bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Особенности бурятских вариантов Гэсэриады
Authors:   Institute for Mongolian, Buddhist and Tibetan Studies of the Siberian Branch of the RAS (6, Sakhyanova St., 670047 Ulan-Ude, Russian Federation), Dampilova Ludmila S. , Ayusheeva Erzhena B.
Published: December 2021

Introduction. The article aims to analyze Buryat versions of the epic Geser to identify their local features. It includes a detailed review not only of published texts, but also of manuscripts stored in the archives of Buryatia. For the first time, the regional versions of Geser are systematically examined as a necessary stage for further comparative studies of the genesis and transformation of epic traditions in Central Asia. Methods. The work uses comparative-historical and comparative methods of analysis. Of these, the latter was of key importance in comparing the versions of the epic that differ in terms of the place of their origin and temporal parameters. Results and discussion. The analysis began with a detailed discussion of published authentic texts of Geser represented by the Ekhirit-Bulagat and Ungin versions. Then, the features of archival versions of the epic are systematized and defined. The previous work on the plot composition and characters of each individual text is thoroughly compared to finally identify the features of the Buryat versions of the epic. Conclusion. The authors argue that the Ungin versions are quite close to the Mongolian ones, while the Ekhirit-Bulagat version, in their opinion, stands apart both in terms of their composition and themes. The introductory part of the uliger, a mythological prologue with a shamanic pantheon of deities, is characteristic only of the Buryat versions of Geser. Also, as far as the Western Buryat version is concerned, it may be pointed out that the influence of Buddhist teachings, which were not widespread in the heyday of the epic, was minimum. Of relevance are also the contaminations of the common Mongolian storytelling traditions with the characteristic motifs of the Central Asian epic. The identification of specific features of the local versions of Geser may expand our understanding of the specifics of the national epic as one of the main manifestations of traditional culture.
Uso de meios digitais, capacidades de inovação e resultados do sojicultor no PR e MATOPIBA
Authors: Ribeiro Anderson Nora , Haberli Junior Caetano
Published: December 2021

Brasil é dos mais relevantes produtores agrícolas do mundo, sendo um fundamental fornecedor de alimentos. O cultivo agrícola de maior destaque no país é a soja, cultura na qual o país é o primeiro produtor e exportador, com altos níveis de produtividade e um sistema de produção baseado em conhecimento científico desenvolvido localmente. O cultivo faz uso intensivo de tecnologias e inovação, e diante da transformação digital pela qual tem passado, o objetivo desta pesquisa foi entender a realidade e perspectivas futuras do produtor rural em termos de busca e utilização de inovações, hábito de uso de ferramentas digitais e sua utilidade na gestão e tomada de decisão na atividade agrícola. Foram entrevistados, por formulário eletrônico e ligações telefônicas, 55 produtores de duas importantes regiões sojícolas, o Centro e Norte do Paraná e a região do MATOPIBA. Osresultados foram analisados por meio de Análises Fatoriais e de Equações Estruturais, a fim de se confirmar as hipóteses ou constructos. O uso de meios digitais nas propriedades teve influência positiva muito significativa na capacidade de inovação, assim como na absorção de inovação. Por sua vez, a capacidade de inovação teve efeito também positivo na geração devantagens competitivas das propriedades. No entanto, não foi possível comprovar influência da absorção de inovação nas vantagens competitivas. O aprimoramento e estímulo ao uso dos meios digitais voltados para o agronegócio é importante, e estudos semelhantes serão necessários para gerar informação e aceleração da transformação digital no campo.
Strategi Mahasiswa Di Daerah Terisolir Dalam Mengatasi Kendala Jaringan (Analisis Sosiologi Proses Pembelajaran Daring Di Kecamatan Mapat Tunggul Kabupaten Pasaman
Authors: Novrensistri Novrensistri , Marleni Marleni , Wahyuni Yanti Sri
Published: December 2021

This research is motivated by the existence of a virus called Covid-19. This virus has entered various countries so that all activities are limited, including education which makes the learning process online (in the network). The same is true for students who live in Mapat Tunggul District, West Pasaman Regency, which is an isolated area, so that students there experience network problems when carrying out the online learning process. The formulation of the research problem is how the strategy of students in isolated areas to get internet network access for online learning in Mapat Tunggul District, Pasaman Regency. The theory used in this study is the structural-functional theory proposed by Talcott Parsons. The research approach used is a qualitative approach with a descriptive type of research. The types of data used in this study are primary data and secondary data. The informants involved experienced this network problem as many as 13 people. Data collection methods were used in two ways, namely observation, in-depth interviews and document studies. To achieve the validity of research data using triangulation techniques. Meanwhile, the unit of data analysis used was a group with data analysis by Miles and Huberman, namely data reduction, data presentation, data presentation and conclusion drawing. From the results of the study it can be concluded that there are several strategies undertaken by students in overcoming network constraints such as students building social relations with fellow students studying online at hill 7, with the hill community 7, forming social groups with fellow friends who attend online lectures, and build social relations with neighbors.
Strategi Bertahan Pedagang Konvensional di Tengah Perkembangan Pasar Online (Studi Kasus pada Pedagang Konvensional di Pasar Nagari Air Bangis Kecamatan Sungai Beremas Kabupaten Pasaman Barat)
Authors: Fitriana Lifia - , Fitlayeni Rinel , Akbar Waza Karia
Published: December 2021

This research is motivated by the existence of an online market. Which makes the conventional market to be left behind and the income of traders to decline. The same is true for conventional traders in the Nagari Air Bangis market, Sungai Beremas District, West Pasaman Regency. The formulation of the research problem is how to survive conventional traders in the midst of the development of the online market. The theory used in this study is the theory of rational choice proposed by Coleman. This research approach is a qualitative approach with a descriptive type of research. The types of research data are primary and secondary data. There were 14 informants. Data collection methods are observation, in-depth interviews and document studies. To achieve the validity of the data using triangulation techniques. Meanwhile, the unit of data analysis is the individual with data analysis by Miles and Huberman, namely data reduction, data presentation, data presentation and conclusion drawing. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that there are conventional traders' survival strategies in the Nagari Air Bangis market, namely following the trend of goods being sold, displaying new goods on the front, giving discounts (discounts), and increasing social networks with buyers..
Pelaksanaan Student Centered Learning Berbasis Daring pada Pembelajaran Sosiologi Siswa Kelas X IPS SMA PGRI 4 Padang pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Ardyanli Muhammad Hafiz , Edriati Sofia , Irsyadunas Irsyadunas
Published: December 2021

The background of the problem in the study is as follows: On March 17, 2020, the principal and head of the Padang city education office and the head of the West Sumatra 1 regional education office branch held a meeting in which one of the results was the dismissal of all levels of education and the teaching and learning process was shifted from face to face to face-to-face. online learning. The approach in this study is a descriptive research type Descriptive research type is a method to understand the individual that is carried out in an integrative and comprehensive manner in order to obtain a deep understanding of the individual and the problems he faces with the aim of solving the problem and obtaining improvement. good self-esteem (Rahardjo et al., 2011). The informants of this study were the curriculum representatives and Mr. Sociology subject teacher for class X, namely those who taught in class X IPS 1, 2, SMA PGRI 4 Padang. The results of the study were carried out with Sociology Teachers, the online learning process lasted for 5 weeks at SMA PGRI 4 Padang. Therefore, for 5 weeks, he carried out student centered learning based on online learning. The researchers concluded that Student Centered Learning could be implemented but it was not effective by using WhatsApp groups only, teachers should also use other applications, such as Google Classroom, Zoom, Telegram, Email, Telegram, Web Links provided by the school. So that the learning process can take place better
Estándar OPC UA como solución a la integración industrial en una empresa
Authors: Andrickson José , Gabriel Enrique , Chacón Edgar , Puello Alama , Rondon Félix , Emeterio Wander , Reyes Montgomery
Published: December 2021

En el diseño de la arquitectura de software y la toma de decisiones dinámica existen factores importantes para la obtención de sistemas flexibles y escalables de alto rendimiento económico. Este proceso exige planificación, selección y el uso recurrente de los sistemas de información que permitan solventar los cambios externos e internos presentes en las empresas. La investigación demuestra que los entornos dinámicos e integrados son enfoques para abordar las arquitecturas de información de sistemas modernos de producción; en este sentido, es necesario diseñar e implementar modelos de integración que incorporen la reconfiguración dinámica con una filosofía de plataforma abierta, que en la actualidad son considerados para el diseño de soluciones empresariales. De esta manera esta investigación plantea el desarrollo de una arquitectura de información basada en el estándar OPC UA para la integración de la información en una empresa, lo cual permite simplificar los procesos de toma de decisiones.
The Pilgrimage Concept in the Caribbean?
Authors: Hayward Michele , Cinquino Michael , Schieppati Frank , Smith Donald
Published: December 2021

Espenshade (2014) has argued that pre-Columbian major ballcourts/plazas on Puerto Rico, particularly with rock art, could be considered special religious places. He proposes that these precincts were being transformed from locations of communal social and ceremonial activities integrating diverse population segments to increasingly restricted-to-religious functions as shrines or pilgrimage centers serving a greatly reduced local population by the end of the pre-colonial period. The extent of incorporation of pre-colonial late phase plazas into a formal pilgrimage round for the Puerto Rico island will be examined employing archaeological data from both the Greater and Lesser Antilles. We conclude that while Espenshade’s particular argument for enclosures-as-pilgrimage sites may or may not be appropriate, simply raising the issue prompts a wider consideration of the region’s ritual structure involving rock art and non-rock art sites.
Pilot Study of Dynamics of Electric Resistance Change for Acupuncture Points by Means of Measuring Generators with Prescribed Electric Power
Authors: Demin A. Yu. , Tyrnova T. P. , Gizatullin F. A. , Milovzorov G. V. , Pashali D. Yu.
Published: December 2021

The paper presents the results of an experiment to test various hypotheses about the biorhythms of acupuncture meridian activity by analyzing the results of measurements of electrical resistance at acupuncture points. In known studies, measurements are carried out using the hardware base of the Nakatani and Voll methods, as well as their modifications and various variants of bioimpedance methods. Such approaches do not allow organizing, in the case of biologically active points with different electrical resistance, the same energy disturbance introduced into the object during the measurement process, and, accordingly, to obtain sufficient reliability and reproducibility of the results. When analyzing the biorhythms of acupuncture points, other researchers do not take into account the influence of time zones and other factors that contribute to the shift of local time from the time of solar activity. The calculated intervals obtained using different methods for determining the time of activity may not even intersect. The authors have tried to avoid the shortcomings found in previous studies on monitoring electrical resistance at acupuncture points. The measurements were carried out using a two-channel measuring system based on a measuring generator with the prescribed electric power. A decrease in electrical resistance at the C7 acupuncture point in the calculated range of activity of the heart meridian was registered. The analysis of the experimental data confirms the correctness of using the refined methodology for calculating the time of activity of acupuncture meridians with reference to the moments of sunrise and sunset. The decrease in electrical resistance is various for different age groups. The use of measuring generators with the effect of prescribed electrical power makes it possible to obtain new data on biological objects, due to the implementation of the measurement mode with a fixed effect of the value of electrical energy, independent of the resistance of the object.
Synthesis and Characterization of Industrial Casting Sand Based Silica Aerogel
Authors: Arkan Tuba
Published: December 2021

Abstract: In this study, a commercial foundry sand (Seydisehir Eti Aluminium Co. Inc.) was provided as the starting material. Using this supplied casting sand, silica aerogel production was carried out by sol-gel method. Starting materials chemical components were determined by doing XRD and XRF analyses to starting industrial casting sand respectively. After analysing studies, sodium silicate solution was produced from commercial casting sand. During silica aerogel synthesize, 5 different pH degree was investigated including 2-4-6-8 and 9. Silica aerogel modification (Super hydrophobic) was made by choosing the optimum pH value. Afer then, on the synthesized experiment sample, FT-IR, BET, SEM and contact angle characterization studies were realised respectively. As a result of preliminary experiments done with different pH experiments, sample with the lowest density was determined as pH 8 value. Keywords: Casting sand, Sol-gel, Silica aerogel
Production and Characterization of Commercial Aluminum Powders by a New Nozzle Design and Atomization Unit
Authors: Gokmese Hakan
Published: December 2021

Abstract: A large area cross section of the production of spherical metal powders by gas atomization in the manufacturing method. Powder metal characteristic improves with small powder size. This aim was realized by vertical gas atomization unit, a new a closely-matched nozzle system and manufacture. In the experimental studies, pure aluminium powders which has an important place in the automotive, air and defence industries were produced. In the studies carried out with the Vertical Gas Atomization unit, aluminium was superheated up to 900°C and atomized at different gas pressures (20-30 bar). Scanning electron microscope (SEM) and particle size measuring device were used for the characterization and size measurements of the produced powders, respectively. The average particle size of the finest powder produced with increasing atomization pressure was determined as d50=19.50µm. Aluminium powder shape and morphology was used as spherical and very little satellization was seen. Keywords: Powder Metallurgy, Atomisation, Nozzle, Al powder, Characterisation
Insurance Management with Premium Prediction
Authors: Modi Preet Jayendrakumar
Published: December 2021

Abstract: Insurance Management with Premium Prediction system is a web application which is developed for tracking the details of the insurance policy, customer details and company details. This web site is an online insurance Analysis and information management system that provides easy access to information regarding the people and resources of insurance. Users can view their own personal details when login into the Policy Holder module. This project is useful for any kind of insurance company to manage the insurance details, to sanction the insurance for customers, process the insurance policy details and all kinds of insurance processes online. The Insurance management system is a complete solution for organizations, which need to manage insurance for their vehicles, equipment, buildings, and other resources. This insurance management website has facilities like search tools for insurance awareness articles, guidelines, illustrations through images for visitors. This insurance management system can efficiently manage the company, records, provides instant access and one that improves productivity. In this online process the user enters into the website it will show details about insurance and its types, also it will show the details about different duration schemes to the corresponding insurance type or insurance policy. The main objective of the developed system is to allow admin users to register insured persons with their name, date of birth, residence address, medical history and also policy details.
Integrity Assessment of Pipelines Failures
Authors: Iyomi Efe Peter
Published: December 2021

Abstract: The proactive maintenance of pipelines through condition based monitoring, plays an essential role in improving their overall reliability and availability. Their criticality can also be assessed by conducting reliability analysis such as FMECA, which helps in identifying relevant failure modes and averting catastrophic failures to sustain economic growth. This paper will focus on an integrity assessment set up for pipelines and the potential failure modes associated are evaluated and mitigated by determining the risk triggers. The outcome of this research has shown the various threats associated with pipelines, having an effective integrity assessment program will help mitigate such threats. Keywords: Risk Assessment, Corrosion, FMECA, Risk Priority, Failure, Inspection, Regulations, Pipelines, Monitoring
Dynamic Behaviour Comparison of an Irregular Edifice with Different Locations of Floating Column and Shear Wall
Authors: Mahajan Varun
Published: December 2021

Abstract: Architects nowadays develop attractive edifices, and floating columns are widely employed in this process. Floating columns are used not only to provide a magnificent perspective but also when a vast open area is necessary. Edifices with irregular configurations are more vulnerable to earthquakes and hence, suitable shear wall placement is required to ensure the edifice's stability. Many multi-storey edifices collapsed in seconds after the Bhuj Earthquake (Jan 26, 2001), due to the presence of soft stories, floating columns, and mass anomalies. As a result, knowing the seismic reactions of these buildings are vital for constructing earthquake-resistant assemblies. The relevance of a Floating Column and the existence of a shear wall in an irregular multistorey building is highlighted in this study. Dynamic seismic behaviour of a G+18 irregular edifice with different locations of the floating column and different positions of the shear wall is explored in this research. The edifice is analysed and compared with the model without shear walls and floating columns to examine the alterations. The dynamic analysis is carried out using Response Spectrum Analysis and storey drift, storey displacement and base shear are calculated and finally, software compression is computed for different zones. The analysis is carried out by Indian standardized codes IS 1893:2016 and IS 456:2000 which are the codes specified by the Bureau of Indian Standards for earthquake resistance edifice design and plain and reinforcement concrete design respectively. Keywords: Floating Column, Shear Wall, Irregular Edifice, Seismic behaviour, Response Spectrum Analysis, storey drift, storey displacement, base shear.
Form Follows Function: A Statement Taken too far
Authors: Kansal Haardik
Published: December 2021

Abstract: This research article examines the study of the philosophy behind the statement "Form Follows Function", its relation to modernist architecture and its interpretation in contemporary architecture. It explains the basic principles of this philosophy, which began with the work of Louis Sullivan and how this statement actually came into existence. It defines the basic terms and vocabulary of this philosophy. It identifies the concepts of this philosophy that were transferred to architecture and became the basis of modernist architectural style. Modernist projects and buildings are very functional and lack any kind of ornamentation. The “transfer” of the concepts of form follow function to architecture was very direct and literal, this is the reason why it isn't suitable for the contemporary world. Moreover, the time when this statement was given was the time when world war one had just taken place and a fast and low funded restoration of infrastructure was needed. There is not any such kind of need in the contemporary world. The technology has advanced to such an extent that the functions can be fit into even the strangest forms which us to experiment. enables The focus is now more on the forms and the aesthetics which has been highly employed in the deconstructivist style. The new concept of adaptive reuse cannot be employed in the modernist architecture which is a big disadvantage. Keywords: form, function, modernism, post modernism
The Concept of Happiness and Its Language-Cultural Properties and Translation Problems in English and Uzbek Languages
Authors: Ugli Sarvarbek Zohidov Husanboy
Published: December 2021

Abstract: The article discusses the means of verbalizing the concept 'happiness / baxt both as a universal and nationally specific mental structure in the English and Uzbek languages. Keywords: cognitive and comparative linguistics, concept, lexico-phraseological units, evaluativeness, national-cultural specificity.
Verbal aspect in the acquisition of Latvian as a foreign language
Authors:   Kyoto University, Horiguchi Daiki
Published: December 2021

The article addresses verbal aspect in the acquisition of Latvian as a foreign language. Latvian textbooks both in Latvian and in other languages, as well as Japanese learners’ writings are analysed to explore this topic. The main issue is the use of verbs expressing the aspectual opposition perfective / imperfective, as well as the opposition inchoative / stative, and other Aktionsart prefixed verbs. Verbal aspect in Latvian is an implicit category. It is one of the few categories described in Latvian grammars but less frequently addressed in the textbooks of Latvian as a foreign language. The analysis shows that in the initial stage learners may use mostly imperfective non-prefixed verbs when denoting habitual situations in the present tense. The necessity of perfective prefixed verbs arises in the preterit, when learners describe a concrete, single situation that has taken place in the past. Without knowing the notion of aspectual opposition and corresponding perfective prefixed verbs, learners often use imperfective verbs. A similar situation is observed for the inchoative prefixed verbs, which learners replace with the imperfective stative verbs that they have already acquired. The use of other Aktionsart prefixed verbs seems difficult for learners and requires a higher, “native-like” level of proficiency.
THE NEGATIVE SIDE OF BRAND ATTACHMENT IN PRODUCING NEGATIVE CONSUMER BEHAVIOR
Authors: Manggarani Cynthia Ayu , Notylia Lina Regina , Patiro Shine Pintor Siolemba
Published: December 2021

This research is triggered by the author's concern about a brand that will build a strong bond with consumers regardless of the impact it will have. Previous research conducted in the UK stated that brand attachment not only leads to favorable consumer behavior such as brand loyalty, but also detrimental consumer behavior such as trash-talking, schadenfreude and anti-brand actions which are only moderated by attachment avoidance styles (Japutra et al. , 2018). Trash-talking is different from negative WOM. The purpose of this study was to examine positive behavior (brand loyalty) and negative consumer behavior (trash-talking, schadenfreude, and anti-brand action) due to brand attachment using anxiety attachment style and attachment avoidance style as moderating variables in Indonesia. This study uses an online questionnaire method with a sample of 80 respondents. Furthermore, the data were tested using the PLS-SEM method with the help of the WarpPLS 7.0 software. The results explain that strong brand attachment has a strong influence on brand loyalty, trash-talking, schadenfreude, and anti-brand actions. However, these relationships were not moderated by either anxiety attachment styles or avoidance attachment styles. It can be concluded that the relationship between the brand attachment variable and the brand loyalty variable, the trash-talking variable, the schadenfreude variable and the anti-brand action variable were not moderated by the anxiety attachment style and the avoidance attachment style.
ICT AND INNOVATION ENABLED BUSINESS PERFORMANCE: THE EFFECT OF COVID 19
Authors: Alecia Alecia , Layman Chrisanty Victoria
Published: December 2021

Information communication technology has provided a transformative impetus for how an individual lives, interacts and works. COVID-19 has pushed the cessation of social and economic activities that led Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) as significant tool for business can communicate, store, and manage the necessary information. However not all businesses have the aptitude to change and adopt the necessary ICT to survive such a dynamic market. Therefore, this study aims to examine the influence of ICT, innovation, and corporate entrepreneurship on business performance. This is a quantitative study using a non-probability purposive sampling design. The study includes 204 respondents who are business owners currently using ICT to run their businesses. The data was obtained through online questionnaires and all the data processed and analyzed using SPSS and AMOS. The results show a direct and indirect relationship between ICT and innovation towards business performance, with corporate entrepreneurship as a significant meditating variable. The study brings further empirical proof that ICT literacy needs to paired with innovation and entrepreneurial movement of business that could improve performance.
Soil water deficit and recovery under different vegetation types on the Chinese Loess Plateau
Authors: Shen Mingshuang , Yu Yang , Zhang Shouhong , Sun Ruoxiu , Shi Zhengle , Hu Yawei , Zhang jianjun
Published: December 2021

Characterizing soil water content (SWC) dynamics is a prerequisite for
conducting sustainable vegetation restoration on the Chinese Loess
Plateau. However, quantifying the variations of the SWC in the deep soil
layers remains a challenge because of the different driving factors and
the complexity of surface processes. In this study, SWC in 0–10 m of
artificial forestlands (AF), apple orchard (AO), native forestland (NF),
farmland (maize; FL), and native grassland (NG) were monitored during
2019–2020. The deficit size (DS) and recovery index (RI) were used to
explore the effects of vegetation types on SWC. The results showed that
the SWCs of forestlands were significantly lower than the SWC of native
grassland (12.32%) and tree species significantly affected the SWC. The
monthly DS values in forestlands were negative, while those of FL were
positive. The DS value in 0-10 m and predictive values below 10 m were
negative of forestlands. Thus, tree planting may have consumed soil
water at a depth of > 10 m. During the investigation
period, soil water was restored in 0–1 m with the positive RI values.
In addition, artificial forestlands showed good performance in deep soil
water recovery. Canopy density was the controlling factor for soil water
restoration. Our results demonstrated that the current afforestation
mode used more soil water but was conducive to deep soil water
conservation. Therefore, reasonable adjustments should be made according
to the local soil and water resources for future vegetation selection
and management.
Dynamical analysis of a generalized hepatitis B epidemic model and its dynamically consistent discrete model
Authors: Hoang Manh Tuan
Published: December 2021

The aim of this work is to study qualitative dynamical properties of a
generalized hepatitis B epidemic model and its dynamically consistent
discrete model. Positivity, boundedness, the basic reproduction number
and asymptotic stability properties of the model are analyzed
rigorously. By the Lyapunov stability theory and the Poincare-Bendixson
theorem in combination with the Bendixson-Dulac criterion, we show that
a disease-free equilibrium point is globally asymptotically stable if
the basic reproduction number $\mathcal{R}_0
\leq 1$ and a disease-endemic equilibrium point is
globally asymptotically stable whenever
$\mathcal{R}_0 > 1$. Next, we apply the
Mickens’ methodology to propose a dynamically consistent nonstandard
finite difference (NSFD) scheme for the continuous model. By rigorously
mathematical analyses, it is proved that the constructed NSFD scheme
preserves essential mathematical features of the continuous model for
all finite step sizes. Finally, numerical experiments are conducted to
illustrate the theoretical findings and to demonstrate advantages of the
NSFD scheme over standard ones. The obtained results in this work not
only improve but also generalize some existing recognized works.
Multiple endocrine disorders manifested as gynecomastia in a patient with renal pelvis cancer
Authors: Bilim Vladimir , Hoshi Senji
Published: December 2021

A 95-year-old man was diagnosed with left pelvis cancer which presented
with rapid tumor growth, multiple metastases, and bilateral tender
gynecomastia. Elevated serum human chorionic gonadotropin(hCG),
prolactin, estradiol, and progesterone were detected. The patient’s
condition rapidly deteriorated and he passed away.
THE DETERMINATION OF CONSISTENT AND ACCURATE VALUES OF rHo(CaHbOd, a ≤ 16) OF ATOMIZATION OF THE AROMATIC COMPOUNDS BY THE SIMULTANEOUS USE OF THE EMPIRICALLY CORRECTED RESULTS AND UNCERTAINTIES OF SEVERAL QUANTUM MECHANICAL APPROACHES.
Authors: Poskrebyshev Gregory
Published: December 2021

The empirical linear scaling dependencies between the literature
(rHo(Xn,TAB)) and the calculated (rHo((Xn)i,CALC)) values of
atomization of 31 reference aromatic and related compounds (T=298.15K),
as well as their standard errors ((SE4)i(4)i, Stand.Dev.), are
determined for the different quantum mechanical (QMi) approaches. These
dependencies are compared and used for the determination of the values
of rHo((Xn)i,CORRE)±3(SE4)i of atomization reactions of considered not
reference aromatic compounds, as well as for the determination of their
values of fHo((Xn)i,CORRE)±3(SE4)i. The values of
fHo((Xn)i,CORRE)MEAN±3SEYE (≥99.4% confidence interval), determined
using the intersections of the 3(SE4)i intervals, are consistent with
all QMi approaches and their literature values. The
M06-2X/6-311++G(d,p), M08HX/6-311++G(d,p) and wB97XD/6-311++G(d,p)
approaches are recommended for the achievement of accuracy (SEYE)≤3.8
kJ/mol of the calculated values of fHo((Xn)i,CORRE)MEAN. The effects of
the number of O-H groups, size and multiplicity of compounds on values
of error, also studied in this work, demonstrate the limitations of
using of several scaled dependencies.
Zanthoxylum bungeanum Oil poisoned to death:A case report
Authors: YuXin Yang
Published: December 2021

We reported a case of oral overdose of Zanthoxylum bungeanum oil
poisoning. This case indicates overdose of Zanthoxylum bungeanum oil can
lead to human body poisoning and even death. At present, the poisoning
mechanism and effective treatment are not clear.
Increasing the efficiency of hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) by a combination with a photosensitive drug in pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma
Authors: Wagner Benedikt , Adamus Anna , Hempfling Laura , Vahdad Reza , Haap-Hoff Antje , Heinrich Benedikt , Vázquez Olalla , Jank Paul , Denkert Carsten , Seitz Guido
Published: December 2021

Background: Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) in combination with hyperthermic
intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is an option in advanced peritoneal
sarcomatosis. Nevertheless, CRS and HIPEC are not successful in all
patients. An enhancement of HIPEC using photodynamic therapy might be
beneficial. Therefore, a combination of the photosensitizer Hypericin
(HYP) with HIPEC was evaluated in an animal model. Procedure: An
established HIPEC animal model for rhabdomyosarcoma (NOD/LtSz-scid
IL2Rγnullmice, n=80) was used. All groups received HYP (100 µg/200 µl)
intraperitoneally with and without cisplatin-based (30 or 60 mg/m2)
HIPEC (37 or 42 °C, for 60 min) (five groups, each n=16). Tumor
dissemination was documented visually and by using HYP-based
fluorescence guidance. HYP-based photodynamic therapy (PDT) of the tumor
was performed. Finally, tissue samples were evaluated regarding
proliferation (Ki-67) and apoptosis (TUNEL). Results: HYP uptake even in
smallest tumor nodes (< 1 mm) was found. HYP-based
fluorescence guidance allowed a better tumor detection in comparison to
visual inspection. Immunohistochemistry revealed HYP penetration across
the tumor surface. HYP-based PDT without HIPEC induced marginal
apoptotic effects at the tumor surface. Combining HYP with HIPEC
revealed cisplatin concentration dependent decrease in proliferation
capacity and induction of apoptosis across determined cell layers of the
tumor surfaces. Conclusion: HYP as fluorescent photosensitizer offers an
intraoperative diagnostic advantage detecting intraperitoneal tumor
dissemination. The combination of HYP and cisplatin-based HIPEC was
feasible in vivo showing enhanced effects on tumor proliferation and
apoptosis induction across the tumor surface. Further studies combining
HYP and HIPEC will follow to establish a clinical application.
Carboplatin-induced Renal Salt Wasting Syndrome in Paediatric Patients with Intracranial Germ Cell Tumours and Concomitant Diabetes Insipidus
Authors: Wan Tania , Tung Joanna , Lee Samantha , Ma Alison LT , Liu Anthony Pak Yin , Ku Dennis , Yau Ping-wa , Shing Matthew
Published: December 2021

We report the first case series of 14 children with intracranial germ
cell tumour (iGCT) and concomitant central diabetes insipidus (DI), who
developed hyponatremia secondary to renal salt wasting syndrome (RSWS)
following the administration of carboplatin. Clinicians prescribing
platinum-based chemotherapy for this group of patients should be alert
to the risk of RSWS. Regular monitoring should be performed as
hyponatraemia can be asymptomatic until it is severe.
HEALTH STATUS AND DIETARY PATTERNS IN POLAND
Authors: Dąbrowska Anna , Shulgina Liudmyła , Szuszkiewicz Anita
Published: December 2021

The main goal of this paper is to evaluate the health status of Poles in the context of their dietary patterns. Results of a desk research study on dietary habits of persons working during the coronavirus pandemic and attitudes of Poles towards meal delivery services provided to the authors by external research institutions were utilized for the purpose of the article. In the framework of practical scientific cooperation, the following reports containing results of research on dietary patterns of people working during the pandemic have been made available for the purpose of this study: “Healthy, speedy or conveniently?” and “Healthy eating”. The results were used with retain of copyright and ethical principles. Data analysis led to the conclusion that people have tended to pay more attention to the food intake as well as spend more time on self-preparation of meals during the pandemic. Based on analysis of the study results, a thesis was formulated that during a pandemic, we pay more attention to what we eat, and we also spend more time preparing meals on our own. Assuming that the population of Poland in 2020 was 38,265 thousand people, it could be stated in the light of the study results that almost 650 thousand Poles were on a well-balanced diet adapted to individual consumer needs.
SMART VILLAGES AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Górecka Aleksandra , Jezic Zoran , Kardum Benjamin
Published: December 2021

The “smart village” concept is relatively new among EU decision- and policy it is a result of many-it is a result of many years of debate, economic and territorial inequalities, social exclusion, diversification of certain areas, gradual reduction of agricultural activities and the interaction of cohesion, regional, and common agricultural policy. The concept of smart villages implies saving villages and their inhabitants, protecting cultural heritage and using local potentials to meet modern challenges. In its initial stages, it requires activities of all stakeholders, from individuals living in the rural area in question to decision-makers participating in identifying the strengths, threats, opportunities, and weaknesses of a certain rural area. Apart from the theoretical definition of smart villages, this paper aims to analyse European regulations of smart villages, and to define the challenges and smart village traps in rural development and ways in which they can be prevented.
Aliénation, entfremdung - and alienation. Hegel’s solidary displacement of Diderot
Authors: Sørensen Asger
Published: December 2021

Hegel?s Phenomenology of Spirit put alienation high on the philosophical
agenda, as was readily recognized by Marx. Relatively well-known is also
that Hegel?s concept of alienation was inspired by Goethe?s translation of
Diderot?s dialogue Rameau?s Nephew, but the details and the conceptual
implications of these details typically escape scholarly attention.
Recognizing the basic idea of alienation as not-belonging to or being
deprived of something, I emphasize that alienation implies a movement
towards the limits of the human being, in which the mental suffering this
involves is conditioned by social pathologies. To substantiate this claim, I
show how Diderot?s satire implies uncompromising materialist social
criticism, but that it does not employ the term ?ali?nation? but instead
reserves it for a kind of frenzy that borders on insanity. My claim is then
that, in Goethe?s translation of Diderot?s dialogue, and in his translation
of ?ali?nation? to ?Entfremdung?, Hegel found a general key for the
conceptual critique of the spirit of Modernity. I therefore argue that, in
the Phenomenology, Hegel employed alienation in more than one sense, raising
madness to the level of a characteristic of Modernity, stressing the
detrimental implications for consciousness under such living conditions,
emphasizing how alienation works as negation, and, finally, pointing
nevertheless to the possibility of embracing social and political reality.
Gender wage gap in Serbia: Inheritance and sources of the wage gap
Authors: Ognjenovic Kosovka
Published: December 2021

The aim of this paper is to determine the size, structure, and significance
of the differences in wages between men and women during the early
transition in Serbia in the 2000s. During that period, a new legislative
framework was established in the field of labour relations, which enabled
greater liberalisation in the labour market and resulted in a reduction in
the activity rate, especially of women. Following the experiences of other
post-transition countries, it may be expected that economic and social
changes caused by the transitional shocks may stimulate different behaviours
in the labour market of both the employers, through their impact on
determination of wages, and the labour force, through workers? choice to
remain or to permanently exit the labour market. This could affect not only
the deepening of gender differences, but also the emergence of
discrimination in wage setting. The paper applies the parametric sample
selection model, on the basis of which the probability of women?s
participation in the labour market is estimated, as well as the wage
functions of men and women. Data from the Living Standards Measurement
Survey for 2002 and 2007 are used. Theoretically expected results are
obtained; children and marital status with a negative sign, and sources of
non-working income with a positive sign influence the probability of women?s
participation in the labour force. The estimated equations of wages of men
and women indicate differences in the structure of wages, which provides the
basis for the application of the statistical procedure for the decomposition
of the gender wage gap. Examination of the initial hypothesis revealed the
presence of a significant gender wage gap, which was the largest in 2002
(10.96%), falling to 5.97% in 2007. The gender wage gap in Serbia cannot be
explained by the differences in the observed characteristics of men and
women, since they act in the direction of reducing the overall gap and their
effect is stable, amounting to between -5.51% (2002) and -5.43% (2007).
Therefore, the decline in the gender wage gap is the result of reducing the
gap in the unexplained part from 17.43% (2002) to 12.06% (2007). Over the
observed period, the unexplained part of the gender wage gap remains
persistent and leaves room for consideration of the potential effects of
discrimination and possible directions of public policy.
Les facteurs associes à la satisfaction des citoyens camerounais envers la démocratie
Authors:   Universite Mohammed VI Polytechnique, Maroc, Alladatin Judicaël , Nkoudou Hugues Bekono
Published: December 2021

Les études sur la satisfaction envers la démocratie ont généralement pour objectif de mesurer/scruter ou juger l’action/les réalisations des décideurs en vue d’améliorer la gouvernance. De notre étude, il ressort que 62 % des citoyens camerounais sont insatisfaits de la mise en œuvre de la démocratie. Cette situation résulte de trois facteurs : la perception de la situation économique du pays, les conditions de vie actuelle des citoyens et leur milieu de résidence (urbain et rural). Mettre un accent sur ces déterminants dans l’élaboration des politiques publiques permettrait sans doute à terme de relever la satisfaction des citoyens et d’assurer le développement du pays.
The effects of NX-AS-401 on methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Authors:   , Butterick Phillip
Published: December 2021

Antimicrobial resistance is a global health concern, with once treatable infections becoming resistant to current standard of care antimicrobials. The search for new antimicrobials has led Neem Biotech Ltd. to manufacture NX-AS-401 an ajoene containing compound derived from Allium sativuum, commonly known as garlic. The research contained within this thesis aimed to identify the effects of NX-AS-401 on Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), one of the most well documented and commonly isolated antimicrobial resistant bacterial pathogens. A multi-stage approach was utilised, identifying how NX-AS-401 affects planktonic growth, biofilm development and virulence factor production. In Chapters 3 and 4 initial comparison between different NX-AS-401 formulations was performed in determined that ajoene content did not alter the antimicrobial effect of NX-AS-401. EUCAST broth microdilution compared NX-AS-401 to current standard of care antibiotic and determined effective inhibitory and bactericidal concentrations as 128 µg/ml and 2048 µg/ml respectively. When NX-AS-401 was used in combination with various antibiotic classes a synergistic effect was identified and the inhibitory concentrations of both agents were reduced. The primary focus on Chapter 5 was how NX-AS-401 affected S. aureus biofilm formation. NX-AS-401 concentrations of 32 µg/ml inhibited biofilm formation and a concentration of 512 µg/ml caused disruption of pre-established biofilms. These effects were confirmed using scanning electron microscopy and confocal microscopy with live/dead staining. In gene expression studies it was determined that the effects of NX-AS-401 on S. aureus biofilms were strain dependent and a target gene was not identified. Chapter 6 demonstrated that NX-AS-401 did not alter the production of Staphylococcus aureus exo-enzyme production in vitro during phenotypic studies. In Galleria mellonella low NX-AS-401 concentrations assisted in the recovery from S. aureus in a strain dependent manner, however, high concentrations caused increased Galleria mellonella fatality. NX-AS-401 altered the ability of S. aureus cells to invade human epithelial cells but did not prevent adhesion of S. aureus to the cells. NX-AS-401 has multiple effects on S. aureus with the ability to affect both planktonic cells and biofilm structure showing promise as an antimicrobial. Its main effects are growth inhibition and biofilm disruption rather than causing bacterial cell death. These attributes and the synergistic effects between NX-AS-401 and multiple antibiotic classes, indicate NX-AS-401 has potential as a strong antimicrobial adjuvant.
Como posso ajudar? O servidor público entre o mercado e a politéia.
Authors: Alves Fonseca Renata Kelly , Bambirra de Assis Lilian , De Pádua Ribeiro Lívia Maria
Published: December 2021

Este artigo objetiva discutir, a partir da análise fílmica de cenas da primeira temporada da série New Amsterdam, os debates de normas e as dramáticas dos usos de si no serviço público, à luz dos conceitos ergológicos. Os movimentos de reforma da administração pública e a introdução dos modelos gerenciais da iniciativa privada no serviço público implicaram na transformação do Estado de Bem-Estar Social e na mudança da estratégia de atuação governamental no que diz respeito à alocação de recursos e à condução das políticas públicas (PAES DE PAULA, 2005, 2010). As mudanças provocadas estão intimamente relacionadas com os valores que norteiam as sociedades ditas capitalistas, mas não ocorrem de forma tranquila – embora sejam parte do processo histórico, tendo em vista a tensão entre valores dimensionáveis e sem dimensão (SCHWARTZ et. al., 2010b). Para o servidor público, que atua tanto como gestor quanto como prestador de serviços, resta o papel de agente na construção da história, assumindo a gestão, o lugar de decisor em relação a quais valores devem predominar na sua atividade de trabalho. As cenas analisadas, à luz da discussão teórica, apontam para a aplicabilidade do espaço tripolar, proposto por Schwartz et. al. (2010b), ao estudo dos conflitos vivenciados por servidores públicos no contexto de valores globais e orientados mais para ajustes fiscais e austeridade do que para o bem comum.
Democracia representativa e crise de legitimidade: a necessidade de revalorização do ato de governar
Authors: Mendes Julia da Silva , Oliveira Leandro Corrêa de
Published: December 2021

Primeiramente, para adentrar ao tema foi feita uma análise da concepção de povo como titular do poder político em suas diferentes concepções, tratadas a partir da teoria de Fredrich Müller. Ao final da análise, foi possível constatar que muitos governos se autoproclamam democráticos e utilizam a palavra “povo” para legitimar o seu mandato. No segundo capítulo, houve a exposição dos pensamentos de alguns autores sobre a aparente crise de representatividade instaurada na sociedade, tais como: Paulo Bonavides; Lenio Luiz Streck e Hans Kelsen. Neste contexto, foi possível vislumbrar que a ausência de mecanismos suficientes acaba corroborando para que a vontade do povo não seja efetivamente representada pelos eleitos. No terceiro capítulo, foram apontados os fatores que contribuem para o descompasso do sistema representativo com a vontade do povo, tais como: a corrupção na política, infidelidade partidária e exclusão social. Ao final, foi verificado que a sociedade vive em um momento de apatia política, assim, o que se apresenta como crise de representatividade na verdade pode ser traduzido na necessidade de uma revalorização do ato de governar.