Cyber Physical direction of irrigated agriculture development 

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anatoly Zeyliger ◽  
Olga Ermolaeva
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Agricultural Production ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
External Environment ◽  
Irrigated Agriculture ◽  
Agricultural Crops ◽  
The One ◽  
The Impact

<p>Until recently, new technologies introduced into irrigated agriculture were mainly aimed at developing one or several related control actions. However, the needs of society to increase the volume and improve the quality of agricultural products have led to significant qualitative changes in irrigated agriculture. The various robotic systems used for this have proven their effectiveness in the mechanization and automation of the irrigation process, as well as in the application of chemical fertilizers and chemical protection of agricultural crops from diseases and pests. This resulted in higher yields while lowering production costs.Nowadays, biotechnologies currently being developed and being introduced into irrigated agriculture, as well as systems for controlling and monitoring environmental impacts, are aimed at solving problems related to further increasing the efficiency of the use of natural resources, while minimizing the risks of negative impact on components and services of the environment.This is largely due to the impact of the rapid development of IC and sensor technologies aimed at creating production management systems based on the cyber-physical systems (CPS) paradigm. For this, there are using a holistic vision of the structure and cybernetic methods of management, artificial intelligence technologies, as well as digital platforms for integrating information flows between sub-subsystems of management, control, monitoring and decision support.In this context, the main difference between developed agricultural CPSs from the existing industrial agricultural systems focused on current economic efficiency lies in the plane of making agricultural production sustainable in the long term based on a balance between economic efficiency and the quality of natural resources used and services of the environment. From this point of view, irrigated agriculture focuses on the efficient use of natural resources, which are water, soil and air, as well as renewable and non-renewable (fossil) energy. At the same time, weather are considered as the impact of the external environment providing an irreplaceable source of water, heat and energy resources but with stochastic characteristics that are difficult to formalize. In connection with this diversity, a CPSs are built taking into account a complex compromise that takes into account many aspects of the negative impact of intensive agricultural production technologies on the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of these resources, not only in the place of their use, but also on the external environment beyond these limits. In this regard, water resources are one of the most important factors necessary, on the one hand, to impart long-term sustainability to irrigated agriculture, and on the one hand, as a factor that can lead in the near future to a significant decrease in fertility, as well as to a negative impact on the environmental services of the surrounding area. This contribution discusses some points of the development of an agricultural irrigation CPS’ subsystem aimed to monitor the soil moisture content at the root zone of the soil cover at the scale of irrigated agricultural crops and their relationship with industrial sprinkling technologies.Acknowledgments: The reported study was funded by RFBR, project number 19-29-05261 mk</p>

Green Beans Cultivation Using Mice Pets Control to Improve the Quality of Bintaro Fruit Extract

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
Ajeng Embri Legawati ◽  
Nur Azizah ◽  
Achmad Ramadhan
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Green Beans ◽  
Fruit Extract ◽  
Bean Plants ◽  
Cultivation Technology ◽  
Environmental Balance ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Chemical Pesticides

Green beans cultivation technology using mice pets control has been implemented in the Gluranploso village, Benjeng Gresik. The implementation of the technology performed for 2.5 months from August to October 2017. The purpose of the implementation is aimed to reduce the dependence of farmers on the use of chemical pesticides so that the farmers are aware of the negative impact of chemical pesticides. Assessing the impact of the utilization of Bintaro fruit and fruit extracts to explore ways of making Bintaro as a natural biopesticide to overcome rat attack on green bean plants in the Gluranploso village. Pest control mice can reduce the rate of loss of the crops more effectively and efficiently. Finally, with the use of those natural resources as a biopesticide material can also maintain the environmental balance

scholarly journals A Warning Call for Fertility Preservation Methods for Women Undergoing Gonadotoxic Cancer Treatment

Medicina ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (12) ◽  
pp. 1340
Author(s):  
Claudia Mehedintu ◽  
Francesca Frincu ◽  
Andreea Carp-Veliscu ◽  
Ramona Barac ◽  
Dumitru-Cristinel Badiu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Fertility Preservation ◽  
Ovarian Reserve ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Future Fertility ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The One

Malignant hematological conditions have recognized an increased incidence and require aggressive treatments. Targeted chemotherapy, accompanied or not by radiotherapy, raises the chance of defeating the disease, yet cancer protocols often associate long-term gonadal consequences, for instance, diminished or damaged ovarian reserve. The negative effect is directly proportional to the types, doses, time of administration of chemotherapy, and irradiation. Additionally, follicle damage depends on characteristics of the disease and patient, such as age, concomitant diseases, previous gynecological conditions, and ovarian reserve. Patients should be adequately informed when proceeding to gonadotoxic therapies; hence, fertility preservation should be eventually regarded as a first-intention procedure. This procedure is most beneficial when performed before the onset of cancer treatment, with the recommendation for embryos or oocytes’ cryopreservation. If not feasible or acceptable, several options can be available during or after the cancer treatment. Although not approved by medical practice, promising results after in vitro studies increase the chances of future patients to protect their fertility. This review aims to emphasize the mechanism of action and impact of chemotherapy, especially the one proven to be gonadotoxic, upon ovarian reserve and future fertility. Reduced fertility or infertility, as long-term consequences of chemotherapy and, particularly, following bone marrow transplantation, is often associated with a negative impact of recovery, social and personal life, as well as highly decreased quality of life.

scholarly journals What the impact of the economic crisis on the Brazilian’s lifestyle between 2013 and 2016? A long-term trend cross-sectional study.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonny Állan Bezerra ◽  
Denilson Menezes Santos ◽  
Michele Maria Oliveira ◽  
Claudia Vanisse Costa ◽  
Elaynne de Oliveira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Economic Crisis ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sharp Drop ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Long Term Trend

Abstract Background: Brazil has been going through a period of economic crisis since 2015 and the impact on health indicators and the quality of life of the most recent crisis is unclear. This study sought to establish a relationship between the impact of the economic crisis experienced by Brazil during the period 2013-2016 and the lifestyle of adult populations in the 27 capitals of the Brazilian state.Results: According to the binary logistic regression model, at least completing secondary education increases the probability of individuals presenting higher LS by 4.9% (OR=1,049, 95% CI 1,029–1,070); being involved in some type of relationship decreases the probability of presenting a higher LS by 5.3% (OR=0.947, 95% CI 0.029-0.965); having an adequate body mass index increases LS by 27.3% (OR=1.273, 95% CI 1,245.10.10). Living in a city with a lower unemployment rate increases the probability of having a higher LS score by 3.8%(OR=1,038, 95% CI 1,012-1.064); living in a city with a more basic food basket decreases the probability of having a higher LS score by 5.4% (OR=0.946, 95% CI 0.910-0.982). Presenting higher yields decreases the probability of having a higher LS by 12% (OR=0.880, 95% CI 0.860-0.900). In addition, there was an increase in the percentage of leisure-time PA in 2015 (20.9%), followed by a decrease to 18.1% in 2016, after a stabilization period in 2013 (19.5%) and 2014 (19.6%). The physical exercise showed a steady annual increase, with a score of 49.6% in 2013, followed by 50.9% and 51.9% in 2014 and 2015, respectively, and ending with 54.5% in 2016. The "Watch TV 5x per week" indicator recorded a sharp drop between 2013 (27.9%) and 2015 (22.7%), as well as the consumption of soft drinks, which went from stable values in 2013 (19.5%) and 2014 (19%) 17.3% in 2015.Conclusion: In the case of Brazil, the economic crisis initially started in 2015 had a negative impact on the population over time, but these effects were only observed in the second year of crisis, being preceded by a temporary improvement of indicators.

Impact of Industrial Effluents Discharges on Degradation of Natural Resources and Threat to Food Security

1970 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 80-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Anwar Hossain ◽  
M Khabir Uddin ◽  
AH Molla ◽  
MSI Afrad ◽  
MM Rahman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Insect Pests ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Industrial Effluent ◽  
Industrial Effluents ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Tiny Part

The present study evaluates the impact of industrial effluent on degradation of natural resources and threatening of food security in Gazipur, one of the most thickly industrialized district in Bangladesh. The present survey study was conducted based on pre prepared questionnaire in two locations viz, Sreepur Upzilla and Gazipur Sadar Upzilla during July to October, 2009 with sample size of 50 person. Almost 100% of the respondents identified that untreated industrial effluents degraded surface water and soil along with negative impact on crop, insect pests and animals. The health and proper growth of human, domestic animals and aquatic animals are also affected by awful effects of untreated industrial effluents. The presence of tiny part (4%) of untreated industrial effluent decreases the quality of ground water. To address this alarming sign, immediate action should be taken for saving protecting the ecosystem from unplanned and untreated discharges of industrial effluents here and there. Keywords: Industrial effluent; pollution; environmental degradation DOI: 10.3329/agric.v8i2.7581 The Agriculturists 8(2): 80-87 (2010)  

Systematic Review: Investigating the Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health Outcomes of Individuals With ADHD

2021 ◽  
pp. 108705472110509
Author(s):  
Julie T. Behrmann ◽  
Julie Blaabjerg ◽  
Josefine Jordansen ◽  
Kristine M. Jensen de López
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Methodological Quality ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Outcomes ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Psychological Difficulties ◽  
The Impact

Background: According to the WHO, the COVID-19 pandemic could have a negative impact on the mental health of individuals, such as an exacerbation of existing difficulties. Individuals with ADHD may be specifically challenged by the pandemic. Aims: To provide a systematic review of evidence regarding the COVID-19’s impact on mental health of individuals with ADHD during the COVID-19 lockdown. Methods: This registered review (PROSPERO ID CRD42021238770) adhered to Prisma guidelines. Systematic searches in electronic databases PubMed and PsycINFO were carried out. A total of 12 studies covering 3,028 subjects were included. Results: COVID-19 pandemic is associated with increased ADHD symptoms and psychological difficulties. Some studies reported that individuals experienced positive outcomes. The methodological quality of the studies was low to moderate. Conclusion: COVID-19 can affect the mental health of individuals with ADHD negatively, although methodological limitations should be considered. Further research should generate knowledge about long-term effects impact of the pandemic and about appropriate support.

scholarly journals Project Office as a Promising Management Tool in the Financial Market

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (SPE3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrey Petrovich Garnov ◽  
Denis Grigorevich Perepelitsa ◽  
Andrey Yuryevich Belyaninov ◽  
Natalia Alekseevna Prodanova ◽  
Bahrom Asrorovich Tursunov ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Financial Market ◽  
External Environment ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Economic Systems ◽  
Competitive Advantages ◽  
Project Approach ◽  
Current State ◽  
The Impact

In the context of a dynamic external environment and continuously emerging global challenges, one of the most important issues for any corporation is its effective functioning and development in the long term. The current state of the markets is characterized by constantly changing external factors that have a significant impact on the position of the corporation in the market. Obviously, in order to carry out their activities, corporations must adapt to the impact of environmental factors by improving the structure of the organization and the quality of management. At the same time, the best results are achieved by those corporations that are able to effectively organize their activities for a long-term (strategic) period. To organize effective strategic management and the formation mechanism of the implementation of development strategies of the Corporation are encouraged to use project-based approach involving activities by initiating, designing, implementing and maintaining projects and programs of the Corporation, provide design controls created by attracting specialists with the necessary competencies in this area. Justifying the expediency of using the project approach, the article describes some general approaches to the organization of such structures, considers their tasks and functions. For organizations (corporations) that aim to achieve long-term success, it is absolutely necessary to find and master methods of managing their own development that provide them with competitive advantages and ensure faster growth rates in the field of activity or industry of the economy. The article is aimed at specialists interested in the management problems of modern socio-economic systems.

scholarly journals Universities Under Pressure: the Impact of International University Rankings

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 181
Author(s):  
Javier Vidal ◽  
Camino Ferreira
Keyword(s):  
Negative Impact ◽  
University Rankings ◽  
Ranking Systems ◽  
World Class ◽  
International University ◽  
World Class Universities ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

This paper synthesizes the characteristics of university rankings that cause pressure or ‘harassment’ on universities and analyses possible strategies for action that can be carried out in the real context of the three main university rankings (QS, THE, ARWU), suggesting the consequences for the so-called world-class universities and others (which represent 95% of the total). Although there is controversy over the criteria of the university ranking systems, many universities are establishing strategies aimed at adapting to these criteria and indicators and improving their positions. This study concludes that international university rankings should not be a relevant source of information to consider the quality of universities because this can have a negative impact on the development of medium- and long-term policies in higher education and the universities themselves. Universities should concentrate on their mission and must provide valid and reliable information to all stakeholders about the level of achievement of their goals.

scholarly journals Legal protection of natural resources from the negative impact of agricultural activity

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 52-57
Author(s):  
Viktor Mushenok
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Agricultural Production ◽  
Crop Production ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
Legal Regulation ◽  
The State ◽  
Organic Fertilizers ◽  
Agricultural Activity ◽  
The Impact

The article considers the existing mechanisms of legal regulation of the impact of agricultural activities on the environment, as well as the preservation of natural resources necessary to ensure quantitative and qualitative employment in crop production and animal husbandry in agriculture. The position that the quality and level of development of agricultural production directly depends on the state of natural resources is confirmed. The generalization is made that the development of special legal regulation of greening of the norms of the domestic agrarian legislation at obvious strengthening of influence on environment of negative influence of processes of agricultural production does not lose urgency. The following proposals for improving certain provisions of the Law of Ukraine «On the Basic Principles (Strategy) of the State Environmental Policy of Ukraine for the period up to 2030» are provided. Legislative consolidation of measures is proposed: reduction of negative impact on the environment of the results of intensification of processes in agriculture; technological development of agricultural production in the field of crop production through the introduction of technologies for biologization (greening) of agriculture and ensuring the production of organic agricultural products; increasing the productivity of arable land and obtaining high and stable yields of the crop industry, provided that sufficient doses of mineral and organic fertilizers, etc. Defined as a prospect for further research – the study and borrowing from domestic legislation of best practices of legal regulation of agricultural relations in the European Union.

scholarly journals The impact of long-term construction subjects and industrial areas on the geoecology of cities and development of depressed urban spaces

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Valentina Kurochkina
Keyword(s):  
City Planning ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Urban System ◽  
Town Planning ◽  
Human Environment ◽  
Complex Information ◽  
The Impact

The matter of formation of depressive territories as well as their environmental impact and impact on the urban system environment is considered in this article. Such territories traditionally include agrarian and industrial, extracting (focal) and old industrial ones. The signs of "depressiveness" are the following: availability of the abandoned, destroyed or half-ruined structures, having different level of moral and physical deterioration, in the territory. It is noted in the article, that the long decrease in the indicators of quality of the environment is observed on depressive spaces, and that the term "depressive" is used in relation to the spaces in city planning and ecology more and more often. At the same time, as the author specifies in the article, when studying the matter of depressive spaces (especially from the ecological and town-planning positions) they very seldom mention one more version of such spaces, e.i. the subjects of construction in progress (long-term construction subjects). Negative impact of unfinished constructions on the quality of life in the cities has multidimensional character. Some of their aspects emerge at considerable distance from the abandoned buildings. That was the purpose of carried out research of some subjects of construction in progress and the territories adjoining to them. Besides, complex information analysis on the abandoned city buildings, existing in other countries was carried out. According to the received results, the classification of subjects of construction in progress was developed. The stages of their degradation and the impacts on living conditions of urban population, accompanying them, were identified. The need of complex hazard assessment of unfinished constructions as the uncontrollable degrading coupled human-environment systems is proved.

scholarly journals Impact of ownership and pay structure on voluntary remuneration reporting: Evidence from Germany

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maximilian Behrmann ◽  
Willi Ceschinski ◽  
Martin Scholand
Keyword(s):  
Negative Impact ◽  
Reporting Quality ◽  
Executive Pay ◽  
Leverage Ratio ◽  
Legal Reforms ◽  
Code Model ◽  
New Findings ◽  
The One ◽  
The Impact

Based on the global debate on the development of executive pay as well as the lack of transparent information that has prompted the implementation of far-reaching legal reforms, this paper aims to determine the quality of voluntary remuneration reporting of top management in Germany. To investigate the impact of ownership and remuneration structure on voluntary remuneration reporting, an OLS regression analysis is used. To assess the quality of remuneration reporting, we calculate a total score for 160 listed companies on the basis of a scoring model derived from four criteria. The criteria are individualized remuneration disclosure, use of the German Corporate Governance Code model table, information on the say-on-pay vote and on the role of the compensation consultant. This study comes to the result that reporting quality in Germany differs heavily and depends on ownership and remuneration structure. On the one hand, a high share of fixed remuneration shows a significant negative and the existence of family shareholders a simple negative impact on reporting quality. In contrast to this, a high percentage of the free float as well as highly variable compensation influence voluntary remuneration reporting in a positive way. Simultaneously, the company’s performance correlates significant negative while company size and leverage ratio show no effect at all. This paper extends upon prior research that has identified determinants of the voluntary individual disclosure of management remuneration in Germany (Andres and Theissen, 2007; Chizema, 2008). The new findings of this paper partly differ from former research and help to derive statements that are more current, comprehensive and go beyond the results of the previous studies. Furthermore, the insights offer implications for firms, theory, and new opportunities regarding future empirical research.

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