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EVALUATION OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS BY KOLOKUMA/OPOKUMA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION FOR IMPROVING LIVELIHOOD ACTIVITIES OF RURAL DWELLERS (2019-2022)
Authors: Ominikari, Abraham Godwin  
Published: April 2023

The study evaluates rural development projects embarked by the Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government administration from 2019-2022 in improving livelihood activities of rural dwellers. Identification of livelihood activities of household heads, identification of rural development projects; and evaluation of benefits derived by rural dwellers were the objectives of the study. A snowball sampling technique was used to select 200 respondents as sample size. Data obtained were analyzed with descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage and mean; while the Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was used to test the formulated hypothesis for the study. Findings from the study showed that farming, processing of farm produce, marketing of farm produce, non-farm business, tailoring, welding and fabrication, hair dressing, barbing, transportation, public/civil service, automobile mechanic, etc were among the most common livelihood activities of the rural dwellers in the study with mean score of >2.50. Provision of portable water in all 11 wards, construction/furnishing of skill acquisition center, rebuilding and refurbishing of Kaiama divisional police headquarters, training of youths in the areas of welding and fabrication, fashion and design, hairdressing, catering, renovation of Kaiama motor pack, etc., were the visible rural development projects embarked upon by the current Administration with mean scores of >3.00. Acquisition of skill, source of employment, understanding of foreign language, availability of market for my products, availability of pipe born water, leadership opportunity, a better security situation in my area, availability of good roads, and source of income were the benefits rural dwellers derived from the rural development projects with mean scores > 2.50. There is significant positive relationship between livelihood activities of rural dwellers and the benefits derived from rural development projects. The study concluded that benefits derived from rural development projects of the current administration in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area by rural dwellers significantly brings about a positive increase in the livelihood activities of the rural dwellers. It was therefore recommended that succeeding administrations in the LGA should ensure that such rural developmental projects are continuously embarked up on by as it offers great benefits to the rural dwellers.
EFFECT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON LIVELIHOOD ACTIVITIES OF ARTISANAL FISHERFOLKS IN COASTAL AREAS OF SOUTHWEST, NIGERIA
Authors: Opele, Akibu I.  , Ilori, Afolasade R.  , Onasanya, Adewale S.  , Aderinto, Aderanti  
Published: April 2023

The effect of climate change on livelihood activities of artisanal fisher folks was carried out in coastal areas of Southwest Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 422 respondents. Data were obtained with the use of structured interviewed schedule and subjected to descriptive and inferential statistical analysis at 0.05 level of significance. Results indicated that 80.8% of the fisher folks were between 31-50 years of age, 92.6% were married, 82.7% had 16 years and above fishing experience. Also, 96.9% of fisher folks do not have access to extension services. Majority (97.2%), (85.8%) and (84.8%) experienced intensity rainfall, flooding, and ocean as effect, respectively. There were significant relationships between effect of climate change on livelihood activities of artisanal fisher folks and their age (χ2 = 11.0; P = 0.001), sex (χ2 = 38.5; P = 0.000), marital status (χ2 = 27.9; P = 0.000), house hold size (χ2 = 11.13; P = 0.011) and income (χ2 = 51.94; P = 0.000). Results also showed that there is significant difference in the effect of climate change on livelihood of artisanal fisher folks (F = 13.565; P = 0.000) across the selected States in South West Nigeria. The study concludes that Lagos State fisher folks recorded the highest effect of climate change followed by Ogun State and then Ondo State. The study recommended that extension officer should create awareness on climate change and credit facilities should be accessible to fisher folks with the services of good roads, healthcare and market to facilitate their adaptation to the effect of climate variability in fishing communities across sampled States.
ASSESSMENT OF RISK FACTORS IN RICE FARMING IN ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Adebayo, E. F.  , Dauna, Y.  , Giroh, D. Y.  
Published: April 2023

Risk factors such as frequent changes in input cost, drought, herdsmen activities and high degree of product price fluctuation could bring about severe loss in rice production and discouragement to present and prospective rice farmers. The study was conducted to assess the risk factors associated with rice farming in Adamawa State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to: investigate risk factors that limit rice farmers from achieving maximum potential yields from rice farms and to predict the future state of rice farm output in the long run. Data were collected from 184 rice farmers using multi stage sampling techniques. Risk impact/probability chart was used to assess the potential impact of risk factors on rice output. The Markov chain model was employed to predict the future state of rice farm output. The result revealed that frequent change in input costs is a risk that its occurrence is almost certain and has high destructive tendency. The result of Markov chain predicted that in the long run more than 51% of the rice farmers in Adamawa State would produce above 10 tonnes annually. To improve rice production, it is recommended that input prices should be subsidized and stabilized by government.
THE ROLE OF COOPERATIVE SOCIETY IN IMPROVING FARMERS LIVELIHOOD IN NIGER STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Ndagi, I.  , Ahmed, A.  , Ubandoma, G. A.  , Umar, A.  
Published: April 2023

The cooperative was formed as a result of human sufferings and degradation during the industrial revolution in England. The social impact of the revolution was pronounced and largely felt by the common man who needed to improve their conditions of living that had deteriorated to an inhuman standard. The study is set out to describe socio economics characteristics of the cooperators and the various cooperative societies as well as the role cooperative society play in improving the livelihood of cooperators in the study area. The study was conducted in Lapai Local Government area of Niger State. Purposive selection of five villages: Eshi, Kuchi, Gulu, Ebbo, and Puzhi was due to the predominant of cooperative societies in these villages. A total of 90 respondents were randomly selected from sampled communities. Primary and Secondary data were used with the aid of a structured interview scheduled. Data collected were analyzed using the descriptive statistics, Likert-type scale and binary logistic regression model. The result revealed that majority of the respondents 77.8% are within the age of ≤60, married and literate with farming experience of about 30 years. More than half 64% of the respondents belonged to a cooperative society with mean years of about 8. Majority of the cooperators 81% belonged to producer cooperative society. The strong bargaining power has a mean score of 3.14 which is greater than the neutral point and is therefore accepted.
CAMILLO NERI, Saffo. Testimonianze e frammenti. Introduzione, testo critico, traduzione e commento, Berlin, De Gruyter, 2022, 1124 pp. [ISBN 978-3-11-073936-7].
Authors: Redondo Jordi 
Published: April 2023

CAMILLO NERI, Testimonianze e frammenti. Introduzione, testo critico, traduzione e commento, Berlin, De Gruyter, 2022, 1124 pp. [ISBN 978-3-11-073936-7]
BEGOÑA ORTEGA VILLARO, MARÍA TERESA AMADO RODRÍGUEZ, Antología Palatina. Libros XIII, XIV, XV (epigramas variados), Madrid, CSIC (Alma Mater, colección de autores griegos y latinos), 2021, 465 pp. [ISBN: 978-84-00-10888-5]
Authors: Pérez Lambás Fernando 
Published: April 2023

BEGOÑA ORTEGA VILLARO, MARÍA TERESA AMADO RODRÍGUEZ, Antología Palatina. Libros XIII, XIV, XV (epigramas variados), Madrid, CSIC (Alma Mater, colección de autores griegos y latinos), 2021, 465 pp. [ISBN: 978-84-00-10888-5]
CRISTINA SANTOS PINHEIRO, JOAQUIM PINHEIRO, GABRIEL F. SILVA, RUI CARLOS FONSECA, Gynaikeia. Colectânea de textos antigos de ginecologia, Famalicão, Humus–Centro de Estudos Clássicos–Universidade de Madeira, 2022, 345 pp. [ISBN: 978-989-755-802-3]
Authors: Coronel Ramos Marco Antonio 
Published: April 2023

CRISTINA SANTOS PINHEIRO, JOAQUIM PINHEIRO, GABRIEL F. SILVA, RUI CARLOS FONSECA, Gynaikeia. Colectânea de textos antigos de ginecologia, Famalicão, Humus–Centro de Estudos Clássicos–Universidade de Madeira, 2022, 345 pp. [ISBN: 978-989-755-802-3]
JAVIER VELAZA (ed. y trad.), Historia Augusta, Madrid, Cátedra, 2022, 560 pp. [ISBN 978-84-376-4447-9]
Authors: Coronel Ramos Marco Antonio 
Published: April 2023

JAVIER VELAZA (ed. y trad.), Historia Augusta, Madrid, Cátedra, 2022, 560 pp. [ISBN 978-84-376-4447-9]
SALVADOR RUS RUFINO, FRANCISCO ARENAS-DOLZ, El descubrimiento de la política: Solón de Atenas, Madrid, Tecnos, 2022, 379 pp. [ISBN 978-84-309-8490-9]
Authors: Coronel Ramos Marco Antonio 
Published: April 2023

SALVADOR RUS RUFINO, FRANCISCO ARENAS-DOLZ, El descubrimiento de la política: Solón de Atenas, Madrid, Tecnos, 2022, 379 pp. [ISBN 978-84-309-8490-9]
The Compatibility of Natural Enemies and Botanical for Management of Earias vittella (Fabricius) (Lepidoptera: Nolidae) and Helicoverpa armigera (Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in Bhendi Ecosystem
Authors: Hubballi Aravinda , Shylesha A. N. , Shivalingaswamy T. M. , Shivanna B. 
Published: April 2023

Aims: The current study was conducted to know the compatibility of natural enemies and botanical for management bhendi fruit borers in the bhendi field.
Study Design: Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD).
Place and Duration of Study: Experiment conducted during 2019-20 and 2020-21 at ICAR- National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Hebbal, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Methodology: Two field tests were conducted at the entomological research farm, ICAR-NBAIR Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, to know the compatibility of the natural enemies (Trichogramma chilonis Ishii (Hymenoptera:Trichogrammatidae) , Chelonus blackburni (Cameron) and Bracon brevicornis (Wesmael) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) and botanical (Neem oil 0.5%) for management of E. vittella and H. armigera on bhendi. Arka Nikita (IIHR) bhendi variety was used for the two trials with different treatments in four replication. The release rates of parasitoids were decided based on the previous parasitic potential studies.
Results: In the first trial, among the treatments, a combination of T. chilonis + C. blackburni + B. brevicornis and C. blackburni + B. brevicornis recorded the lowest pooled mean larval population reduction over pre-treatment count of E. vittella and were on par with each other, recording 40.19% and 37.27%, respectively followed by T. chilonis + B. brevicornis (31.28%), C. blackburni (30.90%), B. brevicornis (28.64%), Neem oil 0.5% (27.71%), Neem oil 0.5% + B. brevicornis (25.46%) and T. chilonis (25.32%). A similar trend was also observed in combination of T. chilonis + C. blackburni + B. brevicornis and C. blackburni + B. brevicornis against H. armigera, which accounted for 47.19% and 37.22% of reduction over pre-treatment count in the respective treatment combination of parasitoids. The next best treatments were T. chilonis + B. brevicornis (28.21%), C. blackburni (26.56%), B. brevicornis (22.21%), Neem oil 0.5% (20.37%), T. chilonis (17.31%) and Neem oil 0.5% + B. brevicornis (16.07%)
Conclusion: From this study we recommend that, for bhendi fruit borers management, release of parasitoids like T. chilonis + C. blackburni + B. brevicornis at 50,000+1000+1000 adults/ha, respectively in bhendi field starting from 35 DAS at 15 days’ intervals of duration, two-time release of parasitoids is enough later, they have augmented and reduce the population of fruit borer larvae effectively.
Investigate the Function and Structure of (Fe,Cr) La2Ti2O7 Photocatalyst Calcined under the Nitrogen Atmosphere
Authors: Luangthanarak Hussanai , Supruangnet Ratchadaporn , Tanthanuch Waraporn , Watcharamaisakul Sukasem 
Published: April 2023

Extensive research has been conducted on enhancing the photocatalytic activity of Lanthanum titanium oxide (La2Ti2O7) based photocatalysts. However, these photocatalysts were found to be inactive under visible light. To address this limitation, a modification was developed by co-doping Fe and Cr on La2Ti2O7 to enable visible light driven photocatalytic response. The calcination of (Fe,Cr) La2Ti2O7 was carried out under nitrogen atmosphere at various temperatures for 24 h. The results showed that the (Fe,Cr)-La2Ti2O7 calcined at 1250 °C for 24 h exhibited the highest methylene blue degradation under visible light. Synchrotron X-ray absorption spectroscopy indicated that Fe and Cr were substitutionally located adjacent to the Ti atom within the La2Ti2O7 structure. This metal substitutionally facilitated electron transfer and perturbed the p-d hybridization by modifying the local electronic structure of the surrounding oxygen atoms and transition metal ions, thereby reducing the band gap energy and enhancing the photocatalytic capability. Copyright © 2023 by Authors, Published by BCREC Group. This is an open access article under the CC BY-SA License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0).
Screening for Skin Cancer
Authors:   US Preventive Services Task Force, Mangione Carol M. , Barry Michael J. , Nicholson Wanda K. , Chelmow David , Coker Tumaini Rucker , Davis Esa M. , Donahue Katrina E. , Jaén Carlos Roberto , Kubik Martha , Li Li , Ogedegbe Gbenga , Rao Goutham , Ruiz John M. , Stevermer James , Tsevat Joel , Underwood Sandra Millon , Wong John B. 
Published: April 2023

ImportanceSkin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the US. There are different types of skin cancer varying in disease incidence and severity. Basal and squamous cell carcinomas are the most common types of skin cancer but infrequently lead to death or substantial morbidity. Melanomas represent about 1% of skin cancer and cause the most skin cancer deaths. Melanoma is about 30 times more common in White persons than in Black persons. However, persons with darker skin color are often diagnosed at later stages, when skin cancer is more difficult to treat.ObjectiveTo update its 2016 recommendation, the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) commissioned a systematic review on the benefits and harms of screening for skin cancer in asymptomatic adolescents and adults.PopulationAsymptomatic adolescents and adults who do not have a history of premalignant or malignant skin lesions.Evidence AssessmentThe USPSTF concludes that the evidence is insufficient to determine the balance of benefits and harms of visual skin examination by a clinician to screen for skin cancer in asymptomatic adolescents and adults.RecommendationThe USPSTF concludes that the current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of visual skin examination by a clinician to screen for skin cancer in adolescents and adults. (I statement)
Factors Associated With Knowledge and Experience of Self-managed Abortion Among Patients Seeking Care at 49 US Abortion Clinics
Authors: Aiken Abigail R. A. , Tello-Pérez Luisa Alejandra , Madera Melissa , Starling Jennifer E. , Johnson Dana M. , Broussard Kathleen , Padron Elisa , Ze-Noah Carol Armelle , Baldwin Aleta , Scott James G. 
Published: April 2023

ImportancePatients attending US abortion clinics may consider or try self-managing their abortion before coming to the clinic, yet little is known about the factors associated with self-management behavior.ObjectiveTo examine the prevalence and factors associated with considering or attempting a self-managed abortion before attending a clinic.Design, Setting, and ParticipantsThis survey study included patients obtaining an abortion at 49 independent, Planned Parenthood, and academic-affiliated clinics chosen to maximize diversity in geographic, state policy, and demographic context in 29 states between December 2018 and May 2020. Data were analyzed from December 2020 to July 2021.ExposuresObtaining an abortion at a clinic.Main Outcomes and MeasuresKnowledge of medications used to self-manage an abortion, having considered medication self-management before attending the clinic, having considered any method of self-management before attending the clinic, and having tried any method of self-management before attending the clinic.ResultsThe study included 19 830 patients, of which 99.6.% (17 823 patients) identified as female; 60.9% (11 834 patients) were aged 20 to 29 years; 29.6% (5824 patients) identified as Black, 19.3% (3799 patients) as Hispanic, and 36.0% (7095 patients) as non-Hispanic White; 44.1% (8252 patients) received social services; and 78.3% (15 197 patients) were 10 weeks pregnant or less. Approximately 1 in 3 (34%) knew about self-managed medication abortion, and among this subsample of 6750 patients, 1 in 6 (1079 patients [16.1%]) had considered using medications to self-manage before attending the clinic. Among the full sample, 1 in 8 (11.7%) considered self-managing using any method before clinic attendance, and among this subsample of 2328 patients, almost 1 in 3 (670 patients [28.8%]) attempted to do so. Preference for at-home abortion care was associated with considering medication self-management (odds ratio [OR], 3.52; 95% CI, 2.94-4.21), considering any method of self-management (OR, 2.80; 95% CI, 2.50-3.13), and attempting any method of self-management (OR, 1.37; 95% CI, 1.10-1.69). Experiencing clinic access barriers was also associated with considering medication self-management (OR, 1.98; 95% CI, 1.69-2.32) and considering any method of self-management (OR, 2.09; 95% CI, 1.89-2.32).Conclusions and RelevanceIn this survey study, considering self-managed abortion was common before accessing in-clinic care, particularly among those on the margins of access or with a preference for at-home care. These findings suggest a need for expanded access to telemedicine and other decentralized abortion care models.
Supercooled Liquid Ga Stretchable Electronics
Authors: Wang Bei , Maslik Jan , Hellman Oskar , Gumiero Alessandro , Hjort Klas 
Published: April 2023

AbstractBy controlling the properties of its medium, supercooled liquid Ga (SLGa) based stretchable remains stretchable at −22 °C, i.e., 52 °C below its thermodynamic melting point of Ga. Thus far, our oldest deposited SLGa circuit and film have remained liquids for 2 years at room temperature. The study investigates the crystallization of SLGa triggered by the surface energy of nucleation agents, temperature, circuit cross‐section, and mechanical impact. Based on these parameters, a method is presented to integrate electronic components with SLGa circuits without compromising its supercooling effect. Further, the large stiffness variation induced by phase transition is demonstrated in different applications. For the desired stiffness variation, the crystallization rate can be controlled by varying the temperature and cross‐section area. Finally, spray‐printing an ink of microscale SLGa microscale particles can conformally pattern Ga on a rough surface, e.g., to fabricate a stretchable array of SLGa microelectrodes. A smart patch with stretchable SLGa electrode arrays records human electrocardiogram signals in cold water and does not stain the skin after use. Its low and stable impedance in water will enable novel applications in wearable electronics.
Gradient Pore Structured Elastic Ceramic Nanofiber Aerogels with Cellulose Nanonets for Noise Absorption
Authors: Zong Dingding , Bai Wenya , Yin Xia , Yu Jianyong , Zhang Shichao , Ding Bin 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe expeditious growth of modern transportation and industrialization has given rise to serious noise pollution, which has brought disaster to the world economy and human health. Most existing sound‐absorber with single pore structures suffer from large weight and the incidence and dissipation of noise that are difficult to be enhanced simultaneously. Herein, gradient‐structured elastic ceramic nanofiber aerogels with cellulose nano‐nets are successfully structured through step‐by‐step directional freeze‐casting technology, which has a gradient structure of “larger pore‐middle pore‐smaller pore” in the propagation direction of sound waves and dual nanofiber networks perpendicular to the direction of sound waves. The integration of gradient pore structures and dual nanofiber networks effectively improves the acoustic contact area of aerogels while increasing the acoustic incidence. The noise reduction coefficient of the obtained lightweight gradient aerogels (average density only 9 mg cm−3) reaches 0.58, and the low‐frequency air compressor noise can be reduced by 23.1 dB. Besides, the silica sol with hydrophobic groups endows gradient aerogels with good mechanics (plastic deformation only 5.7% after 1000 compressions) and superhydrophobic properties (water contact angle of ≈150°). The successful construction of gradient‐structured dual network nanofiber aerogels will offer new horizons for the upgrading of nextgen noise absorbers.
An Ion‐Channel‐Restructured Zwitterionic Covalent Organic Framework Solid Electrolyte for All‐Solid‐State Lithium‐Metal Batteries
Authors: Kang Tae Woog , Lee Jun‐Hyeong , Lee Jaewoo , Park Jung Hyun , Shin Jae‐Hoon , Ju Jong‐Min , Lee Hajin , Lee Sang Uck , Kim Jong‐Ho 
Published: April 2023

AbstractOrganic solid electrolytes offer an effective route for safe and high‐energy‐density all‐solid‐state Li metal batteries. However, it remains a challenge to devise a new strategy to promote the dissociation of strong ion pairs and the transport of ionic components in organic solid electrolytes. Herein, a zwitterionic covalent organic framework (Zwitt‐COF) with well‐defined chemical and pore structures is prepared as a solid electrolyte capable of accelerating the dissociation and transport of Li ions. The Zwitt‐COF solid electrolyte exhibits a high room‐temperature ionic conductivity of 1.65 × 10−4 S cm−1 with a wide electrochemical stability window. Besides, the Zwitt‐COF solid electrolyte displays stable Li plating/stripping behavior via effective inhibition of the formation of Li dendrites and dead Li, leading to superior long‐term cycle performance with retention of 99% discharge capacity and 98% Coulombic efficiency in an all‐solid‐state Li‐metal battery. Theoretical simulations reveal that the incorporation of zwitterionic groups into COF can facilitate the dissociation of strong ion pairs and reconstruct the AA‐stacking configuration by dissociative adsorption of Li+ ions on Zwitt‐COF producing linear hexagonal ion channels in the Zwitt‐COF solid electrolyte. This strategy based on Zwitt‐COF can provide an alternative way to construct various solid‐state Li batteries.