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The National Idea as a Driving Force behind Ideospheric Transformation in Uzbekistan: Exploring its Implications and Impact
Authors: Sobirovich Turdiev Bekhruz
Published: September 2024

The spiritual and educational reforms implemented as part of the Third Renaissance have significantly transformed the societal consciousness and worldview in our country. Central to this transformation is the life-affirming concept of “from national revival to national development,” which has emerged as a key guiding principle in shaping contemporary national identity and aspirations. This article offers an in-depth examination of these transformative reforms, focusing on their role in fostering a renewed sense of national purpose and cultural development. Furthermore, the article investigates the broader implications of these reforms on the collective psyche and cultural ethos of the nation. It delves into how the integration of national ideals into educational curricula and spiritual practices is intended to cultivate a sense of unity, purpose, and moral integrity among citizens. The article also addresses the challenges and successes encountered in this process, providing a comprehensive overview of how these efforts are shaping the future trajectory of the nation. In essence, this article provides a thorough analysis of the role of spiritual and educational reforms in advancing the nation’s collective aspirations, with a particular focus on the impact of nurturing national idea in guiding the youth and reinforcing the core values of society.
Assessment of Industrial Wastewater on Environment and Human Health in Nigeria: Effects and Treatments
Authors: Martins Grace , Mafimisebi Peter
Published: September 2024

This paper aims to examines the environmental and health impacts of untreated industrial wastewater effluents in Nigeria. Industrial wastewater is frequently dumped into the environment in underdeveloped nations such as Nigeria with minimal or no treatment, resulting in serious environmental and health issues. Untreated or improperly treated effluents degrade water bodies by promoting eutrophication and creating circumstances conducive to dangerous microorganisms and toxin-producing cyanobacteria. This poses a risk to relaxation center water users and may result in epidemics of water-borne infections. Furthermore, wastewater frequently contains toxic anthropogenic substances, including those that alter endocrine systems. To counteract these effects, it is critical to develop proper wastewater treatment techniques, follow regulations, and conduct regular monitoring.
Balancing national and universal perspectives: the dialectical dynamics in society’s ideosphere
Authors: Turdiev Bekhruz Sobirovich
Published: September 2024

The article examines the dynamic relationship between nationalism and universalism within the broader context of societal evolution. It argues that both traditions are not static but rather evolve and adapt in response to shifts in social, economic, political, and cultural dimensions. Through a philosophical lens, the piece delves into how these two sets of values-rooted deeply in historical traditions-interact and influence each other in shaping the ideosphere, or the realm of societal ideas and beliefs. The analysis aims to reveal how this dialectical relationship contributes to the ongoing development and transformation of societal values and norms.
Examining the Theoretical Foundations of Sufi Perspectives: An In-Depth Analysis of Ibn Sina's Views
Authors: Shamsutdinova Nigina Karimovna
Published: September 2024

The historical details in the article and the writings of Ibn Sina attest to his interest in Sufi doctrines, his personal acquaintanceship with many of them, and his friendship with some of them. The author claims that Ibn Sina's mystical worldview was greatly influenced by Aristotle's ideas. However, Sufi passion was not something unusual or accidental for the scientist. Due to its universality and scope, it became a model for later scientists and philosophers. During this period, the scientific heritage left by the great sages was a huge scientific treasure for their followers and an important fundamental basis for the development of their views, schools and heritage. The heritage of Al-Kindi, Ibn Majah, Farabi, Ibn Rushd and other thinkers became the property of human culture. One of the most prominent representatives of this school is Abu Ali ibn Sina. In addition to mastering, restoring, and spreading Aristotle's teachings, he was also able to critically perceive and develop them alongside his esteemed predecessors.
Evaluation of Wastewater Suitability for Domestic Purposes in Ajegunle Community, Ogun State, Nigeria
Authors: Mafimisebi Peter
Published: September 2024

The suitability of ten (10) wastewater samples for domestic purposes in Ajegunle community, Yewa South, Ogun State, Nigeria, was assessed. Wastewater samples were collected from one source, abattoirs in the Ajegunle community around the Papalanto environ, Yewa South, Ogun State, Nigeria. These were analyzed for physiochemical property determination. The parameters used for the evaluations include pH, nitrate (NO3), total dissolved solids (TDS), total solids (TS), and electrical conductivity (EC) using WHO (2004) standard guideline procedures. The wastewater samples (AJ1-AJ10) analyzed contained a reasonable degree of contamination, which showed that the wastewater is polluted for domestic purposes in the study area. The results for the wastewater samples indicated that the pH ranged from 5.38 to 7.68, Electrical Conductivity ranged from 741 to 928µs/cm, Total Dissolved Solid ranged from 1153 to 5143 mg/, Total Solid ranged from 1057 to 1725 mg/L, and Nitrate ranged from 4.32-18.1 mg/L. Most of the physiochemical parameter values were above the maximum permissible levels of WHO standards for domestic purposes. It is therefore recommended that wastewater treatment is required to achieve a minimum acceptable level for domestic reuse; public awareness on the dangers inherent in the possible re-use of the wastewater for domestic purposes needs to be carried out.
Influence of AI-generated avatars on consumer trust in the brand
Authors: Nalivaikė Jolanta , Miliukaitė Gabrielė
Published: September 2024

Artificial intelligence is emerging in almost every aspect of consumer life, making AI-powered content generation a significant brand marketing tool. Avatars are one of the AI-powered tools that are changing the way consumers interact with brands. The market for avatars is growing rapidly, so the question of their use in brand marketing is becoming more and more relevant. This paper tries to find out what decisions of avatars created by artificial intelligence allow to influence consumer trust in the brand, and what influence avatars have in creating consumer trust. The article analyzes the theoretical aspects of the use of avatars in creating consumer trust in a brand. It was revealed that avatars create emotional and cognitive trust in users’ subconscious. The visual and audio elements of avatars can be elements of “reassurance” in users’ subconscious, thereby reducing the feeling of uncertainty and ambiguity and shaping perceived familiarity. Emotional and cognitive trust shape consumer experience, brand recognition, brand love and loyalty. Emotional trust in an avatar has a greater impact on consumers’ trust in the brand and thus on their purchase decision. Cognitive trust is related to the avatar’s role as an expert, while emotional trust is built through the avatar’s appeal to the user.
Organisational resilience conceptual model: A systems thinking approach
Authors: Manzini Dumisani , Oosthuizen Rudolph , Chikwanda Hilda
Published: September 2024

With the challenges of the modern age, such as technological advancements (artificial intelligence, data analytics), complexity, and pandemics (COVID-19), resilient organisations must find better ways of surviving and ensuring sustainability. A gap exists in the literature on developing an organisational resilience framework and dimensions measurement model for the service industry aligned to digital transformation drivers. This paper identified organisational resilience components and dimensions to develop a conceptual Causal Loop Diagram (CLD) as a first step to establishing an organisational resilience framework. In this CLD, digital transformation drives environmental disruption that influences an organisation’s stability and resilience. This is influenced by dynamic internal organisational and external environmental changes, amplified by technology, innovation, and customer needs and expectations. With these causal relationships, this initial model may be helpful in practice to assist organisations in making well-informed decisions about their resilience strategy and, therefore, the organisation’s sustainability into the future.
Influence of Noise Equivalent Beta Naught estimation on backscattering image classification of TerraSAR-X
Authors: Hasan Sumaya Falih , Shareef Muntadher Aidi , Jaber Hussein Sabah
Published: September 2024

Noise Equivalent Beta Naught is the different noise influence that beneficence to the radar signal. This type of noise is available in TerraSAR-X satellite images and expressed in forms of scaled polynomial described the noise power. On the other hand, Sigma naught or backscattering coefficient represents the average reflectivity of a horizontal material samples which used to reflect the nature of the land use and land cover in radar images. In this paper, radar satellite images in dual VV and HH polarization were used to study the influence of the noise on backscattering image classification. The result demonstrated that the visual interpretation of sigma naught which is result from the comparison between existence case and absence case (in the other word: with and without noise) of the noise illustrated that there is no different between them. In the other hand, for more details and more precise, an example of small images are used to show the values of obtained backscattering. The result demonstrated that the NEBN plays the main roles in decreasing the values of backscattering coefficient in TSX image. The influence of this noise had usually high in water body surface, because this surface is generally having small backscattering coefficients compared with land cover.
Unilateral radiotherapy for tonsillar cancer with multiple ipsilateral neck lymph nodes
Authors: Kim Tae Hyun , Wu Hong-Gyun , Ahn Soon-Hyun , Jeong Woo-Jin , Cha Wonjae , Eom Keun-Yong
Published: September 2024

Purpose: For tonsillar cancer with multiple ipsilateral neck lymph nodes, the safety and efficacy of unilateral radiotherapy (RT) have long been a topic of debate. We performed retrospective analyses of patients having ipsilateral neck lymph nodes treated with unilateral RT in two tertiary referral hospitals.Material and Methods: This study accrued 29 patients who were diagnosed as well-lateralized tonsillar cancer with multiple ipsilateral neck lymph nodes and underwent unilateral RT from March 2000 to March 2020. Patients underwent treatment with one of the following options or a combination of them: induction chemotherapy, surgery, RT, and concurrent chemoradiotherapy. We analyzed the recurrence pattern and survival with special attention to contralateral neck failure. Also, treatment-related toxicities were compared with a 1:1 matched cohort of those who received bilateral RT, using propensity score matching analysis.Results: At a median follow-up of 68 months, no contralateral neck failure was observed. Five-year actuarial locoregional recurrence-free survival, distant metastasis-free survival, and overall survival were 85.6%, 91.8%, and 92.7%, respectively. Both the acute and chronic grade 2 xerostomia occurred in 10.3% of the patients. When the toxicity for unilateral RT was compared to that of bilateral RT using a propensity score-matched cohort, a significantly lower rate of acute xerostomia was observed in unilateral RT group (55.1% vs. 82.7%, p=0.002), primarily at grade 2 level (10.3% vs. 51.7%, respectively)Conclusion: The results of our study suggest that unilateral RT can be safely performed in well-lateralized tonsillar cancer patients with multiple ipsilateral neck lymph nodes.
Ice age, current climate, habitat availability, and the diversity of European dragonflies and damselflies
Authors: Gómez-Vadillo Monica , Calatayud Joaquín , Alves-Martins Fernanda , Ronquillo Cristina , Hortal Joaquín
Published: September 2024

Several studies show that species richness patterns are determined by current climate and Pleistocene climatic oscillations. Additionally, habitat availability is an important driver of current species diversity, especially in aquatic ecosystems where lentic (standing water) and lotic (running water) habitats play distinct roles in species composition and richness. Odonates, an order of aquatic insects, exhibit distinct adaptive traits in response to climate and to lentic and lotic habitats. In this work, we study the species richness patterns of European odonates and the influence of past climate, current climate, and habitat availability. The study covers 124 species distributed across Europe (excluding Russia and all European islands except Great Britain and Ireland), divided into three groups: Odonata, lentic species, and lotic species. We analyzed their diversity in Northern and Southern Europe, divided according to the 0ºC Isotherm of the Last Glacial Maximum (21,000 years ago), using data on current and Last Glacial Maximum climate (temperature and precipitation), as well as on habitat data from land cover and hydrology GIS maps. Our results suggest that the species richness patterns of dragonflies and damselflies are largely determined by the water-energy balance, with temperature influencing the decline in richness towards the south and precipitation determining the decline towards the north. Past climate oscillations affect species richness in southern and northern Europe. Habitat availability also influences odonate diversity, though to a lesser extent, with a positive correlation between lotic habitat availability and lotic species richness. In contrast, lentic species show a negative correlation with the availability of lentic habitats.
First record of Buninotus Maldonado Capriles and B. palikur Castro-Huertas, Forero & Melo from Brazil, with taxonomic notes (Hemiptera, Reduviidae, Emesinae) and an updated key to the genera of Saicini of the New World
Authors: Gil-Santana Hélcio R. , Oliveira Jader
Published: September 2024

Buninotus Maldonado Capriles, 1981 and Buninotus palikur Castro-Huertas, Forero & Melo, 2022 (Hemiptera, Reduviidae, Emesinae, Saicini) are recorded from Brazil for the first time. Taxonomic notes on Buninotus and its species are provided mainly based on the examination and photographs of the holotype and paratype of Buninotus niger Maldonado Capriles, 1981. Previous doubts on some characteristics of the genus are clarified. A hypothesis suggesting that the holotype and paratype of B. niger may belong to different species is presented. An updated key to the New World genera of Saicini is provided.
Pseudo Corneal Ectasia Due to Corneal Endothelial Disease
Authors: Zaman Michele , Martin Rachel Ann , Johnson Davin
Published: September 2024

Purpose

To describe two patients referred for presumed ectasia after laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) based on increasing myopia and corneal steepening years after LASIK. In both patients, further testing confirmed endothelial disease with central corneal edema as the cause of topographic changes.

Methods

Two patients showing symptoms similar to post-LASIK ectasia were assessed with Scheimpflug imaging (Pentacam; Oculus Optikgeräte GmbH) and subsequently treated with endothelial keratoplasty.

Results

Case 1 was a 66-year-old woman with increasing myopia after LASIK that was initially diagnosed as post-LASIK ectasia. Pentacam imaging revealed central corneal steep-ening with central corneal edema, and the clinical presence of guttata was consistent with Fuch's endothelial dystrophy. Case 2 was a 49-year-old man who also had increasing myopia and corneal steepening after LASIK, but no guttata. Pentacam imaging showed a similar pattern of central corneal swelling. Both patients underwent endothelial keratoplasty with reversal of corneal steepening.

Conclusions

Several conditions can mimic corneal ectasia, necessitating thorough clinical examination and tomography. This report describes two cases of central corneal edema resulting in myopia and corneal steepening that mimicked corneal ectasia.

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Exploring the electrical properties of pressboard and kraft paper insulation in power transformers: A dielectric spectroscopy and principal component analysis approach
Authors: Cherrak Souhaib , Seghier Tahar , Benghia Ali , Machuca Felipe Araya , Mabwe Augustin Mpanda , Goumri-Said Souraya
Published: September 2024

We explored the aging effects on insulating materials used in power transformers through dielectric spectroscopy. Frequency domain spectroscopy (FDS) was conducted for both aged and new Kraft paper and pressboard samples to determine their dielectric properties across a temperature range of 40–100 ℃ for pressboard and 40–70 ℃ for Kraft paper. Principal component analysis (PCA) was employed to classify the data, identify key factors contributing to variance, and elucidate the relationships between different parameters. The analysis revealed positive correlations between conductivity and frequency, as well as between permittivity and tan delta, with distinct differences in behavior observed between aged and new samples at lower frequencies. Additionally, the impact of temperature was evident, with increased temperature leading to an upward shift in dielectric behavior. At lower temperatures, aging had a reduced effect on the materials' properties. These findings provide significant insights into the dielectric behavior and aging mechanisms of insulation materials in power transformers.
Global sensitivity analysis and uncertainty quantification for a mathematical model of dry anaerobic digestion in plug-flow reactors
Authors: Panaro Daniele Bernardo , Trucchia Andrea , Luongo Vincenzo , Mattei Maria Rosaria , Frunzo Luigi
Published: September 2024

In many applications, complex biological phenomena can be reproduced via structured mathematical models, which depend on numerous biotic and abiotic input parameters, whose effect on model outputs can be of paramount importance. The calibration of model parameters is crucial to obtain the best fit between simulated and experimental data. Sensitivity analysis and uncertainty quantification constitute essential tools in the field of biological systems modeling. Despite the significant number of applications of sensitivity analysis in wet anaerobic digestion, there are no examples of global sensitivity analysis for mathematical models describing the dry anaerobic digestion in plug-flow reactors. For the first time, the present study explores the global sensitivity analysis and uncertainty quantification for a plug-flow reactor model. The investigated model accounts for the mass$ / $volume variation that takes place in these systems as a result of solid waste conversion in gaseous value-added compounds. A preliminary screening based on the Morris' method allowed for the definition of three different groups of parameters. A surrogate model was constructed to investigate the relation between input and output parameters without running demanding simulations from scratch. The obtained Sobol' indices allowed to perform the quantitative global sensitivity analysis. Finally, the uncertainty quantification results led to the definition of the probability density function related to the investigated quantity of interest. The study showed that the net methane production is mostly sensitive to the values of the conversion parameter related to the particulate biodegradable volatile solids in acetic acid $ k_1 $ and to the kinetic parameter describing the acetic acid uptake $ k_2 $. The application of these techniques led to helpful information for model calibration and validation.
Bibliometric Analysis of Micro/Nanoplastics
Authors: Yingngam Bancha
Published: September 2024

Micro/nanoplastic pollution is, without a doubt, one of the most acute and daunting environmental problems worldwide. This chapter, therefore, uses a comprehensive bibliometric analysis as the method to present the research status of micro/nanoplastic pollution. With respect to broader aspects, first, the data are collected from the Scopus database. Therefore, advanced bibliometric methodologies are used to detect publication patterns and citation fronts. The results show that the number of publications has tended to increase in recent years, and most of them are about marine problems. Second, according to the thematic analysis of the available publications, the focus should be on thematic areas such as sources of micro/nanopolluction, distribution, ecological damage and determination, and further expansion. Importantly, a few thematic networks are identified, as they are easy to recognize in relation to the problems concerned. Finally, it becomes clear from the analysis that the research is global, not only local, and is almost not limited to one country.
Micro/Nano Plastic Pollution Represents a Significant and Growing Threat to Human Populations Worldwide
Authors: Das Himadri Sekhar , Roymahapatra Gourisankar , Mishra Santanu
Published: September 2024

Micro/nano flexible contamination poses a pervasive warning to worldwide human public. With atoms measuring inferior 5mm, these contaminants permeate ecosystems, contaminating water beginnings, soil, and air. Their ever-present demeanor in food chains raises concerns about potential fitness hazards, containing endocrine turmoil, carcinogenicity, and generative issues. Moreover, their ability to adsorb and transport injurious projectiles for weaponry infuriates their impact. Mitigating this threat demands multidisciplinary works including scientific research, procedure invasions, and public knowledge campaigns. Addressing calculating/nano plastic contamination is principal to conserving human health and maintaining tangible purity on a general scale.
Computational Approaches for Identification of Micro/Nano-Plastic Pollution
Authors: Mathur Kartavya , Sharma Eti , Gaur Nisha , Mittal Shashank , Kumar Shubham
Published: September 2024

The dissemination of miniaturized plastics, both micro- and nano-plastics, athwart diverse ecosystems is an argument of global apprehension. The accretion of these plastics is due to their chemical steadiness. In arrears to their trivial size, frequently identification of miniaturized plastics is very problematic. The foremost approaches for identification of micro- and-nano plastics rely upon their visual inspection through microscopy and chemical analysis. The advent of high-throughput computing has eased the detection of miniaturized plastic pollution. Machine learning and computer vision methods are being readily applied for analyzing microscopy images to identify and classify microplastics. Molecular simulation methods are also being applied for studying the interaction between environment and microplastics. Additionally, remote sensing methods have also been used to collect and analyze suspected locations of microplastic pollution.
Effect of Micro/Nano-Plastics Accumulation on Soil Nutrient Cycling
Authors: Kumari Divya , Janmeda Pracheta , Varshney Nidhi , Pandey Poornima
Published: September 2024

The micro/nanoplastics (M/NPs) have attracted attention from around the world regarding their effects on the environment due to their broad distribution, potential ecological risks, and persistence. M/NPs, which are present in soil, water, and the atmosphere, are minute pieces of both organic and inorganic plastic trash. M/NPs are broadly recognized as a serious global ecological concern because of their widespread use and improper management of waste. The use of M/NPs in agriculture has its origins in different kinds of agricultural management practices, including as composting, mulching, and sewage sludge, affecting soil and plant properties. Polluting substances, notably plastic trash, are beginning to have a significant impact on crucial soil ecosystem activities, such as soil microbial interactions and nitrogen cycling. The goal in presenting the evidence currently available is to show how M/NPs affect soil nutrient cycling by modulating soil nutrient availability, microbial communities that are functional, and soil enzyme activities that may have ecological significance.
Micro/Nano-Plastics Pollution
Authors: Arya Nandini , Kumar Atin
Published: September 2024

Plastic pollution, particularly in the form of microplastics and nanoplastics, has emerged as a significant environmental concern with far-reaching implications. This chapter delves into the origins, characteristics, effects, and identification and methods of removal of these micro/nano plastic particles that are prevailing in our ecosystems. The properties of these plastics make them versatile and widely used materials in the commercial world, but this has led to their extensive production and disposal, contributing to the formation and accumulation of more and more microplastics and nanoplastics in various natural habitats. These smaller plastic fragments, categorized as primary and secondary micro/nano plastic, pose a greater threat to the environment due to their ability to carry harmful substances and disrupt ecosystems. Collaborative efforts among researchers, policymakers, and industries are essential to developing effective strategies for detecting, mitigating, and preventing further plastic pollution.
Global Fintech Regulations for a Resilient Global Financial Ecosystem
Authors: Ben Belgacem Mayssa Ahmed
Published: September 2024

Financial technology is no longer a new paradigm. However, the growth in the Fintech space steadily continues to become a transformative force in the financial world. Therefore, the imperative to regulate its dynamic landscape is crucial. For this reason, Regulators and legislators have taken specific and novel actions to address the possible risks caused by FinTech This chapter covers regulatory objectives, examining the fundamental fintech regulatory pillars while looking at how to strike a balance between financial stability and innovation within a transitional environment. It offers a variety of perspectives, highlighting the critical functions of open banking, digital identification, and regulatory sandboxes. This chapter highlights the value of international collaboration and provides policymakers, business professionals, and academics with a regulatory basis by studying the experiences of different countries. This investigation advances the discussion on striking the best possible balance between innovation and fintech regulation, fostering a robust financial system.
International Cooperation in Fintech Regulation
Authors: Sreevas V. T. K. , Hendra Hendra , Kulkarni Prasad , Pandiya Bhartrihari , Sharma Alok Kumar
Published: September 2024

This chapter emphasizes the imperative of international collaboration in fintech regulation, highlighting challenges and initiatives for global harmonization. In today's interconnected fintech landscape, cohesive regulatory frameworks are vital. Organizations like the Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) play key roles in promoting regulatory harmonization through knowledge exchange and common standards. However, obstacles such as divergent philosophies and legal disparities exist. Moreover, rapid technological advancements complicate regulatory landscapes. Collaborative initiatives like the Global Financial Innovation Network (GFIN) offer promising pathways for convergence. Through sustained dialogue and collective action, regulators can address these challenges, establishing a unified framework essential for nurturing a globally interconnected financial ecosystem.
RETRACTED: Metaverse Banking 2.0
Authors: Ahmad Ahmad Y. A. Bani , Kumar Bhupendra , Sharma Jaideep , Khan Kahkashan , Pramanik Sabyasachi , Gupta Ankur
Published: September 2024

The banking and insurance metaverse is a complex virtual environment built using a number of cutting-edge technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality. It aims to simplify interactions and business procedures within the banking and financial sectors by providing consumers and corporations with engaging and realistic experiences. Users wearing VR glasses may interact via personas with other users and virtual objects in virtual reality environments. Although the information technology community no longer uses it as their preferred word, the banking industry is beginning to pay attention to the metaverse.
Harnessing Marine-Derived Compounds for Cardiovascular Health
Authors: Singh Anushka , Kaur Paranjeet
Published: September 2024

Cardiovascular diseases [CVD] is one of the main cause of death and disability that can be prevented by leading a healthy lifestyle. Bioactive compounds from natural marine sources have gained a lot of interest. Marine sources serve as reservoirs for new bioactive metabolites with various pharmacological activities. Innumerable products derived from marine sources have been widely used across the globe by traditional practitioners for thousands of years. Marine pharmacology has been reviewed extensively in the past all over the world as well as India, but still there is a need to review the potential of the oceans as sources for the development of new drugs, considering the advantage of their abundance in natural and large scale production. The marine derived compounds such as Omega 3 acid ethyl ester, Xyloketal B, Asperlin, Saringosterol, chitooligosaccarides, Phlorotannins, Alginate oligosaccharides, Astaxanthin, Fucoxanthin, Zeaxanthin, Alginate, Carrageenan, Fuciodan, Phloroglucinol, Arachidonic acid, Lycopene, Saponins, Deep sea water, Terpenes, Sponge extract, Ulvan, Chitosan showed promosing results in several CVD's. Marine molecules show unique structural features and exhibit various types of biological activities. Marine natural drugs depict a high safety profile, wide range of biological activities and natural origin. They are novel over synthetic drugs for the minimization of adverse effects in CVD's and associated complications. They are preferable to other products due to their low toxicity, chemical variety, economic effectiveness and demonstrated therapeutic promise.
Astaxanthin (ASX) Nanoparticles Targeted Delivery to Cancer (Caco-2) Cell Lines Approach of Marine Metabolites Anticancer Activity
Authors: Shaikh Zuber Peermohammed , Bhise Satish Balkrishna
Published: September 2024

In present study, Polyvinylpyrollidone(PVP)/Chitosan microencapsulation method was developed to create ASX-loaded-NPs for the better delivery and release control of ASX(Astaxanthin). The best performing encapsulation results (loading efficiency of 98.10±0.29%) were obtained at a ASX:PVP/Chitosan ratio of 1:1. The ASX-PVP/Chitosan-NPs provided protection for the ASX to improve its stability as well as bioavailability. Both the MTT assay and the evaluation of the intracellular ROS levels showed that the ASX-PVP/Chitosan-NPs enhanced the transport of ASX into Caco-2 cells, which was pro-oxidative in cells under oxidative stress and could induce more cell death. Potentially, the ASX-PVP-NPs could be used to promote ROS-triggered apoptosis in cancer cells to serve as a targeted cancer treatment. The objectives of this work were two-fold: (1) to encapsulate ASX in PVP passivated ASX-PVP/Chitosan-NPs to improve the solubility and stability of ASX and (2) to characterize effects of ASX-PVP-NPs on H2O2-induced cell damage and cell death in Caco-2 cells.
Establishment of DRIS standards and sufficiency range for ‘nanica’ banana trees in Vale do Ribeira
Authors: Oliveira Cibelle Tamiris de , Rozane Danilo Eduardo , Deus José Aridiano Lima de , Lima Juliana Domingues , Lopes Marcelo Domingos Chamma , Souza Wilson José Oliveira de
Published: September 2024

For a banana tree to reach its productive potential, plants must be nutritionally balanced. Therefore, it is important to use methods that diagnose the nutritional status of plants through chemical leaf analysis, considering the relationships between nutrients and taking advantage of productivity and nutritional monitoring data from orchards. This study aimed to establish norms and ranges of nutrient sufficiency for ‘Nanica’ banana trees in Vale do Ribeira, São Paulo state, using the Diagnosis and Recommendation Integrated System (DRIS) method. Productivity data and chemical analysis of the leaf tissue of 291 commercial plots of Nanica banana trees, collected between 2015 and 2020 in Vale do Ribeira, were used. The DRIS method was used to establish norms and sufficiency ranges for N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S, B, Cu, Fe, Mn, and Zn. Fruit yield did not correlate with the average nutritional balance index (NBIa), indicating that its variation was affected by non-nutritional factors. The contents of K, Ca, Mg, S, B, Cu, Fe, Mn, and Zn showed high correlations with their respective nutritional indices. The sufficiency ranges and adequate nutrient contents differed from the values established for bananas in the literature.
Analysis of the cultivation of canola hybrids at different sowing dates
Authors: Oliveira Marília Boff de , Pogorzelski Eduarda da Silva , Pfeifemberg Renan , Knies Alberto Eduardo , Oliveira Zanandra Boff de , Santos Maicon Sérgio Nascimento dos , Zabot Giovani Leone , Tres Marcus Vinícius
Published: September 2024

Rich in oil and protein, canola is a significantly promising crop and is widely explored as an alternative to grain cultivation in the winter period. Recently, canola oil has been largely consumed due to a variety of health benefits and low production costs. Nonetheless, impasses such as determining the correct sowing date and optimizing harvesting methods make it difficult to expand cultivation. Accordingly, the purpose of the study was to evaluate the performance of two canola hybrids on three sowing dates and distinct harvesting procedures. The study was conducted in Cachoeira do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, on three sowing dates (2019, 2020, and 2021), with two hybrids (Hyola 433 and Hyola 575 CL). The methods of direct harvesting, direct harvesting with the application of adjuvant, cut-row, and cut-row with the application of adjuvant were evaluated. The main yield components were determined, in addition to biochemical parameters, such as oil and protein content and determination of oil quality (acid, peroxide, iodine, extinction, and saponification indices). Appropriately, this study indicated that canola is significantly sensitive to climatic conditions, mainly to temperature and sowing time, reducing grain and biomass yield in late sowing and resulting in serious harvest losses. Oil and grain protein contents were affected by climatic conditions. Nevertheless, the protein content was not affected by late sowing. Canola oil presented significant chemical conditions, with a correlation between the crops with higher oil yield and better oil quality.
Pineapple growth and development modeling based on nitrogen rate and planting density
Authors: Silva Paula Patrícia Oliveira da , Maia Victor Martins , Pegoraro Rodinei Facco , Oliveira Fernanda
Published: September 2024

Plant growth models, derived from reliable databases, enable development of software for recommending cultural practices, harvest predictions, and enhancing productivity. This study aimed to create, refine, and simulate reference models for pineapple growth and development, adapting them based on nitrogen supply per plant and plant density per hectare. We utilized a field test database with periodic assessments of root, stem, leaf, fruit, and stem diameter fresh and dry weight, along with climate data from meteorological stations in or near the experimental areas. These growth models were developed, considering significant correlations and high correlation coefficients, using both simple non-destructive (stem diameter) and destructive (fresh or dry weight of D leaf) plant evaluations, either separately or in combination. The resulting models can provide estimated predictions for pineapple growth, adaptable to varying plant populations and nitrogen fertilization rates (measured in grams of N per plant)
Field management of yellow melon (Cucumis melo L.) with silicon sources
Authors: Porcino Mirelly Miguel , Oliveira Valdeir   de Souza , Silva Edcarlos  Camilo da , Nunes Maria Silvana , Tico Bárbara Moura , Holanda Guilherme Chaves de , Souza Mileny dos Santos de , Nascimento Luciana  Cordeiro do
Published: September 2024

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of silicon and acibenzolar-S-methyl sources on the development of yellow melon (Cucumis melo L.) in the field and the occurrence of diseases in different years. The treatments consisted ofthe silicon sources Agrosilício® (3 g L−1), Rocksil® (3 g L−1), and Chelal® Si (2 L 100 L−1), the additional treatments acibenzolar-S-methyl (ASM) (2 mM) and the fungicide thiabendazole (400 mL 100 L−1), and a control (sterile distilled water). The following characteristics were evaluated: natural incidence of diseases; gas exchange: CO2 assimilation rate, transpiration, stomatal conductance, internal CO2 concentration, water use efficiency, instantaneous water use efficiency, and carboxylation; postharvest aspects: fruit weight, pulp thickness, pulp firmness, titratable acidity, pH, soluble solids, and vitamin C content; productivity; and the enzymatic activity of peroxidases, polyphenol oxidases, and phenylalanine ammonia-lyase. No significant response was observed for naturally occurring diseases. Treatments with Chelal®Si, Rocksil®, and Thiabendazole® increased photosynthetic and transpiration rates in the yellow melon. The silicon and ASM sources did not influence the physicochemical characteristics or the enzymatic activity of fruits. No effect was observed on the biometric characteristics, productivity, and chemical quality of fruits in both years of cultivation. Si sources increased photosynthetic rate and transpiration. However, no diseases were observed during the experimental period. Leaf spraying with silicon and acibenzolar-S-methyl sources did not influence the biometric characteristics and fruit production of yellow melon. The silicon and acibenzolar-S-methyl sources did not induce an increase in the enzymatic activity of peroxidases, polyphenol oxidase, and phenylalanine ammonia-lyase. Fruit production was higher in 2020.
Flour and fish residue oil in pacamã (Lophiosilurus alexandri): performance, apparent digestibility and carcass composition
Authors: Silva Bruno  Ceolin da , Navarro Rodrigo Diana
Published: September 2024

A study was carried out to evaluate the effect of the partial replacement of fish meal and fish oil with fish meal oil and residue in diets for pacamã fry (Lophiosilurus alexandri). Eight isoproteic and isoenergetic diets were formulated with 4 levels of substitution of fish meal for fish residue meal (0, 10, 20 and 30%) with two sources of oil (fish and fish residue) constituting a factorial design. 4x2 with 3 repetitions per treatment. Regarding the digestibility of the diets, there was no statistical difference between the different types of oils used, however there was a linear increase in digestibility with the increase in the levels of fish meal substitution by fish meal flour. Fish meal flour can replace fish meal in pacamã fry diets by up to 30% without impairing performance or carcass characteristics. Fish waste oil can fully replace fish oil in pacamã diets.
Secondary cleft palate correction with 3D-printed thermoplastic polyurethane film – a case report
Authors: Oliveira Giovanna Carolina Rothert de , Huppes Rafael Ricardo , Silva Ivan Torres Gregorio da
Published: September 2024

Cleft palate is an oronasal communication that can affect the area comprehending the lips and the soft palate. Its clinical signs vary depending on the degree of the defect and the age of the animal, ranging from nasal secretion, coughing, sneezing, halitosis, respiratory difficulty, aspiration pneumonia, and loss of body condition. Its diagnosis is based on inspection of the oral cavity and imaging tests. Palatal defects must be surgically corrected as quickly as possible, using mucosal flaps, grafts, or implants. A desire to evolve alternative treatments for cleft palates drives the search for ways to manufacture customized pieces. 3D printing and biomaterials have enhanced in detail and applicability; combined with design tools and imaging exams, they allow for the making of precise implants and anatomical models for the planning and execution of surgical procedures. This report describes the case of a female, mixed-breed feline treated at a veterinary clinic; it was diagnosed with secondary cleft palate, had a history of falling, and underwent previous palatoplasties with recurrence. A surgical reintervention was performed to implant a 3D-printed TPU film to close its secondary cleft palate.
Assessment of sorghum genotypes for silage: nutritional value
Authors: Moura Marielly Maria Almeida , Pires Daniel Ananias de Assis , Mizobutsi Edson Hiydu , Campos Marcos Lopes de , Costa Renê Ferreira , Pires Neto Otaviano de Souza , Cristina Leandra Soares , Sousa Irisleia Pereira Soares de
Published: September 2024

The objective of this study was to determine the agronomic characteristics, chemical composition and in situ degradability of different sorghum genotypes. The experiment was conducted at the National Maize and Sorghum Research Center – Sete Lagoas, MG. For agronomic and nutritional characteristics, a randomized block design was used, and for in situ degradability, a split-plot design was applied. Genotypes 13F2006, BRS655 and Volumax showed lower dry matter productivity compared to 12F02006 and 12F03033. Genotype BRS655 had the lowest levels of neutral detergent-insoluble fiber (NDF), acid detergent-insoluble fiber (ADF) and lignin. Furthermore, no difference was found for potential degradability (PD), indigestible fraction (IF), and effective degradability (ED) at 2; 5 and 8% hour-1 DM among the studied materials. Genotypes 12F03033 and 12F02006 combine higher productivity and nutritional quality.
Impact of different housing densities combined with Environmental enrichment on the production of Japanese quail
Authors: Vieira Marcílio José , Mendonça Michele de Oliveira , Valentim Jean Kaique , Toledo Damares de Castro Fidélis , Oliveira Steferson dos Reis , Borges Samuel Oliveira
Published: September 2024

This study evaluated the zootechnical performance, egg quality, and behavior of Japanese quails in the laying phase housed in cages of different densities and with or without environmental enrichment. A total of 224 quail were used and distributed into two groups: one with a housing density of 122.7 cm2 bird-1 and one with a housing density of 157.8 cm2 bird-1, each with and without environmental enrichment. The results showed that environmental enrichment did not influence the zootechnical performance parameters of the quail. However, housing density independently affected performance, except for egg mass and bird viability. A lower density (157.8 cm2 bird-1) resulted in greater specific egg weight, albumen percentage, and shell thickness. The interaction between density and environmental enrichment revealed that eggs from quail housed at higher density without enrichment had a greater yolk percentage, while quails housed at lower density without enrichment had a greater shell percentage. The tonic immobility time of the quails was not affected by treatment with different densities or environmental enrichment agents. It can be concluded that a lower housing density, with seven quail per cage (157.8 cm2 bird-1), regardless of environmental enrichment, provides better zootechnical performance and egg quality.
Different strategies of use of commercial effective microorganisms in the rearing of white shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei in biofloc system
Authors: Pierri Bruno da Silva , Vieira Khauê Silva , Ferreira Tamiris Henrique , Ramírez Norha Constanza Bolívar , Hoffling Flávia Banderó , Pinheiro Isabela Claudiana , Vieira Felipe do Nascimento , Fonseca Estefan Monteiro da
Published: September 2024

An experiment was conducted for eight weeks, in a BFT system, to test different strategies for using effective microorganisms (AEM) in shrimp rearing. For that, five different treatments were tested. The treatments tested were: Control (commercial feed only), AEM in the feed (addition of AEM in the commercial feed), AEM in the water (addition of AEM directly in the rearing water), AEM in the feed and in the water (addition of AEM in the feed simultaneously with the addition of AEM in the water) and MA in the feed (addition of the microbiological activator-MA in the commercial feed, without adding microorganisms to the feed and water). The use of AEM or MA, although it did not affect the growth of the animals, stimulated the digestive process of the animals, allowing the required absorption of nutrients with a smaller intestinal area. Associated with this, the presence of AME or MA stimulated the immunological parameters of the animals and reduced the presence of Vibrio in the gut of the shrimp. The association of these factors meant that the survival of the animals that received the additives in the diet was substantially higher than the animals that did not receive the additives. The AEM supplementation strategies did not differ among themselves, and the producer could opt for the strategy of lower cost and/or less complexity of use, according to each specific case.
Exponential growth model of weevil populations: a didactic experiment for undergraduate course of Population Ecology
Authors: Bomfim Maria Eduarda de Jesus , Braz Claudiane de Lima , Conceição Vanderléia dos Santos , Dias Nayara Oliveira , Dias Francielen da Silva , Freitas Elton dos Santos , Jesus Paloma Regina Peixoto de , Jesus Verônica Santos de , Dourado Junior Roberto da Silva , Modesto Vitor Castor , Oliveira Joanna Karine Gomes de , Pereira Tainara da Silva , Rocha Diana Souza Trindade , Sacramento Stefane de Jesus , Sampaio Roseane Souza , Santos Ana Caroline de Souza , Silva Glaucio dos Santos , Silva Joseane Conceição da , Souza Stheffy Hevhelling Vila Verde , Oliveira Guilherme de
Published: September 2024

Exponential model for population growth (exponential model) is a foundation to evaluate population dynamics in Population Ecology field. Here, we used a didactic experiment to teach exponential model for an undergraduate course of Population Ecology. We built nine populations of weevils with three different initial population sizes: eight, 16, and 32 individuals with three replicates each. We provided equal food resource availability, and counted their population sizes weekly for 12 weeks. We estimated the intrinsic growth rate (i.e., r parameter), by trials and errors with an exponential model build in an Excel spreadsheet. The population growth rate (i.e., dN/dt parameter) was estimated using r values. Replicates with eight and 16 individuals reached the highest values of r and dN/dt, while replicates with 32 individuals reached the lowest values. Beyond of exponential model, two density dependency issues acting in populations were observed. First, in the lowest initial population sizes we observed the effect of demographic stochasticity acting in both r and dN/dt in one of the three populations. Second, we observed the intraspecific competition reducing r values in largest initial populations. Therefore, we highlight the importance of didactic experiment into learning exponential model in Population Ecology course, both for teaching and learning practices.