bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Income Inequality, Financial Crises, and Monetary Policy
Authors: Cairo Blanco Isabel , Sim Jae
Published: July 2018

We construct a general equilibrium model in which income inequality results in insufficient aggregate demand, deflation pressure, and excessive credit growth by allocating income to agents featuring low marginal propensity to consume, and if excessive, can lead to an endogenous financial crisis. This economy generates distributions for equilibrium prices and quantities that are highly skewed to the downside due to financial crises and the liquidity trap. Consequently, symmetric monetary policy rules designed to minimize fluctuations around fixed means become inefficient. A simultaneous reduction in inflation volatility and mean unemployment rate is feasible when an asymmetric policy rule is adopted.
CGAP Human Spleen Dissociation v1
Authors: Hunter Adam
Published: July 2018

Mechanical dissociation of human spleen tissue to single cells for use in 10X chromium scRNA-Seq preparation.
Kişiselleştirilmiş Çevrimiçi Haber Akışının Yankı Odası Etkisi, Filtre Balonu ve Siberbalkanizasyon Kavramları Çerçevesinde İncelenmesi
Authors: NARİN Bilge
Published: July 2018

Bu araştırmanın amacı hem kişiselleştirmiş çevrimiçi haber
kavramını ve türlerini açıklamak hem de yeni medyanın ayırt edici bu özelliğine
yönelik farklı görüşleri literatür taraması ile serimleyerek bütüncül bir bakış
açısı sağlamaktır. Bu kapsamda, çalışmada öncelikle kişiselleştirilmiş haber
içerikleri sunan algoritmaların temel çalışma mantığı üzerinde durulmuştur.
Ardından kişisel haber akışlarının otomatik oluşturulmasına yönelik eleştirel
çalışmaların varsayımları yankı odası etkisi, filtre balonu ve
siberbalkanizasyon kavramları bağlamında tartışılmıştır. Son olarak, bu araştırmalardaki
eleştirileri iddialı bulan deneysel çalışmaların sonuçları sunularak; literatürdeki
farklı yaklaşımların karşılaştırılması sağlanmıştır. Çalışmada ayrıca kişiselleştirilmiş
haberlerin neden olabileceği sorunlardan korunmak için geliştirilen teknolojik araçlar
da açıklanmıştır. Araştırmanın sonunda, gazetecilik etiğinin medya sahiplik
yapısı ve içeriğe yönelik kodların yanı sıra kişiselleştirilmiş haber akışı
gibi teknolojik süreçlerin şeffaflığını da içerecek şekilde geliştirilmesi
gerektiği vurgulanarak; dijital medya okuryazarlığı derslerinin bu konuları da kapsaması
önerilmiştir.
Çocuk Yıldız Filmleri İle Canım Kardeşim Filminin Anlatı ve Karakter Özellikleri Bakımından Karşılaştırılması
Authors: Becerikli Rifat
Published: July 2018

Türk Sineması günümüze kadar tarihsel
olarak çeşitli dönemlerden geçerek değişim ve gelişim gösterir. Bu değişim ve gelişimlerde ana
unsurlardan biri de dış kaynaklı yapımlar ve uyarlamalardır. Özellikle Hollywood
bütün dünya gibi Türk Sineması’nı derinden etkiler. Hollywood’un ilk yıllarında
hakim olan yapı yıldız oyuncu/star sistemidir.Türk Sinema tarihi incelendiğinde de
özellikle Yeşilçam dönemi olarak adlandırılan 1960-1975 yılları arasında yıldız
oyuncu/star sisteminin baskın olduğu ortaya çıkmaktadır. Bununla birlikte
“çocuk yıldız” oyuncular da Yeşilçam döneminde seyirciden ilgi görmüştür. Diğer
yandan Ertem Eğilmez’in Canım Kardeşim (1973) filmi çekildiği dönemde gişede
başarısız olsa da yıllar içinde Türk Sineması’nda önemli bir yer edinmiş ve
film “çocuk yıldızlı” filmler kategorisinde değerlendirilmiştir.

Çalışmada 1960-1975 yılları arasında
Türk Sineması’nda önemli bir olgu olarak yer alan “çocuk yıldızlı filmler” ile
Eğilmez’in Canım Kardeşim filmi karşılaştırmalı olarak analiz edilecektir.
Araştırmada yöntem olarak niteliksel film analizinden yararlanılacaktır. Bu
bağlamda çocuk yıldızlı filmlerin ayrı ayrı anlatılarında ve karakter özelliklerinde
tekrar eden olgular belirlenecek daha sonra da bu tekrar eden olguların Canım
Kardeşim filminde olup olmadığı ortaya konmaya çalışılacaktır.
Factors related quality of life among people living with HIV and AIDS in Bulukumba
Authors: Suswani Andi , Arsin A. Arsunan , Amiruddin Ridwan , Syafar Muhammad , Palutturi Sukri
Published: July 2018

Background: Good quality of life is a condition that must be achieved and maintained by PLHIVs. This study aims to identify factors related to the quality of life among people living with HIV (PLHIV) in the Bulukumba district.Methods: Cross sectional study was conducted among 42 PLHIV. The samples were selected by using purposive sampling technique which was conducted for 30 days. Data was collected by using WHOQOL-HIV BREF and analyzed by logistic regression to identified factors related quality of life.Results: Most (52.4%) of PLHIV have not good quality of life. Bivariate analysis showed that behavior (p=0.0293), ARV access (p=0.0197) and adherence (p=0.0088) were factors that increased quality of life among PLHIV. Adherence variable was the greatest influence to the quality of life with OR 11.06 with CI 95% 1.22-100.38.Conclusions:Behavior, ARV access easily, and treatment adherence were factors that influence quality of life among PLHIV. Improving behavior, access ARV, and adherence are recommended to maintain quality of life.
Clinical assessment and follow up of post-operative outcomes in endonasal dacryocystorhinostomy: our experience
Authors: Ingale Mayur H. , Shinde Vinod V. , Kumar Ashutosh S. , Singh Harsh R.
Published: July 2018

Background: Endonasal dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) was the gold standard for the treatment of nasolacrimal duct obstruction. The objective of the study was to assess the postoperative outcomes of endoscopic DCR.

Methods: This prospective study was conducted in Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College and Hospital Pimpri, Pune from July 2011 to September 2013. A total of 50 patients with complaints of continuous lacrimation were included in the study. All the patients underwent endoscopic DCR and they were observed for postoperative complications and outcome.  

Results: Most of the patients were in 31-40 years age group with the mean age of 33.18 years. Female dominance was observed in the study (M:F- 1:4). Postoperative complications such as epistaxis were observed in 2 cases (4.0%), nasal synechiae in 3 cases (6.0%) and postoperative crusting in 15 cases (30.0%). In 45 (90%) patients the outcome was successful at the end of 6 months and in case of 5 (10.0%) patients it was unsuccessful.

Conclusions: The findings of the study concluded that endoscopic DCR was a simple, safe and invasive procedure as it has direct approach to the sac, produces excellent results without any external scar.
Innovation And Good Practices Of Management Studies In Open Distance Learning In Sri Lanka
Authors: V Sivalogathasan, , Abeysekara Nalin
Published: July 2018

Universities needs to have new strategies be considered as core competency in Education sector.  In the face of enormous socio-economic and demographic challenges, Sri Lankan Universities require a more advanced educational performance, providing a better contribution to innovation, competitiveness and economic growth. Universities are currently facing an increasing demand for management graduates, especially in the Open Distance Learning in Sri Lanka. To be ready for the next decade these universities must search to create added value and innovate their institutional models accordingly.

In this paper, the open and distance learning providing universities are assessed on their potential to innovate beyond flexible education towards generating new ways of academic and commercial entrepreneurship, including networked initiatives of educational and enterprise incubation. It is evident that universities cannot do without creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship: this is the engine of prosperity not only for universities, but for enterprises, economy and society as a whole
The Relation Between Institutional Ownerships, Debt Policy, Dividend Policy And Company Performance In Terms Of Clarifying Agency Conflict Mechanism : Case Study At Manufacturing Companies Listed At The Indonesian Stock Exchange
Authors: Costa Cabral Mateus Xavier Da , Laksamana Arsono , Rahayu Mudjilah
Published: July 2018

Companies that go public, in general, have been managed professionally that can be tailored to the consumers’ needs under applicable regulations. Management within a company's business entity involves an agency relationship. The purpose of this study is to examine: a) a reciprocal relationship between institutional ownership, debt policy, dividend policy and company performance of manufacturing companies of the Indonesian Stock Exchange, b) the influence of institutional ownership, debt policy, dividend policy on the company performance of the manufacturing companies of the Indonesian Stock Exchange.

This type of research includes associative research with a quantitative approach. The samples of this research as many as 98 manufacturing companies listed at the Indonesian Stock Exchange of the period of 2006-2015 with the technique of determining purposive samplings. Data analysis technique used in this research is Granger Causality test.

The results of this study are: a) there is no reciprocal relationship between institutional ownership and debt policy, b) there is no reciprocal relationship between institutional ownership with dividend policy, c) no reciprocal relationship between debt policy and dividend policy, d) there is no reciprocal relationship between institutional ownership and company performance; e) there is no reciprocal relationship between debt policy and company performance; f) there is no reciprocal relationship between dividend policy and company performance; g) institutional ownership has a positive and partially significant influence on company performance, h) debt policy has a positive and partially significant influence on company performance, and i) dividend policy has positive and partially significant influence to companies performance on manufacturing company listed at the Indonesian Stock Exchange
The Effect of Leadership, Employee Engagement, and Self Learning on Effectiveness of Employee's Work
Authors: Hasibuan Paima Erianto , Akbar Maruf , Suyanto Thomas
Published: July 2018

Purpose - The aim of this article is to analysis, an organizational performance through process systematically to improve organizational performance through improving the performance of individuals and teams.

Design / methodology / approach - This study, used survey method with quantitative approach, the instrument measuring instrument in the form of a questionnaire. This study population as many as 133 employees. Saturated sampling used in this study. The test instrument Carried out on 30 employees. Analysis was done by using descriptive and inferential statistics.

Findings - The results show that Leadership has positive effect on Employee Effectiveness, Employee Engagement positively effect on Employee Effectiveness, Positive effect on the Independent Learning Employee Effectiveness, Leadership has positive effect on employee engagement, Leadership has positively effect on Self-egulated Learning and Employee Engagement positively affects Self-Learning.

Practical implications - This study highlights the importance of providing support to Leadership, Employee Engagement, Self Learning and the effect on Effectiveness of Employee's Work.

Keywords: Leadership, Engagement, Self-Learning, Effectiveness

JEL: M0, M5
Comparison between Residential and Non-Residential Soccer Players Physical Fitness
Authors: Bortsie Seth Ayensu , Sorkpor Richmond Stephen , Ampiah Josiah
Published: July 2018

The study sought to investigate whether there are differences in the skill-related fitness levels of residential and non-residential juvenile soccer clubs in Central and Greater Accra Regions of Ghana. The study employed the descriptive survey design involving 116 respondents. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistic.  It was revealed that residential status does not influence agility, coordination and power but rather speed and reaction time. Non-residential status influence dynamic balance positively than any other component in skill-related fitness. Non-residential clubs go through long training hours that influences better results and other factors like diet, body composition and development of life, have influence on power, coordination, agility and balance than their counterparts, even though two components out of the four are not significant. Based upon the findings of the research it is recommended that, Coaches should update their knowledge on modern strategies in training youth players as well as identifying their strengths and weakness in skill-related fitness and make use of them appropriately.
Influence of Youth Self-Help Group Members Skills on Group Performance in Aldai Constituency, Nandi County, Kenya.
Authors: Kiprotich Peter , Wangaruro Dr. Jane , Nyachieo Dr. Gladys
Published: July 2018

The study focused on the effects of acquired skills through education and training on the performance of youth Self-Help Groups (SHG). A multi stage sampling was used to get a sample of 136 youth SHG members who participated in the study from the 56 youth groups that were sampled out. Other key informants were also interviewed. Structured questionnaires and interviews were used in collecting data, which was analysed using appropriate descriptive techniques. The study results revealed that there were no positive relationship between the the level of education and the performance of youth SHGs. It was found that inadequate skills, ignorance and limited finances were some of the challenges affecting youth SHGs. The study recommends a follow up and involvement of local leaders and experts on the implementation of youth programmes.
A virtual pathway reduced the need for physical review in patients with a suspected scaphoid fracture
Authors: JENKİNS Paul J , BOYCE Stephen , GARVEY Pauline , BEE Kevin , SHİELDS David , RYMASZEWSKİ Lech A
Published: July 2018

Objectives: Suspected scaphoid fractures
are a common reason for referral from the emergency department to fracture
clinics. Few patients actually have a fracture. Cross sectional imaging has the
potential to improve early diagnosis and reduce unneccessary immobilisation.
The aim of this audit was to investigate the effectiveness of a virtual
pathway, incorporating early magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan, for
suspected scaphoid fractures. The secondary aim was to investigate whether the
accuracy of other clinical signs, such as anatomical snuffbox pain on wrist
ulnar deviation, was sufficient to reduce the number of patients requiring a
MRI scan. Methods: A prospective audit was
undertaken of 123 patients in an emergency department and associated minor
injuries unit. These patients were managed with an early MRI scan. Where no
significant injury was found, they were discharged after a phone call from a
virtual fracture clinic nurse. Results: There were 16 (13%)
true scaphoid fractures. MRI scanning showed other injuries including significant
soft tissue injuries (13%), other carpal fractures (17%) and fractures of the
distal radius (19.5%). The number of clinical appointments required was 0.42
per patient. Eighty patients did not have any face-to-face review. Other
clinical examination techniques, such as anatomical snuff box pain on ulnar
deviation of the wrist were not sufficiently sensitive or specific to reduce
the need for MRI scanning or review.

Conclusions: A virtual fracture
clinic pathway and early MRI scanning reduced face-to-face reviews and
unneccesary immobilisation. Clinical examination techniques are not
sufficiently sensitive to reduce the need for scanning.
Biochemical basis of resistance in chickpea varieties against Callosobruchus chinensis Linn.
(Coleoptera: Bruchidae)
Authors: Ahmad Mohammad Abbas , Agnihotri Meena , Khan M. S. , Dubey Ashutosh , Tyagi Bhawna , Kumar Rajesh , Prakash Nilmani
Published: July 2018

Eleven chickpea varieties were screened for their biochemical resistance to the pulse beetle (Callosobruchus chinensis L.), a serious pest of the stored pulses. The varieties were found to arrest the growth and development of C. chinensis, at grub stages which were indicated by different parameters viz., oviposition, adult emergence, weight loss, developmental period and growth index. Among the various biochemical analyzed, high growth index was observed in the varieties PKG 2 (0.61), BG 1003 (0.62), BG 1053 (0.62) and PKG 1 (0.71). Low growth index recorded in PG 3 (0.52), BGM 547 and PG 186 (0.56) may be attributed to low phenol and tannin content. Similarly the varieties PKG 1, BG 1003 and BG 1053 with less phenol, flavonoids and tannin content recorded more growth index as compared to moderate resistance varieties PG 4, PBG 1 and PG 114 PBG 1, BGM 547 and PG 114 were found to be moderately resistant and PKG 1, PKG 2, BG 1053 and BG 1003 as highly susceptible, shows the major role of trypsin inhibitor in protein resistance to C. chinensis. The highest protease activity inhibition acts as antimetabolites to C. chinensis, inhibit to the feeding of grubs as result higher trypsin content varieties showed relative resistance. The correlation between different antinutritional factors and growth index of the grub also showed a negative relationship.
On-farm evaluation of pigeonpea (Cajanus cajana L. Millsp.) - neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) agroforestry systems in the Deccan Plateau
Authors: . Doddabasawa , Chittapur B. M. , Murthy M. Mahadeva
Published: July 2018

The performance of neem based agroforestry system was studied during 2016-17 under rainfed ecosystem on farmers’ fields on participatory mode in Yadagir district in the North-eastern dry zone (Zone II) of Karnataka. Grain and biomass yields and harvest index of pigeonpea did not vary significantly among the agroforestry systems. However, significantly lower grain (1192 kg ha-1) and biomass (5563 kg ha-1) yields of pigeonpea were recorded at 5 m distance away from the neem tree line (P=0.05) compared to the distances of 10 m ( 1450 and 6942 kg ha-1, respectively) and 15 m (1449 and 6720 kg ha-1, respectively) away from the tree line. Significantly higher grain yield (1520 kg ha-1) was observed in control without any proximity of trees compared to the agroforestry systems which accounted for a mean reduction of 11 per cent in yield. Among different agroforestry systems, significantly higher tree height was recorded in bund planting (7.61m) followed by boundary planting (7.38 m) and scattered planting (6.46 m) whereas the crown spread recorded was significantly lower in bund planting (6.27 m) followed by scattered planting (6.38 m) and boundary planting (6.68 m). There also existed non-significant difference in girth, volume and biomass of neem trees grown in different agroforestry systems. Further, the physicochemical properties of soil were found improved in agroforestry systems compared to control and the trend varied among the different agroforestry systems
Ems and gamma radiation induced mutation in grasspea (Lathyrus sativus L.)
Authors: Singh Prabhat K. , Sadhukhan R.
Published: July 2018

Present investigation has been undertaken to study the induction of mutation by individual and combination treatments of EMS and gamma rays in three diverged genotypes of grasspea viz. Nirmal, Biol-212 and Berhampur Local. Combination treatments caused the more biological damage (lethality, injury and sterility) followed by gamma rays and EMS alone. The LD50 dose of gamma rays for Nirmal, Biol-212 and Berhampur Local corresponded to 590 Gy, 630 Gy and 539 Gy respectively. Above 0.5% EMS for Nirmal and Biol-212 and above 1% EMS in case of Berhampur Local was found to be lethal. Average total mutation frequency of three varieties together was highest (6.32 %) in gamma radiation followed by both EMS and combination treatment (5.8%). The most efficient dose/concentration of gamma rays and EMS were found to be 400 Gy and 0.5% EMS respectively. Mutagenic efficiency increases and effectiveness decreases with increasing concentration of EMS but the consequence was showed almost inverse relationship in case of gamma rays. Overall, irrespective of genotypes, gamma rays and EMS respectively were found to be most efficient and effective mutagen.
Effects of mixture ratio and cutting time on forage yield and silage quality of intercropped berseem clover and italian ryegrass
Authors: Yucel Celal , Inal Ilker , Yucel Derya , Hatipoglu Rustu
Published: July 2018

The research was carried out to determine the effects of different mixture ratios and cutting times on dry-matter yield and silage quality of mixtures of bersem clover (Trifolium alexandrinum L.) with Italian ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum Lam.) in Adana province, Turkey. The experiment was laid out in split plot design with four replications during the years of 2011-2013. The mixture-ratios ( 80% BC + 20% IR, 60% BC + % 40 IR, 40% BC+ % 60 IR, 20% BC + 80 % IR, pure berseem clover (BC) and Italian ryegrass (IR) ) were main plots, and harvest times (beginning of the flowering, mid flowering and full flowering of BC) were sub-plots. From the result of the study, it was concluded that the mixture of 60 % BC +40 % IR harvested at full flowering of BC was superior in terms of dry matter yield and silage quality.
Assessing Core Didactic Competencies of Pre-service English Language Teachers During Practicum: A European Perspective
Authors: Haggag Haggag Mohamed
Published: July 2018

This research discusses implementing a European document (European Portfolio of Student Teachers of Language EPOSTL) as a selfassessment tool. The research design experiments the European portfolio for pre-service language teachers (EPOSTL), which has been translated by the researcher and published by the Council of Europe. The portfolio is used with the aim of assessing the key teaching competencies of pre-service English language teachers during the teaching practice or the practicum. The paper examines key 5 descriptors of didactic competencies in the EPOSTL which are (Lesson planning- Conducting a lesson- classroom management- Independent learning- Assessment of learning). It highlights implementing the portfolios as means of assessing the competencies of language teachers in pre-service context. Instruments of the research include EPOSTL, teaching competence scale and portfolio assessment rubric. Results of implementing the portfolio on a sample of (N. 30) students at Hurghada Faculty of Education during their practicum (3 groups in 3 official language schools) are reported. The results indicate that using EPOSTL as a self-assessment tool has positive impacts on developing the five areas of the portfolio as measured by the Teaching Competencies Scale (TCS) designed by the researcher. The scale includes the main areas of the EPOSTL to be examined by the students while the fifth area "classroom management" was included as in the EPOSTL with "conducting a lesson" area. The recommendations include: implementing the electronic portfolios as self-assessment tools, the need for assessing didactic competencies using authentic assessment tools and designing valid and reliable tools of assessing the whole teaching practice or “practicum” of pre-service English language teachers.
Polygyny and Resources for Empowerment and Equality in Anglo-Phone West Africa: Implications for Childbearing and Women’s Well-Being
Authors: Solanke Bola Lukman , Kupoluyi Joseph Ayodeji , Abe John Olugbenga , Bankole Olatunji Taofik
Published: July 2018

In West Africa, polygyny remained a common type of marriage. However, in spite of numerous studies exploring polygyny, the relationship between polygyny and access to resources for empowerment and equality is not well-ascertained in West Africa. This study addresses this gap by raising the question: to what extent does polygyny explains access to resources for empowerment and equality among married women? Data were extracted from 2013 Demographic and Health Surveys in The Gambia, Nigeria and Sierra-Leone. The outcome variable is access to resources for empowerment and equality measured by access to education, employment and barriers to accessing health care. The key explanatory variable is type of marriage with specific attention to polygyny. Multivariate multiple regression was applied using Stata 12. Results showed that polygyny was negatively associated with access to education in the studied countries; positively associated with access to employment in the studied countries; and negatively associated with access to health in Nigeria and Sierra Leone. It is important to refocus national attention to improving the capabilities of women because economic empowerment will not only improve women’s well-being, it will also translate to the reduction of childbearing pressures among women.
The Effect of Project Manager’s Leadership Style on Performance of Water Projects in Kenya
Authors: Kariuki James T.
Published: July 2018

The objective of this study was to determine the relationship between project manager’s leadership style and performance of water projects in Kenya. Operationalization of leadership style was based on transformation and transaction leadership style while project performance was based on project time and cost performance. The study analyzed secondary and primary data for 102 water projects that were completed between 2011 and 2014. Hierarchical regression analysis was undertaken on the variables. The results show that a significant relationship exist between project manager’s leadership style and project time performance. In addition, the findings show that adoption of transformational leadership style leads to higher level of project performance. However, no significant relationship was established between project manager’s leadership style and project cost performance. This may be due to the use of fixed price contracts that specify the conditions for escalation and the maximum allowable cost escalations which could have made cost changes insignificant. The study has provided empirical evidence on the relationship between project manager’s leadership style and project performance within a developing country context. To enhance project time performance, project manager’s leadership style is critical and managers should strive to intellectually stimulate project team members.
Inter-Group Disparities in Fatal Road Traffic Accident in Texas
Authors: Iyanda Ayodeji
Published: July 2018

The risk of dying from a road accident is higher than dying from heart and infectious diseases. Mortality and injury related to fatal accident is increasing partly due to the level of motorization. Further, the associated risk of accident varies among diverse population groups. This study examines the inter-group difference in injury and mortality caused by road accident in Texas using Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), the nation’s most comprehensive population-based accident database from 2014 to 2016. Texas had the highest accident mortality in 2016 making accident the fifth leading cause of death. This study performed two main tasks: 1) It analyzed injury severity variation for different age groups using data mining technique. 2) Accident fatality disparity was determined by using both nonparametric version of analysis of variance and multilevel binary logistic regression. The study interprets fatality risk using the odd ratio. Result shows that Asian subgroups, European Spanish, Central and South Americans, and children were at greater risk. This study is important for culturally specific public health intervention design targeting the most vulnerable subgroups based on people’s cultural orientation.
PEMANFAATAN E-LEARNING SEBAGAI ALTERNATIF PENGGANTI PELATIHAN TATAP MUKA BAGI PENDIDIK DAN TENAGA KEPENDIDIKAN PENDIDIKAN NONFORMAL
Authors: Widhiartha Putu Ashintya
Published: July 2018

Recently, there have been massive efforts in E-learning implementation for educator training around the world. E-learning could shortly be defined as a web-based educational system on platform with Internet,  Intranet or computer access. This article describes the possibility to implement E-learning for non-formal teacher training in Indonesia. Non-formal teachers have to realize that they face new challenge to improve their competencies and must be able to make appropriate use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). This is a challenge that has caused non-formal teachers to reflect on how they adapt to new educational changes without compromising the quality of education. In addition E-learning also could be used to reduce the enormous cost of conventional non-formal teacher training.
Pelatihan Kewirausahaan Ekonomi Kreatif Karang Taruna Tanah Putih Kabupaten Rokan Hilir
Authors: Moenada Meimunah S. , Riofita Hendra
Published: July 2018

The objective of this dedication was to prepare the Youth of Karang Taruna Kecamatan Tanah Putih Kabupaten Rokan Hilir as spearhead of poverty eradication toward ability to increase creative economic effort for themselves, organization and the communities around them, to train them to do creative economic business toward converting used goods to be goods having sale value and to help them to build their own creative economic business. The methods applied were presentation, games, case study, question and answer and all methods were applie by using andragogy approach. The result showed that all trainees were enthusiastic to have their own business. It was proved by the plans to set up business they presented. Besides all trainees could concert used goods to be goods having sale value like wallet, tissue box, pencil box, rice box, egg box and bag.
Industry Based Learning Improves Skills and Training of Undergraduate Engineering Programmes in Kenya: Case Study of the University Of Nairobi
Authors: Ondieki Cleophas , Kimani Gerald N. , Tanui Edward K.
Published: July 2018

Employers, especially those in industries, have lately been complaining on the preparedness of university engineering graduates to take up employment. This is despite the fact that universities require engineering undergraduates to undertake Industry Based Learning which is a form of attachment that introduce them to field of work and practical skills while still undertaking their undergraduate course. An investigation into the perceptions of alumni of University of Nairobi and their employers on the effectiveness of the Industrial Based Learning programme was made. Alumni who graduated with Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree between 2007 and 2011 participated in the study. Using case study survey designs, a sample of 265 respondents was accessed from a population of 417 graduates through snowball method. Thirty employers were purposefully sampled and 20 were accessed. In addition,5 out of 48 academic and technical staff of Department of Electric and Electrical Engineering answered the questionnaires. Questionnaires were self-administered to the respondents at their place of work. For respondents who were in far-flung areas, questionnaires were emailed followed with telephone discussions. The alumni rated the Industry Based Learning as unsatisfactory largely due to the University’s inadequate assistance in securing attachments for students and failure of lecturers to adequately supervise students during attachments. The employers perceived Industry Based Learning as a critical experience that improved employees’ productivity. One of the conclusions was that undergraduate attachment was important for it provided a valuable opportunity for gaining necessary skills and training for subsequent use in employment. A major recommendation was the need to formulate an Industry Based Learning/internship policy in the University.
The Role of Certain Species of Small Mammals in the Persistence of Natural Focality in the Territory of Forest-Steppe Zone of the Natural Tularemia Focus of the Stavropol Region
Authors: Levchenko B. I. , Degtyareva L. V. , Zaitsev A. A. , Grigor’Ev M. P. , Ostapovich V. V.
Published: July 2018

Epizootiological monitoring of the forest-steppe area of the natural tularemia focus in the Stavropol region has revealed that the role of particular species of small mammals in the persistence of natural tularemia focality is unequal. Epizootic activity of the focus in 1959-1970 was determined by the numerous species of rodents: Microtus arvalis , mice of Syvaemus genus and Mus musculus . In 1972-2010 there occurred significant changes in the grouping of the main tularemia agent carriers under the influence of strong anthropogenic pressure. Nowadays the leading role is played by the widely-spread and subsistent mice of Sylvaemus genus and C. suaveolens , the latter ones being responsible for 31.2 % of overall, isolated from small mammals, tularemia agent strains. In addition to this, epizootic significance of M. arvalis has greatly changed. Index of strains isolated from field vole has lowered from 55.3 up to 28.4. Numbers of M. arvalis and Mus musculus are continuously on the low level, which is due to the absence of favorable breeding conditions. It reduces their impact on the persistence of natural focality in the territory under surveillance significantly.
Application of Dot-Immunoassay for Detection of Plague Agent Antigens in the Field Samples
Authors: Noskova O. A. , Zagoskina T. Yu. , Subycheva E. N. , Markov E. Yu. , Popova Yu. O. , Gridneva L. G. , Mikhailov E. P.
Published: July 2018

CFU/ml) and soluble antigens (FI) − ≥ 4.8 ng/ml and high specificity, confirmed by the absence of false-positive reactions with five heterologous microorganisms. The test-systems were used for Y. pestis antigen detection in field material from the territory of the Altai mountain natural plague focus by dot-immunoassay with comparison of the received results in passive hemagglutination reaction. Test-systems possessed a number of advantages as compared to routine serological reactions and could be applied with success by practical public health services both in stationary and field conditions.
Treatment of Basilar Thumb Arthritis
Authors: Gottschalk Michael B. , Patel Nick N. , Boden Allison L. , Kakar Sanjeev
Published: July 2018

* The thumb carpometacarpal joint is one of the most common locations for degenerative osteoarthritis in the hand.

* Conservative therapies include hand therapy, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, splinting, activity modification, and corticosteroid injections.

* Surgical treatment is divided into trapezium-preserving procedures in addition to trapezium-sacrificing procedures. Trapezium-preserving procedures, which should be performed when the scaphotrapeziotrapezoidal joint is free of disease, include joint arthroscopy and its associated procedures, carpometacarpal arthrodesis, and implant arthroplasty. When pantrapezial disease is noted, a trapezium-sacrificing technique such as trapeziectomy with ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition should be used. In cases in which the scaphotrapeziotrapezoidal joint is involved, a resection of the most proximal aspect of the trapezoid is beneficial.
Globalisation as a facilitator of terrorism
Authors: Mekaj MA. Genc , Aliaj MA. Kreshnik
Published: July 2018

Terrorism is a phenomenon that develops over time, always bringing about gradual change of form and activity. Terrorist groups organize terrorist attacks based on ideologies. Terrorism is one of the biggest problems facing the world today. Terrorists are always at odds with the rule of law, with the norms and ideals of civilization itself. Terrorism is the use of fear or violence to overthrow a government and society in accepting a radical political or social change. It is geographically widespread and ideologically selected.The process of globalization, which includes the technological, economic boom, cultural boundaries between countries around the world has fostered a culture corrupt market in traditional communities. Many places consider this as a threat to their country. Globalization has somewhat helped terrorism, moreover has brought the involvement of the latest and latest technologies
Uterine Arteriovenous Malformation
Authors: Oguz Yuksel , Eldem Fatma Gonca , Cil Barbaros , Sanhal Cem , Gencosmanoglu Turkmen Gulenay , Yucel Aykan , Uygur Dilek
Published: July 2018

We aimed to report a case of uterine arteriovenous malformation (UAVM) which was successfully treated by uterine artery embolization.A multiparous 23-year-old woman referred to our clinic for 7 weeks scar pregnancy. On ultrasound, incisional 32×37 mm gestational sac surrounded with non-pulsatile high flow vessels was demonstrated. Uterine artery embolization was performed with Gelfoam by interventional radiology. The post-embolization arteriogram showed complete embolization of the UAVM with slow flow of contrast in both uterine arteries.In clinical suspicion, UAVM can be diagnosed with Doppler ultrasonography and can be treated successfully with either uterine artery embolization or uterine surgery. UAVM is commonly diagnosed in women of childbearing age, angiographic embolization should be the firstly preferred treatment.
Этические кодекс Российского психологического общества
Authors: журнал Российский психологический
Published: July 2018

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Экономическая психология: место и роль в современной науке
Authors: Журавлёв Анатолий Лактионович
Published: July 2018

This study examined internal and external reasons of intensive development of economic psychology as a branch of scientific and practical science that influenced the progress of modern psychology.Analysis demonstrated difference between the main notions of economic psychology: economic consciousness, economic behaviour, subjects of economic behaviour (personality,small and large groups) The greatest attention is focused on double status of the economic psychology (in economic and psychological science, difference of their research paradigms) and interdisciplinary links with ethics and psychological branches of science (social psychology,management psychology).The article highlights more intensive development of internal psychological level of interdisciplinary studies in economic psychology by comparison with external psychological level.
Role of Morin in Neurodegenerative Diseases: A Review
Authors: Kataria Ritu , Sobarzo-Sanchez Eduardo , Khatkar Anurag
Published: July 2018

Neurodegenerative diseases are likely to emerge as the second cause of mortality in the world
in coming years. NDDs cause tremendous financial burden on the healthcare system along with profound
effect on families and patient. Disease-modifying treatment strategies with proven efficacy for
these disorders are still lacking. Documentation proved that oxidative stress plays a leading role in the
pathophysiology of many neurodegenerative disorders. Molecules with good antioxidant profile could
be explored for the doctoring of these conditions. Neuroprotective effects of bioflavonoid morin have
been well recognized in the literature. Morin being super antioxidant compound helped in preventing
and curing these disorders by suppression of ROS and by inhibition of multiple targets. In this review,
we tried to explain various neuropathological conditions with their target sites and neurobiological
mechanisms of morin.
Menopause and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Review Focusing on Therapeutic Perspectives
Authors: Venetsanaki Vasiliki , Polyzos Stergios A.
Published: July 2018

There is increasing evidence that menopause is associated with the progression and severity
of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Estrogen deficiency worsens non-alcoholic steatohepatitis
(NASH) in mice models with fatty liver. The prevalence of NAFLD seems to be higher in postmenopausal
compared with premenopausal women. Although more data are needed, lower serum estradiol
levels are associated with NASH in postmenopausal women. Apart from estrogen deficiency, relative
androgen excess and decrease in sex hormone-binding protein are observed in postmenopausal women.
These hormonal changes seem to interplay with an increase in abdominal adipose mass, also observed in
postmenopausal women, and aging, which are both closely related to the severity and progressive forms
of NAFLD. NAFLD adds extra morbidity to postmenopausal women, possibly increasing the risk of
type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease. Improving parameters of the metabolic syndrome
via modifications in diet and physical exercise may reduce the risk of NAFLD and its related morbidity.
Limited studies have shown a beneficial effect of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) on NAFLD,
although adverse hepatic effects have been attributed to progesterone in one study. Phytoestrogens may
be alternatives to HRT, but their long-term efficacy and safety remain to be shown. The aim of this review
was to summarize evidence linking menopause with NAFLD with a special focus on potential
therapeutic perspectives.
Sexual Roles, Risk Sexual Behaviours, and HIV Prevalence among Men who Have Sex with Men Seeking HIV Testing in Changsha, China
Authors: Lei Yunxiao , Zhang Kaili , Xiao Xueling , Tang Chulei , Li Xianhong , Wang Honghong
Published: July 2018

Background:

HIV infection is prevalent among men who have sex with men (MSM), and
sexual roles may be important factors related to it. This study aims to describe the sexual roles, risky
sexual behaviors and HIV prevalence among MSM, and to determine associated factors for HIV
prevalence.

Methods:

A convenient sampling method was used to recruit participants in a non-government organization
in Changsha, China. The participants were asked to complete a 38-item self-administered
questionnaire regarding demographic characteristics and risky sexual behaviours before collecting
blood samples for HIV testing. Chi-square tests and logistic regression analysis were conducted with
the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences Version 18.0 and other indexes were statistically described.

Results:

A total of 601 MSMs who came to a local non-government organization for voluntary
counseling and testing completed a pencil-and-paper survey and were tested for HIV. The overall
HIV prevalence of this sample was 13.3%, and that of the bottoms (16.3%) was similar to the
versatiles (15.9%) but higher than the tops (6.1%). Bivariate analyses showed that there were significant
differences in age, marital status, monthly income, sexual orientation, age at first sex, sex of
the first sex partner, sex with a woman in the last 6 months, oral sex with a man in the last 6 months
and role of oral sex among 3 subgroups of MSM (p < 0.05). Multivariate analyses indicated that
MSMs who played the role of either the bottoms or the versatiles were more likely to be HIV positive
than the tops. While MSMs who used condoms in anal sex in the last 6 months, had sex with a
woman in the last 6 months or had oral sex with a man in the last 6 months were less likely to be
HIV positive.

Conclusion:

Different sexual roles are associated with high-risk sexual behaviors among MSMs and
their HIV infection status. Further research should target preventive interventions, and improve the
effectiveness of the intervention according to the characteristics of the subgroups to reduce the HIV
transmission among Chinese MSM.
Bone Mineral Density in Type 2 Diabetes Patients with Charcot Arthropathy
Authors: El Oraby Hussein A. , Abdelsalam Mona M. , Eid Yara M. , El Hilaly Rana , Marzouk Heba A.
Published: July 2018

Introduction:

Charcot arthropathy is one of the disabling diabetes complications. There are
enigmatic areas concerning its underlying pathophysiology and risk predictors. Osteoporosis and local
osteopenia have been postulated to have a role in Charcot arthropathy development, but it is still
controversial.

Background:

The study aims to compare bone mineral density among type 2 diabetics with and without
Charcot arthropathy.

Methods:

Two groups with type 2 diabetes participated in this study; Group I [30] patients with
Charcot arthropathy while Group II [30] patients without charcot arthropathy. All patients underwent
full clinical examination and complete history taking with special emphasis on foot problems. Laboratory
investigations were done that included fasting blood sugar, postprandial blood sugar, glycosylated
hemoglobin, serum calcium, serum phosphorus, and alkaline phosphatase. All patients underwent MRI
for both feet and dual energy X-ray absorptiometry scan of the lumbar spine and femur. The demographic
data, clinical data, the presence or absence of comorbidities and bone mineral density were
compared for both groups.

Results:

Bone mineral density was significantly lower in Group I than Group II with median lumber T
score (-0.15, 1.99 p <0.001), median Femur T score (0.050, 2.400, p <0.001). Group I showed higher
propensity for hypertension, neuropathy, micro-albuminuria with peripheral arterial disease (23.33 %)
compared to Group II (p <0.001). Multiple logistic regression analysis revealed that female gender and
low femur bone mineral density can be risk predictors of the condition.

Conclusion:

Bone mineral density is lower in patients with Charcot arthropathy with female gender
and Femur T score as risk predictors. Peripheral arterial disease shows greater incidence in Charcot patients
than was previously reported.
Synthesis & Anticancer Evaluation of New Substituted 2-(3,4- Dimethoxyphenyl)benzazoles
Authors: Karaaslan Cigdem , Duydu Yalcin , Ustundag Aylin , Yalcin Can O. , Kaskatepe Banu , Goker Hakan
Published: July 2018

Background:

The benzazole nucleus is found in many promising small molecules such
as anticancer and antibacterial agents. Bendamustine (Alkylating agent), Nocodazole (Mitotic inhibitor),
Veliparib (PARP inhibitor), and Glasdegib (SMO inhibitor) are being clinically used as
anticancer therapeutic which bear benzimidazole moiety. Based on the principle of bioisosterism,
in the present work, 23 compounds belonging to 2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)benzazoles and imidazopyridine
series were synthesized and evaluated for their anticancer and antimicrobial activities.

Objective:

A series of new 2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-1H-benz(or pyrido)azoles were synthesized
and evaluated for their anticancer and antimicrobial activities.

Method:

N-(5-chloro-2-hdroxyphenyl)-3,4-dimethoxybenzamide 1, was obtained by the amidation
of 2-hydroxy-5-chloroaniline with 3,4-dimethoxybenzoic acid by using 1,1&'-carbonyldiimidazole.
Cyclization of 1 to benzoxazole derivative 2, was achieved by p-toluenesulfonic acid.
Other 1H-benz(or pyrido)azoles were prepared by the reaction between 2-aminothiophenol, ophenylenediamine,
o-pyridinediamine with sodium metabisulfite adduct of 3,4-dimethoxybenzaldehyde.
The NMR assignments of the dimethoxy groups were established by the NOESY
spectra.

Results:

Compound 12, bearing two chlorine atoms at the 5(4) and 7(6) positions of the benzene
moiety of benzimidazole was found the most potent analogue against A549 cells with the GI50
value of 1.5 μg/mL. Moreover, 24 showed remarkable cell growth inhibition against MCF-7 and
HeLa cells with the GI50 values of 7 and 5.5 μg/mL, respectively. The synthesized compounds
have no important antibacterial and antifungal activities.

Conclusion:

It could be concluded that the introduction of di-chloro atoms at the phenyl ring of
2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-1H-benzimidazoles increases significant cytotoxicity to selected human
tumor cell lines in comparison to other all benzazoles synthesized. Unsubstituted 2-(3,4-
dimethoxyphenyl)-imidazopyridines also gave good inhibitory profile against A549 and HeLa
cells.