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Ethno Botanical Survey of Medicinal Plants at Ayurveda Base Hospital North Matale, Sri Lanka-2021
Authors: Jesintha J.  , Prasanya M.  
Published: February 2024

Indigenous medicinal systems contribute to the preservation of the health of nations by using the resources of medicinal plants and numerous medicinal plants have many therapeutic effects and cure diseases. The study aimed to explore the therapeutic potentials of medicinal plants identified and documented indigenous uses of medicinal plants at T.B.Tennakoon Memorial Ayurveda Base Hospital and Study Center, North Matale, Sri Lanka. The study was followed over six months from March 2021 to September. Authorization was granted by the MOIC hospital and during this period the therapeutic effects of medicinal plants were classified among the plants studied. An investigation conducted through direct observation in the field, discussion, and via quessionaire. Collected plant samples and images of plants, herbarium leaves, and botanical plaques, were identified by healers in hospitals and old mounds in the region, and information gathered on medicinal plants was recorded and documented. A total of 130 medicinal plants belonging to 47 families have been identified in the region. Microsoft Excel 2013 version 15.04 was used for data analysis. The most common medicinal plant families are Fabaceae (19%), other more identified medicinal plants are Euphorbiaceae (15%), Rutaceae (10%), and Santalaceae (1%). Some rare medicinal plants have also been reported. According to this study, this area contains rich green floristic diversity, and the plants have grown well in the regional climatic conditions and the natives have used the plants for multiple purposes. Therefore, these medicinal plants are used for various diseases such as Loco-motor disorders, urinary disorders, circulatory disorders, respiratory disorders, nervous disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, skin disorders, gynecological disorders, hormonal disorders, and poisonous bites. These plants, which are used in various diseases and have different therapeutic potentials, are freely harvested in this hospitable region and some plants are also abundant. The conservation of these plant species is essential to improve traditional health practices within the hospital. However, plant breeding and conservation education are used in primary health care, conservation of their diversity, as well as clinical practice, and scientific research.
Keywords: Disease, Diversity, Medicinal plant, North Matale, Therapeutic potential
Preliminary Survey on Ethnomedicinal Value of Spontaneous Urban Plants
Authors: Nuwan V.G.S.I.  , Wasana R.K.R.  , Ediriweera E.R.H.S.S.  , Manori K.D.  
Published: February 2024

One of the major global trends of the twenty-first century that has a big impact on our lives is urbanization. By 2050, two-thirds of the world's population, who currently make up half of the population are expected to reside in urban regions. The demands of urban environments can lead to greater poverty and environmental degradation such as poor air and water quality, shortages in water supply, waste-disposal issues, and excessive energy consumption will become worse. Additionally, urbanization encourages the invasion of non-native species by reducing the diversity of plant species, making it difficult to plant growth. Some species, however, exhibit signs of resilience to these challenges and are adaptable to the urban environment. Spontaneous Urban Plants (SUP), also known as "weeds" are frequently found in abandoned urban landscapes. They are neglected as unwelcome, unwieldy, and unkempt, but they thrive in environments where most plants cannot grow. They can grow out of cracks in the sidewalks, in the wall of a garbage ditches, or even in a tiny space inside the walls of houses. This research aims to identify the SUP species with ethnomedicinal values in urban environment. This roadside surveys were conducted to identify SUP species with ethnomedicinal values in 10 urban areas in the Galle district between January and July 2020. Open-ended and semi-structured questionnaire was used to interview a total of 37 people including Ayurveda and traditional medical practitioners, community elders and people experts in plants. The acquired data were verified using the Ayurveda authentic books and reputed journals. A total of 50 plant species of 27 families were identified as SUP. Asteraceae and Amaranthaceae and Fabaceae were reported as the most represented families. The most plant species are used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, followed by respiratory disorders and dermatological conditions. However, ethnomedicinal values of these SUP are yet to be revealed.
Keywords: Ethnomedicinal, Spontaneous urban plants, Urbanization, Weed
The Implications of Religious Practices on Loxococcus rupicola (Thw.) H. Wendl. and Drude, A Critically Endangered, Endemic Palm Species in Sri Lanka
Authors: Chandrathilake G.G.T.  , Wickramasinghe K.H.P.D.L.  , Rajatewa R.A.M.P.M.  
Published: February 2024

Sri Lanka is rich in biodiversity and traditional, religious, and cultural practices. However, some of these traditional beliefs could lead to decline of the local biodiversity. Ran-Dotalu (Loxococcus rupicola (Thw.) H. Wendl. & Drude,) is one of the sacred groves among the Buddhists and Buddhism is the major religion followed in Sri Lanka. L. rupicola (Family Arecaceae), is a palm listed as Critically Endangered and Endangered on the global and national red lists respectively. Loxococcus is an endemic genus and Ran-Dotalu is also protected under the Flora and Fauna Protection Ordinance. It confines to rainforests in central highlands of Sri Lanka as small populations on shady rocky outcrops. Therefore, the objective of this study was to explore the religious beliefs, and cultural practices, and document the present state of the wild collection of Ran-Dotalu to identify the threats related to religious activities. Sociocultural data on Ran-Dotalu and its uses in the rituals were collected based on semi-structured questionnaire interviews via formal discussions, telephone conversations, and emails. Out of 114 respondents there were Buddhist priests (n=03), plant collectors (n=07), and users and or worshipers (n=104). Among them 36% were males and 64% were females. According to the results, flowers, seeds, seedlings, and saplings collections were reported from Peak Wilderness sanctuary, Erantha-Gilimale Forest reserve, and Knuckles Forest Reserve. Ran-Dotalu. Flowers were mainly collected for religious activities and rituals (42.3%), medicinal purposes (26.3%), as a substitute for Areca nut (23.6%), and to sell (7.8%). Worshiping with Ran-Dotalu flowers was common at Sri Padasthanaya, Temple of Tooth, Ruwanweliseya and Jayasrima Bhodiya, Saman Devalaya, and Katharagama Devalaya. On average 10-12 flowers were collected by a collector per month and, sold for a price ranging from Rs. 500 to Rs. 5,000. On average 10-15 flowers (per month) were brought to above-mentioned religious places. According to the legends god Sumana-Saman offered Ran-Dotalu flowers to Buddha for establishing Sri Padastanaya. Therefore, worshipers believe that offering Ran-Dotalu flowers is a great act of charity and pays off all sin. The palm recently become a popular ornamental plant (9%) despite its protected status. Around 78% of the respondents were not aware of the conservation status of L. rupicola. Thus, seed production and young generations in the wild populations are in danger. The study suggests that understanding of practices that may threaten local biodiversity and immediate actions are needed to conserve the L. rupicola wild populations.
Keywords: Loxococcus rupicola, Sacred groves, Ran-dotalu, Critically endangered
PERAN KOPERASI KEMITRAAN KEL’AN BLOM KEJAH (KBK) DALAM PENGEMBANGAN USAHA TANI KELAPA SAWIT DI DESA NEHAS LIAH BING KECAMATAN MUARA WAHAU KABUPATEN KUTAI TIMUR
Authors: Prayogi Rahmat , Kusumawati Nila , Dewi Indah Novita 
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan tujuan mengetahui peran Koperasi Kemitraan Kel’an Blom Kejah (KBK) dalam perkembangan usaha tani kelapa sawit di Desa Nehas Liah Bing. Penelitian ini dimulai pada Bulan November 2022 sampai Januari 2023 di Desa Nehas Liah Bing. Teknik pengambilan jumlah sampel dengan cara sampel jenuh dimana semua populasi akan dijadikan sampel. Berdasarkan data yang diperoleh dari hasil kuesioner kemudian diolah dengan metode skoring dengan skala likert. Hasil perhitungan menggunakan skala likert diperoleh nilai dari 5 peran koperasi adalah 2.348 (sangat berperan) dengan rata-rata 37,87. Nilai peran terdiri atas peran motivator 472 dan rata-rata 7,61, edukator 438 dan rata-rata 7,1, katalisator 445 dan rata-rata 7,18, organisator 468 dan rata-rata 7,55 dan komunikator 521 dan rata-rata 8,4. Adanya skor peran koperasi disimpulkan mengenai peran koperasi yang terdiri 5 aspek dapat jumlah keseluruhan aspek tersebut adalah 2.344 dengan interval kelas secara umum pada rentang kelas 2.171 – 2.791 sangat berperan, nilai interval kelas peran koperasi sebagai motivator dengan nilai 472 sangat berperan, peran sebagai edukator mempunyai nilai 438, peran sebagai katalisator mempunyai nilai 445 sangat berperan, peran sebagai organisator mempunyai nilai 468 sangat berperan dan terakhir peran sebagai komunikator 521 sangat berperan. Kata Kunci: Peran Koperasi Kemitraan, Pengembangan Usaha Tani Kelapa Sawit
Ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections of salivary glands in cerebral palsy children with sialorrhea
Authors: Elhossiny Fatma , Elattar Rasha , ElKholy Tawfik , Mohamed Fatma , Metwally Asmaa , Shalaby Gehan , Abdelsadek Seham , Gouda Rasha , Kamel Shimaa , Attaya Mona , Elhady Marwa 
Published: February 2024

Objective: Excessive salivation and drooling are distressing problems that affect both children and their families. Salivary gland botulinum toxin injection is a widely studied therapeutic method for treating sialorrhea. The proper protocol for such treatment modality is an area of interest for researchers. This study set out to assess the success of ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections in either the submandibular or combined with parotid salivary glands for children with cerebral palsy suffering from sialorrhea, while also identifying factors that predict a positive treatment outcome.
Method: This cross-sectional study included 30 children with cerebral palsy who have Sialorrhea. Ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections of submandibular salivary glands alone or combined with parotid glands were done. Drooling was evaluated using Drooling Rating Scale, Drooling Impact Scale, and 5-minute Drooling Quotient. Children were followed up weekly for 12 weeks after botulinum toxin injections.
Result: All children showed a significant decline in drooling and sufficient caregivers’ satisfaction for the first 8 weeks after botulinum toxin injections, with gradual worsening of drooling later in 60% of children. Assessment scores were significantly lower in those who received combined parotid and submandibular injections than those who received submandibular gland injections alone. Changes in drooling scores have a significant negative correlation with the severity of motor disabilities.
Conclusion: Submandibular salivary gland injection alone has a satisfactory response in decreasing drooling in children with cerebral palsy. However, a combined injection of both parotid and submandibular salivary glands gives a better response for at least 8 weeks without complications. This study not only addresses the clinical effectiveness of botulinum toxin injections in managing sialorrhea in children with cerebral palsy but also opens avenues for improved dietary strategies.

Keywords: botulinum toxin; salivary gland; sialorrhea; cerebral palsy
Causal Relationship Between Ferritin and Neuropsychiatric Disorders: A Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study
Authors: Sun Wenxian , Wei Cuibai 
Published: February 2024

Background: Previous observational research has indicated a correlation between ferritin levels and neuropsychiatric disorders, although the causal relationship remains uncertain. Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate the potential causal link between plasma ferritin levels and neuropsychiatric disorders. Methods: A two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) study was conducted, wherein genetic instruments associated with ferritin were obtained from a previously published genome-wide association study (GWAS). Summary statistics pertaining to neuropsychiatric disorders were derived from five distinct GWAS datasets. The primary MR analysis employed the inverse variance weighted (IVW) method and was corroborated by additional methods including MR-Egger, weighted median, simple mode, and weighted mode. Sensitivity analyses were employed to identify potential pleiotropy and heterogeneity in the results. Results: The fixed effects IVW method revealed a statistically significant causal relationship between plasma ferritin level and the occurrence of Alzheimer’s disease (odds ratio [OR] = 1.06, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.00–1.12, p = 0.037), as well as Parkinson’s disease (OR = 1.06, 95% CI: 1.00–1.13, p = 0.041). Various sensitivity analyses were conducted, which demonstrated no substantial heterogeneity or pleiotropy. Conversely, no compelling evidence was found to support a causal association between ferritin and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, schizophrenia, or major depressive disorder. Conclusions: This MR study provides evidence at the genetic level for a causal relationship between plasma ferritin and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. The exact genetic mechanisms underlying this connection necessitate further investigation.
Формирование системы комплексного логистического сервиса для интернет-магазина
Authors: Садыкова Г.М. , Сулейменов Т.Б. , Султанов Т.Т. , Тлепиева Г.М. 
Published: February 2024

Логистика онлайн-торговли - одна из важнейших составляющих интернет-магазина, но логистические расходы продолжают расти с каждым годом. Рост онлайн-продаж увеличивает спрос и ограничивает доступность логистической инфраструктуры, поскольку ужесточение нормативных требований, повышение заработной платы и нехватка сотрудников также приводят к росту цен. В статье рассматриваются вопросы методики совершенствования логистического процесса компании, действующая на рынке электронной коммерции, как Lamoda, Wildberries, Leroy Merlin. Исследование проведено в рамках проекта [1]. Для достижения поставленной цели было проведено исследование особенностей и тенденций казахстанского и зарубежного рынка электронной коммерции; проанализирована логистическая деятельность интернет-магазина; проведено исследование логистической деятельности компании с помощью таких инструментов анализа, как хронометраж, диаграмма Исикавы, SWOT-анализ, анкетирование клиентов; выявлены основные логистические проблемы интернет-магазина; разработаны пути улучшения логистической деятельности интернет-магазина. Системный метод исследования цепей поставок и особенностей их цифровой трансформации в процессе перехода к интернет-торговле включает анализ и синтез эмпирической базы исследования. Рассмотрены логистические процессы e-commerce, сформулированы основные подходы к совершенствованию логистики интернет-магазина. Быстрое развитие электронной торговли приводит к таким серьезным последствиям для логистики, как расширение экстернализации, т.е. передачи отдельных функций по перевозке, оформлению и курьерской доставке заказанных товаров специализированным фирмам, более тщательное управление продвижением товаров к покупателю и их возвратом, увеличение доли экспресс-доставки и ускорение концентрации в торговле и сфере услуг. Изучив работу нескольких крупных компаний как совершающих онлайн-продажи, можно сделать вывод, что рынок электронной коммерции с каждым годом развивается и привлекает все новых пользователей. Данные компании Lamoda, Wildberries, Leroy Merlin улучшают и расширяют предоставляемые услуги, делая уклон на повышение качества обслуживания, расширяют виды платежей и гибкие условия доставки. Учитывая то, что уровень онлайн-покупок в Казахстане является средним, по сравнению со странами дальнего зарубежья, можно сказать, что у рынка электронной коммерции в стране есть большой потенциал в росте данного показателя.
К вопросу определения уровня влагосодержания в трансформаторном масле
Authors: Рахимов Р.В. 
Published: February 2024

Автором в данной статье рассматривается вопрос регенерации трансформаторного масла в лабораторных условиях с применением ротационного испарителя. Цель исследования состоит в повышении электроизоляционных свойств методом удаления излишнего количества влаги из состава масла. Ротационный испаритель, работая при пониженном давлении, нагревая масло, удаляет содержащуюся в виде осадка или эмульсии влагу, тем самым повышая электроизоляционные свойства масла и снижая его окислительные свойства. Испытание носит лабораторный характер и имеет вес испытуемого образца 1 киллограмм. В процессе испытаний был использован ротационный испаритель Heidolph серии Hei-VAP Precision 2018 года выпуска (Германия). Испытание образца проводилось на базе дорожной лаборатории научно-производственного центра «ENU-Lab», созданной в рамках государственной программы индустриально-инновационного развития Республики Казахстан. Были получены основные результаты, а именно: количество выделенной влаги (W) в процентах за счет разницы массы до и после испытания образца. Полученные результаты были сопоставлены с требованиями действующей на территории Республики Казахстан нормативно-технической документации. Сравнительные данные позволяют сделать выводы о необходимости снижения влагосодержания из состава поставляемого на рынок трансформаторного масла, путем применения ротационного испарителя в виде основного инструмента для достижения этой цели. Результаты могут быть использованы в практических целях с созданием установок промышленного масштаба. Также с помощью полученных результатов есть возможность обозначить необходимость внедрения данной технологии, в виде дополнительной, на ныне существующих заводах по производству трансформаторного масла.
Ерекше жүктерді тасымалдауға арналған құбырлы таспалы конвейерлерді зерттеу мәселесі
Authors: Тогизбаева Б.Б. , Кинжебаева А.C. 
Published: February 2024

Мақалада құбырлы таспалы конвейердің тарту органындағы жалпы қарсылық күші жекелеген учаскелердегі қарсылық күштерін есептеу әдістеиесі қарастырылған. Тұйық тарту элементі тұрақты түрде немесе қисық сызықты өткелдермен бір-бірімен байланысатын түзу сызықты учаскелерде мерзімді аялдамалармен қозғалады.
Қарастырылып отырған құбырлы таспалы конвейердің конструкциясы, қолданыстағы құрылымдардан айырмашылығы, сусымалы жүктерді тасымалдау желісінің периметрі бойынша орналасқан тірек құрылғыларының арқасында таспаның жабық науасымен қалыптасады. Конвейерлік көліктің басты артықшылығы - жабдықтың жұмысын автоматтандыру арқылы қол жеткізілетін еңбек өнімділігінің жоғары деңгейі және төмен өндірістік шығындар екендігі анықталды. Оларға тән проблемалар-тасымалданатын жүкті ұсақтау қажеттілігі, өтпелі учаскелерді дәл тексеру, жетектерді үйлестіру және кейбір бастапқы дизайн жағдайларын ескере отырып, жұмыс барысында оңай реттелетін қозғалыстарды синхрондау.
Повышение эффективности транспортировки высоковязкой нефти по магистральным нефтепроводам путем внедрения теплонасосной технологии
Authors: Алимгазин А.Ш. , Бергузинов А.Н. , Мерзадинова Г.Т. , Баимбетов Н.А. , Тасболат Г.Ж. 
Published: February 2024

В статье рассмотрены вопросы внедрения повышения эффективности транспортировки высоковязкой нефти по магистральным нефтепроводам Республики Казахстан путем внедрения теплонасосной технологии ее подогрева с использованием нетрадиционных источников энергии. Впервые предложена к практическому внедрению на объектах АО «НК «КазМунайГаз» (далее – АО «КМГ») конкретная технология и схема применения низкоуглеродного модульного теплонасосного комплекса (НМТК) подогрева сырой нефти с использованием сбросной теплоты воды с температурой +110С, отделенной после сепарации нефте-водяной эмульсии, выкачиваемой из скважин. В качестве пилотной площадки для проведения опытно-промышленных испытаний (далее – ОПИ) предварительно рассматривается НГДУ «Жайыкмунайгаз» месторождение Ю.З. Камышитовое с 2-х ступенчатой схемой подогрева нефти. При проведении ОПИ планируется установить модуль с тепловым насосом (НМТК) на узле подогрева нефти, тем самым снизить нагрузку на технологических печах, что в итоге существенно снизит потребление топливного газа. Данная инициатива является инновационной и впервые предусматривает использование тепловых насосов в процессе подогрева нефти в Республике Казахстан. Перспективы применения НМТК – в тиражировании данной технологии на другие добычные активы АО «НК «КазМунайГаз».
Эффективность усиления железобетонных конструкций фиброармированными пластиками
Authors: Алтигенов У. , Тулебекова А.С. , Ахажанов С.Б. , Қажимқанұлы Д. , Куралов У. 
Published: February 2024

Благодаря своей исключительной прочности и долговечности железобетон давно стал основным материалом для строительства. Одним из ключевых компонентов железобетонных конструкций является стальная арматура, которая обеспечивает прочность на растяжение, противодействуя слабости бетона при растяжении. Однако последние инновации привели к поиску альтернативных материалов, способных повысить эксплуатационные характеристики железобетонных элементов. Среди них значительное внимание привлекает использование фиброармированных пластиков. В статье представлены данные по применению новых типов фиброармированных пластиков для усиления железобетонных конструкций. Результаты исследования способствуют сокращению сроков выполнения работ, также отсутствие дополнительных конструктивных элементов от усиления несущих конструкций, не изменяет существующую полезную площадь усиливаемого объекта.
Essence of contracts concluded for implementing corporate investment
Authors: Kukhariev O. Ye. 
Published: February 2024

The article is focused on clarifying the essence of contracts in the field of corporate investment. Achieving the specified purpose is realized through the analysis of the relevant norms of the current legislation of Ukraine, court case-law and provisions of the legal doctrine, which is the objective of this article.
It has been emphasized that investment contracts cover various types of civil contracts. It has been determined by the subject matter and objectives of investment (joint operation agreements, capital construction contracts, credit granting agreements, purchase and sale agreements, fiduciary management agreements).
The contract is the main form of investing in the field of corporate legal relations. The author has substantiated the specific features of such a contract, which are: the special sphere of its application; special contracting parties.
The sphere of application of the contracts studied in the article is corporate legal relations, that is, relations connected to the exercise of corporate rights to participate in the management of a business entity. The parties to the contract in the field of corporate investment are the subjects of investment operation, which primarily include: an investor, i.e., the subject of investment operation that makes a decision to invest own, loaned and borrowed property and intellectual values into investment objects. The other party to the contract can be, in particular, a corporate fund, assets management company as recipients of investments.
Such contracts are not united by a common subject matter, which is determined by a specific type of investment contract (asset management actions, a share in the authorized (joint) capital of a business entity, etc.). Therefore, the author has emphasized the impracticality of uniting contracts in the field of corporate investment into a separate group of civil contracts. Contracts concluded for the purpose of implementing corporate investment are consensual, commutative and bilateral.