bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking - Figural or Verbal: Which One Should We Use?
Authors: Kim Kyung Hee
Published: February 2018

Kim’s CATs framework (2016) identified creative climates (C), attitudes (A) and thinking (T) skills for innovation. Creativity can be measured by testing and non-testing methods. Testing methods include creativity tests for climate, attitude and thinking skills. Among the creativity tests available, two versions of the Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking - Figural and Verbal (TTCT-F and V) are most commonly used. I examined the relationships between the two versions as well as their reliability across gender. From preschool children to adults, 994 participants’ scores on the two versions were used. The results showed that scores on the two versions are significantly related, yet TTCT-F is a more comprehensive, reliable and valid measure of creativity than the TTCT-V.
On Creativity, Inutility and Play
Authors: Pirklová Klára
Published: February 2018

The article deals with the topic of play as the background for creativity. Methodologically, the study is based on a phenomenological- hermeneutical approach. This means we do not base our questions on predefined terms, but rather aim to search for them. Thus, in pursuit of questioning the phenomenon of creativity, we explore other phenomena - play, education (paideia) and utility (pragma). To picture the relationships between these phenomena we borrow two symbolic figures - Socrates and Pippi Longstocking. Socrates appears here as the symbol of wondering and the antidote to all false sophistication (and thus true education), and Pippi as the exemplar par excellence of free, joyous and thoroughly inutile play. In the article we aim to expose the inutile and creative character of play as its greatest benefit. Our line of questioning follows the traditions of Czech philosophy of education, represented by Jan Patočka.
Comparative Analysis of Sliding Mode Controller and Hysteresis Controller for Active Power Filtering in a Grid connected PV System
Authors: Bag Aurobinda , Subudhi Bidyadhar , Ray Pravat Kumar
Published: February 2018

This paper presents a comparative assessment of two controllers, namely sliding mode controller and hysteresis controller for active power filtering of a grid integrated Photovoltaic (PV) system. These control algorithms were employed in Voltage Source Inverter (VSI) for active power filtering as well as for converting the dc voltage from PV array to 3-phase ac voltage. For superior tracking efficiency a modified Incremental Conductance Maximum Power Point Tracking (ICMPPT) algorithm is employed to extract maximum power from PV panels. A PI controller is used for regulation of dc link capacitor voltage. Instantaneous power theory based reference current generation is used for the active power filtering. Both sliding mode control algorithm and hysteresis control algorithm are designed for tracking the reference inverter current in order to elimination the grid current harmonics. The steady state and transient performances of the two controllers i. e. sliding mode controller and hysteresis controller are compared. These two control schemes are implemented on a grid connected PV system firstly using MATLAB/Simulink and then on an experimental setup developed in the laboratory. From the obtained simulation and experimental results, it is found that sliding mode controller exhibits superior performance such as better transient and steady state behavior under parameter uncertainties as compared to the hysteresis controller.
Compost quality and its function as a soil conditioner of recultivation layers – a critical review
Authors: Beck-Broichsitter Steffen , Fleige Heiner , Horn Rainer
Published: February 2018

During a period of 4 years, soil chemical and physical properties of the temporary capping system in Rastorf (Northern Germany) were estimated, whereby compost was partly used as soil improver in the upper recultivation layer. The air capacity and the available water capacity of soil samples were first determined in 2013 (without compost), and then in 2015 (with compost) under laboratory conditions. Herein, the addition of compost had a positive effect on: the air capacity up to 13.4 cm3cm−3; and the available water capacity up to 20.1 cm3cm−3in 2015, in the recultivation layer (0-20 cm). However, taking into account the in situ results of the tensiometer and frequency domain reflectometry measurements, the addition of compost had a negative effect. The soil-compost mixture led to restricted remoistening even after a normal summer drying period in autumn and induced more negative matric potentials in the recultivation layer. In summary, the soil-improving effect of the compost addition, in conjunction with an increased water storage capacity, is undeniable and was demonstrated in a combined field and laboratory study. Therefore, intensive hydrophobicity can inhibit the homogeneous remoistening of the soil, resulting in a decreased hydraulic effectiveness of the sealing system.
Crystal structure of catena-poly[diaqua-(μ2-2,5-dihydroxyterephthalato-κ4
O,O′:O′′,O′′′)cadmium(II)], C8H8O8Cd
Authors: Xue Li-ping
Published: February 2018

C8H8O8Cd, monoclinic, C2/c (no. 15), a = 16.5170(11) Å, b = 5.4639(3) Å, c = 11.5875(9) Å, β = 108.992(8)°, V = 988.81(12) Å3, Z = 4, R
gt(F) = 0.0196, wR
ref(F
2) = 0.0510, T = 286.74(11) K.
Crystal Structure of ethyl (E)-2,4-dimethyl-5-((2-tosylhydrazono)methyl)-1H-pyrrole-3-carboxylate monohydrate, C17H23N3O5
Authors: Lu Zhongliang , Ren Jingzhang , Wu Wei-Na
Published: February 2018

C17H23N3O5, monoclinic, P21/n (No. 14), a = 12.8132(12) Å, b = 21.4531(19) Å, c = 15.3438(14) Å, β = 114.308(2)°, V = 3843.8(6) Å3, Z = 8, R
gt(F) = 0.0652, wR
ref(F
2) = 0.2297, T = 296(2) K.
Actions improving the image of a nurse in electronic media. Opinion of students at medical courses
Authors: Jakubowska Klaudia , Sykut Anna
Published: February 2018

Aim. The aim of study was to define actions improving the image of nurses in electronic media. Material and method. 219 women and 44 men took part in a survey. They were the students of the following courses: nursing, medical rescue, obstetrics, medicine, dentistry, pharmaceutics, physiotherapy, public health. The studies were undertaken with use of own questionnaire in 2015. Results. Majority of respondents 64,6% (n=169) stated that improvement of image of their own profession belongs to the nurses, and only 35,4% (n=93) respondents indicated that the professional organizations of nurses and midwives have their impact on it. According to the students, the most crucial action that should be undertaken by professional organizations in order to improve the image of profession in electronic media was the improvement of wages and working conditions (72,2%, n=189) and better promotion of the profession in electronic media (73,8%, n=193). The nurses can influence the improvement of their image in media by taking care of the good opinion about the profession by setting good example (32%, n=84), and also by creating blogs, social forum, online information services, etc. (26,2%, n=69). Conclusions. According to the respondents, the image of a nurse in electronic media is shaped by the television and radio. The mentioned media tend to present nursing environment in a negative light. The data analysis shows that according to the respondents, the professional organizations of nurses and midwives and nurses themselves should be responsible for improvement of the situation. In order to improve the image, the nurses should promote professional achievements, change the stereotype used in shows and movies, and familiarize the public with the profession. The following branches of mass media should be used: internet websites, television and radio.
Model Recommended Values of Corporate Culture for Industrial Companies in Slovak Republic
Authors: Urbanovičová Petra , Mikulášková Justína , Čambál Miloš
Published: February 2018

The main objective of the paper is to describe the recommended values model of corporate culture and supporting business performance for industrial companies operating in the Slovak Republic. This model was developed on the basis of research results within the STU Project to support young researchers entitled “Changing the potential of the company´s success using the principles of spiral management and its impact on corporate culture”. The current paper is a part of submitted VEGA project No.1/0348/17 “The impact of the coexistence of different generations of employees on the sustainable performance of organisations”. This model will be the basis for defining corporate values and developing or changing corporate culture for the companies operating on or coming (from abroad) to the Slovak market. The characteristic features of the value model are simplicity, complexity and applicability. This model takes into account the current situation on the Slovak market. The values of this model have a different level of significance given and each value is defined by the specified principles.
Unilateral Laterothoracic Exanthem – Asymmetric Periflexural Exanthem of Childhood – a Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Prćić Sonja , Gajinov Zorica , Radulović Anica , Matić Milan , Matić Aleksandra
Published: February 2018

Unilateral laterothoracic exanthem (ULE), or asymmetric periflexural exanthem of childhood (APEC), is an uncommon skin eruption that usually occurs in childhood, with unilateral distribution and self limiting course. The etiology of ULE is unknown, but viral cause is suspected. We report a case of ULE in a 4-year-old girl, that was associated with parvo virus B19 infection, and a brief selected literature review. The patient presented with unilateral maculopapular rash on the left side of the body which was asymptomatic and resolved spontaneously within 5 weeks. The clinical diagnosis of ULE may be precise, ruling out a broad spectrum of differential diagnosis, and prevent unnecessary examinations, whereas the patient is informed about the benign self-limiting nature of ULE.
Perspective of Dimensional Analysis in Medical Science
Authors: Kowalewski Wojciech , Roszak Magdalena , Kołodziejczak Barbara , Ren-Kurc Anna
Published: February 2018

This paper presents several applications of the dimensional analysis method to problems investigated in medical sciences. The method is used to analyze various complex processes without using formal laws governing the same. It is particularly suitable for a general analysis of fluid transfer (liquids and gases) in the human body. This paper mainly serves as an overview of selected applications, mostly those emerging in the recent years, and includes a discussion of the mathematical fundamentals of dimensional analysis together followed by its critical analysis. Containing detailed calculations of two examples, the paper also serves as training material in the area of the computational method of the dimensional analysis algorithm.
A New Application of the SERVQUAL Method for the Evaluation of the Quality of Medical Services
Authors: Węgłowski Paweł , Mazur Iwona , Jończyk Joanna A. , Czapla Michał , Karniej Piotr
Published: February 2018

This study was designed to determine the quality of service through the evaluation of hospitalized patients. An analysis of hospitalized patients’ subjective feelings towards service quality was carried out, in the context of the application of the SERVQUAL method. The pilot study was conducted in a Silesian hospital in a group of 29 young patients (women: 16, men: 13, average age: 16) diagnosed with kidney disease. The study used a standard sheet of 22 SERVQUAL statements and an analysis of the significance of the 5 areas of quality material important for the patient. According to the respondents, the most important of the 5 features that influence the quality of life is the ability of the ward staff to provide adequate medical services (24.48%.) The least important were the aesthetics and ergonomics of rooms (15.31%). Service quality gaps were seen in all the five dimensions as well as in the overall service quality. Hence, the following conclusions could be made: 1. The SERVQUAL method helps to identify discrepancies between perceptions of patients’ expectations in all the dimensions of quality of medical services. 2. For patients, the least important is the material dimension, whereas the one most affecting them is the dimension associated with the reliability of medical services. 3. An improvement of the level of satisfaction with the quality of medical services requires proper planning and effectiveness of implementation of health care services. 4. Research should be conducted on a larger population of patients.
Initial Study on Cancer-Related Cognitive Dysfunction With the Implementation of QEEG
Authors: Żołubak Magda , Kawala-Janik Aleksandra , Podpora Michał , Pelc Mariusz , Skowron Wojciech
Published: February 2018

Chemotherapy is one of the most common treatments used in cancer therapy despite its serious side effects, which remain a huge concern. To the most common side effects (apart from weight and hair loss) include memory and concentration problems as well as changes in taste. This paper presents a very preliminary study (with only one elderly female subject participating) focusing on cognitive dysfunction after chemotherapy in breast cancer. This phenomenon, called Cancer-Related Cognitive Dysfunction (CRCD), is a frequent occurrence. The obtained results prove the impact of chemotherapy on the participant’s ability to concentrate. The QEEG method and digital data analysis were used as the measurement methods.
Axial Crushing Behaviors of Thin-Walled Corrugated and Circular Tubes - A Comparative Study
Authors: Reyaz-Ur-Rahim Mohd. , Bharti P. K. , Umer Afaque
Published: February 2018

With the help of finite element analysis, this research paper deals with the energy absorption and collapse behavior with different corrugated section geometries of hollow tubes made of aluminum alloy 6060-T4. Literature available experimental data were used to validate the numerical models of the structures investigated. Based on the results available for symmetric crushing of circular tubes, models were developed to investigate corrugated thin-walled structures behavior. To study the collapse mechanism and energy absorbing ability in axial compression, the simulation was carried in ABAQUS /EXPLICIT code. In the simulation part, specimens were prepared and axially crushed to one-fourth length of the tube and the energy diagram of crushing force versus axial displacement is shown. The effect of various parameters such as pitch, mean diameter, corrugation, amplitude, the thickness is demonstrated with the help of diagrams. The overall result shows that the corrugated section geometry could be a good alternative to the conventional tubes.
Skiving as Substitution of Tooth Grinding
Authors: Letavay Martin , Pilc Jozef , Daniš Igor , Pustay Jozef , Martinček Juraj , Varga Daniel
Published: February 2018

Skiving is a relatively new technology that can partially replace a lead of tooth grinding. This article aims to introduce the results of skiving in a particular production. In the first parts of the article authors focused on the technology of skiving and its patterns. In the following part they introduce results of tooling. The last part of the article describes appreciation, advantages and disadvantages of the technology.
The Coordinates of Co-Production in the Educational Services System
Authors: Jivan Alexandru , Barabas Maria
Published: February 2018

The paper proposes a certain delimitation of the concepts of cooperation and co-production in services and aims to apply them concretely in education, related to the connections (cooperation) between offeror and beneficiary. The article is part of a wider plan that seeks to implement the legitimacy of using the notion of co-production in all sectors of activity, whether it is the one of goods or services to designate cooperative relationships between producer and consumer or, as we like to say, between the offeror and the beneficiary. The article starts with the definition and clarification of the concept of co-production. After briefly setting several conceptual aspects, an applied analysis is performed on a group of respondents from education, using a questionnaire developed to provide adequate information for the purposes set forth: some relationships between the influence factors of the co-production between teacher and student are analysed. The questionnaire allows us to share interesting conclusions regarding the reasons that make people to participate. An analysis of the logic behind the co-production phenomenon is offered, reserves for the improvement of such relations being revealed for the education system. The conclusions following the data analysis confirm the initial assumptions and reveal interesting aspects, as described in the final section.
Territorial Examination of the Income Status of Hungarian Cities’ and Towns’ Inhabitants
Authors: Czabadai Lilla Áldorfai , Topa Zoltán , Áldorfai György
Published: February 2018

By themselves, GDP and regional GDP are no longer satisfying to determine the development level of a region. However, it is very important to know what kind of factors could influence the income status of a region. In our study we tried to collect basic data which represent the chosen topic well, and more importantly, which are easy to access and are interpretable at smaller (for example settlement) territorial levels. The frame of our investigation was the programming period from 2007 to 2013. We compared the sum of different subsidies, local taxes and the gross value added to the settlements’ income status. Based on our previous hypothesis, the received supports, the taxes paid by local people and the gross value added generated by local enterprises show strong correlation with the formation of the income status, and this hypothesis was tested for cities and towns in this paper.
Redescription and New Data on Distribution of Glyphomerus flavabdomen with Key to the Palearctic Species of the Genus Glyphomerus (Hymenoptera, Torymidae)
Authors: Zerova M. D. , Fursov V. N.
Published: February 2018

A detailed redescription of Glyphomerus flavabdomen based on a previously unknown material from Georgia is represented. An improved key to the Palaearctic Glyphomerus species is provided. Review of trophical association of the Palaearctic species of Glyphomerus is given.
Reliability and Validity of a Medicine Ball–Contained Accelerometer for Measuring Upper-Body Neuromuscular Performance
Authors: Roe Gregory , Shaw William , Darrall-Jones Joshua , Phibbs Padraic J. , Read Dale , Weakley Jonathon J. , Till Kevin , Jones Ben
Published: February 2018

Roe, G, Shaw, W, Darrall-Jones, J, Phibbs, PJ, Read, D, Weakley, JJ, Till, K, and Jones, B. Reliability and validity of a medicine ball–contained accelerometer for measuring upper-body neuromuscular performance. J Strength Cond Res 32(7): 1915–1918, 2018—The aim of the study was to assess the between-day reliability and validity of a medicine ball–contained accelerometer (MBA) for assessing upper-body neuromuscular performance during a throwing task. Ten professional rugby union players partook in the study. Between-day reliability was assessed from the best score attained during 2 sets of 3 throws, on 2 testing occasions separated by 7 days. Validity was assessed against a criterion measure (Optioelectronic system) during 75 throws from a subgroup of 3 participants. The MBA exhibited a small between-day error of 2.2% (90% confidence intervals; 2.0–4.6%) and an almost perfect relationship with a criterion measure (r = 0.91 [90% CIs; 0.87–0.94]). However, the mean bias and standard error were moderate (7.9% [90% CIs; 6.6–9.2%] and 4.9% [90% CIs; 4.2–5.7%], respectively). Practitioners using an MBA to assess neuromuscular performance of the upper body must take into account the overestimation and error associated with such assessment with respect to a criterion measure. However, as the error associated with between-day testing was small and testing is easy to implement in applied practice, an MBA may provide a useful tool for monitoring upper-body neuromuscular performance over time.
Acute Effects of Ballistic vs. Passive Static Stretching Involved in a Prematch Warm-up on Vertical Jump and Linear Sprint Performance in Soccer Players
Authors: López Mariscal Samuel , Sánchez Garcia Víctor , Fernández-García José C. , Sáez de Villarreal Eduardo
Published: February 2018

López Mariscal, S, Sánchez Garcia, V, Fernández-García, JC, and Sáez de Villarreal, E. Acute effects of ballistic vs. passive static stretching involved in a prematch warm-up on vertical jump and linear sprint performance in soccer players. J Strength Cond Res 35(1): 147–153, 2021—The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of introducing passive static and ballistic stretching in a standard soccer match warm-up. The variables addressed were the counter movement jump (CMJ), Abalakov jump, and the 40-m linear sprint. The sample was composed of 33 male subjects, divided into 2 age groups. U16 and adult players formed the groups, to cross check whether there were differences between them. Each group was further subdivided into 2 groups regarding the type of stretching carried out during the stretching phase. Before the warm-up, the tests previously described were assessed. In the experimental phase, standard stretching was carried out, consisting of an initial phase in which players had to execute continuous running; a general phase in which players had to make articulate moves; a technical phase in which players had to execute exercises with the ball; a 5 vs. 5 small-sided game was carried out during the tactical phase; and in the final phase, activation exercises and sprints were carried out by the players. Eventually, the same variables were assessed again once the warm-up was finished. There were no statistically significant differences between the 2 types of stretching included in the prematch warm-up. It can be concluded that ballistic and passive static stretching (<10 seconds) did not cause, under these circumstances, any effect in the assessed variables related to soccer performance (linear sprint, CMJ, and Abalakov). This has to be considered by coaches when devising soccer-related warm-ups.
Effect of Ischemic Preconditioning on Maximal Swimming Performance
Authors: Williams Natalie , Russell Mark , Cook Christian J. , Kilduff Liam P.
Published: February 2018

Williams, N, Russell, M, Cook, CJ, and Kilduff, LP. Effect of ischemic preconditioning on maximal swimming performance. J Strength Cond Res 35(1): 221–226, 2021—The effect of ischemic preconditioning (IPC) on swimming performance was examined. Using a randomized, crossover design, national- and international-level swimmers (n = 20; 14 men, 6 women) participated in 3 trials (Con, IPC-2h, and IPC-24h). Lower-body IPC (4 × 5-minute bilateral blood flow restriction at 160–228 mm Hg and 5-minute reperfusion) was used 2 hours (IPC-2h) or 24 hours (IPC-24h) before a self-selected (100 m, n = 15; 200 m, n = 5) swimming time trial (TT). The Con trial used a sham intervention (15 mm Hg) 2 hours before exercise. All trials required a 40-minute standardized precompetition swimming warm-up (followed by 20-minute rest; replicating precompetition call room procedures) 1 hour before TT. Capillary blood (pH, blood gases, and lactate concentrations) was taken immediately before and after IPC, before TT and after TT. No effects on TT for 100 m (P = 0.995; IPC-2h: 64.94 ± 8.33 seconds; IPC-24h: 64.67 ± 8.50 seconds; Con: 64.94 ± 8.24 seconds), 200 m (P = 0.405; IPC-2h: 127.70 ± 10.66 seconds; IPC-24h: 129.26 ± 12.99 seconds; Con: 130.19 ± 10.27 seconds), or combined total time (IPC-2h: 84.27 ± 31.52 seconds; IPC-24h: 79.87 ± 29.72 seconds; Con: 80.55 ± 31.35 seconds) were observed after IPC. Base excess (IPC-2h: −13.37 ± 8.90 mmol·L−1; Con: −13.35 ± 7.07 mmol·L−1; IPC-24h: −16.53 ± 4.65 mmol·L−1), pH (0.22 ± 0.08; all conditions), bicarbonate (IPC-2h: −11.66 ± 3.52 mmol·L−1; Con: −11.62 ± 5.59 mmol·L−1; IPC-24h: −8.47 ± 9.02 mmol·L−1), total carbon dioxide (IPC-2h: −12.90 ± 3.92 mmol·L−1; Con: −11.55 ± 7.61 mmol·L−1; IPC-24h: 9.90 ± 8.40 mmol·L−1), percentage oxygen saturation (IPC-2h: −0.16 ± 1.86%; Con: +0.20 ± 1.93%; IPC-24h: +0.47 ± 2.10%), and blood lactate (IPC-2h: +12.87 ± 3.62 mmol·L−1; Con: +12.41 ± 4.02 mmol·L−1; IPC-24h: +13.27 ± 3.81 mmol·L−1) were influenced by swimming TT (P < 0.001), but not condition (all P > 0.05). No effect of IPC was seen when applied 2 or 24 hours before swimming TT on any indices of performance or physiological measures recorded.
Identification of Neurotensin Receptor Expressing Cells in the Ventral Tegmental Area across the Lifespan
Authors: Woodworth Hillary L. , Perez-Bonilla Patricia A. , Beekly Bethany G. , Lewis Trevor J. , Leinninger Gina M.
Published: February 2018

Neurotensin (Nts) promotes activation of dopamine (DA) neurons in the ventral tegmental area (VTA) via incompletely understood mechanisms. Nts can signal via the G protein-coupled Nts receptors 1 and 2 (NtsR1 and NtsR2), but the lack of methods to detect NtsR1- and NtsR2-expressing cells has limited mechanistic understanding of Nts action. To overcome this challenge, we generated dual recombinase mice that express FlpO-dependent Cre recombinase in NtsR1 or NtsR2 cells. This strategy permitted temporal control over recombination, such that we could identify NtsR1- or NtsR2-expressing cells and determine whether their distributions differed between the developing and adult brain. Using this system, we found that NtsR1 is transiently expressed in nearly all DA neurons and in many non-DA neurons in the VTA during development. However, NtsR1 expression is more restricted within the adult brain, where only two thirds of VTA DA neurons expressed NtsR1. By contrast, NtsR2 expression remains constant throughout lifespan, but it is predominantly expressed within glia. Anterograde tract tracing revealed that NtsR1 is expressed by mesolimbic, not mesocortical DA neurons, suggesting that VTA NtsR1 neurons may represent a functionally unique subset of VTA DA neurons. Collectively, this work reveals a cellular mechanism by which Nts can directly engage NtsR1-expressing DA neurons to modify DA signaling. Going forward, the dual recombinase strategy developed here will be useful to selectively modulate NtsR1- and NtsR2-expressing cells and to parse their contributions to Nts-mediated behaviors.
Auditory Brainstem Responses to Continuous Natural Speech in Human Listeners
Authors: Maddox Ross K. , Lee Adrian K. C.
Published: February 2018

Speech is an ecologically essential signal, whose processing crucially involves the subcortical nuclei of the auditory brainstem, but there are few experimental options for studying these early responses in human listeners under natural conditions. While encoding of continuous natural speech has been successfully probed in the cortex with neurophysiological tools such as electroencephalography (EEG) and magnetoencephalography, the rapidity of subcortical response components combined with unfavorable signal-to-noise ratios signal-to-noise ratio has prevented application of those methods to the brainstem. Instead, experiments have used thousands of repetitions of simple stimuli such as clicks, tone-bursts, or brief spoken syllables, with deviations from those paradigms leading to ambiguity in the neural origins of measured responses. In this study we developed and tested a new way to measure the auditory brainstem response (ABR) to ongoing, naturally uttered speech, using EEG to record from human listeners. We found a high degree of morphological similarity between the speech-derived ABRs and the standard click-evoked ABR, in particular, a preserved Wave V, the most prominent voltage peak in the standard click-evoked ABR. Because this method yields distinct peaks that recapitulate the canonical ABR, at latencies too short to originate from the cortex, the responses measured can be unambiguously determined to be subcortical in origin. The use of naturally uttered speech to measure the ABR allows the design of engaging behavioral tasks, facilitating new investigations of the potential effects of cognitive processes like language and attention on brainstem processing.
Gross motor development level among Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan student
Authors: Mahinderjit Singh Yasminder Kaur , Choon Lian Denise Koh
Published: February 2018

Gross motor development is an essential factor for specific skills required in different sports. This study aimed at assessing the level of gross motor development of school children in the district of Kuala Pilah. The objectives of this study are to identify the level of locomotor and object control amongst the children in the area, identifying the different developments of gross motor skills amongst children based on their gender and identifying the different developments of gross motor skills amongst the children based on the location of the schools. This study is non-trivial as the development of gross motor control in children are significant for their involvement in sports, games and recreational activities. Failure to control motor skills may have an impact on the children in the context of their daily interactions, self-confidence, and learning ability. This study involves 160 children aged 7 years old pooled from 8 different primary schools. The data collected was analysed based on the TGMD (Test of Gross Motor development) and interpreted via the GMQ (Gross Motor Quotients). The result from the t-test suggests that there is no significant difference between the genders concerning the gross motor development of children in the district of Kuala Pilah. However, if was found that there is a significant differences between children of urban and rural schools based on the measured gross motor development.
Modifying impact of RET gene haplotypes on medullary thyroid carcinoma clinical course
Authors: Kaczmarek-Ryś Marta , Ziemnicka Katarzyna , Pławski Andrzej , Budny Bartłomiej , Michalak Michał , Hryhorowicz Szymon , Hoppe-Gołębiewska Justyna , Boruń Paweł , Gołąb Monika , Czetwertyńska Małgorzata , Sromek Maria , Szalata Marlena , Ruchała Marek , Słomski Ryszard
Published: February 2018

The clinical course of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) associated with the MEN2A syndrome as well as of sporadic MTC shows considerable heterogeneity. The disease picture varies not only between the sameRETproto-oncogene mutation carriers but also among sporadic MTC patients with noRETgerminal mutations, which suggests the involvement of additional modulators of the disease. However, genetic factors responsible for this heterogeneity of the MTC clinical course still remain unknown. The aim of this study was to determine if polymorphic variants or specific haplotypes of theRETgene may modify the MTC clinical course. We genotyped the followingloci:c.73+9277T>C, c.135G>A, c.1296A>G, c.2071G>A, c.2307T>C, c.2508C>T and c.2712C>G in 142 MTC patients and controls. We demonstrated considerable differences in the genotypes distribution within c.73+9277T>C, c.135G>A and c.2307T>Cloci. Our results show that the c.73+9277T variant associated with a decreased activity of the MCS+9.7RETenhancer is rare in hereditary MTC patients with primary hyperparathyroidism, and thus, may influence the MTC clinical picture. The decreased activity of theRETpromoter enhancer reducesRETexpression level and may counterbalance the activating mutation in this gene. Frequent co-occurrence of the c.73+9277T allele with p.E768D, p.Y791F, p.V804M or p.R844QRETmutations may be associated with their attenuation and milder clinical picture of the disease. Haplotypes analysis showed that C-G-A-G-T-(C)-C (c.73+9277T>C – c.135G>A – c.1296A>G – c.2071G>A – c.2307T>G – (c.2508C>T) – c.2712C>G) alleles combination predisposes to pheochromocytomas and primary hyperparathyroidism. We consider thatREThaplotypes defining may become an auxiliary diagnostic tool in MTC patients.
Evidence for Role of Genital Mycoplasmas in Preterm Birth and Neonatal Lung Injury
Authors: Viscardi Rose M.
Published: February 2018

Although the genital mycoplasmas are common commensals in the vaginal flora of up to 80% of women, these organisms have been associated with adverse perinatal outcomes. These outcomes include chorioamnionitis, preterm premature rupture of the membranes (pPROM), preterm birth, and altered lung development contributing to the development of bronchopulmonary dysplasia in preterm infants with respiratory infection. This review focuses on the current knowledge of the evidence supporting a causal role of these organisms in these adverse outcomes and controversies, including whether treatment of affected pregnant women or their infants is warranted.
A Focus on Microbiome Completeness and Optimized Colonization Resistance in Neonatology
Authors: Dietert Rodney R.
Published: February 2018

The human microbiome contributes a majority of genes and significant metabolic capacity to the newborn. The infant’s bacteria, archaea, viruses, and fungi are also critical for immune maturation and neurologic development. Because a microbiota is highly malleable, it is an ideal target for improving infant health. Yet, management of this major biological resource to reduce health risk for the infant has been comparatively neglected to date. This review discusses the opportunities for a more holistic, ecological approach to infant health with an emphasis on the microbiome, which includes 1) the benefits of microbiome completeness (microbial seeding and feeding), as well as 2) optimized colonization resistance. The latter can better protect against infectious as well as noncommunicable diseases by shifting pathogen load requirements for producing disease, protecting mucosal barriers, and optimizing immune homeostasis.
Neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus Infection
Authors: Kabani Nazia , Kimberlin David W.
Published: February 2018

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is among the most severely debilitating viruses that can infect the neonate, and is associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Neonatal HSV infection generally is acquired in the peripartum period, and can be devastating if not diagnosed appropriately. Studies conducted over several decades have advanced our knowledge of the benefit of antiviral therapy on neonatal HSV disease outcomes. As such, many neonates now are effectively treated and experience no or fewer long-term sequelae of this potentially devastating infection. Clinicians must be astute, because early diagnosis and early treatment are key to a better prognosis.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 in the Premature Infant
Authors: Deville Jaime G.
Published: February 2018

Prematurity and low birthweight are seen frequently in infants with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) type 1 infection, adding significant comorbidities and complicating the approach to treatment. HIV disease progression accelerates in the setting of an immature immune system. Recent cases have underscored the unique opportunity to not only limit progression, but also limit the establishment of HIV reservoirs that impede viral clearance by starting antiretroviral treatment (ART) early in the neonatal period. Although pediatric ART alternatives are increasing, there are still only few available agents for the treatment of neonates, especially premature and low-birthweight infants. Zidovudine is the only agent for which there is sufficient experience in premature infants, while being an intravenous alternative for infants in whom enteric administration is not possible. Nevirapine has been studied for prophylactic dosing in preterm infants. It is imperative that resources are devoted to the study of the safety and efficacy of ARTs for use during the neonatal period.
Uma outra ambiência nas pesquisas educacionais: acerca do pesquisar com Deleuze e Guattari
Authors: Vinci Christian Fernando Ribeiro Guimarães
Published: February 2018

Este ensaio procura sondar certa especificidade do dispositivo conceitual elaborado por Gilles Deleuze, em parceria ou não com Félix Guattari. Partindo da pressuposição de que as noções deleuzeanas e deleuzeguattarianas, não obstante comportarem uma incitação às experimentações radicais de pensamento, possuem um lastro intelectivo que demanda certa prudência investigativa ou analítica por parte dos pesquisadores, propõe-se pensar como estes elementos – experimentação e exegese –, aparentemente antagônicos, convivem no interior do aparato conceitual de Deleuze e Guattari. Sugere-se também uma análise sobre quais as implicações dessa convivência para aqueles interessados em trabalhar com esses autores, mormente no campo educacional. A hipótese a ser experimentada é a da existência de uma pressuposição recíproca entre exegese e experimentação, vigorando no interior da filosofia da diferença, conforme nota-se alhures (referência omitida), o que, por sua vez, demanda por parte do pesquisador operar com aquilo que Luiz B. Orlandi (2000) denominou de composição elementar dos encontros. Essa composição exige a invenção de um par questão-problema singular, resultado do encontro com uma violenta urgência vital que impele um vivente a pensar. Concomitantemente, é capaz de conduzir a um processo de criação conceitual, único movimento capaz de propiciar novos modos de existência aptos a fazer frente àquela mesma urgência vital encontrada. Esse processo implica operar com outra concepção do que significa pensar, colocando experimentação e criação ao lado de compreensão e recognição. Justifica-se tal discussão, uma vez que, costumeiramente, tende-se, nas pesquisas, a operar com algumas noções elaboradas por Deleuze e/ou Deleuze-Guattari de maneira mecânica, transmutando o princípio plástico do conceitual deleuze-guattariano, seu lastro experimental, em uma espécie de fundamento metafísico, e ressaltando apenas seu lastro intelectivo. A fim de evitar essa confusão, pretende-se apresentar a especificidade da relação questãoproblema-conceito. Busca-se discutir como essa tríade pode ser apreendida na noção deleuze-guattariana de conceito, atentando tanto para a sua definição formal quanto para a sua definição modal e ressaltando como o próprio Deleuze lidou em seu percurso intelectual com essas questões, sobretudo em seu trabalho conjunto com Félix Guattari. Por fim, buscando estabelecer uma interlocução com o campo educacional, procura-se pensar os modos como Deleuze e Guattari têm sido evocados e utilizados por muitos pesquisadores do campo educacional.
A articulação entre a autoavaliação e os processos de planejamento em instituições de educação superior no estado do Rio Grande do Sul
Authors: Bruschi Giovana Fernanda Justino , Casartelli Alam De Oliveira
Published: February 2018

Uma gestão consistente que proporcione qualidade e sustentabilidade nas Instituições de Educação Superior (IESs) é o que vem provocando debates no segmento educacional. A preocupação com resultados relativos ao Sinaes (Sistema Nacional Avaliação da Educação Superior), desenvolvidos pelo Ministério da Educação, é um dos pontos importantes desse processo. Uma das obrigações contidas no Sinaes é o estabelecimento da CPA (Comissão Própria de Avaliação), a qual tem a finalidade de conduzir as avaliações internas em uma IES. As autoavaliações têm papel fundamental no desenvolvimento e melhorias nas instituições e, dessa forma, merecem destaque se usadas de forma efetiva como insumos para o planejamento da organização. O presente estudo tem a finalidade de identificar como ocorre a articulação entre os resultados das autoavaliações e os processos de planejamento em IESs. Para tanto, foram realizadas entrevistas com gestores e coordenadores responsáveis pela CPA e pelo Planejamento Estratégico ou PDI – Plano de Desenvolvimento Institucional. As declarações dos entrevistados demonstraram que todos estão conscientes da importância de existir articulação entre a autoavaliação e os processos de planejamento. Contudo, não há relatos de uma metodologia, em nenhuma instituição, que determine um padrão de aplicação dessas atividades sincronizadas, ou seja, a articulação é feita conforme a necessidade, por meio da entrega de relatórios para a reitoria e aos coordenadores.
ALTERNATIF KEBIJAKAN MENGHADAPI PERGOLAKAN PETAMBAK AKIBAT PENCEMARAN PERAIRAN (Studi Kasus Pada Petambak Ujung Pangkah Kabupaten Gresik)
Authors: Istiana Istiana
Published: February 2018

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendiskripsikan pergolakan yang terjadi pada masyarakat petambak sebagai akibat adanya pencemaran perairan. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada bulan Juli 2011 sampai Januari 2013 di desa Pangkah Wetan Kecamatan Ujung Pangkah Kabupaten Gresik. Penelitian ini menggunakan tipe penelitian deskriptif-kualitatif. Jenis penelitian ini adalah studi kasus (case study) yang memusatkan pada kelompok masyarakat petambak. Teknik pemilihan informan secara purposive. Pengumpulan data primer dilakukan dengan cara indepth interview. Analisis data dilakukan secara deskritif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa akibat pencemaran perairan, petambak mengalami penurunan pendapatan. Petambak menuduh tercemarnya lingkungan pesisir berasal PT. Hess Indonesia Ltd. karena memang cuma satu-satunya perusahaan itu yang ada di desa. Kondisi ini telah memunculkan kebersamaan petambak dengan melalui interaksi informal antar petambak yang memunculkan kelompok tani tambak desa Pangkah Wetan. Solidaritas kolektif komunitas memobilisasi gerakan pertentangan yang efektif dalam melahirkan kekuatan menggerakkan massa yaitu gerakan terbuka atau unjuk rasa dengan komunitas masyarakat petambak dan nelayan desa lain. Aksi protes yang dilakukan petambak merupakan bentuk resistensi petambak terhadap kebijakan pemerintah dan pengusaha. Gerakan ini bukan sekedar suatu reaksi tetapi juga sebagai wahana untuk mencapai tujuan-tujuan perubahan yaitu lingkungan tambak yang memiliki daya dukung tinggi.Title: Policy Options to Deal With: Fish Farmers Upheaval Due Water Pollution (Case Study on Ujung Pangkah Fish Farmers of Gresik Regency)The aims of the study is to describe the upheaval in fish farmers community as a result of water pollution. Research was conducted during July 2011 to January 2013 in Pangkah Wetan Village Ujung Pangkah District of Gresik Regency. The research type were qualitative descriptive. The research is a case study which focus on the fish farmer community groups. Informants were selected purposively. Primary data were collected by using in-depth interview. Result of the research showed that due to water pollution, fish farmers have complained about declining income. Fish farmers were predict that coastal environmental contamination derived main company, namely PT. Hess Indonesia Ltd. This situation has led to fish farmers togetherness through informal interactions among fish farmers. Collective solidarity of communities has been mobilize effective opposition movement, namely demonstration did by fish farmer against government policy and private company. This protest is not only a reaction but also the way to achieve the objectives of environmental changes of brackish water pond that have a high carrying capacity.
DAMPAK KEBIJAKAN IMPOR DAN KELEMBAGAAN TERHADAP KINERJA INDUSTRI GARAM NASIONAL
Authors: Kurniawan Tikkyrino , Azizi Ahmad
Published: February 2018

Perbedaan data produksi dan rendahnya kualitas pada industri pegaraman menyebabkan tingginya jumlah impor sehingga merugikan pegaraman rakyat. Padahal penghasilan dari sektor garam digunakan untuk hidup selama satu tahun. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis kinerja impor garam dengan kelembagaan industri garam yang kaitanya dengan stabilitas harga dan kesejahteraan petani garam. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada bulan April sampai dengan Mei tahun 2012 dengan menggunakan gabungan data primer dan sekunder. Analisis data menggunakan analisis deskriptif. Hasil studi menyebutkan bahwa adanya perbedaan perhitungan data produksi garam antara KKP dan data nasional berdampak terhadap ketepatan impor garam. Industrialisasi produksi dan impor berdampak terhadap inisiatif berproduksi dan kesejahteraan petani garam. Kondisi ini diperparah oleh belum kondusifnya implementasi kelembagaan bagi hasil dengan kondisi industri garam rakyat. Perlu perbaikan perhitungan data impor garam, baik dengan kerjasama antar instansi maupun ada lembaga tersendiri sebagai pengumpul sehingga data produksi garam bisa lebih valid. Title: The Impact of Import Policy and Institutions to the National Salt Industry PerformanceThe existence of different official data repository salt production and low quality of salt in the leads to a huge amount of impor. This, in turn, will worse off public salt production. Mean while, for salt farmers, income generated from producing public salt production were used for their household life for the entire year fiscal. The aim of this research is to analyse import performances with salt industry’s institution related to price stability and salt farmers’ welfare. This research was conducted duracy April to May 2012 and used both primary and secondary data. Descriptive analysis was used in this study. Result of  the  study  indicatea  gap  occurs  in  calculation  between  Ministry  for  Marine  and  Fisheries  (MMAF) and National salt production affected to salt import accuracy. Production and import’s industrialization affected the production initiatives and salt farmers’ welfare. It is worsening by implementation for sharing of production still unstable with public-salt productions’ condition. The data is still need to recalculation with collaboration of several public institutions or new institution as a collector to achieve more valid data of salt production the production data could be more valid.
KINERJA PROGRAM PENYALURAN BANTUAN LANGSUNG MASYARAKAT (BLM) PENGEMBANGAN USAHA MINA PEDESAAN (PUMP) PERIKANAN BUDIDAYA
Authors: Hikmah Hikmah , Firdaus Maulana
Published: February 2018

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan mengevaluasi kinerja program penyaluran bantuan langsung tunai kepada masayarakat melalui program Pengembangan Usaha Mina Pedesaan-Perikanan Budidaya (PUMP-PB) dengan fasilitasi bantuan pengembangan usaha bagi pembudidaya ikan dalam wadah Kelompok Pembudidaya Ikan (POKDAKAN). Metode penelitian menggunakan metode survei pada 12 lokasi penelitian. Metode analisis data menggunakan analisis deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa capaian kinerja input, proses dan output pelaksanaan program penyaluran bantuan langsung masyarakat melalui PUMP-Perikanan Budidaya di 12 Kabupaten/Kota secara administrasi telah sesuai dengan petunjuk teknis dari Direktorat Jenderal Perikanan Budidaya. Hal ini ditunjukkan oleh jawaban responden terhadap empat isian terkait kegiatan tersebut yaitu 100% responden menyatakan sudah sesuai dengan prosedur. Dalam pelaksanaannya, pada masih terdapat permasalahan dan tantangan yang dihadapi antara lain adanya kelompok aspirasi, kurangnya tenaga pendamping, pencairan BLM tidak tepat waktu dan  penerima BLM kurang tepat sasaran.Title: Performance Analysis Of Distribution Program Live Aid Society (BLM) Small Aquaculture Business Program (PUMP)This study aims to identify and evaluate the performance of direct cash transfer programs to the community through the small aquaculture business program  (PUMP-PB) with the facilitation of business development assistance for fish farmers in the container Fish Farmers Group (Pokdakan). The research method used survey methods at 12 study sites. Methods of data analysis using qualitative descriptive analysis. The results showed that the gains of the input, process and output of the implementation of the distribution of community grants program through PUMP-Aquaculture in 12 districts / cities in administration in accordance with the technical guidance of the Directorate General of Aquaculture. This is indicated by the respondents to the four fields related to these activities is 100% of the respondents are in accordance with the procedure. In practice, the there are still problems and challenges faced by, among others, the existence of groups of aspiration, lack of assistants, not timely disbursement of BLM and less targeted recipients.