system. The work presented here describes the first phase objectives of the project, including benchtop scale testing, model development, and Model Validation.
Thermal Energy Storage With Horizontal Thermocline Tank for Sludge Drying Application
Authors: Imponenti Luca , Shininger Ryan , Price Hank , Kattke Kyle
Published: July 2024

Solar thermal technologies can be an attractive option for the decarbonization of process heat applications; in particular, thermal energy storage is a high value proposition for continuous processes that may operate at a range of thermal conditions. A thermal-fluid model is developed to investigate the buoyant flow in a horizontal thermocline storage tank for a sludge-drying application. The process conditions and tank geometry considered are unique compared to the domestic water heating application typically considered in the literature and well suited for parabolic trough collectors. It was found that good separation of hot and cold fluids can be achieved with the long horizontal tank geometry depending on the inlet configuration. Uniform flow distribution along the length of the tank is required to establish a thermocline. Assuming desirable inlet conditions can be achieved, the tank outlet temperature predicted by the thermal-fluid model shows good agreement with the system-level performance model.
Experimental Demonstration of a Solar Powered High Temperature Latent Heat Storage Prototype
Authors: Alemam Asem , Lopez Ferber Nicolas , Malm Tommy , Eveloy Valerie , Calvet Nicolas
Published: July 2024

The challenge of imbalances between renewable energy supply and grid demand underscores the significance of energy storage in microgrids. This research presents an empirical assessment of the operational capabilities of a full-scale Electrical Thermal Energy Storage (ETES) prototype system named Thermal Energy Storage Power On Demand (TES.POD®), in solar-abundant and harsh desert conditions. The system incorporates a high-temperature commercial-scale latent heat thermal energy storage, integrated with a Stirling engine. Over a continuous span of 10 days, from September 26th to October 6th, 2022, the input and output power, as well as the heat transfer fluid temperatures during charging and discharging were monitored to assess the power block and system efficiencies. Results from the experiments reveal that this prototype effectively maintains a near-constant electricity production rate of 10.5 ± 1 kW for a discharge duration of 13 hours. Average cycle efficiency stands at 23%, while power block efficiency reaches 25%. These findings collectively suggest the system's potential for applications involving long duration thermal energy storage.
Integration of Concentrating Solar Power With High Temperature Electrolysis for Hydrogen Production
Authors: Ma Zhiwen , Martinek Janna
Published: July 2024

Hydrogen has been identified as a leading sustainable contender to replace fossil fuels for transportation or electricity generation, and hydrogen generated from renewable sources can be an energy carrier for a carbon-free economy. Several hydrogen production methods are under development or deployment with various technical readiness levels and technoeconomic potentials. This study focuses on integrating concentrating solar thermal power (CSP) with high temperature electrolysis (HTE) using solid oxide electrolysis cells (SOEC). The CSP-HTE integration approach provides the benefits of thermal energy storage for continuous operation, improved capacity, and reduced thermal cycling for improved SOEC life. The CSP-HTE system analysis utilizes a Python-based system modeling program in connection with solar receiver thermal output derived from the NREL System Advisor Model (SAM) software. The system model facilitates component sizing, performance simulation, and evaluation of operation modes on an annual basis for various CSP-HTE configurations including CSP with thermal energy storage (TES). The SOEC operation conditions were simulated to assess component sizing and performance and to derive system capacity factors.
Foundational Learning: Unearthing Key Issues and Redressal
Authors: Chandra Reetu
Published: July 2024

The National Education Policy 2020 in India recognizes the importance of investing in the early years which is the most important indicator of productive and efficient human capital a country must ensure. The policy thus, obligates strong investment in foundational learning with a special focus on the attainment of foundational literacy and numeracy skills among children in their early years. For this, policy lays a roadmap for academic and systemic reforms in mission mode for better planning, designing, and implementation of interventions for foundational learning. Accordingly, the NIPUN Bharat Mission was launched in 2021 with targets to be achieved in five years, i.e. by 2026-27. This paper is a narrative review of the literature with problem-solving approach to spot key issues in foundational learning in India and the remediation being followed. Review suggests issues and mitigation strategies in three areas viz, achieving access to the conducive learning environment, strengthening educational and developmental aspect of learning interventions and bringing systemic reforms as wells as developing convergence mechanism to build the robust administrative structure. Findings and strategies provided in this paper would help stakeholders identify issues beforehand and take action in, timely. This learning would also be useful to the countries having similar geographical, educational, and social constraints who want to or are in the process of designing or implementing such interventions.
Strategies for engaging stakeholders in data governance: Building effective communication and collaboration
Authors: Naomi Chukwurah  , Adebimpe Bolatito Ige  , Courage Idemudia  , Victor Ibukun Adebayo
Published: July 2024

This paper explores strategies for engaging stakeholders, enhancing communication, and fostering collaboration in data governance. It examines the importance of stakeholder engagement and communication channels, such as meetings, digital platforms, and reports, in facilitating collaboration. Lessons learned from successful data governance initiatives underscore the significance of aligning efforts with business objectives and securing executive sponsorship. Practical recommendations include defining clear roles, tailoring communication strategies, and promoting stakeholder participation. Key success factors include leadership support and alignment with organizational culture, while potential pitfalls include resistance to change and inadequate resources. Future research directions include exploring innovative technologies for stakeholder engagement and evaluating the effectiveness of data governance initiatives.
LA PRODUZIONE TESSILE A MOZIA
Authors: Ferrante Nina
Published: July 2024

The textile production in Motya is well attested in various areas of the island throughout the life of the settlement. The research carried out as part of PRINPeMSeaproject, part of a larger study conducted within my PhD, funded by Sapienza University of Rome, on textile production in the Phoenician and Punic area in the western Mediterranean, has brought important new data of this activity in Motya. The study revealed the presence of activities related to all stages of textile production and some fabrics. It was possible to identify on the island, along with the use of the warp-weighted loom, the adoption of so-called ‘tablet weaving’ and dyeing activities to decorate textiles.
RECONSTRUCTION OF ANCIENT CLIMATE AND HUMAN IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AT MOTYA
Authors: Genchi Francesco
Published: July 2024

The paper presents a survey and analysis ofpublished palaeoclimaticdata of the Mediterranean for the1stmillennium BC and in particular of the island of Motya,Western Sicily. Combining the results of studies on climate change intheWestern Mediterranean, sea-level fluctuations and sea temperature in the Sicilian Channel,and the full range of data from palaeobotanical and vegetation analyses,we try to propose a reconstruction of the ancient climate and environment, in consideration of the human impact.
FORGOTTEN EPIGRAPHS, REVEALED HISTORIES: RESHAPING THE NARRATIVE OF PHOENICIAN AND PUNIC WOMEN
Authors: Orquín Rosana Pla
Published: July 2024

The analysis of specific epigraphic evidence, distributed across a wide territory from Upper Mesopotamia (Nimrud) to the central Mediterranean (Carthage, Sardinia) and extending to Egypt (Saqqara, Daphnae), reveals the role played by certain women in broader contexts of social, economic, and political mobility characterizing the Levant and the area of Phoenician and Punic culture diffusion between the 9thand 3rdcenturies BC. By integrating a critical examination of available data with methodological reflections underlying the research, the potential of a renewed multidisciplinary approach in studying Phoenician and Punic women becomes evident.
GIOIELLI DALLA NECROPOLI DI MOZIA
Authors: De Sciscio Ylenia
Published: July 2024

This paper deals with the Phoenician-Punic jewellery found in the archaic necropolis of Motya during the excavations led by J. Whitaker and V. Tusa. Through the analysis of published and unpublished finds preserved in the “Giuseppe Whitaker” Museum in Motya, it was possible to identify and analyze the most attested types of jewels.
SACRED ARCHITECTURE IN MIDDLE AND LATE BRONZE AGE LEVANT
Authors: Ripamonti Cecilia
Published: July 2024

The present paper investigates the transformations of cult areas and rituals in the Levant during the 2ndmillennium BC,offering a summary on the state of research and ponderingonthe integration of indigenous features and external inputs through the observation of sacred architecture.
CULT PLACES AND RITUALS IN MALTA
Authors: Spagnoli Federica , Bonanno Giuliana
Published: July 2024

Religion and cult beliefs in the Maltese islands had been established for millenniafrom the Neolithic Age. The great number of the megalithic temples all over the country testified of astrong and shared religious feeling up to the Bronze Age. At the beginning of the Iron Age and especially with the arrival of the Phoenicians, the echo of this feeling was still strong, as evidenced by the reuse of the Bronze Age megalithic temples of Tas-Silġ in southern Malta, Ras ir-Raħeb on the north-western coast of Malta and Ras il-Wardija on Gozo. The three sacred areas, notwithstanding their particularities and specific features, seem to share some other common issues, as the connection with the sea and the navigation and the relations to their agricultural hinterland
Chronological appendix
Authors: Gallo Elisabetta
Published: July 2024

Chronological Appendix
HATALI SU KULLANIMI VE BİYOÇEŞİTLİLİK KAYBI
Authors: ŞAHİN Üstün
Published: July 2024

"The increase in demand for scarce freshwater resources in Türkiye makes water conservation incredibly important to prevent further spread of water scarcity, which is already experienced in many regions. Deterioration of the characteristics of water basins by settlements, industrial facilities and interventions on vegetation and alteration of water flow paths disrupt the hydrological balance. Excessive water consumption, wastewater and agricultural discharges polluting water bodies, and the destruction of organisms that provide natural filtering in the lakes, wetlands and streams cause significant damage to the ecosystem. Climate change occurring on a global scale also limits the freshwater potential by changing the amount and intensity of precipitation, accelerating the melting of snow, reducing its amount, and also suppresses resource adequacy by increasing evaporation and transpiration. Due to the increasing population and food needs, people’s use of more water than before poses an increasing threat. Considering that millions of other species on earth, including humans, live in habitats containing freshwater resources, it is inevitable that pressures on this scarce resource will reduce biodiversity. In Türkiye, inadequacies in the protection of water basins, decreasing rainfall, increases in flows during flood regimes, pollution of water resources, the need to increase irrigated agricultural areas due to increasing food demand, and irrigation water management problems create biodiversity loss. In order to prevent this, increasing freshwater storage by considering hydrological balances, protecting water quality and developing methods for efficient use of water in agriculture are considered priority issues."
RİZOSFERDE BİYOÇEŞİTLİLİK KAYBI
Authors: DEMİR Semra
Published: July 2024

"A large proportion of various organisms in terrestrial ecosystems are found under the soil and play an important role in ecosystem services. In plant ecosystems, the rhizosphere is a region of rich microbial composition. Agricultural practices holistically require a better understanding of rhizosphere processes that facilitate plant growth and disease suppression. Studying the complex relationship between soil and microorganisms in the rhizosphere is therefore integral to maintaining healthy and highly productive production systems. For this reason, rhizosphere diversity is a term used to understand and analyse the large number of soil-dwelling organisms closest to the soil and significantly influenced by plant roots. Rhizosphere biodiversity has an undeniable role in promoting sustainable biomass production. The influence of the components of rhizosphere biodiversity (root and root secretion microorganisms) is crucial in the fulfilment of these functions. Therefore, the loss of this biodiversity causes negativities in different aspects for natural and agricultural ecosystems. In this review; the components and importance of rhizosphere biodiversity, and the factors that are effective in the loss of rhizosphere biodiversity are evaluated."
BİYOÇEŞİTLİLİK KAVRAMI EKSENİNDE GELENEKSEL VE EKOLOJİK TARIM
Authors: ÇAKMAKÇI Ramazan
Published: July 2024

"Biodiversity is the basis of agriculture and refers to the number, variety and variability of living organisms in a given environment, diversity within species and between ecosystems. Soil biodiversity is an important indicator of soil health and contributes to increased stability and productivity of ecosystems. Agricultural management practices have a major impact on biodiversity. While agriculture depends on biodiversity to maintain, enhance productivity or sustain its existence, also poses a threat to biodiversity due to its dependence on synthetic chemicals in its application and because it supports monocultures. By adopting ecological farming methods, we can improve ecosystem services and promote biodiversity in agricultural areas, especially in terms of plant diversity. Agroecological management effectively improves soil fertility and increases soil biodiversity. Securing crop yield could be achieved through sustainable management of biodiversity and ecosystem services. These agricultural systems are characterized by higher overall species richness, increase agricultural ecosystem functions, differ from monoculture and conventional systems in terms of flora and fauna, are beneficial with higher biodiversity and improved ecosystem functions. Requires the restoration of biodiverse and resilient ecosystems that protect food and nutritional security. Practices and suggestions that indigenous biodiversity has no place in agricultural lands should be abandoned and the ecosystem approach should be taken into consideration, as it is the fundamental component of farm existence."
BİTKİLERDE BİYOÇEŞİTLİLİĞİN GENETİK TEMELLERİ
Authors: HALİLOĞLU Kamil
Published: July 2024

"One of the pillars of biodiversity is genetic diversity. Genetic diversity is essential for the adaptation and evolution of plant species to environmental conditions. Genetic diversity in natural populations enables individuals to respond to climate changes, biotic and abiotic environmental changes, and stresses. Meiosis is one of the most important factors contributing to genetic diversity. Through meiosis, genes from parents form new combinations and produce offspring. In addition, crossing over during meiosis further increases diversity in the offspring. The second major source of biodiversity is mutations. Mutations are hereditary changes that occur in the genome. Mutations can occur naturally or artificially. Another factor observed at high levels in plants is polyploidy. Polyploidy is a condition in which the cells of an organism have more than one pair of (homologous) chromosomes. Another genetic factor in plant biodiversity is transposable elements in the genome. These elements can move to new positions in the genome. Once they have moved, they can affect the function of genes and gene regions in their new locations and create variability."
Prenatal diagnosis, management, and outcomes of urinary tract anomalies
Authors: S Missling Klara , Araji Sarah , S Sullivan Kimberly
Published: July 2024

Congenital urinary tract anomalies are one of the more common defects noted on prenatal ultrasound. There are a variety of anomalies that can occur with a broad spectrum of outcomes with different degrees of severity based on pathologic processes. Ultrasound is the imaging modality utilized to allow visualization of the urinary tract system to diagnose these anomalies. We provide a review of these classifications with imaging and diagnostic recommendations, as well as epidemiology and associated defects. The aim of this review is to bring a clinically relevant and succinct understanding of congenital urinary tract anomalies and considerations for their various pathologies
Socio-Economic Structure, Production Practices, Observations and Suggestions in Nomadic Sheep Production in Ordu province located in Black-Sea Region of Türkiye
Authors: Tozlu Çelik Hilal , Tüfekci Hacer
Published: July 2024

Products obtained from farm animals meet the need for animal protein, which has an important place in human nutrition. In recent years, the demand for the products of small ruminants has been increasing. Products obtained from small ruminants are important in meeting the nutritional needs of the world population. Especially in light of the effect of global warming, small ruminants production has become even more important. Especially considering the production conditions of small ruminants, the nutritional needs of animals are met by grazing in the existing highlands. This study was conducted in Ordu province, located in the Black Sea Region of Türkiye. The Black Sea region, with its coasts and springs, is a region where breeders engage in nomadic animal husbandry. In the study, it was determined that 86.6% of the nomadic sheep breeders are producing Karayaka breed sheep while 13.4% are breeding Karayaka crossbreds. In the study, 47.9% of the breeders who participated in the survey live in the village and 45.1% live in the district. Percent 94.4 of the breeders were male and 5.6% were female. It was determined that 32.4% of the breeders were between the ages of 41-50 and 40.8% were primary school graduates. The rate of those who contribute to their livelihood through husbandry is 57.2%. The rate of those who want to continue small ruminant farming in the future is 82.9%. Additionally, it was determined that the majority of breeders attach importance to record keeping and animal health protection practices. In the enterprises where the study was conducted, difficulties were encountered in supplying feed and finding shepherds, and high feed prices and labor costs were stated as the most common problems. In nomadic sheep breeding, grazing and climate parameters in pastures and plateaus have a significant impact on the nutrition of the animals. Therefore, facilitating the transportation of sheep to pastures and plateaus and the sustainability of these areas will positively affect nomadic sheep breeding.
Bazı Ceviz Çeşitlerinde Meyve ve Kimyasal Özelliklerin Ekolojilere Göre Değişimi
Authors: Bayazit Safder , Çalışkan Oğuzhan , Sütyemez Mehmet
Published: July 2024

Ceviz (Juglans regia L.), dünyada en çok üretilen ve tüketilen sert kabuklu meyve türlerinden biridir. Önemli miktarlarda protein, yağ ve yağ asiti içeriği tüketimini artırmaktadır. Verim, meyvenin fiziksel ve kimyasal özellikleri çeşidin genetik yapısına bağlı olmakla birlikle çevre koşullarından da önemli ölçüde etkilenmektedir. Bu araştırmada 5 ceviz çeşidinde meyve özelliklerinin ekolojilere göre değişimi saptanmıştır. Ortalama meyve ağırlığı en yüksek 77H1 genotipinden (15.84 g), en düşük Tokat 1 çeşidinden (8.78 g) elde edilmiştir. Kabuklu meyve özellikleri ekolojilere göre değişim göstermiş olup, Hatay ve Yalova illerinde en yüksek meyve ağırlığı 77H1 genotipinden (17.89 g; 16.83 g), Kahramanmaraş ilinde ise KR2 (17.60 g) ve Şen 1 (16.67 g) çeşitlerinden elde edilmiştir. Kabuklu ve iç ceviz ağırlığı (14.31 g ve 7.20 g), iç oranı (%51.18), meyve eni, boyu ve yükseklik değerleri Hatay ilinde yüksek bulunurken, bu ilde iç ceviz renklerinin daha koyu olduğu belirlenmiştir. Yağ oranı Kahramanmaraş ve Yalova illerinde (%60.72 ve %61.77) yüksek olurken, ceviz çeşitlerinin protein içeriği Hatay ve Yalova illerinde (%18.33 ve %16.79) yüksek bulunmuştur. Palmitik, Stearik ve Limolenik yağ asitleri Kahramanmaraş ilinde yüksek olurken, Yalova ilinde Linoleik, Hatay ilinde ise Oleic asit oranı yüksek olmuştur. Yağ oranı Kahramamaraş ve Yalova illerinde (%60.72 ve %61.77) yüksek olurken, ceviz çeşitlerinin protein içeriği Hatay ve Yalova illerinde (%18.33 ve %16.79) yüksek olmuştur. Palmitik, Stearik ve Limolenik yağ asitleri Kahramanmaraş ilinde yüksek olurken, Yalova ilinde Linoleik, Hatay ilinde de Oleic asit oranı yüksek olmuştur.