bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Behavioural Intervention for People Living with HIV/AIDS with Ambivalent Attitudes toward the COVID-19 Vaccine
Authors: Schweitzer Ana-Maria , Melinte-Rizea Elena , Androne Alexandra Florentina , Niculaie Florica , Bagaiof Cristina , Bogdan Mihaela , Mihale Stefania Florentina
Published: October 2022

The COVID-19 vaccination program was made available in Romania first to vulnerable and at-risk groups in specific state-run centers, where people could get an appointment and receive the shot. People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) represent such a group. In the context of widespread misinformation and debate about the need for vaccination, our team took a proactive approach to assess vaccination levels and intentions among the unvaccinated. 100 PLWHA who declared ambivalent or unprepared to take the vaccine were offered one online or in-person counseling session. As part of the standard counseling protocol, psychologists asked patients about their intention to get vaccinated on a scale from 1 to 10 at the beginning of the session and again at the end. The protocol imposed that the counselor uses any combination of one or more of the following five behavior change techniques (BCTs): information about social and environmental consequences, credible sources, comparative imagining of future outcomes, anticipated regret, and action planning. Additionally, counselors could use other techniques on an ad-hoc basis if they evaluated this as necessary. Out of the 100 PLWHA at the end of the evaluation, 43 reported they took the vaccine. Sixteen patients in the sample said they took the vaccine by their own decision before the counselor reached out. For the entire group, the intention to get vaccinated increased by 3.36 points (t= -13.25, p< .05). At the follow-up evaluation, there was a 3.16-point increase for the group that did not vaccinate (t= -11.38, p< .05); and 4-point increase for PLWHA who did vaccinate (-6.92, p<.05). Overall, the people in the unvaccinated group started with a significantly lower intention at the beginning of the session than those who eventually got the shot (mean 1.96 versus 3.25). The number of BCTs used was similar in the groups, regardless of vaccination status at the end of the assessment. Our experience shows that an increase in the intention to be vaccinated is possible among ambivalent patients, even when the intervention is limited to one session. The intervention helped approximately 32% of the patients. They were able to act and take the steps necessary to receive the COVID vaccine, while the ones who did not yet act reported a higher intention at the end of the intervention. The baseline intention could indicate the necessary number of follow-up sessions until a successful outcome. Health psychologists must further define the set of BCTs needed for subsequent interventions.
The influence of the media on children's language
Authors: Dulaj Fridrik
Published: October 2022

Our paper aims to point out the sociolinguistic relations between the Albanian Language dialects and Standard Albanian. The focus of our research are school environments. The roads construction and the freedom of movement inside and outside Kosovo, especially the close relations with Albania and the TV platforms Digitalb and Tring being important sociolinguistic factors have brought closer the sweetness of Albanian Language to Albanians. Therefore, this paper will elaborate the role and connection of these factors in language. TV channels as Bang Bang, T, Tring Tring, Tring Albania, Discovery Science, Tring History, Tring Nature, or the TV program “Albanian Tracks” led by Marin Mema are educational programs that spread general knowledge in different fields like: nature, history, etc. In larger schools, especially in classrooms where students come from different countries, we notice language systems and subsystems which interact in children’s general communication.
Implementation Of Host Learning In The Course Macroeconomic
Authors: Tamboto Henry J. D. , Manongko Allen A. Ch. , Sendouw Recky H. E.
Published: October 2022

This study aims to analyze Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) oriented learning in the Macroeconomic Theory course at the Economic Education Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, Manado State University. This research uses a quantitative approach with experimental methods. The object of research is lecturers and students of the Department of Economic Education, Faculty of Economics and Business, Manado State University. Data were collected through tests, observations, interviews, and documentation and literature studies. The findings of the study are: Inquiry Learning/Learning Model, learning outcomes from Higher order thinking skills (HOTS) can increase in the moderate category with a fairly effective interpretation compared to the control class; using the Problem-based Learning Model (PBL), Higher order thinking skill (HOTS) learning outcomes can be improved compared to control classes with higher average scores of experimental classes than control classes; and Project-based Learning (PJBL), the learning outcomes of higher order thinking skills (HOTS) can be improved compared to the control class with the average experimental class higher than the control class.
Improving teaching and learning activities in subjects from “Human and society” curricular area at secondary school level. Case study for a school in Romania
Authors: Simion Cristina , Enache Rodica Gabriela
Published: October 2022

The present article is an analysis of some efficient didactic strategies for the teaching-learning activities in subjects from “Human and Society” curriculum area at Secondary school and a presentation of a quasi-experimental psychological-pedagogical research that had the objective to measure the effects over students’ performances in subjects from “Human and Society” curricular area following the participation of teaching staff training programs and international mobility.
An Investigation on Using Passive Cooling Roofs Techniques for Improving Climatic Performance of Residential Buildings in Hot Arid Regions based on Post-Occupancy Evaluation of Inhabitants’ Thermal Comfort Appreciations
Authors: Wafa Athmani , Sriti Leila , Dabaieh Marwa
Published: October 2022

In hot dry climates, employing passive cooling roofs systems can provide cooling needs with less amount of electrical energy. Furthermore, when focusing on living spaces in terms of indoor thermal comfort and energy performance issues, occupant’s interaction with the building should not be underestimated. Recent studies with occupant-based focus have shown that human behaviour significantly impacts energy consumption, even more than building design. Likewise, understanding occupant’s interactions within buildings plays a key role in enhancing the indoor environment performance. To examine the potential for cooling load reduction and thermal comfort enhancement by using cool roofs in residential buildings, a study was performed. Considering a sample of twelve multi-story houses located in the city of Biskra (southern Algeria), thermal comfort conditions were analysed on the basis of a post-occupancy evaluation (POE) survey and in situ recorded measurements campaign. The POE household survey indicated that out of 43 respondents, 54% perceive indoor thermal conditions as “hot” during summer period, while 79.33%  of them operate HVAC device day and night. Using interviews, the study also explores social acceptability toward implementing passive roofing techniques. Results showed that cool roof and cool tiles were the best accepted systems with 100% and 90% voted strongly agree. Furthermore, the potential of thermal comfort and energy-efficiency improvements due to cool roofs was investigated through a dynamic simulation using TRNSYS software. Results indicated that air temperature was reduced by an average of 4.11°C to 3.28°C, and cooling loads have decreased to 508.60kWh/m² and 384.54kWh/m² respectively during the hottest period of summer. Therefore, user-centric satisfaction as a research method would enhance future buildings design.
A Qualitative Inquiry on Instructional Strategies and Assessments in Teaching Social Science General Education Courses in the Online Learning Modality
Authors: Mayo-Dosayla Charity Mae , Madrigal Dennis , Dioso Dexter Paul
Published: October 2022

The immediate transitioning of instructional delivery from the traditional face-to-face teaching to online learning prompted college instructors to design pedagogical strategies and assessment tools appropriate for the online learning environment. Instructional strategies and assessments in teaching Social Science general education courses online in the context of state universities and colleges (SUCs) however have not been previously established. Anchoring on social constructivism, post-positivism, and pragmatism, this qualitative inquiry was conducted to determine the teaching methods and assessments employed by social science instructors in SUCs in teaching Readings in Philippine History and Life and Works of Rizal online. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 7 social science instructors from 6 SUCs. Member checking and audit trail by a qualitative research expert were used for data trustworthiness and Lichtman’s 3 Cs was used for data analysis. The qualitative inquiry revealed 7 major themes for online instructional strategies: blended learning activities; synchronous online activities; interactive lecture discussion; group reporting; short videos and films presentation; use of modules in print and soft copy; and advanced readings. Likewise, 5 themes for online assessment were identified: objective test; subjective test; term examination; group projects; and output-making. Results of the study revealed that the instructional strategies and assessments used are constructively aligned with the learning outcomes set in the CHED-prescribed course syllabus but are still the traditional types. Instructors therefore only migrated their teaching practice from the in-person classroom instruction to the online mode.
The Influence of Intellectual Capital and Innovation on the Performance of SOEs in the Banking Sector in Indonesia
Authors: Reynaldi Daniel
Published: October 2022

Purpose- This study aims to determine the effect of intellectual capital, which includes Human Capital (HC), Structured Capital (SC), Capital Employed (CE), and innovation on the performance of SOEs in the Banking Sector in Indonesia

Methodology- This study uses various research and secondary data from journals and books.

Findings- The findings indicate that Intellectual capital, including Human Capital, Structural Capital and Capital Employed, relates positively to organisational performance in the banking sectors. The results also support the argument that innovation played an important role in organisational performance in the banking sectors.

Research Implications- This study limits its generalisations since it is limited to the effect of intellectual capital and innovation on the performance of the company (issuer) in SOEs in the Banking Sector.

Practical Implications- The present study provides insight and knowledge for investors before making financial decisions, such as investment decisions and other investment instruments, to minimise possible risks. This study is expected to be used as a source of information and learning to measure the performance of the company (issuer) and to improve the quality of the company so that it is effective and improves the welfare of the company and its customers. It is hoped that this research can be used as a source of reference and consideration as well as theories for future research.
The Holy Scripture and its role in the development of the personality of believers
Authors: Ghiuță Ștefan-Adrian
Published: October 2022

The explanation of Scripture essentially coincides with the application of its content, with the passage of this content into human life through the foundation of the Church, with the concrete specification of its structures, hierarchically, sacramental based on the indications of the Lord. Thus, Scripture passes into Tradition, which is essentially nothing more than the content of Scripture, applied to human life. A seed of redemption, the Old Testament is fulfilled by the New Testament in which the figure of the Savior and his redemptive deeds can be the most appropriate guide for the Christian's life. But we cannot ignore the divine message of the Word of God that comes to perfect justice through love, through deeds that no longer pour out mercy and charity only on a community but on all humanity.
An Exploratory Analysis of the Number of Corruption Crimes in Romania from 2014 to 2020
Authors: Florea Iulia Oana , Aivaz Kamer Ainur
Published: October 2022

Corruption is a form of dishonesty or a crime that is undertaken by a person or organization entrusted with a position of authority to gain illicit benefits or abuse power for personal gain. Corruption can involve many activities that include bribery, influence peddling and embezzlement and can also involve practices that are legal in many countries. There is a consensus regarding the presence of this phenomenon since ancient times, but this consensus is not maintained regarding the definition or motivation of this phenomenon. The objectives of this paper are to highlight the dynamics of different types of corruption crimes that occurred between 2014 and 2020 in Romania which may help the law enforcement agencies in the fight against corruption. The methodology used for this paper is principal component analysis.
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Authors: Erdoğan Emre
Published: October 2022

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Özel Dosya: Eleştirel Hümanizm ve Ekoloji
Authors: Talay Turner Zeynep , Yazıcı Çiğdem , Ejder Özge
Published: October 2022

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Antroposen Krizinde Batı Bilgeliğini Düşünmek
Authors: Sever Oğuzcan
Published: October 2022

İnsanın doğa üzerindeki dönüştürücü gücüne işaret eden antroposen çağında geri döndürülemez bir tahribata doğru yol aldığımız aşikardır. İnsanın jeolojik bir aktör olduğu bu çağda doğa üzerinde kurulan insan-merkezci tahakküm pratiklerinin tartışılmaya açıl-ması gereklilik halini almıştır. Bu makalenin amacı da günümüz krizinin temelinde yatan düşünme biçimlerine eleştirel yaklaşmak ve onları sorunsallaştırmaktır. Bu amaçla çalışmamızda Batı Felsefe geleneğinin iki önemli uğrağı olan Antik Yunan ve Modern-Kartezyen düşünce incelenecektir. Böylelikle Batı metafiziğinin doğa, madde ve diğer kavramsallaştırmaları çeşitli karşılaştırmalarla tartışmaya açılacaktır. Bu eleştirel yaklaşım yeni bir ontolojinin inşasını ve yeryüzünü içine alacak bir etiğin geliştirilmesini amaçlar. Böylece in-sanı ayrıcalıklı ev sahibi olarak tanımlamak yerine türler arası dayanışmada bir halka olarak niteleyecek yeni bir kavrayışın imkanları aranacaktır.
Hala Zamanımız Var Mı? Bernard Stiegler'in Bireyleşme Sahnesinde Ben, Biz ve Onlar
Authors: Öcel Cansu
Published: October 2022

Stiegler, entropi üreten bir süreç olarak Antroposenin içinde bulunduğumuz mevcut durumu anlamak için tek başına yeterli olmadığı-nı, yaşamın negatif entropi üretme gücünün de bulunduğunu düşünür. Negantropik güçlerin anlaşılabilmesi için ise insanın, biyolojik organların yanında teknik organlar ve sosyal organizasyonlarla da birlikte bireyleştiğinin başka bir deyişle, insanın organolojik bir varlık olduğunun ortaya konulması gerekmektedir. Teknikle insan arasındaki ilişkinin tek taraflı olduğunun düşünülmesi tekniğin bireyleşmedeki rolünü görünmez hale getirmektedir. Bu çalışmada Stiegler’in, Heidegger ve Simondon’un felsefelerinden hareketle nasıl bir bireyleşme sahnesi kurmaya çalıştığı incelenmiştir. Stiegler’e göre Simondon, teknik dışsallaştırma yoluyla kurulan birey-öncesi alanı ortaya çıkarmakta başarılı olsa da bireysizleşme üzerinde yeterince durmamıştır. Stiegler bu eksiği Heidegger’in Varlık ve Zaman’daki herkes (das Man, the they) kavramsallaştırmasında tamamlayabileceğimizi düşünür.
A Grammatological Approach to Transhumanist Thought
Authors: Ünal Anıl
Published: October 2022

Bu çalışma transhumanizm kavramı eksenindeki tartışmalara farklı bir perspektiften yaklaşma teklifini içeriyor. Bu anlamda transhumanizmi bilim kurgu bir kavram olarak değil, insanlık tarihinin en başında konumlamakta ve aslında transhumanizmin insanlığı tanımlayan bir kavram olarak ele almaktadır. Bu çerçevede insan olmanın mantıksal olarak nasıl ele alınabileceğine ilişkin olarak Turing testi gündeme getirilmekte ve geleneksel olmayan biçimde gramatolojik bir analizi sunulmaktadır.
New Media Technologies as Pharmacon
Authors: Atasever Mahmut Burak
Published: October 2022

Felsefe tarihinin ilgi alanı içinde henüz yeterince yer kaplamayan iki araştırma alanını, teknoloji ve Antroposen kavramlarını ele alan bu çalışma, dünyanın teknolojiyle birlikte nasıl evrimleşmekte olduğunu medya teknolojileri ve spesifik olarak da internet özelinde analiz etmektedir. Çağımızın tıbbi, ekonomik, politik, kültürel ve anlamla ilgili krizlerinin, Antroposen Çağı özelinde artık tüm gezegenin krizi olması sebebiyle, başta fenomenolojik gelenek, akabinde post-fenomenolojik felsefe ve Stiegler felsefelerinin araçlarıyla gerçekleştirilen bu çalışma, Antroposen’in krizinin sebep ve sonuçlarını araştırmaktadır. Krizin merkezinde konumlanan teknik nesneyle ilişkimiz etraflıca incelenmiştir. Sonuç itibariyle, bir farmakon olarak teknolojinin mevzubahis kaçınılmaz çift yönlü etkisinin, etik-politik bir düzlemde keşfedilebilecek pozitif iyileştirici reçeteleri ortaya koyulmuştur.
Ekoeleştirel Perspektiften İklim Krizini Yeniden Okumak: Yaşar Kemal Edebiyatında Yer Alan İnsan-Doğa İkiliğinin Güncel İklim Anlatısındaki Yeri
Authors: Aslan Onur
Published: October 2022

Bu çalışmada Yaşar Kemal metinleri ekoeleştirel yöntemle ele alınarak, uluslararası alanda hâkim olan iklim değişikliği söylemiyle eleştirel teorinin sunduğu argümanlar arasındaki karşıtlıklar incelenmiştir. Çalışmanın çerçevesi içerisinde buradaki karşıtlıkların okunması için iki başlıktan yararlanılmıştır. Bunlardan ilki İnsan-doğa ilişkisi, diğeri ise eko-adalet/eko-eşitlik kavramları üzerinden yapılan yerellik-evrensellik tartışmasıdır. Bu analizden hareketle literatürde Yaşar Kemal üzerinden yapılan ekoeleştirel okumalara eleştirel teoriye dayanan bir yaklaşım getirilerek bu yöntemin siyasal alandaki rolü vurgulanmıştır. Deniz Küstü, Teneke, Yanan Ormanlarda Elli Gün, Demirciler Çarşısı Cinayeti, Kuşlar da Gitti, İnce Memed gibi metinler üzerinden yapılan okumalarda Yaşar Kemal edebiyatının eleştirel teoriye yakın bir ekoloji ve çevre anlayışı geliştirdiğinin altı çizilmiştir.
Politik Bir Kavram Olarak Bakım ve İhtimam Toplumu
Authors: Akkan Başak
Published: October 2022

Son 20-30 yıl içerisinde feminist yazında bakım kavramını ele alan çalışmaların sayısı arttı. Ancak bakım kavramı farklı boyutlarıyla tartışabilecek, karmaşık bir kavram olma özelliğini koruyor. Son dönemde, eşitlik mücadelelerinin, ihtimam toplumu tahayyüllerinin ve toplumsal dayanışma ilişkilerinin biçimlerini belirleyen bir kavram olarak da bakım, günlük yaşamımızda daha fazla telaffuz edilir hale geldi. Bakım kavramının bugün sosyal bilimlerde bu kadar üzerinde durulan bir kavram olması da, bakımın toplumsal eşitsizlikleri ortaya koyduğu kadar, iyi toplum tahayyülleri için de ışık tutucu bir kavram olması. Bu makale, bakım kavramını politik bir kavram olarak ele alıyor, feminist yazına dayanan bir yaklaşım ile bakım kavramını farklı boyutları ile tartışarak, ihtimam toplumu tahayyüllerimizde bakım kavramının ve bakım etiğinin toplumsal bir arada olma ve dayanışma ilişkilerimizi düzenleyici rolü üzerinde duruyor. Makale, salgın ile birlikte dünyanın gündemine oturan bakım tartışmalarını kuramsal bir çerçeve sunarak bakım siyasetinin kamusal alandaki yerini bir kez daha tartışmaya açıyor.
Structural Properties of Monoamine Oxidase B Complexed with Adrenaline in the Deamination Reaction: A Theoretical Study
Authors: Kaewkwan Kwanchanok , Payaka Apirak
Published: October 2022

Monoamine Oxidase B (MAO B) is a flavoenzyme that regulates and oxidizes monoamine neurotransmitters such as adrenaline, noradrenaline and dopamine. The oxidation reaction also produces hydrogen peroxide that can be harmful to dopaminergic neurons leading to neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. MAO B inhibitor is consequently used for preventing those neurological disorders. The structural details insight into the oxidation reaction mechanism of MAO B are vital to design specific inhibitors. A theoretical study is used to explain structural details of theoretical states in molecular level. In this work, the deamination reaction of adrenaline by MAO B was carried out to gain molecular-level details via ONIOM technique at M062X/6–31+G(d,p):PM6 level of theory. According to ONIOM calculation results, there are 4 key MAO B active site residues which are Leu171, Phe343, Tyr398 and Tyr435. Residues that bind adrenaline via hydrophobic interactions are Leu171, Phe343 and Tyr398 while Tyr435 binds via hydrogen bond. Additionally, NBO analysis suggests that the mechanism of this reaction is a hybrid between hydride transfer and polar nucleophilic characters.
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The structural properties along the adrenaline deamination reaction by MAO B have been revealed by ONIOM technique
Key MAO B active site residues for designing more specific MAO B inhibitors have been identified in this study
The mechanism of adrenaline deamination reaction by MAO B is a mixture between hydride transfer mechanism and polar nucleophilic mechanism

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A review of traditional grain-based complementary foods for children aged 6-23 months in selected African countries
Authors: Dhliwayo Tafadzwa Christine , Nyanga Loveness Kuziwa , Chopera Prosper , Matsungo Tonderayi Mathew , Chidewe Cathrine
Published: October 2022

Background: Wheat and maize flour still represent the bulk ingredient in complementary foods. There is an increasing interest in traditional cereal grain-based products due to their positive health effects. The positive health benefits include; more protein and fiber content than modern grains and most are naturally gluten-free. Aims: To identify available traditional grain-based complementary food options used for children aged 6-23months in Africa, including the effects of various processing techniques on the nutritional value of the food products. Material and Methods: We searched SciELO, Google Scholar, AGORA, JSTOR, MedLine, ScienceDirect, SpringerLink, Wiley Online, and PubMed databases for the following (a) studies on the formulation of homemade or commercialized traditional grain-based complementary feeding porridges, (b) studies where traditional grains such as sorghum, finger millet, guinea millet, and pearl millet were used as the main ingredient. In addition, we evaluated the food processing techniques used, the resultant nutritional quality, and the acceptability of the product. Results: Thirteen eligible studies were identified. Traditional grains used frequently as complementary foods for children aged 6-23 months in Africa were pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum), millet (Panicum miliaceum), sorghum (Sorghum bicolor. L), and finger millet (Eleusine coracana). The most common techniques to improve the nutrition content of the foods were: fermentation, germination, and addition of legumes. Additionally, minor investigations have been carried out on effectiveness of these porridges in reducing malnutrition prevalence in this age group. Conclusions: In overall more studies are required with the focus on investigating the development of novel strategies to improve the nutritional profiles, safety, and acceptability of traditional grain-based complementary foods. Furthermore, their effectiveness to improve nutrition status of children needs to be investigated.
Keywords: Complementary food, Infants, Traditional Grains, Africa.
Effectiveness of livestock delivery services of dairy cooperatives of Kerala state
Authors: Hosure Shreyansh , Rajeev T. S. , Jiji R. S. , George P. Reeja , Prasad A. , Gleeja V. L.
Published: October 2022

The present study aimed to know the effectiveness of livestock services delivered by the veterinarians working under state regional cooperative milk producers’ union (SRCMPU) and farmers views on these services. An ex-post-facto research design was adopted for the study. A total of fifteen veterinarians working under SRCMPU, Kerala, and thirty livestock farmers dependent on SRCMPU for the livestock services were selected. Data collection was done through using structured interview schedule method. The result from the study revealed that majority of the veterinarians and livestock farmers perceived curative services (60.00% and 46.66%), production services (53.33% and 63.33%), preventive services (53.34% and 56.66%), extension services (60.00% and 50.00%) and miscellaneous services (60.00% and 60.00%) as average. About satisfaction level, majority of the livestock farmers had medium level of satisfaction towards curative services (66.66%), production services (43.33%), preventive services (60.00%), extension services (50.00%) and miscellaneous services (60.00%). It is concluded from the result that there is need to improve the quality of livestock services from both veterinarians and farmers point of view. It is the need of hour to analyze and interpret the current scenario of service delivery systems of state regional cooperative milk producers’ union through assessing the constraints perceived by them in livestock service delivery.
Effects of fermented soybean meal, probiotics and organic acids on intestinal morphology, pH and microbial count in broilers
Authors: Supriya Ratna , Chacko Binoj , Anitha P. , Suja C. S. , Priya P. M.
Published: October 2022

The study was conducted to compare the effects of fermented soybean meal (FSBM), probiotics and organic acids in the diet of broiler chicken on intestinal morphology, pH and microbial count. A total of 160, day-old Vencobb 430Y broiler chicks were randomly selected and divided into five treatments with four replicates of eight birds each. The dietary treatment groups were as follows: T1 - basal diet with corn-soybean meal (control); T2 - control diet with 100 per cent replacement of soybean meal by FSBM; T3 - control diet supplemented with 0.05 per cent probiotics; T4 - control diet supplemented with 0.1 per cent organic acids; T5 - control diet supplemented with both probiotics and organic acids. The results indicated significant (p<0.01) improvement in the duodenal and jejunal morphology of birds in terms of villi height, crypt depth and their ratio in all the experimental groups. There was significant (p<0.01) reduction in ileal E. coli and coliform count in broilers of all the experimental groups compared to the control group. All the experimental diets significantly increased (p<0.01) the lactic acid bacteria count in ileum of broilers. Ileal pH was significantly (p<0.01) lowered in all the experimental groups compared to control group. In this study, the dietary inclusion of FSBM showed better improvement in intestinal morphology and microbial balance compared to control, probiotic and organic acids supplemented groups and at par with that of combination of probiotic and organic acids group.
Expression profilingof Ecto-NOX Disulfide-Thiol Exchanger 2 (ENOX2) gene during heat stress in Attappady black and Malabari goats
Authors: Vibhuti Aishwary , Venkatachalapthy R. Thirupathy , Pramod S. , Aravindakshan T.V. , Beena V.
Published: October 2022

Thermal stress is one of the major factors negatively influencing livestock production.Goats are known for their ability to adapt to adverse environmental conditions as they possessunique adaptive traits due to behavioural, morphological, physiological, and largely genetic bases.There is a high need to select goats that are suited to a wide range of geographical and harshenvironments. The present study was carried out to analyse the expression profile of ENOX2 genein heat stress susceptible (HSS) and heat stress tolerant (HST) individuals in Attappady black andMalabari goat breeds. The temperature humidity index (THI) was calculated during the period of theexperiment. Total RNA was isolated from the whole blood of HST and HSS groups of both breeds.The relative expression pattern of ENOX2 gene showed 1.74 and 5.27 fold higher expression whencompared to the control (HST) in Attappady black and Malabari goats, respectively.
Demographic studies and constraints of buffalo farming in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh
Authors: Rao B.V.V. Satyanarayana , Anitha A. , Rao S. Jagadeeswara , Subrahmanyeswari B.
Published: October 2022

A survey was conducted to analyse the buffalo farming system in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. The demographic studies showed that 77 per cent of buffalo farmers in the study area were of middle age. Majority of buffalo milk producers in delta and upland areas belonged to other caste, but in agency area, most belonged to scheduled tribe. Buffalo farmers under the survey were educated (52.67%) and agriculture was their occupation supported by dairying. Buffalo farmers in agency area practiced agriculture, horticulture and dairying whereas in delta and upland area practiced only agriculture and dairying. Majority of milk producers in delta area were small farmers and in upland area were marginal farmer category. Most (83.67%) of the families were of small size (up to 4 members) in the study area. Upland milk producers had more extension contact with veterinarians (53%). Most (83.67%) of the milk producers had no exposure to mass media. Inadequate availability of fodder seed/ slipswas the major constraint perceived by the milk producers of study area. Veterinarians expressed problem of anestrous or silent heat and repeat breeding in buffaloes as major constraints in dairy production in East Godavari district.
Effect of chitosan and L-carnitine supplementation on carcass characteristics of broiler chicken
Authors: Shajini S. , Joseph Beena C. , Anitha P. , Harikrishnan S. , Purushothaman Sajith
Published: October 2022

The experiment was conducted to compare the effect of chitosan and L-carnitine supplementation on carcass characteristics of broiler chicken. A total of 150, day-old Vencobb 430Y broiler chicks were randomly selected and divided into three treatments with five replicates of ten birds each. The dietary treatment groups were as follows: T1 -standard broiler ration (SBR) formulated as per BIS (2007); T2–SBR supplemented with chitosan at 30 g/kg diet; T3–SBR supplemented with L-carnitine at 0.05 g/kg diet. The results indicated that the mean abdominal fat pad per cent of broilers in chitosan supplemented group (T2) was significantly (p<0.01) lower than L-carnitine supplemented group (T3) and both were statistically lower than the control group. However, there was no significant difference in other carcass characteristics among treatment groups except the heart yield percentage. The mean heart yield per cent of broilers showed a significantly (p<0.05) lower value in broilers fed with chitosan as compared to the other treatment groups. The results obtained from the study indicated that supplementation of chitosan and L-carnitine caused a significant reduction in the abdominal fat pad per cent without any adverse effects on growth performance as well as carcass characteristics of broiler chicken.
Influence of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae feeding on carcass characteristics of Gramasree hens
Authors: Nilugonda Avinash , Sankaralingam S. , Anitha P. , Mathew D. K. Deepak , Aswathi P. B.
Published: October 2022

The study on the evaluation of carcass characteristics of Gramasree hens by feeding fresh black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) as soya bean meal replacer at 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100 per cent levels was carried out at University Poultry and Duck Farm, Mannuthy, Thrissur, Kerala, for a period of 8 weeks. Eighty numbers of 40 week old Gramasree hens were allotted to five treatment groups with four replicates each and with four birds in each replicate. Slaughter parameters like pre-slaughter body weight, dressing percentage and eviscerated percentage were not affected by the inclusion of fresh BSFL. Abdominal fat was significantly (p<0.05) lower in BSFL fed groups compared to control. Breast yield was significantly (p<0.05) lower in 75 and 100 per cent groups compared to control. No significant difference was noticed in thighs yield. Drumsticks yield was significantly (p<0.05) lower in 50 per cent group and wing yield was significantly (p<0.05) lower in 50 and 100 per cent replacement groups compared to control. The heart, liver and gizzard yield were not affected by BSFL feeding. This study concludes that although fresh BSFL contains higher percentage of ether extract, the presence of chitin and chitosan prevents the abdominal fat deposition and also influences certain carcass characteristics negatively.
Alteration of claw dimensions in dairy cows affected with laminitis related sole lesions
Authors: Philip Laiju M. , Martin K. D. John , Venugopal Syam K. , Anoop S. , Raji K. , Simon Shibu
Published: October 2022

This study was conducted among 18 lactating crossbred cows that had clinical lameness associated with painful sole lesions. Claw dimensions were recorded using standard techniques from affected claws in selected animals before functional hoof trimming and compared with standard values. A significant (p < 0.01) increase in the toe height and claw diagonal of the affected claws of selected animals was observed when compared to the standard values. Toe angle and heel height were significantly (p < 0.01) lower when compared to the standard values. No significant changes could be recognised in the toe length of the affected claws. Functional hoof trimming revealed laminitis related sole lesions like sole ulcers and white line which caused lameness in selected animals.
Efficacy of pectin-honey hydrogel and vitamin E in prevention of post-surgical intraperitoneal adhesions in rabbits
Authors: Kalita F. , Nath P. J. , Deuri B. , Tamuly S. , Begum S. A.
Published: October 2022

Abdominal as well as intra-visceral adhesions are considered to be one of the major postsurgical complications which is the results of inflammation, coagulation and fibrin depositions due to surgical injuries or irritations at the time of surgical intervention. In the present study, eighteen numbers of apparently healthy adult rabbits of either sex equally divided in to three groups were used to see the efficacy of Pectin-Honey Hydrogel and Olive oil-vitamin E preparation in prevention of induced intraperitoneal adhesions. Group A, Group B and Group C were treated with intraperitoneal application of normal saline, Pectin-Honey Hydrogel and Olive oil-vitamin E preparation respectively following induced peritonitis. Clinical parameters (0th 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th and 10th days), biochemistry of peritoneal fluid (0th, 10th, 20th and 30th days) was carried out. The surgical wounds were reopened on 10th, 20th and 30th day for macroscopic assessment of adhesions. Clinical parameters found to be significantly elevated (P < 0.05) on 2nd post-surgical; however, the changes were within the physiological limit. Peritoneal fluid biochemistry revealed significant higher total protein concentration in Group A followed by Group C & B. A significantly lower catalase activity of peritoneal fluid was found in Group B post-surgically. Macroscopic peritoneal and visceral adhesion score was recorded highest in Group A and lowest in Group B. The present study revealed that Pectin-Honey Hydrogel and Olive oil-vitamin E preparation effectively prevent peritoneal adhesion in rabbits and promises its clinical use.
Endoscopic evaluation of Spirocerca lupi infection in a non-descript dog: A case report
Authors: Jayakrishnan Jayakrishnan , Venugopal Syam K. , Philip Laiju. M. , Kumar S. Ajith , Ramankutty Soumya , Martin K. D. John , Varghese Reji
Published: October 2022

A non-descript dog about three years was presented with the history of vomiting for three weeks with yellow colour vomitus. Lateral survey radiography of thorax revealed elevated thoracic trachea with enlarged mediastenal lymph node and nodular lesion underneath at the level of third intercostal space. On endoscopic examination, the oesophageal mucosa was pale pink in colour with two glistening nodules in the proximal thoracic oesophagus. Histopathological examination of oesophageal nodular biopsy revealed fibrous tissue infiltrated with inflammatory cells. Coprological examination demonstrated presence of ova of Spirocerca lupi worms and the condition was diagnosed as a case of Spirocerca lupi infection. The dog was treated with doramectin, rabeprazole and ondansetron and became asymptomatic within three weeks of treatment.
Effects on Panels Performance Submerged in Liquid
Authors: Senger Himanshu , Kumar Sheo , Ram Singh Hare
Published: October 2022

One of the materials used in the manufacture of solar panels is a semiconductor that is sensitive to the radiation falling on it. Semiconductor materials begin to heat up and lose efficiency over a certain limit, which causes the power output to decrease too low to be practical. The high temperature problem is overcome utilising a variety of cooling approach. It is widely acknowledged that all of humanity's energy needs, both direct and indirect, are met by the Sun and other renewable energy sources. The industrial revolution, which brought about a number of changes and resulted in the widespread adoption of a new energy source, was launched by the invention of the steam engine [3]. The initial error of using fossil fuels—oil and natural gas—was used by biofuels, oil, and natural gas after the development of combustion engines, and electricity was decentralized.
Efficiency Comparison of PV Panels Employing Diverse Cooling Strategies
Authors: Kumar Neeraj , Pandey Neeraj Kumar
Published: October 2022

Effective heat storage materials have a higher specific heat capacity than others. Photovoltaic panels are unable to generate electricity from all of the radiation. Only a small portion is converted to electrical energy; the majority is converted to heat, which raises the operating temperature of the cell. The efficiency of the cell decreases with increased operating temperature. In this study, we examine the effects of different cooling strategies, such as phase change material cooling, thermoelectric cooling, nanotube cooling, etc., on operating temperature. The article's goal is to evaluate the panel's various cooling-related parameters and offer suggestions for the most effective cooling technique. Additionally, the panel temperature is adjusted for three distinct environmental conditions. According to the investigation, water spraying from the panel's front and back results in the biggest temperature change and boosts panel performance.
Modulation control of Impedance inverter for Maximum Output
Authors: Agarwal Dushyant
Published: October 2022

India has seen a notable increase in adoption of the renewable energy, Various policies and schemes had been proposed in India to focalize on renewable energy sector. For solar energy conversion, an AC module that functions as a grid-connected inverter after a PV module is needed. ZSI is being used to alleviate a myriad of issues that VSI and CSI have. An impedance source inverter provided with triggering pulses generated by maximum boost control modulation technique is presented in this paper. The triggering pulses are generated by bringing the input sinusoidal and triangular waves on the same graph. Maximum boosted output can be achieved through this method just by adjusting its modulation index and shoot-through intervals.
Discussion on an Overview of Graphene Nanocomposites and Dielectric Elastomers
Authors: Prasad Verma Rajendra , Chandra Srivastava Sharad
Published: October 2022

This article examines the most current advancements in dielectric elastomer actuator technology. The adaptability of these actuators makes them helpful in a wide range of situations. Dielectric elastomers, a kind of electroactive polymer, undergo a transformation when subjected to an electric field. When compared to piezoelectric materials, shape memory alloys, ionic polymer metallic materials, and form memory alloys, EAPs' applicability for the design of a broad range of sensors, actuators, and biomedical equipment is better. Because EAPs are able to preserve their original shape even after being distorted, this is why they are so effective. Since EAPs are light, adaptable, simple to manufacture, economically viable, and compatible with surfaces and geometries of varying complexity, this is the case. Shape-memory alloys and materials with piezoelectric characteristics are also included. The working electric field is rather intense, and the dielectric constant is quite low, making this material challenging to deal with. This is the most significant stumbling block in the process of dealing with this particular substance. One way to deal with this problem is to use filler materials that are extremely conductive, such as graphene oxide (GO), reduced graphene oxide (RGO), or functionalized graphene oxide. Functionalized graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide are other possible techniques. In addition to functionalized graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide, there are two more ways that might be used. A lot of choices are now at your disposal, including this one. Actuators that rely on this material may now be built since EAPs composites have been created with a typical low operating voltage (on the request for 50 V/m). To put it another way, we can now design actuators that are reliant on this material. These materials are used as actuators in many different types of control, adaptable, and automated systems, including many different academic areas, such as science, electromechanics, and others. [For instance:] There are several examples of this, such as: [As an illustration:] ... [Here's a great example of] There are a number of issues related with the usage of electroactive polymers (EAPs) in this study, which was focused on the operating principle and actuation mechanism.
Implementations of PV Boost Control Employing Impedance Source Inverter
Authors: Pratap Rai Bhanu , Kumar Verma Narendra , Mishra Ankush
Published: October 2022

The purpose of this work is to investigate an impedance source inverter (ZSI) and the analysis of its steady state in a range of different operating conditions. ZSI is being used to alleviate a myriad of issues that VSI and CSI have The shoot-through control approach that is utilized to generate pulses that are sent to semiconductor switches is directly related to the output voltage of the ZSI. Among the several techniques that can be used, the one that involves the least amount of complexity is the one that is used here. Voltage boosting and ZSI operation of the converter are only required when the input from the solar panel is low, because the dc input from the panel is not always stable; otherwise Typical PWM inverter activities will be carried out by this device. The triggering pulses are generated by bringing the input sinusoidal and triangular waves on the same graph Modeling a basic boost controller using MATLAB/SIMULINK is performed., and the outcomes of both conditions are investigated.
Charging System for Auxilliary Storage in Plug-In Vehicle
Authors: Srivastava Rohit , Kumar Srivastava Arunesh
Published: October 2022

Almost all vehicles have their own on-board batteries charging systems, while some do allow the charging of their batteries using off-board batteries charging systems, such as public charging stations. This charging system is an AC-DC power circuit that needs to be managed to respect the nominal characteristics of the vehicle's batteries and prolong their lifespan. It should also keep an eye on the batteries while they run to guard against harm caused by charging or discharging. The ACDC power circuit can be constructed using a variety of topologies depending on the desired system characteristics. There are two different types of architectures—direct and indirect architectures—that can be used to link EVs to the grid. The EV and the grid system operator only have one communication channel to use under the direct architecture. On the other hand, the indirect architecture calls for communication between a grid operator and a middle system.
Evaluation of the Core Processor Cache Memory Architecture's Performance
Authors: Shrivastava Anurag , Gupta Mohan
Published: October 2022

In this study, memory architectures for single-bit caches are studied. Voltage differential sense amplifiers and charge transfer differential sense amplifiers are used to study a six-transistor static random-access memory. In a single-bit, six-transistor static random-access memory, it has been demonstrated that the voltage differential sensing amplifier uses the least power.
IoT Applications: Analysis of MTCMOS Cache Memory Architecture in a Processor
Authors: Kumar Lamba Anil , Konidena Anuradha
Published: October 2022

The main goals of the suggested inquiry are to measure how much power an amplifier uses, determine how much leaks through SRAM, and use the data. The main issue with the cache memory's design was leakage power. The charge transfer sense amplifier had the lowest value compared to other sense amplifiers' power consumption figures, even though we used MTCMOS and Footer Stack to reduce leaky power. The design included MTCMOS-CTSA and MTCMOS-SRAM memory to reduce power consumption. Fusing CTSA and SRAM with MTCMOS technology can produce low-power cache memory. This cache memory uses a lot less power than CTSA and SRAM devices
Modulation control of Impedance inverter for Constant Output
Authors: kumar Tiwari Nitendra , Kumar Tiwari Dharmendra
Published: October 2022

For solar energy conversion, an AC module that functions as a grid-connected inverter after a PV module is needed. ZSI is being used to alleviate a myriad of issues that VSI and CSI have. India has seen a notable increase in adoption of the renewable energy, Various policies and schemes had been proposed in India to focalize on renewable energy sector. The triggering pulses are generated by bringing the input sinusoidal and triangular waves on the same graph. Maximum boosted output can be achieved through this method just by adjusting its modulation index and shoot-through intervals. An impedance source inverter provided with triggering pulses generated by maximum constant boost control modulation technique is presented in this paper.
Performance Analysis of LNA for IoT Application using Noise cancellation Technique
Authors: Kumar Anurag
Published: October 2022

Using a noise amplifier cancellation approach, a quantitative and yield test on a low-noise amplifier was completed. A single inductor on a common source line can be used to construct a device with a broad bandwidth, low noise figures (NF), and high-power gain. The suggested low-noise amplifier uses complementary metal-oxide semiconductor technology for the optimum power gain and noise figure.
Modulation Control of Impedance Inverter to achieve Simple and Maximum Boosted Output
Authors: Kumar Katiyar Sudhir , Gupta Mohan
Published: October 2022

India has seen a notable increase in adoption of the renewable energy, Various policies and schemes had been proposed in India to focalize on renewable energy sector. For solar energy conversion, an AC module that functions as a grid-connected inverter after a PV module is needed. ZSI is being used to alleviate a myriad of issues that VSI and CSI have. An impedance source inverter provided with triggering pulses generated by maximum boost control modulation technique is presented in this paper. The shoot-through control approach that is utilized to generate pulses that are sent to semiconductor switches is directly related to the output voltage of the ZSI. Among the several techniques that can be used, the one that involves the least amount of complexity is the one that is used here. The output of PV module which is mostly of lower range must be increased in able to link to the grid due to its inconsistent and fluctuating nature. This study compares and contrasts the modulation techniques used for 3-ZSI in order to highlight their fundamental differences. It then offers a practical method for obtaining high output voltage with minimal voltage stress on the inverter's switching components.