bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessment of farmers' willingness to pay for foot and mouth disease vaccines using the contingent valuation method in Central Oromia, Ethiopia
Authors: Lemi Misgana , Gebremedhin Endrias , Sarba Edilu , Bune Wakuma
Published: November 2023

Background
Foot and mouth disease is among the contagious transboundary and economically devastating viral diseases of cloven-hoofed animals. A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted on 396 randomly selected livestock-owning farmers from three districts in central Ethiopia to estimate the willingness to pay for foot and mouth disease vaccines using a contingent valuation method based on dichotomous choice bids with double bounds. The study assessed the mean willingness to pay through interval regression and identified the influencing factors.
Results
The study revealed that the farmer's mean willingness to pay for a hypothetical foot and mouth disease vaccine was 37.5 Ethiopian Birr (95% confidence interval [CI]: 34.5 40.58) in all data, while it was 23.84 (95% CI: 21.47–26.28) in the mixed farming system and 64.87 Ethiopian Birr (95% CI: 58.68 71.15) in the market-oriented farming system. We identified main livelihood, management system, breed, keeping animals for profit, and foot and mouth disease impact perception score as significant variables (p ≤ 0.05) that determine the farmers' willingness to pay for the foot and mouth disease vaccine.
Conclusion
Farmers demonstrated a high computed willingness to pay, which can be considered an advantage in Ethiopia's foot and mouth disease vaccination program. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure sufficient vaccine supply services to meet the high demand revealed.
Assessment of NLRP3 inflammasome activation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease before and after lung transplantation
Authors: Rumora Lada , Markelić Ivona , Hlapčić Iva , Tomašković Andrea Hulina , Fabijanec Marija , Džubur Feđa , Samaržija Miroslav , Dugac Andrea Vukić
Published: November 2023

The interplay between purinergic receptors as well as pattern recognition receptors like Toll-like receptors (TLRs) and NOD-, LRR- and pyrin domain-containing protein 3 (NLRP3) might have a role in the pathogenesis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The aim of this study was to determine and compare the concentrations of the damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) heat shock protein 70 (Hsp70) and adenosine triphosphate (ATP), and gene expression of their respective receptors as well as NLRP3 inflammasome-related molecules in the peripheral blood of patients with end-stage COPD before and one year after lung transplantation (LT). Lung function was assessed by spirometry and diffusion capacity for carbon monoxide (DLCO). Quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) was applied for detection of TLR2,TLR4, P2X7R, P2Y2R, IL1B, CASP1 and NLRP3 expression. High-sensitivity ELISA kits were used for eHsp70 and IL-1β, and luminescence assay for eATP measurements. Concentrations of eHsp70 and eATP as well as IL-1β were significantly increased in plasma of end-stage COPD patients, and significantly decreased after LT. In addition, TLR4, P2Y2R,IL1B, CASP1 and NLRP3 expression was up-regulated in COPD patients before LT, while it was significantly suppressed after LT. In conclusion, it could be assumed that NLRP3 inflammasome is activated in peripheral blood of end-stage COPD patients, and that eHsp70 and eATP could be responsible for its activation through triggering their receptors. On the other hand, previously enhanced pro-inflammatory reactions seem to be suppressed to the healthy population levels in lung recipients without allograft rejection.
Community overview on the differential prevalence of Hepatitis E in two sub-counties in Kitgum District, Uganda: A qualitative study
Authors: Aloyo Judith , Kiguli Juliet , Orach Christopher Garimoi , Kitara David Lagoro
Published: November 2023

Background: An epidemic of Hepatitis E infection occurred in Kitgum District, Uganda, in 2009. In that epidemic, more than 10,422 people were infected, and over 166 deaths were registered. Kitgum District Health Management Information Systems (HMIS) showed that Hepatitis E cases continued to occur in Mucwini more than in the Kitgum Matidi sub-county despite instituting similar epidemic control measures in the two communities. The tenacity of the virus in the Mucwini sub-county had remained unclear.
This study aimed at assessing communities’ views and perspectives on the differential prevalence of Hepatitis E in the two sub-counties of Kitgum Matidi and Mucwini in Northern Uganda.
Methods: A cross-sectional study using qualitative methods was conducted. Four Focus Group discussions and six key informant interviews were conducted with the village health teams, local council chairpersons, health workers, and community members. These participants were chosen purposively because of their expertise and experience in community health services. Face-to-face interview guides were administered to obtain detailed information on factors associated with the differential occurrence of Hepatitis E in the two sub-counties. This study was approved by a local IRB and the Uganda National Council of Science and Technology (UNCS&T).
Results: The most substantial findings from this study were the differences in prevention and control practices in the two communities. Residents of Mucwini were less compliant with infection, prevention, and control guidelines, and disagreements between local councilors and village health teams in Mucwini over allowances led to poor implementation and non-adherence to guidelines on community control of Hepatitis E.
Conclusion: A differentially higher prevalence of Hepatitis E in Mucwini than in the Kitgum Matidi sub-county resulted from poor personal and community hygiene and non-adherence to behavior change communication among residents of Mucwini than their counterparts in Kitgum Matidi. The authors recommend a more proactive approach to managing an epidemic by securing the willingness of the affected community to adopt appropriate infection prevention and control guidelines. In addition, disagreements among stakeholders should be resolved quickly so that all community members adhere to control measures.
Workplace Support for Physicians during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Did it affect burnout?
Authors: Melnikow Joy , Xing Guibo , Miller Marykate , Loureiro Sabrina , Whitney Robin , Kravitz Richard L.
Published: November 2023

Background: A concern before 2020, physician burnout worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. Little empirical data are available on pandemic workplace support interventions or their influence on burnout. We surveyed a national sample of frontline physicians on burnout and workplace support during the pandemic.Methods: We surveyed a stratified random sample of 12833 US physicians most likely to care for adult COVID-19 patients from the comprehensive AMA Physician Professional Data ™ file. The sample included 6722 primary care physicians (3331 family physicians, 3391 internists), 880 hospitalists, 1783 critical care physicians (894 critical care physicians, 889 pulmonary intensivists), 2548 emergency medicine physicians, and 900 infectious disease physicians. The emailed survey elicited physicians’ perceptions of organizational interventions to provide workplace support and/or to address burnout. Burnout was assessed with the Professional Fulfillment Index Burnout Composite scale (PFI-BC). Proportional specialty representation and response bias were addressed by survey weighting. Logistic regression assessed the association of physician characteristics and workplace interventions with burnout.Results: After weighting, respondents were representative of the total sample. Overall physician burnout was 45.4%, significantly higher than in our previous surveys. Open-ended responses mentioned that staffing shortages (physician, nursing, and other staff) combined with the increased volume, complexity, and acuity of patients during the pandemic increased job demands. The most frequent workplace support interventions were direct pandemic control measures (increased access to personal protective equipment, 70.0%); improved telehealth functionality (43.4%); and individual resiliency tools (yoga, meditation, 30.7%). Respondents placed highest priority on workplace interventions to increase financial support and increase nursing and clinician staffing. Factors significantly associated with lower odds of burnout were practicing critical care (compared with emergency medicine) OR 0.33 (95% CI 0.12–0.93), improved telehealth functionality OR 0.47 (95% CI 0.23–0.97) and being in practice for 11 years or longer OR 0.44 (95% CI 0.19–0.99).Conclusions: Burnout across frontline specialties increased during the pandemic. Physician respondents focused on inadequate staffing in the context of caring for more and sicker patients, combined with the lack of administrative efforts to mitigate problems. Burnout mitigation requires system-level interventions beyond individual-focused stress reduction programs to improve staffing, increase compensation, and build effective teams.
FAIR Data Austria – Paving the Way for Enhanced Research Data Management and Collaboration
Authors: Bardel Alexander , Hasani-Mavriqi Ilire
Published: November 2023

In an age dominated by digital information, the importance of accessible and well-managed research data cannot be overstated. The FAIR Data Austria project is at the forefront of pioneering initiatives that cultivate a culture of data sharing and collaboration, adhering to the principles of Findability, Accessibility, Interoperability and Reusability (FAIR). The project addresses the challenges associated with implementing FAIR principles – from technical complexity to cultural barriers – and takes a multi-faceted approach that includes capacity building initiatives, community engagement and the development of tools and infrastructure to facilitate FAIR research practices.
Data Stewardship – Austrian National Strategy and Alignment
Authors: Bardel Alexander , Hasani-Mavriqi Ilire , Jean-Quartier Claire , Schaffer Peter , Macher Therese , Kalová Tereza , Feichtinger Michael , Bargmann Monika , Sanchez Solis Barbara , Stork Christiane , Miksa Tomasz , Piroi Florina
Published: November 2023

Within the FAIR Data Austria project, supported by the Federal Ministry for Education, Science, and Research (BMBWF), a national strategy has been established to advance the creation of tailored Data Stewardship solutions for the Austrian context. The strategy, formalized as a toolbox, delineates various Data Steward models, corresponding competencies, and accessible training resources. Despite the crucial role of Data Stewardship in supporting data-driven scientific research, Austrian universities encounter challenges in its implementation. Issues include lack of consensus on the skills, roles, and responsibilities of Data Stewards, coupled with insufficient funding for these positions. This article explores these challenges and emphasizes the importance of addressing them to promote effective Data Stewardship within the Austrian academic landscape.
Die digitale Transformation der österreichischen Geisteswissenschaften und ihre Herausforderungen für die Zukunft: Strukturelle Perspektiven für die Integration von Datenwissenschaften, maschinellem Lernen und künstlicher Intelligenz
Authors: Vogeler Georg , Hofeneder Philipp
Published: November 2023

Die Digitalen Geisteswissenschaften (Digital Humanities, DH) beschäftigen sich seit geraumer Zeit mit der Frage, wie digitale Technologien produktiv in den Geisteswissenschaften eingesetzt werden können, und haben sich auf diese Weise als ein innovatives Forschungsgebiet etabliert. Digitale Repräsentationen wie statistische Verfahren tragen dabei laufend zur kritischen Überprüfung und Neuausrichtung etablierter Ansätze bei. Im vorliegenden Beitrag werden die wichtigsten Entwicklungen dieses Forschungsgebiets in Österreich nachgezeichnet und darauf aufbauend ein kritischer Ausblick unternommen. Dazu werden die bisherigen Ergebnisse des Forschungsprojekts „DiTAH“ (Digital Transformation of Austrian Humanities, 2020–2024) aufgearbeitet. Ferner werden Überlegungen angestellt, welchen Herausforderungen die Hochschulorganisation bei der Integration der Digital Humanities im größeren Feld der Geisteswissenschaften begegnet. Hier ergibt sich der Eindruck, dass Forschungszentren mit einem Fokus auf den DH selbst besonders gut geeignet für diese Aufgabe sind. Der Beitrag kommt weiters zu dem Schluss, dass das Zusammenspiel von fachspezifischen Daten mit Reflexionen über Anwendungsfälle der digitalen Methoden in den Geisteswissenschaften im DiTAH-Projekt sehr gute Voraussetzungen geschaffen hat, die Herausforderungen der verstärkten Verwendung von Datenwissenschaften, maschinellem Lernen und Künstlicher Intelligenz auch in den Geisteswissenschaften zu meistern.
Infrastructures for Digital Arts Teaching and Research in Higher Education (LeFo): The “Connecting New Media Art Archives Worldwide” Initiative
Authors: Rühse Viola , Hoffmann Carl Philipp
Published: November 2023

The project titled “Infrastructures for Digital Arts Teaching and Research in Higher Education” (LeFo) funded by the BMBWF between 2020 and 2024 is being carried out at the University of Continuing Education Krems, the University of Arts Linz and the University of Applied Arts Vienna. In addition to the expansion of the Archive of Digital Art (ADA) for research and teaching at universities and the development of innovative New Media Art documentation with VR and mixed-reality experiences, the project supports the establishment of a global network of New Media Art archives. This paper focuses on the (pre)history, special challenges and selected solution approaches of the initiative to date.
PENGARUH DAYA TARIK DAN HASIL REVIEW MELALUI MEDIA SOSIAL TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN MASYARAKAT BERKUNJUNG KE MASJID RAYA SYEIKH ZAYED SURAKARTA
Authors: Nafii'ah Dzul Fahma , Grahesti Angrahita , Putri Adevia Ristina
Published: November 2023

Abstrak: Perkembangan tren pariwisata halal dari tahun ke tahun menjadikan daya tarik tersendiri bagi umat muslim. Indonesia dengan peringkat ke-1 pada tahun 2023 dalam pariwisata halal semakin dapat melebarkan sayapnya untuk meningkatkan potensi dari pariwisata halal yang salah satunya ialah masjid. Tujuan penelitian ini guna mengetahui adakah pengaruh daya tarik dan hasil review melalui media sosial terhadap keputusan masyarakat untuk berkunjung di Masjid Raya Syeikh Zayed Banjarsari Surakarta. Metode yang digunakan oleh penulis yaitu kuantitatif dengan analisis regresi linear berganda berupa alat SPSS versi 25 dan teknik sampling berupa purposive sampling. Penelitian ini menggunakan data primer yang diperoleh dari hasil penyebaran kuesioner dan sekunder yang merujuk pada literatur-literatur yang relevan. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa secara simultan daya tarik dan hasil review berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap keputusan masyarakat berkunjung ke Masjid Raya Syeikh Zayed. Sedangkan secara parsial, variabel daya tarik memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap keputusan masyarakat untuk berkunjung ke Masjid Raya Syeikh Zayed. Berbeda dengan hasil review tidak berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap keputusan masyarakat berkunjung ke Masjid Raya Syeikh Zayed.

Kata kunci: Review Melalui Social Media; Daya Tarik; Hasil Review; Keputusan Berkunjung; Pariwisata Halal

 

Abstract: The development of halal tourism trends from year to year makes it a special attraction for Muslims. Indonesia, which ranks 1st in 2023 in halal tourism, can increasingly spread its wings to increase the potential for halal tourism, one of which is mosques. The aim of this research is to find out whether there is an influence of attractiveness and the results of reviews via social media on people's decisions to visit the Grand Mosque of Sheikh Zayed Banjarsari Surakarta. The method used by the author is quantitative with multiple linear regression analysis in the form of SPSS version 25 tools and a sampling technique in the form of purposive sampling. This research uses primary data obtained from the results of distributing questionnaires and secondary data which refers to relevant literature. The results of the research show that simultaneously the attraction and the results of the review have a significant influence on people's decisions to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Meanwhile, partially the attractiveness variable has a significant influence on people's decisions to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. In contrast to the results of the review, it does not significantly influence people's decisions to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

Keywords: Review Via Social Media; Attractiveness; Review Results; Decision to Visit; Halal Tourism
MEMBANGUN RETENSI WISATAWAN MELALUI ATRIBUT RAMAH HALAL DI DESTINASI WISATA RELIGI DEMAK KOTA WALI
Authors: Saifudin Saifudin , Khusna Atiatul , Rusdian Azi , Sanjaya Intan Winda Widya
Published: November 2023

Abstrak: Peneliti terdahulu telah banyak yang melakukan penelitian di sektor industri pariwisata dengan memperhatikan fenomena di sektor wisata religi, namun kajian mendalam tentang aspek wisata ramah-halal masih kurang. Tulisan ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh dari ramah-halal terhadap retensi wisatawan pada wisata religi di Kabupaten Demak. Ramah-halal pada penelitian ini terbatas pada variable-variabel seperti akomodasi ramah-halal, makanan halal, fasilitas ramah-halal, pelayanan ramah-halal serta lokal ramah-halal dan wisata lainnya (sosial-budaya penduduk setempat). Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah jumlah pengunjung wisata religi di Demak. Sampel sebanyak 534 responden yangdiambil dengan cara incidental sampling. Alat bantu analisis yang digunakan adalah SmartPLS 3.2.9. Hasil penelitian menjelaskan bahwa akomodasi ramah-halal, fasilitas ramah-halal, penduduk lokal ramah-halal dan wisata lainnya (sosial-budaya penduduk setempat) berpengaruh terhadap retensi wisatawan. Sedangkan, makanan halal dan pelayanan ramah-halal tidak berpengaruh terhadap retensi wisatawan.

Kata Kunci: Ramah-Halal; Retensi Wisatawan; Akomodasi; Makanan; Fasilitas; Pelayanan; Lokal

 

Abstract: Many previous researchers have conducted research in the tourism industry sector by paying attention to phenomena in the religious tourism sector, but in-depth studies on aspects of halal-friendly tourism are still lacking. This study aims to determine the effect of halal-friendly on tourist retention in religious tourism in Demak Regency. Halal-friendly in this study is limited to variables, such as halal-friendly accommodation, halal food, halal-friendly facilities, halal-friendly services and halal-friendly locales and other tours (socio-cultural of the local population). The population in this study is the number of religious tourism visitors in Demak. A sample of 534 respondents was taken by incidental sampling.The analytical tool used is SmartPLS 3.2.9. The results of the study explain that halal-friendly accommodation, halal-friendly facilities, halal-friendly locales and other tours (socio-cultural of the local population) have an effect on tourist retention. Meanwhile, halal food and halal friendly services have no effect on tourist retention.

Keywords: Halal-Friendly; Tourist Retention; Accommodation; Food; Facility; Service; Local
A Framework for Teaching Music Online. By Carol Johnson. Bloomsbury Academic.
Authors: Duggleby Sandra
Published: November 2023

In A Framework for Teaching Music Online, Carol Johnson formulates a clear and precise framework for teaching music online that is supported by 17 peer-reviewed articles she has authored on this topic. Well-known for her scholarship, Johnson’s framework is designed to guide online teachers of music through a well-reasoned and logical step-by-step process using clear communication, authentic design, and quality assessment. The three-part process explores her framework starting with design and assessment of case studies. She then focuses on practical application of designing an online teaching space using technology tools and approaches as supporting learning mechanisms. In the final section of the framework, Johnson capitalizes on future innovations that delve into sharing knowledge and creating professional learning networks. The framework masterfully allows for discipline specificity in an arts-based discipline with niche areas such as music performance, theory, history, and composition. Johnson ensures that authentic supports are in place for all.
Importance of brassinosteroids for mitigating water stress in sorghum
Authors: Souza Ana Caroline Dias de , Reis Bruna Stefhane Santos , Bacin Diego Fernandes , Oliveira Lucas Robson de , Santos Wanderson Silva dos , Borges Larissa Pacheco , Cardoso Nathália Carvalho , Matos Fábio Santos
Published: November 2023

The objective of the present study was to assess the mitigating effect of brassinosteroids on water stress caused by different water supplies (water deficit and excess water) in sorghum. The experiment was conducted at the experimental farm of the State University of Goias, South Campus, in Ipameri, GO, Brazil. A completely randomized design was used, in a 2×5 factorial arrangement with 4 replications. The plants were grown under five water supplies (25%, 50%, 100%, 200%, and 400% of the evapotranspiration) and treatments with and without brassinosteroid (0.1 mg L-1) application at 30.0 mL plant-1, carried out in three moments (at 45, 47, and 49 days after emergence). The tests conducted in pots limited the root system growth by the volume of the container, but despite these conditions, sorghum plants treated with brassinosteroids presented higher root system development and plant height, denoting that the brassinosteroids have the potential for mitigation of water deficit at field level. The main mechanism of tolerance to drought of sorghum is its high stomatal sensitivity, which rapidly reduces transpiration and minimizes the plant dehydration under water deficit
Simulation of oat yield through biological and environmental variables for reducing fungicide application and increasing interval from application to grain harvest
Authors: Dornelles Eldair Fabrício , Silva José Antonio Gonzalez da , Carvalho Ivan Ricardo , Colet Christiane de Fátima , Magano Deivid Araújo , Conceição Gerusa Massuquini , Alessi Odenis , Basso Natiane Carolina Ferrari , Peter Cibele Luisa , Rosa Juliana Aozane da , Schünemann Lara Laís , Pomarenke Larissa Bortolini
Published: November 2023

Simulation models based on biological and environmental variables allow the analysis of scenarios in proposing more sustainable management. The objectives is to identify potential biological and environmental variables for inclusion and validation of multiple linear regression model for yield simulation and analyze scenarios that promote yield and satisfactory control of foliar diseases, with longer intervals between the last fungicide application and the grain harvest. The study was conducted in 2015, 2016, 2017, in Augusto Pestana, RS, Brazil. The soil is classified as Oxisol and the climate of the region as Cfa type, by the Köppen classification. The experimental design was randomized blocks, with three replications, in a 22 x 4 factorial, for 22 oat cultivars (10 recommended and 12 no longer recommended) and 4 fungicide use conditions (no application; one application 60 days after emergence (DAE); two applications, 60, 75 DAE; and three applications, 60, 75, 90 DAE. In 2015 and 2016, the fungicide FOLICUR® CE was used, and in 2017 PRIMO®, at a dosage 0.75 and 0.3 liters ha-1, respectively. Necrotic leaf area, rainfall depth, mean minimum and maximum temperatures, thermal sum, and crop cycle period (days) are potential variables by the Stepwise technique in the simulation of oat yield, validating the use of the multiple linear regression. The condition with three fungicide applications, at 60, 75, 90 DAE, resulted in satisfactory foliar disease control and grain yield, while maintaining a long interval between the last fungicide application and the grain harvest, thus improving the safety of the product obtained
Improving Teacher Competence in Managing Information Technology-Based Learning Materials
Authors: Sagiman Sagiman , Putra Muksal Mina
Published: November 2023

Teacher Competency Standards are measures that determine the competence and professionalism of teachers. Hence, competence in managing learning materials is essential for the learning process. In the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4.0), educators are expected to be proficient in managing information technology-based learning materials, ensuring that the content delivered to students is of higher quality, ultimately leading to expected learning outcomes. This community service program aimed to improve teacher competence in managing information technology-based learning materials through Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training. The contents included basic knowledge regarding ICT, learning material management applications, graphic design, practical training in managing learning materials, internet, and internet-based learning (e-learning). The method employed in the present community service was Participatory Action Research (PAR). The project involved 25 school teachers, resulting in an improvement in teacher competence in managing information technology-based learning materials and fostering strong motivation among teachers to utilize information technology media for gathering materials and implementing the learning process.
Amino Acids Profile of Loranthus europaeus from Different Countries
Authors: ALİ Haval , KARATAŞ Fikret , ÖZER Dursun , SAYDAM Sinan
Published: November 2023

In this study, the amounts of amino acids in Loranthus europaeus samples grown in different regions (Türkiye, Iran and Iraq) were analyzed by High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC).The results indicate that, aspartic acid, serine, alanine, proline and tyrosine were found to be highest in samples grown in Iran, glutamic acid, asparagine, glycine, and glutamine were found in Loranthus europaeus samples grown in Iraq, and cysteine was found to be highest in samples grown in Türkiye. It can be said that Loranthus europaeus growing in Turkey is poor in terms of asparagine, serine, glycine, glutamine, alanine, proline and tyrosine, on the other hand aspartic acid found to be lowest in samples from Iraq and glutamic acid is the lowest samples from Iran. It was obtained that while Loranthus europaeus samples grown in Iran is the richest in terms of total essential amino acids, on the other hand samples grown in Türkiye is the poorest. Total amino acids content was highest in Iraqi samples and the lowest in Turkish samples. It can be said that the variation of essential and non-essential amino acids contents between regions could be due to geographical, and ecological differences.
Çeltik (Oryza sativa L.)’de Farklı Vermikompost Uygulamalarının Bazı Bitkisel Özellikler Üzerine Etkisi
Authors: YILDIRIM Gözde Hafize , YILMAZ Nuri
Published: November 2023

Bu araştırma, farklı solucan gübresi uygulamasının ve dozlarının, çeltik bitkisinde bazı bitkisel özelliklere etkisinin belirlenmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır. Çalışmada yapraktan ve topraktan olmak üzere iki farklı uygulama ve dört farklı doz; (0.5-1-2-3 litre sıvı gübre/100 litre su) üç farklı çeltik çeşidinde (Osmancık-97, Aslı ve Terme Baldo) uygulanmıştır. Çalışma serada ve 21.9 litrelik (35 cm çap 30 cm yükseklik) plastik saksılarda (30 tohum/saksı) kurulmuştur. Deneme tesadüf parsellerinde faktöriyel deneme desenine göre 3 tekrarlı olarak yürütülmüştür. Çalışma sonucunda bitki boyu 41.81-57.19 cm, sap sayısı 19.33-26.67 adet, bitki yaş ağırlığı 70.00-113.33 g., salkım sayısı 18.00-25.67 adet, salkım yaş ağırlığı 1.88-4.23 g., salkım kuru ağırlığı 0.10-0.31 g., salkım boyu 7.17-11.64 cm., sap yaş ağırlığı 6.63-28.33 g, sap kuru ağırlığı 6.17-13.88 g, yaprak sayısı 3.03-3.73 adet, yaprak yaş ağırlığı 11.93-25.00 g., yaprak kuru ağırlığı 11.70-19.38 g, gövde çapı 3.78-5.69 mm ve salkımda tane sayısı 33.93-52.33 adet olarak tespit edilmiştir. Elde ettiğimiz bulgulara göre, solucan gübresinin çeltik bitkisinde bazı bitkisel özelliklerin artmasına neden olduğu ancak yapraktan ya da topraktan yapılan uygulama şekillerinin ise etkili olmadığı görülmüştür.
Kinetic İnvestigation of The Effect of Sulfur on Extending The Shelf Life of Sulfurized Apricots
Authors: GÜRBÜZ Duygu , ÖNAL Yunus , UTKU Tuğba
Published: November 2023

In this study, sulphurized apricots with different sulfur values were obtained from the factory in Malatya province. These apricot samples were kept at market temperature values (4, 26 and 40°C) in the package offered for sale, and their sulfur dioxide values were determined daily. As a result of the experimental periods, reduction rate and other data were determined by calculating the sulfur dioxide in the sample. Also, loss rate and kinetics of sulfur dioxide were determined from its change over time at different temperatures. From the results obtained, important findings such as shelf life of sulphurous apricots at different temperatures in the package, deterioration and effect of the sulfur dioxide value on the shelf life were obtained. According to the analysis results of apricots containing different amounts of sulfur, when the moisture and SO2 loss in dried apricot samples during their stay on the shelf were examined in the kinetic study, it was determined that it was suitable for the first order kinetic model for 4°C and the second order kinetic model for 26 and 40°C. From the experimental results, quite low sulfur removal values were obtained for the samples offered for sale after 980 hours at 4°C and 525 hours at 26°C. Moisture and SO2 losses accelerated after approximately 740 hours at a temperature of 40°C. In the sample containing 3280 ppm sulfur dioxide during shelf storage at 4°C, there was an 11% loss of sulfur dioxide after 980 hours. A 46% sulfur dioxide loss was determined in the same samples after 740 hours at 40°C. It has been determined that sulfur dioxide loss is greater at higher temperatures. When the storage conditions of the samples were examined in terms of humidity, it was observed that apricots lost their moisture in the range of 52-85% after 29 days at temperatures of 4 and 40 °C. Based on the fact that the water activity of the packaged sulfurized dried apricots offered for sale is 25%, in this study, an average shelf life of approximately 25 days was determined according to this value.
Towards lane detection using a generative adversarial network
Authors: Juárez Vallejo Tomás Emmanuel , Salazar Colores Sebastián , Ramos Arreguín Juan Manuel
Published: November 2023

Traffic accidents are one of the main causes of death in Mexico, the collisions are caused mostly due to human error, therefore attempts have been made to reduce these shortcomings with driver assistance systems. This paper presents a study conducted to explore the capabilities of a Generative Adversarial Network in terms of application in lane detection on a highway, it is proposed to use a metric known as Dice index which measures the similarity between images and a pre-processing method based on color spaces, as well as a technique called Superpixels which is based on clustering. Finally, the results are compared with a neural network called LaneNet developed for the TuSimple database. The results obtained from this methodology needs to be optimized with future work, however, it opens the door to possible research with this type of network.
Jacinto de agua (Eichhornia crassipes (Mart.) Solms) como sustrato germinativo y abono orgánico para hortalizas
Authors: Ramírez Gerardo Marithza Guadalupe , Ibáñez Ocampo Leobardo , Arévalo Galindo Jorge Luis , Vásquez González Gabriel
Published: November 2023

Eichhornia crassipes es una planta acuática presente en cuerpos de agua con exceso de nutrientes, lo cual favorece su crecimiento y ocasiona un impacto negativo ambiental y social, situación que promueve la búsqueda de alternativas para su aprovechamiento. El objetivo fue evaluar propiedades físicas y químicas de E. crassipes como sustrato para germinación en hortalizas y en forma de bocashi para desarrollo de rábano. Como sustrato germinativo E. crassipes seco y molido se mezcló en cuatro proporciones diferentes con composta y agrolita, considerando un tratamiento control de 100 % de E. crassipes. Bajo un diseño completo al azar se germinaron semillas de Solanum lycopersicum, Cucurbita pepo y Cucumis sativus. En otro ensayo se realizó un bochashi con E. crassipes fresco el cual se aplicó en dosis de 0 %, 15 %, 30 % y 45 % en Raphanus sativus. La germinación varió en los tratamientos con E. crassipes de 0-99 %. Cantidades de 25 % y 50 % de E. crassipes mostraron las mejores características físicas y químicas como sustratos. El bocashi elaborado con E. crassipes mostró ventajas en la calidad de bulbo de rábano indicando dosis de 15 % como recomendable para su producción.
Prevalencia de ansiedad matemática en universitarios
Authors: Zamora-Lugo Samuel , Cadena-Barajas Martín , Franci Alessio , Cibrián-Llanderal Tamara
Published: November 2023

Los datos presentados a continuación son el resultado de una investigación orientada a describir y comparar el índice de ansiedad matemática en estudiantes universitarios de diferentes áreas de conocimiento, así como su comorbilidad con los rasgos de ansiedad en general. Se aplicó un cuestionario con datos sociodemográficos y con el Índice de Ansiedad Matemática y el Inventario de Ansiedad de Beck a 526 estudiantes con edad promedio de 21.7 años, de las siguientes áreas académicas: Ciencias Fisicomatemáticas e Ingenierías, Ciencias Biológicos Agropecuarias, Ciencias de la Salud, Económico-Administrativo, Humanidades y Técnica.  De manera muy concreta se observó que los estudiantes pertenecientes a las áreas de Humanidades y Ciencias Biológicas-Agropecuarias presentaron mayores puntajes en el índice de Ansiedad Matemática, mientras que los alumnos del área Económico-Administrativa y Ciencias Físico Matemáticas e Ingeniería obtuvieron los menores puntajes lo que significan que presentan menores rasgos de ansiedad matemática.0020La interpretación de los datos fue lo que se esperaba, a pesar de que los alumnos de Humanidades y Ciencias Biológicas-Agropecuarias no cursan experiencias educativas que involucren el manejo de cuestiones matemáticas, sigue habiendo una respuesta negativa latente hacia la disciplina predominando la variable actitud hacia las matemáticas.
Hecho religioso, cultura y derecho: La libertad religiosa en Iberoamérica. Pluralidad religiosa y de cultos en Colombia e Iberoamérica
Authors: Valencia Candalija Rafael , Adrianzén Olivos María Esperanza , Humberto Miranda Héctor , Carranza Carranza Ana Milena , Rodríguez Gómez Edgardo , Vicente Prieto Jhohan Centeno , Olano García Hernán Alejandro , Cabezas Nicolás , Quiroga Barrantes Maicol Andrés , Rueda Cáceres Liliana , Gómez Sepúlveda Claudia Lorena , Gieldemann Reyes Mónica J. , Shikiya Humberto , Torres Serrano Juan Manuel , Reyes Sánchez Gina Marcela , Jiménez Hurtado José Luis , Martínez Posada Jorge Eliécer , Moreno Pablo , López Amaya David , Ortiz Mantilla Danyelle , Adolfo Mahecha Gustavo , Moncada Guzmán Ciro Javier , Quitián Álvarez Eduard Andrés , Sardiñas Iglesias Loida , De Vita Andrea Paula
Published: November 2023

Este libro es una recopilación, investigación y análisis de los avances alcanzados en Iberoamérica y Colombia en materia de libertad religiosa
NOTAS SOBRE A FUNÇÃO PRAGMÁTICA DA AMIZADE NO PROCESSO EDUCATIVO KANTIANO
Authors: Da Silva Filho Tomaz Martins
Published: November 2023

RESUMO

 

O texto trata sobre o conceito de amizade em Kant, a partir da obra Sobre a Pedagogia. Kant, nesse escrito, afirma que a criança deve manter relações de amizade com os outros e não viver sempre isoladamente. Sabe-se que a amizade não é um tema central da filosofia crítica, entretanto, o filósofo dedica diversos parágrafos ao tema nas Lições de Ética, na Metafísica dos Costumes, na Antropologia de um ponto de vista pragmático e na obra Sobre a Pedagogia. Assim, podemos nos questionar: no contexto geral da antropologia kantiana, que papel desempenha a amizade (Freundschat) para que o filósofo dedique-lhe seguidos parágrafos? Talvez, a resposta a esse questionamento não esteja propriamente na Antropologia de um ponto de vista Pragmático, mas na obra Sobre a Pedagogia. Observar a amizade a partir da Pedagogia é perceber que não estamos diante de um mero sentimento, porém, de uma habilidade inerente à vida em sociedade. Tal habilidade deve ser cultivada como um traço do caráter da criança, visando ao desenvolvimento da sociabilidade e, portanto, evitar o isolamento. Com isso, previne-se também os vícios da misantropia e da ferocidade, típicos da indisciplina selvagem.
BNCC E BNC DA FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES(AS) E AS INFERÊNCIAS NA FORMAÇÃO INICIAL EM EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA NA UFC
Authors: Átila Lima dos Santos Carlos , Jansen Fernandes da Silva Antônio , Almeida Ferreira Dirlene , Souza Castro Esterlandia , Eleni Henrique da Silva Maria
Published: November 2023

Com a homologação do documento da BNCC e o lançamento do documento da BNC que trata da formação inicial e continuada de professores(as) novos debates surgiram nos cursos de Formação de Professores(as), uma vez que o documento proporá mudanças veiculadas a uma formação por competências infringindo os cursos de licenciatura. Com isso, o estudo tem como objetivo analisar as implicações da BNC na formação inicial de professores(as) de Educação Física(EF) a partir da compreensão dos docentes do curso de Educação Física da Universidade Federal do Ceará. Utilizamos a abordagem qualitativa e como instrumento um questionário na plataforma do google formulário, encaminhado aos(às) professores(as). Como resultado, verificamos que alguns(mas) professores(as) possuíam um pensamento problematizador dos textos apontando contradições e miscelâneas no que concerne aos conceitos que foram constituídos na área. Atentamos para a continuidade dos enfrentamentos aos ditames neoliberais, realizando por meio de nossa prática pedagógica a efetivação e concretização de uma EF crítica e progressista.
ESTADO DE NATUREZA, CONTRATO SOCIAL E ELOQUÊNCIA NA FILOSOFIA POLÍTICA DE THOMAS HOBBES
Authors: Braga Lélio , Alvez Maria Gilvania da Silva , Braga Aline Nascimento , Silva Shirsley Joany dos Santos da , Júnior Carlos Alberto Brito da Silva , Braga Alessandra Nascimento
Published: November 2023

Este estudo de cunho bibliográfico e teórico, objetiva primordial analisar a relação das ideias arquitetadas e denominadas por Thomas Hobbes como estado de natureza, contrato Social e eloquência, desta última, analisando a sua habilidade retórica. A primeira ideia denota um estado anterior à constituição da sociedade civil. Seria uma hipótese em que haveria guerra e competição entre os sujeitos, justificada pela ausência de um ser que personifique o poder soberano. Nesse contexto, cada pessoa busca seus interesses pessoais, resultando em uma vida insegura e instável. Para escapar desse estado caótico, Hobbes propõe um contrato, no qual os indivíduos concordam em desistir da liberdade e autorregulação em prol da proteção de um soberano absoluto que os governe. Na sustentação do referido acordo social, está o talento da habilidade retórica da eloquência, que entraria como auxiliar da razão, moldando as paixões dos súditos em prol da obediência civil. Na conclusão, é percebido que o contrato hobbesiano constitui a autoridade do soberano, mas não é o suficiente no que tange impedir o retorno ao estado beligerante sem o uso da habilidade retórica da eloquência na mente da população como reforço a obediência civil.
Competências Socioemocionais no Novo Ensino Médio
Authors: Cardozo Maria José Pires Barros , Colares Maria Lilia Imbiriba Sousa , Sartori Leandro
Published: November 2023

Este texto objetiva situar a estratégia de formação de competências socioemocionais como parte da educação do trabalhador produtivo para a sociedade contemporânea. Sistematizamos os elementos teóricos para interpretação do mundo do trabalho, considerando como categorias a reestruturação produtiva toyostista, a financeirização e suas consequências para ampliação do precariado (HARVEY, 1992; 2018; ASSAD, 2014; MÉSZÁROS, 2002; ALVES, 2007). Nossa metodologia consiste no estudo de documentos da OCDE e do Brasil (OCDE, 2014; 2015; 2017; 2022; BRASIL, 2018) para demonstrar que existe uma tentativa internacional de promover uma governança nas políticas educacionais de modo que institucionalizem o ensino de competências socioemocionais na escola. Ao cotejar documentos internacionais com a Base Nacional Curricular Comum do Ensino Médio (BNCCEM) e a legislação da reforma do Ensino Médio, concluímos que o Brasil tem se alinhado a esta perspectiva, ficando evidente uma tendência de formação escolar das capacidades de adaptação às situações adversas, responsabilização dos indivíduos quando estes não se encaixarem em vínculos empregatícios formais e o estímulo a empreender para buscar renda.
Water-soluble Moringa oleifera Seed Lectin Exhibits Monoaminergic
Pathway-linked Anti-depressive-like Effects in Mice
Authors: de Siqueira Patriota Leydianne Leite , de Lima Barbara Raíssa Ferreira , de Oliveira Marinho Amanda , da Costa Jainaldo Alves , Barroso Coelho Luana Cassandra Breitenbach , de Melo Rêgo Moacyr Jesus Barreto , da Rocha Pitta Maira Galdino , Paiva Patrícia Maria Guedes , Pereira Michelly Cristiny , Napoleão Thiago Henrique , da Rosa Michelle Melgarejo
Published: November 2023

Objectives:

The present study investigated the anti-depressive-like (anti-immobility) effect
of a lectin from Moringa oleifera seeds (WSMoL) in mice.

Methods:

To evaluate an acute effect, the animals were treated with WSMoL (1, 2, and 4 mg/kg,
i.p.) 30 min before the tail suspension test (TST). To investigate the involvement of monoaminergic
and nitrergic signaling, the mice were pre-treated with selective antagonists. The role of the WSMoL
carbohydrate-recognizing domain (CRD) was verified using previous blockage with casein
(0.5 mg/mL). The subacute anti-immobility effect was also evaluated by administering WSMoL
(1, 2, and 4 mg/kg, i.p.) once a day for 7 d. Finally, an open field test (OFT) was performed to
identify possible interferences of WSMoL on animal locomotory behavior.

Results:

WSMoL reduced the immobility time of mice in the TST at all doses, and combined treatment
with fluoxetine (5 mg/kg, i.p.) and WSMoL (1 mg/kg) was also effective. The CRD appeared
to be involved in the anti-immobility effect since the solution of WSMoL (4 mg/kg) pre-incubated
with casein showed no activity. The lectin effect was prevented by the pre-treatment of
mice with ketanserin, yohimbine, and SCH 23390, thereby demonstrating the involvement of
monoaminergic pathways. In contrast, pre-treatment with L-NAME, aminoguanidine, and L-arginine
did not interfere with lectin action. WSMoL exhibited a subacute effect in the TST, thereby
reducing immobility time and increasing agitation time even on the seventh day. OFT data revealed
that the anti-immobility effect was not caused by interference with locomotor behavior.

Conclusion:

WSMoL elicits an anti-depressant-like effect that is dependent on monoaminergic
signaling.
Non-synonymous Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in Human ACE2 Gene May
Affect the Infectivity of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron Subvariants
Authors: Samanta Arijit , Ahamed Ashif , Alam Syed Sahajada Mahafujul , Ali Safdar , Shahnawaz Khan Mohd. , Al-Amri Abdulaziz M. , Tabrez Shams , Hoque Mehboob
Published: November 2023

Background:

The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) causes the coronavirus
disease 2019 (COVID-19), which first appeared in December 2019. Angiotensin I converting enzyme
2 (ACE2) receptor, present on the host cells, interacts with the receptor binding domain (RBD) of spike (S)
protein of SARS-CoV-2 and facilitates the viral entry into host cells.

Methods:

Non-synonymous single nucleotide polymorphisms (nsSNPs) in the ACE2 gene may have an impact
on the protein's stability and its function. The deleterious or harmful nsSNPs of the ACE2 gene that can
change the strength as well as the pattern of interaction with the RBD of S protein were selected for this study

Results:

The ACE2:RBD interactions were analyzed by protein-protein docking study. The missense mutations
A242V, R708W, G405E, D292N, Y633C, F308L, and G405E in ACE2 receptor were found to interact
with RBD of Omicron subvariants with stronger binding affinity. Among the other selected nsSNPs of human
ACE2 (hACE2), R768W, Y654S, F588S, R710C, R710C, A191P, and R710C were found to have lower binding
affinity for RBD of Omicron subvariants.

Conclusion:

The findings of this study suggest that the nsSNPs present in the human ACE2 gene alter the
structure and function of the protein and, consequently, the susceptibility to Omicron subvariants.
Comprehensive Analyses and Experiments Confirmed IGFBP5 as a
Prognostic Predictor Based on an Aging-genomic Landscape Analysis of
Ovarian Cancer
Authors: Fan Ting-Yu , Xu Li-li , Zhang Hong-Feng , Peng Juan , Liu Dan , Zou Wen-Da , Feng Wen-Jie , Qin Mei , Zhang Juan , Li Hui , Li Yu-Kun
Published: November 2023

Background::

Ovarian cancer (OC) is one of the malignant diseases of the reproductive
system in elderly women. Aging-related genes (ARGs) were involved in tumor malignancy and
cellular senescence, but the specifics of these mechanisms in OC remain unknown.

Methods::

ARGs expression and survival data of OC patients were collected from TCGA and CPTAC
databases. Subtype classification was used to identify the roles of hub ARGs in OC progression,
including function enrichment, immune infiltration, and drug sensitivity. LASSO regression
was utilized to confirm the prognosis significance for these hub ARGs. MTT, EdU, Transwell,
and wounding healing analysis confirmed the effect of IGFBP5 on the proliferation and migration
ability of OC cells.

Results::

ARGs were ectopically expressed in OC tissues compared to normal ovary tissues. Three
molecular subtypes were divided by ARGs for OC patients. There were significant differences in
ferroptosis, m6A methylation, prognosis, immune infiltration, angiogenesis, differentiation level,
and drug sensitivity among the three groups. LASSO regression indicated that 4 signatures, FOXO4,
IGFBP5, OGG1 and TYMS, had important prognosis significance. Moreover, IGFBP5 was
significantly correlated with immune infiltration. The hub ARG, IGFBP5, expression was significantly
decreased in OC patients compared to normal women. IGFBP5 could also reduce the migration
and proliferation ability of OC cells compared to vector and NC groups.

Conclusion::

IGFBP5 was correlated with OC prognosis and associated with OC migration and
proliferation. This gene may serve as potential prognostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets for
OC patients.