bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Developing the aquaticity level in healthy adolescents. A randomized control study
Authors: Varveri Danae , Karatzaferi Christina , Polatou Elizana , Sakkas Giorgos K. 
Published: December 2024

Aquaticity is an important parameter of human aquatic performance and behavior and can be objectively assessed by the aquaticity assessment test. Low aquaticity score can unveil a person's high risk in the water while it could dictate the specific characteristics that need to be addressed or developed for improving water competence.AimThe aim of the current study was to assess whether human aquaticity can be developed by systematic exercise and which type of training is more effective in improving aquaticity score.MethodsTwenty healthy untrained, high school students (8M/12F, 16.5 ± 0.7) participated in the study after obtaining parental consent. Participants were screened for their aquaticity level using the Aquaticity Assessment Test (AAT) and randomly divided into two groups: Group A (4M/6F, 16.3 ± 0.8) completed a classical swimming training program, while Group B (Aquaticity) (4M/6F, 16.8 ± 0.5) completed the aquaticity intervention program. Both interventions lasted for two months (3 workouts per week, lasting 60 min per session) while participants assessed before and after the training period using the same testing protocol and evaluators.ResultsAquaticity score was improved after training by 13% (13.23 ± 6.88%) for Group A (Swimming training) and 26% (−26.6 ± 10.40%) for Group B (Aquaticity training) (p = 0.004). In Group A (swimming), 7 out of 10 tasks were improved significantly compared the pre-values (p &lt; 0.05) while in Group B (aquaticity) 10 out of 10 shown significant improvements compared to pre-training values. Interestingly, the magnitude of change between the two groups was statistically significant in 5 out of 10 tasks (tasks 2, 3, 7, 9, 10) implying a higher magnitude of improvements in the aquaticity intervention group compare to swimming group.DiscussionAquaticity can be developed and improved when a specific training program applied. Essential to water competence aquaticity skills can be advanced using simple aquaticity training games that can improve water confidence and reduce drowning related accidents.
Analisis Upaya Pencegahan Pencemaran Minyak dapat Meminimalisirkan Prevention of Polution by Oil saat Proses Tank Cleaning dengan Menggunakan Matriks Penilaian Resiko
Authors: Sitepu Firdaus , Haryanto Tri 
Published: December 2024

Tujuan penelitan mengoptimalisasikan upaya penceghan pencemaran minyak saat proses tank cleaning dan untuk mengetahui apakah cara mengoptimalisasikan tersebut dapat meminimalisirkan pencemaran minyak. Metode tank cleaning yang sistematis yaitu perencanaan, persiapan, pelaksanaan dan evaluasi. Kurang optimalnya peralatan pencegahan pencemaran laut saat tank cleaning dapat menimbulkan bahaya pencemaran di laut. Seperti kasus tumpahan minyak oleh MT. Mantora pada tahun 2009 di laut timur yang menyebabkan perairan Laut timur dialiri minyak selama 74 hari dan membuat ekosistem laut menurun dan mata pencarian nelayan berkurang. Selama penulis melaksanakan penelitian diatas kapal masih ditemukan anak buah kapal yang tidak memahami tentang upaya pencegahan pencemaran laut saat proses tank cleaning di atas kapal, dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitaif dimana sumber data berasal dari Observasi, Kuesioner, Dokumentasi, Studi Pustaka. Hasil peneliti menunjukan bahwa mengoptimalisasikan pencemaran minyak di laut saat proses tank cleaning yaitu dengan cara meningkatkan keterampilan crew kapal dalam penaganan pencemaran minyak dilaut serta familiarisasi terhadap kegiatan tank cleaning serta alat-alat yang akan digunakan dalam proses kegiatan tersebut, tidak hanya itu perekrutan crew kapal sesuai dengan standar perusahaan agar crew kapal tersebut siap bekerja di atas kapal terutama kapal tanker.
Antioxidant Activity, Phytochemical Screening, and LC/MS-MS Characterization of Polyphenol Content of Jordanian Habitat of Pennisetum Setaceum Aqueous Leaf Extract
Authors: Al-Halaseh Lidia , Issa Reem , Said Rana , Al-suhaimat Rawan 
Published: December 2024

Background: Pennisetum setaceum is an easy-grow and highly adaptable plant characterized by ravishing stalks and colorful leaves. Therefore, this species has been utilized as a green solution in preserving and restoring the ecological balance and developing biodiversity. In addition, different medicinal uses of the plant have been investigated. Yet, modest research was performed to explore the antioxidant activity and the phytochemical composition of the plant.
Objectives: The current research aims to evaluate the phytochemical composition and the antioxidant activity for the Jordanian habitat of P. setaceum.
Methods: Aqueous extract of leaves was prepared by maceration. Screening tests for the identification of secondary metabolite content were conducted using standard procedures. The free radical scavenging activity for the extract was determined using DPPH (2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) assay and compared with ascorbic acid. The LC-MS/MS analysis was performed focusing on the phenolic content of the extract.
Results: The screening tests revealed the presence of steroids, triterpenoids, alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids, and polyphenols, while saponins were not observed. At a concentration of 4 mg/ml, the free radical scavenging activity for the extract was only 41.32%, compared to 85.54% for ascorbic acid. The LC-MS/MS analysis revealed the presence of eight different phenolic compounds: Succinic acid, protocatechuic aldehyde, 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid, 2,3-trans-3,4-trans-leucocyanidin, apiin, iso-orientin, and apigenin, and 5,6,4'-trihydroxy-7,3'-dimethoxyflavone.
Conclusion: The presence of a limited number of phenolic compounds in the P. setaceum extract may explain its weak antioxidant activity. Further research is required to identify other (non-phenolic) secondary metabolites content, which would enhances our understanding of the roles this plant species play in agricultural, ecological, or medical applications.
الحماية الدولية للبيئة وفق مبدأ التنمية المستدامة
Authors: Taher Karrar Abdul-Ridha 
Published: December 2024

يؤشر مدير برنامج الامم المتحدة الانمائي (UNDP) اكيم شتايز , حالة البيئة السيئة في ظل التقدم الاقتصادي و التكنولوجي , بقوله : " و تظهر مؤشراتنا البيئية ان تقدمنا اليوم ياتي على حساب اولادنا ففي تغير المناخ و تضاؤل التنوع البيولوجي , و استنفاد موارد الاراضي و المياه العذبة , مخاطر جسيمة على الجنس البشري , تتطلب تحولاً فوريا ً و جذرياً في انماط الانتاج و الاستهلاك " مما يثبت اهمية توفير الحماية الازم توفرها للبيئة , و يعد مبدأ التنمية المستدامة من اهم المباديء التي توفر الحماية للبيئة . برز مفهوم التنمية بعد الحرب العالمية الثانية و حصول مجتمعات العالم الثالث على استقلالها السياسي حينما بدات الدول الراسمالية الكبرى تروج للفكر التنموي التقليدي الذي يؤكد على معاناة دول العالم الثالث من الفقر و الجهل هو نتاج تخلفها , و ليس لاستعمارها لسنوات طويلة , و من ثم طرح ذلك الفكر مفهوم التنمية كأداة لتجاوز حالة التخلف و اللحاق بالدول المتقدمة , لذلك فان مفهوم التنمية اقتصر طوال القرن الماضي على المفهوم الاقتصادي فقد كان من المتوقع ان يكون لهذا اثاره سواء الايجابية او السلبية و في خضم التزايد السكاني الكبير الهائل الذي رافق التطور التكنولوجي المتسارع , المحكوم برغبة النمو الاقتصادي المضطرد . اما المفهوم القانوني للتنمية المستدامة فتعني : تلبية احتياجات الحاضر من استخدام الموارد الطبيعية و الحصول على الخدمات الصحية و التعليمية و فرص العمل و محاربة الفقر و البطالة و تحقيق الرفاه الاقتصادي , و الاخذ بعين الاعتبار احتياجات الاجيال القادمة من هذه الموارد و الاحتياجات .
Peningkatan Digitalisasi Desa Wisata Melalui Branding Strategi di Indonesia
Authors: Nurafifah Syifa Annisa , Nurmandi Achmad , Fridayani Helen dian 
Published: December 2024

Dalam konteks digitalisasi desa wisata terdapat beberapa indikator untuk bisa mewujudkan digitalisasi desa wisata diantaranya yaitu promotion, pricing, place, attraction, partnership, dan accesibility. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memahami bagaimana meningkatkan digitalisasi desa wisata di Indonesia melalui penggunaan branding strategy. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu metode analisis kualitatif dengan menggunakan sumber data sekunder dari berita media massa, jurnal, artikel yang diolah menggunakan Software Vosviewers dan Nvivo 12 sebagai bentuk visualisasi data. Hasil dari penelitian ini diperoleh hasil yaitu dengan menggunakan branding strategy digitalisasi desa wisata di Indonesia berhasil mengalami peningkatan. Salah satu keberhasilan dalam penggunaan branding strategy yaitu dengan meningkatnya indikator promotion, partnership serta attraction. Hal ini didukung dengan beberapa bukti salah satunya menurut Digital Global Overview Report Indonesia menunjukan bahwa YouTube merupakan salah satu media untuk promosi desa wisata. Dan berdasarkan Jadesta. Kemenparekraf menunjukan bahwa attraction desa wisata yang ada di Indonesia paling banyak yaitu memperlihatkan keindahan alam.
Kata kunci: Digitalisasi Wisata, Desa Wisata, Branding Strategy
UPAYA INDONESIA DALAM MENANGANI PENYELUNDUPAN NARKOBA MELALUI PERAIRAN ACEH
Authors: Anindita Vanya , Darwis  , Supriadi Imam Fadhil Nugraha 
Published: December 2024

This research analyzes the efforts made by the Indonesian government in drug smuggling cases, especially in the maritime region of Aceh. This research will also further examine the various challenges faced by the Indonesian government in handling drug smuggling cases. These include Indonesia's lack of information technology capabilities that have not been able to compete with the technological advances used by organized criminal networks. The results of this study show that although Indonesia has cooperated with various regional and international organizations to obtain financial assistance for the implementation of rehabilitation for drug users and victims as well as support in the more innovative information technology sector, this has not shown significant results in reducing the number of smuggling cases that occur along Indonesian waters, especially in the Aceh region. In addition, the lack of awareness and active participation of the local community towards the destructive impact of illegal drug abuse is also an obstacle in realizing the future of Indonesia free from the threat of narcotics.
The N400 component reflecting semantic and repetition priming of visual scenes is suppressed during the attentional blink
Authors: Guida Courtney , Kim Minwoo J. B. , Stibolt Olivia A. , Lompado Alyssa , Hoffman James E. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
In the attentional blink paradigm, participants attempt to identify two targets appearing in a rapidly presented stream of distractors. Report accuracy is typically high for the first target (T1) while identification of the second target (T2) is impaired when it follows within about 200–400 ms of T1. An important question is whether T2 is processed to a semantic level even when participants are unaware of its identity. We examined this issue in three studies that used natural scenes as stimuli and the N400 component of the event-related potential (ERP) as a measure of semantic priming. In the first experiment, the prime (e.g., a doghouse in a yard) was presented at the beginning of the trial and a test picture that was related (e.g., a dog standing in the kitchen) or unrelated (e.g., a coffee mug on a table) appeared as T2. In the second experiment, the prime was presented as T2 and the test picture appeared at the end of the picture sequence. In both experiments, we found robust semantic priming when participants were aware of the identity of the blinked picture and an absence of priming when they were unaware. In Experiment 3, we used identity priming to assess whether earlier representations preceding semantics were preserved, and again found that priming critically depended on awareness of the prime’s identity. These results suggest that semantic priming in scenes, as measured with the N400, is a higher-level process that critically depends on attention and awareness.
Oferta Turística Existente en el Parque Cultural Garza Roja y su Incidencia en la Percepción de los Visitantes
Authors: Barzola Andrade Kristel Nataly , Garaicoa Fuentes Freddy Leonardo , Maruri Herrera Ana Paula , Martínez Vaca Marcia Nathaly 
Published: December 2024

Esta investigación tuvo como objetivo, analizar la oferta turística en el Parque Cultural Garza Roja; a través de la percepción de los visitantes. Se realizaron dos análisis: en el primero se determinó la oferta y servicios turísticos ofrecidos; y en el segundo se levantó la incidencia de la oferta en los visitantes, en la cual se verificó la correlación entre las opiniones y procedencia de estos. Se utilizó un diseño descriptivo que integra métodos cuantitativos y cualitativos, propocionando una visión integral de lo propuesto. A través de la técnica de observación de campo, se registró directamente las condiciones y servicios disponibles, utilizando como instrumento el checklist; cubriendo aspectos como la infraestructura y el servicio de actividades. Además, se realizaron encuestas cuantitativas a los visitantes para profundizar sus percepciones, las cuales se ejecutaron a través de un formulario físico en el establecimiento y digital en Google Forms; finalmente se levantó una entrevista para determinar las posibles áreas de mejora. Evidenciando que existe una valoración positiva en todos los parámetros de los grupos poblacionales estudiados. Se concluye que la oferta turística es variada en elementos culturales-naturales y más de la mitad de los visitantes están satisfechos con su experiencia dentro del parque.
Small and Close-in Planets are Uncommon Around A-type Stars
Authors: Giacalone Steven , Dressing Courtney D. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The Kepler and K2 missions enabled robust calculations of planet occurrence rates around FGKM-type stars. However, these missions observed too few stars with earlier spectral types to tightly constrain the occurrence rates of planets orbiting hotter stars. Using TESS, we calculate the occurrence rate of small (1 R
⊕ < R
p < 8 R
⊕), close-in (P
orb < 10 days) planets orbiting A-type stars for the first time. We search a sample of 20,257 bright (6 < T < 10) A-type stars for transiting planets using a custom pipeline and vet the detected signals, finding no reliable small planets. We characterize the pipeline completeness using injection–recovery tests and determine the 3σ upper limits of the occurrence rates of close-in sub-Saturns (4 R
⊕ < R
p < 8 R
⊕), sub-Neptunes (2 R
⊕ < R
p < 4 R
⊕), and super-Earths (1 R
⊕ < R
p < 2 R
⊕). We find upper limits of 2.2 ± 0.4 sub-Saturns and 9.1 ± 1.8 sub-Neptunes per 1000 A-type stars, which may be more than 3× and 6× lower than Kepler-era estimates for Sun-like stars. We calculate an upper limit of 186 ± 34 super-Earths per 1000 A-type stars, which may be more than 1.5× lower than that for M dwarfs. Our results hint that small, close-in planets become rarer around early-type stars and that their occurrence rates decrease faster than that of hot Jupiters with increasing host star temperature. We discuss plausible explanations for these trends, including star–disk interactions and enhanced photoevaporation of planet atmospheres.
Accuracy of Stellar Mass-to-light Ratios of Nearby Galaxies in the Near Infrared
Authors: Kim Taehyun , Kim Minjin , Ho Luis C. , Li Yang A. , Jeong Woong-Seob , Kim Dohyeong , Kim Yongjung , Lee Bomee , Lee Dongseob , Lee Jeong Hwan , Pyo Jeonghyun , Shim Hyunjin , Son Suyeon , Song Hyunmi , Yang Yujin 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Future satellite missions are expected to perform all-sky surveys, thus providing the entire sky near-infrared spectral data and consequently opening a new window to investigate the evolution of galaxies. Specifically, the infrared spectral data facilitate the precise estimation of stellar masses of numerous low-redshift galaxies. We utilize the synthetic spectral energy distribution (SED) of 2853 nearby galaxies drawn from the DustPedia (435) and Stripe 82 regions (2418). The stellar mass-to-light ratio (M
*/L) estimation accuracy over a wavelength range of 0.75−5.0 μm is computed through the SED fitting of the multiwavelength photometric data set, which has not yet been intensively explored in previous studies. We find that the scatter in M
*/L is significantly larger in the shorter and longer wavelength regimes due to the effect of the young stellar population and the dust contribution, respectively. While the scatter in M
*/L approaches its minimum (∼0.10 dex) at ∼1.6 μm, it remains sensitive to the adopted star formation history model. Furthermore, M
*/L demonstrates weak and strong correlations with the stellar mass and the specific star formation rate (SFR), respectively. Upon adequately correcting the dependence of M
*/L on the specific SFR, the scatter in the M
*/L further reduces to 0.02 dex at ∼1.6 μm. This indicates that the stellar mass can be estimated with an accuracy of ∼0.02 dex with a prior knowledge of SFR, which can be estimated using the infrared spectra obtained with future survey missions.
Io’s SO2 and NaCl Wind Fields from ALMA
Authors: Thelen Alexander E. , de Kleer Katherine , Cordiner Martin A. , de Pater Imke , Moullet Arielle , Luszcz-Cook Statia 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
We present spatially resolved measurements of SO2 and NaCl winds on Io at several unique points in its orbit: before and after eclipse and at maximum eastern and western elongation. The derived wind fields represent a unique case of meteorology in a rarified, volcanic atmosphere. Through the use of Doppler shift measurements in emission spectra obtained with the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array between ~346 and 430 GHz (~0.70–0.87 mm), line-of-sight winds up to ~−100 m s−1 in the approaching direction and >250 m s−1 in the receding direction were derived for SO2 at altitudes of ~10–50 km, while NaCl winds consistently reached ~∣150–200∣ m s−1 in localized regions up to ~30 km above the surface. The wind distributions measured at maximum east and west Jovian elongations and on the sub-Jovian hemisphere pre- and posteclipse were found to be significantly different and complex, corroborating the results of simulations that include surface temperature and frost distribution, volcanic activity, and interactions with the Jovian magnetosphere. Further, the wind speeds of SO2 and NaCl are often inconsistent in direction and magnitude, indicating that the processes that drive the winds for the two molecular species are different and potentially uncoupled; while the SO2 wind field can be explained through a combination of sublimation-driven winds, plasma torus interactions, and plume activity, the NaCl winds appear to be primarily driven by the plasma torus.
Diplomatie et concurrences culturelles dans le Saint-Empire
Authors: Schick Sébastien 
Published: December 2024

Cette contribution analyse les enjeux diplomatiques des mobilités culturelles dans le contexte du Saint-Empire romain germanique au XVIIIe siècle. Elle montre que le questionnaire traditionnel de la diplomatie culturelle, qui repose sur le modèle des monarchies centralisées, s’applique difficilement à l’espace germanique. Dans le cas des cours allemandes, en effet, la « diplomatie culturelle » ne consiste pas dans le fait de faire rayonner une production artistique ou des producteurs de biens culturels par leurs déplacements, mais plutôt de les capter à l’étranger afin que se distingue par la suite l’image renvoyée par la ville de résidence. L’étude du conflit qui naquit, dans les années 1750, entre les princes-électeurs palatin et de Cologne, au sujet de l’accueil d’une troupe de danseurs français, permet d’en faire la démonstration. L’enjeu de cette captation des danseurs en vint à s’inscrire au cœur des négociations diplomatiques entre Mannheim et Cologne, comme au cœur des préoccupations de la France alliée à ces deux cours allemandes.
Les reconfigurations de la protection diplomatique sous la Révolution
Authors: Martin Virginie 
Published: December 2024

Si la période révolutionnaire a accentué la mobilité politique en grossissant le flux des exilés et des bannis, elle a aussi exacerbé les clivages entre les catégories du « national » et de l’« étranger » autour du critère cardinal de la citoyenneté. Elle a ainsi contribué à brouiller, sinon à dissoudre, les liens d’appartenance de ceux qui sont disqualifiés, en France, comme des « émigrés » et, à l’étranger, comme des « patriotes ». La reconfiguration des cibles et des modalités de la protection diplomatique française permet de prendre la mesure des enjeux et des effets de ces nouvelles catégorisations – entre ceux qui en bénéficient légalement en tant que « sujets de droit » (les citoyens français) ; ceux qui en sont exclus en tant que « a-citoyens » (les émigrés français) ; ceux, enfin, qui peuvent légitimement y prétendre en tant que candidats à ces droits (les patriotes étrangers).
Des valises diplomatiques aux cuisines de Stockholm
Authors: Bellamy Charlotte 
Published: December 2024

Cette contribution se propose d’interroger sur la base d’une documentation archivistique précise le postulat du rayonnement culturel français dans l’Europe du XVIIIe siècle, dont les cuisines du Vieux Continent sont souvent présentées comme le reflet. L’itinéraire d’une soixantaine de professionnels de bouche français au sein de la Suède gustavienne entre 1772 et 1818 sert de cadre à l’étude. Les demandes de passeports émises par les diplomates présents à Stockholm ainsi que le contenu de plusieurs contrats de recrutement révèlent le rôle joué par les réseaux d’ambassade dans la captation et la fixation de ces étrangers en Suède. Le caractère proprement diplomatique ou individuel de ces mobilités est de la sorte questionné, ainsi que l’articulation entre leurs dimensions locale et internationale.
Medical treatment prior to micro-TESE
Authors: Dasgupta Sujoy , Le Thanh Sang , Rambhatla Amarnath , Shah Rupin , Agarwal Ashok 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Except in cases of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, the use of medical therapy before microsurgical testicular sperm extraction (micro-TESE) is controversial. In some studies, hormone therapy has been shown to improve the possibility of sperm retrieval during micro-TESE and even lead to the presence of sperm in the ejaculate in some cases, thereby obviating the need for micro-TESE. However, their routine use before micro-TESE in cases of nonobstructive azoospermia (NOA) being associated with hypergonadotropic hypogonadism and eugonadism (normogonadotropic condition) has not been supported with robust evidence. In this review, we discuss different types of medical therapy used before micro-TESE for NOA, their risks and benefits, and the available evidence surrounding their use in this setting.