bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Intention to Smoke Tobacco Products among Senior Secondary School Students in Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State
Authors: Usen A.E. , Harold I. , Wegbom A.I. , Ajie P.C. , Dimkpa G.C. , Popoola O.A. 
Published: August 2023

Introduction. Adolescence is a period in which many adolescents start exploring certain risky behaviours like tobacco use. Adolescent tobacco use is a significant global public health challenge. This study was conducted to determine the intention to smoke tobacco products among coeducational senior secondary school students in Uyo LGA, Akwa Ibom State. Materials and methods. A cross-­sectional study was conducted among 200 senior secondary school students aged 10–19 from January 2020 to December 2020. A multi-­stage sampling technique was used to select respondents from four senior secondary coeducational schools. Data were collected using a semi-structured interviewer-­assisted questionnaire. Results. Mean age of respondents was 15.3 ± 1.4 years, and 110 (55.0%) of them were males. The prevalence of intention to smoke tobacco products among the respondents was 75 (37.5%). 43 (21.5%) of them reported peer pressure as the reason for their intention to smoke. 190 (95.0%) of them knew that cigarette smoking is harmful to their health. There was a statistically significant association between respondents’ sex, ever smoked, currently smoking, age at first experience, last experience, having a sibling that smokes, having friends that smoke, and intention to smoke tobacco products (p < 0.05). Conclusion. Adolescents with these risk factors should be prioritized by smoking prevention efforts.
PEMETAAN KUALITAS PERAIRAN PAYAU YANG POTENSIAL DI TAMBAK KUALA LANGSA
Authors: Agustinus Sinaga  
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini dilakukan bertujuan untuk menentukan kualitas perairan yang potensial pada tambak di desa Kuala Langsa dan Memberikan luaran berupa peta kesesuaian kualitas perairan dalam kegiatan budi daya tambak di Kuala Langsa. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode survei dengan melakukanpengumpulan data kualitas air parameter fisika dan kimia yang berada di tambak-tambak Desa Kuala LangsasecaralangsungpadabulanDesemberdalamduaperiode. Dari hasil penelitian maka diperoleh kualitas perairan payau yang potensial di tambak Desa Kuala Langsa terdapat di zona I dan III dengan nilai parameter sebagai berikut; suhu 30,08-30,68 oC, salinitas 30,08-30,92 ppt, oksigen terlarut 3,12-4,79 mg/l, pH 6,75-6,83, TSS 7 mg/l, amonia 0,4 mg/l, Nitrat 0,11-0,33 mg/l, Nitrit 0,01-0,03 mg/l.
PENGARUH WAKTU APLIKASI PGPR (Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria) DAN JENIS PUPUK KANDANG TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TANAMAN KEDELAI HITAM (Glycine max L.)
Authors: Fachri Hafiz Sitompul  , Syukri  , Ainul Mardiyah  
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh waktu aplikasi PGPR dan jenis pupuk kandang terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil tanaman kedelai hitam serta interaksi antara kedua perlakuan tersebut. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Desa Sidorejo, Kecamatan Langsa Lama, Kota Langsa, pada bulan Februari sampai dengan Juli 2021. Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancang Acak Kelompok (RAK) pola faktorial yang terdiri dari 2 faktor : faktor pertama yaitu waktu aplikasi PGPR (W) yang terdiri dari 3 taraf, yaitu: W0 = tanpa aplikasi PGPR, W1 = 10 dan 20 HST dan W2 = 15 dan 30 HST. Faktor kedua yaitu : jenis pupuk kandang (K) yang terdiri dari 4 taraf, yaitu: K0 = tanpa pupuk kandang, K1 = pupuk kandang sapi (60 gr/polybag), K2 = pupuk kandang ayam (60 gr/polybag) dan K3 = pupuk kandang kambing (60 gr/polybag). Parameter yang diamati : tinggi tanaman, umur berbunga, jumlah cabang produktif, jumlah polong per tanaman, berat biji kering, berat 100 biji kering dan produksi per hektar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa waktu aplikasi PGPR berpengaruh sangat nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman umur 28 HST, jumlah cabang produktif, jumlah polong per tanaman, berat biji kering, berat 100 biji kering dan produksi per hektar. Interaksi perlakuan waktu aplikasi PGPR dengan jenis pupuk kandang terbaik diperoleh pada perlakuan W2 = 15 dan 30 HST dan K3 = pupuk kandang kambing (60 gr/polybag).
The plant protection capabilities of extension workers in enhancing Maize (Zea mays L.) production: A case study of District Shangla Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Authors: Khan Muhammad Zafarullah , Ahmad Tariq , Khan Ayesha , Pervaiz Urooba , Saqib Raheel 
Published: August 2023

This study analyzed farmers’ perceptions about plant protection capabilities of extension workers in enhancing maize production in remote District Shangla Khyber Pakhtunkhwa-Pakistan. Educating farmers about modern technologies of crops is the mandate of the extension staff of the provincial agriculture extension department. For this research, two villages were taken purposively from three union councils of Tehsil Besham of District Shangla for data collection through a well-structured interview schedule. A total of 204 farmers were selected for data collection, which was analyzed using SPSS V.20 software. Descriptive statistics, 5 points Likert scale, and Chi-square tests were used. About 32% of respondents were found in the age 26-35 years, 46.6% respondents have 1-2 acres of land under maize crop while 57.8% maize growers were literate with 20.1% respondents educated up to matric. Maximum (82.4%) growers were getting 6400-12800 kg/acre maize production by cultivating local varieties. Awareness about alternative pest management technique was ranked 1st with the highest mean value of 3.04 and standard deviation of 1.13, and performing pest monitoring on maize were ranked 2nd with a mean value of 2.84 and standard deviation of 1.14. In contrast, identifying symptoms of major insects/pest diseases was ranked 5th with the lowest mean value of 2.67 and a standard deviation of 1.23. Their plant protection issues by educating them on disease-resistant varieties and weather suitability of maize hybrid varieties for higher production through local agriculture programs broadcasted on a local FM channel and pamphlets.
Importance of Information Availability, its effects on Business & the proposed Model
Authors: Alvi Bilal , Qureshi M. Wasim , Karim Shakir 
Published: August 2023

Many a time the irony one can face is the unavailability of the resources when they are needed the most causing unavoidable/irreversible loss. These kinds of scenarios can cost organizations their business. Enterprises suffered and are still suffering a huge loss in terms of revenue, customers’ dissatisfaction and more. Though availability is one of the three basic components of security besides Confidentiality and Integrity, it could not get its due share and remained under the back- drop. In this paper, the importance of the information availability and its key determinants are discussed, analyzed and a conceptual model is proposed. The model is validated by carrying out an in-depth study of three major multinational oil enterprises of Pakistan. The study proved that if information availability is taken care in true sense, success in business could be assured.
PERAN PUSAT PERPUSTAKAAN DAN PENYEBARAN TEKNOLOGI PERTANIAN DALAM TUJUAN PEMBANGUNAN BERKELANJUTAN
Authors: Rufaidah Vivit Wardah , Iskak Penny Ismiati 
Published: August 2023

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are aligned with Indonesia's national development priorities set out in the National Medium Term Development Plan. Of the 169 SDGs targets, around 57 percent of SDGs are in line with national development priorities. Agriculture is closely related to achieving SDGs. Agricultural development driven by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Indonesia is included in second goal and 8th on achieving SDGs in Indonesia. The second goal is to eliminate hunger, achieve food security, good nutrition, and improve sustainable agriculture. Whereas, the 8th goal is to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, productive and comprehensive employment opportunities, and decent work for all. In the second quarter of 2017, the agricultural sector contributed 13.92 percent (up 0.33 percent from the first quarter of 2017) to economic growth. In addition to absorbing labor (31.86% of the workforce), agriculture also provides food, industrial raw materials, feed and bio-energy and contributes to foreign exchange of US $ 8.24 billion. Innovation is very important in the success of agricultural development. Information plays an important role in the application of innovation by agricultural actors. The Indonesian Center for Agricultural Library and Agricultural Technology Dissemination plays a role in providing information related to agricultural innovation and promoting agricultural literacy in the community. The activities of agricultural literacy conducted by PUSTAKA include: 1) agricultural literacy workshop among students and extension workers, 2) increasing video collections of agricultural technology, 3) agricultural literacy in Taman Baca, 4) building Kid Corner and completing it with library material in agriculture , 5) visit Agricultural Technology and Science Parks, 6) exhibitions, and 7) technical guidance for farmers by presenting resource persons who are experts in agriculture. Through agricultural literacy, the community have been able to utilize information resources such as iTani, the Agricultural Publication Repository and the agricultural information provider website. In the end, it is expected that the community will more quickly adopt agricultural innovations.
WEBSITE PERPUSTAKAAN SEBAGAI MEDIA PROMOSI LEMBAGA RISET
Authors: Sutarsyah Sutarsyah 
Published: August 2023

Website perpustakaan lembaga riset dipandang sebagai cerminan atas layanan dan sumber-sumber yang dimiliki oleh sebuah perpustakaan dan lembaga induknya, Website perpustakaan menjadi salah satu media promosi yang dapat mengangkat citra perpustakaan dan akan membangun image perpustakaan. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui sejauh mana website yang efektif sebagai media promosi dan mengenal profil website perpustakaan Lembaga Pemerintah Non Kementerian (LPNK) Ristekdikti. Metode yang digunakan yaitu metode survei, survei dilakukan terhadap 6 website perpustakaan dari enam lembaga penelitian LPNK lingkup Ristekdikti di Indonesia LIPI, LAPAN, BPPT, BSN, BAPETEN, BATAN, dan ditinjau website menarik sebagai media promosi mengacu pada 7 aspek website efektif yaitu; context, content, community, customization, communication, connection, commerce. Hasil kajian menunjukkan dari aspek context, tampilan interface dengan warna background didominasi putih dan teks didominasi hitam ada pada website perpustakaan BSN, Batan, Bapeten, PDII-LIPI sedangkan dua website lainnya warna background didominasi abu-abu dengan tulisan biru muda, dan putih yaitu BPPT dan Lapan. Tampilan gambar variatif terdapat pada website Batan, Bapeten, Lapan, PDII-LIPI, sedangkan dua website lainnya tampilan gambarnya kurang variatif yaitu pada website perpustakaan BSN dan BPPT. Dari aspek content hanya ada 2 website memuat video yaitu website BPPT dan PDII-LIPI yaitu film tentang profil Perpustakaan BPPT & PDDITV. Dari aspek Community, hanya ada satu website yang memfasilitasi yaitu web PDII-LIPI dengan adanya media Login forum. Sedangkan dari aspek customization dan communication ke-6 website tidak memfasilitasinya. Dari aspek connection yang memiliki tautan kepada website dengan tema yang sama yaitu website perpustakaan Batan, Bapeten. Lapan, PDII-LIPI. Sedangkan dari aspek commerce/komersial , hanya website Perpustakaan BSN yang menyediakan menu pemesanan SNI.
THE INFLUENCE OF THE CONCENTRATION OF CHLORINE-CONTAINING CONDENSING AGENTS IN THE SYNTHESIS OF CARBOXYLIC ACID ANILIDESТ
Authors: Shteinberg Leon 
Published: August 2023

Chlorine-containing condensing agents (PCl3, TiCl4, SiCl4) are widely used in the synthesis of carboxylic acid arylamides by the reaction of arylamines with carboxylic acids in stoichiometric amounts, and often in excess (40–150 mol % relative to the latter). To find the optimal amount of the condensing agent used, the acylation of aniline with 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid in boiling ortho-xylene was studied in the PCl3 concentration range of 0–10 mol % from 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid. It has been established that phosphorus tri-chlorochloride plays the role of a condensing agent and a catalyst, while 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid anilide is formed along two routes with different rates, which can be separated kinetically. The first route includes the rapid synthesis of acid chloride, its interaction with aniline to obtain the target product. The second route is implemented due to phosphorous acid, which is formed from phosphorus trichloride and is a true acylation catalyst.
The maximum yield of anilide 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid decreases with increasing catalyst concentration, approximately propor-tional to the amount of aniline phosphite formed from it in the mass, which, apparently, is not reactive when interacting with the starting acid.
Similar patterns were also found in the acylation of aniline with benzoic and salicylic acids in the presence of phosphorus trichloride; benzoic acid in the presence of titanium tetrachloride; 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid in the presence of silicon tetrachloride. They allow a new look at the role of these products (PCl3, TiCl4, SiCl4) as condensing agents and/or ca­talysts in the synthesis of amides of carboxylic acids.
Taking into account the obtained results, in practice it is better to use PCl3 as a catalyst in an amount not exceeding 2–2.5%, or even to replace it with phosphorous acid. This allows to completely get rid of the release of hydrogen chloride, significantly reduce the consumption rates for raw materials, simplify the entire technological process, reduce the amount of waste, ensure the yield of 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid anilide close to quantitative, create a direct catalytic amidation technology that fully meets the criteria «green» chemistry processes.
Identification of potential angiogenic biomarkers in human follicular fluid for predicting oocyte maturity
Authors: Chen Hsuan-Ting , Wu Wen-Bin , Lin Jun-Jin , Lai Tsung-Hsuan 
Published: August 2023

BackgroundAngiogenesis in folliculogenesis contributes to oocyte developmental competence in natural and in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles. Therefore, the identification of key angiogenic factors in follicular fluid (FF) during folliculogenesis is clinically significant and important for in vitro fertilization. This study aims to identify the key angiogenic factors in FF for predicting oocyte maturity during in vitro fertilization.Materials and methodsForty participants who received ovarian stimulation using a GnRH antagonist protocol in their first in vitro fertilization treatment were recruited. From each patient, two follicular samples (one preovulatory follicle, &gt; 18 mm; one mid-antral follicle, &lt; 14 mm) were collected without flushing during oocyte retrieval. In total, 80 FF samples were collected from 40 patients. The expression profiles of angiogenesis-related proteins in FF were analyzed via Luminex high-performance assays. Recorded patient data included antral follicle count, anti-müllerian hormone, age, and BMI. Serum samples were collected on menstrual cycle day 2, the trigger day, and the day of oocyte retrieval. Hormone concentrations including day 2 FSH/LH/E2/P4, trigger day E2/LH/P4, and retrieval day E2/LH/P4 were measured by chemiluminescence assay.ResultsTen angiogenic factors were highly expressed in FF: eotaxin, Gro-α, IL-8, IP-10, MCP-1, MIG, PAI-1 (Serpin), VEGF-A, CXCL-6, and HGF. The concentrations of eotaxin, IL-8, MCP1, PAI-1, and VEGF-A were significantly higher in preovulatory follicles than those in mid-antral follicles, while the Gro-α and CXCL-6 expressional levels were lower in preovulatory than in mid-antral follicles (p &lt; 0.05). Logistic regression and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis revealed that VEGF-A, eotaxin, and CXCL-6 were the three strongest predictors of oocyte maturity. The combination of VEGF-A and CXCL-6 predicted oocyte maturity with a higher sensitivity (91.7%) and specificity (72.7%) than other combinations.ConclusionOur findings suggest that VEGF-A, eotaxin, and CXCL-6 concentrations in FF strongly correlate with oocyte maturity from the mid-antral to preovulatory stage. The combination of VEGF-A and CXCL-6 exhibits a relatively good prediction rate of oocyte maturity during in vitro fertilization.
Flow characteristics of the Hornád River and the anthropogenic impact of the Ružín dam for the period 1973–2020
Authors: Nagy Patrik , Kubiak-Wójcicka Katarzyna , Káposztásová Daniela , Zeleňákova Martina , Vranay František 
Published: August 2023

The aim of the study is to analyse the monthly and annual variability of the flow of the Hornad River in the years 1973–2020. The research showed that an upward trend in annual air temperature, precipitation and flows was recorded throughout the catchment area. The analysis of the annual Richard-Baker Index (RBI) and flow variability (Cv) showed a clear downward trend in the variability indexes Cv and Richard-Baker Index in the analyzed multi-year period only at the Kysak station, which is located downstream of the dam. No such changes were observed at the remaining Margecany and Spisska Nova Ves stations, which are located above the dam. The analysis of average monthly Richard-Baker Index values over the course showed greater variation. Between 1973 and 2020, the Richard-Baker Index values ranged from 0 to 0.49 at the Spisska Nova Ves and Margecany hydrological stations, while at the Kysak station, the Richard-Baker Index ranged from 0 to 0.57, indicating large changes in short-term flows. The maximum Richard-Baker Index value occurred in June 1973 (0.57) at the Kysak station. At the hydrological stations above the Ruzin reservoir, the maximum RBI values were recorded in as well as in July 2008 (0.49) at the Margecany station (0.49) and at the Spisska Nova Ves station (0.48), which was the result of very high precipitation (above 170 mm during a month). The values of the Richard-Baker Index at the Kysak station depended on the possibility of water retention in the Ružín I and Ružín II reservoirs and flow control below the dam.
Construction of a carbon neutral enterprise environmental performance assessment model based on transformer-GRU
Authors: Chen Yanqing 
Published: August 2023

IntroductionCarbon-neutral enterprise environmental performance assessment is an important method for evaluating the impact and benefits of enterprises on the environment during the process of achieving carbon neutrality. This paper proposes a method for evaluating the environmental performance of carbon-neutral enterprises using the Transformer-GRU model.MethodsThe proposed method combines the Transformer and GRU models to accurately predict and analyze the environmental performance of carbon-neutral enterprises. The Transformer model is used to extract features, and the GRU model is used for sequence modeling, which improves the model's prediction accuracy and generalization ability. The method is validated using actual enterprise data for experimental verification.ResultsThe experiments show that the proposed method has significant practical significance in evaluating the environmental performance of carbon-neutral enterprises. The method accurately predicts and analyzes the enterprise's carbon emissions, energy consumption, wastewater and gas discharge, and solid waste treatment.DiscussionThe proposed method provides a new approach for evaluating the environmental performance of carbon-neutral enterprises. The combination of the Transformer and GRU models can effectively improve the accuracy and generalization ability of the model. The method can be used to help enterprises evaluate their environmental performance and make decisions to achieve carbon neutrality.
Comparative analysis of the complete mitogenome of Geoffroea decorticans: a native tree surviving in the Atacama Desert
Authors: Contreras-Díaz Roberto , Carevic Felipe S. , van den Brink Liesbeth 
Published: August 2023

Chañar (Geoffroea decorticans (Gill., ex Hook. &amp; Arn.) Burkart) has been highly significant for indigenous people in the Atacama Desert for over 3,000 years. Through evolutionary processes, the G. decorticans mitogenome likely underwent changes facilitating its adaptation to the extreme conditions of the Atacama Desert. Here, we compare the mitochondrial genome of G. decorticans with those of other Papilionoideae family species. The complete mitogenome of G. decorticans was sequenced and assembled, making it the first in the genus Geoffroea. The mitogenome contained 383,963 base pairs, consisting of 33 protein coding genes, 21 transfer RNA genes, and 3 ribosomal RNA genes. The Chañar mitogenome is relatively compact, and has two intact genes (sdh4 and nad1) which were not observed in most other species. Additionally, Chañar possessed the highest amount of mitochondrial DNA of plastid origin among angiosperm species. The phylogenetic analysis of the mitogenomes of Chañar and 12 other taxa displayed a high level of consistency in taxonomic classification, when compared to those of the plastid genome. Atp8 was subjected to positive selection, while the ccmFc and rps1 were subjected to neutral selection. This study provides valuable information regarding its ability to survive the extreme environmental conditions of the Atacama Desert.
No association between incidence of type 1 diabetes and rotavirus vaccination in Swedish children
Authors: Rangert Amanda , Oldin Carin , Golsäter Marie , Ludvigsson Johnny , Åkesson Karin 
Published: August 2023

BackgroundRotavirus infection is a potential trigger of type 1 diabetes (T1D) and rotavirus vaccination is hypothesized to decrease the incidence of T1D. In Sweden, rotavirus vaccination was introduced in 2014 in two regions and from 2019, nationwide. This study aims to investigate the association between rotavirus vaccination and incidence of T1D in Swedish children and whether rotavirus vaccination is associated with a change in clinical manifestation at diabetes onset.MethodsA nationwide register-based study with all Swedish children &lt;15 years of age, diagnosed with T1D 2009-2019 was conducted. 7893 children were retrieved. Nationwide vaccine coverage was collected from Child Health Services. Three vaccine groups were created: I: Vaccination start 2014; II: Gradual vaccination start 2016-2018; III: No vaccination. Incidence rates of T1D before (2009-2014) and after (2014-2019) introduction of rotavirus vaccine were compared.FindingsThe mean incidence of T1D in children &lt;15 years was 42·61 per 100 000 during the observed period. When comparing the years before and after 2014 the incidence rate ratio (IRR) for children &lt;5 years was 0·86 in group I (p=0·10), 0·85 (p=0·05) in group II and 0·87 (p=0·06) in group III. A similar IRR reduction was also seen among older children who received no vaccine. Children developing or not developing T1D were vaccinated to the same extent. No differences regarding clinical manifestation at onset associated with rotavirus vaccination were seen.InterpretationThere is no association between rotavirus vaccination in children and incidence or clinical manifestation of T1D.