Talijansko kazalište u 17.stoljeću s naglaskom na operu i operne kostime

Okosnica ovog rada su zbivanja u kazališnoj umjetnosti 17.stoljeća na području Italije. Rad daje pregled važnijih povijesnih okolnosti koje su oblikovale umjetnost baroka te samim time uvjetovale rođenje opere koja je ubrzo postala esencija kulturnog i društvenog života Europe. Cilj je razdvojiti i analizirati komponente kazališne umjetnosti s fokusom interesa na kazališnom kostimu. Rad je protkan velikim imenima koja su obilježila povijest glazbe, no ponajviše onima koji su pridonijeli realizaciji vizualnih komponenti kao što su kostimi i scena, a bez kojih barokna opera ne bi bila ono što je danas, sinonim za nenadmašivu audio-vizualnu raskoš

Investigation into the effects of stormwater attenuation within the lower third of a catchment on downstream waterways

The planning and design guidelines of urban stormwater systems within Queensland is undertaken in accordance with The Queensland Urban Drainage Manual (QUDM). QUDM states that when designing detention systems to control downstream flooding, it is important to consider the issue of coincident flood peaks. This issue occurs when the peak runoff from a development is delayed or extended and causes this runoff to arrive at a critical location at the same time as flows arriving from the upper catchment. The simple ‘one third rule’ was developed in response to this issue. This rule stated that stormwater detention systems may not be appropriate within the lower third of a catchment because it could increase the peak runoff by aligning the peak discharge from different areas of the catchment. This dissertation will examine the validity of the ‘one third rule’ by modelling a hypothetical undeveloped catchment planned for a residential subdivision that is located in Toowoomba, Queensland. The catchment was split into three equal sub-catchments and designed with an appropriate stormwater drainage system. Detention basins will then be designed for each sub-catchment to ensure that peak pre-developed stormwater discharge does not exceed the peak developed stormwater discharge. Detention basins will then be removed from each catchment in various configurations to assess the impact on the downstream waterway. To examine the different detention basin scenarios throughout the catchment stormwater quantity and quality software packages were researched. This research into the software packages determined the most appropriate stormwater quantity package to be DRAINS and the most appropriate stormwater quality package to be MUSIC. DRAINS is arguably the industry leading hydrological and hydraulic software package and MUSIC is the industry leading stormwater quality software package. Different scenarios were modelled in DRAINS and MUSIC. The scenarios including providing detention tanks with: 1. Pre-Development (no detention tanks); 2. Post-Development (no detention tanks); 3. All 3 thirds of the catchment; 4. Upper catchment only; 5. Upper and middle catchments; 6. Upper and lower catchments; 7. Middle catchment only; 8. Middle and lower catchments; 9. Lower catchment only; The research demonstrated that the most appropriate detention scenario is to provide all sub catchments with detention basins. The research also confirmed that in some circumstance’s detention within the lower third of a catchment does not have to be provided to ensure a non-worsening a peak discharge to downstream waterways. The one third rule does not aggravate peak flows or coincide with upstream peak flows to a degree that creates a worsening effect. There is little to no benefit in some circumstances to provide detention within the lower third of a catchment. This has the potential of saving developers time and money by reducing design costs and construction costs. The research showed the MUSIC has the potential to conceptually model detention scenarios. Although further research needs to be undertaken to confirm if it is possible as this research was not able to definitively determine this aspect. MUSIC does not have the capability of designing drainage systems and therefore it is very limited as to what functions it is able to perform

Improving the Writing Proficiency of Engineering Students by Strategic Integration of Technology

This paper aims to provide an academic analysis of the user's text and rewrite it in a proficient way. In contemporary engineering education, the cultivation of proficient writing abilities holds significant importance. This article explores the impact of incorporating technology on the improvement of English language writing abilities among engineering students. In the dynamic and ever-changing realm of technology and education, there exists a pressing demand for engineers to proficiently articulate their concepts, remedies, and proposals. The importance of discoveries has never been more crucial. This article examines the importance of effective written communication in the field of engineering and the common difficulties encountered by students in developing this competency.  By strategically incorporating technology, students have the potential to overcome these problems and enhance their writing skills. The article examines a range of technology resources that can be utilized to facilitate this process. The educational platform aims to facilitate student empowerment through the utilization of interactive learning modules, provision of tailored feedback, and the opportunity for individualized growth. Real-life case studies provide concrete evidence of the effective utilization of these tools, demonstrating noticeable enhancements in students' writing abilities. This article provides pragmatic advice on how educators might effectively integrate technology into their instructional approaches. Furthermore, it also takes into consideration probable obstacles, therefore guaranteeing that the utilization of technology in writing development remains accessible and fair to all students

Advent of English Communication Skills in India and Its Impact on Employability

The paper highlights the advent of the English language into the Indian sub-continent during various decades of the 20th century. The momentum of English usage has increased since the 1970s. The paper reiterates that many Commissions have advocated for Project- Method and Activity- Method to teach communication skills in English. It further reinforces that English is truly considered global and transcends the boundaries. Thereby, making the English learners not local citizens but global citizens. English is widely recognized as the world's lingua franca since it unites all peoples of the world linguistically and serves as the main medium of communication for trade, aviation, entertainment, and diplomacy as well as for scientific and technological activities. The incredible increase of graduates, post graduates and doctoral degree holders in various disciplines such as engineering, medicine, arts, science, humanities and management, has further brought forth challenges and competitions in the global market, and this has, however, posed a threat to the job seekers, who lack communicative competence in English. The majority of the top national and international businesses, organizations, and academic institutions communicate in English for a variety of reasons, and the majority of online resources are in English

LIFE TABLES OF LEPIDOSAPHES ULMI (L.) AND PALAEOLECANIUM BITUBERCULATUM (TARGIONI TOZZETTI) (HEMIPTERA: COCCOIDEA) ON APPLE TREES IN VAN PROVINCE, TURKEY

LIFE TABLES OF LEPIDOSAPHES ULMI (L.) AND PALAEOLECANIUM BITUBERCULATUM (TARGIONI TOZZETTI) (HEMIPTERA: COCCOIDEA) ON APPLE TREES IN VAN PROVINCE, TURKEY. Apples are the most important cultivated crop in Van Province in Eastern Anatolia Region, Turkey, where Lepidosaphes ulmi (L.) and Palaeolecanium bituberculatum (Targioni Tozzetti) (Hemiptera: Coccoidea) are amongst the most economically important pest species. Life-table data were collected in the field for these two species in two different apple orchards. The development time for each stage was recorded once a month in the Winter and every fortnight during the Spring, Summer and Autumn. In each orchard, both shoots and leaves of five randomly selected trees were sampled and each stage of the two scale species was counted. The life-table data were analyzed with regard to the age of the insects and the season, and it was found that L. ulmi and P. bituberculatum had one generation a year. Of several mortality factors, parasitisation was the most important (25.8% for L. ulmi and 23.8% for P. bituberculatum). Key words: Aphytis mytilaspidis, aphelinid, Coccophagus palaeolecanii

Kōrero Mai: Kaiako experiences of synchronous online teaching and learning in New Zealand

Online teaching and learning programmes allow ākonga who live in isolated areas, or who have differing learning requirements, to study by distance. Maintaining student engagement in the online environment is an important aspect. This article explores how kaiako (teachers) can engage their ākonga (students) better in online environments. The article has a particular emphasis on supporting Māori learners, who represent 25% of the New Zealand school population. Five kaiako were interviewed about their experience of teaching New Zealand secondary school students online. The study found that the kaiako had some awareness of bicultural values and practices, but lacked confidence in embedding it in their online teaching, which was limited to synchronous timetabled sessions with some communication by text and email. The time provided for online students was considerably less than for the secondary students in traditional classrooms

OBSERVATIONS ON THE OLEANDER SCALE, ASPIDIOTUS NERII BOUCHÉ (HEMIPTERA: DIASPIDIDAE) AND ITS NATURAL ENEMIES ON BLUELEAF WATTLE IN ADANA PROVINCE, TURKEY

OBSERVATIONS ON THE OLEANDER SCALE, ASPIDIOTUS NERII BOUCHÉ (HEMIPTERA: DIASPIDIDAE) AND ITS NATURAL ENEMIES ON BLUELEAF WATTLE IN ADANA PROVINCE, TURKEY. The biology of Aspidiotus nerii Bouché and the overall efficiency of its natural enemies (the aphelinid parasitoid Aphytus melinus DeBach and the coccinellid predators Chilocorus bipustulatus (L.) and Rhyzobius lophantae (Blaisdell)) were studied. Forty leaves were collected at weekly intervals from 5 blueleaf wattle trees (Acacia saligna) from four compass bearings; all live and dead A. nerii and the number and stage of all parasitised scales were counted. There were two population peaks of A. nerii per year, in May/June and July/August. The number of parasitoids, however, fluctuated considerably, especially during the autumn and winter. The scale stage parasitised was primarily the adult female, followed by the pupae and then a few 2nd- instar nymphs. First-instar nymphs were never attacked by parasitoids but predators fed on all stages. Key words: Acacia cyanophylla, damage, aspect, population density, mortality, shelter, wind breaks

The Effect of Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Administration on Fertility and Embryonic Loss in Goats during the Anoestrus Period

Background: Following the induction of oestrus out of season in small ruminants, low fertility and variations in fertility rates are associated with embryonic losses. One of the main causes of embryonic loss is luteal dysfunction. Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) supports the luteal structure, and increasing progesterone levels may be beneficial in terms of promoting embryonic life. The main objective of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of GnRH administration following an oestrus induction protocol in the anoestrus season for preventing embryonic loss in goats having failure to conceive during the season. Materials, Methods & Results: In the study, 106 Damascus goats aged 3-5 years and weighing 45-60 kg were used. The oestrus of 106 goats in the anoestrous group was stimulated with progesterone and pregnant mare serum gonadotropin (PMSG) treatment. Out of breeding season, goats were divided into the 4 following groups: GnRH0 (n = 27), GnRH7 (n = 26), GnRH0+7 (n = 27) and control (n = 26). In each goat, an intravaginal sponge (IS) containing 20 mg of fluorogestone acetate (FGA) was placed into the vagina and left for 9 days. With the withdrawal of the sponge, 550IU PMSG and 125 μg of d-cloprostenol were injected intramuscularly. Oestrus detection was made via teaser bucks for 3 days starting 24 h after withdrawal of the IS. Eighteen bucks known to be fertile were used for breeding. Goats in the oestrus period were mated via natural breeding. The GnRH analogue lecirelin was injected intramuscularly at breeding in the GnRH0 group, on day 7 post-breeding in the GnRH7 group, and both at breeding and on day 7 post-breeding in the GnRH0+7 group. No injections were given to the control group. Blood samples for progesterone measurement were taken by jugular vena puncturing on days 3, 6, 7, 10, 13, 16, and 19 after breeding from 10 randomly chosen goats in all groups. The goats with a level of > 3.5 ng/mL of progesterone on day 21 post-breeding were evaluated as pregnant. Pregnancy was also viewed on day 50 after breeding by real-time ultrasonography (USG) with a 5-7.5 MHz convex probe. The oestrus rate was 96.23% (102/106) in the goats. The rates of onset of oestrus between 36-48 h, 48-60 h and 60 h and beyond were 38.7% (41/106), 21.7% (23/106) and 35.8% (38/106), respectively. The total pregnancy rate was 35.8% (38/106). There were no statistically significant differences (P > 0.05) found for the pregnancy rate, embryonic death rate or progesterone concentration of the groups. However, serum progesterone levels were statistically different in the GnRH7 group compared with the control group (P < 0.05).Discussion: After synchronisation, various anti-luteolytic strategies can be used to support corpus luteum development and elevate progesterone concentration in the luteal phase to decrease embryonic loss and increase reproductive performance. Therefore, application of GnRH to support the luteal structure and to increase progesterone levels may be beneficial in terms of supporting embryonic life. The results showed that GnRH treatment on the day 7 post-breeding following oestrus induction, including FGA and PMSG, can increase serum progesterone levels in Damascus goats in the anoestrus period. However, following oestrus induction in the anoestrus period, it was seen that GnRH treatment at breeding or on day 7 after breeding did not have any positive effect on embryonic loss or reproductive performance. In conclusion, it was considered that this protocol could be implemented successfully, yielding a 35% pregnancy rate in Damascus goats in the anoestrus period, but embryonic loss must be deeply studied in detail