bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Bovine Trypanosomiasis Prevalence, Farmer’s Perception, Apparent Vector Density and Associated Risk Factors in Dembecha District of Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Authors: Tarekegn Yeshiwas , Yirgalem Metages , Alemu Sissay , Bogale Arega Tafere 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Trypanosomiases play a great role in reduction of animal’s production and affect animal and human settlement worldwide. A cross-sectional study design was conducted in Dembecha district, Ethiopia from 2019 to 2020 to study bovine trypanosomiasis prevalence, the prevalence of bovine trypanosomosis, farmer’s perception, and fly vector density and associated risk factors. Blood samples were taken from 528 bovine randomly and evaluated. In addition, questionnaire surveillance was conducted to determine the farmer perception on the disease through 100 interviewed farmers. The overall disease prevalence was 5.49% (n = 29/528). The infection was mainly caused by Trypanosome congolense, 69% (n = 20) and Trypanosome vivax 31% (n = 9), which was significant difference (P = 0.00). When compared to different categories, greater results were registered in poor body condition and black and related color with significant difference. In kebeles (p = 0.78), sex (p = 0.43) and age groups (p = 0.16), there was no significance difference identified. The infected cattle mean packed cell volume (19.20 ± 2.91) was lowered than negative animals (25.88 ± 3.82) with significant difference (P = 0.00). The overall apparent density of flies was 1233 (2.34 f/t/d), Out of these 59.4% belong to the genus Glossina and the remaining is shared by two genera namely Stomoxy and Tabanus. The apparent density of Glossina, Stomoxy and Tabanus were 1.43f/t/d, 0.5f/t/d and 0.46 f/t/d respectively were caught, identified and estimated. Higher proportion of fly vectors were identified in lowland areas, riverine vegetation type and wet/rainy season as compared to other areas, vegetation type and season factors. Prevalence of the disease in age and sex categories were had no statistical difference.
Robust Passivity-based Nonlinear Controller Design for Bilateral Teleoperation System under Variable Time Delay and Variable Load Disturbance
Authors: Uyulan Caglar 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

The communication pathways between the master and slave play a crucial role in determining the performance of a bilateral system. This research focuses on implementing a robust passivity-based nonlinear control method for the bilateral/teleoperation system. The algorithm addresses the issues of variable communication and control delays plus load disturbance in the feedback, which can lead to instability and reduced transparency, and also handles the parameter changes in the system. To tackle these problems, we propose a controller that incorporates a second-order super-twisting sliding-mode observer to counteract the effects of communication and control delays in the feedback loop. Additionally, a sliding mode assist disturbance observer is used for compensating the load torque variations. A robust passivity-based nonlinear controller has been investigated for this problem, with a particular emphasis on compensating for random/constant time delays through a disturbance rejection strategy. This control method aims to ensure stability and transparency while accounting for time-varying delays. Furthermore, the controller compensates for load torque variations on the slave side through load estimation. The system model consists of two interconnected direct-drive motors. One motor represents a specific joint actuator of the robot, while the other motor emulates the overall dynamics affecting the joint through torque control. This actuator-dynamics load pair enables real-time simulation of any robotic configuration without the physical presence of the robot. The proposed approach utilizes a nonlinear controller framework to reframe the complex bilateral control problem as a means of controlling the interactive dynamic system. This approach simplifies the solution and significantly improves stability and transparency performance. To evaluate the system's behavior and controller performance, various computer simulations are performed using step and sinusoidal inputs. The simulations demonstrate a satisfactory level of accuracy and transparency between the estimated and actual slave positions, even in the presence of constant/random measurement delays and variable/step-type load variations on the slave side. These findings provide strong support for implementing this approach in real-time internet-based bilateral control systems.
Increasing Basic Quranic Literacy for Madrasah Ibtidaiyah in Indonesia During the New Normal Period
Authors: Alnashr M Sofyan 
Published: July 2023

The main guidelines for Muslims in living life are the Qur'an and Hadith. Therefore, Islamic teachings contained in the Qur'an and Hadith must be taught from an early age. For children in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI), learning about the Quran begins with reading and writing activities, or what is known as basic literacy. This study seeks to explain how MI teachers and principals in the new normal era continue to improve basic Koran literacy for MI students. The research method used is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data was collected through in-depth interviews and documentation with the object of research at MI Tarbiyatul Banin Pekalongan Winong Pati. The results showed that in the new normal era of the COVID-19 pandemic, MI Tarbiyatul Banin Qur'an and Hadith teacher carried out mixed learning, which was carried out online and face-to-face alternately. The efforts made by MI Tarbiyatul Banin in improving the basic literacy of the Koran are getting children to read and write through practice. This activity is also carried out in collaboration with parents to monitor children's basic Koranic literacy at home. Teachers always practice reading and writing habits, both in class with their teachers and at home with parental guidance.
LINEAMIENTOS DESDE LA INDUSTRIA 4.0 A LA EDUCACIÓN 4.0: CASO TECNOLOGÍA IoT
Authors: Sandoval Carrero Nydia Susana , Acevedo Quintana Nancy María , Santos Jaimes Luz Marina 
Published: July 2023

Las tecnologías de Industria 4.0 en el ambiente universitario abre nuevas posibilidades para aplicaciones y servicios, conduciendo a innovaciones científicas en el proceso de enseñanza- aprendizaje que faciliten la llegada de la Educación 4.0. En este artículo, se estructura una ruta en la dirección de la educación superior consolidar esfuerzos en la formación de ingenieros idóneos para afrontar los retos de la Industria 4.0 consistiendo de: nuevos cursos en los programas de ingeniería, cualificaciones y habilidades entre las que se destacan las competencias blandas, y fábricas de aprendizaje como enlace entre la Academia a proyectos reales de la industria. Adicional, se aborda Internet de las Cosas como una de las tecnologías claves para el alcance de la Educación 4.0, en la que su aplicación lleva al mejoramiento del proceso de enseñanza- aprendizaje, y al monitoreo de salud, y emociones de los estudiantes
High-concentration buprenorphine exceeds target plasma concentrations for extended periods following subcutaneous administration in American flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber)
Authors: Sarvi Jasmine Y. , Gardhouse Sara M. , Knych Heather K. , Carpenter James W. , Jeffrey Alison 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To determine the pharmacokinetic parameters of a high-concentration buprenorphine formulation after a single SC dose in American flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber).

ANIMALS
6 healthy adult American flamingos (3 males and 3 females).

METHODS
A single dose of high-concentration buprenorphine (1.8 mg/kg) was administered SC to all birds. Blood samples were collected at 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 12, 24, 48, 72, and 96 hours after drug administration between October 14 and October 18, 2022. Plasma buprenorphine concentrations were determined by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry and a noncompartmental analysis was used to determine pharmacokinetic parameters.

RESULTS
Mean ± SD peak plasma drug concentration (Cmax) was 195.1 ± 187.4 ng/mL, the mean time to peak plasma concentration (Tmax) was 0.32 ± 0.31 hours, the mean area under the concentration-vs-time curve from time 0 to the last measured concentration (AUC0–last) was 881.4 ± 205.4 ng/mL, and mean terminal half-life (t1/2) was 12.6 ± 3.86 hours. Mean plasma buprenorphine concentrations were >1 ng/mL for at least 48 hours after drug administration. No clinically significant adverse effects were observed.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE
High-concentration buprenorphine dosed at 1.8 mg/kg SC in American flamingos rapidly exceeded plasma drug concentrations reported to have analgesic effects in other avian species and maintained these levels for extended periods. Sedative effects were similar to those reported for other species. Additional studies are needed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of high-concentration buprenorphine at this dose in American flamingos.
Dynamic Positioning Capability Assessment Based on Optimal Thrust Allocation
Authors: Piekło Agnieszka , Witkowska Anna , Zubowicz Tomasz 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The article presents an efficient method of optimal thrust allocation over the actuators in a dynamically positioned ship, according to the DNV-ST-0111 standard, Level 1. The optimisation task is approximated to a convex problem with linear constraints and mathematically formulated as quadratic programming. The case study is being used to illustrate the use of the proposed approach in assessing the DP capability of a rescue ship. The quadratic programming-based approach applied for dynamic positioning capability assessment allows for fast calculations to qualitatively compare different ship designs. In comparison with the DNV tool, it gives 100% successful validation for a ship with azimuth thrusters and a pessimistic solution for a ship equipped with propellers with rudders. Therefore, it can be safely applied at an early design stage.
Mathematical Model of Flexible Link Dynamics in Marine Tethered Systems Considering Torsion and its Influence on Tension Force
Authors: Trunin Konstantin 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The rigidity in bending of a flexible link (is an important characteristic that should be considered during regular service conditions. The tension and bending with torsion of wire ropes are also significant factors. This study proposed a method to calculate the vectors of the generalised forces of bending of flexible links. One of the causes of torsional stresses in the power plant of underwater tethered systems is the interaction with ship equipment, such as spiral winding on the winch drum, friction on the flanges of the pulleys or winch drums, and bends on various blocks and rolls that cause torsion. The source of torsional stresses in the FL may also be related to manufacturing, storage, transportation, and its placement on the ship’s winch drums. Torsion can lead to a decrease in the tensile strength due to load redistribution between power elements, or even a violation of their structure. In some cases, torsion significantly affects the movement of the underwater tethered system as a whole. The development of a mathematical model to describe the marine tethered systems dynamics, taking into account the effect of torsion, is important and relevant. The mathematical model of the marine tethered systems dynamics was improved and solved by accounting for the generalised forces of the torsion rigidity of the flexible link, using an algorithm and computer program. The influence of the bending and torsional rigidity of the FL on its deflection and tensile strength were considered based on the example of two problems. The developed program’s working window image shows the simulated parameters and the initial position of the flexible link. The results show that torsion has almost no effect on the shape of the a flexible link’s deflection in the X0Z plane, but leads to a deviation from the X0Z plane when calculating the static deflection of the flexible link. When the carrier vessel is stationary and the submersible vehicle has no restrictions on movement and has positive buoyancy, torsion leads to a three-dimensional change in the shape of the flexible link both in the X0Z plane and in the X0Y plane. The tension force of the flexible link along its length is distributed unevenly, and the torsion of the flexible link can lead to significant changes in its shape, the trajectory of towed objects, and the forces acting on the elements of the marine tethered systems
Strategi Media Sosial dalam Meningkatkan Kesetaraan Gender Bagi Perempuan: Analisis Wacana Kritis di Instagram @Magdaleneid
Authors: Saputra Dandi , Lisnarini Naurah 
Published: July 2023

Gender equality still needs to be upheld in Indonesia, considering that the country's Gender Equality Index for 2021 is only 111 and its implementation has not been impactful. The ancient belief that men are taller than women is biased. Therefore, there should be a greater emphasis on understanding and implementing gender equality regulations within the community, especially through the media utilization. This research aims to describe the role of Instagram in voicing gender equality through the @magdaleneid account. The qualitative method used is a critical paradigm that analyzes crisis discourse obtained from the @magdalne.id account. The analysis process employs Sara Mills' critical discourse analysis at the levels of words, sentences, and discourse. The study results show results two dominant types of content published on the account: education and support for the progressive feminist movement that aims to achieve gender equality for women. The language used in this content shows affection for women, promotes appropriate education, and encourages the voicing of gender equality. The discourse level applied involves using of colors, characters, and animations that align with the message.
Sorption of Nitrate Salts from Wastewater without and with Modification Orange Peel
Authors: Abdulrazak N. Zainab 
Published: July 2023

This investigation deals with the use of orange peel (OP) waste as adsorbent for removal of nitrate (NO3) from simulated wastewater. Orange peel prepared in two conditions dried at 60C° (OPD) and burning at 500 °C (OPB). The effect of pH: 2-10, contact time: 30- 180 min, sorbent weight: 0.5- 3.0 g were considered. The optimal pH value for NO3 adsorption was found to be 2.0 for both adsorbents. The equilibrium data were analyzed using Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models. Freundlich model was found to fit the equilibrium data very well with high-correlation coefficient (R2). The adsorption kinetics was found to follow pseudo-second-order rate kinetic model, with a good correlation (R2 > 0.95 and 0.94) for the orange peel adsorbent at 500 °C (OPB) and at 60 °C (OPD), respectively. The results showed that the orange peel was found to be an attractive low cost adsorbent for the treatment of wastewater.
Comparative Study for Removal of Zn+2 Ions from Aqueous Solutions by Adsorption and Forward Osmosis
Authors: Hussein Tamara Kawther 
Published: July 2023

The aim of this paper was to investigate the removal efficiencies of Zn+2 ions from wastewater by adsorption (using tobacco leaves) and forward osmosis (using cellulose triacetate (CTA) membrane). Various experimental parameters were investigated in adsorption experiment such as: effect of pH (3 - 7), contact time (0 - 220) min, solute concentration (10 - 100) mg/l, and adsorbent dose (0.2 - 5)g. Whereas for forward osmosis the operating parameters studied were: draw solution concentration (10 - 150) g/l, pH of feed solution (4 - 7), feed solution concentration (10 - 100) mg/l. The result showed that the removal efficiency by using adsorption was 70% and the removal efficiency by using forward osmosis was 96.2 %.
Study the Performance of Nanozeolite NaA on CO2 Gas Uptake
Authors: Majeed Najwa Saber , Majeed Jwan Taher 
Published: July 2023

The adsorption isotherms and kinetic uptakes of CO2 were measured. Adsorption isotherms were measured at two temperatures 309 K and 333 K and over a pressure range of 1 to 7 bar. Experimental data of CO2 adsorption isotherms were modeled using Langmuir, Freundlich and Temkin. Based on coefficient of correlation it was found that Langmuir isotherm model was well suited with the experimental data of CO2 adsorption isotherms. In addition, Adsorption kinetic of CO2 mixture with N2 containing 10 % by volume CO2 and 90 % by volume N2 were determined in a temperature 36 °C and under the atmospheric pressure .When the flow rate was increased from 0.5 l/min to 2 l/min the time required for complete column saturation decreased. Also the effect of bed length on breakthrough curves was studied. The adsorption capacity increases by bed length increasing for adsorption of carbon dioxide.
Kualitas Pelayanan Akta Kelahiran Bayi Menggunakan Klampid New Generation (Kng) Di Kelurahan Bulak Kota Surabaya
Authors: Am'una Karina Dora Margaretha , Hertati Diana 
Published: July 2023

Kualitas pelayanan publik ditunjukkan oleh perbandingan antara harapan masyarakat sebagai konsumen dengan kualitas kinerja para penyedia jasa pelayanan. Salah satu wujud dari pelayanan publik yaitu pelayanan administrasi kependudukan dalam pengurusan akta kelahiran bayi. Adapun tujuan yang hendak dicapai dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan dan menganalisis kualitas pelayanan akta kelahiran bayi menggunakan Klampid New Generation (KNG) di Kelurahan Bulak Kota Surabaya. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan yaitu metode deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif, dan menggunakan teori Zeithaml yang menyatakan adanya lima indikator untuk menilai kualitas pelayanan publik. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kualitas pelayanan akta kelahiran bayi di Kelurahan Bulak Kota Surabaya termasuk dalam penilaian baik, dimana dari lima indikator hanya ditemukan kekurangan pada satu indikator, yaitu indikator tangible. Sedangkan pada indikator reliability, responsivess, assurance dan emphaty sudah termasuk dalam penilaian sangat baik.
Effect of pretreatment with a P2Y12 inhibitor in patients with non-ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Authors: Li Yachao , Lei Mengjie , Zhao Zhigang , Yang Yanli , An Lei , Wang Jingyao , Sun Xue , Li Cairong , Xue Zengming 
Published: July 2023

BackgroundThis study aimed to systematically evaluate the effects of different types and doses of pretreatment with P2Y12 inhibitors in patients with non-ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTE-ACS) undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).MethodsElectronic databases were searched for studies comparing pretreatment with different types and doses of P2Y12 inhibitors or comparison between P2Y12 inhibitor pretreatment and nonpretreatment. Electronic databases included the Cochrane Library, PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science. Literature was obtained from the establishment of each database until June 2022. The patients included in the study had pretreatment with P2Y12 inhibitors with long-term oral or loading doses, or conventional aspirin treatment (non-pretreatment). The primary endpoint was major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events (MACCEs) during follow-up within 30 days after PCI, which included determining the composite endpoints of cardiac death, myocardial infarction, ischemia-driven revascularization, and stroke. The safety endpoint was a major bleeding event.ResultsA total of 119,014 patients from 21 studies were enrolled, including 13 RCTs and eight observational studies. A total of six types of interventions were included—nonpretreatment (placebo), clopidogrel pretreatment, ticagrelor pretreatment, prasugrel pretreatment, double loading pretreatment (double loading dose of clopidogrel, ticagrelor, prasugrel) and P2Y12 inhibitors pretreatment (the included studies did not distinguish the types of P2Y12 inhibitors, including clopidogrel, ticagrelor, and prasugrel). The network meta-analysis results showed that compared to patients without pretreatment, patients receiving clopidogrel pretreatment (RR = 0.78, 95% CI:0.66, 0.91, P &lt; 0.05) and double-loading pretreatment (RR = 0.62, 95% CI:0.41, 0.95, P &lt; 0.05) had a lower incidence of MACCEs. There was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of major bleeding events among the six pretreatments (P &gt; 0.05).ConclusionsIn patients with NSTE-ACS, pretreatment with P2Y12 inhibitors before percutaneous intervention reduced the incidence of recurrent ischemic events without increasing the risk of major bleeding after PCI compared with nonpretreatment. Clopidogrel or double loading dose P2Y12 inhibitors can be considered for the selection of pretreatment drugs.
Lack of detectable chemosynthesis at a sponge dominated subarctic methane seep
Authors: Sinner Melina , Hong Wei Li , Michel Loïc N. , Vadakkepuliyambatta Sunil , Knies Jochen , Sen Arunima 
Published: July 2023

We used high-resolution imagery within a Geographic Information System (GIS), free gas and porewater analyses and animal bulk stable isotope measurements to characterize the biotic and abiotic aspects of the newly discovered Vestbrona Carbonate Field (VCF) seep site on the Norwegian shelf (63°28′N, 6° 31′E, ∿270 m water depth). Free gas was mainly composed of microbial methane. Sediment porewater sulfide concentrations were in the millimolar range and thus high enough to sustain seep chemosymbiotrophic animals. Nonetheless, the VCF lacked chemosymbiotrophic animals despite an abundance of methane-derived carbonate crusts which are formed by the same anaerobic processes that sustain chemosymbiotrophic animals at seeps. Furthermore, none of the sampled taxa, across various trophic guilds exhibited a detectable contribution of chemosynthetically fixed carbon to their diets based on bulk stable isotope values, suggesting a predominantly photosynthetic source of carbon to the VCF seep food web. We link the absence of chemosymbiotrophic animals to highly localized methane flow pathways, which may act as a “shunt-bypass” of the anaerobic oxidation of methane (AOM) and by extension sulfide generation, thus leading to sediment sulfide concentrations that are highly heterogeneous over very short lateral distances, inhibiting the successful colonization of chemosymbiotrophic animals at the VCF seep. Instead, the seep hosted diverse biological communities, consisting of heterotrophic benthic fauna, including long lived taxa, such as soft corals (e.g., Paragorgia arborea) and stony corals (i.e., Desmophyllum pertusum, formerly known as Lophelia pertusa). Compared to the surrounding non-seep seafloor, we measured heightened megafaunal density at the seep, which we attribute to increased habitat heterogeneity and the presence of a variety of hard substrates (i.e., methane-derived authigenic carbonates, dropstones and coral rubble), particularly since the most abundant taxa all belonged to the phylum Porifera. Compared to the surrounding non-seep seafloor, marine litter was denser within the VCF seep, which we link to the more variable local topography due to authigenic carbonates, which can rip off parts of bottom trawling nets thereby making the seep act as catchment area for marine litter.