bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Dynamique d’une forêt à Aucoumea klaineana P. du littoral de la République du Congo
Authors: Bocko Yannick Enock , Ganga-Louamba Guy Faller Constant , Ndangani-Mouleho Danielle Rita , Loumeto Jean Joel 
Published: August 2024

Une meilleure connaissance de la composition floristique, la structure et la dynamique des mosaïques forêt/savane du littoral congolais est nécessaire pour apprécier leur résilience face au changement climatique et la pression anthropique d’une part. Et d’autre part, pour la mise en place des politiques de leur gestion durable. La présente étude visait l’appréciation de la dynamique de la forêt à Okoumé (A. klaineana P.) du littoral de la république du Congo dans la période allant de 2008 à 2018. La densité, la surface terrière, la structure diamétrique et la détermination de quelques indices écologiques ont permis d’apprécier la dynamique forestière du dispositif expérimental de Bitsifa. Après une période de dix ans, la densité a diminué de 30 tiges/ha tandis que la surface terrière a augmentée de 2,78 m2 /ha. Okoumé n’est plus la seule espèce omniprésente dans les placeaux d’observation du dispositif expérimental de Bitsifa. L’indice de similarité de Sorensen a révélé l’existence de deux sous-faciès forestiers au lieu de trois, en allant de la lisière jusqu’à 300 m à l’intérieur du peuplement étudié. En somme, la diminution de la densité et l’augmentation de la surface terrière indiquent une évolution progressive de la forêt de Bitsifa vers un stade mature.

English title: Dynamics of an Aucoumea klaineana P. forest on the coast of the Republic of Congo
A better understanding of the floristic composition, structure and dynamics of forest/savanna mosaics along the Congolese coast is needed to assess their resilience to climate change and human pressure. And secondly, to put in place policies for their sustainable management. The aim of this study was to assess the dynamics of the Okoumé forest (A. klaineana P.) along the coast of the Republic of Congo from 2008 to 2018. Density, basal area, diameter structure and the determination of a number of ecological indices were used to assess the forest dynamics of the Bitsifa experiment. After ten years, the density has decreased by 30 stems/ha, while the basal area has increased by 2.78 m2 /ha. Okoumé is no longer the only species omnipresent in the observation plots at the Bitsifa experimental site. Sorensen's similarity index revealed the existence of two forest sub-facies instead of three, from the edge to 300 m inside the stand studied. In short, the decrease in density and the increase in basal area indicate a gradual evolution of the Bitsifa forest towards a mature stage.
Farmers’ Attitudes toward Certified Rice Seeds in Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Authors: Izuogu Chibuzo Uzoma , Azuamairo Gillian Chidozie , Orji Jephther Ebuka , Chilaka Ikechukwu Chiemena , Njoku Loveday Chukwudi , Oparaojiaku Joy Obiageli , Njoku Joachim Ikpeoha Kakie , Ankrumah Emmanuel 
Published: August 2024

The study investigated farmers’ attitudes towards certified rice seeds in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. It ascertained respondents’ attitudes toward certified seeds, described their expectations and determined their constraints in cultivating certified seeds. One hundred and twenty respondents were selected for the study through a multi-stage sampling procedure, while structured questionnaires were used for data collection. Data were analysed using percentages, means and regression analysis at p=0.05. Results show that farmers major expectations of certified rice seeds included increased yield (89%), increased income (78%), and ease of harvesting and processing (69%). Farmers’ attitudes toward cultivating certified rice seeds were not very favourable ( 2.10). Weak role of agricultural extension ( 2.9), cost of seed ( 2.9) and lack of agricultural insurance ( 2.8) were constraints to their cultivation of certified rice seeds. Education (β=2.325), distance to the source of certified seed (β=-1.274) and access to extension services (β=3.155) were the factors that influenced farmers’ attitudes toward certified rice seed. Farmers do not have a favourable attitude towards certified seeds. Certified seed distribution networks should be increased to reduce the distance covered by farmers while accessing certified seeds. Dissemination of information on certified seeds should be monitored to prevent misinformation and improve farmer’s attitudes towards it.
Naturally occurring radioactive materials and their activity levels in “machine-cut stone” quarries in Juja Sub County, Kiambu County, Kenya
Authors: Sospeter Gitonga , Paul Njogu , Francis Njoka 
Published: August 2024

Naturally occurring radioactive materials and their activity levels among “machine-cut stone handlers in selected” quarries in Juja Subcounty, Kiambu County, Kenya,". Radiation occurs naturally in the environment; levels depend on the occurrence of natural radionuclide. Open cast mining exposes the radionuclides hidden deep in the earth. Radionuclides in quarry products are of concern especially in construction materials. The main objective was to determine the occurrence and activities of naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM); 232Th, 238U and 40K in “Machine cut stone handlers in selected” quarries in Kiambu County. The subjects were recruited randomly from the selected quarries and samples obtained from the study sites. The sampling frame was developed from the list of all quarries in Kiambu. The quarries that met the selection criteria were randomly selected from the list of all quarries in Kiambu. Data was collected until the level of saturation was achieved. Samples of quarry dust were collected from the selected 25 quarries in Juja sub-county which process rock into machine cut stones for construction of houses. The quarry dust samples were collected from the topmost points and the bottom (deepest) parts of the quarries. Quantitative data was collected in questionnaires coded cleaned and entered in Microsoft Access and exported in SPSS Version 23.0 for analysis. Composite samples were crushed into powder and passed under sieves to give a consistent homogeneous powder. NORM activity concentrations were determined using Gamma spectroscopy employing the SpectraLineGP software recorded as Becquerel per Kilogram (BqKg). The active quarries ranged between 6-24 months with most having been in operation for a period of 24 months. The quarries-based om meters above sea level were in the range of 1466 – 1531 masl with a mean of 1494.88±13.88 masl. The NORM Activity concentrations of 232Th, 238U and 40K were determined in Quarry dust in Bq/kg with slight variations between the sites. The order of the radioisotopes in ascending order was 40K> 232Th>238U. The range of the means were 71.1 – 152.2 for 232Th, 40.5 -107.4 for 238U whereas that of 40K was in the range of 763.8 – 1661.2 Bq/Kg. The study revealed that stones from some of the quarries studied had risk of exposure to occupants of machine cutting had 2 odds of risks from quarry dust due to failure to use personal protective equipment’s 0.05). The houses had low risk (to ionizing radiations p value >0.05 at 95% Confidence interval).
Optimization of Mechanical Characteristics of Low-priced Breadfruit Peel Waste by Impregnating Low Density Polyethylene for Production Printer Components
Authors: Government R. M. , Ayuba S. 
Published: August 2024

The objective of this paper is the optimization of mechanical characteristics of low-priced breadfruit peel (BRP) waste by impregnating low density polyethylene (LPDE) for production printer components using appropriate standard procedure. The BRP at particle size (A) and fiber content (B) without modification was combined with LDPE melted and molded by injection molding machine. The characteristics of the BRP-LDPE composite that were evaluated are tensile strength (TS), tensile modulus (TSM), flexural strength (FS), flexural modulus (FM), Brinell’s hardness (BH), impact strength (IM) and water absorption resistance (WAR). The data obtained for the factors, A, B and the responses; TS, TSM, FS, FSM, BH, IS, and WAR of BRP-LDPE composite, respectively were inserted into design of experiment software using central composite design (CCD) package of response surface methodology (RSM) models. The outcomes obtained at critical optimal situation noticeable to be; A, B, TS, TSM, FS, FSM, BH, IS, and WAR were 180 µm (80 mesh), 14.39 wt%, 6.036284 MPa, 0.315798 GPa, 18.62651 MPa, 0.31388 GPa, 151.8932 Pa, 43.04614 KJ/m2 and 4.830519 %, respectively. With deviation of errors between experimental and CCD models differs by 2.232%. The R2>98.3, Ad.R2>96.9 and Pr.R2>98.3 with errors of the entire process to be below 10 %. This is a confirmed indication that RSM models are very good for prediction of the characteristics of BRP-LDPE composite for primer components.
Safety Assessment on the Safety and Efficacy of an Additive of 25-Hydroxycholecalciferol (Bio D® 1.25%) as a Feed Additive for Poultry for Fattening, Other Poultry (Layers, Broiler, Breeders), Ornamental Birds and All Pigs (RP1335)
Authors: Food Standards Agency  , Food Standards Scotland  
Published: August 2024

An application was submitted to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in November 2021 from Huvepharma NV (‘the applicant’) for the authorisation of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol (Bio D® 1.25%) as a feed additive under the category of ‘nutritional’ additives, functional group ‘vitamins, pro-vitamins and chemically well-defined substances having similar effect’. The additive contains a minimum of 1.25% 25-hydroxycholecalciferol and seeks authorisation for a modification of its production process using Pseudonocardia autotrophica M301 (DSM 32858) as a production organism, and to be used at a maximum dose of: 100 µg/kg, 80 µg/kg, 50 µg/kg of complete feed with 12% moisture in poultry for fattening, other poultry and pigs, respectively; 50 µg/kg, 40 µg/kg, 25 µg/kg in drinking water in poultry for fattening, other poultry and pigs, respectively. The FSA/FSS concluded the additive and production strain were correctly identified. It is not a dusty product, however the particle size distribution was not characterised fully. The additive is stable for 24 months at room temperature and acceptably stable in premixtures and feed. Stability during pelleting could not be determined. Homogeneity in feed was demonstrated. The presence of live cells from the production organism in the final form of the product could not be ruled out. The FSA/FSS cannot conclude on the safety of the additive Bio D® 1.25% for the target species and consumers as currently formulated when produced by P. autotrophica M301 (DSM 32858). The additive is not a skin irritant or sensitiser and is not an eye irritant. The additive has a low dusting potential which would limit exposure through inhalation, however, uncertainties remain on its particle size distribution. Conclusions could not be drawn on the systemic toxicity potential of the additive, and the presence of live cells from the production strain in the final product could not be ruled out. These factors pose a concern for the safety for the user/worker. The additive can be considered safe for the environment. 25-hydroxycholecalciferol can be considered efficacious for the target species at the proposed doses of inclusion. Conclusions on chickens for fattening can be extrapolated to ornamental birds. This Safety Assessment represents the opinion of the FSA and FSS.
Safety Assessment on the Safety and Efficacy of an Additive of Enterococcus faecium DSM 2121913, Bifidobacterium ⁠animalis spp. ⁠animalis DSM 16284 and Ligilactobacillus salivarius DSM 16351 (Biomin® C3) as a Feed Additive for Its Use in All Poultry Species for Fattening and Reared for Laying/ Breeding (RP1603)
Authors: Food Standards Agency  , Food Standards Scotland  
Published: August 2024

An application was submitted to the Food Standards Agency in June 2022 from BIOMIN GmbH (‘the applicant’) for the renewal authorisation of an additive consisting of Enterococcus faecium DSM 21913, Bifidobacterium animalis ssp. animalis DSM 16284 and Ligilactobacillus salivarius DSM 16351 (Biomin® C3), under the category of ‘zootechnical additive’ and functional group ‘gut flora stabiliser’ for its use in chickens for fattening, chickens reared for laying and minor poultry species other than laying and for the extension of use of the additive under the same category for its use in all poultry species for fattening and reared for laying/breeding. The additive is proposed to be used at a minimum inclusion rate of 1 × 108 CFU/kg in complete feed or 5 × 107 CFU/L in drinking water. The FEEDAP Panel concluded that Biomin® C3 remains safe for chickens for fattening, chickens reared for laying, and minor poultry species other than laying, as well as for consumers and the environment, under the authorized conditions of use. The Panel concluded that extending the use of the additive to all poultry for fattening and reared for laying/breeding is safe for the target species, consumers, and the environment. The additive is efficacious at a minimum inclusion level of 1 × 108 CFU/kg in complete feed and 5 × 107 CFU/L in water. The additive should be considered as a potential respiratory sensitiser but as non-irritant to eyes and skin. Conclusions could not be drawn on the potential to cause skin sensitisation. FSA/FSS has reviewed the applicant’s renewal and extension of use application, supporting documentation, and other regulators risk assessments, most notably the EFSA risk assessment opinion and consider sufficient evidence has been demonstrated to conclude without further questions or risk assessment. This document represents the opinion of the FSA and FSS.
Edge-Magic Total Labeling on Vertex Amalgamation Graphs of a Star Graph with a Path Graph
Authors: Suwandi Selfa , Nurdin Nurdin , Nur Muh. 
Published: August 2024

One of the topic graph theories is graph labeling. Let be a finite simple connected graph, a bijection from to where and is called an edge-magic total labeling of if there exists a contant (called the magic sum of ) such that for any edge of . The super edge-magic total labeling on a graph is the edge-magic total labeling which maps into the set . Let be a connected graph with a fixed vertex . The vertex amalgamation of graph onto a fixed vertex called terminal denoted by is a graph formed by taking all elements (vertices and edges) in with . In this study, we will show that vertex amalgamation graphs of a star graph with a path graph are edge-magic total and super edge-magic total labeling, with constructed vertex labelings and edge labelings to obtain intervals of the magic sums .
Revisão sobre energia relativística no espaço-tempo contínuo de 4-dimensões de Minkowski
Authors: Meira Filho Damião Pedro , Silva Guilherme Damasceno , Monteiro Nayra Gabryelle Silva , Lima Pedro Dimas da Cunha , Silva Jakelyne Machado Lima , Moutinho Pedro Estevão da Conceição , Nascimento Leonardo Oliveira do , Kamassury Jorge Kysnney Santos 
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: A teoria da relatividade especial ou teoria da relatividade restrita de Einstein admite que os fenômenos físicos de maneira geral bem como qualquer sequência de eventos encenam e ocorrem em um espaço-tempo contínuo e plano de quatro-dimensões classificado como espaço-tempo contínuo de Minkowski, sendo possível estabelecer grandezas tensoriais de ordem-0, ordem-1 e ordem-2, grandezas estas capazes de descrever a evolução de sistemas bem como realizar transformações entre sistemas de referência. Este trabalho de revisão de conteúdo dedica-se a detalhar alguns aspectos da estrutura da energia relativística total com base na apresentação algébrica do tensor de posição, tensor de velocidade, tensor de momento linear em quatro-dimensões dando ênfase às relações entre componentes covariantes e contravariantes. Durante a última subseção calcula-se a expressão de energia relativística total bem como analisa-se a energia total sob contexto de regime de relatividade de Galileu ou regime do tipo não-relativístico, usufruindo do método de expansão em série infinita de Taylor seguido de plotagem e análise do comportamento da curva da energia total e do fator de Lorentz ambos em termos de .
Nevo da Epidermólise Bolhosa: caso clínico e revisão da literatura
Authors: Oliveira Isabella Lopes de , Meira Jessica Lais Caragnato de , Silva Denny Augusta Teixeira da , Ciccozzi Maria Elisa Alcântara da Cruz , Rodovalho Bárbara 
Published: August 2024

Introdução: O nevo da epidermólise bolhosa (NEB) é uma manifestação cutânea rara e distrófica associada à epidermólise bolhosa (EB), um grupo de doenças genéticas caracterizadas pela fragilidade da pele e das membranas mucosas, levando à formação de bolhas e erosões cutâneas frequentes. Objetivo: Com o resultado desta revisão, pretende-se facilitar o diagnóstico e o manejo adequado desta dermatopatia incomum de ser encontrada na prática clínica. Materiais e métodos: Foram utilizados como meios para busca dos artigos, as bases de dados eletrônicas PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science e Scholar google, Resultados e discussão: A maioria das lesões apresentou resultados falso-positivos quando as regras do ABCD e Sete-Pontos da dermatoscopia foram aplicadas. Isso significa que o NEB representa uma exceção aos algoritmos diagnósticos da dermatoscopia, porém na avaliação dermatoscópica global é possível estimar a sua natureza benigna. Considerações finais: Enfatiza-se a importância do estudo clínico, dermatoscópico e histopatológico desses nevos para evitar erros diagnósticos e intervenções desnecessárias. Apesar do seu curso benigno, destacamos a necessidade do diagnóstico diferencial com melanoma e do monitoramento regular, desde que uma evolução maligna ainda não pode ser totalmente excluída.
Kedudukan Hak Asuh Anak Pasca Terjadinya Perceraian dari Istri yang Murtad menurut Hukum Islam
Authors: Lubis Syaddan Dintara 
Published: August 2024

Provisions for Child Custody Based on the Compilation of Islamic Law are Islamic, mature, of sound mind, trustworthy, unmarried, able to educate children. There are no hadanah for non-Muslims and require women who carry out hadanah (caring for children) to be Muslim, and there are no rights and authority for those (women) who are apostates (non-Muslims) to care for children. This research aims to find out more about the provisions on child custody based on the compilation of Islamic law and child custody due to divorce due to apostasy from a wife according to the compilation of Islamic law using normative methods that collect and analyze data so as to obtain a clear picture of the problem being discussed. written work, with the aim of depicting or illustrating the occurrence of a problem systematically, factually and accurately as well as in order to obtain the truth in the process of perfecting this writing. The results of the research show how the provisions for child custody are based on a compilation of Islamic law and child custody rights from divorce due to apostasy according to the compilation of Islamic law.
Key words: child custody, divorce, apostate wife.
Pendidikan Remaja Dalam Perspektif Psikologi Pendidikan dan Peran Guru Bimbingan Konseling
Authors: Nasution Fauziah , Adella Mutia , Walidaini Ichsani , Harahap Mahyuni , Marselina Lisna 
Published: August 2024

Each phase of age that the human being undergoes has special characteristics that distinguish it from other phases of growth. The purpose of this study was to find out how influential psychology education is on adolescent education. This research uses qualitative research methods, namely by utilizing sources from previous research and utilizing other sources that are library analysis as the main object of research. The results of this study are the most appropriate learning model in adolescent psychology when facing various problems that relate physical, cognitive, emotional and psychosocial. It takes the role of parents, teachers and the community to recognize their world and provide opportunities to develop within their potential. Like a form of giving rules that are looser but still controlled because they are starting to be independent. Giving praise, appreciation, affection, and growing confidence in interacting with the environment. Confidence here is when a child feels he is capable and dares to be different and holds firm to his principles when what he brings is true. The role of the counseling teacher or counselor is not only focused on helping students with problems, but on assisting all students in developing a variety of potentials, including the development of learning/academic, career, personal, and social aspects.
Keywords : teenager, psychology, counselor.
Analisis Hukum Pidana dan Hukum Pidana Islam Dalam Menerima Barang Gadai Hasil Curian:
Authors: Hafiza, Aulia Syahrani , Rizal M. 
Published: August 2024

In the current era of globalization, there are more crimes that occur and cases that occur in people’s lives, this has a direct effect on the increasing typses of crime rates which are forms of social deviation that are often found insociety. An increasingly widespread crime is the theft of goods, especially electronic goods such as handphone, laptops, televisions, speakers, and others so that the perpetrators can sell or pawn these items in order to remove traces of the victim and gain profit. The purpose of this study is to find out by analyzing how criminal law and Islamic criminal law work in cases of receipt of pawned good resulting from the crime of theft. The method used by researchers is normative legal research, namely legal research based on surves of book materials and secondary sources. The basic of criminal law is used, including articles related to theft, which are regulated in article 362 of the Criminal Code and article 480 of the Criminal Code regarding collection, while in the review of fiqh jinaiyah it was decided that Ta’zir punishment where the judge is the one who is empowered to sentence the perpetrator with the aim of providing a deterrent and educational effect so that criminal behavior does not occur again.
Keywords: criminal law, Islamic criminal law, pawning, theft.
Efficacy of Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery in the Treatment of Primary Trigeminal Neuralgia
Authors: Hasan Zaki Noah , Arkawazi Bassam Mahmood Flamerz , Mostafa Ahmed Mohammed , Albayaty Mohammed Asaad 
Published: August 2024

Background:
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN), or Tic Douloureux, is one of the most common neuropathic pains. Gamma knife stereotactic radiosurgery (GNSRS) has been considered one of the procedures for treating primary TN.
Objective:
This study evaluates the effectiveness of GNSRS in treating primary TN in patients who are unresponsive to medical treatment in a single-center experience.
Subjects and Methods:
This study was conducted on 180 patients from January 2018 to October 2021. The study utilized the Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) pain intensity score to assess pain before and after GNSRS treatment.
Results:
A total of 180 patients with primary TN were included in this study, 108 female with a 1.5:1 female: male ratio.
Results showed significant pain score reduction post-GNSRS, indicating GNSRS as an effective second-line treatment for primary TN. The study suggests GNSRS's potential in decreasing medication dosage with minimal short-term complications, recommending further research to assess long-term benefits and side effects.
A notable decrease in medication usage was reported, with minimal short-term complications. These results support the consideration of GNSRS as a viable alternative for TN patients who have exhausted traditional treatment options. Further research is recommended to explore long-term outcomes and potential side effects associated with GNSRS.
Conclusion:
The study's findings demonstrate that GNSRS is an effective and safe second-line treatment for patients with primary TN unresponsive to medical therapy. Significant reductions in pain intensity, as measured by the BNI pain scale, were observed following GNSRS treatment.